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The gift of life: embracing commitment as a blood donor
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
In a world that often seems chaotic and uncertain, where random acts of kindness are rare, there exists a group of extraordinary individuals who have chosen to embrace a commitment that goes beyond themselves- the committed blood donors. Among them is Rae Paris of Ripley, whose journey as a committed LIFELINE donor is a testament to the transformative power of dedication and compassion...
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State awards first round of healthcare grants
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Health is announcing the first round of grant awards from its $230 million Healthcare Resiliency Program to expand Tennessee’s capacity in delivering quality healthcare services. TDH will make $121 million in funding available in the HRP’s first grants awarded to 54 eligible applicants in two broad project areas – Capital Investment, to expand brick-and-mortar healthcare capacity, and Practice Transformation and Extension, to improve access to healthcare services.. ...
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Museum to host wreath laying
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
The Veterans’ Museum will host a Wreath Laying and Courtyard Dedication on Thursday, May 25, at 2 in the courtyard outside of the Museum. Bricks in honor of Ashley O. Burnette and in memory of Ronnie N. Wolfe will be officially dedicated at this ceremony. A Memorial Wreath will be placed in the courtyard to remember all the fallen service men and women throughout history. TAPS will be played by Luke Gibson, an All-State trumpet player...
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Watts achieves Spring 2023 Dean's List at Belmont University
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
NASHVILLE, TN -- Lauren Watts (Dyersburg) qualified for Belmont University's Spring 2023 Dean's List. Approximately 49 percent of Belmont's 6,552 undergraduate students were named. Belmont Provost Dr. David Gregory said, "For Belmont's vision of becoming the leading Christ-centered university in the world to be realized, having a student body that is keenly committed to academic excellence, among other things is required. ...
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DSCC announces Spring 2023 Dean’s List and Honor Roll
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
Dr. Amy Johnson, Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success, recognizes students' scholastic achievements each semester and has released the dean’s list and honor roll for spring 2023. To be included on the dean’s list, a student must complete at least 12 semester hours of college-level courses during the semester and earn a grade-point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher for the semester. Those making the dean’s list for spring 2023 are:...
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Three Oaks recognizes academic success of students; Ross named Most Valuable Choctaw
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
Thursday, May 11, was the Three Oaks Middle School Honors Day Banquet for the eighth-grade class. Following the honors and awards was the presentation of the 2023 Most Valuable Choctaw. MVC nominees were Kierstyn Ray, Tyler Liddell, Joey Climer, Rachel Ross, Bennett Black, Evie Rogers, and Zoey Morris...
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NAMI Glo Walk draws hundreds to rally for mental health awareness
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
The NAMI Glo Walk kicked off Saturday, May 20, at Oakview Park in Newbern with hundreds in attendance. The event offered the community an evening filled with music, fellowship, free community resources, and a 1-mile glo walk that kicked off at 8 p.m.
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Special Needs community enjoys “An Evening to Remember”
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
An Evening to Remember Spring Formal was hosted Saturday, May 20, at McIver’s Grant Public Library. The event provided an opportunity for members of the Special Needs community to enjoy a spring formal designed especially for them.
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Budget Committee to convene Friday
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
Special to the State Gazette The Dyer County Budget Committee will meet on Friday, May 26 at 9:30 a.m. in the Richard Hill Conference Room.
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AKA Sorority holds “Bold and Poised for Tomorrow Cotillion/Beautillion”
(Local News ~ 05/22/23)
The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Xi Lambda Omega Chapter held their annual Cotillion/Beautillion at the Lannom Center, in Dyersburg, on May 13.
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Results from Herb Welch Wrestleplex sponsored by Pro Wrestling Mid South
(Community Sports ~ 05/22/23)
”Gametime” James Elliott defeated The Uber Destroyer via pinfall The Yellowjacket defeated Mr. Mid South II via pinfall to retain Southern Jr Heavyweight Championship The Punishment Company defeated “Big” Cody Sawyer & “Triple Play” Tommy Boy Jones via pinfall to retain Mid South Tag Team Titles...
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Local Sports Schedule
(High School Sports ~ 05/22/23)
Dyer County vs. Tennessee High (TSSAA Class AAA State Tournament at Blackman High School) (Baseball, 6:30 p.m.) Dyer County, Dyersburg at TSSAA Class AA State Meet (Boys Track, 10:30 a.m.) Dyer County, Dyersburg at TSSAA Class AA State Meet (Girls Track, 1:30 p.m.)...
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Dyer County Suns earn state runner-up honors in Knoxville
(Community Sports ~ 05/22/23)
The Dyer County Suns 4-5 team returned from their trip to Knoxville and the Tennessee AAU State Championships with the runner-up hardware in the 5th Grade Division. The team is coached by Dyer County High School assistant coach Tyler Barber.
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Dyer County to open Class AAA State Tournament against Tennessee High
(High School Sports ~ 05/22/23)
It’s been a busy few days for the Dyer County baseball team coming off their TSSAA Class AAA Sectional Series sweep against Millington on Thursday on the Trojans home field but the team has turned its attention to the new task at hand – the TSSAA Class AAA State Tournament which begins on Tuesday evening in Murfreesboro.
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