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DHS senior organizes special needs event celebrating neurodiversity at Sportsplex
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
A large crowd gathered at the Dyersburg Sportsplex on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. for a special needs event celebrating neurodiversity. DHS senior Pressli Hanna spearheaded the event. Jordan’s Grab’n Go generously donated food for the event.
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Tenn. State Parks seek volunteers for annual Weed Wrangle on March 4
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
Tennessee State Parks invite Tennesseans to participate in the state’s annual Weed Wrangle on Saturday, March 4, part of a national effort to remove invasive plants from public spaces. Tennessee has 39 state parks participating. The events are to restore natural habitats by removing invasive species or replanting native species. ...
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LeBonheur Children’s expert shares tips on protecting children from severe unintentional fall injuries
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
From the moment your baby starts to crawl, the world is a magical place filled with new adventures and discoveries. From a child’s perspective, everything is a potential mountain to climb, obstacle to overcome or mysterious place to investigate. Unfortunately, these adventures can often involve common household objects, such as large bookshelves, staircases and forbidden areas beyond your baby gate...
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State school board seeks public feedback on Social Studies academic standards
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
The State Board of Education has launched the initial public review period for Tennessee’s Academic Standards for social studies, requesting feedback from the public through July 18. Established in law in 2015, Tennessee’s process for updating the academic standards on math, English language arts, social studies and science is among the most transparent and comprehensive in the nation. ...
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LIFELINE announces blood drives for March
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
LIFELINE Blood Services is experiencing a critical need for O-positive, O-negative, and A-negative blood types. Don’t hesitate, please donate today- keep in mind that every donation saves up to three lives! Visit lifelinebloodserv.org for more info, or call 731.427.4431...
- Preliminary County Courthouse renovation plans released (Local News ~ 02/27/23)
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Local leaders chosen for WestStar Leadership program of 2023
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
Pamela Mabry and Mack Kail, both of Dyer County, were selected to participate in the University of Tennessee at Martin’s WestStar Leadership Class of 2023. Mabry is the City of Newbern mayor and serves as the president of the Dyersburg State Community College Alumni Association. ...
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Results from Herb Welch Wrestleplex sponsored by Pro Wrestling Mid South
(Community Sports ~ 02/27/23)
Dot Foods Opening Contest Payton "Pee Wee" Pitts defeated James Elliott via pinfall "Big" Cody Sawyer defeated Icon Lee via pinfall Mid South Tag Team Champions, The Punishment Company and The Mega Masks fought to a no Contest "The Golden Boy" Greg Anthony defeated Maxx Abele via pinfall...
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Veterans’ Museum Roaring 20s event set for Saturday
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
The Veterans’ Museum in Halls will host its’ annual Roaring 20s Celebration on Saturday, March 4, at 7 p.m. in the Headquarters Building next door to the Museum. This year’s event will feature hors d’oeuvres provided by the Vox Prop Auxiliary, a dance contest, and prizes for best ’20s themed costume and best dancing couple. Robert and Cyndi Jones will be on hand again to provide music from all genres...
- Kiwanis feeds breakfast to 500 residents during annual pancake fundraiser (Local News ~ 02/27/23)
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County Law Enforcement committee accepts bids, hybrid pension plan
(Local News ~ 02/27/23)
A Dyer County Law Enforcement committee meeting convened at noon, on Friday, February 24, in the Dyer County Jail. Topics on the agenda included bid openings for the Women’s Re-Entry program and a Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) update.
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