UTM Sweeps Eastern Illinois on the Road
In game 1 of double header action, the UTM Women’s Basketball squad emerged victorious after taking an early lead and staying on top of Eastern Illinois throughout the contest. The Skyhawks worked to get 11 points
Toya Bell Selected as Weakley County Circuit Court Clerk
Weakley County Courthouse selected Toya Bell as the new Interim Circuit Court Clerk at the first Weakley County committee meeting of 2026. Miss Bell spoke with Thunderbolt news about why she wanted the position. She explains
Lawanda Simmons, 71, Martin
A Memorial services for Lawanda Starr Simmons, age 71 of Martin will be held at 1 on Saturday, February 7th at Ralston Baptist Church in Martin. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7th at Ralston Baptist
Ice Flow in Mississippi River Causing Issues for Hickman Harbor Service
Large amounts of ice on the Mississippi River is now causing problems for the Hickman Harbor Service. Towboat Captain Manager Terry Roncoli, with Wepfer Marine, said the ice has now made its way to
Friday Trash Pick Ups in Martin and Dresden
Raekar will run some residential and commercial garbage pick-ups in Martin and Dresden Friday. Executive Vice President of Raekar, Tommy Legins spoke with Thunderbolt news about what to expect during Friday’s pick up. Pick up times
Jesse Wilson, 85, Sharon
Funeral services for Jesse Wilson age 85 of Sharon, will be held Tuesday February 3rd at noon at Williams Funeral Home in Greenfield. Burial to follow in Tansil Cemetery in Sharon
Grant Award Announcement for Dresden Fire Department
Dresden Fire Department will receive over $55,000 in grant money to purchase new equipment. The department announced Wednesday that they were chosen after a competitive evaluation process to receive the 2026 Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant.
Stanley Black and Decker Hours
Today through Saturday Stanley Black and Decker will only operate on a delayed first shift schedule from the hours of 7am to 3:30. Work will be available on 1st shift for any employees from 1st or 2nd
Miranda Lambert sells full song catalog to Sony Music Publishing & Domain Capital Group
Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain Capital Group have teamed up to acquire the full song catalog of acclaimed country artist Miranda Lambert, securing rights to her complete body of recorded works. The partnership also includes a
Keith Urban to headline 2026 Boots in the Park Gilbert AZ
Keith Urban is confirmed to headline the 2026 Boots in the Park festival at Gilbert Regional Park in Gilbert, AZ, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, featuring support from Dustin Lynch, Mitchell Tenpenny, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Bryan Martin. The