Smith County News Headlines
Santa’s Shoppers gears up for another great year of giving in 2024
Sheriff Hopper helps a family shop at Santa Shoppers event Over the past decade, Santa’s Shoppers in Smith County has positively impacted over a thousand children. Each year, the program raises thousands of dollars thanks to the generous support of the community,...
Traffic Stop on I-40 Leads to Drug and Cash Seizure; Suspect Arrested
Moad Naaman Saleh Aljuhaim. On September 16th, a routine traffic stop on Interstate 40 eastbound near mile marker 260 resulted in a significant drug and cash seizure early Friday morning, leading to the arrest of Moad Naaman Saleh Aljuhaim. The incident began when...
Commodities Distribution Tuesday, November 19th
The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) will hold a commodities distribution for Smith County on Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 9 until 11 a.m. at the Smith County Agricultural Center. Sign-up will be available at the distribution site. The Upper Cumberland Human...
The Smith County Owls and Lady Owls Soccer Alumni Game 2024
The Smith County High School Soccer programs came together for a Co-Ed Alumni Game on Saturday October 26. The programs started in 2002 and 2003 and there were a few alumni from a decade back in attendance. Close to 25 former players showed up, not all to play, but...
TWRA News: Comment Period Open for December Rulemaking Hearing
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is accepting public comments on regulations governing license and permit fees, boating certificates, migratory bird hunting, refuges, wildlife management areas, and public hunting areas. Written comments will be accepted through...
Cordell Hull Lake Shoreline Clean-up November 9th
The lake shoreline clean-up for Cordell Hull will be held on Saturday, November 9th from 9 a.m. - Noon at the Roaring Rier Park 10417 Dodson Highway in Gainsboro TN. Morning refreshments and lunch at Noon provided by the Friends of Cordell Hull Lake! The Annual...
Scare Away Breast Cancer at Highpoint Health Riverview
Highpoint Health Review with Ascension Saith Thomas will host "Scare Away Breast Cancer" event on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 158 Hospital Drive, Carthage, TN. At this event you can get your annual screening mammogram. There is not appointment necessary. The walk-in...
Applications now open for Farm Credit mid-America scholarship programs
Farm Credit Mid-America is now accepting applications for its Customer Scholarships and Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars Program. Over the past decade, Farm Credit Mid-America has awarded more than $2 million in financial and educational support to deserving students...
Trick or Treat Trail in Carthage
Hometown Halloween is hoping to increase the Halloween experience for all the little candy goblins!! We have seen an increased nostalgia for traditional trick-or-treating and hope to provide a guide to families searching for the best route to travel for trick - or...
Smith County Lady Owls Soccer Region 3 Runner-up 2024
The Smith County Lady Owls soccer team returned to action at home on October 15th, hosting the Region 3 semifinals against White House Heritage. Having faced the same opponent last year in a memorable match, this year's game was anticipated to be equally special. It...
Singer Songwriter Festival – A Fundraiser for the Friends of Cordell Hull Lake
Friends of Cordell Hull Lake are proud to announce the“ 2024 Singer Songwriter Festival” with Wildwood Resort and Marina. This fundraising musical night will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 3:00 – 9:30 p.m. FOCHL is honored to be the beneficiary of this...
Tennessee Tech celebrates National Transfer Student Week with waived application fee
Tennessee Tech students spend time on Centennial Plaza COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Tennessee Tech University is recognizing National Transfer Student Week, held from Oct. 21 – 25, by waiving spring 2025 and fall 2025 application fees for domestic undergraduate transfer...
18th Annual Chad’s Run – Saturday November 2, 2024
The first Saturday in November has become a highlight on the calendar and a busy morning on the campus of Gordonsville High School, as it marks the annual Chad’s Run 5K. This spirited event draws participants and supporters from all corners of the community, filling...
First Annual Go Kit Challenge hosted by Smith County Amateur Radio Emergency Services
Larry Puhl (N9CB) of Smith County Amateur Radio Club (found on Facebook) is presented with the Most Portable People’s Choice award by Michael Yeargin, Smith County ARES Emergency Coordinator The Smith County Amateur Radio Emergency Services held its first annual Go...
William Walton Harvest Festival this Saturday, October 26, 2024
Join us for the William Walton Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 28, 2024! This exciting event promises a full day of fun, entertainment perfect for families and friends alike. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Historic Smith County Courthouse will come alive with the...
4-H News – Susanna Clouse Begins as the New Smith County TSU 4-H Agent
Susanna Clouse - TSU Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development by Susanna Clouse, TSU Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development Hello, everyone! My name is Susanna Clouse, and I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself to the readers of the Smith County Insider....
Citizen’s Bank Celebrates 95 years Oct 21-26
Join us next week at Citizens Bank as we celebrate a remarkable milestone: turning 95 years old on October 26, 2024! We invite you to participate in a week-long series of activities planned at each of our branches, showcasing our commitment to our customers and...
Food for Thought – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is something I am passionate about as my mother lost her battle to breast cancer at an early age. October is a great time to raise awareness of the disease. Check out the following facts to learn more about the disease. ·...
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