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Jasper Highlands Fire Department Launches New Website, Expands Community Resources

The Jasper Highlands Fire Department has unveiled a newly redesigned website aimed at making information and resources more accessible to residents of the Jasper Highlands community. According to a recent announcement from the department, the new website, located at jasperhighlandsfd.com, features improved navigation, expanded information, and additional resources designed to help answer questions about the …

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After Three Decades, Tennessee Refreshes Its Iconic Welcome Signs

Tennessee motorists crossing the state line will soon be greeted by a brand-new look. The state officially unveiled a redesigned “Welcome to Tennessee” sign Monday, marking the first major update to Tennessee’s iconic welcome signs in more than three decades. The new design was introduced during a ceremony at the Unicoi County Welcome Center in …

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Jackson County, AL EMA Launches New Emergency Alert System

SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — Residents of Jackson County will soon receive emergency notifications through a new alert platform as the Jackson County Emergency Management Agency transitions from its longtime CodeRED system to SiRcom Smart Alerts. According to a press release from Jackson County EMA Director Joshua Whitcomb, the new system is powered by HQE Systems, Inc. …

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A Summer Tradition Returns: Why Lake Winnie Still Feels Like Home After Generations of Memories

For many people across the Tennessee Valley, summer simply doesn’t feel complete without a trip to Lake Winnepesaukah — better known to generations of locals as simply “Lake Winnie.” And while it’s also easier to spell this way, so many of us can spell it perfectly thanks to the radio and TV commercials of the …

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Recent Rainfall Has Helped, But Area Reservoirs Remain Near or Slightly Below Seasonal Averages

With recent rounds of heavy rain across the Tennessee Valley, many residents may assume area reservoirs are running well above normal levels heading into the summer recreation season. However, officials say the situation is a bit more complicated. Just a few weeks ago, much of Tennessee and portions of the surrounding region were experiencing some …

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TDOT Advises Motorists of Ongoing Road Work and Bridge Inspections Across Marion County

Motorists traveling throughout Marion County should expect delays and use extra caution as several Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) projects remain active across the county this week. One of the most significant projects continues along Interstate 24 near Monteagle, where crews are performing rockfall mitigation work on the westbound side of the interstate near mile …

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Chattanooga Area Gas Prices See Slight Drop Ahead of Summer Travel Season

Drivers across the local area are getting some relief at the pump as gasoline prices continue to move lower heading into the busy summer travel season. According to fuel price tracking service GasBuddy, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Chattanooga has fallen 34.2 cents per gallon over the past week, bringing the local …

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Northeast Alabama Community College Softball Captures National Championship in Program’s Second Season

In just its second year of existence, the Northeast Alabama Community College softball program has reach ed the pinnacle of junior college softball. The Mustangs rallied from an early deficit Sunday to defeat Temple College 7-3 and claim the 2026 NJCAA Division I Softball National Championship at Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Alabama. The title marks …

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New Tennessee Law Now in Effect to Shield Utility Customers from Data Center Costs

Tennessee utility customers now have additional protections as a new state law aimed at addressing the growing impact of large-scale data centers officially takes effect. The legislation comes as Tennessee continues to see significant growth in data center development driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and other technology-related industries. Lawmakers say the goal is to …

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Marion County, TN Arrest Report for June 1, 2026

DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now or svalleynow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that an actual crime has been committed. BELK, CHASE D Age: 26 Class: NON SENTENCED Race/Sex: W/M …

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