Oak Barrel Half Marathon takes place on Saturday
Moore County drivers should expect delays Saturday morning and be on the lookout for runners as the Oak Barrel Half Marathon returns to Lynchburg.
March 14, 2025
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MCHS Tennis works toward three-peat of district championship
Moore County High School’s tennis team is off to great start through the first three weeks, but their eye is on a three-peat of the District 11 championship.
Lynchburg man arrested for suspected psychedelic mushroom grow operation
A Lynchburg man called local authorities to report a burglary early Thursday morning, and wound up in cuffs himself after deputies discovered a large psychedelic mushroom grow operation in his home.
Moorehead Pavilion gets a refresh this summer thanks to state tourism grant and Jack Daniels
Moorehead Pavilion in Wiseman Park will get a refresh this summer thanks to a state tourism grant and donated funds from The Jack Daniel Distillery. The $100,000 project will happen with zero local tax dollars.
Nearest Green’s Humble Baron celebrates one year anniversary with Nappy Roots concert
It’s gonna be a good day! Humble Baron, the bar at the Nearest Green Distillery, will celebrate it’s one-year anniversary with a free concert from Nappy Roots.
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Historical Society will discuss the historic Bethel Cemetery on March 16
LOCAL HISTORY | A descendent of Lynchburg founder Thomas Rountree will discuss the historic Bethel Cemetery located near the entrance of the distillery at the next Moore County Historical Society meeting.
Moore County non-resident tuition will remain unchanged for the 2025-26 school year
LOCAL NEWS | For families choosing to enroll students in Moore County Schools from outside the district, tuition rates will remain unchanged next year.
Native Rosa Ann Burton dies at 79
LOCAL OBIT | Funeral services for Rosa Ann Burton will take place on Saturday at 2 p.m. Visitation will begin at noon.
TN state parks have $1.9 billion impact on the state economy
A recent study finds that nearby Tims Ford and other Tennessee State Parks across the state have a $1.9 billion impact on the state economy and employ over 13,000 people.
TN book award winner re-examines plantation life in West TN
ARTS & CULTURE | A humanizing re-examination of the Davies Manor located near Memphis is the 2024 Tennessee History Book Award winner.
Amateur Ham Radio Festival planned for March 7-8
THINGS TO DO | Interested in learning more about amateur radio? There’s an Amateur Ham Radio Fest planned for March 7-8 with a swap and shop, seminars, and an FCC amateur radio license exam session.
Lynchburg native Steve Durm dies at 76
LOCAL OBIT | Native Steve Durm died on Thursday, February 27 at the age of 76. Visitation with the family will happen on Tuesday at the Lynchburg Funeral Home.
Martin unstoppable in Raiders 63-50 Region 5A tourney win over Cornersville
LOCAL SPORTS | Big man Peyton Martin put up 25 on Saturday to help earn Moore County a 63-50 win over Cornersville and another game. They play Richland on Tuesday.
Moore County Pre K plans registration date on April 4
LOCAL NEWS | If your child will be three or four in the upcoming school year, they may qualify for the Moore County School System’s Pre K program. Open registration will take place on April 4 at LES.
MTSU alum nominated for an Oscar for his work on “The Wild Robot”
ARTS & CULTURE | He credits much of his success to his MTSU recording industry major. Keep your eyes peeled for Brian Chumney during tonight’s Oscars.