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Winter weather pummels McNairy Massive winter weather system moves through Tennessee, ices over McNairy Co. By Angele Latham Editor

Staff photo by Janet Rail

Joyner Pharmacy in Selmer saw some snow accumulation early Monday morning, even before the biggest wave approached Selmer. Roads remain treacherous in the area as more snow is predicted throughout Wednesday and Thursday.

After weeks of nearmisses and fluctuating temperatures, the groundhog was proven right as a massive weather system moved into the area Sunday evening, bringing icy roads and heavy snowfall to the majority of Tennessee. McNairy County at first appeared to have missed most of the large snow, sleet and ice mixture that was hitting the rest of West Tennessee. Conditions worsened throughout mid-morning on Monday, however, as the storm front slammed into the area. As part of the first of two winter weather systems expected to hit this week, Monday’s brought a thick mixture of snow and ice across the county, making roads nearly impassable and visibility low. “The roads here are really bad,” County Road Su-

perintendent Harvey Neal Smith said Monday afternoon. “The backroads are the worst.” According to Smith, part of the struggle facing the county in weather such as this is the lack of road equipment. “The county doesn’t have any salt equipment or any pretreatment equipment,” he said. “Of course some of the cities do and the state does, but we basically can’t do anything to the roads until the storm is over. We do have snow plows, so we will begin to plow when we see the end of it. But we can’t do much more of anything until it’s over.” Tennessee Department of Transportation “has been doing some plowing and some salting,” according to Smith, though road conditions continued to be extremely treacherous through Tuesday. “Even the highways are

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Selmer Walmart pharmacy to begin administering COVID-19 vaccine By Angele Latham Editor

The distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine is about to see another push forward as a new federal retail pharmacy program will allow local retail pharmacies to carry and distribute the vaccine, including Selmer’s Walmart, according to a statement released by the Tennessee Department of Health. The first phase of the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination launched in Tennessee on February 12, with select pharmacies offering vaccinations in accordance with the state’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan. 121 Walmart Pharmacies across Tennessee will offer COVID-19 vaccines, and will follow the vaccine phasing in the county which they are located. The vaccinations will, of course, be provided at no cost to patients.

Staff photo by Janet Rail

Selmer Walmart

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Dunavant, U.S. Attorney for West TN, announces resignation By Angele Latham Editor

D. Michael Dunavant, U.S. attorney for the western district of Tennessee, has announced that he will be resigning, effective February 28, 2021.

McNairy Co. COVID-19 Cases as of February 15

Dunavant served in the office since September 2017 after being appointed by then-President Donald Trump. During his time as U.S. Attorney, Dunavant was involved in the investigation, prosecution and litigation of all criminal and civil cases brought on behalf of the United States in West Tennessee, including numerous cases from and involving McNairy County.

Two cases of note involving McNairy County included the sentencing of Michael Harris, who was “sentenced as a career drug offender to life imprisonment for methamphetamine trafficking,” and the case of Gene Howell, of Selmer, who was sentenced to 38 years in fed-

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County’s COVID-19 7-day average case rate hits zero for first time since May By Angele Latham

Total Tested 19,142 Cases 2,589 Deaths 49 Recovered 2,508

Editor

In a very exciting bit of good news, McNairy County’s COVID-19 case numbers, which have seen a steady decline since late December, have hit a 0.0 seven-day average of new cases for the first time since May. The beautiful number was hit on February 15, after also hitting -3.6 on February 10. McNairy County can also currently boast the lowest infection-rate-per-1000people in all of its surrounding counties,

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Graph courtesy of the Tennessee Health Department

As reported last week by the Independent Appeal, McNairy County’s COVID-19 case numbers continue to improve. For the first time since May, the county reported a 0.0 seven-day average of new cases on February 15, and a -3.6 on February 10.

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treacherous,” he said. To add onto the mess, another round of winter weather--this one with heavier snow forecasted-is expected to hit the area beginning Wednesday morning and continuing through Thursday. “We’ve got more snow predicted for Wednesday and Thursday, so we’ll be working, you know, doing what we can,” Smith said. “If somebody calls, something needs to be done, we’ll take care of it. But right now there’s just not a lot we can do without the right equipment until the snow is over.” “At this time every roadway is covered with ice,” said Lieutenant Barry Siler, of the Tennessee Highway Patrol. “TDOT has been working most of the night trying to clear US Highways 45 and 64. Both are still treacherous. I’ve

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been down Hwy 57 from Big Hill Pond State Park to Pickwick State Park and it’s solid ice.” Siler adds that road conditions will continue to be extremely hazardous, and encourages emergency travel only. TDOT will continue to focus on major highways, not secondary highways. McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck reported similar conditions Monday afternoon. “The road conditions are absolutely horrible,” he said. Although the Sheriff’s Office does not respond to accidents, Buck could confirm that very few accidents had been reported in the county Monday morning, “people are staying home and doing what they’re supposed to be doing.” “It’s bad, the roads are bad here,” he said. “The lack of accidents is not indication of how bad the roads are. It’s really bad here.”

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Staff photo by Janet Rail

Downtown Selmer became iced over quickly as the winter weather system blew through McNairy County Monday morning. The area was an early victim to the snow and ice accumulation that struck before the main fronts moved through. Conditions are expected to worsen as Wednesday and Thursday’s front, with predicted heavier snowfall, settles into the area.

Photo courtesy of Adamsville Police

Highway 117 in Adamsville became treacherous in the very early hours of Monday morning, along with numerous other roads in the city, as reported by Adamsville Police Chief Daniel Vandiver. Roads like Highway 22 and Highway 64 were similarly affected. “Sides streets are covered,” he said. A traffic light in the area had also gone out due to the cold, adding another layer of danger to the already early-impassable roads.

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eral prison for “two armed bank robberies in McNairy and Henderson counties.” “Nearly three and a half years ago I was provided the professional honor of a lifetime,” Dunavant said in an official statement. “To be able to serve the district where I was born, raised and educated, and for which I have tremendous love and respect, was a remarkable experience.” Other initiatives of note include: • The reinvigoration of the Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Task Force in Memphis, and recruiting the addition of new agents and resources from partner law enforcement agencies. In the first year in office, Dunavant dramatically increased the number of federal firearms cases filed by over 58 percent, and the number of defendants charged with firearms offenses by over 68 percent, leading to a two-year total decrease of 13.1 percent in overall violent crime and reported gun crime rates from 2017 to 2019. • The leading of the DOJ Public Safety Partnership (PSP) Initiative with local team stakeholders in West Tennessee to receive federal resources for law enforcement training and technical assistance to “enhance data-driven, evidence-based local strategies for violence reduction;” and the leading and hosting of the National PSP Symposium on Violent Crime in Memphis in September 2019. • Serving on the Gulf Coast High Intensity Drug Traf-

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ficking Area (HIDTA) Executive Board, which continued funding to implement and sustain the Heroin Initiative, a joint coordinated effort between the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Shelby County District Attorney’s Office, DEA and the MPD Organized Crime Unit that “exclusively targets crimes and overdoses involving the distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioids.” Also Dunavant while serving on the HIDTA Executive Board, Dunavant was part of a successful proposal to add and designate Madison County, Tennessee as a new county in the Gulf Coast HIDTA Region, which will “significantly expand the law enforcement resource footprint in West Tennessee for drug investigations and interdiction.” • Participating in the DOJ Appalachian Regional Prescription Opioid (ARPO) Strike Force, “working closely with other state and federal law enforcement agencies to identify, investigate and prosecute cases involving healthcare fraud and unlawful distribution and diversion of prescription opioids by medical professionals,” which resulted in the indictments of 16 medical professionals in Memphis and Jackson in 2019.

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They will be available by appointment only. These retail locations will be in addition to the almost 400 vaccination sites already offered by hospitals, federally-qualified and faith-based health centers. county health departments and community pharmacies. Tennesseans who are currently eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccination per the state Vaccination Plan will also have access to the vaccines at additional pharmacies across the state through this new program. McNairy County is currently in the 1a1, 1a2 and 1b risk stage, which include and the 70 years and older age stage. “We continue to advocate for Tennesseans by maximizing every dose of COVID-19 vaccine made available for people in our state,” said Tennessee Health Commissioner Dr. Lisa Piercey. “We are eager to collaborate with our federal partners to expand access to this vital resource for Tennesseans in the communities where they live and work.” A total of one million total doses of the Moderna vaccine are being provided for the first week of the program nationwide, with additional doses being allocated to the program

weekly, based on the available supply of COVID-19 vaccines. According to the official statement, these vaccine allocations are in addition to the weekly allocation going to states and may initially be limited in quantity. Other retail participants in the program include: • Walgreens (including Duane Reade) • CVS Pharmacy, Inc. (including Long’s) • Walmart, Inc. (including Sam’s Club) • Rite Aid Corp. • The Kroger Co. (including Kroger, Harris Teeter, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Ralphs, King Soopers, Smiths, City Market, Dillons, Mariano’s, Pick-nSave, Copps, Metro Market) • Publix Super Markets, Inc. • Costco Wholesale Corp. • Albertsons Companies, Inc. (including Osco, Jewel-Osco, Albertsons, Albertsons Market, Safeway, Tom Thumb, Star Market, Shaw’s, Haggen, Acme, Randalls, Carrs, Market Street, United, Vons, Pavilions, Amigos, Lucky’s, Pak n Save, Sav-On) • Hy-Vee, Inc. • Meijer Inc. • H-E-B, LP • Retail Business Services, LLC (including Food Lion, Giant Food, The Gi-

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While most of Tennessee remains slightly behind schedule on vaccine distribution, due to low supply and increasingly high demand, most counties are on risk phases 1a1, 1a2, and some are on 1b. Most are on age phases 70 years and older. McNairy County is on 1a1, 1a2 and 1b risk phases, and also serving those who are 70 years and older. With the new addition of retail pharmacies, it is hoped that new phases will be more quickly attained. ant Company, Hannaford Bros Co, Stop & Shop) • Southeastern Grocers • Topco Associates, LLC (including Acme Fresh Markets, Associated Food Stores, Bashas, Big-Y Pharmacy and Wellness Center, Brookshire’s Pharmacy, Super One Pharmacy, FRESH by Brookshire’s Pharmacy, Coborn’s Pharmacy, Cash Wise Pharmacy, MarketPlace Pharmacy, Giant Eagle, Hartig Drug Company, King Kullen, Food City Pharmacy, Ingles Pharmacy, Raley’s, Bel Air, Nob Hill Pharmacies, Save Mart Pharmacies, Lucky Pharmacies, SpartanNash, Price Chopper, Market 32, Tops Friendly Markets, ShopRite, Wegmans, Weis Markets, Inc.) • CPESN USA, LLC

• GeriMed (long-term care and retail pharmacies) • Good Neighbor Pharmacy and AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation’s pharmacy services administrative organization (PSAO), Elevate Provider • Health Mart Pharmacies • Innovatix (long-term care pharmacies) • LeaderNET and Medicine Shoppe, Cardinal Health’s PSAOs • Managed Health Care Associates (retail and long-term care pharmacies) Walmart is the only one of these participating in Tennessee, currently. For more general information on the program, visit www.cdc.gov/

County fixes flood damaged roads By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy County Highway Department is caught up from floods that filled the county July 1. The floods brought six inches of rain in a 12 hour period and swelled streets, homes and businesses in Selmer and Bethel Springs with water. An estimated 50 streets were damaged during the flood. About $4 million has been spent to pave roads in the county, with about $5 million remaining for highways. “We do have a proposed list (of roads),” McNairy

vaccines/covid-19/retail-pharmacy-program/index.html. Tennesseans can learn what phase of the state’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan they’re in at https:// covid19.tn.gov/covid-19-vaccines/ county-vaccine-information/. To learn more about Walmart’s vaccine program, or to schedule an appointment, visit www.walmart. com/covidvaccine. To see all participating Walmarts in the state, visit https://corporate.walmart.com/media-library/ d o c u m e n t / c ov i d - 1 9 - v a c c i n e locations-walmart-and-samsclubs-tennessee-2-9-21/_ proxyDocument?id=0000017787e1-db6e-a377-87eb419b0000.

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County Highway Superintendent Harvey Neal Smith said. “We are trying to get the most heavily traveled roads first.” Smith said another project, the Mt. Vinson Bridge was originally set to begin Feb. 15. The bridge is a 90-day project with an estimated cost of $367,000. He also announced the state would pave Old 45 at Guys.

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Notice: Due to inclement weather, reporters at the Independent Appeal and staff at the McNairy County Justice Complex were unable to provide the usual weekly reports for the “McNairy County Sheriff’s Office reports” section. This section will be back next week as usual. Thank you!

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with only 8,788 positive tests per 100,000 residents, beating out Hardeman County (12,777 positive tests per 100,000 residents), Chester County (9,957 positive tests per 100,000 residents) and Hardin County (10,469 positive tests per 100,000 residents). This is the lowest it has been in some time. Despite the difference in numbers, Hardin and Hardeman Counties have now joined McNairy County in the “yellow” ranking from the White House Task Force, making them two of the twenty counties in the state to achieve that ranking. While this news is extremely encouraging, it does not mean that there are not cases. The sharp decline in case positivity can also be influence by people simply not getting tested--though the hope is simply that the slow roll out of the vaccine has started stemming the flow of new cases. Indeed, compared to the hospitalization rates and ventilator usage across the state, the numbers do seem to indicate a decrease in severe COVID-19 cases and hospitalization. While hope for a relatively COVID-19-free world is on the horizon, readers are still warned to be cautious in light of the variant strains that are popping up globally. According to Tennessee Department of Health, seven specimens collected across the state in early January and were sent to the CDC for analysis, and two were confirmed to be the B117 variant, a slightly modified version of COVID-19. Tennessee is one of more than 20 states now reporting new COVID-19 strains. The CDC confirms that the new strain could be more contagious than other known strains of the coronavirus, though it doesn’t appear to be more severe than its original face. “Viruses constantly change and new variants are expected to occur over time,” said TDH in a statement. “This does not change our response to COVID-19 in Tennessee, but serves as a reminder of the need for continued vigilance and practice of simple actions we can all take to prevent further spread of COVID-19: wash hands frequently, limit gatherings, maintain social distance, wear a mask in public and get vaccinated when you qualify to do so.”

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Above: McNairy County currently has the lowest positive-tests-per-100,000 people of the surrounding counties, beating out Hardeman, Hardin and Chester counties. Below: COVID-19 trends in West Tennessee as a whole do not match McNairy County’s trends. Although similar in the general downward slide after late December, West Tennessee as a region is beginning to see an uptick in cases again.

County uses grants to purchase 14 new vehicles By Joel Counce Staff Writer

McNairy County has purchased 14 new vehicles without using additional taxpayer funds from county residents. The vehicles include: including five McNairy County Sheriff’s Office Dodge Durangos, two McNairy County Highway Department Chevrolet

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a medical incident command trailer. “We matched the grant for the fire truck with another grant,” McNairy County Mayor Larry Smith said. “We had to pay about $48,000 originally, but we used state aid grant money to cover it. We were allowed to do that after we had the money budgeted.” The Pleasant Site fire truck is the first new vehicle for the department in 17 years. “Our previous tanker held 1,500 gallons,” Pleasant Site Chief Lynn Thomas said. “This one holds 3,000 gallons. “Out here in the county, water supply is the biggest issue. There aren’t many hydrants. This tanker will be a tremendous help.” Another 3,000 gallon pumper tanker will be added the McNairy County Fire Department fleet in March. The five Dodge Durangos for the McNairy County Sheriff’s Department were paid for with about $150,000 in state aid grant money. The 2020 Ford F-150 for the McNairy County Fire Department replaces an early-90s model Ford

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Lynn Thomas has served as the Pleasant Site fire chief since 1992. The department was awarded its first new truck in 17 years last month. Crown Victoria. Another grant paid for a Homeland Security 2021 Ford F-250 pickup to be housed at the Finger Fire Department. The truck, which was purchased in August, will serve District 10– comprised of Chester, Decatur, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson and Madison – and mutually serves the counties within it. “If anything major happens in District 10, we send a

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Success or Failure is a State of Mind Bryan Golden Columnist

What makes the difference between someone who is successful and a person who is not? Is it money, education, knowledge, intelligence, or skills? No, it’s something else. There are numerous examples of people becoming successful who had no money, little education, minimal knowledge, average intelligence, and few skills. The difference between success and failure is mindset. Successful people have a different attitude than those who fail. This means that with the proper state of mind, anyone can follow the road to success. This is great news because it means that anyone, at any time, regardless of past experiences or background, is free to chose success over failure. If you are not currently on a success track, you can decide today to change your direction. Recognize the power of your attitude and thoughts. Believe the sky’s the limit. You can achieve anything you believe. If you believe something is possible, you are right. Your mindset programs your brain. Your actions are based on your thoughts. Successful people visualize themselves as successful before they even start. So, think of yourself as successful, and as deserving success. Since willpower is a foundation of success, believing in your ability to succeed is an essential first step. Make a commitment to your success. Focus like a laser beam on your success. Eliminate distractions along with unproductive tasks. Any dilution of your efforts detracts from goal achievement. A can-do, will-do spirit is virtually unstoppable. Your success mindset includes the determination to find solutions for any problems, along with overcoming any obstacles encountered. Successful people are adept problem solvers. They understand that failure only occurs if they give up. Part of a success mindset is radiating happiness and optimism despite any challenges you are facing. Optimism empowers you to find opportunities which otherwise would remain hidden. Optimism also keeps you moving forward if you stumble and fall. Strive to create an unlimited, inspired, creative, and plentiful life. Don’t limit yourself with negative thoughts. Develop an attitude of abundance by being thankful for all you have right now. Take full advantage of new opportunities. They identify possibilities you may not have been aware of. Success requires you to adapt to changing situations as needed. An open mind allows you to make needed adjustments as you progress. Have a growth mindset where you strive to expand your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Success is enhanced through constant growth and learning. Knowledge expands your options. Seek to learn at least one new thing each week. Leave your comfort zone. Reach out to create meaningful life experiences. Don’t allow fear to create roadblocks. Things that don’t work as planned are learning opportunities, not failure. Give yourself credit for any accomplishment, regardless of how small. Keep your attitude positively charged by associating with other like-minded, success-oriented people. Don’t listen to naysayers. People without a success mindset tend to criticize those who have one. Think before you speak or act. Have a long-term vision of where you want to go. Keep that picture in your mind. Success is intentional, not accidental. Have clear goals along with a workable plan. Activate your plan through action. Don’t fear success. Never feel guilty for working toward, or achieving success. Success enriches your life while putting you in a position where you can guide others to their success. Life takes effort, regardless of whether you are succeeding or struggling. So, you may as well devote your energy to achieving success. Chose a success mindset. Maintain a can-do attitude. Believe you will be successful. Focus on your desired goals. Motivate yourself with positive self-talk. Program your mind to never, ever give up. --------NOW AVAILABLE: “Dare to Live Without Limits,” the book. Visit www.BryanGolden.com or your bookstore. Bryan is a management consultant, motivational speaker, author, and adjunct professor. E-mail Bryan at bryan@columnist.com or write him c/o this paper.  2021

Seeing Beyond David Coy Columnist

There is the principle known as seeing beyond what we can see. All that we can see before us, especially in the midst of our journey with grief may be our own sorrows and personal loss. During this time we could be experiencing tunnel vision. Further, it may be that we are not able to see a bright future in our foreseeable or not foreseeable future. It has been the case more than once that after a loss a person is unable to see their purpose for their life any further. I remember one such example. This person had children and grandchildren that most sincerely needed their continued involvement, yet they could not or would not see it. They did not see beyond what they could see to realize they were needed from those around them and possibly those whom they were unaware. We are told that faith is a conviction of things not seen based upon evidence. We may not understand why what has happened to us to bring upon us sorrow. Likewise, we may not understand what our usefulness is now that they for whom our life revolved are no more. What we should know is as long as we are alive we have a purpose to fulfill even if we do not know what that purpose is. There are always people who look up to us as examples just as there are people ready to walk with us in our journey. We do not have to walk alone. In fact, we are also told to bear one another’s burdens. We need to look out for one another more than ever before. Reaching out to each other for moral and grief support is a good place to focus. One good way to accomplish that is through grief support group. Another is seeking someone to share and speak about what has happened in our life. --------This is Sunrise Aftercare, sunrise@sfdcares.com

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The philosophy counter of the Mule Barn coffee shop Slim Randles Columnist

If you didn’t know what time of the year it was, or what the weather was like, you could tell simply by eavesdropping at the philosophy counter of the Mule Barn coffee shop. Let’s give it a try. “Good to see you here, Doc,” said Herb Collins. “That warm water on the battery trick work for you?” “Thanks, Herb. Yep. I tried it this morning. What’s that you got there?” “Travel thingie. You know it’s more than 80 degrees in Guatemala … right now?” “Saw a deal on TV,” Dud said. “They’re water skiing in Florida. You can go fishing down there all year round.” “You going to Guatemala, Herb?” said Doc. “Maybe. Been thinking about it. I don’t know much Spanish, though.” “All you need to know,” said Dud, “is ‘Hace mucho calor,’ Herb.” “What’s that mean?” “Sure is hot!” “I was just thinking yesterday,” said Doc, “of the unsung beauty of sweat. You know, we take sweat for grant-

ed in summer. Heck, we even dislike it and go swimming to wash it off.” “That’s a fact,” Dud said. “But I think it would be kinda fun to sweat right now. You know, just sit in a hot sun and bask like an old lizard and sip iced tea…” “… and wear dark glasses,” said Herb. “ … and watch girls in bikinis,” said Dud. They looked at him. “Around here?” “Well, no. I mean, Guatemala or Florida, you know.” “Yeah,” said Herb. “Guatemala.” About that time Loretta came up. “You boys want your coffees topped off, or should I just turn the hose on you?” They shoved their cups forward and grinned. “Sale on snow shovels down at the hardware store,” said Doc. “Heard that,” said Dud. --------Brought to you by Dogsled: A True Tale of the North, by Slim Randles. Available at Amazon.com.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to members of our community who are serving in the armed forces: • PFC Casey William Akin • Spc. Allen Alexander • AA Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy • Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett • Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew L. Barkley, US Navy • Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC • Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC • Petty Officer 3rd Class Katie Lynn Bizzell, US Navy • Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army • Staff Sgt. Adam Court, USAF • Sgt. James P. Crain • Tony Crouse, U.S. Army • Senior Airman Aaron J. Cull U.S. Airforce • Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • Capt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC • Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force • Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Force • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison

• Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC • PV2 Jana Estes • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson • PV2 Ashley Freeman, US Army • A1C Ian James Furman, Mountain View, Idaho • PV2 Skyler Gammill, US Army • Pvt. Adam Gray, US Army • Daniel Gray, USMC Lance Corporal • Sgt. Rob Gray, US Army • A1C Stephanie Lynn Griffin, USAF • Captain Dustin Hamm, USMC • PFC Isaac Harville • Staff Sgt. James Taylor Haubrich, US Air Force • Col. (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • Spc. Matthew Hemby, Army • Sgt. Brian W. Hendrix • Sgt. Timothy Hixon • Staff Sergeant Brian Lee Hood • Pvt. Alex Johnson, US Army • Sgt. Ricky L. Jordan, USMC • Petty Officer 1st Class Arnold Jermaine Knight • Army Officer Major James Lax • Sgt. Joseph Lilly • Sgt. Michael C. Lipford -Army Service Member • Spc. Ritchie A. McCrary • Spc. Dustin McDonald • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF

• Joshua Lane Meek, Army • AO3 Kevin Dewayne Mettlin, Navy • Cpl. Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • SSgt. Patrick Michael Moore, Nat. Guard • A1C Kassidy N. Mosier Deneen, USAF • A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF • Cpl. Dallas Nelms, USMC • Sgt. Major Paula Norris • Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC • Spc. Joseph Payne, US Army Nat. Guard • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • Spc. William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. Guard • Spc. Robert H. Pittman, II • Sgt. David Poole, National Guard • Cpl. James Scott Powell • Cpl. John M. Powell • Airman Cameron B. Prater, Air Force • Ernest Purez, Air Force • Pvt. Samuel Bradford Ray, Army • E4 Sophia Reinke • Sgt. Charlie Rickman, US Army • John Robinson US Navy • Staff Sgt. Ryan Robinson Air Force • Angel Rodriguez, Petty Officer US Navy • Spc. Blake Rudd • Specialist Robert Rzasa • Sabion Sanders, USAF A1C

• Veronica Sebree, Navy Chief Officer • Alan Seigers, Army • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy • Spc. Hector Soto, Jr., Army • LT Kevin Shelton, Navy • Cpl. Jeremy Tyler Sisk • ITS Rusty Smith, US Navy • Preston Cross Smith, U.S. Air Force • Cpl. Sam Speck, USMC • Sgt. Shaun Spicher, USMC • Sgt. Richard A. Ssesanga, US ARMY • Airman Nathaniel A. Stout • Spc. Daniel Sullivan, Army • 2nd Lt. Chad Sweaton, Army • Spc. Dakota Taylor, National Guard • Jeremy Thompson • Cpl. Logan Gage Ward, U.S.M.C. • ET3 Jeremy Wilbanks, US Coast Guard • Pvt. Demaro Wiley, SC, Army National Guard • A1C Logan James Williams, USAF • Joseph Lloyd Williams MM3 US Navy • Master Sgt. Stanley Wilson, USAF - Retired • Spc. Jeffrey Witoszczak U.S. Army • Petty Officer 1st Class (CTNI) James M. Wolford EDITOR’S NOTE: If a loved one has had a change in status, contact us at (731) 645-5346.

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OBITUARIES

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Cletus Nixon

Annie Sue Jernigan Atkinson

Gordon Everett Hester

Jeff Harville, minister of the Liberty Church of Christ presided over a graveside service for Cletus Wayne Nixon at Liberty Cemetery in Michie, Tenn. at noon, Saturday, February 6, 2021. Family requested that friends please be sure to sign the guest book so that we will have a memory of your presence. Due to Covid rules, masks and social distancing were required. Mr. Nixon died Thursday, February 4, 2021.He was born July 24, 1945. He was born at his home with love surrounding him welcomed by his young parents and his grandparents. He brought so much joy to his young parents and grandparents. He was the oldest of five children and we all considered him “the boss” of us all. He had a way of making us feel he was always in charge, looking over us and out for us, but did so with a sense of humor that always kept us entertained. He attended elementary school at Ramer Elementary and later transferred to Michie High School, graduating in 1963. He was enlisted in the National Guard and did basic training at Fort Campbell, Ky. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He was gifted in fixing just about anything but especially enjoyed working on his early cars and making them go faster than they were intended to go. He would come up with a way to go fast enough to be the winner of the local drag racing if possible. He was always proud of his racing trophies that he had won. Right out of high school, he joined his daddy to work at the Wurlitzer Piano Company in Corinth, Miss. He worked there until it closed its doors. He was also employed by Waste Management in Corinth. He loved being outdoors with his dogs and horses. He was happiest when he could be outdoors with nature. As a longtime friend said this morning when they learned of his passing, “This world will not be the same without a Cletus Nixon in it.” He is survived by a daughter, Cindy Baxter and husband Heath, and two granddaughters Madison Lain Caldwell and Madilyn Suzanne Caldwell. He was the proud Papaw to a great granddaughter, Karleigh Lane. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews and cousins that loved him very much. He was a fun big brother to three sisters and a brother that loved him dearly. He is also survived by them, Carita Kuykendall, Peggy Moore (David), Marilyn Dodd (John), Randy Nixon (Jana). He was preceded in death by his father, Cletus Arno Nixon and mother Opal Nixon, the mother of his child, Betty Jayne Austin Nixon. He was also preceded in death by a great granddaughter Kenzley Jane and a nephew, Brad Moore and paternal grandparents, George and Anna Nixon and maternal grandparents, Audie and Jennie Mask. Over the last two years, he has been cared for by his loving sister Peggy. She and her daughter Michelle, Cletus Wayne’s niece have daily provided him with the love, care and support that he needed. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.memorialcorinth.com for the Nixon family. Arrangements are under the care of Memorial Funeral Home.

Annie Sue Jernigan Atkinson, 93, of Bartlett, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, February 4, 2021. Mrs. Atkinson was born on October 20, 1927 in Hornsby. She married John D. Atkinson, Jr., on January 17, 1953 and he preceded her in death on October 26, 1999. She retired from Sears where she worked as a catalog order processor. Prior to joining Christ Church in 2016, she was a long-time member of Rugby Hills Baptist Church in Frayser. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Minnie Jernigan; a sister, Hazel Jackson; two brothers, Roger and her twin, Joe; and three sons-in-law, Kenneth McDonald, Don Miller and Ronnie Alberson. Services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at Shackelford Funeral Directors chapel in Bolivar with Bill Peace officiating. Burial was in Hatchie Cemetery near Hornsby. Survivors include her three daughters, Charlotte Arkinson of Mason; Wanza Miller-Alberson of Millington and Kathy McDonald of Bartlett; two granddaughters, Crystal (Kevin) Curle and Kenzy (Preston) Poole; three great granddaughters, Kailah Curle, Kelsey Curle and Anniston (Annie) Jean Poole; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions in her name may be sent to Hatchie Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.

Gordon Everett Hester (Poppa) was born on March 14, 1940 in Somerville, Tenn. He graduated from Selmer High School in 1958. Poppa loved any opportunity to share about the glory days where his football team went undefeated his senior year. He was versatile playing guard and any other position the coach requested. Even after 60 years, Gordon still cherished many friendships from his childhood and school days at Selmer. Gordon was united in marriage to Almeda H. Michael (Meda) on June 30, 1958. They honored their vows for 62 years even through his final days. He found abundant joy in cutting the first rose each spring for Meda and in spoiling her with breakfast in bed. As a U.S. Army Veteran, Gordon continued serving through his work at the VA for the Specially Adapted Housing for Disabled Veterans even into retirement. As an artist, he never missed a chance to share his paintings or sketches with those around him. He was the center of attention in any crowd, always charming others with his witty sense of humor and mischievous smile. Life took them many places but regardless of the location home was always wherever Nanna and Poppa were. Their loved ones knew their door was always open and full of hospitality whether resting along a journey or stopping for a visit. The family often awoke on Saturday mornings to the sweet smell of bacon and coffee thanks to Poppa in the kitchen. All that love him know that the best moments spent with Poppa were simple ones spent in silence at their Watertown, Smiley Hollow, and Loretta homes admiring God’s awe-inspiring beauty through nature. As the call of the Lord drew near, he was surrounded by his family hand in hand passing peacefully with everlasting reassurance. Gordon departed this life on February 8, 2021 at the age of 80 years in Hermitage, Tenn. Gordon is preceded in death by his parents Austin Eugene Hester and Bulah Mae Robbins as well as one brother (Robert). He studied the family’s genealogy and ensured their love built a family to carry on the Hester name. He is survived by his wife Almeda Michael Hester; his daughter Wendy Wyatt (Roger); his son Tommy Hester (Jodi); his granddaughters Amanda Heckwolf (Thomas), Emily Hester and Kady Hester; his grandsons Benjamin Hester (Kristen) and Austin Hester (Cady); his great grandsons Benson, Grayson, Justin and Elijah; and great granddaughters Elliot, Allison and Lillian. Our life mission will be to live in honor of him and the pride he exuded for his family’s accomplishments. Gordon was buried at the Prospect Cemetery in Selmer, Tenn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Prospect Cemetery Fund, 151 Bassham Lane, Selmer, Tenn 38375 or the Gary Sinise Foundation, PO Box 368, Woodland Hills, Calif 91365 in honor of Gordon’s mission to serve disabled veterans. Please visit www.shackelfordfuneraldirectors.com for his online guest book.

Doris Nell Kirk Vickers Mrs. Vickers passed from this life on Saturday morning, February 13, 2021, at the home of her daughter in Selmer. Funeral services will be held at noon, Sunday February 21, 2021 at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Middleton. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. before the service, and burial will follow the service at Ebenezer Cemetery in Middleton. She was born in Middleton, the daughter of the late Luke Clifton Kirk and Zora Lee Stanley Kirk and lived most all of her life in Hardeman County. United in marriage to William O’Neal “Sonny” Vickers on December 26, 1962, they were married 54 years at the time of his death on July 26, 2017. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Jean Kirk Bryant on February 6, 2021. She was a homemaker who loved to cook for everyone. Mrs. Vickers was a member of Cypress First United Pentecostal Church at Middleton where she served at pianist and, for many years, she and her husband traveled to various nursing homes and churches to perform - her on the accordion and him on his guitar. She was known to volunteer for many different good works and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara (Tony) Maloy of Selmer; a son, Kenneth Wayne (Mendy) Vickers of Pulaski, Tenn; three brothers, Travis (Ruth) Kirk of Henderson, Houston Kirk of Middleton and Dewayne (Linda) Kirk of Corinth, Miss; three grandchildren, Kristy (Brian) Owens of Thompson Station, Tenn., Rachel (Alex Gibson) Maloy of Pas Christian, MS and Thomas Maloy of Muscle Shoals, Ala; and two great grandchildren, Vivian and Braxton William Owens, of Thompson Station. Memorials may be sent to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation [https://www.komen.org/ how-to-help/donate/].

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Dorothy Jean Kirk Bryant Dorothy Jean Kirk Bryant was born June 7, 1942 in Middleton, Tenn. the daughter of the late Luke Clifton and Zora Lee Stanley Kirk. She was united in marriage to Hugh Odell Bryant on June 26, 1958. Mr. Bryant preceded her in death on November 27, 2020, following 62 years of marriage. Dorothy was employed as a waitress and hostess for Sissy’s and later Jane’s Diner in Counce, Tenn. for 25 plus years. When time permitted she enjoyed watching television and tending her flower garden. Dorothy had a unique ability to make everything in her care grow and flourish, including her grandchildren and great grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. Dorothy attended the Pleasant Hill Pentecostal Church near Corinth as long as her health permitted. Dorothy departed this life on February 6, 2021 in Corinth, Miss. at the age of 78 years, 7 months, 30 days. She is survived by a daughter, Anita Gail Sides and husband Chris of Guys, Tenn; four grandchildren: Christa Meeks and husband Jacob, Allison Sides, Luke Sides and Allen Sides and wife Brandy; three great grandchildren: Matthew Sides, Luke Sides, and Natalie Sides; a sister, Dorisnell Vickers of Middleton, Tenn; three brothers: Travis Kirk and wife Ruth of Henderson, Tenn., Houston Kirk of Middleton, Tenn. and Dewayne Kirk and wife Linda of Corinth, Miss; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Services were held on February 9, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Pentecostal Church in Corinth, Miss., with Dewayne Kirk, Tony Kirk and John Kirk officiating. Burial followed in the Cypress Cemetery at Middleton, Tenn.

Ruby Irene Wilburn Ruby Irene Wilburn was born January 17, 1936 in Memphis, Tenn., the daughter of the late Charles Ervin and Viona Irene Alverson Godsey. She enjoyed listening to gospel and country music, “day time stories”, and family get-togethers. Ruby departed this life on February 12, 2021 in Selmer, Tenn. at the age of 85 years, 26 days. She is survived by her husband, J T Wilburn of Selmer, Tenn; a daughter, Judy Heflin of Ripley, Tenn; a son, Ronnie Joe Bumpus and wife Beverly Lynn of Saulsbury, Tenn; six grandchildren: Christy Downing, Kelvin Vandiver, Rachel Flint, Justin Bumpus, Dillon Bumpus and Emily Baker; 10 great grandchildren; and a great great grandchild. A graveside service wias held on February 14, 2021 at the Union Grove Cemetery in Selmer, Tenn.

Leonard Jeffery Taylor Leonard Jeffery Taylor passed away on February 4, 2021 at Methodist University Hospital. He was born in Selmer, Tenn., on November 24, 1957. Jeff leaves behind his wife of 41 years, Kathye Kreuter Taylor & his son Grant Taylor with wife Donna. Jeff was born November 24, 1957 in Selmer, Tenn., to Leonard Paul Taylor and Ruby Marie Kiddy. He leaves behind his sister Kate Grammer and brother James Taylor. Most recently, he was employed as a salesperson for Business Systems and Consultants out of Birmingham, Ala. A small family service was planned for February 10 at the family plot in Bartlett-Ellendale Cemetery.

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Emanuel “Manny: Hostetler Emanuel Y. “Manny” Hostetler, age 78, died Saturday evening, February 13, 2021 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was born in Fredericksburg, Ohio and grew up in Holmesville, Ohio the son of the late Yost T. and Fannie Yoder Hostetler. He went to school in Holmesville. He worked in the coal mines in Ohio for eight years and then went to work in construction. He moved to Finger in 1980 and worked for TJ & L Construction and later Dement Construction as an equipment operator and truck driver. He married Ann Lowery in 1999. They made their home in Henderson. He is survived by his wife, Ann Lowery Hostetler of Henderson; six sons, Daniel Hostetler, Reuben Hostetler, Yost Hostetler (Melanie), Matthew Hostetler all of Finger, Tenn., Nathan Hostetler (Angela) of Fredericksburg, Ohio and Timothy Hostetler (Sharon) of Wooster, Ohio and three daughters, Martha Lal (Akash) of Brooklyn, Ark., Ella Beachy (Allen) and Viola Mitchell all of Finger; a stepson, Richie Smith (Donna) of Toone; and a step daughter, Ruth Burns of Michie, Tenn; 41 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren; seven brothers Toby Hostetler (Mary) of Danville, Ohio, Daniel Hostetler (Amanda) of Holmesville, Ohio, William Hostetler (Elizabeth) of Butler, Ohio, Levi Hostetler (Emma) and Eli Hostetler (Amanda) both of Apple Creek, Ohio, Uriah Hostetler (Lydia) of Fredonia, Pa., Andy Hostetler (Clara) of Holmesville, Ohio; four sisters Emma Shetler (Mahlon) of Holmesville, Ohio, Barbara Miller (Dan) and Fannie Miller (Joni) both of Apple Creek, Ohio and Mary Miller (Johnny) of Holmesville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ada Hostetler; an infant grandson Austin Cody Hostetler; a brother Ruben Hostetler; a sister Elizabeth Byler; and a son-in-law Jake Mitchell. A Private Family Funeral service will be held with burial in Henderson City Cemetery.

Community Event Thursday, February 18th •Blood Drive There will be a blood drive at Adamsville Elementary School from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. as long as weather permits.

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OBITUARIES/RECIPES OF THE WEEK/CHURCH DIRECTORY

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Timothy Eaker Downer

Nancy Sue Carpenter

Timothy Eaker Downer was born May 31, 1981 in Selmer, Tenn. the son of Shelia Eaker Moses and Paul Downer. Timothy was formerly employed as a sheetrock hanger, working alongside his grandfather. He was a simple man who loved to fish, shoot, ride around in his truck and spend time with his family and beloved dogs, Harley and Jasmine. He always looked forward to time spent reading the Bible with his grandmother Betty. Timothy departed this life on February 8, 2021 in Jackson, Tenn. at the age of 39 years, 8 months, 8 days. He is survived by his mother, Shelia Moses and husband Mike of Selmer, Tenn; a sister, Amy Cruse of Chewalla, Tenn; two brothers, Paul Allen Downer of Selmer, Tenn. and James Michael Moses and wife Brandy of Bolivar, Tenn; maternal grandmother Betty Eaker of Selmer, Tenn; his father, Paul Downer of Nashville, Tenn; lifelong friends Brandon Kirk and Brenda Harville, both of Savannah, Tenn; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Timothy is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, LeRoy Eaker, and paternal grandmother, Noverta Downer. Services were held on February 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Brian Stephens officiating. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tenn.

Nancy Sue Carpenter was a devoted Christian, loving mother and as well as an exceptional grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt. She was born February 6, 1941 in Widener, Ark. to R.B. and Velma Courtney and left her earthly body on February 4, 2021 at 79 years and 363 days old, surrounded by her family at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Miss. Ms. Carpenter was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters (Joyce and Marie), one brother (Robert), two sons (Aaron Raymond and Baby Boy Brewer) and two husbands (Cleo Brewer and Eddie Carpenter). She leaves behind two sons, Robert Brewer (Cindy), George Carpenter (Heather); four daughters, Anita Mckenzie (Virgil), Rebecca Richards (Robert), Nancy Brewer and Candi Moore (Wils); three step daughters, Christina (Bobby) , Linda, Laura; 22 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Parker and Dorothy Halford; a brother, Kenneth Courtney; and an ocean depth of nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. A memorial will be held at Oak Hill Church of God on March 6, 2021 at 2 p.m.

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The Town of Milledgeville/Fire Department are requesting sealed bids for a reapeater, instillation, tower, antenna, hardline, ect. for repeater system capable of being seamlessly integrated with the existing multiple location simulation/voting radio system all located in McNairy County, Tennessee on the same frequency. For full bid specifications contact Chief Leland Alexander at (731) 439-6188 or (731) 925-0594. Bid opening will be February 25, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Milledgeville Fire Department at 24 Park Street, Milledgeville Tennessee 38359.

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MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

APOSTOLIC Life Tabernacle 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer Thomas Davis, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Jerusalem Faith Apostolic Church 27 Linley Circle, Selmer Bishop Ferdinand Gant Sr. Pastor Wanda Gant Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Class: Wed. night 7 p.m. Prayer: Wed. night 6 p.m. BAPTIST Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: 11:15 a.m. Sunday night: 5 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. INDEPENDENT Calvary Baptist Church Hwy 22 North, Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Mark Shumaker, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Fellowship Baptist Church 1308 High School Rd., Selmer Pastor: J.D. Matlock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Locke Road Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Bobby Bray, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. / Wed. 6:30 p.m. Lighthouse Baptist Church 1780 Mulberry Ave., Selmer Jorgen Runquest, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. PRIMITIVE BAPTIST Better Hope Primitive Baptist 4235 Leapwood-Enville Rd., Adamsville Elder Gene Gist, Pastor First Sunday of month beginning at 10:30 a.m., preaching 11 a.m. Michie Primitive Baptist Church Hwy 22 Michie Elder Rickey Taylor, Pastor

10:30 a.m. Song Service 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service

5 p.m & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m.

Selmer Primitive Baptist Church 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Michie 5658 Hwy 22 S., Michie Bro. Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

SOUTHERN Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m. Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Seth Bragg Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: 7 p.m. Cypress Creek First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1104 14 Falcon St. • Selmer Pastor: Clifford E. Wynn, Jr. (731) 645-8094 Sunday School: 9 a.m. Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. Jam Zone: 7:00 p.m. Eastview Baptist Church Hwy 45 S., Eastview, Tenn. Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Bible Study: 7 p.m. Falcon Baptist Church 777 Falcon Rd., Selmer Jay Houston, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main St., Adamsville Senior Pastor: Dr. Chad Ball Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:15 a.m. Discipleship Training: 5 p.m. Evening Worship: 6:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities: Prayer/Bible Study: 6:15 p.m. Children & Youth: 6:15 P.M. during the summer First Baptist Church of Bethel Springs 143 Jackson St., Bethel Springs David Singleton, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Selmer Joey Johnson, Pastor 310 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m., Wednesday: 6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger David Sims, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Forty Forks Baptist Church 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs Randy Smith, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Bro. Randy Latch Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Pastor: Bro. Don Singleton Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. ; Wednesday: 7 p.m. Lakeview Baptist Church Pastor: Clint Overton 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Sundays: 11 a.m. Wednesdays: The Upper Room Student Ministry 5:30 For more info. call 731-645-9771 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie,TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Mark LaRue, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA 6:30 p.m. Youth & Adults 6:45 p.m.

PRIME CARE MEDICAL CENTER 270 E. Court Avenue • Selmer, TN • (731) 645-7932 710 East Main • Adamsville, TN • (731) 632-3383 426 White Avenue • Henderson, TN • (731) 989-2174

ST. JUDE THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH 1318 Poplar (Hwy. 64) • Selmer, TN 38375 Telephone: 731-645-4188 Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor

Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy TN Bro. Jakob Harris, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. New Hope Baptist Church 854 Chandler Lane Pocahontas, TN Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Robert Hudson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Pleasant Site Baptist Church 1868 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Bradley Woolworth, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy 57 West, Ramer Joe Loncar, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Selmer Second Baptist 1004 Peach St., Selmer Tony Polk, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Trinity Baptist Church 7193 Michie-Pebble Hill Rd. Hwy 224 South Michie, TN 38357 Pastor: George Kyle Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship: 6:30 p.m. Wed. Night Bible Study:6:30 p.m. Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Greg Brasher, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. West Shiloh Baptist Church 282 W. Shiloh Church St., Stantonville Rev. John Little, Pastor Sunday 10 a.m. Life Groups Sunday 11 a.m. Worship Children’s Church Sunday 6:30 p.m. Worship Wednesday 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Antioch Church of Christ 7200 Hwy 57W Ramer, TN 38367 Darrin Stapleton, Minister (732) 645-5639 Bible Study 9:30 AM Worship 10:15 PM Worship 6:00 Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy 22 S. Michie Jon Paul Gulledge, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. (731) 239-9691

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Eastside Church of Christ 1366 E. Poplar, Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy 45 S., Selmer Shobeck Dethrow, Minister Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Brian Stephens, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Liberty Church of Christ 1005 North Liberty Road Michie, TN 38357 Minister: Jeff Harville (205) 712-3502 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy 142, Stantonville Randy Cook, Minister Matt Cook, Minister Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Discussion Class: 11:15 a.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD Center Ridge Church of God 948 Center Ridge Road, Bethel Springs Duane R. Moore, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Only services due to Covid-19. Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Aaron Moss, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy Hwy 22 N. Adamsville Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Church of God of Prophecy 1642 Curtis Hill Church Rd., Bethel Springs Richard Horner, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. , Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bethel Springs Community Church 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs Larry Lancaster, Pastor (662) 415-8012 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Michie Church of God of Prophecy 6681 Hwy 57 East, Michie Roy Bennett, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Cypress Tank Church of Christ 2645 Cypress Tank Rd., Pocahontas Dr. Brian Jackson, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd., Ramer David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church New Bethel Road Rev. Jeff Powell Worship Service: 9:45 a.m. Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Highway 57 West, Ramer Pastor: Albert Brown Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. METHODIST Adamsville First United Methodist 206 East Main St., Adamsville, TN Rev. Amanda Westmoreland Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Roger South, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. First United Methodist Church 1122 West Cherry Ave., Selmer Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Supper 5:30 p.m. Bible Study & Breakouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Hickory Flatt United Methodist Church Puron Rd., Hickory Flatt Howard Russom, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:15 a.m. Lebanon United Methodist Church 250 Chambers Store Rd. Michie Tony Newman, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Maggie Jones United Methodist Church 8170 Finger-Leapwood Rd. Bethel Springs, TN 38315 Pastor Mathew Emison Contact info: 731-632-0240 Sunday School 10 a.m. - 11 Services (adult & children) 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 5 - 6 p.m. New Bethel United Methodist Church 74 Wright St., Bethel Springs Shirley Williams, Pastor Sunday School 10 Sunday Service 11 a.m. Bible Study: Wed. at 7 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church Sticine Rd. - Michie Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. Tony Newman, Pastor Pebble Hill Methodist Church 2768 Chamber Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Stantonville United Methodist Church 8351 Hwy 142, Stantonville, TN Tony Newman, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Ladies Prayer Brunch 2nd Saturday 10:30 a.m. Sulphur Springs United

Methodist Sulphur Springs Rd., Selmer Roger South, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Union Grove United Methodist Pleasant Site Road, Selmer Roger South, Pastor Sunday School: 10:20 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:20 a.m. Thurs. Bible Study: 6 p.m. Mt. Vinson United Methodist 2100 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Amanda Hartmann Westmoreland, Pastor Worship: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: 10:15 a.m. LUTHERAN MISSOURI SYNOD Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 4203 Shiloh Road Corinth, MS Mike Dickson, Pastor Sunday School Adult: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m. Sunday School Children Adult: 10 a.m. PENTECOSTAL Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church 46 Beauty Hill Road, Bethel Springs, TN Pastor: Jonathan Tubbs Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday Evening: “Refreshing” 7:15 p.m. Bethel Springs United Pentecostal 3591 Main St., Bethel Springs Jeff Young, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. / Mon. & Wed.: 7 p.m. First United Pentecostal-Eastview 7810 Hwy 45 S, Ramer Rev. Wayne Isbell, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Monday: 7 p.m. Wednesday: 7:15 p.m. The Sanctuary of MPC 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Sun. School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Gateway Holiness Chapel 2342 Refuge Rd., Bethel Springs Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m. / Thursday: 7 p.m. PRESBYTERIAN Bethel Springs Presbyterian Church 59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Rev. Gary Anderson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Bethesda Presbyterian Church 50 Bethesda Loop, Selmer Bro. Chris Dancer, Pastor 610-1859 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. First Presbyterian Church USA

800 Poplar Ave., Selmer Dr. Larry W. (Bud) Sizemore, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Fellowship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Mt. Sharon Presbyterian Church 108 Mt. Sharon Rd., Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Jude the Apostle 1318 Poplar, Hwy. 64, Selmer Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. 1st Saturday: 9 a.m. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Bethel Springs Seventh Day Adventist 4352 Main St., Bethel Springs John Johnston, Pastor Saturday Worship: 9 a.m. Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. OTHER/NON-DENOM Abundant Life Christian Fellowship 15770 Hwy 64 East Bolivar, Tn. Pastor D.R. Moore Bible Class: Saturday 10:00 a.m. Worship: Saturday 11 a.m. Only services due to Covid-19. A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Believers Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Karen Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m. Encounter Community Church 1026 Peach St. Selmer, TN Pastor: Melvin Berry (731) 645-0055 Sunday Morning Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Services 11 a.m. First Christian Church 133 N. Third St. Selmer Preacher, Gregg Worthey Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m. Kingdom Church, More Sure Word 1814 Buena Vista Road Bethel Springs, Tenn. 38315 (731) 577-0100 Sundays at 4 p.m. 2nd & 4th Tuesday L.I.F.E. class at 7 p.m. Thirsty Thursday (Bible Class) 7 p.m. Love & Truth, Adamsville Campus 440 Hwy 64 East, Adamsville Lead Pastor - Eddie Cupples Campus Director - Scott Melson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday nights: 7 p.m. Phone: 731-632-4999 www.loveandtruthchurch.com Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 12 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 p.m. Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Wed.: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach St., Selmer Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. World of Truth Church Hwy 57 West, Ramer Larry Cooksey, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. God’s Way Church 1121 Peach St., Selmer Bro. Billy Sanders, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Full Gospel Fellowship Church 6595 Hwy 64 West Bethel Springs, Tenn. 731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m.., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Petra Family Worship Center 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN 731-434-1002 S.S.: 10 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday Night: 6 p.m. Thursday Night: 7 p.m. Pastors: Paul and Bonnie Young

First ChristianChurch 254 N. Maple St. Adamsville, TN 38310 Clint Hopper, Minister (731) 632-3012 Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. FCC Wednesdays Meal 5:30 Worship/Studies 615 p.m. City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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Local Events If you have a local sports-related event, call the Independent Appeal at 731645-5346 or send an email to graphics2@independentappeal.com. Deadline for all announcement is 5 p.m. each Monday. All events must take place in - or have a connection to - McNairy County.

District 14-AA Girls South Side Chester Co. Scotts Hill McNairy Lexington Adamsville Riverside North Side

District Overall 13-0 18-0 9-4 14-9 9-4 12-5 9-5 10-10 6-7 9-13 4-9 11-11 2-12 5-15 0-12 0-18

Boys South Side Lexington McNairy North Side Chester Co. Scotts Hill Riverside Adamsville

District Overall 13-0 17-1 9-4 17-7 9-5 14-11 8-6 8-11 5-7 7-13 5- 8 10-10 3- 10 7-13 2-12 5-17

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Bobcats sweep through road trip By Joel Counce Staff Writer

McNairy Central set the record straight in the third quarter. The Bobcats scored a school record 36 points in the third period of a 7956 victory over the Chester County on Saturday, double what the Eagles scored during the frame. Chester County took its only lead at 6-5 on a Dre Minor layup with 3:31 left in the first quarter. The Bobcats responded with an 18-2 run, capped by an Eli Yopp putback with 5:46 left in the first half to give McNairy Central the 23-8 lead. Yopp scored 11 of his game-high 25 points in the second period. He hit six 3-pointers on the afternoon, three in each half. The Eagles pulled within 29-17 on Minor layup off a Tony Washington assist with 3:09 left in the first half. McNairy Central took a 43-27 lead into the half. The Bobcats scored the first 21 points of the

third to command a 64-27 lead on a Kameron Starks layup off a Jasper Sanders assist and a plus-1 free throw with 3:33 left in the third. McNairy Central led by as much as 79-38 on a Yopp 3-pointer off an Ethan Johnston assist with 7 seconds left in the frame. Nate Moore scored 19 for McNairy Central. Sanders finished with 15. Dalton Colbert led Chester County with 17. Minor scored 12. Tyricus Anderson scored 11. McNairy Central 63, Riverside 34 McNairy Central raced to an early 9-0 lead and took down the Riverside Panthers 63-34 on Feb. 8. The Panthers got as close as 9-6 on a pair of the 3-pointers by Cole Lackey, the second at the 3:36 mark in the first period. McNairy Central responded with a 16-0 run to take a 25-6 lead on an Andrew Stewart layup off a Jasper Sanders assist with 7:45 left in the first half. The closest Riverside

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

(Above) Jabari Melton drives for a layup against Chester County on Saturday. Kameron Starks (Below, left) shoots a reverse layup against the Eagles. Nate Moore (Below, right) attempts a jump shot against Chester County. could get in the first half was Gaven Walls jumper with 5:47 left to cut the Bobcats lead to 29-10. The Bobcats took a 3612 lead into the half. Riverside pulled within 38-18 on another Walls jumper with 6:20 left in the

third. Jack Johnson pushed the McNairy Central lead out to 46-18 with a 3-pointer at the 2:41 mark in the third. Jabari Melton gave the Bobcats their biggest lead at 61-30 with a layup off a

Steward assist with 1:10 left in the game. Nate Moore led the Bobcats with 13 points, 11 in the first quarter. Johnson scored 10, all in the third quarter. Walls led Riverside with 10. Lackey scored nine.

Local Schedule AA Region 7 District 14 The Division I Class AA Region 7 District 14 Tournament, set to begin on Tuesday, was moved to a tentative start date for Thursday. The Adamsville Lady Cardinals open at Chester County. The Adamsvill Cardinals travel to South Side. McNairy Central hosts a pair of games: the girls host Lexington and the boys play Scotts Hill Check the Independent Appeal facebook page for updates on game times and locations. Thursday, Feb. 19 High School Basketball District 14-AA Tournament First round February 25-27 High School Basketball District AA Regional Tournament Quarterfinal March 1 - 2 High School Basketball Regional Semifinals Wednesday, March 3 High School Basketball Regional Finals March 15 High School Soccer Adamsville at Middleton, 5:30 High School Baseball South Side at McNairy Central, 5 March 16 High School Softball Wayne Co. at Adamsville, 5 High School Soccer Hardin County at Adamsville, 5:30 High School Baseball McNairy Central at South Side, 4 March 17 High School Baseball Tomahawk Classic McNairy Central vs. Hillwood, 4 (at North Side) McNairy Central vs Milan, 6 (at North Side March 18 High School Softball McNairy Central at Adamsville, 5 High School Soccer Lexington at Adamsville, 6 March 22 High School Softball Adamsville at Scotts Hill, 5:30 March 29 High School Soccer Adamsville at McNairy Central, 5:30 March 30 High School Soccer Adamsville at Wayne Co., 5:30

McNairy Central Splits with Riverside, Chester By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats slipped Chester County on Saturday, falling 50-33 in the final regular season game. The loss dropped the Lady Bobcats to fourth in the district going into AA Region 7 District 14 tournament. McNairy Central got as close 18-13 on a pair of Duey Pierce free throws with 2:26 left in the first half, but the Lady Eagles’ Mia Hurst scored the final five points of the half to set the score at 23-13. Pierce scored six of the Lady Bobcats 13 first half points. McNairy Central opened the second half with back-to-back buckets by Maddie Kirk and Alexis Weirich on a Kirk assist to cut the Lady Eagles lead to 23-17 at the 5:58 mark of the third period. Chester County pushed the lead back to 27-17 on a pair of Jamayah Williamson free throws with 3:31 left in the third. McNairy Central cut the Lady Eagles lead to six on two more occasions, the last at 29-23 on a Darby Dickey jump shot with 1:47 left in the third period. The Lady Eagles answered with a 17-4 run, capped by a pair of Annabelle Lockridge free throws with 2:53 left to play. A Pierce jump shot with 2:41 left to play broke a more than six minute drought for the Lady Bobcats and cut the Chester County lead to 46-29. The Lady Eagles pulled away 50-31 on a pair of Kara Pipkin free throws with 1:51 left to play. Dickey made the final

shot on a layup with 17 seconds left. Pierce led McNairy Central with eight points. Dickey and Kirk scored six each. Ava Craddock led all scorers with 15 points for the Lady Eagles. Hurst scored 13. Lockridge scored 12. McNairy Central 58, Riverside 22 The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats led early and cruised to a 58-22 victory over Riverside on Feb. 9. McNairy Central led 16-6 after the first period and pushed their lead to 26-10 on a Jilli Johnson 3-pointer with 2:20 left in the first half. Maddie Kirk pushed the lead to 31-11 off a Kylee Brown assist with 44 seconds left in the first half. McNairy Central took a 31-13 lead into halftime. The Lady Bobcats pushed the lead to 35-13 on a Kirk layup with 7:07 left in the third period. Riverside pulled within 38-20 on a Kyndel McKenzie layup with 3:36 left in the third. McNairy Central took a 47-20 lead on a Sarah Pegg jumper with 4:45 left to play. The Lady Bobcats held Riverside to a single field goal in the final frame, a Jayla Davenport layup with 4:27 left to play that cut the McNairy Central lead to 47-22. The Lady Bobcats scored the final 11 points of the game, the last an Aspen Teague layup with 38 seconds left to set the final at 58-22. Kirk led all scorers with 15 points. Biana Davis scored 10. McKenzie led the Lady Panthers with eight.

Biana Davis (51, Above) drives in the lane against Riverside on Feb.9. Maddie Kirk (43, Left) fires a jumper against Riverside on Feb. 9.

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Staff Photo by Joel Counce

(Above) Jasper Sanders drives for a layup against a couple of Chester County defenders on Saturday. (Below) Eli Yopp fights through the Chester County defense for a shot on Saturday. The Bobcats won the contest 79-56 despite not scoring in the fourth period.

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

(Above) Jilli Johnson dives for a loose ball against Chester County’s Mia Hurst on Saturday. (Below) Sarah Pegg looks for an opening in the Lady Eagles defense on Saturday. Chester County won the contest 50-33.

Issue 35 February 16, 2021 Member of the Tennessee High School Press Association

Business Management Discusses Leadership

The PawPrint is a publication of McNairy Central High School. The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the administration, faculty or staff. EDITOR Lisa Forsythe

UPCOMING EVENTS

FRI Feb. 19 •ReConnect Day WED Feb. 24 •Club Picture Day THU Feb. 25 •Club Picture Day FRI Feb. 26 •ReConnect Day WED Mar. 10 •End of Quarter 3

Business Management is a new class this year at MCHS. Mrs. Lisa Chandler and her students just finished several lessons about being a leader as a manager. We have discussed leadership characteristics, such as initiative, cooperation, and

confidence as well as types of management power, leadership styles, and work rules. After our assessment on Wednesday, January 27th, guest speakers John Chandler, FBC Selmer Associate Pastor of Family Ministries, and

Chaseton Whitten, FBC Selmer Middle School Minister, spoke to the students about leadership. They discussed with the class the characteristics that they felt were the most important, such as communication, motivation, and intentionality. The duo also

discussed being an overall good employee. Wrapping up the section on leadership, students in the class at MCHS (Caleb Atkins, Jason Davis, Trey Durbin, Lindsy Frady, Seth Howell, Ayden Parmely, Neel Patel, AJ Taylor, Ka-

leb Teague, and Alexis Weirich) created inspirational posters to hang in the school with the theme of “Be A Leader”. Those are displayed in the CTE hallway. Submitted by Lisa Chandler