Smith County News Headlines
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...
Carthage Benevolent Lodge #14 10th Annual 2 Man Golf Scramble September 6, 2025
The Carthage Benevolent Lodge #14 will be hosting its 9th Annual 2 Man Golf Scramble on September 7, 2024. Proceeds from the scramble will go towards assisting the Carthage Lodge with several charities, including the “Widows and Orphans Fund”, Local Angel Tree...
Food for Thought – FCE in the Community
Smith County Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs are a non-profit organization made up of local men and women who meet monthly. They work to improve home life, their community, and learn leadership skills. Smith County currently has seven clubs and a mailbox...
Senator Bailey and Representative Hale release statements about Trousdale Turner Correctional Facility
State Representative Michael Hale I'm deeply concerned about the recent incident and ongoing issues at Trousdale Turner Correctional Facility. For the safety of inmates, staff, and the public, the state must intervene. I'm joining District Attorney General Jason...
American Legion BBQ Fundraiser & Summer Concert Set for June 21st
The American Legion Post 57 will be hosting a BBQ fundraiser on the lawn of the old courthouse in Downtown Carthage from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The delicious barbecue fundraiser will support local veterans and the community causes sponsored by the American Legion....
John Rose for Governor Campaign Announces Chris Devaney as Campaign Chair
Republican candidate for Governor of Tennessee,Congressman John Rose, has named veteran GOP strategist Chris Devaney as Campaign Chair. Devaney brings decades of experience in Tennessee politics, including serving as Campaign Manager for now-Governor Bill Lee’s...
June 2025 Meeting of the Carthage City Council
https://youtu.be/RK09cT87gPw The Carthage City Council held its monthly meeting on June 5, 2025. Several items were discussed. Watch the full meeting above. Thanks to Teresa’s Gifts for sponsoring Smith County Insider’s live broadcast of this meeting. Subscribe to...
June 2025 Meeting of the Gordonsville City Council
https://youtu.be/9HFOHZHt6ZI The Gordonsville City Council held its monthly meeting on Monday, June 9, 2025. You can watch the full council meeting above. Subscribe to Smith County Insider’s YouTube channel to stay up-to-date on meeting coverage, business...
Smith County Chamber Corner Show – June 2025
Check out the June 2025 edition of the Smith County Chamber Corner Show! This month’s show features local businesses, community organization and events going on in and around Smith County. If you would like to promote your event or local business on the Smith County...
Tennessee Tech vice president for research to serve as interim provost
ohn Liu, vice president for research and professor of biology at Tennessee Tech, was named the university’s interim provost and vice president for academic affairs, effective July 1 Tennessee Tech University announced that Zhanjiang (John) Liu, vice president for...
Trousdale DA Calls for TDOC to Take Over Hartsville Prison
Law enforcement vehicles surround the Trousdale Turner Correctional Center in Hartsville. Multiple agencies were called out on the evening of Sunday, June 8, 2025, to help quell a reported riot among inmates. TROUSDALE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT In the wake of last...
District Attorney Jason Lawson calls for TDOC to take over Hartsville Prison
Press Release from District Attorney Jason Lawson: In the wake of last night’s riot occurring at the Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, the District Attorney for Trousdale County has called for the Tennessee Department of Correction to assume management...
Smith County Sheriff’s Office responds to hostage situation during prison riot at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center
A late-night riot at the Trousdale Turner Correctional Center on Sunday, June 8, led to a large-scale multi-agency response, including assistance from the Smith County Sheriff's Office and its Special Response Team. The incident began shortly after 10 p.m. when the...
Food for Thought – 2025 Fair on the River
The Fair on the River is right around the corner! Any Smith County resident over the age of 18 or current member of a Family and Community Education (FCE) Club may enter items for the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) exhibits. This year, the FCS exhibits will be...
State report: Tennessee Tech boasts highest retention, graduation rates among LGIs
Students walk along Tennessee Tech’s main quad. Robert and Gloria Bell Hall, home to Tech’s Whitson-Hester School of Nursing, is seen in the background. Tennessee Tech University is home to the highest freshmen retention rate, highest four-year graduation rate and...
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