Smith County News Headlines
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...
Food for Thought – Apple News
“An Apple A Day Will Keep the Doctor Away,” or so I have been told. Apples are one of the most popular, flavorful, and healthful fruits grown, according to the U.S. Apple Association. Apple growing is an important industry in America. The pilgrims in the Massachusetts...
Smith County 4-H’ers Have Crafty Fun at Fall Break Sewing Camp
Smith County FCE Volunteer Anne Waggoner Evans teaches 4-H’er De’Sean Kelly to use a sewing machine. by Rachel Petty - UT Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, nine 4-H’ers spent a day of their Fall Break creating some cute fall-themed...
Free Soup and Chili Event Brings Warmth and Fellowship to Carthage
A free community meal will be held in Carthage on November 1, 2025, offering soup, chili, and fellowship for everyone to enjoy. The event will take place underneath the Library on the square in Carthage and is open to all. Everything will be provided at no cost,...
Smith County High Cross Country Heads to State
submitted by Connie Holder The Smith County High School Cross Country team is headed to the TSSAA State Championships once again — marking their fifth consecutive trip to state. Leading the way for the Owls, Tayden Rigsby earned a state berth with an impressive...
Traffic Stop Leads to Marijuana Seizure and Arrest in Gordonsville
GORDONSVILLE, Tenn. (October 18, 2025) — A routine traffic stop on Interstate 40 in Smith County resulted in the discovery of more than 13 ounces of suspected marijuana and the seizure of nearly $3,800 in cash, according to a report from the Gordonsville Police...
SC Lady Owls Soccer Secure first State Tournament Appearance in program history
SC Lady Owls celebrating Sectional win SC Lady Owls celebrating Region Runner up The Smith County Lady Owls hosted the Region semifinals on Tuesday, October 21st vs East Robertson. The Lady Owls won 6-0, moving on to the Region Championship. The Lady Owls...
Smith County Help Center Seeking 2026 Board Members
The Smith County Help Center is now accepting applications for individuals interested in serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Those who feel called to make a difference in the community are encouraged to stop by the Help Center office, located at 318 Main Street in...
Help Restore the View of the Gordonsville Cross
For more than 50 years, the illuminated cross overlooking Gordonsville has stood as a symbol of faith, hope, and community. Originally built in 1968 by longtime Gordonsville resident and Southside Lions Club member Hollis Blair, the 14-foot-tall, 10-foot-wide cross...
Amazing Grace Marketplace set for November 1 in Gordonsville
The community is invited to the Amazing Grace Marketplace on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Gordonsville Christian Fellowship Church, located at 118 East Main Street in Gordonsville. The fall-themed marketplace will feature a variety of...
Make plans to attend the 8th annual Gordonsville Halloween Bash set for October 31, 2025
https://www.youtube.com/embed/TlrvCVAiGSA?feature=oembed The Gordonsville Events Committee will host the annual Gordonsville Halloween Bash from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on FRIDAY, October 31, 2025. The event will take place on East Main Street in Gordonsville. The...
SCHS Cheerleading Fundraiser
The SCHS Cheerleading team invites the community to lace up their running shoes and join the festive fun at this year’s Reindeer Run 5K, a special fundraiser supporting the squad. The event will take place at Crump Paris Park on Saturday, December 6, at 9 a.m. Runners...
Smith County School Board approves 2026-2027 calendar
The Smith County School Board has approved the 2026-2027 School Calendar. Students will return to school after summer break for a half-day on August 5, 2026, marking the start of a new academic year. Fall Break will provide a chance to relax and recharge from October...
Chestnut Mound Christian Fellowship Church Hosts Trunk or Treat Event
Chestnut Mound Christian Fellowship Church invites the community to join them for a family-friendly Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 31, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will take place at the church, located at 916 Cookeville Highway, Chestnut Mound, TN 38552. This...
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