Marion County News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
MARION COUNTY I-24 resurfacing from near SR-27 (US-72) to east of SR-28: The contractor will be resurfacing on I‑24 in both directions from MM 152.2 to MM 156. Work will be performed Sunday nights through Thursday nights from 7 PM – 6 AM. Single‑lane closures will be set up. MARION COUNTY SR-108 [2.8-3.24] slide mitigation: …
 ADAMS, JACOB L Age: 21 Class: NON SENTENCED Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 08/04/2026 09:19 AM City: JASPER Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL Arrested By Officer: SWAFFORD Release Date: 08/04/2026 09:34 AM  Charge Bond DUI 1000  BERRY, DAVID C Age: 62 Class: NON …
Early voting turned out great numbers in the Sequatchie Valley and surrounding counties with all totals larger than in 2022. Election locations are expected to be busy on Election Day this Thursday. The poles are open for county general elections and state primaries. Registered voters can find polling locations and hours, view sample ballots and check …
Sequatchie Valley Now learned Tuesday afternoon about the passing of Judge John Harvey “Cam” Cameron Jr., Circuit Court Judge for Tennessee’s 12th Judicial District, who died on August 3, 2026, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family at home. 12th Judicial District covers Bledsoe, Franklin, Grundy, Marion, Rhea, …
Later this month, high school football teams from Tennessee and northwest Georgia will return to Finley Stadium with a new format for fans to experience. The preseason football showcase, taking place from August 13th to 15th, will include 12 teams getting ready for the upcoming season. For the first time in 27 years, the event …
The following arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 8/2/2026. DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now Facebook page or SValleyNow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence …
Early voting in Tennessee wrapped up on Saturday, Aug. 1. Registered voters that did not cast their ballot during Early Voting have one more chance, Election Day is Thursday, Aug. 6. Registered voters can find polling locations and hours, view sample ballots and check their voter registration status by downloading the free GoVoteTN app or …
MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Maintenance eastbound from MM 161.5 to MM 162.5:Â There will be a shoulder closure 08/03/2026 through 08/04/2026 from 6 AM to 5 PM to clean up trees on the right-of-way. MARION COUNTY I-24 resurfacing from near SR-27 (US-72) to east of SR-28:Â The contractor will be resurfacing on I-24 in both directions from …
The following arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 7/29/2026. DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now Facebook page or SValleyNow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence …
A Marion County judge has granted bond to former South Pittsburg High School football player Ja’Mychal Buckner, who is charged with raping a 16‑year‑old girl. Buckner will be released under strict conditions, including wearing an ankle monitor and avoiding all contact with the teen and her family. He is due back in court on Aug. …
