MARION COUNTY SR-2 (DIXIE LEE AVE.) Utility Work both directions from LM 30.59 to LM 30.74: Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-2(Dixie Lee Ave) at the Sullivan’s Landing TWRA Boat ramp. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, arrow board/message boards, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present through Wednesday from 9 am – 2 …
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High School Football Recap
Marion County 33, Brainerd 3. Mason Mays scored 3 times with a 30-yard punt return, a 3-yard run, and an 11-yard rushing TD. Ashton Martin scored on a 1-yard plunge, and Ashton Richards added a 2-yard rushing TD. The Warriors, ranked No. 1 in TSSAA Class 2A, will play at home on Friday as they …
It’s Time for High School Football
Marion Co. at Brainerd. You can hear the game on The River 104.9. The Indians travel to Marion County. Bledsoe Co. at Sequatchie Co. Hear the game on Country Roads 93.3. Red Boiling Springs at Grundy Co. Huntland at Whitwell. Check out the Tigers broadcast on the Nickajack Radio Network on the live stream at www.theriver104.9.com. …
Nominations Open Now for “Best in the Sequatchie Valley”
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 the return of ‘The Best in …
Robert Bateah sentenced to 12 years in 2022 murder of South Pittsburg man
The sentencing of Robert Bateah took place today. Bateah, who was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and employing a firearm in the commission of a felony in the death of Kevin Hudson in South Pittsburg in April of 2022. Bateah and Hudson were business partners and owned the former Dragging Canoe Coffee shop in South …
Football Jamboree set for Friday Night in Chattanooga
All 3 Marion County high school football teams will participate in the annual Jamboree at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga on Friday night. All times are central. 5:30 Sale Creek vs. Marion County 6:30 Whitwell vs. Silverdale 7:30 McCallie vs. Tyner 8:30 South Pittsburg vs. Hayesville NC Admission is $10, with tickets available from participating …
Custodians Honored by Marion County School Board
The Marion County Schools’ Custodians were recognized Monday night at the monthly board meeting for their dedication and hard work for our staff and students. The Marion County Schools system truly appreciates every single one of you! Not all custodians were available for a picture. Below is a list of all county custodians. JES Charlie …
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 …
Rave Panic Button App Introduced by Marion County Schools
Marion County Schools will implement the Rave Panic Button app as a new safety measure at the beginning of this school year. The app is designed to improve student safety by directly connecting to the county’s 911 operations. Superintendent Dr. Mark Griffith stated that the panic button had been considered for some time. During a …
Blast Back to School Blast This Saturday
Blast Back to School with Life Recovery Center, 300 Cornerstone Dr in Jasper, this Saturday, August 2, from Noon-4 p.m. Completely FREE Open to ALL school ages All children must be supervised- NO DROP OFFS Kids must be present to receive hygiene & clothing Haircuts Clothing & Shoes Hygiene Packs A bounce house and outdoor …



