Marion County Youth Basketball Association (MCYBA) will soon be getting the 2025-2026 season underway and sign-ups will begin starting on October 26th. MCBYA is for players grades Pre-K through 5th Grade. In-person sign-ups will take place between 9:00 AM and 12:00 Noon at the Marion County High School Gym on Saturday, October 25th; Saturday, November …
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High School Radio Coverage for Games on October 3
South Pittsburg will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The game can be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver104.9.com. Marion County is at home this week against region opponent Bledsoe County in a battle of two ranked teams. Check out the game on Friday at www.theriver104.9.com. Whitwell (2-4, 2-0) is at …
High School Football Rankings September 30
Class 1A McKenzie (13), 157 points. Record: 5-1. Last week: No. 1 South Pittsburg (3), 147 points. Record: 4-1. Last week: No. 2 Coalfield, 123 points. Record: 4-2. Last week: No. 3 Oliver Springs, 109 points. Record: 5-1. Last week: No. 4 Clay County, 95 points. Record: 5-1. Last week: No. 5 Hampton, 67 points. …
Marion County Retiring Jacob Saylors’ Jersey
On October 24, Marion County High School will honor #8 Jacob Saylors by retiring his jersey. Jacob is a true example of what it means to be a Warrior for Life! Saylor’s rushing ability helped Marion County to three TSSAA championship games. Don’t miss this special celebration! Let’s make it a night to remember for …
Jasper Jack-O-Lantern is Oct. 25
The Town of Jasper 2025 Joshua Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will be held on Saturday, October 25, from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. The Town of Jasper will host this free, safe, family-friendly event. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, Petting Zoo, Games, and great food. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. If you have questions …
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 …
Radio Coverage of High School Football
The Warriors of Marion County are on the road this week against region opponent Monterey (2-3). Check out the game on Friday at www.theriver104.9.com. South Pittsburg (3-1) will host Red Bank (1-3). The game can be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver104.9.com. Whitwell (1-4) will venture away from home this week to take on …
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 …



