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National Park says ‘Not So Fast’ to Roberta II landfill
National Park says ‘Not So Fast’ to Roberta II landfill By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The Roberta II landfill proposal, sited for North Oneida with a Rail-to-Truck Transfer Station in Winfield, remains under harsh criticism as the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) continues evaluating the validity of permit plans for the…
Read MoreWest Must Register as Sex Offender in Statutory Rape case
West Must Register as Sex Offender in Statutory Rape case By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Expectations were heavy last Monday in a case that has loomed over Scott County for much of 2025. The defendant, Ezekial James West, who was originally indicted on 10 counts of statutory rape earlier in the year, appeared…
Read MoreCumberland Clear Expands Advocacy Beyond Scott County
Cumberland Clear Expands Advocacy Beyond Scott County By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Cumberland Clear, the local organization that sprang to life in response to the controversial Roberta II landfill project, is taking its environmental campaign across state lines, warning Kentucky residents of the growing threat posed by Scott County-based waste management projects. Representatives…
Read More77th Annual Scott County Christmas Parade
77th Annual Scott County Christmas Parade A favorite tradition came to pass on Saturday, as the 77th Annual Christmas Parade rolled through town, themed ‘Dreams of Christmas.’ The yearly event, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, is one of the most anticipated events on the Christmas calendar, and, as always, drew large crowds and Christmas…
Read MoreLocal Bullying Case draws attention to National plight
Local Bullying Case draws attention to National plight By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] A recent episode involving a Fairview Elementary student lit social media afire late last week when a widely shared Facebook post alleged bullying and abuse on a Scott County school bus. The post, circulated hundreds of times across Scott and…
Read MoreHagerty Introduces Steven Haines, to be Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis
Hagerty Introduces Steven Haines, to be Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis WASHINGTON—Today, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) introduced his former staff member, Steven Haines, President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis, at a Senate Commerce Committee nomination hearing. Haines, a native of Franklin, TN,…
Read MoreGov. Lee, First Lady Lee Celebrate Holiday Season
Gov. Lee, First Lady Lee Celebrate Holiday Season NASHVILLE – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee welcomed the Christmas season during the annual Christmas at the Capitol and announced “Light of the World” tours of the Tennessee Residence. “Maria and I look forward to continuing the Tennessee tradition of generosity throughout…
Read MoreEast TN Rallies to Provide 5 Million Meals Through Second Harvest
East TN Rallies to Provide 5 Million Meals Through Second Harvest MARYVILLE – Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee thanks the community for their overwhelming generosity during the food bank’s 15th annual Double Your Donation telethon on December 4th. Thanks to $850,000 in matching gifts from our sponsors, and the tremendous support of East…
Read MoreTN Dept. of Safety and Homeland Security Unveils Posters for New Drivers
TN Dept. of Safety and Homeland Security Unveils Posters for New Drivers TENNESSEE — The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s, TDOSHS, Driver Services Division is excited to announce a new way for Tennesseans to celebrate earning their Learner Permit or Driver License. Starting this month, Driver Services Centers across the state will all…
Read MoreOneida’s Rolling with New Business Phillips – Jones administration shows growth
Oneida’s Rolling with New Business Phillips – Jones administration shows growth By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The Roberta II landfill proposal, sited for North Oneida with a Rail-to-Truck Transfer Station in Winfield, remains under harsh criticism as the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) continues evaluating the validity of permit plans for…
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