|
Benton County man murdered By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer A
suspect is in custody at the Marshall County jail, charged with murder
in the death of a Benton County resident, said sheriff Kenny Dickerson. The
victim’s body was found by passersby and reported to authorities around
8:27 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 2. The body of Oscar Lee Nunnally, of Hoover
Road in Benton County west of Ashland, was identified by relatives
Monday. Full Story
Accidents hit in hour span By BARRY BURLESON
Editor  | Photo by Barry Burleson
Blocking 78
Rescue personnel work the scene of a one-vehicle accident in the eastbound lanes of Highway 78. |
Rescue workers responded to three automobile accidents in less than an hour Friday afternoon. The
first happened in the east-bound lanes of Highway 78, just over a mile
west of the Holly Springs exit. It blocked traffic for an extended
period of time – with cars and trucks lined up for several miles. Full Story
Alleged panty thief nabbed By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer Marshall
County investigators assisted with the arrest of a man living in the
Laws Hill community who has allegedly gained fame as the “panty pirate.” Full Story
Bikers/blues combo
• Season ends with huge turnout By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer A crowd estimated at 1,000 or more turned out for the final blues night of the season. It
was the largest night in attendance for the summer season that began in
July. About 40 bikers also rode in for the blowout. Full Story
Board rescinds firearms ordinance By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer In
a 4-1 vote Monday, the Marshall County Board of Supervisors rescinded
an order passed last month to prohibit discharge of firearms in
subdivisions. Full Story
Police make arrests in rash of burglaries Holly
Springs police officers made some felony arrests last week and
investigated reports of burglary, assault, attempted suicide and
disturbances, according to chief Robert Pearson. Full Story
Alliance honors Stallworth Alliance HealthCare
System recently celebrated the service and dedication of Greg
Stallworth, M.D. and emergency room director for the hospital. Full Story
Last of 16 defendants enter pleas in voter fraud case The
last of 16 defendants in the Benton County voter fraud case have pled
guilty to voter fraud, said Attorney General Jim Hood last week. Full Story
Byhalia outlaws hallucinogen By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer Byhalia
has passed an ordinance making it a misdemeanor to possess, use, buy or
sell, or display for sale or attempt to give or sale the herb Salvia
divinorum or any of its derivatives. Full Story
Byhalia police go to 48 calls The Byhalia Police Department responded to 48 calls last week. Chief
Gary Looney released the following report – alarm calls, 9; burglaries,
1; disturbances, 2; domestic, 1; thefts, 1; escorts, 6; animal-related
calls, 2; juveniles, 1; assists, 4; medical assistance, 6; fires, 4;
miscellaneous, 11. Byhalia police officers also made five arrests.
White Oak Festival Saturday The 29th annual White Oak Festival will be held this Saturday, Oct. 9, in downtown Byhalia. Entertainment
will feature the Memphis Road Dawgs and more. There will be arts and
crafts booths, food vendors and lots of fun activities. For more information, contact Janice Wagg with the Byhalia Sports Association, 901-246-8843.
|
