Lucky Knott is a longtime broadcaster, sportscaster, and news reporter, having worked in radio here in the Sequatchie Valley and in Coffee and Grundy County for many years. You can hear his news reports weekday mornings and afternoons on The River 104.9 WEPG in Marion County and Country Roads 93.3 in Dunlap/Pikeville. He is also Editor for SValleyNow.com - Sequatchie Valley Now.
Lucky Knott
Marion County, TN
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Alabama State Rep. Proposes Early Voting for the State
A state representative has pre-filed a bill to make voting available in Alabama as early as 17 days before election day. Currently, absentee voting is the only way to vote before Election Day in Alabama. Under the bill, polls would be open for at least eight continuous hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., no …
Tennessee American Water Celebrates 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water Act
Tennessee American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S. Tennessee American Water serves a portion of our radio listening area and is proud to join the water industry in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the landmark law that has …
Special Marion County Christmas Events
Special events were held over the weekend in Marion County. First was the South Pittsburg Christmas parade, followed by the Jasper parade and a benefit concert for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department Christmas for Kids program. People lined the streets to get a glimpse of the Christmas parades and then heard wonderful music at the …
Millions and Millions to Travel for the Holidays
According to AAA, millions of people are expected to travel during the year-end holiday period, including a near-record number of Tennesseans and a record-high number of Americans. From Saturday, Dec. 21 to New Year’s Day, officials predict 2.77 million Tennesseans will travel at least 50 miles from home, over 62,000 more than last year. However, …
Video Stresses Boater Caution near Dam Spillways
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has released a video urging boaters to exercise extra caution near dam spillways. The agency has released a video demonstrating the potential dangers of getting too close to these areas. Watch: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3927790437509163 The TWRA reported that more than 15 deaths have occurred over the past decade due to boaters …
Time Change for Jasper Christmas Parade
The Jasper Christmas Parade will begin at 5 PM instead of 6 PM due to the threat of rain. LINEUP DIRECTIONS for the Country Christmas Parade: Please read carefully if you’re participating in the parade. Line-up begins at 4:00 pm on the corner of Warrior Drive and Betsy Pack. Loading and unloading will occur at …
Scam Warning from the Grundy County Sheriff’s Department
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office wants to warn the community about a phone scam. Scammers call individuals claiming to be from the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Division, using names like “Garry Higgins” or “Kevin Higgins. ” They tell people they have an outstanding warrant and need immediate action. This is a scam. The Grundy …
Work begins at the Lookouts Stadium
Construction has begun for the new Chattanooga Lookouts Stadium, coming to the South Broad District in 2026. Crews began digging at the site to prepare it for the stadium’s foundation. Next, pipes for plumbing will be laid. The updates come following a groundbreaking ceremony for the stadium that was held in July of 2024. The …
City of Dunlap to Discuss Closing Road for Expansion at Harris Park
On December 19, the Dunlap City Commission will review a proposed local ordinance to permanently close a portion of State Street between Walnut Street and Cedar Street. The closing would allow for a safer expansion of the playground and Harris Park. Public input, for or against the ordinance, can be made at the monthly Commission …
Rockslide is to Blame for Problems at Chattanooga Incline
A rockslide set off a chain of events that led to evacuations and to the tracks of Chattanooga’s Incline Railway suffering fire damage on Saturday, according to the National Parks Service. NPS officials say a final investigation report will come out in about two weeks. It says the Mountain Beautiful Trail on Lookout Mountain will be closed …
