The City of South Pittsburg reported Saturday afternoon concerning a severe straight‑line wind storm with heavy damage in the city. Emergency crews responded to various locations, but thankfully no injuries were reported. Congressman Scott DesJarlais, who represents Tennessee’s 4th District, also posted about the storm, sharing a photo of the roof torn off the Senior …
Fiber-Optic Theft Suspects Indentified by Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office
The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office reports that it has identified individuals who may have been involved in the theft of fiber-optic cable on Old Henson Gap Road. The agency thanked the community for its continued support and cooperation, noting that information provided by residents helps authorities hold those responsible accountable. The individuals’ names have not …
High School Football Recaps for September 18, 2026
South Pittsburg 62, Franklin County 14: Class 1A’s Pirates were dominant throughout the first half, with the reigning state champions rolling up 438 yards by halftime against the Class 5A Rebels. South Pittsburg senior quarterback Knox Israel was 10-of-14 passing for 255 yards and six touchdowns, including three to University of Tennessee commit Dayon Cooper. …
Sequatchie County Asking for Help at finding Theft Suspects
On February 12, 2026, the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office was notified of the theft of approximately 400 feet of Fiber Optic cable from the 4000 block of Old Henson Gap Road. Investigators at the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individuals believed to be involved in the theft. …
Tennessee Justice Bus coming to Carolyn Stewart Public Library
The Tennessee Justice Bus has partnered with the Carolyn Stewart Public Library in Jasper for a legal resource fair, Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 11:00-2:00. The Tennessee Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission was formed in 2008 and publicly launched the Tennessee Justice Bus. This is a mobile law office that brings technology to rural and under …
Sobriety Checkpoints to be held in Marion County
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoints: Date: October 2, 2026 County: Marion Time: 8:00 PM Location: Hwy 283 @ Mile Marker 1 Date: October 16, 2026 County: Marion Time: 8:00 PM Location: SR Hwy 111 @ Van Buren County Line The scheduled checkpoints are contingent upon manpower and weather conditions.
Area High School Football Schedule for Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
Chattanooga Prep at Marion Co. –The River 104.9 stream Franklin Co. at South Pittsburg –The River 104.9 Pickett Co. at Grundy Co. Whitwell at Lookout Valley –The River 104.9 stream Sequatchie Co. at Cascade–Country Roads 93.3 Bledsoe Co. at York Institute Ider, Al at North Sand Mountain Madison County, Al at North Jackson
Arrest Report for Marion County September 16, 2026
The arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 9/16/2026 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 Facebook page or SValleyNow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that …
Water Restricions Enforced in Pikeville
The City of Pikeville is experiencing a significant drought and has implemented mandatory water restrictions for residents and businesses. The community relies on five wells for its daily water supply; however, one well is currently producing no water because of the drought. Mayor Philip Cagle estimates that the area needs approximately 3–4 inches of rainfall …
Crash on Hwy 111 on Sunday
At 12:35pm on Sunday, Cagle Volunteer Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on Highway 111 southbound involving one vehicle with airbag deployment. Firemen worked alongside the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office and Puckett EMS TN / NORTH GA on scene. Traffic returned to normal and the crew returned to the station around 1:30pm.




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