Area News
Can it be Fixed? TDOT Officials Reviewing Options on Lexington Bypass/22A
Article by Steve Corlew- Officials with the Tennessee Department of Transportation met with local mayors, emergency responders, and law enforcement leaders concerning the dangerous intersection of Lexington Bypass (SR459) and Tennessee 22A, Monday afternoon, September 25th. While no immediate solution was offered, state officials said they will begin looking at ways fix the high accident…
Read MoreGrand Jury Hears 45 Cases, Returns 41 True Bills
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County grand jury returned 41 “True” bills from the session on Monday, September 18th, according to the Henderson County Circuit Court Clerk’s office. The grand jury returned four “no true” bills and one was case was not presented. One indictment was sealed. Areba A. Clark, possession of… For complete…
Read MoreCommission Approves Budget Transfers, Office Renovations
Article by Steve Corlew – The Henderson County Commission approved budget transfers, raising supervisor salaries at the Henderson County Sheriff’s office on Tuesday, September 12th. Commissioners also postponed action on the…
Read MoreHuge Crowds Turnout for Annual Free Fair
Article by Steve Corlew – A record-breaking crowd turned out for the annual Henderson County Free Fair this past week. Excellent fall weather and the free gate helped draw the attendance from neighboring…
Read MoreFive Injured in Two Vehicle Collision on Bypass
Article by Steve Corlew – Five persons were injured in a two-vehicle collision, Saturday, September 16th at Tennessee 22A and the Lexington Bypass, according to Lexington Police Chief Jeff Middleton. The accident is…
Read MoreHenderson County Man Faces Arson Charges
Article by Steve Corlew- A 30-year-old Henderson County Man faces charges following a fire on Wednesday, September 6th, on Laster Road in Huron. Robert Duane Campbell was apprehended by the Henderson County Sheriff’s Department at the scene, according to officials. Campbell was charged with arson by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation special agents on Thursday,…
Read MoreHenderson County Free Fair Opens
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Free Fair is underway as area families flock to the annual event. The weather is expected to cooperate for the remainder of the fair’s run. The fair’s free gate has been one of its main attractions, providing entertainment for all. This year the fair will run through September…
Read MoreLexington, Scotts Hill Students Begin Middle College
Article by Steve Corlew- A Middle College Program at Jackson State Community College is giving Henderson County high school students a chance to earn college credits. Twenty-eight students from Lexington High School and 10 from Scotts Hill High School are taking advantage of the new program. The program is through a state grant and on…
Read MoreTwo Sentenced in 2019 Madison County Murder
Article by Steve Corlew- A Lexington man and a Madison County woman have been convicted and sentenced in connection with the 2019 murder of a Madison County man. Robert James Tipler, 34, was sentenced to life in prison for first-degree murder and 10 years for possession of a firearm as a convicted felon, on July…
Read MoreSchool Safety Awareness Increase, Along with Resources
Article by Steve Corlew- It is useful, anonymous, and provides a way to help keep students safe in school. However, until recently, the SafeTN app has not been widely known. School officials and the state are trying to get the word out. One of the key features of the app is that it is totally…
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