Obit – Robert (Bob) Anthony Johnson
It is with profound sadness that the family of Robert (Bob) Anthony Johnson announce his unexpected passing. Bob passed away in Gallatin, Tennessee on December 4th, 2024, at the age of 64. He was born on April 17, 1960 in Hammond, Indiana. He is the son of Mary T. (Dixon) Johnson and the late Robert…
Read MoreObit – Mr. Barry Oldham Taylor
Mr. Barry Oldham Taylor, age 83 of Hartsville, TN passed away Friday afternoon, December 13, 2024 at Tri Star Skyline Medical Center. Barry was born in Dixon Springs, TN to the late Walter Burton & Ruby Inez Oldham Taylor. In addition to his Parents, he was preceded in death by a Brother, Jerry Taylor. He…
Read MoreGrand jury returns indictments
By Eddie West Staff Writer The county’s grand jury returned as many as 17 indictments for drug-related charges during its December session. Most of the indictments involved multiple charges. One of the more common drugs was methamphetamine. Other drugs included various opioids and cocaine. Also, at least two cases involved Anilino-n-phenthylpiperidine or ANPP, a relatively new…
Read MoreBig Blue’s strong defense slows high scoring Owls offensive attack in first rivalry clash
Tigers 54, Owls 48 By Terry Collins, Shea Haile Courier Sports CARTHAGE — The two high schools renewed their rivalry last Friday night in Carthage when the Owls and Tigers met on the hardwood. The Tigers, coming off a state semifinal appearance a year ago, were poised to break a two game losing streak to the…
Read MoreLady Owls 43-15 second half run leads to impressive rivalry win over Gordonsville
Lady Owls 79, Tigerettes 45 By Terry Collins, Shea Haile Courier Sports CARTHAGE — The county’s two high school girls basketball teams met for the first time in an eight day stretch last Friday night at Bill Landreth Gym in Carthage. Smith Co. had won four straight games entering the contest and were off to a…
Read MoreLegal & Public Notices For The Week Of 12/12/24
Public Notice The Smith County Board of Education will have the monthly board meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at the Smith County Board of Education, 126 SCMS Lane, Carthage, Tennessee. ______________________ PUBLIC NOTICE Smith County Government will be accepting Sealed Bids for Senior Nutrition Program. The bid should include food and non-food items. A bid packet is available at the Smith County Finance Offi ce…
Read MoreObit – Mrs. Sue Pettross Woosley
Longtime Tanglewood Community resident, Mrs. Sue Pettross Woosley age 87, was pronounced deceased at 6:40 p.m. Friday evening December 6, 2024 under the care of Gentiva Hospice of Lebanon at The Pavilion in Lebanon where she had made her home since November 21, 2018. Private graveside services will be conducted with Mike Bounds officiating. Burial…
Read MoreObit – Mrs. Erline White
The angels in heaven are rejoicing with the welcoming home of Mrs. Erline White, age 77, of the Stonewall Community. She was pronounced deceased at 9:22 a.m. Monday morning December 2, 2024 at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville with her family at her bedside. She was airlifted to the facility after suffering what…
Read MoreObit – Mr. Jeff Knox Sr.
Mr. Jeff Knox Sr. of the Brush Creek Community passed peacefully at the St. Thomas Mid-Town Hospital in Nashville at 7:24 p.m. Tuesday evening December 3, 2024 where he was undergoing cardiac care. Mr. Knox was 71. Cremations arrangements were made at the Carthage Chapel of Sanderson Funeral Home and he was cremated at the…
Read MoreObit – Ms. Brandi Lane
Ms. Brandi Lane of the Brush Creek Community was pronounced deceased at the age of 33 at the Highpoint Health – Sumner in Gallatin at 8:14 a.m. Saturday morning November 30, 2024 where she was admitted from Highpoint Health – Riverview on November 21st in respiratory distress. Ms. Lane was at the Carthage Chapel of…
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