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In the waning months of 1954, the city of Lawrenceburg was busy replacing the old iron bridge on Old Waynesboro Road near the entrance to David Crockett State Park. In its place, they were erecting one of three new modern … Continue reading →

The lot was home to a timber-frame saloon and pool hall in the 1890s—one of many such seedy establishments that dotted the Square before Lawrenceburg voted to go “dry” in the early 20th century. But, after that burned, a brick … Continue reading →

Why did the commercial focus of Lawrenceburg suddenly shift from North Military Street to North Locust Street in the early 20th century? The history of one iconic Lawrence County building will tell us. Its story is the story of the … Continue reading →

A secret society’s meeting place, a silent movie theater, a performance hall, and a pool hall all under the same roof in downtown Lawrenceburg? That’s part of the colorful past of the Gallaher Building, on the east side of the … Continue reading →

Thanks to the Lawrence County Public Library for sharing this photo with us! It shows the 1945 Loretto High School football team. Do you see anyone that you recognize? Coach John Pechonick, Managers Billy Drew Whitfield (on left) and Jack … Continue reading →

Was this grave in Appleton Cemetery disturbed by graverobbers 85 years ago? The answer is, yes, it probably was, although to this day, no one knows why. For at least three weeks in the autumn of 1930, the Appleton community … Continue reading →

Did you know that the first Tennessean to be killed in World War II was from Lawrence County? Private Leland V. Beasley was a 1936 graduate of Loretto High School. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus Beasley, Leland joined … Continue reading →

Did you know that Lawrence County High School’s award-winning Big Gold Machine marching band turns 87 this year? The first band program at LCHS was organized in 1929 by band director Harold Kellogg. Many local businesses contributed to the creation … Continue reading →

On Sunday, April 24, Deerfield Baptist Church in western Lawrence County will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a special service and a groundbreaking ceremony for its new sanctuary. Deerfield Baptist was organized as a Missionary Baptist Church in 1916 by … Continue reading →

This sweet little lady is said to have killed an enemy soldier during the Civil War. How did she do it? The answer will give you new respect for a humble kitchen utensil. William M. Kimbrough and Sarah Dearing Kimbrough … Continue reading →