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Dyer County's Halterman signs to continue career at Christian Brothers
(High School Sports ~ 11/19/14)
During his three years with the Dyer County baseball program, Christian Halterman spent respective springs earning his keep at the plate as well as playing multiple positions in the field for the Choctaws. As a student, with a 4.0 GPA as well as scoring a 31 on the ACT, Halterman had plenty of opportunities for scholarships academically while also garnering interests from college programs for his baseball heroics...
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Obituaries for November 19, 2014
(Obituary ~ 11/19/14)
Larry Gene Gurley, 56, of Wynnburg, passed away on Monday at his residence. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Calvary Independent Baptist Church. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. --- Adron Rodester (Cotton) Wiggins, Jr., age 65 of Halls, died Monday, November 17, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center...
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Newbern Housing Authority now accepting donations for Adopt-an-Angel program
(Local News ~ 11/19/14)
The Newbern Housing Authority and Resident Council are preparing to organize the annual Adopt-an-Angel program and Christmas party for the resident children. In the past few years, they have been very fortunate in receiving assistance from churches, community organizations and industries in the area. Once again, your help is needed for this year's party to be a success...
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Community Cancer Fund honors Fowlkes for donation of $4,000
(Local News ~ 11/19/14)
With cancer affecting people of all different ages from all different walks of life, it takes everyone banning together to help not only raise awareness but to also help financially. On Monday, Nov. 17 members of the Community Cancer Fund gathered together at the Lakeview Dining Room to honor a very special woman who has helped raise several thousands of dollars for them over the past 10 years. ...
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Stickers being placed around city to identify Operation Baby Safe Haven locations
(Local News ~ 11/19/14)
Abandoning a baby is a foreign thought to most people; however, in times of desperation, some new mothers are not prepared or emotionally stable to handle the responsibilities that come with parenthood. Even though they have chosen to give life to their child, it is still overwhelming. Sometimes, too, extreme circumstances occur and the mother is at a loss and unaware of her options...
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State health dept. commissioner attends health council meeting, lauds progress
(Local News ~ 11/19/14)
With an honored guest in their presence, the Dyer County Health Council met to present the progress of the health and prosperity of Dyer County thanks to the hard work of the agencies working as a team to improve the lives of Dyer County citizens as they strive to raise awareness of the importance of healthy living...
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Mayor addresses fate of dog, Beau, set to be euthanized
(Local News ~ 11/19/14)
On Monday, Nov. 17 the city of Dyersburg Mayor and Aldermen meeting was held at the City Hall. With all board members present Mayor John Holden opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, which was followed by Robert Taylor Jr. giving a word of prayer. ...
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