The Wilson County Commission approves a permit application for a new cell tower in the northeast part of the county.

Commissioners held a Public Hearing on the permit at their last meeting. No members of the public came forth with a comment, so the hearing was closed and the permit was approved. The approved site is located near Rest, or about 8 miles north of Altoona.

In other business, commissioners approved a contract with the County Health Department for School Nurse services for Altoona-Midway schools for just over $20,000. They also approved pay increases for several county employees who completed their introductory periods. Road & Bridge Supervisor Kary Tatum updated the commission on continued road and culvert repairs due to recent washouts and discussed upcoming asphalt overlay work that will take place in the coming months.