Area News

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…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill Police Department assisted in the capture of a recent escapee from the Chester County Jail, August 24, 2022. A second escapee is still at large. David Eian Billings, 22, was captured on Highway 100 just inside the Chester County line by officers with the Chester County Sheriff’s Department,…

Article by Steve Corlew- A motion to dismiss the lawsuit Henderson County Sheriff Brian Duke filed seeking more funds for his department was being filed August 30, 2022, according to the attorney for Henderson County Mayor Eddie Bray. Attorney Amber Shaw sent The Lexington Progress a copy of the motion. The motion is asking for…

Article by Steve Corlew- Henderson County Finance Director Lee Wilkinson has turned in his notice after being offered a better job with a private firm. Wilkinson said his new position is with an IT company that services local governments. His last day will be September 16, 2022. “I wish the county all the best,” Wilkinson…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Sims have been a unique pair in Tennessee local government. L.D. and Betty Sims have both served on the Scotts Hill City Board at the same time. A situation that is rare in Tennessee politics. In most cases, when a husband and wife serve on the same elected board, it…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Beech River Watershed Development Authority is working to add improvements to Sycamore Lake through a public/private partnership. Construction crews with Vista Recreation are in the process of installing campsites on the east side of Sycamore Lake. Vista Recreation has partnered with other public agencies at the federal, state, and local…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington Industrial Development Board approved an option to purchase agreement for the sale of property on Tennessee 22 North, Friday, August 26, 2022. The board also began the process for tax increment financing on a new subdivision in north Lexington. The Industrial Development Board is chaired by Jeff Lewis and…

Article by Steve Corlew- The annual Henderson County Free Fair will bring fun and entertainment for everyone, September 12-17. 2022. The midway will open each night Monday through Thursday, at 6:00 p.m. those nights will feature a $20 bracelet. Friday will be School Day, with the midway opening from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with…