Teresa Lynne “Terri” Randolph
Teresa Lynne “Terri” Randolph Teresa Lynne “Terri” Randolph, 65, passed away on January 16, 2026. She was born on June 17, 1960. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Beck; her mother, Rebecca Beck Combass; and her grandmother, Lorene Johnson. Terri is survived by her daughters, Veronica (Jimmy) Sorrow and Rebecca (Noah) Deron;…
Read MorePatrick James Poulson
Patrick James Poulson Patrick James Poulson, 62, of Spencer, Tennessee, died Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He was a member of Lonewood The Baptist Church of Christ. He was formerly employed at TVA where he worked at Sequoia. He loved to watch the Tennessee Vols and loved sports. He also enjoyed antique cars. He was preceded…
Read MoreJerry Lee Johnson
Jerry Lee Johnson Jerry Lee Johnson, 78, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on January 21, 2026. Born on February 6, 1947, Jerry lived most of his life in Pikeville, a town he held close to his heart. Known affectionately as “Poppy” by his grandchildren, Jerry was a man of…
Read MoreRobert Raymond (Ray) Evans
Robert Raymond (Ray) Evans Robert Raymond (Ray) Evans, 88 of Pikeville, Tennessee went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 22, 2026, at his home. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Pikeville, St. Elmo Lodge #437 F&A.M., a KCCH Mason and member of the Chattanooga Scottish Rite, Alhambra…
Read MoreAngel to lead Sequatchie Valley Mutual Aid
Pikeville Fire Department Chief Garrett Angel has been appointed to lead the Sequatchie Valley Mutual Aid Association as its president. The Association consists of nine volunteer fire departments in Bledsoe, Sequatchie, and Marion counties. He succeeds longtime Association president, Paul Swafford, who led the group for 22 years. Angel will lead the Association when it…
Read MoreFair named first runner-up in A Division
The Bledsoe County Fair Association attended the Tennessee Association of Fairs Convention in Murfreesboro over the weekend, bringing home multiple honors and recognitions. The local Fair received first runner-up in the A Division, an achievement made possible through the support of sponsors, volunteers, and community supporters, noted Board members. On behalf of the Fair Board,…
Read MoreBTC Fiber offers online safety workshop
BTC Fiber is excited to announce an upcoming educational workshop, “Staying Safe Online: Avoid Scams & Password Protection,” designed to help community members navigate today’s digital world more safely and confidently. This session will cover essential topics such as how to spot common online scams, create and manage strong passwords, and stay safe on social…
Read MoreSteps start for animal shelter
About 50 people, with the common goal to get an animal shelter in the county, met Monday evening at Lee Station Baptist Church. The group appointed a board of directors and are hoping to call the shelter W.A.G.S. – Where Animals Get Saved. This group is one of two working towards getting an animal shelter…
Read More30 years later – family still seeks answers
The family of Anne (Anna) Blanche Ferguson Frady have never lost hope in finding her after she disappeared 30 years ago, never to be heard from again. She was last seen on January 14, 1996 at what was known at the time as J.J.’s Market, now Elite Market on Main Street in Pikeville. According to…
Read MoreEarl Lee Dill
Earl Lee Dill, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on May 3, 2025. Earl Lee was a charter member of First Souther Baptist Church in Pikeville, Tennessee. Earl’s membership was transferred to Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Knoxville, where he and his wife and family made their home. Earl Lee…
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