Smith County News Headlines
Tennessee Tech readies game-changing Tucker Stadium experience for 2026 season
Saturdays this fall at Tennessee Tech University’s reimagined Tucker Stadium will deliver a real college football gameday experience as an authentic Southern university should. Cookeville’s premier entertainment venue promises new levels of...
Gordonsville Community-Wide Easter Egg Hunt – 2026
The Gordonsville Events Committee is proud to announce the 5th Annual Gordonsville Community-Wide Easter Egg hunt. The egg hunt will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12pm at Ivy Agee Park in Gordonsville (RAIN OR SHINE). There will be three separate egg hunts...
Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital marks fifth full year of service, expands access for mental health treatment across Tennessee
Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital is marking its fifth full year of service, highlighting significant growth in behavioral health access and care delivery for individuals across Tennessee and the surrounding region. Since opening in December...
Arrow of Light Awards
On Sunday, February 15, 2026, three Scouts from Pack 367 received Cub Scouting’s highest award, the Arrow of Light (l-r): Scout, Angel Whitehead with Dustin Whitehead; Scott Penfield, Scout leader; Scout, C J Lawson with Sherrie Hughey; and Wendy and Corey...
New Salem Baptist Association to Host Men’s Conference March 6
The New Salem Baptist Association will host its upcoming Men’s Conference on Friday, March 6, bringing an evening of worship, fellowship, and encouragement to the community. The event will feature worship music from the TN Tech BCM Band, leading attendees in a...
Gubernatorial Candidate Congressman John Rose Receives 100% Award from Family Research Council Action
Rose Pledges to Continue Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom as Tennessee’s Governor Cookeville, TN – Congressman John Rose (TN-6), a Republican candidate for Governor, has been recognized by the Family Research Council (FRC) for maintaining a 100% voting record in...
Smith County 4-H’ers Compete in 2026 Area II Sub-Region Public Speaking Contest
Smith County was well-represented by 11 impressive competitors at the Area II Sub-Regional 4-H Public Speaking Contest, which was held at Hyder Burks Ag Pavilion on the evening of Thursday, January 22, 2026. This contest brought together...
Smith County school board selects six finalists for director of school’s interviews
CARTHAGE, Tenn. — Six candidates will move on to interviews in Smith County’s search for a new director of schools after the Board of Education voted Monday at a special-called meeting. The Smith County Board of Education called a special meeting Feb. 9 to move...
Permit Application Now Available for 2026 Free Light Goose Conservation Season
NASHVILLE --- Sportsmen are reminded that a free permit is required to participate in the 2026 Light Goose Conservation season, which will be held Feb. 15-March 31. Hunters can claim their free permit at GoOutdoorsTennessee.com. The Light Goose Conservation season is...
Body Recovered After Search Operation Near Cordell Hull Bridge in Smith County
SMITH COUNTY, Tenn. — Authorities have recovered the body of an individual following a search and recovery operation in the Cumberland River near the Cordell Hull Bridge in Smith County on Tuesday. According to officials, the incident began earlier in the day when...
USDA Names Local Trump Administration Appointee to the Tennessee Farm Service Agency State Committee
Congratulations to George McDonald Catesa Farms LLC on his appointment as Chair of the Tennessee USDA Farm Service Agency state committee. George is a former Chairman of the Tennessee Corn Promotion Board. He will bring extensive experience in row crops and specialty...
‘YES ON 2’ Launches to Support Constitutional Amendment to Ban State Property Tax
A coalition that includes the Tennessee Farm Bureau, Tennessee Realtors, and Tennessee Chamber of Commerce officially announced today the launch of Yes on 2, the single measure committee to pass a constitutional amendment banning a state property tax. Governor Bill...
Children’s Story Time
Join Ms. Ayryka and Ms. Wanda for Storytime! Did you know that February is DENTAL HEALTH MONTH? Casey J Owen Family Dentistry will be joining us to share some important information about dental health! We will also be doing an activity, demonstration, songs and...
Smith County Chamber Corner Show – February 2026
Check out the February 2026 edition of the Smith County Chamber Corner Show! This month’s show features local businesses, community organization and events going on in and around Smith County. If you would like to promote your event or local business on the...
Chocolate Lovers Invited to Smith County FCE Chocolate Extravaganza Feb. 13
Chocolate lovers will have a sweet opportunity to indulge while supporting local youth at the upcoming Smith County FCE Chocolate Extravaganza on Friday, February 13, 2026. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or until items sell out, at the Smith...
U.S. Representative John Rose Announces February 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 February. During the local office hours, district...
Leftover 2026 Spring Turkey WMA Hunt Permits are Available
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is announcing that leftover permits are now available on a first-come, first-served basis for 2026 Wildlife Management Area (WMA) spring turkey quota hunts. The leftover permits are located on Chickasaw State...
The Great Pages Circles is coming to Gordonsville TN
Gordonsville, TN - Get Ready for the Ultimate Circus Adventure! Mark your calendars because The Great Pages Circus is rolling into town February 27 and you won’t want to miss this action-packed spectacle! Skip the line—grab your tickets online now! pagescircus.com...
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