NewsWeek in Review

Hardeman County This Week: August 14, 2023


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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:



NEWS

Suspect Wanted After Multiple Auto Thefts in Hornsby and Surrounding Areas

Hardeman County Sheriff’s Department and US Marshall’s are looking for Cory Waldrop after multiple auto thefts in Hornsby and the surrounding areas. {read article}

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NEWS

Train Derails at Hardeman/McNairy Line

A 75 railcar Norfolk Southern train has derailed at the Hardeman/McNairy county line in the Pocahontas area. {read article}

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POLITICS

Hickory Valley Holds Public Hearing on Exceeding Certified Tax Rate

The Town of Hickory Valley Board of Mayor and Aldermen conducted a public hearing on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 6 p.m., regarding the city’s intent to exceed the certified (tax neutral) property tax rate. {read article}

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BUSINESS/MONEY


July Restaurant Inspection Scores {Hardeman County}

July 2023 inspection scores for Hardeman County restaurants, cafeterias, and food trucks from the Tennessee Department of Health. { read article}

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EDUCATION

TN Promise 2023/2024 Application is Now Open for High School Seniors

The Tennessee Promise scholarship application opened on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, for graduating high school seniors to apply. {read article}

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SPORTS

Bolivar Central High School Volleyball Players and Fans Come Out for Alumni Game

It was Bolivar Central High School against Bolivar Central High School (BCHS) opened on Saturday, August 5, 2023, as the current junior varsity (JV) and varsity Lady Tigers volleyball teams took on their predecessors at the BCHS Volleyball Alumni Game. { read article }

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COMMUNITY

4-H Receives $4,426 From NRA Foundation

Hardeman County friends of the National Rifle Association (NRA) held its second annual fundraising banquet on Saturday, August 5, 2023. { read article }

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SOMETHING EXTRA

HRAYS Soccer Registration Is Open Through Wednesday

Learn how to register for the HRAYS soccer league. { 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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GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY MEETINGS

City of Bolivar will meet at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, August 14, 2023, at 6 p.m.


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