Hatchie Press Week in Review: September 7 – 14, 2025
The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county:
NEWS
SOC Children’s Mental Health Coalition Promotes Well-being Through Movie Series
Beating the Odds: Reese Lewis is a young mom, college graduate, and newlywed who refused to become a statistic.
She hopes to make her daughter proud.
Her story is one of strength, faith, and perseverance. { read article }
Other Stories: Local Playwright Lottie Kimbrough Bringing ‘I Hate to Love You’ to Arts Center | Beating the Odds: Reese Lewis, An Outstanding Outlier | Read More News
POLITICS
Hardeman County Commission Meeting – August 2025 {video}
Hardeman County Commissioners met in August. { read article }
Other Stories: Read More Politics News
BUSINESS
Bolivar Walmart Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony {videos}
“[I appreciate] The opportunity that it provides to all, everybody of all shades of color, size, height, ethnicities. None of that makes a difference. It does not hold you back. They are going to give you an opportunity, just as long as you want it! The opportunity the company provides to people like myself or those who look like me is one of the things I like about it the most!” ~ Cabe Sala, Walmart Store #466 Manager { read article }
Other Stories: | Read More Business News
EDUCATION
Citizen Removed After Attempt to Address School Board
A tense moment unfolded at the September school board meeting when a citizen was removed after attempting to address the board. { read article }
Other Stories: Hardeman County School Board Meeting – September 2025 {video} | UT Martin Free Application Week September 15 -19 | Read More Education News
SPORTS
Application Period for Early Season WMA Waterfowl
Hunters, take note!
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency application period for Early Season WMA Waterfowl hunts opens soon!
Don’t miss your chance to secure a spot for this year’s season. { read article }
Other Stories: Celebrating 1,273 Acres of Hatchie River Conservation Success | Read More Sports News
COMMUNITY
Quinco Brings Attention to Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
Quinco MHC is shining a light on the importance of mental health, hope, and resources for those in need.
Together, we can raise awareness and support one another. { read article }
Other Stories: City of Bolivar Hosts Public Comment Forum on the Reopening of Blossom Park | Read More Community News
OPINION
OPINION: Tennessee Must Follow Georgia’s Approach to School Safety
Congratulations to the new couples taking their next steps together. { read article }
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Hatchie Press Community Calendar: September 15, 2025
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. { read obituaries }
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