LOCAL SPORTS | Senior Logan Hegwood scored the game-winning basket as time expired to lift Moore County to a 51-49 win over Forrest on Tuesday. The Raiders kick off district play on Friday in Lynchburg against Eagleville.
December 19, 2024
Tag: Moore County
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Moore County contributes over $561 million to state agricultural economy
AG NEWS | A new report by UT Extension states that Moore County's direct agricultural output at $561.9 million, generating an economic impact of $603.6 million, and creating 1,119 jobs.
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Local preacher arrested on prostitution charge
Moore County deputies arrested a local preacher last Thursday for a prostitution related charge. He remains in custody on a $100,000 bond.
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Vicki Cole dies at the age of 71
LOCAL OBITUARY | Grandmother of 12, Vicki Cole died on Monday. Visitation with the family will take place on Friday, December 2 from 5 – 8 p.m. at Lynchburg Funeral Home.
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Metro Council reduces speed limit on Smith Chapel Drive
LOCAL NEWS | It's a narrow winding Moore County backroad. On Monday, the Metro Council voted to lower the official speed limit on Smith's Chapel Drive from 45 miles per hour to 30 miles per hour.
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Moore County Historical Society meets on Nov. 13
Founders formed Moore County in 1871, but in 1988 voters passed a referendum to consolidate Lynchburg and Moore County's government and services under Metro Moore County. Learn more on November 13 when former County Executive Bill Thomas speaks at the Moore County Historical Society meeting.
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Jack Daniel’s donates $41,000 to MCHS Athletics
LOCAL NEWS | The Jack Daniel Distillery recently made a $41,000 donation to both the Moore County High School and Middle County athletic programs.
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Metro Council passes 2022-23 budget
LOCAL NEWS | On Monday, the Metro Council passed the third and final reading of the 2022-23 Metro Budget. The four cent property tax increase will represent $10 additional dollars on a $100,000 home.
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Motlow plans Admission, Advisement, and Registration Day on all campuses
LOCAL EDUCATION NEWS | Motlow State will host 12 days of admissions, advisement, and registration assistance for local students beginning on June 27.
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Jack will continue “slop” program in a different way
LOCAL NEWS | On Thursday, Jack Daniel’s officials met with local farmers and announced a compromise on the proposed phase out of the Feeder Cow Program.