Opinion

Troy Smith  9:47 AM, Jul 26, 2024

At this rate, it is going to take me longer to talk about the Palestinian conflict than it’s taken them to have it. But it can’t be helped - there are too many significant events going on …
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Opinion

Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Senator (R)  9:44 AM, Jul 26, 2024

(July 22, 2024) - For years, we have heard troubling reports about migrant children in our country who are trafficked into sexual exploitation, forced labor, and criminal gangs. This ongoing …
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Business Spotlight

Rachel Auberger  8:58 AM, Jul 26, 2024

Now located on Rhea Street, in Sparta, Xceed Limitz has been a beacon of quality and integrity in the business community since its establishment, in 2014. Specializing in screen printing, embroidery, …
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Agriculture

Scott Swoape, U.T. Extension White County  8:23 AM, Jul 26, 2024

 Normally, every year in the heat of summer, when temperatures are HOT and rain is limited, we start receiving inquiries on why some leaves are prematurely dropping from trees. It always seems …
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4-H

Scott Swoape, U.T. Extension White County  8:19 AM, Jul 26, 2024

Several of the White County 4-H members showed off their hard work by showing their cattle at the Central Region and State 4-H Beef Expo, in Lebanon, on June 27-29. The 4-H’ers who showed were …
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Sports

8:13 AM, Jul 26, 2024

The Basketball Coaches Association of Tennessee (BCAT) along with the National High School Basketball Coaches Association (NHSBCA) are pleased to announce the induction of BCAT Hall of Fame member …
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News

2:48 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Emergency services personnel were dispatched to a crash on Old Kentucky Road, at approximately 3 p.m. According to the dispatch, a semi and dump truck were involved in the incident. Details will be …
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Obituaries

2:19 PM, Jul 25, 2024

James Hurley Wallace, 75, of Cookeville, passed away July 19, 2024. James was born on April 14, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, to James Wallace and Frances Wingett Wallace. The family will …
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Obituaries

2:17 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Ernest “Keith” Pirtle, 73, passed away peacefully, on July 3, 2024, at home with friends and family, after an extended illness. He was born Nov. 3, 1950, to William Ernest and Retha …
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Obituaries

2:13 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Bobby Ray Nash, 62, of Sparta, passed away July 8, 2024, at his residence. Bobby was born Oct. 31, 1961, in Cookeville, to Robert Joe Nash and Barbara Ann Hutson Nash. He was known as a …
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Obituaries

2:08 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Leta Pauline Daniels Sellers, 80, of Obion, passed away July 15, 2024, at her residence. Born Jan. 15, 1944, in Sparta, she was the daughter of Leon Denton “D” Daniels and Ida Rose …
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Obituaries

2:06 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Jason Lee Roberts, 50, passed away July 19, 2024, at Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital, in Sparta, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born July 8, 1974, in Crossville, to James …
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Obituaries

2:03 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Jasmine Alectra Maracle, 24, passed away in Sparta, on July 19, 2024. She was born Sept. 3, 1999, in Sparta, to Joey Maracle and Brandi Payne Rogers. Jasmine was beautiful inside out. Her …
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Obituaries

2:00 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Evelyn Gibson, 78, passed away July 19, 2024, at Signature Nursing Home, in Algood. She was born Feb. 9, 1946, in Pikeville, Kentucky, to Hiram Rose and Manie Rose, She was preceded in …
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Obituaries

1:58 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Donald Edward Haynes passed away, on July 7, in Bradenton, Florida. Don was born in Dayton, Tennessee, as the youngest child of Emmett O. and Ruby Hawkins Haynes, on May 30, 1940. His …
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Obituaries

1:55 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Robert Anthony Lawson, 59, passed away July 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born Dec. 21, 1964, in Sparta, to Scott William and Mary …
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Obituaries

1:51 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Barbara Jean Swindell Dunn, known affectionally as “Mamaw,” age 78, of Sparta, went to her heavenly home, on Friday, July 19, 2024, after an extended illness. She passed at home …
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Community

Rachel Auberger  1:47 PM, Jul 25, 2024

In 2012, Union Baptist Association initiated the Backpack Assistance Ministry (B.A.M.) Program, a venture born out of necessity after grant funding for local school districts was discontinued. …
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Business

1:30 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Check out the wide selection at Peacock Wine & Spirits
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Health

1:10 PM, Jul 25, 2024

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Real Estate

1:02 PM, Jul 25, 2024

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News

Rachel Auberger  12:56 PM, Jul 25, 2024

White County Board of Education is engaged in a proactive endeavor as they attend a summer law conference hosted by the Tennessee School Boards Association. This conference serves as a platform for …
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News

Jerry Lowery  12:42 PM, Jul 25, 2024

Every week, I receive comments and questions about the video series that the city has started to promote our city businesses.  We call it the “Business of the Week” program.  …
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Business

12:40 PM, Jul 25, 2024

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News

Rachel Auberger  12:39 PM, Jul 25, 2024

In recent weeks, the White County Animal Shelter has been at the forefront of discussions within the community, with concerns raised about various aspects of its operation, especially after the sale …
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Contest

12:00 PM, Jul 25, 2024

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News

11:52 AM, Jul 25, 2024

Emergency services personnel were dispatched to a crash with injuries at approximately 10:45 a.m., July 25, 2024, at the intersection of Taft Church Road and Highway 111. No further information is …
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OBITUARIES
Herman "Vic" Eller
Herman "Vic" Eller, 81, of Sparta, passed away July 17, 2024, at his residence. Vic was born Sept. 3, 1942, in Sparta, to Herman …
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Mary June Brown Mitchell
Mary June Brown Mitchell, 80, of Sparta, passed away July 12, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family. June was born April …
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Emily Rose McGuire
Emily Rose McGuire, 79, passed away July 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, at her home in Spencer. She was born July 21, …
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Juanita Mason Moore
Juanita Mason Moore, 92, of Quebeck, passed away peacefully at her residence, on July 9, 2024. Juanita was born Marc 14, 1932, in …
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Daniel Arthur Rayner
Daniel Arthur Rayner, 64, passed away July 8, 2024, in White County. He was born July 21, 1959, in Gary, Indiana, to Arthur and …
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SPORTS
White County girls’ soccer in match-up August 3
Several of the top girls’ high school soccer programs in central Tennessee will be participating in the Crossville Chronicle …
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TTU Sports Hall of Fame member Bobby Young passes away at 83
A 2017 inductee into the Tennessee Tech Sports Hall of Fame, former Golden Eagle men's basketball star Bobby Young passed away June 27 …
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White County Youth Sports
This season we have right at 600, 3-12 year olds playing baseball/softball on four fields. We have 110 coaches. Rain really hurt us, …
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Sports photos
Do you have photos of your kiddos playing spring/summer sports? Would you like to share them? Please send photos to kim@spartalive.com …
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FAITH

The day of decision is here

In today’s time, many choices must be made.  The choice of going to church or not.  The choice of attending an entertainment church or attending a biblical-based church.  The …

EDUCATION
Motlow State co-hosts FAFSA Clinics
tnAchieves, in partnership with the Tennessee Higher Education Commission/Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (THEC/TSAC), is …
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Threat of mass violence on school property increases to Class E felony
As enacted, effective July 1, 2024, increases the penalty for the offense of threatening to commit an act of mass violence on school …
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FAFSA clinics statewide ahead of Aug. 1 deadline
tnAchieves, in partnership with the Tennessee Higher Education Commission/Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (THEC/TSAC), is …
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TTU professor, veteran firefighter leads first responder mental health research and advocacy
Across the country, more than one million career and volunteer firefighters offer themselves in service to their …
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Caleb Bailey named to Rhodes College's spring 2024 Dean's List
(June 26, 2024) - Caleb Bailey, of Sparta, was named to Rhodes College's spring 2024 Dean's List. To qualify for the Dean's List, a …
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OPINION

A brief history of Israel and Palestine-Part 6

So much is going on, I debated with myself whether to return to my ongoing series about the history of Palestine this week. I decided to do so, for two reasons. One, whether we’re looking at …