Archives: 2021

Music marker dedicated to country music star Eddy Arnold in Henderson

HENDERSON, Tenn. — Chester County native and country music legend Eddy Arnold is being honored by Tennessee with a new Music Pathways marker. “It’s such an important part because Tennessee is known for our music. When you’re the home of seven genres of music — including country, gospel and soul and rock n’ roll and bluegrass and blues — then…

Former Titans employee sues, claims fired over positive test

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A former Tennessee Titans employee is suing the NFL franchise for firing him after he was told to quarantine for a positive COVID-19 test in violation of federal law. Paul Miller says in the lawsuit filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court for the middle district of Tennessee that he tested positive for COVID-19 on or around…

Businesses looking forward as end of unemployment funding nears

JACKSON, Tenn. — The state of Tennessee is ending multiple federally-funded pandemic unemployment programs in July. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reporter Conley Grayson Norris spoke with local businesses and employment agencies, and both say it will be a step in the right direction. They hope to see more applicants looking for jobs, sooner rather than later. “There’s more to work…

Ken Northcut selected to lead Lady Indians at North Side High School

JACKSON, Tenn. — North Side High School has a new head coach for its girls basketball team. Jackson-Madison County Schools announced Friday that Ken Northcut will now lead its Lady Indians team. The school system says Northcut was previously head coach at Trinity Christian Academy. JMCSS Superintendent Dr. Marlon King believes Northcut can lead the team to victory. “Coach Northcut is…

Ceremony held for fallen law enforcement officers in West Tennessee

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. — A special ceremony was held, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. It was a solemn day for those who attended the annual National Law Enforcement Memorial Service at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. Friday morning’s ceremony commemorated West Tennessee law enforcement officers who lost their lives while trying to keep the public safe. “There is one…

Jackson police investigate equipment theft from local business

JACKSON, Tenn. — Jackson police are investigating a theft reported on April 24, and need your help identifying the suspect. Police say the theft was reported at Eric’s Rental at 317 Airways Boulevard. Surveillance video shows a white Ford F-250 truck enter the lot at Eric’s Rental and take a trailer. Police say a Kubota tractor with a loader bucket…

Dyersburg State celebrates 51st graduating class

DYERSBURG, Tenn. — Dyersburg State Community College celebrated its 51st graduating class on May 7. DSCC graduates participated in the College’s 51st commencement on the lawn of the Dyersburg campus May 7. (Photo Courtesy: Dyersburg State Community College) DSCC says the class had 470 candidates, and 149 graduated with honors. DSCC President Dr. Karen Bowyer provided the opening welcome, and…

Mr. Clarence E. Phelps

Services for Mr. Clarence E. Phelps, age 76 of Henderson, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2021, 4:00 P.M., at the Dean Cemetery. Mr. Phelps passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. The family will receive friends on Saturday, from 3:30 P.M., until time of service. For more information contact Stephenson-Shaw Funeral Home at (731) 427-7411 or log…