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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
In just its second year of existence, the Northeast Alabama Community College softball program has reach ed the pinnacle of junior college softball. The Mustangs rallied from an early deficit Sunday to defeat Temple College 7-3 and claim the 2026 NJCAA Division I Softball National Championship at Choccolocco Park in Oxford, Alabama. The title marks …
Tennessee utility customers now have additional protections as a new state law aimed at addressing the growing impact of large-scale data centers officially takes effect. The legislation comes as Tennessee continues to see significant growth in data center development driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and other technology-related industries. Lawmakers say the goal is to …
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A popular local destination known for its historic charm and annual fall festival is closing its property to public access, citing growing legal and liability concerns. In a statement posted this week on Facebook, the owners of Ketner’s Mill announced that while the annual Ketner’s Mill Country Arts Fair will continue each year, the mill …
A two-vehicle crash in Dunlap on Saturday morning resulted in one person being extricated from a vehicle, though injuries appeared to be minor, according to the Dunlap Fire Department. The crash occurred around 10:40 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 8/111 and Tram Trail Street. Emergency responders were dispatched to reports of a motor vehicle …
As the August County General Election approaches, local voters are being reminded of several important dates and the candidates expected to appear on the ballot. According to local Facebook page Valley Votes, the deadline to register to vote for the August election is July 7, 2026. Early voting is scheduled to run from July 17 …
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