South Pittsburg will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The game can be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver104.9.com. Marion County is at home this week against region opponent Bledsoe County in a battle of two ranked teams. Check out the game on Friday at www.theriver104.9.com. Whitwell (2-4, 2-0) is at …
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Search Warrant in Bledsoe County Leads to Drug Seizure
Detectives and Deputies with the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a residence in the Brockdell Community, uncovering a drug operation that included methamphetamine, marijuana, prescription narcotics, and evidence consistent with the sale and distribution of illegal substances. The search warrant was the result of a narcotics investigation and reflects the Sheriff’s …
High School Football Rankings September 30
Class 1A McKenzie (13), 157 points. Record: 5-1. Last week: No. 1 South Pittsburg (3), 147 points. Record: 4-1. Last week: No. 2 Coalfield, 123 points. Record: 4-2. Last week: No. 3 Oliver Springs, 109 points. Record: 5-1. Last week: No. 4 Clay County, 95 points. Record: 5-1. Last week: No. 5 Hampton, 67 points. …
Pikeville Police Urges “Report Don’t Repost”
Pikeville Police Department is urging our community to take action and report instances of teen violence, rather than simply reposting them on social media. We want to spread the word: “̼𝑹̼𝒆̼𝒑̼𝒐̼𝒓̼𝒕̼,̼ 𝑫̼𝒐̼𝒏̼’̼𝒕̼ 𝑹̼𝒆̼𝒑̼𝒐̼𝒔̼𝒕̼”̼ when it comes to these serious issues. By reporting teen violence to the authorities, you could potentially save a life or prevent …
Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Department THC Sales to Students
Last week, the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant at the Sunoco gas station in Pikeville. This action comes after the Sheriff’s Office received multiple complaints regarding illegal tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products obtained by local students. The Tennessee Dangerous Drugs Task Force assisted on scene with testing of multiple THC products inside the store. …
Unemployment Rates Drop in Area Counties
According to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD), unemployment rates declined in every Tennessee county in August. All 95 counties saw their unemployment rates drop from July to August, while no county experienced a decline from June to July. Local county unemployment rates: Marion-5.3 in July, down to 4.1 …
High School Football Recap for Games Played on September 26
The South Pittsburg Pirates recovered six fumbles in the second half, improving to 4-1 and dropping Red Bank to 1-4. The Pirates beat the Lions 31-7. South Pittsburg senior Dayon Cooper carried the ball 21 times for 161 yards and two touchdowns. The Pirates will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The …
Area Road Construction
MARION COUNTY SR-156 bridge repair over the Tennessee River, LM 15.2: The contractor will perform painting operations and structural repairs on the SR-156 bridge over the Tennessee River in South Pittsburg. This work will require intermittent lane closures controlled by flaggers or a temporary traffic signal, leaving one lane open. Please use caution when driving through …
It’s Child Passenger Safety Week
This week is all about helping families keep kids safe on the road. Car seats can be tricky. In Tennessee, 58% of rear-facing seats are installed incorrectly. Let a certified tech help you get it right. Rear- or forward-facing, the rule stays the same: keep your child in their car seat until they reach the …
Tennessee Revisions to SNAP Benefits
Recent changes have been implemented regarding eligibility for SNAP benefits in Tennessee. On Monday, the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) announced revisions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) work requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs), following the passage of HR 1 in July. Under the new regulations, ABAWDs must fulfill specific work-related …



