7/21/25 Michael Reynolds 39, was arrested and charged with violation of probation 4 James Moore 58, was arrested and charged with criminal trespass Shareaka Renee West 34, was arrested …

Representatives from Baptist Memorial Hospital–Union City recently visited the Tiptonville Senior Citizens Center to host an educational program for local residents. Guest speakers …

Mrs. Welton Wyatt, left, and Mrs. Winnie Bargery, site manager, sit inside the Lake County multipurpose room during its open house July 14. The center was established for residents 55 and older.

Lake County posted an unemployment rate of 5.7% in June, up 1.1 percentage points from May’s rate of 4.6%. This places Lake among the ten counties with the highest unemployment rates in the …

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and Appalachian Bear Rescue have finalized a new partnership agreement to continue black bear rehabilitation in Tennessee. The agreement comes after …

New student registration for Lake County Schools is underway and will continue through Thursday. Families enrolling students for the first time may register at the main office of Lake County High …

Seniors from the Ridgely Senior Center enjoyed a special outing July 21 when they visited Lincoln Acre, a community garden located next to the Lake County Board of Education, to collect sweet corn …

Lake County Schools faculty and staff are ready to welcome students back for the 2025–2026 school year. The team gathered this week ahead of the first day of classes on Aug. 4 to prepare for …

With summer activities in full swing, the Tennessee Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions against ticks and mosquitoes, which can spread diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted …

Thirteen students from the University of Tennessee at Martin’s regional centers contributed to a forensic review of a high-profile homicide case in Thailand. Dr. Mike Gurley, lecturer of …

Starting daycare, preschool or a Mother’s Day Out program can be big milestones for younger children and their families. While it is an exciting time filled with new experiences, it also brings …

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have dropped 4.1 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $2.73 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s latest survey of 3,821 stations across the …

The following have been arrested and booked into the Lake County Jail. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 7/13/25 Desarea Cole 39, was arrested and charged with criminal …

Court report for sessions held June 23 and July 7 6/23/25 Arraignment Virginia Dale Bledsoe - speeding 40/50 - dismissed/warning, financial responsibility law - dismissed Jessica Sue …

GARDEN – Lake County High School’s Community Garden, featuring vegetables grown by students, is now open through July 26. Visitors can pick their own produce at no cost. The garden opened …

Mason Cook helps deliver a pie to children's ministry leader Drew Cook, with help from Pastor John Troutman, as Vacation Bible School wrapped up two fun-filled days at First Baptist Church.

Food establishments, hotels and campgrounds across Lake County earned top health and safety scores during routine inspections conducted throughout June and July, according to reports from the …

ARTFUL – Participants at the Ridgely Senior Center proudly display watercolor paintings created with lake water during a July 15 program hosted in partnership with the local State Park in …

Tennessee Task Force 1 has extended its deployment in Texas to continue supporting flood recovery operations in Kerr County. The team, coordinated through the Emergency Management Assistance …