Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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The Tennessee Department of Health has changed their criteria and phase structure since last week's issue to "include three allocation phases, based upon risk," according to their website. The first priority age group within each phase has now gone from 65 and older to 75 and older due to the small supply of vaccines. The age-based criteria will move in ten-year brackets, meaning the next phase will be for those who are 65 and older, then 55 and older, and so on. There has been no exact...
Sharpen your pencils and warm up your thumbs, next week voting begins in the 2021 edition of the Best of the Best in Lewis County. Marking the 13th year for the annual contest, the readers of the Lewis County Herald will be selecting The Best in several categories. Put your best foot forward local business owners and earn bragging rights for the year! Santa may have come and gone, but your customers are making a list and checking it twice. Voting will begin January 14 and end February 24, 2021....
January Lewis County Receives Partial IRS Refund A tax attorney hired by Lewis County Government was successful in recovering a portion of funds Lewis County paid in penalties and interest to the Internal Revenue Service late last year, totaling $39,159.12. Edgefield residents question City over proposed expansion Homeowners in the Edgefield subdivision, constructed prior to City codes and zoning, have struggled with inadequate drainage, flooding and other issues for decades, with one house in...
A routine traffic stop in the City of Hohenwald led to two being arrested and charged with drugs. On December 30, 2020, City Policeman Kalum Halfacre observed a black Ford Ranger with dark window tint traveling down Roney Street onto Swan Avenue. When the vehicle was stopped, Patrolman Halfacre approached the vehicle to find William Harley Hickerson as the driver with Christopher Calvert as the passenger. He metered the window tint and found it to be illegal. Patrolman Halfacre then asked to see Hickerson’s driver’s license, insurance, and reg...
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day was founded in 2015 in order to honor and support those who vowed to serve and protect our community. On Monday, January 4, County Mayor Jonah Keltner signed a proclamation declaring January 9, 2021 to be "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" in Lewis County. The proclamation was designed to highlight the Lewis County Sheriff's Department, Hohenwald Police Department and the Lewis County Constables. "In moments of danger and desperation, the first people we turn to...
Barbara Hinson was awarded on behalf of the Tennessee Governors Volunteer Star Award Committee on Tuesday, December 29 for her years of service to our community. Hinson worked as an educator for 42 years before retiring from her role as Elementary School Principal at Lewis County Schools in 2008. Barbara has been instrumental in so many groups around Hohenwald, including being a charter member of the Pilot Club. In addition, Barbara continues to help with the Lewis County Historical Society,...
Jerry Lee Potts, age 70, a resident of Hohenwald, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 12 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home with David Grimes officiating. Burial followed in West Point Cumberland Cemetery. Jerry was born on March 17, 1950 and was the son of Vance Potts and the late Dorothy Barnes Potts. He served in the National Guard and married Vickie Wilson on July 27, 1996. He retired from...
Robert Peter Pac 78, of Summertown, passed away January 4, 2021 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville. He was born January 24, 1942 to the late Peter and Jewel (Link) Pac in New Britain, Connecticut. After high school graduation, he attended Pratt and Whitney, taking steps towards a long career as a machinist. He worked at the Saturn GM plant while also maintaining his business End of the Trail Taxidermy. Mr. Pac was a member of United Auto Worker (UAW) and North American Hunting Club. In...
Carl Edward Lomax, age 82 of Hohenwald, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2020, at AHC Lewis County. He was born to Jesse Paul Lomax and Lassie (Sharp) Lomax on September 1, 1938, in Lewis County. Carl married Letha Mathis and they resided in Hohenwald. He worked for the Tennessee Department of Transportation until his retirement. He is survived by his son, Claude (Michelle) Lomax of Hohenwald; two sisters, Wilma (L.C.) Bowen and Betty (Wiley) Carroll of Hohenwald; five grandchildren, Cody,...
Alice Faye (Churchwell) Hamm, age 75, formerly of Spring Creek in Perry County, passed away on December 29, 2020, at Jackson General Hospital. She was born in Parsons to the late Ruby Lee and Herman Churchwell. Mrs. Hamm was also preceded in death by her husband, Delton Ray Hamm. Survivors include her sons, Marty (Shaina) Hamm of Centerville and Shannon (Heather) Hamm of Jacksonville, Florida; grandchildren, Halley Zack, Wiley Hamm, Ruby Hamm, and Scarlett Hamm; brother, John Churchwell;...
Bobbie Ann Weathers, age 77 of Dearborn Heights, Michigan, passed away December 27, 2020. She was born February 8, 1943 to Robert Bee King and Flora Helen Cunningham King of Centerville. She leaves behind her husband, Danial Weathers; children, Kerry (Staci) Breece, Kindall Totty, Steve (Diana) Zarycki, Kelly (Rachell) Weathers, and Dawn Weathers; siblings, Larry King of Seagoville, Texas, Richard King of Hohenwald, Robert King of Centerville, and Teresa Carroll of Hohenwald, two grandchildren...
Dylan Anthony Brugmann, age 28, unexpectedly passed away at his Hohenwald home on December 27, 2020. Dylan was born on April 6, 1992 in Ravenna, Ohio to Dave Brugmann and Darlene Grinder Maloney. Dylan enjoyed spending time with his family, playing with his nieces and nephews and watching them play ball. He enjoyed being outdoors going on hikes or hunting and fishing. Dylan is survived by his parents, Dave (Kim) Brugmann and Darlene Grinder (Steve) Maloney; siblings, Jarrod (Jennifer) Maloney,...
Roy Jackson, 60, of Ooltewah, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020. He was a graduate of Lewis County High School, Tennessee Tech, and Tusculum University. Roy held a bachelor's degree and master's degree in Industrial Engineering and Business Management. He worked as an Industrial Engineer 30 plus years in automotive manufacturing. Roy played football in high school and college. He had many interests in sports, antique cars, fishing, hunting, and golf. Roy's favorite past-time was being...
Thomas "Tommy" Edward Shaw, age 75 of Hohenwald, passed from this life on January 2, 2021, at AHC Lewis County. He was born on January 3, 1945, to Meril Odis Shaw and Mary Evelyn (Pierce) Shaw. He married Gwen Shaw and they resided together in Hohenwald until her passing this past year. He was a tower controller at Turney Center until his retirement. He is survived by his son, Harvey Shaw of Hohenwald; his sisters, Sue Jackson of Tullahoma and Loreita Daniels of Mt. Pleasant; and five grandchildren. Along with his wife and parents, he was...
Mary Tom Dyer, age 91, passed away December 31, 2020. She was born in Hohenwald on June 20, 1929, to the late Audry and Delvene Cude Bates. Mrs. Dyer is survived by her daughter, Teresa (Ozey) Young of Tullahoma. A memorial service for Mrs. Dyer will be held at a later date. McDonald Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements....
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) will be accepting applications for cadet class 2021 from January 6 through February 2, 2021. The trooper cadet class starts June 27. Applicants who are currently employed in a full-time law enforcement position and Tennessee POST certified could qualify for a potential lateral class. Men and women interested in a career as a Tennessee state trooper must apply online, starting Wednesday, January 6, through 11:59 p.m. CST, Tuesday, February 2 at https://www.tn.gov/careers/apply-here.html. Individuals must be at...
On December 31, Jack McVickers said his goodbyes to an office filled with his coworkers, Hohenwald Police Department officers and Lewis County Sheriff's Department Deputies, all bidding him farewell with a lunch spread fit for a king. McVickers served 30 years as a police officer in Gulf Shores. He then moved to Lewis County with his wife and served as a dispatcher for seven years. "It didn't take long for us to love it here," said McVickers when asked about moving to Lewis C...
This recipe takes cast iron to the center of the table with a delicious, satisfying meal, all in one skillet. Cooks may also substitute vegan sausage for the chorizo, and the taste is still terrific. This recipe pairs well with a plate of warm corn tortillas, fresh avocado, and your favorite homemade salsa. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 poblano pepper 1/2 pound fresh chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage 4 cups frozen O'Brien potatoes, thawed 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/...
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture will be hosting the Tennessee Master Farm Manager series for farmers. Zoom based webinar sessions will be held on Thursday nights for eight weeks starting January 21, 2021 at 7 p.m. EST/6 p.m. CST. Registered participants will be emailed a zoom link and instructions the day before each session. Any agricultural producer, regardless of location, may register. As an additional benefit, Tennessee producers who have previously qualified for 50 percent Tennessee Agriculture Enhancement Program cost...
With Tennesseans spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) encourages households to take advantage of free radon test kits. Gov. Bill Lee has declared January as Radon Action Month statewide. “Knowing the level of radon in your home has always been important,” Dr. Kendra Abkowitz, director of the Office of Policy and Sustainable Practices at TDEC, said. “The test kits are free.” Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and it is the No....
By Evelyn “E.T.” Trevathan, Guest Writer Well, it is another cold winter morning as I sit here by a good warm fire with a cup of hot coffee, enjoying this beautiful morning. It is still early and very still and quiet here in our little valley. The cats are still curled up on their beds on the porch. Seems all is well, but not so outside our little comfort zone. Still trouble, heartache and sickness out there. We got a call from one of our neighbors last night. Her little dog had gotten out and was chansing a deer or something. She was fra...
Students from Lewis County recognized on the University of Tennessee Knoxville fall 2020 Dean’s List were: Jackson T. Jalomo and Samantha K. Zimmermann, Summa Cum Laude, Matthew C. Caruso and Dylan K. Lomax, Cum Laude. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must complete at least twelve credit hours, not counting work taken on a satisfactory/no-credit basis. To qualify for the Dean’s List, an undergraduate student must earn a term grade point average of 3.80 to 4.00 (summa cum laude), 3.65 to 3.79 (magna cum laude), or 3.50 to 3.64 (cum...
The outstanding academic achievements of undergraduate students at the University of Tennessee at Martin have been honored with publication of the Chancellor’s in-state and out-of state Honor Roll for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, College of Business and Global Affairs, College of Education, Health, and Behavioral Sciences, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. Students from Lewis County are: Highest Honors - Hope M. Kelley, Chloe G. Lay, Nathaniel L. Rochelle, Karley P. Seib...
The Tennessee Department of Education launched Best for All Central: Tennessee’s Hub for Learning and Teaching, a new online tool designed to provide school leaders, educators, and families an extensive collection of high-quality, optional resources to support teaching and learning, as well as features for locating specific resources quickly and easily. Best for All Central will serve as Tennessee's online hub for best-in-class instructional and professional development materials for the coming academic year and beyond—all designed to be eas...
