TWRA Investigating Vandalism at Reelfoot Lake Spillway
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is investigating vandalism at the Reelfoot Lake Spillway. On Sunday night around 11:00, four males were caught on video breaking into a fenced compound at the spillway. The following morning, TWRA staff
Rueben Douglass, 72, Martin
A Memorial for Mr. Rueben Douglass, 72, of Martin will be held at 1 on Friday, August 29th, at McPhearson-Rawls Funeral Home Chapel.
Tennessee Department of Transportation to Assist Labor Day Travelers
The Tennessee Department of Transportation will assist travelers for the Labor Day holiday period. TDOT Commissioner Will Reid said construction crews will stop all lane closure activity at noon on Friday. The closure will remain in place
Murray State Resignation
Murray State’s Assistant Vice President of Public Affairs has announced his resignation. Jordan Smith has served in the Office of Recruitment and the Office of the President. Mr. Smith has helped advance initiatives in governmental and institutional
Two Gun Laws were Struck Down in Gibson County Court Monday
Two Tennessee gun laws were struck down by a three-judge panel in Gibson County Chancery Court Monday. The panel of judges struck down the laws, ruling them unconstitutional for violating the 2nd Amendment. The laws struck down
Obion County Fair Board President Releases Statement on This Years Event
Pickleball Palooza
The Second Annual Pickleball Palooza will be held on Labor Day on the outdoor courts at UT Martin. Registration is $20 for the 17U and $40 for other skill and age levels the tournament kicks off at
Burn Ban Announced for Fulton County
A burn ban has been issued in Fulton County. Due to the extremely dry conditions, Judge-Executive Jim Martin issued the burning ban. It will now be in effect until sufficient rainfall has been received.
Some Are Farmers Could Start Shelling Corn This Week
Some farmers could start combining corn test sites this week in the area. With September being just days away, many fields of corn are starting to turn. Obion County Agriculture Extension Agent Garrett McDaniel told Thunderbolt News
Dorothy Leyhue, 84, Greenfield
Funeral Services for Ms. Dorothy L. Leyhue, age 84, of Greenfield will be held Wednesday August 27th at 11 at Williams Funeral Home in Greenfield. Burial will follow in Hornbeak Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from