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Tennessee Gas Prices Dip Slightly Ahead of Busy Memorial Day Travel Weekend
Gas prices across Tennessee dropped slightly over the past week, but drivers heading out for the Memorial Day holiday are still paying significantly more at the pump compared to last year. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Tennessee is now $4.12 per gallon, down three cents from …
TDOT Suspends Lane Closures for Memorial Day Travel Weekend
The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state highways during the upcoming Memorial Day travel period in an effort to ease congestion for holiday travelers. According to TDOT, lane closure activity will be halted beginning at noon on Friday, May 22, and will remain suspended until 6 a.m. …
Sequatchie County, TN Arrest Report for May 19, 2026
The following arrests have been reported by the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department as of 5/18/2026. 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 …
Marion County Schools Announce Schedule Change for Final Week of School Year
Marion County Schools has announced a schedule change for the end of the final week of school for the 2025-2026 school year, affecting all schools in the district, including campuses in Jasper, South Pittsburg, Whitwell, and Monteagle. According to Director of Schools Dr. Mark Griffith, Friday, May 22, 2026, will now be a remote learning …
Multi-Agency “Hands Across the Border” Operation Brings Tennessee and Alabama Agencies Together
Law enforcement agencies from Tennessee and Alabama joined forces Friday for the annual “Hands Across the Border” operation, a coordinated effort focused on public safety and regional cooperation. The operation, held May 15, brought together partnering agencies from Marion County through Cumberland County in Tennessee, along with several agencies from Alabama. Officials said the effort …
South Pittsburg High Interact Club Students Complete Community Beautification Project at Mountain Fire Station
Eight students from the Interact Club at South Pittsburg High School recently volunteered their time to complete a landscaping and beautification project at the South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department fire station. The project took place May 9 following recent repainting efforts at the station. According to organizers, the students arrived early on a Saturday …
Tennessee Boating Deaths Running Ahead of Last Year as Summer Season Begins
Tennessee has already recorded nine boating-related deaths in 2026, putting the state ahead of last year’s pace as officials prepare for the busy summer boating season. According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the number of fatalities this year has increased from five deaths reported during the same period in 2025. Officials say the rise …
Scottsboro Boys Museum Announces Major Expansion Project
The Scottsboro Boys Museum and Cultural Center is preparing for a major outdoor expansion project aimed at increasing education and community engagement surrounding one of Alabama’s most significant civil rights stories. The expansion will include a memorial garden, a historic railcar exhibit, an outdoor classroom, and a new welcome center. Museum leaders say the project …
TVA Board of Directors to Host Public Session and Quarterly Meeting in Guntersville, Alabama
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors invites the public to join its quarterly business meeting in person or online as the agency advances America’s energy future. The meeting will be held at 2 p.m. CT on Thursday, May 21, at the Marshall County RSVP Building, 19272 US Hwy 431, Guntersville, AL …
Marion County, TN Arrest Report for May 18, 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 actual crime has been committed.
