DUNLAP, Tenn. — Republican gubernatorial candidate John Rose is scheduled to visit Sequatchie County this week as part of his statewide campaign. The Sequatchie County-Dunlap Chamber of Commerce announced that Rose will make a stop during his “Tennessee True Tailgate Tour” on Friday, July 31, at 2:30 p.m. CDT at the Citizens Tri-County Bank Training …
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Sequatchie Valley Conservatives Hosting Candidate Forum in Dunlap June 13
DUNLAP, Tenn. — Voters in Sequatchie County and surrounding communities will have an opportunity to meet candidates seeking public office during an upcoming community event hosted by the Sequatchie Valley Conservatives. The organization has announced its “Spotlight on the Candidates” event, scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Dunlap. Organizers say the event is designed …
Poll Results for Marion County Mayor and Newest Poll
Our weekly poll at www.svalleynow.com is complete. The unofficial poll concerned the selection for Mayor of Marion County. Travis Layne won the unofficial vote with 27% followed by Incumbent David Jackson 24%, Daniel Carter 23%, Tom Hudson 11%, Larry Montegue (10) 5%, Tim Brooks (9) 5%, Patrick Childs 4%, and Benjamin Shankles 2% Our current …
Layne Announces Campaign for Marion County Mayor
My name is Travis Layne, and I’m running for County Mayor because I believe our County deserves leadership that listens and puts people first. As Mayor, I will lead with integrity, honesty, transparency, and accountability. I believe in being accessible, showing up in our communities, and working side by side with families to address real …
Anthony Gamble Announces Candidacy for Marion County Sheriff
Anthony Gamble, a dedicated 32-year veteran of local law enforcement, officially announces his campaign for Marion County Sheriff in the upcoming 2026 election. Sheriff Bo Burnett has announced he will not seek re-election. Drawing on the majority of his law enforcement career serving with the Marion County Sheriff’s department and currently in leadership as a …
Poll finds Trump’s felony conviction boosts his popularity in Tennessee
In Tennessee, Donald Trump is the preferable candidate over Joe Biden in this November’s presidential election, according to a new poll conducted by a watchdog group. This comes despite the former president’s recent felony conviction. According to a report from WZTV in Nashville, the Beacon Center of Tennessee found Trump’s hush money guilty verdict made …




