Local Fire Departments Honored for Smoke Detector Program
Article by Steve Corlew- The Tennessee Fire Marshall’s Office honored and recognized the Henderson County Fire Department as the leader in smoke detector installations in the state, Thursday, September 8, 2022, while the Lexington Fire Department ranked ninth. The awards came on the 10th anniversary of the Get Alarmed Program in Tennessee. The program is…
Read MoreLHS Football Suffers Loss to Tomcats
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lexington High School football team was on the road last Friday evening, September 9, as the Tigers headed to Brownsville, Tennessee to compete against the Haywood County Tomcats. Lexington was able to string a bit of success together during the game but overall, it would be Haywood County who kept…
Read MoreMotion to Dismiss Withdrawn in Sheriff’s Lawsuit
Article by Steve Corlew- The attorney for Henderson County Mayor Robbie McCready has withdrawn the motion to dismiss the Henderson County Sheriff’s lawsuit. The Notice of Withdrawal of the Motion to Dismiss was field Monday, September 12, 2022, in Henderson County Circuit Court. That original motion that is being withdrawn, was filed August 30, 2022.…
Read MoreLady Tigers Soccer Take Win Over Hardin County
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lexington Lady Tigers soccer team was on the road last Wednesday evening, September 7, 2022, against Hardin County High School. This match was a district game, and the Lady Tigers were looking to stay undefeated in district play. Lexington would have another dominant performance against Hardin County and came away…
Read MoreScotts Hill Board Discusses Water System
Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill City Board spent much of their time discussing water during its regular board session, September 6, 2022. First it was the water department and the state grant, and second was a proposed splash pad at the city park. General Manager Clayton Armstrong updated the board on the water…
Read MoreTigers Unable to Upset McKenzie
Article by Blake Franklin- The Henderson County North Tigers football team hit the road last Thursday evening, September 8, 2022, to take on an undefeated McKenzie Middle School football program hoping to secure an upset against the Rebels. The Tigers started out playing well in the game, but the McKenzie team was too much of…
Read MoreWilkinson Announces Retirement Plans, Board to Add More Resource Officers
Article by Steve Corlew- Henderson County Director of Schools Steve Wilkinson announced to school board members that he plans to retire on January 15, 2023, during the board’s meeting Thursday night. The board also agreed to hire three additional resource officers since no word has been received on grant funding for the requested positions. Wilkinson…
Read MoreLHS Volleyball Team Takes Down Bolivar
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lexington High School Lady Tigers volleyball team was back in action in a road match against Bolivar Central High School last week. This match was played on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Lexington was coming off a win and looking to ride the momentum into this matchup as well. The Lady…
Read MoreSardis Board Approves CMFO Training
Article by Steve Corlew- The Sardis City Board approved paying for a part-time employee to receive training as a Certified Municipal Finance Officer, during its regular session September 6, 2022. The board also approved the reappointment of Richard Holland as Vice-Mayor and Wayne Scott as City Recorder. During the board’s session, aldermen unanimously gave their…
Read MoreLady Lions Soccer Get District Win
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lady Lions Soccer team was back in action on their home field on September 8, 2022, as the team welcomed their district rival, the Loretto Lady Mustangs for the first time this season. Scotts Hill demonstrated another full field attack, working the ball fiercely from one end of the field…
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