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Photo Galleries 
World Harmony Runners arrive at DIS
(05/09/12)
Dyersburg Intermediate Students were treated to a visit from the World Harmony Runners on Wednesday afternoon. This year DIS educator Bart Williams and seven students joined the runners on a leg of their journey. Students ran from Cumberland... 
Confederate soldier statue dedication (Trimble, Tenn.)
(05/04/12)
Saturday, April 28, 2012, a Confederate soldier statue dedication ceremony was held at Parks Cemetery Ridge Confederate Memorial Plaza in Trimble, Tenn. The dedication was hosted by Sons of Confederate Veterans Gen. Otho French Strahl Camp 176 of... 
268th Military Police Returns Home
(05/03/12)
The 268th Military Police Unit out of Ripley returned home on Thursday, May 3 around 4 p.m. The unit had been deployed to Kuwait since October 2011. The unit is under the command of Captain Paul Gross and includes a Dyersburg detachment. 
Prayer On The Square
(05/03/12)
Local residents observed the 2012 National Day of Prayer on the lawn of the Dyer County Courthouse at noon, on Thursday, May 10. The community's traditional Prayer On The Square offered a chorus of prayers at each corner of the lawn of the Dyer... 
Mayor's Prayer Breakfast
(05/03/12)
Dyer County residents kicked off the 2012 National Day of Prayer with the traditional Mayor's Prayer Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church. There, community and religious leaders led the community in prayer for the church,... 
DHS Academic Honors Banquet
(04/30/12)
The 2012 DHS Academic Honors Banquet was held in the DHS Commons on Thursday, April 27. DHS honored 217 students at the banquet including the Trojan Scholars, the ACT 30+ Club and the 2012 Valedictorian Tillman Austin. 
Relay for Life
(04/28/12)
Droves of Dyer County residents showed up to support the annual Relay for Life on Friday evening on the campus of Dyersburg State Community College. 
April Healthy Woman Self-Defense Event
(04/27/12)
Healthy Woman's April event was geared toward mothers and daughters, but women of all ages showed up to learn self-defense tips. 
Women in Networking event at Security Bank
(04/27/12)
This month's Women in Networking took place on Thursday, April 26, at Security Bank in downtown Dyersburg. The wine and cheese event provides local women with a 'ladies night out' and a chance to do a little networking. Each month a different... 
2012 DCHS Academic Banquet
(04/19/12)
Dyer County High School honored the school's top students during their academic banquet last week. 
Don Pennington's 60th Anniversary at Forcum Lannom
(04/17/12)
Mr. Don Pennington celebrates 60 years with Forcum Lannom Contractors. Pennington began at Forcum Lannom in 1952 when it was Forcum James. Pennington has worked at Forcum Lannom for 60 of the 101 years the company has been open. 
Sheriff's Dept. hosts benefit for Monica Permenter
(04/16/12)
A benefit supper and auction were hosted by the Dyer County Sheriff's Dept. for Monica Permenter at the Millsfield Fire Dept. on Friday, April 13. The event attracted hundreds of caring residents for a night of fun, food and laughter. A total of... 
38th Annual CRD Banquet
(04/16/12)
The 38th Annual CRD Banquet was held at Dyersburg Middle School on Saturday, April 16. The theme of the banquet was "Education: A Key to Success". The organization recognized several outstanding students, civic leaders and organizations and awarded... 
Hometown Heroes Salute
(04/16/12)
The Northwest Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross hosted the Fifth Annual Hometown Heroes Salute on Saturday, April 14 at the Dyersburg Mall. 
Dyer County Easter Egg Hunt
(04/09/12)
Dyer County Mayor Richard Hill's Easter Egg Hunt drew its largest crowd to date on Saturday, April 7, with families collecting on each corner of the Courthouse to hunt eggs and take advantage of the beautiful spring weather. Free hotdogs,... 
James Earl Johnson Retirement Ceremony
(04/06/12)
Dyersburg Parks and Recreation Director James Earl Johnson will be retiring from the city after 42 years of service. A retirement ceremony was held at the Dyersburg Activity Center in his honor on Thursday, April 5. 
Jobs Roundtable
(04/05/12)
Congressman Stephen Fincher hosted a Jobs Roundtable at the Dyersburg Dyer County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, April 5. A variety of topics were touched on including reduced regulation, workforce education and funding priorities. Fincher also... 
ABWA's Girl's Night Out
(03/30/12)
The Southern Accent chapter of the American Business Women's Association (ABWA) held their second annual "Girl's Night Out" on Thursday evening at Dyersburg State Community College. 
Mississippi River Commission
(03/26/12)
The Mississippi River Commission held one of two public meetings in Tiptonville on Monday morning. The commission heard public input on various levees along the Mississippi River. 
State of the City address
(03/09/12)
Dyersburg Mayor John Holden presented a State of the City address on Friday, March 9 at 7:30 a.m. at the Lannom Center. He addressed topics such as: goals for the city, unemployment numbers, job creation, tax collections, operating fund balances,... 
Port of Cates Landing info session
(03/09/12)
Approximately 45 people, including several legislative officials, attended a Port of Cates Landing informational session in Lake County on Friday, March 9. 
Read Across Town Event
(03/02/12)
The Read Across Town event hosted by the McIver's Grant Public Library in conjunction with First Baptist Church, First Citizens Bank, First South Bank, and Security Bank was held on Thursday afternoon. Children delighted to the stories of Dr. Seuss,... 
Coach Gooch Chili Supper Benefit
(03/02/12)
Friend of Coach Gooch held a Chili Supper benefit at Dyersburg Primary School on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Coach Gooch is battling Stage IV lung cancer and has taught physical education at DPS for almost 25 years. 
February Healthy Woman
(02/29/12)
Dyersburg Regional Medical Center's Healthy Woman program kicked off the 2012 year this week with a new Marketing Director at the helm. Melissa Caldwell joined the DRMC staff at the beginning of February, just in time to present "With Every Beat... 
Business After Hours at Professional Real Estate Group
(02/24/12)
Professional Real Estate Group showcased their new building on Silver Street as they hosted Thursday's Business After Hours. 
DHS graduate chaperones teens for London parade performance
(02/23/12)
DHS Class of 2004 graduate Amber McKellar recently chaperoned a large group of high school cheerleaders and participating parents to England to perform in London's New Year's Day Parade. While there, the group had plenty of free time to see the... 
Dyer County FFA luncheon
(02/22/12)
In recognition of National FFA Week and Dyer County High School Career & Technical Education, the Dyer County FFA chapter sponsored a luncheon on Wednesday at DCHS. Community members that support the DCHS ag. program and the FFA attended the event. 
Dyersburg Noon Rotary Club's P.H. White, Jr. Memorial Rotary Rural Urban Day
(02/17/12)
The Dyersburg Noon Rotary Club's P.H. White, Jr. Memorial Rotary Rural Urban Day luncheon was held on Thursday at the Dyer County fairgrounds. After a welcome by Edward Burks and a prayer led by Dr. Larry A. Blakeburn, the crowd was entertained by... 
Moving into Fifth Consolidated
(02/06/12)
Students began moving into the new Fifth Consolidated building on Monday, Feb. 6. Students in third, fourth and fifth grade made the move on Monday, with the rest of the school scheduled to follow later in the week. 
Legislative Coffee
(02/03/12)
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett, Representative Bill Sanderson and Sentor Lowe Finney were among the elected officials present at the Legislative Coffee hosted by the Chamber of Commerce on Friday morning 
McIver's Grant Library check presentation
(02/03/12)
McIver's Grant Public Library received $100,000 toward its Capital Campaign for a new building on Friday, Feb. 3. Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett presented library officials with a big check in the lobby of the present library, with State... 
Chamber Banquet
(01/31/12)
The Chamber of Commerce held their annual banquet on Sat. Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. to honor the outstanding leadership of citizens in the community. Joe Turner, a mentalist, provided entertainment for the evening with several crowd pleasing tricks. 
Relay for Life Kickoff
(01/27/12)
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... 
2012 NAACP Freedom March
(01/16/12)
The Freedom March, presented by the Dyer County Chapter of the NAACP took place on Monday, Jan. 16. The event included two parades from the Bruce and Future City activity centers, a celebration at the Dyer County Courthouse followed by a program at... 
2011 Kiwanis Duck Blast
(12/28/11)
The Kiwanis Club recently completed its first Duck Blast, with funds raised to benefit McIver's Grant Public Library. The 2011 Duck Blast featured a dinner and an auction at the Lannom Center on Thursday, Dec. 15, with hunters participating in a... 
Mission Toy Give-a-Way
(12/26/11)
Nearly 200 children received toys and a photo with Santa through the Dyersburg Dyer County Union Mission's 2011 Toy Give-a-Way. Set up this year in a toy store fashion, children were able to select their own toys from tables sorted by age and... 
Union Mission serves many this Christmas season
(12/26/11)
The Dyersburg Dyer County Union Mission recently completed one of its busiest seasons, but volunteers and staff will remain available to meet the needs of residents in the Dyer County community throughout the New Year. Here, Wendi Rigsby of the... 
Howard Guthrie honored
(12/23/11)
Howard Guthrie received a surprise at Noon Rotary Club's last meeting of 2011. His family and friends were on hand to witness a presentation from Dyersburg Mayor John Holden, who honored the longtime community leader with a proclamation and a Key to... 
Reception for retiring Dyer County Administrator of Elections Jane Heathcott
(12/23/11)
State and area officials, friends, and family gathered at the Dyer County Election Commission on Thursday, Dec. 22, to wish retiring Election Administrator Jane Heathcott a fond farewell. She has been with the election commission for 41 years and... 
Goodfellows
(12/21/11)
Members of the Dyer County community joined together at the Family Living Center at the Dyer County Fairgrounds to ensure that over 400 families have food on the table this Christmas. Boxes for the Dr. William F. Pierce Goodfellows Food Distribution... 
Dyer County Judges' Christmas Luncheon
(12/13/11)
The Dyer County Judges' Christmas Luncheon was held on Tuesday in downtown Dyersburg at the Dyer County Clerk's office. Numerous people involved in the court system and guests of the judges were able to enjoy a meal and visit with each other. 
Habitat for Humanity annual Christmas Dinner
(12/12/11)
Habitat for Humanity held its annual Christmas dinner in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church on Thursday, Dec. 8. Those participating in the potluck dinner were treated to a good meal and entertainment from talented performers from Fine... 
Trimble First Baptist Church Special Friends Dinner
(12/09/11)
Trimble First Baptist Church held one of their longstanding Christmas traditions this week as they held their Special Friends Dinner. Ladies in the community are asked to come to the church for an evening of delicious food, fellowship and gift... 
Newbern Rotary's 21st Annual Christmas Parade
(12/02/11)
Scenes from Thursday, Dec.1,2011, Newbern Rotary's 21st Annual Christmas Parade. 
Holiday After Hours at the Chamber
(12/02/11)
Civic leaders and business professionals got to mingle and celebrate the holiday season as they enjoyed food, fun and entertainment during Thursday's Holiday After Hours at the Lannom Center 
The 61st Annual Dyersburg Christmas Parade
(11/30/11)
Hundreds of parade goers gathered downtown on Tuesday to watch the 61st Annual Dyersburg Christmas Parade. 
Security Bank's Women in Networking Holiday Mart II
(11/21/11)
Security Bank's Women In Networking Program recently offered a Holiday Mart at Lupo's Restaurant in Dyersburg. Booths offered a taste of the holiday season to ladies attending the event. Many got a jump on early Christmas shopping while catching... 
Security Bank's Women in Networking Holiday Mart
(11/21/11)
Security Bank recently held its Women In Networking Holiday Mart at Lupo's. The event gave local ladies a chance to get a jump start on their holiday shopping as well as enjoy a fun evening out. Here, Megan Madden shares her photos with State... 
Search for Karen Swift, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011
(11/19/11)
On Saturday, approximately 50 searchers from several different counties continued the search for evidence in the missing person case of Karen Swift. Dyer County Emergency Management Director James Medling, in conjunction with the Dyer County... 
Damascus Fundraiser
(11/18/11)
Damascus held a fundraiser on Thursday evening to raise funds for a new building. Damascus is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting men with individual plans to treat the cause of their problems and addictions. 
Healthy Woman 4th anniversary celebration
(11/15/11)
Healthy Woman celebrated its fourth anniversary in style on Thursday, Nov. 10, with a fun-filled evening beginning with a free health fair and women's expo in the lobby of the Lannom Center. Healthy Women members moved into the banquet room at 6... 
Veterans Day Parade Part II
(11/11/11)
Veterans and their supporters gathered in downtown Dyersburg for the annual Veterans Day Parade. Afterwards, veterans were treated to a catered meal at the National Guard Armory. |
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