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Monday Evening Truck Fire on I-24

On Monday evening, (January 26,2026), Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a semi-truck fire on I-24 at mile-marker 145 westbound in Marion County, near Martin Springs. While in route the department received word that the truck was fully engulfed. The Jasper and Kimball Fire Departments were then called in for mutual aid for water tankers. …

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It’s Identity Theft Awareness Week

This is Identity Theft Awareness Week. This is a great time to learn how to safeguard your personal information and share tips with family and friends. Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information to open accounts, file fake health insurance claims, or even steal your tax refund. It can quickly turn into a …

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President Trump Approves Emergency Declaration for Tennessee

FEMA has announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Tennessee to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from a severe winter storm beginning on January 22, 2026, and continuing. The President’s action authorizes FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency …

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The War and Treaty to perform in South Pittsburg

Don’t miss CMA, ACM, and GRAMMY nominated powerhouse duo, The War and Treaty with special guest Hannah Dasher as they take the stage for The National Cornbread Festival Preheat Party at The Princess Theatre! Princess Insiders Presale begins Thursday at 10:00 am CT. Sign up for access at: https://forms.gle/YS8XfFJw8oKtL1edA General On sale Friday at 10:00 …

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Two Important Programs from Haletown Fire and Rescue

The Haletown Fire and Rescue is participating in two Federal programs. One is the free to the public smoke alarms. Each home is qualified to received up to 6 smoke alarms. These alarms have 10-year batteries and are installed by our firemen. All you do is sign, that they were installed. Second: is the “Close …

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Child Poverty Rate Down in Tennessee

Tennessee has achieved notable progress in reducing child poverty over the past decade; however, nearly 20 percent of children in the state continue to live in poverty, according to the most recent State of the Child report. Published by the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth, the report examines critical indicators affecting children’s well-being, including …

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Arrest Report for Marion County Jan. 18

  ALLEN, GARRY L   Age: 30 Class:     Race/Sex: B/M      Intake Date: 01/16/2026 07:50 AM    City: CHATTANOOGA    Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE    Arrested By Officer: KPD ADAMS    Release Date:     Charge Bond SHOPLIFTING 0   BARTLETT, JAMES A   Age: 31 Class:     …

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Marion County Arrest Report for Jan. 14

BODINE, JOSHUA L   Age: 32 Class:     Race/Sex: W/M     Intake Date: 01/11/2026 01:45 AM   City: YULEE   Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL   Arrested By Officer: THP FUGATT   Release Date: 01/11/2026 02:48 PM Charge Bond DUI 35000 IMPLIED CONSENT LAW 0 SIMPLE POSSESSION SCHEDULE VI 0 DRUG PARAPHERNALIA …

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13 Local Football Players Named All-State

The 2025 Tennessee Sports Writers Association All-State football team includes 9 South Pittsburg Pirates, 3 Marion County Warriors and 1 Grundy County Yellow Jacket. Class 1A OFFENSE QB – Cole Brown, McKenzie* QB – Caden Jones, South Pittsburg, Sr. QB – Nolan Adams, Clay County, Sr. RB – Jaiden Bunch, Coalfield* RB – Ja’Mychal Buckner, …

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Tennessee Unemployment Rate Drops Slightly

Tennessee began the busy 2025 holiday season in November with more people in the workforce than the previous year, according to newly released data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. The seasonally adjusted statewide unemployment rate for November 2025 dropped by one-tenth of a percentage point, to 3.6%, compared with the 2024 …

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