April 15, 2026
News
Purchase of TPERI Training Database System approved by MCC board
LACIE SILVA Editor Steve Lamb addressed the Marion County Commissioner Board to discuss the purchase of a tracking software system using the… Login to continue reading Login…
Labor Day disturbance addressed at Whitwell city meeting
LACIE SILVA Editor Labor Day festivities were interrupted after tensions rose and community concerns were addressed at the Whitwell city meeting. On… Login to continue reading Login…
New Coach Whitaker requests donation for SP wrestling team
LACIE SILVA Editor Coach Whitaker, the new math and physics teacher at South Pittsburg High School, recently approached the town board to request… Login to continue reading Login…
Jochym receives new answers from city of Jasper
LACIE SILVA Editor Bill Jochym addressed the Mayor and Alderman board of Jasper regarding ongoing water line issues along Highway 41. Jochym had… Login to continue reading Login…
Grant Boost and Graphic Disputes: Whitwell Police Department’s Latest Developments
LACIE SILVA Editor Chief Boyd of the Whitwell Police Department presented his report and proposed updates to the department, resulting in mixed outcomes.… Login to continue reading Login…
Tennessee State Parks expand accessibility with new all-terrain wheelchairs
Tennessee State Parks have taken a significant step towards enhancing accessibility by introducing 10 new all-terrain wheelchairs across several parks, bringing the total number… Login to continue reading Login…
Former Marion County Sheriff’s employee faces sexual battery, official misconduct charges
As the result of an investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, a former part-time court officer with the Marion County… Login to continue reading Login…
SP resident requests new speed limit to deter reckless drivers on Raulstontown Road
LACIE SILVA Editor Robin Roy, a resident of South Pittsburg Mountain at the end of Raulstontown Road, expressed serious concerns about speeding and… Login to continue reading Login…
Unique art, one-of-a-kind experiences up for bid in Tennessee Aquarium’s online auction
DOUG STRICKLAND Contributor When asked about his work, American painter Edward Hopper once said, “If I could say it in words,… Login to continue reading Login…
Jasper to host Marion County’s first Health Expo with over 30 vendors
The Marion County Health Expo, the first of its kind, will take place on Saturday, September 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Courthouse… Login to continue reading Login…