Obion County Recycling Center Expanding Operations
The Obion County Recycling Center is expanding their collection capabilities. Solid Waste Director Travis Alexander told Thunderbolt News about the ongoing construction of a new 9,400 square foot building.(AUDIO) Alexander explained the benefits of the new
Tony Speed – 65 – Union City
Funeral services will be held for Tony Speed, age 65, of Union City. Services will take place at 3:00 on Friday, March 29th of 2024, in Union City. Burial will follow in the East View Cemetery.
Wind Advisory for Ken-Tenn Area; High Wind Warning for Lake County
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for all of the Ken-Tenn area until 1:00 tonight, along with a rare High Wind Warning that includes Lake County. Forecasters say the Wind Advisory is for sustained
Possibility of Strong Damaging Winds on Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for the Ken-Tenn area through late Monday night. Forecasters say sustained southeast winds on Monday will be from 20-to-25 miles per hour, with gusts as high as
Union City Middle School Baseball Now (7-0) on Year
The Union City Middle School baseball Tornadoes improved to (7-0) with a 12-2 win over visiting Ripley Thursday night at Thompson Field. Union City, who won just three games last year with a squad made up mostly
Union City Lady Tornadoes Tennis Team Picks Up Win, Boys Drop Match
The Union City Lady Tornadoes tennis team continued their hot streak with their fourth straight match win to improve to 4-2. School Communications Director Mike Hutchens said Thursday’s triumph came against a perennially tough TCA program, sending
Frances Haines – 85 – Union City
Graveside services will be held for Frances Haines, age 85, 0f Union City. Services will take place at 10:30 on Saturday, March 23rd of 2024, at Sanders Chapel Cemetery in Union City.
Kentucky Transportation Crews to Begin Spraying for Weeds on Right-of-Ways
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has announced their plans to begin controlling noxious weeds on state maintained roadways. Transportation officials say the annual weed spraying is essential to protecting roadway infrastructure and maintaining safety for motorists. In addition,
Obion County Commission Passes Resolution to Name I-690 Road for Aaron Vaughn
Obion County Commissioners have unanimously supported the naming of a road in honor of a fallen soldier. Board members voted 20-to-0 at their monthly meeting to honor Obion County Central graduate Aaron Carson Vaughn. Vaughn was a
Obion County Commissioner Discuss Eight Year Board Term for Cates Landing Riverport
The term length for a Northwest Tennessee Regional Port board member drew debate at this week’s Obion County Commission meeting. Commissioner Danny Jowers questioned the eight year term, after appointments were made by Mayor Steve Carr.(AUDIO)