Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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Jo Knows where to find the glow. Here is a list of addresses featuring stunning Christmas light displays and decorated homes. Load up the car with family, friends, and even the pups, turn on some festive tunes, and create memories to treasure this holiday season. • 520 Beverly Avenue • 929 Kimmins Street • 1601 Buffalo Road • 1907 Buffalo Road • 104 Bowen Road • 659 W. Main Street • 307 Hinson Street • 815 Smith Street • 556 Forrest Avenue • 307 South Park Street • 411 Honeysuckle Lane • 681 Switzerland Road • 2813 Summertown Hwy. • 2827 Su...
Well it is a very windy morning here in our little valley. It is not real cold yet but the wind makes it feel colder. The cats were here early to eat their breakfast and they did not like these winds, so they ate and left for their safe places. I think they know when bad weather is on the way. The weather lately has been up and down, one minute it is cold and cloudy and the next it is warmer and sunny. It is like it does not know what it wants to do, but we all know that Winter will be here in just a few days. Our house is decorated inside and...
Some years, families are blessed to initiate festive new Christmas traditions. Other years, the new tradition is a solemn acquiescence to “the new normal.” The Tyrees fall into the latter category this year. That’s because my mother passed away exactly two months before Christmas, having shared her wit and wisdom with the world for 97-and-a-half years. (Nonagenarians and little kids get to count the half.) Although Mom took a perverse pride in finding kindred spirits who didn’t quite “get” m...
A large part of my collection was destroyed earlier this year, but I still have visions of the world’s largest stockpile of Christmas music dancing in my head. I cherish a handful of songs that I “must” hear each yuletide season, but my reach inevitably exceeds my grasp as I try to “have it all.” Part of that is attributable to my wife. She’s no Grinch, but she detests being bombarded with a month’s worth of silver bells and reindeer-trampled grandmas at home, so I must squeeze in precious mome...
Well we have had some cold Winter like mornings here in our little valley, one morning it was 18 degrees here on the porch. One night last week we had a few snow flurries, nothing stuck but they sure were nice to see. It sure would be nice to see some snow for Christmas. This weathers been going back and forth from cold to warm, before long it is going to get cold and stay that way for a little while until springtime. The cats have been staying in their beds until later in the mornings, they wait until the sun comes up good and starts warming...
Talk! Talk! Talk! Better to have “ a pox: come upon all out tongues, reducing us to sign language, while offering us a quiet, personal relationship with our perceived Deity than to listen to all the gibberish. We have the Supreme Court jabbering about genitalia, making simple things more complicated than Elon’s rocket to Mars. ( A billionaire’s toy.) Inventions and technologies are just born to outdate our A,B,C’s, discouraging our posterity by countless sufferings. We are biological species which can only adapt so far. We are not those creatur...
Q.) Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? A.) I have lived in Lewis County just about all my life, was born here and was away for about 10 years and other wise have spent my life here mostly only on mile from where I was raised on Little Swan Creek. I have a son, and two daughters who are twins. I have seven grand children and ten great grand children. Q.) Where did you grow up? A.) In Lewis County on Little Swan Creek, which we always swam in during the summer. Q.) What is one of your...
Well it was a very cold morning here in our little valley, it was 20 degrees, but the sun has come up and is warming things up. The cats did not get up early because it was so cold, but now that it has warmed up a little they are up and eating their breakfast. There are some clouds moving in, but I do not think it is going to rain or snow. Bob has got the dishes washed and the kitchen clean and he is enjoying his coffee. I hope all of you had a good Thanksgiving, we sure did. We are all blessed and have a lot to be thankful for. We had a lot...
As a Baby Boomer, I looked on with bemusement; but December 10, 1974 was a cultural milestone for the oldest members of Generation X. That’s when ABC premiered the Rankin/Bass Productions animated Christmas special “The Year Without A Santa Claus” (a.k.a. “Scary Title, Kids, But Tell Mom and Dad That Hasbro and Mattel Are Still Here for You Even in a Worst-Case Scenario”). Showcasing the voice talent of Shirley Booth and Mickey Rooney (“Hey, kids, let’s put on a show -- one without that...
Hello Reader, That’s a great question! And, it’s one I went to Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner, and Todd Laster of the Sheriff’s Department to get the answer for. Due to age and length of service, 30+ year Sheriff Dwayne Kilpatrick submitted his letter of resignation, declaring his retirement in December. At that time, Chief Deputy Matt Tiller will assume the duties of the Sheriff until February 24th, when the Lewis County Board of Commissioners appoints an individual to serve out the remaining term of Sheriff. Interested in filling the vacan...
It has rained some and that is always good, but don’t like to be out in it. The temperatures have dropped and are in the low twenties and in some areas probably in the teens. I hope the days are warmer, that always makes people feel better. Sounds like the temperatures will be in the low twenties for the next several days so I guess winter is here to stay for a while. Those I know which are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Kasey Baker, Colene Beasley, Linda Butler, Elizabeth Boggs, Deanne Darden-Carroll, Gerti...
Travel is way more fun when your furkid comes along. That’s even truer when you’re going solo. Taking a trip with your pet requires a little extra preparation when you’re on your own, but if you plan ahead, pack smart and stay aware of his needs, you and your four-legged excursionist will be rewarded with amazing memories. Check out these six tips by tripswithpets.com for solo travel with your dog before you set off on your next pet-friendly adventure! 1. Know Before You Go Before you embark on your “pawdyssey,” double-check that tags and...
Well, my friend, let me tell you a little story about a wonderful idea that was born thanks to Kelly Hinson. She and her family wanted to host a Thanksgiving dinner up to 100 plates at their venue, Camryn’s Place, offering food and fellowship for $10 per person - especially for those who might not have a place to go, need some company or just simply don’t wanna cook. But, thanks to the incredible generosity of so many in our town who, of their own accord donated money, all 100 Thanksgiving meals are now fully paid for! No one will need to pay...
Well it is a cold morning here in our little valley. It was 28 degrees here on the porch and we had a frost, but now the sun is shining and it is going to be a beautiful day. The cats have had their breakfast and they really enjoyed their bowl of warm milk, now they are sitting in the warm sunshine. Bob has got the breakfast dishes washed and the kitchen spotless and now he is enjoying his cup of hot coffee. Up in the morning after it warms up a little more, he will go for his walk. We have had another busy week and today is going to be a busy...
I would love to revolutionize your Thanksgiving Day speeches, but I must admit that the blessings I feel gratitude for are embarrassingly mundane. I mean, I am thankful for weekends, babies, walks in the rain, comfy sofas, random acts of kindness, the fact that I pay so little attention at work, I am permanently exempted from having to sign a non-disclosure agreement… I am thankful that the descendants of Abraham have been blessed to be as numerous as the stars in the sky and the grains of s...
As the holiday season debuts, most of us focus on the festive rush—decorating, shopping, and celebrating. Resolutions tend to take a backseat until the clock strikes midnight on December 31st. But what if we didn’t wait? What if we embraced the spirit of change before the calendar flips, setting the stage for a fresh start with momentum already in motion? The idea of beginning resolutions before the new year isn’t about denying the joy of the holidays—it’s about finding balance and intention. December, with all its chaos and beauty, offers an...
You are, of course, familiar with the "Rust Belt" and "Bible Belt" regions of the country. If you know anything about high school or college wrestling - real wrestling - then you know that there is also a "Wrestling Belt" across one particular region. Begin at Pennsylvania then head next door to Ohio. Reach north and incorporate Michigan. Head west, skip over a couple states and land on Iowa. Be sure to annex adjoining Nebraska, skip another state and stop at Oklahoma. These six midwestern/northern tier states comprise what is, without...
I hope you enjoyed and were perhaps moved by the article I shared last week, titled, "Town Barns." (yes, I know; calender was just a typo -should have been calendar.) This week's offering is, in comparison, a bit wispy and less consequential, but nevertheless one that I want to share before this month gets away from us. I have always believed that sunshine and blue skies are inordinately esteemed and celebrated by TV meteorologists as well as the common populace. Because gray skies and cold temps take me back to my childhood in Ohio, I have...
Well it is a cool Fall morning here in our little valley, it was 38 degrees here on the porch but we did not have a frost, the sun is shining and it is a beautiful morning. Bob is washing the breakfast dishes, for breakfast with his homemade hot biscuits he had some homemade pear preserves, see he gets paid well for his work. This morning the cats were waiting for their bowl of warm milk and they have now snuggled back into their warm beds for their cat nap until the morning warms up just a little bit. The cats had a warm blanket to sleep...
Q.) Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? A.) I was raised on Swan creek, on a farm with horses, chickens, pigs and peacocks. A middle sibling to two older sisters and a younger brother. My daddy was the late Terry "TA" Anderson mother is Donna Tharp Anderson. We were raised to appreciate everything we had, raised to respect our elders always put God first. Mama made us attend every church service throughout the week no matter what else we had going on. My grandfather, late pastor Jack...
If the weather forecast is correct this will be a week of temperatures like winter, they predict temperatures in the low thirties or even in the twenties. I guess it is time, and we have been blessed with warmer days and cool nights for over a month. I guess many are getting ready for winter and planning to take one day at a time which is all we can and should do. Those I know which are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Kasey Baker, Colene Beasley, Linda Butler, Elizabeth Boggs, Nina Cottrel, Gertie Carroll, Pa...
“Hey, Jo, I have a ton of things that no longer serve me or my home. For personal reasons, I don’t want to take it all to Goodwill. Is there a place, locally, that can use my things?” We have the Lewis County Food and Clothing Bank, it is a great option for donating items. They accept clothing and other goods to support local families in need. You can drop off items at 131 Hankins Drive, during the hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (closed Tuesday and Sunday). Another option is giving to the A...
“Give me that old-time religion, give me that old-time religion…” I can still hear classmate Ronald Bright launching into an impromptu performance of that traditional Gospel song. I haven’t seen Ronald in nearly 50 years, but I wonder what he would think about the “new-time” spiritual trend I discovered via Business Insider. (Side note: if he’s anything like me, Ronald would be singing, “Give me that old-time ability to walk past a bathroom without feeling compelled to stop by just in case....
Well it is a cool and cloudy Fall morning here in our little valley, but it sure looks and feels like an early Winter’s morning. Bob has finished washing the breakfast dishes and is now enjoying his cup of hot coffee. Coffee just seems to taste better on cool mornings like this. This morning the cats were ready for their breakfast and a bowl of warm milk. They ate in a hurry and now they have snuggled back into their warm beds. We have been real busy this week, we have been getting ready to put up Christmas trees. The first thing we always d...
A good friend of mine, Blaine, was a World War II veteran. He was one of the most patriotic men I knew, even if he had many reasons not to be. As a young man, Blaine, like many others his age, found himself embroiled in the bitterness of war. After the invasion at Normandy, he was part of the army fighting across Europe toward Germany. The German army had been falling back, but as the Allied armies came closer to Berlin, the Germans dug in. The bombardment from both sides went on for days. Blaine’s unit was right at the front, and when the s...
