While every birthday is a milestone, Rev. Jones Davis achieved something that most people only dream of doing. The World War Ⅱ veteran celebrated his 100th birthday last Wednesday, July 25. On Saturday, July 28, a reception was held at Greater First Baptist in Lewisburg, honoring his birthday on the day proclaimed as Rev. Jones Davis Day by the city council... more

Celebrating its seventeenth season, Columbia State Community College is pleased to announce the artist roster for the 2018-2019 First Farmers Performance Series season. “We are excited to welcome these talented artists to the Cherry Theater stage,” said Dr. ... more

Nine MCHS Beta Club members attended the National Beta Convention in Savannah, GA, on June 16-21. After several days of activities, Carson Bailey emerged as the national runner-up in 11th grade language arts. The Beta Club rewards scholarship while encouraging service and leadership. ... more

Columbia, TN – Recently, Marshall County Farm Bureau President Jimmy Ogilvie attended the first ever Tennessee Farm Bureau County Presidents Leadership Investment meeting at the organization’s state headquarters in Columbia, Tenn. Tennessee Farm Bureau President Jeff Aiken congratulated each president on their achievement and challenged them to get out of their comfort zone in engaging others, “Our county presidents play an integral role in shaping the future of Farm Bureau and agriculture in their counties. ... more

Murfreesboro, TN— The Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association (TCA) and Tennessee CattleWomen’s Association awarded four educational scholarships for the 2018-2019 academic year. These scholarship awards are $600.00 each and awarded on an application basis. ... more

The Marshall County Horseman’s Association announces its 2018 scholarship winners. Brice Dunkleman, Rachel Hale, Virginia LaFlamme, Emma Mitchell, Jessica Osborne, and Dana Rae White will each receive a scholarship award. Brice Dunkleman is the son of Wayne and Kami Dunkleman of Cornersville. ... more

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the event, celebrated on the first Tuesday of August every year. This is the first Night Out Against Crime event for the Lewisburg Police Department. It will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 4 p.m. at Rock Creek Park... more

Thursday was a full day in Marshall County as students returned to school and voters went to the polls for the county general and the state primary election. Students across the county went back to school for a half day before resuming a full time schedule on Monday. Traffic was heavy in parts of Lewisburg in particular as cars backed up while waiting to pick up children... more

A new school year means new teachers, students, and desks, not to mention brand new books. A few months ago, the Board of Education approved the director’s request for extra money in the budget of $100,000 for high-quality reading materials. These materials are for both teachers and students... more

The start of school marks the unofficial end of summer, and with that, the end of Fun Fridays on the square in Lewisburg. With two successful turnouts for the previous events, a large crowd is to be expected tonight at the last edition for this year... more

The Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) is pleased to announce that its membership has elected its new President, Vice-President/President Elect and new members for its Board of Directors. Jennifer Pearson, director of the Marshall County Memorial Library, will serve as the association’s vice president/president elect for the coming year. Pearson will serve as ARSL’s president next year after the term of Lisa Lewis, library services manager at Show Low Public Library in Arizona... more

DREMC Director voting for Zone 5 including Marshall and Giles counties will begin Monday, August 13, in the contested election for a seat vacated with the retirement of Kenneth Stacey, who has served on the DREMC board for 15 years. The DREMC Nominating Committee has named two candidates to fill the vacated seat of Mr. Stacey: Lyn Stacey and Will Wilson. Only co-op members residing in these counties may cast ballots... more

Mike Keny is the new Marshall County Mayor after winning 62.8 percent of the vote in the three man race to replace Joe Boyd Liggett. Keny, a former Lewisburg pharmacist, received 4,058 votes compared to 1,447 for Chapel Hill Mayor Danny Bingham and 949 for Commissioner R.L. Williams... more

The bridge over Snake Creek on Fayetteville Highway was officially named in memory of James A. Williams Sr. last Thursday. Born in 1915 in Belfast, Williams grew up in the family blacksmith shop, a formative experience that manifested as a lifetime interest in invention and mechanical devices... more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Summer break is almost over for many students in Tennessee, and as plans are being made for another school year, it’s important to make sure students receive their required immunizations before going back to the classroom. “We want Tennessee children to be in school, learning in a safe and healthy environment, so it’s extremely important students are vaccinated against diseases that can spread easily in the classroom or elsewhere,” said TDH Chief Medical Officer David Reagan. ... more

Preston Hopkins Field is getting a face lift. The County Commission unanimously approved a request from Marshall County Schools, at Monday evening’s monthly meeting, to move $1.1 million from its capital outlay budget for renovations at Preston Hopkins Field and at Cornersville... more

Rev. Jones Davis Day By Scott Pearson Associate Editor Every birthday is a milestone in its own way, but for Rev. Jones Davis, this one has added significance. By proclamation of the mayor and city council, Saturday is Rev. Jones Davis Day in Lewisburg, honoring the occasion of his 100th birthday... more

There’s room for everyone in scouting By Erin Morris Tribune Reporter Last weekend, local Cub Scouts held the first Scouting with Disabilities event at the Lewisburg Rec Center. Kevin Riner, Assistant Cub Scout Master with Pack 273 from Cornersville, came up with the idea as part of his coursework for the Wood Badge, a leadership skills course offered for Scout leaders... more