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Gov. Lee Announces Leadership Transition in the Governor’s Office
Gov. Lee Announces Leadership Transition in the Governor’s Office Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that Erin Merrick will depart the Governor’s Office in early July after serving in multiple roles over more than seven years, including her most recent position of Chief Legal Counsel to the Governor. Merrick has served Lee since day one…
Read MoreTN District Attorneys General Conference Launches Project Safe TN
TN District Attorneys General Conference Launches Project Safe TN The Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference announced Wednesday the launch of Project Safe Tennessee, a new initiative informed by data to highlight innovative, evidence-based strategies to combat violent crime and strengthen public safety across the state. Data shows more than 314,000 arrests made statewide in 2024.…
Read MoreVeterans Connect Launches Statewide to Strengthen Support for Tennessee service members, Veterans, and military families
Veterans Connect Launches Statewide to Strengthen Support for Tennessee service members, Veterans, and military families NASHVILLE — Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Veterans Services (TDVS) Commissioner Tommy Baker announced the launch of the Veterans Connect Portal, a new statewide resource designed to make it easier for service members, Veterans, and their families…
Read MoreHolicki Guilty of Reckless Homicide
Holicki Guilty of Reckless Homicide By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] A Scott County jury returned a guilty verdict in the case of Harley David Holicki, 40, in the October 2021 death of his ex-girlfriend Crystal Kay Chambers, 35. Following an investigation, authorities determined that Chambers was the victim of an exchange of gunfire…
Read MoreKeeton wins Sheriff Primary
Keeton wins Sheriff Primary Voter Turnout Low in Scott County amid Primary Confusion By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Voters turned out in moderate numbers last week to decide several contested Scott County races during the 2026 primary season, including a closely watched sheriff’s race, consequently the only race on the ballot that would…
Read MoreHigh Point Construction Begins
High Point Construction Begins By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] After being closed for two years, construction began last week on the Niggs Creek Road overpass at High Point, with heavy equipment and a large crane clearly visible from the highway as crews prepared the site for work. The bridge, which crosses the Norfolk…
Read MoreSmith named TCAT President
Smith named TCAT President By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The Board of Regents has recommended Tim Smith to be the next president of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Oneida/Huntsville, according to an announcement from Chancellor Flora W. Tydings last week. No stranger to the school or education, Smith currently serves as vice president…
Read MoreTPL, RJ Corman Reach Agreement on Rail-Trail
TPL, RJ Corman Reach Agreement on Rail-Trail By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] For over a year, two topics have largely dominated public discourse, a powerful sentiment even in an election year. One, of course, has been Roberta II. The other has been the proposed Rail-Trail initiative, an often controversial project that has pitted…
Read MoreThank You to all Veterans
Thank You to all Veterans
Read More“Death Was His Only Friend”
“Death Was His Only Friend” Leaked Documents Shed New Light in Death of 14-Year-Old Austin Carpenter By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] WARNING: SCN cautions readers that this article contains graphic and disturbing details which readers may find troubling regarding the death of a child. “There are some cases that stay with you,” the…
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