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FIRE KILLS 2 IN FINGER By Christen Coulon Editor
An early morning fire north of Finger last Saturday claimed the lives of two McNairy County residents including a young girl who was at the Masseyville McNairy Road residence for a sleepover. Smoke detectors woke residents of the home and Michael Steve Kennedy ushered his family from the burning structure. Officials have stated that once outside the home, Kennedy realized that family friend 11-year-old Cheyenne A. Henderson of Stantonville had not made it out and Kennedy went back inside the burning home to rescue the young girl shortly before emergency workers arrived on the scene at 3:51 a.m. Despite Kennedy’s heroic effort both he and Henderson succumbed to the smoke and perished from carbon monoxide poisoning as a result of the fire, said Robert Hitchborn, McNairy County Sheriff’s Department investigator. “(Kennedy) is a very brave person,” Hitchborn said. “He went back in and perished. It’s a very tragic, sad thing.” Staff Photo by Amanda Lowrance According to officials the cause of the fire is still undetermined, however Firefighters fight a deadly blaze last Saturday morning north of Finger. The fire claimed the lives of two McNairy County residents. foul play is not suspected. The family residence was equipped ing to officials, one of the deputies atGoodrum recommends that families campaign was started in her memory with an adequate number of smoke detectors, Hitchborn said. “They had tempted a rescue shortly after Kennedy make a plan for escape from their home asking residents to light a candle for one everything that was offered and yet entered the home and sustained minor with two exits to protect themselves in a hour in her honor. injuries. similar situation. He also said the plan Services for Kennedy were held last someone still perished,” “We don’t ever recommend go- should include a meeting point and a Tuesday. Regions Bank will be acceptDeputies from the Sheriff’s Dept. ing donations on behalf of Kennedy’s were the first emergency personnel on ing back into a fire,” said Chief Darrell head count to give to firefighters. Services for Henderson were held family. Please submit donations to the the scene. They were followed by fire- Goodrum. “All it takes is one breath of last Monday night and a social media bank in care of his wife Misty Kennedy. fighters from McNairy Station. Accord- smoke.”
Cards 3-Pete: AHS Band takes state title...again Faith Baptist member cited for disorderly conduct at rival chruch By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer
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(Submitted Article) – The Adamsville Jr./Sr. High Band won their third consecutive and 7th total Division One State Championship at Riverdale High School in Murfreesboro, Tenn. last Saturday. Competing against 27 other bands in preliminaries, AHS was the only band to receive Superior ratings in Band, Color Guard, Percussion and Field Commander. “Congratulations to all band and guard members on one of the best marching seasons ever, and thank you for representing your school, your city, and your entire community on such a high level,” said Frankie Congiardo, director of the AHS Band. Scoring 90.940, AHS placed 1st in band, 1st in percussion, 1st in color guard, 2nd in High Music, 2nd in High Visual, 5th in field commander, and Darby Congiardo was named Best Soloist. By scoring in the top 10, they qualified for the
finals competition held at 7 p.m. that evening. In finals, the percussion section won the coveted High Percussion drum trophy by scoring 95.0, which was a 6 point increase over their prelim score. The color guard won Best Color Guard with a 93.75, an increase of 8 points. Also taking the High Music award, the band scored 57.56 out of 60, and the High Visual Award scoring 37.68 out of 40. Senior Field Commander Kelsey Young won 2nd place and mellophone soloist Darby Congiardo was again named Best Soloist. Overall, the band scored a new record high score of 95.24 which eclipsed their 2010 record score of 93.70 by 1.54. Three senior members, Kelsey Young, Kayci Henline, and Jacob Kee completed their marching careers at AHS by winning four State Championships out of six years in competition at the Div. 1 Championship.
A member of Selmer’s Faith Baptist Church was cited by the Selmer Police Department for disorderly conduct on the premises of a rival church on Oct. 23. According to a report provided by the department, Sgt. Ron Pilkington responded to a disturbance call on Sunday morning at Safe Harbor Church. Upon arrival, he saw several people standing in the parking lot. Patsy Pauline Murry, the owner of the property and Safe Harbor member told Pilkington that Brent Michael Winter was there causing a disturbance. Sylvia Nicole Henley witnessed the incident and recorded everything on a video camera. She declined to comment or to provide the video. Pilkington then interviewed Winter who stated that a former Faith Baptist member, Justin W. Robertson had quit Faith Baptist and started attending services at Safe Harbor. Winter also said that Robertson was recruiting other young Faith Bap-
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Highways dedicated to local heroes: Mitchell, Tuberville By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer
Family members and local dignitaries gathered to honor two McNairy County heroes Saturday. Each was honored by naming a stretch of highway in their honor. A section of Highway 225 from the intersection of Highway 64 to the Chester County line was renamed for Pfc. Warren M. Mitchell. Across the county, on the same day, a stretch of Highway 22 between the Adamsville city limits and mile marker 4 was renamed for fallen firefighter Jimmy Tuberville. Family members and local dignitaries such as St. Rep. Vance Dennis, McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck, Trustee and nephew of Pfc.
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(Left) Family members of Pfc. Warren M. Mitchell gather at Bethel Springs Saturday for the dedication of a stretch of highway for the World War II hero. (Right) The family of fallen Fire Chief Jimmy Tuberville gathered for the renaming of a section of Highway 22 in Milledgeville Saturday.
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Selective law enforcement threatens free speech By Christen Coulon Editor The Occupy Wall Street movement, which began Sept. 17, has gained momentum in recent weeks and has even spread to Tennessee. The movement, which claims to represent the bottom 99% of Americans in terms of financial wealth, OPINION has targeted large corporations on Wall Street for what they claim is their unfair influence on the federal government. At the heart of their oft fractured ideology is a belief that this corporate influence is allowing the richest 1% of the population to amass wealth at the expense of everyone else. However, unlike other similar movements in the past, the occupy movement does not seem to have a solution to their problems. When pressed for the specifics of their message protesters have drifted away from this original message about corporate greed to include animal rights, housing and foreclosure issues, our foreign wars, racism, sexism, healthcare, privacy rights, and the apparent loss of civil rights. As a reader you may be wondering if I, as the writer of this piece, support the occupy message. As a journalist, I strive to maintain objectivity and remove my personal beliefs from any of the news articles that I publish. Even when writing opinion articles such as this, I generally feel it necessary to include the opposing points of view to balance my stories. With the occupy movement objectivity is easy because after listening to countless protests on the news, and reading various websites put up by the organization’s supporters I still haven’t the foggiest idea as to what exactly these people want or how they intend to accomplish it. What concerns me, as a member of the media, is not the protest message but the tactics that have been used by the government to quiet these protests. Several hundred Americans have been arrested in recent days at protests in dozens of cities across the nation. As a journalist it is always troubling to see someone arrested for exercising their freedom of speech. It became more troubling as these arrests happened closer to home. During the late night hours last Thursday and Friday nights, nearly 50 protesters were arrested at the Legislative Plaza in Nashville for trespassing. The arrests came after the governor issued a rule change regarding the plaza and its use by protesters (or anyone else for that matter) by placing a curfew on this public space. While these rules were placed on the space under the guise of public safety, what bothers me is that Gov. Bill Haslam obviously made these changes to curtail the free speech of people bringing redress against the government. These changes were made abruptly and specifically to end the Nashville protests without thought as to how closing a large chunk of the state capitol and southern tourist mecca everyday at 10 p.m. could or would be enforced. I wonder how this group was expected to petition for their right to gather on the same day the rule banning them was enacted. Even more disturbing to me was the
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Trick or treat: local businesses, emergency workers celebrate holiday Staff Photos by Christen Coulon
Ghouls, ghosts and goblins took to the streets, last week to celebrate Halloween. Several local businesses, emergency workers, churches, and homeowners participated in this year’s events. The trunk or treat events, fall festivals and haunted houses offered McNairy County children numerous options for holiday fun.
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County unemployment rate dips slightly By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer
McNairy County unemployment fell slightly to 10.9 percent in September, from 11.1 percent the previous month, according to non-seasonally adjusted figures from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. The unemployment rate has only fallen 0.3 percentage points over the past year. The labor force increased 160, the number of employed increased by 130 and the number of people unemployed increased by 30 over the previous month. At 10.1 percent, Chester County has the lowest unemployment rate of surrounding counties. Hardin County’s rate was a bit higher than McNairy’s at 11 percent. Alcorn County’s unemployment rate was 12.4 percent, according to the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. At 13 percent, Hardeman County had the highest unemployment rate of surrounding counties. The unemployment rate in Tennessee rose in September to 9.8, from 9.7 the previous month. Unemployment rose in September in 51 counties, fell in 32 counties and was flat in 12 counties. Lincoln County again had the lowest unemployment rate in the state at 6.6 percent, followed by Williamson County at 6.9 percent. The unemployment rate in Lincoln County rose 0.2 percentage points Williamson County’s unemployment rate rose 0.1 percentage points over the previous month.
Scott County had the state’s highest unemployment rate at 19.5 percent, followed by Obion County, still feeling the effects of the Goodyear plant closure, at 17 percent. Unemployment was 19.7 percent in Scott County and 16.6 percent in Obion County in August. Of the metropolitan areas, Knox County had the lowest unemployment rate in September at 7.7 percent, followed by Hamilton County (Chattanooga) at 8.6 percent, Davidson County at 8.7 percent. Shelby County again had the highest unemployment rate of the metropolitan counties at 10.8 percent. The unemployment rate in Davidson County fell by 0.1 percentage points in September. It was unchanged in Knox and Hamilton Counties and rose by 0.4 percentage points in Shelby County. The national unemployment rate was unchanged in September for the second straight month at 9.1 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor.. The civilian labor force was up 423,000 to 154 million and the number of people employed increased by 398,000 to 140 million. The ranks of the unemployed increased by 25,000 in September, to nearly 14 million. The average length of unemployment was 40 weeks, another all-time record. Counting people who have given up looking for work and people who are working part-time but want full time employment, the unemployment rate was 16.5 percent, up 0.3 percentage points from the previous month.
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October proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month By Amber Price Staff Writer
Last Thursday, David Robinson, mayor of the City of Selmer, and David Leckner, mayor of the City of Adamsville, signed a proclamation designating October 2011 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The proclamation is part of Wo/Men’s Resource and Rape Assistance Program’s efforts to help diminish domestic violence locally. In attendance, along with Robinson and Leckner was Mallory White, WRAP advocate, and Allen Strickland, Chief Sheriff’s Deputy.
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fact that Thursday's arrests came just hours after Lola Potter, a spokesperson for the state’s General Services office, which wrote the new rules for the plaza announced that no arrests would be made Thursday night. “We can’t expect them to get a permit today because we just announced the policy,” Potter said last Thursday. “We’re asking them to have a permit for (future dates).” Despite state guarantees to the contrary, the governor sent in Tennessee Highway Patrol officers to arrest those in attendance last Thursday night. Following the arrests, the Nashville Night Court Magistrate released the protesters saying the protesters had not been given proper notice of the rule changes. Even after the court’s release of these protesters the Tennessee Department of Safety felt it necessary to send out an unsolicited press release listing the names of those arrested to media outlets across the state including the Independent Appeal with no mention that they had been immediately released due to judicial concerns regarding the legality of the arrests. The arrests continued last Friday night. In what seems to be a state acknowledgment that these rules would only be selectively enforced to curtail free speech THP officers allowed patrons of the Tennessee Performing Arts Commission to cross the park following the conclusion of a performance, in violation of the newly set curfew, so they wouldn’t have to walk around the plaza to get to their cars. The right to take a shortcut is now apparently
Mitchell, Stanley Mitchell and some County Commissioners were present for the unveiling. Members of Chief Tuberville’s family, St. Rep. Vance Dennis, Milledgeville Mayor Dannie Kennedy, Fire Chief Leland Alexander, some Milledgeville Aldermen, members of the Milledgeville Volunteer Fire Department and members of the community gathered in
more protected than the right to free speech in Tennessee. After the TPAC patrons had cleared the plaza, THP officers then raided the plaza arresting protesters and at least one member of the media. During the raid, Nashville Scene reporter Johnathan Meador was arrested with the protesters, camera in hand, even as he pleaded with the officers telling them he was a member of the press. A video placed on the Nashville Scene website shows Meador’s arrest. The video shows THP officers ignoring Meador’s repeated statements saying, “I am with the media, I am with the media.” An unnamed THP officer can be heard on the video at the time of the arrest saying to another officer, “Tell them when you get’em up there to charge him (referring to Meador) with resisting arrest.” Those arrested on the plaza last Friday night were again released by the court. The court’s magistrate Tom Nelson told the arresting troopers that he could, “find no authority anywhere for anyone to authorize a curfew anywhere on Legislative Plaza.” The protests continued last Saturday and Sunday nights, but no arrests were made as the plaza was shared by well-dressed members of TPAC, holding a fundraiser and the not so welldressed protesters camping on the opposite side of the plaza.
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On Monday, A judge issued a temporary re- nation to prosper and it has helped to rid our nastraining order against the state barring them tion of potential tyrants for more than 235 years. from enforcing the new rule. Regardless of your political orientation or party The week ahead will shed more light on how affiliation, free speech was created to protect you. the state government intends to handle the pro- It protects all Americans and it is the duty of all testers on Legislative Plaza. Although, it is look- Americans to protect it. ing more like this issue will be resolved by lawyers (This opinions expressed in this article are soleand legislators, and not with THP officers. ly those of the writer and do not necessary reflect I think it is worth mentioning again that I am the opinions of the Independent Appeal, its staff not a supporter of the occupy movement. I don’t members or publisher. The Independent Appeal even fully understand what they want, and I get welcomes editorial articles from all citizens of Mcthe feeling the most of the protesters know only Nairy County and invites you to submit your own what they don’t want. article about this or any other topic of concern.) Despite their lack of focus, I do support their right to freedom of speech. I am reminded of the famous idiom attributed to Voltaire that while I may disapprove of what you say, I will defend to the death your right to say it. I believed this In our home Private Boarding, Depending on your dogs when I joined the U.S. Army needs and lifestyle, An alternative to crowded kennels. 12 years ago, as I pledged to protect and defend the constitution of the United States, Open Tuesday - Friday 9-5 Sat 9-2 and I believe it to this day. Located at 678 Baker Rd. I truly feel that free speech is the very core of the American ideology. It is what has allowed our
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Patrons gather for the grand opening and ribbion cutting ceremony for The Good Ole Rebel BBQ & Cafe in Eastview last Thursday. (Left) Ted Moore, Russell Ingle, Chris Combs, Gary Kerby, Linda Gray, Troy Moore, Tamara Dickey, Amy Pearson, Tommy Pearson, Karen Holland, Betty Gail Garrison, and Anthony Henson celebrate the opening of this new BBQ place.
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tist members to follow him. Winter told Pilkington that this upset him and he was telling Robertson that it was wrong for him to do that. Murray said that the door to the church swung open and he said, “Where’s your pastor?” Upon being told the pastor was not there, Winter went outside and waited for Robertson. “He barreled in there and just got in his face. I just got between him and Justin and was afraid he was going to hit the kid. He needs prayer and we will pray for him,” said Murray.
“It’s about awareness for the community,” said Strickland. “It lets people know what WRAP does for the community and the help they provide at no cost to the citizens.” WRAP, centrally located in Jackson, Tenn., assists victims of domestic violence through confidential help lines, which operate 24 hours a day. The program provides counseling, which is private and free of charge, and shelter if needed. Program workers can help victims sort out their feelings, inform them of legal options, and help with police, courts and social service agencies. Domestic violence occurs
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Dear Citizens of Selmer, I have served for the past four years as manager of the Robert Sibley Airport. During that short time, the airport has moved forward with Improvement projects including equipment purchases, security grants, self-service fuel, the construction of ten new T-hangers, and one corporate box hanger. In addition to that, we have developed a relationship with a defense contractor and our latest tenant is Hospital Wing of Memphis. Most importantly, these relationships have resulted in numerous jobs and over a million dollars in economic impact to your community per year. Before my present position, I owned and operated my own successful business and served in management for Federal Express Corporation. I have taken an active role in my community and feel that I could be a valuable asset as an Alderman for the township of Selmer. As we move forward, we must continue to grow and attract new business and industry in an effort to provide jobs which is critical to the success of any community. Second, we must have a city council that is united - not divided. If elected, I will fully support this effort to ensure that we are not left behind when opportunity knocks. As we look around town we can all see so many improvements. We have a new park and public area in the works on the old Dixie Cafe property, a fantastic farmers’ market adjacent to a beautiful music park, and many improvements to downtown with entertainment offered as well. However, the work is not done yet. I fully support keeping Selmer on track with beautification projects as well as improving access to the Industrial Park off Hwy. 45 North as it is difficult to get in and out of the area in its present state. Next, I will pledge my support to the one-on-one program, our local Police, Fire, Utility, and Park and Recreational Departments ensuring that they are sufficiently staffed and fully funded. Selmer is located at the intersection of two major highways and sits minutes from the Tennessee River. The University of Tennessee at Martin has a campus within the city limits and our town is just sixty miles from a new automotive plant. The Robert Sibley Airport is centrally located and stands ready to handle jet aircraft traffic. Tourist dollars topped 9.7 million dollars in McNairy County according to the latest figures. By working together and staying informed we can create opportunities in Selmer for our citizens. I am asking for your support and vote to help accomplish this on November 8, 2011. I am Chris Tull and would be honored to serve you the Citizens of Selmer.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2011
McNairy NAACP holds freedom fund banquet By Christen Coulon Editor
The McNairy County NAACP held their annual Freedom Fund Banquet last Friday night at the McNairy County Alumni Center. Chuck O’Bannon, film producer, was invited as the evening’s guest speaker. This year’s event was well attended and was held as a fundraiser for the NAACP to help fund their ongoing mission. The theme of the evening was coming together in unity and was stressed throughout the night by both the guest speaker, O’Bannon and the local McNairy County Branch President, Will Luster Jr. “This event is about coming together in unity,” Luster said. The funds raised will help to get the message out to the community.” While the NAACP has in recent history been viewed by many as a primarily African-American based organization, Luster said that he wished to dispel the myth that it only serves their community. “We are not a racist organization,” Luster said. “(NAACP) is for everybody. It is here to serve all people as a civil rights organization. If there is a violation of law, we are here to stand up for what is right. It doesn’t matter what race they are.”
Luster said that he was happy with the event’s turnout this year, but acknowledged that there was always room for improvement and hoped to see a greater turnout in years to come. O’Bannon was chosen after local NAACP members witnessed him give another speech and realized that would make a great addition to their event. His television production credits span nearly 40 years, and he has been involved in features on such noted people as Rev. Jessie Jackson and his son, U.S. Rep Jessie Jackson Jr. “He is a very dynamic speaker,” Luster said. “We saw him and said we needed him to participate in (our) event.” The guest speaker took the stage following dinner and kept to the theme of the evening. O’Bannon discussed ways the NAACP could increase diversity to further its mission making note of the fact that many of the original founders and the entire board of the NAACP were at one time made up of whites. O’Bannon discussed the evolving nature of the organization and said that the transition from a civil rights organization to a human rights organization was underway. He said that the mission to serve the underserved was intact, but what had changed was who makes up our nation’s under-
served population. He said that poverty was a barrier to most people in this nation regardless of race and said that the NAACP’s mission should be to help, “all people accomplish the American Dream.” He said that the current state of our nation economic system allows the rich to get richer while the poor get poorer pointing out that the 400 richest individuals in the nation control more wealth than the poorest 150 million people. “Even though we came over in different ships,” O’Bannon said. “We are all in the same boat now.” Compared by the Gross Domestic Product he said that current wages are the lowest they have been in the last 50 years. O’Bannon said that it would be up to the next generation to fight this current social inequity. Saying that having grown up in a world where information is delivered on demand and personal equality is the accepted norm, that he couldn’t imagine that the next generation would tolerate the current system that keeps people in poverty and allows only the wealthy to prosper. For more information on the McNairy County Branch of the NAACP or to make donations to the freedom Staff Photo by Christen Coulon fund please contact Luster at (731) Chuck O’Bannon speaks at the annual NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet in Selmer 239-2788.
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McNairy’s outstanding citizens recognized By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer
McNairy Countians gathered at the Selmer Community Center for the Thirteenth Annual Citizen of the Year Banquet on Oct. 25 to recognize the chosen outstanding residents. The Selmer Rotary Club and Selmer Lions Club sponsored the event and after the crowd ate a wonderfully prepared meal by the Ramer Station, they proceeded with Boy Scouts Troop #32 giving the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. The ceremony began with recognition to the late E.D. “Dudley” Richard, who passed in July, but not before celebrating his 100th birthday. Richard was a charter member of the Selmer Rotary Club for over 55 years and was represented by his family. On behalf of Richard and his commitment to McNairy County, an award was introduced in his honor, the Rotarian of the Year award. Troy Moore presented the award to Don Richard, Dudley’s son, and also announced that a Rotary Dudley Richard Scholarship will be available as well beginning in Spring 2012. A photo slide show of Richard was shown as his family played a beautiful poem written by Richard in form of a song. Carolyn Bowers presented the Volunteer of the Year award to Kaye Tacker. “The winner of this award is someone I have known my entire life,” said Bower. “There is hardly ever a benefit that we go to that she’s not there running a cake walk, taking up money, or doing something to help other people.” Tacker was also recognized for her successful efforts in restoring the Hee-Haw event that has been held every year for approximately four years. “Thank ya’ll very much,” said Tacker as she gave a short, grateful speech. Library Media Specialist, Vallorie Ashe, came forward on behalf of Adamsville High School to present Ryan Burlesci with Adamsville’s Youth Volunteer of the Year award. “Ryan is an incredibly dependable young man,” said Ashe. “He always goes above and beyond of what is asked of him.” Molly Cheshier approached the podium to recognize McNairy Central’s Youth Volunteer of the Year, Allie Pitts. “She is so special in so many ways,” said Cheshier. “Allie has so many talents and abilities that she has been gifted with. In so many ways, she has served this county well.” McNairy County School Superintendent Charlie
Miskelly stepped forward to announce the Teacher of the Year award, and it was presented to Sarah Allison. “Teacher of the Year is not just a popularity contest,” said Miskelly. “The teacher is selected. She teaches General Biology and AP Biology and is chairman of the Science Department. She is not only a great person but a great teacher.” Wilburn Gene Ashe presented two individuals with awards. The first award came as a surprise to Sheriff Guy Buck, who was shocked and honored to receive the award. “He has upgraded the department tremendously since he became sheriff,” said Ashe. “His employees have become responsible. He keeps up with his budget and we appreciate that so much.” Buck went on to say that he does what he does for the people of McNairy County and without good people doing good things he would not be where he is today. The second award went to Anthony Carr for Emergency Personnel of the Year. Ashe recognized his activeness and knowledge of many organizations. Carr turned around after receiving the award and gave an award to a fellow fireman, James Michael Penley for Fireman of the Year. “It’s been a real honor and privilege to serve McNairy County,” said Carr, as he went on to tell heroic tales about Penley. “For all these reasons we feel Michael Penley should receive this award.” McNairy County Alliance Program Director, Russell Ingle came forward to present the recipient of the Community Betterment Award to Jack Martin. “All of the individuals that have been brought up tonight have made the community a better place,” said Ingle. “Jack is an advocate in preserving cultural arts, folk art, and the heritage of McNairy County and the region as a whole.” The final award of the night was presented by Gene He’bert to Citizen of the Year, Jeff York. He’bert gave a long, detailed, but heartfelt speech of York’s despairs, triumphs, accomplishments, and his work toward the community. “Can you believe it,” said He’bert. “This man has an extraordinary story. His drive and competitive spirit is a sure inspiration to all of us.” Karen Lange gave the closing remarks and thanked everyone who was involved in making the banquet possible. For thirteen years, McNairy County has appreciated the hard work and dedication of its outstanding citizens and will look forward to the years to come.
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On October 25, Selmer Rotary Club and Selmer Lions Club held the 13th annual Citizen of the Year Banquet. 1: Award for Citizen of the Year was presented to Jeff York by Gene He’bert. 2: Wilburn Gene Ashe presented Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award to Guy Buck. 3: Charlie Miskelly presented Sarah Allison the award for Teacher of the Year. 4: Emergency Personnel of the Year was presented to Anthony Carr by Wilburn Gene Ashe. 5: Carolyn Bowers presented the award for Volunteer of the Year to Kaye Tacker. 6: Youth Volunteer of the Year for Adamsville was presented by Vallorie Ashe to Ryan Burlesci. 7: Troy Moore presented Rotarian of the Year in honor of the late E.D. “Dudley” Richard, which was accepted by his son, Don Richard. 8: Molly Cheshier presented McNairy Central’s Youth Volunteer of the Year to Allie Pitts. 9: Jack Martin received the award for Community Betterment, which was presented by Russell Ingle.
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obituaries
Wednesday, november 2, 2011
Mandy Jamerson Amerson
David Cunningham, Sr.
Michael Steven Kennedy
Mandy Jamerson Amerson was born January 3, 1921 in McNairy County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Elmer and Cassie (Tinnie) Moore Jamerson. She was united in marriage to Orval Amerson on December 24, 1945. Mr. Amerson preceded her in death on July 28, 1994. Mrs. Amerson was a housewife. She was a member of the Maggie Jones United Methodist Church in Finger, TN for 80 years. She enjoyed gardening, quilting and sports. Mrs. Amerson departed this life on October 25, 2011 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 90 Years, 9 Months, 22 Days. She is survived by two daughters, Kathryn Russom and husband Howard of Finger, TN, Katie McCormick and husband Thomas of Selmer, TN; a son, Kenneth Amerson and wife Dorothy of Bethel Springs, TN; a sister, Jean Cox and husband R.P. of Bethel Springs, TN; six grandchildren, Keith Amerson of Bethel Springs, TN, Tommy McCormick and wife Crystal of Henderson, NV, Terry McCormick and wife Kirstie of Adamsville, TN, Jennifer Moore and husband Nicky of Selmer, TN, Sandy Bates of Henderson, TN, Michael Russom and wife Christy of Finger, TN; 16 Great Grandchildren; host of extended family and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Amerson was preceded in death by four sisters, Mauline Singleton, Pauline Hair, Nell Nowlin, Mary Edith Jamerson; five brothers, Garner Jamerson, Ovie Jamerson, Wilson Jamerson, J.R. Jamerson, Nelson Jamerson. Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Harold Montgomery, Tommy McCormick officiating. Burial followed in the Maggie Jones Cemetery near Finger, Tennessee.
David Cunningham Sr. was born July 10, 1920 in McNairy County, Tennessee the son of the late Ode and Nishie Moore Cunningham. He was united in marriage to Mildred McAfee on December 24, 1941. Mr. Cunningham departed this life on Thursday October 27, 2011 in Bells, Tennessee at the age of 91 Years, 3 Months, 17 Days. He was retired from Pickwick Landing State Park and was a member of Lebanon United Methodist Church. Mr. Cunningham served his country honorably in the United States Army having served in the 44th Infantry Division in Germany and France during World War II. He owned and operated a general store in Michie for approximately 25 years, loved to farm and was a former Alderman for the Town of Michie. He was a TSSAA basketball official for over 20 years. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mildred (McAfee) Cunningham of Michie, TN; a son, David Cunningham, Jr. and wife Janice of Michie, TN; a granddaughter, Jodi Cunningham Webb and husband Dan of Bells, TN; a greatgranddaughter, Caroline Elizabeth Webb of Bells, TN; a sister, Katherine Marler of Corinth, MS; a brother-in-law, Robert Smith of Michie. A host of extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Cunningham was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Leesa Rae Cunningham; a sister, Mae Smith; two brothers, Rufus Cunningham, Clydus Cunningham. Funeral services were held on Saturday October 29, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Steve Webb officiating. Burial followed in the Lebanon Cemetery at Michie, Tennessee.
Michael Steven Kennedy was born September 15, 1980 in Jackson, Tennessee the son of Michael K. Kennedy and the late Donna Lynn Smith Kennedy. He was united in marriage to Misty Keele on February 14, 1998. Mr. Kennedy worked in construction before becoming disabled. He departed this life on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at his home in Finger, TN at the age of 31 years, 1 month, 14 days. He is survived by his wife Misty (Keele) Kennedy of Finger, TN; a daughter, Makayla Kennedy of Finger, TN; a son, Michael Dalton Kennedy of Finger, TN; his father, Michael K. Kennedy of Henderson, TN; a sister, Chasity Kennedy Burlison of Finger, TN; two brothers, Shannon Smith of Henderson, TN, Shawn Harris of Henderson, TN. A host of extended family and friends. Funeral services were held on November 1, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Bro. Randy Smith, Crystal Goff officiating. Burial followed in the Bethesda Cemetery near Selmer, Tennessee.
Mary Susie Anderson Mary Susie Anderson was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on October 5, 1923 the daughter of the late Jim and Maggie Worley Tidweld. She was united in marriage to Lee Anderson, who preceded his wife in death. Mrs. Anderson was a homemaker. She also worked for Holly Walker Worm Farm. She departed this life on October 27, 2011 at the Hardin Medical Center Health and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 88 years and 22 days. Mrs. Anderson is survived by 3 daughters, Frankie Cherry of Savannah, Tennessee, Barbara Butler of Crump, Tennessee and Linda Rossman of Savannah, Tennessee; 14 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; one sister, Hester Petty of Savannah, Tennessee; one brother, John Henery Tidweld of Savannah, Tennessee. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by one son, James Duke; 2 daughters, Ruth White and Betty Couch; 2 grandchildren, Marty Butler and Terry Faith Austin. Services were held on October 29, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Shackelford Chapel in Savannah, Tennessee, with John Robinson and Steve Nelson officiating. Burial followed in the Graham Cemetery at Hardin County, Tennessee.
Margie S. Britt Margie S. Britt was born in Madison County, Tennessee on October 14, 1956 the daughter of the late James Edward and Margie Marie Hall Moore. On August 31, 1982 she was united in marriage to Larry Gene Britt, who survives. Mrs. Britt was a homemaker. She departed this life on Saturday, October 22, 2011, at the age of 55 years, 8 days. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Jame Jeremiah Moore of Friendship, Tennessee; 4 daughters, Angela Marie Lucas Britt of Russellville, Alabama, Maria Michelle Merryman of Savannah, Tennessee, Heather Renee Britt of Counce, Tennessee and April Lynn Dornan of Leapwood, Tennessee; 6 grandchildren, Alex Merryman, Alizaya Merryman, Sabrina Moore, Mathew Moore, Blake Petty, Corey Petty, Christian Lucas, Jasmine Lucas, Lee Dornan, and Katelyn Dornan; a brother, Jimmy Moore of Henderson, Tennessee; 3 sisters, Billie Taylor of Spring Creek, Tennessee, Shirley Coble and Betty Tucker both of Bruceton, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sabrina Jean Britt. Services were held on October 24, 2011 at 1:00 PM at Shackelford Chapel in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Larry Holly officiating. Burial followed in the Chapel Hill Cemetery at Henderson County, Tennessee.
Billy Mitchell Coffman Billy Mitchell Coffman was born in Adamsville, Tennessee on June 28, 1937 the son of the late John Wesley and Jimmie Landcster Coffman. On October 25, 1964 he was united in marriage to Neita Joyce Irby, who survives. Mr. Coffman had worked in sales for Siemens-Stromberg-Carlson, he was with the company for 37 years before he retired. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge #338 in Adamsville, Tennessee, the Shriners, Scottish Rite and a veteran of the United States Army Reserve. Mr. Coffman departed this life on Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at the age of 74 years, 3 months and 20 days. In addition to his wife, Neita of Adamsville, Tennessee, he is survived by a daughter, Angela Coffman Ricketts and husband Chad of Clearwater, Florida; 2 granddaughters, Blakely Ricketts and Rylie Ricketts; a brother, Jack Coffman of Adamsville, Tennessee. Services will be held on October 22, 2011 at 3:00 PM at First United Methodist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Bro. Phil Mitchell officiating. Burial will follow in the Adamsville Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.
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Terry Dye Terry Michael Dye was born July 18, 1973 in Selmer, Tennessee the son of Windell Austin Dye and JoAnn Fowler Dye. He was united in marriage to Doris Ann Adams on April 22, 2000. Terry had been a production worker for General Electric. He departed this life on October 19, 2011 at the age of 38 Years, 3 Months, 1 Day. He is survived by his wife Doris Ann (Adams) Dye of Bethel Springs, TN; his mother, JoAnn Dye of Bethel Springs, TN; his father, Windell Austin Dye and wife, Zelda of Henderson, TN; three sisters: Doris Dye and best friend Roger Sellers of Bethel Springs, TN, Crystal Brewer and husband John of Henderson, TN, and Levi Bastoe and husband Anthony of Lake Charles, LA; a brother, Jeff Dye and wife Theresa of Bethel Springs, TN; father and mother-in-law, Ulas and Jean Adams; his aunt, Juanita Smith; eight nieces and nephews: Army Specialist Matthew Hemby and wife Krista, Jacob Hemby, C. J. Dye, Danielle and Carly Jo Brewer, Christy Bastoe, Caleb and Mayana Mears; and many extended family and friends. Services were held on October 23, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Roger Hatch officiating. Burial followed in the Buena Vista Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.
Cheyenne Autumn Henderson Cheyenne Autumn Henderson was born May 20, 2000, to James and Chandra Potts Henderson. Cheyenne was a sixth grade student at Adamsville School. She departed this life on Saturday, October 29, 2011, at the age of 11 years, 5 months, 9 days. She is survived by her parents James and Chandra Henderson of Stantonville, TN; a sister, Samantha H. Henderson of Stantonville; grandparents, Ken and Aeleigh Rothwell of Stantonville, Sandra Southwick of Gainesville, FL, Franklin and Martha Henderson of Spotsylvania, VA; aunts and uncles, William and Kimberly Henderson, Sherri Vesch, Misty and Steven Ford, Robert Southwick, David Southwick, Michael Southwick, April Browning, Wayne and Crystal Potts, David Potts. A host of cousins, extended family, and friends. Cheyenne was preceded in death by a grandfather, Wayne Potts. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 31, 2011 at 3:30 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville with Tim Howze (Padre) officiating. Interment followed in the Stantonville Cemetery at Stantonville, Tennessee.
Vernon Forrest Lowrance Vernon Forrest Lowrance was born March 4, 1951 in Hardeman County, Tennessee, the son of the late Rev. James Edward and Ruby Lee Sisco Lowrance. He was united in marriage to Marchia Lee King on November 23, 1978. He drove a truck for the last twenty one years and had worked the last few years for Eagle Wings Transport. He enjoyed old cars and spending time with his family. Mr. Lowrance departed this life on October 27, 2011 at the age of 60 Years, 7 Months, 23 Days. He is survived by his wife Marchia Lee (King) Lowrance of Bethel Springs, TN; three daughters, Ginny Felker of Henderson, TN, Veroncia Jones and husband Aaron of Slidell, LA, Cassandra Pittman of Henderson, TN; two brothers, Thomas Lee Lowrance and wife Geraldine of Byhalia, MS, James Larry Lowrance and wife Annette of Bolivar, TN; seven grandchildren, Laura Felker, Katelyn Felker, Heaven Felker, Alayna Felker, Isaac Pittman, Avrie Jones, Victoria Jones. Memorial Services will be held on November 2, 2011 at 4:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors-Johnson Chapel in Henderson, Tennesssee.
Rhonda Lee Plunk Rhonda Lee Plunk, age 35, of Springfield, TN, died Friday, October 28, 2011, at Northcrest Hospital in Springfield, TN. She resided in Adamsville, TN, before moving to Springfield, TN. She was born in Bolivar, TN, on January 22, 1976, to Jerry Lee Plunk and the late Martha Cagle Plunk. She is survived by father, Jerry Lee Plunk - Springfield, TN, sisters, Judy Johnson - Springfield, TN, Rena Plunk - Saltillo, TN; brother, Darrin Plunk Springfield, TN, Fiance’ - Michael Schonchek - Springfield, TN, nieces: Destiny Plunk, Amelia Plunk, Jacalyn Kreutzman, and nephews: Jaggar Kreutzman, and Kenny Johnson Jr.
card of thanks
Jaggars Family The family of James Robert Jaggars, a Deputy of the Hardin County Sheriff’s Dept. wold like to thank the many people who participated in the benefit held for him on October 8th. Many thanks to the 100 + bikers in the Motorcycle Rally lead by Mickey “Ragman” Keeton, and McNairy County Sheriff, Guy Buck who came by Robert’s home and presented him with a shirt and the money raised by all the bikers who rode in the motorcycle rally. Thank you to McNairy County Sheriff, Guy Buck, Mickey “Ragman” Keeton for help planning and participating in the benefit at the Civic Center. There’s no way to thank everyone individually that helped plan and participated in this benefit. So to each and everyone that helped in any way, with this benefit, words can’t express how much you are appreciated. To all that have brought food to the home, that came to visit, gave cards including gifts of money, made phone calls, and the many friends that visited him at home, at The Med, and the Jackson Hospital, all that have shown their kindness in any way, and most importantly, those that have prayed and continue to pray for him. Thank you. We would also like to thank everyone that rode and participated in the Iron Warriors Motorcycle Rally, October 22nd. All of the money collected by the Iron Warriors and the huge autographed banner presented to Officer Jaggars, is greatly appreciated. Robert stated, “He could not put into words the appreciation and many thanks for everyone that’s helped him and his family, since his injury”. The Family of Officer James Robert Jaggars More Card of Thanks Page 8 ...
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It looks like a big time for all the residents of this area come Saturday, Sept 15th. The Tri State Fair and Livestock Assoc of Corinth is bringing to Selmer their first ‘Welcome to the Fair Caravan.’ There will be free pink lemonade, children’s day passes and free balloons for all the children who attend the big show. Fair catalog and premium list for the grown-ups. New Testaments were presented to over 550 students at the Selmer High School by the Order of Gideons. Bibles were also placed at HumphreyPhillips Clinic. At a later date, Bibles will be place in all hotel and motel rooms in Selmer. McNairy county gave 143 pints of blood in the Red Cross effort, ‘Blood For Defense.’ Selmer Lions won over Bolivar squad last Friday night with a score of 7 to 0. No football players names given. The McNairy County Baptist Ass’n met at Bethel Springs Baptist church. The officers of this association, composed of 25 Baptist Church, are: Moderator - Rev A B Harris, pastor of Adamsville Baptist
DON SIMPSON Church; Vice Moderator - Rev Bertie Moore of Chewalla Baptist church; Clerk - Rev M E Hines of Ramer Baptist church. The Medody Etude Club was entertained by Mrs Annie Rea Olive in her home. New officers were installed with Mrs Dixie Ammons presiding. Don Simpson, the new president conducted the business and Joe Tackett, program chairman announced the program for the new year. The Junior Etude Club met in the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Ammons. The retiring president, Marjorie Steadman, presented the gavel to the new president Freida Ann Moore. Martha Jane Smith is program director. Lt James M Thompson, son of Mr and Mrs Z B Thompson of Selmer is assigned to a new post in Ft McClellan, Ala. Lt Thompson is a graduate of Selmer High School and received his degree in Civil engineering U T Knoxville. With the 1st Cav Div in Korea, Charles R Nichols, now in Korea, has been promoted to Sergeant. Seaman Recruits, George
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Mcnairy voices
looking back 60 years ago by Nancy Wardlow Kennedy
Mail to: Letters to the Editor, The Independent Appeal, P.O. Box 220, Selmer, TN
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Volume 107, Number 24, Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Sept 14, 1951
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The Independent Appeal welcomes your opinion. Letters to the editor are subject to editing or omission for length, style or libel. All letters must include the writer’s name and signature, as well as a phone number and address for verification. The Independent Appeal does not publish anonymous letters. Letters deemed suitable for publication will run as soon as possible after receipt on a space-available basis. Because of space limitations, letters should be limited to 400 words, about two double-spaced, typed pages, one letter per person every 90 days.
Are you going to the Fall Hog Food Festival? Alton Gilbert, son of Mrs Hattie Gilbert of Rt 1, Finger; Buel Ross Micheal, son of Mr and Mrs Charles L Micheal of Rt 2, Selmer; and Airman Recruit Claude Ray Robinson, son of Mr and Mrs William H Robinson of Finger, are undergoing training at US Navel Training Center in San Diego, Calif. The Selmer Speedway, growing in popularity, entertained a large crowd again last Tuesday night. Several of the fast cars put on fine exhibitions of good driving and furnished plenty of thrills for the crowd. Pfc Herbert L Locke, son of Mr and Mrs Erbie Locke of Rt Ramer, has been transferred to temporary duty at Kansas State Teachers College. The school is one of the civilian contact schools where Air Force personnel are now training. After training Locke will return to Biggs Air force Base at El Paso, Texas. Annual Report by D T Hamilton, Trustee: Balance on hand Sept 1, 1950: $552,046.40 + Revenue $1,173,369 = $1,695,416.21 - Disbursement $1,381,433.19 = $313,983.02 Balance on hand Aug 31, 1951. Pebble Hill: Mr and Mrs Earl Mills have a new granddaughter. An effort is being made to raise enough money to enlarge the cemetery here. See Mr O L Reid at his store or Mr Arvie Rickman or Mr Sam Rickman. News of the Colored: Sgt Osborn Roberts of Korea is visiting his aunt, Mrs Jewell Ledbetter. The Home Economics teacher, Mrs Lauthree Thompson carried the following girls to NHA day at Henderson: Misses Lois Faye Moore, Robbie Burgess, Juline Irving, Agnes Marie Smith. They were accompanied by Mrs Hattie Wynn. Cox’s Community by Dottie Jean Cox: Mrs Dorothy Cox had an operation at Madison County General. Mr Bill Roland has been away to guard camp. Billy Donahoe who has spent a long time in Korea is home on furlough. Otis Foster is home on furlough from the Navy. Mr and Mrs Bill Roland celebrated their wedding anniversary Sept 2. Miss Lucille Knight and Mr Thomas Cox were married Sept 1. They are making home with his parents. The children of Mr D F Fortune, Rt 3 Ramer, met last Sunday at his home, in honor of his 70th birthday. Present were: Mr and Mrs Howard Clifton, Don, Von and Brenda Kay; Mr and Mrs H C Boatman, Gayle, Glen and Faye; Mr and Mrs Herman Fortune, Terry, Kenneth and Jerry Wayne. In the afternoon they went to Pickwick Dam and other points of interest. My neighbors by Bill Paulson: Non-essential government spending at this time is too much like buying paint when your house is burning down. Tennessee Hunting Calendar, Fall and Winter 1951-52: Sept 16-30 First half Dove Sea-
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Why or Why not?
Barbara Jean Teet (Selmer):
Charles Berry (Selmer)
Wade Griggs (Ramer):
“No, I’m not. I just don’t care for things like that.”
“I’m going to the hog festival because I like good food and they always have good things in Selmer.”
“Probably so. I like the car show. It sounds like it will be fun. I think I’ll go up there.”
Donna Huntley (Finger): “Oh, yeah, sure.”
Patricia Walker (Selmer): Well, no. I gotta work.”
Elizabeth Wales (Bethel Springs) “Probably. It just sounds like fun.”
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Letter to the editor
Political issues facing Bethel Springs Dear Editor, I realize emotions are very much an issue in city government. I also understand that the Mayor and Board of Alderman have a moral obligation to the Bethel Springs, TN employees and it also has obligations to the citizens of Bethel Springs and each other. In response to the Independent Appeal article written by Jeff Whitten last week titled “Bethel employee responds to Alderman’s resignation”. First of all I would like to Thank Jeff for his work. I realize reporters can only report on what they are told or see. OK, some add to it, but I feel Jeff was accurate based on what he was told. I would like to just offer an opinion and reveal some questions that some may have concerning the resignation of Alderman Payne. I believe Alderman Payne has said her last words concerning her resignation. I am also confident that Mayor Cox being the professional that she is- has also said her last words concerning this matter. I believe Mayor Cox did not want this action to happen and I am also confident that it is neither what former Alderman Payne wanted. I am a part of a small business here within the city limits and from time to time both citizens and non-citizens have stopped by and shared their thoughts concerning the governing body of Bethel. I have lived in Bethel since 1985 off and on and I have even had individuals come to our home and express their concerns for Bethel over the last 20 plus
years. I’ll admit some of the discussions…well let’s just say they were out there and others have had great merits. The problem is and has always been communication. Bethel Springs is no different than a lot of other communities that “progress” has abandoned and we are in the fight for our very existence. Whether anyone wants to admit it for the most part our governing body is part time. Allow me to clarify. The very heart of a municipality is city hall. In Tennessee we have laws that keep our elected officials from meeting to make decisions concerning a municipality business off campus and to keep one or two individual from making the decision for all. The Mayor and Board positions are not defined as 40 hour job at a single location like city hall. I’m not saying our elected officials don’t give of their time and I believe some have given more than 40 hours a week. It is my opinion our elected official make a lot of decision based off what our employees inform them of. Now, I know our officials receive phone calls, letters and they are robbed of their time in public places and I am guilty of that myself. However, the day to day operation in my opinion is done by our employees. Let’s face it most of our Alderman have full time jobs so they are not at City Hall between 8 and 5, when the day to day life cycle is in place. Now, here is why I say that. My experience and education is going to sound foreign to some but this is what I believed
happened. There is a process called SPM (Streamedlined Performance Management). Whether you “reinvent “it or stick with the traditional process, performance management can become a tedious, time consuming, and administratively burdensome detail. From my years of experience as an Inventory Manager and a Quality Manager I have seen where accountability and responsibility thru paperwork somehow can defeat the whole purpose of performance management. However, as they say at first it looks like a necessary evil. That being said, as a manager, supervisor, elected official when you think of performance management the process has two components: The first is -Action: Performance management is at the core of everyone’s job. Management must manage the performance of their employees to ensure the goals management is responsible for achieving are, in fact, achieved. Employees must manage their own performance so they can deliver the results for which they are accountable. Then there is the Administration side, the second part-Performance management involves certain administrative tasks. These tasks include filling out forms and providing documentationin other words paperwork. Now, in all fairness to everyone we can all remember both newspapers articles and even TV stations which have covered meeting where the
citizens of Bethel have and still our complaining about our workforce, the money they make and the time they waste. If I had a dollar for every citizen who said something about the time our employees spend at work not working, drawing a paycheck and just burning up the clock, I could pay at least one or two water bills (lol). Now everyone knows or should know that Mayor Cox and two of the Alderman did not vote on our current water bill problems they were not even in office. I know former Alderman Payne is familiar with these issues because she has attended most of the city meetings as a citizen rather than an Alderman. I really feel her efforts by asking the employees to document their work was to open a discussion between the Mayor and Board to have a general idea about performance expectations and how they are and will be established. It doesn’t matter if you are two man lawnmower repair shop or the Governor of Tennessee performance expectation is an integral part of both management and the employee’s jobs. Completing the paperwork to document what has been agreed upon is an added, administrative task, I agree. But by discussing the results achieved is part of or was to be a part of the governing body as well as the employee’s jobs. In order to stream line the performance management process, one would want to optimize the action and minimize the paperwork over
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to members of our community who are serving in the armed forces: • Specialist Allen Alexander • SGT Joseph W. Baggett • SGT Andrew W. Bayless USMC • PFC Andy Bryant • Sgt. Kyle A. Brown, USMC • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • PVT Matlock Caffrey, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • CPL Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • SPC Mark A. Cooper, US Army • SGT James P. Crain • PFC Anthony “Tony” Crouse • SGT Major Joel Crouse • SP4 Richard Crouse • Aaron J. Cull Senior Airman U.S. Airforce • SGT Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • SGT Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Captain Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Corporal Bradley Eisenhut, USMC • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison
• LCPL Dwight A. Emily Jr. • PV2 Jana Estes • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson • PV2 Skyler Gammill, US Army • Lydia Gillis, US Navy E3 • Malcolm Gillis E6, US Army National Guard • SSGT Stephen R. Graham • Daniel Gray, USMC Lance Corporal • SGT Rob Gray, US Army • A1C Stephanie Lynn Griffin, USAF • SSGT Dustin Hamm, USMC • PFC Isaac Harville • Lieutenant Colonel (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • SPC Matthew Hemby, Army • SGT Brian W. Hendrix • SGT Timothy Hixon • Staff Sergeant Brian Lee Hood • Wes Huffman, Air Force • Private Alex Johnson, US Army • SGT Ricky L. Jordan, USMC • Army Officer 1st Lt. James Lax • Sergeant Joseph Lilly • Captain Troy E. Mathis
• 1st LT Jessica Mayfield, US Army in Iraq • SPC Ritchie A. McCrary • SPC Dustin McDonald • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF • Joshua Lane Meek, Army • Jeffery Mitchell, Lance Corporal • SSGT Patrick Michael Moore, Nat. Guard • SGT Major Paula Norris • Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • SPC Jeffery A. Pickett, US Army • SPC William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. Guard • SPC Robert H. Pittman, II • CPL James Scott Powell • CPL John M. Powell • Ernest Purez, Air Force • E4 Sophia Reinke • SGT. Charlie Rickman, US Army • John Robinson US Navy • S/ST Ryan Robinson Air Force • Angel Rodriguez, Petty Officer US Navy • SPC Blake Rudd • Specialist Robert Rzasa
• Veronica Sebree Petty Officer 3rd Class • Alan Seigers, Army • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy • CPL Gene Smith, USMC • SPC Hector Soto, Jr., Army • CPL Sam Speck, USMC • SGT Shaun Spicher, USMC • SPC Daniel Sullivan, Army • Jeremy Thompson • ET3 Jeremy Wilbanks, US Coast Guard • PVT Demaro Wiley, SC, Army National Guard • Joseph Lloyd Williams MM3 US Navy • Master Sergeant Stanley Wilson, USAF - Retired • SPC Jeffrey Witoszczak U.S. Army • Petty Officer James Matthew Wolford EDITOR’S NOTE: If your loved one has had a change in active duty status, please contact us at (731) 645-5346.
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reception
Wednesday, november 2, 2011
anniversary
birthday
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Wilson
60th Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Morganti Andrea Nicole Burns, daughter of Johnny and Belinda Burns of Ramer, TN and Tyler Jean Morganti, son of Jace and Karen Morganti of Jackson, TN, were married on October 22, 2011 on Crystal Beach in Destin, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Burns, parents of the bride, request the presence of family and friends at a reception on Nov. 5, 2011, from 6:30 to 8:30 in the evening at Unity Baptist Church, 791 Unity Church Rd., Ramer, TN, to honor the new couple.
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Wilson are celebrating their 60th anniversary. They were married November 3rd, 1951 in Corinth, MS. They have 2 sons; John & wife Reba, and Jim & wife Janice Wilson. They have 5 grandchildren; Adam, Andy, Andrea, Jenna and Amy Wilson, and 3 great-grandchildren; Kinley, Haylee, Hunter and another on the way in December. “We have been blessed and we thank the Lord for that” they said.
Brodie Michael LaDue
Happy 1st Birthday Brodie Michael LaDue celebrated his 1st birthday at his home in Saltillo, MS with family and friends. He turned one on August 22nd. His parents are Danny and Jane (Harris) LaDue of Saltillo, MS. His big brothers are Damon and Cade LaDue. Grandparents are Weldon and Wanda Harris of Adamsville and Keith and Vicky LaDue of Brandon, MS. His great-grandmothers are Madeleine Meek of Adamsville and Frances Philips of Polkville, MS.
In memory
card of thanks In memory
Dustin Cody Ray
Thank You The family of Nella Morgan would like to thank all of our family and friends for all their love, prayers, and acts of kindness during the loss of our loved one. Words cannot express our sincere appreciation. A special thank you to Shackelford Funeral Home, Robert Shackelford, Bro. Aaron Moss, the staff at Deaconess Home Health, McNairy Co. Health Care Center and McNairy Regional Hospital and all the pallbearers for making this event more bearable. May the Lord bless you all.
Ralph This day Nov. 2 would have been thirty-two years. The LORD took you home, but your memory is still near. I love you and miss you!
Nella Morgan Family
Happy Anniversary, Nancy
In Memory
Douglas Lowrance
In Memory of
10-12-54 to 11-01-06
Newana Vires
11/9/89 - 10/31/09 Dustin, I can’t believe it has been two years since you have been gone. I miss you, I love you. The tears still come. I remember so many fun times and some not so good. You never let anything stand in your way from doing what you wanted to do, including diabetes. You lived your life to the fullest. You had so many friends. You made an impression on everybody you met. You are missed greatly. We may not get to see you but we know that you are still there in our hearts. There is not a day that goes by I don’t think about you. I love you Dustin. Your little sister Krista and Mom
Miss Me - But Let Me Go When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little--but not too long And not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared Miss me--but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone. It’s all a part of the Master’s plan A step on the road to home. It’s been a year Mother, letting go is hard, but I know that is what you would want me to do. Your presence is with me wherever I go, your smile, your touch, your gentle sweet voice will remain in my heart always. I LOVE YOU MOTHER. Kay--Nicky, Freda, Joey
November enforcement roadblock plans No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why. Love Mom, Sybil, Roy, Stacie and Mike
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Let the games begin By Dorothy Goodrum Contributor
When someone mentions the Olympics do you think of the winter games or the summer games? Do you have a favorite competition you like to watch, maybe swimming, skiing, skating or gymnastics? When it is time for the Olympics a lot of us like the passing of the torch at the beginning but some may like the closing ceremony. The medals placed on our favorite athlete’s neck, whether gold, silver or bronze make us proud of our country. This week I watched as our residents at McNairy County Health Care Center competed in the Senior Olympics in Jackson, TN. They participated in wheelchair races, horseshoes, a bean bag toss and basketball hoops. There was also a dance competition and talent show. You name it, they had it. The opening ceremony included a beautiful parade complete with a horse and buggy, a covered wagon, an airplane, a ship and so much more. MCHCC’s theme was Cultural Choices from around the World so we traveled through the parade in our giant suitcase created by Ms. Patricia Simmons and Ms. Becky Dowty from our activities department. To represent the cultural choices around the world, Ms. Pat and Ms. Becky dressed our residents for the various countries they represented. Representing the USA were Mr. Ira Bates and Ms. Patty Whitman dressed as a farmer and his wife. The King and Queen of England were represented by Mr. Billy
Joe Carroll and Ms. Lucille McCormack. Mr. X. L. Hunter dressed in his “Crocodile Dundee” costume visited from Australia. Ms. Christine Melvin was an Eskimo, Mr. Malcolm Hooper was from Brazil and Ms. Elois McAfee was traveling all the way from Egypt. From Mexico we had Ms. Ann Manley, from India Ms. Maggie Lawson and from China we had Ms. Bernese Butler. Mr. James Campion traveled a long way from the country of Ireland. They all looked lovely dressed in their attire gathered around our beautifully decorated table. All our residents were so excited as they lined up to play the games. They all tried so hard to win a medal for our home. We brought home one medal but more important than that, we had a great time. There was lots of laughing, singing, clapping and dancing. It truly was a wonderful time for
all.
The staff of MCHCC are always excited to go with our residents to the Olympics. We boarded a bus and travelled together to the games. I always enjoy the conversation shared on the trip there and back. Our residents have so many things to share. They have a world of knowledge that they love to share when given the opportunity. Mr. X. L. Hunter and Mr. Billy Joe Carroll were the entertainment on my bus. Our bus driver said he had a wonderful time just listening to their stories. At the end of the day we returned home with some very tired residents but they all were very proud. What a wonderful benefit provided by our activities department. They do a great job keeping our residents active and involved! It was a great day for our staff and residents too. Until next time.....
Southwest Human Resource Agency is now accepting applications for energy assistance to assist low-income families with utility costs through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The fiscal year for this program is July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012. An applicant may receive assistance only once during the fiscal year. Applications for McNairy County are being taken at the SWHRA Community Service Center, 145 Circle Y Square, Selmer. Applicants must provide current proof of income, documentation of social security numbers for every member of household, an electric stub and/or a natural gas stub, and proof of any other energy costs within the past 12 months. Please call 645-5739 to schedule an appointment. Applications for LIHEAP
Crisis Assistance are also being accepted, as long as funding is available. No appointment is necessary. To qualify for crisis assistance, the low-income household must contain an elderly or disabled member, a child less than 6 years of age, or have documentation of a qualifying uncontrollable circumstance. A shut off notice must also be provided for electric or natural gas, or certify a lack of home delivered fuels. SWHRA will ensure that no person on the basis of handicap, race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin will be excluded from participation in, or be denied benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination in the operation of the LIHEAP program. This program is funded by the Tennessee Department of Human Services.
JarnAgin reunion
Bethel springs news By T. C. Williams The West Tennessee singing convention will be held at The Cool Springs Baptist Church in Henderson, TN, October 30, starting at 12 o’clock. New Bethel Choir will be a part of the program. You are always welcome to come & enjoy the service, also take a part. Shirley Williams & T. C. attended the 14th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet NAACP Bolivar, Hardeman County Branch on Friday night, October 21, 2011, at the National Guard Armory, Bolivar, TN. The theme was “The American Promise” with a large attendance. Chapters from across the state attended. Delicious food was served. The Keynote Speaker
was Dr. Victor R. Wilburn, Ph. D., Associate Professor, Southeast Missouri State University. Nathaniel E. Williams is on the sick list, has been unable to attend services at church, slowly improving. Nathaniel Shoate taken sick on Sunday. Our prayers are with the sick & shut-in. We had several birthdays this month at the church. Gladys Butler will celebrate on the 30th. Others will celebrate with family & friends. Happy Birthday to all. Douglas C. Williams & Melody Yelder of Nashville, TN came down for a visit with his parents, Eugene & Shirley Williams and other members of the family.
Hang in there. There’ll be problems to solve, hurdles to cross. Work hard and know you can cope, with God at your side, and Him as your guide, each day will bring you new hope. Eugene & Shirley Williams, Mozella Baldridge, Wheaty Martin, Robert C. Wiley, Theresa Horton & Maryln Wade, Iva Garrett, Ann Prather of Selmer, TN, R. Gardner & family from Paris, TN joined New Bethel at the singing convention on Sunday at Cool Spring Baptist Church in Henderson, TN for a wonderful time praising the Lord. Eric Jones & Jayla Jones from LaVerne, TN spent the weekend visiting her parents Mr. & Mrs.
Willie Sain, sister Chasity, other relatives & friends. Theresa Horton enjoyed her granddaughter & great-granddaughter in her home on Saturday. They had a wonderful time. The Memphis Conference of the U.M.W. executive committee meting met at Lone Oak U.M. United Methodist Church, Paducah, KY. Shirley Williams & Patricia Puritt of the Jackson District attended. They travelled with other districts of the conference. Tending life’s garden, Our life is like a garden that needs constant loving care, There are woes that doth beset us, Things that make life seem of air, So tend your garden daily.
The fourth annual Jarnagin family reunion was held Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011 at the Guys Community Center. We had 59 family and friends present, coming from Alabama, Florida,Georgia, Mississippi, Texas and Tennessee. Rebecca Sanders received the adult door prize of a large family picture frame. Hunter Justice received the child door prize of ten children’s games. Plaques were given for the youngest in attendance, Archer Lancester, ten months old; oldest in attendance, Vernice Lee McAlpin, 82 years old; and the one who traveled the greatest distance, Blondell McAlpin, 850 miles. We wish to thank Will and Lisa Jarnagin and helpers for sponsoring the reunion and all the good cooks who brought an abundance of good food.We look forward to next years reunion. Thanks to the folks at the Independent Appeal for all the good articles each week which helps us keep up with all the McNairy County news.
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time. In our last meeting one person asks to see the paperwork in question and the answer was it’s in the office but no one made an effort to retrieve it. I’m sure Alderman Payne’s intent was to reduce the paperwork as it gave some sort of recordable record over a certain period of time. In the long run her documentation request would have optimized the action which would create a more effective process and in the end would of minimizing administration and added free time for more important task. Now, one of the things I didn’t see in any article is the timeline of this paperwork, in other words how long and when it was given to the employees. You see most people don’t know unless you attend the meetings this last meeting marked three months Alderman Payne had asked about the paperwork. This problem didn’t just happen overnight. Now, I’m thinking out loud here but could you see Alderman ??? Going into his/her boss where he/she is a full time employee and saying- what you ask me to do; I’m not going to do it! What do you think his boss would tell him? I believe Alderman Payne was suggesting a streamline approach to the Mayor, the Board and our employees which included planningwhich would limit the number of results expectations; transform a series of tasks into a statement of expected results (paperwork). It would limit
the number of dimensions of competences; it would design and simplify a work planning template and would give an exposure test. I also believe her plan would define the roles of each employee, focus day to day conversations around the goals of the city, treat issues as problem solving and learning opportunities, have employee track their own performance in documentation not just words. So how do we in Bethel Springs appraise our employees? Do we allow our employees to tell us how good or bad they are? Now, the Mayor and the Board are going to defend that last question and they should. However, given the number of employees in Bethel and the way management is set up of said employees and compare them to how other municipalities hold their employees to a standard of accountability and responsibility, we have opportunity for improvement. I believe that is where Alderman Payne was going, her actions were to address the challenges and make those opportunities easier for everyone. Now, I’m not asking for brownie points here, but time and time again I have seen mayors more so Mayor Cox and certain Board members in our pas t take a stand for what they believed was right. Now, don’t get me wrong I like John Ross he has on more than one occasion gone beyond the call of duty for me personally and for my family and we have never had a cross word. That being said, sometime people get set in their ways and what
Mayor proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month WHEREAS, domestic violence is more than three times as likely to occur when couples are experiencing high levels of financial strain as when they are experiencing low levels of financial strain; and WHEREAS, the cost of intimate partner annually exceed $5.8 billion, including $4.1 billion in direct care expenses; and WHEREAS, the problem of domestic violence affects all citizens of Selmer, McNairy County, Tennessee crossing all racial, social, religious, ethnic, geographic and economic groups; and WHEREAS, the key to ending violence in a community is in having community efforts that insist that “violence is not tolerated Selmer, McNairy County”; WHEREAS, Wo/Men’s Resource and Rape Assistance Program and the Jackson/Madison County Task Force Against Domestic Violence in Jackson, Madison County continue to research efforts that are evidence based to help diminish domestic violence in our city and county. (David Robinson, Mayor of the City of Selmer and David Leckner, Mayor of the City of Adamsville both proclamed October, 2011 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Selmer, McNairy County, Tennessee. They further urged citizens to become aware of this destructive force in our socity and to become part of the efforts to stop violence in families.)
church news • Jesus Cares’ Needs Jesus Cares is in need of large and small household appliances in working order for the disadvantaged. They also need furniture, etc. These can be dropped off at the Selmer Walmart parking lot and Manpower on November 9th. Call the Jesus Cares office at 645-4388 for information. November 4 • Christmas Bazaar The Adamsville Church of God of Prophecy is having a Christmas Bazaar and Bake sale on Fri. Nov. 4th 8 am--4
pm and on Sat. Nov. 5th 8 am12 noon. Nice inside shopping Church located on Hwy 22 north. At the entrance of Aqua Glass. Lots of bargains. November 6 • Homecoming at Ramer Baptist Church Sunday school begins at 9 a.m. Morning worship begins at 10 a.m. Bro. James Young will be bringing the message. Pot luck lunch to follow. For more info call church at 731-645-5681.
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letter of resignation “Personally, I don’t feel like I have that support”. Remember, she had been asking for this paperwork going on three months. Thus, prompting John Ross comment, “You can’t run this place like a state garage”. Most of us know that Alderman Payne is fast approaching her 3rd decade as a state employee. So I guess it’s a good thing John doesn’t work for the state (lol). As far as what was printed in the paper that, “Payne verbally abused city employees on occasion when they did not do what she asked”. Maybe I’m wrong, but if an elected official ask you to do something and you don’t…isn’t that called insubordination? Did Alderman Payne’s face ever turn red when an employee challenged her? Did she raise her voice first or did the employee raise his or her voice when they told the Alderman, I’m not going to do it? I believe Alderman Payne is trying to do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do and someone tells her “I’m not going to do it”. Yep, she is going to get red faced and a little loud. Was she provoked? Was she brought to anger? But for all of us who know her she is nowhere near the person the article makes her sound like. She has always been a giver and servant doing the best she could. So to me that statement is definitely wrong and a bad choice of words, Alderman Payne in my thoughts was trying to be fair but also firm in her actions for incorporating a better way… never abusive.
some see as a “need” some see as a “hindrance”. In Jeff’s article he quotes John as saying, “Payne tried to make employees fill out an impractical amount of paperwork.” “She said the Mayor and Alderman disagree with her on nearly everything it wasn’t like that at all. She wanted us to do paperwork the employees and the board didn’t thank that was necessary”. If that was the case, my question is did the Mayor or other Board Members tell Alderman Payne, we really appreciate your efforts but it is too much for our employees. We think they are doing things the right way; we don’t need to add to their work load. I stated earlier this did not happen overnight but I assure you no other member told Alderman Payne her plans were too difficult. If they had she would of adjusted- thus in her letter of resignation she states, “I have tried to implement policies that would cut down on spending, wastefulness, and hold employees accountable for the work they do versus the compensation they receive”. She ask for a travel log, photo inventory, a purchasing policy, work report of logged hours, etc…do not most employers ask for this type of data? She then goes on to say in her letter, “I am a member of the Board and must have the support of the Mayor and other members in order to be effective”, which tells me Alderman Payne understood Section 11 of the Charter. Alderman Payne said in her
overspending, education, aging population, loss of revenue, etc…. Most people who are much smarter than I am contribute these problems to “Oversights” and I think when you hear and read their reports it all goes back to holding someone accountable and responsible. I don’t think Alderman Payne’s request was unfair and I tried to explain in my opening paragraphs when you have truthful information in the form of a written document you can always streamline and reduce. However, if you never start you will never know! Einstein once said, “Insanity is: Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results”. He also said, “The only real valuable thing is initiative”. I really, think that is all Alderman Payne was doing was taking initiative. Trust me I know Alderman Payne and it was never about wanting to run things by herself it was about doing the right thing for Bethel! I understand John Ross position and please understand I have the upmost respect for him and his opinions but in the future if a municipality is to receive funding from higher government authority the issue of managing your assets is a real possibility in receiving funds that are much needed here and our biggest asset is our employees and governing body. Respectfully, Randy Hart Registered Voter, Citizen of Bethel Springs, former Alderman Payne’s brother-in-law and a friend to John Ross
community events Multiple Date Events • Open Forum at the Village Coffeehouse Open Forum at the Village Coffeehouse, 141 W Court Ave: now at 7:00 p.m. EACH Tuesday night. Come to discuss ways to be involved and work together in our community. • Christmas “Angel Tree” program needs sponsors The Christmas “Angel Tree” program coordinated through the McNairy County Family Resource Center is in desperate need of sponsors! Your support is greatly needed! Please consider sponsoring a child/ children or sending in a monetary donation to the Family Resource Center to help get children sponsored. • Breast Cancer Awareness Shirts For Sale The Pink Chics Relay for Life team is selling Breast Cancer Awareness shirts to raise money for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. The Passion for Pink shirts come
in light pink, chocolate brown and dark heather gray and are available in short and long sleeve. Prices for small thru xlarge are $12 for short sleeve and $15 for long. Add $3 to the cost for 2x thru 4x. For information or to place an order please contact Kristy at 662808-3504 or kristypk@hotmail. com or Lisa at 662-287-3605 or lisareneparks@hotmail.com. • Adamsville Rescue Squad Do you have a few hours a month to volunteer to help someone. Become a Rescue Squad member. Meeting held 2nd and 4th Thursday nights each month at 6 p.m. at 113 Enterprise Drive in Adamsville. • McNairy Co. Senior Center Trip to Branson Fun-filled 5 day - 4 night Branson Show Extravaganza - Nov. 28 - Dec. 2. Includes transportation, lodging, 8 meals & admission to 7 shows. Cost is $474 per person. Space limited. Call Cindy Thrasher at 632-0302.
• Senior Circle Day Trip Duck Hunter Shoots Angel – A play at The Renaissance Center, Dickson, Tuesday November 29 - $50 per person complete w/lunch buffet. Call Senior Circle Office at 646-2322 Deadline is Nov. 7. November 4 • Stantonville Fish Fry The Stantonville Fire Dept. will be having a fish fry at the Civic Center on Friday, November 4, from 4-7 p.m. Fish, chicken strips and popcorn shrimp will be served. Carry out available. $10 per adult and $6 per half order. All proceeds go to the Fire Dept. November 5 • Benefit singing To help with final expenses for Jimmy Dickson, husband of Louie Miller Dickson. Starts
at 3 p.m. at Bethel Springs Co mmunity Center - singing box supper - cakes raffle & sale items. For info call Pat Cates at 668-5125, Marie at 934-4910 or Janice at 610-5036. • Square Dance Purdy Community Center Saturday Nov. 5, 7:30 - 10 p.m. Admission $4 (under 12 free) Concessions - no alcoholic beverages allowed November 7 • McNairy County Democrat Women McNairy County Democrat Womens Group will meet Mon. 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the headquarters. Bring some finger foods for dinner. Guest speaker for our meeting is Diane Davis a member of the TN Democrat
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Now, I don’t know if this should alarm anyone especially tax payers that the city employees leave keys in the equipment valued at 10, 50, or even maybe 100,000.00 and not only that the gate is unlocked! Now, I really can’t get excited about that at the moment because I can remember my wife and I walking the track where the equipment is kept in our park and we have noticed numerous times the gate being unlocked and keys in the equipment. But now everyone knows it. Which I refer to my earlier statement about our elected officials relying on our employees, they just take for granted that certain things are done but then there again if there was a checklist and a signature and date required on daily paperwork…. Something else that bothers me was the statement, about taking the keys, hiding them or keeping them away from the workers because they didn’t do there paperwork, I’m not buying that at all…Someone got their words messed up on that one. OK, Alderman Payne did in her resignation letter take a jab at another Alderman because he feels the work sessions were not serious and has quit attending but everyone is entitled to their opinion and everyone in towns knows he doesn’t attend. Look America and Bethel both have problems. I watched president Obama’s speech a couple of weeks ago and I’ve watched the Republication presidential debates. We both in America and Bethel have problems, unemployment,
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McNairy County Health Care shows support for Breast Cancer Awareness
On Friday, October 21, the staff of McNairy County Health Care joined together to show their support for breast cancer awareness by dressing in pink or in shirts that showed support for those who have been affected by this terrible disease.
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ment Information Day At Selmer Senior Center from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. To enroll or switch plans, bring Medicare card and all prescription drugs with you. For info contact Hollie Knight at 6457843. • Team Frog Cancer Support Group Meeting Monthly meeting Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at Selmer Senior Center. Join us for free dinner and entertainment. For cancer patients, survivors and their families. For information or reservations contact Hollie Knight at 645-7843. November 9 • Family Medical Leave Act WEOC Workshop Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Tennessee Technology Center at Crump. Lunch provided. RSVP by Monday, November 7 to Scott Bradford at 731-660-6604 or email scott.braford@tn.gov. November 10 • Shackelford Sunrise Shackelford Sunrise program will host their free grief support group meeting on Thursday November 10th at 7 pm in the Chamber of Commerce building. Come and be strengthened as we share our experiences together. November 11, 2011 • Cats host Veteran’s Day Program at MCHS gym
The Cats In Action service group of McNairy Central will host a Veteran’s Day program honoring and celebrating those who served their country in the Armed Forces beginning at 9 a.m. The event will take place in the MCHS gym and all military personnel, those who have served and are currently serving, are invited to attend. Our honored guests are also invited to stay after the program for light snacks in the Commons. Please RSVP to 645-3226 or by email to cheshirem@mcnairy.org. November 12 • 8th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Walk/Run Hosted by Savannah Christian Academy. Pre-registered entry fee by 11/8 $15, $20 after - For info call 731-926-1504, Prizes, awards - all ages allowed • Bethel Springs Community Wide Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 12 at 12 p.m. Turkey & ham provided – Bring a side dish/ desert and enjoy good food & fellowship. For info call JoAnna (Jodi) DuBois 934-4170 or 610-2647 or Voni Hart at 439-0472 • Museum Open House Saturday, Nov 12 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. We are celebrating 15 years since the Museum was started. Live exhibits: D’Ray Horton will be spinning wool thread. Needles-N-Pins will be doing hand quilting. Knitting, crocheting and painting. Come help us celebrate!
court briefs McNairy County General Sessions Court Danny Akins - Driving on suspended DL - pay costs, DL suspended for 6 months, supervised prob.; Failure to appear - pay costs, sent. to 10 days, supervised prob. Bobby G. Baggett - Public intoxication - pay costs, sent. to 4 days, supervised prob.; Poss. weapon sent. to 4 days, supervised prob.; pay costs once Jeffery L. Batie - Burglary - Bound over to Grand Jury; Theft of property - Bound over to Grand Jury Roy L. Burns - Driving on suspended DL - fined $25 & costs, sent. to 24 hours, supervised prob., not drive in TN 6 months Jonathan W. Buss - Domestic assault - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Raymond D. Butts - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob.; Contributing to dependency/neglect - sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob. Antonio M. Cabrera - Driving w/o DL - fined $50 & costs, supervised prob. Felicia D. Carter - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment costs William F. Conner - Simple poss./ casual exchange - fined $250 & costs, sent. to 48 hours, supervised prob., alcohol/drug eval. Travis Criswell - Reckless driving - dismissed on payment of costs Maxine Cunningham - pay costs, sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob., failure to appear Shelia M. Ervin - Theft - Bound over to Grand Jury Tabitha L. Gaines - Reckless driving - fined $50 & costs Gregory B. Gray - Driving on suspended DL - pay costs, supervised prob. Kimberly Gray - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob. Jason David Harris - Driving on suspended DL - 2nd - fined $25 & costs, sent. to 48 hours, supervised prob., no drive in TN 6 months, alcohol/drug eval.; Simple Poss./casual exchange - fined $250, sent. to 48 hours, supervised prob., no drive in TN 6 months Sandra Harty - Assault attempt - pay costs, sent. to 17 days, supervised prob. Danny W. Jernigan - Driving on
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revoked DL - fined $100 & costs, sent. to 6 months, jail sus. supervised prob. until paid Cayce Johnson - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Johnnie G. Johnson - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Andrew D. Jones - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob., defendant has obtained DL Shellie D. King - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Anthony M. Knight - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to 15 days, no contact w/victim, supervised prob. Douglas L. Lee, Jr. - DUI 1st - fined $350 & costs, sent. to 11M29D, susp. to 48 hours, supervised prob., no drive in TN 1 year, DUI school, alcohol/drug eval. Timothy McCain - Vandalism - pay costs, sent. to time served, supervised prob., rest. $20 Joseph McClain - Poss. drug paraphernalia attempt fined $150 & costs, sent. to 48 hours, supervised prob., drug eval. w/JACOA, Lucas McClain - Criminal trespass - pay costs, sent. to 12 hours, no contact w/victim, supervised prob. Sara A. McClellan - DUI 1st - fined $350 & costs $705.73, sent. to 5 days, supervised prob., 11 months 29 days, drug & alcohol eval. & counseling & rehab. no drive in TN 1 yr.; driving on suspended DL - fined $25, sent. to 5 days, supervised prob., no drive in TN 1 yr., alcohol/ drug eval. Jerry L. McQueen - Implied consent - fined $50 & costs, supervised prob. Shaun P. Murphy - Driving on suspended DL 2nd - fined $50 & costs, supervised prob., sent. to 3 days, 24 hours comm. service Arron Neddeau - Persn U/21 poss. beer - pay costs, eval. through JACOA Suzanne Phillips - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to 8 days, no contact w/victim, supervised prob. Gina M. Preslar - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob., Randall L. Reaves, Jr. - Public intoxication - fined $25
& costs, sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob. Tobaris D. Robinson - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to 24 hours Walter A. Robinson, JR. - Failure to appear - pay costs, sent. to 10 days, supervised prob. Zachary Sawyer - Shoplifting - pay costs, sent. to 10 days, supervised prob., rest. Brandon E. Shelton - Aggravated assault - Bound over to Grand Jury; Theft - Bound over to Grand Jury; Aggr. Crim. Trsp., - Bound over to Grand Jury; Second degree murder attempt - Bound over to Grand Jury Cindy J. Shipman - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Jamie D. Stricklin - Driving on revoked DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Ricky D. Surratt - Failure to appear - pay costs, sent. to 10 days, supervised prob. Stacy A. Sweat - Driving on sus-
pended DL - dismissed on payment costs Timmy A. Whitten - Driving on suspended DL - fined $25 & costs, DL suspended 6 months, supervised prob. Gunner L. Williams - Domestic assault - pay costs, sent. to time served, supervised prob.; Theft - pay costs, sent. to time served, supervised prob. Christopher Wilson - Theft - pay costs, sent. to 30 days, supervised prob.; DUI 1st offense fined $350, pay costs $705.73, 48 hour sentence, supervised prob. 11 months 29 days, drug & alcohol eval. & counseling & rehab. Christopher Wilson - Evading arrest - pay costs, sent. to 30 days, supervised prob. Melissa M. Young - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. Daniel Andrew Domer - Driving on suspended DL - dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob.
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Staff photo by Andy Alexander
Where in McNairy is a weekly contest in which readers are asked to identify a beautiful, unique, or overlooked locale within the county. To win, readers must be the first to identify the approximate location of our weekly photo. The winning entries will be sent to submissions@independentappeal.com and must contain the subject line ‘Where in McNairy,’ and a contact name and phone number in the e-mail body. We will identify each week’s winner in the following issue. Winners will receive a $15 gift card this week to the Lucky 13 Deli, 633 Mulberry Ave., Selmer The Independent Appeal is not responsible for lost, misdirected or undelivered emails. Week 5 winner: LeAnne Jones who submitted the correct guess of the Cotton Bails on Hwy. 142 in between Selmer and Stantonville and won a $15 gift certificate from Food Giant.
MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY Apostolic:
Life Tabernacle 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer Thomas Davis, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Baptist: Freewill: Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Interim Pastor: Bro. Jetta Forsythe
Locke Rd. Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Jim Outland, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. / Wed. 7 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 each month beginning at 10:30 a.m. with song service, preaching at 11 a.m.
Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11:15 a.m. Selmer Primitive Baptist Church Sunday night 5:00 p.m. (with exception of 1st & 3rd Sunday) 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer TV-18 Program 1st & 3rd Sunday at 3:00 p.m., Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor Wednesday night Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m. Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Shane Thompson, Pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Independent: Calvary Baptist Church Hwy. 22 North, Adamsville Pastor: Jimmy Cates Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Dr. S. Freed Ware, 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. First Baptist Church Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger Rev. Bobby Bray Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.
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Cypress Creek First Baptist Church 14 Falcon St., Selmer Pastor: Clifford Wynn Sunday School: 9 a.m. Worship: Sun. 10 a.m. / Wed. 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.
Eastview Baptist Church Hwy. 45 S., Eastview, TN Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy. 57 West, Ramer James Young, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.
Falcon Baptist Church 777 Falcon Rd., Selmer Bro. Mark Hoover, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 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.
First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main Street, Adamsville Phil Mitchell, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. Wednesday: 6:45 p.m.
Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Dr. Ronald Meeks, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church of Bethel Springs 142 Jackson St., Bethel Springs Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Michie 5658 Hwy 22 S., Michie Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. First Baptist Church of Selmer 310 W. Court Avenue, Selmer Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 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. Friendship Baptist Church 2370 Friendship Rd., Ramer Bro. Joy Foster Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Tim Elrod, Pastor 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 Nate Penland, Pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:15 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 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Bro. Harold King Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday: 10:15 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:15 p.m. Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Spr. Rev. Mike Hollaway, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday Discipleship Training: 5 p.m Wednesday: 7 p.m. Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy, TN Bro. Danny Rowland, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 7 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. New Vision Baptist Church 65 Linsey Lane, Selmer George Kyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:15 a.m. Sunday Night: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Cody Hill, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
West Shiloh Baptist Church 282 W. Shiloh Church Rd., Stantonville Bro. David Simmons, Pastor
Church of God of Prophecy:
Church of God of Prophecy Hwy. 22 N., Adamsville Butch Kephart, 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. Church of God of Prophecy 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs James Lawson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.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: 7:00 p.m.
Church of Christ: Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy. 22 S., Michie Joe Story, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Ray Wilson, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 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. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Eastside Church of Christ 1366 E. Poplar, Selmer Luke DeLavergne, Minister 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 Donald Woods, Minister Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Jeremy Weekley, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Liberty Church of Christ 1005 North Liberty Road Michie, TN 38357 731-239-4500 Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy. 142, Stantonville Larry Redmond, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Church of God: Bethel Springs Church of God 1814 Buena Vista Rd., Bethel Springs Aaron Moss, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God 910 Center Ridge Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Terry Resley, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 Sunday Morning Service: 10:45 Sunday Night Service: 5:30 Wednesday: 7:00 Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Rev. Tracy Sanders, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
Cumberland Presbyterian:
Sulphur Springs United Methodist Located on Sulphur Springs Rd., Selmer Jim Barber, Pastor Children’s Church: 11 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Union Grove United Methodist Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Stephen Webb, Pastor Sunday School: 10:20 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:20 a.m. Thurs. Bible Study: 6 p.m.
Mt. Vinson United Methodist 2100 Tommy Sanders Rd, Stantonville Glen Scott, Pastor Worship: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: 10:15 Pentecostal: Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church Limon Gage Road Bethel Springs, TN Pastor: Jonathan Tubbs Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Bethel Springs United Pentecostal 3591 Main St., Bethel Springs Jeff Young, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Ben Luttrell, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.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.
Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd, Ramer Jeff DeWees, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.
The Sanctuary of MPC 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30 Wednesday: 7 p.m.
New Salem Cumberland Presbyerian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs Earl Phelps, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.
Gateway Holiness Chapel 2342 Refuge Rd, Bethel Springs Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m. Thursday: 7 p.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, TN Pastor: Albert Brown Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Methodist: Adamsville First United Methodist 225 E Main St., Adamsville Rev. Dr. Toni Watson Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Jim Barber, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. First United Methodist Church P.O. Box 265, Selmer Rev. Mike Pilcher, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Wednesday: Supper 6:15 p.m. & Studies 7 p.m. Lebanon United Methodist Church 250 Chambers Store Rd., Michie Stephen Webb, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church Sticine Road Michie, TN Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 6:30 p.m. David Harstin, Pastor Pebble Hill Methodist Ch. 2768 Chambers Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Stantonville United Methodist Church 8351 Hwy 142, Stantonville, TN David Harstin, Pastor Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.
Presbyterian: Bethel Springs Presbyterian Church 59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Rev. Dr. Larry W. (Bud) Sizemore Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Bethesda Presbyterian Church 50 Bethesda Loop, Selmer Bro. Chris Dancer, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. First Presbyterian Church USA 800 Poplar Ave., Selmer Dr. James Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Fellowship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Mount Sharon Presbyterian Church 108 Mt. Sharon Rd., Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Roman Catholic: St. Jude the Apostle 1318 Poplar, Hwy. 64, Selmer Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. 1st. Saturday: 8 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: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Other/Non-Denominational: A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Believers’ Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Bill Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
First Christian Church 133 N. Third St., Selmer Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Faith Pointe Church 440 Hwy. 64, Adamsville Marcus Whitman, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Fellowship Church 142 South Y Shopping Center Selmer, Tennessee Wednesday - 7p.m. Sunday - 10 a.m. For info call 731-434-0097 www.onechurchnow.com
Moores School House Full Gospel Fellowship Church 115 Tull Road, Selmer 731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Nights: 7 p.m. Harvest Bible College Harvest Evangelistic Intl. Ministries Inc. 349 Old Hwy 45 S, Guys Roger Reece, Pastor Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Nights: 7 p.m. Petra Ministries Church 393 S. 6th Street Selmer, TN 38375 Phone 731-434-1002 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday Night: 6:00 P.M. Thursday Bible Study: 7:00 P.M. Pastors, Paul and Bonnie Young
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. Wednesday: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach Street, Selmer Bro. Paul Henley, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6 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 Street, Selmer Kerry Sanders, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Thursday night: 7 p.m.
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Volume 107, Number 24, Wednesday, November 2, 2011
NFL MVP Projection
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A real pain in the neck
By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
Through eight weeks of the NFL season fans, analysts and fantasy owners have enjoyed witnessing elite players do superhuman things while putting up eye-popping numbers in the process. Naturally, it makes us wonder who the most valuable player of those elite athletes and entertainers might be. The Chicago Bears have been carried by Matt Forte, who has already amassed over 1,000 all-purpose yards. Calvin Johnson is on pace to catch 20 touchdown passes for the Lions, and Detroit is off to a nice 6-2 start. As for Andrew quarterbacks, Tom Brady, Alexander Drew Brees, and Aaron Rodgers are executing like champions should. Each has thrown for at least 2,000 yards and 16 touchdowns thus far. We’re halfway through the season that we weren’t sure we would see, and despite the solid numbers and stellar performances from across the league, I can’t help but feel like the real MVP hasn’t emerged, and there’s a good chance that he won’t. “What is this crazy fool talking about,” you ask yourself. “How can someone be the MVP if they don’t play?” It may sound ridiculous, but before you pass judgment and completely write the theory off, at least hear me out. There is an immense void felt when watching the NFL this year. There’s a team out there emulating a black hole. It’s ripping the dreams of fans to pieces and sucking up any hope of finding productivity for our fantasy rosters. That void, that black hole, that dreadful nightmare of a team is making a strong case for voters to consider a player on their bench as the true MVP, and that team is the Indianapolis Colts. Their undisputed leader, Peyton Manning, has been sidelined for the entire season with a neck injury, and the Colts have gone from perennial AFC powerhouse to being the doormat of the league. While there’s much speculation about the origin of Manning’s injury, there is absolutely no speculation surrounding the impact his absence has had on the Colts. Before Manning’s injury became a pain in the Colts’ neck, the man started 208 consecutive games (second only to Brett Favre) from his rookie season in 1998 to the AFC Wildcard loss at the hands of the Jets in 2010. In that span of time, Manning has thrown for almost 55,000 yards (4,217.5 per/year) and is one passing touchdown shy of 400. The Colts haven’t been without his services for 13 seasons, and it shows. Indianapolis is currently winless eight games into the season. They’re ranked 30th in the league in points per game and total yards per game, and they’re ranked 27th in passing yards per game. With Manning taking the snaps the Colts averaged nearly 11 wins a season. With Manning holding a clipboard the Colts might never win again. Yes, players get hurt all the time, and I agree that it isn’t uncommon for their teams to struggle in their absence, but the difference here lies in the colossal discrepancies seen in the Colts’ effort and production when Manning isn’t under center. The Steelers won half their games when missing Ben Roethlisberger last season, and he’s a two-time Super Bowl winning quarterback. If Brady ever went down in New England, things would get complicated but Bill Belichick would work his magic and manage to win a few games. It’s not impossible to win without an elite signal caller, but the value of a player like Manning can only be measured when that player is taken out of the picture. If a picture is worth a thousand words, I only need one to describe the Manningless portrait the Colts have painted; horrendous. Seriously, his team needs him more than Charlie Sheen needs rehab. The Colts are so bad without Manning that FEMA has been called in to aid Indianapolis in disaster relief. A handful of season ticket holders are even offering to pay the Colts to play badminton on Sundays instead of football because they feel like they might actually get their money’s worth that way. What I’m really trying to say here is, if it isn’t obvious who is really the most valuable player in the league, then you’re either from Mars and know nothing of American football or you just haven’t watched the Colts play the season. Bottom line, Manning should be named the 2011 NFL MVP without taking a single snap. (The views in this column are the opinion of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Independent Appeal or its owner.)
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A host of McNairy Central Bobcat defenders stand a Lexington runner up and take him down in last Friday night’s season finale against the Tigers.
Bobcats make final stand By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer
McNairy Central Bobcats’ final game was on the road against the undefeated, topranked Lexington Tigers. The Bobcats came out with the lead but eventually fell 42-20 to the Tigers on the coldest night of the season. Losing wasn’t as upsetting as watching the senior athletes attend their final football game of their high school careers. Selected senior captains, Kennon Strickland, Juan Macias, Tyler Shumate, and Tanner Tranum stepped out onto the field to represent McNairy Central during the coin Staff Photo by Amanda Lowrance Emotions fly after the game as McNairy Central’s Seniors Casey toss. Lexington won the toss Akin, Justin Sutton, and Hayden Kiestler hold their helmets in but deferred, and the Bobcats elected to receive the kick. the air for the last time.
Glover steps down
Jarrett Mood returned the kickoff to the 28-yard-line. Senior Quarterback Hayden Kiestler handed off to Justin Sutton, who carried the ball across the 50-yard-line after four consecutive plays. Kiestler switched plays and handed possession to senior Jack Smith, who found a hole along the sideline for a gain of 26 yards. The referee flagged Central for holding and the 10yard penalty left the Bobcats at 37-yard-line. Kiestler pushed the ball 17 yards on a keeper. Sutton plowed into the defensive line and lost his helmet, but was able to gain a couple of yards on the play. Kiestler carried the ball inside the 10-yard-line on second down. The ball was brought back to the line of
scrimmage for third down and Coach Jim Glover called a time out. “We came out first series and did exactly what we wanted to do,” said Glover. “We wanted to eat up as much clock and control the tempo of the game. Before we scored, I looked up at the clock and we had taken seven minutes off the game.” The Bobcats struck first against the undefeated Tigers, scoring a touchdown with a hand off to Smith and a short run into the end zone with 4:52 remaining in the first quarter. Jacob Williams successfully kicked the PAT giving McNairy Central a 7-0 lead. The crowd was left con-
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By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer
On Halloween, as the school day drew to a close, Bobcat Football Head Coach Jim Glover turned in a letter of resignation to the McNairy Central High School Principal Cecil Stroup. The letter was addressed to Principal Stroup and was written in three or four short sentences. The letter thanked everyone for their support, especially to Principal Stroup. It stated that at this time he would resign from his position as head coach and to please share his thanks to Superintendent Charlie Miskelly and the school board. Glover gave the Independent Appeal a brief and understandable explanation. “My family and I had decided this was best and had made the decision about midseason, but I wanted to finish out the season with my team,” said Glover. “I have really enjoyed my three years as coach, but have missed some things in my family’s life.” Glover’s plan three years ago was to move here with his family from Humboldt. His two daughters Katherine Anne and Sarah Grace have both graduated from University School of Jackson, but are still a big part of his life. He was happy with his team, but his life wasn’t complete without his family. “I hate to lose a man of that caliber,” said Stroup. “He is a real personable individual. I think that he is liked by his players and assistant coaches. I just hate to lose good people and he is a good person.” Glover currently plans to stay a while Photos by Amanda Lowrance longer and maybe finish out the year at Coach Jim Glover turns and smiles at his team McNairy Central, but not as football coach.
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as he is drenched with the cooler of water after a homecoming victory over Jackson Central-Merry.
Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander
Will Barkley is blowing his whistle as the newest basketball coach at Adamsville Jr./Sr. High School.
New Cardinal coach preparing for flight By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
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damsville Junior High School’s boys’ basketball team has a new face pacing its sidelines during practices. On the junior high level, a revolving door at the coaching position is not irregular, but in Adamsville’s case, the team already knows it will be looking for another new coach before next season begins because its new coach has plans to jet when this
season ends. Will Barkley was recently named as the Junior Cards’ new head basketball coach and assistant coach to the varsity team. Barkley played basketball at Adamsville from 2001-2006. During his time spent on the varsity squad, he played under the whistle of AJSHS’s current principal, Greg Martin. “Will is extremely dedicated to whatever task he’s pursuing. When he came to us he was
See Barkley, 4B
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fused with a missed kick from Williams on the kickoff while attempting an onside kick. In the past, the Bobcats have pulled off the onside kick off. The second time around, Lexington fumbled the ball on the return and MCHS senior Kerby Gray was quick to recover. “We have been practicing these onside kicks for about five weeks, but it didn’t really work out,” said Glover. “We got the ball back anyway, but unfortunately we couldn’t punch it in for a 14-0 lead. I thought doing that would really put some momentum on our side.” The Bobcats got as far as 31 yards from the goal line, but eventually turned the ball over on downs around midfield. Lexington scored after a 5 yard gain and a tremendous 53 yard carry to the end zone. The game was tied up 7-7 to end the first quarter. McNairy punted to prevent another turnover to the 20-yardline, but Lexington returned the punt to midfield. The Tigers made another short run and scored big on the second play of the drive with a 37-yard touchdown run. Lexington’s quarterback set the Bobcats back 14-7 with his second touchdown in the first 14 minutes of play. On the kickoff return, Mood unknowingly stepped out of bounds, which gave McNairy Central possession on their own 2-yard-line. Senior Casey Akin punted once again for the Bobcats after
Glover
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Next semester he will be teaching an American History class along with helping with inschool suspension. His wife is currently employed with USJ and Glover only spends time with his family on the weekend. Their plans of selling their house and moving to McNairy County changed with the weighing of some of life’s options. Before coaching at McNairy Central, Glover was football coach at USJ. He is unsure about coaching again, despite his long run and experience gained in the sport. Playing in District 14-AA, a stout football district in West Tenn., Glover finished his tenure as head coach of the Bobcats with a 7-19 record and a 7-23 record overall. “Personally I like him a lot,” said Stroup. “He always has something to say to everybody. His family situation played into this and he wants to bring
Staff Photo by Amanda Lowrance
Captains Kennon Strickland, Juan Macias, Tyler Shumate, and Tanner Tranum watch as the referee the coin in the air. several tried plays that resulted in a short gain of yards. Lexington returned the punt from the 33-yard-line for a third touchdown. While the effectiveness of the Tiger’s passing game was yet to be determined, their ground game was certainly excelling with a 21-7 lead and over seven minutes to go in the first half. Unable to break the Tiger defense, McNairy punted the ball after four attempts. Lexington then inched their way into the end zone to top the Bobcats 28-7 in the first half. Lexington received the kickoff after half time and scored
their remaining two touchdowns in the third quarter, bumping the score to 42-7. McNairy scored two touchdowns of their own in the fourth. With a touchdown run from Jack Smith after a pass from Kiestler and a PAT the board read 42-14. With less than two minutes to go in the game, Gray snagged a turnover, giving the Bobcats possession and Kiestler snuck the ball past the defenders for the second touchdown to finish the game at 42-20. “The kids played hard,” said Glover. “The one thing that I am really proud of is our seniors and their parents and ev-
erything that they have done, contributed, and sacrificed over the last three or four years. It’s a great bunch of kids and I am just really proud to be their coach.” McNairy Central finished their season 2-8, with district wins over Fayette Ware and Jackson Central-Merry. “They have done a wonderful job,” said Glover. “I told them that anything that any of the staff could ever do for them, they are just a phone call away. They are always welcome to come back to the field house and be a part of the program, because once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat.”
his family closer. I understand and of course time goes on.” When Coach Glover introduced his players at Meet the Bobcats, he knew every player’s name, position, and what made them special. He never talked bad about his players and only wanted the best for his team. He will undoubtedly be remembered for the lucky argyle pants. Glover wore these pants as if they were a weapon. “There are some liability issues if you wear them close to a busy street,” said Glover, jokingly after a comment once about his lucky pants. Nevertheless, he has always been respectable to the people of McNairy County. Glover has been a terrific role model and has always been professional, courteous, and kind. McNairy Central has grown with Glover’s knowledge and experiences on and off the field. Even though he has only been a part of the team for three years, the game will certainly not be the same without him. He will be missed.
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Week #9 Results: Penn St. 10, Illinois 7; Oklahoma 58, Kansas St. 17; Georgia 24, Florida 20; Georgia Tech 31, Clemson 17; Stanford 56, USC 48 Week #10 Games: Texas Tech @ Texas, Michigan @ Iowa, Texas A&M @ Oklahoma, South Carolina @ Arkansas, LSU @ Alabama
AHS Head Coach Brandon Gray
AHS Asst. Coach Renard Woodmore
2011 Record: 30-15
2011 Record: 28-17
Week #9: 4-1 Week #10 Picks: Texas Michigan Oklahoma Arkansas Alabama
Week #9: 3-2 Week #10 Picks: Texas Tech Michigan Oklahoma Arkansas LSU
“L.S.-WHO”
“The game of the year... LSU’s defense will dominate this game.”
MCHS Head Coach Jim Glover
MCHS Asst. Coach Brandon Alldredge
2011 Record: 27-18
2011 Record: 31-14
2011 Record: 33-12
Week #9: 3-2 Week #10 Picks:
Week #9: 3-2 Week #10 Picks:
Texas Michigan Oklahoma South Carolina Alabama
Texas Iowa Oklahoma Arkansas Alabama
Week #9: 4-1 Week #10 Picks: Texas Michigan Oklahoma Arkansas LSU “Defense is the theme of the game... Possible final score, 5-3 LSU.”
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Special Needs Athletics – Selmer is proud to announce the start of its next sport for Special Needs Athletes. SNA – Selmer Soccer will begin games on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 6:30 p.m. All games will be played at the Selmer Community Center at 230 N. 5th Street in Selmer. The games will run for six weeks, with the last game being played on December 20th. If you have a Special Needs Athlete that is not currently signed up you may contact Linda Taylor at (731) 610-7557 for information on how to do so. SNA – Selmer is looking forward to a season of soccer that is as fun and successful as the baseball season was. Everyone is invited to come and cheer on these great athletes.
5K Run for the Paws
The 2nd Annual 5K Run for the Paws will be held at on Saturday, Nov. 5. to benefit the McNairy County Humane Society. Walkers, joggers, and fun runners are welcome, and water stations will be set up along the course. The race will begin promptly at 9 a.m., and will begin at the Adamsville Community Center (The Marty) on Park Avenue next to Buford Pusser Memorial Park. Race-day registration will begin at 7:45 a.m. And will run until 8:45 a.m. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishes from each age group. Age groups are as follows: 9-and-Under, 10-14,
15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-and-Over, and Wheelchairs. For more information contact 5K coordinators at (731) 632-0391 or by email at bebjoe65@ yahoo.com.
Adamsville Jr. Pro Basketball
Adamsville Jr. Pro basketball signups will begin the first week of November and will run through the first week of December. Drafts will begin the first week of December. Signup forms can be found at Adamsville City Hall, or interested parties can sign up through Adamsville Parks and Recreation. All forms will be turned in to Bubba Martin. For more information, contact Martin at (731) 610-2093.
All-Star Soccer in Adamsville
Adamsville Parks and Recreation Department will host an all-star soccer even Saturday, Nov. 5 at Cardinal Field behind Adamsville Elementary School. The Adamsville Under-14 All-Stars will take on an all-girl rec team coached by Richard White. The game will begin at 11 a.m.
TDWA Wrestling
TDWA Wrestling will host an event every Saturday night at the Selmer Jaycees Building. Bell time is 7 p.m., and the doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults. Children 6 and under get in for free.
Perfection lost, records McNairy Central broken, Luck continues Edward Jones By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
The 2011 Independent Appeal’s College Pick’em saw milestones attained, undefeated teams fall, and a future firstround draft pick persevere in Week #9’s games. What this week did not see was a winner in our group of Facebook contestants, so this week’s gift certificate will carry over to next week, doubling up the prize for Week #10’s winner. Jared Donahoe and Jon Garner finished at 4-1, but their records were not enough to evoke the tiebreaker because head coaches Brandon Gray and Jim Glover both had four correct picks as well. We are a little over halfway through the college football season and the race to see who has the firmest grasp on the college football scene is getting tighter every week. Glover is one game behind Coach Renard Woodmore, who is 28-17 through nine weeks. Gray is a couple games ahead of Woodmore with a 30-15 record and only a game behind Coach Brandon Alldredge, who sits in second place with a 31-14 record while yours truly is only one game in front of him with a 32-13 record. Against my better judgment, I went out on a limb with Kansas State in Week #9, but the limb snapped when Oklahoma destroyed the 8th ranked Wildcats 58-17 while Landry Jones threw for 505 yards, breaking the school record previously held by Sam Bradford.
Joe Paterno surpassed Eddie Robinson (Grambling State University 1941-’97) on the list of winningest NCAA Division I college football coaches when his Nittany Lions defeated the Fighting Illini of Illinois 10-7 in a sloppy game played in even sloppier weather to give the Penn State legend 409 career victories.
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Log onto Facebook, “Like” our page, and submit your picks for Week #10 to compete for a $50 gift certificate to Saw Meal Restaurant in Adamsville. Georgia overcame an underwhelming performance from quarterback Aaron Murray and what can only be described as horrible special teams play to beat the Florida Gators 24-20 in the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party. The BCS’s 5th ranked Clemson Tigers were stung by the Yellow Jacket ground game in Atlanta as Georgia Tech went on to rush for 383 yards, handing Clemson their first loss of the 2011 season. Stanford’s luck did not run out as the Cardinal avoided their first loss of the season with a thrilling 56-48 triple-overtime victory over Benedict Kiffin’s USC Trojans. The win was enough for Heisman-hopeful Andrew Luck and his Cardinal teammates to crack the BCS’s top 5.
Week #10: Area High School Football Results Team-Result (Record, District) Lexington- 42 (10-0, 7-0) McNairy Central- 20 (2-8, 2-5) Hardin County- 31 (4-6, 1-3) Jackson North Side- 14 (2-8, 0-4) Chester County- 52 (8-2, 5-2) Fayette-Ware- 6 (0-10, 0-7)
Speaking of top 5 teams... Week #10 showcases the game we have all been waiting for. LSU will travel to Tuscaloosa, Ala. to tangle with the Crimson Tide in a matchup of the nation’s top 2 BCS teams. Everything will be on the line as the Tide and the Tigers fight for SEC supremacy. South Carolina and Arkansas both moved up in the rankings as well after staving off disastrous upsets to Tennessee and Vanderbilt, but one of these teams will not stay in the top 10 after the Gamecocks and Razorbacks do battle in Fayetteville. Future SEC member Texas A&M lost to another future SEC team, the Missouri Tigers, in Week #9. That loss might have been the beginning of the end for the Aggies’ season as they will journey to Oklahoma to take on the Sooners in Week #10, and will follow that up with games against Kansas St. and Texas. The Longhorns are stampeding back into BCS relevance and could do themselves some good if they can do what their rival Oklahoma could not do; beat the Red Raiders of Texas Tech at home. Rounding out our five challenging games, Michigan will attempt to beat the Iowa Hawkeyes for the first time since 2006. If they do so, the Wolverines will improve to 8-1 on the season and will remain tied for the top spot in the Big Ten’s Legends Division.
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McNairy Central Bobcat Kerby Gray receives a game ball from Sam Vise after being named the Edward Jones Player of the Week. Gray had a huge game on defense for MCHS, racking up 16 tackles, two fumble recoveries, and one forced fumble in last Friday’s game against Lexington to earn himself the honors. Gray reached an MCHS milestone in the game by surpassing former Bobcat Willie Loving’s 126 total tackles to become McNairy Central’s record holder for most tackles in a single season with 132.
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Lions raise money with free-throws By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer
The SMS FT-a-thon was held last Saturday at Selmer Middle School as their annual basketball fundraising event. The junior high boys and girls shot 100 free-throws each and their individual sponsors donated money according to how many shots were made.
Selmer has found a win-win way to raise money through an event where the players receive practice on free-throw shooting and receive the money needed to help fund their yearly expenses. Sponsors have no specific contribution and the donation range per shot falls between five cents and one dollar per shot made.
The money raised will gear toward pregame meals and the athletic banquet. The top percentage freethrow shooters from the boys’ and girls’ and the player raising the most money will receive a prize. The judges will tally the scores and the winners will be announced before Thursday’s home game against Michie.
Tip-Off Classic By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
Adamsville Jr./Sr. High School hosted the annual Tip-Off Classic preseason basketball jamboree last Tuesday night for McNairy County junior high and middle school basketball teams. The annual event is played each year before the beginning of the junior high and middle school basketball season. Each game’s duration was 10 minutes in length, and the teams played with a running clock, meaning the clock did not stop for fouls or when the ball changed possession as a result of going out of bounds. In the first nine minutes of each contest, free-throws were awarded only after shooting fouls. In the last minute of each game the clock was operated as if it were a normal game. Also in the final minute, non-shooting fouls were enforced and resulted in one-and-one free-throw attempts. Game clock management was essential because each team had one timeout per game. Boys’ and Girls’ teams from Michie, Ramer, Bethel Springs, Selmer, and Adamsville competed in this year’s jamboree, and games began at 5:30 p.m. sharp. Each team played their 10 min-
ute matchup and another game began briefly after the previous game had been concluded. Each team played two games apiece. The girls’ teams played first and were followed by the boys. The Junior Lady Cardinals of Adamsville began the night’s event with a game against Ramer. The Lady Ramer Eagles turned around to play the Lady Michie Blue Devils right after, and Michie followed that game up with a matchup against the Lady Rebels of Bethel. Bethel’s girls then matched up against the Selmer Lady Lions, and the Lady Lions closed out the girls’ action with a game against Adamsville. The boys began shortly after the girls’ games concluded. Adamsville’s boys battled Ramer’s. Ramer then took on Michie. Michie followed that game up with one against Bethel. The Rebels turned around to face Selmer, and then the Lions closed out the Tip-Off Classic with the night’s final game against the Cardinals. Results from the 2011 Tip-Off Classic preseason junior high and middle school jamboree were not available at the time of print. Look for complete coverage of the entire event, including pictures, statistics and results in next week’s edition of the Independent Appeal.
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Will Barkley’s dream aircraft, the FA-18 Hornet, creates a vapor cloud as it breaks the sound barrier over the Pacific Ocean.
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small, he knew he wanted to be a good basketball player and no one worked harder to do that than Will,” said Martin. “Everything he was able to accomplish in his career here is a tribute to his work ethic. By the time he left, he was one of the better players we had ever coached.” Barkley was a gifted shooting guard that played varsity basketball beginning in his sophomore season. Adamsville was 56-24 with him on the roster. In Barkley’s senior season, he was voted as the unanimous District 15-A Most Valuable Player by the coaches, and the Cardinal MVP by his teammates. He was also chosen to the All-District and All-Region teams his senior year. As a junior, Barkley was named Cardinal Offensive MVP, which is an impressive feat considering he played with one of the top scorers in AHS history, TJ Robinson. Barkley also held the title of team captain his last two seasons as a Cardinal. The combination of being a great Adamsville basketball player and leader, a college graduate, and an incredibly hard worker sounds like the ideal characteristics any school would want for a coach, so why is the new coach already ready to take off? Barkley has long dreamed of becoming a pilot in the U.S. Marine Corps, and despite having a successful basketball career at AHS, a 3.49 GPA in college, a degree in Business Finance from Middle Tennessee State University, and a coaching position at a historically successful basketball program, he wishes to make that dream become a reality. “I couldn’t see myself sitting in front of a desk all day,” said Barkley. “I wanted something worthwhile. I want to go
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(Right) Lion Chaseton Whitten focuses and takes his time on his free-throw shots to ensure accuracy. (Left) Blocking out the noise in the gymnasium, Selmer’s Olivia Mitchell concentrates on form and visualizes the ball going through the hoop. to work each day excited about what lies ahead.” The adrenaline rush he remembers feeling when his father, a commercial pilot, took him to air shows as a child fuels his desire to be a pilot now and feel that rush firsthand. “I want to fly jets. Specifically the F-18,” said Barkley. “Imagine the adrenaline rush you would get going to work every day getting to hop into one of those things.” Barkley said the only other thing in his life that has ever made him feel that way was playing basketball for Adamsville. “[Flying] gives you that adrenaline rush you used to get when you’d run out in front of these Adamsville fans,” said Barkley. “I still get chills thinking about some of those games. It is unreal.” He’s been missing that sensation since being away from basketball. “I kind of lost the feeling and being back here now, even though the games haven’t started, I’m getting that itch back,” the young coach said. “There’s no other feeling like it.” Barkley will have his work cut out for him. Not only with a team that finished last season 1-13, but with the rigors of being accepted to such a prestigious group of pilots. He is currently immersed in the application process of being accepted into Officer Candidate School. “It’s a long, drawn-out process with a lot of hoops to jump through,” said Barkley. The process includes the submission of his college transcript, a written essay, a list of volunteering hours, and multiple letters of recommendation on top of an incredibly difficult Marine Physical Fitness Test and health evaluations that include an EKG, chest X-ray, eye tests, hearing tests, blood tests, a urinalysis, height and weight measurements, and a meeting
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with the flight surgeon. Barkley’s physical fitness is tested once a month until OCS begins and includes him completing 100 sit-ups in under two minutes, 20 pullups, and a three mile run in under 18 minutes. The maximum score for the test is 300. “Right now, I’m at about 250, maybe a little higher,” said Barkley. “I’ll go for my next PFT in November in Memphis.” If accepted, Barkley will begin serving his country and training in OCS next June, and will begin Aviation Pre-flight Indoctrination, which lasts for ten weeks and will educate him on the finer points of survival skills, parachuting, ejection techniques, and water landing procedures. “They really put you through the ringer at API,” said Barkley. Tony Barkley, Will’s father, knows the road ahead of his son is long, but is confident of his son and proud of him for giving back to his community and to his country. “He’s got a long way to go, but I’m glad he’s putting forth the effort,” said Barkley’s father. “I’m proud he has graduated and got his degree, and now he’s giving back.” Barkley says his mother and father are his biggest influences. “They are a huge reason why I think I can be a leader in the military like I’m trying to do,” said Barkley. “It’s unreal how great my parents are. They’re outstanding people morally, ethically, and they were great about teaching me right from wrong.” Barkley also feels like the coaching he received from Martin and Chad Austin while at Adamsville played a major role in developing the leadership qualities he feels will make him a good soldier and coach. “Those two guys meant a lot. They were both great role models.” said Barkley. He will attempt to imple-
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ment their coaching styles and his will to win in the upcoming season, and looks back on his playing career to motivate his undersized team. “We weren’t going to step out on the court and beat somebody because we were more athletic or bigger. We won games because we were a cohesive unit that knew our roles and we executed,” Barkley said. “Seeing that hard work and that cohesion translate into success on the court has taught me what works as a leader and what doesn’t.” Barkley believes the team could get off to a rocky start simply because coaching is new to him and some of the things he’s teaching his players are new to them. “There’s going to be a learning curve,” he said, “but when it’s all said and done, I think we’re going to be pretty successful this season.” The Cardinals’ new varsity head coach, Nathaniel Root, feels the same way. “You can already tell the immediate impact that Will has had on these players from day one,” said Root. “When Martin and I sat down and talked about it, I thought it’d be a great fit for our young guys in our junior high program to be around a guy who is still young and who has a reputation around here for being a player and a hard worker. That will be a great influence on them, even if it’s just for one year.” If things go as Barkley plans after his season coaching AJHS, he will serve his country by patrolling the skies, protecting our boarders, and preserving American freedom until he is eligible for retirement. Afterward, he will return to coaching and teaching. “In 10 or 20 years I hope I’m soaring in the sky somewhere,” said Barkley, “but when that 20 is up this is where I see myself. Back in coaching; making it full-circle.”
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Cardinals’ bowling season rolling along Cardinal Bowling Schedule 2011 Oct. 6 vs Hardin Co. Oct. 24 @ Munford Oct. 25 vs Dyersburg Nov. 7 @ Brighton Nov. 8 vs Munford Nov. 15 vs Dyer Co. Nov. 17 @ Hardin Co. Nov. 28 @ Dyersburg Dec. 1 vs Brighton Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander
Lady Cardinal Bowling Team: (Front) Tiranny Peterson, Katilyn Blattler, Janet Beltran (Back) Kanesha Wright, Julia Hall, Emily Surratt, Coach Ronnie Christopher, Breanna Taylor, Nicole Ross, Amron Forsythe.
Match Results
By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
*-Denotes Win
Adamsville High School’s boys’ and girls’ bowling teams opened their seasons on Oct. 8 with loses to Hardin County, but since bother have enjoyed success. On Oct. 25 both, the boys and the girls, were victorious over the Dyersburg Trojans at Savannah Bowling Center. The boys won17-10 and the girls won 27-0. Sophomore Cardinal Logan Young finished with the day’s best game for the boys with 185, and Junior Lady Cardinal Amron Forsythe rolled 201 for the top game on the girls’ side. One day before, Adamsville traveled to Barlett, Tenn. and took on the Munford Cougars. The Lady Cardinals had their way with the Lady Cougars, winning 23-4. Adamsville’s boys were not as fortunate, falling to Munford 24-3. Young and Forsythe, once again, turned in the strongest single game performances. Young bowled 174 and Forsythe posted 221. The boys are currently 1-2 while the girls enjoy a 2-1 record. AHS’s next match will be played against the Brighton Cardinals in Barlett at 2:30 p.m.
Juvenile Hunt yeilds success
Adamsville vs Munford Boys Game 1: Logan Young- 108 Eli Prather-160 Cody Anglin- 98 Brad Wilkins- 159 Austin Starling- 118 Cody Campbell- 102 Pin Fall-745
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Cardinal Bowling Team: (Front) Austin Starling, Brad Wilkins, Randy Dumont (Back) Logan Young, Cody Anglin, Cody Campbell, Eli Prather, and Head Coach Jason Carman Pin Fall- 842* Girls Game 2: Amron Forsythe- 221* Nicole Ross- 142* Emily Surratt- 129* Julia Hall- 134* Katilyn Blattler- 90 Breanna Taylor- 93 Pin Fall- 809*
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Boys Game 3: Logan Young- 142 Eli Prather- 80 Cody Anglin- 87 Brad Wilkins- 139* Austin Starling- 128 Cody Campbell- 116 Pin Fall- 692
Boys Game 1: Logan Young- 185* Eli Prather- 97 Randy Dumont- 116* Brad Wilkins- 146* Austin Starling- 163* Cody Campbell- 117* Pin Total- 824*
Match Total- 2234
Boys Game 2: Logan Young- 122* Eli Prather- 121 Randy Dumont- 79 Brad Wilkins- 154* Austin Starling- 154* Cody Campbell- 102 Pin Total- 732*
Match Total- 2524*
Girls Game 3: Amron Forsythe- 172* Nicole Ross- 124* Julia Hall- 145* Katilyn Blattler- 106* Kanesha Wright- 112* Tiranny Petersen- 101* Pin Fall- 760*
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Girls Game 2: Amron Forsythe- 201* Breanna Taylor- 134* Emily Surratt- 156* Janet Beltran- 99* Kanesha Wright- 129* Katilyn Blattler- 92* Pin Fall- 811*
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Boys Game 2: Logan Young- 174 Eli Prather- 169 Randy Dumont- 76 Brad Wilkins- 160* Austin Starling- 143* Cody Campbell- 75 Pin Fall-797
Girls Game 1: Amron Forsythe- 169* Nicole Ross- 173* Emily Surratt- 136* Julia Hall- 142* Kanesha Wright- 67 Breanna Taylor- 155*
Boys Game 3: Logan Young- 153* Eli Prather- 88 Randy Dumont- 96 Brad Wilkins- 154* Austin Starling- 148 Cody Campbell- 118* Pin Fall- 752
911 will begin the process of enhancing the GIS Mapping System by collecting photos of the front of houses or the view of the drive from the roadway. This will allow the dispatchers the ability to have an accurate photo of your house, should you call 911 from a landline phone. This will aid in helping Police, Fire, or EMS locate you, when seconds are crucial. These useful tips will also help us in maintaining that our map and database remain as accurate as possible. 1. Notify the 911 business office when you move in or out of a residence. 2. Notify the 911 business office with any new landline phone number. 3. When building a new house, mark your driveway, so that we may collect an accurate GPS point. (This is usually done by placing flags or stakes on each side of the drive). 4. Notify the 911 business office should you change the appearance of the front of your house or drive, so we may take an updated photo. As always, we ask that you display your house number in front of your residence by the roadway. This is the best way for the responding agencies to find you, and will guarantee that we are placing the correct pictures to the correct address. We are excited to get this project underway and feel that it will better serve the citizens of McNairy County in their time of need. We will be driving a white Ford Expedition with Government Service plates, while collecting the photos. Please feel free to call the business office at 731-645-5911, with any questions.
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MCHS state-bound after stellar performances
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The MCHS Band competed in the Bandmasters Championship at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis, Tenn. last Saturday. They earned a Superior rating for their performance. Colorguard and Percussion both placed 3rd in Class 3A. On Saturday, the MCHS Bobcat Band will compete in the Division II State Competition at Independence High School in Thompson’s Station, Tenn. at 1:45 p.m. The MCHS Band also competed in the Huntingdon Invitational Oct. 22. The results were Class1-A: 1st place Percussion, 1st place Field Commander, 2nd place Color Guard, 1st place Band. Division 3 Overall : 1st place Percussion, 1st Place Field Commander, 3rd place Color Guard, and Grand Champion. The MCHS band placed 1st overall out of 19 competing bands.
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Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture Julius Johnson presented $150,000 check to FFA officers. Following the presentation, they celebrated the grand opening of the McNairy County Agricultural Learning Center with Rural Development State Director Bobby Goode, Master of Ceremonies Jai Templeton, Tennessee Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture and other state and local dignitaries, including school board members, county commissioners, and elected officials in attendance. McNairy County Agricultural Learning Center is located on High School Road in Selmer adjacent to MCHS (at the Fairgrounds.) The building was funded by a TDA Agricultural Enhancement Grant for construction and a Rural Development Grant for equipment. The process was coordinated locally by Ronnie Teague, Director of Career-Technical Education.
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Seven Adamsville High School students were inducted into the McNairy County Technical Honor Society last Thursday by Career-Technical teachers for their expertise in a technical field. Initiation fees were paid for by corporate sponsor Masco Bath. 2012 inductees are pictured above. (Front) Bolton Gean, Alyssa Finley, Kelsey Chambers, and Tyler Ashe. (Back) Trae Smalley, Jesse Berryman, and Hunter Sagely.
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SELMER ELEMENTARY/SELMER MIDDLE SCHOOL MENUS Monday, November 7, 2011 BREAKFAST Pancake/sausage stick/syrup, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Deli sandwich, chicken nuggets, rolls, fluffy whipped potatoes, green beans, chilled peaches, choice of juice, choice of milk Tuesday, November 8, 2011 BREAKFAST Biscuit & chocolate gravy, cereal choice, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Mexican taco, glazed ham, chef salad deluxe, rolls, tiny whole potatoes, peas & carrots, salsa, pineapple chunks, choice of juice, choice of milk Wednesday, November 9, 2011 BREAKFAST Sausage bagel pizza, yogurt parfait, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Mini burgers, chicken noodle soup, chef salad deluxe, cheese toast, sweet potato fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, strawberries & bananas, choice of juice, choice of milk Thursday, November 10, 2011 BREAKFAST Mini pancakes w/syrup, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Breaded chicken sandwich, spaghetti & meat sauce, chef salad deluxe, bread sticks, fluffy whipped potatoes, green peas, Mandarin oranges, choice of juice, choice of milk Friday, November 11, 2011 BREAKFAST Chicken nuggets w/biscuit, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Pepperoni stuffed crust pizza, BBQ sandwich, chef salad deluxe, French fries, baked beans, creamy cole slaw, applesauce, Happy Birthday Cake, choice of juice, choice of milk ADAMSVILLE JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Monday, November 7, 2011 Pepperoni wedge pizza, chicken rings, taco bar, rolls, French fries, WK corn, lima beans, macaroni & cheese, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Tuesday, November 8, 2011 Pizza sticks/sauce, meat loaf, deli sandwich, hot dog/potato bar, cornbread, French fries, stewed potatoes, purple hull peas, turnip greens, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Wednesday, November 9, 2011 Pepperoni stuffed crust pizza, cheeseburger, Oriental bar, French fries, WK corn, sweet potato fries, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Thursday, November 10, 2011 Sausage stuffed crust pizza, chicken noodle soup, hot ham & cheese sandwich, salad bar, cheese toast, French fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, mixed vegetables, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Friday, November 11, 2011 Single pepperoni pizza, grilled chicken sandwich, Mexican bar, French fries, Mexicali corn, ranchero beans, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk MCNAIRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Monday, November 7 ,2011 Single cheese pizza, chicken rings, Mexican bar, rolls, French fries, WK corn, lima beans, macaroni & cheese, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Tuesday, November 8, 2011 Sausage stuffed crust pizza, steak & gravy, hot dog bar, rolls, French fries, fluffy whipped potatoes, green beans, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Wednesday, November 9, 2011 Pepperoni wedge pizza, cheeseburger, salad bar, French fries, WK corn, sweet potato fries, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Thursday, November 10, 2011 Pizza sticks/sauce, chicken noodle soup, deli bar, cheese toast, French fries, spicy Italian potato chunks, glazed carrots, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Friday, November 11, 2011 Cheese stuffed crust pizza, ravioli casserole, taco bar, rolls, French fries, fluffy whipped potatoes, green peas, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk
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UPCOMING EVENTS: Nov. 2
•HOSA Blood Drive 8:30 - 12:00 •Progress Reports
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•Seniors Order Invitations during lunch
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•Sophomores take PLAN Test @ UTM
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The National Honor Society inducted 34 new members on October 27. Students may apply for membership, and are selected based on their community involvement and service, extracurricular activities, leadership roles, and honors and recognition received. New members for 2012 are (l to r) Row 1: Charity Surratt, Kaitlin Wheatley, Amanda Terwilliger, Makinley Steward, Chelsea Bodiford, Madison Jobe, Macayla Holley, Brittney Kirk, Kasey Kennedy, Allie Pitts, Kayla Berry, Brittany Rickman, Norlecia Harris Row 2: Keisha Lambert, Mikaela Rowland, Hope Anderson, Jacie King, Hannah Weatherford, Grant Saum, Macee Taylor, Molly George, Brandon Thurman, Meredith Goodman, April Coleson, Kooper Davis, Anna Kate Whitley, Charlie Rankin, Emily Kennedy, Shelby Kennedy, Marcus Nash, Krystin Kennedy, Craig Mullins, Allie Swims.
Nov. 5
•Miss MCHS Pageant 3:00
NationalTechnical Honor Society
Nov. 8
•FBLA Mtg during HR •FCCLA mtg during HR •Meet the Bobcats 6:00
Nov. 1
•Veteran’s Day Program 9:00 am
Nov. 12
•Basketball Jamboree @ Scotts Hill 7:30
Nov. 15
•Pep Rally •BB vs Madison (H) Hall of Fame 6:00
Nov. 17
•BB vs Northside (A) Hall of Fame 6:00
photo by Lisa Forsythe
The National Technical Honor Society inducted six new members on October 27. Members are nominated by Career-Technical teachers for expertise in a technical field. Corporate sponsor Masco Bath pays the initiation fees for national membership as well as sponsoring community service projects for the group. Inducted for 2012
were (from l to r) Robert Russell, son of Terrie Butler and Robert Russell, Brittney Kirk, daughter of Cindy Kennedy and Donnie Kirk, Kasey Kennedy, daughter of Wade and Cindy Kennedy, Grant Saum, son of Keith and Cheryl Saum, Sarah Beth Stephens, daughter of Carey and Laurie Stephens, and Zack Holmes, son of Wes and Dana Holmes.
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101 - for sale New 2BR Homes. Delivery+Setup $25,950.00. Clayton Homes Supercenter of Corinth. 1/4 mile past Hospital on 72West. New 3 BR, 2BA Homes. Delivery+Setup $29,950.00. Clayton Homes Supercenter of Corinth. 1/4 mile past Hospital on 72 West. New 4BR, 2BA Homes. Delivery+Setup $44,500.00. Clayton Homes Supercenter of Corinth. 1/4 mile past Hospital on 72 West. Contact Gary 662287-4600.(22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29, 30,31,32,33)
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102 - for rent
102 - for rent
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102 - for rent
KENNETH SWEAT Rental: Committed to providing safe & affordable family friendly homes 1,2, & 3 bedroom apartments, townhouses, trailers, & houses. NO pets!! NO Crack/ Party Houses!! Ref & deposit required. (731) 610-0807, (731) 645-3130 (TF)
3BD, 2BA range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer/dryer. No pets. $500/ month + deposit. 3BD,1BA range, refrigerator. No pets. $400/month + deposit. Call 645-5288 (TF)
2BD, 1BA house, newly remodeled. $450/month. With 15 acres of good hunting land. $550/month. Also has 2 outbuildings. New dishwasher, new cabinets. Call 645-5860. (TF)
Large room in home, good for older or elderly lady. All utilities and cable included $100/weekly or $400/monthly. Call (731)574-1103 or (901)5698116. (24)
2BD, 1BA Good neighborhood, has shop. $395/month + $350 deposit. References required. 243 Forest. Call 439-2900. (TF)
House for Rent: Nice country home, 3 acres, big yard, concrete front porch, wood deck on back. 3BD, 2BA central heat/air. Dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, large rooms, lots of closet space. 1425 Thurman Tull Loop, Bethel Springs. $650/month + 1st/last + deposit. Call Brian 925-7771 or 4381170. (23,24)
Davis Yancy Road at Miss-Tenn State Line. 3BD, 1BA. $450/month + $450 deposit. (662) 287-7875. (TF)
ALEXANDER APTS. in Adamsville: 2 bedrooms & Townhouses w/stove/ ref furnished. Washer/Dryer hook-ups included. Call Sonya @ (731)926-0507 or Earl at (731) 727-4823 (TF) ECONOMY INN Motel: Low weekly rates. Free wireless internet, microwave & refrigerator. (731) 645-6155 (TF)
Clearance Sale on Display Homes save $$ on your new home. Doublewides & Singlewides available. Large selection WINDHAM HOMES, Corinth MS 1-888-287-6996 (TF)
Oakwood Apartments in Selmer: 1 bedroom. $325.00 mo. 2 bedroom. $350.00 mo. Both require deposits. No pets. 731-610-2877 or 731-645-5288. (TF)
New house for sale by owner. 3BD, 2BA, Bonus dining room. Seller to pay 100% closing, $1000 Visa gift card to the buyer. $134,900. Contact Casey (731)439-1576. (TF)
Apts. for rent near downtown. Good neighborhood. 3 Bedroom upstairs for $295; 2 Bedroom upstairs for $275; References & deposit required. 731-439-2900. (TF)
For Sale By Owner: Custom built 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, brick home, 9’ ceilings, large crown molding, maple cabinets hardwood floors, 2 car garage. Located in Old South Estates. Walking distance to golf course in Adamsville. Built in 2006. Shown by appointment only. Call 610-7600. (TF)
For Lease: 2 bedroom 1 bath house in Selmer, new paneling and carpet on corner lot $475.00 plus deposit. Discount for seniors. Call 645-3220 or 439-7086 (TF)
SELL IT FAST! Advertise in the Independent Appeal
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Building for rent. 100ft. x 25ft. 127 Court Ave. $600/month. Call 9344316. (TF) 2BD, 1BA Duplex on Coleman Ln. No pets. $350/month + deposit. Call 610-6614. (23,24)
3BD, 1BA central heat/air and carport. No pets. $400/month + deposit + lease. 3BD, 2BA central heat/air, new carpet, paint, renovated. No pets. $550/month + deposit + lease. Call 610-2877. (TF) House for Rent: 3BD, 1BA house in country. No pets. Call 645-9853. (24)
215A Court Ave. Selmer, TN
House for Rent: 3BD, 1BA Newly remodeled, central heat/air. No pets. $450/month + deposit. Call 610-2182. (24,25)
Carla Hall Broker/Owner
(731) 645-4255
OFFICE FOR RENT
www.hallsrealtytn.com
1410 - Crestwood Dr., Saulsbury - $28,000 * Gated Community * 4 lakes *Club house * Secluded living *Carport * Lg porch * Patio area * Sun room *Garden spot * Seller will consider all offers.
113 North 2nd Street Selmer, next to Independent Appeal. Please call Ann at (731) 645-3241 days
4511 - Cypress Tank Rd., Pocahontas- $49,900 * Ranch style * Rural area * Carport * Hardwood floors * 3 Bedroom * 2 Full baths * 1 ac +/-
4111 - Plum St., Selmer - $44,900 * Ranch *3 Bedroom *2 Bath *Carport *City Amenities *Lot *Near schools
LAND LAND LAND 3611 - Hwy 64 W., Selmer - Old home place, with barn still on the property. Wooded and open 2.80 ac +/- located out town. 15,900 1610 - Eldie Foster Rd., Selmer - 142 ac.+/2511 - Hurst Ln., Selmer - $48,500 of mostly wooded land, some cleared fields, *Ranch Style * Fireplace* Carport * Shop * 3 Bedrooms * 1.5 Baths * Private* 2 ac +/and a spring on the property. $166,900.
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3BD, 2BA house in Guys area. No pets. $500/month + $400 deposit. (731)239-8850. (24) House for Rent: 2BD, 1BA includes washer/dryer/refrigerator/stove. 526 Circle Hill Drive, Selmer. $375/month + $375 deposit. Call (731)438-7082. (24) 3BD, 1BA on 367 Pharr Ave. Selmer. $350/month with deposit. Call 4396314. (24)
401 - for sale Dell laptop $400 under warranty. Also laptop repair. 731-925-6183. (TF) QUALITY USED CELL PHONES: Just insert your SIM card! Located at IT’S A BARGAIN, just south of Wal-Mart on Hwy 45. Farm Fresh eggs and lots to look at, Check out our guitars and music stuff! Sale each week! (TF) For sale: Wurlitzer console piano. Great condition. Oak finish. $500. Serious inquires only. 645-3867. (23,24)
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automobiles 201 - autos We have 1997-2008 Jeep Wrangler parts, 1996-2004 Ford Mustang GT Parts, Start building your DEMOLITION DERBY CAR for Sept. 9-10. Rules at Raceway Auto and Truck Parts. 731-925-8000. (TF) 2001 Ford Focus White 4-Door, Auto, A/C Rebuild Engine, Extra Nice 731-925-7771 $3450.00 (TF) 1998 Honda Odyssey Van. Grey. Looks, runs and drives good. Great Condition. Ready to go. 731-9257771 $3450.00 (TF) 1997 Ford F-150 Super Cab. 3-door, Black and Silver, 4.6, Auto. Real Nice. 731-925-7771 $3950.00 (TF)
Storage buildings. Rental returns or new factory direct. Cash or rentto-own. Hwy 45 S. Corinth, MS. Call (662)415-8180. (23,24,25,26) 1994 34 ft carrilite camper. Emerald series, 5th wheel, fully self contained, generator, onboard washer and dryer, 2 owners. $10,900 obo. Call 610-5024 or 439-0139. (24) Tappan white natural gas cook stove. Self cleaning. works perfect. $100. Call 610-0422. (24) 1 white camper top for 1997 F-150 Super Cab short bed, $500.00. 1 camper top for long bed pick-up, $100.00. Call (731)645-9585, 7am4pm Mon.- Sat. (24) New 4ft.x50ft. Rolls chainlink wire, $20.00. Dog kennels, $160.00. 16ft. Trailer, $650.00. 1340 Hwy 64, Crump, TN. Sat. Nov. 5th. (24)
2001 Kia Sephia. White, 4-door. Auto, A/C, Great Car. 731-925-7771 $3250.00 (TF) 1991 Corvette 350 Tuneport Auto. All original. Been sitting up. Fiberglass Perfect. 731-925-7771 $3500.00 (TF) 2003 Suzuki Aero, White, Auto, Cold A/C. Only 75K. Great Car. 731925-7771 $3950.00 (TF)
402 - wanted We Buy Scrap Metal, Specializing in Junk Cars, Trucks, Vans and SUV’s. WE PAY CASH!! Will pay top dollar for buses, combines, big trucks and heavy scrap. Free pick-up. Will pay over $500 for some vehicles!! NO TITLE NEEDED!! (731) 610-8666 (TF)
2004 Monte Carlo SS, Black, Runs, looks and drives great. 731-925-7771 $4450 (TF)
402 - wanted
501 - professional services
Buying junked and wrecked vehicles. Will beat all other prices within reason. Paying cash, no checks. No title needed. Call today, get paid today. Call 731-610-8827. (TF)
Track Hoe and Dozer Work. Call 731-610-8666. (TF)
A1 prices paid for junked, wrecked or good running vehicles. Up to $15000. Call Dave @ 731-632-5104 or 731-727-6962. (22,23,24,25) 10 ft. all metal trailer, including deck, with lights, tilt or back gate, good tires, and safety chains. Call anytime 610-3028. (24)
404 - pets/livestock Registered Border Collie puppies for sale. 3 females and 1 male. $125 each. Call 610-2096. (TF) Puppy for sale to a good home. Pit/ chihuahua/fiest mix. 3-4 months old. Loves to run outside. Need to sell asap. $150. Call 453-5568. (24)
405 - yard/estate sales Multiple Estates Sale- “Flea Market Style” Harper Square Mall, Corinth, MS. Nov. 3rd,4th,5th. 9am-6pm. Roseville, old santas, parson chairs, silver flatware, late 1810’s blanket chest, oak highboy, dolls, and more. (24)
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services 501 - professional services SUBCONTRACTOR, HOUSE leveling, Rotting sills replaced, Floors, plumbing and tile. OVER 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE!! Phone Doug Butler @ (731)239-8945. FREE ESTIMATES (TF) AGREED DIVORCES $299.00 plus court costs. 645-8557. (TF)
ABSOLUTE AUCTION
Sat., November 19th - 10:00 A.M.
203 - equipment
Estate of Robert K. Beck
Mahindra Tractors & Implements, Full line of Vermeer Hay Equipment. D & C Hay Equipment, LLC Hwy 117, 4 miles South of Adamsville. (731)6323608. (TF)
4598 Highway 45 S - Selmer, TN
Farm equipment for sale. 135 Massey ferguson tractor. New paint job and new tires. Culivator and bush hog. Call (731)925-7495 or (731)9258507. (24)
204 - recreational 16 ft boat (no boat trailer). Will trade for what you have. Prefer outside lawn or picnic set. 731-645-5860 (TF)
3 Bedroom 1 Bath Home on .55+/-acres
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Real Estate Terms and Conditions: Real Estate sells at 10:30 a.m. Twenty percent (20%) down day of sale as non-refundable earnest money. Ten percent (10%) Buyer’s Premium will be added to the bid to determine the total purchase price of the real estate. Balance due and closing within 30 days. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: The 10-day period for all lead-based paint inspections will occur prior to the Auction date. All bidders must sign a waiver of the 10-day post sale inspection period. All announcements made day of sale take precedence over any other announcements, internet, or printed advertisements. Real Estate is sold in “As Is Where Is” condition. Call to schedule an appointment to make inspection. Personal Property Terms and Conditions: 10% Buyer’s Premium. Full payment must be made day of sale.
employment 301 - job opportunities DANCERS WANTED: No experience necessary, must be 18 years old. Make money and have fun. Also, part-time bartender and waitress. Call Cherries after 5 pm, Monday thru Saturday. 662-286-2877 (17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24) Drivers: Local and OTR. Weekend Hometime + Paid vacations. NoTouch + Safety Bonuses. CDL-A w/ 2yrs. Exp. 24 yoa. Call 800-273-2392. (23,24) Mortgage company needs processor. Experience preferred, will entertain training. Send resume to deanvanover@hotmail.com. (24)
Kennedy’s Auction Service Real Estate - Auctions - Appraisals
Mark Kennedy Affiliate Broker (731) 645-6357 Tim Mast Broker (731) 610-5436 Office 645-5001
160 West Court Avenue Selmer, TN 38375 - Firm # 4834 www.kennedysauctionservice.com
Staff Development Coordinator Requirements:
• Managerial experience • 1 Year Healthcare or related field experience • Reliable transportation • Consistent work history with work references • No criminal background • Flexible Availability
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• Coordinate scheduling for caregivers • Manage daily activities • Rotate with on-call responsibilities
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Liz’s house cleaning. 20 Years experience, References. Call (731)6070693. (22,23,24,25)
Wednesday, november 2, 2011
HOME FOR SALE 545 Matrose Carroll Road
Come make this well built 3 BR-2BA home located in a good neighborhood (close to Corinth) yours today!
Bookkeeper with 30+ years experience looking for part time, full time or temporary work. Honest, hard working, organized and available immediately. Proficient in computer applications and enjoys learning and challenges. Please request resume at bookkeeperjobwanted@gmail.com. (23,24) KARAOKE WITH GARY & KIM. All types of music for all ages. Band system. Over 150K songs. Weekly bookings, parties, special events, weddings. Call Gary (731)645-0429 or Kim (731)610-2571. (23,24,25,26) Excavators work. Lot cleaning, culverts, storm clear up, install storm shelters and more. Call (731)6108666. (TF) Rebuilding of injector pumps, turbo chargers, and injectors. Lift pumps, filters, and fuel lines in stock. West Tenn. Diesel. (731)925-2710. (24,25,26,27,2 8,29,30,31,32,33,34,35)
Thinking about having a yard sale? Advertise it in the Independent Appeal
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3 Bedroom/2 Bath ... Hardwood floors in living, dining, and bedrooms. Tile bathrooms, tile in kitchen area, master bath has tile shower. Deck & pool in back of home. Home is 10 years old. Home is on 6.5 acres, has a 30 x 90 shop on land as well. Please leave message: 662-415-5184 (Serious Inquires Only Please).
ABSOLUTE AUCTION Saturday, Nov. 5th – 10:00 a.m. 858 White Avenue – Henderson, TN
Jack Johnson & Margaret stewart estates Lillian Russell Bedroom Suite, Sterling Silver, Antiques, Tools, Guns, etc. Terms and Conditions: 10% Buyer’s Premium discounted for cash or check. 13% Buyer’s Premium for Credit Card Purchases. Complete and full payment must be made day of sale. All announcements made day of sale take precedence over any other announcements, internet, or printed advertisements. All items sold on an “As Is Where Is” Basis. Payment can be made by either cash, check or all major credit cards.
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Wednesday, november 2, 2011 503 - public notices STATE OF TENNESSEE ) NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE COUNTY OF McNAIRY) WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Promissory Note heretofore executed by Jerry Wilson Matlock and wife, Patricia Matlock, bearing date of April 19, 2006, secured by a Deed of Trust of record in Trust Book 390, Page 345 and a Promissory Note executed by Jerry Wilson Matlock and wife, Patricia Matlock bearing date of November 20, 2008, secured by a Deed of Trust of record in Trust Book 392, Page 1920, all as recorded in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and which Deeds of Trust conveyed certain property as therein described to the Trustee therein named to secure Community South; and Whereas the undersigned was appointed and substi-
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tuted as Trustee pursuant to an Appointment of Substitute Trustee, dated August 3,2011, of record in Trust Book 403, Page 1662, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclosure was sent to the last known mailing address of Debtor by regular mail on August 11, 2011; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtednesses have been declared due and payable, and Melissa G. Stewart, as Substitute Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Trustee, will on Thursday, the 17th day of November, 2011 at 10:00 o’clock a.m. at the East door of the McNairy County Courthouse in Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described, to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all
other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deeds of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a steel post, the SEC of the land described in Deed Book 113, Page 398 Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, runs thence North 01 degrees 00 minutes 41.3 seconds East 431 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS CONVEYANCE, same being at an iron pipe in the west line of Moore, also marked by a fence; thence continuing North 01 degrees 00 minutes 41.3 seconds East, with Moore and fence, 240 feet to iron pipe, thence in a western direction perpendicular to first call 189 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 01 degrees 00 minutes 41.3 seconds West 240 feet to an iron pipe; thence in an eastern 189 feet to the point of beginning, and containing approximately one
acre, less. There is also conveyed to the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, the permanent use of a roadway or driveway beginning in Buena Vista Road and crossing the lands Grantors acquired from McDonald, a description of which is contained in said Deed Book 113, page 398, and which roadway or driveway continues on northward close to said Moore west boundary line into the lands described in Deed Book 113, page 398 to the south boundary line of the property herein conveyed. Grantors, their heirs and assigns, may also continue to use said roadway or driveway, permanently. Jerry Wilson Matlock and wife, Patricia Matlock obtained title to the foregoing real property by Warranty Deed of Wylie Wilson Matlock and wife, Genell Matlock, dated October 16, 1995, of record in Deed Book 151, Page 600, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. ALSO KNOWN AS: Map-61,
D R A Y S E L SA BIG INDOOR SALE Saturday, Nov. 5th from 9-5 Sunday, Nov. 6th from 12-5 1152 Pleasant Site Rd
Sweater dresses are here! 4 miles East of Walmart 1 mile down Pleasant Site Rd
3-4 FAMILY YARD SALE FRI., NOV. 4th SAT., NOV. 5th
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GARAGE SALE 325 BARKER ST. Adamsville
Fri. Nov. 4th - 7-3 Sat. Nov. 5th - 8 until? 56” projection TV and stand, paintball guns, girls clothes from infant to 10/12.
BIG SUPER YARD SALE FRI. & SAT. NOV. 4th & 5th 9 to 5 ONLY
YARD SALE
1389 Wenasoga Road Ramer
8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday Four Family Yard Sale. Baby boy items, young women items, home decor, and more.
HUGE
MOVING SALE!
5550 NEW HOPE RD. MICHIE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 5th 7 a.m. until ?
INSIDE YARD SALE 1135 WOODMONT
Friday & Saturday November 4th & 5th • 7 a.m. until ?? Furniture items, Tools/exercise equipment, China/odd dishes, Cooking utensils, Silverware/Knives, Bedding/ Towels/Pillows, Clothes/Jeans/Coats. Knick-Knacks.
YARD SALE Saturday, November 5 7 a.m. - 12 noon
257 Phillips Drive, Selmer
7 a.m. until ? 753 North Wood Drive Selmer, TN
across from Co-Op Fuel Pumps
(off Brooks Road at end of street) This is not your typical yard sale. The sale includes furniture such as a kingsize headboard and mattress, a twin-size solid oak headboard, footboard and mattress, tables, dressers, sofa, chairs, wicker room divider, lamps, televisions, kitchen appliances, bedspreads/comforters, chair cushions, a small amount of women’s size medium/large t-shirts, weed eaters and some other yard items, as well as some miscellaneous items. CASH ONLY No Early Birds.
YARD SALE
GARAGE SALE
YARD SALE
Winter clothes, summer clothes, baby items. Too much to mention!
Friday & Saturday Nov. 4th & 5th 7 a.m. until ? 32 Irvin Road Hwy 142 Stantonville
49 JW Davis Drive Savannah
8x25’ building for sale and too many items to list. Good prices too high ... make an offer.
FRIDAY - NOV. 4th 8 a.m. until ? SATURDAY - NOV. 5th 8 a.m. - 12 noon 1519 Peach St.
Microwave (like new), 27” TV, Cherry bookcase, lamps, mirrors, pictures, chair cushion, cookie jars, new coffee makers, mixers, fall decorations, name brand clothes - womens 10-12’s, men’s pants 34”x32”, large shirts, lots of everything. Too much to list.
Clothes, tables, exercise equipment. Lots to choose from. Don’t Miss It!
YARD SALE NOV. 4 & 5
MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE
from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2281 Sulphur Springs Rd. Selmer 3 bay stainless steel sink. Ladies clothing in large size. Household items, tools and wheelchairs.
(Old 45 N) across from Safe Harbour Church.
Saturday, November 5 8 a.m. until ?
2583 Feddie Davis Road Take 45 South, turn at Pappy John’s Bar-B-Q & follow signs.
TV’s, pictures, kitchen items, toys, holiday items, purses, shoes, name brand clothes, coat rack, fern stand, microwave cart, and many more items.
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Parcel-11.03 3075 Buena Vista Rd. Bethel Springs, TN 38315 This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. And subject to, but not limited to, the following parties who may claim an interest in the abovereferenced property: None. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Substitute Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. This, the 12th day of August, 2011. MELISSA G. STEWART, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE DEUSNER & KENNEDY ATTORNEYS AT LAW 177 WEST COURT AVENUE SELMER, TENNESSEE 38375 .....7996 22, 23, 24
of record in Deed Book 101, Page 688, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and to which reference is hereby made and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a steel fence post in the East right of way of Highway Number 22, the same being a common corner with Hite, also being the Southwest Corner of the original tract of which this is a part; thence with said Right of way, North 32 degrees 00 minutes East 100 feet to a steel fence post, the true point of beginning of this conveyance; thence continuing with said right of way, North 32 degrees 30 minutes East 100 feet to a steel fence post; thence South 58 degrees 10 minutes 07 seconds East 200.22 feet to a steel fence post in a fence; thence with said fence a portion of the distance, South 30 degrees 30 minutes West 100 feet to a steel fence post; thence North 58 degrees 10 minutes 27 seconds West 209.71 feet to the beginning, containing 0.48 acres, more or less. Tract Number 2: Beginning at a steel fence post, the same being a common corner with Prather and Hite, the Southwest Corner of subject; thence North 30 degrees 30 minutes East 208.76 feet to an iron pin; thence South 58 degrees 10 minutes 27 seconds East 208.76 feet to an iron pin; thence South 30 degrees 30 minutes West 208.76 feet to an iron pin; thence North 58 degrees 10 minutes 27 seconds West 208.76 feet to the beginning, containing 43,569.07 square feet. Tract Number 3: Beginning at an iron pin in the East right of way of S.R. Number 22, the same being a common corner with Bell, the Northwest Corner of subject; thence with said right of way South 30 degrees 46 minutes West 50 feet to a steel post, thence South 58 degrees 10 minutes 07 seconds East 206.22 feet to a steel post; thence North 30 degrees 30 minutes East 50 feet to an iron pin; thence North 58 degrees 10 minutes 02.1 seconds West 205.99 feet to the beginning, containing 10,302.9 square feet. ALSO KNOWN AS: 6590 Highway 22 S, Michie, Tennessee 38357 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Barnara Ottinger The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated June 5, 2008, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded June 10, 2008, at Book 392, Page 2232 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Barnara Ottinger, conveying certain property therein described to S. Craig Kennedy as Trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on November 14, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in the McNairy County, Tennessee; Tract Number 1: Being Lot Number 4 on that certain plat as found
Thursday - 8 a.m. until ? Fri. & Sat. - 8 a.m. until 12 334 Ted Dammonds Lane Pebble Hill Community off Chambers Store Rd. Toys, all types of tools, baby items, some commercial products, full-size tanning bed, clothing (all sizes), antiques, solid oak china cabinet.
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any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. W&A No. 700 211150 DATED October 7, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ tcrow_111007_1128 .....7999 22, 23, 24
Register’s Office in Trust Deed Book 403 page 2700, Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee; and Whereas, default has been made in the payment of said indebtedness, and the holder of said Note, Community South, has declared the entire amount due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust, and the Substitute Trustee has been directed to foreclose the Deed of Trust in accordance with the terms thereto, the public is hereby notified that the undersigned Substitute Trustee will sell the hereinafter described real property to the highest bidder, for cash in hand at the East door of the Courthouse in Selmer, Tennessee, on the 10th day of November, 2011, at 10:00 AM, said property to be sold free from the equity of redemption, statutory redemption, homestead, and all other exemptions of every kind, said property being located in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the SEC of this lot at a bridge on new gravel road known as Palmer Drive; runs thence NW with the meanders of said ditch to U. S. Highway No. 64; thence East with said Highway No. 64 to the intersection of said Highway and Palmer Drive; thence South with Palmer Drive to the beginning corner, containing 1 acre, more or less. Included in the above description but excluded from this conveyance is that portion conveyed to the State of Tennessee in Deed Book 150 page 524. Liens in favor of the United States of America or the State of Tennessee: None Other person or entities interested in this sale: None SOURCE OF TITLE: Deed Book 173 page 308, Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 617 East Main Street, Adamsville, TN 38310, designated as Map 55J Group A Parcel 8.00 on the McNairy County, Tennessee, Tax Assessor’s Maps THIS the 15th day of September, 2011. HAILEY & SEATON, ATTORNEYS. 190 West Houston Avenue P.O. Box 366 Selmer, Tennessee. 38375 Joe Hailey, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE ..............................8004 22, 23, 24
the Front Door of the Courthouse, Selmer, Mcnairy County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to wit: Situated in County of McNairy, State of Tennessee. The following tract of land, lying and being in McNairy County, Tennessee, and bounded and described as follows: Lying and being in the Seventh District of McNairy County, Tennessee: Beginning at a point in the centerline of Perkins Road over a culvert, an interior corner of the 134.384 acres tract conveyed to Ronnie Mulder by deed of record in Deed Book 152, page 126; thence with the center of Perkins Road as follows: thence South 20 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East for a distance of 218.28 feet; thence South 33 degrees 15 minutes 55 seconds East for a distance of 147.26 feet; thence South 47 degrees 57 minutes 03 seconds East for a distance of 67.23 feet; thence South 42 degrees 20 minutes 08 seconds East for a distance of 117.23 feet; thence South 65 degrees 53 minutes 23 seconds West for a distance of 800.00 feet leaving said road and running along the south edge of a field; thence North 02 degrees 39 minutes 47 seconds East for a distance of 550.00 feet to a point in ditch; thence North 60 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East for a distance of 480.00 feet generally along a ditch to the point of beginning. Together with and subject to covenants, easements, and restrictions of record. Said property contains 7.172 acres, more or less. THIS CONVEYANCE ALSO INCLUDES the manufactured home described below at the below referenced address is permanently affixed to a foundation and will assume the characteristics of site-built housing: Year: 2003; Manufacturer: Chandelear; Model No. 2848; Serial Number CH3AL07235A/B; Length x Width: 64 x 28; located at 1355 Perkins Road, Selmer Tn 38375. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117. Tax Parcel ID: 117-005.06 Property Address: 1355 Perkins Road, Selmer, TN. Other Interested Parties: Tony M. Wilson; CitiBank South Dakota, N.A.; Midland Funding LLC, Assignee of Associates; Midland Funding, LLC Assignee of AT&T Universal Card Platinum; First Resolution Investment Corp purchased account from an Assignee of the original creditor Chase Bank USA, NA 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. ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 1882-091751-FC....8085 23, 24, 25 STATE OF TENNESSEE ) NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE COUNTY OF McNAIRY ) WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Promissory Note heretofore executed by Jerry Wilson Matlock and wife, Patricia Matlock, bearing date of April 19, 2006, secured by a Deed of Trust of record in Trust Book 390, Page 345 and a Promissory Note executed by Jerry Wilson Matlock and wife, Patricia Matlock bearing date of November 20, 2008, secured by a Deed of Trust of record in Trust Book 392, Page 1920, all as recorded in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and which Deeds of Trust conveyed certain property as therein described to the Trustee therein named to secure Community South; and Whereas the undersigned was appointed and substituted as Trustee pursuant to an Appointment of Substitute Trustee, dated August 3,2011, of record in Trust Book 403, Page 1662, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclosure was sent to the last known mailing address of Debtor by regular mail on August 11, 2011; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtednesses have been declared due and payable, and Melissa G. Stewart, as Substitute Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Trustee, will on Thursday, the 17th day of November,
2011 at 10:00 o’clock a.m. at the East door of the McNairy County Courthouse in Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described, to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deeds of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a steel post, the SEC of the land described in Deed Book 113, Page 398 Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, runs thence North 01 degrees 00 minutes 41.3 seconds East 431 feet to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS CONVEYANCE, same being at an iron pipe in the west line of Moore, also marked by a fence; thence continuing North 01 degrees 00 minutes 41.3 seconds East, with Moore and fence, 240 feet to iron pipe, thence in a western direction perpendicular to first call 189 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 01 degrees 00 minutes 41.3 seconds West 240 feet to an iron pipe; thence in an eastern 189 feet to the point of beginning, and containing approximately one acre, less. There is also conveyed to the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, the permanent use of a roadway or driveway beginning in Buena Vista Road and crossing the lands Grantors acquired from McDonald, a description of which is contained in said Deed Book 113, page 398, and which roadway or driveway continues on northward close to said Moore west boundary line into the lands described in Deed Book 113, page 398 to the south boundary line of the property herein conveyed. Grantors, their heirs and assigns, may also continue to use said roadway or driveway, permanently. Jerry Wilson Matlock and wife, Patricia Matlock obtained title to the foregoing real property by Warranty Deed of Wylie Wilson Matlock and wife, Genell Matlock, dated October 16, 1995, of record in Deed Book 151, Page 600, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. ALSO KNOWN AS: Map-61, Parcel-11.03 3075 Buena Vista Rd. Bethel Springs, TN 38315 This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. And subject to, but not limited to, the following parties who may claim an interest in the abovereferenced property: None. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Substitute Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. This, the 12th day of August, 2011. MELISSA G. STEWART, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE DEUSNER & KENNEDY ATTORNEYS AT LAW 177 WEST COURT AVENUE SELMER, TENNESSEE 38375 ....7996 22, 23, 24
upon said Successor Trustee will, on November 14, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in the McNairy County, Tennessee; Tract Number 1: Being Lot Number 4 on that certain plat as found of record in Deed Book 101, Page 688, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and to which reference is hereby made and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a steel fence post in the East right of way of Highway Number 22, the same being a common corner with Hite, also being the Southwest Corner of the original tract of which this is a part; thence with said Right of way, North 32 degrees 00 minutes East 100 feet to a steel fence post, the true point of beginning of this conveyance; thence continuing with said right of way, North 32 degrees 30 minutes East 100 feet to a steel fence post; thence South 58 degrees 10 minutes 07 seconds East 200.22 feet to a steel fence post in a fence; thence with said fence a portion of the distance, South 30 degrees 30 minutes West 100 feet to a steel fence post; thence North 58 degrees 10 minutes 27 seconds West 209.71 feet to the beginning, containing 0.48 acres, more or less. Tract Number 2: Beginning at a steel fence post, the same being a common corner with Prather and Hite, the Southwest Corner of subject; thence North 30 degrees 30 minutes East 208.76 feet to an iron pin; thence South 58 degrees 10 minutes 27 seconds East 208.76 feet to an iron pin; thence South 30 degrees 30 minutes West 208.76 feet to an iron pin; thence North 58 degrees 10 minutes 27 seconds West 208.76 feet to the beginning, containing 43,569.07 square feet. Tract Number 3: Beginning at an iron pin in the East right of way of S.R. Number 22, the same being a common corner with Bell, the Northwest Corner of subject; thence with said right of way South 30 degrees 46 minutes West 50 feet to a steel post, thence South 58 degrees 10 minutes 07 seconds East 206.22 feet to a steel post; thence North 30 degrees 30 minutes East 50 feet to an iron pin; thence North 58 degrees 10 minutes 02.1 seconds West 205.99 feet to the beginning, containing 10,302.9 square feet. ALSO KNOWN AS: 6590 Highway 22 S, Michie, Tennessee 38357 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Barnara Ottinger The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. W&A No. 700 211150 DATED October 7, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ tcrow_111007_1128 ...7999 22, 23, 24
Winstead as Trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on November 14, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Being Lot Number 24 in the Bramble Woods Subdivision, a plat of said subdivision being found of record in Plat Cabinet A, Slide 35, in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, and to which reference is hereby made for a full and complete metes and bounds description, all of which is incorporated herein by reference. ALSO KNOWN AS: 505 Kirkpatrick Drive, Selmer, Tennessee 38375 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Sheree Hill; John D. Hill The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. W&A No. 700 171061 DATED October 12, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ tcrow_111012_1329 .....8000 22, 23, 24
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated December 31, 2008, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded January 5, 2009, at Book 394, Page 2633 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Sheree Hill and John D. Hill, conveying certain property therein described to Kathy Winstead as Trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on November 14, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Being Lot Number 24 in the Bramble Woods Subdivision, a plat of said subdivision being found of record in Plat Cabinet A, Slide 35, in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, and to which reference is hereby made for a full and complete metes and bounds description, all of which is incorporated herein by reference. ALSO KNOWN AS: 505 Kirkpatrick Drive, Selmer, Tennessee 38375 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Sheree Hill; John D. Hill The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. W&A No. 700 171061 DATED October 12, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ tcrow_111012_1329 .....8000 22, 23, 24 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE Whereas, on the 9th day of November, 2001, by Deed of Trust of record in the Office of the Register for McNairy County, Tennessee, in Trust Deed Book 318 page 334, Joyce Nell Springer and Wesley Springer, conveyed to James Smith, Trustee, the hereinafter described real estate, to secure the payment of a promissory note as described therein, and Whereas, the said Deed of Trust was modified in Trust Deed Book 397 page 208, said Register’s Office, and Whereas, the said James Smith, Trustee, was unable to act as such Trustee; and Whereas, Joe Hailey was appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument of record in said
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Larry Hurley, late of McNairy County, Tennessee Notice is hereby given that on October 18, 2011, Letters Testamentary in respect to the Estate of Larry Hurley, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court Clerk & Master of McNairy County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and nonresident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against this Estate are required to file the same in duplicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court within four months of the first publication (or of the posting, as the case may be) of this notice, otherwise their claim will be forever barred. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This October 18, 2011. Don Wilson Smith, Executor Estate of Larry Hurley By: Kim Harrison, Clerk & Master Hailey & Seaton, Attorneys P O Box 366 Selmer, Tennessee .....8084 23, 24 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed March 18, 2003 by Karin U. Wilson, a married person to Real Estate Loan Services of TN, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Mcnairy County, Tennessee, in Deed of Trust 348, Page 472 and Modified in Deed of Trust 353, Page 86, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Deed of Trust 402, Page 755, in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Midfirst Bank, 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 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 commencing at 01:00 PM, at
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated June 5, 2008, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded June 10, 2008, at Book 392, Page 2232 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Barnara Ottinger, conveying certain property therein described to S. Craig Kennedy as Trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated December 31, 2008, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded January 5, 2009, at Book 394, Page 2633 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Sheree Hill and John D. Hill, conveying certain property therein described to Kathy
NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE Whereas, on the 9th day of November, 2001, by Deed of Trust of record in the Office of the Register for McNairy County, Tennessee, in Trust Deed Book 318 page 334, Joyce Nell Springer and Wesley Springer, conveyed to James Smith, Trustee, the hereinafter described real estate, to secure the payment of a promissory note as described therein, and Whereas, the said Deed of Trust was modified in Trust Deed Book 397 page 208, said Register’s Office, and Whereas, the said James Smith, Trustee, was unable to act as such Trustee; and Whereas, Joe Hailey was appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument of record in said Register’s Office in Trust Deed Book 403 page 2700, Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee; and Whereas, default has been made in the payment of said indebtedness, and the holder of said Note, Community South, has declared the entire amount due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust, and the Substitute Trustee has been directed to foreclose the Deed of Trust in accordance with the terms thereto, the public is hereby notified that the undersigned Substitute Trustee will sell the hereinafter described real property to the highest bidder, for cash in hand at the East door of the Courthouse in Selmer, Tennessee, on the 10th day of November, 2011, at 10:00 AM, said property to be sold free from the equity of redemption, statutory redemption, homestead, and all other exemptions of every kind, said property being located in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the SEC of this
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Wednesday, november 2, 2011 503 - public notices lot at a bridge on new gravel road known as Palmer Drive; runs thence NW with the meanders of said ditch to U. S. Highway No. 64; thence East with said Highway No. 64 to the intersection of said Highway and Palmer Drive; thence South with Palmer Drive to the beginning corner, containing 1 acre, more or less. Included in the above description but excluded from this conveyance is that portion conveyed to the State of Tennessee in Deed Book 150 page 524. Liens in favor of the United States of America or the State of Tennessee: None Other person or entities interested in this sale: None SOURCE OF TITLE: Deed Book 173 page 308, Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 617 East Main Street, Adamsville, TN 38310, designated as Map 55J Group A Parcel 8.00 on the McNairy County, Tennessee, Tax Assessor’s Maps THIS the 15th day of September, 2011. HAILEY & SEATON, ATTORNEYS. 190 West Houston Avenue P.O. Box 366 Selmer, Tennessee. 38375 Joe Hailey, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE .....8004 22, 23, 24 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Larry Hurley, late of McNairy County, Tennessee Notice is hereby given that on October 18, 2011, Letters Testamentary in respect to the Estate of Larry Hurley, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court Clerk & Master of McNairy County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and nonresident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against this Estate are required to file the same in duplicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court within four months of the first publication (or of the posting, as the case may be) of this notice, otherwise their claim will be forever barred. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This October 18, 2011. Don Wilson Smith, Executor Estate of Larry Hurley By: Kim Harrison, Clerk & Master Hailey & Seaton, Attorneys P O Box 366 Selmer, Tennessee ...8084 23, 24 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed March 18, 2003 by Karin U. Wilson, a married person to Real Estate Loan Services of TN, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Mcnairy County, Tennessee, in Deed of Trust 348, Page 472 and Modified in Deed of Trust 353, Page 86, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute
503 - public notices Trustee by instrument recorded in Deed of Trust 402, Page 755, in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Midfirst Bank, 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 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 commencing at 01:00 PM, at the Front Door of the Courthouse, Selmer, Mcnairy County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to wit: Situated in County of McNairy, State of Tennessee. The following tract of land, lying and being in McNairy County, Tennessee, and bounded and described as follows: Lying and being in the Seventh District of McNairy County, Tennessee: Beginning at a point in the centerline of Perkins Road over a culvert, an interior corner of the 134.384 acres tract conveyed to Ronnie Mulder by deed of record in Deed Book 152, page 126; thence with the center of Perkins Road as follows: thence South 20 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East for a distance of 218.28 feet; thence South 33 degrees 15 minutes 55 seconds East for a distance of 147.26 feet; thence South 47 degrees 57 minutes 03 seconds East for a distance of 67.23 feet; thence South 42 degrees 20 minutes 08 seconds East for a distance of 117.23 feet; thence South 65 degrees 53 minutes 23 seconds West for a distance of 800.00 feet leaving said road and running along the south edge of a field; thence North 02 degrees 39 minutes 47 seconds East for a distance of 550.00 feet to a point in ditch; thence North 60 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East for a distance of 480.00 feet generally along a ditch to the point of beginning. Together with and subject to covenants, easements, and restrictions of record. Said property contains 7.172 acres, more or less. THIS CONVEYANCE ALSO INCLUDES the manufactured home described below at the below referenced address is permanently affixed to a foundation and will assume the characteristics of site-built housing: Year: 2003; Manufacturer: Chandelear; Model No. 2848; Serial Number CH3AL07235A/B; Length x Width: 64 x 28; located at 1355 Perkins Road, Selmer Tn 38375. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117. Tax Parcel ID: 117-005.06 Property Address: 1355 Perkins Road, Selmer, TN. Other Interested Parties: Tony M. Wilson; CitiBank South Dakota, N.A.; Midland Funding LLC, Assignee of Associates; Midland Funding, LLC Assignee of AT&T Universal Card Platinum; First Resolution Investment Corp purchased account from an Assignee of the original creditor Chase Bank
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503 - public notices to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Anthony Tidwell; Jessica Tidwell The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. W&A No. 700 189314 DATED October 21, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ msherrod_111021_ 903 .....8202 24, 25, 26
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated January 9, 2004, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded January 16, 2004, at Book 366, Page 1047 and re-recorded on February 27, 2004, at Book 367, Page 1413 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Anthony Tidwell and Jessica Tidwell, conveying certain property therein described to Daniel W. Small, Davidson County as Trustee for Guaranty Trust Company; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee
will, on November 28, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Being Lot Number 11, in the Erin Lane Development, a plat of which is recorded in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, in Plat Cabinet B, Slide 45, and reference is here made to said plat of Erin Lane Development for the description, restrictions and references as there given, and said plat is made a part hereof by reference thereto as fully and to the same extent as if copied in full herein. This property is conveyed with the following restrictive covenants which are to run with the land and shall be binding upon all parties hereinafter: 1. No noxious or offensive activity shall be carried on upon these lots, nor shall anything be done or placed therein which may be or may become an annoyance or nuisance to the neighborhood, or which may diminish the value of the neighborhood.2. These lots shall be used for residential purposes only. No business shall be operated on these lots or out of residence on these lots which involves clients, customers, or members of the general public entering and exiting from the property. 3. No manufactured home, mobile home, trailer, camper, or other structure of a temporary character, garage, shack, barn, or other outbuilding shall be used on these lots at any time as a residence either temporarily or permanently. 4. No junk cars or other inoperable vehicles shall be allowed on these lots. 5. No animals, livestock, or poultry of any kind shall be raised, bred, or kept on these lots, except dogs, cats, or other household pets may be kept provided they are not kept, bred, or maintained for commercial purposes. 6. Any fence erected on these lots shall be erected in the back yard only and shall not extend forward past the back corners of the house located on that lot. Any fence erected on a vacant lot shall also be limited to the back part of the lot and shall not extend forward toward Erin Lane past one-half the depth of the lot. ALSO KNOWN AS: 40 Erin Lane, Ramer, Tennessee 38367 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and
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USA, NA 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. ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 1882-091751-FC ....8085 23, 24, 25 NOTICE TO CREDITORS As required by Chapter No. 175, Public Acts of Tennessee 1939 as amended by Chapter 229, Public Act of 1971 Estate of WELDON T. HYSMITH Late of McNAIRY County, Tennessee Notice is hereby given that on October 21, 2011, Letters Testamentary in respect to the Estate of WELDON T. HYSMITH deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court Clerk & Master of McNairy County, TN. All persons, resident and nonresident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his Estate are required to file the same in duplicate with the Clerk & Master of the above named Court within earlier of four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or of the posting, as the case may be) of this notice, or twelve (12) months from date of decedent’s death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 21st day of October, 2011. Kathy Denise Hysmith, Executrix Estate of Weldon T. Hysmith By Terry Abernathy, Attorney Kim Harrison, Clerk & Master .....8202 24, 25
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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed April 11, 2008 by Jonathon W. Phillips and wife Ashley L. Phillips to Jerry Spore, Attorney at Law, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of McNairy County, Tennessee, in Book 391, Page 2920, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, BancorpSouth, 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 Tuesday, November 29, 2011 commencing at 01:00 PM, at the Front Door of the Courthouse, Selmer, McNairy County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to‑wit: Situated in County of McNairy, State of Tennessee. The following lot or parcel of land, lying and being in McNairy County, State of Tennessee, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows, to-wit: Commence at an iron pipe marker found at the Southeast corner of the original Clay Britton property as referenced by deed recorded in Deed Book 152 at Page 6 in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, said point now being the Southeast corner of the Tim and Tina Brown tract which is a part of the original Clay Britton property, referenced by Deed Book 166, Page 236; thence run North 88 degrees 25 minutes 04 seconds West 621.36 feet to the Southwest corner of the original Clay Britton property (now the Southwest corner of the Brandon and Kristi Baskin tract, Deed Book 165, Page 273, and being the Southeast corner of the Tim and Tina Brown property acquired from Debra Gay-
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Burns (original reference: Will Book 4, Page 430); thence run North 02 degrees 05 minutes 36 seconds West partially along a tree line 1118.065 feet to an iron pin on the South right of way line of Mayflower Public Road; thence run South 02 degrees 05 minutes 36 seconds East 170.325 feet for the point of beginning; thence continue South 02 degrees 05 minutes 36 seconds East 121.449 feet; thence run West 326.587 feet to a point on the East right of way line of a proposed road; thence run North 13 degrees 50 minutes 45 seconds West along the East right of way line of said proposed Road 125.000 feet; thence leaving said Road, run East 352.064 feet to the point of beginning, containing 0.94 acres, more or less. This being Lot #10 of an unrecorded plat of the “Erin Lane Development”. The real property is subject to restrictive covenants as more particularly described in Deed Book 208, Page 6, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and said restrictive covenants are incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 355-117. Tax Parcel ID: 139-008.23 Property Address: 24 Erin Lane, Ramer, TN. 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. ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l‑526‑8296 File # 2162-091792-FC BancorpSouth/Jonathan Wayne Phillips .....8206 24, 25, 26
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