Groundhog Day: A tradition of weather and folklore
by Daelyn Haston BCHS Jouralism Groundhog Day is celebrated every year on February 2nd in the United States and Canada. On this day, people look to a groundhog to predict how much longer winter will last. According to tradition, if the groundhog sees its shadow when it emerges from its burrow, there will be six…
Read MoreSheriff Morris seeks re-election to office
Jimmy Morris is proud to announce his campaign for re-election as Bledsoe County Sheriff in the 2026 Republican Primary in May. He has served the families of Bledsoe County for the past 16 years as their Sheriff. “Serving as your Sheriff has been an honor, and I remain committed to keeping Bledsoe County a safe…
Read MoreAnother group forms to work towards an animal shelter for Bledsoe County
Interest in giving stray animals a shelter where they can be vetted and kept until they can be adopted continues to grow as another group has formed. Mountain Paws Rescue committee members have goals to build a facility to house up to 400 dogs and 200 cats in Bledsoe County. This group met Tuesday, January…
Read MoreBledsoe County Schools showing improvement in State letter grades
Bledsoe County Schools have demonstrated overall improvement in the Tennessee Department of Education’s newly released School Letter Grades, with all schools showing growth from the prior year. The School Letter Grades system was established under T.C.A. § 49-1-228, legislation passed in 2016 to provide parents and families with clear, consistent information about how Tennessee public…
Read MoreJake Reagan
Jake Reagan Jake Reagan, 94, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at his home. He was a member of Calvary Freewill Baptist Church. He was a United States Army veteran, serving in the Korean War. He worked as a welder at Nashville Bridge Company, as well as TVA and Bowater. He loved horses,…
Read MoreTeresa 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…
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