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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Construction Prompts Weekend Closure of Interstate 24 in Hamilton County
Drivers traveling near the I-75 at the I-24 interchange in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will temporarily impact traffic. As part of Phase 2 (the second of two projects) to widen and improve the I-75 at I-24 interchange, Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews must implement a full …
United States Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Transgender Law
The Supreme Court of the United States issued its decision in the case of U.S. v. Skrmetti on Wednesday, which addressed Tennessee’s law restricting gender-transition surgeries for minors. The 6-3 decision from Chief Justice Roberts was announced Wednesday morning. Justice Sotomayor dissented, joined by Jackson. Justice Kagan also dissented. In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court upheld …
New Website for Marion County Elections
The Marion County Election Commission has announced a newly revamped MarionVotes.com. Expandable menus (super easy to find what you’re looking for). NEW election data, including recent results & turnout info. Handy links to voter registration, polling places, and even local events. If you haven’t checked it out yet, give it a look. It’s an excellent …
Marion County FFA Earns Silver State Rating
Marion County FFA has earned a Silver State Rating in the National Chapter Award Program. This award recognizes FFA chapters that effectively implement the organization’s mission by developing leaders, building communities, and promoting agricultural growth. To qualify, chapters must complete at least 15 activities—one for each of the five quality standards in three divisions. Over …
Marion County Chamber Banquet set for August
The Annual Marion County Chamber Banquet is scheduled for Thursday, August 21st. Tickets are now on sale, and a few VIP tables are still available for purchase. Don’t miss the chance to secure a prime seat for one of the most anticipated events of the year! This year’s banquet will feature: Delicious catering by The Upper Bank Our always-popular Silent Auction The …
Man Faces Charges after Online Sting
On Monday night, Johnny McNeal, 48, was taken into custody by the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office with assistance from the Tracy City Police Department and Constable Kyle Collins. During an investigation conducted by the Sheriff’s Criminal Investigation Unit, McNeal engaged in sexually explicit conversations and attempted to solicit sexual acts from someone he believed to …
Charging Benches Coming to Jasper Thanks to T-Mobile Grant
On Tuesday afternoon, T-Mobile announced that Jasper is one of its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients. The $35,487.15 grant will be used to install solar-powered charging benches in the Jasper Historic Courthouse Square and library, allowing citizens to stay connected near outdoor community hubs and gathering spaces. The Carolyn Stewart Public Library submitted the project. …
Truck Fire inside Jasper Highlands on Monday
On Monday at 10:32 a.m., the Jasper Highlands Fire Department responded to a truck fire on Jasper Highlands Boulevard, between the pedestrian bridge and the entry gate. Firefighters found the front end of a pick-up truck in flames. Their team worked and the fire was quickly extinguished. The driver escaped the vehicle safely, but the …
Area State Road Construction Update
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-30 and SR-443, the grading, drainage, stream relocation, widening, and resurfacing on Summer City Road:Â The contractor will be performing grade work and widening on Summer City Road in Bledsoe County. This work will narrow the lanes at LM 2.0 and LM 4.3 and will leave both lanes open to traffic. Please slow down …
State Agency Says Tennessee to Build New Crime Lab in Chattanooga
The Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations is recommending that the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) build a crime lab in Chattanooga. This is part of a draft report addressing the shortage of forensic services across Tennessee. Currently, local police must ship evidence to labs in Nashville and Knoxville. However, the state is struggling to …
