The Smith County Sheriff’s Office is urgently seeking assistance in locating two young boys, Xavier Brown, 12, and Connor Lynch, 10. The boys were last seen in the Brush Creek area of Smith County around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 18th. Brush Creek is an...

Tennessee placed third among 10 states that competed in the 44th annual National 4-H Forestry Invitational from Sunday July 21 through Wednesday July 24. The invitational was held at West Virginia University Jackson’s Mill State 4-H Camp and Conference Center near...

When I think of fall, I think of vibrant orange, yellow, and green leaves, pumpkin recipes, and of course a new school year for children! As children return to school, there are some basic safety tips we can all follow to ensure the safety of students as they travel...

The Smith County Playhouse will host auditions for the "Best Christmas Pageant Ever" Click on the link below to sign up for an audition time. Be sure to arrive about 15 minutes before your audition time to fill out your audition form. Auditions are September 9 and 10...

Check out the August 2024 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...

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is welcoming comments for its 2025-26 fishing regulations. This is an opportunity for the public to share ideas and concerns about fishing regulations with TWRA staff. TWRA Fisheries personnel use a variety of techniques...

On August 12, 2024, the County Commission approved an appropriation of $38.1M for the Board of Education. An appropriation refers to the specific allocation of funds designated for a particular purpose, as opposed to a budget, which is a broader financial plan...

The Carthage City Council held its monthly meeting on August 8th at 6:00 pm. Several items were discussed. Watch the full meeting below. Thanks to Teresa’s Gifts for sponsoring Smith County Insider’s live broadcast of this meeting. Subscribe to Smith County...

A TBI investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Smith County woman, who faces charges related to the shooting death of her son. At the request of the 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson, TBI agents were requested to investigate the January 30th...

The Spot (Youth and Family Resource) recently partnered with Brandon Mackey of Carthage Barber Shop to offer free haircuts to children as they started the new school year. Carthage Barbershop is located at 104 Main Street in Carthage. The Spot loves to partner with...

Williams Ag Lime is owned and operated by Jon Williams, Smith County Native. He offers Agricultural Lime Spreading by the ton, using a semi truck setup with a spreader bed and GPS system. Services are offered through out Smith County and surrounding areas. Williams...

Dale Grandstaff, TWRA Colonel Dale Grandstaff has been named Colonel of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. He will be responsible for the coordination of TWRA’s statewide law enforcement programs. A 26-year veteran of the Agency, Grandstaff assumed his new role...