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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Criminal Homicide Suspect Appears in Sequatchie County Court
Earlier this month, we reported about a homicide that occurred in Dunlap on Tuesday afternoon (Oct. 4) at approx. 4:30 p.m., The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office responded to 47 Windridge Dr, Dunlap, TN. 63-year-old Keith Edward Kopecky called 911 and said he had shot his wife, 64-year-old Marcella “Marcy” Renee Ervin. Kopecky was taken into …
Sequatchie County Rescue Squad Fall Festival
Sequatchie County Rescue Squad is looking for vendors for a fall festival they plan for Nov. 18. The event will be held at the Rescue Squad. They have space inside or out for $20 per spot. If you are interested, call the Rescue Squad and leave a message at 423-949-2207.
Critical Need for O-positive and O-negative Blood Donors
Due to multiple trauma patients being treated Tuesday morning at area hospitals, the community blood supply has reached a critically low level. Blood Assurance is in dire need of both O-positive and O-negative blood donors to roll up a sleeve and be someone’s hero. Donors can schedule an appointment at www.bloodassurance.org, or walk into any donation …
Santa and Mrs. Claus Coming to Jasper to Help the Christmas for Kids Campaign
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department will be hosting Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus on November 24 on the square in Jasper. The event will take place from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be accepting donations for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department’s Christmas for Kids campaign. They will be accepting new …
Large Scrap Fire in Chattanooga on Tuesday Morning
On Tuesday morning, Chattanooga Fire Department’s Green Shift crews responded to a large scrap metal fire at 2912 South Market Street. Smoke from the fire could be seen from several miles away. The call came in at 8:14 AM ET on Tuesday. Market Street had to be closed for fire hoses that provided a water …
AP High School Football Poll Released October 16; All Three Marion County Teams Ranked
Division I – Class 6A School Record Points Prv 1. Bradley Central (4) 8-0 120 1 2. Oakland (7) 7-1 113 2 3. Brentwood (1) 8-0 107 3 4. Germantown (1) 8-0 100 4 5. Mt. Juliet 8-0 63 5 6. Bearden 6-2 46 6 7. Riverdale 6-2 39 7 8. Ravenwood 7-1 35 8 …
Debris Burn Permits are Now Required
Tennesseans are being reminded to keep burn safety measures top of mind as the state heads into its fire season. Starting October 15, debris burn permits for leaf and brush piles are required, and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry (TDF) is observing National Fire Prevention Week from October 8 to 14, 2023, …
127 Handguns Found in Tennessee Schools Last Year
Last year, 127 handguns were found in Tennessee public schools, a 111% increase from before the pandemic, according to the Tennessee Safe Schools report. According to a recently published Tennessee Comptroller report, the General Assembly has invested more than $240 million in school safety over the last year. In addition to allocating more money toward …
Plans underway for Isaiah 117 House in Bledsoe County
Isaiah 117 is a nonprofit organization that provides physical and emotional support in a safe and loving home for children awaiting foster care placement. It allows children to stay at a home after being removed from their own homes instead of waiting in the child welfare services office. Isaiah 117Â held a kickoff for Rhea …
Drug Take Back Day is October 28
The DEA National Drug Take Back Day is October 28th from 10:00 AM-2 PM. The Jackson County, AL Sheriff’s Department will have a drop-off location on Scottsboro’s South Side Square basement ramp. On this day, you may drop off your unused, unwanted, or expired medication for proper disposal.
