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Jackson County, Ala Sheriff’s Department Receives Funding for New Patrol Units

Jackson County, Ala., is set to strengthen public safety after receiving federal funding to purchase additional patrol cars for the sheriff’s office. The $250,000 in community project funding will help the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office purchase and outfit four new patrol vehicles. These new units will help deputies respond faster, cover more ground, and keep families …

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Local Schools will Compete for Two State Football Championships

South Pittsburg advanced to the BlueCross Bowl for the fifth time in the past six seasons with a 35-7 win at Coalfield on Friday. They finished runner-up last season. The second-ranked Pirates (13-1) will face top-ranked McKenzie (13-1) at 2 p.m. on Friday at Chattanooga’s Finley Stadium, with the Rebels defeating fourth-ranked Fayetteville 39-0 in …

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Update on Bodies Found in New Hope

We have an update on the death investigation in New Hope. New Hope Police, Marion County Sheriff’s Department, and the TBI began looking into three deaths. We can confirm that three people, two males and one female, were found dead at the scene in the 400 block of Mail Loop Road in New Hope on …

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Update on Two Fatal Crashes

Sequatchie Valley Now can confirm that two fatal accidents occurred on Wednesday night, November 26, 2025. The Tennessee Highway Patrol first worked a deadly multi-vehicle accident on I-24 Eastbound near Nickajack Lake (MM 159). The THP said on Sunday, November 30, 2025, that this crash was still under investigation. A second fatal crash took place …

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One Person Injured in Sunday Crash on Hwy 11

On Sunday morning, the Cagle Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Hwy 111 in front of Dollar General. When CVFD arrived on scene, they reported a three-vehicle crash with debris on the roadway. EMS was requested for one patient evaluation. Additional support was provided by Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) …

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Semifinal Football Action on The River 104.9

Third-ranked Coalfield (11-2), which began this season with back-to-back losses, has won 11 straight and will host (12-1) number 2-ranked South Pittsburg, winners of 12 straight, Friday at 6 PM. South Pittsburg Pirate football will be heard on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver1049.com. Third-ranked Marion will travel to No. 8 Eagleton Academy in Maryville …

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South Pittsburg’s Cooper Named Mr Football Finalist

The Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Awards will be presented to the top football players in nine classifications of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The top kicker in the state will be recognized with a Mr. Football Award, regardless of classification. Five semifinalists in each …

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Marion County Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Warning

There’s a troubling scam targeting the elder community. The Marion County Sheriff’s Department wants to spread the word. Scammers are calling, claiming to be from the local sheriff’s department, and saying that there’s a warrant for your arrest! To “clear up” this warrant, they ask you to buy prepaid cards like Green Dot or Apple …

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TDOT Halts Lane Closures During Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Period

Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this holiday. TDOT will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. All construction-related lane closures will be suspended beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 26, and will remain in effect through 6:00 a.m. …

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THP Sobriety Checkpoints in Marion County

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint: Date: December 11, 2025 County: Marion Time: 9:00 PM Location: Valley View Hwy @ Coppinger Cove Rd.   Date: December 25, 2025 County: Marion Time: 9:00 PM Location: State Highway 156 @ Blue Bridge   The scheduled checkpoint is contingent upon manpower and weather conditions.