Area News
School Board Reviews Scotts Hill Elementary Plans
Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Board of Education members got a close-up view of improvements planned for Scotts Hill Elementary School and they approved supplements for Fine Arts and Cross Country during the board’s monthly meeting on Thursday, November 13th. Board members also heard… For complete coverage, see the November 19th edition of…
Read MoreHenderson County Man Dies in Accident on US 412
Article by Steve Corlew A 30-year-old Henderson County man died as a result of injuries from a two-vehicle accident to U.S. 412 West near Old Juno Road on… For complete coverage, see the November 19th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreHenderson Countians Hear The Call to Help Others
Article by Steve Corlew Henderson Countians continued to open their hearts and fill the food baskets of those around the county in need. Volunteers were out in force at the United Methodist Church’s Food Pantry, waiting patiently for the truck to arrive on Thursday. American Legion members were out… For complete coverage, see the November…
Read MoreYoung and Old Remember and Honor Veterans Day
Article by Steve Corlew While Veteran’s Day is traditionally celebrated on November 11th, Henderson Countians paused to remember and salute veterans throughout the month. The Veterans of Foreign Wars local post 1294 hosted the traditional Veterans Day Service at the Henderson County Court House at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, November 11th, the traditional time for……
Read MoreCrossroads Approves New Garbage Pickup Firm
Article by Steve Corlew The City of Parkers Crossroads Board of Commissioners approved a new firm to provide curb-side garbage pickup for residents at its meeting on Thursday, November 13th. The board, made up of Mayor Kenneth Kizer, Vice-Mayor Jamie Simonton and Commissioner Tony Hardee approved switching from… For complete coverage, see the November 12th…
Read MoreCharter Change Up for Discussion on November 13th
Article by Steve Corlew What is a city charter and why has a discussion of a charter change by the City of Lexington prompted such interest? Well to understand the question, you need to understand what the city charter is and the different types of charters in the state. The charter is like a city’s…
Read MoreCommissioners Approve Grant Funding, Broadband
Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Commission approved the bid for the Everett Horn Public Library Connected Community Facility and extending broadband service to a portion of Henderson County, during a special session on Thursday, October 30th. Commissioners also approved… For complete coverage, see the November 5th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreSSGT Swanson Reminds Us to Remember Active Service Members
Article by Steve Corlew With Veterans Day just a few days away, one local combat active-duty service member reminds us that they too need to be remembered for their continued service and long deployments from home. SSGT Morgan “Mo” Swainson was home recently and was able to catch up with… For complete coverage, see the…
Read MoreAldermen Organize, Elect Vice Mayor
Article by Steve Corlew The Lexington City Aldermen worked through a lengthy agenda, elected a vice mayor, city judge and discussed the city’s charter during its first full meeting since the election. A large crowd of over 50 residents, supporters, and city employees attended the session. Mayor Gordon Wildridge and new board members… For complete…
Read MoreNew Westover Park, Walking Path Dedicated
Article by Steve Corlew Henderson County’s newest public park was opened on Wednesday, October 22nd just off U.S. 412 at Nancy Wilson Dr. as local officials held a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony. Funded by a Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Grant with matching… For complete coverage, see the October 29th edition of The…
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