Wilson County Fairgrounds
Coverage of Wilson County Fairgrounds in the Nexus archive.
- Cooling center opens at Wilson County Fairgrounds during heat wave
A cooling center is operating at the Wilson County Fairgrounds during a heat wave, providing air conditioning, showers, meals, and toiletries to residents. The Wilson County Emergency Management Agency (WEMA) manages the center, which is open Monday through Thursday, and volunteers and donations support its operations.
- Dangerously high temperatures prompt opening of cooling centers across Middle Tennessee
Emergency officials in Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky have opened cooling centers due to dangerously high temperatures, with a heat index reaching 110°F. The Extreme Heat Warning is in effect through Thursday, and locations across multiple counties provide air-conditioned relief, water, snacks, and pet-friendly accommodations.
- Wilson County to conduct HazMat exercise at fairgrounds Tuesday
Wilson County Emergency Management Agency and partner agencies will conduct a full-scale hazardous materials exercise at the Wilson County Fairgrounds on Tuesday. The drill is non-threatening to the public, though emergency vehicles and personnel may be visible in the area.