Give back to an area that adds so much to our community. Tims Ford State Park will host a volunteer work day on Saturday to address invasive species and clean up trails.
Category: Local News
“We Are All the Same in the Dark” is library’s March book club read
A small town mystery that questions the reliability of eyewitness accounts, and the way unresolved trauma can ripple through generations. It's the perfect MCPL Book Club pick.
Fletcher named Master Distiller of the Year by Whisky Magazine
Whisky Magazine recently named Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller Chris Fletcher the Master Distiller/Master Blender of the Year at their 2026 Icons of Whisky and World Whiskies Awards America, held on February 12 in Louisville.
Sheriff files lawsuit after POST deadline missed amid disputed election guidance
What happens when a candidate misses a filing deadline — but says he relied on incorrect official guidance? That’s the question now before a Moore County judge in a lawsuit that could determine who appears on the August sheriff’s ballot.
What Happens Next With Moore County’s Proposed AI Moratorium?
Though no datacenter developers have approached Metro Moore County, local officials are set to approve an AI data center moratorium based on infrastructure concerns.
Solar farm developers address road concerns, TDEC inspection at Metro Council Meeting
Representatives from Silicon Ranch as well as contractors LPL Solar were on hand Monday night to give locals an updates on the solar farm construction progress.
Metro Council adopts the Jackson Law — strengthening local oversight of future landfills
Landfills are necessary but no one wants one in their neighborhood. On Monday, the Metro Council adopted the Jackson Law, adding a layer of local approval before any new landfill can move into Lynchburg.
MTAS explains details of property tax freeze program at Metro Council meeting
As the Metro Council considers a property tax freeze in Moore County for eligible folks over the age of 65, MTAS officials were on hand at Monday's Metro Council meeting to explain the difference in it and the property tax relief program the county already offers.
Metro Council to consider property tax freeze for qualifying seniors
At Monday's Metro Council meeting, council members will discuss whether or not to freeze property tax rates for local qualifying homeowners ages 65 and up.
Frank Fletcher dies at 73
Lynchburg's Frank Fletcher died on Saturday at the age of 73. His visitation will happen on Tuesday with the funeral to follow on Wednesday.


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