Chattanooga Police have made an arrest for the early morning shooting at the Amazon fulfillment center that left a teen in critical condition. Police say 20-year-old D’ante Jones has been taken into custody and charged with Attempted First-Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm during a Felony. Jones told police he and the victim got …
One Ticket has All Winning Numbers in $1.58 Billion Drawing
A single ticket sold in Florida is good for a $1.58 billion Mega Millions jackpot, ending weeks of anticipation over who would win the eye-popping top prize. A Publix grocery store in Neptune Beach sold the winning ticket, according to the Florida Lottery. The winning numbers drawn Tuesday night were: 13, 19, 20, 32, 33, …
South Pittsburg Mayor and Commissioners met on Tuesday Night
The City of South Pittsburg Board of Mayor and Commissioners met on Tuesday night in regular session. The city board voted to approve a resolution authorizing the Marion County Industrial and Environmental Development Board to amend the large manufacturing pilot and lease agreement by an extension of one year in connection with the operation of …
Shooting at Amazon Fulfillment Center in Chattanooga
Chattanooga Police responded to a shooting outside the Amazon Fulfillment Center near Volkswagen Drive. Reports of the shooting came in at approximately 4:33 am Wednesday when Chattanooga police responded to a person shot call on Discovery Drive. Upon arriving, they found a 19-year-old man with a life-threatening gunshot wound. Investigators believe this was a targeted …
Local Ducks Unlimited Chapter 34 to Host Annual Membership Dinner and Auction
The Sequatchie Valley Ducks Unlimited Chapter 34 will be hosting their annual Fall Flight Banquet Membership Dinner and Auction on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at “The Hooch” (the old U.S. Stove building) on Cedar Avenue in South Pittsburg. The local chapter which is based in Marion County, promotes the sport and heritage of waterfowl hunting …
Jasper native receives award aboard USS Iwo Jima
NORFOLK, VIRGINIA — Seaman Dylan Lotshaw, a native of Jasper, Tennessee, was named Warrior of the Week aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima, Aug. 2. The Iwo Jima Warrior of the Week recognizes a sailor who has shown consistent dedication to duty. “Being recognized as Warrior of the Week is a representation …
Scam Warning from Whitwell Police
The Whitwell Police Department has been made aware that some residents have been contacted by scammers using the department’s phone number. Be advised that the City of Whitwell and the Whitwell Police Department will not call you to make any type of payment. If you do get one of these calls, do not hesitate to …
Community Partnership Event to be held at Whitwell Middle School
Whitwell Schools will present a Health, Wellness, and Academic Success community partnership event on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM CDT. The event will feature community partners and programs and information on topics including Chattanooga Allergy Clinic, DOH-Dental, Safe Sleep, Hidden in Plain Sight, Centerstone, Mental Health, Narcan, Men’s Health, Vaccines, and …
Dunlap Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting August 17
The City of Dunlap Board of Zoning Appeals will be meeting on Thursday, August 17th, 2023, at 5:00 PM (C.S.T.) to discuss a request to operate a home occupation business at 1800 Main Street that is currently zoned Residential – Medium Density. The business would consist of the service and repair of outdoor power equipment, …
Grundy County Teachers Receive Big Increase in Pay
Grundy County schools began classes on Monday, and teachers there have received a significant pay raise to get the school year started. The Grundy County School Board recently voted to increase teacher pay by $5,576. This puts the starting salary for new teachers in the county at $46,000, which exceeds the state-mandated minimum salary by …




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