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“It Takes a Team” MCNAIRY COUNTY RECOVERY COURT CELEBRATES FIRST EVER GRADUATES By Angele Latham Editor

Two McNairy County residents graduated from the McNairy County Recovery Court Thursday, marking the addiction rehabilitation program’s first-ever graduates. Chelsea Bowen and Douglas Britt Jr. both graduated the recovery program after undergoing twelve months of guidance, community service and support. The graduation was as much a celebration of the two as it was a joyous exclamation of success for the deeply empathetic and vital program. “I am thankful to be a part of this program,” said Derek Bodiford, pastor of the local Lakeview Church and leader of the program, as he introduced Bowen and Britt Jr. “I feel called to it…I love doing it.” “There is absolutely no difference between anybody that’s using drugs, and me,” he continued. “Absolutely no difference. And because there is no difference, they need someone to kind of point them in a direction, and open a door, and let them choose to walk in.” As one of 82 recovery courts across Tennessee, the local program of-

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Recovery Court program leader Derek Bodiford speaks to the graduation assembly regarding the determination and fortitude of the two graduates, Chelsea Bowens and Douglas Britt jr.

McNairy County Volunteer Fire Dept. outfits new truck By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy Volunteer Fire Department met Monday night to outfit its new truck with hoses. The truck, a pumper tanker with a 3,000 gallon capacity, matches a truck the county received for Pleasant Site last month. “This is the first new truck we’ve had since 2004,” McNairy Fire Chief Rudy Mast said. “It’s the largest we’ve ever had.” The 2004 tanker holds 1,000 gallons of water. The International truck has Staff Photo by Joel Counce connections for two hoses and a McNairy Volunteer Fire Department Chief Rudy Mast looks over the fire hose hookups on the sta- reeled hose attached at the rear. tion’s new fire truck on Monday. The 3,000-gallon capacity pumper tanker was the second the It also has a tank that opens and inflates to hold water for other county has purchased with grant funds this year.

Massive 17-year cicada brood to invade McNairy By Angele Latham Editor

The warmer months are quickly marching in, and with them are a common nuisance well-known to all Tennesseans: cicadas. 2021 will see the re-emergence of Brood X, the massive 17-year cycled brood of cicadas that will span parts of the state this summer, including McNairy County. This brood has not been seen since 2004.

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Broods are commonly divided into two life cycles: 13 or 17 years. Fifteen broods have been identified by scientists, and are designated by Roman numerals. There are three 13-year cicada broods (XIX, XXII and XXIII), and 12 17year cicada broods (I-X, XIII and XIV). Additionally, there are three distinct species of 17-year cicadas (M. septendecim, M. cassini and M. septendecula) and three species of 13-year cicadas (M. tredecim, M. tredecassini and M. tredecula). One of the species of the 13-year

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Independent Appeal editor Angele Latham is leaving her position March 19 to accept a promotion at the Jackson Sun. Angele came to McNairy County Publishing, last July after completing her bachelors in journalism with a concentration in visual communication and a minor in criminal justice and law from Middle Tennessee State University last May. Angele was referred to the newspaper by Carol Daniels, Executive Director of the

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McNairy Co. COVID-19 Cases as of March 16

trucks to use. “It’s like a swimming pool,” Mast said. “The new truck can literally be used for the whole scene or carry water for the other truck.” The pumper tanker has a light indicator on each side in a greenblue-orange-red pattern to show water levels in the tank. “I want to thank (McNairy County Mayor Larry) Smith and (McNairy County Fire Chief Steve) Stoll for all their hard work in getting this to us,” Mast said. The county purchased 14 new vehicles in February, including the Pleasant Site fire truck. The vehicles were distributed to six different departments.

Tennessee Press Association. “After receiving excellent references from her professors, an offer was made quickly to secure her for the editor’s position,” said Janet Rail, publisher. During her time at the university, Angele served as news editor and editorin-chief of the MTSU Sidelines, working as reporter for many beats, focusing on crime, government, education and humanitarian issues. Additionally, she managed a staff of 40 student reporters, while also serving as editor for the weekly paper. “Angele hit the ground running, having

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County COVID-19 rates continue to drop, end in sight? By Angele Latham Editor

Total Tested 19,911 Cases 2,707 Deaths 53 Recovered 2,647

COVID-19 infection rates continue to slowly drop following the last major spike in late December. Rates of the seven-day new case average are at their lowest point since July—sitting at just 2.9 as of March 13, the rate is comparable to that of July 6, 2020. The slowing numbers come as the nation hits the one-year anniversary of COVID-19 being declared a pandemic. And although numbers are slow to fall throughout the state, the Graph courtesy of the Tennessee Department of Health consistent drop in infection rates brings hope that pandemic may very well be coming to an County COVID-19 rates have fallen to their lowest point since July 6th, at only a 2.9 7-day

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fers non-violent individuals with substance-use disorders a structured, safe treatment plan that works closely with legal and clinical personnel to end addiction. The ceremony featured a light luncheon and sizable crowd inside the Latta building, where county officials, law enforcement officers, excited family and supportive friends all gathered to wish their congratulations to the hard-working duo. Judge Van McMahan opened the ceremony with words of congratulations for the two, as well as an explanation of the program and a deep appreciation for Bodiford. “It’s a whole lot better now than it was before,” he said, speaking on the Recovery court program’s evolution from what was the county’s former rehabilitation service, which he called the “poor man’s recovery court.” Recovery Court now exists as a year-long, threephase program, with “a whole lot of drug screening!” “The number one reason we started this recovery court was to help people get them away from the addiction of drugs and to better their lives,” McMahan said. “We want to get people drug free. And in doing that, it’s going to help a lot of other things.” “It’s a great resource, I think.” In praise of Bodiford, McMahan couldn’t say enough. “He is a god-send,” he said passionately. “There is no better person on the planet to run this recovery court than Derek.” He continued, saying “He puts everything together. And he’s the key to holding all of this together.” A keynote speaker also took the stage—Joe Thorson, staff member of the Adult and Teen Challenge, with his story of inspirational recovery. “I’m so proud of you, Doug and Chelsea,” he said, glowingly. “I know that you’re going to get through this thing.” Thorson compared their continuing journey to CPR—but instead of standing for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, in this case the acronym stood for persistency, consistency and resolute—the key terms Thorson attributes his sobriety too. “This is really just the beginning.” Similar determination could be seen in the attitudes

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Clockwise, top row: Chelsea Bowens and Douglas Britt Jr., respectively, graduates of the recovery court program, receive their awards from Derek Bodiford. Bottom: Recovery Court leaders, including (from left) program leader Derek Bodiford, Pam West, graduates Douglas Britt Jr. and Chelsea Bowens, Lisa Miller, Ashley Shumate, and Van McMahan. of other rehabilitation program attendees, one of which who is also eyeing graduation from Recovery Court within the coming months. “Nobody’s recovery is ever by itself. It takes a team,” Bodiford concluded, echoing Thorson’s words. “When

that door was opened to (Bowens and Britt Jr.), they chose to walk through it. And they’re continuing too— their journey’s not over. It’s just the beginning.” The Independent Appeal wishes Bowen and Britt Jr. the best on their new chapter.

Update to Selmer officer wreck By Angele Latham Editor

No charges will be filed in the case of Selmer Police Officer Nicholas Inman’s recent wreck on East Poplar Avenue. Inman collided with

a 2005 Isuzu NPR at East Popular Avenue and Kirkpatrick Drive around 3:09 p.m. on Friday, March 5th. Nicholas Wolfe, the driver of the Isuzu, and Inman, both sustained minor injuries. According to the report,

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when Wolfe stopped to turn, Inman’s patrol vehicle, a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, “collided with the rear of (Wolfe’s vehicle).” Both were wearing seatbelts. This is the second time Inman has been under investigation for his involvement in a vehicle wreck in his patrol vehicle. More information to come.

Clariﬁcation In last week’s edition of the Independent Appeal, the article entitled “Wreck involving Selmer Officer under investigation” failed to note that charges against Officer Nicholas Inman were expunged following his 2018 wreck.

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brood, XIX, last seen in May 2011 in the majority of Middle Tennessee, will re-emerge in 2024. The species McNairians will be seeing this year is that of the 17-year brood X, which was last seen in 2004. Brood X has the largest emergence of individuals for the 17-year cicada in the United States. Adult cicadas usually emerge from the ground in early May when temperatures of at least 67 degrees penetrate four inches into the soil. About five days after tunneling their way out of the earth, male cicadas begin to “sing”—a gentle descriptor for the unholy shrieking produced by the two drum-like membranes on either side of the bug’s abdomen. Dogwood, oak, pear, apple and hickory trees are known to be favorites of the noisy critter.

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Map 1 indicates the distribution of Brood XIX, which was last seen May 2011 and is expected to re-emerge in 2024.

Map 2 indicates the distribution of Brood X, this year’s predicted massive infestation, which last emerged in May 2004. It is the largest of the 17-year brood species.

Vehicle fingerprint technology considered by Guys By Janet Rail Publisher

Crime is something that is no stranger to the Guys community, but with the help of vehicle fingerprint technology, crimes can be solved. McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck and Chief Deputy Zach Bay introduced a new security system that is already helping solve crimes. According to Buck, the county has recently invested in automated license plate readers (ALPR’s) that identify the license plate, vehicle-make, type and color at up to 75 miles per hour, night and day. “It is like having an additional deputy on staff twenty-four hours a day working crimes. The company we are working with has proprietary software which has already paid off in solving crimes across the county. In fact, we had a rape suspect a couple of weeks ago that we caught on camera and have already arrested,” said Buck. He continued, “The system allows the department

to add a local hot list for crimes. Another example in a short period of time is a suspect was found stealing copper from air conditioning units at an area church and the camera lead to another arrest.” The camera works 24 hours a day. The county has installed eleven cameras and is spending some time meeting with city mayors and aldermen across the county to encourage the purchase of additional cameras to help solve more crimes in their neighborhoods. Each camera costs $2,500 annually and can be installed within a month. According to Buck, the system has been installed across the country with over 3,400 to date, as well as in surrounding counties, including Hardin, Chester and Shelby, with great success. The Guys board agreed to add this to their agenda to discuss in the April meeting, and expressed great interest in the system. “I think this is something we need to do,” said Mayor Keith Rinehart.

In other business, the city approved the purchase of a computer for the city recorder, who has used a personal computer for city business. The board approved the first reading of a 2021 Small Cities Block Grant to purchase a fire truck at a cost of $322,639 with the county share of $48,210. “The county has agreed to pay for the match for the grant, as the fire truck will be housed in the Chewalla Fire Department as part of our fleet,” said Rinehart. Rinehart shared that the 45 access road is owned by the state, and they will be responsible for the repair of the road and wanted to state how appreciative he was for the help of Highway Supervisor Harvey Neal Smith and County Mayor Larry Smith in this matter. The city has $39,800 allocated to pave portions of Old 45, Cotton Lane and Guys Chewalla Road before the end of the fiscal year. The city reported three structure fires, one in the city limits and one public assist last month.

THDA taking applications for COVID-19 Rent Relief Tennessee Housing Development Agency Submission

The Tennessee Housing Development Agency has opened an online portal that will allow renters and landlords to apply for up to 12 months of cumulative rent and/or utility payments through its new COVID-19 Rent Relief Program. The COVID-19 Rent Relief Program was developed to support renters who are, or have been, struggling to pay rent, utilities or other home energy costs due to loss of income resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. “The pandemic has had a tremendous impact on the livelihoods of countless Tennesseans,” THDA Executive Director Ralph M. Perrey said. “This program is designed to help people stay in their homes by covering eligible rent and/or utility costs they are unable to pay due to the challenges presented by COVID-19.”

THDA will administer this program in 91 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Renters in those counties who have experienced economic hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and earn less than 80 percent of the area median income may be eligible for this assistance. For example, in McNairy County, a 4 person household making less than $43,850 annually could qualify for this funding. More details on eligibility are available online at thda.org/covidrentrelief or individuals can call (844) 500-1112. To start the application process, a landlord or tenant should access the online portal or call the COVID-19 Rent Relief Call Center at (844) 500-1112. Both landlords and tenants will be required to provide verification and documentation as proof of eligibility. Once approved, payments will be made directly to the landlord or utility company on behalf of the tenant. Individuals can monitor the status of their application and payment through

the online portal. THDA received $384 million in direct funding from the U.S. Treasury to administer the emergency rent relief program in 91 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Davidson, Knox, Rutherford and Shelby counties will administer their own rent relief programs. THDA will begin serving applicants under the COVID-19 Rent Relief program on March 1, 2021 and continue until all funds have been reserved or expended.

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University of Tennessee Martin Selmer Extension to resume total in-person classes in fall By Angele Latham Editor

UT Martin’s Selmer campus will be returning to “normal” in the coming fall semester, as classes are scheduled to meet in-person. As COVID-19 cases in the area see a promising slow in infectivity, UT campuses across the state have made the decision to open classrooms in-person for the upcoming fall semester. “All the UT systems are trying to tog back to in-per-

son classes this fall,” said Alan Youngerman, director of the Selmer extension campus. “We’re actually doing several in-person classes this spring, but we’re just keeping the class size small and social distanced. According to Youngerman, the decision was based on the steadiness of local and campus infection numbers. “Our numbers are similar to what they were last spring—so we really haven’t seen a (big change) here,” he said. ”So everything’s going good!” Additionally, a number of Selmer campus professors

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previous experience with a weekly paper in her home town of Bon Aqua, Tenn., where she worked as an intern and freelance reporter for the Hickman Times. Angele had planned to work in the area for a couple of years, but for an opportunity to work with a daily newspaper and focus on the area she trained and desires to cover, it was not one she was willing to miss,” said Janet Rail, publisher. During her time here at the Independent Appeal, Angele worked diligently to elevate multi-media news coverage with a keen focus on the developing coronavirus with a desire to keep the public educated and informed as well as in-depth crime coverage for the county. In addition, she was instrumental in the development of a new website for the paper that is in a soft launch phase and will be formally launched in April, offering even more opportunities for both readers and advertisers alike. “It is where Angele started her journalism career, leaving an important imprint on the legacy of this paper. She is a strong leader and excellent journalist whom we will miss, especially for her wit and

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charm,” said Rail. “From all of us at the Independent Appeal, we wish Angele a great and prosperLatham ous future in journalism-- and for me, I am grateful our paths crossed and know that she will always have roots right here in McNairy County.” Editor’s note: I want to thank all of you readers from the very bottom of my heart for the opportunity to serve this community. It has been such a pleasure meeting, growing and learning with each of you. I’ve learned so many lessons here that I will take forward into my journalism career, and I will never forget this community’s deep kindness towards me when I moved here. I look forward to hearing more about you all through another editor’s words! With much love, Angele Latham

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McNairy County Sheriff’s Office reports By Angele Latham Editor

• On March 14, 2021, Justin Jackson, 44, of Bethel Springs, was arrested and charged with domestic assault; possession of a firearm during commission of a felony and false report, after Deputy Randy Collins was dispatched to a Beauty HIll Road address on a Behavioral call. The caller stated that Jackson was “going crazy,” after he had been drinking, and had kicked the caller and other subjects out of the home, in addition to threatening them with a gun. Despite video evidence of the gun, Jackson denied to officers having ever owned a

gun. After speaking with witnesses, Collins and Deputy Burlesci charged Jackson with domestic assault, possession of firearm as a felony, and false report. • On March 14, 2021, Brent Lambert was arrested and charged with violation of probation after leading officers on a chase down Race Path Road in Selmer. Deputy Kevin Wood responded to a call to assist Sergeant Rick Finley and Deputy Randy Collins, who were looking for a stolen vehicle, when a “male subject”--later identified as Lambert--”took off running.” Dispatch alter recived a call from a residence on Race Path Road that Lambert had “come into their home and stated that he was running from the police and didn’t have anywhere else to go.”

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State COVID-19 vaccination phase 1c adds new eligibility categories, risk factors By Angele Latham Editor

McNairy County welcomed phase 1c of the vaccination rollout last week, and has since updated the risk phase with more categories. In addition to the previous categories, the following groups have been added to the Phase 1c risk populations: • Permanent household members age 16 and older living with pregnant women • People age 16 years and older with diagnosed diabetes • People age 16 years and older with Down Syndrome • People age 16 years and older with progressive neuromuscular diseases such as ALS, multiple sclerosis or muscular dystrophy The Tennessee Health Department announced that the shift to phase 1c was due to an anticipated surplus of vaccine doses that will arrive in the state over the next few weeks. Tennessee expects to receive 54,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which only requires one shot. The risk phase continues to include Tennesseans 16 years-old or older with high-risk health conditions such as: • Chronic renal disease • COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis, moderate-severe asthma • Obesity (BMI>30)

• Heart failure, CAD, cardiomyopathies, hypertension • Sickle cell (not including sickle cell trait) or thalassemia • Cerebrovascular disease or stroke • Liver disease • Technologically-dependent individuals ages >16 years and the household residents and caregivers of children <16 years old who are technologically-dependent (such as individuals who are ventilator-dependent, oxygen-dependent, with tracheostomy, wheelchair-bound due to high-risk medical condition, or require tube feedings, parenteral nutrition, or dialysis) • Individuals ages >16 years with immunocompromising conditions and the household residents and caregivers of children <16 years old who have immunocompromising conditions (such as individuals receiving chemotherapy, requiring daily oral steroids or other immunosuppressants, requiring medication to control diabetes, those with HIV/AIDS or other diagnosed high-risk immunodeficiency)

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Beginning Monday, March 22, Selmer Utility Division will be conducting smoke testing on parts of our sewer system. Those areas include Front Street, Hazelwood, Chestnut and Cypress Street. These tests are to find leaks on our collection system.

• Household residents and caregivers of children <16 years old who have complex congenital heart disease requiring ongoing medical management, such as Tetralogy of Fallot, hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and double outlet right ventricle, qualify for the Katie Beckett waiver • Pregnancy (NOTE: The CDC and World Health Organization have advised that pregnancy puts women at higher risk of severe illness due to COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccines have not been studied in pregnant women, and women who are pregnant are encouraged to discuss this decision with their medical provider.) Tennessee continues to vaccinate those aged 65 and older, in addition to those eligible for COVID-19 vaccination based on risk categories, in phases 1a1, 1a2 and 1b. Readers can find vaccination providers in their area by visiting VaccineFinder.org, and book an appointment for vaccination through your respective county health department at COVID19.tn.gov.

As of last week, there were nearly 480,000 appointments available in the system across the state. Find more information about Tennessee’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan at https://covid19.tn.gov/covid-19-vaccines/. Tennessee’s COVID-19 Vaccination Reporting dashboard, updated Monday through Friday, is available online at www.tn.gov/health/ cedep/ncov/covid-19-vaccine-information. html. Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccination can be found at https:// covid19.tn.gov/data/faqs/. To stay updated on McNairy County’s phases, visit https://www.tn.gov/content/ dam/tn/health/documents/cedep/novelcoronavirus/CountyPhaseStatus.pdf. To schedule a vaccine appointment, visit https://vaccinate.tn.gov/.

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He then ran off into the woods, according to the callers. K9 Deputy Ryan Burlesci and K9 Diablo tracked Lambert’s scent to a trailer further down Race Path Road, where Lambert was found and came out peacefully. He was later transported to the McNairy County Jail. • On March 14, 2021, Sergeant Ricky Finley responded to a Ramer address regarding vandalism. The caller stated that during the first week of December 2020, someone had “shot a gallon of camo green paint, two cans of solar seal and two cans of tar” that had been sitting next to their trailer. The damage caused the liquid contents to “splatter all over the side of their trailer” and cause damage. Shell casings of a 9mm and a 10mm were found on the scene. On March 14, there were more holes in the cans. The caller also stated that someone “had used a bulldozer to cover the shell casings they left.” Nothing further to report. • On March 14, 2021, Harold Isbell, 57, of Guys, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault after Deputy Kevin Wood responded to a Old Highway 45 South address regarding “someone with a shotgun.” Wood arrived on scene but could make contact with anyone at the residence. A neighboring witness said they saw two people “getting into it and arguing,” but could not tell who they were. Five hours later, Wood was dispatched to the same

address again, this time regarding an assault. Wood immediately noticed that the caller had “dried blood” on their clothing and was wearing a hospital bracelet. The caller stated that they and four other subjects were at the residence when two of the subjects, one being Isbell, began arguing. The caller told them to stop, and while walking past Isbell, Isbell struck them. Isbell then went inside for a shotgun, causing the caller another subject to leave. After going to the hospital, the caller was told they had a broken nose. Isbell was charged with aggravated assault. • On March 9, 2021, Landon West, 20, of Corinth, and Tyler Mumaw, 20, of Michie, were arrested and charged with numerous charges after Deputy Ryan Burlesci was dispatched to Highway 45 South regarding a reckless driver. The caller stated that a “white Chevy Silverado” was “all over the highway and brake checking other vehicles.” Burlesci managed to pull them over in front of the Dollar Tree on Mulberry Avenue in Selmer. When Burlesci asked for the driver’s information, he seemed “dazed and confused.” Burlesci also smelt a “strong odor resembling marijuana” coming from the vehicle. The driver, identified as Landon West, could not per-

form the sobriety tests Burlesci tried to instruct him to do. His pupils were also “very dilated,” according to the report. The passenger, Tyler Mumaw, admitted that they had both been smoking marijuana and drinking that day. West denied drinking alcohol. Collected from the scene were “open containers of beer that were still cold,” a glass container with a green leafy substance, a green plastic bong, scales, multiple packs of Cigarillos, and two cases of Michelob Ultra beer. Landon West has been charged with DUI 1st, simple possession VI, possession drug paraphernalia, and underage possession of alcohol. Tyler Mumaw was charged with simple possession and underage possession of alcohol. Editor’s note: This will be the last time editor Angele Latham writes the crime section. Latham wishes to express her deepest gratitude towards all of the law enforcement personnel who put up with her constant nagging, late night phone calls and endless theft of printer paper. Additionally, this will be the last time Latham has to hit backspace every single time she misspells Deputy Ryan Burlesci’s last name (which is every single time she types it). No worries, readers-- the crime section will still continue as usual next week.

Grand Jury returns 49 indictments during March term By Joel Counce Staff Writer

er, 0.5 grams or more; simple possession of schedule VI intoxication. • Kegan Tyler Hatley – Theft of property, $10,000 – (marijuana); possession of drug paraphernalia. • David M. Ryan – Aggravated assault. 60,000, two counts; possession of drug paraphernalia; • Anthony Saxton – Forgery; theft under $1,000. evading arrest. • Hendarius Cortez Smith – Possession of schedule II • Michael Antonio Hayes – Possession of schedule II (meth) with intent to deliver, 0.5 grams or more; driving (meth) with intent to deliver, 0.5 grams or more; possession of schedule VI (marijuana) with intent to deliver 0.5 while in possession of meth. • Christopher Brandon Hayes – Domestic assault; ag- ounces or more but less than 10 pounds; possession of gravated stalking; felony evading arrest; resisting arrest; drug paraphernalia; violation of registration law. • Elton B. Stanfill – Delivery of schedule II (meth), 0.5 driving without a license. • Henry Wayne James – Aggravated assault; vandal- grams or less, two counts. • Brian Strickland – Possession of schedule II (meth), ism, $1,000 – 2,500. • Eric Ford Jenkins – Robbery; carrying a firearm with with intent to deliver 0.5 grams or more; felony evading arrest; simple possession of schedule VI (marijuana); reintent to go armed. • Lisa C. Kallister – Delivery of schedule II (meth), sisting arrest; driving while in possession of meth; felo0.5 grams or less, three counts; delivery of schedule II ny evading arrest; reckless driving. • Bobby Cheryl Stroud – Simple possession of sched(meth), 0.5 grams or more. • Colton Kiddy – Attempted burglary, other than hab- ule II (meth); simple poss of schedule III (Buprenoritation; vandalism under $1,000; domestic assault, six phine); possession of drug paraphernalia; simple poscounts; assault; criminal trespass, two counts; aggravat- session of schedule VI (marijuana). • Kelby Lerha Taylor – Rape, nine counts; incest, 10 ed burglary; interference with 911 call; false imprisonment; reckless endangerment; carrying a firearm with counts; aggravated sexual battery; aggravated assault, intent to go armed; theft of property, $2,500 – 10,000; two counts; aggravated rape; sexual battery by an audriving while license is canceled, suspended or revoked. thority figure, four counts; child protection act. • Michael Thompson - Promotion of meth; simple • Bradley Dewayne Knight – Felony evading arrest; possession of schedule II (meth); simple possession of introduction of contraband into a penal institution. • Michael Lucas – Theft of property, $2,500 – 10,000; schedule III (Suboxone); possession of drug paraphernalia. theft of property, $10,000 – 60,000. • Gregory White – Simple possession of schedule II • Lamon Massengill – Possession of schedule II (cocaine) with intent to deliver, 0.5 grams or more; posses- (meth); simple possession of schedule VI (marijuana); sion of schedule II (hydrocodone); with intent to deliver; possession of drug paraphernalia. • Janice White – Possession of schedule VI (maripossession of schedule VI (marijuana); possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of firearm by a convict- juana) with intent to deliver 0.5 ounces or more but less ed felon, two counts; possession of firearm during the than 10 pounds; possession of drug paraphernalia. • Hallie Noel Ward - Aggravated burglary; theft of commission of a felony, two counts. • Anna Morgan – Possession of schedule II (meth), property, $2,500 – 10,000; facilitation of aggravated burwith intent to deliver 0.5 grams or more; simple posses- glary. sion of schedule I (heroin); possession of drug paraphernalia; driving while license canceled/suspended/revoked; failure to maintain financial responsibility; possession of schedule II (oxycodone) with intent to deliver. • Christopher Neal Morris – Possession of schedule II (meth) with intent to deliver 0.5 grams or more. • Jacob T. Morrison – Aggravated sexual battery. • Allen Owen – Aggravated domestic assault by strangulation; burglary of a motor vehicle; reckless endangerment; vandalism under $1,000; aggravated criminal trespass. • Kerry Tyrone Pruitt – Aggravated burglary; theft of property, $2,500 – 10,000. • Todd Pelley – Aggravated assault, three counts. • Billy Joel Pusser – Delivery of schedule II (meth), 0.5 grams or less; delivery of schedule II (meth), 0.5 grams or more. • Revosea Richardson – Possession of schedule II 1305 Wayne Rd. | Savannah, TN 38372 (meth) with intent to delivCALL US TODAY! 731-925-2871

The McNairy County Grand Jury handed down 49 indictments, mostly drug charges, during its March, 2021 term. The grand jury considers all cases the district attorney presents and can ask about any case presented to it as well as the condition of jails and prisons, the county treasury, county officers’ bonds and any reports of officer abuse. The grand jury returns indictments once every three months. Tennessee is one of 46 states which uses a grand jury for indictments. An indictment only means the grand jury believes there is enough evidence to warrant a trial. It does not indicate guilt. The indictments for the March term are: • Frank Aiello – Delivery of schedule II (meth), 0.5 grams or more. • Nicole Aiello - Delivery of schedule II (meth), 0.5 grams or more. • Aaron William Baird – assault; vandalism, under $1,000. • Rodrickus Beason – Felony evading arrest, endangering others; reckless driving; driving while license suspended, canceled or revoked; prior driving while license suspended, canceled or revoked; violation of light law. • Michael Joseph Bills – Delivery of schedule II (meth), 0.5 grams or more; simple possession of schedule IV (marijuana); possession of drug paraphernalia; driving while in possession of meth. • Randy Joe Breedlove – Custodial interference; contributing to the delinquency of a minor; retaliation for past action; felony evading arrest; tampering with evidence; simple possession of schedule II (meth); driving while license suspended, canceled or revoked; failure to maintain financial responsibility; improper turn. • Abby Lee Britt – Delivery of schedule III (Buprenorphine), two counts. • Madison Lain Caldwell – Driving while license suspended, canceled or revoked, two counts; simple possession of schedule VI (marijuana); possession of drug paraphernalia, two counts; improper display of registration plates; reckless driving; registration certificate must be carried; failure to maintain financial responsibility. • Ronald E. Carpenter – Possession of schedule II (meth), with intent to deliver, 0.5 grams or more in a drug free zone; possession of drug paraphernalia; improper display of registration plates; DUI, second; prior DUI; violation of implied consent; violation of open container law; driving while in possession of meth; failure to maintain financial responsibility. • Colton Lee Carnett – Facilitation of aggravated burglary. • Jennifer Croom – Promotion of meth; simple possession of schedule II (meth); simple possession of schedule III (Suboxone); possession of drug paraphernalia; simple possession of schedule IV (Tramadol). • Jourdon Dengler – Aggravated assault. • Steven Gerald Densmore – Felony reckless endangerment, four counts. • Nicholas Duke – Burglary of a motor vehicle; theft of property, $1,000 – 2,500; vandalism under $1,000; burglary, other than a habitation, two counts; theft under $1,000, two counts. • Jonathan Shane Evans – Violation of implied consent; possession of a handgun while under the influence; violation of order of protection; simple possession of schedule VI (marijuana); possession of drug paraphernalia. • Susan Gambrell – Aggravated domestic assault. • Rashad D. Golden – Aggravated domestic assault; vandalism under $1,000. • Edward Tyrone Goodlow – Sexual battery; indecent exposure; offensive touching. • James Tyler Hamm – Burglary, other than Office: 7 3 1 - 6 4 5 - 7 7 4 0 habitation; theft of property, $1,000 – 2,500, three Commerical • Residential counts; aggravated bur731.658.1900 • 662.287.7796 glary; vandalism under $1,000, three counts; bur751 Mulberry • Selmer, Tenn 38375 glary of a motor vehicle. • Timthy Hardy – Felony possession of a firearm; possession of drug paraphernalia. • Tyler W. Hasley – Domestic assault; aggravated domestic assault by strangulation; public intoxication. • Ariana Hatley – Filing a false report to law enforcement; accessory after the fact; driving while license suspended, canceled, revoked; public

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It’s Never Too Late By Bryan Golden Columnist

“It’s too late,” is one of the most commonly used excuses for making positive changes to your life. In reality, it’s never too late. Each day is a fresh opportunity to pursue your desires. Making excuses not to do so shortchanges your future. Age is an often used excuse for inaction. If you tell yourself that you are too old, your brain believes you. There are those who are in their 20’s, 30’s, or 40’s who act old because they think old. Yet there are many people in their late senior years who bound around with youthful vigor. The adage, “age is a state of mind,” has always been true. Regardless of your age, or prior experiences, it’s never too late to bring your dreams to reality. There are numerous inspirational examples of people who have exemplified this fact. Let’s take a look at some of them. When Katherine Pelton was 86 years old, she swam the 200 meter butterfly in 1 minute and 14 seconds. She swam faster than people a quarter of her age or younger. Paul Spangler completed his 14th marathon at age 92. Dr. Leila Denmark didn’t decide to retire from practicing medicine, as a pediatrician, until she was 103. Margaret Ringenberg flew an airplane around the world at age 72. John Glenn, the first person to orbit the earth, also became the oldest astronaut to go into space when he was one of the space shuttle’s crew at age 77. Bertha Wood had a lifelong dream of writing and publishing a book. Her dream was finally realized when, at age 100, Bertha published her memoirs. Regardless of what you want to do, it is never too late. Here are just some of the things it’s never too late to do: pursue a goal, learn something new, go back to school, make a change, start exercising, lose weight, get a new job, start a business, and have fun. Limitations and roadblocks are self-imposed. When you tell yourself you can’t, or won’t do something, your mind believes you. Your brain then actively works to prevent you from accomplishing anything you don’t believe in. One’s financial situation is another reason given as to why goals are out of reach. “It’s too late because I don’t have enough money,” is one way this excuse is phrased. Bad decisions leading to financial loss also leave one hesitant to move forward. The above stories about people who were not deterred by their age prove that it’s never too late. There are also countless examples of people weathering devastating financial setbacks, only to emerge even more successful than before their hardships. Henry Ford went bankrupt twice before he successfully created his car company after his third try. R.H. Macy went bankrupt three times before his Macy’s stores were finally viable. Walt Disney went bankrupt before he finally found incredible success. Whatever financial challenges you are facing can be overcome. Problems are never a reason for giving up. Mistakes are part of life. Every unintended outcome is a learning experience. There is a solution for each problem you encounter. It doesn’t matter how old you are. What you have already been through is irrelevant. All that matters is where you want to go from here. Today is the time to get started. All progress starts by taking your first step. The actions taken today shape your future. Changing one small thing at a time is manageable. Taking small steps is OK. The effort expended improving your situation is never wasted. Your life lies ahead of you, not behind you. ---------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 Bryan Golden.

A Time Between Nancy Kennedy Tidd Bitts

Winter. The word sounds cold and dreary. Most people endure the season of damp, short days without looking for winter qualities. Winter air is crisp and cold but it has just enough warm days here and there to keep a spark of hope alive in our hearts. The naked trees seem depressed with barren limbs reaching out and roots digging deeper into earth for warmth and assurance of the promise. So it is that these cold days encourages us to stay close to the fires, to take it easy, do some reading, watch a little television, eat popcorn and add pounds! The cutting wind and bleak skies create a melancholy mood. When the harsh, north wind moans through the tress and cold rain falls from the rooftops and spatters against the windows we have a longing to curl up in our den, like the beaver, and wait until buttercups wave their bonnets in the warming sun. There is a stillness in the winter. A Quietness. Too quiet. No frog croaking. No cricket chirping. The woolybear caterpillar is in its cocoon and the groundhog is taking a long winter’s nap. The yapping coyotes can be heard in the late afternoon and on in the night when they run through the fields and woods. The birds that remained behind with us are busy, fluttering here and there, in search of food. Winter sometimes is silent snowflakes gently falling, transforming the monotone colors of winter into a sparkling whiteness. When our world is enclosed in crystal beauty with snow so soft and pure that it covers the ground and clings to the foliage like glimmering diamonds. I’m sure heaven could match this beauty. A snow-covered world is truly a magnificent sight and it always leaves me with a sense of awe and a feeling of unworthiness. It is winter and world is sleeping, renewing and waiting. Waiting for warm sunshine, for green leaves and dainty blossoms. Waiting for fuzzy kitten playing in the sun, cheerful birds building their nests and happy children running through puddles. It is the time of year when we reminisce of warm, colorful days of autumn but our hearts are happy as we feel the promise of spring. Winter is the time between.

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We hadn’t seen our pal, Steve the cowboy, at the philosophy counter at the Mule Barn truck stop for a while. After a week’s absence, he showed back up for his daily ration of caffeine, and it was obvious he’d lost some weight, if not attitude. “Hospital again,” he said. We nodded. Steve has internal workings situations from time to time. Usually, these happen during a cold snap when the bunkhouse needs extra firewood. He swears this is just a coincidence. He appreciates doctors a lot, it turns out. Especially young, cute, female-lady-type doctors. He has two of them that look after him. To quote Steve: “Cuter’n a pocketful of baby mouses!” But nurses? That’s another thing entirely. “They run this nurse in on me,” he said, “to give me one of them baths, you know?” Doc grinned. “Cute, was she, Steve?” “Cute? Doc, her face looked like it had worn out two

bodies. She had the exact aerodynamics of a milk carton, and the human kindness of a meter maid. I didn’t stand a chance!” “Food any better this year?” asked Herb. We had heard all about 12,000 mile-an-hour toast last year and how they had used it as heat shields on the space shuttle. “Boys, they don’t have food in that hospital. They just want to tease you by telling you it’s edible stuff. You just take our special Sunday dinner. They called it ribeye steak.” We waited while he sucked down another cup of coffee and asked Loretta to bring him something that wasn’t good for his situation. “Ribeye sounds good, Steve.” “Ribeye? RIBEYE? Say listen, guys, I don’t know what gopher they cut that off of, but it was sure as sin a long-distance gopher. That was so small and tough … I’ll bet that steak had more miles on it than my pickup.” ------------Brought to you by Packing the Backyard Horse 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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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2021

Charles Maynard Smith Charles Maynard Smith was born July 11, 1937 in Chester County, Tenn. the son of the late Jack Smith and Gladis Roland Smith. He was united in marriage to Shirley Ann Robbins in 1965. He served in the United States Army and was a Mason with Purdy Lodge 132. He was a member of the Lakeview Baptist Church in Selmer, Tenn. Mr. Smith departed this life on March 13, 2021 in Bethel Springs, Tenn. at the age of 83 years, 8 months, 2 days. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Smith; a daughter, Vickie Rankin and husband David; a son, Felix Smith and wife Michelle all of Bethel Springs, Tenn; two grandchildren: Michaela Tull of Lexington, Tenn., Charles William Smith of Bethel Springs, Tenn; two sisters, Barbara Smith and husband Benny, Peggy Patterson and husband Wayne; a brother, Glenn Smith and wife Barbara. In addition to his parents, Mr. Smith was preceded in death by two brothers, Ray Douglas Smith and James Crowley Smith; and two infant twin sisters. Services were held on March 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Jetta Forsythe officiating. Burial followed in the New Salem Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tenn.

William ‘‘Bill” Twilla William “Bill” Twilla, Jr, 65 of Pocahontas, passed from this life Sunday, March 6 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Mr. Twilla was born in Shelby County, Monday, November 21, 1955 to William Waldo and Geneva Gay Twilla, Sr. He served his country with the U.S. Marines receiving a National Defense Service Medal and a Rifle Expert Badge. He worked for Cummins Diesel Recon for 17 years prior to becoming disabled. He loved cars, motorcycles, Hallmark movies, children, family, collecting and working on classic cars, visiting, traveling, story-telling, holidays and fishing. He lived in Memphis until moving to Pocahontas 20 years ago. Survivors include his wife Theresa Ann Rush Twilla, whom he married December 7, 2000; a son, Marcus (Andrea) of Memphis; a grandson, William Twilla; two stepchildren, Josh (Melissa) Holliman of Bells and Grace Austin of Pocahontas; three stepgrandchildren, Lauryn Hope Threlkeld, Jada Austin and Nick Holliman; a step-great-grandchild, Everett Cobain Locke; two sisters, Ronda Morgan of Greenville, Texas and Janice Jackson (Dana) of Sardis, Miss. and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, James and Ronnie Joe Twilla and a nephew Jay Twilla. The family asks that donations be made to www. dav.org or woundedwarriorproject.org. Funeral services were held at 3 P.M. Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Shackelford Funeral Director’s Middleton Chapel with burial in Middleton City Cemetery.

Carolyn Marie Price Carolyn Marie Price was born June 27, 1940 in Michie, Tenn the daughter of the late Roscoe and Hazel Browder Hite. She departed this life on March 12, 2021 in Memphis, Tenn. at the age of 80 years, 8 months, 13 days. Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was dedicated to God and her family. She was a member of the Church of God in Somerville, Tenn. She is survived by her children: Randall Price and wife Cindy of Murfreesboro, Tenn., Steven Price of Murfeeesboro, Tenn., Ronnie Price and wife Michaelee of Somerville, Tenn., Donnie Price and wife Vicki of Somerville, Tenn., Mark Price and wife Gina of Decorah, Iowa; siblings: Hayward Hite and wife Sue of Michie, Tenn., Linda Hollin of Ramer, Tenn., Anthony Hite of Piperton, Tenn; 18 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. In addition to parents, Mrs. Price was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Dee Price; and a son, Michael Phillip Price. A graveside service was held on March 16, 2021 at the Prospect Cemetery in Selmer.

Jackie Lee Crouse Jackie Lee Crouse was born February 28, 1957 in McNairy County, Tenn. the son of the late R.C. and Mary Evelyn Jernigan Crouse. Jackie worked in residential construction hanging dry wall. He was a jokester,always making people laugh. He loved listening to countr y/rock-n-roll music and dancing. He was a great father and even greater grandfather. Spending time with his grandchildren brought him happiness and laughter. Mr. Crouse departed this life on March 6, 2021 in Jackson, Tenn. at the age of 64 years, 6 days. He is survived by a daughter, Crystal Crouse of Bethel Springs, Tenn; two sons, Michael Crouse and wife Tammy of Bethel Springs, Tenn. Jason Crouse of Selmer, Tenn. a brother, Roy Crouse of Hornsby, Tenn; eight grandchildren, Jessica Crouse and fiance Cody Pevytoe, Ginger Crouse and fiance Jessie Tackett, Mika Crouse and fiance Noah Thomas, Jasey Crouse, Karlie Crouse, Alize Davis, Kobe Davis, Lila Davis; four great grandchildren, Brayden Pevytoe, Emma Tackett, Aubrey Tackett, Huntley Thomas; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Crouse was preceded in death by a son, Brandon Crouse; and a brother, Dale Crouse. A graveside service was held on March 8, 2021 at the McCalips Chapel Cemetery in Selmer, Tenn. with Eric Jones officiating.

Esthelee Marie Pirtle Esthelee Marie Pirtle was born on March 16, 1993 in Jackson, Tenn., the daughter of Greg Paul Wright and Leslie Alison Martin Niukkanen. On October 22, 2017 she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Michael Neal Pirtle. Their family included two fur babies, Gracie and Moose, who had a special place in their hearts. Esthelee worked at Hardin County Bank in Savannah, Tenn. She was a member of Adamsville First Baptist Church. Esthelee touched many lives. Her light was seen through her contagious smile and infectious laugh in every room she entered. She was beautiful, strong, loyal, kind, determined, protective, selfless, funny and so very loved. What brought Esthelee an incredible amount of joy was sitting by the ocean, going on adventures with her husband and being with her family (cousins nights). The love she had for her husband and best friend, Michael, is beyond words. He was her ultimate rock and the love of her life. Esthelee’s strong positive outlook on her journey changed the hearts of many and will continue to impact lives in this world. There is no doubt Esthelee is in Heaven jumping with victory shouting “I AM HEALED.” Esthelee departed this life on Thursday, March 11, 2021 in Savannah, Tenn. at the age of 27 years, 11 months and 23 days. She is survived by her husband, Michael Pirtle of Savannah, Tenn; mother, Leslie (Michael) Niukkanen of Morris Chapel, Tenn; father, Greg Wright of Adamsville, Tenn; sister, Olivia Dallas Wright of Murfreesboro, Tenn; grandparents, Alice Martin of Stantonville, Tenn., Jerry and Nancy Wright of Selmer, Tenn; loving in-laws David and Donna Pirtle of Counce, Tenn; sister-in-law, Angel Pirtle of Counce, Tenn; brothers-in law, Nathan (Lauren) Pirtle and their children Ella Mae, Grady and Darcie of Benton, Ky. and Jonathan Pirtle of Counce, Tenn. There were also special cousins, Andrea Martin, Kelsey Martin, Jordan Martin, Vivian Martin, Mary Alice Martin, Austin Martin, Shaw Martin, Abbi Wright, Nolan Wright and Kelsi Wright. Preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Hugh Martin and two cousins, Easton Martin and Payton Martin. Services was held on March 14, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah in Savannah, Tenn., with Darren Martin and Chad Ball officiating. Burial was followed in the Martin Cemetery at Stantonville, Tenn. Serving as pallbearers, Gary Wright, Todd Wright, Brent Martin, Noel Martin, Shaw Martin

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Walter (Bud) P. Mahaney September 7, 1949 March 11, 2021 Walter Mahaney, a son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, departed this Earth on March 11, 2021 in his home in Selmer Tenn. Born in Louisville, Ky. on September 7, 1949 to Walter (Pete) and Frances (Coon) Mahaney. He was an avid Kentucky basketball fan and he would often say he bled blue. He lived in various places in Kentucky before moving to Indiana. He served in the Army doing a tour in Vietnam from 5/70-5/71. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. He graduated from Oakland City University, Magna Cum Laude. He was employed at Fischer’s Mobile Home and Branchville Correctional Center before moving to Tennessee and working for the Tennessee Department of Probation and Parole. He is survived by his loving mother Frances Mahaney of Tell City, Ind., his loving devoted wife Linda of Selmer, Tenn; four children Jenan (Jeff) Hendershot, Paul/buddy (Valerie) Mahaney all of Tell City, Ind; Laura (Robby) Luna of Baytown, Texas, Keith (Laura) Mahaney of Tell City, Ind. and step son Chris (Andra) Evans of Kennedale, Texas; one sister and four brothers: Sue (Phil) Simpson of Warsaw, Ky., Tony (Linda) Mahaney of St. Meinrad, Ind., Kevin (Charlene) Mahaney of Cannelton, Ind., James Mahaney of Jeffersontown, Ky., Dwayne Mahaney of Lexington, Ky. He was blessed with 18 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A celebration of his love and life will be held on Monday March 15, 2021 at the Tell City Community Center, 601 16th Street Corner of 16th and Franklin From 2 p.m. - 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to St. Jude’s Hospital.

Perry Mullins Perry Wayne Mullins was born October 13, 1967 in Corinth, Miss. the son of Kay Selle Mullins Wilson and the late Bobby Wayne Mullins. Perry was a 1985 graduate of Collierville High School. He was united in marriage to Kim Wilkinson on December 16, 1989. Perry worked for 26 years for Tull Brothers Glass as a glazier and at Thyseenkrupp for six years as a punch operator. He was a member of Eastview First United Pentecostal Church, Ramer Volunteer Fire Department from 2010 to the present, Moscow Volunteer Fire Department from 1993-2005 and served as a reserve officer for Moscow Police Department from 2004-2006. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors and grilling out with family and friends. Perry departed this life on March 14, 2021 in Ramer, Tenn. at the age of 53 years, 5 months, 1 day. He is survived by his wife Kim Mullins of Ramer, Tenn; a son, Matthew W. Mullins of Ramer, Tenn; mother, Kay Mullins Wilson and stepdad, Pete of Ramer, Tenn; a brother, David Mullins and wife Sophia of Collierville, Tenn; in-laws, Gerald and Fannie Wilkinson of Moscow, Tenn; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to his father, Mr. Mullins was preceded in death by uncle, A.C. “Moon” Mullins; brotherin-law, Ron Wilkinson. A graveside service will be held on March 19, 2021 2:00 p.m. at the Indian Creek Cemetery in Ramer, Tenn.

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Recipe of the Week

Card of Thanks

Sour Cream Cornbread By Donna Howard INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup butter, melted in a 9 or 10 inch cast iron skillet • 1 1/2 cup cornmeal • 1/2 cup all purpose ﬂour • 2 tablespoon baking powder

• 1 tsp. salt • 2 eggs • 1/2 cup sour cream • 1 cup buttermilk DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 2. Melt butter in skillet. 3. In a small bowl

combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. 4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, and buttermilk. 5. Pour in melted butter, leaving a small amount in the skillet. 6. Combine milk

mixture and dry ingredients. 7. Stir until well blended. 8. Pour into hot skillet. 9. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Mexican Corn Bread By Mildred Dilworth INGREDIENTS • 1 cup cream style corn • 2/3 cup Wesson oil • 3 eggs • 1 1/2 cup self-rising cornmeal • 1 cup buttermilk • 1 1/2 pods jalapeno peppers,

chopped • dash of salt • 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated DIRECTIONS 1. Mix cream style corn, eggs, cornmeal, buttermilk, jalapeno peppers

and salt as any other bread. 2. Pour layer of mixture and sprinkle with about 1/2 of grated cheddar cheese. 3. Pour another layer of mixture and sprinkle with rest of

cheddar cheese. 4. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 45 minutes in a 10 inch iron skillet. Makes 10 to 12 servings.

March 16, 1993 - March 11, 2021

The Family of Esthelee Marie Pirtle Our family wishes to give our deepest heartfelt appreciation and thanks to our First Baptist Church family, Dear friends and loving community’s show of genuine affection for the celebration of life to our beloved Esthelee Marie Pirtle. We can rest in the everlasting belief that Our Lord put Esthelee and Michael together to share their Love and Life together for the past three and half years. All through this journey they have always professed that “God is in Control” We rest in knowing that our Esthelee is in Heaven in God’s comforting arms. Not Goodbye but “see you later” our precious Angel. Thank You Father for sharing Esthelee with us. The Wright Family Jerry, Nancy & Olivia Dallaso Greg & Julie Gary & Wendy Todd & Danielle Leslie & Michael Niukkanen The Pirtle Family David, Donna, Nathan Jonathan and Angel

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.

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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.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

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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Public Notice IN THE GENERAL SESSIONS COURT OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Public Notice that this Notice be published for four consecutive weeks in the Independent Appeal.

HALEY RAY ANN LUCAS,

This the 1 day of March, 2021.

VS.

VAN D. McMAHAN, JUDGE

DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS, DEFENDANT, DOCKET NO. 2021-DV13 ORDER FOR PUBLICATION NOTICE In this Cause, it appearing from the Complaint which is Sworn to, that the whereabouts of the Defendant, DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS, are unknown and cannot be ascertained by the diligent search and inquiry made to that end. IT IS THEREFORE, ORDERED that Publication Notice issue against the Defendant, DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS, requiring him to appear and Answer the Complaint filed in this Cause against him in the GENERAL SESSIONS Court of MCNAIRY County, Tennessee, within thirty (30) days of the last Publication of this Notice and serve a copy of the Answer on Howard F. Douglass, Post Office Box 39, Lexington, Tennessee 38351, Attorney for the Plaintiff, within said time. It is further ORDERED

HALEY RAY ANN LUCAS vs DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS MCNAIRY GENERAL SESSIONS Court 2120 (DR) 4073 FILED DATE 03/01/2021 TIME 2:39 BYRON MAXEDON, CLERK 8976 (44 45 46 47) IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS PROBATE NO. P- 1676 Estate of HENRY LYLE LOTT, late of McNairy County,Tennessee Notice is Hereby Given that on the 9th day of March, 2021, Letters of Administration, in respect of the Estate of Henry Lyle Lott, deceased, who died January 8, 2021 , were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court Clerk of McNairy County, Tennessee. All persons residents and nonresident, having claims, matured or unma-

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Public Notice tured, against the Estate are required by law to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be forever barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of his notice the creditor recieved an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before date, that is four (4) months from the dateof the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor recieved an actual copy of the Noticeless than sixty (60) days prior to the date ,that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the decendent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 9th day of September, 2021. THIS NOTICE WILL RUN TWO CONSECUTIVE WEEKS Jesse Lott, Administrator

FILE CLAIMS IN TRIPLICATE WITH: Reynolds & Reynolds Law Firm, Attorneys for the Estate KIM BOALS, CLERK & MASTER MCNAIRY COUTY COURTHOUSE SELMER, TN 38375 Kim Boals, Clerk & Master 8987 (45 46) Notice Casue No. 2020-JV-54 In the Juvenile Court of McNairy County, Tennessee At Selmer Adoption of Jackson Scott Bolton, DOB: 08/15/2020 By: Kyle Lee Hamilton and Christina Renah Hamilton, Petitioners, vs. The Unknown Father, Respondent. In this cause, it appearing from the Order of Publication, that the Respondent, the Unknown Father’s, residence is unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent inquiry, it was ordered that publication be made for four successive weeks, in the Independent Appeal, to notify Respondent, The Unknown Father, to file an answer with this court

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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.

Local Schedule 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 Tennis Scotts Hill at McNairy Central, 4 High School Softball McNairy Central at Adamsville, 4:30 High School Baseball Bolivar at Adamsville, 6 High School Soccer Lexington at Adamsville, 6 March 19 High School Baseball Adamsville at Middleton, 4:30 March 22 High School Baseball Adamsville vs Riverside (at Jackson Generals Stadium), TBD High School Softball Adamsville at Scotts Hill, 5 McNairy Central at Kossuth (Miss.), 5

Lady Cats rally in debut By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats came back from a 5-0 second inning deficit to take a 12-6 victory over the Ripley Lady Tigers in their seasonopening game on Monday. Ripley took the early 5-0 lead with one out in the second, the last four on a Mariah Morgan grand slam. Chanley Price walked, stole second, and took third when Maddie Kirk reached on an outfield error. Chloe Shelton plated Price and Kirk with a base hit. Anna sent Shelton home to put the Lady Bobcats within 5-3 in the fourth. The Lady Tigers added another run in the fifth. Analyn Maxedon walked with two out in the bottom of the fifth. Courtesy runner Lynlee Brown stole second and scored on a Price hit. Kirk smashed a 3-run home run to centerfield and tied

the game at 6-6. Carly Maness was hit by a pitch in the sixth. Courtesy runner Aspen Teague stole second and took third on a Kylee Brown bunt single. McNairy Central took the lead for good when Teague scored on an error to make the score 7-6. Maxedon hit the second Lady Bobcats home run on the night to push the McNairy Central lead to 10-6. Price was hit by a pitch and moved to second on a Kirk single before scoring on an error. Kirk scored on a Shelton sacrifice. Kylee Brown finished with six earned runs on four walks and eight hits. She finished with 13 strikeouts. Lady Bobcats head coach Mel Surratt said preseason that she has a lot of depth this year. “I’ve got a lot of solid players all through the lineup,” she said. “I don’t see myself starting the same combination in any game this year. It just depends on what we need

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

Duey Pierce clears the tag on a double in the second inning against Ripley. and what we’re struggling with.” McNairy Central finished a COVID-shortened

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

McNairy Central at Scotts Hill, 5:30 March 25 High School Baseball Sacred Heart at Adamsville, 5:30 March 26 High School Baseball Adamsville vs Riverside (at Jackson Generals Stadium), TBD High School Softball McNairy Central at Buffalo Festival - Linden/Lobelville

March 29 High School Tennis McNairy Central at Adamsville, 4 High School Softball Adamsville at Lexington, 5 Chester Co. at McNairy Central, 5 High School Soccer Adamsville at McNairy Central, 5:30 March 30 High School Tennis Liberty at McNairy Central, 4 High School Soccer Adamsville at Wayne Co., 5:30 High School Softball Riverside at Adamsville, 5 South Side at McNairy Central, 5 April 1 High School Tennis McNairy Central at Hardin County, 4 High School Softball Adamsville at USJ, 5 McNairy Central at North Side, 5 April 2 High School Softball McNairy Central vs. Waverly (at Camden) freshmen and sophomores only April 3 High School Softball McNairy Central vs. Waverly (at Camden) freshmen and sophomores only April 5 High School Softball Adamsville at South Side, 5 High School Soccer Wayne Co. at Adamsville, 5:30 April 6 High School Tennis Adamsville at McNairy Central, 4

season a year ago with a 1-0 record. “It’s been kind of hard getting back into the mo-

tion of everything,” Maness said. “I think we’re going to

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Adamsville run rules Indians

March 23 High School Softball Chester Co. at Adamsville,

March 27 High School Softball McNairy Central at Buffalo Festival - Linden/Lobelville

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Staff Photo by Joel Counce

Adamsville senior Jake Whitley said it felt good to be back. The senior second baseman hit 2-for-2 with a walk, a run scored and an RBI in the Cardinals’ 11-1 victory over North Side in the season-opener Monday. “Our hitting and pitching is going to be good,” Whitley said preseason. “We want to bring home the hardware.” Senior catcher Chaz Sanders predicted in the preseason the Cardinals’ hitting and pitching would be strong this year. “I think everybody is excited to be back,” he said. “I think we’re going to win a lot of games. “The newcomers have fit in really well.” Lathan Morris had a

team-high three RBI with a second inning home run. Sanders hit 2-for-3 with two RBI and two runs scored. He also drew a walk. Harrison Way scored two runs on hitting 2-for-2 with a walk. Ashton Duke scored a pair of runs on 1-for-1 hitting and a walk. Adamsville finished with nine total hits and eight walks in the contest. Wes Butler pitched all five innings before the game was called on a run-rule. He gave up one earned run on one hit and four walks. Butler struck out 10 in the win. Cardinals head coach Jason Foley said five players stood out in the preseason. “Three of them are doing what we expected,” he said. “I think we’re going to have more depth. We will continue to work and improve.”

Adamsville’s Logan Luckett crosses home plate for the final run in an 11-1 Cardinals victory on Monday

Adamsville tennis sweeps Tigers By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The Adamsville Cardinals opened their 2021 tennis season with a sweep over Bolivar on Monday. “It feels great to be back on the courts,” Adamsville head coach Michael Harvill said. “I’m very proud of the way the boys and girls played today.” The Adamsville boys finished with a 4-3 team victory. The Lady Cardinals won 5-2. Rylan Coffman and Cale Vinson led the boys with 8-3 and 8-5 victories over Connor Emerson and Chris Patton, respec-

tively. Nick Franks defeated Bolivar’s Campbell Emerson 8-6. The Cardinals’ Noah Cline fell to Bolivar’s Alex Maxwell 8-1. The Tigers’ Agustin Munoz defeated Adamsville’s Harrison Copeland 8-5. The doubles team of Coffman and Vinson defeated Emerson and Patton 8-4. Mawell and Munoz defeated Cline and Copeland 8-1. Madison Wilson led the Lady Cardinals with an 8-2 victory over Bolivar’s Haley Harris. Annalyn Harvill defeated the Lady Tigers Kyli Sherman 8-5. Adamsville’s Maddie Hatch defeated Ella Rich-

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(Above) Rylan Coffman returns a serve during practice Thursday. Annalyn Harvill (Below, left) waits to hit at the Cardinals last practice before their season opener. ardson 8-6. Bolivar’s Emily Gibson defeated the Lady Cardinals’ Delaney White 8-2. Kendall Adkins defeated the Adamsville’s Elly Brashier 8-6. The Lady Cardinals swept the doubles match, with Harvill and Hatch downing Richardson and Sherman 8-6. Brashier and Ball defeated Fry and Harris 8-5. Harvill has 18 players on his roster. “I think maybe it’s because of COVID, maybe there’s a bigger interest in non-contact sports,” Harvill said. “We’re ready to

get playing; we’re ready to play somebody. These are all good kids. Out of all the kids who have come out this year, i don’t have a lick of trouble out of any of them and that means a lot to me. “I’m glad we’re getting these younger kids out here to play and gain some experience.” Copeland, the Cardinals’ lone senior playing on the boys’ side Copeland, is playing in his first year. Brashier, Harvill and Hatch are seniors on the girls side.

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MC soccer begins season

Ladys Cards open at Wayne County By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The Adamsville Lady Cardinals played well in the preseason a year ago. “We only lost two starters from last year,” Adamsville head coach Lani Price said. “We have three pitchers this season and we hope to spread that out.” The Lady Cardinals have three seniors this year: Chloe Dickerson, Shelbe Sisk and Chloee Swearingen. “For the most part, we are returning our infield and outfield,” Price said.

“We will have a new catcher, though.” Dickerson is a four year starter. “I’ve played with these (seniors) four years and we’ve grown together,” she said. “This is the closest we’ve ever been, it’s just like we all click. Our personalities just work.” First baseman Emma Wicker said the team has practiced well together. “I think we all like each other and play better as a team than we have before,” she said. “It was probably a little harder to get back in the swing of things (be-

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cause of the year off). We are a closer-knit team than we have been before and I think that will affect the way we play.” Adamsville opened their season with a game Tuesday against Wayne County. They host inter-county rival McNairy Central at 5 p.m. Thursday. The Lady Cardinals share the district with the Lady Bobcats, South Side, North Side, Lexington, Chester County and Scotts Hill.

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy Central Bobcats soccer season was over before it started. The team’s 12 seniors’ year came and went without lining up for a single regular season game. “We’ve had a lot of guys who graduated to come out and help us in practice,” McNairy Central

head coach Nick Cook said. “They’re always a big help to us. All of them have been in these (game) situations. They’re able to step in and help.” This year’s roster has two seniors. The Bobcats finished 10-2 in 2019. “The sky is the limit for this year’s team, I think,” senior sweeper Tyrone Luster said. “It’s a lot like last year’s team. The road may

be more difficult this year, though.” Senior midfielder Trey Durbin agreed. “I expect us to be better than what people think we will,” he said. After a season-opening contest with Covington on Monday, the Bobcats get a two week break before hosting Adamsville on March 29.

Staff Photos by Joel Counce

(Top) Trey Durbin (left) and Trey Joyner run through drills at the Bobcats’ practice last week. McNairy Central opened the season at Covington and will have a two week break before hosting Adamsville on March 29. The Bobcats began practing for the season in January. Tuesday marked one year since the Bobcats season was canceled.

Staff Photos by Joel Counce

(Top) senior infielder Chloee Swearingen fires across the diamond in the Lady Cardinals’ practice Thursday. (Above) Freshman utility player Cece Maxey snags a a groundball during practice last week. Adamsville began the season at Wayne County Tuesday and host McNairy Central on Thursday

TENNIS

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“I’m excited about this year and I have high hopes,” Annalyn Harvill, who is in her fifth year with the Cardinals, said. “I’m leaving it all on the court

this year.” Coffman is the number 1 player on the boys’ side. “I’m excited to get started and see what the season brings,” he said. “It feels different this year (after not playing last year). I’m ready to play some matches.”

Michael Harvill said he hopes Adamsville will get to play a full season. “We’re just going to have to wait and see how things go,” he said. “I’m looking forward to it. I hope we can have some good weather and some good matches.”

Staff Photos by Joel Counce

Chanley Price (Above) scored the first Lady Bobcats run in a 12-6 come-from-behind victory over Ripley on Monday. The Lady Bobcats matched last year’s finish at 1-0 with the start this year. The Lady Bobcats travel to Adamsville on Thursday for a matchup with county rival Adamsville. First pitch is set for 5:30.

LADY CATS From Page 1A

Staff Photos by Joel Counce

Delaney White goes after a ball during practice last week at Buford Pusser Memorial Park in Adamsville. The Cardinals and Lady Cardinals opened season play at Middleton on Monday.

be good this; we have lots of talent. “There hasn’t been any drama. Everyone is really close.” Bedwell, a senior second baseman, said the Lady Bobcats practiced

well in the preseason. “The energy has been great, there’s been lots of positivity,” she said. “We’re kind of flying blind (going into the season) because you don’t know what anyone else has.” Kylee Brown returns for her senior year on the mound.

“We’ve got a pretty good offensive group,” she said. “We have a strong group. I think we will make it far.” Maxedon said she was glad to get to play. “I’m excited,” she said. “I’m thankful the good Lord has blessed us to be able to play this year. “I want to win state this