Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released its 2019 ‘Crime in Tennessee’ publication, which details the volume and nature of crime, as reported by the state’s law enforcement agencies. The report compiles data submitted to TBI’s Tennessee Incident-Based Reporting System (TIBRS). Among the report’s findings: The number of Group A offenses, generally considered the most serious criminal incidents, totaled 529,524 in 2019, a decrease of five percent from 2018. Reported incidents of murder, rape, and weapons law violations all decreased...
The University of Tennesse at Martin announced Lewis County students eligible for the Chancellor’s Honor Roll. They are Hayden S. Bass, Highest Honors Keston W. Bean, Honors; Alexis D. Brewer, Highest Honors; Landree S. Carroll, Highest Honors; David K. Churchwell, Highest Honors; Lauren K. Graves, Honors; Kevin A. Greene, Highest Honors; Olivia P. Hinson, Honors; Hope M. Kelley, Highest Honors; Bryanna M. McBreairty, Honors; Johnathan A. Murray, Highest Honor; Hunter J. Owen, Highest Honors; Ariana L. Potts, High Honors; Shannon S. Reid, Highe...
When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the state, Tennessee Broadband Association member companies provided the technology to help residents work from home, study online and stay connected with family. With a phased reopening underway, TNBA Executive Director Levoy Knowles said Tennessee telecommunications companies will continue to be a vital component helping Tennessee rebound. “As our state’s response to this crisis transitions from mitigation to economic recovery,” says Knowles, “our members stand ready to play a major role. These broadba...
The 21st District Attorney General, Kim Helper, has been elected by fellow members of the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference (TNDAGC) to serve on the organization's Executive Committee. In this new role, Gen. Helper will play a pivotal role in guiding the overall administration of justice in Tennessee. "I am humbled to be a part of a committee that plays such a vital role in forming policies that keep our communities safe," Gen. Helper said. "I look forward to working with the...
The South Central Human Resource Agency Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council meeting will be held via conference call at 10:45 a.m. on July 16, 2020. Callers are to use confefrence call number 605-472-5814 and then enter the member ID number 942-350-744 to access the meeting....
The City of Columbia unveiled the Fairview Park Historical Marker to the public on Friday, June 19, 2020 in conjunction with Juneteenth. The unveiling took place at 8:30 a.m. at Fairview Park. City leaders Mayor Chaz Molder, Vice Mayor Dr. Christa Martin, City Councilman Tony Greene, Parks and Recreation Director Mack Reagan and Maury County Historian Jo Ann McClellan spoke to the history, importance and impact of Fairview Park among this community. Maury County Mayor Andy Ogles also presented a Juneteenth proclamation. “Fairview Park is one o...
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed Executive Order No. 50 Monday, July 29 to extend the State of Emergency related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to August 29, 2020. The order allows the continued suspension of various laws and regulations and other measures in these orders to facilitate the treatment and containment of COVID-19. Gov. Lee also signed Executive Order Nos. 51 and 52, which extend provisions that allow for electronic government meetings subject to transparency safeguards and remote notarization and witnessing of documents,...
July 07, 1960 Billy Grimes was named Lewis County Chair of the Civil War Centennial Commission by County Judge A. B. Nicholson. Mayor W. C. Keaton named Mrs. Reece Bell as City Chair for this Commission. Dr. Robert Bain, from Wilson County, was now associated with Dr. W. C. Keeton at Boyce Clinic Hospital. Dr. Keeton stated that Dr. Bain would be associated with him until he left to go into the Armed Services. Winners in the Clean Up, Paint Up, Fix Up Campaign were announced. Winners of the firs...
Freed-Hardeman University/Dickson is expanding its Bachelor of Science Nursing program to include January admission. In addition to the August cohort, a maximum of 40 students will be able to begin their programs in January 2021. Taught by a faculty with more than 150 years of nursing experience, FHU/Dickson nursing graduates have achieved a 100 percent NCLEX pass rate since the program’s inception. Classes taught at the Renaissance Center feature state-of-the-art classrooms equipped with the latest in clinical simulation mannequins. The FHU p...
Independence Day As families across the state gather on this Independence Day to observe the founding of our nation’s freedom with family picnics, fireworks, and other special events, may we all remember those who have fought and are still fighting for our freedom. We have much to be proud of in Tennessee regarding our state’s rich heritage in fighting for the precious rights we all enjoy as Americans. As we look back to our nation’s first struggles in the American Revolution, even before Tenne...
The personal finance website WalletHub recently released its ranking of the “patriotism” of all 50 states. In an era of toppled statues, kneeling athletes, microaggressions, border wall controversies and globalist agendas, trying to define and quantify patriotism resembles voluntarily crisscrossing a minefield. We’ve settled for a society where the “melting pot” is less important than “TAXING pot”; but once upon a time, patriotism was easier to recognize. Good Americans knew that true patriots...
House Approves Right to Work Constitutional Amendment House legislators approved a resolution adding Tennessee’s Right to Work law to the state constitution during the final week. The resolution must pass by a two-thirds majority during the 2021 or 2022 legislative sessions in order to appear on the ballot for a statewide referendum in November 2022. The Right to Work constitutional amendment would also become part of the state constitution if adopted by a majority vote during the 2022 e...
State Senator Joey Hensley (R-Hohenwald) announced last week that the Joint Economic and Community Development Board of Lawrence County will be awarded a Site Development Grant for the Williams-Gobble Site for an amount of $87,300. The grant is administered by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) in order to grade and prepare a site for development. “Lawrence County is full of hard working people, and this grant will work well with their efforts to prepare for local economic development and industrial g...
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case number 2020-PR-30. Estate of Dolores Joann Bunch, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on June 22 of 2020, Letters of Administration in respect of the estate of Dolores Joann Bunch, who died April 27, 2020, 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 fi le the same with the clerk of the above-named court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2),...
Lewis County Board of Education will accept bids on an automatic fueling system for fueling school vehicles. Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. CST, July 9th, 2020, at which time and place bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Only original bids will be accepted; no facsimile bids or electronic bids will be considered. Bids should be addressed to the Lewis County Board of Education, 206 South Court Street, Hohenwald, TN 38462. All bids must be sealed and clearly marked with the following on the outside of the envelope “FUEL B...
NOW HIRING LPNS $500 sign on Bonus (after 3 months of Employment) TEAM MEMBERS WANTED "We are an Equal Opportunity Employer" LPNS needed. 36 hour work week for full time. This stable job has benefits of Insurance and more. Responsibilities are with 3 residents of a home. Rewarding and fulfilling nursing opportunity to work using judgement and good decision making on each shift. Must work without close on sight supervision and be able to make good nursing decisions. Oversight by Director of Nursing, monthly and as needed. Supervisor always...
Youth Service Officers You will provide daily care of residents in the facility. ★ Insurance available – Dental, Vision, and Health ★ ★ 401K • PTO Days • Quarterly Bonuses ★ ★ Employee of the Month Program ★ ★ Monthly prize drawing for staff ★ ★ Free meal provided while on duty ★ ★ Free uniforms provided ★ Apply in person at: 964 Andrew Jackson Drive Waynesboro, TN 38485 Or online at www.HollisAcademyTN.com Pay starting at $10/hour Paid on the job training *BONUS AFTER SIX MONTHS OF FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT* Applicant must be 19 years of age H Hav...
PUBLIC NOTICE Commissioner Vacancy – District 1 Constable Vacancy – District 8 Michael King has officially resigned from the Lewis County Board of Commissioners, effective June 22, 2020. Mr. King represented the 1 st District. Richard Mayberry has officially resigned as a Constable, effective June 24, 2020. Mr. Mayberry was a Constable in the 8 th District. Both of these vacancies will be filled by the voters of their respective districts during the November 2020 election. Individuals living in the 1 st District who want to seek the pos...
JOB OPENING FOR YOUTH SERVICE WORKERS AT M.T.J.D.C. Our mission is to provide quality residential treatment services that will better prepare our youth to achieve successful, independent lives. Make A Difference While Making a Paycheck. Call us today to discuss your future with M.T.J.T.C. Call 931-490-0030 1272 Lawson White Drive • Columbia, TN 38401...
LEWIS COUNTY SCHOOLS SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS ORIENTATION Lewis County Schools will be offering a substitute teacher orientation for the 2020-2021 school year. The orientation will be on July 16, 2020 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Lewis County Schools Board Room located at 206 South Court Street. This orientation is for current and new substitute teacher applicants. For new applicants, applications can be acquired at the Lewis County Schools Central Office or on the schools website www.lewisk12.org. New applicants are asked to bring a completed...
Calendar of Events COUNTY COMMISSION COMMITTEES MEET The following dates/times are for the upcoming Commission related meetings July are: Monday, July 13, 2020 Regular Committee Meetings (Solid Waste @ 5:00pm in the Courtroom... Budget @ 5:00pm in the Courtroom... Public Safety at 5:30pm in the Courtroom); Monday, July 20, 2020 Special Committee Meeting (All committees meet together at 6:00pm in the Courtroom to review the proposed FY '20-'21 Budget); Monday, July 27, 2020 Regular Commission Meeting (6:00pm in the Courtroom). NEWCOMERS GROUP...
