Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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by Danny McKnight City of Hohenwald Mayor The first weekend of Christmas in Hohenwald has come and gone with one more weekend to go. There was a great turnout and personally, I LOVED every minute of it. The train and trolley rides, the King Sisters singing Christmas songs at the gazebo, the life size Nativity Scene at the Lot, kids skating at Hope Skates, watching the children ride the Ornament Express, the kids and adults getting their photos taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the awesome...
by Amanda Curtis, Staff Reporter November’s meeting of the Lewis County Board of Commissioners was held in the new fire hall due to construction being done in the court room at the time of meeting. All commissioners were present. Commissioner Kyle Bobo led the prayer, and Brian Peery led the Pledge of Allegiance. Peery and Ragsdale motioned to approve minutes from the October meeting. All approved. During public input, a community member from Trace Creek Road offered up $100 from his wallet t...
On December 1, 2022, Darryl T. Wherry was officially charged with theft of property for his actions in the case of beloved dog Boomer. City of Hohenwald Police Chief Kip Kelsey said that he is awaiting the owners' decision of having a necropsy done and so at this time it is still under investigation pending possible future charges....
Lewis County High School is extremely excited and proud of the installation of their LED digital sign. This has been on the "want" list for years. The digital sign will aid in keeping parents and other stakeholders informed on important information, events, closures, and much more. A special shout out to Jaden Grantham, a 2021 LCHS graduate, for designing the top lighted cabinet. Pictured from left, are Trina Weaks, Dr. Tracy McAbee, and Dr. Justin Barden....
Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital and Home Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. MRMC underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review on Nov. 8. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with MRH standards spanning several areas, including emergency mana...
June 11, 1936 ~ December 5, 2022 James Harvey Graham was born June 11, 1936 to Anna Louise and John Harvey Graham. He spent 86 years on this earth. In those 86 years, he was a husband to Rebecca Louise Bennett Graham. He was the father to two sons, Burton Graham (wife Retha) and Gary Graham (wife Pam). He was the grandfather to Misty Fite (husband Jason) Todd Graham (wife Kim) and Macy Lomax (husband Chris). He was a great-grandfather to Ethan Webb (wife Katelyn), Jacob Fite, Kaylie Watkins (hus...
February 4, 1947 ~ November 7, 2022 In the early morning hours of November 7, 2022, Sara Rice Ogden unexpectedly passed away at Vanderbilt University Medical Center at the age of 75. Mrs. Ogden was born in Phoenix, Arizona on February 4, 1947, to Harold Rice. Sara had an immense love for all animals. She belonged to serval organizations that aided in the rescuing and treatment of animals. During her quiet time, she enjoyed listening to music or being with her friends on The Farm. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband of 48...
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative residential and GSA-1 members will see changes on their December statements. In comparison to last month, the overall impact is a 2.13 percent ($3.34) increase for residential members using 1200 kilowatt-hours of energy. Changes include the Tennessee Valley Authority switching from the lower transition month price (October-November) to the higher, winter season rate (December-March), and the TVA fuel cost adjustment going down. MLEC is also implementing changes. For MLEC residential members, the Basic MLEC...
First Baptist Church of Hohenwald was a Collection Center for the Operation Christmas Child Shoebox ministry last week. They collected shoe boxes from 13 different drop-off locations scattered across eight surrounding counties. Once added to the boxes collected here from the people of Lewis County, they were able to pack almost three semi- trucks with a total of 13,613 shoeboxes which left last Monday and Tuesday headed to Boone, NC to be processed....
The South Central Area Fair Board "A Barnyard Christmas Parade" was held Thursday, December 1, in downtown Hohenwald. Winners were as follows: Religious - Lomax Church of Christ; Civic - Lewis County Elks Lodge; Civic Youth: first, LCHS FFA; second, Girl Scouts; third, Cub Scouts; Commercial Business - first, Hohenwald Billiards; second, King's Tire; third, The Shop....
By Amanda Spears Reporter Mason Sharp, 31 When I reached out to Mason to let him nnow he was chosen for person of the week, his response was, "No kidding - wow my name hasn't been in the paper since I quit making really bad decisions. This is great." Q:) Where did you grow up? A:) Right here in Hohenwald, Tennessee. Q:) What is one of your fondest childhood memories? A:) Eating out at grandma Sharp's house. Q:) What did you want to be as a kid? What did you actually become? A:) I wanted to be a...
By Evelyn Trevathan, Contributing Writer Well it is a cold morning here in our little valley, it was 30 degrees and we had a frost. But the house is warm, we got a good fire in the old wood heating stove. This morning the cats were at the door waiting for their breakfast, they get a little bowl of warm milk with their breakfast on these really cold mornings and they knew that I would be bringing them warm milk this morning. Bob has got the breakfast dishes done and the kitchen clean. I am having my coffee and enjoying this morning. We have got...
Birthdays Kayce Phillips, December 8 Gina Jones, December 8 Stephen L. Bates, December 8 Michael Lynn Rogers, December 8 Chris Sheets, December 8 Michael Spurlock, December 8 Mike Schneider, December 8 Jim Cowan, December 8 Tim Cowan, December 8 Birdie Jo Baker, December 9 Kevin Donaldson, December 9 Mashaya Stephens, December 9 Sherry Jenkins, December 9 Karen Smith, December 9 Leah Lindsey, December 9 Terry Harris, December 9 Jonathan Jones, December 9 Timothy N. Tanner, December 9 Stephanie Runions, December 9 Landon Bryce Carroll, December...
Lazy Dog Tax Service invites everyone to bring their family and pets for pictures with Santa at 640 East Main Street on Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. The event is co-sponsored with High Forest Humane Society. No charge. Donations accepted....
December 4, 1952 The Hohenwald Fire Department asked residents to donate old toys that could be re-gifted to an underprivileged girl or boy for Christmas. The Fire Department would mend and repaint toys before giving them to other children. R. K. Roney, Jr. was elected Worshipful Master of the Hohenwald Masonic Lodge. Mrs. Era Williams was named chair for the local March of Dimes campaign. Hulon Dickey was reassigned to Amarillo Air Force Base, TX for aircraft maintenance training. Mr. and Mrs....
ennessee Department of Education requests $350 million budget increase Tennessee’s Department of Education is requesting a recurring $353.3 million state budget increase starting in fiscal year 2023-2024. The request, which comprises 16 line items, was presented to Gov. Bill Lee and the state’s executive budget team during budget hearings in November. The hearings were an opportunity for government agencies to provide updates on their budgets and identify needs for the future. Education is alw...
It has been years since my family last dealt with the “pictures with Santa” pageantry, but Saint Nick impersonators remain an integral part of Christmas for Americans. Parents feel compelled to honor the tradition of dumping tiny tots in Santa’s lap, even if they’re not emotionally ready for the experience. I wish I hadn’t sold my Child Psychology textbook back to the college bookstore, or I would explain why kids who think nothing of sticking a fork in an electrical outlet or inviting...
The following was submitted by Lewis County Sheriff Dwayne Kilpatrick for November 18 - December 2, 2022. This is a record of law enforcement action and is neither intended to imply innocence nor guilt of charges placed. Jamie Roberson, Mt. View Drive, was charged with a capias on November 18. April Calvert, Mill Avenue, was charged with a capias on November 18. Amanda Sanders, Cane Creek Road, was charged with two counts of aggravated assault on November 18. Billy Sizemore, Peters Road, was charged with simple possession/casual exchange,...
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced its intent to extend the REAL ID full enforcement date by 24 months, from May 3, 2023 to May 7, 2025. Under the new regulations published to execute this change, states will now have additional time to ensure their residents have driver’s licenses and identification cards that meet the security standards established by the REAL ID Act. As required by the law, following the enforcement deadline, federal agencies, including the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), will be prohibited f...
By Amanda Spears, Reporter Kid Edition! This young lady is so full of spunk. She greeted me at the door and was so excited for our interview. She introduced me to everyone. Hope you all enjoy getting to know a little about Miss Gracie! Q:) What is your full name? A:) Gracie Ann Hicks. Q:) What are some of your favorite hobbies? A:) I like to play my tablet, play on my phone, play my Nintendo Switch and listen to music. Q:) Who is your personal hero? A:) My plushies, Nannie, my Dad, my Mom, my...
The 12th Annual Lewis County High School Music Department Christmas Concert was held December 5, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. It was held in the Lewis County High School Gym with Adam McInnes directing....
Highland Corporation Charitable Foundation recently made a $2,000 donation to Friends of the Lewis County Library for the library expansion project, "Building for the Future - Preserving the Past." The library and archives is incredibly grateful for this donation and Highland Corporation's continued support for the library expansion. The Highland Corporation Charitable Foundation is a non-profit organization that developed out of a mission to help other people. Highland Corporation office...
Case number 2022-PR-57 in the matter of the estate of Elga Jean Epley, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on the 30th day of November, 2022, Letters Testamentary in respect of the estate of Elga Jean Epley, who died on September 30, 2022, 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...
Case number 2022-PR-61 in the matter of the estate of Regina Lynn Roberts, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on the 30th day of November, 2022, Letters Testamentary in respect of the estate of Regina Lynn Roberts, who died on 10/27/2022, 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...
A Commodity Food Distribution for Lewis County residents is planned for December 13, 2022 from 12:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Memorial Park. The distribution will be drive through and participants are to remain in their vehicles and South Central Human Resource Agency staff will get the required information needed. SCHRA staff will place the food in the trunk of the client vehicle. More for information, call 931-796-4825....
