200 pounds to lift? Easy! Or at least that’s how it is for some at the Special Warriors program at the YMCA.
The Special Warriors program was established by Nina Weston to help …
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By Matthew Johnson
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3/31/25
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Last Thursday, White County held its quarterly meeting of the Joint Economic and Community Development Board (JECDB). This board plays a vital role in fostering growth and collaboration in our …
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Denny Wayne Robinson
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3/31/25
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3/28/25
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We are continuing to collaborate with engineers to determine the best solution for the railroad walking bridge along South Carter Street Park. Our goal is to transition from the old timber system to …
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Jerry Lowery
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3/27/25
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The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoints from March 23rd, 2025, through March 29th, 2025, on State Route 136 in White County.
Impaired driving is a serious …
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3/22/25
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The White County Commission March 17 and once again voted on a pair of issues that had been brought before them more than once before.
One of those decisions was the approval of …
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Rachel Auberger
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3/21/25
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What a weekend we experienced with the storms and numerous tornado warnings. I am incredibly thankful that we were able to distribute nearly 700 weather radios throughout our community, ensuring that …
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Jerry Lowery
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3/21/25
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(March 19, 2025) - According to a press release issued by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Special agents assigned to the TBI’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/19/25
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As spring approaches, many residents are asking about brush pickup within the city limits. To assist with cleanup efforts, we will have scheduled leaf pickup times. The City Public Works Department …
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Jerry Lowery
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3/18/25
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One of Sparta’s well-known, well-loved figures has been missing for 10 months, and there are as many questions now as there were nearly a year ago when it was discovered that Roy Whited was …
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Rachel Auberger
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3/18/25
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Major Tim Spicer has been promoted to lieutenant colonel of field operations at the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP). A dedicated law enforcement officer with 25 years of service, Spicer has steadily …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/18/25
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3/17/25
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3/17/25
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3/17/25
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March agenda and resolutions
March 2025 consent calendar
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/14/25
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Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen made quick work of the agenda for the first meeting in March. The board unanimously approved all eight items that were up for a vote, with very little need …
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Rachel Auberger
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3/13/25
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Wildland fires struck Sparta communities during the March 4 strong wind conditions. Across the county line, various fire departments and volunteers reported their efforts throughout the evening, …
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Josh Austin
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3/10/25
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/5/25
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White County High School would like to recognize the White County JROTC rifle team, coached by 1SG Douglas Romero, for their outstanding accomplishments this fiscal year.
The White County rifle …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/5/25
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