Christopher “Brian” Janeway of Marion County has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for providing methamphetamine that led to a fatal overdose. He admitted guilt for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and reckless homicide. Authorities tracked the overdose back to Janeway during their investigation, leading to his arrest for possessing meth. Additional drug charges were …
A group of Grundy Countians have achieved their dream after years of work: the county now has Tennessee’s largest ADA inclusive park located in Coalmont. Mountain Play Outside Park that opened last Friday, features custom ADA compliant equipment, including zip lines with secure seats, padded turf, wheelchair-accessible swings, shaded slides, a toddler area, and a …
Deputies and animal welfare officials are investigating a suspected animal hoarding case at Caroline Ruth Atkins’ property in Bledsoe County. Atkins, previously charged with animal cruelty in 2019 after authorities recovered 170 dogs and 60 cats from her Pikeville home, is again under scrutiny. More than 160 dogs and more than 40 cats were reportedly …
Here’s a recording of the Town of Jasper’s City Meeting for July 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
The following arrests have been reported by the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department as of 7/14/2026. 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 …
According to court records in Marion County 18 year-old JaMychal Buckner allegedly raped a teenage female just before midnight on June 28. The alleged assault took place at female’s home. The arrest report that charged Bucker with rape, also says that the victim did not consent. Buckner, who played football for South Pittsburg before graduating in …
According to the American Automobile Association, the average price of gas in Tennessee rose 13 cents in the past week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.49 which is 14 cents less expensive than one month ago but 69 cents more expensive than one year ago. In Marion County the average gas price was $3.42 per gallon …
‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ is taking place this week in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina to combat speeding. Law enforcement will focus on excessive speeders to prevent crashes, injuries, and fatalities. According to a 2020 Tennessee Highway Patrol study, speeding-related crashes are four times more likely to be fatal. The operation started Monday …
DELGADO-BELLO, DANIEL Age: 43 Class: Race/Sex: H/M Intake Date: 07/09/2026 05:58 PM City: JASPER Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE Arrested By Officer: MCSD RODERICK Release Date: 07/11/2026 06:42 AM Charge Bond DRIVING W/O LICENSE 500 FUGET, BRIAN K Age: 35 …
One year ago, Ja’Mychal Buckner was preparing to play his senior year of high school football for the South Pittsburg High Pirates. Now, Buckner is facing a serious arrest at the Marion County Jail. The 18 year-old was charged with rape on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Buckner, who played running back for South Pittsburg High …
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