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THE LEADER THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2014 ▪ VO L . 1 2 9 , N O. 3 5 ▪ T H E VO I C E O F TIPTON COUNTY S I N C E 1 8 8 6 ▪

COVINGTON

Larger increase for sewer discussed

JULY INDICTMENTS

BRICK-BY-BRICK Munford High School junior Leah Reed spent time coloring in bricks on the northwest side of the square Saturday during the inaugural Art on the Square event. Reed's mother, photographer Christy Hunter, was among the artists whose works were on display. Photo by Lynne Fitzgerald

Husband indicted in wife’s homicide By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com

Earlier this month, the Tipton County Grand Jury indicted 91 people for a variety of crimes, from possession of drug paraphernalia to firstdegree murder. A Munford man who told detectives his wife's death in January was accidental was indicted for second-degree murder in the fatal shooting. William Christopher Rains, also 26, is free after posting a $50,000 bond. “Once the death investigation was completed, RAINS detectives presented the evidence to the district attorney’s office resulting in the charges," said Sheriff Pancho Chumley. "Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the families involved in the case." Rains' wife, Laura, was the mother of a one-year-old and a three-year-old at the time of her death. As The Leader reported last week, charges for Angela Denise Brewer were increased to first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of her husband in December 2013. Other notable indictments

Covington's city officials discussed a potential increase for sewer customers living outside the corporate limits Tuesday. The issue was raised after looking at the recently proposed increase, which raises rates to $4.11 per thousand gallons from $3.95 for residents and to $5.51 from $5.30 outside the city limits. "We determined that our serwer rate ordinance, when we had the increases several years back, and then we decided to hopefully prevent large increases at any time, we raised the rates by the consumer price index," said mayor David Gordon. Somehow, he said, the outside rates were left out of those increases. "I think the outside rates should increase with the CPI, just like the inside rates," he said. "Otherwise, citizens within the city are supplementing those outside the city." Gordon asked that it be stipulated that the outside rates SEE SEWER, PAGE A3

‘Leader in Me’ program to help students, teachers By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com A new program to help Tipton County students will be announced Sunday. "The Leader in Me," which is based on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and has been implemented worldwide, is a whole-school transformation that will soon begin at Covington Integrated Arts Academy. "More than 1,500 schools worldwide have done this and they've had no failures," said Lee Johnston, executive director of the CovingtonTipton County Chamber of Commerce who's working to get the program implemented locally. The focus of the program is primarily on leadership but also encourages and teaches accountability, adaptability, initiative and self-direction, cross-cultural skills, responsibility, problem solving, communication, creativity and teamwork, Johnston said. "What would be possible if our schools were filled with students who were responsible, who showed initiative, SEE LEADER, PAGE A3

ART on the SQUARE

SEE INDICTED, PAGE A3

Artists display, sell wares in first-ever event

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

Club now accepting applications

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com A first-ever art event on Covington's Historic Court Square was met with rave reviews. "Most of the vendors were happy and most of the merchants were happy," said Lee Johnston, executive director of the CovingtonTipton County Chamber of Commerce. Dozens of artists displayed booths containing some of their work – pottery, paintings, framed photography, handcrafted jewelry, wall art and more – bringing both color and life to the square. On Tuesday night, Jere Hadley, owner of Hadley House Antiques, said events such as this have been helping the businesses located nearby. "There were a lot of folks who came to our square who hadn't been here before," said mayor David Gordon. "They're finding out what a jewel it is." KEEP THE GLOVES UP Get an inside look at Covington's boxing scene with two of its best boxers, A19

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Several booths lined the square Saturday. Many artists sold paintings, photographs and other creations. Photos by Echo Day and France Gasquet

Reader's Guide Opinion A4 Obituaries A6 Classifieds A10 Legals A11 Puzzles A14

Barring any unexpected delays, the Boys & Girls Club of the Hatchie River Region, headquartered in Covington's Frazier Park, will open its doors on Aug. 11, chief professional officer Dr. Tracey Johnson announced Tuesday. And space is still available for enrollment. Applications for student involvement in the program are being accepted until July 31. "We're excited to start this next chapter in Covington," Johnson said. "We're going to kick it off with an open house and what's being called A Great Future Starts Here event on July 31." SEE CLUB, PAGE A3

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Tipton Co Cuisine Piz ropractor De See Live M cher Non-pr o i a n 76 Tabb Drive, Suite C., 901-840-2234 M t e a h e D c e r T i y C c o e t x t r c y e la said alderman Jere Hadn i P rv M eS ou rr ie enc tore Se www.cannonchiropractic.com pton C Three ate Ag to Play stal Ca ley. "The outside rate Ms. Ti e Meat and ent Real Est Park/Place ress U.S. Po Furniture S rgers Coffee g ip sin doesn't come up that r/Wait ering F lorist Buffett Bu Bank/Cred an Cui Real Estate A lace to Worsh HE l Waite EADER a i c Cov P kfast ility F r fi f e way. I have to agree with k d L en ted O iances F looor iscuits Brea d Living Fac lon Barber Wor c o t le e E / c a n l li B e la a t p S i s P the mayor. 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Free legal clinic to be held By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com COVINGTON – On Saturday, local attorneys A free legal advice will be available to give legal advice at no charge to the public. clinic will be held The event, one in a series that will continue well into next year at least, will take place at First PresSaturday, 11 a.m. byterian Church. "We wanted to do something to be of service to to 1 p.m. at First the community," said Tipton County Bar Association President Amber Shaw. "It's so rewarding to be able to do this because so many people need it. Presbyterian Church The community really benefits from this resource." in Covington. Though the clinic is operated in conjunction with Memphis Area Legal Services, there are no income or age restrictions, Shaw said. "Anyone can come, we don't turn anyone away." Several area lawyers with different areas of expertise will be on-hand to help answer as many questions as they can, and it's done in a confidential manner. The clinic gives the public the opportunity to meet with someone and get answers to as many legal questions as they want, she said. The program has taken place every other month for the last year and a half. Other scheduled dates are Aug. 30, Oct. 25 and Jan. 24, 2015. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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this term include: • Richard Baker, 42, of Munford, was indicted on charges he sexually exploited minors. According to the affidavit, in May 2013, Baker's fiancée told deputies she'd found nude photos of small children and teenagers on his phone, including photos in which the minors were engaged in sexual acts. According to detectives, Baker admitted the phone was his and that he'd given his fiancée consent to search it. Bond was set at $5,000 and Baker is due to appear in court again on Nov. 12. • Will Earnest Cater and Wylie Sue Cater, a married couple, were indicted on three counts of child abuse stemming from the June 2013 discovery that they were allegedly keeping three teens imprisoned at their Gladney Road home. One teen was locked in a shed and the other two were confined to their bedroom; each had a small bariatric toilet. Bond was set at $20,000 each and the couple is to reappear on Nov. 20. • A former alternative school student was indicted for robbery, theft and evading arrest. Van Lamond Chaney Jr. is accused of stealing a cash box containing $1,445 in ticket sales during a Munford High School basketball game on Nov. 26, 2013. Two weeks later, Chaney neglected to stop at a stop sign in Covington, traveling double the posted 30 mile-perhour speed limit. Police reports indicate he briefly lost control of the vehicle he was driving and led a pursuit in the Cardinal and Robin Road areas that reached up to 115 mph before

he hit a parked truck. Chaney and one of the four other passengers fled the scene. He was not apprehended at the time. Chaney is due back in court on Aug. 18. • Jasmine Harrison, 24, of Covington, was formally charged with child abuse after a school nurse reported bruises all over a student's arms, legs and back in January. The child reportedly visited the nurse because she had an upset stomach and when the bruises were noticed, she told the nurse she'd been spanked with a belt. Harrison confirmed she'd hit the child and a written statement said "she didn't want a spanking she was moving around and got hit in certain spots with the belt" because she'd been "acting up" at her grandmother's house. Bond was set at $10,000. Harrison is due to report again on Dec. 1. • Gregory D. Jackson, 45, of Henning, was indicted on charges he raped a woman visiting family members in Covington. According to the affidavit, the victim said she'd passed out after drinking and awoke to find Jackson raping her. Bond in this case was set at $50,000 and Jackson is due to make an appearance in court on July 31. • Ezekiel Land, 19, of Atoka, was charged with aggravated sexual battery and three counts of sexual exploitation of a minor following a July 2013 complaint that he fondled a minor child. During the investigation, it was revealed that Land had also fondled another minor child. He is currently in jail and is set to reappear today. • Whitney Owens, 18, was indicted for arson

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after she lit a Munford High School bathroom on fire in March. Owens told police she accidentally set a toilet paper holder on fire because she was playing with a lighter while using the restroom. The fire damaged the plastic toilet paper holder, stall wall and ceiling. • In October, Andi Jo White, 47, nearly collided with a Tipton County deputy on Hwy. 51 in Covington. White, who lives in Brighton, reportedly told the deputy she'd had "a few beers" before leaving home and performed so poorly on the field sobriety testing, the deputy had to end it for her safety. An empty beer can and a six-pack of unopened cans were found inside her vehicle. Her blood alcohol level was .22, three times the legal limit. She was indicted for driving under the influence. • Daniel James Yarnold, 73, is accused of touching a woman and a child in inappropriate places while they were shopping at Walgreens in Munford last year. A third victim left prior to the police arriving on scene. He told police "nothing" had happened, that he'd just been shopping for a can of Spam. He is currently in jail and is set to make an appearance on Dec. 22. A full list of those indicted this term appears on our website, www.covingtonleader.com.

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Continued from A1 who were creative, who knew how to set goals and meet them, who got along with people of various backgrounds and cultures, and who could resolve conflicts and solve problems?" he asks. Johnston said he was inspired to bring "The Leader in Me" to Tipton County after seeing it at work in Savannah, Tenn. "Every child in that school had a job, everyone from kindergarten to fifth grade. The kindergarteners couldn't even read, but they knew the

seven habits." In advocating for the program, Johnston said it will lead to a better future for Tipton County. "It doesn't brainwash them, it makes them more of a part of the community. This makes a child feel better about themselves, it makes them more prone to teamwork and, in the end, it makes a better community, a better workforce and lowers crime because these people care. This is not make-believe, this is real life. This can happen here." Though Johnston works primarly with

business and industry, he felt compelled to bring it to Tipton County. "I'm not anybody. I love this community and I want to make it better. This will change the community." Johnston will formally introduce the program, which will cost $82,000 over a three-year period and requires the dedication of each teacher and student at CIAA to get started, on Sunday afternoon. The community meeting will take place at Covington High School at 2 p.m.

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Continued from A1 The Hatchie River Region chapter ages 5-18 who are enrolled in school. will participate in the local event by There is no residency requirement and allowing the public to tour the facility the club welcomes children from all and giving out backpacks to students over Tipton County as well as other currently enrolled in the counties. program. "We're hoping this There will also be a cerclub can be the charter emony honoring some of club and we can have the organizations that have extensions in other helped the new chapter beareas," Johnson said. gin and refreshments will Vice mayor John be served. Edwards expressed "This is just a way to say his excitementfor the thank you for what they've club's opening next done and hopefully to help month and said he's get partnerships with other very hopeful it will JOHN EDWARDS organizations to help keep bring about muchVice mayor, Covington it going," Johnson told the needed changes for the board of mayor and aldercommunity. men. "We're very excited for this to "So many times, when people talk finally start and to be a part of it. Just about the ills of the community, they hearing the parents say they're gratetalk about things like kids not having ful to have a place for their children to anything to do, disciplinary issues come that they feel is safe and somewith kids and educational deficiencies place for the kids that are struggling, we have in our community," he said. educationally, and some that just need "This is a magic bullet that will take a little guidance and direction to help care of those things and some others. them progress in life … this club, I I think this will do big things as far as think, will be a catalyst for a lot of improving the future of Covington." change for our youth in this area." Membership applications can be The only requirement for memberpicked up at city hall or downloaded ship in the club is open to children from www.bgchrr.com.

I think this will do big things as far as improving the future of Covington.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Who I’m not talking about My letter to the editor, which appeared in The Leader’s July 10 edition, described the unethical behavior that was displayed by board members of an organization I belonged to at a recent meeting. We have several wonderful non-profits in Tipton County with boards who do operate ethically with integrity, honor and above reproach. As I am on several boards, clarification was asked for to calm the fears of the public who may be questioning to which board I was referring. I was in no way referring to the Tipton County Commission on Aging, the Association for the Preservation of African-American History and Culture of Tipton County, the Hattye Thomas Yarbrough Scholarship Foundation or the Friends of the Tipton County Library. Sherri Onorati Covington

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The week’s headlines ... 2009 Bikers donate teddy bears for babies: On July 12, the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office was presented with two and a half dozen teddy bears from local bikers as a part of an initiative to provide young victims with an item for comfort during difficult time. Twenty-two riders from the Southern Cruisers Riding Club Covington #323 participated in the teddy bear run. The club charges riders $10 plus a teddy bear.

1999 Mason area has fire protection: The Town of Mason and the surrounding area has fire protection despite the walk out of the community’s volunteer firemen. The board of mayor and aldermen appointed Wendell Trimble as fire chief. “We never quit providing fire protection,” stated Mayor David Ward. The morning after they resigned the fire department was manned by four people, with Trimble as chief.

2004 Victim’s family happy it’s over: One of the most talked about trials in Tipton County history wrapped last week when a jury found a Burlison man, Stanley Phillip Chapman, guilty of second-degree murder. And while a likely appeal would keep the case in the public eye even longer, the family of Amanda Chapman, who was shot in the neck by her husband, is currently feeling a certain level of relief.

1994 Toddler saves infant: Fifteen-month-old Shawnee Burris was a heroine last week when she noticed her 11-month-old cousin, Danielle Dannis, was choking. Their babysitter, Lorine Phillips, saw Shawnee reaching into Danielle’s mouth, trying to get something out. Phillips said: “When I picked up Danielle a diamond shape pendant popped out. If it hadn’t been for Shawnee, I don’t know if I would have noticed.”

Remembering an old ride Quite a few decades ago, James bad, considering. Four racing Roberts, one of my dearest friends slicks and Monkey patched tubes and a great American, bought a back then that held air a majority 1948 Chevrolet station wagon for of the time. Great! only $125. One windshield had a He lived on Navy small crack on the pasRoad with his grandsenger’s side about the parents, Mr. and Mrs. size of a gallon bucket. Tom Rhodes, near Fifty percent ain’t half Liberty Cash grobad. Passengers don’t cery. James had gone drive anyway, but serve through the eighth as co-pilots. grade at Bolton, but his Emerson provided family moved to Memassistance spying out phis and he wanted to the front window while continue school with Arvis held down the his growing up friends. back seat on the right Until James could get side, hopefully warning SOUTHERN RAISIN' his driver’s permit, he the driver of flattening O TIS G RIFFIN rode a bicycle six miles a mailbox or cleaning to and fro each day to out a ditch. catch a 48-seater yellow hog at the So, the passenger’s side is not intersection of Peek and Bell’s gro- really important. All four doors cery and Horne’s store, in eyesight were initially intact, but loosened of Mr. Jack James’ big brick home. up later. One slightly used mufNeighbor, this beauty, to James fler, with a small (Texas-sized) hole and the entire congregation, came in it, crooning a smooth city glassright off Hull-Dobbs’ showroom pack sound. No tail pipe as we floor (actually out of a cow pas- didn’t need one in the country. ture.). Someone was bush hogging Friends, the first problem that ocand ran over it. Remember the fa- curred was the driver’s rusty, fromous incarcerated body of wood zen door hinges wallowed out and and the wonderful vacuum shift? would hang up all the time. This Now ain’t that a smooth combina- assembly had to show how northtion? erners didn’t know how to even One motor, six out of eight cyl- make a door fit. Don’t they even inders hammered, 75 percent, not know up above the Mason-Dixon

Vilsack reminds farmers about certification Agriculture Secretary ral resources have comTom Vilsack reminded pleted AD-1026 forms producers on Tuesday on file at their local Farm that changes mandated Service Agency (FSA) through the 2014 Farm office,” said Vilsack. Bill require them to have “This will ensure they on file a Highly Erodremain eligible for crop ible Land Conservation insurance support.” and Wetland ConservaFor farmers to be elition Certification (ADgible for premium sup1026). The Farm Bill port on their federal relinked highly erodcrop insurance, a comT OM VILSACK ible land conservation pleted and signed ADUSDA S ECRETARY and wetland conserva1026 form must be on tion compliance with elifile with the FSA. Since gibility for premium support paid many FSA and Natural Resource under the federal crop insurance Conservation (NRCS) programs program. have this requirement, most pro“It’s important that farmers and ducers should already have an ranchers taking the right steps to AD-1026 on file. If producers have conserve valuable farm and natu- not filed, they must do so by June Brian Blackley – Publisher/ General Manager bblackley@covingtonleader.com Kathy Griffin - Office Manager Accounting/Public Notices notices@covingtonleader.com

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line every redneck has sledgehammers for inconveniences. So Rosemark cotton field high tech skills evolved and James simply removed the door with only two good yanks. This provided a just right, foot-rest on the rusty bottom hinge. No more trouble boarding or quickly exiting, additionally providing modern air conditioning. The glasses in the other three doors wouldn’t roll up or down, so Wayne and Don, with Lynn’s help, just removed them before someone got excited, broke them or got hurt. The back window wasn’t necessary as we were pretty smart on safety. We ended up tying the doors shut with baling wire. Tommy and Big Paul used a crowbar ’til the doors fit perfectly and twisted the baling wire inside so the big knot wouldn’t show as we slowly cruised by. We sho’ didn’t want the doors to fly open creating an unexpected accident and it was easier to crawl through the aforementioned glassless windows anyway. Ain’t it amazing what rednecks can do with machinery?...Glory! Otis Griffin is the author of the book “Southern Raisin.” He was born in Charleston, Tenn., and attended Rosemark Grammar School and Bolton High School.

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1, 2015. When a farmer completes the AD-1026, FSA and NRCS staff will outline any additional actions that may be required for compliance with the provisions. The Risk Management Agency, through the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC), manages the federal crop insurance program that provides the modern farm safety net for American farmers and ranchers. Since enactment of the 1985 Farm Bill, eligibility for most commodity, disaster, and conservation programs has been linked to compliance with the highly erodible land conservation and wetland conservation provisions. The 2014 Farm Bill continues the require-

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If you think back to your math to a greater percentage of incomeclasses in high school or college, oriented investments as you move you may remember that many of deeper into retirement. the problems involved the use of • Your withdrawal rate — You’ll variables. Changing these vari- need to calculate how much you ables around in any fashion would can afford to withdraw from your change the outcome of the prob- investment portfolio each year lem. Similar situations occur in without depleting it prematurely. life all the time. To illusYour annual withdrawal trate: If you look at the rate will depend on a need to manage your refew different factors — tirement income so that such as your projected you can’t outlive it as a longevity, your invest“problem” to be solved, ment mix and your other you will need to adjust sources of income — but some variables to arrive you’ll want to be careful at the solution you seek. not to take out too much That’s why it’s so importoo soon. As was the FINANCIAL FOCUS tant you be aware of the case with your investSTEVEN J. JONES key variables involved in ment mix, you have the your retirement income flexibility to adjust your planning. withdrawal rate during your reWhat are some of these vari- tirement years. ables? Consider the following: • Your Social Security — You • Your investment mix — You can start collecting Social Secumight think that once you reach rity benefits as early as age 62, but retirement, you can invest solely your benefits will be permanently in income-producing vehicles, reduced by up to 30% unless you but you can’t forget about infla- wait until your Full Retirement tion. Even a low rate of inflation, Age (FRA), which is likely 66 or such as we’ve had for a number 67. of years, can seriously erode your However, your monthly checks purchasing power over time — can increase if you delay taking which is why you need to consider your benefits beyond your Full Reowning at least some investments tirement Age, up to age 70. If you that provide growth potential. come from a particularly long-livOf course, you can change your ing family, and you have sufficient investment mix at any time: For income apart from Social Security, example, you might want to shift you might want to delay your

payments to get the larger benefit amount. Once again, you have a choice to make. • Your earned income — Just because you’ve retired from one career, it doesn’t mean you’ll never again earn some income. Many retirees take part-time jobs, do some consulting or even open a small business. Whether you feel that you need to work, or you just want to work, the money you earn from employment can be an important component of your overall retirement income. As you can see, all these variables involve choices on your part. And how you choose to exercise each variable will affect all the other variables. Consequently, as you manage and monitor your retirement income, you’ll need to make many important decisions. Still, this doesn’t have to be a scary prospect — because the very fact that you have choices means you also have a great deal of control over your situation. So, study your choices carefully, as you work toward achieving the income you need to enjoy the retirement you want. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Steven Jones is an Edward Jones Financial Advisor in Atoka. Visit him at 360 Atoka McLaughlin or call 901-837-9772.

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Miles, Terence E. Born: 3/22/1990 7950 Brunswick Millington, TN 38053 Charge: Poss. sch. II

Burton, Marcus Antonio Born: 4/11/1982 338 Elm Street Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Criminal impersonation, failure to pay child support (x2), fel. FTA

Lumley, Steven Tyler Born: 12/14/1992 824 Windrow Brownsville, TN 38012 Charge: Poss. of a prohibited weapon

Bankston, Raphael Corleon Born: 1/15/1972 563 Monteasie Memphis, TN 38109 Charge: Habitual motor vehicle offender, felony failure to appear

Reynolds, Jerry Michael Born: 1/22/1987 527 Poplar St. Dyersburg, TN 38024 Charge: Poss. marijuana with intent to sell

Heathcoat, Christopher Lee Born: 12/7/1984 837 Homer Memphis, TN 38122 Charge: Parole violation, agg. assault

Norman, Whitney Marie Born: 4/6/1987 63 Dacus Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 Charge: Felony failure to appear

Moore, Bruce Wayne Born: 7/27/1979 26 Lovette Munford, TN 38058 Charge: Poss. sch. II drug

Wiliams, Caresa Latoria Born: 6/9/1986 313 Pickens St. Gallaway, TN 38036 Charge: Felony failure to appear x 2, agg burglary

McPherson, Ricky Daniel Born: 2/14/1985 8630 Holly Grove Brighton, TN 38011 Charge: Violation of sex offender act

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Continued from A4 ment that producers adhere to conservation compliance guidelines to be eligible for most programs administered by FSA and NRCS. This includes the new price and revenue protection programs, the Conservation Reserve Program, the Livestock Disaster Assistance programs and Marketing Assistance Loans implemented by FSA. It also includes the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, the Conservation Stewardship Program, and other conservation programs. FSA recently released a revised form AD-1026, which is available at USDA Service Centers and on-

line at www.fsa.usda.gov. USDA will publish a rule later this year that will provide details outlining the connection of conservation compliance with crop insurance premium support. Producers can also contact their local USDA Service Center for information. A listing of service center locations is available at www. nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/ national/contact/local/. The announcement was made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill. The Farm Bill builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of

dollars in savings for taxpayers. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative publicprivate conservation partnerships; developing new markets for ruralmade products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit: www.usda. gov/farmbill.

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The following persons were booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility July 13-19, 2014.

■ Allen, Eric Lee, 36, domestic assault, harrassment/intimidation; July 13, MUPD ■ Anderson, William Menquas, 27, poss. controlled subtance; July 19, CPD ■ Arnold, Brittany Marie, 27, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, no insurance; July 13, CPD ■ Bada, Adetokun Bojerry, 22, theft, July 17, TCSO ■ Bell, William Roger, 25, agg. assault with injury, July 18, TCSO ■ Bohannnan, Monica Monika, 31, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, July 16, TCSO ■ Brown, Gwendolyn Lesha, 34, disorderly conduct, July 18, TCSO ■ Campbell, Anthony Cordarrell, 24, paternity test, July 16, CPD ■ Campbell, Steven Dewayne, 51, domestic assault, July 17, TCSO ■ Carruthers, Iesha Cherelle, 21, domestic assault, July 18, BPD ■ Chaudion, Corey Alan, 29, domestic assault, July 18, MUPD ■ Coats, Larry Shane, 39, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, July 14, TCSO ■ Cunningham, William Shane, 22, failure to pay child support, July 16, TCSO ■ Currie, Thazer Lewis, 27, agg. assault no injury, vandalism; July 19, CPD ■ Cutshaw, Allyssar Paige, 21, theft, July 16, TCSO ■ Dennison, Ted Daniel, 50, criminal trespass, July 19, CPD ■ Dowell, Shamekia Nashay, 25, disorderly conduct, public intoxication; July 13, THP ■ Duncan, Brittany Nicole, 25, driving on rev./canc./

susp. license x 2, July 16, BPD ■ Fenton, Anthony Howard, 19, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, no insurance; July 19, APD ■ Flowers, Brian Jeffery, 27, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, light law, no insurance; July 17, TCSO ■ Flowers, Deangelo Antwon, 21, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, no insurance, reg. law; July 16, CPD ■ Gilliam, Ebony Monique, 21, forgery, July 18, TCSO ■ Gossett, Marchello Karlandro, 32, poss. sch. II, July 18, TCSO ■ Harris, Richard Ray, 59, domestic assault x 2, poss. drug para.; July 13, TCSO ■ Hill, Whitney Ashley, 20, agg. assault no injury, vandalism; July 14, CPD ■ Holland, Paul Everett, 44, domestic assault, July 15, CPD ■ Hughes, Mary Kay, 49, poss. marijuana with intent to sell, July 17, TCSO ■ Hunt, Deborah Kay, 61, agg. assault with injury, July 19, CPD ■ Hunter, Rachel Elizabeth, 44, poss. sch. IV, public intoxication; July 19, TCSO ■ Jackson, Elizabeth Marie, 35, agg. assault no injury, July 18, TCSO ■ Jackson, Rebecca Joann, 22, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, July 17, TCSO ■ Jones, David Lawrence, 36, poss. drug para., July 18, TCSO ■ Jones, Steven Lejuan, 23, noise violation excessive, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, no insurance; July 13, CPD ■ Keenan, Cameron James, 25, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, speeding; July 14, BPD ■ Kilpatrick, Patricia Ann,

42, agg. assault with injury, July 14, BPD ■ Kirk, Roy Sanford, 40, agg. assault no injury, July 19, TCSO ■ Landrum, Joshua Alen, 29, forgery, July 15, TCSO ■ Liddell, Kintrick Tarail, 33, theft, July 15, TCSO ■ Locke, Clifford Oliver, 41, failure to pay child support x 2, July 16, TCSO ■ Lovette, Douglas Leon, 31, resisting, July 19, TCSO ■ Lucy, Larry Wayne, 25, domestic assault, July 14, APD ■ Marbry, Dustin Todd, 28, assault x 2, shoplifting; July 18, CPD ■ Mason, Delerie Alexandria, 25, agg. assault with injury, July 18, BPD ■ McCulley, William Travis, 48, public intoxication, July 19, TCSO ■ McDowell, Judy Spaulding, 53, DUI second offense, leaving scene of accident; July 18, THP ■ Mitchell, Vance Edwards, 58, violation sex offender act, rape; July 16, CPD ■ Morgan, Terry Lee, 62, agg. assault with injury, July 17, CPD ■ Olden, Ladarious Montrell, 19, poss. controlled substance, July 17, TCSO ■ Overall, Robert James, 25, agg. assault no injury, July 15, CPD ■ Parham, Terry Dale, 50, warrantless arrest, July 14 CPD ■ Parmelee, Donald John, 59, DUI first offense, left of center driving, consent law; July 17, APD ■ Peebles, Tywasikadon J., 41, worthless check, July 15, TCSO ■ Polk, Antonio Dewayne, 29, DUI first offense, resisting, driving on rev./ canc./susp. license, no insurance, failure to yield right of way; July 19, CPD ■ Pugh, Jason Dwight, 39, theft under $1,000, July 15,

TCSO ■ Randle, Preston, 52, DUI first offense, light law, no insurance, consent law, DL required; July 19, TCSO ■ Ricklefs, Deborah Jo, 54, obtain legend drug by fraud, July 14, TCSO ■ Robbins, David Michael, 36, agg. assault no injury, poss. prohibited weapon; July 18, MUPD ■ Ruff, Tonja Cheree, 50, assault, July 15, APD ■ Salinas, Sandra Leigh, 46, obtain legend drug by fraud, July 15, TCSO ■ Smith, Amanda Lucille, 39, domestic assault, July 19, TCSO ■ Smith, Steven Mark, 29, domestic assault, July 13, CPD ■ Statser, Tyler Teague, 18, poss. sch. II, July 18, TCSO ■ Sullivan, Joshua Brandon, 29, domestic assault, July 15, CPD ■ Taylor, William Dewayne, 41, DUI second offense, driving on rev./ canc./susp. license, light law, consent law; July 17, TCSO ■ Thurman, Kevin Lorenzo, 41, domestic assault, July 14, TCSO ■ Upchurch, Ashley Leshall, 28, tampering with evidence, July 18, TCSO ■ Weathers, Quinton Gemaul, 30, failure to pay child support x 2, July 18, TCSO ■ Webb, Shaina Antionette, 25, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, July 19, TCSO ■ Whitson, Cassandra Annette, 33, domestic assault, July 14, TCSO ■ Williams, Herman Louis, 54, DUI first offense, failure to pay child support, July 16, THP ■ Wright, Robert Allen, 56, DUI first offense, consent law, speeding; July 19, MPD ■ Young, Jodeci Cortez, 18, poss. drug para., July 18, TCSO

Disclaimer: These persons are innocent until proven guilty. They will face charges in Tipton County General Sessions or Circuit Court unless warrants for their arrest were issued in another county (this may or may not be denoted in the listing of charges).

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ARREST OR DETAIN ANY OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE WARRANTS LISTED IN THIS DATABASE. The list is current at the time of publishing and therefore recent changes in the status of warrants may not be reflected. It is possible that some warrants have been resolved and the matter is no longer pending. This information is being provided as a service to the public; however, neither the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office nor The Leader cannot guarantee nor assume any liability for the accuracy of the information at the time of use. All warrants must be verified for accuracy through our system prior to an apprehension. All persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. NO ATTEMPT SHOULD BE MADE TO APPREHEND THESE INDIVIDUALS EXCEPT BY LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PEACE OFFICERS. SOME INDIVIDUALS MAY BE ARMED AND SHOULD BE CONSIDERED DANGEROUS. If you recognize a name on the list, if you find your name, or if you find a discrepancy, please contact the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office at 475-3300 or via email at sheriff@tiptonco.com.

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Obituaries Willie James Williams Date of Death – July 7, 2014 Willie James Williams, 87, son of the late Willie P. and Cora Lee Williams, expired July 7, 2014 at Methodist Hospital North in Memphis. Visitation was held Friday July 18, from 1-5 at Palmer Funeral Home. Services were held Saturday at Paradise Baptist Church at 11 a.m. in Covington with burial in St. John Community Cemetery in Atoka. Williams leaves to celebrate his life, Joyce Alexander of Millington and two children that he reared as his very own, LaSonya Ann Williams and Joyce D. Williams Perkins, both of Illinois; a brother, Carlton “Tike” Williams of Atoka; a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, his wife Bonnie B. Anderson Williams, and a brother Sherman Williams precedes him in death. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

Sara Nettie Roe Bradshaw Date of Death – July 14, 2014 Sara Nettie Roe Bradshaw, 93, the widow of Gus Fallon Bradshaw, passed away on the evening of July 14, 2014. She was the owner of Bradshaw Grocery South of the Border, owner of the Flower Store with her grandson Jeff Bradshaw, a member of the Home Demonstration Club, and a lifelong member of the Walnut Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Bradshaw is survived by her sons, Gale Bradshaw of Burlison, Phil (Renae) Bradshaw of Burlison, and Jimmie (Charlotte) Bradshaw of Buchanan; daughter, Judy (Ray) Bradshaw Baskin of Burlison; daughter-in-law, Faye Bradshaw of Burlison; 12 grandchildren, Jennifer Kidd, Jeremy Bradshaw, Camille Smith, Bradlee Echols, Ashley Calhoun, Lindsay Bradshaw, Jeff Brashaw, Tracie Oliver, Leigh Buie, Lynn Perry, Lane Gillespie, and Lori Shontz; 24 greatgrandchildren, Hayden, Baxter, and Camden Kirkdoffer, Cameron and Channing Kidd, Kirby, Kloe, and Konner Bradshaw, Olivia and Luke Smith, Cade, Isiah, and Buddy Dowell, Tristian Calhoun, Amber, Nathan, Sara Fallon Oliver, Sara Kate, Maddie, and Tel Glenn, Tanner Wakefield, Brennan Holloway, and Stewart Gillespie; great-great grandchildren, Molly Palmer Wakefield and Jack Gordon Wakefield; and sister Ruth Kelley. Mrs. Bradshaw was preceded in death by her husband, Gus Fallon Bradshaw, and her son, Gary Bradshaw on June 20, and her grandson, Jonathan Baskin. The services for Mrs. Bradshaw were held on Thursday, July 17, at 10 a.m. at the Maley-Yarbrough Chapel. Visitation for Mrs. Bradshaw was held the night before. Interment took place at Shiloh Cemetery. If you would like to sign the online guestbook please visit www.maleyyarbrough.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

Sara Max Walton Daugherty October 20, 1938 – July 17, 2014 Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Sara Max Walton Daugherty journeyed on to her Heavenly reward on Thursday, July 24, 2014. She joins her parents, Lemuel Max and Beulah Fletcher Max, her first husband, Herbert E. Walton Sr., and her step-grandson, Cody Daugherty. Sara lived her entire life in Gilt Edge and Burlison, actively participating in her community. She graduated from Munford High School, where she was a star basketball player. Additionally, Sara was an active lifetime member of the New Salem Methodist Church, where she served as a Sunday School teacher. Sara loved people wholeheartedly and was wellloved in return, especially by her husband. Sara is survived by her husband, Larry B. Daugherty Sr.; her children, Lisa Walton Gillihan, Lynn Walton Ladd, Herbert E. “Jay” Walton Jr.; her stepson, Larry B. Daugherty Jr.; her sister, Louise Max Rule-

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man; her sister-in-law, Mary Max; her brother-in-law, Steve Walton; her six grandchildren; and her eight great-grandchildren. Sara’s pride and dedication to her family and her church was evident to all who knew her. She requested that those who desire to please donate in her memory to New Salem Methodist Church in care of Peggy Ballard at P.O. Box 805, Munford, TN 38058. May she rest in peace knowing that she left behind a legacy of love and kindness that touched the hearts of many. Funeral services were held on Monday, July 21 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in Covington Memorial Gardens. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

Jeanine Wallace July 30, 1948 – July 17, 2014 Jeanine Wallace, 65, of Munford, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at her home. Graveside services were held on Saturday, July 19 at Magnolia Gardens Cemetery in Covington. Covington Funeral Home had charge of services. She was a veteran of the Army National Guard and self-employed music teacher. She is survived by her husband, Danny Wallace; one daughter, Jeanie Starr Nelson of Atoka; one son, Daniel Wallace of Covington; one stepdaughter, Cassie Kingdon of Millington; two sisters, Sue Wood of Shelbyville and Ruth Teegarden of Gilt Edge; one brother, Jan Vaughan of Bartlett; and five grandchildren. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com.

John William Click Date of Death – July 20, 2014 John William Click, 89, the widower of Betty Click, passed away on the evening of July 20, 2014. Mr. Click was a custodian for Tipton Rosemark Academy and a member of the Lions Club. He is survived by his sons, James Click (Margaret) of Covington and John Click (Elizabeth) of Cleveland, Ohio; daughter Patricia Click of Mason; grandchildren Danielle Mullins, Will Click, Caroline Click and Tucker Click; and a great-grandchild, Niki Taylor Smith. In addition to his wife, Mr. Click was preceded in death by a grandson, Niklas Smith. The services for Mr. Click were held on Wednesday, July 23 at 2 p.m. at the Maley-Yarbrough chapel. Bro. Jimmy Rogers officiated. Visitation was held the night before. Interment was at Covington Memorial Gardens. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.maleyyarbrough.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

Iola Norfork

Date of Death – July 20, 2014 Mrs. Iola Norfork, 83, of Henning, died on Sunday, July 20, 2014. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, July 26 at New Bethal Baptist Church. Thompson’s Mortuary had charge of services. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

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Wallace Delmar “Wally” Fitzhugh January 29, 1938 – July 18, 2014 Wallace Delmar “Wally” Fitzhugh, born in Huffman, Ark. on January 29, 1938, passed away to be with our Lord on July 18, 2014. He leaves his wife of 54 years, Frances E. Fitzhugh, daughter Pamela King (Joey), son Michael Fitzhugh (Rhonda), eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Lola Fitzhugh; brother Lawrence Fitzhugh; sisters Ramona, Elva and Velma Ruth; and greatgrandson Kaleb Cothran. The family received friends at a catered reception on Monday, July 21 at Munford Funeral Home. Services were held on Tuesday, July 22. Interment followed at Northridge Woodhaven Cemetery. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

Randy Allen Alsbrook January 16, 1960 – July 20, 2014 Randy Allen Alsbrook, 54, of Randolph, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at his home. He is survived by his mother, Christine Alsbrook of Randolph; one sister, Judy Bradshaw of Munford; four brothers, Terry Alsbrook, Carlton Alsbrook and Jerffrey Lynn Alsbrook, all of Randolph and Anthony Wayne Alsbrook of Burlison and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Tracey Allen Alsbrook and his father, Hugh Hardin Alsbrook. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Covington Funeral Home has charge of services. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Thursday, July 24, 2014

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The Tennessee Supreme Court The elections have caused many clients and friends to question something nonlawyers do not normally think about at all: The Supreme Court of Tennessee. Some have criticized the Court because they were appointed by a governor rather than elected. Others have said they are “liberal” and some have stated they are “conservaDavid Peel tive.” I have seen poPeel Law Firm litical ads saying both, and have gotten mass mailings that seem contradictory. I wonder how many people dealing with this actually read the Tennessee Supreme Court opinions, and the reasoning underlying each. The Tennessee State Fraternal Order of Police announced its support to retain the three Justices: Connie Clark, Sharon Lee and Chief Justice Gary Wade. The Tennessee Bar Association announced

that 9 out of 10 of its members voted to retain in a poll of its 12,000 members concluded last month. Each of the Justices earned recommendations of at least 92 percent to retain. Memphis Bar Association announced recently that 8 out of 10 of its members voted to retain the Justices. At least 74 percent of the TBA attorneys said they “highly recommend” the Justices. This is impressive to me in that many of those attorneys have likely had them rule against their client in a case at some point. I actually read many of the Tennessee Supreme Court decisions, and they affect my ability to help injured Tennesseans. I think they are quality judges and I would like to see them all retained. I am concerned about the politicizing of state wide judicial elections. What do you think? Mr. Peel seeks justice for those injured in car accidents, work place incidents, medical malpractice, and nursing homes. He often addresses churches, clubs and groups without charge. Mr. Peel may be reached through PeelLawFirm.comwherein other articles may be accessed.

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Dr. Mark Swanson, Dr. Tuan Nguyen, Dr. Eric Bower, Dr. Kenneth Afenya, Stephanie Tims and Samuel Lynd after receiving a recognition award from Hospital Quality Institute. Photo by France Gasquet

BMH-Tipton recognized nationally for top patient care Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton was highlighted during a recent event hosted by the Hospital Quality Institute focused on the best practices for patient care, quality of hospitals and patient safety. The hospital was recognized for its high success rates in inpatient care. The focus of discussions included: the HQI’s national safety program, current trends that hospitals have in place and that have proved successful, as well as the importance of holding the hospitals accountable for any issues they might be facing. “We are honored that our hospital was recognized as one

of the facilities that maintained benchmark performance,” Sam Lynd, administrator and CEO of Baptist Tipton, said. “We are committed to ensuring our patients receive highquality care.” Baptist Tipton is an award-winning, 100-bed hospital in Covington, Tenn., that offers inpatient and outpatient care with multispecialty services, a surgery center, diagnostics, a sleep lab and an emergency department. For more information about Baptist Tipton, go to tipton. baptistonline.org, or call 901-476-2621.

Tipton County Commission on Aging events Try us out! Come be a part of all the events happening at the Covington Senior Center. The only requirement for participating is that you be 60 or older. Stop by the office at 401 S. College and pick up a calendar, check out our website www.tiptonaging. org, call Joni Glass at 476-3333, or even like us on Facebook. We have special events planned throughout the month. Be a facilitator Would you like to provide an opportunity for learning something new or to be a part of something great? It could take as little as one hour a week to volunteer. Please contact our volunteer coordinator, Darlene Spaulding at 476-3333. Regularly scheduled programs

SELF DEFENSE FOR THE YOUNG AT HEART Marti Miller, President of A Midsouth Investigation (A MSI), body language expert and jury

trial consultant recently visited the Young at Heart senior group at Clopton United Methodist Church in Brighton. She discussed senior safety and self-defense. With the help of Steve Davis, she demonstrates how a cane can be used as a weapon Courtesy photo.

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Bending needles quilting club Bible study Blood pressure and blood sugar screening Book club Crocheting Arthritis Foundation exercise Line dance class Tap dance class Taylor Hearing Centers – Michael Steer, Doctor of Audiology. Call 901-762-0125 for information and appointments. Walking club Writers’ workshop Water aerobics Caregiver programs

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“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 Lauren at 476-1068 for more information, to receive a registration packet, or to meet with her concerning questions about dementia. 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. For more information please call 476-3333. •South Tipton caregiver wellness group meets the second Tuesday of the month in Munford at the Restoration Church from 5:30 to 7 p.m. •Lunch bunch caregiver wellness group meets the third Tuesday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 12:30 to 2 p.m. The facilitator is Mrs. Darlene Hopper Spaulding.

Contacts 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 Website- www.tiptonaging.org

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FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 900 Simmons Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-837-2683 FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH 6920 Highway 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-1008 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1422 Old Hwy 51 Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-0950 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ATOKA 102 Kimbrough Ave Atoka, TN 38004 901-313-2919 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MUNFORD 521 Giltedge Rd. Munford, TN 38058 901-451-1364 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COVINGTON 2105 Highway 59 South Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2489 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MASON 359 Hwy 70 E Mason, TN 38049 MasonBaptistChurch.com FIRST BRIGHTON BAPTIST CHURCH 132 East Woodlawn Ave. Brighton, TN 38011 476-6180 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF COVINGTON 403 S. Main St. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2434

BRIGHT HILL M.B. CHURCH 4650 Ballard Slough Rd. P.O. Box 166 Burlison,TN 38015 901-476-3227

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 145 West Church Ave Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9694

CAMPGROUND U. M. CHURCH 3183 Drummonds Road Drummonds, TN 38023 837-4629 CANAAN BAPTIST CHURCH 211 Main Street N Covington, TN 38019 476-8782

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 2010 Highway 51 S Covington, TN 38019 476-4433 CALVARY BIBLE CHURCH 894 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 837-8563 CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH 755 Lucy Kelly Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-475-4422 CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH 400 South Maple Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6858

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ELM GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1108 Elm Grove Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8799

BIG HATCHIE BAPTIST ASSOCIATION 1390 Hwy. 51 N Covington,TN 38019 901-476-6759

CAREY CHAPEL AME 4955 Ballard Slough Rd Burlison, TN 38015 475-2288

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CHARLESTON BAPTIST CHURCH 8642 Hwy 179 Stanton, TN 38069 901.476.8479 CHURCH OF CHRIST 873 Hwy 51 N. (Quality Inn) Covington, TN 38019 901.475.9443 CHRIST CHURCH AT CASPER CREEK 6849 Center College Rd. Millington, TN 38053 901.840.3637 CITY OF REFUGE 176 B Wesley Reed Drive Atoka, TN 38004 901-826-4034 CLOPTON U. M. CHURCH 5285 Brighton Clopton Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-5512 COLLINS CHAPEL C.M.E. CHURCH 303 W. Ripley Avenue Covington, TN 38019 615-486-0666- Pastor COVINGTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 1861 Hwy 51 South Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9592 COVINGTON ASSOCIATED REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN 133 W. Washington Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2222 CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3030 Drummonds Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-840-4326 CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH AT THE NAZARENE 3865 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-2545 EBENEZER CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 70 Witherington Rd Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2670 ELM GROVE CHURCH OF CHRIST 2016 Elm Grove Rd

GARLAND BAPTIST CHURCH 1756 Garland Dr. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9691 GARLAND UNITED METHODIST 1613 Garland Drive Covington, TN 38058 901-476-9334 GATEWAY BAPTIST CHURCH 1915 Rosemark Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8087 GETHSEMANE BAPTIST CHURCH 2256 Mt. Lebanon Road Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1356 GILT EDGE CHURCH OF CHRIST 10726 Hwy. 59 West Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8482 GRACE TEMPLE APOSTOLIC CHURCH 8923 Mt Carmel Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1008 GREAT EXPECTATIONS COGIC 2053 Highway 51 S. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6666 GREATER ST. JOHN MBC 411 Shelton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-4735 GRACE OUTREACH WORSHIP CENTER 795 Tennessee Ave Covington, TN 38019 HARVEST CENTRAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD 9703 Hwy. 59 S Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2135 HATCHIE CHURCH OF CHRIST 1372 Highway 51 N Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9709 HOLLY GROVE CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN 4538 Holly Grove Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8379 HEBRON COMMUNITY CHURCH Rayburn Rd. Covington, TN 38019 HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-491-8138 HOPEWELL UNITED METHODIST 3866 Munford Giltedge Rd Munford, TN 38058 HOSANNA MINISTRIES 13779 Hwy 51 S. Atoka, TN 38004 901-840-4540 JEHOVAH'S WITNESS OF COVINGTON 1150 Old Brighton Rd Covington,TN 38019 901-475-2110 JESUS THE WAY OUTREACH CENTER 795 Tennessee Drive Covington, Tennessee 38019 KELLEY’S CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 692 Garland Detroit Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 KING'S HILL M.B. CHURCH 123 King's Hill Road Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-9258

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LIBERTY BAPTIST 2097 Holly Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-5273 LIGHTHOUSE PRAISE TEMPLE 826B HWY 51 COVINGTON, TN 38019 901-294-3866 LIGHTHOUSE APOSTOLIC 2536 Tracy Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-9138 MASON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11733 Hwy 59 Mason, TN 38049 837-8308 MT. HERMAN CHURCH 3492 Quito-Drummonds Road, Millington, TN 38053 (901) 835-2886 MT. LEBANON ASSEMBLY 7560 Hwy 51 North Henning, TN 38041 MT. LEBANON BAPTIST 1837 Mt. Lebanon Road Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3417 MT. TIPTON CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-1165 MT. ZION CHURCH 838 S. Tipton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3233 MUNFORD BAPTIST CHURCH 1253 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-9276 MUNFORD FIRST UNITED METHODIST 57 Tipton Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8881 NEW BEGINNING CHURCH 1460 Atoka Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-412-0241 NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH 2357 Wilkinsville Rd Drummonds, TN 30823 901-835-5683 NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 1239 Hawkins Road Burlison, TN 38015 901-828-2676 NEW HORIZON CHURCH OF GOD 1099 Hwy 51 N Covington, TN 38019 901-489-0447 NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 5123 Highway 176 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-0062 NEW LIFE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 133 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6804 NEW SALEM UNITED METHODIST 7803 Munford Gilt Edge Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8536 OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4048 Highway 59 W Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7259 PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4625 Highway 59 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7016 PLEASANT GROVE METHODIST 314 Gainesville Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3162 POPLAR GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2600 Glen Springs Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2611 PLEASANT HILL FULL GOSPEL FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER 2739 Old Memphis Road Covington, TN 38019 901-837-4058 POPLAR GROVE U.M.C. 228 Quito Drummonds Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2568 PARADISE BAPTIST CHURCH 520 Simonton St. Covington, Tennessee 38019 QUITO UNITED METHODIST 4580 Quito Drummonds Rd. Millington, TN 38053 901-835-2318 RANDOLPH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1135 Randolph Rd. Burlison, TN 476-8244 RAVENSCROFT EPISCOPAL CHAPEL 8219 Holly Grove Rd, Brighton, TN Holy Eucharist, 1st & 3rd Morning Prayer - 2nd & 4th 8:45 a.m. 837-1312 REDEEMING GRACE LUTHERAN 1496 Munford Ave. Munford, TN 38058 901-831-3980 THE REFUGE 749A N. Main St Covington, TN 38019 901-603-3897 RESTORATION CHURCH 60 East Main Street

Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6721 RIVER OF LIFE 220 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8781 SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3400 Atoka-Idaville Road Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8210 SHILOH MB CHURCH 584 John Hill Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-0081 SIMONTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4100 Munford Gilt Edge Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-2168 SMYRNA BAPTIST CHURCH 7512 Hwy 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-6178 SOUTH TIPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 538 Simmons Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 837-2140 ST. ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 1225 Highway 51 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-8140 ST. LUKE BAPTIST CHURCH 632 St. Luke Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9746 ST. MARK AME CHURCH 842 Tipton Road Munford, TN 38058 (901) 837-1456 ST. MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL 303 S. Munford Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6577 ST. MATTHEW MB CHURCH 296 Mason-Charleston Rd. Stanton, TN 38069 901-476-5935 ST JOHN MISSIONARY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-2474 ST. JOHN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1602 Highway 59 West Covington, TN 38019 901-4767645 ST. PAUL EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2406 Hwy 70 East Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2641 ST. STEPHENS M.B. CHURCH 3827 Hwy 51 North Covington, TN 38019 901-476-1559 TABERNACLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4258 Highway 179 Covington 901-553-9598 TEMPLE OF PRAISE 8323 Richardson Landing Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-3462 THE CHURCH AT SHILOH 497 Shiloh Road Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3467 TIPTON CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 470 Watson Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8356 TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 5954 Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8889 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11886 Main St. Mason, TN 38049 VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH 5422 Drummonds Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2280 WESTERN VALLEY BAPTIST 836 Church Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1255 WESTSIDE ASSEMBLY NON-DENOMINATIONAL 33 Paulette Circle Covington, TN 38019 WILLOW GROVE M.B. CHURCH 618 Willow Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7337

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COMMENTARY

A Burger King religion: Will you have it God’s way? Burger King is one of the most successful fast food chains in America. The key to their success is in customizing their menu to the whims of its customers. Their slogan is “Have it your way… special orders don’t upset us”. Fancy upscale restaurants have something comparable, “a la carte” where you order from the menu exactly what you want to accompany the main dish. Other industries such as the auto industry have followed suit offering all kinds of options to customize the vehicle to one’s individual wants and preferences. As a nation, we are a pampered spoiled people who want (or demand) things the way we want them. Sadly, this attitude is also prevalent in our religion. People insist on “having it their way” in religion as well. Most religions have jumped on the bandwagon to cater to the fancies of its members or potential members. Almost every religion offers “contemporary” as well as “traditional” services. One can almost be assured of finding a church that satisfies their desires whatever they are. If you are looking for a church that has generous and liberal terms of admission or no terms of admission, you are in luck. If you want a church that requires “faith only” to be saved, you can find it. If you believe that faith and repentance is necessary for salvation, rest assured there is a church that takes that view. If you believe that one has to have a “religious experience” to be saved, you can find a church that teaches that, too. In short you can find a church that will accept almost anything you want to believe or do in order to be saved. It is the same way in regards to worship. If you want acapella music, a piano and /or organ or a full rock band, there is a church out there to accommodate you. If you want to observe the Lord’s supper once a week, once a month, once a quarter, only on holidays even if they are not on a Sunday or never, there is a church out there for you. If you want to attend services frequently several times a week, only once a week, maybe once a month or only on Christmas, Mother’s Day and Easter, there is a church out there who will welcome you

with open arms. If you are looking for a church that will pretty well allow you to do whatever you want to do, you will not have to look far or go far. If you have a particular practice that you enjoy but that “certain narrow-minded” people may consider offensive or downright sinful, there is a church that will not only accept you but encourage you in that practice. This can range from smoking (dipping, chewing) to drug abuse(prescription or otherwise) to social drinking to dancing to premarital sex to extramarital sex to bigamy to polygamy to homosexuality to divorce and remarriage and the list goes on and on. The popular slogan of the day is, “Attend the church of your choice”. Shouldn’t it be, “Attend the church of Jesus’s choice”? I heard my great aunt pray several years ago in a worship service thanking God for all the choices. Is God pleased with all the choices? Did Jesus not pray for the unity of His followers? John 17:20 Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also which shall believe on me through their word; 21 That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. Hasn’t the multiplicity of churches created chaos and confusion since they teach different and contradictory things? Not only is God not happy with the religious situation, He had nothing to do with creating it. 1Co 14:33 For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches (speaking of individual congregations) of the saints. I Cor. 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. 11 For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, by them which are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. 12 Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ. 13 Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the

name of Paul? The focus is on the individual in today’s society but who are we trying to please? Or maybe the more correct question is, who should we be trying to please? The Galatian church had left the simplicity of the true gospel to follow something more pleasing, more palatable to man. Paul utters this warning, Gal. 1: 8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. 9 As we said before, so say I now again, If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. 10 For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ. Is the plan of salvation up to me or any man or any church based on what I or he or it may want? Is it not God who made us and not vice versa? Isa. 64: 8 But now, O LORD, thou art our father; we are the clay, and thou our potter; and we all are the work of thy hand. Is it not God who knows better than we? Isa 55:8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. Did not God send His own Son for us to obey? Mt 17:5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. Did not Christ’s death give Him the authority to tell us how we can be saved, how we must worship and what His expectations of us are? Joh 12:48 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day. Matt. 7: 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Which will it be? Will you insist on having it your way or will you have it God’s way?

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program will begin June 25. For additional information, call 901652-2765. The church is located at 905 Hwy. 51 South, Covington. July 25-26

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FORMAL GOWNS. (PROM DRESSES) Adult - 1 short (red w/- rhinestones) small $35, 2 floor length, 1- strapless black sparkly, Medium $25, 1 peach sparkly, large $20. Call 901-832-0226. Pick up in Covington or Munford.

HOUSEHOLD GOODS

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Large Microwave, Lighted China Cabinet, Portable Dishwasher with Chopping Block Top, and Stride Trainer. 901-837-2505.

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For Sale Bowflex extreme SE with 410lb leg/preaccher attachment. $500 Proform Treadmill $150 AB Glider $75 901-687-1086.

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House for Sale. Built in 2009, 3BR/2BA on 1.3 acres. $112,900. Call Joshua @ 901517-6069.

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DRAFTSMAN – 3D MODELING Mueller Fittings Company, Inc. in Covington, TN is seeking candidates for the position of Draftsman – 3D modeling with the following qualiﬁcations: s 2-3 years of experience in a production manufacturing environment s Ability to accurately measure components and parts s High level of proﬁciency in SolidWorks

July 26th, 7am-? 119 Corbitt Munford Baby/kids clothes, house ware, chair, stereo tower & lots more!

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Request To Lease Office Space REQUIREMENT: The United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, USDA Service Center Office in Covington, Tennessee, is interested in receiving expressions of interest for approximately, 3,685 to 3,850 contiguous rentable square feet of Class A office space together with 30, on-site, paved parking spaces. The rentable space must yield a minimum of 3,250 usable square feet (USF).

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DELINEATED AREA: The area considered must be within an area to include the City limits of Covington, Tennessee. TERM: The term of the lease will be 10 years.

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OTHER: Submission by other than the owner of manager of a property must be accompanied by a letter for ownership granting permission to make a general offering of space. In instances where the offeror is representing more than one property, the offeror is hereby notiﬁed that they may only participate in negotiations on behalf of the owner.

1BR/1BA, Burlison. Fenced yard, CHA. $600mn, $600dep. 901-604-2720. 2BR/1.5BA House in Covington. No Pets! $550/mo 901-4765547. 4BD/2BA $875/mo. $875/dep. Brighton area. 901-475-4447 or 901-517-3223.

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Duplex for rent- 231 Haynie St., Covington. A-side, 2BD, $400/mn, $400/dep. Section 8 available. 901-476-6960 or 901212-1425. House for Sale or Rent in Covington 4BR/1BA or 3BR/ 1BA central heat air 901-5005878. TWO-AND-THREEBEDROOM Townhomes in Brighton. Excellent schools. Call 901-832-3221. No section 8.

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Established stafﬁng company seeking private duty nursing staff for

150 Peeler Rd.,

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THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2014 ▪ A11 www.covingtonleader.com 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 APRIL 9, 2007, executed by STEVEN L FLETCHER (AKA STEVEN LEWIS FLETCHER), A MARRIED MAN (JOINED BY HIS WIFE, NICOLE R. FLETCHER), to RALPH HENSON, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1335, PAGE 407, for the benefit of FIRST CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES AND/ OR 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; 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, 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, J. PHILLIP JONES/ JESSICA D. BINKLEY, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2014 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 A PART OF THE FANNIE MAI JOHNSON PROPERTY RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 200, PAGE 602, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE, AND ANOTHER TRACTSOURCE OF TITLE UNKNOWN – LYING ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF EAST SHERROD AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF COVINGTON, IN THE FIRST CIVIL DISTRICT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN FOUND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE FANNIE MAI JOHNSON PROPERTY – SOURCE OF TITLE UNKNOWN – SAID POINT BEING IN THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF EAST SHERROD AVENUE (50’ R.O.W.), THEN SOUTH 03 DEG. 45’ 00” EAST 96.00 FEET ALONG OR NEAR THE WEST LINE OF SIMONTON’S LOT RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 1081, PAGE 942 TO A POINT; THEN SOUTH 25 DEG. 56’ 11” EAST, 92.91 FEET ALONG OR NEAR THE WEST LINE OF CRANFORD (DB 372, PG 50) TO A POINT; THEN SOUTH 86 DEG. 30’ 00” WEST, 21.00 FEET ALONG OR NEAR THE NORTH LINE OF BARNES (DB 1125, PG 855) TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND; THEN SOUTH 74 DEG. 45’ 22” WEST, 39.96 FEET ALONG OR NEAR THE NORTH LINE OF BLACKMON (DB 606, PG 19) TO A POINT; THEN NORTH 27 DEG. 21’ 53” WEST ALONG OR NEAR THE EAST LINE OF HOLT (DB 450, PG 446), PASSING AN IRON PIPE FOUND AT 21.38’, BUT CONTINUING FOR A TOTAL DISTANCE OF 111.04 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE FOUND, SAID POINT BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE FANNIE MAI JOHNSON PROPERTY RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 200, PAGE 602; THEN NORTH 16 DEG. 39’ 11” WEST, 91.51 FEET ALONG OR NEAR THE EAST LINE OF LEYHEW (DB 999, PG 585) TO THE SOUTH RIGHT-OFWAY LINE OF EAST SHERROD AVENUE; THEN NORTH 86 DEG. 54’ 43” EAST, 90.00 FEET ALONG THE SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO STEVEN LEWIS FLETCHER, HIS HEIRS AND ASSIGNS IN FEE SIMPLE FOREVER BY WARRANTY DEED DATED APRIL 9, 2007 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1335, PAGE 405, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. ALSO BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED FROM NICOLE RENEE FLETCHER TO STEVEN LEWIS FLETCHER BY QUITCLAIM DEED DATED APRIL 7, 2014 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1620, PAGE 1040, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 125 E SHERROD AVE, COVINGTON, TENNESSEE 38019. MAP 041F GRP M PARCEL 003.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES

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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. THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-101 ET. SEQ. 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: SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY – KEEY MY TN HOME PROGRAM – FORECLOSURE PREVENTION; THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, July 8, 2014. This is improved property known as 125 E SHERROD AVE, COVINGTON, TENNESSEE 38019. J. PHILLIP JONES/JESSICA D. BINKLEY, Substitute Trustee 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F14-0679 10jly3w

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by a Deed of Trust executed on August 30, 2004, by BRENDA M. KING AND NORMAN F. KING, SR. to Katie Winchester, Trustee, for the benefit of First Citizens National Bank and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1160, Page 146; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America and WHEREAS, Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America, as the holder of the Note for which debt is owed, (“Note Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Priority Trustee Services of TN, LLC, as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed or to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5-117, not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Note Holder, and that the undersigned, Priority Trustee Services of TN, LLC, Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, August 7, 2014, commencing at 10:00 a.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 situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Lying and being in the Second Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee, and thus described: Beginning at an iron pin the northeast corner of lot described, said pin being south 1-3/4 degrees east 326 feet from the northeast corner of the A.L. Smith 15.17 acre tract of which this survey is a part, and in the center of the Melrose blacktop road; thence south 88 degrees west 250 feet to an iron stake the northwest corner of lot described, said line passing an iron stake on the west bank of the road at 24 feet; thence south 1-3/4 degrees

east 174 feet to an iron stake the southwest corner of lot described; thence north 88-1/4 degrees east 250 feet to an iron pin in the center of the Melrose blacktop road, said line passing an iron stake on the west bank of the road at 220 feet; thence with said road north 1-3/4 degrees west 174 feet to the beginning, containing 1.0 acre. However, there is excepted out of the above all that part occupied by the Melrose Road as its right of way. Being the same property conveyed unto grantors by deed of record in Book 1160, Page 144, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1817 Dawson Road, Brighton, TN 38011 CURRENT OWNER(S): Brenda M. King and Norman F. King, Sr. The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. Substitute Trustee will only convey any interest he/she may have in the property at the time of sale. Property is sold “as is, where is.” SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: Southern Security Federal Credit Union For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-1-1433(c)(1). All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. PRIORITY TRUSTEE SERVICES OF TN, LLC 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, Georgia 30329 Web Site: www.rcolegal.com TS#: 1R211514 FEI # 2013.01594 07/10/2014, 07/17/2014, 07/24/2014

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 MAY 24, 2005, executed by JESSIE GENEVA PILKINGTON SELF, to LAREEA J CASEY, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1207, PAGE 400 AS MODIFIED IN RECORD BOOK 1548, PAGE 144, for the benefit of AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES AND/OR 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 SPRINGLEAF FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., FORMERLY KNOWN AS AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., 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, J. PHILLIP JONES/ JESSICA D. BINKLEY, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2014 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS COMMITMENT IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

DEED DATED AUGUST 12, 1991 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 665, PAGE 326, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THE SAID BOBBY J. PILKINGTON HAVING SINCE DIED ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 25, 1992 LEAVING JESSIE GENEVA PILKINGTON AS SURVIVING TENANT BY THE ENTIRETY. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 501 E SANFORD AVE, COVINGTON, TENNESSEE 38019. MAP 041F GRP J PARCEL 001.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS 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. THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-101 ET. SEQ. 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: ESTATE/HEIRS OF BOBBY J. PILKINGTON THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, July 8, 2014. This is improved property known as 501 E SANFORD AVE, COVINGTON, TENNESSEE 38019. J. PHILLIP JONES/JESSICA D. BINKLEY, Substitute Trustee 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F14-0004

PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALBERT H. BOUWMAN CHANCERY COURT PROBATE DOCKET # PR-3221 In accordance with a Court order entered June 30, 2014, I, Linda Faye Wilson, Personal Representative of the Estate of ALBERT H. BOUWMAN, will sell at public sale on Friday, August 1, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chancery Court courtroom at 1801 South College Street, Covington, Tennessee (Tipton County Justice Complex) the following described real property known as 397 Cates Road, Drummonds, Tipton County, Tennessee at public auction to the highest and best bidder. The property is described as follows:

BEGINNING AT A STAKE, THE INTERSECTION OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SANFORD AVENUE WITH THE EAST LINE OF BYARS STREET; THENCE SOUTH WITH BYARS STREET 135 FEET TO A STAKE; THENCE EAST 50 FEET TO A STAKE; THENCE NORTH 135 FEET TO A STAKE IN THE SOUTH LINE OF SANFORD AVENUE; THENCE WITH THE SAME WEST 50 FEET TO THE BEGINNING.

Tract 1 Beginning at the Albert H. Bouwman southwest corner of the property deeded to Albert H. Bouwman and wife recorded in Deed book 260, page 50 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, going west on south line 6.8 chains, then north on west line 6.5 chains, then going east on north line 7.1 chains, then going south on east line 5.2 chains to Albert H. Bouwman northeast corner containing 4 acres, more of less.

BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO BOBBY J. PILKINGTON, A SINGLE PERSON BY WARRANTY DEED DATED JUNE 26, 1991 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 662, PAGE 957 IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE.

Being the same property conveyed to Albert H. Bouwman and wife, Patricia C. Bouwman by deed recorded in Book 274, page 557 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee.

ALSO BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED FROM BOBBY J. PILKINGTON TO HIS WIFE, JESSIE GENEVA PILKINGTON, AN UNDIVIDED ONE-HALF INTEREST WITH THE INTENT AND PURPOSE OF CREATING AN ESTATE BY THE ENTIRETY, BY WARRANTY

Tract 2 Being a parcel of land off a 45 acre tract of land conveyed to C.E. pace by v.o. Wiseman et al and described: Beginning approximately 168 yards east of Jess Millican’ SE corner atan iron stake; then ce South 1 and 1/2 chains; thence West 1 chain; thence North 1 and 1/2 chains; thence East 1 chain to

the Point of Beginning. Being the same property conveyed to Albert H. Bouwman and wife, Patricia C. Bouwman in Deed Book 260, page 505 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. The property is subject to a minimum bid which is not expected to exceed $20,000. The Personal Representative reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Elizabeth B. Ziarko Attorney at Law P.O. Box 765 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3973

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on August 25, 2014 on or about 11:00AM local time, at the North door of the Tipton County Courthouse in Covington, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by RONDEY K HANKS AND JOAN R HANKS, to TIPTON AND OWEN, Trustee, on May 30, 2007, at Record Book 1344, Page 569 as Instrument No. 104310 in the real property records of Tipton County Register’s Office, Tennessee. Owner of Debt: Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC The following real estate located in Tipton County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: Being Lot 18 of Block “B” of the Cloverdale Park Subdivision as recorded at Book 92, page 100 in the Register`s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. Being the same property conveyed to Rodney Hanks and wife Joan R. Hank by warranty deed placed of record January 8, 2003 and recorded in book 1045, page 503, in the Register`s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Tax ID: 025N G 01400 000171 Current Owner(s) of Property: RONDEY K HANKS AND JOAN R HANKS The street address of the above described property is believed to be 406 BAXTER, COVINGTON, TN 38019, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS POSSESSION.

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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. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT PAID. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: None THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-117 have been met. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead 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. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/ IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce 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 as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. MWZM File No. 14-000012-670 JASON S. MANGRUM, J.P. SELLERS, LORI LIANE LONG, Substitute Trustee(s) Premier Building, Suite 404 5217 Maryland Way Brentwood, TN 37027 PHONE: (615) 238-3630 EMAIL: info@mwzmlaw.com

PUBLIC NOTICE The Tipton County Finance and Administration members will meet Thursday, July 24th at 6:30p.m. This meeting will take place at the Tipton County Chamber Ofﬁce located at 106 West Liberty, Covington, TN. 24jan1w

PUBLIC NOTICE The Tipton County Finance and Administration members will meet Tuesday July 29th at 6:30p.m. This meeting will take place at the Tipton County Chamber Ofﬁce located at 106 West Liberty, Covington, TN. 24jly1w

PUBLIC NOTICE The following vehicle is shown to be ABANDONED at the Mason Police Dept., Mason, TN. This vehicle is a 4 DR, 2001 Ford Escort, Black. Last six on the VIN# is A57128. Owner and any lienholder wishes to come and claim this vehicle has until July 31, 2014 to do so. If no responses, vehicle will be sold on the GOVDEALS.COM website. 24jul1w

PUBLIC NOTICE The Tipton County Election Commission will have a special called meeting on Wednesday July 30 at 3:30 PM at their ofﬁce, 113 E. Church Street in Covington. The agenda includes any needed appointments of election workers and other preparations for the August 7 and November 4 elections of 2014. 24jly1w

NOTICE TO FURNISHERS OF LABOR AND MATERIALS TO: RoadSafe Traf¿c Systems, Incorporated For Project: Runway and Taxiway Remarking Program at 33 Designated Airports in Middle and West Tennessee PROJECT NO.: 99-555-1215-04 COUNTY: Tipton The Tennessee Department of Transportation is about to make ¿nal settlement with the contractor for construction of the above numbered project. All persons wishing to ¿le claims pursuant to Section 54-5-122, T.C.A. must ¿le same with Tom Burgess, P.E., Chief Engineer, Aeronautics Division, Tennessee Dept. of Transportation, 607 Hangar Lane, Nashville, TN 37217, on or before 08/25/14.

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control (TDAPC) has received requests for construction and/or modi¿cation of air contaminant sources as noted below. The proposed construction and/or modi¿cation is subject to part 1200-3-9-.01(1)(h) of the Tennessee Air Pollution Control Regulations, which requires a public noti¿cation and 30-day public comment period. Interested parties may express their comments and concerns in writing to Mr. Barry R. Stephens, Director, Division of Air Pollution Control, William R. Snodgrass Tennessee Tower, 312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, 15th Floor, Nashville, Tennessee 37243 within thirty (30) days of the date of this notice. Questions concerning a source may be addressed to the assigned Division personnel at the same address or by calling 615-532-0554.Individuals with disabilities who wish to participate should contact the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation to discuss any auxiliary aids or services needed to facilitate such participation. Such contact may be in person, by writing, telephone, or other means, and should be made no less than ten days prior to the end of the public comment period to allow time to provide such aid or services. Contact the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation ADA Coordinator, William R. Snodgrass Tennessee Tower, 312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, 2nd Floor, Nashville, Tennessee 37243, 1-866-253-5827. Hearing impaired callers may use the Tennessee Relay Service, 1-(800)-848-0298. The applicant is Rose Fabricating & Industrial Solutions with a mailing address of 290 Industrial Road, Covington,Tennessee 38019. They seek to obtain air contaminant permit(s) (Division identi¿cation number(s): 84-0095-03/968842P for the installation of new paint booth(PB-3) to paint large metal pieces with exhaust ¿lter control, the facility is located on 290 Industrial Blvd, Covington, Tennessee 38019.The requested operation is for the approval to emit regulated air pollutants. Mr. Jim A. Attar is the assigned Division person.

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THE CIVIL WAR AND TIPTON COUNTY

Tiptonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s infantry soldiers in the battle of Missionary Ridge By RUSSELL BAILEY Tipton County Historian Continued Nov. 25, 1863 The action on the Confederate right was a battle between giants; Pat Cleburne, the best of Braggâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division commanders, and Grantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest, W. T. Sherman. One historian described it plainly: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fact was, Shermanâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;with two corps of the Army of the Tennessee, Howardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corps of the Army of the Potomac, and Jefferson C. Davisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; division of the Army of the Cumberland all at his disposal as well as Absalom Bairdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division of Cumberlanders sent by General Grant,â&#x20AC;Ścould not drive Cleburneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division, assisted by only two other brigades and two regiments, off the ridge.â&#x20AC;? In the forenoon of Nov. 25, 1863, Gen. George Maneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brigade was sent to support Gen. Patrick Cleburneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division. Upon arrival, Maneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tennesseans were placed a short distance north of the railroad tunnel where they found Cleburneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s men repulsing heavy attacks from Sherman. Shortly thereafter, Cleburne called on Maney for reinforcements; the 1st, 27th and 50th Tennessee regiments were sent into battle. With assistance from Cummingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Georgians, these Tennesseans counter-attacked the Federal attackers

Almyra Libby Click Hi everyone. Three or four weeks is a long time to be without a computer. Finally, Expertex found the problem. It was such a blessing to be able to communicate again, since this generation doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enjoy picking up the telephone. Teasing, of course, but it is for sure a different lifestyle. Speaking of enjoyment, the cool temperatures last week were amazing for July. I was not able to write last week, as I went with Mr. Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family to Hardy, Ark. They had a family reunion and a birthday party for his sister, who turned 92. She is amazing. While there, we saw some of the most beautiful scenery. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not mountains, but beautiful hills, springs, waterfalls and creek beds. All of my immediate family is gone now, but two sisters; however, my children, nieces, nephews and, of course, grandchildren, and a few cousins are left are my life, praise the Lord. The committee for our 50th high school reunion met again over this past weekend and everything is coming together beautifully. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not long now and I can

hardly wait, especially to see my girlfriend, Michelle Boren Sissom, and her husband Richard, from Atlanta. They will be staying at the same hotel, so I know we will have a ball! Salem Presbyterian Church Worship is at 11 a.m. Rev. Charles Todd is the minister. I did not receive a bulletin for this week, however, I still have last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Our deepest sympathy is extended to all in the death of Mary Francis Blackmon, April 12- July 10, 2014. There was a congregational meeting on July 20 to approve expenditure for some remodeling work in the kitchen. Memorials last week were in memory of Walter and Ann Rose. Flowers last week were in memory of Bobby and Mozelle McDill. Sharon Presbyterian Church Worship is at 9 a.m. Rev. Charles Todd is the minister. We welcome all visitors, friends and members. July has been a Fee birthday month. Mr. Thornton Feeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday was on July the 12th and Courtneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the 22nd. Happy birthday to you both and we pray for many more happy years. For those of you who would like to remember Ruby Fee with a card or phone call, her birthday is July 27.

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sending them down the ridge capturing 500 prisoners and eight enemy flags. Capt. James I. Hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Company C, 6th & 9th Tennessee, saw limited action that day, being mostly in reserve. Capt. Hall wrote: â&#x20AC;&#x153;A detachment from our brigade was sent out in front of our works to drive a way some Yankee sharpshooters who had a secure position behind a precipitous cliff. Our men, finding that they could not reach them with bullets, rolled some large rocks down the hill on them and in this way succeeded in dislodging them from their position.â&#x20AC;? Among the defeated Federals of Sherman were Col. Charles C. Walcutt and his 46th Ohio, the troops that burned the town of Randolph in 1862. About 4 p.m., with Shermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s repulse on the right, Grant ordered an attack on the center. Four divisions of more than 23,000 Union infantry, in brilliant formation, marched forward to Missionary Ridge. These divisions were from north to south: Absalom Baird, Thomas J. Wood, Philip Sheridan and Richard W. Johnson; the brigades were situated from north to south: Edward H. Phelps, Ferdinand Van Derveer, John B. Turchin, Samuel Beatty, August Willich, Wm. B. Hazen, Geo. D. Wagner, Charles D. Harker, Francis T. Sherman, William L. Stoughton and William P. Carlin. For two days, from Missionary Ridge, the Confederates

In closing, my son, Mike Scott and his wife Stephanie spent their 25th wedding anniversary in Jamaica. .Happy anniversary to you both and may the Lord bless you with many more happy years. My little Luke Scott (donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell him I called him little) will be leaving soon for Middle Tennessee

University. He will be missed greatly. Also last week, my daughter, Sherri Kidd, and family spent the week at Gulf Shores, Ala. Zack, my grandson, was playing tournament baseball. They also had a little time for the beach. Addie loved it! My grandson, Chase

had witnessed the massive columns and formations of the Union army. Realizing their own scant numbers, perhaps 10,500 defenders, they grew despondent and weary of success. For many of the Rebel soldiers, this would be their first battle in which they stood to receive an attack from the Yankees. The Confederate center was composed of the divisions of Patton Anderson, William B. Bate and Alexander P. Stewart. Their troops were posted on the west side of Missionary Ridge along a two-mile front with poorly constructed breastworks. About one-half of the troops were at the base of western side of the ridge while the other portion was on top along the crest of the ridge. Tipton infantrymen were among the defenders along the center of Missionary Ridge; the men of the consolidated 154th (Co. D) and 13th Tennessee were in Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division; the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tipton Riflesâ&#x20AC;? 4th Tennessee (consolidated with the 5th Tennessee) were in Stewartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division. With the exception of the 5th regiment, these Tennesseans had served together since the summer of 1861 at Fort Wright and Randolph on the Mississippi. The ensuing battle and aftermath would be a severe trial for these soldiers of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Volunteer State.â&#x20AC;? Continued next week

Kidd, only got to stay a short time as he had tournament baseball in Atlanta. Baseball is fun and has helped me fill a lot of grandchildren time at the fields. We all love it. I hope you are able to stay cool and active as the warmer temperatures are finally arriving. Have a great three more weeks, you teach-

ers and students, as school will soon be approaching. Oh! Before closing I must remind you that early voting has begun. Please affirm your freedom by using this privilege and put it on your calendar. Of course, the primary is Aug 7. I picked Mr. Bill up the first day and we got that done immediately.

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Mt. Carmel-Clopton Elaine Watkins We made it through another big windstorm on Monday the 14th, just as Courtney and I got back from Memphis shopping. Two trees, seen in last week's Leader, blew down in the Covington Church of Christ yard and Clint saw a tornado in the sky that didn't touch down; almost an inch and a half of rain fell very quickly! The temperatures afterward were in the high 60s and low 70s for a few days and were wonderful; we set a new "low high" from 1918! This week's farm report: The pumpkins are really growing! Corn is making good-sized ears and I'm waiting to see some pretty cotton blooms; a cotton field in bloom is so pretty. Soybeans have "met in the middle" and look lush from all the rain but we're glad we didn't get the three to six inches that had been predicted over the weekend. I had one of my "funnest" nights Thursday night when I got to go to the Orpheum and see the singing version of "The Wizard of Oz!" Going with me were Cammy Evans, their son Ben's girlfriend from Alabama, Samantha, Wanda Townsend, Deborah Cates, Bonita Rogers and Michelle Nowak. Everyone clapped when Toto jumped out of Miss Gulch's basket, as well as many times afterward, as if on cue. I was in movie heaven! Subs, soup, sandwiches or

baked potatoes, as well as dessert, were enjoyed on the way back home. It was a great night! My thanks for Andy Burkeen, who grew up in Covington, for the tickets. It was Elizabeth and Justin's 10th anniversary so they couldn't go, but I wish Lyla could have been there, in her Dorothy costume. John Evans and Bennett Kinningham, who had outpatient surgery Friday, are on the prayer list, as well as so many other friends and relatives of our members, those taking treatments, and all service men and women. And please pray for voters; early voting goes until Aug. 2! My sincere sympathy is extended to Linda Kimbrough in the death of her brother-in-law, Steve Taylor, and to Jim Edmonds and family in the death of his sister, Carline Myracle. They all have my prayers. Happy birthday to Bill Gatlin and Jenni Langston on July 25 and Reagan Combs on the 26th! Happy anniversary to Mike and Paula McLean on July 20 and Evan and Michelle Nowak on the 22nd! We were glad to see all our missionaries back from Costa Rica safe and sound this morning, even though they looked a little sleepy!

At Clopton United Methodist Church, new officers have been installed: Jamie Stafford is nurture chairperson, Tim Harman is Sunday school superintendent and Cara Nelson is president of the youth council. The youth will be in charge of the morning service on July 27. Please support them with your prayers and presence, says their bulletin! Happy birthday to Amy Johnson on July 22, Debbie Owen and Jennifer Wilson on the 24th, Bubba Twisdale on the 26th and Leah Stafford on the 27th! A large group of elementary and junior high youth are at Lakeshore Camp this week. This week's goat report: We've moved the goats, Billy and Bob, down to the home-place, where they are staying in the barn and have a big patch of weeds to mow down; they especially seem to favor the cockleburs! I've always heard a goat can eat a tin can, I guess cockleburs aren't quite that tough. This week's Farmer's Almanac quote: (For Friday, July 25) "Eating oysters today ensures that you will never be in want." I personally don't guarantee that! Stay cool - the heat is back!

Dunlap Retirement Center Kathy Keiter Hello everyone, I hope you’re all enjoying this beautiful weather! Wow! Hasn’t it been so nice? I feel like I’m living in the Bahamas- not that I would know- but just thinking this is apparently what kind of weather they have! But that’s okay, I’ll stay right here, thank you! Thanks so much for coming out to the Relay for Life yard sale last Friday and Saturday; they had a good turn out. I think there will be another one in August or September, and I’ll keep you posted as to the date! Darlene Lovett and her great team were very pleased, but will try to get the word out better for the next one. Stay tuned to my notes and I will report back to you.

Also, you may make donations to the Relay for Life yard sale by calling Darlene at (901) 275-9649. I was able to clean my closet out and my husband said, “It’s about time I got ‘my’ closet back.” Ha ha! Okay, now I’ll give you an update on the New Generation Church, which held its first Sunday morning meeting this past Sunday. Bro. Terry Hilliard was extremely happy with the 38 souls who attended the first worship service Sunday morning! He had six people give their lives to Jesus Christ on Sunday! Praise the Lord! There were even had four or five residents who came up to the fellowship hall for the service. I’m so excited about him starting this

church. He told me he distributed about 500 of them! It’s a very good way to get the word out! So if you were at Walmart last Saturday afternoon and there was one on your windshield, I do hope you will consider joining this new church. Brother Terry really loves the Lord and loves to share it with everyone! Until next week, have a great one and remember to give someone a hug, say something kind to someone who’s not expecting it and love the Lord with all your heart and soul because He first loved you and gave His Son to die for your sin. God bless!

ministry here, because the residents are really connecting with him and the folks within his team. He’s been coming every Sunday and ministering to the residents in both buildings. They really like him and that’s because he is so interested in them and wants to be there for them and their spiritual needs. It gets them out of the house on a nice day! For the residents who can’t attend, Bro. Hilliard goes to them and performs the service again. God has blessed us with this ministry right here on campus! I was amazed Saturday when I came back to my car from being inside Walmart and found a flyer on my windshield about the

Community events The Community Calendar is a free service offered by The Leader. We make every effort to include all submissions for this section, however these items are printed as space becomes available. To guarantee your event to be in the paper would require paid advertising. A complete list appears in the Community Events section on our web site, www.covingtonleader.com July 25 The United States Pullers Association Smoke Show Tractor and Truck Pull, which is raising money for the Covington Roundball Basketball Club, will be held at 7 p.m. at Cobb-Parr Park in Covington. National pullers including Jody Wamble, Nathan Hopkins, David Taylor, David Guetersloh and Andy Johnson will take part. Admission is $10. Kids five and under are free. Call 579-0848 for more information. August 2 Jesus Loves Tipton County Interest Meeting, a meeting of interested churches for participation in the upcoming Jesus Loves Tipton County Community Outreach Event is scheduled for Saturday, August 2, 2014, at Covington First Baptist Church at 10 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to bring together various evangelical churches in the community to discuss potential outreach projects for a planned outreach in

October and provide information on the ministry. The ministry is meant to mirror the current established Jesus Loves Memphis outreach. Jesus Loves Memphis is a movement among evangelical churches in Memphis to lift up the name of Jesus Christ through acts of kindness and projects of community service. On Oct. 25, more than 30 churches will come together to participate in projects all over Memphis and the surrounding MidSouth area. These projects will include clean-up projects and various ministry opportunities for volunteers to participate throughout the day. Each project will focus on service and prayer, so there will be opportunities for everyone to participate. Interested individuals/churches may contact Zach Cook at 901-848-2672, ezcook@bellsouth.net, for more information. August 16-17 Wings over Halls Airshow will take place in Halls at the Veterans Museum. For more information, call 731836-7400 or email vetmuseumhalls@bellsouth.net. August 29 and 30 Millington Central class of 1984 The reunion committee has been hard at work this past year planning a blowout celebration for everyone.

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Friday, Aug. 29, from 7 p.m. -1 a.m. Fixins Restaurant, located at 45 Reeder Avenue in Munford. Classmate David Mcree bas offerred to close his restaurant for a private party. Beer will be available for sale but since it is a private party, it is BYOB. Saturday, Aug. 30, 7 p.m. Hampton Inn and Suites 8838 US Hwy 51 N., Millington. Tickets are $50 per person and include dinner and two drink tickets per person. It is a cash bar after the two drinks. There will be a DJ playing favorite '80s hits along with a photographer. To purchase tickets visit our website at millington1984.wordpress.com or mail payment by Aug. 2 to: Class of 1984 reunion 312 Nivens Drive, Atoka 38004. For more information, call Leslie Ervin Owen at 901-490-8240 or Michele Goodwin Hatkness at 901355-2650. We look forward to seeing everyone! Ongoing St. Luke Baptist Church has become a site in Tipton County for the Tennessee Yellow Dot program. The Yellow Dot program is designed to supply first responders with and individual’s medical information in the event of an emergency. This information can mean the difference between life and death following a serious crash. Medical personnel can

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make the best decision regarding emergency treatment when they know a crash victim’s medical conditions, medications or medical allergies.We would like to encourage licensed drivers age 55 and older to participate as well as other citizens. Anybody can be in a crash or have a medical emergency. You can pick up your medical form and yellow dot at St. Luke. You will need to provide a current photo or one will taken on site. For more information about the yellow dot program, go to TDOT website, www.tn.gov/tdot/yellowdot or call Florence Dyson at 901476-9746 or stop by St. Luke Church Community Center located at 632 St. Luke Road, Covington any day Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to noon. TCCA needs facilitators to conduct new classes at the Covington Senior Center. Classes include but are not limited to crochet class, piano class, art class, ceramics, calligraphy, and jewelry making, Anyone interested in holding a class please contact Joni Glass at 476-1068.

the second Thursday of the month. A free blood pressure and foot care check, as well information on weight management and meal planning will be available. For more information, call 476-2364 or log on to www. childrenfirstcfs.com.

St. in Covington, holds its monthly meeting on the third Thursday of every month. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and is open to friends and family. Practice is every Monday at 7 p.m. Call 901490-2753 for more information.

The Faith That Works reading program, which has a goal of increasing reading comprehension and speed through faith and secular resources, needs volunteers to instruct participants ages 5-18. The program meets every Saturday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Covington Housing Authority community building, located at 702 Jackson St. Call 901-6522765 for more information.

Ransomed Riders Chapter of CMA meets the fourth Monday of each month at Los Reyes Mexican Restaurant in Atoka. Meal at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. For more information call Phil Cathey at 388-8145.

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Writing group meets every Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the TCCA/Covington Senior Center downstairs meeting room. For details or for more information, contact Joni Glass, program director or Gayle Hulsey, facilitator at 901-476-1068.

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Above, left, supplies needed for this year's Stuff the Bus project, taking place Saturday, Aug. 2 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Covington Walmart and Fred's in Munford. Above, photo of the Stuff the Bus project from 2012. Courtesy photos

Help Junior Auxiliary stuff the bus By FRANCE GASQUET fgasquet@covingtonleader.com Junior Auxiliary’s annual Stuff the Bus Project will be held Saturday, Aug. 2, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Covington Walmart and Fred’s in Munford. The project collects school supplies for children in need. Lists for supplies are above and JA will hand out lists at each location. Last year, JA served every school in the county

through this project. Auxiliary member Shannon Leach said the project is very important to the community. “It makes such a difference for children, families, and teachers when our students can start their school year off with everything they need,” said Leach. “We are so thankful and blessed by how generous the people of Tipton County have been each year by donating school supplies for this project and we are looking forward to being able to provide even more

students with supplies this year.” This year, the two locations will be holding a friendly competition to see which one can collect the most school supplies. Donations for the project will be accepted from those who cannot attend Aug. 2. For more information, contact the Junior Auxiliary of Tipton County Facebook page or email at contactus@tiptoncountyja. org.

DSCC’s 2014-15 Online Fees Reduced and Application Fees Waived Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) has announced its new fee schedule for the 2014-15 academic year. These new rates, approved recently by the Tennessee Board of

Regents (TBR), will take effect starting the fall 2014 semester. TBR’s system-wide increase of 6% among all 13 Tennessee Community Colleges, raised DSCC’s tuition from $139 per

credit hour in 2013-14 to $147 per credit hour for 2014-15. However, students enrolling in online classes at DSCC this fall will notice a decrease in online tuition. In addition to regular tuition per

credit hour, online students will only pay an additional $22 per credit hour rather than 201314’s $34.75 per credit hour. Students residing in Pemiscot or Dunklin counties in Missouri, as

well as in Mississippi County in Arkansas, all qualify to receive in-state tuition rates. DSCC has also waived its $10 application fee, allowing students to apply for admission for free. For more

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A ribbon cutting was held recently for Kelvin’s Wings & BBQ at 535 Hwy. 51 N., Covington, TN. Kelvin’s offers a wide variety of food such as: wings, Bar-B-Q sandwiches, ﬁsh, nachos, pigtails, chicken tenders, chopped Bar-B-Q and fried green tomatoes. Hours of operation are M.-W., 10:30-8:30PM; Thurs. 10:30 9PM; Fri. & Sat. 10:30 - 10PM. Stop in for some great southern cooking!

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www.covingtonleader.com Covington FFA members pictured are, from left, front, C.J. Cunningham, Catherine Turner, Sarah Kate Poole, Averi Cole, Madison Miller, Hannah Turner, Molly Flanagan, and Katilyn Richardson; back, Aaron Rogers, Nathan Oliver, Ryan Wick, Stephen Sartain, Sam Daniel, Hayden Kirkdoffer, Will Turner, Sam Wauford, Alex Daniel, Bailey Black and Tommy Flanagan. Courtesy photo

Covington FFA attends 2014 Tennessee FFA Leadership Camp By JERRY JOHNSON FFA Advisor The Covington FFA attended the 2014 Tennessee FFA Leadership Camp at Camp Clements in Doyle on June 30-July 4. The chapter had an amazing week of leadership, team building and recreational activities. The chapter participated in the opening and closing ceremonies on Monday night and it set the tone for the entire week as "MERICA" week! Our chapter was well repre-

sented on the camp council, as chapter president "Uncle" Sam Daniel was our representative. He was selected to be the camp president as well, and did a phenomenal job representing our chapter throughout the week. In addition, he was also the individual quiz contest winner and was fifth in the extemporaneous public speaking contest on Thursday evening. The chapter had a team quiz bowl team that consisted of Sam Wauford, Molly Flanagan, Hannah Turner and Sam Daniel. The team placed second in the competition, losing

in the championship round in overtime to the Scotts Hill FFA Chapter. The chapter had 17 of the 19 students receive their outstanding leadership certificates and had numerous students receive best sport and best athlete awards. The chapter is excited about the upcoming school year and is looking forward to applying all of the leadership skills that they learned during the camp to make our chapter the best that it can be.

Clifton awarded Oney J. and Adele H. Naifeh Memorial Scholarship Hannah Clifton of Covington was recently awarded a $750 Oney J. & Adele H. Naifeh Memorial Scholarship Award from the Tennessee Grocers Education Foundation. Clifton was recognized on June 14 at the annual convention of the Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association held at the Music City Center. A graduate of Covington High School, Clifton will attend Bethel University, where she received a softball scholarship, and will

major in Nursing. Hannah, a cashier at Naifeh’s, is a member of the National Honor Society and served on Covington High’s student council. The Tennessee Grocers Education Foundation presented 148 scholarships this year valued at $161,300 to students in the food industry. Eligible recipients are either employed by TGCSA member firms, or have parents who are full-time employees of a TGCSA member firm.

School system hosts parent expo Members of the Brighton FFA during Camp Clements Leadership Training Camp. Courtesy photo

Brighton FFA named Outstanding Chapter On June 27, the Brighton Future Farmers of America Chapter of Tipton County was named Outstanding Chapter at Camp Clements Leadership Training Camp. 186 students, advisors and guests attended what was the fourth of six weeks of Leadership Training Camp offered to the Tennessee FFA membership. Chapters must be active in officer classes, public speaking classes, the rifle range, an extemporaneous public speaking contest, a camp-wide quiz bowl contest, various sporting events and have a large sum of members qualify for the gold leadership award to be considered for the Outstanding Chapter award. In addition to Brighton FFA being named outstanding chapter, they were also ranked as the second place outstanding officer team and won the quiz bowl contest. Members of the quiz bowl team were MaryLaine Flanagan,

Conlee Lea, Jonathan Dunn and Addie Davis. Member Addie Davis was named as the camp council president, won the extemporaneous public speaking contest and the individual quiz contest. Jonathan Dunn placed second in the extemporaneous public speaking contest. Brighton FFA advisors are: Neil Bringle, Swayne Huffman, Terri Lea, William Lea and Michelle Rankin. FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Nationally, there are 606,510 FFA members, aged 12-21. The Tennessee FFA association is comprised of 13,000 members from 213 high school chapters, seven middle school chapters and eight collegiate chapters across the state of Tennessee. To learn more about FFA visit www. tnffa.org.

Back to school suggestions for healthier teeth While the term “back-toschool” brings to mind busy schedules and the purchase of new backpacks, lunchboxes, clothing and a laundry list of supplies, a dental check-up is an integral part of a child’s overall health and wellbeing. Untreated dental disease can interfere with learning, speech and eating, leading to poor nutrition and problems in the classroom. One-third of children ages 6 to 8 have untreated cavities in permanent teeth. Tooth decay, which can result in cavities, pain and infection, has become the most common childhood disease. Regular dental screenings can help prevent tooth decay. At a dental check-up, a dentist can identify risks and help watch for more

serious problems and even can suggest important prevention measures, like sealants for your child’s molars. Dentists can also identify early signs of other diseases like diabetes. "A regular check-up with the dentist is as important as receiving an annual physical, especially for children,” said Cheryl Reese, DDS, of Reese Family Dentistry, in Covington. “I encourage parents to make an annual back-toschool dental visit part of their child’s routine for the rest of their school lives. Kids who become comfortable seeing the dentist from a young age will likely continue with routine dental screenings through their youth and adulthood, lowering the likelihood of more

serious dental issues occurring later in life.” Regular visits to a dental care provider are crucial, but in-between check-ups, parents can help protect children’s teeth year-round with these simple tips: ·Sip through a straw: Sugar and acid in soda and sports drinks can eat away at tooth enamel. Send kids to school with a straw so the liquid will have less contact with their teeth. ·Fight decay with fluoride: If your community water is fluoridated, skip bottled water and have your child drink water from the tap. You’ll save money too. ·Blow bubbles: Chewing gum isn’t necessarily bad for kids’ teeth, as long as it’s sugarless. Look for chewing gum containing xylitol,

Tipton County Schools will host a parent expo at Crestview Middle Schools cafeteria on August 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for parents of CIAA, Crestview Elementary and Crestview Middle. There will be

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Covington duo pursuing boxing careers around country, world By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com To somebody not familiar with the boxing scene in Covington and internationally, the words Flap and Rudd might sound like nautical terms. But in the context of boxing, these are the names of two of the best boxers to emerge from the Covington Boxing Club in recent years. Chris Rudd, 29, turned pro a couple of years ago. He lost his last fight in March to Petr Petrov, who is now fighting for a world title. Rudd (13-2, 8 knockouts) has fought on ESPN numerous times. Anthony "Flap" Campbell, 23, is currently the secondranked boxer in USA Boxing's 165-pound division. COVINGTON PRO BOXER He's traveled to CHRIS RUDD Germany, France, the Dominican Republic and the Ukraine in recent years. Campbell is considering a run at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. In between pro bouts and international trips, the pair can usually be found in their home gym in Covington working out with the rest of coach Jimmy Glover's stable of young boxers. "Both these guys are the heart and soul of the local boxing club," Glover said. "They are a lot of help with the younger amateurs by assisting with training and by just training in the same gym as an example." Rudd turned pro later than a lot of boxers, but he's optimistic about eventually making it his full-time career. For now, his typical day includes working 12 hours at a warehouse in Arlington and then coming to the gym for a workout. When he returned to work from his fight with Petrov, which was held in South Dakota, he said his co-workers asked him what he had decided. "I said, 'What are you guys talking about?'" Rudd said earlier this week after a workout. "I love boxing, but I need something to support my family. I'm not making the money some other fighters are where I can lay off my work. I would love to, but I got some kids at home." Rudd and his wife are raising a 7-year-old son and a 3-year-old daughter. "We don't have some of the things here that some other guys have in their gym," Rudd said, "but I'm still going to work just as hard. I want to become a top contender." Campbell hasn't made the leap to the professional ranks just yet. His bid for a spot on the 2012 Olympic team came up just short. Just one boxer in each weight class makes the Olympic team. "I'd like to see him go for it (the Olympic team)," Glover said. "If he did make it, it would mean a lot to him when he turned pro." Like Rudd, Campbell started boxing in gym when

"I want to become a national contender." -

Above, Chris Rudd (orange trunks) works out with Corey Somerville in the Covington Boxing Club's gym last week. Below, several younger amateur members of the club work out. Rudd, now a 29-yearold professional, helps train younger boxers while pursuing his career. Photos by Jeff Ireland

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Brighton hires Wickersham to lead baseball program

SIGNING DAY

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Colby Poston, a 2014 Brighton High School graduate, signed a baseball scholarship with Christian Brothers University on Monday. He was joined at the signing by, from left, front, sister Haley Franks, mother Audrey Poston, father Jason Poston; back, assistant coach Jay Jennings and former head coach Brian Oswalt. Photo by Jeff Ireland

Third Cardinal signs for baseball By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com One more member of the 2014 Brighton High School baseball team is headed to play at the next level. Following Colton Hathcock (University of Memphis) and Jared Webb (Bethel University), both of whom signed weeks ago, Colby Poston made his college choice official Monday morning. He'll suit up Christian Brothers University in Memphis next year. "I just felt like it was the place for me to be," Poston said. "I like the school and the academ-

ics are strong. I've also got some friends going there." A starter since he was a sophomore, Poston played centerfield and hit leadoff for the Cardinals last season. In addition to batting .444 with two homers, 26 stolen bases and 22 RBIs, Poston was named all-district and all-tournament. Brian Oswalt, Brighton's head coach who retired after last season, said he saw Poston gradually improve during his career at Brighton. "We got him in the weight room and you could tell he got better and stronger from his sophomore season," Oswalt said. "He's tough to get out and he's got great speed. They're getting a good hitter, and a good fielder too."

The administration at Brighton High School has been busy over the last few months hiring coaches. Over the spring and summer a football coach (Robin Jacobs) and boys' basketball coach (Stan Gatlin) were hired. The last spot to be filled was head baseball coach and the administrators took care of that early last week with the hiring of former Crockett County head coach Michael Wickersham. Called "Wick" by those who know him, Wickersham comes to the Cardinals after a successful four-year run in Alamo. From 2011 to 2014, the Cavaliers went 94-49. The high-water mark was a 30-12 season two years ago that resulted in a berth in the Class AA state tournament. Crockett County finished behind Milan and Dyersburg in last year's District 13-AA tournament. The Cavaliers were averaging about eight wins a season before Wickersham's arrival. "I thought it was time for a career move and to step up to the next level," Wickersham said. "That's why I WICKERSHAM made this decision." Wickersham started his career as an assistant coach at University School of Jackson in 1998 and won a state title there. He was an assistant at Bolton High School before moving on to Crockett County. He replaces Brian Oswalt, who retired from coaching after last season. The two have known each other for years. "It was kind of tough because Brian is a good friend of mine," Wickersham said. "When I heard he was retiring, I said, 'I'm not coming behind someone like you.' The expectations are going to be real high." Wickersham knows the competition will increase with the move from Class 2A Crockett County to Class 3A (the largest class in Tennessee) Brighton. "I'm excited to get working with these kids and get rolling," he said. "I'm excited for the challenge â&#x20AC;Ś I didn't invent the wheel. I'm just a little spoke. I'm going to try and keep the wheel going."

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World Series in Atoka begins Saturday By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Atoka will host the Dixie Girls Softball World Series in two separate age groups. Opening ceremonies are tomorrow night and games begin Saturday morning. Twelve teams in two different ages groups - Debs (15-18) and Angels X-Play (9-10) - will compete at Nancy Lane Memorial Park. The Atoka Angels will play Virginia in their tournament opener Saturday at noon. The Debs will take on Alabama in their first game, also at noon. Peel said the general public is invited to attend the opening ceremonies at the park, which will be free. The players will caravan into the park from Adkison Park, which is across the street from Nancy Lane, and have their names called. Live music will follow and a fireworks display at around 9:15 will end the night. Atoka will field a team in each division. Another team from Tennessee will compete as well as squads from Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Virginia, Oklahoma and Texas. Admission to games is $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Children's tournament passes are $20 and adult passes are $30. Thirty to 40 people are expected to travel with each of the 22 out-of-town teams, meaning nearly 1,000 people are expected to be in town over six days.

The Debs (above) are, from left, standing, Hannah Pinner, Kacie Moses, Shadi Long, Beca Breckenridge, Danielle Bellew, Savannah Sigler, Paige Taylor, Erin Billings and Shady Ross; kneeling, Emily Bunnell, Keri Meadors and A.J. Fortner. Coaches are Matt Meadors, Jody Sigler and Debbie Breckenridge.The Atoka Angels (left) are, from left, Shelby Kendrick, Haley Ray, Isabel Jones, Claire Geiger, McKenzie Billings, Makenzie Craig, Kayla Clement, Erica Wright, Madison Mines, Haley Mason, Myah Wright and Dixie Woods. The team's coaches are Bobby Billings, Michelle Geiger and Joey Craig. Courtesy photos

FOOTBALL PRACTICE UNDERWAY

Sports Happenings Registration is open now until July 31 for Covington Parks and Recreation flag football, which will be held Aug. 16 - Sept. 27. For the $40 registration fee every player receives a flag belt, insurance and an NFL replica jersey to keep. Web pages for each age division (ages 5-16) will also be provided. All leagues are coed. Call 476-3734 for more information.

Above, a group of Brighton linemen run through a drill Tuesday morning during practice. At left, quarterback Austin Kelly works on his timing with the Cardinals' wideouts. Teams begin full-contact practice Monday. Photos by Jeff Ireland

Brighton AYSO has extended registration for the fall 2014 season of soccer. Applications for all players (ages 4-18) and volunteers must be completed online at www.eayso.org . Printed applications and registration fees can be turned in at the Old Brighton High School (66 School St., Brighton) on the following days: July 24, 29 and 31 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and July 26 from 10 a.m. until noon. Cost of the program is $70. Register early as late fees will apply after Aug. 1. New players must show proof of age. For more information call (901) 290-8187.

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Continued from A19 was 10 or 11. He got his nickname "Flap" because when he started boxing he kind of slapped at his opponent, which produced a unique sound. "It was like a flop, flop, flop sound," Rudd said with a laugh. "Eventually flop became flap and that's what we called him." It didn't take long for Glover and assistant coach Jimmy Humphrey to recognize Campbell's natural talent. "He's probably the most talented boxer we've had come through this program, as far just raw talent," Glover said. "He does so many things right. He was easy to teach because he was so talented." Campbell has advanced to several National Golden Gloves events over the years and hasn't lost a fight against a boxer in this part of the county in 12 years or so, according to Glover. For now, Campbell is continuing to travel with USA Boxing as he weighs the pros and cons of turning pro. Rudd was scheduled to fight on ESPN in California this month before his opponent pulled out at the last

NEW LISTING minute. Glover said Banner Promotions, with which Rudd is signed, is currently looking for Rudd's next fight. Meanwhile, the duo works out together often, mentoring younger boxers while trying to push their respective careers to the next level. "He's been a big influence on Anthony and all the other kids you see here," Glover said about Rudd. "He's like another coach." Although Rudd is six years older than Campbell, he says they help each other. "He's done a lot of things in his amateur career that I didn't," Rudd said. "He looks at he way I train, the way I work. I love Anthony and the way he fights. I think he can be of the

best fighters in the world if he works like he's supposed to. I try to give

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