November 4, 2026
Entertainment
Austin Swing enjoys his free time after 50 years of service
JAMES WOODStaff Writer Former Sheriff Austin Swing spoke in an exclusive interview about his life after retiring from law enforcement and his 50 years of… Login to continue reading Login…
Johnson outlines military and football life of Neyland for Backroads dinner
MARK MCGEEStaff Writer BELL BUCKLE – It was all about the “Big Orange” at the Fall Dinner for Tennessee’s Backroads Heritage. In a week where… Login to continue reading Login…
Quarterly Luncheon honors the public safety of Bedford County
T he Bedford County Chamber of Commerce highlighted the importance of public safety at its latest Quarterly Luncheon event on Sept. 15 hosted at the Fly Arts Center in light of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
Music fills downtown at the Wartrace Music Festival
JAMES WOODStaff Writer Continuing Wartrace’s recent downtown growth, the annual Wartrace Music Festival filled its historic square and the Jernigan Field with music and activities… Login to continue reading Login…
All indicators point to a successful Celebration this year
MARK MCGEEStaff Writer The 88th edition of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is underway, and all indications are the show is on track to… Login to continue reading Login…
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…
Deputy Chief Pat Mathis reflects on 38 year career
JAMES WOODStaff Writer After serving for 38 years, Deputy Chief Pat Mathis shared his story in law enforcement starting from his time at the Bedford… Login to continue reading Login…
David Calvin unlocks doors and history
MARK MCGEE Staff Writer David Calvin unlocks doors as part of his work, but he is also known for his ability to unlock history through… Login to continue reading Login…
Carol Roberts shares the story behind Bedford County’s Archives
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer County Archivist Carol Roberts expanded on the story of her life in Bedford County and its history that she, along with… Login to continue reading Login…
Schools’ historical marker reinstalled
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer The Historical Marker for the John McAdams Bedford County Training-Harris High Schools was recently reinstalled, restoring its symbol of the legacy… Login to continue reading Login…