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Aqua Glass announces layoffs Plant cuts more than 100 jobs at Adamsville location By Christen Coulon Editor

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Bethel suspends entire police force By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

Though the regular business portion of the March 12 meeting of the Bethel Springs Board of Aldermen concluded without incident, fireworks commenced after a motion to adjourn had been made but before it was voted upon. When the smoke cleared following the Monday meeting, the entire Bethel Springs Police Department stood under suspension. The first suspension, as reported in last week’s issue, came during the meeting as the board heeded to public sentiment over accusations of improper touching (a touch on the shoulder) by Bethel officer Bandy Burney. Following the meeting, in which Bethel’s Chief T. E. “Pee Wee” Sowell verbally sparred with Mayor Kay Cox over the powers of his office, Sowell was also placed under suspension until the next Bethel Meeting. Precise reasoning for this suspension last Thursday was not provided to the Independent Appeal as of press time. The situation began when former Alderman Shirley Williams, who was in the audience, pointed out that they had not heard the police report before the motion. “We’re not going to get into it tonight,” Mayor Kay Cox said at one point in the meeting. During the police report, Police Chief T. E. “Pee Wee” Sowell said that he didn’t have anything by Burney. “Y’all remember correctly, you told him you were not going to work with him anymore and from now on I’d be his boss,” Mayor Kay Cox said. “When did I tell him that, I’m thinking you changed that around. You told me I wasn’t his chief,” Sowell said. The discussion then moved to the complaint filed against Burney by Tiffany Shoate. As reported in last week’s Independent Appeal, Tiffany Shoate filed a complaint with the town accusing Burney of patting her on the shoulder during a traffic stop. The charge in that story was described as sexual harassment based upon statements made by members of the audience. However, after reviewing the official complaint, and the statute attached to the complaint, it is clear that sexual harassment is not being charged. (We regret any misunderstanding this may have caused.) After hearing citizen input, the board suspended Burney with pay until the investigation is concluded. Cox told the Independent Appeal last Thursday that Burney was not suspended because of anything he did, but in response to citizen input. “What we’ve done, we’ve contacted the state, we’ve contacted our attorney,” Cox said.

Aqua Glass announced last Monday that they would be cutting approximately one-third of their workforce at their Adamsville plant which employs more than 300 people. Kathleen Vokes, director of communications for Masco Corporation, the parent company of Aqua glass, cited tough economic conditions, as well as a product line transition as reasons for the decision. Vokes stated that some of the gel coat products currently in production are being replaced by Innovex Technology which is currently being produced at the Adamsville plant. According to promotional material from Aqua Glass, this Innovex Technology is a proprietary combination of a microcellular core and a rigid smooth-touch backing which is entirely fiberglass free. When fused with an acrylic surface, it creates a lightweight, easy to clean, flexible, impact resistant, composite material which is designed to be strong, durable and flexible. “(The layoffs) are an especially difficult decision because of the quality of the workforce, but necessary due to economic conditions,” said Vokes. “Adamsville has a great workforce and this is certainly no reflection of that.” Vokes said that those who received layoff

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Adamsville Aqua Glass announces more than 100 layoffs at their Adamsville plant. A company spokesperson stated economic conditions and a product line transition for the job cuts. notices this week would not face layoffs un- shower products, has seen several rounds til early this summer. of layoffs in the wake of the slow housing “Employees were notified today of the market. layoffs at the Adamsville plant. ApproxiIn January, Aqua Glass announced the mately 100 employees will be affected,” closing of their plant, which employs 51 Vokes said. “Their last day will be June 29.” people, in Klamath Falls, Ore. scheduled for The facility which makes bathroom and March 30.

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Selmer takes no action on tax request By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

The Selmer Board of Aldermen took no action on a request from McNairy County Board of Education chairman Frank Lacey that the City of Selmer contribute its half of a proposed half-cent sales tax increase to fund the school building program at its March 13 meeting. Lacey noted that the Board of Education has been working on a school building program for the past four years and have made improvements to Bethel Springs, Michie and Ramer schools. “We’re at a point now where we’ve got two elementary schools that were built in 1955 and have been built on to numerous times. Their useful life, according to all of the experts we’ve talked to, is beyond—we’ve gotten more life out of them than we should have and we’ve done good to do it. We’re very proud of our schools and proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish. These two schools have significant overcrowding and the Board of Education has been studying many various scenarios

about how to correct this overcrowding problem and we have several options. The problem is that these options are going to cost anywhere between $18 and $24 million and we’re gonna have to borrow the money to do that, as we have in the past and we’ve come today—We’ve asked the County Commission to increase the sales tax in McNairy County, and in doing that, it will only work for us if the people of McNairy County vote on that referendum and approve that referendum. If they should vote and approve that referendum, the money, still would only work for us if the cities would give their quarter percent or a half percent of that half percent to the Board of Education for retirement of the debt we’re that we’re gonna have to borrow and that’s what I have come here tonight to ask you to do, to consider if we can get the referendum on the ballot and the people of McNairy County vote to increase the sales tax by that half cent, we’re asking that the City of Selmer would commit to, their portion of that sales tax coming to the

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The McNairy Central High School Band hosted the 2nd Annual Musical Montage...An evening of fine dining and musical performance featuring the young musicians of MCHS last Saturday in the Commons area at the McNairy Central High School. The fundraising event raised more than $3,000 for the band, and featured a wonderful three-course dinner and a Montage band performance where music was played from various locations around the commons area, meaning everyone in attendance had the best seat in the house.

Mobile inspection unit visits Selmer Bethel Fire By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

Lt. Brad Wilbanks of the Tennessee Highway Patrol brought the Mobile Inspection Station to Spectrum last Friday. The station has several uses, according to Wilbanks. “Of course, in the event of a natural disaster or emergency it could be used. What we are using it for right now is checking commercial vehicles,”

Wilbanks said. While declining to give an exact cost for the equipment, Wilbanks said it was very expensive but was purchased with a federal grant. The vehicle has a FLIR or Forward Looking Infrared Radar. “It gives us the ability to check commercial motor vehicles’ brakes, tires, and bearings— that

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Lt. Brad Wilbanks of the Tennessee Highway Patrol brings the Mobile Inspection Station to Spectrum in Selmer last Friday.

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Chief Injured By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

Bethel Springs Volunteer Fire Department Chief David McCullar was injured at the fire station last Monday morning. According to City Recorder Erin Pickle, McCullar suffered a broken arm, broken leg and broken face and was at the Med in Memphis. Details on the accident were unavailable at press time. This was after a fire occurred earlier at 200 Wisdom St. The Selmer Fire Department responded to the fire as well as the Bethel fire department. Further details on the fire were also not available at press time.

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McNairy County Habitat for Humanity hosted their eighth annual Taste of McNairy March 13th. The wellattended fete drew hundreds of residents for an evening of great food and good times. The event was a hugh success earning nearly $7,000 for the charity organization. Winners for this year’s event were Teague-Noles for Best Food, Besso’s for Best Overall, The Lion’s Club for Most Creative, Central Bank for Most Healthy, Rockabilly Cafe for Most Fun and BancorpSouth for Most Tasteful Decoration. Habitat for Humanity is preparing to build the fifth house now that the weather is getting better. They are looking for another family to qualify for calling it home. If you know of a family living in substandard housing, maybe in your own church, who would feel this is the answer to their prayers, call (731) 6457514 for more information.

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Selmer Street and Sanitation employees Floyd Watson and Steve Whitaker are presented plaques by Superintendent Theadies Sebree recognizing their service in Selmer last Wednesday. Watson was honored for 28 years of service and Whitaker for 27.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012

BETHEL SUSPENSIONS

cause of action,” replied Perrigo after a woman in the audience said they suspend the officer until the investigation is concluded. “If and when the man is found guilty, yes. However…a man’s innocent until proven guilty,” Perrigo said after the woman asked him if it was not a proper cause of action to suspend an officer until the investigation is concluded. “Well, Bethel Springs is run totally different from Selmer,” said the audience member. One man in the audience said he spent 19 years in the military police and that when there is a complaint against an officer, he is suspended until the matter is cleared up. “Are y’all saying y’all know more about this law than the State of Tennessee?” Cox asked. “The only thing we could fairly do, and we were advised not to do that, is to suspend with pay,” Perrigo said. Sowell and Cox once again disagreed on the extent of the police chief’s authority. The Mayor took the position that Sowell had refused to have Burney work under him anymore at the last meeting and that he was now working under her. Cox recounted that Vice-Mayor Bob Graham had asked Sowell if he would work with Burney and that Sowell had said that he could not. “By the law, and it’ll come back that way six months from now or a year and maybe she’ll be out of office, the Chief suspended him the minute that woman signed a complaint on him. He should have been suspended. It didn’t say with pay or without pay, but I should have suspended him right there…but I wasn’t the Chief last month,” Sowell said. “Nine people out of 10 in McNairy County (are) scared to death, and I’m going to tell you to your face, scared to death that you are going to get hurt,” Cox said. “He can’t do his job because y’all didn’t give him the authority to do what he needs to do,” said one woman. “Pee Wee is the Chief…if he had come up here tonight and suspended Bandy, this board has gotta vote on it,” said Graham. “Would it be a good time for the board to decide if Pee Wee has the authority or not, we’ve just heard the Mayor say he has relinquished his authority and you (Graham) said he didn’t do it. The board needs to take some action on it…A lot of the citizens are upset about this, too, ‘cause that’s why these people are here tonight and you adjourned the meeting and not even give them a chance to address that. That couple came to talk to you and explain to you, with good intentions and you adjourned the meeting without even giving them a chance,” Williams said. “I asked if anybody else had anything to say,” Cox replied. “Everybody in here is supposedly Christians. What do you want me to do? You want me to take a young man that some woman said that he patted her on the shoulder. Do you want me to sit here tonight, get all this mess in the paper, ruin this guy’s life, ruin his wife’s life, ruin his children’s life?” Cox asked. “My wife was disrespected. Her rights

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“Ma’am, I don’t want to hear anymore, ‘cause you didn’t give us a chance to say anything, you tried to adjourn the meeting, so we didn’t even have time to say anything,” said Nathaniel Shoate, Tiffany Shoate’s husband. “We contacted the state. The state told us to contact our attorney. There will be an external examination done on this whole mess. You can get our attorney and our attorney can get with our attorney,” Cox said. “We can get the attorney. We’re trying to settle this just as nice and as sweet as we could without harming anyone, but the fact of the matter is, I’m the one that is the victim. I’m Tiffany Shoate. I’m the one that filed the report. Okay, and all I did was, I just filed it, came to the meeting and expected it to be addressed, which is usually what happens, but that’s fine. We’ll go ahead and get the attorney. We weren’t planning on carrying it that far. We could have probably settled this right here,” said Tiffany Shoate. “As a concerned citizen, if this person has a charge against them, normally are they not dismissed. Is this particular officer still working?” said former Alderman Shirley Williams, who was in the audience. “Why would you think he has been dismissed? Can you prove that he has done anything?” Cox responded. “Why is the attorney not here tonight?” Williams asked. “Mostly because he charges $175 an hour, Shirley,” the Mayor responded. “That doesn’t matter. You are talking about a citizen that has been harassed by one of your officers. It’s the town’s responsibility to take care of that. It needs to be addressed by this board,” Williams retorted. “The lawyer took it out of this board’s hands. We have been told to turn it over to the attorney. That’s what our advice was as a board was to turn it over to an attorney and let it be done externally, unbiasedly and with no conflict of interest. We felt that was the fairest way to handle the situation, protecting the rights of both the accuser and the accused. That’s where it’s been left. There’s already a bunch of gossip going around, we don’t need any more of that,” said Alderman Lou Perrigo. “It would have been very good if that lawyer had been here to address the people ‘cause you see who’s here tonight and they are concerned about what is being circulated over town, so it’s the board’s responsibility to make sure that this is being taken care of and the people have been satisfied” said Williams. “What do you suggest we should do to satisfy them?” Perrigo asked. “The lawyer should have been here tonight,” Williams said. “To do what?” Perrigo asked. “To talk to these people who are upset,” Williams said. There was a standing room only crowd at City Hall for the meeting. “If you watch anything on television, you know that if there’s an investigation going on, nobody can say anything,” Perrigo. “The lawyer said that was not a proper

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were violated,” said Nathaniel Shoate. “The man says he didn’t do it. She says he did. You’ve got one against the other one,” replied Cox. “You can’t put your hand on nobody, unless they invite it,” Shoate said. “I’m not a liar and what I said was true on that paper and I will take my hand and put it on a Bible and swear to it—what’s on that paper,” Tiffany Shoate said. “Ma’am, should we just go ahead and give him a fair trial and then find him guilty or should we let the lawyers take care of it?” asked Perrigo. “Since you’re talking, show us what you did?” asked Cox. “When he walked back to my car, he said, ‘here you go’ and he hand my driver’s license back and said, ‘you’re free to go,’” said Shoate while patting herself on the shoulder. “Is that sexual harassment?” Cox asked. “Yes,” said several audience members, including Nathaniel Shoate. “You cannot touch a woman,” said Tiffany Shoate. “This is not just about me; this is also about the officer. If it was someone who was not honest, I could have easily said he grabbed something that he didn’t, understand, so this is also for his protection. This protects everyone. You have to know the rules and you have to work by the book and you have to be professional. You do not touch anyone. What if his hand had accidentally slipped off my shoulder and hit my breast?...I’ve had surgery on my shoulder, I have a sore shoulder. What if he had injured my shoulder?...That was the point to begin with, it was unprofessional and it could get him in trouble. It seems like you want to sweep it under the rug and pretend that it’s not happening. That’s not the way to fix it…I don’t know this officer. I don’t know anything about him…this is not out to get anything, this is for justice,” she said later. “You need to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Would you want somebody to ruin your son’s life just because he patted a woman like that?” asked Cox. “Ma’am, I don’t want nobody touching my wife unless she give them permission to touch her,” interrupted Nathaniel Shoate. “…ruin his wife’s life, ruin his kid’s life that’s in school where these kids are gonna tease them and everything else because their daddy had some kind of a sexual scandal,” Cox continued. “I have a phobia. I do not like to be touched. That is why it came up when I came home,” said Tiffany Shoate. Shoate recounted that after she got home and talked with her husband, they filed a complaint with Sowell. “Ma’am, I speak on behalf of myself, but again, we didn’t know how to handle this, but we went to the attorney and let him advise us on this. We have tried our level best to take your complaint into consideration and then take into consideration that you are innocent until proven guilty. “We’ve got to combat both of these things and I’m not trying to be short with you, I’m not trying to take up for the officer. I try to, as a conscious person, look at the options we had to come up with what fit you best, what fit him best, was fair for everybody,” Perrigo said.

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Board of Education for retirement of that debt…We’re in a position that if we can’t get the referendum passed, we won’t have the building project anyway in this capacity, so it’s all gonna hinge on the McNairy County citizens, but if they do, we need to have the commitment beforehand that the communities that had collected the sales tax will give their portion ” Lacey said. In response to a question from Vice-Mayor Paul Simpson, Lacey said that the school board had not yet settled on a location for the proposed new Selmer Elementary School, but they know what the cost is going to be regardless of the location chosen. The cost will be between $800,000 and $1 million for purchase of location and site preparation. “This board is all behind the school system of McNairy County, but to ask us to do something, not knowing that that’s going to pass, in legal terms, we call it a moot point. You’ve got too many ifs in there, if and if. I don’t think this board, in my opinion, that we can commit anything until those ifs happen,” said Simpson. “You’re not committing anything until those ifs happen other than the fact that if those ifs happen, the City of Selmer will pass that money through,” replied Lacey. “We have significant and severe overcrowding problems at both of our elementary schools and those overcrowding problems are getting worse every year. Every year we kick this can down the road, they get worse...we’re at a point where we can’t kick the can down the road anymore and I feel like all we’re asking for tonight is a commitment that, yes, Selmer, like every other community, with the exception of Milledgeville that collects taxes, is on board. If the people of McNairy County vote it down, we’re off the hook, We’d have to figure out another way to get it funded, but we cannot fund it within the budget guidelines without raising sales taxes,” Lacey said. In response to a question from Simpson about the wheel tax, Lacey said that it has been considered and is up for debate.

“If McNairy County doesn’t utilize this half-cent tax increase, the State of Tennessee is looking at coming in and taking that half-cent tax from those counties that haven’t used it yet,” Lacey said. Mayor David Robinson said, “I’ve heard nothing to that effect and I was just in Nashville last week.” “I’ve heard to that effect,” Lacey said. “Rumors get started like that,” Robinson replied. “I’m certainly not trying to start a rumor,” Lacey responded. Simpson asked if the wheel tax could not be extended and half given to the schools. “Yes sir, I’m sure it could if the county commission deemed that to happen. I can tell you that they haven’t given us any indication that we would be entitled to that,” Lacey said. He added that if the school board was unable to fund the building of two new elementary schools, it would at some point affect the high schools. Lacey added that additional classes at the high school and middle school might be necessary if the new elementary school in Selmer is not built. In response to a question from Alderman Edward Smith, Lacey said that they had considered adding on to the existing elementary school. “Even if you do that, you’re still looking at the same dollar amount, still needing to borrow the same dollar amount. These are two big projects you’re looking at. If you added all of the classrooms and the spaces and got them up to snuff technologically and improved the traffic flow, you’re still looking at the same dollar amount. The square footage cost is there whether you do it in a new building or a renovation. Most times renovations of older buildings end up costing you more than you originally planned anyway. That’s what we’ve run into in the past. “I can tell you that the Board of Education has labored extensively over these building projects. We’ve had feasibility studies done. We know where the growth in the county is. We know where the classrooms are going to grow and get out of size. We know these things. We’ve done the work there,” Lacey said.

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Coverage of Bethel Springs meeting Benefit ride for Carl Perkins Center Saturday City’s water, sewer adjustments policy updated By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

Just when it seemed that there would be a peaceful meeting of the Bethel Springs Board of Aldermen March 13, controversy once again erupted after a motion to adjourn had been made, but before it was voted upon (see accompanying story). Mayor Kay Cox opened the meeting by saying to the capacity crowd at City Hall, “I hope there is nothing controversial tonight because that’s the only time we have anybody.” This was true for the regular business portion of the meeting. In other actions, the board reduced the speed limit to 20 mph on Charnell Street. The street is unpaved and residents had requested that it be paved but Cox had replied the town does not have the money to do so. By reducing the speed limit, the board was seeking to reduce the dust created by traffic. “Maybe that will cut some of the dust down,” Cox said. The board voted to spend up to $2,000 to replace a defective transmission on a truck with a rebuilt transmission, as well as for tires and batteries. Cox told the meeting that the city was cleaning out ditches, but had been hampered by rainy weather. She explained that the orange lines that have been put down are not where the ditches were going to be dug. Rather, these are locator lines. “If you have a ditch in front of your house, we’re going to clean that ditch out. If you do not have a ditch and have not been having any water problems of any kind, then we’re

not going to touch that. We’re going to leave it alone. If we do dig something out and it’s not to your satisfaction, we will come back and try to fix it…but we do want to fix it with good dirt,” Cox said. The work is getting pretty close to coming across the Highway 45 Bypass at the Dollar store, Cox said. Work will then go downtown. Cox told anyone that has a ditch that is stopped up with leaves to clean it out, if possible, but if they can’t they should call City Hall. Cox corrected the statement she made last month that the $368,000 Community Development Block Grant that the city applied for was a no match grant. Rather, she said that the grant came with an 11 percent match. She reminded the meeting that the city had applied for a $500,000 grant last winter, was turned down and reapplied. The town will pay $11,000, the Mayor said. “I’m sorry I said it wrong, but I did and I caught it when I got out of here,” Cox said. The board voted to change the way water adjustments are made since the city is now buying water from Selmer. City Clerk Deborah Sullivan, who is in charge of water billing, announced that since the city was going to start buying water from Selmer adjustments for leaks would be computed differently. Rather than averaging the last three months of the water bill, customers would be charged cost, which is $3 per 1,000 gallons, rather than the regular price of $7 per 1,000 per gallon. Adjustments on the sewer bill will continue to be the average of the last three months bill. This only applies to leaks outside the house. The customer is responsible for leaks inside the house.

Guys Board Reports Dumping at State Line By Janet Rail Publisher

The Guys Mayor and Board discussed garbage dumping near the state line. According to David Sides, city employee, the sheriff’s department was called to report the issue as some of the garbage listed names and addresses on the contents of the trash. According to Sides, there was no follow up at this time and the board discussed their current Keep Guys Beautiful signs are clearly posted but they will follow up with authorities. In old business, the city fixed a curve on South Gin Road with several metal posts and orange reflectors per a request from Will Luster regarding several vehicles running off the road and into his property. The board reviewed a debt management policy presented by Attorney Ryan Feeney and will put on the agenda for the next meeting for a first reading. Minutes from the Feb. 20 meeting and financial report were unanimously approved. The board discussed a few items received from FEMA requesting a formal date on the completion of work done on a $29,315.90

grant from the 2010 storm and flood damage. Also discussed was the second notice from the state community planning regional director W. David Pechin requesting a flood plain management resolution and plan. Mayor Keith Rinehart will follow up with the state on this request. The board approved a map of Guys per request of Derrick Hughes, office of local government in Nashville. A citizen complained about water on his property on Old Highway 45, and requested that a culvert be placed there as a potential solution to this problem. The board took no action, but said that thet Assistant Fire Chief Cody Comer spent $189.22 at TJ’s Eastview to repair the brush truck and is reportedly working well now. The firemen have completed two training sessions this month. Alderman Wayne Henry reported the community center was used for a baby shower and the primary election this month. There was discussion regarding the potential purchase of a mower for the grounds but not action taken.

6th Annual MCHS Gridiron Golf Tournament

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April 13, 2012 (Rainout Date April 20, 2012)

Selmer Golf and Country Club

11 am Registration • 12 pm Lunch • 1 pm Shotgun Start 9 Hole Best Ball Format • $50 per player or $200 per team Silent Auction from 9 am until 2 pm

• Meal will be provided to all golfers • Hole in One Contest - 4 Chances to win! 2 shots at $7500. 2 shots at 2 airfare tickets anywhere in the U.S. • Long Drive Contest • 2 Closest to the hole contests First 18 • Texas Tees and Mulligan’s will be available for purchase. Limit 2 each per player

Teams!

Sponsorship Opportunities Lunch Sponsor - $350: This sponsor will be provided prominent signage during the luncheon as well as signage on one of the tournament tees. Long Drive Sponsor - $50: This sponsorship includes signage on the long drive hole Closest to the Hole Sponsor - $50: This sponsorship includes signage on one of the 2 par 3 holes. Team Sponsor - $200: This sponsorship will allow 4 golfers entry into the tournament.

Hole Sponsor - $50: This sponsorship will receive signage on one of the tournament tees. Putting Sponsor - $50: This sponsorship will receive signage on one of the tournament tees. Trophy Sponsor - $150: This sponsorship will receive signage that will be prominent during the trophy presentation ceremony. Player Sponsor - $50: This sponsorship will allow 1 golfer entry into the tournament.

For sponsorship opportunities and/or team information, please contact Jack Glover (cell 901-871-5220) or Mike Graham (cell 731-610-0679)

By Janet Rail Publisher

On Saturday, the McNairy County Justice Complex will play host to a community fund raiser and benefit ride to raise money for the Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center in McNairy County. Guy Buck, McNairy County Sheriff and Melissa Stewart, local attorney, are co-chairs of the event from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and hope to have 100 bikers join them this Saturday, March 24, for an 80 mile escorted ride in the county that will start at noon from the Justice Complex located at 300 Industrial Drive, Selmer lasting a couple of hours ending at the Justice Complex. Photos will be taken by a local photographer during the ride and at the complex and will be available for sale at the event to raise money. “We think we have a commitment from 70 bikers but our goal is to strive for 100 for the run and top raise $3,000 for Carl Perkins Center. We invite everyone to come and enjoy some great food, fellowship and music for a great cause” stated Buck. Anyone wanting to participate in the ride can come to the Sheriff’s Office between normal business hours or just show up on their motorcycle on Saturday with registration starting at 10 a.m. with a donation of $20 per biker. In addition to the ride, there will be a lot for all to enjoy including entertainment by The 69 South Band of North Mississippi, featuring rockabilly country music. The band will perform from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. in the parking lot of the Justice Complex. The sheriff’s department will be serving up BBQ, chips and a drink for $5 a plate and hot dogs, chips and drink for $3 a plate until they run out of food. “We know this is a great charity and this is a way to give back to the community. We sponsored a successful ride for Robert Jaggers and want to have another successful event,” stated Buck.

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Sheriff Guy Buck readies for the Carl Perkins Center benefit ride. The Carl Perkins Center located in Selmer and serving all of McNairy County served over 238 abused children and 128 families last year. There are currently 18 centers located in West Tennessee and they estimated serving over 6,000 children and families this year. The center puts families back together and saves the lives of children. Their mission is to provide support to families in the prevention and dealing with child abuse in West Tennessee and help both the parents and children meet practical needs of preserving and improving the quality of family life. According to Luke DeLaVergne, local director, they provide many services in the county to include child parenting classes, relative care giver programs, parent aide programs, parents with premature babies support, super friend mentoring as well as trying to meet the concrete needs like bassinets, cribs, etc for families. There is a special program for

6-18 year old victims of criminal acts (VOCA) for 11 children suffering from sexual or physical abuse. This program is from July to June each year and works with the same children and their families with monthly support groups during that period. “We get most of our referrals from the local department of children’s services. Often these children have to testify against dear loved ones they know and have trusted. It is very difficult for the children to do,” stated DeLaVergne. The center needs good volunteers and it only requires one day of training, background checks, drug testing and fingerprinting, but serves many local children. Anyone interested in volunteering can contact the local Carl Perkins Office for more information. “This fundraiser is an example of how community leaders like Guy Buck and Melissa Stewart team up to join the fight against child abuse. When the community steps up like this the children win,” said DeLaVergne.

Fish Day for Pond & Lake

PLANT SALE

Stocking Delivery will be Thursday, March 29, 2012 from 4pm - 5pm at the Mid-South Farmers’ Co-op Selmer by Abney Pond & Lakestocking, LLC www.fishstocker.com

870-697-3550

Garden Plants Many varieties

Selmer Farmer’s Market

Downtown Saturday, March 24th 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

PROPERTY TAXES All 2010 McNairy County Delinquent Property Taxes will be filed and payable with interest and penalty fees to the Chancery Court of McNairy County on March 31, 2012, at 12:00 p.m. The 2011 McNairy County Property Taxes are payable in the Trustee’s Office, assessed with penalty and interest. Stanley Mitchell, Trustee of McNairy County

NEWS

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012

Motorcycle crash injures man

Staff Photos By Jeff Whitten

According to an electronic crash report provided by the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a yellow 2000 Honda VTF motorcycle driven by Steven Hunt, 35, of Selmer, was traveling west on Bethesda Purdy Road when he lost control as the motorcycle entered a curve, crossed the center line, struck the pavement, skidded off of the left side of the road, struck a road sign, a ditch embankment and a shrub. Hunt was transported by Emergency Medical Service ambulance to McNairy Regional Hospital. A spokesperson from MRH said they were unable to provide information on Hunt’s condition due to privacy provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Trooper Kennie Lamberth responded to the crash.

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kind of thing—without ever stopping the vehicle. I can scan him when he goes by and check for defects without interfering with his business. If he’s good, we can let him go. If not we can stop him and follow up on it. It also has a LPR, License Plate Reader. It’s constantly scanning every license plate it comes in contact with,” said Wilbanks. The license numbers can be run through the NCIC database. The station has another system called the IRIS system. “It scans the DOT numbers on trucks when they go by. Instantaneously, it tells us if that company has an out-of-service violation or anything like that. There are millions of trucking companies. Most of them operate safely and take care of their stuff, but some of them don’t and those are the ones we are trying to find with this. The drivers want to know if their brakes are working or their tires are bad. You know, we got it and there is a lot of expensive technology involved. It paid for itself yesterday. Without a doubt, we saved some lives yesterday because we removed one commercial motor vehicle whose frame was cracked—a 7-inch crack—if that had broke, that would have been a catastrophe. We put six trucks out of service because of defective brakes, so I have no doubt; it’s a life-saving piece of equipment. Yeah, you know, it might seem on the front a large amount of money, but this has already paid for itself,” Wilbanks said. This station is the only one of its kind in the state, Wilbanks said. They have had the unit for two weeks. The first week they were training. “We’ve used it extensively since last Saturday. We started in Hardin County. We’ve been all over the district—Gibson, Carroll, Madison County. We’ve completed 266 inspections that we’ve stopped and detained. We’ve scanned thousands of vehicles. It’ll be back. We intend to share it. We encourage anybody that is in the commercial vehicle industry, this is your chance to get your equipment checked. We’re going to be checking and if we find defects, you’re gonna be cited,” Wilbanks said.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF SELMER, TENNESSEE Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Selmer Board of Mayor and Aldermen on a proposed ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Ordinance and Official Zoning Map of Selmer AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF SELMER, TENNESSEE TO REZONE THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTIES: (PARCEL 20.00, “GROUP C” ON MCNAIRY COUNTY TAX MAP 80-H, CONTROL MAP 80-B AS UPDATED APRIL 2006) ALONG HIGHWAY 45 AND GLOVER STREET AS WELL AS THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF BURKE COVE FROM B-1 (GENERAL BUSINESS) TO R-1 (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO REZONE PARCELS 71.03 AND 71.00 ON MCNAIRY COUNTY TAX MAP 90 ALONG US HIGHWAY 64 FROM O-1 (OFFICE) DISTRICT TO H-1 (HOSPITAL) The hearing will be held pursuant to the provisions of Section 137-203, Tennessee Code Annotated. Said hearing will be held at the meeting of the Selmer Board of Mayor and Aldermen on Tuesday April 10th , 2012, beginning at 07 : 00 PM at the Selmer City Hall. Any interested party is invited to appear before the Board and be heard. The proposed ordinance will be available for public examination at Selmer City Hall. David Robinson Mayor

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obituaries

James Thomas Brush

Bonnie Sue Schermerhorn

James Thomas (Tommy) Brush was born May 9, 1930 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late Edward and Belva Phillips Brush. He was united in marriage to Billie Jo Marshall on November 21, 1953. Mr. Brush worked as a department manager at Harwood Manufacturing in Adamsville TN, and as a foreman at the Brown Shoe factory. He attended the First United Methodist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee. His two favorite hobbies were fishing and working in the yard. Mr. Brush departed this life on March 16, 2012 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 81 years, 10 months, 7 days. In addition to his parents, Mr. Brush was preceded in death by two sisters, Bobbie Cromwell, Brenda Griffin; and a brother, Kenneth Brush. He is survived by his wife Mrs. Billie Jo (Marshall) Brush of Adamsville, TN; a daughter, Shelia Brush Payne and husband Donnie of Hermitage, TN; a sister, Betty Harville of Adamsville, TN; and a host of extended family and friends. Services were held on March 18, 2012 at 3 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Dr. Toni Watson officiating. Burial will follow in the Adamsville Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

Bonnie Sue Schermerhorn was born March 11, 1951 in Missouri, the daughter of Johnny Garner and the late Mary Lou Baggett Garner. Ms. Schermerhorn departed this life on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at her home near Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 61 years, 3 days. She is survived by a daughter, Bonnie Marie Mealer of Michie, TN; her father, Johnny Garner of Selmer; a sister, Johnnie Louise Hopkins of Selmer, TN; 8 grandchildren, Jacob Guy, Dillon Guy, Kyle Guy, Jude Guy, Tristen Guy, Jimbo Guy, Marrian Mealer, and Kristen Mealer. A host of extended family and friends. In addition to her mother, Ms. Schermerhorn was preceded in death by two sons, John Paul Guy, Julian Guy; a grandson, Brandon Guy: a sister, Joann Sutton. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 1 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Bro. Bengy Massey officiating. Burial followed in the Beauty Hill Cemetery near Bethel Springs, Tennessee. Serving as Pallbearers were Alex Osborn, Andy Pickett, Rodney Sutton, Robert Sutton, Joe Harris, Lonnie Garner.

Jeanette Howell Ward

Peggy June Bunting Blevins was born February 24, 1963 in Sheffield, AL, the daughter of Martha Jean Deatherage and the late Wallace Jennings Bunting. She was united in marriage to Steven Blevins who survives. Mrs. Blevins was Methodist in faith. She formerly worked for Shoals Graphics in Florence, Alabama as a silk screener. Mrs. Blevins departed this life on March 13, 2012 in Killen, Alabama at the age of 49 years, 18 days. She is survived by her husband Steven Blevins of Killen, AL; two sons, Bryan Smith of Florence, AL and Brandon Blevins of Killen, AL; mother, Martha Jean Deatherage Bunting of Killen, AL; a sister, Mary Bunting of Killen, AL; several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews; and her best friend, Glynis Filyaw of Happy Hollow, AL. In addition to her father, Mrs Blevins was preceded in death by a brother, Donny Bunting. Funeral services were held on March 16, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors Acton Chapel with Darrell Moffett and Dennis Moffett officiating. Burial followed in the Carter Cemetery at Michie, Tennessee. Serving as Pallbearers were Raymond Byrd, Tony Lambert, Steve Minnick, Eric Posey, James Deatherage, Charlie Johnson, Shane Posey, John Paul Bunting. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer were in charge of arrangements.

Jeanette Howell Ward, 69, of Memphis, passed away on March 17, 2012. She was born on May 11, 1942 in Tyronza, Arkansas to the late Zelma Elliott Pinkston and Johnny Pinkston. Her hobbies included spending time with her family, especially when gathered together to see the Tennessee football games, knitting, corcheting and playing games with her grandchildren. She is survived by two sons, Michael W. (Donna) Howell of Mena, Arkansas, Richard S. Howell of Arlington, Tennessee; one daughter, Deborah (Howard) French of Collierville, Tennessee, one step-daughter, Theresa (Paul) Robinson of Selmer, Tennessee; thirteen grandchildren, Kristopfer, Keary, Kyle, Kelhan, and Chase Howell; Jeremy, Brittany, Shannon and Eric French; Jeremy Robinson, Heather Whitten, Carrie Coulter and Tanya Kaiser; six great grandchildren; one sister, Nadine (Linsey) Hardy of Byhalia, Mississippi and one brother, John Wayne Pinkston, of Memphis, Tennessee. Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her husbands, Jim R. Howell and Carlos Ward and one brother, Waylon Pinkston. The funeral service will be Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens, 5599 Poplar Avenue with the interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Malden, Missouri. The visitation was Tuesday, March 20th from 5 to 7 p.m. Memphis Funeral Home And Memorial Gardens, 5599 Poplar Avenue, (901) 725-0100.

Janet Carol Reinke

Roy Browning White

Peggy June Bunting Blevins

Janet Carol Reinke was born April 26, 1960 in Fort Sill, OK, the daughter of Carrol Browning and Barbara Jo Price Crouse. Miss Reinke was a housewife and loved to cook. She loved her chickens, loved to garden and loved her dog, Baby Girl. She also loved painting and telling jokes. She was a member of the Gateway Holiness Chapel Church. Miss Reinke departed this life on March 12, 2012 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 51 years, 10 months, 15 days. She is survived by two daughters, Sophia Jo Reinke of Fort Belvoir, VA, and Rachel Marie Reinke of Bethel Springs, TN; her parents, Carrol Browning and Barbara Jo Crouse of Bethel Springs, TN; two sisters, Barbara Kaye Reinke and husband Thomas E., Sr. of Bethel Springs, TN, and Melissa Virginia Johnson and husband Sam of Rome, GA; a brother, Joel Craig Crouse and wife Teresa of Bethel Springs, TN; and the father of her children, Harold Steven Reinke of Tuscon, AZ. She is preceded in death by a brother, Dennis Carrol Crouse. Services were held on March 15, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Carrol Browning Crouse officiating. Burial followed in the Gateway Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

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Roy Browning White was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on October 1, 1939, the son of the late Raymond Wayne and Pearl Bonee White. Mr. White was united in marriage to Ruth Anderson, who preceded her husband in death on December 13, 1977. Later he was united in marriage to Margie Hunt, who also preceded him in death. Mr. White worked for Roser Handle Mill for 6 1/2 years, Parris Manufacturing for 20 years, City of Savannah for 23 years and Wise Company for 2 years. He was a member of Victory Christian Fellowship now Church on the Rock. Mr. White loved watching Bonanza on TV, hunting, fishing, playing bingo, watching old westerns and enjoyed the gospel singing at the Nursing Home. He made plaques and art work for rooms at the nursing home. Mr. White liked to joke with family and friends. He departed this life on March 13, 2012 at Tri County Healthcare in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 72 years, 5 months and 12 days. Mr. White is survived by one son, Roy Timothy White of Savannah, Tennessee 3 sisters, Margie Melson and Mildred Stricklin, both of Savannah, Tennessee and Edith Leath of Adamsville, Tennessee; 2 brothers, Billy Steve White and Cecil Wayne White, both of Savannah, Tennessee. Mr. White is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Services will be held on March 15, 2012 at 1 p.m. at Shackelford Chapel in Savannah, Tennessee, with Larry Rich officiating. Burial will follow in the Shady Hill Cemetery at Hardin County, Tennessee.

Wednesday, march 21, 2012

card of thanks

Special Thanks Special thanks to Volunteer Home Care for the excellent care given to our son Johnny. Thank you for your kindness. Williams family

In Loving memory

In Loving Memory of Faye Forsyth In our hearts we thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new…we thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. Now all we have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, which we will never part. God has you in heaven, we have you in our hearts. It’s hard to believe that you have been gone three years. We love and miss you very much. Thurston and your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren

community events • April is Child Abuse Prevention Month This year’s theme is “It’s Time to Talk About Child Abuse.” With recent events involving child abuse being revealed at major public universities, in the military, and within religious institutions, there has never been a more important time for McNairy County to talk about child abuse. There are many ways to prevent abuse and one primary method is to ensure that potential perpetrators know that our community will stand unified against abuse and work diligently to eradicate harmful behavior against our children. April is child abuse prevention month. One way that local businesses can send a message to the community that they stand together to fight child abuse in McNairy County is to have a special “casual” day for employees by allowing employees to wear this “It’s Time to Talk” Tshirt each Friday in the month of April. Order forms can be completed for multiple quantities of T-shirts. Delivery takes approximately 1-2 weeks depending on quantities ordered. Please bring order forms to the local Carl Perkins Center at 175 S. 3rd St. Selmer TN 38375 or fax completed forms to 731-646-3627. • Union Grove United Methodist Church Singing Saturday, March 24 at 7 p.m., the Union Grove United Methodist Church invites you to come enjoy an evening of great bluegrass gospel music, featuring Rudy Moore and the Bluegrass Pals. Everyone invited. • Clothing Give-Away Ramer Baptist Church will have a clothing give-away on March 24, 2012 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tell a friend. • Cypress Creek Baptist For seniors 62 years and older, we are having an afternoon of fun and fellowship. Beginning at 4 p.m., there will be food, fun, and games. All seniors in the community who would like to come,

please feel free. If you need a ride, please call 645-8094. • Sulphur Springs Methodist Church The Holt Family will be at Sulphur Springs Methodist Church on April 1 at 11 a.m. Make your plans now to attend and enjoy a time of praising God through music and afterwards a message from Pastor Bro. Jim Barber. • Volunteers Needed Magnolia Regional Hospice is currently seeking individuals or groups to be trained as volunteers. Hospice is a program of caring for individuals who are terminally ill with six months or less to live. These individuals choose to remain at home with family or a caregiver. Some of the ministry opportunities for volunteers are sitting with the patient in their homes to allow the caregiver a break, grocery shopping, reading to the patient, craft opportunities, bereavement/grief support and in-office work. Please contact Lila Wade, Volunteer Coordinator, to learn more about this rewarding opportunity. The contact number is (662) 293-1405 or 1-800-843-7553 • Spring Sports Sign-up now for Softball, Soccer & 13-14 yr old Baseball. Deadline is March 31, for more info contact Selmer Park and Recreation Department at (731) 645-3866. • HBC “Home Travels” presents FRANCE MAGNIFIQUE Please join us for an exciting trip through France, beginning with Paris, the City of Lights, enjoy a dinner trip down the River Seine, and experience a humbling visit to Normandy, Omaha Beach and other historical landmarks commemorating D-Day. Book before March 20 and save $300 per person. For more highlights and information, call (731) 645-6166 and ask for Iris or Dawn, or stop by Home Banking for a brochure.

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Letter to the editor This letter is in response to the woman disgruntled over a traffic ticket (Sarah Dicks). On the date of 3/4/2012 at approximately 03:18 p.m., Mr. John C. Dicks was issued a citation. This was sent to Mr. Dicks for a violation of running a red light at the 45 and 142 intersection. All citations are sent to a web site where the officers review photos and videos of each violation. Mrs. Dicks came to our office on Monday, 3/12/12 to complain about the citation, stating her husband was in a funeral procession when the violation occurred. We informed Mrs. Dicks to just fill out the form requesting a hearing. She then can come to court and explain her situation to the judge. We also informed her we do not dismiss citations and that the judge is the only one who has the authority to dismiss citations. She stated she was going to get documentation from Shackelford Funeral Home to verify her story and come to court. As of today’s date 3/15/2012, Mrs. Dicks has not filled out any form requesting a hearing to come to court. Her deadline to request that hearing is 4/9/2012, as stated on her citation. This is for the violation Mr. Dicks received on 3/4/2012. This is all stated in her instruction sheet which she received in the mail. After reading her complaint in the newspaper, we once again reviewed her photos and video of

Ronnie Brooks was born in 1955. His parents are Bobby and Billie Brooks. He lived and attended school in McNairy County until his college years. He graduated from the University of Tennessee at Martin with a degree in music education. He was an educator and band director for seven years in the Jackson-Madison County schools I then returned to McNairy County and directed the MCHS band for twelve years and was assistant band at AJHS for two years. He was a former District Golf Coach of the Year, Who’s Who among Teachers and Outstanding Educator/Governor’s School. He was elected to the office McNairy County Circuit Clerk in 2002 and have held this office until the present. He is the President of the West Tennessee Court Clerks’ Association and also a member of the State Executive Board. He is a member of the Board of Directors for Arts in McNairy and chairman of its

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Do you recycle? Why or why not?

Frances Corley (Morris Chapel): “No. We just don’t have that much to recycle.”

Mary Stewart (Crump): “Well, I haven’t started, but I’d like to.”

Keith Jernigan Jernigan is 38 years old and is seeking the office Assessor of Property. He has lived in McNairy County all of his life in the Rose Creek Community. He finished high school at MCHS in 1992. While in school he worked with Clifton Reaves Construction in the summer building houses. In November 1992 he went to work for International Paper and he has continued working at the plant for the past 19 plus years. He has

Glenda Cardwell (Adamsville): “When I can.”

James Shankle (Adamsville): “No, I don’t. I don’t have time, really.”

Ellen Grace (Leapwood): “Yes, I do and I do it for the environment.”

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need to move McNairy County forward and his desire to work diligently to bring industry to the county for the future. The nominee selected for the office of Assessor of Property is Keith Jernigan who is currently in his second term as a County Commissioner from the fourth District. Keith expressed his appreciation for the support and also explained that he wanted bring transparency and efficient service to the office of Assessor of Property.

music committee. He is also the director of the Arts in McNairy Community Band. He is also a member of the First Baptist Church of Selmer. His wife, Diane, is a retired special education teacher and supervisor. Their daughters, Kristi and Mandi are both pharmacists. Another daughter, Kerri, was killed in an automobile accident at the age of twenty-three. The Brooks’ have two grandsons and three granddaughters.

Dorothy Shelton (Crump): “No, I don’t recycle, but we haven’t started in Crump yet. If we did, I would.”

McNairy Voices is a new feature in the Independent Appeal highlighting the opinions of average citizens about the issues that affect the citizens of McNairy County, the state of Tennessee, and the United States as a whole. The participants are randomly selected on the streets of the county. Their viewpoints are not necessarily that of the Independent Appeal.

McNairy Democratic Party selects nominees

Ronnie Brooks

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the violation. It shows Mr. Dicks’ vehicle running the red light at the intersection of 45 and 142. It also shows Mr. Dicks’ vehicle was so far back from any other vehicles, you cannot tell by the photos or video that Mr. Dicks’ vehicle is in a funeral procession. The Selmer Police Department gets all calls through the E911 dispatch system located at the McNairy County Justice Center. We do funeral escorts as a courtesy. We enjoy helping our community and will continue to do so. The officer signed off on the citation because the photo and video show the Dicks vehicle running the red light, and did not appear by the pictures to be in a funeral procession. The Dicks also have access to the site to review all of their citations. Mrs. Dicks stated in her letter that if she ran that light while not in a funeral procession, she would pay the fine. Mrs. Dicks needs to get her facts straight before she speaks. Mr. John C. Dicks did have another violation on 10/10/2011 at 10:39 a.m. at the same intersection of 45 and 142 in the same exact vehicle. That citation was never paid and the citation is now in collections status for non-payment. “Our Mission at the Selmer Police Department is to insure the safety and well being of all people in the city of Selmer by leading a cooperative effort with the public to insure a safe and secure place for citizens to live.” -Selmer Police Dept.

(Submitted) -- The McNairy County Democratic Executive Committee convened at the McNairy County Democratic Headquarters in Selmer on Saturday, March 10th to Caucus to select nominees for the Office of County Mayor and Assessor of Property. The nominee selected for County Mayor was Ronnie Brooks who currently holds the office of Circuit Court Clerk. In Ronnie Brook’s acceptance speech, he expressed his appreciation for the support. Ronnie Brooks expressed the

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completed numerous education courses while working at International Paper. He loves my job; however, he feels this is a good time in his life to make a change. He has four children Brooke 18, Brittney 15, Hunter 10 and A.J. Jernigan. “One of the reasons I chose to give back to my county is the outpouring of support we had from the community when we lost A.J. Jernigan. I will never be able to payback all the support we got during this difficult time. I love McNairy County and would consider it an honor to serve as Assessor. I am currently serving in my second term as a county commissioner from the fourth district and have enjoyed serving McNairy County . The Assessor’s office is a very important position. The taxpayers deserve a person who will always have their needs in mind when conducting the day to day business. The Assessor is in charge of preparing the annual budget and working with the Mayor regarding the budget. The office must also work together with the Trustee and Register to keep the citizen’s property correctly documented in the records of the courthouse. I am capable and willing to carry out the duties of the office. My government and business experience qualifies me for the job. I will serve all of McNairy County in a trustful, efficient, and responsible way if elected Assessor. Please vote Keith Jernigan,” he said.

McNairy Republican Party choose nominees

(Submitted) -- The McNairy County Republican Party convened March 10th at McNairy Central High School Little Theater, to a packed house and elected their candidates for Property Assessor and County Mayor. Left to right: Tom Cauley-County Mayor candidate, Joe Dan Maness-Party Chairman, Betty Ashe-current Property Assessor.

Tom Cauley Cauley received the nod for McNairy County Mayor. Cauley has an extensive background as a Professional Economic Developer. His career, in the USAF and attached to Air America, coupled with a formal education to include a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce with a minor in International Business, a Master’s and Ph.D. in East Asian Studies with an emphasis on Japan. After his AF career, Tom taught Asian Studies at several universities as an adjunct professor. His work history includes 10 years at GE Selmer, Executive Director, McNairy County Chamber of Commerce, owner and operator of Ramer Station Restaurant, and of the past five years as Executive Director, Wayne County Economic and Community Development while continuing to live in McNairy County. His profession centers on “Job Creation.” Tom works daily with state and federal agencies, as well as site selectors.

During his tenure at Wayne County, he completed four years of Economic Development Institute and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economic Development. He is currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Community Development. He is a Certified Tennessee Tourism Professional and a Certified Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executive. Tom Cauley is a 21st Century, forward-thinking and visionary Professional Economic and Community Developer who has the energy, experience and background to lead McNairy County. Armed with a track record of finding solutions, creating jobs, and solving everyday problems, he represents exactly the kind of leader McNairy County needs.

Betty Ashe Ashe is the nominee for assessor of property. Betty is the incumbent with 13 years as the field appraiser, learning the job

“from the ground up”. She completed several professional development courses to include mapping and property appraisals. She ran for, and was elected, McNairy County Assessor of Property in 2004. She is a member of the West Tennessee Assessor’s Association and served as President from 2008-2009. Since Betty has been in office, she has seen several important changes to include inclusion of the GIS system, allowing citizens to go online and access their property date complete with mapping. Betty has continued to be a highly professional assessor of property, dealing fairly and efficiently with all citizens of McNairy County. She points out that her day-to-day operations is governed by State law. The office of assessor is a demanding and high-trust position. She is a life-long resident of McNairy County, graduating from Adamsville High School, and has been married to Danny Ashe for 43 years. They have three children, Scotty and wife Heather; April Smith and husband Brad; and Josh. They have two grand-daughters and a grandson. She and Danny attend Living Stone Church in Adamsville. Betty said that she enjoys serving the citizens of McNairy County and looks forward to her next four years in office.

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 • A1C Dustin Blakney, USAF 331TRS/FLT073 • 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 • A1C James Taylor Haubrich, US Air Force • 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 • SPC Ritchie A. McCrary • SPC Dustin McDonald • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF • Joshua Lane Meek, Army • CPL Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • 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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wedding

birthday

Wednesday, march 21, 2012

birthday

Happy 1st Mylee Kaye McCullar celebrated her 1 st birthday on March 9 with a Hello Kitty party and family and friends at the Crazy K Ranch located in Michie, TN. Her parents are Misti and David McCullar an she also has a big brother Hunter McCullar and a big sister Tiffany McCullar Caldwell. Thanks to everyone who came and shared her big day.

Aiden Riley Moran

Happy 2nd Mylee Kaye McCullar

Mr. & Mrs. James Ray Warren

Miller-Warren wed Elizabeth Christian Miller and James Ray Warren, Jr. were united in marriage at four o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, March 10, 2012. The beautiful outdoor ceremony took place at the bride’s home. The Very Reverend Edward O’Connor, Dean of St. Andrew’s Cathedral in Jackson, and The Rev. Brian Ponder of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Meridian officiated the celebration and blessing of the marriage. The bride is the daughter of Judie and Ronnie Miller of Meridian. She is the granddaughter of Edith Harper and the late Preston Earl Harper, and Mildred Miller and the late J. R. Miller. The groom is the son of Rachel and Ray Warren of House, Mississippi. He is the grandson of Arcola and W. M. Alexander, and the late Mattie Sue Benson Alexander of Philadelphia, and the late Carrie and Henry Warren. Music for the ceremony was provided by David Benson. The ceremony was held poolside under an arch of spring flowers designed by wedding decorator William Godwin. Escorted by her father, the bride wore a custom-made diamond white taffeta gown with lace embroidered with metallic accents, crystal beading and sequins with a chapel train. The bride wore her mother’s amethyst and diamond ring, and carried her great-grandmother’s handkerchief embroidered with lavender flowers. She carried a bouquet of green and hot pink hydrangea, dusty-pink spray roses, seeded eucalyptus and lavender mascaro, hand-tied with dusty-rose satin ribbon. Attending the bride were Amanda Broome, Ashley George, Lisa Moulds, Candice Myatt, Leia Neal, and Tiffany Watson. Erica Williams, daughter of the groom, and Alley Moulds served as junior bridesmaids. Bridal attendants wore black gowns of their own choosing and carried flower presentations of dusty pink spray roses and lavender tied with natural raffia. Emma Mae Watson served as flower girl. The groomsmen were Andy Bailey, Timmy Breazeale, Jamie Johnson, Jack Madison, Rich Miller, brother of the bride, Nathan Tolbert, and Ray Warren, father of the groom. Graham Thomas Vaughan served as ring bearer. Special guests and scripture readers for the ceremony were the bride’s godmothers Emily “Ripple” Huth of Monterey, California, and Rhonda Yates of Ocean Springs. Tiffany Miller, sister-in-law of the bride, greeted guests upon arrival. Program attendants were Dr. Kimberly Vaughan of Oxford and Amanda Yates of Washington D.C. Rhonda Bailey, sister of the groom, and Tina Bailey served as reception attendants. Kay Reich directed the ceremony and Theresa Robinson of Selmer, Tennessee, was the wedding photographer. Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents entertained their daughter and son-in-law, and guests with a reception catered by Pretty Presentations under thousands of twinkling lights. Guests danced the evening away to the blues by Greg Cartmell and The Blues Messengers. After a honeymoon on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the couple is at home on their new farm in Little Rock, Mississippi.

Alison Lee is back at the Hair Shack I will be working at the Hair Shack every Friday. Please come and see me for all of your hair care needs! I will also be doing manicures and pedicures now! Call 731-645-3359 today for an appointment.

Alison Lee

events

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• Free computer class The Irving Meek Jr. Memorial Library on W Main St. in Adamsville, TN welcomes anyone and everyone to our FREE computer classes every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 4 until 6 p.m. Beginning classes to more advanced classes are offered. We work one-on-one with you to meet everyone’s needs. The classes are taught by Charles Young, former instructor at Lumbuth University who is currently teaching in McNairy County. If you have any questions, please call Marsha Jernigan, Director (731) 632-3572. • Free computer class The McNairy County Senior Center now has free computer classes and one-on-one training and assistance available each Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free Wi-Fi is also available for your personal use. For further information, call 632-0302. • McConnico Library T is for Tennessee, The Thanksgiving Play and Easter some of the 552 children’s books just added to our collection. Plan to bring a friend and visit the library for these great books. Please don’t forget about story time every Friday at 10:30 a.m. For more information call Norma Humphries, Library Director at 645-5511. • Summer Reading 2012 at McConnico Library Jack McConnico Library, in compliance with the TN State Library and archives, would like to announce Dream Big – Read, our summer reading program for 2012. Calling all big dreamers! Plan to join us for crafts, book readings, free food, and many more fun events. The child (age 12 and under) that checks out and reads the most books from the library will receive a grand prize! No previous winners are eligible for the grand prize. Events will be June 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call library director Norma Humphries at 645-5571. • FCE Clubs time change Leapwood Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs has changed its monthly meeting time from 1 p.m. to 12 noon. Leapwood FCE will still meet on the third Thursday of every month at Leapwood Community Center, but it will be at 12 noon instead. Any questions please call UT Extension at 731645-3598

March 22 • Food Give-Away Mid-South Food Bank and McNairy County Loaves and Fishes are sponsoring a food give-away on Thursday, March 22, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. until all food is given away at 527 Sunset Dr, corner of Hwy 64 and Sunset Dr behind the BP Station on left in Adamsville. First come, first serve until all food is given away. To Qualify for Food: Monthly income below $2,700 for a family of four. (bring pay stub or food stamp card) Need picture ID or Social Security Card 3. Bring utility stub (showing you live in McNairy County) Only one box of food, per household or address We plan to have this program available every month. Watch paper for the date. March 24 • 8th Annual Old-School Style Basketball – Where only the strong survive March 24 at 9:30 a.m. at the Selmer Civic Center Gym, the Bethel Springs Rosenwald Community Center will be sponsoring an old-school style basketball tournament. Admission is $5, 6 and under is free. $100 per team (men and women, up to 12 players a team) First and Second place trophies will be awarded. Call Sherry Smith (731) 610-6011 for details. Thank you for your support for our building fund. • Spring Preview Day High school students interested in attending the University of Tennessee at Martin are invited to register for Spring Preview Day, scheduled for March 24. Students will have the opportunity to tour the UT Martin campus, and faculty and staff will be available to answer questions about academic programs, financial aid, scholarships, housing and student life. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. in the Boling University Center, and a formal welcome will follow at 10:30 a.m. An academic fair will take place at 11:30 a.m., and a tour of the campus will begin at 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 731-881-7020 or register online at www.utm.edu/spring-preview.

WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL

Your child must be 3 years old no later than September 30, 2012.

tion to sponsor Jacob Prather in his “Ride for a Cure”. Saturday, March 24 at the Eastview Civic Center (located near the Junction of Hwy 45/57) Dinner will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cake walk will be at 6:30 followed by the auction. There will be BBQ plates, grilled hot dogs, soft drinks, lemonade and tea. All food will be available to eat onsite or carry-out. Jacob will once again be participating as a “Red Rider”—a rider with diabetes by riding in the Tour de Cure of Memphis on Saturday, April 28 – a 62-mile bike ride to raise awareness of Diabetes and the need to find a cure. Please make every effort to join us and support this very worthwhile cause as we support Jacob in his Ride for Life. All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the American Diabetes Association. • Cypress Creek Baptist Church For seniors 62 years and older, we are having an afternoon of fun and fellowship. Beginning at 4 p.m., there will be food, fun, and games. All seniors in the community who would like to come, please feel free. If you need a ride, please call 645-8094 • Union Grove United Methodist Church Singing Saturday, March 24 at 7 p.m., the Union rove Unite Methodist Church invites you to come enjoy an evening of great bluegrass gospel music, featuring Rudy Moore and the Bluegrass Pals. Everyone invited. March 26 • Ruritan Club meeting The Eastview Ruritan Club will have their monthly meeting

on March 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastview Civic Center. Visitors are welcome. March 27 • McNairy County Historical Society Meeting The McNairy County Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. March 27 at the McConnico Library. Guest speaker will be Larry Mangus of Corinth, MS, who is a retired professor of Shawnee State University. He is a Civil War historian and collector of period memorabilia. He will be speaking on Civil War medicine and bring some of his collection to show. It is free and the public is invited. Refreshments will be served.

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MCHS Class of 1987 25th Class Reunion

Weekend of June 1, 2012. *RSVP along with $15.00 per person to Tisa Norwood, P.O. Box 234, Selmer, TN 38375 by April 30, 2012 (Make checks payable to MCHS Class of 1987). Individuals wanting lodging should make their own hotel reservations ASAP. The Hampton Inn (731-689-3031) has rooms available but will fill up fast. For more information contact Class President, Tommy Elam at 731-610-1101

*We are asking for friends and relatives to help us spread the word. If you know the location of someone that graduated from MCHS in 1987 that is not on Facebook or does not get the county papers, please pass this information along.

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Jasper is a friendly lab/golden retriever mix. He is wearing a black collar with white paw prints & a white flea/tick collar.

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• American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure The American Diabetes Association will be holding a BBQ dinner and cake walk, and auc-

LAKEVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH

If you are interested in registering your child for the 3 or 4 year old weekly preschool class for the 2012-2013 school year, please contact Brandi Morris at 645-4502 or Mitzi Suggs at 645-8407.

Aiden Riley Moran celebrated his 2nd birthday at home with family. Aiden is the son of Brittany Cox and Sam Moran of Martin, TN Aiden is the grandson of Tammy Cox of Pocahontas, TN, Alvin Cox of Middleton, Joseph “Cricket” and Judy Moran of Waverly. He is the greatgrandson of Jesse and Sue Doles of Pocahontas and Barbara Cox of Middleton. Aiden is also the nephew of Cody Cox of California and Nathan and Alice Moran of Waverly.

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Wednesday, march 21, 2012 McNairy County Health Care

Good news

cornbread. Now, that may sound to you like I am a country girl; well, good, I am, and proud to be so. There are so many things we take for granted. Like the ability to drink a Diet Coke or have a piece of cornbread. My heart goes out to the residents who have to have a PEG tube. They don't have the ability to enjoy either one of the great loves of my life. Ms. Sandra Caraway is a very quiet lady who came to live in our home here at McNairy County Health Care. When she came in, she had a PEG tube in place so the foods she had a passion for were beyond her reach. Our goal here is to help our residents return to

By Dorothy Goodrum Contributor

In a world where there is a lot of bad news I want to share with you some good news. A success story if you will. Occasionally, a resident will have to receive a PEG tube. A tube placed in the stomach for feeding and medications when there is a medical problem where they are not able to eat... Now, I love Diet Cokes, on a hot day or even a cold day, when I am sad or when I don't have time to eat, a Diet Coke will do the trick for me. I just don't think it would be as good to me if I had to have in thru a PEG tube. I also love

their way of life before an illness. Ms. Sandra, with a very determined mind, started working with our Speech Therapist, Sally. One of her goals was to eat a cheeseburger. Like I said, so many things we take for granted is a struggle for some of our residents. They started with a few sips of liquid and progress from there. When Sally said, Ms. Sandra could have a tray, they were both very excited. This last week, the therapy department told me they had planned an outing. Five residents were going out to lunch at a local restaurant with the therapy department, Ms. Pat Simmons and, thanks to a friend, me. Will Shelton came and asked for my keys to help some of the residents get ready to go. I was very lucky to have three great ladies in my SUV waiting on me. Mary Kiser, Sadie Franks and Mary Hamm were my dates for the trip. As always, I enjoy listening to them share with each other. They shared their faith, and their strong belief in God with me on the way to the restaurant. We arrived at the restaurant and were met by Ms. Pat Simmons who had Paul Riddle and Sandra Caraway in her car. I always sit at the table with them or behind them, for this is a time for therapy to see if they will soon be able to return to their homes. They ordered their lunch and there were five happy residents who enjoyed a great meal. At one time, I heard Ms Pat say “get that picture”, I looked up to see Ms. Sandra eating a piece of cornbread. Mission accomplished for her and Sally. When it was dessert time, they had two to choose from. Paul laughs and said he wanted both. Will got him

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the strawberries, and since I knew the waitress, I made sure he also got the chocolate cake so, yes he had both. What a great day, the residents laugh and smile for all to see. Ms. Sandra Caraway will be able to return home soon and enjoy her normal routines. Thank you to some very dedicated employees of our therapy department, they work hard with our residents everyday. We have Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy in our home. Sally is our speech therapist, she is married to Matt Lilly and they have one son, Jack, who is two years old. When not at work, Sally enjoys spending time with her family and cooking. She was in the undergraduate program for communication disorders at the University of Mississippi when she realized the positive impact of being a speech therapist and the impact they could have on a resident. Sally’s grandmother suffered a massive stroke that affected her memory, speech, mobility and ability to care for herself. After seeing what this type of health problem did to not only her grandmother but to the loved ones around her made Sally realized that she has chosen a profession in which she could really have a positive impact on patients similar to her grandmother. Sally has ten years of experience as a speech

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Maddox Case Lee

Welcome Maddox Kyle and Alison Lee of Iron City, TN are proud to announce the birth of their son, Maddox Case Lee. Maddox was born at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL on January 3, 2012 at 6:16 p.m. He weighed 7 lbs. 11 oz. and measured 21.5 inches long. Proud grandparents are Helen and Stacey Ingle of Selmer, TN and Jeff and Cindy Lee of Collinwood, TN. Great-grandparents are Bob and Terry Parry of Selmer, TN, Linda Knight and the late Buell Ingle of Eastview, TN, Bill Dicus and the late Becky Dicus of Collinwood, TN, and Coretta Lee of Waynesboro, TN. Maddox’s great-great-grandmother is Wilma Moore of Selmer, TN. Maddox also has two very proud aunts; Emily Johnson of Mountain Home, ID and Hayden Lee of Collinwood, TN. therapist and is excited to be part of the rehabilitation team at McNairy County Health Care Center. We are proud to share the good news this week with

you. Ms. Sandra Caraway will soon be returning to her home and I hope all the cheeseburgers she wants. Until next time.

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MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

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. Terrell Tedford Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11:15 a.m. Sunday night 5:00 p.m. (with exception of 1st & 3rd Sunday) TV-18 Program 1st & 3rd Sunday at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday night Bible Study 7:00 p.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. 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.

Selmer Primitive Baptist Church 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m. Southern: Central Baptist Church 675 Dowty Road, Selmer Bro. Oscar White, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. • Wed.: 7:00 p.m. Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN 38357 Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Cameron Miller Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: 7:00 p.m. Cypress Creek First Baptist Church 14 Falcon St., Selmer Pastor: Clifford E. Wynn, Jr. (731) 645-8094 Sunday School: 9 a.m. Worship: Sun. 10:15 a.m. Corporate Prayer Service: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study: 7 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. Bible Study: 7 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. 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.

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 James Hardin, Pastor 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.

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

West Shiloh Baptist Church 282 W. Shiloh Church Rd., Stantonville Bro. David Simmons, Pastor 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.

Friendship Baptist Church 2370 Friendship Rd., Ramer Bro. Joy Foster Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.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.

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.

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.

Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Nate Penland, Pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:15 p.m.

Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy. 45 S., Selmer Donald Woods, Minister

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.

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.

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. 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. 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.

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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.

Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy. 57 West, Ramer James Young, Pastor Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Selmer Second Baptist 1004 Peach St., Selmer Tony Polk, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., 11 a.m & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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. Church of God of Prophecy: Church of God of Prophecy Hwy. 22 N., Adamsville Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Church of God of Prophecy 1642 Curtis Hill Church Rd., Bethel Springs Richard Horner, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. 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. Cumberland Presbyterian: Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd, Ramer Jeff DeWees, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. New Salem Cumberland Presbyerian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs Earl Phelps, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church New Bethel Road Rev. Jeff Powell Worship Service: 9:45 a.m. Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Highway 57 West Ramer, 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. Terry Presson 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.

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. First United Pentecostal Eastview 7810 Hwy 45 S., Ramer Rev. Wayne Isbell, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Monday: 7 p.m. Wednesday: 7:15 p.m. The Sanctuary of MPC 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30 Wednesday: 7 p.m. Gateway Holiness Chapel 2342 Refuge Rd, Bethel Springs Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m. Thursday: 7 p.m. Presbyterian: Bethel Springs Presbyterian Church 59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Rev. 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.

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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.

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. 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

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Bracket Challenge Leaderboard, 3B

Cards compete in Tomahawk Classic, 3B

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AHS Tennis tops MCHS

Volleycat sighting

Boys’ and girls’ teams prevail over Bobcats PAGE 3B

Winebrenner tastes success as Jr. Olympian PAGE 4B

Making McNairy County Sports headlines for more than 100 years

Bobcats win in Mississippi

Cardinals challenged

MCHS takes Mooreville Trooper Classic title PAGE 2B

AHS competes in Tomahawk Classic PAGE 3B

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B Section

Manning’s deal Cardinals victorious with Denver in home opener By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer

Bud Adams, owner of the Tennessee Titans, made an offer to Peyton Manning, former Indianapolis Colts quarterback, in hopes that the record-setting quarterback would find a home at LP Field in Nashville. Manning’s college career was spent at the University of Tennessee where he broke the Southeastern Conference record for career wins Amanda Lowrance (39-6) and is Tennessee’s all-time leading passer, throwing over 11,000 yards for nearly 90 touchdowns. After college, the Colts picked him in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft and immediately put the rookie to work. Many people on the Independent Appeal Facebook page agree that the Titans need a living-legend leading the team, such as Manning, and hopes were raised. Did he want to come back to Tennessee, which was once his home? The big offer Adams made was one of the many options the star quarterback had on the table. The San Francisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins, and many more clubs were denied in the negotiation. Last Monday, Manning personally called John Elway, executive of the Denver Broncos, and accepted the offer. No one is authorized to discuss the details of what offers were made, but Manning did give Adams a call after taking the deal with Denver. The soon-to-be 36-year-old was on the injured list last season and had multiple neck surgeries, while younger brother, Eli Manning took the New York Giants to Super Bowl XLVI and won the Giants a fourth championship. Nevertheless, Manning was the biggest offseason fish to catch after the Colts released him as a free agent instead of paying him close to a $30 million bonus. After leading the Broncos to the playoffs, Tim Tebow will have to take the backseat to Manning. Does he realize that his deal has made many upset? This isn’t the first time in this decade that Tennessee

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Staff Photo by Amanda Lowrance

MCHS shortstop Kelly Beth Ernest moves up to second base attempting to catch a Lady Tiger out stealing second base.

Lady Bobcats itching for wins By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer

Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander

Adamsville’s Jalen Kendall hits his first home run of the season in the Cardinals’ home opener against Madison Academic Magnet last Monday evening. Kendall’s three-run, first inning shot to deep right field gave the Cardinals an early advantage that they would not relinquish as AHS went on to win the game 7-0. Drew Griswell got the win after pitching seven shutout innings and allowing only two hits, which improved AHS’s record to 2-3-1 after competing in the Tomahawk Classic last week in Jackson, Tenn. (See 3B). The Cardinals will host former player Daniel Wolford and his Clarksburg Rockets Thursday night at 4:30 p.m. AHS played Madison once again last Tuesday after press time. Look for updates on our Facebook page.

Hosting a non-district game last Monday against Hardin County, the McNairy Central Lady Bobcats fell 5-3 to the Lady Tigers. “This is going to be a strong team,” said Lady Bobcat Coach Mellanie Surratt. “We just need to get some games behind us and get into our rhythm.” Battling the entire game, MCHS had eight hits to Hardin County’s six, but left five on base to their one. Hitting in every turn at the plate, senior Kindra Brown was 3-3 at the plate and Mikaela Rowland hit 2-3. Pitcher Kelly Beth Ernest took the loss after striking out four batters and currently

holds a record of 1-2 from the circle. From the batter’s box, Ernest drove in a run for McNairy Central going 1-3 with a single. Senior center fielder Jacey Whirley and third baseman Macee Taylor brought in the additional two RBI, hitting 1-3 off the Lady Tiger pitcher. McNairy Central finished the week recording an overall of 1-3-1 record and faced Fayette-Ware in a doubleheader shortly after press time. Thursday’s scheduled doubleheader against Jackson Central-Merry has been cancelled, but the Lady Bobcats will take the road Friday for their first district game against Liberty, followed by a doubleheader Saturday against Muscle Shoals and Alcorn Central.

Staff Photo by Amanda Lowrance

Batting against Hardin County, Lady Bobcat senior Kindra Brown swings and connects a fly ball hit to left field. Brown was perfect at the plate against the Lady Tigers, going 3-3 on the day.

Shoate signs with Bethel University Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander

Sophomore Clay Dancer gets an inning of relief work in as the sun begins to set in the Bobcats’ game against Chester County.

MCHS falls in district opener By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

After winning the Mooreville Trooper Classic in Mississippi over the weekend, the Bobcats let a victory over Chester County slip away as they opened District 14-AA play on the road last Monday night in Henderson, Tenn.

Chester County- 8 McNairy Central- 4

With Blake Chandler pitching well, the Bobcats looked to have everything under control with a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the fifth inning, but after a few miscues and a controversial call, the wheels fell off. “We just blew it,” head coach Brian Franks said after the loss. “We had a 2-0 lead and we blew it. We threw it away. We made an error here and an error there, and then we got down on ourselves and the wheels just fell off and we couldn’t function.” Chester County scored six runs in the bottom of the fifth, and McNairy Central would not recover. The Bobcats went to bat in the top of the seventh down 8-2. McNairy Central had a chance late after loading the bases as the Eagles’ senior starting pitcher Jake Melaro began to struggle locating his pitches, walking back-to-back batters on four

consecutive pitches twice in the inning. The lead was cut to 8-4 after Melaro walked home his second Bobcat runner, but MCHS could not scare up a hit in the final inning, ending the game with three runners stranded and the tying run at the plate. Chandler took the loss after allowing four earned runs on six hits over five innings of work. Marcus Nash was the only Bobcat to record multiple hits and finished the game 2-4 with two stolen bases. Tyler Wells drove in a run and stole two bases as well. “We just gotta bounce back, keep our heads up, get a win, and learn how to fight to the finish,” Franks said. The Bobcats had a chance at redemption last Tuesday when the Eagles came to Selmer for the rematch. Dakota Roden was in line to get the start. The game was scheduled after press time. Look for updates on our Facebook page. Box Score MCHS 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 4 4 2 CCHS 0 0 0 0 6 2 x 8 7 5 (MCHS) Marcus Nash: 2-4, 2SB; Tyler Wells: 1-2, RBI, R, 2SB, 2BB; Dakota Roden: 1-3; Craig Mullins: RBI, R, BB; Parker Adams: R; Justin Roberts: R

Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander

Adamsville High School’s Josh Shoate signs a full athletic scholarship to play football for the Bethel University Wildcats last Friday with his parents, Nathaniel and Tiffany Shoate and coaches, Joe Hopper, Jayte Chapman, Brandon Gray, Paul Fraizer (Bethel U. Asst. Coach), Renard Woodmore, and Noah Evans. Shoate is a four-year football letterman at AHS and has been named to the All-District and All-Academic teams four times. He played both offense and defense for the Cardinals. “He’s very athletic,” said AHS head coach Brandon Gray. “He started for us for four years on defense, and he’s been a great defensive player. He’s got great closing speed, but I could also see (Bethel) using him on offense.” Shoate is a three-sport athlete at AHS. When asked why he chose football over basketball and soccer, he told the Independent Appeal, “When I feel like I’m on the field and those lights hit, there’s nothing like it. It’s a feeling that I can’t explain. I love football with all my heart.”

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McNairy Central wins Mooreville Trooper Classic By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

After starting the season off with a bang, going 2-0 in their first two home games, the McNairy Central Bobcats went into the Mooreville Trooper Class in Mississippi last week with high hopes and walked out on top after winning three of their four games. “We played really well. We went down there and played some good competition down in Mississippi and won the Mooreville Trooper Classic,” said Bobcat head coach Brain Franks. “I was real proud of them and the way they battled. They didn’t lay down, and they showed a lot of heart and did a great job down there.”

MCHS picked up its first win of the classic over 1A Smithville last Thursday. They got win number two against 3A host, Mooreville in the front end of a double header last Friday night, but lost the back end to 4A Pontotoc, and then closed out the classic last Saturday afternoon with a big win over 1A Tremont.

McNairy Central- 11 Tremont, Miss.- 1

The Bobcat bats were hot last Saturday afternoon. McNairy Central closed out the Mooreville Trooper Classic by run-ruling Tremont for their third win in as many days. MCHS scored five runs in the first to set the tone and never looked back.

Jonathon Nixon did four innings of work for the Cats, struck out five, gave up only two hits, and allowed no earned runs on his way to getting the win. MCHS THS

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(MCHS) Austin Gafford: 2-2, 2R; Blake Chandler: 2-3, 4 RBI, 2B, R; Dakota Roden: 1-1, RBI, R, 2BB; Justin Roberts: 1-1, RBI, R; Craig Mullins: 2R, BB, SB Marcus Nash: R, 2BB, SB; BJ Dickey: R, SB; Tyler Wells: 2R

Pontotoc, Miss.- 10 McNairy Central- 3

The Warriors of Pontotoc High School came ready for battle last Friday night when they matched up against the Bobcats, who were riding a four-game winning streak into the contest. Pontotoc struck early and often in this one, as MCHS struggled to set the Warrior hitters down. Sophomore Bobcat Clay Dancer got the nod for Central but was roughed up in his first start of the year. Dancer struck out two over 4 1/3 innings, but gave up six runs on six hits before Brady Dancer, BJ Dickey, and Parker Adams combined to close out the game. PHS 1 1 3 0 1 4 x 10 8 0 MCHS 1 0 0 0 0 2 x 03 7 1 (MCHS) Justin Roberts: 2-3, RBI; Craig Mullins: 1-2, RBI, R; Austin Gafford: 1-2, R, BB; Marcus Nash: 1-3, 2B, R; Blake Chandler: 1-3; Dakota Roden: 1-3

McNairy Central- 7 Mooreville, Miss.- 0

Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander

MCHS junior Tyler Wells rips a pitch up the middle. Wells drove in four runs for the Bobcats over thier four game stretch in Mooreville, Miss.

Behind the bats of Justin Roberts and Tyler Wells and the arm of Chase Smith, the Bobcats picked up an impressive win over the tournament host, Mooreville, last Friday night. Roberts drove in three runs on a 2-4 night at the plate, and Wells pitched in with a double that drove in two more. Smith pitched 5 1/3 innings

of shutout baseball, striking out four while only giving up three hits on his way to getting the win. McNairy Central gave Smith some breathing room when they broke the game open in the top of the fifth, scoring three runs and taking a 5-0 lead. Wells entered for Smith in the sixth and preserved the shutout with 1 2/3 innings of flawless relief, striking out two while giving up no hits. In a combined effort, Austin Gafford and Craig Mullins stole four bases and scored three runs against the Troopers. MCHS MHS

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(MCHS) Blake Chandler: 2-3, 2R, 2 2B, SB; Austin Gafford: 2-3, R, BB, 2SB; Justin Roberts: 2-4, 3 RBI, 2B; Tyler Wells: 1-3, 2RBI, 2B; Brady Dancer: 1-1, R; Craig Mullins: 2R, 2BB, 2SB; Jacob Mullins: R

McNairy Central- 5 Smithville, Miss.- 3

Bobcat senior Dakota Roden was dealing in McNairy Central’s first game of the classic last Thursday, and it led to a two-run victory over the Smithville Seminoles. Roden pitched a complete game, allowing two earned runs and three hits over seven innings while striking out eight and only walking one batter. The Bobcats plated two runs in the first inning but were held scoreless until the bottom of the seventh when they rallied to score three runs for the dramatic comeback victory. Marcus Nash score twice for MCHS, and Craig Mullins and Tyler Wells both drove in two runs. SHS MCHS

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(MCHS) Austin Gafford: 1-2, 2B, R, 2BB; Marcus Nash: 1-3, RBI, 2B, 2R, BB; Justin Roberts: 1-3, 2B; Blake Chandler: 1-3; Craig Mullins: 1-4, 2RBI, 2B, R; Tyler Wells: 1-4, 2RBI; Jacob Mullins: R, SB

Staff Photos by Amanda Lowrance

Junior AHS pitcher, Taylor Hutton slides to the white line of the circle as she releases a pitch in the game against Scotts Hill.

County softball opens at Hardin County tourney By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer

The Adamsville Lady Cardinals and the McNairy Central Lady Bobcats began the season as contenders in the Hardin County Invitational hosted by the Lady Tigers. Riverside, Lexington, Scotts Hill, Summertown, and Wayne County were featured in the tournament. Day one, on Monday, March 12, Riverside pitched a no-hitter against McNairy Central and won 8-0 in the first round. Later that evening, the Lady Bobcats also lost to Hardin County 4-2. Freshman Kelly Beth Earnest took the loss despite even striking out six. Ernest also doubled in the contest. Addison King batted in both runs and hit a double as well. “We’re much more mature than what we showed tonight,” said Lady Bobcat Coach Mellanie Surratt. “We made errors that a young team would make, not like what a veteran team would make. We look to have a better night tomorrow.” Adamsville tied Lexington 3-3 in their first game and later fell to Summertown. After waiting out the storm, both Adamsville and McNairy won their introductory games on day two against Wayne County and Scotts Hill and met

up in the final round of the tournament. Both determined to win, the Lady Bobcats and Lady Cardinals competed for, and in the end, tied for the fifth place position. The game was scoreless until the top of the fourth inning when Adamsville’s first baseman, Whitney Wrzesniewski entered the batter’s box and hit a double. Wrezniewski stole third base and later scored the first run of the game for AHS. Lady Cardinal Pitcher, Samantha Oaks was walked, and courtesy runner Breanna Taylor stepped in to score a second run in the fifth inning. The Lady Bobcats stepped up to bat in the bottom of the fifth for a final chance to make something happen before time expired. With the bases loaded with Lady Cats, Senior Jacey Whirley drove a ball to center field, driving in two runs that tied the game. Catching a runner out at home plate, along with two strike-outs thrown by relief pitcher Taylor Hutton split the victory between the two McNairy County teams. Oaks and Taylor Hutton each finished their performances on the mound with two strikeouts, and MCHS pitcher Ernest threw a total of five strikeouts.

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sports briefs •Lady Cards take three south of the border Adamsville’s Lady Cardinal Softball team traveled to Mississippi last weekend and came home with three wins in as many games. The Lady Cards defeated Alcorn Central 8-3, Biggersville 9-1, and Wheeler 4-0. Adamsville traveled to Madison to take on the Lady Mustangs last Monday and were victorious, bumping their record up to 4-1-1 overall and 1-0 in District 15-A. •Cardinal Tennis splits with Chester County The Lady Cardinals improved to 2-0 after a 5-2 win over Chester County at home last Monday. The boys were not so lucky. They fell to 1-1 after a 7-0 loss to the Eagles. Darby Congiardo, Madi-

son Wilson and Ali Gean were all victorious in their singles matches, and Kasandra Krenson and Congiardo, along with Edmondson and Wilson were winners in their doubles matches. •MBA to tipoff season The McNairy Basketball Association will begin their season Friday and Saturday at several schools in McNairy County. MBA will play their games Friday night at McNairy Central High School, and Saturday games will be played at MCHS, Selmer Middle School and Bethel Springs Elementary School. Games begin at 6 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. on Saturday. See our Facebook page for the full schedule of games (Numbers next to teams indicate grade level). Admission for the event is $3

2012 Bracket Challenge Leaderboard Paul Garrison (Michie) David Leckner (Adamsville) Nona Root (Bethel Springs) Tyler Alexander (Adamsville) Russ Kennamore (Stantonville) Ellen King (Selmer) Sharon Suggs (Michie) Mallorie Sweat (Selmer) Danny Hendrix (Selmer) Jackie Kennamore (Stantonville) Josh Wilkerson (Michie) Heather Doles (Ramer) Amber Coleman (Selmer) Kristy Kennamore (Stantonville) Tom Kennamore (Adamsville) Amy Smith (Selmer) Mecus Atkins (Selmer) Justin Coleman (Selmer) Larry Doles (Ramer) Johnny Lawson (Selmer) Paula Plunk (Bethel Springs) Linda Dewberry (Selmer) Darryl Weatherford () Bill Wilbanks (Selmer) Peggy Hill (Bolivar) Ronnie Wilkerson (Michie)

Points 94 86 86 84 84 84 84 84 82 82 80 78 78 76 76 76 74 74 74 74 74 72 68 68 66 76

Games will commence Thursday at 6:15 p.m. on CBS.

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The McNairy Central Bobcat Tennis Team hosted their opening match against the Adamsville Cardinals on Tuesday, March 13. The Cardinals took the win in both the girls’ and boys’ matches, tallying a 1-0 record for both teams. These teams race to eight playing up to 15 sets per match, and only the serving team or player may be awarded points. Winning at 5-2 in the overall girls’ match score, Adamsville found a few surprises. New MCHS senior member, Allie Swims defeated one of Adamsville’s best 8-6 in her first tennis match ever. Regions

doubles runner-up, Shelby Kennedy won McNairy Central’s second singles match 8-6. AHS singles winners were Hayley Edmondson (8-3), Maddie Wilson (8-1), and Ali Gean (8-1), and in doubles Darby Congiardo and Kasandra Krenson (85) and Hayley Edmondson and Maddie Wilson (8-3). In the boys’ singles, the Cardinals prevailed in every match for an overall 4-0 match score. Anthony and Cody Trumble won 8-1 over their opponents, and Josh Warshaw finished out the singles 8-4. In doubles, the Trumble brothers won the only match, 8-1. Thursday, AHS hosts Middleton, and MCHS will travel to Chester County.

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Cardinal Anthony Trumble squares off and returns the ball to Jared Ruby in boys’ singles.

proceeds will go to their building fund. The registration cost for teams with up to 12 players is $100. Admission for the event is $5, but children six and under get in free. For more information, contact Sherry Smith at (731) 610-6011.

•Selmer Spring Sports Spring sports have sprung. Signups for softball, soccer, and 13-14-year old baseball have begun, and the deadline for signup is March 31. For more information call the Selmer Park and Recreation Department (731) 645-3866. •Volleyball League Beginning Soon The Selmer Parks and Recreation Department will be starting a co-ed volleyball league. For all interested teams or

players, the first meeting will be held on March 29 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be to discuss rules. Cost will be $25 per player. Teams must consist of at least one female. Games will be played on Thursday nights at the Selmer Community Center beginning the following week. For more information call (731) 610-7170.

•SPORTS ON DECK Baseball: March 22 MCHS vs LTHS @ Lex. (4:00) MCHS @ Lexington (6:15) AHS vs Clarksburg (4:30) March 23 MCHS vs PCHS @ Lex. (4:00) AHS @ Chester Co. (4:00) March 24 MCHS vs SHHS @ Lex. (10 a.m.) March 26 MCHS @ Bolivar (4:30)

March 27 MCHS vs Bolivar (4:30) Softball: March 22 MCHS vs JCM (TBA) AHS vs Middleton (4:30) March 23 MCHS @ Liberty (TBA) AHS @ Camden Tourney March 24 MCHS @ Muscle Shoals MCHS @ Alcorn Cent. AHS @ Camden Tourney Soccer: March 22 AHS @ MCHS (TBA) March 27 MCHS vs JCM (5:30) AHS @ Sacred Heart (5:00) Tennis: March 22 MCHS @ Chester Co. (4:30) AHS vs Middleton (4:00)

Soccer begins, Bobcats win big By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer

The McNairy Central Bobcat Soccer Team opened the season with a strong 6-0 win over the Hawks at Jackson South Side. “We played sloppy at both ends at first,” said Bobcat coach Nick Cook, “but as the game went on, our ball movement and defense came together. Our JV was able to play for most of the second half.” New team member, Jake Williams scored three goals, and sophomore midfielder Easton Hawkins scored a goal as well in the first half, taking a giant 5-0 lead with another half of play. Williams finished the game scoring one last goal, which placed him in the record books. Goalkeeper Tyler Henry refused any goal attempted by South Side and saved seven shots, on top of blocking a penalty kick. The Hawks attempted a total of seven shots and all were saved by Henry. “Joyner Pollard really controlled the tempo of the game nicely,” said Cook. “Jake Williams tied the single game scoring record in his debut.” Pollard scored one goal, made one assist and had 13 defensive stops. Williams is the third player tied for the single game scoring record. Senior Dakota Chandler tied the record in 2010 at Liberty and former Bobcat Josh Mankey set the record in 2007 against Riverside. Last year, for the first time in nine years, the Bobcats made it to the first round of the district playoffs and had other teams scratching their heads. McNairy Central was the top team in the district during the regular season and finished with a record of 10-4. The shutout game has the Bobcats excited about upcoming matches, but thus far, spring rain has made it difficult to get games played. Several matches have already been postponed in the young season. The MCHS Alumni game has been rescheduled three times since March 9, and last Thursday, both Adamsville and McNairy waited out the passing storm for an attempt to play their regular season rivalry match. Unfortunately, the officials would not allow the game to com-

mence. Pools of water developed in certain areas of the field, and the officials ruled the playing surface hazardous to the welfare of the players. This week, the 1-0 Bobcats will attempt to make up their match with the Cardinals on Thursday and then the annual Alumni game on Friday at 6 p.m., which will feature former Bobcat players playing against the current Bobcat players.

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Keeping his eye on the target, Bobcat midfielder, Joyner Pollard races to beat an opponent to the ball.

Cards open season with Tomahawk Classic Sports Writer

Tennis season debuts Head Sports Writer

•Old School Style Basketball The 8th Annual Old School Style Basketball, where only the strong survive, will take place on March 24 at 9:30 a.m. at the Selmer Civic Center Gym. The event is sponsored by Bethel Springs Rosenwald Community Center and the

By Andrew Alexander

has been letdown by a star athlete. Remember in 2009, when 10-time All-Star point guard, Allen Iverson signed with the Memphis Grizzlies? Iverson left many unanswered questions regarding his leave of “personal reasons”. Countless Tennesseans were disappointed by his actions. Memphis still granted and respected his wishes saving the team $3.5 million for a one-year contract. At least Manning didn’t sign and then quit. The Titans’ intentions before Manning came up for grabs were set on building the defense. Veteran Matt Hasselbeck and rookie quarterback Jake Locker have proven themselves to be excellent contenders. Our southern hospitality and will to forgive and forget will keep the Titan fans rooting for the underdog. Next year’s schedule has been set to avoid the misery of playing against Manning, the soon-to-be new Broncos quarterback. (This column is the opinion of the writer and does not necessarily reflect the Independent Appeal or its owner.)

By Amanda Lowrance

on Friday and $5 on Saturday. Spectators will be given a pass to get into other gyms once they have paid at the first game they watch. There will also be full concession stands at each venue (Please use back door entrance for games at MCHS). There will be teams from McNairy County, Chester County, Milan, Tenn., Jackson, Tenn., and Middleton, Tenn. MBA invites everyone to come out and watch some great basketball action.

Opening the season on the road against stiff competition, Adamsville played five games in five days at the Tomahawk Classic in Jackson, Tenn. last week. “Several times, we showed what this team is capable of being like this season, but other times we showed we still have a lot of work to do,” said Cardinal head coach Steven Lambert. “This tournament may not help our team’s record, but in the big scheme of things, it helps us be ready in May when the postseason starts. That is what is most important.” Adamsville finished the tournament 1-3-1 with a win against 2A Bolivar Central, a tie against 2A Jackson South Side, and losses to the University School of Jackson, 2A Crockett County and tournament host, 3A Jackson North Side.

North Side- 8 Adamsville- 7

Their bats were alive in their final game of the Tomahawk Classic as the Cardinals outhit Jackson North Side on their own field, but it did not add up to a win for Adamsville last Saturday. Down 7-4 in the top of the fifth, the Cardinals fought back with two outs. Drew Griswell hit a two-run home run to cap off a three-run inning for AHS that tied the game, 7-7. Before time expired in the bottom of the fifth, the Indians scored on a passed ball to give them an 8-7 win over the Cards. Four Cardinal pitchers combined to allow six Indian hits to close out play in the highly competitive classic. “Good to get (Jalen) Kendall on the mound for the first time this season,” Lambert said. “Got a good effort on the hill from (Josh) Burks, Trevor Griffin, and Hunter Dickey as well. Tough opening week in a pretty good tournament.”

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(AHS) John Reed Odom: 2-3, 2 RBI, 2 2B, R; Drew Griswell: 1-2, 2 RBI, HR, R; Jalen Kendall: 1-2, RBI, R; Hunter McSwain: 1-3, R; Kasey Hurley: 1-2, 2R; Dustin Neill: R

Crockett County- 7 Adamsville- 3

After jumping out to an early lead in their fourth game of the Tomahawk Classic, the Cardinals let one slip away against the Crockett County Cavaliers last Saturday at North Side High School. Lambert said the game was a disappointment. “(We) jumped out early, getting three runs in the first, but only managed one base runner the rest of the game.” The Cavaliers scored seven runs on just three hits as Adamsville committed three errors in the field and struggled to swing the bats. “The only positive was getting some guys (Kasey Hurley and Jacob Wallis) on the mound for the first time,” said Lambert. “Josh Chappell pitched well over the last three innings to hold Crockett. We just didn’t back him up offensively.” Hurley got the start for AHS and Wallis relived him in the third. Chappell entered in the fourth and finished out the game. CCHS AHS

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USJ- 6 Adamsville- 0

Junior Montell Johnson had a nice start for the Cardinals last Thursday against the University School of Jackson Bruins, but Adamsville’s shortcomings at the plate cost them the game.

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Kasey Hurley throws a pitch in Adamsville’s game against Crockett County last Saturday afternoon.

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Josh Chappell takes a big cut against Crockett County. Chappell finished the Tomahawk Classic with six hits, including a home run against South Side. “Montell (Johnson) pitched run to score and battled back to tie great against a good USJ team, the game in the top of the fifth. We giving up only three hits through did leave six base runners on that four innings,” said Lambert. “The could have made a difference.” Bruins had a couple hits in the fifth Josh Chappell hit the season’s that we should have made plays first home run for Adamsville and on, and we couldn’t get key hits led the Cards at the plate, going 3-4 when we needed them. We will get with a run and an RBI. better at situational hitting.” AHS had the bases juiced with AHS 01011000373 one out in the first inning but SSHS 20010000371 could not push a run across the plate. The Cards stranded seven (AHS) Josh Chappell: 3-4, RBI, HR, R; base runners in the game. Kasey Hurley: 1-3; Dustin Neill: 1-3, R; Jalen Kendall: 1-4, RBI; Drew Griswell: AHS 000000x051 1-4; Hunter McSwain: RBI; Onri DamUSJ 00024xx680 ron: R (AHS) Josh Chappell: 2-2; Hunter McSwain: 1-2; Kasey Hurley: 1-3, 2B; John Reed Odom: 1-3

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In the second game of the Tomahawk Classic, Adamsville and Jackson South Side took the contest all the way to extra innings, but a winner still could not be decided as the game ended in a 3-3 tie. “Of course, we’re not pleased with not getting a win,” said Lambert, “but we saw lots of positives in the game.” Drew Griswell got the start for AHS and threw seven strong innings. “Drew Griswell pitched his tail off and deserved a win, and Hunter McSwain threw a good eighth inning,” said Lambert. “We also did some good thing defensively...to keep South Side from taking the lead or winning the game.” Trailing 2-1 when the fourth inning began, Adamsville tied the game up, but the Hawks took advantage of some Cardinal mishaps in the bottom of the inning and regained the lead. “Three errors in the fourth were costly,” Lambert said, “but we showed great character and composure in only allowing one

Adamsville- 7 Bolivar- 2

The Cardinals opened their season with a 7-2 win over Bolivar in the Tomahawk Classic March 13. “Good to get that first victory of the year,” said Adamsville head coach Steven Lambert. “Josh Burks and Trevor Griffin did a great job on the hill for us. Drew (Griswell) and Jalen (Kendall) had some big hits, and we played well defensively.” Burks pitched four innings for the Cards, and Griffin pitched the fifth. Griswell and Kendall both went 2-3 with two RBI. Bolivar got on the board first with a run in the second, but Adamsville answered back in the third to even the game, 1-1. “(We) took advantage of several Bolivar miscues in the fourth to break the game open with five runs,” Lambert said. “(We) reached the time limit while hitting in the bottom of the fifth.” BCHS AHS

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Smith, Diamond Dawgs runner-up 2011-12 deer harvest results By Sam Bedwell McNairy County Wildlife Officer

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The 8-year-old Diamond Dawgs were runners up in the Holiday Inn Express Play Ball Spring Classic March 10-11 at the SportsPlex in Jackson, Tenn. The Dawgs finished 4-1 in the tournament. Local player Cason Smith, of Selmer is the son of Darren and Regina L. Smith.

McNairy County deer hunters harvested 2,806 deer during the 2011-2012 hunting season. There were 1,437 bucks harvested, making up 51 percent of the harvest. There were 1,369 does harvested, making up 49 percent of the harvest. The bucks harvested were as follows: 136 button bucks, 221 spikes, 220-3 or 4-points, 272-5 or 6-points, 453-7 or 8-points, 117-9 or 10-points and 18 to 11-points or more. The data shows that of the bucks taken, 40 percent were 7-points or better. The data also shows that the majority of the deer with 7 or more points are at least 2 1/2 years old. McNairy County hunters continue to do a good job in slowing the growth of the counties deer herd. By harvesting more antler-

less deer, hunters help reduce the number of vehicle/deer collisions and help farmers reduce crop damage caused by the deer.

Another benefit of harvesting antler-less deer is the increase in the quality of the bucks harvested and an elongated mating season.

Winebrenner serves up aces for Jackson Juniors By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

McNairy Central’s Tiffany Winebrenner competed in a volleyball tournament in Jackson, Tenn. last Saturday as a member of the Jackson Junior Olympic Volleyball team. Winebrenner was solid throughout her three matches, recording 15 aces and 27 kills. Winebrenner’s Jackson Juniors defeated the Blazers in two sets in the final match of the day, 25-16 and 25-18. They won one

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set against the top Jackson Junior squad in their second match, 25-22, but lost the match after dropping the next two sets, 2523 and 15-11. In the early game, the Jackson Juniors lost in two straight sets to Arkansas, 25-22 and 25-15. The tournament in Jackson was as close to home as Winebrenner’s team will play this year. Their next match is Saturday in Memphis at the Cook Convention Center, and nationals will be played in Atlanta in just a few weeks.

Young hunter Logan Kiestler shot his first buck while hunting with his dad in Bethel Springs.

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BSES completes World’s Finest Chocolate fundraiser

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Kindergarteners Learn about Fire Safety at BSES

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By Christie Roach BSES Campus Reporter

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Bethel Springs Elementary School just completed its annual World’s Finest Chocolate Fundraiser. The overall top seller was Molly Settlemires. She will receive a $100 savings bond. Each student that sold a box of chocolate had their name placed in a drawing for a 5-pound chocolate bar. The winner of the candy bar was Kendall Crowe.

Juvenile Turkey Hunt March 24th and 25th By Sam Bedwell McNairy County Wildlife Officer

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency would like to remind young hunters of the upcoming Youth Turkey Hunt to be held the weekend of March 24-25. The hunt is for hunters ages 6-16. The bag limit for the hunt is one bearded turkey, which counts toward the statewide bag limit unless taken on a WMA where turkeys are designated as bonus birds. All youths must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age, who must remain in a position to take immediate control of the hunting device. The adult is not required to have a license on this hunt. Hunters that have reached their 10th birthday are required to have completed a hunter safety course or have an apprentice license before hunting. New regulations this year include the .410 and 28 gauge shotguns being legal with No. 4 shot or smaller as well as the traditional shotgun gauges.

Volume 07 Issue 55 March 20, 2012 Member of the Tennessee High School Press Association The PawPrint is a publication of the McNairy Central High School Journalism Department. The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the administration, faculty or staff.

EDITOR Rachel Burns REPORTERS: Holly Henson Aaron Friend, Katie Boggs ADVISER Lisa Forsythe

UPCOMING EVENTS: March 20

•Juniors take ACT •9, 11, 12 graders dismissed •BsB Chester Co H •SB Fayette Ware H

March 21

•BsB Middleton H

March 22

•Faculty Mtg 3:05 •BsB Big Red Classic •SB JCM H •TEN Chester Co A

By Rachel Burns

The Spring Choral Concert was a hit with people all who went to see Ms. Sarah Lemons and her choirs sing various songs. What a perfect start to the spring season! This formal concert includes spiritual, foreign, and modern art songs. Her favorite songs the choirs will sing include “Angel Breathing Out” by Alison Bair and “I am Not Yours” by David Childs. Lemons and her choirs have been preparing for the concert since the beginning of the school, so three months of singing and practicing. “The end is my favorite part of show time, with the last songs and hearing what the students have

•SB Alcorn Central A Muscle Shoals A •BsB Big Red Classic

March 26-30 •SPRING BREAK

March 26

•BsB Bolivar A

•BsB Sports Plus

Young Farmers and Ranchers is an organization that inspires its member to become advocates and effective leaders in all aspects of Agriculture. The YF&R is sponsored by Farm Bureau with activities on a local, state and national level. YF & R is open to young men and women between the ages of 18-35. Throughout the year there are many opportunities to meet with other YF&R members and learn more about agricultural operations across Tennessee. To learn more about YF&R programs, visit www.fb.org or contact your local Farm Bureau office. Young farmers and ranchers from McNairy and Chester County met March 1, 2012 to form a new local YF &R chapter. The YF & R of McNairy County will meet the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at the new McNairy County Ag Complex, located near the McNairy Central softball field. Anyone who is involved or interested in farmSubmitted Photo ing, agriculture, or agribusiness is invited to attend. Trips, agricultural activities and Pictured are the member at the March meeting as well as the newly elected officers: Wes recreation time with other YF&R members Ashe – Chairman; Blake Jones-Vice Chairman; April Ashe-Secretary/Treasurer and Dolly Jane Barnes-Reporter. from across the state are being planned.

prepared,” says Lemons. She does admit to babble and make bad jokes on stage from being jittery in front of the crowd, but they love her anyway. Lemons choose these songs from experience and she goes onto jwpepper.com, a musical warehouse website and listens to clips of songs to buy for her choirs. In choosing her songs for Spring Concert she looks at the difficulty level, voicing, and crowd and choir appeal. “Plus I have to listen to the song for three months so I have to love it,” says Lemons. Molly George is a sophomore and has been in choir for two years. She is now in Women’s Choir. Her favorite song is “Johnny Said No”. “It is my

“I decided to do photography because I wanted to explore and adventure into a brand new experience,” stated Berry. Her favorite part of working on the project has been seeing the beautiful landscapes and editing the pictures. After high school, Berry plans on go to the Institute of Hair Design to become a beautician.

March 24

March 28-30

Young Farmers and Ranchers unite

Senior Spotlights

•SB Liberty A •BsB Big Red Classic •Juniors Dismissed

•BsB Bolivar H •SOC JCM H 5:30

clude at least two escape routes from every room in the home and a convenient meeting place at a safe distance from the home. Practice the escape plan at least twice a year and revise as necessary. Families are encouraged to pay particular attention to developing and regularly practicing escape plans for children and older adults. Additional recommendations include: Keep matches and lighters away from and out of reach of children. Don’t leave the kitchen, and don’t leave the home while you’re frying, grilling or broiling food. Once you are out, stay out! Call the fire department from a neighbor’s home.

Singing at the Start of Spring!

March 23

March 27

The Kindergarten students at Bethel Springs Elementary School were visited by members of the Bethel Springs Fire Department. Fire Chief David McCullar talked to them about fire safety. He demonstrated how the fire engine worked. Students were so excited to be able to sit in the fire truck and actually handle the fire hose. Mr. McCullar turned on the water to show the students that the water could reach high buildings. According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are between 350,000 and 400,000 house fires in the United States ev-

ery year. Home fires are the biggest disaster threat to families in this country. The American Red Cross is encouraging people to remember two key fire safety steps: installing smoke alarms and developing a fire escape plan. Fires strike suddenly and spread quickly. It’s important to take simple steps now to protect the members of your household. During a fire, every second counts and being prepared can greatly reduce the effects of these devastating disasters. It is recommended that people check each smoke alarm in their home at least once a month and replacing batteries every year, or as needed. Fire escape plans should in-

By Holly Henson

Kendall Berry is a senior at MCHS. For her senior project, she is learning about landscaping photography with her mentor, Rodney Murray.

favorite because it’s an accapella piece, and it was very different to learn,” says George. Her favorite part of the concert is the final song when every choir sings together. She says there is so much energy and it’s an amazing sound. To her, the worst part of preparing for the concerts is when the choir first gets the music and it takes such a long time for everyone to get comfortable with the new material. “The best part is when we finally sing our songs well and Ms. Lemons is happy,” says George. Samantha Battiest is in Concert Choir this year. It is her first time to be in choir. Her favorite song is “Into the West.” “It has feeling to it,” By Rachel Burns

Tiffany Schreffler is a senior this year at MCHS. Her senior project this year is Barrel Racing. Her mentor is Gerry Don Sweat. “Ever since I was little I always watched the rodeo and dreamed about becoming a Barrel Racer. When senior project came about I realized that was my opportunity to pursue this dream,” says Schreffler. “Being around the horses and learning the certain

she says. Battiest’s favorite part of performing is being able to stand out and sing her heart out. “The worst part of preparing for the concert is being nervous. Everyone is stressed. The best part is to be around everyone. They are so nice and willing to help if you are struggling for a note,” says Battiest. Christian Yarbrough has been in choir for “four honorable years.” She is a two year veteran of JazzCats and a 2012 student excel in choir. “My favorite song is “Il est bel et bon”, a French song. It pushes you to learn new exciting words and their meanings. It is just amazing,” says Yarbrough. Her favorite part of performing

knows that she is standing for what she loves to do in life, and getting compliments along the way. Yarbrough’s worst about preparing for concerts having to deal with people and their mistakes. “The best is being able to step out of the “norm” and express myself for who I truly am,” says Yarbrough. Caleb Carroll is a freshman this year and in Concert Choir. His favorite song is “Old Time Rock and Roll” because it was fun. His favorite part of performing is performing and being in front of everyone. “The worst part of preparing is learning, but the best part is being able to perform,” says Carroll. Spring Concert is a great time of the year, and it signifies the start of spring and the songs it comes with.

skills needed to train the horse to do what you want it to and also having that adrenaline rush,” she says. “After I graduate I plan on attending Jackson State Community College and learning to be an Emergency Room

Nurse and also to furthering my skills and abilities in Barrel Racing Events.”

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For Sale or Rent: 47 Flowers LN, 2 BD, 1 BA. $300/month. Call 439-6314. (44) For Rent: 2 BD 1 1/2 BA Duplex. CH & A. Dishwasher, stove & refrigerator. Carport. $375/mo.; 3 BD, 1 BA CH & A Carport, storage. Building in Selmer $400/mo. No pets. 610-2877. (TF)

2 BD, 1 BA, Central heat and air, stove, refrigerator. In Selmer $375 + deposit 610-2877. (TF) 4 BD, 2 BA, central heat and air, in Bethel. $450 + deposit. No pets 6102877. (TF) For Rent: 2 BD, 2 BA, small cabin at Eastport Waterfront $500 or with dock and 2 boat slips $800/month. (662) 415-6606. (TF) For Rent: 3 BD, 2 BA home. Includes washer, drier and all appliances. $425 per month, deposit required. 522 Circle Hill Dr. Call (731) 438-7082 for information. (43, 44)

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For Sale: 1999 Crown Victoria, white, good condition. Whirlpool tub, still in box. Call 645-6532. (44)

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Building For Rent. 100ft. x 25ft. 127 Court Ave. $600/month. Call 9344316. (TF) House for Rent: 71 State Line Rd, 3 BD, 2 BA. Big house, big yard, Call (662) 287-7875 or (662) 286-0162 (TF)

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For Sale: trampoline and hot tub. 2 250-gallon propane gas tanks, 1 gas heater. Call 610-5553. (44)

automobiles 201 - autos We have 1997-2008 Jeep Wrangler parts, 1998-2009 Silverado Truck Parts, 2000-2008 F150, 250, 350 truck parts. Raceway Auto and Truck Parts. 731-925-8000. (TF)

301 - job opportunities Piano player needed. Falcon Baptist Church. Sunday morning and night and Wednesday night. Salary negotiable. 610-0072. (43, 44)

miscellaneous 401 - for sale

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) NOTICE TO FURNISHERS OF LABOR AND MATERIALS TO: Sweeping Corp. of America, Inc. PROJECT NO.: 98047-4177-04 CONTRACT NO.: CNJ434 COUNTY: McNairy The Tennessee Department of Transportation is about to make nal settlement with the contractor for construction of the above numbered project. All persons wishing to le claims pursuant to Section 54-5-122, T.C.A. must le same with the Director of Construction, Tennessee Department of Transportation, Suite 700 James K. Polk Bldg., Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0326, on or before 04/27/12.

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Dell laptop $400 under warranty. Also laptop repair. 731-925-6183. (TF)

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#3242467: 2015 Roy Seay, Selmer, TN - Good area, house surrounded by woods, convenient to Corinth, Enter into open living area with hardwood flooring and vaulted ceiling. The vinyl siding home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Large deck on back, CH&A, plus outside wood burning stove.

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#3240183: 800 Cheshier, Bethel Springs - Great place for horses or cattle. Conveniently located to work in Jackson. Enter into foyer & into living area with 10` ceiling, hardwood flooring in living, dining, kitchen (lots of cabinets). Paved drive, patio overlooking rolling hills.

#3242656: 520 Mitchell, Hornsby, TN - Lots of room for the money. The home has a new metal roof & some new windows. Concete pad in front, shed, storage building. Inside the home needs some repair work. It has over 1800 sq. ft. of living space.

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#3220779: 1355 Huggins Bottom, Guys - Gated entrance, enter long paved drive, bridge w/flowering trees, pond or lake on each side. You will not want to leave the back with decks, inground pool, koi pond, patios. Inside are 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, large den & living rooms both have fireplaces, Floors are hardwood, tile & carpet. 48x68 barn, fenced, detached garage. All this on over 51 acres, both wooded & open.

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#3224317: 2930 57 West, Ramer Great house for a large family - lots of room for the money. Great back yard, level & shaded. The vinyl sided home with metal roof has a large den, formal dining, eat-in kitchen, great storage, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Also has a storm shelter & work shop.

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#3206258: 5083 Rose Creek Rd, Selmer - 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Split Bedroom Plan, Part Carpet, Vinyl Floor, Eat-In Kitchen, Living area Sq. Ft. is 1399

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) Wilson Service Company: We move and install mobile homes! Licensed, bonded/insured. Also, house leveling, rotten joist/sill replacement, support piers installed, floors and metal roofs. Call (731) 609-8794 or (731) 6104813. (TF) AGREED DIVORCES $299.00 plus court costs. 645-8557. (TF) Will mow yards for the public (731) 610-9214. (42, 43, 44, 45) Lawn Services - mowing, mulching, edging, weed-eating. Call Steve at (731) 439-5136. (43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48) Gardens tilled, bushhogging, gravel spead. Free estimates. (731) 9349777. (44, 45)

503 - public notices SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on December 9, 2004, by Billy Frank Walker and Clara Sue Walker to American Title Company, Inc., Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, under Book No. 372, Page 2834, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, a national banking association, not in its individual capacity, but solely in its capacity as trustee for the Terwin Mortgage Trust, Series TMTS 2005-6HE; and WHEREAS, U.S. Bank National Association, a national banking association, not in its individual capacity, but solely in its capacity as trustee for the Terwin Mortgage Trust, Series TMTS 2005-6HE, the holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5-117 (i), not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, March 29, 2012, commencing at 12:00 PM at the East Door of the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, to wit: Beginning at a steel fence post in the North line of Mitchell, said point being 240 feet as measured East from the East line of Bagget, runs thence North 149 feet to a steel fence post in the Southern margin of Falcon Road; thence in an Eastern direction, with Falcon Road, as follows: South 77 degrees East 143 feet; North 88 degrees 19 minutes East 20 feet to a steel fence post; thence South 114.4 feet to a steel fence post in the North line of Mitchell; thence West, with Mitchell, 160 feet to the point of beginning, containing 21,120 square feet, more or less. Metes and bounds. Being the same property conveyed to Billy Frank Walker and Clara Sue Walker by deed from E.L. Locke and Tildon Locke, filed for record in Book 95, Page 104, Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, dated 1/15/79. Property address known as 237 Falcon Road, Selmer, Tennessee 38375, McNairy County PROPERTY ADDRESS: 237 Falcon Street, Selmer, TN 38375 CURRENT OWNER(S): Billy Frank Walker and Clara Sue Walker The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any

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priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: McNairy County Tennessee OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly 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. 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. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o CS11 Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (404) 417-4040 File No.: 754.0810887TN Web Site: www.jflegal.com Insertion Dates: 03/07/2012, 03/14/2012, 03/21/2012. 9150 42, 43, 44 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 16, 2008, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded December 23, 2008, at Book 394, Page 2323 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by George W. Williams and Elizabeth Williams, conveying certain property therein described to Kathy Winstead as Trustee for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; and the undersigned, 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 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 April 2, 2012 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 First Civil District of McNairy County, Tennessee and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a one and one half inch iron pipe found at the southeast corner of the parent tract, see Deed Book 134, page 534, and being in the northern boundary of NOTICE TO FURNISHERS OF LABOR AND MATERIALS TO: Traf-Mark, Inc. PROJECT NO.: 98047-4183-04 CONTRACT NO.: CNK088 COUNTY: McNairy The Tennessee Department of Transportation is about to make nal settlement with the contractor for construction of the above numbered project. All persons wishing to le claims pursuant to Section 54-5-122, T.C.A. must le same with the Director of Construction, Tennessee Department of Transportation, Suite 700 James K. Polk Bldg., Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0326, on or before 04/27/12.

Dennis Young, see Deed Book 148, page 129, thence north 79 degrees 56 minutes 39 seconds west for a distance of 610.09 feet with the northern boundary of Dennis Young passing an iron pin at 254.24 feet to a one and one half inch iron pipe, thence north 05 degrees 33 minutes 21 seconds east for a distance of 408.99 feet with the eastern boundary of Grace Bennett Agee passing the center of Center Hill Road at 29.83 feet to a rebar iron pin set with cap bearing markings J.A. Martin RLS 1469, thence north 83 degrees 01 minutes 30 seconds east for a distance of 607.26 feet with a new line passing an iron pin at 561.03 feet to a point in the western boundary of Dennis Young, see Deed Book 141, page 1, on the east side of Malone Cemetery Road, thence South 04 degrees 03 minutes 21 seconds west for a distance of 588.81 feet with the western boundary of Young passing the center of Center Hill Road at 528.38 feet to the point of beginning. ALSO KNOWN AS: 1878 Center Hill Road, Finger, Tennessee 38334 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

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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: George W. Williams; Elizabeth Williams

Tennessee, executed by Benjamin P. Sinclair and Phyllis J. Sinclair, conveying certain property therein described to Matt B. Murfree as Trustee for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Guaranty Trust Company, its successors and assigns; and the undersigned, Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee.

nessee, and the description there given and said Plat are made a part hereof by this reference thereto as fully and to the same extent as if copied in full herein. The foregoing real property is conveyed subject to certain restrictive covenants, limitations, recitals, etc. pertaining to Country View Estates Subdivision, which are of record in Deed Book 136, page 123, ROMC and reference is here made to said Book and Page where recorded for a more complete listing of said restrictive covenants, limitations, recitals, etc., and the same are incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein

NOTICE OF SALE

PURSUANT TO TENNESSEE CODE ANNOTATED §66-31105(2)(G), NOTICE is hereby given that the contents of

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent 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 April 2, 2012 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 #6 of Country View Estates Subdivision, a plat or plan of said subdivision being of record In Plat Cabinet A, Slide 93 in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Ten-

ALSO KNOWN AS: 230 Edgewood Drive, Adamsville, Tennessee 38310

The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pur-

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Washer & Dryer Set, surround system, 2 TV’s, end tables, dining room table & chairs, DVD’s, DVD player, VCR tapes, CD’s, toys, clothes (all sizes), flowers, pictures, computers, old dishes, books, bread machine, playstation 2 games, entertainment center, Tires (175/65/R14) (3 with rim).

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unit number 11 in the self storage facility known as Kennedy’s Mini Storage will be sold at auction to the highest bidder for cash at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at the Ramer Industrial Park, 4046 Highway 57 West, Ramer, McNairy County, Tennessee, to satisfy an owner’s lien on such contents, claimed by the business known as Kennedy’s Mini Storage. Said self-storage facility is located at the address set forth herein where the sale will take place. The name of the Occupant of said unit is Jamie Moore. Dated this the 14th day of March, 2012.

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Black and White Border Collie on Hack Bridge Rd.- Eastview. No Collar. Name is Issac. Afraid of storms. If found, call Greg Forsyth (731) 610-0182.

Tennessee Technology Center at Crump POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Collision Repair Instructor (Exempt Position)

The Tennessee Technology Center at Crump is now accepting resumes and applications for the position of Collision Repair Instructor. Minimum Qualifications:

McNairy County Health Care Center is looking for Full-Time

LPN’s and RN’s for all shifts

We offer the following benefits:

• Holiday Pay • Vacation Pay • Sick Pay

• 401K • Insurance •ESOP benefits

Anyone that is interested in applying may do so from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Mon-Fri. in the front business office. Phone number is (731) 645-3201.

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• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED diploma. • Graduate of a Collision Repair training program at an accredited postsecondary training institution. • Three (3) years of current work experience in a full-time collision repair facility. • ASE certiﬁed in collision repair and have working knowledge of I-CAR certiﬁcation standards and the ability to incorporate the I-CAR curriculum into the program. • Must have working knowledge of all aspects of the collision repair industry, including: painting, structural and non-structural repair. • Must posses the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective instructor. Must show evidence of good character, mature attitude and stable personality. Must show a commitment to continuing education.

Responsibilities:

• Instruction of postsecondary/secondary students in modern collision repair techniques, shop safety and job success. • Establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with students, other faculty, staff general public and area industry. • Monitor, grade and evaluate students’ progress. • Maintain appropriate records, prepare and submit timely reports. Salary: In accordance with Technology Center guidelines. Applications Date: Applications and resumes will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. April 12, 2012. Please call (731) 632-3392 for an application to be mailed or faxed to you. Mail resumes and a completed application that details your qualifications along with a cover letter to:

Tennessee Technology Center at Crump Attn: Director P.O. Box 89 Crump, TN 38327 TTCC is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution

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suant 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: Benjamin P. Sinclair; Phyllis J. Sinclair

enants, terms, and conditions of said Deed of Trust and the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable. Party Entitled to Enforce the Debt: Owner of Debt: US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-WFHE3, AssetBacked Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-WFHE3 The following real estate located in McNairy County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder: Described property located McNairy County, Tennessee, to wit: Beginning at a stake, said stake being the SWC of the tract of land conveyed to Rudolph Hopkins et ux by A.C. Russom, et ux and of record in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee in Deed Book Number 86, Pages 160-161; thence in a Southerly direction 160 feet to a stake in the North margin of Rudolph Hopkins Road, said stake being 6 feet West of a utility pole; thence in a Westerly direction along the North margin of Rudolph Hopkins Road, 181 feet to a stake; thence in a Northerly direction 160 feet to a stake; thence in an Easterly direction 181 feet to the point of beginning. Street Address: 167 Hopkins Road, Bethel Springs, Tennessee 38315 Parcel Number: 69 5 01 Current Owner(s) of Property: Heirs of Mary H. Buckley Other interested parties: Treasurer Loans, Inc., General Sessions Court for McNairy County and /or the McNairy County Circuit Court, c/o Hailey & Seaton and Security Credit Services, Inc. c/o Michael A. Jacob, II, Esq. The street address of the above described property is believed to be 167 Hopkins Road, Bethel Springs, Tennessee 38315, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO TENANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. If applicable, the HB 3588 letter 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; and any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory right of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat any unpaid taxes; and any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory right of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances 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: Treasurer Loans, Inc., General Sessions Court for McNairy County and /or the McNairy County Circuit Court, c/o Hailey & Seaton and Security Credit Services, Inc. c/o Michael A. Jacob, II, Esq. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are

expressly 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. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded by the Substitute Trustee at any time. This office may be a debt collector. This may be an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

ern direction approximately 200 feet to a stake; thence in an Eastern direction approximately 200 feet to the point of beginning. Tract number 2: Beginning at an iron pin in the Western margin of Clay Hills Drive, same being the Northeast corner of the Oliver Dickey lot now Shelton; thence North 00 degrees 37 minutes 24 seconds East with the Western margin of Clay Hills Drive, 64 feet to an iron pin, same being the Northeast corner of the tract herein conveyed; thence in a Western direction 200 feet to an iron pin, same being the Northwest corner of the tract herein conveyed; thence in a Southern direction to an iron pin, same being the Southwest corner of the tract herein conveyed, and the Northwest corner of the above mentioned Oliver Dickey lot now Shelton; thence in an Eastern direction, with the North boundary line of the Oliver Dickey lot now Shelton, approximately 200 feet to the point of beginning. Tract number 3: Beginning at an iron stake in the Western margin of Clay Hills Drive, same being the Southeast corner of that certain tract conveyed to Harbin now owned by Dickey, by deed as found of record in Deed Book number 99, Page 162, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee; thence in a Western direction, with Dickey’s South boundary line, 200 feet to a stake; thence in a Southern direction 150 feet to a stake, same being the Northwest corner of the Dunaway tract as found of record in Deed Book number 101, Page 367, in the said Register’s Office; thence in an Eastern direction, with Dunaway’s North boundary line, 200 feet to an iron stake in the Western margin of Clay Hills Drive, same being the Northeast corner of the Dunaway tract and the Southeast corner of the tract herein conveyed; thence in a Northern direction, with the Western margin of Clay Hills Drive, 150 feet to the point of beginning.

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. 700‑200943 DATED February 23, 2012 INSERTION DATES: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee March 7, 2012 March 14, 2012 March 21, 2012 DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ msherrod_120223_1532 FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC. COM 9151 42, 43, 44 ORDER OF PUBLICATION In the General Sessions Court of McNairy County, Tennessee In Re: Petition of Rickey Allen Hester for absolute divorce from Leslie Marie Hester Case No. 12-DV-36 Said Court found that LESLIE MARIE HESTER, cannot be personally served with process, it is ordered that publication be made for 4 consecutive weeks in the Independent Appeal, a newspaper published at Selmer, in McNairy County, Tennessee, requiring LESLIE MARIE HESTER to serve an answer upon Drewry-Rodgers Law Firm, Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 211 South Fourth Street, Selmer, TN 38375, on or before the 5th day of April, 2012, or otherwise said cause will proceed ex parte and default judgment issue. This the 6th day of March, 2012. Van McMahan, Judge Ronnie Brooks, Clerk Drewry-Rodgers Law Firm, Attorney for Plaintiff Filed: Marissa Barnes By: Ronnie Brooks, Clerk 9181 43, 44, 44, 46 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on April 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM local time, at the east door, McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Mary H. Buckley, to Pettigrew Law Firm, Trustee, as trustee for Citizens Home Mortgage, LLC on June 29, 2006 at Book Deed of Trust 382, Page 1584; conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP having been appointed Substitute or Successor Trustee, all of record in the McNairy County Register’s Office. Default has occurred in the performance of the cov-

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ALSO KNOWN AS: 573 Clayhill Drive, Selmer, Tennessee 38375-5046 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: Idalia Garrett; Stacy Garrett

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Successor Trustee March 14, 2012 March 21, 2012 March 28, 2012 DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ msherrod_120302_ 748 FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC. COM 9194 43, 44, 45 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is Hereby Given that on 3/8/2012, Letters Testamentary, in respect to the Estate of Lexie Cone, deceased, who died 2/20/2012, were issued to the undersigned by the McNairy County Chancery Court of McNairy County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his/her Estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court, within the earlier of four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death, 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. Max Wayne Cone, Executor Lloyd Tatum, Attorney Kim Harrison, Clerk & Master/Deputy Clerk 9199 43, 44 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 September 22, 2009, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded October 1, 2009, at Book 397, Page 1577 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Dorothy R. Coats, conveying certain property therein described to Carter Stanfill And Associates PLLC as Trustee for Fifth Third Mortgage Company; and the undersigned, 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 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 April 16, 2012 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property herein-

after 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: Commencing at an iron pin in the eastern right of way of Bethesda Road, the NWC of Redman and the SWC of the Leona King land, thence northwesterly with the east right of way of Bethesda Road 144.42 feet to an iron found for a true point of beginning of the subject tract, runs thence N 15 deg. 25 min. 13 sec. W with the eastern right of way of Bethesda Road 143.68 feet to an iron pin found, thence N 80 deg. 39 min. 11 sec. E leaving said road 272.18 feet to an iron pin found, thence S 09 deg. 20 min. 26 sec. E passing an iron pin at 139.74 feet, in all 152.03 feet to an iron pin found, thence S 41 deg. 37 min. W with a marked line 257.12 feet to the point of beginning. ALSO KNOWN AS: 623 Bethesda Purdy Road, 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: Dorothy R. Coats; Community South Bank; Raymond L. Coats 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. 949‑208429 DATED March 13, 2012 INSERTION DATES: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee March 21, 2012 March 28, 2012 April 4, 2012 FHA No. 482-4115228-703 DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ tcrow_120313_ 737 FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC.COM 9272 44, 45, 46

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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 August 25, 2006, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded August 25, 2006, at Book 383, Page 1107 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Robert Michael Mitchum and Eva Ann Mitchum, conveying certain property therein described to Arnold M. Weiss, Esq., Shelby County as Trustee for Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.; and the undersigned, 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 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 April 16, 2012 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 McNairy County, Tennessee, and bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a nail in the centerline of a County road known as the Stantonville Mt. Vinson Road (now Mt. Vinson Road), the same being the most eastern southeast corner of the original tract (as described in Deed Book 83 page 231) of which this is a part; thence with said road as follows: North 22 degrees 56 minutes East 279.5 feet; North 31 degrees 05 minutes East 100 feet; North 38 degrees 37 minutes East 260 feet; North 35 degrees 05 minutes East 100 feet; North 28 degrees 40 minutes East 210 feet to the true beginning of this conveyance; thence North 28 degrees 40 minutes East 140 feet; thence leaving said road, North 61 degree 20 minutes West 200 feet to a stake; thence South 28 degrees 40 minutes West 140 feet to a stake; thence South 61 degrees 20 minutes East 200 feet to the beginning. ALSO KNOWN AS: 2222 Mount Vinson Road, Stantonville, Tennessee 38379 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

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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: Robert Michael Mitchum; Eva Ann Mitchum; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for SouthStar Funding, LLC; SouthStar Funding, LLC; Pickwick Electric Cooperative c/o Karl W. Dudley; Wells Fargo Home Mortgage; Otis W. Kellum; Pearl E. Kellum

duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Trustee, will on Friday, the 20th day of April, 2012 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 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 Third Civil District of McNairy County, Tennessee.

a western boundary of Russom, to an iron pipe found in the northern boundary of the Larry C. Gray et ux Judith Gail Gray property, see Deed Book 102 Page 661; THENCE North 89 degrees 23 minutes 11 seconds West for a distance of 659.76 feet, passing a bumper jack found at 50.22 feet, with a northern boundary of the Evelyn Ammons property along and with a fence, to a steel fence post set; THENCE North 01 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East for a distance of 191.26 feet to and with a fence, to the point of beginning.

Commencing at a grader blade found in an eastern boundary of the Evelyn Ammons property, see Deed Book 125 Page 430, the southeast corner of the Sydney N. Hawkins et ux Charlene W. Hawkins property, see Deed Book 101 Page 626, THENCE South 01 degrees 15 minutes 50 seconds East for a distance of 21.37 feet with a fence, to an iron pipe set in a fence corner, for a TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING of the subject tract; THENCE North 84 degrees 05 minutes 36 seconds East for a distance of 56.49 feet, along and with a fence, to an 8-inch Gum; THENCE South 88 degrees 05 minutes 21 seconds East for a distance of 70.48 feet, along and with a fence, to a 6-inch Gum; THENCE North 87 degrees 52 minutes 59 seconds East for a distance of 45.63 feet, along and with a fence, to an 8-inch gum; THENCE North 69 degrees 59 minutes 46 seconds East for a distance of 38.33 feet, along and with a fence, to a steel fence post found; THENCE South 89 degrees 21 minutes 33 seconds East for a distance of 160.65 feet, along and with a fence, to a steel fence post found; THENCE North 44 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East for a distance of 145.32 feet, along and with a new fence, to a fence corner; THENCE South 88 degrees 33 minutes 25 seconds East for a distance of 429.26 feet, along and with an old fence, passing a fence corner at 403.93 feet to a point in the centerline of Ammons Road; THENCE South 07 degrees 49 minutes 22 seconds West for a distance of 115.62 feet to a point in the centerline of said road; THENCE North 85 degrees 13 minutes 06 seconds West for a distance of 144.24 feet, leaving said road and passing a fence corner at 21.18 feet, to a fence corner, the northwest corner of the Danny T. Russom property, see Deed Book 165 Page 275; THENCE South 01 degrees 05 minutes 07 seconds West for a distance of 174.89 feet, with a western boundary of Russom, to a fence corner; THENCE South 88 degrees 46 minutes 14 seconds West for a distance of 83.19 feet, with a northern boundary of Russom, to a steel fence post found; THENCE South 00 degrees 18 minutes 11 seconds East for a distance of 27.81 feet, with

Said property contains 4.622 acres more or less.

Michele A Kitchen – Driving while license suspended – Fined $50 and costs, sent. to 12 hours, supervised prob. not drive in Tn for 6 months David Wolverton – Driving while license suspended – Fined $50 and costs, sent to time served. supervised prob. David Wolverton – Driving while license suspended – fined $50 and costs. sent to time served. supervised prob. Percy Ross, Jr. – Assault, attempt – fined costs. sent to time served. TBD uninsured medical bills and demonstrated lost wages determined by counsel and prob officer. No contact with victim. Supervised prob. Terea Mikiliti Peters – Driving while license suspended – Dismissed on payment of costs. Michelle A Kitchen – Driving while license suspended – Fined $50 and costs. Supervised prob. Justin W Welsh – Driving whle license suspended – Fiend $25 and costs. DL sus for like period. Supervised prob. Jonathan A Yarbro – Calls in non-emergency situations – Fined $50 and cost. sent to 8 hours. Supervised prob.

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. 1286‑151879 DATED March 8, 2012 INSERTION DATES: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee March 21, 2012 March 28, 2012 April 4, 2012 D S a l e N o t i c e T N - S h e l l i e _ bsims_120308_1055 FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC.COM 9271 44, 45, 46 THIS INSTRUMENT PREPARED BY: Deusner & Kennedy, P.A. 177 West Court Avenue Selmer, Tennessee 38375 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 Jeffery D. Vandiver being one and the same person as Jeffery Dale Vandiver and wife, Mindy Vandiver, bearing date of April 15, 2002, secured by a Deed of Trust of record in Trust Book 328, Page 633, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and which Deed of Trust conveyed certain property as therein described to the Trustee therein named to secure BancorpSouth Bank; and Whereas the undersigned was appointed and substituted as Trustee pursuant to an Appointment of Substitute Trustee, dated February 7, 2012, of record in Trust Book 405, Page 483, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and S. Craig Kennedy, as Substitute Trustee, by virtue of the power,

Together with and subject to covenants, easements, and restrictions of record.

The foregoing legal description is based upon a plat of survey of James A. Martin, Register’s Land Surveyor, Tennessee Certificate Number 1469, which plat of survey is dated April 10, 2002. Being the property conveyed to Jeffery D. Vandiver and wife, Mindy Vandiver by Warranty Deed of Norman Hawkins and wife, Jeanette Hawkins, dated April 11, 2002, of record in Deed Book 179, Page 691, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. ALSO KNOWN AS: Map-79, Parcel-21 520 Ammons Rd. Selmer, TN 38375 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 13th day of February, 2012. S. CRAIG KENNEDY, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE DEUSNER & KENNEDY ATTORNEYS AT LAW 177 WEST COURT AVENUE SELMER, TENNESSEE 38375 9276 44, 45, 46

William Golston, Jr. – Prohibited weapons, attempt – Dismissed on payment of costs and good behavior for 6 months George B Landrum – Prohibited weapons, attempt – Dismissed on payment of cost and good behavior for 6 months, supervised prob. Matthew R Mullins – Schedule IV drugs: school zone, attempt – Schedule III drugs: mfg, del, sell, poss – Possession without prescription, unlaw – bound over to grand jury, waiving prelim. hearing. def shall cont. on current bond of $2,500 Matthew R Mullins – Identity theft – Theft up to $500 – Burglary – bound over to grand jury, waiving prelim hearing. def shall cont. on current bond of $2,500 Matthew J McKeel – Driving while license suspended – dismissed on payment of costs, supervised prob. James Gatlin – Public intoxication – fined $25 and costs. sent to 12 hours, supervised prob. Joy L Mann – Probation violation – prob. reinstated upon cond. that def. comply with recommendation of JACOA John L Moore – Driving while license suspended – Dismissed on payment of costs Nancy L Tull – Driving while license suspended – Dismissed on payment of costs

IMAGINATION LIBRARY PLANS FOR 2012 The McNairy County Books from Birth Program is off to a fast start in 2012. Plans for fund raising events and fun activities are already on the calendar for this year. The purpose, of course, is to encourage our children to enjoy reading from the time they are born because reading is key to success in their education. Please put these dates and activities on your calendars: My Favorite Book Art Contest Children in kindergarten and 1st grade are encouraged to talk with their art teacher at school about this project. The art should be on 8 ½ x 11 art paper and should depict the child’s favorite book. The work must be completed at school under the direction of the teacher. The name of the book and author must be on the page. The teacher will place a number on the back of the page that will correspond to a name that only the teacher will know. The work will be judged and the winners will be placed in the 2013 Imagination Library Calendar. All art that is submitted for judging will be displayed at a site to be determined later. The 2013 Imagination Library Calendar By the end of April, the volunteers who make up the Imagination Library Steering Committee will begin to ask local businesses and individuals to support the program by sponsoring a page in next year’s calendar. Pam Carroll is the leader in the ad sales. Please respond positively when she calls and asks for your support. The calendar is the primary funding of our $1,000.00 monthly expense for the books which are mailed directly to each child’s home. The 2012 Storybook Character Tea Party FUN!! FUN!! FUN!!! The annual “tea party” returns this year on October 6. The event raises money for the Imagination Library, but it also provides opportunities for fun and enrollment in the program. Everyone who wishes, adults and children, may come dressed as their favorite storybook character. Fun activities and entertainment will be available for the children along with delicious cookies, sandwiches, and tea! Tables may be sponsored for $35.00, and the tickets will cost $5.00 with children from birth to age 5 admitted free. Silent auction items will also be available for your bidding. Put it on your calendar now – October 6, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the MCHS Commons. We are also working on a special idea for celebrating the Christmas season which will be announced at a later date. Please encourage enrollment in this wonderful program and financial support for it! For more information, call Karen Lange at 731 645-5383 or Martha Glover at 731 645-5575.

SCHOOL BUS BIDS The McNairy County Board of Education is requesting bids on (2) 2013 model (or newer) 35-passenger Special Education school buses. Bids are to be submitted to the Superintendent of Schools. McNairy County Board of Education, Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee 38375. Bids are to submitted no later than 9:30 A.M. on May 1st, 2012. Bid forms and specifications may be obtained from the School Bus Garage, 892 High School Road, Selmer, Tennessee 38375 (or) the Superintendent’s Office. Bids are to be submitted with the understanding that the McNairy County Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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