Local Laken Ward Hipps publishes her first romance novel
In honor of Valentines’ Day, we caught up with native Laken Ward Hipps about her first romance novel and writing as a single mom.
December 12, 2025
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Determined Raiderettes down Huntland in final regular season game
The Raiderettes fought back in the fourth quarter against Huntland to earn a 46-39 win and the top spot in District 9A. Madison Dingler led with 14 points.
Raiderettes look to secure district top spot in final home game against Huntland
Double teams, foul trouble, and a battle between two rivals for the number one spot, oh my. The Raiderettes will play the Huntland Lady Hornets in the final regular season home game on Friday.
Nearest & Jack announce 2024 Spirits on the Rise dates
Brands have until March 1 to express interest in attending this years’ Spirits on the Rise Summit happening in Lynchburg and Shelbyville on April 15-16.
Motlow State will host TCCAA tourney in March
The Tennessee Community College Athletic Association Region VII Basketball Tournament will return to Motlow College’s Moore County campus on March 8-12.
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MTSU fall graduation happens on Saturday
The Moore County High School to Middle Tennessee State University pipeline is strong and multiple Moore County student will be among those earning degrees during the Fall 2025 graduation ceremony on Saturday.
TWRA now accepting wildlife photo contest entries
Attention Lynchburg Wildlife Photographers: The TWRA is now accepting photo entries for the 2026 Tennessee Wildlife Magazine calendar. Entry details are in the article.
Raiderettes make it five in a row
Emma Dye led the way with 12 points in the Raiderettes fifth straight win of the season. They beat Culleoka 58-40 in Lynchburg on Tuesday.
MTSU surveys: Consumer outlook plummets
Nearby MTSU boasts its own Consumer Research Institute and according to its latest Tennessee Consumer Outlook Index survey, consumer confidence is down 16 percent – the lowest score in 10 years. What are your thoughts?
School Board renews Director’s contract
At Monday’s Moore County School Board meeting, members voted unanimously to renew Director of Schools Chad Moorehead’s contract.
Raiders fall to non-district Cannon County
Moore County dropped a non-district game against Cannon County on Monday in Woodbury. Cooper Dickey led for the Raiders with eight points followed by Colton Morey with six.
Vikings top Raiders
The Raiders lost in Community on Friday night, 80-42. Colton Morey led with 16 points.
Sharpe, Dye combine for 34 in Community win
The Raiderettes squeaked past the Viqueens on Friday in Unionville. Ally Sharpe and Emma Dye combined for 34 points.
Raiderettes stay perfect with Huntland win
The Middle School Raiderettes managed to stay perfect with a big 45-34 win over Huntland on Thursday in Lynchburg. Addison Brandon led with 18 points.
MCMS Raiders sting Hornets in lopsided contest
The Middle School Raiders managed a lopsided victory over Huntland on Thursday in Lynchburg. Two Raiders, Laken Wade and Grayson Hill, scored double digit points.