Smith County News Headlines
tnAchieves Celebrates Community Businesses Opening Their Doors to Students for Job Shadow Day
tnAchieves is celebrating its fall Job Shadow Days and thanking the community partners who opened their doors to students. Job Shadowing opportunities give tnAchieves students valuable exposure to careers right in their own communities. With 84.7 percent of tnAchieves...
Comptroller Releases Guidance Following Penny Discontinuance
In response to the federal government’s decision to stop producing the penny, the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury has issued guidance to help local governments, including utility systems, adjust their payment processing practices in a fair, transparent, and...
The Smith County Fair Recognized with State Awards
The Smith County Fair was honored as 2nd Runner-Up in Division “A” in the Merit Award Competition and also received the prestigious Award of Merit. The Smith County Fair Board looks forward to welcoming everyone this summer and encourages the community to come...
Girls to Women Hosts Empowering Event for Girls Ages 12–18
Growing into womanhood is a journey filled with questions, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Girls to Women is creating a space where young women can navigate that journey together—supported, encouraged, and empowered. On Friday, January 24th from 11:00 a.m....
Moonstone Spa’s 5th Anniversary Celebration
We are excited to celebrate our 5th annual anniversary with YOU. Mark your calendars! Be the first 20 in line and receive a special gift 56 Brew Coffee Truck Deerly Blessed Photography Linked by Moonstone Sugar Rush Cookies Giveaways Raffles Walk in Services &...
Making it Official: John Rose Picks Up Petition for Governor
NASHVILLE, TN—Today, U.S. Congressman John Rose (TN-6, R) notched a milestone in his bid to become the next Governor of Tennessee. He visited the Secretary of State’s Division of Elections to pick up an official nominating petition form, which will be signed by voters...
2026 Spring Farm Equipment Consignment Auction Set for February 7 in Carthage, Tennessee
Farmers, landowners, and equipment buyers across Middle Tennessee are invited to attend the 2026 Spring Farm Equipment Consignment Auction, scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The auction will be held at the Smith County Ag Center, located at 150 Ag...
61st Annual Tennessee Conservation Awards Now Accepting Nominations
Tennessee Wildlife Federation is now accepting nominations for its 61st Annual Conservation Achievement Awards, an annual tradition honoring individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact on the conservation of Tennessee’s wildlife, lands, and...
Carthage Junction Depot Translucent Works in Glass January 17th
The Carthage Junction Depot is pleased to present a selection of works in glass from the EadsMuseum collection from 10am-4pm on Saturday, January 17. Each beautifully handcrafted object glows with translucent color. How did it get to Smith County? Ora and...
Carthage Rotary Club Hosts 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament
The Carthage Rotary Club is excited to announce its 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament, set for Saturday, January 24th, at the Smith County Ag Center in Carthage, Tennessee. This popular community event promises a fun-filled day of friendly competition, great prizes, and...
Tennessee Sandhill Crane Festival to Celebrate 35th Anniversary January 17-18
The 35th Tennessee Sandhill Crane Festival is set for Jan. 17-18, 2026 (Saturday-Sunday) at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge, Cherokee Removal Memorial Park, and Birchwood Community Center. The festival celebrates the thousands of sandhill cranes that stop over or...
72 Smith County natives named to Tennessee Tech’s fall 2025 Dean’s List
More than 70 Smith County natives were named to Tennessee Tech University's Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester. To be included on the Dean’s List, students must attend the university full-time and earn a grade-point average of at least 3.1 on the 4.0 scale....
U.S. Representative John Rose Announces January Local Office Hours
U.S. Representative John Rose’s (TN-6) district staff will hold a series of local office hours for constituents to connect directly with caseworkers and receive assistance with federal agencies throughout the month of January. During the local office hours,...
2025-26 Winter Trout Stocking Program Continues
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s (TWRA) 2025-26 winter rainbow trout stocking program continues at selected locations as the New Year begins and will continue through February. TWRA’s spring stocking begins March 1. The program provides numerous close-to-home...
Young Sportsman Hunt to Close State’s 2025-26 Deer Hunting Season
The second Tennessee Young Sportsman Deer Hunt will be held Jan. 10–11, officially wrapping up the 2025–26 deer season. The regular statewide season ends the weekend before, on Sunday, Jan. 4. Youth ages 6-16 may participate in the Young Sportsman Deer Hunt...
December 2025 Meeting of the Smith County Board of Education
The Smith County Board of Education met at 5:00 p.m. on December 16, 2025 The live broadcast of this meeting is sponsored by Teresa’s Gifts. Subscribe to Smith County Insider’s YouTube channel to stay up-to-date on meeting coverage, business spotlights, video...
December 2025 Meeting of the Gordonsville City Council
The Gordonsville City Council held its monthly meeting on Monday, December 9, 2025. You can watch the full council meeting above. Subscribe to Smith County Insider’s YouTube channel to stay up-to-date on meeting coverage, business spotlights, video features, and more!...
December 2025 Meeting of the Carthage City Council
The Carthage City Council held its monthly meeting on December 5th at 6:00 pm. Several items were discussed. Watch the full meeting below. Thanks to Teresa’s Gifts for sponsoring Smith County Insider’s live broadcast of this meeting. Subscribe to Smith County...
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