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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 wasted absolutely no time showing why it sits atop the TSSN Elite 8. …
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By Tyler Meadows - WCHS Journalist  7:43 AM, Oct 9, 2026

Georgia (5-0) The Bulldogs remain number one in my top twelve after defeating the Vanderbilt Commodores in Athens. Their offense was led by star quarterback Gunner Stockton, who threw for …
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By Tri-Star Sports Network  7:42 AM, Oct 9, 2026

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. — The White County Warriorettes are right in the middle of the championship hunt after a strong opening round Monday at the TSSAA Class A Girls Golf State Tournament. …
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By Caleb Andrews  12:00 AM, Oct 9, 2026

Every year, The Expositor gives White County residents a chance to recognize the businesses, organizations, and individuals that make our community a great place to live. The Expositor’s …
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Government

By Jerry Lowery  12:00 PM, Oct 8, 2026

The City of Sparta is currently conducting a comprehensive pay scale study to see how our employee compensation compares with other cities and counties in our area. Pay is always an important issue, …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Oct 8, 2026

Johnny Demps, born on July 2, 1953, in the serene town of Sparta, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026, doing what he loved. Johnny was a man of many talents, known affectionately by …
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Obituaries

12:00 PM, Oct 8, 2026

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 Center in Gallatin, TN. Wesley was born in Gallatin, TN, on …
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History

Dennis Flynn - CMCWRT Secretary/Program Chair  10:19 AM, Oct 8, 2026

The Cumberland Mountain Civil War Roundtable would like to invite everyone to an evening of American Civil War History on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 6 PM at Christ Lutheran Church at 481 Snead …
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By Caleb Andrews  8:30 AM, Oct 8, 2026

The Expositor held a contest in last week's edition with a prize of four tickets to the TTU football game on October 10.  The contest consisted of finding a TTU football within the edition, …
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By Josh Austin  8:08 AM, Oct 8, 2026

The City of Sparta enjoyed a relatively brief meeting during this month’s first Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Given the parade was underway as the meeting began, both viewers and the board …
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News

By Caleb Andrews  12:00 AM, Oct 8, 2026

On Thursday, October 1, 2026, the University of Tennessee President, Randy Boyd, visited the White County High School as part of his three-school tour for the day. Upon President Boyd's arrival, the …
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News

By Josh Austin  12:00 AM, Oct 8, 2026

The Friends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale was a massive success once again. Every Spring and Fall, the library hosts a book sale for the many used books that get donated to them throughout the …
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2:44 PM, Oct 7, 2026

Cherry Creek Volunteer Fire Department will host a breakfast 6-10 a.m.,  October 10, 2026, at the fire hall, at 124 Montgomery Rd. Come enjoy made from scratch biscuits with white and chocolate …
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Faith

By Pastor Caleb Andrews  1:02 PM, Oct 7, 2026

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 …
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Obituaries

12:58 PM, Oct 7, 2026

Allen "Tub" Huston, 93 of Sparta, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at his home in Sparta, Tennessee. He was born Friday, August 4, 1933, in Union City, Indiana; he was the son …
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Obituaries

12:54 PM, Oct 7, 2026

Mildred Louise Reeves (Micky) Milligan passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at Lifecare Center of Sparta, surrounded by family and friends. Mildred was born on August 2, 1935, to Aubrey …
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Health

1:55 PM, Oct 6, 2026

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9:58 AM, Oct 6, 2026

Last night, October 5, at around 6:40 pm, emergency personnel responded to an accident on Smithville Highway, near Frank Anderson Road. The road had a small closure for about half an hour as the …
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4:23 PM, Oct 5, 2026

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2:04 PM, Oct 5, 2026

Ms. Lucille Frasier Roberts, age 88 of the Bear Cove community passed away at 11:33pm on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Lucille was born January 5, 1938 in Sparta, Tennessee to the late Albert …
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OBITUARIES
Aleta Glenell Patton Grissom
Mrs. Aleta Glenell Patton Grissom, age 99, of Laurel Cove in Van Buren County, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, …
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Austin "Gomer" Taylor
Austin "Gomer" Taylor, age 77, of Smithville, passed away Friday morning, September 18, 2026, at St. Thomas West Hospital in …
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Joyce Stafford Broyles
Mrs. Joyce Stafford Broyles, age 90, of Quebeck, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026, at NHC of Sparta. Joyce was born …
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Vivian Jean Rader
Vivian Jean Rader, 84, was born August 17, 1942, in Washington D.C., and went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 19, …
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Allison Rhea Cole
Allison Rhea Cole, age 40, of Sparta, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026, in Asheville, NC. She leaves behind a family and a …
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SPORTS
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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Warriors Make History as a Perfect Season Comes Home
LAFAYETTE, Tenn. — White County went into Pat Parker Stadium Friday night facing an undefeated Macon County team in one of the …
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Warriorettes Take on Lady Cavs in Volleyball
SPARTA — Rivalry volleyball delivered plenty of drama Monday night at Roy Sewell Gymnasium. White County and Cookeville traded …
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Athlete of the Week - Piper Heady
Making an impression early in her high school career, freshman Piper Heady has quickly become a major part of the White County High …
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Athlete of the Week: Lex Winfree
For his work in the trenches and his unexpected starring role in White County’s game-winning possession against Cookeville, Lex …
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FAITH

The Importance of Churches Working Together

There is strength when God’s people work together. This truth can be seen in families, throughout communities, and especially within the Church. There may be many different churches, denominations, …

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 …