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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Veterans Day Parade in Jasper Nov. 11
The VFW presents the annual Veterans Day Parade in Jasper on Saturday, November 11, at 1:00 p.m. Come out to support and show the veterans how much we appreciate them. There will be prizes for the most patriotic golf cart/ATV. Also, there is a challenge for schools, churches, clubs, etc., to march in the parade …
Huge Crowd Turns Out for Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree
The annual Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree around the square in Jasper was a huge success on Saturday. Many, many vendors greeted the large crowd with lots of treats. The Marion County High Band and cheerleaders also performed during the exciting event. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hello to the crew from The River 104.9.
Tourism Grants Awarded Locally
Tourism is getting a boost in communities across Tennessee, as the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development has announced that the state awarded 29 communities over $2.22 million in Tourism Enhancement Grants. City of South Pittsburg: New stage flooring and electronic messaging signs at the Princess Theater $90,000. Sequatchie County: Wayfinding and interpretive signage, lighting, and …
ATVs Stolen in Grundy County
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance with any information regarding two (2) side-by-sides that were stolen from Buddy Singleton Road in Gruetli-Laager. One of the vehicles is a 2017 RZR 1000 XP and is black and red in color. The other is a yellow/green 2021 Can-Am Defender with custom 1-off doors and …
Marion County Finishes Regular Season 10-0 Plus Other Scores and Playoff Information
The state’s No. 2 Class 2A Marion County Warriors finished the program’s first 10-0 regular season since 1995 with a 42-9 Region 4-2A victory over visiting Cascade on Friday night. Brody Leonard had 104 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Sam Pickett and E.J. Wilson added TDs, and Tilton Pickett threw for 83 yards and a …
Area Road Work
GRUNDY COUNTY I-24 TDOT Contractor both directions from MM 127 to MM 128.4:Â During this reporting period, contractors will close outside shoulders in both directions intermittently between the hours of 7AM and 7PM, Monday through Friday. [STC – Consor / FORD] Â GRUNDY COUNTY I-24 TDOT Maintenance eastbound from MM 132.5 to MM 133.7:Â Right shoulder will …
South Pittsburg Wins Region Championship
South Pittsburg scored three touchdowns within its first ten offensive plays and never looked back. The top-ranked Pirates defeated Whitwell 42-7 for the regional championship at home on Thursday night. Senior quarterback Kamden Wellington had 220 yards passing and added another 83 on the ground. He had three touchdown passes and rushed for two more. …
Whitwell Man Facing Multiple Charges after Pursuit by Dunlap Police
On Wednesday night around 11:00, Dunlap Police officers observed a beige 2017 Toyota Camry driving erratic on Hwy 28 traveling southbound in the city limits. Officers attempted a traffic stop on the vehicle, which initially pulled over but then took off before officers could exit their vehicles. Officers began a pursuit of the vehicle. …
Roadway Changes for Dunlap on Halloween
To help with the heavy amounts of traffic on Hill Circle in Dunlap, The City of Dunlap Police will be making temporary roadway changes this Halloween. During the heaviest times of trick or treating, 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Hill Circle will be one-way traffic only. Motorists are asked to enter Hill Circle from Fredonia …
Burn Ban in Marion County
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department reported a burn ban on Thursday for the county. You may only burn in a barrel, and if you call 877-350-2876 or go online to burnsafetn.org. A fire must always be attended to. We have had an extremely dry year, and fires are getting away from people quickly, so please …
