In a 16-1 vote, with three members absent, the Trousdale County Commission agreed last Monday to give County Mayor Jack McCall the authority to sign off on the new five-year contract with the TDOC to keep TTCC in operation.
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Don’t let the steamy weather keep you inside, check out all the activities being offered this month at the local senior center.
The Hartsville Vidette will run one announcement for candidates running for office in Trousdale County in the General Election on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. Candidates should email their announcement to gduncan@hartsvillevidette.com.
The countdown is on.
Intakes and releases from June 17 through June 24, 2026
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Local Services: Tuesday 6 p.m., AA, First Baptist Church, 773 East McMurry Blvd., Hartsville. Call 615-374-2941 for more information.
Summer learning is wrapping up in Trousdale County but work in the district for the 2026-2027 school year is going forward full swing.
The Heart of Tennessee Miss Firecracker Pageant, hosted by the Trousdale County Band Boosters, was held at Trousdale County High School last Saturday.Â
With the goal of helping the State of Tennessee transition to a cleaner energy future, the TVA filed a notice of intent in June 2021 to complete the Ridgeline Expansion Project, 122-mile natural gas pipeline system spanning across Tennessee.
Exciting reading programs and events are underway at the Fred A. Vaught Memorial Library located at 211 White Oak Street, Hartsville.
Email notifications for the Hartsville/Trousdale County Community Calendar to gduncan@hartsvillevidette.com.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
The Do Re Mi Gospel Music Academy in Trousdale County presented a musical tribute honoring America’s 250 years of freedom on June 18 on the beautiful Do Re Mi campus.
This week we continue our look at the men buried in Trousdale County who were veterans of the American Revolution.
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Two of the men I love the most in this world love fishing, and let me tell you, they can spin a tall tale when it comes to their fishing adventures!
Ribbon-cutting at Sheds 365
Saturday, June 20, 2026
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Intakes and releases from June 10 through June 17, 2026
Email notifications for the Hartsville/Trousdale County Community Calendar to gduncan@hartsvillevidette.com for publication.
The Hartsville-Trousdale County Government website has undergone a major update with new features, improved navigation and enhanced accessibility.
Local Amateur Radio Operators, including several from Trousdale County, will join the Macon Area Ham Radio Society to participate in a national amateur radio competition starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 that lasts until Sunday, June 28 at 4 p.m.
Have you marked your calendars for the Red, White and Barbecue July 4th Celebration in Hartsville, Tennessee?
The Hartsville Vidette will run one announcement for candidates running for office in Trousdale County in the General Election on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. Candidates should email their announcement to gduncan@hartsvillevidette.com.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
In last week’s article we listed the veterans of our American Revolution who have been laid to rest in our own Trousdale County.
The Trousdale County High School and Ward School All-Class reunion was held June 6 at TCHS with over 40 alumni in attendance.
Jason Evitts, Trousdale County Extension Agent lll and County Director, earned the Distinguished Service Award through the Tennessee Association of Agricultural Agents and Specialists for his dedication, leadership and service to the Extension’s impact across Trousdale County.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Trousdale County resident Melissa Schelah has asked the county commission to vote against authorizing the county mayor to sign the current Tennessee Department of Corrections contract.
Matthew Wright, 44, a Trousdale County Sheriff’s Department Captain was indicted on February 17, 2026, by a Grand Jury in Trousdale County, to face charges of Sexual Battery, Official Misconduct and Aggravated Assault against a female employee of the department.
Monday, June 15, 2026
The Tennessee Highway Patrol reports that two people were killed in a wrong way crash on Interstate 40 in Smith County Sunday night.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
A community celebration was held last week to celebrate Blue Roan + Co.'s first year of business in their Hartsville storefront at 109 E. Main Street last Saturday.
Pictured is the Trousdale County Senior Center after T&T lawn Care and Pressure Washing updated their landscaping.
Lindsi Ellis, a teacher at Jim Satterfield Middle School, has been named the new assistant principal at the middle school for the 2026-2027 school year.
Summer is the perfect time to gather with family and friends for backyard barbecues, picnics, and holiday celebrations. While cookouts are a favorite tradition, warmer temperatures can also increase the risk of foodborne illness if proper food safety practices are not followed. At the same t…
Intakes and releases from June 3 through June 10, 2026
Email notifications for the Hartsville/Trousdale County Community Calendar to gduncan@hartsvillevidette.com for publication.
While they've been in business for four years, Blue Roan + Co. celebrated their one year anniversary of operating from their storefront located at 109 E. Main Street in Hartsville on Saturday, June 6, 2026.Â
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Hartsville and Tractor Shows go hand in hand!
The Trousdale County High School (TCHS) & Ward School All Class Reunion was held Saturday, June 6 at Trousdale County High School. The program was open to all TCHS and Ward School alumni.Â
HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR THE SUMMER READING PROGRAM? IT’S NOT TOO LATE. Visit the Fred A. Vaught Memorial Library today to get signed up! The library is located at 211 White Oak Street.
A team from a local adhesive, solvent and sealant manufacturer, volunteered Friday, June 5, to construct raised bed panels for the Hartsville Backpack Program’s future community garden.
Local Services: Tuesday 6 p.m., AA, First Baptist Church, 773 East McMurry Blvd., Hartsville. Call 615-374-2941 for more information.
Friday, June 12, 2026
The first men to stake claim to land in what is now Trousdale County had two things in common.
Trousdale County Mayor Jack McCall and challengers Betty Burch and Brian Crook tackled the balance of preserving small-town charm amidst rapid regional growth and other critical issues at Tuesday’s mayoral debate inside Hartsville’s historic courthouse.
Saturday, June 06, 2026
Getting the next generation football ready! This year's Trousdale County Football Youth Camp hosted over 45 youth.Â
The 6th District of the Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a second quarter planned sobriety roadside safety checkpoint in Trousdale County on Friday, April 3 at the Highway 141 River Bridge. An additional sobriety roadside safety checkpoint in Trousdale County will take place on June 26,…
Pictured is the train depot in Hartsville.
Trousdale County resident, Linda Sue Bruce, is known by many titles in the community. She is a local realtor and also a County Commissioner. Releasing her first children’s book, Bruce can now add published author to her list of titles.
Caleb Schmittou has been named as the new assistant principal for Trousdale County High School starting July 1, 2026. Schmittou has taught at the high school for four years and has been named TCHS Teacher of the Year, as voted on by the students, in the 2022-2023 and 2025-2026 school years.
Intakes and releases from May 27 through June 3, 2026
Voters can watch Trousdale County mayoral candidates Betty Burch, Brian Crook and incumbent Jack McCall debate on Tuesday, June 9, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Historic Downtown Courthouse, 200 E. Main Street.
DoubleTake isn’t just another cover band, they’re the ultimate live music experience and they take the stage in historic downtown Hartsville on Thursday, June 11. This performance marks their second appearance in Hartsville, having previously played at last fall’s Trousdale County Youth Fair.
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