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Marion County 4-H Performing Arts presents: Irving Berlin’s “Annie Get Your Gun” – April 18th-20th

Time is running out to get your tickets for the latest production for Marion County 4-H Performing Arts as they present Irving Berlin’s “Annie Get Your Gun” — coming to Jasper Elementary School April 18th – 20th, 2024. The production, presented by Tower Community Bank and directed by Wesley Brewer, will feature on stage performances …

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MCHS Valmont Pre-Apprectices recognized at luncheon Tuesday

Pictured L-R: Karlee Scharber, Harlie Carson, Carter Deprima, Mason Dixon, Principal Dr. Larry Ziegler. Picture from MCHS Facebook page.

Students participating in the pre-apprenticeship welding program at Marion County High School were recognized for their achievements in the program at a special luncheon on Tuesday. Those in the program have practiced the welding trade through a pre-apprentice program in conjunction with the district and school’s CTE (Career Tech Education) program and local company, Valmont …

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Jasper Middle School Warriors volleyball and baseball teams coming up winners this week

It’s been a week of wins for the Jasper Middle School Warriors this week. The JMS JV and Varsity volleyball teams pulled-off two wins this week, over the Whitwell Middle Tigers on Monday and Cumberland County on Tuesday. Pictured L-R:  JMS Warriors JV volleyball team, JMS Warriors Varsity volleyball team… Pictures from school Facebook page. …

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Stevenson, AL woman charged in COVID scheme gets 14 months and must repay $120,025

A Stevenson, Alabama woman was sentenced to 14-months in prison on Wednesday after conviction from her involvement in a scheme to defraud COVID-19 unemployment programs in multiple states. 29-year-old Randa Faye Allison appeared before Judge Curtis L. Collier in Chattanooga on Wednesday for sentencing. As part of the filed plea agreement with the court, the …

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Tennessee Lt. Governor says expulsion restriction bill could lead to problems

Tennessee Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally says a bill prohibiting local governments from returning expelled lawmakers to the Legislature could fail a constitutional challenge. The House passed the measure sponsored by Rep. Johnny Garrett, R-Goodlettsville, on Monday in a party-line vote, however McNally says he has concerns about the constitutional questions the legislation presents. In an …

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South Pittsburg Basketball Moves One Step Closer to the Big Dance

The South Pittsburg Pirates boys’ basketball defeated Sale Creek, 67-60, on Tuesday night at Van Buren County High School in the Region 3-A semifinals. The win moved the Pirates into the championship game on Thursday at 7 PM. The win also guarantees South Pittsburg a sectional round game on Monday. A win on Thursday and …

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Dade County Georgia High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Marion County; Ringgold, GA Man Arrested

On February 26, at approximately 11:00 PM, a Dade County Deputy observed a vehicle speeding on Interstate 24, traveling toward Marion County. After activating the lights and siren on his patrol unit, the vehicle increased its speed to approximately 120-125 MPH. The vehicle continued West on Interstate 24 and attempted to leave the interstate at …

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Family Dollar Stores to Pay Big for Criminal Penalty in Food Safety Case

Family Dollar Stores, a subsidiary of Dollar Tree Inc., pleaded guilty Monday to holding food, drugs, cosmetics, and other items under “insanitary” conditions at a now-closed, rodent-infested distribution center in West Memphis, Arkansas, federal prosecutors said. U.S. Department of Justice said in a news release that the company’s plea deal includes a fine and forfeiture …

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Tennessee Bill would Only Allow Certain Flags to be Displayed in Public Schools

The Tennessee House of Representatives voted in favor of a bill that would only allow certain flags to be displayed in classrooms and on school properties in the state. On Monday, the House passed HB 1605 after two amendments to the language were approved by a vote of 70-24, with one lawmaker not voting. It …

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Fire Near Ladds Substation on Sunday Night

At 7:41 Sunday night, Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to a multi-acre wildland fire near the Ladds Substation. Jasper, Jasper Highlands, and Kimball Fire Departments were called for water and manpower to keep the fire from spreading to nearby residences and businesses. The fire was brought under control, and no injuries were reported.