Portland Sun

As the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency struggles with an $18.5 million deficit, a bill that would provide supplemental funding by the state continues to advance through the state legislature. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/cce-p…

An environmental protection group has filed a lawsuit demanding more federal protection for Hellbenders, including providing a personal bodyguard for each of the slimy salamanders (kidding on that part). mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/cheat…

On March 5, the community gathered to support those children at the Sumner County CASA Reverse Raffle, an annual event that combines fun, suspense and generosity to help ensure every child in foster care has someone advocating for their best interests. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

The Tennessee Senate passed legislation on Monday, March 2, expanding the authority of state regulators and the Attorney General to investigate and shut down illegal gambling operations. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

State Rep. William Slater, R-Gallatin, has proposed legislation to improve safety on Tennessee roads by strengthening penalties for texting while driving. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

America has the crown jewel when it comes to managing elections and preventing fraudulent voting. But our elected representatives, from local to presidential, continue to push the false narrative that our elections are somehow compromised. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

Effective participation is a difficult and valuable professional skill, as well as a key component of good leadership, is what I’m saying here. Helping students get better at it is an important learning outcome in many humanities and fine arts classes. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/colum…

If you would like to meet these or other adoptable pets at Safe Place for Animals, visit safeplaceforanimals.com or call (615) 451-7342. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/life-…

The devil doesn’t play nicely, and this is my opportunity to smack him down. I plan to trust the Lord to help me be perceptive and recognize what is right and what is wrong and fling the wrong away! mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/colum…

Sumner County's Homeschool 4-H Club announces its recycled craft contest winners. All winners are invited to compete at the upcoming County Recycled Craft Contest. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

On a cold night in February 1781, after the smoke cleared at the Battle of Cowan's Ford, three patriots slipped quietly back onto the battlefield. Among them was Maj. David Wilson. Their mission was not glory, but gratitude. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

An estimated 2,000-plus people spilled onto the grounds of Bledsoe’s Fort Historic Park in Castalian Springs to celebrate the Sumner County Irish Festival. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

A Cottontown man is facing a slew of charges, including drug possession and stealing a vehicle, after being taken into custody by police earlier this month. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/news-…

Create Energy officials announced on March 11 that the company is launching a major expansion, creating a total of 1,003 new jobs and investing more than $78 million across Sumner and Robertson Counties. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/news-…

Blood Assurance's mobile blood drive bus made its way to Portland on Saturday, March 7, for a special blood drive held at Generation Church to honor of the life of Austin Dill and what would have been his 21st birthday. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/lifes…

The Portland Sun accompanied the Portland Genealogy Club off site and on the road on March 7 for a trip to the Sumner County Schools Archives, located at 580 Hawkins Drive in Gallatin. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/life-…

Boaters are reminded of low-water conditions during the winter on many impoundments, making rocks, stumps and other barely submerged structures hazardous to navigation. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/chron…

High school academic teams from across Sumner County delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Tennessee State Academic Quizbowl Tournament, held Saturday, Feb. 28, at Tennessee Tech. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/galla…

The Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America (AVVA) is hosting a Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction on Saturday, March 21, from 8-11 a.m. at Saundersville United Methodist Church, 710 East Main Street, Hendersonville. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/hende…

HOPE Family Health and Highpoint Women’s Health invite the public to “HOPE and Health: A Women’s Wellness Fair” on Thursday, March 19. mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/news-…