School Dismissing at 12:30 today
Due to the serious weather threat today, March 25, Bledsoe County Schools will dismiss at 12:30 p.m. Local residents are encouraged to remain aware of the storms approaching. Everyone is encouraged to have some way to receive weather alerts from the National Weather Service today and tonight. Heavy rain is expected off and on all…
Read MoreCOVID-19 vaccine eligibility immediately expanded to all adults 16 and older in SE Tennessee
Beginning immediately, all individuals 16 and older in the 10-county Tennessee Department of Health Southeast Region are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, according to Southeast Regional Director Glenn Czarnecki. Local health departments offer the vaccine by appointment only. To book your appointment, visit vaccinate.tn.gov and click the blue “Proceed to COVID-19 questionnaire” button at the bottom of…
Read MoreFarrel Smith
Farrel Smith, 94, of Pikeville, Tennessee died peacefully at home Saturday, March 20, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of the Mt. Crest Church of God of Prophecy and served the Lord faithfully. He was a member of the Republican party and served in the U.S. Army Air Corp. (Air Force)…
Read MoreJack L. Marsh
Jack L. Marsh, 87, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Wednesday, March 17, 2021. He was a lifelong farmer. He loved the outdoors and had a strong work ethic. He was preceded in death by his parents, Powell and Hortense Marsh; brother, Bill Marsh; grandson, Cameron Slate Marsh; and brother-in-law, Marshel Fields. He is survived by his…
Read MoreKaren Loraine Dial
Karen Loraine Dial, 59, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Monday, March 15, 2021. Karen was a member of Pikeville Church of Christ, delivered the Chattanooga Times Free Press paper for 20-plus years, and had her beautician license. She enjoyed playing with her grandkids, loved flowers, plants, and coloring. Preceding Karen in death was her father, James…
Read More100 years young: Lola Belle Smith to celebrate March 26
Lola Belle Smith joins the 100-year-old Bledsoe County residents club this Friday, March 26. Smith was born in 1921 in Cumberland County to Monroe C. and Nancy Abigail Bickford, one of ten children. For more see the March 25 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
Read MorePrayer at graduation challenged by American Humanist Association
Bledsoe County Schools officials received notice last week from the American Humanist Association (AHA) “of looming legal action over constitutional violations occurring at Bledsoe County High School” revolving around prayer at graduation ceremonies. The AHA’s demand letter, addressed to Director of Schools James Ellis and BCHS Principal Mark Mosley, claims BCHS endorses official school prayers…
Read MoreBryan College signs Pell
Bledsoe County High School senior Julie Pell has signed to continue her academic and athletic career at Bryan College. BCHS Soccer Coach Julie Dimick-DeGenaro said she recruited Pell to her team from her Physical Education class. She noticed a competitiveness and tenacity in Pell and said once she convinced her to play she was able…
Read MoreGriffith resigns from Bledsoe County Commission
Bledsoe County Commissioner Brent Griffith [District 3A] officially resigned his position on the county commission effective March 15, 2021. “This is in regard to the time and effort that I must dedicate to a new job opportunity and my family,” Griffith said in his resignation letter. “I do not believe that I will have the…
Read MoreHope found in the darkest of times — Virus assaults the Rains family
On February 25, 2020, Elzada Smith Rains turned 85 years young. Just days before, she celebrated the milestone alongside 100-plus of her closest family and friends. If you never had the pleasure of meeting Elzada, better known as Aunt Tatie, the fact so many people showed up to her birthday party should tell you how…
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