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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Local Judge Receives Award
Judge Justin Angel, who serves the Twelfth Judicial District, was named a “Champion for Families” by Family Reunion for his dedication and leadership. The Twelfth Judicial District includes Bledsoe, Franklin, Grundy, Marion, Rhea, and Sequatchie counties. Angel was recognized for his tireless dedication and strong leadership on the issues that Tennessee families care most about, which is …
Marion County Fire Prevention Day is this Saturday
The Marion County Fire Prevention Day will be held at the old Jasper Elementary School this Saturday, October 7th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Come meet your local firefighters and see the tools and vehicles they use to keep you safe. Drop by and sign up for free fire alarm installations from your local …
Football Results from Games Played on September 29
EJ Wilson had a 111-yard rushing performance on just two carries and two touchdowns during Marion County’s 28-6 win over Tyner in Jasper on Friday night. The third-ranked Warriors, at 7-0 on the season, will travel to Forrest on October 6 before an off week. This week’s Warriors game will be broadcast on The River …
Lane Closures begin Sunday Night in Chattanooga
Beginning October 1st at 9:00 p.m. and continuing for about a week, TDOT says the contractor will begin nightly lane closures (between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. CT) along I-24 between Germantown Road (mile marker 182) and Spring Creek Road (mile marker 185). TDOT says the existing lanes will be narrowed from …
Sequatchie County’s Justin Higdon is Jail Administrator of the Year
Sheriff Bill Phillips and the men and women of the sheriff’s office are proud to congratulate Jail Administrator Justin Higdon as he has received the award of 2023 Division II Jail Administrator of the Year. Justin received his award on Tuesday, September 26, during a ceremony at the Tennessee Corrections Institute (T.C.I.) Annual Conference held …
Area Football Tonight
Marion County will host Tyner Academy tonight. Listen to the Warriors on the Nickajack Radio Network on the live stream at www.theriver104.9.com. South Pittsburg will host Middle Tennessee Christian this evening. You can hear the game on The River 104.9. Whitwell will travel to Bledsoe County tonight. Hear the Tigers broadcast on the Nickajack …
Marion County Sheriff’s Department begins Kindness Award Campaign
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department is sponsoring a Kindness Award as an anti-bullying campaign. The Sheriff’s Department will be offering a $50 gift card per school. Each teacher will submit one student of their choice to the school’s SRO, and then the SRO will make the final decision for each school. Don’t let someone sit …
Haletown Volunteer Fire Department Receive New Air Packs
On Thursday, the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department received new air packs paid for by a FEMA grant. Over the coming weeks, the fire department will integrate these new systems into use on their apparatuses. The fire department received 10 new systems, 20 new 30-minute bottles, and 13 new masks. The earlier Fire Marshall grant makes …
Dunlap Scare on the Square
The City of Dunlap and Citizens Tri-County Bank will host Scare on the Square at Harris Park on Halloween from 5:00 until 7:00 PM. The Sequatchie County High School band will provide music. There will be food, music, and fun for the whole family. No pets are allowed in the park because of small children. …
Stevenson, Alabama Trunk or Treat
The City of Stevenson, AL, will be hosting a trunk or treat on Halloween beginning at 5 p.m. The event will take place on Main St. Please call Stevenson City Hall at 256-599-1290 to reserve a spot. Local businesses, churches, and the city sponsor the event.
