Miss. River levels ground barges, slow grain movement
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Miss. River levels ground barges, slow grain movement

By Sabrina BatesMVP Regional News Editor Country music legend Hank Williams Jr. used the phrase, “And the Mississippi River, she’s a-goin dry,” in his song, “A Country Boy Can Survive,” in 1982. In 2022, it easily comes to mind when looking at the “Mighty Mississippi” as the ongoing drought in the region continues to deplete…

Commissioners discuss funding for Air Evac helipad for Tiptonville

The Lake County Mayor and County Commissioners met and discussed building a Air Evac helipad in Tiptonville. The total cost of the project would be $10,000.Tiptonville City Mayor Cliff Berry addressed the Commissioners about an Air Evac Helipad. Mayor Berry stated there will be a 40’ x 40’ concert Air Evac Helipad built in Tiptonville,…