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Complete local news coverage for Decatur County, Tennessee. Stay updated on local government, community events, business developments, and civic matters affecting residents of Decaturville, Parsons, Scotts Hill, Bath Springs, and surrounding western Tennessee communities.
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DCMH adds board-certified plastic surgeon to wound clinic team
Healthcare

DCMH adds board-certified plastic surgeon to wound clinic team

DCMH brought a board-certified plastic surgeon onto its wound clinic team, adding more advanced care for chronic wounds, diabetes-related ulcers and post-surgical problems close to home.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Operation River Walk leads to arrests, indictments in Decatur County drug probe
Government

Operation River Walk leads to arrests, indictments in Decatur County drug probe

A nine-month drug probe in Decatur County ended with indictments and arrests, and investigators say a dump truck was used in meth sales.

Marcus Williams2m read
Parsons Library offers books, career help, genealogy and family programs
Community

Parsons Library offers books, career help, genealogy and family programs

Need work, need something for the kids, or need family history help? Parsons Public Library puts all three under one roof at 535 Tennessee Avenue South.

Marcus Williams4m read
Decatur County Schools posts 2026-2027 calendar, board meeting dates
Education

Decatur County Schools posts 2026-2027 calendar, board meeting dates

The 2026-27 calendar is posted, and Decatur County families already have four board dates to plan around: May 14, June 11, July 9 and August 13.

Lisa Park2m read
Decatur County student earns regional scholarship from West Tennessee foundation
Education

Decatur County student earns regional scholarship from West Tennessee foundation

Kjavik Fowler of Decatur County was among the West Tennessee students chosen for a $1,000 regional scholarship, a boost that can help cover college costs.

Sarah Chen2m read
Decatur County Memorial Hospital plans free Healthy Fair June 4
Healthcare

Decatur County Memorial Hospital plans free Healthy Fair June 4

Free screenings, expert talks and door prizes return to Greensburg Elementary on June 4, with DCMH aiming to catch problems early for Decatur County residents at no cost.

Lisa Park2m read
Decatur County Schools seek bids for Pre-K playground surfacing project
Education

Decatur County Schools seek bids for Pre-K playground surfacing project

A 28-by-46-foot rubber play surface could give Decatur County’s youngest students a safer place to land before June 15, 2026, if bids come in on time.

Marcus Williams2m read
Riverside bass anglers finish 49th nationally, girls team ranks No. 1
Education

Riverside bass anglers finish 49th nationally, girls team ranks No. 1

Riverside anglers placed 49th against about 20,000 boats, and the girls team rose to No. 1 nationally. The finish put Decatur County on a big stage.

Marcus Williams2m read
Six Decatur County music students earn Superior ratings at UT Martin festival
Education

Six Decatur County music students earn Superior ratings at UT Martin festival

Every Decatur County performance at UT Martin earned a Superior, with six students sweeping the festival’s top mark and spotlighting the district’s music program.

Lisa Park2m read
Scotts Hill agenda highlights EMS trailer, police hires, budget planning
Government

Scotts Hill agenda highlights EMS trailer, police hires, budget planning

A town of 877 is weighing 14 generators, an EMS trailer and police hires as it sets its FY2026-2027 budget and hazard-mitigation plan.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County Schools names Amanda Keeton as Riverside High principal
Education

Decatur County Schools names Amanda Keeton as Riverside High principal

Amanda Keeton, a Riverside graduate with 22 years in Decatur County schools, will lead the Panthers into 2026-27.

Sarah Chen2m read
Parsons council to weigh airport authority change, gas line contract bids
Government

Parsons council to weigh airport authority change, gas line contract bids

Parsons council weighed airport governance, gas line bids and budget votes that could shape utility costs, tax rates and access to service.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County Virtual Academy grows from 27 to 67 students
Education

Decatur County Virtual Academy grows from 27 to 67 students

Decatur County's virtual academy has more than doubled to 67 students, showing families still need online options for flexibility, attendance and school fit.

Lisa Park2m read
Parsons Elementary seeks custodial worker as school year winds down
Education

Parsons Elementary seeks custodial worker as school year winds down

Parsons Elementary’s custodial opening highlights how one support job helps keep 363 students learning in a safe, orderly building.

Sarah Chen2m read
Mobile disaster recovery center to open in Decaturville May 2
Community

Mobile disaster recovery center to open in Decaturville May 2

Decatur County families still dealing with storm damage could get FEMA help in person at 403 W. Highland St. in Decaturville as mobile recovery sites opened May 2.

Lisa Park2m read
DCMS baseball wins conference titles, finishes 22-1 in standout season
Education

DCMS baseball wins conference titles, finishes 22-1 in standout season

DCMS baseball finished 22-1 and swept both conference titles, capping one of the strongest middle school seasons Decatur County has seen.

Lisa Park2m read
DCMS seeks teacher shout-outs, fills custodial job opening
Education

DCMS seeks teacher shout-outs, fills custodial job opening

DCMS is collecting teacher shout-outs for May 4-8 while it tries to fill a 12-month custodial job paying $25,910 a year.

Lisa Park2m read
Tornado Warning Issued for Decaturville, Perryville as Severe Storms Hit Decatur County
Community

Tornado Warning Issued for Decaturville, Perryville as Severe Storms Hit Decatur County

Decaturville and Perryville were under a tornado warning until 12:45 a.m., as severe storms pushed through Decatur County and emergency managers kept watch.

Lisa Park2m read
Decatur County seeks bids for hunting lease on county land
Business

Decatur County seeks bids for hunting lease on county land

County leaders are taking bids on 159.51 acres on Duck Farm Road, with the lease limited to Decatur County residents and backed by $1 million liability coverage.

Sarah Chen2m read
Blake Smith commits to UT Martin Parsons Center for college
Education

Blake Smith commits to UT Martin Parsons Center for college

Blake Smith chose UT Martin’s Parsons Center, keeping college close to home in a move that spotlights Decatur County’s local path to a degree.

Sarah Chen2m read
Allen Maxwell, 47, Decaturville Elementary P.E. Teacher Charged with Child Rape
Education

Allen Maxwell, 47, Decaturville Elementary P.E. Teacher Charged with Child Rape

Allen Maxwell, 47, a Decaturville Elementary P.E. teacher, was arrested at his Parsons home and charged with one count of rape of a child; court papers allege incidents in his vehicle from Jan. 2021 to Nov. 2022.

Sarah Chen2m read
Scotts Hill High seeks substitute bus drivers amid regional shortage
Education

Scotts Hill High seeks substitute bus drivers amid regional shortage

Scotts Hill High is looking for substitute bus drivers as nearby districts still struggle to cover routes. In Washington County, 200 students once lacked bus transportation when nine routes went uncovered.

Lisa Park2m read
Parsons website spotlights services, river-town identity and community resources
Government

Parsons website spotlights services, river-town identity and community resources

Parsons’ website puts utilities, safety and community spaces within easy reach, while reinforcing the city’s river-town role. It’s a practical window into daily life in Decatur County.

James Thompson6m read
Decatur County Chamber spotlights river identity, recreation, business growth
Business

Decatur County Chamber spotlights river identity, recreation, business growth

The Tennessee River is Decatur County’s brand, but the real test is whether that identity is driving jobs, weekend spending, and measurable growth.

Sarah Chen5m read
Parsons Centre on Tennessee Avenue Unites Art Gallery, Museum, Community Services
Community

Parsons Centre on Tennessee Avenue Unites Art Gallery, Museum, Community Services

Parsons Centre at 535 Tennessee Ave. S. houses an art gallery, a museum of Parsons and Decatur County history, a library with a genealogy and career center, and reservable community rooms.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur General remains the county's primary health access point
Healthcare

Decatur General remains the county's primary health access point

decatur county general in Parsons is the county's only hospital, providing emergency and basic inpatient services for local towns; residents should confirm hours and transfer details with the hospital.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Decatur County Library Strengthens Digital Access and Local Archives
Community

Decatur County Library Strengthens Digital Access and Local Archives

The Decatur County Public Library at 20 W Market St. in Decaturville provides free public internet, fax and copying services, a community meeting room, genealogy resources including newspaper microfilm from 1893 onward, and programming for children and adults. These services function as a practical lifeline for residents seeking job opportunities, education support, small-business needs and local-history research.

Sarah Chen2m read
Parsons school employee arrested on charge of child rape
Education

Parsons school employee arrested on charge of child rape

An employee of the Decatur County School System was arrested on a charge of rape of a child; authorities say the 24th Judicial District Attorney is leading the active investigation.

Lisa Park2m read
Decatur County Schools honor cafeteria staff on School Lunch Hero Day
Education

Decatur County Schools honor cafeteria staff on School Lunch Hero Day

Decatur County Schools honored cafeteria teams on School Lunch Hero Day, spotlighting the workers who feed 1,415 students across six schools every day.

Sarah Chen2m read