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Mother pleads guilty in 4-year-old's death By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com COVINGTON – A Brighton mother pleaded guilty to the 2008 scalding death of her daughter Tuesday morning. Hands clasped together and feet shackled, 26-yearold Amber Nicole Swayne agreed to a deal that will keep her in prison until at least 2023. “My client wishes to get this behind her, to stop suffering as you can see she is right now,” said defense attorney Jim Schaeffer. “We believe it is in her best interest to do so.” After sustaining second-

and third-degree burns over 41 percent of her body – including her back, buttocks, chest, right leg and right foot – Katlynn Rose Camarillo died at Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 20, 2008. Initially it was Swayne’s boyfriend, Bobby Joseph Jones, who was taken into custody on charges he physically abused Katlynn’s younger sister, but two months after Katlynn’s death, it was Swayne who was indicted for the murder. On Sept. 19, 2008, a specially-called grand jury, the likes of which had not been called since the 1970s, indict-

ed Swayne on the charges of first degree murder and aggravated child abuse. And though she nervously smiled and waved at a family member when she entered the courtroom, Swayne later melted into tears while the evidence against her was read. “Mommy, it’s hot!” Two days before her death, Katlynn was taken to Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton after suffering from scalding burns. Swayne told hospital personnel and investigators it was an accident, that she left Katlynn alone in the bath-

room while she dried her younger daughter off and the 4-year-old ended up in the bathtub with scalding water inside. Swayne told investigators Kaitlynn said, "Mommy, it's hot!" She said she tried to help Katlynn and in the process, the 4-year-old fell down in the water where she received burns to her back, buttocks and chest. Katlynn was airlifted to LeBonheur Children's Medical Center in Memphis Photo by ECHO DAY and then to Shriner's After being sentenced, Amber Children's Hospital in Swayne is led back to a holding Cincinnati, Ohio. cell by Deputy Keith McAnally SEE GUILTY, PAGE A3

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Missing teen found in Frayser By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com

COVINGTON – Police have found a Covington teen who ran away from home on Jan. 2. According to police, 12-year-old Heather Taylor left her Jackson Street home Sunday night at approximately 11 p.m. Det. Pam Ford said the girl’s mother, Cotina

Taylor, discovered she was missing at approximately 11 p.m. Heather reportedly left a note. Following tips phoned in after the story aired on television, Ford said the girl could have traveled as far as West Memphis, Ark. However, Wednesday afternoon she was found walking along Watkins Avenue in Frayser. At press time, there was no word on how

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she got to Memphis or why she ran away. Det. Pam Ford said foul play is not suspected.

Local girls compete for county titles on Saturday By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com

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Beatrice Boyd of Covington enjoys champagne punch at the Noon Year's Eve party at the Covington senior center Thursday.

Ringing in the noon year By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com They brought in 2010 with horns and festive party hats, champagne punch and Auld Lang Syne. But this year they didn't have to stay up late to party. On Thursday afternoon, seniors who attend Covington's senior center, brought in the noon year, counting down to noon rather than midnight. "Let's get this new year started!" cheered program director Kelly West as the party began. West explained the purpose of the event was to include seniors in yearend festivities. "A lot of seniors don't stay up late, so this was an opportunity for them to celebrate with their friends." Enjoying favors – streamers and noisemakers – and games of Wii bowling, seniors were happy to have the opportunity to enjoy New Year's Eve festivities. "We get to have a party and not have to miss sleep," said 83-year-old V.L.

Hubble of Covington. "I don't really stay up late anymore." As the clock ticked and noon drew closer, director Molly Egg began asking party-goers for new year's resolutions. Some vowed to become better people, some wanted to become closer to God or eat better. One resolution involved not losing so much weight. And as they shared their resolutions, many reflected on the year that was ending and shared their hopes for the year that was to come. "It was a good year, but not exciting," said Margaret Willard, 89. "I'm just hopeful for more good health." As the clock struck noon, the horns blew and the streamers flew. Guests cheered on the new year and sang a farewell to 2009. The event was a success and many hope to ring in 2011 in the same way. "I would like another party," Willard said. "I hope I'm around." The Tipton County Commission on Aging and the Covington senior center is located at 401 S. College Street in Covington. Visit them online at www. tiptonaging.org.

The historic Ruffin Theater will be the site of beauty and poise this weekend and the public is invited. The first-ever Little Miss Tipton County Pageant will be held Saturday, Jan. 9 at 9 a.m. at the historic Ruffin Theater in Covington. The Miss Tipton County Teen and Miss Junior Teen Tipton County Pageant will be held later that night at 7 p.m. Both events are fundraisers for the Miss Tipton County Scholarship Pageant which will be held in August. “This is a wonderful opportunity for girls to earn scholarships for college, as well as learn leadership and public speaking skills and boost their confidence,” said Miss Tipton County executive director Mary Gail Elam, adding the Miss Tipton County Scholarship pageant awards $5,000 each year to those crowned. Little Miss Tipton County Pageant is for girls from birth to 12-years-old, and is divided into five age groups. Baby Miss Tipton County is for ages birth to one, Tiny Miss Tipton County is ages 2 to 3, Petite Miss Tipton County is for 4-5 year olds, Little Miss Tipton County for ages 6 thru 9 and girls 10

through 12 will compete for Pre-Teen Miss Tipton County. There are 21 young ladies competing for one of the five titles up for grabs at the premier Little Miss Tipton County pageant and it’s not too late to participate, said Elam. “We will accept walk-ins for the Little Miss pageant,” stated Elam. “They just have to come dressed in the attire they want to be judged in.” To participate in the Little Miss Tipton County, contestants must pay the $20 entry fee, plus $5 for each additional category they want to be judged in. The application may be filled out at the pageant. Pageant board members hope that by establishing the Little Miss Tipton County, girls will become involved and stay involved in the various pageants throughout their lives. “Many girls as they get older start to concentrate on sports and outside activities,” said Elam. “The pageant is a great opportunity to earn scholarships for college. Hopefully, by starting them younger, they will enjoy the experience and want to continue to compete for Miss Tipton County.” Each girl will be judged on their atSEE TITLES, PAGE A2

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Detectives investigating Poplar Grove Cemetery theft, vandalism By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com DRUMMONDS – Detectives are investigating recent vandalism and thefts at a local cemetery, officials with the sheriff's office announced Tuesday. Last month, several tombstones at Poplar Grove Cemetery, located in the 200 block of Quito-Drummonds Road, were vandalized. Additionally, a marble monument bearing the name Mary Pennel and N.A. Pennel, which was erected in 1896, was stolen. Detectives believe the theft and vandalism occurred between Dec.

1-12, 2009. They are currently seeking help in locating the stolen monument and identifying the people responsible. According to church officials there are no living relatives to replace the stolen grave marker, said Deputy Chief Donna Turner. Detectives have some leads in the case and are processing evidence recovered from the scene. Anyone having information in this case is asked to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 901-4753300, Central Dispatch after hours at 901-475-4300, phone in tips at 901475-3007 or e-mail tips to sheriff@ tiptonco.com.

Tipton County teens are vying for the titles. Continued from Page A1 Hopeful contestants will be judged on their tire and presentation. casual wear, introduction They may also choose to and evening gown and be judged in additional categories of photogenic, stage question. Young ladies competing for Miss personality and smile. Beginning later that Teen Tipton County will evening at 7 p.m., the also be judged on their Ruffin Theater will be private interview. Last year’s winners, the setting for the 13th Miss Junior Teen Tipannual Miss Teen and ton County, Haley Best, Miss Junior Teen Tipton daughter of Shanon and County Pageant. Twenty

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Norma Best of Atoka, and Kim Townsend, daughter of Connie Townsend and Bill Townsend, also of Atoka, will crown the 2010 winners. Both pageants are open to the public and tickets are $5. Contact Mary Gail Elam at 476-9613 for more information or to volunteer with the Tipton County Scholarship Pageant or to become a board member.

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Pay for 'stop loss' available for service members By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com There are two words a military member nearing the end of his or herº service obligation never wants to hear – stop loss. But, thanks to Congress, those who have been effected by stop loss are now being compensated for the trouble. Stop loss, created by Congress after the Vietnam War, is the involuntary extension of a service member’s active duty service contract. Title 10, United States Code, Section 12305(a) states: “... the President may suspend any provision of law relating to promotion, retirement, or separation applicable to any member of the armed forces who the President determines is essential to the national security of the United States.” Additionally, the Armed Forces Enlistment Contract, DD Form 4/1, states: “In the event of war, my enlistment in the Armed Forces continues until six (6) months after the war ends, unless the en-

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

Soldiers with Charlie Battery 1st Battalion, 377th Field Artillery Regiment, fire an M198, 155mm howitzer during a combined-arms live-fire exercise.

listment is ended sooner by the President of the United States.” Between Sept. 11, 2001 to Sept. 30, 2009, approximately 185,000 service members from all military branches were involuntarily extended. Congress is now trying to appease service members and their families for their continued sacrifices and compensate them for their involuntary extensions.

GUILTY Continued from Page A1 She died on July 20, 2008, just one week after her fourth birthday. Inconsistencies The investigation into Katlynn's death, however, revealed the injuries were not consistent with Swayne's story. "Based on a description of how it happened and the type of burns, the type of demarcations, the type of splash, the [doctor's] opinion was that it wasn't accidental," assistant district attorney general Walt Freeland reported. The second- and third-degree burns, which covered 41 percent of her body, were consistent with water being poured on the child's back and chest. Splashing, Freeland said, would be consistent with a fall. "There was controlled immersion, no splash marks," he said. "The child was forced into scald-

Military personnel affected by stop loss orders can now apply for special retroactive payments to compensate for their extended enlistments. Approved by Congress in the 2009 War Supplemental Appropriations Act, the program will provide $500 for each month that a service member served under stop loss since Sept. 11, 2001. “Our service members and their fami-

ing water … she did not willingly subject herself to the water." Further, Freeland said, the scalding was intentional in nature and the manner of her death was not accidental. After being indicted, Swayne admitted to investigators she poured water on Katlynn. "All homicides are troubling but the death of a child is the most troubling for everyone involved in determining who is responsible for the taking of a human life,” said Sheriff J.T. "Pancho" Chumley. Tuesday morning, Swayne pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of reckless homicide, a Class D felony, and aggravated child abuse. Swayne was given the minimum sentence for each charge – two years for reckless homicide and 15 years for aggravated child abuse. Swayne will serve the sentences concurrently and will receive credit for the 15 months she has served since being indicted. It was a deal Freeland called "a fair settlement for the state and a

lies have made great sacrifices to serve their country,” said U.S. Congressman John Tanner, TN D-8, a veteran of the U.S. Navy and the Tennessee National Guard. “Many times, their enlistments were extended involuntarily or their retirements were put on hold because of the strain that was placed on the Armed Forces.”

Jones, Darrell L. Born: 3/4/1969 2255 Nelson Road Brighton, TN 3801 Charge: Aggravated Stalking

Maclin, Nathaniel Born: 1/12/1958 258 Charleston-Mason Road Stanton, TN 38069 Charge: Possession of a controlled substance

Poindexter, Corey D. Born: 7/1/1982 6180 Gainesville Road Mason TN 38049 Charge: Resisting arrest

Redding, Paul H. Born: 9/20/1970 3755 Station Way Memphis TN 36047 Charge: Forgery, failure to appear

Smith, Yolanda R. Born: 4/9/1984 224 Haynie Street Covington TN 38019 Charge: Forgery. worthless checks

Taitano, Mark A. Born: 12/21/1966 67 Zackary Lane Brighton TN 38011 Charge: Felony failure to appear

Williams, James D. Born: 5/6/1977 4633 Valley Stream Memphis TN 38128 Charge: DUI 1st offense

Mason, Frederick A. Born: 11/17/1983 449 Azalea Covington TN 38019 Charge: Aggravated assault with injury

McCane, Jason L. Born: 1/23/1983 1505 Sunnyside Drive Brighton, TN 38011 Charge: Forgery

Smith, Ronnie E. Born: 9/18/1977 4885 Sigler #39 Millington TN 38053 Charge: Theft over $1000

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fair settlement for the defendant." She will be eligible for release in 2023. “I commend the tireless hours that were spent on this investigation," said Sheriff J.T. "Pancho" Chumley. "It was all possible with the combined efforts of the Brighton Police Department, sheriff’s office detectives and the Department of Children Services investigators," Chumley said. After Swayne was sentenced, detectives who investigated the case left the courtroom satisfied Swayne will serve time in prison after killing her daughter. "I hope that Amber Swayne is haunted by the screams of Katlynn, however today Katlynn had the last shout," said Tipton County Sheriff's Office Deputy Chief Donna Turner. If convicted of first-degree murder, Swayne faced life in prison. Her other children – a 4-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old son – are in the custody of the Dept. of Children's Services.

Notice of Public Meeting TVA to Hold Open House on Proposed Transmission Line TVA will hold an open house to gather public input on plans for a proposed transmission line that is needed to provide a reliable source of power to the Burlison, Tennessee, area. The proposed project consists of about seven miles of 161-kilovolt transmission line extending northwest from TVA’s existing ShelbyCovington No. 1 161-kV line to the proposed Burlison Substation, located near the intersection of Highway 59 and Garland Drive in Burlison. The map shows the location of the substation and the alternative line routes that TVA is studying. A PDF map and additional information can be found at www.tva.com/power/projects.

Do you know who killed Johnny Poole? Your information may be worth up to $1,000 in cash!

On Oct. 25, 1988, Johnny Poole's partially burned body was found in a pickup truck near the boat landing at Piljerk, near the Hatchie River in Tipton County. The 23-year-old Poole had also been shot in the back.

TVA will provide additional information on the project and the alternative routes for the line at an open house to be held Thursday, January 21, from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. CST at the Chamber Center, 101 West Court Square, Covington, Tennessee.

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TVA representatives will be available at the open house to provide information and answer questions about the project. Large maps showing the alternative transmission line routes will be available. TVA is interested in receiving comments on how this project may affect the environment and/or historic properties and any other issues associated with this proposal. Comments will be used in reaching a decision on locating the preferred route for the line. Any written comments received, including names and addresses, will become part of the administrative record and will be available for public inspection. If you cannot attend the meeting but have questions or comments, please contact Chris Austin. Written comments can be sent to TVA at the address below no later than February 22, 2010. If you have special needs, please contact Tanya Adams at the toll-free number at least ﬁve days before the meeting.

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Finding solutions, not resolutions for the new year Each year the majority of us find ourselves making New Year’s resolutions we can’t or don’t keep. And if you think about it, that’s really a rotten way to start off a new year. Last week I took a couple of much needed days off and I went to my favorite beauty salon to have my hair done. It’s like being around family there and we started taking about how our holidays had been and what our plans for the new year were. One lady said, “We shouldn’t think of it as a New Year’s resolution, but a New Year’s solution.” You know what? I think she’s on to something. Instead of focusing on the same resolutions made year after year, which, may have been too specific and sets one up for failure right from the get-go, why not look at this year’s solutions a bit differently and put yourself in a position for success? The past few years have been stressful and difficult for of families – unemployJUST MY VIEW a lot ment, bankruptcy, forecloSHERRI O NORATI sures – enough to make you just want to throw in the towel. But if we persevere, put our faith in God and focus on fresh, innovative and broad-based solutions to every day issues, perhaps we will know 2010 as the year of great success. Taking the hard lessons I’ve learned in 2009 to heart, I’ve come up with five flexible New Year’s solutions to help me get ahead in 2010: • Buy what you can easily afford or absolutely need, not necessarily what you want. Picture yourself with your purchase three months, six months, a year, even five years down the road. Does it have long-term value, or is it an impulse purchase? Is it an essential, or is it just stuff? If it came into your home, is there something you could give up in return to keep the clutter in your life at a minimum? • If it’s too good to be true, it is. Avoid it at all costs. A real ‘happily ever after’ doesn’t come your way without hard work, prolonged effort, and quid pro quo (this for that – a fair exchange of goods or services). If someone’s willing to give you a $350,000 mortgage and you’re currently unemployed, it’s too good to be true and you should run the other way as fast as you can! • Practice the 48 hour rule – sleep on it for a couple of nights. If you’re contemplating a purchase, trying to make an important decision, or involved in a heated argument, don’t do anything for two days or even longer. The cooling off period gives you a chance to return to a more rational state before you decide, and it can provide a taste of how it will be to live with – or without – what it is that’s confronting you. • Are you doing it for you – or for the approval/ attention of others? Would you still make the same purchase, take a job or project, vacation at a certain location, if nobody knew you were doing it? If no one could ever see that expensive handbag on your shoulder or those to-die-for shoes on your feet, would they still make you happy? • It doesn’t need to be new to be new to you. Some of the best pieces of clothing in my closet or furniture in my home were previously owned by someone else. It’s a way to afford enduring, goodquality items on a limited budget and still indulge yourself. It’s also very practical, especially in today’s economy. There are no great revelations above. Just a few simple observations gleaned from my own experiences and the advice and example of others. It’s amazing to feel the optimism and hope that 2010 is ushering in, even as many of us are still facing stiff challenges and real problems. These are times that call for solutions, not resolutions. May one or more of the above guide you in the year ahead.

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Readers' Views Known to but a few I logged onto the Internet today and one of the stories they were pushing was the usual endof-the-year ‘celebrities’ we lost in 2009. There were images of Michael Jackson, pitchman Billy Mays, and various other famous and infamous personalities and characters that Americans seem to drool over their every move and word. As many of you, I was sometimes surprised to find out that some of these people I thought had died years ago! Some I didn’t even know and some I didn’t really care. I was amazed at the media frenzy over Michael Jackson’s death, memorial, and funeral. There was even a story with photos of Socks, the Clinton’s cat while in the Whitehouse! But, sadly not one mention of any of the American heroes who died fighting for the rights and freedoms that most of these departed celebrities enjoyed. I want to tell you about three of these heroes that were known but to a few but made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy. These brave men died together in an instant in Wardak, Afghanistan on Sunday morning Aug. 2, 2009. I was honored and privileged to know these men and share part of their short lives. CPT. Ronald Luce, known to all of us simply as “Ron,” was an unassuming man willing to share his knowledge and learn from others. He would always joke about being afraid and tell how he was going to hide under a blast blanket the first time we made contact, sucking his thumb and crying like a little girl with skinned knees. His actions, in reality were far different than his jokes of combat. Every mission he went on, like a leader, he was always in the front. He was constantly at the forefront of training and always pushed for realism in training. His knowledge of tactics and techniques was immense and he used it to Brian Blackley – Publisher publisher@covingtonleader.com

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ticed a peculiar change of attitudes and behaviors of the liberal Democrats in Congress. It seemed more than the usual celebration of the acquisition of power- “Happy days are here again,” ect., ect. No, there has been more to it than that. For me, it brought back memories of high-school days. We had a phrase for this kind of behavior. It was called “brownnose,” and all but the very sheltered knew the meaning. Some of the more creative among us put this phrase to music. To the tune of a college fight song, lyrics were added that expressed this behavior: “he wears a brown ring around his nose and every day it grows and grows.” Sometimes merely whistling the tune at the appropriate time served the intended purpose of exposure. Mr. Webster has a word for this behavior. That word is obsequious: “showing too great a willingness to serve or obey. Fawning.” It defines the un-manly behavior of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid as he purchased votes to pass an unread and ill-conceived piece of legislature. In the name of urgency he garnered enough half-hearted support for a heath-care bill that won’t be effective until 2013. And why? Because Mr. Obama said so, that’s why! “Don’t read it –just sign it!” What many supporters saw as zeal and diligence displayed by Reid, the vast majority of us saw as obsequious. I am glad I found this good word! It provides an appropriate description of an uncomplimentary behavior. This same behavior was prevalent in the media coverage of candidate Obama. We were deprived of any real information about Senator Obama in deference to political correctness. This deference became the media’s modus operandi throughout the “08 presidential campaign. The fawning and overSee LETTERS on A5 Front Desk Teri Jennings

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Viking warrior attitude was expressed each and every day. What a man does in life is what defines him and like General Patton, Sev was born in the wrong time. He was constantly challenging the team to think like a hunter in order to gain a tactical advantage over the enemy. During our first enemy contact, he personally ran down 800 meters of IED wire during an ambush and caught the triggerman with the aid of an infantry fire team. The warrior code that he lived by and the spirit he expressed will be missed as will his passion for living as a true warrior. Sev was 44 years old and leaves his wife Tammy and three daughters; Jessica 18, Shelby, 13, and Sarah 4.

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further the knowledge of the team in order to give us an advantage over our enemy. His planning process and knowledge gave the team a distinct edge in preparing for every mission. After our first contact his professionalism and pride in work showed in the performance of his team. Ron’s quick smile and easy style will always be remembered and shall forever remain in our hearts. Ron was 27 years old and leaves behind his wife Kendahl and 5 year old daughter Carrie. SFC Alejandro (The Hispanic Causing Panic) Granado, known to all of us by two names Alex and Al, the latter of which we knew he disliked but would use it to poke fun at him. He is the only man with whom the team had to constantly vet everything he said before believing him. His love of a good joke and leading one on wild goose chases was a constant source of hilarity on the team. His sense of humor was equaled by his sense of professionalism outside the wire. His ability to take in the battlefield and quickly assess what needed to be done was remarkable. During our first contact of this OEF (Operation Enduring Freedom) rotation, his presence of mind helped to save the lives of over forty civilians by removing them from the line of fire while at the same time he exposed himself to enemy fire. His presence on the team was a rock from which the rest of the team was able to build a solid foundation on. In the words of our Hispanic Causing Panic, “I mean, I’m not saying, I’m just saying.” Alex was 42 years old and leaves two sons, Alejandro; 23, and Hasson; 21, and one daughter, Amanda 19. SFC Severin “Sev” Summers is best known on the team for his love of hunting and outdoor living. He was the constant hunter and had tasted about every animal on the planet. His

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Hospital makes $60K donation By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com In an effort to support secondary education program, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton recently made a donation to help sustain a local nursing program. On Monday, the hospital donated $60,000 to Dyersburg State Community College in an effort to help support the fledgling nursing program. "This will help with faculty salaries and equipment for our nursing program," Dr. Karen Bowyer, DSCC's president, said. "We wouldn't have been able to start the program without Baptist's help."

This year is the fifth the hospital has donated to the school and administrator Skipper Bondurant said it wouldn't be the last. "We'll continue to help as long as we can." The hospital, located half a mile north of the college, employs many nurses who have graduated from the program and offers clinical rotations and internships to nursing students. The first set of 25 graduates in the regular registered nurse class and 15 graduates in the licensed practical nurse to RN Fast Track Program received their associate degrees in December 2008.

We sho' got in a mess

Now all I know is what I read and hear. Of course, just because someone tells you something don’t necessarily make it so. But, I was fortunate enough to get a sack full of my school housing from the intelligence committee at Mr. Ben’s mercantile front porch. The philosophers kept in tune with the happenings all over the world. If there was something that didn't set just right with them some way or ‘nuther’ they’d find a solution quick. If the weather was too hot? Mr. Harber emphasized, “well, don’t worry it’ll cool off pretty soon.” Of course, we might wait ’til October. They had an answer. Senator Joseph, Mr. and Mrs. McCarthy’s little boy, was trying to prove there were communists invading the United States of our America. If he had looked in the House and Senate, he would have found a bunch of commies, the way they were treating my pore farmers. When he couldn’t locate any, finally his liver just gave out on him. Neighbor, if Senator Estes had turned his coon skin cap around and gotten the flopping tail out of his eyes he would have seen what was going on. But no, he was trying to make a name for himself and let my ‘pore’ ole country farmers suffer. Yes sir,

General Dwight D. and Mamie were parading around on floats and convertibles saluting when they should have been taking care of biz’ness. Did the General know what was going on? I’ll bet the boy had never chunked a bale of hay or chopped a row of cotton in his life. Yes ma’m, Mamie had an Ipana smile, but could she make cat heads or pluck a chicken? What did they know about country folks? Absolutely nuthin’. Friends, poor ole Adlai was lost in the middle of the Illinois cornfields and the only thing he ever accomplished, was to tromp down a bunch of corn stalks trying to find his way to Washington. Adlai wanted to be King of the Unites Stated real, real bad. Once he said he was prepared to wait until Hades froze over. Neighbor that's a long, long time. He must still be sitting on a gum stump waiting, ’cause he ain’t the czar just yet. This whole thing started several years before and I’m sure by accident. Herbert wanted to put two chickens in every pot and two Fordson trucks in every

garage. Beloved that sounds good, but how many pullets would be left to lay some hen fruit? Not many, that's for sure. Henry was churning out those solid black horseless carriages in Detroit as fast as he could, but no way could you get two under a tractor shed. Now I don’t know, as I wasn’t around then, but Herbert got things turned bottomside uppards! Franklin D. came along and found jobs for some of the country folks with the C. C. C. and W. P. A. programs. (Country Club Cousins and We Piddle Around) Yes sir, you know he was a Democrat ’cause he helped the working men in the South! F. D. R. and Eleanor would get on the radio, sit by the crackling fire and talk to folks just like he was in their living rooms or corn cribs and he got their confidence. Where would my great American Senior citizens be without their Social Security? Things were looking up. But wait. Don’t get too excited as always a red fox is lurking near the henhouse and we eventually discover….. Pitiful, pitiful…. GLORY!

LETTERS

ing Congress so inept and lacking in character who are in adoration-mode of a clueless president whose major entry to his resume is that of community organizer. We have a president who is artfully ambiguous with his eloquent speeches, but lacks the advantage of common sense. Another point is We, the people had better get our heads from the sane and take back the reins of our government before its too late. And the third point is these politicians are depending on our traditional short memories during the next ten months before election day, Nov. 2, 2010. Our Constitution is being ignored. The people who are opposed to the administrations policies are being ignored – except for being labeled racists, Nazis and other unkind names. The Obama supporters exclaim “give the man time –he’s been President for less than a year.” I say we’ve had all his hope and change we can stand for now. It is much like the dog hugging the skunk – not precisely what he wanted but definitely all he can stand for now. Why are we bogged down with pork-laden stimulus and health-care issues when so many people are out of work? Bill Clinton’s campaign slogan, “it’s the economy,” couldn’t be more apropos than now. Why are we considering a “cap and trade” bill? This is an economy-stifling bit of left-wing legislation that will close businesses as our unemployment exceeds 10 percent.

We need true hope and change. Hope we don’t forget these fawning Representatives that are overly willing to follow and obey the president rather than voice the will of the People. And change to a Conservative-Majority Congress. All the House seats will be affected and one third of the Senate will be determined on Nov. 2, 2010. Remember that date as possibly the most important date in our history. That date is the day of mid-term elections, or house-cleaning day. That’s hope and change we can believe in. Bill Wallace Covington

Continued from Page A4 willingness to serve and obey was duly noted by most of us but the uninformed prevailed in the final tally. Chris Mathews’ comment on MSNBC epitomizes this behavior: “a thrill runs up and down my leg when I hear him (Obama) speak.” Because the vote-brokering on the health-care bill was done behind close doors, we will not know if it was “brownnosing” or out right Chicago politics that swayed Senator Ben Nelson’s key vote. But we do know the result of that meeting. Nelson of Nebraska, became a willing accomplice to the administrations campaign towards Socialism. He chose political expediency over his convictions about abortion. In return for his single vote for the healthcare debacle, he was provided free Medicare for his state. Though his vote sealed the passage of the bill, Senator Ben, however, is not the only one with stains on his nose. Senators Lincoln of Arkansas and Landrieu of Louisiana seem to share this fawning political expediency. Landrieu received millions of dollars for her single vote. An antonym for obsequious would be integrity, or in the case of members of Congress, statemanship... While re-reading my notes and practicing the correct pronunciation of this descriptive word, I am reminded that I have not adequately made my point of this letter. Actually, there are three points. We have a fawn-

Accepting the $60,000 donation from Baptist-Tipton were, at left, Tina Morris and DSCC President Dr. Karen Bowyer. Also pictured are Baptist-Tipton Administrator Skipper Bondurant and nursing director Sheila Fleming. Photo by Echo Day

SERVICE Continued from Page A3 The original program called for the compensation of approximately 12,000 service members affected during fiscal year 2009 at a cost of $72 million, but Defense Supplemental P.L. 111-32 appropriated an additional $534.4 million to expand the special pay program and make it retroactive to Sept. 11, 2001. The Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay is now available to service members who had their enlistments extended or retirements suspended due to stop loss between Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30, 2009. “Our commitment to honoring our men and women in uniform and those who have returned home after serving our Armed Forces remains strong,” said Tanner. “With these special payments, we are sending the message that we recognize their sacrifices and greatly appreciate their service.”

Service members and family members of deceased service members can apply for the payments from now until Oct. 21, 2010. Claim forms and more information are available online or by email: • For the Army visit https://www.stoplosspay.army.mil • For the active duty Air Force visit http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/stoploss • For Air Force Guard and Reserve visit https://arpc.afrc.af.mil/vPC-GR/ StopLoss_Intro.asp • For the Marine Corps visit https:// www.manpower.usmc.mil/portal/page?_ pageid=278,8649457&_dad=portal&_ schema=PORTAL or call toll free 1-877-242-2830 • For the Navy email NXAG_N132C@ navy.mil or call (901) 874-4433 or complete the stop loss application found at http://alt.dtic.mil/whs/directives/infomgt/forms/eforms/dd2944.pdf

A political kamikaze mission toward a historic mistake By LAMAR ALEXANDER Special to The Leader There’s been a lot of talk lately about “making history” on health care. The problem is, there are different kinds of history. In this case, the Democratic majority seems determined to pursue a political kamikaze mission towards a historic mistake. If they succeed, the result will be disastrous for Democrats in 2010, and, unfortunately, even worse for our country. This wouldn’t be Congress’ first historic mistake. The Smoot-Hawley tariff of 1930 to “Buy American” sounded like a good way to protect jobs by keeping out cheaper foreign products. Historians agree it was a mistake, setting off waves of retaliatory tariffs and making the Great Depression worse. The Alien and Sedition Act of 1798 sounded good, too. The idea was: Let’s protect the county from enemies in our midst (then, mostly French) by making it a crime to publish scandalous writing. That turned out to be another historic mistake, encouraging more protest and violating our traditions of free speech. In 1969 Congress enacted the “millionaires’ tax” to catch 155 rich Americans who paid no taxes. This year, this Alternative Minimum Tax caught 28 million taxpayers—before Congress passed another one-year patch to fix it. More recently, there was the “Catastrophic Coverage Act of 1988” to help seniors deal with financial losses. Trouble is, seniors resented paying for it. An angry crowd surrounded the Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee at his home district. Congress repealed this historic mistake and the leader of the angry seniors is now a congresswoman from Illinois. Then in 1991 there was the “luxury tax” on boats costing more than $100,000. This turned out to be another historic mistake. It raised only half the projected $31 million in revenue while nearly sinking the domestic boat industry and costing 7,600 American jobs. A chastened Congress also repealed that one. Rather than make history of this sort, Congress should learn from history. Slow down, take a deep breath and get it right. On Monday, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger offered this advice con-

cerning the current health care bill: “So I would say be very careful to the federal government before you go to bed with all this. Let’s rethink it. There’s no rush from one second to the next. Let’s take another week or two and come up with the right package.” Governor Schwarzenegger, like almost every governor, is worried about new costs imposed on states by the health care bill’s expansion of Medicaid. “This last thing we need,” he said, “is another $3 billion of [state] spending when we already have a $20 billion deficit.” Tennessee’s Democratic Governor Phil Bredesen has called this Medicaid expansion “the mother of all unfunded mandates.” No one doubts that Democratic Members of Congress sincerely want to improve health care. But they are biting off more than we can chew. It is historic arrogance to believe that we in Congress are wise enough to take an entire health care system that involves17 percent of our economy and serves 300 million people and know how to fix it all at once. The one thing we can be sure of is that if this bill should pass, the law of unintended consequences will produce unwelcome results from higher taxes, higher premiums, Medicare cuts, an increase in the federal debt and large new costs passed on to struggling states. For example, the Medicaid expansion will surely increase state taxes or college tuitions, or both. There is a better approach. Instead of trying to change the entire system, we should set a clear goal—reducing costs— and go step by step toward that goal to re-earn the trust of the American people. Republicans have suggested that the first five steps should be to: allow small business health plans that would permit smaller companies to pool their resources to offer health insurance; reduce junk lawsuits against doctors; allow competition for insurance across state lines; encourage wellness and prevention; and attack waste, fraud and abuse. We have offered legislation to take each of these steps. Once we take these steps, we could then take five more. And what if Congress, in trying to fix everything at once, gets it wrong? Rushing back to fix the health care sector again because Congress made another historic mistake won’t be nearly as easy as repealing a boat tax.

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Spiritual Food – The Power Of The Tongue By Kim Brown “It was for freedom that Christ has set us free” (Galatians 5:1) Are you in bondage to poverty? Are you in bondage to sickness? Are you in bondage to worry and depression? Are you in bondage to an addiction? – God wants to set you free from these things. Satan’s desire is to keep us enslaved. He does this by stealing our power. Our power is the Word of God. If Satan can keep us from reading the Bible, then he can keep us from knowing God’s promises to us. Satan steals from us in many ways, but one of the ways is through our tongue (what we speak). The tongue has the power to bless, or it has the power to curse. Most Christians do not realize the power that God has given them. When Jesus died on the Cross He said, “It is finished”. Jesus did all he needed to do when he died on the Cross. When Jesus ascended into heaven He said He must go so that He could send us a helper. He sent the Holy Spirit – - God’s very own Spirit – - to give us POWER! Acts 1:8 states:“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you”. If Christians have power, then why are so many living defeated lives? It is because they have not been taught how to tap into God’s power.We receive power by speaking God’s Word. Words have power. Speaking God’s words have the power to bless where speaking Satan’s words have the power to curse. Proverbs 18: 21 tells us: “The tongue has the power of life and death”. God’s words operate only in faith and Satan’s words operate only in fear. God’s power is activated by faith words. God expects us to confess what we believe. Jesus is not going to speak these words for us, however. He expects us to do it. He gave us the power of the Holy Spirit and he expects us to use it. When you expect Jesus to defeat the enemy in your life, you are asking him to be nailed to the Cross again. He defeated

Satan, once and for all! We exercise our faith by what we speak. Satan wants to devour God’s people and the only way he can accomplish that is if we allow him. Satan can not devour anyone he pleases. He can only devour those who don’t resist him with faith. Faith activates God’s power as revealed in Romans 10:17 which says: “Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God”. Don’t listen to the world. The world will depress you and steal your faith. The world will tell you you’re about to lose your job, or the economy is crumbling, or even your cancer is incurable. Faith is not based on what you see. Faith is based on what you don’t see. Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as: “ . . . the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen”. Don’t speak what you see, speak God’s promises! Don’t look to the government to prosper you. The world’s economy does not determine your prosperity, God does! We are not in the world’s economy, but in God’s economy. God wants to prosper you financially. Though some believe that God only wants to prosper us in the next life, that is not what He said: Proverbs 11:31 tells us: “The righteous receive their due on earth”. Also God wants to prosper you physically. God always heals his people! ALWAYS! You may say: “But my mother was a Christian and she died of cancer. But God did not heal her”. YES HE DID. If she was a Christian, through Christ’ sacrifice she received the ultimate healing. God healed her permanently. She will never suffer from cancer again because she is with the Lord. Some may say this answer is a “cop out”. Some may say; “Then every one who dies is healed”. That is Satan’s lie. God only heals His people. If an unbeliever dies of cancer, they will continue suffering from that cancer after death. Satan won’t remove that cancer just because they die. So the next time you speak, remember God’s Word and choose yours carefully.

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Obituaries Rivers Cullum Poole

Shirley Ann Moore

Larry Wayne Corder

Sept. 7, 2009 - Dec. 31, 2009

May 20, 1939 - Dec. 30, 2009

Feb. 22, 1938 - Dec. 29, 2010

Rivers Cullum Poole, 3 1/2 months old, of Burlison, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2009 at her home. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010 in the chapel of Covington Funeral Home with interment in Ravenscroft Cemetery. She is survived by her parents, Misti Lavelle and Rickey Poole; three brothers, Johnathan Poole, Rickey Poole, Jr., and Bradley Poole; three sisters, Zowie Lavelle, Chevi Jo Poole and Alyssa Poole; her grandparents, J. R. Lavelle of Burlison, Lavada and Mike Turner of Olive Branch, MS, and Rickey and Diane Poole of Memphis; her great grandparents, Mary Jo Lavelle of Brighton, Janice and Stan Daniels of Munford and Gean and Marion Byrd of Atoka; two uncles and one aunt. She was preceded in death by great grandparents Hildred Lavelle and Leroy and Winne Poole. The family requests that any memorials be made to the C.A.S.A. of Tipton County (through the Justice Center). Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

Shirley Ann Moore, 70, of Brighton, succumbed to severe complications brought on by a stroke on Dec. 30 at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis. She was born on May 20, 1939 in Colorado Springs, Colo. to Carl E. Wills and Letha M. Smith. She is survived by daughters, Teresa L. Devoy and Ramona Crank of Colorado Springs; a son, Richard Moore of Brighton; five grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren; brothers, Cecil and Carl Wills, dear friend, Jean Kearns and let’s not forget her loving pet pomeranian, Louis. Cremation will be handled by the Roller Funeral Home in Memphis. She was a small, but powerful woman. Her smile brought joy to those she met and her laughter could mesmerize those who were graced to hear it. She lived her life to the fullest and will be missed by all that were blessed to know her. We love you mom. See you soon. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

Viola M. Delaney Dec. 22, 1942 - Jan. 2, 2010

Ernest W. Cayson Date of Death - Dec. 28, 2009 Ernest W. Cayson, 63, of Munford, formerly of Memphis, retired service technician for Cayson Door Co., died at his residence. Services were Dec. 31 at Munford Funeral HomeMunford Chapel. Burial was in Helen Crigger Cemetery. He was a member of Covington Church of Christ, an Army veteran and loved his dog Dee and cat, Pearl Lee. He is survived by his spouse, Peggy Lynn Cayson; daughters, Wendy Weiland of Machesney Park, Ill., Lisa Marshall of Atoka, Jennifer Maharrey of Munford and Shelly Gourley of Burlison; his father, Bonnie B. Cayson of Bartlett; a sister, Judy Dunn of Lakeland and a brother, Bobby Cayson of Millington; and 13 grandchildren. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

Margaret O. Gurley Aug. 29, 1926 - Jan. 1, 2010 Margaret O. Gurley, 83, of Mason, an inspector for Schering Plough, died at Baptist Memphis. Born in Newbern, she was a member of First Baptist Church, Mason. Services were Jan. 4 at Maley-Yarbrough chapel with Rev. Mike Melton officiating. Burial was in Covington Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her sons, Joe (Brooksie) Gurley of Mason, and Jimmy (Kim) Gurley of Covington; grandchildren, Sean, Kevin, Jennifer, Courtney, Justin; two step-grandchildren, Jeremy and Tyler; sisters, Virginia Bryant of Gallatin, and Nelda Wiggins of Murray, Ky., and Sue Perry of Paris. and two greatgrandchildren, Michael and Bradley. She was preceded in death by her spouse, William L. Gurley. The family requests that memorials be sent to the Lion’s Club. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

Julian Bomar Feb. 2, 1937 - Dec. 26, 2009 Julian Bomar was born in Tipton County on Feb. 2, 1937 the son of the late Seldon and Rebecca Bomar. On June 3, 1955 he was united in marriage to Glynn Harchfield, who survives. He was 72 years old. Mr. Bomar was the owner of Bomar Heating and Air. He was a greeter for Walmart in Savannah. He was a veteran of the Tennessee National Guard and a member of Calvary Baptist Church, past member of Morris Chapel Ruritan and member of Lost Dutchman Mining Association. Services were held Dec. 29 at Campground Methodist Church in Munford with Jimmy Cates officiating. Burial was in Helen Crigger Cemetery in Munford. Shackelford Funeral Directors in Savannah was in charge of the arrangements. Other than his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Paula Suzanne Bomar of Chattanooga; a son, David Paul Bomar of Memphis; four grandchildren, Joshua Douglas Gray, Bethany Suzanne Gray, Kimberly Clark and Amanda Sanders; two great-grandchildren, Joshua Payton Todd, and Mackenzie Sanders; two sisters, Mary Katherine Mills of Millington and Peggy Vandouser of Vermillion, Ohio; two brothers, Gwin Bomar of Horn Lake, Miss., and Al Bomar of Florida;. Mr. Bomar was also preceded in death by one son, Jimmy Clyde Bomar and two brothers, Reuben and Robert Bomar. Memorials may be sent to American Lung Association. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

Viola M. Delaney, 67, of Drummonds, died in Drummonds. Born in Memphis, she was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Atoka. A memorial service was held on Jan. 6 at Faith Baptist Church. She is survived by her sons, Jimmy (Linda) McIntosh of Drummonds and Wallace (Lisa) McTntosh of Atoka; sisters, Sally Heimburg of Memphis, Diane Harrison of Memphis, Judy Neasby of Memphis and Penny Materna of Atoka; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

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Larry Wayne Corder, 71, of Saulsbury, passed away Dec. 29, 2009 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. Services were Dec. 31, 2009 at Saulsbury Baptist Church with Doug Baker and Virgil Presley officiating. Burial and graveside services were at Walton Cemetery in Covington with Charles Jeter officiating. The husband of Evie May Johnson Corder, who survives, he served as a Baptist Minister for 47 years. He was born February 22, 1938, to the late Floyd Alexander “Buck” Corder and Willie Mae Whitehorn Corder. He received his bachelor ofaArts degree in 1970 at Grand Canyon College in Phoenix, Ariz. and was in the Tennessee National Guard. He ministered at Oak Grove in Moscow, Hickory Grove in Moscow, 10 years at Saulsbury, New Hope in Pocahontas, Gibson, Camden, and Ripley. He was a native of Memphis, spent 17 years in Saulsbury, and lived in West Tennessee since 1973. In addition to his wife, who he married Sept. 28, 1960, he is survived by two daughters, Kathleen Denise Allen of Memphis, Colleen May Young Petty and husband Beau of Middleton; two sons and their wives, Wesley Patrick Corder and Joyce of Peoria, AZ, Timothy Alexander Corder and Caz of Tucson, AZ; a sister, Patsy Allison of Humboldt, AZ; a brother, Jerry Corder of Surprise Ariz.; eight grandchildren, Sarah Maxine Smith, Rose Charlene Brown, Katherine Michele Allen, Dustin Hardy Allen, and Aaron William Allen, Adam Wayne Corder and wife, Heather, Briar Davis Young and Anna May Young; two great grandchildren, Dallas Clayton and Angel Leighann Gabrielle Corder. Memorials may be directed to Saulsbury Baptist Church, 25 Saulsbury Road, Saulsbury, TN 38067 or Tennessee Children’s Home, PO Box 10, Spring Hill, TN 37174. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

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May 21, 1928 - Dec. 30, 2009 James Boyd Liles, 81, of Mason, co-owner of Liles Brothers Farm Dealership, died at Baptist Memphis. Born in Mason, he was a member of Mason Presbyterian where he served as a deacon. He was a charter member of the Lions Club, Mason and served in the Army during the Korea conflict. Services were Jan. 2 at MaleyYabrough Funeral Home chapel with Rev. John Latimer officating. Burial was in Cedar Hill in Mason. He is survived by his daughters, Penny (Alan) Liles Godwin of Nashville, Cindi Liles of Bartlett and Mary Boyd Liles of Oxford, Miss.; his devoted friend, Beth Gavrock of Memphis; a sister, Sue Hendrick of Mason; 14 grandchildren and six step-grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. The family requests that memorials be sent to the American Cancer Society.

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John Burton Engle Date of Death - Jan. 4, 2010 John Burton Engle, 71, of Brighton, retired U. S. Navy, died at the Highlands of Memphis Nursing Home. He was a deacon at Munford Baptist Church and a Scout leader and realtor. Services were Jan. 6 at Munford Funeral Home-Munford Chapel. Burial was in Morrison Cemetery. He is survived by his spouse, Joanna Engle; two daughters, Christy Lynn Engle and Sharon Maxcy both of Atoka; two sons, John Alan Engle of Brighton and Gary Clinton Engle of Munford; a sister, Thelma Pauline Gibbs of Corbin, Ky.; five grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Bruce Edward Engle. The family requests that memorials be sent to Munford Baptist Church. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Jan. 6, 2009

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Coldest weather in decade hits county By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com With the mercury dipping below freezing and staying there, there’s no doubt winter has hit Tipton County. And it’s not leaving any time soon as a strong arctic cold front moves into the area. “The jetstream is diving out of Canada and ushering cold air as far south as the Gulf Coast and Florida and will continue to do so through the week with the coldest air arriving late week,” said Action New 5 meteorologist Ron Childers on the team’s weather blog. “A potent arctic front will move through the MidSouth Thursday bringing a good chance for snow to the area and then another burst of excessively cold air. It is still too early to determine snowfall amounts, but there will likely be more than just flurries.” Forecasters predict the area will see 1-2 inches of snow by Thursday and arctic temperatures – the coldest in more than a decade – will

stick around through the weekend. “As the week ends afternoon highs will only reach the mid to upper twenties and overnight lows will fall into the low to mid teens,” said Childers. Friday’s overnight low, for instance, will be a bone-chilling 7 degrees. Sunday’s high is only 32 degrees, but Monday will bring a little warmth back with a high of 42 degrees. Local electric companies say standard policy is to defer power cutoffs during extremely cold temperatures. “Our policy is the temperature has to be 32 degrees and rising and no colder than 20 degrees overnight,” said Robert Hagewood, Covington Electric’s general manager. A representative with Southwest Tennessee Electric said the company is in standby mode and cut-offs will not be made during the cold snap. Experts advise the public to take precaution in cold weather and the Centers for Disease

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Control and Prevention offers the following advice: • Heat, cook and light your home safely as to avoid fires and burns • Be mindful of your home’s pipes – leave the tap open so water drips continuously, keep your indoor temperature warm, and have a water supply on-hand in case your pipes do freeze or burst • Monitor your body temperature – infants under a year should not sleep in a cold room

because they lose body heat faster than adults; if the temperature in your home cannot be maintained, make arrangements to stay in a home with heat • Wear a hat, scarf, and mittens when going outside • If you have to do heavy outdoor chores, dress warmly and work slowly. • Avoid walking on ice or getting wet. • Notify friends and family where you will be before you go hiking, camping or skiing. • Avoid traveling on ice-covered roads, overpasses and bridges if at all possible. • If you are stranded, it is safest to stay in your car. • Check on elderly, infirmed and homebound neighbors, friends and relatives • Keep pets inside

warm dwellings, such as homes, to avoid hypothermia For more wintry weather tips, please see www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/ winter/. At press time, there was no comment from the Tipton County School system in regard to the plan for inclement weather. Check The

Leader online at www.covingtonleader.com for more information regarding school closures. And don’t forget to send your snow photos to The Leader for possible publication! You may e-mail your high resolution photo to news@covingtonleader or drop it off in person at 2001 Hwy. 51 South in Covington.

Military Matters Pvt. Richard D. Baker II Army National Guard Pvt. Richard D. Baker II has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical exercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, traditions, and core values. He is the son of Richard D. and Debra L. Baker of Deerpath Road, Hickory Creek, Texas. His wife, Kimberly, is the daughter of Timothy Glass, and Robbie Glass, both of Covington.

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, we cannot guarantee that they will be published, depending on space available. To guarantee your event to be in the paper would requires paid advertising. A complete list appears in the Community Events section on our web site, www.covingtonleader.com.

Church Central Christian Church, 400 South Maple Street, Covington. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:45 a.m.; Wednesday 6 p.m. adult and youth Bible study. Sunday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. the Finchers will be in concert. Crosspointe Baptist Church will have a fourday revival Jan. 24 - Jan. 27 with Evanglist Bill Stafford as the guest. Services will be held Sunday morning at 9:15 and 10:45 a.m.; Sunday night through Wednesday night at 6:30 nightly. A love offering will be taken each night. Events Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is a life-changing program that teaches you how to achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. You

will be challenged and motivated to make a plan for your money and change your family. FPU begins Sunday, Jan. 10 at Covington Assembly of God. The cost is $93. Call 476-9592 to reserve your seat! Kristie Maxwell, Tipton County Trustee, will be collecting county taxes at Munford City Hall, 1397 Munford Avenue, Feb. 8-12. Collections will take place from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. with lunch from noon - 1 p.m. The 55th annual Covington Lions Club pancake breakfast will be held Feb. 20 from 6 -11 a.m. at Covington Integrated Arts Academy. Tickets are on sale at The Chamber of commerce, BancorpSouth, Patriot Bank, InSouth Bank, Regions Bank or the Bank of Tipton. The cost will be $5 for adults and children $3 under 12. Munford First United Methodist Church, 57 S. Tipton Street, Munford, has started C.A.P. (Coffee and prayer). Members of the church will serve free coffee and pray with patrons every Tuesday morning from 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. Pastor is Brother Joe Mosley. Frazier

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A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday, December 29, for Pizza Hut located on 382 B Atoka McLaughlin, Atoka. Hours of operation are Sunday thru Thursday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Friday thru Saturday 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. Managers are Richard A. Keenan Jr., Area Manager and Denise Burk, General Manager. Come in and meet the friendly staff or call to place your order today!

Helping Hand meets the first Thursday of each month at the home of Christine and Larry Knight, 253 Elm Grove Road in Burlison. Ransomed Riders Chapter of CMA meets the fourth Monday of each month at Heritage Cafe in Munford. Meal at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. For more information call Phil Cathey at 388-8145. The Dungarees ad Petticoats Square Dance Club will be starting Square Dance instruction at St. William’s Catholic Church fellowship hall at 4932 Easley Avenue at West Street, Millington. Instruction will begin on Jan. 15, 2010 at 7 p.m. For more information, call Sarah and Bernie Cole at 87206 681 or Ron and Mary Mosbeck at 8372385.

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Millington Cable bringing broadband to rural areas By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com Though a broadband initiative is currently underway in Tennessee, one local company has been in the process of bringing technological advances to South Tipton County. Since 2005, Millington Cable has been making improvements to its system, replacing old lines with fiber optic cables, said outside cable manager Joe Bibb. "This is a nice facelift for our system," he said, noting the former cable system was installed nearly three decades ago. "We can offer more options and give better service." The cable system, he said, has more than quadrupled the number of channels available to Millington Cable customers. The former system allowed 60 channels, but the fiber optic

lines high definition programming and 265 channels. And there's now more reliable and better quality service because the fiber optic lines are not susceptible to moisture or lightning. "This is a pretty big upgrade for us," Bibb said. "We want to be able to compete with the satellite companies." The upgrade also allows an advancement for Internet connectivity. Communities in the South Tipton area, such as on Marshall and Walker Field roads, have seen the addition of Xipline broadband services in recent months. According to recent surveys conducted by Connected Tennessee – an independent nonprofit organization that develops and implements effective strategies for technology deployment, use and literacy in Tennessee – reports

only 34 percent of Tipton Countians currently use broadband services. The state average is 43 percent. Not only is faster Internet service a benefit for residents, it is also an important to economic growth and development. Connected Tennessee reports broadband technology allows for innovation and opportunities and strips away barriers that have prevented growth in the past. Technology and growth are something Bibb and Millington Cable are happy to bring to areas currently underserved. "I feel like this a great thing," he said. "We're getting a real good response." The new Xipline system offers customers extremely high speed connections. Millington Cable, said Bibb, was the first company in the

Property Transfers The following property transfers were recorded in the office of Claudia Peeler the week of Nov. 9, 2009 Erik Holzbach etal to Thomas Aubrey Hicks Jr., 1.27 acres Stafford Road, $89,000 IMP; DWMH James C. Woelm to Brandon Lee Moore, lot 1 Chickasaw, $129,000 IMP Tonya Laxton Ballard to Julie C. Linn etvir, lot 9 Shiloh Estates, $173,000 IMP Venture Capital Properties LLc to Russell Toombs etux, lot on Atoka Idaville Road, $75,000 IMP Joe Brown to Calvin Powers etux, l0 acres Ervin Lane, $60,000 LAND Willie P. Fortner to Ozelle Frazier etux, 2 tracts on Highway 59 West, $53,600 IM Homesales Inc. to Dana M. Cousar etvir, lot 74 Reed Estates, $120,000 IMP Patriot Bank to Jessica H. McClain, lot 1 Meadowland, $210,000 IMP Hixson, Trustee (Roberson) to Federal Home Loan Mortgage, .35 acre Woodlawn Avenue, $44,500 REPO Mufnord Development Company to Apex Home Builders, lot 211 Templeton Farms, $40,000 LOT Billy Bullock etux to Bandon L. Hamer etux, .50 acre Joe Joyner Road, $79,900 IMP Scott Erin McCann etux to William S. Heath etux, 1.26 acre McLillie Lane, $162,000 IMP Traci Leigh Swinford to Andres Sena etux, lot 15 Windchase, $200,000 IMP Karl O’brien to William Stanley Smith Jr., 1ot 18 Campground Acres, $175,000 IMP Taggart, Trustee (Ott) to SEC of VA, lot 24 Chisolm Trails, $88,130 IMP SEC of VA to Larry Richardson, lot 65 Baskin, $30,200 IMP Griffin, Trustee (Park) to Regions Bank, lot 6 Shiloh Road, $108,288.33 REPO Griffin, Trustee (Kincaid) to Federal National Mortgage, lot 117 Templeton Farms, $51,108.38 REPO Jessie D. Dawson etux to Robert J. Spradley etux, lot 12 Garden Hills, $100,000 IMP Wallace Mathis etvir to James Ronnie Dacus, lot on Indian Creek Road, $75,500 IMP The following property transfers were recorded in the office of Claudia Peeler the week of Nov. 16, 2009 Jordan, Trustee (Landry) to Green Tree Servicing, lot 22 Simmons Road, $48,648.66 REPO Donald S. Johnson to Henry A. Posey, lot 281

Blaydes Estates, $197,000 IMP George R. Poteet etux to Jimmy Smith etux, lot 8 Milford Timbs, $130,000 IMP Troy Marbry etux to Michael C. Dunlap, lot 3 Wayne Click, $152,900 IMP; NEW Simpson, Trustee (Vandergrift) to Bank of Tipton, lot 19 Turning Leaf, $183,516.10 REPO Denton Peacher etux to David C. Johnson etux, lot 12 Wilson Manor, $259,900 IMP Susan Maples to Christy Delaine Johnson etvir, 5 acres Richardson Landing Road, $193,000 IMP Deberha Onwvzurtke etal to Tommy Elkins, .33 acres Hill Avenue, $1,400 LOT Ronald D Chaney etux to Robert D. Brown Jr., etux, lots 39 and 40 Phillips Manor Estates, $255,000 IMP SEC of HUD to Jesse Dawson, lot 5 E. A. Wooten Addition, $34,900 IMP Deutsche Bank to Teresa Carol Bailey, lot 29 McGowan, $64,900 IMP Federal National Mortgage to Eddie M. Diaz etux, 5 acres Garland Detroit Road, $184,301 IMP GMAC Mortgage to Thomas E. Clark Jr., lot on Watson Road, $23,000 IMP SEC of VA to Broken R. Properties, lot 53 The Highlands, $125,000 IMP Sigler, Trustee (Laraway) to Vanderbilt

Mortgage, lot 1 Brighton Meadow, $18,900 REPO William Jay Shaban etux to George E. Floyd etux, 7.83 acres Downing Road and 3.87 acres Bride Road, $10,000 LAND Jones, Trustee (Boyd) to Citimortgage, lot on Yarbro Lane, $80,901.40 REPO Citimortgage to Brian Yarbro etal, lot on Yarbro Lane, $28,000 IMP Federal Home Loan Mortgage to Leonard Builders Inc., lot on Gaines Road, $7,500 IMP Leonard Builders Inc. to Margaret McClerkin, lot on Gaines Road, $22,000 IMP David M. Akins etux to Alfred Blake Chaney etux, lot 25 Liberty Lake Estates, $207,000 IMP Michael R. Cusack etux to Michael G. Lydigsen, lot 74 Williamsburg Estates, $169,900 IMP Griffin, Trustee (Bills) to Federal National Mortgage, lot on Pleasant Avenue West, $118,386.09 REPO Ashley Reed to Christopher L. Westcott, lot 12 Maple Woods Village, $87,500 IMP; DWMH Munford Development Company to Apex Home Builders LLC., lot 166 Templeton Farms, $40,000 LOT Brasfield, Trustee (Hayes) to Patriot Bank, .13 acre Highway 51, $36,196 REPO Brasfield, Trustee (Hall) to Bank of Ripley, lots 3 and 4 Lackey Place, $30,000 REPO

Ron Nurse, a Millington Cable contractor, works to install fiber optic lines from Millington to Munford. Courtesy photo.

continental U.S. to offer as much bandwidth as it does. "It's a pretty big deal for us and it's a good thing for our customers." Bibb said the company will continue running the new fiber optic lines

to the most densely populated areas, then will migrate to more rural areas. The goal for 2010 is to bring the high-speed, high-definition system to 90 percent of the 12,000 customers they serve, up 15 percent from where

they currently stand. In 2011, they hope to bring broadband access to every customer. For more information on Xipline or Millington Cable, please call 901872-3600 or visit www. millingtoncable.com.

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Carl McKenzie and the Covington Chargers finished last year one win shy of a state tournament berth.

Dustin Whitlock and the TRA Rebels baseball team took second at last yearʼs DII-A State Tournament.

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Brightonʼs C.J. Jacobs helped lead the Lady Cardinals to the Class AAA State Tournament for the first time.

Kelly Sage and the Lady Chargers finished third in Munford and Bradley Todd finished the 2009 baseball season strong. the Class AA State Tournament last season.

Top 10 sports stories of 2009 By JEFF IRELAND sports@covingtonleader.com The year that was 2009 completed a decade that could go done in history as this generation’s most dif-

ficult to label. We had the 1970’s, the 1980’s and the 1990’s. But what do you call the decade that spanned from 2000 to 2009? The twenty double

zeroes? Too verbally laborious. The 2000’s? Sounds more like a millennium. Personally, in a nod to a pervious generation’s vernacular, I prefer 200 aughts, but it’s doubtful that will

catch on. But I digress. We’re here to talk about the year 2009 and the top sports stories in Tipton County. So, in the immortal

The Brighton Middle School football team did everything right in 2009. Led by longtime coach Larry Williams, the Cardinals went undefeated and won every title available to a middle school football team, including the sectionals with a dramatic comeback win.

The Munford High School football didn’t win any championships or even make the playoffs, but it was clear there was a buzz around the program and first-year coach Matt Saunders. The Cougars finished just 3-7, but defeat rival Brighton in a wild one and was in the playoff hunt until Week 8. The team lost three games by seven points or less.

The Brighton High School golf team has been good for so long now state tournament appearances have become commonplace. But that doesn’t take away from what the program has accomplished. The boys team won the Region 7-AAA title yet again and returned to the state tournament in Murfreesboro. The Lady Cardinals also made it to Murfreesboro, marking the first time both teams advanced that far in the same year.

Seasons are defined by how they finish, and the Brighton and Munford High School baseball teams finished strong last year. After finishing fourth in the regular season district standings, the Cougars upset top-seeded Liberty in the district tournament and advanced to the region tournament. Brighton also defeated Liberty and then Munford for the district tournament title. Fans in Jackson could not have been happy to see an all-Tipton County title game, but that was the way it worked out.

The Tipton-Rosemark Academy baseball team gave its fans quite a ride last spring, Despite going just 11-22, the Rebels qualified for the DII-A State Tournament and did some damage when they got there. TRA defeated Davidson Academy and FACS and advanced all the way to the title game, where they lost SBEC. The Rebels were definitely the story of the tournament.

The Brighton High School softball team made some history last season, advancing to the Class AAA State Tournament for the first time. A dramatic 2-1 sectional win over nemesis Collierville got them there. Brighton finished 32-7 on the season and won district and region titles. In Murfreesboro the team lost to powerhouses Siegel and Beech, the eventual state runnerup.

words of the Black Eyed Peas (for you older folks like me that’s one of the most successful musical acts of the year), let’s get it started in here.

Most people in these parts remember Buck Wakefield as one of the best athletes to come out of Munford High School. He starred in football, basketball and track. Last December he got some serious national recognition when he was featured in Sports Illustrated’s Faces in the Crowd. He had back-to-back 300-yard rushing performances for Carson-Newman. He finished the season 1,515 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns, both second in school history, and became the first CarsonNewman runner to rush for five touchdowns in a game.

When this past decade began, Covington was hands-down the best football in Tipton County. That has changed. Brighton, which went 8-3 last season and won a league title, is now the big dog in the county. The Cardinals have gone 17-5 the last two seasons and advanced to the playoffs both two years straight, something no other football team in Tipton County can claim.

If there was an award for consistent excellence in Tipton County High School sports, the Covington softball program would win it hands down. The Lady Chargers made it to state every year last decade and capped off that run with third place finish in the Class AA State Tournament. Covington went 37-4 en route to winning district and region championships.

And the Number 1 Sports Story of 2009 is… The Covington High School basketball team didn’t make the state tournament last season, but the team’s late season run qualifies as the story of the year. Deon Real took over a talented team and nearly led them to the state tournament. A heartbreaking loss to Sheffield

in the sectionals ended the run one win short of state, but the atmosphere in the gym that night was nothing short of electric and had to remind long time residents of the glory days when gyms were packed on a nightly basis.

Covington Angel AAU basketball organizing By STEVE HOLT Special to The Leader The Covington Angel AAU basketball program will begin its second year in March. Last year’s first venture was extremely suc-

cessful last spring including more than 70 kids from grades 3-8. Plans this year are to make the program even better and for more participants. The Angels program is designed to teach kids to play basketball while teaching

them life lessons and helping to ensure them the best possible chance to get going on the right path toward high school. Dion Real, Angels director and head boys’ basketball coach at Covington High School, will be having

a meeting with anyone interested in helping with the program. Persons interested in helping to coach a team; raise funds for the teams; organizing team events or who just want to be a part of the AAU experience are asked

to attend one of two meeting either Jan. 11 or 21 at 5 p.m. in the Covington High School cafeteria. Those who have questions may contact Coach Real at 870-733-7595. Try-out dates for Covington Angels basketball will be announced at a later time.

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Lady Chargers finish 8th at Dyersburg; Chargers split at Little Rock By STEVE HOLT Special to The Leader In what CHS head coach Danya Howse described as one of her team’s best played games of late, the Covington Lady Chargers came up just short last Wednesday in their final game of the Dyersburg Regional Hospital Christmas Tournament falling to the USJ Lady Bruins by a score of 6255. The game was close all the way but the Lady Chargers’ failure to block out and follow up shots late in the fourth period came back to haunt them as USJ pulled away in the waning minutes for the win. Coach Howse said that her players handled the Bruin press well getting the ball up court much better than they have in recent games. CHS did not commit near the number of turnovers that have plagued them lately and they shot the ball much better from the floor. Dominique Ross and Iesha Carruthers again led CHS in scoring. The Lady Chargers are 2-12, 1-5 on the season. They return to District 13 AA action this week at Crockett County on Tuesday then host Martin Westview on Friday

night, Jan. 8, before traveling to Brighton on Sat., Jan. 9. Chargers split final pair in Little Rock In a major defensive battle, the Covington Chargers took on the second rated team in Washington, D.C. from Ballou High School and came within a point of taking them down in what would have been accounted as a major upset. Instead, CHS came away with a 45-44 loss. Charger head coach Dion Real said that he was extremely proud of the way that his players handled themselves against this talented and athletic team. “A couple of more free throws made or the ball bouncing our way once or twice more and this one would have been a “W”, he said. Lester Gude continued his hot shooting leading CHS in scoring in the game with 17 points. Carl McKenzie was the only other Charger to reach double figures with 10 points. Cortez Foster contributed nine while James McClain had six points and Bernard Hurd had two for CHS. CHS fell to 6-7, 4-2 with the loss.

Covington 71 Marianna, Ark. 69 The Covington Chargers gained a split in their holiday tournament experience in Little Rock in exciting fashion as senior guard and leading scoring, Carl McKenzie banked home a driving lay-up with :02 on the clock to give CHS a hard fought 71-69 win over a Marianna, Ark. team that had entered this high powered tourney unbeaten. Charger head coach Dion Real had a lot of praise for his team and their performance in this tournament. “Every game had a state tournament atmosphere,” said Real. “No team came in here just to be here. It was all out, all the time. This tourney draws a national field and scouts from everywhere come to watch. The team from South Miami had just won a tournament in Georgia against what their coach said was a stronger field. They did not win a game in Little Rock.” Carl McKenzie paced CHS in scoring for the game with 25 points followed closely by Lester Gude who had 21

points with six made 3-point field goals. Dexter Moore had 9, Demetres Clabon 6, Cortez Foster 5, James McClain and Adrian Frost two points each and Devin Wakefield one point. Coach Real said that Gude’s outstanding offensive performances during the tournament has attracted the attention of some college scouts. He scored 76 points in the 4 games for a 19 point average. CHS is 7-7, 4-2 on the season. They travel to District 13 AA opponent Crockett County on Jan.

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Lady Chargers grab win at Crockett County By STEVE HOLT Special to The Leader It is said that a new year brings new hope. The Covington Lady Chargers can attest to that as 2010 started with a bang for them with a resounding 68-49 District 13 AA win on the road at Crockett County on Tuesday night. Trailing 1711 with three minutes left in the first quarter, the Lady Chargers went on a 14-0 run sparked by senior forward Dominique Ross’ 13 points in the period to take a 25-17 lead that they never relinquished. The lead expanded to 15 at the break, 28-23, as the Lady Cava-

liers managed only six points in the second period. CHS pounded the glass and did not give Crockett County many clean looks from the floor while shooting efficiently and reversing recent trends by taking care of the ball. Covington outscored the Cavaliers by nine in the third quarter to pull away at times leading by as many as 25 before Crockett Co. made a small run in the fourth to cut the final margin to 18. The keys to breaking CHS’ 11 game losing streak lay in strong rebounding from Iesha Carruthers and Ta’Sheena Adams, only 11 turnovers and in the scoring boost provided by Ke’Suana Griggs 14

points and Nykie Grandberry’s 15 points. Dominique Ross led all scorers in the contest with 24 points. K. C. Williams led the Lady Cavaliers with 17 points. Each team committed 11 turnovers. CHS was 6-12 (50 percent) at the charity stripe while CCHS shot 6-10 (60 percent). Crockett County is 5-7, 1-4 on the season. The Lady Charger record stands at 3-12, 2-5. They are set to host the Lady Chargers from Martin Westview in another District 13 AA contest tomorrow night at Castellaw Gym. The tip-off is set for 6 p.m. CHS will travel to Brighton at 6 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 8, for a non-district game.

Chargers come from behind against Cavaliers By STEVE HOLT Special to The Leader The Crockett County Cavaliers rode the inspired play of their lightening quick guards to a somewhat surprising 37-32 half-time lead. The Chargers were flat the entire half and did remarkably did not have a single made shot from beyond the arc in either period. Had it not been for the 14 Crockett County turnovers forced by CHS and the Chargers’ 8-0 scor-

ing disparity at the free throw line in the half the margin might have been more. The second half was another story. The Cavaliers came out and promptly drained a 3-point basket to take a 40-32 lead. Charger mentor Dion Real called a time out and pulled the right switches because his team embarked on a 26-5 run fueled by 12 monster points from Cortez Foster in the period (10 of which were consecutive) to pull away to a 58-48 lead after three

periods on their way to a 78-68 District 13 AA road victory. Turnovers and free throws were huge as CHS forced 23 giveaways by the Cavaliers to CHS’ 11. The Chargers had a big advantage at the line with a +13 margin. The Chargers went to the line 26 times hitting 19 times for 72 percent. Crockett County was six of eight (75 percent). Scoring honors for the game went to Carl McKenzie as he had a season and career high for CHS with 37 points

Munford alum returns as opera star Special to The Leader Opera comes to Tipton County when Dr. Richard Todd Payne performs at Munford First United Methodist Church’s LEC at 7:30 Friday evening. Dr. Payne will be appearing in a free concert event kicking off the Munford High School’s choir fundraising and publicity efforts as they prepare to accept an invitation to perform in the National Youth Concert in New York City’s world renown Carnegie Hall. The invitation will mark the first time a choir from Tipton County will perform in the National Youth Concert and is Payne’s second appearance in Carnegie, but his debut as guest soloist; singing selections from

Gershwin’s opera “Porgy and Bess.” In addition to his appearance in New York, this fall he will play the role of the villainous Crown in the “Porgy and Bess” national tour. “I am thrilled to have Dr. Payne performing for us and lending his advocacy to our invitation” said Peter Colin, Jr., the Director of Choirs at Munford High School. “It’s a testament to the talent and work ethic of our students at Munford to be invited to sing and to see someone who’s achieved international success yet started exactly where they are right now.” Paynes is the son of Ms. Ruby Payne and grew up in Munford and graduated from Munford High in 1984. Dr. Payne received his Doctorate

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which included 10/10 at the stripe. Devaughn Pickens led the Cavaliers with 22 points. His backcourt mate, Tim Frye scored 10, as the only other Crockett County player to reach double figures. Crockett Co. falls to 6-5, 3-4 for the year. The Chargers improve their record to 8-7, 5-2 which is solidly in 3rd place in District 13 AA. The Chargers will host Martin Westview tomorrow night at Castellaw Gym. They travel to Brighton for the 1st of two annual battles on Saturday night.

The 10-week program starts Jan. 14 Registration deadline is Jan. 11. Cost $99. Location - DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County in Covington Instructor - Loren A. Crown, M.D. Contact 731/286-3265 or bnorthcutt@dscc.edu

Youth Wild Game Supper TWRA and the Covington First Baptist Church are having a Wild Game Supper for youth ages 16 and under. Feel free to bring your family. The agency as well as the First Baptist Church believes that it is important for children to enjoy the outdoors and appreciate all that nature has to offer. Hunting wild game is one way to get all aspects of the outdoor experience. That is why both sponsors would like to invite all youth 16 and under to come and enjoy good fellowship and eat wild game on Friday, January 15th. The dinner will be held at the church activities building starting at 5:30 p.m. The building is located on Highway 59 S. in the city of Covington. We will also have games and prizes donated by local sponsors, so come enjoy a night out with other young hunters!

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Reaching for the gold... or silver... or bronze By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com Students love it when they receive recognition for their efforts and educators know providing student recognition motivates students to try harder. The administration at Crestview Middle School has taken their student recognition to an Olympic level. At CMS, it’s not hard to reach the gold, silver or even bronze level. Every student is eligible and many have received a gold, silver or bronze... no, not medals. Cards. Special reward cards students can use throughout the community to receive special treats. Each card allows the student to receive a special treat from participating local businesses, such as a hamburger and drink from Pat’s Gilt Edge Cafe and free ice cream they receive at school from Turner Diary. To receive a CMS gold card, students must have an “A” average, a silver card is obtained by keeping an “A/B” average and a bronze card is awarded to those students who have perfect attendance. Students have three opportunities to receive the cards throughout the year, with a new reward cycle started each nine weeks. Students may also be eligible for more than one card, such as a gold or silver card and a bronze card for perfect attendance. “The program was started several years ago by Sara Gangaware,” explained Julie Joyner, Tipton County school-wide education consultant. “And I think it was brilliant when she came up with the concept.” Beginning in August, Joyner sends out letters to area businesses asking for their participation in the program in the form of a small, inexpensive treat for the children. “I have had very few tell me they don’t want to participate,” said Joyner. “Most of our businesses have a desire to have the kids excel and a lot of our businesses in our area have kids who go to this school.” The cards are actually printed on metallic gold, silver and bronze card stock and the rewards and the participating

merchants are identified on the back. Students who receive a gold card are eligible for rewards from 20 different merchants. The silver cards give out 12 rewards and the bronze cards offer 10. Although, the gold and silver cards have been in use for several years, the bronze card is new to this school year. Joyner said they realize that some students come to school everyday but still may not make the grades needed to receive a gold or silver card. “This year we started the bronze card and its not based on academics, it’s solely based on perfect attendance,” she explained. “Some kids make good grades very easily and some kids try their hardest but may never reach As or Bs but they are at school everyday. Those students deserve recognition also and this is their way of earning a reward.” Critics of the program have called it bribery, while others consider it rewarding, but either way, the program seems to be working. “It works and the students love the program,” said Joyner. “They have to do the work to receive the recognition. Just as we work to get paid, they work hard for their grades and receive a reward. Last nine weeks, I gave out approximately 75 gold cards, 150 silver cards and 200 bronze cards. When we call them up front to get their cards, even the 8th graders are excited.” Though Joyner loves the program, she realizes it wouldn’t be successful without the support of Tipton County merchants. “We are very lucky that so many businesses in Covington and throughout Tipton County are very supportive and generous towards our students,” she said. “You know, a bowl of ice cream may not cost a business a lot but to a kid that is a great reward. If they are getting 10 rewards for just coming to school as they are expected to come and getting rewards for getting good grades, we’re all winning. The school and teachers are winning, the parents are winning and the community is winning because the more we support our kids, the more support they want, the more willing they are to support our community and that’s a win-win situation for all.”

College Clippings Several Tipton County residents were among students who received degrees from the University of Tennessee at Martin during the recent fall commencement held in Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on the UT Martin campus. The students receiving undergraduate degrees were: • Atoka – Jeremy Lee Goldsby; • Brighton – Steven Ewing; Terri Lynn West; • Burlison – Abby Morris Pinner; • Covington – James Patrick Baker III; Ashley Gail Burk; Beau J. Grant; Meagan Learray Hardwick; Tyler Witherington Lindsey; LaDonna Elemara Matthews; Melanie Overall; Jo-

seph Keith Winberry II; • Drummonds – Ashley Nicole Amsden; Corey Alexander Perry; • Munford – Catherine Lauren McGill. The students receiving graduate degrees were: • Atoka – Elizabeth Lockhart; Bonnie Overland; • Covington – Robert Dawson. *** Lakesha Dyson was recently named to the dean’s list for the fall term at National College of Business and Technology in Memphis. Dyson is the daughter of Della Dyson and Robert Dyson.

Cougar Chat By MARGARETTE ALSBROOK Special to The Leader Students, faculty, and staff returned to MHS after a well-deserved two week Christmas break. The second semester and third nine-weeks began this past Tuesday. The cold days of January are here, and on the mind of each and every student is SNOW! In case of inclement weather, please remember to watch local news stations as well as listen to local radio. Report cards for the second nine weeks will be passed out in homeroom on Monday, January 11. Parent-teacher conferences will be held on Monday, Jan. 11 and

Tuesday, January 19 from 3:15 to 6:15 p.m. MHS is pleased to announce that Parent Connect, the new online grading system, is available to parents and guardians. Parent Connect is a secure, easy-touse web site that shows you accurate, regularly updated information about your student’s progress. Once you sign and return the Verifiable Consent Form, you will receive your account information by visiting the front office of MHS between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Please be aware that when you come to pick up your login information, you must show a picture ID in order to obtain login

information. Once you receive your login information, you can then log on and review grade, attendance, and discipline information along with other class details that may benefit you and your student. Verifiable Consent Forms were sent home before Christmas break with your student. If you have any questions about Parent Connect or this process, please email Dr. Fee at cfee@tipton-county.com or call the main office at 837-5701. Remember to check out our website at www. tipton-county.com/mhs for pictures and announcements. The students of MHS continue to “Build the Future Today.”

Textbooks to be under review The public is invited to examine the textbooks being considered for adoption for the six year period beginning July 1, 2010. These textbooks will be on display at the Tipton County Board of

Education, Media Center, located at 295 W. Kenwood Ave., Brighton on Jan. 11 -15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. English and foreign language is the subject to be considered for adoption.

Pictured above are members of the Munford High School Choir. The group has been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in March.

MHS choir invited to Carnegie Hall The Munford High School Advanced Choir has been invited to perform in the National Youth Concert in New York City’s world famous Carnegie Hall. Munford is one of five choirs selected from an applicant pool from school choirs across the country. The concert will be held March 18, 2010 in the Hall’s Isaac Stern Auditorium. Their performance will feature two nationally acclaimed guest artists; conductor T. André Feagin and vocalist Dr. Richard Todd Payne. Peter Colin, director says, “This is the most prestigious opportunity a musician can have, to perform in the same place where Tchaikowsky and Bernstein conducted, where Frank

Sinatra and the Bealtes sang, it is the highest performance honor I know.” The trip will cost roughly 70,000.00, with funding to come through fundraising, corporate partnerships, and donations. That cost covers all travel and housing, as well as access for students to tour the American Museum of Natural History, Radio City Music Hall, NBC Studios, and other sites of historical, cultural, and musical significance. “While trips like this are fun, it’s still an extension of the classroom,” Colin says. “Students would get to see and experience firsthand some of the most important sites and relics of our country’s cultural framework.”

Learning about the FAFSA By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com Deciding to undertake a college education is a major step in a student’s life – and a major expense. Most students will need some type of financial assistance to pay for college and that’s where knowing about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) application and when it should be completed comes in handy. The FAFSA application is provided by the Federal Student Aid office of the Department of Education which administered financial aid to 11 million students totaling over $80 billion annually in 2008. The FAFSA application is the starting point for getting federal student aid and can be completed online at http:// www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students may be eligible to receive financial assistance from several programs of grants, loans and work study administered by the Federal Student Aid office and the FASA application provides all the information needed to determine eligibility for all of these programs. After completing the application, it is processed and sent to the postsecondary institutions selected by the applicant. The school then determines what type of financial aid and the amount needed the student will receive. Students can be awarded one or more of the three types of financial aid the federal government offers: grants (which do not have to be paid back), loans (which must be paid back, usually after college graduation) and work study student jobs. It is important to remember the FAFSA deadline is June 30 for the upcoming fall/spring semesters. For Federal Student Aid, the award year begins on July 1 and ends on June 30 of the following year. However, many states and individual schools have their own deadlines, so check with the your particular institution’s financial aid office to be sure of the correct deadline. The deadline to apply for Tennessee state grants is Feb. 15, 2010 and the deadline to apply for the Tennessee state lottery is Sept. 1, 2010. “If students don’t fill out the FAFSA, they will be missing the opportunity to receive federal, state, as well as individual college scholarships,” explained Tammy Kasmai, senior guidance counselor at Brighton High School. “But they need to ensure they go to the right website – www.fafsa.ed.gov. It doesn’t cost anything to fill out the FAFSA application, that’s why it’s called the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. If it’s costing them money to fill it out, they’re on the wrong site.” Seniors can start their application on Jan. 1, 2010 of their graduation year. Many financial awards are awarded on a first come, first serve process, so it’s best

to fill out an application as soon as possible after Jan. 1. To fill out a FAFSA, both the student and parents will need a FAFSA pin number which will allow them to electronically sign their application. Even if you are not ready to apply for financial aid, it will save you time when you are ready to complete the application because you already have your pin number assigned. Students and parents will need several documents to complete an application – Social Security numbers, driver’s license (if any) and alien registration or permanent visa if not a US citizen, W-2 forms and federal tax return for 2009, both student’s (if applicable) and the parent’s if the student is a dependent. Documentation of any untaxed income (such as Social Security, welfare and other benefits) is required and applicants must have current bank account statements and documentation of any stocks, bonds, business property and mortgages. Although many colleges and universities use the FAFSA to determine financial awards, not all participate in the federal programs but instead use the application to determine eligibility for state-funded programs. Ensure the institution of your choice considers you for those awards as well. FAFSA application assistance will be available on College Goal Sunday from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14 at various locations surrounding the local area, including, LeMoyne-Owen College, Southwest Tennessee Community College-Macon, Tennessee Technology Center-Memphis, White Statiion High School and Dyersburg State Community College main campus. Students requesting help will need to bring: • 2009 Federal Income Tax return or other income documentation • Social Security number • Driver’s license (if any) • 2009 W-2 forms or year-end pay stubs • Any 2009 untaxed income records – social security, temporary assistance to needy families, welfare, or veterans benefits records. • 2009 bank statements • 2009 business and investment mortgage information, business and farm records, stock, bond and other investment records. • Alien registration card if not a US citizen • FAFSA pin numbers for both student and parent Filling out the FAFSA may seem like a daunting task, but successful completion can open many doors of opportunity for a lifetime of rewards. For more information on FAFSA, visit http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or www.fastweb. com or call FAFSA at 1-800-433 3243 or contact your high school guidance counselor or college financial aid office.

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Ava Drew Alston, seated, celebrated her third birthday with a Princess party on Dec. 19 at Making Memories Christian Daycare and Preschool. Ava and her princess pals had their hair and nails fixed and received a lesson in royal walking and waving from former Miss Tipton County, Tara Martchek. Ava is the daughter of Bridget and Angela Alston of Covington. She is the granddaughter of Eva Lois Fayne of Arlington and Roberta Alston and the late Simeon Alston of Covington.

Patriot Bank names employee of the quarter and employee of the year Patriot Bank announced that Maria Esteves was named Employee of the Quarter for the fourth quarter of 2009 and also named Vickie Wilson as the bank’s 2009 Employee of the Year. The announcements were made at the bank’s annual Christmas party, held in December at the Neighborhood Bistro in Millington. Vickie was selected Employee of the Year from six employees named throughout 2009 as Employees of the Quarter, who were recognized for exceptional performance and for continually meeting the criteria as outlined by the P.A.T.R.I.O.T. acronym: Precise, Accurate, Team member, Reliable, Intelligent, Outstanding, Trustworthy. Patriot Bank Chairman Charles Ennis said in announcing the Employee of the Year award that the choice was difficult because of the excellent candidates for the award. “Each of the winners of the Employee of the Quarter award contributes in special ways to the bank’s performance. “Vickie is an excellent example of the type of employee that makes Patriot Bank a special place to do business. We can count on Vickie every day to do more than is expected of her and without errors. We appreciate her attitude, her reliability and her will-

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ingness to help, whatever the task. She is a great representative of our bank as our Employee of the Year.” Vickie works as a Customer Service Representative at Patriot Bank Covington. She started with Patriot Bank in August 2006 and has 21 years in the banking business. During her banking career she has worked as a teller, customer service representative, safe deposit box attendant and administrative assistant. She is a 1996 graduate of the Southeastern School of Banking (formerly known as Tennessee School of Banking at Vanderbilt). “I was so surprised to be an Employee of the Quarter and then to receive this award because I know everyone who works at Patriot Bank is equally deserving of it,” said Vickie. “I love working with my fellow employees and taking care of our customers. I am very honored and humbled by this award and will

try to live up to it every day,” she continued. Vickie and her husband Don have three children and attend First Baptist Church in Covington. As Employee of the Quarter, Maria Esteves was nominated by her fellow employees at the South Tipton bank, who describe her as a true professional who excels in all aspects of her job. According to Jan Phillips, Assistant Vice President at South Tipton, the staff also noted Maria’s creativity and her ability to handle different tasks with accuracy and a great attitude. “Maria works as the drive-thru teller at South Tipton where she has handled 44 percent of the transactions for the branch with few if any errors, said Phillips. “In addition to these qualities, she is a pleasure to work with. Her customers love her and so do her co-workers!” Maria and her husband Jose have one daughter and live in Munford.

Residents can start new year with free trees Residents who join the Arbor Day Foundation in January 2010 will receive 10 free flowering trees just by becoming a member. The free trees are part of the nonprofit Foundation’s Trees for America campaign. For those who join the Foundation in January, they will receive two white flowering dogwoods, two flowering crabapples, two Washington hawthorns, two American redbuds, and two goldenraintrees. The trees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting between Feb. 1 and May 31 with enclosed planting instructions. The 6to 12-inch tall trees are

The first AARP Driver Safety Course of the year will be offered Feb. 23 and 24 at BancorpSouth, 815 Hwy 51 No. in Covington. It will be hosted by BancorpSouth. The Course is geared to Seniors 50 years old and above. It covers defensive driving, rules of the road, Tennessee laws,

guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Members also receive a subscription to the Foundation’s bimonthly publication, Arbor Day, and The Tree Book, which includes information about tree planting and care. To become a member

of the Foundation and to receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to Ten Free Flowering Trees, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by Jan. 29, 2010. Tennessee residents can also join online at www. arborday.org/january.

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Brighton By Debe Simonton 268-0091 We are now a week into the new year! I was out doing my errands today, Monday, and one place that I stopped was at a fitness place. In a matter of 10 minutes, three people came in the door to join. That place is so busy. Getting into shape is a resolution that seems to be very popular this time of year. I am a member and now I understand why I tend to avoid going the month of January. Actually I need to resolve to get back to the gym (without the excuses). School resumed Tuesday. I'm sure the parents are happy! Remember to support the basketball teams and wrestling teams. You can get their schedules off the web site for the school of your choice. BHS Football Booster Meeting will be held Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. There will be discussion about the banquet and the strawberry fundraiser. This fundraiser will begin Jan. 15. The football team

Burlison By Eddie Kellum 476-2683 Hello from Burlison. Can you believe that we are in the year 2010? I hope everyone had a great New Year. Paula will not let a New Year’s Day pass without cooking black-eyed peas and hog jowl. She tries to get everybody to eat some, but some of our kids just say “Yuck, no way. I’m eating somewhere else.” Tiffany Boyd, a former resident of Burlison, turned 18-years-old over the holidays. Most people are content to celebrate with a party, cake and ice cream, but not Tiffany. For her birthday, Tiffany went skydiving. Her aunt Nancy went with her. I tell you, both of them are braver I am. For those of you who don’t know Tiffany, she is the daughter of Joe and Stephanie Boyd. If that doesn’t help, she’s also the granddaughter of John and Betty Boyd. Since she skydived on her 18th birthday, I wonder what she’ll do when she turns 21. Are you scared Joe and Stephanie? I recently finished reading a

Gilt Edge By Bernadine McAfee Betty Baskin spent Christmas day with her daughter Hope Collins and husband, Benny, and their daughter, Andrea Newman, and her husband, Jeremy. Ruth Dillender of Bertrand, Mo. visited by phone on Dec. 26 with her aunt, Betty Baskin. On the prayer list: Karla Morgan, Gerlene Sloan, Mindy Tankersley, Brice Fite, Nadine Kellum, Emma Sue Turnage, Bill Stimpson, all of the Ruth Taylor family, Louise Bomar, Lois Conger, Mary Gray, Cordie Morgan, Dorothy Cook, Edna Downing, Jada Cousar, Shawn Cousar and Ashley Bradshaw. Hazel Mooneyham spent Christmas with her daughter, Emily Sweeney and family in Brownsville.'Byrl Smith's family got together Dec. 26 at the home of her son, Mike. Sue Tankersley had her fam-

will be taking orders for flats of strawberries for $20. These strawberries are from Florida. Several west Tennessee counties do this fundraiser and they say the berries are superior and have a wonderful flavor. After all this holiday food, this sounds very tasty to me. They will be delivered the end of February or first of March. My neighbors and good friends, Rodney and Suzanne Coulston spent their holidays with their daughters, Kristen and Kim. Kristen is a student at UT Knoxville and Kim and her family live in Knoxville. This is the first time that I know of that they haven't been home for Christmas. Their son Jason and his wife live in California and their eldest daughter, Jennifer and her family live in New Hampshire. Jennifer's sons Will and Andrew have been enjoying the wintry weather of New England. I thought we had an empty nest but I believe the Coulstons have us beat. In a matter of three or four years they went from full house to empty house and totally scattered.

Suzanne also shared some Liberty Bowl news. She had won tickets to the game and gave them to her nephew, Joey. He lives in Little Rock, Ark. They said that it took two-and-ahalf hours to get out of Memphis after the game and five hours to get back to Little Rock. They said they thought the state must have come to the game. The cold is here and looks like it’s going to stay awhile. We need to take precautions with our homes, pets, loved ones, and elderly. Don't forget to wrap your outside faucets, open cabinet doors on the inside, and let the faucets drip a little. Watch your space heaters and keep objects away from them. Wrap up the kids in layers. Check on the elderly and if you can examine their heat source. Our pets need to be protected from these extremes. If they don't have an enclosed shelter they need one and also check their water because it will freeze. I want to thank all of you for the encouragement. I love doing this and just knowing that everyone is reading this column really makes me feel great!

book by Glenn Beck that my son, Adam, gave me as a gift. The title of the book is “Arguing with Idiots.” I’ll be the first to admit that Glenn goes a little overboard every now and again, but if any of you out there are dissatisfied with what our government is doing, I think it might do us all some good to read the book. The book is full of facts that we may not have heard about. One of the entries goes like this. Arizona ranchers Roger and Barbara Barnett were sued by a group of illegal aliens who were crossing their property on their way to the United States. It seems that Mr. Barnett held the illegal aliens at gunpoint until the authorities arrived and it seems that the aliens said that they were traumatized and their civil rights were violated. The Barnetts lost in a court of law and had to pay $78,000 in damages. That might be considered a bargain since the ones that were held at gunpoint on Mr. Barnett’s property had sued for $32 million. What is up with this country and our legal system? How did these people win in a court of law in the United States?

I think Glenn’s book is right on the mark and I’ll be quoting some more excerpts in future columns. The Burlison City Council will be holding its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Community Center. Everyone is encouraged to attend. I wanted to include this in the article again for this week because I forgot to list the time. We have a couple here in Burlison that are about to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lavelle will celebrate on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010 between 2 and 4 p.m. at the Burlison Community Center. They would like to invite all their loved ones and friends to come and share in the fun. Richard and Reba Lavelle have been blessed with two children, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren since they said their vows almost 50 years ago. Thanks for reading and if you have any information for future articles you can reach me at 901-476-2683 or email me at kellumeddie@yahoo.com. Until next time, have a great week. Eddie Kellum

ily got together Christmas Eve. All of them came except Lora Tankersley who visited with her on Dec. 26. Mary Grace Carr's family gathered at her house Christmas Day. They ate, visited and enjoyed spending time together. Flossie Pugh had her family at her house Christmas Day. They also enjoyed a great meal and had a great time. Moviline Cousar's family meet at her home during Christmas. Johnny and Paula Cousar went to Illinois sometimes during Christmas visited Paula's family. Christmas Day guest of Willie and Rhonda McPherson and family were Rhonda’s side of the family. They always have good time an enjoy the little ones opening their gifts. I hope Rhonda made Tristan some peanut butter candy. I enjoyed talking to Ellen Carpenter recently. She was one of my best friends when we were growing up. She had some good parents, Wayne and Ruby

Clark. She had a brother, James Clark. Seems like sometimes I like to take a trip down memory lane. I have been talking to my sister, Betty, my cousin, Ed Walker and Ellen about making cotton mattresses. The county would furnish supplies, people would bring wooden horses and they would make one mattress. Each time they got together, they would bring their food. I remember some of the long needles they used. I have been thinking about the stores. My aunt, Rose Ballard had one, Effie Turnage had one across the road from Randolph school then her son, Robert Turnage and Kenneth and his mother, Pearl is still working the store. Sympathy to the loved ones of Julian Bomar. He died Dec. 26. His funeral was Tuesday after Christmas at Campground Methodist Church. May God be real near his family during these sad times.

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Greetings. Not to much to tell you this week, except that it snowed. Well, it just barely covered the ground, because it was coming down like a light drizzle. It happened on Saturday night around 7 p.m. and it was all over by 9 p.m. However, much of it, it was or wasn’t it still snowed. Due to the cooling effects of the weather, president Mary Burton called off missionary meeting on Monday. Hopefully it’ll be more weather friendly next week. It’s still the same time and place, Old Miller’s Store on Jamestown Road and it’s at 5 p.m. Minister Pearl Andrews helped to ring the New Year in at her brother-in-law’s church, Praise Temple over in Ripley. Rev. Gary Andrews is founding pastor. Also

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also of Ripley, Rev. Lawrence Andrews. Special guests from Covington were their mother Mamie Andrews, and their sister Kim Andrews and their grandmother Ruth Griffin from Ripley. Uncle Franklin Jones Sr. of Munford brought the New Year’s in with his church family, St. Mark A. M. E. His birthday was on New Year’s Day. After wishing him a happy birthday on Friday, he told me that he planned to enjoy the rest of the day with his sons and their families. I hope everyone enjoyed all of the holidays, whether you went out, or you stayed in, I hope that it was beautiful time spent with those you love. We are still in prayer at this time for Posie Reed, Willie Parthenia Hodge, Bessie Cobbs, Doris King, Demetrice Baker, Caesar Burton and family, Joseph Heas-

ton Sr., John Bunton, Ina Yarbrough, Bro. Warren Clewis, Isiah Burton and family, Pauline Yarbrough, David Sneed, Cornell Sherrill, Rev. Pink Sherrill Jr., Theary Alston, J. C. Heaston, Jessie Lawson, Charlotta Jones, Eddie B. and Flossie Woods, Louis “Wolfe” Williamson, Vernard “Big Boy” Burton, Rudolph Boykins and family, Patra Ballard, Arvis Fletcher and family, Florene Trent, Johnnie and Cleo Thompson, Connie and Christine Brown, Rhonda Heaston-McLin and family, Rufus Garner, Sgt. Barry Sherrill, Pvt. Ashley Andrews, Sgt. Dante Elkins, James Porter, Rev. Darryl Rozzell and family, Ethel Tipton, Joe Malone and family, Amos Miller and family, Gigi Baker, Jennie Stewart, Alvin Clewis, Norma Miller-Ford, Ruth Griffin and Nadine Kellum and family. Happy birthday wishes this week to Carolyn Smith and Warren Cross on Jan. 1, Jerone Harber

on Jan. 4, Temarco Scott on Jan, 5, Isiah burton Jr. and Torris Ridgway III on Jan. 5, Lorain Harber Johnson on Jan. 8, Minister Cynthia Miller and Sherman and Therman Boddie on Jan. 9, Glen Baker on Jan. 10 and Chad Alston on Jan. 11 It is still time to pay your dues of $25. Makes checks payable to the Jamestown Community Health Organization or contact Jessie Cooke, Minister Pearl Andrews, Joann Bell, Willie Mae Burton or Pam Cobbs Springfield. The Tipton County Singing Union will be at Bright Hill M. B. Church in Jamestown on Jan. 17 beginning at 6 p.m. President Evelena Winfrey Sloan will be looking for all of you there. This is all for this week. Remember, In this New Year, if you are busy finding fault with your neighbor, first sweep around your own front door.” Until next week.

Mt. Carmel/Clopton By Elaine Watkins 476-7093 It’s a very cold Monday night. It was 23 degrees when I came home from town about 5:30. They have said the “S” word on the weather and everyone in Tipton County had to get out and buy milk. That’s the way it is in the South - they’ve already salted the main roads because we can’t drive in the stuff! I met Marie Stafford in town last Tuesday to take her a book she wanted to buy. It was nice meeting her and finding out she’s a reader! She was taking a trip this past weekend and wanted the book to take along and read. That afternoon James and I raked and burned leaves in the back yard. The fire felt good since it was so cold outside. Then we drove to town for supper, stopping at Elizabeth and Justin’s house on the way to check on their leaking water heater. Easy fix! Thursday the “boys” went to town for lunch and I took my dad, Kenneth Weir, to town for his favorite meal, a hamburger. We also went to the bank and after I took him home, James and I visited the Queen of Mt. Carmel, Catherine McCalla. We hadn’t taken her Christmas gift to her and we did that and enjoyed our visit. Each year I make her a calendar of pictures of family, farms, landmarks, etc. and she looks forward to receiving it each year. I appreciate her helper, Doris Ann Land of Ripley, for sneaking some family photos out for me recently! I usually take the pictures but didn’t get many taken this year. We got to smell some of Bobbie Hubbard’s good cooking while we were there. She cooks on Thursdays for the weekly McCalla supper. She was fixing spaghetti, chicken-fried steak and fried okra. Yum! We stayed home that evening and had Jennifer Phillips’ recipe of Chicken Tortilla Soup. Didn’t even stay up till midnight - we’re getting old! Friday we had the traditional black-eyed peas meal and that night my dad came over for leftover soup, peas and cornbread! Sunday after services Heather Keith had a meeting with all the women about the upcoming Ladies Retreat, which is Jan. 29-31. Coming up fast! We are going to Paris Landing State Park where our first retreat eight years ago was held. Beautiful place and we will be glad to go back. Today James, Clint and I drove to Munford for some hot wings and catfish with Wyatt True. That business had a sign up that the are moving Jan. 12th. We’ll find them - they have very good food! Parker Speight, son of Tracy and Tricia, had his tonsils out last week and is doing fine. Kenneth Mason is having tests and prayers go out for Dee Fletcher and Helen Birr, Delores Whaley’s mother, who is not doing well in South Carolina. My cousin John Harrington’s son Andy will be home in a couple of weeks from Marine boot camp. He’s been at Parris Island so I know he’s ready for a trip home. We will find out then where they are sending him. He’s wanted to be a Marine his whole life. He and all our servicemen and women are in my prayers. Congratulations to Linda Gordon on the birth of a granddaughter, Anslie Gordon, to John and Kati Gordon. She was born Dec. 21 and weighed seven pounds, 11 ounces. Best wishes to them. Paulette Watkins had a picture of little Riley Georgette on her phone Sunday night. Lots of dark hair! Mike and Susan took her home last week; hope they bring her for a visit soon! Sympathy is extended to Pat Gatlin and her family in the death of her aunt, Velma Proctor; to the Rose family in the death of Rusty and to the Roberts family in the death of Jerry. All these have my prayers. We saw the Blue Moon faintly through the clouds last week. Finally heard why it’s called that - it’s a second full moon in a month, a rarity. I’d always heard of something happening “once in a blue moon” but never knew what it means. “Thanks for Reading” goes to a classmate of mine at Byars-Hall that I saw last week who said she likes reading about CK and I can’t think of her name (senior moment), to Marie Stafford and to Barbara Chumley Daugherty! Big Sa-lute! This week’s Farmer’s Alamanac Quote: “The cat loves fish but hates water.” Think about it! Stay warm and if it does snow, enjoy it! Until next week . . . Elaine

Atoka By Mabel Smith 837-8017 Dear readers: Here we are waiting for that snowfall on Thursday, and hoping it goes some other way. First Baptist Church of Atoka says Happy New Year to you all. Missionary David Gross is speaking on Jan. 17 and is going to Moldova. Saturday, Jan. 23 - 26 Bryon Fox will be with the church. All men and boys Sunday school class on Jan. 31. Missionary Kevin Hall will give a mission report from South Africa also on Jan. 31. The United Methodist Church begins kids night out from 6-9 p.m. in Quisenberry Hall on Jan. 8. youth meet at 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 10. Wednesday night dinners begin again on Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. followed by adult, youth and children activities at 6:45 p.m. Choir practice will be held at 7:30. UMW Faith group meets in the home of Diana Timbs on Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. United Methodist men meet at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast on Jan. 17 before the 8:30 service. Ashley Lyons is leaving for two weeks of training in Texas, then goes to Kuwait. Our prayer list continues this week: Let us pray for: Pat Lloyd, Rodney Waits, Carolyn Max, Brice Fite, Lindsey Wilson, Kay Reeves, Billy Lumpkin, Dorothy Peel, Rena England and family who are dealing with Spina-Bififa issues; Ron Miller, Riley McClain, Clyde Curry, Sandra Ladd, Jackie McKell, Bob Presley, Frank Donovant, Marie Chumley, Tammy Timberlake, Keith Morris, Lib Slough, Meroam Slough, Bob Pylant, Austin Whitiker, Todd Jones, Bill Stimpson, Bill Parker, Doug Carter, Amy Novac, David Kemp, and Fred H. Smith, who is now in rehab. I heard on Monday that Margie Sage, who once upon a time lived in Atoka, died. Her services were held on Tuesday. Bill Burke, son of Mike and Susan Burke has left for Cyprus. James Clack, son of the Grashot family is serving in the Army in southern Iraq.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on June 13, 2007, by Eric M. Hogue and Cynthia D. Hogue to Priority Trustee Services of Tennessee, LLC, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, under Book No. 1348, Page 637, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc.; and WHEREAS, American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc., the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, January 14, 2010, commencing at 10:00 AM at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 37, Section “B”, Munford Estates and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the northwest line of Fox Valley Cove, said point being 195.24 feet north of the north line of Ridgeforest Drive; thence north 64 degrees, 12 minutes, 53 seconds east along the northeast line of Lot 38, 369.08 feet to a point; thence north 80 degrees, 01 minutes, 29 seconds east, 313.40 feet to a point in the west line of west line of Lot 36; thence south 16 degrees, 11 minutes, 26 seconds east along the west line of Lot 36, 196.36 feet to a point in the northwest line of Fox Valley Cove; thence southwestward along the northwest line of Fox Valley Cove, 41.91 feet to the point of beginning. Being the same property conveyed to Eric M. Hogue and Cynthia D. Hogue, husband and wife by Warranty Deed from Douglas A. Kirkendoll and Suzanne Kirkendoll, Page 91, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 43 Fox Valley Cove, Munford, TN 38058 CURRENT OWNER(S): Eric M. Hogue and Cynthia D. Hogue The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o IMR Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 226.0937426TN Web Site: www.msplaw.com Insertion Dates: 12/24/2009, 12/31/2009, 01/07/2010

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed August 29, 1997 by Larry G. Gustafson, Jr., a married man to Monte Connell, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 806 Page 783, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Book 1346 Page 665, in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Midfirst Bank, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Friday, January 22, 2010 commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Front (North) Door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to-wit: Situated in County of Tipton, State of Tennessee. Lot 49, Section “ C”, Blaydes

Estates as recorded in Plat Cabinet “C”, Slide 42 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, TN and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the west line of Rosemark Road, said point being in the northeast corner of Lot 50 and the southeast corner of Lot 49: thence south 70 degrees, 28 minutes, 03 seconds west a distance of 209.71 feet being the northwest corner of Lot 50 and the northeast corner of Lot 38 and the southeast corner of Lot 39; thence north 19 degrees, 31 minutes, 57 seconds west a distance of 200.00 feet being the northeast corner of Lot 39, the southeast corner of Lot 40, the southwest corner of Lot 48 and the northwest corner of Lot 49; thence north 70 degrees, 28 minutes, 03 seconds east a distance of 200.39 feet being the southeast corner of Lot 48 and the northeast corner of Lot 49; thence south 22 degrees, 12 minutes, 07 seconds east a distance of 200.22 feet to the point of beginning. There is a five-foot utility and drainage easement on the north, east, south and west lines of this lot as shown on the recorded plat. Subject to subdivision restrictions as recorded at Book 650, Page 842 and Book 656, Page 830, and building lines and easements at Plat Cabinet C, slide 42 in the Tipton County Register’s Office. Property Address: 1775 Rosemark Road, Atoka, TN. Other Interested Parties: GMAC Mortgage Corporation d/b/a ditech.com; Discover Bank; Jessica Gustafson All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l-526-8296 File # 1882-082998-FC Published: December 24 December 31 January 7 Midland Mortgage/Larry Gustafson, Jr.

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated February 28, 2006, executed by RANDAL S LOCKE AND WIFE, WENDY LOCKE, conveying certain real property therein described to ROBERT W. GARRISON as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on March 7, 2006, as Instrument No. 85380, in Book 1262, at Page 545; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-1 4CB MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-14CB, BY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, BY BAC GP, LLC, ITS GENERAL PARTNER, AS ATTORNEY-IN-FACT who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., having been appointed by as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as Substitute Trustee or its duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on January 13, 2010, 11:00 AM at the Tipton County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: BEING LOT 1 OF TODD SUBDIVISION AS RECORDED AT PLAT CABINET D, SLIDE 47B AS RECORDED IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 149 RUSSELL RD, DRUMMONDS, TN 38023. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): RANDAL S LOCKE and WENDY LOCKE OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: 1) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPT. OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 2) CHRIS MORE INC. The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or other-

Public Notices wise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $604.46 recorded in Instrument Number 124048 as Book 17 at Page 699. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $455.70 recorded in Instrument Number 128839 as Book 17 at Page 825. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $39,787.21 recorded in Instrument Number 114349 as Book 17 at Page 491. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d) (1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPT. OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $7,456.94 recorded in Instrument Number 15282 as Book 17 at Page 514. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $7,456.94 recorded in Instrument Number 115633 as Book 17 at Page 522. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $47,268.15 recorded in Instrument Number 115634 as Book 17 at Page 523. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $20,029.94 recorded in Instrument Number 116959 as Book 17 at Page 555. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $39,327.14 recorded in Instrument Number 118566 as Book 17 at Page 578. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE in the amount of $623.80 recorded in Instrument Number 123581 as Book 17 at Page 667. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2-985-0703 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (805) 553-6392 TS#:09 -0170979 FEI# 1006.78600 12/24, 12/31, 01/07/2010

SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on July 10, 2006 by Robert M. Meadors and wife, Sheila C. Meadors to Thomas D. Forrester, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1286, Page 746, the beneficiary being InSouth Bank. Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed

successor trustee in Book 1458, Page 373; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 22, 2010 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: For legal description, see attached Exhibit A Beginning at a stake south 84 deg. 25 minutes east 2690 feet from the southwest corner of H. N. Kincaid’s 104 acre tract; thence north 5 deg. 35 minutes east 210 feet to a stake; thence south 84 deg. 25 minutes east 414.5 feet to a stake in the center of the Campground blacktop road; thence with the same south 4 deg., west 210.2 feet to a stake, Paul Worthman’s north line; thence north 84 deg. 25 minutes west 420 feet to the beginning, containing 2.00 acres. There is excepted out of the above that part occupied by the Campground Road as its right of way. However excepted from the above is the following tract: Description of a 1.00 acre partition of the J. H. Sterling and Frank A. Brown property, being a part of the same property as recorded at Deed Book 626, Page 815, in the Tipton County Register’s Office. Said partition being located on the west side of Joy Joyner Road and situated in the 6th Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee. Beginning at a found I.P. at the northwest corner of J. H. Sterling and Frank A Brown, Deed Book 626, Page 815 of which this 1.00 acre is a part and being the southwest corner of Lot 1 of Kincaid Estates, Section A, Plat Cabinet B, Slides 112B & 113, also being in the east line of Lot 35 of Kincaid Estates, Section B, Plat Cabinet B, Slides 133 & 134A; thence southeastwardly along the north line of Sterling and Brown and the south line of Lot 1, S 81 deg. 14’ 85” E, a distance called and measured 414.50 feet to a found spike in the centerline of Joy Joyner Road, being the northeast corner of Sterling and Brown; thence southwestwardly along the east line of Sterling and Brown, S 07 deg. 58’ 33” W, a distance of 104.80 feet to a set spindle in the Joy Joyner Road (5 foot west of the centerline) being the southeast corner of this 1.00 acre partition; thence northwestwardly along the south line of said partition, N 81 deg. 14’ 58” W, a distance of 416.86 feet to a set I.P. at the southwest corner of said partition and being in the east line of Lot 35; thence northeastwardly along the west line of Sterling and Brown and the east line of Lot 35, N 09 deg. 15’ 49” E, a distance of 104.80 feet to the point of beginning and containing 1.00 acres, more or less. This being the same property conveyed to Robert M. Meadors and Sheila C. Meadors, husband and wife, tenants by the entireties, from Cabinets Unlimited, Inc., by deed dated July 10, 2006, recorded July 12, 2006 in Book 1286, Page 744, recorded in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Parcel no: 144-001.02 Property also known as: 125 Joe Joyner Road, Atoka, Tennessee. Property address: 125 Joe Joyner Road, Atoka, Tennessee Parcel No. 144-001.02 This sale is subject to 2008 and 2009 county taxes (no city taxes) and this sale is subject to any right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service Special Procedures Staff in accordance with 26 U.S.C. Section 7425 (d) (1) by reason of a tax lien of record in Book 17, Page 615 in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, subject to any accrued taxes and restrictions. This sale will erase, as to this property only, the judgment lien styled Discover Bank vs. Robert M. Meadors, Sr. in case number 09-CV-295 and recorded in Book 1436, Page 80 of the said Register’s Office. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. BY: Roger A. Stone, President and Successor-Trustee 31dec3w

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated DECEMBER 23, 2002, executed by ROBERT C. MARTIN, AN UNMARRIED MAN, to G. RICK ARCHER, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1040, PAGE 560, in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described, the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by CITIMORTGAGE, INC., as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee,

Thursday, January 7, 2010 • THE LEADER • A19 on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2010, AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE, IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: LOT 6, SECTION A, TAYLOR ROAD SUBDIVISION, PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 82B, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, LYING ON THE EAST SIDE OF PORTERSVILLE ROAD (TAYLOR ROAD) IN THE SEVENTH CIVIL DISTRICT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN FOUND AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 6 OF TAYLOR ROAD SUBDIVISION SECTION A, (PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 82-B), ON THE EAST R.O.W. LINE OF PORTERSVILLE ROAD (TAYLOR ROAD) 60’ R.O.W., SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 5, THEN NORTH 88 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 09 SECONDS EAST, 458.83 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 5 TO AN IRON PIN FOUND IN THE WEST LINE OF TAYLOR ROAD SUBDIVISION, SECTION B; THEN SOUTH 01 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST, 100.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF TAYLOR ROAD SUBDIVISION SECTION B TO AN IRON PIPE SET AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 7; THEN SOUTH 88 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST, 466.87 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 7 TO AN IRON PIN FOUND ON THE EAST R.O.W. LINE OF PORTERSVILLE ROAD (TAYLOR ROAD); THEN NORTH 02 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST, 100.32 FEET ALONG THE SAID R.O.W. LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ENCOMPASSING 46,285 SQUARE FEET, OR 1.062 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO ROBERT C. MARTIN, AN UNMARRIED PERSON, BY DEED DATED DECEMBER 23, 2002, OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1040, PAGE 558, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 5270 PORTERSVILLE ROAD, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004. MAP 142A GROUP A PARCEL 006.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE OF RECORD THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, December 29, 2009. This is improved property known as 5270 PORTERSVILLE ROAD, ATOKA, TENNESSEE 38004. J. PHILLIP JONES, Substitute Trustee J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SUITE C-205, NASHVILLE HOUSE ONE VANTAGE WAY NASHVILLE, TN 37228 (615) 254-4430 31dec3w

SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on January 16, 2001 by Deborah J. Cantrell to J. D. Barton, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 941, Page 74, the beneficiary being M J Investments of Minnesota, Inc. by assignment. Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER,

P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1450, Page 97; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, January 22, 2010 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Lot 33 of Quito Estates Section D as recorded in Plat Cabinet D, Slides 36 of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Property address: 70 Fleetwood Drive, Millington, Tennessee Parcel No. 146G-A-034.00 & 146G-A-034.00T-001 This sale is subject to a mortgage to First Tennessee Bank, NA as assignor of contractual rights of Dick Moore, Inc. dated 1/31/1989 and recorded in Book 623, Page 1006. This sale will erase the UCC dated 1/16/2001 in UCC 84689 to Dick Moore, Inc. All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. BY: Roger A. Stone, President and Successor-Trustee 31dec3w

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on June 23, 2005, by Grady A. Belt toW. Aaron Fortner, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register's Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, under Book No. 1215, Page 347, ("Deed of Tr u s t " ) ; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS S E RV I C I N G LP; and WHEREAS, BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS S E R V I C I N G LP, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the "Owner and Holder"), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register's Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, January 21, 2010, commencing at 10:00 AM at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Tax/Map ID: 134-016.00 Description of a 17.01 acre tract of the remaining Nesbit R. Mitchum property as being referenced in Record Book 734, Page 460. Said property being located along the East side of Scrub Oak Road and situated in the Tenth Civil District of Tipton County, T e n n e s s e e . Being at the Northwest corner of the Nesbit R. Mitchum property as being referenced in Record Book 734, Page 460, also being located in a South line of the Renea A. McBride et al property (1056/538) and located in Scrub Oak Road (50 foot total right-ofway); Thence in a Northeastward direction along the Northline of Mitchum, also being a South line of McBride and the I. V. Taylor et ux property (307/428), N 87 deg. 04 minutes 02 seconds E a call and measured distance of 1196.56 feet to a found iron post being the Northeast corner of Mitchum, said post also being the Northwest Corner of the Terry H. Gwin et ux property (307/247); thence in a Southeastward direction along the East line of Mitchum, also being a West line of Gwin, S 13 deg. 10 minutes 14 seconds E a called distance of 408.71 feet but measured 409.45 feet to a found iron rod being the Southeast corner of Mitchum, said rod also being the Northeast corner of the remaining The Diocese of West Tennessee property (497/227); thence in a Southwestwardly direction along a South line of Mitchum, also being the North line of The Diocese of West Tennessee property, S 67 deg. 46 minutes 53 seconds W a called distance of 510.82 feet but measured 511.15 feet to a found capped conduit pipe being an exterior corner of the remaining Mitchum property and the Northwest corner of The Diocese of West Tennessee property, said pipe also being located in the East line of Lot 1 of the MitchumScrub Oak Road Subdivision (Plat Cabinet H/Slide 19-B); thence in a Northwestward direction along an interior line of the Mitchum property, also being the East line of Lot 1, N 26 deg. 37 minutes 40 seconds W 136.33 feet to a found iron rod being an interior-corner of the remaining Mitchum proper-

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Public Notices ty and the Northeast corner of said Lot 1; thence in a Southwestward direction along a South line of the Mitchum property, also being North line of Lot 1, S 67 deg. 59 minutes 10 seconds W 210.00 feet to a found iron rod being an interior corner of the remaining Mitchum property and the Northernmost Northwest corner of said Lot 1; thence in a Southeastward direction along an interior line of the Mitchum property, also being a West line of Lot 1, S 26 deg. 37 minutes 40 seconds E 159.84 feet to a found capped iron rod & steel witness post being an exterior corner of the remaining Mitchum property and an interior corner of said Lot 1; thence in a Southwestward direction along a South line of Mitchum, also being a North line of Lot 1, S 67 deg. 59 minutes 10 seconds W passing a found capped iron rod and-steel witness post at 553.19 feet (being the Westernmost Northwest corner of said Lot 1) but continuing a total distance of 579.19 feet to the Southwest corner of the remaining Mitchum property being located in Scrub Oak Road; thence in a Northwestward direction along the West line of Mitchum, with the general alignment of Scrub Oak Road, the following two (2) courses; N 06 deg. 07 minutes 31 seconds W 574.88 feet to an angle point; thence N 06 deg. 44 minutes 42 seconds W 277.90 feet to the point of beginning and containing 17.01 acres by computation. However, the above described property is subject to Scrub Oak Road and its right-ofway. However, there exist upon the above described property an overhead utility line. This property is subject to any and all easements and/or rights-of-way which may accompany said structure. However, the above described property is subject to a 50 foot ingress and egress easement as being described as follows: Commencing at a found capped iron rod and steel witness post in the East tight-of-way of Scrub Oak Road (50 foot total right-ofway) being located in a South line of the remaining Nesbit K. Mitchum property as being referenced in record Book 734, Page 460, said rod also being the westernmost northwest corner of Lot 1 of the Mitchum-Scrub Oak Road Subdivision (Flat Cabinet “H”/S 19-B); thence, In a Northwestward direction along the east rightof-way of Scrub Oak Road, N 06 deg. 07’ 31” W,51 6,82 feet to the “‘Tru& Point of Beginning and the Southwest corner of this herein described 50 foot Ingress and egress easement; thence in a Northwestward direction along the East tight-of-way of ScrubOak Road, also being a west line of this easement, N 06 deg. 07’ 31” W, 50.94 feet to the Northwest corner of this herein described easement; thence in an Eastward direction along the North line of this easement, the following six (6) courses: S 85 deg. 06’ 06” F, 44,87 feet to an angle point thence S 59 deg. 27’ 58’ B 154.59 feet to an angle point; thence S 71 deg. 57’ 28”E 159.64 feet to an angle point; thence S 88 dug. 09’ 31” B 58.15 feet to an angle point; thence N 83 deg. 4508’ E 71,72 feet to an angle point; thence N 67 deg. 53’ 57” £ 48.73 feet to the Northeast corner of this herein described easement; thence in a southeastward direction along the East line of this easement, S 26 deg. 3740” B 98.38 feet to the Southeast corner of this herein described easement being located in a South line of the remaining Mitchum property, also being located in a North line of Lot 1 of the Mitchuni-Scrub Oak Road Subdivision; thence in a southwestward direction along a south line of Mitchum and this easement, also being a North line of Lot 1,867 deg. 59 W, 50.16 feet to a found iron rod being an interiorcomerof the remaining Mitchum property and an exterior corner of thIs herein described easement, said rod also being the Northernmost Northwest corner of said Lot 1; thence in a Northwestward direction along a West line of this easenient N 26 dug. 37’ 40’ W 48.14 feet to an interior corner of this herein described easement; thence in a Westward direction along a South line of this easement, the following six (6) courses; S 67 deg. 53’ 57” W 9.50 feet to an angle point; thence 883 deg. 45” 08” W 82.22 feet to an angle point; thence N 88 deg. 0931” W 68.81 feet to an angle point thence N 71 deg. 57’ 28” W 172.22 feet to an angle point; thence N 59 deg. 27’ 58” W 148.58 feet to an angle point; thence N 85 deg.06’ 06”W 23.75 feet to the ‘True” Point of Beginning. Being part of the same property conveyed to Nesbit K. Mitchum and wife, Ellen K. Mitchum by deed of record in Book 734, page 460, dated 10-19-94, and then the same property further conveyed to Grady A. Belt by deed from Nesbit R. Mitchum and wi Ellen K. Mitchum of record in Book 1105, page 887, filed on 11-12-03, Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2096 Scrub Oak Road, Mason, TN 38049 CURRENT OWNER(S): Grady A Belt The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: First Citizens National Bank OTHER INTERESTED PA R T I E S : N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon

announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o NDS1 Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 432.0938081TN Web Site: www.msplaw.com Insertion Dates: 12/31/2009, 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed September 14, 2004 by Cynthia Pulliam and spouse, Ronald Stephenson to Alfred E. Abbey, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1165 Page 429 and Modified in Book 1424 Page 755, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Book 1295 Page 470 and rerecorded in Book 1297 Page 406, in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Residential Funding Real Estate Holdings, LLC, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Friday, January 29, 2010 commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Front (North) Door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to-wit: Situated in County of Tipton, State of Tennessee. Lot 92, West Road Subdivision, Section E, as recorded in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 29, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, being situated in the 7th Civil District and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a found iron post in the west ROW line of Comanche Drive being 134.44 feet south of the south ROW line of Apache Cove and being the southeast corner of Lot 93 and the northeast corner of Lot 92; thence south 48 deg. 01’ 23” west, along the west ROW line of Comanche Drive, a distance of 134.03 feet to a found 3/8 inch rebar being the northeast corner of Lot 91, also being the southeast corner of Lot 92; thence North 41 deg. 58’ 37” west, along the line dividing Lots 91 and Lot 92, a distance of 325.00 feet to the northwest corner of Lot 91, also being the southwest corner of Lot 92; thence north 48 deg. 01’ 23” east, along the line dividing Lot 92 and Lot 94, a distance of 134.03 feet to the northwest corner of Lot 93, also being the southwest corner of Lot 93; thence south 41 deg. 58’ 37” east, along the line dividing Lot 92 and Lot 93, a distance of 325.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 1.00 acre, more or less. Property Address: 114 Commanche Drive, Millington, TN. Other Interested Parties: EMC Mortgage Corporation All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l-526-8296 File # 2075-083207-FC Published: January 7 January 14 January 21 Litton Mortgage Servicing Center, Inc./Cynthia Pulliam

FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made by failure to comply with the terms and conditions of a certain Deed of Trust dated August 15, 1995, executed by Timothy Harper, Sr. and wife, Elizabeth Harper, and Nolen Harper and wife, Barbara Harper, recorded in Record Book 753, Page 837, Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, and wherein the said Timothy Harper, Sr. and wife, Elizabeth Harper, and Nolen Harper and wife, Barbara Harper conveyed the property therein described to William C. Ford, Trustee, to secure the indebtedness therein described, and the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust and note, and payment not having been made as demanded; and the undersigned, Joel E. Jordan, of 3326 Aspen Grove Drive #604, Franklin, Tennessee 37067, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee in the place and stead of William C. Ford, Trustee, said appointment being set forth in the Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, notice is hereby given that I, Joel E. Jordan, Substitute Trustee, having been requested so to do by the lawful owner of said indebtedness, will on Wednesday, February 3, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. at the North corner of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, free from equity of redemption, homestead and dower, and all other exemptions of every kind, all of which are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, the following described real estate in Tipton County, Tennessee: Lot 48 Witherington Bluff Estates

Sec. B as recorded in Plat Cabinet B, Slide 130 and 131 of the Tipton County Register’s Office to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particularly(sic) description of said lot. Subject to subdivision restrictions, building lines and easements at Plat Cabinet B, Slide 130, 131, and amendment to subdivision restrictions at Book 639, Page 836 in the Tipton County Register’s Office. Being the same property conveyed to Timothy Harper, Sr. and Nolen Harper by Warranty Deed from Charles L. Walker and Venita B. Walker, husband and wife, dated August 15, 1995 and recorded in Record Book 753, Page 835, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Included in this conveyance is a 1995 Limited Edition mobile home, Serial #SRP9615AL. This is improved property known as Lot 48, Tippy Drive, Millington, Tennessee. The 2009 taxes are currently due and payable. The 2008, 2007 and 2006 taxes are currently past due and delinquent. Said sale is subject to any and all unpaid taxes and any other prior claims, liens, easements, set back lines and restrictions. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. JOEL E. JORDAN Substitute Trustee STELTEMEIER & WESTBROOK, PLLC 3326 Aspen Grove Drive, #604 Franklin, Tennessee 37067 Insertion Dates: January 7, January 14 and January 21, 2009.

TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in payment of the debts and obligations to be paid by BOBBY L. HOWARD and wife, SCOTTIE LANE HOWARD as shown in a certain Deed of Trust dated the 26th day of September, 2003, to GLENN D. EVERTON, as Trustee, as the same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1100, Page 175; and BRIGHTON BANK, the owner of the debt secured, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that GLENN D. EVERTON will on Friday, January 29, 2010, commencing at 12:00 p.m. at the north door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to-wit: Situated in the County of Tipton and State of Tennessee: Lot 2B, Harris Commercial Subdivision, Phase II, Resubdivision of Lot 2, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 336, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Property address: 103-B Peeler Road, Covington, TN 38019 This being part of the same property conveyed to Bobby L. Howard and wife, Scottie Lane Howard by Quit Claim Deed of record at Book 833, Page 514, as corrected by Correction Deed of record at Book 855, Page 622, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Other interested parties: None. All right and equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Trustee. Sale made subject to lien for unpaid City and County property taxes; and any rights of existing tenants. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. TRUSTEE GLENN D. EVERTON Publication Dates: 01/07/10, 01/14/10, 01/21/10

Resubdivision of Lot 2, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 336, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Property address: 103-B Peeler Road, Covington, TN 38019 This being part of the same property conveyed to Bobby L. Howard and wife, Scottie Lane Howard by Quit Claim Deed of record at Book 833, Page 514, as corrected by Correction Deed of record at Book 855, Page 622, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Other interested parties: None. All right and equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Trustee. Sale made subject to lien for unpaid City and County property taxes; and any rights of existing tenants. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. TRUSTEE GLENN D. EVERTON Publication Dates: 01/07/10, 01/14/10, 01/21/10

NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO P2740 ESTATE OF Annabelle Grace Healea. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 21th day of December, 2009. Letters of Testamentary in the respect of the estate of Annabelle Grace Healea, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against her clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 31th day of December, 2009. Saundra R. Edwards, Executrix 31dec2wp Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO P2741 ESTATE OF Dale Richard Healea. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 21th day of December, 2009. Letters of Testamentary in the respect of the estate of Dale Richard Healea, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 31th day of December, 2009. Saundra R. Edwards, Executrix 31dec2wp Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO P2739 ESTATE OF Walter Marion Bailey. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 21th day of December, 2009. Letters of Testamentary in the respect of the estate of Walter Marion Bailey, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 31th day of December,

2009. Marie Epperson Metcalfe, Charles Metcalfe, Molly Lois Jackson, Co-Executors 31dec2wp Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO P2738 ESTATE OF Mary Lois Cochran. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 17th day of December, 2009. Letters of Administration in the respect of the estate of Mary Lois Cochran, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against her estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 31th day of December, 2009. Ashley Woods, Administratrix 31dec2wp

Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO P2737 ESTATE OF Dorothy Inez Smith Bringle. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 17th day of December, 2009. Letters of Testamentary in the respect of the estate of Dorothy Inez Smith Bringle, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against her estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 31th day of December, 2009. Kathy Ann Faught Stewart, Executrix 31dec2wp Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

Precautionary measures to keep the home warm and cozy through the winter months For many parts of the country, the summer of 2009 proved rather agreeable. Prolonged heat waves were an aberration rather than the norm while late summer seemed more like early fall than in years past. Though the weather made summer enjoyable, there is still a belief, be it warranted or not, that an agreeable summer will lead to a harsh winter. Regardless of what the weather will bring, however, homeowners need to prepare their homes for winter before the temperatures dip. Readying a home for winter can be done with a few simple chores. * Replace the furnace filters. Forced air heating systems can be especially taxing on filters. Come the following winter, if those old filters haven't been replaced, homeowners can expect heating costs to rise dramatically. But homeowners who purchase new filters before winter arrives can save money on the cost of filters, and the results of those new filters will show up on the bills once the colder weather arrives. * Seal the windows. Inspect the windows throughout a house before winter arrives. This can be done easier in fall than in the end of summer because the colder air of fall will make drafts from leaky windows much more noticeable. Kits for sealing windows are inexpensive, and sealing windows before winter arrives can save substantial amounts of money on the monthly heating bill. When sealing the windows or inspecting them

for leaks, it's also a good idea to remove screens and replace them with storm windows. This can ensure cold air stays out and the home stays warm. * Have the chimney thoroughly inspected. Homeowners with wood burning fireplaces should have their chimneys inspected by a professional chimney sweeper near the end of fall and before winter begins. Creosote, a dark brown oil used as a wood preservative, can buid up in a chimney and possibly lead to fires that can spread to the house. Chimney inspections can be free or relatively inexpensive and, if a home fire is avoided, are well worth the minimal cost. * Bring in the plants. Some plants can thrive throughout the winter if watered properly, so be sure to bring those in when doing a pre-winter property inspection. This would also be a good time to bring in any patio furniture or childrens' toys. Also be sure to bring in the grill before the winter season starts. For homeowners who still grill well into winter, consider a thick cover that can protect it from harsh winter storms. * Fix any cracks in the porch or sidewalk. Cracks in the front steps or sidewalk leading into the house can potentially prove hazardous once winter weather arrives. The season's first snowfall can cover up those cracks, but that doesn't mean they're not still there. Such cracks can result in trips or falls that, when coupled with winter ice, can potentially result in serious injury.

AGENDA HTL Advantage The Board of Directors of HTL Advantage will meet on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at 9:00 am at the Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce in Covington, Tennessee.

Call to Order – Jeff Huffman, Chairman

Invocation and Pledge

Approve Minutes from November 17, 2009 HTL Advantage Board Meeting – Jeff Huffman, Chairman

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Covington Self Storage 91 Peeler St. Covington, TN 38019 (901) 476-5760

Discuss and Approve 2009-2010 Activities and Expectations for HTL Advantage and Staff – Jeff Huffman, Chairman

Discuss and Approve Amendment to FY2010 HTL Advantage Annual Budget – Mayor Rod Schuh

Discuss and Consider FY2009 Annual Audit – Mayor David Gordon

January 19, 2010

Discuss and Consider Foreign Trade Zone Designation for HTL Advantage Region – Duane Lavery

The auction will begin at 9:00 am. We reserve the right to refuse any bid or unit for sale. All vehicles are sold as is, for parts only. Storage units will be sold at public auction to satisfy the owner’s lien.

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A01 Allegra Pierce G01 Stanley Clemons C06 Melvin Dowell

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Discuss Next Meeting Date and Location

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Other Business

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Adjourn

Discuss Any Updates: a. b. c.

Regional Economic Development Institute REDI I-40 Advantage Megasite in Haywood County Southwest Tennessee Education Program – STEP

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Almyra By Libby Click Happy New Year! Baby, it's cold outside. I've said it many a time, but now you can hardly open your mouth to repeat it. Missed the snow over the weekend. However, I hear there's a strong chance in the forecast. Our New Year's Eve was "quite" normal. Bed time routines never changed. It is kind of funny how the aging process holds a tight reign on things. All of my kids and grandkids went to their dad's in Murfreesboro for Christmas over the New Year weekend. Charlie and I took in a couple of movies over the holidays. First, "The Blind Side" and then "It's Complicated." Both good movies. My daughter, Sherri Ann and little Addie and I even got to go see "The Wizard of Oz," a play at the Orpheum. Thanks to my sister, Jackie Hicks, for the tickets. I use to go there when it was the old Malco theatre. Last week we had a very delicious meal prepared by Patsy Fee. We enjoyed the fellowship so much with Kathryn Malone, Joyce Byrd, Juanita Waits, Ted and Faye Wilson, Charles Todd and Johnny Moffatt. Thank you Patsy for all your hard work. The University of Memphis and Tennessee ball game was very good. Of course we were for the Tigers and they lost, but they did keep a good close range. Charlie and I were given tickets for Christmas from my son, Mike Scott, and his family for the Memphis and Houston game this month. Prior to the game we are having dinner at the Superior restaurant on Beale. I can show them our high school pictures from Humes. Can't wait. The holidays bring such joy to so many people. My friends Billy and Ann Chapman received a Christmas present from their son, Murray, to meet him in New Orleans to spend some time together. Ann's sister, Martha Jo Fernandez, went with them. On the way they stopped in Magee, Miss., and saw Paul and Betty Parks then visited friends of Martha Jo's in

Lucedale, Miss., Scott, Claire and Brittany Woods. While in New Orleans they enjoyed seeing all the old buildings and old homes that had all been restored. They even took a horse and buggy ride to the west side of town and went inside the beautiful Catholic cathedral, built in the 1800s. They visited the LaFayette Cemetery, established in 1833 and placed on the register of Historic places in 1872. Ann said just being away with family was so relaxing. Salem Presbyterian Church Worship is at 11 a.m. each Sunday morning. Rev. Charles Todd is the minister. Everyone always welcome. The ladies Bible study will meet Sunday, Jan. 10 from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. The Todds wish to thank the church for their love, prayers and support throughout the year. A special thanks from Barbara MacFarland for her support during her support. Kim Gray also send her thanks for the church's support throughout the year. Happy birthdays this week go to Joan Strong, David Wright and David Jones. Hope they are each the greatest. Sharon Presbyterian Church We welcome all members and visitors tot he fellowship of Sharon. Worship is at 9 a.m. each Sunday. Rev. Charles Todd is the minister. It was to cold for our Dunlap residents to be with us this week. Hopefully next week will be a little warmer. Covington Church of Christ Worship is at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. each Sunday. Bible study is at 9:30 a.m. Sunday mornings and 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings. Brother Mike Rogers is the minister and Brother Jeff Phillips is the associate minister. Visitors are always welcome. We have some happy new grandparents. Linda Gordon has a new granddaughter, Anslie Gordon, daughter of John and Katie Gordon. Anslie was born on Dec. 21. George and Paulette Watkins has a new granddaughter, Riley Georgette, born on Dec. 27. She is the daugh-

ter of Mike and Susan Griffin. Congratulations to each of you. Please remember our military, Brad Evins, Andy Harrington, Brittany Sallee, Deann Carter, Jordan Carpenter, Jacob Carpenter, Jessica Whaley, Bryce Mosley, Zachary Nance and my nephew, John Wallace. Please remember all our sick and prayer requests. Delores Whaley's mother is critically ill. Please remember Delores at this time and Kenneth Mason as he gets his test results this week. A neighbor and friend of ours, Charlene and Wayne Dalrymple finally got into their new home on New Year's Eve. They actually slept there. However, it was on the floor on mattresses. They had waited so long they were determined to get in before the year was out. Poor Wayne. He will have to get used to living next door to his old mother-in-law, Judy Dunaway, like my sonin-law, David Kidd did. The freezing temperatures don't stop Courtney Fee. Charlie and I see her walking all bundled up every day. I'm sure her doctor is very proud of her. I wish I was that committed. I spoke with a gentlemen this week who was sharing his story about the abuse of handicappied parking. He has a granddaughter, Hannah who is nine. She was diagnosed shortly after birth with a critical condition and cannot walk. The location of "handicapped parking van accessible" signs are for these circumstances. However, many people do not acknowledge this. We are asking if you see people abusing these circumstances maybe you can take down the tag numbers and call the local authorities. Best wishes little Hannah. We had Hayden, Matt and Luke Scott our for lunch at McDonalds on Monday. Last chance to eat lunch out before school starts back. Chase had spent the night away, so he wasn't home to go with us. It is so cold now, I actually stayed home and cooked this week. "I think" Charlie enjoyed that. Have a good week everyone and try and keep warm.

Charger Beat By STEVE HOLT Special to The Leader A BRIEF COMMENT…. Watch this space next week for a few words concerning CHS basketball and student/community support. I am claiming a little soapbox time. COUSAR RECEIVES SOCCER HONOR Congratulations are due to CHS’ Sarah Elizabeth Cousar who was named to the All West Tennessee Soccer Team by The Jackson Sun. Cousar scored 29 goals and had 14 assists for the Lady Chargers last season. ORATORICAL CONTEST The American Legion is proud to announce its 2010 High School Oratorical Contest. High school students who enter the competition are encouraged to: Embrace the U.S. Constitution- Rise to the Challenge- Strive for Excellence and Compete for Scholarships. Those students who wish to enter this competition should contact the CHS Guidance Office for an application and a chance to earn up to $22,500 in scholarships plus additional monies and expenses. For information on participating from Tipton County, contact Jim Hardin at jimhardin@bellsouth.net. For guidance and instructions, go to the following web page: www.legion. org/oratorical. The deadline to submit certified applications to compete in the District Competition is January 13, 2010. TUTORING ABOUNDS

Here are the faculty members offering tutoring for students. Contact them for their individual tutoring schedules. Mrs. Smith- Literature Mrs. Blackley - English Mrs. Lemons- French Mrs. Avis- English Mr. Byrd- Math SENIOR CORNER All newsletters and other important information will be updated monthly on the CHS website. Access the website at www.tipton-county.com/chs/ Seniors and their parents may contact senior counselor Mr. Richardson at 901-475-5860 or at his e-mail address: rrichardson@tipton-county.com Financial aid applications (FAFSA) for Pell Grants will become available Jan. 1, 2010. Grants do not have to be repaid and are awarded to students who demonstrate financial need. For more information check the website: www.fafsa.ed.gov. Parents and students will both need a PIN number for these grants. It is advisable to go ahead and get this done in December. Visit the Herd blogspot www.ctherd.blogspot.com/) for updated 200910 information concerning internships, scholarships and summer programs. TECH RECYCLING Remember to bring those printer cartridges that you are going to discard and old cell phones to CHS for re-cycling. CHS can turn them into points to use to buy needed technology products for the school. That is all for this week. See you nest time on The Charger Beat.

Dunlap Retirement Center By Kathy Keiter Hello everyone! Sure hope you all had a wonderful beginning of the year, 2010! I actually stayed up and saw it in this year. Last year at this time I was facing sinus surgery on the 6th, so I wasn’t feeling my best at that time. But I made up for it this year and stayed up until 2 a.m. We actually watched the ball drop at 11 p.m. eastern time and still stayed up. I guess I was afraid I was gonna miss something. Anyway, if you’re reading this column, I’d say we all survived the year 2009 and we need to be looking forward to 2010 and praying about what the Lord has in store for us. Some of our folks over here are nearing that 100 mark, so don’t you know they have seen a lot of changes. I love to sit and visit with them about old times past. We have a variety of folks from so many different walks of life. Such as being a model, a school teacher, a real estate agent and all kinds of interesting backgrounds that can take you to many places if you just take the time to listen. This is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had. Thank You Lord! Dunlap Retirement Center is a really unique place to live. We offer so many amenities. Not having to cook, clean or do laundry, (right Mr. Jerry?) are some of them. We play Bingo, party a lot, offer prayer services and Bible studies. We have nice wide sidewalks to take a walk, two at a time if you prefer. We even have a nice sitting bridge if you get tired on your stroll and want to rest. I feel like the main thing we have going for us here at Dunlap is the caring staff. We have house directors that love these people and take care of them like they would their own mom and dad. We have a maintenance man who cares and takes care of every one of these folks out here. Then we have Ruth Bartlett who, by the way, is celebrating her 21st year with us here at Dunlap on the 12th of this month! Congratulations Ruth, you do a wonderful job and we are blessed to have you on staff. Ruth makes sure our residents get the correct combination of the food pyramid they need to keep them as strong as possible at this time in their lives. That’s extremely important, but so are all three of these positions. I know if it were my mom or dad living out here it would be of very much importance to me for them to be treated with the upmost respect and dignity! Making sure they stay warm in the winter

and cool in the summer, and assuring they are offered a good variety of the right foods. Thanks staff, you’re the greatest ever! Saying all this, I just want everyone to know we are accepting new residents that meet the three qualifications the state requires for “Home for the Aged.” We are not an assisted living facility, nor are we a nursing home. We can assist them with their medication but they must be able to bathe themselves, dress themselves and get to the dining room to eat their meals, all unassisted. We are a small place; we only have 28 rooms and they are divided up into three buildings. You get that personal touch from every one of our staff! So if you or someone you know is in need of a place like ours, please call Kathy at 476-7014, and you can come out and take a tour! We also have three beautiful apartments that are for rent, so if you know anyone needing a place to live, please tell them about our independent living apartments here at Dunlap. We are non-profit, so when we have empty rooms, it sure puts a crunch on our budget. We have rooms available in the retirement buildings and some totally separate apartments. I’d like to say a great big “thank you” to troop #260 Boy Scouts for coming to put up and take down our Christmas yard decorations. Thank you Steve and Marilyn Schuetrumpf for making sure they all got put up. Ya’ll are the best! Also, thank you to Sandy Burgess and Carla Fletcher and their Girl Scout Troop #295, for coming and putting up and taking down the Christmas tree and all the decorations that made Dunlap look so Christmassy. Ya’ll are the best too. The Lord has truly blessed us with a community of adults who are training their children in the way they should go! (Proverbs 22:6) We can’t close this week without saying happy birthday to Beverly Hart. She will be….. on the 12th. Of course I would never tell how old she is, but I tell you one thing, she does not look a day over 30! Happy birthday Bev, we love you so much! Sure hope everyone has a blessed and Christ centered week, and don’t forget to give someone a hug this week! Love you all. Thank you for reading my column and letting me know you enjoy it! God bless!

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Local fitness clubs see rise in enrollment, offer advice for healthier 2010 By REBECCA GRAY rgray@covingtonleader.com The start of the New Year is a time when many people make a resolution to lose weight and live healthier. Tipton County certainly boasts the resources to help anyone reach his or her fitness goals, and local health clubs have seen a rise in their enrollment for the month of January. ATC, or Around the Clock Fitness in Brighton, has seen a significant rise in memberships. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were slammed, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just crazy, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so busy we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see straight. We sold 28 memberships in one day, just on Monday, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no telling what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to see this week,â&#x20AC;? said Connie Newman, who is the manager for ATC Brighton. She says that new members are eager to start off the year with a gym membership as part of their new yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions and from January to May, the facility sees an influx of new members. The facilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular membership package is the premium package that includes unlimited tanning and access to all eight of ATCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s locations in Brighton, Millington, Memphis, Cordova, Bartlett and Arlington and Olive Branch, Miss., and Senatobia, Miss. The premium package costs $25 plus tax per month and includes sign-up fees. Newman says that for anyone to reach their fitness goals, they have to stay consistent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t set goals that you cannot realistically reach,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Always set your goals where you know you can reach them. We will often sit down and talk to clients to see what they want to accomplish and we try to tell them how quickly they can get to their goal. It will take time to get the

weight off, but be consistent because it will come off.â&#x20AC;? Newman says she is not a fan of â&#x20AC;&#x153;diets.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell anyone in here to go on a diet because you set yourself up to fail. Just eat everything in moderation and change one thing at a time,â&#x20AC;? says Newman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Change what you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner, gradually. If you go in and change everything at once, it backfires, but when you gradually add change, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to go through â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;withdrawal symptoms.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to eat, and eat sensibly, to keep your metabolism running.â&#x20AC;? She recommends eating three meals and two snacks each day. Newman says that the real challenge is trying to keep weight off. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You set your goals, then you reach them, but when you reach your goals, you have to stay there. You stay consistent, but you really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to work as hard to maintain what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already done,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t procrastinate, go on and do it. If not here at ATC, then somewhere. If you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford a membership, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll give you a program to follow. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really just about everybody getting healthy and feeling better, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what I want.â&#x20AC;? For more information, call ATC Brighton at 837-1001. They are located at 1828 N. Highway 51. Curves for Women coowner Linda McKinley says that January is typically the busiest month of the year at the facility at 1186 Highway 51 South in Covington. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Enrollment increases not just at the beginning of January but between January and February. A lot of people are thinking forward to swimsuit season,â&#x20AC;? says McKinley. Curves offers a $30 for 30 Days special which runs

through January. This is one way for clients to try out the facility without signing a contract. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Curves believes in losing weight without permanent dieting, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a program that teaches you to lose weight and how to eat healthy,â&#x20AC;? says McKinley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once you reach your goal weight, you can then live your life without dieting. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not realistic to drop more than a pound a week and be able to keep it off. The first 10 pounds you lose may be mostly water weight.â&#x20AC;? McKinley says that encouragement is a big part of the equation of the Curves program. Women of all shapes, sizes, ages and races work out at Curves and enjoy the conversations and the friendships that develop among clients. McKinley says that specific goals should be set when embarking on a fitness plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Set realistic goals and set goals that can be met over a smaller amount of time, then set another one,â&#x20AC;? says McKinley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aim to lose 10 pounds at a time, then set a goal to lose 10 more.â&#x20AC;? She says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to treat yourself with foods that should be eaten in moderation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Allow yourself a little bit of something. You have to treat yourself with a little bit or else you will overindulge. Just indulge sensibly,â&#x20AC;? says McKinley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Learn to fill up on vegetables. Mentally we are all used to a big plate of food, so find the healthier options to fill you up. Snacks are very important. Have healthy snacks, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t starve yourself and just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep temptations in your house.â&#x20AC;? McKinley says that in order to focus on staying in shape, she encourages clients to walk whenever they can for extra exercise.

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Richard Conner of Atoka spends Wednesday morning working out at the Sportsplex in Covington. The local fitness centers in the area have seen an increase in enrollment this month.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why sit somewhere and talk when you can walk and talk? Walk somewhere or take stairs instead of an elevator,â&#x20AC;? says McKinley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adding that extra walking helps you lose weight and gives you that extra boost. It all boils down to the same thing: to keep going, eat healthfully and exercise, set small goals and accomplish them and keep moving. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about attitude.â&#x20AC;? For more information, call Curves at 475-4888. Amy Payne, director of Covington Parks and Recreation, says that Sportsplex in Covington has seen a 20-30 percent increase in clients and accommodates current members that start to work out more frequently at the start of the year. A new Zumba aerobics class also begins this month at the facility. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the biggest thing is to set a realistic goal that can be reached,â&#x20AC;? says Payne. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also helpful if you have a friend or co-worker to work out with because that holds you accountable with them because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not pursuing that on your own. If you stick with a regimen long enough to see results,

thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what encourages you to continue on with working out.â&#x20AC;? Payne says that Sportsplex prides itself on cultivating relationships with clients. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a smaller facility, we know all the clients that come through the door,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for advice and people to greet you, everybody knows your name. We make sure we get to know all of our clients that come in.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;If a client is family oriented, the whole family

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