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Category: Grundy County

Two Earthquakes Reported in the Area

A 2.4 magnitude earthquake took place late Sunday night about 8 miles south of Tracy City on the Marion County side. The quake was 9.7 kilometers deep. There were no reports of shaking or damage. Another earthquake was reported in northwest Georgia on Sunday morning. A 2.4 magnitude earthquake happened just after 6:30 a.m. in …

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18-Wheelers Collide Causing Fiery Crash in Monteagle

A fiery crash between two tractor-trailers near Exit 134 on Monteagle Mountain led to major traffic delays on Interstate 24 and Highway 41 early Friday morning. Both trucks, one belonging to Amazon, caught fire, creating a dangerous scene for other vehicles. EMS took one driver with non-life-threatening injuries. Numerous agencies responded to the incident, including …

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TSSAA High School Football Playoffs Round 3

This week marks round three in the TSSAA Tennessee High School football playoffs and two local teams remain in the running for a shot at their turn in the BlueCross Bowl in a few weeks at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga. Last week, the Class 1A South Pittsburg Pirates knocked Oliver Springs out of the race …

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TDOT Crews perform rockfall mitigation on I-24 W near Monteagle following recent fall

Crews with TDOT recently removed compromised rock along I-24 West near mile marker 137 (near Monteagle) after a rockfall occurred in that area on November 4, 2025. In the “after” photo, you’ll see a much more distinct overhang in the rock where the unstable rock was hammered away below it. A bulldozer then shaped the …

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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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