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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 Ava Elrod has been named this week's athlete of the week. …
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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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By Josh Austin  8:00 AM, Oct 12, 2026

1966 Bill Cowden of Spartan Industries, Miss Ora Lee Haney of the Department of Employment Security, and Mr. Lee and Paul Bryon of Goodform Hanger were all awarded certificates for their …
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By Scott Elliott, Rotary Club of Sparta  8:00 AM, Oct 12, 2026

Nearly 500 students in White and Van Buren counties are able to begin this year’s classes sporting back-to-school basics – new shoes and socks. The annual Shoe Program, a joint venture …
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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 Tri-Star Sports Network  7:42 AM, Oct 9, 2026

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 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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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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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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Lucille Frasier Roberts
Ms. Lucille Frasier Roberts, age 88 of the Bear Cove community passed away at 11:33pm on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Lucille was …
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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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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

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 …