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Sparta   -   Mar 07, 2026 School Board Candidate: Chandel Thorpe
School Board Candidate: Chandel Thorpe

As part of MSJ-Sparta’s 2026 Election Coverage, our Meet Your Candidates series gives voters a quick, clear look at who’s on the ballot and where they stand so you can head to the polls informed and confident.

Sparta   -   Mar 06, 2026 School Board Candidate: Larry Thompson
School Board Candidate: Larry Thompson

As part of MSJ-Sparta’s 2026 Election Coverage, our Meet Your Candidates series gives voters a quick, clear look at who’s on the ballot and where they stand so you can head to the polls informed and confident.

On a Roll: Fujiyama sushi truck serves up flavor in Sparta
Sparta   -   Mar 09, 2026 On a Roll: Fujiyama sushi truck serves up flavor in Sparta

A bright red food truck parked at 340 N. Spring Street in Sparta is bringing a new flavor to the local dining scene.  Located across from North Sparta Church of God, Fujiyama has operated from the spot since opening in late December 2025. The truck serves a menu centered on

Mar 07, 2026 Algood tops White County Middle School Warriors in district opener
Algood tops White County Middle School Warriors in district opener

The Warriors battled back in the second half, but it wasn't enough to dig themselves out of a first-half hole.

Mar 06, 2026 White County expands car seat safety technician program
White County expands car seat safety technician program

White County residents have a trusted local resource when it comes to keeping children safe on the road. The White County Sheriff’s Office continues to serve as a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) installation and inspection site, offering parents and caregivers a reliable place to have car seats

Mar 06, 2026 Judge accepts plea in Bruce Richardson vehicular homicide case
Judge accepts plea in Bruce Richardson vehicular homicide case

Judge Wesley Bray accepted a plea from Michael Gooden regarding charges stemming from the 2024 motor vehicle accident that took the life of a Sparta man.

Business
Mar 09, 2026 On a Roll: Fujiyama sushi truck serves up flavor in Sparta
On a Roll: Fujiyama sushi truck serves up flavor in Sparta

A bright red food truck parked at 340 N. Spring Street in Sparta is bringing a new flavor to the local dining scene.  Located across from North Sparta Church of God, Fujiyama has operated from the spot since opening in late December 2025. The truck serves a menu centered on

Mar 05, 2026 Fashion meets scales at Kourt’s Reptile Boutique
Fashion meets scales at Kourt’s Reptile Boutique

Looking for something a little different? Something exotic, perhaps—even a place where a boutique and a pet store coexist under one roof? Kourt’s Reptile Boutique, located at 406 N. Spring Street, opened on January 5 and brings together an unexpected pairing: a selection of affordable, trending clothing and

Mar 02, 2026 The shop Sparta didn’t know it needed: The Purple Iris Marketplace
The shop Sparta didn’t know it needed: The Purple Iris Marketplace

Tucked inside the shopping strip on Mose Drive, The Purple Iris Marketplace has grown into one of Sparta’s newest community favorites. Located at 229 Mose Dr., the shop has been connecting local artists, crafters, and small businesses under one roof since opening on November 1, 2025. Before its transformation,

Feb 26, 2026 Inside One Heart Apparel: Sparta’s custom creations hub
Inside One Heart Apparel: Sparta’s custom creations hub

At 390 Sewell Drive in Sparta, One Heart Apparel has become a steady resource for residents and businesses needing personalized items. Since opening on May 25, 2020 under the ownership of Tahir Rajab, the shop has grown from a simple printing service into a go-to destination for custom apparel, accessories,

Sports View All
Mar 08, 2026 SPORTS CALENDAR
SPORTS CALENDAR

Know where the action is happening this week!

Mar 08, 2026 White County is State Bound!
White County is State Bound!

A 21-3 second quarter lifts the Warriorettes over Heritage to go to Murfreesboro

Mar 06, 2026 Warriorettes run wild in first win of the season
Warriorettes run wild in first win of the season

White County broke out offensively as they piled up the runs in Monterey on Friday night.

Mar 06, 2026 Warriors drop home game to Algood as Redskins complete series sweep
Warriors drop home game to Algood as Redskins complete series sweep

The Algood Redskins completed the series sweep Thursday night with a 9-2 victory over the White County Middle School Warriors. After dropping the first game of the away-home series on Tuesday, the Warriors were unable to even the score in the rematch. White County showed early promise, answering Algood’s

Community View All
Mar 08, 2026 COMMUNITY CALENDAR
COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Check out what's happening around White County over the next week!

Mar 05, 2026 Local firefighter Tyler Driver recognized for dedication to service
Local firefighter Tyler Driver recognized for dedication to service

From a young age, Tyler Driver knew he wanted to serve others. At just 16 years old, he joined the Putnam County Fire Department Explorers Program, following in the footsteps of his father’s firefighting career. What started as curiosity quickly grew into a lifelong passion for public service. Today,

Mar 02, 2026 Honoring Ray Brown: White County stepping up
Honoring Ray Brown: White County stepping up

Sparta didn't lose a hero, they gained a legend.

Mar 01, 2026 Community Calendar
Community Calendar

Check out what's happening around White County over the next week!

Education View All
Mar 09, 2026 State proposal would fund teacher residency training
State proposal would fund teacher residency training

The following information is part of State Rep. Paul Sherrell’s weekly Capitol Report from the Tennessee General Assembly for the week ending March 5, 2026.

Mar 05, 2026 WCHS Science Club medals in eight events at Science Olympiad
WCHS Science Club medals in eight events at Science Olympiad

The White County High School Science Club continued its strong showing in academic competition recently, competing in the Science Olympiad for the third consecutive year. Often described as a premier K-12 STEM competition, Science Olympiad functions much like an “academic track meet,” where teams of students compete in a variety

Feb 25, 2026 Tennessee Bill seeks to give districts flexibility in hiring bus drivers
Tennessee Bill seeks to give districts flexibility in hiring bus drivers

Could 23-Year-Olds Soon Drive Tennessee School Buses? Lawmakers Say Yes

Feb 23, 2026 WCHS Students Make History at State Science Bowl
WCHS Students Make History at State Science Bowl

The Science Bowl is a fast-paced academic competition that offers teams of high school students from across the state of Tennessee a chance to match their wits in math and science. Teams made up of four students from each participating school competed in a round-robin preliminary round where they had

Education View All
Mar 07, 2026 Algood tops White County Middle School Warriors in district opener
Algood tops White County Middle School Warriors in district opener

The Warriors battled back in the second half, but it wasn't enough to dig themselves out of a first-half hole.

Mar 06, 2026 White County expands car seat safety technician program
White County expands car seat safety technician program

White County residents have a trusted local resource when it comes to keeping children safe on the road. The White County Sheriff’s Office continues to serve as a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) installation and inspection site, offering parents and caregivers a reliable place to have car seats

Mar 06, 2026 Judge accepts plea in Bruce Richardson vehicular homicide case
Judge accepts plea in Bruce Richardson vehicular homicide case

Judge Wesley Bray accepted a plea from Michael Gooden regarding charges stemming from the 2024 motor vehicle accident that took the life of a Sparta man.

Government View All
Mar 09, 2026 State proposal would fund teacher residency training
State proposal would fund teacher residency training

The following information is part of State Rep. Paul Sherrell’s weekly Capitol Report from the Tennessee General Assembly for the week ending March 5, 2026.

Mar 04, 2026 Inside the Capitol: Lawmakers scrutinize billions in state budget requests
Inside the Capitol: Lawmakers scrutinize billions in state budget requests

The following report was produced by Representative Paul Sherrell's office and details the work done by legislators at the state capitol last week. House sets course for responsible state spending Lawmakers analyze funding requests from state agencies, discuss critical initiatives The Tennessee House of Representatives paused committees this

Mar 03, 2026 New landfill cell could pump $400K into county budget
New landfill cell could pump $400K into county budget

Commissioners were briefed Monday on major landfill changes projected to deliver close to $400,000 in annual host fees for White County.

Feb 27, 2026 Voter Primer: What elected county offices do (and what they don't do)
Voter Primer: What elected county offices do (and what they don't do)

County government can feel complicated, especially when different offices have responsibilities that sound similar. To help simplify things, here’s a quick, plain-language breakdown of what these county offices do and don’t do, so voters have the facts they need before casting a ballot. Highway Supervisor (County Highway / Road

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Sparta   -   Mar 09, 2026 On a Roll: Fujiyama sushi truck serves up flavor in Sparta
On a Roll: Fujiyama sushi truck serves up flavor in Sparta

A bright red food truck parked at 340 N. Spring Street in Sparta is bringing a new flavor to the local dining scene.  Located across from North Sparta Church of God, Fujiyama has operated from the spot since opening in late December 2025. The truck serves a menu centered on

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Sparta   -   Mar 09, 2026 County Commissioner Candidate: Derrick Hutchings
County Commissioner Candidate: Derrick Hutchings

MSJ-Sparta’s Meet Your Candidates series offers a fast, easy way to learn who’s on the 2026 ballot and what they stand for, helping White County voters make informed decisions before heading to the polls.

by Rachel Auberger
Sparta   -   Mar 09, 2026 State proposal would fund teacher residency training
State proposal would fund teacher residency training

The following information is part of State Rep. Paul Sherrell’s weekly Capitol Report from the Tennessee General Assembly for the week ending March 5, 2026.

by Rachel Auberger
Sparta   -   Mar 08, 2026 SPORTS CALENDAR
SPORTS CALENDAR

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by Rachel Auberger
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