Teens pass away in intersection wreck
Driver Austin Moffitt, 18, and passenger Alexis C. McCann, 19, both of Dunlap, passed away in a September 29 wreck at the Highway 28 and John Burch Road intersection, the Tennessee Highway Patrol reported. THP stated Moffitt was driving a 2016 Jeep Patriot and pulled into the path of a southbound Freightliner, driven by Jeffrey…
Read MoreOktoberfest, cycling this weekend
Two unique events, free to the public, are taking place in Dunlap September 30-October 1. With a base of Harris Park, Cycle Sequatchie Century returns for cycling rides of varying length, and for the first time, Oktoberfest is being held. Oktoberfest, the traditional German festival, begins Friday with music provided by the Chattanooga party band,…
Read MoreSavage Gulf joins state parks
Gov. Bill Lee and Commissioner David Salyers of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has announced the creation of Savage Gulf State Park in Grundy and Sequatchie counties, a boost for recreation in the region, bringing the total of Tennessee’s state parks to 57. The park, featuring one of Tennessee’s most scenic areas,…
Read MoreMary Alice Trussell Scott
Mary Alice Trussell Scott, 88, of Pikeville, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Newt and Grace Trussell; husband, Charles H. Scott, Sr.; son, Charles H. Scott, Jr.; sister, Sallie Trussell; and three brothers, Buck, Bill and John Trussell.…
Read MoreCarla “Elaine” Wheeler Rohr
Carla “Elaine” Wheeler Rohr, 68, of Flatrock, Alabama, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022 at Memorial Hospital. She was a wonderful wife, daughter, mother and grandmother. She loved to learn and obtained three master’s degrees. She was preceded in death by her mother, Grace Gahler Wheeler. She is survived by her husband, Stephen Rohr; father,…
Read MoreNichole Marie Beckwith Pennick
Nichole Marie Beckwith Pennick, 52 of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2022. She attended Lewis Chapel Church of God. Nichole was a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, sister and grandmother She is survived by her husband, Jefferie Pennick; mother, Judy Beckwith; children, Jefferie Pennick, Christopher Beckwith, Ashley Harper, Ryan Harper; step-daughter, Shannon Pennick; sisters,…
Read MoreHoward Donald Farley
Howard Donald Farley, 84, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022 at his home on Cagle Mountain. He was a member of the United Church of God. He was preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Pauline Swanger Farley; brothers, Eugene (Grace) Farley and David (Velma) Farley; sisters, Louise (Milburn) Wright, Helen…
Read MoreLois Ann Yancey Endicott
Lois Ann Yancey Endicott, 84, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Lois was a member of Whit-well Church of God and the Prime Timers Seniors Group. She retired from Tuscarora in Marion, Ohio and moved to…
Read MoreSteve Thomas Bowman
Steve Thomas Bowman of Dunlap, Tennessee born August 26, 1950, was called home to be with Jesus on September 1, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Dora Bowman; wife, Dean Bowman; brothers, Edd and Johnny Bowman; and sisters, Barbara Covington, Carolyn McCary and Janet Dawson. Steve is survived by his…
Read MoreIndians seek to retain possession of challenge trophy in rivalry game Friday
Sequatchie County High School’s senior football players are working to lead the team to a ninth win in 10 years against rival Bledsoe, with the game being played September 23 in Pikeville. The time is 30 minutes earlier than usual, at 6:30 p.m. The winning team keeps the challenge trophy for one year and is…
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