The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued a Cyber Alert on Tuesday after receiving an uptick in sextortion scams. The scammer threatens to send compromising footage and pictures to loved ones unless you send them money through Bitcoin. TBI says the scam is very convincing because the email can include personal details, such as your full …
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Response from the Town of Jasper over Pending Lawsuit
We have an update on a lawsuit against the Town of Jasper and two police officers. In August 2023, we brought you a story about Jasper Police making a traffic stop and arresting 52-year-old Samuel Hrynecwicz from Dunlap. He alleges 11 rights violations occurred during this incident in the lawsuit filed last month. The Town …
Marion County Deputy Recognized for His Help with Injured Paraglider
On Monday, the Marion County Sheriff’s Department recognized Deputy Rusty Parker for his incredible bravery, dedication, and selflessness! Recently, Deputy Parker responded to a situation on Mt Olive Rd where three paragliders had landed off the bluff. One of them sustained significant injuries and required immediate medical assistance. Without hesitation, Deputy Parker set up his …
History of Labor Day
Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements in the United States. In 1894, thirty U.S. states were already officially celebrating Labor Day. That year, Congress passed a bill recognizing the first Monday of September as Labor …
August 30 High School Football Recaps
Marion County (2-0) powered past East Hamilton on Friday night at Bill Baxter Stadium, 35-0. Senior quarterback Tilton Pickett completed 11 of 13 passes for 202 yards and five touchdowns. Four of his TDs were caught by Sam Pickett (no relation), who finished with 200 yards of offense on nine touches. The South Pittsburg …
SVEC Bright Ideas Education Grant Application Open Through September 30
ATTENTION TEACHERS: it is that time of year again! The 2024-2025 Bright Ideas Education Grant application is OPEN NOW until Monday, September 30, for all Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative area educators. SVEC again pledges $10,000 to our area educators to fund creative, hands-on classroom projects. Tell the SVEC all about your fun ideas and how …
Second Week of High School Football
In area high school football this week, the South Pittsburg Pirates will host Franklin County. Live on The River 104.9 Marion County is at home this week as they host East Hamilton. On The River 104.9 stream The Whitwell Tigers will play at Greenback. Kickoff time has been changed to 6 PM. On The River …
Blood Assurance Needing Donations
With school underway and Labor Day travel picking up, blood donations often drop when they’re needed most. Now through September 3rd, donate with Blood Assurance and receive an eGift card plus our exclusive ‘Save 3 Lives’ tote! Every donation supports our local community—thank you for making a difference. The nearest Blood Assurance location is in …
Recap of High School Action on Friday, August 23
Oliver Springs defeated South Pittsburg 27-7 on Friday night. The Pirates will be at home this Friday as they host Franklin County. The Rebels are coming off a 49-0 loss to Coffee County. Marion County shutout East Ridge 40-0. The Warriors had 225 yards of offense and held the Pioneers to 74. Marion County is at home this …
Marion County High School Receives T-Mobile Grant
On Friday, Marion County High School was announced as one of 50 high schools nationwide to receive $5,000 each from T-Mobile. Earlier this month, T-Mobile announced a $2 million grand prize football field technology makeover called T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights, giving small-town high schools from across the country a chance to win big. In …



