June 22, 2026
News
Glen Douglas announces candidacy for Lincoln County mayor
Editor’s note: The Elk Valley Times will publish candidate announcements and photos as we receive them and as space allows before the July 29, 2026, edition. The election is on Aug. 6, 2026. Announcements should be no longer than 700 words and emailed to lscripps@elkvalleytimes. com. They may be edited for length, grammar, style and content.
Foster Friendly Lincoln County Coalition Events May 2, 4 and 7
During the month of May the Foster Friendly Lincoln County Coalition (FFLCC) is hosting three events that highlight foster families, businesses and community.
Joint investigation leads to 3 arrests following drug-related death in Lincoln County
Three people have been arrested following a investigation into a drug-related death in Lincoln County.
Park City man dies following fire
A 64-year old Park City man died of injuries sustained following a fire in a mobile home residence Wednesday afternoon.
Fraudulent traffic fine text scam being sent out in area
A fraudulent text message demanding payment for unpaid traffic fines is being sent to folks in the area, according to the Fayetteville Police Department (FPD). A photo of the official looking text is on the FPD Facebook page, along with a warning to residents not to fall for the deception.
Fayetteville City Schools awarded $4,000 Utrust Grant
Fayetteville City Schools has been awarded a $4,000 minigrant from Utrust.
Duty, discipline, desire: Jeremy Thompson feels called to serve
I nside the Warrior Exhibit in Fayetteville Tennessee, the stories of service line the walls. On this day, one of those stories stood in front of us, not framed in glass, but living and breathing. Jeremy Thompson, a Lincoln County native with 22 years of service in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard, has built a life defined by duty, discipline, and an unwavering desire to help others.
Sponsors needed for the 11th Annual Cruisin’ for a Cure for Huntington’s Disease
Sponsors are needed for the 11thAnnual Cruisin’ for a Cure, a car, truck and motorcycle event to be held Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Rock Family Worship Center, Fayetteville Campus. Spectator admission is free, however, donations will be accepted.
FCE student scholarship applications are now available for graduating seniors
Applications for the Family and Community Education (FCE) scholarships are available through guidance counselors at all high schools, the UT Extension Office or any member of the Lincoln County FCE. The deadline for applications is quickly approaching.
Petersburg BOMA approves agreement to transfer water system to FPU
The Petersburg water system will soon be transferred to A Fayetteville Public Utilities with water customers being billed by FPU by May l, 2026.