NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Soak in the sunshine, relax on a rooftop patio, take a moonlight hike, hit the road for a summer festival or mark off a new, immersive experience. Here’s a look at what’s new and happening this season in Tennessee. NEW ATTRACTIONS, EXHIBITS & EXPERIENCES Memphis – Opening this summer, the Memphis Flyway …
Category: Dining
Marion & Sequatchie County Restaurant Report Card — June 18, 2026
The Tennessee Department of Health has released its latest round of food service and childcare inspection scores for restaurants, mobile food units, daycare kitchens, and other establishments across Marion and Sequatchie counties for inspections conducted through June 12, 2026. Good news for diners, the lowest score reported in Marion County was a 92 and the …
Marion & Sequatchie County Restaurant Report Card — May 29, 2026
The Tennessee Department of Health has released its latest round of food service and lodging inspection scores for restaurants, mobile food units, hotels, daycare kitchens, and other establishments across Marion and Sequatchie counties –this report ending May 29, 2026. Good news for diners, the lowest score in Marion County was a 92 and 93 in …
New Mediterranean Restaurant ‘Shawarma State’ Now Open in Kimball Crossing
A new dining option is now open in Marion County as Shawarma State has officially opened its’ doors Friday in Kimball Crossing in the former Subway location. The restaurant was announced earlier this year as a new addition to the growing retail and dining development at Kimball Crossing. Shawarma State brings a Mediterranean-inspired menu and …
Stevenson’s “Depot Days” Set to Bring Week-Long Celebration to Downtown
The City of Stevenson, Alabama is preparing for a full week of community activities, entertainment, food, music, and family fun as “Depot Days 2026” returns beginning Saturday, June 6 and continuing through Saturday, June 13. This year’s celebration will feature everything from a community yard sale and fishing tournament to live music, gospel night, comedy …
Marion & Sequatchie County Restaurant Report Card
The Tennessee Department of Health has released its latest round of food service and lodging inspection scores for restaurants, mobile food units, hotels, daycare kitchens, and other establishments across Marion and Sequatchie counties –this report ending May 18, 2026. And there’s good news for local diners — no failing scores were reported during this latest …
New Tony Roma’s Restaurant Opens in Kimball
Tony Roma’s, the iconic ribs and BBQ brand, celebrated the grand opening of its new Kimball restaurant on Tuesday. Doors open to the public at 11:30 a.m. The 105 Kimball Crossing Dr. location, just off I-24, introduces a refreshed, family-friendly Tony Roma’s with classic favorites and exclusive items crafted for Tennessee. “Kimball is the perfect …
‘Best in the Sequatchie Valley’ Returns for 2025 starting August 15th
It’s BACK for 2025! The Best in the Sequatchie Valley — the original reader’s choice awards for Marion County and the Sequatchie Valley are back for 2025 and voting starts soon! SValleyNow.com (Sequatchie Valley Now), along with parent company Tennessee Valley Broadcasting and The River 104.9/WEPG and Country Roads 93.3/WSDQ radio is proud to announce …
Mother’s Day at State Parks
Select Tennessee State Parks have the perfect way to treat moms with meals, events, and gifts on Mother’s Day, May 11. Seven state park restaurants, including Fall Creek Falls, will offer special dining for the occasion, and many other parks will have events that day, although not all are tied specifically to Mother’s Day. The …
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