Hatchie Press Week in Review: October 7, 2024
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county:
NEWS
Suicide Awareness and Prevention, Ongoing Education Needed
“I have been in the mental health field for 25 years and people are still scared of the word suicide.” ~ Paula Cupples Terry, Chief Nursing Officer with West Tennessee Healthcare. { read article }
Middleton Now Equipped with a Helipad for Improved Medical Services
Having a dedicated helipad will enable first responders to better serve the people in the community. { read article }
POLITICS
Newly Elected School Board Members Serve at Their First Board Meeting
Newly elected school board members, Johnny Davis, Anthony Ford, and Stacey Swift, served at their first school board meeting. { read article }
BUSINESS
Restaurant Inspection Scores {Fayette County} – August 2024
Two restaurants out of 21 that were inspected in August received scores of 100. { read article }
EDUCATION
Dr. Michael “Doc” Yopp Behind Thriving Music Department at FHU
Friday Night Lights have started in Middleton with the Middleton High School Tigers hitting the grid iron this season playing these games. { read article }
SPORTS
Friday Night Lights: BCHS & MHS Football Schedules and Scores
Friday Night Lights have started in Middleton with the Middleton High School Tigers hitting the grid iron this season playing these games. { read article BCHS and read article MHS }
COMMUNITY
Support for Domestic Violence Survivors is Available
If you or someone you know is trapped in an abusive relationship, know that there is hope, and there is help. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Oakland Driver Services Center to Reopen After Planned Remodel
Full-service Driver Services Centers offer Driver License, REAL ID and Identification (ID Only) License issuance; vision, knowledge and skills testing; motor vehicle records; handgun permit applications; voter registration and organ/tissue donor registration. { read article }
Job Posting: City of Middleton Seeking City Administrator
This position includes working directly with the Mayor and coordinating the overall operations of the City. This is a full-time position, and candidates MUST have utility management experience. { read article }
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Hatchie Press Community Calendar: October 7, 2024
Check out the Hatchie Press Community Calendar to learn events happening this week. { 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.
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