Tennessee Arts Commission Awards Town of Whiteville Two Grants

“It is important for the Whiteville changes that are coming, and people are moving into our area who are more inclined toward the arts than most of our people have been in the past.” ~ Gene Bowden, Town of Whiteville Mayor { read article }

‘Freaknik’ Party Held in Bolivar Ends in Gunfire

Freaknik parties, which have now become synonymous with traffic and safety concerns, and women’s attire bordering public nudity, have been banned in some cities. { read article }

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Commissioners Unanimously Confirm Ron Pirtle as New Building Commissioner

We had some great candidates and I have chosen the gentleman that I think would suit our administration very well. His name is Mr. Ron Pirtle.” ~ Todd Pulse, Hardeman County Mayor. { read article }

Congressman David Kustoff Makes a Visit to Hardeman County

Congressman Kustoff met with Sheriff John Doolen; Vickie Walton and Stacy Lipford, Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce; Hardeman County Mayor Todd Pulse; Mayor Gene Bowden and Chief Ben Davis, Town of Whiteville; City of Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic, and even took a moment to address City of Bolivar employees during an employee luncheon. { read article }

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Chamber Holds Class to Help Businesses Improve Social Media Presence

“Our social media classes are crucial for helping our members thrive in the digital age.” ~ Vickie Walton, Hardeman County Chamber Executive Director { read article }

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Toone’s Elementary School Lee Lynn Campbell Named Teacher of the Year Finalist

“The students are so much fun and constantly challenge me to stay relevant and learn new things to keep them excited about learning. They help keep me young.” ~ Toone Elementary School teacher Lee Lynn Campbell and Tennessee Teacher of the Year Finalist { read article }

Area Students Recognized on Mississippi State University’s 2024 Graduation, President’s and Dean’s Lists

Five students from the Hardeman County area were recognized by Mississippi State University (MSU) as graduates, and on the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. { read article }

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TWRA’s Operation Dry Water Returns for Fourth of July Holiday

“Boating under the influence is a 100 percent preventable crime that will not be tolerated by wildlife officers.” ~ Lieutenant Colonel Matt Majors of TWRA’s Boating and Law Enforcement Division { read article }

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‘Sea of Lights’ Honors John David “Moose” Morris {video}

Fourteen service departments came out to celebrate Mr. Morris who served the Hardeman County community for 28 years. { read article }

Y.E.P! Kicks Off the Summer of Community Service and Sharing the Love of Christ

Y.E.P! has allowed students to grow in their faith during the worship time, be working servants of God through community service, and share the love of Christ while witnessing to the people they serve. { read article }

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Shop Books and Educational Resources at the Homeschool Consignment Sale

People can shop gently used curriculum and educational resources for the upcoming school year, or shop early for future school years. { read article }