Everett Casey Simmons, M.D.
Everett Casey Simmons, M.D., died at home in early March 2022. He was 81 years old. Casey was born at his family’s homeplace “up on the mountain” near Pikeville, Tennessee. He was the beloved husband of Joan Shepherd Simmons for 56 years, the proud father of Sam (Alixanne) Simmons, and the vocally proud and loving…
Read MoreFatal wreck being investigated
Authorities are investigating the scene of a fatal accident at the base of the mountain on US Highway 127, north of Pikeville. The driver of an 18-wheeler hauling a load of stone, heading south, apparently lost control of her truck, taking out several feet of guardrail, dumping her load and finally coming to a rest…
Read MoreDeputy released by Sheriff, charged in Dunlap
Nicholas Chase Roberts, 31, of Dunlap was released from his duties as a deputy at the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Department, according to Sheriff Jimmy Morris. He said he fired Roberts around 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 14, retrieving his badge, weapon and patrol car. Later that day, Dunlap Police Chief Randy Phillips reported Roberts was…
Read MoreSue Jeanette Angel Keener
Sue Jeanette Angel Keener, 67, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. She was retired from the Inn at Fall Creek Falls. She was a member of Wheeler Hill Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton and Barbara Angel; and brother, Leon Angel. She is survived by her…
Read MoreRoad shift decision postponed by Commission
The Bledsoe County Commission met Monday evening, with over 100 people in attendance, to decide the fate of 2,235 feet of Old State Highway 28 in the southern portion of the county. An agreement, drawn up by The Fields’ attorney, is going to be expounded upon by County Attorney Howard Upchurch to be sure to…
Read MoreDrugs found with fugitive
Felony warrants for a Bledsoe County man not only led to his arrest, but authorities uncovered a large amount of drugs and weapons. Jackie D. Bailey, 45, was wanted out of Missouri on felony charges, explained Bledsoe County Deputy Drake Brown. For more see the April 14 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
Read MoreStudents to study at Yellowstone
A group of Bledsoe County High School students are heading west this summer to study at Yellowstone National Park, announced Advisor Bridgettt Loyd. For seven days the students will be part of Ecology Project International where they will work with scientists in the park on a bison study, an amphibian study and an invasive plant…
Read MoreDanny W. Wallace
Danny W. Wallace, 76, of Dunlap, Tennessee, passed away Friday, April 8, 2022 at Erlanger Sequatchie Valley. He was a member of the church of Christ, owner of Danny’s Auto Parts, former Mayor of Dunlap, and served on the Board of Directors for BTC Fiber. He was preceded in death by his mother, Edith Wallace;…
Read MoreWilliam Robnett “Rob” Schoolfield
William Robnett “Rob” Schoolfield was born in Pikeville, Tennessee on December 15, 1953, on his father’s birthday. He passed away at 68 years old on March 12, 2022, after a seven-month fight against pancreatic cancer. He is survived by wife, Brenda Thompson Schoolfield; son Ellis Richard Schoolfield; daughter Katherine Eunice Schoolfield; siblings James Robert Schoolfield,…
Read MoreMarshall Odell Cripps
Marshall O. Cripps, of Grovetown, Georgia, entered into rest on March 23, 2022. Mr. Cripps was born in Tennessee, the son of the late Lemuel P. Cripps and Lela Ann Cripps. He retired from the United States Army, proudly serving his country. He attended Bethesda Baptist Church in Harlem. He was a member of the…
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