Smith County News Headlines
2nd Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser Benefiting the Smith County Pregnancy Help Center Saturday April 23, 2022
The Pregnancy Help Center will host its 2nd Annual Carryout Fish Fry, on Saturday, April 23rd from 4-6pm at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce. Meals include: Fried catfish, french fries, hush puppies, coleslaw, and white beans. Meals can be picked up the day of the...
Absolute Auction hosted by Heartland on Saturday, April 23rd
Heartland Realty will host an Absolute Auction on Saturday, April 23rd at 11 a.m. at 499 Cookeville Highway in Elmwood TN. The auction will feature a 2 bedroom/1 bath home with 4 out buildings on a .46 acre lot and the contents of the property.
Methamphetamine found in a vehicle after stop for speeding in Alexandria area
Carol D. Cowan On March 14th, K9 Sgt. Ridge Long conducted a traffic stop in the area of Alexandria Highway. Sgt. Long observed the driver, identified as Carol Cowan, behaving erratically while smoking a freshly lit cigarette and searching for the requested...
Social Security Offices will resume in-office service; Online and telephone services may still be a better option
Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of Social Security Administration, recently announced that local Social Security offices will restore in-person services, including for people without an appointment, on April 7, 2022. To avoid waiting in line, I strongly encourage...
Smith County Weather Report: April 15, 2022
By Steve Norris - Your Easter weekend is looking partly cloudy with hit-and-miss showers possible and maybe a thundershower with high temperatures in the low 70s on Saturday and low 60s on Sunday. Easter sunrise is 6:11 and you know the date of Easter varies...
I40 traffic stop leads to multiple drug charges
Loren Blaine Davis A vehicle traveling west on I40 was stopped by Sgt. Long at mile marker 258 (Gordonsville off ramp) on March 29th. The stop was initiated due to the vehicle being registered to an owner with a suspended license. Sgt. Long approached the vehicle and...
Gordonsville Events Committee Inaugural Easter Egg Hunt a Big Success
The First Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Gordonsville Events Committee was a big success. Approximately 120 children and their families braved the chilly weather on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Thousands of eggs were spread across the lawn at Ivy Agee Park in...
Carthage Market Fest continues to grow and has high hopes for the Fall Event
The cooler weather had an impact on attendance at the Town of Carthage Spring Market Fest this past Saturday, April 9th, but visitors enjoyed some tasty treats prepared by the Wilson County Cast Iron Community. The Community of Cast Iron enthusiasts share a passion...
Traffic stop for expired tag leads to the discovery of over a pound of marijuana
Eugene Minor On March 17th, Sgt. Fields initiated a traffic stop on a black Lincoln LS due to an expired tag. After further investigation it became obvious that 2021 expired tags had been altered by adding a 2022 sticker. Gordonsville Police Officer Dustin Holder also...
April 2022 Meeting of the Smith County Commission
The Smith County Commission held its March meeting on the evening of Monday, April 11, 2022. You can watch the full meeting below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KoRcjlUO8Qw
Michael Hale announces candidacy for State Representative in the 40th District; Campaign kickoff event set for April 16
Michael Hale Press Release: Conservative DeKalb County businessman and farmer Michael Hale officially filed his petition and will be a candidate in the Republican Primary for the Tennessee House of Representatives in House District 40. House District 40 consists of...
19 candidates attended the Smith County Insider Candidate Forum held on April 12, 2022
On Tuesday, April 12, 2022, Smith County Insider held a Candidate Forum prior to the May 3 primary election. The event was held at the Rose Building in Carthage and was co-hosted by Smith County Insider and the Smith County Chamber of Commerce. The Waggoner Building...
CADCA National Coalition Training Completed by SCDPC Staff
Tammy London, Executive Director of the Smith County Drug Prevention Coalition and Donoven Darshawn Rice, Youth Prevention Coordinator recently completed the CADCA National Institute Training. The mission of the Institute is to increase the knowledge, capacity, and...
Night of the Candidates public speaking forum at the River Point Ranch
Republican candidates gathered for the Night of the Candidates public speaking forum at the River Point Ranch hosted by the Smith County Republican Party on Sunday, April 5th. The Republican Primary will be May 3, 2022. Night of the Candidates participants included...
Smith County Chamber Corner Show – April 2022
Check out the April 2022 edition of the Smith County Chamber Corner Show! This month’s show features updates from events going on in and around Smith County. If you would like to promote your event or local business on the Smith County Chamber Corner Show, contact the...
April 2022 Meeting of the Carthage City Council
The Carthage City Council held its monthly meeting on Thursday, April 7th, 2022, at 6:00 pm. Several items were discussed. Watch the full meeting below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2lnfQ9lK28
Buckley’s Military Surplus Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Rick Garrels, Tri Star Land Improvement, Jeff Mason,Smith County Mayor, Bill Woodard, Smith County Chamber of Commerce, Darin Buckley, owner of Buckley's Military Surplus, Janice Renfro, Darin Buckley, Jr., Vicky Nicely, Anthony Apple, Citizens Bank and Joseph Reeves,...
Tyler McChurch Memorial Tournament Monday, May 23rd
D.T. McCall & Sons participates as a major sponsor and promoter for the Tyler McChurch Memorial Golf Tournament that directly benefits the middle Tennessee area in incredible ways. The tournament will be held on Monday, May 23rd at Pine Creek Golf Course in...
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