Hardeman County This Week: April 8, 2024
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
Harriet Thompson Appointed General Sessions Judge Making History in Hardeman County
The courtroom was full of people who Ms. Thompson has worked with over the years, people who she will begin working with as General Sessions Judge, clients she has represented, family, and friends who may now claim they were in attendance in Hardeman County when history was made. { read article }
POLITICS
DEVCO Holds First Meeting of 2024 and Discusses Several Issues
Small Town, Big Christmas, Music on the Square, south Bolivar entrance project, and more were some of the issues discussed at the meeting. { read article }
BUSINESS
“We are Here for the Long Run”, Wall Innovations Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony at Bolivar Industrial Park {video}
President Kyp Bazenikas spoke during the ceremony expressing his appreciation for Mayor McTizic’s effort at bringing his company to Bolivar, the excitement he has about expanding in the area, and how much he has been impressed by the people in the community. { read article }
EDUCATION
Girls Who Code Club Introduces New Experiences in Technology to Bolivar Students
The free program was offered February through March 2024 to introduce and encourage Hardeman County sixth through twelfth grade girls in the area of coding, which follows under STEM. { read article }
Bolivar Central High School Music Department Hits the Road on Recruitment Tour
The tour gave the students insight into the BCHS band program and was an open invitation for them to join the band once they entered high school. { read article }
Bolivar’s Quan Lax Makes All-Tournament Team as Freed-Hardeman Basketball Wins NAIA National Championship
Lax finished the year with a 15-point effort primarily going 9-13 from the charity stripe. { read article }
COMMUNITY
Tech Helps for Seniors Program Graduates 11 at Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
Research shows when older adults are connected to technology, they become less isolated and more engaged in their communities. { read article }
Music On The Square Kicks Off Its 17th Season
Music On The Square will kick off its 2024 season on Friday, May 3, 2024, featuring Small Shack. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
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 }
Blooming with Purpose: Fayette Cares April 13 Plant Sale to Nurture Mind, Body, and Soul
Although this botanical bonanza promises to help transform gardens, the deeper impact is the transformation of lives for those seeking refuge and aid at Fayette Cares. { read article }
JOB POSTINGS
Job Posting: Hardeman County Building Commissioner
Hardeman County Government is searching for a qualified candidate to fill the Hardeman County Building Commissioner position. { 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
City of Bolivar will meet at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Hardeman County Planning Commission will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 4 p.m.
Hardeman County Board of Zoning appeals will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 5 p.m.
Hardeman County Budget Committee will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Town of Toone will meet at Town Hall, 2005 Hwy 138, Toone, 38381, on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 7 p.m.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Meet Cedric Hamilton, Director of Business Development for the TN MBDA Rural Business Initiative on Tuesday, April 9, and 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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