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Dyersburg volleyball defeats Lexington in four sets
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/17)
Coming off a rare district loss late last week, the Lady Trojans got back on the winning track on Monday afternoon at home, coming back from a set down to take a four-set win over Lexington. After the Lady Tigers took the tightly-contested first set 25-23, Dyersburg dominated the second frame to take a 25-11 victory in the set and tie the match at one set apiece...
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Lady Choctaws rally late with two goals to get past South Fulton
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/17)
Though a pair of early second-half goals erased a halftime lead by Dyer County, the Lady Choctaws were not to be denied on Monday afternoon in Newbern, getting a pair of late goals to take a 3-2 win over South Fulton in girls soccer action.
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Trojans move up to 9th in this week's poll
(High School Sports ~ 08/29/17)
Coming off a come-from-behind 37-26 win over Class 5A’s Brighton Cardinals at J.C. Sawyers Stadium on Friday night, the Dyersburg Trojans picked up a spot in the polls, moving up to No. 9 in this week’s Tennessee Football Prep Polls which were released on Monday afternoon.
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Obituaries for August 29, 2017
(Obituary ~ 08/29/17)
Mr. Jimmy Eubanks, age 70, of Dyersburg, went home to be in the arms of Jesus on Friday afternoon, August 25, 2017. Jimmy deeply loved his family, his church and going to work every day. He was a friend to all and he brought joy to everyone he met. He was a member of the First Christian Church and was an employee of Lowe's. ...
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Lannom Center to host W. Tenn. early lit convening
(Local News ~ 08/29/17)
The West Tennessee Elevating and Celebrating Effective Teachers and Teaching (ECET2) Convening will take place Aug. 30 and 31 at the Lannom Center. Approximately 120 literacy teachers representing practically every K-3 school in West Tennessee will share best practices. ...
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Newbern Women of the Moose announce future endeavors
(Local News ~ 08/29/17)
Launched in December 2016, The Newbern Women of the Moose (WOTEM) Chapter 2450 was officially installed on March 5, 2017. Much like the men of the Newbern Moose, the WOTEM chapter is determined and dedicated in making a positive impact in the local community.
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Chamber hosts Membership Matters Luncheon
(Local News ~ 08/29/17)
At 11:30 p.m. Monday, hundreds of local business representatives met at the Dyer County/ Dyersburg Chamber of Commerce for the annual Membership Matters Luncheon.
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City budget passed in special called board meeting
(Local News ~ 08/29/17)
On Monday morning, a special called board meeting was held at 10 a.m. in the upstairs conference room at City Hall. The primary agenda item was a public hearing to consider passage of the 2017-2018 fiscal budget. After the approval of the Aug. 21 minutes, and with no unfinished business to attend to, Mayor John Holden opened the public hearing under new business.
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EOC warns of potential flash floods throughout week
(Local News ~ 08/29/17)
There is the potential for a significant heavy rainfall event starting on Wednesday, Aug. 30, and continuing into the weekend depending on the track of the remnants of Hurricane Harvey. There is much uncertainty regarding timing, exact track and rainfall amounts. It is also too early to forecast any severe thunderstorm activity. What is known for sure is that the weather event will begin on Wednesday and last through the weekend...
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Local man arrested on charges of aggravated kidnapping, assault
(Local News ~ 08/29/17)
On Thursday, Aug. 24, officers of DPD arrested 38-year-old local man Jeffrey Mitchell Clanton on charges including aggravated kidnapping, aggravated assault and violation of order of protection.
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