Happy birthday America — celebrate in Pikeville Saturday!
Join the City of Pikeville in a “Celebration of History, Service and Honor,” the theme for its Fourth of July event and America’s 250th birthday. Planned are a parade, music, car show, and fireworks! Start the morning off at the Pikeville Farmers Market. Shop the homegrown, homemade items by Bledsoe County folks. Trunk and Treasure…
Read MoreRhea judge binds Bryant over to Grand Jury
A Rhea County Judge has bound the man accused of making Threats of Mass Violence on School Property to the Grand Jury for possible indictment. Cole Bryant, of Dunlap, reportedly made threats on social media after he was denied access to student records concerning an alleged incident between his fiance’s 4-year-old daughter and a 4-year-old…
Read MoreCoaching roster put into play at BCHS
Athletics at Bledsoe County High School play a role in a well-rounded education and those that lead these students on the field and on the court play a role in the students’ life. BCHS Principal Matt Ridley has added four new and a seasoned veteran coach to the roster. Beverly Tarver returns to lead the…
Read MoreMayor Ridley named Republican Statesman of the Year, 2026
Bledsoe County Mayor Gregg Ridley has been named the 2026 Statesman of the Year for the 4th Congressional District. US Representative Scott DesJarlais made the presentation of the crystal obelisk at the annual Tennessee Republican Statesmen’s Dinner held in Nashville. Ridley has served as Bledsoe County’s Mayor for 20 years. In 2011, he served as…
Read MoreCelebrating his 60th with book release/ signing in hometown
Pikeville native, Dr. Kenneth “Ken” E. Angel, plans to celebrate the release of his book on his 60th birthday in his hometown. The Bledsoe County Public Library is hosting Dr. Angel’s book signing on Tuesday, July 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. His book, Paused: The Pause that Refreshes, evolved from his experience in the…
Read MoreMartha Jane Swafford
Martha Jane Swafford, 97, of The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026. She was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, whose presence will be deeply missed by all. Martha Jane was born in Pikeville, Tennessee, on December 22, 1928, to the late Hezekiah Monroe (Roe) and Bessie Lorena Hale Swafford. She dedicated…
Read MoreAnn Hurt
Ann Hurt, 78 of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Friday, June 26, 2026 at her home. She was of the church of Christ faith. She had a passion for yard sales, antiques, cooking, and craft fairs and loved animals and liked to fish. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Mary Tucker. She…
Read MoreJonathan Eric Hale “The Legend”
Jonathan Eric Hale ”The Legend”, 59, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Jon was a life-long resident of Bledsoe County and worked for W.A. Kendall Vegetation in the Dayton area for four years.Jonathan was of the Baptist Faith. Jonathan was the life of the party always laughing and cutting up…
Read MorePatsy Ann Fields Ellis
Patsy Ann Fields Ellis, 74 of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at home with her loving family by her side. Patsy loved her family, enjoyed decorating her home, and tending to her flower gardens. She was a 1970 graduate of Bledsoe County High School, and a member of Pikeville Church of…
Read MoreKatherine “Kathy” Brown
Katherine “Kathy” Brown, 72, of Graysville, Tennessee, died Friday, June 26, 2026. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her mother, Joanne Sapp Turner; and brother, Tim Turner. She is survived by her husband, Lebron Brown of Graysville; children, Robert “Robby” (Rebecca) Brown of Graysville, and Amanda “Aimee” (Todd) Smith…
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