CHILDS, KYRIEN L Age: 19 Class: DETAINEE Race/Sex: B/M Intake Date: 03/12/2026 11:17 PM City: NASHVILLE Arrested By Department: JASPER POLICE DEPARTMENT Arrested By Officer: JPD SMITH Release Date: 03/13/2026 02:56 PM Charge Bond DRIVING ON SUSPENDED LICENSE 0 UNLAWFUL POSS OF FIREARM BY FELON 7500 CLARK, …
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Tennessee Highway Patrol are warning Tennesseans about new scam text messages claiming recipients have an “unpaid traffic ticket” and threatening their driving privileges. These messages are not real. If you are a victim of this scam, report your interaction to https://www.ic3.gov/. For more information about common scams and how …
The Tennessee Department of Treasury is encouraging Tennesseans to check ClaimItTN.gov for missing money after businesses and organizations across the state turned over an additional $248.6 million in unclaimed property so far since July 1, 2025. Tennesseans may soon receive a letter from the Department notifying them they have unclaimed money. Each year, the Unclaimed Property Division …
On March 9th, Troy Cash of Coalmont, Tennessee was indicted by the Grundy County Grand Jury on charges of Second-Degree Murder and Manufacture/Sale/Delivery of a Schedule II Controlled Substance (Fentanyl). An investigation conducted by the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office determined that Cash allegedly provided fentanyl to an individual, resulting in that person’s death. This case …
Law enforcement in Tennessee is reminding drivers about the dangers of drowsy driving. The issue is more dangerous than many people realize. In 2023, 633 people lost their lives in crashes involving a drowsy driver. Fatigue slows reaction time, affects judgment, and can be just as dangerous as driving impaired. If you’re tired, don’t risk …
Work is underway on a long-term fix to stabilize SR 108 in Whitwell (Marion County). The section of roadway had been gradually sliding, with pavement dropping and shifting over time. While temporary patches helped, crews are now implementing a long-term stabilization solution. The project includes installing new culverts to better manage water flow and constructing …
The Miss National Cornbread Festival pageant will be held on April 18 at the Princess Theater in downtown South Pittsburg. It is for girls ages 2 to 18 and requires a $25 entry fee. Registration will be held at the National Cornbread Festival headquarters at 221 South Cedar Ave. on March 24 and 21 and …
Our weekly poll at www.svalleynow.com is complete. The unofficial poll concerned the selection for Mayor of Marion County. Travis Layne won the unofficial vote with 27% followed by Incumbent David Jackson 24%, Daniel Carter 23%, Tom Hudson 11%, Larry Montegue (10) 5%, Tim Brooks (9) 5%, Patrick Childs 4%, and Benjamin Shankles 2% Our current …
Due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, local drivers have observed a consistent increase in gasoline prices. According to GasBuddy, the average price in the area has risen by 52 cents. On Monday afternoon, the statewide average price for gas in Tennessee was $3.04 per gallon. Average prices in Marion County were $3.08, Grundy and …
Tennessee Department of Transportation crews continue to work on Rockfall Mitigation on I-24 near MM 137 westbound near Monteagle Mountain. The middle lane, right lane, and right shoulder have been closed. 2 Lanes of traffic have been shifted to flow on the left shoulder and left lane. All lanes will be reopened to traffic by …
