Early Monday morning at 1:30 am, during the severe thunderstorm, Jasper Highlands Fire Department to a fire alarm at a home on Jasper Highlands Boulevard. Upon arrival, firemen used thermal imaging cameras to look for a hidden fire and ultimately located no fire. The investigation showed that the fire alarm was apparently triggered by rainwater …
The Town of Jasper swore in new police officers this week and two officers now have new positions within the department. Pictures provided can be seen below: Chief of Police, Tyrone Green (New Position) Lieutenant, Brian Davis (New Position) Patrolman, Frank Morris Patrolman, Nathan Smith Patrolman, Donovan Pickett Patrolman, Matthew Griffith Patrolman, William Carter Patrolman, …
Here’s a recording of the Town of Jasper’s City Meeting for March 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
Due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, local drivers have observed a consistent increase in gasoline prices. According to GasBuddy, the average price in the area has risen by 52 cents. On Monday afternoon, the statewide average price for gas in Tennessee was $3.04 per gallon. Average prices in Marion County were $3.08, Grundy and …
Congratulations to Class of 2028 Marion County Warrior football player Quincy Mills for receiving an invitation to compete in the Under Armour All-American football camp series in Atlanta on March 15, 2026. Mills played multiple positions for the Warriors in the 2025 season, mainly serving as a wide receiver and corner back, helping his team …
All but four Tennessee counties recorded unemployment rates below 5% in December, according to new Ninety-one counties reported unemployment rates below 5%, while the other four counties had rates of 5% or greater, with the highest rate at 5.7%. Local Counties: Bledsoe County: 3.2% in November; 2.9% in December Grundy County: 5.3% in November; 4% …
On Thursday, February 19 at 6:00 PM CT, the Interact Clubs of South Pittsburg, Marion County, and Whitwell High Schools will come together at The Princess Theater for a special evening: the Interact Clubs Showcase of Service. Admission is free, and open to all! Let’s fill the theater with Rotary pride and community spirit. Bring …
Here’s a recording of the Town of Jasper’s City Meeting for February 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
As overall inflation cools, rent continues to be the biggest factor keeping household costs elevated nationwide. A new analysis from Construction Coverage breaks down which U.S. cities and states now have the highest median rents, using the latest HUD and Census data across more than 380 metros and all 50 states. Key Takeaways, With Data for Chattanooga, …
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Jasper Driver Services Center, 4950 Main Street, Building D, which closed for a planned remodel on May 14, 2025, will reopen on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026. The Driver Services Center will immediately resume regular business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central. The refreshed …
