Hatchie Press Week in Review: January 19-25, 2025
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The following is a quick update about some happenings in and around our county:
NEWS
Ginger Crowe Named Principal of Bolivar Elementary School
Ginger Crowe has come full circle at Bolivar Elementary School (BES) starting as a young student years ago and now continuing her experience in the leadership role as principal of the school. { read article }
Other Stories: Undercover Operation in Grand Junction Results in Seizure of Illegal Narcotics | Read More News
POLITICS
Walley Wrap: 2025 Legislative Session Begins
The biggest news of the week came when Governor Bill Lee announced a special legislative session to begin on Monday, January 27, 2025, to address his ‘Education Freedom Act’ (private school voucher proposal), disaster relief for Hurricane Helene, and illegal immigration. { read article }
Other Stories: Town of Hornsby Holds January Meeting {video} | City of Whiteville Holds January Meeting {video} | City of Bolivar Holds January Council Meeting {video} | Read More Politics News
BUSINESS
Office of Tennessee Attorney General Announces Settlement with Family Dollar Stores
“When a mom or dad buys groceries for their kids, they should never have to wonder whether some nasty critter got the first bite. No matter the family budget, whether at a discount shop or not, every Tennessean deserves confidence in the food they buy.” ~ Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti { read article }
Other Stories: Restaurant Inspection Scores {Fayette County} – December 2024 | Read More Business News
EDUCATION
Jones and Talley Lead Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade as Grand Marshals {video}
Bolivar Central High School (BCHS) senior Miley Jones and Middleton High School (MHS) senior RoShod Talley led as grand marshals for the Annual Hardeman County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade. { read article }
Other Stories: Hardeman County Schools Announces 2025/2026 Calendar | Middleton’s Lauren Milford Again Named to BMCU’s President’s List | Tavareo Everett and Katie Harris Named to MTSU’s Fall Dean’s List | Area Retired Teachers Prepare to Give Back to Current Students | Youth Wildlife Art Contest Now Open | Read More Education News
SPORTS
Catching Up on Hardeman County Tigers Basketball
The Bolivar Central High School (BCHS) Tigers and Middleton High School (MHS) Tigers are in district season play. Check out the scores from the games the teams played.
BCHS scoreboard { read article }
MHS scoreboard { read article }
Other Stories: Comment Period Open For Sport Fish Regulation Changes | Read More Sports News
COMMUNITY
Sea of Lights Brighten Night Sky for HCRS Member Rhonda Avent {video}
The “work” family of Hardeman County Rescue Squad (HCRS) member Rhonda Avent came out with full lights on Thursday evening, January 23, 2024, to honor and remember their “sister and friend” after passing. { read article }
Other Stories: HAA Pet of the Week: Meet Pepper | Read More Community News
OPINION
Letter to the Editor: State Lawmakers Introduce School Voucher Program for 2025
” . . . How is a $7,000 voucher going to help economically disadvantaged students?” { read article }
Other Stories: Read More Opinion News
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Hatchie Press Community Calendar: January 27, 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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