Science

 By Wesley Martin, WCHS Science Department  10:25 AM, May 3, 2024

In a world where atoms and molecules are the ingredients of everything around us, chemistry emerges as a vibrant canvas upon which the wonders of the universe are painted. It is often that students …
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Agriculture

Scott Swoape, U.T. Extension White County  10:19 AM, May 3, 2024

If you have been watching any of our local news, you probably have heard that Brood XIX, known as The Great Southern Brood of cicadas, is predicted to emerge in middle and southeastern Tennessee this …
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Obituaries

10:16 AM, May 3, 2024

Marion Clinton Walling, known as “Pete” and best known as “Pa Pete ‘’ went home to be with our loving Savior, on April 19, 2024, while at the home of his daughter and …
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Obituaries

10:12 AM, May 3, 2024

William Henry Burgo, 71, of Sparta, passed away April 28, 2024. William was born Sept. 17, 1952, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Kenneth Burgo and Barbara Simpson Burgo. A celebration of life …
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Obituaries

10:09 AM, May 3, 2024

On April 25, 2024, Ray Savage, 88, of Sparta, went to be with his Lord, whom he loved and faithfully served. Born April 3, 1936, in Quebeck, he was the son of Jasper and Gertrude Smith Savage …
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Obituaries

10:05 AM, May 3, 2024

Richard “Bud” Bussell, 80, a lifelong resident of Baxter, went Home peacefully to be with the Lord, on April 22, 2024, in Cookeville. He was born on Feb. 13, 1944, in Baxter to …
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News

Jerry Lowery  9:55 AM, May 3, 2024

Question:  Why do we have a National Day of Prayer Answer : In the tapestry of American history, there are threads of tradition woven deeply into the fabric of our nation’s …
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News

Rachel Auberger  9:50 AM, May 3, 2024

White County Sheriff Steve Page is asking residents to check their cell phones and make sure they are not accidentally placing calls to 911. “In the month of March, we had 72 accidental …
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Military

By Cadet Truman Wright  9:13 AM, May 3, 2024

Honor Through Action, the motto of the Mountain Man Memorial March, came to fruition, on April 20, 2024, when two teams of five Cadets each marched to honor American warriors who were killed in …
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Emergency Services

Rachel Auberger  9:08 AM, May 3, 2024

 Spring means warmer weather and outside activities. It brings birds and fresh leaves and grass. It also brings storms, and, in Tennessee, those can sometimes become severe quickly. Matt …
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Business

8:00 AM, May 3, 2024

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Business

7:30 AM, May 3, 2024

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News

Rachel Auberger  7:15 AM, May 3, 2024

West Towne Plaza will have three new nationally recognized retailers leasing spaces and providing new shopping experiences for White County residents within the next year as Five Below and Shoe …
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Business

7:06 AM, May 3, 2024

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Outdoors

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  1:28 PM, May 2, 2024

Spring turkey season Young Sportsman: April 6 - 7, 2024 Shotgun/Archery: April 13 - May 26, 2024 Looking for hunters of all age. Send us photos from your turkey hunts. Email …
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Business

1:19 PM, May 2, 2024

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Business

11:17 AM, May 2, 2024

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News

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  10:22 AM, May 2, 2024

Fall Creek Falls State Park will host an open house Thursday, May 9, to share information with the community about a project at the park’s scenic loop. Thousands of trees were downed by storms …
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Emergency Services

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  10:14 AM, May 2, 2024

NorthEnd Volunteer Fire Department: We want to congratulate Jonathan Abboushi on his recent passing of PDO (Pump Driver Operator). Jonathan is a great asset to our community in White County and …
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Event

10:00 AM, May 2, 2024

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Yard sale

8:37 AM, May 2, 2024

Thursday, May 2 Friday, May 3 Saturday, May 4 Begins at 7 a.m. each day Neighborhood yard sale, Monterey Highway (Highway 84) Address starting at 2557 all the way to 8269 and …
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Event

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:31 AM, May 2, 2024

 Cookeville’s oldest charity golf event, the 49th annual Anne Cameron Memorial Golf Tournament, is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, at the Golden Eagle Golf Club in Cookeville. Breakfast …
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News

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  8:24 AM, May 2, 2024

Eight Tennessee State Parks restaurants will offer meals on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, the perfect way to treat Mom and spend time together. The parks restaurants hosting Mother’s …
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Real Estate

Posted by Kim Swindell Wood  2:31 PM, May 1, 2024

The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (“TDCI”) Division of Regulatory Boards proudly announces the launch of the Tennessee High School Senior Real Estate Licensing …
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Education

12:31 PM, May 1, 2024

Recent changes from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission are putting postgraduate studies closer in reach for Tennessee Tech University students, and the university is celebrating with a free …
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Seniors

6:00 AM, Apr 30, 2024

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Miscellaneous

2:27 PM, Apr 29, 2024

The Expositor has an opening for a part-time graphic designer - approximately 20 hours weekly. MUST: Be able to work in fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Be able to work …
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OBITUARIES
Delores Austin Joynes
Delores Austin Joynes, 82, passed away April 5, 2024, in Lebanon. She was born June 28, 1941, in Sparta. She was preceded in …
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Juanita Fay Rollins Jones
Juanita Fay Rollins Jones, 87, of Sparta, passed away April 1, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Jones was born June 20, 1936, in the …
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Opal Eveleene Hawkins Barlow
Opal Eveleene Hawkins Barlow, 92, of Sparta, passed away April 20, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Opal was born Nov. …
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Laura Mae Simmons
Laura Mae Simmons, 89, of Quebeck, passed away April 21, 2024, at her residence. Ms. Simmons was born Feb. 19, 1935, in Doyle, to …
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Edward McDonald Milner
After a long life and a short illness, Edward McDonald Milner passed into the hands of a merciful God, on Easter Sunday, March 31, …
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SPORTS
WCHS soccer loses fourth straight game
The White County High School Warriors continued their losing streak on Tuesday, April 16 when they lost to the Cumberland County Jets. …
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WCMS soccer loses tough match against Algood
The Warriors were in action on April 19th as they took on Algood Middle School in the penultimate match of the regular season. The …
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WCHS softball beats Upperman
The WCHS Warriorette softball team honored the late Glenn “Buckshot” Sims, on April 17, at the field named in his honor. …
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White County Middle School Warriors win 3
On Monday, the White County Middle School baseball team traveled to Macon County where they were in jeopardy of starting the week on …
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WCMS Warriorette softball wins 4 in a row, 7-2 in district play
 White County Middle School softball kept things interesting last week with a couple of close games mixed with a couple of …
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FAITH

Christian Basic Training-Part V

As a review for this topic, many churches use services to gather people together, perform the newest songs on Christian radio, and allow the popular speaker to share a motivational speech all around …

EDUCATION
Junior JumpStart Night
Junior JumpStart Night at White County High School is an event to help many juniors and their families as they transition to the last …
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Jolly moves on in Teacher of the Year process
Tennessee Department of Education has announced the 27 regional semi-finalists for Teacher of the Year. White County High School and …
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Reed and Austin are honored at state capitol
White County High School received several school-wide honors during the 2023-2024 school year. Several students received individual …
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TTU announces online French dual enrollment program starting this fall
Tennessee Tech University recently announced the addition of an online French dual enrollment program starting this fall. The program, …
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Summer School registration
Summer School applications are open for elementary and middle school students. Please sign up as soon as possible to secure your spot. …
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OPINION

When anti-Israel activists shut down American streets, there must be consequences

 America is a nation of law and order. Yet, more and more, we are seeing U.S. cities overrun with lawless behavior—especially by Hamas sympathizers. Just last week, anti-Israel …