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Smith not guilty of fourth shooting Jury acquits 21-year-old after victim admits to lying on stand By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com
A Covington man on trial for his fourth attempted murder charge was acquitted Tuesday after the victim admitted he lied under oath. After a two-day jury trial, Davarius Datron “Nudy b” Smith, 21, was found not guilty of attempted second-degree murder, aggravated assault, reckless endangerment and employment of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony. The charges stem from the
Jan. 16, 2012 shooting of Aaron “Icy” Lewis at the intersection of Simonton and Hill streets in Covington. According to testimony, Lewis, Rob Jones, Deon Tipton and Charles Hall were in the parking lot of the former Hall store when Smith and two others drove by. Shots were fired, shattering the passenger windows of the Jeep Cherokee Smith was driving and injuring Lewis.
The details leading to the shooting were never fully clear during the trial, Lewis and Jones testifying Smith was “mugging” as he drove by. Mugging, explained Lewis and Jones, was the angry manner in which Smith was looking at them. “You could tell there was anger in his face, like he had hostility toward us,” Lewis testified. Smith and his passengers,
Ralph Alexander and Demarius Adams, testified Jones shot at them while they were turning on Hill Street. Detectives recovered 9 mm and .45 caliber shell casings from the scene and it appeared the two groups were shooting at one another, however it was never determined during the trial who was in possession of either weapon. As convicted felons, it is illegal for Smith, Jones and Lewis See SMith, page A3
the thin blue line Norm Jenks, the father of fallen trooper Calvin Jenks, pauses at his son's memorial Monday night during the Sea of Blue processional. The memorial honors the trooper who was killed during a traffic stop on Jan. 6, 2007. Photo by Echo Day
Crash kills mother, daughter By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com
Keeping the memory alive Sea of Blue honors fallen trooper By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com COTTON LAKE – Norm Jenks stole a few minutes to stand on the side of the road, in the very spot where his son lost his life six years ago, and pay tribute to the man remembered every January in Tipton County. “It’s real hard to come back here because this is where the tragedy occurred,” he said. “I stopped by here a couple of times in the earlier years, and it is just as hard now as it was then.” Jenks’ son Calvin was shot to death during a traffic stop on a lonely stretch of Hwy. 14 in the Cotton Lake community. Dashboard video from the trooper’s patrol car shows Jenks asked the driver of the vehicle, Orlando Garcia if drugs were
in the vehicle. After Garcia told Jenks about the marijuana in the center console, Jenks approached the vehicle and was shot by passenger Alejandro Gauna. Garcia pulled the trooper’s body from inside the vehicle and sped off, leaving him on the side of the dark highway. Minutes later, Jenks’ body was discovered by a hunter. The two, teenagers at the time of the killing, were in Tennessee to sell marijuana. Garcia and Gauna were convicted in the Jenks’
murder and each sentenced to life in prison. Both have also been convicted of federal drug trafficking. Each year a Sea of Blue memorial is held to remember the fallen trooper. “Trooper Jenks gave the ultimate sacrifice and we have to do what we have to do to keep this alive,” said Sheriff Pancho Chumley. “It puts everything back in perspective.” Chumley understands the pain of losing a loved one in the line of duty. His brother, Charles “Lanny” Bridges, a 25-year veteran of the Covington Police
Department, was killed while responding to a possible suicide call on Aug. 14, 1997. “There’s nothing we can say or do to bring him back,” Chumley said, “but we can keep the memory alive.” For Norm Jenks, it is difficult to return to the place where his son lost his life. This was the second year he’s attended. “The first couple of years they had it, it was just too hard for me,” he said. Through the tragedy, though, he has found solace in the way the community has reached out to his family. “I can’t tell you how much the people of Tipton County and this community mean to us. You take a look at what goes on in today’s society and I just want everybody to know the way the folks of Tipton County have reached out to us is just unheard of. There’s a lot of good that still goes on in this country that can reflect in a very positive way relevant to the murder of my son.”
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A mother and daughter were killed Friday afternoon in a two-vehicle accident on Hwy. 51. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Sherry Claffey and Shelly Harvey were both traveling northbound on the highway when Claffey’s 2012 Ford Explorer hit Harvey’s 1999 Toyota RAV4 in the right rear side. The Explorer ran off the right side of the roadway, coming to a stop in a grassy area near the Kent Clinic billboard. The RAV4 also ran off the right side of the roadway, hitting a utility pole and breaking it in half before overturning, killing both Harvey, 47, and her mother, Peggy Harvey, 70. The two women lived in Munford. The accident took place between Jack Bennett Road and the bridge over Indian Creek, near the Covington-Brighton border. Shelly Harvey was a sales associate at Walmart and her mother, Peggy, was retired from the department store. Funeral services took place on Wednesday, Jan. 9 and both were buried at Helen Crigger Cemetery. Claffey, 62, of Atoka, was injured in the accident. She was treated and released. All three women were wearing seatbelts. The initial report from the accident stated speed was not a factor in the wreck. No charges have yet been filed. The accidetn is still under investigation.
Burglar held at gunpoint by homeowner By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com QUITO – To Alfred Wilson, gun control might be defined as the restraint he exercised when he found a woman burglarizing his home last month. According to the Tipton County Sheriff’s rodriguez Office, on Dec. 19, 2012, Wilson returned to his Quito-Drummonds Road home just before noon, after having been hunting, and found an unfamiliar ve-
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A2 • Thursday, January 10, 2013 • The Leader Minnie Bommer
Age: 72 Family: Widow of the late John Bommer after 54 years of marriage; two daughters, Monica and Gina, and one son, John Bommer Jr.; five granddaughters, one great-grandson Education: Frazier High School; Bachelor's from Memphis State; Master's from Antioch (Ohio) University in rural development Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac Favorite music: jazz, blues, old-style gospel Favorite beverage: herbal tea Favorite food: homestyle, pasta, chicken and dressing Favorite authors: Lee Child, Nora Roberts Favorite movies: “Jack Reacher,” “Django Unchained,” “Lincoln” Favorite TV show: dramas
Q&A With MINNIE BOMMER
Editor’s note: This week we are continuing a feature called Q&A. Through this feature we hope to help you get to know your neighbors, government officials and others in the community. Today we are publishing a chat with Minnie Bommer, who's been an outspoken member of the community for many years and was elected as an alderman in Covington last November. She was director of Children and Family Services for 20 years, served as a Covington alderman in the 1980s and ran for mayor twice in the 1990s..
Q: When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: My aunt teases my about it. She says I wanted to be a movie star. Then I changed to psychologist. Those are the two things I remember. Q: What person had the biggest influence on you growing up? A: My grandmother, I would have to say. I have to give Granny that credit. Even though there were a lot of grandchildren, she made us all feel special. She believed in honesty, cleanliness and treating others the way you wanted to be treated. Those were things I grew up believing. And of course watching my mother, how she had
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three of us and we always had what we needed. As I grew up I realized she did without things for us to have what we needed. When I went to school the teacher that meant the most was Hattye Yarbrough because she taught me in fourth and fifth grade and gave all of her children a sense of feeling good about who we were and where we were. She made us get the most out of books and love books and understand how important it was to have that drive that you want to see something for yourself. She taught us to have the right to feel the way you do about whatever it is you feel. Those are three women that really impacted my life. The first man that had a real major impact on my life was Johnny's (late husband) uncle who raised him from a baby. He was the most honest, accepting good man. When I married into that family I was accepted as family. He was, to me, the epitome of what a man should be like.
do it. I couldn't allow somebody I really didn't agree with and that I didn't think was doing as a good of a job as I could do. I just could not allow them to do it. When I went to have my petition (to run for alderman) signed, I had people saying, “Miss Bommer, let me help you do this.” We wanted representation and I think we deserve representation. I'm going to try and give them what I have.
Q: What do you like to do in your spare time? A: Read. I really do. When I'm not reading I like to listen to books.
Q: If you had a magic wand and could fix one of Covington's problems, what would it be? A: The biggest problem here in Covington to me is trust and cleanliness. I think Covington has allowed certain things to color who we are. We've allowed other negative things to define us rather than defining things the
Q: Why did you decide to return to the political arena last year? A: People that I thought would run against him (incumbent Alderman Shelvie Rose) wouldn't
Q: You've been pretty outspoken about race relations in Covington. Have you seen any significant improvement in the last five to 10 years? A: Honestly I'd have to say I have seen some improvement. I also have to say I've seen some covert types of racism. It used to be overt and you knew and understood what was going on. Now you see some things that you can't put your finger on, but you do know it's happening. But I do think, overall, if you look at it some things have changed that help everybody.
MAFD doubles manning of Station 3 By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com In Atoka, fire protection has nearly doubled thanks to a concentrated effort by reserve officers. “It’s going real good,” Munford/Atoka Fire Chief Alan Barkelew reported during Tuesday night’s meeting of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. “They love it
and they’ve really been signing up for it.” Increased protection has come as a result of complaints from citizens and city officials that Station 3, located on Walker Parkway, was going unmanned too much of the time. Though the south cities share a fire department, it is headquartered in Munford and Atoka pays
its neighbor fees to cover firefighter salaries and operational costs, among other budget items. Last month, tempers flared as an Atoka alderman suggested Munford officials needed to “pony up” and bring more fire protection across the highway. “Munford never goes unmanned,” Alderman Mike Joyner said.
The Town of Atoka began paying reserve firefighters to spend nights at the station, increasing the percentage of time it’s been manned. In December it was
way they happen. I don't like that. If I could wave a magic wand I would change the way we define ourselves. How we allow others to define us then we buy into it … I think Covington is a wonderful place. I really do. I've lived here my entire life and never wanted to live any place else, even though I've visited a lot of places. I love Covington. Because I love Covington
I don't like for people to define us as being a racially-divided town or a violent down or the nastiest little city around. I don't like those things. That's what I would change. A mindset. That we can be, as a whole community, whatever we want to be. That means we could control all of these problems. -Jeff Ireland
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Men of Tipton serving community By Jeff ireland jireland@covingtonleader.com Eric Brent is a 33-yearold administrator and basketball coach at Overton High School in Memphis. After graduating from Covington High School in 1997, he earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees and played college and professional football. Back in the mid-1990s he was a teenager in Covington looking to find his purpose in life. Brent and several other area teenagers stumbled upon on an organization called Enlighten Males. The group was formed by Minnie Bommer, who was director of Children and Family services, a local non-profit that helps underprivileged families with daycare and other services. “We were already doing a similar program with girls,” said Bommer. “We were teaching them common sense things, like how to treat girls … making them understand there were certain things expected of them.” Brent and the other participants in Enlighten Males took an oath back then to serve the community. They served the community as teenagers by planting trees, raking leaves for the elderly and
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Continued from A1 to be in possession of firearms. Following the shooting, Jones, who had reportedly met Lewis just prior to the incident, dropped Lewis off at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton and left. Smith dropped Alexander and Adams off at a nearby residece, then returned to his aunt’s house and called the police. A shots fired call was made by neighbors at 9:34 p.m. Smith called the police to report the shooting at 9:38 p.m. After speaking with Covington police, Lewis was transported to the MED. He was interviewed the following day as well. A week later, Smith was arrested and charged in the shooting. On the stand Monday afternoon, Lewis admitted to defense attorney Bob Brandon he lied under oath during a preliminary hearing. During that hearing, Lewis testified he didn’t know who shot him, however Monday he identified Smith as the shooter. Brandon caught him in the lie. “So you admit you lied under oath to protect your reputation?” Brandon asked. “Correct,” Lewis said. “I didn’t want to be a
things like that. “We learned to be honest men who strived for excellence,” said Brent, “as well as to be resilient.” Since then the participants in the group have moved on and, in many cases, like Brent, moved away. Now they are trying to get back in touch with their roots and follow through on their oath to serve the community that helped them get where they are today. In October of last year Brent and nine other former members of Enlighten Males, all in their 30s now, formed Men of Tipton with a conference call. They've been in touch with each other since and have big plans. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, the group is holding MLK Weekend Jan. 19-21. On Jan. 19 there will be a presentation at the Brighton-Covington basketball game in Brighton, plus a Tipton County Alumni Mixer at 9 p.m. at the Frazier Alumni Building. Admission to the mixer is two canned goods. The group will present fruit baskets to several churches on Jan. 20 and explain the goals of MOT. On Jan. 21 there will be
an MLK march starting at Frazier Park at 9 a.m., followed by an MLK progam at 10 a.m. at Collins Chapel Church. At 2 p.m. two basketball games involving Haywood Middle, Crestview Middle, Overton High and Covington High will be played at the CHS gym to cap off the MLK celebration. That weekend's events are just the beginning, Brent said. “The MOT's short-term objective is to enlighten young troubled youth to become productive citizens and help them realize there's a forest beyond the tree,” Brent said. “If we can display this benchmark in our short term, our long-term objective will be captured
snitch.” “What says you’re not lying today?” Prosecutor Walt Freeland asked Lewis why he didn’t want to point the finger at Smith during the hearing and Lewis said it was a matter of safety. “I didn’t want to look out after my back. I know he has a lot of friends and brothers like that.” During the trial, Brandon also called into question the investigative tactics of Det. Sonny Foster. After witnesses named Smith the shooter, Foster visited Lewis at the MED, took a statement from him and showed him a Facebook photo of Smith. “I’ve never before seen a one-photo showup,” Brandon told Foster. “This whole thing is completely tainted!” Though Lewis testified Monday he was under the influence of pain killers when questioned in the hospital by police, Foster said he was “amazed” at how alert Lewis was “after being shot like that.” The identity of the shooter came into question following the inconsistent testimony of Lewis, Jones and Foster. Statements taken from Lewis state the shooter exited the Jeep from the passenger side while a statement from Jones states the shooter came from the driver’s side.
Foster testified both statements were consistent – the shooter, he said, came from the driver’s side – but Brandon pointed out the discrepancy. “Are you saying you just discovered Aaron Lewis said the person got out of the passenger side?” Brandon asked. “It’s a small discrepancy,” Foster said. “The witness identification of where a shooter got out of a car is a small discrepancy?” Brandon also suggested the state was prosecuting Smith based on erroneous information and that Foster never investigated Smith’s claims about the Jeep Cherokee being damaged by gunfire during the same incident. “He was charged based on the facts of the case,” Foster said. “One of those facts you were dead wrong about was the shooter came from the driver’s side,” Brandon said. Foster replied that it was human error. Smith took the stand Tuesday afternoon in his own defense. He testified he did not have a gun and that he didn’t believe the shooting was gang-related. “At least not from our side,” he said. The 21-year-old testified he didn’t get out of his vehicle during the shooting and that the attempted murder charges
because we have molded these individuals to see a brighter day.” Men of Tipton is a diverse group, including administrators, accountants, educators, doctors, pastors, health care providers, industrial workers, truck drivers, professional musicians, engineers and police officers. Brent readily admits that some members have served time in jail or been in gangs. “The reason for such a diverse group is to reach different genres of lives,” Brent said. “All of our backgrounds are different, but for everyone to come together and display unity is what MOT symbolizes. Who understands a person if they
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Continued from A2 manned more than 80 percent of the time, nearly double the 42.5 percent in November. “Hopefully we’ll get up to 85 to 95 percent in January,” Barkelew said. A hot topic lately, at the December meeting Atoka officials tabled the signing of a fire contract between the two cities until language about severing the contract could be made clearer. Town administrator Brian Koral reported Tuesday Munford’s town attorney had not yet had a chance to review the contract, further postponing it. At the December meeting, aldermen also voted to allow Koral to explore the city’s options in regards to starting a fire department independent of Munford. He is expected to report those findings during the next meeting on Feb. 5. “came out of nowhere” a week later. Smith was acquitted on all of the charges by a jury of four white women, five white men and two black men. Smith will be serving time, however, after being convicted of attempted murder in Lauderdale County in July 2012. The conviction comes from a July 2011 incident where he was accused of shooting at two men at a Ripley park. His first attempted murder charge came in 2007, at age 16, in the shooting of Patrick Adams. He was tried and, eventually, convicted on the lesser charge of attempted voluntary manslaughter after a mistrial. While on house arrest between the shooting and his trial, Smith was arrested for driving without a license, attempting
have never been in that person's shoes. A person's trials can be another's treasures.” Bommer, who has retired from Children and
Family Services and is now an alderman in Covington, couldn't be more pleased that her former pupils are taking leadership roles as men.
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Continued from A1 hicle at the residence. His back window had also been broken out, and that’s when he saw Melissa Rodriguez coming from behind his home. Wilson held the 32-year-old at gunpoint and called the police. “We are pleased Mr. Wilson was able to arm himself for safety, react and capture his burglar,” said Sheriff Pancho Chumley. “She made the right decision to comply with Mr. Wilson and the deputies.” Detectives allege Rodriguez broke into the home, stole several long guns and a bow and arrow and gathered several other items and placed them near the door. She was arrested at the scene. Deputies also searched for a second suspect, possibly a juvenile, who reportedly fled from the back of the residence during the incident. The K9 unit responded and searched a wooded area behind the home, but was unable to locate him. Rodriguez, of the 100 block of Bridges Road in Drummonds, was charged with aggravated burglary, theft of property ($1,000 to $10,000) and vandalism. She spend Christmas in jail, but was released on bond on Dec. 30. She is set to appear in General Sessions court on Jan. 18. to sell marijuana and aggravated assault. Additionally, in 2009, Smith spent five months in jail on charges of rape and voluntary manslaughter. In Lauderdale County in 2010, Smith was charged with simple possession of a schedule V drug, reckless endangerment and aggravated assault. The 21-year-old is a fledgling rapper on the Get Money Entertainment label. His YouTube
channel, under the name PoloDaDunn, has several tracks from his album “I’m So Playa-Made.” On Facebook, he lists his occupation as Founder and CEO of Team Playa-Made where his responsibilities include rapping and hustling. He is currently serving prison time in Wayne County and will be eligible for release when his toddler son is in high school.
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Cancer trilogy: part one It was December 21, 2011 and I had been dealing with a sore throat and ear ache for 2 ½ months. I saw a doctor in early November, and being the season he quickly diagnosed flu and gave me a prescription for Z-PAC. This did not help and the pain just got worse, so after some prodding by a co-worker I finally made an appointment to see a doctor at the VA hospital where I am the Human Resources Officer in Sheridan, WY. As an Iraqi veteran I had earned 5 years of medical care through the VA so I finally decided use the benefit. The doctor I was supposed to see had to go home sick that day and the physician on duty to cover just happened to be the facility’s only Oncologist – cancer doctor. The redness in my throat and pain had only been on J im Hardin the left side, as was my ear ache. It never spread beyond the left side. This apparently sent red flags up for the cancer doctor who looked far into my throat and said she saw something she wanted checked out. She did not seem alarmed or panicked, just slightly concerned, yet cheerful. The next day I had a CAT scan of my head and neck. The person taking the images shot me with some fluids that would highlight areas within the scan that had issues. I did not know what this meant and was not concerned a bit. Other than an hour or two for doctor and dentist appointments, I had never asked for a sick day in my life. Except for being overweight, I considered myself very healthy. I could still pump out 50 pushups, do 75 sit ups and run a mile in ten minutes or less. My blood pressure always ran 120 over 80, cholesterol was normal and heart rate ran about 60 sitting down. Not bad for a guy about to turn 51 years old. On the next day, the Friday before Christmas, I went back to the doctor to get the report. She did not have a somber look on her face and seemed cheerful, so I thought I was about to be told I had a throat and ear infection that just needed a certain strain of antibiotics to knock out. She sat me down and told me the scan found a tumor in my throat that seemed to originate from the left tonsil. This was the source of my left side throat and ear pain. She said she did not know if it was cancerous but that I needed to see a surgical ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor right away to have it removed and tested. I was shocked. I now had to tell Debbie. She had just returned after spending nearly 2 months with her father in a hospital. Her mother had passed away the year before. I had recently uprooted her away from family and friends for a move from Tennessee to Wyoming and she was still adjusting to that. Now I had to tell her there was a 3 ½ by 1 ½ inches mass in my throat that may be cancer. Oh, and Christmas was in just 2 days. The VA Oncologist made arrangements for me to see a surgical ENT in Billings, MT the very next week. I waited until Monday night after Christmas to tell Debbie. We were in the parking lot of the Wal-Mart in Sheridan, WY after catching some after Christmas sales when I told her. She told me she knew something was wrong. Apparently I was being too nice and free with the money in the sales. Women do have an intuition, especially about those they know very well and love dearly. We saw the ENT who was concerned enough to clear a spot for me the next week to have the tumor removed. On January 5, 2012, I went under anesthesia and the scalpel for the first time in my life. By 7:30 am I was on the operating table, talking and jesting with the surgical staff, and before I knew it was out. I remember thinking that morning that this kind of thing just does not happen to me. Debbie and I had just survived a near tragic hydroplane on ice incident coming home from Oklahoma; I had survived rocket and mortar attacks in Iraq; and survived helping raise three teenagers. Cancer does not run on either side of my family, so the prospects of this being cancer just seemed improbable. Perhaps
This photo shows a group standing outside of First Baptist Church in Covington between 1910 and 1920. Pictured are, from left, front, Ernest Dumas, Annie Mildred Smith, Rubie Major Eckford, Ernestine Smith, Lytle Worthaur; back, Effie Wood, Margurite Smith and Mr. J.G. Ferguson.
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Looking ahead to 2013 By Tom Vilsack, USDA Secretary In recent days, Congressional leaders came together with an agreement to provide middle class tax relief and extend protection for two million unemployed Americans. This agreement provides some relief for all of us who are frustrated with the gridlock that often dominates Washington. It is also good news for the 98 percent of American families and 97 percent of small businesses who were protected from a tax increase. At the same time, I am disappointed that Congress was unable to pass a multi-year Food, Farm and Jobs Bill. Congress did extend some 2008 Farm Bill programs that will prevent a spike in the price of dairy and other commodities. However, the extension fails to provide any of the long-term certainty that we know is vital for rural America.
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ther indoor tubs or big galvanized wash tubs to take a bath. Thurman Tim, Bud Graves, Tommy and Lynn likewise splashed in a number three gray vat. Since we graduated to the fifth grade we were allowed to play football which meant we could dress out in the locker room. Now the older boys Carl Houston, Ed Haley, future Allstate at Millington High, George Robert, ‘Bub’ Bomar were the big mean guns on the team and we were just little nubbins, but allowed to play. At recess that morning before practice we had a discussion about uniform sizes and those funny shoes with bottom studs protruding back then. Marshall asked “when we finish are you going to take a shower and how or take it whereabouts? Big Paul House questioned, “what is a shower?” Wayne responded, “I ain’t real sure, but grab and hold it we’ll take it to Mr. Albert’s corn field and tie it up for the night. Sounds good to me. One never knows what might rain down on you in the redneck South…Glory!
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Invesment mistakes to watch for at different stages of life As an investor, how can you be on the long term — and it’s imavoid making mistakes? It’s not possible to reach long-term goals always easy, because investing can with short-term, highly conservabe full of potential pitfalls. But if tive investments. you know what the most common When you’re in mid-career … mistakes are at different stages of Mistake: Putting insufficient an investor’s life, you may have funds into your retirement aca better chance of avoiding these counts — At this stage of your life, costly errors. your earning power may Let’s take a look at well have increased subsome investment misstantially. As a result, you takes you’ll want to should have more money avoid when you’re available to invest for the young, when you’re future — specifically, you in mid-career, when may now be able to “max you’re nearing retireout” on your IRA and still ment and when you’ve boost your contributions just retired. to your employer-sponWhen you’re young sored retirement plan, financial focus … such as your 401(k), 403(b) Steven J. Jones Mistake: Investor 457(b). These retirement ing too conservatively (or not at accounts offer tax advantages that all) — If you’re just entering the you may not receive in ordinary working world, you may not have savings and investment accounts. a lot of money with which to in- Try to put more money into these vest. But don’t wait until your retirement accounts every time income grows — putting away your salary goes up. even a small amount each month When you’re nearing retirement can prove quite helpful. Addition- … ally, don’t make the mistake of Mistake: Not having balance in investing primarily in short-term your investment portfolio — When vehicles that may preserve your they’re within just a few years of principal but offer little in the way retirement, some people may go of growth potential. Instead, posi- to extremes, either investing too tion your portfolio for growth. Of aggressively to try to make up for course, stock prices will always lost time or too conservatively in fluctuate, but you potentially have an attempt to avoid potential dedecades to overcome these short- clines. Both these strategies could term declines. Since this money is be risky. So as you near retirement, for retirement, your focus should seek to balance your portfolio. This
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Continued from A4 this was just a big zit in my throat that needed to be squeezed out. I came to in the post-op room several hours later. The surgeon and Debbie were there. The doctor told me they had to not only remove the tumor, but the right side tonsil, part of my left palate and my uvula. I was still groggy but the part about the uvula concerned me so I looked at the doctor and said “Uvula? Isn’t that a woman’s part?” She laughed and Debbie just rolled her eyes. Now it was time to tell me what the preliminary test of the tumor had found. 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 opinion columns regularly for The Leader.
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Obituaries Martha B. Green Williams Date of Death – December 29, 2012
Martha B. Green Williams of Memphis, formerly of Gallaway, died at Ashton Place on December 29, 2012. Visitation took place on Friday, Jan. 4 at Palmer Funeral Home. She was buried in Union Grove Cemetery in Mason. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) January 10, 2013
Robert Leonard Tuller Sr.
March 14, 1927 – January 3, 2013 Robert Leonard Tuller Sr., 85, of Brighton, died on January 3, 2013 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. Born in Austin, Texas, he was retired from the Tennessee Department of Corrections and served in the Navy as a navigator/radio man during World War II. Funeral services took place on Jan. 5 at Munford First United Methodist Church, where he was a member, with Rev. Mike Pilcher officiating. Mr. Tuller is survived by his wife, Joyce; daughter Jeri Taylor of Brighton; sons Robert L. Tuller Jr. of Appling, Ga. and Tim Robertson of Foley, Ala.; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Vernon Tuller. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) January 10, 2013
Peggy Lillian Harvey and Shelly Renee Harvey Date of Death – January 4, 2013
Peggy Lillian Harvey, 70, retired clothing department associate for Walmart, and Shelly Renee Harvey, 47, sales associate for Walmart, died January 4, 2013. Funeral services took place at 10 a.m., Wednesday, January 9 at Munford Funeral Home, Munford Chapel. Interment will take place in Helen Crigger Cemetery. Peggy leaves two sons (Shelly’s brothers), Adel-
The Community Calendar is a free service offered by The Leader. We make every effort to include all submissions for this section, however these items are printed as space becomes available. To guarantee your event to be in the paper would require paid advertising. A complete list appears in the Community Events section on our web site, www.covingtonleader.com January 17 Barrie Foster will be teaching adult beginning watercolor classes at the Baker Community Center in Millington on Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m. beginning Jan. 17. The cost is $10 per class. Please call Jule Dunham at the Baker Community Center at 873-5770 to register and for the supply list. For other questions please call Barrie at 2127890. The NARFE (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. Buddy Chapman, head of the SeniorBsafe Organization which is an initiative of CrimeStoppers of Memphis and Shelby County. He will discuss
the need for seniors to feel safe in their own homes & neighborhoods. For more information, call Carolyn Cribbis at 413-7123. January 19 The Men of Tipton will host a Tipton County alumni mixer at the Frazier Alumni Building from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission is two canned goods. The Covington Exchange Club’s second annual fish fry will be held at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center. The menu will include fried fish, blackened catfish, hushpuppies, fries and slaw. The cost of sit down or carry out is $7. The proceeds are used to fund Exchange projects like the scout hut, student of the month at Covington High School, fireman of the year, policeman of the year, ACE award and Boys State. For more info, call 387-9213. Brighton AYSO Spring Soccer announces registration for the spring soccer season, which will be held at Old Brighton High School Jan. 19, Jan. 26 and Feb. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon, and on Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5 from 6-8
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bert Lee Harvey, Jr. and Kevin Wayne Harvey, and Peggy’s two grandchildren, Christopher Alexander Harvey and Amanda Leigh Harvey. Memorials may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) January 10, 2013
Joyce Ann Millican
Date of Death – January 7, 2013
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We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their prayers, phone calls, food, flowers and monetary gifts during this time of our loved one’s illness and death. We would especially like to thank Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home for their kindness and thoughtfulness. We would like to especially thank Brenda Moss for being so kind to us.
Joyce Ann Millican, 65, of Munford, died on January 7, 2013 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. She was a retired factory worker for B&H Electronics. The family will receive friends on Thursday, Jan. 10 from 5-8 p.m. and funeral services will take place on Friday, Jan. 11 at 3 p.m., both at Munford Funeral Home, Munford Chapel. She will be buried at Poplar Grove Cemetery. The widow of James Archie Millican, she is survived by daughter Donna Johnson; sons Michael Millican and James “Bubba” Millican; sisters Barbara Newman, Patsy Caldwell and Cindy Throne; brother Johnny Redd; and grandchildren Matthew Johnson, Cody Johnson and Adam Millican. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tipton County Animal Shelter.
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Robbie Lynn Simmerman April 27, 1956 – January 7, 2013
Robbie Lynn Simmerman, 56, died on January 7, 2013. The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 13 at the Burlison Community Center. Mrs. Simmerman is survived by her daughter, Mechelle Dawn Ervin of Brighton; brothers Johnny and Marty Boswell of Covington; sisters Donna Kellum of Burlison and Tammy Billings of Covington; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her son, Scott Pruitt, and parents John and Shirley Boswell.
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p.m. Boys and girls from ages 4-18 are invited to learn to play soccer, have fun and make friends! The cost is $65 which includes the soccer jersey, socks, trophy, and soccer accident insurance. . For complete registration information, please call 290-8187, email brightonsoccer@bigriver.net or visit www.ayso1535.d4sportsclub.com. January 21 An MLK march sponsored by the Men of Tipton will begin at Frazier Park at 9 a.m. and end at Collins Chapel Church where an MLK program will follow at 10 a.m. January 26 Dacus Riding Club, located at 9051 Highway 51 in Brighton, will begin the 2013 season with a membership drive at the Brighton Community Center at 6 p.m. There will be a barbecue dinner with door prizes and an auction. Call Kenny Lane at 870-2986 for more information. February 2 The Successful Gardening event at the Tipton County Museum
will present “All About Herbs” with guest speaker Eleanor Herron from 10-11:30 a.m. Cost is $5. Free to members. February 9 The Successful Gardening event at the Tipton County Museum will present “Fertilizers: Everything You Need to Know” with guest speaker Tom Mashour from 1011:30 a.m. Cost is $5. Free to members. February 12 A Munford and Drummonds area Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held at the Quito/ Drummonds Volunteer Fire Department from 7-8 p.m. For more information call Barbara Borum at 837-3244. February 16 The Successful Gardening event at the Tipton County Museum will present “Sustainable Community Vegetable Gardening” with guest speaker Carl Wayne Hardeman from 10-11:30 a.m. Cost is $5. Free to members.
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McCammon family welcomes daughter A daughter, Sophia Isabelle, was born to Andy and Hollie McCammon of Drummonds at 4:31 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12, 2012. She was born at Baptist Women's Hospital in Memphis and weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces. She measured 19½ inches long. Paternal grandparents are Randy and Lea Ann McCammon of Munford. Maternal grandparents are Donald and Patsy Delk of Covington. Paternal great-grandparents are Jack and Sue Sudduth of Munford, Shirley Lusbey of Covington and the late Byrle McCammon. Maternal greatgrandparents are Mary Stevens of Mason and the late Jack and Dorothy Stevens and Robert and Marie Delk. Sophia is welcomed home by big brother Jack, age 2½.
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Just for Fun Craft Club- The craft club meets this month on Tuesday December 11th at 10 a.m. in the dining hall of the CSC. Bible Study- Bible Study will be held at the CSC on Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. This non-denominational class is open to all.
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Bending Needles Quilting Club- Experienced hand stitch quilters are welcome to join the club. The quilters meet each Thursday and Friday morning from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the craft room. Bingo- Bingo will be held in the dining hall of the CSC on Fridays December 7 & 28 beginning at 10 a.m. Five generations of the Glass family were recently together. Pictured, left, are Kathryn, June, Tammie, Josh and Alex. Pictured at right are Kathryn, June, Tammie, Zach and Brayden. Courtesy photos
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Marriage licenses - December 2012 The following marriage licenses were recorded in the office of Mary Gaither, Tipton County Clerk, during the month of December 2012. John Henry Adkerson II to Sarah Diane Houghtaling Allen Tavarkis Dereko Bell to Kirsten Ladasha Hunt Corey Bonds to Annette Juanita Boyd Williams Alan Shane Bonifer to Kimberly Michelle House Micah Andrew Bowers to Michelle Lynn Frederick Matthew Keith Brown to Carla Michelle Mcgough Brown Jonathan Lee Burns to Ashley Nichole Harrison Douglas Keith Carver to Jennifer Diane Roper Westcott Adam Keith Cullum to Kali Rae Crow
Clint Wesley Dixon to Melissa Rene Collins Smith Ricardo Estrada to Blanca E Buenrostro David Glenn Ezell to Lara Lynn Papendik Osborn Jeremy Brian Fields to Jasmine Abbasi Robert Hamilton Jr. to Brandy Nicole Gilmore Nicholas Howard Blake to Raven Renee Thompson Dtaune Quintrell Ingram to Saetbyul Kim David Jeffrey Jolly to Elizabeth Leanna Lampley Ricky Wayne Kidd to Jennifer Rae Baskin Yarbrough John Henry Kindred III to Felicia Renee Dye Herbert Bradley King to Ricci Ellynn Whitesell King
Burrell Lynn Kissell to Letitia Kaye Clark David Allen Lawrence to Tiffany Lee Brandon Biffle Stanley Edwin Nichols II to Mandy Elaine Pearce Sanford Willard Oscar Phillips Jr. to Lori Michelle Kelley Michael Joseph Racine Jr. to Kaci Lane Hanks Christopher Wayne Shahan to Sheryl Marie Stuart Wallace Lee Stoddard to Paula Jane Magruder Lyon Kerry Lynn Taylor to Krista Agnes Wassel Jimmy Dale Tims to Alsia Case Gentile Charles Sherell Wade to Cheryl Lynn Watson Freeman
Tipton County and the Civil War Compiled by Russell B. Bailey Tipton County Historian The Army of Tennessee was concentrated around Murfreesboro by Dec. 1, 1862. Cheatham’s Division, Polk’s Corps had arrived there Nov. 24th from Manchester. Several regiments in Cheatham’s Division were consolidated for field and drill purposes due to attrition from battlefield casualties. The 4th and 5th Tennessee were consolidated, as were the 6th and 9th Tennessee Infantry Regiments. The “Tipton Rifles” Co. I, and “Lauderdale Invincibles” Co. G, of the 4th Tennessee Infantry were consolidated. In the 9th Tennessee, Tipton’s Company C was “temporarily united” with Company A (organized at Dancyville, Haywood County). Lieutenant William Young of Tipton commanded Co A and C. Confederate President Jefferson Davis visited his western armies in December. Davis arrived at Murfreesboro Dec. 12; the next morning in a field a mile south of town he reviewed the troops of Polk’s Corps. Davis rode the full length of each division; the corps then passed in review “within 10 steps” of Mr. Davis. Tipton’s infantrymen of the 4th, 9th 51st and 154th all got a chance to see the President and Department Com-
mander General Joseph E. Johnston. In North Mississippi Gen. U. S. Grant’s army advanced on Vicksburg. Tipton’s troopers of the 7th Tennessee Cavalry fought the Federals at Oxford on Dec. 2d where Jenkins Wilson of Covington was shot in the thighbone making him a permanent cripple; skirmishes were fought at Springdale and Coffeeville on the 4th and 5th. On the 12th most of Tipton’s men of Co. K was consolidated with “Hill’s Cavalry” Co. B. Generals’ John Pemberton and Bragg ordered raids on Grant’s supply lines. Forrest’s troopers struck the Mobile and Ohio Railroad supply line running from Columbus, Ky. to Jackson, Tenn. Rupturing Grant’s railroad Forrest fought combats with the Federals at Trenton and Humboldt. Gen. Earl Van Dorn left Grenada, Miss. with 3,500 cavalry, including Tipton’s men of the 7th Tennessee and attacked Gen. U. S. Grant’s supply base at Holly Springs, Miss. on Dec. 20th. The Federal garrison offered a feeble defense and most of the 8th Wisconsin was caught in their beds: “Van Dorn’s men routed them (Federals), and the vital supply depot with its tons of medical, quartermaster, ordnance, and commissary stores quickly fell into
Confederate hands. While about 1,500 prisoners were being paroled the Confederate raiders plundered warehouses, cut telegraph lines, and tore up track. After putting the torch to those supplies they could not carry with them the Confederates withdrew. In 10 hours they had destroyed $ 1.5 million worth of supplies and burned several buildings including a new 2,000 bed hospital.” Van Dorn continued as far north as Dancyville, Haywood County before returning south. The successful raids of Forrest and Van Dorn forced Grant to abandon his overland campaign against Vicksburg and withdraw from Oxford to La Grange and Grand Junction. On Christmas Eve, President Jefferson Davis, Generals’ J. E. Johnston and William W. Loring reviewed the troops at Grenada, Miss. Tipton’s former Fort Donelson prisoners of war of the 51st Tennessee saw the Confederate leaders. All of the men of the 51st Tennessee captured at Fort Donelson and exchanged had been consolidated into a company commanded by Captain John Gracey Hall of Mt. Carmel. This company was “massed” into Colonel Cyrus A. Suggs’ 50th Tennessee Infantry Regiment, later commanded by Colonel Thomas W. Beaumont.
Leader Publisher Brian Blackley, left, presents a check to Lee Downing of the Covington High School Gridiron Club on behalf of merchants who supported the Chargers in their 2012 run into the state playoffs. Those that contributed include Glass Tire & Muffler, McDivitt Motors, Covington Funeral Home, King Cotton Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Whitley & Hughes Family Eye Care, Jim's Auto Body & Towing, Commissioner Tommy Dunavant, InSouth Bank, Country Chevrolet, Wall's Paint & Body, Upscale Resale, Michael Harris of Farm Bureau, Bancorp South, Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home, Inc., the Bank of Tipton and Bank of Ripley, McBride Stitt & Williams Investment Management, Michelle Woodward Dentistry of Children & Adults, King Cotton Ford and Jay's Paint & Body. These contributors and The Leader congratulate the Chargers on an undefeated regular season and for representing the community in the state finals.
To Your Health Get Fit, Stay Fit- Join other seniors every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:15 a.m. at the CSC for 45 minutes of great stretching and strengthening exercises. This is just right for everyone 55 and older. Tap Dance Class- Kay Catterton, our volunteer instructor always welcomes new students. The tap class meets on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the TCCA dance room. The cost is $3 a class. Line Dance Class- Classes meet every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the TCCA dance room and at the Munford Senior Center every Monday at 9 a.m. Contributions are welcomed at both sites. Mrs. Juanita Joyner is the instructor. Caregiver Programs “Helen’s House” Adult Day/ Respite Service- Helen’s House currently has openings offering a great opportunity for those with some degree of memory loss or dementia to have a safe and therapeutic experience while their family caregivers enjoy a time for personal business or other activities. Helen’s House is licensed by the State of Tennessee. Helen’s House is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call Anita for more information or to receive a registration packet. Caregiver Wellness/Support Groups meet across Tipton County… All shared information is confidential--“what is said here, stays here”- Meal contributions are requested and transportation is available on a limited basis. • South Tipton Caregiver Wellness GroupThis group meets the second Tuesday of the month in Munford at the Restoration Church from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. • “…For Men Only” Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meet the second Monday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The facilitator is Mr. Russell Lindsay. • Lunch Bunch Caregiver Wellness GroupThis group meet the third Tuesday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. The facilitator is Mrs. Darlene Hopper Spaulding. • TCCA Breast Health Wellness GroupPlease join facilitator, Sue Wheeler on the second Monday of the month at Covington Senior Center dining room from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tipton County Commission on Aging 401 S. College, P.O. Box 631 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3333/901-476-3398- Fax Kerry W. Overton, Executive Director Helen’s House- Anita Feuring-476-1068 Website- www.tiptonaging.org
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ty Federated Club and Jamestown Community Education Club. For each one of these she received several awards for outstanding community services. Also she was highly recognized for her dedicated service to the Union Peace Association and the Tipton County Singing Union. Our prayers are continued with her husband, Isaiah Burton (67 years) and the entire family. Our special thank yous to the Barlow Funeral Home (Rev. Quincy Barlow Sr.) and the Methodist North Hospital for their wonderful care. Especially Pastor S.P. Cole, his staff and member of Bright Hill MB Church. My sisters from Atlanta
came to the funeral services along with out oldest brother. Always good to see them along with the ones of us that live here. We all got together Friday afternoon for a lovely meal in Memphis. All of our prayers are with our other loyal readers: Jennie Stewart, Posey Reed, Joseph Heaston Sr., Ruth Alston, Willie Shade Alston, Louise Mason, Eddie Dye, Katerne Harber, Flossie Woods, Viola Jones, Jessie Lawson, Rudolph Boykins, Ruby Coe, Carlotta Jones, Ruth Griffin, Ada Fletcher, Mary Ballard, George Hooper, Wayne Jerry, Charlene and David Sneed, Connie and Christine Brown, Mins. Pink Sherrill Jr., Menola Knot Hollands,
just get so excited when they know they are coming!! They start asking in November if they are going to come on Christmas Eve. Everyone was psyched for them to hurry up and get here!! They came around lunch time, which is a great time for them to come, as all the residents are in the dining room and ready to be “ENTERTAINED”!!!! And that they did!! Oh my goodness!! Presents for each resident, by name, gifts for the buildings, (a much needed carpet shampooer, YES!) and much singing and having a wonderful time! Thank you Cereice, Chris and all you wonderful people who have a heart as big as a house for the elderly and long to see them enjoy themselves!!! We
are already looking forward to next year!! Our people that were not here last year were absolutely blown away and can’t wait till they come back!!! Thanks Barn folks! This coming Saturday we want to say “Happy Birthday” to one of our staff members, Beverly Hart, hope you have a great day Bev!!! Love you girl!! Also another exciting thing going on this coming Saturday is the planning committee for the “Dunlap Kids Reunion” will be meeting here at the center for the first time. This will be the initial meeting to start looking at dates and etc. They already know they want to have it in June, so if you lived here at Dunlap anytime in your life, please stay tuned to my notes and I will be giving updates about what’s
going on as I know them. I’m so excited and so are they!!! Now we want all ages of Dunlap folks, not just the young ones, so mark your calendar for the beginning of June, PLEASE? I am in need of someone to call Bingo for our folks one day a week! We usually do two days, but when it’s so cold, they don’t want to get out that much! So if the Lord lays it on your heart to come and be a part of this community service, please call me at 476-70104, I would love it, and so would they!! Until next week, please be safe, love and hug your kids and family more than normal, keep Christ at the center of your daily thoughts, let Him know you love Him as well, He died for you and all He asks in return is that you love Him.
ily lectureship Feb. 9-10. The speakers will be Bro. Chris Harper and Bro. David Dalton. The topics will be announced at a later date. The service times for Sunday morning are Bible study at 10 a.m., worship at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. and Wednesday night Bible study at 7:30 p.m. The church is located at 10726 Hwy. 59 W., and the phone number is 476-8482. The minister is Daniel Dalton. The church also has a daily radio program on WKBL 1250 AM at 12:45 and 5:30
p.m. on weekdays. Happy birthdays to Lindsay Dalton, J.L. Yarbro, Glenda Kight, Wayde Boswell, Tucker Patterson and a happy anniversary to Kyle and Jessie Huggins. On the prayer list are Henry and Laverne Fowler, Louise Martindale, Andrea Stafford, Willie Mae Lawson, Lois Smith, Victoria Matthews, Carolyn Hanks, Carla Carlson, Trixie Dawson, Janet Dempsey and Caroline Darden who are battling illnesses. Also remember Dennis Gholson,
Jody Coker, Ian Boswell, Michael Barton, Ryan Hirsch, E.J. Perkins, Seth Kellow and the men and women who are serving in the military. God bless.
McCalla, to lunch at the new restaurant last Wednesday. Elizabeth Elaine Watkins and Lyla joined us but Warm sunny Tuesday morning. Well, above 20 everyone else was sick anyway! Someone al- (Clint had flu) or at work. ready mentioned the "S" We had a nice Christmas word for next week. Will luncheon though and a lot of fun! She liked her have to check that out! I want to express my yearly calendar but also sincere sympathy to got coasters this year, as those who were killed in everyone else did! I've been going through the wreck in Brighton on old slides. Boxes and Friday, also those who boxes of slides. The picwere injured in the othtures of my whole childer car. I don't have their names but they all have hood are slides! And then some - Brian, Clint been in my prayers. This week's Cat Report: and Elizabeth have some We asked Lyla last week slides too! I remember what we should name how exciting it was when our cat and she imme- a box came in. We'd put diately said, "Minnie" so up the ol' pull-up screen Minnie it is! Minnie has and look at the new gone from hiding behind batch! It's a job sorting the washer and dryer to them now and deciding laying on us, purring. what to keep so they can Took her a couple of days be put on a disc. Friday night was Movie to get used to us and Night and 11 of us went to quit missing her Mama see "Parental Guidance" and siblings. She's going with Billy Crystal and to be a great cat! We took the Queen of Bette Midler. Laughed Mt. Carmel, Catherine out loud so much I need
to see it again because I laughed through the next lines! Great movie - no bad words! Go see it and you can take the children! We went for ice cream afterwards - good night! Carol "Buddie" McMahan is back in the hospital in Memphis and in all our prayers. Sue Bringle is out of the hospital and in rehab in Covington. Barry Brown and his mother, Thelma, are especially in our prayers at this time. There are so many are on our prayer list, including those taking treatments and all our servicemen and women. This week's Farmer's Almanac Quote: "In colonial times, wallpaper was hung with tacks, not paste". That would be easier to remove! "Thanks for Reading" this week goes to Mary Jane Walden and Frances Slover! Double Sa-lute! Short column this week! Until next week . . .
DarSay Burton Greetings. Once again Happy New Year everyone. Prayfully if it did not go very well for you last year, this is your year? Resolutions? For me each year I try and make mine one that I'll be sure to keep like being a friend to everyone I meet as I greet them with a lovely smile. How can you go wrong with that? This past week for the Burton family was a rough one as we lost Willie Mae Clewis Burton on Dec. 26. It was one Jan. 2-4 that we all said our final good byes! She was a loving wife to Isaiah Sr., a devoted mother of 11 children, grandmother of
25 and great-grandmother of 22. Ninety years was spent in a wonderful life touching the hearts and lives of so many. On Thursday afternoon Pastor S.P. Cole and associated pastor Pearl Andrews, along with members of Bright Hill family and friends all came to speak her praises as well as to sing songs of worship and joy for Willie Mae truly did love her church as well as the community. In the community she served as an active member of the Jamestown Comm. Heatlh Org., president of the Duration Social Club, an active member of the Tipton County Commission on Aging, also on the Tipton Coun-
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Kathy Keiter Hello everybody! Wow! What a crazy time of the year for this wired weather!! No wonder everyone is sick! Nothing is dying off because it’s not getting cold enough. I hate fleas!! I am so allergic to them! I itch for three or four weeks after they bite me. So I’m really hoping it gets colder at least for a few days, long enough to kill those things off. Last week I ran out of room before I was able to finish all the thank yous’ for the great acts of kindness given to all our folks here at Dunlap around Christmas. Last but absolutely not least, is our most favorite high light of the year and that is when “The Barn” folks come with Santa and Elvis!!!!! Oh my, the folks
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Bethel graduates local students During its fall 2012 commencement exercises, Bethel awarded the following degrees: Graduating from the College of Professional Studies with a Bachelor of Science were: Tracy Danette Dubois Gray and Barry M. Tompkins (Magna Cum Laude),
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College of Liberal Arts with a Bachelor of Science was: Courtney Leigh Cook of Burlison. Established in 1842, Bethel University is affiliated with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and offers bachelor’s, master’s and associate degrees.
Eula Culbreath, Percy White and family, Andrew Jackson and family, Robert Smith and family, Thelma Nicoles and family, Eugene and Gigi Baker, Rhonda HeastonMcLin and family. Happy birthday this week to Bree Miller (third), Aria Boddie (fourth), David Burton Jr. (fifth), Isiah Burton Jr. (sixth) and Sherman and Therman Boddie (ninth, my twin son's 35th). All for this time. Remember the word “should” be freed. Stop using the word, especially when you're always using it like this: “Maybe I should?” If its a good feeling, just do it. You should! Until next time.
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Munford fell to Bartlett a month ago by two points. Through three quarters Tuesday against those same Panthers at home, it looked like the game was going to come down the last possession again. It didn't happen. Brighton senior Kameron Foster hit a runner on the baseline with 3:27 left in the third to break a tie and hit a 3-pointer with eight seconds left in the period to push Munford's lead to 35-29. Bartlett never got closer than six points the rest of the way as Munford went on to a 52-39 win. With 1:07 left in the game, Munford (10-8) put an exclamation point on the win when Foster stole an inbounds pass and fed Jonathan Stark for a thunderous two-handed dunk. The win felt especially good for Stark. Last year as a Brighton Cardinal, Stark saw Bartlett's Anthlon Bell sink a 3-pointer at the buzzer to end
Last February the Munford Lady Cougars had to swallow a bitter overtime defeat at the hands of Bartlett in the region semifinals. On Tuesday at home, Munford blew out the Lady Panthers 56-24, finishing off a season sweep of Bartlett and exacting a little revenge. The second quarter was the difference for Munford (15-4). Shaliyah Wiggins and Kierra Richardson each hit a pair of 3-pointers in the period, which Munford won 19-2 to build a 29-8 lead and take complete control of the game. Munford head coach Steve Poindexter pointed to rebounds for his team's success. “We did a pretty good job on the offensive boards tonight,” said Poindexter. “We've lost four games, and were outrebounded by 16 a game in those. We're doing a better job … We're starting to get better effort and I'm pleased with that for sure.” Munford showed no signs of slowing down in the third quarter. Wiggins, who finished with 12
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Munford's Precious Mills brings the ball upcourt against pressure during action at home against Bartlett on Tuesday. Munford won handily, 56-24, to move to 15-4 on the season. Photo by Jeff Ireland
Chargers solidify first place in district
Covington's Ashia Jones maneuvers for position in the post during her team's win over Crockett County Friday night at home. Photo by Jeff Ireland
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Lady Chargers keep rolling By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com The holiday doldrums were evident in the first quarter for the Covington Lady Chargers in their opening district game of 2013 as they defeated the Crockett County Lady Cavaliers 76-56 on Friday. Cold shooting and sloppy ball handling let Crockett hang around before Covington took control with a 13-5 run to open the second period. Covington (15-2 overall, 6-1 District 13-AA) took advantage of its height and depth to wear down Crockett, which had only eight players on the roster. Offensive rebounding was the deciding factor. Covington at times had five or six opportunities on the “O” boards.
Lady Cards beat JCM By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com The Lady Cardinals got in the win column last Saturday with a 47-16 win over visiting Jackson Central Merry. Alaina Bierdz led the way for Brighton (4-9) with 20 points and seven rebounds and Shayna Johnson added seven points. The boys were not as fortunate, dropping a 58-42 decision to JCM. Lorenzo Hunt led Brighton with 14 points and Joshua Golden added 13. In other area action: • Rossville Christian defeated Tipton-Rosemark at Rossville on Saturday 52-47. Matt Moody led the Rebels with 18 points and Nick Biggs added 10. Rosemark led by five at the half. See bhs, page A16
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Crockett (6-8, 4-4) committed 26 turnovers while CHS had 15 turnovers and made 17 of 26 of their free throws. Covington’s Ashia Jones led the scoring with 33 points, including 20 in the first half. Teammates Precious Harvey with 15 points and Precious Dyson with 11 added offensive punch for Covington. Libby Hart led Crockett with 12 points. Lanie Riley and Aja Robertson added 10 each for the visitors. In other games: • The Lady Chargers were inhospitable to the Milan Lady Bulldogs on Saturday, posting a 47-13, mercy ruleinvoked home win. CHS (16-2, 7-1) ran out to a 37-4 halftime lead and were not threatened. Coach Dion Real inSee chs, page A16
An improved Crockett County Cavalier squad came to Covington on Friday seeking to knock the Chargers out of first place in District 13-AA and claim the top spot at the same time. An intense, foulplagued affair saw the Chargers remain unbeaten in the district with a 92-78 win that was closer than the score indicated. Both teams had the post-holiday shooting blues in the first quarter. Neither could pull away due to cold shooting and excellent defensive play. CHS (13-3, 7-0) managed a slim 2-point advantage at period’s end, 18-16. A basketful of Covington fouls in the first half kept the Cavaliers (106, 6-2) in the game. The visitors attempted 18 free throws to three for Covington in the half. Despite that disparity, CHS outscored Crockett in the second period 28-15 to take control. The Charger lead hov-
ered around 15 points for most of the second half. Crockett closed the gap to seven points with two minutes remaining but could come no closer. Four Chargers put up double figures. Demetrius Dyson’s team-leading 24 points gave him 1,500 points for his high school career. DaMarcus Seaber-
ry kept Covington in the lead in the first half with 17 of his season-high 21 points, which included five 3-point baskets. Chevia Hughes had a season high 19 points, many of them on snowbirds off brilliant assists from Dyson and Bobby Shanks, whose 15 points featured See first, page A16
Charger senior Montell Williams looks for an open man during Covington's win over Crockett County Friday night in Covington. Photo by Jeff Ireland
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The first disciples of Jesus shortly, the “Jews” are to be identified as the unbelieving and hostile portion of Israel. Also, by the use The first day in this period of of the title “Rabbi”, it is clear that time, John had a discussion with these two disciples were showing a those who had been sent from the desire to know more of Jesus, about Pharisees. The second whom their teacher, day, John the Baptist John the Baptist had saw Jesus coming to made such wonderful him and proclaimed declarations. Jesus rethat this “is the Lamb warded their interest of God who takes away by His encouragement, the sin of the world”. and invited them to The third day, John the where He was stayBaptist is standing with ing. Now here is the two of his disciples strange thing, dependas he sees Jesus walking upon your transing, and directly tells lation, the tenth hour Ralph A. Kelley his two disciples, “Becould be two different hold, the Lamb of God!”. times, depending if it is I believe that one of the disciples Roman time or Hebrew time. The standing with John the Baptist is Roman method of counting time John, soon to be an apostle of Je- starts from midnight. The hours sus. He clearly recalls to the most numbered by the Hebrew started minute detail, the time, the place, from 6 a.m. Since John wrote this the manner, the words and the at- book, I tend to believe he was gotitudes of all of those associated in ing by the Hebrew hour. And, it this particular period. I believe that is my belief that John was aware John the Apostle recalled exactly of the very day and the very hour where he and the other disciple because it first brought him into were standing when their teacher, contact with the Messiah. John the Baptist, made the identiOne of the two disciples of John fication of Jesus of Nazareth as the the Baptist that heard him declare Messiah sent by God. What was that Jesus was the Son of God, was John the Baptist doing here? Defi- Andrew, the brother of Simon Penitely and openly, John the Bap- ter. I believe that the two disciples tist identified Jesus as the Lamb of John are first Andrew, as stated of God. It was if John the Baptist here, and the second, the Bible had said, ‘there, I have identified does not say, but historically, it Him. There is nothing more for me is John the Apostle. I believe it is to say. It is now upon you….fol- John, by his detailed account of the low Jesus….and his two disciples events and circumstances of these did follow after Jesus. And Jesus first few days, from the deputation is aware that these two are follow- that came from Jerusalem to intering Him and asks them, “What do view John the Baptist to His bapyou seek?”. It is strange that they tism. For some reason, John leaves did not reply that they understood out the forty day and forty nights that He was the Messiah and that that Jesus spent in the wilderness, they wanted to follow Him. They tempted by Satan. were very polite in their response, John seems to be very reserved calling Him Rabbi, and asked in his writing and never mentions where did He live. It is interesting himself by name and the same to note that John, the writer of this feeling which led John to withhold gospel explains the term “Rabbi” his name elsewhere may account to mean teacher. This explanation for his withholding his name here. lets us know that John seemed to But he tells us, “one of the two who understand that to whom this was heard John” and “followed” Jesus, written was the Gentiles, because was Andrew, and we do find the By Ralph Kelley The Church at Shiloh
Church Bulletins Church bulletins, the section where we will share news briefs and church-related events, will run when space is available. To submit something to this section, call Echo Day at 901-4767116 or send an email to eday@covingtonleader.com. ON-GOING 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. 3-April 11 at Quito United Methodist Church, 4580 Quito-Drummonds
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. An exercise class meets each Tuesday and Thursday at Central Christian Church, 400 S. Maple, Covington, at 6 p.m. No charge. Everyone welcome. First Baptist Church Covington will host Awana every Sunday evening at 5 p.m. This group is open to children from PreK3 to
first thing that Andrew does is go in search of his brother Peter, to tell him that he had found the Messiah. The Messiah and The Christ both mean and are interchangeable for ’The Anointed One”. Notice that John says that Andrew “first” found his own brother, and leads us to the conclusion that Andrew did not stop with Peter, and I believe that John too, went to his brother James, but John did not stop with James, but both continued to search out men to tell them that they had found the Messiah. “We have found the Messiah” implies that Andrew, Peter, John and James had been sincerely expecting and waiting for the coming of the Messiah, and that they may have even been searching for Him. It is apparent that their attitude of expectancy was a direct result of the ministry of John the Baptist. They first addressed Jesus as “Rabbi”, but just a short time later, they recognize Jesus as the Messiah. When Jesus looks upon Peter, He immediately gives him a different name; Jesus tells Peter, “you shall be called Cephas”. This new name given to Peter means “stone” or “pebble”. There are many who confuse this to mean ’rock’, but ’rock’ is an incorrect translation. Cephas is a Syriac word, and is equivalent to the Greek word petros, which we translate "Peter“. Both Syriac and Greek translations mean a stone or a portion of a rock. Petra means a rock, and petros a piece of rock. Peter was the pebble, whereas Jesus is The Rock. I believe that Jesus had a perfect understanding of Peter’s personality and temperament from the moment He saw him. I believe Isaiah spoke rightly of Jesus when he said in Isaiah 11:2, “The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him, The Spirit of wisdom and understanding, The Spirit of counsel and might, The Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord”. Such knowledge was supposed by the Jews, to be a particular quality of the Messiah.
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 of age. Registration is $25 per adult, $10 per child and up to $20 for a family. For more information, call 476-5857 or 385-4327. Central Christian Church Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning worship 10:45 a.m. and Sunday Evening worship at 6 p.m. Youth and adult Bible Study meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at 400 S. Maple Street.
Gateway Baptist Church will meet each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for Celebrate Recovery, a program designed to share experience, strength, and hope in overcoming life’s hurts, hang – ups, and habits where anonymity is a requirement. If you have any questions, please call 901-837-8087. Paradise Baptist Church will be hosting a free fitness program for the public every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. at 520 Simonton St., in Covington. All ages are welcome, and the public is invited. For more details, please email pastor, Minister Shelia Bryant at MinisterSBryant@yahoo. com or call the church at 491-7061.
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IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE Tipton County, Tennessee in its own behalf and on behalf of the State of Tennessee, and the City of Covington, Tennessee, the Town of Mason, Tennessee, the City of Munford, Tennessee, the Town of Atoka, Tennessee, and the Town Of Brighton, all municipalities located within Tipton County, Tennessee, PLAINTIFFS NO. 28,636 Vs. THE DELINQUENT TAXPAYERS as shown on the 2009 Real Property Delinquent Tax Records of Tipton County, Tennessee, and the 2009 Personal Property Tax Records of Tipton County, Tennessee, all as set out in Exhibit annexed hereto as Exhibit A for Tipton County, Tennessee, the 2009 Real Property and Personal Property Delinquent Tax Records of the City of Covington, Tennessee, all as set out in Exhibit B, the 2009 Real Property and Personal Property Delinquent Tax Records of the Town of Mason, Tennessee, all as set out in Exhibit C, the 2009 Real Property and Personal Property Delinquent Taxes of the City of Munford as set out in Exhibit D, and the 2009 Real Property and Personal Property Tax Records of the Town of Atoka all as set out in Exhibit E, and the 2009 Real Property and Personal Property Tax Records of the Town of Brighton all as Set out in Exhibit F, all of which Exhibits are attached hereto, Defendants PUBLIC NOTICE OF COMPLAINT FOR COLLECTION OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES Public notice is hereby given to Vanders Culbreath and Virgie Culbreath, Charles Melvin Culbreath, Eula Ray Culbreath, Lawrence Culbreath, Leonard Culbreath, Ester Lee Culbreath and Michael Culbreath and/or their unknown heirs, Pamela Ford, Janice Virginia Roberts, Amos Russell and Edith Russell, Deborah Permenter, John O. Chorley, Jr., Billie Jean Perette, Joyce Curtis, Martha Fletcher, William Harrison, Jr., Jack Baker, Sr., Olivia Baker Barker, Sammie Baker Renaud, Marian Baker Kennedy, Sarah Baker Duncan, Lela Cotton, Almeda Smith, Mazie Bernard, Elisha Whitmore, Ora Teamer, Sandra Ann Smith, Spillmon Gooden, Eddie Lee Gooden aka Goodwin, Robert Earl Goodwin aka Gooden, Joann Goodwin Washington, Palm Goodwin aka Gooden, Glenn Cunningham and Hattie S. Cunningham, Steven Chad Smith, Bobby Stone and Mae Lois Stone, Shameika Thompson, Douglas Allison, Ronald Grimes, Milton Grimes, Betty Traylor, James Elkins, Charles Elkins, and Tommy Lee Elkins, Willie Tipton anc Estella Tipton, Roy Tipton, Wayne Tipton, Yvonne Tipton Irons, Arber Nathaniel Tipon, Evelyn Tipton McAnally, Evelyn Tipton McLemore, Samuel Woodland, Samuel Wright, Willie P. Hodge, Connie Scott Hadley, Eddie Hadley, and Brandy Pruitt and or any unknown heirs of any persons named herein whether the same are residents or non-residents of Tipton County, Tennessee, that they are unknown and their present whereabouts and addresses cannot be ascertained after diligent search and inquiry. That said defendants and/ or their unknown heirs are therefore required to appear on or before Wednesday, February 20, 2013, before the Clerk and Master of the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee at 1801 South College Street, Covington, Tennessee, and make defense to the Complaint filed against them by Tipton County, Tennessee and its municipalities in said Court. Otherwise, the Complaint will be taken as confessed as to each of them and for this cause proceed ex parte. It is further ordered that this notice be published for four (4) weeks in The Covington Leader, a newspaper published in Covington, Tennessee. This 17th day of December, 2012. JUDY T. BILLINGS CLERK AND MASTER ELIZABETH B. ZIARKO DELINQUENT TAX ATTORNEY
FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made by failure to comply with the terms and conditions of a certain Deed of Trust dated April 30, 1999, executed by Tommy R. Barnes, recorded in Record Book 864, Page 958, Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, and wherein the said Tommy R. Barnes conveyed the property therein described to John McManus, Trustee, to secure the indebtedness therein described, and the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust and note, and payment not having been made as demanded; and the undersigned, Joel E. Jordan, of 3326 Aspen Grove Drive #604, Franklin, Tennessee 37067, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee in the place and stead of John McManus, Trustee, said appointment being set forth in the Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, notice is hereby given that I, Joel E. Jordan, Substitute Trustee, having been requested so to do by the lawful owner of said indebtedness, will on Friday, January 18, 2013, at 12:15 p.m. at the North corner of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, free from equity of redemption, homestead and dower, and all other exemptions of every kind, all of which are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, the following described real estate in Tipton County, Tennessee: LYING IN THE SECOND CIVIL DISTRICT OF TIPTON, COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Beginning at an iron stake the northeast corner of the C. M. Cullum Lot No. 5 of the 1.5 acre of which this survey is a part, the same being the southeast corner of Michael Roach and in the west line of Charles Kinney; thence with the west line of Charles Kinney S 17 ¾ degrees W 224.2 feet to an iron stake the southeast corner of lot described; thence across the lot, N 80 deg. W 139.6 feet to an iron stake the southwest corner of lot described; said stake being in the east line of Dogwood Lane a 60 foot road; thence with the east line of Dogwood lane N 10 degrees E 168 feet to a stake to the south end of a cul-de-sac having a radius of 50 feet; thence with said cul-desac in a northeasterly direction 46.35 feet to an iron stake the northwest corner of lot described, said stake being a point in the south line of Michael Roach’s lot No. 6; thence with the south line of Lot No. 6, S 85 ½ degrees E 151 feet to the beginning, containing .75 of an acre. Being the same property conveyed to Tommy R. Barnes by Warranty Deed from Hazel M. Harkness dated April 2, 1999 and recorded in Record Book 863,
Page 789, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Also being the same property conveyed to Tommy Barnes by Quit Claim Deed from Willie Harkness dated April 23, 1999 and recorded in Record Book 864, Page 126, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Included in this conveyance is a 1999 Southern Homes mobile home, Serial #DSDAL28721A/B. This is improved property known as 806 Dogwood Ln, Brighton, Tennessee 38011. The 2012 taxes are currently due and payable. The 2011 and 2010 taxes are currently past due and delinquent. Said sale is subject to any and all unpaid taxes and any other prior claims, liens, easements, set back lines and restrictions. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. THE NOTICE OF RIGHT TO FORECLOSE HAS BEEN SENT AS REQUIRED BY T.C.A. §35-5-117. JOEL E. JORDAN Substitute Trustee STELTEMEIER & WESTBROOK, PLLC 3326 Aspen Grove Drive, #604 Franklin, Tennessee 37067 Insertion Dates: December 27, 2012, January 3, 2013 and January 10, 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 15, 2003 by James R. Fultz, a single person to Larry Butler, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1113, page 101, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Record Book 1557, Page 339, in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, BancorpSouth 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, January 17, 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 1, Haddad-Beaver Road Minor Subdivision as recorded in Plat Cabinet G, Slide 19-A, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. This conveyance is subject to building lines and easements in Plat Cabinet G, Slide 19-A, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5117. Tax Parcel ID: 06-082-050.03 Property Address: 2575 Beaver Road, Brighton, TN. Other Interested Party: First Citizens National Bank 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 # 2162-098191-FC Published: December 27, January 3, January 10 BancorpSouth/James Fultz
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 May 25, 2007 by Fred A. Tucker and Martha J. Tucker, husband and wife to The Law Office of Lincoln Hodges, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1346, Page 44, 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, January 17, 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 78, Section G, Reeder Place Subdivision, Plat Cabinet C, Slide 116, 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. § 35-5117. Tax Parcel ID: 095L-A-078.00 Property Address: 225 Kathleen Drive, Munford, TN. 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 # 1882-097866-FC Published: December 27, January 3, January 10 MidFirst Bank/Fred Tucker
This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor Trustee By: Roger A. Stone, President
SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE
Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on January 5, 2005 by Tyrone D. Salmon to Charlotte Miller, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1187, Page 292, the beneficiary being First South Financial Credit Union (formerly known as First South Credit Union). Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1460, Page 585; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 25, 2013 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Description of a 1.33 acre tract, being the Barry Gene White property as recorded at Deed Book 652, Page 684, said property being situated in the Eighth Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee and located on the West side of Old Memphis Road. Beginning at a found c.p.s. in the centerline of Old Memphis Road, being the Northeast corner of this 1.33 acre tract, being the Barry Gene White property as recorded at Deed Book 652, Page 684, said being the Southeast corner of the Gary P. Hartwell property (773/624); thence in a Southwestwardly direction, along the centerline of Old Memphis Road and the East line of this tract, the following two courses, South 17 degrees 36 minutes 07 seconds West, a called and measured distance of 146.38 feet to an angle point; thence South 23 degrees 09 minutes 51 seconds West, a called and measured distance of 111.74 feet to a found c.p.s., being the Southeast corner of this tract and an exterior corner of the Mrs. C. E. McCain property (256/251); thence in a Northwestwardly direction, along the South line of this tract and a North line of McCain, North 60 degrees 02 minutes 29 seconds West a called distance of 291.61 feet, but a measured distance of 291.70 feet to a found iron post, being the Southwest corner of this tract and an interior corner of McCain; thence in a Northeastwardly direction along the West line of this tract and an East line of McCain, North 18 degrees 09 minutes 00 seconds East, a called distance of 136.93 feet, but a measured distance of 137.03 feet to a found iron post, being the Northwest corner of this tract and an interior corner of McCain; thence in a Southeastwardly direction, along the North line of this tract and a South line of McCain, South 83 degrees 34 minutes 04 seconds East, passing through a found iron post at 90.09 feet, being an exterior corner of McCain and the Southwest corner of Hartwell and continuing along the North line of White and the South line of Hartwell and passing through a found iron post at 274.68 feet, but in all a called distance of 300.00 feet, but a measured distance of 300.15 feet to the Point of Beginning and containing 1.33 acres, more or less. However, there is excepted out of the above described property all that portion occupied by the Right of Way of Old Memphis Road. Property address: 8113 Old Memphis Road, Brighton, TN 38011 This sale is subject to 2012 county taxes. This sale will erase, as to this property only, the judgment lien of Noland Company, Case No. CH-06-2115-2 and recorded in Book 1358, Page 885 of the Tipton County Register’s Office. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. The sale date and time may be adjourned and rescheduled, without additional newspaper publication, within one year from the originally scheduled date, by announcement at the date, time and place of the new postponement date and time in accordance with T.C.A. 35-5-101. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor Trustee By: Roger A. Stone, President thence in a Northwestwardly direction, along the South line of this tract and a North line of McCain, North 60 degrees 02 minutes 29 seconds West a called distance of 291.61 feet, but a measured distance of 291.70 feet to a found iron post, being the Southwest corner of this tract and an interior corner of McCain; thence in a Northeastwardly direction along the West line of this tract and an East line of McCain, North 18 degrees 09 minutes 00 seconds East, a called distance of 136.93 feet, but a measured distance of 137.03 feet to a found iron post, being the Northwest corner of this tract and an interior corner of McCain; thence in a Southeastwardly direction, along the North line of this tract and a South line of McCain, South 83 degrees 34 minutes 04 seconds East, passing through a found iron post at 90.09 feet, being an exterior corner of McCain and the Southwest corner of Hartwell and continuing along the North line of White and the South line of Hartwell and passing through a found iron post at 274.68 feet, but in all a called distance of 300.00 feet, but a measured distance of 300.15 feet to the Point of Beginning and containing 1.33 acres, more or less. However, there is excepted out of the above described property all that portion occupied by the Right of Way of Old Memphis Road. Property address: 8113 Old Memphis Road, Brighton, TN 38011 This sale is subject to 2012 county taxes. This sale will erase, as to this property only, the judgment lien of Noland Company, Case No. CH-06-2115-2 and recorded in Book 1358, Page 885 of the Tipton County Register’s Office. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. The sale date and time may be adjourned and rescheduled, without additional newspaper publication, within one year from the originally scheduled date, by announcement at the date, time and place of the new postponement date and time in accordance with T.C.A. 35-5-101.
Default having been made in payment of the debts and obligations to be paid by JAMES ROBERT LYLES and wife, TERESA DAWN LYLES as shown in a certain Deed of Trust dated the 24th day of September, 2010, to DAVID E. OWEN, as Trustee, as the same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1492, Pages 412-414; and GLENN D. EVERTON having been appointed Substitute Trustee by Substitution of Trustee recorded at Book 1572, Page 1028 in said Register=s Office; and ROY LEONARD INMAN, JR., the owner of the debt secured, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that GLENN D. EVERTON will on Friday, January 25, 2013, commencing at 12:00 p.m. 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, to-wit: Situated in the County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Being Lot No. 1 of the Lyles-Sunnyside Road Subdivision, as shown on final plat in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 517, of the Tipton County Register=s Office, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. Property address: 3203 Sunnyside Road, Brighton, TN 38011 This being the same property conveyed to James Robert Lyles and wife, Teresa Dawn Lyles by Warranty Deed of record at Book 1492, Pages 409-411, in the Register=s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Other interested parties: None. All right and equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. Sale made subject to lien for unpaid City and County property taxes; and any rights of existing tenants. 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. TRUSTEE GLENN D. EVERTON Publication Dates: 01/03/13, 01/10/13, 01/17/13
SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on November 3, 2008 by Paul K. Stout and Valerie E. Stout, husband and wife, to Danny Goulder, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1416, Page 720, the beneficiary being InSouth Bank. Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1567, Page 1104; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 25, 2013 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Situated in the City of Covington, County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Lot 43, Hidden Ridge Estates Subdivision, Amended Section C, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 553, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. Property address: 1866 Wooten St., Covington, TN This sale is subject to 2011 and 2012 city and county taxes. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. The sale date and time may be adjourned and rescheduled, without additional newspaper publication, within one year from the originally scheduled date, by announcement at the date, time and place of the new postponement date and time in accordance with T.C.A. 35-5-101. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor Trustee By: Roger A. Stone, President 3jan3w
SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on November 3, 2008 by Paul K. Stout and Valerie E. Stout, husband and wife, to Danny Goulder, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1416, Page 701, the beneficiary being InSouth Bank. Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1567, Page 1103; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 25, 2013 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Situated in the City of Covington, County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Lot 41, Hidden Ridge Estates Subdivi-
sion, Amended Section C, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 553, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. Property address: 1900 Wooten Street, Covington, Tennessee This sale is subject to 2011 and 2012 city and county taxes. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. The sale date and time may be adjourned and rescheduled, without additional newspaper publication, within one year from the originally scheduled date, by announcement at the date, time and place of the new postponement date and time in accordance with T.C.A. 35-5-101. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor Trustee By: Roger A. Stone, President 3jan3w
SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on May 27, 2009 by Paul K. Stout and Valerie E. Stout, husband and wife, to John Weedman, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1439, Page 675, the beneficiary being InSouth Bank. Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1567, Page 1106; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 25, 2013 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Situated in the City of Covington, County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Lot 44, Hidden Ridge Estates Subdivision, Amended Section C, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 553 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. Property address: 1877 Wooten, Covington, TN This sale is subject to 2011 and 2012 city and county taxes. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. The sale date and time may be adjourned and rescheduled, without additional newspaper publication, within one year from the originally scheduled date, by announcement at the date, time and place of the new postponement date and time in accordance with T.C.A. 35-5-101. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor Trustee By: Roger A. Stone, President 3jan3w
SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on May 27, 2009 by Paul K. Stout and Valerie E. Stout, husband and wife, to John Weedman, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1439, Page 651, the beneficiary being InSouth Bank. Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1567, Page 1105; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 25, 2013 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Situated in the City of Covington, County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Lot 39, Hidden Ridge Est., Section C Amended as recorded in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 553 in the Tipton County Register’s Office to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. Property address: 1928 Wooten, Covington, TN This sale is subject to 2011 and 2012 city and county taxes. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. The sale date and time may be adjourned and rescheduled, without additional newspaper publication, within one year from the originally scheduled date, by announcement at the date, time and place of the new postponement date and time in accordance with T.C.A. 35-5-101. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor Trustee By: Roger A. Stone, President 3jan3w
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated JULY 23, 2007, executed by CLAYTON A. ROSE, A SINGLE MAN, to RALPH HENSON, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1357, PAGE 736, for the benefit of MORT-
GAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY; the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY BY AND THROUGH ITS SERVICER AND AUTHORIZED AGENT, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: BEGINNING AT A FOUND C.P.S. IN THE CENTERLINE OF DETROIT-GARLAND ROAD BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THIS 1.00 ACRE PARTITION OF THE J.E. WILSON PROPERTY. DEED BOOK 251, PAGE 543, WHICH THIS PARTITION IS A PART, ALSO BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF RANDY PARSONS (585/52); THENCE IN A SOUTHWESTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THIS PARTITION AND THE WEST LINE OF PARSONS, S 01 DEGREE 41 MINUTES 07 SECONDS W 209.72 FEET TO A SET REBAR BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THIS PARTITION, ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF PARSONS; THENCE IN A SOUTHWESTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THIS PARTITION, S 86 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 07 SECONDS W 220.00 FEET TO A SET REBAR BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THIS PARTITION; THENCE IN A NORTHEASTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THIS PARTITION, N 01 DEGREE 41 MINUTES 07 SECONDS E, 186.96 FEET TO A SET P.K. NAIL IN THE CENTERLINE OF DETROIT-GARLAND ROAD BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THIS PARTITION; THENCE IN A NORTHEASTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF DETROIT-GARLAND ROAD, N 79 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 03 SECONDS E, 126.88 FEET TO A FOUND SPINDLE IN THE CENTERLINE OF DETROIT-GARLAND ROAD; THENCE CONTINUING IN A NORTHWESTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF DETROIT-GARLAND ROAD, N 81 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 49 SECONDS E, 96.47 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. HOWEVER, THERE IS TO BE EXPECTED FROM THIS DESCRIPTION THAT PORTION OCCUPIED BY THE R.O.W. OF DETROIT-GARLAND ROAD. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO CLAYTON A. ROSE, A SINGLE MAN, BY DEED DATED JULY 23, 2007 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1357, PAGE 734, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 2065 GARLAND DETROIT ROAD, BURLISON, TENNESSEE 38015. MAP 015 PARCEL 019.04 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS WHICH TAKE PRIORITY OVER THE DEED OF TRUST UNDER WHICH THIS FORECLOSURE SALE IS CONDUCTED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE OF RECORD THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, December 31, 2012. This is improved property known as 2065 GARLAND DETROIT ROAD, BURLISON, TENNESSEE 38015. J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-1090 10jan3w
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated AUGUST 10, 2007, executed by GEORGE R. JACQUES, SR (A/K/A GEORGE RAY JACQUES, SR) AND CLAUDIA L. JACQUES (A/K/A CLAUDIA LYNNE HOPKINS, A/K/A CLAUDIA LYNNE JACQUES), HUSBAND AND WIFE, to RALPH HENSON, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1358, PAGE 28, for
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www.covingtonleader.com the benefit of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY; the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY BY AND THROUGH ITS SERVICER AND AUTHORIZED AGENT, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: LOT 19, SECTION A IN COTTONWOOD SUBDIVISION, AS RECORDED IN TIPTON COUNTY REGISTER’S OFFICE, PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 187 AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE EAST LINE OF PARK ROAD, SAID POINT BEING A COMMON CORNER OF LOTS 13 AND 19; THENCE NORTHWARDLY ALONG SAID EAST LINE A DISTANCE OF 100.0 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; THENCE ON A CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 25 FEET A DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET TO A POINT IN THE SOUTH LINE OF BEACHWOOD DRIVE; THENCE EASTWARDLY ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE A DISTANCE OF 65.0 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 20; THENCE SOUTHWARDLY ALONG THE LINE DIVIDING LOTS 20 AND 19 A DISTANCE OF 125.0 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 13; THENCE WESTWARDLY ALONG THE LINE DIVIDING LOTS 10 AND 19 A DISTANCE OF 90.0 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PROPERTY SUBJECT TO SUBDIVISION, RESTRICTIONS, BUILDING LINES AND EASEMENTS AT PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 187, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO GEORGE R. JACQUES, SR AND CLAUDIA L. JACQUES, HUSBAND AND WIFE, BY DEED DATED AUGUST 10, 2007 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1358, PAGE 26, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 216 PARK STREET, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058. MAP 111A GROUP B PARCEL 014.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS WHICH TAKE PRIORITY OVER THE DEED OF TRUST UNDER WHICH THIS FORECLOSURE SALE IS CONDUCTED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE OF RECORD THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, December 31, 2012. This is improved property known as 216 PARK STREET, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058. J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-1146 10jan3w
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated SEPTEMBER 30, 2009, executed by STACI NELSON (A/KA/ STACI STAFFORD, A/K/A STACI SMITH, A/K/A STACI N. NELSON), A SINGLE WOMAN, to TIPTON & OWEN TITLE, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1454, PAGE 24, AS CORRECTED BY SCRIVENERS AFFIDAVIT OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1456, PAGE 546, for the benefit of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST STATE BANK, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY; the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY BY AND THROUGH ITS SERVICER AND AUTHORIZED AGENT, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON),
AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: BEING LOT 4 OF DETROIT ESTATES, SECTION A, AS RECORDED AT PLAT CABINET D, SLIDE 6, OF THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. INCLUDED IN THIS CONVEYANCE IS A 1996 SUNDANCE MOBILE HOME, SERIAL #SRP1160AAL. RESTRICTION: SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING: TO EASEMENTS, SETBACK LINES AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD OR AS MAY AFFECT THE PREMISES; ZONING REGULATIONS FOR THE APPROPRIATE GOVERNMENTAL AUTHORITY, RIGHTS OF PUBLIC UTILITIES AND PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY, AND TO MATTERS WHICH WOULD BE DISCLOSED BY AN ACCURATE SURVEY; CITY AND/ OR COUNTY PROPERTY TAXES TO BE ASSUMED BY GRANTEES. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO STACI NELSON, A SINGLE PERSON, BY DEED DATED SEPTEMBER 30, 2009 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1454, PAGE 22, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. SEE ALSO AFFIDAVIT OF AFFIXATION (MANUFACTURED HOME) OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1462, PAGE 290, AS CORRECTED IN SCRIVENERS AFFIDAVIT OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1468, PAGE 371, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 2031 DETROIT ROAD, BURLISON, TENNESSEE 38015. MAP 029F GROUP A PARCEL 005.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS WHICH TAKE PRIORITY OVER THE DEED OF TRUST UNDER WHICH THIS FORECLOSURE SALE IS CONDUCTED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, December 31, 2012. This is improved property known as 2031 DETROIT ROAD, BURLISON, TENNESSEE 38015. J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-1026 10jan3w
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a Real Estate Deed of Trust (the “Deed of Trust”) dated October 17, 2007, by Southern Custom Home Builders, LLC, a Tennessee limited liability company (“Southern”), to Richard Exley, as Trustee, for the benefit of Community Bank, North Mississippi, formerly known as Community Bank, N.A. (“Community Bank”), of record in the Register’s Office, Tipton County, Tennessee, at Record Book 1368, Page 100-109, to secure payment of a Promissory Note dated October 17, 2007, executed by Southern in the original principal amount of Two Hundred Eight Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($208,000.00) in favor of Community Bank (“Note”). Community Bank has appointed Mark E. Beutelschies and Patricia L. Everitt as Successor Trustees under the Deed of Trust, by Appointment of Successor Trustee recorded in said Register’s Office at Record Book 1519, Page 964, with all of the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in the Deed of Trust. All of the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust has matured upon demand of the owner thereof. This is to give notice that Mark E. Beutelschies and Patricia L. Everitt, as Successor Trustees, or their agent(s), will on Monday, February 4, 2013 commencing at 12:00 P.M. at the North entrance of the Tipton County Courthouse, in Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to-wit: Being within the corporate limits of the Town of Covington, Tennessee, bounded on the north by an alley on the east side by the lot formerly owned by C.H. Hill and recently conveyed by Neil H. Johnson et. al; on the south by East Liberty Street; and on the west by the property owned by T.P. Elcan; and being a lot of land fronting about 40 feet on the north side of East Liberty Street, and running back north about 80 feet to an alley. Tipton County and City of Covington real property taxes for the years 2010 and 2011 are due and delinquent. Tipton County and City of Covington real property taxes for the year 2012 are now due and payable. As permitted by the Deed of Trust, this sale will also include all rights, easements, appurtenances, royalties, mineral rights, oil and gas rights, crops, timber,
all diversion payments or third party payments made to crop producers, all water and riparian rights, wells, ditches, reservoirs, and water stock and all existing and future improvements, structures, fixtures and replacements owned by Southern on the above-described real property. The following information is believed to be correct but has not been verified: Property Address: 132/134 E. Liberty Avenue, Covington, Tennessee 38019 Prior Deed Ref.: Record Book 1282, Page 920-921 Current Property Owner: Southern Custom Home Builders, LLC aka Southern Custom Homebuilders, LLC Other Interested Parties: Rodney Simmons The right is reserved to adjourn the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. This sale shall be subject to: unpaid property taxes and assessments (plus penalties and interest); subdivision restrictions, building lines and easements of record (if any); and any prior liens or other prior encumbrances of record. The equitable right of redemption, statutory right of redemption, homestead, curtesy, dower, appraisement, marshalling of liens and assets, and all other exemptions are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Successor Trustee(s). Mark E. Beutelschies Successor Trustee 10jan3w
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a Real Estate Deed of Trust (the “Deed of Trust”) dated June 13, 2006, by Southern Custom Home Bldrs, LLC, a Tennessee limited liability company (“Southern”), to Richard Exley, as Trustee, for the benefit of Community Bank, North Mississippi, formerly known as Community Bank, N.A. (“Community Bank”), of record in the Register’s Office, Tipton County, Tennessee, at Record Book 1280, Page 935-945, rerecorded at Record Book 1282, Page 835-845, to secure payment of a Promissory Note dated November 15, 2006, executed by Southern in the original principal amount of Six Hundred Twenty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($620,000.00) in favor of Community Bank (“Note”). Community Bank has appointed Mark E. Beutelschies and Patricia L. Everitt as Successor Trustees under the Deed of Trust, by Appointment of Successor Trustee recorded in said Register’s Office at Record Book 1519, Page 965, with all of the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in the Deed of Trust. All of the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust has matured upon demand of the owner thereof. This is to give notice that Mark E. Beutelschies and Patricia L. Everitt, as Successor Trustees, or their agent(s), will on Monday, February 4, 2013 commencing at 12:00 P.M. at the North entrance of the Tipton County Courthouse, in Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to-wit: Description of Lot 7 of J.F. Wooten Subdivision, Section D as recorded at Plat Cabinet C, Slide 129, said property being located on the South side of Cobb Avenue and being situated in the Seventh Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee. Beginning at a found iron post in the South Right of Way line of Cobb Avenue (having a 60 foot total Right of Way) being the Northwest corner of Lot 7 of J.F. Wooten Subdivision, Section D, as recorded at Plat Cabinet C, Slide 129, also being the Northeast corner of Lot 3 of J.F. Wooten Subdivision, Section B, (Plat Cabinet C, Slide 7); thence in a Northeastwardly direction, along the South Right of Way line of Cobb Avenue and the North line of Lot 7, North 84 degrees 40 minutes 15 seconds East, a distance of 100.00 feet to a found iron post being the Northeast corner of to 7 and the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of J.P. Wooten Subdivision, Section C (Plat Cabinet C, Slide 81); thence in a Southeastwardly direction, along the East line of Lot 7 and the west line of Lot 6, South 05 degrees 19 minutes 45 seconds East, a distance of 225.72 feet to a found iron post being the Southeast corner of Lot 7 and the Southwest corner of Lot 6; thence in a Southwestwardly direction, along the South line of Lot 7, South 85 degrees 41 minutes 40 seconds West, a distance of 100.02 feet to a found iron post being the Southwest corner of Lot 7 and the Southeast corner of Lot 2 of the J.F. Wooten Subdivision, Section B, (Plat Cabinet C, Slide 7); thence in a Northwestwardly direction, along the West line of Lot 7 and the East line of Lot 2 and Lot 3, North 05 degrees 19 minutes 45 seconds West, a distance of 223.93 feet to the Point of Beginning and containing 0.52 acres, more or less. However, there exists on the above described property a utility easement running 5 foot South of and parallel with the North property line as shown on plat of survey. This conveyance is made subject to building line and easements of record at Plat Cabinet C, Slide 129 of the said Register’s Office. Lot 2, Section B, of J.F. Wooten Subdivision as recorded in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 7, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. This conveyance is made subject to Subdivision Restrictions, building lines and easement in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 7, in said Register’s Office. Lot 3 of J.F. Wooten Subdivision, Section B, as recorded in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 7 and located on the East side of Tipton Road in the 7th Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee. Beginning at an iron pin located on the Southwest corner of Lot 3 of J.P. Wooten Subdivision, Section B, as recorded in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 7 and being in the East R.O.W. line of Tipton road; thence in a Northwestwardly direction, along the West line of Lot 3, also being the east R.O.W. line of Tipton Road (30 feet from centerline), N 05 degrees 19 minutes 45 seconds W, 95.00 feet to a point of curvature; thence in a Northeastwardly direction, along a curve to the right having a radius of 25.00 feet, a distance of 39.27 feet to a point of tangency located in the south R.O.W. line of a 60.00 foot wide road; thence in a Northeastwardly direction, along the south R.O.W. line of said road, also being the North line of Lot 3, N 84 degrees 40 minutes 15 seconds E, 195.00 feet to an iron pin being the Northeast corner of Lot 3; thence in a southeastwardly direction, along the East line of Lot 3 also being an interior line of Munford Development Company property (623/14), S 05 degrees 19 minutes 45 seconds E, 120.00 feet to an iron pin located in the Southeast corner of Lot 3, also being the Northeast corner of Lot 2; thence in a Southwestwardly direction, along the south line of Lot 3, also being the North line of Lot 2, S 84 degrees 40 minutes, 15 seconds W, 220.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 0.60 acres.
Tipton County and City of Atoka real property taxes for the years 2010 and 2011 are due and delinquent. Tipton County and City of Atoka real property taxes for the year 2012 are now due and payable. As permitted by the Deed of Trust, this sale will also include all rights, easements, appurtenances, royalties, mineral rights, oil and gas rights, crops, timber, all diversion payments or third party payments made to crop producers, all water and riparian rights, wells, ditches, reservoirs, and water stock and all existing and future improvements, structures, fixtures and replacements owned by Southern on the above-described real property. The following information is believed to be correct but has not been verified: Property Address: 2094 Tipton Road, Atoka, Tennessee 38004 Prior Deed Ref.: Record Book 1228, Page 389-391 Current Property Owner: Southern Custom Home Builders, LLC Other Interested Parties: Rodney Simmons The right is reserved to adjourn the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. This sale shall be subject to: unpaid property taxes and assessments (plus penalties and interest); subdivision restrictions, building lines and easements of record (if any); and any prior liens or other prior encumbrances of record. The statutory right of redemption, homestead, curtesy, dower, appraisement, marshalling of liens and assets, and all other exemptions are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Successor Trustee(s). Mark E. Beutelschies Successor Trustee 10jan3w
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated JUNE 14, 2002, executed by ANDREW KUNKEL (A/K/A ANDREW J. KUNKEL) AND NICOLE KUNKEL (A/K/A NICOLE M. KUNKEL, A/K/A NICK KUNKEL), HUSBAND AND WIFE AND NICK HARRISON, SR (A/K/A NICK T. HARRISON, SR), to GAIL JOHNSON, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1009, PAGE 414, AS CORRECTED BY SCRIVENER’S AFFIDAVIT OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1564, PAGE 33, for the benefit of UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES AND JESSICA D. BINKLEY, either of whom may act, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described, the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by REGIONS BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, being the present owner/holder or authorized agent, designee or servicer of the holder/owner of said indebtedness, has requested foreclosure proceedings to be instituted; and as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES/ JESSICA D. BINKLEY, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: DESCRIPTION OF LOT 21 CHISOM TRAIL, SECTION B, AS RECORDED AT PLAT CABINET B, SLIDE 114 & 115, SAID PROPERTY BEING SITUATED IN THE SEVENTH CIVIL DISTRICT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE AND BEING LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CHISOM TRAIL. BEGINNING AT A FOUND IRON POST ON THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CHISOM TRAIL (60 FOOT TOTAL RIGHT OF WAY) BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 21 OF CHISOM TRAIL, SECTION B, AS RECORDED AT PLAT CABINET B, SLIDE 114 & 115, ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 19 OF SAID SUBDIVISION; THENCE IN A NORTHWESTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CHISOM TRAIL, ALSO BEING THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 21, THE FOLLOWING TWO (2) COURSES, NORTH 57 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 45 SECONDS WEST, A CALLED AND MEASURED DISTANCE OF 160.79 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; THENCE FOLLOWING A CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 339.74 FEET, A DELTA ANGLE OF 11 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 41 SECONDS, A TANGENT LENGTH OF 35.24 FEET, AN ARC LENGTH OF 70.23 FEET, A CHORD BEARING OF NORTH 81 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST, AND A CHORD LENGTH OF 70.11 FEET TO A FOUND IRON POST ON SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 21, ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 22 OF SAID SUBDIVISION; THENCE IN A NORTHEASTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF LOT 21 AND THE EAST LINE OF LOT 22, NORTH 11 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST, A CALLED DISTANCE OF 223.52 FEET, BUT MEASURED DISTANCE OF 223.48 FEET TO A FOUND IRON POST BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 21 AND THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 22; THENCE IN A SOUTHWESTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 21 SOUTH 65 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 22 SECONDS EAST, A CALLED DISTANCE OF 194.83 FEET, BUT A MEASURED DISTANCE OF 194.74 FEET TO A FOUND IRON POST BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 21, ALSO BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 19; THENCE IN A SOUTHWESTWARDLY DIRECTION, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF LOT 21 AND THE WEST LINE OF LOT 19, SOUTH 02 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 30 SECONDS WEST, A CALLED DISTANCE OF 220.72 FEET, BUT A MEASURED DISTANCE OF 220.68 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 1.09 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO ANDREW J. KUNKEL, A MARRIED PERSON AND NICK T. HARRISON, SR, BY WARRANTY DEED DATED OCTOBER 7, 1998 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 843, PAGE 451, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. SEE ALSO PARTIAL RELEASE OF DEED OF TRUST OF RECORD IN
RECORD BOOK 1564, PAGE 35, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. SUBJECT TO FIRST DEED OF TRUST OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 843, PAGE 453, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 260 CHISOLM TRAIL, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004 (A/K/A 260 CHISOM TRAIL, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004). MAP 110B GROUP A PARCEL 019.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS WHICH TAKE PRIORITY OVER THE DEED OF TRUST UNDER WHICH THIS FORECLOSURE SALE IS CONDUCTED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NATIONSBANC MORTGAGE CORPORATION; CITIBANK SOUTH DAKOTA, N.A.; ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC ASSIGNEE OF GE MONEY BANK; LVNV FUNDING, LLC AS ASSIGNEE OF HSBC BANK NEVADA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (RECORD BOOK 1456, PAGE 400; RECORD BOOK 1444, PAGE
649); DISCOVER BANK, ISSUER OF THE DISCOVER CARD; LVNV FUNDING, LLC AS ASSIGNEE OF GE CAPITAL; NICK T. HARRISON, SR THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, January 7, 2013. This is improved property known as 260 CHISOLM TRAIL, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004 (A/K/A 260 CHISOM TRAIL, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004). J. PHILLIP JONES/ JESSICA D. BINKLEY, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-1318 10jan3w
IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE DAVIDA HAYES VS. NO. 23,949 SAMUEL O. HAYES, DIANE BERNICE HAYES, PATRIOT BANK, FIRST FRANKLIN FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC,with agent, PEELLE MANAGEMENT CORPORATION ORDER OF PUBLICATION It appearing from the Affidavit of Publication, which is sworn to, that Samuel O. Hayes, the Respondent, is evading service and that personal service of process cannot be had upon him; that Respondent, Diane Hayes, is a nonresident of Tennessee and that personal service of process cannot be had upon her; service of process by publication having been ordered, he is hereby required to appear and answer or otherwise defend the Petition of David Hayes, petitioner, whose attorney is J. Thomas Caldwell, 114 Jefferson Street, Ripley, Tennessee, 38063, within 30 days after the date of the last publication of this notice; otherwise, default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition and amended petition. It is further ordered that this notice shall be published in The Leader, a weekly publication of general circulation, once weekly for four consecutive weeks beginning January 10, 2013. Virginia Gray Clerk Master 10jan4wp
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Text Amendment to the Municipal Zoning Ordinance – Adoption of Standards for Outdoor Display or Sale of Merchandise) Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated Section 13-7-203, a public hearing will be held on the 12th day of February, 2012, at 5:30 p.m., in Covington City Hall. The hearing is to receive public input into a proposed text amendment to the Covington Municipal Zoning Ordinance relating to the adopting of standards for the purpose of regulating outdoor display or storage of merchandise. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available for review at Covington City Hall during normal business hours. All interested persons are invited to attend and comment. 10jan1w
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE 2011-12 BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen for Budget Amendment Ordinance for the 2011-12 Budget Year. Said hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen on January 22, 2013 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Covington City Hall. Any interested party is invited to appear before the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen and be heard in objection or in favor of the adoption thereof. Copies of the proposed ordinance will be available for public examination in the Mayor’s Office, Covington City Hall. 10jan1w
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT All contractors interested in participating in Delta Human Resource Agency's Weatherization Assistance Program are invited to attend a meeting on Tuesday, January 15, at 8:30 a.m. at the Delta Human Resource Agency Central Office, 915 Hwy 51 South, Covington, TN. To be considered for inclusion on Delta'S Approved Contractor List contractors must present the following at the meeting: Contractor licenses (Home Improvement or General Contractor), Certification of TVA Weatherization Training, Certification of Lead Safe Work Training, RRP Certification, OSHA Certification (30 hours for contractors - 10 hours for Workers), County/City Business Permit, Public Liability Policy (not less than $50,000.00), and Workman's Compensation Insurance. For further information regarding this meeting, contact Ronnie Twisdale or Gloria Williams at (901) 476-5226. Delta Human Resource Agency is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, funded in part by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency. 10jan1w
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10 in the fourth period. Elijah Shaw led Crockett with a game-high 25 points. Teammates Jordan Mosier and William Edwards added 16 and 13, respectively, for the Cavaliers. In other action: • The Chargers were just too much for the Milan Bulldogs on Saturday as CHS romped to an 88-44 mercyrule home-court win. The Chargers (14-3, 8-0) led 3210 after the first period and would expand that lead to as many as 50 in the second half. Covington dominated the
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serted the second and third teams two minutes into the third period. Covington forced 31 Milan turnovers versus 11 for CHS. Ashia Jones paced CHS with 12 points and Leshundra Somerville added 11. • The Lady Chargers went to Obion County on Tuesday knowing that the game was for outright sec-
boards at both ends of the court while forcing 20 Bulldog turnovers. Milan (2-13, 1-7) was led in scoring by Joe Longmire with 19 points. Keenan Booth pitched in 10 for the Bulldogs. Demetrius Dyson took game scoring honors with 33 points. He was recognized between games for having reached 1,500 points scored in his career. The milestone was reached at Dyersburg on Dec. 7. Fellow Chargers scoring in double figures were Montel Williams and DaMarcus Seaberry with 11 each and Chevia Hughes with 10.
• Demetrius Dyson’s 24 points and 17 rebounds paced the Chargers in a 7560 win over the surprisingly tough Obion County Rebels on Tuesday. Nursing a 50-43 advantage entering the fourth period, the Chargers saw Obion get within five points twice but did not allow them over the hump as Dyson drained multiple free throws down the stretch to seal the win. Tarecus Hughes returned to the varsity lineup with a solid game contributing 12 points. DaMarcus Seaberry had 11.
ond place in District 13AA. They expected a tough night and got one with misery added on when Real was ejected on back-to-back technical fouls with 1:40 left in the first quarter. Covington had the coach’s back however and posted a strong come from behind 59-53 win. With Real’s exit Covington (17-2, 8-1) trailed 17-3. They were tied at 28 at the break and came out ready to
play in the third period. Janeika Mason was unstoppable in the frame with seven of her 11 points and six rebounds. Free throws down the stretch sealed the win as the Lady Rebels (10-6, 6-2) got no closer than three in the fourth. Jones led all scorers with 22 points. Harvey chipped in 13.
his season in the region semifinals. “It felt real good,” said Stark, who led all scorers with 18. He was 4 for 4 on free throws in the final two minutes to help seal the win. “We were ready to play and just came out and
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points, started off the second half with her third 3 of the game. Robneisha Lee, who led all scorers with 22, added a three-point play moments later as the lead ballooned to 44-12 with 3:50 left in the period. Richardson hit another 3-pointer in the fourth quarter and finished with 13 points. Munford hosts Millington on Saturday in another non-district game. The Lady Cougars (4-0 district) will host Dyer County, the dis-
www.covingtonleader.com played hard as a team.” Bartlett earned its first lead of the game at the 4:32 mark of the second quarter when a bucket by Eric Waddell gave the Panthers a 1412 lead. Munford answered with an 11-3 run and led 24-21 at the half.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Poplar Grove Utility District Board of Directors Meeting for January 2013 has been changed. The new date will be January 15, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. 10jan1w
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Continued from A9 • The Lady Rebels defeated Rossville 54-46 behind 15 points from Virginia Moore and 14 by Taylor Beasley. Rosemark trailed 28-19 at the half before rallying with 22 points in the fourth quarter. • Arlington got 15 points from Adarius Avery in a 78-40 win over Brighton on Tuesday in Arlington. Jericho Williams led Brighton with 10 points and Hunt added eight. • Bierdz scored 14 for Brighton at Arlington, but it wasn't enough as the Lady Tigers prevailed 78-44. McCallie Ruffin added nine for Brighton and Raygan Hoffman scored eight. Tori Sewell led Arlington with 24.
Classified The Atoka Police Department is currently accepting applications for a Certified Police Officer until noon Friday, January 11, 2013. Application can be picked up at 139 Wesley Reed, Suite E, Atoka between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekdays. Town of Atoka is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COVINGTON MUNICIPAL ZONING MAP TO REZONE PROPERTY ON WEST SHERROD AVENUE (DR. TRAVIS BOLTON AND DR. ROY WRATHER PROPERTIES) FROM R-2 (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO B-2 (HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL); Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen on proposed modifications to the Covington Municipal Zoning Map. Said hearing will be held pursuant to the provisions of Section 13-7-105, Tennessee Code Annotated. Said hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen on February 12, 2013 BEGINNING AT 5:300 P.M. AT CovINGToN CITy HAll.
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The Tipton County Board of Education is accepting bids for a literacy resource for grades 3-8. The resource should address literacy skills including comprehension and fluency. If the product is electronic, the bid should cover use for three years and begin February 15, 2013. Sealed bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday January 24, 2013 at the Tipton County Board of Education, 1580 Highway 51, Covington, TN 38019. All bids should be sent to the attention of Marion Samuel at the Tipton County Board of Education, 1580 Highway 51 South, Covington, TN 38019. The Tipton County Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality or irregularity in any bid received.
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The Town of Atoka will hold a Public Meeting on January 17, 2013 at 6:15 p.m. at the Atoka Town Hall. This is a public involvement meeting to notify the community of the intended project scope for the Town’s upcoming TA application funded under the Tennessee Department of Transportation Alternatives Grant. The Town of Atoka encourages your attendance and welcomes your comments on the proposed project. Persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations should contact Town Administrator Brian Koral, (901) 8375300. The Town of Atoka does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, familial status, or disability. The Town of Atoka complies with Title VI-Civil Rights of 1964; 49 CFR, Part 26.
Any interested party is invited to appear before the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen and be heard in objection or in favor of the adoption thereof. Copies of the proposed ordinance will be available for public examination in the Mayor’s Office, Covington City Hall.
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Sartain named student of month Covington High School senior Jeffrey Sartain, third from right, was recently named the January Student of the Month by the Covington Exchange Club. Pictured are, from left, Jerry Johnson, CHS teacher; Bobby Sartain, father; Serena Sartain, mother; and Peggy Murdock, CHS principal. Photo by Jeff Ireland
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Charger Beat For seniors only Guidance department staff are available beginning Jan. 3 to assist in preparation of FAFSA applications. Students must have their parents IRS information to complete the forms. The computer lab will be open on Jan. 17 and 22 from 7:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. for students to complete FSFSA applications. Parents’ IRS info is required. There will be a College Goal Tennessee on the DSCC- Dyersburg campus and the Jimmy Naifeh Center on the Covington campus from 1-7 p.m. on Jan. 27. Seniors may access the senior Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ covingtonhs2013 for upto-date information on senior news, scholarships, financial aid, senior events and graduation. DECA officers Recently elected 201213 DECA officers are
Brandon Griffith, president; Kanasha Malone, vice-president; Kiara Boyd, secretary; Justin Fisher, reporter; Danni Haynes, treasurer; Ben Wessel, parliamentarian; and Faith Adams, chaplain. Rose Parade honor Congratulation to CHS’ Aryn Mullins who was one of two Tennessee musicians selected to march in the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena. Project EXCELL Project EXCELL ACT tutoring is offered Monday-Thursday 7-7:30 a.m.
and again from 3-5:30 p.m. The Project EXCELL computer lab is open at the same time son the same days. Project EXCELL is also offering Zumba, Insanity and physical fitness to any student who wants to lose weight and/or get fit. Snack and juice are provided.
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We want to thank the Dyersburg State Community Psychology Club for the paper products and craft products. We appreciate the donation very much. We want to thank the First United Methodist Church in Covington for their donation to the center also. We appreciate it very much. We also drew names for our Christmas party at the center. Staff and service recipients also made Christmas tree ornaments to put on the tree and take home to parents and relatives. The staff and service recipients went to the Covington Sportsplex to work out and get some exercise on Dec. 4. We are watching a DVD
of “The Incredible Hulk” in the front room and doing devotionals MondayFriday. Staff and service recipients went to Kroger in Covington to help donate food goods to the MidSouth Food Bank, which is located in Memphis. We got our pictures taken with Justin Hanson of New Channel 5 on Dec. 5. Some of the staff and service recipients went into the Kroger store to purchase some items and work on money management. They are also watching a DVD of “The Three Stooges” in the front room. The center was cleaned too. We had a pizza party on Dec. 7 from Ms. Audrie Clark. We appreciate
the nice lunch that was provided. We worked on Christmas tree ornaments as well and decorated the tree on Dec. 11. Staff and service recipients are working on cups to put candy and goodies in for the nursing home residence on Dec. 12. We went to watch Scott C's mother and the tap dancers on Dec. 17. We want to thank Marcie H's mother and Brenda T's aunt for the delicious lunch we had for birthdays on Dec. 17. We also celebrated Brenda T's and Marcie H's birthdays with cupcakes and cookies and also made snowmen for the staff. We also went to the nursing home and the mayor's office, plus the courthouse and chamber to pass out Christmas mugs. On Dec. 18 we went to Gi Gi's cup-
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Upcoming birthdays are Sally C. Debbie L., Julia C. Until next time, Floyd Columbus.
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