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Sparta Drive-In Sees New Leadership

Few locations are as well known to Spartans as the Drive-In. Older residents recognize it as a big part of the county’s history, and youth still find fun in it today as they visit for movie nights. …
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12:30 AM, Nov 5, 2026

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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Nov 4, 2026

Mrs. Betty Marie West Gentry, age 83, of Sparta, passed away at 2:50 am on Sunday, October 1, 2026, in the emergency room of St. Thomas Highlands Hospital. Betty was born April 25, 1943, in …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Nov 4, 2026

Mr. Erbie Ray England, better known as Ray, age 78, of Spencer, a native of the Cedar Creek community, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his family. Ray …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Nov 4, 2026

Ms. Nikkie Christine Roberts was born on October 24, 1984, in Cookeville, Tennessee, to Bobby and Hollie Webb Roberts of Walling. She passed from this life on October 27, 2026. Nikkie was the loving …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Nov 4, 2026

Mr. Frank Dillard Mabe, better known as Dillard, age 81, of Doyle, passed away Friday, October 30, 2026, at his residence. Dillard was born in the Cedar Creek Community of White County to the …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Nov 4, 2026

James Clifton Rascoe, age 98, of Sparta, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at NHC HealthCare Sparta. He was born July 6, 1928, in Sparta, Tennessee, to the late Johnnie C. Rascoe and Tula …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Nov 4, 2026

Jesus called Mrs. Barbara Ellen Wilson Hill home on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Barbara was born June 5, 1942, in White County to the late Ike and Grace Hutchings Wilson. She retired from dairy …
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NEWSFEED

By Josh Austin  8:01 AM, Nov 2, 2026

1966 Caney Fork Electric hosted an open house to commemorate their new building on West Bockman Way. At the time, they served 12,008 members. 1986 The Expositor donated …
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By Caleb Andrews  8:00 AM, Nov 2, 2026

On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, voters across Tennessee and the nation will have an opportunity to exercise one of the most important rights granted to American citizens: the right to vote. Regardless …
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Sports

8:00 AM, Nov 2, 2026

Dedication, hard work, long committed hours, and a positive attitude have helped senior Eli Smith make an impact on the White County High School Warriors football and baseball team this season. …
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Election

12:15 AM, Nov 2, 2026

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Obituaries

2:26 PM, Oct 29, 2026

Luther Green Parsley, age 90, of Sparta, TN, passed away peacefully at his home in Sparta, Tennessee, on Sunday, October 25, 2026. He was the son of the late Hobart Parsley and the late Vera Parsley. …
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Event

Motlow Media  12:30 PM, Oct 29, 2026

SPARTA, Tenn. —   Motlow State Community College’s Sparta site is partnering with RIVET (Rural Investment in Virtual Education and Training) and Upper Cumberland Workforce to host a two-day …
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News

By Ann Chumbley-Snider - Church of Jesus Christ  8:00 AM, Oct 29, 2026

A truck carrying approximately 20 pallets of food, totaling nearly 32,947 pounds, from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints arrived at BonDeCroft Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 23, …
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By Josh Austin  8:00 AM, Oct 29, 2026

Everyone passing through Highway 111 has likely seen it at some point. Above and Beyond RV Repair has been an active business in White County for years now, and recently, they hosted a ribbon-cutting …
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Government

By Jerry Lowery  8:00 AM, Oct 29, 2026

The future of Sparta and White County was the focus of an important meeting this past week as city and county leaders joined representatives from the Upper Cumberland Development District, the State …
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By Josh Austin  8:00 AM, Oct 29, 2026

“I just hope that it gets people interested, curious, and appreciative of the folklore here in White County, because it is rich with stories.” Nicholas E. Knowles has a love for history and …
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By Tri-Star Sports Network Staff  8:00 AM, Oct 29, 2026

SPARTA, Tenn. — The perfect season continues, and the Region 4-4A championship belongs to the White County Warriors! In front of an electric home crowd Friday night at Warrior Stadium and Dee …
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NEWSFEED

7:58 AM, Oct 29, 2026

UPPER CUMBERLAND — The Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging & Disability (AAAD) is proud to announce that long-time volunteer Evelyne Kornreich has been named the recipient of the 2026 …
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1:51 PM, Oct 28, 2026

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OBITUARIES
Payton Lynn Henry
Mr. Payton Lynn Henry, age 22, of the Big Springs community, passed away Wednesday morning, October 21, 2026, as a result of an …
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Thurman Lee Mason
  Thurman Lee Mason, lovingly known to everyone as "Cricket," was born August 19, 1935, in Quebeck, TN, and passed away …
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Barbara Ellen Wilson Hill
Jesus called Mrs. Barbara Ellen Wilson Hill home on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Barbara was born June 5, 1942 in White County to the …
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Herman Michael Bradley
Mr. Herman Michael Bradley, better known as Mike, age 69, of Sparta, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2026, at his residence. Mike …
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Frank Thomas Mullins
Mr. Frank Thomas Mullins, better known as Tom, age 77, of the Indian Mound community, passed away at 9:44 pm on Tuesday, October 13, …
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SPORTS
Athlete of the Week: Jaxon Matthews
Jaxon Matthews is a young athlete whose dedication, discipline, and determination continue to make White County proud. Through years …
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Young Man Travels the Globe to Win Competition
  One young Warrior recently returned home after representing White County and bringing home the title of “Champion” …
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Athlete of the Week: Makeena Laws
Makenna Laws has been a WCHS cheerleader for four  years and is a Captain for the  Cheer Squad.  Makenna is a great …
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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 …
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Quinn Davis Visits Alma Mater
On Monday, September 28, former WCHS Student/Athlete Quinn Davis returned home for autographs. Davis, who once suited up for the …
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FAITH

The Dangers of Spiritual Darkness

We live in a world where darkness is often mistaken for light, and wrong is sometimes presented as right. As Christians, we must understand that spiritual darkness is a real danger that can affect …

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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OPINION

A Liberal Dose, October 2026

People seem to forget that when Donald Trump left the White House the first time (kicking and screaming), he left the nation’s economy in the toilet. Yes, things were rough under Biden -he had …