The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office is congratulating Investigator Sarah Smith who was presented the 2026 Sheriff’s Youth Academy Instructor of the Year Award at the graduation Friday night. The program teaches leadership, integrity, respect, teamwork and positive relationships with law enforcement.

Art Circle Public Library has announced that public internet computers, printing and wireless internet services will not be available on Monday, June 29, 2026 for a system upgrade. Telephone services will also be affected.  The Library apologizes for any inconvenience.

Dead fish have been observed in the Emory River near Harriman two weeks after a train hauling denatured ethanol derailed and caught fire in Morgan County. According to the Morgan County Emergency Management Agency, the EPA says the fish deaths appear to be associated with low dissolved oxygen levels in

The Town of Pleasant Hill has opted to discontinue the use of its outdoor warning siren system, effective September 1, 2026. Officials say the existing outdoor warning system has led to confusion within the community due to instances of inaudibility, lack of detailed threat information, and cost effectiveness of maintaining