Fiery Gizzard State Park, once part of South Cumberland State Park, is now a standalone state park. It's a great fall color viewing spot and less than 40 miles from Lynchburg.
June 29, 2026
Author: Tabitha Evans Moore (Tabitha Evans Moore)
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State looking for volunteer nominees from Moore County
Know a Moore County volunteer and community leader who deserves recognition? The Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards is looking for nominations.
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Jack introduces new high-proof rye
They aged it in one of the oldest barrelhouses on Tanyard Hill and at proof's upwards of 148, Lynchburg's newest local product is sure to be a cult favorite.
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WOODARD’S MARKET: A Lynchburg tradition six generations strong
In our latest Lynchburg small business profile, we talked to Woodard’s Market – a rural grocery store here in Moore County that's a community tradition and part of the heartbeat of Lynchburg.
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State burn permits now required in Moore County
Moore County fire safety officials remind locals that state burn permits are now required through May 15.
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Council declines developer’s request to continue apartment project under previous zoning
An affordable housing project for Moore County is stalled after the Metro Council failed to grandfather the developer under previous zoning.
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Locals, nonprofits brace for no SNAP benefits in November
Tennessee SNAP benefits may not be available in November due to the federal government shutdown – potentially shifting the needs of Moore County recipients to local agencies like the Moore County Resource Center.
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Raiders look for first region win at Cornersville
The Raiders will look for their first district win at Cornersville this Friday following a 33-7 homecoming loss to Fayetteville this past Friday night.
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Jack makes United Way donation
The distillery recently made a donation to United Way of South Central Tennessee, which serves Moore and the surrounding counties.
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Oak Barrel Half Marathon registration opens Sunday
Set your alarms. Registration for next year's Oak Barrel Half Marathon opens at 6 a.m. on Sunday, and spots usually sell out quickly.