Volunteer fire departments in the region are seeking assistance following reports of significant staffing shortages. These shortages primarily impact squads in rural areas such as Bledsoe, Marion, and Sequatchie counties. On Tuesday, volunteer fire departments and rescue squads in Hamilton, Monroe, McMinn, Meigs, Polk, Rhea, Bledsoe, Sequatchie, and Marion counties were awarded over $1 million …
Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn announced Wednesday that she is entering the open Tennessee governor’s race in 2026, setting up a primary clash with U.S. Rep. John Rose. They will compete to replace GOP Gov. Bill Lee, who is reaching the limit of two four-year terms in office. Blackburn and Rose are both strong supporters …
A text scam impersonating the Tennessee Department of Motor Vehicles is spreading around the area. If you receive a text from the scammers asking for traffic ticket fees or toll violations, do not click on the link! Please note that the TN DMV does not collect traffic ticket fees. If you have already provided personal …
The Jasper Highlands Fire Department (JHFD) is now an official Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads (TARS) affiliate member. This is an Association of Life-Saving, Rescue, and First Aid Units, with members organized, trained, and equipped for various rescues and first aid work. TARS also provides a variety of rescue training, which offers potential cost savings …
Starting August 5, you must dial all 10 digits in the 423-area code for your call to go through. This includes Hamilton, Marion, Sequatchie, Bledsoe, Rhea, Meigs, Bradley, McMinn, Monroe, and Polk counties in East Tennessee. Those who live in a different area code and have to call a 423 number will need to dial …
Drivers traveling near the I-75 at the I-24 interchange in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities impacting 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 will begin moving traffic to its final …
Due to a water shortage, the public restrooms and campground bathhouses at Fall Creek Falls State Park are closed. However, portable toilets are available at each bathhouse and are being serviced as often as possible. Those with current or upcoming reservations are welcome to stay. However, if you wish to change or cancel your reservation, …
The Sound Haven Music Festival (Jaceland) runs through Saturday, August 3rd. This event is held on private property in Marion County (Bass Layne/Ross Creek area). Over the past few years, the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office has received multiple noise complaints regarding this festival. Please be aware that because the event is located in Marion County, …
The VFW Post 6362, VFW Auxiliary Post 6362, The American Legion of South Pittsburgh, TN, and Scouting America of Jasper, TN, participated in a Flag Retirement Ceremony on July 27 hosted by The VFW Commander, Bob Collins, and his wife, June (Auxiliary Member), at their residence. Despite the heat, the ceremony proceeded. One of the …
The Pikeville Police Department is alerting everyone about a potential scam involving the Bledsoe County Fair. Please be aware that they will NEVER sell tickets, vendor spots, or other items online. The Bledsoe County Fair in Tennessee will NEVER request your credit card information. If you win any giveaways or need to make payment for …
