The South Pittsburg Pirates improved to 4-0 behind not only a stellar defense but the scoring of Jamarion Farrior. The senior scored 3 times in the 29-7 win over the previously unbeaten Sequatchie County Indians (3-1). Sam Evitts hit Hunter Minton for Sequatchie County’s only touchdown. South Pittsburg will host Lookout Valley on Friday, and …
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s is Saturday in Dunlap
Join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by joining the walk and Dunlap on Saturday, September 9th. The event will take place at Harris Park; it’s a two (2) mile walk. Registration begins at 8:00 AM, and the walk starts at 9 AM. You can register online at act.alz.org/ dunlap. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End …
September is National Preparedness Month
Gov. Bill Lee and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) are recognizing September 2023 as National Preparedness Month and urging Tennesseans to get prepared for disasters. “National Preparedness Month is an opportunity to renew our commitment to emergency preparedness in homes, businesses, and communities across Tennessee,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “Whether facing flooding, severe storms, …
Annual Fall Festival and Cruise-In on October 7th
The Pikeville-Bledsoe County Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to their Annual Fall Festival and Cruise-In on October 7th. Enjoy family fun with an impressive display of craft & food vendors, a kids zone, live music by Carrie Hassler and Chris Hennesse, and more, all in Historic Downtown Pikeville.
Tennessee School Boards Association Honors Local Student, Volunteer and Board Members
The Tennessee School Boards Association (TSBA) hosted the Southeast Fall District Meeting at Cleveland High School in Cleveland on August 31. “TSBA’s Fall District Meetings provide our staff the opportunity to speak with our members and listen to their concerns on multiple topics. This allows us to advocate effectively on their behalf while providing them …
Attention SVEC Members
SVEC wants to inform its members about potential drone activity in certain service areas. Their right-of-way team is working closely with TVPPA using drones to get in-depth images of their denser areas. These areas will include Jasper Mountain, Coppinger Cove, and Mullins Cove. Please do not be alarmed if you see one of these drones; …
Cruise-In Sept. 30 at the South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a Cruise-In on September 30, 2023 10 am to 3 pm. Jump in your ride and head to the South Pittsburg Mountain Fire Dept. Any hot rods, cars, and trucks are welcome. Bring your Ferrari, mom’s Buick, that old jalopy, your rock crawler! South Pittsburg Mountain Volunteer …
Letter to the Editor: From Darkness to Hope: Suicide Prevention Efforts and Recognizing Those at Risk
September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Month. During this time, we turn our attention to the ongoing fight against mental illness and the causes that may lead someone to take their own life. Suicide is most often the result of psychological, environmental, and social factors. Mental health conditions can elevate the risk. Still, it is …
2023 Labor Day Marks Final Major Summer Holiday Boating Weekend
The Labor Day holiday, Sept. 2-4, is the final major weekend of the 2023 summer boating season. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is emphasizing the use of life jackets while boating in a safe and responsible manner. The TWRA wants all those who visit the waterways to have an enjoyable time. However, TWRA officers will …



