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City's high dive gets sunk

A splash of change has taken place at Gilley Pool, which could interfere with divers making a big one and parents who want to drop off their children for the day. Read More
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Longtime Standard writer Howard loses cancer battle

As the Relay for Life event approaches, friends across this community and former co-workers at the Southern Standard have had the need to conquer cancer brought home in a personal and relevant manner. Janice McGiboney Howard, longtime society/ lifestyles editor at the Standard and a true activist, church and community leader and genuine Southern woman lost her valiant battle to the ravages of this insidious disease. Read More
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City discusses returning one streetlight

Tuesday’s discussion to return a street light to a 93-year old woman on Towles Avenue went dark when one alderman adjourned the meeting in the middle of a vote. Read More
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Worldwide attraction

For years, local residents have been curious about the Isha Foundation development atop Harrison Ferry Mountain. Read More
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Jones admits killing woman found at quarry

The convicted sex offender who killed local resident Connie Brown and then burned and dumped her remains in a quarry in neighboring Coffee County claims he acted in self-defense because she pulled a gun on him. Read More
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Bobby Ray students enjoy Doggie Day

It was Doggie Day at Bobby Ray Elementary on Wednesday. Pet therapy animals offered a wet welcome to students with special needs. Read More
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Marsha Newman retires after 40 years

Retiring West Elementary principal Marsha Newman is ready to sleep late, if sleeping until 7 a.m. can be called sleeping late. Read More
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New monitoring system to help keep tabs on inmates

Some Warren County Jail inmates may get a little more freedom than others once the sheriff’s department acquires a new monitoring system for inmates not required to be behind bars. Read More
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Circuit Court: Probation Violators

Sentences were handed down by Circuit Court Judge Bart Stanley against several who failed to make good on their second chances. Included in probation violators: Read More
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General Sessions: Trial Court

A 23-person docket was heard Tuesday afternoon in General Sessions Trial Court. Included in court action: Read More
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Two killed in head-on crash

Two women were killed Tuesday evening in a head-on collision on Shellsford Road. Read More
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May dubbed Stroke Awareness Month

May is Stroke Awareness Month and River Park Hospital is holding an event to educate the public about stroke awareness and to provide free screenings to help determine stroke risk for attendees. The event will take place in River Park Hospital’s cafeteria this Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. Read More
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General Sessions: Arraignment Court

A 29-person docket was heard Tuesday morning by Judge Bill Locke in General Sessions arraignment court. Included in the morning session: Read More
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WCHS grads to earn new honors

When class of 2014 members walk through the commencement line next year, they will be the first to graduate under a new honors system which rewards excellence in education. Read More
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River Park praised during National Hospital week

Officials at River Park gathered Monday morning to kick off National Hospital Week in grand fashion. Read More
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Walmart hunger grant gives $20K to Kids of Community

Kids of the Community has been awarded a $20,000 grant as part of Walmart’s Fighting Hunger Together Initiative. The funds will be used to establish a community garden and greenhouse to educate children on how to grow their own vegetables. Read More
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Romance novelist to appear at library

Romance novelist Dr. Lin Stepp will be visiting Magness Library this Saturday, May 18, for a book signing from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. She is the author of 12 books. Read More
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School Board still wants extra $1M from county

Amid concerns from the Warren County Commission over a request for $1 million in annual pay raises for all school employees, the School Board met in special session Monday night to reveal the school system simply does not have enough money in its budget to fund the raises. Read More
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Father triggers wreck by hitting son's pickup

Two people were injured Monday when a father struck his son’s vehicle from behind sending him flying into an intersection where he was struck by an oncoming car. Read More
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County votes to keep tax rate the same

If a measure approved by the county’s Budget and Finance Committee gains approval, the county will make it 11 straight years without a tax increase. Read More
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