Drivers traveling near I-24 East and West in Marion County are encouraged to be aware of maintenance activities that will have an impact on traffic. Currently the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews are closing the left lane on I-24 East and West from mile marker 140.6 to mile marker 166.4 for vegetation removal. Nightly closures will occur Sunday …
Tennessee American Water is asking customers who reside in Whitwell and Powells Crossroads to assist the water utility by self-identifying and reporting the material of the portion of pipe that connects the water meter to customer homes or businesses. This effort supports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, which requires all …
 AVINU, ARAEL E Age: 39 Class: Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 03/24/2026 10:14 PM City: SOUTH PITTSBURG Arrested By Department: JASPER POLICE DEPARTMENT Arrested By Officer: N SMITH Release Date: 03/25/2026 10:55 AM  Charge Bond RESISTING STOP, ARREST 3500  DOUGLAS, MARK A Age: …
As gas prices spike across Tennessee, some Democrats have called for a gas and diesel tax holiday to ease the pain at the pump but getting it passed will require cooperation from the Republican supermajority, which ultimately controls the budget. According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of gas in the Volunteer State has increased …
Tennessee students may soon have the opportunity to earn academic credit for completing hunter safety education. If approved, new legislation would enable schools to offer hunter education courses to students in grades 5 through 12, integrated within physical education, health, or safety curricula. The proposed bills are pending final approval from Governor Bill Lee. Upon …
Fire danger is heating up across Tennessee. If you’re planning to burn debris like leaves or branches this weekend, we urge you to be extra cautious. And of course, don’t forget to obtain a burn permit! In Tennessee, a burn permit is required during wildfire season to help ensure everyone practices safe burning methods. It’s …
 BETTIS, WILLIAM E Age: 70 Class: Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 03/20/2026 11:05 AM City: SEQUATCHIE Arrested By Department: MARION COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE Arrested By Officer: J.SULLIVAN Release Date:  Charge Bond VIOLATION OF PROBATION (GS) 0  BROWN, MICHAEL D Age: 41 Class: …
Area police have been made aware of a new round of scams going around via direct text message with an official-looking court notice (shown below) asking for payment or you will be fined and penalized. THIS IS FAKE! Do not click on any links, scan the QR code, or pay anything through these links. If …
The Tennessee Senate passed a bill allowing schools to display historical documents such as the Ten Commandments, sparking debate along party lines. Republicans view the Ten Commandments as historically significant, while Democrats argue the bill blurs church-state boundaries. SB 0303 permits schools to display documents like the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and state …
 ADCOCK, JAMES C Age: 47 Class: Race/Sex: W/M Intake Date: 03/18/2026 02:21 PM City: BRYAN Arrested By Department: NEW HOPE POLICE DEPT Arrested By Officer: T.HOBBS Release Date:  Charge Bond DRIVING ON REVOKED SUSPENDED LICENSE 2000  ALBAN, JONATHAN B Age: 39 …
