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Johnny Cordell, active in local education for decades and a Veteran serving in the Marine Corps and Army National Guard, was announced as Sequatchie County High School Alumnus of the Year on September 19. A alumnus is honored each year as part of homecoming activities at SCHS. For more see the September 25 issue of…

It was an exciting day for the Sequatchie County Fair Association (SCFA) and supporters of local agriculture, September 15, as groundbreaking for the fair’s livestock show barn was held. Ground work began later in the week. The barn is being built behind the Sequatchie County Fair building, the former Sequatchie County Middle School, off Heard…

Working closely with the Pat Summitt Foundation, the Sequatchie Valley Alzheimer’s committee held another successful fundraising event concluding with a walk through Dunlap September 13. Committee chairman Diane Harmon announced a total of $42,574 was raised locally through support from sponsors, walkers, and donors. For more see the September 18 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

A Sequatchie County High School senior was recognized for his achievements and volunteer efforts, while several school board members were also honored. The Tennessee School Boards Association (TSBA) hosted the Southeast Fall District Meeting at Tyner Academy in Chattanooga on September 11. Each year TSBA honors one student from each of its nine districts who…

Approximately 300 children and their families enjoyed a special party on Saturday, August 30, at Harris Park in Dunlap. The Sequatchie County Friends of the Library hosted the 20th annual Dolly Parton Imagination Library Celebration, with free books, games, crafts, snacks, a bounce house, and an appearance by Dolly (Charlotte Cain). For more see the…

At halftime of the Sequatchie County Braves’ football game on September 3, homecoming princesses and a queen were crowned. Winners were (left to right) seventh grader Ava Miller, fifth grader Chloe Taylor, sixth grader Parker Somerville, and eighth grader Sadie Mooney, who was crowned the 2025 queen. Homecoming week included the football game, themed dress-up…

In the event of a heart-related emergency, or blood-loss injury, Sequatchie County schools have methods on site to help prior to arrival by emergency personnel. “We are proud to have invested in lifesaving equipment and made it readily available around campus,” said Director of Schools Sarai Pierce. “In the event of an emergency, help is…

Dunlap is becoming known for its festivals and events throughout the year, with everyone enjoying a wide range of activities. The next one coming up is the Small Town America Festival, set for Friday and Saturday, September 12-13, at Harris Park in Dunlap. Wristbands for the Small Town America Festival can be purchased for $5…

A Griffith Elementary School teacher was fired and arrested following events taking place in a classroom, according to school officials and law enforcement. Charged with assault was 54-year-old Holly Condra. An affidavit prepared by the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Department stated a detective responded to the school on August 19, for a call of an assault…

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers will soon have a convenient location for purchasing a charge in downtown Dunlap. Installation is underway off Cherry Street in the Citizens Tri-County Bank Depot Office Center, behind the Sequatchie County-Dunlap Chamber of Commerce. For more see the August 28 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.