Toone


Nestled in the rolling hills of northern Hardeman County, the town of Toone was once home to the Chickasaw Indian tribe.

The first Europeans began to arrive by flatboats from the Hatchie River as early as 1725. By 1830, enough settlers had constructed homesteads in the area to qualify for inclusion in that year’s census. With the coming of the Illinois Central Railroad in 1856, businesses began to spring up near around the settlement to include general stores, a flour mill, the Toone Academy, a hotel and a brick manufacturing operation. Many of the existing buildings today were constructed of that “home grown” brick.

During the Civil War, Toone served as an encampment for Union soldiers and was the setting for one brief skirmish for control of the rail line.

Today, Toone is home to Kilgore Flares Company which develops pyrotechnic devices for the Department of Defense.

Upcoming Events

November 12, 2024

Planning Commission Meeting Notice

The Hardeman County Planning Commission will meet at 4 p.m. on November 12, 2024 at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd floor, 100 N. Main St., Bolivar. Public is invited to attend.

November 12, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Notice

The Hardeman County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 5 p.m. on November 12, 2024 at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd floor, 100 N. Main St., Bolivar. Public is invited to attend.

December 24 - 26, 2024

Courthouse Closed

Hardeman County Courthouse will be closed December 24th -26th for Christmas. Wishing you a blessed and Merry Christmas!!

January 21, 2025

Meeting Notice

Hardeman County Commissioners will meet 7 p.m. on January 21, 2025 at the Hardeman County Courthouse, 2nd floor, 100 N. Main St., Bolivar. Public is invited to attend.