The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has provided additional details regarding a motor vehicle accident that occurred on Friday, resulting in one individual sustaining critical injuries. The incident involved a 2012 Chrysler 200, which crashed at approximately 5:15 p.m. CST on March 27. According to THP, the Chrysler was traveling eastbound on Interstate 24 in Marion …
Category: Tennessee
Secretary of State Announces Local School Anne Dallas Dudley Award Winners
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett has announced 56 Tennessee high schools that are this year’s recipients of the Anne Dallas Dudley Award for meeting student voter registration thresholds. Initiated in 2021, the Anne Dallas Dudley Awards focus on increasing voter registration in Tennessee among students who will be 18 or older on or before …
New Roller Coaster Coming to Lake Winnie
Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park is set to debut its new family-friendly roller coaster, “Lookout Safari,” in 2026. According to park officials, this fresh addition promises exciting speed and twists suitable for all ages. The ride will have a 656-foot track, offer two laps, and reach speeds of up to 21 mph. Guests will board a …
Body Located in Monteagle Remains Unnamed
Last Thursday, March 19, 2026, Sequatchie Valley Now reported about a body being found in Monteagle. We asked today on March 26 for an update from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Here is what we received. At the request of 12th Judicial District Attorney General Courtney Lynch, TBI special agents responded to the 700 block …
Haletown Fire & Rescue Conducts Water Recovery
On Tuesday afternoon around 4:30, Haletown Fire and Rescue reported to a water recovery near Gray Bluffs. A hiker with two dogs had fallen 100 feet into the water and rescuers were launched for retrieval. Rescuers quickly located the person and animals and transferred them to Marion County Park where the man was checked out …
Erlanger to Upgrade Children’s Hospital
Erlanger Hospital is excited to announce major renovations to the Children’s emergency department, main lobby, and entryways to better serve the 80,000+ patients and families they see each year. Construction will begin this summer, though many projects are already underway, including: – a new Behavioral Health space within the ED – a Fast Track area …
Some Tennessee Leaders want to Pause State Gas Tax
As gas prices spike across Tennessee, some Democrats have called for a gas and diesel tax holiday to ease the pain at the pump but getting it passed will require cooperation from the Republican supermajority, which ultimately controls the budget. According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of gas in the Volunteer State has increased …
Drag Racing on I-24 Sends Two to Jail
Two individuals were taken into custody and formally charged with drag racing after allegedly passing a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper at speeds exceeding 100 mph, as stated in an arrest report. The affidavit indicates that the trooper was traveling at approximately 70 mph on Interstate 24 eastbound when a black Infiniti and a silver BMW …
Tennessee 5-12 Students Might Soon Earn School Credit for Hunter Safety Education
Tennessee students may soon have the opportunity to earn academic credit for completing hunter safety education. If approved, new legislation would enable schools to offer hunter education courses to students in grades 5 through 12, integrated within physical education, health, or safety curricula. The proposed bills are pending final approval from Governor Bill Lee. Upon …
It’s Dangerous Fire Season
Fire danger is heating up across Tennessee. If you’re planning to burn debris like leaves or branches this weekend, we urge you to be extra cautious. And of course, don’t forget to obtain a burn permit! In Tennessee, a burn permit is required during wildfire season to help ensure everyone practices safe burning methods. It’s …



