Hardeman County This Week: June 26, 2023
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county this week:
NEWS
County Approves New Tax Rate, Will Your Property Taxes Increase?
The Hardeman County Commission approved the new state recommended certified property tax rate for Hardeman County at its meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. {read article}
Kennel Owner Arrested Again After Violating Plea Agreement
Amanda Klapp, who was previously charged with multiple counts of aggravated cruelty to animals, was arrested recently after violating a special condition of her plea agreement. {read article}
POLITICS
Shaw Announces School Safety Grants
State Representative Johnny Shaw invites local law enforcement agencies and schools to apply for nearly $200 million in grant funding to further strengthen security at Tennessee schools. {read article}
BUSINESS/MONEY
Young Professionals Organization Mentors Young People for Success
The Hardeman County Young Professionals (HCYP) is a personal and professional development program that was created by the Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce in June 2022. {read article}
EDUCATION
Bolivar Rotary Club Presents Scholarships to Recipients
The Bolivar Rotary Club presented Bolivar Central High School (BCHS) 2023 graduates Kaylee Bryant and Kolby Lindsey as the Bolivar Rotary Club Scholarship recipients for 2023. Both students were presented with $1,000 each for winning. {read article}
SPORTS
Howard Bush named Fayette-Ware Varsity Football Coach
After a thorough search, Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School has selected Howard Bush as head football coach. { read article }
COMMUNITY
Bolivar Shootings Lead to Police Saturation in East End
At the June meeting of the Bolivar City Council, Bolivar Police Chief Mike Jones reported a reduction in weekend crime after a law enforcement saturation in Bolivar’s east end. { read article }
SOMETHING EXTRA
Local Designer Volunteers, Uses her Talent and Skills to Bring Theatre to Life
When you attend a theatrical production at the Hardeman County Arts Council, you see the results of a lot of helping hands, volunteer hands. {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
The City of Bolivar will swear in its newly elected council members, at City Hall, 211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008, on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at 12 p.m.
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 27, 2023, at 5 p.m. (advanced class) and 6 p.m. (beginner class), and on Thursday, June 29, 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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