Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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CAMPBELL COUNTY – A joint investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the LaFollette Police Department has resulted in the arrest of four people in connection to an overdose death. On January 29th, TBI special agents joined investigators with the LaFollette Police Department in investigating the death of Rosezetta Wilson Morris (DOB: 6/11/72) after she was found deceased at her home in the 500 block of W 4th Street in LaFollette. Her cause of death was determined to be an overdose caused by fentanyl toxicity. During the course o...
It was the Constitution that made the War of Independence a Revolution Celebrating Constitution Day Our nation celebrated a very important birthday on September 17. On this date 231 years ago, 39 delegates of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed the greatest protection of life, liberty and property the world has ever seen – the U.S. Constitution. It is altogether appropriate that we stop and reflect on this amazing document and what it means to us as Americans. That is why I s...
Our Lewis County EMT, Fire Dept., Police Dept. and Sheriffs Dept. Couldn't do it with out you all....
Trevor Osborne, shown here, apprehended this potentially 70 year old subject traveling on Swan Avenue near Industrial Avenue Tuesday morning, September 26th. The subject, an African Spurred Tortoise, is thought to be an escapee or intentionally let go. He weighed approximately 60 lbs at the time of apprehension and was moving at a surprisingly slow rate of speed. The tortoise, found to be in no violation of any law, was placed with a foster home that has experience with his k...
Hot peppers bring tears to my eyes, but so does a family anecdote from my young adulthood. I was living with my parents and slept during the day because I worked graveyard shift. One day my mother and brother brought home some pork barbecue for lunch. They pounced on the delicacy, chortling because I was missing out. (We’re a quasi-functional family, okay?) They should not have accepted the “hot” version of the sauce. Bypassing “4 alarm,” my mother’s mouth went straight to DEFCON 1. Her tongue...
This past week was a difficult one for our family as one of our two beloved Siberian Huskies passed away. She was a red husky with light blue eyes and at 16 years old, she had lived a very robust life. Nevertheless, it’s not an easy thing. My husband requested that I do a portrait of her for him in her memory. Animal paintings are really not my wheelhouse (since I’m more of an Abstract Expressionist painter.) However, I wanted to give this heartfelt endeavor a go. In a previous article, I wrote about the importance of art journals and I rem...
Case number 2023-PR-44 in the matter of the estate of Joe Thomas Shipp, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on the 14th day of September, 2023, Letters Testamentary in respect of the estate of Joe Thomas Shipp, who died on January 6, 2023, 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...
We have been having some much welcome fall weather and it is now fall or autumn whichever you like. The night and early morning temperatures have been in the fifties and low sixties, which is a welcome from the high temperatures we experienced a few weeks ago. The leaves are really falling which means more mowing to cut them up or raking the yards. My patio has large trees next to it so there are leaves on it every day. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Kasey Baker, Joyce Barnes, Colene...
Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior Officers has been announced....
Well it sure is a beautiful Fall morning here in our little valley. It is cool here on the front porch, I have got a warm blanket draped over me and I have got a cup of hot coffee. The sun is shining and the trees have some pretty Fall colors on them already. The cats have ate their breakfast and are now enjoying the warm sunshine on this cool Fall morning. Before long it will be too cold to sit out here on the porch. In just under three short months it will be Wintertime, cold weather is on the way. We have been getting ready for the coming...
September 24, 1953 The main headline for the week was “Visit the Bloodmobile Here, Friday, September 25th; Save A Life.” The City of Hohenwald placed a notice in the paper stating that “All traffic violators are warned that City Law enforcement officers will enforce the City Traffic Ordinance of the City of Hohenwald to the fullest extent, and everyone caught violating the Traffic Ordinance will be given traffic tickets and punished to the fullest extent of the law.” Robert J. Ramstead replaced Fred Rouch as Superintendent of the Meriwet...
The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Lewis County Board of Education board meeting room located at 206 South Court Street, Hohenwald, Tn. With the exception of Phyllis Townsend, all board members present were Chair Lindsey Himes, Glenda Atkinson, Derek Cotham, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, and Sallie Pollock. Vice Chair Paula Dyer joined the meeting electronically due to illness. A workshop was held at 5:30 p.m. prior to the regular scheduled meeting. The invocation was...
Q.) How many years have you been in the education profession? What made you gravitate towards it? A.) This is my 24th year teaching 2nd grade at Lewis County Elementary School. I have always loved school and learning. I wanted to share this love with others. Q.) What is the most rewarding part of your job as an educator? Can you tell me a little about how being an educator has influenced you or what it has taught you over the years? A.) The most rewarding part of teaching is seeing the...
Brian Peery was recognized with an award at the Lewis County Board of Commissioners meeting Monday, September 26th. Peery was recently featured in Tennessee Home and Farm Magazine for being a fifth-generation farmer in addition to teaching high school agriculture and advising FFA in Lewis County. The article reads as follows: With roots deep in Lewis County and a heart for students, Brian Peery has made a mark on his community. From driving the school bus to being the fourth generation in his family to serve as county commissioner, he's done...
Randy Norwood was recently hired by Lewis County Government to serve as the county's Litter Control Specialist and Dog Catcher. "We're excited to have Mr. Norwood join our team," stated Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner. "His primary job is picking up litter along the right-of-way of county roads, and investing county dump sites; but he's also responsible for picking up stray and vicious dogs out in the county." Last month Mr. Norwood and his family were honored with an "Animal Control Officer...
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 GROUP OF NA The Newcomers Group of NA meets seven days a week, Wednesday is a 12 noon meeting and the other six days of the week start at 7 p.m. at 200 South Court Street, basement of First United Methodist Church. These are...
The Coach’s Corner Farmers Market Hohenwald/Lewis County Memorial Park Every Thursday 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. THIS IS THE LAST WEEK! Area Wide Singing Lomax Church of Christ, 320 Darbytown Rd. September 29, 2023 7:00 p.m. Food will be served at 5:30 p.m....
The following is the City of Hohenwald Police Report for September 12-19, 2023. This is a record of police action and is not intended to imply innocence or guilt of charges placed. Norris Endsley, homeless, was charged with burglary and theft of property on September 12. Benjamin R. De Ford, County Hills Court Rolla, MO, was charged with simple possession/casual exchange and burglary on September 13. William B. Shirley, West Main Street, was charged with violation of bond conditions and resisting stop-arrest on September 18. Aaron C. Shirley,...
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The 10th Annual Philbilly Cancer Ride was held Saturday, September 16. The event raised $15,000 for the Lewis County Cancer Victims Fund. There were a total of 50 motorcycles and a record number of car riders due to the rainy weather. The auction was a huge success as always with the highest bid being $2,000 for a set of custom cornhole boards hand-crafted by Shayla Lay. The total miles ridden was a little over 150 miles. This ride is organized by Phillip "Philbilly" Andrews, his dad, William...
Complaints of panhandling, theft and loitering have risen in 2023, and a majority of those are coming from citizens referring to unsheltered, unemployed people walking the streets of Hohenwald. Prior to the recent uptick, the homeless population in this community has stayed almost hidden. Staying on a friend or family member’s couch, living night-to-night at motels and in abandoned buildings around town has been the norm in this circle. However, according to the outcry of many locals, it has b...
Lewis County is currently ranked in the top quarter of Tennessee counties in child well-being. The Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth (TCCY) recently released its 2023 County Profiles of Child Well-Being in the state of Tennessee, and out of 95 counties, Lewis County ranked 13th overall in child well-being. According to the TCCY, each profile takes into account 52 indicators in that affect child development. This includes economic well-being, education, health, family and community. Lewis County’s strongest indicator was the percent o...
Imagine coming into work at your small business to find money missing, then watching the security camera footage to see who took it was the same man walking the streets of Hohenwald in a tin foil hat and Scream mask days before. That's exactly what happened to local salon owner, Taylor Swanson. On September 12 at approximately 11:06 a.m., Officer Osborne and Investigator Bridges responded to TLC Hair Salon on East Linden Avenue where they were met by Mrs. Swanson who stated she was missing $100...
The Sanctuary is excited to announce the safe arrival of African elephant Donna on September 13. Donna made the journey from Oakland, California, to Hohenwald, Tennessee, alongside dedicated zoo staff and veterinarian. Upon her arrival at The Sanctuary, Donna approached her new barn with a deliberate pace, meticulously examining every detail with her trunk. With lots of trumpets and rumbles, Donna dusted herself with sand and engaged with the enrichment provided by The Sanctuary Staff. She snacked on fresh watermelon and hydrating banana...
Billy Robin Runions passed away at Maury Regional in Columbia on September 14, 2023, at the age of 69. He was born in Hohenwald on December 16, 1953, to the late Mack Allen Runions and Rebecca (Himes) Runions. Billy was an avid fisherman, he spent countless hours by the water. He enjoyed hunting and the calm of the woods around him. Billy’s hands were rarely idle. He had a knack for tinkering with vehicles, turning rusted pieces into shiny treasures. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Donald Runions, his s...
