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TOP STORY OF THE DAY: UPDATED - Progress made on Clay County Justice Center's new expansion project
The Clay County Justice Center is a buzz of activity despite the cold temperatures, snow, and rain this winter. The crews are now working with the big cranes during the jail expansion project.
The Clay County Commissioners are excited to see the work.
"It's great to see steel going up," said Paul Sinders, who added that another facility has been undergoing renovations too. "There have been a lot of renovations taking place in the Justice Center. The kitchen and laundry will be completed soon. As soon as we get past winter weather, we will begin replacing the roof a section at a time."
A few things being worked on or coming up include:
-The grid and ceiling tiles are complete in the kitchen area.
-The cooler and freezer installation is complete. Ready for installation of kitchen equipment.
- Dryers will be installed in the laundry area tomorrow.
- Columns set N, E & S walls. The big push is to complete columns so roof decking can be installed.
Once it's under the roof, work will begin to install water and electrical under the floor so the interior slab can be poured.
The jail expansion project is south of the current facility. is expected to be completed within the planned 18 months.
Enjoy this video taken by Times Co-Editor Nick Wilson.