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Special Olympics Spring Games May 4
The Special Olympics Area 13 Spring Games will take place on Monday, May 4, at Tullahoma High School (THS), bringing together athletes from across the region for a day of competition, celebration, and community spirit.
General Sessions
Metro Moore County General Sessions Court Docket Judge Terry Gregory 4.6.26 Landon M Barbour was charged with unlawful use of a cell phone while driving.
Silicon Ranch updates Planning and Zoning
Silicon Ranch representatives Morey Hill and Bryan Runion attended April’s Planning and Zoning (P&Z) meeting to update the commission on steps taken to rectify past issues.
Regina Joye Qualls, 56
Regina Joye Qualls, 56, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 19, 1970, in Tullahoma to the late Billy and Wanda (Smith) Bradford.
Arrests
The following individuals were arrested or being held in Metro Moore County March 27th - April 3rd Robert B Bradford, Tullahoma. Charged with domestic assault. Court 4.18.26 Oseas V Deleon, Shelbyville. Charged with divining with no license.
Raline named in multi-million dollar lawsuit
A candidate for Moore County Sheriff has just been hit with a federal lawsuit in his role as Monteagle Police Chief.
Man drowns after falling overboard
A Tullahoma man drowned this past Sunday afternoon falling off his paddle craft at Tims Ford Lake in Moore County.
General Sessions
Metro Moore County General Sessions Court Judge Terry Gregory March 31, 2026 Asiah Bishop was charged with harassment. Review 6.16.26 Bond $1000 David J Bush was charged and found guilty of allowing a dog to run at large. Paying restitution l. Given an 11/29 probation until paid in full. Offi cer O’Haver Alton C Christian was charged with speeding, violation of financial responsibility law, as driving on a revoked license. Continued 4.18.26 Offi cer Keele Tammilin N Davis was charged with probation violation and failure to appear. Bond $5000. Continued 6.9.26 Oseas Velazquez Deleon was charged with failure to display registration plates (dismissed) and driving without a license (Guilty- paying fines and costs) Review 5.5.26 Dismissed Officer Underwood Tyler Bruce Draper Sr was charged with driving on an expired registration (dismissed), DUI, possession of a handgun while under the influence and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bond $17,000. Officer Leverette Domingo L Espinoza was charged with light law violation and driving without a license. (Guilty) Nathan W Farrar was charged with patronizing prostitution and giving false reports. Bond $7,000. Continued 5.19.26 Officer Carson
The square will be cookin’ in April
April 25 will see the Inaugural “It’s Still Chili” Cook-Off in Lynchburg, an event sanctioned by the International Chili Society (ICS). There will be four categories, Traditional Red, Homestyle with Jack, Kid’s Cook, and Squires Only. Prize money will be awarded the top winners in each category. The event is set to debut along with the 30th annual Spring in the Hollow.
Thompson wins 17th annual Oak Barrel
Christian Thompson of Ooltewah broke the tape first at the 17th annual Oak Barrel Half Marathon Saturday morning, finishing ahead of over 1,700 other runners that flooded the streets in and around Lynchburg.