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With the release of the Tennessee Department of Health’s (TDH) daily COVID-19 update on Friday, the department reported Dyer County as having a total of 2,363 COVID-19 cases, which consist of confirmed and probable cases. Additionally, the TDH said that Dyer County had 290 active cases with 2,035 recoveries/inactive cases.

Completed ballots may be mailed with a first-class stamp in the county you reside at the designated post office before 3 p.m. local time on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3. A representative from the county election commission will pick up ballots directly from the designated post office to ensure they are received by the close of polls on Election Day.

On Wednesday, October 28, the City of Dyersburg Local Government Committee convened in the Community Room at McIver’s Grant Public Library to discuss the proposed flood hazard areas in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) preliminary flood insurance rate map and flood insurance report in regard to the areas protected by the Bruce and Finley (Reagan) levees within the City.

The Dyer County School System announced Thursday afternoon that all schools, with the exception of Dyer County High School, would be under Phase 3 guidelines next week, November 2-6, 2020. DCHS will operate under Phase 2 guidelines.

With the release of the Tennessee Department of Health’s (TDH) daily COVID-19 update on Thursday, the department reported Dyer County as having a total of 2,336 COVID-19 cases, which consist of confirmed and probable cases. Additionally, the TDH said that Dyer County had 293 active cases with 2,005 recoveries/inactive cases.

In an effort to achieve both system goals of keeping students and staff members safe and continuity of learning, Dyersburg City Schools has announced the following Phase Plans for the school week of November 2-6, 2020. Pre-K students will return to in-person learning at Dyersburg Primary School for the school week of November 2-6. Pre-K through 2nd Grade (Dyersburg Primary School) and 3rd through 5th Grade (Dyersburg Intermediate School) will be in Phase 2 for the school week of November 2-6...

This week’s Dyersburg High School student spotlight representative is senior Kamil Yousuf. Kamil is the son of Mohammad and Naheed Yousuf. This past summer, Kamil attended Governor’s School for International Studies at the University of Memphis. ‘I went to Governor’s School for International Studies. ...

This week’s Dyer County High School student spotlight representative is freshman student Calen Acree. ‘Respect. Calen always has a good attitude about class. He listens and participates in discussions, he follows directions, and he absolutely builds positive energy when spending time in the classroom.’ – Mr. Justin Brown...

The Newbern Police Department issued an arrest warrant on Wednesday for Stephen Heath Coker, 20, of Newbern. Coker is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Jonathon Trumble on December 25, 2017.

The VFW Post 1972, DAV Chapter 40, and American Legion Post 30 announced the cancelation of this year’s annual Veterans Day Parade, speeches at the court square, and luncheon at the National Guard Armory due to the local effects caused by COVID-19. Though the traditional events will not occur Commanders and Members of the local VFW, DAV, and American Legion are attempting to create alternative plans to celebrate the day...

On Halloween, Saturday, October 31, from 1-3 p.m., the Dyersburg Church of God will hold a drive-thru trunk or treat event at the cotton mill parking lot, located at 575 Harrell Ave. Candy, hot dogs, and water will be available, and COVID-19 precautions will be taken...

A Dyersburg man originally charged with premeditated first-degree murder in the July 3, 2014 stabbing death of his wife has pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of second-degree murder in the Circuit Court of Dyer County.

The Newbern Rotary Club recently announced the annual Newbern Christmas Parade will not be held due to the social distancing guidelines in place stemming from COVID-19 as well as a lack of participants. Newbern Rotary stated, “The health and safety of our community is of most importance. We greatly appreciate the support we have for this event each year and look forward to planning our parade for 2021.”...

Traditional Halloween activities are fun, but some can increase the risk of getting or spreading COVID-19 or influenza. Plan alternate ways to participate in Halloween. Make trick-or-treating safer: • Avoid direct contact with trick-or-treaters • Give out treats outdoors, if possible...

The Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Agency is accepting applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. This program helps low-income households through direct energy payments to their energy provider. Proof of gross household income is required to determine eligibility. ...

MARTIN, Tenn. – The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) has recommended that the University of Tennessee at Martin receive $393,000 in additional outcomes-based formula funding in the next budget year based on established standards. The announcement was made by University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd in comments Oct. ...

Some 18 years ago, a plush figure named “Tommy Moose” emerged from the wilds of the northern woods and was adopted by the Loyal Order of Moose as an ambassador to comfort children in need. Representatives from the Newbern Lodge of the Loyal Order of Moose #2707 and Newbern Women of the Moose Chapter #2450 met with members of the Dyer County Sheriff’s Department on Wednesday, September 30 to present them with a herd of 18 “Tommy Moose” plushes. ...

With the release of the Tennessee Department of Health’s (TDH) daily COVID-19 update on Wednesday, the department reported Dyer County as having a total of 2,324 COVID-19 cases, which consist of confirmed and probable cases. Additionally, the TDH said that Dyer County had 323 active cases with 1,963 recoveries/inactive cases.

On Tuesday, numerous Republican representatives, including local representation consisting of State Senator Ed Jackson and State Representative Rusty Grills as well as Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton, visited Dyersburg to encourage residents to vote in the upcoming election. The stop was part of the Republican Road to Victory Bus Tour and began at 11:30 a.m. outside of Pennington Seed and Supply Company on South Mill Ave.

With the release of the Tennessee Department of Health’s (TDH) daily COVID-19 update on Tuesday, the department reported Dyer County as having a total of 2,285 COVID-19 cases, which consist of confirmed and probable cases. Additionally, the TDH said that Dyer County had 352 active cases with 1,898 recoveries/inactive cases.

With the release of the Tennessee Department of Health’s (TDH) daily COVID-19 update on Monday, the department reported Dyer County as having a total of 2,247 COVID-19 cases, which consist of confirmed and probable cases. Additionally, the TDH said that Dyer County had 359 active cases with 1,856 recoveries/inactive cases.

On Saturday, The Mill Workspace and Tencom Services held an outdoor fall market and bluegrass concert in downtown Dyersburg from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The event was held at The Mill Workspace by the new Dyersburg mural and attended by many community members.

A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Newbern Police Department, and the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office into a weekend shooting incident has resulted in a West Tennessee man, Terence Jamal Robinson, 32, being charged with murder.

GERMANTOWN, Tenn. – Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) has announced his law and order coalition, featuring more than 30 prominent members of the West Tennessee law enforcement community. "I am honored to have the endorsement of so many outstanding members of our law enforcement community here in West Tennessee," said Congressman David Kustoff. ...