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Gov. Lee Marks One-Year Anniversary of Tropical Storm Helene with Reflection on Recovery and Resilience
Gov. Lee Marks One-Year Anniversary of Tropical Storm Helene with Reflection on Recovery and Resilience NASHVILLE – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency marked the one-year anniversary of Tropical Storm Helene, which brought historic flooding, wind damage, and power outages across Northeast Tennessee. The storm, one of the most severe…
Read MoreSenator Ken Yager receives East Tennessee Development District Award
Senator Ken Yager receives East Tennessee Development District Award NASHVILLE – State Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston) has been honored with the East Tennessee Development District Legislator of the Year Award in recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to the people of the East Tennessee region. The award highlights Senator Yager’s longstanding support for economic…
Read MoreRose Continues to Win Republican Straw Polls for Governor
Rose Continues to Win Republican Straw Polls for Governor BYRDSTOWN – The momentum behind John Rose’s campaign for Tennessee Governor continues to surge as he scored another decisive victory in a Republican straw poll Saturday. This marks Rose’s third consecutive straw poll victory at county Republican annual dinners across Tennessee. The Pickett County Republican Party…
Read MoreAnother Day, Another Landfill Controversy
Another Day, Another Landfill Controversy By Shane Gilreath [email protected] While much of Scott County has been focused on a second proposed landfill, which has garnered considerably controversy across the area, according to the documents obtained from the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control, the current landfill, Volunteer Regional, has applied for a permit for the…
Read MoreHigh Drama as Cumberland Clear requests Beaty recusal
High Drama as Cumberland Clear requests Beaty recusal By Shane Gilreath [email protected] If you thought the landfill debate couldn’t get more complicated, a further twist was thrown into proceedings last week, when SCN obtained a copy of a letter, dated August 21, 2025, and addressed to Scott County Mayor Jerried Jeffers and County Attorney John…
Read MoreNew Law puts Gun Safety in TN Schools
New Law puts Gun Safety in TN Schools By Shane Gilreath [email protected] A new state law, which went into effect with the 2025-26 school year, will mandate firearm safety be taught in Tennessee schools. The law will require all children, including those as young as kindergartners, to learn the basics of gun safety. The…
Read MoreHigh Drama as Cumberland Clear requests Beaty recusal
High Drama as Cumberland Clear requests Beaty recusal By Shane Gilreath [email protected] If you thought the landfill debate couldn’t get more complicated, a further twist was thrown into proceedings last week, when SCN obtained a copy of a letter, dated August 21, 2025, and addressed to Scott County Mayor Jerried Jeffers and County Attorney John…
Read MoreAnother Day, Another Landfill Controversy
Another Day, Another Landfill Controversy By Shane Gilreath [email protected] While much of Scott County has been focused on a second proposed landfill, which has garnered considerably controversy across the area, according to the documents obtained from the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control, the current landfill, Volunteer Regional, has applied for a permit for the…
Read MoreGather rallies the faithful at Kirk vigil
Gather rallies the faithful at Kirk vigil By Shane Gilreath [email protected] As the sun sank over downtown Oneida last Tuesday, candles flickered in the dusk, held in the hands of Scott County’s faithful, casting warm halos against the autumn afternoon. Mourners stood close, faces lit by the candles’ soft glow. Some shed silent tears, overcome…
Read MoreCumberland Clear prays for guidance
Cumberland Clear prays for guidance By Shane Gilreath [email protected] After months of wrangling with organizers over a proposed landfill and transfer station in North Scott County, Cumberland Clear sought higher refuge. On Monday, September 15th, the organization, which sprang to life to combat environmental concerns associated with the landfill and beyond, hosted a community prayer…
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