Pigs Are Flying In Centerville, Tennessee

I must be dreaming. But, I just saw in the October 10, 2011 edition of the Hickman County Times that the residents of Centerville Tennessee voted to allow a package liquor store to open. Knowing the history of Centerville, it surprises me, but I thought that there was a chance that it could happen.

Let me say that I don't drink and I have seen the problems that liquor can cause families - from broken homes to car wrecks. But, I am not going to argue that it shouldn't be allowed. Because I believe that a responsible adult should be allowed to drink in his own home as long as it is not harming someone else.

There is the problem. It seems that when some people drink, they think they are indestructible and that they can drive.

What surprises me is that only 19.6% voted and it passed with 71% (351 voters) of those voting; 29% (144 voters) voted no. It amazes that no more than that voted. That is another topic for another day.

But, for today, lets just say that the devil needs a coat.

Quilt Show, Car Show, Banana Pudding Festival, Oh My!

This is the weekend for the Centerville In The Fall Car Show, The Quilt Show, and the Banana Pudding Festival in Centerville in Hickman County in Tennessee. Each of these events have their own websites or Facebook pages where you can find out all the information. Check them out.

http://bananapuddingfest.org/

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=155602921125692

http://www.hickmanco.org/component/content/article/186-hickman-co-quilt-show

I will be there at the various activities throughout the day. If you see me, say hello.

Hickman County, Tennessee - The Place To Be!

The Centerville, TN square is the place to be Saturday, September 10th starting at 10:00 a.m. The annual Grinder's Switch Music and Arts Festival promises to be bigger and better this year. Most of the booth spaces have been rented, however there are a few remaining. There will be plenty of music throughout the day. There will also be plenty of food that should satisfy any appetite. For more information, you can contact the Hickman County Chamber of Commerce at (931) 729-5774 or visit their website http://www.hickmanco.org for information aboujt all of the upcoming events.

Drew Luckett Memorial Golf Tournament

The ninth annual Drew Luckett Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, August 20, 2011 at the Skyview Country Club in Centerville, TN.. Tee off is at 8:00. The proceeds go to a scholarship for a Hickman County Student.

Spaghetti Supper to Support Hickman County Bulldogs

Come meet the players and Coach Rewis! The Hickman County Bulldog Quarterback Club is hosting a spaghetti supper on August 18, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $6.00 per person and can be purchased at the door. The supper is being held in the Hickman County High School cafeteria in Centerville, Tennessee and will help the quarterback club provide meals for the Bulldog football players prior to the games. Come on out and show your support the Bulldogs.

Good Morning, Hickman County TN Students!

The Hickman County Tennessee School Board has made a few changes to the school calendar this year. The Hickman County Schools in Centerville and Lyles will begin on Friday, August 5, 2011. This is a change because usually the first day is only a 1/2 day. This year it is a full day.

Students will not get a fall break as they usually do, but instead will be off the entire week of Thanksgiving. They will only get two days for spring break instead of the whole week. This is to allow more instruction time before the standardized TCAP test that the students are required to take each year. To view the entire school year calendar, you can visit the Hickman County Schools website.

Banana Pudding Festival In Centerville, TN

The date has been set for the Hickman County's Banana Pudding Festival has been set. It will be held October 1, 2011 at the Grinder's Switch Ag Pavilion just outside of Centerville. Last year was the first year of what I hope will be many for the festival. Someone estimated that over 3,000 people attended the event.

Last year's event coincided with the Car Show and the Quilt show. I have not heard whether they all will be on the same day or not. However, it makes sense if they do. It provides a chance for a lot of tourists to visit Hickman County.

I will keep you informed and maybe it won't be too long, before I find out.