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Category: New Hope

Area School Systems Receiving Safety Grant Funding

Schools across the state have been applying for part of the nearly $200 million in school safety grant money since June. All public schools and private schools are eligible to apply for two grants. So far, here is a list of allocations: Bledsoe County Schools: $64,120.80 Marion County Schools: $157,016.54 Sequatchie County Schools: $80,477.34 Grundy County …

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Marion County 4-H Chili Cook-Off is October 4

Don’t miss your chance to compete in our inaugural Marion County 4-H Chili Cook-Off at the Marion County Market on October 4 from 4-8 PM. If you or someone in your organization makes the best chili, sign up today! The contest is open to cooks of all ages. The deadline to register is September 15. …

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2nd Annual “The Blansett” Workout for the Matt Blansett Scholarship

On October 7th at 9:00 a.m, Maximum Sports will conduct the 2nd Annual “The Blansett” workout. All proceeds will go to the Matt Blansett Scholarship. Maximum Sports, along with the family, were very honored to give this scholarship out this past spring to a very deserving student in Matt’s honor. Please join in so they …

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National Wireless, Radio and TV Emergency Test is Oct. 4

FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) this fall. The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are scheduled to begin at approximately 1:20 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Oct. 4. The WEA portion of the test …

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TDOT to Stop All Lane Closures on Interstates and State Highways for Labor Day Weekend

The Tennessee Department of Transportation will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways for the Labor Day holiday travel period.  Construction crews will stop all lane closure activity at noon on Friday, September 1, until 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 5. This will provide maximum roadway capacity for motorists traveling during the Labor Day holiday. …

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Marion County Highway Department Work Announcement

The Town of Powells Crossroads has announced that the Old Chattanooga Highway will be closed on Monday between 7:45 AM and 3:00 PM. The Marion County Highway Department will replace tile and repair the road located in front of 137 Old Chattanooga Highway. The Town of Powells Crossroads asks you to make accommodations to avoid …

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August 25 High School Football Recap

South Pittsburg jumped to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter at Class 5-A Franklin County on Friday night, winning 28-14 to move to 2-0 on the season. The Pirates outgained the Rebels 301-179. Kamden Wellington finished with 193 yards passing for South Pittsburg. Next up for the Pirates will be a road game at …

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TDOT Update on Chattanooga Road Construction

Starting Friday, August 25 at 9:00 p.m. and lasting until no later than Monday, August 28, 2023, at 6:00 a.m., the US-27 North entrance ramp from I-24 West (Exit 178) will be reduced to one lane. The SR-58 (South Market Street) exit ramp from I-24 West will be closed. Traffic will access South Market Street …

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tnAchieves Needing More Mentors

tnAchieves mentors help the next generation of Tennessee’s workforce pursue a high-quality post-secondary credential after high school and build the skills necessary to access a meaningful career. With just one hour per month, you can support the next generation as they transition into college. Click here to register as a tnAchieves mentor. With just two months until …

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Update Game Times for Area Football Games

Marion County at Dade County, GA, kickoff at 6:30 PM, streaming on www.theriver1049.com South Pittsburg at Franklin County, kickoff at 8 PM. Live on The River 104.9 Greenback at Whitwell, kickoff at 6:30 PM, streaming on www.theriver1049.com Sequatchie County at East Ridge, kickoff at 7 PM CT Live on Country Roads 93.3 Bledsoe County at …

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