The Tennessee Highway Patrol reported several crashes on I-24 on Tuesday. According to TDOT, there was a crash on I-24 eastbound around 11 a.m. near Whiteside, Tennessee. Late Tuesday morning, two tractor-trailers were leaking fuel near the South Pittsburg exit. I-24 eastbound was shut down on Tuesday morning between Kimball and the Tennessee-Georgia line. At …
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All School Systems Closed on Tuesday and Three have also Closed for Wednesday
In a history-making move, all school systems in Tennessee are closed on Tuesday, and some have already closed on Wednesday. Three school systems have already closed on Wednesday. They are Bledsoe, Marion, and Sequatchie Counties. Dade County, GA, and Jackson County, Alabama, are closed on Tuesday. Chattanooga State and UTC are closed on Tuesday. Cities …
Snow Causes Problems on Roadways
Multiple vehicle accidents have been reported throughout the area on Monday. Interstate 24 also had its issues. Eastbound near Exit 127 and the foot of Monteagle Mountain, a semi-truck jackknifed and stopped traffic on Monday morning. In Grundy County, a TDOT truck plowing snow flipped on its side. There were reports of several crashes on …
Brutal Cold brings on High Demand for Electric Power
As the temperatures continue to dip, the Tennessee Valley Authority said it expected its most significant demands for electricity to happen on Tuesday and Wednesday. According to the Nashville Weather Service, Snow has blanketed Tennessee from two to nine inches. Energy authorities said the demand won’t drop off as much through the day if it …
Important Information from Tennessee American Water
With very cold air forecasted for next week, Tennessee American Water reminds its customers to take steps to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes as well as frozen meters.  “The extreme cold weather coming to our area can cause the water pipes in your home to freeze,” said Tennessee American Water Vice President …
SVEC Says Be Prepared for Extreme Cold
Are you ready for the predicted temperature drops over the next few days? Extreme winter weather typically means increased energy use. Keep your home warm and safe while saving energy and money with these tips from the Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative. Don’t block the heat. Make sure all air vents and other heating elements are …
TWRA Photo Contest
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is accepting photos for its 2024-25 calendar and license contest. The annual contest determines which wildlife photos will be featured in the agency’s next calendar and on license cards issued by the TWRA. Photographers can send in up to 10 of their favorite fishing, hunting, boating, and native wildlife …
Fentanyl Distribution Investigation Leads to Four Arrests
The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, working with the 12th Judicial Drug Task Force, continues its work to reduce the presence of dangerous drugs throughout Sequatchie County and the judicial district. Recently, another drug investigation was wrapped up, resulting in the arrests of four individuals. After several weeks of investigation, charges of Criminal Conspiracy …
Enter Now the 2024 Lodge National Cornbread Cook-Off
Entries are open for the 2024 Lodge National Cornbread Cook-Off! Do you have what it takes to win? Enter your recipe today! :https://bit.ly/3S00AyW *Recipe entries require the original main dish/entree/main course recipe is prepared and cooked in Lodge Cast Iron cookware. The ten finalists chosen must compete during the National Cornbread Festival on April 27, …
Winter Weather Expected Next Week; TDOT Ready
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) can assure motorists it is stocked and ready to clear roadways of ice and snow. Salt supplies have been replenished in all 95 counties in preparation for winter, and crews have readied snowplows and brine trucks. The department has three salt vendors to refill salt bins as needed in …


