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Selmer mayor seeks third term

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Mayor for the Town of Selmer, John Smith Janet Rail Publisher

Selmer Mayor John Smith states he will be

seeking his third term in office. In an interview, Smith said after serving sixteen years for the Town of Selmer, the last eight as city mayor, he plans to

continue working with his directors and aldermen that love the community they serve. “It is my love for the community. For more than five generations my family has served the citizens of Selmer, some as physicians, my grandfather was register of deeds and tax assessor. In fact, one of my relatives served as sheriff in McNairy County many years ago.” Smith said. “This is my community, my home. It is where I live and where I serve and I have a heart for the citizens of Selmer and my passion runs deep. When we succeed, they succeed. I led the community in a different direction. Sadly enough, things never happen fast enough, but our leadership has celebrated some major successes,” said Smith. During his tenure, Smith relayed that the city has suffered a number of disasters, a 100 year flood last July that impacted 53 businesses, industry and infrastructure in the city. “On top of it all, we are in the middle of a world-wide pandemic which caused

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Video threatens violence Bryan Huff

Assistant Editor

On June 3, at approximately 7:30 p.m. Chief Deputy Zach Bay received a call concerning a complaint about a threatening video circulating on social media. The video in question was of a juvenile threatening school violence. The threat was against McNairy Central High School in Selmer. Chief Bay watched the

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Staff from the new facility joined with citizens and local officials to celebrate the opening of the newest Fast Pace location.

Fast Pace now open Bryan Huff Assistant Editor

Fast Pace Health opened their newest location in Selmer on June 7. Most of the new buildings can be erected in 100 days or less once ground is broken. The construction of this new facility was delayed slightly due to COVID-19. The new facility has eight patient rooms. There is a procedure room in case people need sutures or stiches for example. They have a specific

DOT room available for drug screenings and DOT physicals for certain employers. The clinic offers walk in services and there are no COVID-19 restrictions in place at this time to limit the number of folks that can be seen. The facility will have two nurse practitioners that will rotate days at the facility. The facility offers walkin COVID-19 testing. They are currently not offering COVID-19 vaccines. Fast Pace Health also offers tele-health appointments as well as virtual

appointments for those in need of services that are not able to visit the clinic. Behavioral health services are available and include such services as psychiatric evaluation, medication management and counseling. These services are also available virtually in the Selmer clinic, allowing patients to receive help from the comfort of their home. The facility is open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Their weekend hours are Saturday 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

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Rockabilly Returns to downtown Rockabilly Highway Revival will take place on June 12. The 13th annual RHR will feature a car show, food vendors and live music. Last year’s event was shut down due to Covid-19. This year, with the pandemic slowing locally and people looking to return to normal, crowds are expect-

ed to be much larger than the previous events. The Mulberry Avenue along with several side streets will be blocked in downtown during the festival so be cautious when traveling through. The event will take place in downtown Selmer (Front Street to 5th Avenue) from 8:00 a.m. until

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Cases as of June 6

Total Tested 21,626 Cases 2,855 Deaths 54 Recovered 2,797

3:00 p.m. The festival all began as a dedication ceremony for the Rockabilly Highway Murals that were painted by local artist Brian Tull. The event has since become the highest attended event in McNairy County, bringing in thousands of

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Tennessee Department of Health addresses Covid-19 Disparities

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The Tennessee Department of Health has announced a $38.8 million award from the Center for Disease Control. This money is to be used to address health disparities in vulnerable populations throughout the state. “We know COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted communities of color and vulnerable populations in Tennessee,” said Kimberly Lamar, PhD, assistant commissioner, Division of Health Disparities Elimination. “We are appreciative of this award

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When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.

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Earl Latta hosted several singings in his Ford dealership. Today the building is familiarly known as “the Latta.” It is used for different types of events and doubles as a welcome center.

Hillbilly Rock: McNairy’s claim to fame Jack Simpson Staff Writer

In the past decade, the story of American popular music has undergone a substantial transformation. Previous narratives proposing an almost mathematical synthesis of “Black music” (blues, gos-

pel, R&B) and “white music” (bluegrass, country, western swing) are being put to rest by a new generation of vernacular historians. Among these, Shawn Pitts leads the charge for West Tennessee’s musical gem, rockabilly. “Some of the ‘musical synthesis’ idea has been oversimplified, in my

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opinion,” postulated Pitts, whose primary focus is regional ethnomusicology. “Even some of the practitioners of that music felt like they had to conform to a certain narrative.” In reality, from the early 1900s onward, local players were digesting influences and incorporating themes from an eclectic range of traditions. Even with racially divisive Jim Crow laws in place, Southeastern listeners were most likely not averse to watch a Black string band or hear a fiddle ensemble work a blues tune into its repertoire. Music became a medium for people of differing racial and cultural identities to stand on common ground. Indeed, when Perkins showed up at one of the famous in-house jams of Eastview native Stanton Littlejohn in early 1951 or 1952, the future rockabilly icon had already armed himself with a setlist that defied all notions of genre: the songs included Eddy Arnold’s country staple “There’s Been a Change in Me” and two post-war urban hits, “Good Rockin’ Tonight” by Roy Brown and “Drinkin’ Wine Spo-

Dee-O-Dee” by Granville McGhee. For the latter two songs, Perkins’ band, in a move that was undoubtedly second-nature at the time, allowed a healthy dose of twang to permeate their sound, anticipating the “rockabilly” moniker by at least two years. On Littlejohn’s recovered acetate discs, the songs strut with the charisma and flair of any subsequent Sun Records tune. “The music was already a well-founded thing. People acted like it was a

big revolution… but it was constantly evolving. [The genre] came about when somebody finally went, ‘This is marketable,’” Pitts explained. The music–and the market–continue to evolve in the present day. Whereas rockabilly was purported to be the offspring of its cousin and contemporary “rock” and “hillbilly” music, the bands and artists taking their cues from the original masters often allow seemingly disparate sounds to inform their final

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products, resulting in such musical revolutions as “psychobilly” (a fusion of rockabilly and punk rock) and “gothabilly” (rockabilly with gothic undertones). Would Carl look with fondness or disdain upon these developments? Knowing what we do about his own musical genesis, it is difficult to imagine that he would do anything but smile. McNairy County celebrates its 13th Annual Rockabilly Festival on June 11 and 12, 2021.

The McNairy Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be at the Latta building in downtown Selmer June 11 at 6:00 p.m.

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A new friend awaits Janet Rail Publisher

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Sissy waiting patiently for a new owner.

John Vines Wright

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John Vines Wright: A Participant to History, Part 4 John Talbott Contributor

Following the Battle of Belmont, John Vines Wright’s talents would be required elsewhere, on another battlefield. He was elected in the winter of 1861 to serve in the First Congress of the Confederacy. This was the first permanent Congress of the new American nation, the one in rebellion. No longer would Wright be asked to lead men on the battlefield, but instead he was called upon to help lead the fledgling Confederate States of America on the floor of the Confederate House of Representatives in Richmond, Virginia. Wright would serve in the First and Second Congresses of the Confederacy but was often absent due to pressing family business. It should be remembered that Wright’s Congressional district was among that ter-

ritory that fell into Union occupation following the South’s defeat at Shiloh and the subsequent withdrawal of the Confederate forces back to Corinth. Wright’s family became refugees, and he felt

Confederate Capital obliged to tend to their needs. Still, he served when possible, and we may be grateful today for Wright’s account of the deliberations as to the potential creation of a Confederate

Sissy the dog is a survivor. Last Friday, the dog was found by a shelter dog in a kennel outside the Animal Shelter Friends Humane Society on Airport Road in Selmer. The dog was left in a kennel without food or water and appeared to be in some level of distress from the heat. “We are not sure how long the dog was left outside, but what people don’t understand is that in this heat, it doesn’t take long for an animal without water to be compromised. The dog didn’t make a sound, but when a dog is dehydrated, it affects their entire body,” said Linda Banks, the shelter’s president. “If people would just call us, we can help with just about any situation. If Supreme Court. Interestingly enough, the usual third branch of government, that of a Supreme Court, was never completed by the Confederate States of America during its existence from 1861 to 1865. However, the founding fathers of the Confederacy did deliberate upon the subject, and Wright was one of the only individuals to create a record of those deliberations. In 1899, Wright, along with Bradley T. Johnson, J.A. Orr and L.Q. Washington, participated in a symposium on the subject of “Why The Confederate States of America Had No Supreme Court.” The correspondence and reports of that symposium were reported in full in an article by the same title in Publications of the Southern History Associations, Vol. IV, No. 2, March 1900. Wright’s reminiscences on the subject have proven invaluable. Wright, like his brother and countless others, was charged with treason when the war ended. However, he was pardoned fully and he returned to the practice

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of law. However, the American Civil War ruined Wright financially and politically for a short period of time, as it did many Southern politicians and secession-

we can’t take the dog, we can usually find someone who will,” said Banks. The shelter named the dog Sissy in the absence of any previous name. A veterinarian examination revealed that Sissy has a collapsed esophagus; however, she can still eat food very well and has been administered all of her shots and tests and seems to have a clean bill of health. She may have some issues and require soft food in a few years, but Sissy is a great dog who needs a loving family. Sissy weighs 20 pounds, and the vet believes she is a Terrier mix. She is currently available for adoption. According to a youth volunteer, Sissy seems shy upon arrival but is nevertheless loving and kind. There are three other dogs who are also available

See DOGS, 4 ists of the time. However, with the effective end of Reconstruction in Tennessee in 1870, Wright, like many of his colleagues, staged a political comeback. Again, he entered the rough and tumble world of politics. However, the battles and issues were different from the antebellum days when Wright challenged Pennsylvania Congressman, and future Speaker of the House of Representatives, Galusha B. Grow to a duel. Luckily for history, friends intervened and the duel was avoided. Wright served in the Columbia area as a circuit court/chancery judge before being elevated to the Tennessee Supreme Court, where he served an associate justice. In 1880, Wright’s prominence as a Democratic politician had all but been restored to its former stature and prominence. In that pivotal year, he canvassed the state, making stump speeches and campaigning vigorously for Governor. The Democratic Party split that year over a number of issues, and Wright was campaigning as what was termed an “Anti-Repudiation Democrat.” He received significant backing from the traditionally Democratic newspapers such as the Memphis Daily Appeal, Memphis Daily Avalanche, Chattanooga Daily Times, Nashville Banner and Nashville Union and American and the endorsement of both of Tennessee’s U.S. Senators at the time. Still the divisions within the Democratic Party proved fatal, and Republican Alvin Hawkins won a historical victory that fall of 1880. Wright’s defeat in the gubernatorial election of 1880 did not end his ambitions. They continued

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On May 31, Chief Deputy Zach Bay responded to a call from Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Mississippi, advising of an accidental firearm discharge on George Lane in Michie. Although the victim’s right lower leg suffered a bullet wound, the victim confirmed that the injury was unintentional. According to the victim, the victim’s cousin had been cleaning an SAR ARMS EAA pistol in close proximity to the victim when the weapon fired unexpectedly. The owner of the pistol corroborated the victim’s nar-

rative. The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) cleared the pistol and assisted the McNairy County Sheriff’s Office with filing the report. On May 31, Sergeant Ricky Finley arrested John Paul Wolford on charges of Public Intoxication, Resisting Arrest, and Assault on a Police Officer. Sergeant Finley and Deputy Howell were called to Ramer Selmer Road in Ramer, where they found Wolford strumming a guitar in the center of the road. Wolford was unable to explain the reasoning for his actions and began to speak incoherently. Suspecting methamphetamine intoxication, Sergeant Finley advised Wolford that he

was under arrest. Wolford resisted cuffing and, while being searched, struck Deputy Howell without injury. Following his arrest, Wolford was placed into the Female Detox cell at the McNairy County Jail. On June 2, Deputy Michael Gilbert arrested Ronald Earl Carpenter on the following charges: the Manufacture, Delivery, Sale and/or Possession of Methamphetamine and Unlawful Drug Paraphernalia Uses and Act. Deputy Gilbert stopped a car on a window tint violation along Ramer Selmer Road in Ramer; the driver consented for Deputy Gilbert to search the vehicle. The latter uncovered 5.5

grams of methamphetamine, a digital scale containing methamphetamine residue and a meth pipe. The driver was not taken into custody with Carpenter. The value of recovered items equals $1,598. On June 4, Deputy David Kelso arrested William Smith and Tiffany Stewart on the following charges: for Smith–Possession of Methamphetamine; for Stewart–Simple Possession or Casual Exchange of Gabapentin, Simple Possession or Casual Exchange of Clonazepam, Simple Possession or Casual Exchange of Marijuana, Introduction Contraband Penal Institution and Tampering with or Fabricating Evidence; for both–Unlawful Drug Paraphernalia Uses and Act and

illegal substances within a Drug Free School Zone. While parked along Highway 64 East, Deputy Kelso spotted a white 1999 Chevy Tahoe and followed it for a tinted windows violation. Deputy Kelso stopped the Tahoe in the vicinity of Adamsville High School. Due to his nervous behavior, William Smith, the driver at the time, was requested to exit the vehicle and asked if he might be carrying any illegal items in the vehicle; Smith answered in the negative but refused a search. A searchable probation belonging to Tiffany Stewart allowed Deputy Kelso to search her items. Deputy Kelso discovered a bag containing marijuana residue, three pills of Gabapentin,

one pill of Clonazepam, a pipe containing methamphetamine residue and one gram of bagged methamphetamine powder. The suspects were Mirandized and their vehicle towed. At the jail, a correctional officer notified Deputy Kelso that a bag of green leafy substance had been found in the toilet. The substance was confirmed to be marijuana, which resulted in additional charges for Stewart. Seized items and narcotics have been sent off to evidence and testing facilities, respectively.

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Fourth Quarter 2020-2021

3rd Grade Principal’s List Aliee Baggett JT Howard Honor Roll Alex Anderson Braylyn Bivens Bryson Hurst Cierra Kakuris 4th Grade Principal’s List Case Bargas Cayden Crabb Duncan Goodrum Tristan Gray Stone Harris Will Heath Isabelle Hidalgo Jase Kiestler Nolan Lambert Aiden Lucietta Miller Grace Roach Honor Roll Braedon Ballard Bentley Dubose Rylee Ellison Mary Harrison Bryson King Alexis Mitchell Edee Plunk Harlee Cait Smith Jordanne Tanner Daniel Todd Makenzi Woods 5th Grade

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to burn, and he was still confident of his ability. His connections within the circles of power remained great. In 1885, an ally, friend and fellow Democrat was elected to the office of President of the United States. Wright’s friend,

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people annually. Live music will include Lloyd Watkins and the Hammer Down Band at 10:30 a.m. followed by Dale Rushing and the Rust Bucket Roadies at 11:15 a.m. Live music will continue with Bryan Lee Howell and his five-piece band. Howell will also be doing his Elvis impersonation act during the show. There are currently no

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many businesses to close initially leaving many in need,” Smith continued. “While COVID-19 has taken a toll on the city budget,” Smith said, “we have maintained a $1.6 million surplus and completed projects with grant funding in difficult times.” One of his main concerns is the impact the pandemic has had on small businesses and industry. “During it all, we strived to serve and were the first to host a meeting with Kevin Morris, state department of health epidemiologist, to plan a strategy before we had the first Covid-19 case in the county.” Smith said. “I will be the first to admit, there is much I do not know, but I do my best to seek out people who do. We lost many friends and relatives to the virus. After contracting it personally last December, I truly thought I would lose my life” said Smith. “When I was out, my directors and employees stepped up.” Smith said. “Early in the pandemic, with the help of local do-

Principal’s List Lillie Dunaway Amiyah Russo Honor Roll Baylee Brown Lily Kirk Caleb Wagoner 6th Grade Principal’s List Elyse Atkinson Casey Crowe Sophia Suggs Honor Roll Kenlee Crouse Caitlynn Duncan Zeke Gray Maxie Scroggins 7th Grade Principal’s List Hunter Hurst Kaely Plunk Mason Plunk Honor Roll Case Stone Alana Tull 8th Grade Principal’s List Hayden Goodrum Jimmy Huggins Brandon Martinez Carissa Moore Chloe Strickland

Grover Cleveland, appointed him to the Department of the Interior in 1885. From that point forward, Wright’s career took a historically significant turn and there was still much to come for John Vines Wright.

plans to change the car show in the event of rain. Music will be moved indoors, if possible, to keep the festival going in case of inclement weather. Proceeds raised from the car show portion of the event will go to the McNairy County Carl Perkins Center. The employees of the center are still working to acquire a new location after they were displaced in April by a fire caused by lightning.

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Honor Where Honor is Due Shawn Pitts Contributor

This week, Arts in McNairy will induct the ninth class into the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame. For almost a decade now, we’ve endeavored to recognize those who have played a significant role in shaping our musical heritage. The annual induction ceremony and tribute concert has become one of my favorite evenings of the year. The Hall of Fame proceedings–from overseeing the nomination process, to writing the induction speeches, to producing the annual ceremony–are among the most gratifying projects ever entrusted to me as a community arts volunteer. I use the word “entrusted” because that’s what it feels like: a solemn trust. The many fine musicians of this region—and as often as not, their children or grandchildren—have trusted me to tell their stories with accuracy and dignity. That is a sobering proposition, and I have ever approached the role with reverence and the

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and believe it will be a great investment for Tennesseans as we continue our work to address health inequities. The funding will be used to implement a coordinated and holistic approach that builds on culturally, linguistically, and locally tailored strategies and best practices to reduce COVID-19 risk across the state of Tennessee.” The funding represents the CDC’s largest investment to date focusing on reducing health disparities related to Covid-19. The funding will benefit high-risk and underserved populations, including racial and ethnic minority populations in rural communities. The intended outcomes are to

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nations, the city partnered to serve food twice a week at the Farmers Market Pavilion. We served about 300-500 meals each time in a drive-thru. With the help of the Mid-South Food Bank in Memphis, employees and the police department package and deliver food to needy families every Thursday,” Smith said. “Nothing happens in a vacuum–it takes us all working together.” Smith manages a $12 million dollar budget, shared with all departments (including utilities), and has 86 employees. “The directors work hard. We have never raised taxes, were awarded millions in grant funding and paved 88% of secondary roads while adding LED street lights.” Smith said. “People are quick to criticize but what they need to understand is that this is a labor of love and not about the money. It is my understanding that my salary is the same as it was in 1995. I am the lowest paid full-time city mayor in the State of Tennessee at $47,000 a year; there are towns with part-time mayors who make as much or more. I feel we are very

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video in question and was able to positively identify the juvenile in question. The suspect was located at approximately 9:00 p.m. Chief Bay then contacted DCS and Youth Villages about the video. The suspect is in foster care currently. Chief Bay spoke with the foster home residents concerning the good stewards of funds. To have a fund balance in times like this makes me proud,” said Smith. “We have things to brag about, like a million dollar renovation to our North Park and ball fields to be completed in November, adding exercise equipment to our South Park, adding a Splash Pad to Dixie Park and a Dog Park. We recently acquired six acres off of Florence Road to build an inner city park for children which will start soon. The Facade grant many small businesses used to spruce up their buildings, building the Farmer’s Market and concession stand. We added five new fire trucks and maintain an ISO rating of 3 as medical calls nearly doubled in the past six years.” The mayor is proud of the police department who responds to 350 calls for service a month, 65 average are reportable and about 20 traffic accidents. “With the sheriff’s department, we developed a Victim Response Team and our investigator can now handle arson investigations. “The sanitation workers are out in all conditions and have maintained the

most profound appreciation for the confidence these families have placed in me. It is a deeply personal experience to have a grown man approach with a lump in his throat after the ceremony to say how much he and his family appreciate the remembrance of their relative’s musical contributions. Sometimes people confess that they thought others had either forgotten their loved one’s music, or else regarded it as a frivolous pursuit. For the record, let me assure you, there is nothing frivolous about uniting people in the joy of music making. Seeing a mention of Hall of Fame membership in an obituary, as we did this last week with the passing of the extraordinary Peck Boggs, is among the more poignant reminders of how important it is to do these things while people are around to know how much they are appreciated. It was my great privilege to read Peck’s biography and induct him into the Hall of Fame in 2017. I was struck by his family’s gratitude on that occasion and moved by their inclu-

sion of his membership in the long list of musical accomplishment highlighted in his obituary. If ever there was a doubt about the meaningfulness of music in our lives, a family’s desire to have such details published in remarks that will forever frame their loved one’s legacy should be the final word on that subject. All this is to say the music people make and share with appreciative audiences is a serious business. If you’ve ever caught yourself involuntarily tapping your toe, or been transported by the beauty of a vocal or instrumental performance, you will know exactly what I mean. Music touches something deep within us and draws us together in our common humanity, and this is what the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame is all about. The people who spend countless hours honing their skills and collaborating with fellow musicians to bring the light of music alive in our community deserve our gratitude, and sometimes a smattering of applause just won’t cut it. It’s a small thing to acknowledge our apprecia-

tion with an award and a brief induction speech, but I am constantly reminded how meaningful it is to the individuals we honor. That’s more than enough to keep me motivated. If you’ve never done so, I encourage you to log on to the Hall of Fame/Trail of Legends website and peruse the past induction speeches. If you are up for more active pursuits, get out this summer and walk the Trail of Music Legends in downtown Selmer. It’s a mile loop between the Latta trailhead and Dixie Park. If you hold off until Friday, you will be able to see the latest Tennessee Music Pathways installation at Rockabilly Park. It offers a broad overview of the area’s music history, while the Trail of Music Legends markers fill in the details for more curious walkers. I’ll wager that you’ll learn a thing or two, and you might even be amazed by the depths and diversity of our music heritage. More importantly, you will help us fulfill the primary mission of the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame: giving honor where honor is due.

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loyal. Pettie does not bark and has been thoroughly examined by the veterinarian. He is about 40 pounds, blind in one eye, half lab and a sweet heart, according to Banks. Since the shelter opened in October 2019, they have cared for and adopted out a large number of dogs. “We have only lost two dogs the entire time. One pit bull was thrown over the fence and attacked another dog, and one had an advanced case of cancer,” said Banks. Animal Shelter Friends Humane Society, 1266 Airport Road, Selmer is a 501(c)(3). They love volunteers and can be reached to donate dog food, supplies or help with an animal. Call 731-610-9924 or 731-610-0678.

video. DCS has notified the McNairy County Sheriff’s Department that the juvenile has been involuntarily committed to a state facility. The Independent Appeal is withholding the name of the suspect due to their age. This incident is still under investigation at the time of this report.

recycling program with 450 customers. We purchased blue recycling bins for customers with a grant,” said Smith. “Lastly, we inherited many issues with old infrastructure that presents unique challenges with the water and sewer systems. Lines south of the railroad seem to be the worse and many are over 40 years old. Richard Ashe is working with multiple grants to upgrade the sewer system, lagoon and repairing flood damage to lines with no rate increases or more debt,” said Smith. “You may not think we have things to celebrate, but we do and if given the chance, I will continue to serve the City of Selmer for a third term and build on what we’ve started,” said Smith. The City of Selmer Election is November 2 for mayor and two aldermen. Currently, John Finlayson and Johnny Norris hold the two aldermen seats up for re-election, with Smith as mayor. Qualifying deadline for candidates is August 19 at noon for the office of mayor and alderman, according to Joanie Collins, administrator of elections.

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Dare to Live Without Limits:

What to Do When You Want to Give Up Bryan Golden Contributor

You’ve had the experience where things don’t go as planned. Nothing you have tried seems to have worked. You are tired, frustrated, and worn out. You really feel like giving up. Feeling this way is normal. Everyone experiences frustration. The key is not allowing frustration to get the better of you. So what should you do when you want to give up? Since giving up ensures failure, never, ever give up. Giving up is not an option if you want to accomplish anything. There are a variety of strategies which will help you recharge when you feel like giving up. You must never give up because more people regret things they didn’t do, compared to the things they did do. Start recharging by reminding yourself why you started. Review all the benefits you’ll experience when successful. Imagine how great you will feel once you have obtained your objective. Doing this boosts your motivation when your energy runs low. The desire to give up grows when it is taking longer than expected to achieve your goal. Impatience is a major factor which causes people to give up. Be patient. As ambitious as you may be, success often takes longer than anticipated.

Although it’s easy to find reported examples of people who have achieved outstanding goals, what’s usually overlooked is how long they struggled before reaching their objective. You will never see stories about those who have given up. When you feel totally drained, remember that it’s darkest just before dawn. Too many people give up just before they turn the corner to success. Since you never know how close you are, you must forge forward even when you are exhausted. How fast you are moving, or the size of each step is immaterial. Maintaining forward momentum is what matters. Reconnect with the basics if you want to quit. Clarify exactly what you want to accomplish, why you want to accomplish it, and how will you benefit once your objective is achieved. Next, identify what you will miss out on by giving up. Confirming why you are doing what you are doing, fuels your incentive to keep going. Don’t allow your quest to create a feeling of deficiency. You benefit by operating from a position of abundance instead of desperation. For example, a job hunter will have a much better interview if they don’t really need the job than if they are desperate to get hired. Cultivate and maintain an attitude of gratitude by being thankful for all of your current blessings.

Those who appreciate everything they have attract more than those who constantly feel they never have enough. Part of this process is appreciating all that you get to do instead of dreading what you’ve got to do. Having the freedom to work towards one or more goals is something to be thankful for. Give yourself credit for the progress you have already made. You’ve come further than you realize. Although the summit you are headed for may seem distant, looking back at where you started puts how far you have climbed into perspective. Motivate yourself by studying what others have accomplished. Look at the obstacles they overcame. If they can do it, so can you. They never gave up either. Just like them, you can do what it takes to achieve your goals. You don’t want to regret giving up on something you really wanted. Goal achievement takes determination, effort, and perseverance. When you feel like giving up, rest, recharge, and keep going. 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. Email Bryan at bryan@columnist.com or write him c/o this paper. 2021 Bryan Golden

Home Country Slim Randles Contributor

Ran into Doc down at The Mule Barn the other day, so naturally we had to rid the world of about a gallon of coffee and solve the world’s problems for an hour. It is the duty of all true Americans of our age, you know. Doc said he’d been aching a little bit lately. Joints or something. He’d been out fixing the pasture fence where the mare had

been pushing on it. The next morning it made him walk funny. “I remember when my dad was my age,” he said. “I asked him how it felt to be this old. Well, he looked at me as though I were committing a crime by having brown hair, you know? And then he said, “To be this old? Well, I guess it beats the alternative.” The truth is, the morning coffee drinkers of our area aren’t really old, not inside. We hurt a bit more the next day when we do things, that’s all. And having to walk funny for an

hour or so is a small price to pay for our experience. Being experienced sounds better. “The other day,” Doc said, “I was down to the feed store, and the kid there took one look at me and carried those heavy sacks out to the truck for me. It was embarrassing, and she shouldn’t have done it.” -------Brought to you by Ol’ Max Evans, The First Thousand Years, by Slim Randles. www.unmpress.com.

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Uncle Critt Roger Howell Contributor

The old man struck his best pose, and called Sarah from the kitchen to critique it. She walked in wiping her hands on the tail of her apron. Sarie, as he called her, had been called upon to give her honest opinion on the subject before. Never-the-less she hid her annoyance and stood before the old bearded preacher. With her right index finger pressing her lips, she pretended to be in deep thought about his pose, knowing all along that her answer would confirm his own opinion. Perhaps she could gratify the old man even more by suggesting a small adjustment. “Lower your hands a little,” she said pensively. I really don’t know where Americus Crittendon Depoyster hailed from originally. He had family in the Burnsville, Mississippi area. He most likely was from there. Most folks around Big Hill, and Wolfpen called him Uncle Critt, who walked this earth from 1851-1939. He performed the wedding ceremony for my grandparents, John Howell and Essie Morphis in 1914, but that’s another story. Mr. Depoyster was a short man. He spoke with a nasal tone. The rare photo of him reminds me of the western actor Gabby Hayes. His wife died when she was fairly young, leaving him with a three or four children to care for alone. Then he met Sarie. Grace Depoyster, his granddaughter, told me that Mr. Depoyster’s second wife, Sarah Wilson, was a won-

derful mother. The children responded in kind. I’m told that Critt could boil up a temper once in a while. He had strong religious beliefs, and marched to his own drummer. Although a good man, he was the man of the house. My Grandmother said that when he and his family went visiting, they often walked. He wouldn’t allow Sarie to walk along side him. She had to walk behind him. Uncle Critt, no relation to the writer, owned a store at Cypress for some time. His brother, Lee Depoyster, owned a store at the junction of what is now Hwy. 142 and Hwy. 45. Since Uncle Critt lived at Cypress, he and Sarah could catch the train there and visit his folks in Burnsville. Relatives enjoyed the short trip to his little establishment as well. I should mention that one of Critt’s children was John Depoyster. He taught my dad at Wolfpen back in the 1930’s, and later I believe he taught school at Byrd Lock and coached as well. He was well respected, but then all the Depoysters were. Uncle Critt bought a little place on the road that trailed along side the Tuscumbia River. The little ridge road ran north from Wolfpen, (New Hope Church) to the Southern Railroad. They often visited the Benjamin Howell family across the river. To give the reader a reference, the Ben, or John Howell place is now part of Big Hill Pond State Park. If the Howells came down to the river to cross, and found the boat on the Depoyster side, someone would yell for one of the Depoysters to bring the boat across. Of course that worked both

ways. As I mentioned earlier, the Depoysters lived for a time at Cypress. They got to know Mister Noah Morphis who I’m told was a crippled man that kept the water tank pumped full for the trains that took on water there. Cypress wasn’t a coal stop, but I’m told that locomotives would take on water every one hundred miles. Cypress had a post office for a time. It may have been in the railroad building, but as far as I can determine, it wasn’t a depot. Marshall Howell had a plainer there. A railroad spur was on the site, most likely for loading out lumber. Mister Morphis, I’m told, built caskets in his free time. I’ve always believed that Uncle Critt hired Mister Morphis to build caskets for Sarah and himself. You see, Uncle Critt bought his caskets long before he and his wife boarded them for eternity. My grandmother said that the big boxes came in handy. Critt kept his dried peas in one of then. Most likely both of those cypress boxes stored a variety of things. Critt’s house was built so the caskets could rest on the sealing beams of the porch, but most of the time they were kept beneath their bed. I don’t believe Mr. Depoyster was in a hurry for the long trip to paradise, but he didn’t fear it either. He had prepared in more ways than one. Every now and then, Uncle Critt would pull his casket from beneath the bed, and make himself comfortable within its eternal walls. He would fold his hands just so, and ask, “Sarie, how do I look?”

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Adamsville High School Awards

Plaque and Gold Awards

Hall of Fame

The Centennial Bank Hall of Fame members were named at the academic awards ceremony. They were selected by a committee based on academic achievement, character, and school involvement. This year’s members of the Hall of Fame are (front) Pearl Spears, Brianna Kiernan, Ashton Wilder, Annalyn Harvill, (second row) Jacob Bowles, Caleb White, Brianna Roach, (back) Tucker Johnson, and Jacob Featherston. Landon Smith is also a member of the Hall of Fame but is not pictured.

ACT 21 and above

Students who earn a 21 or above on the ACT are deemed college ready, and AHS recognizes this achievement with a special luncheon and a shirt that was presented at the awards ceremony. Students who earned a 21-24 on the ACT were (front) Malia Coates, Pearl Spears, Anna Ginn, Emma Wicker, Gracee Brown, Erin Dudley, Tibrea Robinson, (second row) Drake Crabb, Chloe Dickerson, Kallie Martindale, Layne Glenn, Colton Howard, (third row) Sarah Shirley, Ashton Wilder, Lauren Renfroe, Madison Hatch, Dalton Scott, (back) Tucker Johnson, and Jeremy White. Students who earned 21-24 but are not pictured are David Jackson, Harley Hollingsworth, Elaina Ferrell, Jordan Cupples, Ray Bright, Rahkeev Thompson, Kaidence Luker, Emma Johnston, Calvin Bingham, Memphis Wyatt, Brendan Jaggars, Dylan Baswell, Caleb White, and Catie Crumby.

Students at AHS who maintain honor roll status for three years receive the Gold Award, and students who achieve this status for four years receive the Plaque Award. Due to the cancellation of the awards ceremony last year, some students received both their awards at the recent awards ceremony. Winners were Jacob Featherston (both), Pearl Spears (both), Colton Howard (both), Tucker Johnson (both), Jacob Bowles (both), Ashton Wilder (both), (second row) Aiden Thacker (both), Lily McCullough (both), Melanie Wilbanks (both), Tibrea Robinson (both), Lauren Renfroe (Gold), (third row) Layne Glenn (both), Seth Harvill (Gold), Drake Crabb (Gold), (back row) Caleb White (both), Memphis Wyatt (both), Colby Milford (Gold), and Elijah Paulk (both). Recipients of both Gold and Plaque Awards who are not pictured are Sable Gosa, Barrett Harmon, Brendan Jaggars, and Addison Reaves. Winners of the Gold Award who are not pictured are Madelyn Johnson, Emma Johnston, and Mackenzie Wilkerson.

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Bronze and Silver Awards

ACT 25 or higher

Students who earn an ACT of 25 or higher at Adamsville High School attend a special luncheon and are given a long-sleeved shirt or hoodie. These students were also recognized at the awards ceremony. Students with 25 or above are (front) Brianna Roach, Brianna Kiernan, Kylie McKee, Melanie Wilbanks, Olivia Roeder, (second row) Sarah Oakley, Annalyn Harvill, Jacob Featherston, Elijah Paulk, (back) Aiden Thacker, Lily McCullough, and Lily Beth Durbin. Students with 25 or above who are not pictured are Barrett Harmon, Addison Reaves, and Sable Gosa.

Union University

Three AHS seniors received scholarships to Union University, which were presented by Brooke Watson. Recipients were Lily Beth Durbin, Elijah Paulk, presenter Watson, and Kallie Anna Martindale.

National Technical Honor Society Members of the National Technical Honor Society were named at the AHS academic awards banquet. They are Aiden Thacker, Maggie Melton, Blake Mast, Kylie McClellan, and Jacob Featherston.

Each year at the awards ceremony, AHS awards students who have maintained honor roll status for one year the Bronze Award. Students who achieve honor roll status for two years are given the Silver Award. Students who earned either Bronze or Silver were (front) Katerious Atkins (Bronze), Olivia Roeder (Bronze), Mackenzie Wilkerson (Silver), Malia Coates (Bronze), (back) Maggie Melton (Bronze), Tanner Tidwell (Bronze), Dalton Scott (Bronze), and Elly Brashier (Silver). Students who won Bronze but were not present are Vivian Austin, Dylan Baswell, Kaidence Luker, Lathan Morris, and Zaria Vance. Students who won Silver but are not pictured are Calvin Bingham, Mallori Britt, Lacey Howell, and Michael Mullins.

Eddie and Hilda Ashe Scholarship

Blake Mast was the first recipient of the Eddie and Hilda Ashe Memorial Agriculture Education Scholarship. The award was presented by two of Ashe’s children, Valerie Harrelson and Emily Ashe, and Rhodes Platt, the president of the McNairy County Farm Bureau.

Enville Community Club

The Enville Community Club Scholarship was presented to Madison Hatch (center) by Frankie Finley and Annie Massengill.

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Awards continued

Valedictorian

Annalyn Harvill was recognized at the recent AHS academic awards ceremony for being valedictorian of her senior class. She finished high school with a cumulative average of 99.75.

Heart of a Champion

Heart of Champion Scholarship winners are Maggie Hill, Caleb White, and Lily Beth Durbin.

Athletes of the Year

AHS recognized their athletes of the year at their awards ceremony. Winners were chosen based on their performance in their individual sports as well as their character and leadership. Kallie Anna Martindale was named Female Athlete of the Year, and Jacob Bowles was named the Chad Gray Memorial Athlete of the Year.

Salutatorian

Brianna Roach was recognized for being salutatorian of her senior class at the AHS academic awards ceremony. Her cumulative average in high school was 99.721.

Math Student of the Year

Kallie Anna Martindale was named the Math Student of the Year by teacher Kelly Wilder.

English Student of the Year

Aiden Thacker was presented the award for English Student of the Year by teacher Kelly Wilder.

Student Citizen of the Year

Caleb White was named the Student Citizen of the Year by Terrell Beene, coordinator for Communities in Schools at Adamsville High School.

Blake Mast

Senior Blake Mast received several awards at the AHS academic awards ceremony. He received the Clyde S. Treece Agriculture Scholarship and the W.C. and Addillia Ashe Agriculture Scholarship, and he was also presented with the state FFA degree.

Science Student of the Year Social studies student of the year

Teacher Josh Carroll presented the award for Social Studies Student of the Year to Pearl Spears.

Lily Beth Durbin was named the Science Student of the Year.

R.M. and Myrtis Dickson Scholarship

Recipients of the R.M. and Myrtis Dickson Scholarship were Ashton Wilder and Malia Coates.

McNairy County VFW Scholarship

Maggie Hill received the McNairy County VFW Post 2418 Scholarship at the awards ceremony.

Corinth VFW Scholarship FFA Senior Leadership

The FFA Senior Leadership award was presented to club officers Olivia Roeder and Blake Mast.

TN National Guard

Olivia Roeder was recognized for enlisting in the Tennessee National Guard by Staff Sergeant Richard Pierce.

Olivia Roeder received the Corinth VFW Post 3962 and Auxiliary Scholarship at the AHS academic awards ceremony.

CTE Student of the Year

Jacob Featherston was named the Career Technical Education Student of the Year at the AHS academic awards ceremony.

MCEA ship

Scholar-

The McNairy County Education Association presented their annual scholarship award to Annalyn Harvill.

Lisa Ross Memorial

Foreign Language student of the year

Annalyn Harvill received the award for Foreign Language Student of the Year from teacher Bianca Emmons.

The Lisa Ross Parker Memorial scholarship was presented to Caleb White by Parker’s father, Tommy Ross.

Art Student of the Year

Teacher Lisa Engle presented the award for Art Student of the Year to Melanie Wilbanks.

Congratulations

Cardinals!

Quinco Scholarship

Senior Maggie Hill received the Quinco Scholarship at the AHS academic awards ceremony.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9, 2021

OBITUARIES

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Billy Leon Rutledge

Sherrie Hope Childers

Joyce Sikes Atkinson

Billy Leon Rutledge was born August 2, 1959 in Kemper County, Miss. the son of Leon and Mary Scott Rutledge. He departed this life on May 31, 2021 in Corinth, Miss. at the age of 61 Years, 9 Months, 29 Days. Billy graduated from Corinth High School in 1978. He served in the United States Air Force for 12 years. He was united in marriage to Patty Borden on April 21, 2005. He was a faithful member of the Olive Hill Baptist Church in Guys, Tenn. Billy enjoyed spending time with his family and working outside with his dad. He was a kind hearted man that always put others before himself. He is survived by his wife Patty Rutledge; father, Leon Rutledge; mother, Mary Rutledge all of Guys, Tenn.; children: Michelle Nelson of Ky., Dana Rutledge of Beach Bluff, Tenn., Johnathan Lee Patterson of Stantonville, Tenn. and Jason Patterson of Kossuth, Miss.; two brothers, Henry Earl Rutledge and Thomas Allen Rutledge of Guys, Tenn.; sister, Donna Lynn George of Guys, Tenn.; 6 Grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation was held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. and on Friday from 12 p.m. until service at 1 p.m. all held at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Billy Copeland officiating. Burial will follow in the Olive Hill Cemetery at Guys, Tenn.

Sherrie Hope Childers, passed at the age of 46 on Friday, May 28, 2021 at North Mississippi Medical CenterWest Point. Sherrie was born May 31, 1975 in Corinth, Mississippi. She was a resident of Michie Tenn. and was a member of Danville Baptist Church. Sherrie was survied by her mother, Linda Childers, of Michie Tenn., her son Randy C. King (Lacey) of Morris Chapel, Tenn., her daughter Brittany Shaye Smith of Littleton, N.H., and a grandchild Calla Marie King. Sherrie was preceded in death by her father David B. Childers, her maternal grandparents Victor and Juanita Rogers, her paternal grandparents J.D. and Effie Childers, and her uncle Randy Rogers. Her graveside service was held Tuesday, June 1, 2021, with Bro. Roger Woods officiating. Her interment and graveside service was at Danville Baptist Church Cemetery.

Joyce Sikes Atkinson, age 80 of Cleveland Tenn., departed this life on Sunday, May 30, 2021 at Life Care Center of Collegedale. Born on February 2, 1941 in West Tennessee to Lodie and Willie Ann Minnick Sikes, she lived the last 34 years in Bradley County and was a member of Curtis Hill Church of God of Prophecy and attended Keith Street Ministries in Cleveland, Tenn. She was employed at GPS for 17 years and was an avid cook, enjoyed traveling, gospel singing and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Tunnie J. Atkinson, brother, James Sikes; sister, Peggy Goodner; and grandson-in-law, Jeremy Cantrell. Left behind to cherish her memory are her children, Teresa Borders(Jack), Terry Atkinson(Annette), and Tina Benson(Marty); grandchildren, Amanda Johnson (Steven), Brittany Cantrell, Laura George(Tim), Katie Rymer(Jordan), Brandon Benson, Ashley McDonald(Jason), Andrew Atkinson, Alex Atkinson(Chloe); great-grandchildren, Kara, Emily, Cruize, Emmarie, Addie, Luke, Reagan, Elise, and Avery; sister, Lawanda Johnson; and several extended family and a host of friends. A Celebration of Life and Home going for Joyce Lavon Sikes Atkinson was held June 5, 2021 at 2 p.m. CST at Curtis Hill Church of God of Prophecy with Pastor Richie Horner officiating. Burial followed at the church cemetery. The family received friends from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday at the Keith Street Ministries in Cleveland and from 12 p.m. CST until the funeral hour on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the church.

Lisa Coleman Lisa Coleman was born June 11, 1963 in Bolivar, Tenn. the daughter of Jerry Hill and Beverly Smith. She was united in marriage to Neal Coleman on October 29, 1989. Mr. Coleman preceded her in death on March 12, 2017. Lisa was an avid reader, a painter of nature and wildlife, and animal lover. She enjoyed watching true crime mysteries, Stephen King movies and the nature channel. Mrs. Coleman departed this life on June 6, 2021 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 57 Years, 11 Months, 26 Days. She is survived by a daughter, Allison Smalley and husband Trae of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; two sons, Jonathan Coleman of Selmer, Tenn., Dustin Coleman of Jackson, Tenn.; mother and stepfather, Beverly and James Smith of Selmer, Tenn.; father and stepmother, Jerry and Wrenetta Hill of Jefferson, AR; sister, Angie Ingle of Selmer, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends. Visitation will be on June 10, 2021 from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Driectors of Selmer. A Graveside Service will be held on June 11, 2021 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Selmer, Tennessee.

SUNRISE: See, Speak, Not David Coy Contributor

Previously her voice had been monotonous in timbre, as it were, anonymously Parkinsonian. (Dr. Oliver Sacks, Awakenings, 69-70). From a patient who contracted ‘sleeping sickness’ or encephalitis lethargic which previously lasted until the end of a person’s life, leaving them in a stoic-immobility for the most part. What overwhelming grief family members must have dealt with when someone they love was unable to speak or display normal gestures like so many around them. It’s as if you are caged inside a body and you can see everyone animated around you as you watch them but you cannot engage or respond in any overt manner. A movie entitled, First Sight depicted a person who had been blind from a toddler’s age. They had become very accustomed to living life accordingly. Advancement in surgical treatment regained their sight. They developed Prosopagnosia, otherwise known as face

blindness. Their ability to recognize familiar faces including their own was impaired. People with this condition usually develop other means of recognizing otherwise familiar faces which were less effective. What would we do if we opened our eyes and no longer recognized our face? Then we went to familiar houses and did not recognize any family or close friends with whom we were very close and intimately connected? That would so be very scary. How would we cope? How would we get beyond if we felt stuck? We could not move forward or backward, so we felt we were in limbo just as if we were walking on ice in and could not gain traction. Can you see yourself or someone else struggling in this fashion after a death, or a divorce, a foreclosure…you fill in the blank. What would you need to help you or someone to see life again and to connect with others? This is Sunrise Aftercare, sunrise@sfdcares. com

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C.L. “Chuck” Pollard, Jr. Mr. C.L. “Chuck” Pollard, Jr, age 88, a long time resident of Water Valley, Ky. passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at the Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Ky. Chuck was born on May 22, 1933 to the late Charlie L. and Lovie Smith Pollard in McNairy County, Tenn. He grew up in the Selmer/Rose Creek community with his two sisters and four brothers. Early in his work career, Chuck worked as a civil engineer with the Kentucky Highway Department. Mr. Pollard retired from the Ferry Morse Seed Company in Fulton, Ky. Mr. Pollard is survived by his daughter, Lurinda “Rin” and son-in-law; Louis Wayne Tate of Kevil, Ky.; two grandchildren, Judd Reno (Lynette) of Wickliffe, Ky. and Aimee Tate Dingman (Ronnie) Campbellsburg, Ky.; three great-grandchildren, Lilly Reno and Jessie Reno of Wickliffe, Ky. and Seamus Dingman of Campbellsburg, Ky. He is also survived by his brother, Billy Pollard of East Peoria, Ill. and a sister, Joyce Tull of Corinth, Miss., as well as many nieces and nephews. C. L. was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 55 years, Oleen Johnson Pollard. When they married in 1954, Oleen began calling her husband “Chuck”, which replaced his long standing childhood nickname of “Junior”. Deceased’s Funeral Arrangements. A private burial will be in Camp Beauregard Cemetery, Water Valley, Ky.

Gloria Dean Etheridge Gloria Dean Etheridge was born July 2, 1936 in Jackson, Tenn. She was the daughter of the late Homer (Preacher) Hollomon and Lucille Whitaker Hollomon. She departed this life on June 4, 2021 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 84 Years, 11 Months, 2 Days. She is survived by four sons: Randy Etheridge of Selmer, Tenn., Keith Etheridge of Huntsville, Ala., Craig Etheridge of Farmington, Miss., Brad Etheridge and wife Jennifer of Tuscumbia, Ala.; two grandchildren, Ford Etheridge of Madison Ala., Carter Etheridge of Hollywood, Md. In addition to her parents, Gloria was preceded in death by her son Michael Etheridge; a brother, Jerry Hollomon. Gloria enjoyed reading books, spending time with family, and traveling with friends. Visitation was be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 9 a.m. until services at 1 p.m. all held at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee. Burial was followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

Ransomware threatens food supply Jai Templeton Contributor

Recent ransomware attacks on U.S. companies also disrupted U.S. farm and food supply lines. Last month a cyber attack on JSB Foods which is the world’s largest meat processor was led by a suspected Russian criminal organization. JSB Food’s five largest plants stopped processing in the United States. Affected plants were located in Nebraska, Texas, Utah and Wisconsin. Others were forced to operate at a reduced capacity. The meat processing industry which was already significantly impacted by Covid-19 related staffing issues took an additional

hit by the cyber attack. Approximately 10,000 jobs were impacted in the U.S., Canada and Australia. JSB USA represents almost 1/4 of the U.S. processing capacity harvesting 22,500 head of cattle per day. The company was able to hold overall losses to less than one day’s production due to early detection of the attack and maintaining security on their core IT systems. U.S. meatpackers harvested 94,000 head the Tuesday following the attack which was down 22% from the previous week and down 18% from the prior year. It was a frustrating few days for livestock producers who could not deliver scheduled cattle and hogs increasing costs up and

down the supply chain. U.S. boxed beef was up as much as $3 cwt for the week while August live cattle fell 2 cents and were at their lowest point since June 12, 2020 on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. The attack was discovered on May 30th and production had resumed by June 3. JSB expects that production will return to normal by the end of this current week. In hopes to mitigate the disruptions to suppliers as well as beef customers USDA asked other processors to increase capacity. While pricing for both live and processed beef can fluctuate due to events such as Memorial Day, volatile weather and

political unrest this cyber attack on our nation’s food supply further exposes how critical agriculture is to our national security. Fortunately, company officials were able to detect and successfully respond to this attack but a more wildly coordinated attack on additional companies could have quickly escalated into a serious economic and food security issue. While meat prices are not expected to rise significantly for the long term world food prices are currently at their highest point since 2011 having risen for twelve consecutive months. Any further disruption whether short or long term can quickly change access as well as price paid for food.

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Events and Happenings McNairy Retired Teachers Association June 10 McNairy County Retired Teachers Association members are invited and encouraged to come to a Cruise-In meeting at the McConnico Library in Selmer on Thursday, June 10 during the hours of 10:30 A.M. to 12:15 P.M. The purpose of this meetFor further information, please call Barbara or Ron Christopher, President, at 731-632-1154. MCHS Bobcat Band Booster Back Sale June 12 Come one come all the the MCHS Bobcat Booster Bake Sale. We will be at the Rockabilly Revival this Saturday June 12th. We will have an assortment of awesome goodies. Clear Creek Baptist Church June 19 Come join us IN THE WILD as we focus in on some amazing, real-life encounters with Jesus. CLEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH, Saturday, June 19, 2019, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All children four years old to 6th grade are welcome.

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Left to right: Iris Princess Makenzi Dildy, Little Miss Memphis, Miss Left to right: Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer contestant Macey Jones, Memphis, Katie Allen, 21, Selmer, Miss McNairy County Emma Martin, 18, Cedar Grove, Miss McNairy County Iris, Emmy Melton, 16, Chester 17, McKenzie, Miss Riverview Leah Minear, 20, Chattanooga and Miss County, Miss Tennessee Iris Teen 2020, Michie will crown the winner, Tristar Volunteer Karenna Rainey, 19, of Adamsville, Iris Princess Saw- Miss Riverview Iris Teen Maddie Dabbs, 17, Selmer and Miss Selmer Iris yer Morris. All will compete in the Miss Tennessee Pageant at the Carl Teen Darby Benton, Selmer will compete on June 19th at the Miss TenPerkins Civic Center on June 19. nessee Teen pageant.

Eight locals compete in Miss. Tennessee Janet Rail

Center in downtown Jackson on June 19. Contestants attended a reception in their honor hosted by Amber Phegley at Ruby’s Venue and Events in Selmer Friday and received a gift from Denise Parmely of The Shack, Selmer on their departure. After the final pageant last March, the pandemic hit Tennessee so the con-

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Eight local contestants to compete in Miss Tennessee Pageant Eight local contestants from McNairy County or representing our county will compete in the Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer, Miss Tennessee Teen Iris or Miss Tennessee Pageant at the Carl Perkins Civic

testants were held off for a year. As recent restrictions were lifted on venues the long-running pageant is making a return with preliminary competition events beginning on June 16 with a winner crowned on June 19. Contestants from the county will compete in Miss Tennessee Teen Iris and Miss Tennessee Teen

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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

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on July 9, 2021 at 10:00a.m. local time, at the center of courthouse door, McNairy County Courthouse, 170 Court Avenue, Selmer, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Dick R. Tyner and Bethel A. Tyner, to Joseph B. Pitt, Jr., Trustee, as trustee for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for One Reverse Mortgage, LLC on April 7, 2014 at Deed of Trust Book 412, Page 2656, Instrument No. 90334; conducted by LOGS Legal Group LLP, having been appointed Substitute or Successor Trustee, all of record in the McNairy County Register’s Office. Default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of said Deed of Trust and the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable. Party Entitled to Enforce the Debt: American Advisors Group, its successors and assigns. The real estate located in McNairy County, Tennessee,and described in the said Deed of Trust will be sold to the highest call bidder. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warrant is intended. Street Address: 227 North 5th St, Selmer, Tennessee 38375 Parcel Number: 089C E 013.00 Current Owner(s) of Property:

The Heirs of Bethel A. Tyner This sale is subject to, without limitation, all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory right of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances including those created by a fixture filing or any applicable homeowners’ association dues or assessments; all claims or other matters, whether of record or not, which may encumber the purchaser’s title and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If you purchase a property at the foreclosure sale, the entire purchase price is due and payable at the conclusion of the auction in the form of a certified/bank check made payable to or endorsed to LOGS Legal Group LLP. No personal checks will be accepted. To this end, you must bring sufficient funds to outbid the lender and any other bidders. Insufficient funds will not be accepted. Amounts received in excess of the winning bid will be refunded to the successful purchaser at the time the foreclosure deed is delivered. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded only by the Substitute Trustee at any time. If the Substitute Trustee rescinds the sale, the purchaser shall only be entitled to a return of any money paid towards the purchase price and shall have no other recourse. Once the purchaser tenders the purchase price, the Substitute Trustee may deem the sale final in which case the purchaser shall have no remedy. The real property will be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, including

without limitation, warranties regarding condition of the property or marketability of title. This office may be a debt collector. This may be an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

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The following parties may claim an interest in the abovereferenced property to be affected by the foreclosure: any judgment creditor or lien holder with an interest subordinate to the said Deed of Trust or any party claiming by, through, or under any of the foregoing. Such parties known to the Substitute Trustee may include: All parties claiming by, through or under Bethel A. Tyner, deceased; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Terms of Sale will be public auction, for cash, free and clear of rights of homestead, redemption and dower to the extent disclaimed or inapplicable, and the rights of Dick R. Tyner and Bethel A. Tyner, and those claiming through him/ her/it/them. Any right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are waived in accord with the terms of said Deed of Trust,

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3350 Hwy 226 Savannah, TN 38372 (731) 925-3287 (931) 224-2247

(4,5,6)

MARKET REPORT June 2, 2021 Total HD 548

YARD SALES

Last Week 677 Last Year 818

Cattle 531 Goats 1 Hogs 16

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200-300 WT 1680 . 0-1780 .0 300-400 WT 157.00-168.00 400-500 WT 146.00-157.00 500-600 WT 138.00-146.00 600-700 WT 127.00-138.00 700-800 WT 116.00-127.00 800-900 WT 104.00-116.00 #1 HEIFERS 200-300 WT 136.00-142.00 300-400 WT 128.00-136.00 400-500 WT 124.00-132.00 500-600 WT 122.00-130.00 600-700 WT 112.00-122.00 700-800 WT 98.00-112.00 800-900 WT 84.00-98.00 HIGHDRESSINGUTILITYCOWS 72.00 - 78.00 HIGH DRESSING SLAUGHTER BULLS 88.00-94.00

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Ramer Water Department Water Quality Data What does this chart mean?

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Oak Butlers Chest Walnut Quilt Box Hand Tools Yard Tools Chainsaw Vice Bench Grinder Bolt Bin Air Compressor Two Husqvarna Riding Mowers Washer & Dryer Weedeaters 3600 Ford Tractor – Diesel – Power Steering Parts Washer Husky Riding Mower Shop Vac Wheel Barrows Chains Extension Ladders 3 Bottom Breaking Plow Pond Scoop 3 Point Rota-Hoe

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Middle Buster Cherry Picker Push Mower Woods Bushhog 5’ 5 x 10 Tilt Trailer Finishing Mower 6’ 16’ Trailer 5’ Box Blade Two Iron Beds Honda Garden Tiller Shelving Pipe Stand Trunks Fooseball Table Cast Iron Cookware Cast Iron Heater Wringer Type Washing Machine Wrought Iron Patio Furniture

* MCLG - Maximum Contaminant Level Goal, or the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. * MCL - Maximum Contaminant Level, or the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. To understand the possible health effects described for many regulated constituents, a person would have to drink 2 liters of water every day at the MCL level for a lifetime to have one-in-a-million chance of having the described health effect. * MRDL: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level or MRDL: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for the control of microbial contaminants. * MRDLG: Maximum residual disinfectant level goal. The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. * AL - Action Level, or the concentration of a contaminant which, when exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. * Below Detection Level (BDL) - laboratory analysis indicates that the contaminant is not present at a level that can be detected. * Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/l) - explained as a relation to time and money as one part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000. * Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter - explained as a relation to time and money as one part per million corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years or a single penny in $10,000,000. * RTCR- Revised total Coliform Rule. This rule went into effect on April 1, 2016 and replaces the MCL for total coliform with a with a Treatment Technique Trigger for a system Assessment. * TT - Treatment Technique, or a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water * AVG- Average Contaminant

Violation Yes/No

Level Found

Total Coliform Bacteria (RTCR)

Combined radium

2.93 (AVG)

Copper1

0.765 h

Range of Detections

Date of Sample

Unit Measure ment

2020

1.53 – 4.6

MCLG

MCL

TT Trigger

2014

PCi/1

2018

ppm

1.3

Likely Source of Contamination Naturally present in the environment

Erosion of natural deposits

AL=1.3 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives

Lead1

1.69

Sodium

9.34

Sulfate

42.3

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

TTHM [Total Trihalometha nes] Chlorine

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits

2018

ppb

AL=15

5.78 – 9.34

2020

ppm

N/A

Erosion of natural deposits; used in water treatment

25.6 – 42.3

2020

ppm

250

Naturally present in the environment

1.4

2020

ppb

N/A

By-product of drinking water disinfection

4.7

2020

ppb

N/A

By-product of drinking water Chlorination

AVG 1.27

2020

ppm

MRDL G 4

MRDL 4

Water additive used to conttrol microbes

0.8 – 2.1

Iron: Iron occurs naturally in our raw water and occasionally accumulates in the distribution system. Iron shows up as “red” or “rusty” water at your tap. Although you do not want to drink water that is not clear, iron is not considered to be a hazard to your health. We test for iron daily and it is usually around 0.1-0.3 ppm. The aesthetic limit for iron is 0.3 ppm. 1 During the most recent round of Lead and Copper testing, 0 out of 10 households sampled contained concentrations exceeding the action level.

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Alan Rickman pitching for Lee University in Cleveland Tennessee.

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Through both his wins and losses, local athletic prodigy Alan Rickman continues to expand his skills and cultivate a lifelong spirit of endurance. Rickman graduated from McNairy Central in 2015. During high school, he played baseball for Coach Brian Franks and basketball for Coach Brian Brown. Of these, Alan’s father, Steve, recalls how Coach Franks was an excellent mentor and friend for his son, who only attended MCHS for one year. Alan received a baseball scholarship from UT Martin, attending from 2015 to 2016. He transferred to Jackson State Community College, where he played as a medical redshirt for one year. During his second year, Alan accepted a recruitment to Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee. While at Lee, Alan suffered a labrum tear in his shoulder during the 2019 season. He returned to pitch for the 2020 season after extensive rehab. Immediately before the pandemic, Rickman’s team was climbing rapidly upwards in the conference af-

ter defeating the #11 team in the country at Valdosta State. “The COVID season was probably the best thing that could’ve happened for me,” Rickman stated. “Being less than a year out from shoulder (labrum) surgery, I just wasn’t quite healthy yet… The NCAA giving us that extra year allowed me to be healthy again and play a large role in winning the school’s first ever conference championship this year.” Moreover, Rickman’s four years at Lee–three official, plus a one-year extension for the COVID-19 pandemic–culminated in May 2021 with a degree in

Business Management. “The onset of COVID didn’t make a lot of sense at the time,” Rickman admitted, “but there was no doubt God knew what He was doing. So for that, I’m thankful. It was probably the most exciting year of baseball I’ve ever taken part in, and I wouldn’t trade this year’s team for the world.” In June 2021, Alan plans to earn his pilot’s license in Nashville. “I’m excited to transition into the next stage of my life,” related Rickman. “It’s going to be a challenge, but a challenge I look forward to.”

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