Smith County News Headlines
2026 Spring Squirrel Hunting Season to Open May 9
NASHVILLE --- Tennessee’s 2026 spring hunting season for gray, fox and red squirrels opens Saturday, May 9, and will continue through Sunday, June 14. The daily bag limit is 10, the same for the fall/winter squirrel season, which is held from late August until...
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate John Rose to Kickoff Tennessee True Tour in Cookeville
WHO: John Rose, Republican Candidate for Governor WHEN: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT WHERE: Lazy G Ranch 6070 Dodson Branch Road, Cookeville, TN 38501 COOKEVILLE, TN – Congressman John Rose (TN-06, R), Republican...
TWRA, Tennessee State Parks Partner with Paddlesports Leader to Offer Affordable “Kayaking 101” Classes to Launch Safe Boating Week
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and Tennessee State Parks are teaming with paddlesports leaders across the state to offer low-cost beginner kayaking classes Saturday, May 16, which kicks off National Safe Boating Week. Now in its fifth year, the...
Governor Bill Lee Attends Upper Cumberland Chamber Executive Association Meeting in Crossville
The Upper Cumberland Chamber Executive Association (UCCEA) held its latest meeting on April 29 in Crossville, bringing together regional leaders and economic development professionals from across the Upper Cumberland. A highlight of the meeting was the attendance of...
Maintenance to Close Exit Ramps to Smith County Rest Area
Nashville, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct ramp closures on Interstate 40 in Smith County. Beginning April 28, through April 29, crews will conduct a full closure of the eastbound exit ramp to the Smith County Rest area at mile...
Everything Computers Brings 21 Years of Trusted Tech Service to Smith County
For more than two decades, Everything Computers has been a reliable name in technology services across Smith County, offering personalized solutions backed by experience, efficiency, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Owned and operated by Michael McClure,...
Carthage Junction Depot features “Quilted Memories”
On Saturday, May 2 Carthage Junction Depot invites you to the Quilted Memories exhibit of handmade quilts with heartfelt stories. Quilts on display are shared with us by Lesa Manning, Shane Smith, Lisa Ingram, Tabatha Edwards, Ted Edinger, Anne Ramsey,...
Smith County Animal Clinic to host Veterinary Outreach Day
Smith County Animal Clinic is hosting a Veterinary Outreach Day designed to support local pet families with accessible, high-quality care. Taking place on May 22 at their location on Ervin Drive in Carthage, Tennessee, the event offers free checkups and vaccinations...
Food for Thought – Rally
Our Smith County Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs had their annual Rally on April 18th. This year’s theme was “FCE-Helping to Build America’s Families.” Thanks to everyone who attended and helped prepare for this event. Sixty-two members and guests...
Popular Tennessee Fisheries Program (TARP) Reaches 10,000 Milestone
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s (TWRA) popular Tennessee Angler Recognition Program (TARP) has reached the 10,000 entry milestone, from anglers who have recorded trophy-sized catches in Volunteer State waters. The historic catch was a sauger,...
Jerri Green Announces Next Round of Statewide Campaign Stops
Lifelong Tennessean and Democrat frontrunner for Governor hits Livingston, Chattanooga, Murfreesboro, Nashville Jerri Green, Memphis City Councilwoman, mom of three, and Democrat frontrunner for Governor of Tennessee, is hitting the road with a new round of...
Upcoming Online Estate Auction
An exciting opportunity for collectors, decorators, and bargain hunters is coming soon with a major online auction hosted by Heartland Real Estate & Auction. This large estate sale, based in Alexandria, features an impressive variety of antiques, collectibles,...
Carthage Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast
The Carthage Rotary Club is serving up a community favorite once again with its 2026 “All-You-Can-Eat” Pancake Breakfast. Set to bring neighbors together over hot, fresh pancakes, the annual event promises a welcoming atmosphere and a delicious way to start the day....
Gordonsville Alumni Game Rescheduled
The Gordonsville Tiger Football Alumni Game has been rescheduled to 5:00 PM on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Turney Ford Field. The event will feature a fun flag football format, giving alumni a chance to reconnect and compete in a safer, relaxed setting. Admission is $5...
GHS Teacher Named Tennessee Tech 2026 High School Educator of the Year
Congratulations to Mr. Anthony Geist for being chosen as the Tennessee Tech 2026 High School Educator of the Year. Mr. Geist will be honored at the 12th Annual College of Education & Human Sciences Education Professional Appreciations Awards Reception, which is...
Free Webinar April 28: Sales Tax Exemptions
The Department of Revenue will host a free webinar on sales tax exemptions on April 28 at 9 a.m. Central time. During this webinar, our staff will provide an overview of Tennessee’s sales tax exemptions and how they apply to businesses across the state. This...
Storybook Trail Ribbon Cutting pix April 16 Noon Carthage Walking Track
Fifty adults and kids attended the Ribbon Cutting and Science Activities for the new Carthage Storybook Trail, a project of the Carthage Rotary Club on Thursday, April 16 at Noon. The kids participated in sending Morse Code messages, tested propulsion with the...
Fish and Wildlife Commission Set 2026-27 Hunting and Trapping Seasons at April Meeting
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission set the state’s 2026-27 hunting and trapping seasons at its two-day April meeting, which concluded Friday at the UT Institute of Agriculture Plant Biotechnology Building. To watch both days of the meeting, visit...
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