Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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They Ayers Foundation is proud to announce Lewis County High School as a 'Fafsa Champion' for the 2023-24 school year. An impressive 117 high schools across Tennessee have been recognized this year as FAFSA Champions for the Class of 2024. "It is because of the incredible dedication and work ethic of staff, administration, students, and parents that Lewis County High School receives this recognition for the third consecutive year," said Ayers Foundation representatives. "The FAFSA season was...
9,038 Lewis County citizens had the opportunity to practice their right, as a legal American Citizen, to vote in the State and Federal General Election held on November 4, 2024. A little over 50% chose to do so. Of the 5,897 voting citizens, 4,835 voted for Republican nominees Donald J. Trump/JD Vance, and 990 for Kamala D. Harris/Tim Walz. Other votes received for President of the United States were, Jay J Bowman/De D Bowman (3) Claudia De La Cruz/Karina Garcia (1), Rachele Fruit/Dennis...
The Lewis County Board of Commissioners held their monthly Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, November 4, 2024 in the Commission Chambers of the historic courthouse. During the meeting, Committee Chairman, Kyle Bobo, presented a check to Chamber of Commerce Director, Debbie Landers, in support of the Chamber's efforts to support local businesses and improve economic and community development in our community. The funding for the check was generated by tourists visiting Lewis County...
Devil's Backbone is a well-known stop along the Natchez Trace, especially for trail hikers, cyclers, or leisurely scenic drives. It's a moderately strenuous three-mile trail that showcases the area's impressive natural beauty. The State Natural Area is a 950 acre tract of wilderness located in Lewis County, near the Hickman County line. The State of Tennessee is set to showcase it as a premier destination in Tennessee, upgrading the area from a State Natural Area to a State Park. Development is...
Tennessee Republican leadership introduces Education Freedom Act of 2025 on behalf of Governor Lee The morning following President Trump’s historic win, Tennessee Republican lawmakers filed the first bill of the 2025 legislative session. The Education Freedom Act of 2025 was filed November 6 to launch a new era of student success and put the Volunteer State on the pathway to having the best public schools in the nation. Providing parents with the ability to make education decisions for their c...
Default having been made in the terms, conditions, provisions and payments made and provided for in a Deed of Trust dated December 13, 2019, executed by Cierra Faith Lee Pilot, a single person, and Austin Lee Williams, a single person to Anthony R. Steele of Knox County, Tennessee, Trustee, and recorded in Book 210, Page 786 in the Register’s Office for Lewis County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness therein described to Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc., and the entire indebtedness having been called due and payable as provided in s...
STATE OF TENNESSEE, LEWIS COUNTY WHEREAS, David L. Jones executed a Deed of Trust to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Rocket Mortgage, LLC, Lender and Yale Riley, Trustee(s), which was dated March 15, 2023, and recorded on March 28, 2023, in Book 257, at Page 844, in Lewis County, Tennessee Register of Deeds. WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debt(s) and obligation(s) thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the current holder of said Deed of Trust, Rocket Mortgage, LLC...
Case number 2024-PR-29. Estate of Richard Eugene Calvert, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on the 4th day of November, 2024, Letters of Administration, in respect of the estate of Richard Eugene Calvert, who died on June 28, 2024, 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 file the same with the clerk of the above-named court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2),...
After a valiant fight against Parkinson's disease, followed by a brief illness, Mr. Tommy Alan Haskins, 73, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in Oxford, MS. The funeral was Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Waller Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Campbell and Rev. Don Gann officiating. Visitation was held prior to the service beginning at 9:30 A.M. in West Hall of Waller Funeral Home. Tommy was born in Waynesboro, TN on February 18, 1951. Moving to Oxford, MS...
Edith Lyell of Hohenwald, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday November 8, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born on February 22, 1939, in Lewis County to Boss and Lois Edith Barber. She married Abner Andrew Lyell on July 7, 1956. Edith was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, caregiver, and a faithful prayer warrior. She loved her family and loved spending time with them. Edith and her husband worked at and retired from Genesco and made many friends throughout their time working there. You could...
Larry "Pappy" Wayne Hosick Sr., age 61, of Summertown, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. He was a beloved husband to Jennie Hosick and a devoted father, grandfather, and friend to many. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro. Jeremy Butt officiating. Burial to follow in Polk Memorial Gardens. The family will welcome friends for visitation on Friday, November 8, from 4:00 to...
Norman Sonnier, age 64, of Summertown, Tennessee, passed away on November 10, 2024. He was born on March 16, 1960, in St. Charles, Louisiana, to Watson Sonnier and Christine Howell Sonnier. Norman was a man of great energy and passion, known for his hardworking nature and his love for building. He spent his life creating homes with his hands, driven by a strong work ethic and a desire to always stay busy. In his younger years, he enjoyed boating, working on cars, tending to his tractors and...
Darlene Jackson Watson passed away on November 8, 2024. She was 62. Visitation for Mrs. Darlene will be from 5:00-8:00 pm on Saturday November 16, 2024, in the chapel of Adair Funeral & Cremation Services. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 pm on Sunday November 17, 2024, with burial to follow in Lewis County Memorial Gardens. Brother Bill Webb will be officiating. A full obituary will be posted at a later date....
From November 1st to November 11th, LCF&R responded to several incidents. November 1st: 8:19 p.m. - Medical call on Woodland. November 4th: 2:25 p.m. - Medical call on E. Main. 8:55 p.m. - Medical call on Garrison Rd. 11:38 a.m. - Medical on Tristans Ridge. 12:11 p.m. - MVA on Darbytown Rd. November 5th: 2:37 a.m. - Alarm on E. Main. 10:06 a.m. - Medical on S. Oak. 10:12 a.m. - Medical on New Kimmins. 7:32 p.m. - MVA on Mt. Joy Rd. November 6th: 8:35 a.m. - Medical on McCord Hollow Rd. 2:47 p.m. - Medical on S. Park. - Medical on Talley...
If you’re looking for effective ways to cope with grief, consider the following tips: Allow yourself to feel your emotions; it’s okay to grieve. Talk about your feelings with friends or family members. Seek support from a therapist or support group. Establish a routine to provide structure in your day. Engage in physical activity to boost your mood. Create a memorial or tribute to honor your loved one. Practice mindfulness or meditation to find peace. Write in a journal to express your thoughts and feelings. Avoid isolating yourself; stay con...
A new study published by Brown University’s Annenberg Institute indicates that middle school students in the state’s two primary school turnaround models have made very little academic progress since school improvement programs were launched more than a decade ago. According to the study, which examined the effect of attending a turnaround middle school on student outcomes in high school, including test scores, attendance, chronic absenteeism, disciplinary actions, dropout rates, and graduation data, students achieved few gains from their tim...
If your child is enrolled in an Agriculture Education class either fall or spring semester, they are an FFA member. Students enrolled in Mr. Peery’s Agribusiness or Mrs. Flippo’s Agriscience, Food Science or Animal Science classes are FFA members. Parents and community, we fundraise so we can offer extracurricular education opportunities for our members and students with little to no out of pocket costs. Since the students and members are responsible for participating in the fundraisers, they are truly earning those extra opportunities. We str...
(l-r) Elise Poticha and Adam Burton, both of Dickson, join Laura Stewart and Brandon Mochrie at 2024 Family Weekend held Oct. 25-27 at the University of Tennessee at Martin. Stewart is a senior biology major from Hohenwald and Mochrie is a junior nursing major from Dickson. The event included activities for persons of all ages and provided the opportunity for family and friends to visit current UT Martin students. The Skyhawks' home football game with Eastern Illinois University at Hardy Graham...
“Give me that old-time religion, give me that old-time religion…” I can still hear classmate Ronald Bright launching into an impromptu performance of that traditional Gospel song. I haven’t seen Ronald in nearly 50 years, but I wonder what he would think about the “new-time” spiritual trend I discovered via Business Insider. (Side note: if he’s anything like me, Ronald would be singing, “Give me that old-time ability to walk past a bathroom without feeling compelled to stop by just in case....
An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has resulted in the indictment of Mindy Orlandino, the former treasurer of the Oak Ridge High School Softball Boosters. The parent-led booster club supported the school’s softball program until it was banned by the school from continuing its operations in August 2023. The investigation, which began after school officials reported questionable transactions, found that Orlandino misappropriated club funds totaling at least $1,622.07 in 2023. Orlandino’s misappropriation included ATM cash...
Maury Regional Health is hosting a for positions in clinical and non-clinical areas on November 14 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Maury Regional Medical Center located at 1224 Trotwood Avenue in Columbia. Applicants interested in joining a nationally recognized health system should bring a copy of their résumé to this hiring event - no application required. During the visit, candidates will have the opportunity to speak with members of the talent acquisition team about opportunities at Maury Regional H...
On Thursday, November 7, Brad Rasbury and members from the Hohenwald Masonic Lodge #607, presented a $500 donation to the Lewis County Prevention and Intervention Coalition to assist with the creation of a Parenting Enrichment Program. This program became a focus for the newly formed coalition after Judge Michael Spitzer, the 32nd Judicial District Judge, spoke to the group on the need for such a program that would "produce GOLD STAR parents who have awareness, knowledge, and skills to provide...
1. Baking and Cooking Baking soda is a staple in baking, acting as a leavening agent that helps cakes, cookies, and breads rise. It reacts with acidic ingredients like buttermilk, yogurt, or lemon juice, producing carbon dioxide bubbles that create the airy texture we love. It’s also used to neutralize strong flavors in recipes, like those found in coffee or chocolate. 2. Cleaning and Deodorizing Baking soda is a natural cleaning agent that can be used to scrub surfaces, remove stains, and deodorize. It’s effective at removing grease, gri...
Wondering what to do with your pumpkins as the holiday turns from pumpkin patches to Christmas tree farms? The eight African and five Asian elephants would love to take those off your hands. Did you know elephants LOVE pumpkins? They do, and they have VERY large appetites. They can consume around 150 pounds of fruits, vegetables, grains, and plant materials each day, including pumpkins! Your donated pumpkins will be used by caregivers at the Elephant Sanctuary to fill with hay and other treats...
