Freeda Stover was all smiles after receiving her own customized cane, hand painted by students at Lake County High School. At 92, Stover was thrilled to test out the unique cane, which features her …

My father was William Fulton Pigue. He was born in Lincoln County Tennessee. His first wife was Miss Reaves. He had three children by her. After she died he married Mary Ann Britton, the daughter of …

In recognition of Second Chance Month, the American Job Centers of Northwest Tennessee are offering a series of workshops throughout April aimed at supporting justice-involved individuals in their …

The Mississippi River has begun flooding over the roadway at the River Park in Tiptonville, Tennessee, as of April 10, 2025. Many homesteads in the Bessie area are flooded. New Markham Road is …

Doug Robertson has been named the new manager of Reelfoot Lake State Park. He was recently introduced by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and will oversee park operations and …

Boyette’s Dining Room, a beloved local staple, received top honors in the Dining category at the first-ever Cornerstone Tourism Awards, hosted by the Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association on …

The Veterans Monument in Ridgely’s city park has received a fresh update thanks to the efforts of the Ridgely Street Department. Supervisor Darrell Cox and employee Jerry Stoneburner power …

As of April 4, 2025, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed hundreds of Measles cases and one pediatric death in the United States. The Texas Department of State Health Services has …

State Rep. Tandy Darby, R-Greenfield, today announced rescue squads in Carroll, Weakley and Henry counties have been selected for the Rescue Squad Grant Program, receiving a total of $160,244.50 …

Logan McCulley’s path to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree began when he flipped a four-wheeler and broke his femur into three pieces in Fayette County. He was 14. The journey that …

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee General Assembly has unanimously passed two key child care bills designed to expand access and clarify licensing regulations for families and providers across the …

NASHVILLE — As prom and graduation events approach, the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) and the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) are …

WASHINGTON — The U.S. House of Representatives has unanimously passed H.R. 1155, the Recovery of Stolen Checks Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Reps. David Kustoff (R-TN), Nicole …

CADIZ, Ky. — The Woodlands Nature Station at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is inviting families to explore nature and careers in science throughout April. Spring break and …

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed three additional cases of measles in Middle Tennessee, raising the state’s total to four confirmed cases in 2025. One of …

The following have been arrested and booked into the Lake County Jail. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 3/30/25 to 4/3/25 3/31/25 Devin Smith 29, was arrested and charged …

Arraignment: Makala D. Farmer - public intoxication - guilty plea, 30 days time served, $25.00 fine/cost, A & D assessment - 5/1/25 John Swift - aggravated assault - public defender …

Northwest Tennessee Head Start/Early Head Start was proud to have representation at Head Start Day on the Hill on April 3 in Nashville. A staff member, a Board member, and a Policy Council …

Lake County High School student Alexia Sanders has been selected to attend the prestigious Commonwealth Honors Academy at Murray State University this June. The three-week academic enrichment …

KNOXVILLE — The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Bicentennial Volunteers Inc. (BVI) have announced a new robotics award program aimed at enhancing STEM education for youth across the …