October 3, 2026
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Commissioners elected to county boards and committees
Electing and appointing commissioners to the various committees and boards that make up county government was a lengthy process during last week’s Lincoln County Board of Commissioners monthly meeting. Mayor Walt Patrick also asked for volunteers to serve on the growth plan ad hoc committee with the goal of passing the plan by the December meeting.
BOMA accepts fire grant and approves pocket park bid
The City of Fayetteville Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a partnership between the fire department and a fire and safety compliance entity, approved a resolution accepting a grant for the fire department, and awarded a downtown improvement grant pocket park bid.
Petersburg BOMA to establish mandatory payments for trash pickup
The Petersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved on first reading an ordinance establishing mandatory payment by property owners for “municipal refuse collection services” on a monthly basis.
6th Annual Camp Blount Volunteer Days is Sept. 26
The Sixth Annual Camp Blount Volunteer Days, a living history event, takes place from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26 on the grounds of the Camp Blount Historic Site.
Lady Falcons Soccer
Lincoln County High School’s Emma Bonner struck first in an intense district showdown at home against Shelbyville, finding the back of the net just before the first half hydration break. Despite the early momentum, the Lady Falcons couldn’t hold the lead and ultimately fell 2-1. They’ll look to bounce back as they travel to Franklin County on Tuesday for a 7 p.m. kickoff. Paul Henry photo
Lady Falcons Volleyball
Lady Falcon Elizabeth Lyon made a strong play to keep the ball in action during Lincoln County’s home match against Lawrence County. A match of the two district leaders going down the stretch. Earlier in the season, the Lady Falcons dropped their road game to the Lady Wildcats, but last week they edged out a close 3-2 win (25–19, 20–25, 25–21, 26–28, 16–14). This week, the Lady Falcons travel to Franklin County on Tuesday, Shelbyville on Thursday, and the JV team heads to the Grundy County JV Tournament on Saturday. Paul Henry photo
Vanntown Diner opens
When Megan Sells returned to work after being a stay-at-home mom for 15 years, she wanted to work at something she could invest her heart in. She had worked in a bank and in a daycare, but wasn’t gratified with those jobs. “I want to love my job,” she said.
‘We will never forget’
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Nathan Maynard gives a solemn salute to the flag of the United States of America during a 9/11 ceremony on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026. This year marks 25 years of remembrance honoring the lives lost and the heroes who answered the call on Sept. 11, 2001.
- Paul Henry photo
Lincoln County Board of Public Utilities temporarily pauses new water taps
The Lincoln County Board of Public Utilities has temporarily suspended new water service taps for four to six weeks while it collects current flow data across the system, according to LCBPU board member Mark Bolden. Officials said this pause will allow the Board to base future connection approvals on accurate, up-to-date information about system capacity.