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 …

West Tennessee Legal Services hosted a free legal advice clinic July 16 at the Lake County Senior Center, offering residents assistance with preparing and reviewing essential legal documents. The …

A new display honoring Tiptonville native and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Carl Perkins has been installed in the lobby of the Strand Theatre. Carl Perkins, known for his influential role …

Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 3.5% in June, marking the third consecutive month at that level, according to the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce …

(The Center Square) – A big win is on the horizon for the cryptocurrency industry as the U.S. House of Representatives is set to send a landmark crypto bill to President Donald Trump’s …

   Tennessee gas prices climbed 5.4 cents per gallon over the past week, averaging $2.77 per gallon on Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations across the state. …

Lake County Middle School has announced Ricky Newsom as the new head coach for the girls basketball and softball teams. Newsom brings experience and leadership to the Lady Falcons programs as …

Clay Medina has been named interim head coach for the Lake County Middle School volleyball team. Medina steps into the role with a focus on team energy, leadership and player development as the …