John Doyle Minton
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of their beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, John Doyle Minton, who departed this life peacefully on October 12, 2025 at the age of 86. Born on June 4, 1939, Doyle lived a life rooted in kindness, faith, and generosity. He was known for…
Read MoreDays of Yesteryear October 18-19
Celebrating 20 years of honoring this community’s heritage, the Days of Yesteryear Festival returns to Coops Creek Commons, 287 Pine Street, on October 18-19. The 20th anniversary will include an antique tractor show along with other activities and displays. There is no entry or parking fee charges. For more see the October 9 issue of…
Read MoreBarger returns home as 4-H agent
Jaden Barger, a 2021 graduate of Sequatchie County High School who graduated from Tennessee Tech (TTU) earlier this year, has returned to her community to work with students. Barger is the new UT-Extension 4-H agent who officially began October 1. “I’m still learning a lot,” Barger said. “But I’m anxious to get going and meet…
Read MoreFrankie Lamont “Buddy” Wallace
Frankie Lamont “Buddy” Wallace, 79 of Dunlap, Tennessee went home Thursday morning, October 2, 2025 to be with his Lord and Savior. He was a Veteran of the US Army. He faithfully attended Red Hill Community Church in Whitwell, Tennessee for the last 27 years. Buddy was a very adventurous man and loved cooking, watching…
Read MoreWendall Rickey Trimble
Rick was born Wendall Rickey Trimble on October 17, 1945 to James Leonard Trimble Sr. and Elizabeth Bouldin Trimble. He was the youngest of seven siblings, James L. Trimble Jr, William F. Trimble, Edwin Trimble, Myra Trimble Conner, Robert D. Trimble, and Wanda Trimble Siegel, all of whom have pre-deceased him. Rick loved God, his…
Read MoreBenny Jackson Barker
Benny Jackson Barker was born September 6, 1953 in Chattanooga, but his home was his beloved town of Dunlap, where he lived all his life. He went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 4, 2025. Benny graduated from Sequatchie County High School and was a proud graduate of the Class…
Read MoreFrankie Lamont “Buddy” Wallace
Frankie Lamont “Buddy” Wallace Frankie Lamont “Buddy” Wallace, 79 of Dunlap, Tennessee went home Thursday morning, October 2, 2025 to be with his Lord and Savior. He was a Veteran of the US Army. He faithfully attended Red Hill Community Church in Whitwell, Tennessee for the last 27 years. Buddy was a very adventurous man…
Read MoreCondra re-elected, Brown elected BTC Fiber board of directors
James Condra was re-elected and Billy Joe Brown was elected to serve three-year terms on the BTC Fiber board of directors. One of the highest membership attendances and voter turnout was recorded with 577 members present and 575 members voting. Condra faced no opposition for the 548B Class 3 post and received 279 complimentary votes.…
Read MoreBrat, kraut, pretzels, music and more at Oktoberfest this weekend
Those looking for a variety of food, drinks, and entertainment can find it all at Oktoberfest Friday and Saturday, October 3-4, at Harris Park in Dunlap. Bratwursts, sauerkraut, and pretzels are among the items on the menu and games and other activities are planned. Music begins Friday at 5:00 p.m. at Harris Park with Jay…
Read MoreSheriff ’s Department has its first woman detective
Kaylee Smith, a native of Dunlap, has been appointed as a detective for the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department, making her the first woman detective for the agency. Smith said she is happy to be working in her community, aiding those she has known for years and others that are new to the area. For more…
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