The Marion County Sheriff’s Department says bullying is never Ok. We all deserve kindness and respect. Remember to treat others the way you want to be treated. You never know the struggles someone might be facing behind the scenes. Let’s not judge based on appearances, clothes, cars, or homes because they don’t define a person’s …
Grundy County Man Arrested for Arson
On March 29, 2025, the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Fire Chief Jared Meeks regarding a suspicious fire at Palmer Market in Palmer, Tennessee. A coordinated investigation was launched immediately by Patrol Deputies, the Criminal Investigation Division, and Constable Kyle Collins. Through this joint effort, the suspect was identified as Nicholas Callahan. The …
SVEC Preventative Maintenance Pole Inspections begin Monday
Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative has contracted Osmose Utilities Services to perform preventative maintenance pole inspections beginning Monday, March 31, in Marion County. These inspections will continue throughout the spring in other counties across our service territory. Crews will start in Downtown South Pittsburg near the Shelby Rhinehart Bridge, then move into New Hope before heading …
TN Works Encourages More People To Earn Degrees, Credentials
By Danielle Smith: Tennessee is working to increase the number of people enrolled in college and career training programs, which the state believes will be necessary for securing good jobs in the future. There is still a lot more work to be done. Tennessee ranks 46th among states in terms of the percentage of working-age …
Tuition Rate Increase Coming to Tennessee Community Colleges and TCAT Schools
In a special-called meeting on Thursday, the Tennessee Board of Regents approved tuition and fees for the 2025-26 academic year. Combined tuition and mandatory fees will increase by an average of 3.25 percent at the Community Colleges and 3.26 percent at the Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs), to fund a portion of operating cost …
Tennessee Unemployment Rate Stays Steady
Tennessee’s statewide unemployment rate has remained steady at 3.7% for six consecutive months. It continues to track below the national average, according to data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in February was 3.7%, the same as it has been each month since September. In …
Mega Millions Ticket Price Increase
Mega Millions will roll out several changes next month, including new ticket prices, jackpots, and an increase in the odds of winning, the multistate lottery game announced. Players will need more than $2 and a dream to play. After the April 4 drawing, tickets will cost $5 each, according to a statement released by Mega …
DesJarlais Reintroduces the Protecting Horses from Soring Act into Congress
Congressman Scott DesJarlais (R-TN-04) has announced that he has reintroduced the Protecting Horses from Soring Act into the 119th Congress. Rep. DesJarlais said, “For years, the Tennessee Walking Horse Industry has been subjected to egregious overburdensome regulations by the federal government. No one understands the unique care these animals require more than their loving owners.” …
Human Chiropractors May Soon be Allowed to Work on Animals
A bill making its way through the Tennessee legislature would allow for human chiropractors to practice on animals. Introduced by Bedford County Representative and House Speaker Pro Tempore Pat Marsh (R-Shelbyville), this bill would permit licensed chiropractors to practice animal chiropractic. Some stipulations of the bill include completing six hours of continuing education in animal …
Dollar Tree Selling Family Dollar Stores
Dollar Tree announced on Wednesday that it is selling Family Dollar for $1 billion to a pair of private equity firms, a decade after acquiring the discount chain for more than $8 billion. Although both Dollar Tree and Family Dollar cater to low-income shoppers, Family Dollar locations struggled to gain traction, prompting the parent company …




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