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(April 22, 2025) - To minimize the risk of wildland fires, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is required for debris …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/28/25
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The Tennessee General Assembly is targeting alcohol related crimes with their newest bills. Sponsored by Representative Gant and Senator Rose, bill HB 0190/SB 0457 present a lowering of alcohol …
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Josh Austin
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4/28/25
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White County Board of Commissioners have approved funding allocations aimed at addressing critical community needs, including substance abuse treatment, and support services.
During the April 21 …
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Rachel Auberger
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4/28/25
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A Tennessee Tech University graduate student from White County has begun a new job that is helping him – and all of humanity – reach for the moon.
Isaac Hollingsworth is working on a …
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4/28/25
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On April 18, 2025, it was National Lineman Appreciation Day, and I want to recognize the Sparta Electric Department and those lineman who keep our city connected, powered, and moving …
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Jerry Lowery
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4/28/25
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An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office, working in conjunction with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, has revealed the former director of the 12th Judicial District Drug …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/28/25
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United Daughters of the Confederacy, Captain Sally Tompkins 2123 will have its monthly meeting at 1 p.m., May 2, 2025, in the lower level, of Putnam County Library.
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/28/25
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At approximately 11:50 a.m., April 26, 2025, emergency services personnel were dispatched to the scene of a reported plane crash. According to information from emergency services radio traffic, the …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/26/25
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Life Care Center of Sparta celebrated another huge milestone for one of its wisest occupants.
Geneva Hayes spent April 17 celebrating her 104th birthday right before the Easter weekend. The …
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Josh Austin
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4/25/25
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Sparta Civic Center hosted an annual Blue Ribbon Resource Fair, on April 16, sponsored by White County Health Department and The Stephens Center.
Hosted in observance of National Child Abuse …
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Josh Austin
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4/25/25
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The Bon Air Mountain Historical Society recently marked a significant milestone — 30 years of celebrating and preserving the rich history of the Bon Air community.
The journey began when …
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Rachel Auberger
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4/25/25
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City of Sparta has made a contribution to Upper Cumberland Regional Airport that will help fund the growth of the entity.
Sparta officials approved a $120,000 contribution to UCRA during the …
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Josh Austin
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4/24/25
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Getting young students to class can be a hassle for busy parents, and that is where the bus driver has always shone.
For nearly a century, school buses have been one of the most efficient ways …
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Josh Austin
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4/24/25
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/24/25
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At 5:06 a.m., today, Sparta-White County Rescue, along with NorthEnd Volunteer Fire Department, White County Sheriff's Office, White County Emergency Medical Service, and Tennessee Highway Patrol, …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/22/25
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Sparta’s fire department has stood for years as a pillar of strength and service for the community, and lately, a focus on modern training and constantly improving equipment has helped these …
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Josh Austin
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4/21/25
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“Several months ago, the Waffle House Corporation reached out to the City of Sparta with interest in bringing a location to our town — and we’re now proud to announce that a …
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Jerry Lowery
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4/21/25
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It is the duty of those who represent Tennesseans in the legislature to do what is best for their constituents, and it is just as important for the people to stay updated on how they are being …
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Josh Austin
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4/21/25
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American Red Cross just held one of their regular blood drives at the Sparta Civic Center, and donors from across the community came in to donate to the cause. The drive lasted from noon to 5 p.m. on …
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Josh Austin
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4/21/25
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My recent visit to the White County Schools’ Career and Technical Education (CTE) program reaffirmed my belief in the power of hands-on education. This was a gathering of local businesses, …
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Denny Wayne Robinson
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4/21/25
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