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Two fires under investigation

Arson suspected in barn fire in Stantonville Janet Rail Publisher

The Stantonville Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire at 1677 Dennie Barber Road in Stantonville on September 7 at approximately 10:31 p.m.

“From all estimates, it appears that the fire began around 9:45 p.m.

The fire became so hot that we discovered a hay “clinkers” - hard, rocklike residue left behind after hay burns at high temperatures. We will not determine the cause of the fire until the TBI fire investigator finishes the investigation,” said Selmer Police Department Investigator Nathan Harrison.

According to the 911 report, Stantonville Fire Department was the first on the scene dispatched

at 10:33 p.m. Adamsville and Lawton Fire Departments also responded.

“Michie and Eastview were also paged out but we turned them back as we couldn’t use them.

When we pulled up to the building the roof had already collapsed. The east side of the building was open space and was burning pretty heavily. There was hay in the back,” said Stantonville Mayor and Volunteer Fireman Larry Russell.

“The fire was fully involved by the time it was discovered. This was the property of Brad Hunt and his son stated that he heard tanks explode.

The 911 report noted that there were several around the barn,” said Russell.

“There was a buildSee BARN FIRE, 3

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Hay “Clicker” saved as evidence by SPD Investivator Harrison. They are common when burning hay reaches high temperatures.

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Stantonville barn almost consumed by the flames.

Community remembers 9/11 victims at Selmer ceremony Janet Rail Publisher

Community leaders, residents and emergency responders gathered on Saturday to honor the memory of the fallen on one of America’s darkest days.

One fireman started early in his annual Remembrance Run. Christopher Hansen, of Selmer, a firefighter for the city of Jackson and firefighter for Selmer, makes a run to commemorate those lost as he respectfully wears a full firefighter uniform, tank and carries the American Flag down Mulberry Avenue on his three mile run from Walmart to the North Fire Station in Selmer.

Chris, a native of Paterson, New Jersey, personally knew firemen who responded twenty years ago and ones that never came home. For

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Hansen, this run is his way of keeping their memory alive and honoring them annually for their sacrifice.

As Hansen ran through the city, he was greeted with honking horns, thanks you’s and solemn glances from residents. This run has special significance for Hansen and is one of two tributes in the community.

The Selmer 9/11 memorial service at Rockabilly Park was held on Saturday morning to remember the 2,753 individuals who lost their lives at the World Trade Center in lower Manhattan.

The event was started with a welcome and prayer by Selmer Mayor John Smith, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance lead by County Commissioner Sybil Dancer Photo by Janet Rail

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Fireman Chris Hansen complete Remembrance Run.

Selmer firefighters extinguished brush fire that caused damage to irrigation supplies Janet Rail Publisher

A brush fire caused damage to irrigation supplies at Selmer’s Patriot Park last Thursday.

The Selmer Street and Sanitation department called in a brush fire on September 9 at 12:44 p.m. at Patriot Park in Selmer beside the National Guard Armory.

The Selmer Fire Department was dispatched at 12:46 and on the scene at 12:48 when the brush was engulfed in flames. “It was a pretty good fire and took a while to put it out,” said Fire Chief Anthony Carr.

According to the incident report from the fire department, truck 504 made the scene of a large brush fire at 1403 Circle Hill Drive. Engine 5 pulled crosslay and began fire attack as truck 504 established a fire line to stop the spread of the fire. A tanker assisted with water supply and deployed a deck gun to finish extinguish-

ing the fire.

Selmer Police Department responded to a call by Ronald Chad Wyatt of Wyatt Landscaping and Lawn Care.

Wyatt was in the process of installing irrigation equipment at Patriot Park as part of a $1 million dollar grant recently acquired by Selmer Parks & Recreation. Investigator Nathan Harrison arrived on the scene and according to the police report Wyatt reported a loss of $30,000 to $40,000 worth of irrigation supplies that were burned in the brush fire.

According to the report, the fire had a point of origin on the city side in a brush pile. Raymond Ouelette, street and sanitation superintendent, stated neither he nor his crew had been burning.

The 911 report, the fire was cleared at 2:40 p.m.

by Selmer Fire Department.

The case remains open and under investigation.

Tennessee ranks worst in nation for COVID-19 spread A White House report now ranks Tennessee the worst in the country for COVID-19 spread.

The state has the highest level of spread on the chart, more than 750 new cases per 100-thousand people in one week.

Northeast Tennessee is surpassed only

by West Tennessee as

a hotspot for the most deaths.

The report shows Tennessee has the 10th lowest vaccine rate and the ninth highest hospitalization rate.

State data shows just 6 percent of ICU beds available.

The report noted that Gov. Bill Lee has no plans to change course on his executive or-

der allowing parents to opt-out of school mask mandates. That is despite calls from health experts, multiple lawsuits, and a federal investigation into whether the rights of immunocompromised kids were violated.

The Tennessee Department of Health reported 15,411 new CO-

VID-19 cases from Sept.

10 alone, making it the worst day the state has seen in new cases since the beginning of the pandemic.

As COVID-19 hospitalizations show a slight downturn, pediatric cases are rising. The state reported 3,592 new COVID-19 cases among children (ages 0-18),

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Eco Art Creative Metal Recycling

Janet Rail Publisher

What is junk to one can be art to another.

Making art out of the ordinary is what Tim Pace of Finger found a passion for and is making a living doing Eco Art. “I haven’t worked for many years. I get to make art for a living and it brings me great joy.

Every day is an adventure. I fell into this without a degree, plan or knowledge. If you have a passion for something and can figure out how to make a living at it, go for it. It took me five years to bring an income that would support my passion. I am lucky and have a wife with a job that allowed me to work on my craft and that was a blessing.

Now I can’t imagine doing anything else,” said Pace.

You likely pass by one of Pace’s commissioned pieces in downtown Selmer at Rockabilly Park. There is a large tornado shaped sculpture featuring a WHBQ microphone, guitar, piano, musical notes and a Highway 45 sign all attached to the whirling metal tornado host.

It was a funny turn of events that brought

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Metal flowers made with horseshoes are a favoite.

Pace to designing art.

After moving from Los Angeles, California in 1990 to Finger, Tennessee, he carved out a life working at Connector Castings. While at work and fiddling around with a welder, Pace started using pieces of metal and making little pieces of art he saw in his head. “A few of the employees said, hey, I would like to have that piece,” said Pace.

“That got me to thinking, well maybe I am on to something and I started working with metal at home and creating art on the side which ultimately led me to quitting my job and doing art full time in 1997.” Cast-off, discarded and scrapped metals find new life through his imagination. Each item created is unique, decorative and functional for the garden, home or office. Recently, with the popularity of sci-fi, new items like robots, space ships complete with spacemen are part of the collection.

If you can imagine it, he can create it. “I have customers now calling me and asking to create specific things for their home or garden on a regular basis. Most give me creative authority for the most part, but I enjoy designing new things with what others may consider metal waste. I recycle and that is something I am proud of,” said Pace.

In his workroom, he houses by category all kinds of metal and often draws out something on a dry erase board and just starts working with his metal, a welder and a creation in his mind that becomes something magical. Ordinary items like license plates, screws, horseshoes, railroad ties, pipes, sheet metal, screws, shovels, small motors, golf clubs, hub caps and you name it are among the lot of materials.

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Artist Tim Pace welds a metal rooster for a customer in his studio.

Within seconds in the shop, examples of possible pieces of art were piled in pieces in front of the wire feed welder.

“All day long it is an adventure. If I need room I just start moving things and create things.” Working in the medium of found art metal sculpture, Pace creates unique structures by welding recycled pieces together.

Materials are plentiful when you consider the vast array of resources one has when working with metal. In a rural county where car, bicycle, farm implement parts are easy to acquire, there is just no limit to the creative process.

The shape and look of materials often lend themselves to the creation of certain items. A hubcap became a perfect vessel for a spaceship. “One of my clients works in aerospace in Huntsville, Alabama where we did a show and he has one of my spaceships on his desk.

He told me that everyone that enters his office wants to play with the spaceship and astronauts.”

One of his most unusual request came from a physician who

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Pace designed a commissioned sculpture for AiM.

brought a bag full of medical instruments he wanted put into a sculpture for his office. “I told him, I don’t want to know what they were used for...he allowed me to come up with a sculpture and it was a bird that was a significant height and he showcased in his office.” It was a unique piece and one Pace said he will never forget but it made a customer

happy. Many customers bring items that once belonged to a loved one and have a unique piece made as a memento.

One goal is to maintain the integrity of the metal so it is recognized. Art first found its place in the garden with metal flowers, mushrooms, butterflies,

roosters, birds and the like until Pace discovered that his art often landed on mantels, in offices and homes.

Eco art expanded into business card holders, candle holders, wine and bottle racks, display art for a desk and much more. If it can be imagined, it can be made with metal.

Pace has commissioned art on display at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis; Rockabilly Park in Selmer; Jackson-Madison Public Library in Jackson; The Children’s Museum of the Shoals in Florence, Alabama; and in the Children’s Learning Center, “My Big Backyard,” at the Memphis Botanic Gardens in Memphis.

Eco art is available at his home 82 Sherry Lynn Drive, Finger or his website www.ecoartbytim.com.

Pace will have a booth at the 49th Annual Pink Palace Museum’s Craft Sale in Memphis Audubon Park on September 2426 or at the 43rd Annual Fall Tennessee Craft Fair in Centennial Park on October 8.

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Barn Fire

From pAge 1 ing about twenty feet from the barn and we try to assure the south wall stood to prevent any other buildings to kindle as well. It is a tremendous loss,” said Russell. Harrison reported that a tractor, baler, feed grinder, hay and a horse were in the barn.

“Unfortunately the horse was lost,” said Harrison.

Pickwick Electric was

notified and cut power to the barn. The Stantonville Fire Department cleared the scene at 1:24 a.m. Sept. 15.

“The fire department did a good job of containing the fire and maintaining that wall,” said Harrison.

Russell reported that the fire was of a suspicious origin and requested the county’s arson investigator. “You are looking at something built up over a number of years. The

loss of equipment, the horse and a quantity of hay is a lot of money in and of itself,” said Russell.

Harrison anticipates the investigators to determine a cause in a few days following their investigation. “TBI was on the property on Tuesday, September 14. I will share their findings upon receipt of their report,” said Harrison.

9/11 Ceremony

From pAge 1 and the National Anthem.

Selmer Police Chief Kim Holley started the program recollecting the events of September 11, 2001when hijacked American Airlines flight 11 and United Airlines flight 175 were intentionally crashed into the north and south towers twenty years ago. Sheriff Guy Buck followed with acknowledging the 184 who perished at the

Independent AppeAl v Page 3 Pentagon from hijacked American Airlines flight 77 and the 40 who also perished near Shanksville, Pennsylvania aboard United Airlines flight 93. Victims ranged in age from two to 85 years.

Selmer Fire Chief Anthony Carr, spoke and shared the great sacrifice made and may we never forget their sacrifice. “Let’s honor those we lost and reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11.” said Carr.

County Fire Chief Steve Stoll rang the bell 20 times for each year following the tragic day on the Old No. 1 Fire Truck followed by a closing prayer led by County Mayor Larry Smith.

Residents and emergency personnel attending felt a call to unity during the remembrance and how the country came together some twenty years ago during the tragic events of 9/11.

Fast Pace Health nurse Practitioner’s Heroic Flooding efforts Hope Dretzka, Family Nurse Practitioner at the Face Pace Health clinic in Waverly, Tennessee, began seeing patients at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21. Little did she know that she would be involved in a community rescue effort just hours later after flash flooding hit middle Tennessee.

However, shortly after seeing her first few patients, the clinic’s phone alerted for a flash flooding warning, telling nearby residents to immediately evacuate.

By 9:30, a patient ran into the clinic’s lobby and relayed the message: the floodwaters were trapping people in their homes. At that point, water was up to the clinic door, and people were screaming.

Rescue Effort Hope told her staff to go home before a local bridge was flooded, as her husband, Matthew, called her to come home to safety.

However, neither Hope nor the staff went home. Instead, they opted to stay in the clinic to help others.

“I hung up the phone and ran in the water,” she said.

When Hope got to the water level, she started pulling people out of the rising current. It was then Hope remembered a boat at a house behind the clinic.

She ran to the boat and attempted to start that boat. It wouldn’t

start. It was only later that she learned no one had started the boat in over a year.

So, Hope quickly jumped to the next plan. She heard a boat approaching, grabbed a life jacket, yelled, “I know CPR,” and jumped into the boat driven by a community member and avid duck hunter, Jeff Burkhead. Another community member Ricco Ralston, a local middle school teacher, later joined the crew.

Hope knew many of her patients lived in the government housing behind the clinic. From their boat, she could see almost a dozen young children screaming as the floodwater rose.

“It was scary, scary,” she said. “I knew all their faces.”

The crew immediately headed for the housing development to rescue the children.

They broke through windows to reach families trapped inside and grabbed children from trees. The crew ended up covered in cuts from broken glass and poison ivy rashes.

What may be even more remarkable is that Hope cannot swim.

“I was not concerned I can’t swim,” she said as she looks back. “I wasn’t concerned about the $600 I had just spent on a new tattoo that is now infected. I wasn’t thinking about my kid [Ray, 8] at home. I just knew I

had to do things.”

In the meantime, Hope’s staff was busy inside the clinic. The team made calls for more boats. They helped people off the rescue boats, assessed their needs, reconnected them with family members, and stayed at the clinic to provide care if trauma patients arrived at the door.

It wasn’t until about 1 p.m. that she stopped rescuing people. In all, Hope was part of helping to save approximately 30 people from the rising waters.

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Hope has a background in psych nursing, partially because of her resilience and coping mechanisms used during her upbringing in a small rural area in Tennessee.

However, she discovered that she really “loved the idea of urgent care.”

Her psych background has helped her cope with this acute trauma stemming from the flood.

She knows she is not alone in this and acknowledges that those who work and live in the area surrounding this Face Pace Health clinic went through this together as a community.

“It makes me love this community even more,” she said.

But Hope and her staff didn’t stop working after the floodwaters receded. Hope helped coordinate water, clothes, and toys donations. She also closed the clinic doors an hour early to attend a candlelight vigil for the lost community members, two of whom she knew well. She even took the time to make a photo collage to honor these community members.

After the clinic reopened after the flood, Hope and her staff returned to outpouring of gratitude, mainly with food, from the community of small businesses, patients and residents.

“It’s been very healing,” she said. “To my patients and community here, I went through it with you, and I’m still here to care for you.”

“To all those who see big flashy money

for nursing, you may be put in this position,” she said. “It’s not about money. It’s about how much do you love your patients. So, know that before you go in the doors.”

Hope’s community now has seen firsthand how deep her love and care, outside the clinic walls, is for them. It’s a care that happens without a second thought.

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Students have a chance to STAY Janet Rail Publisher

Thirteen local students are the first to enter into the STAY program.

Students from McNairy Central High School and Adamsville High School have the opportunity to participate in the program.

A program that has been in the works for a number of years now has a beginning.

Thanks to the generosity of Monogram Refrigeration, LLC, a division of GE Appliances, the program can now bridge employers with students with internships right in McNairy County.

The STAY program was the brainchild of McNairy Central Career and Technical Education Director Ronnie Teague who retired.

Career development activities like the STAY internships is becoming very instrumental with high school students seeking a better college or to find future employment.

Skills gained in this program will enable the students to gain a competitive advantage and companies across the country are finding that it is a win win for them.

Monogram recently announced adding a 5th line into the Selmer plants. This came with a $5 million investment bringing 33 additional jobs into McNairy County. The new jobs

come with the addition of a new product, vertical air conditioning units called Zoneline typically used in hotels and apartment complexes.

Monogram is the largest industrial employer in the county at 465 jobs and has been a valued corporate partner in the county for nearly 40 years.

Monogram announced an investment in the community with a partnership with McNairy County Schools as they announced the launch of the Skills Training Alliance for Youth (STAY) initiative during their recent expansion press conference.

GE announced their commitment to invest $10,000 to cover certification fees and other expenses of the students for the next four years and plans to hire ten students per years themselves into the program.

Three other industries – Caterpillar, Inc., Design Team Sign Company, LLC, and Henderson Stamping, Inc. have joined Monogram in the program and will also work with students.

Company representatives were on hand last Wednesday to sign the first 13 students into the program.

This program will offer high school seniors seeking careers in advanced manufacturing half-day work schedules while they

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Chris McIntosh signs contract into the STAY program.

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complete requirements for their high school diplomas.

The new career and technical education director, Shane Shults, was excited to reintroduce this program to students and industry partners where students can gain the necessary career skills, understand different workplace environments and prepare them for a career in manufacturing.

Students are paid by the companies for their hours and are mentored and trained at the sites.

“We plan to push to add additional students into the program the end of October for a January entry. It is not too late for students

to get involved in the STAY program,” said Shultz.

Monogram employee Chrissy Rhea was on hand to sign on five students into the program.

Henderson Stamping representatives Stephanie Ray and Clay Garner signed on three students last week.

Design Team also signed three students to work while employee Linda Beaulieu looked on.

Caterpillar signed two students for their STAY program while employee Gayran Quinn shared company goodies with the CAT logo.

Shults plans on adding more students to the program soon.

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Jarquavius Amos signs his contract with Monogram.

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Circus comes to town Updated SNAP Janet Rail Publisher

The Carson & Barnes Circus will bring the circus to town Saturday.

Circus Funtastic is scheduled to hold a circus twice on Saturday, Sept. 18 at the Selmer Community Center, 230 N. 5th Street, Selmer.

Children of all ages can be amazed by the talented performers, dazzled by tightrope walkers high in the air, left in awe by the fearless daredevils and laugh along with the performing clowns.

There are no large animals in this show.

Featured acts are acrobats, speed juggling, tightrope walkers, and

clowns.

The act is part of four generations of the Carson & Barnes Circus family who toured with American Big Top Circuses.

Owners Barbara and Geary Byrd and their daughters Kristin Byrd Parra and Traci Byrd Cavallini, together manage circus operations with a legacy of family ownership.

They bring circus acts to small town America and search for the best acts from around the globe, according to their website.

Over 30,000 performances have been presented to audiences numbering in the mil-

lions. For each adult ticket purchased, one child under 12 can enter for free. Saturday’s shows are at 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www. circusfuntastic.com or tickets are sold at the door.

Benefits Effective October 1

For the first time in several decades, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is revising a guideline called the Thrifty Food Plan, which helps determine Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits nationwide. The change goes into effect October 1, but University of Tennessee Extension wants to advise families to begin evaluating household food

Ag Tech Start-ups remain a promise for Tenn. Agriculture Jai Templeton Contributor

AgLaunch recently held its annual field day at Growing Acres Farm owned by the Forsbach family. Perched on the banks of the Tennessee River the bottomland hosted industry leaders as well as ag technology start-up companies.

Pete Nelson, President and Executive Director said, “ This is a continuing step to bring producer equity to agricultural companies.

We need companies to now locate and build in our area.”

AgLaunch has served as a resource and clearing house for ag tech start-ups for the past few years. Initially funded by USDA and the TN Dept. of Agriculture the program connects potential investors, farmers and companies in

hopes of bringing economic opportunities to rural areas. The program has gained national prominence as a leader in getting farmers in the early stages of development for potential new products.

Producers with McNairy County ties that have participated in field production trials

are Rose Creek Farms and Mid-South Family Farms. Faced with the prospect of producing food and fiber for a growing world population ag technology continues to gain attention at the global level. Currently, the world population sits at almost 7.9 billion people.

That number is expected to increase to 9.7 billion by 2050. Farmers are going to be required to produce more food, fuel and fiber with fewer resources such as land and water to meet the needs of the population.

Products exhibited at the field day represented technologies that fo-

cused on real time data for farmers relative to nutrient needs, farm safety products and robotics that reduce the need for inputs such as chemicals and fertilizers.

As the AgLaunch program continues to build it is hoped that farmers will be able to buy into production of technologies at an early level.

This will give local farmers and rural communities equity positions in the new technologies.

Rural communities may be positioned to realize economic development as manufacturing of farm based technologies are kept local.

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The goal of the updated guidelines is to allow SNAP recipients to benefit from nutrientdense foods and certain perishable commodities that have become more popular since the Thrifty Food Plan was last updated. Federal dietary guidelines will now be more easily attainable for SNAP recipients and their families.

These changes in SNAP benefits will positively impact the resources available for some families for obtaining healthy food options. Outside of housing and transportation, a family’s food budget represents one of the largest expenditures for the household. With a projected increase in SNAP benefits, now is a good time for families to build a food budget or reassess their current food budget. A food budget should include all sources of support a family can use to buy food. This includes SNAP, WIC and any other forms of assistance, like food pantries, community gardens or other sources. This amount is combined with money the family has allocated as part of their larger household budget to purchase food. Together, all of these comprise the family’s food budget.

One of the goals of

the updated Thrifty Food Plan is to help families access more nutrient-dense foods, and with greater benefits some families may be able to include new, healthy items in their grocery list. The increase in SNAP benefits could provide the resources necessary to make healthy changes, like trying a new vegetable or enjoying a different fruit. Committing to making even small changes in purchasing behaviors can help families expand the number and type of healthy food options available at home with this update.

With these additional benefits, families will receive the vital help they need to make positive food choices necessary to achieve a healthy diet.

For more resources on money management and healthy eating visit fcs.tennessee. edu or contact McNairy County Extension at 731-645-3598. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and McNairy County governments are cooperating to bring the people of the county various programs and services. UT Extension provides equal opportunities in all programs and employment.

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Thomas Dubley Duncan: a Story almost Forgotten, Part II John Talbott Contributor

Thomas Dudley Duncan’s career as a soldier took off in a hurry.

After leaving Corinth, his first engagement was also Nathan Bedford Forrest’s first engagement as a commander as well, the battle at Sacramento, Kentucky.

From there, young Duncan experienced the hellish engagements at Forts Henry and Donelson. Looking back on the deadly action at Forts Henry and Donelson, Duncan, then an old man, spoke eloquently about the war in general: “I was a mere boy engaged in a struggle wherein men were seeking to destroy each other, and yet I dare say that the common soldiers of those two million hosts had no real and clear conception of the cause of their deadly antagonism…..May the politician and the agitator ponder well this terrible fact and beware of the keen word that may open the veins of a nation!”

Following the defeat at Henry and Donelson, Duncan was again heading toward Corinth and home. Still, Duncan didn’t get to enjoy the firesides of home. He was sent over to Eastport on the Tennessee River. While stationed at Eastport, he learned a haunting story about two young and ill-fated

lovers. The story was told late and in the dark and its telling disturbed the sleep a nearby screech owl. According to Duncan, “….with one shrill whistle he (the screech owl) had hustled us from our post of duty more hastily than could

Thomas D. Duncan

have been done by all the ‘Yankee’ gunboats on the river.”

In April, 1862, Duncan found himself further north again, in Tennessee, and at a little place called Shiloh. His reminiscences about the battle at Shiloh are perhaps his most through in his memoir and those very recollections serve to tell the story of the battle even today almost 160 years later. Despite

his earlier experiences to date, Duncan had never seen another soldier killed up close until Shiloh. However, at Shiloh he saw death everywhere. His observations about death among the enlisted man was best captured when he wrote

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so many years later: “Seeing this boy killed impressed me anew with the horrors of war. I thought of his mother, probably praying for him in her distant home, and yet within a few hours his body would be cast into an isolated and unmarked grave.”

Writing about the battle at Shiloh, only a short distance from the McNairy County

line, Duncan wrote poignantly, eloquently about the landscape which both witnessed and was so scarred by battle between Americans. One example of Duncan’s prose is as follows: “Soon after we had left the hill where the enemy had fired on us we met the Confederate line of battle going into action. This was the grandest, most solemn and tragic scene I had ever witnessed. The sun was just coming up over the hilltop, its bright rays touching the halfgreen forest with a golden beauty that could not but charm the eye and thrill the heart even in the presence of death.

It was one of those rare mornings that, in a deep woods, casts a charm of mingled silence and wild music. In this sunlit antechamber of carnage there were bird songs and the tongueless voices of whispering waters—timid, blended melodies of uncounted centuries that here had sounded their glad chorus to all the mornings of the springtime since trees first grew and rains first fell, since mosses first floored the virgin valets and primal grasses climbed the fresh slopes of the new-born hills.”

The quality of Duncan’s writing stands a century later and makes him a fitting storyteller of the battle from his perspective in the interpretive film, Shiloh: Fi-

Attic Archaeology Shawn Pitts Contributor

I was grateful that the Independent Appeal ran a Discover McNairy column on the Tennessee music box a few weeks ago. It is a fascinating history and the article covered the details of how ten of those instruments were rediscovered and came to be in the possession of Arts in McNairy, so I won’t rehash those points. But people often wonder why a local arts agency would expend so much time and effort rounding up crudely made instruments that resemble packing crates more than their glamorous sisters, the mountain dulcimer. It’s a good question.

I sometimes call it attic archaeology since most of the known Tennessee music boxes have been discovered in sweltering attics, dank basements and dusty haylofts. Many more never survived such harsh conditions and others were thrown out with the trash because people didn’t know, or care, what they were. That makes the urgent pursuit and recovery of these scarce folk instruments a lot like archaeology, only with digging through castoff junk in old attics instead of digging in the earth for lost civilizations. In the end, the goal is much the same: to learn what the artifacts can teach us about the people who made and used them.

In the case of the Ten-

nessee music box, we are talking about the rural people who inhabited southwest and south middle Tennessee from Reconstruction until about World War II. The fine details of the construction reveal much about the ingenuity of our forbearers.

The rare music boxes— a form of box dulcimer—were never commercially produced.

Each instrument was lovingly constructed by

cluded recessed mother of pearl buttons, hand painted finishes, and sometimes carving on the top or along the fretboard. Creative configuration of the tone holes also contribute to the unique aesthetic character of each instrument. One music box has the faint remains of a checkerboard painted on the back. It was apparently flipped over on occasion to do double duty as a game table.

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The Ocie Burns instrument is the oldest (1870s or 80s), and one of the most historically significant, Tennessee music boxes in Arts in McNairy’s Ellis Truett Junior Collection.

a craftsman from materials on hand. The bodies and fretboards are typically made of rough poplar planks.

Snuff cans, tobacco tins, hinge pins, fences stables and other readily available items were often used to form the metal bridges, nuts and frets. The four tuning pegs were commonly made of eye screws.

Ornamentation in-

Close examination of the wear patterns on the music boxes show that they were played in a variety of ways.

Some instruments have the residue of rosin on the fretboard; evidence that they were bowed like a fiddle. Turkey feathers, homemade picks and noters discovered with the instruments or sometimes in their hollow bodies

show that others were strummed. It is known that some players used a pocket knife, bottleneck or short piece of copper pipe to produce a slide effect similar to a dobro or blues and Hawaiian guitar styles.

No one learned any of these techniques at conservatory or from a professional instruction manual; the remarkable variety of voices given to these versatile folk instruments were developed and passed along in community and family groups. Several have a direct connection to McNairy County, which was ground zero for Tennessee music box making.

That they exist at all may be the most amazing thing about Tennessee music boxes. I don’t just mean that individuals like Ellis Truett Jr. and organizations like Arts in McNairy have shown an interest in their preservation.

That’s a significant part of their story, but the mysterious, do-it-yourself origins of these instruments in the communities of the lower Tennessee River Valley speak to the universal human desire to create music. When there were no nearby music stores or family finances put expensive musical instruments beyond their reach, the rural people of our region turned to their own imaginations to develop their own kind of music. Arts in McNairy’s traditional arts committee believes that is an accomplishment worth remembering and celebrating.

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Today, you can walk the battlefield of Shiloh and see and experience the landscape and atmosphere that made such a beautiful and quiet spot of earth such a center of human carnage. Even Duncan himself recognized the significance of history and its ever-present significance when he wrote in 1922 the following: “But, considering all things, history must march these two armies of blue and gray down the years, bannered with a fadeless glory; and the great National Park which the government

has established on their battlefield is a beautiful and impartial testimonial which will speak to the centuries.”

Today, when you visit the Shiloh National Military Park, you can also visit the park bookstore and carry Duncan’s memoir home with you.

Duncan’s Recollections of Thomas D. Duncan: A Confederate Soldier is available there in both hardback and softcover.

It can also be purchased via online bookstores for Amazon, Books-A-Million, Barnes and Noble and Wal-Mart, among others.

HMC announces new CEO

September 13, 2021 – The Board of Commissioners of Hardin Medical Center (HMC) announces Jim Edmondson, FACHE, MSHHA, CPPS, as the new Chief Executive Officer of Hardin Medical Center. According to Board Chairman Jeff Woodside, MD, “Edmondson was offered the top leadership role based on his 36 years of successful leadership in the healthcare industry, including financial acumen, strategic planning, interpersonal skills, and his ability to build strong, effective teams.”

Edmondson’s most recent CEO experience is with Southern TN Regional Health System in Pulaski, a Joint Commission-accredited, 95-bed facility providing an array of clinical services with an Active Medical Staff of 20 providers.

Southern TN Regional Health is part of LifePoint Health, an 87-hospital, investor-owned system operating in 30 states.

Edmondson’s outstanding credentials include a Master of Science in Hospital and Health Administration (MSHHA) from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (Class 17).

He received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Oklahoma State University with an emphasis in Organizational Behavior. He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) and has a Yellow Belt in Lean and Lean Leadership. Most recently, Edmondson earned his certification as a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS). He was also recognized in 2018 as LifePoint Health’s CEO of the Year based on overall excellence in performance across quality, safety, talent, and growth.

As a leader, Edmondson is a tremendous advocate for his employees and is drawn to the tie between culture and quality/safety. He has extensive strategic and operational oversight of hospital operations, physician clinics, Medical Staff recruitment, service-line growth, and quality and safety.

Edmondson coordinated the financial turn-

CEO Jim Edmondson

around of two hospitals in Alabama, epitomized as the most financially challenging state to manage hospitals. He demonstrated resultsdriven culture of safety and employee engagement, having received Modern Healthcare’s 100 Best Places to Work award for seven years in two different facilities.

His hospital achieved the Health Grades Excellence Award in 2017, 2018 & 2019 for hospitals in the 90th percentile for public reported quality and safety indicators.

Current Healthcare Consultant for HMC and former HMC CEO Charlotte Burns said, “I have known Jim for over 20 years through my time as CEO at HMC and through my work at HCA. I admire his healthcare leadership experience, proven results, and the way he engages his employees.

I know he will arrive at HMC ready to be part of this great team and positively lead the facility into the future.

HMC will always hold my heart, and I look forward to seeing all the great things a CEO like Jim Edmondson can bring to Hardin Medical Center.”

Edmondson will complete a 30-day notice at his current workplace. His first day at HMC will be October 18.

Hardin Medical Center is a not-for-profit healthcare provider with the primary mission of offering safe, quality, comprehensive healthcare services to the community, always striving for excellence and rendering service with dignity and compassion.

To learn more about HMC, visit www.HardinMedicalCenter.org or call 731-926-8000.

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Senator Walley praises award of Highway Safety Grants in McNairy County State Senator Page Walley (R-Bolivar) today praised the award of four grants designed to promote public safety on McNairy County roads totaling $57,500.

McNairy County will also benefit from a $267,600 grant awarded to the 25th District Tennessee District Attorney General’s office for DUI prosecution. The 25th district includes McNairy, Fayette, Hardeman, Lauderdale and Tipton Counties.

“Road safety is an area of great concern for McNairy Countians,” said Sen. Walley. “These grants will be put to good use in keeping our roads safer and help us reduce fatalities.

I’m especially pleased that these grants can be used to aid in our efforts to rid our streets of drunk driving.”

The Adamsville Police Department, McNairy

County Sheriff’s Department and the Selmer Police Department will receive $15,000 each for alcohol impaired driving enforcement. In addition, the Selmer Fire Department will receive $12,500 for emergency medical services.

The funds will be disbursed by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO). The grants are provided to agencies that successfully applied for funding who meet the required datadriven criteria and highway safety standard.

Grant applications must be in line with THSO’s mission to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities.

“I appreciate the hard work that our local officials have done to receive these funds and will continue to support their efforts to keep our roads safe,” Walley concluded.

Hagerty concludes first-annual Statewide Economic Development Tour United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) today concluded his first-annual statewide Economic Development Tour in his boyhood hometown of Gallatin, participating in a ribbon cutting for an expansion of the Gap Inc. distribution center, which will generate hundreds of full and part-time jobs for the area.

“I have spent much of the last month traveling the Volunteer State—the best state in the Nation to live, work, and raise a family—speaking directly with business owners, community leaders, workers, and law enforcement,” Senator Hagerty said. “What I’ve heard is that Washington needs to get out of the way and stop these radical tax-and-spending sprees that are resulting in rising inflation and a disincentive to work.

Every conversation I

had with Tennesseans this month will help me fight the radical policies coming from Democrats and hold the Biden Administration accountable.”

Since August 16, Hagerty has made stops in the following counties: Sumner, Wilson, Montgomery, Greene, Sullivan, Knox, Humphreys, Coffee, Franklin, Moore, Lincoln, Lawrence, Giles, Rutherford, Hardin, McNairy, Hardeman, Shelby, and Hamilton.

Hagerty, a member of the Senate Appropriations and Banking Committees and former state Commissioner of Economic and Community Development, announced in August that he would embark on his first Economic Development tour across the state and that it would become an annual event, taking place each August when the Senate is in recess

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Dare to Live Without Limits: Who Do You Spend Time with and Who Do You Listen To? Bryan Golden Contributor

The people you choose to associate with have a big impact on you. Positive people boost your attitude and enthusiasm, while negative ones drag you down.

Spending time with the positive people leaves you upbeat, while the negative people leave you drained.

You decide who you spend your time with.

Be selective. Look for people who share your enthusiasm and attitude.

Associate with those who are upbeat, pleasant, and motivated.

Far too often people socialize with those who leave them angry, depressed, drained, or unhappy. Why do this? You only have so much time in each day. You are better served connecting with people who contribute to your wellbeing.

Attitudes are contagious. Do you want to feel invigorated or depleted after spending time with others?

Seek to spend time with people whose attitudes are worth catching. You

want situations where each participant has something positive to contribute.

There are several warning signs that someone is likely to sap your energy. Complainers incessantly obsess about problems. They focus on problems while having no interest in solutions. They’re “experts” on what’s wrong, along with endless dire predictions.

Gossips love to spread dirt on others.

They are constantly on the lookout for embarrassing and damaging details about people.

Gossips also spread rumors, speculation, or stuff they make up. Anything you say to them will be spread around.

Condescending people continually strive to show how and why they are better than everyone else. Everything revolves around them.

They have no interest in what’s happening to others unless they can use it to show how they are superior.

Self-absorbed people make everything about them. They hijack conversations and are not interested in what others have to say. Even

when you are speaking with someone else, they will insert themselves into the conversation.

These are just a few examples of the types of people who drain your energy and enthusiasm while contaminating your attitude. The best way of avoiding the deleterious impacts of these people is through avoidance.

Have high standards for yourself and others.

Prune from your social circle people you can’t count on, are energy drains, are negative or toxic, don’t reciprocate, or take without giving back. Being selective with who you associate with isn’t rude. It is protecting yourself.

Always be polite and courteous when declining an invitation to a gathering you don’t want to attend. Be sure to thank the person for being invited. Tell them you appreciate being thought of but can’t make it due to a previous commitment.

Seek out people who share your outlook on life.

Spending time with them is enjoyable.

You’ll contribute to their well-being also. When

you leave, you’ll feel recharged. If you can’t immediately find these people, you’re better off alone than with those who will drain you.

Although everyone has an opinion as to how you should be living your life, there are only certain people you should listen to. If you are looking for advice, turn to someone who has more experience than you and is already where you want to be.

Seek out people you want to emulate and then learn from them.

Even though people close to you may be well intentioned, unless they have accomplished what you want to accomplish, they can’t advise you on how to reach your goals.

Unfortunately, there is sometimes a tendency for jealousy when you are making headway towards your objective.

Ignore the naysayers and critics.

Surround yourself with other motivated, positive, and enthusiastic people. You want to be part of a group where everyone benefits. Listen to those who have the experience and expertise to guide you along your desired path.

Tragedy Breeds Unity in the Volunteer State Overnight on August 21, an entire community was washed away in the deadliest flooding event in Middle Tennessee history. We lost 22 neighbors, parents, friends, and precious little ones. Over the course of the next few days, I spoke with families faced with the impossible task of rebuilding their lives from scratch. I met with one family in Humphreys county whose house was totally destroyed.

Despite knowing they had lost everything, this family’s approach to life was readily apparent.

The decor in their living room included the artfully written phrase, “thankful and blessed.”

Through all of this, they were counting their blessings, grateful to be alive.

While the flood-

ing caused irreversible damage, it also commanded a united response from across the Volunteer State. Tennesseans didn’t wait to be asked — they were the first to act. Local law enforcement and first responders were immediately joined by residents from neighboring communities who drove cars full of food, water, and weather gear to Humphreys county.

On the ground, I worked with Governor Bill Lee and Senator Bill Hagerty to sort through the immediate needs of the community and talked with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to secure a disaster declaration.

I also had the privilege of working alongside over 80 members of our Tennessee National

Guard who assisted with traffic control, supply distribution, and cleanup efforts. For these servicemembers, their response to the flood was deeply personal. Major Kevin Carroll, officer in charge of Task Force Engineer, explained their swift support, “These are our neighbors and this could’ve happened in our own communities, so that’s why we’re out here doing all we can to help.”

Their support was invaluable and underscored the importance of supplying the Guard with enough resources to remain “Always Ready, Always There.”

In Washington, I am leading my colleagues in supporting the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

In short, this legislation will improve the Guard’s

ability to respond to the next crisis through additional training opportunities, support capabilities, and resources to help support their families.

Tennessee families are facing immeasurable loss. Still, we remain “thankful and blessed” for the men and women of our Tennessee National Guard. Just like the local leaders, first responders, and volunteers, the Guard served our neighbors without hesitation. It is critical that our Guard has adequate resources to support recovery across the state. My work in the United States Senate will ensure that whenever our communities are in need, the Guard can respond.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to members of our community who are serving in the armed forces: • PFC Casey William Akin • Spc. Allen Alexander • AA Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy • Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett • Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew L. Barkley, US Navy • Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC • Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC • Petty Officer 3rd Class Katie Lynn Bizzell, US Navy • Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army • Staff Sgt. Adam Court, USAF • Sgt. James P. Crain • Tony Crouse, U.S. Army • Senior Airman Aaron J. Cull U.S. Airforce • Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • Capt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC • Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force • Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Force • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison • Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC • PV2 Jana Estes

• Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson • PV2 Ashley Freeman, US Army • A1C Ian James Furman, Mountain View, Idaho • PV2 Skyler Gammill, US Army • Pvt. Adam Gray, US Army • Daniel Gray, USMC Lance Corporal • Sgt. Rob Gray, US Army • A1C Stephanie Lynn Griffin, USAF • Captain Dustin Hamm, USMC • PFC Isaac Harville • Staff Sgt. James Taylor Haubrich, US Air Force • Col. (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • Spc. Matthew Hemby, Army • Sgt. Brian W. Hendrix • Sgt. Timothy Hixon • Staff Sergeant Brian Lee Hood • Pvt. Alex Johnson, US Army • Sgt. Ricky L. Jordan, USMC • Petty Officer 1st Class Arnold Jermaine Knight • Army Officer Major James Lax • Sgt. Joseph Lilly • Sgt. Michael C. Lipford -Army Service Member • Spc. Ritchie A. McCrary • Spc. Dustin McDonald • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF • Joshua Lane Meek, Army • AO3 Kevin Dewayne Mettlin, Navy • Cpl. Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • SSgt. Patrick Michael Moore, Nat. Guard

• A1C Kassidy N. Mosier Deneen, USAF • A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF • Cpl. Dallas Nelms, USMC • Sgt. Major Paula Norris • Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC • Spc. Joseph Payne, US Army Nat. Guard • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • Spc. William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. Guard • Spc. Robert H. Pittman, II • Sgt. David Poole, National Guard • Cpl. James Scott Powell • Cpl. John M. Powell • Airman Cameron B. Prater, Air Force • Ernest Purez, Air Force • Pvt. Samuel Bradford Ray, Army • E4 Sophia Reinke • Sgt. Charlie Rickman, US Army • John Robinson US Navy • Staff Sgt. Ryan Robinson Air Force • Angel Rodriguez, Petty Officer US Navy • Spc. Blake Rudd • Specialist Robert Rzasa • Sabion Sanders, USAF A1C • Veronica Sebree, Navy Chief Officer • Alan Seigers, Army • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy • Spc. Hector Soto, Jr., Army • LT Kevin Shelton, Navy • Cpl. Jeremy Tyler Sisk

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Lois Clement Ross

James Robinson

April 10, 1962 September 11, 2021

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rs. Lois Clement Ross was born April 10, 1926, in Cerro Gordo, Tenn. the daughter of the late Claude and Ina Lawson Clement.

On October 13, 1945, she was united in marriage to Paul J. Ross, her beloved husband preceded her in death on September 8, 2010.

Mrs. Ross had worked at Bobby Brooks in Helen, Arkansas and at Garan Inc in Adamsville, Tenn. She loved to cook for her family, garden and grow flowers.

After retiring, she spent a lot of time attending to her flowers and crocheting, but most of all taking care of her family. She created many crochet items for family and friends. She was a member of the Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church.

She departed this life on September 11, 2021, at her home in Adamsville, Tenn. at the age of 95 years, 5 months and 1 day. She is survived by four daughters, Sandra Weeks and husband Tommy of Adamsville, Tenn., Linda Beckham and husband Tommy of Ramer, Tenn., Donna Droke and husband Terry of Lyles, Tenn., Kaye Barham and husband Harold of Adamsville, Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Cindy Williams Wolfe, Andy Keith Williams and wife Layla, Darin Beckham, Dana Beckham Higgins and husband Greg, Rhonda Droke Lucas and husband Mike, Randall Droke and wife Veronique, and Justin Barham; 13 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren; a sister, Claudine Green of Rison, Ark.; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

She is preceded in death by a sister, Anna Mae Clement Ross; a great grandson, Logan Droke.

Visitation will be Friday, September 17, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville with Graveside Services following at 12:30 p.m. at the Bethlehem Cemetery in Adamsville, Tenn.with Marcus Morrow officiating.

Donald Kerry Phillips

June 22, 1958 September 12, 2021

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onald Kerry Phillips was born June 22, 1958 in Savannah, Tenn. the son of the late Edgar Phillips Jr. and Katie Sue “MaKatie” Franks Phillips. He was united in marriage to Connie Jaggers on June 12, 1982.

Donald graduated from Hardin County High School. He was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church. He had worked for the City of Savannah, the City of Adamsville and Aqua Glass over the years. He loved spoiling his grandchildren, taking care of his dogs Audi and Shadow, fishing, golfing, and reading western books. He would be outside doing something all the time until he couldn’t anymore.

Mr. Phillips departed this life on September 12, 2021, in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 63 Years, 2 Months, 21 Days.

He is survived by his wife, Connie Phillips of Adamsville, Tenn.; two daughters, Crystal Wilkerson and husband Matt of Adamsville, Tenn., Chelsea Phillips of Robinsville, Miss.; four brothers: Terry Phillips and wife Shelia of Savannah, Tenn., Eddie Phillips of Savannah, Tenn., Shannon “Bo” Phillips and wife Paula of Michie, Tenn., Greg Phillips of Chattanooga, Tenn.; three grandsons: Hayden Conner, Bradley Conner, Bentley Wilkerson; several nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Phillips was preceded in death by a sister, Katrina Littrell.

No public services held. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer, Tenn.

SUNRISE: Change David Coy Contributor

We are creatures of habit. We become accustomed to living a certain way.

As a society we have studied the behavior of children and youth in detail.

When it comes to dealing with loss and grief we tend to think a one size fits all is the way to go and letting people regardless of their age learn by experience first and foremost.

Throughout our life we learn and unlearn certain habits, shift and learn or relearn modes of living.

One area a large segment of our populace struggles with is grief and loss.

Change in this area does not come easily.

Men tend to bury their feelings, and do not enjoy or see the need to discuss and share what is going on inside with someone else.

Yet, Scripture says we are to share with one another what is on our hearts and the burdens we are carrying (Romans 12:10; Galatians 6:2).

Loss forces us to change when we do not want to and often are unprepared. We may find ourselves resisting against the change

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Perry Danette Sanders Davis

October 9, 1943 September 11, 2021

April 5, 1968 September 3, 2021

ames Robinson was born October 9, 1943, in Memphis, Tenn., the son of the late Loyal Milton and Collis Letha Patterson Robinson.

He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Brenda Jernigan Robinson. He was previously united in marriage to Betty Marshall Robinson, who preceded him in death on February 4, 2004, following 36 years of marriage.

James graduated from Bethel Springs High School, where he served as basketball scorekeeper, and attended West Tennessee Business College in Jackson. He worked 33 years for Bellsouth, retiring as an Electronic Technician. James served his state and nation honorably as a member of the Tennessee Army National Guard and was called upon to help restore order in Memphis following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1968. Deer hunting, bream fishing, and riding motorcycles were among his favorite activities.

He loved vintage cars and talking with others on his CB radio; his CB handle was “Batman.” James also volunteered his time in support of the Bellsouth Phoney Town Clown Troupe, Camp Bluebird, and as a baseball umpire. He was a talented woodworker, crafting pens, keychains, shelves, chairs, and other pieces for family and friends. James loved his country and was very patriotic, flying the United States flag in his front yard and volunteering with the McNairy County Election Commission. He loved animals, especially his canine companion Coco, and would do whatever he could to help any animal in need. James was a former member of the Hardeman County Jaycees and a faithful member of the Fourth Street church of Christ in Selmer, where he formerly served as an Elder.

James departed this life on September 11, 2021, in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 77 Years, 11 Months, 2 Days. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Robinson of Selmer, Tenn.; two daughters, Nancy Kelley and husband Tommy of Collierville, Tenn. and Leigh Ann Hughes and husband Jerry of Franklin, Tenn.; a son, Jason Bearden of Biloxi, Miss.; four grandchildren: Jesse Kelley and wife Brittany, Austin James Kelley, Brandon Scott, and Carlie Scott; a great-grandchild, Aurora Viola Scott; two brothers, Gary Robinson and wife Carol and Ralph Robinson and wife Gaylia, all of Selmer, Tenn.; and many extended family and friends.

Services were held on September 14, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Brian Stephens officiating. Burial followed in the New Salem Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

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erry Danette Sanders Davis was born April 5, 1968, in Jackson, Tenn. the daughter of Carolyn Gann Sanders and the late Billy Joe Sanders.

Perry was a graduate of McNairy Central High School in Selmer and West Tennessee Business College in Jackson. She was employed as a custodian for McNairy County Schools, working for 16 years at Ramer Elementary before transferring to Michie Elementary.

She also worked at Stockdale’s in Selmer for approximately 5 years. Working in the yard, mowing, tending her flowers and the cows, spraying Roundup, and riding four wheelers were among Perry’s favorite activities. She loved being outdoors and getting her hands dirty, and was always there to lend a helping hand with any project. Perry was a member of the Selmer First Christian Church.

Perry departed this life on September 3, 2021, in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 53 Years, 4 Months, 29 Days. She is survived by two sons, John Thomas Davis and wife Kayla of Bethel Springs, Tenn. and Joshua Tyler Davis and wife Kaitlyn of Ramer, Tenn.; a grandchild, Luke Davis; her mother, Carolyn Gann Sanders of Pocahontas, Tenn.; a sister, Penny Gage and husband Greg of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a niece, Danielle Harben of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a nephew, Ethan Gage and wife Hailey of Henderson, Tenn.; three great-nephews: Ryker Harben, Reagan Harben, and Miles Gage; a dear friend, Randy Moore of Selmer, Tenn.; a soon-to-beborn granddaughter, Heidi Davis; and many extended family and friends.

In addition to her father, Perry was preceded in death by a sister, Pam (Sanders) Smith; paternal grandparents Joseph Howard (Bud) and Mary Elizabeth (Lula) Sanders; and maternal grandparents Carroll and Opal Gann.

Services were held on September 5, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Gregg Worthey and Darrell Moffett officiating. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

Deborah Ann Lott

November 16, 1968 September 5, 2021

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Chris Staton

April 10, 1960 September 7, 2021

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hris Staton was born April 10, 1960, in Memphis, Tenn. the son of the late Roscoe and Ruby Sasser Staton.

He was united in marriage to Meredith Watters on December 21, 2018.

Chris worked for 11 years for Cummins Diesel and retired from FedEx in 2020 after 24 years. He was an ASE certified master mechanic and enjoyed working on cars, trucks and diesels. When he wasn’t working for his actual job, he was the “neighborhood” mechanic.

With such a strong work ethic, Chris was trying to learn how to relax and slow down. His most recent relaxation project was the purchase of a log cabin homestead in Savannah and was in the last stages of moving it to Ramer.

He also enjoyed fishing, nature, and spending time with his animals.

Chris will be remembered as a man of strong faith who was devoted to his family and great sense of humor always filled a room with laughter.

Mr. Staton departed this life on September 7, 2021, in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 61 Years, 4 Months, 28 Days. He is survived by his wife, Meredith Staton of Ramer, Tenn.; two daughters, Charity Staton, Darby Roach and husband Andy; four sons, Zachery Staton, Spencer Staton and wife Samantha, Ethan and Tucker Staton; two sisters, Becky Staton of Charleston, N.C., Sirena Warldow and husband Gordon of Victoria, Miss.; a brother, Tim Staton and wife Cindy of Greeneville, Tenn.; stepson, Forest Webb and wife Nikistea; stepdaughter, Scarlett Ross and fiance Tommy Pouncey; two grandchildren, Alexandria and Isaiah; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family.

Services were held on September 11, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Tim Staton officiating.

needed or fearful of it because knowing exactly how to move forward is unknown to us. We frequently do not desire to let go of the past because it is familiar and therein lies our comfort zone.

Change requires us to expand our comfort zone and this can be uncomfortable and fearful.

A good many people claim they are ‘private,’ even people who claim to be believers in Jehovah God. The last characteristic believers

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are to be is ‘private.’

To be otherwise is to be transparent and open to sharing with others and this takes courage and a willingness to be different.

Be courageous and come to our Savannah grief support group this week at 6 pm in the TVEC conference room and bring a friend or neighbor who also is struggling with loss and needs to share and receive consolation.

We all need to change sometimes and share with others.

eborah Ann Lott was born November 16, 1968, in McNairy County, Tenn. the daughter of the late Arnold Isbell and Wyndolyne Chandler Moore.

She was united in marriage to Donnie Lott on December 29, 2006.

Mrs. Lott was a receptionist for Hub City P. B. E. She was an avid reader, enjoyed watching HGTV, and caring for her dog, Murphy. She was a devoted and caring wife who treasured every moment spent with her husband and family.

Mrs. Lott departed this life on September 5, 2021, in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 52 Years, 9 Months, 20 Days. She is survived by her husband, Donnie Lott of Selmer, Tenn.; two stepsons, Matthew Lott of Stantonville, Tenn., Nicolas Lott and wife Stefanie of Adamsville, Tenn.; four grandchildren, Emma, Mattilyn, Jacey, and Hayes Lott; and a host of extended family and friends.

Services were held on September 8, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Aaron Moss officiating. Burial will follow in the Ledbetter Cemetery at Hardin County, Tennessee.

Teresa Lynn Stack Green

February 1, 1973 September 8, 2021

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eresa Lynn Stack Green was born February 1, 1973, in Jackson, Tenn. the daughter of Alfred Glen Stack and the late Marsha Elaine Greene .

Teresa attended Bolivar Central High School and worked as a phone sales associate for Verizon. She enjoyed watching movies, visiting friends, and spending time with her two dogs, Chico and Timber. Teresa formerly attended the Ebenezer Baptist Church near Silerton, Tenn.

Teresa departed this life on September 8, 2021 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 48 Years, 7 Months, 7 Days. She is survived by a daughter, Michelle Green and companion Tony Wilbanks of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a grandchild, Braxton Wilbanks; her father, Alfred Glen Stack of Nashville, Tenn.; two sisters, Karen Stack and companion William Davis of Tupelo, Miss. and Caty Stack and companion T. J. Dowell of Bolivar, Tenn.; her companion of 16 years, Brian Lynn Weeks of Selmer, Tenn. and Brian’s mother, Jane Weeks of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; paternal grandmother Mary Inez Stack of Henderson, Tenn.; step-mother Gina Pittman and husband Jimbo of Bolivar, Tenn.; a niece, Charlie Dowell; and many cousins, extended family, and friends.

Services will be held on September 20, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee.

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McNairy County Health Department Staff Receive Tenn. Department of Health (TDH) COVID-19 Response Appreciation Coins On September 2, 2021, in honor of their hard work and dedication during the COVID-19 pandemic, McNairy County Health Department staff and the COVID-19 response team received TDH COVID-19 Response Appreciation Coins from

TDH Commissioner, Dr. Lisa Piercey. These coins are considered a great honor as they are awarded to individuals who demonstrate an outstanding job performance.

As of September 10, 2021, McNairy County has 37.05% (9,597) of

the county population vaccinated after two doses and 43.63% (11,301) of the county population vaccinated after one dose. To request an appointment, call 1-866-442-5301 or register online at COVID19.tn.gov.

Events and Happenings Masonic Lodge Pancake Breakfast First Saturday of the Month There will be a pancake and sausage breakfast at the Masonic Lodge located at 157 4th Street in Selmer the first Saturday of each month. The event is held to rasie money for children with autism.

Everyone is invited.

Ladies Bilingual Service September 18 Saturday, Sept. 18 there will be a ladies bilingual service at Eastview 1st United Pentecostal Church at 7810 Hwy 45 South. Ramer,Tenn.

The message will be in Spanish with a short message in English.

There will be food following the service.

All ladies are welcome to come join in these services.

Mission Trip Send Off September 19 Come join us on Sunday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ramer Civic Center, as we say good-bye to Brittney Burkeen as she heads to missionary work in Canada.

Revival Services at Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God September 19-22 Revival services will be held at Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God, 948 Center Ridge Rd., Bethel Springs, Tenn. beginning Sun-

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day Morning, September 19th at 11 a.m. and continue on Monday through Wednesday night September 20 September 22 at 6:30 p.m. each night. For more info, call Pastor Moore 731-609-3510.

McNairy County Historical Society Meeting September 25 The McNairy County Historical Society is pleased to announce we will have our monthly meeting. Saturday, Sep 25, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at the Jack McConnico Library, Selmer, Tennessee. Please join us as Michelle Richards, of Mammy’s Soap Co, shares on the art of soap making.

Elizabeth Pritchard Named to SNHU Dean’s List Elizabeth Pritchard of Michie (38357) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s summer 2021 Dean’s List.

Eligibility for the Dean’s List requires that a student accumulate an academic grade point average (GPA) of 3.5-3.699 and earn 12 credits for the term.

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit institution

with an 89-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults.

Now serving more than 150,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH. Recognized as the “Most Innovative” regional university

by U.S. News & World

Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner.

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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 Jacob Brimm, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Selmer Joey Johnson, Pastor 310 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m., Wednesday: 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger David Sims, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

Forty Forks Baptist Church 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs Randy Smith, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Bro. Randy Latch Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Pastor: Bro. Don Singleton Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. ; Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Lakeview Baptist Church Pastor: Clint Overton 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Sundays: 11 a.m.

Wednesdays: The Upper Room Student Ministry 5:30 For more info. call 731-645-9771 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie,TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Mark LaRue, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: AWANA 6:30 p.m.

Youth & Adults 6:45 p.m.

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

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

Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy TN Bro. Jakob Harris, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Hope Baptist Church 854 Chandler Lane Pocahontas, TN Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

West Shiloh Baptist 282 West Shiloh Church Rd. Stantonville Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6 p.m.

Sunday School 9:00 a.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.

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

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.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.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 8173 Finger-Leapwood Rd. FInger, TN 38334 Pastor Howard Russom Contact info: 731-610-7638 Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Services 11 a.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 5:00 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.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 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. Sharon Presbyterian Church 108 Mt. Sharon Rd., Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.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

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.

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

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BEING Lot No. 3 of the Country View Estates Subdivision, a plat or plan of which is of record in Plat Book A, Slide 93 in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and reference is here made to said Plat, and to the book and page where recorded for a more complete description of said lot No. 3, and the description, location, and designation as there given and shown are incorporated herein by this reference thereto as fully and to the same extent as if copied in full herein.

This property is subject to any restrictions in Plat Book A, slide 93, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee.

This property is conveyed subject to certain restrictive covenants, limitations, restrictions, and declarations pertaining to the Country View Estates Subdivision, filed and recorded on August 7,

1992, in Deed Book 136, page 123, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and the same are incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein.

Tax Parcel ID: 054P-A003.00 Property Address: 214 Edgewood Drive, Adamsville, TN 38310 Interested Parties: Southwest Human Resource Agency All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee.

Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed September 22, 2011 by MARION NATOMIA HUDSON, a single woman, to John Clark, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of McNairy County, Tennessee, in Deed of Trust 403, Page 2952, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Tennessee Housing Development Agency, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Thursday, September 30, 2021 commencing at 01:00 PM, at the Front Door of the Courthouse, Selmer, McNairy County, Tennessee

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Farm Safety and Health Week Celebrated pesticides, suffocation, heat stress, limbs crushed in agricultural machinery or animal related injuries.

Over the week of September 20-25, there are a number of webinars with daily themes for tractor safety and rural roadway safety, overall health, fertilizer and chemical safety and health for women in agriculture which are available on www.agdaily.com.

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Fall harvest time is one of the busiest and most dangerous seasons of the year for the agriculture industry.

According to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2019, there were 573 fatalities in America

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That is an equivalent of 23.1 deaths per 100,000 workers.

National Farm Safety and Health Week has been recognized during the third week in September for 77 years to help bring attention to the risks of working agriculture.

About 100 agricultural workers suffer a lost-

INVITATION TO BID The McNairy County Board of Education is accepting bids for tree trimming and removal at several of our campus locations. The bid should include the removal of the trees, clean-up, removal and disposal of limbs and debris.

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Local Events Selmer Middle School Football 9/16 @ Michie 9/23 Playoff Game 9/30 Championship Game AJHS Football 9/16 Ramer (away) 9/23 County Semifinal (TBD) 9/30 County Championship (TBD) MCHS Lady Bobcat Soccer Schedule

SPORTS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Waverly Central wins twice last Friday:

defeating McNairy Central and raising money after flooding Despite Waverly Central blowing out McNairy Central 42-0, last Friday was more than just a football game between the Tigers and Bobcats.

The players entered the field carrying 13 flags to honor the U.S. military members who died in the Kabul airport bombing in Afghanistan and

honored Waverly with a gift.

Just a few weeks ago, Waverly dealt with a sudden flooding from 17 inches of rain that killed over 20 people in Humphreys County, with 19 of the deaths in Waverly alone, and many more ending up missing.

In their second home

9/16 @ South Side(HOME) 9/21 @ Lexington(HOME) 9/23 @ Chester County 9/27 @ Sacred Heart (HOME) 9/28 @ Hardin County 5:00 p.m.

9/30 @ Liberty 5:00 p.m.

(Game time is 6:00 unless noted)

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McNairy Central players carried 13 flags before the start of its game to honor the 13 U.S. members who were killed in Afghanistan.

MCHS Football Schedule 2021 9/17 Lexington (AWAY) 9/24 Hardin County (HOME) 10/1 Liberty (AWAY) 10/8 Adamsville Pink night (HOME) 10/15 South Side Senior Night (HOME) 10/22 Millington (AWAY) 10/29 Bye Week Game Time is 7:00 p.m.

MCHS Volleycats Schedule 2021 9/16 Lexington (HOME) 5:00 9/21 Middleton (AWAY) 5:00 9/23 Chester County (AWAY) 5:00 9/27 Lexington (AWAY) 5:00 9/28 Kossuth (AWAY) 5:30 9/30 Bolivar (HOME) Senior Night 5:00 10/4 District Tournament

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McNairy Central quarterback, Michael Whitten, carries the ball for the Bobcats in their loss to Waverly Central

game since the flooding, the Tigers (3-0) had another 40-point win, but where they really won was the $2,500 they raised for Waverly. McNairy Central fans made a donation of $1,500 dollars raised by the cheerleaders prior to the game while the school sports program donat-

ed $1,000 also to assist Waverly High School rebuild their athletic facilities.

For the Bobcats (0-4), who are still looking for their first win, the offense still struggled to get it going throughout the game. Running back Donald Buffkin had the most positive yards in

the game, rushing for 32 yards on nine carries.

Quarterback Michael Whitten, who has been the team’s best rusher so far, was held to -9 yards on 13 attempts. He also threw two interceptions, but was the leading tackler on defense, finishing with six tackles.

Streak ends at eight; Adamsville loses to Chester County 41-14 in blowout

Adamsville High School Football Schedule 2021 9/17 East Hickman (AWAY) 7:30 9/24 Kossuth (AWAY) 10/1 Lewis County (AWAY) 10/8 McNairy (AWAY) 10/15 Riverside (HOME) 10/22 BYE 10/29 Hickman (HOME) Game Time 7:00 unless noted

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Adamsville running back, AJ Finley, carries the ball for the Cardinals. He finished with 68 rushing yards in their loss to Chester County

After winning the last eight match-ups against Chester County, Adamsville was on the losing end last week, where the Eagles won 41-14.

Everything that could go right for the Eagles (2-2), went right in Friday’s game.

The team rushed for over 250 yards and four touchdowns, while

they went for 218 yards through the air with two touchdowns.

The offense for the Cardinals (2-2) was reminiscent to their loss against Hardin County two weeks ago, where they had less than 100 passing yards and rushing yards.

In their loss to Chester County, Cardinals

quarterback Carson Plunk only completed three of his 19 passes for 63 yards.

The running back duo of AJ Finley and Ty Case, who rushed for over 150 yards against Scotts Hill, were held to 102 combined yards on 21 carries.

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Adamsville middle linebacker, Matt White, makes a tackle against a Chester County player.

Case Stone, Bethel Springs continue winning streak in 28-16 win over Ramer

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Bethel Springs continues its dominance this season, as the Rebels defeated Ramer 2816 last Thursday.

Quarterback Case Stone put on another clinic in Thursday’s victory, where he scored three total touchdowns - two rushing and one passing - in the win.

While he only passed for 23 yards, going 2-of2, he rushed for a teamhigh 146 yards.

On the defensive side, Stone also had a team-high six tackles with a fumble recovery.

“Bethel is a really good team,” Ramer head coach Jeremy Blakely said. “We made a handful of mistakes and that cost us the game.”

Bethel’s defense held Ramer’s top rusher,

Jaxon Rutledge, to 79 yards on the ground. He also contributed seven tackles on the defensive side. One of their touchdowns would come from Radarius Patterson, who finished with 62 yards on the ground.

The Eagles’ issues would come in the passing game, as quarterback Jake Wardlow’s only completion of the game was a 14-yd touchdown pass to wide receiver Nathan Blakely.

However, Bethel head coach Clay Shirley gave credit where credit was due.

“Ramer deserves a lot of credit for the fight that they showed the whole game,” he said.

“It was a dog fight out there and I am proud of the way our guys responded to adversity.”

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Bethel quarterback Case Stone carrying the ball for the Rebels. He also carried the team to a 28-16 win, rushing for 146 yards and two touchdowns.

Staff Photo Janet Rail

Jaxon Rutledge carries the ball for the Eagles. He finished with a team-high 79 yards

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A new record! Selmer’s Avion Jackson rushes for 400 yards in win against Henderson South Selmer Middle School’s Avion Jackson channeled his inner Derrick Henry last Thursday, where he rushed for 413 yards in a 52-38 win against Henderson South.

Jackson carried the ball 19 times, and scored six touchdowns in the team’s win. Running back Jerdarin Campbell contributed to the other touchdown, and rushed for 72 yards on six carries.

Jackson picked up where he left off from his last game, where he

rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns in their win against Ramer. On the defensive side, Jackson was fourth on the team with six tackles in their win against Henderson South.

Henderson South tried to keep up with the Lions throughout the game, scoring at least one touchdown in each quarter. Jackson was just on another level for the Lions, as he could not be stopped on his way to the endzone throughout the game.

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Selmer’s Avion Jackson rushing his way to a career night, finishing with 413 yards in a win against Henderson South.

Hot start for Adamsville Junior High propels Cardinals to victory against Pickwick Adamsville Junior High is back in the win column after defeating Pickwick Southside 30-14 last Thursday.

The Cardinals started the game on a 22-0 run before Pickwick answered back with two touchdowns in the second half.

The Cardinals would put the game out of reach in the final minutes of the game, however, where they answered back with a touchdown of

their own.

Four different players had touchdowns for the Cardinals, but it was Ben Hill who led the team in yards with 70.

“It was definitely a full team effort [Thursday night],” Cardinals head coach Michael Harvin said.

“Southside is a scrappy team, and they fought hard the whole game.”

Adamsville Junior High will face Ramer next week.

Hat trick for Adams; Lady Bobcats soccer defeats Adamsville to keep winning streak alive Kyndall Adams was a one-woman wrecking ball last Tuesday for the McNairy Central Lady Bobcats soccer team, where they defeated Adamsville 4-1.

Two of her goals came in the first half, where one was in 10th minute and the other was in the 34th minute on a penalty kick. She added her

third and final goal in the 75th minute off an assist from Jasette Flanigan.

“Kyndal had another good game, scoring three goals,” McNairy coach Jerry Lott said.

“We did a good job of moving the ball up the field.”

It was not just the offense that looked good

against the Cardinals, but the defense as well.

Rane Moffitt had 12 stops and 11 steals, Biana Davis had 16 stops, Audrey Pierce had 15, and Anna Clayton had 10. Goalkeeper Ellie Hall saved nine of the 10 shots taken by Adamsville as well.

Adamsville’s Haley Combs drive the ball into her players area.

Staff Photo Janet Rail

Adamsville girls soccer recovers from loss to McNairy Central after defeating Wayne County Adamsville High’s Madison Wilson went for the sombrero trick for the Cardinals soccer team, defeating Wayne County 7-1 on Sept. 9.

The Cardinals improved to 2-1 on the season after the win, which was much needed after losing to McNairy Central two days prior.

Wilson was not the only one with multiple goals either, as Mallory Pickle came away with two goals in the win, and Kayla Mast fin-

ished with one Emylee Weathers was the only score of the night for the Cardinals on Sept. 7, after losing to McNairy Central 4-1. While the team had four saves that night, it was no match for Kyndal Adams, who had three goals – two of them coming in the first half.

Adamsville would take 10 shots in that game, but nine of them would be saved by Lady Bobcats’ goalkeeper Ellie Hall.

It’s a draw! McNairy Central girls soccer ties with Covington in defensive battle Covington High School was not trying to be on the receiving end of a hot McNairy Central winning streak, as it tied 2-2 with the Lady Bobcats in a defensive soccer match on Sept. 9.

The score was tied at one heading into the half after Jossalyn Forsythe scored for the Lady Bobcats in the 20th minute. Kyndal Adams ended up tying the game at two in the 65th minute from a penalty kick.

Despite the tie, McNairy Central coach Jerry Lott said the girls could have come

Staff Photo Janet Rail

McNairy Central’s Rane Moffitt taking the ball from Adamsville’s player. She had 12 stops and 11 steals in a 4-1 victory.

The Bobcats and Lady Cats battle it out at Pickwick The Bobcats took on Hardin Co, Lexington and Crockett County at Pickwick September 9th.

Crockett had 159, Lexington 161, McNairy 165 and HCHS had 186.

Jackson Overton once again led the boys with a 39, Acen Lambert and Will Huddleston both added 41, Will Chandler made his return to competition adding

44 while Carter Howell had 46. Bryce Whitten posted 48 in JV action.

On the Girls side, the Lady Cats continued their strong play by posting 79, Willow Merry added another

medalist honor with 39, Marion Harrison had a season low 40 and Laurel Merry added her season low match score with a 42.

Lexington had 95 and Hardin Co had 105.

away with the win if they hit more of their shots. They finished with 21 shots on goal.

“We had a lot of shots, but only managed to put two in the net,” Lott said.

Goalkeeper Ellie Hall kept the Lady Bobcats from receiving their first loss of the season, saving three of the five goals from Covington in their game. The defensive trio of Biana Davis, Audrey Pierce and Rane Moffitt also came away with a combined 45 stops and 13 steals.

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Bryce Whitten, Sophomore-Junior Varsity player.

Stalemate! McNairy Central girls soccer ends in a draw for second straight game It was another defensive battle for McNairy Central’s girls soccer team, as the Lady Bobcats and Fayette Academy match ended in a tie on Sept. 11.

No one scored in this matchup, as the two teams struggled to get the ball into the goal. For the Lady

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Bobcats, they had 13 shots on goal, but none were able to go in. McNairy’s coach Jerry Lott was still proud of the team’s defensive effort, however.

“Our defense played great,” he said.

“Led by Allie Hickman with 18 stops, Anna Clayton with

12, and Audrey Pierce and Nakya Lusk with 10 each. Rane Moffitt had eight steals and seven stops.”

The Lady Bobcats are still undefeated at 5-0, but now have two ties on their record.

Their first tie came on Sept. 9, where the game ended 2-2 against Covington.

Couldn’t be stopped; Moffitt scores career-high six goals in win against North Side The winning streak continued for McNairy Central’s Lady Bobcats soccer team, as they won 9-0 on Sept. 11 against North Side.

Six of the nine goals came from Rane Moffitt, with four of them coming in the first half alone. Her first goal would be in the first minute of the game from an assist

by Kyndal Adams, al-

ready putting North Side at a disadvantage early on.

“Rane had a great game and set a new school record by scoring six goals,” McNairy coach Jerry Lott said. “Rane also had eight steals.”

Moffitt would pay Adams back in the 30thminute, where she assisted one of her goals. Adams finished with two goals

on the night, with the second one coming in the 47th minute.

The Lady Bobcats’ defense deserves most of the credit, however, as they did not allow a shot on goal.

“Audrey Pierce led our defense with 10 stops, Biana Davis and Allie Hickman had nine each,” Lott said.

Three was the magic number; Bethel’s softball team defeats Selmer A three-run third and fifth inning would be the deciding factor for Bethel’s victory against Selmer on Sept. 7, where the Rebels defeated the Lions 7-4.

Each team had two players that finished with two hits in the game, but it was Heathcock for Bethel with a 3-RBI game that was the difference maker. Their starting pitcher, Bingham, threw six innings

Staff Photo Janet Rail

with 13 strikeouts in their win.

“We have nothing to hang our heads about,” Selmer assistant coach Andy Alexander said.

“Bethel is a very good softball team. We played well overall, and we’re seeing improvements each game.”

The loss puts Selmer at 1-6 on the season, with its next game against Adamsville on Sept. 16

Staff Photo Janet Rail

Bethel’s shortstop, Crouse, slides into home plate in a 7-4 win against Selmer. She finished 2-for-3 with a double and RBI

Selmer’s Allie Maxedon (#6) waiting for a pitch in their loss to Bethel. She finished 1-for-3

After losing 7-4 on Sept. 7 to Bethel, Selmer bounced back with its second win of the season against Michie, winning 8-3 on Sept. 9.

Linlee Davidson was lights out on the mound in their win, finishing with seven strikeouts in six innings and allowing

for battling the whole game,” Selmer assistant coach Andy Alexander said. “We played solid defense behind Linlee … and everyone in the lineup put the ball in play.

Good things tend to happen when you do that.”

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Bethel’s pitcher, Bingham, threw 13 strikeouts in a 7-4 win against Selmer on Sept. 7

Selmer bounces back; softball team scores eight runs in win against Michie two runs.

The team as a whole finished with 12 hits, but it was Vega Henson who was one of the best players of the night. She finished 3-for-3 with a double, two RBI, three runs scored, and two stolen bases.

“We’ve got to give a lot of credit to Michie

Bella S. up at bat for the Michie Blue Devils.

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#3 Katie D. Michie Blue Devil called safe at first base on #10 Selmer Callie Finlayson .

Staff Photo Janet Rail

Staff Photo Janet Rail

SMS Linlee Davidson pitched 7 strike outs in 6 innings allowing 2 runs against Michie.