Grundy County deputies arrested a man after he brought an AR-style BB gun into the courthouse and aimed it at an employee. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to a “man with a gun” call at the Grundy County Courthouse on Tuesday, February 3. The suspect, identified as Michael Hammond, was seen pointing the …
Nashville just landed an impressive sporting event, landing a spot among the six U.S. cities joining Los Angeles to host Olympic soccer matches during the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Nashville NBC affiliate WSMV reports that the six cities will host the group stages of the tournament, with the final stage matches to be held …
Join the South Pittsburg Rotary Club for a special evening celebrating the incredible service work of our local Interact Clubs from Marion County, South Pittsburg, and Whitwell High Schools. These dedicated students have spent the year leading projects that strengthen our communities. This showcase gives them the stage to share their accomplishments as they prepare …
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce the recipients of the volunteer fire departments 2026 funding. This year a record $20 million will be distributed. The $20 million appropriation for 2026 is the program’s single largest allocation since its inception in 2020. Area departments …
Tennessee legislators are once again considering the future of the state’s grocery tax. According to a new analysis from Trace One (Tennessee Leaders to Debate Grocery Tax Removal), Tennessean consumers spend less on groceries than residents in most other states. The report indicates that Tennessee households allocate approximately $700 per month to grocery purchases, representing …
Despite winter weather affecting a large portion of Tennessee, the state gas price average fell three cents, on average, over last week, according to GasBuddy. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.51 which is a penny less expensive than one month ago and 29 cents less than one year ago. The winter storm that …
ADONIS, ESCAMILLA R Age: 29 Class: Race/Sex: U/M Intake Date: 01/30/2026 08:55 AM City: COLUMBIA Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE Arrested By Officer: T.TRUSSELL Release Date: Charge Bond DRIVING ON REVOKED 4TH 10000 COLVIN, BRITTANY L Age: 39 Class: …
On Thursday (January 29, 2026), deputies with the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting on Chiggertown Loop. After the incident, both the victim and the suspect left the scene. The victim was transported to Erlanger in Dunlap and was later airlifted to Erlanger in Chattanooga, where they remain in the Intensive Care …
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is preparing to address pothole repairs throughout the state following significant damage caused by recent winter storms. Maintenance crews will employ cold-mix asphalt for expedited patching, with comprehensive and permanent repairs scheduled for the spring and early summer months. Motorists should anticipate traffic delays, particularly during off-peak hours from 9 …
The deadline for Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship applications has been extended. The new deadline to apply is Friday, February 6 at 4:00pm central time. Sen. Marsha Blackburn said the extension is due to the recent winter storm that impacted Tennessee. Applications for the 2026-2027 school year’s Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship have already exceed the amount …
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