It’s Quilt-N-Time preserves tradition
Quilting is part of the heritage of Pikeville. It’s Quilt-N-Time is preserving that heritage and that of her predecessor, Judy Yates, previous owner of The Loom that was housed in the same historic building at 406 Cumberland Avenue. Nearly 1000 bolts of quilting cloths from solids to gingham to 1930s prints line the walls of…
Read MoreEleanor Ozetta Joyce Blaylock Angel
Eleanor Ozetta Joyce Blaylock Angel, 82, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. Eleanor loved her family and grandchildren. She was a member of Cold Springs Baptist Church. In the past Eleanor worked at Bledsoe County Nursing Home in the activities department. She always…
Read MoreReverend Bill Wolfe
Reverend Bill Wolfe Reverend Bill Wolfe, 61, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. He was the pastor at Lee Station Baptist Church and founder of The House of Hope. He was an employee of Citizen’s Tri-County Bank for 17 years. He lived to serve others and showed Christ’s love to everyone. He…
Read MorePatricia Deane (Burke) Hauenstein Williams
Patricia Deane (Burke) Hauenstein Williams Patricia Deane (Burke) Hauenstein Williams born October 26, 1945 in Denver, Colorado returned to her heavenly parents September 1, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. Born to John Milton Burke and Hester Deane (Stringer) Burke, Patricia grew up in Denver, Colorado where she was a member of the Rainbow…
Read MoreOfficers get soaked with ice cold water
Helped raise funds for coats and toys for children with Cash Express During July and August and at the Bledsoe County Agriculture Fair, people had the opportunity to donate cash to raise funds for the annual coat and toy drive sponsored by Cash Express. They could either donate in the Pikeville Police Department, Bledsoe County…
Read MoreFolk 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,…
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