Eight-year-old Kaine Tubbs harvested his first turkey during the recent juvenile hunt, marking a milestone moment in his early hunting experience. Tubbs was joined by his grandfather, Tony …

UT Extension/Lake County staff recognized office manager Nancy Kay on April 1 for 21 years of service, celebrating her longstanding role in supporting the organization’s daily operations. Kay, …

Tiptonville traces its beginnings to 1857, when founder William Tipton established a store and home on land owned by early settler James Reeves. The small community, located near the Mississippi …

Ongoing — The Emmett Lewis Heritage Center at Tiptonville City Hall is featuring exhibits of local history as part of the Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday events. The exhibit is open Monday …

As warmer weather brings more Tennesseans outdoors, a state law enacted last year continues to shape how utility terrain vehicles can be used on public roads. The law, known as Senate Bill …

The Lake County Lions Club will host the Lake County Bream Bash fishing tournament May 16 at Reelfoot Lake. The event is designed to highlight Reelfoot Lake as a local resource while promoting …

The Lake County Health Department is recognizing National Public Health Week, observed April 6-12, by highlighting the wide range of services available to residents across Tennessee. National …

Northwest Tennessee — The Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association has announced finalists for the second annual Cornerstone Tourism Awards, recognizing individuals, businesses and organizations …

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the Lake County Jail between March 15–26, 2026. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. March 15 Dillon Williams, 33 — Domestic …

The following cases were heard in Lake County General Sessions Court on March 12, 2026, according to court records: Arraignments Joshua Ryan Ables – Evading arrest and contempt of court. …

The Ridgely Senior Center group visited the Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge headquarters in the Walnut Log area on March 24. During the visit, participants attended a presentation by Refuge …

The Newbern Police Department is warning residents about a scam involving callers falsely claiming to represent Johnson-Williams Funeral Home and requesting payment by phone. In a release issued …

April 8 — Reelfoot Lake State Park will host an open house at 10 a.m. to showcase renovations to the visitor center and campground. Refreshments will be served. April 11 — A bass tournament …

The Board of Professional Responsibility of the Tennessee Supreme Court has issued a public censure to a Dyer County attorney. According to a March 30 release, Matthew Wayne Willis, an attorney …

Lake County EMS has received new ambulances purchased with grant funding, with additional equipment installation and inspections required before they are placed into service. Three ambulances …

Illegal dumping has been reported near the levee along Highway 79 in Ridgely, where debris and household waste can be seen scattered along the ground and in nearby water. Local officials said …

Agents with the 29th Judicial District Drug Task Force executed a search warrant March 30 at an apartment in the 500 block of Cherry Street as part of a drug investigation. According to a press …

Tennessee students need stronger connections between education and career pathways to meet future workforce demands, according to a new report released by tnAchieves. The organization announced …

Lake County Schools has announced that several Lake County High School seniors have earned the State FFA Degree, recognizing their achievements in agricultural education. According to the …