Johnny Shaw's Legacy of Service and Voice | Memphis News

After 26 years in Tennessee’s State House, Rep. Johnny Shaw is stepping down—but his story isn’t ending. At 84, he’s still broadcasting from his two radio stations in Bolivar, preaching faith, fighting for his community, and proving that service knows no retirement. A trailblazer as Tennessee’s first African-American rural lawmaker, he’s proud of economic wins like the mega-site that brought big business to Hardeman County. His voice, once rejected for commercials, now echoes through the halls of state government and the airwaves—earning him a spot in the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame this July. Faith, grit, and a relentless commitment to people remain his guiding stars. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/17c290ddb67a0003