Area News
They Are Proud They Served, We Are Proud They Did
Article by Steve Corlew- Henderson Countians will be honoring our veterans this upcoming weekend, and for those who have served it will be a special day. It began as a day to remember the end of the “war to end all wars,” World War I. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the…
Read MoreElection Results Are In With No Surprises in Henderson County
Article by Steve Corlew- There were no surprises in the November General Election returns as Republicans Brock Martin, Kirk Haston, and Ed Jackson were elected to represent Henderson County in Nashville, November 8, 2022. David Kustoff will represent Henderson County in Congress and Bill Lee won re-election as Governor. In Henderson County, 6,537 voters turned…
Read MoreGilliam Promoted to Lt. Colonel
Article by Steve Corlew- Family and friends gathered to see Casey Gilliam promoted to Lt. Colonel during ceremonies at the Henderson County Courthouse, November 5th. Gilliam, a “Top Gun” pilot and Marine Corp officer was sworn in by another “Top Gun” and Henderson County Native, Navy Commander Ian Gorski. Gilliam was also joined by his…
Read MoreVeterans to be Honored This Weekend
Article by Steve Corlew- Several activities and events are scheduled to honor local veterans this weekend. Thursday, November 10, the Sardis Senior Center will have a program honoring veterans at 11:00 a.m. followed by a luncheon. The Henderson County Senior Citizens Center will host a drive through breakfast, Thursday, November 10 to honor Veterans. The…
Read MoreParkers Crossroads Commissioners Worked Through Short Agenda
Article by Steve Corlew- Parkers Crossroads commissioners worked through a short agenda during their regular monthly meeting, November 4, 2022. Among the items discussed, was the need for a helipad at the city park. Commissioners decided to do some research to see if grant funds were available. Commissioner Tony Hardee suggested that the city consult…
Read MoreScotts Hill Board Discusses Water Grants and Projects
Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill Board of Aldermen spent much of their two-hour session discussing water department grants and projects during the regular board meeting, November 7, 2022. “We have the best workers right now, and dedicated workers,” Mayor Woody Capley told the board. “I call them a team, because it is everybody.”…
Read MoreBird Tells Rotary of His Marathon Experience
Article by Steve Corlew- Lexington’s Matthew Bird spoke to the Lexington Rotary Club recently telling of his experience in the ultra-marathon, “The Last Annual Vol State Race.” Bird was the guest of Steve Meyer at the club’s November 1st meeting. The 314-mile (500K) race brought Bird through his hometown where friends and family met him…
Read MoreWork Underway to Save Lexington Money
Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington Utilities Department has started a project at the filter plant that will have long-term benefits for the city. If you have ever noticed water being pumped from the two retention ponds in front of the L.T. “Pie” Hay Filter Plant and wondered what was going on? The city is…
Read MoreFlags Go Up and Events Are Slated to Honor Veterans
Article by Steve Corlew- Veterans’ groups have been busy preparing to honor those that have served this country. The local Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion Posts have planned events for November 11th and 12th. Both have been busy installing Field of Flags to honor those who serve. According to VFW Post 1294 Commander…
Read MoreStuart C. Irby Chosen as Broadband Contractor
Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington City Board selected Stuart C. Irby as its contractor for the Lexington Electric System’s Broadband project. The board made the selection Thursday, October 27, 2022, after hearing proposals from Stuart C. Irby and FiberRise on the previous two days. Lexington received a $27.49 million grant under the Tennessee Emergency…
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