Smith County News Headlines
Online-only auction hosted by Heartland Real Estate and Auction – ending December 5th
Heartland Real Estate and Auction is hosting an online-only auction. This auction contains high quality household goods, tools, furniture and much more. All bidding will take place online. Bidding ends on Tuesday, December 5th at 10 a.m. Purchases will be available...
Riverview Regional Recognized for Performance Leadership by The Chartis Center for Rural Health
Riverview Regional Medical Center (RRMC) has been recognized with a 2023 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality. RRMC was presented with this award as part of National Rural Health Day on November 16. Compiled by the Chartis Center for Rural Health,...
UT Extension News – Thankful for Farmers
Smith County Agriculture News – By Katie Martin, Smith County Extension Agent It is that time of year when we are encouraged to reflect on all the many things we have to be thankful for. As someone involved in agriculture on a daily basis, when I think of what I’m...
Fundraising Event for Emmanuel House at the Pleasant Shade Community Center on Black Friday
Skip the shopping and do some dropping next Friday at Pleasant Shade Community Center! You can drop by participating ina Cornhole tournament or by dropping off household items or toiletries for the Emmanuel House. A cornhole tournament will begin with partner draw at...
Smith County Sheriff K-9 officers receive new body amor
Smith County Sheriff’s Office K9s Braun and Udo have received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Both vests were sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. through the Amazon Smile...
The Order of the Eastern Star donates over 400 stuffed animals to First Responders in Smith County
The members of DeKalb-Smithville #374, The Order of the Eastern Star, have collected over 400 new and gently used stuffed animals from the good neighbors of two counties in Tennessee. They were distributed to the First Responders: the Sheriffs, Police, Ambulance...
2023-24 Gun Hunting Season Opens November 18th
NASHVILLE --- Tennessee’s 2023-24 statewide gun hunting season for deer opens Saturday, Nov. 18. The season traditionally opens each year on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving. During gun season, sportsmen may also use muzzleloaders or archery equipment. The statewide...
2023 Smith County Heritage Museum Christmas Ornaments Now Available For Sale
The Smith County Heritage Museum is decked out for the Christmas Season. Each year, the Smith County Heritage museum releases a collectible Christmas ornament featuring a notable scene or landmark from somewhere in Smith County. This year’s limited edition Christmas...
Masonic Lodge #249 Annual Turkey Sale
The New Middleton Masonic Lodge #249 is hosting their annual Thanksgiving Smoked Turkey Sale! You may order a whole smoked turkey for $50 each. Rack of ribs are also available for $25 each. To order, please call or text James Grimsley at (615)...
BBQ Fundraiser at GHS will benefit the Young Family
A BBQ Fundraiser will be hosted for the Young Family who recently lost their home due to a fire. The BBQ dinner will be held at the Gordonsville High School Foyer and cafeteria beginning at 4 p.m. Advanced tickets are available at Gordonsville Drugs and BB's Bistro....
Farm Credit Mid-America Now Accepting Applications for Scholarship Programs thru December 31st
Louisville, Ky. (November 9, 2023) – Farm Credit Mid-America is now accepting applications for its Customer Scholarship and Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars programs. Children or grandchildren of Farm Credit Mid-America customers as well as college students who plan...
4-H News – 2023 Smith County 4-H Awards Banquet Celebrates Local Youth
Front Row (L to R): Cole White, Josie Harville, Jordyn Swann, Scarlett Hicks, Oakley Lawrence, Haven Brown, Katie Belle Butler, Isaac Ferrell, Colton Wright ; Middle Row (L to R): Erin Hensley, Kynlee Davis, Aubrey Hicks, Millie Stinnett, Charlotte Driver, Tana...
UT Extension News – Composting Dos and Don’ts
Smith County Agriculture News – By Katie Martin, Smith County Extension Agent Backyard composting is a simple way to improve your soil while keeping more waste out of the landfill. Composting is simple in theory, and with a few basic dos and don’ts in mind, you can...
Food for Thought – Daylight Savings Time
“Spring forward, fall back”, time has just changed to give us back the hour we lost in the spring. Do we really get our hour back? Can time change affect our health and sleep? In 1916 Germany adopted Daylight Savings Time (DST) to save energy during World War I. Other...
Coon Hunt Fundraiser for Jude on November 25, 2023
A Benefit Coon Hunt for Jude's Hallelujah Story will be held on November 25th 2023. The cost will be $50 per cast. Each cast will have a chance to win $500. Anyone bringing in a coon will get an additional entry for the $500 cash prize. Sign up between 3-5 p.m. with a...
Smith County Chamber Corner Show – November 2023
Check out the November 2023 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...
Smith County Financial Management Committee holds first meeting
The Smith County Financial Management Committee met on November 2nd, 2023. Over 20 members of the community including board of education members attended the meeting. The Financial Management Committee includes the following: Jeff Mason, Barry Smith, Mickey Barrett,...
Ephraim Rodenbach-New Role Sports Information Director at Smith County High School
Ephraim Rodenbach Smith County High School recently announced that Ephraim Rodenbach was promoted to the very first Sports Information Director through TSSAA. A Sports Information Director (SID) is an assistant to the Athletic Director who is knowledgeable and...
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