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Jeff Hardy Seeks Re-electionPublic Service Update 🗳️🏛️Jeff Hardy has officially announced his candidacy for re-election ...
01/13/2026

Jeff Hardy Seeks Re-election
Public Service Update 🗳️🏛️

Jeff Hardy has officially announced his candidacy for re-election as the Circuit Court Clerk of Jackson County. Hardy, a lifelong resident of the Dodson Branch community, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the public.

His commitment to the office includes:

Serving with integrity and accountability.

Ensuring court records are handled accurately and securely.

Improving efficiency through organization and modern processes.

Treating every citizen with fairness and respect.

"This office is not about politics—it's about service," Hardy stated.

https://www.jacksoncountysentinel.net/stories/hardy-seeks-re-election-as-jackson-county-circuit-court-clerk,300023

Jackson County Archery GrowthAiming High! 🏹🎯The Jackson County archery team is showing impressive growth! In their secon...
01/13/2026

Jackson County Archery Growth
Aiming High! 🏹🎯

The Jackson County archery team is showing impressive growth! In their second competition of the 2025-2026 season, the team saw a statistical lift in collective scores.

Individual Standouts: Shoutout to Sara Brown for taking 2nd place in the middle school female division and Mallory Jackson for 4th place in the high school female division at the Crab Orchard tournament.

The Program: Using the Genesis compound bow, student-athletes from Dodson Branch School focus on standardized shooting and mental discipline.

Next Stop: The team is practicing hard for the Tennessee NASP State Championships this March in Murfreesboro!.

https://www.jacksoncountysentinel.net/stories/jackson-county-archery-team-shows-improvement-at-second-tournament,300022

Excellence in Jackson County SchoolsExcellence in Education! 🍎📚Huge congratulations are in order for our local schools! ...
01/13/2026

Excellence in Jackson County Schools
Excellence in Education! 🍎📚

Huge congratulations are in order for our local schools! Jackson County Schools Director Jason Hardy recently announced that two of our district schools have received top honors from the Tennessee Department of Education for the 2024-25 school year.

Dodson Branch School has earned a prestigious "A" School designation, a snapshot of overall high performance and academic growth.

Gainesboro Elementary School was named a Reward School, an honor reserved for schools showing significant improvement or high levels of performance.

We are so proud of our teachers, staff, students, and families for their commitment to excellence!.

https://www.jacksoncountysentinel.net/stories/jackson-county-schools-earn-state-honors-for-academic-performance,300021

01/13/2026

Big Wins and Big Birds in Jackson County! 🏆🦢

It’s a great week to be a resident! Here’s what’s making headlines in the latest Jackson County Sentinel:

Academic Excellence: Huge congratulations to Dodson Branch School for earning an "A" designation and Gainesboro Elementary for being named a Reward School!

Hoops History: The Blue Devils secured a massive road sweep over rival Clarkrange, and Coach Kevin Thomas was honored for his incredible 500th career win!

Nature Calls: The 35th annual Tennessee Sandhill Crane Festival is happening Jan. 17-18 at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge. Don't miss the chance to see these beautiful birds!

Dinner & A Show: Historic Granville is kicking off the 2026 Mayberry season with a special Valentine Dinner Theater.

Check out the full issue for local obituaries, gardening tips, and high school archery updates!

Public Safety: Granville Narcotics Seizure ⚖️ Public Safety Update: Narcotics Seizure in Granville ⚖️ The Jackson County...
01/06/2026

Public Safety: Granville Narcotics Seizure

⚖️ Public Safety Update: Narcotics Seizure in Granville ⚖️ The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office recently concluded a two-day operation in the Granville community, resulting in the removal of illegal narcotics and several fi****ms.

Two individuals, Jeffery Cline and Christy Trott, were arrested on multiple charges including possession of Schedule II fentanyl and methamphetamine. Sheriff’s officials extended their thanks to the Smith County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in keeping our community safe.
https://www.jacksoncountysentinel.net/stories/untitiled,298606

01/06/2026

Hot off the press! The latest edition of the Jackson County Sentinel is here for January 6, 2026. This week, we’re celebrating new beginnings and honoring community leaders.

Inside this issue: 👶 Welcome, Vanessa! Meet the first baby of 2026 born at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. 📚 Literacy Champion: Melissa Dawes is honored by the NSDAR for her incredible work with our local library. 🦌 Sportsmen Alert: Details on the upcoming Young Sportsman Hunt to close out deer season. ⚖️ Public Safety: News on a recent narcotics and fi****ms seizure in Granville.

Don't miss out on these stories and more! Pick up your copy today or subscribe online to stay connected with everything happening in Jackson County.

The First Baby of 2026✨ A New Year, A New Life! ✨ Help us welcome Jackson County’s newest neighbor! Vanessa Kay-Lee Bran...
01/06/2026

The First Baby of 2026

✨ A New Year, A New Life! ✨ Help us welcome Jackson County’s newest neighbor! Vanessa Kay-Lee Brannon made her grand entrance as the first baby of 2026 born at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. 🎀

Born on Jan. 1 at 2:58 a.m., Vanessa weighed 6 lbs 4 oz and measured 20 inches long. Congratulations to parents Selina and Patrick Brannon! A big thank you to the CRMC care team and the Hospital Auxiliary for making this arrival so special.

https://www.jacksoncountysentinel.net/stories/untitiled,298604

Melissa Dawes: Literacy Champion 🏆 Celebrating a Local Leader! 🏆 The Old Walton Road Chapter, NSDAR, has officially reco...
01/06/2026

Melissa Dawes: Literacy Champion

🏆 Celebrating a Local Leader! 🏆 The Old Walton Road Chapter, NSDAR, has officially recognized Melissa Dawes with the NSDAR Literacy Champion Award.

As Director of the Charles Ralph Holland Memorial Library, Melissa’s dedication to promoting literacy and strengthening our community programs is truly inspiring. From organizing library events to advocating for educational leadership, she is making Gainesboro a better place to learn and grow. Join us in congratulating Melissa on this well-deserved honor! 📖✨
https://www.jacksoncountysentinel.net/stories/melissa-dawes-honored-with-nsdar-literacy,298605

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