Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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On behalf of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Hohenwald Administration, Faculty, Staff and Students, the TCAT Hohenwald is delighted to announce a Groundbreaking Celebration will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2 p.m. in the afternoon at the TCAT Hohenwald Main Campus of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Hohenwald. The Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor Dr. Flora Tydings will attend the event to assist in celebration with the campus, the Tennessee Board of Regents and Tennessee College of Applied...
The 6th Annual "Rock The Lot" will back and better than ever on Saturday, June 29th. Enjoy free family activities like face painting, inflatable fun, and more; delicious food trucks; live music by The 77 Experience; and an epic fireworks grand finale! The 77 Experience is a talented band that will take you back to the 1970s with their mix of rock and other genres. This family-friendly concert will pay tribute to the music of the era and provide a memorable experience for all ages. Rock The Lot...
The Lewis County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, May 20th, 2024. The Pledge was led by Commissioner Bradley Loveless, and prayer was led by Don Kramer. All Commissioners were present. There was no public input, and all Commissioners voted to accept the report of the Committee of the Whole. The first item on the agenda was approved by all as well. At the request of the land owner, the Commission voted to close the last 1/10th of a mile of Blackwell Cemetery Road and take it off the Lewis County Maintained Road List....
DoubleCreek hosted their 9th annual turkey hunt for Purple Heart recipients right here in Lewis County. This event is coordinated through Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation (WWIAF.org) and hosted by Dennis Reynolds and Shelley Cohen. With incredible support from this and surrounding communities, these 5 heroes had an opportunity to connect with a commonality of being wounded while serving. Purple Heart recipients represented the Army and Marines were from Pennsylvania, Alabama, North Carolina, Nevada, and Missouri. They served during...
Production has started to pick up for every trade this week in the New School Build! There has been substantial progress by the masons in Area B. They are up to 12 feet in the Area B classrooms and up 5 feet throughout the office complex. A few masons have moved over to Area A to begin walls there. We are expecting to receive an additional crew of masons in the next couple of weeks which will even further speed up their progress. In the southeastern corner of the building pad, some excavated footers were observed to be soft last week. After...
March 15, 1938 ~ May 27, 2024 Louise Ambrose, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia. Born on March 15, 1938, in Summertown, she was the cherished daughter of the late W.R. Curtis and Evelyn Bailey Curtis. A devout Christian, Louise's faith was the cornerstone of her life. She was a dedicated prayer warrior, always seeking to spread peace and happiness to those around her. Known for her compassionate and caring nature, she often told her...
Theresa Lee (Dabbs) Tracy, aged 68, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family and loved ones, in Manchester on May 21, 2024. She was born on August 4, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan to James and Faye Dabbs. She loved spending time with her family and friends, fishing, being outdoors, cooking, crocheting, and knittin She attended Lewis County High School and was of the class of 1973. In the early 90's she got her CNA license and worked in the medical field until she became disabled and...
James Wendell Mounce, aged 68, entered into eternal rest on May 24, 2024, in Nashville. Born on June 16, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, he was a man of great skill and dedication. With a lifelong career as a mechanic and electrician within the Union, James exemplified the values of hard work and expertise. His hands were rarely still, as he found joy in the act of working and the satisfaction of a job well done. Known for his ability to repair the irreparable, James had a generous spirit and a readiness to offer his assistance to all in need. A...
Persons having loved ones, family, and/or friends buried in the Warren Cemetery in Perry County are asked to donate/contribute to the cost of maintaining the four acre cemetery. The maintenance includes mowing, weedeating, bushhogging and, needless to say, fuel to operate these machines. The residents at the Perry County Jail do not do any of the above mentioned jobs, therefore the expense of upkeep is left to the responsibility of family members. Contributions may be mailed to Dorothy W. Lomax, P.O. Box 111, Linden, TN 37096 or Patsy W....
The 113th General Assembly has adjourned for 2024, and it was a very successful year. We have taken measures for Tennessee to be a better place to live, work and to raise a family. This is some of the legislation that was passed during this session. Protecting Children and Family Values Protecting Children from Social Media Act - A new law restores parental authority online by requiring social media companies to verify the ages of account holders and obtain parental consent for minors to create...
Meriwether Lewis lineworkers assisted Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation on May 27, after their service area experienced storm damage. Those who responded to the area are pictured from left to right: Lewis County Journey Lineworker Chris (Chopper) Carroll, Houston County Lead Lineworker Nick Bush, Perry County Journey Lineworker Will Dunnebacke, Hickman County Journey Lineworker Spencer Totty and Perry County Apprentice Lineworker Forrest White. Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit, and...
Paula Dyer, 8th district school board member, was recently notified by Tennessee School Board Association that she has been selected to serve on a panel of judges to select the recipients of the 2024 All Tennessee School Board and the Tennessee School Board Member of the Year. Mrs. Dyer received the distinction of being a member of the All Tennessee School Board in 2023. There were only seven chosen from across the state. "When I found out Paula had been asked by TSBA to serve as a judge for...
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall Mirrors have always played an intrinsic part in our history and mythical legends of beauty and vanity. They are essential, functional, and above all, irresistible, allowing us to see ourselves with imagination, mystery, and illusion. Mirrors play a significant role in our everyday lives of self-examination and are crucial in the design world (both residential and commercial) as decorative and functional elements in bathrooms, hallways, bedrooms, and as elective accents. By utilizing the reflection of light, mirrors ca...
June 7 will be a bittersweet day in TV history, as the final “Wheel of Fortune” hosted by Pat Sajak airs. Sajak announced his retirement plans a year ago, allowing himself time for a VICT_RY L_P, naming of a successor and cleaning all the spare bullion out of the sofa in the dressing room. “Wheel of Fortune” has been like comfort food or an oasis in a chaotic world, so millions of viewers are saddened by Sajak’s departure; but very few were truly caught off-guard by the announcement. The “Whee...
The weather has been rather mild, still with lots of rain, which is good for the gardens and crops that are growing in the area. The days have been rather hot and sometimes the humidity makes it worse with temperatures in the eighties. The nights have still been nice with temperatures in the fifties and sixties most of the time. Some in the area have been trying out the creeks in the area which are still very cold but don’t get much better even when the nights are warm. Those I know of who are sick either at home, in nursing facilities or in t...
Well it is a cool and rainy morning here in our little valley. We do need this rain but it is too cool to sit on the porch. The cats were not in a hurry for their breakfast, they are sleeping in this morning. When the sun is shining and it is warm out, then they are sitting at the door waiting for breakfast. Last week was a good week, we worked outside and got a lot done. We got our yard mowed, it is growing so fast with all this rain. I have heard several people say their gardens are doing good. Pam and Rick got some squash and green onions...
The Dorothy Turnbow Memorial Scholarship winners for 2024 were, right, Cole Farr, Andalyn Himes, and Jaylen Murphy. They each received $1,000. This scholarship has been given for the last 28 years. However, this will be the last year the family will give scholarships. It has been a honor to give the Dorothy Turnbow Scholarship in memory of Craig's mother, stated a family member....
June 3, 1954 The Herald reported, “With this issue of the Herald, we bring you something different in the medium of silver tinting… for the first time in the history of the Herald, advertising is presented in color.” The City of Hohenwald announced a 25 cent reduction in city taxes effective July 1, 1954. This reduction lowered the tax rate to $1.25. Curtis Devore graduated from the I Corps Non-Commissioned Officer Academy in Korea. Everette Dyer was named recipient of the Danforth Found...
Hey Jo! We heard the “Book-It” program is back at Pizza Hut! Is that true? Yes, BOOK IT! is a reading incentive program created by Pizza Hut in 1984. They empower teachers and parents to motivate their students to read by providing digital Reading Award Certificates, good for a free, one-topping Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut. This program is free to schools and parents homeschooling their own children. Who is eligible to participate? Teachers at accredited public, private, and charter schools who teach English Language Arts curriculum for...
Q.) Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? A.) My name is Becky King, and first of all I am a firm believer of Jesus Christ. He is my everything, and I would be nowhere without Him! I am so thankful for what He has brought me through and taught me throughout my life. I am a Lewis County alumni, graduating in 2017 (Go Panthers!). I graduated at Columbia State with my Associates in Nursing, and I am now a Registered Nurse at Northside Medical Professionals. I am a very family oriented person...
This week Lewis County Girl Scouts held their Awards Ceremony to bestow their awards and badges for their endeavors of the past year. Trophies and prizes earned for the Fall Product Sales and Cookie Sales were handed out to each Scout to a round of applause. The smiles and happy dances were a sight to warm hearts! After their recognition and praise, the girls and parents enjoyed a potluck dinner that was enjoyed by all. We hope that this summer will see an increase in our enrollment, so that...
CELEBRATE RECOVERY Celebrate Recovery meets at First Baptist Church of Hohenwald on Monday’s at 6:30 p.m. The address is 103 S. Oak Street. VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) The VFW meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. at the War Memorial Building, 29 Smith Avenue, in the Veterans Service Office. Red Hats of Lewis County Want to meet new friends, go new places, have adventures, go antiquing and to other fun? Come join us on the second Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m .at the Hohenwald Housing Authority 107 Allison Ave A...
Lewis County High School band students and others met at the local Humane Society Shelter and presented LCHS Band Director Adam McInnes with a "Certificate of Appreciation" as well as $200 they collected to be donated to High Forest Humane Society to honor his love of animals....
May 18, 2024 at Pin Oak Lake at Natchez Trace State Park Lewis County Anglers: Fish lbs. Keith Smith, Mason Jackson- 11.1 lbs. Andrew Pirtle, Dennis Johnson-5.58 lbs. Jeff and Zack Adkins-5.34 lbs. Matt Carroll, Kevin Richardson-5.28 lbs. Hammer Clark, Mutt Leigh-0.92 lbs....
