MUD Board will revisit manager vehicle policy in January
On Tuesday, the Metro Utilities Board voted to re-open discussions about MUD Manager vehicle usage. They will vote on a new policy in January.
October 14, 2026
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Mary Katherine Metcalf dies at 84
LOCAL OBITUARY | Lynchburg’s Mary Katherine Metcalf died on Monday. Her funeral will take place on Friday at 11 a.m. with visitation taking place on Thursday from 4-7 p.m.
SmellaQue Wins Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue
LOCAL NEWS | On Saturday, Canada’s SmellaQue walked away with The Jack. It’s the second time in the event’s 37-year history that both an international team and a woman-led team has won.
Developer Denby returns with revised Tanyard Hill Road plat
PUBLIC MEETINGS | Developer Joe Denby brought a revised plat to the Metro Planning Commission on Tuesday with three changes. Planning officials say based on Robert’s Rules, the plat had to change significantly before it could be considered again.
Eagleville Grounds Raiders on Homecoming
LOCAL SPORTS | They dazzled in the first quarter, then lost momentum. On Friday, Moore County allowed Eagleville 24 unanswered second half points — suffering a 24-6 Homecoming loss.
Attention Local Bakers: The Historical Society Needs Cakes and Pies for the Annual Jack Daniel’s Barbecue Auction
LOCAL NEWS | Do you have a locally famous recipe or talented baker in your house? The Moore County Historical Society needs your help for their annual Cake and Pie Auction.
Library Book Club Goes Sleuthing in October with a “Lady Sherlock” Mystery
MUSIC, FILM & BOOKS | It’s a Sherlock Holmes gender swap with a clever twist at the end. The Brown Bag Book Club will take on “A Study in Scarlet Women” as their October read.
Two Moore County Golfers Advance to Region
LOCAL SPORTS | Two Raider golfers will head to Linden next week for a shot at qualifying for the state tournament, which takes place October 5-6 at the River Course at the Sevierville Golf Club.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Our Name Has Changed — Your Voice Matter
LETTER TO THE EDITOR | The Concerned Citizens Focus Group of Moore County has a new name and will meet again on October 20 at the American Legion.
Metro Council Fails Denby Rezoning Second Reading
LOCAL NEWS | The rezoning passed its first reading in August, 8-5, with two members absent. On Monday, it failed its second reading 3-7, with four members absent and Metro Planning Chair Dexter Golden abstaining.
THIRD-QUARTER TURN: Huntland Pulls Away from Raiders Late to Win First Major’s Cup
LOCAL SPORTS | Moore County stayed within a point of Huntland on Friday before the Hornets pulled away late — handing them a 33-12 victory and the first-ever Major’s Cup.
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