Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter recently announced the 50 recipients receiving funding through the Infrastructure Planning Grant (IPG) program. The City of Hohenwald received a grant for $85,000. The $10.7 million in funding is part of the Rural Economic Opportunity Act and will assist communities and utility districts across Tennessee with long-term planning for their water and sewer systems. "Ensuring all...
Michael Sowell, 39, of Hohenwald, was sentenced last week to 22 years in federal prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, announced United States Attorney Henry C. Leventis. In May 2023, Sowell pled guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute various drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine; distribution of methamphetamine; possession with intent to distribute heroin, cocaine, and crack cocaine; and possession of a firearm by a previously...
Kindergarten Registration will be Tuesday, April 16th and Wednesday, April 17th from 3:15-6:00 PM. Kindergarten registration packets are available to pick up in advance at LCES located at 305 South Oak Street. Current LCES Pre-K students’ parents will receive kindergarten registration packets from their child’s Pre-K teacher. Required documents are a copy of your child’s birth certificate, the Certificate of Immunization, and proof of a current physical. The student must be 5 years old by August 15th. Please return the completed forms (even...
A group of leaders from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD) visited Lewis County last month to tour some of the major attractions in our community. Among those in attendance were Brooxie Carlton, Assistant Commissioner of Community and Rural Development; Jody Sliger, ECD Community Development Director; Sarah Elizabeth McLeod, CDBG Grants Coordinator; and Dr. Bridget Jones, a professional consultant specializing in collaborative leadership strategies and regional...
Last month, Lewis County Commissioners voted to enter into a contract with Strategic Materials, Incorporated (SMI) in order to begin recycling bottled glass at the Transfer Station. SMI is the largest glass recycler in North America, and has nearly 50 locations across Canada, the United States and Mexico, including one in Ashland City, Tennessee. The county has been pursuing an affordable option to recycle glass at the Transfer Station for several years, including issuing bid requests, speaking...
Jeffrey Allan Webb, a man whose presence was as warm and inviting as his cherished Tennessee roots, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2024, at the age of 61, in Columbia. Born on November 20, 1962, in Hohenwald, Jeffrey's life was characterized by his loving nature and creative spirit, traits that endeared him to all who knew him. Jeffrey was the treasured son of Marie Smith and the late Ernest Webb Sr. He grew up in a household alongside his siblings, Ernest Webb Jr., the late Deborah Webb,...
Marvin Junior Emler, 64, of Summertown, passed away on March 6, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center. A funeral service to celebrate Marvin's life was held on Sunday, March 10th, at Heritage Funeral Home, with Alan Lancaster officiating. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Marvin was born on October 1, 1959, in Hickman County, Tennessee, to the late Olander Cohn Emler and the late Ruby Pauline Skipper Emler. He graduated high school and dedicated 16 years of...
Joyce Ann Brewer Hall, 64, a woman of laughter and love, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, in Columbia, and was born on May 29, 1959, in Franklin, Indiana. She was the cherished daughter of Marianna Brewer and the late James Virgil Brewer Jr. Joyce’s journey was one marked by the laughter of friends, the warmth of family, and the time spent with her husband, Jack Jeffery Hall. Her memory will carry on in her children Rhianna (Jacob) Garrett, Michael Jared Cothran, Melissa Bartell, and J...
May 29, 1935 ~ March 5, 2024 Edward Deavers, a cherished father, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, at the age of 88, in Lawrenceburg. Born on May 29, 1935, in Hohenwald, to the late Finis and Marie Deavers, he led a life marked by kindness, resilience, and a strong sense of duty. Edward’s legacy is carried on by his devoted son, Shane Deavers, who reflects his father’s integrity and spirit. Known for his warm heart and generous nature, Edward touched the lives of many, leaving behind a trail of fon...
July 24, 1939 ~ February 27, 2024 Ruth Marie Dallas Castle, aged 84, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2024, in Hohenwald. Born on July 24, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, Ruth was the cherished daughter of the late John and Adella Dallas. Her life was a testament to the power of love, kindness, and the enduring strength of family. Throughout her life, Ruth embraced the role of a homemaker, a title she held with great pride and dedication. Her home was always a welcoming haven for friends, family, and any who needed a comforting word or a...
A “Shadow of Houdini” Magic and Escape Show with escape artists extraordinaires Sher’ril and Samantha, will be held March 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Rockhouse Coffee and Event Center. Take a break from everyday life and experience a world of mystery and magic as Sher’ril and Samantha present a spellbinding show of magic and escapes that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Celebrating the 150th birthday of the world’s most famous magician, Harry Houdini, this unique experience is something you won’t want to miss. Seating begins at 6:00 p.m. All ti...
Bella is a young boxer mix. She was found with another dog in a cave and has been with High Forest Humane for the past few months. She is ready for her chance to get a family of her own. She is spayed and microchipped, and she is up to date on shots!...
Well it is a cool morning here in our little valley. The weather is trying to change and warm up, they have been forecasting rain with fog and sunshine with frost, but thankfully no more snow and ice until next Winter. The cats were here early for breakfast They do not like this high March wind, when things start blowing around they get spooked. They ate breakfast and then went and got back in their beds to take a catnap until the wind dies down. When I went out to feed the cats it looked like snow on the ground, all the high wind had blown a...
The weather has been very much like last week except we did not have thunderstorms but some rain and so much so that many of the ball teams have been having problems getting to practice. The woods and roadsides are really pretty with all the flowering trees and shrubs along the way and although the buttercups have stopped blooming the daffodils are getting pretty. There will be more beauty along the roads when the bluebells bloom, they are so pretty. The last couple of nights have been in the upper twenties and low thirties but is supposed to b...
Lewis County Elks Lodge #2883 will host a 5K Color Run for Autism and Special Friends on Saturday, April 6 at the Lodge, 416 Swiss Colony Road. Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. with the run starting at 11:00 a.m. An entry fee will be charged which will include a shirt, the run, hot dog, chips and drink. All proceeds go to the Lewis County Special Educaiton Department. For more info, call Kellie McGee at 931-306-1366 or email: [email protected]....
Students of Lewis County High School in Hohenwald, Tennessee signed with schools for their after High School careers....
By: Anita Wadhwani A state biologist claims he was confronted in his home by law enforcement officers with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency on the same day he sent his boss’s superiors evidence that the state was falsifying data on wildlife diseases. After his cell phone, laptops and other items were confiscated, the biologist said he was then subjected to hours of questioning by officers — among them the husband of his immediate supervisor. James Kelly, a wildlife biologist, led the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s deer manag...
You probably crave a break from my patented “sour grapes” routine, but we must face facts: spring break (a.k.a. Easter break, a.k.a. mid-term break, a.k.a. “unwind, rejuvenate, have fun, but don’t forget how oppressed you are, students”) is not the same for every family. When I was in elementary school, spring break meant making an extra day trip visit to my grandmother, tagging along to another antique shop with my mother or stocking up on books at the library. High school? My job at the conve...
March 11, 1954 The FFA, under supervision of A.O. Ramey, informed the newspaper that the Rabies Clinic in progress in Lewis County had come to a halt due to the fact that the serum had been exhausted and extensive telephoning over the state and south failed to turn up a supply. Willie Devore, Elva Griner, and Jeanette Shanes were each presented pins for having reached ten years of service at General Shoe. The following births were announced: Morris Allen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald King; and...
Have you tried eating more high enzyme foods? Local raw honey is a great example. Healthy people have included such foods in their diet for thousands of years. PRINCIPLE 8 OF GOOD NUTRITION: Use unrefined salt What is unrefined salt? It is salt that is about 80% sodium chloride, and still contains the many minerals that occur naturally and that you need for vibrant health. Typical white table salt has been processed to remove the minerals for more profitable purposes, and you are buying the waste product. It is 98% sodium chloride, with added i...
