Business

11:17 AM, Nov 1, 2024

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Miscellaneous

8:42 AM, Nov 1, 2024

A local business is looking for an energetic individual who wants to work in a fast-paced friendly environment in sales. Health and dental benefits are available. Email resume to …
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Obituaries

7:25 AM, Nov 1, 2024

William Douglas Austin, better known to everyone as Doug, 79, of the Lost Creek community of White County, passed away Oct. 21, 2024. at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Doug was born May …
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Obituaries

7:23 AM, Nov 1, 2024

Thomas Eugene Vinson, affectionately known as Buzz, 67, of Sparta, passed away peacefully at home, on Oct. 22, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. Tommy was born Sept. 7, 1957, in …
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Obituaries

7:19 AM, Nov 1, 2024

Paul Varela, 53, of Sparta, (formerly of Merrillville, Indiana) passed away suddenly, on Oct. 22, 2024, in Sparta. Paul was born Aug. 12, 1971, in Gary, Indiana, to Jose and Trinity (Camarena) …
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Obituaries

7:14 AM, Nov 1, 2024

Bernard Howard Robinson, 82, of Sparta, passed away Oct. 25, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Howard was born Dec. 21, 1941, in Sparta, to Freeling and Altie Robinson. He …
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Business

6:49 AM, Nov 1, 2024

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Business

6:19 AM, Nov 1, 2024

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News

11:47 AM, Oct 31, 2024

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoints from November 3rd, 2024, through November 9th, 2024, on State Route 8 in Van Buren County. Impaired driving is a …
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News

Kim Swindell Wood  9:43 AM, Oct 31, 2024

White County-early voting totals (2024) Oct. 16: 771 Oct. 17: 763 Oct. 18: 710 Oct. 19: 317 Oct. 21: 733 Oct. 22: 640 Oct. 23: 591 Oct. 24: 618 Oct. 25: …
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Business

9:40 AM, Oct 31, 2024

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News

Kim Swindell Wood  9:30 AM, Oct 31, 2024

 An infant child has been hospitalized with serious injuries after the father allegedly inflicted the abuse. On Oct. 13, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., Investigator Charles Sims, of …
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Emergency Services

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  9:24 AM, Oct 31, 2024

White County E-911 would like to announce they have begun accepting Text–to–911 calls for White County. Wireless customers can now send a text (up to 140 characters) to 911 in an …
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Seniors

Rachel Auberger  8:53 AM, Oct 31, 2024

 Sparta-White County Activity Center recently reimplemented its lunch program for seniors and will now be serving lunches Monday through Friday. This initiative marks an important milestone for …
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News

Jerry Lowery  8:05 AM, Oct 31, 2024

Many of you may have noticed a large truck in our area this week doing work in and around our sewer line system.  The city of Sparta has contracted a company to use a video system to help us …
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Medical

11:42 AM, Oct 30, 2024

CLICK HERE to view the special section about Breast Cancer Awareness. The section includes two stories about women who have survived the dreaded disease and have become a listening ear for others who …
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News

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  9:03 AM, Oct 25, 2024

(October 23, 2024) - Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti today announced that following a successful lawsuit by the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office, United States Immigration and …
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News

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:49 AM, Oct 25, 2024

(Oct. 24, 2024) - On Oct. 31, probation parole officers with the Tennessee Department of Correction will conduct Operation Blackout, an annual statewide event that adds an extra layer of protection …
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News

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:11 AM, Oct 25, 2024

(Oct. 24, 2024) - Ninety-one of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported unemployment rates below 5 percent in September even as most counties saw an uptick in their rates over the previous month, …
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Hosted by Mayor Jerry Lowery and City Administrator Tonya Tindle

1:55 PM, Oct 24, 2024

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Faith

Caleb Andrews  8:06 AM, Oct 24, 2024

Near the end of October each year, some Christians begin to be festive with a celebration of darkness that opposes light.  Halloween represents the absence of light, death, fear, tricks, horror, …
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Outdoors

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:04 AM, Oct 24, 2024

The first of two Tennessee young sportsman deer hunts for the 2024-25 season will be held the weekend of Oct. 26-27. Youth ages 6-16 may participate. Participating youth can use gun, …
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Business

7:49 AM, Oct 24, 2024

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

Rachel Auberger  7:45 AM, Oct 24, 2024

2014 Dillard Quick was named the city’s new public works director. The decision was made after a unanimous vote in favor of Quick’s appointment. Former White County Warrior …
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Business

7:38 AM, Oct 24, 2024

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Obituaries

2:13 PM, Oct 23, 2024

John Hugh Adams Sr., 76, passed away Oct. 9, 2024, in Knoxville. John was born Feb. 12, 1948, in Oak Park, Illinois, to William Alexander Adams and Katarina Hubsch Adams. Funeral service …
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OBITUARIES
Helen Frances Jolley
Helen Frances Smith Jolley, 85, went to be with the Lord, on Oct. 14, 2024, while she was residing NHC Healthcare of Sparta. She …
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Carol Janette Price
Carol Janette Price, 84, of Sparta, passed away Oct. 16, 2024, at Life Care Center of Sparta. Janette was born Oct. 13, 1940, in …
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Katherine “Kathy” Sue Howard
Katherine “Kathy” Sue Howard, 75, passed away Oct. 7, 2024, at her residence, in Sparta. Kathy was born June 4, 1949, …
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Mildred Allen Walling Arnold
Mildred Allene Walling Arnold, 78, of Walling, passed away Oct. 14, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, in …
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Katheryn Sue Keller
Katheryn Sue Keller, 75, passed away Oct. 15, 2024, in Crossville. Born Oct. 2, 1949, Sue dedicated her life to her family and …
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SPORTS
Athlete Spotlight-Breanna Powell
Breanna Powell is a standout student-athlete whose dedication to sports, academics, and leadership has made her a key figure in her …
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Athlete Spotlight-CalliAnna Griggs
CalliAnna Griggs, a dedicated student-athlete, has mastered the art of balancing both her academic and athletic responsibilities. As a …
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WCHS Warriorette volleyball vs. LaVergne
(Sept. 25, 2024) - White County Warriorette volleyball went 3-0 against LaVergne recently. The Warriorettes stayed on the road to face …
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WCHS Warriorettes dominate Upperman in recent 7-0 victory
On Sept. 9, the White County High School Warriorette soccer team delivered an electrifying performance, defeating Upperman with a …
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Warriors triumph over Panthers in rescheduled showdown
 The White County High School Warriors defeated the Stone Memorial Panthers with a score of 28-12, on Sept. 12. The game, …
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FAITH

Faith, Friends & Fellowship Conference

Make plans to attend Faith, Friends & Fellowship Conference, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at the DeKalb County Complex, in Smithville. This free event features worship and special …

EDUCATION
New school curriculum will align with Erin’s Law that was passed in 2014
In the recent White County School Board meeting, officials announced an important partnership with the Upper Cumberland Child Advocacy …
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JROTC Cadets of the Month
Please congratulate the two Cadet of the Month recipients from White County High School for the month of September 2024. Cadet …
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Academic Spotlight-Lucas Blakeman
Lucas Blakeman, a senior at White County High School, stands out for his commitment to academic excellence and his drive to succeed. …
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WCHS Warriors of the Month
From White County High School: Congratulations to our WCHS Warriors of the Month for September 2024. We are proud of each of them for …
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White County School System provides updates about expansion plans, dedications, and leadership
 In recent meetings of the White County School Board, several significant updates and initiatives were discussed, highlighting …
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OPINION

Remembering American Girls in Sports Day

 (Sept. 16, 2024) - Across our country, more than 3 million female high school and college athletes compete, practice, and train every day to achieve athletic success. For many of these …