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County purchasing questioned Audit finds deficiencies in several departments By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com County purchasing policies have been called into question following its annual audit by the state, according to the comptroller of the treasury. While the audit disclosed no
instances of noncompliance or significant deficiencies in internal controls over major programs, the auditors could not qualify the audit. There were four departments in which deficiencies were found: the office of the county executive, sheriff’s
office, public works and the school system. Purchase orders not issued In the county executive’s office, the report indicates purchase orders were not issued in some instances and, for those that were issued, none were signed. Additionally, sometimes purchase orders were issued after purchases had been made. “This practice defeats the purpose of the purchase order and makes it an approval of
payment rather than an approval of the purchase,” said comptroller Justin P. Wilson. Finally, the county’s comprehensive travel policy was not always followed and, in some cases, the standard mileage rate was not used to reimburse employees. To strengthen internal controls, Wilson’s office suggested the issue of purchase orders for all applicable purchases before the purchase is made. All purchase orders should be properly approved and signed
and the county’s travel policy should be followed to reimburse employees for business expenses. Payroll, purchasing deficiencies The auditor’s review also revealed deficiencies in payroll at the sheriff’s office, attributed to a lack of managerial oversight, the comptroller said. The auditor noted time sheets were not always signed by employees, supervisors SEE AUDIT, PAGE A3
Benefit set for officer, vet with brain cancer By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com MUNFORD – It’s amazing how quickly things can change, and Munford reserve officer Bruce Potter can likely attest to that. In October, Potter, 47, who is also a Navy veteran, had a seizure and was subsequently diagnosed with Stage 4 brain cancer. “He had no signs anything was wrong,” said Officer Jeff Daly, who is organizing a fundraiser to benefit Potter’s family. Potter has undergone extensive POTTER chemotherapy and radiation, treatment Daly said was helping with Potter’s seizures but resulted in hemorrhaging on his brain. He returned to his Munford home late last week and, unfortunately, his prognosis is not favorable. He is currently paralyzed on his left side. Daly, along with Munford Short Stop and Home Plate Café owner Rich Cocarro, is organizing a benefit on Tuesday night to help the Potter family with their SEE POTTER, PAGE A3
Clifton parole request denied By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com Declined. That was the recommendation by the Tennessee Board of Parole Hearings Officer Wednesday following the initial parole review for former Covington teacher Cindy Garner Clifton. Seven months ago, CLIFTON the middle school SEE PAROLE, PAGE A2
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Serving city is in Edwards’ blood By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com When John Edwards was tapped in 2005 to replace his father, John Mack Edwards, who had just died, as a Covington alderman, he wasn't sure he was up to the task. “I was thinking this is beyond me,” says Edwards. “He took it for granted that I would be able to do the job.” Turns out he would do just fine. Covington residents voted to keep Edwards, 50, in his position in 2010. He's now the vice-mayor and chairman of the Finance and Administration Committee, which makes important fiduciary decisions for the city. The elder Edwards knew he wasn't going to be around much longer before
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his death and tried to make sure his namesake would be prepared for the job. “There's so much he explained to me,” says Edwards. “I'm still learning, to be honest, but I've got a great group around me.” John Mack Edwards was a bit of a legend in Covington. He was elected the president of the local NAACP
in 1962 and served in that position for 14 years. Around the same time he became the first AfricanAmerican to be elected to a county-wide position when he served as a constable. In 1989, he became a Covington Aldermen, and eventually vice-mayor. His first job with the city was a garbage collector. John Mack's wife and the younger John's mother, Alma Edwards, was the first black nurse in Tipton County. “Their legacy is a driving factor as to how I conduct myself on the board,” Edwards said, “As well as in life.” John Edwards is carving out a nice name for himself as well. His full-time job is at Delfield, where he writes programs for laser-cutting machines.
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Much of his spare time is spent tending to city business. He says his main focus is on education, lowering unemployment and curbing crime. “At some point a light went off in my head,” Edwards says. “Those are all connected … If you've got more people employed, there's less crime … Not too many people commit crimes on their way home from work.” The younger Edwards was one of the first black students to attend previously all-white Covington Grammar School in the late 1960's, before mandated integration. There were problems around the county and country as black and white students began attending the same schools, but
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Brighton to celebrate centennial in September By JESSICA COOKE jcooke@covingtonleader.com In the Feb. 12 meeting of the Brighton board of mayor and aldermen, city officials and community members were focused discussion on taking steps to prepare the town for its centennial celebration in September 2013. In terms of publicizing the event, community members gave the aldermen feedback on the new Town of Brighton Facebook page. The reports are that it has been very helpful and informative, and community members would like to see it expand further. The aldermen made plans to go to other sources, such as the Brighton schools, to obtain a more expansive calendar of events to publicize. Other business was discussed as follows. • The fire department has begun training their new recruit class, and hope to expand their department with dedicated firefighters. They are making efforts to grow their department and estimate the current group of trainees will be fully trained and ready for the field by July or August 2013. • Police department representa-
tives report that they are currently still focused on pricing security equipment for their facilities, and will report their findings once the process is complete. • A public works update indicated that the bucket truck had been repaired. There has also been work done on the traffic light on Highway 51 which was said to have been fixed; however, a community member reported that there is still a problem with the sensor at this light. Officials agreed to pass along the information. • Local boy scouts were present once again as guests to report on the progress of the projects that had been approved in a previous meeting. A scout representative reported that their project to build birdhouses was successfully underway. Another scout discussed details pertaining to the task of painting under local bridges. • The public works department reported that several bridges will be paved and/or replaced prior to the event.
Special guests were present at the Feb. 14 meeting of the Tipton County School Board. Representatives from three architectural firms had presented their Requests for Qualifications before school board officials earlier that day in hopes they would be selected for the Atoka safe-room construction project, and were in attendance awaiting the results. During the meeting, committee members scored each firm based on how they met the qualifications presented, and the firm with the highest score was selected for the project. District 2 representative Chris Fisher reported that the committee was very impressed with all three firms. Details on the project will be presented in an update next week.
The contractor for the new DSCC – Student Services/Learning Resource Center began the installation of the construction limits last week. This will involve fencing around the north end of the Jimmy Naifeh building across the drive to the middle part of the Academic building. This will prohibit thru traffic around the campus. The first east entrance (closest to town) will be designated as construction entrance and the second entrance will be designated as DSCC Staff, Student and Visitor entrance.
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Other guests were present to speak at the meeting as follows. First to speak were students from Brighton High School who are participating in a HOSA project for which they have been making efforts to raise funds and awareness for heart disease prevention and treatment. The four girls had prepared a PowerPoint that they presented along with a speech describing their efforts and service. Next, Munford High School Band Booster president Larry Wildes spoke on behalf of the band concerning their need for funding. He reported that many students still need band uniforms, the cost of which exceeds the band boosters' available funds. He said that they still need to collect outstanding fees from band members, and once they have done so this will cover about one-fourth of the
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Continued from A1 teacher pleaded guilty to having sexual relationships with high school students. She was sentenced to three years in prison and eight years on probation. Originally charged with 53 counts ranging from furnishing alcohol to minors to statutory rape by an authority figure, Clifton’s guilty plea included 15 counts of the indictment, at least one charge per victim. Melissa McDonald, communications director with the Tennessee Board of Parole, said the hearings officer cited the seriousness of the offense as the reason for her recommendation. However, only board members can make parole decisions and the denial is not necessarily the final decision for Clifton. “The officer’s recommendation is non-binding,” McDonald said. “The file now goes to the board members who will review it and cast their votes.” In making parole decisions, McDonald said board members consider factors such as the offenses’ seriousness, time served, victim input, any programs the offender may have completed or disciplinary actions against the offender while imprisoned. A final decision should come in 2-3 weeks and will require three matching votes from the seven board members. Her entire sentence was as follows: • Not having a criminal history, Clifton was sentenced to the maximum four years per count for each of the four aggravated statutory rape charges, a Class D felony, with the first two counts served concurrent to one another but consecutive to the remaining two, for an effective sentence of eight years for these four counts. She will pay court costs on each count, including a $1,000 Sex Offender Tax per count. She will also be required to register as a sex offender and surrender her teaching license. These four counts will be served consecutively to the following three counts. • For the Class C felony charges of statutory rape by an authority figure, Clifton was sentenced to three years at 30 percent. These three counts are to be served concurrent to one another but consecutive to all other counts for an overall effective sentence of 11 years. She will pay court costs, including the $1,000 Sex Offender Tax per count, and will register as a violent sex offender. • Additionally, Clifton will be required to pay restitution to the Carl Perkins Center of Tipton County in the amount of $900 for the cost of the forensic interviews conducted as part of the investigation. • She is not permitted to have contact with her victims or their immediate family members.
total amount they currently need to purchase these uniforms. The final guest to speak at the meeting was the MHS band director himself, Barry Trobaugh. He presented an unrelated issue concerning an overnight field trip to a performance at a music convention in Memphis. This was approved without discussion. In other news, Director of Instruction Dr. John Combs reported that the writing assessment for the TCAP testing which involved a new online format for the 8th and 11th grades exceeded expectations two weeks ago. He said that everyone involved did a great job setting up and administering, and the testing went very smoothly. He believes the recent testing procedures have been a good pilot for other academic technological implementations which are coming up in the next school year. In response to the board’s recent discussion concerning potential
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Principal arrested on DUI charges By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com A Covington principal has been suspended without pay after being arrested for drunk driving Saturday night. James Fields, the principal at Crestview Middle School, reportedly crashed his 2004 Dodge Ram in a single-vehicle accident on Huffman Road. Fields was not injured in the accident, but a state trooper found both empty and full beer cans in the truck. According to the incident report obtained from the Tennessee Highway
Patrol, Fields smelled of alcohol, was walking in a staggering manner and was slurring his speech. Fields allegedly told the trooper he’d had two beers but after performing poorly on sobriety tests, he admitted to consuming 8-12 beers at his home prior to driving his vehicle. Fields was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. It was his first offense. Director of Schools Dr. Buddy Bibb said Fields is suspended without pay until his April 5 court date. “We’re grateful no one was injured but
◄ CMS principal James Fields was arrested Saturday and charaged with driving under the influence after he admitted to driving his truck following the consumption of 8-12 beers.
we’re saddened by what happened,” Bibb said Wednesday. “Mr. Fields has been a good, valuable employee for a long time.” Fields has been employed with Tipton County Public Schools for 23 years and was
originally an assistant basketball coach at Covington High School. He was named principal of Crestview Middle School in November 2002. Bibb said CMS assistant principal Steve Maclin will act as principal in Fields’ absence. Fields reportedly voluntarily notified Bibb of his arrest.
County to pursue aerial photography By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Tipton County commissioners voted to spend $90,000 for more advanced aerial photography of the county during a very brief of the Tipton County Legislative Body on Monday. According to finance and administration chairman Quincy Barlow, the plan is for the county and its municipalities to pay the money over three years. “We've been told it's a really good deal,” Barlow said. “This is a good system.” High-resolution images will be photographed by an airplane. The images will show not just roof-
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tops, but also the sides of buildings. The plan for now, Barlow said, is for the county to pay $39,500. Covington and Atoka would pay $10,000 each, Munford would pay $7,000 and Brighton $3,500. The remaining $20,000 would come from 911 and a tri-county organization called HTL Advantage (Haywood, Tipton and Lauderdale counties).
Barlow said Mason officals have been approached about chipping but they have not responded yet. County Executive Jeff Huffman, who was not at the meeting, must sign off on the plan before it goes into action. In other matters: • During December of
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Edwards says he experienced none of that. “All the while I don't remember one racial comment,” Edwards says. “That's one thing I admire about Covington. We haven't had some of the issues others have had. It's like there's a tie that binds us.” February is Black History Month, and it's a time of year that Edwards tends to think about how things are, relative to how they were. “I spend a lot of time reflecting how much better things have become in my lifetime,” says Edwards. “And also assessing how much further we have to go where skin color is not a factor … Sometimes I wonder if
we'll ever get there.” One thing is for sure: Race relations have made progress in Covington and two men named John Edwards have played a role in that. “I know that a lot of doors have opened for me because of my dad,” Edwards says. “He always said if you do the right things in life, you can help people even after you're gone … It's a challenge, but it's great to be able to try and carry out some of the things he set out to do.”
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last year the county took in $9.992 million in sales tax, an all-time high. • Three items on the agenda – consideration of a Clean Tennessee Energy Grant, a Tipton County Library report and a financial – were put off until March because of the absence of Huffman.
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Continued from A2 implementation of electronic devices as classroom resources, Combs announced that the University of Memphis is partnering with the school board to develop a training program which will train educators in using technology in the classroom. The course will be required for all teachers who intend to implement this technology in their classroom; however, the use of electronic devices in this manner is optional at the discretion of the individual teacher.
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Continued from A1 $170,000 mortgage in addition to utilities bills and medical-related expenses. Potter will leave behind a wife and two children, one in high school and one in college. “They will have a place to live, but they’ll lose it all,” Daly said. The benefit will take
place at Home Plate Café, at the corner of Beaver and Reeder, and will feature pasta dishes and silent auction items, including at least one vehicle. Daly said he needs the support of the community to raise money for a man he said was always there when he was
needed. “I want this to just be phenomenal,” Daly said. “He’s such a nice guy and comes from a great family,” Cocarro added. “How could you not want to help the guy?” The event takes place at 6:30 p.m. Persons who cannot attend the event can do-
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Continued from A1 made unexplained changes to time sheets, the sheriff’s signature was affixed by a rubber stamp, leave balances for employees exceeded the maximum 240 hours and several employees continued to receive regular compensation though they’d exhausted their accumulated vacation and sick leave and their time sheets reflected negative balances. The auditor noted that following the audit period, three of the four employees had returned to work and their payroll records no longer reflected negative values for accrued leave. Additionally, the audit revealed meals were routinely charged to sheriff’s office credit cards in excess of the rates allowed by county policy. Some of these meals appeared to be for the entertainment of individuals who were not county employees, which is prohibited by the policy. The department’s credit card also incurred extra fees, such as sales tax when making tax-exempt purchases and a credit card processing fee when paying for vehicle registrations at the county clerk’s office. Bids not publicly solicited In the public works department, neglecting to issue purchase orders until after purchases were made was a problem as it was elsewhere, but bid solicitations were the department’s biggest deficiency. The auditor alleges competitive bids were not solicited through public advertisement for the purchase of road stripping paint, though a price quote was obtained for the purchase. Additionally, competitive bids for a motor grader were solicited, but the auditor took issue with the department’s bid specifications because they included brand-specific requirements that excluded some bidders and violated state statute. Public Works Director Shannon Reed responded to the report, stating, “For heavy machinery, experience offers insight on what characteristics and specifications should be required for a piece of equipment to perform the operation both effectively and efficiently. When specifications are developed, they are not developed to limit competition but rather ensure that the Tipton County Public Works Director can adequately
assess the capabilities, limitations and numerous other factors when spending taxpayer dollars and making purchasing recommendations to the legislative body of the county.” The auditor’s rebuttal stated the bid specifications were seven pages long and included more than 200 items. Further, the advertisement did not give bidders the option to submit exceptions to any of the specifications. Scrap metal removed by employees In addition to the deficiencies in purchasing, the public works department also came under scrutiny because employees admitted to removing scrap metal from the landfill, resulting in a loss of revenue for the county. The matter was referred to the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office for investigation and to the district attorney general’s office. Reed responded the department has made changes that include the installation of surveillance cameras and fencing to limit accessibility. Purchasing, budget deficiencies at the school board More purchasing deficiencies were uncovered at the school board, according to the audit report. As with the rest of the departments outlined, purchase orders were either never issued or were issued after purchases had been made. Additionally, the auditor found expenditures exceeded appropriations in the community services and regular capital outlay categories of the general fund by $4,841 and $5,915. Salaries exceeded line-item appropriations in two instances by $5,770 and $6,830. Recommendations The auditor recommends the county adopt a central system of accounting, budgeting and purchasing to improve internal controls. “The absence of a central system … has been a management decision by the county commission resulting in a decentralization and some duplication of effort,” he said. “The Division of Local Government Audit strongly believes that the adoption of a central system is a best practice that would significantly improve accountability and the quality of services provided to the citizens of Tipton County.”
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Question: Why me Lord? Have you ever asked the question, “Why would a God who is all-good, all-knowing, and all-powerful allow bad things to happen to good people?” For that matter, why does He allow good things to happen to bad people? Is God really fair? What about the good Christian wife abandoned by her husband. The mother of three killed by a drunk driver? The young patriot killed by a terrorist thug? When we think of war and famine, the abduction and murder of a child, or the long and painful death of a kind and gentle person, we might find ourselves thinking, “God is either not all-knowing, not all-powerful, or He’s not all-good!” For me, I turn to the scriptures for answers and the Bible tells us there are no “good” people. According to both scripture and what I have seen even in my own life, it is very clear that all of us have the propensity to use our free will toward thinking or doing bad. For there is not a just man upon J IM HARDIN the earth, that does good, and sins not, Ecclesiastes 7:20, or If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us, 1 John 1:8. As much as I try to be good or think I am, I cannot claim beyond a shadow of a doubt that I have not committed at least one sin, even so far in 2013. What I have come to realize is that every second we spend alive and in happiness is only by the grace and mercy of God. Perhaps a better question is “Why does God allow good things to happen to people at all?” I know the world seems unjust at times, but remember that perhaps when Christ said those who would be first should be last, means those of us who by man’s judgments are more deserving of “good” things, should have them last. And perhaps those we think should be last in the “good” things are first because of God’s mercy or patience. We’ve all looked at that man or woman and thought; I’m a better person than that person. I don’t curse, I don’t carouse around, and I don’t cheat in business. Why should that person have such success? But I have come to realize that when I think those thoughts, I just quite being better than “those people”. Things often happen to us that we simply cannot understand, but instead of doubting God’s goodness, our reaction should be as the writer of Proverbs tells us: Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Many of us, myself included, often see God as a life-saver to be thrown into the ocean when we find ourselves drowning, but otherwise hung on the bulkhead with nothing more than a passing notice of comfort as we tend to our earthly pursuits. Maybe that is why we, even faithful Christians, experience pain and suffering? C.S. Lewis wrote, We can ignore even pleasure. But pain insists upon being attended to. God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world. I don’t know why Debbie and I had to struggle with my Stage 4 cancer last year, but through it all we saw God and His goodness at work. You might wonder did I ever ask “why me”? I did not say it out loud, but I thought it. After all, most people who contracted the kind of cancer I had were heavy smokers, heavy drinkers, drug users or very promiscuous. I was none of these. They called me Father O’Hardin in the Navy I was such a goody twoshoes. So, I have to admit that I wondered “why me”. I am better than that guy over there. And it was at that moment in thought that I realized that I was really no better than that guy. My vanity and pride made me chief among sinners – thank God for His grace! Bad things did happen to the only good person here on Earth – Jesus, Who took our shame and sin, suffered humiliating ridicule, torture beyond imagination, and a slow cruel death that we might be set free. When I meditate on this, the question really becomes, “why not me?” Jim Hardin is a sixth-generation Tennessean and former Republican candidate for the District 81 Tennessee State House of Representatives seat. Retired from the Navy, Hardin writes regularly for The Leader. THE LEADER
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Evidently my thoughts weren’t right ... or left Can anyone remember when could….Wrong again! you could go to one place or one Growing up when someone individual and handle all your broke the law they did time at woes and business? We could go the Penal farm. Sure enough the to Mayes-Howard lumber yard on convicts wore the black and white fifty-one highway and get all our striped uniforms with leg chains supplies to repair a house (big or in the hot sun, cleaning out ditches the little one) and a barn. Just one and fence rows sweating like cralocation. Nuthin’ special. zy, while paying their debt to soIf we had stock to sell, ciety. I thought if you either Dixie National or did wrong, you served South Memphis would time. Not so today. take each and all. Just My Daddy lived ’til run ’em out of the he was ninety-six and truck and in a pen. One I thank God he lived location. No speciallong enough to see ties. ‘Doc’ Hall at Kerthose brilliant intellecrville was everyone’s’ tuals buying two dolveterinarian. Doctored lar bottled water. Can any and all animals. No you imagine? Now specialties. Our feed you Southern Country store had all our suphard working farmers plements, shots, wormcan remember drinkin’ and salves for all ing water out of creeks, SOUTHERN RAISIN' O TIS G RIFFIN our stock. One location. canals, ponds and lakes. One mechanic worked I can’t say I’m real on cars, trucks, tractors, proud of that, but when wagons or cultivators. One. you’re hot, and need relief, you do Friends, our modern society has what you have to do. Well, I ain’t gotten carried way with specializa- ashamed of it either. I will admit tion. If you have a broken leg and that I drank some bottled water. can finally get an appointment to But, it was in a gallon jug actually see a Doctor, chances are wrapped in a to’ sack with snarled he will tell you, “oh I don’t set bro- baling wire to keep it fresh. We dug ken legs, I’m an arm settin’ Doc- a hole in the ground at the end of tor.” Wait another three weeks. If the rows hopefully under a shade your left leg is broken, it probably tree for coolin’ storage. Warm, but won’t be too many years before wet! Yeah, it was glass bottled and the leg Doctor will tell you, “oh, I I thought the water came out of a don’t set left legs as I only set right dug ground well. legs.” Of course, you wait another Neighbor, it normally took five three weeks for the ‘right legged’ weeks to get a pullet up frying size Doctor. I thought one ‘sawbones’ decades ago. Now the fancy smart
chicken raisers fry ’em in two weeks. What in the world are they feeding these baby chicks? Then we hang a tooth in the drumstick. What growth hormones, steroids, weight gainers have the cluckers eaten? What? It can’t be good for us. The Good Lord made the decision to take five weeks and I trust him a lot more than I do some smart aleck intellectual. Does that answer why so many good neighbors end up with the punies? I guess I thought. Beloved, remember when we thought roaches were a nuisance and we sprayed them with DDT? We thought back when a joint was a bad place to be on Saturday night and you sho’ didn’t want yo’ Momma and Daddy to find out? We thought tweezers were used to pull splinters out of your fingers or possible extract some briars from your arms and legs after picking blackberries and fighting chiggers. Now you find ’em in an ashtray. I guess I was just a plain country red neck who thought everyone was friendly, helpful, considerate and honest and it would always be that way. That’s what I get for thoughting. Evidently My Thoughts Weren’t Right…..Or Left……GLORY! Otis Griffin is the author of the book “Southern Raisin.” He was born in Charleston, Tenn., and attended Rosemark Grammar School and Bolton High School.
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Positive outlook for business growth During House budget hearings this week, Commissioner of Economic and Community Development Bill Hagerty presented lawmakers with a positive overview of the success Tennessee has had over the last several months in creating an environment statewide where businesses have the opportunity to grow and thrive. Since the election of Governor Haslam, Hagerty announced, nearly 80,000 new jobs have been created in Tennessee. In addition, large employers such as Nissan and Volkswagen have already announced future expansions in the state. Brian Blackley – Publisher/ General Manager bblackley@covingtonleader.com Kathy Griffin - Office Manager Accounting/Public Notices notices@covingtonleader.com News Echo Day – News Editor eday@covingtonleader.com Jeff Ireland – Sports Editor jireland@covingtonleader.com
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Continued from A4 the punishment for such crimes; House Bill 131, which increases penalties for gang members who commit trafficking for commercial sex acts; And House Bill 357, which adds to the law books a new offense for the trafficking of human organs. Haslam requests assistance On Monday, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam formally requested assistance from the Small Business Administration (SBA) to help individuals and businesses in Henderson, Carroll, Chester, Decatur, Hardin and Madison Counties recover from wind,
tornado and flooding damages that occurred on January 29, 2013. The assistance, if approved by the SBA, will come in the form of low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, businesses, and non-profit organizations seeking to repair or replace real estate, personal property, equipment, or business assets that were damaged or destroyed during the January storm. MADD partners Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) joined with legislators this week to call for the advancement of House Bill 353, a piece of legislation which would up-
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Obituaries Gail Franklin White
April 15, 1939 – February 8, 2013 Gail Franklin White passed away February 8, 2013 in Houston, Texas. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee April 15, 1939. Parents were John Franklin and Byrl Beaty Franklin, both deceased, of Covington, Tennessee. She graduated from Byars-Hall High School with the class of 1957. She was a graduate of Memphis State University and taught mathematics for many years in Tennessee and Texas. She leaves her husband, Oliver Miller White of Houston; two sisters, Barbara Franklin of Houston and Ellen Ragland of Nashville; half-brother, Conner Franklin of Covington; children, Bradley White of Seabrook, TX, Chris White of Houston, and. Tracy Bramwell of Austin, TX. Grandchildren are Ana and Keira White, Nicole and Nicholas White, and Quinn and Zoey Bramwell. Burial was February 16, 2013 in Calvary Hill Cemetery, Humble, TX. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Chrsitine Cashion Patrick
December 24, 1926 – February 11, 2013 Christine Cashion Patrick, 86, of Carriage Court, went to be with her Lord and Maker, late Monday evening, February 11, 2013, following declining health during this past year. Dutiful daughter, devoted wife and loving mother, Christine was born on Christmas Eve 1926, and was the daughter of the late James Futhey and Mina McLister Cashion of Brighton, Tennessee. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her four brothers, Baxter, Robert, Hill and Bill, and two sisters, Margaret and Frances, as well as her loving husband of 56 years, Henry Houston Patrick, who predeceased her in 2003. Surviving are her sons, Stephen Allan Patrick, of Jonesborough, TN, and Paul Houston Patrick and wife, Kate, of Memphis; granddaughter, Kirk Patrick Lescher and husband, Cole, of St. Louis; and grandson, Reid Houston Patrick, of Oxford, MS; three sisters-in-law, Una Patrick Reece, of West Memphis, Dorothy Patrick, of Collierville, and Evelyn Cashion, of Hernando, MS; and 24 nieces and nephews and their families. With special thanks given to niece, Rachel Cashion Young, for her attention and invaluable medical assistance. She was a loyal and faithful member of Providence Reformed Presbyterian Church having been a member since 1946. She also had a remarkable career spanning 46 years as secretary and receptionist for Cosmopolitan, Hines-Smythe Cosmopolitan and Memphis Memorial Park Funeral Homes, retiring in 2006 six months shy of her 80th birthday. She was a loving and devoted person and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be Saturday, February 23, beginning at 12:30 at Memorial Park Funeral Home at 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, with the celebration of her life immediately following at 2:30. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials should be sent to the American Cancer Society, the Providence Reformed Presbyterian Church, or Memphis Union Mission. The family would also like to express its sincere gratitude to the staffs of Primacy Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center and Carriage Court Assisted Living Facility for their watchful care and service during these past 14 months. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Johnny Needham
July 31, 1941 – February 12, 2013 Johnny Needham, 71, of Burlison, passed away on Tuesday, February 12. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 16 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in Randolph Cemetery. Mr. Needham was a U. S. Navy veteran, a member of the Gilt Edge Volunteer Fire Dept., a member of the Randolph Methodist Church and a 50-year employee of the Ace Pump Company. He is survived by his wife, Judy Needham; one son, Michael Shawn Needham of Burlison; one daughter, Angie Patrick of Burlison; two brothers, William Needham of Drummonds and Thomas Needham of Arlington; one sister, Brenda Fortner of Drummonds and three grandchildren, Brandon Patrick, Hunter Patrick and Ashton Needham. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Albert and Annie Woodard Needham and one brother, Henry L. Needham. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www. covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Gloria Elizabeth Goulder Hill March 17, 1926 – February 12, 2013
Gloria Elizabeth Goulder Hill passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 after a long illness. Services were held Friday February 15, 2013 at Maley Funeral Home in Covington, Tennessee. Burial was at Covington Memorial Gardens. Reverend Charles Timberlake officiated and her nephews Danny Goulder, Glenn Goulder, Rusty Wooten, Randy Goulder, Scotty Gladney and Robert Wayne McMillian served as pallbearers, A native of Tipton County, she was the daughter of Thomas and Bonnie Goulder of Brighton, Tennessee. Upon graduation from Brighton High School she worked for several years in Selective Service and also was involved in numerous organizations supporting the military. As a housewife, she worked in numerous capacities at the First Presbyterian Church serving as a Sunday School teacher, a member of the church choir and food bank volunteer. She was also actively involved in Girl Scouts, a member of Eastern Star, played on several community bowling leagues and was very active in The Tipton County Red Hats. Actively involved in The Covington Walking Horse Show and the Covington Saddle Club, she served as Secretary of each organization. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.R. Hill; an infant son, Thomas Russell Hill; and siblings,
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Evelyn Gladney Hopper, Louise Saunders, Scott Goulder and Lexie Goulder. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Hill Johnson and husband Steve, of Cartersville, Georgia; her son, James Timothy Hill and wife Lisa, of Zeeland, Michigan; and four grandchildren, Allan Johnson of Cartersville, Georgia, Jordan Hill, Jeremy Hill and Olivia Hill of Zeeland, Michigan and a brother, Gordon Goulder of Brighton, Tennessee. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Julia Faye Nearn Scarborough Date of Death – February 14, 2013
Julia Faye Nearn Scarborough, 71, of Drummonds, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at her residence. She was a retired machine operator for Kelloghs. Funeral services took place on Monday, Feb. 18 at Munford Funeral Chapel. She was buried at Helen Crigger Cemetery. She leaves her husband of 52 years, Billy Scarborough; daughter Sandy Richerson; sisters Barbara Scarborough, Brenda Tiebout, Shirley Riales, Martha Lawson, Teresa Pugh, Juanita Reed, and Janice Bomar; two grandchildren, Hannah Perkins and Kelsey Richerson; one great-granddaughter, Annabelle Grace Perkins. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
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Shirley B. Joyner
September 30, 1935 – February 17, 2013 Shirley Brister Joyner of Marianna, Ark., formerly of Munford, died in the Forrest City, Ark. hospital at the age of 77. Visitation will be held Saturday, February 23 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home In Marianna, Ark. from 1-3 p.m. Born in Munford to Robert “Bob” and Effie Brister, she is the widow of Wallace Joyner and is survived by one sister, Robbie Jackson of Munford; three children, Melanie Joyner of Munford, Patsy Joyner of Marianna and Wally Joyner of Southaven; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Betty Jane Rowland
August 19, 1938 – February 18, 2013 Betty Jane Rowland, 74, of Covington, passed away on Monday, February 18. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 22 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment to follow in Magnolia Gardens Cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Beverly Hughey of Stanton and Tina West of Oakland; one sister, Fay Kindrick of Covington; 10 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Paul Allen Grisham. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www. covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Randy Glover
July 15, 1956 – February 16, 2013 Randy Glover, 56, of Covington, passed away on Saturday, February 16. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, February 19 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in Magnolia Gardens Cemetery. He is survived by one son, Nathan Glover of Burlison; one daughter, Madison Glover of Burlison; his mother, Joyce Ward of Covington; one brother, Kenneth Glover of Savannah, TN; and two sisters, Deborah Lavelle and Christi Wilkins, both of Covington. He was preceded in death by his father, Calvin Glover and one brother, Dwight Lavelle. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www. covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
Joseph Elrod
April 22, 1939 – February 17, 2013 Joseph Elrod, 73, of Brighton, passed away on Sunday, February 17. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, February 20 at the Covington Assembly of God Church where he was a member with interment in Magnolia Gardens Cemetery. He is survived by two daughters, Connie Elrod Bingham of Atoka and Vickie Elrod Griffin of Bridgewater, NJ; one son, Ricky Elrod of Brighton; two sisters, Dorothy Ferguson and Agnes Cromwell, both of Ripley; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Hughey Elrod; two sisters, Ann Blaylock and Nan Counce and three brothers, Willie Elrod, James Elrod and Robert Elrod. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www. covingtonfuneralhome.com.
Linda Mize Burns
August 13, 1947 – February 18, 2013 Mrs. Linda Mize Burns of Jackson departed this life at the age of 65 years Monday night, February 18, 2013 at JacksonMadison County General Hospital. Mrs. Burns was born in Covington, TN August 13, 1947 to the late Leroy and Lavern Faulk Mize. She graduated from Byars-Hall High School in Tipton County with the class of 1966 and on January 27, 1979, she was united in marriage with Larry Burns, who survives. She worked as cook for the Buffet House in Bolivar from 2007 to 2012, after which she moved to Jackson. She was a Sunday School teacher at the The Church of God in Pinson where her husband preached. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 21, 2013 at The Church of God in Pinson with Danny Patrick and Roger Centers officiating. Interment will follow in Walnut Grove Cemetery in Bolivar. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Bolivar facilitated the professional arrangements. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Burns is survived by a stepdaughter, Tina Nelson of Toone; two sons, Stephen Hayes of Moscow and Larry Burns, Sr. of Toone; a sister, Janie Hurt of Memphis; and twelve grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Bradley Lewis Hayes and John Leslie Hayes. Donations made in memory of Mrs. Burns may be sent to The Church of God in Pinson, 606 Hill Avenue, Henderson, TN 38340. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
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How time flies:
L. Christine Fiveash
Date of Death – February 16, 2013 L. Christine Fiveash, 90, of Alamo, passed away on February 16, 2013. Graveside services took place on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home. She was buried at Covington Memorial Gardens. She is survived by sons William “Sonny” Crutchfield (Ann) of Dyersburg, Horrace Farrow Crutchfield (Mary) of Centreville, Ala. and Tony Mack Crutchfield of Alamo; nurse Bonnie Hays of Alamo; seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Fiveash, and two brothers. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) February 21, 2013
In tears we saw you sinking, “Ma” and watched you fade away. It’s God alone who knows how we miss you as it dawns one year today. Beautiful memories are all that’s left of our mother so gentle and kind. We have lost, heaven has gained the sweetest mother God ever gave.. Today we mourn and honour you for all you have done for us. For those who have their mom love her while you may We wish with all our heart our mo was here today.. We love you “Ma” sweet rest Happy Valentine’s Day Your Children Jackie, Evon, Ronnie and LaKesha God daughter Sharon & grandchildren
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February 21 There will be a crop market meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Braden Station Restaurant, located at 189 Hwy. 59 in Mason. The event will feature speakers Chuck Danehower on market outlook, and Bungee Marketing on available programs and market outlook. Lunch will be provided. For more information, call Becky Muller at 752-1207. The National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association, Chapter 1382 meeting will be held at noon at Old Timers Restaurant in Millington. The guest speaker will be Mr. Terry Jones, Mayor of Millington. For more information, call Carolyn Cribbis at 413-7123.
We the People of West Tennessee held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at the Chamber Center on the square in Covington. The guest speaker was State Representative for the 8th District, Stephen Fincher, pictured left. He spoke on various topics including deficit spending, sequestration, taxes, farming, gun control and immigration.
February 22-23 A yard sale and singing event will be held at Covington Assembly of God (Mt. Carmel and Highway 14) starting at 8 a.m. Proceeds go to medical expenses for Vickie Peel. Stew, hot dogs and burgers will be for sale.
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Hello everybody! I sure hope you’re all doing fine this week! We are too; we’re enjoying this fairly nice weather. Like I said a couple weeks ago, no wonder we’re all sick, this weather is up and down and down and up! Who knows but the Lord! Well it sure is great to have Ms. Linnie back home with us. She went to her son’s house to be there for her two grandsons’ Eagle Scout ceremony. She said she had a wonderful time and was so very proud of her grandsons. I don’t blame her. I would be too! Then we still have Ms. Louise Gupton at Memphis Jewish hospital for rehab. She’ll be coming around the mountain - I mean she’ll be coming HOME soon! Yes, we have all missed Ms. Louise. She’s getting stronger by the day. She should be here by this afternoon. We’re also glad to have Mr. Jim Webb back home again. Mr. Jim has trouble regulating his blood sugar so you might say a little prayer for him. Welcome home, Mr. Jim! Also we have Mr. Vernon Hendrickson still in the hospital getting some new medication and taking away some old, so he should be home soon as well. Everybody’s got to get home because we have a new resident at McCalla. His name is Robert Foster. Mr. Robert comes to us from Frasier. His daughter and sonin-law live right down the road from us about three minutes away. Terry loves having her dad closer! I know I have mentioned that our annual Springfest is May 4th this year. We already have vendors calling to get in on the fun. We also
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I’m glad to be back, and I appreciate those who missed the column Elaine Watkins last week. We had 12 women go to Ladies’ Dinner and Movie Night last Friday night. We saw Nicholas Spark's "Safe Haven" and it was very good. We ate supper after the 5:30 movie and just had a big time! James and I visited with Sue Bringle in rehab on Saturday and found her looking very well, eating more and standing up on her own, which wasn't happening not long ago. We hope she can go home soon! On our prayer list is Charlie Click, who is back in the hospital, Libby, who is not feeling well, Ann Chapman recovering from cataract surgery, Linda Gordon, John Henderson, Larry Whaley II, Rosie Barnes, Pat Farabee, Jimbo Edmonds and little Jesse James Whaley. Also pray for Elizabeth Carter, Cammy Evans' aunt, Linda Martin, her mother, and Chad Phillips, brother of Jeff. Remember everyone taking treatments and all our servicemen and women everywhere. The birthday party at Covington Care will be at 2:30 p.m. on the 23rd. This weekend, over 60 members of our church will go to Christian Youth Challenge, a yearly convention in Gatlinburg. We hope everyone has a safe trip! Happy birthday to Adley Henderson on the 20th and to Thelma Brown on the 22nd! Happy anniversary to Craig and Kim Clay on Feb. 14th and to Tim and Angie Gatlin on the 18th! I received some proud grandparents news from reader Myrna Yarbro! She and J. L.'s grandchildren, twins John Taylor and Laura Elizabeth Thibado, are in college at Murfreesboro, and their "little" brother got a four-year scholarship to Northwestern in Chicago. He's going to be an engineer. Proud parents are Robin Thibado and Gary Thibado, and other proud grandparents and Bernie and Brenda Thibado of Pickwick.
February 23 There will be a buddy coon hunt at Charleston Fire. Sign up starts at 5 p.m. and is $40 per team. For more information, call 451-2766. The American Red Cross will host volunteer training sessions at the Munford Fire Station, located at 1375 Munford Ave. in Munford, from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Lunch will be provided. The two areas of training are Shelter Operations and Disaster Action Team. Advance registration is required due to limited seating. To register or for more information, call or email Red Cross manager of volunteers Wanda Doyle at 901-672-6374 or Wanda.Doyle@redcross. org.
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Tipton County and the Civil War: January 1863 Compiled by RUSSELL BAILEY Tipton County Historian West Tennessee was garrisoned by Federal soldiers in January 1863: Jackson, Bolivar, Memphis, Germantown, Moscow, Lagrange and other points along rivers and railroads. Fort Pillow was occupied by 3 regiments, 1,231 men of the 52d Indiana, 32d Iowa (infantry) and the 2d Illinois Cavalry. Col. Robert V. Richardson and his captains had been recruiting and arming the 1st Tennessee Partisan Rangers since late 1862. His forces skirmished with the 3rd Michigan Cavalry at Lowry’s Ferry on the Big Hatchie River in Haywood County Jan. 11. The Partisans fell back across the Hatchie to Bloomington (Brighton) establishing their base at Clopton Methodist Church and campground. Col. Richardson sent out patrols and foraging expeditions in the surrounding villages and counties. This enabled his officers to purchase, confiscate or capture food, horses, guns, etc. Confederate sympathizers who assisted Richardson’s partisans were intimidated or threatened by the Federal authorities. At Brownsville, Federal Colonel J. K. Mizner proclaimed to the people of Haywood and Tipton that for every Union sympathizer harmed or having their property confiscated, he would punish twice the number of
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The old man continues to battle the rain washing out big gullies in the back corner of our yard. He had a load of dirt hauled to the backyard this week. He has gone out each day (weather permitting) to fill in some of the gullies. I think it will be an ongoing problem. The pretty lake we get to view every day from our deck and yard and the back windows of our home has filled up pretty good, with all the rain. We enjoy gazing at the lake and the little bridge over to
Confederate citizens and confiscate twice the amount of property taken or damaged. Mizner published the names of 14 prominent citizens of the counties that he would hold responsible. The list included George T. Taylor, Fed. Maclin and Dr. John S. Peete of Tipton. On Jan. 25th Colonel Richardson responded to Mizner thus: “In reply to his paper bullet fired across the Hatchie River by the brave Col. Mizner at unoffending noncombatants be it known that for each man named and every other good and loyal citizen of the Confederate States living in Haywood and Tipton Counties, Tenn., who may be arrested under the aforesaid proclamation, I will have shot twice the number of Yankee soldiers take in battle or on duty, and for each dollar’s worth of property taken under said proclamation I will take or destroy twice the amount from the United States, their soldiers and Union men. “It may be well to proclaim herby also that for every house burned by the U. S. soldiers, I will shoot five U. S. soldiers on duty or taken in battle. “The impudence of the aforesaid brave’s proclamation consists in the fact that while he, his officers and men are stealing from all Southern men horses and mules, Negroes and chickens and arresting unoffending men, women and children he threatens to do these things if ‘loyal citizens’ as he calls them are molested
the island. It is so pleasant to look at. Our good neighbors, Alvin & Charlene Williams have been sick. We know they are under the weather because they have not raked the leaves in their yard. We had a wonderful afternoon at church when the Finchers came to be with us. We all ate all we could hold. Everything was so good. We really do have some good cooks in our church. We had a wonderful afternoon at church from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thanks to everyone who made this possible. This was the biggest crowd I have ever seen in this church. Even one of our very special friends, Bet-
in person and property.” In addition of John U. Green’s Co. C. of the Partisans, Company G. was organized in Tipton County Feb. 1st. Robert A. Field was elected Captain, W. O. Menefee a Lieutenant. Of the unit’s 67 men, 23 were in camp, 21 on scouting detail; unarmed men at their homes. Men from Tipton served in Co. D. and other companies of the regiment. John H. Hicks was a Haywood/Tipton landowner living at Wesley near Charleston. He was a blacksmith, farmer and merchant. After blacksmithing for Gen. Leonidas Polk, Hicks received authority from Col. Robert F. Looney to recruit soldiers. Captain Hicks’ Company I was organized Feb. 13th . A Portersville lady wrote: “Col. Richardson has conscripted until he has quite a little army of Partisan Rangers. The old Colonel is quite a thorn in the flesh of our tory friends; keeps some of them skedaddling up and down the river, first here and then in Yankee town [Memphis]…”
tie Gustafson, came to visit with us and to hear the Finchers. Our youngest granddaughter spent all of last week with us. Her mother & father had to go to Atlanta on a business trip. So we got to keep our 15-year-old. We had to get up pretty early for two old retired people. The Old Man took her to school and she rode the bus home in the afternoon. We picked her up after she had gotten home and selected the clothes she would wear for the next day. It was fun. We enjoyed her being with us. Thanks to all of you who read my column, and have told me you read my writings.
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Another short news week for everyone. There was either no news or no one called to tell me any. Whatever the case might be, I pray everyone’s days are going great. We are still in prayer for our sick and those standing in need of our prayers: Isiah DarSay Burton Burton Sr. and family, Jennie Stewart, Willie Shade Alston, Pink Sherrill Jr., Willie Reed Jr., Ruth Alston, Eugene and Gigi Baker, Mary Ballard, David and Charlene Sneed, Connie and Christine Brown, Menola Hollands and family, Ruby Coe, Wayne Jerry, George Hooper, Norma Watkins and family, Katarene Harber, Flossie Woods, Viola Jones, Jessie Lawson, Beaulah Wakefield, Carlotta Jones, Doris Woods and family, Percy White and family, Robert Smith and family, Andrew Jackson and family, Thelma Nichols and family, Claudia Cross and family, Gladys Miller and family, Joseph Heaston Sr., Ruth Griffin and Rhonda Heaston-McLin and family. These are just a few of my faithful readers asking daily for our prayers. Happy birthday to Walter “Joey” Bell Jr. and Julian Gray on the 14th and Thomas D. Burton on the 15th. Happy birthday to all of you. On Sunday morning the 17th at Bright Hill, Pastor S. P. Cole and first lady Wilada, along with the members, honored several dutiful members with kind words of praise and lovely gifts. Special honorees were Doris King, Dorothy Bounds, Carolyn Smith, Jennie Stewart, LaRue Albritton and associate pastor Pearl Andrews. Congratulations ladies; the honors for each of you were very well deserved. Black History Month is still on-going, so let us remember our historical past as African-Americans as you take every achievement to heart. Remember, it is not the color of the skin that you wear, it is the ability to always be the best of whoever you are.
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On Saturday several from the Gilt Edge Church of Christ met in the home of Bob and Betty Cooley. In attendance were John Paul, Christie, Tyler and Sara Beth Walker, Michael Gpysy, Ryan Corbin and Keelan Hall, Kyle, Jesse and Case Huggins, Larry Osbourne and granddaughter Kenzie Hubbard, Daniel Dalton and Johnny Blyue. The group enjoyed an afternoon of fellowship and plenty of good homemade food.
On Monday Bob Cooley, Brian Huffman and Johnny Blyue visited those from the community in the nursing home. It is always good to visit htose who are in need of good company. Connie and Callie Blyue along with Emery Dean enjoyed this threeday weekend. Emery is MiMi’s “chunk-chunk.” The prayer list for this weekend is as follows: Henry and LaVerne Fowler, Louise Martindale, Angrea Stafford, Willie Mae Lawson, Lois Smith, Carolyn Hanks, Carla Carlson, Trixie Dawson, Janet Dempsey, Caroline Darden, DeVaughn Jackson and Jim Edmonds.
Also remember those who serve in the military: Dennis Gholson, Jody Coker, Ian Boswell, Michael Barton, Ryan Hirsch, E. J. Perkins, Seth Kellow and Chance Hall. Thank you for your service and please come home safe and sound. Deep sympathy to the families of Johnny Needham and Randy Clover who passed away last week. May God comfort these families in their grief and sorrow. On an uplifting note, there will be a ladies day service at Elm Grove Church of Christ on March 2. The service begins at 9 a.m. and ladies, please plan to attend.
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Staff and service recipients went to the Sportsplex to exercise and to work out. Afterwards we went to Big Lots in Millington to look. We’re also working on crafts and outcomes here at the center and they are playing Wheel of Fortune in the front room on the computer. We have been doing our devotions in the front room. Ms. Audrie brought her dog Rusty to the center for everyone to pet. Staff and service recipients have been working on Valentine’s Day cards for Valentine’s Day. My mother, Ms. Norma Columbus, and I, along with a friend, Ms. Linda Clarke, went down to the Brighton Presbyterian Church for the Celebration of Love dinner which was put on by the Mary Steele Circle, and the Brighton Presbyterian Men’s Ministry helped with the meal on Saturday, Feb. 9. We had an open house celebration for my mother for her 80th birthday which was held this past weekend. Staff and service recipients are watching a DVD of Superman in the front room. Staff and service recipients went to the Sportsplex to get some exercise and work out, and afterwards we went to Wal Mart where some of the service recipients purchased some items and
worked on money management. We worked on some crafts at the Sportsplex where we made some Valentine’s Day cards for our parents and relatives. Some of our service recipients and staff have been under the weather. We hope they get well soon. The staff and service recipients are watching a DVD of Rescue from Gilligan’s Island in the front room. Staff and service recipients are watching a DVD of the Dick Van Dyke Show in the front room. They are watching a DVD of the Beverly Hillbillies. Staff and service recipients went to Burlison to a thrift store to purchase some items and work on money management. Afterwards we went to the Ripley Center for the Valentine’s Day party and dance and spent the day with the Ripley service recipients and staff on Thursday, Feb. 14 along with the centers from Dyer and Crockett County. Staff and service recipients will be going to the Circus in Memphis at the Ag Center on Germantown Rd. Afterwards we will be going to eat at CiCi’s Pizza in Bartlett for lunch on Thursday, Feb. 21. Upcoming birthdays are Sam Franklin on March 4 and Floyd Columbus on March 11.
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Bullying, Pt. 3: Fighting back By JESSICA COOKE jcooke@covingtonleader.com As evidenced by the statements last week from various high school students coming from multiple perspectives, local schools indeed have a problem with bullying. The community is left with an important question: what can be done? Local anti-bully icon Jere Mason, former sheriff's deputy and owner of Mason's Martial Arts, is working hard to provide an answer. "The biggest issue is confidence," he said. "Once a kid starts walking around with confidence, most types of bullying won't have an affect on them and they're no longer a target." Mason teaches this life skill, among others, as the core of his taewkondo curriculum. He places such emphasis on self-confidence because of his own childhood issues with bullying and has significant experience helping others in the community overcome the issue. He is occasionally asked to give talks to student assemblies, and engages elementary and middle school students in a way they can relate to. He is also firm with his own taekwondo students, teaching them to always "act like a black belt" by showing respect for one another and confidence in themselves. In teaching martial arts, Mason also equips his students with the physical tools needed in any potential self-defense situation. He is adamant that his students avoid a physical altercation at all costs, but believes they should defend themselves should the need arise. This may strike a nerve with those in favor of the "zero tolerance" policy that is currently in place across the state, which indicates that in any situation involving physical fighting in a school, both parties are to be suspended regardless of the aggressor. However, Mason is not the only one who believes that students should be encouraged to defend themselves.
Last Friday, local anti-bully icon and taekwondo school owner Jere Mason spoke to Crestview Elementary students about why it's important to treat one another with respect.
In a recent press release by the Professional Educators of Tennessee, a non-partisan teacher association headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee educators announce their support for the Student Self-Defense Bill which is summarized by the Tennessee General Assembly Fiscal Review Committee as follows: "Authorizes principals, or their designees, to exempt any student from disciplinary action who is found to have been acting in self-defense, or in the defense of another, who may have been facing the imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury." According to the PET press release, many educators feel that "the notion that Zero Tolerance decreases fighting is not necessarily correct" and that "many times these policies actually enable predators to attack innocent students." "Bullies do not usually care about getting punished. Innocent students normally have more respect for the school's policies and rules."
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ACADEMIC ALLSTAR Congratulations to CHS senior Danielle Haynes who The Commercial Appeal named as an Academic All Star in mathematics this week. She is a member of the CHS Band, the National Honor Society, the Spanish National Honor Society and DECA carrying an overall, unweighted 3.76 GPA. She is active in the community as well serving on her church puppet and communion teams the latter serves Holy Communion to the homebound and nursing home residents. WINTERGUARD On Feb. 9 the CHS Winterguard team took 1st place in its class in its first competition at Ripley. YEARBOOKS The 2013 CHS yearbook is on sale for $75 through the end of March. Seniors who purchase a Senior AD will be able to purchase an annual for $55 a $20 discount on the regular price. Parents should contact Mrs. Paige Warmath at CHS with questions. FOR SENIORS Senior supplies will be delivered on April 8. Any balance due must be paid upon delivery.
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By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com
For the first two minutes of Monday's District 13-AAA Tournament title game, Munford stayed in a 2-3 zone and Dyer County was happy to pass the ball around the perimeter. The result was a 2-2 tie nearly three minutes into the game. Munford coach Steve Poindexter proceeded to deploy a trapping, half-court press, and that was all she wrote. Multiple turnovers were forced, three different Lady Cougars hit three 3-pointers in the first quarter and Munford cruised to a 76-52 win and a second straight district tourney title. The Lady Cougars (24-5) now move on to the Region 7-AAA Tournament. Munford will host Craigmont on Friday in the quarterfinals at 7 p.m. A win there will put them in the semifinals on Monday at Brighton High School against an opponent to be determined. “I didn't want to have a game where they dictated the pace,” said Munford coach Steve Poindexter. “We wanted to dictate the pace of the game. We picked up the pressure. We weren't going to let them stand out there and hold the ball. That's not how we want to play.” Alex Turner, Shaliyah Wiggins, both seniors, and sophomore Kierra Richardson each knocked down a
Before the start of Tuesday's District 13-AAA Tournament title game between Dyer County and Munford, a group of visiting Choctaw fans began chanting, “This one counts,” referring to Munford beating Dyer County last month in the regular season. Those fans were forced to head back to Newbern disappointed. Munford got major contributions from its star and a freshman and pulled out a wild 65-63 overtime win to claim the program's first district title in 17 years. Dyer County had won six straight district tournament titles. “Like it always feels when you win, it feels good,” said first-year Munford coach Butch Hopkins when asked how it felt to win a district title. “Dyer County wasn't 28-2 for nothing.” With the win, Munford (18-9) advances to the Region 7-AAA Tournament and will host Arlington on Saturday at 7 p.m. in the quarterfinals. Dyer County (27-3) will host Bolton. Tournament MVP Jonathan Stark was, as he has been all season, the leader for Munford. He finished with a team-high 21 points and played the whole game except for 43 seconds in the fourth quarter when he went out with a cramp. Stark had plenty of help, though.
Above, the Cougars celebrate their first district tournament title in 17 years Tuesday night after defeating Dyer County in the title game. At right, Lady Cougar Shaliyah Wiggins gets off a shot through a sea of Dyer County arms during the district title game Monday night. Wiggins was the MVP and Munford won its second straight title. Photos by Jeff Ireland
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Lady Chargers vanquish Westview By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com Nothing good ever comes easy. Such was the case with the Lady Chargers’ 50-49 overtime win over Martin Westview Saturday night in Dyersburg in the District 13-AA Tournament title game. With the win CHS improved to 30-2 and brings a number one seed to the first round of the region tournament tomorrow at home against Jackson South Side, the number four seed from District 13 AA. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. In the extra period, Covington took the lead 48-46 on an offensive rebound and stick-back by Ashia Jones on a play in which Lady Charger point guard Precious Dyson went down with an apparent knee injury. She did return later in the period. Westview took its first lead since the end of the first quarter at 49-48 on a 3-pointer by Tiffany Rechis with 1:26 on the clock. CHS gave up a defensive rebound after missing a stick back in the paint and was forced to foul. Katelyn Harrelson missed the front end of a one and one with 32.5 left. Janeika Mason rebounded and CHS ran the clock down with Ashia Jones banking in the game winner with 8.6 seconds remaining. Westview got the ball into the forecourt but did not manage a shot as Leshundra Somerville stole the ball at the buzzer to seal the win. Covington came out of the gate like gangbusters, racing out to an early 12-4 lead in the first period. Westview (26-5) turned up the defensive pressure and ran off 10 unanswered points to take a 15-13 lead at pe-
riod’s end. The second quarter was all Covington. Balanced scoring and pressure man-to-man defense allowed Covington to take a 28-19 lead into the half as the Lady Chargers outscored Westview 13-4 in the quarter. CHS maintained the lead throughout the third period and headed to the fourth up 42-35. Westview’s pressure defense, timely 3-point shooting and six CHS missed free throws down the stretch allowed them to climb back into the game and tie it with 4.6 seconds remaining in regulation. Covington got off a shot but misfired, sending the game to OT. Westview’s Teddy Vincent led all scorers with 24 points. SEE CHS, PAGE B9
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Ramsey wins two at state meet By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Brighton High School junior Essex Ramsey had two wins and two losses at this year’s Division I State Wrestling Championship held last week in Franklin. Ramsey, 29-9 on the year, was competing in his second straight state meet. “My goal was to get into the Parade of Champions top six,” said Ramsey, who competed in the 182-pound division.
Brighton junior Essex Ramsey finished in the top 16 at last week's state wrestling meet in Franklin. Photo by Jeff Ireland
“He went 0-2 last year," Brighton coach Larrick Johnston said. "Going 2-2 was a big step in getting in the Parade." In the opening round of 32 on Thursday, Ramsey lost to junior Schuyler LaRue of Heritage by pin at the 2:55 mark. “That was a tough break," Johnson said. "The only pin he has given up all year. It was questionable with five seconds left in the period.” Ramsey bounced back in the evening consola-
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If you lose your Hunter Safety Card you can go to any Tennessee Hunting License Vendor and have it replaced. I went with my kids and I still have my card in my wallet and that was many years ago. I have had the opportunity to show that card to several western states. In fact, quiet a few. Ten Commandments of Hunter Safety: 1) Treat every firearm with the respect due a loaded firearm. 2) Watch that muzzle. 3) Be sure that the barrel and action are clear of obstructions. 4) Be sure of your target before you pull the trigger. 5) Unload guns when not in use. 6) Never point a gun at anything that you do not want to shoot. 7) Never climb a fence or tree or jump a ditch with a loaded firearm. 8) Never shoot a bullet at a flat hard surface or water.
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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 TIPTON CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 470 Watson Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8356 TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 5954 Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8889 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11886 Main St. Mason, TN 38049 VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH 5422 Drummonds Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2280 WESTERN VALLEY BAPTIST 836 Church Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1255 WESTSIDE ASSEMBLY NON-DENOMINATIONAL 33 Paulette Circle Covington, TN 38019 WILLOW GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 618 Willow Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7337
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Moral absolutes and government mate education. There was a time when we expected students to improve their grasp of mathematics It seems to be very apparent and grammar, but now they are bethat our government is fairly dys- ing exposed to "the superiority of functional right now. The DEMS socialism" over capitalism. When will blame the GOP and the GOP the anchor points of a society are removed and people will blame the DEMS. are allowed to drift on Let me offer a biblithe intellect and decal explanation about pravity of men, there is the mess we have in no limit as to what they Washington, across may invent. the States, and in our The Constitution of churches. The Constithe United States is a tution requires the Senplain document. It sets ate to pass budget and, forth the restrictions yet, it has been four on our central governyears since they have ment. It shows that done so. This is a clear PASTOR FREEMAN we are not a democviolation of their constiWEEMS racy, but instead we are tutional duty. Why does a democratic republic, it not seem to matter? Because many of our politicians which is quite a bit different. The no longer believe in absolutes! system of government we have When the clear letter of the law is only functions when the rules are ignored, it is because those doing applied with equity to all. Deviathe ignoring don't believe what is tion from it creates special interests written. Take that practice to its and favoritism. Just so, the Bible extreme and we get the results of is a plain book. The issue most picking and choosing which laws people have with the Bible is not what they don't understand, but to obey and enforce. This same attitude has invad- with what they do clearly see and ed our school systems, our courts, understand it to say. The Word and, sadly, our churches. In some of God sets moral boundaries. In universities there is more interest our natural flesh, we may rebel in teaching about aberrant sexual against these boundaries, but they practices than there is on legiti- were drawn for man's good and By PASTOR FREEMAN WEEMS First Baptist Church Atoka
not as mere arbitrary rules. We are finding out more and more of the damage of casual attitudes toward moral purity. I am well aware that some of our elected leaders have taken upon themselves to proclaim some moral standards wrong. Regardless of who says same-sex marriage is okay, they are wrong and the Bible is right. There will be a price to pay for abandoning the clear, absolute teaching of Scripture on this. The modern attitude is that the Bible is old and outdated and needs to be replaced. May I say that when all is finished and this world is set on the shelf of God's accomplished purposes, the Word of God will still stand. The words and dictums of men will fail and be swept away. Standing true to the Constitution marks one today. It should be a sign of being a patriot and not a negative thing at all. Taking the Bible at face value, holding to its precepts in spite of own personal failings, is the only reasonable thing to do. Yes, there are moral absolutes and because of them we can know how crooked and perverse our generation has become. Let us give ourselves to holding fast the form of sound words. It is the right thing to do.
LENTEN REFLECTIONS FEB 21 – Praise Him My works give you thanks, Lord, for you planted the seeds and made them bear fruit. Psalm 138 FEB 22 – Power Jesus overcame the devil with the Word of God, conquering pride with humility. Luke 4:1-13 FEB 23 – All Equal If Christ was perfect yet suffered, why expect anything less when we imitate His love? Matthew 5:43-48 FEB 24 – Father in Faith God establishes families and nations, protecting those who are faithful. Genesis 15:5-21 FEB 25 – Integrity God doesn't shame those who admit their sins. When they repent, they find forgiveness. Daniel 9:4-10 FEB 26 – Humble thyself God doesn't want sacrifices this Lent, but grateful service to the Father. Matthew 23:1-12 FEB 27 – The Cup The Father did not save his Son from death; instead, he transformed death forever. Matthew 20:17-28
Church Bulletins Church bulletins, the section where we will share news briefs and churchrelated events, will run when space is available. To submit your church event, call Echo Day at 901-476-7116 or send an email to eday@covingtonleader.com. Feb. 24 Mt. Herman's Black History Month program will take place at 2 p.m. St. John M.B. Church will host a Black History program at St. Stephens M.B. Church, 3872 Hwy. 51 N, Covington, at 3 p.m. There will also be a Black History trivia game. Call Sis. Johnson for more information, 901-508-8460. The youth of Central Christian Church will prepare and serve a soup and sandwich lunch immediately after the morning worship
service. This is another fund-raising event to help with expenses for their trip to Chicago in April. ON-GOING Garland United Methodist Church will begin a Bible study at noon on Monday mornings on "The Fruits of the Spirit.” This study is open to all community members. The church is located at 1613 Garland Drive in Garland. A women's Chronological Bible Study will take place at Covington Assembly gym on Tuesday nights January 8 – March 26 at 6:30. Free childcare is available. A community bible study on Beth Moore’s “Jesus The One and Only” will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays from Jan. 31-April 11 at Quito United Method-
ist Church, 4580 QuitoDrummonds Road. You must purchase your own workbook before coming to class. Great Expectations Ministries, located at 2053 Hwy. 51 S in Covington, is hosting a clothing giveaway on the third Saturday of each month from 12-2 p.m. They are giving away clothing for men, women and children. First Baptist Church Covington will host Awana every Sunday evening at 5 p.m. This group is open to children from PreK3 to sixth grade. A community bible study will be held Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Gateway Baptist Church in Atoka. This year's study includes Hebrews, 1st and 2nd Thessalonians and Galatians. Classes are available for children up through five years
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NOTICE Cause No. CH-13-0067-l In The Chancery Court for the Thirtieth Judicial District, Shelby County, Tennessee In Re: The Adoption of Tamar Jadin Delhomme, a male child, born June 18,2011 By: Tamaria Wilson, Petitioner, and Amber Lee Delhomme, Biological Mother and Co-Petitioner v. Unknown Biological Father whose “Street Name” is “Black,” Respondent. In this cause, it appearing from the Order of Publication, that the identity and residence of Respondent, an unknown biological father whose “street name” is “Black,” is unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent inquiry, it is ordered that publication be made for four (4) successive weeks, on January 31, February 7, February 14, and February 21, 2013, as required bylaw, in The Leader, a newspaper published in Tipton County, Tennessee, notifying Respondent to file an answer with this court and sending a copy to Petitioner’s attorney, Robert B. Kirsh, Esq., Kirsh Law Group, PLLC, 5420 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38120, within thirty (30) days from the last date of publication, exclusive of the last date of publication, or a judgment by default may be entered and the cause set for hearing ex parte as to said Respondent on April 5, 2013, at 9:00 a.m. Failure to answer or appear may result in termination of Respondent’s parental rights to the child referenced above. This 31st day of January 2013 By Alissa Holt, DC&M Donna L Russell, Clerk and Master 31jan4w
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by a Deed of Trust executed on January 31, 2007, by Barbara Ann Canada to American Title Company, Trustee, for the benefit of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as sole nominee for FMF Capital LLC and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1324, Page 159; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., not in its individual capacity, but solely as Trustee for RMAC Pass-Through Trust, Series 2010-A and WHEREAS, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., not in its individual capacity, but solely as Trustee for RMAC PassThrough Trust, Series 2010A, as the holder of the Note for which debt is owed, (“Note Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed or to be 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, 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 Note 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 28, 2013, 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: This property is known as 139 Williams Street Atoka, Tennessee, in Tipton County Tennessee. The South 100 feet of that certain 2.07 acre tract of land as shown and described by Warranty Deed to Gary Mathews recorded in Deed Book 513, Page 209 of the Register’s Office Tipton County, Tennessee, as is also shown (howbeit erroneously) in Warranty Deed
to Tumlin recorded in Deed Book 533, Page 270, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Being the same property conveyed to John Smith by Warranty Deed from Gary Matthews dated October 19, 1985 and recorded in Book 539, Page 335, in the Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee. Being the same property conveyed to Barbara Ann Canada, unmarried by deed from Paul L. Davenport, Jr. and wife Paula L Davenport dated 1/31/2005 and filed on 2/15/2005 of record in Book 1188, page 478, said Register’s Office Tipton County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 139 Williams Street, Atoka, TN 38004 CURRENT OWNER(S): Barbara Ann Canada 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. Substitute Trustee will only convey any interest he/she may have in the property at the time of sale. Property is sold “as is, where is.” SUBORDINATE LIEN: MRC Receivables Corporation as assignee of First Consumers National For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-11433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-11433(c)(1). 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. NATIONWIDE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. 400 Northridge Road Suite 700- MC- 7 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 157413 Web Site: www.JFLegal. com Insertion Dates: 2/7/2013, 2/14/2013, 2/21/2013
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed December 28, 2005 by Mark L. Luibel and Meredith A. Luibel, husband and wife to Alice Gallaher, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1253, Page 337, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Midfirst Bank, 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 the undersigned will, on Thursday, March 7, 2013 commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Front (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 County of Tipton, State of Tennessee. Lot 100, Reeds Estates Subdivision, Section H, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 124, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 355-117. Tax Parcel ID: 06 113EA
077.00 Property Address: 447 Rachel Shankle Drive, Munford, TN. f/k/a 447 Rachel Shankle Drive, Atoka, TN Other Interested Parties: Capital One Bank (USA) NA; LVNV Funding, LLC All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower 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. ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 1882-098896-FC Published: February 7 February 14 February 21 MidFirst Bank/Mark Luibel
ORDER OF PUBLICATION In the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee No. PR-3023 In the Estate of Eunice Louise White It appearing from the sworn Petition for Determination of Heirs of Eunice Louise White that additional heirs whose names and addresses cannot be ascertained by diligent search and inquiry, may heretofore exist, and therefore, the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon said heirs, it is ordered that the intestate heirs-in-law whom to date have not received notice from the petitioner, Joyce Wilbanks, enter their appearance herein on the 18th day of April, 2013, beginning at 9:00 a.m, at the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee, 1801 S. College Street, Covington, TN 38019. 14feb4wp
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case Number 84CH1-2013PR-3092 Estate of Linda Kay Moore, deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 1 of 2013 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Linda Kay Moore, who died April 15, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 14th day of February, 2013 Johnny K. Moore Administrator Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019 14feb2wp
IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE
Christine Elizabeth Sears Beatty, a resident citizen of Tipton County, Tennessee, Plaintiff, vs. No. 30302 Charles Alan Beatty, IV, presently residing in the State of California, Defendant. Order of Publication It appearing from the complaint, which is sworn to, that Charles Alan Beatty, IV, the defendant, is a nonresident of Tennessee and that personal service of process cannot be had upon him; service of process by publication having been ordered, he is hereby required to appear and answer or otherwise defend the complaint of Christine Elizabeth Sears Beatty, plaintiff, whose attorney is J. Thomas Caldwell, 114 Jefferson Street, Ripley, Tennessee, 38063, within 30 days after the date of the last publication for this notice; otherwise, default judgement may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. It is further ordered that this notice shall be published in The Covington Leader, a weekly publication of general circulation, once weekly for four consecutive weeks beginning February 14, 2013. Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master
or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.
(1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 14th day of February, 2013 Billy W. Fisher Executor Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019
Case Number 84CH1-2013PR-3091 Estate of Phillip Benton Wright, deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 1 of 2013 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Phillip Benton Wright, who died November 5, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and nonresident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1)
This 14th day of February, 2013
Rebecca L. Pittman Executrix
Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019
Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019
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Case Number 84CH1-2013PR-3093 Estate of Ada B. Fletcher, deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 1 of 2013 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Ada B. Fletcher, who died January 18, 2013, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 14th day of February, 2013 Ronald Bowers Mike Cates Co-Administrators Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019 14feb2wp
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS
All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.
Roy Daniel Turner Executor
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Case Number 84CH1-2013PR-3095 Estate of Lola Marie Fisher, deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 6 of 2013 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Lola Marie Fisher, who died January 28, 2013, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred:
(2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.
This 14th day of February, 2013
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS
(1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case Number 84CH1-2013PR-3096 Estate of Jo Ann Cody Turner, deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 6 of 2013 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Jo Ann Cody Turner, who died January 18, 2013, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred:
KEN’S AUTO SERVICE 127 INDUSTRIAL ROAD, SUITE B COVINGTON, TN 38019 (901) 476-5039 Garage keeeper’s lien, to be sold at auction February 28, 2013 (1) 2001 Mercury VIN# 1MEFM53U71A606481
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case Number 84CH1-2013PR-3097 Estate of Carol Y McMahan, deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 7 of 2013 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Carol Y McMahan, who died January 15, 2013, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 21st day of February, 2013 James Allen McMahan Executor Virginia Gray, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019 21feb2wp
PUBLIC NOTICE The Tipton County E911 meeting will be held on Monday February 25th, 2013 due to February 18th being a Holiday. Meeting at Covington City Hall Basement Boardroom. This meeting will begin at 5:00 pm. 21feb1w
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[Public Chapter 442 (the Sunshine Law”) enacted by Tennessee’s 88th General Assembly requires public notice of meetings of all government bodies whose action can affect public policy.]
ATOKA Board of Mayor and Aldermen - first Tuesday - 7 p.m. - City Hall Regional Planning Commission - third Thursday - 6:30 p.m. City Hall
BRIGHTON Board of Mayor and Aldermen - second Tuesday - 7 p.m. - City Hall Park and Recreation Commission - fourth Monday - 6 p.m. - City Hall Planning Commission - fourth Monday -7 p.m. - City Hall BURLISON Board of Mayor and Aldermen second Tuesday - 7 p.m. - Community Center
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Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen - second and fourth Tuesday 5:30 p.m. - City Hall Board of Zoning Appeals - third Thursday - 7 p.m. - City Hall Covington Economic Development Corp. - 12 noon, first Tuesday of each month - Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce, 106 W. Liberty, Covington
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the Board of mayor and aldermen of the town of maSon will meet at 7:00 p.m. on wedneSday, march 13, 2013, at the maSon city hall. the purpoSe of the meeting iS to diScuSS a plan of repayment for the fundS loaned from the gaS fund to the water and general fundS. mayor david ward town of maSon
NOTICE 2011 DELINQUENT TAXPAYERS Thursday March 28, 2013 Is the last day you can pay your 2011 delinquent property tax in our office. You are advised that after Thursday, March 28, 2013 additional penalties, interest, and court costs will be imposed in consequence of suits to be filed for enforcement of the lien for taxes against property; until the filing of such suits, taxes may be paid in my office through 5:00 pm on Thursday March 28, 2013. A list of said delinquent taxpayers will not be published. Your 2011 delinquent tax payment must be received in my office by Thursday, March 28, 2013.
Debbie Pickard, Recorder - Town of Atoka
You are advised that
2012 TAXES WILL BECOME DELINQUENT MARCH 1, 2013
Penalty and Interest will be applied on all unpaid 2012 taxes in the Recorder-Treasurer’s Office. We are located at 200 West Washington Ave, Covington City Hall. NOTICE 2011 DELINQUENT TAXPAYERS Thursday March 28, 2013 Is the last day you can pay your 2011 delinquent property tax in the Recorder-Treasurer’s Office located in Covington City Hall, 200 West Washington Ave. You are advised that after Thursday, March 28, 2013 additional penalties, interest, and court costs will be imposed in consequence of suits to be filed for enforcement of the lien for taxes against property; until the filing of such suits, taxes may be paid in my office through 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2013.
On March 1, 2013(TCA 67-5-1512) Penalties and Interest of 1 ½% per month will accrue and become due until they are filed in Chancery Court in March 2014. Penalty and Interest will be applied on all unpaid 2012 taxes in the Trustee’s Office. We are located in Room 203 in the Tipton County Courthouse. A partial payment plan is available. Please call for details.
NOTICE 2011 DELINQUENT TAXPAYERS Thursday March 28, 2013
Is the last day you can pay your 2011 delinquent property tax in the Trustee’s office. You are advised that after Thursday, March 28, 2013 additional penalties, interest, and court costs will be imposed in consequence of suits to be filed for enforcement of the lien for taxes against property; until the filing of such suits, taxes may be paid in my office through 5:00 pm on Thursday, March 28, 2013.
A list of said delinquent taxpayers will not be published. Your 2011 delinquent tax payment must be received in my office by Thursday, March 28, 2013.
A list of said delinquent taxpayers will not be published. Your 2011 delinquent tax payment must be received in my office by Thursday, March 28, 2013.
City of Covington’s office hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM – 5 PM 901-476-9613
TRUSTEE’S office hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM - 5 PM 901-476-0211
Tina C. Dunn, Recorder-Treasurer
Call Teri to Advertise HERE
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PROJECT NAME: TOWN OF ATOKA WALKER PARK RESTROOM BUILDING AND SPLASH PAD TOWN OF ATOKA
Sealed bids for TOWN OF ATOKA WALKER PARK RESTROOM BUILDING AND SPLASH PAD will be received at the Town of Atoka, at Town Hall, until Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 2:00PM CST, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on February 27, 2013 at 2:00 PM CST at Atoka Town Hall. A set of plans will be available at the meeting for review. The Information for Bidders, Form of Bid, Form of Contract, Plans, Specifications, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance and Payment Bond, and other contract documents may be examined at the following: 2)
NOTICE TAXPAYERS
On March 1, 2013 (TCA 67-5-1512) Penalties and Interest of 1 ½% per month will accrue and become due until they are filed in Chancery Court in March, 2014.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
TOWN OF ATOKA 334 ATOKA-MUNFORD AVENUE ATOKA, TN 38004
Municipal Regional Planning Commission - first Tuesday 5:00 p.m. - City Hall
THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This project is funded under an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development. Dyersburg State Community College serves as the grant recipient and administrative entity. EOE. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD# (731) 286-8383
Kristie Glass Maxwell, Trustee
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Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM – 5 PM 901-837-5300
Industrial Development Board - first Wednesday - 12 noon, 106 West Liberty
The Local Workforce Investment Board for Area 12 of Tennessee serving Benton, Carroll, Crockett, Dyer, Gibson, Henry, Lake, Lauderdale, Obion, Tipton & Weakley Counties will hold a meeting on: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:30 a.m. The Elks Lodge 2025 US Hwy 45 Bypass South Trenton, TN
You are advised that 2012 TAXES BILL BECOME DELINQUENT MARCH 1, 2013
Penalty and Interest will be applied on all unpaid 2012 taxes in our Tax Office. We are located at the Town Hall of Atoka, 334 Atoka Munford Ave Ste B, Atoka TN.
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Covington Housing Authority second Monday - 2:30 p.m. 1701 Shoaf Street
NOTICE TAXPAYERS
On March 1, 2013 (TCA 67-5-1512) Penalties and Interest of 1 ½ % per month will accrue and become due until they are filed in Chancery Court in March 2014.
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Historic Zoning Commission
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You are advised that 2012 TAXES WILL BECOME DELINQUENT MARCH 1, 2013
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General Welfare - Public Relations Committee - second Tuesday - 1 p.m. - City Hall, Lower Level Conference Room
Special called meeting of the maSon Board of mayor and aldermen
NOTICE TAXPAYERS
OWNER:
Finance and Administration Committee - third Tuesday - 1 p.m. - City Hall, Lower Level Conference Room
Public Notice
Advertisement for Bids The Covington Housing Authority will be accepting bids until 10:00 A.M. on Monday, March 11, 2013 for mowing of common areas and vacant units. A complete bid package with all pertinent information can be obtained at the Covington Housing Authority office, 1701 Shoaf Street, Covington, Tennessee. The Covington Housing Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, color creed, sex or national origin.
Electric System Board - fourth Monday - 5:00 p.m. - 1469 South Main Street.
- first Tuesday - 7 p.m. - City Hall
A2H, INC. 3009 DAVIES PLANTATION ROAD SUITE A, LAKELAND, TN 38002
WEST TENNESSEE PLANS ROOM 439 AIRWAYS BLVD. JACKSON, TN 38301
Copies may be obtained after 1:00pm, March 6, 2013, at the office of A2H, INC. located at 3009 DAVIES PLANTATION ROAD, LAKELAND, TN 38002, PHONE: 901-372-0404 upon payment of $200.00 (non-refundable) for one specification book and one set of drawings. The Owner reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Instructions for Bidders. All Bidders must comply with the applicable provisions of the Contractors Licensing Act of 1994, found in “Tennessee Code Annotated,” Section 62-6-119, as amended. In accordance with this act, the following information must appear on the outside of the envelope containing the bid for all projects in excess of $25,000: 1. NAME OF BIDDER 2. ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OF BIDDER 3. NAME OF PROJECT FOR WHICH BID IS SUBMITTED 4. BIDDER’S LICENSE NUMBER 5. EXPIRATION DATE OF LICENSE 6. THE PORTION OF CLASSIFICATION OF BIDDERS LICENSE THAT APPLIES TO THIS PROJECT The name, license number, expiration date, and the classification for the Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC contractors must also be included on the outside of the envelope unless the value of that portion of the work is less than $25,000. Public Chapter 768 requires that the name, license number, expiration date and classification of the Masonry contractor be included when the cost of the masonry portion (including materials and labor) is $100,000 or greater.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the general renovation of seven (7) housing units including site improvements for Project No. TN041-04, will be received by The Covington Housing Authority, 1701 Shoaf St., Covington, TN 38019 on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. , and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. The estimated construction cost of the project is between $200,000 and $ 210,000 . The Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Form of Contract, Drawings, Specification, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance and Payment Bond, and other contract documents may be examined at the following locations: Ledford Engineering and Planning, LLC; The Covington Housing Authority; the West Tennessee Plan Room in Jackson, Tennessee. McGraw Hill Dodge Corporation, Builders Exchange in Memphis, the Tennessee Office of Minority Business Enterprise, located in Nashville, TN and RCD Document Processing. In order to be a qualified bidder, Bidding documents must be obtained from Janice Campbell at the office of Ledford Engineering and Planning, LLC, 5567 Commander Drive, Suite 105, Arlington, TN 38002, (901) 867-5220. A deposit of $200.00 is required from prime bidders for one set of Bidding Documents. Prime bidders tendering a bonafide bid, except the successful Contractor, will be refunded their full deposit upon return of the Bidding Documents in good condition within 14 days after bid opening. Prime bidders not tendering a bonafide bid will be refunded $100.00 upon return of the Bidding Documents. ALL BID DEPOSIT CHECKS OR DRAFTS SHALL BE MADE PAYABLE TO LEDFORD ENGINEERING AND PLANNING LLC. Extra sets of Bidding Documents will be furnished to prime bidders for a deposit of $200.00, one-half, $100.00 of which will be refunded if the bidding instruments are returned within 14 days after bid opening. Make check payable to Ledford Engineering and Planning LLC. A deposit of $200.00 is required from subcontractors and materials suppliers for each set of Bidding Documents. Subcontractors and materials suppliers will be refunded $175.00 of their deposit upon return of the Bidding Documents in good condition within 14 days after bid opening. Partial sets will not be issued. Make check payable to Ledford Engineering and Planning LLC. All bidders must be licensed Contractors as required by the contractors Licensing Act of 1976 (TCA Title 62, chapter 6) of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee. No bid will be opened unless the outside of the sealed envelope containing the bid provides the following information: 1. The Contractor’s license number, the date of the license’s expiration, and a quotation of that part of his classification applying to the bid. 2. The license number, expiration date thereof, and license classification of the subcontractor applying to the Bid Form for electrical, plumbing or heating, ventilation or air conditioning in excess of $25,000. If the subcontract does not exceed $25,000 for the above mentioned categories, the general contractor must certify to this effect, in writing, on the outside of the bid envelope. In the case joint ventures, this information must be provided by each party submitting the bid. Each bidder must deposit with his bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the bid. Bid Bonds and Performance and Payment Bonds must be secured by a guaranty or surety company listed in the latest issue of U.S. Treasury Circular 570 and shall be within the maximum amount specified for such company in said Circular 570. The “Bid Bond” and the “Performance and Payment Bond” must be issued by a surety company authorized to do business in the state where the project is located, and must be listed in U.S. Treasury Circular No. 570. Attention is called to the fact that the minimum salaries and wages set forth in the Contract Documents must be paid on this project. The Contract will be subject to the “Section 3” Clause, see Document 00715 - General condition, Article 40, calling for utilization of low-income businesses and individuals from the project area where feasible. Bidders must comply with the President’s Executive Order Nos. 11246 and 11375, which prohibit discrimination in employment regarding race, creed, color, sex, or national origin. Bidders must comply with Title VI of the civil Rights Act of 1964, the Anti-Kickback Act, and the contract Work Hour Standard Act. Bidders must certify that they do not, and will not, maintain or provide for their employees any facilities that are segregated on a basis of race, color, creed, sex, or national origin. Attention is called to the goals and timetables for minority and female participation. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding.
Attention of bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246.
No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Attention is called to the fact that The Covington Housing Authority is not an Indian Housing Authority.
Town of Atoka is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer, drug-free with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or military service.
WALK THROUGH AND PREBID CONFERENCE
An official list of bidders will be maintained at the office of A2H, Inc., to ensure eligibility requirements of the bidder are met prior to the bid opening. Any bid submitted from a bidder not on the official bidders list and/or not containing the above information will not be opened.
A Prebid Conference at the CHA Office, 1701 Shoaf, will be held for the purpose of answering questions Bidders may have and to consider any suggestions they may wish to make concerning the project at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. Immediately following the Prebid Conference, a walk through of the project will be held by the Owner. All contractors are strongly recommended to attend this walk through and Prebid Conference.
Brian Koral Town Administrator February 21, 2013
The Covington Housing Authority By: Mrs. Christi Billings Executive Director
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Continued from B1 3-pointer in the first quarter as the lead hit eight. Wiggins, who led all scorers with 17 points, hit another long ball in the second quarter as Munford doubled up Dyer County, 34-17. The second half was more of the same as the Lady Cougars delighted their home crowd by proving they are clearly the top team in the district. Munford was undefeated in district play this year and is 19-1 over the past two seasons. “Every time they've had a test to prove who's the best team in the district, they've shown up,” Poindexter said. “As I've said before, these seniors, they decided three years ago they wanted something different. They've worked really hard and everybody around them has worked really hard.” Richardson finished with 11 points, Turner added 10 and Precious Mills scored eight. Senior Robneisha Lee, who was named the regular season district co-MVP with Wiggins, also scored eight. “It was,” Lee and Wiggins said simultaneously when
asked if they were surprised to be co-MVPs. Wiggins was named the tournament MVP. Richardson, Wiggins, Lee and Turner were named all-district. Turner, Wiggins and Lee were named all-tournament. When the Munford senior class of Wiggins, Lee, Turner and Lauren Zvolanek were freshmen and sophomores, Munford was struggling. Monday night that seemed like ancient history. “I don't have any kind of magic wand or anything like that,” Poindexter said of the program's reversal or fortune. “These young ladies have put it in the hard work and they deserve it.” In other action: Munford routed Jackson North Side on Thursday at home in the semifinals, 6937. The Lady Cougars jumped out to a 24-8 lead after one quarter and remained in control the rest of the way. Lee led the way with 13 points, Wiggins scored 11 and Richardson scored 10. Turner chipped in nine and Zvolanek added eight.
Continued from B1 Freshman Reggie Holmes, who saw very limited action during the regular season, started for senior Kameron Foster, who had to sit out after getting two technical fouls in the regular season finale. Holmes scored 12 points, including the first four points of overtime that gave Munford a 5753 lead they would not lose. Antonio Moore and Andrea' Bell also played major roles, scoring 12 points each. Stark flashed a big smile when asked about the play of his freshman backcourt mate. “Reggie?” Stark said. “He's just Reggie. He's a good player who helped us a lot … We just all came out and played together and played hard. Everybody stepped up.” Munford led by as much as six points in overtime, but Dyer County cut the lead to one point twice behind the play of Robert Hubbs, who scored six of his 24 in overtime. Stark hit two free throws with 20 seconds left in overtime to push Munford's lead to three. With five seconds left, Moore hit one of two free throws to give the Cougars a two-point lead. Hubbs got off a wild shot at the buzzer that clanked off the rim and Munford's student section stormed the court. Hopkins, who coached at Dyer County from 1994 to 2004, had high praises for his star guard. “I've been coaching 31 years and I've had five all-state guards,” Hopkins said. “He's the best I've ever had. He was the best player on the floor. He brings a level you can't meet.” Bell and Holmes were named to the all-tournament team. Stark, Foster and Bell were named all-district.
Sports Happenings Munford Dixie Youth Baseball is holding registration until Feb. 22 (in person) and Feb. 24 (online) for boys and girls ages 4-14. Register in person at 63 College St. or online at www.munford.com. Practice begins in March and play starts in April. Call 837-5944 or e-mail gfisher@munford.com for more information. The Covington Parks and Recreation Department began accepting registration for the spring soccer season on Feb. 1. The league is open to all 5-15 year olds. Play will begin in early April and continue through May. The cost is $40 per player. For more information, call 476-3734. Registration for youth spring soccer in Munford, ages 3 through 17, is $68. The fee covers a uniform and participation trophy. The fee for adult soccer is $35 or $420 per team. INVITATION TO BIDDERS
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The Tipton County Public Works Department requests separate sealed bids for the following item:
Continued from B1 Ashia Jones paced CHS with 15 points. Precious Harvey added 12 and Precious Dyson 10. In other action: Covington took to the floor in their District 13AA semifinal against Dyersburg last Thursday in a funk that continued throughout the first half. The light finally came on and the Lady Chargers (29-2) pulled out a 74-65 overtime win over a game Lady Trojan squad on their home floor. The first half was not what one expected from the state’s second-ranked team. Eight turnovers, 8-for29 shooting from the floor, one trip to the foul line, Dyersburg grabbing almost every loose ball while forcing Coving-
Lady Cougars Robneisha Lee, right, and Kierra Richardson, with plaque, celebrate after winning the district title. Photo by Jeff Ireland
ton’s height advantage out of the paint with a solid 2-3 zone were the low lights. CHS held the lead once in the first half at 9-8 with the first basket of the second period. Dyersburg held its largest lead at 24-13 before going to the break with a 25-18 advantage. A different Covington team emerged from the locker room. The defense turned up the heat and shots began to fall. A 6-0 Lady Charger run to open the third cut the lead to three. Dyersburg countered with a 7-0 run to go up 36-26, only to see CHS come back with a 10-2 spurt sending the game to the fourth with DHS on top 40-39.
Both teams’ fans were vocal for the final period. There were eight lead changes and two ties, the last coming at the buzzer on a driving lay-up by the games’ high scorer Chari Swift who burned Covington for 22 points. The overtime period was all Covington. The Lady Trojans held a brief lead at 61-60, but Covington put it away from there, closing on a 14-5 run to advance to the district final on Saturday night. Jones topped the CHS scoring with 20 points after being held to just six in the first half. Mason served notice that she had come to play with a season/career high of 18, highlighted by shooting 6-6 from the line in the
fourth and the OT. Precious Dyson, hounded all night on the perimeter, put up 12 with four 3-pointers. Junior J’La Brandon also stepped up with solid work at guard and a season/career high 10 points.
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Brighton FCCLA has been busy this year contributing time and money to Porter Leath Head Start Center in Memphis. The FCCLA chapter has been working with the center for the past 6 years. This year, students raised $600 for the Porter Leath Toy Truck Drive in December. Students also visited the center in October, with two more trips planned for February and March. The students will also be holding a children’s book drive this month.
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Covington FFA wins at competition The Covington FFA recently competed in the West Tennessee Speaking Competitions held at Crockett County High School. The Quiz Bowl team finished first in West Tennessee, which is a first for our chapter since the inception of the Quiz Bowl for the FFA. The team consisted of Sam Daniel, Molly Flanagan, Kayla Fisher, and Britney Kellum. Jason Joy finished third in West Tennessee in the Extemporaneous Speaking Comeptition. Jeffrey Sartain finished 3rd in the district in Prepared Public Speaking. Sarah Kate finished third in the region in the FFA Creed. Dezie Gude finished third in the district in Job Interview. The chapter is very proud of the accomplishments of all the speakers. 2013 West TN Star in Agriscience Congratulations to Jason Joy, who was recently selected as the 2013 West Tennessee Star in Agriscience at the Star Farmer competitions held at Peabody High School in Trenton. Jason, who is a senior at Covington High School, has been working on a reserach project with Mr. Keith Whithehorn of Whitehorn Farms in Covington. Some of Jason's responsibilities during the research project include the following: measuring cotton plant height, determining square positions on the cotton, determining boll percentages in a plot, recording data in a logbook, plotting coordinates on a GPS, researching weather data and recording the weather conditions a daily basis, scouting plots to determine for stinkbug and plant-bug percentages, and applying the scientific method to an agriculture project. This research also involved comparing the Liberty Link cotton (ST 4145 LLB2) to the Roundup Ready cotton (ST 4554 B2RF). Jason will go on to represent Covington High School and the West TN FFA at the 85th State FFA Convention this March in Gatlinburg.
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