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A Jackson business shares the secret to success
A multigenerational family company shares their secret to a successful business. King Tire family lasts over several generations in West Tennessee. A multigenerational family business marks 65 years of service to Jackson and Humboldt.
King Tire family lasts over several generations in West Tennessee
Many people say customer service is a thing of the past, but a local business told us that the secret to good customer service is family. King Tire is a multigenerational business serving Humboldt and Jackson. Ricky King is the second generation of King Tire. “Dad started in 1959 and...
Drug Task Force makes 10 arrests during TN Strawberry Festival
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — 10 people were arrested by the West Tennessee Drug Task Force in Humboldt, Tenn. over the weekend. WTDTF agents patrolled southern Gibson County during the annual Strawberry Festival in Humboldt on Thursday – Saturday of last week. Reports say 10 arrests were made, five weapons were seized, and agents pursued and caught […]
TDOT shows what new I-55 Bridge may look like
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The transportation landscape of the Mid-south could soon change. TDOT released new renders of a potential replacement for the I-55 bridge and is asking for the public’s input on them. The project is not yet set in stone, but could cost up to $1 billion and...
Former educator indicted on federal child exploitation offenses
Jackson, TN – A federal grand jury in Jackson, Tennessee recently returned an indictment charging Philip Stephen Plyler, 41, of Fairmont, West Virginia with federal child exploitation offenses. United States Attorney Kevin G. Ritz announced the return of the indictment today. Plyler is charged in a two-count indictment with...
Crockett Day School employee faces simple domestic assault charges
ALAMO, Tenn. — An alleged incident taking place at Crockett Day School now has one woman facing three counts of simple domestic assault. 55-year-old Lisa Hobock is accused of allegedly assaulting two children. According to an affidavit, a parent stated Hobock yanked their 4-year-old child off of a shelf...
Right to Know May 14, 2024
Information listed for the Humboldt Police Report is obtained from court records and printed as is. The Humboldt Chronicle cannot assume responsibility for correcting inaccuracies when information accurately reflects the records. Readers are cautioned that some names published may be similar to or the same as those of other members of the community.
Wanted felon ‘eating meth’ arrested after fleeing from authorities
On Friday May 10th, Agents attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation in Humboldt. The driver, identified as Michael Woodrell, 40, of Humboldt, refused to stop and fled from Agents. Woodrell led Agents on a pursuit through north Humboldt into Gibson County and back into Humboldt. During the...
Husband, wife found dead in possible murder-suicide
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two people are dead following a shooting incident Thursday evening in Maury City, Tennessee, according to the Crockett County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say they responded to the shooting at 3230 Highway 80 at 4:45 p.m. where they found a woman, later identified as Maria Elena Rios, shot and unresponsive. They also say […]
Milan, Williamson qualify for state meet
The tradition continues for the Milan track & field team. For the third consecutive season two Milan athletes have qualified for the Class A state track & field meet at Middle Tennessee State University. Junior Raven Milan qualified in two events, while junior O’Ryan Williamson qualified in one event after...
Execution of search warrant leads to drug seizure
DYER CO., Tenn.—Agents with the 29th District out of Dyersburg served a search warrant on a home there today. Agents were assisted by Investigators from the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office. Agents seized more than 1-1/4 lbs. of methamphetamine packaged for resale. One male has been arrested. Drug Task...
Warrington found guilty of violation of order of protection
Christine Warrington was in court on Wednesday, May 8 facing charges of violating a court order of protection. Warrington is a Humboldt School Board member and former candidate for Tennessee state representative and Humboldt mayor. Judge Mark Johnson heard the case and ruled that Warrington was guilty of violating the...
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