Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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During the month of November, the Tennessee Department of Education is celebrating Career Development Month by highlighting the Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Innovative School Models (ISM) programs that provide every student the necessary skills to pursue postsecondary education and high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand careers. Additionally in November, the department will recognize Early Postsecondary Opportunities (EPSO) Week, November 11-15, and National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), November 18-22. Schools, educators, and districts...
By Andi McClintic, assistant director of Lending Services with the Center for Rural Affairs As November begins, so does the busiest shopping season of the year. We’re familiar with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but let’s not overlook Small Business Saturday—a day dedicated to supporting the businesses that keep our communities vibrant and unique. On this day, shop small and make an impact close to home by supporting the shops, services, and makers in our own backyards. Rural and local businesses face unique pressures. They compete not only...
In its final two contests for the season the LCHS Marching Band finished strong with a return to state finals after twenty-five years. On October 26, the week before the state championship, the band competed in the Pulaski Classic Marching Competition. Results from that contest of the nine bands in Class A/AA competition include 3rd place Colorguard, 2nd place Visual, 2nd place Music, and 2nd place Band. This past Saturday, November 2, the band achieved state finalist ranking in the Tennessee St...
The Tennessee State Museum will present an exhibit that focuses on the development and legacies of Rosenwald Schools in Tennessee. It traces the history of education for black Tennesseans from the Reconstruction period through the development of the Rosenwald Program into the present day. The exhibit will begin November 13 for two weeks at the Lewis County Senior Citizens Building which was formerly a Rosenwald School....
All schools and central office will be closed on November 25, 2024 through November 29, 2024 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday....
Lewis County Grand Jury of the Circuit Court met November 4, 2024 with the Honorable Michael E. Spitzer, Judge of the Thirty-Second Circuit Court at Hohenwald, presiding. Following one day of examining 9 witnesses, 47 true bills and 0 no true bills were found where the proof justified....
There will be two Veterans Day Programs this year. The Lewis County High School will have a program for all Veterans at 8:15 AM, Nov. 8th. All Veterans need to be at high school by 7:45 AM. The Elementary School will have their beloved annual program at 9:30 AM, Nov. 8th. All Veterans are invited. November 11th: American Legion and V.F.W will start their parade at 10:30 AM from the Church of Christ parking lot on South Park Street. Everyone wishing to be in the parade should be at the Hohenwald Church of Christ parking lot by 10:00 AM. We will...
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Next week, Governor Lee will kick off a series of budget hearings with departments and agencies of state government regarding their appropriations needs in the 2025/2026 fiscal year. These are important hearings and mark the beginning of the budget process which will conclude with passage of the budget at the end of session in 2025. I will provide updates on these budget hearings as they unfold. Ahead of the budget hearings, the following is a review of the 2024/2025 budget we passed in the...
The following is the Lewis County Sheriff Department report for October 29th-November 04, 2024. This is a record of police action and is not intended to imply innocence or guilt of charges placed. * Aaron Kase Hawkins, Leland Road, Summertown,TN was charged with methamphetamine-manufacture, deliver on October 28th, 2024. * Ashley Nicole Hobbs, Mercury Street, Hohenwald, TN was charged with theft of property and illegal possession of a credit card on November 02, 2024....
The following is the City of Hohenwald Police Report for October 25th-November 2, 2024. This is a record of police action and is not intended to imply innocence or guilt of charges placed. October 25, 2024 Rebecca T. Bates, Garrison Road, Hohenwald, TN charged with shoplifting. October 28, 2024 Aleczandria B. Blocker, Beverly Avenue, was charged with shoplifting. October 28, 2024 Amber C. Smith, Pineview Road Lobelville, TN was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license. November 2, 2024 Jeffery W. Anderson, N. Oak Street, was c...
We just finished the time change of the year which many do not like, because of the daylight hours, but then some like it this way. I would love to stay the way we just changed from but that doesn’t seem to matter to many who have the say of what we do. It has been so dry that the leaves are really falling, and the trees will soon be bare, the ones that lose their leaves. If you smoke and are used to tossing your cigarettes and other items that might have fire to them, please be careful for one tossed out along the road could start a fire that...
November 5, 2024 is the day. If you didn't head to the Election Office to cast your ballot during the early voting period, then Tuesday, November 5th is the day you need to make your voice heard. The next four years literally depend on you. Get off the couch, leave early from work, skip the meal out for lunch, and get your body to your precinct, and vote. The official ballot for Lewis County can be found on page A7 and includes elections for the following: President and Vice President of the...
Lawrence County Sheriff's Deputies stopped a vehicle on Waterloo Road in Lawrence County around 9:30 p.m. on October 16th. One of the occupants, Jose Antonio Lopez Jr, who currently has multiple warrants for his arrest, was observed in the vehicle. Shortly after coming to a stop, Lopez takes control of the vehicle and hits Sheriff's Deputy Robert Klein knocking him to the ground in an adjacent ditch. Deputy Klein, immediately before being struck by the vehicle, fired a single shot through the fr...
Earlier this month, the Tennessee County Services Association held its annual Fall Conference and Trade Show at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Murfreesboro, TN. Among the many meetings and events that took place was the organization's annual Awards Banquet and Dinner. During the banquet, Lewis County's "Buffalo River Blueway Project" was selected as one of just seven "County Success Stories" across the entire state to receive an award, along with projects from Anderson, Cumberland, Fentress,...
When Tennesseans across the state cast their ballots for the upcoming November 5 election, we can all take comfort knowing that Tennessee elections are among the top run in the country. Every election matters. From the local school board, to the United States Presidential election it is imperative that every vote counts. In the General Assembly, we recognize the importance of election integrity and have taken many steps over the years to ensure the ballot box is protected. This year, I was...
In the wake of the devastating flooding caused in Tennessee and across the southeast by recent hurricanes, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee Motor Vehicle Commission reminds car buyers to be alert for flood-damaged vehicles from other states being sold by scammers to unsuspecting Volunteer State consumers. After severe flooding or natural disasters such as Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, owners of flooded vehicles that may have been declared total losses by insurance companies may be allowed to...
From October 21st to October 24th, LCF&R responded to several incidents. October 21st: 12:43 p.m. - Medical call on Kittrel. October 22nd: 2:25 p.m. - Medical call on Walnut Circle. 8:55 p.m. - Alarm call on S. Park. October 23rd: 2:40 p.m. - Child locked in car on Tammy Lane. 3:26 p.m. - Medical on S. Oak. October 24th: 3:38 p.m. - Medical on W. 2nd. 3:40 p.m. - Medical on Stetiler. 6:38 p.m. - Medical on Walnut Circle....
With 2024 reports warning that obesity remains an ominous health threat across America, the avoidable condition is plaguing almost half (42.7%) of the U.S. population. This scary statistic is that much more frightful as the calorie-packed Halloween holiday looms large. However, there’s no need to fret as one weight-wise wellness company will pay you cold hard cash for your candy! This amid the kick-off of HealthyWage’s “Cash for Candy” program, which pays individuals $10 per pound of candy up to $100 per person—and up to $10,000 in collectiv...
Several surrounding counties have found it necessary to release a statement regarding posing as a police officer. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office released the following statement: “It has been brought to the attention of the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office that someone is calling and sending text messages to citizens of Lawrence County and the surrounding counties posing as one of our investigators. The person is impersonating Sergeant Garrett Brown, who is an actual investigator with our department. It appears that this person’s intent...
by Dorothy Warf Those I know of in the community who are sick and suffering or in the hospital or home shut-ins are Girdie Carroll, Bonnie Runions, Pam James Carroll, Polly Edwards, Paul Gandy, Addie Steel, Nita Cottrel, Judy O’Guin, Elizabeth Boggs, Lillie Mitchell, Linda Butler, Robert and Pat Dickson, and Roger Pace. Also, remember those who are in the nursing homes and say a special prayer for those in need following the storms and fires and all other tragedies around the world. Prayers for those who have lost loved ones: Dreama Russell P...
October 28, 1954 Mayor W.C. Keaton signed a proclamation naming October 20 to November 11 as American Legion Weeks. Over 709 men and women were summoned to the court for jury selection in the trial of a Lewis County man accused of murdering his wife. In addition to reporting on the testimony presented to the jury, the Herald noted that “overflowing crowds have attended the court since the case began, likely the largest ever for a murder trial in Lewis County.” The footings and part of the flo...
“Hey, Jo, I am new in town, can you tell me the main events that take place in our community, and who to contact regarding sponsorship and/or vendor services?” Guete Daag! Here is a quick guide to some of the community’s main events, along with contacts for those interested in sponsorship or vendor opportunities. Veterans & Memorial Day Parades/Programs: These annual events are held to honor and in honor of the brave service men and women who fight and fought to keep us free. Community members, civic organizations, and the schools all get i...
I spoke with Josh Adair over the phone one day to explore why he chose to enter into the funeral and mortuary services business. His reasonings were simple and his intent selfless; he entered this industry to serve others during the lowest and darkest times of their lives and to help them find a pathway to closure. Josh and Diene's involvement with Jr. Pro Cheer and Football is one of their favorite ways to serve, by serving the youth of this community. Both have a heart for children, and enjoy...
A planned power outage is set for portions of Lewis County on November 6. It will begin at 11 p.m., and the system will return to normal by 1 a.m. Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative will use this time to complete a service upgrade that has been ongoing near the Hohenwald Substation for several weeks. Areas affected include downtown Hohenwald south of Main Street, 48 South, Rockhouse Road and Buffalo Road to Wayne County, as well as all of Summertown Highway to just west of Summertown. Also,...
