August 28, 2026
Marion County
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Aug 28, 2026
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Lifestyles
Sales tax weekend is this weekend
Staff report Tennesseans will enjoy sales tax weekend again July 31 through Aug. 2, marking decades of savings for families just in time for back-to-school.…
History
This Week in History: Smokey Bear Becomes an American Icon
NOVA MCGILL Contributor On August 2, 1944, the United States Forest Service and the Ad Council introduced Smokey Bear, one of the most famous wildlife…
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News
Ric Engle welcomed as Whitwell Police Chief
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Whitwell’s newest Police Chief, Ric Engle, has recently been introduced and welcomed into the community with open arms during the city’s August meeting. During the meeting, City Manager Lonnie Cleek introduced Engle to the Board of Mayor & Commissioners, all of whom welcomed him with open arms as the city’s newly…
Entertainment
Phillips wins L. Ron Hubbard writing award
Whitwell author Casey Phillips is a winner in the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest earning him a trip to Hollywood for a week-long master-class workshop, an awards event and his winning story will be published in the international bestselling anthology, L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 43. The Contest,…
Sports
Pirates Waste No Time in 76-0 Season-Opening Blowout
SHANE SHOEMAKER Writer Last year, the South Pittsburg Pirates averaged 53 points per game on their way to another Class 1A state championship. They seemingly…
Education
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…