Edward Hudson graciously accepted the White County Conservation Farmer of the Year award. Hudson had a 65-acre farm that had been in his family since 1934.
Kordell Henderson was named the District 6AAA boys’ Player of the Year, and coach Bryan Haley was named the District 6AAA girls’ Coach of the Year.
White County Special Olympics athletes brought home 19 medals from the State Winter Games.
2004
Heavy snow fell in the Upper Cumberland; snow reached 11 inches in some areas of the region.
The Passion of Christ was announced and grossed more than $604 million worldwide.
Members of Young Life performed a skit at the Gracemoor Valentine’s Banquet.
1994
A man wanted in 12 counties was apprehended by White County law enforcement.
The chairman of the Amphitheater Committee announced the grand opening of the Sparta Amphitheater.
Upper Cumberland Regional Airport announced they would begin jet services.
1984
Students from several White County elementary schools raised more than $500 for cancer research.
Big Star grocery store announced its name change to Sparta Food Center.
1974
White County Junior High band won 10 superiors at the Middle Tennessee School Band and Orchestra Association Solo and Ensemble Festival at MTSU.
Sparta received an award from The American City magazine for outstanding urban administration.
Tennessee Technological University announced classes would be offered in the White County area.
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