Hatchie Press Week in Review: December 15 – 21, 2025

Hardeman County Christmas Community Calendar

Hardeman County is merry and bright for Christmas. Find out what is happening and where to find the holiday fun and happenings. { read article }

Area Churches Offering Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

A Christmas Eve Candlelight Service will be offered at area churches in Hardeman County. { read article }

Bolivar Fire Rescue Celebrates Excellence With 2025 Awards

The Bolivar Fire Rescue Department proudly recognized two of its outstanding members during its annual Christmas dinner, naming the recipients of its highest service honors for 2025. { read article }

Public Notice:  DUI Checkpoint {Whiteville}

On Thursday, December 31, 2025, the Whiteville Police Department will conduct a DUI Checkpoint on U.S. Highway 64 at Clear Creek in Whiteville, Tennessee from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. { read article }

Hardeman County Republican Party Discusses 2026 Election

The discussion focused on planning for the upcoming 2026 election cycle and informing members of opportunities to get involved from licking envelopes to candidacy. { read article }

Ford Motor Company Shifts Blue Oval Focus to Gas-Powered Trucks

The Ford Motor Company has made a significant move regarding Blue Oval City, deciding to shift from manufacturing all-electric trucks to building ones, which are “affordable and gas-powered.” { read article }

Rachel Lumpkin Earns Degree with Hard Work and Persistence

The path to earning a college degree is a journey of highs and lows, and Rachel Lumpkin of Somerville experienced more than her share of both during the past 18 years. { read article }

Bolivar Tigers Capture Win with Three-Point Shot

The Bolivar Central High School Tigers played the Jackson Central-Merry Cougars and won with a pass from Jeremiah Woody (#22) to Jermicheal Neely (#25), who ended the 62-62 tie with a three-point shot. { see video }

Middleton Lady Tigers Fall to Adamsville

The Middleton High School Lady Tigers played the Adamsville High School Lady Cardinals on December 16, 2025. and came up short with a final score of 45-56. { see pictures from game }

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Santa Claus is making his final rounds in Hardeman County!

Don’t miss your chance to see him to share your wish list before Christmas Eve! { see where }

Hatchie Press Community Calendar: December 22, 2025

Check out the Hatchie Press Community Calendar to learn events happening this week. { read article }

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. { read obituaries }