Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews are beginning their second of two projects to widen and improve the I-75 at the I-24 interchange in Hamilton County. Be aware that there will be a traffic shift on I-75 because of the construction of the new interstate bridge over the CSX railroad. Lanes are going to be …
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TN Achieves Mentors Needed
tnAchieves mentors help the next generation of Tennessee’s workforce pursue a high-quality post-secondary credential after high school and build the skills necessary to access a meaningful career. Click here to register as a tnAchieves mentor. The October 20, 2023, deadline is coming soon, and several area counties have a high need for volunteers: Marion County: Mentors Needed …
This is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), observed in October, is a time to recognize victims and raise awareness about the devastating impact of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another partner. This kind of abuse affects …
Two Missing Teenagers Last Seen in Grundy County Found Safe in Virginia
Update 1:20 PM Sunday Grundy County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that Jaceyln Kenadi Hampton and Katherine Marie Wrather have been found safe in Williamsburg, Virginia. The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office is appreciative of the assistance and support of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations and other agencies in this investigation. A special thank you …
Fun Fall Events in Marion County
Here are a couple of special Fall events taking place in Marion County. October 14th, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the courthouse square in Jasper, there will be a Halloween-themed market with family fun. This will include the chili cook-off. Visit the Marion County Market’s Facebook page for more information. The Ketner’s Mill …
Busy Week for the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department
On Tuesday at 8:48 AM, the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched for mutual aid to I-24 EB at Exit 143 exit for a semi-truck fire. Haletown Engine 2 responded alongside Monteagle and Sewanee Fire Departments and extinguished the flame, preventing it from spreading to the rear end of the semi-trailer. No firefighters or passengers …
Over 1,000 People have Died in Car Crashes So Far This Year in Tennessee
Multiple lives have been claimed in traffic crashes this year in Tennessee. This year, the number of fatal crashes has amounted to at least 1,005 lives lost on Tennessee’s roadways. Another 3,661 people have been seriously injured in crashes this year. At this same time last year, 980 people had died on Tennessee roadways.
Marion County Fire Prevention Day is this Saturday
The Marion County Fire Prevention Day will be held at the old Jasper Elementary School this Saturday, October 7th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Come meet your local firefighters and see the tools and vehicles they use to keep you safe. Drop by and sign up for free fire alarm installations from your local …
Football Results from Games Played on September 29
EJ Wilson had a 111-yard rushing performance on just two carries and two touchdowns during Marion County’s 28-6 win over Tyner in Jasper on Friday night. The third-ranked Warriors, at 7-0 on the season, will travel to Forrest on October 6 before an off week. This week’s Warriors game will be broadcast on The River …
Haletown Volunteer Fire Department Receive New Air Packs
On Thursday, the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department received new air packs paid for by a FEMA grant. Over the coming weeks, the fire department will integrate these new systems into use on their apparatuses. The fire department received 10 new systems, 20 new 30-minute bottles, and 13 new masks. The earlier Fire Marshall grant makes …


