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Road Construction Update for Marion, Grundy and Sequatchie Counties

GRUNDY COUNTY I-24 Utility Work both directions at MM 134: Law Enforcement assisted rolling roadblock on I-24 starting eastbound in Coffee County at MM 123 and westbound in Marion Country at MM145. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 06/23/24 from 6:00 am to 7:00 am, …

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Postal Truck Fire at Loves Travel Stop in Jasper

On Monday, at 4:45 PM the Jasper Fire Department and the Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to a truck fire at Loves Travel Stop. A Unites States Postal Service semi-truck was on fire when the departments arrived at Loves Travel Stop just off Interstate 24. Firemen began to aggressively battle the fire and extinguished the …

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Marion County Sheriff’s Department Helps to Retrieve Sinking Boat

On Monday, June 17 the Marion County Sheriff’s Department Dive Team and Boat Team responded to the Tennessee River near Hales Bar Marina to help with a half sunken boat. The Dive Team and Boat Team successfully utilized their training by working together and using the inflatable air bags to lift the boat and remove …

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Tree Falls on Interstate 24

On Sunday night at 10:23 PM CST Haletown Volunteer Fire Department responded to I-24 eastbound MM 161 for a multi-vehicle accident involving a tree fallen on the interstate. Haletown Fire, TDOT, and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office worked together to clear the crashes, then clear the tree from the road. One victim was transported by …

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Department of Safety and Homeland Security Releases Video Encouraging Safe Storage of Firearms; Offers Free Cable Gun Locks

The Department of Safety and Homeland Security is offering free 15-inch cable locks that secure most shotguns, rifles, pistols, and revolvers. The cable lock works by running through the barrel or action of the firearm preventing it from being fired. The rubber coating on the cable helps to protect the firearm. The cable lock has …

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Tennessee Tax Free Weekend Set for Late July

Tennessee’s traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies and computers begin at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024. During this time clothing, school supplies and computers may be purchased tax-free.  Certain restrictions apply.  Items sold online are also eligible.  Items must be purchased …

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Clarifying Information on the Opening of the Jasper Middle School

Principal Dr. Heath Thacker of Jasper Middle School needs to clarify some information that was reported by one local media outlet. It was not Sequatchie Valley Now. Since Marion County Schools broke ground on the new Jasper Middle school in October of 2022 there have been only two scenarios for them moving into the new …

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Road Construction Update: Some Work begins on Sunday Night

MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Maintenance eastbound from MM 134.3 to MM 142: Night work paving various spots on the Interstate. Work will begin 6/9/2024 starting 6pm -6am Work will begin 6/10/2024 6pm -6am Work will begin 6/11/2024 6pm -6am MARION COUNTY I-24 (US-64) rockfall mitigation westbound between MM 136.2 and MM 140.3: The contractor will be running …

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Magic Box Theater Opening in South Pittsburg

Jerry White and the Magic Box Theater are set to become a bright shining star in South Pittsburg, Tennessee. Jerry’s inventive and creative approach to magic is nothing short of extraordinary. Each performance is a delightful blend of wonder and innovation, leaving audiences spellbound and yearning for more. The Magic Box Theater, with its enchanting …

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Summer EBT Program is Ready to Help

Summer EBT offers nutrition benefits to children in need during months when school meals are not available. Tennessee children who participated in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Families First (TANF), TennCare (Medicaid), or National School Lunch Program (NSLP) are automatically enrolled to receive Summer EBT. Tennessee parents can also apply for benefits based on …

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