Area News

Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County grand jury returned 49 “True” bills from its session on Thursday, June 1st, according to the Henderson County Circuit Court Clerk’s office. There were four “no” bills returned. Of those indicted, 11 cases were sealed. Those indicted will be arraigned on June 8th…. For complete coverage, see the…

Article by Steve Corlew- While for some it is the beginning of summer, a four-day weekend filled with cookouts, outdoor activities, and a day at the beach, it also marks a solemn remembrance of those that sacrificed their lives so we could celebrate our freedoms. Ceremonies were held in Henderson County and around West Tennessee…

Article by Steve Corlew- Tennessee’s third graders have faced a variety of challenges since starting school. They were sent home from kindergarten due to covid and were in and out during the first grade. The students also missed some school in the second grade. The third grade has been their first normal year. Now third…

Article by Steve Corlew- Pin Oak Lodge at Natchez Trace State Park will be getting make over after funds were approved in the state’s 2023 budget. Based on the current design, the new lodge will look a lot like the lodge recently built at Paris Landing State Park. Governor Bill Lee’s budget included $69 million…

Article by Steve Corlew- After hearing from citizens for and against speed bumps in the Eastern Shores subdivision and discussing a road connecting Harbor Drive with Pine Cone Drive, the board took no action leaving the issue open for future debate. Currently no meetings have been called to further discuss the matter. Aldermen faced a…

Article by Steve Corlew- Over 150 members of the Tennessee National Guard’s 251st Military Police Company received an escort through Lexington, Thursday, May 18th, on their way to Europe. Lexington and Savannah Police Departments, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Henderson County Sheriff’s Department, and Hardin County Fire Department officials escorted busses taking the troops to Memphis International…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Board of Equalization will hear appeals on the recent property assessments June 5th through the 16th. The 2023 property assessments caught many off-guard as property values rose dramatically. Property tax rates will be established by a county equalization board and adopted by the county commission and each of…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Board of Education has tentatively set Tuesday 30th as a work session on the proposed 2023-24 budget. At the board’s session, May 18th, Director of Schools Danny Beecham reviewed the proposed budget. The budget includes increased funding for salaries, school safety, building improvements, and educational programs. “All through…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Tennessee Department of Transportation has given a status report on several projects in Henderson County. Work continues on the Lexington Bypass (SR-459) that connects U.S. 412 West with Tennessee 22 South. Crews were busy installing new traffic signals at the intersections on Tennessee 22 South (South Broad Street) and on…