James Donald Kell (DK)
James Donald Kell, (DK), 74, went home to his Heavenly Father on June 8, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama. Born and raised in Dunlap, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Thaxton and Nadean Kell and the son-in-law of the late Vance and Mary Willie Easterly. DK played basketball for the University of Tennessee at…
Read MoreBeverly June McDyer Hambright (Adams)
The light in our little corner of the world dimmed on Saturday, May 30, 2026, with the peaceful passing of Beverly June McDyer Hambright, 89, in Ware, Massachusetts. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing, and undoubtedly felt the love from family and friends near and far. She was born Beverly…
Read MoreMargie Deweese
Margie Deweese, 89, was called home on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Born and raised on Cagle Mountain, Margie and her husband lived briefly on Signal Mountain and Chattanooga before settling in Dunlap. An avid gardener, Margie enjoyed growing flowers, particularly day lilies and roses that brought her great joy. Birdwatching, especially blue birds, was a…
Read MoreJames “Jimmy” William Coulson Jr.
James “Jimmy” William Coulson Jr, 19, of Dunlap, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026 in an auto accident. He was a member of Dunlap United Methodist Church, FFA, 4-H, Boy Scouts, and volunteered at the food bank. Jimmy was a kind and loving grandson, who always asked if there was anything he could do to…
Read MoreBluegrass Festival is Saturday
The 40th anniversary of the Dunlap Coke Ovens Bluegrass Festival is set for Saturday, June 13, with bands providing live music all day long from the outdoor amphitheater stage starting at 11:00 a.m. The park is located at 350 Mountain View Road west of downtown Dunlap. Bands scheduled to perform include Fast Track, Cumberland Band,…
Read MoreBeware of cyclists
Cyclists will test their endurance over a 24-hour event beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13. Most of the route is on East Valley Road in Sequatchie and Bledsoe counties. Riders will have lights and reflective tape during the night run with a support vehicle also monitoring the route. Motorists are encouraged to watch…
Read MoreSwafford runs for State House
Farmer, small business owner, Bledsoe County commissioner, and community leader Andy Swafford is announcing his candidacy for Tennessee House of Representatives in District 31. He is running in the Republican primary election August 6, with the general election scheduled for November 3. A lifelong resident of Bledsoe County, Swafford was raised on his family’s farm…
Read MoreLongtime businessman/farmer passes
Serving the community for decades, Jan Johnson passed away May 30 at age 81. Johnson was a volunteer, a coach, ran the Riverbend cattle farm, owned and operated Johnson Oil, served on the Dunlap City Commission, and served as president of the Dunlap Lions Club among his many activities and contributions. The Riverbend Farm was…
Read MoreAmerica’s birthday celebration with dance, parade, and events
The Independence Day celebration in Sequatchie County is always special, but this year’s event is even bigger with America’s 250th being recognized. The Sequatchie County Rescue Squad, sponsors of the parade through Dunlap, announced the theme for the July 4 parade as “Happy Birthday America.” Rescue Squad Captain Michael Scoggins explained parade participants are asked…
Read MoreWrecks continue along Highway 111
For the second time in less than a week, a two-vehicle collision on Highway 111 at the bottom of Cagle Mountain resulted in injuries. The latest accident took place on Tuesday, June 2, according to a Dunlap Police Department (DPD) report. Both drivers were transported from the scene for medical assistance, one by helicopter after…
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