This week, a brief display error on the state’s GoVoteTN website led to confusion among some Marion County voters. Outdated early voting information from the November 5, 2024, General Election appeared without the accompanying year. The omission caused some residents to believe early voting opportunities were currently available when, in fact, there are no elections …
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It’s TIME to Fall Back
It’s almost the time of year to turn back the clocks, meaning less daylight during the day. Thanks to Daylight Saving Time, or DST, ending, people across the US, including in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina, will “fall back” an hour over the weekend. At 2:00 am on Sunday, November 2, you must turn …
Chris Webb Announces Candidacy for Marion County Sheriff
Veteran law enforcement officer brings 30 years of experience and leadership to open Sheriff race. Longtime law enforcement officer Chris Webb has officially announced his candidacy for Marion County Sheriff. In his announcement video, Webb stated he knows what real leadership looks like and will give deputies what they need to achieve success. If elected, …
Record Setting Graduation Rates in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Education has announced the 2024-25 statewide graduation rate is 92.3 percent, breaking the previous record achieved in the 2023-24 school year at 92.1 percent. 1,892 more students graduated in the 2025 cohort compared to last year, for a total of 69,124 students graduating across the state. Bledsoe County High School 93.9% Grundy County High School 90.2% Marion County High School 92.7% South …
Deadline for Applying for Tennessee Promise Scholarship is Monday
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) encourages all high school seniors to apply for the Tennessee Promise scholarship before the November 3 deadline. Tennessee Promise is a last-dollar scholarship that covers tuition and mandatory fees not already paid by the Pell Grant, HOPE Scholarship, or Tennessee Student Assistance Award. Students may use the Tennessee Promise scholarship at …
This Week’s Radio Coverage of High School Football
The Marion County Warriors travel to York Institute on Thursday for the final regular-season game before hosting the first round of the playoffs. You can hear the game on The River 104.9, AM 910, or www.theriver1049.com. Sequatchie County (7-2/4-0), the Region 4 Class 3A champs, will play at Giles County this Friday. The game can be …
Former Chief is New Police Chief in Whitwell
Cory Cleek was officially hired as the new Whitwell Police Department chief during last week’s city board meeting. The Board of Mayor & Commissioners hired Cleek as the city’s newest police chief after former Chief David Boyd resigned in September. Cleek had been serving as Whitwell’s interim chief. Cleek served as police chief in Whitwell …
Friday Night Football Recap
Marion County 33, Cascade 0: Marion County’s defense allowed only 75 total yards and did not give up a touchdown for the sixth time this season. Brett Webb recorded 152 total yards, including 85 rushing. Mason Mays ran for 56 yards and scored two touchdowns, while Ashton Martin added 66 rushing yards and one touchdown, …
Jasper’s Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree is Saturday
The Town of Jasper 2025 Joshua Jennings Jack O Lantern Jamboree will be held this Saturday, October 25, from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. The Town of Jasper will host this free, safe, family-friendly event around the downtown square. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, Petting Zoo, Games, and great food. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. …
Upcoming Sobriety Checkpoints in Marion County
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting Sobriety Checkpoints in Marion County on the following dates: Date: November 7, 2025 Time: 9:00 PM Location: SR 108 @ Pocket Rd. Date: November 21, 2025 Time: 9:00 PM Location: State Highway 27 @ Tanner Trail The scheduled checkpoints are contingent upon manpower and weather conditions.


