I am not in favor of Tennessee giving state funds to private schools. For those who don’t know, Governor Bill Lee has instated a policy allotting $7,075 of scholarship to students intending on …

The City of Gleason recently met with Weakley County Chamber of Commerce Director Erica Moore and Economic Development Director Justin Crice to discuss proposed revisions to the existing Joint …

We are thrilled to recognize Mrs. Marianne K. Vickers as this year’s Special Programs Teacher of the Year at Tennessee Virtual Academy (TNVA)—a free, public, at-home school serving …

The 2025 legislative session of the Tennessee General Assembly concluded with the passage of numerous laws that will influence the daily lives of residents statewide. With legislation covering …

At its May meeting, the Greenfield City Board voted not to move forward with the demolition of the properties at 105, 107, and 109 Broad Street, citing high costs related to asbestos removal and …

At its May meeting, the Dresden City Board approved a bid for the installation of tornado sirens, reestablishing a system that was lost during the December 2021 tornado. In April, the Dresden …

The Dresden Lady Lions concluded a memorable season with two hard-fought games at the TSSAA Class 1A State Tournament in Murfreesboro, marking a proud achievement for the program and the community. …

For ten years, groups of Bethel University students have regularly traveled abroad to Cali, Colombia, and volunteered at the local school named Colegio Americano. The teams are continuing a …

As summer approaches, churches throughout Weakley County are gearing up for a beloved tradition—Vacation Bible School (VBS). These annual programs offer a blend of spiritual education, fun, and …

Weakley County's unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in April 2025, down from 3.7% the previous month, according to newly released data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development …

Weakley County residents will have several opportunities to honor the sacrifices of American service members this Memorial Day, as events are planned in Martin and Dresden throughout the week. …

Dresden High School has been named a 2024-25 FAFSA Champion by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC), distinguishing itself as the only school in Weakley County to receive this honor. The …

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) has named 158 high schools as FAFSA Champions for the 2024-25 academic year, recognizing their outstanding work in helping students complete the Free …

Dresden High School track and field sent six athletes to compete in the TSSAA Class-A state meet, Thursday the 20 th . All athletes earned their way to the awards podium and medaled in their events. …

There is a verse in Genesis 50 where Joseph is speaking face to face with the brothers who sold him into slavery.  Life has flipped their circumstances. Joseph was once at their mercy, which …

The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) is officially unveiling “Promise to Call,” a new effort to prevent suicide and save lives. The …

Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury Jason Mumpower is pleased to announce a significant accomplishment by 14 Tennessee counties. These counties, which are audited by the Comptroller’s …

A Martin man, 42-year-old Brandon Crandall, has been sentenced in Judge Jeff Parham’s Circuit Court for nine charges. On September 21, 2024, Martin Police Department Patrolman Levi Hinson …

During the finance, ways, and means meeting held last week, commissioners discussed the restructuring of juvenile court responsibilities and debated moving certain functions, reassigning personnel, …