Folk Festival is this weekend at Park
The nip of fall is in the air, and its time for the 47th annual Mountaineer Folk Festival at Fall Creek Falls State Park. The three-day festival is being held at the Village area inside the park, behind the Visitors Center. On Friday and Saturday, September 5-6, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. the Park’s…
Read MoreGayla Ann Welch
Gayla Ann Welch, 71, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Monday, August 25, 2025, at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ann Welch; and brother, Tracy Welch. She is survived by her children, Angela Smith of Dutton, Alabama and Kevin Boynton of Pikeville; grandchildren, MacKenzie (Joey) McClelland, MaKalyn Hitchcock, Tanner Boynton…
Read MoreLarry Wayne Smith
Larry Wayne Smith, 72, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Monday, August 25, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Ann and Lewis Smith; nephews, Stevie Smith and Stevie Lewis; nieces, Jessie Jolley and Crystal Lewis; and brother-in-law, Ronnie Reece. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Pamela Smith of Pikeville; daughters,…
Read MoreJeffrey Lamar Henry
Jeffrey Lamar Henry, 68, of Pikeville, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 27, 2025. Jeff’s boundless warmth, infectious humor, and genuine kindness left an unforgettable mark on every heart he touched. His gift for connection was legendary; he could spark a conversation with anyone, anywhere, and make them feel…
Read MoreBledsoe FFA members compete at Wilson County/Tennessee State Fair
by BaiLee McCauley, Intern Reporter Fair season is here and on Monday August 18, the Bledsoe County FFA Chapter traveled to Lebanon for the annual Wilson County|Tennessee State Fair to compete in various agriculture based events. Competing not only gives students the opportunity to discover and enhance their understanding of important events that involve agriculture,…
Read MoreBledsoe County Schools off to strong start
A little over three weeks into the 2025-26 school year, and enrollment is up at Bledsoe County Schools. With a new director in place, and other administration, the year is off to a great start according to officials. Dr. Kristy Walker was named the Director of…
Read MoreJared Wayne Barker
Jared Wayne Barker, 41, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025. He always was the light in the room. Jared loved his family, friends, traveling, cars, fishing and being in nature. He was employed by Polk Telecommunications. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Wayne Barker; step-grandfather, Raymond Cagle; and brother, Drew…
Read MoreBlackburn shares views at townhall meeting
Community leaders and government officials gathered at a townhall meeting sponsored by U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn on Tuesday, August 12 at the Bledsoe County Courthouse. She discussed portions of President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” and other issues facing Tennesseans. Blackburn explained a tax permanence is in the President’s bill. She explained, the 2017 tax…
Read MoreBledsoe ready to defend Challenge Trophy
The senior football players at Bledsoe County High School plan to lead the way to retain possession of the challenge trophy, Chief Roaring Eagle, in Dunlap Friday night. Senior players re (kneeling, left to right) Dallas Bridges, Austyn Rains, Dominick Ramirez, Christian Ramos, and Logan Holland; (standing) Senior Vice President Wade Dodson with First Farmers…
Read MoreEloise Turner
Eloise Turner, 94, passed from this life on Saturday, August 16, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born in Bledsoe County on February 23, 1931, to Hoyt and Susie Marie Merriman. She was a faithful member of College Grove Church of Christ, and a resident of the Lusk Community. She was preceded…
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