Dollar General has announced plans to close several locations in 2025 due to decreasing consumer confidence. According to the company’s fourth-quarter and fiscal year 2024 report, 96 Dollar General store locations will be closed “in the first quarter” of the current fiscal year. The report also indicated that Dollar General’s fourth-quarter operating profit decreased by …
Due to predicted weather, on Saturday, March 15, TVA is postponing performing maintenance on its transmission line to the SVEC Brush Creek substation. The outage will now take place on Saturday, March 22, from approximately 12:30 AM to 4:30 AM, weather permitting. They anticipate this will cause an outage that will impact most of Sequatchie County and parts …
There have been reports of recent phone and internet scams involving Bitcoin machines. Scammers pose as law enforcement officers and tell victims that they have a warrant for their arrest. They then instruct the victims to go to a Bitcoin machine at a location of their choosing and deposit a predetermined amount of money or …
Daylight Saving Time will begin in the Tennessee Valley on Sunday, March 9, when clocks will “spring forward” an hour at 2 AM local time. AAA says the sudden sleep shift could take a toll on drivers: Common symptoms of drowsy driving include trouble keeping your eyes open and head up, drifting from your lane, …
A bipartisan bill seeks to regulate the vape industry and protect children in Tennessee. Some vape retailers have expressed concerns that this legislation may harm their businesses. The proposed law includes a universal carding requirement, a 10% tax on “open system” vape products where users add their own liquid, and a ban on products that …
The March 17 deadline for entry into the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency 2025-26 photo contest for publication in the Tennessee Wildlife annual calendar is quickly approaching. All interested photographers are invited to submit up to 10 of their best photos of wildlife species native to the Volunteer State. Hunting, fishing, and boating photos are also welcome. The …
A Wind Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Wednesday. Strong gusts may bring down trees and power lines. Downed Power Lines: What to Do: Always assume a downed power line is live and avoid the area. Do not remove debris or touch anything in contact with the line, like vehicles or tree branches. Report …
The Pikeville Police Department is searching for Brooke Ann Leon for charges including Escape, Theft, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please call Pikeville Police at 423-447-5555.
A new bipartisan bill, introduced on February 28, addresses the issue of Tennessee families providing regular caregiving without income. In March 2024, the Tennessee Department of Health reported that one in four adults in Tennessee cares for a friend or family member. The coalition recently worked with lawmakers to introduce a new bill that mandates …
Measles is a highly contagious virus that can spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Some southern states are dealing with a current outbreak, including a large number of cases in Texas. For protection, it is highly recommended that your child receives two doses of the MMR vaccine. Visit your local Tennessee Health Department …
