Dorothy Sue Graves

Ms. Nellie Greenhill, 95, of Dover, Tennessee, was called home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Diversicare Nursing Home, Dover, Tennessee, with her loving family by her side. She was born Tuesday, May 3, 1927, in Indian Mound, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Chesley and...

Paris, Tenn.–It’s official! Quinn Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Paris has been named to the National Register of Historic Places. The Quinn Chapel nomination has moved steadily through the required phases, from the Paris Historic Zoning Board to the Tennessee Historical Commission Review Board and has now been approved by the National Park Service.

Paris, Tenn.–A Paris man won a PSE crossbow donated by Hulme’s Sporting Goods for the Henry County Deputies for the Hungry program. The name of Sevens Clendenin was pulled from a bucket Tuesday morning at Hulme’s to win the prize. The Sheriff’s Office has taken in 135...

Paris, Tenn.–With 22 slates of items and a silent auction combined in one today, the grand total raised by the Henry County Helping Hand Radio Auction is now at $167,888. With items donated by the Puryear community, Harrelson Beta Club, Office on Aging and Northwest Nutrition, the auctioneer was Noel Hatman and the Paris Quota Club manned the phones.

Union City, Tenn.–Week-long basketball homecoming activities at Union City Schools will culminate with a high school hoop doubleheader between the Tornado teams and Milan Friday night at Marty Sisco Gymnasium. Fun daily assemblies at the high school that included multiple games and competitions, and system-wide dress-up days enjoyed by...

Paris, Tenn.–Tickets are on sale for a Paris-Henry County Bicentennial Music event featuring Civil War songs. “Dan Knowles, Eddie Coffey & Friends” will be presented at 7 p.m. February 4 at the Paris Academy for the Arts. During the American Civil War, songs supporting the war effort...

Dresden, Tenn.–Dresden Middle School’s 5th grade students recently worked together to create a colorful piece of art by integrating science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics [STEAM] into one fun project. Under the instruction of 5th grade Science teachers Susan Kendall and Kari Walker, students combined classes to work...

Union City, Tenn.–Have you ever wondered how a crime scene is really investigated? Sign up for the 2023 Obion County Sheriff’s Academy and they will show you. Sheriff Karl Jackson said this is a fun and free opportunity for anyone who wants to know more about how the sheriff’s office does what they do every day. The sessions start February 9. Contact the sheriff’s office by calling or on its Facebook page for an application.

Paris, Tenn.–Henry County School System has received a total of $50,700 from Utrust to help the schools and school district to recognize and show appreciation to school employees. Director of Schools Dr. Leah Watkins made application for the funds from Utrust to be distributed to schools for recognition activities...

Paris, Tenn.–A Paris man is being held on $50,000 bond after his arrest on multiple charges of arson, burglary and vandalism. The vandalism charges include painting grafitti on numerous buildings in downtown Paris. Paris Police Captain Jeramye Whitaker said Ethan Hammond was arrested today on warrants filed by the...

University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd and University of Tennessee, Knoxville Chancellor Donde Plowman announced leadership transitions today at the UT Institute of Agriculture. Senior Vice Chancellor and Senior Vice President Carrie Castille will become a special advisor to the president of the UT System and Keith Carver, chancellor at the University of Tennessee at Martin, will serve as the new leader of the UT Institute of Agriculture (UTIA). Pending board approval, Carver will begin March 1.

Paris, Tenn.–The Second Harvest distribution supplied food boxes for 88 families Tuesday at First United Methodist Church in Paris. Elyse Bell said, “So many people were happy to receive meat, saying it had become so expensive for their budgets. Poultry, pork and beef were among the selections, as well as pot pies, pizza, cheese and lunch meat. Fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, bread and desserts rounded out the food boxes. It is always a blessing to share with our neighbors throughout the community.” Second Harvest photo.

MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin Office of University Outreach is offering a series of online ACT prep courses throughout the winter for students who are preparing for the test. Online workshops will be held on six separate days, with students having the option of attending Math and Science or English and Reading sessions. The online courses will be held over Zoom, so participants must have access to a computer with audio and video capabilities.

Union City, Tenn.–After watching history being made in the girls’ game, the Union City boys weren’t about to let history repeat itself in the nightcap. The Golden Tornadoes – who earlier lost an overtime heartbreaker to Huntingdon when they blew a 20-point second-half lead – built a commanding advantage again early in Tuesday’s rematch and then finished off the Mustangs this time in a 67-50 triumph at Marty Sisco Gymnasium.

Union City, TN. — ATA, a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm, names Charles Peery as the newest partner. Peery helps lead the Union City, Tenn. office and has been with ATA for over seven years. Charles is a certified public accountant, specializing in tax and audit. In his new leadership role, Charles will be responsible for managing client relationships, helping guide those clients to future success, and also helping ATA team members further their professional careers.

Murray, Ky.–A Murray man was arrested on drug and weapons charges after a lengthy investigation and arrest involved a Kentucky State Police K9. Gabriel Gutierrez, age 38, was stopped on North 12th St. Thursday. Calloway County Sheriff’s deputies were assisted by the KSP who deployed their K9 who conducted...

Martin, Tenn.–A Union City man was charged with criminal impersonation, meth possession, stolen property, fugitive from justice and other offenses during a traffic stop in Martin Monday. Eric Lynn Choate, age 50, was arrested by Martin Police after Patrolman Nicholas Combs saw Choate and was aware of active arrest...

Holladay, Tenn.–It’s official. The Pilot Flying J corporation has purchased the North 40 Truck Stop in Holladay–a popular stopping-off point for 40 years. The North 40 Truck Stop opened in 1982 and closed January 9. Pilot Flying J owns over 70 Pilot Travel Centers in the U.S....

Two Tyson Obion County growers have won National awards from the US Poultry and Egg Association. Only 5 national awards were given and two of the winners came from Obion County. The Morrison and Parham families were both given the Family Farm Environmental Excellence award. The award recognizes exemplary environmental...