July 13, 2026
News
Popular event returns
The Fresh Mess Farmers’ Market is getting ready for the upcoming season, beginning June 4. The market takes place every Thursday afternoon from 3-6 p.m. at Harton Park in Monteagle.
Dates set for Summer Food Service Program
The University of the South’s Office of Civic Engagement has released the dates for the 2026 Summer Meal Program, which provided critical nutrition to children,
UDC Chapter honors Confederate General
Members of the Kirby-Smith Chapter 327 of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) traveled to Sewanee on May 13 to honor Confederate General Edmund Kirby-Smith. A service was held at the monument that was erected to his honor in October 2017. The monument is located within the Kirby-Smith family plot in the University Cemetery.
Upcoming Events
The annual Memorial Day Recognition Program at Orange Hill Cemetery is Friday, May 22, at 6 p.m. Candlelight vigil will take place to honor veterans, friends and family after the program. The cemetery is located in Tracy City. Everyone welcome to attend.
SAS announces new faculty members
Allison Powell, of Manchester, and Elizabeth Christopher, of Sewanee, will join the SAS faculty this fall.
Mimosas and Munchies
Extra excitement is in the air as Housing Hub gears up for its second annual Pickleball with a Purpose from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 8, at Clifftops Courts in Monteagle.
Recognizing farmers, conservationist and youth
The Grundy County Agriculture Business Council recognized the hard-working men, women and young people of Grundy County in their dedication to agriculture, families and conservation of natural resources and the environment of Grundy County. An awards banquet was held at the UT Extension Education Center in Coalmont last month.
Grundy County Governor’s Volunteer Stars Honorees
Jackie Eubanks and Star Songer were honored at the Volunteer Tennessee annual Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards ceremony recently and will be recognized at the Grundy County Commission on May 18.