MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Maintenance eastbound from MM 134.3 to MM 142: Night work paving various spots on the Interstate. Work will begin 6/9/2024 starting 6pm -6am Work will begin 6/10/2024 6pm -6am Work will begin 6/11/2024 6pm -6am MARION COUNTY I-24 (US-64) rockfall mitigation westbound between MM 136.2 and MM 140.3: The contractor will be running …
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Magic Box Theater Opening in South Pittsburg
Jerry White and the Magic Box Theater are set to become a bright shining star in South Pittsburg, Tennessee. Jerry’s inventive and creative approach to magic is nothing short of extraordinary. Each performance is a delightful blend of wonder and innovation, leaving audiences spellbound and yearning for more. The Magic Box Theater, with its enchanting …
Summer EBT Program is Ready to Help
Summer EBT offers nutrition benefits to children in need during months when school meals are not available. Tennessee children who participated in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Families First (TANF), TennCare (Medicaid), or National School Lunch Program (NSLP) are automatically enrolled to receive Summer EBT. Tennessee parents can also apply for benefits based on …
Vehicle Accident in Whitwell
On Tuesday the Marion County Sheriff’s Department responded to the call shortly after 5 pm regarding an accident at the first curve on Highway 108 going up Whitwell Mountain. There was one subject flown out by Lifeforce for treatment of injuries received in the crash. No other information was released by the authorities.
Builtwell Bank Celebrating 120 Years in Business
Builtwell Bank began in 1904 as Marion Trust and Banking. Today, Builtwell is the largest locally owned, multi market community bank in SE Tennessee and northwest Georgia. Builtwell is celebrating 120 years in business. To commemorate Builtwell Bank’s 120 year anniversary all branches will hold a celebration on Wednesday, June 12th. The community is invited …
Reminder: New 729 Area Code Coming to Tennessee 423 Area Code Region in August
We wanted to remind everyone about a change in phone service that we first reported in April. To ensure new telephone numbers are available, the Tennessee Public Utility Commission has approved the addition of the new 729 area code to the geographic region served by the 423 area code. This process is known as an …
Palms Up Foundation is Thursday at Jasper Highland
The Palms Up Foundation in Whitwell, TN is a nonprofit organization with a goal of equipping single moms with the right tools, education and resources to transform their lives. They strive to build strong social, mentally confident women who recognize that putting God first will change the course of their lives. The Palms Up Foundation …
Free Fishing Day is Saturday
Tennessee’s 2024 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is June 8. All Tennesseans and even non-residents of any age can fish without a license. Additionally, youngsters ages 15 or less can fish for free Friday, June 14. All public waters, TWRA-owned and operated lakes, and state parks will be accessible to fish for free without a …
Tennessee Promise FAFSA Deadline Extended to August 1
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) and the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC) has announced one final extension of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) deadline for the Tennessee Promise scholarship program. The FAFSA deadline will be extended to Thursday, August 1 for students wanting to remain eligible for the TN Promise scholarship. …
Jasper’s Big Boom!
Attention all vendors! The Town of Jasper needs you for their annual Big Boom celebration! Show off your products or your tasty food. Call the town hall to get signed up, 423-942-3180. The event will take place from 4 PM-9 PM on July 6. Also, get ready to Rock with the band Legacy beginning at …


