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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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Reed Keeton to lead Decatur County Middle girls basketball team
Education

Reed Keeton to lead Decatur County Middle girls basketball team

Reed Keeton's hire brings a Riverside graduate back to Decatur County Middle, where leaders say his local ties and fundraiser plans could energize girls basketball.

Lisa Park2m read
Decatur County Library preserves local history, genealogy records for researchers
Community

Decatur County Library preserves local history, genealogy records for researchers

A Court Square library holds Decatur County’s paper trail, from 1893 microfilm newspapers to courthouse records that help families recover what fires took away.

Lisa Park5m read
Wanted fugitive surrenders after hours-long standoff in Decatur County
Government

Wanted fugitive surrenders after hours-long standoff in Decatur County

Bruce Anthony Rosson surrendered after an hours-long standoff in Parsons. He was booked into the Decatur County Jail after a warrant call brought in multiple agencies.

James Thompson1m read
Warrant service in Parsons ends with hours-long barricade, one man jailed
Government

Warrant service in Parsons ends with hours-long barricade, one man jailed

A warrant check on Georgia Avenue South turned into a hours-long standoff after Bruce Anthony Rosson barricaded himself in a shed and claimed he had a gun.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County taxpayers get May 22 extension after Winter Storm Fern
Government

Decatur County taxpayers get May 22 extension after Winter Storm Fern

Decatur County taxpayers got until May 22 to file and pay after Winter Storm Fern. The relief covered both households and businesses in the county’s original disaster area.

Marcus Williams2m read
Riverside High wins $750 grant for student garden project
Education

Riverside High wins $750 grant for student garden project

A $750 grant will turn space outside Riverside High’s cafeteria into a student garden, led by biology teacher Vanessa Stephenson and tied to science and school meals.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County deputies seek missing Parsons man, last seen in Huntingdon
Community

Decatur County deputies seek missing Parsons man, last seen in Huntingdon

Deputies are asking for help finding Taylor Joseph Jones, 29, a Parsons man last seen in Huntingdon. He may be driving a gray 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Lisa Park1m read
Severe storms bring hail, 60 mph winds to Scotts Hill area
Community

Severe storms bring hail, 60 mph winds to Scotts Hill area

Storms swept the Scotts Hill area with 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail, while Decatur County faced a 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. severe-weather window.

Sarah Chen2m read
Parsons hosts 51st annual World’s Largest Raccoon Hunt, aiding St. Jude
Community

Parsons hosts 51st annual World’s Largest Raccoon Hunt, aiding St. Jude

Parsons' 51st raccoon hunt drew crowds to the fairgrounds April 9-11 and has helped raise more than $4.5 million for St. Jude.

Sarah Chen2m read
Riverside edges Hardin County 5-3, extends winning streak to four
Community

Riverside edges Hardin County 5-3, extends winning streak to four

Landon Vaughan’s two-RBI night powered Riverside past Hardin County 5-3, sealing a season sweep and stretching the Panthers’ winning streak to four.

Marcus Williams2m read
Scotts Hill blanks Madison 11-0, evens softball record at 4-4
Education

Scotts Hill blanks Madison 11-0, evens softball record at 4-4

Scotts Hill’s 11-0 shutout of Madison pushed the Lions back to 4-4 and deepened a matchup trend that now tilts firmly their way.

Sarah Chen2m read
Rivertime Players stages Arsenic and Old Lace in Parsons
Community

Rivertime Players stages Arsenic and Old Lace in Parsons

Rivertime Players packed Parsons’ 237-seat Shane Bridges Theatre for five performances of Arsenic and Old Lace, tying the comedy to the town’s larger live-theater tradition.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County shares Republican primary ballot, early voting runs April 15-30
Government

Decatur County shares Republican primary ballot, early voting runs April 15-30

Decatur County’s Republican primary ballot is out, and voters have April 15-30 to cast early ballots at the county election office in Decaturville.

Marcus Williams2m 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
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
Parsons municipal election qualifying deadline passed, June 4 vote set
Government

Parsons municipal election qualifying deadline passed, June 4 vote set

Parsons candidates had to qualify by noon March 19 for a June 4 city vote that could shape who leads mayor, vice mayor and the commission.

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Decatur County Libraries Guide: Services for Families, Students, Jobseekers, Seniors
Community

Decatur County Libraries Guide: Services for Families, Students, Jobseekers, Seniors

Decatur County libraries offer free access to books, internet, programs and services for families, students, jobseekers and seniors. Call your Parsons or Decaturville branch to confirm hours and program times.

Marcus Williams2m read
Ayers Entrepreneur Center anchors downtown Parsons co-working and business support
Business

Ayers Entrepreneur Center anchors downtown Parsons co-working and business support

The Ayers Entrepreneur Center at 52 West 8th Street offers co-working, private offices, meeting rooms, an AV studio, and business programs; it bolsters Decatur County entrepreneurs and remote workers.

Sarah Chen2m read
How to speak and influence at Decatur County Commission meetings
Government

How to speak and influence at Decatur County Commission meetings

Decatur County Commission meetings allow public comment and post agendas online; learn how to sign up, time limits, and courthouse rules.

James Thompson2m 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 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
Guide to Decatur County Recreation, Events, and Community Resources
Community

Guide to Decatur County Recreation, Events, and Community Resources

This guide compiles Decatur County's year round attractions, community services, and annual events to help residents and visitors find recreation and civic resources. It matters because local updates such as seasonal closures or permit rules are best understood in the context of the county's established offerings and the agencies that manage them.

Sarah Chen2m read
Decaturville Water System posts 2025 water quality report notice
Healthcare

Decaturville Water System posts 2025 water quality report notice

Decaturville’s latest water report notice puts the town’s drinking-water record in the open for the 2,384 people served by the system.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Connects Local Businesses to Resources, Community
Business

Decatur County Chamber of Commerce Connects Local Businesses to Resources, Community

Sydney Lopiccolo's open invitation to join the Decatur County Chamber signals a straightforward pitch: membership at 443 Virginia Ave. S in Parsons is an investment in the Tennessee River county itself.

Sarah Chen6m read
Decatur County Voter Guide: Register, Request Absentee Ballots, Find Polls
Government

Decatur County Voter Guide: Register, Request Absentee Ballots, Find Polls

Know how to register, request absentee ballots, and find your polling place in Decatur County. Taking these steps helps ensure your vote counts in local decisions.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County Schools holds in-service day to boost supports
Education

Decatur County Schools holds in-service day to boost supports

Decatur County Schools held a district-wide in-service day on January 5, 2026, bringing staff together for professional learning, data work, and free health screenings ahead of the second half of the 2025-26 school year. The event combined classroom-focused training on behavioral supports with practical screenings and staff appreciation to address student needs and staff wellbeing across the county.

Lisa Park2m read
Decatur County Publishes River Recreation Guide to Boost Tourism
Community

Decatur County Publishes River Recreation Guide to Boost Tourism

Decatur County has compiled a county-maintained guide to outdoor recreation along the Tennessee River, consolidating marinas, campgrounds, historical sites and visitor services for residents and visitors. The resource aims to support local businesses, improve access for boaters and anglers, and highlight natural and heritage attractions that contribute to the county’s tourism economy.

Sarah Chen2m read
Decatur County highlights riverfront recreation, parks and historic sites
Community

Decatur County highlights riverfront recreation, parks and historic sites

Decatur County has compiled a comprehensive listing of riverfront parks, marinas, trails and historic sites for residents and visitors, detailing facilities, contact numbers and management responsibilities. The inventory clarifies recreational options and underscores policy questions about maintenance funding, river access and stewardship that matter for local quality of life and the county economy.

Marcus Williams2m read
Decatur County Senior Center Strengthens Services, Supports Local Seniors
Community

Decatur County Senior Center Strengthens Services, Supports Local Seniors

The Decatur County Senior Center in Parsons provides meals, activities, and support services to residents aged 60 and over, helping seniors stay active and independent. Its daily programs, home delivered meals, and referral services address nutrition, social isolation, transportation gaps, and caregiver needs, making the center a focal point for local aging policy and community well being.

Sarah Chen2m read