The Tennessee Iris Festival has announced its 2027 board as planning begins for next year’s festival in Dresden. Board members are Christie Greer Carpenter, Emily Dunn, Joe Dunn, Lindsey …

The 2026 Sharon Corn & Music Festival will bring six days of food, music, entertainment and community activities to Sharon Sept. 21-26. Events are planned throughout the week at locations …

Dresden High School senior football player Ignacio Becerra has taken an important step toward his future by enlisting in the Army National Guard. Prior to the Lions’ game against West Carroll …

Khristi Dawn Cunningham pleaded not guilty Tuesday to four felony charges stemming from the Jan. 30 shooting death of Weakley County Sheriff’s Deputy Derrick Bonham. Cunningham was arraigned …

Twenty-five years have passed since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, but for many people, the memories of that day remain vivid. The attacks unfolded hundreds of miles away, but the …

Dresden FFA members traveled to the Weakley County Courthouse on August 11 to continue the chapter’s longstanding tradition of caring for important community landmarks. During the service …

The following cases appeared in Weakley County Circuit Court from Aug. 23-29, 2026, according to court records: Amairi Makal Cook — Probation violation — Guilty plea as charged; Failure to …

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the Weakley County Jail between Aug. 24–30, 2026. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Christina Kay Barner — reckless …

The following property transfers were recorded August 24-28, 2026 in the Weakley County Register of Deeds Office: Stephen Stark, Kathleen Stark to Stephen Stark Trustee, Kathleen Stark …

The following cases appeared in Weakley County General Sessions Court from Aug. 23-29, 2026, according to court records: Robert Emery Caldwell — Speeding — Guilty as charged. Alexis …

The following marriage licenses were issued by the Weakley County Clerk during the month of August: Jonathan Nathan Young & Jeannie Annete Collins Cade Bolden Richards & Hana …

Dr. Linda Ramsey of Martin has been elected to a three-year term as a trustee of Kiwanis International, serving from 2026-29. Ramsey was elected June 27 during the 2026 Kiwanis International …

A Weakley County Grand Jury has indicted Khristi Dawn Cunningham on four felony counts, and prosecutors have filed notice that they intend to seek the death penalty in the case. The grand jury …

Martin Public Library has announced the 2026-27 schedule for its “Let’s Talk about It” book discussion series, marking the 41st year the program has been held at the library. The season …

St. Jude Catholic Church will hold its 24th Country Christmas Bazaar from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, in the church social hall. Vendor booths are available for $30 and include lights …

American Medical Response began providing 911 and interfacility ambulance services in Weakley County on Sept. 1 under a new contract with the county. AMR is staffing three advanced life support …

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the Weakley County Jail between Aug. 17–23, 2026. All are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Alisha Ann Biggers — failure to …

The following cases appeared in Weakley County General Sessions Court from Aug. 16-22, 2026, according to court records: Kayla Kristin Dunning — Speeding — Guilty as charged. Leah …