James Dewey “JJ“ Jones, of Decatur, died at his home, surrounded by his family, on Friday, May 17, 2013.  He was born in Graham, OK and moved to Decatur in 1974 where he managed the Decatur Plastics plant until 1997. He served the community for many years as an Alderman for the town of Decatur and as a District Governor for the Lions Clubs District 12-O. Throughout the years, ... (click for more)

Peggy McCollum, 52, of Whitwell, TN, died Saturday, May 18, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond E. McCollum. She is survived by her son, Randy (Carla) McCollum; mother, Millie McCollum; siblings, Raymond McCollum, Jr., Carolyn and Debbie Henry and Louise Gregg; and grandchildren, Gunner and Nolan. A memorial service will be held in the funeral home chapel ... (click for more)

Thomas Winfred Runyon, 72, of Soddy Daisy, died on Sunday, May 19, 2013. He was born and raised in Marion County where he played football at Marion County High School and graduated in 1959.  He received a full scholarship to play football at University of Georgia and graduated in 1963. Thomas coached at Sequatchie County High School from 1964 until 1968, Red Bank High ... (click for more)

Harry Wells, formerly of Red Bank, died on Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Georgia. He was 103. Harry was the oldest living member of Red Bank Baptist Church. He was a dedicated family man and will be missed by all who knew him. Harry was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Wampler Wells; parents, William T. and Nettie Wells; brother, Verdman Wells and a sister, Evelyn Dugger. ... (click for more)

An indirect lightning strike caused tens of thousands of dollars worth of damages to Collegedale City Hall during storms last weekend. City Manager Ted Rogers told commissioners during Monday night’s city commission meeting officials still don’t know the physical nor financial extent of the damage. Losses include a copier, four computers, the electric door lock system, more ... (click for more)

A man who police said was traveling 70 miles per hour on a side street in St. Elmo when he wrecked and killed one of his close friends was sentenced Monday to nine years in prison. Criminal Court Judge Rebecca Stern told Robert Allen "Bobby" Atwood, 22, "There is way too much of this going on. Young people need a wakeup call. Let the message go out." Atwood will be eligible ... (click for more)