The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is seeking fields to lease for the upcoming 2026 dove hunting season. The first segment of dove season opens at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Landowners can earn up to $4,200 for providing a dove field for public hunting. These fields must be available for a minimum of three priority hunt …
The following arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 8/2/2026. DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now Facebook page or SValleyNow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence …
Early voting in Tennessee wrapped up on Saturday, Aug. 1. Registered voters that did not cast their ballot during Early Voting have one more chance, Election Day is Thursday, Aug. 6. Registered voters can find polling locations and hours, view sample ballots and check their voter registration status by downloading the free GoVoteTN app or …
Tennessee’s sales tax holiday comes around each year before the start of the school year. This year, it’s happening July 31-August 2. Tax-Free Weekend will begin at 12:01 am on Friday, July 31; it will end at 11:59 pm on Sunday, August 2, 2026. All clothing, school supplies and computer purchases during this time will …
The following arrests have been reported by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department as of 7/29/2026. DISCLAIMER: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The arrest records or information about an arrest that are published or reported on Sequatchie Valley Now Facebook page or SValleyNow.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence …
The Marion County School Board has opted to postpone its decision regarding proposed increases to high school sports ticket prices following considerable feedback from parents and community members in response to a Facebook announcement. The post disclosed that varsity football tickets were set to be priced at $10 for both adults and students, encompassing kindergarten …
This week, Marion County School District representatives had the pleasure of touring the Leidos Advanced Training Complex and see the machines Drake State in Huntsville, Al will be donating for future student use. “As a rural school district, we’re always needing resource, partners, and different things of that nature. And I think we’ve just established …
The Town of Powells Crossroads is seeking bids from licensed and bonded contractors for a project to rebuild the block work supporting the football bleachers at Crossroads Ballpark. According to a public notice issued by Mayor Dwight Richards, the town is accepting sealed bids for the project from properly licensed and bonded contractors. Project specifications …
Here’s a recording of the Marion County Commission’s monthly meeting for July 2026. You can view this meeting and others from our area by following us and subscribing to our SValleyNow YouTube Channel.
A proposal to raise ticket prices for Marion County high school sports prompted widespread concern over the weekend. However, the school system has clarified that students will still be able to attend varsity football games at a reduced rate. The confusion started after Whitwell High School posted new athletic admission prices, indicating that both adults …
