Imagean Long Pyburn
Imagean Long Pyburn, 82, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 at NHC Sequatchie. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Rosalee Phillips Long; and husband, Kenneth Pyburn. She is survived by her children, Harry (Joann), Pauline, Dewayne, Melvin, Bertha and Randy; siblings, William (Devota) and Shirley; several grandchildren and…
Read MoreLota Applewhite Greer
Lota Applewhite Greer died on March 13 at Alexian Village. She was born at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee on December 15, 1926. She was the daughter of Steve and Nina Applewhite, the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. O.H. Parnell of Chattanooga, and Dr. and Mrs. S. M. Applewhite of San Antonio, Texas. Lota was…
Read MoreJohn “Edward” Barker
John “ Edward” Barker, 80, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed from this life on March 9, 2026. He was a beloved husband, father and Papaw. He was a member of Chapel Hill Methodist Church and a good man who loved the Lord and believed in doing the right thing, even if it was hard. He enjoyed fishing,…
Read MoreHomer “Burnette” Barker
Homer “Burnette” Barker, 95, born November 8, 1930 in Dunlap, Tennessee went to be with his Jesus on March 10, 2026. He openly embraced and expressed a deep love for his family that will forever reign in our hearts. He loved people, in general, greeting everyone with that beautiful smile and handshake; known for his…
Read MoreBridge out on Cagle Mountain
The Sequatchie County Highway Department announced on Monday morning, March 9, that a one-lane bridge on Cherry Branch Road is out of service until further notice. A portion of the bridge is falling in, making it dangerous for traffic. The road is located on Cagle Mountain, off Highway 399.
Read MoreCandidates removed, reinstated for Primary
Two candidates running in the primary races for the Sequatchie County Commission on May 5 were temporarily removed from the ballot by the State Republican Party but are now back, reports Sequatchie County Administrator of Elections Jerrie Holland. Chris Cordell is one of four candidates in the Republican Primary for Sequatchie County Commission, District 1.…
Read MoreStudents first at regional marketing competition
Local students continue to succeed in academic-related events, with the latest being three Sequatchie County High School juniors. Lyla Houk, Meredith Jones, and Gabby Tonkin traveled to the East Tennessee Agriculture Marketing competition at the University of Tennesse-Knoxville on February 27 and brought home a regional first place award. Sequatchie County FFA advisor Tammie Akin…
Read MoreBrush fire spreads, burns mobile home
An unoccupied mobile home in the Lone Oak community on Signal Mountain was destroyed when a brush fire spread on March 6, though quick firefighter response prevented the fire from spreading further. The Lone Oak Volunteer Fire Department responded to a structure fire at approximately 5:00 p.m. Fire suppression operations began with multiple engines and…
Read MoreTays among world’s top barrel racers
Growing up in North Georgia, local resident Holly Tays began riding horses at an early age. About 20 years later, Tays is now one of the top ranked barrel riders competing in numerous states for the International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA). “I’ve enjoyed horses since I was about three” Tays said. “By the next year,…
Read MoreSCMS wrestling fundraiser Friday
Sequatchie County Middle School is hosting SCI pro wrestling this Friday, March 13, in a fundraiser for its positive behavior intervention and support program. Among the scheduled competitors is SCMS coach Grady Wilson, who will be in a tag team bout and has been training for several weeks. Tickets can be purchased at sciwrestling.com or…
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