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  • Joined: February 25, 2026
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Fred Hillis Jr, 70

Fred Hillis Jr, 70, of Cowan, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at his residence. He was born in McMinnville on Dec. 29, 1955, to the late Fred and Shirley (Garner) Hillis. Before his retirement, Fred worked as a painter. He loved listening to country music, as well as line-dancing and karaoke. An avid Dallas Cowboys fan, Fred always enjoyed watching and cheering for his favorite team. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Fred is survived by his loving sister, Debbie Smith; uncles, Jerry Garner, George Garner, and Albert Garner; and aunts, Sheila Reeves and Connie Culbertson.

Legal precedent favors Hatfield

W hile Sheriff Tyler Hatfield does not know yet the final result of his lawsuit asking to be placed on the August General Election ballot, he explained the reason that Judge Cox responded so quickly to his petition. “There is precedent for this. He (Cox) was involved in the 2006 case of Parker v Bedford County.”

Moore County EMS recognized for excellence

M oore County EMS has been awarded the 2026 Tennessee Ambulance Service Association (TASA) Bob Thomas ALS Service of the Year Award. The award is given for professionalism and exceptional service during the preceding year. It was awarded at the recent state TASA Conference.

Jail renovations to go out for bid

S heriff Tyler Hatfield and engineer Tim Little of OLG Engineering spoke to the Metro Council at February’s council meeting regarding the proposed renovations at the Sheriff ’s Office and jail. The plans have been in the works for almost a year, and have been reviewed by both the Tennessee Corrections Institute and the State Fire Marshall’s office to assure compliance with state regulations.