A Shelbyville man has been charged with sexual exploitation of a minor. Christopher Reinhardt, 50, of Peacock Lane, is being held on $50,000 bond at Bedford County Jail. Reinhardt allegedly … more

According to Bedford County Circuit Court documents, Sam Rich has filed a motion for a new trial. That motion was denied on Monday by Senior Trial Judge Thomas J. Wright. “The case on … more

The third person charged in the murder of 37-year-old Artenchius Wainwright pled guilty and was sentenced on Oct. 17 to serve 20 years in prison. Colby Ray Watford, 27, of Dowelltown in DeKalb … more

Smoke rises from fuel burning in a storage tank off Sims Road after a blaze broke out around 3 p.m. Thursday. The smoke was visible for miles. Four Bedford County Fire Department stations responded. more

Saturday, Oct. 29, come for ghost stories, carved pumpkins, and coffee bar! more

The president of Tennessee’s large AFL-CIO union credits his Shelbyville upbringing ­— and a few key individuals ­— with playing a big part in his success. more

Bell Buckle no doubt knows how to throw a community party. This weekend is a good example. The town will host its Old Fashioned BB Halloween Party on Friday, Oct. 28, from 5 to 8 p.m. on the town … more

Pulaski Classic on Oct. 15 more

As someone who’s had breast cancer, Debbie Sudduth knows the importance of getting a regular check-up and mammogram.“I cannot shout from the treetops enough; you have got to be … more

A member of Shelbyville City Council sharply disagrees with some fellow members’ decision to cut the city’s annual contribution to the Shelbyville-Bedford County Partnership from $210,000 … more

A second person was arrested today (Thursday, Oct. 20) in connection with the Oct. 5 shooting death of Charles Dejuan Mayes of Shelbyville. Davontay Holt, 28, of Shelbyville is charged with … more

Bedford County students and educators were encouraged to wear orange, the designated Unity Day color, on Wednesday. The day is set aside most of all to unite for kindness, acceptance and inclusion, ultimately putting a stop to bullying. Each employee at the Central Office created their own special pumpkin to display with encouraging words. See more photos in Saturday’s Times-Gazette. more

A decision on a requested $30,000 contribution to the non-profit Community Clinic of Bedford County was deferred a month Thursday by Shelbyville City Council. New City Manager Scott Collins was … more

“Is this your wallet?” a woman asked a Kroger customer moments after he’d accidentally left it in a shopping cart. He thanked her for returning it -– but soon discovered … more

An open house was held Saturday at the historic Gilliland House, 803 Lipscomb St. Visitors could tour a replica of an original log cabin and visit the museum inside the brick house, also built by … more

Bell Buckle is beloved by many for its quaint downtown, quiet, rural land, craft fair and other events. But behind the well-known face of Bell Buckle is town clerk, Janet Robinson, who was recently … more

Bedford County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Tuesday night to fill open committee seats with new members. Appointments were based off each commissioners’ rank choice. They … more

T-shirts in recognition of National Cancer Awareness Month are being sold through October by Shelbyville Police Benevolent Association. The shirts are $20 each and can be purchased at the front … more

Approximately $38,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from a truck at a home on El Bethel Road, a Bedford County deputy was told Friday The victim said he suspects a resident of the residence he was … more

Chris and Stephanie Sarsfield bought just over 20 acres of land a few years ago on Webb Road with the dream of opening a pick-your-own flower farm and small, quaint, wedding venue. In … more