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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TDOT Suspending All Interstate Construction Work Easter Weekend Begining Thursday
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all interstate construction work on Easter weekend in anticipation of increased holiday travel. TDOT crews and contractors will stop all road construction work that requires lane closures beginning Thursday, April 2, at 6:00 p.m. through Monday, April 6, at 6:00 a.m. This will provide maximum roadway capacity to motorists …
Marion County Arrest Report for Wednesday April 1, 2026
 BAXTER, MARKEL Age: 28 Class: Race/Sex: B/M Intake Date: 03/31/2026 10:43 AM City: GRIFFIN Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE Arrested By Officer: M HOBBS Release Date:  Charge Bond FAIL TO APPEAR 4000  ESPINOZA-CASTRO, VICENTE E Age: 31 Class: DETAINEE …
Vegetation Removal Prompts Lane Closures on Interstate 24 in Marion County
Drivers traveling near I-24 East and West in Marion County are encouraged to be aware of maintenance activities that will have an impact on traffic. Currently the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews are closing the left lane on I-24 East and West from mile marker 140.6 to mile marker 166.4 for vegetation removal. Nightly closures will occur Sunday …
Former Owner of Whitwell Dary Bar Convicted on Sex Charges
A Kenai, Alaska, jury has convicted the former owner of the Whitwell Dairy Bar on charges of first‑degree sexual assault and second‑degree sexual abuse of a minor. Darold Greg Love, 66, was found guilty of forcibly assaulting his 16‑year‑old step‑granddaughter in November 2021, according to the Alaska Department of Law. Prosecutors said the victim spent …
Gas Rises to over $4 per Gallon Nationwide, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia Stay Below
U.S. gas prices jumped past an average of $4 a gallon for the first time since 2022 on Tuesday, as the Iran war pushes fuel prices to soar worldwide. According to motor club AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now $4.02 — over a dollar more expensive than before the war began. …
Update on Marion County I-24 Vehicle Crash
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has provided additional details regarding a motor vehicle accident that occurred on Friday, resulting in one individual sustaining critical injuries. The incident involved a 2012 Chrysler 200, which crashed at approximately 5:15 p.m. CST on March 27. According to THP, the Chrysler was traveling eastbound on Interstate 24 in Marion …
Dunlap Fire Works Two Fires on Saturday
Dunlap Fire Department responded to mutual aid assignment with Southend VFD on Saturday morning at 9:55 AM CST for a residential structure fire. The mobile home was a total loss. Dunlap Fire Department reported to a vehicle fire on Saturday afternoon at 3:04 PM CST. The vehicle was in the parking area at the Wedding …
Tennessee American Water Asks Whitwell and Powells Crossroads Customers to Complete Water Service Line Survey
Tennessee American Water is asking customers who reside in Whitwell and Powells Crossroads to assist the water utility by self-identifying and reporting the material of the portion of pipe that connects the water meter to customer homes or businesses. This effort supports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, which requires all …
Haletown Rescue and Others Report to Injured Driver
On Friday March 27, 2026, 5:17 p.m. Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a motor vehicle accident with entrapment. Upon arrival firemen discovered the vehicle had crashed into a concrete barrier. The driver was pinned by the steering wheel. The extrication tools were immediately deployed. The driver was swiftly and carefully removed from the vehicle. …
Sequatchie County Sheriff Responds to Medical Emergency of Local Deputy
Sequatchie County Sheriff Bill Phillips has released information concerning a deputy. The sheriff’s department received several inquiries and inaccurate statements regarding a March 15th incident involving a sheriff’s office employee. The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office responded to a medical emergency involving a sheriff’s office employee. The incident has been handled in a professional manner and …
