May 8, 2026
Lifestyles
Presley Powers becomes Miss Tennessee for 2026
JARRETT GOODMANStaff Writer South Pittsburg’s Presley Powers has officially taken the title as Miss Tennessee in this year’s Miss Tennessee for America Strong 2026 contest,…
History
This Week in History: Michael Jordan’s 63-Point Playoff Masterpiece
NOVA MCGILL Contributor On April 20, 1986, Michael Jordan delivered one of the greatest performances in basketball history, scoring an astonishing 63 points in a…
Obituaries
News
New laundromat coming soon to Jasper
JARRETT GOODMANStaff Writer Recently announced on Facebook, a brand new laundromat for Marion County residents is coming soon to Jasper, set to officially open its doors next month in June. Named The Dam Laundromat, the new business took to social media to make the announcement on Wednesday, April 29. As of writing, the post garnered…
Entertainment
Cruise-In Car Show cruises into Powells Crossroads
JARRETT GOODMANStaff Writer Kicking off a year of cruise-in car shows throughout the Sequatchie Valley, Marion County Cruisers hosted the first of its 2026 ensemble of car shows at Holloway’s Garage in Powells Crossroads. Hosted Saturday, April 25, this year’s first car show featured a host of classic automobiles, ranging from a 1984 Chevrolet Monte…
Sports
South Pittsburg Punches Ticket to Region Tournament
HUNTER COOKSTON Writer Last Friday, the South Pittsburg baseball team faced rival Whitwell in a win-or-go-home matchup. The two teams had met earlier in the…
Education
Dedicated, inspiring, and student-focused! Our 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year shares their story in this interview with the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET).
Ashley Thomas, 4th Grade Science/Social Studies, South Pittsburg Elementary School, Marion County School System (2022-23 Marion County Schools Teacher of the Year) Q: What, or…