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High School Football Recap

Marion County 33, Brainerd 3. Mason Mays scored 3 times with a 30-yard punt return, a 3-yard run, and an 11-yard rushing TD. Ashton Martin scored on a 1-yard plunge, and Ashton Richards added a 2-yard rushing TD. The Warriors, ranked No. 1 in TSSAA Class 2A, will play at home on Friday as they …

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Grundy County Receives $1 Million Grant

After many meetings and being consistent, Grundy County was awarded $1 million grant from the Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging for Miracle on the Mountain. Miracle on the Mountain Play Outside Park will be located at the intersection of Highways 56 and 108. It is a customized park that allows all children, including those …

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It’s Time for High School Football

Marion Co. at Brainerd. You can hear the game on The River 104.9. The Indians travel to Marion County. Bledsoe Co. at Sequatchie Co. Hear the game on Country Roads 93.3. Red Boiling Springs at Grundy Co. Huntland at Whitwell. Check out the Tigers broadcast on the Nickajack Radio Network on the live stream at www.theriver104.9.com. …

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Nominations Open Now for “Best in the Sequatchie Valley”

The Best in the Sequatchie Valley — the original reader’s choice awards for Marion County and the Sequatchie Valley are back for 2025, and voting starts soon! SValleyNow.com (Sequatchie Valley Now), along with parent company Tennessee Valley Broadcasting and The River 104.9/WEPG and Country Roads 93.3/WSDQ radio, is proud to announce the return of ‘The Best in …

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Sequatchie County teacher arrested after physically assaulting student

A Sequatchie County teacher has been arrested after physically assaulting a special needs student. On August 19, 2025, deputies with the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) were made aware of a student who was assaulted at Griffith Elementary School. The SCSO said upon further investigation, it was determined that teacher Holly Condra physically assaulted the …

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ChattState Invests in Student Futures, Joins Network Advancing High-Value Credentials that Lead to Good Jobs and Bachelor’s Degrees

Chattanooga State Community College continues to affirm its ongoing commitment to its students. On Tuesday, the College announced it was chosen among 54 other institutions to join a cohort of community colleges investing in student outcomes alongside The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. As a new member of the institute’s Unlocking Opportunity network, ChattState will …

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A new tick breed has been found in Tennessee

With September almost here, tick and bug season is still prevalent. A new tick has made its way into the state of Tennessee. The longhorned tick originated from East Asia. The insect first integrated into countries like New Zealand and Australia. Now, the tick has been reported in 21 states, including Tennessee. The first sighting …

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Paving on Sequatchie Mountain Road Wednesday; Expect delays

The Marion County Highway Department is advising motorists about road work that is happening Wednesday in the county. County officials say crews will be paving Sequatchie Mountain Road throughout the day. Drivers are asked to expect delays and use caution. Officials did not say when crews are expected to finish the work.

Pikeville’s Rigsby Volunteer Fire Dept. receives $10,000 grant

Nine volunteer fire departments across Tennessee are each receiving $10,000 grants through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). Pikeville, Tennessee’s Rigsby Volunteer Fire Department, is one of those recipients. Volunteer firefighters make up nearly 65 percent of the U.S. fire service, and many rural …

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Robert Bateah sentenced to 12 years in 2022 murder of South Pittsburg man

The sentencing of Robert Bateah took place today. Bateah, who  was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and employing a firearm in the commission of a felony in the death of Kevin Hudson in South Pittsburg in April of 2022. Bateah and Hudson were business partners and owned the former Dragging Canoe Coffee shop in South …

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