The Chapel Hill Board of Aldermen agreed to a measure that would slow the pace of development in town, while solutions to guarantee sufficient water for the town are developed. Aldermen unanimously approved a similarly unanimous recommendation from the town planning commission to temporarily halt the subdivision of existing property for construction... more

photo submitted The Tennessee State Lions Clubs gathered in Memphis, Tennessee on May 3-4, 2019 for their annual State Convention. A part of this convention is recognitions of Lions from across the State of Tennessee whom has shown exceptional service to Lionism statewide and to their local club and community... more

Megan with Steve Calahan and Kevin Calahan, Marshall County Emergency Management Megan with five of the pageant contestants photos submitted After hearing about the school shooting in Marshall County, Kentucky, Megan Ski Hollingsworth feared the worst. ... more

The Lewisburg City Council surprised Director of Economic Development Greg Lowe with a resolution honoring him for his work on behalf of the city and his recent recognition with a 2019 Community Excellence Award by TVA Economic Development. Reserved for “outstanding economic and community development efforts” in TVA’s seven state region, Lowe is only the second director to receive the award... more

MARTIN, Tenn. – Two Marshall County residents were among students who received degrees from the University of Tennessee at Martin during spring commencement held May 4, 2019, in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on the UT Martin campus. The students receiving undergraduate degrees were Bailey Leann Brown and Bethany June Cole, both of Lewisburg... more

Kiyoko Mia Puca from Chapel Hill and a 2015 Forrest High graduate, has successfully earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Kiyoko graduated Cum Laude and is a member of the Mortar Board Honors Society. Kiyoko is the daughter of Anthony and Mary Ann Puca, sister of Miles Anthony Puca, and aunt of Maddox Anthony Puca... more

Haley Brooke Stacey, a 2014 graduate of Cornersville High School, received a Bachelor’s of Social Work Degree on May 4, 2019, from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Haley will be attending UTC in the fall to obtain a Master’s of Social Work Degree in the advanced standing program. She is the daughter of Brian and Angie Stacey... more

More than 100 Columbia State Community College students were recently honored for excellence in academics, leadership and service at the 53rd Annual Student Honors Convocation. Marshall County students honored include: (Front row, pictured left to right): Daniel Dugger (Cornersville) received an Academic Excellence Award for maintaining a 3.9-4.0 GPA; Ximena Leon (Lewisburg) received the Academic Discipline Award in English, the Introduction to Biology Research Award, an Academic Excellence Award for maintaining a 3.9-4.0 GPA, and was recognized as a Carolyn Allred/Lewis Moore Outstanding Student Award nominee; and Allison Henderson (Lewisburg) received the Academic Discipline Award in Political Science. ... more

Nathan and Sharon Pennington pose in front of the replica of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier that Nathan recently completed for a group in Tulsa, Okla. A steady stream of residents stopped to view the piece in front of the courthouse on Saturday before it was moved west, getting to see sides of the tomb not normally visible in Arlington National Cemetery, including the relief of Peace, Victory, and Valor behind them... more

Marshall County Mayor Mike Keny signed a proclamation on April 25 during the Marshall County Board of Health meeting proclaiming June and July of 2019 as Soda Free Summer. Sodas and sweetened drinks are shown to be leading contributors to the growth of obesity and diabetes across all age groups in the American population... more

Columbia State Community College celebrated 344 degree and certificate candidates as they crossed the stage in front of family and friends during the commencement ceremonies in the Webster Athletic Center Saturday, May 4. Dr. Janet F. Smith, Columbia State president, opened the ceremonies by welcoming graduates, faculty, staff, family, friends and guests, thanking them for celebrating the accomplishments of the students... more

The Marshall County Tribune will open a new chapter in its 120-year history this month. Starting on May 30, the Tribune will begin publishing once per week on Thursdays instead of the current Wednesday and Friday editions. Readers will still receive the same coverage of local news, sports, and people that they’ve come to expect, simply in one package instead of two... more

“Set Free Your Inner Artist!” was the theme for the recent meeting of the Lewisburg Study Club. The Marshall County Art Guild on the Lewisburg square provided the perfect location for the art-themed meeting. Hostesses Elaine Davidson, Trish Hill and Lee Bussart welcomed members and guests as they arrived. ... more

Photo submitted The Forrest High School cheerleaders sponsored the Miss Chapel Hill 2019 pageants this past weekend, crowning winners in eight different age groups. Miss Chapel Hill: Pictured from left: 4th Runner Up Danielle Asbell, 1st Runner Up Anna Welch, Miss Chapel Hill 2019 Abi Bailey, 2nd Runner Up Sydney Hill, and 3rd Runner Up Claira Fontaine. For more pageant photos turn to Page 12 of today’s Tribune... more

Photo submitted On April 13, the Cornersville High School and middle school cheerleaders hosted the 2019 Miss Cornersville pageant. Almost 40 young women competed in six age groups for the title. Miss Cornersville pageant winners for 2019, from left: Miss Congeniality Lauryn Whitaker, 1st Runner Up Ashtyn Curtis, 2019 Miss Cornersville Emalee Groves, 2nd Runner Up Lauren Bivins, Peoples Choice Award Alli Wells... more

Long-time Marshall County Farm Bureau - Agency Manager, Terry Jackson, retires after 39 years of service with the organization. Mr. Jackson was only the third agency manager to serve in Marshall County since the organization began offering insurance services to its members in 1948. He was preceded by Mr. Sidney Wilson, 1948-1955, and Mr. Harold Daniels, 1955-1994. Agent Chris Moon will transition into the role of Agency Manager... more

SIX EMPLOYERS TO PARTICIPATE IN JOB FAIR TUESDAY More Than 200 Positions To Be Available During Goodwill-Hosted Hiring Event (Middle Tenn.) — The Goodwill Career Solutions center at 405 S. James Campbell Blvd. in Columbia will host a job fair from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, for six employers seeking to fill more than 200 positions in Maury, Dickson, Marshall, Wayne and Williamson counties... more

Cemetery Decorations • May 10, 11, 12 - Decoration Day at Medium Cemetery in Delina is May 10, 11, 12- Friday afternoon, all day Saturday and Sunday. Someone will be there to collect any donations for upkeep of the cemetery. If you are not able to attend, you may mail donations to: Donna Jeffries, 16 Timberlake Drive, Fayetteville, TN 37334... more

The South Central Human Resource Agency, 931-359-6393, is announcing that the U.S. Dept of Agriculture Commodities will be distributed on Tuesday, May 21 from 10 to 12, to elgible area residents on a first come, first serve basis. The distribution will be held at Hopetown, 330 5th Ave North, Lewisburg... more

• The Marshall County Soil Conservation District is providing free packets of wildflower seeds as part of their Pollinator Awareness Promotion. Contact the District at (931) 359-6268 Ext. #3 or visit the office at 1171 Nashville Highway, Lewisburg to receive seeds... more