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Round 1
Benton County just had one of the strangest “call the sheriff” moments you’ll hear this week.
A citizen was out at High Banks off Lake View Road trying to move what they thought was a pet’s grave before parking lot construction rolled in.
Around 6:15 p.m. on June 8, they dug up a box, opened it, and realized pretty quickly this was not Lassie's remains.
May she forever rest in peace
The Benton County Sheriff, chief deputies, and investigators came out, called in the DA’s office and TBI, and kept carefully excavating.
They eventually found what they believe are a small amount of human remains, possibly there for about four years.
But here’s the twist: deputies say there will be no criminal charges in this case—
They just want to figure out whose remains these are, get the box back to the right family, and give everybody some closure.
[picks up phone about to call, then realizing, points at camera] ooooohh…. you almost got me!
But seriously, if you quietly buried a loved one’s ashes out at High Banks a few years back, the sheriff’s office would really like to talk to you.
If you were in that situation, would you actually call the sheriff’s office or just never admit it was you?
Round 2
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office K9 Deebo just received a custom-fit bullet and stab protective vest, donated by the nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and sponsored by Lisa Gurski of Springfield, Illinois, in honor of “beloved K9 Roam – Brave Warrior Spirit.”
The vest is U.S.-made, NIJ-certified, and built specifically for four-legged officers who like to run toward the danger instead of away from it.
Vested Interest in K9s has been doing this since 2009 and has provided more than 6,500 vests across all 50 states, worth about $6.9 million, all funded by private and corporate donations.
The vests weigh around 4–5 pounds, and cost about $1,800 each.
There are roughly 30,000 law enforcement dogs in the U.S., which means there are still a lot of good boys and girls waiting for their turn in the armor line.
Who's a good boy!? You're a good boy yes you are [pets camera]
So next time Deebo shows up on a call, just remember: he’s wearing more protection than half the patrol cars and still working for tennis balls and praise.
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Rnd 3
In Manchester, Bonnaroo kicks off Wednesday night with campground parties and plaza sets, and Thursday through Sunday is the main event.
Be warned! If you’re anywhere near I‑24, especially Exit 111, expect traffic to stack up as festival‑goers roll in.
TDOT is keeping construction out of the way, and says festival traffic will be stacked up in the right lane and on the shoulder, un an attempt to keep the left lane clear for people just passing through…but there’s only so much you can do when 40‑plus thousand people are chasing the same wristband.
If you’re not heading to the Farm, this is your friendly reminder to give I‑24 some space Wednesday through the weekend—or at least pack snacks and patience
That was your daily Tennessee news roundup.
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