Over 1000 enjoy 25th Christmas parade, lights
Pikeville was electric on Saturday night, November 27, not only because of the fantastic holiday lights throughout Main Street and downtown, but because of the energy of the hundreds of people at various events throughout the day culminating in the 25th annual Pikeville Christmas Parade. Hundreds visited the Pikeville Farmers Market with over 20 vendors…
Read MoreSchools’ report card leaves room for improvement
The latest report card from the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) for Bledsoe County Schools shows much room for improvement. The data was discussed by the Board of Education, Supervisor of Instruction Farrah Fields, and Director of Schools Selina Sparkman at a Board work session recently. “We want to make sure you know exactly where…
Read MoreVaccine mandates major concern locally
Bledsoe County and Pikeville officials met with U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn [R] via zoom on Monday, November 22, to give a progress update on the happenings of Pikeville and Bledsoe County and express concerns about vaccine mandates for nursing home staff and other county employees. Bledsoe County Mayor Gregg Ridley sent a letter to Sen.…
Read MoreCyrus Paul Simmons
Cyrus Paul Simmons, 78, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Friday, November 26, 2021at home with family by his side. Paul farmed all his life and was the owner and operator of Simmons Grocery for 20 years. He also trained Tennessee Walking Horses for 12 years, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and collecting coins. Preceding Paul in death were…
Read MoreRandall Dyer, Sr
Randall Bryan Dyer, Sr., age 80, of Hixson, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021. Randall was born in Pikeville to the late Carl and Flossie Dyer. He was a retired Electrical Contractor. Randall was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Dyer; son, Randy Dyer, Jr., and a sister, Mary Teague. He is survived…
Read MoreLexus Marie Sharp
Lexus Marie Sharp, 22, of Pikeville, died Saturday, November 13, 2021 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Lexus attended Wheeler Addition Church of God, and worked as a cashier in retail. Some of her hobbies were drawing, collecting arrowheads, and making people laugh. Preceding Lexus in death were her grandparents, Robert, Sr. and…
Read MoreCatherine Marie McKee
Catherine Marie McKee, 77, of Spring City, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021, at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga. She was born in Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, on August 18, 1944, the daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Schaeffer) Stone. Catherine lived in Spring City since 1990. She was a homemaker and enjoyed playing…
Read MoreShirley Crawly Makris
Shirley Crawley Makris, 81, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away on November 10, 2021 after a brave battle with Parkinson’s Disease. She died peacefully at home with family by her side. Shirley never gave up hope and never stopped fighting; she faced her illness with much courage, which is certainly no surprise to those who knew…
Read MoreHomer Heard
Homer Heard, 91 of Pikeville, Tennessee died Saturday, November 13, 2021. Homer farmed all his life and was a truck driver for the Farmers Co-op and the Milk Truck. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and especially taking the kids with him to hunt and fish. He always enjoyed being with his family. Preceding Homer in death…
Read MoreRegenia Faye Bowman
Regenia Faye Bowman, 58, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Tuesday, November 16, 2021. Regenia was a member of Pikeville Church of Christ, and worked as an x-ray tech in the medical field. She enjoyed playing with the grandkids, loved watching WWF Wrestling, and Nascar Racing, specifically Dale Earnhardt. Preceding Regenia in death were her parents, Thomas…
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