Morgan County News

11/21/2025

I was weeding through my closet, as I need to do much more often than I do. I bring my used clothing to my parent’s house, up north, because they have a very nice thrift store that employs the developmentally disabled people. It appears my old cloth…

I was weeding through my closet, as I need to do much more often than I do. I bring my used clothing to my parent’s house, up north, because they

11/20/2025

The Morgan County Heritage Museum, located at 121 N Kingston Street in Wartburg, has been designated by the North Pole as an official drop off location for your letters to Santa. There are drop off boxes both inside and outside of the museum. So, ge…

The Morgan County Heritage Museum, located at 121 N Kingston Street in Wartburg, has been designated by the North Pole as an official drop off location for your letters to

11/20/2025

The work that the Kids First Child Advocacy Center does in the Ninth Judicial District doesn’t go unnoticed.

11/19/2025

WARTBURG — A new mussel species has been discovered in the Obed Wild & Scenic River.

11/19/2025

Members of the community and local leaders showed up for the ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning, Nov. 12, at the new Oakdale Convenience Center, which officially opened Friday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m.

Members of the community and local leaders showed up for the ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning, Nov. 12, at the new Oakdale Convenience Center, which officially opened Friday, Nov. 14 at

11/19/2025

Tuesday at approximately 1:10 p.m., there was an assault at Wartburg Central Middle School involving two students, according to the Morgan County Sheriff's Office.

11/18/2025

Morgan County Schools Breakfast/Lunch Menu
November 19-26

Wednesday, Nov. 19
Breakfast – Cinnamon Roll, yogurt, fresh fruit
Lunch – Pull Apart with marinara sauce or variety of pizza, steamed corn, veggie sticks with dip, Caesar Salad, Side Kick

Thursday, Nov. 20
Breakfast – Manager’s Choice
Lunch – Thanksgiving Lunch

Friday, Nov. 21
Breakfast – Bacon and egg bites, fresh fruit
Lunch – Hot dog on a bun, chili, tater tots, cole slaw, fresh veggies and dip, fresh fruit

Monday, Nov. 24
Breakfast – Waffle, juice
Lunch – Salisbury Steak, drumstick, mashed potatoes, green beans, garden fresh salad, fresh veggies with dip, wheat roll, fresh fruit

Tuesday, Nov. 25
Breakfast – Steak biscuit, orange slices
Lunch – National Parfait Day: Chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, steamed broccoli, Caesar Salad, garlic knot, fruit parfait

Wednesday-Friday, Nov. 26-28
No School
Thanksgiving Holiday

11/18/2025

Sen. Ken Yager (R-Kingston) announced today that Grand Ole Opry stars Mike Rogers and James Carothers will provide entertainment at the 30th Annual Chili Supper and Silent Auction on Friday, Nov. 21. Between them, these accomplished Nashville musici…

Sen. Ken Yager (R-Kingston) announced today that Grand Ole Opry stars Mike Rogers and James Carothers will provide entertainment at the 30th Annual Chili Supper and Silent Auction on Friday,

11/18/2025

Happenings Tuesday, Nov. 18

Petros Library Christmas Crafts for Adults Event
Petros Public Library will hold a Christmas Crafts for Adults Event on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 4-6 p.m. This free event provides the perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize and let your artistic side shine. For more information or if you have questions, call 423-324-0101 or reach out via Facebook Messenger. Everyone is welcome.

Sunbright City Council Meeting Agenda
The Sunbright City Council will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. The agenda consists of: Call to order; Prayer; Pledge; Minutes; Financials; Accounting firm (Pugh & Associates) will attend to give report; EMA (Ethan Webb) Mitigation meeting and passage of resolution; Opening of sealed bids for city surplus property and equipment; Discuss successful Halloween festivities (Oct. 25 and Oct. 31); Beautification Committee meeting will immediately follow; Lighting of Sunbright starting at 6 p.m. lights turn on at 7 p.m.; Dec. 6 is Christmas in the Mountains at Frozen Head State Park from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

11/17/2025

Although maples may come to mind as the spectacle of resplendent fall color, Sassafras albidum can hold its own. One of the few trees with matching scientific and common names, Sassafras is sure to delight with its unique quirks.

Although maples may come to mind as the spectacle of resplendent fall color, Sassafras albidum can hold its own. One of the few trees with matching scientific and common names,

11/17/2025

It’s November, and so I’m writing a book.

11/17/2025

Happenings Monday, Nov. 17

Veterans Program at Oakdale School
Due to the closure of Morgan County Schools, the Oakdale School Veterans Day Program and Brunch is rescheduled for Monday, Nov. 17 at 9 a.m. Veterans and members of the community are invited to attend.