Hardeman County This Week: August 21, 2023
Listen to the Hatchie Press News Highlights, live on WOJG radio, Monday through Friday during the 8 a.m. CST hour.
The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
Babysitter Arrested After One Year Old Found Unresponsive
A babysitter has been arrested and charged with Attempted First Degree Murder and Child Abuse and Neglect after first responders made the scene of an unresponsive one year old child in Whiteville on Thursday, August 17, 2023. {read article}
Sheriff’s Department Apprehends Fugitive in Hornsby
The Hardeman County Sheriff’s Department spent Friday morning actively searching for a fugitive in the Hornsby area and had placed Hornsby Elementary on lockdown as a precaution. {read article}
POLITICS
County Commission Votes to Settle EMS Employee Lawsuit for $145K
The County Commission unanimously voted to settle the Carnell et al vs. Hardeman County Government lawsuit at its Tuesday, August 15, 2023, meeting. {read article}
Hardeman County Commissioner Miller Holds Town Hall Meeting
Hardeman County Commissioner Bethany Miller held the second of her planned Town Hall Meetings with guest speakers Dr. Christy Smith, Casey Swift, Representative Johnny Shaw, and James Reaves. {read article}
BUSINESS/MONEY
July Restaurant Inspection Scores {Fayette County}
July 2023 scores for Fayette County restaurants and cafeterias from the Tennessee Department of Health. { read article}
EDUCATION
Hardeman County School Board Extends Director’s Contract, Raises Pay
The Hardeman County School Board voted to extend Director Dr. Christy Smith’s contract for another four years at its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, August 10, 2023. {read article}
Hardeman County Ends Corporal Punishment in Schools
The Hardeman County School Board reviewed or made updates to numerous policies, including corporal punishment, at its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, August 10, 2023. {read article}
SPORTS
Middleton’s Tylandrius Parks Heads to Spain to Play Basketball
When playing basketball is second nature and you come from a legacy of basketball players, there is only one thing to do, follow your dream of playing professional basketball. { read article }
Clash of the Tigers/Meet the Tigers Event Introduced Fans to New Team Players, Cheerleaders, and Band Members
See pictures from the Clash of the Tigers with Bolivar Central High School and Middleton High School students. {see pictures}
COMMUNITY
Dog Days of Summer Event Raises Funds for Animal Shelter
Hardeman Adoptable Animals (HAA) held a Dog Days of Summer fundraiser event on Saturday, August 12, 2023. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Hardeman County Native Tim Simpson Retires After 29 Years of Weather Reporting
Former Hardeman County resident Tim Simpson delivered his final meteorology report to viewers of WREG on Friday, July 28, 2023, as he completed a 29-year career with the news station. { 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
Town of Saulbury will meet at Town Hall, 57 Goddard Street, Saulsbury, 38067, on Monday, August 21, 2023, at 6 p.m.
City of Middleton will meet at City Hall, 300 South Main, Middleton, 38052, on Monday, August 21, 2023, at 7 p.m.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FOR FAYETTE CARES RACE ENDS
Early bird registration discount for the Fayette Cares 15th Annual High Cotton 5K/1K ends on Monday, August 21, 2023. Register now to save!
EXERCISE CLASS
Line Dance and Fitness Class will be held at the Bolivar Municipal Center, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at 5 p.m. (advanced class) and 6 p.m. (beginner class), and on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 5 p.m. (advanced class).
JOB FAIR
The Grand Junction Library {530 Madison Avenue West, Grand Junction, 38039} is holding a job fair on Thursday, August 24, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
CELEBRATE WITH AENEAS AND BEA
Aeneas and Bolivar Energy Authority (BEA) are celebrating 2,000 connections at the BEA office {815 Tennessee Street, Bolivar, 38008} on Friday, August 25, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The community is invited. Read more to learn about the event that includes refreshments and giveaways.
3RD ANNUAL MAIN STREET FESTIVAL
The 3rd Annual Main Street Festival is returning to Whiteville on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Read more about the festival for the lineup of performers and event activities. See pictures from the 2022 festival.
Read more local news by clicking here.
Stay informed on what’s happening in Hardeman County by following Hatchie Press on Facebook and subscribing to Hatchie Press e-mail updates.
Do you have community news you’d like to share? E-mail us at news@hatchiepress.com.
