Pickett County
Coverage of Pickett County in the Nexus archive.
- Putnam County Rescue Squad helps rescue flood victims in Pickett County
Putnam County Rescue Squad assisted in rescuing seven people and three dogs from floodwaters in Moodyville, Pickett County, after heavy rains stranded residents. The joint operation highlighted regional cooperation among first responders, with no serious injuries reported.
- 7 people, 3 dogs rescued from Pickett County floods
Seven people and three dogs were rescued from rising floodwaters in Pickett County's Moodyville community due to a swiftwater rescue operation.
- Manhunt targets ‘armed and dangerous’ murder suspect now on state’s most wanted list
Jesse Phillips, a 38-year-old murder suspect, is being sought after allegedly shooting Christopher Yates in Tennessee and fleeing in a black pickup truck. Authorities warn Phillips is armed and dangerous, and his vehicle was found in Kentucky. A reward is offered for information leading to his capture.