Hatchie Press Week in Review: October 14, 2024

Jerry Lawler Suit Against County Dismissed

In July 2018, a Hardeman County deputy arrested Brian Lawler, the son of Jerry Lawler, for DUI. While in jail, Lawler died by suicide. His father sued Hardeman County, Tennessee, Sheriff Doolen, Leonard Brown, Judy Wiggins, Ellen Futrell, and William Gonzalez. { read article }

October Deemed Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Hardeman County

The public signing of the proclamation by McTizic, Pulse, and Thompson was to bring light to this “destructive force in our society and to become part of the efforts to build safe, stable, nurturing relationships, and families”. { read article }

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Representative Shaw Holds Street Fest to Meet Citizens

Tennessee State Representative Johnny Shaw held a Street Fest on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the Courthouse Square in Downtown Bolivar. { read article }

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Bolivar Eatz Brings Food Variety to One-Stop Location

“There will be at least four to five trucks every day ready for customers. It will be open every day as long as someone is booked.” ~ Sabrina McTizic, owner of Mac’s Cruzin Cuisine and operator of Bolivar Eatz on the Block { read article }

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Middleton Woman’s Club Scholarship Awarded to Mott and Smith

Both young ladies met the scholarship requirements of earning a 3.0 GPA, community and school involvement, and a commitment to future goals and ambitions. { read article }

Bolivar’s Reece McMahan Heading to Carnegie Hall

Reece has been playing the clarinet for six years and currently plays in the band at Bolivar Central High School (BCHS), where he is a junior. Music has been a part of his life for a long time. { read article }

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Lady Tigers Volleyball Celebrates Seniors in Championship Season

The camaraderie of these ladies goes further than just being players on a team. They all have played together since middle school under the coaching of Zeke Craft. { read article }

North Hardeman Softball Takes Championship Title

Play began with Middleton against Bolivar that resulted in Middleton winning with a final score of 4-2. Middleton next played North Hardeman with the latter taking the championship with a score of 10-1. { read article }

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Police Officers Recognized for Efforts to Save Lives 

Fentanyl overdoses have reached alarming levels, claiming tens of thousands of lives annually. This epidemic has put police officers in the difficult position of encountering overdosing individuals on a near-daily basis, pushing them to take swift action to prevent deaths. { read article }

October Deemed Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Hardeman County

The public signing of the proclamation by McTizic, Pulse, and Thompson was to bring light to this “destructive force in our society and to become part of the efforts to build safe, stable, nurturing relationships, and families”. { read article }

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Beware of Scams When Donating to Hurricane Helene Victims

Citizens should verify the source of the donation request made, and avoid relying on social media, blogs, or web reviews as information about an organization. { read article }

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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 }

Hatchie Press Community Calendar: October 14, 2024

Check out the Hatchie Press Community Calendar to learn events happening this week. { read article }

Hardeman County Harvest Festivals & Trunk-or-Treats

Check out the Hatchie Press Community Calendar to learn events happening this week. { read article }