Marion County News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
The Marion County School Board has opted to postpone its decision regarding proposed increases to high school sports ticket prices following considerable feedback from parents and community members in response to a Facebook announcement. The post disclosed that varsity football tickets were set to be priced at $10 for both adults and students, encompassing kindergarten …
This week, Marion County School District representatives had the pleasure of touring the Leidos Advanced Training Complex and see the machines Drake State in Huntsville, Al will be donating for future student use. “As a rural school district, we’re always needing resource, partners, and different things of that nature. And I think we’ve just established …
JASPER, Tenn. — Marion County High School educator Kelly McElhiney has earned statewide recognition after being named the Southeast Region finalist for the 2026-27 Tennessee Teacher of the Year award. The Tennessee Department of Education announced the finalists on July 22, recognizing outstanding educators from across the state who have demonstrated excellence in the classroom …
The Town of Powells Crossroads is seeking bids from licensed and bonded contractors for a project to rebuild the block work supporting the football bleachers at Crossroads Ballpark. According to a public notice issued by Mayor Dwight Richards, the town is accepting sealed bids for the project from properly licensed and bonded contractors. Project specifications …
Several hospitals serving the Tennessee Valley were among more than 500 nationwide recently notified by the Trump administration to improve compliance with federal hospital price transparency requirements, according to reports by the Associated Press. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), 519 hospitals across the country received either a Warning Notice or …
Here’s a recording of the Marion County Commission’s monthly meeting for July 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
A proposal to raise ticket prices for Marion County high school sports prompted widespread concern over the weekend. However, the school system has clarified that students will still be able to attend varsity football games at a reduced rate. The confusion started after Whitwell High School posted new athletic admission prices, indicating that both adults …
Attention area fire departments in the Tennessee American Water service territories. The company has announced the opening of its 2026 Firefighting Support Grant Program, providing funding for equipment or training needs for eligible professional and volunteer fire departments located within Tennessee American Water’s service territories. Applicants can apply directly on the company’s website, tennesseeamwater.com, under the …
The following arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 7/26/2026. 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 …
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. The work will be performed Sunday nights through Thursday nights from 7 PM – 6 AM. Single-lane closures will be set up, leaving one lane open to …
