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Local rodeo gives back to those in need

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Local rodeo gives back to those in need

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

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…Read Article

McNairy Co. presents its Tennessee Law Enforcement Memorial

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McNairy Co. presents its Tennessee Law Enforcement Memorial

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SELMER, Tenn.—Fallen officers and their families were honored in McNairy County at a special dedication ceremony. The Tennessee Law Enforcement Dedication took place Saturday at the Robert K. Lee Justice Center in Selmer. The event unveiled a memorial wall which includes the names of 796 fallen officers from the state of Tennessee. “Please stop by. I think you’ll be amazed at what we’ve done here and take the time to look up an officer on the wa…See the Story

Sheriff talks new law enforcement memorial in Selmer

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Sheriff talks new law enforcement memorial in Selmer

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SELMER, Tenn. — A special memorial is here to honor the lives of fallen officers. The Tennessee Law Enforcement Memorial is honoring over 700 officers. It’s a special recognition to all fallen law enforcement officers in the state of Tennessee. The wall is 4-and-a-half feet tall, 40 feet long and located at 300 Industrial Park Drive in Selmer at the Criminal Justice Complex. “We found out that, even though the state of Tennessee does have a memo…Read Article

New law enforcement memorial completed in Selmer

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. — A new memorial honoring fallen law enforcement officers is coming into focus. It’s a story we brought you last year as we attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the new law enforcement memorial in Selmer, which was completed Friday as the final stone to the memorial was put in place. McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck says while there is a law enforcement memorial on the bicentennial mall in Nashville, this memorial will be…Selmer · Selmer Read Article

Educator of the Week: Katie Moore

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

It’s time now to recognize our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Katie Moore is a Kindergarten teacher at Selmer Elementary School. “I’ve always loved children, so I love working with kids, and I wanted to do elementary education ’cause I just love the lightbulb moments that you get to see with the kids and them learning new things,” Moore said. Moore describes why working at Selmer Elementary is particular…Selmer · Selmer Read Article

Tennessee tornado cleanup faces a long road to completion – Democratic Accent

Extensive damage left Selmer, Tennessee stuck in time at the exact moment a strong EF-3 tornado ripped through the town over a month ago. The tornado’s 160 mile per hour winds were strong enough to shred well-built homes and businesses on April 3. The McNairy County Emergency Management Agency reported that 332 buildings were damaged by the tornado. Among them, 108 were completely destroyed. The Jesus Cares Thrift Store was a total loss, accor…Tornado · Selmer Read Article

ABB Electrification to spend $76 Million to expand in Selmer Tennessee creating 50 new jobs.

Selmer, Tennessee — According to state and local development sources, ABB Electrification plans to invest $76,000,000.00 to build out 300,000 square feet of new space in Selmer. The company is creating 50 new jobs at this facility. The company plans to occupy the new space at 400 S 4th St in Selmer, on or about December 1, 2026. According to the company website ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustain…Selmer · Selmer Read Article

Recovery efforts continue in Selmer, McNairy County

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SELMER, Tenn. — Recovery efforts in one local community are still ongoing after recent severe weather. Selmer is among the most severely impacted areas suffering from recent storm damage. When Senator Marsha Blackburn visited last week, she told us more than 1,000 storm victims are impacted out of the 25,000 residents in McNairy County. We spoke with Selmer Mayor Sherry Inman, who tells us they have worked to place residents in hotels in various…Selmer · Selmer Read Article

'After The Storm' music festival to benefit Selmer tornado victims

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SELMER, Tenn. — Save the date: an upcoming event aims to raise funds for local storm victims. The McNairy County Chamber of Commerce announced that a music festival is being organized to support those affected by a recent tornado. “After The Storm” will be held from 12-9 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 at Selmer City Park. Attendees can expect a variety of talented artists, including gospel, bluegrass, country, blues and classic rock music. The Chamb…Selmer · Selmer Read Article

Storm damage clean up continues in Northeast Texas

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

ATLANTA, Texas - Clean-up continues after last weekend's severe weather caused widespread damage across the Northeast Texas region.Selmer · Selmer See the Story

Tennessee residents sift through rubble after devastating tornado. 'My home is gone'

45% Center coverage: 9 sources

It was the second time in two years a tornado devastated a tight-knit community here in McNairy County.Tornado · Selmer See the Story

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