Bulldog trio signs with colleges
Bulldog trio signs with colleges By Logan Watson Milan athletes have been a hot commodity among college recruiters as of late. Last week, three more Milan footballers made their marks to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level. J.P. Porter, Cameron Oliver and Jordan Shepherd were each recognized in a joint ceremony…
Read MoreStrong winds leave thousands without power
Strong winds leave thousands without power By Logan Watson A strong storm that blew through Northwest Tennessee left thousands of residents without power last Wednesday morning. Shortly after 5 a.m. on March 1, strong winds, rain and hail slammed into homes and utility poles across the area, causing minor damage to a few local structures.…
Read MoreGibson Co. Sports Hall of Fame announces 2017 inductees
Gibson Co. Sports Hall of Fame announces 2017 inductees Banquet set April 7 at Medina Elementary School By Steve Short Sports standouts from Medina High School lead the class of 2017 inductees just announced for the Gibson Co. Sports Hall of Fame. Medina will host the 21st annual Hall of Fame banquet April 7…
Read MoreBehind the Badge: Strayhorn redefines what it means to be a cop
Behind the Badge: Strayhorn redefines what it means to be a cop By Logan Watson If I asked you to close your eyes and picture a cop, what would you see? Likely someone with a stern, expressionless face. A white male, over six feet tall, muscular, probably in his late thirties or early forties. Someone…
Read MoreMilan police special presentation to MHS student
MPD makes special presentation to MHS student By Logan Watson A Milan High School student received a special surprise from the Milan Police Department last Thursday, as Levi Pitcock was presented with his very own MPD uniform. Levi, one of MHS’ RISE students is on the autism spectrum, a range of conditions characterized by challenges…
Read MoreMilan VFW post may close its doors
Milan VFW post may close its doors Members to make decisive vote Feb. 27 By Steve Short After 70 years in Milan, the town’s VFW post could close its doors and consolidate with Trenton’s post. Members of the Dudley Kizer Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4780, located at 2048 N. Main St., will take a…
Read MoreBody of missing man found in Carroll County lake
Body of missing man found in Carroll County lake The search for Robert “Tank” Treadway, Jr. ended last night when the 34-year-old’s body was discovered in a Carroll County lake. According to Carroll County Sheriff Andy Dickson, Treadway’s body was found in the lake by an adjoining landowner just after 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February…
Read MoreMissing Milan man last seen in Carroll County
Missing Milan man last seen in Carroll County A Milan man has been missing for more than 2 weeks and authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating him. Robert ‘Tank’ Treadway, Jr., 34, was last seen on February 5, 2017 near Cedar Grove in Carroll County. Carroll County Sheriff Andy Dickson received a call…
Read MoreOwnby family committed to Milan schools
Ownby family committed to Milan schools By Logan Watson Serving on the School Board is not the most glorious of public service positions, but it’s one that Will, Billy and Liz Ownby have taken very seriously since 1977. The Ownbys have a long history in the Milan school system, dating back 40 years. “We had…
Read MoreSchools prep for flu season
Schools prep for flu season By Logan Watson Flu season is upon us, and no one gets hit harder by the yearly plague than kids and those that come in close contact with them. According to the CDC, flu season usually peaks around February. The number of cases in Milan and Medina have been slowly…
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