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It was a normal day, said Deborah Reece, except her husband, Richard, said his chest was burning. He didn’t think he needed to go to the hospital but later decided to. On the way to Erlanger Bledsoe from the Nine Mile community, Deborah said Richard continued to talk until they turned onto US 127. For…

Blown up characters from penguins to Santa flying an airplane appeared to be the theme for most of the homes that were entered in the 44th annual Christmas Decorating Contest sponsored by The Bledsonian-Banner. This year’s winner was no exception. The home of D and Cheryl Koslicki at 189 Cumberland Avenue topped the judges’ list…

The Bledsoe County High School Drama Department presents The Spell of Sleeping Beauty, adapted by Vera Morris. This captivating, frolicsome version of the always-popular classic has it all – charm, action, romance, comedy, thrills, plus zany and lovable characters. Suitable for all age groups. The play is open to the public today, December 17 at 6:00…

While most 11 year olds are not thinking about starting a business and helping others, there is one who does — Gabby Franklin, a fifth grade student at Mary V. Wheeler Elementary. In June, she told her mother, Stephanie, she wanted to start a business making specialty pens. “I wanted something I could do to…

Railway returning to Pikeville? That was a question circulating in town last week when a truck pulled into town with an old caboose loaded on a trailer. The caboose was on its way to its new home at the Sequatchie Valley Railway Village being constructed in Pikeville, announced Isaiah Knowles, one of the organizers. It…

For the first time since 2010, the Bledsoe County High School agricultural program will be tending livestock at its newly constructed Ag Barn on the school campus. Members of the Bledsoe FFA Chapter and School Board held a ribbon cutting at the barn/classroom facility located adjacent to the football field house. Agricultural education instructor Ronny…

From the Winter Nights to Magical Lights, the 28th annual Christmas Parade in downtown Pikeville was truly one to remember. Sparking delight not only in their winning float but also in their representation of Bledsoe County was the 2024 BCHS football team. Their float – Historical Season 2024 Under Magical Lights was the overall winner.…

You can now access the Women in Business in the Sequatchie Valley special section online at The Bledsonian-Banner and The Dunlap Tribune websites. Visit www.thebledsonian-banner.com or www.thedunlap-tribune.com, click on ARCHIVES at the top right corner of the home page, then SPECIAL SECTIONS. Click the Women in Business file and enjoy learning about the remarkable women…

Bundle the family up Saturday and come to downtown Pikeville for the 28th annual lighted Christmas Parade with the theme of Winter Nights and Holiday Lights. Not only is there going to be parade, but there’s going to be an ugly sweater contest, karaoke contest, food trucks, holiday market, bicycles given away, and Jolly Ole…

Local Ayers Foundation Scholars lead the State As local high school seniors in the Class of 2025 soon begin completing this year’s FAFSA (Federal Application for Federal Student Aid) it opens the door to millions of dollars in college scholarships and grants. This year, Bledsoe County High School is celebrating the Class of 2024’s great…