Jasper News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Jasper and Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
Next week is National School Bus Safety Week, a reminder that everyone shares responsibility for keeping our students safe on the road. More than 26 million students ride nearly 480,000 yellow school buses across the country every school day, and school buses remain one of the safest forms of transportation. However, most serious injuries happen …
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 Jacob and all the fans who fill Bill Baxter Stadium. Saylors is currently a member of …
Here’s a recording of the Town of Jasper’s City Meeting for October 2025. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
Tony Roma’s, the iconic ribs and BBQ brand, celebrated the grand opening of its new Kimball restaurant on Tuesday. Doors open to the public at 11:30 a.m. The 105 Kimball Crossing Dr. location, just off I-24, introduces a refreshed, family-friendly Tony Roma’s with classic favorites and exclusive items crafted for Tennessee. “Kimball is the perfect …
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA Today Network announced football rankings after Week 8. The top 10 teams in the six Division I classifications and the Top 5 in three Division II classes were selected by TSWA members and USA Today writers, with first-place votes in parentheses and total points based on 10 points …
Enrollment for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) Christmas for Kids program is coming up in November. Families can enroll from Monday, November 3, until Monday, November 17. The following requirements must be met to enroll: You and your child (or children) must be citizens of Marion County Valid proof of identification Proof of income …
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7:55 p.m., Haletown Fire and Rescue was toned to I-24 eastbound mile-marker 158 for a semi on fire. Jasper Fire and Kimball Fire Departments responded for mutual aid along with Fire Rehab Services. Upon arrival, firefighters found the tractor fully involved and spreading to the trailer. They immediately began …
The South Pittsburg Pirates scored four defensive touchdowns, three of which occurred in the first eight minutes. This resulted in a 49-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and contributed to their Region 3-1A victory. Brandon Goldsmith returned an interception for 38 yards, Jordan McClendon returned another interception for 28 yards, Taedyn Bibbs …
The Greater Jasper Jaycees and Southern Outlaw Dragboat Association (SODA) is hosting the Outboard Nationals “Thunder on the Lake” dragboat races this weekend in Marion County. The events will take place both Saturday and Sunday, October 11th and 12th at Marion County Park on Nickajack Lake. Saturday’s races will take place starting at 9 AM …
The Jasper Middle School Warriors won the Sequatchie Valley Conference Championship game on Thursday night. The game against the South Pittsburg Academy Pirates was played at Marion County High School’s Bill Baxter Stadium in Jasper. The Warriors finished their season 8-1 overall, taking home the ‘gold football’ SVC Championshiop trophy to end the season with …
