Hardeman County This Week: April 15, 2024
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
Organ Donation Allows Harrison to Experience Life to the Fullest
The life they live together as a family now with their son, Harrison, was not promised to the Rogers. { read article }
POLITICS
Protecting Children From Harm and Empowering Parents
“This week, I want to spend some time focusing on legislation we passed in the Senate that is important to parents of minor children, many of whom have talked to me about their concerns.” ~ Senator Walley { read article }
BUSINESS
Matt Backus Appointed New Director of Ames AgResearch and Education Center
Backus, who was appointed following the retirement of long-time director Rick Carlisle, has served as assistant director of Ames for almost two years and boasts over a decade of experience with the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA). { read article }
EDUCATION
TN Promise Community Service Hours Due April 15
Tennessee Promise community service hours must be submitted by Monday, April 15, 2024, for students taking summer 2024 classes and by Monday, July 1, 2024, for students taking fall classes to remain eligible to receive the last dollar scholarship. { read article }
Bolivar’s Raquel Kirk Selected 2024/2025 West Tennessee FFA Regional Reporter
She brings to the position organization, social, and writing skills that will enable her to excel in the position, keeping West Tennessee FFA members and followers updated and informed about regional activities. { read article }
SPORTS
City of Bolivar Co-ed Youth League Continues Season Play
The remaining game days of the season are Monday, April 15, 2024, and Thursday, April 18, 2024. { read article }
COMMUNITY
Middleton’s Mariah McKinnie Crowned Runner-Up in Miss Bronze West Tennessee Scholarship Pageant
Mariah, the daughter of Billy and Anita McKinnie of Grand Junction, Tennessee, plans to attend Northwest Community College in Senatobia, Mississippi and major in pre-med. { read article }
Mayor’s Charity Ball Raises Funds for Bolivar High School Band and Recognizes Area Businesses
This is the fifth year the ball has been held, having already raised thousands of dollars over the years for area charities and organizations to benefit their efforts in the community. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Tennessee’s 2024 Spring Turkey Hunting Season Opens April 13
Hunters are reminded about “Tag Before You Drag” where hunters tag their big game animal in the field prior to moving. { read article }
Free Home School Information Session Shares Another Education Option for Parents
The Have You Considered Home School? Information session will include an overview of how to legally homeschool in Tennessee, home school styles, curriculum options, sports, local resources for homeschoolers, and an open time for attendees to get their homeschool questions answered. { read article }
OBITUARIES
Obituaries Notice
Hatchie Press shares obituaries from Hardeman County funeral homes for you to see them all in one place. See the people who passed away and are being remembered by family and friends who love them.
GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Town of Saulsbury will meet at Town Hall, 57 Goddard Street, Saulsbury, Tennessee 38067, on Monday, April 15, 2024, at 6 p.m.
City of Middleton will meet at City Hall, 300 South Main, Middleton, Tennessee 38052, on Monday, April 15, 2024, at 7 p.m.
City of Bolivar Community Meeting will be held at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, Tennessee 38008, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 6 p.m. The Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) Home Grant will be discussed.
Hardeman County Building Committee will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, Conference Room, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Hardeman County Commissioners will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 7 p.m.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Meet Cedric Hamilton, Director of Business Development for the TN MBDA Rural Business Initiative on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn how you can access free business resources and grow your business. He will be at Bolivar City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008. The event is for Fayette, Hardeman, Haywood, and Tipton Counties residents.
Hardeman County Schools has open 2024/2025 pre-K registration in April. Read how to register your child.
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