Sequachee Valley Electric Co-op has some information to share with its members. Improvements include a fresh look for your bill, access to SmartHub for managing your account, the option to receive additional alerts, and more. As part of these enhancements, some members will notice an adjustment to their Electric Bill “Due Date”—starting with bills due …
Category: Whitwell
Rent Prices on the Rise in the Valley
While the U.S. economy looks strong in many ways—with low unemployment levels, easing inflation, and a robust stock market—many Americans continue to feel the squeeze of high costs. The inflation rate has come down from its peak in mid-2022, but the effects of several years of record price increases still linger, leaving households struggling to make ends …
Missing Teenager from Marion County
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department is requesting assistance locating a missing teenager. Emma Bolton is a 17-year-old white female with black hair (dyed) and brown eyes. She has 2 nose piercings. Her family woke up on Sunday morning to find her missing. If you have any information, please call Marion County dispatch at 423-942-2525.
Investigation Launched into Allegations of Animal Cruelty at Whitwell Ranch
A ranch that once earned the trust of community members for horse boarding is now at the center of an animal cruelty investigation. Ivy Linder, the manager of Lakota Ranch, is facing serious allegations as the sheriff’s office looks into claims of neglect and mistreatment of animals. According to investigators, numerous neglected and dying dogs …
TDOT Ready for Winter Weather in Southeast Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) can assure motorists it is stocked and ready to clear roadways of ice and snow. Salt supplies have been replenished in all the region’s 24 counties in preparation for winter, and crews have readied snowplows and brine trucks. “Our salt bins are stocked, our equipment is prepared, and our …
Press Release from the Whitwell Police Department
On Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at approximately 10:18 AM, police were dispatched to the 200 block of S. Oak Street regarding a Domestic Assault in Progress. Police were advised that there was a female and a male fighting, that a shovel was thrown towards a blue car, and that the blue car left the scene. …
Local County Unemployment Rates for November
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development says that 91 of Tennessee’s 95 counties reported unemployment rates of less than 5% for November, with rates decreasing in 17 counties. Moore and Williamson counties recorded the state’s lowest unemployment rates for November at 2.6%. Bledsoe County rose from 5.1% to 5.4. Grundy County dropped from …
Santa Train Huge Success in Marion County
After a busy two days, the Marion County Santa Train was deemed a great success. Santa saw many happy, smiling faces. So many people helped make this day possible. The generosity of our communities was overwhelming. Thanks to the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, Toys for Tots, and The Forgotten Child’s Fund for organizing so children …
Important Reminder from Whitwell Police
The Whitwell Police Department reminds everyone that motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13 in America. The Tennessee Highway Safety Office strives to reduce serious injuries and fatal crashes by educating parents, caregivers, and community members about using car seats, boosters, and seat belts properly. Find a …
Marion County Fireman and Family Lose Everything in Weekend Blaze
A Marion County firefighter’s home was destroyed by fire over the weekend, and now the family needs help. Fireman Garrett Gass with West Valley Fire, his two sons, a 1-year-old and 2-year-old, and the fireman’s mom lost everything. Between rebuilding their lives and caring for the boys, they will need our community’s help now more …