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Category: Jasper

Update on Car Hauler Fire on Wednesday; Electric Car Battery Ruptured

We have an update on a story we reported yesterday. On Wednesday at 12:42 PM the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to I-24 eastbound near mile-marker 144 near the foot of Monteagle Mountain and the Martin Springs exit for a car hauler on fire. Haletown received mutual aid from Jasper Highlands, South Pittsburg Mountain, and …

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Update on the Arrest of the Man Who Owned Nickajack Motors

We have an update on a story we reported to you yesterday. Andrew Wade Cline, 44, of Marion County, was arrested on Sunday by the Jasper Police Department. Cline, the former owner of Nickajack Motors, which was located in Jasper, was charged with three counts of Fraudulent Transfer of a Motor Vehicle. Cline was in …

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Semi-Truck Crashes into a House in Jasper and another Vehicle Flips on Wednesday; One Person was Killed

According to reports, an accident took place in Jasper on Wednesday afternoon around 4:30 PM. The first crash was reported as a semi-truck hitting a home near the foot of the mountain on Hwy 150. Then later, a report of a vehicle flipping upside down in the same area. Emergency crews were on location for …

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Former Owner of Nickajack Motors Arrested

Andrew Wade Cline, 44, of Marion County, was arrested on Sunday by the Jasper Police Department. Cline, the former owner of Nickajack Motors, which was located in Jasper, was charged with three counts of Fraudulent Transfer of a Motor Vehicle. Cline was booked in and remains in the Marion County Jail. He has a court …

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Sales Tax Holiday is this Weekend, Three-month Grocery Tax Holiday Starts August 1

Tennessee’s traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies, and computers begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 28, 2023, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 30, 2023. During this time, clothing, school supplies, and computers may be purchased tax-free.  Certain restrictions apply.  Items sold online are also eligible.  Items must be purchased …

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Special Called Meeting is Tonight July 24

List of First Day of School for Area Systems

The first day of school is just around the corner, and here is a list of area systems and start dates: Tennessee Bledsoe County Schools – August 7th (First Full Day) Grundy County Schools – August 7th (First Full Day) Marion County Schools – August 7th (First Full Day) Sequatchie County – August 7th (First Full …

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Back-To-School Planning for Tennessee Parents Includes Updating Immunizations for Their Children

Tennessee children are currently enjoying their summer break – swimming, going to camps or just spending time outside. With students heading back to school real soon, this is a good time when parents can make sure their children are ready for back to school with up-to-date immunizations. ‘’We want all children to be safe, healthy, …

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Marion County Chamber Banquet is August 17; Tickets Available beginning July 27

The Marion County Chamber banquet will be held on August 17 at the Hooch in South Pittsburg. The Chamber will celebrate a wonderful year they’ve had with the Marion County business community! The guest speaker for the event will be Mike Partin, President/CEO of Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative. There will be great food, music, silent …

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Haletown Volunteer Fire Department Receives CSX Grant

The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department has announced that they have received a CSX Railroad grant of $5,000. These funds will be used towards cribbing and struts, giving the Haletown firefighters the rescue tools they need to provide vehicle extrication services.