Hardeman County This Week: June 24, 2024
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
Bolivar Awarded $700k to Renovate ICE Building
According to the City, the funds will be used for electrical upgrades and lighting at the ICE Building, which the city recently purchased. { read article }
POLITICS
Letter to the Editor: TN Solar vs. Other States
With solar facilities being a topic that seems to pop up more and more, I was curious about any regulations there might be, what happens when a facility is no longer in operation, and what the decommissioning law was that Tennessee had passed. { read article }
BUSINESS
Chicago Jerk House Cuts Ribbon on New Location Offering Indoor Dining
Now, customers will be able to order, sit, and eat inside in the Bob Marley themed dining area or outside on the wrap around deck that includes cushioned seating. { read article }
Boomer’s Nutrition Introduces Herbalife Loaded Teas and a Kangaroo
“We serve Herbalife products which is the best quality in the ‘loaded tea’ industry.” ~ Niki Burross, Boomer’s Nutrition { read article }
EDUCATION
Two Bolivar Graduates are First Recipients of Kemia Monay McClellan Memorial Scholarship
Along with receiving a scholarship, Caitlyn and Tatiana each received a plaque with their name and an in living memory message about Kemia. { read article }
Hardeman County Students Make UT Knoxville Spring 2024 Dean’s List
Six students from Hardeman County made the UT Knoxville Spring 2024 Dean’s List. { read article }
SPORTS
Men’s Night, an Evening of Exercise and Education
Although many of the regular Line Dance students were able to “keep up” with the pace of Mr. Tisdale’s class, it was challenging, and they all left with full body workouts. { read article }
JOBS
Are you looking for a Job?
Are you looking for a job? Check out the Hatchie Press jobs and classifieds listings. { read article }
COMMUNITY
Sisco Empowers Local Girls Through S.E.C.U.R.E. the Girl Initiative
Through S.E.C.U.R.E. the Girl, Ms. Sisco is working on a period product drive raising money to purchase personal hygiene products for young high school girls in counties across Tennessee. { read article }
Hardeman County Commission for Black History Celebrates its 26th Juneteenth
The afternoon included a full line up of activities and presenters, ending the celebration with a performance by music artist Caleb Minter. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
TWRA Releases 2024 Spring Turkey Harvest Numbers
A total of 25,479 hunters reported harvesting at least one turkey, 12 percent greater than the five-year average of successful hunters. { 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
Hardeman County Ambulance Committee will meet at the Hardeman County EMS building, 225 Lucy Black Road, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 5 p.m.
The Bolivar City Council will meet in special-called session at Bolivar City Hall council chambers, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Hardeman County Building Committee will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse Conference Room, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 6 p.m.
Hardeman County Budget Committee will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse Courtroom, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Monday, June 24, 2024, at 7 p.m.
Hardeman County Commissioners will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 7 p.m.
The Tennessee Minority Business Development Agency Rural Business Initiative is offering a free consultation and seminar with Attorney Kevin Bruce for business owners to help them learn the proper filings to make with the State when thinking about starting a new business. The event will be held at Bolivar City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.at 6 p.m. and you may register to attend.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Grand Junction Summer Reading program will continue on Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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