On Tuesday, at the request of the Dade County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), GBI agents began investigating a shooting in Trenton, GA. Preliminary information indicated that two men located outside the home with apparent gunshot wounds. Both men were transported to a regional hospital for medical treatment. During the investigation, Colbin Quinn Davis, 28, of Trenton, …
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials say two suspects were caught illegally harvesting 688 ginseng roots, weighing about eight pounds. One had 167 roots, and the other had 521. Because ginseng can take up to 10 years to mature and may live for more than 75 years, illegal harvesting harms the environment. All plants, wildlife, …
A juvenile has been charged after a loaded firearm was found on the campus of Tyner Middle High Academy. On the morning of September 30, 2026, school administrators searched a student’s vehicle after a parent raised concerns about a possible firearm on campus. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office said deputies found a loaded AR-15 inside …
Gas prices across the state moved six cents less expensive this week, on average, as of Tuesday. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $4.01 which is 32 cents more expensive than one month ago and $1.29 cents more expensive than one year ago. Tennessee area prices as of Tuesday afternoon: Marion County average price …
Enrollment at Tennessee’s public community colleges and universities increased this fall, according to data released by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. The institutions reported 228,352 students, up 2,933 students, or 1.3%, from the same point last fall. Tennessee State University recorded the largest percentage increase among universities. Nashville State Community College recorded the largest percentage increase among …
The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is investigating a deadly crash that occurred on I-24 Westbound on Monday night. They say shortly before 9:30 p.m., CPD’s Traffic Unit responded to a multivehicle crash near the Rossville Boulevard exit on I-24 Westbound. Preliminary findings indicate a motorcyclist driving at a high rate of speed crashed into the …
Here’s a recording of the Marion County Commission’s monthly meeting for September 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
In recognition of American Water Works Association’s Annual Source Water Protection Week (September 27 to October 3), Tennessee American Water is highlighting its commitment to providing customers with safe, clean, reliable water services. “Protecting our source water is the first step in providing safe, clean, reliable drinking water,” said Grant Evitts, Tennessee American Water President. “Keeping our rivers, lakes and …
Division I Class 1A South Pittsburg (5-1) — 180 points (18). Last week: No. 1. Coalfield (5-1) — 157 points. Last week: No. 2. McKenzie (4-2) — 139 points. Last week: No. 3. Humboldt (6-0) — 132 points. Last week: No. 4. Greenback (6-0) — 106 points. Last week: No. 5. Cornersville (6-0) — 90 …
MARION COUNTY I-24 [17.61-21.76] resurfacing from near SR-27 (US-72) to east of SR-28: Contractor resurfacing on I‑24 in both directions from MM 152.2 to MM 156. Work occurs Sunday nights through Thursday nights from 7 PM – 6 AM. Single lane closures will leave one lane open. Intermittent full ramp closures will leave at least …
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