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Veterans Day in 2021: recognition and somber news Janet Rail Publisher

A service marking Veterans Day in Selmer was one of prayer, recognition and a bit of somber news. As is tradition, the service was held on the courthouse lawn joined by a crowd of veterans, family, and friends as officials remembered

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those who died in service of their country; the ones lost, but never forgotten. Community Engagement Partnership Coordinator Patrick Kennedy, from the Memphis VA Medical Center shared that McNairy County rates number one is veterans suicides. The alarming rate led to the development of a

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PFC, Robert Shumpert surrounded by Commander Tedford Miller, siblings, and a great-grandson

community partnership organized by Kennedy to reach veterans in isolation and stop the cycle of suicides in our community. Post Commander Tedford Miller, American Legion Post 162 Veterans, and Sons of the American Legion introduced the group as they presented colors led by Honor Guard Captain Danny Monroe, followed by a reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance by their honoree, 101-year-old American Legionnaire Pfc. Robert Shumpert and Selmer Mayor John Smith. The group enjoyed patriotic music by Emily Harris flute soloist and the laying of the wreath by American Legionnaire J.D. and Kay Lyn Paez. John Smith read a passage from Infantry Magazine entitled “I Am the Infantry” followed by County Mayor Larry Smith reading of “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae. During the service, Pfc. Robert Shumpert,

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the oldest World War II veteran in the county, was honored previously in early October with a proclamation and key to the city of Selmer in a service by both the county and city mayors in recognition of his 101st birthday. On Saturday, Shumpert was presented a Tennessee state flag that was flown over the Capitol and a five year American Legion membership certificate presented by County Mayor Larry Smith. Shumpert was surrounded by many mem-

Selmer elects first female mayor Selmer has elected its first woman mayor. Sherry Inman will be the first woman to serve in the city’s top office. She defeated Mayor John Smith and first time candidate Mike Lambert on Tuesday, November 2. In an election with low voter turnout, Inman received 350 votes to Smith’s 294, a difference of 56 votes, while Lambert received 229 votes. According to Election Administrator Joanie Collins,

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McNairy County to partner with Memphis VA Medical Center to reduce veteran suicide Quinten Brasher Writer

According to Patrick Kennedy of the Memphis Veterans Affairs medical Center, McNairy County has one of the highest suicide rates among veterans per capita in Tennessee. When asked what he believed to be a key contributing factor, Kennedy replied with a single word: isolation. “People that were living alone, they might have been divorced, they might be having See SUICIDE, 2 Patrick Kennedy

Area residents mourn the loss of a longtime public servant Jimmy Whittington

McNairy Co. COVID-19 Cases as of November 9

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Total Tested 32,801 Cases 4,673 Active Cases 59 Deaths 71 Recovered 4,543

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The McNairy County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jeremy Timbs, 41, of Bethel Springs, and Jonathan Martin, 40, of Collierville, Tennessee, for multiple drug charges on Saturday, November 6. At the time of his arrest, Timbs had two active Bench warrants for his arrest. Deputy Nathan Gilbert was on patrol in Michie when he noticed Timbs driving his red Ford F150. Deputy Gilbert pulled the truck over on Hwy 57E and, with the help of Sgt. Mike Shipman, proceeded to search the vehicle. Upon searching Timbs’ vehicle Deputy

there are approximately 2,700 registered voters in the Town of Selmer, therefore about 32 percent cast a vote in the Selmer election with a total number of votes cast 874 in the unofficial election results. Certified results are expected by November 10. Smith was seeking his third term as mayor having previously served two terms as alderman.

The Town of Selmer and surrounding communities are mourning the loss of longtime servant Jimmy Whittington who passed away November 5 at home at the age of 76. King David said of Abner in Samuel 3:38, “Do you not know that a prince and a great man has fallen this day in Israel.” I’d say a great servant leader and believer in Selmer has fallen in recent days. Jimmy Whittington’s imprint

“Well done thy good and faithful servant.” on our town was profound and is seen all over. A business owner for 25 years, Jimmy moonlighted as Selmer’s mayor until he became the first full-time mayor of the town. He served as county commissioner and alderman for the town of Selmer prior to running for mayor. He served for fourteen years as Selmer mayor winning four elections. While mayor he became a West Star graduate, member of the Delta Leadership 21st Century Organization and the Tennessee Municipal

League. He was an integral part of many advancements in the city: the old Selmer High School became the Community Center and Parks & Recreation home. Selmer received the first UT Martin satellite center. Grants for beautification downtown were procured and the results are still visible. Several new industries came to town and are still supplying jobs for our citizens. The ability of the fire department and first responders increased in response to local and

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national events. Jimmy took pride in helping Selmer stay fiscally responsible while seeking every grant that might help the city. He could lead and motivate talented people to get things done. He believed in Selmer, was proud of his town and wanted her to reach her potential. Beyond his time as mayor, Jimmy helped many to really understand one of our local historical places. If you were ever privileged to take one of Jimmy’s tours of Shiloh, you saw that place come alive.

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You flowed through the battle as Jimmy told the story of what really happened. As Jeff York wrote, “He made you feel like you were right there on the battlefield with his supreme knowledge of the Battle of Shiloh.” I got to know Jimmy as mayor but our friendship really started to develop after he left office as he faced crushing challenges and his greatest success as well. I believe God put me See WHITTINGTON, 2

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McNairy County Veterans services seek all vets to register Over 700 veterans may not be registered in McNairy County Amanda Miller

There are so many services that a veteran may not be aware of. If one is not registered in the VA service, there isn’t a good way to contact or know where a veteran is or lives. I am sure upon discharge, dependent upon the branch, there may be some information shared with them about six months prior to discharge to set veterans up on services dependent upon their specific needs but I am here to serve and help assure all veterans get their needs met and services they have earned. If a veteran has never applied for benefits and has been separated for many years, we may

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FROM PAGE 1 Gilbert and Sgt. Shipman immediately noticed two bags of crystal meth, as well as a small bag of pills, which were later identified as morphine sulfate. The officers seized a total of 130 grams of methamphetamine. Timbs and Martin were charged with possession of methamphetamine and a controlled substance with intent to sell and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia. The men were taken to McNairy County Jail later that afternoon.

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be able to help. We can help navigate a veteran through the benefits process and determine their eligibility for both chronic issues and any acute health issues that arise. A veteran has to be in the healthcare system. If you never apply for healthcare services, you can’t just go and get services on the spot. For example, a veteran was recently in Fast Pace Urgent Care and thought they were eligible for urgent care. That is a typical case where if one will come and see me and register, we may be able to secure that care. A veteran can’t initiate their own care, they have to be registered in the system. For urgent care, Fast

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Pace has contracted with the VA and are in the community care network. veteran can get three urgent care visits a year if they are established in the VA healthcare system. That can be accomplished by filling out an signing up online or coming to my office for help and be vetted for that care. There are various VA clinics in the area like Savannah, Jackson, as well as in Nashville, Tupelo, and even Bolivar. The process is to identify if there is service connected, do they have a service connected disability and if they do, they go to the top of the list. If they don’t it is based on income. That does not mean you can’t receive care as we have a wide range of income in our veterans. There are also a lot of people in need. I only know about the veterans that come into my office. I do have some veterans tell me that they don’t want to take away from someone else, they don’t want a handout. It is not a

FROM PAGE 1 medical problems, they might have financial problems, or a lot them are just too proud to reach out for help and don’t want to put their problems on anyone else,” said Kennedy, Community Engagement Partnership Coordinator. To curb this awful fact, Kennedy and the Memphis VA Medical Center are forming a McNairy County Veterans Coalition. This group will consist of churches, charities, social clubs, and anyone else who “has a heart to help veterans.” The idea of the coalition is think of ways to prevent isolation and loneliness, which Kennedy says is the “one common denominator” he has noticed in veteran suicide. Kennedy has firsthand knowledge of the life of a military veteran. As a 21-year US Navy veteran, Kennedy served in Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. After leaving the military, Kennedy was persuaded by friends and family to work towards his Master’s degree in social work, which he did at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. As the coordinator of the Community Engagement Partnership Program, Kennedy and couple colleagues cover regions in and around Memphis. The team works within three states, covering 52 counties. On average, about 17 veterans commit suicide every day in the United States. Though the number has gone down from 22 in years past, Kennedy believes that programs like the McNairy County Veterans Coalition will be a significant step in making that figure disappear.

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FROM PAGE 1 in Jimmy’s life to help him through the loss of his boys as well as to help with his greatest legacy. Jesus Cares was the dream of the Selmer Ministerial Association more than 15 years ago. What we needed was a leader with faith, courage and the gift of administration. Jimmy Whittington was that guy. He studied models of what we wanted to do, organized us as a ministry, put a board together and led us as cofounder and executive director for more than 10 years. “I have said for years, there would be no Jesus Cares without Jimmy Whittington.” “He was God’s man at the right time. For all he did as mayor that will endure, all the people Jesus Cares has and will help and all the believers that will work as one in that ministry owe a debt to Jimmy.” “ I got to know what I called the Whittington MO, and I suspect he utilized it as mayor as well. Jimmy would come into a meeting, call out a crisis (which wasn’t a crisis), get others in the meeting revved up to meet the crisis (which wasn’t a crisis), then those folks would solve the crisis (which wasn’t a crisis). Even though we were on to him, it still worked most every time.” He visited businesses and leaders in the county often to show support for projects and efforts he deemed good for Selmer. When he saw a great thing coming together, he was one to stop by and congratulate one for their accomplishments. He cared about his community and loved to see others succeed. He had a special place in his heart for the underserved. He was a good family man, faithful servant for First United Methodist Church for decades, and an active supporter of the Lions and Bobcats. May we believe in and work for Selmer as he did. His reward is now sight, and much that we see in our little town is a reward of having Jimmy Whittington among us.

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FROM PAGE 1 Two aldermen, John Finlayson and Johnny Norris, ran uncontested for reelection. Finlayson, seeking his fifth term received 641, and Norris, seeking his third term received 702 votes. Mayor-elect Inman shared a message to voters on her Facebook page the night of the election: “The election is over. The votes are counted and we are victorious. On behalf of myself, my family and my campaign team I want to sincerely thank you all for the kindness you have shown me over the past few months. Your friendships mean much more to me than your votes. I am looking forward to getting to work as your mayor and making Selmer a better place for us all.” Inman, Finlayson, and Norris will be sworn in and start their terms in office on January 1, 2022.

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FROM PAGE 1 bers of his family during the service. Post Commander Tedford Miller shared a very passionate speech to Shumpert, honoring him for his military service beginning in November 1942 and serving in six countries in continental and foreign service. Shumpert was highly decorated and received many commendations for his service. “I am proud to be a commander of this young man right here. I love you brother and thank you” said Miller with tears in his eyes. Shumpert was met with surprise when he saw the great number of relatives joining him on the lawn. His face lit up when he saw his brother and sister, great-grandchildren, and others join in on the celebration, which continued as all veterans and their families shared a meal at the Selmer Community Center following the service.

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FROM PAGE 2 handout, you don’t get benefits unless you have earned them and they are designated for veterans. Once a veteran is established they could get care for something as simple as a broken toe or bypass surgery. They don’t have to go to a VA clinic for everything. We are at a disadvantage being so rural as the nearest VA Medical Center is in Memphis, but all of our veterans in the system qualify for community care. If Memphis is too far for one to drive, the VA can do a referral to community care and they can go to a local doctor and get their services paid for. Often times, veterans don’t have to change their doctors. It may seem a little complicated but after you get the ball rolling, it is worth it. I encourage

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Honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. military services November 11, 2021 Local veterans, their families, leaders and friends gathered at the Selmer Courthouse on Saturday, November 2 for a Veterans Day Service sponsored by American Legion Post 162, Selmer. This is an annual service as a time to remember those who gave their lives for our country, particularly in battle or from wounds they suffered in battle. Veterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, was originally set as a U.S. legal holiday to honor the end of World War I, which officially took place on November 11, 1918. In legislation that was passed in 1938, November 11 was “dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as ‘Armistice Day.’” As such, this new legal holiday honored World War I veterans. In 1954, after having been through both World War II and the Korean War, the 83rd U.S. Congress -- at the urging of the veterans service organizations -- amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word “Armistice” and inserting the word “Veterans.” With the approval of this legislation on June 1, 1954, Nov. 11 became a day to honor American veterans of all wars. Today we celebrate Veterans Day is a National Holiday. Locally, there are many services held by American Legion groups, churches, schools and community groups to honor veterans. McNairy County has many who served in all branches of the military and national guard with an estimated ten percent of the county veterans. On this November 11, 2021 we pay tribute to all who served and for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. On Veterans Day, November 11 there American Legion Post 162 will present Colors at the Selmer Walmart at 9:30 a.m., American Legion Post 92 of Adamsville will host a service at Veterans Park at 11:00 a.m. followed by a 2:30 p.m. service at the Selmer AHC nursing home presentation of the color guard for resident veterans.

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when they come into my office. Each veterans file is kept confidential. All one has to do is come by and register. If you do not want benefits, at the least we can get you registered so that all honors would be bestowed upon you and your family at your funeral service. I just want to know every veteran in this county so that we can serve and honor you. There are also caregiver support programs that offer coun-

seling and training that one could take advantage of. There may be benefits for widows or spouses of wartime veterans like survivors pension. There are many here who are veterans and we don’t know who they all are. We want to honor their legacy and encourage future generations to carry on the service. There are 1,900 registered veterans to date with an estimated 2,600 possible total veterans who served in the county. Over 700 are not registered and Miller wants to be their advocate and assist them all. I am willing to help any veteran look over letters and answer questions, get replacement medals, etc. If I do not have the ability to meet their needs, I can find someone who can. The McNairy County Veterans Services Office provide veterans, widows and their dependents services and help in filing for benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs. All it takes is an appointment. The McNairy County Veterans Services can be located at the Selmer Courthouse, 170 W. Court Avenue, Office B-2, Selmer, TN 38375 or call 731645-3472 or 731-3159222 and leave a message.

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Dare to Live Without Limits: Don’t Take Things for Granted Bryan Golden Contributor

Taking the good things in your life for granted is all too common. You tend to grow accustomed to expecting the things which are ever present to always be there. You don’t really appreciate the amazing convenience of electricity until the power goes

out. An abundant supply of water isn’t given a second thought until your plumbing breaks. Being comfortable in your home during a bitter winter isn’t anything special until the furnace stops. Sunny days are taken for granted until the rain seems to never stop. It is human nature to focus on that which we

don’t have. It’s common to want more money, less stress, a nicer home, a better job, additional free time, longer vacations, and more fun. The common aspects of your life are taken for granted. It costs nothing to be grateful for all of the good in your life, but it can cost you everything if you don’t take care of

Home Country: Dogsled: A True Tale of the North Slim Randles Contributor

That certain … crispness? … in the air reminds me of one of my favorite story assignments over the past thousand years or so. I was a reporter/columnist/feature writer for The Anchorage Daily News, and since I had a tolerance for eccentricities in others … well, they called me the weirdo reporter. And one of the annual tasks that dropped in my lap was doing a story on what kind of a winter it’s going to be. And I did this story each August, you see. So will it be nasty cold, very mild, deep snow, no snow … that sort of thing. It was fun. I’d call up old sourdoughs who’d

give me some estimate and then tell me some weird reason why they thought so. You know, the bird calls changed from the key of C to G sharp, that kind of thing. And I’d call up some Native villages and get expert opinions from the old guys there. Fun story. Well, this one year I thought, hey … we have a division of the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration right here in Anchorage, and they have satellites and computers and all kindsa neat stuff. I’ll ask them. So I called NOAA and said, what kind of a winter are we in for? And the guy said, “We really can’t predict beyond maybe a week at the most.” So I said, look, you have

all those neat toys over there … why can’t you figure it out? And he said, well, Slim, let me see what I can put together and I’ll call you tomorrow, okay? Now we’ll get some really educated information for the readers. I couldn’t wait. So next day he calls and says his best guess is we’ll have a colder than usual winter. Super. And how did he arrive at that conclusion? He hemmed and hawed, then said, “Well, the beavers are building their lodges in deeper water this year, so we should expect thicker than normal ice.” Once again science triumphs over the tundra.

SUNRISE: Polycarp David Coy Contributor

Dealing with the loss of someone we care deeply for is difficult. During our current day and time it is increasing difficult. Our current climate seems as if we are repeating the past all over again. There is a man in history that you may never have heard of before who died a horrible death all because of his belief and the terrible political climate of his day. This man lived during the first century when a certain belief was hated by the ruling political classes and those of this belief were literally hunted down and forced to renounce their belief or be killed.

During the first century many individuals were being executed. They were ripped to shreds, or fed to the lions, or burned at the stake. History says he was a learner from the disciple whom Jesus loved and he taught many to believe and come out of Gnosticism to the truth. He also was known to be a great warrior for the truth against heretics as well. Polycarp was living for and teaching others the truth which is Christ. True faith is based on evidence, it is on this basis, the evidence and the truth that is worth dying for. You see, people die all the time for falsehoods. Ideologies that are false but their adherents believe to be

true in spite of there being no evidence to support their belief. No one will die for something they know to be a lie. Polycarp died because he would not deny the truth that is based upon evidence he knew! He said, “ 86 years have i served him, and he has done to me no wrong. How can I blaspheme my King and my Savior.” Polycarp said to his captors, “You threaten me with fire which burns for an hour…you know nothing of the fire… and… eternal punishment reserved for the ungodly.” Polycarp after praying was burned alive. Selmer grief support group is this week, please come and bring someone with you.

what’s important to you. You must appreciate and be grateful for all of your blessings, no matter how small. We all take some things for granted, especially those things which we have always had that seem everlasting. It all starts when we are children and the world seems infinite and permanent. We grow up expecting that certain aspects of life will always be there for us. You have so many things which you should appreciate. Freedom, yourself, time, health, friends, loved ones, safety, security, food, and water are just some of them. Additionally, look at all the amazing miracles of nature for inspiration. Every aspect of our natural world is filled with amazement. Live in the present. Appreciate the wonder of today. Welcome waking up each day. Each day is a fresh opportunity to follow your path. Don’t waste time lamenting the past. The past is over, it can’t be

changed but you can learn from it. Repeat what worked, while avoiding what didn’t. Cherish all of your freedom. You are free to make whatever decisions you want. You are free to follow your own path. If you are not happy with your current circumstances, you are free to make changes. Without freedom, life becomes miserable. Freedom is an invaluable gift which must be treasured. Appreciate yourself, your potential, and your capabilities. You are a miracle. Focus on all that you can do. Never sell yourself short. Don’t make excuses for why you can’t do something. Instead, find just one reason you can. Your health should never be taken for granted. Even if it’s not perfect, be thankful for what is healthy. Take care of yourself both physically and mentally. Eat well and get some exercise. Avoid burning yourself out mentally through stress and worry.

Value your friends, relatives, and loved ones. People who really care about you are precious. Show your appreciation by caring about them. Stay in touch, offer assistance without being asked, and be there in times of need. Maintaining a connection with these people is a reciprocal endeavor. Appreciate the basics; your safety, security, shelter, food, and water. Give thanks each and every day for the comforts in your life, which you may have been taking for granted. There is no blessing in your life too small to be overlooked. Life is more satisfying when you appreciate all of your blessings. You’ll experience the joy of abundance. Your mindset will be more upbeat. You’ll be much less stressed. It’ll be easier to solve problems. So many benefits accrue when you are thankful for all of the good in your life.

Letter to the Editor Colby Cloud

Band together McNairy County! This weekend I saw BOTH McNairy Central and Adamsville marching bands, proudly represent McNairy county and take 5th and 6th place respectively (out of 19) at the State competition in Smyrna Tenn. It should be fully noted they were ONLY bested by bands TWICE their size and more than likely, over TWICE the budget! It wasn’t just this weekend they over excelled, but the entire Fall marching season. In fact, almost every year they bring a band program that competes with much larger bands and they bring home numerous Superior and Excellent ratings, with enough awards/ trophies to fill an entire trophy case. I would dare say that the combined awards

and trophies between these two band programs over the past years, far surpasses any McNairy County High school program or group in the same period. Imagine what they could achieve with more attention and funding they actually deserve? Yet I hear the constant rumors and results of cuts to the program, as well as the lack of funding and progress in keeping music programs alive in ALL levels of the McNairy County school system, from Elementary to High school. EVERYONE relates to music! Studies show that kids in music programs make better grades! Music bonds people and communities together! I know these bands practice 10-12 extra hours a week outside of school during this season.

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Every weekend is a travel weekend and 2025 parents, family and friends, help transport equipment, props, and musical instruments onto the field for each and every show (typically 2 per contest) and then transport it back when complete. Not to mention the 100+ supporters that travel with them to cheer them on from the crowd! Band builds character, teaches the benefits of hard work and life lessons and develops friendships that can last a lifetime. McNairy County, you have 2 jewels in your school system that too often, fly under the radar and don’t get their true acclaim and funding. Support your music programs and the benefits will pay for themselves.

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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 • Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC • Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC • Petty Ofﬁcer 3rd Class Katie Lynn Bizzell, US Navy • Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army • Staff Sgt. Adam Court, USAF • Sgt. James P. Crain • Tony Crouse, U.S. Army • Senior Airman Aaron J. Cull U.S. Airforce • Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • Capt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC • Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force • Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Force • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison • Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC • PV2 Jana Estes • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson

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

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

• Preston Cross Smith, U.S. Air Force • Cpl. Sam Speck, USMC • Sgt. Shaun Spicher, USMC • Sgt. Richard A. Ssesanga, US ARMY • Airman Nathaniel A. Stout • Spc. Daniel Sullivan, Army • 2nd Lt. Chad Sweaton, Army • Spc. Dakota Taylor, National Guard • Jeremy Thompson • Cpl. Logan Gage Ward, U.S.M.C. • ET3 Jeremy Wilbanks, US Coast Guard • Pvt. Demaro Wiley, SC, Army National Guard • A1C Logan James Williams, USAF • Joseph Lloyd Williams MM3 US Navy • Master Sgt. Stanley Wilson, USAF - Retired • Spc. Jeffrey Witoszczak U.S. Army • Petty Ofﬁcer 1st Class (CTNI) James M. Wolford • USAF A1C Aidan Buck • USAF A1C Dylan Kidd • Jack H. Smith E5 US Navy, Sasebo, Japan EDITOR’S NOTE: If a loved one has had a change in status, contact us at (731) 645-5346.

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Richard Halsted Walther, Jr. June 23, 1946 October 30, 2021

ichard Halsted Walther, Jr. was born June 23, 1946, in Westfield, Mass. the son of the late Richard Halsted, Sr. and Patricia O’Connor Walther. Mr. Walther attended Tantasqua Regional High School in Sturbridge, Mass. and retired from the United States Air Force as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians and a former member of the American Legion. Photography and coin collecting were two of Mr. Walther’s favorite activities. Mr. Walther departed this life on October 30, 2021, in Jackson, Tenn. at the age of 75 Years, 4 Months, 7 Days. He is survived by his wife Rosemary MoodyWalther of Adamsville, Tenn.; two sons, Richard W. Walther and wife Kristen of North Brookfield, Mass. and James Walther and wife Shannon of Elk Grove, Calif.; a daughter, Krystle Meagor and husband Billy of Mesa, Ariz.; 10 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Pat Walther and Leslie Eddy; a stepson, David Moody and wife Devra of Traverse City, Mich.; long-time friends Robert E. (Rusty) Boozer of Brooksville, Fla. and Gerald Kitzmiller and wife Mary of Omaha, Neb.; new friend Randy Moore and wife Kay of Adamsville, Tenn.; and many extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Walther was preceded in death by a sister, Jane Wasowski. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date.

Gregory Royal Pratt

June 6, 1967 November 3, 2021

regory Royal Pratt was born June 6, 1967, in Chicago, Ill. the son of June Taylor Pratt and the late Steven Paul Pratt. Greg was a Christian, an avid reader of his bible and a member of Clear Creek Baptist Church in the Lawton Community of McNairy County. He worked for many years as a sheet metal machine operator. He enjoyed wood working, making clay caricatures, gardening and fishing. He loved listening to his favorite bands: Led Zeppelin and Aerosmith. Greg was a big reader and had a big heart. He once wrote: “Love is this, what you do for others.” Mr. Pratt departed this life on November 3, 2021, in Savannah, Tenn. at the age of 54 Years, 4 Months, 28 Days. He is survived by his wife, Desiree Pratt of Selmer, Tenn.; mother, June Pratt of Selmer, Tenn.; a son, Gregory Royal Pratt II and partner Nina of Chicago, Ill.; mother of his son, Alicia Chavez of Chicago, Ill.; three sisters, Shayne Stoppa of Selmer, Tenn., Toni Kiddy and husband Wes of Adamsville, Tenn., Rema Matariyeh of Selmer, Tenn.; a brother, Dean Matariyeh of Selmer, Tenn.; nieces and nephews, Jamie Gustavson, Nicole Atkinson, Anthony Stoppa, Michael, Elaina and Jacob Matariyeh, Peyton and Kiersten Kiddy and Korbon Wilson; his extended family in the Philippines. The family would like to say “Thank you” to everyone for all the prayers, donations, cards, texts, and phone calls-the outpouring of love has truly been felt by our family. Memorial Services was held on November 6, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Clear Creek Baptist Church in Adamsville, Tenn, with Chuck Castles officiating. Burial was held in the Clear Creek Cemetery.

Freddie Glenn Tacker

May 7, 1958 November 3, 2021

t is with great sadness that the family of Freddie Glenn Tacker, born May 7, 1958, in St. Louis, Mo., announce his passing on November 3, 2021, in Wareham, Mass. at the age of 63. He was the youngest child born to the late Cratus and Pattie (Collins) Tacker from Adamsville, Tenn. Fred was a talented musician that will be remembered by many for his years in several bands as a drummer. He loved camping, fishing, and hunting. Freddie was a chemist and worked in various labs as a quality control specialist and working on patents. In his final years he enjoyed sharing his passion for music and the outdoors with his children and grandchildren and loved his role as “G-Pa.” He will be very missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his children DeAnna (Tacker) Langone, Christina Tacker, and Charles Tacker, along with his niece Kelly (McDaniel) Michaels and two granddaughters, Hannah and Charlotte. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Freeda Ann (Tacker) McDaniel and his nephew Michael McDaniel. Memorial Services will be held on November 14, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn. Burial will follow in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Leapwood, Tenn.

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Edwin William France, Jr May 28, 1937 October 7, 2021

dwin William (Eddie) France, Jr. was born May 28, 1937, in Chicago, Ill. the son of the late Edwin William France Sr. and Ruth Andrews France. Eddie served his country honorably in both the United States Army and Air Force. While in the Army, he served as military police. He was a proud member and supporter of the American Legion. He supported the National Law Enforcement Officers memorial, U.S. Deputy Sheriff ’s Association, VFW, Tennessee Veterans, Veterans in Defense of Liberty, St. Joseph’s Indian School, Northern Plains Reservation Aid, Easterseals, and Boys Town. Eddie was a caring person always helping those in need. Mr. France departed this life on October 7, 2021, in Corinth, Miss at the age of 84 Years, 4 Months, 9 Days. He is survived by two sons, Timothy Matthew France and Richard Allen France both of Three Rivers, Mich.; a daughter, Kathleen (Kathy) France; granddaughter, Heather; a close friend, John Wilkerson of Selmer, Tenn.; brother-in-law, Raymon Meredith of Crete, Ill.; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. France was preceded in death by two sisters, Donna Gould and Ruth Marie Meredith; brother-in-law, Charles William Gould. A graveside service was held on November 1, 2021, at the Liberty Cemetery in Bethel Springs, Tennessee. www.shackelfordfuneraldirector.com

Doris Jeanette Hampton Weeks

Lola Ree Gardner

July 14, 1923 November 4, 2021

ola Ree Gardner was born July 14, 1923, in McNairy County, Tenn. the daughter of the late James Calvin and Edith Mae Jones Gardner. Ms. Gardner grew up on the family farm in rural McNairy County, Tenn.; hard work was a way of life she quickly learned. She could hoe a row and pick a sack of cotton alongside anyone. Ms. Gardner worked 43 years as a machine operator for Brown Shoe Company in Selmer. After retiring, she worked for Wal-Mart and volunteered at McNairy County General Hospital in the gift shop. Ms. Gardner was a member of Pleasant Site Baptist Church, serving as church secretary and on the cemetery association committee. She was extremely proud of her son and grandson, who both became medical doctors. Ms. Gardner departed this life on November 4, 2021, in Corinth, Miss. at the age of 98 Years, 3 Months, 21 Days. She is survived by a son, Dr. Harvey Gardner and wife Paula of Memphis, Tenn.; four grandchildren: Dr. Jay Gardner and wife Dr. Tonia Gardner of Memphis, Tenn., Jason Chambers and wife Amy of Marietta, Ga., Neal Chambers and wife Jeanette of Roseville, Cailf., and Scott Chambers and wife Wendy of Bartlett, Tenn.; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews, of whom she was especially fond. In addition to her parents, Ms. Gardner was preceded in death by three sisters: Oma Dee Ray, Ora Mae Littlejohn, and Ottie Tanner; and a brother, James Orville Gardner. Services were held on November 7, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn. with Brad Woolworth officiating. Burial followed in the Pleasant Site Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.

March 16, 1940 November 3, 2012

oris Jeanette Hampton Weeks was born March 16, 1940, in McNairy County, Tenn. the daughter of the late William and Edna Marie Robinson Hampton. She was united in marriage to Doyle Weeks on March 21, 1958. Mr. Weeks preceded her in death on April 13, 2013, following 55 years of marriage. Mrs. Weeks worked 30 years as a machine operator for HIS Sportswear in Saltillo, Tenn. and enjoyed attending the employee reunions for many years thereafter. Crafting, making Christmas ornaments, cooking, sewing, playing “Chickenfoot” with her lady friends from Solitude Free Will Baptist Church, and anything having to do with family were among her favorite activities. Mrs. Weeks was a member of Solitude Free Will Baptist Church and also attended Adamsville Free Will Baptist Church. She was a long-time member of the Leapwood FCE. Mrs. Weeks departed this life on November 3, 2021, in Savannah, Tenn. at the age of 81 Years, 7 Months, 18 Days. She is survived by four daughters: Jeanette Duncan of Savannah, Tenn., Benice McLain and husband Roger of Adamsville, Tenn., Melissa Harris and husband John of Adamsville, Tenn., and Andrea Hendrix and husband Kerry of Savannah, Tenn.; a son, Randall Weeks of Adamsville, Tenn.; eight grandchildren: Lindsay Warren, Derick Gibbs, Ashlee Dycus, Tyler Weeks, Cody Godwin, Aaron Weeks, Shelby Weeks, and Haley Weeks; five great-grandchildren: Addison McKee, Evan Dycus, Harlow Warren, Jocelyn Dycus, and Memphis Gibbs; two step-great-grandchildren, Bryson Weeks and Grayson Weeks; a half-sister, Cynthia (Hampton) Godsey of Adamsville, Tenn.; and many extended family and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Weeks was preceded in death by a son, Artis Dean Weeks; a sister, Frances (Hampton) King; a brother, Paul Wayne Hampton; a half-sister, Loretta Hampton; and a son-inlaw, Harry Duncan, Jr. Services were held on November 6, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Tanner Garrison officiating. Burial followed in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Leapwood, Tennessee.

Joseph A. McAnally

October 16, 1968 November 4, 2021

oseph A. McAnally was born October 16, 1968, in Chester County, Tenn. the son of the late Otis Vincent and Rachel Timms McAnally. Joe loved spending time with his family, mowing yards, riding around with his brother, and fishing. He was kind hearted always helping others when he could. Joe was dearly loved by his family and will be greatly missed. Joe departed this life on November 4, 2021, in Selmer, Tenn. at the age of 53 Years, 19 Days. He is survived by a sister, Lisa Burger of Selmer, Tenn.; a brother, Kenneth McAnally of Selmer, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends. There will be a private family memorial service. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer

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James Carter Whittington

March 13, 1945 November 5, 2021

ames Carter (Jim) Whittington was born on March 13, 1945, in Memphis, Tenn. His parents were the late Paul Brady and Margaret Carter Whittington. He spent his early childhood in Marked Tree, Ark. before the family moved to Selmer, Tenn. Jim was a 1963 graduate of Selmer High School and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Rhodes College in Memphis, Tenn. After graduating from college, he served his country in the United States Air Force as a medical technician for four years. On May 24, 1969, he married Annette Grissom Whittington and they have cherished 52 years together. After his discharge from the service in 1971, Jim and his family returned home to Selmer. Jim worked for his father at City Lumber Company as the manager for 25 years. Jim was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He coached Little League baseball and football and was an avid MCHS Bobcats football fan. For many years he would be on the sidelines on Friday nights carrying the chains. Jim was involved in his church and community all his adult life. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Selmer, where he served on the administrative board and various other committees. He served as the Disaster Relief Response Coordinator for UMCOR following hurricane Katrina. He and his wife Annette were members of the West Tennessee Emmaus Community and served on many leadership teams. Jim held a position on the McNairy County Commission and Selmer Board of Aldermen before being elected Mayor of Selmer in 1991, a position he held for 14 years. During his years as Mayor, he became a West Star Graduate and a member of the Delta Leadership 21st Century Organization as well as the Tennessee Municipal League. Jim could be described best as a servant leader. He surrounded himself with people who had the expertise to write grants, to influence others, and to get things done. Following his tenure as Mayor, Jim was able to use his gifts of administration as cofounder of Jesus Cares. He also found time to enjoy his passion as a tour guide at Shiloh National Military Park. Jim was a University of Tennessee football Fan and he found great pleasure in watching the games every Saturday. He and Annette spent much time each summer playing golf and traveling. They travelled throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. Jim departed this life on November 5, 2021, at his home in Selmer at the age of 76 years, 7 months, and 23 days. Besides his parents, Jim was preceded in death by two sons, James Bradley and Robert Kevin Whittington. He is survived by his wife Annette of Selmer, Tenn.; his grandsons, who affectionately referred to him as “Jim-Pop,” Mason Aubrey Whittington and Brady Chadwick Whittington, both of Medina, Tenn.; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Ray and Janice Newbill of Martin, Tenn. and Bill and Joan Grissom of Selmer, Tenn.; nephews Raymond Newbill (Angie) of Naples, Fla., Robb Newbill (Amy) of Martin, Tenn., Russell Newbill of Braden, Tenn., and Chris Grissom (Kim) of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; and a niece, Joy Grissom of Knoxville, Tenn. A Graveside Service with military honors was held on November 9, 2021, at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Selmer, Tenn with Rev. Chris Thompson and Bro. Gregg Worthey officiating. Pallbearers were Mason Whittington, Brady Whittington, Robb Newbill, Raymond Newbill, Russell Newbill, and Chris Grissom.

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Events and Happenings Adamsville Class Reunion November 13 The Class of 1958 of Adamesville High School will celebrate their reunion on Saturday, 13th of November. We will meet at 3:00 p.m. and eat at 4:00 p.m. at the Sawmill Restaurant in Adamsville, Tennessee. Spouses and guest are invited. Please try to attend. For more infomation call Joan at 731-439-0495. Harvest Fest 2021 November 20 Slemer First United Methodist is have a Harvest Fest November 20 at 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A Living Truth Quartet will take place at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. To place an order please contact the church office at 731-645-5267.

Southwest: McNairy County Commodity Food Distribution December 1 - 2 All McNairy County Participants that have already signed up for commodities can pick up on December 1 or 2, 2021 at the Parking lot of the McNairy Co. Hospital. If you have not received commodities before, you can sign up before November 30 by calling 731-645-5739 Pick up on December 1 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for last names starting with A - F; then 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for last names starting with G L. Pick up on December 2 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for last names starting with M - S; then 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for last names starting with T - Z. For the safety of others please remain in your vehicle.

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Card of Thanks In Memory of Greg Pratt We would like to thank everybody for the thoughts and prayers during Greg Pratt’s illness and the prayers and the condolences and for the cards and text and phone calls. We are greatly humbled for the generous donations to help with medical expenses and funeral expenses. We have received overwhelming love and support, and I am forever grateful. Thank you to our Monogram Refrigeration Family. A special thank you to Bro. Chuck Castles and Rev. Ron Maxedon and Clear Creek Church family for building the ramp which made it so much easier to wheel in and out. A special thank you also to family members for organizing the “ Go Fund Me”. Generous people helps us keep our hearts humbled. I can never thank you enough. God Bless you all! From all of us:

Desiree Pratt June Pratt Gregory Royal Pratt II Dean Matariyeh Toni Kiddy and Family Rema Matariyeh and Family Shayne Stoppa Jaime Gustauson and Family Nicole Atkinson and Family Anthony Stoppa and Family

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Recipe of the Week BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP

• 2 (10 oz.) pkg. broccoli, chopped • 1 tsp. black pepper

• 1 onion, Chopped (optional)

• 6 c. milk

• 1 T. butter

• 1 lb. Velveeta cheese

• 6 c. water

Sauté onion in butter. Add water, bouillon cubes and salt. Bring to a boil. Add garlic powder and noodles. Cook for 3 minutes. Add broccoli and pepper. cook 3 minutes. Add milk. Slowly melt Velveeta cheese. Let soup sit before serving.

• 6 chicken Bouillon cubes • 1 tsp. salt • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder • 8 oz. ﬁne noodles

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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. Troy Dillard 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 Jackie Gardner, 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 Howard Russom 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

First ChristianChurch 254 N. Maple St. Adamsville, TN 38310 Clint Hopper, Minister (731) 632-3012 Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. FCC Wednesdays Meal 5:30 Worship/Studies 615 p.m. City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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Town of Selmer Street & Sanitation Department Will Be Closed November 25 & 26, 2021 for the Thanksgiving Holiday Residential Garbage Route: Inside the City Limits of Selmer will be picked up on its regularly scheduled day for Monday November 22nd , and Tuesday November 23rd . Wednesday November 24th, and Thursday November 25th, will be picked up on Wednesday November 24th.

Town Garbage Route: Will not be picked up on November 26th and will resume on November 29th

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INVITATION TO BID The McNairy County Board of Education is seeking bids for the purchase and removal of (1) one mobile classroom unit that has been used by the MCBOE as a classroom. This unit is located on the Adamsville Elementary School Campus. The bid price is to include the building, the removal and clean up of the area where the unit is located. All bids should be submitted by noon on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. Bids should be in a sealed envelope with the bid name, the bidder’s address and phone number on the outside. The MCBOE reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

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

MARKET REPORT November 3, 2021 Total HD 1558 Last Week 732 Last Year 1648

Cattle 1545 Goats 13 Hogs 0

#1 STEERS & BULLS 200-300 WT 300-400 WT 400-500 WT 500-600 WT 600-700 WT 700-800 WT

172.00-197.00 158.00-172.00 147.00-158.00 138.00-147.00 131.00-138.00 122.00-131.00

800-900 WT 108.00-122.00 #1 HEIFERS 200-300 WT 132.00-143.00 300-400 WT 128.00-136.00 400-500 WT 128.00-136.00 500-600 WT 128.00-135.00 600-700 WT 118.00-128.00 700-800 WT 109.00-118.00 800-900 WT 95.00-109.00 HIGH DRESSING UTILITY COWS 62.00 - 68.00 HIGH DRESSING SLAUGHTER BULLS 92.00-98.00

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Misc. For Sale FOR SALE: F-350 Duel Wheel (2 Wheel Drive), 2015 6.2 gas auto with Fuel Trade Pump, Air compressor, Tool Box, Front Brush Guard. 310,000 mi, Good Shape. For more info call (662)587-4199 (26, 27, 28) FOR SALE: Hay for sale, larger round bales 5 x 5 1/2 foot, net wrapped, mixed grass, tightly packed and shed stored, $45.00 per bale. Call (731)646-0591 (27-47) FOR SALE: IMAC 21” computer complete with Apple Wireless Keyboard, one owner. $500.00. Call (731)610-4007 (27)

To all those who live within the City Limits of Selmer, The Street and Sanitation Department would appreciate if each resident would please rake the leaves to the edge of the road. This will give us greater access to pick them up in a timely manner. Leaves located in ditches will take longer to pick up. Leaves located on private property will not be picked up. Please let us know if you have bagged your leaves. Bagging leaves is not necessary until after March 31. Request a work order for pick up by calling 731-645-7908.

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How to show your appreciation for the military in a unique time United States military personnel serve both domestically and abroad. Active-duty personnel are following in the footsteps of retired veterans and protecting the freedoms of their fellow Americans while also playing a vital role in protecting millions of non-Americans across the globe. United States military personnel make myriad sacrifices every day. Recognition of those sacrifices is just one of the many ways Americans can show their appreciation for the military, even during the era of social distancing. • Help a veteran. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2019 there were 17.4 million military veterans living in the United States. More than half of those veterans are 65 or older. As difficult as social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic has proven for everyone, perhaps no group has sacrificed more than men and women over

65, millions of whom have been separated from their families. Aging men and women spent a year or more isolated at home to protect themselves from a virus that public health officials acknowledged was especially lethal to people over 65. Adults who want to show their appreciation for military veterans can reach out to local veterans’ organizations and offer to lend a hand. Such organizations may be delivering meals to vulnerable veterans, driving veterans to appointments to see their doctors or get vaccinated or organizing events for veterans who have already been vaccinated. Pitching in to help with such efforts is a great way to show veterans their efforts are still appreciated, even if it’s been decades since they last served. • Help a military family. Data from the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense indicates that there were roughly 1.3 million active-duty military personnel in

2018. Many of those service members serve overseas for months at a time. Their families back home can use a helping hand even in the best of times, but they might be especially needy while confronting the pandemic. Though vaccination projections suggest hundreds of millions of Americans will be fully vaccinated by mid-summer, in the meantime

neighbors can help local military families handle life at home. Invite a local military family over for a weekly meal, offer to take kids to a sports practice if it’s safe to do so or help out with chores like mowing the lawn or washing the car. • Donate to charities that serve the military. Adults who have not been vaccinated and are hesitant to be

around others can still show their appreciation for military service members. Various organizations help both active-duty military and veterans, and donating to such charities can be a great way to help an excellent cause. If you’re unsure about which organization to support, visit Charity Navigator at charitynavigator.org. Charity Navigator evalu-

ates hundreds of thousands of charitable organizations and can be an invaluable resource for prospective donors. Veterans and active military personnel deserve support. There are various ways for people to express that support, even as the world continues to confront the pandemic.

Wet October slows down fall harvest Jai Templeton Contributor

According to USDA’s National Agriculture Statistic Service October’s wet weather severely slowed the fall harvest. While much of Tennessee was at a standstill West TN producers were able to make some progress.

The wet and warm weather has allowed for pastures to remain productive for this time of year with 56% rated in good condition across Tennessee. Harvest rates in all crops as well as winter wheat planting is behind last year’s numbers as well as the five year average. Winter wheat planting was reported

at 59% complete with over 1/3 of that number emerged. The close of October showed 55% of soybean acres and 91% of corn acres harvested. Cotton was 94% opened with 42% harvested. A majority of cotton was rated in good condition with only 11 % rated in the excellent category.

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S PORTS Adamsville High football falls

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Local Events MCHS Basketball Schedule 2021/2022 11/16/21 vs Dyersburg @Home 11/18/21 vs TCAA Away 11/23/21 vs Crockett Co. @Home 12/03/21 vs Adamsville Away 12/07/21 vs Scotts Hill Away 12/10/21 vs TCA High @Home 12/14/21 vs JCM High @Home 12/17/21 Adamsville @Home 12/20/21 vs Bolivar Away 12/21/21 vs Kossuth @Home 12/30/21 vs Scotts Hill @Home 01/04/22 Crockett Co. Away 01/06/22 vs Middleton Away 01/08/22 vs Bolivar @Home 01/11/22 vs Kossuth Away 01/13/22 vs Northside @Home 01/15/22 vs JCM Away 01/21/22 vs Dyersburg Away 01/25/22 vs Chester Co. @Home 01/28/22 vs Lexington @Home 02/01/22 vs Hardin Co. Away 02/04/22 vs Chester Co. Away 02/08/22 vs Lexington Away 02/11/22 vs Hardin Co. @Home Adamsville High School Schedule Basketball 2021/2022 11/16/21 vs Huntingdon @Home 11/19/21 vs Frank Hughes Away 11/22/21 Hardin Co. @Home 11/23/21 Collinwood Away 11/29/21 vs Clarksburg @Home 12/03/21 vs McNairy @Home 12/07/21 vs Collinwood @Home 12/10/21 vs Huntingdon Away 12/14/21 vs Kossuth @Home 12/17/21 vs McNairy Away 12/20/21 vs. Clarksburg Away 12/27-28/21 Alcorn Christmas @ Alcorn Central High 01/04/22 vs. Hardin Co. Away 01/07/22 vs. Frank Hughes @ Home 01/11/22 vs. Scotts Hill Away 01/14/22 vs. Riverside @ Home 01/18/22 vs. Bolivar Away 01/21/22 vs. Madison @ Home 01/22/22 vs. Obion Central Away 01/28/22 vs. Scotts Hill @ Home 02/01/22 vs. Riverside Away 02/04/22 vs. Bolivar @ Home 02/08/22 vs. Madison Away Start time is 6:00 p.m.

To post a local sports-related event here, call the Independent Appeal at 731-6455346 or send an email to editor@independentappeal.com. Deadline for all announcement is 5 p.m. each Monday. All events must take place in - or have a connection to - McNairy County.

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to Forrest High in playoff game Adamsville High struggled to score last Friday in a win-or-gohome playoff game, losing 38-7 to Forrest High. Despite quarterback Carson Plunk completing 7-of-16 passes for 99 yards and a touchdown, the rest of the offense

could not get going to put points on the board for the Cardinals. The running back duo of Ty Case and AJ Finley combined for 28 rushing yards on 15 carries, while Plunk used his legs to scramble 20 yards on eight carries in

the game. With the loss, the season is officially over for the Cardinals after going 4-6 in the regular season. The team started off 2-1 before going on a four-game losing streak, and losing five of their last seven games.

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Adamsville High quarterback Carson Plunk looking for an open receiver against Forrest High. He finished with 99 passing yards and a touchdown in a 38-7 on Nov. 5

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Adamsville High running back Ty Case carrying the football in a playoff game against Forrest High. He finished with 22 rushing yards in a 38-7 loss on Nov. 5

The McNairy Central Bobcat Band takes home 5th place at the state competition After the preliminary competition, the McNairy Central Bobcat Band advanced to the top 10 and performed again in finals competition. Overall, the MCHS Band placed 5th at the state competition with the top 4 bands being much larger in size. The Bandcats held their own and proved to have another award-winning march-

ing season. The finals performance of their “Out of the Blue” show brings a close to the MCHS Bobcat Band’s 2021 marching season. The Bobcat Band will begin concert season and preparing to participate in the Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, La. in February 2022.

The McNairy Central Bobcat Band competed in the Tennessee Division II State Marching Band Competition at Stewarts Creek High School in Smyrna, Tenn. on Saturday, November 6, 2021. There were 19 bands from across the state of Tennessee that competed.

Selmer Middle School girls Adamsville High School Cardinal basketball loses fourth Band places in the top 10 straight game of season Selmer Middle School’s girls basketball team fell to 0-4 on Nov. 4 after scoring just 12 points against Savannah. Final Score 37-12. The Lions leading scorer in Thursday’s contest was Addi Day, who finished with three points on 1-of-2 shooting from beyond the arc. Callie Finlayson,

Brooklyn Ricks, Jocelyn Barnes-McGee, and Elyse Atkinson were tied for second in scoring with two points. The Lions hope to get their first win on Nov. 11 against Bethel before playing their first home game of the season on Nov. 15 against Kossuth.

Selmer Middle’s 24 not enough to defeat Savannah on Thursday night

Selmer Middle School’s boys basketball lost its fourth straight game on Nov. 4, losing 50-24 to Savannah. The Lions leading scorer was Avion Jackson with nine points on 4-of-12 shooting. Four of his nine points came in the fourth quarter. The team’s second

leading scorer was Jerdarin Campbell with seven points on 2-of-6 shooting. He also went to the free throw line eight times, making three shots. The Lions hope to bounce back on Nov. 15 when they play Bethel on the road before heading home.

Adamsville High School Cardinal Band placed 5th overall in prelims and 6th over all in the finals competition.

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Congratulations to both bands for a great season