Landon Cox
Landon Cox Landon Cox, 90, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died at his home on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. He was a member of Summer City Church of God where he laid the foundation. He was a very godly man and to know him was to love him. You could always find him whistling. He loved his…
Read MoreBillie June Watson
Billie June Watson Billie June Watson, 49, of Spencer, Tennessee, died Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her home. She was preceded in death by her father, William Earl Watson; and grandparents, Dan and Betty Dunn and Chester and Dixie Watson. She is survived by her son, Brandon Lee Goodwin of Spencer; mother, Barbara Watson of…
Read MoreSpring Carnival rolls into town
The Bledsoe County Fair has brought a Spring Carnival to town for all to enjoy May 23-27 at the fairgrounds on Allen P. Deakins Road in Pikeville. Gates are open daily from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. with free parking. For more see the May 25 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
Read MoreThe Fields in a holding pattern
The Fields, a luxury fly-in community being developed south of Pikeville in Bledsoe County, is in a holding pattern at this time, reports Craig Fuller, developer. He said they have been anxiously awaiting the necessary permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. For more see the May 25 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
Read MoreDr. Jame Ross House & Museum: What’s Inside?
In downtown Pikeville, at the corner of Frazier Street and Upper East Valley Road, there is a historically restored house, painted in blue with white trim. Inside, you will find an array of artifacts about Pikeville and Bledsoe County – its people, its way of life, and its history. The structure is known as the…
Read MoreBCHS Class Night Thursday, Graduation is Friday
Inside this week’s issue of The Bledsonian-Banner is the Graduation Keepsake featuring photos of the Bledsoe County High School and home school seniors, sponsored by local advertisers and individuals. On Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m., Class Night is planned. BCHS seniors will be honored with their academic, athletic, and scholarship awards. Graduation is Friday night…
Read MoreCharacter plants Lawson at Bryan
Makade Lawson’s overall character caught the attention of Bryan College’s soccer coach who offered him both an athletic scholarship and academic scholarship to the college. He will join the Lions soccer team and one of his former teammates for the fall 2023 season. Bryan’s head soccer coach, Jeremy Davidson, said he got to see Makade…
Read MoreMcCullough taking volleyball talent to Berea
Alexis “Lexi” McCullough had to leave her state-winning volleyball team in Colorado her senior year and move to the rural community of Bledsoe County, Tennessee, due to her father’s employment. The move has been rewarded with her being accepted to play volleyball for Berea College in Kentucky. She said the transition from her small Colorado…
Read MoreBCHS softball remains unbeaten in tournament play
The 20-0 Lady Warriors defeated Watertown 6-0 on May 15 in the semifinal to move to the Region 3AA Championship on May 17. BCHS will travel to Westmoreland High School to play for the title and a chance at a state run. Game time is set for 5:00 p.m. Last year, Bledsoe defeated Westmoreland 1-0…
Read MoreBobby Richardson
Bobby Richardson Bobby Richardson, 76, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and an avid farmer. He loved hunting and fishing. He worked at the Farmers Co-op for 30 years, Morgan Pallet Shop for 10 years, Roadbuilders for 10 years and R & R Kuntry…
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