Helping Pikeville add to Cruise-In Tour
by Adeline Cogar – BCHS Journalism Class Spring is just around the corner, and it’s time to get your vintage cars and trucks road ready to cruise the Sequatchie Valley National Scenic Byway and be a part of the cruise-in events in the Valley. Pikeville hosts the first Saturday of the month shows from May…
Read MoreHarvey Lee “Junie” Roberts, Jr.
Harvey Lee “Junie” Roberts, Jr., 76, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, Thursday, February 20, 2025. He was a member of Mt. Airy Baptist Church. Mr. Roberts worked for Coca-Cola for eight years and worked in HVAC for over 40 years. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. His…
Read MoreBolin named Governor’s Volunteer Star youth for Bledsoe County
As a teenager, Gracey Bolin has proven to be a true Tennessee Volunteer by giving countless hours to organizations that help others. For her volunteerism, she received the Governor’s Volunteer Star Award (GVSA) as a Bledsoe County youth on Sunday, February 16. For more see the February 20 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
Read MoreUtility player, Anderson, taking her game to Roane State in the fall
Known for her drive and ability to play every position on the court, JaLayne Anderson has reached one of her goals in life — to play volleyball at the college level. She signed to become a Lady Raider for Roane State Community College last week with family, teammates, and coaches there to support her.…
Read MoreElsie Marie Hedgecoth
Elsie Marie Hedgecoth, 76, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Saturday, February 15, 2025. She was a member of Shady Vale Church of God. She was a former employee of Robinson’s Manufacturing in Pikeville. She also ran a daycare for many years. She enjoyed sewing, crafting and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death…
Read MoreClifford E. Gray
Clifford E. Gray, 73, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Friday, February 14, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Truell Gray; mother, Opal Gray; special uncle, Grady Gray; sister, Sarah Henry; and brother-in-law, Bryan Henry. He is survived by his sister, Darlene (Allen Fisher) Gray Smith; one niece; two nephews; and several cousins.…
Read MoreAustin Thomas Wayne Brock
Austin Thomas Wayne Brock, 25, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025. Austin loved his family, was a 2017 graduate of Bledsoe County High School, enjoyed cutting wood and tinkering with junk cars. Austin was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Tommy and Kathy Henderson; paternal great-grandparents, William and Myrtle Campbell; paternal…
Read MoreBledsoe County Fair hosting annual dinner
Donate an auction item or make a monetary donation and eat for free at the Bledsoe County Fair’s Sponsorship Recognition, Century Farm Recognition and Auction. The Fair Association is accepting items for its annual event being held Saturday, February 22 at Bledsoe County High School at 5:30 p.m. For more see the February 13 issue of The…
Read MoreBoynton leads BCHS Class of 2025
All Top Ten seniors in Bledsoe County High School’s Class of 2025 have a 4.0 grade point average (GPA), and to determine the order, school officials had to use a weighted scale. Coming out with the highest weighted GPA was Ella Boynton followed by Kaylynn Churches, Mycah Walker, Rhylea Davis, Sarah Roberson, Kyleigh Fugate, Landry…
Read MoreCharles Dale Wagner, Jr.
Charles Dale Wagner, Jr., 79, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025. Charlie was a Mechanical Engineer for over 30 years, and was a member of First Southern Baptist Church. He loved his family, was an avid car enthusiast, and enjoyed farming. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Dale and…
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