Hope everyone is doing well. We at the Senior Center are doing great. This next week we have Bingo, Pool, Blocks, and Cards. Bingo starts at 10 a.m. On Wednesday, we have the ladies quilting, …

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has confirmed the first positive case of chronic wasting disease in Humphreys County following a test of a hunter-harvested deer. The positive test result …

During the monthly meeting of the Vietnam Veterans of Perry County on Jan. 8, Dale Long, president of the organization, presented a plaque to Dan Riley in recognition of his dedicated service as …

The Perry County Lady Vikings (3-7) took on the Waverly Lady Tigers (5-12) for their first game back from the Christmas break last Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Dave Rhodes Memorial Gym. In the first quarter, …

The Perry County Vikings (8-5) took on the Waverly Tigers (11-6) last Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Dave Rhodes Memorial Gym. In the first quarter, junior Kenner Haston went completely off as he scored 16 …

NOVEMBER 2025 –Sonya Azbill Bunch etux Jamie Bunch to Brandon Ray Blake etux Natalie Jo Blake, $299,000, district 3, map 75LD –Gary David Arne etux Dallas Faye Arne to Taypa Mounivong …

Penny, an 8- to 9-month-old Labrador mix, is this week’s featured Pet of the Week from Buddy’s Rescue Animal Haven. Described as affectionate, intelligent and eager to please, Penny is past …

It’s a new year and a fresh start at the Perry County senior centers. Staff invite community members age 60 and older to stop by and take part in the programs and fellowship offered each week. …

A recent incident involving a local student has renewed discussion about bullying and school safety within the community. According to a parent’s public account, a student was physically …

The Perry County Sheriff’s Office has launched a new mobile application designed to provide information and services directly to residents. Sheriff Nick Weems said the process to develop the …

The Bondi Beach attack in Australia was shocking, but not at all surprising. Some of the details were distinctive -- an idyllic spot on the Pacific Ocean instantly turned into a killing field, a …

Veterans who get their medical care from civilian facilities need to keep an eye on what’s coming. In 2026 the contracts (originally signed in 2018) between the VA and community health plan …

Perry County Senior Centers would like to wish everyone a very happy New Year. The centers are open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Lunch is served for senior adults at 11 a.m. each …

More than a decade after the disappearance of nursing student Holly Bobo shocked Decatur County and drew national attention, the case has once again returned to the courtroom. Zachary Adams, who …

Dear Friends, As the year winds down and a new one quietly begins, we find ourselves pausing to take it all in. The holidays may be behind us, and the days feel colder and slower, but there is a …

“Re-Elect,” a lot of things may come to mind. I ask people to look at the dash in those words. That is where all the important details are hidden. For every candidate, between the campaign trail …

Voting is now open for the 2025 Community Excellence Awards, presented annually by the Perry County Chamber of Commerce. Ballots will be accepted through Jan. 9. The online voting link is available …

As the new year begins, Perry County residents are reflecting on the challenges and accomplishments of the past year while looking ahead with a renewed focus on community, education, and local …

Chayselyn Dabbs of Lobelville has been named to the Dean’s List at Union University for the fall semester. Dabbs is among 381 students recognized for academic excellence. To qualify for the …

NASHVILLE — Taylar Sharp-Hickerson of Linden has been named to the Dean’s List at Belmont University for the fall semester. Sharp-Hickerson was among more than half of Belmont’s 6,934 …