Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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It is a noted fact that we have some cool spells which some call dogwood winter, blackberry winter and other winters but I wonder what this one is called. It was 35 degrees at my house about six am and know some other places in the area it was probably colder but maybe it will not be harmful to the plants which many already have in the gardens and even the fl owers and shrubs which are blooming along with other things that are showing eff orts of what summer promises. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the...
On April 14, the wheelchair ramp team from First United Methodist Church in Columbia came to build a wheelchair ramp for Sharron Neal in Hohenwald. Miss Neal was in need of the ramp to help her get to and from doctor’s appointments. These men built this mission project at no cost to the home owner. Participating in building the ramp were Allen Lentz, Bill K, Dan Lentz, Ed Harris, Hugh Erwin, Mac Holt, Tom Matyskiela, Gary May and Rick Hamilton....
Well it is a cool spring morning here in our little valley. We had a really good rain last night, everything was starting to get dry and we were beginning to really need some rain. Now this morning everything is fresh and clean, the sun is shining and it is going to be a beautiful day. The cats have had their breakfast and they are now watching the birds eat their leftover cat food. We have some brave little birds around here. Bob is through washing the breakfast dishes and the kitchen is clean. I am having my coff ee, I have got a busy day...
The Lewis County Historical Society will meet on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Senior Citizens building. Matt Tiller with the Lewis County Sheriff ’s Department will be presenting a program to help us as senior citizens to remain safe in our homes as well as when we are out and about in our daily lives. This program will be especially benefi cial to those who live alone and maybe need to depend on others for help. Please make plans to attend and bring a friend and come and learn how to better take care of yourself and be safe, s...
April 23, 1953 Malcolm Baxter was promoted to the grade of Airman First Class in the U.S. Air Force. A boxing tournament, sponsored by the F.F.A., was planned for the LCHS football fi eld on April 27. Admission would be 20 and 35 cents. Hohenwald Dry Cleaners announced that they added new equipment to their business allowing clothes to be rinsed in 3,000 gallons of clean solvent per hour. Malcolm Baxter was promoted in the U. S. Air Force to the rank of Airman Second Class. Bill Turnbow...
The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at 6:02 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, Cassie Couch, Vice- Chair Paula Dyer, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, and Sallie Pollock. Prior to the regular scheduled meeting, a workshop was held beginning at 5:30 p.m. During the workshop Natasha Stewart and her...
Tennessee Senate Protects Workers’ Freedom The Senate has reaffi rmed their commitment to protect workers’ freedom by passing legislation to prevent coercion in union-organizing elections and secure workers’ rights to secret ballot union elections. When a workplace decides to vote on unionizing, it is often done in an open election with workers’ choices made public to union organizers. Due to the lack of privacy of the vote, many workers are subjected to a public pressure campaign by union o...
Eighth grade students earning a spot in the top ten were, from left, 1. Raylee Baker, 2. Kobe Feichtinger, 3. Bo Banks, 4. Kyle Runions, 5. Kabry Adkins, 6. Asher Webb, 7. Ezekiel Wiebe, 8. Siobhan Sommers, and 9. Dakota Hull. Not pictured, 10. Elyssa Villarreal....
The teachers of the year were recognized for their hard work and was presented a gift from the board, American Fidelity and Trane. Pictured, from left, Krista Hinson, Becky Stewart, Brooke Clayton, and William Collier....
Recognition of SCOPE students were given by Jason Fite and certifi cates were presented by Lindsey Himes and Paula Dyer. Pictured from left, Board Member Paula Dyer, Jaxon Fite, Board Member Lindsey Himes, and Cole Spann. Not pictured were Zoie Clark and Andalyn Himes....
The discussion on the 2nd amendment is front and center again. The Biden administration is saying ignorant, untrue things, like the 2nd is not absolute, that the Government has the right to restrict and abridge this amendment. This is false and I’m going to back that up with all the information you need to fi ght this fi ght, so pay attention! Regarding the Federal Government’s ability to impose, “reasonable restraint”, which has now become its mantra. Supporters of the 2nd Amendment claim that they have a constitutional right to keep and bea...
Hankins Ridge Farms sponsored two local riders that competed Saturday, April 22, at the Wayne County Bridle and Saddle Club. Pictured are Faith Richards, 7 years old, riding Sundrop, and Della Caamal, 6 years old, riding Sis. Faith won fi rst place in Lead Line, and Della won second place in Lead Line category....
At approximately the time this column is uploaded to the syndicate website, I will be attending the funeral of my Aunt Jean. I’m sure the eulogist will wax eloquent about heaven, but I want to nominate Aunt Jean to the Babysitter Hall of Fame. When I was six and my brother Dwight was four, our parents dumped … er, entrusted… us to Aunt Jean while they attended a social event at the local municipal recreation center. A boringly routine assignment, except that as soon as our parents drove away, Dw...
Tennessee’s FFA program is among the top fi ve largest in the nation and new state leaders are in place at the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) to ensure the program remains strong. “Youth agricultural education is a priority for TDA,” Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. said. “We are proud to be a part of the early agricultural experiences that FFA provides to help Tennessee develop our future ag industry leaders The FFA leadership team at TDA is in place and already working with students, teachers, and stakeho...
The Lewis County Board of Commissioners met in regular session Monday night, April 17. After the pledge and prayer, roll call was made. Commissioners Aren Ragsdale was absent. Before opening the floor for public input, Mayor Jonah Keltner addressed an heroic act by a trustee working at the Lewis County Transfer Station by presenting him with a certificate of appreciation. See the story on page A-4. Once the floor opened, Twila Pigg, Lewis County 911 Dispatcher, addressed the commission regarding...
Oliver Fiberglass Products, a leading manufacturer of fiberglass products in Hohenwald, Tennessee, celebrated the major milestone of 150,000 Safe Step Walk-In Tubs sold on Thursday, April 6. Safe Step Walk-In Tub, a leading provider of walk-in bathing products, has had an exclusive manufacturing partnership with Oliver for several years. They are both thrilled about their success and the ability to help so many people live safer, healthier lives with these products. The Safe Step Walk-In Tub is...
Christian Pelkey and Natasha Courter are the newest graduates of the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy. The Lewis County Sheriff's Deputies graduated the twelve week program on March 31st, 2023....
Circuit Court Judge David Allen administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Assistant District Attorney Brittany Spears on Monday, April 17, where she will serve under District Attorney Brent Cooper for the 22nd Judicial District comprised of Maury, Wayne, Lawrence and Giles Counties. Spears began working for the District Attorney’s Office in April 2018 as a case worker in the Child Support Division. She recently graduated from Nashville School of Law and passed the Bar exam. S...
Lewis County students begin TCAP testing this week and State Senator Dr. Joey Hensley met with the third grade faculty last Friday, April 14, 2023 to discuss upcoming legislation that bases a pass/fail on the state test. Third grade students who score less than 50 percent in Reading proficiency will have options to be retested, attend summer camp at school and tutoring after school next year to help make appropriate gains or the student may be retained and repeat third grade. Tennessee...
Lewis and Clark researcher Charles Crase will discuss the trails used by Lewis and Clark before, during, and post expedition in a presentation to be held at Lewis County Public Library and Archives on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 1 p.m. A number of maps will also be on display. Charles Crase is the president of the Ohio River Chapter of the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation and has served on the national board for the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation. He has organized and partici...
Party for the Planet is one of North America’s largest celebrations for our earth, beginning on Earth Day and running through Endangered Species Day in May and World Oceans Day in June. More than 120 sanctuaries, zoos, and aquariums across the country are participating. To kick things off this Earth Day, we invite you to join us at The Elephant Discovery Center in downtown Hohenwald, Tennessee, for a community-wide cleanup event on April 22! Elephants are a keystone species and are vital in keeping their environment thriving. Like elephants, h...
Lewis County High School seniors signed with Tennessee College of Applied Hohenwald on April 13, 2023. TCAT Signing Day is a national event where seniors commit to a post-secondary institute upon graduation. Lewis County High School had the highest number of seniors this year compared to past years. Approximately 30 high school seniors signed with TCAT Hohenwald. Lewis County Schools wants to congratulate all those who committed to furthering their post-secondary education. These seniors have...
It’s not everyday, you get a chance to be a hero. For Taylor (Brett) King, his opportunity presented itself March 6th, while working at the Lewis County Transfer Station. Mr. King was working when a female customer pulled her vehicle up to discard trash. She was getting out of the car when her foot got hung in the door while still in reverse, and she fell. The vehicle began rolling backwards in reverse as she was hanging out of it, crying for help. Mr. King didn’t hesitate as he jumped into her...
The 4th great-granddaughter of Dr. Antoine Saugrain, Char Ollinger Waughtel, spoke about her famous ancestor and his connection to Lewis and Clark at the Lewis County Public Library and Archives on Saturday, April 15, 2023. This event was one of many Lewis and Clark Lectures held at the library in conjunction with “Reimagining America: The Maps of Lewis and Clark,” a traveling exhibit on display at the Hohenwald Depot through May 6th....
Judson Grey Barber was born March 30 at 7:39 p.m. weighing 6 lbs. 14 ounces and was 19 inches long. His parents are Josh & Johna Barber, both of Hohenwald. He is the grandson of Kaye & Ricky Barnes, Idell Barber and the late John Barber, all of Hohenwald. He was welcomed home by his older brother, Tyler, and two older sisters, Janessah & EJ....
