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Snow, sleet expected today
(Local News ~ 01/20/11)
The National Weather Service is predicting a 70 percent chance of precipitation today, with rain and snow occurring before noon. Snow mixed with freezing rain and sleet is possible between noon and 3 p.m., then snow likely afterward. Little or no ice accumulation is expected, but new snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 3 inches is possible...
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At the Shelter
(Features ~ 01/20/11)
Cold weather is upon us! Please make sure your pet is protected from the cold. If your pet is outdoors, remember they need a layer of fat and thick fur to help them withstand the cold. Since their water quickly freezes, they need fresh water throughout the day and plenty of nutritious dog food. ...
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Obituaries for January 20, 2011
(Obituary ~ 01/20/11)
Walter Leslie "Peanut" Box, 58, of Bulls Shoals, Ark., formerly of Newbern, died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2011 at his residence. He was a retired employee for the state of Tennessee. Graveside services will be at noon Friday at McCorkle Cemetery in Newbern with the Rev. Tommy Warner officiating...
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Saturday program at Reelfoot features birds of prey
(Local News ~ 01/20/11)
Knox Martin, Raptor Rehab coordinator for the Memphis Zoo, will present a program Saturday night at Reelfoot Lake State Park's visitor center. He is expected to discuss efforts to rehabilitate and release injured birds of prey. Audience members will have a chance to visit with a variety of non-releasable birds...
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Local psychological examiner disciplined
(Local News ~ 01/20/11)
A local psychological examiner has been disciplined by the Tennessee Department of Health for not maintaining sufficient continuing education credits. Charles R. Viar of Dyersburg, a senior psychological examiner, was included on the state Department of Health's January Disciplinary Action Report for failing to complete the 40 hours of continuing education credits required to maintain his Tennessee license. The report was released by state officials on Friday, Jan. 14...
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Volunteers needed for Feed the Need this Friday
(Local News ~ 01/20/11)
This Friday marks the 15th food distribution for the "Feed the Need" program and volunteers are again needed to assist in the operation. "Fed the Need" is an all-volunteer-run program for those in the community that need help and it is a direct way to get basic food items into the hands of those that can benefit from it the most...
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Duo arrested on marijuana charges
(Local News ~ 01/20/11)
Officers with the Dyersburg Police Department's Street Crimes Unit arrested two suspects last week after finding alleged marijuana in a residence on Schaffer Street. Charles Livingston, 20, 1826 Schaffer St., Apt. B, is charged with felony possession of marijuana...
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Suspect arrested for burglary
(Local News ~ 01/20/11)
Dyersburg Police have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with the burglary of Ford Construction on East Court and a vehicle on Bratton Avenue. Jeremy Doss, 28, 1621 Brasfield St., had warrants issued against him for failure to appear; burglary; burglary of an automobile; and resist/stop/frisk/halt...
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DC's Newell signs to continue career at Dyersburg State
(High School Sports ~ 01/20/11)
When recruiting area players to join the Dyersburg State baseball team, head coach Robert White goes after the best talent in the area. On Tuesday, White and the Eagles landed one of those players in DCHS senior Nick Newell. The talented Newell, a mainstay in the Choctaw lineup in right field since the second half of the season during his freshman campaign, signed a National Letter of Intent on Tuesday...
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