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 …
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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 …
Top of the Rock Tops in Tennessee
Congratulations to the Top of the Rock Restaurant on Jasper Mountain. People magazine has named the eatery as the most beautiful restaurant in Tennessee. The restaurant is only 5 years old and is located at the entrance of Jasper Highlands just above the Town of Kimball. Top of the Rock offers amazing views of the Sequatchie …
It’s Cornbread Festival Time in South Pittsburg
This week is the National Cornbread Festival. The carnival has begun, and the official festival runs Saturday and Sunday. Come on out and play games, ride rides, and enjoy wandering through the booths that line the streets of historic South Pittsburg, TN. Stroll down Cornbread Alley, where you can taste all the different recipes using …
Remember to Shop Local during Small Business Saturday This Saturday November 25
Don’t forget that this Saturday is Small Business Saturday. This is a nationwide initiative to support local and independent businesses during the holiday season. This is a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do in our communities. Historically, reported projected spending among U.S. consumers who shopped at independent retailers and restaurants on Small Business …
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