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Donation opportunities include bake sale, concert
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
What can I do to help? It's a simple question and one that is frequently asked during times of disaster, such as this week's flooding of Southtown, Evansville and other neighborhoods. Opportunities to help are already surfacing. The concert will feature worship bands from The Gathering Place Ministry Center, First Baptist Church, The Atmosphere at First United Methodist Church and Revolution Drama from Cumberland Presbyterian...
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Highways 104, 210, 412 remain closed
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
Emergency officials reported Wednesday the main corridors closed in and out of the Dyer County community include: n Highway 104 West to Evansville n Highway 210 between Highway 51 and Highway 412 n Highway 412 between Highway 104 and Highway 210 The Highway 51 Bypass remains open to traffic...
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Dyer County approved for federal aid
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
Dyer County approved for federal aid NASHVILLE (AP) - More Tennessee counties have been declared federal disaster areas following severe storms, tornadoes and flooding over the weekend. Dyer County, along with Montgomery, McNairy, Perry, Shelby and Tipton, were added on Wednesday to the growing list of counties that have been approved for federal funding for residents who sustained damage and losses. Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen has requested assistance for 52 counties in all...
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DRS to give out supplies to those affected by flood
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
The Dyer County Disaster Relief Services (DRS) have set up places for people affected by the flood to receive supplies. Clothing and personal items will be given away at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church gymnasium, 2280 Parr Ave., today and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m...
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Disaster relief, recovery efforts beginning for flood victims
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
Officials believe the waters of the Forked Deer River have stopped rising. As families affected by the largest flood seen in Dyer County since 1937 wait for floodwaters to begin receding slowly from homes and businesses on the south side of Dyersburg, local emergency officials already know that much of the hard work is just beginning...
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Obituaries for May 6, 2010
(Obituary ~ 05/06/10)
Connie Staten Taylor, 70, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at her residence. She was a homemaker and a member of Englewood Baptist Church in Jackson. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Friday in Ridgecrest Cemetery in Jackson with the Rev. Robert Craig officiating. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements...
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At the Shelter
(Features ~ 05/06/10)
Pets are exposed to all kinds of pests. That is why it is so important to make sure they receive proper vet care, shots, and medications. Consult your vet before starting your pet on any medications or if you have questions. Fleas are the most common parasite affecting dogs and puppies. In just 30 days, 10 adult fleas can become 250,000 adult fleas, potentially infesting both your pet and your home...
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Forked Deer River receding, but threat not yet over
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
The Forked Deer has unofficially crested at 30.48 feet, Emergency Operations Manager Mark Grant reported Wednesday morning to first responders meeting at the Emergency Operations Center for a briefing on area flood conditions. Grant said the river's level dipped under 30 feet at its 9 a.m. reading, measuring 29.95 feet. At noon, the river measured 29.82...
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Evansville residents wait for waters to recede
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
As of Wednesday, Highway 104 West in Evansville was still underwater as were several other houses and a business within the small community. Albert Brasfield lived at 118 Fouth Ave. in Evansville until floodwaters forced him and his family to leave. They along with some of their neighbors are waiting for the waters to recede to see what kind of damage they will have to deal with...
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Highways 412 and 210 now open
(Local News ~ 05/06/10)
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has announced that both Highway 412 and Highway 210 are now open. The highways had been closed since Monday afternoon, after floodwaters crossed them. Parts of Highway 412 were underwater between Highways 210 and 104 in Dyer County. Highway 210 had floodwaters crossing it between Highway 412 and Highway 51 at Four Points...
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