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UT Martin Campus Captain’s Challenge is Scheduled for April 1
The countdown is on, and the University of Tennessee at Martin’s Captain’s Challenge is almost here. The 2026 Captain’s Challenge will be held Wednesday, April 1.
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Destruction in Dresden III Delivers Big Crowd, Bigger Impact for Local Students
What started as a night of high-energy entertainment inside the Dresden Middle School gym turned into something much more meaningful for the community. “Destruction in Dresden III,” hosted by Pro Wrestling Mid South on…
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Straight Talk with Shannon: Who Gets a Seat at the Table?
Weakley County had a real opportunity to take a different path this past week, and it did not. What should have been a straightforward appointment to fill a vacant commission seat became something more…
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Straight Talk with Shannon: The SAVE Act, Who It Affects, and the Questions No One Wants to Answer
The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship in order to register to vote in federal elections. This is not an affidavit or a sworn statement. It requires physical…
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Childcare Crisis Takes Center Stage as County Commission Approves Wee Care Academy Plan
A growing childcare crisis in Weakley County took center stage Monday night as multiple teachers and residents shared personal stories of long waitlists, lost jobs, and daily commutes across county lines, ultimately leading the…
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Commission Fills District 5 Seat with David Moore After No Floor Nomination for Joyce Washington
The Weakley County Commission voted Monday night to appoint David Moore to the District 5 seat left vacant following the death of Commissioner Larry Kelley, selecting him over fellow applicant Joyce Washington after no…
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Garlitz Named OVC Outstanding Faculty Member from UT Martin
Dr. Richard Garlitz, professor of history, was announced as a recipient of the Ohio Valley Conference Outstanding Faculty – Commitment to Student Success Award during the OVC basketball championship tournament held March 4-7 at…
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UT Martin, TCAT Jackson Sign Articulation Agreement
An articulation agreement that provides agriculture students a seamless pathway to a four-year degree in the field was signed March 10 by leaders at the University of Tennessee at Martin and the Tennessee College…
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Gleason Considers Fluoride Debate, Advances Rezoning, Addresses Concerns
The Gleason Board of Mayor and Aldermen met Monday, March 16, for its regular monthly meeting, covering a full agenda that included infrastructure updates, code enforcement issues, and early discussion on whether to remove…
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