June 3, 2026
Lifestyle
Shelbyville Soup Kitchen feeds the needy for 10 years
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer Starting in January of 2016, the Shelbyville Soup Kitchen has continued to provide fresh meals for those in need in the…
Obituaries
Government & Politics
Senior Tax Freeze fiscal note revealed
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer After intense debate during the Bedford County Board of Commissioners’ May regular meeting led to the Senior Property Tax Freeze agenda…
Special Sections
News
50 Year Time Capsule Announced
JAMES WOOD Staff Writer Submissions have opened up to contribute to the 2026 Bedford County Time Capsule, prepared to preserve the legacy of Bedford County and celebrate the United States’ 250th Anniversary of Independence. On July 3, the capsule will be buried at the grounds of the Historic Courthouse and will remain closed for 50…
Entertainment
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 of both schools, rejoining 2,000 other historical markers across the state. In June of 2025, the previous marker was damaged beyond repair due to unknown causes. “Memories of our time…
Sports
Quest For Gold Complete: Viqueens Capture First State Championship
SHAWN DIGIANFELICE Sports Writer The quest is complete. And for the first time in the 100-year history of Community High School, a state championship trophy…
Education
Meet School Superintendent Tim Harwell
JAMES WOODStaff Writer As of June 2, Tim Harwell has taken up the mantle from his position of Assistant Superintendent to become School Superintendent to…