Public safety
Officers took a juvenile student into custody Thursday evening, the Dyer County Sheriff's Office said. School staff got a tip at 5 p.m. and quickly called the school resource officer. Officers from several departments searched Dyer County High School and found no danger on campus. State law protects the names of juveniles, so officials did not release the student's name. Anyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. Read our story: Student in custody after threat involving Dyer County High School, sheriff says.
Extra officers stayed on campus Friday as a safety step after the search found no danger. Other agencies helping included the Newbern Police Department, Tennessee Department of Homeland Security and Tennessee Highway Patrol. The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Kenton Police Department and Gibson County Sheriff’s Office also assisted. “We take every threat seriously, and we investigate every one thoroughly,” Sheriff Grant Montgomery said.
Montgomery also thanked residents Tuesday for their kindness and support, the Dyer County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies felt honored to serve a caring community.
County and city government
Dyersburg brought in $1,441,818.73 in local sales tax in October, the City of Dyersburg said. That is up $52,299.30, or 3.76%, from the $1,389,519.43 collected in October 2025. City leaders thanked local shoppers and merchants for keeping the economy strong. Read our story: Dyersburg sales tax collections rise 3.76% in October.
Dyersburg Mayor John Holden and Dyer County Mayor Eric Maupin visited the Dyer County Leadership class this week, the City of Dyersburg said. The two mayors answered questions and talked about working together on local issues.
County officials held an open house for the Winter Warming Center Thursday, Nov. 12, Dyer County government said. The event ran from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Dyersburg closed city offices Wednesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day, the City of Dyersburg said. Trash routes for Monday and Tuesday ran on schedule, while Wednesday and Thursday pickups ran one day late. Read our story: Dyersburg to close city offices Nov. 11 for Veterans Day, adjust trash routes.
The Dyer County Courthouse and county offices also closed Wednesday for Veterans Day, Dyer County government said. Read our story: Dyer County Courthouse, offices to close Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.
Schools
The Dyersburg Trojans beat Whites Creek 24-20 Friday night in the state playoffs, the City of Dyersburg said. The win came in the second round of postseason play. The Trojans scored on a 1-yard run after taking 9:02 off the clock on their opening drive. Dyersburg led 10-0 at halftime and held on in the fourth quarter to win. The win sends the Trojans to Round 3 to play Fairview next Friday. Read our story: Dyersburg Trojans defeat Whites Creek 24-20.
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital raised $750,000 for a new mobile care unit in rural West Tennessee, Le Bonheur Children's said. The van will visit local schools to give free health care to kids across nine counties, including Dyer County. Services include checkups, sick visits, sports physicals and growth checks. Donors include Ford Philanthropy, Tim and Michelle Castellaw, The Cox Family Charitable Foundation and the Community Foundation of West Tennessee. Read our story: Le Bonheur secures funding for new mobile care unit to serve Dyer County and rural West Tennessee.
City leaders congratulated Lady Trojans basketball player Chelby on Monday, the City of Dyersburg said.
Community
Dyer County honored veterans Wednesday, Nov. 11, with a downtown parade and a ceremony at Pocket Park, Dyer County government said. The parade began at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church and moved through downtown Dyersburg. Organizers held the ceremony at 11 a.m. and planned to use the farmers market if it rained. Read our story: Veterans Day parade and program set for Wednesday in downtown Dyersburg.
Emergency dispatchers also posted notes of thanks to area veterans Wednesday, Dyer County 911 said. Staff members thanked the men and women who served in the armed forces to protect American freedoms.
The Harlem Legends brought their basketball clinic to town Saturday, Nov. 14, the City of Dyersburg said. The Shoot for the Stars event took place at the Dyersburg Activity Center. The Michael Douglas Youth Foundation and city parks staff hosted the two-hour event for boys and girls of all skill levels. The clinic was built to teach character and basketball skills, with a focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and defense. Read our story: Harlem Legends Bring Basketball Clinic to Dyersburg.
Holden honored Ann McPherson Tuesday during a surprise 90th birthday party, the City of Dyersburg said. Family and friends gathered as Holden gave McPherson a Key to the City. He also proclaimed Nov. 10 as Ann McPherson Day.
The Dyersburg/Dyer County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Alulla Hibachi on Wheels, the City of Dyersburg said. The business is at 220 West Market Street in downtown Dyersburg.