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01/05/2025

The first full week of 2025 is expected to bring the first severe cold snap of the winter, and residents are encouraged to make every effort possible to stay safe during frigid temperatures.

For more, see Sunday’s Southern Standard.

The first full week of 2025 is expected to bring the first severe cold snap of the winter, and residents are encouraged to make every effort possible to stay safe during frigid temperatures.

01/04/2025

Changes are coming to Mud Bums, Main Street Center construction continues and the fate of the local Big Lots is still uncertain.

For details, see Seth Wright’s Business Pulse sponsored by Ben Lomand Connect

Welcome to the first Business Pulse of 2025. I hope everybody had a great Christmas and a happy New Year. I love the holiday season, but frankly, I'm ready to get back to some weeks with a normal schedule so maybe I'll know what day of the week it is. Luckily I remembered this is Sunday, so here's a...

01/03/2025

Sidewalk Chat with Ashley Steakley from My Father's Closet! My Father's Closet is a 501c3 organization that typically provides necessities to foster and kinship families free of charge, but will be open to everyone tomorrow to clear out a portion of their donation clothing! A great opportunity for anyone needing clothing during these difficult Winter months.
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My Father's Closet is located at 639 North Chancery St here in McMinnville and will be open for this event tomorrow (Friday) from 1pm-4pm.
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01/01/2025

As we embark on a new year, the Southern Standard reflects on the top stories in news and sports of 2024.

The triple murder and indictment of the DA for his actions during the pursuit of the suspects emerged as the top news story. For the full review, see Wednesday’s Southern Standard.

A grisly triple murder and a statewide manhunt culminating in the indictment of the district attorney topped the list of the Southern Standard’s local news stories of 2024.

12/31/2024

Happy New Years Eve from the Southern Standard!

Share a photo of you and your loved ones ringing in the New Year below and you might be featured in a future edition of the Southern Standard newspaper! Be sure to list the names of all pictured individuals.

12/30/2024

Pets of the week! Furry friends looking for forever homes! Warren County Animal Control And Adoption Center
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Brought to you by Hoover & Son Insurance Agency
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12/30/2024

Sidewalk chat with Knox and Maddux Underhill! Check in to hear these boys talk about their Christmas gifts, their New Year's Eve extravaganza, and being on tv at the Vandy game! Apologies for slight audio issues.
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Brought to you by Champion Chevrolet GMC of McMinnville
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12/29/2024

A local traffic stop turned dramatic Thursday afternoon, resulting in two arrests and multiple charges against one suspect.

For details, see Sunday’s Southern Standard.

A local traffic stop turned dramatic Thursday afternoon, resulting in two arrests and multiple charges against one suspect.

12/29/2024

A new coffee shop is opening soon and a popular restaurant is under new ownership.

For details, see Seth Wright’s Business Pulse sponsored by Ben Lomand Connect in Sunday’s Southern Standard.

But first, coffee There's good news for local coffee aficionados. A new option is opening soon in McMinnville.

12/27/2024

Christmas is a time for traditions. As families ring in the Yuletide season, they may take the time to drive through their community enjoying decorations, or sing carols as they travel from house to house. Or, if they happen to live in McMinnville, they might make a special trip to Main Street to ring in the holiday with everyone’s favorite Christmas cousin, complete with his trademark trapper hat, bathrobe, cigar and disheveled recreational vehicle.

For details, see Friday’s Southern Standard.

Christmas is a time for traditions. As families ring in the Yuletide season, they may take the time to drive through their community enjoying decorations, or sing carols as they travel from house to house. Or, if they happen to live in McMinnville, they might make a special trip to Main Street to ri...

12/26/2024

Share photos from this year’s holiday festivities below and they might be featured in an edition of the Southern Standard! Please be sure to identify all people in the photos.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Southern Standard!!
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12/25/2024

Warren County Schools received letter grades from the Tennessee Department of Education for the second time, showing improvements at many schools and declining performance at others.

Five of the 10 local schools improved on last year’s performance, while two schools maintained the same grade and three fell one grade level.

For details, see Wednesday’s Southern Standard.

Warren County Schools received letter grades from the Tennessee Department of Education for the second time, showing improvements at many schools and declining performance at others.

12/24/2024

Tournament Champs!

The Pioneers swept their way through the DTC Classic over the last four days, including a comeback victory over Clinton in the finals. See Wednesday's Christmas edition of the Standard for more details. Pictured is the WCHS basketball team and junior Devin Fish, twice named player of the game in the tourney, dunking in the first half of the finals!

12/23/2024

Season's Greetings from Pioneer Building Supply!!
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12/23/2024

Season's Greetings from Debbie Fisher, Broker/Realtor, Tree City Realty, 931-474-7355!!
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12/23/2024

We want to see your Christmas decorations!!! Post in the comments below and you might be featured in our Christmas Decorations section!
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Brought to you by Pioneer Building Supply
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12/23/2024

Season's Greetings from Motlow State Community College!!
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