Pikeville firemen recognized as Firefighter of the Year
Pikeville Volunteer Fire Department (PVFD) had two of its members honored with the Tennessee Firemen Association (TFA) Firefighter of the Year award. Recognized were Captain Garrett Angel and firefighter Dylan Davis at the 90th annual TFA Conference hosted by the Pikeville Volunteer Fire Department in Cookeville October 13-16. For more see the October 19 issue…
Read MoreCommissioners try to oust fellow commissioner
Tempers flared during Monday evening’s Bledsoe County Commission meeting, but not over the spreading of treated human waste on area farms, but over a commissioner who is suing Bledsoe County. Commissioners tried to oust Andrew Swafford as a commissioner since he was ultimately suing the county taxpayers, the people he was elected to serve. Commissioner…
Read MoreSheila Reed Sandell
Sheila Reed Sandell, 57, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at her home. She loved her family, especially spending time with her granddaughters. She loved her dog, Snickers. She could always be found in her signature color “purple.” She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Inez Reed; brothers, Jeff and…
Read MoreJames Marvin Cope
James Marvin Cope, 69, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Friday, October 13, 2023. Marvin enjoyed farming, fishing, and working on vehicles. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Nettie V. Broyles Cope; brother, Frank Lee Cope. Left to cherish his memory is his sons, Frank Waylon (Amber) Cope, Dalton Cope; daughter,…
Read MoreMildred Ann Gill Wheeler
Mildred Ann Gill Wheeler, 91, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 8, 2023. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren G. Wheeler; parents, G.W. and Katherine Gill; and daughter, Sharlene Ann Johnson. She is survived by her son, Lyndon L. (Jan) Wheeler; grandchildren, Alisha Rose (Chris) Niswonger…
Read MoreAlma Elizabeth Goforth Wooden
Alma Elizabeth Goforth Wooden, 87, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. She was born in Rhea County Tennessee was a member of the New Harmony Baptist Church in Pikeville, Tennessee. She loved going to church, working in her yard, taking care of her children, and mowing the yard. She dearly…
Read MorePerry ‘Cabbage Head’ Clemons Sullivan
Perry ‘Cabbage Head’ Clemons Sullivan, 83, of Pikeville, Tennessee went home to be with Lord on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Perry was raised in the Christian faith on a farm in Bledsoe County by his loving parents Oscar and Wilma Sullivan. He had three sisters: Toni Allison, Joan Sullivan(deceased) and Karen Schonschack. He is survived…
Read MoreMitsi Jean Smith
Mitsi Jean Smith, a beloved resident of Pitts Gap Mountain, passed away peacefully at her home on October 2, 2023. Her life was a rich narrative of love, dedication, and resilience. Born on November 6, 1961, Mitsi was the cherished daughter of Melvin Smith and Shelba Johnson Smith. She grew up amidst the scenic beauty…
Read MoreFight like a Warrior: Defeat breast cancer
It’s hard to find anyone who has not been in some way affected by breast cancer – whether it be suffering personally from cancer or knowing someone with it or who lost their battle with the disease. On Friday night, during Bledsoe County High School’s game against Polk County, special recognition was given women who…
Read MoreJohnson experiences the magic of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Twenty-one students, alumni, teachers and friends of Freed-Hardeman University returned from Edinburgh Festival Fringe, a world-renowned theatre festival in Scotland, with a healthier dose of self confidence, stronger problem solving skills and adaptability. Lucas Johnson, of Pikeville, who is earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Performance was among those on the trip. Johnson was…
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