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Rep. Rose Releases Statement After Attending President Trump’s Address
Rep. Rose Releases Statement After Attending President Trump’s Address WASHINGTON, DC—U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) released the following statement after attending President Trump’s address to a Joint Session of Congress Tuesday night: “The days leading up to tonight’s joint address will be studied for decades,” Rep. Rose said. “President Trump has managed to secure our…
Read MoreMissing woman found dead, husband arrested for murder
Missing woman found dead, husband arrested for murder By Shane Gilreath [email protected] The body of a missing Clarksville woman was found in Scott County on Saturday. According to statements by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, a tip led to the discovery of the remains of Megan Raymond, 37, who had last been seen on February…
Read MoreTwo charged in “heinous” death that shocks McCreary County
Young Life Cut Short Two charged in “heinous” death that shocks McCreary County By Shane Gilreath [email protected] With anger that demanded justice and vocal cries for attendees to speak his name, McCreary County rallied Saturday to honor the life of young Austin Carpenter. With speeches that bordered anywhere from outrage to devastation, the Whitley City…
Read MoreChildren’s Center to Host 25th Anniversary Gala
Children’s Center to Host 25th Anniversary Gala The Children’s Center of the Cumberlands will host a Gala on May 15th, commemorating 25 years of dedicated service to the community. “We celebrate 25 years of child advocacy services for abused and neglected children in Scott County and surrounding areas,” said Center Executive Director Angel Sexton. The…
Read MoreChampions
Champions Lady Highlanders take District; Win First Regional Game in 27 Years After claiming victory in the District Tournament, the Lady Highlanders began play in the Regional Tournament, facing Fulton High School, on Friday. The game was exceedingly close until the fourth quarter, when Scott High’s offense became electric. Scott High led by only four…
Read MoreYager discusses importance of nuclear energy advancement in East Tennessee
Yager discusses importance of nuclear energy advancement in East Tennessee On Tuesday, February 26, Senator Ken Yager (R-Kingston) visited with industry leaders in economic development to discuss the significance and future development of nuclear energy advancement in East Tennessee, particularly Oak Ridge. Pictured above from left to right: Sen. Ken Yager, Tracy Boatner, President of…
Read MoreRose Supports Trump-Backed Budget Resolution
Rose Supports Trump-Backed Budget Resolution WASHINGTON, DC—Tuesday, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) voted ‘Yes” on H. Con. Res. 14. The measure, which passed 217-215, establishes a budgetary framework for fiscal year 2025 and sets budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026-2036. The resolution also directs House committees to begin drafting specific reconciliation legislation. The final budget…
Read MoreICYMI—Hagerty Joins The Story With Martha MacCallum on Fox News to Discuss Trump’s Peace Negotiations
ICYMI—Hagerty Joins The Story With Martha MacCallum on Fox News to Discuss Trump’s Peace Negotiations WASHINGTON—United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, today joined The Story With Martha MacCallum on Fox News to discuss President Donald Trump’s peace negotiations to end the…
Read MoreStatement from the Tennessee Justice Center on the Devastating Budget Cuts
Statement from the Tennessee Justice Center on the Devastating Budget Cuts Last night, the US House of Representatives narrowly passed the proposed federal budget in a 217-215 vote. The vote lasted more than an hour as House leaders scrambled for additional votes at the last minute. The budget will cut a minimum of $880 billion…
Read MoreSnow-bound
Snow-bound Local Schools Run out of Snow Days By Shane Gilreath [email protected] The latest round of winter weather delivered a punch to schools across Scott County. With several more inches of snow blanketing the area, the Scott County School District found itself having used all their allotted snow days. As of Friday, according to Bill…
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