April 8, 2026
News
Columbia State Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List
C olumbia State Community College is pleased to announce that 664 students were named to the dean’s list for earning academic honors during the Fall 2025 semester. “Students who achieve academic excellence at this level are to be lauded for their achievement,” said Dr. Janet F. Smith, Columbia State president. “They are maintaining a high level of academic performance while managing multiple obligations that for some may include jobs, families and extra-curricular activities. That takes an outstanding level of commitment to achieve.”
2025 Conservation Farmer of the Year – Amanda Collins
Each year, the Marshall County Soil & Water Conservation District recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to conservation of natural resources on their land. The district is proud to announce Amanda Collins as the 2025 Marshall County Conservation Farmer of the Year. This award is part of a state program sponsored by the Tennessee Association of Conservation Districts with the cooperation of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and Marshall County SWCD.
Walker awarded Quilt of Valor
On March 3, 2026, Kenneth Walker was presented a Quilt of Valor for his service in the U.S. Army from 1969-1971. The presentation took place at The Quilting Squares Quilt Shop, located at 1276 Lewisburg Pike in Franklin. The quilt was made by the Scrappy Chicks of Columbia, Tenn. who also hosted the presentation.
Sawyer & Lane Co. Children’s Boutique is a ‘sweet, stylist’ shop for kids
F ayetteville’s newest newborn and children’s clothing store — held its grand opening in January where owners and sisters-in-law Baleigh Smith and Daisy Smith transformed the 817 Mulberry Avenue building into a “sweet, stylist boutique.” Located minutes from the downtown square in Fayetteville, Sawyer & Lane Co. carries thoughtfully selected clothing from newborns to big kids’ size 12, accessories, gifts and more.
Land Transfers
2/22/2026 – 2/28/2026 D FH Crescent LLC to Thomas Michael & Rebecca Catherine Davis, Pyles Station S/D, Lot 24, $581,436; Chase Brewer to Brianna Ashley Bevilacqua, Richard Hill Addition, 1.05 Acres, Dist 3, $360,000; CK General Partnership, Cody Steven Nash & Kara Beth Nash to Jeremy Williams Jr & Britni Davis, 3077 Nashville Highway, Dist 2, $212,500; Trenton & Laura Ulveling to Stephanie Ann Arroyo, Spring Creek Farms S/D, Lot 102, $365,000; Keith & Meri Bigham to Jethro S Wanner, Luke Horst, Bernetta Horst, Peter Horst, Sara Horst-John Barnes Road, Dist 5, $1,100,000; Hannah Leverette to Stacy Luna, Church Street, Dist 5, $73,000; Lennar Homes of Tennessee LLC to Victor Silva Toledo Rocha & Gabriela Montesuma Rocha, Spring Valley Estates, Lot 14, $372,140; Vanessa & Gregory Allen Hayes II to Kinley Harber, Ashton Heights S/D, Lot 13, $349,900; D R Horton Inc to Lisa Marie Thaxton, Saddle Trace Townhomes S/D, Lot 20, $239,990; Daniel R Porter to Jerry Lee Devlin, Edde Roberts C Survey, Lot 2, Dist 8, $367,500; Lennar Homes of Tennessee LLC to Jocelyne & Yuseth Garcia, Spring Valley Estates, Lot 10, $379,740; Taylor Raye Fleet & Juan Moises Pinesa to Daniel M Haman, Verona Road, Lots 1, 2, 4, TRACT-Lot 3, $425,000; D R Horton Inc to Mark & Yuen Doris Berry, Kings Landing, Lot 102, $199,990; Bruce Elliott Clark to Isaiah Kalania De Dios & Sevaun Minasvand, River Forest S/D, Lot 97, $352,500; DFH Crescent LLC to Patricia Ann & Edward Charles Lysyczyn, Pyles Station S/D, Lot 38, $519,990; Jason & Mary Dariel Haislip to David Brian & Starlith Marie Mc-Adams, Glengary S/D, Lot 205, $257,000.
Police Blotter
Suspicious Subject O n Feb. 6, deputies responded to Old Berlin Road in regards to a suspicious subject in the area. The subject was later identified as Larry Newsom. Newsom created concern at two houses by knocking doors and had abnormal behavior.
Legislation expands E-Verify requirements to address undocumented workers
Legislative Update from Senator Joey Hensley, MD A nother measure, part of the ‘IMMIGRATION 2026’ legislative package, advanced this week to enhance enforcement of Tennessee’s employment verification laws, ensuring no illegal immigrants employed in Tennessee can slip through the cracks.
Cornersville Lady Bulldogs Regional Runners Up
O n Wednesday, March 4, the Cornersville Lady Bulldogs competed against their same district rivals, the Richland Lady Raiders, in the regional tournament championship. It was a championship worthy game to be sure! The game was a back and forth competition from beginning to end. Both teams were suffocating on defense, which led to a low scoring game, but took nothing away from the excitement. Both teams were patient on offense as they methodically looked for the best way to break the other team›s defense and score. Foul trouble haunted the Lady Dawgs early as they put the Raiders on the line several times. Luckily, the Lady Raiders were a little off on the free throws for the night. At the end of the first half, the Dawgs were trailing by a score of 19-12.
Get a sign
H aving your house number clearly visible ensures that emergency responders can find you quickly when every second counts. A reflective sign with the house number can be purchased from the South Marshall Fire Department for $20. Orders can be placed by emailing: smfd50@gmail.com Or contact Matt Fox at 931625-1093 A volunteer fireman can install the sign if requested.
Oliver Announces Candidacy for Marshall County Sheriff
Editor’s Note: The Marshall County Post will publish candidate announcements and photos as we receive them and as space allows before the July 30, 2026, edition. The election is on Aug. 6, 2026. The photo needs to be only a photo of the candidate. Announcements should be no longer than 500 words and emailed to: pblackburn@ themarshallcountypost. com.