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“Longing for shelter, Many are homeless”
“Longing for shelter, Many are homeless” The needs of storm ravaged neighbors inspires Local Church to action By Shane Gilreath [email protected] In the hymn “Christ, Be Our Light,” congregants around the world sing “longing for shelter, many are homeless. Longing for warmth, many are cold.” The liturgical hymn calls the people of God to be…
Read MoreScott County’s Golden Egg
Scott County’s Golden Egg By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Following an announcement from Senator Ken Yager early last week, Scott County Industrial Development’s Stacey Swann was pleased that much of the hard work that had already gone into developing and expanding aviation in Scott County was finally paying off. The announcement came in the form of…
Read MoreLegislators Divided on Controversial School Vouchers
Legislators Divided on Controversial School Vouchers By Shane Gilreath [email protected] With a split vote from Senator Ken Yager and Representative Kelly Keisling, the Education Freedom Act of 2025 passed the General Assembly on Thursday. The Education Act, commonly referred to as the Voucher Bill, has been a pet project of Governor Bill Lee, who called a…
Read MoreRoad Conditions Highlighted as Chamber hosts Annual Meeting
Road Conditions Highlighted as Chamber hosts Annual Meeting By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Over one hundred people gathered on January 30th to celebrate the Scott County Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Meeting. A significant part of the event was in the selection of representatives to serve the board in the coming year. Nominations had previously been…
Read MoreFred Kelly Receives Quilt of Valor
Fred Kelly Receives Quilt of Valor A Quilt of Valor (QOV) is a quality, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran who has been touched by war. The Quilt says unequivocally, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.” Each and every stitch…
Read MoreVFW Post 5669 Annual Award
VFW Post 5669 Annual Award Patriots Pen Winners Paige Allen, Burchfield, Parents Ricky Allen & Tyler Miller, Chris Porter. Jacee Perry, Oneida, Parents Jason & Cynthia Perry. Callyn Wilson, Winfield, Parents, Doug & Morgan Wilson and Brian & Tabitha Wagaman. Conducted nationwide, this VFW-sponsored youth essay competition gives students in grades 6th, 7th, and 8th…
Read MoreU.S. Rep. Rose Fights to Protect Women and Girls’ Sports in TN
U.S. Rep. Rose Fights to Protect Women and Girls’ Sports in TN U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) voted ‘Yes’ on H.R. 28, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, which passed the House 218-206. The legislation would amend Title IX to prohibit public institutions from allowing biological males to compete against…
Read MoreSpecial Session Capitol Review from State Rep. Kelly Keisling
Special Session Capitol Review from State Rep. Kelly Keisling On Monday, the General Assembly convened in an extraordinary special session for the 67th time in Tennessee’s 229 years of statehood. Lawmakers worked throughout the week, meeting with constituents, debating legislation, and considering testimony from citizens on pressing issues. The General Assembly passed seven bills appropriating…
Read MoreTennessee Highway Patrol Sobriety Checkpoints
Tennessee Highway Patrol Sobriety Checkpoints The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting Sobriety Checkpoints on the following dates and locations in March, 2025: March 21, 2025 Scott Co – US 27 @ New River. Knox Co – Martin Mill Pike @ Ogle Ave. Morgan Co – US 27 @ Gobey Road. Monroe Co – US…
Read MoreCounty Commission Takes Stance on Rail-Trail
County Commission Takes Stance on Rail-Trail By Caleb Jeffers [email protected] At the most recent County Commission meeting (which took place on January 21st), the Commissioners fielded complaints from eight different individuals regarding the rails-to-trails initiative. The Commission was presented with a sheet that had over 250 signatures from citizens who did not want the rail-trail…
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