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Category: TOP NEWS

Top News is the latest breaking stories, schools, sports, traffic, government, and community updates in Marion County, Sequatchie County, Grundy County, Jasper, Whitwell, South Pittsburg, Dunlap, Kimball, Tennessee, Northeast Alabama, Jackson County, Bridgeport, Scottsboro, Stevenson, Sand Mountain and surrounding communities.

Two State Leaders Propose Tennessee Minimum Wage Increase to $20

Many workers will get a massive raise if Tennessee Representative Gloria Johnson and Tennessee Senator Sara Kyle get their way. The two-state leaders want to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 an hour to $20 if a new bill passes in the Tennessee General Assembly. It’s passed on the first and second consideration in the …

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Firemen Respond to Tractor-Trailer Fires on I-24 in Marion County

At 11:20 Tuesday morning, the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to a tractor-trailer fire on I-24 EB MM 147. Jasper Highlands and Monteagle Fire Departments also reported to the scene. The fire was quickly extinguished, though the load of eggs was marked as a total loss. Around 7:30 Wednesday morning, Haletown Volunteer Fire Department was …

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Bill to Ban Cell Phone and other Electronic Devices in Classrooms Moves Forward

A new bill has been introduced to the Tennessee General Assembly that would ban electronic devices in Tennessee classrooms. The bill, HB 2758/SB 2809, would prohibit students from displaying, using, or accessing an electronic device, like a cell phone, during instructional time. The bill was passed in two considerations in the Senate and has been recommended for …

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Student Loan Forgiveness begins for Some

On Wednesday, the Biden administration said it is automatically forgiving $1.2 billion in student debt for 153,000 borrowers. Loan holders whose debt will be discharged will receive an email informing them of their forgiveness. Those who are eligible have been enrolled in repayment plans for at least 10 years and originally borrowed $12,000 or less …

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Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative Helping You Save

Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative reminds everyone not to let your electric bill catch you off guard! Stay up to date with your energy usage by receiving text/email alerts regarding your energy consumption and by viewing your daily usage. When you see your usage go higher than you want, you can make immediate changes inside your …

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Former Area Police Officer Surrenders Certification

A former Pikeville Police officer and Grundy County Sheriff Deputy has surrendered his Tennessee post certification after he was found to be using a fake high school diploma to get his job. In January, the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy received an anonymous complaint saying Brandon Patterson paid for his diploma on Amazon. It was …

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Rockfall Mitigation Prompts Lane Closures on Interstate 24 in Marion County

Drivers traveling on I-24 in Marion County should know about upcoming road construction activities impacting traffic. On Wednesday, February 21, and Thursday, February 22, 2024, from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am local time each night, Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will perform a double lane closure on I-24 West between mile marker 136 and …

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Due to Sickness Grundy County Schools Going Virtual Tuesday and Wednesday

Each semester, the state of Tennessee allows school districts the flexibility to provide students with virtual instruction for two days. Due to the excessive number of students, faculty, and staff being absent due to illness, virtual instruction will occur for all Grundy County students on Tuesday, February 20, and Wednesday, February 21. All schools have …

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First Rail Car Delivery made at Colonial Chemical on Friday

On Friday, Colonial Chemical in New Hope, TN, successfully received its first rail car delivery of raw materials. As pioneers in the specialty surfactant industry, this event is not just a delivery; it’s a historical moment that underscores Colonial Chemical’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. This achievement is the culmination of countless hours …

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Early Voting Ballots Cast in the First Three Days

The State of Tennessee has released voter turnout through the first three days of early and absentee voting for the March 5th Presidential Preference and County Primaries. Marion County had 277 votes in the first three days this year compared to 476 in 2020 Sequatchie County: 108 votes in 2024– 100 in 2020 Grundy County: …

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