Janice Henley
Janice Henley, 80, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at her home. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cheri Quarles; and parents, John Ramsey and Edith Story. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Buddy Henley; daughter, Joy (Terry) Staley, Maryville; grandchildren, Janine (Brandon) Potter, Tania Staley, Joey…
Read MoreBarbara Harmon
Barbara Harmon, 85, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Thursday morning November 16, 2023 at the NHC Health Care Center. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and bluegrass music. She was preceded in death by her parents, Grady and Cleo Lockhart; brother, Buford Lockhart. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Auby Harmon; two sons, Michael…
Read MoreChristmas events, parade upcoming
The Christmas season is nearly here and several different events are planned to celebrate, plus drives to help others in the community. On Saturday, December 2, the City of Dunlap’s 26th annual Christmas Parade begins at 4:30 p.m. at Sequatchie County Middle School. The parade route heads north onto Highway 28 and Highway 127/Rankin Avenue,…
Read MoreTour of Homes on December 3
Two homes, a farm, and a venue for events are the stops for the 2023 ABWA Tour of Homes, scheduled for Sunday, December 3. Those taking part in the tour are invited to visit all four locations, ending at the Venue at Ponderosa for refreshments. SIMPLE SERENITY FARM PAUL AND SUZANNE PHILLIPS LARRY AND CISSY…
Read MorePresales begin — Cruising Tennessee’s Great Valley
Cruising Tennessee’s Great Valley: A Photographic Journey Through The Sequatchie Valley, features 200-plus photographs of landscapes and wildlife you might see along the Sequatchie Valley National Scenic Byway. The two-year long project is complete and gone to press, announced Director Janis Adams Kyser, with THRIVE Sequatchie. Plans are for the book to be ready in…
Read MoreUpdate on school situation
Sequatchie County Director of Schools Sarai Pierce and Sheriff Bill Phillips shared on update on a report of a possible threat to county schools. They stated a law enforcement investigation determined a student made a threat to another student personally after a disagreement among friends. “There has been no credible information or evidence gathered that suggests there was…
Read MoreTeachers honored for exemplary status
A number of teachers were recognized for earning exemplary status for their work in the classroom at the Sequatchie County Board of Education meeting November 6. The meeting was held at Griffith Elementary School (GES) following the annual dinner with school board members and members of the Dunlap and Sequatchie County commissions. Principals from each…
Read MoreKyser at Thrive Regional Partnership Summit
Recently, Director Janis Adams Kyser with the Sequatchie County-Dunlap Chamber of Commerce attended the Thrive Regional Partnership Summit held in Ringgold, Georgia. Kyser also serves as THRIVE Sequatchie’s director. She was invited to participate in the summit, learning more about the benefits of being a part of the Thrive Regional Partnership that could be beneficial…
Read MoreMichael Eugene Swafford
Michael Eugene Swafford, 64, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at his residence. He loved his family and playing Santa Claus in Pikeville and surrounding areas for all to enjoy. He enjoyed fishing, horseback riding and hunting in his spare time. He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Dorothy…
Read MoreJerry Spangler
Jerry Spangler, 81, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee died Friday November 10, 2023 at Life Care Center of Red Bank. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Spangler; son, David Spangler; parents, G.D. and Ava Spangler; and brother, Larry Spangler. He is survived by his daughters, Sonja (Anthony) Sanders of Chattanooga, April (Joel) Humble…
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