October 24, 2026
Duane Sherrill
Bulldogs beat Raiders on Senior Night
The Cornersville Bulldogs avenged their loss to Moore County last season and are now one win away from a perfect regular season after defeating the Raiders on Senior Night 28 to 6. Most of the damage came in the first…
Perfect storm – Wildfire risk elevated
An unusually hot summer, a significant drought and damage dating back to last year’s ice event could form a perfect storm this fall when it comes to wildfires in the south, according to a report released by the Southern Group of State Foresters.
Moore splits with Cascade in middle school hoops
The Moore County Middle School Middle School got its hoops season underway this past week, splitting a pair with Cascade, the boys winning and the girls taking a loss. Champions – 34 Raiders – 41 The Raiders actually trailed after…
Moore County falls at Fayetteville
The Moore County Raiders held their first half-time lead since week-one but saw it dissolve in the cold October mist as they fell at Fayetteville City 34-7 in a key region clash. It was a game of two distinctly different…
Public hearing on proposed quarry Tuesday
The Metro Lynchburg/Moore County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 in the county building basement at 241 Main Street for the purpose of requesting a special exception for a quarry through Article VII, section…
Free flu shots Tuesday
Want something for free? The Tennessee Department of Health is offering free flu shots Tuesday. The event will be held at Lynchburg Church of Christ located at 376 Main Street in Lynchburg from 4-6 p.m. Before that, those wanting a…
Tennesseans urged to follow fire prevention best practices during wildfire season
Beginning Oct. 15, Tennesseans must obtain a free burn permit before burning leaves or natural debris or conducting prescribed burns. As wildfire season begins, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) encourages residents and visitors to observe National Fire Prevention Week by practicing fire prevention and exercising extra caution when burning outdoors. Tennessee averages about 1,000 wildfires each year, burning approximately 18,000 acres.
Motlow soccer runs through district
Motlow Bucks Soccer has had a great 2026-27 season thus far, starting 9-52 while tearing it up in the district, going 7-1-2.
Owls top Raiders in nonconferenee tilt
Mistakes cost the Raiders as their losing streak was extended to five while the Smith County Owls snapped their five-game losing streak with a 21-0 win in Lynchburg.
Eyes to the Skies – SpaceX treats early risers
While SpaceX launches are common, the Tuesday, Oct. 13 launch from Cape Canaveral had early risers looking to the skies as the Falcon 9 rocket bearing a robotic Dragon capsule created a celestial wonder that lit up social media from…