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  • Maury Regional Women's Center earns accreditation for breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided biopsy

    Oct 10, 2024

    The Maury Regional Women's Center is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation for breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided biopsy. This reaccreditation, effective until 2028, recognizes the center's commitment to providing high-quality imaging and diagnostic services that meet or exceed national standards in radiology. "Receiving this accreditation from the American College of Radiology highlights the dedication and experience of our t...

  • Lewis Co. Senior Citizen Center Calendar Of Events:

    Oct 10, 2024

    MONDAY 10-11 AM Bible Study. TUESDAY 10-11 AM Bingo 1 PM Line Dancing. TUESDAY 8th at 11:00 AM there will be a Mary Kay representative at the center. WEDNESDAY 9:30-10:30 AM Exercise Classes. THURSDAY 10-11 PM Bingo 1PM Line Dancing. FRIDAY, October 25th, Movie & Popcorn. SATURDAY, October 5th, Starting at 4:00 PM Music with Debbie Landers and Dan Walker. Soup/Chili Supper will be served at a small cost. Second Saturday starting at 5:30 potluck and karaoke by Cranford Durham Third Saturday starting at 5:30 potluck and music by Ron Howell We...

  • Are we really all exposed to many hazardous chemicals that come off the packaging our food travels in? What can we do to minimize our exposure to these potential toxins in our food? -- William Freleigh, Newark, DE

    Oct 10, 2024

    A large percentage of our food packaging contains toxic Food Contact Chemicals (FCCs), which are chemicals that come into contact with foods during manufacturing, packaging or transportation. Notable FCCs include BPA, BPS and BPF, all commonly found in soda and soup cans, plastic food linings, and DVDs, and plasticizers or phthalates, which are widely used to make plastic products more flexible and durable. At least 25 percent of FCCs, including BPAs and plasticizers, can be found in the human body due to exposure to food packaging, and can be...

  • Exploring Meriwether Lewis's Birthplace: A Journey to Locust Hill

    Oct 10, 2024

    Nestled in the rolling hills of Ivy, Virginia is Locust Hill-the home and birthplace of Meriwether Lewis. A short stroll down a quiet country road brings you to the Locust Hill Cemetery, the final resting place for many members of the Lewis family. During the 56th annual gathering of the Lewis and Clark Trail Alliance, a special historical tour of the cemetery offered fascinating insights into the Lewis family. For me, exploring Locust Hill was one of the most memorable moments of the event....

  • LCHS Volleyball Hosts Summertown on Senior Night

    Oct 10, 2024

    The Lady Panthers ended their 2024 regular season at home with a district match against Summertown's Lady Eagles. In JV action, the Lady Panthers fell in two sets to give the match to Summertown. Between matches, the coaching staff and players honored their lone senior on the squad, Madison Crowell. Madison is the daughter of Dwight and Jennifer Crowell. After graduation in May she would like to attend Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson majoring in Business. Madison has played several...

  • jr pro homecoming held saturday, october 5 at a.b.sisco field

    Oct 10, 2024

    Junior Pro Minors Notch First Win Submitted by: Ron Slay On Saturday, the Lewis County Junior Pro Panthers hosted the Lewisburg Patriots for Homecoming. The celebrations began with a dance for the players and cheerleaders on Friday night, followed by a pre-game ceremony on Saturday. The Homecoming King and Queen for the Pee-Wee division were Steele Carroll and Kyleigh Beard, while Ryatt Collins and Hannah Clemens were crowned for the Minors division. In the Majors division, Ayden Stanger and...

  • Board of Education Minutes:

    Oct 10, 2024

    The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 6:05 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, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, Sallie Pollock, and Morgan Spicer. There was a workshop at 5:30 p.m. Jesse Clardy of Clardy Construction Advisors gave an update on the cost of the renovations at the Intermediate...

  • new app for lewis & clark trail enthusiasts

    Oct 10, 2024

    Experience the Lewis & Clark Trail with a New Travel App The Lewis & Clark Trail Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of a new mobile application designed to enhance your experience of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail. The Lewis & Clark Trail Experience app aims to assist you in planning an ideal vacation, trip, or weekend getaway. Key features of the app include: • Discover activities and attractions tailored to your interests • View upcoming events in your vicinity • Customize your trip by adding events and locations • Share y...

  • Summertown Metals Announces Al Bell as New Operations Manager

    Oct 10, 2024

    Summertown Metals, a leading provider of quality metal building solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Al Bell as its new Operations Manager. With an extensive background in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, Al brings a wealth of experience in strategic decision-making, financial accountability, and operational excellence to the Summertown Metals family. Al Bell is a hands-on, data-driven leader known for his expertise in...

  • Meriwether Lewis Unveils New Logo: Members get a first look at MLEC's new brand during annual meeting

    Oct 10, 2024

    Meriwether Lewis President and CEO Keith Carnahan shared MLEC's new brand with members during the Humphreys County district meeting and 85th annual meeting on October 3 at Waverly Central High School. Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative and MLConnect are now a unified brand as "Meriwether Lewis" that provides two services: electricity and broadband. The five bends of the "ML" logo represent the five counties we serve with a design that illustrates the rolling hills, winding streams and curvy...

  • Pray for East Tennessee in aftermath of Hurricane Helene

    Sen. Joey Hensley|Oct 10, 2024

    Recently, East Tennessee was devastated by severe floods caused by Hurricane Helene. The damage is horrific. Over 600 homes are damaged and at least 120 homes are completely destroyed. On top of that, many others are left without power and water. On October 2, the federal government approved a major disaster declaration for Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington, which will make federal funding available for those hard hit counties. Tennessee’s first r...

  • Panthers bring home victory over harpeth

    Oct 10, 2024

    The Lewis County High School Football Panthers traveled to Harpeth Friday, October 4, to take on Region rival the Harpeth Indians. The Panthers brought home a decisive 53-27 win. Lewis County got on the board early as Drew Ray pulled in a 19 yard pass from Brycen McDonald for the first score with Bentley Kelsey adding the 2 point conversion for an 8-0 lead at the 9 minute mark in the first quarter. Just 3 minutes later, Kelsey hauled in a 53 yard pass from McDonald for a TD plus the 2 point conversion pushing the Panther lead to 14-0. The home...

  • Fire Prevention Week Proclaimed for October 6-12 "Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You!" Theme Highlights the Importance of Working Smoke Alarms All Year Long

    Oct 10, 2024

    Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed October 6-12 as Fire Prevention Week in Tennessee. During this week, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) will highlight the importance of working smoke alarms through fire safety messages and events. Unfortunately, most Americans don’t test their alarms to ensure they’re working properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) recent survey, while nearly all U.S. households (99 percent) report having at...

  • FOCUS ON VIBRANT HEALTH:Starvation and Poisoning

    Veronica Tilden DO|Oct 10, 2024

    Health is your birthright, and it is always present. But you may not always feel as good as you might like. Why? There are two basic reasons. Either you are starving, or you are being poisoned, and most likely both. Starvation refers to not getting enough of the things your body needs to function properly. You may think this means being hungry, but here I am referring to getting the necessary nutrients.. You can also be starving for adequate sunlight, time in nature, bare feet on the ground, exercise, sleep, and love. Poisoning refers to the...

  • Lewis county middle school volleyball

    Oct 10, 2024

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