The Lewis County Schools’ Summer Feeding Program is now serving meals weekdays. No fee or registration is required and any child up to age 18 may obtain a free meal. Breakfast and lunch will be served at the Elementary School Cafeteria on a drive-thru or walk-up basis from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. There will be no meals served on Monday, July 5, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The program will continue through Friday, July 9. For more information, call (931) 796-3486.

The Nashville Predators and American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive event Tuesday, June 15. The bloodmobile will be parked at the Hohenwald Church of Christ on Park Avenue South from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. that afternoon. To schedule an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter code preds19. All donors will receive a free Pred and Red Cross foam puck and be entered to win a Red Cross branded puck signed by a Preds player at each location.

The South Central Beekeeper Club will meet Tuesday, June 15. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the conference room of the Hohenwald Housing Authority on Allison Avenue. The club meets the third Tuesday of each month and all interested parties are invited to attend.

A Practical Nursing Information Session for a course to become a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology will be held Thursday, June 17. There will be two sessions with the first beginning at 9:00 a.m. and the second at 1:00 p.m. at the school on West Main Street. Those attending should be prepared to pay a $40.00 exam fee. For more information about the session or course, call (931) 796-5351.

The South Central Human Resource Agency Restructuring Committee will meet Thursday, June 17. The meeting will be at Puckett’s at 11:00 a.m. For more information, call (931) 433-7182.

The Lewis County Senior Citizens Center will host a Picking and Grinning event Saturday, June 19. The fun starts at 6:00 p.m. with Ronnie Howell and Friends performing. You don’t have to be a senior to attend, everyone is welcome and donations are appreciated.

The Hohenwald City Council will meet in a Special Called Meeting in City Hall. The meeting will be in City Hall at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 22. The budget, budget amendment, rezoning of property and financial plan resolution are on the agenda along with a Public Hearing. The meeting is open to the public.

The Lewis County Election Commission is scheduled to meet Tuesday, June 22. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Election Commission Office on Smith Avenue inside the War Memorial Building.

The City of Hohenwald will hold a public meeting to discuss the completed Community Development Block Grant Water Rehabilitation Project. The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 23, in City Hall. Any parties with comments are encouraged to attend.

The South Central Human Resource Agency Policy Council and Executive Committee will meet Thursday, June 24. The meeting will begin at 11:00 a.m. in the Central Office on Winchester Highway in Fayetteville. Committees will meet prior to the Policy Council meeting at 10:00 a.m. For more information, call (931) 433-7182.

The Lewis County Public Library will present a free concert as part of its 2021 Summer Reading Program. Sail On, a Beach Boys Tribute Band will perform the band’s classic hits at the City Parking Lot Friday, July 2. A variety of family activities will begin at 5:30 p.m. that afternoon with the concert starting at 7:30 p.m. A number of vendors will be on hand serving food and refreshments. The event is co-sponsored by The Friends of The Lewis County Library and Archives and The City of Hohenwald.

The Annual Oak Grove Fish Fry has been canceled this year because of concerns about the pandemic and short supplies. Organizers hope to hold the event again next year.

The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce will present its third Friday Night Block Party from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 9. Live music will be featured at the free event in the Lot at the corner of Maple and Linden. Those attending are asked to bring along lawn chairs to enjoy the entertainment.

The Jack Keltner Memorial Horse Show sponsored by the Summertown Saddle and Bridle Club will be held Saturday, September 11. The event will feature more than two dozen classes and begin at 5:00 p.m. at the club on Saddle Bridle Club Circle. Admission is $ 2.00 per person with children two and under admitted free. Cost to enter is $ 3.00 per person, per class. Concessions will be available. For more information, call (931) 964-3111.

The Lewis County Health Department is offering walk-in options for individuals to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. People age 16 and up are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Individuals seeking a COVID-19 vaccine can schedule an appointment at vaccinate.tn.gov or visit the Lewis County Health Department for a walk-in appointment. Appointments are still available but not required. The Lewis County Health Department is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:00 a.m. to-3:30 p.m. and Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for COVID-19 vaccine administration. For questions, individuals can call the Lewis County Health Department hotline at 931-490-8312.

Covid 19 Vaccinations are also available free of charge at the Walmart pharmacy. The vaccine is available to those currently qualified under Tennessee’s phase plan. An appointment is required and can be made online at www.walmart.com.

The Tennessee Recovery Project provides free resource connections for residents impacted by Covid-19. Resources available include short-term supportive counseling, referrals for community resources, emotional wellness, coping skills and more. The project is administered locally by Centerstone. For more information, call (931) 796-5916 or (888) 460-4351.