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Third-ranked Coalfield (11-2), which began this season with back-to-back losses, has won 11 straight and will host (12-1) number 2-ranked South Pittsburg, winners of 12 straight, Friday at 6 PM. South Pittsburg Pirate football will be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver1049.com. Third-ranked Marion will travel to No. 8 Eagleton Academy in Maryville …
The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards will be presented to the top football players in nine classifications of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The top kicker in the state will be recognized with a Mr. Football Award, regardless of classification. Five semifinalists in each …
There’s a troubling scam targeting the elder community. The Marion County Sheriff’s Department wants to spread the word. Scammers are calling, claiming to be from the local sheriff’s department, and saying that there’s a warrant for your arrest! To “clear up” this warrant, they ask you to buy prepaid cards like Green Dot or Apple …
Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this holiday. TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. All construction-related lane closures will be suspended beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 26, and will remain in effect through 6:00 a.m. …
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint: Date: December 11, 2025 County: Marion Time: 9:00 PM Location: Valley View Hwy @ Coppinger Cove Rd. Date: December 25, 2025 County: Marion Time: 9:00 PM Location: State Highway 156 @ Blue Bridge The scheduled checkpoint is contingent upon manpower and weather conditions.
Here’s a recording of the Marion County Commission’s monthly meeting for November 2025. This will be the final regular monthly meeting for the year (no meeting will be held for December). You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
What: Military Community Job Fair connecting service members, veterans, Guard/Reserve, and military spouses with employers that are actively hiring. When: Tuesday, November 25, 11:00am to 3:00pm Central Why it matters: This event accelerates veteran hiring by translating military experience into civilian opportunity—delivering fast access to decision-makers across various industries. To learn more about RecruitMilitary, visit: https://recruitmilitary.com/ NATIONAL VIRTUAL CAREER …
A 2.4 magnitude earthquake took place late Sunday night about 8 miles south of Tracy City on the Marion County side. The quake was 9.7 kilometers deep. There were no reports of shaking or damage. Another earthquake was reported in northwest Georgia on Sunday morning. A 2.4 magnitude earthquake happened just after 6:30 a.m. in …
Chattanooga State Community College and Valmont Industries in Jasper, TN, are teaming up to create opportunities in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). NDT skills complement the trades at Valmont by creating multi-skilled technicians who can inspect and maintain high-value assets, ensuring welds, joints, and materials meet strict safety standards without damaging essential products and structures. The new …
The Marion County High School cheerleaders are going to Nationals! This program hasn’t been to nationals in over 30 years, and these girls are making it happen! From cheering on Friday night to rocking the stage on Saturday, Warrior fans are incredibly proud of them. The cheer team thanks Mindy Kral and Madison Taylore Hensley …
