Weakley County Sheriff Terry McDade’s Dog Update

Weakley County Sheriff Terry McDade tells Thunderbolt news that things are looking up to help find homes for rescue dogs on Jewell Store Road outside of Dresden. Life House Animal Refuge and Rehab, a welfare
Westview Lady Chargers Game

For the second year in a row, Westview Lady Chargers improved to 4 and 0 defeating powerhouse Dyersburg on their field 4 to nothing. Twelve minutes into the second half, senior forward Maddie Horton broke the scoreless
Obion County Mayor Applauds the Appointment of Stephen Vaden

Obion County Mayor Steve Carr says he is proud of the accomplishments of U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden. Mayor Carr talked about Vaden following the recent Farmers Harvest Breakfast held at the fairgrounds.(AUDIO) Mayor
52nd Annual Tater Town Special

The 52nd Annual Gleason Tater Town Special has officially begun. Gleason Gazelles President Brittany Mitchell tells Thunderbolt News about the history of Tater Town Weekend Ms. Mitchell tells us what’s on the schedule for today and
Tennessee Congressman David Kustoff Says He Fully Supports Additional Protection for Washington D.C.

Tennessee 8th District U.S. Congressman David Kustoff says he supports the enhanced efforts to make Washington D.C. a safer city. During a recent visit to Obion County, Congressman Kustoff was asked about the mobilization of National Guard
Weakley County Schools Student Numbers this School Year

The Weakley County School System is touting 3,998 students in the new school year. Assistant Director of Schools, Betsi Foster provided the numbers for all the students with a break down based on the communities. Sharon has
Kentucky State Police Seeking Candidates for Next Cadet Class of Training

Kentucky State Police are now taking applications for candidates for Cadet Class 107. State Police are now offering increased starting salaries for sworn officers, with compensation starting at $69,500 with a competitive hybrid retirement system. Cadets with
Cracker Barrel is Returning to its Old Logo

Cracker Barrel is returning to its old logo after critics — including President Trump — protested the company’s plan to modernize. In a post on its website, Cracker Barrel said it will retain its old logo, which
Union City Invitational and more
HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY UNION CITY INVITATIONAL BOYS’ TEAM UC claims 1st place in a field of 13 teams INDIVIDUAL MEDALISTS Woodrow McKinnis (2nd) Rushdon Howell (6th) Madix Turner (12th) Miloh Turner (14th) GIRLS’
Westivew Girls Soccer Now 4-0
For the second year in a row, the Westview Lady Chargers (3-0) have taken the season series over Northwest Tennessee powerhouse, the Dyersburg Lady Trojans. Scoring was difficult for both squads in the first half Tuesday evening. Dyersburg’s