Local News

Bedford County Commissioner Anita Epperson is proposing new restrictions on confidentiality agreements used by the county. The proposal aims to prevent public officials and employees from hiding information regarding taxpayer spending, economic development, and infrastructure impacts.

This weekly summary highlights ongoing issues in Bedford County, including a legal dispute between the city and county over a 1974 sales-tax agreement. Additionally, city planners are preparing for future development along the Shelbyville bypass.

The debate over the Senior Property Tax Freeze is returning to the Bedford County Commission. Commissioners Michael Gregory and Anita Epperson intend to bring the proposal before the Rules and Legislative Committee on October 20, 2026.

Early voting in the local election saw a turnout of over 1,700 residents during the first week. Officials are monitoring the participation numbers as the election period continues.

Shelbyville Now provides ongoing coverage of local government and community issues. Recent reports have focused on city council concerns regarding the Shelbyville-Bedford Partnership's use of project code names.

The three candidates running for Mayor of Shelbyville participated in a public forum to discuss their platforms. The event provided voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates ahead of the upcoming election.

The Shelbyville Housing Authority has scheduled a public hearing for October 14, 2026. The meeting is intended to discuss the proposed 2027-2031 Annual Agency Plan and capital improvement projects.

The Vikings football team suffered a defeat against the Indians in a recent region matchup. The game was part of the ongoing high school sports season in the area.

The Bedford County community is mourning the passing of Scott Johnson. The news of his death was reported on October 22, 2026.

Henry Feldhaus has officially entered the race for Shelbyville Mayor in the upcoming November 3 general election. He advocates for smart growth, improved infrastructure, and better cooperation between city and county leadership.

The Shelbyville Municipal Airport Authority and the Shelbyville Municipal Planning Commission have scheduled regular session meetings for October 22, 2026. The meetings will be held at the airport conference room and the city's planning department office, respectively.

Current Shelbyville Mayor Randy Carroll has announced his bid for re-election. He emphasized his commitment to the community, his local roots, and his focus on infrastructure and city services.