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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Incline to Reopen in June
A date has been set for the potential reopening of the Incline Railway after a December wildfire on Lookout Mountain led to its closure. According to the Incline Railway’s website, the 129-year-old historic site’s target reopening date is June 2, 2025, provided that repairs proceed without delays or complications. National Park Service (NPS) investigators have …
Time to Spring Forward
Daylight Saving Time will begin in the Tennessee Valley on Sunday, March 9, when clocks will “spring forward” an hour at 2 AM local time. AAA says the sudden sleep shift could take a toll on drivers: Common symptoms of drowsy driving include trouble keeping your eyes open and head up, drifting from your lane, …
Miss National Cornbread Festival Pageant is April 19 Sign Ups begin March 22
The Miss National Cornbread Festival pageant will be held on April 19 at the Princess Theater in downtown South Pittsburg. It is for girls ages 2 to 18 and requires a $25 entry fee. Registration will be held at the National Cornbread Festival headquarters at 221 South Cedar Ave. on March 22 and 29 and …
New Vape Bill Proposed in Tennessee
A bipartisan bill seeks to regulate the vape industry and protect children in Tennessee. Some vape retailers have expressed concerns that this legislation may harm their businesses. The proposed law includes a universal carding requirement, a 10% tax on “open system” vape products where users add their own liquid, and a ban on products that …
Deadline Approaches for TWRA Calendar Entries
The March 17 deadline for entry into the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 2025-26 photo contest for publication in the Tennessee Wildlife annual calendar is quickly approaching. All interested photographers are invited to submit up to 10 of their best photos of wildlife species native to the Volunteer State. Hunting, fishing, and boating photos are also welcome. The …
Tennessee Highway Patrol Checkpoints
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) plans to conduct “checkpoint enforcement ” throughout March to promote safe driving. Some will be driver’s license checkpoints, and others will be sobriety checkpoints. Marion County March 7, 2025 SR 156 at SR 134 (sobriety) Sequatchie County March 28, 2025 Stone Cave Road at Highway 28
Wind Advisory Through Wednesday Afternoon
A Wind Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Wednesday. Strong gusts may bring down trees and power lines. Downed Power Lines: What to Do: Always assume a downed power line is live and avoid the area. Do not remove debris or touch anything in contact with the line, like vehicles or tree branches. Report …
Pikeville Police Searching for Wanted Woman
The Pikeville Police Department is searching for Brooke Ann Leon for charges including Escape, Theft, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please call Pikeville Police at 423-447-5555.
SVEC Works Late after Power Goes Off in Grundy County following Vehicle Crash
Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative and Grundy County emergency personnel responded to the scene of a vehicle crash in Gruetli-Laager near 10th Ave Sunday night around 10 p.m. The minivan driver lost control and ran off the roadway, striking a main three-phase pole. This caused a power outage for the area, which SVEC worked several hours …
New Bill Introduced in Tennessee to Help with Caregiver Shortage
A new bipartisan bill, introduced on February 28, addresses the issue of Tennessee families providing regular caregiving without income. In March 2024, the Tennessee Department of Health reported that one in four adults in Tennessee cares for a friend or family member. The coalition recently worked with lawmakers to introduce a new bill that mandates …
