Dream brings Quilts of Valor to servicemen
The Quilts of Valor Foundation began in 2003 with a dream by Founder Catherine Roberts, whose son Nat was deployed in Iraq. For more see the June 5 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.
Read MoreRodeo wrangles thousands of fans and funds
Despite some rain on Friday, the annual CASA of the Sequatchie Valley benefit rodeo held May 30-31 was a huge event with thousands attending each night raising thousands for abused and neglected children in the court system. The rodeo takes place annually at Coops Creek Commons in Dunlap benefiting children of Sequatchie, Bledsoe, Marion and…
Read MoreEugene W. Hughes Sr.
Eugene W. Hughes Sr. was born August 7, 1943 in Cambridge, New York. He grew up in Hoosick Falls, New York and attended Hoosick Falls Central School until the 11th grade when he joined the United States Navy, where he served on the aircraft carrier USS Franklin D Roosevelt as Boilerman Third Class during the…
Read MoreEarly “Troy” Camp
Early “Troy” Camp, 69, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Hospice of Chattanooga Care Center. Troy was a wonderful husband, dad and poppy. He loved collecting knives, guns and spending time at the senior center with his wife and friends. He also loved Tennessee football and his dog, Paisley. He was…
Read MoreMemorial Day: remembering those who gave their all, Swanger among the fallen
On Monday, May 26, Memorial Day will be observed in Sequatchie County at the county courthouse. The event at 10:00 a.m. is presented by the American Legion Post 190 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5772, honoring those who have given their lives in service of their country. Veteran Johnny Cordell shares the story of…
Read MoreRiders provide love and care to children
May is Foster Care Awareness Month Webster’s Dictionary defines foster care as “a temporary, court-monitored service provided by States to promote the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and youth.” And that’s what Casey and Brittany Rider of Dunlap wanted to do – provide a safe place for children while they waited to reunite with…
Read MoreSCHS holds graduation ceremonies
Family members and friends of the Sequatchie County High School Class of 2025 filled the school’s football stadium May 16, honoring and congratulating them for their years of work as they received their graduation diplomas. Among those speaking was 2025 valedictorian Mia Smith. For more see the May 22 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.
Read MoreJustin Sapp
Justin Sapp, 49 of Pikeville, Tennessee died Tuesday, May 13, 2025. He worked for the Engineering Department and was a Machine Operator for CSX Transportation. He was a member of the union of Brothers of Maintenance of Way Employee Division “BMWED” and IBEW. Justin loved spending time with his family and friends, traveling, seeing different…
Read MoreCarolyn Marie Lockhart Kilgore
Carolyn Marie Lockhart Kilgore, 54, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away at her residence on Thursday, May 15, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Gene Lockhart, Sr.; grandparents, Howard and Irene Lockhart and Howard and Murtie Lewis; and great nephews, Ezra Gilbert and Magnus Easterly. She is survived by her mother, Nina…
Read MoreHunter Mathew Givens
Hunter Mathew Givens, 28, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away at his home on Monday, May 12, 2025. He loved his beagle “Remy”, basketball, football, fishing, riding four-wheelers, and was a huge Tennessee Vols fan. He is survived by his parents, Jerome and Amber Givens; brother, T.J. (Melissa) Givens of Adairsville, Georgia; grandparents, Susie and Taylor…
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