Lucille Johnson
Lucille Johnson, 86, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Friday, January 9, 2026. She was of the Church of God faith. She loved flowers, liked to fish, sew, and feed the wild birds. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.L. Johnson; son, Steve Johnson; parents, Doc and Pearl Prater; and brothers, Lester Carlos and Loyd…
Read MoreAlfred Cooley
Alfred Cooley, 82, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was of the Church of Christ faith. He liked hunting, fishing, and arrowhead hunting. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Vietnam. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Cooley; his parents, Luther and Letha Cooley; and brother, Jay Cooley.…
Read MoreLinda Lou Anderson
Linda Lou Anderson, of Delton, Michigan passed away on January 1, 2026 at 79 years old, surrounded by family and friends. Linda was born on March 29, 1946 in Plainwell, Michigan to John & Beatrice Anderson. During her younger years, from childhood through her mid thirties, she resided in Orangeville, Michigan. Linda married William Ritchie…
Read MoreGladys Jean Fields Agee
Gladys Jean Fields Agee, 92, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Sunday, January 11, 2026. She was a member of Lone Oak The Baptist Church of Christ. She loved working in the vegetable and flower gardens. She found her love later in life for bluegrass music. She enjoyed traveling to listen to the Primitive Quartet. Her favorite…
Read MoreWho’s looking to run in the Bledsoe County May primary election?
Interest in the Bledsoe County General Election May Primary is growing. Twenty-four individuals had picked up qualifying papers as of Monday, January 5, for the seven office holder positions, four school board posts, and the 13 county commission seats. With current County Mayor, Gregg Ridley, opting not to run for office in 2026, the County…
Read MoreJustin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park awarded State Park of the Year
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has awarded Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park as its Park of the Year as part of TDEC’s annual Awards of Excellence for Tennessee State Parks. “With a strong focus on conservation and increasing access to visitors of all abilities, we’re proud to give Cumberland Trail…
Read MoreBlue Raiders sign McCauley
No stranger to hard work, BaiLee McCauley has been putting in the effort to achieve one of her goals – to play soccer at the collegiate level. She recently signed to become a Roane State Blue Raider soccer player and student. “BaiLee is an excellent athlete who exemplifies servant leadership,” said Rylee Evans, BCHS soccer…
Read MoreInez Harvey
Inez Harvey, 76, of the Mooneyham community, Tennessee, died Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at her home. She was a member of Mooneyham Church of God. She worked several years as a caretaker and in the cafeteria for several schools. She was a loving and caring person. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dallas…
Read MoreMargaret Rhea Britt
Margaret Rhea Britt, 71 of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026. Rhea was a member of Sequatchie Valley Church of Christ, loved talking to everyone she met, enjoyed working in her flower gardens, and going to thrift stores. Preceding Rhea in death were her parents, Mose and Blanche Lewis Britt; sisters, Brenda and…
Read MoreHannah honored as 50-year firefighter
It’s rare to find someone who has been a volunteer public servant for 50 years. The Pikeville Fire Department boasts such a rarity as it honored Dale Hannah who has is a 50-year veteran firefighter. Allan “Dale” Hannah Sr. joined the department on October 20, 1975, answering the call to serve at a time when…
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