Perry County TN Courthouse
121 East Main St.
P.O. Box 16
Linden, TN 37096
(931) 589 2216
Election Commission
Emergency Management Office: Perry County, Tennessee
The Perry County Communications District E-911 Board meets the second Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m., at the Perry County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center, across from City Hall, Main St. Public is invited.
Call or text 911 for emergencies only!
Otherwise, call 931-589-3900 or 931-589-3911
Emergency Management
By definition, an Emergency Management Agency is responsible for comprehensively planning for and responding to and recovering from all manner of disasters, whether man-made or natural. Perry County’s First Responders are dedicated to saving lives every day.
The Office of Emergency Management is tasked with administering and directing a program of comprehensive Emergency Management and Homeland Security issues designed to reduce the vulnerability of citizens and communities of this County to damage, to injury and to loss of life and property by providing a system for the mitigation of, preparedness for, response to and recovery from natural or man-made disasters.
The Office of Emergency Management also encourages you to sign up to receive Emergency Alerts. Click on the "Sign up for" image and you can register your home and/or cell phone numbers to receive weather warnings, disaster information or other Code Red alerts that are important to saving lives in the event of disasters.
The Office of Emergency Management reminds everyone to Be Prepared. Have a Plan. Have a Kit. Get Trained.
When disaster strikes, how will you be notified of potential emergencies? The CodeRED solution will provide you the easy and reliable notification tools you need to be prepared. Learn more today!
Register for CodeRED Alerts
- Use your Google, Facebook or Twitter credentials to create an account for a quick log-in process.
- Include multiple points of contact to ensure public safety officials will be able to reach you in an emergency.
- Opt-in to receive general notifications to receive community bulletins.
- Make sure you keep this information up to date, especially if you move.
- Need step-by-step instructions? View our registrations guide.
Perry County Rescue Squad
As a member of the Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads, an Association of Life Saving, Rescue, and First Aid Units with members organized, trained, and equipped for various types of rescue and first aid work, the Perry County Rescue Squad members voluntarily give of their time and effort without compensation to the development of accident prevention and first aid procedures, the widespread education of the public in such procedures, and to the necessary rescue and first aid work for the relief of their fellow men.
Perry County’s emergency needs are served by a dedicated team of volunteers and professionals who coordinate with the all-volunteer Rescue Squad and the Fire Departments of Linden and Lobelville. These First Responders commit to intensive ongoing training to prepare for the emergencies that we face in our community – whether they are health, fire, accidents, weather-related or natural disasters.
Emergency Management at a Glance
EMA
Gary Rogers, Director
300 Venture Dr.
Linden, TN 37096
931-589-3671 (non-emergency only)
Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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E-911
Alycia Rosson, Director
300 Venture Dr.
Linden, TN 37096
931-589-0330
Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Rescue Squad
Gary Rogers, Director
300 Venture Dr.
Linden, TN 37096
931-589-3672
Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Linden Fire Department
Don Bates, Chief
140 West School St.
Linden, TN 37096
931-589-2736 (non-emergency only)
Lobelville Fire Department
Chris O'Guinn, Fire Chief
129 South Main St.
Lobelville, TN 37097
931-593-2286 (non-emergency only)
Perry County Sheriff
Nick Weems, Perry County Sheriff
582 Bethel Rd.
Linden, TN 37096
931-589-8803 (non-emergency only)
Call or text 911 for emergencies only!
Otherwise, call 931-589-3900 or 931-589-3911
**Disclaimer** EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE IS NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH THIS WEB SITE, if you need assistance, find the closest phone and dial 9-1-1
In an emergency, call 911 immediately.
In an emergency, call 911 immediately.
An emergency is any situation that requires immediate assistance from the police, fire department or ambulance. Examples include:
- A fire
- A crime, especially if in progress
- A car crash, especially if someone is injured
- A medical emergency, such as someone who is unconscious, gasping for air or not breathing, experiencing an allergic reaction,
having chest pain, having uncontrollable bleeding, or any other symptoms that require immediate medical attention
Important: If you’re not sure whether the situation is a true emergency, officials recommend calling 911 and letting the call-taker determine whether you need emergency help.
When you call 911, be prepared to answer the call-taker’s questions, which may include:
- The location of the emergency, including the street address
- The phone number you are calling from
- The nature of the emergency
- Details about the emergency, such as a physical description of a person who may have committed a crime,
a description of any fire that may be burning, or a description of injuries or symptoms being experienced by a person having a medical emergency
Remember, the call-taker’s questions are important to get the right kind of help to you quickly.
Be prepared to follow any instructions the call-taker gives you. Many 911 centers can tell you exactly what to do to help in an emergency until help arrives, such as providing step-by-step instructions to aid someone who is choking or needs first aid or CPR.
Finally, do not hang up until the call-taker instructs you to.
If you dial 911 by mistake, or if a child in your home dials 911 when no emergency exists, do not hang up—that could make 911 officials think that an emergency exists, and possibly send responders to your location. Instead, simply explain to the call-taker what happened.
REPRINT FROM THE WEBSITE FOR THE LEGAL AID SOCIETY
Kinds of Cases Legal Aid Society Takes
The help that the Legal Aid Society (LAS) can provide will depend on the kind of problem. They will always help you find some resources for help and advice, but don’t have lawyers to help with every case. A lawyer from Legal Aid Society or their Volunteer Lawyers Program may be able to represent you in the following kinds of cases:
- Reentry Screening
- Employment Cases
- Family and Domestic Violence Cases
- Health and Benefits Cases
- Housing Cases
- Money and Tax Cases
We also have Legal Help Booklets just below. They may be of some help for you with your legal problem.
If you want to talk to a lawyer for advice about your problem, you can come to a Free Legal Help Clinic. Click to see times and dates for legal advice.
You can also go on-line and ask a lawyer a question. Click here for TN Free Legal Answers.
Legal Aid Society only takes legal problems and cases that you yourself can’t go to jail for.
If you have a criminal case, you need to call the Public Defender’s office.
Legal Help Booklets
Their booklets tell you about your legal rights and legal problems you can solve yourself. Some of these booklets are about cases we take. Some are about cases we don’t take.
We only take cases where you yourself can’t go to jail.
If you have a criminal case, call the Public Defender’s office. Here is a list for all Public Defenders' offices in Tennessee. DOWNLOAD HERE
What kind of problem do you have?
» Read Domestic Violence Booklets
» Read Family Problems Booklets
» Read Money Problems Booklets
» Read Health Care Booklets
» Read Renters and Home Owners Booklets
» Read Tax Problems Booklets
We take as many cases as we can. We are sorry we don’t have enough lawyers for everyone.
We still may be able to give you one-time legal advice. Or tell you where else you can get help.
Free Legal Help Clinics
Need FREE help from a lawyer on the spot? Come to one of our free legal help clinics. They are open to people with low income who have a legal problem. But we can’t help with criminal problems.
Legal Aid Society and the Volunteer Lawyers Program have a place for you to go to talk with a lawyer. The lawyer will give you advice about your problem. The help is free. But we can’t help with criminal cases. You don’t need an appointment unless it says you must call.
Have papers about your legal problems? Bring them. Someone will ask you about your legal problem. They will also ask about your income. But you don’t have to have a certain income to get advice. Then you will meet with a lawyer. How many people can talk to a lawyer depends on how many lawyers come AND how many people come.
Upcoming Phone Clinics
Perry County Health Department supports the health and well being of its residents.
Contact Perry County Health Dept.
Perry County Health Department
31 Medical Drive
Linden, TN 37096-3326
(931) 589-2138 (Main)
(931) 589-5414 (Domestic Fax)
Regional Office
South Central Regional Office:
1216 Trotwood Ave.
Columbia, TN 38401-6406
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(931) 380-2532
(931) 380-3364 Fax
Perry County Health Department is now offering vaccine to the 1ab group, 65+ years and older. In the meantime everyone should wear a mask to prevent the further spread of COVID-19.
Perry County Health Department
31 Medical Drive
Linden, TN 37096-3326
(931) 589-2138 (Main)
(931) 589-5414 (Domestic Fax)
SERVICES OFFERED BY PERRY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Perry County
Below you will find information regarding risk-based and age-based phases, vaccine availability at health departments, and information to request an appointment.
Risk-based Phase: 1a1, 1a2, 1b, 1c
Age-based Phase: 65+, 70+, 75+
Vaccine Available: Yes
Phone Number: 866-442-5301
Under the guidelines of the State of Tennessee Health Department, the Perry County Health Department currently is serving the vaccine for 1c and age 65+ and older.
Each county in Tennessee has a county health department, with some larger counties having multiple facilities. A total of 89 primarily rural county health departments operate under the direct supervision of the Tennessee Department of Health, headquartered in Nashville, while the six larger, urban counties – Madison, Shelby, Knox, Davidson, Hamilton and Sullivan – have health departments that operate under local governance but work closely with the Tennessee Department of Health.
Directors of the 89 primarily rural health departments are appointed by the Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Health. Directors of the six larger, urban county health departments are appointed by their county leadership. In some instances, a health board appointed by the mayor will provide recommendations regarding these appointments. Here are links to the larger, urban county health departments in Tennessee:
Services provided by rural and urban health departments vary, reflecting population health needs and the capacity of funding available from year to year.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
How to get a Vaccine
How to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine
There are many COVID-19 vaccines currently in development and in clinical trials. The availability of a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine depends on the outcomes of the Phase 3 clinical trials that are currently underway. If and when a vaccine is shown to be safe and effective in the Phase 3 clinical trials, it will be issued authorization by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in a limited number of individuals who are at high-risk for developing COVID-19 or who are at high risk of serious complications from COVID-19. The vaccine will continue to be monitored as it is used in larger populations to ensure that any indication of rare complications from its use are detected as soon as possible and evaluated to see if they were caused by the vaccine.
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is working to ensure that a vaccine can be allocated and distributed to priority populations once that is made official. TDH will continue to monitor and share information about the COVID-19 vaccine on this webpage as it becomes available.
Vaccination Communication Toolkit
General COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Tennessee COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation and Distribution Plan
COVID-19 Vaccine Specific Information
Three Rivers Community Health Group is here to help you and your family prepare for and stay safe from the COVID-19 Pandemic. As always, Three Rivers Community Health Group is here to help. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to call one of our offices.
During the Coronavirus Disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic, KEEPING HANDS CLEAN IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO HELP PREVENT THE VIRUS FROM SPREADING.
COVID-19 Shots Now Available for those 55+ and older in high risk categories. Call 866-442-5301 to make an appointment with the Perry County Health Department.
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The Linden Library has been temporarily closed due to flooding in November, 2020. The reopening is scheduled for February 9, 2021. The Lobelville Library has been filling the void for our patrons, but once the doors reopen, we will be looking for all of you to come see the brand new library and appreciate all the hard work that went into this reconstruction effort.
With two branches, the Perry County Library offers the joyful access to reading to the entire community for children and adults. Each library stocks DVDs that can be checked out for a movie night at home with family and friends. There are audio books for those who would love to relax while someone reads to you. And there is a Genealogy Research Room for those who are in search of their own stories.
Activities for young children, teens and adults take place at both branches and include crafts, computer support, book signings and story times. The Library supports Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which delivers free books to children under age 5.
The Library’s professional staff is supported by a volunteer Board of Directors who work passionately to bring the joy of reading to Perry County’s residents. The Board meets every other month on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 4:15 p.m. in the Linden Branch. The Board Meetings are open to the public.
Linden Library
Linden Library
Reopened February 9, 2021 - read the Latest News on the Great Flood of 2020
Perry County Library Main Branch
Gail Spragins, CPLM, Director
104 College Ave.
Linden, TN 37096
Tue-Wed-Thurs 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Phone: 931-589-5011
FAX: 931-589-6210
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Lobelville Library
Lobelville Library
Nan Garrett, Branch Manager
55 South Main St.
Lobelville, TN 37097
Mon–Fri 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 931-593-3111
FAX: 931-593-2089
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Friends of the Library
Friends of the Library
In addition to the Library Board, the Friends of the Library organization works as the fundraising and book drive arm of the Library volunteers. Everyone is invited to become a member of the Friends of the Library. Each library branch has their own Friends group, listed below:
Linden Main Branch:
At the current time, due to COVID-19 precautions and the Linden Library flood, the meetings are being held at the Azbill Community Center. Contact Christine Buckingham to be added to the notification list for future meetings and/or membership.
Christine Buckingham, President
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(615) 829-4898
Terri Heath, Vice President
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Johnnia Elkins, Secretary
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Rita Baker, Treasurer
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Marilou Hawkins, Member-at-Large
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Lobelville Branch:
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Lewis Bindschusz, President
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Erin McNulty, Secretary/Treasurer
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Genealogy Room
Genealogy Room
At the current time, as of this writing, January 23, 2021, the Linden Library, where the Genealogy Room is located, is temporarily closed due to flooding in November, 2020. Please call before going to confirm the library has reopened and the Genealogy Room has reopened as well.
Established in 1986, the Historical Society funded an addition to the Linden Main Library Branch to house the records and mementos of Perry County. Working on your genealogy search in Perry County? We are happy to schedule an appointment to assist you.
Michelle Pounders, Genealogy Records Supervisor
104 College Ave.
Linden, TN 37096
Call for Appointment – Phone: 931-589-5011
FAX: 931-589-6210
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Historical Society Monthly Meetings
The Perry County Historical Society meets every month in the Genealogy Room in the Linden Library, on the fourth Monday at 6 p.m. Visitors are welcome. Please call the Genealogy Room to confirm the monthly meeting will take place as scheduled.
Free Tennessee Genealogy Search
This Tennessee state website page provides direct links to major databases and historical titles and information found on Tennessee genealogy and history, whether they exist on this specific website, or across the web.
Library Board
Perry County Library Board of Directors
Blake Dill, Chair
Dianne Sanford, Vice-Chair
Sharon Doyle, Secretary
Ginger Cagle
Howard O’Guin
Terri Heath
Jessie Ruth Tiller
Members of the Regional Library Board
Rita Baker
Becky Hendrix
Perry County School Board
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