Martha Ellen Bennett
Martha Ellen Bennett, 73, died peacefully Sunday, May 15, 2022 in Big Rapids, Michigan. She was born January 1, 1949 in Pikeville, Tennessee, the daughter of Estel and Charlotte (Cox) Creason. One of Ellen’s greatest passions in life was raising her milk goats while she lived in Pikeville. She enjoyed reading and bird watching, often…
Read MoreStudents give Sequatchie River a good report card
Recently, Bridgett Loyd’s Environmental Science class at Bledsoe County High School left the classroom and waded into the Sequatchie River. They tested the water quality of the river at four locations, determining the river made the grade. Students worked in groups to perform chemical and physical tests of the water including pH, dissolved oxygen, carbon…
Read MoreBryan College gains Everett as pitcher
Tanner Everett, District 5 Pitcher of the Year, is taking his game to the next level. Tanner signed to play baseball for Bryan College last week. His abilities on the field speaks volumes as he struck out 114 batters, pitched 67.2 innings, 1.345 ERA, .514 batting average, 39 hits for 76 at bats, scored 39…
Read MoreSVEC partners with TVA to award $100,000 learning grant to BCMS
Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) recently announced Bledsoe County Middle School, was awarded a $100,000 Learning Environment grant through Tennessee Valley Authority’s School Uplift program. Tight budgets and aging buildings leave many schools facing a difficult decision between funding learning programs and making needed facility upgrades. TVA’s $7.3 million School Uplift program is helping…
Read MorePitching duel ends with Lady Warriors as Region Champs
Bledsoe County High School’s Lady Warriors ended a pitching duel against Westmoreland to take the Region 3 Division I Class 2A championship. The sole run came in the sixth inning when Gracie White scored from second base when Kaylynn Churches hit a line drive down the right sideline. In the top of the seventh inning,…
Read MoreKenneth Wayne Bayless
Kenneth Wayne Bayless, 73, of Pikeville, Tennessee died May 12, 2022. Kenneth served in the United States Navy and was a retired veteran, and Tennessee Department of Corrections Lieutenant. Preceding Kenneth in death were his parents, T. B. and Mary Ruth Evans Bayless. Left behind to cherish his memory is his wife, Janice Bayless;…
Read MoreVirnig family expands industry to Pikeville
From a two-person shop to a 200-person shop and now expanding to Pikeville with 74 projected jobs, Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe welcomed the Virnig Manufacturing. A large crowd attended the facility’s open house Monday morning, May 16, including Governor Bill and Maria Lee. “We are very, very grateful you (Dean and Lois…
Read MoreLady Warriors advance to Region 3AA playoffs
Bledsoe County’s Lady Warriors Softball team is hosting the first round of the Region 3AA playoffs Monday evening, May 16 at 6:00 p.m. They earned the playoff birth by taking first place in District 5AA, defeating Monterey for the title. Monday evening the Lady Warriors will be playing District 6AA runner-up Watertown. A win will…
Read MoreMilton Ralph Pruitt
Milton Ralph Pruitt, 58 ,of Pikeville, Tennessee died May 6, 2022. Ralph was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed helping people, gardening, music “especially the Drums,” and loved his dog, Rascal. Preceding Ralph in death were his parents, William Paul and Betty Jean Howser Pruitt; brothers, Sam, Henry, and Royce Pruitt; brother-in-law, Larry Cordell; sister-in-law, Bertha…
Read MoreGreg Evans
Greg Evans, 59, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Monday, May 9, 2022. He was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Evans. He is survived by his mother, Verna Evans; and brother, Stanley (Patsy) Evans. Graveside services was held on Wednesday, May 11, at 11:00 a.m. at Graveyard Ridge Cemetery off Mooneyham-Lonewood Road. Online condolences can…
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