Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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Tennessee Music Pathways will honor the life of Hattie Louise "Tootsie" Bess with the dedication of a Music Pathways Marker for her on Wednesday, January 25 in Hohenwald at the corner of Maple Street and Main Street at 11:30 a.m. The Tennessee Music Pathways program identifies, explains and preserves the musical legacy of the state by placing these beautiful signs that connect us to the people, places and events that shaped our music history. Lewis County is proud to celebrate the life of...
story and photos by Graham Kilsby Part of Lewis County and Hohenwald's history was torn down this past week. It was the home of one of the oldest Swiss families who came to Hohenwald at the end of the last century, and had occupied 17 East 1st Street since around 1910. The house, when built, was moved from its original building place at the top of 1st Street opposite the MLEC offices to where it was now, But it wasn't just the well known building that was lost, it was all the memories of this...
There is Hope in Hohenwald, Hohenwald Hope Center Ministries Although Hohenwald is a great place to call home, when it comes to substance abuse and misuse, it falls in line with other rural communities that are being ravaged by drugs. One local organization, Hope Center Ministries, decided they had to take action and try to rehabilitate those who have addictions in a way that lasts. Commission approves last hoop for a new High School, County employee bonuses, increasing pit allowance The Lewis County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, May...
On a recent cold, rainy Saturday morning, members of the Lewis County Elks Lodge #2883 built a much needed new wheelchair ramp for a local family in our community. Pictured, from left, Robb Morse, Vince Williams, Bret Hankins, and James Peery....
Gina Marie Barber, age 58, a resident of Hohenwald, passed away Thursday morning, January 12, 2023, at her residence. Gina was born on April 4, 1964, in Boston, Massachusetts. She served in the United States Navy and worked as a housekeeper. She enjoyed listening to music and watching football, especially the Tennessee Titans. She loved to laugh and especially loved spending time with her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. She is survived by her sons,...
March 18, 1943 - January 6, 2023 Joe T. Shipp, a resident of Hohenwald, passed from this world on to his eternal home in the early hours of Friday, January 6, 2023, at the Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia. Joe was born on March 18, 1943, to Joe H. Shipp and Hazel (Fain) Shipp in Evergreen, AL. In February of 1964, he married the love of his life and his best friend, Shirley Tharp. Together, they had nearly 59 wonderful years together. Joe was a very hard worker and he provided for his...
February 22, 1954 ~ January 1, 2023 Connie Lou Craig Blakemore, 68, of Linden, passed away Sunday January 1, 2023 at Maury Regional Medical Center. She was born in Linden to the late Martha Lou Culp Craig and Kenneth Craig. Connie was a retired school teacher for the Perry County Board of Education, where she worked for over 30 years. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing and doing all kinds of arts and crafts. Survivors include her children, Keith (Schvone) Blakemore of Lewisburg, Kristy (James) Ray...
July 20, 1952 - January 4, 2023 Johnny Alvin Murphy, 70, of Hohenwald, passed away on January 4, 2023, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia. Mr. Murphy was born on July 20, 1952, in Maury County to the late Alvin Eugene and Betty Jane (Anderson) Murphy. Mr. Murphy was an avid outdoorsman, spending his time hunting and fishing. He loved to hunt ginseng and watch wrestling but most of all he loved being with his family - especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. Murphy is s...
July 30, 1954 ~ January 5, 2023 Elaine Anderson Jones, 68, of Hohenwald, formerly of Linden, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at St. Thomas Midtown Specialty Hospital. She was born in Nashville to the late Earl Anderson and Dorothy Grooms Anderson. She had worked at various places during her life including running Mitch's Drive Inn, Elaine's Sweet Shop, Main Street Pizza and Video Store. She had worked in Human Resources for Johnson Controls/Team Linden. She also worked as a cake baker and...
November 28, 1930 - January 16, 2023 Mrs. Addie Bell Nash was born in Centerville, on November 28, 1930 to the late Walter A. and Estel Breece Coates and entered eternal rest on January 16, 2023 in Centerville, at the age of 92. In addition to her parents Mrs. Nash is also predeceased by her husband Thomas Nathaniel Nash and a son Danny Nash. She is survived by her daughter Deborah Carol Nash, sons Garry Nash, Mike Nash, Walter Nash and David Nash, and brother A. J. Coates along with a host of other family members and friends. Mrs. Nash was a...
July 10, 1945 ~ January 10, 2023 In the afternoon hours of January 10, 2023, Johnnie M. Carroll Brown peacefully passed from the earthly world at the age of 77. She was born in Lewis County on July 10, 1945, to the late John and Virginia Hinson Carroll. Mrs. Johnnie is survived by her loving husband, Larry "Monk" Brown; her son, Ricky Brown; granddaughters, Candance (Cainon) Workman and Crystal (Wally) Thomas; great-grandchildren, Braxtin and Lucky Thomas, Caimora, Caimyaa, and Caimoni Workman,...
October 4, 1983 ~ January 14, 2023 Reece Bledsoe, 39, of Hohenwald, formerly of Linden, passed away Saturday, January 14, 2023 at his home. He was born in Perry County to Carol Burcham Clayborne and the late Wayne Bledsoe. He was employed with the Tennessee Department of Forestry as a Wildland Firefighter. He was a graduate of Perry County High School, Class of 2002. Reece enjoyed bow fishing, hunting and cooking. He loved being around his family and friends. In addition to his father he was...
by Amanda Spears, Reporter Tony (Pineapple) Barber, 56 Q.) Can you tell me a little about yourself? A.) I was a young kid whose parents were out to sea. It was go to foster care or come live with my grandparents in Hohenwald, Oscar and Carolyn Barber. I stayed there till I married at 21. The absolute best raising I could have ever gotten. Q.) Where did you grow up? A.) I was born in Nevada but I have been in Hohenwald since I was 8 years old. Q.) What is one of your fondest childhood memories?...
On Saturday, December 17, 2022 Members of the Lewis County Elks Lodge #2883 delivered gifts and snacks to 40 residents at AHC Lewis County. The gifts were made possible by a $2000 grant from the National Elks Foundation. Pictured, back, from left Grant Coordinator Carole Hankins, Exalted Ruler Bret Hankins, Don Price, Benjamin Price, and Marti Price; front, AHC Nursing Staff Renee Parker and Gwen Jude....
Preview of the 2023 Legislative Session of the 113th General Assembly Upon completion of organizational tasks, the General Assembly will get to work on issues facing Tennessee. Budget Passing a balanced budget is the most important Constitutional duty of the Tennessee General Assembly and its only required task. The state is in great financial condition despite challenges including inflation, which is impacting not only Tennessee, but the entire country and world. For fiscal year 2022-2023, the...
By Dorothy Warf, Contributing Writer Our weather has truly been what one expects in Tennessee, temperatures at night in the low twenties and in the day up in the fifties which is somewhat normal for this area but mixed in with all this there has been hail and snow mixed with sleet. So far we have had no accumulation of snow for which I am happy. Hopefully where you are the weather has been somewhat more calm and mellow. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in the hospitals are: Casey Baker, Tony Barber, Burt...
One Day at a Time By “E.T. Trevathan, Contributing Writer Well it is a cool, cloudy and quiet morning here in our little valley. The cats were really hungry this morning and have eaten and now are back on their beds, they know rain is on the way. Bob is washing dishes and I am having my second cup of coffee. The house is warm and we have a small fire in the old wood heating stove. I have had my talk with Jesus and it sure is a peaceful morning. It has been another busy week, we got some more cleaning done. I did take time to work a little m...
Birthdays Connie Harper Churchwell, January 19 Robert Lee Hinson, January 19 Hope Landrum, January 19 Michael Holder, January 19 Christine Fuller, January 19 Katie Hays, January 19 Sherry Barnes Alexander, January 19 Robert Partee, January 19 Wanda Trull, January 19 Bryan Bartel, January 19 Luke Newbold, January 19 Richard Amacher, January 20 Peggy Smotherman, January 20 Bettie Sue Carroll, January 20 Bobby McCann, January 20 Shane Raymer, January 20 Dakota M. Flippo, January 20 Robert E. Sprouse, January 21 Mark Mitchell, January 21 Alton Ray...
Whereas, an excellent public education system is vital to the quality of life of our communities and to the economic development of our State; and Whereas, school board members represent a tremendous resource as local decision makers, diligently working to meet the challenges of a dynamic world while ensuring that every child receives the services needed for a quality education; and Whereas, school board members support and appreciate the efforts of students educators, and administrators which...
The Lewis County Public Library and Archives contacted their North Pole partners to invite a story time friend to visit Hohenwald for the month of December! Jaimee Jingerbread (Library Assistant Jaimee Troutt) is the North Pole's very own Story Time Elf. She visited Lewis County Elementary School's Preschool, Kindergarten, and First Grade classes; Lewis County HeadStart, Lomax Day School, Hickman County Elementary School, and hosted tours with her friend Crystal Kringle (Library Director...
January 15, 1953 The Lewis County Quarterly Court voted unanimously on a resolution adopting an anti-rabies law for Lewis County. The city already had enacted a rabies law, but was unable to enforce it due to the county not having the same law. The Court also appropriated $1,500 for the re-establishment of the Health Unit in Lewis County in cooperation with the State Health Department. R.C. Spann, City Recorder, reported that at least one rabid dog had been killed in the city and that several...
By Jason Fite/Sports writer Pete Noblin/Photos The Lewis County Middle School Lady Panthers and Panthers hosted the Riverside Lady Panthers and Panthers as play resumed following the Christmas Break on Monday, January 2nd. Decatur County jumped out in front early, scoring the game's first five points. Lewis County would get on the board midway through the first quarter, but the Riverside Lady Panthers would hold an 8-3lead after one quarter. A second-period basket from B.B. Smith would tie the...
It’s an amenity that most consumers take for granted. It’s an amenity that most retailers/professionals grudgingly accept as a cost of doing business. But I simply must salute those businesspeople who provide the miracle of indoor plumbing to their patrons. When traveling or shopping, a restroom can be a lifesaver. We use the euphemism “when Nature calls,” but Nature doesn’t usually phone ahead. It shows up unannounced, kicking the front door in and toting two weeks’ worth of luggage. I...
