Smith County News Headlines
SC Lady Owls Soccer 2023 District Champions
SC Lady Owls Soccer Team District 5A Champions The Smith County Lady Owls Soccer Team hosted the 5A District Tournament. Tuesday, October 10 the Semi-finals included a game between Jackson County and Cannon County in which Cannon won 8-0, sending Cannon County...
6 Horses removed from owner who was charged with animal cruelty
Charles Massey On September 12th, 2023 Sergeant Matt White was notified that Wes Montooth with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture had inspected the horses owned Charles Massey. Additionally, Montooth had observed the horses and performed a body condition...
UT Extension News – Beware Fall Threats in the Pasture
Smith County Agriculture News – By Katie Martin, Smith County Extension Agent As Halloween approaches, witches and ghosts aren’t the only things you should be on the lookout for. If you’re a livestock owner, there are several toxic plants that cause problems in the...
Auction and Fish Fry to benefit Smith County foster children this weekend October 21, 2023
On Saturday, October 21, 2023, a Fish Fry and Benefit Auction to benefit foster children in Smith County will be held at the Smith County Ag Center. The Fish Fry will begin at 4:00 p.m. and the Benefit Auction will start promptly at 5:00 p.m. Items for the auction...
October Meeting of 2023 Smith County Commission
The Smith County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on the evening of Monday, October 9, 2023 You can watch the full meeting below. https://youtu.be/YugRPNlppxs?si=3mnndIGme9V4LbIv
Intoxicated Driver Fails Sobriety Test
Juan Alonzo Perez On September 15th, 2023, Sgt. Robbie Woodard, was notified by Sgt. Junior Fields of a vehicle all over the roadway on Interstate 40 westbound. Woodard made contact with the vehicle just before the Gordonsville exit and observed the vehicle to have a...
Smith County History Books Available for Purchase
The Smith County Chamber of Commerce and Smith County Heritage Museum have a limited supply of the Smith County History Books (3rd Reprint). The cost is $125.00 (cash or check). Stop by the museum or the Chamber of Commerce to pick one up. Museum hours: Thr-Sat, 10-2....
2023 Annual Smith County Chamber of Commerce Banquet
2023 Smith County Chamber Board - Executive Vice President, Pat Geho, Executive Director-Secretary, Bill Woodard, Virginia Alexander, Diane Skelton, County Mayor Jeff Mason, Carthage City Mayor Joey Nixon, Chamber President Justin Mauldin, Chamber Vice President...
Forks River Fire Department Community Appreciation Day – October 21, 2023
The Forks River Fire Department will be holding its annual Community Appreciation Day on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. To 3:00 p.m. at the fire hall. There is no charge for the meal, but donations are always greatly appreciated. Hamburgers, hotdogs,...
Smith County Shriner annual paper sale road block fundraiser set for Sunday, October 22
The annual Smith County Shrine Paper Sale roadblock fundraiser will be held on Sunday morning, October 22, 2023 from 8-10:30am. The Paper Sale Road Block will take place in front of the Historic Smith County Courthouse in Carthage, Tenn. The annual event is a benefit...
Chestnut Mound Christian Fellowship Church Trunk or Treat on Tuesday October 31, 2023.
Chestnut Mound Christian Fellowship Church will be hosting a Trunk or Treat on Tuesday October 31, 2023. The event is free and will offer plenty of fun for the whole family from 5-8 p.m. The Church is located at 916 Cookeville Highway in Chestnut Mound, TN.
Cordell Hull Dam and Lock celebrates 50th anniversary
https://youtu.be/AEdBxEflO18?si=ygMpew156W3m2C2p ELMWOOD, Tenn. (Oct. 10, 2023) – Local communities, residents and officials celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Cordell Hull Dam Oct. 7 by paying tribute to residents that were displaced, featuring historical aspects of...
Carthage Market Fest set for October 28, 2023
The Fall Town of Carthage Market Fest will be held Saturday, October 28th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Food vendors, music, crafts and bounce houses are just some of the activities planned. Bring the family for an afternoon of fun at the Carthage City Park and Walking Track,...
Santa’s Shoppers excited to offer a happy holiday to Smith County Children in 2023
Over 1200 children have benefited from Santa's Shoppers in Smith County since it began nine years ago. Thousands of dollars are raised each year thanks to the very generous support of the community, individuals and area businesses. Officers from the Tennessee Highway...
UT Extension News – Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program — Spotted Lanternfly
Smith County Agriculture News – By Katie Martin, Smith County Extension Agent If you caught the news last week, you may have heard about the confirmed detection of a Spotted Lanternfly in Davidson County. Spotted Lanternflies are an invasive insect that was first...
Food for Thought – Halloween Safety
My little “dinosaur” is ready for Halloween. My husband and I are so excited about taking our daughter Trick-or-Treating for the first time. Candy and treats are a big part of Halloween fun and the FDA has some safety tips to remember before Trick-or-Treating. · Do...
Smith County Chamber Corner Show – October 2023
Check out the October 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...
Tennessee Tech physics department to host Oct. 14 eclipse watch party
Tech students, faculty, staff and community members came together to view the 2017 eclipse at a watch party on Tech’s campus. COOKEVILLE, TN - The physics department at Tennessee Tech University will host a watch party for the annular solar eclipse on Saturday, Oct....
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