Area News
“Operation Holiday Surprise” Nabs 14 on Drug Charges
Article by Steve Corlew- State and local law enforcement officers arrested 14 individuals on Monday, December 4th, under “Operation Holiday Surprise” led by the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Many of the arrests were a result of the recent Henderson County grand jury which returned 82 “True” bills from the session…
Read MoreSanta is a Busy This Christmas Season
Article by Steve Corlew- Ol’ Saint Nick was a very busy fella as the Christmas Season in Henderson County got off to a very big start. On Thursday, November 30th, the Henderson County Chamber of Commers cut the ribbon on the Ice-Skating Rink at the Henderson County courthouse. On Friday, Lexington High School Senior night…
Read MoreGrand Jury Hears 90 Cases, Returns 82 True Bills
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County grand jury returned 82 “True” bills from the session on Monday, November 27th, according to the Henderson County Circuit Court Clerk’s office. The grand jury returned eight “no true” bills. There were 27 sealed indictments returned…. For complete coverage, see the December 6th edition of The Lexington Progress.…
Read MoreScotts Hill Approves Cost of Living Increase for Water Rates
Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill City Board approved the first reading of annual cost of living increases on water and garbage rates, during the regular meeting on Monday, December 4th. The resolutions approved by aldermen will put into effect an automatic… For complete coverage, see the December 6th edition of The Lexington Progress.…
Read MoreLexington Industrial Development Board Hears PILOT Request
Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington Industrial Development Board approved a payment in lieu of tax (PILOT) request from Woodland Homes as the management company moves forward with planned improvements. Meeting, Monday, at Lexington City Hall, the Industrial Development Board approved the request based on the recommendation from city attorney Ken Walker and the approval…
Read MoreChristmas Lights, Parades, Santa Highlight Local Activities
Article by Steve Corlew- Thanksgiving is over and many events across the county will celebrate the Christmas season. Santa can be found all around Henderson County as several events are planned. The switch has been thrown and one of the largest Christmas Light Shows in the area is bringing the spirit of the season to…
Read MoreLast Known County WWII Veteran Dies at 96
Article by Steve Corlew- Henderson County lost its last World War II veteran just shy of his 97th birthday on Sunday, November 26th. Issac Thomas Whitwell would have turned 97 on December 7th. Whitwell joined the Navy at 17, served as a… For complete coverage, see the November 29th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe…
Read MoreMiddleton Confirmed as Fire/Police Chief
Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington City Board reaffirmed Jeff Middleton’s dual role as Police and Fire Chief and they heard the progress being made on broadband service, during the board’s meeting on Monday night, November 28th. Aldermen also instructed the city’s department heads to begin working on the 2024-25 budgets. During a special session…
Read MoreLexington Tigers Blown Out by Bolivar
Article by Jordan Morris- The Lexington Tigers basketball team traveled to Bolivar this past Monday, November 20th. Lexington was unable to collect the win over Bolivar. The final score of the game was 32-70, with Bolivar dominating Lexington. Lexington is 1-2 in the season. In the first quarter, Lexington fell behind with six points, and Bolivar…
Read MoreAmid Confusion Over Motions, Commissioners Approve Budget Transfers
Article by Steve Corlew- After some confusion, the Henderson County Commission approved two school board budget transfers to fund stadium projects and school building improvements on Tuesday, November 14th. In the end, the commission approved motions to transfer $2 million from undesignated school funds to the athletic construction projects and $350,000 from undesignated funds to…
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