American Legion Post 77 Honored First Responders and Veterans on 9/11
Article by Steve Corlew- American Legion Post 77 Riders honored local first responders and veterans during its 9/11 memorial ride on Sunday, September 11, 2022. American Legion Tennessee Department Commander Lanny Culver reminded those attending the ride about the significance of the day. The theme of the ride was “May We Never Forget 09/11/2001!” Twenty-one…
Read MoreLady Tigers Complete Back to Back Wins
Article by Blake Franklin- Last week, the Lexington High School Lady Tigers volleyball team had two district matches back to back. In winning the first match against Bolivar, Lexington was looking to secure their second consecutive win in district play on the week. The Lady Tigers would welcome Chester County to their home gym in…
Read MoreObituaries For September 14, 2022 Edition
Lonnie Nolan Blakney, 88 Mary Louise Burrow, 86 Rita Ann Cagle, 70 Edith Faye Cozart, 89 Barbara Dye, 79 John David Hatch, 74 David Holmes, 73 Chester L. Johnson, 90 Bonnie Ruth Jowers, 85 Alma Reeves Little JV Moody, 87 Josh Moore, 46 Diane Reeves, 46 Blake William Watson, 22 For complete obituaries, see the…
Read MoreSheriff Seeks to Strike Motion to Dismiss
Article by Steve Corlew- The attorney for Henderson County Sheriff Brian Duke has filed a motion to strike the recent motion to dismiss his lawsuit seeking more funds for his department. Sheriff Duke is also asking that he be allowed to work with Mayor Robbie McCready to resolve the issue. The Sheriff’s motion was filed…
Read MoreTigers Secure Demanding Win Over Liberty Crusaders
Article by Blake Franklin- With the season getting off to a start that Lexington wasn’t exactly looking for, the Big Red Tigers football team needed a win in a big way. Lexington hosted Liberty Tech last Friday evening, September 2, at Jim Stowe Field. The Tigers took control of the game early and never looked…
Read MoreHenderson County Free Fair To Bring Fun and Excitement
Article by Steve Corlew- The annual Henderson County Free Fair will bring fun and entertainment for everyone, September 12-17. 2022. Henderson County has hosted a fair since the 1850s, according to Henderson County Historian Phillip Renfroe. It has been at its current location since the 1960s where it has operated yearly, except during the pandemic…
Read MoreLMS Takes Bragging Rights with Win
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lexington Middle School football team was in action last Thursday evening, September 1, against an in-county rival in Henderson County North. The Minutemen looked to even their record out with a win over the Tigers on the night. Lexington Middle School took control of the game and never looked back…
Read MoreNew Administration Takes Office, Mayor, Assessors Move
Article by Steve Corlew- As the new county administration takes office, the Mayor and Property Assessor’s offices are moving. Henderson County elected officials took office on September 1. “This move will help our customers,” Property Assessor Gary Pope said. McCready’s office will now be on the second floor, next to the Henderson County Chancery Court…
Read MoreSH Lions Football Defeated by Adamsville
Article by Blake Franklin- The Scotts Hill High School Lions football team was on the road last Friday evening, September 2. The Lions traveled to Adamsville High School to take on the Cardinals. Scotts Hill was coming off a loss against Mt. Pleasant the previous week and looked to capture a win over Adamsville. After…
Read MoreHenderson County Schools Receive Level 5 Status
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County School District, Bargerton Elementary School, and Lexington High School have been classified as Level 5 by the Tennessee Department of Education. Bargerton Elementary School celebrated their level 5 achievement, Friday, September 2, 2022. LHS will celebrate their award on September 15th. Bargerton Elementary School principal Shannon Taylor announced…
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