BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-30 and SR-443, the grading, drainage, stream relocation, widening, and resurfacing on Summer City Road: The contractor will be performing grade work and widening on Summer City Road in Bledsoe County. This work will narrow the lanes at LM 2.0 and LM 4.3 and will leave both lanes open to traffic. Please slow down …
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Christmas in The Caverns: Symphony & Sing Off Coming December 5
A unique holiday event is coming this December as Christmas in The Caverns: Symphony & Sing Off brings orchestral music and local voices together in a one-night-only celebration underground. Presented in partnership by The Caverns, the University of the South, and the South Cumberland Community Fund (SCCF), the event will feature a live performance of Christmas and holiday music by …
You Must Dial All 10 Numbers to make Phone Calls
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 …
Sound Haven Music Festival in Marion County is going on Now
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, …
Mobile MOC is coming to Your County
MobileMOC is a free mobile health clinic run by the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The Free Mobile Health Care for Seniors is coming to your county. Upcoming MobileMOC Visits: Bledsoe County Bledsoe County Senior Citizens Center (148 Frazier Street, Pikeville, TN 37367) 9:00AM- 1:00PM CT **1st Thursday of the month** Grundy County May Justus …
Caverns in Grundy Creates Jobs and Large Economic Impact
Since opening in 2018, The Caverns has emerged as a powerful economic engine for Grundy County and the surrounding region, generating nearly $88 million in visitor spending and creating and supporting 146 jobs, according to a newly released economic impact report. Located in the heart of Tennessee’s South Cumberland region, The Caverns is not only a celebrated destination …
Grundy County Sheriff Meets All Requirements of Post Commission
Grundy County Sheriff Heath Gunter has reported that he is currently in compliance with the Tennessee POST Commission’s (Peace Officers Standards and Training) requirements. His certification was under review after it was found that uncertified deputies were working in schools, along with other issues. The POST Commission and Gunter reached an agreement permitting him to retain …
Local School Calendars for 2025-2026 school year
July has reached it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents know very well the days and dates, sometimes we do need a little reminder…and with that, here’s the school calendars for our area public schools (and others, as provided)… We have also linked to a downloadable PDF — just look …
Department of Education funding freeze threatens programs in Grundy Schools and others
Recent changes to the Department of Education could affect some schools in our area after the Supreme Court lifted a pause earlier this week on the Trump administration’s efforts to lay off hundreds of employees within the department. Affected workers have reportedly been on administrative leave for several months while the court worked to make …
The Caverns Named Theater of the Year by the Academy of Country Music
The Caverns has been named Theater of the Year by the Academy of Country Music as part of the 60th ACM Industry Awards. This marks the first time the iconic underground venue has been nominated for an ACM Award — and its first win. The ACM Industry Awards recognize venues and talent buyers/promoters who have …



