Here’s a recording of the Town of Jasper’s City Meeting for October 2025. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
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 …
Fall Fire Season Begins Wednesday
Other burn tips from the Tennessee Division of Forestry include: Notify your local fire department and neighbors to let them know your plans to burn Do NOT burn on windy days Stay abreast of changing weather conditions Establish wide control lines down to bare mineral soil at least five feet wide around burn piles Keep …
Four Fire Departments Respond to I-24 Truck Fire
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 7:55 p.m., Haletown Fire and Rescue was toned to I-24 eastbound mile-marker 158 for a semi on fire. Jasper Fire and Kimball Fire Departments responded for mutual aid along with Fire Rehab Services. Upon arrival, firefighters found the tractor fully involved and spreading to the trailer. They immediately began …
Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office Executes Narcotics Search Warrant at Pikeville Townhouses
On October 9, 2025, the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office executed a narcotics search warrant at the Pikeville Townhouses in Bledsoe County, Tennessee. The search warrant was the result of an ongoing narcotics investigation conducted by the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office. During the search, detectives recovered suspected Fentanyl, Percocet, and Hydrocodone, along with U.S. currency, drug …
THC Compliance Checks at Grundy County Businesses
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office recently conducted THC compliance checks in 13 retail stores, and they found five violating the law. Sheriff Heath Gunter says his criminal investigations division was working to ensure businesses are following Tennessee state laws regarding the sale of THC and Delta-9 products. “These checks were part of an ongoing effort …
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