Whistleblower Alleges Evasive Tactics at Silfab Solar as Community Protest Intensifies

FORT MILL, S.C. — Tensions are rising as former employees at Silfab Solar allege serious safety violations and retaliatory actions by company management. Jason Rhoades, a former quality control technician, claims that he was told to leave the manufacturing site shortly before inspections were scheduled, indicating that the company was attempting to mask safety deficiencies. Rhoades alleges in a whistleblower lawsuit filed in July that Silfab management implemented an emergency plan to ensure the plant appeared unoccupied during these inspections. “I have been asked suddenly to stop work and leave the plant when inspectors were … Read more

Oak Grove Man Nabbed After Evasive Maneuvering on Fort Campbell Boulevard

OAK GROVE, Ky. — A local man was taken into custody on multiple warrants after a brief attempt to elude law enforcement over the weekend. The Oak Grove Police observed a motorcycle being driven by Donald Merritt, 40, on Fort Campbell Boulevard Saturday afternoon. Officers identified Merritt and initiated a stop. Merritt attempted to evade arrest but was apprehended shortly thereafter. Police discovered he had several outstanding warrants, which contributed to their decision to detain him. Authorities have not specified the details of these warrants or the charges he faces. Merritt’s pursuit attracted attention from … Read more