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Recently, Dyersburg City Schools announced the recipients of the system’s teachers of the year. One educator was chosen from each city school, and this year, those selected as Dyersburg City Schools teachers of the year included Lance Roy of Dyersburg Primary, Lauren Newell of Dyersburg Intermediate, Trina Roy of Dyersburg Middle, and Katherine Huitt of Dyersburg High School.

Though the 2020 Kiwanis Duckblast event was canceled due to the ongoing pandemic, the Kiwanis Club of Dyersburg was still able to donate to two local causes on behalf of the annual event.

Life Choices Dyersburg is pleased to announce the addition of Daniel Gates as Prevention Educator. A Dyer County native and all-around athlete, Daniel was a member of several Dyersburg High School teams including soccer, football, track, tennis, and baseball teams...

The Dyer County School System announced all county schools will remain in Phase 3 until further notice. Dyer County Schools also noted, “Positive cases will be monitored closely. Please continue to socially distance, wash your hands frequently, and wear a mask when you cannot socially distance.”...

The Dyersburg City School System recently announced the phases for the upcoming week and issued the following release: “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 March 8-12, 2021...

MERYL CAMPBELL mcampbell@stategazette.com When coming to visit Lock’s Store and Macye’s Grill, you will find a casual environment and enjoy a great eating experience. If looking for the best family restaurant, this is the place for families with children. Lock’s Store and Mayce’s Grill, owned by Mayce Walker and located in the heart of Millsfield, is well worth the drive through beautiful soft rolling hills in the county...

This week’s Dyersburg High School student spotlight representative is junior student Jaylah Cobb. Jaylah is the daughter of Jeffery and Bridgette Cobb. ‘Jaylah is the ideal chemistry student. She comes to class prepared to learn, completes assignments on time, and always puts forth her best effort. In addition, she is respectful and always has a smile on her face. She is a joy to have in my class. Keep up the good work, Jaylah!’ – Molly Escue, DHS Chemistry Instructor...

This week’s Dyer County High School student spotlight representative is freshman student Sarah Anderson. ‘Sarah is always prepared for class, always willing to participate in class, drives discussion and is ready to learn.’ – Mrs. Nicole Martin

A local basketball coach sustained injuries on Tuesday night as a result of an attack following the Dyer County girls basketball Region 7AAA Tournament game at Arlington High School.

On Monday evening, March 1, the City of Dyersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen convened electronically for their regularly scheduled board meeting. Board members heard numerous items of new business, including the bid for expansion of Fairview Cemetery, a review of the recreation committee meeting minutes from Feb. 12 and two beer permits, and approval of the attorney invoice from January...

Dyersburg City Schools recently announced the members of the 2021 Hall of Honor class, who are to be inducted Sunday, March 28. The 2021 class consists of Brandon Gibson, Zacery Brown, Willie Cole, Charles Dawson, and Edgar Shults Jr. A ceremony to formally induct the five honorees will occur inside the Dyersburg Middle School cafeteria at 2 p.m...

The Dyersburg High School Class of 2025 is invited to tour DHS on Tuesday, March 9! The Class of 2025 will hear presentations from students and faculty and have the opportunity to visit several locations throughout the campus. The Class of 2025 will also receive information to schedule individual meetings with Dyersburg High School counselors regarding registration. All current DMS 8th-grade students are scheduled to attend. For prospective Dyersburg High School students not currently attending Dyersburg Middle School, please contact JaNeise Jensen at 731-286-3630 ext. 1109 to schedule your 8th-Grade Tour.

On Sunday morning, February 28, Dyersburg Police officers arrested Addison Carmack, 21, and Devan Peterson, 23, both of Ripley, Tenn., after responding to a shots fired call reportedly occurring in the parking lot of a Dyersburg business.

In preparation for the spring severe storm season, the week of February 28-March 6, 2021 has been declared Tennessee Severe Weather Awareness Week. Severe Weather Week is a good time to ensure that you and your family are ready for severe weather season. It is an opportunity to practice your severe weather plan at home, school, and work. It is also a chance to ensure you can receive critical severe weather information in time to take action to protect yourself...

On Friday, February 26, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released the following statement to accompany his signing of Executive Orders 77, 78 and 79

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee gas price average continues to climb, jumping nearly 10 cents since last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $2.50 which is 27 cents more than one month ago and nearly 29 cents more than one year ago. “Last month's pump price surge was primarily due to the winter storm that hit the gulf coast region,” said Megan Cooper, spokesperson, AAA - The Auto Club Group. ...

On Friday evening, Dyer County Mayor Chris Young announced the county-wide facial covering mandate, which was set to expire Saturday at 11:59 p.m., has been extended through April 28, 2021 at 11:59 p.m., unless otherwise lifted by the county mayor.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., a privately held national retail chain of craft and home decor stores, is open in Dyersburg. The Dyersburg store is Hobby Lobby’s 31st location in Tennessee. Natalie Wright is the store manager of the 50,000-square-foot retail facility located at Hwy. 51 and Troy Road...

McIver’s Grant Public Library has extended its annual Read Around the Library/Night of Reading event to a weeklong virtual celebration spotlighting Read Across America Week. The celebration officially kicks off Monday, March 1 and goes through Friday, March 5.

The Dyersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen will convene electronically Monday, March 1 at 7 p.m. For those who would like to access the meeting, you may call 978-990-5000, then enter the access code 203600#. The meeting is being held pursuant to Executive Order 16 issued by Gov. Bill Lee permitting local governing bodies to conduct meetings electronically and extended by Executive Orders 34, 51, 60, 65, and 71 (the latter of which Gov. Lee will be extending)...

NASHVILLE -- That time of year has rolled around again. The new 2021-22 Tennessee hunting and fishing licenses are now on sale, with over one million licenses expected to be purchased in the coming year. All current yearly Tennessee hunting and fishing licenses expire Sunday, Feb. 28...

On Friday morning, February 26, both lanes of traffic on the Interstate 155 Mississippi River Bridge closed temporarily as barges hit the structure earlier in the day. After an inspection was complete by TDOT, the bridge, which links Dyer County with Pemiscot County, Missouri, reopened shortly after 12 noon.

The Dyersburg City School System recently announced the phases for the upcoming week of March 1-5, 2021.

The Dyer County School System announced all county schools will remain in Phase 3 for the upcoming week of March 1-5, 2021.