LOCAL NEWS | As the spirits industry contracts and two suitors compete for Jack Daniel’s parent company, the structure of each deal — not just the price — may be the most important factor for the community that built its economy around the distillery.
Author: Tabitha Evans Moore (Tabitha Evans Moore)
Metro Council saves summer for local kiddos
PUBLIC MEETINGS | The Lynchburg Pool has always been more than a place to swim. Monday night, the Metro Council made sure it stays open this summer despite a big repair bill.
Metro Council gives Planning Commission some teeth
PUBLIC MEETINGS | Moore County's planning office has long been able to notify violators — but notification alone doesn't make them stop. Monday's vote gives the county a formal cease and desist mechanism.
State bill to close TN primaries dies in committee on 6-6 tie
STATE NEWS | Yes, Tennessee primaries are open and the state has no party registration. A bill that sought to change that failed in the state legislature today.
Celebrate a century-old sandwich at the Slawburger Festival
THINGS TO DO | It's part of nearby Fayetteville's culinary heritage and a deliciously fun day. The Slawburger Festival happens this weekend.
Raiderettes fall short against Cannon County, 9-6
LOCAL SPORTS | The Raiderettes dropped a close one on Senior Night — losing to Cannon County 9-6 in Lynchburg.
MCMS Raiderettes blast past Hunland
LOCAL SPORTS | The Moore County Middle School Raiderettes are finding their fifth gear at just the right time. They blasted the Lady Hornets at Huntland on Tuesday leading into the conference tournament.
Forever Loved: Dingus twins pass
LOCAL OBITUARY | Two Moore County twins, born prematurely, passed at birth. The family is collecting donations to the Moore County Resource Center in their honor.
Sazerac puts a number on the table: $15 billion for Brown-Forman
LOCAL NEWS | The privately held Louisville spirits company has formally offered $32 a share for the parent of Jack Daniel's Distillery — escalating what had been an exploratory approach into a direct rival bid against Pernod Ricard.
It’s Dennison’s strawberry season
REGIONAL NEWS | If it's April, that means Dennison Family Farm strawberries are in season and you don't want to miss out.









