For the 9th year in a row the speed enforcement campaign called ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ is on, aimed at targeting speeding across the south. Announced today by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO), the initiative is a multi-state enforcement mobilization cracking down on speeding from July 14–20. During this time, law enforcement agencies will …
The average price of gasoline has risen in the Chattanooga area over the past week. Prices have seen an increase of 16.6 cents per gallon, averaging $2.71 per gallon as of Monday, July 14th, 2025, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 170 stations across the Chattanooga area. Prices in the area are 17.3 cents per gallon …
Three people are facing felony charges after Scottsboro police said a traffic stop over the weekend led to a drug bust. It happened on Saturday in the 10000 block of Veterans Drive. Scottsboro Police say they found more than 100 grams of methamphetamine and several items of drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle during a search. …
Come celebrate Independence Day on July 4 this Friday in South Pittsburg, TN, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Tower Bank Stage. There will be fun activities for all ages, including Karaoke, inflatables, games, and free hot dogs and chips. The City of South Pittsburg’s annual fireworks display starts at 9. The River 104.9 …
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is planning to construct a new pumped storage facility in Jackson County, Alabama. The proposed location is near Pisgah and Flat Rock on the western edge of Sand Mountain, with an expected generation capacity of up to 1,600 megawatts. Additionally, TVA is evaluating the potential for expansion at Raccoon Mountain …
Law enforcement from Tennessee and Alabama joined forces on Friday night near the state line in South Pittsburg to promote safer driving. The event called Hands Across the Border focused on reducing distracted and impaired driving. One hundred and sixty officers were on hand to enhance road safety, save lives, and increase public awareness about …
High school graduation dates are set, and here is your list: Marion County May 13 South Pittsburg, Grundy County, and Richard Hardy Memorial May 15 Whitwell, Bledsoe County, and Sequatchie County May 16 North Jackson, AL May 22 St. Andrews/Sewanee May 25 Congratulations to graduates from everyone at Sequatchie Valley Now, The River 104.9, and …
North Alabama Electric Cooperative, along with TVA, will conduct a planned power outage (weather permitting) for members served by the Bridgeport, Alabama, substation. Crews will perform maintenance and upgrade equipment. The outage will begin on Thursday night at 10:00 PM and is expected to last approximately 4 hours. They apologize for any inconvenience. For questions …
The city of Scottsboro has been awarded a $600,000 grant to address downtown flooding issues. City officials announced that the Community Development Block Grant Urgent Need funds will be allocated to reroute a damaged and partially collapsed drainage line that has resulted in flooding and water damage to First Baptist Church and other nearby structures. …
The National Cornbread Festival will hold registration for their annual pageant this Saturday, March 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. CST. Registration will be held at 221 S Cedar Ave, South Pittsburg, TN. If you’re looking for a pageant that gives contestants a chance to showcase their natural beauty and personality on stage, then …
