Area News

Article by Steve Corlew- Firefighters from Henderson County Fire Department station four responded to a construction equipment fire, Saturday, July 9, 2022 in the Middleburg area. According to Henderson County Fire Chief Lynn Murphy, a backhoe was heavily damaged by the blaze. The fire was caused by an electrical fire in the engine compartment, according…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Fire Department will be holding an open house, Friday, July 15, 2022, as part of its annual Jr. Firefighter Camp. Among the events Friday will be a Touch-A-Truck, featuring several vehicles from local emergency services and law enforcement. According to Henderson County Fire Department Training Officer Cody Usery,…

Article by Steve Corlew- Lexington’s Lanny Culver was selected Department Commander of the Tennessee American Legion July 3, 2022, in Franklin, TN. Culver, a local businessman, is the first Department Commander from Henderson County. Culver served in the U. S. Air Force from July 13, 1978, to December 13, 1982. He has previously served as…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill City board will meet Monday, July 18, 2022, to discuss the town police department after the police chief submitted his resignation. The city board will meet at 6:00 p.m. at city hall. Police Chief David Alexander submitted his resignation to accept a position as a school resource officer…

Article by Steve Corlew- District Attorney General Jody S. Pickens has started the process of reactivating the 26th District Drug Task Force as part of his battle against crime. “The biggest problem is drugs,” Pickens said during an interview with The Lexington Progress last week. Illegal drugs are one of the leading causes of crime.…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Festival of the Lakes is back with a bang to celebrate this country’s 246th birthday. A huge crowd braved the heat for the fireworks display at Beech Lake. People crowed both sides of the lake and lined up along West Church Street businesses to see the brilliant display, celebrating July…

Article by Steve Corlew- Early voting for the August 4th General Election will start Friday, July 15 at the Henderson County Election office on Natchez Trace Drive. The Henderson County and the state Judicial General Election will be held on that date. The state and federal primaries are also held on August 4th. The Sardis…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Fire Department is holding its annual Jr. Firefighter Camp, July 13th through 15th at 50 Natchez Trace Drive. The camp is open to ages 13-17 but space is limited. To register call 731-968-4153. If you plan to attend the Friday open house, call the department. Primary focus is…

Article by Steve Corlew- Congressman David Kustoff met with local officials Thursday, June 30, 2022, in Lexington. Kustoff, the Eighth District Congressman from Germantown had the opportunity to meet with the Joint Economic and Community Development Board. The group exchanged ideas on industrial growth education and transportation. Mayor Jeff Griggs pointed out that because of…

Article by Steve Corlew- The Joint Economic and Community Development Board discussed the need for a budget and approved new officers during its meeting Thursday, June 30, 2022, The board is made up of officials from Henderson County and the cities of Lexington, Sardis, Scotts Hill, and Parkers Crossroads.  The board is part of the…