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Congratulations class of 2024
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Pilkington, Pitts have stellar college careersSpecial to the State Gazette MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin has two stellar graduates who both came to campus from Halls High School in Lauderdale County who walked the line May 4. Faith Pilkington graduated with a degree in political science and philosophy and will attend Vanderbilt University Law School in the fall...
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Dyer County High School recognizes senior achievements during Honors Day Ceremony (5/15/24)The Dyer County Honors Day awards ceremony was held Tuesday, May 14, recognizing hundreds of students for their academic achievements and scholarships. The ceremony was opened with music from the DCHS Band, and welcoming words from DCHS Principal Laura Brimm.
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CLB, county committees convene to discuss ballparks, budgets, and leases (5/15/24)Members of the Dyer County Commission convened for several committee meetings held Monday, May 13 at the Dyer County Courthouse. Business discussed included the 2024-25 budget, which welcomed visitors representing Dixie Youth Baseball; an office lease at the Dyer County Community Complex for Prevention Alliance of Dyersburg-Dyer Count, and various reappointments to county boards by the Dyer County Legislative Body.
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‘Give Pets Their Best Shot’: Paws to Care to distribute free pet vaccines (5/15/24)Paws to Care, Inc., a local nonprofit 501c3 volunteer-based animal welfare organization, is partnering with national nonprofit Petco Love to give pets their best shot for a healthy life by hosting a free pet vaccine event on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
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Ketchum completes degree in cell and molecular biology at UT Martin (5/14/24)
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Jake Willis of Newbern earns business degree from UT Martin (5/14/24)
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Attempted traffic stop by DPD ends in crashes and a THP arrest (5/14/24)1The Dyersburg Police Department’s (DPD) attempt to stop a suspected DUI driver Sunday night ended with two crashes, an arrest by the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) , and a felony DPD charge, according to a DPD report on the incident.
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Dyer County gets a special view of the aurora borealis (5/14/24)1
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Veterans’ Museum hosts benefit car show (5/14/24)Special to the State Gazette The Veterans’ Museum recently hosted the Tri-Star Throwdown benefit car show. Over 50 cars lined the ramp of the former Dyersburg Army Air Base to be judged. The show was organized by Covington Media. The staff of the Museum were asked to pick their favorite for the “Museum’s Choice” award. Museum Assistant Director Rebecca Carmack-Summar and Administrative Assistant Hillary Wheeler chose a 1964-½ Ford Mustang owned by Gary King...
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“Cups for Pups” raises money for the Dyersburg/Dyer County Humane Society (5/13/24)
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State leaders Jackson, Grills, and Hurt update citizens and leaders about recent legislation (5/13/24)At the final Legislative Coffee for this political season, State Representatives Rusty Grills and Chris Hurt were joined Tuesday morning by State Senator Ed Jackson. The event, hosted by the Dyer County/Dyersburg Chamber of Commerce, saw updates from the state leaders on topics ranging from road works to voter integrity, including news about state dollars paying for repairs to Bunge Road.
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Anderson named semifinalist in U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (5/13/24)Dyer County High School senior Sarah Anderson has been named one of 625 semifinalists in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from over 6,000 candidates expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2024.
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State Rep. Rusty Grills secures $1.1 million for Bunge Road resurfacing project (5/13/24)1NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, secured $1.1 million in state funding to resurface Bunge Road in Dyer County.
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DCHS senior Zoe Campbell selected as Outstanding Statesperson (5/13/24)Dyer County High School student Zoe Campbell was selected as Outstanding Statesperson during Youth in Government, held at Capital Hill in Nashville. This summer, Campbell will participate in the Conference on National Affairs [CONA], hosted at Black Mountain, North Carolina.
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Tennessee Delta Alliance, Keep Dyer County Beautiful partner for Sorrells Chapel cleanup (5/13/24)A crowd of roughly two dozen volunteers rallied on Sorrells Chapel Rd. Saturday, May 11, for a three-hour-long cleanup effort that resulted in the removal of hundreds of pounds of trash and debris. The effort was a partnered endeavor involving the Tennessee Delta Alliance [TDA] and Keep Dyer County Beautiful. TDA Director Edmond McDavis III commented on the size of the volunteer effort and expressed his sincere thanks to all the volunteers who helped with cleanup efforts this year.
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University of Tennessee Foundation names Curtis-Swafford as UTM Vice Chancellor for University Advancement (5/11/24)Special to the State Gazette MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Foundation and the University of Tennessee at Martin are pleased to announce the appointment of Jeanna Curtis-Swafford as the UT Martin vice chancellor for university advancement, an essential position in advancing the university's mission...
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Teacher Feature (5/11/24)Alison Schneider Dyersburg Primary School Mrs. Alison Schneider is a seasoned educator whose passion for teaching radiates through her every action. Currently embarking on her journey with a vibrant bunch of first-graders, she is not just a teacher; she's a guiding light, a mentor, and a steadfast advocate for her students' success. Schneider pioneered the looping program at Dyersburg Primary School. ...
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Dyersburg High School recognizes seniors—scholarship and award announcements (5/10/24)On May 9, Dyersburg High School held an event honoring seniors and announcing awards and scholarships these students earned.
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Dyersburg Planning Commission gets demonstration of land use map changes (5/10/24)In addition to approving a billboard’s placement and a subdivision of three lots, the Planning Commission heard more from a planner about land use changes and an interactive presentation for citizens which would allow for public input.
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Holice Powell’s Hunter Williams named Tenn Under 10 recipient by the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation (5/9/24)Hunter Williams, a 3rd-grade student at Holice Powell Elementary School, was recently named an ambassador for the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation [GELF] and presented with a $1,500 scholarship check for being named a finalist for the Tenn Under 10 Award.
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Insurance Committee discusses rising cost of insurance for county-owned properties (5/9/24)The Dyer County Insurance Committee recently convened to discuss insurance increases for county-owned properties.
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2nd Annual Mental Health Glo Walk to be held May 18 at Oakview Park in Newbern (5/9/24)On Saturday, May 18, community members are encouraged to attend NAMI WALKS 2024 at Oakview Park in Newbern. The event will kick off at 6 p.m. with vendors, food trucks, live music, free community resources, and a 1-mile glo walk that begins at dusk. This event is free to the community.
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Security Bancorp of Tennessee honored with 2024 Pro Patria Award (5/8/24)Security Bancorp of Tennessee and its subsidiary banks, Bank of Halls, Patriot Bank, Bank of Crockett, Security Bank, and Bank of Jackson, have been honored with the 2024 Pro Patria Award by the Employee Service of Guard and Reserve (ESGR). This accolade recognizes their outstanding support of Captain Elliott Martin, Commander of the 890th Sapper Company, and highlights their commitment to employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve.
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City School Board meets to discuss lawn bids and graduation days (5/8/24)1On Monday, May 6, the Dyersburg School Board assembled for their regular monthly meeting. Topics included awarding a lawn care bid, and the board examined two policies.
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Dyersburg City Schools honors Teachers of the Year and retiring employees (5/8/24)Dyersburg City Schools held a banquet in honor of their outstanding educators and staff retiring at the end of this school year. The celebration was attended by the teachers, employees, their guests, school administrators, Dyersburg Mayor John Holden, and board members.
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Dyersburg City Board says farewell to retiring DES CEO Stephen Lane, takes up bids, announces public hearing (5/7/24)In the first of two regular monthly meetings for May, the Dyersburg City Board of Mayor and Aldermen announced a public hearing for annexation and rezoning of property on Friendship Road. The Board heard from retiring CEO and President of the Dyersburg Electric System (DES). They also approved the awarding of two bids and were informed of a third.
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Retired Teachers Association meeting on Friday, May 10 (5/7/24)Dyersburg-Dyer County Retired Teachers Association (RTA) will meet Friday, May 10, 2024, 1 p.m., at the Milton E. Magee Auditorium on 151 Everett Avenue in Dyersburg.
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TCAT Northwest hosts Regional Legislative Breakfast; announces new aviation program in Newbern (5/7/24)The Tennessee College of Applied Technology [TCAT] Northwest recently held its Regional Legislative Breakfast in Ripley, TN where TCAT Northwest President Dr. Youlanda Jones shared updates on funding, enrollment, and programming.
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Dyersburg Fire Department donates $1,200 to Community Cancer Fund (5/7/24)
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County Budget Committee to consider increases for McIver’s Grant in light of cash flow issues; Highway Dept. presents budget (5/7/24)The Dyer County Budget Committee met Monday, May 6, for the second round of budget discussions. On the agenda was the Highway Department budget and various non-profits supported by Dyer County.
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Local officials sign Melanoma Monday proclamation for Skin Cancer Awareness Month (5/6/24)Today is Melanoma Monday! Recognized nationally, the first Monday of May each year is set aside during Skin Cancer Awareness Month to bring awareness and advocacy of the most severe and deadliest form of skin cancer, melanoma.
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Dyersburg High School International Thespian Society held its annual banquet (5/6/24)Special to the State Gazette The Dyersburg High School International Thespian Society held its annual banquet on Saturday night, May 4, 2024. The banquet is held to celebrate the year, honor the seniors, and recognize those drama students who have worked on play productions this year. The drama seniors led the majority of the evening’s activities...
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Dishman and Robertson presented DAR Community Service (5/6/24)Special to the State Gazette Dyersburg High School [DHS] senior Presley Dishman and Dyer County High School [DCHS] senior Luke Robertson were presented the Daughters of the American Revolution [DAR] Community Service Award by Key Corner Chapter at the annual Youth Awards program. The Community Service Awards Committee provides a unique opportunity for chapters and states to recognize worthy individuals and organizations for outstanding voluntary service...
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Dyer County High School JROTC hosts 2nd Annual 5K to benefit Rescue Squad (5/6/24)On Saturday, May 4, the Dyer County High School JROTC hosted its 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run in support of the Dyer County Rescue Squad. The event welcomed a crowd of supporters and student cadets, as well as members of the Rescue Squad.