April 6, 2026
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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…
iSOMS renewal and upgrade approved by county commission
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Marion County Sheriff’s Department has received approval from the County Commission for the renewal and upgrade of its iSOMS system. County Mayor David Jackson explained…
Seal of Excellence celebration hosted at Western Sizzlin
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer A Seal of Excellence ceremony, honoring high school recipients from across Marion County, was recently held at Jasper’s Western Sizzlin restaurant. The Seal of Excellence…
Jasper City Board hosts first public meeting in new city hall
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Board of Mayor and Aldermen in Jasper recently held its first public meeting inside the town’s new city hall, located at 32 Courthouse Square.…
Armory Project Blueprints Approved for Redesign and Rebid
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Board of Mayor & Commissioners has approved the redrawing and rebidding of blueprints for the renovation of South Pittsburg’s National Guard Armory. Discussions about renovating…
Boat dock lease to be negotiated
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The lease agreement between South Pittsburg’s Board of Mayor & Commissioners and local boat dock owner Mike Taylor is set to undergo further negotiation. City Administrator…
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…
Second reading for property tax increase in Whitwell passed
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The Board of Mayor and Commissioners of Whitwell recently approved a $0.22 increase in property taxes for all residents following the second reading of Ordinance #376.…
WVVFD hosts second annual open house
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer The West Valley Volunteer Fire Department (WVVFD), near Whitwell, recently hosted its second annual open house, inviting residents to…
Robert Prevost elected first American Pope
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, has been elected the Roman Catholic Church’s newest leader within the papacy. This past week on Thursday, in…