Jasper News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Jasper and Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
In the heart of Tennessee, a remarkable journey of compassion and recovery began in 2010 within the confines of the Marion County jail. Recognizing a desperate need to extend support to women in crisis, Champion Recovery Community (CRC) was born. Nearly 13 years later, this nonprofit organization has not only endured but has thrived, expanding …
The Marion County Health Department, located on 7th St. East in Jasper, will provide free flu shots on November 1. At least you can go to www.tn.gov/health/fightflu for more information. The free flu shots will be given between 8 AM-6 PM.
Recently, Colonial Chemical was presented with the State of Tennessee’s 2023 Award of Excellence for its continuing commitment to actively preserve and protect our state’s natural beauty through the Adopt-a-Highway program. Colonial was recognized above all other Adopt-a-Highway programs in the state in this category.
The Town of Jasper 2023 Joshua K Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will occur on October 28. The last day to sign up to be a vendor will be October 23 at 4:00 PM for the Town of Jasper Boo Crew to get a chance to map the area and reserve everyone a spot. If …
South Pittsburg Senior quarterback Kamden Wellington continues his great play as he was involved 280 yards of his team’s 342 total yards on Friday night as the Pirates blew away Sale Creek 44-0. Wellington had 2 TD passes and rushed for 2 more scores. AJ Wallace caught four passes for 75 yards and a touchdown, …
MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Maintenance eastbound from MM 136.0 to MM 141.0:Â 10/22/2023-10/23/2023 6pm – 6am Milling and paving multiple sections within the stated log miles. The #3 and # 2 lanes will be closed reducing lanes from 3 to 1. Brake inspection station at the 136.6LM will be closed as well. MARION COUNTY I-24 (US-64) …
The Marion County, TN, Sheriff’s Department is investigating a death on I-24 near the Haletown exit. On Wednesday at approximately 7:23 PM, Marion County 911 Center received a call regarding a car fire east of the Tennessee River bridge. Haletown Volunteer Fire Department immediately responded before the arrival of the Tennessee Highway Patrol and extinguished …
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department reported on Thursday, October 19, 2023, that they had arrested Douglas W Graham of Griffith Hwy in Whitwell. Graham was found to be in possession of 19 ounces of marijuana. No bond has been set at this time. No other details have been released at this time.
Starting Monday, October 22, 2023, the Marion County Sheriff’s Department will begin accepting applications for their 2023 Christmas for Kids program. The following are required: if you received something last year you are not eligible for this year, you MUST provide proof of income for all adults in the home to include government aid, IDENTIFICATION …
Due to multiple trauma patients being treated Tuesday morning at area hospitals, the community blood supply has reached a critically low level. Blood Assurance is in dire need of both O-positive and O-negative blood donors to roll up a sleeve and be someone’s hero. Donors can schedule an appointment at www.bloodassurance.org, or walk into any donation …
