June 30, 2026
Lifestyles
Mother’s Day Market opens to all on Courthouse Square
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer In time for Mother’s Day, Jasper’s Courthouse Square was bursting with vendors and visitors alike during this year’s annual Mother’s Day…
History
This Week in History: Charles Dickens's Passing
NOVA MCGILL Contributor Dickens was one of the most influential writers of the Victorian era and is remembered for creating some of the most enduring…
Obituaries
Special Sections
News
Early voting starts in late July in Whitwell
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Early voting for this year’s upcoming countywide general election will once again be offered at Whitwell City Hall for residents to cast their votes for all Republican, Democratic, and Independent candidates. Early voting was announced to make a return during the city’s June meeting. According to City Manager Lonnie Cleek, early…
Entertainment
Jasper's 250th celebrations coming soon
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Jasper’s annual and popular Big Boom event, alongside other events in the city scheduled for early July, is approaching soon in celebration of America’s 250th Birthday. Marion County, like many communities across the nation, has been underway with ideas and events in celebration of America’s 250th year as a country. South…
Sports
County Commission recognize state champ Jaylee Johnson
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Jaylee Johnson of South Pittsburg High School’s track team has officially been recognized by the Marion County Commission for winning the…
Education
High school representatives appointed to advisory board
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Faith Edgar, Ashlyn Rigby, and Jupiter Lucas have recently been appointed as the newest high school representatives for the Board of…