A proposal to raise ticket prices for Marion County high school sports prompted widespread concern over the weekend. However, the school system has clarified that students will still be able to attend varsity football games at a reduced rate. The confusion started after Whitwell High School posted new athletic admission prices, indicating that both adults …
The Tennessee Department of Health is reminding all Tennesseans to take simple and preventive steps to avoid mosquito-borne and tick-borne diseases. For most people a tick or mosquito bite will only cause local skin irritation or possibly mild, flu-like symptoms, but some people can have a serious illness with major consequences like severe pain, long-term or permanent …
On Saturday night in Franklin, TN, Travis Hickman, owner of WEPG and WSDQ became a certified member of Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame. Longtime WRCB-TV host and former WEPG DJ David Carroll introduced Hickman. Back in May of this year, Travis received the surprise announcement during WEPG’s longtime “Swap & Shop” program when Tennessee Radio Hall of …
Unlike the statewide rate, county rates are not adjusted to account for seasonal impacts on employment. Unemployment rates increased from May to June in 94 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Maury County was the lone exception; its rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point. Eighty-four counties reported unemployment rates of less than 5%. The remaining 11 …
Early voting is now open to voters through Saturday, Aug. 1. Election Day is Thursday, Aug. 6. Registered voters can find polling locations and hours, view sample ballots and check their voter registration status by downloading the free GoVoteTN app or visiting GoVoteTN.gov. Early voting began on Friday and after 5 days of casting ballots. After …
The following arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 7/23/2026. DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now Facebook page or SValleyNow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence …
We know parents get exhausted. A new parent tired is a whole different level. But falling asleep on the couch or in a chair with your baby is one of the most dangerous situations for a newborn. The Tennessee Department of Health reminds parents that soft surfaces, loose cushions, and the risk of rolling make …
More than 130 years ago, Erlanger was founded through an extraordinary gift that reflected a belief in our community and its potential, and today we are making another investment in our future. Today, from that position of strength, we are announcing that Erlanger has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to enter into a strategic …
Fire and Rescue responded at approximately 1:25 Monday afternoon to a pickup truck fire on Highway 156. Officials report the vehicle was fully involved upon arrival and was ultimately deemed a total loss. No injuries were reported. The owner of the vehicle’s name was not released.Â
Get ready to save! It’s almost time for Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday for back-to-school essentials. This year, the sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2026, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2026. Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday has been in place for two decades. The first annual sales tax holiday …
