South Pittsburg News covers breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in South Pittsburg, Richard City, and Marion County, Tennessee and surrounding communities.
While the U.S. economy looks strong in many ways—with low unemployment levels, easing inflation, and a robust stock market—many Americans continue to feel the squeeze of high costs. The inflation rate has come down from its peak in mid-2022, but the effects of several years of record price increases still linger, leaving households struggling to make ends …
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department is requesting assistance locating a missing teenager. Emma Bolton is a 17-year-old white female with black hair (dyed) and brown eyes. She has 2 nose piercings. Her family woke up on Sunday morning to find her missing. If you have any information, please call Marion County dispatch at 423-942-2525.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) can assure motorists it is stocked and ready to clear roadways of ice and snow. Salt supplies have been replenished in all the region’s 24 counties in preparation for winter, and crews have readied snowplows and brine trucks. “Our salt bins are stocked, our equipment is prepared, and our …
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development says that 91 of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported unemployment rates of less than 5% for November, with rates decreasing in 17 counties. Moore and Williamson counties recorded the state’s lowest unemployment rates for November at 2.6%. Bledsoe County rose from 5.1% to 5.4. Grundy County dropped from …
After a busy two days, the Marion County Santa Train was deemed a great success. Santa saw many happy, smiling faces. So many people helped make this day possible. The generosity of our communities was overwhelming. Thanks to the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, Toys for Tots, and The Forgotten Child’s Fund for organizing so children …
Special events were held over the weekend in Marion County. First was the South Pittsburg Christmas parade, followed by the Jasper parade and a benefit concert for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department Christmas for Kids program. People lined the streets to get a glimpse of the Christmas parades and then heard wonderful music at the …
This Saturday, December 14th, 2024, at 9 a.m. CST, the Marion County Sheriff’s Department will hold a vehicle auction. The auction will start at 9 a.m. CST, and the viewing will begin at 8 a.m. CST. The auction will be held at The Lawson Building, 300 Ridley Dr, Jasper. The vehicles will be sold as …
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department sends a heartfelt THANK YOU to our AMAZING citizens for their incredible generosity during the past few months in support of the MCSD Christmas for Kids program. Your monetary donations, along with the toys, coats, and shoes you’ve provided, are making a significant difference in the lives of children in …
The Marion County Warriors celebrated a triumphant afternoon on Saturday, adding a fifth state football championship to the school’s trophy case after a 17-7 win over Milan. This is the Warriors’ first state title since 1995. The game began with a pivotal moment as Marion’s defensive back, Luke Tipton, intercepted a pass on the second …
Tis the season for Shopping! Unfortunately, it is also the season for fraud and scams. Citizens Tri-County Bank warns its customers and others to PLEASE DO NOT Respond to or interact with unsolicited e-mail, text, or phone messages that ask you to click a link or provide personal information. When in doubt, call your bank …
