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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Fatal Accident on Suck Creek Road
On Sunday, at approximately 4:37 am, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a pedestrian struck at 2032 Suck Creek Road. A female motorist reported she was traveling south on Suck Creek Road when she came upon a downed motorcycle in her lane of travel. She swerved to avoid the motorcycle but struck the motorcyclist, …
2024 Annual Meeting of the SVEC to be held August 8
The 2024 Annual Meeting of the SVEC will be on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at South Pittsburg High School: 717 Elm Ave, South Pittsburg. The SVEC invites you to this special 85th-anniversary celebration. You will receive an SVEC customized Lodge Cast Iron Skillet. They will also have dinner, sweet treats, and music by Silver Queen. …
Dunlap Woman Missing Since 2018
On June 13, 2018, Tiffany Holbert went missing from Dunlap, Tennessee. Her daughter last saw her at around 6 p.m. when she left their home for her daily evening walk. Tiffany hasn’t been seen or heard from since. She was last seen heading towards Highway 127 in Dunlap. Security footage shows Tiffany getting into a …
Free Breakfast and Lunch for Marion County Students
Marion County Schools have announced that student meals will be served at no cost throughout the 2024-2025 school year. They will also have a complimentary after-school snack program available. Meal prices: Breakfast & Lunch = $0.00 (Students only) Faculty & Staff Breakfast = $1.50 Faculty & Staff Lunch = $3.25 Visitor Breakfast = $2.00 Visitor Lunch …
Adult-Sized Changing Tables at Five State Parks to Increase Accessibility
Tennessee State Parks has announced the installation of adult-sized changing tables at five state parks as part of an effort to increase accessibility for all visitors. The added tables bring the total of parks with adult-sized changing tables to six, including one announced in January at Natchez Trace State Park. July marked the 34th anniversary …
Tennessee to Spotlight Underage Drinking During Back-to-School Season
The Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) and the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) are teaming up to raise awareness of underage drinking as students return to class for the new school year. This month, TABC will increase alcohol compliance checks across the state. Â Agents will be out in full force, …
Winds Up to 62mph Reported during Storms on Tuesday
Haletown Volunteer Fire crews responded to Hwy 41 late Tuesday afternoon when strong thunderstorms powered through the area, knocking down trees. Intense winds caused trees to fall onto the highway, making it unpassable at Sullivans Landing and near the Upper Bank restaurant. After a period of time, firemen were able to clear the roadway. Winds …
Election Time in Tennessee
Thursday is Election Day for State and Federal Primaries and County and City Elections. A driver’s license or photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the Tennessee state government, or the federal government can be used even if it has expired. All registered voters can find hours and polling locations, view sample …
Intruder Exercise Conducted at UTC
On Wednesday, the Chattanooga Police Department, in coordination with the UTC Police Department, participated in an armed intruder exercise at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus. This drill brought together emergency responders and volunteers from UTC, Chattanooga Police Department, Chattanooga Fire Department, Hamilton County EMS, Hamilton County 911, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, and …
World’s Longest Yard Sale begins Thursday
The World’s Longest Yard Sale takes place Thursday-Sunday along Hwy 127. Many people are set up in tents and nabbing spaces for the 2024 edition, looking for bargains. Stretching from Addison, MI, southward to Gadsden, AL, the 690-mile route reaches Fort Payne, AL, to Signal Mountain, Lookout Mountain, Dunlap, Pikeville, Crossville, and other communities in …
