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Briggs & Stratton to close Newbern facility

Briggs & Stratton announced on Thursday it would move existing manufacturing from its Newbern, Tenn. facility to its McDonough, Ga. facility, essentially closing the plant down. According to Laura Timm, Briggs & Stratton... >>
Relay for Life kickoff features testimony of cancer survivor

A phone call from your doctor's office turns an otherwise routine checkup into a life-changing event. As hard as you try to concentrate on the facts being provided to you, you realize your mind went blank after the first... >>
Red Cross here to serve northwest Tennessee

Recent storms this week have reminded all of us that disaster can strike during any season on the calendar. Although typically spring disasters, tornadoes have been spotted in this unusually mild winter, and when tornadoes... >>
Fire destroys Hamer Road residence

Fire destroyed a house on Hamer Road on Wednesday afternoon after two fire crews were needed to extinguish the flames. The call about the fire came in to Dyer County Dispatch at 12:54 p.m. from a person driving down the road... >>
Walk Across Tennessee kicks off 2012 trek

And ... they are off! Walk Across Tennessee teams began their imaginary trek across the state this week. The goal is for each team of eight to walk 500 miles in six weeks. "Or, as far as they can," said event organizer Beth... >>
Master Gardeners review accomplishments, prepare for new year

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Master Gardeners helped their communities blossom -- literally, inspirationally and educationally -- in 2011. They plan to do it again this year, and new gardeners are encouraged to get their hands dirty. A new Master... >>

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Relay for Life Kickoff

Dyer County Relay for Life kicked off its 2012 campaign in the Student Center at Dyersburg State Community College on Tuesday, Jan. 24. The featured speaker was cancer survivor Jack Grills, who commended the local community and the American Cancer...

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Dyersburg-Save-A-Lot theft suspects
Dyersburg Police are trying to identify these women in this video surveillance footage from Dyersburg Save-A-Lot Discount Foods. The suspects allegedly stole approximately $200 in meat from the store. The woman in the red and black dress allegedly hid several packages of meat under her dress, while the woman in the white shirt hid items in her purse and insider her shirt. If you have any information on this case contact Crime Stoppers of Dyer County at 731-285-TIPS or Dyersburg Police Criminal Investigation Division at 731-288-7679.
Footage of theft of donation jar for cancer treatment from Dyersburg restaurant
Dyersburg Police are trying to identify the woman in this video surveillance footage from Los Portales Mexican restaurant on Lake Road. The suspect allegedly stole a donation jar containing between $75 - $90, which was supposed to go to cancer treatment and research. The theft occurred on Monday, Jan. 9, around 9:40 p.m. The suspect is identified as a black female in her early 20s, between 5'6" and 5'7", medium to heavy build, wearing a gray warmup suit with unique design on the back. If you have any information on this case contact Crime Stoppers of Dyer County at 731-285-TIPS or Dyersburg Police Criminal Investigation Division at 731-288-7679.
Swift search continues 11-19-2011
Volunteers searched on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, for evidence in the Karen John Swift missing person case. The Obion River, White's Lake, and the Millsfield area were searched by Dyer County firefighters, local and area rescue squads, and several local residents.
Veterans Day Parade 2011
Veterans and their supporters listened to guest speakers Lt. Col Barry Collins and State Rep. Bill Sanderson during the Veterans Day program in downtown Dyersburg on Nov. 11, 2001.

Richard Ross: Dyer County through and through

Choctaws, Lady Choctaws impressive on the road

No.6 Lady Trojans struggle; Trojan boys fall to talented Chargers

Big crappie and "The Order" returns

DHS welcomes overflow crowd for McNeil benefit

Richard Ross: Dyer County through and through

Retired Dyer County teacher Richard Ross was honored this past Friday for his countless years of service to Dyer County High School by being inducted into the DCHS Hall of Fame. Ross considers himself a Dyer County man... >>
Choctaws, Lady Choctaws impressive on the road

MEMPHIS -- Memphis University School will not soon forget senior John Hudson's performance on Tuesday evening. Hudson was mesmerizing, putting on a 3-point shooting display to lead the Choctaws to victory 70-60 over the MUS... >>
No.6 Lady Trojans struggle; Trojan boys fall to talented Chargers

The loss suffered by Dyersburg to Obion County on Friday cost the Lady Trojans a spot in the polls and a chance at the top spot in the district standings. The lopsided, 50-36 loss to Covington on Tuesday at DHS may prove to... >>
Big crappie and "The Order" returns

Under normal weather conditions, it's a struggle for me to not spend too much time on the weather, after all, it is called "Regional Hunting and Fishing", not "Regional Wind and Rain". However, as an outdoorsman, I could... >>
DHS welcomes overflow crowd for McNeil benefit

On Saturday night at Dyersburg High School, an overflow crowd gathered to witness the first-ever alumni games played between Dyersburg and Dyer County. Showing good sportsmanship and a competitive spirit, the enormous crowd... >>
Choctaws hold on to beat Christian Brothers, 68-62

The Dyer Choctaws participated in the Penny Hardaway Classic on Saturday taking on seventh-ranked AA opponent Christian Brothers in Memphis. The Choctaws erupted with a 27-point second quarter performance and led by as many... >>
Though the scoreboard showed the winners, there were no losers

Driving past DHS well before the start of the McNeil benefit was slated to begin on Saturday, a quick look revealed parking spaces being taken one by one with a steady flow of traffic exiting the bypass and entering the... >>
DC's Yarbrough:1,720 points and counting

Senior Fred Yarbrough broke Brian Fisk's all-time career point record during the fourth quarter of the game against Jackson North Side on Friday, Jan. 13. The Choctaws returned home on Friday, Jan. 20 and celebrated... >>
Dyersburg falls short in bid to upset Obion County

Entering Friday night's district showdown with Obion County, the game served as a measuring stick as well as an opportunity for Dyersburg. In the end, the No.5-ranked Lady Trojans didn't measure up and failed to take... >>
Dyer County squads sweep Munford in district contests

TANYA SIERRA tsierra@stategazette.com With just under a month remaining in the regular season, all games left on the schedule are ones played with importance. On Friday at DCHS, both the Lady Choctaws and Choctaws made the... >>
Trojans hold off Rebels to win district contest 56-50

After a subpar performance earlier in the week against Westview, Dyersburg rebounded from the effort in fine fashion on Friday while facing Obion County. Though the Rebels were able to knot the contest late in the second... >>
No.5 Dyersburg too much down the stretch for Westview 68-42

With the District 13AA tournament less than a month way, every win or loss during the rest of the regular season could have major implications down the stretch. On Tuesday night in Martin, one Dyersburg squad had a stellar... >>
Hubbs, Yarbrough lead Choctaws past Tigers

MEMPHIS -- Facing Missouri's No.6-ranked Caruthersville on Monday at the MLK Classic, Dyer County looked to make the most of its third trip in as many years to the FedEx Forum. The Choctaws -- ranked No.5 in the latest... >>
Blue-collar Trojans go to work, edge Cavs late 57-55

Just when it looked like Dyersburg had run out of gas against Crockett County on Friday night at DHS, the Trojans found another gear and simply went to work. The end result was a thrilling, come-from-behind 57-55 district... >>
Yarbrough breaks school record; No.5 DC rolls

When senior Fred Yarbrough landed a halfcourt shot at the buzzer going into halftime with nothing but net, everyone in attendance knew they were witnessing something special on Friday evening. Yarbrough, who stands an... >>
Lady Indians complete season sweep of Lady Choctaws

In a district contest, the Lady Choctaws and the Lady Indians of Jackson North Side High School battled to see who was the better. For the 2012 season, it is the Lady Indians, as they completed a season sweep by beating the... >>
No.5 Dyersburg makes quick work of winless Crockett County

As the No.5 team in the state, the bullseye is only going to become larger on the backs of the Lady Trojans squad, but on Friday Crockett County offered little if any challenge. Dyersburg overcame a somewhat sluggish start... >>
Fans show up just in the nick of time

Ever have one of those days when you know what you're about to do or say and then suddenly have a change of heart? Well, the above mentioned happened to yours truly this week. While wondering why there has been a lack of... >>
Dyersburg rally falls short against Ripley

No.5-ranked Lady Trojans hammer Lady Tigers 84-50

After digging themselves a double-digit deficit in the first half, Dyersburg stormed back in the final quarter against Ripley. Unfortunately for the Trojans, trailing by 14 points to start the final period was too much to... >>
Lady Choctaws dominate; Choctaws struggle but win

The Lady Choctaws blew past the Lady Knights of Sheffield High School, 62-21, on their way to a third straight victory. The game began with a 2-2 tie, but the Dyer County girls took over from there, scoring 32 straight... >>
Choctaws, Lady Trojans earn Top 10 ranking in first AP Poll of the season

The first Associated Press Top 10 poll of the 2011-12 season was released on Monday afternoon. The Choctaws landed at No.5 in the Class AAA boys' poll, while the Lady Trojans also began their stint in the rankings at the... >>
Choctaws defeat district rival Brighton 89-77

Dyer County head coach Derek McCord challenged the Choctaw nation to come and show their support against district rival Brighton High School. The Choctaw nation responded, and was on hand to witness Dyer County's 89-77... >>
Dyersburg turns up the intensity, routs Milan

Entering the home stretch of the regular season, the wins are very important, but playing well to earn those victories provides momentum as well as confidence. On Friday night against visiting Milan, the Lady Trojan... >>
Lady Choctaws earn first district win on the road

The Lady Choctaws played one of their most complete games of the season in posting a 59-45 victory over their district rival, the Lady Cardinals of Brighton High School. The victory is the first district win of the season... >>
Trojans use strong second half to get past Bulldogs

In most cases, win or lose, the Trojan basketball team is going to make things interesting. Friday night's district contest against Milan was no different. The Trojans trailed by one at the end of both the first and second... >>

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Ky. to review how to restore bridge struck by boat
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Kentucky's governor said Friday there will be an immediate review of ways to restore an aging traffic bridge in the western part of the state after a five-story-high cargo boat carrying space rocket parts for NASA and the Air Force slammed into it, leaving a 300-foot-wide gap in the structure....
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WILLIAMSTOWN, Ky. (AP) -- A Fort Campbell soldier acquitted last year in a fatal northern Kentucky crash has pleaded guilty to having musical equipment belonging to the Army....
Tennessee man suspected in threat on Ariz. sheriff
PHOENIX (AP) -- Authorities in Tennessee say they've arrested a man who's suspected of threatening the self-proclaimed "toughest sheriff" in America....
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A Tennessee Republican lawmaker is defending comments he made on a satellite radio show about the origins of AIDS and how it's transmitted....
Tenn. bill weakens limits on lobbyist entertaining
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A bill would make it easier for lobbyists to wine and dine lawmakers, a move that critics say would be a "step backward" from ethics reforms imposed on the General Assembly after the FBI's Tennessee Waltz bribery sting of 2005....

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