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Friday, October 2, 2026

Weakley County Sheriff's Office named 2026 Tennessee Iris Festival grand marshal

The Weakley County Sheriff's Office has been named the 2026 Grand Marshal for the Tennessee Iris Festival, recognizing the department’s service and commitment to the community. The annual …

City of Martin seeks residents for strategic planning committee

The City of Martin is seeking residents to serve on a citizen committee that will help guide the development of a new 10-year strategic plan for the community. Applications are now open for the …

UTM’s Entice series continues with student summit, film screening

ENTICE SERIES – CNN anchor and author Abby Phillip (left) speaks on stage with ENTICE Series coordinator Dr. Henri Giles, assistant professor of African American studies, during the ENTICE program held Feb. 23 in the Boling University Center. After the program, Phillip autographed copies of her book, “A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power.”

The University of Tennessee at Martin’s ENTICE Series continues with the Student Leadership Summit and a screening of Frederick Murphy’s documentary “Echoes of the Forks of Cypress.” …

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Weakley County Jail Report

The following individuals were booked into the Weakley County Jail from Sept. 21-27, according to the Weakley County Sheriff’s Department. Charges listed are accusations and do not indicate guilt. …

Weakley County General Sessions Court

The following cases were disposed of in Weakley County General Sessions Court from Sept. 21-25. General Sessions Sept. 21 Benjamin Franklin Davis Jr. — Domestic assault, dismissed. …

Property Transfers

The following property transfers were recorded September 21-25, 2026 in the Weakley County Register of Deeds Office: Fred S. Morris, James R. Morris to Jeremy Allen, Heather Allen- Tract …

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Dresden Enterprise October 1, 2026

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Sports

PODIUM - Gwen Bounds, Benjamin Pettit and Taelyn Trevathan, from left, are pictured after their podium finishes at the On Twilight at PR’ville meet on Saturday, Sept. 26.

Pettit breaks course record at On Twilight at PR’ville

Dresden’s middle and high school cross-country runners delivered several outstanding performances Saturday, Sept. 26, at the On Twilight at PR’ville meet at John Hunt Park in Huntsville, Alabama. …

DIVE - Greenfield senior running back Westin Porter dives into the end zone in Greenfield’s 27-26 loss to Stewart County on Friday, Aug. 28.

Greenfield travels to face undefeated Humboldt

The Greenfield Yellowjackets are back at full strength, and they’ll need it for their upcoming opponent, the Humboldt Vikings. Humboldt (6-0, 3-0 in Region 7-1A) has made quick work of almost …

GROUP - Dresden High School cross-country runners are pictured after the boys’ runner-up team finish in the Huntingdon Invitational on Tuesday, Sept. 22.

Dresden runners deliver strong showing at Huntingdon Invitational

Dresden High School’s cross-country teams turned in an impressive collection of performances at the Huntingdon Invitational, highlighted by a runner-up team finish for the Lions and four top-six …

HONORED - Dresden Middle School eighth graders are honored before the Lions’ doubleheader against Greenfield on Tuesday, Sept. 22.

DMS Lady Lions celebrate eighth grade night with doubleheader sweep

The Dresden Middle School Lady Lions made eighth grade night memorable by sweeping Greenfield in a softball doubleheader Tuesday, Sept. 22. Dresden controlled the opening game from the start, …

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CELEBRATION - Westview junior receiver Ja’Kye Beard celebrates his second touchdown of the day with Westview junior quarterback Graham Simpson in Westview’s 42-24 win over Lausanne on Sept. 25.

Chargers pull away from Lynx 42-24 behind Beard breakout

The Westview Chargers defeated Lausanne 42-24 on Friday. The win moved Westview to 6-0 on the season as they prepare to face Ripley. The Chargers’ win was powered by a standout performance …

Obituaries

Death Notices

Ricky “Speedy” Gearin 1976-2026 Ricky “Speedy” Gearin, 50, of Newbern, passed away Friday, Sept. 18, at his residence surrounded by his family. A memorial service will be held …

Death Notices

Deanna G. Thornburg 1962-2026 Deanna Gale Thornburg, 63, of Martin, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Diversicare in Martin. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. …

Obituary: Kathie V. Barnes 1957-2026

Kathie Virginia Barnes, 69, of Dresden, passed away Saturday, Sept. 19, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 4 p.m., at Dresden Pentecostal …

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Floyd B. Adams Sr. 1932-2026 Floyd “Buddy” Adams Sr., 93, of Palmersville, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, at his home. Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 12, at Bowlin Funeral …

Obituary: Ralph E. Adams 1929-2026

Ralph E. Adams, 97, of Union City, passed away peacefully Friday, Sept. 11, after a long and distinguished life dedicated to his family, his community, education, and service to others. Funeral …

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Opinion

Dear Lizzie — Why do I have a voter registration card?

Dear Lizzie, Well, it’s almost time again to go vote. When you go, why do they no longer ask for your voter’s card? I often wondered the same thing. I head in and offer my driver …

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Area Happenings

NOV. 8 Veterans Day Parade – 10 a.m. in downtown Martin. Hosted by Rolling Thunder. The parade will start at the corner of Lovelace and University Street, with lineup at 9 a.m. in the Business …

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