A proposed addition to the Sequatchie Coke Ovens Museum continues to be discussed by the Sequatchie Valley Historical Association (SVHA). The volunteer group met last week and an update on plans was presented by Carson Camp, local historian and SVHA member. Camp explained the new addition would be a veterans artifacts display and performance arts…

Not all parents agree with the plan, but Sequatchie County Schools will open on August 3 with COVID-19-related measures in place. Director of Schools Pete Swafford said the system will work with families on their specific concerns, including supplying computers for remote learning. A complete virtual learning plan is also available. The Sequatchie County Board…

Tennessee is having two separate tax free holidays this year, with the first starting this week for general purchases such as school supplies, electronics, and clothing. The other, new this year, allows restaurant charges to be tax-free. Starting Friday, July 31 at 12:01 a.m. and continuing through Sunday, August 2, at 11:59 p.m., the tax…

It took place two months later than originally planned and some parts ran differently than usual, but Sequatchie County High School seniors had graduation ceremonies on July 24. Families viewed graduation from bleachers on each side of the high school football stadium. Instead of receiving a diploma, each graduate walked across a small stage area…