Enrollment for the Marion County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) Christmas for Kids program is coming up in November. Families can enroll from Monday, November 3, until Monday, November 17. The following requirements must be met to enroll: You and your child (or children) must be citizens of Marion County Valid proof of identification Proof of income …
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Fall Fire Season Begins Wednesday
Other burn tips from the Tennessee Division of Forestry include: Notify your local fire department and neighbors to let them know your plans to burn Do NOT burn on windy days Stay abreast of changing weather conditions Establish wide control lines down to bare mineral soil at least five feet wide around burn piles Keep …
Road Construction Work in Marion County
MARION COUNTY I-24 from 156.4 to 160.2 resurfacing:Â The contractor will be performing resurfacing operations on I-24 EB and WB in Marion County from MM 156.4 East of SR-28 to MM 160.2 West of the Tennessee River. This work will require single lane closures, leaving one lane open in each direction each night worked. Resurfacing operations …
High School Football Recap for Games Played on October 10
The South Pittsburg Pirates scored four defensive touchdowns, three of which occurred in the first eight minutes. This resulted in a 49-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and contributed to their Region 3-1A victory. Brandon Goldsmith returned an interception for 38 yards, Jordan McClendon returned another interception for 28 yards, Taedyn Bibbs …
Fire Season is Approaching
With fire season approaching, we wanted to remind you that now is the best time to prepare. Taking proactive steps can help defend your home and community from wildfire before the embers fly. Simple actions like clearing debris from gutters, trimming tree branches near your home, and creating defensible space around your property can make …
Unemployment Rates Drop in Area Counties
According to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD), unemployment rates declined in every Tennessee county in August. All 95 counties saw their unemployment rates drop from July to August, while no county experienced a decline from June to July. Local county unemployment rates: Marion-5.3 in July, down to 4.1 …
High School Football Recap for Games Played on September 26
The South Pittsburg Pirates recovered six fumbles in the second half, improving to 4-1 and dropping Red Bank to 1-4. The Pirates beat the Lions 31-7. South Pittsburg senior Dayon Cooper carried the ball 21 times for 161 yards and two touchdowns. The Pirates will host Christian County, Ky, on Friday at Beene Stadium. The …
Area Road Construction
MARION COUNTY SR-156 bridge repair over the Tennessee River, LM 15.2:Â The contractor will perform painting operations and structural repairs on the SR-156 bridge over the Tennessee River in South Pittsburg. This work will require intermittent lane closures controlled by flaggers or a temporary traffic signal, leaving one lane open. Please use caution when driving through …
It’s Child Passenger Safety Week
This week is all about helping families keep kids safe on the road. Car seats can be tricky. In Tennessee, 58% of rear-facing seats are installed incorrectly. Let a certified tech help you get it right. Rear- or forward-facing, the rule stays the same: keep your child in their car seat until they reach the …


