Barbara Hinson awarded the Tennessee Volunteer Star Award

Barbara Hinson was awarded on behalf of the Tennessee Governors Volunteer Star Award Committee on Tuesday, December 29 for her years of service to our community.

Hinson worked as an educator for 42 years before retiring from her role as Elementary School Principal at Lewis County Schools in 2008. Barbara has been instrumental in so many groups around Hohenwald, including being a charter member of the Pilot Club. In addition, Barbara continues to help with the Lewis County Historical Society, the Special Olympics, and helps keep Hohenwald beautiful by donating her time to various clean-up projects around the county. Barbara is also a member of the Lomax Church of Christ where she helps deliver meals every week.

"I do it to make our town and community better, no other reason," said Hinson when she was awarded, "I want everyone that comes through here to be proud of Hohenwald, and that they know that someone cares in this town."

Hinson then went on to encourage others, especially young people, to become involved in our community, even if it is something as simple as picking up garbage on the side of road or cutting a shrub that is blocking a roadway. "There is always something to be done... Take pride in our community, in your own yards, in your own street and encourage others to do the same. We have a wonderful community and we want everyone to know that," said Hinson.

Debbie Landers, Director of the Hohenwald/Lewis County Chamber of Commerce, made the presentation.