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The Van Buren County Library recently welcomed local police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel for a special Children’s Story Time event focused on community helpers and public … more
To commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States of America, as well as to honor Veterans Day, the Rock House DAR chapter has donated and planted a tree and monument at Highlands Cemetery. On … more
White County holds Veterans Day activities White County is taking time this November to recognize and honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Through school … more
Workforce development and access to career training are important parts of building strong communities, especially in rural areas such as the Upper Cumberland. Tennessee’s RIVET program is helping … more
White County voters cast ballots in several federal, state, and local races during the Nov. 3 general election, with unofficial results showing vote totals for candidates and constitutional … more
Few locations are as well known to Spartans as the Drive-In. Older residents recognize it as a big part of the county’s history, and youth still find fun in it today as they visit for movie nights. … more
“I just hope that it gets people interested, curious, and appreciative of the folklore here in White County, because it is rich with stories.” Nicholas E. Knowles has a love for history and … more
Everyone passing through Highway 111 has likely seen it at some point. Above and Beyond RV Repair has been an active business in White County for years now, and recently, they hosted a ribbon-cutting … more
A truck carrying approximately 20 pallets of food, totaling nearly 32,947 pounds, from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints arrived at BonDeCroft Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 23, … more
UPPER CUMBERLAND — The Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging & Disability (AAAD) is proud to announce that long-time volunteer Evelyne Kornreich has been named the recipient of the 2026 … more
September was another busy month for the White County Humane Society.  We funded a total of 125 spay/neuter surgeries for pet owners who needed some assistance with the cost of surgery or who … more
White County Heritage Museum is a recipient of a $35,450 grant for Capital Maintenance and Improvements from the State of Tennessee as administered through the Tennessee State Museum. The grant award … more
White County Commission met for one of its first Full Court meetings as new commissioners. With Dakota White as the new chairman of the commission, they tackled problems both new and old. The meeting … more
The White County FFA chapters held their annual “Breakfast at the Barn” fundraiser on September 12, 2026, bringing together local FFA members, volunteers, families, and community supporters for a … more
Do you have a veteran in your family? This is the perfect time to recognize their service to the country by engraving their name on the Wall of Honor in the Rotary Club of Sparta’s Veterans Park. … more
Lester Flatt Celebration is one of the biggest events in Sparta each year. This year, rain may have put a big damper on the vendors present, but inside the city’s new “Sparta Event Center,” it … more
On Monday, September 28, former WCHS Student/Athlete Quinn Davis returned home for autographs. Davis, who once suited up for the Warriorette Flag Football team, has changed into the Dollywood #85 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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