Pikeville to celebrate July 4 and America’s 250th with parade, entertainment and more!
America celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the City of Pikeville is joining the celebration with special events in July from military recognition to a parade. The celebration starts on Wednesday, July 1, with a tribute to the Military who have served our nation. All Veterans and their families…
Read MoreCounty property tax remains unchanged
Bledsoe County property owners will be paying the same property tax rate of $2.063 per $100 of assessed value in 2026-27. County Commissioners met in special session Monday, June 22, setting the property tax rate and budget with a projected half-million dollar shortfall. In 2026-27, one penny is expected to generate $27,891.64 in revenue. The…
Read MoreNippers honored for Century Farms and attend special event
Tommy and Linda Nipper have two Tennessee Century Farms in Bledsoe County – the Tollett-Nipper farm added in 2014 and the Allison-Nipper farm earned the recognition in March, 2026. Through these distinctions, the Nippers recently attended a book release reception in Nashville for Century Farm owners. Dr. Carroll Van West’s new book, Tennessee’s Frontier Century…
Read MoreMatthew Thomas Vaughn
Matthew Thomas Vaughn, 29, of Pikeville, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2026. Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on October 18, 1996, Matthew lived a life defined by kindness, loyalty, hard work, and an unwavering love for those around him. He went on to build a successful career as a boilermaker with Local 454, earning…
Read MoreJames Robert “Robbie” Smith
James Robert “Robbie” Smith, 60, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Friday, June 19, 2026. Robbie was a life-long resident of Bledsoe County, worked at La-Z-Boy for 42 years, and attended Summer City Baptist Church. He was a volunteer firefighter for 41 years with Rigsby Fire Department, and was a horse farrier for 30-plus years. He loved…
Read MoreChristine Agee
Christine Agee, 91, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Saturday, June 20, 2026. She was a member of Cold Springs Church of Christ. She loved to cook and loved her flowers, plants and hummingbirds. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Allen Agee; parents, Franklin and Amanda Tucker; siblings, Blanche Pendergrass, Garland Tucker, Ozier Tucker…
Read MoreDDA providing $5 million in grant funding to Senior Centers
The Department of Disability and Aging (DDA) will be accepting applications for competitive grant funding for senior centers. This one-time grant funding is intended to support senior centers in providing older adults with access to resources, activities and social connections. The Tennessee General Assembly has provided $5 million to be distributed to senior centers throughout…
Read MoreArts Commission Grant recipients named
City of Pikeville receives $17,200 grant Five Tennessee Arts Commission grant recipients have been announced by State Representative Ron Travis in the 31st District. The City of Pikeville received $17,200; Friends of Fall Creek Falls State Park received $17,000, Valley Fest, Inc in Dunlap received $11,200, Rhea Heritage Preservation Foundation received $16,000, and the Tennessee…
Read MoreOne-time payment will provide direct food assistance to families in need
The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) will provide a $120 one-time payment directly to families in need across 13 counties through the Summer Nutrition Initiative starting Friday, June 12, 2026. The initiative first launched in 2025 as a state-funded effort to provide additional nutrition assistance to serve families in underserved counties. “This initiative reflects…
Read MoreJones runs for US Representative
United States Air Force veteran Harold “Rocky” Jones [R] officially announced his candidacy for the United States House of Representatives in Tennessee’s 4th Congressional District. Running as a mission-driven challenger, Jones is launching a grassroots campaign focused on protecting local communities, lowering the cost of living, and bringing accountability back to Washington. As a…
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