A city councilman says he's a bit disturbed about being labeled a firebrand in a column here. He suggests that consultation with a dictionary is in order. Obviously, he's not a piece of burning wood, as the Second College Edition of The American Heritage Dictionary suggests in its first definition of firebrand... more

After years of bailouts, stimulus spending and government takeovers, taxpayers are stuck with the check for billions of dollars and a national unemployment rate that still hovers over nine percent. In some of the counties in the 6th District, unemployment is well into the double digits, and people everywhere are struggling to make ends meet... more

A young Lewisburg man caught the attention of law enforcement when he offered to sell drugs to a confidential informant. After that, Zachary Q. Baker, 22, of Fairlane Drive, was targeted by agents of the 17th Judicial District Drug Task Force. A confidential informant was able to buy both Ecstasy and marijuana from him in Lewisburg one year ago in a drug-free school zone... more

The a cappella ensemble of young Marshall County men is returning to the stage at the Marshall County Community Theatre late next week. "Treat yourself and your family to the incredible musical experience of Rough Around the Edges," group spokesman Nathan Dumser said, explaining that the men share a passion for writing and performing a cappella styled music... more

Between these pop-up thunderstorms and dangerously high temperatures, it's hard to plan anything. But... Are you ready for some ice cream? Lucky for you, the 114th Annual Ice Cream Supper at the Flat Creek Community Center in Williamson County is Saturday, July 16, beginning at 4 p.m. ... more

Patient safety advocates say even more reforms are needed -- stat! As of July 1, the Accreditation Council For Graduate Medical Education has decreed that first-year hospital residents (a.k.a. interns) can work no more than 16 hours in a shift. Second- and third-year residents, however, are still allowed to work a grueling 28 hours without sleep... more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The state senator who represents Marshall County says he will sponsor legislation to make it a felony for a parent, legal guardian, or caretaker to not notify law enforcement of the disappearance of a child within 24 hours. more

Mitch Hollon was an impressive fellow even in high school and his death this month shows how tragic traffic accidents can be, not just for those who remember him, but for those he'd have been able to serve through his practice of medicine. more

Lorrie Morgan, a five time Best Female Vocalist of the Year, is scheduled to sing at the ninth annual Goats Music & More Festival at Rock Creek in less than three months. Set for Oct. 7-9, Lewisburg's festival is recognized as a music venue as much as an agriculture event drawing visitors from across the country... more

The salutatorian of Cornersville High School's Class of 1975 died July 5, as a result of a bicycle accident in Charleston, S.C. Mitchell F. Hollon, 54, was riding on the James Island Connector on Tuesday morning when, according to the ABC-TV affiliate there, he was struck by an AT&T truck that swerved into the bike lane... more

As one of 12 communities in Tennessee Downtowns, a community improvement program for cities and counties seeking to revitalize traditional commercial districts, Lewisburg was visited Friday by program leaders as they work toward economic and community development in and around the public square here... more

City, county and state leaders had face time with assistant commissioners and the lieutenant governor recently when they asked that this community be remembered and pitched as a prospective location for business development and new jobs. "We want to stay in front of them," Marshall County Mayor Joe Boyd Liggett said when explaining the purpose of a recent visit with: Lt. ... more

The Farmington Road, Lewisburg, Group of Al-Anon meets at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. For more information, call Julie at 270-6839. Please call Shirley at 359-2304 to donate wipes and diapers sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6 to the In His Image Pregnancy Resource Center... more

A Lewisburg man, who's continuing his sports career in Asia, has donated $3,500 for prize money in the Jones Park 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament that starts Saturday morning at the park near the Marshall County Schools Central Office. "Marcus Haislip to the rescue," tournament founder Jerrie Henry declared Tuesday when reporting the 1999 Marshall County High School graduate called her at home Monday night to report his donation to the tournament that's been a part of the community for 18 years... more

SHELBYVILLE -- There was a time here that if you didn't work for a pencil manufacturer, you were related to someone who did. Empire, Musgrave, Shelbyville Pencil Company ... their numbers were legion and their No. 2s were legend. And now, most of those No. 2s are coming from China, in one form or another... more

A Lewisburg man was found guilty as charged at the end of a two-day jury trial last week, in spite of a vigorous defense by LaShawn Williams of Memphis, assisted by Rhonda Hooks of Mt. Pleasant. William Lance Walker, 31, was charged in a five-count indictment with possession of powder cocaine and crack cocaine with intent to sell and deliver, and possession of drug paraphernalia... more

A Chapel Hill woman pleaded guilty to violation of probation in Circuit Court last week, and was granted a second chance to comply with Circuit Court Judge Robert Crigler's orders. Tawyna Eady, 43, violated her probation by failing to pay the agreed restitution of $450 per month. She still owes $9,453.50... more

Thefts and vandalism reported Arrested and charged with aggravated domestic assault Arrested and charged with domestic assault Arrested and charged with driving under the influence Arrested and charged with public intoxication Arrested and charged with driving on a suspended license... more

As the temperature rises, unfortunately so may your electric bill. Believe it or not, there are steps that you can take to manage your energy usage during the hot summer months. Your air conditioning unit accounts for well over half of your monthly energy usage Because of this, caulking and weather-stripping around windows and doors to stop air leaks, as well as sealing any gaps in floors and walls around pipes and electrical wiring, is critical in maintaining a stable building envelope. ... more

Lewisburg councilmen on Thursday indicated that animal shelter advocates ought to be able to build an addition to the animal shelter without threatening the city's financial stability if they signed waivers against any liability claims while hammering nails and performing other construction tasks... more