June 11, 2026
Lifestyles
Mother’s Day Market opens to all on Courthouse Square
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer In time for Mother’s Day, Jasper’s Courthouse Square was bursting with vendors and visitors alike during this year’s annual Mother’s Day…
History
This Week in History: The Day Star Wars Changed Movies Forever
NOVA MCGILL Contributor When Star Wars premiered on May 25, 1977, almost nobody expected it to become one of the most influential movies ever made.…
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News
Tennessee to implement new welcome signs
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The state of Tennessee has recently unveiled its newest welcome sign, the first in three decades. The new design was recently unveiled by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD), and Gov. Bill Lee at the Unicoi County Welcome Center in Erwin, Tenn. The unveiling…
Entertainment
2026 Mr. & Miss Liberty Pageant
NOVA MCGILL Contributor The Mr. and Miss Liberty Pageant was held on Saturday, June 6 at The Princess Theatre in South Pittsburg as part of the community’s celebration of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The event brought together contestants from the local area to showcase their patriotism, confidence, and community spirit while honoring the nation’s history…
Sports
Marion County’s Season Ends in Sectionals After Successful Year
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer The Marion County baseball team had tremendous success throughout the season. Unfortunately, the Warriors were unable to win at White House-Heritage and…
Education
Whitwell Middle School places first in Kindness Games contest
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Whitwell Middle School recently placed first among 10 schools from across the nation in this year’s nationwide Kindness Games contest. Hosted…