The Moore County News

The Moore County News Established in 1928, The Moore County News is the only newspaper in Lynchburg, Tenn., and it is the place people turn to for hometown news coverage

Serving Lynchburg and Moore County. Covering Metro Moore County, Moore County High School, the Moore County Chamber of Commerce, Jack Daniels Distillery, Tims Ford State Park, Motlow College and more.

The Jack Daniel Distillery has announced the release of its Jack Daniel’s 14-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey, marking the fir...
02/28/2025

The Jack Daniel Distillery has announced the release of its Jack Daniel’s 14-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey, marking the first time since the early- to mid-1900s that Jack Daniel’s has offered an expression at this age.

The Jack Daniel Distillery has announced the release of its Jack Daniel’s 14-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey, marking the first time since the early- to mid-1900s that Jack Daniel’s has offered an

The REAL ID that has been talked about for years is now nearing implementation.
02/27/2025

The REAL ID that has been talked about for years is now nearing implementation.

With the REAL ID Act of 2005 taking effect in three months, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, TDOSHS, is expanding access by adding 1,432 additional REAL ID-specific

As Tennessee has adopted the Rap Back Program, so must Moore County Schools. The program is run by the FBI, and handles ...
02/27/2025

As Tennessee has adopted the Rap Back Program, so must Moore County Schools. The program is run by the FBI, and handles background checks and fingerprinting of school employees.

As Tennessee has adopted the Rap Back Program, so must Moore County Schools. The program is run by the FBI, and handles background checks and fingerprinting of school employees. The

Duck River Electric is donating $13,000, which will be matched by the Tennessee Valley Authority through its Community C...
02/26/2025

Duck River Electric is donating $13,000, which will be matched by the Tennessee Valley Authority through its Community Care Fund, making a total of $26,000 in additional funding to assist charity organizations.

Duck River Electric is donating $13,000, which will be matched by the Tennessee Valley Authority through its Community Care Fund, making a total of $26,000 in additional funding to assist

Jeff Arnett, past Master Distiller at Jack Daniel’s for over two decades, is coming back to Lynchburg, at least in spiri...
02/26/2025

Jeff Arnett, past Master Distiller at Jack Daniel’s for over two decades, is coming back to Lynchburg, at least in spirit.

Jeff Arnett, past Master Distiller at Jack Daniel’s for over two decades, is coming back to Lynchburg, at least in spirit. Leaving Jack Daniel’s to follow his own vision, Arnett

The Moore County Middle School Raiders started the season with a split of a double header, beating the Cascade Champions...
02/26/2025

The Moore County Middle School Raiders started the season with a split of a double header, beating the Cascade Champions in the first game of the twin bill before falling 1-0 in the second game.

The Moore County Middle School Raiders started the season with a split of a double header, beating the Cascade Champions in the first game of the twin bill before falling

From outside appearances the Moore County jail facility seems neat and well kept, even modern. But inside the facility i...
02/26/2025

From outside appearances the Moore County jail facility seems neat and well kept, even modern. But inside the facility is a much different story. In Jan of this year a water pipe in the ceiling burst, causing significant damage.

From outside appearances the Moore County jail facility seems neat and well kept, even modern. But inside the facility is a much different story. In Jan of this year a

The Moore County Raiders beat Fayetteville 44-26 in the semi-finals of the district tournament before falling to top-ran...
02/25/2025

The Moore County Raiders beat Fayetteville 44-26 in the semi-finals of the district tournament before falling to top-ranked Eagleville in the title game 65-20.

Moore County High School wrestler Shilo Bryan grappled her way onto the podium at the state wrestling championships this...
02/25/2025

Moore County High School wrestler Shilo Bryan grappled her way onto the podium at the state wrestling championships this past week, taking sixth in the state on the heels of finishing second in sectionals the week before.

Moore County High School wrestler Shilo Bryan grappled her way onto the podium at the state wrestling championships this past week, taking sixth in the state on the heels of

Richard Blackburn has been appointed as the faculty lead of Motlow State’s new Electric Vehicle Engineering Technology (...
02/21/2025

Richard Blackburn has been appointed as the faculty lead of Motlow State’s new Electric Vehicle Engineering Technology (EVET) Program which is slated to begin in the fall of 2025.

Richard Blackburn has been appointed as the faculty lead of Motlow State’s new Electric Vehicle Engineering Technology (EVET) Program which is slated to begin in the fall of 2025. Pending

Services for Shirley Preston have been set for Saturday with visitation to be held Friday.
02/21/2025

Services for Shirley Preston have been set for Saturday with visitation to be held Friday.

Shirley Preston, born to Thurston and Bernice, began working on her parent’s farm at an early age. After she married Guy Leon Lewis (to whom she was married 50 years),

The University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) has announced Wesley L. Harris will be the keynote speaker for the 30...
02/21/2025

The University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) has announced Wesley L. Harris will be the keynote speaker for the 30th annual Black History Month Celebration.

The United Way of South Central Tennessee (UWSCTN) is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 year to receive grant...
02/20/2025

The United Way of South Central Tennessee (UWSCTN) is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 year to receive grants for the year for all local nonprofit organizations serving the South Central Tennessee area.

The United Way of South Central Tennessee (UWSCTN) is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 year to receive grants for the year for all local nonprofit organizations serving the South

The Moore County High School Raider baseball team jumped into the 2025 campaign with both feet Tuesday, starting their p...
02/20/2025

The Moore County High School Raider baseball team jumped into the 2025 campaign with both feet Tuesday, starting their pre-season with a chilly border battle against the defending state 3A Champion Tullahoma Wildcats.

The Moore County High School Raider baseball team jumped into the 2025 campaign with both feet Tuesday, starting their pre-season with a chilly border battle against the defending state 3A

The Metro Utility Department’s (MUD) board discussed the state audit findings at February’s board meeting.
02/20/2025

The Metro Utility Department’s (MUD) board discussed the state audit findings at February’s board meeting.

The Metro Utility Department’s (MUD) board discussed the state audit findings at February’s board meeting. The audit noted a lack of consistency in customers’ rate. The board has been aware

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