The TSSAA BlueCross Bowl state football championship games for two local teams are set to begin. South Pittsburg plays MASE at 2 p.m. CT on Friday, and Marion County battles Milan on Saturday with kickoff at 2 p.m. CT. If you can’t attend the games, The River 104.9 will provide live play-by-play of both contests. …
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iPhone Phishing Scam Hits the Area
A new phishing scam is targeting iPhone users in Marion County and possibly other areas. The Marion County Sheriff’s Department says if you receive a text message like the one shown in the image at SvalleyNews.com, DO NOT click on the link to “unlock your account.” This could give scammers access to all your personal …
Help Needed for the Jasper Christmas Parade
New Beginnings Church is asking for the public’s help with the Town of Jasper Christmas Parade on December 14. You can help manage the floats in the parade. They need 20 people stationed around the square to ensure children don’t get in front of the floats. If you would like to help, please get in …
Get Your Free Flu Shot at the Health Department
The Tennessee Department of Health shared locations across all 95 counties where Tennesseans can receive a free flu vaccine to protect themselves against getting or spreading the virus. All county health departments in Tennessee provide free flu vaccines to the public, with hours and location information available at health.tn.gov/local. All six months and older Tennesseans are …
Motor Vehicle Burglaries and Stolen Car Reported in South Pittsburg
On Tuesday night, South Pittsburg experienced a troubling spike in motor vehicle burglaries, including a stolen car. As we enter this season, thefts often rise, with thieves targeting valuables like guns, cash, and Christmas gifts. To protect yourself and your belongings, the Marion County Sheriff’s Department asks you to please remember: **Don’t leave items in …
Hunting and Fishing Licenses Could Increase 28 Percent
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission (TFWC) will vote on an increase in the price of hunting and fishing licenses, as well as boat registration fees, at its final 2024 meeting to be held Thursday and Friday in Memphis (Dec. 5-6) at the Ducks Unlimited National Headquarters. Committee meetings begin Thursday, Dec. 5, at 1 …
Christmas for Kids Roadblock is Saturday in Jasper
This Saturday, December 6, Marion County Sheriff’s Department personnel will be in Jasper on the square from 8 a.m. to noon to accept toys, cash, shoes, and checks for the Christmas for Kids program. Please give if possible so Christmas cheer is available to those in need. The department appreciates the wonderful support of our …
Marion County Sheriff’s Issues Law Information about Proper Care of Pets
The Marion County Sheriff’s information concerning animal cruelty and required proper care of your pets. Per Tennessee Law, pets must have food, water, and shelter. Pets also must be provided with shade in the heat and warmth in the cold. Present law provides that a person commits the offense of cruelty to animals, a Class …
Marion County Vehicle Sale is December 14
Marion County Sheriff’s Department will hold a vehicle auction on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The auction will start at 9 a.m. CST, and the viewing will begin at 8 a.m. CST. The auction will be held at The Lawson Building, 300 Ridley Drive. The vehicles will be sold as is, and CASH ONLY will be …



