School board approves budget amendments; still on track for no tax increase
PUBLIC MEETINGS | Even after several budget amendments passed, the Moore County School Board says they are still in great shape for the 2026-27 budget process.
July 6, 2026
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Author who recently wrote a book set in Moore County will speak on June 14 in Lynchburg
LOCAL EVENT NEWS | An author with deep Moore County roots will visit to discuss her upcoming historical novel that’s set in Lynchburg on June 14.
OPINION: What does Lynchburg owe outside developers? Nothing more than the rules.
As AI data centers and large-scale outside investment attempt to reshape rural landscapes, small towns must remember their right to self-determine what kind of place they want to be — as long as the rules are applied evenly.
Sweeping changes coming to TN hemp industry on July 1
STATE NEWS | On July 1, a new state law will place an effective ban on high-potency hemp-derived products containing THCA that will affect at least two Lynchburg businesses.
Planning Commission, Gateway clash, again, over townhome zoning definitions
PUBLIC MEETINGS | Moore County’s Planning Commission voted 3-1 Tuesday to deny a proposed 42-unit townhome development on Main Street. The dispute comes down to two pages of the zoning ordinance — and two very different ways of reading them. Gateway Development says it will appeal.
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Local Bobby Cashion dies at age 77
LOCAL OBITUARY | Local Bobby Cashion passed away on Tuesday, June 30 at his Lois home. His funeral will take place on Monday, July 6 with visitation taking place on Sunday.
TN enacts new kidfluencer law to protect kids online
STATE NEWS | A new TN law goes in effect today regarding what parents care share about their children for profit online in the state.
Library book club picks “A Girl Called Samson” as its next read
THINGS TO DO | It’s based on the true story of a woman pretending to be a man to fight in the Revolutionary War, and it’s the Moore County Public Library’s book club’s July read.
Local authorities seek possible additional victims in gravel and fill material theft case
LOCAL NEWS | Did this man promise you gravel, dirt, and other construction materials but never deliver? If so, the Moore County Sheriff’s Department would like to talk to you.
‘Independence’ the corpse flower set to bloom at Sewanee this Fourth of July weekend
REGIONAL NEWS | What if we told you a rare corpse flower named Independence is set to bloom this weekend in nearby Sewanee and you can watch it on a free live stream?
Moore County Metro Council approves 2026-27 budget after pointed questions from member, public
PUBLIC MEETINGS | At Monday’s special-called Metro Council meeting, the council approve a two cent tax increase by a 12-2 margin for the 2026-27 budget.
TWRA steps up BUI patrols on Tims Ford this July 4th weekend
LOCAL NEWS | Boaters planning to spend the Fourth of July on Tims Ford Lake should be aware that TWRA will step up BUI enforcement this weekend.
Council takes final budget vote on Monday
PUBLIC MEETINGS | The Metro Council will take the final budget vote tonight at a special-called meeting. There will be a public hearing beginning at 6:20 p.m.
A 40-foot mural greets travelers at Dolly Parton’s new Cornersville travel stop
REGIONAL NEWS | Dolly’s new Tennessean Travel Stop is now open in nearby Cornersville and the 40-foot mural that greets you has local roots.
Frontier Days: A Lynchburg tradition for nearly 60 years
LOCAL HISTORY | From a Fourth of July celebration to a trail ride to a week long celebration to the current two-day event, the Lynchburg tradition known today as Frontier Days enjoys a past dating back to 1962.