Just before 2:30 Wednesday morning, Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to a chimney fire that turned into a structure fire at the 7000 block of Highway 41. Haletown began an aggressive interior attack on the fire. The Jasper and Kimball Fire Departments were called out for mutual aid. The fire was quickly contained to the …
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TDOT Halts Highway Construction for the Holiday Travel Period
Road construction won’t delay travelers during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is once again halting all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. No temporary lane closures will be allowed for construction on Tennessee roadways beginning at 6:00 a.m. …
Marion County Agencies Help with Bradley County Checkpoint
On December 15, the Tennessee Highway Patrol conducted a Bradley County DUI checkpoint in conjunction with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, law enforcement partners, and The 24/7 Movement. Approximately 22 agencies participated in the event, with 71 participants. This included law enforcement from Kimball, Whitwell, and the Marion County Sheriff’s Department. According to THP, 412 …
Dunlap Lions Club Needing Toy Donations for 9-12 Year-Olds
The Dunlap Lions Club desperately needs gifts for children 9 to 12 years old. They have plenty of items for younger kids, birth through 8 years old. Please help if possible. They are currently packing the bags to be delivered on Saturday. You can drop off donations at the Sequatchie County – Dunlap Chamber of …
Haletown Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Car Fire at Georgia State Line
At 12:40 Saturday afternoon, the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to I-24 at mile-marker 166 for a vehicle fire. The location of the fire happened to be just over the Georgia state line. Haletown arrived on the scene alongside Trenton-Dade Fire and quickly extinguished the burning vehicle and the woods on the side of the …
Road Closures at Prentice Cooper State Forest
The following roads will be closed at Prentice Cooper State Forest in Marion County from December 20 to March 15. These closures are necessary due to the wet weather and the freezing and thawing cycle, making the roads prone to rutting and erosion damage. Tower Drive past Pot Point Gate All side roads Haley Road …
Dietz & Watson along with Food City to Make Donation to Chattanooga Food Bank
On Thursday, Dec. 21, at 9 a.m., Philadelphia-based premium deli meat and cheese company Dietz & Watson, in conjunction with Food City, will deliver over 1.5 tons of premium deli meats and sausages to the Chattanooga Area Food Bank along with a check for $2,000. It’s all part of an annual program run by Dietz …
WEPG and WSDQ Owner makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
A few months ago, the Grand Ole Opry announced an exciting contest for our listeners to have a chance to win Grand Ole Opry tickets with a backstage pass by entering your email. Another part of the contest took place between radio stations throughout the country. The station with the most entries would celebrate with …
Schools are Closed Monday and Tuesday in Sequatchie County for Illness
After a review of attendance data, the decision has been made to close Sequatchie County Schools on Monday and Tuesday, December 18 and 19 due to sickness of our students and staff. They hope that you have a wonderful holiday season with your family. Students are scheduled to return to School on Thursday, January 4.



