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Piercey named commissioner of state Dept. of Health
Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of Dr. Lisa Piercey of Milan to his cabinet as commissioner for the Department of Health. Piercey, a Trenton native, currently serves as the executive vice president of West Tennessee Healthcare, where she oversees a roster of hospitals with emphasis on rural hospitals in Bolivar, Camden, Milan, Dyersburg…
Read MoreTrenton mayor, aldermen take oaths
By Crystal Burns Trenton City Judge Jeff Mueller swore in seven city officials Jan. 8, confirming their leadership for the next four years. Mayor Ricky Jackson, who was unopposed in the November election, was sworn in for his second term as mayor. He previously served as an alderman for 19 years. The council read their…
Read MorePoverty simulation proves eye-opening for Trenton teachers
By Crystal Burns Emily Epperson’s husband went to work one morning and never came home. He didn’t call or text his wife or their two children, 14-year-old Ed and 15-year-old Ellen, send them an email or leave them note. He took the family’s only income and never looked back. “Families” with similar stories huddled in…
Read MoreGibson County Memorial Library to establish foundation to raise money for new building
By Crystal Burns Gibson County Memorial Library leaders are on a mission to fund a new building. Lindsey Ingram, library director, met with Friends of the Library members and other supporters last week to discuss establishing a foundation. “We’re in a push for a new building,” Ingram said. “We need to get the ball rolling…
Read MoreConcord family loses home in Dec. 23 fire
By Crystal Burns A Concord family lost their home and most of their possessions in a Dec. 23 fire. Two of the family’s four minor children were home with an adult friend when the fire started, and all three were able to exit the home safely, said Gibson County Assistant Fire Chief Zach Marbrey. The…
Read MorePeabody retires Easley’s No. 24 jersey
By Gary Smith In recognition of success at the high school, college and career levels, Peabody High School officially retired standout basketball player Kevin Easley’s uniform number 24 during a ceremony held during last week’s game against Bradford. Retired head coach Harry Ferguson and former assistant coach and current principal Rickey Hooker presented Easley’s jersey…
Read MoreTrenton Police charge Banks with second attempted murder charge in 11 months
By Crystal Burns For the second time in 11 months, Cameron Banks of Trenton has been charged with attempted first-degree murder. According to Trenton Police Lt. Jimmy Wilson, witnesses reported seeing Banks fire at least one round at the driver of a vehicle near Second Street and Hillsboro Avenue in Trenton at around 9:15 a.m.…
Read MorePeabody earns berth in state championship
By Gary Smith When members of the Peabody Golden Tide football team and fans were counting their blessings on Thanksgiving Day, the opportunity to host four state playoff games at home probably made the list. Last week’s 35-21 win over Waverly, in the semifinal round, completed a four game sweep of preliminary games and earned…
Read MoreTwo new council members elected to Trenton board
By Crystal Burns Two new council members were elected to the Trenton Board of Aldermen Tuesday. CeCe Jones and former mayor Tony Burriss won two of six seats on the board. Jones led all candidates with 831 votes. Burriss garnered 654. Aldermen Bubba Abbott, Frank Gibson and Rickey Graves were re-elected, collecting 729, 544 and…
Read MoreTrenton Foundation raises $10,000 for north Gibson Co.
By Crystal Burns The Trenton Foundation raised $10,000 for north Gibson County during its annual Harvest of Hope Gala held Thursday in the First Presbyterian Church fellowship hall in Trenton. The foundation is a chapter of the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation. The Trenton Foundation keeps all the money it raises to promote health and wellness…
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