Smith County News Headlines
Rep. Rose Stands with Trump Admin for Support of Ft. Campbell Students Impacted by Government Shutdown
COOKEVILLE, TN—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) is standing with the Trump Administration in restoring the ability of Fort Campbell High School students to take part in athletics and other extracurricular activities amid the ongoing government shutdown....
Gordonsville Church of the Nazarene to Host Holiday Festival on November 8
GORDONSVILLE, TN — The holiday spirit is arriving early in Gordonsville as the Gordonsville Church of the Nazarene prepares to host its Holiday Festival on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will take place at 168 E. Main Street and...
Pleasant Shade Community Center Hosts Large Fall Consignment Sale
PLEASANT SHADE, TN — Shoppers and sellers alike will have something to look forward to this fall as the Pleasant Shade Community Center prepares to host its annual Large Fall Consignment Sale. The event will take place over three days, beginning Thursday, October 16,...
September 2025 Meeting of the Smith County Board of Education
The Smith County Board of Education met at 5:00 p.m. on September 9, 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,...
Smith County Among Recipients as Tennessee Distributes $1.3 Million to Support Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squads
Smith County was among several Middle Tennessee communities recognized during a recent ceremony held by the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO). The event celebrated the presentation of more than...
2025 4-H Chick Chain Show & Sale Held at Smith County Ag Center
2025 4-H Chick Chain Grand Champion Charlotte Driver 2025 4-H Chick Chain Reserve Champion Everett West This year’s Annual Smith County 4-H Chick Chain Show & Sale was held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. This event was the culmination of six months of hard work...
Smith County Health Department Offering Free Flu Shots October 21, in Fight Flu ’25 Prevention Campaign
The Smith County Health Department of the Tennessee Department of Health will be providing fee flue shots from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at Crump Paris Park, 132 Gordonsville Highway, Carthage, TN participating in the statewide 2025 Flight...
Santa’s Shoppers Sign up dates
Smith County Sheriff’s Office Santa’s Shoppers Dear Parents- The Smith County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting its annual Christmas program to help assist with Christmas shopping. This event is open to qualified families. All documentation will be verified. If you...
Amateur Radio Club October Meeting
The Smith County Amateur Radio Club will be meeting Monday October 20 at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce at 6PM. Our presentation will focus on the Fox Box, the newest and most comprehensive radio fox hunt transmitter. Anyone is welcome to attend. For...
Empowering the Next Generation: Girls to Women Program Supports Local Teens
Carthage, TN – A new initiative is making waves in the local community by providing a safe, supportive, and empowering space for teen girls to grow, connect, and thrive. The Girls to Women program invites all girls ages 12 to 18 to join a vibrant community focused on...
Generations in Art: The Draper Family Legacy
A unique art exhibition is coming to Carthage Junction Depot on October 11, 2025. This one day event celebrates the creative legacy of one Tennessee family whose artistic talents span generations. The exhibit brings together the works of Wilma Riley Draper, George...
Girl Scouts Celebrate Blessing Boxes and Free Library Boxes
We are proud to announce that 8 Smith County Girl Scouts, with Troop 1019 have placed Blessing boxes and Free Library boxes up around Smith County. The first was Compleated by Cadettes Myla Alsup(Left) and Sarah Beth Anderson(right). This box has a food blessing...
Smith County 4-H’ers Compete in Regional Poultry Judging Contest
Back Row (L to R): Turner Harville, Easton Bibbings, Tana Harville, Everett West, Charlotte Driver, Oakley Lawrence, Josie HarvilleFront Row (L to R): Emmy Bibbings, McCall Kemp, Scarlett Hicks, Aubrey Hicks, Willow Lawrence Throughout the month of September, twelve...
Young Adult Arise Dinner and Fellowship on September 30th
ARISE is a free faith based gathering geared toward young adults (21-35 years old). This free event will be happening at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday 9/30 from 6-9pm. This event will include dinner, spiritual encouragement and fun with a goal to...
McLean convicted of First-Degree Murder
A Wilson County jury has convicted a man of first-degree murder in the slaying of an innocent motorist at a Mt. Juliet marina last year. Adrian McLean, 40, of Jamaica was arrested and charged with first-degree murder of Bailey Gardner and three counts of aggravated...
TWRA Highlights Gov. Bill Lee’s Hunting and Fishing Day Proclamation as Archery Season Approaches for Dear and Turkey
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is highlighting Gov. Bill Lee’s proclamation recognizing National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD), which is observed on Saturday, Sept. 27. NHFD also coincides with the launch of the statewide fall archery season...
Third Annual Glow Walk for Recovery Set for September 25 in South Carthage
The Community Wellness Alliance invites the community to join the Third Annual Glow Walk for Recovery on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rails to Trails walking trail in South Carthage. This free event is held in recognition of National Recovery...
Join Us for National Public Lands Day at Cordell Hull Lake
Lace up your boots and get ready to make a difference! Saturday, September 27, 2025 volunteers will gather at Cordell Hull Lake to celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD), the largest single-day volunteer event for public lands in the United States. This year,...
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