August 26, 2026
News
Flooding concerns shared at Kimball meeting
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer During Kimball’s August city meeting, a resident shared her concerns regarding flooding and runoff water that has caused several worrying instances… Login to continue reading Login…
Dolly Parton passes away at 80
Staff Report Music icon, actress, philanthropist and the Smoky Mountain Songbird Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80. Parton’s death was announced… Login to continue reading Login…
Princess Theatre projects discussed during South Pittsburg meeting
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer During this month’s city meeting in South Pittsburg, two projects pertaining to the historic Princess Theatre were brought to the table:… Login to continue reading Login…
U.S. national debt reaches $40 trillion
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The United States’ national debt has recently reached an all-time high of over $40 trillion, a record that has surpassed the… Login to continue reading Login…
Board of Education aims to acquire LTE radios
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Marion County’s Board of Education (BoE) is looking into acquiring and approving the use of LTE communication devices for all schools… Login to continue reading Login…
Philips, Nunley and Layne sworn into office
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Current Chairmen Ryan Philips and Bo Nunley, alongside newly elected board member Marie Layne, were officially sworn into office during the… Login to continue reading Login…
Andrew Dunn recognized as America’s Favorite Student Champion
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Jasper Middle School student Andrew Dunn has recently been recognized for winning the 2026 America’s Favorite Student online competition. Dunn was… Login to continue reading Login…
Jackson retains seat as County Mayor
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The votes are officially in for the August Election in Marion County, with several incumbents, like County Mayor David Jackson, retaining… Login to continue reading Login…
Smith joins New Hope Police Department
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Mitchell Smith of New Hope has recently been accepted into the ranks as a full-time police officer for the New Hope… Login to continue reading Login…
Give a Child a Chance Helps Marion County Students Start the School Year Strong
NOVA MCGILL Contributor Families from across Marion County came together on July 31 for the annual Give a Child a Chance event at Chattanooga State’s… Login to continue reading Login…