Roger Dale Hodge
Roger Dale Hodge, 75, of Spencer, Tennessee, died Saturday, August 2, 2025 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. He was the former owner of Nyla’s Place in Pikeville. He performed with Ed Frazier and the TN Echoes. He enjoyed singing and liked to fish and hunt. He was preceded in death by…
Read MoreGood genes, eating healthy, and faith in God aid to Hunter’s 100th birthday
What is the secret to a long life? Credith Hunter attributes hers to good genetics, eating healthy homegrown food on scheduled time, and her faith in God. Hunter celebrated her 100th birthday a day early on July 27 with her son, Don and his wife Linda; daughter Cathy Mayes and her husband and granddaughter Meghan…
Read MoreHolland crowned 2025 Fairest of the Fair
Over 50 contestants participated in the Bledsoe County Agricultural Fair’s Fairest of the Fair pageant held Saturday, July 26 at the high school. Crowned the 2025 Fairest of the Fair was Macy Holland. In addition to being crowned Fairest of the Fair, Holland was chosen as having the Prettiest Hair, Best Dressed, Best Personality, People’s Choice Award…
Read MoreMarvin Wayne DeBord
Marvin Wayne DeBord, 72, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Hospice of Chattanooga Care Center after an extended illness. He was of the church of Christ faith and a member of Bledsoe County Senior Center. He is survived by several cousins and his beloved dog, Curtis; and caregiver, JoAnn Britt and…
Read MoreGaylon VanWinkle
Gaylon VanWinkle Gaylon VanWinkle, 66, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, July 23, 2025. He was of the Christian faith. He worked 18 years at STSRCF. He owned and operated GRW Mowing. He had a lifelong passion for working on old cars and could often be found in the garage restoring classic vehicles. He was preceded…
Read MoreHistoric jail to become venue
For months now, restoration of the Bledsoe County Jail has been underway. Currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the new owners are writing a chapter in the old jail’s history which includes contributing to the community they have quickly grown to love. For more see the July 24 issue of The Bledsonian…
Read MoreSewer plant’s clarifier units breakdown, cause contamination, problem corrected
The need for the new 18.6 million dollar waste water (sewer) plant became more evident in June when the City of Pikeville’s sewer treatment plant had two clarifying machines go down within days of each other, said Justin Thomas, the City’s waste water supervisor. This breakdown caused contaminated waste water to enter the Sequatchie River.…
Read MoreDr. Walker named Director of Schools
Dr. Kristy Walker has been chosen as the incoming Director of Schools for Bledsoe County, replacing Selina Sparkman. The School Board interviewed four potential candidates on Thursday, July 17 before making their final decision. For more see the July 24 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
Read MoreHouston O’Neil Brown
Houston O’Neil Brown, 70, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Friday, July 18, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Neil was a member of West End Church of God, loved his family, and enjoyed playing with his grandchildren. He was a great interior painter for many years, and in his spare time he enjoyed…
Read MoreCaleb Josiah Hysell
Caleb Josiah Hysell, age 27, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was a member of Summer City Baptist Church. He attended Calvary Chapel in Chattanooga. He was a 2016 graduate of Bledsoe County High School. He was an avid dirt-bike enthusiast and rider. He loved a jacked-up truck. He was passionate about…
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