Week of October 10, 2024
Junior Pro Minors Notch First Win Submitted by: Ron Slay On Saturday, the Lewis County Junior Pro Panthers hosted the Lewisburg Patriots for Homecoming. The celebrations began with a dance for the players and cheerleaders on Friday night, followed by a pre-game ceremony on Saturday. The Homecoming King and Queen for the Pee-Wee division were Steele Carroll and Kyleigh Beard, while Ryatt Collins and Hannah Clemens were crowned for the Minors division. In the Majors division, Ayden Stanger and...
The Lady Panthers ended their 2024 regular season at home with a district match against Summertown's Lady Eagles. In JV action, the Lady Panthers fell in two sets to give the match to Summertown. Between matches, the coaching staff and players honored their lone senior on the squad, Madison Crowell. Madison is the daughter of Dwight and Jennifer Crowell. After graduation in May she would like to attend Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson majoring in Business. Madison has played several...
The Lewis County High School Football Panthers traveled to Harpeth Friday, October 4, to take on Region rival the Harpeth Indians. The Panthers brought home a decisive 53-27 win. Lewis County got on the board early as Drew Ray pulled in a 19 yard pass from Brycen McDonald for the first score with Bentley Kelsey adding the 2 point conversion for an 8-0 lead at the 9 minute mark in the first quarter. Just 3 minutes later, Kelsey hauled in a 53 yard pass from McDonald for a TD plus the 2 point conversion pushing the Panther lead to 14-0. The...
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The FCA held their Fields of Faith on Sunday, September 22, 2024. They took time to pray over the athletes of fall sports, students read scripture, shared testimonies, and performed skits. "So many students stepped outside their comfort zone," said Julie Whitehead, "and I am so proud of them! Lewis County has so many students who are making a difference for Christ!" FCA Area Director Ben Gooch was equally as proud of the event. "Lewis County Fields of Faith was a blast! We had a girl give her...
Summertown Metals, a leading provider of quality metal building solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Al Bell as its new Operations Manager. With an extensive background in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, Al brings a wealth of experience in strategic decision-making, financial accountability, and operational excellence to the Summertown Metals family. Al Bell is a hands-on, data-driven leader known for his expertise in...
Recently, East Tennessee was devastated by severe floods caused by Hurricane Helene. The damage is horrific. Over 600 homes are damaged and at least 120 homes are completely destroyed. On top of that, many others are left without power and water. On October 2, the federal government approved a major disaster declaration for Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington, which will make federal funding available for those hard hit counties. Tennessee’s first...
Friday October, 11th 1 p.m. ~ Opening Ceremonies * Introduction of the Burgermeister * Presentation: Heritage & History Award 2 p.m. ~ Barry Bigbee 3 p.m.~ Storm McKenzie Band 4 p.m. ~ General Assembly Praise & Worship Band, Legacy 5:30 p.m. ~ Sugar Ridge Bluegrass Band 7 p.m. ~ Grant Pavy Group Saturday October, 12th 11 a.m. ~ Trace Lawrence 11:45 a.m. ~ Journey Home (Debbie Davis) 12 p.m ~ Catchfire 1:30 p.m. ~ Lewis County Twirlers 2 p.m. ~ Overdrive 4 p.m. ~ Kenny Durham & Crossbridges 6 p.m. ~ Boomerang Food Vendors: Ooh La La New...
Meriwether Lewis President and CEO Keith Carnahan shared MLEC's new brand with members during the Humphreys County district meeting and 85th annual meeting on October 3 at Waverly Central High School. Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative and MLConnect are now a unified brand as "Meriwether Lewis" that provides two services: electricity and broadband. The five bends of the "ML" logo represent the five counties we serve with a design that illustrates the rolling hills, winding streams and curvy...
As a problem solver at heart, fixing issues is always on Lawrence Kenzie's mind. So, while on a trip with his barrel racing daughter in Georgia, he was inspired by the room where they were staying. "When we got back, my wife and I drew up this program. Soon after, the State contacted us, because we had come up with a program they had been working on, and we've been building since." Since April of 2023, Mr. and Mrs. Kenzie have been busy "working on the housing issue here in the county," Mr....
Betty King was honored with a retirement ceremony at the Lewis County Sheriff's Deparrtment on September 24. Mrs. King began her career at the Sheriff Department in 1996 where she is the warrants clerk. Mrs. King is looking forward to staying home with her husband and her...
October is National Cooperative Month, and as a part of the nationwide observance, Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative will celebrate its members and the communities it serves by hosting an event in each county. The MLEC Humphreys County District Meeting and 85th Annual Meeting are October 3 at Waverly Central High School. Registration for the meeting and door prizes begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will be called to order at 7:00 p.m. For Hickman, Houston, Lewis and Perry counties, MLEC will host Member Appreciation Days. Attendees can...
Where should all the ghouls and goblins go for a good scare this Halloween season? Pumpkin patches? Trunk or Treats? Boo Bashes? Watch for a Spooky Schedule of local fun here next...
“Telling Our Stories.” That’s the 2024 theme of National Newspaper Week (October 6-12). Newspaper employees are being encouraged to share with the readers exactly why they chose the newspaper business as a profession. Most of the origin stories are heartwarming and noble, although a few are undeniably embarrassing. (“Um, I heard somewhere that the Tribune and the Intelligencer have a Joint Operating Agreement, and I thought I might be useful, you know, operating the joints, dude....
Likes-Going on walks. Playing with toys. He knows basic commands and is house trained. Chance is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, and he is ready for his fur-ever home with...
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed October 6-12 as Fire Prevention Week in Tennessee. During this week, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) will highlight the importance of working smoke alarms through fire safety messages and events. Unfortunately, most Americans don’t test their alarms to ensure they’re working properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) recent survey, while nearly all U.S. households (99...
October 07, 1954 The State Highway Department made a proposal to the City of Hohenwald, Lewis County Government, and Perry County Government to construct approximately 16 miles of Federal Aid highway from Park Avenue in Hohenwald to a point on Highway 100, 3 miles east of Linden. Approximately seven miles of the road would be in Lewis County and nine miles in Perry County. It would be necessary for Lewis and Perry Counties to pay for 1/3 of the cost of rights-of-ways for the proposed highway....
Well it is a beautiful Fall morning here in our little valley. It is still warm enough this morning to sit out on the front porch, but it will not be many more days until it will be too cold outside and then we will be sitting near the old wood heating stove. We are still enjoying watching a few hummingbirds at their feeders, somebody told me they normally leave around the last of August but this year they are still here in October. I guess the weather has changed over the last few years. The cats were here early this morning for their...
Did you know… “That dogs have an incredible sense of hearing? They hear at much higher frequencies than people. Science based research indicates their frequency ranges are much greater than humans. Dogs hear between 67-45,000 Hz and humans hear between 64-23,000 Hz. Dogs like humans hear best at 4,000Hz, and they can zero in on where the sound is coming from by moving their ears and comparing the time delay between them”! So, there is no need to holler at your best friend1”... “he may be listening to something else, and needs to...
The air this week turns crisp, October ushers in a season of vibrant colors and festive traditions. The fall season is a time for celebration, culminating in events like Oktoberfest, which bring communities together to enjoy life and the beauty of nature. Oktoberfest, traditionally held in Munich, Germany, is a world-renowned celebration of beer, food, and culture. This iconic festival, which runs from late September to the first weekend in October, attracts millions of visitors who indulge in hearty German cuisine, traditional music, and, of...
Definitely has been like a fall week, the leaves are really falling and could partly be because we have been so dry. The night temperatures have been in the upper fifties and low sixties. The animals seem to be getting ready for fall and birds are gathering in flocks to head south for the winter. Those I know which are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Kasey Baker, Colene Beasley, Linda Butler, Elizabeth Boggs, Cathey Carroll, Gertie Carroll, Pam James Carroll, Spencer Clark, Nita Cottrel, Robert and Pat...
Growing up in a community that that honors the life and legacy of Meriwether Lewis, it is easy to become so focused on him that we overlook the influence of his extended family in shaping his character. Recently, Jaimee and I had the pleasure of visiting Historic Kenmore, a stunning Georgian-style brick mansion, as part of the Lewis & Clark Trail Alliance's 56th annual gathering in Virginia. Kenmore was built by Fielding Lewis, a Fredericksburg merchant and the great-uncle of Meriwether Lewis....
"We had an incredible day with over 300 teachers and staff at Lewis County Schools for active intruder mitigation training, and they absolutely crushed it!" These are the encouraging (to parents) words of Defend Systems, the Middle Tennessee based life safety and security consulting firm made up of active and retired law enforcement experts, of Lewis County staff during a school wide training on Administrative Day, Friday, October 4, 2024. Present, were: teachers, administrators, substitutes,...
Nestled in the rolling hills of Ivy, Virginia is Locust Hill-the home and birthplace of Meriwether Lewis. A short stroll down a quiet country road brings you to the Locust Hill Cemetery, the final resting place for many members of the Lewis family. During the 56th annual gathering of the Lewis and Clark Trail Alliance, a special historical tour of the cemetery offered fascinating insights into the Lewis family. For me, exploring Locust Hill was one of the most memorable moments of the event....
The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 6:05 p.m. at the Lewis County Board of Education board meeting room located at 206 South Court Street, Hohenwald, Tn. All board members present were Board Chair Lindsey Himes, Vice Chair Paula Dyer, Matthew Adkins, Glenda Atkinson, Cassie Couch, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, Sallie Pollock, and Morgan Spicer. There was a workshop at 5:30 p.m. Jesse Clardy of Clardy Construction Advisors gave an update on the cost of the renovations at the Intermediate...
The Meriwether Lewis Chapter received a Chapter Award from the Lewis & Clark Trail Alliance (LCTA) during their 56th annual gathering held in Charlottesville, VA on September 25, 2024. This honor recognizes the chapter's exceptional efforts in Lewis and Clark educational programming. Crystal Nash, President of the Meriwether Lewis Chapter, along with chapter members Jaimee Troutt and Keith Vanstone, officially accepted the award at the awards banquet held on the final evening of the event. The Meriwether Lewis Chapter has established...
Experience the Lewis & Clark Trail with a New Travel App The Lewis & Clark Trail Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of a new mobile application designed to enhance your experience of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail. The Lewis & Clark Trail Experience app aims to assist you in planning an ideal vacation, trip, or weekend getaway. Key features of the app include: • Discover activities and attractions tailored to your interests • View upcoming events in your vicinity • Customize your trip by adding events and locations...
Tamre "Tammy" Carroll Brown, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, in Columbia, TN, at the age of 65. Born on May 23, 1959, in Taylor, Michigan, Tammy was a vibrant soul who brought laughter to all who knew her. Tammy was predeceased by her loving parents, William and Blanche Carroll, her devoted husband, Ricky D. Brown, her cherished daughter Cagney Brown, her brother Larry T. Carroll, and her dear mother-in-law Johnnie Brown. Her lineage traces back to her late grandparents, Taylor and...
Claude Randolph Mathis passed away on September 30, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born on August 14, 1940 in Lewis County to the late John Henry and Lenora Talley Mathis. Claude had a love for hunting and fishing that was only matched by his dedication to farming. His skills in repairing tractors, cars, and trucks were well-known, and his affection for '57 Chevys became a defining part of his life. Claude was rarely seen without grease on his hands, a symbol of his tireless work ethic and love...
Michael "Mike" Lee Easley, 69, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, in Hohenwald, Tennessee surrounded by his loving family. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, on June 10, 1955, to the late James Edward and Mary Josephine "Jo" Turner Easley, Mike grew into a man of wisdom and warmth, known to all for his faith first then the love of his family and church family, Mike dedicated 42 years of love and partnership to his wife, Darleene Anne Jones Easley. Together, they embraced a family that...
Daniel "Dan" Leroy Hammond, age 71, husband of Wanda Hammond, and a resident of Hohenwald, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at his residence. Born on February 10, 1953, in South Haven, Michigan, Dan was the son of the late Therald and Marilyn Cutler Hammond. He devoted his career to carpentry and construction, where his hard work and craftsmanship were evident. On October 7, 1988, he married Wanda, and together they built a life filled with love. An avid outdoorsman, Dan found joy in...
Thomas Edwin Lindsey Sr., born on November 28, 1955, in Greenville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2024, in Hohenwald, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and spirited generosity. Thomas, known affectionately as Tom by his friends and loved ones, grew up under the loving guidance of his parents, John and Doris Lindsey. His childhood in Greenville instilled in him a profound appreciation for his Southern roots, a value that he carried with him...
The Maury Regional Women's Center is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation for breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided biopsy. This reaccreditation, effective until 2028, recognizes the center's commitment to providing high-quality imaging and diagnostic services that meet or exceed national standards in radiology. "Receiving this accreditation from the American College of Radiology highlights the dedication and experience of our...
MONDAY 10-11 AM Bible Study. TUESDAY 10-11 AM Bingo 1 PM Line Dancing. TUESDAY 8th at 11:00 AM there will be a Mary Kay representative at the center. WEDNESDAY 9:30-10:30 AM Exercise Classes. THURSDAY 10-11 PM Bingo 1PM Line Dancing. FRIDAY, October 25th, Movie & Popcorn. SATURDAY, October 5th, Starting at 4:00 PM Music with Debbie Landers and Dan Walker. Soup/Chili Supper will be served at a small cost. Second Saturday starting at 5:30 potluck and karaoke by Cranford Durham Third Saturday starting at 5:30 potluck and music by Ron Howell We...
A large percentage of our food packaging contains toxic Food Contact Chemicals (FCCs), which are chemicals that come into contact with foods during manufacturing, packaging or transportation. Notable FCCs include BPA, BPS and BPF, all commonly found in soda and soup cans, plastic food linings, and DVDs, and plasticizers or phthalates, which are widely used to make plastic products more flexible and durable. At least 25 percent of FCCs, including BPAs and plasticizers, can be found in the human body due to exposure to food packaging, and can...
Health is your birthright, and it is always present. But you may not always feel as good as you might like. Why? There are two basic reasons. Either you are starving, or you are being poisoned, and most likely both. Starvation refers to not getting enough of the things your body needs to function properly. You may think this means being hungry, but here I am referring to getting the necessary nutrients.. You can also be starving for adequate sunlight, time in nature, bare feet on the ground, exercise, sleep, and love. Poisoning refers to the...
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lewis Health Center and Wayne Medical Center will offer walk-in Wednesday screening mammograms on select days in October to provide convenient access for women. No appointment is required. The walk-in mammograms at both Maury Regional Health facilities will take place at the following times: Lewis Health Center: Oct. 2 and 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 617 West Main Street in Hohenwald Wayne Medical Center: Oct. 9 and 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 103 J.V. Mangubat Drive in Waynesboro Approximately one in eight...
“It is the duty of your Grand Jurors to investigate any public offense which they know or have reason to believe has been committed and which is triable or indictable in this county. Any person having knowledge or proof that such an offense has been committed may apply to testify before the Grand Jury subject to the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotates, 40-12-104.” The foreperson of this county is presently: Benny Pace, 133 Trace Creek Road, Hohenwald, Tennessee. “The Grand Jury will meet on Monday, November 4, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. You...
Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated MAY 23, 2008, executed by MICHAEL W. OVERBEY AND SHIRLEY A. OVERBEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to FMLS, INC. Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 104, PAGE 335, for the benefit of REGIONS BANK, in the Register’s Office for LEWIS County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES AND/OR JESSICA D. BINKLEY, either of whom may act, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for LEWIS County, Tennessee, to secure the...
Red Hats of Hohenwald “The Glitzy adorable dames” The group meets on the second Monday of each month, at 10:00 a.m. at The Hohenwald Housing Authority, 107 Allison Avenue Friends of the Lewis County Public Library Friends of the Lewis County Public Library meets every 4th Monday of the month at the Welcome Center Depot on Main street at 4:30 p.m. We encourage you to join us i.n support our library and our community! Check us out at www.lewislibraryfriends.com RTC-RECOVERY THROUGH CHRIST RTC meets every Sunday at 6 p.m. at the Blondy...
