Landry’s play was solid in local sports Oct 6, 2009
Former Lawrence County High, Columbia Post 19 and Walters State standout Stephen Shults completed the season at Rome with a. 232 average. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Alleged scammer turns himself in Oct 3, 2009
Bishop remained in Lawrence County Jail Thursday in lieu of 100,000 bond. Story created Oct 02, 2009 - 13:55:28 EDT.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
ZCA homecoming court to be presented Saturday Oct 2, 2009
The Central High School Lady Lions will host a Dig Pink event Thursday against Lawrence County. Courtesy Photo. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Police search for alleged scammer posing as pastor Oct 2, 2009
Lawrence County Sheriff s Sgt. Daniel Kellum said multiple agencies are searching for Danny Ray Bishop, a Middle Tennessee man who is believed to have gone to several businesses asking for donations to help a girl with terminal cancer ... Kellum said the man has gone to at least 12 businesses in Lawrence County ... Anyone with information is urged to call the Lawrence County Sheriff s Department at (931) 762-3646. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
CHS will host Lawrence County for Dig Pink event Thursday Oct 1, 2009
The Central High School Lady Lions will host a Dig Pink event Thursday against Lawrence County ... Columbia Central High School will host Lawrence County High School for a Dig Pink match at 5:30 p.m. Thursday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Merkel denied state title Oct 1, 2009
The Lady Lions return Thursday to host Lawrence County on Dig Pink night. All proceeds from the match will go to breast cancer research. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Obituaries, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009 Sep 30, 2009
Deborah Jo Sherman, 55, St. Francisville, died at 10:20 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009, at Lawrence County Memorial Hospital, Lawrenceville. A native of Lawrenceville, she was an LPN at Willow Manor in Vincennes. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Santa Fe garners district 3-peat Sep 30, 2009
Lawrence County s Emily Williams, the District 8 low medalist, recorded a 42-39-81. Kendall Martindale of Jefferson County shot a 69 to lead the individuals while Soddy-Daisy has the team lead with a 147, three shots ahead of Clarksville. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Obituaries, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009 (1026) Sep 25, 2009
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence County Senior Citizens in honor of Richard Evans. Online condolences may be made to the family at. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Nelson created Central’s nickname Sep 23, 2009
Lawrence County s footballers, riding the crest of a three-game win streak, have Coffee County for homecoming guests this Friday, then will have a chance to stake a claim on the No. 2 spot in District 8-AAA when they host Shelbyville on Oct. 2. Coach David Marston s Wildcats, a Class 5A school, already own wins over Class 6A schools Lincoln Co. (41-7) and Franklin Co. (40-14). (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Woman recalls beau’s fatal fall Sep 17, 2009
Dennis, 29, said she and her boyfriend, Raymond Douglas Doug Lawson, 26, of Florence, had gone to what is known as Insurance Bluff in western Lawrence County on Saturday night after visiting the grave of Lawson s brother ... Lawrence County Chief Deputy Terry Beecham said rescue workers rappelled down the bluff to retrieve the body, which was sent to the state forensic lab for an autopsy ... jdh2010 wrote on Sep 16, 2009 5:00 PM:" Tragic story. Too bad we don't have any coverage of Lawrence... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Pugh leading aerial assault Sep 16, 2009
Former Lawrence County and Riverdale High School spark plug Kit Hartsfield, returned a fumble 24 yards for a touchdown for Austin Peay State University in a 34-23 yards 24 yards in their season opener Sept. 5. The 6-2, 215-pound senior linebacker has 10 solo tackles and five assists in the first two games for the Governors, who play at Illinois State Saturday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Four CHS golfers earn region spots Sep 16, 2009
The winner with a 75 was Emily Williams from Lawrence County ... Central s boys team recorded a 350 to finish 15 strokes behind region qualifier Lawrence County, who placed third behind Tullahoma (322) and Franklin County (332) ... Lawrence County s Rance Wright was the runner-up with a 77. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Central sweeps Lawrence County Sep 15, 2009
Columbia Central (7-5, 3-1) defeated District 8-AAA foe Lawrence County 25-12, 25-15 and 25-10 in a Friday match. Cheyene Kyle and Ashlee Allshire had 20 and 19 serving points respectively for the Lady Lions. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
A healthy dose of picking Sep 11, 2009
In other games it will be: Riverdale over Lincoln County, Lawrence County over Loretto, Giles County over Shelbyville, Tullahoma over Coffee County, Franklin County over Warren County, Oakland over Brentwood, Franklin over Ooltewah, Gallatin over Hillsboro, MBA over Independence, Page over Ravenwood, Centennial over Smyrna, Fairview over Creek Wood, South Pittsburg over Cascade, Cornersville over Huntland, Moore County over Riverside Christian, Ezell-Harding over MTCS, White House Heritage over... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
CA honors ’99 playoff grid squad Sep 9, 2009
Prep football fans in Lawrence County will have a chance not only to cheer for their favorite team in the county, but to show their All-American spirit this Friday. The contest is being dubbed the Red-Blooded American game when Lawrence County hosts its neighbors to the south, Loretto, at Hendrix-Staggs Stadium ... Lawrence County, a District 8-AAA school, bounced back from losses to Columbia Central and Giles County to win 45-7 at Lincoln County last Friday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lions are last ranked team standing in county Sep 9, 2009
Hampshire s Zach Lemire established a school record of 17:45 finishing third behind McEwen s Garrett Mullinicke (17:06) and Lawrence County s A.J. McCroskey (17:44) ... Columbia Central 2, Lawrence County 0: The Lady Lions (1-4, 1-1) scored a pair of second half goals for their initial win of the season ... Lawrence County was limited to only one shot attempt as the Columbia midfield did a good job, according to Columbia coach Zach Kittrell. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lions strike quickly, often Sep 8, 2009
Columbia s 2-0 district mark which includea a victory over Lawrence County, a 45-6 winner at The Pit in Lincoln County Friday, gives them an early edge, though their next foe Shelbyville is also 3-0 after clipping district foe Franklin County 16-13 on Friday. We can t think about Shelbyville now, we have to concentrate on Marshall County, Coach Belew said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Things are starting to look up Sep 5, 2009
The third-ranked Bobcats dropped a heartbreaker at Cookeville in their opener, but they had no problems last week against Lawrence County ... In other games it will be: Shelbyville over Franklin County, Lincoln County over Lawrence County, Franklin over Centennial, Brentwood over Independence, Fairview over East Hickman, Marshall County over Hickman County, Page over Lewis County, Eagleville over Community, Cascade over Forrest, Moore County over MTCS, Perry County over Loretto, Wayne County... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lions, Raiders, Tigers all earn Top 10 rankings Sep 2, 2009
The Lions (2-0) earned their ranking thanks to road wins over Lawrence County and Dickson County. I m real proud of our kids, Belew said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Obituaries, Monday, Aug. 31, 2009 (796) Sep 1, 2009
Leona Elizabeth Powell, 92, Lawrenceville, died at 9 p.m. CDT Friday, Aug. 28, 2009, at Lawrence County Memorial Hospital. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Vincennes, Ind. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Bobcats down rival Lawrence Co. Aug 30, 2009
PULASKI Senior quarterback Bo Wallace threw four touchdowns to lead his Giles County Bobcats to a 34-7 win over Lawrence County in the annual Cowbell Game Friday night ... The Wildcats were forced to punt on their next possession, but a bad snap on the punt attempt gave the Bobcats the ball at the Lawrence County 12-yard line ... Lawrence County answered when senior quarterback Logan Taylor threw an 81-yard pass to senior receiver Rusty Cummings, who made a juggling catch and out ran the Bobcat... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
County rivals reunite in Spring Hill Aug 28, 2009
Central, who survived an upset scare at Lawrence County last week, will try to slow down a Cougar rushing attack that amassed 192 yards in a 34-19 win over Creek Wood. Quarterback Devin Guthrie led the way with 105 yards rushing and two touchdowns, while also completing 2 of 5 passes for 46 yards. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The picks were bad and so is my back Aug 28, 2009
It certainly wasn t easy, but the Lions got the job done last week at Lawrence County ... In other games it will be: Blackman over Lincoln County, Giles County over Lawrence County, Shelbyville over Coffee County, Cookeville over Tullahoma, Centennial over Antioch, Franklin over Christian County (Ky. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Page downs Lady Raiders Aug 26, 2009
Lawrence Co. wins tri-match: Lawrence County (153) edged Columbia Central (156) and Wayne County (160) Tuesday at the Lawrenceburg Country Club. Low medalists were Lawrence County s Kyle Brink (36) and Columbia s Patrick Jones (37) ... In the girls match, Lawrence County s Emily Williams and Columbia s Kelly Merkel had sizzling rounds of 35 and 37 respectively. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lions’ district return ends with hugs Aug 26, 2009
The Lawrence County duo of left-handed quarterback Logan Taylor and versatile back Trent Garland was impressive ... The disappointment was very visible on the face of Martin, who had to be admired for his gallant leadership of the Lawrence County offense against a Columbia defense which has the blend of quickness and size ... Lawrence County has the daunting task of getting back off of the carpet to duel another arch-rival Friday in Giles County. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Volleyball, soccer set to begin Aug 25, 2009
The soccer opener is Monday as Spring Hill hosts Lawrence County. The Hampshire cross country team goes to Clarksville ]S0aturday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Cell phone policies for some area school systems Aug 24, 2009
Students may possess personal communication devices, but the devices must be in the off mode and kept in a backpack or purse and may not be used during school hours. The principal may grant a student permission to use a cell phone. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Central holds off Lawrence Co. Aug 23, 2009
Columbia Central s Geronn Moore (6) looks for an opening during the Lions 21-13 win over Lawrence County Friday in Lawrenceburg. Also pictured are Central s Shaquille Mason (54), Drake Fleming (44) and Kenneth Hughes (78) as well as Lawrence County s Charles Sweeton (72) ... LAWRENCEBURG A pair of three-year starters came through with a defensive stop on the final play of the game to preserve a 21-13 victory for Columbia Central over Lawrence County in its opener Friday at Hendrix-Staggs... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The road to Cookeville begins Aug 21, 2009
Only one of the four matchups is a district contest as Columbia Central will be hitting the road to face Lawrence County ... Columbia Central at Lawrence County: In this renewal of District 8-AAA rivals, the Lions are hoping to continue their recent domination of the Wildcats ... The Lions have not lost to Lawrence County on the gridiron in more than a decade, including a 55-8 victory over the Wildcats in the schools last matchup on Aug. 20, 2004. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Time to hit the lights Aug 14, 2009
The final three varsity contests feature JPII against Lawrence County (6 p.m.), Loretto tangling with Spring Hill and Central squaring off with Mt. Pleasant. The cool thing about (the Columbia Jamboree) is that there is always a lot of people there, said Spring Hill coach Jason Scharsch. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Another Friday full of football scrimmages Aug 8, 2009
The Lions open their regular on Aug. 21 at Lawrence County. Mt. Pleasant, who scrimmaged Lawrence County Tuesday, will face Eagleville on the road in its final scrimmage on Aug. 11. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Yarborough looks forward to season at SE Louisiana Aug 7, 2009
At Southern Miss, true freshmen Kendrick Hardy of Lawrence County at running back, and Franklin County products Jamie Collins at safety and Alex Smith at linebacker are hoping to see some PT (playing time) this season. Of course, there's nothing wrong with being redshirted. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
David Crockett Days slated for August 7-9 Aug 4, 2009
In 1817, he moved to Lawrence County and served as a justice of the peace, a colonel of the militia and as state representative. For more information, contact the park office (931) 762-9408. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Jail fails inspection Jul 29, 2009
Last year, safety violations resulted in the state shuttering the Lawrence County Jail for several months. Some inmates were housed at the Maury County Jail until the violations could be corrected. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Recruits prep for calls from coaches, reporters Jul 26, 2009
" As last week came to a close, two players - West Point defensive back Michael Carr and Yazoo County defensive end Kaleb Eulls - from this season's Dandy Dozen had made non-binding verbal commitments to Mississippi State. The other 10 have yet to announce their college choices. Lawrence County coach Mike Davis went through the process last year with Dandy Dozen running back Kendrick Hardy, who chose Southern Miss over Tennessee shortly before signing day. Now recruiters - and those who follow... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Amish boy found dead in barn Jul 16, 2009
Lawrence County Sheriff s Chief Deputy Terry Beecham said family members found the boy, who was identified as Danny Miller, around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday hanging from bailing wire inside a milking barn. The incident occurred at 62 Grey Road. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Arson ruled out in fatal house fire Jul 15, 2009
Courtesy photo by Howard Johnson of the Lawrence County Advocate. Blaze injures 2 firefighters. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The battle over meth Jul 13, 2009
Lawrence County Sheriff s Chief Deputy Terry Beecham said his department has been more vigilant in dealing with meth manufacturers ... Over the Fourth of July weekend, deputies raided four meth labs, including one in Summertown that proved to be one of the largest in Lawrence County s history, the chief deputy said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Ford shutters Lawrenceburg dealership, costing community 20 jobs Jul 10, 2009
It is certainly not going to put us in the middle of a depression, but we are not happy about it, said Chad Chancellor, chief executive officer of the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce ... A Lawrence County radio station reported employees learned the dealership was closing Wednesday evening, and a security guard was stationed at the car lot to protect the inventory. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Warrant: Inmate tried to set cell on fire Jul 8, 2009
SUMMERTOWN Lawrence County deputies made four meth lab busts over the weekend. According to a press release, deputies had received anonymous tips that people had been running into the woods near 370 North Military Road. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Master magician to close Lawrenceburg’s Liberty Fest Jul 3, 2009
Scott, a native Floridian with family roots in Lawrence County, has been performing for audiences around the country for more than 20 years. The show is more than just entertainment, for it has a message for children and families revealed with wit and warmth. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Area landfill leaking into creek Jul 3, 2009
LAWRENCEBURG A 35-year-old Lawrence County woman was flown to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville with a gunshot wound to the upper torso Wednesday, Chief Deputy Terry Beecham said ... SUMMERTOWN Agents with the Lawrence County Sheriff s Department dismantled a methamphetamine lab that was being operated across the street from an elementary school. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Little League, Babe Ruth district slates set Jun 23, 2009
The 13s are set for Lewisburg with Maury County meeting Lawrence County at 5:30 p.m. followed by Marshall County against Giles County. The 15s are at Pulaski with Maury and Lawrence County at 5:30 p.m. The second game matches Marshall County against Giles ... The 5:30 p.m. first game has Lawrence County clashing with Marshall County. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Miss Liberty Pageant set for June 28 Jun 23, 2009
LAWRENCEBURG The Lawrence County Chapter of the National Association of Junior Auxiliary is hosting a beauty pageant in honor of the Liberty Days celebration. On June 28, at 1, 3, 5 and 7 p.m. at the historic Crockett Theatre girls ranging in ages from 18 months -14 years will have the opportunity to be crowned Miss Tiny Tot Liberty presented by Big Chief s Market, Tiny Miss Liberty presented by GreenBank, Little Miss Liberty presented by Bank of Frankewing or Junior Miss Liberty presented by... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
LCHS star commits Jun 18, 2009
Lawrence County High School s versatile star Jordyn Luffman told the Daily News Journal on Monday during an MTSU team basketball camp that she had decided to play for the Blue Raiders ... Though the style of game that MTSU coach Rick Insell plays is different than the one used at Lawrence County, the adjustment may not be difficult for Luffman. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Growing together Jun 6, 2009
Among those who will speak at this year s event are professors of plant sciences Tom Samples and David Lockwood; Brian Leib, associate professor of biosystems engineering and Wendel Smith, Lawrence County extension agent. More information is available by calling (931) 486-2129 and at local Farmer Co-Ops. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Former officer accused of excessive force Jun 1, 2009
In 2007, Bedsworth was placed on administrative leave with pay by the Lawrence County Sheriff s Department after he shot a fleeing suspect three times. Lawrence County Sheriff Kenny Taylor said in 2007 Bedsworth was trying to arrest a domestic violence suspect when the man sped away and attempted to slam the deputy against the side of a building with his truck ... Lawrence County Chief Deputy Terry Beecham said Bedsworth resigned in 2008 for reasons unconnected with the shooting. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Younger Post 19 team set to begin season May 31, 2009
Other players listed as pitchers are Spring Hill s Phillip Branham, Jake Cartwright and Zack Walton; Columbia Academy s Kerry Workman and Clark Ayers; Columbia Central s David Horne and Matthew Spann plus Drew Stofel, Lawrence County; Dillon Sands, Zach Malone and Blaze Parsons, Richland; Kaleb Pitts, Summertown and Dakota Smith, Collinwood. Catchers are Jake Ray, Columbia Central; James Woody, Spring Hill; Kasin Sanders, Lawrence County and Jacob Wells, Giles County ... Infielders are Kendall... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Eagles’ Long to play for UNA May 31, 2009
Drew Stofel, a four-year baseball starter for Lawrence County High School, has signed to play for Freed-Hardeman University. A 6-foot-4 right-hander, Stofel won a dozen games and fanned 101 batters for coach Mike James Wildcats. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Local briefs: Authorities search for stabbing suspect May 24, 2009
LAWRENCEBURG Two Lawrence County men are accused of stealing more than 85,000 hydrocodone tablets from a pharmaceutical plant in Huntsville, Ala ... Authorities say they found the stolen tablets at Barnett s and Newton s properties in Lawrence County. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Memorial Day Classic set to open tonight May 21, 2009
The 8 p.m. clash has the Lawrence County Wildcats matches with Columbia Jr. Post 19 in a Navy Pool game. Two games are slated Friday and five on Saturday with the final standings determining the match-ups for Sunday s three games. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Nurse faces murder charge May 18, 2009
Lawrence County Sheriff s Department officials did not return phone calls seeking comment on the case ... Hinkle was released April 20 from the Lawrence County Jail on a 25,000 bond, a jail official said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
New case of swine flu detected in Arkansas May 16, 2009
A school-age child was sickened by the virus in Lawrence County ... In both the Saline County and Lawrence County cases, neither person had any contact with Mexico, the supposed epicenter of the virus, Phillips said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Maury, Lawrence counties in line for grants May 6, 2009
Lawrenceburg-Lawrence County Airport also will receive a 12,000 TAD grant which will be used for clearing trees for air space as a protection zone for one of the airport s runways, according to airport chairperson Pat Hudgins ... Lawrence County is among those expected to benefit if ARC approves a 295,000 grant to the Lawrence County Water Storage ... Lawrence County Executive Paul Rosson said the funds would be used to improve existing water service to the western portion of the county... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lawrenceburg Heritage Festival slated May 5, 2009
This year s festival has been expanded to focus on the heritage of Lawrenceburg and Lawrence County ... A Quilt Show and display of antique collectibles reflecting the home is being sponsored by the FCE Clubs of Lawrence County ... The Green Market is an open-air market hosted by the Lawrence County Soil Conservation District in an effort to supply a venue to buy, sell or trade produce and goods from farms, businesses and individuals as well as educate the public on environmental issues in a fun... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
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LAWRENCEBURG Authorities are looking for a Lawrence County jail inmate who has escaped. Lawrence County Sheriff s Department spokeswoman said Michael Looker recently pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after beating his wife and allegedly killing her puppy ... He was being held at the Lawrence County Temporary Jail facility, awaiting transfer to prison, but disappeared Wednesday night. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Wild weather wreaks havoc May 4, 2009
Several trailers were overturned at the Naco Resort, next to the Lawrence County line, he said. Two tornados were reported Friday, one in Lewis County and a second in Giles County, but no injuries were reported. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Districts revamp tourneys May 3, 2009
Coffee County, Columbia Central and Tullahoma will battle for a berth in the championship in Tullahoma, while Lawrence County, Lincoln County and Shelbyville will duel for a title berth in Fayetteville. The site for the championship round will be determined at a later date. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Gunshot victims released from county hospital May 1, 2009
LAWRENCEBURG Exhibitors ranging from the local industrial base to retail shops will be featured at the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce s Business and Industry Expo from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Lawrenceburg Rotary Park. The Expo is designed to give Lawrence County citizens a chance to see and experience the wide range of services available and products being manufactured in Lawrence County ... LAWRENCEBURG A Lawrence County resident was charged with TennCare fraud for selling... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Jones Apparel to close 225 stores Apr 30, 2009
The company also operates distribution facilities in Middle Tennessee including in Wilson County and Lawrence County and supplies a number of area department stores, including Dillard s, Hiecht s and Belks. Jones Apparel (NYSE:JNY) reported flat earnings in the first quarter, with income of $300,000, or break-even on a share basis, compared to year-earlier income of $19. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Eagles fly over Lions in season title game Apr 28, 2009
That winner will play number three Coffee County on Friday along with number four Lincoln County against number five Lawrence County. On Saturday Columbia will catch the Coffee County/Tullahoma/Franklin County winner while Shelbyville meets the Lincoln versus Lawrence victor. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
CSCC offers biotechnology summer camps Apr 19, 2009
Biotechnology summer camps will take place at Columbia State locations from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday during the weeks of June 8 (for Maury County and Marshall County students), June 15 (for Maury County and Giles County students), July 6 (for Lawrence County and Lewis County students) and July 20 (for Lawrence County and Wayne County students). The camps are free of charge to all student participants who complete an application and receive a letter of acceptance. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Wild resigns as Franklin Co. girls coach Apr 10, 2009
Wild coached Moore County to a Class A boys state championship, then did likewise with the girls team at Class A Bradford in West Tennessee before coaching three years at Lawrence County High School. Wild s girls teams at Lawrence County won 80 games losing only 24. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Page takes series opener from Spring Hill Apr 8, 2009
Lawrence County managed only two shots on goal compared to 15 for Columbia. Both saves for the Lions were by Allen Walker who followed Garrett Foster and Kirby White for his turn in the goal. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
