Smith County News Headlines
Food for Thought: Making good food choices
Summer break is over and the hassle of back to school is on! With such a busy life it may be more difficult to make good food choices for you and family. According to UT Extension, there are four areas to consider in making good food choices. Before you eat, think...
Smith County 4-H Homeschool Club Starting Back
Katie Martin - UT Extension Agent - We would like to invite you to join us for our first meeting of the 2022-2023 school year for the Smith County 4-H Homeschool Club. Our Homeschool Club meets monthly from September through March and is a great way to learn about the...
New Episode of Cultivating Communities by UT Extension
UT Extension Smith County is proud to present the latest episode of Cultivating Communities. Join hosts Katie Martin and Chris Hicks as they travel the Upper Cumberland to introduce you to local farmers, families, and Extension agents. In this episode, Chris and...
Smith County Grand Jury Returns Indictments From August 2022 Session
The Smith County Grand Jury met for its August 2022 session. You can see them below. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty. State of Tennessee vs. Aaron M. Grace 1 Count Sexual Battery State of Tennessee vs. Isaiah Donovan Hiers 1 Count Domestic...
Hale unseats 14-year incumbent in state house race
Michael Hale Smith County will be represented by a new member in the Tennessee House of Representatives as Michael Hale defeated Terri Lynn Weaver in the Republican Primary for Tennessee House District 40 during the August 4 election. Weaver carried Smith County with...
August 4, 2022 State Primary and Smith County General Election Results
Voters had the opportunity to cast ballots in a variety of races during the 2022 State Primary and Smith County General Election, including Governor, US House, TN Senator, TN House, District Attorney, General Sessions Judge, Mayor, Trustee, Clerk, County Commission,...
Smith County Summer Learning Camp 2022
https://youtu.be/Pf9iOtXLqNM Students from around the county participated in Smith County Schools' Summer Learning Camp for grades 1-8. The Summer Learning Camp is part of a three year plan to help students who may have suffered from learning loss during the COVID...
Secretary of State’s Office Warns of Resurfaced Scam Targeting Business Owners
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Secretary of State Tre Hargett is warning Tennessee business owners to be aware of a scam that has resurfaced and is once again targeting businesses with a deceptive mailer from a company that goes by TN Certificate of Existence Filing Company....
Smith County Humane rises up to help Eastern Kentucky flood victims and pets
Smith County Humane has partnered with Butler's Auction to collect items for Eastern Ky Flood Relief efforts. Smith County Humane will deliver the collected items and work directly with Guardians of Rescue a local rescue group in Eastern Kentucky to distribute the...
Helping Hearts Fundraiser Pageant 2022
The Helping Hearts Fundraiser Pageant will be hosting our 5th annual pageant on August 27th, 2022 at the Smith County Ag Center. All proceeds will go to our local animal rescue, Smith County Humane. Entry fee: $40 Additional electives: $5 each*prettiest eyes*best...
Everything Voters Need to Know for the Aug. 4 Election
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Before heading to the polls on Thursday for the Aug. 4 State and Federal Primary & State and County General Election, the Secretary of State's office wants voters to have the information they need to ensure that it's easy to vote and hard...
August Art Show at the Carthage Junction Depot features Sutherland Photography
Photography by Chuck and Kelli Sutherland will be the featured artists at the August 20th Art Show at the Carthage Junction Depot. Kelli and Chuck Sutherland are both accomplished photographers with over 25 years of combined experience. Chuck's photos capture the...
Early voting down 30%; Election Day set for August 4, 2022
Residents across the county had the chance to cast the ballots early for the August 4 election that includes elections for almost all county offices; however, the number of early votes cast has been significantly lower than the previous county general election held in...
Back to School Bash a Great Success
The Smith County Events Committee hosted the first county-wide Back to School Bash, Saturday, July 30th. Due to uncertain weather conditions the event was moved inside. The future restaurant Nobels hosted the supplies give-away and games and activities were hosted by...
4-H News: Smith County 4-H’ers attend Round Up
By Katie Martin -UT, Extension Agent – Three Smith County 4-H’ers, Abby Malone, Gabe Harville, and Kynlee Davis, attended the 2022 Tennessee 4-H Roundup and All-Star Conference at the University of Tennessee Martin on July 18-21. Roundup allows Tennessee 4-H members...
Food for Thought: Farmers Market Fresh
We all know the farmers’ market is an excellent place for picking up fresh fruits and vegetables. On Friday, August 12th, in addition to picking up some home-grown tomatoes, you can pick up some research-based knowledge, as well. UT Extension will be at the Smith...
Job Fair at Smith County Chamber of Commerce August 13, 2022
The American Job Center will host a Job Fair at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce Community Room on Friday, August 13, 2022 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Employers from Smith County and surrounding counties will be ready to hire qualified applicants. To be better prepared...
Free Summer Concert Series – Saturday, July 30th 6 p.m.
The FREE Summer Concert Series continues this Saturday, July 30th on the lawn of the Historic Courthouse. Sam Mullins will open the concert at 6 p.m. The Ransom Notes will play at 7 p.m. The American Legion Post 57 and Smith County Chamber of Commerce co-host the...
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