On May 5th, 2025, at approximately 8:29 a.m., the Waynesboro Police Department responded to a construction accident at the intersection of Copeland Street and South High Street in Waynesboro. Upon …

The Natchez Valley Pro Rodeo was a great success in spite of the rain last weekend. An estimated 3,000 people attended the two-day event, which was a great crowd for a first-time event. The rodeo was …

Mental Health America has recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month since 1949 as part of its mission to educate the public about mental health challenges, reduce stigma and encourage those …

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 1.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.70/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are …

After months of excited anticipation, it’s finally here – the Natchez Valley Pro Rodeo at the Wayne County Ag Center is this weekend, Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10. It’s 150 years of the …

After last year’s successful inaugural season, Saturday Market on the Square will be returning this growing season. The market was started in 2024 by local farmers in the community who saw the …

Wayne County 4-H was well represented at the Western Region 4-H Project Showcase this year! On April 12, four 4-H members and their families went to Jackson to compete in the Interactive Exhibit …

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has announced a precautionary fish consumption advisory for catfish due to PCBs on Pickwick Reservoir in Hardin County. TDEC …

The winter season certainly has its charms, but let’s be honest - by the time the groundhog creeps out of his burrow in early February, most of us are pulling hard for “no shadow” and the …

To minimize the risk of wildland fires, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is required for debris burning from October …

Beginning May 7, 2025, everyone must have a REAL ID or another approved federally-issued ID, such as a passport, to enter certain federal buildings, military bases, and nuclear power plants, or to …

The Wayne County Commission met in regular session on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the County Administrative Building. County Executive Jim Mangubat called the meeting to order. …

Thursday, May 1 has been declared as the 2025 National Day of Prayer. This year’s theme is “Pour Out to the God of Hope and Be Filled," based on the scripture Romans 15:13. “Now may the God of …

Wayne County High School senior Blair Baugus recently received the 2025 Class A Miss Basketball award at the TSSAA annual awards banquet. Blair, being only the third Lady Cat to take home this …

A fire that started with a lawnmower produced a large explosion that was heard by many around Waynesboro last week. Waynesboro Police Chief Walter Smith confirmed to The News that a lawnmower …

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 4.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.65/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are …

The Janet J. Smith 5K Run/Walk is held annually in memory of Janet Johnston Smith. Janet was a true fighter, and through her determination and strength she survived eleven years after receiving the …

“SLOW – AUTISTIC CHILD AT PLAY.” That is the message on a new street sign recently placed on Morris Avenue in Clifton. The sign was put into place by the City of Clifton for a little boy …

Wayne County, TN Property Assessor Dustin White held the first of three town hall meetings last week to discuss upcoming changes to property tax assessments. Attendance at the meeting was low, but …

The Wayne County Solid Waste Committee met for a workshop session on Monday, April 7, 2025. Unfortunately, no decisions were made and little progress noticed regarding the county’s current solid …