Marion County News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
FEMA has announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Tennessee to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from a severe winter storm beginning on January 22, 2026, and continuing. The President’s action authorizes FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency …
Marion County Road Superintendent Cory Pickett says crews with the Marion County Highway Department are closely-following the weather predictions for the upcoming weekend. Pickett says they are hoping for the best, however preparing for the worst. He says residents are fortunate to have a dedicated group of workers who will step up to the plate …
Don’t miss CMA, ACM, and GRAMMY nominated powerhouse duo, The War and Treaty with special guest Hannah Dasher as they take the stage for The National Cornbread Festival Preheat Party at The Princess Theatre! Princess Insiders Presale begins Thursday at 10:00 am CT. Sign up for access at: https://forms.gle/YS8XfFJw8oKtL1edA General On sale Friday at 10:00 …
With freezing temperatures in the forecast, Tennessee American Water reminds customers to prepare their home and pipes, providing handy tips to help avoid costly repairs and unwanted stress from frozen pipes. “As temperatures drop, a little preparation goes a long way to protect pipes from freezing,” said Keith Hillard, Vice President of Operations for Tennessee American …
The Sequatchie Valley Mutual Aid Association has announced the selection of Pikeville Fire Department Chief Garrett Angel as its new President. Chief Angel succeeds longtime Association President Paul Swafford, who has led the organization since 2003. The Sequatchie Valley Mutual Aid Association is comprised of nine fire departments across Bledsoe, Sequatchie, and Marion counties. The …
A fatal crash brought traffic to a standstill on I-24 eastbound in Marion County Saturday morning. According to TDOT, the crash occurred just before 6 a.m. around mile marker 139, at the foot of Monteagle Mountain. Traffic was completely stopped before the Tennessee Highway Patrol started to divert traffic trough Monteagle to Tracy City and …
 ALLEN, GARRY L Age: 30 Class: Race/Sex: B/M Intake Date: 01/16/2026 07:50 AM City: CHATTANOOGA Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE Arrested By Officer: KPD ADAMS Release Date:  Charge Bond SHOPLIFTING 0  BARTLETT, JAMES A Age: 31 Class: …
According to court records, a lawsuit alleging that two Jasper, TN police officers violated a man’s constitutional rights and caused him emotional and physical harm during a traffic stop has been dismissed. According to a court report from Judge Curtis L. Collier, for the reasons set forth in the accompanying memorandum, Defendants’ motion for summary …
Here’s a recording of the City of South Pittsburg’s monthly meeting for January 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
BODINE, JOSHUA L Age: 32 Class: Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 01/11/2026 01:45 AM City: YULEE Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL Arrested By Officer: THP FUGATT Release Date: 01/11/2026 02:48 PM Charge Bond DUI 35000 IMPLIED CONSENT LAW 0 SIMPLE POSSESSION SCHEDULE VI 0 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA …
