April 7, 2026
Libraries
New children’s novel by Michelle De La Mora now released
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer “Where’s Honey?”, the newest release from Jasper resident and author Michelle De La Mora, has recently hit online and physical store shelves for families to enjoy.…
South Pittsburg Board delays library resolution for next public meeting
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer A new resolution to officially establish the Beene Pearson Public Library in South Pittsburg has been delayed until next month’s upcoming city meeting. Discussion ensued as…
Beene Pearson Library pulls from county-wide Library Board
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Beene Pearson Public Library has officially withdrawn from the Marion County Library Board following a vote of 3 to 2 during South Pittsburg’s recent city…
Changes to library funding proposed by Commissioner Shafer
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Commissioner Paul Schafer of the Marion County Commission proposed that funding for all major libraries in the county be distributed directly by the County government.…
Carolyn Stewart Library launches first book club
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Carolyn Stewart Public Library in Jasper recently hosted its first book club, sponsored by the Friends of the Library organization. Library Director Ann Gray, along…
Closed hearing of Kellye Hogan’s termination held
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer A closed court hearing regarding the termination of Kellye Hogan as Director of the Beene Pearson Public Library was recently held, despite initial plans for…
Leadership changes for county Library Board announced
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Mayor Sandra Crabtree of Whitwell’s City Board has announced her retirement as Executive Director of the Marion County Library Board. Crabtree made the announcement during this…
Whitwell reading programs summer schedule announced
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Cathy Black of Whitwell’s Orena Humphrey Public Library recently announced this summer’s reading program, scheduled to run throughout June and July. During the recent public meeting,…
Ann Gray Reaches New Milestone with Certification
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Ann Gray, Library Director of the Carolyn Stewart Public Library, recently graduated from the Tennessee State Library & Archives Class of 2025. The class, known as…
Executive Director application worries expressed
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Marion County resident Christine Van Hamersveld shared her concerns with the County Commission regarding the Executive Director position for the Marion County Library Board. Van Hamersveld…