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Category: Grundy County

Fallen Hunter Rescued in Grundy County

Grundy EMS crews responded to a deer hunter who had fallen from a tree stand in the northern part of the county on Sunday. EMS personnel (Paramedic Lebron Kilgore, Advanced EMT Luke Meeks, Paramedic Jared Meeks, and Advanced EMT Kendra Taylor), along with the Altamont and Beersheba Fire Departments, assisted with extrication from the woods. …

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Get Your Home Winter Ready

Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative reminds everyone that winter storms can cause power outages to occur quickly. A ready emergency kit helps keep your household safe until power returns. Include these essentials in a weather-resistant bin: Flashlights or headlamps for each person, plus extra batteries. Portable phone chargers, a car charger, and at least one fully …

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Claims of Racist Remarks Against Grundy County Sheriff’s Deputy

Josh Harrell, a Warren County resident and business owner, made a very crude comment about a Grundy County Sheriff’s Department Captain. According to WRCB TV and confirmed by Sequatchie Valley Now, Harrell made a Facebook post about an interaction between one of his employees and Grundy County Captain Clarence Delk about traffic safety in Coffee …

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Three Area Teams Remain in TSSAA Playoffs

Marion County 35, South Greene 0: The Warriors scored two TDs on defense and three more on offense. Brayden Pickett returned an interception 55 yards for a touchdown, and Mason Mays scooped up a fumble and took it 29 yards to the end zone. Mays added another touchdown rushing. Third-ranked Marion will host fifth-ranked Gordonsville (12-0) …

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You and SVEC Helping Others

It’s that special time of year again…. SVEC offices are filled with angels in need of a little extra holiday cheer. Stop by your local SVEC office to pick an angel and help make someone’s holiday brighter! Please return all gifts by December 3rd in gift bags (not wrapped) so they can get them to …

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Local Communities Receive Tourism Enhancement Grants

Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) Commissioner Mark Ezell announced today that 30 communities will receive more than $2 million in Tourism Enhancement Grants to strengthen local tourism assets and drive Tennessee’s continued growth as a world-class destination. The grants help cities and counties enhance experiences, draw more visitors, and increase economic impact. Eligible projects include …

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On-Duty Grundy County Deputy Involved in Chattanooga Crash

A Grundy County deputy sustained injuries in a collision that occurred Wednesday morning in front of a Chattanooga gas station. The incident happened near 3709 Cummings Highway, adjacent to the MAPCO gas station. According to a report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the deputy’s vehicle was traveling westbound in the right lane with its emergency …

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SVEC Works on Power Issue in Grundy County

Sequatchie Valley Electric Co-op was made aware that some of its members in the Grundy County area were experiencing blinking and dimming issues over the last few days. Power blinks and dimming are signs that the system is functioning correctly, clearing temporary problems such as tree limbs brushing against the line or animals making contact …

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Work Continues on I-24 after Rockfall on Monteagle Mountain

On Tuesday, November 4, a rockfall occurred on I-24 West near mile marker 137, resulting in lane closures. TDOT crews responded quickly to assess the site, clear debris, and reopen travel lanes. While the middle and left lanes were restored, the right lane remained closed due to unstable rock that remained on the mountain. A …

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Round 2 of Tennessee Football Playoffs Set