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Photos submitted In the Law of the Pack, a cub scout gives good will and in the Boy Scout Promise, a boy scout promises to help other people at all times. By participating in the Scouting for Food Campaign, scouts came a step closer to fulfilling these words...
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3/4/19
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Rixey Colvin received her cosmetologist diploma from the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Hohenwald on Feb. 25, 2019.
Pictured: cosmetology instructor Jennifer Calhoun and Rixey Colvin
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3/4/19
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NASHVILLE -- A Search Advisory Committee of the Tennessee Board of Regents has recommended two finalists for the next president of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology at Pulaski. The candidates will visit the campus March 1 and March 4 to meet with faculty, staff and students – the next step in the selection process...
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2/27/19
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Photo submitted Chapel Hill Elementary Theater Club is proud to present “Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook.” Directed by Nicole Lowe and Lori Harber, the shows will be held at Chapel Hill Elementary School on Friday, March 15, at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 16, at 4:30 p.m. Doors open a half hour before the show. Tickets will be on sale at the door for $5 for an adult, and $3 for a child. Please come out and support these very talented young performers...
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2/27/19
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Photo submitted As part of a nationwide service project, Pack 273 will collect food on Saturday, February 23, 2019. Scouts will provide door to door pick up in the Cornersville community, starting at 10 a.m. If you would like to donate your non-perishable food items, and live in the Lewisburg area, please call 731-514-2357 to schedule a pick up. ...
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2/27/19
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Tennessee State Parks accepting applications for Girls In Science program at Henry Horton State Park
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks is accepting applications for a six-week Girls in Science program this spring at Henry Horton State Park. The program is designed for 6-8th grade girls who show an interest in science. Registration is available to students in Maury, Marshall and Bedford counties. ...
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2/27/19
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Tribune photo by Scott Pearson Lewisburg Mayor Jim Bingham signed a resolution on Tuesday designating Friday, March 1, as Arbor Day in the city of Lewisburg. The Tree City board is sponsoring a tree planting ceremony on the square that day. Pictured from left standing behind Bingham: Director of Parks and Recreation Cary Whitesell, Tree City Chair Barbara Woods, City Manager Randall Dunn, Third Ward Alderman C.H. Harwell, and Marshall County JECDB Director Emily Darnell...
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2/27/19
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Dynamic might not be the first word that comes to mind when thinking about Lewisburg, but a study released today says otherwise. The Walton Family Foundation released their study of the nation’s 531 micropolitan areas on Wednesday, ranking Lewisburg as the 14th most dynamic micropolitan city in the nation...
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by Scott Pearson, Asst. Editor
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2/27/19
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photo submitted There was a pool tournament held at Marshall County Senior Citizens Center on Feb. 14. Citizens from 13 surrounding counties were invited to compete. Winners are: Mike Walker, first place; Miller Williams, second place; Robert Freeman, third place; and Junior Watkins, fourth place. Cash prizes and lunch were provided by Lyons Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Ford...
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2/27/19
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African-American literature is the body of literature produced in the United States by writers of African descent. Black poetry draws its inspiration from musical traditions such as gospel, blues, sermons, and jazz. Black poems are inextricably linked to the experience of African-Americans through their history in America from slavery to segregation and throughout the equal rights movement...
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By Annie Esther Mason with DeShawn Mason Ewing and Stephanie Mason White Special to the Tribune
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2/27/19
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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced his plans to repeal the amusement tax on gym memberships in his upcoming budget. “I’m pleased to be able to include a tax cut in my first budget,” said Lee. “Repealing the gym tax is an important step in reducing the burdens on small businesses in our state.”...
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2/27/19
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In honor of National School Counseling Week, the Marshall County Board of Education recognized counselors from each school at Monday’s meeting. The counselors are: Pam Gentry from Chapel Hill Elementary, Mignonne Sawyer from Delk-Henson Intermediate School, Becky Cheatham and Susan Wild from Forrest School, Debra Gage from Cornersville Elementary, Edna London from Cornersville School, Robyn...
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by Erin Morris, Tribune Reporter
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2/27/19
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The Lewisburg Study Club recently met at the historic home of Elaine Whitaker in Lewisburg. This spacious home, once belonging to Elaine’s grandparents, has been beautifully and lovingly restored. Guests enjoyed seeing the architecture of the home as well as the historic furnishings. ...
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2/19/19
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The city of Lewisburg honored one of its outstanding citizens and servants at the monthly council meeting on Tuesday evening. Guests filled the council chamber to recognize the service of Col. Wayne Coomes. County officials, commissioners, and local veterans stood and applauded as Coomes entered the room...
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by Scott Pearson, Asst. Editor
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2/19/19
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The city of Lewisburg honored one of its outstanding citizens and servants at the monthly council meeting on Tuesday evening. Guests filled the council chamber to recognize the service of Col. Wayne Coomes. County officials, commissioners, and local veterans stood and applauded as Coomes entered the room...
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by Scott Pearson, Asst. Editor
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2/19/19
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COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Women facing a cancer diagnosis are invited to attend the Feeling Fabulous program hosted by Maury Regional Health on March 4 at noon in the Maury Regional Cancer Center. A cancer diagnosis impacts patients in a variety of ways, often leading to anxiety and lower self-esteem. ...
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2/19/19
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Photo submitted The Lewisburg Rotary Club recognized three students as their students on the month for February at their meeting Wednesday. Pictured from left: Ethan Courtemanche, Cornersville High School; Bailey Neal, Forrest; and Hunter Adams, Spot Lowe...
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2/19/19
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Photo courtesy of Sidney Mayberry J. B. Mayberry was one of the first African Americans in Lewisburg who owned a business. Mr. Mayberry’s first business, located off the square next to the old jail, was a pool room and cafe type establishment which was referred to as “The Dump.” Not only was Mr. J. B. a businessman, but also a butler for the bachelor’s club in Lewisburg, janitor at the Walking Horse Breeders Association, and worked for Dr. J. C. Leonard and Mr. Phil Alford...
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2/19/19
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Representatives of Marshall County’s veterans community traveled to Nashville for the General Assembly’s annual Veterans on the Hill event, allowing veterans to meet with their representatives to express their concerns on issues effecting veterans. Only 250 veterans from across the state were chosen to attend the event, several of whom were from MArshall County...
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2/17/19
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Sorrell Martin, Petersburg, Tennessee, was selected as one of three Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association Youth Ambassadors. Photo courtesy of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association. Murfreesboro, TN—The Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association (TCA) recently selected Sorrell Martin of Petersburg, Tennessee, as one its 2019 Youth Ambassadors...
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2/17/19
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