Smith County News Headlines
Smith County Men’s Soccer back in action for 2025
The Smith County Men's Soccer team is back for the 2025 season. Led by Head Coach Wesley Kemp, Assistant Coach Nicholus Bussell and the newest edition of Coach Jason Alexander, this season promises to be full of success and growth. The season home opener...
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Seizure in Smith County
Randi Dodd A routine traffic stop in Smith County on January 19, 2025, led to the arrest of a woman found in possession of methamphetamine and marijuana. K-9 Deputy Brady Dodson stopped a black Nissan Versa for expired registration. Upon approaching the vehicle, the...
Expired Registration Leads to Fentanyl, Cocaine Arrest in Smith County
Kayla Barger A routine traffic stop in Smith County led to the arrest of a woman in possession of fentanyl and cocaine on January 16, 2025. Sgt. Junior Fields of the Smith County Sheriff's Office stopped a gray Ford Edge after a registration check revealed it was...
Citizens Bank Rated 5-Stars for Over 36 Years
Carthage, Tennessee - March 2025: Citizens Bank, Carthage, TN proudly acknowledges that it has, once again, received a 5-Star Superior rating from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. A 5-Star Superior rating indicates that Citizens Bank is one of...
Weight Watchers Support Group in Carthage
Have you thought about losing weight and struggling trying to decide where to start. Get support beyond the scale. Join WW for support, accountability, & a sense of belonging. WW is proven to help you lose weight & keep it off. Carthage has a Weight Watchers...
Get Ready to Rock at Carthage’s 1960s-Style Sock Hop
Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! Carthage is set to take a nostalgic trip back to the 1960s with a fun-filled Sock Hop at The Spot on Friday, March 21, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. The event, titled "Shake, Rattle, and Dance!!", promises an evening...
Animal Neglect Investigation Leads to Rescue of Twelve Dogs in Smith County
Authorities in Smith County rescued twelve dogs following an animal neglect investigation that began earlier in January. On January 7, 2025, Deputy Andrew Burleson responded to a property on Holmes Gap Road after receiving reports of dogs running loose. Upon arrival,...
UT Extension News: Onions
Now is the ideal time to plant onions in Tennessee. Onions are a cool season crop and prefer growing when the temperatures are cooler in the spring. They can pretty much be eaten throughout their entire growing process from the green leafy stage until they form a...
March 17 Deadline Nearing fro Tennessee Wildlife 2025-26 Calendar Photo Contest
The March 17 deadline for entry into the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 2025-26 photo contest for publication in the Tennessee Wildlife annual calendar is quickly approaching. All interested photographers are invited to submit up to 10 of their best photos on...
The Smith County Amateur Radio Club Hosts Monthly Meeting
The Smith County Amateur Radio Club will hold its next meeting on Monday, March 17, at 6:00 PM at the Chamber of Commerce. This month’s presentation, “Soldering Circuit Boards,” will provide attendees with valuable insights into the techniques and skills needed for...
Smith County Humane Hosts Pancake Breakfast & Benefit Auction to Support Animals in Need
Animal lovers in Smith County have a great reason to come together for a cause this April! The Smith County Humane Benefit Auction and Pancakes for Paws Breakfast will take place on Saturday, April 5th, at the Smith County Ag Center in Carthage. These events aim to...
Wildwood Resort & Marina Hosts Free Family Fun Day on March 15, 2025
Mark your calendars for a great day of family-friendly fun! Wildwood Resort & Marina is hosting a Family Fun Day on March 15, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM, promising an afternoon packed with laughter, activities, and entertainment—all for FREE! This exciting spring...
Social Security Announces Expedited Retroactive Payments and Higher Monthly Benefits for Millions
The Social Security Administration announced it is immediately beginning to pay retroactive benefits and will increase monthly benefit payments to people whose benefits have been affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)....
Blood Drive at Smith County Chamber of Commerce Monday, March 3, 2025
Plan to give blood at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce – Community Room on Monday, March 3, 2025 from 12-6 p.m., 939 Upper Ferry Road, Carthage, TN. You can schedule your appointment by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering sponsor code Carthage19. Your...
Second Harvest Mobile Food Truck Wednesday, February 26th
The Second Harvest Food Truck will be at the Smith County Agriculture Center on Wednesday, February 26th. The truck generally arrives at 10 a.m. Volunteers work to unload the truck and get the food ready for pick-up shortly after. Food is distributed until it is gone....
Fishing Regulations Set, Outgoing Commissioners Honored, New Officers Elected
NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission voted on the 2025-26 Sport Fish and Commercial Fishing proclamations at its February 20-21 meeting which concluded Friday at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Ray Bell Building. It was also the final...
New 2024 Collectible Waterfowl Stamp available through TWRA
NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is taking orders for the collectible state waterfowl stamp that is produced annually and sold for habitat improvement. The Best of Show painting from the 2024 Tennessee Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest is now...
Smith County Republican Party Elects New Executive Board
On Tuesday, February 18th, the Smith County Republican Party met at the Chamber of Commerce for Party re-organization and elections. The 2025-2027 Executive Board was duly elected as listed: Chairman, Jon HenryVice-Chairwoman, Amanda MasonSecretary- Lisa MossVice...
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