Smith County News Headlines
TDHS to Provide Summer Nutrition Initiative Benefits to Eligible Families in Select Counties Starting June 12
NASHVILLE – Today, the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) announced it will provide a $120 one-time payment directly to families in need across 13 counties through the Summer Nutrition Initiative starting Friday, June 12, 2026. The initiative first launched...
Defeated Creek Bluegrass Festival Returns June 12-13
Music lovers, families, and bluegrass fans are invited to gather for a weekend of entertainment and community spirit at the annual Defeated Creek Bluegrass Festival, set for June 12-13, 2026, at 160 Marina Lane, Carthage, TN 37030. This family-friendly event...
Underwood Hometown Realty to sponsor Foam Party at 2026 Gordonsville PLAY Day
Families in Gordonsville are invited to enjoy a day of excitement, learning, and community spirit at the Gordonsville Play Day Touch-A-Truck Event, hosted by the Gordonsville Police Department and the Gordonsville Events Committee. The free event will take place at...
Food for Thought – Avoid Wedding Blues
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue-hopefully planning your wedding does not make you blue. Planning a wedding can be an exciting time for all family members involved. However, it can also be a stressful time as so many decisions have to...
TWRA Reminds Middle Tennesseans that Black Bears are on the Move
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is reminding residents across Middle Tennessee that black bears are on the move this spring and early summer. Several counties have reported black bear sightings in recent weeks, including Hickman, Dickson, Wilson,...
River City Ball Donates Over $35,000 to Local Non-profits and Graduating Seniors
The 8th Annual River City Ball presented by Travorium and hosted at Catesa Farms was held on May 9, 2026. For the fifth year, Catesa Farms has generously hosted the event. As the event continues to grow and gain support, this year over 325 people attended the event in...
Former Carthage pain clinic nurse practitioner convicted on federal drug distribution charges
A federal jury has convicted a former nurse practitioner who worked at a Carthage pain clinic of illegally distributing controlled substances, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Heather Marks, 43, of Murfreesboro, was found guilty Monday in the U.S. District...
Smith County Chamber Honors Leaders, Celebrates Growth at Annual Banquet
The Smith County Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 Annual Membership Meeting and Banquet on Thursday evening May 28, 2026, bringing together community leaders, business owners, and local officials to celebrate accomplishments, recognize leadership, and look ahead to...
Smith County Events Committee Seeks Sponsors for 2026 Back-to-School Bash
The Smith County Events Committee is inviting local businesses, organizations, and community members to become sponsors for the upcoming Smith County Back-to-School Bash, scheduled for July 18, 2026. The annual event is designed to help local students prepare for the...
Yes on 2 Announces Leadership Team Representing All 95 Counties
Yes on 2, the official campaign to ban a state property tax in the Tennessee Constitution, today announced its statewide leadership team. Governor Bill Lee will serve as statewide chairman of the campaign. Regional chairmen include Speaker of the House Cameron...
Joy Story VBS at Carthage Church of Christ
Carthage Church of Christ invites the entire community to Joy Story VBS, June 1–5 at 6:30 p.m. nightly. Open to all ages, birth to adult, this toy-themed Vacation Bible School week is packed with classes, songs, snacks, and puppets! Each night explores what Scripture...
Highpoint Health – Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas Earns ACC Chest Pain Center Re-Certification
CARTHAGE, TN – May 28, 2026 - Highpoint Health – Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas has received renewed national recognition for its ability to promptly evaluate and treat patients with chest pain, ensuring continued access to critical cardiac care for people...
Citizens Bank Named “Best of Bauer Bank” Following 150 Straight 5-Star Ratings
Citizens Bank, Carthage, Tennessee has once again been awarded the highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability from the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. Earning and maintaining this 5-Star rating indicates that Citizens Bank...
TWRA Issues 2026 Memorial Day Holiday Boating Report
For the second consecutive year, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is pleased to report there were no boating-related fatalities over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. The holiday weekend extended from 5 p.m. Friday through midnight Monday and is...
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate John Rose to Visit Smith County on his Tennessee True Tour
Congressman John Rose (TN-06, R), Republican Candidate for Governor, will visit Smith County on his Tennessee True Tour on Friday, May 29th with media availability at the event. Congressman Rose is hosting a series of townhalls across the state to listen to...
Gordonsville Play Day Touch a Truck Event
Families in Gordonsville have an exciting opportunity to kick off summer with a hands-on community event: Play Day Touch-A-Truck. Hosted by the local police department and events committee, this free gathering invites children and adults alike to explore emergency and...
Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC) is seeking an Apparatus Technician
Carthage, TN Full-Time Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC) is seeking an Apparatus Technician to support the testing, maintenance, repair, programming, and troubleshooting of substation, overhead, and underground electrical apparatus. This...
Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation is hiring for Information Technology Manager
Carthage, TN Full-Time Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (UCEMC) is seeking an Information Technology Manager to provide leadership and oversight for the cooperative’s technology systems, infrastructure, cyber security, and long-term technology...
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