Smith County News Headlines
UT Extension News – Agriculture Exhibits at the Smith County Fair
by Katie Martin, Smith County Extension Agent “The Fair on the River” is coming up July 1- July 6 on the grounds surrounding the Smith County Ag Center. Whether you are young or just young at heart, there is something for you at the Smith County Fair. From the...
Cordell Hull Bridge Closed for Regular Inspection
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will be closing the Cordell Hull Bridge in Smith County next week for its annual inspection. Due to the age and condition of the steel members, the bridge’s superstructure must be inspected each...
Smith County natives help lead “SOAR” at Tennessee Tech
Kensea Skelton Lexie Western COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - Two Smith County natives will help lead Tennessee Tech University’s annual Student Orientation Advisement and Registration (SOAR) sessions this summer as part of the new class of student orientation assistants. Kensea...
Upper Cumberland Weather hosts ‘Twister’ movie night in Pleasant Shade
On the evening of Saturday, June 22nd, Upper Cumberland Weather will host a showing of the iconic 1996 film "Twister". Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to mark their calendars and get ready for a night filled with thrills, nostalgia, and community spirit....
Defeated Creek Marina Fireworks on July 4th
Defeated Creek Marina and Campground will host an Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 4th. Live Music will play from 6- 9:30 p.m. A Shrimp Boil will begin at 6 p.m. A Fireworks display will conclude the evening at 9:30 p.m. Food Trucks, vendors, bounce...
June 2024 Meeting of the Carthage City Council
The Carthage City Council held its monthly meeting on June 6th 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...
Tennessee Tech launches online American Sign Language dual enrollment courses
A view of the Volpe Library on Tennessee Tech’s campus. Dual enrollment students at Tech enjoy free access to campus resources, including the library. COOKEVILLE, Tenn. - High school students looking to expand their horizons, satisfy a foreign language requirement and...
Smith County Playhouse Presents: Disney The Lion King Jr.
Tickets for our performance of Disney The Lion King Jr. are on sale NOW! Click the link to purchase tickets: smithcounty.booktix.com Dates are June 28 and 29 at 7 PM and June 30 at 2:30. Tickets can be bought online or at the door. Please come out, bring the whole...
Power Up Your Career with UCEMC – Local People Local Power
Join our Dynamic Team as a Staking Technician at UCEMC! Are you ready to power up your career? Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC)is on the lookout for a dedicated, forward-thinking and service-minded Human Resources Director tojoin our thriving...
Food for Thought – 2024 Fair News
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...
4-H News: Smith County Places 2nd in State at Tennessee 4-H Wildlife Judging Contest
L to R: Carson Meeks – Coach, Gabe Harville, Owen Meeks, Easton Bibbings, and Rachel Petty – 4-H Agent. (Not Pictured: Emmy Bibbings) Four of our Senior High 4-H’ers spent June 5th & 6th at the Catoosa Wildlife Management Area in Crossville, Tennessee, as they...
2024 Smith County Fair Schedule of Events
https://youtu.be/nNQ5Wsn4woc?si=6_PQyIWjvxWEWAgm This year’s Smith County Fair on the River will be held July 1 -6 2024. You can check out the complete schedule of events below or at https://smithcountyfairtn.com/ or the Fair Facebook page. You don’t want to miss...
Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening Magnolia Health & Wellness June 11, 2024
Magnolia Health and Wellness recently celebrated their Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting provided by the Smith County Chamber of Commerce. Magnolia Health & Wellness is a boutique medical clinic born out of the idea of bringing big city...
Heartland Real Estate hosts online absolute auction 154 Church Avenue, Watertown
Heartland Real Estate will host an online absolute auction 154 Church Avenue, Watertown. Viewing date June 20, 2024. Bidding ends on Thursday, June 27th, 10 a.m. Pick up date is June 28th, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The online auction will feature a 2 bedroom, 1 bath brick home...
June 10, 2024 – Special Called Meeting Smith County Board of Education
On Monday, June 10, 2024, the Smith County Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss the budget, county legal representation and other agenda items. You can watch the meeting below: https://youtu.be/Wn1__XWtEhA?si=UsHpySiZy38a93yb Thanks to Teresa Gifts or...
June 2024 Meeting of the Gordonsville City Council
The Gordonsville City Council held its monthly meeting on Monday, June 10, 2024 You can watch the full council meeting below. https://youtu.be/lIWCq-5MVqE?si=d5hofbfm84BSH-o8 Thanks to Teresa’s Gifts for sponsoring Smith County Insider’s live broadcast of this...
2024 Smith County Youth Soccer Skills Camp
The 2024 Smith County Youth Soccer Skills Camp took place on June 4, 6 & 7. This was the biggest and best camp to date with 113 campers in attendance. The high school soccer coaching staff: Nicholus Bussell, Wesley Kemp, Lisa Reece, Shyenne Newton and Mallory...
Save the Date: 2024 Community Kidz Choir Camp
Save the date for the 2024 Community Kidz Choir Camp on July 15th-19th and the community worship service on Saturday, July 20th. More information will be coming next month! Since this camp is transitioning to a community effort, the event requires adult volunteers to...
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