Patricia Ann Foust
Patricia Ann Foust, 77, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at her home. She was of the Baptist Faith, she was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved to garden, cook and take care of others. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Foust; parents, Wallace and Ruth Smith;…
Read MoreFormer Sequatchie County athletic trainer arrested for disturbing cell content/photos
Donald Brent Oliver, a former athletic trainer in the Sequatchie County School System, is in custody after disturbing content was reportedly found on his cell phone. Oliver, 57, is charged with sexual exploitation of a minor and sexual activity with animals, according to an affidavit prepared by the 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. On June…
Read MoreFairest of the Fair pageant coming in August
Kicking off the Sequatchie County Fair each year, the Fairest of the Fair pageant with winners in multiple categories is always anticipated by entrants and parents. This year’s Fairest of the Fair event is Saturday, August 9, with the first set starting at 10:00 am. Evening pageants begin at 6:00 p.m. For more see the…
Read MoreVaughn Dan Miller
Vaughn Dan Miller, 87, of Dunlap, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was a member of Dunlap Seventh-day Adventist Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Mr. Miller was a true entrepreneur and had a passion for real-estate investing. He had a wonderful sense of humor and never met a stranger.…
Read MoreIndependence Day — a time-honored tradition in Dunlap
Each year, the crowds lining Rankin Avenue and Cherry Street for the July 4 parade seem to increase, and this year was no exception. Thousands enjoyed floats, the Sequatchie County community band, and countless candy, waters, and more tossed by parade participants. For more photos and info see the July 10 issue of The Dunlap…
Read MoreFireworks apparent cause of garage fire
A fun evening with fireworks may have led to a structure fire Friday night, July 4, the Dunlap Fire Department (DFD) reported. Used fireworks placed in a garbage can inside the garage appeared to be the cause of the fire, after speaking to the occupants, Chief Norman Hatfield said. For more see the July 10…
Read MoreVanetta “Shannon” Kephart McCormick
Vanetta “Shannon” Kephart McCormick, 54, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025 at her residence. She was a loving wife, mother and friend. She enjoyed crafting, her dogs and helping other people. She was preceded in death by her mother, Leonia Kephart; brother, Donnie; and sister, Jerrilyn. She is survived by her husband,…
Read MoreHelen Clifton
Helen E. Clifton, 88, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed camping, quilting, and flowers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Clifton; son, Steve Clifton; parents, Edgar and Una Mae Waters; and brothers, Ed and Johnny Waters. She is survived by…
Read MoreHee-Haw to help cancer patients
Lots of laughs and foot-stomping music are guaranteed at the three-night Hee-Haw shows July 10-12. Performances begin at 7:00 p.m. each night at Sequatchie County High School to benefit the Sequatchie County Cancer Support Network. For more see the July 3 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.
Read MoreOne killed, one severely injured in plane crash
The pilot of a Piper J-3 Cub was killed and his passenger severely injured when the plane crashed in a field on Ridge Road in Dunlap on Tuesday, June 24, reports Dunlap Police Chief Randy Phillips. Wendall Trimble, 79, passed away from injuries sustained, while Ashish Sircar, 55, of Jacksonville, Florida, received serious injuries, he…
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