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Lifestyles
Sales tax weekend is this weekend
Staff report Tennesseans will enjoy sales tax weekend again July 31 through Aug. 2, marking decades of savings for families just in time for back-to-school.…
History
This Week in History: Smokey Bear Becomes an American Icon
NOVA MCGILL Contributor On August 2, 1944, the United States Forest Service and the Ad Council introduced Smokey Bear, one of the most famous wildlife…
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News
Ketner’s Mill reopens to the public
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The historic Ketner’s Mill property has officially reopened; however, it has several new rules put in place for guests. Recently announced on social media through Facebook, Ketner’s Mill is now officially open back up to the general public, its opening day being Friday, Aug. 28. The decision to reopen the property…
Entertainment
Phillips wins L. Ron Hubbard writing award
Whitwell author Casey Phillips is a winner in the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest earning him a trip to Hollywood for a week-long master-class workshop, an awards event and his winning story will be published in the international bestselling anthology, L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 43. The Contest,…
Sports
Whitwell Drops Home Opener to Bledsoe County
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer The Whitwell Tigers played their first home game of the season last Friday against the Bledsoe County Warriors. It was an opportunity…
Education
Andrew Dunn recognized as America’s Favorite Student Champion
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Jasper Middle School student Andrew Dunn has recently been recognized for winning the 2026 America’s Favorite Student online competition. Dunn was…