Camden News Archives

They build mounds seemingly over night. And if disturbed they attack and in numbers inflict severe pain with their stingers.

The man who killed himself in front of the Benton County courthouse Sunday evening told police that he had financial problems and 'couldn't take it anymore.' Gary Smith, 50, had also told family and friends that he was going to commit suicide, Camden Chief of Police George Smith said Monday.

Authorities say a man who died in the Camden court square Sunday shot and killed himself.

Old Fearless, who is usually in a sour mood, was humming a tune when he entered the office.

Everyone is invited to the second annual Betty Pratt Memorial Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday from 5-9 p.m. A delicious dinner featuring homemade spaghetti, salad, drink and bread will be served at 5 p.m. in the cafeteria at the Hillsboro/Leiper's Fork Recreation Center, 5325 Old Highway 96.

City Mayor Allen Webb presents employee awards to Johnny Townsend, left, and Dennis Wheatley, , for 30 years of service to the city.

Camden scored four touchdowns in the first half, three coming in the second quarter, to lead district rival Stewart County 28-0 at the half.

When Linda Smith's husband criticized the quality of her cooking, she turned to the Tennessee State Fair's baking competition for help settling the matter.

Last week we brought you the story about the stabbing death of Charles Bell, Jr., 43, of Big Sandy.

TVA Retirees The New Johnsonville Chapter of the TVA Retirees will meet on Thursday, Sept.

Tina Gilbreth of 149 Glenwood, Bruceton, and Mike Hensley of Old Hwy. 69 South in Camden tied with only two misses each in the weekly football contest.

Carwash/Ribeye Sandwich Sale The Camden Quarterback Club will have a Carwash/Ribeye Sandwich Sale on Saturday, Sept.

In a week of apparent tough football picking Leslie French of 2100 Hwy. 77 in Paris out picked everyone to win the second week of The Camden Chronicle football contest.

The Benton County Commission approved a new general fund budget Monday night that will maintain the same property tax rate.