The South Pittsburg Pirate golf team finished runner-up in the region tournament on Wednesday. Signal Mountain won the team championship. Pirate Zach Tierney qualified for the TSSAA State Tournament on October 12 and 13 at the Sevierville Golf Club. Spectator tickets are $12 per day if purchased in advance on GoFan $15 per day if purchased …
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Fun Fall Events in Marion County
Here are a couple of special Fall events taking place in Marion County. October 14th, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the courthouse square in Jasper, there will be a Halloween-themed market with family fun. This will include the chili cook-off. Visit the Marion County Market’s Facebook page for more information. The Ketner’s Mill …
Marion County Chamber Fall Decorating Contest
The Marion County Chamber of Commerce will have a Fall decorating contest. Any chamber member business can participate by sending in a picture of your business’s Fall outdoor decorating by November 30. Only one business will win the $200 prize. The winner will be announced at the Marion County Chamber networking event in December.
Pikeville-Bledsoe Fall Festival is Saturday
The 2023 Pikeville-Bledsoe Fall Festival will take place this Saturday, October 7, 2023. Come celebrate Fall in the beautiful Sequatchie Valley with great food, fun, and entertainment. Admission and parking is Free. Please join in supporting the Bledsoe County Food Bank. Bring non-perishable foods and drop them off in the food bins in the middle …
Free ACT Retake Opportunities Available for All Tennessee High School Seniors
On Tuesday, the Tennessee Department of Education highlighted the free ACT retake opportunity for public high school seniors in Tennessee to boost their scores on the ACT college entrance exam. Tennessee leads the nation in ACT access, offering public high school students the opportunity to take the ACT two times for free during normal school …
New Recovery Court in Twelfth Judicial District
The Twelfth Judicial District of Tennessee trial judges are honored to announce the launch of a new and improved district-wide Recovery Court. “We are fortunate to work in partnership with the Southeast Tennessee Human Resource Agency to implement and administer this newly expanded program,” Circuit Court Judge Justin Angel said. The district comprises Bledsoe, Sequatchie, …
Grundy County Authorities Searching Theft Suspect
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your assistance regarding a theft that occurred between Friday Night, 9/29/23, and 10/1/23 on Bass Layne Road Gruetli Laager. While a family was mourning the loss of a loved one and making the necessary arrangements, someone stole a new tractor plow red in color, an 8-foot utility …
Over 1,000 People have Died in Car Crashes So Far This Year in Tennessee
Multiple lives have been claimed in traffic crashes this year in Tennessee. This year, the number of fatal crashes has amounted to at least 1,005 lives lost on Tennessee’s roadways. Another 3,661 people have been seriously injured in crashes this year. At this same time last year, 980 people had died on Tennessee roadways.
Local Judge Receives Award
Judge Justin Angel, who serves the Twelfth Judicial District, was named a “Champion for Families” by Family Reunion for his dedication and leadership. The Twelfth Judicial District includes Bledsoe, Franklin, Grundy, Marion, Rhea, and Sequatchie counties. Angel was recognized for his tireless dedication and strong leadership on the issues that Tennessee families care most about, which is …
Marion County Fire Prevention Day is this Saturday
The Marion County Fire Prevention Day will be held at the old Jasper Elementary School this Saturday, October 7th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Come meet your local firefighters and see the tools and vehicles they use to keep you safe. Drop by and sign up for free fire alarm installations from your local …


