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Weakley County Library holds essay contest
The Ned R. McWherter Weakley County Library held an essay contest in conjunction with its recognition of National Take Your Child to the Library Day on Feb. 4. Students were asked to submit a response to the question, “Why are libraries so important?”. Winners received a $20 gift card from Wal-Mart. Emma Green took the…
Read MoreDRESDEN HIGH’S HOSA PROGRAM TAKES ON NEW SHAPE
Growing student interest in Dresden High’s HOSA club, the Future Health Professionals Organization, is strengthening the foundation of their group. For the first time in many years, 5 members will represent Dresden High in competition at the State level. Students representing HOSA in a variety of State competitive events include Keely Mathis, Ellie Bush, Breasia…
Read MoreSafe Haven Baby Boxes for Weakley County
Story by Shannon Taylor Senior Investigative Reporter A local resident wants to see Safe Haven Baby boxes come to Weakley County. Dresden resident Chris Wilson said, “While there is a safe haven law in place, there is no safety box that can keep people dropping a baby off anonymous to make it more accessible for…
Read MoreCommunity Concerns with Shannon
Our next question comes from Billy Laird of Martin. He asked, “Turning towards Meek Street towards Dresden from Martin is impossible to not cross the center line on the highway. So many vehicles over the years have dropped off in the ditch and damaged their cars. Why can’t the culvert be extended to make turning…
Read MoreDukedom man arrested with over 2 pounds of crystal meth
On 02/25/2023, a joint operation between the 27th Judicial Drug Task Force, Weakley County Sheriff’s Office, Graves County Sheriff’s Office, and the Drug Enforcement Administration led to a search warrant at 8203 Hwy 118 in Dukedom, Tn. 44-year-old Bobby J. Brown was found in possession of over 2 pounds of Crystal Methamphetamine, Marijuana, digital scales,…
Read MoreMartin Police Investigate Aggravated Robbery
On February 22nd, 2023, at approximately 8:30pm officers were called to the Dollar General store at 997 Main St. in reference to a robbery. When officers arrived, the victim stated a male subject with a disguise over his face walked into the store demanding money from the register. Martin Police Dept. Investigators were…
Read MoreDresden High School SRO Officer charged with aggravated statutory rape
story by Shannon Taylor Senior Investigative Reporter On Feb. 22 the 27th Judicial District Attorney General’s Office Investigator Drew Vernon was notified of a DCS referral that alleged that the SRO at Dresden High School was having an inappropriate relationship with a juvenile female student. Vernon spoke with Captain Robby Hatler of Martin Police Department…
Read MoreGleason takes action on delinquent property taxes
Story by Megan Dame Press Reporter Residents of the City of Gleason were warned that those who do not pay their property taxes will see those properties sold by the city, according to Gleason city attorney Beau Pemberton. Pemberton issued that warning at the recent monthly meeting of the city’s mayor and board of aldermen.…
Read MoreHead Start Center Manager’s Actions Raise Questions
Story by Shannon Taylor Senior Investigative Reporter After a Dresden woman came forward regarding a NWTN Head Start Center Manager’s involvement in her custody case, concerns were raised regarding the policies and procedures involved in the program and how a Center Manager became involved in a local custody case as a key witness in the…
Read MorePiles of dead chickens dumped in Greenfield field
Story by Shannon Taylor Senior Investigative Reporter A Greenfield resident contacted the WCP regarding dead chickens being dumped in a field on Shafter Road in Greenfield on Feb. 13. The caller stated that four poultry trucks had dumped dead chickens in the middle of a field and that he thought “it was criminal” of them…
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