Aug. 18 — Lake County High School students will have Picture Day on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Students should be prepared to have school photos taken. Aug. 22 — West Tennessee Healthcare will host …

Jamarquis Allen, a 20-year-old graduate of Lake County High School, has become the first person to earn three diplomas for completing all three welding classes and a graduation diploma from the …

Two Lake County emergency service organizations received grant funding through the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance and the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The Ridgely Fire …

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is reminding Tennesseans and visitors to participate in the 2026 wild turkey summer observation survey before it closes Aug. 31. The survey is open to the …

Aug. 3, 2026 Arraignment Willie Locust — Driving while license revoked — OR bond. Appearance Joshua Ables — Driving without a license; drivers to exercise due care; …

Lake County Schools welcomed the inaugural class of the Lake County High School Welding Academy on July 16. Twenty-one students began the program, with three additional students expected to …

CASE assessment Subjects: English language arts, math, science and social studies Grades: 6-12 Dec. 1-17 March 8-19 The assessment measures student learning throughout …

Before students returned to classrooms Monday, Lake County residents filled the district’s campuses with prayer, service and support during a day of events designed to give children and families a …

A Buick was recovered from the Mississippi River in Tiptonville on July 30 after a fisherman reported seeing the vehicle floating in the river the previous day. The vehicle was first spotted at …

Businesses, organizations and residents across Lake County participated in the Red Sand Project, a public art initiative designed to raise awareness of human trafficking, modern slavery and …

Lake County High School has announced that earphones and earbuds are no longer permitted during the school day. The policy is intended to minimize distractions and maintain a focused learning …

Aug. 6 — Margaret Newton Elementary School will host Back to School Night from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6. Families will have the opportunity to meet teachers, visit the school and see the newly …

The Caruthersville Police Department is warning businesses and residents after receiving reports of possible counterfeit currency circulating in the area. Police released comparison photos …

The family of J.R. Holloway recently donated a commercial Bunn coffee maker to the Ridgely Senior Center in his memory. Holloway died April 30. He had been a member of the senior center …

July 23, 2026 Arraignment Tommy Hogg — Financial responsibility law; registration law. Jessie Parson — Criminal trespass — Guilty plea. Sentenced to 30 days, suspended to time …

Lake County High School has named Jahmyan “MyMy” Geanes as its new head track and field coach. School officials said Geanes brings enthusiasm, dedication and a commitment to helping …

Season passes for Lake County High School and Lake County Middle School athletics are now on sale for the 2026-27 school year. Passes are valid for regular-season home games only. Away games, …

I ran into a guy recently, a fellow veteran, who I hadn't talked to in years. And he was limping, badly. When I asked, he said he needed knee surgery and couldn't afford it. I asked if he'd …