WCES awarded $25,000 TVA grant

The Tennessee Valley Authority announced Tuesday that 98 schools across its Southeast region will reduce their power bills and have healthier air thanks to over $2.3 million in funding for energy and classroom upgrades. This funding is part of TVA’s nationally recognized School Uplift program – which has saved participating schools an average of 10% on their energy […]

Gas prices fall in Tennessee

Volunteer state has third lowest gas prices in USA Gas prices across the state are once again moving less expensive, falling five cents, on average, over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.72 which is seven cents less expensive than one month ago and 60 cents less than one year ago.   “Lower crude oil prices are continuing to impact […]

Sunbright man facing drug charges following arrest

Meth, Fentanyl fonud during arrest The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office and Deputy Posey arrested John E. Taylor, 47, of Sunbright, on May 1, 2025, on charges related to narcotics possession and distribution. Taylor was taken into custody during a traffic stop and subsequent searches uncovered substances and items believed to be methamphetamine and Fentanyl, among […]

One dead following shooting in Morgan County

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation was called in by District Attorney General Russell Johnson to investigate an officer involved shooting in the Mossy Grove community of Morgan County this morning. A 911 call resulted in at least three Morgan County deputies responding to a home on Ray Cross Road to what appeared to be an […]

Popular BSF trail to partially close for repairs

Trail maintenance begins Tuesday Beginning May 6, 2025, the National Park Service will initiate critical maintenance work on the Twin Arches Loop Trail in Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. Trail crews will rehabilitate all wooden stairs and ladders along the route to improve safety and enhance the visitor experience. To minimize disruption […]