On April 2, 2024, a White County school bus was involved in a vehicle accident while transporting students to school.
According to a preliminary report by the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a 2022 …
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Rachel Auberger
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4/10/24
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It is that time of year again where storm threats seem to be rolling into our area. I wanted to take the time to define the difference between the watches and the warnings that we …
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Jerry Lowery
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4/4/24
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Information provided by Kurt Dronebarger, Whtie County director of schools:
At approximately 7 a.m., on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, a White County School bus was involved in an accident with another …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/3/24
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On April 11th, the Plateau Chapter of the Tennessee Trails Association’s (TTA) will conclude its’ 2024 speaker series educational program with a talk and slide show on mountain climbing …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/3/24
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Tennessee State Parks, in partnership with the Tennessee State Parks Conservancy, will hold the annual My TN State Park fundraiser in April, when supporters “vote” …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/3/24
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The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT) litter prevention campaign is once again expanding its youth group partnerships. All six Boy Scouts of America …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/3/24
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The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Captain Sally Tompkins 2123 will have its monthly meeting at 1 p.m., April 5, 2024, in the lower level of Putnam County Library.
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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4/3/24
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Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved several personnel changes and passed a single resolution during its March 21 meeting.
Water foreman Jacob Roberts turned in a letter of …
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Rachel Auberger
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3/28/24
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Several members of the community spoke during the March county commissioners’ meeting about concerns they have with the county’s building inspector, Brett Nash.
Commissioner Becky …
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Rachel Auberger
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3/28/24
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To reduce wildland fire risk, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Forestry Division is required through May 15 for all open burning where local …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/27/24
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A quick update on the Sparta Hardware building. The owner is awaiting confirmation to begin the demolition of the remaining structure. The insurance company has had a structural engineer to …
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Jerry Lowery
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3/21/24
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Amid a growing mental health crisis among students, 33 Tennessee school systems have filed similar lawsuits against social media companies for protection for children across multiple popular …
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Van Buren, Putnam, and Cumberland counties are included
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3/21/24
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White County recently received a Tourism Enhancement Grant on behalf of Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce.
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/21/24
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Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley today announced he is taking four vital steps to immediately address overpayment issues customers and the agency have experienced. Commissioner …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/21/24
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The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoints starting on March 17th, 2024, through March 23rd, 2024, on State Route 8 in Van Buren County.
Impaired …
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3/20/24
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Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration Commissioner Jim Bryson today announced that February revenues were less than budgeted estimates. Overall February state revenues were $1.325 …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/20/24
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Doyle Elementary wrapped up "Reading across America" recently with a couple of special guests. Deputy Simmons and K-9 Kilo read "Tommy Tractor and Deputy Kilo," a book written about K-9 Kilo and the …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/20/24
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On March 18, 2024, Sgt. Dallas Slatton, of White County Sheriff's Office, observed a vehicle weaving back and forth across the white lines.
Sgt. Slatton initiated a routine traffic stop which …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/20/24
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From Jerry Sawyer-White County Highway Superintendent: We have been trying to take advantage of this good working weather over the last few weeks. We are trying our best to catch up on our ditch …
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Posted by Kim Swindell Wood
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3/17/24
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As the mayor of our beloved town, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the enduring legacy of Sparta Hardware. However, my connection to this historic establishment runs deeper than …
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Jerry Lowery
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3/16/24
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