Miranda Rachele Pace
Miranda Rachele Pace, 28, of Signal Mountain, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021. Heaven gained the most beautiful angel with the biggest heart and soul. The people she loved, she loved with everything in her. Miranda loved crafting, fashion, beauty, music and the beach. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter and friend. Miranda…
Read MoreKaron Sutherland Johnson
Karon Sutherland Johnson, 62, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021. Karon was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was of the Baptist faith and worked as a lab tech for over 40 years. She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Ross Sutherland; and sisters, Sandra Sutherland and Sharon Monk.…
Read MoreMelvin Childress
Melvin Randall Childress, 56, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away June 25, 2021 at his home. He was a member of Bethel church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Polly Childress. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Reba Childress; daughter, Amy (Brandon) Johnson; grandson, Elliott Johnson; sisters,…
Read MoreIndependence Day Celebration July 3
Parade is back on traditional route On Saturday, July 3, the streets of Dunlap are expected to be lined with those celebrating Independence Day with a parade, food, games, music and fireworks. The event date was moved due to July 4th being on Sunday this year. The Sequatchie County Independence Day parade is going back…
Read MoreWidick earns Eagle Scout rank
After 12 years of dedication while participating in Scouting, Noah Widick has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. The 2021 SCHS graduate took part in an official presentation May 15 at the Historic Coke Ovens Park in Dunlap. “I thank everyone for their outpouring of support in this long journey,” said the son of Cindy…
Read MoreWayne Douglas Wells
Wayne Douglas Wells, 50, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021 surrounded by his loving family at his home on Brockdell Mountain. Wayne loved Jesus, was a husband who passionately loved his wife, Melissa, and a father who could not have been more proud of his two children, Logan and Annie. Logan’s wife Kelsie was a…
Read MoreHobbs named SCHS Indians coach
A former basketball player at Sequatchie County High School before graduating in 2002, Bryn Hobbs has been named the new boys’ coach at SCHS. Hobbs previously coached at Sequatchie County Middle School and spent last season as an assistant at the high school. “I was surprised the job came open, really,” Hobbs said. “I was…
Read MoreSpeeding on West Valley a concern
Drivers on West Valley Road, some appearing to at least double the 30 MPH limit, are a danger, residents of the area told Dunlap City Commissioners last week. The discussion was part of the regular meeting of the Commission on June 17. Jim Dearman said he and his family have lived in many places and…
Read MoreMcIntyre new football coach at SCHS
(photo by Sequatchie County Quarterback Club) After leading the offense as coordinator for a state championship team, Rusty McIntyre is moving to Dunlap. Coach McIntyre was announced as head football coach at Sequatchie County High School June 21. He previously coached at Fayetteville High School in Lincoln County. Fayetteville won the Class 1A state title…
Read MoreEducators honored at Board meeting
Several teachers and administrators were recognized by their peers during the Sequatchie County Board of Education meeting June 7. Teachers, principal, and administrators of the year were named for Griffith Elementary School, Sequatchie County Middle School, Sequatchie County High School, and the school system. For more see the June 17 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.
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