80 new jobs are coming to Marion County as Valmont Industries plans to invest more than $6 million to “increase production of vital infrastructure.” The Valmont location in Jasper currently employs 270 people. Rep. Iris Rudder stated, “Valmont has had a tremendous impact on our community, and I am honored they recognize the benefits of …
Marion County Sheriff Bo Burnett says Deputy Tim Cash is facing a verbal warning and will be disciplined after he admitted to not wearing a seatbelt. Cash was hit head-on in a Sunday night crash on Hwy 41 near Marion County Park. Cash has taken full responsibility for what he called ‘a mistake.’ This is …
On April 26, 2024, two juveniles were involved in an accident in Marion County. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office said that the crash occurred in the 5000 block of Old Dunlap Road at 6:15 p.m. CT. Whitwell High School student Izzy Narramore was severely injured in the crash. A benefit for Izzy and her family …
According to the family, the body of the 17-year-old kayaker who fell into the Sequatchie River at the hydraulics area at Ketner’s Mill in Marion County was found on Tuesday afternoon. The family reported his name via social media as Devin Lane Kunkle. Those assisting in the recovery efforts were: Marion County Rescue Squad, Marion County …
Tennessee American Water is making customers aware of a potential utility scam after receiving reports from some customers about a person or persons claiming to be a Tennessee American Water worker(s). The individual or individuals who may be impersonating Tennessee American Water field employees are asking for payment to perform work such as removing a …
On Sunday night around 10:40, a head-on collision occurred involving Marion County Deputy Tim Cash. The crash took place on Hwy 41 near Marion County Park. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a 2024 Toyota RAV4 driven by 41-year-old Rumitkumar Patel from Alabama crossed the center lane and hit Cash’s patrol unit head-on. The THP …
A drowning occurred on Saturday in the Sequatchie River at Ketner’s Mill. According to Marion County Emergency Management, a 17-year-old kayaker fell into the hydraulics area while in the water below the dam. The name of the teenager has not been released by authorities, and efforts continue to recover the kayaker’s body from the river.
Mary Ann Layne, an office manager at an assisted living home in Marion County, was arrested on May 1, 2024. She was charged with theft of over $10,000 after police said her boss had caught her in the act. Police say she admitted to spending money from the home and cash given to her by …
Tennessee American Water has filed a petition with the Tennessee Public Utility Commission (TPUC) for approval to adjust rates. The request reflects $173 million in water system investments made by the company since its last general rate increase in 2012 through December 2025 to continue providing clean, safe, and reliable service. The request reinforces the …
Throughout the month of May, the Tennessee Department of Education invites all Tennesseans to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month, Week, and Day, proclaimed by Governor Bill Lee. Additionally, the department launched the ‘Year of Tennessee Teachers’ campaign, highlighting teachers for shaping the minds of the over one million K-12 students across the state to ensure they have …
