Bethel Announces New Head Coach
Bethel University is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Springer as the new Head Football Coach of the Wildcats. Springer has served as the interim head coach since the departure of Coach Mike Jasper. Springer brings
Richard Lee Tidwell – 84 – Dresden
A funeral service will be held for Richard Lee Tidwell, age 84, of Dresden. The service will take place at 2:00 on Saturday, January 25th, at Bowlin Funeral Home.
Charles Brooks – 74 – Jonesboro, Arkansas
Funeral services will be held for Charles Brooks, age 74, of Jonesboro, Arkansas and formerly of Union City. Services will take place at 1:00 on Saturday, January 25th of 2025, in Union City. Burial will follow in
Tennessee Valley Authority Requesting Power Consumption for Wednesday Morning
The Tennessee Valley Authority is requesting power conservation for Wednesday. Union City Energy Authority CEO Kyle Ross said TVA is asking the public to lower their power consumption between 6:00 and 10:00 Wednesday morning. While power systems
Banana Festival Begins Planning Session This Week
Organizers of the Fulton/South Fulton Banana Festival will begin planning this week. Fulton Tourism Director Kenney Etherton said the first planning session will take place on Thursday. Etherton said the meeting will be held at the Fulton
TVA and WCMES Asks Residents to Limit Electric Usage
The TVA has initiated steps 10 & 20 of load curtailment to help reduce power consumption. WCMES Manager Andrea Harrington explained the situation to Thunderbolt Radio. Weakley County Municipal Electric is asking all residents, businesses, and employees
Weakley County Schools Names Teachers of the Year
Weakley County Schools has announced the 2025-26 Teachers of the Year. The Teachers of the Year are selected by teachers across the school district, who vote for the top educators in three grade groups, Pre-K through 4th
Henry County Names New Football Coach
Henry County High School has named J.R. Kirby as their new head football coach after Coach James Counce III left to take a position at Rockvale High School. Coach Kirby is coming from Covington High School where
Tennessee Highway Patrol Has Announced Planned Roadside Checkpoint in Obion County
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has announced plans for a checkpoint in Obion County. Highway Patrol reports say a Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoint will take place on Friday, January 31st. Troopers will be checking motorists on State Route
UT Martin Hosting 25th Civil Rights Conference
UT Martin will be hosting its 25th Civil Rights Conference in February. The conference will feature notable guest speakers, panels, and activities. This year’s theme is “Strength, Courage, and Wisdom.” Guest speakers this year include journalist and