Metro Council Votes to Defend the Gateway Lawsuit
LOCAL NEWS | By a large majority, the Metro Council voted on Monday night to move forward and defend the county against a lawsuit from townhome developer Gateway Corporation.
September 22, 2026
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First District School Board Member, Gateway Lawsuit Will Be Discussed at September Metro Council Meeting
LOCAL NEWS | Everything you need to know before Moore County’s Metro Council meeting to be held at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Building. A public hearing regarding the Denby Tanyard Hill rezoning will take place at 6:20 p.m.
THE LONGEST GOODBYE: Two Best Friends, Two Journeys with Alzheimer’s
FEATURES & INTERVIEWS | On the eve of Lynchburg’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, we spoke with Tanya Vann and Terry Sue Fanning — two local caregivers and best friends about their journey with the disease.
BATTLE OF THE BLUE: The History of the Moore County, Huntland Rivalry
LOCAL SPORTS | It dates back to the days Johnny Majors walked the streets of Lynchburg. With the new Major’s Cup now on the line, Moore County travels to Huntland for the annual rivalry game on Friday.
18-Year-Old Charged with Vehicular Homicide After Head-On Crash Kills Moore County Man
LOCAL NEWS | Authorities have charged a local 18-year-old man with vehicular homicide by recklessness in connection with the death of a Moore County man in last week’s Lost Creek Road crash.
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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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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Our Name Has Changed — Your Voice Matter
LETTER TO THE EDITOR | The Concerned Citizens Focus Group of Moore County has a new name and will meet again on October 20 at the American Legion.
Metro Council Fails Denby Rezoning Second Reading
LOCAL NEWS | The rezoning passed its first reading in August, 8-5, with two members absent. On Monday, it failed its second reading 3-7, with four members absent and Metro Planning Chair Dexter Golden abstaining.
THIRD-QUARTER TURN: Huntland Pulls Away from Raiders Late to Win First Major’s Cup
LOCAL SPORTS | Moore County stayed within a point of Huntland on Friday before the Hornets pulled away late — handing them a 33-12 victory and the first-ever Major’s Cup.
HOME COURT DISADVANTAGE: Moore County Tennis Program Looks for a New Home
LOCAL SPORTS | Three trips to state. Two college scholarships. Zero home courts. Moore County Tennis has built one of the county’s most successful student athlete programs without a place to call their own — and their latest practice arrangement just fell through.
Moore County Streamlines Visitor’s Policy
PUBLIC MEETINGS | On Monday, the Moore County School Board voted to revise the Visitors Code of Conduct from a four-page policy filled with TCA language to a one-page, easy-to-read document.
Tennessee Tech Waives Application Fee for September
STATE EDUCATION NEWS | Are you a Moore County student considering attending TN Tech next fall? They will be waiving their application fee through September.
DREMC’s Free Energy Workshops Return This October
REGIONAL NEWS | Fall and winter usually mean bigger power bills and Duck River wants to help with some free, energy saving ideas during their October workshops.
Turkey Trot Returns to Tim’s Ford State Park Oct. 17
AREA EVENTS | It’s usually a beautiful day out in the breathtaking fall foliage at nearby Tims Ford State Park — and it supports a heck of a good cause.
It’s Baby Copperhead Season Again in Moore County
STATE OUTDOOR NEW | Whether you are gardening or hiking, as the leaves start to fall, keep your eyes peeled for baby copperhead snakes to prevent avoidable bites.
David Northcutt dies at age 61
LOCAL OBITUARY | Funeral services for David Northcutt will happen on Wednesday. Visitation will begin on Tuesday in Estill Springs.
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