Area News
Winfield Rescinds Zoning Violations
Winfield Rescinds Zoning Violations By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] As local municipalities continue to deal with consequences from the Roberta II landfill dealings and the issues that run parallel, the Town of Winfield once again turned its attention last week to zoning ordinances and previously issued violations. The meeting came with much anticipation,…
Read MoreWest’s Death Leaves Lasting Impression
West’s Death Leaves Lasting Impression By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] With the passing of Larry West last week, Scott County lost one of its most recognizable and influential businesses leaders, whose vision and determination left a lasting imprint across the area. The Huntsville resident, 79, died peacefully at his home on March 8,…
Read MoreOneida Awarded Grants to Support Mission of Arts & Beautification
Oneida Awarded Grants to Support Mission of Arts & Beautification By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] As the nation prepares to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in July, communities across America are finding meaningful ways to celebrate both history and heritage. Oneida is making plans to do…
Read MoreHealth Fair and Reservation Changes Announced at Oneida Park
Health Fair and Reservation Changes Announced at Oneida Park By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The Oneida City Park looks to host the Scott County Health Fair on Saturday, March 28, 2026, which will see multiple agencies join forces to promote improvements and offer services across the area. “We are hosting a resource fair…
Read MoreFly Like a Girl!
Fly Like a Girl! The upside-down life of Britt Lincoln Britt Lincoln is frequently seen piloting aircrafts at Big South Fork Air Park, where she is among a slew of pilots who draw awe from spectators, but it’s clear she has fans wherever she goes. When she’s not in Scott County, she’s amassing a crew…
Read MoreRoane County Leaders Secure Critical Safety and Infrastructure Commitments for I-40 Corridor
Roane County Leaders Secure Critical Safety and Infrastructure Commitments for I-40 Corridor Roane County leaders met this week with state officials to address growing safety concerns along the Interstate 40 corridor, a critical transportation route serving local communities and major national security facilities. The meeting, hosted by Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston), included Roane County…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting Ceremony
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Read MoreBody Identified as Lowe
Body Identified as Lowe By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Last week, when Scott County Sheriff Brian Keeton announced that human remains had been found in Pioneer, few hoped to see identification so quickly, thinking of time frames associated with recent missing persons cases. However, less than a week after that first notification, Keeton’s…
Read MoreOneida Mayor Eyes New Park
Oneida Mayor Eyes New Park By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Plans are underway to bring another park to Scott County, particularly if Oneida Mayor Lori Phillips-Jones has her way. The mayor is orchestrating a series of public meetings as part of the proposed development of a micropark at Baker Lake with a vision,…
Read MoreLandfill Proponent challenges Cumberland Clear
Landfill Proponent challenges Cumberland Clear By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] A routine meeting of the citizen group Cumberland Clear took an unexpected turn last week when an unannounced guest appeared: Will Goff, Vice President of Ackerman & Company, the Atlanta-based firm closely tied to the controversial Roberta II landfill proposal in Scott County.…
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