SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — The City of South Pittsburg Board of Mayor and Commissioners has scheduled a special called meeting for Wednesday, June 17, at 4 p.m. CDT at the Senior Citizens Activity Center on Elm Avenue to consider several budgetary and contractual matters. According to the published agenda, city leaders will consider Resolution 1061, …
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — Six outstanding students from across the Sequatchie Valley region are on their way to the nation’s capital as part of the 2026 Washington Youth Tour, sponsored by Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) and SVEConnect, and other local cooperatives around the country. The students earned the opportunity through SVEC’s annual Washington Youth …
JASPER, Tenn. — The Marion County Board of Education and school district is continuing its search for educators, support staff, transportation personnel, and coaches as preparations continue for the upcoming school year. According to the Marion County Board of Education’s latest employment listing, openings are available across elementary, middle, and high school levels throughout the …
Here’s a recording of the City of South Pittsburg’s monthly meeting for June 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
Drivers across the Tennessee Valley are seeing some welcome relief at the pump as gasoline prices continue to decline. According to GasBuddy.com, the average price of regular gasoline in the Chattanooga area has fallen by 26.1 cents per gallon over the past week, with the metro average now sitting at approximately $3.67 per gallon with …
Once again, Manchester, Tennessee, will host the annual Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, which is one of the most popular live music events in the country. Since 2002, the event has featured a diverse assortment of performers on a 700-acre Middle Tennessee farm that becomes the temporary home for thousands from across the country. Over …
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UPDATE — 6/8/26 @ 11:44am: The Marion County Sheriff’s Department says a missing 16-year-old who was the subject of a public search has been located safe and sound. According to the sheriff’s department, the teen has been found and is safe. Authorities announced the update Monday and thanked the public for its assistance and concern …
SOUTH PITTSBURG, Tenn. — Following up on a story we brought you previously, South Pittsburg’s patriotic spirit was on full display Saturday as contestants from across the region competed in the 2026 Mr. and Miss Liberty Pageant, part of the city’s ongoing celebration of America’s 250th Birthday. The pageant, held as part of the community’s …
Residents looking for creative opportunities this summer will have several chances to get involved through upcoming programs at Arts in the Burg in South Pittsburg. According to a recent announcement, Arts in the Burg has scheduled a variety of summer camps and hands-on workshops throughout June for children and adults interested in arts and crafts. …
