Area News

Article by Steve Corlew- The Sardis City Board approved paying for a part-time employee to receive training as a Certified Municipal Finance Officer, during its regular session September 6, 2022. The board also approved the reappointment of Richard Holland as Vice-Mayor and Wayne Scott as City Recorder. During the board’s session, aldermen unanimously gave their…

Article by Steve Corlew- American Legion Post 77 Riders honored local first responders and veterans during its 9/11 memorial ride on Sunday, September 11, 2022. American Legion Tennessee Department Commander Lanny Culver reminded those attending the ride about the significance of the day. The theme of the ride was “May We Never Forget 09/11/2001!” Twenty-one…

Article by Steve Corlew- The attorney for Henderson County Sheriff Brian Duke has filed a motion to strike the recent motion to dismiss his lawsuit seeking more funds for his department. Sheriff Duke is also asking that he be allowed to work with Mayor Robbie McCready to resolve the issue. The Sheriff’s motion was filed…

Article by Steve Corlew- The annual Henderson County Free Fair will bring fun and entertainment for everyone, September 12-17. 2022. Henderson County has hosted a fair since the 1850s, according to Henderson County Historian Phillip Renfroe. It has been at its current location since the 1960s where it has operated yearly, except during the pandemic…

Article by Steve Corlew- As the new county administration takes office, the Mayor and Property Assessor’s offices are moving. Henderson County elected officials took office on September 1. “This move will help our customers,” Property Assessor Gary Pope said. McCready’s office will now be on the second floor, next to the Henderson County Chancery Court…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County School District, Bargerton Elementary School, and Lexington High School have been classified as Level 5 by the Tennessee Department of Education. Bargerton Elementary School celebrated their level 5 achievement, Friday, September 2, 2022. LHS will celebrate their award on September 15th. Bargerton Elementary School principal Shannon Taylor announced…

Article by Steve Corlew- The City of Parkers Crossroads Commission approved a letter to residents about the new garbage pickup fee and they discussed the American Rescue Plan funds, during the regular monthly meeting, September 1, 2022. Parkers Crossroads commissioners will end their free garbage collection on October 1, 2022.  The new weekly service will…

Article by Steve Corlew- Cycling enthusiast will have an opportunity to participate in the 33rd annual Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee (BRAT), September 9-12, at Natchez Trace State Park. The annual event will be based at two state parks, Natchez Trace and Henry Horton. Each day will feature loop rides, returning to the basecamp. Registration will…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Arrive Alive Tour stopped in Lexington and Scotts Hill this past week to give students a spin in their simulator to show them the dangers of distracted driving. Thursday the tour visited Lexington High School and on Friday stopped at Scotts Hill High School. These were two of nine stops…

Article by Steve Corlew- When the Henderson County officials took their oath to office on Monday night, Tasha Carver made local history. Carver, who as elected the new Henderson County Court Clerk, became not only the first black elected to county-wide office, but also the first black female. William Carter, Jr., was also elected as…