Letter to the Editor: From Grassroots to a Square Tradition
Before Halloween crowds filled the Square, local business owners had a vision: free, safe fun for Moore County families.
Woodards Market & Deli
🌶️ CHILI WEATHER!
Nothing hits the spot like a hot bowl of chili. Stop by First Community Bank, 535 Majors Blvd., from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and grab a bowl.
News
More than 1 in 4 Moore County voters cast early ballots
Moore County recorded 1,442 ballots before Election Day, up nearly 36% over 2022 and ranking sixth statewide in growth over 2018.
Marketplace health insurance enrollment opens Sunday
2027 Marketplace enrollment runs Nov. 1 through Jan. 15. Here’s what to know about deadlines, costs, financial assistance.
Receiver won’t oppose Weaver’s bid to reclaim Grant Sidney
Five months into the Grant Sidney receivership, Phillip Young says he won’t oppose returning control to Fawn Weaver.
Government
Legal questions stall Fruehauf’s quarry proposal
An attorney representing opponents says the county’s zoning ordinance does not allow quarrying on agricultural land.
Metro Council advances subdivision pause, zoning changes
Subdivision restrictions, mobile home parks, Denby’s Tanyard Hill proposal, and a $1M waterline loan highlight Monday’s meeting.
Stewart outlines future of Moore County solid waste
Private hauling could help Moore County avoid costly truck replacements, although savings aren’t guaranteed.
Schools
A mixed report card: Reading lags, ACT beats target
School board OK’s state reports and receives updates on enrollment, transportation costs, improvements awaiting funding.
Enrollment, special-ed needs stretch Moore County schools
System remains ahead of 2025 enrollment as the BOE adds a special-ed assistant, welcomes back Greg Thompson, and tackles fall projects.
MCHS places No. 2 locally in U.S. News rankings
Moore County High School runner-up in the Tullahoma metro area and No. 199 in Tennessee in the 2026-27 rankings.
Sports
Raiders open with 21-2 blitz, roll to fourth straight win
Nine Raiders scored as MCMS buried Liberty 64-17, extending its unbeaten start ahead of Monday’s matchup with Huntland.
33-0 at halftime: Raiderettes roll past Liberty
Eight Raiderettes scored as Moore County overwhelmed Liberty, 47-6, Thursday. Murphy Ray led the way with 16 points.
Richland scores 21 unanswered in third to sink Raiders
Moore County pulled within six before Richland erupted, ending its season at 1-9 with a 41-27 loss and winless in Region 5-1A.
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: From Grassroots to a Square Tradition
Before Halloween crowds filled the Square, local business owners had a vision: free, safe fun for Moore County families.
The Door You Keep Trying to Reopen
Sometimes the hardest part of moving forward is letting go of what we thought life would be. Stop reaching for the handle.
Letter to the Editor: Good questions deserve clear answers
Pamela Church introduces herself with the Informed Citizens Focus Group, shares views on transparency and accountability.
Features
Boo-tiful Nightmares: 10 Haunting Halloween Flicks
Looking for Halloween movies? We’ve picked five classics for adults and five family favorites for the little monsters.
When the Schoolhouse Germs Come Home
That first cough from the backseat can mean trouble. Here are practical ways to keep germs from making the rounds.
Ellie Carter: It’s Never Too Late
From her first guitar chords to her halftime performance, Ellie Carter reflects on finding her place in the MCHS Band.