Students learn history, perspectives, in Wax Museum project at Griffith
The long-time wax museum project for fourth graders at Griffith Elementary School was conducted a bit differently this year. Instead of choosing either a historical or modern figure, often a president, ball player, or 20th century leader, fourth grade students selected individuals from the American Revolution era. For more see the March 17 issue of…
Read MoreDolores Schwartz Winters
Dolores Florence Schwartz Winters, 86, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee passed away March 11, 2022 at her residence. She was of the Mormon faith. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Anna Lamouth Schwarts; three daughters, Michelle McCormick Hoover, Denise McCormick and Laura Foster Chasteen. She is survived by her children, Tina Childress…
Read MoreChristopher Carl Martin
Christopher Carl Martin, 40, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away unexpectedly on March 8, 2022 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Annie Mae and Carl Martin; grandfather, Wilbur Larkin; and uncle, Craig Larkin. He is survived by his parents, Terry and Cheryl Martin; siblings, Michael Lee Martin and Noelecca (Mike) Page;…
Read MoreInvestigation after two deaths at home
An investigation is underway by the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation following two deaths at a Cagle Mountain home, Sheriff Coy Swanger reported. Authorities responded to the residence on Tuesday afternoon, March 8. See the Dunlap Tribune’s March 17 issue for more information.
Read MoreWoodcock Cove increases recreation opportunities
With trails cleared and easy vehicle access off Fredonia Road, Woodcock Cove will become a destination for rock climbers and others seeking to enjoy the outdoors in Sequatchie County, according to the Southeast Climbers Coalition (SCC). A grand opening for the Cove, at the end of Hobbstown Road, was held March 1. “Outdoor recreation is…
Read MoreCruising the Great Tennessee Valley
Seeking a method to unite the Sequatchie Valley through tourism along the Scenic Byway from Marion to Sequatchie to Bledsoe and into Cumberland counties, cruise-ins are key. Participants can earn prizes and puzzle pieces from each cruise-in while showing off their vehicles to other local owners, and vehicle enthusiasts. A local group of car enthusiasts…
Read MoreJack Turner
Jack Baxter Turner, 91, of Whitwell, Tennessee passed away March 5, 2022. He was a heavy equipment operator and member of the Local 917 Union of Operating Engineers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Baxter and Ellen Levan Turner; brothers, Doris, Mack, Otis, and Owen; and sisters, Evelyn Baldwin, Lala Douglas, Mary Humble,…
Read MoreJohnny Sullivan
Johnny Sullivan, 57, of Dunlap, died, Sunday, February 27, 2022. He was employed with BTC Fiber. He was preceded in death by his father, W.S. Sullivan; and brother, Ken Sullivan. He is survived by his wife, Donna Sullivan; daughter, Cheyenne Sullivan; mother, Mary Sullivan; sister, Phyllis Hixson; brothers, David Sullivan and Mike Sullivan,…
Read MoreJohn Rigney
John Anderson Rigney, 84, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga from heart failure. He was born June 2, 1937 to Willie Caine and Dora Francis Rigney of Albany, Kentucky. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Lois Sells Rigney; siblings,…
Read MoreWilliam Dewey Ratcliffe, Jr.
William Dewey Ratcliffe, Jr., 63, of Dunlap, passed away Monday, February 28, 2022 at Hospice of Chattanooga Care Center. He was of the Seventh-day Adventist faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Dewey Ratcliffe, Sr. and Virginia Naomi Blankenship Ratcliffe; and brother, Jeffrey Ratcliffe. He is survived by his daughter, Virginia Darlene…
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