Category: Lifestyle

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 …

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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 …

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Boat Registration, Hunting and Fishing Licenses Fees Increasing

As expected, the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission (TFWC) voted to raise hunting and fishing licenses in the state and boat registration fees. The increased fees will take effect July 1, 2025. The last such increase was in 2015. Wildlife officials said that the Consumer Price Index has increased by more than 31 percent since …

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Tree Lighting and More in South Pittsburg This Saturday

Marion County Photographer Featured in 2025 Tennessee Wildlife Federation Calendar

Betsy Bowden, a talented photographer from Marion County, has been selected to feature in the 2025 Tennessee Wildlife Federation (TWF) Calendar. Known for her passion for the region’s diverse wildlife, Bowden captures images that bring attention to often overlooked species crucial to the area’s biodiversity. Her striking photograph of warpaint shiners, taken at the Tennessee …

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Vandals are Warned to Stay Away from City Decorations in Dunlap

As we enter the holiday season, you may have noticed that City of Dunlap employees have been busy decorating Harris Park with festive displays. They kindly request your cooperation in preserving these decorations, which reflect the community’s diligence and civic pride. The City of Dunlap maintains a strict policy against vandalism of city property and …

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2024-25 Gun Hunting Season for Deer Opens November 23

Tennessee’s 2024-25 statewide gun hunting season for deer opens Saturday, Nov. 23. The season traditionally opens each year on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving. During gun season, sportsmen may also use muzzleloaders or archery equipment. The statewide bag limit for antlered bucks is two. No more than one antlered deer may be taken per day, …

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MCSD Christmas for Kids Application Process Closes November 20

The Marion County Sheriff’s Department has announced that the Christmas for Kids application process closes on November 20, 2024. Important Notes: If you have applied in the last 2 years, unfortunately, you will not be eligible this year. To apply, please visit the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, 5 N Oak Ave, Jasper, TN, and complete …

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Jasper’s “Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree” returns this Saturday

The annual Joshua K. Jennings “Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree” returns to the Marion County Courthouse Square in Jasper this Saturday. The popular annual event is hosted by the Jasper Lion’s Club and the Town of Jasper offers a free, safe trunk-or-treating event filled with family fun, live entertainment, carnival games, petting zoo, great food, best costume contests, …

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Jack O Lantern Jamboree is Oct. 26 in Jasper

The Town of Jasper 2024 Joshua Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will be held on Saturday, October 26, from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. Jasper Lions Club and the Town of Jasper host this free, safe, family-friendly event. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, Petting Zoo, Games, and great food. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. If you …

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