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  • Tyrades

    Danny Tyree|Dec 28, 2023

    “Just when you think it’s safe to be a jerk on the roadway…” Motorists in many cities have grown accustomed to the likelihood of having their license plate photographed if they exceed the posted speed limit and/or run a red light. (Sadly, other motorists are shocked -- shocked, I tell you -- every single time they receive a citation. It’s like we have GOLDFISH behind the wheel of a hot rod! But I digress.) Now New York City and other municipalities are experimenting with noise cameras (sometime...

  • The Art of Transition in Home and Fashion: Color Is Back

    Elissa Tracy|Dec 28, 2023

    A dynamic shift is underway in 2024, signaling a departure from the stark minimalism and monochromatic palettes that have defined the past decade. Emerging trends suggest a resurgence of opulence, with a particular emphasis on the infusion of jewel-toned colors. This transformative movement encourages individuals to break away from the restrained aesthetic of recent years and embrace the lavish allure of colors like emerald green, sapphire blue, and deep burgundy. Don’t worry if you adore the mono-chromatic whites, creams and browns there is no...

  • FOCUS ON VIBRANT HEALTH

    Dec 28, 2023

    You should have enough energy to do the things that need to be done in your life and that bring you pleasure. You should be able to think well and creatively. And to have this as you age. WHAT IS ILLNESS? People have been around for thousands of years. It has only been in the last 100 years that so many have been sick with chronic diseases that affect everyday life. This is true of both adults and children. Examples include cancer, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, asthma, allergies, mental...

  • MEETINGS IN LEWIS COUNTY

    Amanda Spears|Dec 28, 2023

    A PLACE TO BELONG A Place to Belong is a Mental Health Suport Group. In person meetings have not been started yet. Interested persons can join their lives on their Facebook page. RTC-RECOVERY THROUGH CHRIST RTC meets every Sunday at 6 p.m at the Blondy Church Office Building at 529 Swan Ave. SENIOR FITNESS CLASSES Senior Health and Fitness classes with Ann Mobley are scheduled to be held every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m at the Lewis County Senior Center. For more information, call 796-5558 NEWCOMERS...

  • Barking in the New Year: Pet Parents' Pawsome Resolutions

    Dec 28, 2023

    As we leap into a new year, pet parents across the U.S. are setting their sights on pawsome resolutions to ensure their furry companions lead happy, healthy, and tail-wagging lives. TripsWithPets.com surveyed dedicated pet moms and dads to discover their top resolutions for 2024, and the results are in! From health and wellness check-ups to socialization adventures, here’s a glimpse into what the pet-loving community has in store for their four-legged family members. 1. Health and Wellness Check-ups (22%) The leading resolution for 22% of respo...

  • Ground Chicken Meatballs

    Dec 28, 2023

    New Year's Eve marks a time when people reflect on what they accomplished over the past year and make plans for the future. In addition to being a time for reflection, New Year's Eve provides is one last opportunity to party during the holiday season. Whether one is standing in New York City's Times Square to watch the crystal ball drop, dancing to upbeat tunes at a club, or hosting a cocktail party for a dozen or so close friends, there are plenty of ways to celebrate. Finger foods are right...

  • State releases ACT results

    Dec 28, 2023

    Today, the Tennessee Department of Education released the ACT state results and participation rate for the 2023 graduating class. Thanks to efforts by schools and districts to encourage student participation on the ACT, the overall statewide participation rate for the 2023 graduating class improved to 99 percent, with 64,422 graduates tested. This year, the state average composite ACT score remained steady at 19.0 for the 2023 graduating class. The ACT provides important measures to understand students’ college and career readiness and how Tenn...

  • Sheriff Report

    Dec 28, 2023

    The following is the Lewis County Sheriff Department report for December 13, 2023- December 19, 2023. This is a record of police action and is not intended to imply innocence or guilt of charges placed. Amber Groves, Rush Branch Road, was charged with violation of probation on December 19. Lindsey Inman, Dailey Street, Summertown, was charged with domestic assault on December 17. Joshua McCann, Swiss Colony Road, was charged with methamphetamine-manufacture/delivery/sale; resisting stop/frisk/halt arrest; and unlawful drug paraphernalia on...

  • Tennessee in Top 3rd of States for Increased College Entrants

    Dec 28, 2023

    Four the Future Recently there’s been increased conversation over the value of a college degree. We, the presidents of Tennessee’s public universities represented by this consortium, are working together to deliver a unified message: Yes, a public university degree is worth it, and it is especially valuable in Tennessee. Through financial aid and scholarships like Tennessee HOPE, many Tennesseans have access to college free of tuition and mandatory fees. Nearly half of all public university students in Tennessee graduate without debt. A four-ye...