August 18, 2026
Living
Lincoln County students take part in 2026 4-H FCS Skillathon
The 2026 4-H FCS Skillathon Team, from left, is Sam Costilla, Kalani Traylor, Luke Bayless, Maklaine Taylor, Abbie Owens, Mila Traylor and Makai Traylor.
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Patrolman Ryan Thomas set his path while young
Born and raised in Lincoln County, Ryan Thomas thrived on playing football at Fayetteville High School. Even before graduation, he determined he wanted a military career. “My family was shocked about it — that after the second year in high school — I wasn’t going to college to play football,” he said.
Spanning the Years
July 8, 2001 OGLE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT - Danny Ogle, son of the late Carl Ogle, presents this year’s scholarship to Erin Williams. The scholarship is awarded by Mr. Ogle’s three sons, Harold, Donny and David Ogle, who keep their father’s dream alive. The Ogle family raises 6.000 acres of row crops each year. Williams is presently enrolled at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville and will begin this fall majoring in agri-business management.
Korean War hero remembered through family story
During a recent interview at the Warrior Exhibit in Fayetteville, Mickie Bigham shared the personal story of her father, a young Lincoln County man who was killed in action during the Korean War before she was born.
America 250 celebrations currently underway in county
Fayetteville- Lincoln County’s America 250 Celebration is underway. These events will take place leading up to the Fourth of July.
Community to celebrate America’s 250 birthday
America’s 250th birthday will be celebrated on July 4, 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence that announced the nation’s separation from Great Britain and established the principles of liberty and self-government.
Backpacks of Hope needed
Staff reports Backpacks of Hope, a ministry of Always Endure, has provided children in foster care more than 130 Backpacks of Hope since January, according… Login to continue reading Login…