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Gas Prices posted down slightly on Monday
According to AAA on Monday afternoon, gas prices some local counties have fallen a few pennies per gallon with some remaining near the same as last week. In Marion County the average price per gallon is $3.60. Sequatchie County is at $3.81, Grundy County $3.60, Hamilton County $3.62, Bledsoe County $3.82. Overall in Tennessee the …
Gas Prices Have Fallen
According to data from GasBuddy, the app that tracks gas prices around the U.S. reports regular grade gasoline has fallen 15.6 cents over the last week. Gas prices have dropped in the local area: Marion County’s lowest gas prices are at $3.43; Sequatchie County’s cheapest price is $3.86. Grundy County stands at $3.89, Bledsoe County …
Area Unemployment Rates Rise Slightly
Eighty-four of Tennessee’s 95 counties recorded unemployment rates below 5% in January even as most counties saw an uptick in their rates over the previous month, according to data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). Unemployment rates in 90 counties increased from December to January. Rates decreased in three counties and …
Gas Prices Continue to Rise
Gas prices are continuing to climb across the area, with drivers feeling the impact at the pump. According to GasBuddy, prices in the area have increased more than 26 cents per gallon in the past week. Compared to last month, prices are now roughly 88 cents higher, bringing the average cost to around 3 dollars …
Volunteer Fire Departments Hurting from High Fule Prices
Rising fuel costs are presenting significant challenges for volunteer fire departments. Budgetary concerns are now requiring firefighters in some areas to cover operational expenses personally when responding to emergency calls. For example, Haletown Fire and Rescue in Marion County can spend up to $100 on diesel for each operation, which places a considerable financial strain …
Area Road Work
MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Contractor westbound from MM 161 to MM 166.4:Â Work will be performed 03/29/2026 – 04/03/2026 on I-24 from 7 AM to 5 PM and 7 PM to 6 AM on I-24 for Mechanical Tree and Brush Removal. The supplier will conduct shoulder closure. Contractor SDM Traffic Plan will be closing lane #1 …
Chattanooga State Kimball Open House is April 16
Chattanooga State’s Kimball campus will be hosting an Open House on April 16 from 3:30-6:00 PM CST. This event is designed to connect prospective students, families, and community members with Chattanooga State Kimball programs, faculty, and student resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the campus, learn about academic and workforce programs, and explore …
Get Involved in the Pinwheels for Prevention Campaign
Every child deserves a safe and fulfilling childhood. This April, area counties are uniting to raise awareness for this important cause. The 12th Judicial District Children’s Advocacy Center has launched the “Pinwheels …
Gas Prices Soar
Due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, local drivers have observed a consistent increase in gasoline prices. According to GasBuddy, the average price in the area has risen by 52 cents. On Monday afternoon, the statewide average price for gas in Tennessee was $3.04 per gallon. Average prices in Marion County were $3.08, Grundy and …


