Highway 22 South Re-Opens
Article by Steve Corlew- While the re-opening of Tennessee 22 South helping relieve the congestion caused by the detour, one business is seeing a new problem. The highway had been closed for the construction at the intersection of the new State Route 459 and Tennessee 22 South. The bypass with U.S. 412 and Tennessee 22…
Read MoreGracy Moling Signs LOI with Jackson State
Article by Blake Franklin- Before the Lexington High School Lady Tigers softball team was crowned State Champions, a member of the program had a very special day celebrated on her behalf. Gracy Moling, who signed her letter of intent to continue her softball career with Jackson State, was surrounded by many supporters, family members, friends,…
Read MoreGrand Jury Hands Down 66 True Bills of Indictment
Article by Blake Franklin- The Henderson County Grand Jury met on Friday, June 3, 2022, and handed down 66 true bills of indictment. This number also included 10 sealed indictments. There were also 3 no billed indictments: • Lennie O. Anderson, Jr., Possession of Schedule I – Heroine, Possession of Schedule II – Fentanyl, Driving…
Read MoreOutdoor Reflections
Article Submitted by Holly Overman- On such a calm and beautiful evening in Henderson County, my soul needed to savor the scenery. Since my youngest was napping after playing hard outside, that meant I could have some downtime. After shooting my bow to get it ready for a new season, I sat down on the…
Read MoreTennessee Education Commissioner Visits Westover
Article by Steve Corlew- State Education Commissioner, Penny Schwinn, visited Westover School, Friday June 3, 2022, as part of the Accelerating TN 2022 Tour. The stop was part of the tour which spanned 50 school districts over the course of three weeks to highlight summer learning opportunities. According to Casey McDaniel, the District Academic Coach…
Read MoreTraveling Car Show Coming Through Lexington, June 14th
Article by Steve Corlew- If you are a gearhead, you will not want to miss the 28th Hot Rod Power Tour which will be traveling down U.S. 412 on Tuesday, June 14th, 2022. Last year over 3,500 cars of all types participated in the event. This year’s route will begin at Liberty Park in Memphis…
Read MoreCity Board Holds Budget Workshop
Article by Brooke F. James- The Lexington City Board of Mayor and Aldermen met on Tuesday, May 31 in a special called budget workshop. The meeting began with prayer by Robbie McCready and pledge led by Captain Jeff Middleton. All aldermen were in attendance, Jimmy White, Fred Ellis, Gabe Williams, Sandra Wood, Gordon Wildridge, Tim…
Read MoreThe Lexington Little League Formation of League and Season Summary: Year 1952
Article Submitted- The organization of Little League baseball for Lexington and Henderson County occurred during February 1952 in meetings held at the Lexington City Hall. E. T. Baker was elected President of the League, John Dodd Vice-President, R. F. (Fred) Odle Treasurer and Clyde M. Reeves was selected as Secretary. All applications by players to…
Read MoreSardis City Board Hears Citizen’s Concerns
Article by Steve Corlew- A group of concerned citizens met with the Sardis City Board Monday night, June 6, 2022, to express concern over a possible trailer park development within the city limits. Sardis resident, Marilyn Long, addressed the city board to see if anything could be done to regulate such a development. The trailer…
Read MoreScotts Hill Takes Steps Toward Water System Improvement
Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill Board of Aldermen began the process for a $2.268 million improvement project for the city water department. The board approved authorizing the engineering firm of TLM Associates and the Southwest Tennessee Development District to oversee the project. According to Jennie Keel of TLM Associates, part of the money…
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