Proposed “peanut” roundabout and bridge construction discussed
Dozens of residents heard further details on the Rankin Avenue road project scheduled to take place in coming years, with a “peanut” roundabout and bridge expansion among the specifics. The Tennessee Department of Transportation hosted the information meeting at Sequatchie County High School on October 23. Michael O’Donnell, director of Project Management for TDOT Region…
Read MoreSix generations living at Easterly farm
Dating back to 1875, family members of Mary Elizabeth Easterly have resided and worked at the farm in the Elm Hill community, near East Valley Road. Mary Elizabeth and Austin Easterly received recognition marking their farm as a Heritage Farm, part of the ongoing local program. For more see the October 30 issue of The…
Read MoreBobby Joe Smith, Jr.
Bobby Joe Smith, Jr., 63, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Monday, October 27, 2025. He loved to hunt and fish. He was a Veteran of the US Army. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby Joe Smith, Sr. and Mary Edith Teeters Smith; grandparents, Parker and Alice Teeters, Floyd and Leona Smith; nephew,…
Read MoreMaria Lindeman
Maria Lindeman, 70, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025 at NHC Sequatchie. Maria was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. She loved animals, crocheting, beadwork, watching hummingbirds, and spending time with her family. Maria was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Beatrice Surges; sister, Barbara Surges; and brother, Peter…
Read MoreGary Lee “Hobart” Green
Gary Lee “Hobart” Green, 68, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025 after a battle with cancer. Gary worked many years as a crane operator for Pete Tipton Crane Rental, James Wilson and S & H Erectors to name a few. He was preceded in death by his father, G.W. Green; and grandparents, Edgar and Ina…
Read MoreBertha Ford
Bertha Ford, 78, passed from this life on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was a faithful member of the church of Christ and attended both College Grove and Bethel. She was a hard worker, working most of her life in the auto industry before retiring from Dura Automotive. She loved…
Read MoreEvelyn Childress
Evelyn Childress, 76, of Dunlap, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at her home after a long battle with cancer. She retired from Dunlap Industries and in her spare time she enjoyed gardening. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Childress; daughter, Lisa Lee; parents,…
Read MoreKimberly Dawn Rorex Britt
Kimberly Dawn Rorex Britt, 50, of Graysville, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family after a brief battle with cancer. She was a meticulous housekeeper, loved flowers and gardening, was a loving mom, companion and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, W.J. Rorex and…
Read MoreCity considers property tax increase
Dunlap City Commissioners approved the first of three required budget ordinance readings which would increase city property tax, during their regular meeting October 16. If two more budget ordinance meetings are approved, city property tax would increase from $0.5780 to $0.648 per $100 of assessed property. “This is nearly a seven-cent increase,” said City Recorder-Treasurer…
Read MoreRoundabout and bridge project meeting October 23
The public is invited to an informational meeting on changes and improvements to a portion of Rankin Avenue in Dunlap, Thursday, October 23. The meeting is being held at Sequatchie County High School and is scheduled from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Michael O’Donnell, Director of Project Management for the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Region 2,…
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