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Golden anniversary
Gerald and Jana Barrett, of Altamont, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 4, 2026. Their daughters Shala Wohlgemuth, Ashli Barrett and Emily Elrod treated… Login to continue reading Login…

Upcoming Event
The ladies memorial association of Tracy City Cemetery will hold an annual meeting July 13 at 11 a.m. at Tracy City Hall. Everyone is invited… Login to continue reading Login…
Walk among the wild things, July 5-6
Repticon, a recognized leader in hosting reptile and exotic animal expos throughout the United States, is coming to East Ridge with an outstanding mixture of… Login to continue reading Login…

We See Hope
Presented by American Revival in partnership with The Caverns, the two organizations raised $30,000 for the Littell-Partin Community Center, supporting ongoing local programs tied to… Login to continue reading Login…

New community-funded trail open to the public
The Appalachian Conservation Institute (ACI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit protecting nearly 11,000 acres in Tennessee’s Little Sequatchie Cove, announced the opening of the Mountain Laurel Trail,… Login to continue reading Login…

Home to roost in Pelham
BETH RINER Contributor The Roost Café, a small-town coffee shop with a cozy, inviting atmosphere, handcrafted coffees, signature sandwiches, and delectable bakery treats, has opened… Login to continue reading Login…

Grundy County man charged in Franklin cattle theft case
Two Tennessee men are behind bars following a joint investigation by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Crime Unit (ACU) and the Franklin County Sheriff’s… Login to continue reading Login…

Monteagle Mountain Market returns
The 67th Monteagle Mountain Market, set for July 25-26, seeks vendors to join a fun-filled weekend of food, music, arts and crafts, and storytelling in Hannah Pickett Park.

Summer Sessions with JAMkids Grundy Area
The Junior Appalachian Musicians Program of Grundy County teaches fiddle, guitar, banjo and singing in the Appalachian tradition of music. JAMkids get the benefit of social and educational development, forming friendships while playing and learning together in a wholesome environment. JAMkids also get to experience additional concerts and demonstrations from visiting musicians, have the chance to perform at local community events, and the opportunity for field trips to regional music festivals. This year JAMkids performed at the Wreaths Across America ceremony in Coalmont, the Littell Center Open House, the Cumberland Community Dance, the JAMboree Old Roundhouse Park in Tracy City, the Caverns Shindig and the American Revival festival.

Dedication
The Veteran’s Memorial Prayer Chapel dedication and sanctification was a success despite the weather. It was so precious seeing the veterans writing their name on the wall. MSgt Joe Volpi (ret. USAF) delivered the key note speech and read the beloved poem “Flanders Field.” Veterans lined up to sign the wall identifying the war in which they served.
