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Residents of AHC enjoy parade Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
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Above, a car makes its way through the parade delighting residents with a machine that fills the air with bubbles. Bottom left, two cars pass by the residents as they wave and cheer. Bottom right, Residents line the parking lot to enjoy the parade and hold up signs in appreciation.
AHC McNairy held their annual car parade to kick off Skilled Nursing Week. The residents and staff of the facility dawned their masks and came outside to enjoy the event. Selmer City Police and the Selmer City Fire Department took part in the event controlling traffic and joining in the parade. The parade is open to anyone that would like to participate. The event is designed to get the residents outside and help to get them involved in
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Food truck comes to Adamsville Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
Adamsville now has a new food truck in town. Fully Loaded Eats and Treats has opened their doors and offer all types of food for lunch. The inspiration for the vehicle came when they watched “Great Food Truck Race” on Food Network. Jessica realized there was nothing quite like the trucks she had seen on the show around the area so she de-
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McNairy Co. COVID-19 Cases as of May 10
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McNairy County Chamber and EDC held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Fully Loaded Eats and Treats food truck in Adamsville May 10th.
McNairy County gets approved for disaster assistance Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
Total Tested 21,600 Cases 2,825 Deaths 54 Recovered 2,743
McNairy County is one of 23 counties that will receive federal recovery assistance under a major disaster declaration because of severe weather and flooding across Tennessee on March 27th and 28th. The other 22 counties include Campbell, Cannon, Cheatham, Claiborne, Clay, Davidson, Decatur, Fentress, Grainger, Hardeman, Henderson, Hickman, Jackson, Madison, Maury,
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Downed trees from recent storms near Hamburg Road and highway 22. Heavy equipment was required to clear the roadway.
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Discover Big Hill Pond State Park Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
Big Hill Pond State Park is a great place to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities. The Park received its name from the 35-acre lake created in 1853. The lake was the result of being scooped up and transferred to Tuscumbia and Cypress Creek to build the Memphis to Charleston railroad. In 1977 the area was designated a state park by the Department of Conservation for future recreational opportunities. The swampy areas are a good habitat for waterfowl, wildlife and
an array of fish. The park is 5,000 acres with campsites available, however there is no backcountry camping allowed. Sheltered campsites capable of holding up to 10 people are available along the trails. There are 28 tent and small RV campsites available. They also have hot showers and a modern bathhouse. Three primitive group camps make a perfect option for your next scouting event or group camping expedition. Firewood can also be purchased on-site. Recreational activities include fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking and paddle boarding. Travis McNatt Lake has
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amazing views and fishermen will find bass, bream and catfish. The park is also home to 30 miles of overnight and daytime use hiking trails. Visitors with horses may bring them and enjoy 14 miles of horse trails. You can explore the horse trails by mountain bike as well. Horses and bikes must remain on the designated trails. Kayaks can be rented, along with paddle boards, to explore Travis McNatt Lake. The boat dock on the lake is equiped with a handicap accessible Kayak launch. Birding is another hobby that you can enjoy while exploring Big Hill Pond State Park. Birds such as the rusty blackbird, Carolina chickadee, northern rough winged swallow, tree swallow, Acadian flycatcher, and the prothonotary warbler are just some of the birds that are found at the park. Nesting bald eagles are also found here. The park features a 70-foot-tall observation tower which is great for getting a bird’s eye view of the entire area. There are also two picnic pavilions on the grounds that can be rented for gatherings or events for $52 per day. These pavilions can hold 48 to 96 people and come picnic tables, grills and restroom facilities. For information or to make reservations call 731-645-7967.
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“We know where the need exists.” Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
Every Thursday MidSouth Food Bank delivers food for those in need in Selmer. A truck arrives with boxes of food that is unloaded and sorted. John Smith, the mayor for the city of Selmer along with staff and multiple officers of the Selmer Police Department sort and bag the groceries.
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Officer Nicholas Inman, Officer Alli Pettit, City of Selmer Mayor John Smith, Holly Rickman, Investigator Nathan Harrison and Building Inspector Jim Replogle prepare bags of food to be delivered.
The bags are loaded into patrol cars and distributed to households in need. “We know where need exists” said Officer Nicholas Inman. “We deal with folks on a daily basis, so we understand where the need is.” On this day there was an ample amount of food to be distributed. It was estimated there would be easily over 100 bags to distribute.
Matlock questions bidding process Janet Rail Publisher
by Kennedy. “This was discussed in a public meeting when the board approved it. “Everything we did was in open business. This group is a big buying group that serves several school districts in the state and government bodies. They handle the bidding process to secure the best deal. Any local vendor can join TIPSUSA,” said Martin. The school board submitted a bid for the roofing of Adamsville High School, the old portion of Adamsville Elementary, Bethel Springs Elementary and Michie Elementary. Watson Roofing won the bid with an estimated $1.2 million for all four roofing projects, according to Martin. “We have worked with Watson Roofing in the past and nothing prevents any vendor from being a member. We have stimulus money from ESSER One Funding money allotted to improve roofs, ventilation, etc. “My objective is to be able to do everything we can to make all of our schools better. I am glad these funds are available, as without such funds, we could not complete this work timely, purchase new buses and make such improvements on a county budget,” said Martin.
J.D. Matlock, Matlock Roofing, made an accusation that the school board was practicing deceit. After thanking the commissioner’s for their service, Matlock proceeded to state that Greg Martin, director of schools, had practiced some deceit and kept people in the dark. “Mr. Martin and the school board are practicing deceit. Anything over 50,000 must have architects and engineers and I didn’t see any and this money is going toward public dollars,” said Matlock “There is 1.5 to 2 million dollars to be spent on Photo Submitted roofs in schools. Who has The Gulf, Mobile and Ohio Railroad at Finger, Tennessee, the point from which most of Red Miller’s adventures the authority to spend this began. much money?,” said Matlock. Matlock stated he had contacted attorney Terry Abernathy to discuss this and that Abernathy made a call to Craig Kennedy, county attorney. “I thought we were As late as the early Andersonville prisoner of with the romantic tales of John Talbott 2000’s, there were many friends, why didn’t you war camp survivor Finis E. hobo life as spun by Red. Contributor He taught these young older gentlemen in the come to me,” said KenneMiller. Both Red and Finis men the ways of the hobo. north end of the county dy. “You are the counselor, eventually lived in Finger. In the first years of the Red was reputed to He taught them the small and in surrounding areas do you know what’s going Great Depression, many know the steel rails of things of hobo life: hobo who still fondly remem- on? I don’t have to come to Americans were out of America as well as any cuisine, how to spot a bered the old hobo. you,” said Matlock. work and displaced. Kennedy attempted to Red continued to live hobo in the territory. Ac- friendly home where food With nowhere to go, cording to local who knew could be procured and the life of the hobo until discuss the matter. Matmany took to an itinerate him, he traveled all 48 where kindness could be such time that he became lock stated, “I am going to life of travel by highway, contiguous states and saw found and how to survive unable to travel. At some higher ups,” said Matlock. byway and rail. Upon further invespoint, Red left the Finger much of Canada and Mex- on the rails. Many men and women ico. He taught these young area and went to the Poor tigation, Martin shared sought escape from the that the school board had Local folks often told men where to look for the House at Selmer to live. poverty and toil of their of how members of the hobo sign of a friendly Members of the com- joined TIPS-USA, a purlives by emigrating to other Miller family came from home: a carved sign on munity came down to the chasing cooperative in Janregions than those they out west to visit with Cal- the floor joist of the back Finger Depot to see Red uary which was reviewed had known all their lives. lie and Mattie Miller, the porch of the benevolent in- Miller off to the Poorhouse. Others traveled but even- daughters of Finis Miller. dividual. He lived out the rest of his tually came back home. His tales of travel across life there and died there on Red decided he wanted to Perhaps one of the visit with these kinfolks but the continent captivated August 16, 1951, of a coromost interesting of itiner- he arrived at his cousins those who took the time to nary thrombosis due to hyate travelers in this region too late. pertensive cardiovascular listen to him. was a hobo named Jenkins Many others thought disease. He was told they’d tak“Red” Miller. Raised in the en the train home the day him to be mentally chalHe was buried at Mount area between Finger and before his visit. So, Red lenged and indeed he ap- Carmel and local townsfolk Sweetlips, Red Miller in- took off down the rails and, pears to have been quite raised funds with which to spired many young boys according to the tale, he peculiar. Some people purchase a gravestone for around the Finger area in was sitting on his kinfolks’ picked on Red and tor- him and his mother. the 1920’s and 1930’s. To this date, various front porch when they ar- mented him. In all reality, Red’s en- rived home. He’d used One memory shared by members of the families tire life was spent as a hobo his knowledge of the rail a number of knowledge- of the young men Red inin the purest form of the system to beat these folks able people was that Red spired still leave a red flowword. would curse a tormentor er on Red’s grave each year home. Born in 1870, Red was a Many a young man and then pray that a rock at Decoration Day. distant relative of the well- growing up in north Mc- would fall on the offending known Miller family from Nairy County was taken person’s head. 356 Industrial Park Dr. Selmer, Tennessee Sweetlips that included Anthony Lambert 731-645-6888
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McNairy County School District awarded for excellence in music education Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
The McNairy County School district has received the 2021 Best Community for Music Education Award. The National association of Music Merchants, NAMM, advances active participation in music making by supporting scientific research and philanthropic giving. This award goes out to 686 dis-
tricts every year. This year McNairy County has been honored as with the Best Communities for Music Education designation by the NAMM Foundation. Now in its 22nd year, this designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in providing music access and education to all students. Music teachers in the area answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements,
music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program and community making music programs. Their responses to the surveys were verified with school officials and reviewed by the Music Research Institute at the University of Kansas. Many School districts have recommitted to music and arts education programs and found during the pandemic that these programs offer a valuable way to keep students en-
gaged in school. Research into music education has shown that music instruction aides in educational, cognitive and social skill benefits to the children that make music. After two years of music education studies have found that participants showed substantial improvements in how the brain processes speech and their reading skills. Children involved in music programs are more likely to graduate high school and attend college
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verses those that do not play music. Individuals who took music lessons have stronger neural processing of sound even after 50 years of not playing an instrument. Adamsville Marching Band and the McNairy Central Bobcat Marching Band compete across West Tennessee every year. 2020 however was an exception due to the pandemic shutting down competitions nationwide. “McNairy County is very blessed to have been
PARADE FROM PAGE 1 the community. Erin Livingston the administrator of the facility said “We celebrate what we do every day but this week kind of us to focuses more light on what we do, We like to have fun and we like to remind everyone that even though it is hard at times we can still have a lot of fun and what we do is very impor-
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25th Judicial District Attorney addresses the Mcnairy Republican Women Jai Templeton Contributor
25th Judicial District Attorney General Mark Davidson recently addressed the monthly gathering of the McNairy County Republican Women’s Luncheon held at the Charcoal Grill. Davidson’s comments centered primarily on Truth in Sentencing. Davidson remarked that it is disheartening for victims to learn that convicted offenders often spend much less time incarcerated than their sentence implies. The Tennessee District Attorney General’s Conference has led efforts to make the punishment reflective of
the actual sentence. Other issues that General Davidson feels will strengthen Tennessee’s criminal justice system as well as protect the rights of victims include safe spaces for victims in every courthouse, prioritization of the payment for victim restitution and stronger protections for Tennessee’s senior citizen population. These three issues are legislative priorities of the TDAG’s Conference. More information on the proposed legislation can be found at tndagc.org. Davidson stated, “We are always working to protect victims, especially children and our senior
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citizens.” His office in cooperation with local law enforcement currently has nineteen pending cases that involve minor victims of sexual assault, drug exposure and other forms of abuse and neglect. Davidson said that this volume of current cases is indicative of the aggressive work of law enforcement in McNairy County to prosecute abusers. The 25th Judicial District is comprised of McNairy, Hardeman, Fayette, Tipton and Lauderdale Counties. The local office of the District Attorney is located at the McNairy County Criminal Justice Complex, 300 Industrial Drive, and Selmer. It is led by Assistant District Attorney Lisa Miller. The office number is 731-645-1030. General Davidson is a native of Covington Tennessee and received his law degree from the
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Rodney Horner and Jessica Horner converted a Snap-On Tool truck a fully functional kitchen on wheels. “We build houses,” said Jessica. “If we can build a house surely, we can build a food truck.” The truck is equipped with friers and a griddle and plenty of refrigeration and freezer space. The welllit area is also spacious and
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Moore, Overton, Scott, Smith, Wayne, Williamson and Wilson. Tennessee Emergency Management Association coordinated and organized a joint preliminary damage assessment with local emergency officials and Federal Emergency Management Agency in these impacted counties. These counties, including McNairy County, will be able to seek reimbursement through FEMA’s Public Assistance Program for emergency response measures and repair or replacement of disaster damaged facilities and infrastructure. Severe weather over March 27th and 28th caused
the recipient of this award three times. That is in part to a deep level of commitment by the county’s music educators to provide all students with exposure and an appreciation for music and the arts, which we believe helps to create better well-rounded future members of society. This award is a great honor and we as music educators are excited to have the opportunity to share it with our community.” Ryan Foret McNairy Central Band Director said.
tant for these residents and their loved ones that trust us with their care.” “We also want to thank our staff too.” Connie Ables Activity Director said. “Together through the seasons is our theme and they have literally been through all four seasons together, its been trying but they have done well.” The event will take place next year on May 8th.
makes a great space to work from. They offer a variety of treats such as funnel cakes, subs and all types of fries. Coke products, tea and water are also available. The truck will be in Adamsville and they will be selling their food at the Buford Pusser Festival on Memorial Day weekend in downtown Adamsville. They open once a week and their food sells out almost every time. You can find the truck on www.facebook.com/fullyloaded731. fatalities in the state and disrupted power to 15,000 customers. Some areas in Tennessee received seven to 9 inches of rainfall. This resulted in one of the worst flooding events since the great Tennessee flood of May 2010. County wide Pickwick Electric incurred approximately $300,000 in damage to power lines and transformers. The City of Selmer and the county each suffered about $100,000 in property damage according to McNairy County Emergency Management Director Alan Strickland. Individual assistance is only available in Davidson, Williamson and Wilson counties.
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In March, Future Business Leaders of America students competed at the state competition. Due to the pandemic, the conference was held virtually this year. Seven of these students have advanced to the national level. The national leadership conference was scheduled to be held in Anaheim, California but will also be held virtually in late June. Congratulations to the following students: Jake Morris / Will Chandler - Marketing Team (2nd Place), Abigail Hurst - Introduction to Financial Math (2nd Place), Abagail Ashe - Health Care Administration (4th Place), Marion Harrison - Introduction to Business Procedures (4th Place), Willow Merry - Personal Finance (4th Place), Morgan Moore - Economics (4th Place). Chapter Advisors are Lisa Chandler and Josh Hatchell.
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Citizens of Selmer gathered at the Latta building to pray and celebrate National Assistant Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Michie Jeff Shaw and McNairy County Prayer Day. Mayor Larry Smith share a discussion at the National Day of Prayer service in Michie.
County celebrates National Day of Prayer Janet Rail Publisher
Local faith leaders came together to pray for the nation, our community and local leaders on the National Day of Prayer celebrating over 70 years of prayer for America. This is not a public holiday and businesses run as
usual, but is closely linked to our founding fathers. In 1775 when the Continental Congress allocated a time for prayer in forming a new nation. This tradition, calls for prayer and follows a rich tradition since President Abraham Lincoln in 1863. On April 17, 1952, President Harry Truman signed a bill proclaiming the National Day of Prayer into law and President
Reagan amended the law in 1988, designating the first Thursday of May each year as the National Day of Prayer. A National Day of Prayer Task Force helps coordinate events and the President issues a proclamation each year in commemoration. McNairy County had two events scheduled. One in the City of Selmer at The Latta Building on Thursday
morning and one in Michie at the Church of God of Prophesy. The service in Selmer and Michie followed this years theme Lord, pour out your Love, Life and Liberty. Local ministers from the Selmer Ministerial Association from Cypress Church, Life Wind Covenant Church, First Baptist Church and Lakeview joined mayors John Smith,
of Selmer and county mayor Larry Smith in prayer. The Michie service was held at noon and hosted five local churches, Church of God of Prophesy, First Baptist Michie, Trinity Baptist, Acton Church of Christ and Lebanon United Methodist all sharing prayers and encouragement in commemoration of the day. Karen Barbee, a lo-
cal volunteer fire fighter, helped organize the event showcasing Kayce Howard who sang Amazing Grace and AHS senior Layne Glenn who led the Pledge of Allegiance along with Dr. Matt Alred, principal of Michie Elementary, Larry Smith, county mayor and Janet Rail, publisher Independent Appeal who offered prayers during the service.
County Commission reports improvement in waste management collections Janet Rail Publisher
Solid Waste Committee reported a change in credit card processing to Banc Card of America. This will allow residents to pay online with a portal accessible with a web address or take a payment in the office with monthly cost of $30 and a $245 fee to include application fee and set-up. Customers pay 3.5% interest which is no cost to the county, according to Jay Weatherford, solid waste committee chair. A chance is contingent upon approval from the state comptroller’s office. “Over 287 Landlord
liens were filed with 73 reported paid off totaling $39,000. We released 27 liens charges on error,” said Steve Beavers, solid waste management director. Beavers reported $208,000 taken in to date with a process of filing 500 additional law suits by the county attorney, Craig Kennedy. “Each person has the opportunity to come by and pay before we take any action. It is a continuous process,” said Beavers. Weatherford discussed a recent letter from the state addressing the financial assurance amounts for the Class I and Class III landfills owned by the county. According to Larry
Smith, county mayor, the county is trying to maintain a fund balance for solid waste, however it currently does not meet the state requirements for TDEC. “We will continue to chase that issue and see what can be done,” said, Smith. The budget committee met May 4 and reported discussion of diesel price increases, tire budget increases and Health Insurance deductibles increasing to $1,000. The budget committee is waiting to receive BEP estimates from the state before the School Board can submit a budget. In the Sheriff’s report, the commission discussed a recommendation from the Comptroller’s Office to
write off $9,625.88 in restitution on criminal cases from two individuals dating back to 2011 and 2019 from the budget rather than carrying over. County attorney, Kennedy will speak with the district attorney’s office for guidance are report back. In addition, the sheriff is interested in obtaining a new software since their current software has been used since 1999. The original cost of software was $30,000. They are requesting an update to their existing software at a cost of $58,000. The department usually purchases seven vehicles each year. “I am willing to purchase one with drug money if the county will purchase a
second one as many of our vehicles exceeding 200,000 miles,” said Guy Buck, sheriff. In other business: Lynlie Cottrell was approved to replace Doris Smith on the Library Board. Appointed to the Board of Health was Dr. Timothy Linder, Prime Care Medical Center, Larry Smith, county mayor, Greg Martin, director of schools, Beth Hamilton, educator McNairy County health department. “We need one more physician, I approached Dr. Brian Fullwood and am waiting to hear from him,” said Smith. The county is awaiting information from the Census Bureau in September to determine any redistrict-
ing required. The statutory deadline for redistricting is Jan. 1, 2022. The county ISO audit is scheduled for June 3, 2021. According to the report the county fire chief is working around the clock to meet requirements to lower the ISO for the county during this audit. The commission was made aware of Coronavirus state and local fiscal recovery funds that may net $4.9 million in the county. “I will get a better handle on the funds from the Comptroller’s Office,” said Smith. The funds can be used for acute pandemic response needs for the county.
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Taking Care of Oneself in the Midst of Stigma and a Pandemic Nikita Duke, DNP, PMHNP-BC Contributor
There has been a stigma around getting mental health treatment for quite some time. Many people view seeking mental health services as a weakness or feel alienated and deemed as “sick” for acknowledging an issue. Healing emotional issues is just as important as physical issues and deserves to be treated the same. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It does not mean just one month in the year to seek help, but a time where we can advocate for and draw attention to the importance of seeking help. “You are not alone. Do not wait to reach out and seek help before a small problem becomes a larger problem affecting your physical, mental and social health.” Said Nikita Duke, DNP, PMHNP-BC, Director of Behavioral Health, Fast Pace Health. COVID has increased stress and anxiety for many
individuals and families due to dramatic changes in school and work environments, plus increased social isolation from families and friends. What most people do not realize is how closely our emotional health is tied to our physical well-being too. If you are not mentally healthy, you may not be able to care for your family, give work the focus it needs, or even take care of one-self. Many who are battling issues with depression and/or anxiety experience a decrease in the desire to exercise, get out of the house, spend time with family and friends, or find activities that are relaxing and calming for themselves. People under stress also experience an increase in actual physical muscle tension, getting irritated easier, have a change in appetite and/or a change in sleep pattern. Over the last several years mental health has been gaining more attention and receiving the discussion it so desperately needs, but we still have a
way to go to overcome the stigma that comes from, reaching out for help. To add to the already preexisting stigma of mental health issues, 2020 also brought us COVID 19. The complications from lockdown, the stress of losing jobs, trying to finding child care or teaching our children from home, and being told we need to avoid family gatherings and travel increased the need for mental health services. Finding a mental health professional over the last several years has also been another task. Many rural areas do not have the availability of a qualified Behavioral Health provider in their area. Many people also face challenges with transportation issues, finances, or PTO to make their appointments. Since the pandemic, the adoption of telehealth services has grown significantly. This route of service has increased the ease and ability of making it to an appointment. When the pandemic began Fast Pace Behavioral Health took steps to expand
from the previous in-clinic virtual services only to now offering at-home virtual sessions too. Clients now have the choice of seeing a mental health provider virtually in the anonymity of a local Fast Pace Health Clinic or in the comfort of their own home. The Fast Pace Behavioral Health team is composed of psychiatric nurse Practitioners and Licensed Clinical Social Workers who are available to help with your needs for medication management and/or counsel-
ing. The team at Fast Pace Behavioral Health can see an array of symptoms and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar, adjustment disorders and many others. We accept many Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid insurances with plans to continue to expand our coverage. If you do not have insurance, we also offer affordable selfpay options. We take both outside and inside referrals. You
can talk to a provider at your local Fast Pace Health clinic, call our Behavioral Health Team directly at (855) 560-4999 or visit www.fastpacehealth.com/ behavioralhealth to schedule an appointment or to find additional information. Nikita Duke, DNP, PMHNP-BC Director of Behavioral Health, Fast Pace Health www.fastpacehealth. com/behavioralhealth Phone: (855) 560-4999
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Mother’s Day Memory Robert Lee Contributor
Bobby and Billie Brooks ran a florists shop in Selmer for years. During that time Billie designed and delivered thousands of beautiful flower and plant arrangements. Their son Ronnie helped around the shop and delivered flowers after school and on weekends. Mother’s Day was a particularly busy day for them and things were always hectic around the shop on that day of the year. On one Mother’s Day probably around 1970 it was Ronnie’s
job to deliver the flowers around town in the delivery van as his parents and their helpers built them in the back of the shop. Ronnie decided he needed some help, so he recruited me to assist. Flower delivery was a fun job. People were usually surprised and nearly always happy to see you. Ronnie and I made trips back and forth all day picking up flower and plant arrangements and delivering them. It was a little fast paced for two more-or-less not fast paced teenage boys. Throughout the day as we came and went, I noticed
a rather large really nice arrangement on the table. It was made up of both live flowers and a plant. On each return trip I realized that Mrs. Brooks was progressively adding to it. I could tell it was a masterpiece. Late that day about dark we came in to pick up our last load. We loaded the truck and Mrs. Brooks turned to the magnificent arrangement that she had worked on all day. She said, “Ok, boys. This one goes to...be careful with it.” I don’t remember where we were going with it, but I do remember that
it was all that was left in the back of the van after the other deliveries. We were going up Purdy Road when the unfortunate incident occurred. I don’t remember exactly what happened but I’m certain it had nothing to do Ronnie not paying attention to what he was doing. Maybe a dog darted out in front of us...maybe a child chasing a ball... maybe a spaceship landed...but anyway, there was a sudden movement of the steering wheel and a bump. We both turned to the back of the van. I’ll never forget what I
A guitar of flowers made for the funeral of Buford Pusser from George Jones and Tammy Wyanette. saw. Potting soil and flowers strewn all over the back of the van. Ronnie’s face turned Pale. I said, “Don’t worry, I can fix it. Pull over.” I had watched Ronnie’s mother enough to know how to arrange flowers. It didn’t look too hard to me. After all, it was just dirt and flowers. We worked on it a while and got everything back in the flowerpot. For some reason, it didn’t look the same as it did when we left the shop. “There,” I told Ronnie as I admired the rearrangement. “Good as new.” I could tell Ronnie wasn’t buying it. “We’d better take it back,” he said. Well, we did. It wasn’t a very pleasant experience.
Mrs. Brooks was upset to say the least. I was trying to explain what happened, but it was obvious she didn’t really care. All she saw was a big mess that had earlier in the day been a beautiful creation sculpted by her own hands. I can’t really remember what she said, but I remember that she turned really red and screamed at us. Looking back, I don’t blame her. Photo Submitted
Above, Josephine Burks, Francis Atkinson and Billie Brooks at the Flower Box.
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
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OBITUARIES
Melinda Leigh Doss
Tracy Shavawn Goodlow
Melinda Leigh Doss, born August 1, 1962, passed away peacefully May 3, 2021 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Melinda is the beloved daughter of Lamar Horner Doss of Selmer, Tennessee and the late Betty Jane Basinger Doss. Melinda graduated from McNairy Central High School in 1980. She received her B.S. Degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin. Melinda started practicing law at the Pitts & Lake, P.C. intellectual law firm in Knoxville in the fall of 1990 after graduating from the University of Tennessee College of Law and promptly passing the bar examination. She became an expert in trademark law and often consulted with other attorneys about complex issues and trademark litigation. Melinda served her clients with a great deal of care and professionalism for almost three decades. She loved art and history and was an avid reader, but above all Melinda was a Christian who loved the Lord and her family with all her heart. She will be deeply missed by her loving family as well as her colleagues, who admired her brilliance and held her in highest regard. A Graveside Service was held on May 8, 2021 at the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens in Bethel Springs, Tennessee with Joey Johnson officiating. Memorials may be made to Selmer First Baptist Church Building Fund.
Tracy Shavawn Goodlow was born on Wednesday, February 22, 1967 in Savannah Tennessee to the late Edward and Nellie Goodlow. She grew up in Purdy, Tenn., and attended McNairy County Schools. Tracy had a love for music, she loved to sing and was blessed with a beautiful voice that she used to Honor God, who was her first great love. She was an exceptional and devoted mother and grandmother. Her children and grandchildren were one of the most important parts of her life. During her lifetime she was a caregiver, cook, thrifter, and loyal friend. She had an infectious smile and a sweet spirit. She was a woman of great faith, who put God first in all things. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Sonya Johnson. Tracy leaves to cherish her memory: two children, Tevin and Charity Bills of Savannah, Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Brantley, Seneca, August, Sylas, Sophie, Aliyah(Ali), and Amarion(Ari); five brothers, Tyrone Goodlow of Purdy, Tenn., Terry Harris of Savannah, Tenn., Timothy Goodlow of Selmer, Tenn., Ricky Wynn of Savannah, Tenn., and Anthony Benton of Selmer, Tenn., four sisters, Nancy Moore of Savannah, Tenn., Vickie (Johnny) Oakley of Savannah, Tenn., Pam (Brian) Anthony of Jackson, Tenn., and Kelly (Andre) Terry of Savannah, Tenn.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.
La Meek La Meek was born February 17, 1950 in Selmer, Tennessee, the son of the late Lelon A. Meek and Ermie Opal Griswell Meek. He departed this life on May 6, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 71 Years, 2 Months, 19 Days. Meek was a member of the Refuge church of Christ in Bethel Springs, Tennessee. He drove a truck for many years and enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with Liam, his great-grandson. He is survived by a daughter, Christy Caldwell and husband William of Cedar Grove, Tenn.; a son, Sam Williams and wife Tammy of Reagan, Tenn; his mother, Ermie Opal Griswell Meek of Selmer, Tenn.; three sisters: Jo Doris Meek of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Marilyn Ann Adams and husband Stacey of Shiloh, Tenn., Patsy Ruth Mosier and husband Ronnie of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; three grandchildren: William Cody Caldwell and wife Taylor of Lexington, Tenn., Shannon Williams of Lexington, Tenn., Beth Garlock and husband Michael of Lexington, Tenn.; Six greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Services were held on May 10, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery at McNairy, Tennessee.
Martha Lee Moore Martha Lee Moore was born September 8, 1943 in Stantonville, Tennessee the daughter of the late Dewight L Bearden and Fannie Landreth Breaden Locke. She departed this life on May 5, 2021 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 77 Years, 7 Months, 27 Days. Martha was a member of the Hickey Flat Methodist Church and was involved in Jesus Cares. She is survived by two brothers, Lyman Bearden of Adamsville, Tenn., Charles Bearden and wife Carolyn of Old Hickory, Tenn.; and a host of nieces, nephews, a step daughter and a special care giver, Sheila Campbell. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by husband, Jimmy Hutcherson; husband, Ray Moore; a sister, Brenda Bearden Taylor. Services were held on May 8, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Adamsville, Tennessee, Howard Russom officiated. Burial followed in the Moore’s Schoolhouse Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.
Bill Smith Young Bill Smith Young was born October 6, 1966 in Henderson, Tennessee, the son of the late Lloyd Hayes and Irma Lee Smith Young. He departed this life on May 5, 2021 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 54 Years, 6 Months, 29 Days. Bill worked several years at Aqua Glass after graduating high school. He was a member of the Fourth Street Church of Christ in Selmer, Tennessee where he loved attending Sunday School and Worship. He was a huge Georgia Bulldog fan. He enjoyed watching westerns, especially Gun Smoke, singing along with country music, and a double cheeseburger with sweet tea to drink. Bill was always cheerful, never complaining and kind to everyone. He is survived by an aunt, Bobbie Latta of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; and many cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Young was preceded in death by a brother, Gomer Young. A Graveside Service was held on May 10, 2021 at the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens in Bethel Springs, Tennessee. www.shackelfordfuneraldirectors.com
Jessie Eugenia Parmley Jessie Eugenia Parmely was born February 2, 1951 in Ramer, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Gene Kirk and Louise Yarbrough. She was united in marriage to Kenneth Parmely on December 12, 1969. Eugenia graduated from Ramer High School. She attended the Pocahontas Church of Christ when she was able. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. Mrs. Parmely departed this life on May 7, 2021 in Pocahontas, Tennessee at the age of 70 Years, 3 Months, 5 Days. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Parmely of Pocahontas, Tenn.; a son, Kirk Parmely and wife Cathy of Pocahontas, Tenn.; two sisters, Regina Burch and husband Henry of Trenton, Tenn., Georgina Harbin and husband Jimmy of Counce, Tenn.; two granddaughters, Callie Parmely of Pocahontas, Tenn., Anna Beth Parmely of Pocahontas, Tenn.; and other relatives and friends. Services were held on May 9, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, Darrin Stapleton officiated. Burial followed in the Antioch Church of Christ Cemetery at Ramer, Tennessee.
Peggi Jo Bush Peggi Jo Sanders was born in Bethel Springs, Tenn. on December 13, 1947 to the late Joseph Tidwell Sanders and the late Eva Evelyn Maness. She departed this life on April 12, 2021. Peggi was the youngest of five children. Later in life, she moved to Chicago, Ill. where she met her first husband, John L. Bush. They were united in marriage in October 1966. They had two children, Stacy and Greg. Years later, she moved back to her hometown and began working at Sawmill Furniture where she worked for many years. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with her family, which meant everything to her. When she wasn’t spending time with her family, she enjoyed watching Westerns and the Hallmark Channel. In March 1984, she was united in marriage to Hoover Ellsworth who preceded her in death in December 2005. After retiring from R & S in Selmer in 2006, she enjoyed travelling to see her son in Illinois and going on the “Hotrod Power Tour”. Peggi and her late husband, Hoover, had a passion for classic cars. When she wasn’t traveling, she could always be found supporting her grandchildren during any sporting or school event. She is survived by a daughter, Stacy Bush of Bethel Springs, Tenn. a son, Gregory Bush (Angie) of Rockford, Ill. a sister, Annie Brumley of Bethel Springs, Tenn. four grandchildren: Tyla Dean Soto (Joe) of Michie, Tenn. Mindi Dean Fields (Damian) of Ramer, Tenn. Jodie Bush of Knoxville, Tenn., and Amy Dean of Savannah, Tenn.. She is also survived by nine great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family. In addition to her parents and husband, she is proceeded in death by two brothers, Danny Sanders and Joe Sanders; a sister, Juanita Hickman; a sister in law Faye Sanders and a brother in law, James Brumley.
Daniel Sullivan Daniel Sullivan was born January 8, 1991 in Silver Springs, Md. He graduated from McNairy Central High School in 2009. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for 8 years and the Army National Guard for 3 years. Daniel loved to run from Eastview to Selmer often carrying the United States flag. He attended First Baptist Church in Selmer. He was attending the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Daniel departed this life on April 27, 2021 in Knoxville, Tennessee at the age of 30 Years, 3 Months, 19 Days. He is survived by his mom and dad, Geri and Carl Asbury of Ramer, Tenn.; two brothers, William Wilk (Cheryl), Kevin Wilk (Amanda); grandmother, Annie Asbury of Monrovia, Md.; uncles, Paul Sullivan (Elaine), David Sullivan (Vernan), Roger Sullivan (Diana), Carl Sullivan (Cathy), Sam Sullivan, Donnie Sullivan (Lupita), Timothy Sullivan, and David Asbury; aunts, Marjorie Saveresse, Sharon Page, Linda Salinas (Norbert), Rachel Salinas (Joe), Lisa Ibanez, Peggy McDonough, and Alisia Ladaraga (Paul); and a host of extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Henry Asbury, William and Mae Kuhnz Sullivan; aunt, Pat Sullivan. Reception with friends was held on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer.
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Events and Happenings Prospect Cemetery Decoration Weekend May 15,16 Old flowers removed, mowing begun at Prospect Cemetery on Pleasant Site Rd, Selmer. Decoraton weekend Sat., May 15 and Sun., May 16. Donations for upkeep to: Terry and Lisa Moore, 151 Bassham LN, Selmer, TN 38375. 731-6457142. Homecoming May 16 Union Grove United Methodist Church, Pleasant Site Road, will host their homecoming on Sun., May 16 with Sunday school at 10:30 and worship at 11:30. Lunch will follow at 12:30. All invited to attend. McNairy Co. Young Republicans Organization May 17 There will be an organizational meeting for the McNairy County Young Republicans on Monday, May 17. The meeting will be held at the McNairy County Courthouse beginning at 7:30 pm. For more information please call Mason Harrison at 731-439-6509. Membership is open for ages 18-40. Spring Fling Celebration May 22 Solitude Freewill Baptist Church, 414 Meek Rd.,
Adamsville, is having a “Spring Fling” Celebration. Come join us for fellowship, fun, food and games for all. Sat, May 22 beginning at 4 p.m. until. Everyone invited. Community Fund Day Trinity Baptist Church, 7193 Michie Pebble Hill Rd., Sat., May 22 from 1 - 4 p.m. with a rain date of June 5. Join us for a day of fun and fellowship wtih volley ball, badminton, horse shoes, bouncy house and more. Maggie Jones Annual Decoration Day May 23 Maggie Jones Annual Photo submitted Decoration Day will be Over 22 kids with their parents enjoyed the Jump into Reading Event at Ruby’s Venue. Everyone helped out and Sunday May 23. Cemetery planted a flower garden out front in memory of the late Peggy Daniels. clean up will be Friday, May 21 and Sat May 22. Donations can be made in person or mailed to Maggie Jones Cemetary Fund completed. renovating the building in felt the same way about P.O. Box 42 Finger , Tenn. The children enjoyed downtown Selmer that the children as she did flowJanet Rail 38334 a book reading by Emily late Peggy Daniels asked ers. Nurture, love and imPublisher Harris, of the Jack McCon- her to please plant a gar- part wisdom to help them Benefit Jim & Loretta Area children jump nico Memorial Library in den for people to enjoy grow,” said Pafford. “To plant a garden is Crabb into reading and bloom at Selmer. The book Spring and she got her wish. Stinks by Ryan T. Higgins Daniels daughter, to believe in tomorrow,” Ruby’s Venue & Events last A benefit will be held on was enjoyed by over 22 Melanie Pafford said her to quote Audrey Hepburn, Sunday, May 23 at noon at Saturday. mother loved her gardens. said Pafford. The event had children children. Chewalla Baptist Church. Plans are to continue Owner, Sherry Inman, “Our yard was full at any not only enjoying a book BBQ Plates including slaw, but planting a garden as opened the venue recently given time. Once they were Jump Into Reading over and has hosted a variety of given care, they would the summer at the venue. well. potato salad or chips, The building was the Outside of the venue events. Book readings for flourish. Mother was a baked beans, dessert and children is one thing that teacher in many facets to home of Selmer Rexall their lies a nice fl ower bed drink . BBQ Butts for sale that the children used to is a priority for the venue so many people, and those Drugs for many years and of us who were blessed to was recently sold by Bobwith pre-orders $35 by make their garden in re- to host. The venue showcases experience a conversation, by and Tommye Mitchell May 19. Call 731-610-6725 cord time. Inman said it only took the children a local art, murals and more. lesson, a year, or a life- who entertained many a to order. Meals not served few minutes with their Inman shared that some time with mom are better customer for years at the till noon. parents to get the planting time ago, when she was for knowing her. Mother counter.
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MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY
APOSTOLIC Life Tabernacle 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer Thomas Davis, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
New Jerusalem Faith Apostolic Church 27 Linley Circle, Selmer Bishop Ferdinand Gant Sr. Pastor Wanda Gant Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Class: Wed. night 7 p.m. Prayer: Wed. night 6 p.m. BAPTIST Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: 11:15 a.m. Sunday night: 5 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. INDEPENDENT Calvary Baptist Church Hwy 22 North, Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Mark Shumaker, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Fellowship Baptist Church 1308 High School Rd., Selmer Pastor: J.D. Matlock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Locke Road Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Bobby Bray, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. / Wed. 6:30 p.m. Lighthouse Baptist Church 1780 Mulberry Ave., Selmer Jorgen Runquest, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. PRIMITIVE BAPTIST Better Hope Primitive Baptist 4235 Leapwood-Enville Rd., Adamsville Elder Gene Gist, Pastor First Sunday of month beginning at 10:30 a.m., preaching 11 a.m. Michie Primitive Baptist Church Hwy 22 Michie Elder Rickey Taylor, Pastor
10:30 a.m. Song Service 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service
5 p.m & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m.
Selmer Primitive Baptist Church 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m.
First Baptist Church of Michie 5658 Hwy 22 S., Michie Bro. Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
SOUTHERN Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m. Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Seth Bragg Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: 7 p.m. Cypress Creek First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1104 14 Falcon St. • Selmer Pastor: Clifford E. Wynn, Jr. (731) 645-8094 Sunday School: 9 a.m. Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. Jam Zone: 7:00 p.m. Eastview Baptist Church Hwy 45 S., Eastview, Tenn. Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Bible Study: 7 p.m. Falcon Baptist Church 777 Falcon Rd., Selmer Jay Houston, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main St., Adamsville Senior Pastor: Dr. Chad Ball Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:15 a.m. Discipleship Training: 5 p.m. Evening Worship: 6:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities: Prayer/Bible Study: 6:15 p.m. Children & Youth: 6:15 P.M. during the summer First Baptist Church of Bethel Springs 143 Jackson St., Bethel Springs David Singleton, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.
First Baptist Church of Selmer Joey Johnson, Pastor 310 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m., Wednesday: 6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger David Sims, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Forty Forks Baptist Church 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs Randy Smith, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Bro. Randy Latch Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Pastor: Bro. Don Singleton Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. ; Wednesday: 7 p.m. Lakeview Baptist Church Pastor: Clint Overton 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Sundays: 11 a.m. Wednesdays: The Upper Room Student Ministry 5:30 For more info. call 731-645-9771 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie,TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Mark LaRue, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA 6:30 p.m. Youth & Adults 6:45 p.m.
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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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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN MCNAIRY COUNTY CHANCERY COURT CASE NO. P-1694 ESTATE OF SUE NELL MILLER, deceased. Notice is hereby given that on May 10, 2021, Letters Testamentary in respect of the estate of Sue Nell Miller, who died 4/6/2021 were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of McNairy County, Tennessee. All Persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the 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 this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least sixty (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is (4) four months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1xA); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death. Date: 05/10/21 Nancy Lambert, Executor Date: 05/10/2021 William C. Bell, Attorney Date: 05/10/2021 Kim Boals, Clerk & Master (1,2)
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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In Memory of Alene Chambers Pettigrew
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Sports
Wednesday, MAY 12, 2021
Holcombe brings home All-District Honors in latest match
Local Events McNairy Central Summer Basketball Camps The annual McNairy Central Basketball Camps will hold their middle school girls and boys camps June 7 - 10. $35 / game. For information, call Jerry Lott 731-610-0794 or Stacy Riley 731-610-4898.
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Joel Counce Eli and Reece Holcombe won All-District honors by earning a 6-3, 6-1 win in the opening round of the Distrist 13 Large Tournament in Jackson on Thursday. The McNairy Central brother earned a bye in the Photo by Joel Counce Eli Holcombe hits a volley during the District 13 tournament. Holcombe and opening round and fell in the district championship round. his brother, Reece won 6-3, 6-1 to advance in the district tournament.
For the Lady Bobcats, Emily White and Molly Mitchell fell in the first round of the girls individual District 13 Large Tournament. The doubles teams of Lani Moore and Abigail Hurst dropped the opening round of the tournament, so did the team of Kelly Wu and Morgan Moye.
Lady Bobcats Rally to win over Jackson North Side Joel Counce
McNairy Central rallied late to eclipse North Side 6-3 in the opening loser’s bracket game at the District 14-AA Tournament. Will Overton, Jack Johnson and Landon Moore combined for five innings of no-hit ball on the mound in the contest. North Side scored a pair of runs in the first on three walks and a base hit to take a 2-0 lead. The Indians added a run in the third on back-to-back base hits, a
wild pitch and a pair of walks. Moore and Ethan Johnston opened the bottom of the second with back-to-back base hits. Jake Morris was hit by a pitch to load the bases. Moore and Johnston scored on a Jack Johnson base hit to center field to cut the North Side lead to 3-2. Morris scored on a wild pitch to tie the game. Moore led off the bottom of the fifth with a base hit. Courtesy runner C.J. Essary went to second when Johnston reached on an error. Essary was thrown out at third on a fielder’s choice. Johnston took third on the
play. Johnston scored on a Logan Kiestler sacrifice fly to give the Bobcats their first lead at 4-3. McNairy Central added a pair of runs in the bottom of the sixth. Peyton Brown led off the inning with a double. He took third when Bryce King reached on an error. A Moore base hit scored Brown and King to put the Bobcats up 6-3. Moore finished 3-for-4 with a run and two RBI. He also earned the win on the mound, striking out six and walking three in three innings.
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Abigail Hurst returns hits during the District 13 tennis tournament.
Bobcats win 9-7 over Jackson South Side Bryan Huff Assistant Editor
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McNairy Bobcat player Jeremiah Newcomb struck a long distance unassisted goal to deliver the win in a 1-0 contest against Jackson North Side.
McNairy Central Bobcats continue in district playoffs Mcnairy Central Bobcats Soccer took the victory in the May 10th game against Jackson North Side 1-0. Jeremiah Newcomb drove in a long-distance
unassisted goal. This was one of very few shots taken in this highly defensive game. “Acen Lambert and Broderick Alexander had a really nice two-man game
going.” coach Nick Cook said. Tyler Luster lead in stops for the game with 15. Michael Whitten and Cooper Griswell came in second with 10 stops each.
“This was a really dangerous team.” said Cook. McNairy Central will continue on to district playoffs in Chester County on May 11.
Jackson South Side nearly erases six run Bobcat lead in loss McNairy Central held on to a six-run lead for a 9-7 victory over Jackson Southside May 10. Southside managed to score seven runs in their failed comeback attempt. Kaden Scenter, Dylan Hayes, Cade Hornsby, Bubba McBride, Cannon Price picked up RBIs to lead the rally. The Bobcats scored on a stolen base during Peyton Brown’s at bat. Brown
singled and drove one in. Will Overton took the win for the Bobcats when the pitcher went five and one-third innings only allowing seven runs on seven hits and striking out seven. Jake Morris came out of the bullpen and threw one and a third innings in relief recording the last five outs to earn the save for McNairy. McBride surrendered six runs on four hits while walking one taking the loss for South Side. Hornsby went two for two at the plate to lead South Side in hits.
McNairy’s Overton signs with Bethel University By Joel Counce Staff Writer
A McNairy Central pitcher is taking his game to the next level. Will Overton accomplished one of his goals when he signed with the Bethel University Pilots at the high school last week. “He's always dreamed of pitching in college,” his dad, Lee Overton said. “He's ready for the next step, so to speak. He's going to be a great fit there.” Bethel University recruiting coordinator Lee Whitaker said Overton will be a great addition to the Pilots. “He's an outstanding student and he's outstanding on the mound,” Whitaker said. “He is a great addition to our
staff and we can't wait to watch him grow as a student and an athlete.” McNairy Central head coach Brian Franks said Overton is a team player. “He's a good kid, good player, great teammate,” he said. “He throws a good fastball, a good slider. “He is a very unselfish player. Bethel is getting a real good one in him.” Bethel contacted Overton earlier this season. “They told me they wanted me to come look at the school,” he said. “They offered me some (scholarship) money.” Overton is 2-4 in his senior campaign with a 4.03 ERA in seven starts. He has 28 strike outs in 33 innings pitched.
McNairy Central’s Will Overton signed to play at Bethel University on May 4.
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Cardinals hold off Riverside Brysn Huff
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The Adamsville Cardinals Varsity held off Riverside despite their 5-run lead being erased. The Cardinals won the game six to four on May 8th. Harrison Way got the offense fired up when he
singled on the first pitch of the at bat scoring two runs. Carson Plunk hit a dinger scoring the one home run of the day for Adamsville. Wes Butler was the winning pitcher for the Cardinals going seven innings and allowing four runs on seven hits while striking out five.
Ethan Quinn allowed nine hits and six runs over five innings taking the loss for Riverside. Adamsville scattered 11 hits in the game with Ashton Duke, Plunk, Chaz Sanders making hits during the game. Duke led Adamsville in hits with three for three at the plate.
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Bobcats catcher Landon Moore drives a pitch against Lexington on May 4.
McNairy Fall to Cardinals in opening of District 14 AA play Joel Counce The Adamsville Cardinals got home runs from Carson Plunk and Carter McLemore, then took advantage of McNairy Central miscues to take a 10-7 in the opening round of the District 14-AA Tournament. McNairy Central opened the game with back-to-back base hits from Luke Keen and Jack Johnson. Keen scored and Johnson moved to third on a Peyton Brown ground ball sacrifice to give the Bobcats a 1-0 lead. Plunk tied the game on a 1-2 pitch with a home run to left. Landon Moore drew a leadoff walk in the second before courtesy runner Will Moffitt scored on an Ethan Johnston double to give McNairy Central a 2-1 lead. Johnston scored from second on a C.J. Essary sacrifice fly to push the Bobcats lead to 3-1. Lathan Morris led off the home half of the second with a double. He took third when Logan Luckett reached on an error. Morris scored on a passed ball to cut the Bobcats lead to 3-2.
McNairy Central added to its lead in the top of the fourth. Trey Rickman hit a leadoff double. He scored on a Johnston base hit to push the Bobcats lead to 4-2. Johnston stole second and took third on Jake Morris base hit. He scored on a Plunk balk to give McNairy
Central the 5-2 lead. Keen’s 2-run blast to left put the Bobcats up 7-2. The Cardinals rallied in the bottom of the fourth. William Heath, Luckett and Ashton Duke drew consecutive walks to load the bases. Plunk reached on an error in right field to score Heath and load the bases. A Jake Whitley doubled scored Luckett and Duke on a double to left that moved Plunk to third. Harrison Way sent Plunk and Whitley home with a base hit to tie the game at 7-7.
Heath led off the bottom of the fifth with a base hit and took third when Luckett reached on an error. Heath scored on a Duke sacrifice fly to give the Cardinals their first lead at 8-7. Plunk drove Luckett home with a base hit to center field to push the Adamsville lead to 9-7. Carter McLemore’s leadoff blast in the bottom of the sixth set the final at 10-7. Plunk earned his second consecutive win over McNairy Central with 3.2 innings of work. He gave up six runs on six hits and a walk. He struck out four. Myles Rankin took the loss for the Bobcats, throwing the final three innings and surrendering just one earned run on five hits. He struck out three. Way and Plunk had two hits each for Adamsville. Plunk had two runs and drove in two runs. Way drove in two runs. Keen and Johnston had two hits each for McNairy Central. Keen drove in two runs and scored twice. Johnston drove in two runs and scored twice.
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McNairy Central’s C.J. Essary runs home during the fifth inning against Lexington in the Bobcats regular season finale.
Lady Bobcats unable to recover from early Jackson South Side lead The game slipped away from the McNairy Central Lady Bobcats Varsity on May 10 as Jackson South Side took the win 7-0. Jackson South Side scored on an error in the first inning with a double by Camden Robertson in the second followed by an error. The Lady Bobcats struggled not being able to put runs on the board and
they had a tough time defensively containing Jackson South Side giving up seven runs. A bright spot in the game for the Lady Bobcats was when Audrey Peirce hit a single in the third inning. Alyssa Clifft led Jackson South Side to victory from the rubber allowing one hit and zero runs over six innings striking out five. Kylee Brown took the
loss for the McNairy Central Lady Bobcats Varsity allowing seven hits and seven runs over six innings while she struck out five. Pierce led the lady Bobcats in tis with one. Kimberly Payne went two for three at the plate to lead Jackson South Side in hits with Caitlin Cox making the most plays with 17.
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McNairy Central shortstop Peyton Brown fires a ground ball to first base during the Bobcats regular season finale with Lexington.
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Acen Lambert charges the ball attempting a cross in the second half of the game against Jackson North Side.
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Broderick Alexander brings the ball down in mid field during the May 10 game against Jackson North Side.