May is the time each year when we see hundreds of turtles on our roads. If you see a live one, please do something! Help them cross by moving them carefully off the road, but only in the same …

The 2025 legislative session of the Tennessee General Assembly concluded with the passage of numerous laws that will influence the daily lives of residents statewide. With legislation covering …

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) has named 158 high schools as FAFSA Champions for the 2024-25 academic year, recognizing their outstanding work in helping students complete the Free …

The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) is officially unveiling “Promise to Call,” a new effort to prevent suicide and save lives. The …

On Wednesday, May 14, a call came to the Benton County Sheriff Office for a welfare check on Bethel Church Road. Someone had observed a man on the property who appeared to be unresponsive. When the …

A very special afternoon ceremony was held at Camden Elementary School (CES) on Monday, May 19, as school officials dedicated the “Buddy Bench” as a lasting tribute to the memory of …

On Friday, May 23, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, along with the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) and partnering law enforcement agencies in Benton, Decatur, Henry, and Wayne counties, will be …

The Benton County Chamber of Commerce has completed its move to a new office at 258A W. Main St. and has since released the full lease agreement, addressing earlier concerns and reinforcing its …

On Thursday, May 15, drivers around the Camden Court Square witnessed a parade of box carriers and people pushing dollies of furniture from Benton County Mayor Mark Ward’s old office in the …

In continued business from its May 19 session, the Benton County Commission approved funding resolutions in support of community programs and discussed efforts to address roadside litter. …

In a moment steeped in both celebration and reflection, the Big Sandy High School Class of 2025 proudly served as Grand Marshal of the 48th Annual Spring Festival Parade. This class marks the final …

On Thursday, May 15, Hwy. 641 S was a treacherous drive for several hours as TDOT began a road resurface project with the first steps of leveling and applying chip and tar. The scrapping of the …

On Saturday, May 17, trucks from all the volunteer fire departments (VFDs) in Benton County, along with those from Camden City Fire Department, converged on the parking lot at Carhartt in Camden for …

With the weather improving, our airport continues to undergo much-needed pavement repairs. As you may remember, we did a major crack seal repair in May of last year, sealing over 56,000 linear feet …

The 2025 recipient of the Jimmy Allen Jr. Memorial Scholarship is Makayla Belyew, a Big Sandy senior who graduated May 16. Jimmy was a farmer and true supporter of 4-H and the values it teaches the …

Local businessman Josh “Pupp” Westfall has recently announced that he has written a true story detailing his struggles and the peace he has found through turkey hunting. His book is now …

BENTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Arrests from 5/13-5/19/25: Jeffery Dewayne Arnold , 38, 30 Summers Rd., Camden. Possession of unlawful drug paraphernalia. Kaleb Jackson Baker , …

On 5/14/25, the following defendants were charged court costs/ taxes, and received fines, sentences, probation, or court orders as indicated: Deborah J. Anderson , 58, of Big Sandy, pled guilty …

Recently, S&W Pallet Co. celebrated an employee who has worked for the Camden company for a full 50 years. The 50th work anniversary party was attended by management, co-workers, and the …

On Tuesday, May 6, TVA announced that Holladay School and Big Sandy School each were awarded a $10,000 learning environment grant through TVA’s School Uplift Program. Representatives from …