Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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MLEC Lewis County Board Director Bill Webb (left) was recognized by MLEC President and CEO Keith Carnahan (right) for 25 years of service during the 85th Annual Meeting at Waverly Central High School on October 3....
Thursday, October 31st 6:00-8:30 pm The Dwelling Place, 217 N Park, Hohenwald, TN. Inflatable Stations for the kids, tons of fun yard games, face painting, Popcorn, cotton candy, candy apple/cake/candy walk, "Pick a Pumpkin" for kids 5 and under, and hayrides all night! Hot Dogs, chips and drinks. EVERYTHING IS FREE!!!!!!!!!! IT'S GOING TO BE A FUN EVENING!! AND LOTS OF CANDY!!...
October 14, 1954 The Lewis County Quarterly Court approved its contribution towards the purchase of right-of-way for the proposed highway project extending Park Avenue in Hohenwald to a location three miles north of Linden on Highway 100. An open house was held at the new factory building on Forrest Avenue. Prizes, band concerts, and industrial exhibits by local manufacturers were held as part of the festivities. A man was charged with the fatal shooting of his wife at their residence. It was...
As a problem solver at heart, fixing issues is always on Lawrence Kenzie's mind. So, while on a trip with his barrel racing daughter in Georgia, he was inspired by the room where they were staying. "When we got back, my wife and I drew up this program. Soon after, the State contacted us, because we had come up with a program they had been working on, and we've been building since." Since April of 2023, Mr. and Mrs. Kenzie have been busy "working on the housing issue here in the county," Mr. Kenz...
Where should all the ghouls and goblins go for a good scare this Halloween season? Pumpkin patches? Trunk or Treats? Boo Bashes? Watch for a Spooky Schedule of local fun here next week!...
October is National Cooperative Month, and as a part of the nationwide observance, Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative will celebrate its members and the communities it serves by hosting an event in each county. The MLEC Humphreys County District Meeting and 85th Annual Meeting are October 3 at Waverly Central High School. Registration for the meeting and door prizes begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will be called to order at 7:00 p.m. For Hickman, Houston, Lewis and Perry counties, MLEC will host Member Appreciation Days. Attendees can en...
Betty King was honored with a retirement ceremony at the Lewis County Sheriff's Deparrtment on September 24. Mrs. King began her career at the Sheriff Department in 1996 where she is the warrants clerk. Mrs. King is looking forward to staying home with her husband and her grandchildren....
“Telling Our Stories.” That’s the 2024 theme of National Newspaper Week (October 6-12). Newspaper employees are being encouraged to share with the readers exactly why they chose the newspaper business as a profession. Most of the origin stories are heartwarming and noble, although a few are undeniably embarrassing. (“Um, I heard somewhere that the Tribune and the Intelligencer have a Joint Operating Agreement, and I thought I might be useful, you know, operating the joints, dude. Imagine...
Friday October, 11th 1 p.m. ~ Opening Ceremonies * Introduction of the Burgermeister * Presentation: Heritage & History Award 2 p.m. ~ Barry Bigbee 3 p.m.~ Storm McKenzie Band 4 p.m. ~ General Assembly Praise & Worship Band, Legacy 5:30 p.m. ~ Sugar Ridge Bluegrass Band 7 p.m. ~ Grant Pavy Group Saturday October, 12th 11 a.m. ~ Trace Lawrence 11:45 a.m. ~ Journey Home (Debbie Davis) 12 p.m ~ Catchfire 1:30 p.m. ~ Lewis County Twirlers 2 p.m. ~ Overdrive 4 p.m. ~ Kenny Durham & Crossbridges 6 p.m. ~ Boomerang Food Vendors: Ooh La La New Orleans...
Likes-Going on walks. Playing with toys. He knows basic commands and is house trained. Chance is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, and he is ready for his fur-ever home with you....
October 07, 1954 The State Highway Department made a proposal to the City of Hohenwald, Lewis County Government, and Perry County Government to construct approximately 16 miles of Federal Aid highway from Park Avenue in Hohenwald to a point on Highway 100, 3 miles east of Linden. Approximately seven miles of the road would be in Lewis County and nine miles in Perry County. It would be necessary for Lewis and Perry Counties to pay for 1/3 of the cost of rights-of-ways for the proposed highway....
The FCA held their Fields of Faith on Sunday, September 22, 2024. They took time to pray over the athletes of fall sports, students read scripture, shared testimonies, and performed skits. "So many students stepped outside their comfort zone," said Julie Whitehead, "and I am so proud of them! Lewis County has so many students who are making a difference for Christ!" FCA Area Director Ben Gooch was equally as proud of the event. "Lewis County Fields of Faith was a blast! We had a girl give her...
Summertown Metals, a leading provider of quality metal building solutions, proudly announces the appointment of Al Bell as its new Operations Manager. With an extensive background in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, Al brings a wealth of experience in strategic decision-making, financial accountability, and operational excellence to the Summertown Metals family. Al Bell is a hands-on, data-driven leader known for his expertise in...
Meriwether Lewis President and CEO Keith Carnahan shared MLEC's new brand with members during the Humphreys County district meeting and 85th annual meeting on October 3 at Waverly Central High School. Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative and MLConnect are now a unified brand as "Meriwether Lewis" that provides two services: electricity and broadband. The five bends of the "ML" logo represent the five counties we serve with a design that illustrates the rolling hills, winding streams and curvy...
Recently, East Tennessee was devastated by severe floods caused by Hurricane Helene. The damage is horrific. Over 600 homes are damaged and at least 120 homes are completely destroyed. On top of that, many others are left without power and water. On October 2, the federal government approved a major disaster declaration for Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington, which will make federal funding available for those hard hit counties. Tennessee’s first r...
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed October 6-12 as Fire Prevention Week in Tennessee. During this week, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (“SFMO”) will highlight the importance of working smoke alarms through fire safety messages and events. Unfortunately, most Americans don’t test their alarms to ensure they’re working properly. According to the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) recent survey, while nearly all U.S. households (99 percent) report having at...
On September 18, 2024, City of Hohenwald Officer Sheyenne Reeves responded to a car accident at 18 South Walnut Street. A blue Nissan car hit a brick house, and the driver was found nearby with injuries. According to the driver, the brakes failed, and she jumped out. The car and property at both 18 and 20 South Walnut Street were damaged. The driver was taken to the hospital for stomach pain....
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lewis Health Center and Wayne Medical Center will offer walk-in Wednesday screening mammograms on select days in October to provide convenient access for women. No appointment is required. The walk-in mammograms at both Maury Regional Health facilities will take place at the following times: Lewis Health Center: Oct. 2 and 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 617 West Main Street in Hohenwald Wayne Medical Center: Oct. 9 and 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 103 J.V. Mangubat...
As of Wednesday, September 25th, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) long-awaited updates to the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Farm Loan Programs are officially in effect. These changes, part of the Enhancing Program Access and Delivery for Farm Loans rule, are designed to increase financial flexibility for agricultural producers, allowing them to grow their operations, boost profitability, and build long-term savings. These program updates reflect USDA’s ongoing commitment to supporting the financial success and resilience of farme...
From September 23rd to September 27nd, LCF&R responded to several incidents. September 23rd: 9:11 a.m. - Medical call on Swan Avenue. 9:31 a.m. - Medical on Buffalo Road. September 24th: 3:02 p.m. - Medical call on South Park. September 26th, Medical call on Pine Bluff. September 27th: 11:38 p.m. - MVA ( motor vehicle accident) on Charles McClearen Road....
“Hey, Jo, I turned 18 this year and it will be my first time voting. How do I figure out if I am Republican, Democrat, or Independent?” Well, let’s take at look at each party and their views. You might be Republican if you believe in personal responsibility and want the government to have less control over your life. If you think taxes should be lower, businesses should have more freedom, and the government should focus more on national defense and traditional values, then you might lean Republican. You might be Democrat if you believe the g...
CitiSen Portal, the program used by the City of Hohenwald for utility billing, is now more convenient than ever. You can now enroll in Auto Pay online with CitiSen Portal. “It’s an easy and secure way to make sure our hard working citizens can get their utility bill paid on time and with convenience that fits any busy schedule,” said City Mayor Danny McKnight. To sign up for Auto Pay with CitiSen Portal: 1. Log into CitiSen Portal 2. Click on Auto Pay Settings from the My Accounts page 3. Select your payment method from the Payment Metho...
September 30, 1954 The expansion of the industrial building on Forrest Avenue was approved by local voters. Residents of Lewis County voted in favor of issuing $60,000 in industrial revenue bonds with a tally of 1,891 to 12. Additionally, city voters approved the issuance of $40,000 in municipal bonds, with a vote count of 659 to 2. The LCHS Panthers defeated Waynesboro with a score of 33 to 0. Touchdowns were made by Walter Grover, Wayne Clay, Bobby Grinder, and Billy Skelton. Chandler Cab Comp...
The right to keep and bear arms is a fundamental liberty in America, and Tennessee has long been a champion of this constitutional right. In recent years, in the General Assembly we have taken significant steps to reinforce and safeguard the Second Amendment for our law-abiding Tennesseans. With a range of laws and policies, Tennessee has aimed to ensure that its residents can exercise their right to self-defense without undue restrictions or infringement. Permitless Carry One of the most notabl...
South Central Tennessee Tourism Association, made up of 13 counties, including Lewis, generated more than $517 million in direct visitor spending and saw 3.6 million visitors to the region in 2023. The 2023 Economic Impact of Travel on Tennessee report was released by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. "Tourism in South Central Tennessee is on a remarkable upward trajectory, fueling both economic growth and community development," SCTTA Executive Director Ryan French said. "This...
