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The Metro Moore County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to increase impaired driving enforcement from December 15, 2023, to January 1, 2024, surrounding the holiday season. The THSO’s statewide Booze It and Lose It campaign is part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over nationwide mobilization.

The Coffee County Rescue Squad sustained significant damage when a fire ripped through the building on the morning of Monday, Dec. 4, destroying both equipment and Christmas donations. The destruction in the neighboring county has prompted Metro Moore County Fire and Rescue to spring into action to help their friends...

The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a tornado watch until 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 in Lincoln and Moore County.

Christmas in Lynchburg took place as usual despite a day of significant rain. The sidewalks of the Lynchburg square were flocked with umbrellas of visitors as well as locals venturing out to shop and enjoy the start of the holiday season in Moore County. The parade was the only event moved to another day which took place on Monday, December 4 at 5:30pm. This date proved to be much more enjoyable for parade goers in terms of weather.

The Franklin County High School boys and girls wrestling teams competed in a home meet Tuesday against the teams of Lawrence County, Moore County and Oakland. The Rebelettes won all three of their duals for the day while the Rebels picked up two wins out of their three team matchups for the meet.

Tennessee’s best high school football players for 2023 were recognized at the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards luncheon hosted by the Tennessee Titans. More than 400 people, including the honorees, their families, coaches, school administrators and members of the media from all parts of the state, attended the 2023 luncheon at Nissan Stadium.

Both Moore County teams scored in the 40s this past week in their tilts on the hardwood against Cascade. However, only the girls came out victorious this past week with the girls winning 43-33 while the boys fell in their season opener, 55-44. Moore County Raiderettes – 43 Cascade...

Moore County’s own Dawson White has been named winner of the 2023 Mr. Football award for 1A, emerging Tuesday from a field of three finalists for the prestigious honor. Dawson White won after being named finalist a few weeks ago. He was in the finals along with Ben Franklin of Cornersville and Cameron Schlicht of Dresden. He received honor of being named Mr. Football two weeks after the Raiders were bounced from the playoffs by defending champion McKenzie 28-27, the loss also ending their undefeated season. South Pittsburg ended up beating McKenzie 14-7 in the state championship game this past Friday in Chattanooga.

Moore County High School was transformed recently into a Coffee House complete with live entertainment. The Class of 2026 hosted this event as a fundraiser to help fund their Senior Trip. Tickets to the event were sold prior as well as at the door. A full menu of specialty hot...

The Raiderettes came up a bucket short following a barn burner against Summertown in the finals of Cornersville Thanksgiving Classic this past week, falling 37-35. The appearance in the finals of the holiday tournament capped a busy week for the Moore County High School girls as they started the season out 3-2, their losses to state ranked Upperman 39-21 in their season opener at the Hall of Fame at Cascade in Wartrace and their close tilt against Summertown. Meanwhile the Raiderettes tasted victory three times over their busy week, topping LaVergne 59-28 in the Hall of Fame at Wartrace and then pounding Giles County 45-20 in the opening round of the Cornersville Classic and rocking host Cornersville 54-12.

Start the Christmas season with the 2023 Motlow College Christmas Concert! Enjoy holiday favorites that spread the Christmas cheer for all to hear. All concerts take place in the Moore County Campus’s Eoff Hall Auditorium. – Thursday, November 30 at 7 p.m. (reception at 6 p.m.) – Sunday, December...

The United Way of Highway 55, which serves Coffee, Moore and Warren counties, offered their Thriving United Workshop for nonprofits and businesses this past week, with attendees learning about marketing, websites, grant writing and media relations. The event, attended by numerous representatives of nonprofits and businesses, was held at The...

Dry weather has allowed for ample harvest time for Moore County farmers, but has negatively impacted winter wheat, rye and pasture seeding, according to Tennessee Crop Weather from the US Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service. Livestock producers across parts of the state are beginning or continuing to feed hay as pastures are getting drier.

The Moore County Board of Education approved changes to its policies regarding drone usage during athletic activities or special events. During its November meeting, the Moore County Board of Education reviewed policy 3.219: Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones). Director of Schools Chad Moorehead said there are several school districts that have a similar policy where they either don’t enforce it or allow someone on campus to give permission to outside groups to operate drones on campus.

The 2024 Queen Bee Calendar with People's Choice Queen Gina Baker on the cover, featuring the beautiful senior ladies that participated in this year's pageant, will be available to buy for only $20 during the Christmas in Lynchburg event on Dec. 2. Organizers are ordering a limited amount and fully...

Moore County’s own Dawson White has been named a finalist for Mr. Football, making him one of three players in 1A to remain with hopes of hoisting the coveted award for best player. Dawson White made the cut after being named as a semi-finalist a few weeks ago. He...

The United Way of Highway 55, which serves Coffee, Moore and Warren counties, offered their Thriving United Workshop for nonprofits and businesses this past week, with attendees learning about marketing, websites, grant writing and media relations. The event, attended by numerous representatives of nonprofits and businesses, was held at The...

On Friday, November 17, kicking off at 7:00 PM CT, Moore County High School will play McKenzie High School in Lynchburg, TN. Follow high school football this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. McKenzie vs. Moore County Game Information. Game...

There is high school football competition in Moore County, Tennessee this week, and information on how to stream these matchups is available right here. Follow High School Football this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. Other Games in Tennessee This...

Moore County has kept the distinction of having the lowest unemployment rate in the Volunteer State in the latest state numbers, reporting just 2.6% joblessness, a mark approached only by Sevier County. Ninety-three of Tennessee’s 95 counties recorded unemployment rates below 5% in September, while statewide unemployment inched up for...