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WCHS JROTC Announces September Athlete of the Month

White County JROTC is honored to recognize its Athlete of the Month for September 2026. This month was difficult to choose, as many cadets stood out during the month. We are especially excited to …
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Health

By Beth Kirby - Sparta Drug Center  11:30 AM, Oct 16, 2026

Hello again from Beth, your pharmacy chick on the Healthcare Corner! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the United States, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her …
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History

By Caleb Andrews Editor/Writer  11:28 AM, Oct 16, 2026

Not too far down the road in Chattanooga, there is a hotel with a lot of history.  For more than 150 years, The Read House has stood as one of Chattanooga, Tennessee’s most recognizable …
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History

By Dale Welch - Putnam Co. Historian  7:58 AM, Oct 16, 2026

 During the War Between the States, the Calfkiller River Valley became a breeding ground for guerrilla activity. Some neighbors depended on Confederate guerrilla leader Capt. Champ Ferguson for …
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News

By Treeah Powell, WCHS Journalist  7:50 AM, Oct 16, 2026

The White County FFA chapters held their annual “Breakfast at the Barn” fundraiser on September 12, 2026, bringing together local FFA members, volunteers, families, and community supporters for a …
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Obituaries

10:00 AM, Oct 15, 2026

Mr. Jerry Wayne Denton, age 78, of Sparta, passed away at 2:45 pm on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Grandview Post Acute in Cookeville, Tennessee. Jerry was born April 3, 1948, in Sparta, …
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Obituaries

10:00 AM, Oct 15, 2026

Amanda Rai Cunningham, age 45, passed away at her home in Sparta on Tuesday morning, October 13, 2026.  She was born December 8, 1980, to her parents Russell Alack and Barbara Roark.  She …
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Obituaries

10:00 AM, Oct 15, 2026

Vonda Sharon Jones, 78, formerly of Smithville, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Quality Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Lebanon, Tennessee. She was born on …
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News

7:55 AM, Oct 15, 2026

Do you have a veteran in your family? This is the perfect time to recognize their service to the country by engraving their name on the Wall of Honor in the Rotary Club of Sparta’s Veterans Park. …
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Government

By Jerry Lowery  7:53 AM, Oct 15, 2026

I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation to everyone who helped make this year's   Lester Flatt Celebration   another successful event for the City of Sparta. Although the …
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7:52 AM, Oct 15, 2026

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News

By Josh Austin  7:36 AM, Oct 15, 2026

Lester Flatt Celebration is one of the biggest events in Sparta each year. This year, rain may have put a big damper on the vendors present, but inside the city’s new “Sparta Event Center,” it …
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Sports

7:34 AM, Oct 15, 2026

On Monday, September 28, former WCHS Student/Athlete Quinn Davis returned home for autographs. Davis, who once suited up for the Warriorette Flag Football team, has changed into the Dollywood #85 …
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12:37 PM, Oct 14, 2026

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Faith

By Pastor Caleb Andrews  8:06 AM, Oct 14, 2026

There is a difference between going to church and being the Church. Many people today associate the Church with a building, a denomination, or an organization. While these things may have their …
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8:05 AM, Oct 14, 2026

Last month's ArtSparta event was a big success, so this month, they want to prepare even more with a map of the locations in Downtown Sparta participating. ArtSparta will be October 16 from 
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9:08 AM, Oct 13, 2026

Joyce Wilson Kirby, 79, of Sparta, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce was born on August 8, 1947, in White County, Tennessee, to the late Joe …
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9:07 AM, Oct 13, 2026

Mr. Robert Leroy Hatcher, better known as Leroy age 80 of the Big Springs Community of White County passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 at his residence. Leroy was born April 22, 1946 in …
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9:05 AM, Oct 13, 2026

Kenneth Ray Broyles passed away at the age of 94 on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at NHC of Sparta. Kenneth was born in White County on January 12, 1932, to the late William Ray and Mattie Lula Bradley …
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OBITUARIES
William "Jay" Hickey Jr.
William Hickey Jr., known as Jay, age 87, passed away on October 7, 2026. He was born on June 2, 1939, as the son of Lorene and …
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Johnny Demps
Johnny Demps, born on July 2, 1953, in the serene town of Sparta, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026, doing what he …
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John Wesley Myers
John Wesley Myers, 72, of Red Boiling Springs, TN, passed away on September 5, 2026, at 7:13 PM at the Sumner County Regional Medical …
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Allen "Tub" Huston
Allen "Tub" Huston, 93 of Sparta, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at his home in Sparta, Tennessee. He was born …
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Mildred Louise Reeves (Micky) Milligan
Mildred Louise Reeves (Micky) Milligan passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at Lifecare Center of Sparta, surrounded by …
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SPORTS
Athlete of the Week - Ava Elrod
With another strong performance placing first in the regional golf tournament to advance to state, White County High School freshman …
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Tyler's Twelve - Week Five College Football
Georgia (5-0) The Bulldogs remain number one in my top twelve after defeating the Vanderbilt Commodores in Athens. Their …
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Warriorettes and Upper Cumberland Golf at State Championship
SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. — The White County Warriorettes are right in the middle of the championship hunt after a strong opening round …
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2026 Homecoming Keeps Record Streak Alive
SPARTA, Tenn. — On a beautiful Thursday night at Warrior Stadium and Dee Harris Field, the No. 1 team in the Upper Cumberland …
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Athlete of the Week: Bryson Hogg
The Athlete of the Week honors senior football standout Bryson Hogg after making a major impact for White County. Bryson strikes twice …
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FAITH

Worship Vs Entertainment

It does not take long to realize that we live in a world built around entertainment. Turn on the television, and there is always something to watch. Pick up your phone, and there is always something …

EDUCATION
GFWC Supports Teachers through Donation
The GFWC Sparta Women’s Club has always supported education, with some members being retired teachers themselves. Three teachers …
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White County JROTC Finishes Strong at Raider Event
On Saturday 12 September, White County competed in its second Raider event of the new year. Although it was a rough start, the …
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Sparta Rotary helps improve White County classrooms
Several teachers across White County received cash gifts to kick off the 2026-2027 school year. The Rotary Club of Sparta presented …
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White County High School Announces New Band Director
White County High School Administration has named its new Band Director. According to Principal Greg Wilson, the next person to …
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Baccalaureate Service Held for WCHS Seniors
On Wednesday, May 13, the Ministerial Association of White County hosted the 2026 Baccalaureate service at White County High …
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OPINION

A Liberal Dose, September 2026

There are a lot of reasons to love Dolly Parton, and to grieve her loss. She was a genuinely warm, kind, caring person. Ordinarily, you can never say that for sure about a celebrity, who may well …