Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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On April 5, Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Colonel Matt Perry welcomed the newest graduating classes of Tennessee State Troopers. The department simultaneously instructed a regular 17-week trooper cadet class and an 11-week lateral trooper cadet class. The lateral class returned from their district assignments for the graduation ceremony that took place at Donelson First in Nashville, Tennessee. Governor Bill Lee served as the keynote speaker during the graduation ceremony...
On Monday, March 25th the US branch of the 15-nation Hellenic Institute of Cultural Diplomacy in Nashville was honored to host Greek Consul-Atlanta, Excellency Theodoros Dimopoulos for a ceremony and evening illuminations marking a dual celebration of Greek Independence Day and the Philip Lindsley Bicentennial. Tim and Judy Zaunbrecher of Amber Falls Winery (the official winery of HICD-USA) delighted Consul Dimopoulos with welcoming gifts in his room at Nashville’s historic 5-star Hermitage Hotel. Later, they were on hand to greet him at the P...
On Monday, March 25th the US branch of the 15-nation Hellenic Institute of Cultural Diplomacy in Nashville was honored to host Greek Consul-Atlanta, Excellency Theodoros Dimopoulos for a ceremony and evening illuminations marking a dual celebration of Greek Independence Day and the Philip Lindsley Bicentennial. Tim and Judy Zaunbrecher of Amber Falls Winery (the official winery of HICD-USA) delighted Consul Dimopoulos with welcoming gifts in his room at Nashville's historic 5-star Hermitage Hote...
April 8, 1954 The Herald reported that a “good headway” was made on the new factory building under construction in town, with half of the concrete for the floor poured. It was hoped that the building would be completed by mid-summer and that “Breezy” Wynn would begin his operations before fall. More construction workers were arriving daily in connection of the laying of a gas pipeline through Lewis County. Sam Bates advertised a $10 reward for the finder of his missing blue parakeet that co...
As many of you know, March is Extension Month and every year there is recognition of the hard work agents and specialists are doing in all 95 counties. The Lewis County Extension office was super busy this year celebrating Extension month with several activities going on! The month started off with a Sew Mindful Mom & Me Sewing class for mothers and daughters. To help kick off National Quilting Day during the month, agent Shelly Ray conducted a class to help participants learn the basics of...
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. We are not...
An estimated 1200-1400 people could have been spotted at Memorial Park on Saturday, all excited and playing games awaiting their turn to hunt eggs at Hope Hohenwald’s annual Eggstravaganza. There they had multiple game stations set up from frisbee throwing to tossing toilet paper! Linda Malone also brought her Inflata-World inflatables giving kids bouncy houses, slides and obstacle courses. Lewis County’s Fraternal Order of Police, the Alan Ragsdale Lodge, also pitched in to cook hotdogs and...
The 3rd annual appreciation lunch in honor of Vietnam War Veterans Day was held Friday, March 29 at the Elks Lodge (416 Swiss Colony Road). Local Vietnam, Korean, World War 2 veterans, widows and spouses were invited to attend. City Mayor Danny McKnight and Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner signed a proclamation for Vietnam War Veterans Day recognizing those who served in Vietnam. The event was hosted by Lewis County Veterans Services Officer Randy Duncan, and sponsored by Lewis County...
The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee invites you to join us this Earth Day for our second annual community-wide “Trashercise” cleanup event on Saturday, April 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Elephant Discovery Center, 27 East Main Street, Hohenwald. Meet at the ‘Re-tired Elephant’ statue in the back of The Discovery Center’s Outdoor Classroom, across from the city parking lot. Bags and supplies will be provided for volunteers, and any collected trash/recycling can be dropped back at The Discovery Center for disposal. Additionally, Oliver Te...
Death penalty could be option for convicted child rapists The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced legislation to increase the penalty for child rapists in Tennessee. Senate Bill 1834, would expand the death penalty to defendants convicted of rape of a child. The legislation will strengthen existing state law by increasing the penalty for rape or aggravated rape of a child to death, life in prison without the possibility of parole, or life in prison. Current law classifies the offense as a Class...
Hohenwald Estates, the new apartment complex behind Hardees, now has a phone number posted that people can call for more information about renting one of their units. The 56-unit housing facility will include: 6 one-bed/one-bath units that cost around $550/month...30 two-bed/two-bath units that cost around $650/month...and 20 three-bed/two bath units that cost around $750/month. For more information about leasing one of these units, please call (931) 329-3201....
The weather is slowly moving to summer temperatures, with them being in the seventies for several days. We have had some rain, and it seems to have brought the dogwood and red bud trees into full bloom. The woods along the roads are very pretty and so many colors as the blue bells and the smaller violets are blooming along the creek banks. The farmers are beginning to get their garden plots ready for planting and I am sure that some have already planted some things. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the...
April 1, 1954 The construction of a natural gas pipeline through the county brought a large influx of workers and their families to Hohenwald. Most were living in campers; however, many were living in private homes and anywhere that they could get shelter. A list of transient families and their hometowns were published along with the following greeting: “The Herald joins with the people of Hohenwald in welcoming these people of their stay in the best town we know of, HOHENWALD.” The total col...
Lewis County Girl Scouts enjoyed a fun afternoon hunting Easter Eggs at the Discovery Center Pavillion on Tuesday. Over 400 candy and sticker filled eggs were found by the Scouts, including special "Golden Eggs" which were hidden by our older Scouts and friends! The Scouts then enjoyed a windy snack time and running around the grounds until time to close the meeting....
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. We are not...
The scene was like that of a movie. One of those wholesome, Jesus movies that comes with rave reviews like, "Good for the Whole Family" and "Truly Restores Your Faith in the Unseen." Imagine waking up early to get a head start on your day before the sun beats down on you mercilessly. Imagine working in the dirt in your heavy operating equipment when everything around you suddenly turns red. Once the dust settles, and several rubs of the eyes later, you realize your eyes aren't closed, it's just...
The Lewis County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on March 18, 2024, opening with prayer, the pledge of allegiance, and approval of February’s meeting minutes. During public input, Michael Fullagar, Commander of the American Legion, gave a positive update on the project to fund the build of their badly needed new roof. For several years now, the condition of their building, mainly roof, has been a topic of every conversation, and when Mr. Fullagar stepped into the Commander role, getting this project finished was high on his l...
Several bills advance to improve school safety This week, several measures advanced to continue efforts to improve school safety across the state for public and private K-12 schools as well as at higher education institutions. Those school safety bills are highlighted below. School de-escalation training – The Senate Education Committee advanced school safety legislation to require de-escalation training for teachers and administrators in Tennessee. Senate Bill 1721, which I sponsored would e...
Rusty Isbell, Administrator of Elections in Lewis County, reports that 1,113 residents voted in the Republican Presidential Preference Primary concluding on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 in Lewis County. Twenty two voted Absentee, 287 participated in Early Voting and 804 voted on Super Tuesday. Donald J. Trump received 1,035 votes, Nikki Haley 69, Ron DeSantis 7 and Chris Christie 1. In the Democrat Presidential Preference Primary 127 participated with 117 votes for Joseph R. Biden and 10 Uncommitted. 8 voted Absentee, 35 voted in Early Voting and 81...
To reduce wildland fire risk, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Forestry Division is required through May 15 for all open burning where local restrictions do not apply. “Fire prevention starts with each of us practicing safe burning and only burning when it’s safe. The burn permit process communicates to residents the safe locations and times for open burning,” State Forester Heather Slayton said. “During hazardous fire conditions like high winds or extreme drought, permit issuance pauses...
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) proudly announces that insurance policies totaling $148.1 million were located in 2023 for Tennesseans through the Life Insurance Policy Locator Service Developed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”), the Life Insurance Policy Locator Service is a free service that enables beneficiaries, executors, or legal representatives of a deceased person to locate life insurance policies and annuity contracts of their late family members, clients, or friends. “Life i...
Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) announced he is now accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. Each year, high school students across the country participate in this contest to have their artwork displayed in the nation’s Capitol for the year. One piece is selected for each congressional district. All high school students in Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District are encouraged to participate! “The Congressional Art Competition is a fantastic competition that encourages young men and women to create beautiful works...
It has been almost a year since we became simply Oak Grove Church. This past year has been filled with growth and learning, as we have strengthened our bonds of love for one another and for the Lord. We have been truly blessed by the presence of some incredible men of God who generously shared their time and talent, filling our pulpit during the interim period while we fervently prayed for our next pastor. We are overjoyed to announce that our prayers have been answered. Starting this Easter...
Has been very windy days for the last couple of weeks and sometimes it is really cold or should I say cool. We had some rain a couple of days, and this has hindered some from doing garden work and maybe save their efforts for we have also had some frost with temperatures in the upper twenties. The dogwoods and red buds are blooming so maybe it won’t be long till we do not have these cool and cold nights. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Kasey Baker, Joyce Barnes, Colene Beasley, Linda B...
United States Senator Marsha Blackman visited Summertown Metals’ main headquarters Thursday, March 14, while on her 95 County tour and spoke with Matt Stoll and several Lewis County officials. “It is so important to listen to people and find out what is important to them, and I have enjoyed that so much,” said Blackburn of her annual 95 county tour. “Being in the county meeting with citizens, elected officials, police chiefs and sheriffs, and citizens that own businesses and employ their f...
