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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T-Mobile Opening in Kimball
The New T-Mobile Store held its ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Marion County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday afternoon. T-Mobile will have its grand opening on Friday at their new store at 735 Main St. in Kimball from 11 AM to 7 PM. There will be giveaways, games, and more.
National “Wear Red Day is Friday
National “Wear Red Day” is Friday, Feb. 2, and it aims to raise awareness of the leading cause of death in women, which is cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association. From clothing to buildings, you’ll certainly be seeing a lot of red. Women account for more than 57% of total stroke deaths. It’s …
Third Child Dies from Flu in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Health has announced a third child has died from the flu in Tennessee this season. The child’s death occurred during the week between Jan. 14 and Jan. 20. Three pediatric influenza-related deaths have been reported in Tennessee this flu season. The season began on Oct. 1, 2023. The first pediatric death …
Tennessee Announces $350 Million Opioid Settlement with Marketing Firm Publicis
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced a $350 million national settlement with Publicis Health to resolve investigations into the global marketing and communications firm’s role in the prescription opioid crisis. Tennessee will receive more than $9 million from the settlement, which will be deposited into Tennessee’s Opioid Abatement Fund to help address the opioid crisis. …
Blood Assurance Appoints New President & CEO
Blood Assurance has appointed Dr. Liz Culler as its new President & CEO. Culler began her career at Blood Assurance as Medical Director in 2006. She was later named Chief Medical Officer and has served in that position ever since. During her tenure, Culler has played a pivotal role in Blood Assurance’s expansion in the …
Get Signed Up for the Lodge National Cornbread Cook-Off
Entries are open for the 2024 Lodge National Cornbread Cook-Off! The Cook-Off champion will receive a $5,000 cash prize and a 30-inch stainless steel gas range from FiveStar Professional Cooking Equipment, and special gifts from Lodge Cast Iron. All finalists receive up to $500 travel reimbursement and a gift basket courtesy of Lodge Cast Iron. …
New Security Technology Eligible for School Safety Grants
State Senator Mark Pody (R-Lebanon) has announced important progress in ongoing efforts to improve school safety. A new security technology alert device is now eligible for school safety grants to cut down on response times in emergencies and help protect teachers and students. At the push of a button from teachers, the new technology can …
Two New Child Protective Seat Technicians at the Dunlap Police Department
The Dunlap Police Department would like to recognize Officer Derek Crawley and Police Clerk Keshia Hickman for completing last week’s Tennessee Highway Safety Office’s 32-Hour Child Protective Seat Technician Certification course at the Signal Mtn. Police Department. This gives the Dunlap Police three certified technicians. The police department is also a Fit Station. If anyone …
Authorities Searching for Stolen SUV taken from Grundy County Home
Grundy County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about the theft of a red K5 Blazer stolen from 1635 Main St in Palmer. The vehicle was stolen during the morning hours on January 29, 2024. If anyone has any information about this incident, contact the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office at (931) 692-3466. The vehicle was not …
New Location of South Pittsburg Historic Preservation Society Museum Open Fridays and Saturdays
The South Pittsburg Historic Preservation Society Museum recently moved to a new location, 316 Cedar Avenue, just down the street from the historic Cameron-Patton Hotel building, the Museum’s previous home. The Museum features hundreds of historic items of local importance. There are old photographs of local people and buildings, an antique gas range made in …
