Logan Carmichael is a guest contributor for SValleyNow.com. The Whitwell native and now Haletown resident is a longtime area radio personality, and now one-half of Logan & Kaitlyn Mornings on The River 104.9 WEPG. Logan will feature commentary on everything from local events and happenings to music, the arts, celebrities, sports (especially high school and college football), and other musings.
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Historic Coke Ovens Bluegrass Festival Celebrates 40th Anniversary June 13 in Dunlap
DUNLAP, Tenn. — One of Sequatchie County’s longest-running music traditions is preparing to mark a major milestone this summer as the Historic Coke Ovens Bluegrass Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Historic Coke Ovens Park and Museum in Dunlap. Hosted by the Sequatchie Valley Historical Association, the annual festival …
Sequatchie Valley Head Start Now Accepting Applications for 2026-2027 School Year
Families in the are encouraged to apply now for enrollment in the Sequatchie Valley Head Start program for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. The program, which has served local children and families for more than 30 years, is currently accepting applications from qualifying families throughout the region. Head Start provides early childhood education and school …
Sequatchie County Middle School to Host Summer Food Bag Pickups for Families
DUNLAP, Tenn. — Families in Sequatchie County will have access to free food bags this summer through a partnership with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank and Sequatchie County Middle School. According to information released by organizers, Sequatchie County Middle School will serve as a pickup site for the Summer Sun Food and Fun program, which …
Tennessee Drivers to Face New Registration Requirements Beginning in 2027
Tennessee motorists applying for an initial vehicle registration will soon face new documentation requirements under legislation approved by the Tennessee General Assembly. According to a notice issued by the Tennessee Department of Revenue, Public Chapter 954, passed in 2026, will require applicants seeking an initial registration for a motor vehicle that requires a license plate …
Largest Inclusive Playground in Tennessee Set to Open Soon in Grundy County
GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. — A project years in the making is nearing completion as Grundy County prepares to open what is being billed as the largest inclusive playground in Tennessee. “Miracle on the Mountain Play Outside Park,” located near the junction of Highways 56 and 108 in Coalmont, will welcome families as it opens to …
Tennessee Powers Up With First-In-The-Nation Fusion Regulations Starting June 9
Tennessee will become the first state in the nation with its own regulatory framework for nuclear fusion machines June 9, marking yet another major milestone as the global epicenter of nuclear energy. The Volunteer State will be the first state to roll out a technology-neutral approach to fusion regulation. Tennessee will tap into its expertise …
Jasper Highlands Fire Department Launches New Website, Expands Community Resources
The Jasper Highlands Fire Department has unveiled a newly redesigned website aimed at making information and resources more accessible to residents of the Jasper Highlands community. According to a recent announcement from the department, the new website, located at jasperhighlandsfd.com, features improved navigation, expanded information, and additional resources designed to help answer questions about the …
After Three Decades, Tennessee Refreshes Its Iconic Welcome Signs
Tennessee motorists crossing the state line will soon be greeted by a brand-new look. The state officially unveiled a redesigned “Welcome to Tennessee” sign Monday, marking the first major update to Tennessee’s iconic welcome signs in more than three decades. The new design was introduced during a ceremony at the Unicoi County Welcome Center in …
A Summer Tradition Returns: Why Lake Winnie Still Feels Like Home After Generations of Memories
For many people across the Tennessee Valley, summer simply doesn’t feel complete without a trip to Lake Winnepesaukah — better known to generations of locals as simply “Lake Winnie.” And while it’s also easier to spell this way, so many of us can spell it perfectly thanks to the radio and TV commercials of the …
Ketner’s Mill Closes Public Access Following Liability Concerns
A popular local destination known for its historic charm and annual fall festival is closing its property to public access, citing growing legal and liability concerns. In a statement posted this week on Facebook, the owners of Ketner’s Mill announced that while the annual Ketner’s Mill Country Arts Fair will continue each year, the mill …



