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Articles from the October 8, 2020 edition


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  • It's Oktober Heritage Festival Time!

    Katelin Carroll, Staff Reporter|Oct 8, 2020

    The air has fallen to a crisp 70 degrees just in time for you to grab your most comfortable pair of walking shoes and test the age-old saying "one man's junk is another man's treasure" on Friday and Saturday, October 9 and 10. Grab yourself some food from this year's wide selection of food trucks and vendors. You can satisfy just about any craving from good ol' New Orleans cuisine to sweet apple fritters and the ol' reliable cheeseburgers and hotdogs. Make sure to go by Main Street in downtown...

  • Mike Wolfe, Community Leaders Launch 'Nashville's Big Back Yard'

    Oct 8, 2020

    American Picker Mike Wolfe is joining leaders from 13 rural Middle Tennessee and Northwest Alabama communities to launch a new regional movement dubbed "Nashville's Big Back Yard." Nashville's Big Back Yard (NBBY) is a region anchored by 100 miles of the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway that connects communities with populations under 5,000 - from Leiper's Fork, down to Muscle Shoals, Alabama. In the age of coronavirus, small communities are seeing a surge of interest from people who are drawn to...

  • Buffalo River Blueway project begins

    Oct 8, 2020

    Like most rural counties across Tennessee, Lewis County is always looking to utilize its natural resources for both its residents and tourists. And one of the most important natural resources we have here in our community is the beautiful Buffalo River. In the fall of 2018, Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner was approached about applying for a Tourism Enhancement Grant by Chamber of Commerce Director Debbie Landers and Professional Consultant Bridget Jones. Ms. Landers and Dr. Jones believed this...

  • Early Voting Underway

    Oct 8, 2020

    Early voting for the November 3rd Federal/State General and Lewis County General Election began Wednesday, October 14 and ends Thursday, October 29, 2020. If voting by mail, voters must meet certain legal qualifications. A voter desiring to vote absentee by mail must request an application no later than Tuesday, October 27. The State and Federal General Election ballot will consist of the Presidential Election, United States Senate, United States House of Representatives, District 7, Tennessee Senate, District 28, and Tennessee House of...

  • Ryley Treadwell

    Oct 8, 2020

    Ryley Lewis Treadwell entered this world on March 31, 2020 and his soul gained its wings on September 30, 2020. Ryley will live on through the gift of organ donation. While the family is experiencing overwhelming grief, another family is experiencing overwhelming joy. Ryley saved the life of a young child within 48 hours of his passing, which gives the family some comfort in knowing that Ryley is truly a hero! Ryley leaves behind his mother, Emily Treadwell; brother, Hunter Treadwell both of Sum...

  • Dorine Sisco

    Oct 8, 2020

    Janice Dorine (Louque) Sisco of Columbia passed from this life to another on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at the age of 70. Dorine was born on October 11, 1949, to Philip and Violet Louque in Waynesboro. She met the love of her life and her best friend, Mike Sisco, when she was in first grade. They graduated from Lewis County High School in 1967 and eventually married on December 26, 1970. Their greatest achievement came when they welcomed their son, Eddie, to the world. After many years of living...

  • Gary Schwendimann

    Oct 8, 2020

    Gary Lee Schwendimann, age 72 of Hohenwald, passed away at Maury Regional Medical Center on Sunday, October 4, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Gypsy Jo Schwendimann; daughter, Cassi Fitzgerald; son-in-law, Russell Cothran; brother, Van Schwendimann; grandson, Harrison Cothran; along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Schwendimann and Billie (Whitwell) Schwendimann; daughter, Heidi (Schwendimann) Cothran; and brothers, Tim and Don Schwendimann. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10...

  • Carolyn Mathis

    Oct 8, 2020

    Carolyn Hinson Mathis, age 84, of Linden passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Perry Community Hospital. She was born in Hohenwald to the late Sullivan Hinson and Jessie Clayton Hinson. She was a member of Linden Church of Christ, an avid Bridge player and loved working in her flowers. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Bob" Mathis; a daughter, Lynn Mathis Goulart; granddaughters, Jessica Fisher and Allison Goular; and sisters, Betty...

  • Ruby Duncan

    Oct 8, 2020

    Ruby M. (Stevens) Duncan, age 90, passed away peacefully in Illinois with her son and daughter by her bedside on Friday, October 2, 2020 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born April 13, 1930 in Linden. She was the much loved mother of Donald Duncan and Joyce M. Wray; cherished grandmother of Brandi (Joe) Turner, Robert (Anna) Hamilton, Randall Hamilton, Ronald (Candice) Hamilton, Wayne Duncan and Chris Duncan; dearest great-grandmother of Brandon, Ethan, Ashleigh, Abigail, Noah,...

  • Gwenda Luna

    Oct 8, 2020

    Gwenda Lanell Luna, age 75 of Hohenwald, passed away October 4, 2020 at Southern Tennessee Regional Health Center in Lawrenceburg. Ms. Luna was born in Waynesboro to the late Rod and O'dell Luna on October 19, 1944. Gwenda was a very giving and compassionate single mom of three children often making sacrifices for the good of her family. During this time, she attended school to obtain her cosmetology license. During her senior year of high school, she won the Homemaker of the Year award. When...

  • Edward Minyard

    Oct 8, 2020

    Edward Kolb Minyard, age 56 of Hohenwald, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2020, at his home. He was born on April 13, 1964, in Mobile, Alabama to the late Edward Minyard and Helen Hargrave. He and his wife, Peggy, enjoyed a great life together with their family. Along with his wife, Peggy (Bowen) French, he is survived by his daughters, Raven Minyard of Harrisenburg, Virginia and Heather Conner of Hohenwald; grandchildren, Destiny (Savannah) Conner, Donovan Conner, Hailey Bowen, Jazalyn...

  • Rubye Thompson

    Oct 8, 2020

    Rubye Thompson, age 83, passed away on October 4, 2020, in her home in Nashville. Rubye was born on April 27, 1937, in Hohenwald to her late parents, Tip and Dean Yates. Rubye retired from Laundry Services at Maury Regional Medical Center. When she wasn't working, you could find her enjoying nature and craft projects. Rubye found joy in family, interior decorating, gardening, and pop music. She loved so many things in life, but her primary passion was her husband and her daughter. The family...

  • Unemployment down in nearly every Tennessee county

    Oct 8, 2020

    New data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development highlighted an improving economy with lower unemployment in nearly every county across the state in August. Benton was the only county with a slight increase of 0.1 of a percentage point in its month-to-month comparison. Lewis and surrounding counties showed a decrease in unemployment. Lewis County declined 7.6 percent, from 8.8 percent. Maury County decreased to 8 percent from 10.1; Wayne County, 7.4 percent from 9 percent; Hickman County, 6 percent from 7.1 percent;...

  • TCAT Hohenwald Recognition of Summer Trimester Awards

    Oct 8, 2020

    Tennessee College of Applied Technology Hohenwald recognized the students who earned awards, including diplomas and certificates for the Summer Trimester 2020. Additionally, many students earned Academic Honors to include Academic Excellence and Academic Awards. Students with Perfect Attendance were also recognized at Awards Day. The TCAT Hohenwald students are recognized by award as follows: 2020 Summer Awards Diplomas and Certificates Keenon Wilkerson – Industrial Maintenance Technology Apprentice I Lee Walker – Industrial Maintenance Technol...

  • Kick It Up 5K/1 mile successful

    Oct 8, 2020

    The Lewis County Soccer Club's "Kick It Up" 5K/1 mile run held Saturday, October 3, 2020 was successful. In the one mile run: 0-12 year division, Shiloh Senes finished first and Natalia Senes, second; 13 plus years, Galen Williams, first place, and Rebekah Guzy, second. In the 5K run, 0-16 year division, Ryker Wade and Drew Fellers finished together. The overall fastest runner was Todd Montgomery. Others winners were: Autumn Carroll, second place 26-39 years; Lisa Brewer, first place, Virginia...

  • High Forest Records is now open

    Oct 8, 2020

    High Forest Records opened their doors for business on Saturday, Oct. 3rd, and had an outdoor performance at the gazebo across the street from their new business to celebrate its opening. The staff of High Forest Records believes that there are great musical talents in Hohenwald and they want to help foster them....

  • MLEC and TVA EnergyRight Launch New Programs

    Oct 8, 2020

    Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative and TVA are launching residential virtual home energy evaluations so residents can benefit from money-saving, expert energy advice while maintaining social distance during the pandemic. During the evaluation, the homeowner and MLEC will look at appliances, the thermostat and heat and air unit, check weather stripping on doors and windows, along with other energy users. At the conclusion, homeowners have access to energy-saving recommendations based on their individual home. To learn more about onsite or...

  • Public Notice

    Oct 8, 2020

    NOTICE OF GRAND JURY MEETING “It is the duty of your Grand Jurors to investigate any public offense which they know or have reason to believe has been committed and which is triable or indictable in this county. Any person having knowledge or proof that such an offense has been committed may apply to testify before the Grand Jury subject to the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotates, 40-12-104.” The foreperson of this county is presently: Donald Duncan, 2174 Summertown Highway, Hohenwald, Tennessee. “The Grand Jury will meet on Monday, Novem...

  • LCHS Football Senior Night

    Oct 8, 2020

    LCHS Football Senior Night Seniors of the Lewis County High School football team, cheerleaders and marching band were recognized Friday, September 25, before the Panther/Hickman County football game at Bobby W. Sharp Stadium. Click PDF in the top right corner to view all the foot ball seniors!...

  • Gordonsburg/Little Swan News

    Dorothy Warf|Oct 8, 2020

    Fall has really arrived. The leaves are falling in bunches. On patios and porches where they fall, you will need to sweep every day to keep them all off. The foliage in the woods is just beautiful beyond compare. God really paints some magnificent pictures for us to view. I hope you are able to be out and enjoy the scenery provided for your pleasure. Those who are sick or shut-in and in need of prayers for whatever the need: William Barber, David and Joyce Barnes, G. Y. Bennett, Connie Bonner, Barbara Brown, Dorothy Brown, Amy Carroll, Betty...

  • October is Fraud and Financial Abuse Awareness Month

    Oct 8, 2020

    Lewis County Mayor Jonah Keltner, center, signed a proclamation declaring October as Fraud and Financial Abuse Awareness Month as Sandra Collins and Renee Odom looks on....

  • Webb named Senior Center Director

    Oct 8, 2020

    Lewis County Senior Citizens Board of Directors recently appointed former mayor Bill Webb to serve as the new director of the Center, filling the position vacated by the passing of Director Becky Carroll. The Center was allowed to re-open from the COVID-19 epidemic on Monday, October 5 with state guidelines in place. Everyone entering the building must have temperature checked, answer five questions, hands sanitized or washed and maintain social distancing. Mask are not required but...

  • Girl Scouts continue activities

    Oct 8, 2020

    The Lewis County Girl Scout Junior and Cadet group recently experienced the task of making food from kits. Those participating were Bailey and Shelby Kwider, Mara Trainor, Briley Marshall, and Madison Crowell. They enjoyed sharing and trying the different foods they created. Any girl in grades 6 through 8 is welcome to join the group which meets on Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. While out of school on fall break, the Lewis County Girl Scout Daisy Troop 1521 and Brownie Troop 3033 took a bowling trip to...

  • E.B. White Classic Comes to Life on Virtual Stage

    Oct 8, 2020

    Later this month Watershed Public Theatre will present a fully virtual production of Charlotte’s Web, adapted by Joseph Robinette and based on the classic novel by E.B. White. Recorded performances will be available for public viewing on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 pm and Saturday, October 24 at 3:00 pm. Additional daytime performances for school groups are available beginning October 19 and may be booked by contacting [email protected]. Charlotte’s Web is a story of a bond formed through an unlikely friendship between Wilbur the...

  • 4-H Hogfest October 8

    Oct 8, 2020

    The annual Lewis County 4-H Hogfest will be held today, Thursday, October 8, 2020 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the Lewis County Courthouse lawn. BBQ plates will be available for a donation and will include pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, chips, dessert, and drink. Pre-orders may be made by calling 796-3091 or visiting the local UT Extension office located in the basement of the courthouse. Deliveries will be made within the city limits. All funds raised from this event help with children attending 4-H camp. In case of rain, the event will...

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