Area News

    A Sequatchie County man who allegedly approached individuals seeking aid for a “needy family” was arrested October 23. Charged with theft of property over $1,000 was John Dewayne Sargent. For more see the October 30 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

“Surprised, humbled, and grateful” were just a few of the words used by John Barker October 24, after learning he was receiving the Howard Hatcher Award. Named for Hatcher, a longtime volunteer in the community, the award is given each year by the Sequatchie County-Dunlap Chamber of Commerce to someone making a difference. “I have…

The 2019-2020 Sequatchie County High School Alumnus of the Year Award was presented to the family of the late Steve Basham, as part of homecoming activities at SCHS October 18. He passed away in 2016. For more see the October 24 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

A step designed to help bring industry into Sequatchie County was approved by County Commissioners Monday night, October 21. During their regular monthly meeting, the Sequatchie County Commission approved the members of a county industrial development board (IDB). “Part of our strategic plan has been to create a county industrial development board,” said County Executive…

Old fashioned family fun is available in Dunlap as the 14th Annual Days of Yesteryear Festival is set for October 19-20. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and on Sunday from 12:00-4:00 p.m. Admission and parking are free each day with donations appreciated. For more, see the October 17 issue…

Sequatchie County is one of 59 counties across the state receiving ThreeStar grant funding through the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD). The county’s grant award, to be used for leadership training, is $32,878. Sequatchie County-Dunlap Chamber of Commerce Director Janis Kyser said funding will help continue the successful Leadership Sequatchie Academy. For…

Dunlap leaders state while local water customers should not be concerned about the safety or availability of water, one of the Dunlap Water Plant’s two main filters is no longer in use. City Commissioners approved the purchase of a new filter, possible clarifier, and installation, for a cost of up to $175,000. During a special…

The family of a man reportedly injured by officers serving a search warrant has accused law enforcement of excessive force. Willard King, 64, has a broken nose, two black eyes, stitches above one eye, and a concussion, according to his daughter, LouAnn Brock. For more see the October 10 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.

Tourism is an emphasis for the State of Tennessee and a $75,000 grant designed to aid Sequatchie County’s tourism was awarded October 3. “Tennessee Economic and Community Development (TNECD) went on listening tours throughout the state,” said Jody Sliger, State Community Development Director. “These Tourist Enhancement Grants came out of those tours.” For more see…