Smith County News Headlines
District Attorney Lawson selected to lead key prosecutors
District Attorney Jason Lawson Tennessee prosecutors are turning to a familiar face to set the example for State District Attorneys. At the annual meeting last week, the Tennessee District Attorney Generals Conference selected local District Attorney General Jason...
Failure to stop at an intersection leads to discovery of drugs under the hood of the vehicle
Johnathan Kyle Hudson On June 8, 2022 Sgt. Matt Williams executed a traffic stop at the intersection of Gordonsville Highway and Main Street South when a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder failed to stop at the stop sign. Consent to search the vehicle was given by the driver of...
Proclamation honoring Jacky Carver, Sr. as Fire Chief Emeritus presented at the June Commission Meeting
On Monday night, June 13, at the special called meeting of the Smith County Commission a resolution was passed appointing Jacky Carver, Sr. as Smith County Fire Chief Emeritus. Jacky Carver, Sr. was presented the award by Smith County Mayor Jeff Mason. A copy of the...
Cordell Hull Bridge reopens following inspection
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Crews with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) reopened the Cordell Hull Bridge this afternoon, June 21. The bridge was deemed safe for travel at its current weight limit of 28 tons after minor repairs were made. Last week, inspectors...
2022 River City Ball raised money for American Legion Post 57
The River City Ball was held on Saturday, May 7th at Catesa Farms. Each year, The River City Ball committee chooses an organization to benefit through an application and presentation process. The purpose is to rotate the cause each year to help organizations grow, not...
From the desk of Smith County Mayor Jeff Mason; 2022-2023 Budget Plan
Submitted by Smith County Mayor, Jeff Mason. I wanted to update the citizens on the budget plans we have worked on this Spring. Each year, we begin internally discussing budgets in January and February. Budget work sheets are sent to elected officials and department...
‘Raising for the Roof’ a weekend full of concerts at the Pleasant Shade Community Center set for June 24-26; Performances by Beatles4Sale, Good Rockin’ Tonight, and the Luggnutts
Shade Tree Presents is hosting a weekend full of concerts at the Pleasant Shade Community Center on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - June 24-26, 2022. Starting on Friday, June 24, "Beatles4Sale", a Beatles Tribute Band, is set to perform at 7:00pm - doors open at...
Production Company films a Commercial at Carthage City Pool
The Carthage City Pool was the focal point and scene for filming a commercial for Moon Pie. The pool was closed to the public on Monday, June 6th. However, it was reported by the Mayor, Sarah Marie Smith, Town of Carthage that over 80 people from all around Tennessee,...
TDOT says Cordell Hull Bridge could reopen as soon as next week; further evaluation reveals no cracks
TDOT released the following press release on Friday afternoon, June 17, around 3pm. NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Upon further evaluation and testing of the Cordell Hull Bridge in Smith County, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has concluded what appeared to be a...
Smith County Weather Report: June 17, 2022
By Steve Norris – Temperatures have hit the upper 90s this week but a cold front is going to slide through and bring our highs down into the upper 80s for the weekend with lows around 62. The heat wave is going to make a triumphant return next week when we could see...
Pregnancy Help Center Open House
The Pregnancy Help Center will host an Open House on Friday, June 24th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 108 College Avenue W. Carthage, TN. The Pregnancy Help Center offers free and confidential life affirming, compassionate care to women, men and children who face pregnancy...
Rod Harkleroad Named CEO of Sumner Regional Medical Center and Market President of HighPoint Health System
Ron Harkleroad Sumner Regional Medical Center (SRMC) announced today that Rod Harkleroad, RN has been named its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective July 11. Harkleroad will also serve as market president of HighPoint Health System (HighPoint), which includes...
Information is available for parents/caregivers to find safe infant formula substitutions
The Smith County Department of Health is encouraging parents and caregivers to go to the Tennessee WIC website, https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/fhw/wic.html for important information on the infant formula shortage that is impacting many people in our...
Special Called Meeting of the Smith County Commission – June 13, 2022
The Smith County Commission held a Special Called meeting on the evening of Monday, June 13, 2022. You can watch the full meeting below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wONFr1r2I2I
June 2022 Meeting of the Gordonsville City Council
The Gordonsville City Council held its monthly meeting on Monday June 13, 2022.You can watch the full council meeting below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kyE0Iw3e3k
2nd Annual Fred Keith Memorial Ride and Poker Run
The Caney Fork CMT/ABATE will sponsor the 2nd Annual Fred Keith Memorial Ride and Poker Run this Saturday, June 18th, 2022. Registration will be 8-8:45 a.m. at the Veterans Hall, 222 Main Street, Carthage. The ride will start at 9 a.m. All vehicles are welcome. Cost...
An Ounce of Prevention: June 2022
Check out the June 2022 edition of “An Ounce of Prevention”, the monthly newsletter from the Smith County Drug Prevention Coalition! Read this month’s newsletter to learn more about Mental Health Awareness Month For more information about the Smith County Drug...
UCEMC offers tips to remain cool in record heat
Hot temperatures across the area are placing additional demands on the power system, and Upper Cumberland EMC and TVA team members are working hard to ensure you remain safe and cool. Until the temperature moderates, residents can help reduce their future power bills...
