Sports

Rachel Auberger  7:13 AM, Sep 6, 2024

 On Aug. 26, the White County High School cross country teams showcased their dedication and talent at the Coffee County Invitational, despite racing under challenging conditions. …
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Sports

Rachel Auberger  6:41 AM, Sep 6, 2024

The White County High School Warriorettes’ soccer team had a week filled with highs and lows, showcasing their growth and determination on the field. Under the guidance of head coach Madison …
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Sports

Rachel Auberger  6:37 AM, Sep 6, 2024

In an electrifying performance at home, on Aug. 30, 2024, the White County High School Warriors showcased their strength and skill, shutting out the Warren County Pioneers with a resounding 41-0 …
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Obituaries

6:28 AM, Sep 6, 2024

Stacy Dalton Daniels, 65, passed away Aug. 27, 2024, at his residence. Stacy was born Aug. 21, 1959, in Glasgow, Kentucky. He was longtime owner and operator of Daniels’ Backhoe, in …
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Obituaries

6:26 AM, Sep 6, 2024

Kelly Eugene Sherrell, 56, of the Bon Air community, of White County, passed away Sept. 2, 2024, at his residence. Kelly was born Sept. 10, 1967, in Sparta, to Johnny V. Sherrell and Susan …
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Obituaries

6:19 AM, Sep 6, 2024

Debra Jean Cantrell Luna, 69, of Sparta, passed away Aug. 29, 2024, at her residence. She was born June 27, 1955, to William Ernest and Vina Edith Looney Cantrell. Debra was a member of …
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Obituaries

6:17 AM, Sep 6, 2024

Katherine Gay Miller Williams, 93, of Sparta, formerly of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away Aug. 23, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Williams was born Feb. 23, 1931, in …
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Obituaries

6:15 AM, Sep 6, 2024

Notie Jo Robinson, 84, of Sparta, passed away Aug. 28, 2024, at her residence, with family by her side. Notie Jo was born Sept. 2, 1939, in Sparta, to Hershel “Monk” and Notie Jane …
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Obituaries

6:12 AM, Sep 6, 2024

Emma Loretta Wilhite passed away from this life peacefully, on Aug. 29, 2024, at home, surrounded by her family, after a short battle with cancer. Loretta was born April 17, 1937, to Charles …
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Business

1:49 PM, Sep 5, 2024

CLICK HERE to check out the wide selection at Peacock Wine & Spirits
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Yard sale

12:19 PM, Sep 5, 2024

YARD SALE 6439 Franks Ferry Rd. Sept. 13th & 14th 7a.m.- ? First yard sale in over 20 years. Many items. Household items, clothes, antiques, electronics, pictures, flowers, …
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Obituaries

11:54 AM, Sep 5, 2024

R.V. Henry, 86, of Sparta, passed away Aug. 23, 2024. R.V. was a Godly man. He loved his church and church family. He was a truck driver over 40 years. He enjoyed traveling with Brenda and would …
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Obituaries

9:18 AM, Sep 5, 2024

Barbara Ann Lynn Frasier, 84, passed away Aug. 26, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Hospital. She was born March 26, 1940, in Jackson County, to James Aubrey Lynn and Emma Lucille Barlow Lynn. …
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Business

9:17 AM, Sep 5, 2024

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Public Notice

9:16 AM, Sep 5, 2024

The Spencer Board of Zoning Appeals will have one (1) public hearing scheduled for Thursday, September 12, 2024 at the Old Spencer City Hall building for the purpose of receiving public comment …
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Opinion

Troy Smith  9:05 AM, Sep 5, 2024

 I hope you all enjoyed the recent Labor Day weekend. And I hope you saw the meme that goes around this time of year: “If you enjoyed having Labor Day off, thank a union.” In fact, …
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Medical

9:00 AM, Sep 5, 2024

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News

Jerry Lowery  8:49 AM, Sep 5, 2024

Question: Are there any plans to upgrade the playground equipment at South Carter Park? Answer: I am excited to say yes.  We (the city) have received bids for new playground …
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News

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:45 AM, Sep 5, 2024

The July employment situation improved in counties across Tennessee, according to new data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. White County’s rate was 3.7 …
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Military

Morgaine Boyd, WCHS Junior  8:32 AM, Sep 5, 2024

A crucial part of the JROTC curriculum is teamwork, combined with discipline and motivation to help cadets grow. The program has something to offer everyone, from Color Guard to Raider team to …
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Business

8:30 AM, Sep 5, 2024

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Business

8:30 AM, Sep 5, 2024

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Sports

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:11 AM, Sep 5, 2024

Queen and court. White County Middle School will celebrate football homecoming, on Sept. 12, 2024. The eighth-grade football players, and the eighth-grade cheerleaders will be recognized at 5:45 p.m. …
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NEWSFEED

8:33 AM, Sep 4, 2024

Everyone is invited to attend a meeting at 6:30 p.m., Sept. 17, 2024, at White County High School, in the gym. The meeting will center on Roy Whited's disappearance, in May 2024. A private …
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Miscellaneous

8:37 AM, Sep 3, 2024

DeWhite Utility District is accepting applications for a full-time clerk position. The successful candidate will be able to assist management with general secretarial duties, including: …
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Outdoors

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  10:32 AM, Aug 30, 2024

(Aug. 29, 2024) - Tennessee’s dove season opens Sept. 1 at noon (local time) and is one of the state’s most long-standing outdoor sports traditions. This year’s opening day falls on …
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Business

7:42 AM, Aug 30, 2024

CLICK HERE to view what is on stage at Cumberland County Playhouse
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OBITUARIES
James Ray Braddom
Ray came into this world, on Nov. 25, 1973, and was raised in the Doyle Community and attend Doyle Elementary School. He passed away …
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Aidan James Linville
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Aidan James Linville, who left this world Aug. 18, 2024, at the age of 13, …
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Lonnie Sanford Daniels Sr.
Lonnie Sanford Daniels Sr., 92, of Sparta, passed away Aug. 22, 2024, at Life Care Center of Sparta. Lonnie was born Feb. 21, 1932, …
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Rudolph Roman Miller Jr.
Rudolph Roman Miller Jr., 99, passed away Aug. 9, 2024, at Wyndridge Health and Rehabilitation Center, in Crossville. He was born …
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Carlos R. Billings
Carlos R. Billings, 76, passed away Aug. 15, 2024, at this home, in Cookeville, surrounded by his loving family. Carlos owned and …
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SPORTS
WCHS Warriorettes face tough challenges in recent soccer matches
 The White County Warriorettes’ soccer team has faced a challenging week on the field, with two tough losses against …
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WCMS volleyball triumphs over Stone Memorial in two close sets
In an exciting match, on Aug. 22, 2024, the White County Middle School  volleyball Warriorettes showcased their skill and …
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WCMS Warriors dominate Prescott Middle School with 34-0 victory
 White County Middle School Warriors showcased a powerful performance, on Aug. 22, 2024, defeating Prescott Middle School with an …
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WCHS Warriors cruise to victory in season opener against Seahawks
White County High School Warriors kicked off their football season with a resounding 42-17 victory over the Silverdale Academy …
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Sparta native's gift to TTU football honors fond memories playing for the Golden Eagles
(Aug. 26, 2024) - Sparta native Jerry Cantrell says his 1967 Tennessee Tech degree and 46-year career in the financial services …
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FAITH

The monsters we create and feed

In the movie “Jurassic Park,” the wealthy John Hammond spared no expense in extracting dinosaur blood from mosquitoes long ago trapped in fossilized tree sap. I know it sounds far-fetched …

EDUCATION
Teamwork and grit teach valuable lessons in JROTC
The White County High School JROTC Raider team competed in their first event of the season, on Aug. 24, 2024, at Clarkrange. It was a …
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JROTC program at WCHS shapes future leaders
The Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program at White County High School has been making a remarkable impact on …
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Some schools lose federal funding for after-school program
 White County School Board held their monthly meeting, on Aug. 8 at BonDeCroft Elementary School, where the main topic of …
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Putnam County's Tera Brooks finalist for TN Principal of the Year
(Aug. 6, 2024) -  Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the finalists for the 2024-25 Tennessee Principal of the …
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Motlow State co-hosts FAFSA Clinics
tnAchieves, in partnership with the Tennessee Higher Education Commission/Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (THEC/TSAC), is …
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OPINION

Weird how the tide is turning

I am going to say something that might shock you. I don’t care much for Donald Trump. I think he is a self-centered authoritarian who cares nothing for the country, the Constitution, …