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

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

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.

The Del Toro family name is a familiar one in Sparta’s business community, and one of their latest venture is continuing that tradition of local entrepreneurship. One of the family’s newest additions is Jaxito Burrito, a fast-casual restaurant that has quickly carved out its own place in town’

Located at 100 W. Bockman Way, The Art Bin brings a bright splash of color and creativity to downtown Sparta, offering a welcoming place where residents of all ages can sit down, pick up a paintbrush, and create something uniquely their own.

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

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

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Sparta's fourth finals appearance ends in a silver ball falling to Dyersburg

The Warriorette Flag Football team dropped their third straight game Friday night, but there were encouraging signs throughout the game. White County’s offense got going in this week’s game, something they haven’t been able to do in the two previous outings, and they put double-digit points on

The Warriorettes will play for a State Championship Saturday

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A member of the Doyle Volunteer Fire Department has reached an important milestone in his firefighting career while also earning special recognition from his instructors and classmates.

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

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,

Motlow State Community College in Sparta proudly recognizes Mason Simmons 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. Simmons, an

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

The proposed bill warns judges to cooperate with ICE.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Del Toro family name is a familiar one in Sparta’s business community, and one of their latest venture is continuing that tradition of local entrepreneurship. One of the family’s newest additions is Jaxito Burrito, a fast-casual restaurant that has quickly carved out its own place in town’

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.

The proposed bill warns judges to cooperate with ICE.