The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA Today Network announced football rankings after Week 8. The top 10 teams in the six Division I classifications and the Top 5 in three Division II classes were selected by TSWA members and USA Today writers, with first-place votes in parentheses and total points based on 10 points …
Category: South Pittsburg
Marion County Sheriff’s Department Christmas for Kids Program Sign-up Starts Nov. 3
Enrollment for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) Christmas for Kids program is coming up in November. Families can enroll from Monday, November 3, until Monday, November 17. The following requirements must be met to enroll: You and your child (or children) must be citizens of Marion County Valid proof of identification Proof of income …
High School Football Recap for Games Played on October 10
The South Pittsburg Pirates scored four defensive touchdowns, three of which occurred in the first eight minutes. This resulted in a 49-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and contributed to their Region 3-1A victory. Brandon Goldsmith returned an interception for 38 yards, Jordan McClendon returned another interception for 28 yards, Taedyn Bibbs …
Upcoming Fall Events
With the fall season fully underway and cool weather slated to arrive in the Tennessee Valley, it’s the perfect time to get outdoors or get underway with some fall events and festivities. Several events are coming up locally or around the area that are perfect for the family. Here’s some upcoming events to check out: …
TN High School Football Standings October 8
Class A, Region 3 REGION OVERALL W L W L Whitwell 2 0 2 5 Copper Basin 1 1 2 5 Sale Creek 0 0 6 0 South Pittsburg 0 0 5 1 Lookout Valley 0 2 2 5 Class 2A, Region 2 REGION OVERALL W L W L Eagleton Academy 1 0 6 1 …
High School Radio Coverage for Games on October 3
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 …
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. …
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 …


