Early voting begins Wednesday for the DeKalb County Election Commission at its new administrative office. DeKalb County Administrator of Elections Dustin Estes said the county commission recently decided to implement a single-point entrance at the courthouse to improve security. This security measure prompted the elect...

Monterey Police Department officers apprehended a fugitive wanted in six states following a brief foot pursuit at a South Holly Street convenience mart. Public Information Officer David Corley said the encounter began when officers identified a stolen motorcycle and tag in the parking lot. The suspect attempted to flee...

John W. Smith appointed as Tennessee Tech's interim Vice President for University Advancement. Smith has worked at the university for more than 30 years, most recently serving as the associate vice president for university development. He earned both a bachelor's degree in computer science and a Master of Business Admi...

For Cumberland County High School flag football player Jazmine Tibbs, the path to the flag football field has not been a straight line, but it is one defined by resilience, adaptability, and growth. Tibbs did not begin her high school career in flag football. Instead, Tibbs said she built her foundation across multiple...

The Overton County Commission postponed action Monday night on appointing two new members to the local library board. Commissioners outlined a revised process that the county's Library Committee, made up of county commissioners, will review applicants and make recommendations. County Attorney Lillie Ann Sells said, acc...