GRUNDY COUNTY, Tenn. — A project years in the making is nearing completion as Grundy County prepares to open what is being billed as the largest inclusive playground in Tennessee. “Miracle on the Mountain Play Outside Park,” located near the junction of Highways 56 and 108 in Coalmont, will welcome families as it opens to …
Tennessee Powers Up With First-In-The-Nation Fusion Regulations Starting June 9
Tennessee will become the first state in the nation with its own regulatory framework for nuclear fusion machines June 9, marking yet another major milestone as the global epicenter of nuclear energy. The Volunteer State will be the first state to roll out a technology-neutral approach to fusion regulation. Tennessee will tap into its expertise …
Marion County Highway Department: Ketner Mill Lane Remains Open, County Says
JASPER, Tenn. — Marion County Highway Department Superintendent Cory Pickett is pushing back against rumors and concerns surrounding the road around Ketner’s Mill, emphasizing that Ketner Mill Lane remains a county-maintained public road and has not been closed to the public. In a statement released Tuesday, Pickett said the recent closure of public access to …
Jasper Highlands Fire Department Launches New Website, Expands Community Resources
The Jasper Highlands Fire Department has unveiled a newly redesigned website aimed at making information and resources more accessible to residents of the Jasper Highlands community. According to a recent announcement from the department, the new website, located at jasperhighlandsfd.com, features improved navigation, expanded information, and additional resources designed to help answer questions about the …
After Three Decades, Tennessee Refreshes Its Iconic Welcome Signs
Tennessee motorists crossing the state line will soon be greeted by a brand-new look. The state officially unveiled a redesigned “Welcome to Tennessee” sign Monday, marking the first major update to Tennessee’s iconic welcome signs in more than three decades. The new design was introduced during a ceremony at the Unicoi County Welcome Center in …
Jackson County, AL EMA Launches New Emergency Alert System
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — Residents of Jackson County will soon receive emergency notifications through a new alert platform as the Jackson County Emergency Management Agency transitions from its longtime CodeRED system to SiRcom Smart Alerts. According to a press release from Jackson County EMA Director Joshua Whitcomb, the new system is powered by HQE Systems, Inc. …
A Summer Tradition Returns: Why Lake Winnie Still Feels Like Home After Generations of Memories
For many people across the Tennessee Valley, summer simply doesn’t feel complete without a trip to Lake Winnepesaukah — better known to generations of locals as simply “Lake Winnie.” And while it’s also easier to spell this way, so many of us can spell it perfectly thanks to the radio and TV commercials of the …
Recent Rainfall Has Helped, But Area Reservoirs Remain Near or Slightly Below Seasonal Averages
With recent rounds of heavy rain across the Tennessee Valley, many residents may assume area reservoirs are running well above normal levels heading into the summer recreation season. However, officials say the situation is a bit more complicated. Just a few weeks ago, much of Tennessee and portions of the surrounding region were experiencing some …
TDOT Advises Motorists of Ongoing Road Work and Bridge Inspections Across Marion County
Motorists traveling throughout Marion County should expect delays and use extra caution as several Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) projects remain active across the county this week. One of the most significant projects continues along Interstate 24 near Monteagle, where crews are performing rockfall mitigation work on the westbound side of the interstate near mile …
Chattanooga Area Gas Prices See Slight Drop Ahead of Summer Travel Season
Drivers across the local area are getting some relief at the pump as gasoline prices continue to move lower heading into the busy summer travel season. According to fuel price tracking service GasBuddy, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Chattanooga has fallen 34.2 cents per gallon over the past week, bringing the local …




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