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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Theme for Jasper Christmas Parade Announced
The Town of Jasper has announced the theme for the 2023 Christmas Parade: Festival of Lights. The parade will be held on Saturday, December 9, beginning at 6:00 PM. Floats will be judged by their bright lights and creativity. Prizes for first, second, and third places. Call the Town of Jasper if you have questions …
Whitwell Woman Faces Drug Charges and More in Alabama
This past Friday (Oct. 27), Regan Kilgore, a 22-year-old resident of Whitwell, Tennessee, was arrested by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office in Fackler, AL. While serving an outstanding warrant, officers detected the strong smell of marijuana coming from a nearby trailer on County Road 166. After a search, law enforcement found 196 grams of a …
The Pinta will arrive on Friday
A replica of the ship Pinta is coming to Chattanooga from November 3-20. The vessel will be docked as a “floating museum” for tours at the Chattanooga Pier. Columbus used the original version of Pinta and was the first ship to sight land on the famous October 12, 1492 voyage. Dockside, educational tours will be …
No Trash November Aims to Remove 50,000 Pounds of Litter from Roadways
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee announces its third annual No Trash November, a month-long statewide initiative encouraging Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities. Last year’s campaign included 95 events with over 1,300 volunteers who collected more than 48,000 pounds of litter from the state’s roadways. “Litter on our public roads is …
Tennessee American Water Holds Celebration for 10th Anniversary as Whitwell’s Water Provider
With the natural backdrop of the colorful fall foliage, Tennessee American Water employees celebrated the 10th anniversary of the company becoming the water provider for Whitwell, Powells Crossroads, and surrounding area customers. Employees from the Sequatchie Valley District and their families gathered Thursday, October 26, at Whitwell’s Veterans Memorial Park pavilion to spend time together …
Help Available for Producers Due to Extreme Drought Conditions
Several Tennessee counties have been designated as D-3 or under extreme drought conditions on the latest USDA drought monitor. Producers in certain counties are eligible for drought assistance payments from USDA FSA. Producers in Bledsoe, Grundy, Hamilton, Marion, and Sequatchie Counties should contact their local FSA offices for information on receiving assistance. Producers will need …
Free Flu Shots Wednesday at the Marion County Health Department
The Marion County Health Department, located on 7th St. East in Jasper, will provide free flu shots on Wednesday (Nov. 1). Go to www.tn.gov/health/fightflu for more information. The free flu shots will be given between 8 AM-6 PM. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Tennessee Department of Health recommend that everyone six …
Sequatchie County High School Band Two Time Winners
Congratulations to the Sequatchie County High School Band. Over the last two weekends, they have participated in competitions. On October 21st, they won 1st place in the 1A division in Livingston. Then, they took home 1st place again on October 28th in the 1A division in Rhea County.
Halloween in South Pittsburg
The City of South Pittsburg will host a trunk or treat on Halloween night from 6 until 8:00 PM. The event will occur on Cedar Ave, between 4th and 5th streets. There will be candy, games, and inflatables. There will be cash prizes for the best costume and best trunk decorations. Also, there will be …
Fall Festival at the Sequatchie County Rescue Squad
Sequatchie County Rescue Squad is looking for vendors for a Fall Festival they plan for Nov. 18. Vendors open at 9:00 AM, with kids activities beginning at noon. There will be face painting, photo booth, pumpkin bowling, and you’ll be able to feed and pet goats and a lot more. The event will be held …
