Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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Hope Hohenwald, the youth program located on Park Avenue, is currently running a "Building Hope" campaign to raise funds for larger, much needed facility additions. (See Full Story In Next Week's Edition). During the campaign, the Lewis County Herald will highlight, weekly, the "Hope" being dished out on that side of town! First up: Meet Fallon Toft. Ms. Fallon was born with Cerebral Palsy, and has, in years past, spent summer days bored at her mother's work on a tablet or some other screen....
On June 10, 2024, at approximately 10:57 p.m., City of Hohenwald Police Department Patrolman Kalum Halfacre was patrolling near 412 East Main Street and observed a white 2002 GMC Sierra truck with dark window tint. The vehicle was stopped and contact was made with the driver, Andrew Davis, 54 of Centerville, TN. While checking the percentage of window tint, Patrolman Halfacre noticed a smell of marijuana from the vehicle. While speaking with Mr. Davis, Patrolman Courter arrived and saw a bag of...
The 6th Annual Rock The Lot was a huge success, despite the extreme heat! Over 3,700 people came out to enjoy the event, including a family reunion and a class reunion of the 1977 LCHS Senior Class. An estimated 1,500 enjoyed the family activities prior to the concert, with an even larger number arriving as the sun began to set and the temperature cooled down. Attendees came from not only surrounding counties but also as far away as Nashville and Alabama. Local radio personality Kori Plunkett...
Terry Stephen Duncan, affectionately known to many as “Gomer” despite his distaste for the nickname, passed away peacefully in his hometown of Hohenwald, on July 1, 2024, at the age of 75, he was born on March 16, 1949, to the late James and Hazel Chessor Duncan. Terry, a dedicated employee, devoted many years of service to Genesco before dedicating his days as the groundskeeper of Lewis County Ball Park. A man of few words, Terry was most content when taking his walks through town, often marked by the distinct sound of his whistling and the...
March 22, 1938 ~ July 7, 2024 William "Bud" Rawdon, age 86, of Lawrenceburg, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024, at NHC-Maury Regional Transitional Care Center in Columbia. He was a native of Summertown, retried from Murray Ohio, and a member of Summertown Church of Christ. He also enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and watching sports and westerns. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Whitfield and Sara Grace "Sally" Higdon Rawdon; his wife, Ruth Ellen Walker Rawdon; one brother, Cecil...
Evelyn Marie Staggs Pigg, a woman of love and faith, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024, at the age of 91, in Summertown. Born on April 20, 1933, in Hohenwald, to Ernest and Audie Mae Gray Staggs, Evelyn's life was a true testament to the strength and warmth of her spirit. Evelyn was the cherished wife of Willard Franklin Pigg for an impressive 72 years, a union that was a shining example of commitment and affection. Together, they built a family founded on strong values and unconditional...
Diane Michelle Dubois Holman, 70, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2024, in Hohenwald. Born on March 3, 1954, in Berkeley, California, her life was full of joy, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her loved ones. She is the daughter of the late Richard Joseph Dubois, and her mother, Roberta Mooney Dubois, who infused Diane's life with warmth and compassion. Alongside her brothers Robert, Dave, and the late Richard Dubois, Diane's childhood was a cherished time that shaped the wonderful...
Loretta Jane Runions, born July 27, 1949, in Hohenwald, to the late Onis Oneal Hinson and Clara Belle Harris Hinson, passed away peacefully at her home in Hohenwald, on July 7, 2024, at the age of 74. Loretta was a devout member of Garrett Baptist Church, where her faith and love for the Lord were evident to all who knew her. Her favorite sayings, "Thank You Jesus," "I Love You More," and "Can I Keep You," reflected her warm, loving spirit. Despite her disabilities, Loretta's resilience and...
Charlotte Grace Kosa, born on April 4, 1949, in Staten Island, New York, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Hohenwald, She was a daughter of the late Alexander and Rose Kosa, a loving sister, an aunt, and a friend whose radiant spirit and kindness left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she touched. Charlotte grew up in Staten Island, where she shared an inseparable bond with her parents and siblings. Though she was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Alexander Kosa Jr., she is...
Legislation passed to protect children and family values, Prohibiting gender transition surgeries and irreversible hormone treatments for minors Tennessee lawmakers have been at the forefront of the fight to stop hormone treatments in children to change their gender identity. Tennessee led the nation when we took our first steps to ban hormone treatment for children. Since then, we have expanded those efforts and now under current law, medical “transition” surgeries that remove body parts to...
Maury County Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Ventura has announced Ronnie Brewer as the new principal of Hampshire Unit School. Mr. Brewer brings 16 years of educational experience to his new role at Hampshire Unit School. For the last two school years (2022-2023 & 2023-2024), he has served as Principal of Hickman County High School in Centerville, TN. Prior to that, he was the Assistant Principal at East Hickman High School during the 2021-2022 school year. His connection to Hampshire Unit...
ON JUNE 30, AT APPROXIMATELY 6:15 A.M. WHILE ON PATROL IN SMITH COUNTY AT THE BUFFALO VALLEY REST AREA ON I-40, TENNESSEE HIGHWAY PATROL (THP) TROOPERS WERE INVESTIGATING A SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE PARKED AT THE REST AREA. A TROOPER APPROACHED THE VEHICLE AND OBSERVED A MALE AND FEMALE SLEEPING INSIDE THE VEHICLE. DURING THE INVESTIGATION, THE TROOPER CONFIRMED BY A V.I.N. CHECK THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STOLEN. THE TROOPER INSTRUCTED THE OCCUPANTS OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND DETAINED THEM WITH HANDCUFFS BEHIND THEIR BACKS. THE FEMALE OCCUPANT WAS IDENTIFIED...
Exercise is critically important for your health. The nature of the human body is to be active and moving all day. Ideally you should get 10 minutes of movement for every hour that you sit. And it is best to sit for only 3 hours per day. Where should you start? You must consider your current level of condition. If you can, begin by walking every day for 10 minutes, and work up to a 2 hour walk at least a couple of days per week. If you cannot walk, or cannot go for 10 minutes, likely it is best to seek professional help to get started. You can...
The Art of Small Space Design As urban areas grow more costly and dense, our living spaces often shrink. Even in larger homes, there’s usually a room that, awkwardly shaped or poorly utilized, becomes a mere storage space. Whether it’s furniture that’s too large or a shortage of space-saving ideas, these rooms frequently fail to serve any practical purpose. Think like a tiny home designer to maximize the functionality of these small spaces. The tiny home movement - popular for those downsizing, living off-grid, or constructing guest house...
Lewis County High School has announced Caleb Brewer as the new Head Baseball Coach. Lewis County Schools is excited to announce that Coach Brewer will also be teaching PE at LCES. Coach Brewer is a Lewis County High School 2013 graduate. He attended and played baseball at Bethel from 2014-2016 and attended and played baseball at UT Martin 2016-2018. Brewer was an assistant coach at UT Martin from 2018-2020, assistant coach at Ripley HS from 2021-2022, and a head coach at East Hickman HS from...
A benefit auction and fish fry for the family of Chris Carroll will be held Friday, July 19 at 4:00 p.m. at the Community Building at Memorial Park. Chris was involved in a motorcycle accident on May 16 and sustained injuries to his spinal cord resulting in tetraplegia. For more info, contact Tabitha Staggs 931-628-2345 or Crystal Reeves at 931-306-9721....
Jack and Leona Lauback celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a reception July 2 at First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Lauback were married June 6, 1964 and have three children and two grandchildren. They resided in Owosso, Michigan until 1991 when they moved to Hohenwald....
Well it is a nice morning here in our little valley. I am sitting on the front porch swing and there is a nice breeze blowing. It is not as hot as it has been. The cats have really been enjoying this cooler weather, they are stretched out here on the porch taking their morning nap. Later when the day starts to warm up some more they will go and find a cool place to nap until supper time. The birds are singing and I am watching the neighbor’s cows grazing out in their pasture, everyone seems to be enjoying the little cooler weather. Last week w...
State Sen. Joey Hensley, State Rep. Jody Barrett, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett today announced a Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP) Grant totaling $5,461 for the Lewis County Public Library and Archives. The funds will help cover the cost of internal internet connections and Wi-Fi hotspots at the facility. “Libraries are community anchors that provide invaluable services and resources,” said Sen. Hensley. “These grants will help libraries continue to support education, literacy, and lifelong learning.” TOP Grants are funded...
The family of the late Johnny and Lenora Mathis met for their annual gathering on July 4, 2024. Two of the oldest grandchildren were there, Charles Mathis and Catherine Pickard. Those from out of town included Kerrie Mathis Gallaga of Westfield, Indiana, Regina Tatum Jennings of Mt. Pleasant, Makayla and Brensley of Columbia, Catherine Pickard and Don Pickard of Jackson; Johnny and Elaine Seiber of Cottontown, Dalton, Kayce and Dexlyn Papajeski, and Joyce Potts of Hampshire; Lawan Panjawat,...
The University of Tennessee Extension recently received a second round of grant funds from the American Heart Association and Aramark. The mission for the Healthy for Life grant is to strengthen and empower healthy communities with systematic change. The goals of this project are to improve nutrition education to community members by building food literacy, connecting food choices with daily goals, and increasing consumption of healthier foods. Objectives are met with interactive food...
July 8, 1954 The Herald reported, “The Fourth of July passed in a quiet manner here with practically all businesses closed… Insofar as we have been able to learn, there was not a single accident in the county over the weekend…” Bids would be taken for the old Springer Church of Christ building until July 17. The winning bidder would have to remove the building from the land by July 31. Bids could be made at the Hohenwald Bank and Trust Company. Clovis Anderson and Thomas Lawson were serving...
SENIOR FITNESS CLASSES Senior Health and Fitness classes with Ann Mobley are scheduled to be held every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Lewis County Senior Center. For more information, call 796-5558 NEWCOMERS GROUP OF NA The Newcomers Group of NA meets seven days a week, Wednesday is a 12 noon meeting and the other six days of the week start at 7 p.m. at 200 South Court Street, basement of First United Methodist Church. We are not affiliated with the Church, but grateful they allow us to meet there. If you need any more information, please call...
Meriwether Lewis' group has returned home from a successful Washington Youth Tour after seven student delegates and two chaperones spent a full week at the nation's capital. The Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association, MLEC and other electric cooperatives from across the state sponsor the annual event and provide an all-expenses paid, once-in-a-lifetime trip to Washington D.C. for high school juniors. Students were selected by writing a short story titled "Electric Cooperatives Connect"...
