REGIONAL NEWS | What if we told you a rare corpse flower named Independence is set to bloom this weekend in nearby Sewanee and you can watch it on a free live stream?
July 17, 2026
Author: Tabitha Evans Moore (Tabitha Evans Moore)
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Moore County Metro Council approves 2026-27 budget after pointed questions from member, public
PUBLIC MEETINGS | At Monday's special-called Metro Council meeting, the council approve a two cent tax increase by a 12-2 margin for the 2026-27 budget.
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TWRA steps up BUI patrols on Tims Ford this July 4th weekend
LOCAL NEWS | Boaters planning to spend the Fourth of July on Tims Ford Lake should be aware that TWRA will step up BUI enforcement this weekend.
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WITH HONOR: Jack sponsors U.S. flag retirement box for the community
LOCAL NEWS | Jack Daniel's recently installed a flag retirement box at the gazebo to make it easy for locals to dispose of tattered flags with dignity.
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Council takes final budget vote on Monday
PUBLIC MEETINGS | The Metro Council will take the final budget vote tonight at a special-called meeting. There will be a public hearing beginning at 6:20 p.m.
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A 40-foot mural greets travelers at Dolly Parton’s new Cornersville travel stop
REGIONAL NEWS | Dolly's new Tennessean Travel Stop is now open in nearby Cornersville and the 40-foot mural that greets you has local roots.
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The Keepers of Lynchburg’s Roasted Corn Flame
FEATURES & INTERVIEWS | It's a Lynchburg tradition that dates back decades and will raise money for a Moore County Middle School student battling leukemia. It's also delicious.
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An Insider’s Guide to Frontier Days
THINGS TO DO | Here are 10 don't miss things we think you should check out at Frontier Days this weekend. It kicks off Friday night and concludes Saturday night with a free fireworks show.
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Frontier Days: A Lynchburg tradition for nearly 60 years
LOCAL HISTORY | From a Fourth of July celebration to a trail ride to a week long celebration to the current two-day event, the Lynchburg tradition known today as Frontier Days enjoys a past dating back to 1962.
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TDOT is giving away free pollinator seeds
STATE NEWS | The Tennessee Department of Transportation's Project Milkweed opens orders this week with a new, native flower blend available for first time.