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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.

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 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.

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...

On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the Dyersburg Civitan Club held their annual dinner for special education teachers at First United Methodist Church in Dyersburg. Special education instructors from both Dyer County and Dyersburg City school systems were treated to a meal of soup and sandwiches. The educators were also given an opportunity to win door prizes, which were provided by the Civitan Club, HCI Supply, and Lowe’s of Dyersburg. Above, the teachers in attendance were visited by Santa.

On Friday evening, December 6, Dyersburg Fire Chief Brett Sipes announced Matt Carter was the recipient of the department’s Firefighter of the Year award for 2019. The award was presented to Carter during the department’s annual Christmas banquet, held at the DFD headquarters.

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.

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.

Dr. Karen Bowyer, president of Dyersburg State Community College, was honored with a surprise reception in front of faculty, staff and friends to celebrate 35 years of dedicated service to the college Nov. 5. The reception was held in the Sells Family Lobby inside the Learning Resource Center on the Dyersburg campus...

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.

Three Oaks ended its week at home by earning a split with visiting Humboldt on Thursday night at Three Oaks Middle School. In girls action, the Lady Choctaws took a convincing 52-26 win over the Lady Vikings while the boys fell 49-22 to the Vikings in the nightcap...