From the first cries of a newborn to the laughter and joy children bring into our lives, there is nothing more beautiful than the gift of life. But for some, that gift doesn’t come easily. Thousands of hopeful parents endure months or even years of doctor visits, medications, financial stress, and emotional pain to pursue …
Category: Sewanee
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 …
Area Senior Citizen Center Receive Grants
The Department of Disability and Aging (DDA) has awarded $5 million in grant funding to 125 senior centers in Tennessee. Grantees will receive one-time funding to support senior centers across all three regions. These centers provide older adults with access to programming, health and wellness resources, and social connections. The DDA will distribute grant funding …
FedEx Scam Alert
SCAM ALERT: Fake FedEx Delivery Messages Law enforcement officials are warning citizens about a new scam circulating in the state. Victims are receiving text messages or emails that appear to be from FedEx® Ground, claiming a package delivery attempt was made and asking you to reschedule using a suspicious link. Example of the message: “We …
Most Beautiful Campus in the Nation is Sewanee
It’s official: In Princeton Review rankings released on Tuesday, the University of the South, better known as Sewanee, has been named the No. 1 Most Beautiful Campus in the nation. This confirms what our students, alumni, and visitors have always known: There’s no other place like it. No other Tennessee, Alabama, or Georgia university or …
Christmas in The Caverns: Symphony & Sing Off Coming December 5
A unique holiday event is coming this December as Christmas in The Caverns: Symphony & Sing Off brings orchestral music and local voices together in a one-night-only celebration underground. Presented in partnership by The Caverns, the University of the South, and the South Cumberland Community Fund (SCCF), the event will feature a live performance of Christmas and holiday music by …
You Must Dial All 10 Numbers to make Phone Calls
Starting August 5, you must dial all 10 digits in the 423-area code for your call to go through. This includes Hamilton, Marion, Sequatchie, Bledsoe, Rhea, Meigs, Bradley, McMinn, Monroe, and Polk counties in East Tennessee. Those who live in a different area code and have to call a 423 number will need to dial …
Local School Calendars for 2025-2026 school year
July has reached it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents know very well the days and dates, sometimes we do need a little reminder…and with that, here’s the school calendars for our area public schools (and others, as provided)… We have also linked to a downloadable PDF — just look …
‘Best in the Sequatchie Valley’ Returns for 2025 starting August 15th
It’s BACK for 2025! The Best in the Sequatchie Valley — the original reader’s choice awards for Marion County and the Sequatchie Valley are back for 2025 and voting starts soon! SValleyNow.com (Sequatchie Valley Now), along with parent company Tennessee Valley Broadcasting and The River 104.9/WEPG and Country Roads 93.3/WSDQ radio is proud to announce …
This Week begins area High School Graduations
High school graduation dates are set, and here is your list: Marion County May 13 South Pittsburg, Grundy County, and Richard Hardy Memorial May 15 Whitwell, Bledsoe County, and Sequatchie County May 16 North Jackson, AL May 22 St. Andrews/Sewanee May 25 Congratulations to graduates from everyone at Sequatchie Valley Now, The River 104.9, and …



