The Pirates (6-1/1-0) will travel to unbeaten Sale Creek (7-0/1-0) on Friday. Hear the action on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver1049.com. Sequatchie County (5-2/3-0) will travel to Community (0-8/0-3) on Friday. The game can be heard on Country Roads 93.3 or HOME | Country Roads 93.3 (countryroads933.com) Other games of interest: Bledsoe County at …
The Drug Nitazene Hits Tennessee Streets; Stronger than Morphine and Fentanyl
A synthetic opioid called Nitazene, thousands of times stronger than morphine, has appeared on Tennessee streets, prompting doctors to warn the public. Originally developed in the 1950s but never approved for human use due to its potency, Nitazenes are now causing fatalities. While fentanyl is 50 times stronger than morphine, Nitazenes far exceed that strength. …
National School Bus Safety Week: October 20–24
Next week is National School Bus Safety Week, a reminder that everyone shares responsibility for keeping our students safe on the road. More than 26 million students ride nearly 480,000 yellow school buses across the country every school day, and school buses remain one of the safest forms of transportation. However, most serious injuries happen …
Reminder: Former Marion County Warrior Jersey to be Retired
Jacob is a true example of what it means to be a Warrior for Life! Saylor’s rushing ability helped Marion County to three TSSAA championship games. Don’t miss this special celebration! Let’s make it a night to remember for Jacob and all the fans who fill Bill Baxter Stadium. Saylors is currently a member of …
New Tony Roma’s Restaurant Opens in Kimball
Tony Roma’s, the iconic ribs and BBQ brand, celebrated the grand opening of its new Kimball restaurant on Tuesday. Doors open to the public at 11:30 a.m. The 105 Kimball Crossing Dr. location, just off I-24, introduces a refreshed, family-friendly Tony Roma’s with classic favorites and exclusive items crafted for Tennessee. “Kimball is the perfect …
Construction Prompts Ramp Closure to I-75 Near Hamilton Place
As part of the I-75 Interchange Improvements project at Hamilton Place, Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews will temporarily close the I-75 South entrance ramp from Shallowford Road beginning Friday, October 17, 2025, at 8:00 PM through Monday, October 20, 2025, at 6:00 AM local time to facilitate the installation of steel bridge beams for the …
Tennessee High School Football Poll for October 14
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA Today Network announced football rankings after Week 8. The top 10 teams in the six Division I classifications and the Top 5 in three Division II classes were selected by TSWA members and USA Today writers, with first-place votes in parentheses and total points based on 10 points …
Historic Building Burns in Tracy City
A historic fixture in Tracy City is gone. The “Fairgrounds Barn” was tragically destroyed by fire early Monday morning. This beloved landmark, a venue for countless community memories and events, represents a profound loss for Grundy County residents. Tracy City Mayor Stacie Hutcheson stated, “While the physical structure is gone, its spirit and the memories …
Marion County Sheriff’s Department Christmas for Kids Program Sign-up Starts Nov. 3
Enrollment for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) Christmas for Kids program is coming up in November. Families can enroll from Monday, November 3, until Monday, November 17. The following requirements must be met to enroll: You and your child (or children) must be citizens of Marion County Valid proof of identification Proof of income …




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