On Wednesday, Marion County detectives were informed of explosives inside the city of Whitwell. The Chattanooga Bomb Squad was called in. The bomb squad decided to use United Stones rock yard to properly dispose of the explosives, as the explosives were old and unstable. Due to their instability, they did not believe transporting them to …
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Two Local Groups Receive Museum Grants
The Tennessee State Museum has announced the recipients of grants from the 2024-25 Capital Maintenance and Improvements program from the State of Tennessee, as administered through the Museum. The funding came from $5 million the Tennessee General Assembly made available in the 2024-2025 Appropriations Act “for the sole purpose of providing grants to museums with a …
Want to be a Volunteer Fireman?
The Jasper Highlands Fire Department will offer the 16-hour Introduction to Fire & Emergency Services course on Wednesday nights and Saturday mornings starting on 11/6/24 and ending on 11/16/24. If you are interested in attending, please contact Chief Lowell Hardin (lowell@jasperhighlandsfd.com). Have a non-emergency question? Facebook Message us or email Jasper Highlands Fire Department at …
New Jasper Middle School Open House
All current students and families are invited to the Open House at the new Jasper Middle School on Monday, October 21st, 2024. The school is located at 15 Highway 150 in Jasper. 5th and 7th Grades will tour from 5:00 PM-6:00 PM 6th and 8th Grades will tour from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Students will be …
Notice of Temporary Use of Junk Cars for Jasper Highlands Fire Department Training
This week, a couple of junked cars will be at Station One of the Jasper Highlands Fire Department in the dog park parking lot, where they will remain for a few days. These junkers will be used in vehicle extrication training on Saturday, October 19th. Jasper Highlands Fire Department will use its extrication cutters, spreaders, …
Early Voting Starts Wednesday
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 …
Former Jasper Officer Indicted, Accused of DUI and Possession of a Handgun While Intoxicated
On July 29th, at the request of 12th Judicial District Attorney General Courtney Lynch, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct involving a Jasper police officer. During the investigation, agents learned that on July 26th, Lillian Michele Lockhart (DOB: 9/12/95) reported for duty intoxicated. Further investigation revealed that while intoxicated, Lockhart responded to calls for …
Burn Permits Required in Tennessee Starting October 15
Tennesseans are reminded to remember burn safety measures as the state heads into its fire season. Starting October 15, debris burn permits for leaf and brush piles are required. Permits are free via the MyTN mobile app or online at www.BurnSafeTN.org. Online permits may be obtained daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. in Eastern and …
TDOT Road Construction Update Including Suck Creek Road
MARION COUNTY SR-27 (SUCK CREEK RD) TDOT Maintenance in both directions from LM 18.5 to LM 19:Â The road will be down to one lane due to shoulder failure. Repairs will start after Traffic Control is set up. Red lights will be in place on 10/14/2024. Traffic will be impacted north and southbound. The timeline for …
Tennesseans Warned About Donation Scams Claiming to Support Hurricane Victims
As northeast Tennessee continues to recover from Hurricane Helene’s devastating impacts, Secretary of State Tre Hargett wants to remind citizens to remain vigilant about potential scams claiming to support victims. “National data shows Tennesseans are among the most generous givers to charitable causes. However, too often, we see bad actors targeting the good faith and …



