Paint a rock, add it to Sequatchie Sam’s body and watch him grow!
Sequatchie Sam is slithering his way to the Bledsoe County Library and then on to the Bledsoe County Courthouse, but he needs your help to grow! Everyone is welcome to find a rock, be creative and paint it, then add it to Sequatchie Sam’s long body, said Tina Gerkman, project coordinator. For more see the…
Read MoreFields appointed interim director, search begins for new Director of Schools
Farrah Fields was appointed the interim Director of Schools for Bledsoe County during the Board of Education’s special called meeting Monday, June 23. The Board set an aggressive timeline to hire a new Director of Schools after officially accepting the resignation of Selina Sparkman. Sparkman has accepted a position with a school system in West…
Read MoreLuther Hollingsworth
Luther Hollingsworth Luther Hollingsworth, 87, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. He was born February 8, 1938 in Pikeville, Tennessee to his late parents, Luchion and Louise Hollingsworth. A devoted man of God, husband, and father, Luther lived a life of servant leadership, humility, and prayer. Luther dedicated his life to sharing the love…
Read MoreEmma Jean Bowman
Emma Jean Bowman Emma Jean Bowman, 75, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 18, 2025. She attended Lee Station Church of God. She enjoyed puzzle books, coloring, and playing dolls with her granddaughter. She liked camping and fishing. She was preceded in death by hers parents, Homer and Mary Ruth Smith; siblings, James, Carl and…
Read MoreBledsoe County Director of Schools resigns
Bledsoe County’s Director of Schools, Selina Sparkman, has officially submitted her resignation and it will be formally presented to the School Board on Monday evening, June 23 at a special called meeting. She has accepted a position with a school district in West Tennessee. During that meeting, an interim director of schools is expected to…
Read MoreHam radio operators’ field days June 28-29
Communication is key in different areas of life including being able to communicate as a Ham Radio Operator. On June 28-29 the Bledsoe County Amateur Radio Club (BCARC) is holding a Ham Radio Communications Field Day at 1507 Panter Bottom Road in Pikeville. If you are interested in Ham Radio or just curious, this event…
Read MoreLeeRoy Daniel
LeeRoy Daniel, 77, of Dayton, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at his home. He was a member of Community Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served in the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Anita Daniel; sister, Juanita Boring; and brother, Allen…
Read MoreClara “Peggy” Lane Smith
Clara “Peggy” Lane Smith, 76 of Pikeville, Tennessee died Tuesday, June 10, 2025 with her loving family by her side. She loved her family and was a hard worker. Peggy worked for Robinson Manufacturing in the sewing department and was the friendly cashier at the Dollar General Store. Peggy will be missed by all who…
Read MoreGrave marker for Robnett unveiled by USD of 1812
Family, friends, and fellow United States Daughters (USD) of 1812 gathered Sunday, June 8 to pay tribute to the late Elizabeth Parham Robnett with a grave-marking ceremony at Thomas Y. Swafford Cemetery. Volunteer-Wauhatchie Chapter President Phyllis Talbert Carter welcomed those in attendance and performed the dedication ceremony before unveiling the grave-marker. For more see the…
Read MoreMayor seeks additional testing of biosolids before spreading on area farms
Bledsoe County Mayor Gregg Ridley met with the City of Chattanooga council and a Synagro representative last week seeking additional testing, beyond EPA requirements, of biosolids (human waste). Many Bledsoe County farmers allow the City of Chattanooga through Synagro to spread biosolids on their pastures as a way to save on fertilizer costs. Mayor Ridley…
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