Marion County News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
JASPER, Tenn. — The Marion County Board of Education has scheduled two upcoming meetings, including a special called session later this month and its regular July board meeting. The school board will hold a special called meeting on Thursday, June 25, at noon. The primary purpose of the meeting is to approve end-of-fiscal-year expenditures. The …
Drivers across the Chattanooga area are seeing some relief at the pump as gasoline prices continue to trend downward. According to the latest survey from GasBuddy, average gasoline prices in the Chattanooga area have fallen nearly 12 cents per gallon over the past week. The average price for regular unleaded fuel now stands at approximately …
JASPER, Tenn. — The American Red Cross is hosting a free disaster preparedness class later this month to help Marion County residents get ready for emergencies. The “Be Red Cross Ready” training will be held on Friday, June 27, at 11:30 a.m. at the Life Recovery Center in Jasper at 300 Cornerstone Drive. The class …
MARION COUNTY, Tenn. — A new online business directory aimed at helping residents and newcomers find local businesses, organizations, churches, and services has launched in Marion County. MarionVibe.com, created by resident Jeff Cobb, serves as a centralized directory for businesses and community resources throughout Marion County. The website is designed to make it easier for …
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — The City of South Pittsburg is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with an evening of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, food, and fireworks during its annual Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 3. The event will take place from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Tower Stage …
Families looking for an affordable way to beat the summer heat will have several opportunities to enjoy family-friendly films on the big screen this summer as the historic Princess Theatre in South Pittsburg launches its Summer Staycation Movie Series. The special daytime movie lineup will feature four popular family films during June and July, with …
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — The City of South Pittsburg Board of Mayor and Commissioners has scheduled a special called meeting for Wednesday, June 17, at 4 p.m. CDT at the Senior Citizens Activity Center on Elm Avenue to consider several budgetary and contractual matters. According to the published agenda, city leaders will consider Resolution 1061, …
GUILD, Tenn. — Strong thunderstorms that moved through the Sequatchie Valley on Sunday left behind downed trees, blocked roadways and multiple emergency calls in response to them in the Haletown (Guild) and surrounding communities as saturated ground and gusty winds combined to topple several trees. According to the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department, crews were dispatched …
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — Six outstanding students from across the Sequatchie Valley region are on their way to the nation’s capital as part of the 2026 Washington Youth Tour, sponsored by Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) and SVEConnect, and other local cooperatives around the country. The students earned the opportunity through SVEC’s annual Washington Youth …
JASPER, Tenn. — Marion County 4-H is inviting area youth to take part in its upcoming ‘Aim Smart: Youth Shooting Sports and Hunter Education’ program this summer, offering hands-on instruction in firearm safety, responsible shooting practices, and outdoor ethics. The three-day program will be held July 13-15 and is designed to help young participants develop …
