Stories from Sunday, November 30, 2008

Winter weather is in the forecast for Monday, and while kids in the area are probably looking forward to it, for Bedford County's homeless, it's bad news all the way around. That's why an advocate for those without shelter is urging that someone -- the city, county, a private citizen or organization -- come forward and provide a warm place for them to stay...

Runners of all levels will take over the streets of Shelbyville Dec. 6 for First Choice Pregnancy Center's 5K run, called "Run for their Lives," which will lead the annual Christmas parade. Kailey Snell, of Shelbyville, will be a sure standout. Why?...

Bedford County was awarded a litter grant totaling $40,759 this week, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announced. Liter grant funds are distributed each year to all 95 Tennessee counties by TDOT. The funds are determined by the county's road miles and population to ensure an equitable distribution throughout the state. The grants were part of the "StopLitter In Tennessee" effort...

CHAPEL HILL-- The workload hasn't lightened up for the holiday season for Cascade and a rusty, depleted roster took another hammering from a Class AAA foe when Tullahoma downed the Champions 58-28 on Friday night in Forrest High School's Thanksgiving Classic...