April 6, 2026
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Powells Crossroads Ruritan hosts first monthly meeting of 2026
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Members of Powells Crossroads’ Ruritan Club have recently gathered for the organization’s first monthly meeting of the new year, kicking off 2026 with new ideas in…
Chattanooga pastor sentenced for wire fraud and tax fraud
A Chattanooga paster has been sentenced to 30 months for wire fraud and tax fraud charges in $1.8 million COVID-19 employment fraud scheme. On Jan. 8, Ricky Lee Taylor, Jr.,…
Beene-Pearson Library kicks-off weekly Senior Club and Snack & Study
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Beene-Pearson Public Library in South Pittsburg has officially kicked-off two brand new community activities during the first full week of the month. Hosted every Monday…
AJ’s Kitchen reopens following renovations
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer In the wake of recent interior renovations, AJ’s Kitchen, formerly AJ’s Deli, has reopened its doors to customers within the Jasper community. AJ’s Kitchen first opened…
Warm temperatures to loom over Sequatchie Valley
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Temperatures across the Sequatchie Valley, and the rest of Tennessee, are predicted to rise up into the 60s. According to an 8-10 Day Outlook report released…
Influenza cases on the rise
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Tennessee, alongside other states across the nation, has experienced a large spike in flu cases in December 2025, causing concern amongst health officials and residents. According…
Head on collision occurs on Highway 41
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer A head on collision occurred on Highway 41 during the afternoon hours of Saturday, Dec. 27. According to Chase Bryant of Chase Bryant Weather, the scene…
Grand opening of Mercantile Coffee Co held in Powells Crossroads
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The town of Powells Crossroads has welcomed a new coffee shop with open arms, as residents Anita and Mike Miller recently hosted their grand opening for…
MC Sheriff’s Department present Deputy of the Year awards
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Several officers of the Marion County Sheriff’s Department were recently presented awards dedicated to their work of serving the law within the community across different categories.…
New businesses coming to Powells Crossroads
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The announcement of several new businesses was made public during Powells Crossroads’ recent city meeting. Mayor Dwight Richards step forward and made the announcement on Thursday,…