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Haletown / Whiteside news

THP Hiring State Troopers

The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced they are currently hiring troopers across the state. The new starting pay for the rank of Trooper Cadet is $65,004 / year, with the new salary going into effect as of July 1, 2023.  The application deadline to apply for the position of Tennessee State Trooper is July …

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WEPG and WSDQ officially announce the launch of SValleyNow.com as new, local online newspaper; Lucky Knott named as News Director

South Pittsburg, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Valley Broadcasting, WEPG and WSDQ radio (The River 104.9 FM in Marion County and Country Roads 93.3 FM in Sequatchie County) officially announce the launch of SValleyNow.com as a new local online newspaper; naming one of the Southeast’s most experienced and recognized broadcasters, play-by-play sportscasters and journalists, Lucky Knott, …

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Haletown Volunteer Fire Dept. receives Public Safety Foundation Grant

The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department received word last week that they’ve been awarded a grant the will help the department with essential equipment purchases. According to the grant website, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant is intended “..to impact the lifesaving capabilities, and the lives of local heroes and their communities by providing lifesaving …

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Local School Calendars for Back-to-School time

With the passing of July 4th, summer has reached it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents know very well the day 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 …

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Haletown VFD removes hornet nest from tree blocking US-41

The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department was called-out to assist with a fallen tree blocking the the 1900 block of US-41 last night. The call came in just after 9pm CDT. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that a large hornet nest was still attached to the tree and require removal before the tree could be safely cleared …

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