Two Chattanooga men were arrested on multiple drug charges following a traffic safety checkpoint in Scottsboro, according to the Scottsboro Police Department. Police said officers made contact with a passenger vehicle occupied by two individuals during the checkpoint operation. The occupants were identified as 37-year-old Adrian Labron Bentley and 37-year-old Christopher James Winchester, both of …
Drivers could soon see some relief at the gas pump thanks to a temporary change allowing wider sales of gasoline blended with more ethanol. Federal officials recently approved expanded summertime sales of E15 gasoline — a fuel blend containing 15 percent ethanol instead of the standard 10 percent found in most regular gasoline. Supporters say …
Gas prices across Tennessee dropped slightly over the past week, but drivers heading out for the Memorial Day holiday are still paying significantly more at the pump compared to last year. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Tennessee is now $4.12 per gallon, down three cents from …
Motorists in the Chattanooga area should prepare for traffic delays and road closures this weekend as the IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon returns to downtown on Sunday. The annual event is expected to bring thousands of athletes and spectators to the Scenic City, with race activities beginning early Sunday morning and continuing throughout the day. Several downtown …
The Dade County Sheriff’s Department in Georgia is seeking assistance from the public to find Rebekah Jean Massey, 43 years old. Massey was last spotted around Trenton, Georgia and Chattanooga, Tennessee on April 15th, 2026. She has long blonde hair, hazel eyes, stands about 5’7″, and weighs roughly 140 pounds. If you have seen her …
The Marion County Election Commission is preparing for election on Tuesday. Two of the largest campaigns are up on the Republican cite for sheriff and county mayor. Click on the link to see each precinct’s ballot. Look for any other election sites by going to for your search election. https://marionvotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Marion-2026P-Newspaper.pdf
Late Friday night in Marion County, a man experienced a mental issue while on a houseboat and was transported to a Chattanooga hospital by LifeForce. The Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to Hale’s Bar Road after receiving reports of a possible stroke. Upon arrival, crews found the man in the sleeper cabin, which was challenging …
MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Contractor eastbound from MM 141.5 to MM 157.8:Â Big Woody’s Tree Service will be performing mechanical tree and brush removal 04/30/26 – 05/06/26 from 7 AM to 5 PM. Big Woody’s will be closing shoulder in the East bound direction. West bound will not be affected. MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Contractor westbound …
The Tennessee Department of Health is reminding everyone to take precautions to avoid tick bites and tick-borne diseases. Spring is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the many beautiful state parks and other amazing locations Tennessee has to offer. “This is a great time of the year for outdoor activities. It’s important to …
Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park is set to reopen for the season on Friday, May 1, welcoming guests with familiar rides, attractions, and some fresh experiences. Among the highlights this year is the debut of “Lookout Safari,” a new roller coaster featuring a 656-foot track, two laps, and speeds reaching up to 21 miles per hour. …
