October 16, 2026
Lifestyles
Marion County school board agrees to AG Lab change order
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer In a special called meeting held on Thursday, June 25, the county’s Board of Education (BoE) has agreed to a change… Login to continue reading Login…
New cosmetology school hosts informational orientation
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Marion County’s newest cosmetology school, Beauty Collective Specialty School, recently hosted an informational orientation regarding the school itself and the programs… Login to continue reading Login…
Mother’s Day Market opens to all on Courthouse Square
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer In time for Mother’s Day, Jasper’s Courthouse Square was bursting with vendors and visitors alike during this year’s annual Mother’s Day… Login to continue reading Login…
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… Login to continue reading Login…
2026 Seal of Excellence celebration held at Western Sizzlin
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer As per tradition within Marion County’s school system, the county’s Board of Education hosted its Seal of Excellence ceremony in honor… Login to continue reading Login…
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,… Login to continue reading Login…
County school district ranked among highest in student tobacco prevention policies
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Within the current 2025-2026 school year, Marion County’s school district has recently been given a Comprehensive + rating for its current… Login to continue reading Login…
Richard Hardy Memorial School celebrates centennial anniversary
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Students, staff, and residents of the Richard City area of South Pittsburg have gathered in celebration of Richard Hardy Memorial School’s… Login to continue reading Login…
Tree removal for South Pittsburg Elementary approved by BoE
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The removal of several trees located directly beside South Pittsburg Elementary School has received the go ahead from the county’s Board… Login to continue reading Login…
History of the Scottsboro Boys on display
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Located in the heart of downtown Scottsboro, Ala., on 428 W. Willow St. is a museum that showcases the history behind… Login to continue reading Login…