Area News
Casey’s to Open Soon
Casey’s to Open Soon By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] After months of steady construction and curiosity from locals and visitors alike, signage finally went up last week at the new Casey’s location in Oneida. Crews were still on site in the late stages of last week, working to complete the finishing touches on…
Read MoreCouple Convicted in McCreary Child Abuse Case
Couple Convicted in McCreary Child Abuse Case By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] A McCreary County jury has convicted Matthew Deaton and Amanda Riddle in a case authorities describe as one of the most disturbing instances of child abuse in recent memory. The pair were found guilty of three counts of first degree criminal…
Read MoreControversial “Pot for Pothole” Bill Fails in Nashville
Controversial “Pot for Pothole” Bill Fails in Nashville By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] A piece of legislature that could legalize cannabis in Tennessee and use that revenue to fix roads, a popular means of discussion across Scott County, has once again been debated in the state capitol. The “Pot for Potholes” bill, proposed…
Read MoreCase Dismissed Against Keeton, Lay, and Jones
Case Dismissed Against Keeton, Lay, and Jones By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] A civil rights lawsuit recently reported by SCN filed against Scott County and seeking $2.5 Million has seen several of its claims dismissed, according to recently filed court documents. The petitioner, Johnathan Stevens, voluntarily dismissed all claims against Amy Lay, Tony…
Read MoreFly Like a Girl!
Fly Like a Girl! Britt Lincoln is frequently seen piloting aircrafts at Big South Fork Air Park, where she is among a slew of pilots who draw awe from spectators, but it’s clear she has fans wherever she goes. When she’s not in Scott County, she’s amassing a crew of admirers in the field of…
Read MoreTennessee Democratic Party Statement On Donald Trump’s Visit To Memphis
Tennessee Democratic Party Statement On Donald Trump’s Visit To Memphis NASHVILLE – Donald Trump is in Memphis to participate in a “Memphis Safe Task Force roundtable”, joined by Governor Bill Lee, House Speaker Cameron Sexton, and extremist Stephen Miller. From the moment this “task force” was created, Memphians and Tennesseans across the state have raised…
Read MoreCongressman John Rose Joins President Trump in Memphis
Congressman John Rose Joins President Trump in Memphis Memphis – U.S. Congressman John Rose (TN-6, R), a candidate for Governor of Tennessee, joined President Donald Trump in Memphis as the President highlighted the achievements of the Memphis Safe Task Force and ongoing efforts to improve public safety in the region. Rose, who has made strengthening…
Read MoreSign Stolen from National Park
Sign Stolen from National Park By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Park Rangers with the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area are asking for the public’s help after a decorative arrowhead was reported stolen from the park’s east entrance sign near Station Camp. The park says the artifact was removed sometime over…
Read MoreScott County preps for Leadership Transition
Scott County preps for Leadership Transition By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] With the Scott County Board of Education beginning its process of selecting its next Director of Schools, the period of slow transition marks the close of an impactful era under current director Bill Hall. First coming to the position in 2011, Hall…
Read MoreCandidates Question Election Fairness After Party Removes Names from Ballot
Candidates Question Election Fairness After Party Removes Names from Ballot By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The State Republican Party’s recent decision to remove dozens of candidates from the August primary ballot is drawing sharp criticisms from Republicans across the state, including Scott County candidate Cody Cox, who now finds himself disqualified from challenging…
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