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Two Members of the Grundy County Sheriff’s Suspended

The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office says they are suspending Chief Deputy Brandon King along with Sergeant Shawn Norris. The sheriff’s office is conducting an internal investigation following a state audit that found “deficiencies” within the department. King and Norris are currently suspended from duty pending the internal investigation. The sheriff’s office says they are investigating …

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Sales Tax Holiday is this Weekend, Three-month Grocery Tax Holiday Starts August 1

Tennessee’s traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies, and computers begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 28, 2023, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 30, 2023. During this time, clothing, school supplies, and computers may be purchased tax-free.  Certain restrictions apply.  Items sold online are also eligible.  Items must be purchased …

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List of First Day of School for Area Systems

The first day of school is just around the corner, and here is a list of area systems and start dates: Tennessee Bledsoe County Schools – August 7th (First Full Day) Grundy County Schools – August 7th (First Full Day) Marion County Schools – August 7th (First Full Day) Sequatchie County – August 7th (First Full …

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Back-To-School Planning for Tennessee Parents Includes Updating Immunizations for Their Children

Tennessee children are currently enjoying their summer break – swimming, going to camps or just spending time outside. With students heading back to school real soon, this is a good time when parents can make sure their children are ready for back to school with up-to-date immunizations. ‘’We want all children to be safe, healthy, …

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Marion County Chamber Banquet is August 17; Tickets Available beginning July 27

The Marion County Chamber banquet will be held on August 17 at the Hooch in South Pittsburg. The Chamber will celebrate a wonderful year they’ve had with the Marion County business community! The guest speaker for the event will be Mike Partin, President/CEO of Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative. There will be great food, music, silent …

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Strong Storms Power through the area on Thursday

A strong thunderstorm powered through the valley on Thursday afternoon, bringing high winds and heavy rain. Several communities lost power due to the severe winds and lightning. Outages occurred in Bledsoe, Marion, Grundy, and Sequatchie counties in Tennessee and Jackson County, Alabama. Flash flooding also appeared in several areas in the Sequatchie Valley.

‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ is underway across the area urging drivers to drive safely

‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ is underway across the area this week, as law enforcement officials in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Florida and South Carolina aim to reduce speeding across the southern states. Departments from city and county level to state highway patrols in all of the aforementioned are voluntarily participating in the ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’.  …

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‘Code Orange’ Air Quality Alert issued for area due to Canadian wildfire smoke

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) along with the the National Weather Service (NWS) have issued an Air Quality Alert for Marion, Sequatchie, Hamilton, and Bradley Counties in Tennessee along with Dade, Catoosa, and Walker in North Georgia for Monday, July 17th. The ‘Code Orange’ Air Quality Alert is for particulate matter (meaning …

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THP Hiring State Troopers

The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced they are currently hiring troopers across the state. The new starting pay for the rank of Trooper Cadet is $65,004 / year, with the new salary going into effect as of July 1, 2023.  The application deadline to apply for the position of Tennessee State Trooper is July …

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WEPG and WSDQ officially announce the launch of SValleyNow.com as new, local online newspaper; Lucky Knott named as News Director

South Pittsburg, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Valley Broadcasting, WEPG and WSDQ radio (The River 104.9 FM in Marion County and Country Roads 93.3 FM in Sequatchie County) officially announce the launch of SValleyNow.com as a new local online newspaper; naming one of the Southeast’s most experienced and recognized broadcasters, play-by-play sportscasters and journalists, Lucky Knott, …

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