Lynchburg is uniting to support 16-year-old Ryan Vaughn as he awaits a life-saving heart transplant. From a donation car wash to a full evening of food, music, and fundraising, the community is stepping up to help a beloved local teen and his family during their time of need.
Category: Local News
Lynchburg Storybook Theater Club Announces Fall 2025 Season
Curious about youth theater? The Lynchburg Storybook Theater Club will host a interest meeting on Wednesday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m. at the Moore County Public Library.
Council to appoint new first district member in August
The Metro Council will appoint a new member to replace Darrell Richards, who resigned in June, during their August 18 meeting.
Bobcat fever on the rise this year
According to local vets, including Dr. Bryant Morton of the Lynchburg Veterinary Hospital, cases of bobcat fever are on the rise in the area.
Local dies in Highway 82 accident
A young father is dead as a result of a two-car accident along Highway 82 in Bedford County. The accident occurred on July 4.
Resource Center, Senior Center among 2025 United Way grants
The Moore County Resource Center and Moore County Senior Center were among 65 agency programs to receive 2025-26 grants from United Way. In total they gave out $685,000 in regional support.
TVA seek input on new Tims Ford plan
Got an opinion about how land around Tims Ford Reservoir should be utilizes? TVA invites public input on proposed revision to the Tims Ford Reservoir Land Management Plan.
Motlow, Nearest Green launch Distilled Spirits Program
Motlow launches a new Distilled Spirits Program this fall – training students in the art of whiskey-making, right where Tennessee whiskey was born.
Hammond earns Distinguished Tennessean Scholarship
LOCAL NEWS | Recent MCHS graduate Tripp Hammond is the lone Moore County recipient of UT's Distinguished Tennessean Scholarships.
Property owner seeks lot line adjustment for historic home
LOCAL NEWS | The Metro Planning Commission recently referred a local property owner to the Board of Zoning Appeals over a zero-lot line non-conformity caused by a bathroom addition in the historic district.









