Hatchie Press 2024 Year in Review – Monday Edition
As 2024 comes to a close, join us each day this week to look back on some memorable news Hatchie Press covered this year. The articles are listed in no particle order. We hope you enjoy a look back at 2024.
Middleton’s J.P. Shelly & Sons Celebrates Over 100 Years of Serving Community {video}
Originally published February 15, 2024.
The Middleton community showed up and showed out as J.P. Shelly & Sons was celebrated by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) as a part of its intent to pay tribute to companies that have been in operation for 100 years or more in the Volunteer State. {read article}
Bolivar-Hardeman County Library’s Hannah Thompson Leaves to Continue her College Education
Originally published January 22, 2024.
In her short time in the position, Hannah created a variety of programs for patrons from the ages of preschool all the way to adult seniors making the BHCL not just a place to check out books, but a place to gain a full learning experience and a sense of belonging. {read article}
Evalyn Fair Mason Harris Celebrates 100 Years of Life
Originally published February 29, 2024.
Mrs. Harris celebrated her 100th birthday on February 7, in what Senator Page Walley referred to as, “a milestone that will be commemorated as yet another precious souvenir of life’s rich pageant”. {read article}
Gray Recognized for 15 Years of Loyal Service to Tennessee
Originally published January 2, 2024.
Hardeman County native Gary Gray, and Bolivar Central High School graduate, was recognized for his 15 years of loyal service to the State of Tennessee with a certificate of appreciation. {read article}
Lee Sammons Retires After 20 Years with UT Extension
Originally published January 8, 2024.
After 20 Years of dedicated service to the citizens of Hardeman County, as a part of the University of Tennessee Extension and Tennessee State University Cooperative Extension, Lee Sammons retired. {read article}
Marnina Smeltser Receives Honors Invitations for Academic Success at Jackson State Community College
Originally published February 21, 2024.
Because Marnina finished in the top 10 percent of students on her campus, she was invited to become a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, and was invited to join the JSCC Honors Program based on her “exceptional GPA“! {read article}
Both County High Schools Begin Spring Semester with New Leadership
Originally published January 4, 2024.
Hardeman County high school students were greeted by two new faces when they returned for the beginning of the spring semester this week as both Bolivar Central High School (BCHS) and Middleton High School (MHS) have new principals taking the reins. {read article}
Shontavious Robertson Wins the 2024 Hardeman County Spelling Bee {video}
Originally published February 5, 2024.
Twenty-two students were in attendance to compete and show their skills as orthographers – great spellers – to be named the top speller of Hardeman County. Shontavious Robertson, a sixth-grade student from Bolivar Middle School was the “last young man standing” spelling the word “equinox” to take the first-place trophy win. {read article}
Hannah King Signs to Become a Champion Lady Tiger and First Collegiate Volleyball Player from Bolivar
Originally published February 2, 2024.
“I just never thought I would do it and no one has ever done it in Bolivar. It is super exciting to not only be the first, but just in general to go play at the collegiate level.” ~ Hannah King {read article}
Judge Boyette Denton Announces Retirement
Originally published February 1, 2024.
“This has not been an easy decision nor was it one that I intended on having to make. When I ran for re-election, I never anticipated having to end my career before the completion of my elected term.” ~ Boyette Denton, Hardeman County General Sessions Judge {read article}
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