🌱 Don’t toss old meds—see where Dickson County will take them Saturday.

Good morning Dickson! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Don’t toss old meds—see where Dickson County will take them Saturday.
• Could your Dickson building safely shelter neighbors during the next big storm?
• Why beloved Lady Cougars coach Erin Webb is stepping away now

Also on today's calendar: Earth Day and Art Celebration and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 53 degrees.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 83, low: 59.
• Friday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

1. Two community health events being held in Dickson County in April (newschannel5.com) — Dickson County residents can safely drop off unused medications and access free health screenings at TriStar Horizon this Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Dickson County Health Fair partners with UT Extension, Drug Free Dickson Coalition, and the county Health Department to offer resources aimed at keeping local families healthier and safer.
   

2. Dickson County EMA looking for storm shelter partners (wsmv.com) — Dickson County EMA is asking local churches, businesses, and community centers to register as potential storm shelters to better protect residents during severe weather. Facilities with safe, window-free lower levels and basic essentials are especially needed, and organizers are using a short survey to map out suitable locations across Dickson County for coordination with state and federal partners.
   

3. DCHS' Erin Webb announces retirement from coaching (mainstreetmediatn.com) — Longtime Dickson County High School Lady Cougars basketball coach Erin Webb is stepping away from coaching after eight seasons to focus on her faith and family. She plans to spend more time supporting her children, including daughter Keely’s college basketball career, while teaching one more year at DCHS and cherishing connections with former players.
   

4. Betty Tomlinson Williams (dicksoncountysource.com) — Dickson is mourning the loss of 69-year-old Betty Tomlinson Williams, a lifelong resident who led the Dickson County Senior Center for 35 years. Friends and family can pay respects at Spann Funeral Home with visitation beginning Wednesday and services Thursday, as the community remembers her generosity, cooking, and deep commitment to local seniors and children.
   

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📸 Around Dickson

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dickson

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday April 23

• Five Rivers Fire & Ice Banquet
  Colton's Steak House & Grill, 2431 TN-46, Dickson
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Saturday April 25

• Earth Day and Art Celebration
  Montgomery Bell State Park , 1020 Jackson Hill Rd , Burns
  10:00 am

Monday April 27

• Community Day
  3525 Hwy 70 W , Dickson
  1:30 pm

Tuesday May 5

• BINGO & 2-4-1 two topping 055 pizzas
  One19 :Downtown Dickson Brewery , 119 N Main St , Dickson
  5:30 pm

Friday May 15

• Shriners Monster Truck Bash
  Dickson County Fairgrounds , 1053 TN-47 , Dickson
  7:30 pm
• Monster Truck Bash
  Dickson County Fairgrounds , 1053 TN-47 , Dickson
  7:30 pm

Tuesday May 19

• BINGO & 2-4-1 two topping 055 pizzas
  One19 :Downtown Dickson Brewery , 119 N Main St , Dickson
  5:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Sunday April 26

• Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
  The Lodge at Montgomery Bell , 1000 Hotel Ave , Burns
  2:00 pm

Tuesday April 28

• Creek Wood Red Hawks vs Sycamore War Eagles
  Creek Wood High School , 3499 TN-47 , Charlotte
  7:00 pm

Thursday April 30

• Creek Wood Red Hawks vs West Creek Coyotes
  Creek Wood High School , 3499 TN-47 , Charlotte
  6:30 pm
• West Creek Boys Varsity Soccer @ Creek Wood
  Creek Wood High School , 3499 TN-47 , Charlotte
  6:30 pm

Thursday May 7

• FREE Texas Holdem’ at Pig N’ Pub!!
  Pig N Pub , 4992 E Hwy 70 , White Bluff
  6:00 pm

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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