Marion County News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
In August 2023, we brought you a story about Jasper Police making a traffic stop and arresting 52-year-old Samuel Hrynecwicz from Dunlap. Now, he is suing the Town of Jasper and two officers for multiple reasons. The multi-million-dollar suit charges the officers and the Town of Jasper with these counts: Violation of 4th Amendment – arrest …
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-285 resurfacing from the Van Buren County Line (0.0) to SR-101 (3.2):Â The contractor will be working on SR-285 from the Van Buren County Line (LM 0.00) to SR-101 (LM 3.15) to resurface and install safety devices. This work will require single-lane closures controlled by flaggers. Please use caution when driving through the work …
The 2024 Annual Meeting of the SVEC will be on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at South Pittsburg High School: 717 Elm Ave, South Pittsburg. The SVEC invites you to this special 85th-anniversary celebration. You will receive an SVEC customized Lodge Cast Iron Skillet. They will also have dinner, sweet treats, and music by Silver Queen. …
Marion County Schools have announced that student meals will be served at no cost throughout the 2024-2025 school year. They will also have a complimentary after-school snack program available. Meal prices: Breakfast & Lunch = $0.00 (Students only) Faculty & Staff Breakfast = $1.50 Faculty & Staff Lunch = $3.25 Visitor Breakfast = $2.00 Visitor Lunch …
Thursday is Election Day for State and Federal Primaries and County and City Elections. A driver’s license or photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the Tennessee state government, or the federal government can be used even if it has expired. All registered voters can find hours and polling locations, view sample …
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-285 resurfacing from the Van Buren County Line (0.0) to SR-101 (3.2):Â The contractor will be working on SR-285 from the Van Buren County Line (LM 0.00) to SR-101 (LM 3.15) to resurface and install safety devices. This work will require single lane closures controlled by flaggers. Please use caution when driving through the …
Around noon on Saturday afternoon, the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to I-24 EB MM 164 for a vehicle fire. Firefighters quickly extinguished the pickup, and the occupants fled the scene after pulling over. If you recognize this vehicle, please reach out to the Tennessee Highway Patrol or the Marion County Sheriff’s Department. No injuries were …
On the evening of July 1, 2024, the Tennessee Highway Patrol began a police pursuit in Marion County on I-24 eastbound shortly before 9 p.m., with Marion County deputies assisting. The vehicle was identified as being stolen. The pursuit traveled through Chattanooga and onto I-75 where East Ridge Officer Alan Resendiz was struck by the …
On Tuesday, Jasper Middle School Principal Dr. Heath Thacker announced that students will begin the 24-25 school year in the current building. Students and staff will transition over to the new building during the fall semester. The Marion County School District will announce the transition date and information on how the move will take place …
Everyone at Citizens Tri-County Bank in Whitwell invites you to join them for their 30th-anniversary celebration. This will take place on August 2, 2024 (Friday) from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM. There will be food, music, and prizes. The celebration will take place at Citizens Tri-County Bank at 14087 Hwy. 28 in Whitwell. Make your …
