Hardeman County This Week: July 10, 2023
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
County Discusses EMS Options After West TN Healthcare Terminates Bolivar Contract
The Hardeman County Ambulance Committee met on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, to discuss emergency medical service (EMS) options for the whole county since West Tennessee Healthcare’s Medical Center EMS (WTH EMS) has announced the termination of its contract with the City of Bolivar. {read article}
POLITICS
City of Bolivar Swears in Council Members
Four newly or re-elected Bolivar City Council members were sworn in on Saturday, July 1, 2023. During the swearing in ceremony, they each took the following oath of office marking the beginning of their 4-year term. {read article}
BUSINESS/MONEY
Tennessee Tourism Commissioner Ezell Visits Hardeman County
County and municipal officials, chamber of commerce representatives, as well as community members filled the Bolivar municipal conference room to hear from Tennessee Tourism Commissioner Mark Ezell during a work session last week. { read article}
EDUCATION
Dr. Jerri C. Jackson Named New Oakland Elementary Principal
Fayette County Schools Superintendent Dr. Versie R. Hamlett is delighted to announce that Dr. Jerri C. Jackson has been selected as the new principal of Oakland Elementary School (OES). Dr. Jackson is a seasoned educator with 19 years of experience spanning two states, Arkansas and Tennessee. { read article }
SPORTS
Toris Woods Receives Basketball Award at Columbia State
Toris D. Woods was one of 150 Columbia State Community College (CSCC) students who were honored for excellence in academics, leadership, and service at the 57th Annual Student Honors Convocation. {read article}
COMMUNITY
Night Hike Draws Crowd to Sand Beach Lake
More than 20 people came out to the Full Moon Hike that was held at Sand Beach Lake { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Master Gardeners Invite Community to “Native Plants for the Landscape” Presentation
Hardeman County Master Gardeners invite the public to hear Bart Jones presentation on “Native Plants for the Landscape”. { 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
City of Bolivar will meet at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 6 p.m.
City of Bolivar Beer Board will meet at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Hardeman County Highway Department will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 5 p.m.
Hardeman County Republican Party will meet at 100 Main Street, Bolivar, 38008 (Bricks Café), on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 6 p.m. The featured speaker will be Hardeman County Sheriff John Doolen.
Town of Hornsby will meet at 7115 Highway 18 South, Hickory Valley, 38042, on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Town of Toone will meet at Town Hall, 2005 Highway 138, Toone, 38381, on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Hardeman County Building Committee will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at 6 p.m.
HARDEMAN COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS
Hardeman County Master Gardeners invite the public to hear Bart Jones presentation on “Native Plants for the Landscape” on Monday July 10, 2023, at 6 p.m.
DIXIE HILLS BAPTIST CHURCH HOLDING BLOCK PARTY
Dixie Hills Baptist Church is sponsoring a block party on Tuesday July 11, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the green space beside the post office, across from the courthouse. There will be free hotdogs, free popcorn, free shaved ice, balloon animals, games, and a bounce house! Everyone of all ages is welcome to come enjoy themselves. This is an outreach to the community with no obligation from anyone attending. We look forward to seeing you there!
COMMUNITY GARDEN
If you are wanting to try your hand at gardening this year, check out the City of Bolivar Community Garden.
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
Check out what is happening this week at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library, Grand Junction Library, and Middleton Library during their Summer Reading programs.
EXERCISE CLASS
Line Dance and Fitness Class will be held at the Bolivar Municipal Center, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 5 p.m. (advanced class) and 6 p.m. (beginner class), and on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at 5 p.m. (advanced class).
SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAMS
The Lee Ola Roberts Library and Simon Chapel Baptist Church are two of the locations throughout Hardeman County that are offering a summer lunch program.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
There are several Hardeman County churches holding Vacation Bible School this summer. If you know of a church with a program this summer and it is not on the list, e-mail news@hatchiepress.com to get it added.
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