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‘Operation Trojan Horse’ results in 51 indictments
Operation Trojan Horse results in 51 indictments By Logan Watson A motorcade of state and local law enforcement officers descended on Gibson County last Wednesday with one goal: ridding our area of illegal narcotics. According to Special Agent in Charge Johnie Carter, a six-month undercover drug investigation conducted by the 28th Judicial Drug Task…
Read MoreMurder/Suicide originated with 2014 incident in Milan
Jackson murder/suicide originated with attempted burglary in Milan By Victor Parkins and Logan Watson Jackson Police are wrapping up an investigation after two people were shot and killed Thursday morning at a Bemis home. Jackson Police Chief Julian Wiser said the incident happened just before 7 a.m. this morning at 421 South Massachusetts Street. Chief…
Read MoreBulldog 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…
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