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The Big Boom is Saturday

Don’t forget the Town of Jasper’s Big Boom Independence Day celebration is Saturday, July 6. Free t-shirts to the first 200 kids, lots of vendors, entertainment, games and of course fireworks. Everyone is invited to the event that promises to be a blast. The Big Boom will take place from 4 pm to 9pm at …

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Rusty Golden, Son of the Oak Ridge Boys’ William Lee Golden, Dead at 65

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country Music Hall of Fame and The Oak Ridge Boys member William Lee Golden’s son, William ‘Rusty’ Golden, passed away July 1, 2024 at the age of 65 at his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. “This is the hardest thing ever for a father to have to face. I love my family more …

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Tractor Supply Apologizes to Customers

Tractor Supply has announced it will eliminate its Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) positions and goals in an apology to customers. The statement says Tractor Supply vows to withhold data from the Human Rights Campaign, revoke funding from Pride festivals and focus on land conservation.

Squatting Your Vehicle Will Cost You in Tennessee

As of Monday, July 1 Tennessee’s new law prohibits anyone from driving a vehicle on a road if it has “Carolina Squat” modifications. The law makes it a Class-B misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of $250 for the first offense. Punishments increase in severity for continued violations. So, you know, the rear end of the …

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New Wind Telephone Added to Jasper Walking Trail

There is an addition to the new walking/hiking trail in Jasper. It’s Marion County’s first wind telephone. This phone is for everyone that has a lost loved one. This phone is an outlet for those that have a message they wish to share with their lost family and friends. This phone is for sharing memories …

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Area Road Construction Update as of June 27

MARION COUNTY SR-156 (STATE HWY. 156) TDOT Maintenance eastbound from LM 14.2 to LM 14.4: East bound lane is shut down due to a sink hole. Currently west bound is open with traffic turning left RESTRICTIONS: Until further notice 24 / 7 MARION COUNTY I-24 from east of Big Fiery Gizzard Creek (MM 146) to …

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July 4 Travelers in Tennessee Won’t be Delayed by Construction

Road construction won’t slow motorists across Tennessee over the July 4 holiday.  The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at noon on Wednesday, July 3 through 6:00 a.m. on Monday, July 8 to provide maximum roadway capacity for holiday travelers. AAA predicts record travel in Tennessee …

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To Vote in August You must be Registered by July 2

Want to make sure your voice is heard? Be sure you’re registered to vote! To be eligible to participate in the State and Federal Primary and State and County General Election on August 1, you have until July 2 to register. To check to see if you are already registered, or if you need to …

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Gateway Monument Project Continues in Dunlap

The Gateway Monument project continues in Dunlap and is expected to be a beautiful addition to both the community and the Scenic Byway. What many might not know is that this is truly a grassroots project. While State and local governments have been involved somewhat, project funding and construction have been primarily completed through private …

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Flag Football Coming to Jasper

Jasper Parks and Recreation will be offering Flag Football this fall. This is for ages kindergarten to 8th grade. Boys and girls. Practices will be in Jasper, and games will be played in Chattanooga. Signups will start in July and will be online at jasper-Tn.com. Will have an informational meeting at the Jasper baseball field …

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