Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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Jacob and Christina Skelton are shown here holding the winning check from Tennessee National Raceway’s most recent Jump ‘N Run. TNR held a jump ‘n run Saturday night, June 10th, where Jacob Skelton picked up the win after rolling over his van in race one. He participated in the first round buy-back and raced his way to the big win of $2000. Kori Bates came in second, Jared Hester in third, Hudson Brown in fourth, and John Bolton in fifth....
Walker Wright, shown here with Anthony Grippi of A&E Automotive, was voted by the drivers of the Tennessee National Raceway June 10th Jump ‘N Run as “Best of Show.” He was presented $100 and a custom-crafted trophy sponsored by A&E Automotive and Hohenwald Nutrition. Wright raced three rounds on three wheels after breaking off the driver rear hub. A spare was unable to be accommodated, so he rant the race and made it to the top 10!...
Editor’s note: This column is the fifth in a series of topics slated to be deleted from the eighth-grade Tennessee social studies standards. Nathan Bedford Forrest is by far the most controversial figure in Tennessee history. That’s why a statue of him was removed from the hallway of the Tennessee State Capitol, and why his remains were recently moved. Why is he so controversial? Forrest was born in 1821 a log cabin in what is now Marshall County. He and his twin sister were the oldest of 12...
The following is the City of Hohenwald Police Report for May 26-June 8, 2023. This is a record of police action and is not intended to imply innocence or guilt of charges placed. Jose J. Magno, Whippoorwill Court South, Semmes, Alabama, was charged with assault on May 26. Jack D. Storey, Highway 166N Mt. Pleasant, was charged with simple possession/casual exchange on May 28. Austin C. Churchwell, North Walnut Street, was charged with domestic assault on May 30. Hunter A. Churchwell, North Walnut Street, charged with domestic assault on May 30....
Case number 2023-PR-28 in the matter of the estate of Johnny Jackson Starling, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on the 22nd day of May, 2023, Letters Testamentary in respect of the estate of Johnny Jackson Starling, who died on November 4, 2022 were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Lewis County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the clerk of the above-named court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in...
This interview is a little special to me because I had the opportunity to care for this precious young lady after her car accident when I was working at the nursing home here in Hohenwald. She is such an inspiration, and a very strong young lady. The love and support of her family and friends brought her through one of the toughest phases in her life. I was so thankful to be a small part of that, seeing her smile when I would walk in her room was one of the reasons I enjoyed my job when I was wo...
For the last decade, four-legged friends have helped make the days a bit brighter at Maury Regional Health (MRH). The pet therapy program at MRH was initiated in 2013 to help provide a little comfort to anyone who may need it — patients, visitors or hospital staff. The team has included 19 dogs and their handlers so far. “You can see the positive impact our pets make on everyone they come in contact with at the hospital,” said Cindy Short, volunteer services director at Maury Regional Medic...
Sondra delivered Parker in November 2016, 10 weeks early. Thanks to the excellent care MRMC’s team provided, he is a healthy and thriving 6-year-old. Following his birth, Parker’s parents, both educators, launched Parker’s Project, which donates books to the NICU to support other NICU parents and honor his caregivers. “As an educator, I understand the extreme importance of early childhood literacy,” Sondra said. “Reading books to children can help them in unspeakable ways for years to come, hence why we chose to donate books.” Since launchi...
Lewis County Schools has announced Becky Stewart as Lewis County Elementary/Intermediate School Assistant Principal. Stewart has lived in Lewis County for the past 28 years. She has two children, Trey and Laura Stewart, who have attended and graduated from the Lewis County school system. She began her career in education as a school volunteer for the elementary school in 2006. She graduated from Columbia State Community College with an associates of science degree in teaching in May 2009. Two...
Lewis County Schools has announced Renee Thompson as Principal at Lewis County Middle School. Mrs. Thompson has been employed at Lewis County Middle School for the past 30 years. While at the middle school, she has worked as a special education teacher in sixth, seven, and eighth grades and as sixth grade ELA teacher. Mrs. Thompson also helped coach softball, volleyball, and was cheerleading coach for a time. Mrs. Thompson enjoyed working with the Honors Club and sponsoring the talent show at...
Rhythm Roundup at Library The Lewis County Public Library and Archives echoed with the beats of young percussionists at the Rhythm Round-Up on June 8th. Kelly Medford, local music educator, led the concentric circle of beginning rhythm makers along to a variety of songs including “All Together Now” by the Beatles. Participants learned about drums, tambourines, boom whackers, and egg shakers. They played a little rock, a little jazz, and came “all together” to create a booming sound. The library...
WARREN COUNTY – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation into actions of a now-former investigator with the Warren County Sheriff’s Department has resulted in an indictment. In September 2022, at the request of 31st Judicial District Attorney General Chris Stanford, TBI agents began investigating then-drug investigator Steven Carpenter on complaints involving potential official misconduct. During the course of the investigation, agents developed inf...
Lewis County Government and the Hohenwald/Lewis County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a “Community Day” event at the Buffalo River Public Access Point at Grinders Creek. Many people came out to enjoy the beautiful Buffalo River, and were treated to free hotdogs, chips and drinks, courtesy of a grant from the Hohenwald Walmart. Attendees also received free t-shirts, hats and giftbags, which were funded by a TDOT Litter Grant. There were also dozens of door prizes given away, thanks to don...
