October 15, 2026
News
Comptroller report shows third grade reading improvement
The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability (OREA) has completed its second annual review of the implementation of the Tennessee Literacy Success Act… Login to continue reading Login…
Sequatchie Valley’s Community Kitchen seeks support for new walk-in freezer
LACIE SILVA – Editor The Community Kitchen of Sequatchie Valley is looking to the community for support in replacing their walk-in freezer. The current walk-in freezer… Login to continue reading Login…
Whitwell Fire Update
As of November 22, the Marion-Whitwell Mountain fire has successfully been 100% contained and no more personnel are on site. The fire has been extinguished… Login to continue reading Login…
Commissioners discuss and voice concerns over power’s act
LACIE SILVA – Editor The County Commissioners board convened November 7, for a workshop focused on delving into the details of the “County Powers Act Resolution.”… Login to continue reading Login…
911 board requests loan for system update
LACIE SILVA – Editor On November 7, the Marion County Commissioner Board met for a special meeting to discuss the 911 Board’s request for a $588,000… Login to continue reading Login…
Pickett seeks action for neglect of Whitwell cemetery
LACIE SILVA Editor Benny Pickett sought clarification and action from the Whitwell Mayor and Commissioner Board on the neglect of the Whitwell… Login to continue reading Login…
Hooper proposes updates for Whitwell Heritage Center
LACIE SILVA – Editor Linda Hooper, community member and volunteer advocate, spoke at the Whitwell city meeting to ask the board to support the updates… Login to continue reading Login…
State AG warns for winter storm scammers
In wake of last week’s winter storm, the Office of the Attorney General has provided the following Winter Storm Scam Prevention Tips. Stay safe, warm,… Login to continue reading Login…
Sequatchie Valley joins National Scenic Byways list
LACIE SILVA – Editor The paramount Sequatchie Valley (SV) of Tennessee has been recognized as a ‘scenic byway’ and as a result was added to the… Login to continue reading Login…
Whitwell Story Hour reduced
LACIE SILVA – Editor Whitwell’s story hour to reduce weekly time slot to twice a month due to low attendance. At the Whitwell city meeting on… Login to continue reading Login…