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Rhinegeist Brewery – Cincinnati, Ohio
If you happen to be in Cincinatti, Ohio, one of the hipster places worth seeing is the Rhinegeist Brewery. It is nestled in the Over the Rhine Historic district, and […]
Board Overturns Central Office Zoning Decision
Cheatham County School Board met Monday, September 12, for their monthly board meeting where they were met with a difficult dilemma involving two students, one of which is a senior […]
SOLEMN PRAYER ASSEMBLY
Community churches are reaching out, inviting residents, friends and visitors to attend a Solemn Prayer Assembly on Sunday, October 30, at 3:00 p.m. scheduled to be held on the Cheatham […]
GRADUATION – A MOMENT IN TIME
Graduation – a moment in time bridging today with tomorrow, connecting yesterday to the future. Tomorrow is high school graduation and today I’m asking myself, “Wasn’t it only yesterday my […]
SECOND PRAYER VIGIL WEDNESDAY FOR MAYOR DAVID MCCULLOUGH
MAYOR DAVID MCCULLOUGH IS BATTLING SECOND ROUND OF CANCER, CHEATHAM COUNTY IS PULLNG TOGETHER, LIFTING HIM AND HIS FAMILY IN PRAYER BY ORGANIZING CANDLELIGHT PRAYER VIGILS. A second candlelight […]
BODY OF JAMES MICHAEL THOMAS FOUND IN CHEATHAM COUNTY
James Michael Thomas’ body was found Friday, March 10, 2017 in Cheatham County, Tennessee while detectives were investigating a Homicide-Cold Case. AUTHORITIES SEEKING TIPS. AUTHORITIES ARE SEEKING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE IN […]
DRUG ABUSE CONNECTED TO LOCAL CRIME
News Channel 2 Andy Cordan, met with members of various surrounding special ops units to view the front lines of the war on opioid drug abuse. Lieutenant Shannon Helflin, 22 […]
HENRY “SONNY” LEE PRESSON OBITUARY
HENRY “SONNY” LEE PRESSON, born August 15, 1933, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017, at TriStar Centennial Hospital in Ashland City, Tennessee at the age of 83 years. Mr. Presson, […]
WEEKLY REMINDER FOR CHEATHAM COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
busy week for cheatham county school District! Weekly reminders for March 6-12, 2017 – Mark your calendars! Cheatham County School Board Meeting TONIGHT at 7:00 at Ashland City Elementary […]
PLEASANT VIEW ACCEPTING BID FOR ELECTRICAL WORK
PUBLIC NOTICE: The Town of Pleasant View will be accepting sealed bid proposals for electrical work for lighting at Pleasant View Community Park. Specifications for bidding are outlined below: SCOPE […]
HARDEE’S COMING SOON
Construction is underway for Hardee’s at the corner of Highway 49 and Highway 41 near the main intersection in Pleasant View, Tennessee. The restaurant is estimated to open mid to […]
SHS 2016 Homecoming Court Photo Gallery
Photo Gallery of 2016 Sycamore High School Homecoming Senior Brianna Neal was crowned 2016 Sycamore High School Homecoming Queen during half-time of […]
County Celebrates life of ACES Teacher Lora Stone
Ashland City Elementary School Teacher Lora Stone was celebrated and remembered by her family, friends and community with a Celebration of Life Memorial at ACES on Saturday, September 3, 2016. […]
LEANING WALL CRITICAL ISSUE AT SYCAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Sycamore Middle School has a critical foundation problem causing an exterior wall along the sixth grade hallway to lean outward. Settling of the foundation has caused the wall to pull […]
INAUGURATION BIBLES OF 41 U.S. PRESIDENTS
Inauguration Bibles have been used during 41 of the 45 Presidential Inaugurations when vowing to take oath as President of the United States of America. Following tradition Inauguration Bibles […]
CHEATHAM COUNTY OBITUARIES JANUARY 12-16, 2017
Cheatham News offers condolences to families, friends and loved ones John B. Cushman, Alfred “Lewis” Boyd, Edith Muriel Moore and Helen Ruth Reeder. Obituaries below are provided courtesy of: Austin […]
Lonely with an Invisible Illness
On February 8, 2010, my life was forever changed when I was diagnosed by an invisible illness. In the beginning I was happy to have a diagnosis then the loneliness […]
Two Men Arrested and Charged With Nolensville Homicide
The TBI arrested and charged two men with a New Year’s Eve Nolensville Homicide today. Robert Ward was shot and killed in his home at 9849 Sam Donald Road on […]
PERMITS ISSUED IN PLEASANT VIEW – JANUARY 2017
JANUARY 2017 PLEASANT VIEW PERMITS The following permits were issued during the […]
Are These Hot Items On Your Child’s Christmas List?
What’s on your child’s Christmas list? The ‘Hot’ items of the season or are you left to guess at what’s on the list of the children within your family circle? […]
PUBLIC NOTICES
NOTICE MEETING OF THE BEER BOARD FOR THE TOWN OF PLEASANT VIEW AND PUBLIC HEARING The Beer Board of the Town of Pleasant View will hold a meeting and public […]
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – EXECUTIVE ORDER FOR RELIGIOUS LIBERTY SIGNED BY PRESIDENT TRUMP
“For Your Great Name’s Sake” is the theme for 2017 National Day of Prayer, an annual event inspired by Reverend Billy Graham and signed into law by President Harry Truman […]
Simple Acts of Kindness
“You’re day will go in the direction of your smile”. How intuitive! Smiling is a simple act of kindness, costing nothing, yet possibly changing someone’s day. It’s a choice, each […]
FEBRUARY PERMITS ISSUED IN CHEATHAM COUNTY, TENNESSEE
February Permits issued throughout Cheatham County, collected from Ashland City and Pleasant View, are provided below: ASHLAND CITY – February Permits Issued with Valuation NEW RESIDENTIAL HOME PERMITS PERMIT […]
SUBMIT OBITUARIES TO CHEATHAM NEWS
Submit obituaries to Cheatham News and let us help you provide public notification of your loved ones obituary. Cheatham News obtains obituaries from local funeral homes such as Austin and […]
NANNIE ELLEN WALKER OBITUARY
Nannie Ellen Walker of Pleasant View, Tennessee, born April 23, 1913 in Robertson County, Tennessee, died at her home on March 22, 2017 at the age of 103 years. Funeral […]
Homemade Italian Meatball
There are so many ways to make a good homemade Italian Meatball, and this is a recipe to make a LOT of them and cook them two different ways. Optional […]
Obituary for Frances Long
Frances Juanita Long, age 89, of Pleasant View, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at the home of her great-granddaughter, Kayla. Funeral services will be held at 2 […]
Counselor Helps Student With Loaded Gun
Cheatham County School District is fortunate to have Molly Hudgens, Counselor at Sycamore Middle School. Yesterday, she confidently counseled a troubled student, who awoken with possible intent to harm teachers […]
Counselor Molly Hudgens Heroically Diffuses School Shooting
Cheatham County Sheriff Mike Breedlove confirmed Thursday, September 29, during a joint press conference held with Cheatham County School District Public Relations Officer Tim Adkins, a Sycamore Middle School […]
Cold Weather Moving Into Middle Tennessee
Cold weather moving into to Tennessee tonight but isn’t expected to stay long! While it’s here you’re going to want to pull out the coat, gloves and hats because it’s […]
TRISTAR ASHLAND CITY EMPLOYEES RECOGNIZED
TriStar Ashland City was recently recognized for the highest employee participation in the HCA Hope Fund small facility category. HCA Hope Fund was set up for employees to help each other […]
NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST WEEK MARCH 6-10, 2017
Cheatham County Elementary Schools will be participating in National School Breakfast Week, NEXT WEEK, Monday – Friday, March 6-10. This year’s theme “Take the School Breakfast Challenge” is encouraging parents, […]
TAD CUMMINGS, ABDUCTOR OF ELIZABETH THOMAS, ADDED TO TBI ‘TOP 10 MOST WANTED’
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has added Tad Cummins, of Columbia, to ‘Top 10 Most Wanted’ list for kidnapping 15-Year Old Elizabeth Thomas on Monday, March 13, 2017. Tad Cummins is […]
SHEDDING LIGHT ON AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Acceptance of (ASD) Autism Spectrum Disorder has become more commonplace but there is still a large gap in understanding potential factors for developing autism, possible genetic links and whether or […]
OLYMPICS RECOGNIZE CHEERLEADING AS SPORT
Tuesday, December 6, 2016, the International Olympic Committee officially had the Olympics recognize Cheerleading as a sport! The olympic committee recognized the competitiveness, training, athleticism and popularity the sport has […]
NO SCHOOL TOMORROW FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2017
NO SCHOOL TOMORROW, February 17, 2017 for Cheatham County Schools, including daycares, due to illnesses of teachers and students. Cheatham County Schools will be closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday to sanitize […]
SEAT BELT BILL PULLED FOR A YEAR – PVES STUDENTS ADDRESS SCHOOL BUS SAFETY
Chattanooga Democratic Representative JoAnne Favors seat belt bill has been pulled but could be brought back before lawmakers next year to reconsider. Tennessee is one of 29 states, according to NCSL […]
Follow Us On Apple News!
Cheatham News is pleased to announce that we are now available to you on your Apple News IOS phone application! Click here to find us on the Apple News app or […]
Sycamore Middle School Leaning Structural Wall Needs Repaired
Sycamore Middle School has structural foundation problem causing the ceiling grid to separate from the exterior wall, which is cracking and leaning in an four to six classrooms along […]
2016 HOTTEST YEAR RECORDED
World Meteorological Organization confirms 2016 was the hottest year on record and scientists at NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) agree, according to modern temperature records, which dates back […]
Body Found in Pleasant View
Pleasant View Police Department was called Wednesday morning, August 17, with reports of a man’s body found in a cave within the city limits of Pleasant View off Highway 41-A […]
CAITLYN GILMORE 2017 TSSAA STATE CHAMPION
Cheatham County’s Sycamore High School Senior War Eagle female wrestler, Caitlyn Gilmore, earned a State Championship Title at the TSSAA State Wrestling Championships held February 16-19, 2017 at the Williamson […]
HONORING AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH WITH A SONG
Today may be the last day of Autism Awareness Month 2017 but awareness goes beyond one month a year! In honor Autism Awareness Month 2017, Cheatham County Kids, all children […]
OBITUARY – JOHN HARVEY, JANICE MEADOWS AND GENEVA WALKER
Obituary for John Albert Harvey, Janice Gale Meadows and Geneva Walker. Obituary for John Albert Harvey John Albert Harvey born February 9, 1947, died Thursday, March 2, 2017 at home […]
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE COUNTY’S OLD LINK SCHOOL?
The Cheatham County Diggers will give a presentation on The Old Link School Site during the Cheatham County Historical and Genealogical Association’s Annual Spring Social Meeting. Plan to attend on […]
A Small Town with lots of History
Living in a small town between to larger municipalities means your little town often gets glossed over. When someone asks where you live, it’s often followed by “Where’s Pleasant View?” […]
PUBLIC NOTICES WEEK OF FEBRUARY 13-19, 2017
Pleasant View Board of Mayor and Aldermen adopted the following Ordinance on second and final reading during their regular scheduled meeting held on Tuesday, February 14, 2017: A. ORDINANCE 17-02 […]
History of Columbus Day
Columbus Day, celebrated by Americans on the second Monday of each October, is a federally recognized holiday honoring the infamous Christopher Columbus, his voyages across ‘the ocean blue‘ that led […]
7 EASTER FUN QUESTIONS
7 Easter fun questions have been provided to challenge you and your friends and family. How many can you answer and how many can your friends and family answer? Do […]
JENNIFER CLAIRE DAVIS OBITUARY
Jennifer Claire Davis, born August 17, 1974 died Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Alive Hospice Skyline Madison Campus at the age of 42 years. A celebration of life will be […]
“THE WILLOWS” REVISED PROPOSAL
Developer Bill Hall held a meeting at Pleasant View City Hall to present a revised proposal of The Willows Development on Thursday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m. He called for […]
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY AND MARCHING FOR UNITY NOT HATE
International Women’s Day and The Women’s March are ongoing movements by peaceful organizations committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and the ideals human rights are just that, human rights with no […]
TBI CONFIRMS HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION ONGOING
UPDATE 01/23/2017, 1:33:08 PM – Cheatham News reached out to Cheatham County Sheriff’s Department for an update on the homicide from Saturday, January 21, 2017 on Golf Course Lane. The local sheriff’s […]
KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP
The Cheatham County School District will sponsor Kindergarten Round-Up on April 22, 2017 from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at each elementary school. Kindergarten registration in Cheatham County is an exciting […]
John Bible New School Resource Officer
South cluster schools in Cheatham County has new school resource officer, John Bible and he has started working with Harpeth High School, Harpeth Middle School, Kingston Springs Elementary School and Pegram […]
FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH IN ASHLAND CITY
The Tennessee Highway Patrol reported a motorcycle accident along State Route 49 in Ashland City, Tennessee earlier tonight. The accident took the life of one and another was reported […]
APRIL FOOLS DAY REALLY ON APRIL 1?
April Fools Day is known for the many pranks, tricks and jokes bringing laughter and fun, most the time, on family and friends. It’s a day the pranksters in our […]
HAROLD WAYNE PRITCHETT OBITUARY
Harold Wayne Pritchett, retired veteran of the United States Navy, born September 11, 1936, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at the age of 80 years at his home in […]
62+ YARD SALES THIS WEEKEND
Yard Sales this weekend, Saturday, April 8 from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for the Pleasant View Annual City Wide Yard Sale event! The city is expecting approximately 62 yard […]
School Board Members To Decide Curtis’ Contract
Director of Schools Dr. Stan Curtis’ contract with Cheatham County School District will expire in March of 2017 but board members could make a decision whether or not to renew […]
School board approves $350,000.00 to retain bus drivers
Dr. Stan Curtis, Director of Schools, ask the board to reconsider using $350,000.00 from the Fund Balance to help in retaining bus drivers. Monday, October 6, at their monthly board […]
Fort Campbell Solider Struck By Vehicle Dies In Pleasant View
Fort Campbell Soldier E-4 Specialist Austin McGeough, 21-year old, stationed for the last 17-months at Clarksville’s Fort Campbell Army Base was struck by a vehicle, Saturday, October 15, around 4:00 a.m. […]
TBI TOP 10 FUGITIVE ARRESTED IN KNOXVILLE
Jereme Dannuel Little, 41 year-old fugitive listed on Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s ‘Top 10 Most Wanted’ was arrested Monday morning, January 23, 2017 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Little was added […]
School District Employees Recognized
Employees from each school are recognized each month for their outstanding performance. September employees recognized during Cheatham County Board of Education Board Meeting on Monday, October 3, included: ACES […]
SEVERE STORM THREAT, POSSIBLE TORNADOS WEDNESDAY
SEVERE STORM THREAT TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017 IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS THROUGH EARLY AFTERNOON. Many southerns ponder whether March will come in like a lion or lamb…I’d say, […]
Proposed Pleasant View Development Meeting
PUBLIC NOTICE A town hall-style meeting will be held at the Town of Pleasant View City Hall on Thursday, January 19th, at 6:30 p.m. Proposed development on Pleasant View Road […]
ASHLAND CITY HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION ONGOING
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE 1/23/2017, 1:09:15 AM – Cheatham County Sheriff’s Department and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation continue to investigate a homicide happening Saturday, January 21, along the 1000 block of Golf Course Lane […]
Jackson Webb seeking Eagle Scout Badge
Local Boy Scout, Jackson Webb is seeking his Eagle Scout Merit Badge. He volunteered to donate his time and build twelve birdhouses for Pleasant View Community Park. On Monday, September […]
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION WEEK OF APRIL 17-21, 2017
The Cheatham County School District will sponsor Kindergarten Registration Week April 17-21 and the Kindergarten Round-Up on April 22, 2017. Children must be 5-years-old on or before August 15 in […]
Sheriff Mike Breedlove Accused Of Violating Privacy Laws
Cheatham County Sheriff Mike Breedlove accused of breaking HIPAA Privacy Laws after a recent post published on the Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office official Facebook Page on Friday, December 2, 2016. […]
ROBERT RYAN LEE OBITUARY
Robert Ryan Lee, born January 9, 1923 in Rutherford County, Tennessee passed on March 31, 2017 surrounded by his loving family and dear friends. Robert Ryan Lee was preceded in […]
WORLD WAR ONE 100TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE POPPY SEED PACKETS
Local Veteran Commander Harold Hodges with Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 6181, announces a Special 100th Anniversary World War One Commemoration- “The Buddy Poppy has been the VFW’s most familiar […]
Turn The Clock Back An Hour
Daylight Savings Photo created with Photofy App by Tonya Steele www.cheathamnews.com
Explosion of Alabama Pipelines Could Impact Tennessee
Tennessee residents and motorists could be impacted again by the Colonial Pipeline explosion that happened on Monday, October 31, in Alabama. Increased costs at the pumps is expected in the […]
Expired! ENDANGERED CHILD ALERT – LILLYANNA AND RYDER BENEKE
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued a Endangered Child Alert, Tuesday, February 14, 2017 with Cheatham County Sheriff’s Department for Lillyanna and Ryder Beneke. Cheatham County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed LILLYANNA BENEKE and […]
Sergeant Michael Foust Named 2016 Deputy Of The Year
Cheatham County Sergeant Michael Foust was recognized as 2016 Deputy of the Year on Friday, December 16, during the Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office second annual Christmas gathering. On Monday, […]
REPORT CARD DAY
Report Card Day! Remember the anxiety of hoping your grades were good, if they weren’t, worrying what coaches, parents or even grandparents would say? Oh the dreaded…YOU’RE GROUNDED until you […]
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER – MARCH 3, 2017
World Day of Prayer is an annual celebration, on the first Friday of March, where women around the world affirm their faith in Jesus. The initiative is to encourage women […]
JOHN HIX, JR. OBITUARY
John Hix, Jr., born March 22, 1937, of Pleasant View, died at his home one Monday, March 13th, 2017 at the age of 79 years. Memorial services will be held […]
RARE DISEASE DAY 2017
RARE DISEASE DAY 2017 brings awareness to approximately 30 million Americans living with one, or more of the estimated 7000 rare diseases, statistically equivalent to 10%, or 1 in 10 […]
DETECTIVES CHARGE 90 WITH DRUGS AND PROSTITUTION IN NASHVILLE
Precinct based undercover detectives in Metro-Davidson County charge 90 this past week with primarily drugs and prostitution in Nashville communities. Staying informed about Cheatham County’s neighboring communities promotes awareness. […]
SHS HOLDS GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE CLUB MEETING
Wednesday morning, prior to the start of school, approximately five Sycamore High School students attended the first GSA – Gay Straight Alliance Club meeting. Sycamore is the second school in […]
CHEATHAM NEWS WEEKLY OBITUARIES
Cheatham News Obituaries for Friday, December 16, 2016, shared by Cheatham County Funeral Home. Denney Valentin, 56, passed away on December 14, 2016. A memorial visitation honoring Denney’s memory was […]
F. STEPHEN (STEVE) HARPER
F. Stephen (Steve) Harper, born March 30, 1927, passed peacefully on February 6, 2017 at the age of 89 years. He is a veteran of the United States Army and […]
ARE YOU SHARING THE FLU?
FLU SEASON has hit Middle Tennessee in full swing! Everywhere you turn someone is sick or you’re hearing reports of large numbers of people within the community, schools or work […]
IT’S THAT TIME…BASKETBALL SEASON IN CHEATHAM COUNTY
High School Basketball Game Schedule for Sycamore High, Cheatham Central High and Harpeth High Schools. In honor of the late Cheatham County Basketball Legend Pat Head Summitt, Cheatham News would like to […]
CELEBRATING ACT SCORES AT HARPETH HIGH SCHOOL
The ACT is one of the most important tests in a high school student’s career. At Harpeth High School, students who make a 30 or above on the national […]
SONYA RENE’ ELLIOTT OBITUARY
SONYA RENE’ ELLIOTT, born October 12, 1966, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 50 years. She is a […]
JENNIFER HAMBLIN ELECTED CHAIR OF REPUBLICAN PARTY OF CHEATHAM COUNTY
Jennifer Hamblin was elected Chairman of the Republican Party of Cheatham County and John LouAllen Vice-Chairman on Saturday, March 18, 2017 during the biennial reorganization meeting. Hamblin replaces Gary Binkley […]
ROBERT HAMLIN OBITUARY
ROBERT HAMLIN, born June 11, 1924, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Vantage Point Village in Ashland City, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 92 […]
GROUNDHOG DAY CHATTANOOGA CHUCK PREDICTS EARLY SPRING
CHATTANOOGA CHUCK, Tennessee’s official groundhog didn’t see his shadow predicting spring is on the way! Chattanooga Chuck resides at the Tennessee Aquarium and is famous for performing with the infamous […]
INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS SEEK SECOND CHANCE
We Stay Free, Inc., is a registered 5013c Charity, transition housing facility assisting incarcerated men and women after their release from prison, offering support and guidance while transitioning back into […]
Cheatham News Announces Big Change For 2017
Cheatham News is excited to announce, since launching in October, traffic following has continued to steadily increase! Cheatham News will be offering more to its communities and followers in the […]
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY REPLACES COLUMBUS DAY
Indigenous People’s Day has grown in popularity as a replacement for Columbus Day but according to historians Columbus Day has been celebrated since the early 18th century. Indigenous People’s […]
SECOND ANNUAL RIVER & ROOTS FESTIVAL RESCHEDULED
The Second Annual River & Roots Festival Postponed from tomorrow, Saturday, April 22, 2017 and rescheduled for Saturday, May 13, 2017! The festival has been postponed due to the weather […]
Sara “Peg” Jackson Morris Obituary
Sara “Peg” Jackson Morris also known as Sara Leota “Peg or Peggy” Jackson Morris, of Ashland City, Tennessee passed away on April 20, 2017, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee […]
TOP 3 FINALISTS SELECTED FOR DIRECTOR OF SCHOOLS
Cheatham County School Board held interviews for the Cheatham County Director of Schools position on Monday, April 3 and Tuesday, April 4, 2017. Six potential candidates were interviewed, including two […]
UPDATE ON AT&T SERVICE OUTAGES
UPDATE-A wide spread AT&T service outages was reported early Wednesday, April 5, 2017. AT&T Global Media Relations, Tennessee and Kentucky Senior Public Relations Manager Cathy Lewandowski has provided the following […]
COUGAR CONFIRMED IN TENNESSEE
Cougar, the largest predatory carnivores feline animal in North America, has been confirmed to be roaming the lands of Tennessee by the TWRA, Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency. The feline […]
MARCH BLEW IN LIKE A LION
MARCH roared in with early morning storms, definitely blowing the month in like a lion! Hopefully March will leave quietly like the lamb but if you know the old wives […]
OBITUARY MARY LUCY DYCE
Mary Lucy Dyce, age 87, of Smyrna, died Wednesday, January 25th, 2017 at the StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, Tennessee. Mrs. Dyce was born October 27, 1929 in Cheatham County, […]
SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT LOOKING FOR JUVENILE
Cheatham County Sheriff’s office needs help locating 17 year old RYAN ANTHONY LEGON According to Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office Website http://cheathamcountysheriff.net/wordpress/ RYAN ANTHONY LEGON, age […]
JOHN NEUENSCHWANDER MURDERED ON GOLF COURSE LANE
CHEATHAM COUNTY MURDER – Saturday, January 21, 2017 around 12:00 p.m. Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office received a call requesting a welfare check of John Neunenswander because he had not been […]
Cheatham County Obituary or Obituaries for December 16-30, 2016
Obituaries from Austin-Bell Funeral Home and Cheatham County Funeral Home shared for December 16-30, 2016. CURRENT AND/OR PENDING OBITUARIES DECEMBER 30, 2016: JAMES “JR” ROGERS Arrangements are pending with Austin-Bell Funeral Home […]
Cheatham News Is HIRING!
Cheatham News is hiring and seeking five motivated reporters to join the Cheatham News family! Reporters will be provided an innovative compensation structure and terrific flexibility. Person(s) hired will have a […]
HEROIN LINKED TO CRIME AND SPIKES IN OVERDOSES
“Heroin is taking up 80 to 90 percent of our time. Everything we are dealing with now is related to heroin,” Cheatham County Detective Ken Miller told WKRN News 2 […]
PLEASANT VIEW CELEBRATING 20 YEARS WITH BIRTHDAY BASH
Ladies and gentlemen, y’all never believe, Pleasant View will celebrate 20 years in October with a Birthday Bash along Main Street. It’ll begin Saturday morning, October 22, at 8:00 a.m. […]
AUTISM AND VACCINES – IS THERE A CONNECTION?
Autism Spectrum Disorder, increased number of administered vaccines, federal law and controversy on the autism, vaccine connection continues to be divided by perception and opinion of society, government and medical […]
Guidance Counselor Molly Hudgens Recognized As Community Hero
Sycamore Middle School Guidance Counselor Molly Hudgens was recognized by Cheatham County School District Monday, December 5, 2016, during the Cheatham County School Board Meeting. Her bravery and efforts in […]
TENNESSEE AMBER ALERT FOR TRINITY FAITH QUINN – CANCELED
UPDATE TENNESSEE AMBER ALERT FOR TRINITY FAITH QUINN CANCELED – SUSPECT IN CUSTODY. QUINN has been found and Daniel Aaron Clark, 28, has been arrested. Both are in the custody […]
JUDY CAROL WILLIAMS OBITUARY
JUDY CAROL WILLIAMS, born February 25, 1957, passed Tuesday, February 21, 2017, at her home in Ashland City, Tennessee at the age of 59 years She was a homemaker, mother, […]
TENNESSEE ISSUES PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY ABOUT FENTANYL
The fentanyl drug used legally to treat extreme pain has been found mixed with other drugs in the illegal drug market and its killing people. Tennessee Department of Health has […]
DONNIE JORDAN SWORN IN AS ACTING CHEATHAM COUNTY MAYOR
Cheatham County Commission Chair Donnie Jordan was sworn in as acting Cheatham County Mayor on Friday, April 7, 2017 during an emergency special called meeting held at the Cheatham County […]
PLEASANT VIEW VETERANS MEMORIAL DEDICATION Slideshow
Pleasant View Veterans Memorial Dedication was held on Friday, November 11, 2016, at Pleasant View Community Park. This was a great day for our Veterans and Pleasant View and our […]
WRESTLERS HEADED TO STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Twelve of the qualifying Cheatham County School’s district wrestlers competed in the Region 3-A/AA Tournament, held this past Saturday, February 11, 2017 and advanced to the upcoming State Championship scheduled […]
LENT – A 40 DAY EASTER TRADITION
LENT is a Easter tradition practiced amongst several church denominations worldwide lasting six weeks or 40 days prior to Easter Sunday. The six weeks of holiness is the […]
BID PROPOSALS FOR LIGHTING EQUIPMENT AT PARK ACCEPTED NOW
PUBLIC NOTICE: The Town of Pleasant View will be accepting sealed bid proposals for lighting equipment for Pleasant View Community Park. Specifications for bidding are outlined below: Equipment to consist […]
Honoring Cheatham County Veterans
Come on out to honor Veterans who serve to protect our country and freedoms! Veterans Day Parade tomorrow, Sunday, November 6, 2016 @ 2:00 p.m. in Ashland City, Tennessee. […]
AT&T SERVICE OUTAGES WIDE SPREAD
A wide spread AT&T service outage was reported early Wednesday, April 5, 2017. AT&T hasn’t released an explanation for the outages and is unable to give a definitive answer to […]
Who Will Replace Director of Schools Dr. Stan Curtis?
Cheatham County Director of Schools, Dr. Stan Curtis’s contract, interim director and director of schools search will be discussed during a Special Called Meeting, Thursday, October 27, at 5:30 p.m. […]
PLEASANT VIEW WRECK – NO ONE INJURED
PLEASANT VIEW WRECK ON Friday, January 27, shortly after 3:00 p.m. motorist hits a pole on Pleasant View Main Street. Photos capture the bizarre occurrence. Instead of the car just […]
SYCAMORE GUIDANCE COUNSELOR NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
MOLLY HUDGENS, Sycamore Middle School Counselor in Cheatham County, Tennessee, was awarded the 2017 Citizen Honor Award by The Congressional Medal of Honor Society on Saturday, March 25, 2017 on […]
Director of Schools Dr. Stan Curtis Terminated
Cheatham County Director of Schools Dr. Stan Curtis was terminated from his position on Wednesday, October 26, at a ‘Special Called Meeting’ that was held by the Cheatham County School […]
DIRECTOR OF SCHOOLS DR. STAN CURTIS ASKED TO RESIGN
Cheatham County Director of School’s Dr. Stan Curtis has been asked to resign after a unanimous vote, by school board members, to seek his immediate resignation. All six board members […]
November Employees Of The Month
November Employees of the Month were recognized by Cheatham County School Board during their monthly board meeting on Monday, December 5, 2016. November Employees of the Month were recognized for […]
The Willows Development Request Withdrawn From Agenda
The Willows development, a potential 105 housing unit, proposed by local developer Bill Hall, was withdrawn from Pleasant View Planning Commission’s Agenda on Tuesday, November 22, after many local residents […]
SEAT BELT BILL PULLED FOR A YEAR – PVES STUDENTS ADDRESS SCHOOL BUS SAFETY
Chattanooga Democratic Representative JoAnne Favors seat belt bill has been pulled but could be brought back before lawmakers next year to reconsider. Tennessee is one of 29 states, according to NCSL […]
See You At The Pole Prayer Event
‘See You At The Pole’ was recognized on Wednesday, September 28, and students around the globe gathered at their flagpoles, prior to the start of the school day, to pray for […]
CHEATHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL JUNIOR BETA CLUB
CHEATHAM COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL students were recently inducted into the middle school’s Junior Beta Club. The school’s club motto is – “Let Us Lead by Serving Others” Members of […]
RODNEY WAYNE BELLAMY SR. OBITUARY
Rodney Wayne Bellamy Sr., born February 2, 1949, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017 at 68 years of age. Rodney was born in San Diego, California to Lee Emerson […]
David McCullough – Beloved Husband, Father, Pastor and Mayor Passes on April 18, 2017
David McCullough, Cheatham County Mayor and Pastor of Cedar Hill Church in Pegram, Tennessee, was born in the City of Cavite, Philippines on October 28, 1962 and passed on Tuesday, […]
RUBY NICKENS OBITUARY
RUBY NICKENS, (Ruby Jewel Nickens) born July 17, 1950 passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at her home at the age of 66 years. Mrs. Nickens worked at Lakeview Market […]
Donald Trump Elected President of the United States of America
Donald Trump elected President of the United States of America defeats 30-year politician Hillary Clinton. President Trump promises to make America great again. “America will not settle for anything less […]
PVES ANNUAL BEDTIME STORY NIGHT
PLEASANT VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL held their annual Bedtime Story Night Tuesday, January 24, 2017. Dressed in their pajamas, community leaders read books to the students. Pleasant View Elementary School Principal […]
EARLY VOTING – Every Vote Counts
EARLY VOTING STARTS TODAY for the State & Federal and General Election Early voting period: Wednesday, October 19 through November 3, 2016 Locations, dates and times will vary. Check […]
SCHOOL DIRECTOR CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS AND INTEGRITY OF BOARD QUESTIONED
Board members of Cheatham County Schools are optimistic the newly elected director of schools Dr. Catherine Beck can bring unity to a school district and board that has had their integrity, […]
Mayor Perry Keenan Seeks Second Term As Mayor
Pleasant View Mayor Perry Keenan signed the petition to run for a second term as Mayor on Tuesday, May 24 at the Cheatham County Election Commission Office in Ashland […]
Russia Threatens War If Clinton Wins Election
Warnings are surfacing claiming Americans must vote for Donald Trump in November’s upcoming election or face war by Vladimir Zhirinovsky, an ultra-nationalist ally of Russian leader Vladimir Putin. He alleged […]
BOARD MEMBER ACCUSED OF ULTERIOR MOTIVE AGAINST SHS WRESTLING
Jennifer Hamblin, Cheatham County School Board Member, has been accused of having ulterior motives against the Sycamore High School Wrestling Team. On Thursday, February 3, Hamblin attended a wrestling meet […]
1 KILLED, 1 CRITICALLY INJURED IN MOTORCYLE CRASH IN CHEATHAM COUNTY
Carmon Pete Wilson, age 58, from Ashland City was killed in a motorcycle crash along State Route Highway 49 in Ashland City, Cheatham County, Tennessee on Friday, April 14, 2017. […]
JERRY CANNON OBITUARY
Jerry Cannon, (Jerry Eugene Cannon) born August 20, 1935 peacefully passed away at home on February 9, 2017 at 81 years of age. Mr. Cannon was a member of Ashland […]
BRINKLEY AND BATSON CANDIDATES FOR DIRECTOR OF SCHOOLS
Cheatham County School District Interim Director Stacy Brinkley and Dr. Beth Batson, Supervisor of Human Resources, Student Services and Policy have been selected as two of the six semifinal candidates […]
Mary Littleton Re-elected
Republican politician Mary Littleton representing District 78 of the Tennessee State House of Representative was re-elected on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Littleton was first elected on January 8, 2013. She […]
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE MEETS FOREIGN LANGUAGE GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
Tennessee passes sign language bill that would allow public school students to take ASL, American Sign Language, as a secondary language option, earning the required credits for foreign language requirements for […]
TORNADOS POSSIBLE WITH SEVERE STORMS TODAY
Strong to severe thunderstorms with the potential for tornados are expected to move through Tennessee this afternoon into the evening. These storms have the potential to produce hail, damaging winds […]
COUPLE CHARGED IN 2016 CHEATHAM COUNTY MURDER
A murder investigation by Special Agents with Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Cheatham County Deputies has led to the arrest of a Fairview Couple for the murder of Gregory Jonathan […]
CONSEQUENCES OF UNDERAGE DRINKING TOWN HALL MEETING
Underage drinking consequences will be discussed tonight, March 9, 2017 at Cheatham County Central High School in the theater. Tonight’s event is hosted by Cheatham County Community Enhancement Coalition. Underage […]
CANDLELIGHT PRAYER VIGIL FOR MAYOR DAVID MCCULLOUGH
A Candlelight prayer vigil for Mayor David McCullough has been scheduled for Monday, February 20, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. on the Cheatham County Courthouse lawn. It has been requested to […]
2016-2017 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR
The Cheatham County School District has named three exceptional educators as the 2016-2017 District Wide Teachers of the Year. Nominations are accepted from all schools and then one teacher is […]
Developer Bill Hall’s Lot Size Variance Request Denied
Developer Bill Hall’s lot size variance request was denied Monday, December 6, at Pleasant View Board of Zoning and Appeals meeting for the proposed planned residential unit development, The Willows. […]
SEPTEMBER CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Approximately 15,780 children ages 0-19 will receive a cancer diagnosis before September Childhood Cancer Awareness month next year according to American Cancer Society. Cancer, a word no one wants to […]
PRE-K REGISTRATION BEGINS WEEK OF APRIL 17, 2017
The Cheatham County School District will start registering students in its Pre-K program for the 2017-2018 school year the week of April 17. Children who turn 4-years-old on or before […]
TODAY IS NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY
National Siblings Day, known also as Siblings Day, is a nationally recognized day to honor brothers and sisters observed on the 10th day of April each year. In honor of […]
AMBER LOCKE SEEKS TO COMPLETE TERM LIMIT OF MAYOR
Amber Locke, Director of Administration for the office of Cheatham County Mayor, has decided to submit an application to the Legislative body to complete Mayor David McCullough’s term as mayor. […]
SECOND ANNUAL RIVER & ROOTS FESTIVAL APRIL 22, 2107
The Town of Ashland City will hold its Second Annual River & Roots Festival on April 22, 2017 at Riverbluff Park from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Second Annual […]
TORNADO WATCH AND WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
A Winter Weather Advisory and Tornado Watch is in effect for Middle Tennessee, Saturday, December 16 through Sunday morning December 17, 2016. The National Weather Service issued a weather […]
CHONDA PIERCE PERFORMING AT CCCHS IN APRIL
Chonda Pierce, a 1978 Cheatham County Central High School Graduate and one of the country’s top-selling female comedians, is scheduled to perform once more at CCCHS Second Annual Steak Dinner […]
SKELETAL REMAINS NEAR PLEASANT VIEW – INVESTIGATION CONTINUES
CHEATHAM NEWS, 01/24/2017, 1:35:10 PM, continues to follow an ongoing investigation by TBI and Robertson County Sheriff’s Department of skeletal remains found in or around a wooded area off Interstate 24, Exit […]
SWEZEY’S PUB OPEN FOR BUSINESS IN PLEASANT VIEW
Swezey’s Pub, located at 254 Village Square, Suite 100 is now open for business with a menu consisting of culinary specialties by owner and chef, Mike Swezey, former nine year […]
Top 4 Options on National Espresso Day
National Espresso Day this year is on November 23, 2016! CIAO Amici! So many of us in America have a small appreciation for a properly prepared espresso. I can say […]
FLU, STREP & VIRUSES RAGING IN SCHOOLS
The Cheatham County School District issued a statement last week stating there has been an increase in illnesses amongst students, faculty and staff. Most are experiencing symptoms leading to diagnoses […]
Corporal Punishment Remains In School Policy
Corporal punishment remains legal in Tennessee but Cheatham County School principals have essentially eliminated it as a means of discipline rendering cause for board members to discuss whether to keep […]
Cheatham County Cruise-In 2017
Get ready for the 3rd year for the Cheatham County Cruise-In 2017. It’s is becoming the People’s Choice of cruise In’s . There will be cruisers coming from all around. […]
INTERIM DIRECTOR STACY BRINKLEY COULD APPLY FOR DIRECTOR
Cheatham County School Board approved a motion that would allow Interim Director of Schools Stacy Brinkley to apply for the director of schools position. Prior to the board meeting school […]
HISTORY OF NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS AND NEW BEGINNINGS
New Year celebrations to reign in a New Year with various religious customs, traditions and superstitions have followed many generations of tribes, civilizations, religious organizations and governments around the world; […]
PICK UP REPORT CARDS FRIDAY, MAY 26TH
Report Cards can be picked up on Friday, May 26, between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. If unable to pick up report cards, send a stamped self-addressed envelope to your […]
Cheatham News Wishes You A Happy Thanksgiving
Following a turbulent and divisive election year, this Thanksgiving, lets remember as we sit around our tables with family and friends, the words of Sarah Josepha Hall, the “Mother of […]
Madison Nichols Wins Shakespeare Monologue Competition
Congratulations Cheatham County High School Student Madison Nichols, Winner of the Shakespeare Monologue Competition! The competition was held in the theater at Cheatham County Central High School on January 13, […]
The Media Got Donald Trump Elected President Of The United States
It may be possible that the Media got Donald Trump elected as President of the United States or were at least on par with many other significant factors. Over the past […]
Carrigan Scores 19-Point Buck
Matt Carringan, Special Education/Life-Skills Teacher and Assistant Baseball and Football Coach at Sycamore High School, scored a 19-Point Buck using a Mission Ballistic Bow on Sunday, September 18, 2016, […]
CHEATHAM COUNTY EVENTS 2017- MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Cheatham County events are listed below, provided by a representative of the event, for your convenience to plan for the upcoming months! Events are listed below with more information provided […]
Cheatham County Schools CLOSED
Cheatham County Schools CLOSED today, Monday, January 9, 2017. Daycare and central office will be operating on snow schedule. Cheatham County Schools decided to close schools because many backroads throughout […]
CRIME INVESTIGATORS SEEK PUBLIC ASSISTANCE
Public’s Assistance Sought in Identifying Hit & Run Driver Involved in Fatal Crash December 18, 2016 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Crash Investigators need the public’s assistance locating the driver of a […]
JANICE FAYE BALTHROP DOUGLAS OBITUARY
Janice Faye Balthrop Douglas of Pleasant View, born April 14, 1949 died March 31, 2017 at Signature Health Care in Clarksville, Tennessee at the age of 67 years. Funeral services […]
OBITUARY FOR GENA BETH BIGGS
Obituary for Gena Beth Biggs Gena Beth Biggs, age 52, born in Laredo, Texas on April 17, 1964, passed away Monday, January 30, 2017. She was a 1982 Cheatham County […]
BAG OF NAILS PARABLE
There once was a boy with a very bad temper. The boy’s father wanted to teach him a lesson, so he game him a bag of nails and told him that every […]
Former Treasurer Henrietta Volunteer Fire Department Arrested
Jon Michael Pace of Ashland City, Tennessee, former Treasurer of the Henrietta Volunteer Fire Department, was arrested today, Friday, January 13, 2017 on charges of theft. Ten days prior […]
SYCAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL WRESTLING – LUKE LONDON MEDALS
Luke London, Sycamore Middle School Wrestling team member earns his first gold medal at his first AAU Wrestling Tournament Saturday, December 10, 2016, coached by Wayne Camper. London is the […]
THE HISTORY OF THE OLD LINK SCHOOL SITE, THOMASVILLE, TENNESSEE
The Cheatham County Diggers will give a presentation on The Old Link School Site during the Cheatham County Historical and Genealogical Association’s Annual Spring Social Meeting. Plan to attend on […]
We Stay Free, Inc. Special Appeal Hearing Set
We Stay Free, Inc., has a Special Exception Appeal Hearing set for September 22, 2016, in Robertson County, www.robertsoncountytn.org, regarding the housing of previously incarcerated individuals being assimilated back into […]
Friday Night Lights Football
Cheatham County Football! Time for Friday Night Lights! All teams have had good seasons, fought hard and represented their schools well. fdThe bands have wowed their fans, working hard to […]
Tell Us Your Cheatham News Story
Tell us your cheatham news story! We are looking for interesting stories from around the county. Examples of things we would love to know: Breaking Local News Local Businesses You […]
Perry Keenan Elected Mayor
Mayor Perry Keenan re-elected to serve Pleasant View. Electoral votes as follows: Early Vote Totals: Perry Keenan 860 Danny Rediker 523 Election Day Vote Totals: Perry […]
School Resource Officers In All Schools Considered
Cheatham County Sheriff Mike Breedlove and Cheatham County School Resource Officer Chris Gilmore addressed county commissioners to address and provide improvements with the School Resource Officer Program in the 2016-2017 […]
August Fogs Predicts Winter Snowfalls
Did ya’ know…the number of morning fogs in August each year is said to predict the number of snows to expect during the upcoming winter. A family tradition we’ve […]
Are you listening?
There is so much noise raging in society today, distractions at every turn, less time to focus and even less time to listen to what’s most important. Although this […]
SYCAMORE HIGH SCHOOL ANNUAL PIG DIG
Sycamore High School students taking criminal justice are participating in the annual “Pig Dig” this week. The “Pig Dig” was started several years ago to incorporate a hands on realistic […]
THREE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS HIRED FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Deputies Jeff Key, Allie Chapman and Steven Wright have accepted positions as SROs, School Resource Officers, for Cheatham County School District’s three middle schools, Cheatham Middle School, Harpeth Middle School […]
DIRECTORY OF CHURCHES IN CHEATHAM COUNTY, TENNESSEE
Ashland City, Chapmansboro, Kingston Springs, Pleasant View and Pegram in Cheatham County, Tennessee Are you or your family looking for a church to call home? Cheatham County has several […]
SENIOR ADVICE FOR THE CLASS OF 2017
What would you tell a senior who will be graduating in just a few short months? Seniors, soon to be graduates of the Class of 2017, will close a chapter […]
JEANNE KAY BREWER OBITUARY
Jeanne Kay Brewer, born September 25, 1953, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, March 13, 2017, in Ashland City, Tennessee at the age of 63 years. Jeanne Kay […]
7-0 VOTE APPROVES ZONING FOR “THE WILLOWS” DEVELOPMENT
The Willows, the planned residential unit development proposed by developer Bill Hall, was granted rezoning approval after a 7-0 vote, Tuesday, December 27, at the Pleasant View Planning Commission meeting. […]
ASPEN GROVE PROPOSED SUBDIVISON DEVELOPMENT
Aspen Grove, subdivision development with 168 homes off Pleasant View Road and Boat Factory Road has been proposed by Developer Bill Hall. If approved construction is expected to begin […]
Republican Diane Black Re-elected
Republican politician Diane Black re-elected to represent the Tennessee Congressional District 6, United States Representative. She has represented District 6 of Tennessee since 2011. Black led the election with […]
Teen Driver Safety Week
The Tennessee Governor’s Highway Safety Office partners with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to raise awareness that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15-19 years old. […]
TRAPPED DOGS RESCUED BY PLEASANT VIEW FIREFIGHTERS
PLEASANT VIEW VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Monday, January 23, 2017 heroically saved two dogs trapped inside the garage of a burning home and with the assistance of Cheatham County Emergency Services, […]
School Employees Insurance Significantly Increases
Five Points Insurance Company based out of Franklin, Tennessee met with board members to discuss employee insurance policies. The State of Tennessee has decided not to continue the GAP program […]
