Smith County News Headlines
Carthage Junction Depot will host Annual Art Crawl on November 15th
The Carthage Junction Depot will host its yearly Art Crawl on Saturday, November 15. This is a spectacular way to complete your Christmas shopping early with unique, handcrafted goods while supporting local businesses. Local Artists and craftsmen will have pop up...
Smith County Amateur Radio Club to Meet Nov. 17; Go Kit Challenge Set for Dec. 6
The Smith County Amateur Radio Club will hold its next meeting on Monday, November 17 at 6 p.m. at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce, located at 939 Upper Ferry Road. Members and guests are invited to attend as the club discusses plans for its upcoming Go Kit...
TWRA News: Tennessee’s Muzzleloader Season Starts Saturday, November 8
NASHVILLE--- The 2025 statewide muzzleloader/archery season for deer opens in Tennessee on Saturday, Nov. 8, and continues through Friday, Nov. 21, in all six of Tennessee’s Deer Management Units (DMU). The statewide bag limit for antlered deer is two. In Units 1, 2,...
5th Annual Paws-itively Magical Winter Ball
SMITH COUNTY HUMANE'S 2025 ANNUAL GALA Smith County Humane's 5th Annual Paws-itively Magical Winter Ball is taking place on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the National Guard Armory, 101 Transport Drive, Gordonsville, TN 38563. This is their largest event of the year...
Congressman John Rose Visits Those Hit Hardest by Government Shutdown
GALLATIN, TN—On day 37 of the government shutdown, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) continues to hear from concerned constituents, unpaid federal workers, farmers, aspiring homebuyers, and air travelers about the impact the shutdown is having on their lives and...
Smith County Republican Party Announces Annual Christmas Celebration
Carthage, TN— The Smith County Republican Party is pleased to announce its Annual Christmas Party, to be held on Monday, December 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce. This annual gathering provides an opportunity for...
Lunch & Learn – Introduction to Composting
Do you have leaves falling all around your yard? Do you have any leftover food that you are trying to find a use for? Composting might be the answer you are looking for! On Monday, November 17th, UT/TSU Smith County Extension is holding a Lunch & Learn titled,...
Food for Thought – Maintain Don’t Gain
If you are like me, you love the holiday season – time with family and friends, holiday shopping, seasonal decorations, and eating. The holiday season provides an abundance of opportunities for overindulgence. Research suggests the average American gains at least one...
October 2025 Meeting of the Carthage City Council
The Carthage City Council held its monthly meeting on October 2, 2025. Several items were discussed. Watch the full meeting below Thanks to Teresa’s Gifts for sponsoring Smith County Insider’s live broadcast of this meeting. Subscribe to Smith County Insider’s YouTube...
October 2025 Meeting of the Smith County Commission
The Smith County Commission held its meeting on the evening of Monday, October 20, 2025 You can watch the full meeting below. https://youtu.be/BgwmsmE_vCw?si=GArQMSsBLj-po1oU Thanks to Powell & Meadows Insurance Agency for sponsoring the live broadcast of...
October 2025 Meeting of the Smith County Board of Education
The Smith County Board of Education met at 5:00 p.m. on October16, 2025 The live broadcast of this meeting is sponsored by Teresa’s Gifts. Subscribe to Smith County Insider’s YouTube channel to stay up-to-date on meeting coverage, business spotlights,...
BBB of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky Announces 2026 Students of Integrity Scholarships
Applications for the 2026 Students of Integrity Scholarships, proudly sponsored by Asurion and Southwestern Family of Companies are now available. This year, our BBB will award a total of fifteen $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who exemplify ethical...
Willette Volunteer Fire Department to Host 3rd Annual Benefit Coon Hunt for Jude’s Hallelujah Story
The Willette Volunteer Fire Department in Red Boiling Springs, TN, will host the 3rd Annual Benefit Coon Hunt for Jude’s Hallelujah Story on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The event aims to raise funds for young Jude Thayer McCaleb, who was diagnosed with the...
Free Community Lunch Planned at Carthage Full Gospel Church
In response to the recent stoppage of SNAP benefits, Carthage Full Gospel Church is stepping up to help. The church will be hosting a free community lunch on Friday, November 8, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at 109 First Avenue, Carthage. All are welcome to attend...
Community Invited to Free 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Everyone is invited to the 2nd Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Smith County Ag Center. This free event is open to all neighbors, family, and friends, offering a chance to enjoy a delicious meal together and...
Carthage to Celebrate 226th Christmas on the Town Square with Hometown Parade & Festivities
The Town of Carthage invites you to gather for the annual Hometown Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 7th at 4:30 PM, marking the 226th Christmas since our founding. This beloved holiday tradition brings us together for an evening of music, lights, and cheer...
Veterans of Smith County to Host 2025 Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 9th
The Veterans of Smith County invite everyone to come out and show their support during the 2025 Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 9th, in Carthage, Tennessee. The parade will begin at 2:00 p.m. and will feature local school bands, Scouting youth, emergency...
Community Lakeshore Cleanup
The Friends of Cordell Hull Lake, in partnership with the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Keep Smith County Beautiful, and the Cordell Hull Lake Community, would like to invite you for an exciting lakeshore cleanup day. On November 15th, please lend a hand to...
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