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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — House Majority Whip Johnny Garrett, R-Goodlettsville, has named State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, to fill one of six Deputy Whip positions within the Tennessee House Republican Caucus for the second session of the 111th Tennessee General Assembly...

This week, local small-business owner Josh Kraus officially announced his decision to seek election to the Tennessee House of Representatives. A Dyersburg native who is a Doctor of Chiropractic medicine and experienced angus cattle farmer, Kraus has been described by his supporters as the strong conservative voice that West Tennessee needs...

On Thursday, February 20, at 10 a.m., the Tennessee College of Applied Technology hosted its annual Signing Day, where 112 students from nine high schools including Obion County Central High School, South Fulton, Union City High School, Crockett County High School, Halls High School, Lake County High School, Dyersburg High School, Dyersburg High School, and Gibson County High School.

RACHEL TOWNSEND rtownsend@stategazette.com Kicking off 2020 with information on understanding credit, the First Citizens National Bank Smart Women program hosted a presentation Thursday entitled, “Good Credit: Build It or Rebuild It,” with special guest speaker Beth Harris. ...

The Dyersburg Electric System Power Board convened Wednesday at noon at DES headquarters for their regular monthly meeting. All members of the board as well as the DES Executive Management Team were present. The meeting’s agenda had two items of new business, the appointment of the organization’s audit committee and a bad-debt charge-off.

Do you want to learn about recycling efforts in your community? Dyer County Recycles is a non-profit organization with a vision of bringing sustainable recycling program to Dyer County. Currently, Dyer County Recycles is seeking out energetic members with a desire to help with fundraisers, educational programs, and more. ...

On Friday morning February 21, Demarius Watson, 22, appeared in Dyersburg City Court for a preliminary hearing on a charge of first-degree murder. After hearing testimony, Judge Dean Dedmon found probable cause and bound the case over to the Dyer County Grand Jury.

An investigation by Special Agents with the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Newbern man, Charles Powell, 34, on weapon and drug charges.

This week’s Dyersburg High School student spotlight representative is Eliza Curtis. Eliza is a junior and the daughter of Taylor and Nicole Curtis. She was nominated for student spotlight by DHS Marketing instructor Jamie Reynolds. ‘Eliza is always so kind and always has a smile on her face,’ said Reynolds. ‘She is a hard worker, willing to help with anything at any time and is just a joy to have in class and in DECA.’...

DCHS Spotlight Student is 12th grader Mary Lurks. ‘I feel that Mary exhibits several characteristics on our PRIDE Rubric. She works hard to be the best version of herself and to do the right thing. She is respectful and considerate. She has also shown an extreme amount of determination to be successful in and out of the classroom. I am very excited to nominate Mary Lurks as a January-Student of the Month!’ - Jennifer Ray...

Members of the Dyer County YMCA may have been left disappointed Tuesday as the local fitness club announced it would be temporarily closing its doors in order to make repairs and improvements to the facility.

The Newbern Board of Mayor and Alderman convened Tuesday, February 18, to discuss items on the agenda including two ordinances and departmental updates.

The Dyersburg-Dyer County Arts Council is presenting its annual Piano and Pastries musical showcase on Sunday, February 23 at 3 p.m. at the Professional Development Center at 305 College St., Dyersburg. The free event will feature the talents of a host of local pianists, including Sarah Jean, Dakota Hill, Marcia Murphy, Teresa Archer, Tina Greenlee, Emma Hampton, Hannah Shope, Martha Prevet, Hellen Kendall, Mariam Maibaum, Bill Kelly and others. Refreshments will be served...

The City of Dyersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen convened Tuesday evening, February 18, at 7 p.m. for their regularly scheduled board meeting. The meeting was pushed back to Tuesday due to the Presidents’ Day holiday. Under new business, board members heard three items of new business – a public hearing notice pertaining to an ordinance to close the western portion of Charles Street, the attorney invoice, and a review of approved bids.

On Thursday, February 20, at 10 a.m., the Tennessee College of Applied Technology will be hosting its annual Signing Day, where 112 students from schools in Dyer County and surrounding areas will sign up for classes for the 2020-21 school year.

Dyersburg High School recently announced that DHS seniors Spencer Franckowiak and Luke Schroeder have advanced to the finalist level of the National Merit Scholarship Program. Over 1.5 million students from roughly 21,000 high schools entered the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Jackie Murray, known as “The Voice for the New Sound of Soul,” will present a special performance of “Harriet Tubman: One Woman’s Journey,” Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Dyersburg State Community College Dyersburg campus. This free event, sponsored by DSCC’s Office of Student Life, is held in conjunction with black history month and will take place in the First Citizens National Bank Auditorium inside the Campus Activities Building...

Employees of the Dyer County Health Department raise awareness for Women’s heart health. Heart attack symptoms include: Other signs: Spot a stroke F.A.S.T. -Face drooping. Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. ARM WEAKNESS...

All tattoo artists, body piercing technicians and operators are required to be licensed in order to operate. Licensure requirements include completion of an Infection Control Course followed by an examination and an inspection of the facility by the Tennessee Department of Health...

Joshua Lents graduated from Union University in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in History with a minor in Professional Education. He has six years of experience teaching history at Dyer County High School. Lents is currently enrolled at Union once again to obtain his master's degree in educational leadership. He and his wife, Ashley, currently reside between Halls and Friendship. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, playing music or hunting...

The second annual Tennessee Songwriters Week is set to occur February 23-29. The week, presented by the Tennessee Department of Tourism, celebrates foundation of the craft that the state is well known for – music. Tennessee has a rich heritage of music, ranging from bluegrass, country, blues, and more. In celebration of the songwriting craft, competitions and songwriter rounds have been set across the state. Blue Bank Resort, located on the shores of historic Reelfoot Lake, was chosen to host a Tennessee Songwriters Week event set to occur on Saturday, Feb. 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The spotlight ministry for the month of February at the New Life Union Mission is the Weekend Food for Kids program (Backpack Program). The concept originated in 2011 with Beverly Taylor, a volunteer in Halls. Nine years later, the program is still going strong and benefiting students in Dyersburg City Schools, Dyer County Schools, and Halls...

The Dyersburg Municipal-Regional Planning Commission met Thursday, February 13 at 10 a.m. inside the Municipal Building courtroom for their first meeting of 2020. All commissioners, with the exception of Paul Newbill and Dyersburg Alderman James Baltimore, were present.

The Dyersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will convene Tuesday evening, February 18, at 7 p.m. inside the Municipal Building courtroom, located at 425 West Market St. The agenda is as follows: 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance to American Flag...