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Christmas is just around the corner and local volunteers of the Community Christmas Card are now asking Dyer County residents to start making their annual donations to help brighten the holiday season for underprivileged children in the area.

Since 2001, the Dyersburg Salvation Army has helped countless individuals and families with necessities such as food, clothing, and other needs. Consisting of a team of volunteers, they showcase love for their community and demonstrate a servant’s heart when it comes to helping others. From food boxes and hot meals, to clothing and aid with utility bills, the Dyersburg Salvation Army is a blessing to those in need of assistance in the area.

The former Cumberland Presbyterian Church, a historical landmark in the community of Trimble, is now being restored to its former beauty thanks to the help of Virginia Parks Williamson, daughter of the late Hamilton and Merion Parks, a family whose roots and history run deep throughout the Dyer County area.

BRANDON HUTCHESON bhutcheson@stategazette.com With the holiday season officially underway, McIver’s Grant Public Library, located in downtown Dyersburg, is set to host its annual Christmas-themed event. This year, the theme is ‘A Frozen Christmas’, based on the Disney films, and will be held on Monday, Dec. 9 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. There is no admission to enjoy the family-friendly event...

The Dyersburg-Dyer County Arts Council is presenting its Second Annual old-fashioned Christmas showcase, “A Dyer County Christmas”, on Friday, December 13, at 7 p.m. in the First Citizens Theatre on the campus of Dyersburg State Community College. The showcase will feature the talents of local musicians. This event is free to the public, although the local arts council will accept donations for its annual scholarship program for local students...

JASON PEEVYHOUSE jpeevyhouse@stategazette.com Over the last few years, Dyersburg native Richie Williams has built a reputation as one of the better photographers in the area in multiple venues. And, as Williams is quick to state, his interest in photography all started with one desire in mind – to be able to get good pictures of his daughter...

The sound of holiday music played throughout downtown Newbern Thursday night as a crowd of hundreds lined the sidewalks in anticipation of the Rotary Club's 30th Annual Christmas Parade.

the grand jury after a preliminary hearing held in Dyer County General Sessions Court. Mark Morgan and Charles “Sam” Kelly Jr. were arrested in September on the charge after reportedly taking $25,000 from local businessmen Darrell Sells. The pair were arrested after exiting The McDonald's office on Mall Boulevard as part of a “sting” operation that involved the Dyer County Sheriff's Office, as well the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

A fire occurring at approximately 2 a.m. Thursday morning resulted in the loss of roughly half of Matron Loop Agriculture Company's Hemp Processing facility located in Lenox.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers announced Thursday a $2.5 million loan for Dyersburg for wastewater infrastructure improvements, with $500,000 of that total in principal forgiveness.

DCHS Spotlight Student is 10th grade student, Shayla Hanson. ‘Shayla comes to class each day with a smile, positive attitude, and ready to learn. She works hard outside of the classroom as well and represents DCHS in an outstanding and positive way.’ -- Mrs. Malissa Flagg...

This week’s Dyersburg High School student spotlight representative is Taylor Davis. Taylor is a senior and the daughter of Susan Thompson. She was nominated for student spotlight by Jennifer Davis, DPS HOSTS Facilitator/ DHS Service Learning. ‘Taylor is a Senior Service Learner who volunteers at Dyersburg Primary School. ...

Nominations for the 2020 Dyersburg City Schools’ Hall of Honor class are due in less than 3 weeks. Forms are currently available online at www.dyersburgcityschools.org as well as at the Dyersburg City Schools Central Office, located at 509 Lake Road...

On Saturday, December 7, the Trimble Women’s Club will be hosting its annual Breakfast with Santa event at the Trimble Community Center. The event will kick off at 7 a.m. with a breakfast including scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and your choice of orange juice, milk or coffee. ...

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, Newbern Housing has been very fortunate in receiving assistance from churches, community organizations and industries in the area, and needs your assistance to ensure the success of the 2019 Christmas party...

The Dyersburg Salvation Army will host their annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 14 at 9 a.m. The event is for children 1-14 years of age, and each child will receive a gift. Additionally, the local Salvation Army is holding a toy drive to help with the event. Those wishing to help with the toy drive are asked to drop off a new toy prior to Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the Dyersburg Salvation Army, located at 318 West Market St...

The Dyersburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen convened Tuesday evening inside the Municipal Building courtroom at 7 p.m. The agenda contained only two items of new business, a review of the minutes and actions taken by the City’s Finance Committee from Nov. 21 and approved bids.

On Saturday, December 7, a music benefit fundraiser for the Breakfast Rotary of Dyersburg’s Christmas for Kids event will be held at The Grass Root Music Theatre in Newbern, located at 2148 Meacham Rd.

On Saturday, December 7, Hamilton Parks Public Library and the Trimble Women’s Club invite you to attend a Christmas Open House event and community tree lighting ceremony.

Newbern Police authorities are actively seeking an unknown black male following the burglary and sexual assault of a 95-year-old female victim in Newbern at her residence, located in the College Street area.

On Monday evening, December 2, the Dyersburg City School Board voted unanimously to enter contract negotiations with Dyersburg High School principal Kim Worley to become the system’s next Director of Schools in July 2020. The motion to enter into contract talks with Worley came during Monday’s school board meeting at the Dyersburg City Schools Central Office.

The 69th annual Dyersburg Christmas Parade occurred Monday at 7 p.m., officially welcoming the Christmas season to the city. Hundreds of local residents and supporters braved the cool, mid-thirties temperatures and were treated to a night of Christmas cheer as the parade featured over 90 registered participants with many entering additional entries.