The Town of Jasper has had a lot of questions about what they are building in the park. City officials are glad to announce that we are adding a nature trail on the old railroad tracks. This will add over a half mile and tie in with the current walking track. They are asking everyone …
Tennessee’s 2024 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is June 8. All Tennesseans and even non-residents of any age can fish without a license. Additionally, youngsters ages 15 or less can fish for free Friday, June 14. All public waters, TWRA-owned and operated lakes, and state parks will be accessible to fish for free without a …
If you happen to see a turkey in Tennessee this summer, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) wants to hear from you. TWRA is looking for members of the public to take part in their wild turkey summer observational survey. The survey is open to the public from June 1st through Aug 31st. Agency staff …
As part of the “Everywhere you look, UT” campaign, more than 50 University of Tennessee murals can be found across the state. Hamilton County unveiled one this week. Marion County has had one in place in Jasper since August 2023 at the UT Extension and Chamber of Commerce offices. The campaign aims to paint a …
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reports one boating-related fatality during the 2024 Memorial Day holiday weekend. The holiday period extended from 5 p.m. Friday through midnight Monday. The death occurred on Watts Bar Reservoir when 19-year-old Braeden Hartup jumped from a boat and did not resurface. There were boating accidents resulting in injuries across the state …
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will participant in the 2024 National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24, reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season. This observance week is the annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign, a global awareness effort that encourages boaters to make the most …
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 …
Fall Creek Falls State Park will host an open house on Thursday, May 9, to share information with the community about a project at the park’s scenic loop. Last year, thousands of trees were downed by storms, creating hazards within the park and the gorge. Work to remove the fallen trees will begin this summer …
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 …
Soaky Mountain Waterpark officials today announced its 50-acre waterpark, located at 175 Gists Creek Road, will officially open for the 2024 season on May 11 and 12 and then open daily starting May 17. A season pass holder celebration is planned for Friday, May 17, from 10 am to 6 pm. All pass holders who …
