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On Monday, August 8, an arrest was made pertaining to the longstanding murder investigation of Karen Swift. David Swift, Karen’s former husband, was taken into custody out-of-state after being indicted on a charge of first-degree premeditated murder.

The Dyer County Election Commission in downtown Dyersburg was packed full of supporters and candidates Thursday evening as the unofficial results of the 2022 State Primary and Dyer County General Elections became available.

Just as the new school year is set to begin, many may notice the significant cosmetic improvements completed over summer break at Holice Powell Elementary School, located in the Fowlkes community.

A Clarksville man was taken into custody after he reportedly shot at an individual near the Lake Road area of Dyersburg. Brandon Morrow, 29, was arrested on July 30 by the Dyersburg Police Department on charges of aggravated domestic assault, unlawful possession of a weapon during the commission of a dangerous offense, and simple possession of schedule VI...

On Friday, August 5, motorcycle enthusiasts and friends of the Ballard family gathered at Full Throttle S’loonshine Distillery to officially begin the first leg of the 2022 Vicki Ballard Memorial Ride. Bikes roared to life around 9:30 a.m. Friday in downtown Trimble, Vicki’s hometown, to begin the annual 1,200-mile, 3-day adventure to the Full Throttle Saloon in Sturgis, South Dakota.

On Thursday, August 4, the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Southern Accent Chapter hosted the organization’s annual Girls Night Out event. The event is a fundraiser for the Dyersburg State Community College Scholarship Fund.

The Dyersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen convened Monday at 7 p.m. Board members present heard an update regarding the new garbage bin distribution, as well as the new household automated garbage collection, and reviewed bids.

The State and Federal Primary as well as Dyer County General Election are only two days away, occurring on Thursday, August 4. Ballots cast on Election Day will take place at the various voting precincts within the county from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Votes will not be cast at the Dyer County Election Commission on Thursday. Registered Dyer County voters who wish to cast their ballots on Thursday must do so at the location listed on their voter registration card...

BRANDON HUTCHESON bhutcheson@stategazette.com The Dyersburg City School Board convened Monday afternoon at the Central Office to review various updates, policies, and meet new teachers and staff for the new school year. All members of the board were present with the exception of Carlos Doss...

On Tuesday evening, August 2, the Dyersburg Police Department held a back-to-school swimming party and cookout at the Dyersburg Activity Center.

A Clarksville man was taken into custody after he reportedly shot at an individual near the Lake Road area of Dyersburg. Brandon Morrow, 29, was arrested on July 30 by the Dyersburg Police Department on charges of aggravated domestic assault, unlawful possession of a weapon during the commission of a dangerous offense, and simple possession of schedule VI...

On Monday, August 8, an arrest was made pertaining to the longstanding murder investigation of Karen Swift. David Swift, Karen’s former husband, was taken into custody out-of-state after being indicted on a charge of first-degree premeditated murder.

On Friday morning, Make-A-Wish Mid-South and the Dyersburg Police Department granted the Wish of a local young man.

Just as the new school year is set to begin, many may notice the significant cosmetic improvements completed over summer break at Holice Powell Elementary School, located in the Fowlkes community.

The Dyer County Election Commission in downtown Dyersburg was packed full of supporters and candidates Thursday evening as the unofficial results of the 2022 State Primary and Dyer County General Elections became available.