With just a few days left, early voting turnout in Tennessee has surpassed 30%. Early voting for the Nov. 5 General Election ends Oct. 31. On Friday, Oct. 25, the Tennessee Secretary of State’s office said 1,450,625 voters had cast their ballots in the Volunteer State. This surpasses 2016 numbers by 31% after the ninth day of early …
REGION 2 The installation of longitudinal cable barrier on various Interstate Routes:Â The contractor will have daytime shoulder closures on interstates throughout Region 2 in order to perform cable rail installation and project cleanup. For the foreseeable future, the majority of work will take place in Marion County from MM 162 to the Hamilton Co. line …
On Monday (Oct 21, 2024), at 4:28 p.m., Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire on Brindilene Drive. Upon arrival, the fire was already an acre-wide and picking up steam. Crews immediately cut a fire break around the entire fire, which contained the blaze and kept it from spreading. The Tennessee Division of …
Girl Scouts of the USA is doubling its annual membership fee over the next two years to reduce red ink. Dues will stay at $25 for the next year but rise to $45 for the 2026 membership year and $65 in 2027. Saturday, they voted to approve the two-step increase, which amounts to a $160% …
The first of two Tennessee young sportsman deer hunts for the 2024-25 season will be held the weekend of Oct. 26-27. Youth ages 6-16 may participate. They can use guns, muzzleloaders, or archery equipment. Young sportsmen must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult, 21 or older, who must remain positioned to take immediate control of …
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT)is rolling out a new patch in their Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT) litter prevention campaign. The new patch was created for Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts that conduct litter cleanups in their communities. Launched in 2023, the patch recognizes scouts for their efforts. Each scout will receive a “Nobody Trashes Tennessee” logo patch. …
According to data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Tennessee’s unemployment rate increased slightly last month but is still nearly 1 full percentage point below the national rate. The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3.2% in September, up one-tenth of a percentage point over the previous month. The state saw a …
The Town of Jasper 2024 Joshua Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will be held on Saturday, October 26, from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. Jasper Lions Club and the Town of Jasper host this free, safe, family-friendly event. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, Petting Zoo, Games, and great food. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. If you …
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department has announced that the Christmas for Kids application process will open on November 1 and close on November 20, 2024. Important Notes: If you have applied in the last 2 years, unfortunately, you will not be eligible this year. To apply, please visit the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, 5 N …
Voter registration for the upcoming Nov. 5 Election was wrapped up on Monday. Early voting begins on Oct. 16 and runs through Oct. 31. Check with your local election commission office for details. Find hours and polling locations, view sample ballots, and much more by downloading the Secretary of State’s free GoVoteTN app, or visiting GoVoteTN.gov. You’ll …
