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Lizards, leopards part of library's rainforest renovation
(Community News ~ 08/17/04)
An idea that originated with a few third-grade teachers at Dyersburg Intermediate School has resulted in renovations for the school's library as well. "We were definitely in need of a change," said Judy Owens, who has served as the school's librarian for more than 20 years. The students are the ones who are enjoying the change most of all, though, added Owen...
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This is Fusion
Local band playing on WREG Wednesday
(Community News ~ 08/17/04)
You've probably heard their song on the radio and their introduction as a West Tennessee band. But they're more than that -- they're a Dyer County band. And Fusion has two important dates in Memphis this week. First, they'll be playing on WREG-TV's Live at 9 on Wednesday morning. Then, Thursday night, they've got a new record-label showcase gig at Newby's where they'll be supporting the Memphis band Dust For Life...
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Former Dyersburg resident signing first book
(Community News ~ 08/17/04)
Dr. Cynthia Bond Hopson, formerly of Dyersburg, will read from and sign her first book, "Wiggle Tales: A Collection of Hopson's Haywood from the Brownsville States-Graphic," at noon Saturday at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in Jackson. Published by Main Street Publishing of Jackson, the book is a compilation of columns about Hopson's childhood...
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Shape Up!,
(Local News ~ 08/17/04)
Shape Up!, a program designed to teach Dyer Countians how to make healthy choices when it comes to food and lifestyles, was held Saturday at the Dyersburg Mall. Displays were set up by a number of health-care providers in the area. Here, Administrative Lieutenant Steve Isbell works with children as the Dyersburg Police Department offers information on child safety to passers-by. In all there were more than a dozen booths and displays in the public area of the mall...
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Smithers assumes command of Corps' Memphis office
(Local News ~ 08/17/04)
When the Mississippi River Commission holds its low-water inspection trip next week, a new commander will appear before them. Col. Charles O. Smithers III, who assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Memphis District on July 13, will update the commission on current projects in this area...
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Adult business owner bound to grand jury on additional charge
(Local News ~ 08/17/04)
During an appearance in Dyer County General Sessions Court Monday the owner of an adult bookstore waived a charge of opening on Sunday to action of the grand jury. Donald Brewer Sr. of Paris was represented by Jackson attorney Russell Larson, who told Judge Charles V. Moore Jr. his client wished to waive his right to a preliminary hearing...
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Polly Sharp
(Obituary ~ 08/17/04)
Polly Sharp, 93, of Hornbeak, died Saturday, Aug. 14, 2004 at Good Samaritan Heath and Rehabilitation in Antioch. She was a homemaker and a member of Crockett's Chapel Methodist Church. Graveside services were at 11 a.m. today in Lake Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Ed Endsley officiating. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements...
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Norman Chism
(Obituary ~ 08/17/04)
Norman Chism, of Southaven, Miss., formerly of Ridgely, died Monday, Aug. 16, 2004 at Baptist Hospital in Southaven, Miss. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Curry Funeral Home.
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Alexander Konyk
(Obituary ~ 08/17/04)
Alexander Konyk, 87, of Bonicord, died today at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Dyersburg Funeral Home.
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Davis signs with DSCC
(High School Sports ~ 08/17/04)
LaDonna Davis of Ripley High School signed up with the Dyersburg State Lady Eagles Softball team. From left front row are Terry Davis, LaDonna Davis, Coach Amy Elder (back row from left) Dyersburg State Softball Coach Randy Hulme, Joe Bridges, Principal Bobby Baker and Keith Potter...
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