In compliance with Public Chapter 998 and TCA § 4-1-425, the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference (TNDAGC) released its first immigration report on Friday, January 31st. The report …

State Rep. Kip Capley, R-Summertown, has introduced legislation aimed at improving road safety across Tennessee by requiring all driver’s license tests to be administered in English. House …

The Collinwood Football Foundation awarded its 2025 “Leadership to Legacy” Scholarships during the Collinwood Trojan Football Banquet. The scholarships are awarded annually to Collinwood High …

On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at 8142 Roberson Cemetery Road in Iron City. The search yielded nearly three ounces of methamphetamine, …

December 26, 2024, began much like any other day for Mary Beth Prater. The day after Christmas went pretty well as expected, with Mary Beth babysitting all day, then going with her daughter to run a …

The Wayne County Commission met last Tuesday evening, February 18, 2025, to cover an agenda containing a few items of great interest to the public.

Members of the Lawrence/Wayne County Cattlemen's Association and their families gathered on February 1st for their annual meeting.

Karen Peck and New River will be the guests to kick off the 2025 Celebrate the Music concert series. If you are a southern gospel music fan or a contemporary music lover, you are sure to enjoy their …

Sheriff Shane Fisher proudly announced last week that the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is now assisting the Southgate Volunteer Fire Department by providing a First Responder Unit to their fleet.

Republicans launch new era of student success - Tennessee Republicans in partnership with Gov. Bill Lee launched a new era of student success and put the Volunteer State on the pathway to having the …

Kathy Morris is a very unique individual. She is one of those “rare birds” who has actually been at the same job for over 43 years. Where has Kathy spent over half her lifetime? The answer to that question is the Wayne County Library. Kathy has been the “face” of the library for as long as many of us can remember, and has done a great job.

The IRS expects more than 140 million individual tax returns for tax year 2024 to be filed ahead of the Tuesday, April 15 federal deadline. More than half of all tax returns are expected to be filed this year with the help of a tax professional, and the IRS urges people to use a trusted tax pro to avoid potential scams and schemes.

The 9th Annual Ashtin Grimes Memorial Youth Squirrel Hunt will be held on February 22, 2025, at the Waynesboro Church of Christ. This hunt is open to kids from ages 6 – 17. The event will …

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the 2025 influenza season has surged to unprecedented levels, with flu activity across the United States reaching its highest …

Gas prices across the state fell four cents, on average, over last week. The  Tennessee Gas Price average  is now $2.76 which is three cents more expensive than one …

Wayne Co. Master Beef Producer We will offer the Tennessee Master Beef Producer Course at the Wayne County Ag Center. The course will be held on Friday, February 28, beginning at 5:30 pm until …

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, hearts seem to be everywhere you look this time of year. That’s why it is especially fitting that February is American Heart Month, a time to raise …

In August 2024, Tennessee became the first state in the nation to help families cover the cost of diapers. TennCare and CoverKids members under two are still eligible to receive up to 100 free …

A Wayne County man, Jason Dewayne Pigg, was arrested last week on charges related to an incident at his residence last October.