Raiderettes end season against Coalfield, 54-41
LOCAL SPORTS | It was the the final game for Moore County’s eight seniors on Wednesday as the Raiderettes fell to Coalfield in an Elite Eight game at MTSU.
March 15, 2025
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Raiderettes Swarm McEwen, Punch Ticket to State Tournament
LOCAL SPORTS | The Moore County Raiderettes don’t just play defense—they cause chaos. On Saturday, in front of a fired-up home crowd, they did exactly that, frustrating McEwen’s top scorer, forcing turnovers, and keeping the Lady Warriors off balance for four straight quarters.
Raiderettes defense tightens in the second half to beat Richland, 54-43
LOCAL SPORTS | They trapped, harassed, intercepted passes, and forced turnovers. On Wednesday, the Raiderette defense played pressure for 32 minutes of basketball to win their second consecutive Region 5A title.
Scrappy Raiderettes out muscle Cornersville, 34-18
LOCAL SPORTS | It was an intense 24 minutes of girls’ high school basketball, but the Raiderettes managed to pull away in the second half — beating Cornersville 34-18 in the Region 5A Semifinal.
Bench scores 40 in Raiderettes 80-36 win over Culleoka in Region 5A tourney game
LOCAL SPORTS | Every Raiderette got valuable playing time that will pay off down the stretch on Friday. The bench contributed 40 points in Moore County’s 80-36 win over Culleoka.
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HOMECOMING: Former sheriff’s daughters return as tour guide at Moore County Jail Museum
FEATURES & INTERVIEWS | Two of former Moore County Sheriff Ron Cunningham's daughters recently returned to Lynchburg to serve as tours guides in their former home, the Moore County Jail Museum.
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Historical Society will discuss the historic Bethel Cemetery on March 16
LOCAL HISTORY | A descendent of Lynchburg founder Thomas Rountree will discuss the historic Bethel Cemetery located near the entrance of the distillery at the next Moore County Historical Society meeting.
Moore County non-resident tuition will remain unchanged for the 2025-26 school year
LOCAL NEWS | For families choosing to enroll students in Moore County Schools from outside the district, tuition rates will remain unchanged next year.
Native Rosa Ann Burton dies at 79
LOCAL OBIT | Funeral services for Rosa Ann Burton will take place on Saturday at 2 p.m. Visitation will begin at noon.
TN state parks have $1.9 billion impact on the state economy
A recent study finds that nearby Tims Ford and other Tennessee State Parks across the state have a $1.9 billion impact on the state economy and employ over 13,000 people.
TN book award winner re-examines plantation life in West TN
ARTS & CULTURE | A humanizing re-examination of the Davies Manor located near Memphis is the 2024 Tennessee History Book Award winner.
Amateur Ham Radio Festival planned for March 7-8
THINGS TO DO | Interested in learning more about amateur radio? There’s an Amateur Ham Radio Fest planned for March 7-8 with a swap and shop, seminars, and an FCC amateur radio license exam session.
Lynchburg native Steve Durm dies at 76
LOCAL OBIT | Native Steve Durm died on Thursday, February 27 at the age of 76. Visitation with the family will happen on Tuesday at the Lynchburg Funeral Home.
Martin unstoppable in Raiders 63-50 Region 5A tourney win over Cornersville
LOCAL SPORTS | Big man Peyton Martin put up 25 on Saturday to help earn Moore County a 63-50 win over Cornersville and another game. They play Richland on Tuesday.
Moore County Pre K plans registration date on April 4
LOCAL NEWS | If your child will be three or four in the upcoming school year, they may qualify for the Moore County School System’s Pre K program. Open registration will take place on April 4 at LES.
MTSU alum nominated for an Oscar for his work on “The Wild Robot”
ARTS & CULTURE | He credits much of his success to his MTSU recording industry major. Keep your eyes peeled for Brian Chumney during tonight’s Oscars.