Tennessee’s 2024-25 statewide gun hunting season for deer opens Saturday, Nov. 23. The season traditionally opens each year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. During gun season, sportsmen may also use muzzleloaders or archery equipment. The statewide bag limit for antlered bucks is two. No more than one antlered deer may be taken daily, not exceeding two …
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Warning for Tennesseans about Website Scammers Posing as Dealerships
The Office of the Tennessee Attorney General urges consumers to be aware of scam websites posing as classic car and heavy equipment dealerships. Even though scammers answer the phones, send videos, and even fake business licenses, consumers will be swindled out of their money if they fall for these scams. Leo’s Luxury Motors claimed to …
Tips for Holiday Travel
With the holiday season about to begin, the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is sharing tips for optimal travel. Following these tips will ensure safe travel, dispatchers say: Always know your location. Check your tire pressure. Keep your phone charged. Allow extra time to get to your destination. Don’t let your fuel level get too low.
It’s National Crash Responders Safety Week
In honor of National Crash Responders Safety Week, Tennessee leaders remind motorists about the ‘Move Over Law.’ Please stay alert for law enforcement and first responders working crashes in and along the roadway. Please slow down and move over. State employees’ safety depends on you.113 Tennessee Highway Patrol and TDOT employees have been killed in …
Shooting Investigation Continues in Whitwell
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, a shooting took place in Whitwell. When the police arrived at the scene, they observed the victim to be bleeding heavily from the left leg and the left hand. The victim advised that he had been shot by a black male, identified as Troy Walters. The victim was transported via …
One Local Team Falls Others Advance in State Football Playoffs
Five ball carriers for Marion combined for 214 yards and five touchdowns, led by Mason Mays’ 15 carries for 66 yards and two scores as the Warriors put away third-ranked East Robertson 49-18. Sam Pickett rushed for 58 yards on 11 carries, including a pair of touchdowns. Senior quarterback Tilton Pickett was 6-of-9 passing for …
Man Files Lawsuit Against Jasper Police Officers and Town Over Arrest
A Marion County resident, Jeremy Stacey, has taken legal action against two police officers, claiming they unjustly arrested him following a complaint from a neighbor regarding loose dogs. Stacey lodged the lawsuit at Chattanooga’s federal courthouse, naming the City of Jasper, former Officer Lillian Lockhart, and Officer Cody Pittman as defendants. In the lawsuit, Stacey …
New TSSAA District and Region Alignments for 2025-2027
The TSSAA has released their initial region and district alignments for the 2025-2027 cycle. Football: Region 3 Class 1-A Copper Basin High School (Copperhill, TN) Lookout Valley High School (Chattanooga, TN) Sale Creek High School (Sale Creek, TN) South Pittsburg High School (South Pittsburg, TN) Whitwell High School (Whitwell, TN) Region 3 Class 2-A Alvin C. York Institute (Jamestown, TN) …
Marion County Winery Wins Case Versus Tennessee’s Alcoholic Beverage Commission
In a recent legal battle, Lookout Winery in Marion County emerged victorious against Tennessee’s Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC). The winery, located in the quaint community of Guild, TN, challenged a $5,000 citation from the ABC for allegedly selling alcohol to a minor. The judge presiding over the case ruled in favor of Lookout Winery, citing …
Marion County K-3 Students Receive Books
Marion County Libraries has established a partnership with Room to Read focused on promoting literacy. Their goal is to place more books in local households. As a result, all Marion County students in grades K-3 have been provided with two books, which were delivered on Wednesday to Jasper Elementary School. Gratitude is expressed to Ms. …


