April 7, 2026
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Former Marion County star Jacob Saylors makes NFL debut
SHANE SHOEMAKER Writer After years of falling short of making a team’s 53-man roster, Jacob Saylors finally made his NFL debut with the Detroit Lions in their Week 1 game…
Orena Humphreys Public Library to remain in countywide library board
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer During the August city meeting in Whitwell, a vote for Orena Humphreys Public Library to remain in the Marion County Library Board was made by the…
Moore Park receives new additions and makeovers
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Moore Park, one of South Pittsburg’s public recreational sites, has recently received new additions, as well as major makeovers. The project was financially supported under grant…
Lease of American Legion Post 62 receives approval from South Pittsburg city board
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer South Pittsburg’s Board of Mayor & Commissioners recently gave the go ahead to officially take over the lease regarding the American Legion’s Post 62 facility within…
Application for DIG grant discussed during South Pittsburg city meeting
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Beth Duggar, city commissioner for South Pittsburg, has recently unveiled plans to apply for a Downtown Improvement Grant (DIG) under Southeast Tennessee Development District (SETD). During…
Chamber of Commerce hosts annual banquet
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Marion County Chamber of Commerce has recently hosted its annual banquet in both celebration of another year of community support, as well as the election…
Cracker Barrel’s iconic logo to remain despite business campaign
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Cracker Barrel, the highly popular restaurant chain and country store is to keep its iconic logo, despite corporate officials initially aiming to change the design of…
Surplus and remediation for old Jasper Elementary School building approved
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Jasper’s Board of Mayor & Aldermen has recently discussed and approved a property surplus , as well as proposal for remediation of the town’s original elementary…
Marion County school custodians recognized during Board of Education meeting
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Various custodian staff members from across all Marion County schools have been recognized for their work and dedication to serving the local school system. As…
Communication boards for Marion County schools discussed
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Travis Layne, a resident of Marion County, recently presented to the Board of Education an idea to install communication boards across all elementary school playgrounds in…