Sparta locals share ideas for downtown improvements, from parking fixes to murals and green space.

After weeks of campaign signs popping up across White County, voters finally had a chance to see many of the candidates in one place—and hear directly from them without the noise of a debate stage. The Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Candidate Forum on Thursday, bringing

They’re caring for loved ones — now the state may step in to help.

Could this new school rule close a dangerous gap?