Smith County News Headlines
Eagle Scout Makes History
On Sunday, October 1, 2023, Adam David Welsh (center photo) of Gordonsville will make history when he becomes the third son of Mark and Sebrena Welsh to receive the coveted Eagle Scout Award. Vance Lackey, Deputy Scout Executive of the Middle Tennessee Council...
Smith County Hababit for Humanity Housing Application Deadline is October 9.
Applications for the next Habitat For Humanity home are now being accepted. Deadline for the return of the completed application is October 9, 2023. Completed applications can be mailed to P.O. Box 58, Carthage or hand delivered to the offices...
The Spot to host a Yard Sale on Saturday, September 30th
The Spot, located at 108 Ward Avenue will host a Yard Sale and Silent Auction on Saturday, September 30th from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit youth programs at The Spot. The Spot is a Youth Center open to students in 7th – 12th grade. The Spot aims to...
Smith County Agriculture News – Planting Fall Bulbs for Spring Blooms
By Katie Martin - Smith County Extension Agent As summer fades and fall temperatures inch closer, my attention always turns to planting fall bulbs to establish spring blooms. When grey winter days have lasted for what can seem like months on end, beautiful spring...
Smith County 4-H Forestry Judging Participants Find Success at Regional Contest
by Rachel Petty - UT Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development Back Row (L to R): Gabe Harville, Owen Meeks, Turner HarvilleMiddle Row (L to R): Owen Kilcher, Easton Bibbings, Caleb Hensley, Emmy BibbingsFront Row (L to R): Jay Driver, McCall Kemp, Josie Harville, Kynlee...
Riverview Regional Receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
Riverview Regional provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms The American College of Cardiology has recognized Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain....
GHS and GJHS Cross Country recent results
Kylie Chiapperini, Elise Smith and Sydney Yancy - GJHS CC girls Mike Manor and Lucy Manor - GHS GHS XC competed in the Siegel XC invite at Cedars of Lebanon on 09/14/2023. The next race is the Station Camp HS/Welch College MSCCA. Results as follows: Girls 500 Meters...
Embrace Tradition and Heritage at the 2023 William Walton Harvest Festival Event in Carthage, Tennessee
Enjoy photos with pioneer characters at the William Walton Harvest Festival Submitted by Bill Woodard, Executive Director, Smith County Chamber of Commerce Carthage, TN - Get ready to step back in time and celebrate the rich heritage of Carthage, Tennessee, at the...
4,300 Mentors Needed in One Month
With just one month remaining until the October 20, 2023 recruitment deadline, tnAchieves needs 4,300 additional volunteer mentors to meet student demand. The Upper Cumberland region has several counties with an outstanding need for mentors as well: Jackson County: 3...
Glow Walk for Recovery on September 28th at 6:30 p.m.
A GLOW WALK honoring National Recovery Month will be held on Thursday, September 28th at 6:30 p.m. This is a FREE event, no need to register. Just meet at the Rails to Trails in South Carthage at the Gazebo across from the Town Hall. It is a glow...
Matthew Inyart receives The Governor’s Excellence in Service Award
Matthew Inyart - Network Ops Administrator LeadTransportation The Governor’s Excellence in Service Awards began in 2016 to recognize outstanding state employees who are at the forefront of improving the way Tennessee State Government delivers services. The employees...
2023 National Hunting and Fishing Day on Saturday, Sept. 23rd
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be celebrating 2023 National Hunting and Fishing Day on Saturday, Sept. 23. On this special day, the rich tradition of fishing, hunting, and target shooting is observed to recognize the conservation efforts of sportsmen and...
Crawfish Boil on Saturday, September 23rd will benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center
Living Water Ministries will host a Crawfish Boil on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce from 5-7 p.m. Dine-in or to-go plates will cost $10 each. All proceeds will benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center in Carthage, TN
Sheldon the Schnoodle Brings Healing through Joy to Riverview Regional Patients
Meet Sheldon, a 4-year-old Giant Teddy Bear Schnoodle, who volunteers as a Service Animal at Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC). Sheldon visits each Wednesday with hospital patients, Renewal Center patients and monthly with patients attending therapy at Senior...
Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation Announces New Executive Vice President Brian Wright
Brian Wright, Executive Vice President - Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation The Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation State Board of Directors have selected Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation Director of Membership Bryan Wright to replace Rhedona Rose as executive vice...
UT Extension News – Fall Cover Crops
Smith County Agriculture News – By Katie Martin, Smith County Extension Agent Whether you grow conventionally or organically and no matter if you grow on thousands of acres or in a small garden plot, cover crops can be a beneficial tool. Cover crops serve as natural...
Joe Hearn Memorial Scholarship Fund Poker Run – Saturday, September 30th 2023
The Alexandria Lion’s Club will host the Joe Hearn Memorial Scholarship Poker Run on Saturday, September 30th 20223. Hot Rods, Bikes, etc. are welcome. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the run will depart from102 Fairgrounds Road, Alexandria,TN. Registration is $25...
Nine graduate from Smith County Misdemeanor Recovery Court
(front) Ethan Davenport, Jeremy Gregory, Rodney "Scott" Reagan (standing behind) Crystal Morgan, Case Manager, Mark Green, Josh Dugan, Garry "Scott" Bennett, Judge Branden Bellar, Corey Courtney, Chance Waller, Joseph Rich, Mary Lynn Bush, Recovery Court Coordinator....
