Threat made against school, juvenile arrest made
Sequatchie County Sheriff Bill Phillips reported Thursday afternoon that the Sequatchie County High School faculty, Sequatchie County school resource officers, and deputies from the Sheriff’s Office responded quickly to threats of violence against the high school. “Due to everyone’s actions, the threat was quickly eliminated and there was never any danger on or near the…
Read MoreStockwell wins at State Fair Saddle Club Show
Kirklyn Stockwell, a senior at Sequatchie County High School, puts in countless hours working with her horses, and her hours of preparation were evident with her recent awards. Stockwell and her horses took a number of high finishes at the Tennessee State Saddle Club Association finals in Lebanon at the Wilson County Fairgrounds.…
Read MoreJohnson’s path led back to Riverbend Farm
One of the few large, older farms inside the Dunlap city limits, the Riverbend Farm has been operating near the Sequatchie River for over 100 years. The farm was recognized as a Sequatchie County Heritage Farm recently, part of an ongoing program volunteers are conducting to help preserve local history and heritage. Owner Jan Johnson…
Read MoreDeborah “Leann” Ewton Ridley
Deborah “Leann” Ewton Ridley, 37, of South Pittsburg, Tennessee (formerly of Dunlap) passed into the loving arms of Jesus on August 30, 2024, after a lengthy illness. She was of the Baptist faith and employed by the Marion County School System. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Ella Mae Cannon. Leann is survived…
Read MoreDessie Wilma Skyles Green
Dessie Wilma Skyles Green, 93, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024. She was a faithful member of Hall church of Christ for over 70 years. She was affectionately known as Nanny to everyone she knew. She was a great cook, always wanted to give to others and had a very considerate heart…
Read MoreMilda Dale Long Crowe
Milda Dale Long Crowe, 73, of McMinnville, Tennessee, formerly of Dunlap, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 at NHC Healthcare in McMinnville. She attended the New Hope Church in McMinnville and loved movies. She was preceded in death by her parents, Maloy and Belle Long; sisters, Kathleen White, Sadie Johnson, and Sue Simpson; and brothers,…
Read MoreNathan Drew Barker
Nathan Drew Barker, 37, of Graysville, Tennessee, passed away Friday, September 6, 2024. He loved his family, his motorcycles and horseback riding. He was a hard worker and was employed by Dunlap Stone. Drew was a graduate of Sequatchie County High School. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He was preceded…
Read MoreSouthend Fire Dept. engine paid in full
The Southend Volunteer Fire Department took a step forward in their volunteer efforts by completing the final payment for one of their vehicles on August 30. A symbolic check was presented to USDA Rural Development along with a payment of $7,864. Southend Chief Ken Herron said the department has been paying about $8,100 each year,…
Read MoreWar of 1812 grant led to Kell Farm beginnings
Dating back to 1821 when Thomas Kell settled into what has become known as the Sequatchie Valley, the Kell Farm in the East Valley community offers glimpses into the past. Current resident John Kell explained his ancestor, Thomas, received a War of 1812 grant over 200 years ago and moved into the valley. In 1854,…
Read MoreDanny Rayburn Dishman
Danny Rayburn Dishman, 73, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024. He was a former pastor and loved the Lord. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He always had a kind heart and loved to fish and hunt. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Jean Britton Dishman; his…
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