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Obituaries for October 14, 2015
(Obituary ~ 10/14/15)
Dorothy "Dot" Jernigan, 80 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Monday, October 12, 2015, at Regional Hospital Of Jackson in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Saturday, June 29, 1935, in Lexington, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late James G. Mincey and the late Mary Jane Jowers Mincey. She was a homemaker and a member of Junction Church of God...
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On the Record
(Court News ~ 10/14/15)
Kimberly Barnes- assault-simple, costs, 11/29 suspended to 10 days, no DRMC unless emergency, supervised probation Jesse Lee Bishop- driving while lic can/sus/rev, dismissed Jesse Lee Bishop- driving while lic sus/can/rev, 11/29 suspended to 48 hours, costs...
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Dyer County native promotes line of comic books
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
Larry Cathey has always had a passion for comic books. Like so many of us, he was initially a Marvel fan during his childhood, but eventually developed a love for D.C., and the broader character dynamic and background that could be found in its characters. ...
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Trimble Elementary School to host bazaar and car wash event
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
Trimble Elementary School-Cat Kids- will be hosting a bazaar and car wash Saturday, Oct. 17. The event will begin at 7 a.m. and continue on until noon. Breakfast and lunch foods will be sold to the public. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of computers for the school, and events are being sponsored by Caterpillar Dyersburg's Events Team. ...
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City school board grants tenure, swears in new board member
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
The Dyersburg City School Board met Oct. 12 to swear in new board member Lisa Ward, recognize five newly tenured faculty, and re-elect Joe Yates as chairman and Scott Self as vice chairman of the school board. Dyersburg High School teachers Sharon Carr, Chris Davis, and Angie Pickens; Dyersburg Intermediate School teacher Lindsey Johnson; and Dyersburg Primary School teacher Sarah Myint were recognized and lauded for their exemplary service to the city school system and their students...
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County school board OKs projects for construction
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
At the recent Dyer County Board of Education meeting, council members convened in order to approve budget funds to be allocated toward the construction of a multi-purpose facility at Dyer County High School and an East Drive expansion at Fifth Consolidated...
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DCSO adds two new deputies to staff
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
Over 80 newly certified officers graduated on Friday, Oct. 9 from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA) in Donelson. Among those were two new deputies at the Dyer County Sheriff's Office. Pictured above are (l-r) Dyer County Sheriff Jeff Box, Deputy Jacob Flora, Deputy Keaton Gregory, and Dyer County Investigator Rick Gregory.
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Lady Trojans advance to 13-A-AA title game
(High School Sports ~ 10/14/15)
The Dyersburg Lady Trojans moved on to the District 13-A-AA title game and did it in a big way defeating South Gibson 9-2 on Tuesday night at Westview behind a hat trick by Marielle Echavez in semifinal action. The Lady Trojans jumped on the Lady Hornets early, getting first two first-half goals from Maricela Leon as well as scores from Rachel Clifft, Taylor Welch, Echavez and Meredith Kerber to take a 6-0 lead at the half...
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Lady Choctaws upset Brighton in 13AAA semifinal; Munford next
(High School Sports ~ 10/14/15)
The third time proved to be the charm for the Dyer County Lady Choctaw soccer team as a pair of first-half goals propelled them to a 2-1 victory over Brighton on the Lady Cardinals home field on Tuesday in the District 13AAA semifinals. "I am just completely ecstatic about the way we played tonight," Dyer County head coach Cody Williams said. "We played a complete game and played like a real team tonight."...
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Lady Choctaws battle back to advance to 7AAA title game; fall to Bartlett in finals
(High School Sports ~ 10/14/15)
The Dyer County volleyball season will continue at least one more game as the Lady Choctaws defeated Arlington in a thrilling semifinal matchup before falling to Bartlett in the Region 7AAA finals on Tuesday afternoon at Dyer County High School. With the Dyer County/Arlington semifinal beginning at 2 p.m., the Lady Choctaws had a definite homecourt advantage as the majority of both sides of the gymnasium were in full support of the home team, led by the school's student body. ...
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Lady Trojans claim fifth straight region title
(High School Sports ~ 10/14/15)
Coming off their impressive performance in last week's district tournament which saw the Lady Trojans claim their eighth straight district title, the Dyersburg High School volleyball team continued another postseason streak on Tuesday night as a pair of victories led to the Lady Trojans winning their fifth straight region tournament...
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At the Shelter
(Features ~ 10/14/15)
Dyersburg-Dyer County Humane Society presents Howlin' for the Hounds at the Dyer County Fairgrounds on Oct. 17. Featuring The Genre Band and special guest judge, Superstar Bill Dundee. Singing competition at 6 p.m. and concert starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Please come out and support this fundraiser for the shelter. Hope to see everyone...
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Inman ends Northview Choctaws season in first round of playoffs
(High School Sports ~ 10/14/15)
The Northview Choctaws saw their football season come to a close on Tuesday night as the Inman Bulldogs rallied in the second half to take a 34-28 win over the Orange and White in the first round of the TMSAA playoffs at Paris. "It was a good season," Northview head coach David Whittle said. "The kids played hard all season and that's all you can ask for as a coach is a good effort."...
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Dyersburg's Rausch finishes 27th at state
(High School Sports ~ 10/14/15)
Dyersburg Lady Trojan golfer Erin Rausch completed her high school career on the links at the state tournament on Wednesday, finishing her second day with a 12-stroke improvement over her opening-round score to finish tied for 27th in the Class A-AA State Tournament at Manchester...
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Trimble Fire Dept. hosts open house
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
Trimble Fire Department received an exceptional turnout at their open house event Saturday. Demonstrating the importance of fire safety to the community, the volunteer firefighters in Trimble offered an array of essential information, including a tour of the fire truck, how fire hoses work, fire-prevention tips, and evacuation strategies. Children who attended were also able to enjoy a visit with Sparky the firedog, and received fire hats and goody bags...
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Newbern native pledges $2 million to Ole Miss
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
OXFORD, Miss. -- When businessman John D. Glass talks about his father -- a hard-working business owner of a printing company and publisher of a newspaper -- the love and respect can be heard each time he recalls a memory. A longtime benefactor of the University of Mississippi, Glass has established two new endowments, including a named faculty chair to pay tribute to his father's life. ...
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Finley Cougar Alumni Benefit Game for Jeannie Littlejohn sponsored by YMCA
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
On Saturday, Oct. 24 at Finley Elementary School, is a night where memories will be made, excitement will fill the air and once again basketball players and cheerleaders will pack the gym. The former Finley Cougar alumni ballplayers, coaches and cheerleaders will all come together to honor a very special lady, Mrs. Jeannie Littlejohn...
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Fed Ex tractor-trailer overturns on 412
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
A Federal Express tractor-trailer, traveling southeast on Hwy 412, left the road and rolled over early Wednesday morning. The cause of the accident and condition of the driver was unknown as of press time. Tennessee State Troopers were on the scene and no delays in traffic were reported...
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Hit-and-run accident in downtown Dyersburg
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
A two-vehicle, hit-and-run, automobile accident occurred Tuesday morning around 9:30 a.m. at the corner of Market Street and Church Avenue. According to a witness at the scene, a gray Pontiac Vibe struck the rear driver's side door of a white Taurus. ...
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Sun Products to close facility in December
(Local News ~ 10/14/15)
The Sun Products Corporation, which manufactures and markets laundry and household care products, announced Wednesday that it will close its Dyersburg manufacturing facility in December 2015. According to Kathryn Corbally, director of corporate affairs, Sun Products powdered laundry products are no longer in style. She said,...
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