Hardeman County This Week: February 12, 2024
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
Hardeman County Schools Announces 2023/2024 Teachers of the Year
One teacher from each of Hardeman County’s nine schools was selected to receive the Teacher of the Year award from Hardeman County Schools. { read article }
POLITICS
Isaiah Hunt Returns as a City of Grand Junction Alderman
Isaiah Hunt has returned to the Grand Junction board of alderman, filling a vacant position, and resuming one he previously held for 12 years. { read article }
BUSINESS
January Restaurant Inspection Scores {Hardeman County}
January 2024 inspection scores for Hardeman County restaurants, cafeterias, and food trucks from the Tennessee Department of Health. { read article }
EDUCATION
School Board Sets 2024-2025 School Calendar
“Every few years we have a calendar that doesn’t fall very nicely and this one did not,” shared Director of Schools Dr. Christy Smith. { read article }
SPORTS
Bolivar Football Player Ky’Juan Fentress Signs, Becomes Bethel University Wildcat
Ky’Juan was surrounded by his immediate family, as well as his extended family of football teammates who he referred to as “brothers” and coaches who applauded him for his success at being able to continue playing the sport he loves. { read article }
COMMUNITY
Death of a Hot Sauce Salesman is All About Family On Stage and Off
The Hardeman County Arts Council (HCAC) is all about community. And, it is also all about family as it is one place you are bound to see family members participating together on the stage or behind the scenes working to bring you the “best of the arts” in Hardeman County. { read article }
February 3rd Proclaimed as Viscen Charles Morrow Day in Hardeman County
“Charles Morrow is a genuine servant and it is good to be here this morning for us to say ‘Charles, thank you!’.” shared Representative Johnny Shaw, at the Viscen Charles Morrow Day celebration. { read article }
OPINION
Letter to the Editor: Have You Heard?
In 1993, Zoning was adopted to promote the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the citizens of Hardeman County. { read more }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Coming to Bolivar’s NY Truck Stop
Tennessee has awarded $21 million in federal funds for electric vehicle fast-charging stations across the state, including one that will be located at NY Truck Stop in Bolivar. { 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.
VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Monday, February 5, 2024, is the last day to register to vote in the Presidential Preference Primary and County Primary Election. You may register in person at the Hardeman County Election Commission office, 106 South Porter Street, Suite B, Bolivar, 38008 or conveniently online.
GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY MEETINGS
City of Bolivar will meet at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Town of Hornsby will meet at Town Hall, 435 Main Street, Hornsby, 38044, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 7 p.m.
Town of Toone will meet at Town Hall, 2005 Hwy 138, Toone, 38381, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 7 p.m.
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