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Important Information Concerning New 729 Area Code

With new telephone numbers in high demand, the Tennessee Public Utility Commission approved adding the new 729 area code to the existing 423 area code region, which covers our area. Starting February 5, 2025, all local calls made within the 423-area code must be dialed using 10 digits (area code and the 7-digit telephone number). On and …

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Scam Warning from the BBB

With Valentine’s Day on the way, the Better Business Bureau warns of potential scams. If you use dating apps, be cautious. Scammers may use fake pictures to catfish and ask for money or personal information. The BBB notes that people in their 50s and 60s are often targeted with promises of romantic relationships that later …

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After an Investigation in Jackson County Alabama Man Sentenced to Federal Prison

After an investigation by the Jackson County Alabama Sheriff’s Office and the FBI, on January 24, 2025, James C. Thompson, 72, formerly of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, was sentenced to 20 years in prison For Transportation of a Minor In Interstate Commerce with the Intent to Engage in Sexual Activity. The sentencing occurred in the United …

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Changes Proposed for Smallmouth Fishermen at Nickajack and Other Locations

Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency biologists have proposed a dramatic change in the regulations for smallmouth bass on Chickamauga, Nickajack and Guntersville (downstream from Nickajack Dam to the Alabama state line). Currently, in an effort to protect and encourage the number of trophy smallmouth bass, bass fishermen on those lakes are only allowed to keep one …

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TVA Prepares for Cold Temps

TVA has an Emergency Load Curtailment Program for when demand on the electric grid is at its highest. The ELCP ensures the stable operation of TVA’s generation and transmission. Most of the time, temperatures do not reach a level that impacts the public, but during the next 24-48 hours, there will be extremely low temperatures …

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Family Settles Legal Issue after Rodents Located at Distribution Center

A settlement was reached Tuesday after an investigation revealed that Family Dollar Stores in Tennessee were selling customers goods stored in a rodent-infested distribution center. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti says. “No matter the family budget, whether at a discount shop or not, every Tennessean deserves confidence in the food they buy. This settlement holds Family Dollar accountable and …

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Chattanooga State Offering Robot Summer Camp

Chattanooga State Community College’s summer camps are returning in Summer 2025 with offerings for youth ranging from 8 to 12 and 15 to 17 years of age. This year’s camp lineup includes opportunities for children ages 8 to 12 to try their hands at building robots in Building Bots for Battle, Building Robopetz, and Demolition …

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Cold Weather Forces Schools to Close or Delay

Due to the extreme cold, Marion County, Sequatchie County, Bledsoe County, Grundy County, and Richard Hardy schools are closed through Wednesday. Jackson County, AL, Schools will have a two-hour delay on Tuesday, Jan 21, 2025. This will allow buses and schools to check for issues and to warm up before students arrive in these cold …

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Heavy Coats are Not Good for Children’s Car Seats

In colder weather, parents typically dress their children in winter coats, but it is crucial to recognize that heavy coats can compromise the proper harness fit on a child in a car seat. When securing your child in a car seat, select thin, warm layers and position blankets or coats around your child after ensuring …

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Information on how to handle Roadside Emergencies

Hey everyone, just a friendly reminder that a roadside emergency can happen to anyone at any time. Knowing what to do in these situations is vital to keep yourself safe. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: Pull over to a safe location as quickly as possible. Turn on your hazard lights to …

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