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Second grade students from Shelbyville ISD’s S.W. Carter Elementary School perform during the Veteran’s Day program the school held to honor area veterans Tuesday, Nov. 11. Submitted | Light and Champion

Second grade students from Shelbyville ISD’s S.W. Carter Elementary School perform during the Veteran’s Day program the school held to honor area veterans Tuesday, Nov. 11. Submitted | Light and Champion

S.W. Carter students honor local veterans

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Second grade students from Shelbyville ISD’s S.W. Carter Elementary School perform during the Veteran’s Day program the school held to honor area veterans Tuesday, Nov. 11.
ASHLEY BALKCOM | JHS

ASHLEY BALKCOM | JHS

RAMS REPEAT AS BI-DISTRICT CHAMPS!

News Staff
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Congratulations to the Joaquin Rams on their 2025 Bi-District championship!Building on last year’s success, the Joaquin Rams made a dominant statement in their return to the playoffs this year with a 42-21 triumph over the Centerville Tigers in a game played in Bullard last Friday night.
PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

News Staff
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Shelby County 4-H’ers participated in District 4-H Food Show. Front row left to right: LeAnn Kay, winner, Jr. Nutritious Snacks & Desserts; Allison Foster, alternate winner, Jr. Main Dish; Casey Lawson, blue ribbon, Jr. Fruits & Vegetables; Jennifer Griffin, winner, Senior Fruits & Vegetables.
50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

Zack Clark Journalist
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Golden Slipper Cafe shootingOn a Saturday night, Calvin Crockett was shot at the Golden Slipper Cafe on Hwy 87, located about four miles south of Shelbyville, following an argument between him and a Mr. Lamar Bell.

Heartbeats Captured in Time

Terri Lacher Community Columnist
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Spring cleaning came late this year, or possibly it came early. It’s hard to decide. After spending a couple of weeks with a dreaded virus, I decided it was time to wipe down and sanitize anything that wasn’t nailed to the walls. Looking around our home made me realize what a pack rat I’ve become.
Shelby County Jail Log

Shelby County Jail Log

Shelby County Jail Log

Sanders, Oscar
Thursday, November 13, 2025
While the individuals listed have been arrested and charged with criminal offenses, by law, they are innocent until proven guilty. These listings are obtained from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and are a matter of public record.
Shelbyville Speech and Debate members qualify for state

Shelbyville Speech and Debate members qualify for state

Shelbyville Speech and Debate members qualify for state

News Staff
Thursday, November 13, 2025
On Nov. 3, 2025, Shelbyville Speech and Debate students Irianna Herrera, Zeke Derr, Gaylon Harrison, Maddie Lout, Kennedy McArthur, and Travis Caporali attended the Region 7 AA Congress Tournament held in Athens. According to U.I.L.
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