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
 BERRY, CAELAN A Age: 22 Class: NON SENTENCED Race/Sex: H/M Intake Date: 04/30/2026 10:57 PM City: SHELBYVILLE Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL Arrested By Officer: THP SUMMERS Release Date: 05/01/2026 01:55 AM  Charge Bond DRIVING ON REVOKED SUSPENDED LICENSE 1500  BORNE, JESSICA R …
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 …
On Wednesday, April 29,2026, Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a lost hiker at Little Cedar Mtn Hiking trail. Thirteen men responded and search and rescue began the operation. After searching for over an hour, additional aide was called. Jasper Fire, and Marion County Rescue reported to the area. Citizen Billy Farrow took two firemen …
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. …
 BECHTEL, KENTEN L Age: 23 Class: DETAINEE Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 04/26/2026 05:44 PM City: LYNCHBURG Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE Arrested By Officer: H.ROLLINS Release Date:  Charge Bond VIOLATION OF PROBATION (CIRCUIT) 0  BOWENS, LAIKEN J Age: 21 Class: …
Goodwill is hosting a hiring event on Thursday, April 30 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Goodwill store at 361 Kimball Crossing Drive in Kimball. The event will offer participants the opportunity to have an on-site interview for positions at the Goodwill store and donation center. “We offer full-time team members a generous …
 CAGLE, FRED J III Age: 37 Class: Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 04/25/2026 09:26 PM City: HIXSON Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL Arrested By Officer: T. TRUSSELL Release Date: 04/26/2026 06:35 AM  Charge Bond DETENTION WITHOUT WARRANT MENTAL EVALUAT 0  CHAPMAN, KIMBERLY A …
