Moore County Observer

06/01/2026

The proposed Gateway development was meant to meet a local need. Instead, it has become a dispute over Moore County’s growth. On Tuesday, the developer will again appear before the Planning and Zoning Commission for a site plan review.

Gateway development was meant to meet a local need. Instead, it has become a dispute over Moore County’s growth.

06/01/2026

Congratulations, Taylor! 🎉

🍎💛 This Week’s Whiskey Country Radio Teacher of the Week: Taylor Holcomb, Middle School Interventionist! 🎉

Here’s what the person who nominated Ms. Holcomb had to say: "Ms. Holcomb is always willing to go the extra mile to help her students succeed. She meets students where they are, encourages them to believe in themselves, and never gives up on them. Her patience, kindness, and dedication make a lasting impact on the students she works with every day. She truly cares about helping each student grow both academically and personally."

Congratulations, Ms. Holcomb! 👏 Thank you for the support, encouragement, and dedication you bring to your students every day.

Nominate this week's winner here: https://whiskeycountryradio.com/teacher/ 🍎✨

06/01/2026

Congrats, Logan! 🏈

Meet our new middle school football coach:

Logan Jean graduated from Athens State University with a degree in Physical Education. He also holds a K-12 Computer Science endorsement and currently teaches Computer Science at Lynchburg Elementary. This will be his second year in Moore County.

“Moore County feels like home to me because of my family's ties to the community. I enjoyed being part of this school system and helping coach both the middle school and high school football programs this past season. I'm excited and looking forward to a great season!” - Logan Jean

06/01/2026

Uncle Nearest could be headed toward a sale after its receiver signed a letter of intent with an unnamed investment firm.

Uncle Nearest could be headed toward a sale after its receiver signed a letter-of-intent with an unnamed investment firm.

06/01/2026

Forgive yourself for not knowing then what time, experience, and God would teach you later.

Forgive yourself for not knowing then what time, experience, and God would teach you later.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

A plate from Woodard's and a scoop of cobbler? That is not just lunch. That is the best decision you’ll make all day. Swing by or call ahead: (931) 759-7227.

06/01/2026

Welcome to June. The month starts off with county meetings on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, including the Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday:
🗓️ https://mcobserver.news/events/this-week-in-moore-county/

05/31/2026

There was a time when J.B. Kirk meant whiskey in Woodbury. Then Tennessee went dry, and the bottle disappeared. Now, more than a century later, his great-great-grandsons have brought it back – with a Tennessee-made bourbon shaped by old family records, a wheated mash bill, and one wild whiskey history.

Two great-great-grandsons have revived the spirit of J.B. Kirk with a bourbon rooted in the family record.

05/31/2026

The lunch lineup at Woodard's is doing some heavy lifting this week: chuck wagon, BBQ pork chops, Polish sausage, fish, and taco salad. And yes, there’s cobbler. Get your plate: (931) 759-7227.