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GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. — A project years in the making is nearing completion as Grundy County prepares to open what is being billed as the largest inclusive playground in Tennessee. “Miracle on the Mountain Play Outside Park,” located near the junction of Highways 56 and 108 in Coalmont, will welcome families as it opens to …
For many people across the Tennessee Valley, summer simply doesn’t feel complete without a trip to Lake Winnepesaukah — better known to generations of locals as simply “Lake Winnie.” And while it’s also easier to spell this way, so many of us can spell it perfectly thanks to the radio and TV commercials of the …
The City of Whitwell and the Marion County Libraries are currently accepting applications for a part-time Library Assistant/Clerk position. According to the job posting, the position is scheduled for 18½ hours per week and will involve a variety of duties supporting the operations of the Marion County library system. Responsibilities for the position include adding …
Residents of all ages in Jackson County will soon have the opportunity to explore new hobbies, develop creative skills, and connect with others through a new free summer program hosted by IMPACT Learning Center. The program, called “The Summer of IMPACT,” begins June 8 and will feature a variety of student-led classes at the IMPACT …
Now that the days of Chattanooga’s Riverbend Festival each June are long gone, maybe you’re missing that vibe — the riverside concerts, food vendors, folding chairs, warm summer nights and live music echoing across the Tennessee River. While Riverbend remains on indefinite hiatus, Tennessee still has no shortage of outdoor music experiences ready to fill …
The City of South Pittsburg is inviting residents from across Marion County to take part in a patriotic celebration next month as the community hosts a special Flag Day Parade honoring America’s 250th birthday. The parade is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, beginning at 10 a.m. CST in South Pittsburg. City officials say the event …
The 9th Annual CASA Rodeo is set to return to Jasper this weekend, bringing two nights of rodeo action, live entertainment, and community fun — all while raising support for abused and neglected children across the Sequatchie Valley region. Hosted by CASA of the Sequatchie Valley, the annual fundraiser will take place Friday, May 29 …
A ranger at Fiery Gizzard State Park is receiving statewide recognition for her dedication to conservation, visitor safety, and community service. Tennessee State Parks recently announced that Ranger Hannah Sheley has been named the Tennessee State Parks Ranger of the Year for 2025, honoring what park officials described as her professionalism, leadership, and commitment to …
Families and young anglers will have the chance to fish for free next month during a special event planned at Fall Creek Falls State Park. The park will host its annual Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day on Saturday, June 6, beginning at 7 a.m. at the park’s softball fields. Organizers say the event is designed …
I wrote a similar lifestyle article about the history of schools in Marion County some years ago for another local publication. That publication has since changed hands, changed names, changed directions, and astonishingly failed to preserve much of its digital archive. The article is likely lost to time and the internet altogether. Not even a …
