Smith County News Headlines
New Scholars Program to Boost Public HealthTalent in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Health is joining tnAchieves, a partner organization of TN Promise, to announce today the creation of an academic scholarship program devoted to building Tennessee’s future public health workforce.The Public Health Academic Bridge Scholars...
Highpoint Health Wound Care – Riverview to Host Open House
Highpoint Health Wound Care – Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas is excited to announce an upcoming Open House event on Tuesday, July 8, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The community is invited to explore the clinic and learn more about the advanced wound care services...
Prison Guard Sentenced to Serve Three Years for Smuggling Drugs
Kyle Buss An Arkansas man has been sentenced to serve three years in prison for smuggling drugs into the Trousdale Turner Correctional Center. On June 20, Judge Brody Kane handed down the sentence to Kyle Buss, 33, after a three-hour sentencing hearing. Buss had been...
TWRA Concludes Spring Trout Stocking in Cosby Creek; Effort Highlights Ongoing Recovery Support Following Hurricane Helene
COSBY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) concluded its spring trout stocking in Cosby Creek on Monday, June 23, 2025, with the support and presence of Tennessee State Representative Jeremy Faison. This trout stocking is part of TWRA’s annual...
PRESS RELEASE: Rep. Rose’s Bill Passes U.S. House, Puts Relief in Reach for Millions of Homebuyers
June 23, 2025 WASHINGTON, DC—On Monday, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) applauded his House colleagues for passing his vital legislation to improve the homebuying process for millions of Americans. H.R.2808, the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, would...
Community KidZ Choir – 19th Annual Summer Music Camp
Community KidZ Choir19th Annual Summer Music CampJuly 14-18, 2025July 19 at 6:00 p.m. “My Own Backyard” Musical Presentation to the Community at the Smith County Ag Center The Community Kidz Choir is celebrating its nineteenth annual music camp for elementary children...
Free BBQ Dinner hosted by For His Glory Ministries
For His Glory invites the community to a delicious free BBQ lunch on Saturday, June 28th from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at lower level of the Library, across from Dominos, located at 215 Main Street, in Carthage, TN. Guests can enjoy a free BBQ with sides. i
TWRA Withdraws License Fee Increase – Legislature Commits to Alternative Funding
NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) appeared before the Joint Government Operations Committee June 18 to present the license fee increase previously approved by the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission (TFWC). After hearing numerous verbal...
Smith County Back-2-School Bash 2025
Smith County, TN – Families across Smith County are invited to celebrate the start of the new school year at the much-anticipated 2025 Back-2-School Bash, set for Saturday, July 19th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce. Organized by the...
Season Long Duck Blind Drawing Application Period Open June 25-July 16
The application period for the 2025-26 season long Waterfowl WMA hunts is open June 25 through July 16. The successful applicants will be notified by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) through email (sent to the email on their account) when the drawing is...
Food for Thought – Headache Awareness
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness month. A primary headache is not due to a core disease. The most common primary headaches are Migraine, Tension, and Cluster headaches. Primary headaches happen more often than secondary headaches, and while painful or...
2nd Annual Gordonsville PLAY Day & Touch-A-Truck set for June 28
https://youtu.be/qoXj42B4OIE The Gordonsville Events Committee and the Gordonsville Police Department are excited to announce the upcoming Gordonsville Play Day & Touch-A-Truck event. This free event will take place on Saturday, June 28th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m....
June 2025 Meeting of the Smith County Commission
The Smith County Commission held its meeting on the evening of Monday, June 9, 2025 You can watch the full meeting below. https://youtu.be/Taema7NTnLE?si=zcDh5uVyccmRo63W Thanks to Powell & Meadows Insurance Agency for sponsoring the live broadcast of this...
Several Indictments Announced Regarding Trousdale Turner Correctional Center
The Trousdale County Grand Jury met earlier this week and returned indictments for crimes occurring at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center. The Grand Jury returned forty-one total indictments relating to the prison. Twelve of these indictments were in connection with...
2025 Smith County Fair schedule of events
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVT71jbxNoo The 2025 Smith County Fair on the River will be held June 30 – July 5, 2025, with some events taking place earlier. You can view the full schedule below or visit smithcountyfair.com or the Fair Facebook page for updates....
Gordonsville Church Hosts “Yee Haw” Celebration June 18–20
GORDONSVILLE, Tenn. — The Gordonsville Church of the Nazarene is inviting the community to a special three-night event titled “Yee Haw: Celebrating God’s Greatest Gift,” taking place June 18 through June 20 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. each evening. Designed for all ages,...
Protect Your Family: TDH Offers Immunizations for School and Seasonal Illnesses
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is reminding families across the state that now is the time to make immunizations a priority. With students on summer break and families enjoying camps, pools, and outdoor fun, this is an ideal time for parents to ensure their...
Art Show on June 21st at Carthage Junction Depot
Saturday, June 21, The Carthage Junction Depot will host a one day exhibit featuring the work of four local artists with very different styles, but with one important thing in common: a love of watercolors. Featured artists include Dana Gillett, Tara Armstrong, Anne...
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