At midnight, as the New Year rang in, the JHFD and JFD responded to a fire that originated from a fireplace at a home on River Bluffs Drive. Upon arrival, they observed smoke coming from the eaves. They confirmed that everyone was safely out of the home and began extinguishing the fire. The heat from …
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Local County Unemployment Rates for November
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development says that 91 of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported unemployment rates of less than 5% for November, with rates decreasing in 17 counties. Moore and Williamson counties recorded the state’s lowest unemployment rates for November at 2.6%. Bledsoe County rose from 5.1% to 5.4. Grundy County dropped from …
Santa Train Huge Success in Marion County
After a busy two days, the Marion County Santa Train was deemed a great success. Santa saw many happy, smiling faces. So many people helped make this day possible. The generosity of our communities was overwhelming. Thanks to the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, Toys for Tots, and The Forgotten Child’s Fund for organizing so children …
Town of Jasper Holiday Garbage Pickup Schedule
With both Christmas and New Year’s Day falling mid-week in the coming two weeks, the Town of Jasper has announced the following holiday schedule for garbage pickup: WEEK OF CHRISTMAS Monday garbage route will remain as-is on the regular schedule — Monday, Dec. 23rd. Tuesday and Wednesday garbage route will be picked-up on Thursday, December …
Tennessee American Water Celebrates 50 Years of the Safe Drinking Water Act
Tennessee American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S. Tennessee American Water serves a portion of our radio listening area and is proud to join the water industry in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the landmark law that has …
Special Marion County Christmas Events
Special events were held over the weekend in Marion County. First was the South Pittsburg Christmas parade, followed by the Jasper parade and a benefit concert for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department Christmas for Kids program. People lined the streets to get a glimpse of the Christmas parades and then heard wonderful music at the …
Video Stresses Boater Caution near Dam Spillways
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has released a video urging boaters to exercise extra caution near dam spillways. The agency has released a video demonstrating the potential dangers of getting too close to these areas. Watch: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3927790437509163 The TWRA reported that more than 15 deaths have occurred over the past decade due to boaters …
Time Change for Jasper Christmas Parade
The Jasper Christmas Parade will begin at 5 PM instead of 6 PM due to the threat of rain. LINEUP DIRECTIONS for the Country Christmas Parade: Please read carefully if you’re participating in the parade. Line-up begins at 4:00 pm on the corner of Warrior Drive and Betsy Pack. Loading and unloading will occur at …
Fatal Crash in Jasper on Monday Night
The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to a vehicle crash on Monday around 9:30 pm on Hancock Road in Jasper. Fire officials say the crash involved one vehicle in which the driver was trapped. When firefighters arrived, they learned the driver had passed away. No injuries or other fatalities were reported. Authorities have not released …



