Articles from the May 6, 2021 edition
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Library Expansion Project
The Lewis County Public Library has been serving Lewis County and its 12,000 residents by providing much more than books. In recent times, the Library became a staple in community outreach when Covid-...
Hohenwald Springfest Returns for 2021
Friends of the Lewis County Public Library once again hosts its Hohenwald Springfest this weekend at Lewis County Memorial Park. With a new design for a completely outdoor event, over thirty vendors...
Police Investigation Underway
The Hohenwald Police Department responded to a call on Sunday, May 2, in the area of West Main Street and Kappeler Lane when an individual searching for arrowheads spotted something suspicious in the culvert under the West Main roadway. Upon...
Hope Hohenwald puts $17k grant to use for the community
Last year 1.3 million pounds of food was distributed in Lewis County to those suffering from food insecurity and the number has only grown this year due to the ongoing demand and challenges the...
Friday Night Block Party 2021
The Hohenwald/Lewis County Chamber of Commerce announces that this year’s Friday Night Block Parties are going to happen! The first block party will be held this Friday, May 7 at the City Lot. There will be live music by the Southern Fire Band....
Commodity Food Distribution
There will be a commodity food distribution for Lewis County residents only on May 13, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 12 noon at Memorial Park. The distribution will be drive up only. Clients are to stay in their vehicle with the window rolled up....
LCMS Teacher of the Year
Deborah Walker, a Lewis County Middle School teacher, was selected as Tennessee District Pilot Special Education Teacher of the Year. She was presented a certificate and a check from the local Pilot...
Bruce Edward Coates
September 21, 1953 - May 1, 2021 Bruce Edward Coates was born on September 21, 1953, in Hohenwald, and passed away on May 1, 2021, in Nashville. He was 67 years old. He is the son of the late Willis...
David Gilbert Barnes
April 3, 1943 ~ April 26, 2021 David Gilbert Barnes, 78 of Hohenwald, peacefully went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 26, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born on April 3, 1943 in Lewis...
Rusty James
Russell "Rusty" Paul James passed away April 27, 2021, at the age of 56. He was the son of the late Paul Wayne James and Barbara Russell James. Russell was a talented musician from a very early age....
Noah Woodall
It is with great sadness the family of Noah Vaughan Woodall announces his passing. Noah was born to Scarlette Vaughan Woodall and the late Larry Wayne Woodall, on April 11, 1987. Noah is survived by...
Palestine Cemetery Homecoming
Palestine Cemetery will have Homecoming on May 23, 2021, at 2 p.m. to raise money for the upkeep of the cemetery. Please plan to attend or send your donation to Regions Bank for the Palestine Cemetery Fund....
Skelton Cemetery Decoration Day
Skelton Cemetery will have their Decoration Day on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 12 noon. For more information, contact Tammy Skelton Carroll at 931-628-3230....
Homecoming at Campground Cemetery
Homecoming at Campground Cemetery in the Swan Community will be Saturday June 5, 2021 at 1:00pm. Meeting will start at 1:00. Bring your favorite desert and drink for a time of fellowship following meeting. Anyone not able to attend, may send...
Maury Regional nationally recognized for patient safety by Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) has been awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing MRMC’s achievements in providing safer health care. This is the 15th consecutive reporting...
Lewis County Health Department offering walk-in option for Covid-19 vaccinations
The Lewis County Health Department announced they are offering walk-in options for individuals to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Appointments are still available but not required. For questions, individuals can call the Lewis County Health Department...
Lego Star Wars Dioramas on Display at Lewis County Public Library and Archives
Tim Baggett of Hohenwald is displaying a portion of his Lego Star Wars collection at the library for the month of May. Tim's favorite ship in his collection in the Millennium Falcon, Han Solo's...
One Day At A Time
Well it is a beautiful morning here in our little valley. I went out to feed the cats and the sun was shining and felt so warm, I just had to go back and get my coffee and sit in my rocking chair and enjoy the warm sunshine. While I was sitting...
Gordonsburg/Little Swan News
May is here and so are the flowers, but with it on Sunday and Monday, there was lots of rain and thunderstorms in the area. Some showed over three inches of rain on Sunday night and more on Monday morning. The creeks are up but not out of the banks...
Celebrating...
Birthdays Jimmy Lee Carroll, May 6 Ray Garrison, May 6 Marion Kenyon, May 6 Wayne Holloway, May6 Ruby Belew, May 6 Jessie Dean Colley, May 7 Tommy Tiller, May 7 Ruth Turnbow, May 7 Edwenetta Riley, May 7 LeaAnn Anderson, May 7 Kaye Barnes, May 7...
Girl Scouts Collecting Trash
Girl Scout Troop 2114 took on the role of community leaders and served our town by collecting trash left behind by spectators at the ball fields. The girls collected nine bags of r...
Glimpses of Hohenwald's Past
May 03, 1951 The main headline for the week was “Citizens of Hohenwald Go To Polls To Elect Mayor and Council Here Today.” In the mayoral race, J. R. Richardson was running against incumbent W. C. Keaton. The following candidates were on the...
Student of the Week: Taya Tiller
Lewis County Middle School Student of the Week went to sixth grader, Taya Tiller. She was nominated by Mrs. Clayton. In every situation, Taya always carries a positive attitude. She shows kindness...
Tyrades! How About Celebrating History's Unsung Mothers?
Since you asked, my niece Claire is expecting her first baby in August. Her sister Emma is expecting her second child in October. I have faith that both young ladies will someday earn a spot in a...
Tennessee 28th District Capitol Hill Week in Review
General Assembly passes key bills, including budget, as lawmakers look to close 2021 session The state budget led a host of important bills that were approved during the week of April 26th as...