Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

Q.) Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? A.) I work at Assure Title and Escrow. I have an eight year old son named Cash. I am very involved in the recovery community here in Hohenwald, and I l...

Staff Reporter by Amanda Spears This one was a special one for me, not only because I have known Lea Ann all my life. She is truly one of the best people you will ever come to know. I was sad to hear...

by Amanda Spears, Staff Reporter This interview was such an amazing one, this young lady is absolutely amazing. Q.) Can you tell me a little about yourself? A.) My name is Maria. I have been in Hohenw...

Q.) Can you tell me a little about yourself? A.) I am a mother of eight children. We had five girls and three boys. I have worked hard all my life. I love to help and do for others when I am able....

Era Bates, 100 by Amanda Spears, Staff Reporter This was one of my favorite interviews. Just imagine for a moment the things this lady has seen in her lifetime. She was born on March 2 ,1923. She had...

Don Barber, 62 Q.) Can you tell me a little about yourself? A.) I am long time business owner in Lewis County. I have made most of my living right here in Hohenwald. I'm a father of three amazing...

by Amanda Spears, Staff Reporter When I got the call for this one, I was super excited. She has an amazing story and she is such an amazing person all around. I was so happy to do this interview. I...

by Amanda Spears, Reporter Q.) Can you tell me a little about yourself? A.) I was born in Heidelberg, Germany in 1971. My parents are Kenneth and Jane Runions. I graduated from Lewis County High...

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...

Jackie Lawson, 65 by Amanda Spears, Reporter I got a call on December 29, 2022 nominating Jackie Lawson for her heroic role that morning before daylight! When I called Jackie to set up a meeting time,...

by Amanda Spears, Reporter For me, this week's person of the week was a treat, because she is one of the best women I know. When I reached out to her to tell her she was chosen for person of the...

by Amanda Spears, Reporter We chose Josie because she has worked so hard on all the windows for Christmas in Hohenwald the last couple of years. She is such a hard worker and is amazing at what she...

Katrina Anthony, 48 by Amanda Spears, Reporter If you know Katrina Anthony, then you know I've had her tore up over being selected. I so enjoyed my interview with her. She is such a pleasure to be...

By Amanda Spears Reporter Mason Sharp, 31 When I reached out to Mason to let him nnow he was chosen for person of the week, his response was, "No kidding - wow my name hasn't been in the paper since...

By Amanda Spears, Reporter Kid Edition! This young lady is so full of spunk. She greeted me at the door and was so excited for our interview. She introduced me to everyone. Hope you all enjoy getting...

by Amanda Spears, Reporter When I reached out to Ashley, to let her know she was nominated for person of the week, she was so excited. A special quote from Miss Ashley is "always wake up with a...

KIDS OF THE WEEK Well this week my Kid of the week is actually the 10 high school football seniors! Most of these young men I have known all their lives. I thought this would be something new and to...

Tonya Long Woodward, 46 When I reached out to Tonya to let her know she had been chosen for the Person Of The Week, she said this is so kind. And I thought to myself, she is the most selfless person...

Kid Edition! Jesse Hensley, 10 When I arrived to interview this young man, he was so polite and very well mannered. His Mom and Dad told me he has gotten the presidential award every year since he...

Christine Brown, 71 Miss Christine was shocked when I called her to let her know she had been selected as Person of the Week and I am almost sure she knew who nominated her. Q.) Where did you grow up?...

Amy Jett, 31 Q.) Where did you grow up? A.) Here in good ole H-Town. Q.)What is one of your fondest childhood memories? A.) Some of my favorite memories are from cheerleading when I was in high...

Kid edition! Zoie Hallman, 9 Q.) What is your full name? A.) Zoie Leighan Hallman. Q.) What is your favorite game to play? A.) I love to play hide and seek. Q.) Who is your personal hero? A.) My...

Randall Christy, 42 By Amanda Spears Staff Reporter When I reached out to Randall Christy to tell him he was chosen for person of the week, his words were, "What in the world and well ok, I will be...

By Amanda Spears Reporter Tim (Stik) Cotham: When you used to hear that name years and years ago, it was for a different reason, Now look at the life he's living - such an accomplishment. Just goes to...

Name: Brandy Bennett Age: 42 How long have you lived in Hohenwald? Born here but 30+ years lived away for awhile What did you want to be when you grew up? Teacher or Lawyer to either work with...