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Marion County, TN Arrests for June 8, 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. ALDER, JACKIE L Age: 40 Class: DETAINEE Race/Sex: W/M …
Motorcyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash at I-24/I-59 Split; Driver Sought
A Murfreesboro man was killed Saturday evening in a hit-and-run crash on I-24 west near the I-59 split in Dade County, Georgia, according to the Georgia State Patrol. Troopers responded to the scene just before 5 p.m. on June 6 after receiving reports of a motorcycle crash on westbound I-24 at the interchange with I-59 …
Multiple Cave Explorers Rescued After Floodwaters Trap Groups in Two Jackson County, AL Caves
Floodwaters triggered by heavy rainfall trapped cave explorers in two separate caves in Jackson County, Alabama on Sunday, prompting large-scale rescue operations that ultimately ended with all individuals safely rescued. According to Jackson County Sheriff Rocky Harnen, rescue crews successfully brought all stranded explorers to safety from both caves and transported them back to their …
UPDATE: Missing Marion County Teen Located Safe and Sound
UPDATE — 6/8/26 @ 11:44am: The Marion County Sheriff’s Department says a missing 16-year-old who was the subject of a public search has been located safe and sound. According to the sheriff’s department, the teen has been found and is safe. Authorities announced the update Monday and thanked the public for its assistance and concern …
VIDEO: Town of Kimball City Meeting – June 4, 2026
Here’s a recording of the Town of Kimbal monthly meeting for June 2026. You can view these meetings and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
Mr. & Miss Liberty Pageant Crowns Winners During South Pittsburg’s America 250 Celebration
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — Following up on a story we brought you previously, South Pittsburg’s patriotic spirit was on full display Saturday as contestants from across the region competed in the 2026 Mr. and Miss Liberty Pageant, part of the city’s ongoing celebration of America’s 250th Birthday. The pageant, held as part of the community’s …
Sequatchie County Schools Announces Leadership Changes in Band Program and Alternative School
DUNLAP, Tenn. — Sequatchie County Schools has announced several personnel changes ahead of the 2026-27 school year, including new leadership for the district’s band program and a new principal for the Alternative School. The district recently named Dr. Timothy L. “Tim” Ellison as the new Director of Bands for Sequatchie County Schools. Ellison brings two …
Jackson County EMA Requests Flood Reports as Heavy Rainfall Continues
JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. — As heavy rainfall continues across Jackson County, emergency officials are asking residents, first responders, and local officials to report flooding impacts from the rains to help emergency managers and meteorologists monitor conditions and improve public safety. The Jackson County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) issued the request Sunday in coordination with the …
Two Crashes Cause Delays on U.S. 72 Between Kimball and South Pittsburg Friday Afternoon
Motorists traveling along U.S. Highway 72 between Kimball and South Pittsburg experienced significant delays Friday afternoon following reports of two separate traffic crashes in the area. According to comments from local residents on social media, one of the wrecks occurred near Andy’s convenience store, while a second crash was reported closer to the Interstate 24 …
Overnight Lane Closures Begin Tonight on I-24 for Monteagle Rockfall Mitigation Project
Motorists traveling through Marion County should be prepared for overnight lane closures on Interstate 24 West going up Monteagle Mountain beginning tonight as work continues on the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s ongoing rockfall mitigation project there. According to TDOT, crews will be working on I-24 West between mile markers 137 and 138 over the next …
