U.S. Representative John Rose of Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District will host his Second Annual Rose Family Farm Fish Fry on September 17, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rose Family Farm in Lancaster, TN.

Representative Rose said, “I am looking forward to the second annual Rose Family Farm Fish Fry. It was a great success last year, and we are excited to have everyone out to the family farm for some great food, fellowship and family fun.”

Tickets are available now online for $15 or can be purchased the day of the event for $20. Children five years and under can attend at no cost. The event is family friendly with live music plus games and activities for children.

The Rose Family Farm is the oldest farm in Smith County and was settled in 1790 by John and Ann Williams Lancaster. Congressman Rose is the eighth generation owner and operator of the property.

Please find event details and ticket information here.

A GLOW WALK honoring National Recovery Month will be held on Thursday, September 22nd at 6:30 p.m. There will be a photo booth, prevention education, prizes, and much more!

This event will take place at the the trail head gazebo area of Rails to Trails walking trail in South Carthage. Everyone of all ages and fitness level is encouraged to participate. Come and walk at your own pace and distance.

This is a glow walk, and we will have glow sticks, glow in the dark face paint, and batter operated vigil candles available. Feel free to bring a flashlight to help light your path. T-shirts are available for purchase for $10.00. Please let us know at registration if you would like a T-shirt.

Students in JR Smith’s journalism class at Smith County High School recently interviewed Alex Miller, former American Idol contestant and rising star in the country music industry via Zoom video conferencing. Alex Miller is set to perform at the Smith County Ag Center on Sunday, September 11th at 6 p.m.

Students asked questions about growing up in a small time, his influences, behind the scenes experiences at American Idol, balancing his life and being a student and tips for aspiring music artists. Miller, just 19 years old, is relatable and shares how hard work and daily lessons of dealing with ups and downs of farm life provided valuable experience and skills he has used to handle his life in the country music industry. He said, “never having two days the same on the farm is a lot like his experience in the music industry.” He attributes a strong work ethic, instilled in him from his grandfather, as being a major asset.

Miller encourages students and aspiring music artists to be themselves. “There are so many people who are trying to be someone else. There has already been a Brooks and Dunn and there’s already an Alex Miller. So be whoever you are because that’s what makes you special at what you do.”

When asked what can be expected from his performance at the Ag Center this Sunday, he said “expect to have a fun, loving country time! We have a party when we have a show!” Tickets will be available at the door for $20. The Alex Miller concert is sponsored by Shade Tree Livestock Handling

Check out the full Alex Miller interview by the SCHS Journalism class below. Watch for Alex Miller’s latest album called “Miller Time.” and check out the Alex Miller website for more information about his music and upcoming performance dates.

A $5 Masquerade Jewelry & Accessories Fundraising Sale will be held in the Riverview Regional Medical Center Conference Room on Friday, September 13, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

The sale is sponsored by Riverview Volunteers with proceeds benefitting scholarship funds for SCHS and GHS.

Cash, Debit/Credit, and Payroll Deduction will be accepted at the sale.

Riverview Regional Medical Center will host an Italian Day Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 from 11:30-1 p.m.

You can stop by Riverview Medical Center Cafe to enjoy your spaghetti lunch with side salad, roll and dessert for $5.00. If you are not able to stop by they will accept call ahead or faxed orders for pick up. Orders can be called in at 615-735-5250 or faxed to 615-735-5143.

Delivery to businesses in the Carthage and Gordonsville City Limits will be offered. Delivery orders must be place by Tuesday, September 13th at 2 p.m.

Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the Emmanuel House.

The Gordonsville Church of Christ will host a two-day seminar “Coaching Families & Youth for Success” on Saturday, September 10th and Sunday September 11th. The speakers will include Will Harrub and Cody Micahel.

The seminar will begin on Saturday evening at 5 p.m. with a catered dinner and and classes at 6 & 7 p.m. The program will continue on Sunday with classes from 9-11 a.m. and a youth rally at 5 p.m.

The Gordonsville Church of Christ is located at 106 Lisa Drive in Gordonsville.

The Run4Don returns to Gainesboro for its 13th annual race on Saturday, September 17, 2022.

Run4Don is a non-profit organization ran entirely by volunteers. Run4Don’s mission includes providing scholarships to young Christians and funding research to help find a cure for ALS while honoring Don Chaffin. During its history, it has provided $176,000 in scholarships to 78 young people, and $107,000 has been donated to ALS research.

Registration for the 2022 Run4Don 5K & 15K is now open. You may race in person or participate virtually this year. Don’t want to run or walk? No problem. You may also support Run4Don by being a t-shirt patron.

Find out more information and register now on their website run4don.com. You may also visit their Facebook page.

The food, fun, music, and prizes are only days away as Upper Cumberland EMC presents the Annual Meeting of the Members.
This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, September 10, at the Smith County Ag Center, 159 Ag Center Lane, in Carthage.

Music by Junction South, a fish fry by Helen’s Restaurant, and door prizes galore are featured. This year’s theme is “Building a Brighter Future.” It’s the first in person meeting since the pandemic forced “drive-in” or “hybrid” gatherings for the safety of our members and staff for the past two years.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. This year’s event promises various displays to enjoy as members arrive. Leland Statom, of Newschannel 5 will be there with the Storm Titan Weather Mobile Unit to meet members as they register for the Annual Meeting. For the kids, Louie the Lightning Bug, our co-op mascot, will be on hand for photos in the Lightning Bug Hangout. He’s bringing coloring books to give away and is ready to meet his fans. Our friends from Tennessee Tech University are eager to show off a plug-in hybrid pickup, a fully electric truck, and a Nissan Leaf. They’ll have these vehicles on display.

Rodeo Champ Ramsey Goolsby will teach roping tricks as part of the Round-Up for Cares demonstration. Rounding up the electric bill to the nearest dollar and donating only pennies each month can mean big changes for the community. You can be a part of that. The business meeting starts inside the air-conditioned Smith County Ag Center promptly at 10 a.m. Members can meet the UCEMC Board of Directors and speak with co-op employees and leadership. Our featured video this year highlights the plans and accomplishments of 2022 with a peek at the remodeling progress at the Carthage District office and our new Burgess Falls and upgraded Gainesboro substations.

The fish fry, music, and prize drawings will follow the business session, with indoor and outdoor dining options available. Prize winners’ names will be drawn and displayed during lunch. You must be present to see your name displayed on the big screen to claim the prize.

Judicial District 15 District Attorney, Jason Lawson’s Office will host an Open House and Ribbon Cutting this Friday, September 16th from 3-6 p.m. The office is located at 100 N. Main Street. Gen. Lawson invites the community to come to the open house and see how this new office will help him serve the 15th Judicial District.

The Pregnancy Help Center of Smith County will be bringing the river to Main Street to raise money for the clients that the Pregnancy Center serves. The First Annual Biggest Little Duck Race will be held on September 24th in conjunction with the William Walton Harvest Festival.

Small Rubber/Plastic Duckies will “swim” down a 16’ miniature Lazy River to determine winners in both the BIG race and smaller 3 to 10 duck races during the day. The BIG race promises a minimum of $1,000 to the winner or 40% of the proceeds raised from adopted ducks (whichever is greater). Ducks can be adopted for $10.00. Additional prizes for subsequent places will also be awarded. There will be a “Pluck a Duck” opportunity for smaller children with age-appropriate prizes.

You can adopt duck(s) on the Pregnancy Help Center website at at the Pregnancy Help Center in Carthage during business hours, Smith Co. Chamber of Commerce, all local branches of Citizens Bank, Smith County Bank andWilson Bank & Trust, Smith County Drug Center, Gordonsville Drugs, Hackett’s Discount Drugs , and from PHC board members – Martha Holladay – Director, Tim Frank, Gary Ferrell, Michael Manor, Robin Underwood, Heather Underwood, and Sandra Vaden, and at the PHC booth on the day of the race.

Adoptions/Tickets for the BIG Race are $10.00 each. Tickets for the smaller races will be purchased on race day only.
For more information about the race and to adopt your own ducks go to https://www.phcsmithcounty.org/duckrace

The PHC is a Christ-centered ministry offering life affirming, compassionate care to women, men and children who face pregnancy related issues. They are there for you to help you understand the choices available to you and your families. Free and confidential. To learn more about the PHC go to https://www.phcsmithcounty.org