May 6, 2026
Lifestyle
Chain saw art is Marshalek’s niche
MARK MCGEE Staff Writer The first hint that something might be interesting is the large Bigfoot lurking in the woods just off Pickle Road. An…
Obituaries
Government & Politics
LOCAL PRIMARIES HELD TODAY – FIND YOUR PRECINCT
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer Bedford County’s local primary elections will be held tomorrow (May 5) at various polling locations for each precinct. Starting at 9…
News
Cooking with a Veteran celebrates ribbon cutting
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer The Cooking with a Veteran non-profit organization celebrated its official ribbon cutting ceremony this morning (May 5). According to the organization’s website, their mission is to assist in “fighting food insecurities among veterans and their families.” Army Veteran Dave Rogers emphasized this role in his arrival to Tennessee years ago, citing…
Entertainment
The Road Crew getting their kicks on Route 66
MARK MCGEE Staff Writer For Woody Bomar it has been a long and successful musical journey. Starting at age 15 with guitar lessons in the basement at the Shelbyville Record Shop where a number of musicians of all levels got their start, Bomar has been involved in most aspects of the music world. A prominent…
Special Sections
Sports
Golden Eagles Claim District Title Behind Davis’ Late Double, Vari’s five shutout innings in relief
SHAWN DIGIANFELICE Sports Writer Shelbyville Central – 6, Cookeville – 4 Shelbyville Central used a clutch swing from Case Davis in the seventh inning and…
Education
Bedford County Schools’ Staff Honored
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer Faculty and students from across Bedford County Schools (BCS) celebrated the end of the school year by honoring several members of…