Lawrence County Advocate

06/17/2026

While members of Lawrence County Fire & Rescue rely upon personal floatation devices (PFDs) to bring victims to safety when conducting rescues in all types of water or flooding events, a recent equipment donation will ensure that they can provide the same services for our furry friends.

While members of Lawrence County Fire & Rescue rely upon personal floatation devices (PFDs) to bring victims to safety when conducting rescues in all types of water or flooding events, a recent equipment donation will ensure that they can provide the same services for our fury friends. LCFR members....

06/16/2026

Lawrence County Schools has announced the appointment of Matt Calvert as the new principal of Lawrence County High School.

Lawrence County Schools has announced the appointment of Matt Calvert as the new principal of Lawrence County High School. A highly respected educator and leader, Calvert brings 28 years of experience in public education and a lifelong commitment to serving students, teachers, families and the Lawre...

06/16/2026

Emergency management and public safety officials are preparing for anticipated traffic disruptions associated with a major Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) road resurfacing project on State Route 242 (West Gaines Street) in Lawrenceburg.

Emergency management and public safety officials are preparing for anticipated traffic disruptions associated with a major Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) road resurfacing project on State Route 242 (West Gaines Street) in Lawrenceburg. The project, which is expected to continue over t...

06/12/2026

MS. CHEAP: Want a beautiful yard without spending a fortune? Ms. Cheap shares expert advice from Bates Nursery owner David Bates on how smart planning, proper soil preparation and the right plant choices can help stretch your gardening budget.

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06/11/2026

Experience the "awesome" feeling of driving up to a beautifully lit home that your neighbors will love just as much as you do. Contact Daryl and his expert team at Light TN for a free consultation by visiting lighttn.com.

06/11/2026

A motorcyclist lost his life in a two-vehicle crash on Weakley Creek Road June 4.

A motorcyclist lost his life in a two-vehicle crash on Weakley Creek Road June 4. Preliminary information released by the Tennessee Highway Patrol shows that the crash occurred just before 1 p.m. at the Community Road intersection. Driver Emily Phillips, 26, was traveling eastbound on Weakley Creek....

06/11/2026

Summertown Elementary has announced their list of students who have achieved academic excellence

The following students have earned placement on Summertown Elementary School’s fourth nine-week honor roll of the 2025-26 academic year include. *Denotes All A’s. Third Grade *Maddox Adkisson, *Lia Cranston, *Liam Marks, *Kurrington Williams, *Barrett Flippo, Cooper Brock, Lucas Molina, Lucy Dye...

06/11/2026

Sports on Main Street Episode 52 features Blaine Kellar of Main Street Media joining Maurice Patton to discuss this week’s TSSAA Board of Control meeting, the basketball changes that were enacted and their significance. Sports on Main Street is presented by Tennessee Orthopedic Alliance, Zion Christian Academy, Custom Stone Handlers, Columbia Academy, CPWS Internet, Delta Dental and Piggly Wiggly at Neely's Mill.

06/11/2026

The Lawrence County Advocate Wrap features highlights from this week's edition of your community newspaper, including the tragic news of two fatal wrecks recently in Lawrence County. The Lawrence County Advocate Wrap is sponsored by Bank of Frankewing, Zion Christian Academy, Tennessee Orthopedic Alliance, Columbia Academy and Custom Stone Handlers.