Area Breaking News

Three fires over three days in the Cartwright community of Sequatchie County have kept volunteers busy, reports Southend Volunteer Fire Department Chief Ken Herron. Worse, he added, each seems suspicious and arson is suspected. For more see the August 22 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

Two Sequatchie County women face drug-related charges after a search warrant was executed uncovered heroin and drug paraphernalia. Teresa Harvey, 51, and Tabitha Boyle, 30, were arrested on August 16. Boyle’s two young children were inside the home when law enforcement executed the search warrant on Snyder Loop. For more see the August 22 issue…

From a poultry show at 10:00 a.m. on August 17 to a talent show on Saturday night, August 24, the 92nd annual Sequatchie County Fair features a range of activities. Registration of exhibits and flowers continues until August 20 at 11:00 a.m., followed by judging the remainder of the day and on Wednesday. For more…