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Embattled council unable to pay bills By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com GILT EDGE – Last Friday’s special called board meeting was supposed to appoint a new recorder and alderman to replace former Gilt Edge Mayor Philip Nelson and recorder Jeff Hunter who both recently resigned. The meeting, called by then vice-mayor and Gilt Edge Fire Chief Steve Fletcher,

instead left a lot of questions unanswered and an entire agenda, save for one task, incomplete. Gilt Edge citizens who filled the trailer that serves as City Hall, left with more questions than answers. The meeting, which as was well attended, was scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. but instead started 10 minutes late. Even so, the entire process was con-

cluded in 18 minutes. Hunter, who resigned on Sunday, Jan. 15, said his duties as recorder conflicted too much with duties at his place of business as well as time spent with his family. He was not sighted at the meeting. “For the salary I am receiving, it has come to the point where it is not worth the effort to devote any more time to this position,” his resignation letter

stated. Former Mayor Phillip Nelson, who has been the mayor since the death of mayor Wayne Sloan in 2010, cited in his resignation letter problems with other aldermen as his reason for resigning. “The fact that there is one alderman that only shows up 50 percent of the time and another who sees no future for our community unless that

future involves the fire department exclusively has made all my time and effort worthless,” Nelson wrote. The council, which normally seats three alderman and a recorder, was attended by Alderman Rodney McLillie and Vice-Mayor/Alderman Steve Fletcher. City Attorney Lyle Jones was also in attendance. Before the meeting began, SEE BILLS, PAGE A3

Covington safeguarding public funds By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com In an effort to ensure the strictest accountability, the City of Covington recently adopted a resolution on Jan. 24 to formalize their internal financial control policy which had been in effect for several years. “We’ve actually had safeguards in place for several years now,” said Covington Mayor David Gordon. “But the resolution will help us reduce our insurance costs because we have a formal adopted resolution.” The resolution provides clear instructions to city officers and employees in the proper management, handling and safeguarding of public funds. The policy details the procedures that are to be followed beginning with the accountant who is responsible for opening all incoming mail and stamping “For Deposit Only” on checks immediately upon receipt. A check list must also be prepared listing all checks and payments received. After the amount is computed and signed by the accountant, the funds are verified by the accounting clerk. The policy also calls for a daily collection report to be prepared by each employee who receives any cash payment summarizing all collections. Additional security checks also require the money to be counted and signed each time the funds change hands and the money must be deposited within three days of receipt. “We take in taxpayer money and we are responsible for that money and every step of the way we need to make sure that the money that comes in, goes to what it’s designated to take care of,” explained Gordon when asked of the policy’s importance. Safeguards are also observed when the city must pay its bills. City checks are required to be signed by two people approved by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The accountant is who tasked with reconciling bank statements is not authorized to sign checks. The safeguards extend to the city’s credit card use. Statements are reviewed by several people, including those who are not authorized to use the cards to verify the legitimacy of the charges. Anyone who uses a city credit card must be authorized by the city’s governing

EASY RIDERS Rylee White, right, and Terrance Miller, both 3, take advantage of some unseasonably warm weather Wednesday afternoon by riding their tricycles around at the Krayola Learning Academy in Covington. The high for the day was 65 degrees and similarly mild temperatures are expected through the weekend. Photo by Jeff Ireland

Suspect in Heaston murder freed Victim’s family seeking answers, closure in August shooting By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com COVINGTON – A grieving mother said she was disturbed to know the man accused in her son’s murder was released from jail two weeks ago. The case never made it to trial. “It was heartbreaking to know that someone that was accused of a deadly crime was turned loose to be back out on the street,” said Teresa Smith. Smith’s son, Darius “Dee Dee” Heaston, was shot on Friday, Aug. 19, 2011 in Covington’s Frazier Park. He died the following morning at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis (MED). Witnesses placed Tony Dewayne Davis at the scene, stating he was seen firing a weapon on Long Street, and he was charged with

shooting the 20-year-old. Affidavits show Davis, 29, was also charged with reckless endangerment, unlawful possession of a weapon and attempted second-degree murder in the shooting of Tedrick Dunn. Dunn was not seriously injured. Davis, of Mason, was being held on $250,000 bond. A hearing in General Sessions Court on Jan. 18 set him free, however. District Attorney General Mike Dunavant said witnesses could not positively identify the suspect and hearsay was all the police had to go on. Covington police, however, believe they have enough evidence for a conviction. Smith, who found out Davis was out of jail through Davis’s family members, never thought the case wouldn’t go to trial. She was also upset that she was not informed about Davis’s release. “No one notified me that it was even going on,” she said. “I don’t know what to think. I feel like one day, if justice isn’t served here, it will

Teresa Smith, whose son Darius Heaston was shot and killed in Covington’s Frazier Park in August 2011, participates in a Stop the Violence in September 2011. Courtesy photo be served on the other side.” While she will not say for certain she believes Davis to be the one responsible, Smith is urging the public to come forward with information that may convict the person who took her son’s life. “I know people have information. SEE FREE, PAGE A3

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By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com It has long been touted that transparency in government is the right of every citizen. Transparency implies accountability, openness and communication between the American people and the people they elect and entrust the public welfare. President Barack Obama stated in his 2012

State of the Union address that, “Government should be transparent. Transparency promotes accountability and provides information for citizens about what their government is doing. Information maintained by the federal government is a national asset.” The same goes for state and local governments. Citizens have the right to know and should know

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mismanagement of public funds which have recently plagued the City of Southaven, Miss. Southaven Mayor Greg Davis has been accused of improperly charging more than $170,000 in taxpayer money on his city-issued credit card for vacations, liquor, high-priced dinners and a visit to an adult store in Canada. He is currently SEE PAY, PAGE A3

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Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: This week we are continuing a new bimonthly feature called Q&A. Through this feature we hope to help you get to know your neighbors, government officials and others in the community. This week we get to know Tipton County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Deputy Chief Donna Turner.

Q: When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? A: A veterinarian. I was raised on a farm and showed cows. We drove tractors, planted crops â&#x20AC;Ś hay, corn, beans. We always had a garden so I was always outside more than I was inside. I had a love for animals. I was taught an appreciation for animals early on. I always had pets and continue to have pets. I always thought I wanted to be a veterinarian. Q: What do you like to do in your spare time? A: Sailing. I have a motorcycle. Anything outside. I like to camp. Q: What kind of an emotional toll does dealing with difficult cases take on you? A: I think everybody in law enforcement, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had my share of bad cases, they do affect you, but they also mold you into what you do on this job. After some of those cases, and wanting

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to solve them, and to help people, and to just answer the question why, led me to my love of crime scenes. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why my emphasis is on blood spatter interpretation and crime scene photography and interviewing and interrogation. Some of those experiences are things you wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want anybody else to have to experience. In law enforcement itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an everyday thing that can happen, so it actually molded me into focusing on the area that I love: criminal investigations and solving the case. Being fair, no matter who it is, but working the case just like it was one of my relatives that were robbed or killed or something else. That actually helped form my eagerness to be thorough and do things right. Q: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it like being a woman in a profession that primarily includes

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men? A: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never been easy, but I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want it to be easy. I think part of those challenges, number one being a female, you kind of stand out where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not one of the guys so you do stand out. That stressed that you go by the rules and you do things right, and I always wanted to do the best being the minority in my field, which has made me strive to know the correct way to do things and to do it right. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s had its challenges. I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a calling whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a male or a female. It certainly wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t what I anticipated doing, but I think it was truly a calling and the doors opened up. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been fortunate to have people who have supported me to make the steps that I needed to make. What I have achieved in law enforcement has been through hard work and other people giving me a

Q: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the biggest different between working for the TBI and the sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office? A: Jurisdictionally, obviously, because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in one county. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in a different role here where I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t specifically do the field investigations a lot. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll conduct some, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more of an administrative position. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actually a change of hat from TBI to coming here. It was a step up, a different step in my career. I was fortunate that Sheriff Chumley gave me that opportunity and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very thankful for him giving me that chance. I think its something, with TBI, there was a different array of things that had already happened and it was more of support called in to help local agencies, which was nice because you got to know officers from across the state. You knew how a smaller department could handle a case just as well as a larger department, because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basically the same in theory. It just comes down to doing it correctly, legally, ethically, and I think my morals and my standards help me do that because I wanted to hold others to that candle. - Jeff Ireland

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Continued from A1 Fletcher asked that Holly McDowell serve as recorder pro tempore to take the minutes.

Fletcher, serving as vicemayor, began the meeting with the first order of business to accept the letters of resignation of the former mayor and recorder. “I make a motion we accept the resignation of Philip Nelson and declare a vacancy of mayor and alderman,” said Fletcher, which was approved by McLillie. Entered into the minutes were the resignation letters of Nelson, Huffman and a copy of an opinion written by UT’s Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) regarding the fire chief position. Next, Fletcher asked City Attorney Jones what the procedure would be to fill the vacant mayor’s position. “I want to confirm with our city attorney with a vacancy in the mayor’s office, the vice mayor becomes mayor?” asked Fletcher. “That is correct,” responded Jones. “Ok, so I’m mayor,” declared Fletcher. Fletcher then said he wanted to address a few question of Jones regarding accusations made in Nelson’s resignation letter. “In Mayor Nelson’s resignation letter he stated, ‘I have no other choice but to resign my position due to the abuse of power, unethical activity and possible illegal activity of some members of this body’…. Has there been any complaints of ethics violations made to you?” “There has been no formal complaints made to me,” said Jones. “Based on the conversation that you have had with former or current council members is there anything that you have found that may constitute an ethical violation?” asked Fletcher. “I’ve looked and considered some, done some research and I’ve found nothing that would cause me to institute a formal investigation,” answered Jones.

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the Mississippi State Auditor’s Office. The City of Covington also believes in transparency and fulfilled The Leader’s request for a listing of the salaries for all city employees. It is the right of taxpayers to know what city employees are being paid when their salaries are paid with taxpayers money. The City’s annual payroll is just over $5.6 million dollars. Its 176 city employees earn between $15,080 and $62,899.20 a year, with the average salary being approximately $33,182. It might surprise some to learn that Covington’s top official is not its top wage earner. That designation belongs to Police Chief Bennie Carver who earns $62,899.20 a year

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Continued from A1 If you have any kind of heart, why would you hold any kind of information that would solve a case? What if it was your child that was in the graveyard like mine is?” Smith said detectives have told her the murder case is still an ongoing investigation. Davis’s release doesn’t mean he still cannot be charged in Heaston’s murder. “It’s very hard knowing that the killer’s still out there and other people’s lives are at stake,” said Smith. “That gun that killed my baby is going to kill someone else. It’s out walking around with a body and a mind with no conscience.” Persons with information in the shooting death of Darius “Dee Dee” Heaston are asked to contact the Covington Police Department at 901-475-1261.

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“Based on your conversations that you have had with formal or current council members is there anything you’re aware of that could be considered an illegal act?” “At this point, I want to preface that the word illegal implies criminal activity and I have no basis whatsoever to believe there have been criminal activities,” said Jones. Fletcher than asked, “Are you aware based on your conversation with current or former city council members or city recorder of any instances that would be considered an abuse of power?” “What I think you are speaking about is the propriety or the legality or correctness of the fire chief serving as the vice mayor and city council,” said Jones. “In that specific area, there hasn’t been an allegations raised.” The next item on the agenda was the appointment of an alderman to fill the reminder of the term but that could not be completed. “The only person that I could say that I would be willing, or agreed to appoint without getting some further input from the citizens at this time would be Neal Hunter,” said McLillie. “He does have the background with the city of Munford and he does live in our city.” When asked if Hunter was present or if McLillie had spoken to Hunter about serving, McLillie responded no. Fletcher than countered with his recommendations. “My personal thoughts on this would be to fall back to someone else who ran in the previous election or someone who had previous served on the council,” said Fletcher. “Dalton Huffman ran in a previous election and only lost by two votes. Billy Flemming, had also served previously on the council.” Neither name seemed to sit well with McLillie who told Fletcher he felt they should wait until the next regularly scheduled board meeting. for managing the city’s 38 police officers. In fact, there are five city employees who earn more annually than the mayor of Covington. The next highest salary belongs to Covington Fire Chief Jerry Craig who’s paid $62,358 annually or just under $30 an hour according to a 40hour work-week. Public Works Director Robert M. Simpson brings home $60,840; Water Quality Division head Harvey Wilson earns $60,195 and newly appointed Recorder/Treasurer Tina Dunn earns $59,800 annually. Mayor David Gordon is the sixth highest paid employee and earns $55,000 or $21.63 an hour for being the city’s leader. Other department head salaries include Covington Park and Recreation Director Amy Payne who earns $53,040, Municipal Airport Manager Robin Anderson at $47,840 and GIS Coordinator Gregory Engstrand earns $45,614. Also on the payroll are

“I think we should wait until we talk to each individual about this and talk to the citizens and get some input,” said McLillie. The next items in front of the board was the appointment of a vice mayor, which was also delayed due to the non-appointment of an alderman, and the appointment of a recorder. Fletcher explained that when a recorder needed to be replaced in the past, the mayor was permitted to advertise the position in The Leader for two weeks. The mayor would then conduct interviews of the applicants and make a recommendation to the board. “I’m open to what you would like to do,” said Fletcher to McLillie after explaining the process. “As long as it follows our charter I don’t have a problem with it,” responded McLillie. Fletcher then made a motion to authorize himself to place an ad in The Leader seeking a recorder, which was seconded by McLillie and unanimously approved by both. The next item of business was the authorized of addition and removal of signatures from all city bank accounts. “As it stands right now, the city can’t pay our bills,” said Fletcher to McLillie. “So if we’re not going to appoint someone else to take the position of vicemayor tonight, we need to make the authorization to put you on the city’s bank accounts so we can pay our bills.” In a surprised and apparently unexpected move to the mayor, McLillie refused. “At this time, I’m not ready to do that,” said McLillie. “I prefer that we hold that to the 14th as well.” “If we continue on to February we will have a number of bills which are overdue and the city can’t function and do business. If you are not willing to serve on that right now, would it be out of line to ask the city attorney to serve as a signature for the bank accounts?” asked Fletcher.

“I believe that would raise a potential conflict of interest, Mr. Mayor,” replied Jones. “So if Councilman McLillie is not able to do this tonight, what do you suggest that we do in order that the city can pay the bills?” Jones replied that the city’s hands were tied and it would have to wait until the Feb. 14 meeting. Fletcher asked McLillie to reconsider his decision but he again refused. “You have two weeks regarding late fees,” said McLillie. “I don’t think they will be that bad.” The next item in front of the board was to address the conflict in regards to Fletcher serving as vicemayor, now mayor and fire chief for Gilt Edge. “Basically, I’ve reviewed the MTAS opinion and in my legal opinion the analysis done by MTAS was a little bit shallow and not complete,” explained Jones. In a letter given to the council, Jones wrote, “No person has yet posited a scenario where the fire chief’s right, duties or obligations conflict with the rights, duties or obligations of a City Commissioner.” He did tell the board that he does see a potential conflict of interest if the mayor serves as the fire chief, given the fact that the fire chief works for the city board. Fletcher agreed that he could see a potential conflict with him serving as mayor and fire chief. “I will address that further at the next meeting,” said Fletcher. With that said the board then adjourned until the next regularly schedule meeting, which will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m.

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So, Naifeh doesn’t like redistricting? I read with some amusement a couple of weeks ago that “speaker emeritus” Jimmy Naifeh did not like the Republican’s redistricting plan that goes into effect this year. I am sure he especially does not like the District 81 plan that consolidates all of Tipton County into one district, undoing the gerrymandering he led in 2002 that split the County, carved in the very Democratic Haywood County, and thus saving his political hide. Before 2002, all of Tipton County was part of District 81, but after three J IM H ARDIN close races between 1994 and 2000, it was clear to Naifeh that the growth of Tipton County was becoming too Republican for him. Atoka was voting 70 percent Republican and it was growing more Republican in Munford, Brighton and many other areas in South Tipton County. The then Speaker Naifeh simply fixed the district to help assure his victory. It almost did not work as Tony Lopez in 2002 defeated Naifeh in what was left of Tipton County in District 81. Haywood saved his political neck. Republicans came within just over 400 votes of defeating Naifeh in 2010, but again Haywood came through for him by around 1,000 votes, which was half of what he used to get in Haywood, but still enough to squeak him into his back bench in a Republican-controlled State House. To be fair, Republicans in Texas did the same thing a few years ago, and where they drew districts outside natural geographic boundaries that made better sense, I say shame on them too. I suppose it’s the hypocrisy of it all that bothers me the most. When it suited him, Naifeh gerrymandered the district and split a County that really needed to unite. He chose Haywood County for its large African-American population and older Roosevelt era farmers who could be reliably counted on to vote Democrat. I don’t believe Naifeh was concerned about the people of Haywood County, he just wanted their lock-step vote. In fact, over the last 10 years, Haywood County has suffered one of the worst unemployment rates, one of the highest dropout rates, and other socioeconomic ills in the State of Tennessee. Perhaps that’s why he lost over 1,000 votes he typically could count on in 2010. In fairness, much of that would have happened, no matter who was in Nashville. In a market society where people are free to choose, state politicians have modest enhancement influence with the laws and regulations they impose (or don’t impose). For me, I’m glad Tipton County has been reunited into District 81. Partisan politics aside, I’ve always believed natural geographic boundaries like county lines should be the prime criteria for establishing districts, not where the Republican or Democrat voters are concentrated. Perhaps Jimmy Naifeh should run as the IncomeTax supporting Democrat he is this year in District 81 that is now the entire county of his birth. He denied half of our County’s citizens the right to determine his status as our representative for 10 years. I suspect he’ll retire, but I hope he is willing to let all of Tipton County tell him through the vote what they really think of him.

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If it don’t kill ya, maybe … Can you remember when there to decipher the contents. Maybe was a time country Doctors made the curer contemplated, “well house calls? How many folks can if it don’t knock me out, maybe garner up a tale or two about be- this will get the patient back on ing on their ‘so-called’ death bed hi feet.” and the brilliant physicians came ‘Doc’ Flippin, the genius flying to the rescue. Take a slow healer from Rosemark, initially trip down memory lane and vi- rode a horse to visit his patients. sualize the black, faded leather Miss Beth, his daughter, told me medicine bag with a few times, “when Dadthe broken latch that dy returned late at night probably never did he was so tired, one of the work anyway. farmhands had to assist Even faded phohim from the saddle after tos, paintings or his long and treacherous clips always depict tour.” the bag as scuffed, A trek of many miles bulging and ‘pert in the sleet and rain even nigh’ dilapidated. caused the good Doctor However, the small, some days of hacking, fehand carried bag SOUTHERN RAISIN' ver and misery. Although could hold enough ‘Doc’ wouldn’t admit it O TIS G RIFFIN supplies to overflow Miss Beth repeated the a cotton wagon with cracked and farmhand said, “I thought the splintered sideboards. Doctor once was almost frozen Neighbor, I never saw or on the mount as icicles hung heard of anyone except the Coun- from the horse’s mane and the try Doctor sticking his or her paw saddle bags.” inside a Doctor’s vault to extract Can anyone believe some of any medicine except the healer the cures and remedies that were himself. We talked about it oc- dispensed many years ago? If the casionally. Why? Speculation country doctor said, “try it” there or educated guessing. Each of were no questions asked. Parthe little glass containers with the egoric, since removed from the dark red rubber tops had been drug store shelves, would cure punctured many times with nee- what ailed you. Why? Derived dles appearing the size of squir- from opium, the morphine based rel rifle barrels. Especially when narcotic would kill any pain. Upthe needle was spearheaded your set stomach, colitis, flux diarrhea, way. The shiny tin encased the colic, bo’ weevils, possibly chicktop of the bottle to hold the rubber en fighting and even Sat’dy night in place. Most of the little bottles hair pulling. had no labels. Like the good vet At my early age, little did I ‘Doc’ Hall from Kerrville took a realize the interest in the small, short whiff or possibly stuck the yellowish bottle with a red rubhumanitarian’s tongue to the top ber cap. Many years later on the

front porch of Mr. Ben’s emporium a little gossip emitted. A few hun’ert years ago, small country stores were prevalent every few miles. Seems like a few folks would get a little piece of money and purchase a couple of bottles of paregoric over the counter from Mr. Ben. Then ease across the road to Thompson Brothers and repeat the same. Maybe ride to Barretville and grip a couple. Transport to Mr. Hilton Bond’s and proceed to Mr. Robert Douglas’ in Bolton. By the time these folks returned home they could have petrified the entire universe of Dixie. Did you have a sore throat? No problem, just swab with pure poison silver nitrate. Some swabs were constructed from chicken feathers shaved down to the end to resemble a modern day tickler. At least it tickled your sore throat. If silver nitrate wasn’t available, well run in a substitute miracle cure of a tablespoon of sugar with three or four drops of coal oil. I was told any more than four drops of coal oil would make you a little nauseated. That citified talk for making country folks ‘low’ sick. My fellow Southern Country Americans, I’m not saying what was right, left or wrong. We did what the good Doctors thought was best at the time. There are jillions of so called cures and remedies. Just how many can you recall? Remember to Shake it, Take it and Hope and Pray, You Make it---------GLORY!!!!!!!

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WHIP REPORT

Dear editor, Regarding Phil Nelson, the ex-mayor of Gilt Edge: Mr. Nelson did not give you the real reason he resigned. He had a “people problem.” A petition was circulated in Gilt Edge signed by 77 citizens asking him to resign. The city council was not the only place Mr. Nelson had problems. He joined the church I attend and created so many problems he was told that he was no longer welcome. Mr. Nelson was unable to get along with most citizens. In one council meeting he was so uncooperative that the other two aldermen walked out of the meeting. In Mr. Nelson’s letter of resignation, he states that he resigned due to the abuse of power, unethical activity and possibly illegal activity of some members of the city council. The city attorney was present at the last meeting. He stated that no one had reported any unethical or illegal activity and he was not aware of any.

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As the General Aspriorities of the General sembly awaits the State Assembly, Representaof the State Address tive Ryan Haynes (R— from Governor Haslam, Knoxville) stated in an House Republicans are interview this week, busy filing legislation “I think you will find to help pave the way this General Assembly for job growth in Tenwill be one of the most nessee’s private sector. business-friendly there This focus on economic has ever been for the development is expect- CAPITOL CONNECT business community.” REP . BARRETT RICH ed to dovetail with the He continued, “Adpriorities of the Haslam ditionally, we have a Administration. pro-business Governor leading Throughout 2011, GOP law- us who has proposed a number makers met with business lead- of innovative ideas to encourage ers and concerned citizens about growth in the private sector. Toways to remove government gether, we are putting the number hurdles to economic growth in one priority for Tennesseans—job the State. The House Majority growth—at the top of our list.” Leader, Representative Gerald Another Representative added, McCormick (R—Chattanooga), “I believe we need to do more to appointed a task force to hold add greater accountability and hearings on the issue. performance measures to governWhen asked about the expected ment so that Tennesseans are getBrian Blackley – Publisher/ General Manager bblackley@covingtonleader.com

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ting the most value for their taxes. We must do more to prevent government’s limiting influence on businesses, through factors like regulations and paperwork, so our job creators can grow their businesses. Government must be transformed from a hurdle to a resource, in my view.” Governor Haslam will give his annual State of the State Address on Monday evening, January 30th to a Joint Session of the General Assembly. The Governor is expected to unveil his budget proposals and provide full details of his legislative priorities to move Tennessee forward. State Comptroller Justin Wilson says Tennessee’s finances are sound Tennessee is in “sound fiscal condition” according to State SEE REPORT, PAGE A5

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FINANCIAL FOCUS

Investors can learn from SuperBowl teams It’s Super Bowl time vehicles. Diversifying again. And whether your holdings may help you’re a sports fan or reduce the effects of marnot, you can probably ket volatility. (Keep in learn something from the mind, though, that diverSuper Bowl teams that sification, by itself, can’t you can apply to other guarantee a profit or proendeavors — such as intect against loss.) vesting. ▪ Follow a “game What might these lesplan.” Super Bowl teams FINANCIAL FOCUS sons be? Take a look: are skilled at creating S TEVEN J. J ONES ▪ Pick players carefully. game plans designed to Super Bowl teams don’t usually maximize their own strengths and get there out of luck; they’ve made exploit their opponents’ weakit in part because they have care- nesses. When you invest, you also fully chosen their players. And to can benefit from a game plan — a potentially achieve success as an strategy to help you work toward investor, you, too, need carefully your goals. This strategy may inchosen “players” — investments corporate several elements, such that are chosen for your individual as taking full advantage of your situation. Individual Retirement Account ▪ Choose a diversified mix of (IRA) and your 401(k) or other players. Not only do Super Bowl employer-sponsored retirement teams have good players, but they plan, pursuing new investment have good ones at many differ- opportunities as they arise and reent positions — and these players viewing your portfolio regularly tend to play well together. As an to make sure it’s still appropriate investor, you should own a va- for your needs. riety of investments with differ▪ Stay dedicated to your goals. ent capabilities — such as stocks Virtually all Super Bowl teams for growth and bonds for income have had to overcome obstacles, — and your various investments such as injuries, bad weather and should complement, rather than a tough schedule. But through perduplicate, one another. Strive to sistence and a constant devotion to build a diversified portfolio con- their ultimate goal, they persevere. taining investments appropriate As an investor, you’ll face some for your situation, such as stocks, challenges, too, such as political bonds, government securities, cer- and economic turmoil that can tificates of deposit (CDs) and other upset the financial markets. But if

REPORT

Continued from A4 Comptroller Justin Wilson, who appeared before the House Finance Committee this week. The Comptroller delivered his “State of Fiscal Affairs” report to legislative leaders in the House of Representatives. Comptroller Wilson went through a number of items that are solvent and secure in Tennessee’s

financial portfolio such as the overall budget, current state of the debt, retirement fund, and the trust fund. Wilson cited the “willingness of the General Assembly to enact budgets that have forgone, reduced or eliminated expenses and services,” as another reason for Tennessee’s stable financial standing. Wilson said the General Assembly must con-

you own a diversified mix of quality investments and follow a longterm strategy that’s tailored to your objectives, time horizon and risk tolerance, you can keep moving forward, despite the “bumps in the road” that all investors face. ▪ Get good coaching. Super Bowl teams typically are well-coached, with disciplined head coaches and innovative offensive and defensive coordinators. When you’re trying to achieve many financial goals — such as a comfortable retirement, control over your investment taxes and a legacy to leave to your family — you, too, can benefit from strong “coaching.” As your “head coach,” you might choose a financial professional — someone who can help you identify your goals and recommend an appropriate investment strategy to help you work toward them. And your financial professional can coordinate activities with your other “coaches,” such as your tax and legal advisors. Unless you’re a professional football player, you won’t ever experience what it’s like to play in the Super Bowl. However, achieving your financial goals can be a fairly big event in your life — and to help work toward that point, you can take a few tips from the teams that have made it to the Big Game.

tinue to reduce expenses, and the administration should increase the efficiency of state government operations in anticipation of the tough financial challenges Tennessee is likely to face in the future. Future financial challenges cited in the Comptroller’s report to the Committee include: ▪ Continuing to reduce expenses and create efficiencies;

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Most Wanted Seen one of these people? If so, call: 24-hour number: Central Dispatch 901-475-4300 Sheriff’s Office Tipline: 901-475-3307; email: sheriff@tiptonco.com Tipton County CrimeStoppers 901-476-4411 Or contact any local law enforcement agency to report any of these people.

Christopher, Anthony Dewyane Born: 6/25/1982 4125 Northside St. Memphis, TN 38127 Charge: Delivery of cocaine

Brown, Gregory James Born: 4/30/1978 300 Cherokee Drive Millington, TN 38053 Charge: Theft over $10,000

Fields, Elton Tyrone Born: 5/4/1981 2959 Fredonia L oop Stanton, TN 38069 Charge: DUI second offense

Johnson, Billy Dewayne Born: 4/5/1967 1199 Kell Street Memphis, TN 38107 Charge: Burglary

Fleming, Tuwan Darrell Born: 9/5/1976 3506 Rabbit Run Rd. Memphis, TN 38115 Charge: Delivery of cocaine

Franks, Matthew Allen Born: 3/12/1984 4477 Highway 51 N. Hennings, TN 38041 Charge: Burgarly

Robinson, Walter Lee Born: 11/14/1960 503 Lincoln St. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Delivery of cocaine

Howell, Charles Laten Born: 7/13/1977 297 Ellis Dr. Munford, TN 38058 Charge: Promotion of meth manufacturing

Jefferson, Freddie Louis Born: 3/5/1959 422 Dixon St. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Delivery of cocaine (2 counts)

Martin, Joel Hendrix Born: 8/18/1974 24 Carrie Lane Drummonds, TN 38023 Charge: Delivery of cocaine (2 counts)

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The following persons were arrested in Tipton County and booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility during the week of January 22-28, 2012.

▪ Alston, Jeffery Lyndell, 39, driving on rev./canc./ susp./ license, Jan. 24, CPD ▪ Avery, Steven Lavelle, 31, failure to pay child support, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Baldon, Stacey Philandin, 45, failure to pay child support, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Bearden, Vicent Lee, 38, failure to pay child support, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Benson, Brian Keith, 30, failure to appear felony, Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Billings, Chris Aaron, 35, violation of sex offender act, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Blizzard, Christopher Lee, 35, failure to pay child support, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Brewer, Chad Allen, 30, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 26, TCSO ▪ Brock, Mitchel Wayne, 21, simple poss. marijuana, Jan. 25, BPD ▪ Brocker, Traisty Lez, 18, domestic assault, Jan. 25, BPD ▪ Broughton, Julie Manda, 24, worthless check, Jan. 26, TCSO ▪ Brown, Marcus Laray, 21, promoting prostitution, Jan. 26, CPD ▪ Buck, James Edward, 56, theft under $500, failure to appear felony; Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Bullock, Damon Lee, 21, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 26, APD ▪ Carpenter, Owen Edward, 31, poss. marijuana with intent to sell, Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ Cary, Brian Keith, 30, DUI first offense, Jan. 28, MUPD ▪ Coleman, Tony Amarie, 33, domestic assault, vandalism, Jan. 22, TCSO ▪ Collins, Christopher

Jerome, 23, poss. of sched. II, speeding, obstruction of highway, Jan. 26, CPD ▪ Creasy, Dwight Glenn, 54, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 27, TCSO ▪ Dillard, Darrell Thomas, 43, theft over $1,000, Jan. 28, TCSO ▪ Dougherty, Christopher William, 21, agg. criminal tresspassing, Jan. 27, TCSO ▪ Dowell, Clifford Hugh, 58, DUI first offense, Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Earl, Trevonte James, 18, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, speeding, Jan. 22, MPD ▪ Flowers, Clarence Alvin, 53, agg. assault no injury, Jan. 25, CPD ▪ Glass, Johnnie Bea, 43, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 27, TCSO ▪ Hall, Cordarrell Marcell, 23, agg. burglary, domestic assault, vandalism; Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Harrison, Brandon Wayne, 40, agg. assault no injury, Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Henry, Scotty Wayne, 29, failure to appear felony, Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ Holland, Henry Lewis, 53, failure to pay child support, Jan. 2, TCSO ▪ Hollins, Princess Aasa, 24, poss. of schedule II, Jan. 28, TCSO ▪ Hunt, Jordan Michael, 27, DUI first offense, implied consent law, disregard stop sign; Jan. 26, CPD ▪ Jackett, Kevin Maurice, 37, poss. of schedule II, public intoxication, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent, worthless check; Jan. 27, TCSO ▪ Jones, Quatavis Deron, 24, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 24, TCSO

▪ Jones, Robert Allen, 34, domestic assault, Jan. 26, TCSO ▪ Justice, Thomasina Roldan, 18, failure to pay child support (2 counts) Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ King, Matthew Logan, 24, domestic assault, Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ Klimmer, Bradley William, 20, agg. burglary, theft over $1000; Jan. 22, TCSO ▪ Kline, Carlton Scott, 32, domestic assault, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Leopard, Donald Randy, 51, DUI first offense, violation of light law, driving unregistered vehicle, Jan. 27, CPD ▪ Maclin, Roy, 60, criminal trespass, shoplifting; Jan. 28, CPD ▪ Marbry, William Robert, 44, domestic assault, Jan. 27, MUPD ▪ Mason, John Earl, 44, simple poss. marijuana, Jan. 27, CPD ▪ McClodden, Delmarcus Dewayne, 33, evading arrest. Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ McMurray, Sean Anthony, 19, simple poss. marijuana, Jan. 26, TCSO ▪ McPherson, Ricky Daniel, 26, domestic assault, Jan. 28, TCSO ▪ Moore, Sheldon Jovan, 20, domestic assault, Jan. 26, CPD ▪ Moss, Stephanie Lorraine, 36, accessory after the fact, Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Nash, Stanley, 31, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 27, CPD ▪ Patrick, Edward Brent, 42, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 28, BPD ▪ Payne, Steven Louis, 25, poss. of sch. III (2 counts), poss. of sch. II; Jan. 27, TCSO ▪ Ralph, Derek Mason, 36, forgery, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Ramsey, Trevor Austin, 23, DUI first offense, implied consent; Jan. 22, APD

▪ Reeves, Daniel Keith, 24, public intoxication, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Rogers, William Henry, 36, violation of order of protection, Jan. 28, CPD ▪ Rudd, Frederick Daryl, 37, DUI first offense, Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ Sanders, Tate O’Neal, 23, speeding, driving on rev./ canc./susp. license, DUI first offense; Jan. 28, TCSO ▪ Shahan, Jimmy Dale, 41, failure to pay child support, Jan. 26, CPD ▪ Shahan, Joey Dewayne, 37, hold for 603 evaluation, Jan. 24, CPD ▪ Shelton, Steve Larry, 43, failure to pay child support, Jan. 25, TCSO ▪ Sisk, Stephanie Lynn, 31, domestic assault, Jan. 22, CPD ▪ Smith, Toby Carl, 40, DUI first offense, consent law, due care, open container; Jan. 27, TCSO ▪ Starks, Jessie James, 55, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ Taylor, David Lee, 39, criminal trespass, shoplifting; Jan. 28, CPD ▪ Tinsley, William Dean, 27, theft under $500, Jan. 24, TCSO ▪ Weaver, Marc Anthony, 26, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 28, APD ▪ Webb, Gregory Lynn, 21, poss. sched. IV with intent, Jan. 22, TCSO ▪ Whitehead, Melissa Chadick, 29, promotion of meth. manufact, poss. of sched. IV, poss. of sched. II, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent to del., theft $500 or less, criminal trespassing; Jan. 28, CPD ▪ Winfrey, William Christopher, 41, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, seat belt law; Jan. 23, TCSO ▪ Yearwood, Benjamin Kile, 21, failure to pay child support, Jan. 24, CPD

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John Curtis Rann, a 24-year-old white male who was found dead with several gunshot wounds on Black Springs Hill Road in southwest Tipton County on Dec. 5, 1986. Rann had been missing since November 26, 1986. Johnny Poole, a 23-year-old white male whose partially burned body was found on Oct. 25 1988, in his burning pickup truck near the boat landing at Piljerk, on the Hatchie River. Poole had a gunshot wound in his back. If you have any information about either of the crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 901-476-4411. You will NOT be required to give your name or testify in any court. The source of information given to Crime Stoppers will be held in strict confidence.

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Dora Marie Parker Hanks

Eunice White

June 9, 1926 - January 23, 2012

Dora Marie Parker Hanks, 85, formerly of Covington, left this world to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 19, 2012. Ms. Hanks was born in New Albany, Miss. on June 9, 1926. As a young girl, she moved with her family to Covington, where she lived most of her life. At the time of her death, Ms. Hanks had been a resident of Little Rock, Ark. for 12 years. Funeral services took place on Monday, Jan. 23, at Munford Funeral Home. Interment in Indian Creek Cemetery. Ms. Hanks is survived by her sister, Mary Ruth Kellum of Burlison; two sons, James Douglas Parker of Pocahontas and Embrey Neil Parker of Carlsbad, N.M.; two daughters, Linda Darlene Eastman of Carlsbad, N.M. and Cathy Lynn Underwood of Little Rock, Ark.; two stepchildren, Joseph Hanks of Memphis and Wanda Tharp of Irving, Texas; and 19 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Nannie Lou Brassfield Delashmit, and her father, Spencer Embrey Norvell, two husbands, Roy Estes Parker and Russell Hanks, three children, Thomas Sanford Parker, Mary Lou Smith, and Roy Earl Parker. Memorials may be sent to the American Diabetes Association.

Cemetery. Ms. White was a member of the Brighton Assembly of God Church. She is survived by three daughters, Ann Miles of Brighton, Joyce Willbanks of Covington and Katherine Cannon of Bono, Ark.; five sons, Lavelle Lovette of Covington, James Robert Lovette of Drummonds, Charles Lovette of Brighton, Lawrence Lovette of Memphis and Michael Lovette of Covington; one brother, James Buddy Coats of Jackson, Tenn.; 31 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren and 25 greatgreat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Gladys McClain Coats; two sons, Jimmy Lovette and Roger Dale Lovette; one daughter Shirley Ann Higdon; four sisters, Earline Mosley, Lois Elrod, Ally Martin and Margie Hutchison and two grandchildren, Charles Anthony “Tony” Lovette and David Cannon, Jr. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com.

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Joyce Helen Roberts Turner May 28, 1931 - January 25, 2012

I Corinthians 13 For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. And now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love. It is with great sadness that the family of Joyce Helen Roberts Turner announces her passing on January 25, 2012. Joyce will be remembered always as the embodiment of love in her many roles as wife, mother, grandmother, friend and giver to others. She was born on May 28, 1931 in Garland, Tennessee to Edward H. and Matilda Griffin Roberts. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Roy Clay Turner; daughters, Cathy Turner Naughton, Covington, Tennessee; Becky Turner Williams (Eddie) McAllen, Texas; LTC Betsy Turner Trimble (Dan) of Huntsville, Al, son Richard Clay Turner of Covington, brother Alton Roberts of Nashville. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul Allan Turner and siblings, Lona Butler, Ashley Roberts, Roy Roberts, Burdette Roberts, John Roberts, Eunice Braymer, Roberta Walk, Raymond Roberts, and Bernice Caldwell. Joyce was affectionately known as “Memaw” to her grandchildren: Debbie Turner Sellers (Matt), Kimberly Naughton Peyton (Clif), Clay Turner Hensley, Richard Clay Turner II (Kanet), Beth Hensley Csernovicz (Mike), Paul Roy Turner (Liz), Adrian Allan Turner (Lori), Elizabeth Naughton Port (Kevin), Wesley Ray Turner, and Nathan Colorado Turner. Joyce’s great-grandchildren are Allie, Hopkins and Ashford Peyton; Julian Clay and Julianne Anders; Dakota, Colby, Chandler and Buckley Turner; Holden and Rylan Port; Ashley and Drew Csernovicz; and Luke Turner. An active member of First Baptist Church, Joyce was a warm, fun-loving, kind-hearted person whose greatest joy was her family; especially her devotion to her grandchildren. Visitation was held on Saturday, January 28, from 5-8 p.m. A celebration of Joyce’s life was held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home. Interment followed at Covington Memorial Gardens Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Covington, St. Jude’s Hospital or a charity of the donor’s choice. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 2, 2012

George W. Shackelton

June 29, 1947 - January 26, 2012 George “Shack” Shackelton, 64, of Covington, formerly of Walton/Otego, N.Y., passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2012 following a lengthy illness battling multiple myeloma. George was born on June 29, 1947, the son of the late Walter and Wilda Shackelton. George came to work for Walton Central in 1973 after attending SUNY Cobleskill and McNeese State University. During his 35-year teaching career at WCS, he taught business education full-time and drivers’ education part-time during the summer. High expectations and attention to detail were characteristics he carried throughout his teaching profession, as well as throughout his life. During his young years he excelled in softball, traveling to and winning many tournaments in various counties. Other hobbies that he enjoyed were bicycling, writing, reading and traveling. George is survived by John (Cheryl) Shackelton of West Oneonta, N.Y., Tim (Sue) Shackelton of Cobleskill, N.Y. and twin sisters Maxine (Eddie) Griffith and Marlene (Bill) Ray of Covington; three nephews: W. W. Ray, Bryan Shackelton and Kane Ray; four nieces: Erin Shackelton Barron, Nikki Thom, Elizabeth Shackelton and Rayna Cross. Arrangements are under the direction of MaleyYarbrough Funeral Home. Memorial contributions in George’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. A memorial service honoring George W. Shackelton will be announced and held in Walton, N.Y. at a later date.

Eunice White, 86, of Covington, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2012. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, January 31 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in R. H. Munford

July 6, 1922 - January 30, 2012 Jessie Aubrey Johnson, 89, of Covington, died on Monday, January 30, 2012. Born in Mason, he was a retired foreman for Tipton County Public Works and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. He was also of the Baptist faith. Funeral services for Mr. Johnson took place on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home. He was buried with military honors in Charleston Cemetery. Mr. Johnson is preceded in death by his wife, Florence Patrick Johnson. He is survived by daughters Katherine Marshall (John) of Covington, Doris Hartsfield (Chris) of Covington, and Pat Dunkin of Blytheville, Ark.; sons Frank Johnson (Randie) of Millington, Donald Johnson of Linden and John Johnson (Marlene) of Stanton;sister Louise Martin of Covington; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The family requests memorials be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 2, 2012

Carole M. Barham

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October 3, 1932 - January 29, 2012 Carole M. Barham, 79, of Covington, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012. Funeral services took place on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012 at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Chapel. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 2, 2012

We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for all the prayers, calls and concern that everyone has shown us during our time of loss and sorrow. The Family of Bruce Petty

Malcolm Chesley Hazlerig

April 2, 1921 - January 29, 2012

Malcolm Chesley Hazlerig, 90, of Byhalia, Miss. died on January 29, 2012. Mr. Hazlerig was in the United States Army and a veteran of WWII. He was a scrub nurse for the VA Hospital. He is survived by his son, Pepper Hazlerig (Pat) of Stanton; daughter, Nancy Clark of Byhalia, Miss.; Brothers, Bruce Hazlerig of Mason, and Luke Hazlerig of Oxford, Miss.; sisters, Joyce Deverell of Covington, Marie Arnold of Springfield, Mo., and Mary Lois Gray of Covington; and three grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife Cora Hazlerig. Visitation for Mr. Hazlerig took place on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012 from 5-8 P.M. at the Maley-Yarbrough Chapel. Funeral services for Mr. Hazlerig were on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012. Burial took place at the Memphis Funeral Home Memorial Gardens.

Wilbert Craig, Jr. August, 1952 - February, 2011 ~Gone but certainly not forgotten~

We will forever carry sweet memories of you in our hearts and our love for you will NEVER end. Parents, Wilbert & Reola; Son, Keric; Siblings: Clara, Emma, Mary, Ulas, Robert, Darryl, LaSandra, Angela and Travis; grandchildren; inlaws; nieces; nephews and godchildren.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 2, 2012

Ann Barron

July 29, 1925 - January 30, 2012 Ann Barron, 86, of Brighton, retired LPN, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2012. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, February 1 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in R.H. Munford Cemetery. A retired LPN, she was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Rebecca Ann Naifeh of Riverside, Calif. and Regina Cate of Nashville; four grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Barron, five brothers and one sister. The family request that any memorials be made to the Liberty Baptist Church Building Fund. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com.

The family of Alberta Hooks would like to thank everyone for the thoughtfulness shown during this most difficult time. The prayers, calls, cards, visits, food, flowers, memorials and other expressions of sympathy meant so much. To the staff of Covington Funeral Home, we appreciate the service. You made a difficult time so much easier. To Rev. Bob Lee, we thank you for your comforting words and found memories To our family at Beaver Baptist Church, words are not adequate to express our gratitude. To Crossroad’s Hospice for the tender loving care you gave her for the last 14 months. To the staff at Covington Mason who took care of her. To TCCA for the love and care you gave her before she went in the nursing home. Thank you all for the love you have expressed during this time of illness and loss. Mary Jane Sander - Daughter, Jerry Sanders - Son-in-law, Grandchildren, and Great-grandchildren

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 2, 2012

We are pleased to announce that

Lowell D. Friend Associate Vice President-Investments

Is now back on the Historic Covington Square! Lowell D. Friend Associate Vice President- Investments

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The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 2, 2012

Looking for something to do? Check out our community events calendar on page B12 and our church bulletins calendar on B4.

Jessie Aubrey Johnson

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Local businessman joins March of Dimes in leading the charge to improve the health of Tipton County babies

Nick Nichols, Community President of First State Bank, joins national team of business leaders to launch 2012 March for Babies fundraising campaign.

One in eight Tipton County babies will be born premature this year, and local business leader Nick Nichols is working with the March of Dimes to change this. Nick Nichols, who is Community President at First State Bank, knows how important the March of Dimes mission is. As a father of a premature son, he has taken on the role of Honorary Chair of March for Babies to raise awareness and important funding to provide for babies who are born premature or with birth defects. Nick is involved in other organizations such

as The South Tipton County Exchange Club, South Tipton County Chamber of Commerce, Total Leadership, etc., and has been a March of Dimes Volunteer for many years. March for Babies, the March of Dimesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; largest fundraiser, helps fund lifesaving research and educational programs aimed at helping moms have healthy babies. Last year, the Tipton County event raised more than $60,000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this year, March for Babies Chair Nick Nichols hopes to bring in even more by focusing on new revenue and helping to raise awareness in the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a business leader, this campaign gives me a unique opportunity to help the community that I love. And as a father, I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think of a more important cause than our babies,â&#x20AC;? said Nick, who will be visiting local businesses to request their support in the coming months. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One in eight of our babies here in Tipton County are born premature, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just not acceptable. It takes leaders in our community working together to ensure moms have healthy pregnancies.â&#x20AC;?

Tipton County residents can sign up today at www. marchforbabies.org and start a team with co-workers, family or friends. Last year, more than 300 people attended the event, which is typically held the last Saturday in April. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s March for Babies will be April 28, beginning at 10 a.m. at Shelton Park in Covington. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so excited to have Nick on board to help us at a local level,â&#x20AC;? said Jeannie Patrick, Community Director for the Tennessee March of Dimes Chapter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;His passion for the cause and commitment to helping our babies will be a huge driving factor in the success of our event this year. We are grateful for the time and support he is able to lend us.â&#x20AC;? About the March of Dimes - The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

A miracle comes to Tipton County: Annabelle's story By LIZZY WOOTEN JACKSON, Special to The Leader Let me start by saying our sweet daughter was not due until Dec. 12, 2011. However, I started feeling pregnancy pains and after discussing these pains with my husband, I made a doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appointment on Aug. 26, 2011 to make sure everything was okay. I went to the doctor that day and was sent back home after being told â&#x20AC;&#x153;it was just pregnancy related.â&#x20AC;? The next day, I was still in pain, but the doctor said I was fine. I went to work but knew something was wrong. I was in constant pain. When I got off work, I went straight to the hospital, and this is where my little miracle of life began. The amazing nursing staff checked my cervix and informed me that I was, in fact, 10 centimeters dilated. My first response was that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too early! I was only 24 weeks! Will my daughter live? The nurses told me there was a chance. That is all this mother needed to hear. The staff at Baptist Tipton was more than amazing. They simply saved my babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. After they

broke my water, the umbilical cord came out first. This event lead to the staff rushing me to an emergency c-section. I was so blessed to have the nurses and doctors on duty that night. An hour after arriving at Baptist Me-

morial Hospital-Tipton, Miss Annabelle Jennings Jackson was born. She came out breathing and was immediately rushed to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (â&#x20AC;&#x153;NICUâ&#x20AC;?) at the Med in Memphis. I will be honest; the NICU was a world I knew nothing about and I still did not know why this happened. The next day, Dr. Filetti, the skilled OB/GYN that delivered Annabelle, visited and informed me that I had a fibroid the size of a tennis ball on my uterus and that my placenta

was completely washed away. She said this was a placenta abruption. Of course, I wanted to know more about this and why it happened, but I had to go see my daughter. I was not sure what to expect waking into the NICU two days later. It was a surreal experience to say the least. My daughter was 1 pounds 11 ounces and 12.75 inches long at birth. She was the size of my husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand, and I immediately broke down in tears. She was hooked up to the ventilator and had wires and IVs all over her body. I was very afraid but kept my faith and positive outlook and continued to pray for Annabelleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health. We went through everything possible during our stay. Annabelle had to be on the oscillator, ventilator, CPAP and bi-nasal. She developed chronic lung disease, patent ductus arteriosus, jaundice, retinopathy of prematurity, apnea of prematurity, anemia of prematurity and two infections. The NICU nurses and doctors were amazing and informative every step of the way. They explained everything each and every time. There were days we did not know if our

precious daughter would make it. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy to report that on the 100th day of life, we were able to bring Annabelle home on an Apnea monitor and with only one daily vitamin. There are many challenges ahead of us but by the grace of God, fantastic nurses and doctors

and modern medicine, anything is possible. Annabelle is a miracle, and we are forever grateful to all of those skilled medical professionals and our family and friends who constantly and continue to pray for Annabelleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and wellness.

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Tipton County Honor Roll - 2nd nine weeks

Drummonds Elementary Munford Middle School All A’s Honor Roll 1st Grade Robert Baldridge, Bradyn Cooper, Jacey Cooper,Abigail Cousar, Dale Dieterlen, Alexis Fisher, Adam Gallagher, Abby Haun, Coen Hill, Jace Hodgin, Emily Hughes-Payne, Cayden Patterson,Emily Rivera-Sanchez, Amber Shelly, Annie Spencer 2nd Grade Brooke Anzini, Joshua Arnett, Marti Boswell, Olivia Brooks, Houston Clark, Brianna Cochran, Dylan George, Andrew Haun, Luke Hayes, Caden Hodges, Icarius Hodgin, Lacie Humelsine, Olivia Jenkiins, Nathaniel Lester, Alyssa Phelps, Ashton Rogers, Haleigh Sisson, Lucas Taylor, Nick Tomaszewski, Taniys Webb, Justyn Wilson, Marissa Young 3rd Grade Bayleigh Cooper, Andrew Martin, Christopher Swords 4th Grade Jeremiah Allard, Laura Billings, Autumn Bone, Ryan Byram, Alicia Flaugher, Chloe Fleming,Faith Hancock, Spencer Hutton, Amber Jones, Jordan Kirk, Maria Kubo, Jordan Leggett, Elijah Mc Kee Ervin, Kyndall Mc Vay, Emily Norris, Josh Rice, Daniel Trimm, Jayson Williams-Mc Coy, Haley Wilson 5th Grade Clayton Blaylock, Cody Courtney, Elijah Durkee, Jonathan Ervin, Maddie Jones, Madison Meadors, Brianna Patterson, Tyler Pruett, Chase Reinberg, Amy Sanders A-B Honor Roll 1st Grade Jessica Allen, Nicholas Barraza, Brianna Bolton, Malachai Bone, Hannah Abigail Cathey, Jordan Cellini, Carrley Cole, Arianna Colwell, Aiden Davis, Ismael Delira, Jordan Deweese, Deniyla Dixon, Jaylon Donaldson, Cali Dunn, Brayden Fincher, Cynthia Grant, Ta’Vion Gray, Ethan Howard,Hagen Isaken, Haylee Land, Alexander Leigh, Darrion Littlejohn, Jeremiah Loyd, Cooper Magan, David Martin, Amya McClora, Micah McKee, Ryan Mendez, Levi Metz, Adrienne Money,Christen Moore, Carter Oglesby, Kyleigh Pullen, Tyler Ralyea, Austin Rogers, Kelsey Stimpson, Belle Tate, Precious Taylor, Tamia Yanov, Amanda Yount 2nd Grade Anthony Aleman, Seth Ballard, Hannah Berryhill, Tristen Brown, Hannah Cantrell, Chris Carnell, Zachary Collums, Miah Cook, Brody Cooper, Jada Curlin, Michael Cusack, Timily David, Brandon Derryberry, Bryton Durham, John Elder, Jacob Fachini, Christopher Ford,Trinity Gross, Kaylee Haggart, Noah Hamblin, William Hatcher, William Howard, Kirsten Holloway, Christian Hurm, Brooke Joyner, Payton King, Taylor Looney, Christian Lott, Savannah McDowell, Caitlyn McKenzie, William Melton, Perla Mendiola, Hannah Miller, Tyler Miller, Trevor Money, Marisa Mongeon, Chase Moses, Jenna Nelson, Erin Norris, Karson Numera, Nathaniel Pointer, Richard Pruitt, Parker Sawyer, Randy Small, Alexis Smith, Timothy Smith, Virginia Sullins, Zachary Wilson, Corban Young

3rd Grade Griffin Adkins, Shannon Ausburn, Kyle Bing, Brianna Blevins, Jessie Brooks, Nicholas Call, Elizabeth Cathey, April Conley, Alison Hanson, Summer Harrison, Tekevia Hibbard, Trace Hill, Sierra Hunt, Molly Hutton, Aaron Jones,Faith King, Gracie Kirk, Shamaiya Lemons, Barbara Miller, Asia Morgan, Reagan Picchi, Kori Pilgrim, Dalton Reed, Elliot Sawyer, Lily Spencer, Emma Tomaszewski, Jade Treaudo, Andrew Varnadoe, Shawna Wiggins, Blake Winningham 4th Grade Brooklyn Angel, Yolanda Aguirre, Joseph Barnes,Christopher Berryman, Megan Blank, Aubree Blankenship, Joseph Brand,Ashleigh Cantrell, Cailey Castillo, Gunner Clowes, Dakota Cook, Alexandria Dillard, Faith Draffin, Aaron Dobbs, Johnathan Duncan, Mia Dunn, Trevon Elkins, Nyla Farmer, Jayda Frazier, Jeremiah Holloway, Alexis Hurm, Jade Jensen, Ellie Johnson, Kayleigh Kennedy, Jadan Leggett, Jameson Lowe, Danny Maxwell, Christopher Mc Cutchen, Summer Moore, Arionna Nathaniel, Hope Norman, Victoria Perfect, Brianna Phelps, Logan Radcliffe, Blake Reed, Carmen Schroeder, Natalie Smith, Faith Stacks, Hunter Starnes, Hannah Stepp, A.J. Torress, Bryauna Tuggle, Emily Westerman, Duncan Wharton, Andrew Whitehead, Jakeyvia Williams,Arianna Wise, Lucas Zirbel 5th Grade Melanie Adkins,Nick Aleman, Alex Allen, Daniel Arrambide, Anna Atkins, McKenzie Bell, Brittany Bland, Kassi Ellis, Tyler Ellzey, Kayla Fields, Corey Fleming, Tyler Franks, Kaleigh Gardner, Seth Gatlin, Dylan Griffin, Savanah Gunnells, Dylan Hatcher, Fransisco Herrera, Heather Hughes, Jordan Johnson, Hannah Landrum, Jacob Lawrence, Josh Libby, Sara Peterson, Carleen Qualls, Lyndsie Ralyea, julie Rowand, Samantha Russell, Jacob Smith, Madison Stowe, Nicole Thrasher, Makayla Vivio, Carolyne Watson, Zach Yelvingyon

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Burlison Don’t you just hate blinking clocks? If you’re anything like me, you’re just going to have to get used to them for at least the next week or so. Work crews have been replacing telephone poles all along Highway 59 with new taller poles. The newer, taller poles should all be in place in the Burlison area within the next week or two. I know it might be annoying to lose power but these minor inconveniences won’t last long. Belated birthday wishes go out to Austin Swords, Keith Potter, Wayne Hartsfield, Joel Nason and Zach Hall. Birthdays coming up this week include Denise Clark on the 2nd, Betty Hartsfield and Heather Widdoes on the 3rd, Ryan Lott on the Feb 4th, and Martha Kellum on Feb-8th. Happy

birthday to all! Condolences go out this week to family and friends of Ms. Joyce Turner. Services were held over the weekend and it was beautiful to see so many people come and celebrate her life. Pray for the family. Condolences also go out to the family of Clifton Deverell who passed away early Tuesday morning. Arrangements for the services have not been made, as of Tuesday afternoon but they will be at Maley Yarborough in Covington. Pray for the family and friends. I’ve received numerous prayer requests and will try to get them all in each week. Prayer requests have been received for Martha Kellum, Doak Walker, Nancy Sherrill, Aaron Cox, Mary Ruth Kellum, Jessie Johnson, Lucy Hubbard, Florence Delashmit, Paulette Gram’s daughter, Lillie Shahan, Tabby Sanders, S.J. Smith, David Gilbreath, Verna Lou Timbs, Johnny Gilbreath, Faye Alsbrooks, Betty Shahan, Jo

Greetings, since it’s been rainy and cold as of late, president Mary Burton along with Darsay Burton teacher Wille Mae Burton held the weekly missionary meeting in the lovely home of LaRue Albritton on Tuesday afternoon. Several were in attendance. Our prayers are with Terrance Sherrill, minister of music at Brighton Hill M.B. Church, Jamestown. Terrance is a patient at Baptist Hospital East. His lovely wife Tami along with so many of their family and friends especially his father, Minister Pink Sherrill, Jr. and his sister Sandra. I visited with Terrance and Tami on Saturday. He was in good spirits acting like his cheerful old self. Let’s keep him in our prayers through his ordeal. Happy Birthday this week to Johnny Stewart, Sonja Carruthers and Kara Tharps - Jan. 29; Vera Burton Stokes – 31; Dollie Boykins – Feb. 1; Andre Burton and Donna Richmond – 3rd; Anthony Bonner and Darryl Miller – 4; my only daughter now living in Los Angeles, Kemberly Reed – Feb. 5; along with Gavin Burton, Carlin Burton and Floyd While, Sr. – 6 In prayers our thoughts goes with Jennie Stewart, Bes-

sie Cobbs, Troy and Doris King, Isiah Burton, Sr. and family, Willie Shade Alston, Posey Reed and family, Vernard “Big Boy” Burton, Charlene and David Sneed, Connie and Christian Brown, Carlotta Jones, Katarene Harber, Rudolph Boykins and family, Joseph Heaston Sr., Rhonda HeastonMcLin and family, Eula Culbreath and family, Rufus Garner, Minister Pink Sherrill Jr., Ada Fletcher, Jessie Lawson, Beaulah Wakefield, Eugene and Gigi Baker, Rev. and Mrs. Richard Coe, Rev. Kevin King, and Flossie Woods and family. Yearly dues for Jamestown Community Health Organization (JCHO) is $25 as many of you know. However, not too many contacts are being made or dues being met. Come on people, Step up and help us continue helping our community grow. Your help is needed for our college scholarships, construction on a proper meeting facility for JCHO, as well as our neighbors that surround us. We’d love to hear from you ASAP! This is it for now. Remember, as we approach Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, it is nice to remember this little tidbit, “Before you can give a heart, first you must have one!” Until next week…

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Debe Simonton Hello my friends, how beautiful the last couple of days have been. I can’t believe this is the end of January already; Valentine’s Day will be upon us soon. I hope you have an idea what to get that special person in your life! The football team at Brighton High is selling the strawberries from Plant City, Florida again; you can call me or the school to place your orders, 268-0091. They are $25 for a flat or $15 for a half flat. This year they are also selling Sweet Vidalia Onions! They are sold by 10 lb. bags for $12. Please support your local school in this project. The football team also celebrated their year and team with the annual banquet. The food was terrific, as usual, from the joint help of Fastimes and Wells’ Kitchen. The program was great with various awards for

the players and cheerleaders. We had a bunch of district awards. This is a super group of young men. The coaches were given blankets of their favorite collegiate team and their family name was also monogrammed on it; thanks for Stitch ‘n’ Time for the quick order. It was really great. Neal and I got two framed certificates for our help from the boys and one for the scholarship we give from the Harrison Simonton Fish Fry. The Brighton Baptist Church is having a celebration for Ms. Mary Sue Blalack from 2-4 pm. She is turning 100 years old. This will be on Feb. 4th (Sat). in the Family Life Center. They are also having a Sweetheart Banquet on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Family Life Center. The tickets will be $10 per person. The proceeds go toward the Youth Camp Fund. This is about all for today! Have a great week! Love you all, Debe

Dunlap Retirement Center Kathy Keiter 476-7014 Hello everybody, hope all is well with everyone this week. It’s been so very beautiful outside I just don’t know how anyone could stay inside! I’d be willing to bet we are going to have a bad February and March! That’s ok as long as April is not cold and snowy as my daughter is getting married

in April with an outside reception. So please PRAY! We are slowly getting over the two deaths that we had last week. Please pray for those families that I mentioned in last week’s notes. And all of our staff, it hit all of us hard. That’s the really tough part about a job

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Harrison, Shania Johnson, Caitlyn Summer, Dawson Robbins, Howard Tidwell, Jalen Wakefield, Keisha Wilbanks 8th Grade Lyndsey Fortner, Elora Houston, Jaylen Jones, Thomas Woelfle, Blake Wilson, James Wilson, Bailee Webb, Preston Trainor, Madison Shellenberger, Alexis Montgomery, Wilson Lowery, Dakota Hope, Briana Fleming, Devon Byrd, Charles Bowling, Christian Brooks, Sydney Duggan, Caleb Edmondson, Chelsea Joyner, Jamie Ralyea, John Schelly, Savannah Simmons, Courtney Stetler, Kalin Brooks, Briana Carson, Johnna clements, Victoria Colbert, Adrian Dajnowski, Brandon Hanna, Jacob Hibbard, Baileigh Renfrow, Samantha Smith, Dustin Baker, Erica Bonner, William Huff, Micah McCoy, Caleb Richardson, Camron Stepp, Ben Stevens, Jesse Vance, Ian Blackwood, Marysa Curlee, Adam Degroff, Cody Gann, Kayla Hawthorne, James Patterson, Sarah Wilson,

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Tula Starr Hello dear readers: We had to go out of town last week for five days. Our daughter is working on getting her doctorate degree and she had to attend classes in Atlanta. All of our family was born in Georgia and we have lots of relatives that live in and around Atlanta. It sure was good to get to see so many of them. The hotel where Becky (our daughter) stayed took her to class each day. So all we had to do is drop her off at the hotel and then come back and pick her up at the end of the five days. The university she attended fed them breakfast and lunch each day. She made an “A+” on this adventure. We are so thankful that we do not live in Atlanta. The super highways were 8 lanes of traffic and you had to drive 80 MPH or get run over. Beaver Baptist Church On Tuesday, Feb. 7, from 7-8:30 p.m., will be having a Ladies Bible Study. Becky

Gilt Edge Bernadine McAfee Barabara Migliaccio, Rev. A. A. Lawrence and wife Charlotte went to Jackson on Jan. 19. Ann Morris and her son Mike bought Carol Lumley a birthday present. Ann and Carol use to work at the same place and have been friends since. They both have a January birthday. Some people from the Gilt Edge Church of Christ went up to Covington Care Center on Jan. 21 and sang form 2:30 to 3:30. Daniel Dalton preached also. Randolph Assembly of Gog Church will celebrate 50 years in October. Bernice Sherrill visited recently with her son Wade. Judy Starnes has a birthday on Feb. 25th.

Glisson will be the leader. The class will be for six weeks. All ladies are invited to attend. Elm Grove United Methodist Church The Finchers will be singing here on Sunday, Feb. 12, at 6 p.m., preceded by a potluck meal at 5 p.m. You’ll come. Happy Birthday to: Marshall Starr on Jan. 27, Clara Waits on Saturday and Jack Waits on Sunday and Kiah Slade on Saturday, Feb. 4. We had a birthday party and celebrated Marshall’s birthday on the 27th. This group of guys have been playing cards for the last 20 years. They started playing “hearts” cards together since we all belonged to Frayser Heights United Methodist, and when we all lived in Frayser. Now we all live all over the place, Germantown, Ripley, Burlison, Rosemark and Millington. Prayer Concerns: Bertha Wright, Charlotte Curtis, Annette Hanks, Bobbie Waits, Wanda Coats, Dick Hanks, Jane Spray and Rachel Bridges.

Margaret Partlow’s girls call her every weekend, Joyce Goodwin lives in Nashville and Geraldine Gibbins lives in Ripley, Miss., and she talks to Danny and Alice often, they live closer. On the prayer list: Charles Womack, Joan McClung, Kathryn Glass, Mike Downing, Brenda Pittman, Ray Suggs, Clara McMillin, Tammie Rhea, Mr. Joe Bridges, Kim Hodge, Jerry Dye, Maurice Harchfield, Mrs. Climer, Rev. A.A. Lawrence and Charlotte, Donnie, Rita and Will Halslip, Mindy Tankersley, also Zach Wallach, Mike Willis, Brandon Fletcher and Joe Dillender in the military and all the other men and women in the military. This is all for this week…

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Brighton’s “Mama Sue” witnesses a century of change marbles, pitched horseshoes and enjoyed playing ball but not on Sundays. Sundays were for church. “Daddy always made sure we were never Brighton High School’s oldest graduate late for church,” she remembers. “We were turned a little older on Feb. 1, 2012. A graduate of the class of 1931, Mary Sue James always there on time.” She attended school at Brighton and then Blalack celebrated her 100th birthday yesthe old Brighton High terday. School when it was Mama Sue, as completed in 1924. she is affectionateShe would walk to ly called by family school, sometimes and friends, was up to two miles, deborn on a Thursday pending on where to David Colvin the family was living James and Mamat the time. If it was mie Ruth Weir raining, her father at their home in would take her to Brighton, thought school in the family’s to be on the farm horse-drawn wagon. of Ben Arnold She was a very good King. She was the student and concouple’s first child sistently made As and although her and Bs and she was memory and virarely absent from sion is fading, she school. In fact, durremembers tending the 1922-1923 ing to her younger school year when she siblings and help- Mary Sue James in her senior picture 1931. Courtesy was in 4th grade, she ing her father in the photo only missed one day fields. Mama Sue’s father, originally from South the whole year to the delight of her teacher Carolina, came to Tipton County about 1909 Miss Annie Smith. That type of dedication to visit some old family friends. It was dur- continued throughout her school career. ing this visit that he met and fell in love She spent her days learning arithmetic, civwith Mamie Ruth Weir. The couple mar- ics, English, history, writing, spelling and ried on Jan. 30, 1910 and made their home agriculture but spelling was her best subject and she always managed to get an A+ on in Brighton. After Mama Sue, the James’ had a daugh- her report card. During her 9th through 12th she was only absent a total of ter born about two years later named Fran- grades, six times during her entire ces who died when she was three-years-old. four years of high school. Mama Sue remembers going to the Taught by J. H. Benfuneral and the white horses nett, she graduated with that pulled the waga class of 16 other stuon, which held dents which included, her small casket. Thelma Boswell, Wilma Her other sibBoswell, Robert Brumlings were Henley, Winfred Click, ry Thomas, Ella Mack Lawson, MilMae James Tanner, dred McDaniel, RayLaDell James Alexmond McDaniel, ander, Virginia James, Ruth McGowan, Luther David, WilJanie McQuiston, liam “Billy” George Moffatt, Roland and Walter PoindexNicky. ter, Mildred Mama Sue Roark, Katie remembers Robertson, having a pleasMilton Siant childhood. monton, AgShe rememnes Strong bers having to and James work hard but Carl Trotshe said there ter, many was still time who had atto play games. tended school with She would play her throughout her educational career. Mary Sue and When she wasn’t in Cecil Blalack shortly school, she was helpafter their wedding. ing her father on the Courtesy photo. farm. Her father provid-

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ed for his family by farming and Mary Sue James at about growing their vegetables, fruit two years of age. Courand raising poultry and cattle. tesy photo He would often sell eggs, butter McKee. “Whatever and apples to supply the family she was doing, we with money. Mama Sue rememwere to help her. We bers having to pick boll weevils had our times to play off the cotton and bugs of the but we had to help potatoes. She said she would her.” milk the cows and helped her On June 26, 1960, daddy plow the field. You can Cecil died at the age still see the pride in her eyes as of 54. Mama Sue was she tells of having to help her just 48 years old with father. She was her daddy’s her son in college and right hand man. Mama Sue her youngest was only was the oldest of nine and nine. For the first time the oldest son was approxiin her life, Mama Sue mately six years younger, had to work outside so she was relied on to help the home to take care around the family’s farm. of her family. She went “I helped Daddy more to work at the Brighton than Mama because Daddy didn’t have School cafeteria for 17 anyone to help him,” she is often heard years and stayed until the school closed in saying. “But I should have helped mama 1981. Son Cecil, Jr. passed away on Jan. 26, more,” she whispered, regretfully. 2004. She met Cecil Ermon Blalack at church Loved by many family and friends, while she was still in high school but didn’t Mama Sue was active and living on her marry him until she had turned 21. They own until about three years ago when fullwere married on May 13, 1933 in Tipton time care became necessary. Her daughters’ County and he proved to be the love of her reminiscence about their mother, the stories life. They married during the Depression she sometimes tells and her love of the outand, in 1933, it was reported that one in four doors. Americans could not find work. But the “She always enjoyed being outside,” said newlyweds worked hard: Cecil farmed and youngest daughter Gwen Farmer. “She’d traded cattle and Mama Sue grew a garden rather be outside chopping or putting flowand canned food, to build a home for their ers in the ground or mowing the yard. And growing family. They had four children: just the other day she started telling me Mary Jo in 1935, about a calendar her dadBeverly Ann in dy used to get.” 1938, Cecil Jr. in “It was a Cardui,” inter1941 and Gwenjected Mama Sue, spelling dolyn Kay in out the name. “C-A-R-D1950, the day after U-I. Daddy always had the family moved one,” referring to a calinto the current endar which was printed home of Mama by what was first known Sue. Cecil had it as the Chattanooga Medibuilt for her and cine Company and later they moved in the Chattam Drug Comon Nov. 25, 1950. pany, pioneers in direct The next day a marketing. The calendars big snowstorm have been printed for hit the area, and close to a hundred years Mama Sue, pregand could be found in nant with her most homes. fourth child, de- Mary Sue James Blalack, Jan. 2012. Photo by Phil “I think we’ve been livered the babe Ramsey. blessed to have her this during the storm long and that she’s been with the help of Dr. Sterling Ruffin. able to get around and not confined,” addTimes were hard and everyone was ex- ed McKee. “We just love her a lot.” pected to help sustain the family. Oldest Today, she loves going to church and daughter Mary Jo Swain remembers having enjoys spending time with her daughters, to go to the fields and work alongside her eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchilmother. dren. And just as she was for her entire life, “I remember she would cook dinner and she is still modest, unassuming and doesn’t put it in containers and put it in a dishpan,” understand all the fuss being made about said Swain. “We would all go to the fields to her birthday. help either chopping or picking. We worked. “I don’t know if I told you anything you’d We didn’t get to sit around and twiddle our want to print,” she said. “I just worked fingers,” she added, laughing. hard.” And when complimented on how “My daddy always told us we were to wonderful she looks, she replied, “Well help her,” added middle daughter Beverly thank you. I try to look as well as I can.”

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We are still on the roller coaster of temperatures: it was really cold Sunday, than later this week it will be back up to 70. Everyone is getting sinusitis. But my little early buttercups are blooming, so spring is on the way, even though they are a little early. Liz and Lyla came over for lunch on Thursday and we got out in that messy rain to run to couple of errands. On Friday we went to Memphis to go shopping and ate supper there. The three of them left out for St. Louis on Saturday for a little vacation. They saw 30 turkeys in a field in Dyersburg and further toward St. Louis Liz texted me and said the sky was black with ducks. They knew the season was about over and are heading home! I will be glad when the Harrells get home tomorrow. It was both a sad and happy weekend. Shirley Jones’ service was Saturday. I’ve heard so many say what an influence she had on their lives. Johnny and Eric are in my prayers.

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watching TV. They were getting her up to walk today! Tough ol’ (100 years old) gal! Keep all these in your prayers, along with so many others, and all our servicemen and women, and voters. Members of the Covington Church of Christ will have a Super Bowl Party on Feb. 5. Happy Birthday this week goes to Lawson Maxwell on Jan. 31 and to Jennifer Phillips on Feb. 4. Happy Anniversary to Joyce and Scrapper Scott on Jan. 30. The men of Clopton United Methodist Church will have a community breakfast on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 7:30-10 a.m. Everyone is invited! This week’s Farmers’ Almanac Quote: “Amethyst, February’s birthstone, stands for sincerity and sobriety.” “Thanks for Reading” this week goes to Renee Smith, Dot Butler, Peggy Portis, Otis Griffin and Bonnie Glass! Sa-lute!

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Joyce Turner’s service was Sunday, and a memorial for Becky Seeley, daughter of Lee and Paulette Graham, was Sunday. I apologize deeply for putting in my column last week that it was Saturday, but at that time I was sure it was! I’m glad one of you called the church office to confirm the date. I was glad to see Becky and Betsy at Joyce’s funeral, in spite of the circumstances. I’ve known that family most of my life and feel their sorrow, also Roy Clay’s, Cathy’s and Richard’s, in the loss of their wife and mother. It’s so hard. And I just saw online that Cliff Deverell died early Tuesday morning. So sorry for that family. The “happy” part of the weekend was going to the Chocolate Fantasy in Memphis with a great bunch of girls! Bonnie Glass and Debbie Otts got their picture in the Commercial Appeal eating their chocolate! Also going were Cammy Evans, Mandy Billings and Missy Steele, along with two of Missy’s friends from church, Megan Gurchiek and Jamie Tyree. We had a big time and brought a lot back. I still have some of it in the kitchen. I got

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Defensive effort pushes Chargers into first Draine's 20 points lead way past D'burg By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com En route to their eighth consecutive victory last Tuesday at Dyersburg, a 53-33 win, the Chargers took sole possession of first place in District 13-AA as the Ripley Tigers suffered a second district upset loss at Obion County. CHS, ranked 12th in the state AP poll, improved to 18-5 overall and 12-1 in the district. Dyersburg fell to 12-7 (8-5) with the loss.

Both teams were cold from the floor at the start. The Trojans took a 4-2 lead before the Chargers closed with a 9-0 run to lead 13-4 at the end of the first period. The swarming trademark CHS man-to-man defense forced 12 of Dyersburg’s 32 turnovers in the quarter. The lead ballooned to 18 in the second quarter for the Chargers. The Trojans cut the lead to six points early in the period, but back-to-back 3-pointers by Jesse Somerville and Montel Williams ended any idea of a Trojan comeback.

Covington kept up the pressure in the second half, eventually expanding the lead to as many as 22. Devione Draine’s 20-point showing, his third straight game with 20 or more points, topped the scoring list. Dyersburg’s Brice Williams had 13 to lead the Trojans. The Chargers looked to take a twogame lead over Ripley and a threegame cushion versus Westview in Martin Friday night, but it was not to be. Continuing a streak in which they have not played well at Martin, CHS took an ugly 63-51 loss, tightening the

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District 13-AA race with four games remaining in the regular season. CHS was out of sync from the start, committing 14 first half turnovers and a season-high 28 in the game, leading to multiple fast break points for Westview. Martin took an 8-7 lead at the 2:25 mark of the first period and would not trail again. They led by 13 at the break and would expand that margin to as many as 20 in the second half. CHS cut the lead to 8 with 5:33 remaining but could draw no closer. SEE CHS, PAGE B2

NATIONAL SIGNING DAY

MHS girls beat JNS, claim lead in 13-AAA

Foster signs with TSU

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com

With two District 13-AAA games still left to play for Munford, the Lady Cougars didn't exactly clinch the district title with a 48-37 win Friday night at home over Jackson North Side. But they definitely took a big step in that direction. The win pushed Munford (14-8 overall) to 5-1 in league play and dropped North Side to a half game back at 5-2 (14-9 overall). If the teams were to finish tied, Munford would win the tiebreaker based on sweeping the season series from the Lady Indians. After falling behind early, Munford took control of the game midway through the fourth quarter. Robneisha Lee, who led Munford with 22 points, capped off a 10-1 Munford run on a basket with 3:30 left in the game to give her team a 38-30 lead. North Side never got closer than seven points the rest of the way. “I thought she took over the game,” Munford coach Steve Poindexter said about Lee. “She has really changed her mindset. She's worked her tail off and it's paying off.” Munford struggled shooting from the perimeter throughout the game, particularly in the first half. The Lady Cougars trailed by eight after one quarter and seven at the half. In the third and fourth quarters, Munford made a concerted effort to play better and defense and get the ball inside to Lee. “Our 3's weren't falling,” Lee said. “We had to find other ways to score. All of us are good at driving (to the basket), but that's what I do.” JNS's Brendi Stokes hit a pair of 3-pointers and added another one just before halftime to give North Side a 2014 lead. “I told them we were leaving Stokes open and she was going to make them,” Poindexter said. “At halftime I didn't say anything about offense. I told them

Ricky Foster, the Brighton High receiver who has put up some huge numbers the last three years on the gridiron, made some news off the field Wednesday morning in the Brighton High School library on National Signing Day, the day when high school football players around the country can make their college choices official. When he signed on the dotted line with Tennessee State University, he became just the second Cardinal football player in the last six years to ink a Division I scholarship and the only one in Tipton County this year. “It's a proud day,” said Brighton coach Will Wolfe. “I'm so excited for his family. So many people have worked hard to get to this point, including Ricky. Players, family … This is a reflection of him. He did the work.” He certainly did plenty of work on the field. Foster led the Cardinals last year with 44 catches for 913 yards and six scores as Brighton went 10-2, won District 13AA and advanced to the second round of the state playoffs. He racked up 1,079 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns as a junior and also led the Cardinals in receiving as a sophomore. Like Brighton, TSU throws the ball a lot, which is something that attracted Foster to the school. He made a verbal commitment to Arkansas State last fall but changed his mind after head coach Hugh Freeze left for Ole Miss. “I felt like the wide receiver

SEE MHS, PAGE B2

Above, Munford's Kierra Webb drives to the basket during District 13-AAA action Friday night in Munford. Webb had 15 points and the Lady Cougars won, 48-37, to take sole possession of first place in District 13-AAA. At right, Munford's Cedric Williams converts a 3-point play during action against the Indians. Munford lost, 54-47. Photos by Jeff Ireland

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Cards take out MHEA By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com After missing a month and a half with a foot injury, Brighton junior point guard Jonathan Stark returned to the lineup Saturday night and helped the Cardinals to a 67-43 win over Memphis Home Education Association. He hit a pair of 3-pointers and scored 11 points in the second quarter and finished with a gamehigh 19. “He's getting back in the groove,” said Brighton coach Darryle Rogers. “He's already back 100 percent mentally … The rest will come.” Brighton took control in the second quarter and led 39-20 at the half. Tony Brooks added 13 points and Moses Harper SEE BHS, PAGE B2

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Jim Baddour III, DDS and Staff February Events TCCA Office and the Covington Senior Center will be closed Monday, Feb. 20 in observance of President’s Day. Save the Date- Saturday, March 18, Shamrock-athon, a “rocking” good time to benefit the programs of TCCA. For more information call 476-3333. Just for Fun Creative Aging - On Friday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. in the Dining Hall of the CSC, Creative Aging presents the Queen of Beale Street, Ms. Ruby Wilson. Brighton senior Ricky Foster signs a football scholarship with Tennessee State University on Wednesday in the BHS library. He was joined at the signing by, from left, front, Cherrie Foster, sister; Ricky Foster, Sr., father, Gennette Foster, mother; back, Brian Crowson, athletic director,;Will Wolfe, coach; and Christi Huffman, principal. Photo by Jeff Ireland

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Continued from B1 coach (Mike Jones) at TSU was very good,” said Foster. Jones played several years in the NFL. “He’s been to the next level, so he knows what it takes … When I made my visit there, they made

me feel very welcome.” Foster is also a starter on the Cardinal basketball team. His dad, Ricky Foster, Sr., admits he probably likes basketball better than football, but said he couldn’t be happier with his son’s choice.

“It was hard because I’m a basketball fan,” the elder Foster said. “God had another plan …When we went to TSU to visit, they had great facilities. It’s just three hours away, so it’s going to be easy to go see him.”

MHS

Continued from B1 to put the effort into defense.” Stokes managed just three points in the second half. Munford took its first lead at 30-29 on a pair of Lee free throws with 7:18 left in the third quarter and never trailed again. Kierra Webb had a strong game for Munford. She scored 10 of Munford’s 15 first-half points and finished with 15. Brionca Cole led North Side with 16 points. In boys action, JNS held off a late

Munford rally to prevail 54-47. Munford (9-12, 1-5) cut a 10-point third-quarter deficit to two points midway through the fourth quarter before falling to the Indians. North Side grabbed a 42-32 lead in the final minute of the third quarter on a basket by Darius Tomlin. Behind four points each from Josh Harris and Sedric Pryor, Munford answered with a 10-2 run to trim the lead to 46-44 with 4:04 left in the game.

Munford got a 3-point play from Cedric Williams in the closing seconds of the second quarter and took a 24-23 lead into halftime. Harris led Munford with 11 points and Pryor finished with eight. Tomlin led North Side with 12 points. Munford returns to district action Friday night at Brighton before closing the regular season.

CHS

Continued from B1 In addition to the CHS guard’s inability to stop Westview’s guards from penetrating, the homestanding Chargers hit six 3-pointers in the second half to hold off the

Chargers. All five of their shots made from the floor in the 3rd quarter were from outside the arc. Jordan Davis, one of a pair of super-quick

points, all in the second half. Covington hosts Milan tomorrow night on Senior Night and closes the home regular season

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Continued from B1 hit a pair of 3-pointers in the third quarter and finished with 10. Avery Sanders led MHEA with 18. Brighton (13-9) has four games left in the regular season: Friday versus Munford, Tuesday vs. MHEA, Feb. 10 at Dyer County and Feb. 15 vs. FCA. The games against Munford and Dyer County will determine where the Cardinals are seeded in the district tournament, which begins in two weeks at Jackson North Side. Brighton (5-1 district) is currently in second place, one game behind the Choctaws. A win over Munford and in Newbern would put the Cardinals in a tie for first. “We’re trying to finish 4-0,” Rogers said. “That’s the goal. We just need to play together. Everybody’s looking forward to it.”

Westview guards, led the scoring parade with 17 points. His mate at the point, Antonio Hogard, had 16. DeMarcus Seaberry led CHS with 15

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ELM GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1108 Elm Grove Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8799 FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 900 Simmons Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-837-2683 FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH 6920 Highway 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-1008 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1422 Old Hwy 51 Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-0950 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ATOKA 102 Kimbrough Ave Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-0663 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MUNFORD 521 Giltedge Rd. Munford, TN 38058 901-837-1559 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COVINGTON 211 S. Main St. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2489 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MASON 359 Hwy 70 E Mason, TN 38049 MasonBaptistChurch.com FIRST BRIGHTON BAPTIST CHURCH 132 East Woodlawn Ave. Brighton, TN 38011 476-6180 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF COVINGTON 403 S. Main St. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2434 FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 145 West Church Ave Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9694 GARLAND BAPTIST CHURCH 1756 Garland Dr. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9691 GARLAND UNITED METHODIST 1613 Garland Drive Covington, TN 38058 901-476-9334 GATEWAY BAPTIST CHURCH 1915 Rosemark Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8087 GRACE TEMPLE APOSTOLIC CHURCH 8923 Mt Carmel Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1008 GREAT EXPECTATIONS COGIC 2053 Highway 51 S. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6666 GREATER ST. JOHN MBC 411 Shelton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-4765

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KELLEY’S CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 692 Garland Detroit Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 LIBERTY BAPTIST 2097 Holly Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-5273

REDEEMING GRACE LUTHERAN 1496 Munford Ave. Munford, TN 38058 901-840-2086 THE REFUGE 749A N. Main St Covington, TN 38019 901-603-3897 RIVER OF LIFE 220 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8781

LIGHTHOUSE PRAISE TEMPLE 826B HWY 51 COVINGTON, TN 38019 901-294-3866

SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3400 Atoka-Idaville Road Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8210

LIGHTHOUSE APOSTOLIC 2536 Tracy Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-9138 MASON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11733 Hwy 59 Mason, TN 38049 837-8308 MT. HERMAN CHURCH 3492 Quito-Drummonds Road, Millington, TN 38053(901) 8352886 MT. LEBANON ASSEMBLY 7560 Hwy 51 North Henning, TN 38041 MT. TIPTON CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-1165 MT. ZION CHURCH 838 S. Tipton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3233

SHILOH MB CHURCH 584 John Hill Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-0081 SIMONTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4100 Munford Gilt Egde Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-2168 SMYRNA BAPTIST CHURCH 7512 Hwy 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-6178 SOUTH TIPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 538 Simmons Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 837-2140 ST. ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 1225 Highway 51 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-8140 ST. LUKE BAPTIST CHURCH 632 St. Luke Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9746

MUNFORD BAPTIST CHURCH 1253 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-9276

ST. MARK AME CHURCH 842 Tipton Road Munford, TN 38058 (901) 837-1456

MUNFORD FIRST UNITED METHODIST 57 Tipton Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8881

ST. MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL 303 S. Munford Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6577

MUNFORD PRESBYTERIAN 60 East Main Street Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6721

ST. MATTHEW MB CHURCH 296 Mason-Charleston Rd. Stanton, TN 38069 901-476-5935

NEW BEGINNING CHURCH 1460 Atoka Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-412-0241

ST JOHN MISSIONARY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-2474

NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH 2357 Wilkinsville Rd Drummonds, TN 30823 901-835-5683 NEW HORIZON CHURCH OF GOD 1099 Hwy 51 N Covington, TN 38019 901-489-0447 NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 5123 Highway 176 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-0062 NEW LIFE PRESBYTERIAN CHRUCH 133 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6804 NEW SALEM UNITED METHODIST 7803 Munford Gilt Edge Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8536 OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4048 Highway 59 W Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7259

ST. JOHN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1602 Highway 59 West Covington, TN 38019 901-4767645 ST. PAUL EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2406 Hwy 70 East Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2641 ST. STEPHENS M.B. CHURCH 3827 Hwy 51 North Covington, TN 38019 901-476-1559 TABERNACLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4258 Highway 179 Covington 901-756-1071 TEMPLE OF PRAISE 8323 Richardson Landing Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-3462

PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4625 Highway 59 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7016

TIPTON CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 470 Watson Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8356

PLEASANT GROVE METHODIST 314 Gainesville Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3162

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 5954 Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8889

HOLLY GROVE CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN 4538 Holly Grove Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8379

POPLAR GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2600 Glen Springs Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2611

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11886 Main St. Mason, TN 38049

HEBRON COMMUNITY CHURCH Rayburn Rd. Covington, TN 38019

POPLAR GROVE U.M.C. 228 Quito Drummonds Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2568

HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-491-8138

PARADISE BAPTIST CHURCH 520 Simonton St. Covington, Tennessee 38019

WESTERN VALLEY BAPTIST 836 Church Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1255

HOPEWELL UNITED METHODIST 3866 MUNFORD GILTEDGE RD MUNFORD, TN 38058

QUITO UNITED METHODIST 4580 Quito Drummonds Rd. Millington, TN 38053 901-835-2318

WESTSIDE ASSEMBLY NON-DENOMINATIONAL 33 Paulette Circle Covington, TN 38019

RANDOLPH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1135 Randolph Rd. Burlison, TN 476-8244

WILLOW GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 618 Willow Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7337

GRACE OUTREACH WORSHIP CENTER 795 Tennessee Ave Covington,TN 38019 HATCHIE CHURCH OF CHRIST 1372 Highway 51 N Covington,TN 38019 901-476-9709

HOSANNA MINISTRIES 13779 Hwy 51 S. Atoka, TN 38004 901-840-4540

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH 5422 Drummonds Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2280

Toy Chest Preparatory

Richard Todd- Owner

Covington Granite works

RAVENSCROFT EPISCOPAL CHAPEL 8219 Holly Grove Rd, Brighton, TN Holy Eucharist, 1st & 3rd Morning Prayer - 2nd & 4th 8:45 a.m. 837-1312

Daycare & School Age Tutoring

Highway 51 South Covington Tn. 476-2240

718 Douglas St. Covington, TN

(901) 605-8637 (901) 313-9282

NOW REGISTERING!

Covington Funeral Home Magnolia Gardens Cemetery

201 Lanny Bridges • Covington TN.

476-4492

Open 24 hrs. Sherry Fitzpatrick, R.N. Director of Patient Services 901 Hwy 51 South Covington, TN 38019

901.476.2587 877.376.7579 Fax 901.475.6794

3499 Highway 51 South 476-3757 (Phone) 476-5373 (Fax) David Berryman, Funeral Director Jonathan Murphy, Funeral Director

“Caring for the Community with Compassion”

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SNAPSHOTS AWARD WINNERS During services on Sunday, Jan. 29, the 2011 winners of the Peyton Smith, Sue Arnold, Catherine Holloway Award were announced with John and Dean Shoaf and Tommy and Cristi Hill being honored. TOP: Pictured are, left to right, Rev. Deacon Richard Fletcher Jr., John and Dean Shoaf, Rev. Bill Ryan and Tim Sloan. BELOW: Pictured are, left to right, Rev. Deacon Richard Fletcher Jr., Cristi and Tommy Hill, Rev. Bill Ryan and Tim Sloan. Each couple was presented the award for their dedication and faithful service to the church since the 1950s and the 1980s, respectively.

"A Affordable & Accommodating"

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BUSINESS • HOME • AUTO • FARM • LIFE • HEALTH Tel: 901-476-7137 • Fax 901-476-3560 Securities offered through LPL FINANCIAL, member FINRA/SIPC

Tipton County Gun Trader 1015 B Hwy 51 North • Covington, TN

(901)476-0607 Jay Ridings Cell: 619-5991 John Evans Cell: 201-9426

Toy Chest Preparatory Daycare & School Age Tutoring

718 Douglas St. Covington, TN

(901) 605-8637 (901) 313-9282

NOW REGISTERING!

Steven Newman - Manager 2054 Highway 51 South • P.O. Box 189 Covington, TN 38019-0189 Office: 901-476-4936

Wooten Tractor Co.

2031 Highway 51 South • Covington , TN 38019

FAITH & FAMILY

Phone : 476-2631

Say “Yes” To God. Pray. Give. Go. By EMILY PEYTON COOK Special to The Leader Recently, I was watching a DVD produced by the International Mission Board that featured several testimonies of short and long-term missionaries around the world. The following story captured my attention and made me ponder the impact of saying “Yes” to God’s call to pray, to give, and to go each day. During the 2001 week of prayer, Southern Baptists were called to pray for the Deaf of the Czech Republic. God answered that prayer by using two women separated by an ocean. Lillian Beard was 90 years old when she said, “Yes” to God’s call to send her on a shortterm missions project to the Czech Republic. Anna Smolkova was a deaf Czech national who Lillian met there. There was something about Lillian that stood out to Anna. She “radiated” beauty and Anna didn’t believe she was 90 years old. She even asked to see her passport. Anna knelt before Lillian and asked her why she was so

beautiful. Lillian signed to Anna, “It’s the love of Jesus.” It struck a cord in Anna’s heart and a conviction that she couldn’t run from. “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect…” 1 Peter 3:15 Anna describes the experience as Lillian coming to her country and bringing Christ’s love to her. The effect of one woman saying “Yes” to God’s call to a foreign missions trip didn’t just end with Anna. Once Anna received Jesus, she shared that love with family members, friends, and the deaf in her community and many of them came to salvation in Christ. That led to another entire community in the Czech Republic being introduced to the love of Christ and receiving salvation all because one obedient woman came and radiated the love of Jesus. After watching the DVD testimony, I couldn’t get Lillian off

Church Bulletins Church bulletins, the section where we will share news briefs and church-related events, will run when space is available. To submit something to this section, call Echo Day at 901-4767116 or send an email to eday@covingtonleader.com. February 1-5 Pleasant Hill Full Gospel Church, 2739 Old Memphis Rd, Covington, will have a revival on Feb. 1

thru Feb. 5 beginning nightly at 7 p.m. Service on Feb. 5 will start at 6 p.m. February 11 The men of Central Christian Church, 400 S. Maple St., Covington, will host the adult’s Valentine Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. The meal will be catered. Reservations are required.

of my mind. I’ll bet she never thought that she would “win” a soul in the Czech Republic by just sitting and letting Christ flow through her and allowing His beauty to shine. Romans 1:20 says, "For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities-his eternal power and divine nature-have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse.” This testimony is proof of that verse. “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 The moral of this story is this: God called someone to pray, someone to give, and someone to go. Each of those people said “Yes” to God and were able to partake in the joy that came from being channels of blessing for the Lord to work through. Who are you and I to reach for Him today? We can’t let ourselves get overwhelmed that we can’t reach the world for

February 12 Pastor A. Timothy Leverette and Collins Chapel C.M.E. Church, West Ripley Avenue and North College Street, Covington, invite all to observe National Black History Month with them on Sunday, Feb. 12 at 4 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 5010 West Union, Millington, TN 38053 901-872-2264

Sunday School 9:00 am & 10:30 am Sundayy Worshipp 9:00am,10:30am,6:00 pm Wed. Services - 6:30 pm

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Christ by ourselves. We have to reach those God has placed before us today. Maybe He’s calling us to a missions project? Or maybe He’s calling us to reach out to our neighbors, strangers at the grocery store, or our children? We are called to pray, to give, and to go (across the street, the state, the country, or the world). He has promised to do the work through our obedience. Cook is a Christian blogger and lives with her husband Zach and their two children in Covington.You can read more about her faith on her blog, "Through the Lens of Faith," at www. emilypeytoncook.typepad. com.

The speaker will be Rev. Keith Norman, pastor of First Baptist Broad in Memphis. Music will be provided by various male choruses and choirs from Memphis, Covington and Tipton County. Hattye Yarbrough and Dorothy Kent are chairpersons.

Dunlap Retirement Center 24 hour staff

“Independent living with a helping hand”

1495 Dunlap Orphanage Rd., Brighton Office: (901) 476-7014 Kathy Keiter www.dunlapretirecenter.org Director

866-225-7214

www.reneshomecare.com

1701 Hwy. S. Covington Obituary Line: 476-9753 • Fax line: 476-1349 476-9778

Whitley & Hughes Family Eye Care Modern eye care with a hometown commitment!

312 South Main St. Covington 476-8614

68 Doctors Drive Munford 837-0188

3080 Hwy. 51 S. Covington TN 38019

476-8500

Atoka Fitness Center

Memberships as low as $15 a month! 101 Wesley Reed • Atoka, TN 38004

(901) 840-4900

TUESDAY NIGHT SPECIAL Reg. Hamburger #1 & #2 1/2 pprice 5p.m. - 11 p.m.

Open Sun - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Fri - Sat. 9 a.m. midnight 710 Hwy.51 N. Covington 476-1307

FRED'S

Covington SUPER DOLLAR STORE Munford 837-2000 476-3364

RL COULSTON & SONS Building Supplies / Contractor Covington, TN

476-9718

This Devotional & Directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services

Personal, in-home care for seniors Daily and weekly services • Short or long-term care

Landon B. Yarbrough - President

901-476-9525 901-476-0714

Hwy. 59W. and Bringle Road The Cook Family

RENE’S HOME CARE

Covington Memorial Gardens, Inc. "To Better serve Humanity"

TV Broadcast on Millington Cable Sunday's 10 a.m. & 9 p.m.

FFirst Utility District Tipton County “Natural Gas is Best”

Keep you loved one home instead of a nursing home

0 89 1 ce Maley - Yarbrough Funeral Home Inc. Sin

WOODS

SALES & SERVICE

Check Advance • Jewelry • Title Loans

Pawn Shop 14382 Hwy. 51 S.

Atoka, TN 38004 (901)837- Cash (2274) • (Across from 51 furn)

DAN PICKARD OWNER MICAH FULCHER MANAGER

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9030 Hwy 51 N. • Millington

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Hometown Medical Services, LLC

Make Your Pet’s Grooming Experience a Pleasant One

111 Munford St. South • Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9996 • 901-476-9986 Fax Alan Hopkins, Msn, Rn, Cs, Acnp

PET SALON

(901) 476-3386

Linda B. Mills

Cell (901) 489-5559

Deadline for all classified ads is Tuesday at 10 a.m.

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EMPLOYMENT DRIVERS

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HOUSEHOLD GOODS

316

MATCHING WALNUT SOLID WOOD, (5 DRAWER) CHEST OF DRAWERS AND TWO NIGHT STANDS (WITH TWO DRAWERS) $175 FOR SET. 901-299-6918

WANTED TO BUY

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Drivers:

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Pays top dollar for your gold & silver coins 476-5206 Diabetic Test Strips Needed! $$ Cash $$ paid most types. Up to $10/box. Call 731-468-6964 Local Business would like to purchase a used time clock to document employee time. Call 901476-7116.

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New Homes from $139,900. USDA Financing - No Down Payment. Crye-Leike 901-372-3690. Patti Baggett 901-218-8730

Pilkington Properties, 217 Cotton Top Rd. Covington, TN 38019, 3 b/room, 2 bath,1 car garage. 750 month, 300 deposit. 901-484-2770.

LOTS & ACREAGE

705

1 acre MH lot. 1701 Akins Store, Munford. $250mn Country setting/ Garden spot. 303-957-8194

COMM./INDUST. PROPERTY FOR RENT 802 Commercial Bldg in Brighton on 1 acre. Approx. 2000 sqft building set up for cabinet shop/hobby shop/etc. Has office, eating area, 2 bathrooms and large open area for business. $650/mo. Chuck: (901) 485-8655

APARTMENTS FOR RENT 901

CDL-A DRIVERS: Assigned Trucks, Affordable Benefits, Paid Orientation, Passenger Policies Available, Paid Vacation. 573-471-9732 www.sjpti. com Drivers: OD/Flatbed. Class A. 2 yrs Exp. Req. OD: Hourly pay/Flatbed: Driver Wages Recently Increased! $.40-.50cpm. Trinity Logistics GroupEEO/AA 800-533-7862 Drivers: Opies Transport hiring OTR Drivers w/1yr OTR Exp, No HazMat/NYC. Drivers paid Practical Miles 800-341-9963 www.opiestransport. com

MISC. HELP WANTED

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Comfort Keepers Caregivers-Needed:InHome Care is seeking caregivers to provide inhome care to our clients in Tipton County, Millington and Arlington. Must pass background checks, have dependable auto, provide proof of auto insurance. Call 731635-0354. Lawn mower technician needed. Must have experience. 18 or older. Must apply in person. 1324 Hwy 51 N. Covington. 901-476-7672

PROFESSIONAL

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Bank Positions, Branch Manager, Assist. Manager, Senior Lender, Credit Analyst, New Account Rep, Teller. resume@claytonbank.com Krayola Learning Academy is needing full time child care providers with at least 2 yrs. child care experience. Please send resume to P.O. Box 8 Covington, TN. 38019 or email krayolainc@bellsouth.net Childcare in my home. 20 yrs experience and reasonable rates. Jane (901)832-6571

GARAGE SALES Munford High School, Inside Benefit for Pool family. Sat. 8am-2pm.

CLOTHING/APPAREL

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FORMAL GOWNS. 1 short (red w/rhinestones), 2 floor length, 1strapless black sparkle, 1 peach sparkle. Sizes 4, 6 & 10. $60 each. Call 901-832-0226.

Duplex Apartment: 2br,1ba, stove, refrigerator furnished, has washer and dryer hookup. Great for single or married couple. No pets, No section 8. $500/mn, $200/dep. 901-4769337.

MR. MOBILE, I COME TO YOU!! Oil changes, Brakes, Minor tune-ups, and More. “Fleets and Semi’s included” Call 901-201-9287.

T WO - A N D - T H R E E - B E D RO O M Townhomes in Brighton. Excellent schools. Call 901-476-8000 or 901201-0956.

3BR 2BA 1010 Crestview, all appliances, hardwood/carpet fenced in backyard $84,000(901)301-3578 or 476-7750

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HOMES FOR RENT

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2 bedrooms, 1 bath, old style clean house, Munford schools, appliances not provided, no pets, $600 dep. $650 month, Sharon 490-8203 2br, 1ba, Brick house in country near Covington. No pets. $650/mn. 901476-5547. 2br, 1ba, fenced back yard Covington. $450 plus Dep. 901-4762875. 3 br 2 ba brick home in Brighton. No pets. $500 deposit $900 per month. (901)301-3578. 3 BR, 1 BA, large yard. 191 Grant Lane, Mason $550/mo., $450/deposit. Water paid 901-282-8898. 3 BR, 2 Ba, LR, Dining Rm, Kitchen, Laundry Rm., Central H/A, Manufactured home for rent, country setting. $700.00/mo, $600.00 down. Holly Grove area - 6 Mins from Hwy

AUTUMN HILLS $250 Deposit 4 - Bedroom, 2 - Full Baths, Now Leasing

$535 - $550/mo. Call 731-635-7177 For More Information

BUILD YOUR CAREER Professional Field Representative wanted for Covington, TN area, no experience required. Excellent training program, sales track, income potential and benefits for those who qualify. Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society, Omaha, Nebraska. Resume to: Woodmen Of the World, 545 Cavalier Dr., Alamo, TN 38001. Office: 731-696-2272, leave message. Teacher’s Assistant-Correction position -- State of Tennessee, Department of Children's Services, Wilder Youth Development Center in Somerville, Tennessee. This is a Civil Service Position with all State benefits. Monthly Salary: $1674.00 $2680.00. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to three years of teaching or teaching assistance work providing instruction in academic or vocational subjects in a classroom setting; additional coursework may be substituted for the required experience on a year-foryear basis. Interested applicants should apply online at www.tennessee.gov/dohr. Contact Patricia Simpson at 901-465-7359 ext 279, 13870 Highway 59, Somerville,TN 38068, if you have any questions regarding submitting your application on-line. The State of Tennessee is an equal opportunity, equal access, and affirmative action employer. Applicants with disabilities may contact the TN Relay Center at 1-800-848-0299 for T.D.D. Access.

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Large 1 bedroom apartment in Munford. Water/sewer and garbage paid. Low utilities. $450/Mo. Chuck: (901) 485-8655

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3br, 2ba, MHDW 2 acres, Brighton Schools $700mn, $700dep. 901-2396566.

TRAILERS

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HOMES FOR SALE

3br, 2ba, MH. Brighton school district. Gainsville community .Rent $550 plus deposit. 901-239-6566.

2br, 1.5ba, $575/mn in Covington. Remax On Track. Call David Maley at 901-873-3312.

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2br, 1ba, 2 car garage, screened back porch, storage room, fenced yard. 3.5 miles W. of Covington. $475 plus deposit. 901-476-2875.

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2BR mobile home for rent in the Brighton area. 476-7632.

MH for rent, 1br, water and sewage paid. No pets. $500/dep, $380/mn. 901-837-7544.

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MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT 903

Burlison area. 2br, 1.5ba MH, $450mn. 901-837-6800 or 901-8370872.

All levels of instruction available. Call Marty 901-412-0484

1437 Hwy 51 N., Covington, TN

House For Rent, Brighton Village/Brighton Schools, 3BR/2BA, Fireplace, Whirlpool Tub, Hardwood Floors,Ceramic, 2 Car Garage. $500 Deposit/$1000 Month Rent. 901-4767761 Pilkington Properties, 1210 Old Brighton Rd. Covington, TN. 380192 b/room,1 bath, 600 month, 300 deposit. 901-484-2770

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We can help you harvest your pecan crop. We pay up to $1.10 on # 1 grade pecans

4be, 2ba in Covington area. Section 8 welcome. $685/mn deposit required. 901-229-3681.

Charming, 4br, 2ba, New Laminated floors and carpet, garage. 1487 Sandpiper Dr., Covington. Details, 901-299-6278.

PROFESSIONAL Drivers:

51. No Section 8; References & Credit Report required. Call or email Chris McWilliams 901-487-9212, cmcwilliams@wmt.com.

VEHICLES WANTED

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CASH for vehicles, running or not 95’ to 2010’ 901-786-2505 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING WORKS! ONE call & your 25 word ad will appear in 92 Tennessee newspapers for $265/wk or 20 West TN newspapers for $95/wk. Call Teri at 476-7116

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS ONE & TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT THE COMPLEX OFFICE Or Call 901-476-3830 (TDD 1-800-557-6254) For Information.

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION No. CH-12-0027-2 IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE IN THE MATTER OF: OLIVIA HOPE BOAZ (DOB: December 1, 2011), A Minor, AGAPE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES, INC., Petitioner, vs. DONALD JOSEPH WARD, STEVE “LAST NAME UNKNOWN”, and ANY UNKNOWN FATHER, Respondents. It appearing from the sworn petition for termination of parental rights filed in this cause, that the whereabouts of the Respondents, Donald Joseph Ward, Steve “Last Name Unknown”, and Any Unknown Father, are unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent inquiry. It further appearing that Respondent, Steve “Last Name Unknown”, is an approximately 6’1” tall Caucasian male with light brown hair, beard, and mustache. It furthering appearing that conception occurred in a home off Highway 64 after Respondent, Steve “Last Name Unknown”, met the birthmother at a club at Sycamore View and Macon Road in Memphis, Tennessee. It is therefore ordered that Respondents, Donald Joseph Ward, Steve “Last Name Unknown, and Any Unknown Father, make their appearance herein at the Chancery Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, 140 Adams Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee on Friday, the 16th day of March, 2012, at 9:00 a.m. and answer petitioner’s petition for termination of parental rights or the same will be taken for confessed as to Respondents and this cause proceeded with ex parte, and that a copy of this order be published once a week for four consecutive weeks both in The Daily News of Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee and in The Leader of Tipton County, Tennessee. This 9th day of January 2012. CHANCERY COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY By: Gar y Donaldson Kevin W. Weaver WEAVER & CRAIG, P.C. Attorneys for Petitioner 51 Germantown Court, Suite 112 Cordova, Tennessee 38018 (901) 757-1700 Publish: 1/12/12, 1/19/12, 1/26/12, and 2/2/12.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated MARCH 20, 2002, executed by MARGARET FAULKNER (A/K/A MARGARET L. FAULKNER), AN UNMARRIED PERSON, to I. DYKE TATUM, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 995, PAGE 23, for the benefit of UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A. AS TRUSTEE; the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A. AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE AGREEMENT DATED NOVEMBER 1, 2003, being the present owner/holder or authorized agent, designee or servicer of the holder/owner of said indebtedness, has requested foreclosure proceedings to be instituted; and as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit:

PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: THE ANNIE ELLIS LOT ON THE EAST SIDE OF COLLEGE STREET IN THE CITY OF MUNFORD, TN IN TIPTON COUNTY, TN AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN IN THE EAST LINE OF COLLEGE STREET, SAID PIN BEING IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF OTIS P. MCKELL’S LOT (BOOK 705, PAGE 64); THENCE NORTH 04 DEGREES, 18 MINUTES, 11 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF COLLEGE STREET, 90.00 FEET TO A SET IRON PIN; THENCE EAST 589.60 FEET TO AN IRON POST IN THE WEST LINE OF THE PINES SUBDIVISION (PLAT CAB. A, SLIDE 154B); THENCE SOUTH 05 DEGREES, 15 MINUTES, 01 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID PINES SUBDIVISION, 270.25 FEET TO AN IRON POST; THENCE WEST 59.4 FEET TO AN IRON POST IN THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LILLIAN BURGETT LOT (BK 196, PAGE 106); THENCE NORTH 04 DEGREES, 49 MINUTES, 02 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID BURGETT AND MCKELL’S LOTS 180.00 FEET TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF MCKELL LOT, 479.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO MARGARET FAULKNER AND MARY MCKNETT, JOINT TENANTS WITH FULL RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP, BY DEED DATED SEPTEMBER 28, 1999 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 880, PAGE 350, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. ALSO BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED FROM MARY MCKNETT TO MARGARET FAULKNER, BY QUITCLAIM DEED DATED MARCH 20, 2002 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 995, PAGE 21, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. FURTHER BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED FROM MARGARET FAULKNER TO RICHARD ALLEN BRENNER AND RUBY LYNN BRENNER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, BY QUITCLAIM DEED DATED APRIL 28, 2009 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1435, PAGE 398, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 350 COLLEGE STREET, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058. MAP 112E GROUP G PARCEL 003.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 671-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE T RU S T E E / S U B S T I T U T E TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER.

OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: RICHARD ALLEN BRENNER; RUBY LYNN BRENNER THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, January 16, 2012. This is improved property known as 350 COLLEGE STREET, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058. J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F11-2910

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in payment of the debts and obligations to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed the 15th day of November, 2006, by Joe A. Curtis and Kimberly A. Curtis, to Jerry P. Spore, as Trustee, for the Beneficiary, BancorpSouth Bank, as the same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1311, Pages 473-482; and Jeffrey D. Germany, R. Lee Webber, M. Shawn Cardwell, or H. Chase Pittman having been appointed Substitute Trustee by Substitution of Trustee of record at Record Book 1531, Pages 977-977 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. And the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Jeffrey D. Germany, R. Lee Webber, M. Shawn Cardwell, or H. Chase Pittman, will on Friday, February 17, 2012, commencing at Twelve o’clock noon at the North door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to wit: Situated in the County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Description of a 10.00 acre tract being the Kimberly Ann Roberts property as recorded in Deed Book 631 - Page 448, said property being located on the West side of Highway 14 in the 7th Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee. Beginning at a found iron in the West R.O.W. line of Highway 14 being the Easternmost southeast corner of Kimberly Ann Roberts as recorded in Deed Book 631 - Page 448, also being the Southernmost Southwest corner of the Robin L. Roberts property, Deed Book 641 - Page 886, thence in a Southwestwardly direction, along said R.O.W. line, S 44 deg. 05’ 27” W, 100.00 feet to a found iron being the Southwest corner of this tract; thence in a Northwestwardly direction, along a West line of this tract, N 44 deg. 53’ 43” W, passing a found iron at 686.15 feet at the water edge of a lake, but in all a distance of 870.09 feet to an angle point; thence N 07 deg. 25’ 55” E, 518.81 feet to the Northwest corner of this tract, also being the exterior corner of Robin L. Roberts, also being in the East line of William Clay Ballard, Deed Book 625 - Page 286; thence in a Southeastwardly direction, along an East line of this partition and a West line of Robin L. Roberts, the following (3) courses: S 53 deg. 00’ 56” E, 300.00 feet to an angle point; thence N 81 deg. 59’ 04” E, 105.36 feet to an angle point; thence S 44 deg. 41’ 13” E, passing a found iron post at the waters’ edge of a lake at 290.34 feet, but in all a distance of 360.34 feet to a found iron being the Northeast corner of this tract and an interior of Robin L. Roberts; thence in a Southeastwardly direction, along the East line of this tract and a West line of Robin L. Roberts, S 01 deg. 43’ 41” E, 637.31 feet to the point of beginning and containing 10.00 acres, more or less. Being the same property conveyed to Kimberly Ann Roberts (now Kimberly Ann Curtis) at Book 631, page 448 of the Tipton County Register’s Office. Tax Parcel No.: 130 06900 000 Other Interested Parties: United States Internal Revenue Service First Tennessee Bank

The street address of the above described property is believed to be: 8135 Austin Peay (Highway 14), Brighton, TN 38011, but such address is not a part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. All right and equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. Sale made subject to prior liens, encumbrances or Trust Deeds, if any, now of record in the Tipton County Register’s Office and any lien for any unpaid City or County property taxes. Sale is further subject to all easements of record. Sale is further subject to rights of spouse to dower and curtesy, if any. The right is reserved to adjourn the date of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Jeffrey D. Germany R. Lee Webber M. Shawn Cardwell H. Chase Pittman Marshall Digmon Morton & Germany, PLLC 45 N. Third Street, Suite 201 Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 522-0050 Publication Dates: January 19, January 26, and February 2, 2012.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated DECEMBER 29, 1997, executed by JON W. HALL, II (A/K/A JON WAYNE HALL, II) AND MELISSA J. HALL, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to MONTE S. CONNELL, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 816, PAGE 490, for the benefit of AMERICAN MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to TRANS FINANCIAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION; the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO TRANS FINANCIAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION, being the present owner/holder or authorized agent, designee or servicer of the holder/owner of said indebtedness, has requested foreclosure proceedings to be instituted; and as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE, IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: LOT 44, KINCAID ESTATES SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET C, SLIDE 45 IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JON W. HALL, II AND MELISSA J. HALL, HUSBAND AND WIFE, BY DEED DATED DECEMBER 29, 1997 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 816, PAGE 488, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. ALSO BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED FROM JON W. HALL TO MELISSA J. HALL, BY QUITCLAIM DEED DATED FEBRUARY 22, 2011

OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1505, PAGE 899, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 569 KINCAID DRIVE, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058 (A/K/A 569 KINCAID DRIVE, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004). MAP 145D GROUP B CONTROL MAP 144A PARCEL 001.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 671-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE T RU S T E E / S U B S T I T U T E TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, January 18, 2012. This is improved property known as 569 KINCAID DRIVE, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058 (A/K/A 569 KINCAID DRIVE, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004). J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F11-2771

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on May 9, 2005, by Rommel Asug and Elizabeth D. Ross Asug to Monte S. Connell, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, under Book 1207, Page 172, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to SunTrust Mortgage, Inc.; and WHEREAS, SunTrust Mortgage, Inc., the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5-117 (i), not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee

Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, February 9, 2012, commencing at 10:00 AM at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 790, Phase II, Section E, Blaydes Estates Subdivision, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 26-B, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is made for a more particular description of said property. This being the same property conveyed to grantor herein by warranty deed being filed simultaneously herewith. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 512 Kearns Circle, Atoka, TN 38004 CURRENT OWNER(S): Rommel Asug and Elizabeth D. Ross Asug The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements aor set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: American Mortgage Services, Inc. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o RMW Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 File No.: 221.1105617TN Web Site: www.jflegal.com Insertion Dates: Jan. 19, Jan.26, Feb.02, 2012

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on December 20, 2006, by Ellis M. Barrett to John P. Roberts, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, under Book 1320, Page 591, as re-recorded in Book 1336, Page 712, aforesaid records, and (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Fannie Mae (“Federal National Mortgage Association”); and WHEREAS, Fannie Mae (“Federal National Mortgage Association”), the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5117 (i), not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, February 9, 2012, commencing at 10:00 AM at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 21, Rhodes Estates Subdivision, Section B, as shown on plat of

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2012 ▪ B8 www.covingtonleader.com record in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 98, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 340 Ash Rene Drive, Millington, TN 38053 CURRENT OWNER(S): Ellis M. Barrett The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o CS11 Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 File No.: 1168.J1103588TN Web Site: www.jflegal.com Insertion Dates: 1/19/2012, 1/26/2012, 02/2/2012

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE WHEREAS default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated the 11th day of September, 2003, executed by Jimmie L. McClerkin and Theta McClerkin, conveying certain real property therein described to William G. Simpson, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, recorded March 17, 2001, at Book 1094, Page 882. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Sara C. Brasfield, having been appointed Substitute Trustee, by the virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on February 21, 2012 at 10:05 a.m. at the North Door of the Courthouse in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, where the foreclosure sales are customarily held at the Tipton County Courthouse, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to-wit: Beginning at a stake, the northeast corner of the Elcan tract in the west right of way of the Covington and Charleston gravel road; thence with the Elcan’s south line south 40 1/2 west 208.7 feet to a stake; thence south 48 1/2 east 104.35 feet to a stake; thence north 40 1/2 east 208.7 feet to a stake in the west line of the above road; thence with the same north 48 1/2 west 104.35 feet to the beginning, containing 0.50 acres. HOWEVER THERE IS EXCEPTED FROM THE ABOVE DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND THE FOLLOWING: Beginning at a point in the present South right of way line of the Covington to Stanton Road, said point being the Northwest corner of the Louise Sanders Pope 13.1 acre tract and the Northeast corner of the subject tract, thence Northwestwardly along the present South right of way line around a curve to the left having a radius of 11,429.16 feet a distance of 104.26 feet to a point in the Northwest corner of the subject tract and the Northeast corner of the J.T. Craig 30.3 acre tract thence south 44° 30’ West along the West line of the subject tract a distance of 20.01 feet to a point in the proposed right of way line, thence South 47° 08’ East along the proposed right of way line a distance of 104.38 feet to a point in the East line of the subject tract , thence North 43° 55’ East along the East line a distance of 18.12 feet to the point of beginning as shown on the Right of Way

Plan Sheet No. 27 of the subject property, prepared by the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, Jackson, Tennessee, 1975. Containing 0.046 acre. (Conveyed to Tipton County 400/328.) PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address is believed to be 443 Highway 179, Covington, TN 38019. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): Jimmie L. McClerkin and Theta McClerkin OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: Southwest TN EMC The sale of the abovedescribed property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This the 23rd day of January, 2012. SARA C. BRASFIELD, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P. O. Box 765 Covington, TN. 38019 (901) 476-3973

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE WHEREAS default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated the 13th day of October, 2007, executed by Charles R. Martin and Judy S. Martin, conveying certain real property therein described to William G. Simpson, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, recorded October 15, 2007, at Book 1367, Page 512. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Sara C. Brasfield, having been appointed Substitute Trustee, by the virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on February 21, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at the North Door of the Courthouse in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, where the foreclosure sales are customarily held at the Tipton County Courthouse, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to-wit: Lying and being in the County of Tipton, State of Tennessee, and thus described: Lot Number 10 located and bounded as indicated and shown on the map or plat of the HYDE MILLS INC. SUBDIVISION of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 196, pages 789, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description. PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address is believed to be 430 Hyde Park Circle, Covington, Tennessee 38019. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): Charles R. Martin and Judy S. Martin OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE The sale of the abovedescribed property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restric-

tive covenants, easements, or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This the 23rd day of January, 2012. SARA C. BRASFIELD, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P. O. Box 765 Covington, TN. 38019 (901) 476-3973

Order of Publication In this case it appearing that the Estate of Barbara Gaines is insolvent and that Walter Lee Gaines, Jr. is absent and can not be found so as to give notice that said estate is insolvent and due to such insolvency it is necessary that the real property which passed under the will be sold to pay creditors. Notice is hereby given that Walter Lee Gaines, Jr.; is hereby required to appear and object is so desired within thirty (30) days after the date of the last publication of this notice; otherwise the sale of 1090 Highway 179, Covington, TN 38019 and 520 College Street, Covington, TN 38019 shall be ordered by this Court and the proceeds expended to pay the claims against the estate, the costs of the estate, and any remaining funds to the devisees of said estate. It is further ORDERED that this Notice shall be published in the Covington Leader, a newspaper of general publication in Tipton County, Tennessee once weekly for four (4) consecutive weeks requiring the said Walter Lee Gaines, Jr.; to appear and object to such sale if desired. Martha Brasfield Chancellor 26jan4wp

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO PR2975 ESTATE OF Houston Mize. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 12th day of January, 2012. Letters of Testamentary in the respect of the estate of Houston Mize, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 26th day of January, 2012. Patsy Waits Executrix 26jan2wp Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE IN THE MANER OF: Barbara Gaines NO. P2750 DECEASED

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated September 29, 2006, executed by DOROTHY TAYLOR, A SINGLE PERSON, conveying certain real property therein described to WALKER TIPTON as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on October 2, 2006, as Instrument No. 94204, in Book 1302, at Page 145; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR-BY-MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICNG, LP who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclose (“Notice”) was given in compliance with Tennessee law by the mailing a copy of the Notice to the parties at least sixty (60) days prior to the first publication of the Substitute Trustee’s Sale. WHEREAS, the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., having been appointed by as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as Substitute Trustee or its duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on February 24, 2012, 11:00 AM at the Tipton County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: BEING LOT #11 OF TATLOCK LAKE ROAD SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN BY PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE

174, OF THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. PROPERTY SUBJECT TO SUBDIVISION RESTRICTIONS, BUILDING LINES AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 174, IN REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. PARCEL ID: 040E B 00700 000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 146 TATLOCK CIRCLE, COVINGTON, TN 38019. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): DOROTHY TAYLOR OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: American General Financial Services The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2984-0407 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (866) 681-5002 Registered Agent: CT Corporation System 800 South Gay Street, Suite 2021 Knoxville, TN 37929 Tel: (865) 3423522 TS#: 11-0129552 FEI # 1006.151989 02/02/2012, 02/09/2012, 02/16/2012

FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made by failure to comply with the terms and conditions of a certain Deed of Trust dated June 4, 1999, executed by Keith M. Ross, recorded in Book 868, Page 492, Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, and wherein the said Keith M. Ross conveyed the property therein described to William C. Ford, Trustee, to secure the indebtedness therein described, and the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust and note, and payment not having been made as demanded; and the undersigned, Joel E. Jordan, of 3326 Aspen Grove Drive #604, Franklin, Tennessee 37067, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee in the place and stead of William C. Ford, Trustee, said appointment being set forth in the Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, notice is hereby given that I, Joel E. Jordan, Substitute Trustee, having been requested so to do by the lawful owner of said indebtedness, will on Wednesday, February 29, 2012, at 12:00 Noon at the north corner of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash,

free from equity of redemption, homestead and dower, and all other exemptions of every kind, all of which are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, the following described real estate in Tipton County, Tennessee: A certain tract or parcel of land, together with all improvements thereon, situate, lying, and being in the 6th Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee, and more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEING Lot #18 of Simmons Road Subdivision as recorded in Slide E, page 91, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. The above described lot is subject to the restrictive covenants of Simmons Road Subdivision, Section “C”, as recorded in Record Book 832, page 687, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, along with the restrictions as set forth on said plat recorded in Slide E, page 91, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Being the same property conveyed to Keith Ross by Deed to Real Estate from Mallard Development dated June 4, 1999 and recorded in Record Book 868, Page 490, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Included in this conveyance is a 1999 Fleetwood mobile home, Serial #TNFLX27A/ B20341-SR12. This is improved property known as Simmons Road Sub. Lot #18, Atoka, Tennessee 38004. The 2011 taxes are currently due and payable. Said sale is subject to any and all unpaid taxes and any other prior claims, liens, easements, set back lines and restrictions. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE T RU S T E E / S U B S T I T U T E TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. THE NOTICE OF RIGHT TO FORECLOSE HAS BEEN SENT AS REQUIRED BY T.C.A. §35-5117. JOEL E. JORDAN Substitute Trustee STELTEMEIER & WESTBROOK, PLLC 3326 Aspen Grove Drive, #604 Franklin, Tennessee 37067 February 2, February 9 and February 16, 2012.

Frost Auto Repair 123 Woodlawn Plantation Dr. Brighton, TN 38011 Lien to be satisfied by public auction Saturday, February 4, 2012 (1) 2006 Kia Sorento VIN# KNDJD7333X6SS5315

NOTICE TO DELINQUENT TAXPAYERS! Friday March 30th 2012 Is the last day you can pay your 2010 delinquent property taxes at Atoka Town Hall, 334 Atoka-Munford Avenue, Atoka, TN. You are advised that after Friday March 30th 2012 Additional penalties, interest, and court cost will be imposed in consequence of suits to be filed for enforcement of the lien for taxes against property; until filing of such suits, taxes may be paid in my office through 5:00 p.m. on Friday March 30th 2012 I will not publish a listing of said delinquent taxpayers. Your 2010 delinquent tax payment must have been received in my office by Friday March 30th 2012 Atoka Town Hall is open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For any questions please contact us at 837-5300. Town of Atoka Debbie Pickard, Town Recorder

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By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Otis Jackson Jr., Clerk of the General Sessions Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, dated the 18 Aug 2011, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # 1093646 Rice Amundsen & Caperton Vs Jim Trotter Rolex (Unauthenticated) Watch Oyster Perpetual

Sat 8-3 & Sun 11-3 Covington TN at 1467 Hwy 51 North (on the west side of Hwy 51). Partial listing: Bookshelves; tables-sm & Ig; cast iron; antique wood cook stove, parlor stove, & kerosene cook stove; rugs; lamps; primitives; oak, walnut, & cherry tables; lots of chairs-sets of 4 & pairs; rocking chairs; children’s chairs; Victorian sofas; platform rockers; John Deere 'middle-buster' plow & others; quilts & quilt racks; Eastlake & Chinese Chippendale twin beds; 1930's china cabinet; chest of drawers; lamps & more. Email: genesneed@gmail.com

THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Jimmy Moore., Clerk of the Circuit Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, dated the 28 June 2011, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # CT-001113-10 Northgate Veterinary Hospital LLC Vs Gina Austin 2003 Ford E-350 Van - Vin # 1FDWE35F63HB14533 THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

POSITION AVAILABLE SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Mike Forbess Clerk of the General Sessions Court of Tipton County, Tennessee, dated the 29 June 2011, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # 11-CV-355 Thornton’s Home Furnishing Vs Cora Dye Sony AMFM CD Player (8196811), Sony 8” SubWoofer (8058215), Magnavox DVD/VCR (U37539289A), Symphonic 24” TV (V33551670) THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Jimmy Moore, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, dated the 28 May 2010, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # 306234T Patricia Tolly Vs Krystal Cantrell 3 Door GMC Truck (Green) - Vin # 1GTCS19X438123402 THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

The City of Gilt Edge is seeking qualified applicants for the position of City Recorder. Requirements for the position include: • Proficiency in the use of Quick Books • Minimum of five years experience in the field of accounting and bookkeeping • Ability to be bonded • CPA and/or degree in Administration, Accounting, Finance, or closely related field preferred but not required Send resume and cover letter no later than Saturday February 11, 2012 to: City of Gilt Edge PO Box 123 Burlison, TN 38015 Contact Mayor Steve Fletcher, 901-476-9402 with any questions. Steve Fletcher, Mayor

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Almyra Libby Click Hi everyone. It has been a very unique week, to say the least. Last Thursday was my birthday. I was having a wonderful day. Then come evening, my grandson, Chase Kidd, who is 14, had a basketball game. We try not to miss too many of the kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; games. However, that was one I wish I had not gone to. The game was almost over when Chase went up to make a basket. Suddenly, someone jumped into him and sent him flying into the concrete wall. I was standing nearby and heard the impact. It sounded like a bomb. I went running

over immediately. Thank the Lord Dr. Armour and Dr. Scott Craig were both there and came over to see about him. His head was bleeding. I was so terrified. They recommended he go to the LeBonheur emergency room in Memphis. So the ambulance can and picked up and of course my daughter Sherri Ann went with him. David followed closely behind. To make a long story short, he had an MRI and all is well inside. Some stitches on the eyebrow and he is home and ready to play again. Little hardheaded man! Ruined my birthday. Upon leaving the gym, Charlie said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You

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Mary Sue Blalack of Brighton in celebration of her 100th birthday. It is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 4 from 2-4 p.m. at Brighton Baptist. Have you ever shopped for a 100-year old birthday card? Believe me, they are few and far between. Please contact Dianne Patton (569-0342) if you our your spouse would like to participate in the Young Married study. Books needs to be ordered soon. Happy birthdays this week go to Rose Eubank, Lonnie Osbourn, Payson McDaniel, Judy Baum, Farrah Cope and Kyle Strickland. Hope each are the greatest.

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Covington Church of Christ Worship is at 10:30 each Sunday morning and again at 5:30 in the afternoon. Everyone is always welcome. Bible study is at 9 a.m. Sundays and again at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. Brother Mike Rogers is our minister and Brother Jeff Phillips our associate minister and youth director. We extend our sympathy to Johnny Jones and family in the recent passing of his wife, Mrs. Shirley Jones. She leaves two sons, Eric Jones and Casey Jones. Also we ask for prayers for the Seelye family in the passing of Mrs. Rebecca Jean Seelye. She leaves her husband, Kenneth, and daughters Kira Tedder and Ryan Seelye.

The daughter of Lee and Paulette Graham. We have a very special prayer request for Mrs. Virginia Baxter as she is 98 years old, hospitalized and not doing well. Please remember her daughter, Miss LaVerne Baxter, as she has been her caretaker for many years. Also for Mrs. Dorothy McDaniel, aunt of Charlieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. She has tremendous difficulty breathing and is on a respirator. Some very special ladies. Happy birthdays this week go to Lawson Maxwell and Mrs. Jennifer Phillips. Hope they are each the greatest. Happy anniversary to Scrapper and Joyce Scott. In closing, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day is less than two weeks away. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very important to share a few extra moments with the love of your life. Let them know how much they are loved. Life goes by so fast. God has blessed us in so many ways. Have a great week everyone.

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CHS downs Dyersburg By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com Seeking to avenge an early-December, lastsecond one-point loss and needing to atone for a pair of unexpected recent District 13-AA losses, the Lady Chargers traveled to Dyersburg last Tuesday to take on the APâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fourthranked Lady Trojans. In a game in which they never trailed, the Lady Chargers used a scrappy man-to-man defense, 72 percent free throw shooting and the inspired post play of senior Demiah Eaton to come away with a convincing 50-36 win to improve to 15-8 overall and 9-4 in district play. Dyersburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record fell to 20-4, 10-3. The first period ended in a 5-5 tie. Neither team could find the range from the floor nor could they handle the ball as the two squads combined for 16 turnovers in the period. An 8-0 run to open the second quarter gave CHS a lead they would not relinquish. The Lady Trojans cut the lead to one late in the third, but a 9-0 Covington run expanded the lead to 10 by quarterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end. The Lady Chargers would lead by as many as 16 in the fourth while holding DHS to seven points in the period. Covingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Precious Harvey took top scoring honors with 20 points. She had strong help from Demiah Eatonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 17 points in the paint, which included 11 in the third period. Dyersburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior guard, K.K. Tate led the Lady Trojans with 15. Following Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win at Dyersburg, the Lady Chargers headed to Martin Westview to take on their Charger counterparts in a game for outright third place in the district. Despite leading for almost the entire game, CHS faltered late to take another painful District 13AA loss, 51-44. Using a 10-1 run in the first period, Covington (15-9, 9-5) kept Westview at bay throughout the first three periods, at times expanding the lead to 10. The Westview Chargers kept it close, cutting the margin to 37-31 headed to the fourth quarter. Then the roof caved in. Westview (16-7, 104) outscored CHS 20-7 in the fourth period, dropping in three of their six 3-point shots in the quarter. They tied the game at 41 with 4:04 remaining and took the lead for good at the 4:00 minute mark using a 10-3 run to close out the quarter for the win. Teddy Vincent was the game-high scorer for Westview with 16 that came mostly in the paint. Tiffany Rechis added 14 and Kendall Leyhue 11. Harvey had 12 for CHS. No other Covington player reached double figures. Covington hosts Milan tomorrow night on Senior Night and closes out the home schedule with Crockett County on Feb. 7.

During the Christmas break,Tipton County high school softball was represented well at the UT-Martin Softball Camp. Pictured are, from left, Autumn Glenn-Covington High, Gabby Glenn-Covington High, Mady Kate Gant- Tipton-Rosemark, Ali Christmas-Brighton High, Hannah Clifton-Covington High, Jessica Baker-Munford High and Maggie Johnson-Munford High. Courtesy photo

Community Events The Community Calendar is a free service offered by The Leader. We make every effort to include all submissions for this section, however these items are printed as space becomes available. To guarantee your event to be in the paper would require paid advertising. A complete list appears in the Community Events section on our web site, www.covingtonleader.com January 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 3, 2012 The Tipton County Museum Veterans Memorial and Nature Center will be closed from Jan. 7 to Feb. 3, 2012 in preparation for the opening of a new exhibit called Common People in an Uncommon Time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Civil War Experience in Tennessee. January 26-March 8 The Alex Haley Museum & Interpretive Center presents We Shall Not Be Moved, an exhibit honoring the 50th anniversary of Tennesseeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Civil Rights sit-ins. The exhibit will run from Jan. 26 to March 8, Tuesday â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. An opening reception will be held on Sunday, Jan. 29 from 4-7 p.m. For more information call (731) 738-2240

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February 2 Staff members from the Covington Manor Nursing Home will be in Burlison on Thursday, Feb. 2 to provide free health screenings for anyone interested. The staff will be meeting at Smyrna Baptist Church in the back fellowship hall from 9-10 a.m. The staff will check blood pressures, blood sugar levels, and pulse rates as well as answering general health questions.

A spaghetti supper will be offered at Nazarene Church, 1024 Hwy. 51 N., on Feb. 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. Eat in or carry out. $6 per plate.

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February 4 The board of the Miss Tipton County Scholarship Pageant is proud to present the Little Miss Tipton County, Miss Junior Teen Tipton County, and Miss Teen Tipton County pageants. The pageants will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4 at Brighton Middle School and admission to the event is $5. Little Miss Tipton County will begin at 3 p.m. and the Junior Teen and Teen pageant will be at 7 p.m.

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Sports Shorts Covington Dixie Girls Softball will hold sign-ups every Saturday in February from 9 a.m. to noon at Covington Integrated Arts Academy, and the first two Saturdays in February at Oak Grove Baptist Church gymnasium from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Early bird discount of $15 if full registration fee is paid by Feb. 4. A copy of the child’s birth certificate is required. Call Dennis Harrod at 3614042 for more information.

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Continued from B11 February 9 Crestview Middle School will be hosting an ADD/ADHD Parent Support Group Meeting on February 9 at 12:00 and 5:00 p.m. We will meet in room 339 to discuss ways to help students with ADD or ADHD at school and at home. All necessary accommodations are available for equitable participation. Crestview Middle School is located at 201 Mark Walker Rd. in Covington, TN. Please call Julie Joyner or Debbie Max at 901-475-5900 for additional information. All parents are invited to attend. February 11 Charleston Volunteer Fire Department, located at the corner of Davis Rd. and Highway 179, is having their annual Valentine’s steak supper, Feb. 11 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Cost is $15 for ribeye steak, baked potato, salad, Texas toast, dessert, tea and coffee. For more information contact Julie at (901) 626-0565. The second program in the Successful Gardening series, presented by the Tipton County Museum, 751 Bert Johnson Ave., Covington, is “Roses!” on Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. Guest speaker will be Don Wear, master consulting rosarian. $5 per person, free to museum members. Refreshments will be served.

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Sign-ups for Brighton AYSO Soccer for boys and girls ages 4-18 will be held Feb. 21 and 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Feb. 25 and March 3 from 10 a.m. to noon at the old Brighton High School. Sign-ups are also available online at www.eayso. org. The cost is $65 and includes a jersey, socks and a participation medal. For more information, call Patti at 4742423.

The Memphis Area Beekeepers Association is conducting a beekeeping course on Feb. 11. The public is invited to attend, and the course will cover various aspects of beginning beekeeping, including bee hive equipment, hive management, bee disease control, sources of nectar, pollen and other beekeeper topics. The course will be conducted by volunteers of the local and state beekeepers associations, and those attending will receive catalogues, hands-on instruction, and a chance to win a beekeepers beginners kit. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Cost is $12, which includes lunch and the first year’s membership in the local club. Registration begins at 8 a.m. on Feb. 11, and the meeting will be held in building C of the Agricenter International from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information, please call Charles Force (901) 831-1207.

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It is our privilege to announce that Dr. Jesse Cannon is retiring and turning his practice over to Dr. Guy Teach.

from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at Drummonds Elementary. Please contact Barbara Borum with any information or concerns at 837-3244 or 6911886. February 18 The Tipton County Emergency Unit is having their first annual Buddy Coon Hunt, Feb. 18 at 4456 Holly Grove Rd. Registration begins at 4 p.m. $20 a person. Must have a valid hunting license. Cash and prizes will be awarded. For more information, contact Dexter Hartsfield at (901) 451-2766.

Dr. Teach has been practicing Internal Medicine since 1995. He moved to Tipton County In October of 2007 and started practice in February of 2008. His office is still located in suite 206 in the North Physicians Building at the hospital. We are currently seeing Dr. Cannons patients now and have retained his staff. Dr. Teach is also on staff here at Tipton and also Baptist East if the patients need admission.

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