American consumers are once again feeling the pressure of rising prices, and the impact is increasingly noticeable across Tennessee — including in Marion and Sequatchie counties — as inflation surged nationwide amid escalating energy costs tied to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. New federal data released Tuesday showed the U.S. Consumer Price Index climbed 3.8 …
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has awarded a contract for a future bridge replacement project involving two structures in Marion County. According to TDOT, the project will replace the Interstate 24 westbound bridge over Shellmound Road as well as the Shellmound Road bridge crossing over I-24 eastbound. The work is intended to improve the …
Here’s a recording of the City of South Pittsburg’s monthly meeting for May 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
All Democratic members of the Tennessee House of Representatives have been removed from their committee and subcommittee assignments following protests and disruptions during last week’s special legislative session on congressional redistricting. House Speaker Cameron Sexton announced the disciplinary action Tuesday, accusing Democratic lawmakers of encouraging disorderly conduct during debate over a newly approved congressional map. …
The Tennessee Valley Authority says area lakes remain open for recreational use despite unusually low water levels across the region. TVA officials say ongoing dry weather conditions and below-average rainfall have contributed to reduced water elevations at several lakes throughout the Tennessee Valley. Even with the lower levels, officials stress that lakes remain accessible for …
Drivers across the area are seeing a sharp increase in fuel prices this week as the average cost of gasoline continues to rise. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Chattanooga increased by 18.9 cents over the past week, bringing the local average to approximately $2.74 per gallon. The …
A Marion County man is officially in the Tennessee record books after landing the largest largemouth bass ever confirmed in the state. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announced Monday that Whitwell resident Darren Nunley set a new Tennessee state record for largemouth bass with a fish caught earlier this year on Nickajack Reservoir. According to …
A new Tennessee law will now allow emergency medical helicopters to transport injured police and service dogs under certain conditions. The legislation permits Life Force air medical helicopters and other emergency medical aircraft to carry injured K-9 officers and working dogs during emergency situations when space and safety conditions allow. Supporters of the measure say …
Federal officials have terminated the primary construction contract for the Chickamauga Lock replacement project after concerns over the pace of work and overall progress. According to Local 3 News, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ended its agreement with the contractor overseeing the long-running infrastructure project along the Tennessee River near Chattanooga. The Chickamauga Lock …
The Dade County Sheriff’s Department in Georgia is seeking assistance from the public to find Rebekah Jean Massey, 43 years old. Massey was last spotted around Trenton, Georgia and Chattanooga, Tennessee on April 15th, 2026. She has long blonde hair, hazel eyes, stands about 5’7″, and weighs roughly 140 pounds. If you have seen her …
