Motorists traveling between South Pittsburg and New Hope should prepare for delays next week as the Tennessee Department of Transportation conducts a routine inspection of the Shelby Rhinehart Bridge. According to TDOT, crews will be inspecting the span, which carries SR-156 over the Tennessee River beginning Monday, June 1, and continuing through Friday, June 5. …
The assault case against a former Sequatchie County elementary school teacher accused of physically assaulting a special needs student has been dismissed following action by the Sequatchie County Grand Jury. Former Griffith Elementary School teacher Holly Condra was arrested in August 2025 after an investigation by the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities alleged that Condra …
Residents of all ages in Jackson County will soon have the opportunity to explore new hobbies, develop creative skills, and connect with others through a new free summer program hosted by IMPACT Learning Center. The program, called “The Summer of IMPACT,” begins June 8 and will feature a variety of student-led classes at the IMPACT …
The Tennessee Department of Health has released its latest round of food service and lodging inspection scores for restaurants, mobile food units, hotels, daycare kitchens, and other establishments across Marion and Sequatchie counties –this report ending May 29, 2026. Good news for diners, the lowest score in Marion County was a 92 and 93 in …
Tennesseans will once again have the opportunity to fish license-free across the state during the annual Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day on Saturday, June 6. The event, organized by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, allows both residents and visitors of all ages to fish in Tennessee’s public waters without purchasing a fishing license for the …
Now that the days of Chattanooga’s Riverbend Festival each June are long gone, maybe you’re missing that vibe — the riverside concerts, food vendors, folding chairs, warm summer nights and live music echoing across the Tennessee River. While Riverbend remains on indefinite hiatus, Tennessee still has no shortage of outdoor music experiences ready to fill …
New research shows the Chattanooga area continues attracting new residents from across the country — with California now serving as the top source of out-of-state newcomers moving into the region. And while much of the attention often centers on Hamilton County and Chattanooga itself, the migration trend is also having a growing impact right here …
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The City of South Pittsburg is inviting residents from across Marion County to take part in a patriotic celebration next month as the community hosts a special Flag Day Parade honoring America’s 250th birthday. The parade is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, beginning at 10 a.m. CST in South Pittsburg. City officials say the event …
Health officials across Tennessee are warning residents to take extra precautions against ticks this summer as warm temperatures and persistent wet weather create ideal conditions for increased tick activity across the region. The warning comes as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports emergency room visits related to tick bites are running higher than …
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