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Last week, emotionally, we experienced highs and lows in our community. We celebrated our nation’s flag; we honored those that have fought and still fight for our constitutional freedoms. We …
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Denny Wayne Robinson
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9/18/25
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Numerous fire departments, White County Emergency Medical Service, and other emergency personnel, along with Red Cross, were called to the scene of a structure fire at 834 Frank's Ferry Road. …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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9/16/25
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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9/16/25
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A Monday evening crash that involved three vehicles has left four dead and several injured.
The crash occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m., Sept. 15, 2025, at the 15-mile marker, on the …
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Kim Swindell Wood
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9/16/25
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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9/15/25
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While the rest of the county committees did not meet during the month of September, White County Budget Committee still had business to attend to Sept. 8.
Only three members were present for the …
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Josh Austin
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9/15/25
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After hoisting the flag high weeks prior, Sept. 8 saw the retirement ceremony for Sgt. Bradly Goforth’s flag. At White County Courthouse, a brief ceremony with the American Legion honored the …
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Josh Austin
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9/15/25
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One of the county’s largest manufacturers has just announced big developments at its facility in Sparta.
TERREPOWER, formerly known as BBB Industries, has continued to develop their solar …
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Josh Austin
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9/15/25
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After nearly three months of careful review and interviews, the City of Sparta is preparing to finalize the selection of its next Fire Chief.
Mayor Jerry Lowery explained that the process began …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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9/12/25
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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9/11/25
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Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen met for less than 10 minutes, on Sept. 4, as they moved quickly through a short agenda, making four purchasing decisions and then getting updates from the …
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Rachel Auberger
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9/8/25
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One of the most anticipated updates for the county, the new health department is getting closer to its initial construction phase. Located on the corner of Mose Drive and Old Smithville Highway, the …
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Josh Austin
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9/8/25
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A fatal incident that was a reported hit and run has left a White County man dead.
According to a report from Tennessee Highway Patrol, Gary Humphrey Jr. 56, of Sparta, was reportedly walking on …
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Kim Swindell Wood & Josh Austin
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9/8/25
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The tragedy that took place Sept. 11, 2001, will forever live in the minds of all Americans. Anyone who was age 12 or over on that date can likely tell you exactly where they were when they heard the …
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Rachel Auberger
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9/8/25
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I want to make sure everyone in White County that receives commodities knows about an important change to our commodities program. For decades, or as long as I can remember, UCHRA has been the …
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Denny Wayne Robinson
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9/8/25
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Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County, Tennessee, Inc. (HFHDC) is thrilled to announce its merger with Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity (UCHFH), a strategic partnership that will amplify efforts …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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9/8/25
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Two new turn signals Sparta will make a big change for residents, especially on Sunday lunch.
Through a grant with the Tennessee Department of Transportation, the traffic lights at Bockman Way …
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Josh Austin
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9/6/25
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I have a few important updates to share with you this week:
Baker School Building
The old Baker School, which once housed the White County SchoolsAdministration offices, will be torn down …
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Jerry Lowery
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9/6/25
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A house over a century old is being torn down in Sparta.
The structure at 115 N. Main St., which was built in 1900, has recently been put up for demolition. According to Tennessee Property …
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Josh Austin
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9/2/25
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This September, the Upper Cumberland Regional Health Office will host an event that could one day make all the difference for you and your family. The 5th Annual Upper Cumberland Emergency …
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Denny Wayne Robinson
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9/2/25
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