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Dunlap Fire Dept battles residential fire in Valley View community

The Dunlap Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire on Tuesday afternoon. The call came in just before 2:00 PM Central Time, for a home located in the Valley View community. Officers with the Dunlap Police Department had units on the scene that reported smoke coming from the roof of the home. Dunlap Engines …

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Cookie Jar Cafe announces they will reopen after fire

Owners of the popular Dunlap eatery, Cookie Jar Cafe, announced on Wednesday that the restaurant will reopen following the devastating fire that damaged  their building back in June. In a post on the restaurant’s Facebook page Wednesday morning, owners Jody and Sue Ann Lockhart said, “…After lots of prayer and consideration, the Lord has led …

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Haletown Volunteer Fire Dept. receives Public Safety Foundation Grant

The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department received word last week that they’ve been awarded a grant the will help the department with essential equipment purchases. According to the grant website, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant is intended “..to impact the lifesaving capabilities, and the lives of local heroes and their communities by providing lifesaving …

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Hwy. 111 Scenic Overlook closed for repairs

Sequatchie County’s scenic overlook site on Highway 111 is temporarily closed. According to officials with TDOT, the popular overlook on the southbound side of TN SR-111 that features naturally-panoramic views from high above the Sequatchie Valley and Dunlap, has been closed for a pipe repair. Signs have been posted coming up the mountain from Dunlap …

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Sequatchie Sheriff commends jail staff over good inspection

DUNLAP, Tenn. — The Sequatchie County Jail underwent its annual surprise inspection by inspectors from the Tennessee Corrections Institute recently, receiving yet another perfect score with no deficiencies discovered. This detailed inspection examines the complete facility evaluating 14 different groups and multiple sub categories, covering everything from the physical plant and administration and management to …

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Local School Calendars for Back-to-School time

With the passing of July 4th, summer has reached it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents know very well the day and dates, sometimes we do need a little reminder…and with that, here’s the school calendars for our area public schools (and others, as provided)… We have also linked to …

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Pikeville man arrested after murdering Spencer woman

White County, Tenn. — An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation into a homicide in Sparta Monday morning has resulted in the arrest of a Pikeville man. At the request of 13th Judicial District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway, on July 10th, TBI special agents began investigating a homicide reported in White …

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Marion County Market plans ‘Back to School’ market event for August 12th

The Marion County Market, the monthly farmers and crafters market held on the Courthouse Square in Jasper is planning for their upcoming August market Saturday with a “Back to School” event that even involves area kids to take part as vendors. The Market which is held on the second Saturday of each month from 10am-2pm …

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Just weeks away from kick-off… Who plays where?

Yes, the heat and miserable humidity of summer is still ever-present in our minds, and its resulting sweat is fresh (or rather, kind of stinky in some cases and places) on our brows… But high school football is almost here! Being mid-July means that we’ve rounded the corner not only for college football season and …

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TBI Releases Annual ‘Crime In Tennessee’ Publication

NASHVILLE – Today, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released its 2022 ‘Crime in Tennessee’ publication, which details the volume and nature of crime, as reported by the state’s law enforcement agencies. The report compiles data submitted to TBI through the Tennessee Incident-Based Reporting System (TIBRS). Among the report’s findings: Reported incidents of Murder, Rape, and Kidnapping …

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