The Tennessee Senate passed a bill allowing schools to display historical documents such as the Ten Commandments, sparking debate along party lines. Republicans view the Ten Commandments as historically significant, while Democrats argue the bill blurs church-state boundaries. SB 0303 permits schools to display documents like the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and state …
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is providing statewide information following more than 30 fatal overdoses statewide, since October 2025, associated with a newly identified opioid known as cychlorphine. Cychlorphine is a synthetic opioid, 10 times more potent than fentanyl and associated with more than 1,633 fatal overdoses (TDH provisional data) in Tennessee in 2024. Opioid overdoses …
Tennessee legislators are moving forward with a proposal to amend the state’s death penalty statute to include offenses beyond first-degree murder convictions, particularly in cases of child rape. Currently, Tennessee law limits capital punishment to individuals convicted of first-degree murder. The proposed bill seeks to extend eligibility for the death penalty to certain child rape …
The Marion County Election Commission is preparing for a large ballot when it comes to the May 5, 2026, primary. Click on the link to see each precinct’s ballot. https://marionvotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ballot-Paper-w-withdrawals-fix.pdf
The Tennessee Department of Treasury is encouraging Tennesseans to check ClaimItTN.gov for missing money after businesses and organizations across the state turned over an additional $248.6 million in unclaimed property so far since July 1, 2025. Tennesseans may soon receive a letter from the Department notifying them they have unclaimed money. Each year, the Unclaimed Property Division …
On March 9th, Troy Cash of Coalmont, Tennessee was indicted by the Grundy County Grand Jury on charges of Second-Degree Murder and Manufacture/Sale/Delivery of a Schedule II Controlled Substance (Fentanyl). An investigation conducted by the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office determined that Cash allegedly provided fentanyl to an individual, resulting in that person’s death. This case …
Law enforcement in Tennessee is reminding drivers about the dangers of drowsy driving. The issue is more dangerous than many people realize. In 2023, 633 people lost their lives in crashes involving a drowsy driver. Fatigue slows reaction time, affects judgment, and can be just as dangerous as driving impaired. If you’re tired, don’t risk …
The Town of Jasper swore in new police officers this week and two officers now have new positions within the department. Pictures provided can be seen below: Chief of Police, Tyrone Green (New Position) Lieutenant, Brian Davis (New Position) Patrolman, Frank Morris Patrolman, Nathan Smith Patrolman, Donovan Pickett Patrolman, Matthew Griffith Patrolman, William Carter Patrolman, …
Work is underway on a long-term fix to stabilize SR 108 in Whitwell (Marion County). The section of roadway had been gradually sliding, with pavement dropping and shifting over time. While temporary patches helped, crews are now implementing a long-term stabilization solution. The project includes installing new culverts to better manage water flow and constructing …
Tennessee Department of Transportation crews continue to work on Rockfall Mitigation on I-24 near MM 137 westbound near Monteagle Mountain. The middle lane, right lane, and right shoulder have been closed. 2 Lanes of traffic have been shifted to flow on the left shoulder and left lane. All lanes will be reopened to traffic by …
