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Gov. Lee announces fewest distressed counties in Tennessee history

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announces the number of distressed counties in the state has reduced to eight, the fewest in Tennessee history. A press release from the Governor's Office states this marks a signification milestone in the…

Local veteran's Vietnam photography to be showcased in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A showcase of a local veteran's photography will be on display in Jackson later this week. Tennessee Industrial Printing (TIPS) will showcase the photographs of Larry Atherton and his time in the Vietnam war during regular business…

Herb Parsons Lake in Fayette Co. closed due to storm damage

FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announces the closure of a West Tennessee lake. According to the TWRA, Herb Parsons Lake in Fayette County received significant damage from straight line winds…

State leaders announce nearly 200 new jobs coming to Haywood County

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced Enchem America Incorporated will be opening a manufacturing facility in Brownsville. The company will invest $152. 5 million to establish electrolyte manufacturing operations at I-40 Advantage Industrial Park. This will be…

Man accused of two weekend robberies arrested in Savannah

SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A man believed to be responsible for two robberies in Savannah has been arrested. According to a press release from the Savannah Police Department, 31-year-old Matthew Ryan Talley was taken into custody on Sunday, June 25. Savannah…

Carroll County teen wins national 4-H Beekeeping Essay contest

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A teen in Carroll County is receiving national recognition. According to a press release, Paige Costello has been declared the national winner of the 4-H Beekeeping Essay contest. Costello is a 10th grade homeschooler and current…

UPDATE: Authorities capture both escapees from Henry County Jail

UPDATE (6/28/23): FROM THE HENRY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE: Ronnie Sharp was picked up this morning from the Obion County Jail and transported back to Henry County by Sgt. Jerry Wilson and Deputy Jimmy Cole. The Henry County Sheriff's Office would…

Weakley County woman sentenced to 8 years for meth distribution

WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Weakley County woman has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to drug charges. A press release from the U.S. Department of Justice states that 34-year-old Amy Marie Mitchell, of Dresden, pled…

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