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Precautionary water boil notice remains in effect in Selmer

Tornado · Selmer

Precautionary water boil notice remains in effect in Selmer

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SELMER, Tenn. – A precautionary water boil notice remains in effect for many in Selmer while the city awaits the results of water testing. The Selmer Utility Division announced on Thursday, July 17, at 9:44 a.m. that water samples had been taken following a leak and they were awaiting results. On Wednesday, July 16, issued a Precautionary Water Boil Notice after water pressure was lost throughout the west side of the system. The Selmer Utility D…See the Story

McNairy County afterschool program to continue following recent funding pause

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McNairy County afterschool program to continue following recent funding pause

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. — McNairy County Schools has announced that federal funding has been released following a recent pause. See the full release from the director for McNairy County Schools, Greg Martin, below: McNairy County Parents: Today we received notification that the federal funds for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) have been released after being paused on June 30th. These federal funds allow the continuation of…Read Article

Community enjoys day of fun during Selmer Freedom Fest

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SELMER, Tenn. — One Independence Day festival brought the community out for a day filled with fun and excitement. We visited the Selmer Freedom Fest where residents are out celebrating Independence Day with live music, loads of food vendors and also a fireworks show. The day started with a parade beginning at the Selmer courthouse amd running all the way to the city park, where there were bounce houses and plenty of fun activities for the kids. …Independence Day · Selmer See the Story

Tornado cleanup commences in Selmer as 3-month mark nears

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SELMER, Tenn. — Thursday will mark three months since an EF-3 twister hit Selmer in the early morning hours. Cleanup crews are working through the town, practically going door-to-door. The tornado struck the town shortly after midnight on April 3. It was given a rating of EF-3 with a maximum wind speed of 160 mph. It was roughly one-third of a mile wide and on the ground for just over 29 miles across McNairy and Hardin County. It injured 14 and …Tornado · Selmer Read Article

Several arrested following undercover drug operation

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MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. — An ongoing undercover joint operation targeting illicit drug sales throughout McNairy County has resulted in more than 20 indictments. SEE ALSO: Full Press Release from TBI (including names and charges) Most individuals are recurring offenders with very few first time offenders caught during the operation. “Operation Ice Storm” began in September of 2023, with special agents of the Drug Investigation Division of the Tenne…McNairy County · McNairy County See the Story

Local rodeo gives back to those in need

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SELMER, Tenn.—McNairy Co. residents enjoy some rodeo action and lend support to those in need. The Tornado Relief Rodeo happened Sunday beginning at 2 in Selmer. The event, sponsored by First Choice Farm and Lawn along with Rockin’ K Rodeo Productions, took place at the McNairy County Ag Center located at 851 High School Road. There was more than just rodeo action, the event had vendors, music, great food and even games to play. Guests could enj…Selmer · Selmer Read Article

Who was legendary lawman Buford Pusser?

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ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — McNairy County, Tennessee sits along the state line with Mississippi. It's a small county of about 25,000 people but in these parts, one man looms larger than the rest.Buford Pusser served as top officer here from 1964 to 1970. But he wasn't just any sheriff, he was a lawman of legends. Neighborhood News: Stories impacting your community | Read More (Original Caption) Selmer, Tenn.: His face marked by the scars w…Adamsville · Adamsville Read Article

McNairy County Mayor Voices Concern Over FEMA’s Delayed Response After Severe Weather – Knowhere News

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The mayor of McNairy County has expressed his disappointment with FEMA’s slow response after recent severe weather damaged the area. The community has been waiting for help, but so far, the federal agency has not acted quickly enough, according to the mayor. After storms hit the county, many homes and businesses suffered damage. People expected FEMA to step in fast to assist, but the mayor says the response has been frustratingly slow. He spoke …McNairy County · McNairy County Read Article

Annual Sheriff Buford Pusser Festival kicks off in Adamsville

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ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. — The annual Sheriff Buford Pusser Festival in Adamsville kicks off in McNairy county Friday. The event is being held at Adamsville City Park. Free entertainment is provided by Bojack and Joecephus, and a performance by Steve Warren. The week long festival consists of a carnival, a bus tour, various vendors and a praise and worship night. The man behind the festival’s name, former McNairy County Sheriff Buford Pusser, was the s…Adamsville · Adamsville See the Story

McNairy County nonprofit works to rebuild in the wake of April's deadly tornado

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SELMER, Tenn. — As one McNairy County community is sifting though what’s left, a lifeline to many local residents is attempting to get back on its feet to help storm victims return to a sense of normalcy. SEE ALSO: At least 1 tornado tears through Selmer, several structures destroyed Jesus Cares is a nonprofit organization that provides coordinated benevolent assistance and hope to those in crisis. The nonprofit has two thrift stores, one in Ada…Tornado · McNairy County See the Story

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