Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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The fly-in event, held on August 17th, 2024 as part of National Aviation Day, included a free pancake breakfast, fly-ins, and a variety of aircraft on display. Several local venues were also on-site in an effort to bring awareness to aviation and local business. The Lewis County Library and Archives was also on-site offering children's activities, library card-sign ups, and showcasing aviation materials....
With move-in dates of Hohenwald's newest housing community being pushed back, we continue to receive several calls asking for more information. With that, the Lewis County Herald received updated information from the on-site property manager, Andrea Burnsed, who has been managing properties for 25 years. According to Burnsed, the new complex, Walden Crest Apartment Homes, owned by Hohenwald Estates, is an income restricted community, and the costs are different than what were originally given...
Connie Brewer was the final winner of the Cool It With Cash contest. L.C. Bowen of Bowen Home Center, contest sponsor, presented Brewer with the check. The final week sponsors were Bank of Lewis County, 412 Metals & Building Supply, McDonald Funeral Home, Bowen Home Center, John's Tire, and Junkyard Dog Restaurant....
The Hohenwald/Lewis County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Family Advantage Federal Credit Union in Hohenwald on Tuesday, August 20th. With four brick and mortar locations throughout the region and even a mobile branch, CEO John Kenley and Hohenwald Branch Manager Elaina Konke are proud to officially open their new building and range of services to their members. Providing a personal touch to local finance, they've grown in the region organically by...
The Lewis County High School Panther football team will open their regular season at home Friday night, August 23 at Bobby W. Sharp Stadium against Community High School. Game time is at 7:00 p.m....
It was a clean sweep for LC on Monday night, August 19th, at home against Hampshire, Perry County, and Loretto. Both the boys and girls teams got the Win, with Abby (41) and Steele (36) as low medalists. Team Scores: Boys- LC 152, Hampshire 185, PC 191, Loretto- only 1 boy Girls- LC 149, PC 155, Hampshire and Loretto- only 1 girl Individual results- Steele 36, River 37, Nolan 39, Kegan 40, Carter 41, Jaxon 46, Ryder 50, Trey 56. Abby 41, Anna Kate 52, Kayclyn 56, Emily 62, Kinley...
Lewis County Football is proud to announce its adoption of "High Forest" as a new, unifying symbol that honors the deep-rooted traditions and rich history of our community. Much like "Rocky Top" serves as a beloved anthem for the Tennessee Vols, "High Forest" will become an emblem of pride and heritage for the Lewis County Panthers. As many of our loyal fans and community members know, Lewis County Football has always been more than just a game; it's a cornerstone of our shared identity and...
South Central Area Fair Kicks Off With Ag Day Competitions...
Mini Football Camp hosted by LC High School Football...
Soldiers, Airmen, and friends of the Tennessee Military Department gathered at Nashville's Joint Force Headquarters on August 16 to celebrate and honor the Tennessee National Guard's 250th birthday. Maj. Gen. Warner Ross, Tennessee's Adjutant General, and Command Sgt. Maj. Dale Crockett, Tennessee's Senior Enlisted Leader, hosted the ceremony where hundreds of service members reflected on the organization's heritage, accomplishments, and service over the last two and a half centuries. Ross...
The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 6:02 p.m. at the Lewis County Board of Education board meeting room located at 206 South Court Street, Hohenwald, Tn. All board members present were Board Chair Lindsey Himes, Vice Chair Paula Dyer, Matthew Adkins, Glenda Atkinson, Cassie Couch, Derek Cotham, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, and Sallie Pollock. Prior to the regular scheduled meeting there was a workshop held at 5:30 p.m. Ryder Ward from the Student Advisory Committee stated that all of the...
"Only about 50% of the high school has turned this very important form," stated School Board member Glenda Atkinson. A new law is requiring this form to be in a student's file before a school nurse is able to treat them. "Imagine being at field day, "said a school official, "and your child accidentally slips and falls down the bleachers. Nothing is broken, but they are scraped up and need attention and a bandaid. However, they never returned the consent form. Our hands are legally tied on what...
The ROAR Store is a student-run enterprise that is making waves both within the school and the community. Operated by students involved in the School-Based Enterprise (SBE) Work-Based Learning (WBL) program. The Digital Printing Class and ROAR Store is a hub for creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Trina Weaks, CTE Supervisor, says, "students are not just learning about marketing: they are living it. From designs to managing the production process, these young entrepreneurs are...
Well it is a quiet and peaceful morning here in our little valley, it is so comfortable sitting out here on the front porch. We got a little rain last night and I heard some thunder. The rain on the roof sure sounded good and we are so thankful for any rain we get. This morning the birds are singing again and the neighbor’s cows are grazing on the wet grass, I think everyone is thankful for the rain. The cats have had their breakfast and are now out in the yard chasing butterflies’ and each other. There is a couple of really young squ...
The following is the Lewis County Sheriff Department report for August 01-August 19, 2024. This is a record of Sheriff’s Department action and is not intended to imply innocence or guilt of charges placed. Hollis Clay Brewer Jr., Ashley Rd., Hohenwald, TN was charged with methamphetamine- manufacture, deliver, resisting stop, frisk, halt, arrest, seatbelt, evading arrest and unlawful paraphernalia on August 01, 2024. Joseph Allen Bunch, Hooper Rd. Hohenwald, TN was charged with violation of probation on August 02, 2024. Justin Lane Conkle, S...
The temperatures have been in the low sixties in the early morning for the last few days and that is good for me anyway. We are still short on rain, but have had some showers around the area and it helps. Hope the weather has not been causing breathing problems for you. Those I know which are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Kasey Baker, Colene Beasley, Linda Butler, Elizabeth Boggs, Gertie Carroll, Pam Carroll, Spencer Clark, Nita Cottrel, Robert and Pat Dickson, Polly Edwards, Ophelia Green, Betty Hasty, Mel...
“Hey, Jo, Will there be shade replacement for cutting all the trees down at the park - Was there a community vote on cutting all the shade trees down?” The park board voted on the cutting down of the trees due to safety hazards and concerns about the tree roots cutting into the nearby shed buildings. City officials are set to meet with an engineering team within the next 2-3 weeks to discuss the development of a new park. The meeting will focus on the project’s phases, including plans for shading to improve visitor comfort. “More detaile...
Do you know any girls who love to bowl, go to movies, campout, learn about horses, and many other activities then tell them or bring them to the Community Building at Memorial Park on August 27, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to learn more about Girl Scouts and how to get started on a great adventure. We serve girls from K through 12th grade. If you need more information contact Dorothy Warf at 931-796-3880....
This weekend, the Meriwether Lewis Chapter of the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation celebrated the 250th anniversary of Meriwether Lewis's birthday with their festive picnic at the Meriwether Lewis Monument in Lewis County, TN. It was a wonderful gathering, with members of the Lewis County Historical Society and other Lewis and Clark enthusiasts joining in the commemoration and fun. Attendees had a great time meeting the new Ranger at the park, soaking up the camaraderie, and enjoying...
Q.) Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? A.) Norma - I married young, raised our girls. Our son went to heaven and left us too soon. We grew up together on a farm and have lots of memories of our life on Napier. God is do faithful." Lawrence - Married the day before my 19th birthday. I have had a wonderful life, Delivered furniture for 14 years in the day time and started installing flooring in the afternoon into the night for years. Then, flooring became full-time when we bought our cur...
I’m sure the summer break will fly by faster than the drone my son Gideon has been maneuvering. Gideon recently received his bachelor’s degree in mechatronics engineering and -- after a short breather -- will plunge into the graduate program in engineering management. My wife and I are proud of his achievement, especially since our involvement grew to be more about food, lodging and grant applications and less about homework assistance. Yes, his oppressive courses in calculus, linear algebra and statistics were soon “above our pay grade.” Sure,...
Mr. Jeffrey Douglas Tatum, 50 of Linden, went to Glory on August 12, 2024, at his home surrounded by a host of loving family and friends. Jeff was born on June 17, 1974 to Rita Gale Carroll Tatum and the late Jack Douglas "Doug" Tatum. He graduated from Perry County High School, Class of 1992 and married his high school sweetheart Melissa Dawn Jackson on June 27, 1998. Jeff earned certificates in Welding and Industrial Maintenance at Tennessee College of Applied Technology, formerly know as TN...
James Allen Darden was born on December 30, 1941, in Huntsville, Alabama to Walter G. Darden and Sara W. Richardson Darden. He passed away on August 12, 2024, at the age of 82. Jim grew up in Hohenwald, Tennessee. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of America and received his Eagle Scout badge in 1959. He was a member of the Lewis County Marching Band during his high school years and was the Drum Major his senior year. Jim graduated from Lewis County High School in 1960. After high school, he attended Tennessee Tech College before marrying...
Robert Murphree Overbey (also known as Bob), Master Sergeant US AF Ret. passed away from this life on Saturday, July 27, 2024. He loyally and honorably served in the United States Air Force from 1956 to 1980. He earned his B.A. near the end of his service, and he continued to work in communications (which was one of his many specialties while in the military) for several different companies after his retirement. Always an artist, tinkerer, and history buff, two of his hobbies after retirement were restoring old mannequins and various toys....
As careful as you may be, you will make mistakes. Although it’s not possible to live mistake free, there are effective strategies you can use to recover from your mistakes. Let’s start by considering basic causes of mistakes. You are impatient and act too quickly. You lack knowledge or expertise. You don’t have enough information to make a sound decision. You make a decision based on wrong information. Regardless of the cause, you need to recover from your mistakes. Once you have recovered, you can identify and address the cause. The diffe...
