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.
March 13, 2026
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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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MUD Board does away with commercial rates for short term rentals
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MUD Board decides to continue to accept cash
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School Board votes to keep out-of-county tuition level
PUBLIC MEETINGS COVERAGE | School board votes to hold non-resident tuition steady at $400 per child as enrollment grows and academic rankings climb.
New filings intensify fight over scope of Uncle Nearest receivership
Murky corporate boundaries and a growing effort to keep the legal fight inside the courtroom rather than the court of public opinion are the themes running through two new receiver filings in the Farm Credit vs. Nearest Green case Thursday morning.
Planning Commission looks to clarify R3 language as tiny homes construction ramps up
How big is a “tiny home”? That question came up Tuesday night as Moore County officials discussed ordinance language governing a local tiny homes development. Planning officials said the wording of the current rule may need clarification as the project moves forward.
It’s Star Party season at MTSU
MTSU is in the thick of another Star Party season with monthly lectures and telescope observations slated through the rest of the semester. The March 6 lecture focuses on ancient astronomy.
Jack launches new McLaren bottle to celebrate F1 season
In celebration of the new F1 season, Jack Daniel’s has debuted a new limited edition Tennessee Whiskey in partnership with the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 team.
Raiderettes end their season against Richland at Region 5A tourney
They battled in the second half — giving the Lady Raiders all they wanted, especially on defense — but the Raiderettes ended their 2025-26 season with a 49-40 loss to Richland on Monday.
Tims Ford State Park needs volunteer for Weed Wrangle
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.
“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.