By JAMES CLARK Around these parts, Scott Garing is known for his Main Street business New York Grill. But he also has an extensive background in the security business and he is bringing his expertise to McMinnville. Garing Protective Services is opening in the building next to New York Grill and the business is expected…

By JAMES CLARK J.B. Brown has developed a hydroponics system that works well growing basil. He sells his basil and lettuce to several area restaurants looking to provide high-quality food. J.B. Brown has carved himself a niche, selling top-quality lettuce and basil to upscale restaurants in the Midstate. J.B. doesn’t spray his vegetables with any…

By JAMES CLARK It’s not often I get to talk about a $4.1 million apartment complex being built in McMinnville. In fact, I don’t recall if I’ve ever talked about a $4.1 million apartment complex. So, as the old saying goes, there’s no better time than the present. A North Carolina-based company called Orchard View…

By JAMES CLARK I’ve long thought democracy is the greatest form of government in the world. But this year’s presidential election really strains that belief. In this great nation of ours, are you telling me those are the three most qualified people we have for our country’s highest office? Hillary Clinton suddenly decides to lie…

BY Kathy Mitchel & Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My boyfriend and I have been going out since I was 14. We are now both 17 and still virgins. “Jack” thinks it’s time we take our relationship a little further, if you know what I mean. I love Jack a lot, but to tell you the…

While some were ‘pretty in pink,’ Kaylyn Baker was ‘beautiful in blue’ at the Southern Standard-sponsored Bicentennial Beauty Pageant at Three Star Mall yesterday. Girls and young ladies competed for crowns in five different categories. For more pageant coverage, see Wednesday’s edition.

Family Features It’s important to understand what to look for when making choices for a heart-healthy eating plan. Learning about fat and cholesterol can help you make smart choices and let you enjoy a diet abundant in flavorful foods while reducing your fat and cholesterol intake. Fat and Cholesterol Facts From the American Heart Association…

By Rob Nunley Warren County Middle School’s golfers opened their season last week, taking on both Coffee County Middle and Manchester Westwood. The Pioneers came away with a victory in the three-team match, topping their closest competitor by eight strokes, while the Lady Pioneers fell just short, losing to the Lady Raiders of Coffee County…

Goody’s Cool Orange 500 ‘ Martinsville 12:30 p.m. ‘ Fox (full lineup, page X-B) 1. Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet 2. Denny Hamlin, Toyota 3. Aric Almirola, Chevrolet 4. David Ragan, Ford 5. Jamie McMurray, Ford 6. Kasey Kahne, Dodge 7. Ken Schrader, Toyota 8. Kyle Busch, Toyota 9. Tony Stewart, Toyota 10. Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet

The Warren County High School baseball team has had a busy few days, taking part in the 36-team Warrior Classic, hosted by Riverdale High School. The Pioneers opened play in their pool ‘ one of four nine-team pools competing at this year’s event ‘ with a big win over Springfield, as they collected 18 hits…