NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Posted on: September 20, 2023
Pikeville Police Department Grant Award
On September 12th, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance announced the Pikeville Police Department had been awarded a $200,000 incentive grant for Law Enforcement Hiring, Training and Recruitment. This grant is designed to support in making Tennessee the best state for Law Enforcement by attracting quality applicants from other states, as well as previously certified and new officers within Tennessee. This program will help to hire police officers over the next five (5) years, assisting the Pikeville Police Department agencies with staffing deficits caused by attrition, as well as provide bonuses to new law enforcement officers.
Posted on: September 20, 2023
Street Closures 10/6-7/23 ~ for Fall Festival
Several streets in Downtown Pikeville will be closed starting Friday, October 6th at 6pm through Saturday, October 7th at 8pm for the Fall Festival. Main Street will be closed from Cranwell Street to Sells/Gill Street. Also, Church, Cumberland, and Spring Streets will be closed between Methodist and Fraizer Streets.
Several detours will be available to get around downtown. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Posted on: September 13, 2023
Bledsoe County Health Expo
The Bledsoe Community Health Expo in downtown Pikeville is happening on October 20th. This Expo aims to promote and improve the overall well-being of the attendees through a wide range of health-related resources and services. One of the highlights is the provision of free dental services, ensuring that everyone can have access to essential oral healthcare. Additionally, the Expo will offer lung screenings to detect potential respiratory issues early on. Another key aspect of this event is the Narcan education, which equips community members with life-saving knowledge and tools for opioid overdose situations. With numerous other resources and an inclusive environment, this Health Expo is a must-attend for anyone interested in improving their health and quality of life.
Posted on: September 7, 2023
Patriot Day ~ September 11
Patriot Day, a National Day of Service and Remembrance, is a day observed in the United States on September 11th to commemorate those who died in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trace Center in New York and the Pentagon in Virginia and those who perished when the hijacked United Airlines Flight 93 in Pennsylvania.
Posted on: August 31, 2023
Christmas Parade Registration
The Pikeville Main Street Committee is is bustling with excitement as they prepare for Pikeville’s Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 25th. To streamline the process, registration is now available online, making it easier for participants to sign up. Be a part of this festive extravaganza. Sign up and secure your spot in the parade today. Entry Fee is $10 and payable at City Hall.
Posted on: August 29, 2023
City Offices Closed for Labor Day
All City of Pikeville offices and departments will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. All business will resume on Tuesday, September 5th, during regular business hours.
Posted on: August 28, 2023
City and County Officers Birthday Surprise
On Saturday, August 26th, the Pikeville Police Department along with the Bledsoe County Sheriffs Office surprised a Pikeville boy on his 7th Birthday. Elijah’s mom posted on Facebook about how much her son loves the police. Assistant Chief of Police David Decker saw the post and immediately reached out to his mom for details. Then without any hesitation, Assistant Chief Decker contacted the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office to coordinate this huge surprise for Elijah. Lead by Assistant Chief Decker, Police Chief Ronnie Byrd, Bledsoe County Chief Chris Holland, Deputies D.Jenkins, P.Watson, and J.Driscoll, they all arrived at the party with lights, sirens and gifts. Later in the day, Office Clay Holmes from Chattanooga brought his K9 to wish Elijah a very Happy Birthday! “This is what it’s all about! Elijah will always have this special memory of the Police coming to his party”, stated Asst. Chief Decker.
This is what Community Service is all about!!!
Posted on: August 28, 2023
Tourism Marketing Grant Award
On August 23rd, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development announced that the City of Pikeville had been awarded a $7,750 grant for Tourism Marketing. This marketing grant provides a way for Pikeville to expand their marketing message. The partnership is designed to increase visitation to the community and increase travel-generated revenue, while leveraging Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s brand and marketing efforts/initiatives.
Posted on: August 28, 2023
Fall Festival
Our Annual Pikeville Fall Festival is quickly approaching. The Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, October 7. Events will begin at 11am. Keep an eye out here for updates.
Come join the fun in planning this event. The Main Street Committee meets the 2nd Monday of each month, 5:00pm at City Hall.
Posted on: August 21, 2023
Road Closure ~ RESCHEDULED
Wednesday, August 30th, beginning at 6am until approximately 3pm, Cleveland Avenue will be closed between Grove Street and Washington Street. Wastewater Department will be installing a new sewer tap. This closure is for the safety of these employees and to the public.
Posted on: August 12, 2023
BlueCross Healthy Place ~ Community Park Survey
The City of Pikeville is applying for the 2024 BlueCross Healthy Places grant to create a new park named the Pikeville Community Park. The proposed park will be located between City Hall and the Little Blue Football Field. It will have updated equipment and facilities. We sould like to know how you use the current City Park and what features you would like to see at the new Pikeville Community Park.
Posted on: August 7, 2023
Back To School ~ 08/07/23
With the beginning of Bledsoe County Schools, it is never more important for drivers to slow down and pay attention as our children head back to school. Stay Alert, Drive Safely, and Keep Our Kids Safe!! Back to school brings more traffic congestion. School buses are loading passengers, kids on bikes are hurrying to get to school, and parents drop their kids before work. Remember these things to keep our children safe as they go back to school.
- Slow down and pay attention. If you are driving around schools, look out for children and pedestrians at all times, everywhere. Expect the unexpected. Foot traffic is higher as children are going back to school.
- Exercise caution driving near a school bus and allow a greater following distance than when you’re driving behind a car. Watch for children when school buses stop to unload and load children. And don’t forget passing a school bus is illegal.
- Watch out for Bicycles. Children on bikes can be hard to see, and they usually don’t understand traffic conditions.
By exercising extra care and caution when driving in school zones, pedestrians and children will be safer in our community.
Posted on: July 31, 2023
City Hall Closed Tuesday 08/01/23
City Hall will be closed on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. We will reopen during regular business hours on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.
We apologize for this inconvenience.
Posted on: July 19, 2023
American Flare at the Bledsoe County Fair
The opening of the Bledsoe County Fair marks the beginning of an exuberant and festive atmosphere that will engulf the entire community of Pikeville. As the sun begins to set, the fairgrounds will come alive with laughter and screams of delight from children and adults, along with a vibrant kaleidoscope of lights, sounds, and enticing aromas.
Don’t miss out on the fun and American Flare at the Bledsoe County Fair!!
Posted on: July 12, 2023
Pikeville Police Department Receives AEDs
On July 4th, the Pikeville Police Department received six (6) Automated External Defibrillators. The AEDs were purchased with Grant Funds through the Gary Sinise Foundation. Pikeville Grant Writer, Jeannie Decker, identified the grant opportunity to receive funds for equipment that could help in saving lives.
“Having these Automated External Defibrillators in each of our patrol units will help increase the survivability of Cardiac Arrest when seconds count”, stated Assistant Police Chief David Decker. A AED, or Automated External Defibrillator, is used in conjunction with C.P.R, to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It’s a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, medical device that can analyze the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm.
The Pikeville Police Department and the City of Pikeville would like to thank the Gary Sinise Foundation for their gracious gift to our community, that will enable our officers to be more effective in the field when responding to such incidents.
Posted on: July 10, 2023
Main Street Committee
The Pikeville Main Street Committee is looking for volunteers! Anyone interested in volunteering their time to help with events and brainstorm on new events, is welcomed! Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month , at the City Hall Building, 25 Municipal Drive, Pikeville.
New ideas are always welcome!
Posted on: July 5, 2023
Fall Festival – Save The Date
SAVE THE DATE….The Pikeville Main Street Committee is starting to plan the Fall Festival, which will be held on Saturday, October 7 Events will begin at 11am. Keep an eye out here for updates.
Come join the fun in planning this event. The Main Street Committee meets the 2nd Monday of each month, 5:00pm at City Hall.
Posted on: July 5, 2023
City Council Meeting
Pikeville City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, July 10, 2023, 4:30pm, City Hall Building, at 25 Municipal Drive, Pikeville.
Posted on: July 3, 2023
Pikeville’s Star Spangled Celebration featured on The Daily Refresh
On Monday, July 3rd, Pikeville’s Star Spangled Celebration was featured on the well-knows Chattanooga show, The Daily Refresh. Jeania and Linda were thrilled to have the opportunity to shed light on this incredible celebration and the hard work that the Main Street Committee had put into organizing it. Pikeville’s Star Spangled Celebration was a much-anticipated event in the community, drawing locals and visitors from all around.
The Star Spangled Celebration promised to be a night filled with fun, entertainment, and patriotism. Jeania and Linda enthusiastically mentioned the variety of activities that were planned for the event, including a dance-off, three-legged race, musical chairs, tug of warriors, food vendors, and a dazzling fireworks display. They highlighted the efforts made by the Committee to ensure there would be something for everyone to enjoy, no matter their age or interests.
Posted on: July 2, 2023
Pikeville’s New LED Sign
Check out Pikeville’s LED Informational Sign downtown near Main Street Stage! Our new sign will run community alert messages along with informational messages 24-hours a day.
The LED Sign was made possible with grant funding for tourism. A special ‘Thank You‘ to Flynn Sign Company for the installation.
Make sure to take a look as you travel down Main Street.
Posted on: June 26, 2023
Community Joining Hands
The Pikeville Police Department will be holding it’s ‘Community Joining Hands’ on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 6:30pm, in the City Hall Banquet Room, 25 Municipal Drive, Pikeville. Statistics for last quarter will be discussed, along with recent scams targeting the elderly and residents in our area. Make sure you attend and know how to protect yourself.
Posted on: June 26, 2023
Star Spangled Celebration
The Star Spangled Celebration will be held at the Pikeville Fair Grounds this year. Free family fun from 6:00-8:30pm, with Fireworks at 9:00pm. Please watch out for pedestrians and extra traffic along Hwy 127, near the Fairgrounds.
Posted on: June 26, 2023
Pikeville Summer Nights
Our next Pikeville Summer Nights will be held July 1st on Main Street. Activities will start at 12:30 PM on the Courthouse lawn. Our Farmers Market will be open Friday 9am-1pm, and Saturday 9am-2pm, underneath the pavilion. The Cruise Into Pikeville begins at 4:00 PM with classic cars lining Main Street. Live Music, featuring Good Rockin’ Tonight, will begin at 5:00 PM. Come Out and Join the Fun!!.
Posted on: June 26, 2023
City Offices Closed for July 4th Holiday
All City Offices and Departments will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of Independence Day. We will resume regular operations on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
Posted on: June 20, 2023
Bledsoe County – Walk the Main Street Tour
Take a peek at Pikeville Main Street Tour. There are twelve (12) stops on the Main Street Tour. Each one is a great account of some of the most colorful residents in the area! Come Take The Walking Tour!!
Posted on: June 13, 2023
Juneteenth Closure
All City of Pikeville offices and departments will be closed on Monday, June 19, 2023, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. All business will resume on Tuesday, June 20th during regular business hours.
Posted on: June 13, 2023
Flag Day
Wednesday, June 14th, is Flag Day. On May 30, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14. Many Americans celebrate Flag Day by displaying the Red, White and Blue in front of homes and businesses. The day commemorates the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States.
Posted on: June 12, 2023
City Council Recess Meeting
Pikeville City Council will hold a Recess Meeting on Monday, June 26, 2023, at the City Hall Building, at 25 Municipal Drive, Pikeville. A Public Hearing will begin at 4:00 PM, with the Recess Meeting to follow.
Posted on: June 12, 2023
Public Notice
In accordance with TCA Section 6-56-206, the Board of Mayor and Alderman of the City of Pikeville, hereby notifies the public of it’s intent to consider for approval the following, “General Fund Budget” by Ordinance No. 5-22-023 for year ending June 30, 2024. The Board will meet June 26, 2023, at 4:00 PM CST, in a recess meeting room at City Hall Building, at 25 Municipal Drive, Pikeville, Tennessee. A public hearing will begin at 4:00 PM CST, with the recess meeting to follow.
Posted on: June 12, 2023
Street Closure 06-16-23
On Saturday, June 16th, Main Street from Cranwell Street to Cumberland Street will be closed to thru-traffic, from 8pm until 10pm. The area will be open for pedestrian traffic only. Pikeville Main Street Committee will be hosting the Movie Under the Stars. The feature movie will be Over The Hedge. Popcorn and s’mores will be available. Come out and Enjoy the Movie!!
Posted on: June 7, 2023
Street Closure 06-10-23
On Saturday, June 10th, Main Street from Cranwell Street to Spring Street will be closed to thru-traffic, from 6pm until 9pm. The area will be open for pedestrian traffic only. Pikeville will be hosting the Military Appreciation Concert. Food Trucks will be available and Live Music by Carrie Hassler.
Posted on: June 5, 2023
Pay Your Bill Online
The City of Pikeville has recently acquired an Online Bill Paying System. We’ve made it easy and safe for you to pay your bill online or by phone. You can now pay your Property Tax, Utility Bill, Accident Report Fee, Beer License, or Traffic Citation by visiting our new Online Bill Pay System hosted by LocalGovCorp. There is a 2.5% fee associated with each transaction.
Posted on: June 5, 2023
IRT – Healthy Tennesseans
The Innovative Readiness Training Clinic has some of their Military personnel providing a no-cost medical clinic at Bledsoe County High School, 877 Main Street, June 3-12. The Military personnel will offer vision, dental, mental health and basic medical services to the public at NO COST to patients (no income or residency requirements; ages 3+). Patients will be treated on a first come, first served basis. No ID required. Hours of operation will be Saturday/Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Posted on: June 5, 2023
2022 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
We are pleased to present to you this year’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is a snapshot of last year’s water quality, covering the period between January 1 and December 31, 2022. Included are details about your source(s) of water, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. Our staff continues to work hard every day at all hours to deliver the highest quality drinking water without interruption. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water and to providing you with this information because informed customers are our best allies. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water, please contact Lavaughn Brock at the City of Pikeville’s Water Treatment Plant at 423-447-3451 or via email at PikevilleWater@bledsoe.net. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility please feel free to contact us at any time.
Posted on: June 5, 2023
City Council Meeting
Pikeville City Council will hold it’s Regular Meeting on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
Posted on: June 5, 2023
Pikeville Summer Nights
Our next Pikeville Summer Nights will be held July 1st on Main Street. Activities will start at 12:30 PM on the Courthouse lawn. Our Farmers Market will be open Friday 9am-1pm, and Saturday 9am-2pm, underneath the pavilion. The Cruise Into Pikeville begins at 4:00 PM with classic cars lining Main Street. Live Music, featuring Good Rockin’ Tonight, will begin at 5:00 PM. Come Out and Join the Fun!!
Posted on: June 1, 2023
National Safety Month
Stay Safe at Work and Home – Preventable injuries, commonly known as “accidents,” are the fourth leading cause of U.S. deaths. Join us in observing National Safety Month as we work together to highlight leading causes of preventable injury and death so everyone can live their lives to the fullest.
Posted on: June 1, 2023
National Great Outdoors Month
National Great Outdoors Month reminds us to explore our nation’s abundant wildlife refuges, parks, and natural beauty. Whether we hike or bike the trails, kayak or canoe the many rivers and canyons, or pitch a tent in the forest or on a hillside. No matter your preferred mode of enjoying the great outdoors – Nature is Calling! Pursue the beauty and majesty of the big skies and open spaces the outdoors offers.
Posted on: May 24, 2023
Memorial Day Closure
All City of Pikeville offices and departments will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. All business will resume on Tuesday, May 30th during regular business hours.
Posted on: May 9, 2023
Pikeville Summer Nights
Our next Pikeville Summer Nights will be held June 3rd on Main Street. Activities will start at 12:30pm on the Courthouse lawn. Our Farmers Market will be open Friday 9am-1pm, and Saturday 9am-2pm, underneath the pavilion. The Cruise Into Pikeville begins at 4:00 PM with classic cars lining Main Street. Live Music, featuring Rex and The Ramblers, will begin at 5:00 PM.
Come Out and Join the Fun!!
Posted on: May 9, 2023
Pikeville Wall Mural
A new Pikeville Wall Mural began to take shape on Wednesday, May 3rd. A 40-foot wall in downtown Pikeville, beside the Main Street Stage, is in the process of a colorful makeover. It’s a celebration of the small-town charm of Pikeville, Tennessee. The original artwork was hand-sketched by Nancy May.
Posted on: May 1, 2023
Pikeville Summer Nights
Pikeville Summer Nights begins Saturday, May 6th on Main Street. Activities will start at 12:30pm on the Courthouse lawn. Our Farmers Market will be open Friday (May 5th) 9am-1pm, and Saturday (May 6th) 9am-2pm, underneath the pavilion. The Bledsoe AWARE Walk begins at 4pm, and our first Cruise Into Pikeville, this season, along with Live Music, presented by Borrowed Mule, begins 5pm.
Posted on: May 1, 2023
Mental Health Month
Mental Health Month raises awareness of trauma and the impact ic can have on the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of children, families, and communities. Mental Health Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives, and to celebrate recovery from mental illness.
Posted on: May 1, 2023
National Bike Month
Happy National Bike Month! Whether you ride to work or ride for fun (or a little of both), we hope you’ll spend some time exploring the beautiful and quaint little town of Pikeville by bike this May. Come out and spend some time downtown shopping and eating at our many locally owned businesses.
Posted on: April 25, 2023
Siren Testing
The new Siren Warning System is now installed and working. It will be tested on a regular basis, one time each month. The testing day will be the first Friday of each month, at 12pm (noon). If there is inclement weather on that particular Friday, the testing day will be moved to the following Monday.
Posted on: January 5, 2023
Wishing for a White Christmas – The Bledsonian-Banner
Those who wished for a white Christmas got their dream fulfilled December 25. A blanket of snow fell in Bledsoe County but with it came several days of single digit temperatures, frozen pipes, and windchill below zero. Extra precautions had to be taken to protect outdoor animals.
City of Pikeville
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Pikeville, Tennessee 37367
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