This Week in History: Tulsa Race Massacre begins

NOVA MCGILL Contributor The Tulsa Race Massacre occurred in late May and early June of 1921. It was one of the worst outbreaks of racial… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Paul David Rector, 28

Paul David Rector, 28 of South Pittsburg was called home on Wednesday, June 4. On December 3, 1996 he was born to Jimmy Bee Rector and Julie Backus. Paul was a self-employed Caregiver and a good-hearted person. He…
Bench refurbishments made for South Pittsburg community

JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Members of South Pittsburg’s Rotary Club have been hard at work refurbishing ten wooden benches located throughout various streets and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
BOE Honors Special Olympics Students and Kirkpatrick

JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Several high school students from Marion County who participated in this year’s 23rd Annual Special Olympics, along with Shannon Kirkpatrick of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Marion County Detective Faces Official Misconduct Charges

CARLEY GORDON Contributor A chief detective with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office is facing felony charges following… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Eagle Pencil Mill, 1917

From 1892 to 1930 the Eagle Pencil Mill operated here in South Pittsburg utilizing local cedar that was sent to the main plant… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Free fishing day this Saturday

The 2025 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 7 in Tennessee. All state residents and visitors of any age may fish… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Power outages in Jasper caused by wild animal

JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer A recent power outage in the Jasper area is being blamed an unexpected culprit, the source of the interruption of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Carolyn Stewart Library launches first book club

JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Carolyn Stewart Public Library in Jasper recently hosted its first book club, sponsored by the Friends of the Library organization.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Roy Gail Stone, 78

Roy Gail Stone, age 78 went home to be with his Lord & Savior on Monday, June 2. Roy was a dedicated inspector for U.S. Pipe, devoting years of hard work and commitment to his profession before retiring.…
