U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles met with Obion County Mayor Steve Carr and Ridgely Mayor Shane Hamilton on Tuesday, July 7, at Moustos Pasta Grill in Union City to discuss issues affecting Obion and Lake …

The Samburg City Board formed a severe weather response committee during its meeting Monday, July 6. The neighboring community’s new City Hall, located at 132 S. Reelfoot next to the Samburg …

Seven Lake County residents received degrees from the University of Tennessee at Martin during spring commencement ceremonies held May 2 on the UT Martin campus. Students receiving undergraduate …

Democratic candidate for governor Jerri Green held a community meet-and-greet Sunday, July 12, at Dyersburg Community Church of Christ. The Dyersburg appearance was part of a weekend campaign …

Sunday, July 19 Vacation Bible School Wynnburg Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School July 20 through 24 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with VBS kicking off Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m. Dinner …

Tiptonville remains one of Tennessee’s designated Main Street communities as the statewide program expands to include 50 communities. The local organization began in 1995 as Tiptonville …

The Tiptonville Police Department has launched the Blue Envelope Program, a community initiative designed to improve communication and promote safer interactions between first responders and …

Lake County Schools has received a Perkins Reserve Grant to create a Career Exploration Lab at Lara Kendall School. The district was among 58 school systems selected for funding from 85 …

Lake County High School’s football schedule includes home and away matchups, a jamboree, homecoming, Pink Out, senior night and peewee night. The Falcons are scheduled to open July 31 against Union …

The Ridgely Senior Center welcomed children, senior adults and community volunteers July 8 for the Sprinkles and Snuggles Social, a celebration centered on fellowship, activities and shared …

Students across Tennessee completed another year of the tnAchieves Summer Bridge Program, with 90% of participants increasing their test scores. The improved scores reduced the number of …

Kendra Nash has been named the new principal of Margaret Newton Elementary School. Nash has experience teaching mathematics at Lara Kendall School and Dyersburg Middle School. She holds degrees …

West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital is offering a new treatment option for patients with urge urinary incontinence. The hospital is now providing the Altaviva implant, a therapy …

The following cases were heard in Lake County General Sessions Court on June 18, 2026, according to court records: Arraignments Michael Richard Cain – Speeding 55/78 – driving school …

Ridgely Senior Center attended the 250th Celebration of America on Tuesday, June 30, at Gateway Senior Center in Martin. Activities included cornhole, bingo, crafts, games, line dancing and …

U.S. Rep. John Rose brought his campaign for governor to Lake County on Monday morning for a meet-and-greet at Tony Bargery’s shop in Ridgely. The event began at 7:30 a.m. and included a …

July 20-21 — Living Word Church Vacation Bible School 6:30-8 p.m. at Living Word Church, 252 N. Main St. in Hornbeak. The two-day VBS will feature Bible stories, songs, games, fun activities and …

Three former employees of Obion County Nursing and Rehab have been indicted after an investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office found they improperly received more than $561,000 in …