Class A, Region 3 REGION OVERALL W L W L Whitwell 2 0 2 5 Copper Basin 1 1 2 5 Sale Creek 0 0 6 0 South Pittsburg 0 0 5 1 Lookout Valley 0 2 2 5 Class 2A, Region 2 REGION OVERALL W L W L Eagleton Academy 1 0 6 1 …
Category: Grundy County
Pipe Bombs Found in Grundy County Home
On Wednesday, October 1st, the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office responded to an abandoned home in Altamont, where suspected homemade pipe bombs were found. The area was cleared and secured for safety, and the Chattanooga Police Bomb Squad quickly responded and recovered the devices. The sheriff’s department said they were grateful for their fast and professional …
Possible THC Gummies being Sold inside Grundy County Schools
Grundy County school board members have reported recent instances of students possessing THC gummies and are investigating how these substances are being obtained. During a meeting on Tuesday, board member Angela Nunley referenced two cases involving THC gummies at local schools. Sheriff Heath Gunter stated that his department is seeking to collaborate with the school …
Second Grundy County School Board Member Resigns
Grundy County has announced the resignation of another school board member, Eric Birdwell. Birdwell cited, among other reasons, the backlash following his decision to vote against teacher bonus pay as a factor in his departure. The teacher bonus was linked to Governor Bill Lee’s “Education Freedom Act” and required approval from local school boards to …
Unemployment Rates Drop in Area Counties
According to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD), unemployment rates declined in every Tennessee county in August. All 95 counties saw their unemployment rates drop from July to August, while no county experienced a decline from June to July. Local county unemployment rates: Marion-5.3 in July, down to 4.1 …
High School Football Recap for Games Played on September 26
The South Pittsburg Pirates recovered six fumbles in the second half, improving to 4-1 and dropping Red Bank to 1-4. The Pirates beat the Lions 31-7. South Pittsburg senior Dayon Cooper carried the ball 21 times for 161 yards and two touchdowns. The Pirates will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The …
Area Road Construction
MARION COUNTY SR-156 bridge repair over the Tennessee River, LM 15.2:Â The contractor will perform painting operations and structural repairs on the SR-156 bridge over the Tennessee River in South Pittsburg. This work will require intermittent lane closures controlled by flaggers or a temporary traffic signal, leaving one lane open. Please use caution when driving through …
It’s Child Passenger Safety Week
This week is all about helping families keep kids safe on the road. Car seats can be tricky. In Tennessee, 58% of rear-facing seats are installed incorrectly. Let a certified tech help you get it right. Rear- or forward-facing, the rule stays the same: keep your child in their car seat until they reach the …
Tennessee Revisions to SNAP Benefits
Recent changes have been implemented regarding eligibility for SNAP benefits in Tennessee. On Monday, the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) announced revisions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs), following the passage of HR 1 in July. Under the new regulations, ABAWDs must fulfill specific work-related …
September 19 High School Football Recap
The Chattanooga Prep Sentinels (2-3) outgained the Marion County Warriors (4-1) 316-131 in total yards for the non-region 18-6 win. The loss snapped Marion’s eight-game winning streak dating back to last season. The Warriors entered their Homecoming game ranked No. 1 in Class 2A and is the reigning state champion. Ashton Martin scored on an …
