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12/19/2025

Joseph Erastus Sutton of Pulaski was born July 5, 1948 to the late Wilson and Blanche Sutton in Pulaski, TN. He transitioned to his eternal rest on December 13, 2025 at Maury Regional Hospital in Columbia, TN. Joseph Sutton was a dedicated history teacher, in Pulaski and Huntsville Al, whose influence spanned many decades and countless lives. He was a well-respected citizen in Pulaski and surrounding communities, known for his integrity, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to education and service. He graduated from Giles County High School, and furthered his education by attending and graduating from Tennessee State University.
He found God as a youth and attended Beulah Baptist Church. He served as a Deacon and Treasurer. A true community leader, Joseph served with multiple organizations and was a County Commissioner. He also held the role of President of the NAACP, where he worked tirelessly to promote equality, civic engagement, and opportunity for all. His leadership left a lasting imprint on the community he loved. He also served as treasurer of the Greater Richland Creek M.B. Association. In addition, he was Chairman of the Pulaski Regional Planning Committee, and a former President of the Giles Community Education Association,
Joseph was exceptionally well read and possessed a deep knowledge of history, culture, and current events. He was also an avid sports enthusiast, closely following school, local, and national teams. Often called the Sutton family historian, Joseph carried with him a remarkable memory and a deep respect for family legacy. This same gift extended to his students—he knew them well and remembered not only their names, but also their families and life stories. These moments reflected the profound and enduring relationships he built over a lifetime of teaching.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Wilson and Blanche Sutton, and his sister, Naomi Whitfield.

He leaves to mourn many loving cousins and a special friend, Elizabeth Garland, along with generations of students, colleagues, and community members who will forever remember his guidance, kindness, and dedication.

Public Viewing for Joseph Erastus Sutton will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 3pm until 6pm at Jordan Funeral Home, 327 Mill Street, Pulaski, TN.

Funeral Service will be on Monday, December 22, 2025 beginning with visitation at 10am and the 11am service immediately following at The Greater Richland Creek Missionary Baptist Association (Central Building), 1095 Bledsoe Road, Pulaski, TN.

Interment will be in Maplewood Cemetery, Pulaski, TN.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to: The Greater Richland Creek M.B. Association (Central Building) P.O. Box 40 Pulaski, TN 38478 and Beulah Missionary Baptist Church, 506 N. 3rd Street, Pulaski, TN. 38478.

Jordan Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements for Joseph Erastus Sutton.

12/19/2025

12/19/2025

Winter is settling in across Tennessee, and the Tennessee Department Of Transportation
and TEMA are prepared and want you to be prepared also.

Now’s the time to check your home and vehicle for winter weather essentials. Make sure
you have basics like flashlights and batteries, extra food and water, medications, and
supplies for kids and pets. And don’t forget to keep an emergency kit in your car.

The Tennessee Department Of Transportation also has stock-piled 231,000 tons of salt and
more than 1.3 million gallons of salt brine. Our maintenance crews are prepared to treat and
clear roadways if winter weather hits. If you see our crews out treating or plowing, please give
them plenty of room to work safely.

Please, Stay safe and stay winter weather-ready.

12/19/2025

Here's your schedule for the holidays for Giles County Solid Waste.

Giles County Solid Waste will be closed December 24th, 25th, and 26th
for Christmas, and Giles County Solid Waste offices will also be closed
December 31st,and January 1st for New Years. This means all recycling
centers will be closed those days

The Pulaski Street Department Garbage pick-up schedule will be as follows,
Tuesday (12/23) and Wednesday (12/24) normal routes will be picked-up
Tuesday (12/23). Thursday (12/25) and Friday (12/26) routes will be collected
Monday (12/29).

For the New Year's Holiday, Thursday (1/1) routes will be picked-up Friday (1/2).

12/19/2025

Here's your schedule for the holidays for Giles County Tennessee
Government offices.

All Giles County Government offices will be closed December 24th,
25th, and 26th for Christmas.

All Giles County Government offices will also be closed December 31st,
and January 1st for New Years.

The next scheduled meeting for Giles County Government will be the
Giles County Regional Planning Commission Meeting, January 6th, 2026
from 5:00 until 6:00pm in the Basement Boardroom at the Courthouse
Annex (Truist Bank Building).

12/19/2025

The University of Tennessee Southern welcomes Dr. Stephanie Fletcher as Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration.

Dr Fletcher brings more than 18 years of progressive experience across private accounting and higher education finance. She most recently served as Director of Budget and Financial Planning at East Tennessee State University, where she co-led the university’s annual budget planning process and contributed to several major cross-campus initiatives.

Dr Flectcher holds an Education Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership, with research focused on leadership preparation for administrative roles across the sector.

In her new role, Dr. Fletcher will oversee UT Southern’s financial operations, budget strategy, facilities and capital priorities, and administrative services that support the university’s strategic plan.

A Strengthened Leadership Team for UT Southern’s Next Chapter is now underway as of December 15th.

12/19/2025

The Tennessee Department of Revenue will host a free webinar on books, records,
and the statute of limitations on December 30th at 9am Central time.

During the webinar, the Tennessee Department of Revenue staff will discuss essential
record-keeping practices and the statute of limitations guidelines for state tax compliance.

The December 30th webinar is part of a free series the department offers to the public.
Register for the webinar through the website...WWW.TN.GOV

12/19/2025

TDOT is putting another $20 million in spot safety improvements to work in FY26,
thanks to additional funding approved by the General Assembly in the spring of 2025.
These projects focus on everyday safety upgrades, like safer intersections, new turn lanes
improved signage, and enhanced drainage.

Crews are already making improvements at the I-65/SR 50 interchange (Exit 37) in Maury
County and adding turn lanes from State Route 111 onto both Fred Hill Road in White County
and Browns Mill Road in Putnam County.

This is just the beginning, there will be many more safety projects this coming spring.

12/19/2025

Reminder for Friday, December 19, all students will be dismissed at 9:30 for Christmas break. Buses will run regular routes. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to students. Faculty and staff will be dismissed at 11:30. Students return to school on Monday, January 5, 2026. We hope you all have a safe and wonderful break.

Bridgeforth Middle School
Elkton School
Giles County High School
Richland Elementary School
Minor Hill School
Pulaski Elementary School
Richland High School, Lynnville TN
Southside Elementary School

12/19/2025

Great news for Pulaski!

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today the 16 Tennessee Main Street and Tennessee Downtowns communities that are recipients of Downtown Improvement Grants.

12/18/2025

Joel Edward “Eddie” Bradley, age 71, of Lawrenceburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 at Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems in Lawrenceburg. Eddie was born on April 2nd, 1954 in Lawrenceburg. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. After his service, he would go on to work several years for UPS as a delivery driver. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his church family, working outdoors and in his shop, golfing, being a papa, and spending time with his loving family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Ivadell Bradley; sisters, Darlene Kelly and Linda Hill.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Rita Bradley; daughters, Kristy McMullin (Adam) and Jessica Wilkerson (Patrick); grandchildren, Ansley McMullin, Aden McMullin, Allison McMullin, Bella Wilkerson, and Jackie Wilkerson; brothers, Rick Bradley and Butch Bradley; sisters, Vickie Gilliam and Lesa Bradley, and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home on Friday, December 19th, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The funeral service will be held at Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home on Friday, December 19th, 2025 beginning at 1:00 p.m. Brother Jeff Overton will be officiating.

Interment will be held at Macedonia Cemetery.

Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home is honored and privileged to be handling all final arrangements.