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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Local High Schools Working with Komatsu
During November, the Tennessee Department of Education has been celebrating Career Development Month by highlighting the Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Innovative School Models (ISM) programs that provide every student with the necessary skills to pursue postsecondary education and high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand careers. The participation rate of middle school students in CTE courses nearly …
Deer Gun Season Opens Saturday
Tennessee’s 2024-25 statewide gun hunting season for deer opens Saturday, Nov. 23. The season traditionally opens each year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. During gun season, sportsmen may also use muzzleloaders or archery equipment. The statewide bag limit for antlered bucks is two. No more than one antlered deer may be taken daily, not exceeding two …
Update on Last Week 12 Vehicle Crash on I-24
Last Thursday, chaos ensued on I-24 East as a series of accidents involving 12 vehicles unfolded, leaving drivers stranded in standstill traffic for a staggering 9 hours overnight. According to the crash report released by the Georgia State Patrol, the wreckage began when a vehicle towing a camper was involved in a minor collision. The …
Updated Information on Plane Crash in Chattanooga
Two people are fortunate to be alive following a single-engine plane crash on busy Shallowford Rd during Chattanooga’s Tuesday evening rush (5:51 PM ET). Reportedly, the engine went out, and the plane descended half a mile from the nearby airport runway. One person was out of the plane when Chattanooga firemen arrived, and another had …
Warning for Tennesseans about Website Scammers Posing as Dealerships
The Office of the Tennessee Attorney General urges consumers to be aware of scam websites posing as classic car and heavy equipment dealerships. Even though scammers answer the phones, send videos, and even fake business licenses, consumers will be swindled out of their money if they fall for these scams. Leo’s Luxury Motors claimed to …
Vandals are Warned to Stay Away from City Decorations in Dunlap
As we enter the holiday season, you may have noticed that City of Dunlap employees have been busy decorating Harris Park with festive displays. They kindly request your cooperation in preserving these decorations, which reflect the community’s diligence and civic pride. The City of Dunlap maintains a strict policy against vandalism of city property and …
Tips for Holiday Travel
With the holiday season about to begin, the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is sharing tips for optimal travel. Following these tips will ensure safe travel, dispatchers say: Always know your location. Check your tire pressure. Keep your phone charged. Allow extra time to get to your destination. Don’t let your fuel level get too low.
It’s National Crash Responders Safety Week
In honor of National Crash Responders Safety Week, Tennessee leaders remind motorists about the ‘Move Over Law.’ Please stay alert for law enforcement and first responders working crashes in and along the roadway. Please slow down and move over. State employees’ safety depends on you.113 Tennessee Highway Patrol and TDOT employees have been killed in …
Shooting Investigation Continues in Whitwell
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, a shooting took place in Whitwell. When the police arrived at the scene, they observed the victim to be bleeding heavily from the left leg and the left hand. The victim advised that he had been shot by a black male, identified as Troy Walters. The victim was transported via …
Lead Water Service Line Inventory (LSLI) Project Update in Dunlap
Several Dunlap Water System customers will soon receive an LSLI letter regarding their service line. The water system is currently working to identify the type of material used in all customer service lines from the meter to the home or business. To date, no lead lines have been identified in the Dunlap Water System. If …
