October 6, 2026
James Wood
Marchesoni enjoys the challenge of helping Bedford County grow
MARK MCGEEStaff Writer Joe Marchesoni wasn’t searching for a new job, but earlier this year he discovered a new job was looking for him. Marchesoni,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Early Voting shows strong turnout
JAMES WOODStaff Writer With election day around the corner in Bedford County, residents have come to the polls to vote early in the County General… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Historic church celebrates its 152nd anniversary
JAMES WOODStaff Writer On July 26, Thompson Grove Missionary Baptist Church celebrated its 152nd anniversary of existence as one of the county’s oldest continuously operating… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
State Fire Marshal grant program gives $68,000 to Bedford
JAMES WOODStaff Writer The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office, in conjunction with various elected officials from the General Assembly, presented a series of grants from… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Data Center moratorium takes one step closer to reality in Bedford County
JAMES WOODStaff Writer Following the Shelbyville City Council’s adoption of a data center moratorium that was approved during their latest meeting, the county government took… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Teaching calls Cook back to the classroom
MARK MCGEE Staff Writer Karen Cook thought she was finished with teaching, but teaching was not finished with her. In 2015 she retired after 33… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Commission honors Community High School’s Softball Champions
JAMES WOODStaff Writer The County Commission honored Community High School’s softball team by recognizing their historic win in the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA)… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Davis and Reed honor outgoing elected officials
JAMES WOODStaff Writer Trustee Tonya Davis and Register of Deeds Johnny Reed offered their appreciation for the numerous outgoing elected officials who will leave office… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Chad Fletcher withdraws after health emergency
JAMES WOODStaff Writer On the afternoon of July 19, County Mayor candidate Chad Fletcher announced his withdrawal from the race following a health emergency he… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Bedford County athletes named TSWA All-State
T he Tennessee Sports Writers Association (TSWA) has announced All-State Teams for spring sports and several athletes from Bedford County schools are on the list: Baseball: