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Government Shutdown
Government Shutdown By Shane Gilreath [email protected] “Funding has lapsed and the Government is in the process of shutting down,” read a statement regarding the National Park Service. “A continuing resolution or a new budget bill must pass both houses of Congress and be signed by the President to end the shutdown.” On October 1st, the…
Read MoreCumberland Clear seeks to educate the populace
Cumberland Clear seeks to educate the populace By Shane Gilreath [email protected] As Saturday dawned, providing a warm glow along Geary Avenue in Whitley City, Cumberland Clear was already at work. Even as the voice of Country artist – and McCreary County native – Sarah Patrick stirred the audience in anticipation of the McCrearyFest parade, Cumberland…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office Introduces New Program To Combat Recidivism
Sheriff’s Office Introduces New Program To Combat Recidivism By Shane Gilreath [email protected] The Open Arms Project, which takes place on October 11th at the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, is a collaborative initiative aimed at supporting individuals transitioning from incarceration. These efforts focus on alleviating clothing and hygiene insecurities faced by those reentering society. Locally, the…
Read MoreState’s New Solid Waste Task Force Meets; Riles Locals
State’s New Solid Waste Task Force Meets; Riles Locals By Shane Gilreath [email protected] As has long been discussed, trash does not, on its own, disappear. There is a mounting problem across Tennessee, an issue which has reared its head in Scott County with the proposal of a second landfill in North Oneida. According to statements…
Read MoreAsst. District Attorney General addresses Student Athletes at LMU
Asst. District Attorney General addresses Student Athletes at LMU By Shane Gilreath [email protected] With statistics indicating that young adults, ages 18-24, are the most victimized demographic, colleges across Tennessee are increasingly turning to proactive education programs to address issues like domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and issues of recognizing consent among student-athletes. Just last week,…
Read MoreDeadly Roane County Crash Highlights Hidden Hazard
Deadly Roane County Crash Highlights Hidden Hazard By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Roane County is mourning the loss of 43-year-old Jason Mullins, who died last week as a result of a motorcycle crash along Kingston Highway. Investigators believe Mullins lost control of the motorcycle after striking a patch of hydraulic fluid on the roadway—a tragedy that…
Read MoreSoil Conversation Day a Success
Soil Conversation Day a Success By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Oneida City Park hosted its annual Soil Conservation Day on Thursday. The annual event brings Scott County’s fifth graders together for hands-on lessons in environmental stewardship, a growing concern across Scott County given recent debates on the dangers posed to the environment from waste management. Organized…
Read MoreEnvironmental Degradation Part III
Environmental Degradation Part III The Lyin’, the Pitch, and the Trash-probe By Shane Gilreath [email protected] While citizens have fought for safeguards against industries that they – and often research – compounds with unhealthy practices and negative impacts on both public health and the environment, questions arise about the future, given action is not often taken…
Read MoreDuncan publishes Children’s Book
Duncan publishes Children’s Book By Shane Gilreath [email protected] The pen is mightier than the sword. Or so coined Edward Bulwer-Lytton in his 1839 play Richelieu; Or the Conspiracy. They may not have been the words on the mind of Angel Duncan when she penned her new children’s book, Stranger Danger, but they could be synonymous…
Read MoreHorner named official representative of Roberta Phase II
Horner named official representative of Roberta Phase II By Shane Gilreath [email protected] In a document – dated July 3, 2025 – obtained by SCN last week, the President of Roberta Phase II, appointed an authorized representative for the members of the corporation. That document, which states the president makes the appointment on behalf of other…
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