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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security recently invited Tennesseans to get ready for the new school year by downloading the SafeTN app.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security recently invited Tennesseans to get ready for the new school year by downloading the SafeTN app.

The Yellow Jackets are set to play in the Sequatchie Valley Jamboree on Friday at Sequatchie County High School in Dunlap.

Monteagle will honor those lost in the terrorist attacks of 9/11 Saturday, Sept. 11, for anyone interesting in attending. Program begins at 8:30 a.m. but sirens will begin blaring at 7:46 a.m.

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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security recently invited Tennesseans to get ready for the new school year by downloading the SafeTN app.

First, let’s just get this out of the way. Swearing in for the newly elected Grundy officials is scheduled for Monday, August 22, 6pm at the courthouse, second floor. The Honorable Judge Trey Anderson will officiate. New officials will not take office until Sept. 1. Municipal candidate deadline to file is Thursday, Aug. 18 at noon. The Municipal elections will coincide with the State and Federal General elections in Tennessee on Tuesday, Nov. 8. God Bless each and every person on that ballot.

Whew. Personally, I am getting ready for the Beersheba Springs Arts and Crafts Fair at the end of the month. Really, the last hurrah of summer for us. I know my girl Kayla, can’t wait to talk about pumpkins and fall fun. I know the fellas have missed football and hunting. I can’t wait to cruise around the back roads on gorgeous fall days. But until then, we still have some last summer blasts this month. Check the schedule below!

Jamboree is this Friday. After listening to the speeches at our sports hall of fame night, I can’t help but be inspired by those people who gave their all for our community, and the difference it made in the people’s lives around them. We all have that opportunity here; every effort counts in our circle of life. God Bless each and every person who inspires our children.

Live Pro Wrestling is back on Aug. 20 at Altamont Ballfield. I absolutely love these guys and their hearts. The James gang and Living it Ministries will be providing the entertainment. Bell Time is 7 p.m.

We are entering Homecoming and Reunion season, so just shoot me an email if you want to list your event date. iva@ivamichellerussell.com

As always, until next time, shop local.

Weekend highlights: (Disclaimer, events may change or cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.)

Thurs-Sun – Live Music at The Local Bar & Grill 2, Monteagle, 8 p.m., Sun 3-7 p.m. No cover.

Thurs-Sun – Social at Hank’s Corner Grille, Tracy City. Thursday Trivia. No cover.

Thurs-Sun – Pool/Social at The Green Room, Tracy City, opens at 4 p.m. Sun at 11 a.m. No cover.

Fri & Sat – Live Music at the Smokehouse Patio Grill, Monteagle, Fri starts at 6:30 p.m., Sat starts at 4:30pm. No cover.

Fri & Sat – Live Concert @ The Caverns, Pelham, www.thecaverns.com for ticket info. Fri/Trevor Hall at 8 p.m., Sat/Drive-By Truckers at 8 p.m. $59.50+

Fri-Sun – Zip line at Bigfoot Adventure, Tracy City, book online www.bigfootadventuretn.com. Groups go out every two hours, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri & Sat, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. $50 pp, $40 pp/students. Fishing and Disc Golf also available.

Fri & Sat – Infrared Sauna Experience at High Vibes Healing, Monteagle. Fri 3-6 p.m., Sat 12 – 2 p.m. $15 pp first visit, packages available.

Aug. 12 - Full Moon Night Hike at SCSP, 8 – 10 p.m., Ranger Spencer, Call Visitor Center for more information, 931-924-2980. $10 pp.

Aug.13 – Werner Point Hike at SCSP, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Interpreter Reynolds, call Visitor Center for more information, 931-924-2980. Free.

Aug. 14 – Denny Cove Waterfall Hike at SCSP, 9 a.m. - noon, Interpreter Reynolds. Call Visitor Center for more information, 931-924-2980. Free.

Every Day – The Caverns offers daily cave tours on the hour, every hour. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $22.95 adults/$12.95 ages 3-12 plus tax and fees. Adventure tours available. Gift shop open daily.

Every Day – Coalmont OHV Park is not open yet, but the parking lot at the end of B Mine Rd is available for use. $10 donation.

Aug 18-27 – Tennessee State Fair at Lebanon, Wilson County.

Aug 20 – Live Pro Wrestling at Altamont Ballfield, gates open at 6 p.m., Bell Time at 7 p.m. $5 pp.

Aug 27 & 28 – 2022 56th Annual Beersheba Springs Arts & Crafts Fair at Beersheba Springs. Call 235-4081 or 281-9014 for info.

Aug 27 – GCSC Horse Show at Tracy Arena, signups 4 p.m., show starts at 5 p.m. Classes $5, Admission $3.

Aug 27 – Mountain Cruise-In at Coalmont Community Center, 5 p.m. Raffle tickets benefit Thanksgiving widow baskets.

Sept 2-10 – White County Fair at Sparta.

Sept 3-10 – Coffee County Fair at Manchester

Sept 2022 – Coalmont OHV Grand Opening!

Sept 5 – Palmer Labor Day parade and festivities.

Sept 9-17 – Warren County Fair at McMinnville.

Sept 10 – Mountaineer Days at Tracy City.

Sept 16-18 – Fall Heritage Festival at Cowan.

Sept 23-27 – Fire on the Mountain 2022 at The Rock Fitness Center (lawn/tent), Gruetli Laager, at 7 p.m. nightly, hosted by Recovery Soldiers Ministries and Highland Community Church.

Oct 8 – Fannie Moffit Autumn Stomp, Altamont.

Oct 8 & 9 – Cave Fest at The Caverns, Pelham.

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