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11th Annual Photo Contest Deadline Scheduled for July 15
11th Annual Photo Contest Deadline Scheduled for July 15 ONEIDA – Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area would like to experience your vision of the park. Use the park’s spectacular views in any season, historic sites, recreational opportunities, and diversity of life at Big South Fork and document your park as you see…
Read MoreBandy Creek Pool to Open for the Season
Bandy Creek Pool to Open for the Season Oneida – Bandy Creek pool and wading pool will open for the 2025 season on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM (ET). The hours of operation will be from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays through Labor Day. Daily use…
Read MoreCrime Spree Leads to Pursuit in Helenwood Community
Crime Spree Leads to Pursuit in Helenwood Community By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Scott County Law Enforcement were in for a long night Thursday, when they joined multiple East Tennessee Agencies in a multi-county manhunt for Jerry L. Stevens, a suspect wanted for aggravated assault and theft over $10,000. The ordeal led law enforcement, which included officers from both the Scott…
Read MorePlateau to increase rate
Plateau to increase rate Yager Speaks at Annual Meeting It’s been a busy month for Plateau Electric, one that had the company celebrating its annual meeting. The meeting, held each May, took place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the Scott County Rescue Squad with guest speaker, Senator Ken Yager. The meeting came on…
Read MoreLandowners say “no” to Rails to Trails
Landowners say “no” to Rails to Trails Echoes of TN Rail Committee continue to meet to develop a future for railbed By Shane Gilreath [email protected] As the Echoes of TN Rail committee continue to meet and advocate for the future of the old Tennessee Railroad corridor that runs from Oneida through Winona and Norma into…
Read MoreLocal Nurse Indicted for Misconduct
Local Nurse Indicted for Misconduct By Shane Gilreath [email protected] A Scott County nurse has found herself under indictment following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). The TBI probe was the result of an October request made by District Attorney Jared Effler into the alleged misconduct of Tonja York Draughn, 60, a former…
Read MoreSen. Ken Yager honors Sheriff Wayne Potter’s family in Senate
Sen. Ken Yager honors Sheriff Wayne Potter’s family in Senate NASHVILLE – On Tuesday, April 22nd, Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston) formally presented Senate Joint Resolution 190 to the family of the late Sheriff Wayne Potter, honoring his life of service, faith, and leadership in Morgan County and the state of Tennessee. “Sheriff Potter was many…
Read MoreU.S. Rep. John Rose Releases Statement on 100th Day of Trump Administration
U.S. Rep. John Rose Releases Statement on 100th Day of Trump Administration WASHINGTON, DC—U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) released the following statement on Tuesday, which marked the 100th day of the Trump Administration: “We’ve seen what true leadership looks like over the last 100 days. Our borders are secure. Manufacturing jobs are on the rise. Waste, fraud,…
Read MoreICYMI: Rep. Fleischmann Introduces Bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act
ICYMI: Rep. Fleischmann Introduces Bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) introduced the bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act, which would authorize a study to designate a 287-mile trail linking Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina as a National Scenic Trail. A companion bill…
Read MoreFirst Lady Maria Lee Announces 7th Annual Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge
First Lady Maria Lee Announces 7th Annual Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge NASHVILLE, TENN. – Today, First Lady Maria Lee announced the seventh annual Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge. The challenge serves as an encouragement for students across Tennessee to get involved in their communities by serving others throughout their summer break. The challenge is…
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