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Director Moorehead addresses Planning Commission
Director of Schools Chad Moorehead spoke to the Planning and Zoning Commission at May’s meeting to give an update on school enrollment. Though enrollment has seen a steady increase in recent years, this year’s enrollment jumped by 44 students. Though that number may not seem like a lot, with average class sizes running between 65 and 75 students from year to year, that number is close to a whole new graduating class.

MUD reduces rates again
The Metro Utility Department’s budget was the main topic of May’s board meeting. The 2026-2027 budget sees few changes from this year’s budget other… Login to continue reading Login…
Storybook Theater sets performances
Angela Comp Has chosen the book It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny by Marilyn Sadler to convert to a play for her Lynchburg Storybook Theater Club this year. The play…
Moore County graduation this Friday
Fifty-five Moore County seniors are set to walk the stage this Friday evening during Moore County graduation. The event will begin at 6 p.m. this… Login to continue reading Login…
Gateway lawyers up at planning meeting
Gateway Development Corporation’s representative Troy Woodis returned to the Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission’s May meeting, bringing legal counsel Madison Haynes with him. Prior to… Login to continue reading Login…

Moore County now in Memphis district
Moore and Bedford counties are going to see big changes when it comes to its representation in Washington D.C. as a Republican redistricting plan has put both counties in the same district as parts of inner-city Memphis. The redistricting was signed into law by governor Friday.

Giel named new MCHS principal
ndy Giel has been named new principal at Moore County High School, taking the place of Josh Deal who is leaving the school’s helm to take another position within the local system.

Moore County competes at Special Olympics
Moore County competes at Special Olympics

Jack offers $600 bottle of whiskey
The Jack Daniel Distillery has announced the limited release of Jack Daniel’s Halo MK1 Tennessee Whiskey, a super-premium collaboration with the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team featuring custom packaging and specially- crafted Tennessee Whiskey that nods to the brands’ shared commitment to excellence. The bottle is the most premium and limited global release in Jack Daniel’s history, retailing at $599.99 USD.
Jail renovation price tag tops $1 million
Sheriff Tyler Hatfield reported to Metro Council at April’s meeting regarding the needed jail renovations. The list includes roof, decking, and rafter repair, upgrading the kitchen and intake areas, and adding beds to the female housing area. The kitchen update will include moving walls and replacing residential appliances with industrial appliances. Upgrading the intake area will also involve moving walls.
