From Staff Reports NASHVILLE -- A traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was on display last week in Nashville where the names of those 58,253 who died during the war were read aloud on Sunday. Sam Baird of Nashville, a volunteer with the replica, searched the organization's computer records with the names of the municipalities and nearby communities of Bedford and Marshall counties. He reported the following names of local servicemen who died in the Vietnam War... more

By Staff Writer Kristina Grossheim Rumors have been confirmed that the nation's largest retailer, Wal-Mart will be discontinuing their layaway services. Customers with limited financial resources or those who simply use layaway as a convenience will soon find shopping at Wal-Mart less accommodating... more

Staff Writer Lyme disease is on the rise and people must learn how to protect themselves. Lewisburg resident, Bob Fitz, was diagnosed with Lyme disease November of last year, but believes he may have had it since the 1970s. " I think Lyme disease is the worst health problem because it is under diagnosed," said Fitz," Your first sign is when the doctor says it is all in your head."... more

Nashville, TN -- The Nashville Symphony and AmSouth Bank present the free AmSouth "Day of Music" on Saturday, October 7, 2006, at the Nashville Symphony's new home, Schermerhorn Symphony Center, which opened on September 9 in the heart of downtown Nashville. The opening festivities will culminate in this day-long event providing the entire community the opportunity to tour the new concert hall and enjoy more than 35 concerts free from 10 a.m. until midnight. ... more

" Up - Reach, reaching up to God, In - Reach, reaching out to each other, and Out - Reach, reaching out to the community." Their chosen objective and their persistence in finding a permanent home evidence the dedication and perseverance at Mooresville Baptist Church... more

The Lewisburg Rotary Club is releasing its one of a kind Goat Knife to commemorate the Goat Festival. In its fourth year of release, the Goat Knife is handcrafted, one of a kind, and commissioned by Colonel Littleton specifically for the Goat Festival... more

September 25, 2006 Mrs. Ollie Bell Barlar Rochelle, 89, died Monday, September 25, 2006 at her residence on Parish Hollow RD. Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon Thursday at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Tommy Hagewood and Terry Chapman officiating. Burial will be in Polk Memorial Gardens. The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home... more

The following persons were arrested by the Lewisburg Police Depart-ment, Marshall County Sheriff's Department, Tennessee High way Patrol, or the 17th Judicial Drug Task Force and processed through the Marshall County Jail. They are only charged: guilt or innocence will be determined by the courts... more

Brown's Computer Access & Office Services at 451 Cornersville Road, # 200, Lewisburg, by Vanessa Brown. Dance Star at 214 Horton Plaza, Chapel Hill, by Cole Freeman. LC Searchers at 1304 Horseshoe Dr, Lewisburg, by Leah B. Cook. Sass Shea at 2040 Hwy 99, Chapel Hill, by Lois Macecevic... more

Lewisburg Gas Department The Lewisburg Gas Department will have their regular monthly meeting,Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 5 p.m. Board members are Willie Mitchell, James Chapman and Al Henderson. Marshall County Library Board The Marshall County Library Board will meet 6 p.m. on September 26. Dates for future meetings are as follows: November 28, 2006, January 23, 2007, and May 22, 2007. Any changes will be announced. Also library will be closed on October 13 and 14 during the Goat Festival... more

Berlin Charge United Methodist Church will hold revival services September 24-26 at 7 p.m. nightly. The evangelist will be Tom Gildemiester from Christ United Methodist Church in Williamson County. Theme of the revival is "Hope -- Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. There will be special music each night... more

 It's that time of year when ghosts and ghouls frolic with witches and vampires. Towns are transformed by jack-o-lanterns offering their Cheshire cat grins, while homes are awash in Autumn hues and dotted with spider webs and garden gravestones. Halloween is a magical time for kids, but it's also a time of year where safety should be as much a priority as collecting candy... more

Step back in time and see a matinee at the Dixie any Saturday in October. The Marshall County Community Theatre is presenting Alexander Who's Not, Not, Not, Not, Not, Not, Not Going to Move. While the show is aimed at young audiences, adults wil soon be captured by the hilarious antics of Alexander, his family, his friends, and his neighbors as they deal with the fast approach of moving day. Every Saturday at twelve noon, audiences will be wowed by this very entertaining, very positive show... more

Dear friends it is once again I ask for your prayers for Doylene. She has had a setback and needs good thoughts and prayers, also, pray for Janice and I to have strength sufficient to bear what ever might lie ahead for us. Sunday night Jeff Pack spoke at our evening worship as Bro. ... more

BETTER HEALTH CAN BE ACHIEVED THROUGH REGULAR AND PREVENTIVE CARE NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day on September 19 aims to raise awareness about health disparities, motivate people to adopt healthier lifestyles and encourage everyone to seek regular health care visits and screenings, and make sure their loved ones do the same. ... more

Westhills Elementary School has welcomed six new teachers to their facility for the 2006-07 school year. Principal Sherry Park (third from right) is shown with, from left, Misty Reese, Special Education; Anne Hollingsworth, third grade; Amy Gillespie, fourth grade; Jeremy Qualls, who is not new to the system but new to WES, Physical Education; Connie Donley, librarian; and Bill Manchester, music... more

The following persons were arrested by the Lewisburg Police Department, Marshall County Sheriff's Department, Tennessee Highway Patrol, or 17th Judicial District drug task force and processed through Marshall County Jail. They are only charged: guilt or innocence will be determined by the courts... more

In need of pumpkins, mums, straw, or custom mixed paint? Chapel Hill Hardware, located at 305 Horton Highway, has all this and more. Owner, Gerald Byrd, will be joined by partner, Hugh Williams, when their Spring Hill location, they ran for four years, closes in October... more

Goodwill's new manager, Steve Robertson is proud to be working there and helping others. " The company's mission is incredible. It makes me feel good to work for a company that puts people as a priority," said Robertson. Goodwill's mission is to enhance the quality and dignity of life for individuals and families through the power of work, empowerment, self-help, and service... more