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Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship Application Deadline Extended

The deadline for Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship applications has been extended. The new deadline to apply is Friday, February 6 at 4:00pm central time. Sen. Marsha Blackburn said the extension is due to the recent winter storm that impacted Tennessee. Applications for the 2026-2027 school year’s Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship have already exceed the amount …

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Unemployment Rates Drop in Most Tennessee Counties

All but four Tennessee counties recorded unemployment rates below 5% in December, according to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Ninety-one counties reported unemployment rates below 5%, while the other four counties had rates of 5% or greater, with the highest rate at 5.7%. Unemployment rates decreased from November to …

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Cook-Off and Arts and Crafts Applications for National Cornbread Festival Available Now

Applications for the The National Cornbread Festival 29th Annual Cornbread Cook-off are open! Each year the search is on for the nation’s best original main dish cornbread recipes. The winner receives the coveted skillet crown and $5,000! Sign up at this link: https://form.jotform.com/253454469454163 The deadline to submit your application to be one of the Arts …

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Marion County Arrest Report Jan. 28

  BORRALLES-LOPEZ, CRYSTAL G   Age: 44 Class: NON SENTENCED    Race/Sex: W/F      Intake Date: 01/28/2026 08:48 AM    City: WILDWOOD    Arrested By Department: SOUTH PITTSBURG POLICE DEPT    Arrested By Officer:     Release Date:     Charge Bond FAILURE TO APPEAR SESSIONS 5000 FAILURE TO APPEAR SESSIONS 0   GREEN, …

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It’s Identity Theft Awareness Week

This is Identity Theft Awareness Week. This is a great time to learn how to safeguard your personal information and share tips with family and friends. Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information to open accounts, file fake health insurance claims, or even steal your tax refund. It can quickly turn into a …

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Marion County Arrest Report for Jan. 26

BROWN, JAKARI L   Age: 36 Class:     Race/Sex: B/M     Intake Date: 01/23/2026 07:16 PM   City: BRENTWOOD   Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL   Arrested By Officer: J. MALONE   Release Date: 01/23/2026 11:53 PM Charge Bond HOLDING FOR ANOTHER AGENCY 0 FITZ-GERALD, ZACHARY D   Age: 36 Class:   …

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President Trump Approves Emergency Declaration for Tennessee

FEMA has announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Tennessee to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from a severe winter storm beginning on January 22, 2026, and continuing. The President’s action authorizes FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency …

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The War and Treaty to perform in South Pittsburg

Don’t miss CMA, ACM, and GRAMMY nominated powerhouse duo, The War and Treaty with special guest Hannah Dasher as they take the stage for The National Cornbread Festival Preheat Party at The Princess Theatre! Princess Insiders Presale begins Thursday at 10:00 am CT. Sign up for access at: https://forms.gle/YS8XfFJw8oKtL1edA General On sale Friday at 10:00 …

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Two Important Programs from Haletown Fire and Rescue

The Haletown Fire and Rescue is participating in two Federal programs. One is the free to the public smoke alarms. Each home is qualified to received up to 6 smoke alarms. These alarms have 10-year batteries and are installed by our firemen. All you do is sign, that they were installed. Second: is the “Close …

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Child Poverty Rate Down in Tennessee

Tennessee has achieved notable progress in reducing child poverty over the past decade; however, nearly 20 percent of children in the state continue to live in poverty, according to the most recent State of the Child report. Published by the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth, the report examines critical indicators affecting children’s well-being, including …

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