Dunlap mayoral candidates field questions
The Dunlap Tribune reporter, Nathan Hickey, asked each of Dunlap’s mayoral candidates four questions. Following are the questions and each candidate’s response: What do you see as the most pressing issue affecting the city’s growth? Dave Anderson: I moved here because of the beauty of the valley, and I saw what uncontrolled growth could do…
Read MoreHomer Earl Powell
Homer Earl Powell, 74, of Owensboro, Kentucky, formerly of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Monday, March 31, 2025 at Heartford House Hospice Care Center. He was a Chicago Cubs fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Earl and Flossie Powell; and sister, Guanda Meadows. He is survived by his son, William (Jan)…
Read MoreMary “Sue” Edwards Lewis
Mary “Sue” Edwards Lewis, 83, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025 with her family by her side. She loved reading, collecting coins and antiques, genealogy, visiting Virginia and her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Silas and Oma Edwards; sister, Jackie Underwood; two infant sisters; and great-granddaughter, Ava Scarlett…
Read MoreL.B. Johnson
Luther Barker “LB” Johnson, 92, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away at his residence on Monday, April 7, 2025. He was a machinist and enjoyed farming, raising horses and gardening. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Luther Johnson, Sr. and Ada Sims Johnson Ibay; and siblings, Aubson Lewis Johnson, John Kelly Johnson, Rebecca…
Read MoreWanda Lucy Jean Fugate Boyd
Wanda Lucy Jean Fugate Boyd, 86, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Monday, April 7, 2025 at NHC Sequatchie. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved to travel and had visited all 50 states. She was a retiree of Dupont and a former employee of Dunlap Industries. She was known for her biscuits…
Read MoreSequatchie Valley National Scenic Byway wins national award
On Friday, April 4, it was announced the Sequatchie Valley National Scenic Byway received the 2025 National Scenic Byway Association’s Byway Communications Award. Janis Kyser, director of the Sequatchie County-Dunlap Chamber of Commerce and THRIVE Sequatchie, along with Ahley Davis, accepted the award via zoom meeting. The award recognizes the work being done to drive…
Read MoreLee to ignite Lee’s Lady Flames basketball
After helping the Sequatchie County High School girls’ basketball team to consecutive district titles while compiling some of the highest scoring and rebounding totals ever for the program, senior Curtlyn Lee has decided to continue playing the sport as a Lady Flame. Curtlyn, a post, will attend Lee University in Cleveland while working to obtain…
Read MoreHealthcare systems present standalone emergency room provider proposals to Sequatchie County Commission
Representatives with Erlanger Health Systems and Parkridge Health System delivered their Request for Proposal (RFP) packages to the Sequatchie County Commission Monday evening, March 31. After listening to the healthcare leaders, asking questions, and hearing from individuals, the commission plans to make a decision at their April 17 meeting on which system will operate…
Read MoreDoris Irene Stockwell
Mrs. Doris Irene Stockwell, 78, of the Cagle Community, passed away Tuesday March 18, 2025, at her home. She was born in Crossville, Tennessee on April 28, 1946, to Dan Houston and Dorothy Hubbard Houston Cole who preceded her in death along with her son, Timothy Stockwell; brother, David Cole. She attended the Bivens Chapel…
Read MoreTammy Lynn Marvin
Tammy Lynn Marvin (Tyree), 58, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, born November 4, 1966, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and friends, on March 13, 2025. Tammy was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, friend and aunt who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her…
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