Myren Hurst - Section Editor Graphics by Myren “It Will End Like This” by Kyra Leigh is a psychological thriller book detailing the story of two sisters, Maddi and Charlotte, and their lives before, during and after their mother’s death. It is fluidly based on the true story of Lizzie Borden, a woman who was suspected of brutally murdering both her father and stepmother with an axe. At the beginning of the book it talks about how the mother was suspected of dying from hea

Izzie Odom - Reporter   When it comes to binging, most girls go straight for the heartbreaking, love-triangle and coming-of-age shows. The shows The Summer I Turned Pretty and My Life with the Walter Boys  both fit that description.      SPOILER ALERT AHEAD!!     The Summer I Turned Pretty  was released in June  2022 and consists of two seasons, averaging eight episodes per season. The main characters are Isabel (aka Belly) and the two brothers, Conrad (the oldest) and Jer

Sarah Martinez - Reporter Photos by Sarah Martinez     Today's children have grown up with phones in their hands. Brainrot resurfaces every year, from crazy frog to skibidi toilet. With screen times averaging 7.5 hours for children between the ages of 8-18, two questions arise. What are the implications of this? What are the lasting effects?     Parents often do not manage their children’s screen time and are left unaware of what their children access on the internet. In

Mickey Thach - Reporter Photos from Google     As of September 10, 2025, Dyersburg’s newest fast-food restaurant, Chipotle, has been...

Sarah Martinez - Reporter Photos by Sofia Roy    After a stressful day, there’s nothing quite like biting into a classic mac and cheese...

Izzie Odom - Reporter Photos from Pinterest Walking up to the Dyersburg tailgate in Starkville, I see maroon and orange crowding the...

Lainee Robey - Reporter Photos from Pinterest & Lainee Robey    With September concluding soon, that means that spooky season is about...

Olivia Davis - Reporter Photos from Pinterest    As autumn starts to appear, so do new trends. Lately, many have been craving just a...

Zayde Forrest - Reporter Graphic by Zayde Forrest Ever just need a little boost? Some motivation to get yourself up and going? A...

Zayde Forrest - Reporter    The cheesy, baked crackers that people around the world enjoy: Goldfish. I am here to introduce its...

Addi Lloyd - Online Editor Photos by Various Torch Staff Members The end of the year means Christmas shopping, bonuses, family...

Sam Jayroe - Reporter The 13th Realm is a haunted attraction in Atwood Tn, which is around 30 minutes outside of Jackson Tn. Though you...

Tornadoes are threatening Tennessee today, Thursday, March 25. DHS has canceled all extracurricular activities after 5 p.m.

Myths and misinformation surround the COVID-19 vaccine.

As COVID-19 continues without signs of slowing down in the near future, there are many people who have misconceptions regarding the virus.

Although teachers are trying their best to ensure that students are able to learn virtually, it is hard not to fall behind.

How can a young person influence politics? Does your voice matter?

Torch Staff, Editorial Parents are supposed to teach us how to drive, but maybe they are the ones that need a driving lesson.

Erin Bailey, Editor Sweet Jordan’s Coffee Company made a visit to Dyersburg on September 1.