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Flood waters recede, several roads still damaged

Good Monday morning!

Jun 29 • Ben Garrett

Triple-digit heat indices possible to end June and start July

The hottest temperatures of summer — at least to this point — are likely on the way next week, with triple-digit heat indices possible across much of…

Jun 28 • Ben Garrett

Scott County approves another pay hike for law enforcement

Plus: TCAT launches search for vice president

Jun 25 • Ben Garrett

Threads of Life: Great-grandmother enjoyed working in her yard and volunteering at Barton Chapel

In Remembrance Of: Betty Robbins, Deborah Cross, Nova Jones, Connie Owens, Marty Shoemaker, Donna Tipton, and Keith Wilson

Jun 24

Remembering the Paint Rock Coal & Coke Company

One of the first major industrial enterprises in Scott County gave rise to the Tennessee Railroad

Jun 23 • Ben Garrett

County budget finalized with increase for county employees

HUNTSVILLE | Meeting in special called session Monday evening, Scott County Commission gave its final approval to the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027…

Jun 22 • Ben Garrett

Threads of Life: A farm girl at heart and owner of Mattie's Beauty Salon

In Remembrance Of: Mattie Goad, Haley Taylor, Joe Daugherty, Betty Davis, Matt Anderson, and Deborah Cross.

Jun 17

Week #14: Twin Arches

The Spring Hiking Challenge concludes with a short hike to the Big South Fork's most famous landmark

Jun 17 • Ben Garrett

Hamby is new principal at Scott High School

HUNTSVILLE | Jaclyn Hamby has been promoted to the role of principal at Scott High School.

Jun 16 • Ben Garrett

Cooperative agreement will allow TWRA to patrol area of New River boat ramp

Scott County Commission signs off on agreement with TWRA, TDOT

Jun 16 • Ben Garrett

50 years ago tomorrow: The first edition of the Independent Herald

The Independent Herald's first edition printed on Thursday, June 17, 1976

Jun 16 • Ben Garrett

Scott County's tax rate is unchanged for FY 2026-2027

County Commission will finalize the new county budget on June 22

Jun 16 • Ben Garrett

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