Friday morning, Grundy County Investigators partnered with the Department of Children’s Services on a child neglect investigation at a residence on Canyon Drive in Altamont. During the investigation, allegations were made that a child was being restrained to a bed using a restraint device. While attempting to conduct the investigation, DCS caseworkers were confronted by …
Join us in congratulating Marion County Defensive Coordinator, Robert Flowers, as the 2026 High School Broyles Award Winner! The Broyles Award is a prestigious honor recognizing the top assistant coaches in college and high school football. Here’s what you need to know: What is the Broyles Award? The Broyles Award was established in 1996 to …
Marion County Mayor Travis Layne REP 35.18% >David Jackson DEM 35.73% Timothy H Brooks IND 1.83% Daniel Carter IND 23.60% Patrick Childs IND 2.94% Ben Shankles IN 0.72% Co Commission D1, Seat A >Joyce (Tuttie) Acuff Burkhalter REP 65.19% Matt Stone IND 34.81% Co Commission D1, Seat B >Terry Smith REP 49.53% Mark …
MARION COUNTY I-24 resurfacing from near SR-27 (US-72) to east of SR-28: The contractor will be resurfacing on I‑24 in both directions from MM 152.2 to MM 156. Work will be performed Sunday nights through Thursday nights from 7 PM – 6 AM. Single‑lane closures will be set up. MARION COUNTY SR-108 [2.8-3.24] slide mitigation: …
A fatal accident occurred on Monday afternoon just before 1PM. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), a 2017 Hyundai driven by 88-year-old Emily L. Harris was traveling west on Jones Crossing Road in Marion County. A 16-year-old was driving a 2017 Malibu north on Valley View Highway. The THP says the Hyundai failed to …
Tennessee’s tourism economy has grown 40% since 2018, nearly double the national growth rate of 22%, culminating in a record $32.5 billion in direct visitor spending in 2025. The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development announced this feat alongside Gov. Bill Lee and tourism leaders today at the Appalachian Clubhouse in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. …
Want to learn how to climb but don’t know where to start? Fiery Gizzard State Park is offering a course showcasing the basics of rock climbing. During this beginner-friendly introduction, you will practice your knot ties, learn climbing commands, and exercise climbing safety standards with instructor and Park Ranger Josh. You’ll then have the opportunity …
Small Town America Festival will take place in Dunlap October 2 through the 4th. Enjoy live music, unique vendors, food trucks, & so much more! The event will take place at Harris Park in Dunlap, TN. Music award winning group Exile will headline the entertainment along with Cody McCarver and more. The cost for an …
Early voting turned out great numbers in the Sequatchie Valley and surrounding counties with all totals larger than in 2022. Election locations are expected to be busy on Election Day this Thursday. The poles are open for county general elections and state primaries. Registered voters can find polling locations and hours, view sample ballots and check …
Sequatchie Valley Now learned Tuesday afternoon about the passing of Judge John Harvey “Cam” Cameron Jr., Circuit Court Judge for Tennessee’s 12th Judicial District, who died on August 3, 2026, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family at home. 12th Judicial District covers Bledsoe, Franklin, Grundy, Marion, Rhea, …
