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Several employees of the Sequatchie County School System ending their service were honored during the monthly school board meeting June 2. Those recognized were Pattie Knudson, Ann Boston, Kim Smartt, Natalie Kimbell, Anna Cribbs, and Kevin Benoit. Griffith Principal John Ross Jones explained Patti Knudson began teaching in Wisconsin in 1995, before coming to Tennessee…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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.

Sequatchie County High School graduation is for Friday, May 16, at 6:00 p.m. The event is scheduled for the SCHS football stadium. Other Class of 2025 events taking place this week include Baccalaureate, May 14, and senior honors night, May 15 at 6:00 at the high school. For more see the May 15 issue of…

Upcoming fifth through ninth graders have the opportunity to gain further academic support, while experiencing cultural and social growth. Sequatchie County Middle School is offering a free Summer Adventure Camp over four weeks in June. For more see the May 15 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program at Griffith Elementary School received a financial boost from Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) and Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). The school was among five in the SVEC area which received funds. For more see the May 8 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

Rain and lightning affected the 14th annual BTC Fiber Valley, though the music, food, and attractions were still appreciated and enjoyed. After the harsh weather May 3 moved on, the downtown Dunlap event continued with musical artists including Camp Normal, Cody McCarver, and Saturday’s headliner, The Outlaws. For more see the May 8 issue of…