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.
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Jasper Jack-O-Lantern is Oct. 25
The Town of Jasper 2025 Joshua Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will be held on Saturday, October 25, from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. The Town of Jasper will host this free, safe, family-friendly event. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, Petting Zoo, Games, and great food. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. If you have questions …
Fire Season is Approaching
With fire season approaching, we wanted to remind you that now is the best time to prepare. Taking proactive steps can help defend your home and community from wildfire before the embers fly. Simple actions like clearing debris from gutters, trimming tree branches near your home, and creating defensible space around your property can make …
Sequatchie County Deputies Continue Their Effort to Keep Drugs Off the Streets
As the war against drugs continues, Sequatchie County deputies work every day to lessen the availability of dangerous drugs in the county. The posted photos depict just a few examples of more than a dozen cases handled by deputies over the past couple of months, several with the assistance of K-9 Gator. Even though they …
Second Grundy County School Board Member Resigns
Grundy County has announced the resignation of another school board member, Eric Birdwell. Birdwell cited, among other reasons, the backlash following his decision to vote against teacher bonus pay as a factor in his departure. The teacher bonus was linked to Governor Bill Lee’s “Education Freedom Act” and required approval from local school boards to …
Unemployment Rates Drop in Area Counties
According to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD), unemployment rates declined in every Tennessee county in August. All 95 counties saw their unemployment rates drop from July to August, while no county experienced a decline from June to July. Local county unemployment rates: Marion-5.3 in July, down to 4.1 …
High School Football Recap for Games Played on September 26
The South Pittsburg Pirates recovered six fumbles in the second half, improving to 4-1 and dropping Red Bank to 1-4. The Pirates beat the Lions 31-7. South Pittsburg senior Dayon Cooper carried the ball 21 times for 161 yards and two touchdowns. The Pirates will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The …
Area Road Construction
MARION COUNTY SR-156 bridge repair over the Tennessee River, LM 15.2:Â The contractor will perform painting operations and structural repairs on the SR-156 bridge over the Tennessee River in South Pittsburg. This work will require intermittent lane closures controlled by flaggers or a temporary traffic signal, leaving one lane open. Please use caution when driving through …
Radio Coverage of High School Football
The Warriors of Marion County are on the road this week against region opponent Monterey (2-3). Check out the game on Friday at www.theriver104.9.com. South Pittsburg (3-1) will host Red Bank (1-3). The game can be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver104.9.com. Whitwell (1-4) will venture away from home this week to take on …
Former Sequatchie County Children’s Advocacy Center Former Director Indicted and Arrested
The former director of the 12th Judicial District’s Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) in Sequatchie County has been charged with allegedly using a company card for personal purchases. According to an indictment, between 2019 and 2024, Kelli Renee Craig is accused of using the CAC’s company credit card for personal expenditures totaling over $60,000. A grand …
University of the South Over Toxic Mold
The University of the South is being sued for more than $35 million related to reports of toxic mold in student dormitories. Current and former students allege that black mold in their dorms caused health issues and interrupted their studies. The lawsuit was filed in Franklin County Circuit Court on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. It …



