Paul Frank Fruik
Paul Frank Fruik passed away on September 15, 2025. He was a veteran who proudly served his country. Then he went into law enforcement in Tampa before retiring here in Pikeville. He became a driver for Medride which he loved his passengers. He is survived by his siblings Sharon Wirkes, Chucky Fruik, Teri Fruik, Jerry…
Read MoreWalter Reed Sells
Walter Reed Sells With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Walter Reed Sells, age 88, of Pikeville, TN, who died Thursday, September 18, 2025. Reed was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished member of our community. Reed was a true servant of God, and he lived his life with a heart full…
Read MoreRevised: Vapes found with high levels of THC
REVISED RELEASE: The Sunoco, in north Pikeville, is currently closed due to an ongoing investigation. On Thursday afternoon, September 18, 2025, authorities conducted an e-cigarette “vape” sales investigation and found a local store selling vapes with excessive levels of THC (primary psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant responsible for intoxicating effects associated with marijuana…
Read MoreFall Creek Falls Utility District testing lines
Efforts are underway to locate and repair any waterline leaks on the Fall Creek Falls Utility District (FCFUD) system, announced Monica Blankenship, FCFUD office manager. Prowler Water has been contracted to check for leakages and excessive water flow on all FCFUD meters and waterlines, she said. Prowler General Manager Matthew Dipilato will be using specialized…
Read MoreDr. Morgan paintings offered at special price during Pikeville Fall Festival
A man of many talents,the late Dr. Rufus Morgan not only was a physician in the area but a renowned painter. He was known for painting scenes from his beloved Bledsoe County, depicting the lives of many he came in contact with. Many of those paintings are going to be available for purchase at a…
Read MoreNancy Louise Kerley Stout
Nancy Louise Kerley Stout, 83 of Pikeville, Tennessee went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, September 7, 2025. Louise attended Mt. Crest Church of God of Prophecy, loved her family and church family, enjoyed cooking, doing ceramics, gardening, and watching her hummingbirds. Preceding Louise in death were her husband, Elmer Lee Stout; parents,…
Read MoreEleanor Jean Farmer
Eleanor Jean Farmer, 91, of Bowling Green, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theron and Edith Farmer, Cold Springs; baby sister, Edna Ruth; and brother, Euell Farmer of Battle Creek, Michigan. She is survived by her brother, Earl Kenneth Farmer, Cold Springs; nephews, Russell, Lloyd…
Read MoreEmily Howell
Emily Howell Emily Howell, 84, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was a member of First Southern Baptist Church. She was an Avon lady for nearly 40 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Beecher Howell; parents, Tom and Bethel Walls; sisters, Martha Hellen Webb and Marie McLemore; and eight…
Read MoreNancy Louise Kerley Stout
Nancy Louise Kerley Stout Nancy Louise Kerley Stout, 83 of Pikeville, Tennessee went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, September 07, 2025. Louise attended Mt. Crest Church of God of Prophecy, loved her family and church family, enjoyed cooking, doing ceramics, gardening, and watching her hummingbirds. Preceding Louise in death were her husband,…
Read MoreBCHS students bring suicide awareness
During the month of September, the Youth Mental Health Council/AWARE Club at Bledsoe County High School is educating their peers on suicide prevention and where help can be obtained. They have been busy planning and executing activities for the students to make them more aware of ways they can help fellow students who may be…
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