The Judge David Campbell Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Chapter Regent, Samantha Green, was proud to present the chapter’s donation of a framed, signed, and numbered reproduction of “Patriot’s Farewell” to Marion County Mayor David Jackson for display in the Marion County Courthouse. The framed artwork is captioned “Presented to the people …
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Special Meeting at Orme City Hall
A special meeting has been called for the City of Orme. On July 10, at 6 pm, Orme City officials will meet over concerns about Orme Mtn. Road. Some county commissioners plan to attend the meeting as well. Everyone is invited to come and voice their concerns about the danger of the road. Orme city …
Look before You Lock; Save a Child’s Life
As summer temperatures soar to the 90s and 100s, Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett wants to remind Tennesseans of the free “Baby in the Back” car hangtag program. On days with extreme heat, temperatures inside a parked car can quickly reach 140 degrees. “The Baby in the Back program can make all the difference …
Marion County Authorities Searching for Man due to Fraud Investigation
The Marion County Sheriff’s Department requests the public’s assistance identifying the man pictured inside this story at svalleynow.com. This person of interest is the subject of an ongoing fraud investigation and possible mailbox thefts in the area. If you know who this subject is, call Marion County Dispatch at 423-942-2525.
Marion County Teacher Named as Finalist for Tennessee Teacher of the Year
On Wednesday, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the nine finalists for the 2025-26 Tennessee Teacher of the Year award. The nine finalists represent each of the state’s eight Center of Regional Excellence (CORE) areas and the Shelby County-Municipal area. The 2025-26 Tennessee Teacher of the Year and three winners for each grand division will …
Many New Laws in Tennessee
List of New Tennessee Laws that took effect on July 1 in the Volunteer State: Education: Restricting cell phones in schools: The measure requires school boards and governing bodies of public charter schools to create policies preventing students from using cell phones, tablets smartwatches or other wireless communication devices during instructional time. There are exceptions …
Letter to the Editor from the Marion County Library Board
To Community Leaders and Interested Citizens, The Marion County Library Board of Trustees (MCLB) operates as a chartered nonprofit 901-3-C organization and abides by TN Annotated Chapter 10 and is not an advisory board. The organization has existed for approximately 50 years and has been responsible for the administration of the three libraries in Marion …
Area Independence Day Celebrations
Come celebrate Independence Day on July 4 this Friday in South Pittsburg, TN, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Tower Bank Stage. There will be fun activities for all ages, including Karaoke, inflatables, games, and free hot dogs and chips. The City of South Pittsburg’s annual fireworks display starts at 9. The River 104.9 …
Area County Unemployment Rates for May 2025
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) has announced that every Tennessee county recorded an unemployment rate of 5% or less in May. Ninety-four of the state’s 95 counties had unemployment rates below 5%, and one county — Hardeman County in southwestern Tennessee — had a rate of 5%. Unemployment rates decreased from …
2025 Operation Dry Water Set for July 4th Holiday Period in Tennessee
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is once again participating in Operation Dry Water (ODW), a year-round boating under the influence (BUI) and enforcement campaign. ODW’s heightened awareness and enforcement annually takes place around the July 4th holiday and this year is July 4-6. The July 4th holiday means an increase in boater activity, and the TWRA …


