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Lincoln County families can now check out the Snap Circuit: Spy Kit from the library for kids. The hands-on kit lets children build real electronic projects and learn circuit fundamentals through interactive activities.
Lincoln County commissioners approved Stage One Fire Restrictions banning open burning and fireworks starting July 14 at 12:01 a.m.
ATF agents seized 140 guns, ammunition, and human trafficking evidence from a Lincoln County home, with weapons believed headed to the Sinaloa Cartel in Mexico. The undisclosed location underscores ongoing local ties to international cartel activity.
Lincoln County High School will offer before and after school tutoring in the library beginning Monday, March 23. Students can use the sessions for homework help and academic support, providing a valuable local resource for families.
Tennessee's new standalone Emergency Management Authority will coordinate faster across state agencies and support local officials more effectively,...
One person was killed in a crash on Highway 220 in Lincoln County. The incident was reported on June 25, 2026.
Jordan Wilkes leads the 2026 Lincoln County Fair royalty court, selected for her horsemanship and public speaking skills, as they prepare for a busy...
Lincoln County residents stand to gain expanded healthcare access and chronic disease prevention support through Tennessee's Rural Health...
Lincoln County R-III Schools' elementary gifted program earned recognition in the Gifted Association of Missouri summer newsletter for its STEM-based...
Lincoln County SNAP users have just over a month before benefits exclude processed and sugary foods under new Tennessee rules effective July 2026. The state says the changes promote healthier options after federal approval.
A deer triggered a rollover crash that ejected both occupants, sending them to hospitals by air.
Tennessee SNAP recipients are losing benefits under new federal work requirements that mandate adults work 80 hours per month. Lincoln County residents should verify their eligibility as these statewide changes roll out.
Residents can now watch the full Taft City Council meeting from June 16, 2026, via the YouTube recording lasting 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Lincoln County Library – Kemmerer hosts magician Byron Grey for The Magic Bookcase show on Tuesday, June 23 at 2:00 PM. The free family event is part of the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program and includes magic, fun, and audience interaction.
A local foster mother in Lincoln County has pleaded guilty to abandoning a child after charges involving an attempt to trade one of her adopted children for a monkey, with sentencing upcoming.
Taft High School's 2026-2027 cheerleading squad excelled at the Universal Cheerleader Association training camp in Austin, bringing home several awards. This local achievement highlights the team's dedication and skill on a state stage.
