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A replica of the ship Pinta is coming to Chattanooga from November 3-20. The vessel will be docked as a “floating museum” for tours at the Chattanooga Pier. Columbus used the original version of Pinta and was the first ship to sight land on the famous October 12, 1492 voyage. Dockside, educational tours will be …
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee announces its third annual No Trash November, a month-long statewide initiative encouraging Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities. Last year’s campaign included 95 events with over 1,300 volunteers who collected more than 48,000 pounds of litter from the state’s roadways. “Litter on our public roads is …
Congratulations to the Sequatchie County High School Band. Over the last two weekends, they have participated in competitions. On October 21st, they won 1st place in the 1A division in Livingston. Then, they took home 1st place again on October 28th in the 1A division in Rhea County.
The City of South Pittsburg will host a trunk or treat on Halloween night from 6 until 8:00 PM. The event will occur on Cedar Ave, between 4th and 5th streets. There will be candy, games, and inflatables. There will be cash prizes for the best costume and best trunk decorations. Also, there will be …
The annual Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree around the square in Jasper was a huge success on Saturday. Many, many vendors greeted the large crowd with lots of treats. The Marion County High Band and cheerleaders also performed during the exciting event. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hello to the crew from The River 104.9.
Chattanooga’s Riverbend Festival announced this week that, like other independently owned and operated music festivals across the nation, are going on a temporary pause. Riverbend is reevaluating and restructuring to be successful in the future. Riverbend Festival said in a release that they are thankful for 40 amazing years of Riverbend and for the unwavering …
The Town of Jasper 2023 Joshua K Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will occur on October 28. The last day to sign up to be a vendor will be October 23 at 4:00 PM for the Town of Jasper Boo Crew to get a chance to map the area and reserve everyone a spot. If …
Sequatchie County Rescue Squad is looking for vendors for a fall festival they plan for Nov. 18. The event will be held at the Rescue Squad. They have space inside or out for $20 per spot. If you are interested, call the Rescue Squad and leave a message at 423-949-2207.
Tennesseans are being reminded to keep burn safety measures top of mind as the state heads into its fire season. Starting October 15, debris burn permits for leaf and brush piles are required, and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry (TDF) is observing National Fire Prevention Week from October 8 to 14, 2023, …
UT TSU Extension Marion County has announced the Marion County 4-H Chili Cook-off winners from Saturday’s event in Jasper. Fan Favorite Award – Tanya Barbee 3rd Place – Greg Varnell 2nd Place – Tanya Barbee 1st Place – Kannen Reames Main photo: Marion County 4-H members
