Special events were held over the weekend in Marion County. First was the South Pittsburg Christmas parade, followed by the Jasper parade and a benefit concert for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department Christmas for Kids program. People lined the streets to get a glimpse of the Christmas parades and then heard wonderful music at the …
The Jasper Christmas Parade will begin at 5 PM instead of 6 PM due to the threat of rain. LINEUP DIRECTIONS for the Country Christmas Parade: Please read carefully if you’re participating in the parade. Line-up begins at 4:00 pm on the corner of Warrior Drive and Betsy Pack. Loading and unloading will occur at …
‘Tis the season!! SPARQ announces South Pittsburg’s 2nd Annual Deck the Town Holiday Decorating Competition. To sign up, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/UNefp4eJQ7wGR2xQ6 Please note: Photo submissions are to be included in the form. If you choose to sign up early, you must submit a photo of your decorated home before December 15. You may …
Tennessee’s community colleges and TCATs have launched their 26th annual Food Drive Challenge, collecting food and cash donations for campus food pantries and local food bank programs serving their communities. Through Dec. 6, students, faculty and staff are collecting and donating food and cash.  Anyone may donate food items and cash – at collection events …
The Town of Jasper 2024 Joshua Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will be held on Saturday, October 26, from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. Jasper Lions Club and the Town of Jasper 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 …
Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements in the United States. In 1894, thirty U.S. states were already officially celebrating Labor Day. That year, Congress passed a bill recognizing the first Monday of September as Labor …
The World’s Longest Yard Sale takes place Thursday-Sunday along Hwy 127. Many people are set up in tents and nabbing spaces for the 2024 edition, looking for bargains. Stretching from Addison, MI, southward to Gadsden, AL, the 690-mile route reaches Fort Payne, AL, to Signal Mountain, Lookout Mountain, Dunlap, Pikeville, Crossville, and other communities in …
While summertime has heated up this year and you might be thinking about taking a dip in your local river or stream to cool off, some experts are asking that you think again before getting into local waters. A new study found many parts of Tennessee’s rivers and lakes are simply too polluted to safely …
The City of Dunlap held their annual Independence Day celebration on July 4. The day began with a tremendous parade. That was followed by activities at the park, a music festival and the day ended with a huge fireworks display. The Sequatchie County Rescue Squad named four winners in various parade categories. Most unusual—Ewtonville church …
Come celebrate Independence Day on July 4 in South Pittsburg, TN. There will be fun activities for all ages including Karaoke with Ritchie Ramsey, inflatables, games, and more. Any Vendor interested in participating please contact City Hall 423-837-5012. The free fun starts at 6 PM at The Stage on Cedar and ends at dark with a …
