James Glen Ferry
James Glen Ferry James Glen Ferry (Jim), 81, of Graysville, Tennessee, died in his home Sunday, November 30, 2025. He was a veteran in the U.S. Army and a member of the VFW and American Legion. He was a partner in Ferry Drywall until his retirement in 2007. He loved good craft brew and spending…
Read MoreArea open to welcome holiday season
Many area farms have been offering special days to everyone to come experience farm life in Bledsoe County to welcome the Christmas season. This Saturday, December 6, Manderley Farms is opening its gates for everyone to come visit. There is no fee to enter, but there are craft booths, food vendors, and more that will…
Read MoreMonkey Cuts Lawn Service and Excavating wins Best Overall Float
There was no monkeying around when it came to choosing the best overall float winner this year for the Sounds of Christmas. Receiving the Pam McBay Memorial Award was Monkey Cuts Lawn Service and Excavating. The truck pulling the float was covered in bright multi-colored lights from bumper to bumper. It pulled Santa’s, larger-than-life reindeer,…
Read MoreJacob Nolan Grimes
Jacob Nolan Grimes, 29, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away peacefully after a short illness at Erlanger Hospital on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. surrounded by his wife, Jessica Brown and his family, Tammy, Anthony and Zach Grimes. Jacob was born on April 18, 1996. He attended Brainerd Baptist Elementary and Grace Baptist Academy…
Read MoreFredonna Marie Diller Davis
Fredonna Marie Diller Davis, 85, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025 at her residence. She was born August 23, 1940 in Fort Wayne Indiana. She was a member of Trier Ridge Community Church in Fort Wayne. She loved her family and especially spending time with her grandchildren and great grands. She enjoyed…
Read MoreTammy Renee Evans Cagle
Tammy Renee Evans Cagle, 54 of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Friday, November 28, 2025. Tammy was of the Christian Faith, loved her children and grandchildren, and enjoyed cooking. Preceding Tammy in death was her daughter, Katlyn Cagle; parents, Arthur Lee and Maxie Lee Angel Evans. Tammy will be dearly missed by her sons, Garrett and…
Read MoreDavid “Scott” Johnson
David “Scott” Johnson, 56, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Sunday, November 23, 2025. He was a 1987 graduate of Bledsoe County High School. He was very lighthearted, humorous, giving and kind. He was a loving father, son, brother and friend. He enjoyed golfing, boating, trucks and music of all kinds. He was preceded in death by…
Read MoreCounty receives $1 million for waterline extension
Failing wells and inability to get wells led to the request by Bledsoe County Mayor Gregg Ridley to seek state funding to extend waterlines to 27 households on Brea Road and eight on Arlin Holland Road. He said Tennessee Senator Todd Gardenhire was instrumental in obtaining state appropriations to fund the waterline extension. For more…
Read MoreParade is Saturday downtown
Pikeville is tuning up for its 29th annual Light Up Pikeville Christmas Parade, and this year’s theme, “Sounds of Christmas,” invites the community to celebrate the music that makes the season magical. From classic carols and toe-tapping bluegrass to festive jingles and joyful noise, participants are encouraged to bring the theme to life through creative…
Read MoreErlanger Bledsoe to receive $1.5 million for improvements
The longest federal shutdown in American history ended with legislation that included $1,500,000 funding for upgrades to Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital in Pikeville. U.S. Representative Scott DesJarlais (R-TN-4) requested this funding, which was included in the federal appropriations bill passed by the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. President Donald J. Trump signed the…
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