Hardeman County This Week: July 17, 2023
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
Grand Junction Rape Suspect Apprehended, Wanted for Multiple Counts on a Juvenile Runaway
On July 10, 2023, the U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force in Jackson captured a Hardeman County man wanted for multiple counts of sex crimes against a child runaway. {read article}
POLITICS
Buildings Committee Continues Discussion on Election Administrator’s Building Request
The Hardeman County Building’s Committee met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, July 13, 2023. {read article}
BUSINESS/MONEY
Local Businesses Team up with Chamber of Commerce for Back to School Scavenger Hunt
The Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the second annual Back to School Scavenger Hunt. Local businesses are teaming up with the Chamber to provide school supplies to students and make this event a success! Students will have the opportunity to visit new places around town, meet people, and “trick-or-treat” for schools supplies. { read article }
EDUCATION
Hardeman County Schools 2023/2024 Dress Code
The Hardeman County Schools released a revised dress code for the 2022/2023 school year that took effect August 1, 2022. { read article }
SPORTS/HEALTH
WE CAN! Family Program: Promoting Physical Activity for Healthier Families
Physical activity is essential for maintaining good health and preventing chronic diseases. {read article}
COMMUNITY
Swimming Pool Inspection Scores for Hardeman County
June 2023 inspection scores for Hardeman County public swimming pools from the Tennessee Department of Health. Public swimming pools are inspected at least once every month while in operation. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Get Your Books at the Homeschool Consignment Sale
The Homeschool Consignment Sale (HCS) will open its doors on Friday, July 14, through Sunday, July 22, 2023, in Bolivar for homeschool families, non-homeschool families, and just about anyone looking for a good deal on educational books and resources. { 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 Saulsbury will meet at Town Hall, 57 Goddard Street, Saulsbury, 38067, on Monday, July 17, 2023, at 6 p.m.
City of Middleton will meet at City Hall, 300 South Main, Middleton, 38052, on Monday, July 17, 2023, at 7 p.m.
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, July 18, 2023, at 5 p.m. (advanced class) and 6 p.m. (beginner class), and on Thursday, July 20, 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. VBS at Dixie Hills Baptist Church starts today. 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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