Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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Community leaders, business owners and many more have joined in a special tribute to First Responders inside this issue. In order to include all of our First Responders, you will have to view the section online as a PDF which can be done by clicking the link labeled "View PDF" in the top right corner. Those aren't subscribed to the Lewis County Herald will need to start a free trial in order to view the PDF. See stories of heroism and words from family members along with photos expressing a...
It is time for Tennessee's voting districts to be redrawn, and that means Lewis County is going to have some changes. The Redistricting Committee met with CTAS representatives at 6:30 on Monday night in the courtroom. This year's Redistricting Committee consists of County Commissioners Kyle Bobo, Brian Peery and the chair of the committee, Austin Carroll. County Mayor Jonah Keltner was also present for the meeting. "You guys are going to be like architects and I'm going to be the builder," said...
On September 9, 2021, a deputy with the Lewis County Sheriff's Department, working traffic on Highway 412 East, clocked on radar a gray Chevrolet Malibu. Upon making a traffic stop on the vehicle for speeding, the deputy identified the driver as Brandy Nelson of Hohenwald. The deputy obtained consent to search the vehicle which led to the discovery of 1.8 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia and an open bottle of alcohol. Nelson was charged with violation of open container law, simple...
The 8th Annual Philbilly Cancer Ride and Festival is planned for Saturday, September 18, 2021. There will be vendors, games, and live music all day at the City Parking Lot. Kickstands up will be at 11 a.m. The ride route is planned to start at Hohenwald Billiards, then WWS, Trovel Heads, The Hideout, Lewis County Elks Lodge, and ending at Hohenwald Billiards. An auction and live music will start at 5 p.m., Dystopian will be on the stage from 5-7 p.m., followed by Station Joe from 8-10 p.m. All proceeds go to the Lewis County Cancer Victims...
The Chamber of Commerce put on another block party on Friday, and it was a hit. Several people parked their classic cars and rat rods at The Lot to show off their prized possessions. The Showtime Band kicked off at 7 o'clock and rocked the house, playing classic songs with saxophone, bass and guitar, drums and keyboard. The crowd could not help but dance, no matter if they were young or mature....
Brother Willie Frank Kittrell Sparkman was born May 30, 1949 in Hampshire to the late Richard Gibson Sparkman and Susie Mae Smith Sparkman. He entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 2, 2021 at Maury Regional Medical Center. Willie professed a hope in Christ and united with Hampshire United Baptist Church. He loved fishing and hunting and watching western movies. He was a former employer of the City of Hohenwald and Columbia State Community College where he retired. In addition to his...
January 17, 1950 ~ September 8, 2021 Mrs. Irene Baker Hinson, 71 of Hohenwald, passed away Wednesday September 8, 2021, at Maury Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Irene was born in Russellville, Alabama on January 17, 1950, to the late Sam and Flossie Hinson Baker. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ray Hinson and several brothers. Mrs. Hinson is survived by her children, Sherry (Tony) Grippi, Wayne (Tina) Spencer, Mary Whitehead (Troy Baker), and Tommy Lee;...
January 21, 1953 ~ September 7, 2021 Mrs. Dawn Ducharme Goodwin, 68, of Linden passed away Tuesday September 7, 2021 at her home. She was born in Flint, Michigan to the late Gerald Joseph Ducharme and Doreen Fay Prime. She was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening, canning and cooking for everyone. Survivors include her husband, Tony Goodwin; her children, Michelle Prieur of Hohenwald, Lisa (Justin) Reeves of Michigan, Larry Hall of Flint, Michigan, Rheannon (Jason) Crouse of Linden and Valerie...
October 18, 1947 ~ September 7, 2021 James "Jim" Burton Fuller, 73, unexpectedly passed from this earthly world on September 7, 2021, at Williamson Medical Center with his loving wife by his side. He was born on October 18, 1947, in Bainbridge, New York to the late Fred and Thelma Fuller. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his two brothers. At the age of 17, he had his parents sign his papers to protect our country by enlisting in the United States Air Force. After leaving the...
June 8, 1961 ~ August 31, 2021 Larry Joe Gulley, 60, of Hohenwald unexpectedly passed away at his home on August 31, 2021. He was born in Hammond, Indiana to the late Willey Thomas and Louelle Allen Gulley. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Elmer and Terry Gulley and his sister, Faye Gulley Head. Larry was a member of Water of Life, Seventh Day Adventist Church of Hohenwald. He enjoyed attending bible studies with his church or settling down watching a wrestling...
The Lewis County High School Lady Panthers volleyball team hosted a match with the Hampshire Lady Hawks on Thursday, September 2nd. In the first set of the match, it was Hampshire that came out with an early lead, but the Lady Panthers fought back and turned the set into a back-and-forth battle. Late in the first set Hampshire capitalized on errors that built a point-run and lead to finish off the first set 25-18. The second set of the match was another tight set as teams matched point for point before the Lady Hawks were able to open up a lead...
The Lewis County Cross-Country team successfully compete in Chapel Hill at the Henry Horton State Park meet on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. 49 schools were in attendance to compete. Jayce Tucker earned the fastest time for the boy's team with a 5K time of 25:54. David Tohn posted a 5K time of 26:04. Desirae Warman earned the fastest time for the girl's team with a 5K time of 29:58 and Katelyn Whitwell posted a 5K time of 30:29....
Lewis County Middle School Homecoming was held before Thursday night's game on September 9, 2021. Flower girl was Kinsley Holloway who walked with Crown Bearer, Blaine Bowen. Sixth grade attendant, Kayclyn Williams, was escorted by Braylon Bean. Seventh grade attendant, Kabry Adkins, was escorted by Kegan Clayton. Eighth grade attendant, Brooklyn Schee, was escorted by Kade Carroll. Homecoming Queen, Kierston Trull, was escorted by Drew Ray....
Homecoming for Piney Cemetery, off Marvin Whitehead Road, will be held Sunday, September 19, 2021 at 2 p.m. Donations for the cemetery up-keep may be sent to Danny Atkinson, 213 Marvin Whitehead Road, Hohenwald, 38462. For more information, call 931-796-5847....
The Keg County Heritage Day will be held Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. in Centerville on the square. Special guests will be Grand Ole Opry star Mike Snider, America’s Favorite Country Gospel Group, Waymasters, Kyle Thomas, The Grinders Switch Ensemble, Darin Cothran and Friends and Carlin Cochran as Minnie Pearl. Live demonstrations will include: blacksmithing, goat milking, crocheting, wood working, corn shelling, butter churning, moonshine, yarn spinning, pottery, quilting and more. Other activities will i...
The Lewis County Election Commission plan to meet on Monday, September 27, 2021 at 5 p.m. at the Election Commission Office. The office is located at 35 Smith Avenue in Hohenwald....
After a career in work place safety, a Lewis County man is volunteering his expertise next month when Citizens for Clean Water, Air and Food gather to learn about an herbicide and Parkinson's disease. Rick Koch - no relation to the big business brothers, and his name is pronounced Kosh not Coke - is going to Summertown on Oct. 3 for the citizens meeting in an old church just north of the intersection of Otha and Brace roads. The meeting is from 3-4 p.m. on that first Sunday of next month....
Birthdays Kortney N. Baker, September 16 Stacy Ledbetter, September 16 Jennifer Williams, September 16 Richard Odom, September 16 Michael Tanner, September 16 Paula Cotham, September 16 Carla Cotham, September 16 Chad Hill, September 16 Victoria Taylor, September 16 Anna Gafford, September 16 Ginnon Kilpatrick, September 17 Danielle Haygood, September 17 Doil Hinson, September 17 Mary Sue Hudson, September 17 Joyce McClutcheon, September 17 Terri Bowman, September 17 Michele Rumpel, September 17 Michael Johnston, September 17 Lester B....
Well it is a beautiful day here in our little valley, it has been a very quiet and cool morning. It was 55 degrees here on the porch this morning and I love it. The cats are curled up together on the porch, they do that when it is cool. We have four of them and I say they are not spoiled, they were homeless when they came here, but not anymore. The John Deere tractor really has gotten its workout this week, our neighbor has been very busy in the hay fields. Seems like there are a lot of people that are cutting hay this year, we have a lot of...
Ethan Reeves' 11th birthday was September 13, 2021. He celebrated with family and friends with an Among Us theme along with a water slide. His parents are Jamie Reeves and the late Nathan Reeves and grandparents are Melissa Smith, Dianne and Bobby Reeves....
September 13, 1951 Fred A. Pollock, Mabry McNabb, and James Simmons were reported wounded in Korea. The Lewis County Public Library was scheduled to open to the public for the first time on Friday, September 14. The library was located on the ground floor of the Court House opposite the Welfare office. The hours of operation were announced as Tuesdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mrs. W.B. Sublett was chosen to be the County Librarian. Charles Sims was promoted to Sgt. First Class while...
State’s sound financial footing benefits Tennesseans Our state’s conservative fiscal strategy is working - creating new jobs and opportunities for Tennesseans. Over the last decade, we have worked diligently each year to prepare responsible balanced budgets that include strategic investments in jobs, education and infrastructure to boost our economy; thoughtful reductions to promote government efficiency and accountability; and even put back savings to weather economic storms. This strategy has...
Federal Law Enforcement Officers / Personal Information – Public Chapter 253 protects federal law enforcement officers and their families by providing confidentiality regarding certain personal information. This law already exists for state law enforcement officers to protect them from criminals who would harass or harm them or their families in act of revenge for work done in the line of duty. Retired Law Enforcement Officers – Public Chapter 322 allows a retired law enforcement officers, aut...
The Lewis County/Hohenwald Joint Economic Community Development Board will have its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 10 a.m. in the conference room at the Lewis County Courthouse. The meeting is open to the public. Lewis County Government is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, or ethnic background in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964....
In mid-1971, I experienced a most distressing visit to the dentist. A TV fan magazine in the waiting room divulged life-changing news. Irene Ryan (who portrayed Granny on “The Beverly Hillbillies”) told an interviewer she was madder than a wet hen -- because CBS had canceled the beloved sitcom after nine seasons! TV historians regard this as part of the “rural purge” of the early 70s. “Petticoat Junction” and “The Jackie Gleason” show had disappeared a year earlier, and “Bonanza” and ...
