Area News

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…

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.…

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.

A whimsical tale of friendship, fairies, and farmyard magic is told in a new children’s book, Emma and the Fairy Stirrups, written by Jennifer B. Workman of Pikeville. The book charms young readers with enchantment and heart. For more see the July 17 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.

Interviews for a new Director of Schools are being held Thursday, July 17 at 5:00 p.m. at Bledsoe County Middle School. Four of six candidates who applied are being considered to fill the vacancy left by former director, Selina Sparkman, who left the school district to accept a position in West Tennessee, closer to her…

by BailLee McCauley Intern Reporter Be sure to stop in at The Lazy Buzzard for a great time full of memories, crafts, hobbies, and creativity! Chris Munger, owner of The Lazy Buzzard, started the business back in 2023 by first offering laser engraving services. Later in 2024, an opportunity allowed Chris to occupy a space…

The book, De La Chaumette to Shewmake: a genealogy and history, by Doris Ellen Witter Bland has been donated to the Bledsoe County Library. Doris has been working on the 686 page family history since 1970. For more see the July 10 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.

Millions of dollars of no-cost medical services are going to be provided in Pikeville and in Evensville July 11-21. Tennesseans can receive wellness checkups, sports physicals, vision, dental, and mental health services at no cost through the Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) Operation Healthy Tennessee. For more see the July 10 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.

Water donations needed Two years ago, 2,600 people received over $1.6 million worth of medical services through Operation Healthy Tennessee provided by the military with its Innovative Readiness Training (IRT). The IRT is returning July 11-21 so Tennessee residents have the opportunity to once again receive no-cost medical treatment in Pikeville and in Evensville. For…

By BaiLee McCauley – Intern Reporter The continuing to develop, Creek Side Plaza, just off of US Highway 127 across from the Pikeville Funeral Home, gives new and experienced entrepreneurs the opportunity to grow their business while offering the public a great day out experience. One of the key businesses that led to the development…