Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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An estimated 1200-1400 people could have been spotted at Memorial Park on Saturday, all excited and playing games awaiting their turn to hunt eggs at Hope Hohenwald’s annual Eggstravaganza. There they had multiple game stations set up from frisbee throwing to tossing toilet paper! Linda Malone also brought her Inflata-World inflatables giving kids bouncy houses, slides and obstacle courses. Lewis County’s Fraternal Order of Police, the Alan Ragsdale Lodge, also pitched in to cook hotdogs and...
Lewis County High School students Jeremiah Sparks and Addie Osborne competed at the State HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) competition, and are pictured along with advisors Kelly Hinson and Chasity Owen. Jeremiah Sparks competed in phlebotomy and Addie Osborne competed in healthy living. Both students advanced and will compete in the nationals in Houston, Texas June 26-29....
The 3rd annual appreciation lunch in honor of Vietnam War Veterans Day was held Friday, March 29 at the Elks Lodge (416 Swiss Colony Road). Local Vietnam, Korean, World War 2 veterans, widows and spouses were invited to attend. City Mayor Danny McKnight and Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner signed a proclamation for Vietnam War Veterans Day recognizing those who served in Vietnam. The event was hosted by Lewis County Veterans Services Officer Randy Duncan, and sponsored by Lewis County...
Maury Regional Health athletic trainers will host a coaches clinic for all sports coaches in the area to learn more about preparing athletes for their season. The clinic will be held April 13 at 9 a.m. at the Maury Regional Annex, which is across the street from Maury Regional Medical Center at 1223 Trotwood Ave. in Columbia. It is meant for coaches of any age group (youth, middle school, high school, college or volunteer) or for anyone else who wants to learn about coaching, leadership, athlete safety and more. A group of speakers are slated...
The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee invites you to join us this Earth Day for our second annual community-wide “Trashercise” cleanup event on Saturday, April 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Elephant Discovery Center, 27 East Main Street, Hohenwald. Meet at the ‘Re-tired Elephant’ statue in the back of The Discovery Center’s Outdoor Classroom, across from the city parking lot. Bags and supplies will be provided for volunteers, and any collected trash/recycling can be dropped back at The Discovery Center for disposal. Additionally, Oliver Te...
February 7, 1944 - March 30, 2024 Douglas Raymond Barber, Sr. passed peacefully on March 30, 2024, in Columbia. He was born on February 7, 1944, in Hohenwald, to the late Oscar and Carolyn Barber. A proud Navy veteran, Doug served his country with honor. After his military career, he began working at the hardware store, where he became a familiar and trusted face to our community. Doug was an avid Tennessee Volunteers fan. His love for NASCAR was matched only by his fondness for a pair of comfor...
Marian M. Dugger passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024, in Hohenwald, at the age of 86 with her beloved family by her side. She was born on October 3, 1937, in Mt. Pleasant to the late Neal S. Massey and Virginia High Massey. On May 1, 1955, she married the love of her life, Charlie J. Dugger. For 27 years, Marian dedicated her professional life to managing payroll at DANA, where she was not only a valued employee but also a friend to many. She was a longtime, faithful member of Flatrock...
January 8, 1948 ~ March 12, 2024 Mrs. Dannie Webb Qualls Boyd, 76, of Linden, passed away Tuesday March 12, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. She was born in Hohenwald to the late Waco Melvin Qualls and Ina Webb Duncan Qualls. She graduated from Perry County High School as a member of the Class of 1966. Dannie had been married to Bill Boyd for 25 years. Although she worked for a short time as a secretary and in the garment factor, Dannie spent most of her career as co-owner with her...
James Sloan Franklin passed away at the age of 94 on Monday, March 18, 2024, in Murfreesboro. He was born on September 9, 1929, in Limestone County, Alabama, to the late George Alfa Franklin and Myrtle Ethel Turner Franklin. A decorated veteran, he retired as a Chief Master Sergeant after 24 years of dedicated service in the US Air Force, leaving a legacy of honor and commitment. In addition to his parents, George and Myrtle, he is preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Bessie Lenore Brackee...
August 15, 1955 ~ March 24, 2024 Clara Ruth Cole Hooper was born August 15, 1955 in Hohenwald, to the late Hardin Cole and Nell Franks Cole Pope. Mrs. Hooper was united in marriage to Ricky Hooper on January 30, 1976. Mr. Hooper preceded her in death on November 2, 2005. She was of the Church of God faith and will be remembered as loving to attend Church. She worked for 30 years at Maury Ohio in Lawrenceburg, and the Wayne County Boot Camp for several years. Mrs. Hooper loved spending time with...
Soleil' Danielle Duncan, a spirited and kind soul, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024, in Columbia, at the age of 37. She was born on February 6, 1987, to Anna Fockler and the late David Allan Foster in Russellville, Alabama. A graduate of Columbia Central High School in 2007, Soleil''s passion for the written word was evident in her love for writing short stories and poems. Her scrapbooking projects were a tapestry of her own writing and ideas, showcasing her crafty nature. Soleil''s crea...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Evans Bryant a beloved husband, father, and grandfather on March 2, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born on August 7, 1940, in Wrigley, to Verna Dee and Lawrence Bryant. James graduated from Lewis County High School in 1959. After high school, James proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1962 to 1974 when he was honorably discharged. Throughout his life, James exemplified the values of honor and loyalty. The lessons learned...
Stanley Earl Muse, age 85, of Hohenwald, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He was a native of Washington, North Carolina, and a retired heavy equipment operator. He also enjoyed woodworking and loved his animals. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph T. and Helen Elizabeth Aligood Muse; his wife, Reba Jean Daniels Muse; one daughter, Deborah Maxwell; and five siblings. He is survived by one grandson, John Maxwell (April) of...
Brian Dean Kelly, born May 17, 1957, passed away on March 30, 2024 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Southaven, Mississippi. He was a retired truck driver, and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. Visitation will be at Berea Baptist Church in Dundee, Mississippi on Friday, April 5, 2024 at 12 p.m. with funeral to follow, with arrangements coordinated by Memorial Funeral Home of Tunica, Mississippi. A memorial in Hohenwald is to be announced at a later date. Brian was a loving...
Gene Thomas Peevyhouse, 94, passed away on February 16, 2024. He was born in Hohenwald, September 29, 1929. He was proceeded in death by his parents Mrs. Odell Roxie and Mr. Granville Peevyhouse; his first wife Elizabeth J. Peevyhouse, two sisters, Thelma Virginia Haley and Marlene Peevyhouse; his daughter Debbie G. Peevyhouse, Vicky L. Mapes; Two sons Terry G. Peevyhouse, Sammy L. Peevyhouse; two granddaughters, Gwen Peevyhouse, Samantha Peevyhouse; one great-grandson Lien Peevyhouse; two step-grandsons, Jimmy J. Higgins, Patrick R. Carroll....
Death penalty could be option for convicted child rapists The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced legislation to increase the penalty for child rapists in Tennessee. Senate Bill 1834, would expand the death penalty to defendants convicted of rape of a child. The legislation will strengthen existing state law by increasing the penalty for rape or aggravated rape of a child to death, life in prison without the possibility of parole, or life in prison. Current law classifies the offense as a Class...
The 2024 Mule Day Parade in Columbia will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 6th, and run its normal route. The parade starts at the intersection of Carmack Blvd. & South Main Street and travels north until it reaches West 7th Street. At West 7th Street, the parade turns left onto West 7th Street and travels westbound until it ends at Academy Lane. The parade staging area runs southbound from Garden Street at West 8th Street to Carmack Blvd at Polk Street and will close at 9:00 am (on 04/06/24) and remain closed until after the parade. The...
Springtime Through Monet’s Eyes As the year progresses past the shorter days folding into longer ones, the Tennessee countryside begins its gradual shift towards spring, blooming with early flashes of color. Artist Claude Monet, a name that resonates deeply with the vibrancy of spring, emerges as a fitting emblem for this seasonal transformation. Monet (1840-1926) stands at the forefront of French Impressionism, distinguished for capturing nature’s beautiful moments with a brush dipped in the luminous palette of spring. Throughout his long car...
4-H Health Rocks! Lewis County 4-H focuses on building self-esteem through positive hands-on activities for youth Submitted by Whitney Dixon On March 28, Lewis County 4-H along with the staff at LCMS held a Health Rocks! Celebration event for 7th and 8th-grade students. The event was attended by local law enforcement, members of the TBI, THP, Mayor and Dollie McKnight, Patsy and Adam Nutt along with drop-in volunteers throughout the day. The students were rewarded with a fun day of playing...
Friends of the Lewis County Library is excited to announce the winners of the first annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, held on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Winners of the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk were: Aubrey Pfaff, 1st place 0-12 year olds; Riley Jones, 2nd place 0-12 year olds; Jacob Brandon, 1st place 12+ year olds; Kristin Siever, 2nd place 12+ year olds. Winners of the 5K Run were: Sam Fellers, 1st place 0-16 year old male; Drew Fellers, 2nd place 0-16 year old male; Shay Simpson,...
Well it is a beautiful morning here in our little valley. It was cool here but we did not have any frost, there for a few mornings we did have a little frost on the roofs. We can still have some very cool mornings and a little frost, but after April 15th it should be warm until Fall. The cats were up and waiting for their breakfast. When it is really cold or storming they do not want to get up early. But today the sun is shining and the birds are singing, so the cats were up and ready for their day. When I went out to feed the cats, I heard som...
Hohenwald Estates, the new apartment complex behind Hardees, now has a phone number posted that people can call for more information about renting one of their units. The 56-unit housing facility will include: 6 one-bed/one-bath units that cost around $550/month...30 two-bed/two-bath units that cost around $650/month...and 20 three-bed/two bath units that cost around $750/month. For more information about leasing one of these units, please call (931) 329-3201....
The weather is slowly moving to summer temperatures, with them being in the seventies for several days. We have had some rain, and it seems to have brought the dogwood and red bud trees into full bloom. The woods along the roads are very pretty and so many colors as the blue bells and the smaller violets are blooming along the creek banks. The farmers are beginning to get their garden plots ready for planting and I am sure that some have already planted some things. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the...
