Jasper News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Jasper and Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
Later this month, high school football teams from Tennessee and northwest Georgia will return to Finley Stadium with a new format for fans to experience. The preseason football showcase, taking place from August 13th to 15th, will include 12 teams getting ready for the upcoming season. For the first time in 27 years, the event …
MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Maintenance eastbound from MM 161.5 to MM 162.5:Â There will be a shoulder closure 08/03/2026 through 08/04/2026 from 6 AM to 5 PM to clean up trees on the right-of-way. MARION COUNTY I-24 resurfacing from near SR-27 (US-72) to east of SR-28:Â The contractor will be resurfacing on I-24 in both directions from …
JASPER, Tenn. — Marion County High School educator Kelly McElhiney has earned statewide recognition after being named the Southeast Region finalist for the 2026-27 Tennessee Teacher of the Year award. The Tennessee Department of Education announced the finalists on July 22, recognizing outstanding educators from across the state who have demonstrated excellence in the classroom …
Here’s a recording of the Marion County Commission’s monthly meeting for July 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
A proposal to raise ticket prices for Marion County high school sports prompted widespread concern over the weekend. However, the school system has clarified that students will still be able to attend varsity football games at a reduced rate. The confusion started after Whitwell High School posted new athletic admission prices, indicating that both adults …
Unlike the statewide rate, county rates are not adjusted to account for seasonal impacts on employment. Unemployment rates increased from May to June in 94 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Maury County was the lone exception; its rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point. Eighty-four counties reported unemployment rates of less than 5%. The remaining 11 …
Early voting is now open to voters through Saturday, Aug. 1. Election Day is Thursday, Aug. 6. Registered voters can find polling locations and hours, view sample ballots and check their voter registration status by downloading the free GoVoteTN app or visiting GoVoteTN.gov. Early voting began on Friday and after 5 days of casting ballots. After …
July is quickly reaching it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents and students know the days 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 a downloadable PDF — just …
Here’s a recording of the Town of Jasper’s City Meeting for July 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
One year ago, Ja’Mychal Buckner was preparing to play his senior year of high school football for the South Pittsburg High Pirates. Now, Buckner is facing a serious arrest at the Marion County Jail. The 18 year-old was charged with rape on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Buckner, who played running back for South Pittsburg High …
