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Sequatchie County, TN Arrest Report for May 28, 2026

The following arrests have been reported by the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department as of 5/18/2026. DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now or svalleynow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that an …

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TVA Considering New Rate Structure as AI Data Center Demand Surges Across Tennessee Valley

The Tennessee Valley Authority is considering changes to the way it charges large industrial customers as electricity demand from AI-driven data centers continues to grow across the region. According to reports, TVA officials recently informed local power companies that the utility is exploring new rate structures aimed at preventing everyday residential customers from absorbing the …

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CVS Lawsuit Over Tennessee Fair Rx Act Could Impact Local Pharmacy Access

CVS pharmacies has officially filed a federal lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s newly signed Fair Rx Act. The legal battle could affect more than 100 CVS locations statewide — including stores serving local communities here in the Sequatchie Valley. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed the legislation into law last week. The measure is aimed at restricting companies …

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Fiery Gizzard Ranger Named Tennessee State Parks Ranger of the Year

A ranger at Fiery Gizzard State Park is receiving statewide recognition for her dedication to conservation, visitor safety, and community service. Tennessee State Parks recently announced that Ranger Hannah Sheley has been named the Tennessee State Parks Ranger of the Year for 2025, honoring what park officials described as her professionalism, leadership, and commitment to …

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Marion County Commission Handles Jail Expansion Change Orders, Patrol Vehicle Purchase During May Meeting

The Marion County Commission met Tuesday evening, May 26, 2026, at the Lawson Building in Jasper for its regular monthly meeting–a meeting that was quite a bit shorter than most due to several commissioners being absent. The meeting was called to order following an invocation led by Commissioner Rollins and the Pledge of Allegiance. During …

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Tennessee Sees Dramatic Drop in 2026 Memorial Day Traffic Fatalities as Drivers Slow Down and Buckle Up

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Highway Patrol investigated only one traffic fatality statewide during the 2026 Memorial Day holiday travel period, according to preliminary results.  This is a significant decrease from the eight fatalities reported during last year’s holiday weekend During this holiday period, state troopers responded to 776 crashes across Tennessee, including 205 injury crashes, …

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Tennessee Takes Legal Fight Against Kalshi Sports Betting Platform to Appeals Court

Tennessee officials are continuing their legal battle against prediction market platform Kalshi, arguing the company’s sports-event contracts amount to illegal sports betting under state law. According to court filings and multiple published reports, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has appealed a federal court ruling that temporarily blocked the state from enforcing its sports wagering regulations …

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Scottsboro Man Convicted of Murder in 2024 Fatal Shooting

A Scottsboro man has been found guilty of murder in connection with a 2024 fatal shooting case following a week-long trial in Jackson County Circuit Court. According to a press release from the Scottsboro Police Department, officers responded to a shooting incident on March 31, 2024, within the Scottsboro city limits that resulted in the …

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VIDEO: Marion County Commission Meeting – May 26, 2026

Here’s a recording of the Marion County Commission’s monthly meeting for May 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.  

Free Fishing Day Planned at Fall Creek Falls State Park on June 6

Families and young anglers will have the chance to fish for free next month during a special event planned at Fall Creek Falls State Park. The park will host its annual Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day on Saturday, June 6, beginning at 7 a.m. at the park’s softball fields. Organizers say the event is designed …

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