Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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story and photos by Graham Kilsby Part of Lewis County and Hohenwald's history was torn down this past week. It was the home of one of the oldest Swiss families who came to Hohenwald at the end of the last century, and had occupied 17 East 1st Street since around 1910. The house, when built, was moved from its original building place at the top of 1st Street opposite the MLEC offices to where it was now, But it wasn't just the well known building that was lost, it was all the memories of this...
There is Hope in Hohenwald, Hohenwald Hope Center Ministries Although Hohenwald is a great place to call home, when it comes to substance abuse and misuse, it falls in line with other rural communities that are being ravaged by drugs. One local organization, Hope Center Ministries, decided they had to take action and try to rehabilitate those who have addictions in a way that lasts. Commission approves last hoop for a new High School, County employee bonuses, increasing pit allowance The Lewis County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, May...
On a recent cold, rainy Saturday morning, members of the Lewis County Elks Lodge #2883 built a much needed new wheelchair ramp for a local family in our community. Pictured, from left, Robb Morse, Vince Williams, Bret Hankins, and James Peery....
by Amanda Spears, Reporter Tony (Pineapple) Barber, 56 Q.) Can you tell me a little about yourself? A.) I was a young kid whose parents were out to sea. It was go to foster care or come live with my grandparents in Hohenwald, Oscar and Carolyn Barber. I stayed there till I married at 21. The absolute best raising I could have ever gotten. Q.) Where did you grow up? A.) I was born in Nevada but I have been in Hohenwald since I was 8 years old. Q.) What is one of your fondest childhood memories?...
On Saturday, December 17, 2022 Members of the Lewis County Elks Lodge #2883 delivered gifts and snacks to 40 residents at AHC Lewis County. The gifts were made possible by a $2000 grant from the National Elks Foundation. Pictured, back, from left Grant Coordinator Carole Hankins, Exalted Ruler Bret Hankins, Don Price, Benjamin Price, and Marti Price; front, AHC Nursing Staff Renee Parker and Gwen Jude....
Preview of the 2023 Legislative Session of the 113th General Assembly Upon completion of organizational tasks, the General Assembly will get to work on issues facing Tennessee. Budget Passing a balanced budget is the most important Constitutional duty of the Tennessee General Assembly and its only required task. The state is in great financial condition despite challenges including inflation, which is impacting not only Tennessee, but the entire country and world. For fiscal year 2022-2023, the...
By Dorothy Warf, Contributing Writer Our weather has truly been what one expects in Tennessee, temperatures at night in the low twenties and in the day up in the fifties which is somewhat normal for this area but mixed in with all this there has been hail and snow mixed with sleet. So far we have had no accumulation of snow for which I am happy. Hopefully where you are the weather has been somewhat more calm and mellow. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Casey Baker, Tony Barber, Burt...
One Day at a Time By “E.T. Trevathan, Contributing Writer Well it is a cool, cloudy and quiet morning here in our little valley. The cats were really hungry this morning and have eaten and now are back on their beds, they know rain is on the way. Bob is washing dishes and I am having my second cup of coffee. The house is warm and we have a small fire in the old wood heating stove. I have had my talk with Jesus and it sure is a peaceful morning. It has been another busy week, we got some more cleaning done. I did take time to work a little m...
Birthdays Connie Harper Churchwell, January 19 Robert Lee Hinson, January 19 Hope Landrum, January 19 Michael Holder, January 19 Christine Fuller, January 19 Katie Hays, January 19 Sherry Barnes Alexander, January 19 Robert Partee, January 19 Wanda Trull, January 19 Bryan Bartel, January 19 Luke Newbold, January 19 Richard Amacher, January 20 Peggy Smotherman, January 20 Bettie Sue Carroll, January 20 Bobby McCann, January 20 Shane Raymer, January 20 Dakota M. Flippo, January 20 Robert E. Sprouse, January 21 Mark Mitchell, January 21 Alton Ray...
Whereas, an excellent public education system is vital to the quality of life of our communities and to the economic development of our State; and Whereas, school board members represent a tremendous resource as local decision makers, diligently working to meet the challenges of a dynamic world while ensuring that every child receives the services needed for a quality education; and Whereas, school board members support and appreciate the efforts of students educators, and administrators which...
The Lewis County Public Library and Archives contacted their North Pole partners to invite a story time friend to visit Hohenwald for the month of December! Jaimee Jingerbread (Library Assistant Jaimee Troutt) is the North Pole's very own Story Time Elf. She visited Lewis County Elementary School's Preschool, Kindergarten, and First Grade classes; Lewis County HeadStart, Lomax Day School, Hickman County Elementary School, and hosted tours with her friend Crystal Kringle (Library Director...
January 15, 1953 The Lewis County Quarterly Court voted unanimously on a resolution adopting an anti-rabies law for Lewis County. The city already had enacted a rabies law, but was unable to enforce it due to the county not having the same law. The Court also appropriated $1,500 for the re-establishment of the Health Unit in Lewis County in cooperation with the State Health Department. R.C. Spann, City Recorder, reported that at least one rabid dog had been killed in the city and that several...
It’s an amenity that most consumers take for granted. It’s an amenity that most retailers/professionals grudgingly accept as a cost of doing business. But I simply must salute those businesspeople who provide the miracle of indoor plumbing to their patrons. When traveling or shopping, a restroom can be a lifesaver. We use the euphemism “when Nature calls,” but Nature doesn’t usually phone ahead. It shows up unannounced, kicking the front door in and toting two weeks’ worth of luggage. I...
On January 1, 2023, Kerry Cagle officially began serving as the interim Highway Commissioner for Lewis County. Mr. Cagle took office as a result of the recent retirement of former Lewis County Highway Commissioner Joyce Holt, effective December 31, 2022. Mr. Cagle will serve as the interim Highway Commissioner until the Lewis County Board of Commissioners officially appoints an individual to serve out the remainder of Mrs. Holt's term. That appointment is scheduled to take place at their...
Lewis County Government was recently awarded a $630,000 grant from the Tennessee Department of Community and Economic Development. The county will partner with the City of Hohenwald and use these funds to improve the water infrastructure and sewer system here in our community. Pictured, from left, Lea Thomason and Kayla Baxter of the South Central Tennessee Development District; Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner; Lewis County Commissioner Austin Carroll; and Lewis County Government Chief...
Darryl Thomas Wherry, in the news recently due to his business Paw Paw’s Porch Pet Spa’s involvement with Boomer, a pet dog owned by customer Barri Comer, was seen in court for the first time Thursday, January 5, 2022, before the honorable Judge Michael E. Hinson. Wherry pled no contest and was found guilty of theft under $1000. Hinson said, “This is something you did. It’s not who you are. I still appreciate what you have done and what you still do for this community.” He is fined $1000, is ordered to serve 11 months and 29 days on probation...
March 2022 Terry Bunch retires Terry Bunch retired as director of the Hohenwald Housing Authority. “It’s finally time to hand the reins over to someone new,” said Terry, “in this case to a good friend, another former Mayor, this time of the City - Johnny Clayton - who will take over running the Hohenwald Housing Authority in a matter of weeks after we have done a couple of weeks training.” Major drug bust Drug charges including methamphetamine-manufacture, deliver, sell, possess and driving while in possession of methamphetamine were placed ag...
MARTIN, Tenn.—The outstanding academic achievements of undergraduate students at the University of Tennessee at Martin have been honored with publication of the Fall 2022 Chancellor’s Honor Rolls for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, College of Business and Global Affairs, College of Education, Health, and Behavioral Sciences, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. From Hohenwald – Leighton A. Carroll, High Honors; Jamie D. Edmondson, High Honors; Ethan K. Fransen, Highest Honors;...
The following was submitted by Lewis County Sheriff Dwayne Kilpatrick for September 29-October 19, 2020. This is a record of law enforcement action and is neither intended to imply innocence nor guilt of charges placed. Jerry Brewer, Grinders Creek, was charged with burglary and theft of property on December 19. April Ferguson, Overhead Bridge Road, Hampshire, was charged with aggravated assault on December 20. Mary Lightner, Tennessee Gas Drive, Lobelville, was charged with failure to appear on December 21. Paul Gaskin, Apple Orchard Lane,...
16 East Main Street became the new home to long-time restaurant, Pizza Hut. On Thursday, January 5, 2022, the team opened the doors to their new location between McDonald's and Subway. "This location is in the center of the fast food hub. It's a better fit for us and our customers," said General Manager Tammy Pate. "When the buffet closed 3 years ago, our need for space downsized dramatically. The new location is a more updated version of Pizza Hut, more efficient for accommodating to better se...
Five Generations - Front, from left, are Elliot Burke, great-great-grandmother Linda Parker holding Ivy Burke, and Oliver Burke; back, Alischa Burker, great-grandmother Karen Kendrick, and grandmother Mandy Pettis....
By “E.T. Trevathan, Contributing Writer Well it is a cool and rainy morning here in our little valley, the old wood heating stove is going and doing its job, the house is nice and warm. The weather forecasters say we may have some sunshine by the middle of the week but also we may see some snow flurries by the end of the week, it still is wintertime. The cats were really hungry this morning and they were ready for some warm milk. They are back in their beds now. Bob has got the breakfast dishes done and the kitchen spotless. He made me a s...
Birthdays Kaden Salyers, January 12 Frances Floyd, January 12 Adam Barber, January 12 Rita Hensley Fitts, January 12 Clara Curry, January 12 China Katherine McKnight, January 12 Joyce Johnson, January 13 Marsha Johnston, January 13 Larry Walton, January 13 Jennifer Pope, January 13 Phaedra O’Niell, January 13 Audry Nutt, January 14 Tommy Campbell, January 14 Greg Dole, January 14 Pamela Hinson, January 14 Braden Pace, January 14 Jereka Stewart, January 14 Kezden Salyers, January 14 Mark Sisco, January 15 Floyd Staggs, January 15 Jennifer D...
Jackie Lawson, 65 by Amanda Spears, Reporter I got a call on December 29, 2022 nominating Jackie Lawson for her heroic role that morning before daylight! When I called Jackie to set up a meeting time, she said I'm no hero, I did what I think anyone whould do. She went on to say she is humbled to say the least. Hope you all enjoy getting to know her! Q.) Can you tell me why you feel you were nominated for person of the week? A.) Because someone thought I was deserving because I woke the Cramer fa...
By Dorothy Warf, Contributing Writer Last Wednesday around midnight many in the area were awaken by terrible noise as hail was falling and it really was loud especially on tin roofs and there was thunder and lightening with heavy rain. I was afraid a tornado would follow all this. The temperature also rose during the night which is unusual. We have had cool temperatures in the day and cold at night in the upper twenties. Hopefully there was not any damage from the hail in your area. My buttercups are up and I fear that they are way too early,...
