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Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 Skipping school? Tennessee moves to close the ‘Reset Button’ on truancy
Skipping school? Tennessee moves to close the ‘Reset Button’ on truancy

Lawmakers are moving to close a loophole that lets students reset their attendance record — and schools say it could change how truancy is handled statewide.

Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 Bats stay hot as Week 2 heats up
Bats stay hot as Week 2 heats up

Week two of the White County Youth Baseball and Softball League season is underway, and if the first couple of nights are any indication, the early shakeout is starting to take shape across multiple divisions. In Coach Pitch Boys, a pair of teams are beginning to separate themselves at the

What Happens to Your Vote After You Cast It
Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 What Happens to Your Vote After You Cast It

For many voters, the process ends the moment the ballot is fed into the machine. But behind the scenes, there’s a clear and structured system designed to make sure every vote is counted accurately and securely. It starts at check-in. When you arrive at your polling place, election workers

Apr 23, 2026 Board Valley Road crash leaves one injured
Board Valley Road crash leaves one injured

A crash on Board Valley Road Tuesday morning sent one driver to the hospital after a driver lost control while navigating a curve, according to a report from the White County Sheriff’s Office. The two-vehicle crash happened April 21, 2026, at approximately 9:36 a.m. along Board Valley

Apr 22, 2026 Warren County Theft Case Leads to White County Arrest
Warren County Theft Case Leads to White County Arrest

A White County traffic stop led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle out of Warren County — and a felony arrest tied to multiple findings.

Apr 22, 2026 Beer Board Left in Limbo After Two Resignations
Beer Board Left in Limbo After Two Resignations

Two White County commissioners resigned from the beer board after a key vote failed — leaving the board unable to function and decisions on hold.

Apr 22, 2026 Sparta-White County Chamber honored for 25-year milestone
Sparta-White County Chamber honored for 25-year milestone

A milestone moment for the Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce — but the recognition goes beyond years. It reflects something built over time.

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Apr 20, 2026 A Dream in Bloom: Allie Grace Florals is growing
A Dream in Bloom: Allie Grace Florals is growing

What started as a childhood dream has grown into a unique floral shop in Sparta, offering a fresh, more personal take on arrangements and gifts.

Apr 16, 2026 Paws, Claws & Clean Diets in Sparta
Paws, Claws & Clean Diets in Sparta

Sparta’s Integrative Animal Solutions offers a different path to pet health, focusing on real food, holistic care and informed choices.

Apr 15, 2026 That’s Amore: A taste of Italy finds its way to Sparta
That’s Amore: A taste of Italy finds its way to Sparta

Formaggi Cheese & More in downtown Sparta offers shoppers a new way to eat, cook, and enjoy.

Apr 13, 2026 Sparta Fireworks keeps it lit
Sparta Fireworks keeps it lit

The Sparta sky can light up on more than just the Fourth of July thanks to a local business owner.

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Apr 23, 2026 Rough finale for Warriors
Rough finale for Warriors

The regular season finale didn’t come close to going the way the Warriors had hoped. The White County High School baseball team managed just two hits and a single run as they fell to the Cookeville Cavaliers, 14-1. White County’s lone run came early. Austin Pionke drew a

Apr 23, 2026 Big night at the plate, tough night in the field
Big night at the plate, tough night in the field

The White County Middle School softball team pounded out 14 hits and scored 11 runs in its regular season finale, but defensive struggles proved costly. The Warriorettes committed 11 errors, leading to 12 unearned runs to go along with six earned runs, as Warren County pulled away for an 18-11

Apr 22, 2026 Walk-Off magic lifts Warriorettes to 2-1 win
Walk-Off magic lifts Warriorettes to 2-1 win

The Warriorettes found their way back into the win column Wednesday evening, using a walk-off hit to secure a 2-1 win over Prescott South. For three and a half innings, both teams threatened but couldn’t break through. White County consistently put runners on base, but timely hits were hard

Apr 22, 2026 Littles wins long jump, League finishes fourth for Lady Warriors
Littles wins long jump, League finishes fourth for Lady Warriors

White County High School’s track and field teams were back in action Tuesday, April 21, with several athletes turning in top-10 finishes — including one trip to the podium. On the boys’ side, Isaac Littles delivered the standout performance of the day. Littles cleared 19 feet, 2 inches in the

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Apr 23, 2026 Bats stay hot as Week 2 heats up
Bats stay hot as Week 2 heats up

Week two of the White County Youth Baseball and Softball League season is underway, and if the first couple of nights are any indication, the early shakeout is starting to take shape across multiple divisions. In Coach Pitch Boys, a pair of teams are beginning to separate themselves at the

Apr 22, 2026 Sparta-White County Chamber honored for 25-year milestone
Sparta-White County Chamber honored for 25-year milestone

A milestone moment for the Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce — but the recognition goes beyond years. It reflects something built over time.

Apr 20, 2026 First responders train for high-stakes extrications
First responders train for high-stakes extrications

White County agencies train on life-saving extrication skills, preparing for high-risk crashes where every second matters.

Apr 19, 2026 YMCA Youth Soccer brings energy to the field
YMCA Youth Soccer brings energy to the field

From first kicks to fast breaks, YMCA youth soccer brought energy, smiles, and plenty of learning moments to the field this weekend.

Education View All
Apr 23, 2026 Skipping school? Tennessee moves to close the ‘Reset Button’ on truancy
Skipping school? Tennessee moves to close the ‘Reset Button’ on truancy

Lawmakers are moving to close a loophole that lets students reset their attendance record — and schools say it could change how truancy is handled statewide.

Apr 20, 2026 Motlow State Community College Honors Lukas Smith as Student of Distinction
Motlow State Community College Honors Lukas Smith as Student of Distinction

Motlow State Community College in Sparta proudly recognizes Lukas Smith as this month’s Student of Distinction, an honor celebrating outstanding academic achievement and dedication to the community. The college extends its sincere appreciation to Citizen’s Bank for its continued sponsorship of the Student of Distinction program. Smith, a

Apr 19, 2026 From page to stage: WCHS brings Percy Jackson to life
From page to stage: WCHS brings Percy Jackson to life

The lights dropped and the room went still, but it didn’t take long for the energy to build inside the White County High School auditorium. Over two nights — April 17 and 18 — the school’s drama program delivered a full-scale production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical,

Apr 12, 2026 Monsters Unleashed: Northfield artists make national book
Monsters Unleashed: Northfield artists make national book

What started as an after-school art activity at Northfield Elementary has turned into a moment of national recognition for a group of young artists — and one standout cover design. Earlier this school year, students in Northfield’s After-School program took part in the nationwide Young Artists Monster Madness contest, an

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Apr 23, 2026 Skipping school? Tennessee moves to close the ‘Reset Button’ on truancy
Skipping school? Tennessee moves to close the ‘Reset Button’ on truancy

Lawmakers are moving to close a loophole that lets students reset their attendance record — and schools say it could change how truancy is handled statewide.

Apr 23, 2026 Traffic jams to tunnel plans: Tennessee looks underground
Traffic jams to tunnel plans: Tennessee looks underground

Tennessee lawmakers approved a plan to fast-track underground transit projects, aiming to ease travel between major cities and key destinations like Nashville’s airport.

Apr 22, 2026 Beer Board Left in Limbo After Two Resignations
Beer Board Left in Limbo After Two Resignations

Two White County commissioners resigned from the beer board after a key vote failed — leaving the board unable to function and decisions on hold.

Apr 21, 2026 TN expands testing, data collection in mass shooting cases
TN expands testing, data collection in mass shooting cases

Tennessee lawmakers want more answers after mass shootings — and a new bill aims to collect data on what may have been in a suspect’s system at the time.

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Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 Rough finale for Warriors
Rough finale for Warriors

The regular season finale didn’t come close to going the way the Warriors had hoped. The White County High School baseball team managed just two hits and a single run as they fell to the Cookeville Cavaliers, 14-1. White County’s lone run came early. Austin Pionke drew a

by Rachel Auberger
Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 Big night at the plate, tough night in the field
Big night at the plate, tough night in the field

The White County Middle School softball team pounded out 14 hits and scored 11 runs in its regular season finale, but defensive struggles proved costly. The Warriorettes committed 11 errors, leading to 12 unearned runs to go along with six earned runs, as Warren County pulled away for an 18-11

by Rachel Auberger
Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 What Happens to Your Vote After You Cast It
What Happens to Your Vote After You Cast It

For many voters, the process ends the moment the ballot is fed into the machine. But behind the scenes, there’s a clear and structured system designed to make sure every vote is counted accurately and securely. It starts at check-in. When you arrive at your polling place, election workers

by Rachel Auberger
Sparta   -   Apr 23, 2026 Board Valley Road crash leaves one injured
Board Valley Road crash leaves one injured

A crash on Board Valley Road Tuesday morning sent one driver to the hospital after a driver lost control while navigating a curve, according to a report from the White County Sheriff’s Office. The two-vehicle crash happened April 21, 2026, at approximately 9:36 a.m. along Board Valley

by Rachel Auberger
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