Hatchie Press Week in Review: February 9 – 15, 2025
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county:
NEWS
February: A Time for Love—and Awareness
Nearly one in three high school students report experiencing mental, emotional, or physical abuse in relationships, and 43 percent of college women face violent or abusive dating behaviors. { read article }
Other Stories: TBI Agents Investigating Death of Man, Use of Force by Fayette County Deputies | Read More News
POLITICS
Petitions Picked Up for Upcoming City of Bolivar Mayor and Council Election
As of Friday, February 7, 2025, one petition for City of Bolivar Mayor and seven petitions for City of Bolivar Council positions were picked up. { read article }
Other Stories: Mayor Julian McTizic Elected as President of the West Tennessee Mayor’s Association | Bolivar-Hardeman County Branch NAACP Make Annual Visit to State Capitol | Immigration Enforcement, Disaster Relief and Voucher Expansion Passes Legislation | Read More Politics News
BUSINESS
Bogey’s Bar & Grill Bringing Community, Nostalgia to Country Club
“We kind of remember those days in the late 80s and 90s when it was a real fun and nice place to be. With the simple renovation of our main dining room and the main bar lounge area, we hope it gives our members and their guests an extra space to come to and hang out.” ~ Barry “Boog” Williams, Jr., Manager of Bogey’s Bar & Grill { read article }
Other Stories: Restaurant Inspection Scores {Hardeman County} – January 2025 | Restaurant Inspection Scores {Fayette County} – January 2025 | Bogey’s Bar & Grill Bringing Community, Nostalgia to Country Club | Read More Business News
EDUCATION
Bolivar’s Jacob Lewis Graduates as Gateway Christian Schools Valedictorian
Jacob Eric Bryce Lewis, age 15 of Bolivar, graduated from Gateway Christian Schools (GCS) as class valedictorian, with English honors. { read article }
Other Stories: Mississippi State University Recognizes Fry, Anderson, Adkins, and Payne for Academics | Read More Education News
SPORTS
Herb Parsons Lake Temporarily Closing for Construction
The closure is for further improvements included in the Bill Dance Signature Lake project and is planned to last approximately three to five days. { read article }
Other Stories: Read More Sports News
COMMUNITY
Grand Junction Ruritan Club Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Entertainment and Good Food
The Grand Junction Ruritan Club held a special Valentine’s Day event with Sean Gary, a local musician and University of Memphis professor of music, providing the musical entertainment. { read article }
Other Stories: Climate Smart Practices and Heirs’ Property Workshop to be Offered | Hardeman County Marriage Licenses Issued January 2025 | HAA Pet of the Week: Meet Ivory | Read More Community News
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Hatchie Press Community Calendar: February 17, 2025
Check out the Hatchie Press Community Calendar to learn events happening this week. { 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. { read obituaries }
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