By Gary Marino Special to the Tribune These last two weeks for the Forrest Rocket Band of Blue have been amazing! On Sept. 20, the Band of Blue competed in the 26th Annual Hendersonville Golden Invitational. Eighteen marching bands took to the field competing for best in class and division champion. ... more

By Karen Hall Editor A Lewisburg man pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and other charges last week, and was sentenced to five years in prison. On July 11, Lewisburg Police Officer Clint Newbill was flagged down by a woman, who said a man was trying to kill her boyfriend. Entering the home, Newbill found Benjamin C. Bradley, 25, of Martin Avenue, restraining his victim with a choke hold... more

By John I. Carney Special to the Tribune School vouchers, if approved, would be "the greatest nightmare counties have ever faced," said Charles Curtiss, executive director of Tennessee County Commissioners Association, during a regional meeting held Monday at Henry Horton State Park. ... more

From Staff Reports It doesn't happen every year, but this weekend the Marshall County High School Homecoming coincides with the Lions Club Octoberfest, guaranteeing the square will be full of people on both Friday and Saturday. Homecoming Week has already started at MCHS, with dress-up days and class banner competitions. ... more

Thefts and vandalism reported During the night between Sept. 26 and 27, a blue and silver 2000 Harley Davidson low rider Dyna motorcycle was taken from the driveway of a home on Horseshoe Drive. The value of the bike was estimated at $6,500. The license number is 5ZK968 and the VIN is 1HD1GGV19YY307639... more

By Ivory Riner Staff Writer The Governors Books from Birth Foundation tour bus made an appearance at the Church Street Church of Christ parking lot on Monday. The foundation was created in 2004 and allows children from birth to age five to receive up to 60 books at no cost to families, regardless of their income... more

By Karen Hall Editor After several years when it seemed like there were no Democrats here, they are back in a big way. The choice of Meechie Biggers as chairman of the Marshall County Democrat Party has revitalized the group and supporters came out in force to a rally in Rock Creek Park this week... more

By Ivory Riner Staff Writer During his sophomore year of high school, Doug Duke won his first arts and crafts show with his gunstock carvings. Throughout his high school career, he maintained a high average. Duke was well known for his artistic abilities. ... more

KNOXVILLE -- More jobs. An unemployment rate that's trending down. Increasing personal income. Thanks to these gains, there is a positive ring to this fall's Tennessee Business and Economic Outlook report prepared by the Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Tennessee Knoxville... more

By Karen Hall Editor There are usually some children in every show at the Dixie, but for this weekend's "Disney Cinderella Kids," the cast is ALL children. Many are making their debut at the Dixie, but they all do a great job with this musical. Children from grades three through seven play all the parts, from helpful mice to wicked stepmother... more

By Karen Hall Editor Marshall County at last has an approved budget for the fiscal year from July 1, 2014, to June 30, 2015. All 18 county commissioners and a roomful of spectators attended the commission's September meeting Monday night. "This is great turnout," said Chairman Mike Waggoner at the start of the meeting. "I think I know what you're all here for, and I hope it goes your way."... more

By Karen Hall Editor The big meeting room at the Lewisburg Rec Center was packed with at least 250 people last Thursday as the In His Image Pregnancy Resource Center held its annual benefit dinner. Executive Director Shirley Lowe stated in an email, "The receipts were $13,065, with receipts prior to the event, but due to the event, are (an) additional $2,595, bringing it to a total of $15,560. There were also pledges for future receipts not included in these totals."... more

Thefts and vandalism reported Sometime since July a yellow Honda Rubicon four-wheeler and a number of tools were taken from an unoccupied property on Belfast Farmington Road. Total value of the missing items is estimated at $5,100. The tools include Craftsman and Stanley wrenches, a table saw, a table-mount grinder and a table-mount vise, and three roll-around tool boxes... more

By Ivory Riner Staff Writer To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, students from Delphine Hockett's fifth grade social studies class visited Lairdland Farms, located between Cornersville and Pulaski. The land of Lairdland Farms was purchased by John Laird after the state of North Carolina gave him a 5,000-acre land grant in appreciation for his service in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. ... more

By Karen Hall and Ivory Riner Staff Writers After just half a day of court proceedings, a mistrial was declared for Stephen D. Smith, 53, who is facing multiple charges of rape and sexual exploitation of a minor. Fourteen jurors were selected Monday, but on Wednesday morning there were only 13 in the jury box. ... more

By Karen Hall Editor A man whom many remember as Cooter Davenport in "The Dukes of Hazzard," Ben Jones, was in Franklin last weekend at the Sons of Confederate Veterans Heritage Rally. Jones is the new SCV Chief of Heritage Operations, and has written an editorial in the September/October issue of Confederate Veteran called "Forward The Colors," with the subhead, "Together, solidly together, we can do extraordinary things." In it, he talks about the way people from other parts of the country demonize the South and the Confederacy. ... more

Henry Horton State Park is hosting the 11th Annual Step Back in Time Festival today and tomorrow, Sept. 19 and 20. It features two days of music, food, storytellers, re-enactors and demonstrations. "We are very excited about this year's Step Back in Time Festival, including the lineup of very talented artisans and entertainers," Tennessee State Parks Chief Ranger Shane Petty said. "This is a fun, family-friendly festival and we encourage everyone to come out and join us."... more

By Ivory Riner Staff Writer To honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, and the first responders of Marshall County, an ice cream social was held in Rock Creek Park last Thursday, and a temporary Wall of Remembrance, funded by donations, was put up... more

By Karen Hall Editor The trial of a Cornersville man charged with multiple sexual offenses starts today. Stephen D. Smith, 53, is charged with one count of rape of a child. This allegedly happened in 2008, when the victim was less than 13 years old. ... more

By Karen Hall Editor By a unanimous voice vote school board members approved the nomination of Donnie Moses as their new chairman. Kristen Gold was elected vice chairman, and Randy Perryman became chairman pro tem. Julie Cathey and John Daniel Allen were welcomed to the board as representatives of the 5th and 6th districts... more