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By Amanda Lowrance Staff Writer
AIM ROCKS AiM receives federal funds for Littlejohn Project PAGE 2A
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Patrons enjoy a day at the Buford Pusser Festival.
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Before Memorial Day, the 24th Annual Buford Pusser Festival held in Adamsville brought people together from around the world. The four-day festival offered a carnival, a parade, competitive events, and good family fun and entertainment. Many people helped volunteer and organize the event to carry on the legacy of Sheriff Buford Pusser and to bring the community and families together. “My favorite part isn’t so much what is going on but spending quality time with family and friends,” said local, Belynda Trumble. Trumble and her family entered the car show after modifying their Suburban and won third place in the Modified Truck Division. Candidates for the upcoming
Pusser Foundation seeks to restore tax exempt status Man allegedly assaults father, 86 See FEST, 4A
By Christen Coulon and Jeff Whitten Independent Appeal Staff
The Buford Pusser Foundation’s 501 (c) (3) status as a taxexempt non-profit corporation lapsed on May 15, 2010 and was administratively dissolved as an inactive corporation by the state on Aug. 21, 2006. According to the IRS, the loss of a 501 (c) (3) status means that donations are no longer tax-deductible for donors. Dwana Pusser Garrison, head of the foundation and daughter of Buford Pusser, said that the corporate status with the state and 501 (c) (3) status with the Internal Revenue Service are in the process of being restored. Pusser Garrison told the Independent Appeal last Friday that she did not handle the business details of the corporation, but left that to accountants and lawyers. Kevin Redmon, accountant for the foundation, told the Independent Appeal May 22 that filings would be submitted to restore the foundation’s corporate status with the Tennessee Secretary of State and 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS in the coming weeks. Redmon said that the foundation would not have needed to file
any regular corporate tax returns during the period it was not a 501 (c) (3) organization or not even a corporation. If, as highly likely, the foundation had a gross income of less than $25,000 for some years and $50,000 for others, it would only need to file a Form 990-N or the internet postcard. Even if the foundation was above these income thresholds, it would only need to file a Form 990, the regular non-profit corporation tax form, Redmon said. Pusser Garrison said that the foundation changed its address and was only notified that its 501 (c) (3) status had been revoked in September 2011. Although the revocation was effective in May 2010, the date at which the the IRS posted notice of automatic revocation on its web site was Sept. 7, 2011. “I was shocked to get that then,” Pusser Garrison said. Pusser Garrison said that no tax deductible donations were solicited after she was notified of the revocation of 501 (c) (3) status. Pusser Garrison said that Savannah accountant David Long handled both the state and federal paperwork for the corporation
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Accidents claim 2 lives over holiday weekend By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer
Two separate accidents claimed the lives of two individuals in McNairy County last weekend. Johnny Lee Miller, 23, of Finger, was killed in a one-car accident near Finger last Saturday night. According to a fatal accident report provided by the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Miller, who was driving a 1988 Chevrolet S-10 pickup southbound on Litt Wilson Road, lost control and ran off the roadway into a ditch. Miller was not wearing a seat belt. Trooper Sam Bryant investigated the accident. In a seperate incident, a Savannah man was run over and killed by a semi truck at Elam Trucking last Friday, according to an incident report provided by the McNairy County Sheriff’s Department.
By Emily Pitts Staff Writer
Grady Grimes, age 86, of Selmer, was allegedly assaulted by his 64-year-old son, Gary Don Grimes, on Thursday May 17. According to the incident report provided by the McNairy County Sheriff’s Office, Grimes’ daughter, Margaret Cox, spoke with Officer Jamie West while in the emergency room with her father, who had severe lacerations on his face and arms. She informed
Officer West that she received a call from her father around 1:30 p.m. on May 17, asking her to come to his house. According to the police report, Cox stated, “When I got to him, he was at his dining table with blood all over him.” When Cox asked her father what had happened, he replied that he thought his son, Gary, had beaten him up. According to Cox’s statement, “He said they had bad words over some equipment Gary was getting from the shop.” The report details how she attempted to
call Gary, but could not reach him. She then called Gary’s daughter, Amy Null, who said that she would try to find him. When Cox arrived at the hospital with her father, Null, who was with Gary, called back. “I asked her what he said, and she said he said he did it,” said Cox in the police report. Grady Grimes claimed that his son had come over to his property to pick up some equipment, taking away a truck bed with a
Michie mayor resigns unexpectedly By Janet Rail Publisher
Mayor Mike Glisson opened last Monday’s meeting by announcing his unexpected resignation. “I knew when I decided to run for mayor that time would be a stretch for me. However, I did not know that I would be faced with continued health problems. After much thought and prayer, I feel it is of utmost importance to focus on my health, my family, and my business. Therefore, I am resigning my position as mayor of the City of Michie effective immediately,” said Glisson.
“I have enjoyed my time as an alderman and as a mayor and wish this board only the best in the future. I also want to thank everyone for the support and encouragement that I have been given. I will continue to live in and support the best small town in Tennessee,” Glisson said. His final business was in the preceding Beer Board Meeting in which owner Tim Hearnsberger applied for a beer permit for his new restaurant Top O’ The River in Michie. Mayor Glisson opened up the meeting and asked if anyone in the audience wanted to
speak regarding the application for the permit. Several members of the Covenant Baptist Church were in the audience and voiced their concern regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages. Minister Brian Rainey stated, “Regardless of what this beer board votes, the restaurant can take it to court to voice opposition, but I am here to see how you vote.” City attorney Paul Simpson stated that according to their city ordinance, section 12, no beer permit could be issued within 300 feet of a resident without a petition signed by all residents within 300 feet of the establishment.
Mayor Glisson shared a notarized copy of one letter of the only resident within the 300 feet requirement who voiced her opposition to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Hearnsberger stated that he respected all the opinions of everyone and was requesting this permit as many of his customers are requesting beer and he does not want to lose the business to other restaurants and lose the revenue for Michie. “I would not advertise, have signs in my window or have it on my menu but want to be able to of-
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Fire destroys Guys residence
Cleveland Clyde “Joe” Balentine, 83, an employee at Elam Trucking in Selmer, was run over by a Maroon 2000 Volvo semi tractor truck being driven by Michael Prather. Prather told Deputy Jamie West, who responded to the incident, that he was backing the truck up at a slow speed, when he felt something and stopped the truck. Prather walked to the back of the truck and saw he had struck Balentine, whose head was under the back tire and whose feet were hanging out of the left side of the truck. Prather then said he ran into the shop to get help. Employees then got a fork lift and raised the truck off Balentine. The Tennessee Highway Patrol Critical Incident Response Team arrived on the scene and began reconstructing the accident. They stated that they will have a full report later.
By Christen Coulon Editor
An early afternoon fire destroyed a Guys residence last Wednesday. The incident at 679 Gay Thompson Road in Guys was reported shortly after noon when neighbors called to report that the home was in flames. Units from the Guys, Eastview and Chewalla fire departments responded to the call. McNairy County Fire Chief Darryl Goodrum said that the owner had been working in the home shortly before the fire and had left the residence for a short time when the fire occurred. Goodrum said the owner did not know what could have happened to cause the fire. Goodrum said there was little firefighters could do to save the house because it was com-
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A fireman hoses down the smoldering building. pletely engulfed in flames when they arrived. After nearly an hour fire-
fighters had the fire nearly under control with a few isolated hotspots still smoldering.
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Arts in McNairy receives federal funding for Littlejohn project By Emily Pitts Staff Writer
When Arts in McNairy first began a cultural assessment of the county five years ago, they had no idea what would turn up. “We went into it with an open mind. As the leading arts agency, we felt like we should know what was significant in the cultural landscape if we were going to serve the whole community,” said project director and AiM Heritage and Culture Committee Chair Shawn Pitts. “We’ve been thrilled with the results.” As a result of the assessment, AiM leadership now possesses extensive knowledge about the cultural heritage of McNairy County that has led to projects like the Artisan Trail and in-depth research about McNairy County’s broommaking tradition. Now, they are receiving a federal award to help preserve one of the most unexpected and delightful discoveries of this cultural assessment—the Littlejohn recordings. These recordings were made from the mid-1940s through the mid1950s at the Eastview home of Stanton Littlejohn. He purchased a recording device which could make wax (acetate) records in 1946 and started making recordings the next year. He began by recording his own music, as well as that of his relatives and acquaintances. Because this device was the only one of its kind close by, musicians throughout the area soon came here to record. In fact, the earliest known recordings of rockabilly legend Carl Perkins were made at Littlejohn’s home. Perkins is known to have played with many of the other musicians on the recordings before he was a commercial success, especially a group called the Chickasaw
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(Above) Littlejohn with his recorder at Eastview around 1950. (Left) Musicians hold a jam session in 1949 at the Latta Ford Motor Co. in Selmer. Many of these players were captured at the Stanton Littlejohn sessions around the same time. Ramblers, from Henderson. The Perkins songs in the recorded material have been authenticated by members of the Perkins family. In addition to the Perkins material, Littlejohn recorded and meticulously catalogued what the Library of Congress called in a press release last week, “a unique snapshot of traditional old-time string band repertoire, square-dance calls and early rockabilly in the midsouth during that decade.” To date, AiM has recovered and preserved some 200 tracks of music from this era with the support and technical assistance of Tennessee Arts Commission’s Folklife Program and the Center for Popular Music at Middle Tennessee State University. Now, they are receiving
federal funding for future projects. “This week, the Library of Congress notified Arts in McNairy that the organization will receive the 2012 Henry Reed Fund Award from the American Folklife Center,” said Pitts. The American Folklife Center is a branch of the Library of Congress. Its mission is to “‘preserve and present American Folklife’ through programs of research, documentation, archival preservation, reference service, live performance, exhibition, public programs and training,” according to last week’s press release from the Library of Congress. The goal of the Henry Reed Fund Award given to Arts in McNairy is to “provide support for activities directly involving folk artists, especially when
College holds 1940’s hairstyle pageant
the activities reflect, draw upon, or strengthen the collections of the American Folklife Center.” “The Henry Reed Award will allow the organization to continue documenting and creating awareness about this important folk music archive through a series of live performances and interviews with the original recording artists and their family members,” said Pitts. According to Pitts, AiM is attempting to organize a reunion concert for the surviving performers in the recordings and their families. It is hoped that the concert will become a reality in October at the Latta Visitors’ and Cultural Center, where Earl Latta used to hold concerts around the same time that the original recordings were made.
“Concert footage, Littlejohn recordings, and interviews will then be used to produce a short film about the sessions and the rich local musical heritage which inspired them,” said Pitts. The film will hopefully be completed by next summer and debuted at the cultural center by fall 2013. When completed, the film and entire Littlejohn archive will be become a permanent addition to the Folklife Archive at the Library of Congress. “Of course, we are pleased that AiM is receiving this prestigious honor,” said Pitts, “but it is really more gratifying to know that Mr. Littlejohn’s gift to this community will be preserved and made available to Americans as part of the nation’s preeminent cultural archive.”
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The Styles and Profiles Beauty College held a 1940’s hairstyle beauty pageant for its students last Thursday. The pageant winner was Jodi McKelvey; her hair was styled by Nichole Wilson. (Back row) Alecia Harrison, Jessica Nichols, Nichole Wilson, Jodi McKelvey, Shay Frye, Stephanie Morris, Asia Damron and Audie Regor. (Front row) Brittiany Bauer, Jerri Ann McQueen, Samantha Poindexter, and Kayla Leatherwood.
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A tour bus from Corinth Charter & Tours became stuck at the steep entrance drive to Burger King in Selmer around 12:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Selmer police diverted traffic around the stranded bus as a truck from Moore Brothers towing helped remove it.
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Crazy K Ranch set to bring visitors, revenue to county By Christen Coulon Editor
The Crazy K Ranch in Michie is quickly becoming a McNairy County landmark. In addition to offering a state-of-the-art working ranch, the site also boasts amenities such as luxury cabins and an event center, along with fishing and horse-back riding that are making it a tourist destination. The ranch, which is owned by Sammy and Sherry Kiser, totals nearly 800 acres and is located at 833 N. Prather Road in Michie. The ranch has been in operation for two years and shares its name with the Eastview steakhouse also owned by the Kisers. The ranch features five newly built cabins which can
sleep more than 30 visitors and a freshly opened event center with in house catering that can seat more than 150. “The event center is great for wedding receptions, barbecues, company christmas parties, family events or anything else; think about us whenever you have that big event planned,” said Becky Adkins, events manager for the ranch. “We also have fishing on all of the ponds and horses that you can ride all around the ranch.” The ranch is still under construction and is looking to expand its accommodations as well as its sale arena, which is scheduled to open in 2013. The inaugural event at the sale arena is set for Sept 29, 2013 with 200-300 people coming from as far away as Virginia, Texas,
Florida, California, and New York. The ranch also hosts the ChesterMcNairy County Cattleman’s bi-monthly meetings and will host the Tennessee Angus Field Day on Aug. 11. Adkins encouraged community members to pop in anytime and take a tour of the ranch. “If someone just wants to pop in they can stop by, and we can show them around,” Adkins said. Besides the accommodations and event center, the ranch features a stateof-the-art breeding program with 280 head of cattle. “We don’t raise cattle to take them to the stock yards or anything like that,” said Charlie Adkins, ranch manager. “We sell females to people whether its
bred cows or heifers. We sell stuff at weening like replacement females for people’s herds or even bulls...we sell year-land bulls, 18-month-old bulls; basically anything someone needs for their herd we can sell them.” Charlie Adkins also said the ranch has a diverse genetic breeding program. “We also have recipient cows. With a select few donor cows, around 15-20, we flush them every few months and pull the embryos out of them and put the embryos in the recipient cows. If there is a cow everybody wants a calf out of, we can have up to 15-20 calves a year out of one cow.” The recipient cows are not genetically related to the calves and are used only to birth and raise them.
“We do a lot of embryo transfer work,” Charlie Adkins said. “It gives buyers a better opportunity to buy more of our top genetic cows. We also sell pregnancies. We know at 60 days if its a bull or heifer before they are born. Every cow on the ranch gets artificially inseminated, that way we can use any bull in the industry. We do everything a certain way.” The ranch specializes in Black Angus cattle. Angus is a breed of cattle that is known for their marbled meat with bigger rib eyes. For more information about the ranch, to book cabins or events or to rent vendor space for one of the ranch’s upcoming events call Becky Adkins at (731) 610-6109.
Adamsville City Commission deals with outsourcing By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer
The Adamsville City Commission dealt with outsourcing issues at its May 21 meeting. It voted to outsource one function but deferred voting on another in order to gather more information. Meter reading will henceforth be done by a private contractor but the commission deferred action on the budget, which would have cut money for weekend and night dispatchers. The budget will be considered at a special called meeting on next Monday (June 4). The commission voted 3-2 to contract with D2 Energy for meter reading services. Under the contract, D2 will read waters and gas meters for $47,500 each month. D2 will provide the trucks and fuel. The current costs to the city to read the meters are close to $50,000, according to City Administrator Steve Simon. In addition to the direct savings of $2,500, the city would also save on insurance, overhead and liability for any accidents. The Water Foreman is currently doing this job, Mayor David Leckner said. “This frees him in his leadership position to go out and tackle all the other problems we have such as 30 percent water loss,” the Mayor said. Public Works Director Paul Wallace Plunk said that he posted the position, but no one in-house wanted it. “I have a hard time with outsourcing, but sometimes it’s good,” said Commissioner Mark Massey. “I know it sounds good, but I just don’t believe in it. I’ve always been for work for people in Adamsville,” Commissioner Tommy Morris said about outsourcing. Voting in favor of the contract were Leckner, Vice-Mayor Matt Wood, and Commissioner Frank
Lacey. Massey and Morris were opposed. “It seems to me we’re trying to cut out everybody that works here. We ought to be trying to save jobs and save money...I don’t think we’re going to save a penny contracting this meter reading out,” Morris said. Simon said the city would oversee the contractor by data collection. The commission approved a suggestion by City Attorney Ken Seaton to include a “hold harmless” clause that would exclude the city from liability. The commission deferred consideration of the next fiscal year’s budget so further research could be done on alternatives to outsourcing night and weekend dispatch work. The commission voted to hold a special called meeting on the budget for June 4 at 7 p.m. Simon explained the reasons for this choice. “If you’ve noticed on the side of our police vehicles, it says call 911...That’s what we tell people to do with our signage. If you were to look at individuals in our community, and I dare say, line up ten and ask them in an emergency situation, what would they call, my belief is that they would call 911...We currently have a situation that when 911 gets a call and there’s domestic violence, they have to hand it off to us. When they hand it off to us, we either have to get the information from them or we have to ask the person for it again. There are times when we are chasing a car down and need a tag; we have to get in touch with 911,” said Simon. He added that there are times when Adamsville dispatchers work an entire shift without a call, particularly from midnight until 8 a.m. E911 is offering to do dispatch work for the city for $21,000, Simon said. The city currently pays E911 $1,500 for dispatch service.
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There are currently two full-time and one part-time dispatchers for the city, Police Chief Bill McCall said. “If you are looking at dollars and cents, it’s a no-brainer,” said McCall. He said he believed that salaries and benefit packages for these employees would total between $70,000 and $80,000. Simon said that the city would save $49,000 and that this money would be used to meet the state requirement of a reserve for each fund consisting of two months operating expenses. “I firmly believe that we don’t need to get rid of our dispatchers...I just don’t see that we ought to cut everything, outsource everything when people are hunting jobs...It’s just money. I’d like to save all we can, but you’re hurting a lot of people. It seems like we’ve always got the money for something else,” said Morris. “Commissioner Morris, with as much respect as I can, you’ve told me that we have too many people. Now you’re telling me all I want to do is cut,” replied Simon. Leckner pointed out that the city lost the water meter reader by attrition, not downsizing. He added that 90 percent of the calls go to 911, and very few people know the number for city dispatch. “It makes sense for us to continue on with 911 dispatch and let them do the official job they are set out to do,” Leckner said. Leckner pointed out that city dispatchers would still be on duty from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. and possibly 4 p.m. until midnight weekdays. Jamie Holmes, the city court clerk, also works as a dispatcher and his current shift is from 4 p.m. until midnight. The property tax rate under the budget remains at $0.83 per $100 assessed value for Hardin County and $0.78 for McNairy County. City employees would get a 3.5 percent raise
under this budget. In other actions, the commission approved a bid by Austin Fencing to build a fence around one sewer lagoon for a little more than $15,000. The vote was 4-1 with only Morris in opposition. “We don’t have a fence around the old lagoon and through time, probably decades, we’ve just let the fence deteriorate. So, we’ve got a few posts in a few places. We didn’t choose for whatever reason to replace it, so we’re replacing it now at a recommendation from TML (Tennessee Municipal League, the city’s insurer). TML came up with that and said, ‘Why don’t you have a fence around it?’” Simon said. Morris asked if TML was going pay for the fence, and Simon said no. Morris said that TML recommends a lot of things but does not pay for them. Morris then said the fence had been there 60 years, and he didn’t see why it needed to be replaced. Simon said that if animals get in the lagoon, they drown. The commission also approved amendments to this fiscal year’s budget. Funding for general government buildings was increased from $21,250 to $32,500. As of April, nearly $28,000 had been spent on this line item. Highways, streets and roads was increased to $116,000 from around $114,000. Funding in the amount of $36,500 was added for the Buford Pusser Festival. The commission voted to rezone the Klinck property from residential to business. The commission voted to write off $37,500 in delinquent utility accounts and turn them over to Tennessee Credit Management for collection. The accounts are anywhere from nine months to two years delinquent, Simon told the commission.
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Approximately 800 cases - 8 1/2 x 11" 20 lb. White duplicator paper Approximately 850 cases - 8 1/2 x 14" 20 lb. White duplicator paper Approximately 820 cases - 8 1/2 x 11" 20 lb. Plain, perforated computer paper Please furnish a sample of copy paper. Bids must be good for 45 days or more. Need quote on a delivery to all 8 schools. Delivery must be made by August 1, 2012. Please mail bids to: McNairy County Board of Education Attn: Glenda Shelton 170 West Court Avenue Courthouse Selmer, TN 38375 The McNairy County Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to award the contract as deemed in the best interest of the county.
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Schedule of events for 4th Annual Rockabilly Highway Revival Shake Rattle and Roll – 4th Annual Rockabilly Highway Revival to celebrate music heritage and visitors center dedication The Rockabilly Highway Revival began with a stroke of artist Brian Tull’s paint brush. The Rockabilly Mural, which is located at the corner of 2nd Street in Selmer, was intended to pay tribute to McNairy County’s deep musical heritage and the historical first meeting of Rockabilly legends Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins at a performance in Bethel Springs. The mural however became much more than a visual tribute; it became a launching pad of the Rockabilly Highway Revival music festival. In its first three years the festival has seen performances by Rockabilly legends such as W.S. Holland and Rayburn Anthony, both Sun Records artists. Young Rockabilly artists such as Jason Thomas and the Mean Eyed Cats, and the very popular Phil Hummer and the White Falcons have brought tremendous energy to the event. In fact, Phil Hummer and the White Falcons was the inspiration for the first Rockabilly Mural. The combination of old and new Rockabilly artists has attracted a projected 3,000 attendees annually to the event. Now in its fourth year the Rockabilly Highway Revival looks to continue its
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at one time, but Long said he only handled the state filing. “These things happen more frequently than one might think,” Long said about the lapse in foundation’s corporate status with the state. According to the IRS, the foundation was one of the more than 275,000 non-profit 501 (c) (3) organizations to lose their status in 2010. The Independent Appeal was not able to verify how much the foundation has received in donations when operating as a non-profit and how those funds have been allocated, due to our unsuccessful attempts to obtain the foundation’s annual non-profit tax returns also known as a Form 990. The Independent Appeal made requests to several individuals involved with the foundation for the tax returns which, once filed, are public record. Pusser Garrison referred us to her attorney when asked about the returns and foundation attorney Terry Wood said he would provide them only upon the specific request of Pusser Garrison. He characterized the revocation of the tax deductible status as a technical legal matter.
growth and impact on McNairy County. The event, which will be held Saturday, June 9 in Downtown Selmer, Tennessee, will feature the dedication of the Rockabilly Highway Mural II, as well as the dedication and grand opening of the McNairy County Visitors Center. The festival will also continue its tradition of providing great music. This year’s festival features Rockabilly legend Bo Jack Killingsworth and Sun Records artist Sunny Burgess and Legendary Pacers, as well as the highly energetic Brandon Giles and the Tricky Two. During last year’s headline performance Giles promised to blow away Downtown Selmer. His words proved prophetic thanks to a thunder storm that blew the top of the stage off as he danced on top of his piano. Giles promises just as much energy this year. In addition to the dedications and great performances, the Rockabilly Highway Revival will also host vendors and a bigger than ever car and motorcycle show. The recently crowned Rockabilly Queens will also be on hand to participate in the day’s festivities. The event will close out with a showing of American Graffiti at the brand new McNairy County Visitors Center Theater. The theater features state of the art sound, video and lighting. The facility is the equivalent
“The whole thing is being blown out of proportion,” Wood said. According to Adamsville Mayor David Leckner, the City of Adamsville sponsored last week’s Buford Pusser Festival overall, and the Buford Pusser Foundation was involved in sponsoring some events separately. Pusser Garrison characterized the relationship with the city as one of working together on the festival. Leckner told the Independent Appeal last Friday that the city requested tax returns from the foundation at a planning meeting in May 2011. The city gave the foundation until September 2011 to produce the documents. Pusser Garrison then asked for an extension and was granted one, but the documents were still not produced. It was later revealed in a January meeting among key city staff and key members of the foundation, including Pusser Garrison, that the foundation's 501 (c) (3) status had been revoked. Leckner said the city decided at that time to take over the Buford Pusser Festival. “When we looked at it in January, we decided that the Festival must continue, that it must be run right. We hope that the foundation will be restored to its corporate and nonprofit status,” Leckner said.
of much larger multi-screen theaters. Event organizers promise residents will be very pleased. For more information please contact the McNairy Regional Alliance at 731-645-6360. A complete schedule of events is posted below: Rockabilly Highway Revival Saturday, June 9 Schedule 8am to 9:30am: Vendor Set Up (vendors must be ready to serve public by 9:30am) 9am: Rockabilly Mural Dedication 9:30am: McNairy County Visitors Center Dedication and Ribbon Cutting 10am: Selmer Idol at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion 10:30am to 12pm: Pickin’ at Pat’s MAIN STAGE schedule 12pm: Bo Jack Killingsworth 1:30pm: Sonny Burgess and the Legendary Pacers 3pm: Car/Motorcycle Show Awards 4pm: Brandon Giles and the Tricky Two 6pm: Arts in McNairy Community Band performs at the McNairy County Visitors Center 7pm: American Graffiti showing at the McNairy County Visitors Center
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Brandon Giles performs at last year’s Rockabilly Highway Revival. Giles will headline again this year. The event kicks off June 9 at 8 a.m. with a full day of rockabilly fun planned in downtown Selmer.
Officers of year named at festival
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A recognition of law enforcement officers at the commencement of the Buford Pusser Festival. Special Local Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, Adamsville Police Chief Bill McCall, National Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, Sullivan County Sheriff Wayne Anderson, Daughter of Buford Pusser, Dwana Pusser Garrison, and Local Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, Trooper Dwayne Stanford. Saturday’s opening ceremony of the Buford Pusser Festival awarded officers each year with recognition for their outstanding service and dedication to law enforcement.
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election were present and each set up booths, along with creative artists, vendors, and the National Guard tested individuals on their puzzling, physical rock wall. Prizes were won and smiles were on the faces of those who attended. When asked if she was having fun, young attendee, Ann Marie Bowers said, “Yeah the festival is fun. I rode a bunch of rides and won two hats and toy gun.” Pusser created a major part of West Tennessee history. Now, people can gather at his honorary festival and not only remember his positive endeavors, but remember the generations of people who have made us proud to be Americans. On Saturday, the final day of the festival during the Memorial Day weekend, a ceremony recognized the lives and memories of the tremendous people who have fought for our country’s freedom. “We mourn, we celebrate, and we give great tribute to those who serve and protect us,” said State Sen. Dolores Gresham. “The fact that we can do this in our country is a wonderful thing.”
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Jehovah’s Witnesses invite all to attend “Safeguard Your Heart!” Convention Memphis, TN - Jehovah’s Witnesses feel that all, including nonWitnesses, will benefit from the positive message and practical suggestions that will be highlighted at the 2012 “Safeguard Your Heart!” District Convention to be held at the Cook Convention Center. The Witnesses’ convention program promises a fresh examination of Biblical references to the figurative heart. Through lively discourses, dramatic Bible readings and presentations, and even a live play, program parts will emphasize how protecting the figurative heart will enhance one’s spiritual well-being, family life, and happiness. Starting this week, and continuing for the next couple of weeks, Jehovah’s Witnesses will put forth extra effort to extend a personal invitation to everyone from Selmer to attend the convention with them. The first of three, three-day events to be held in Memphis, TN will begin Friday, June 8 at 9:20 a.m. The daily themes and titles of program parts are based on passages of Scripture, including 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 Chronicles 28:9, and Matthew 12:34. The convention theme “Safeguard Your Heart!” is based on Proverbs 4:23, Strengthening one’s spirituality will be the focus of the program. There is no admission fee. Conventions of Jehovah’s Witnesses are supported entirely by voluntary donations. Locally, all of the area’s 38 congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses will be supporting the activity of distributing printed invitations to the convention. An estimated 15,000 will come to the Cook Convention Center over three weekends, June 8-10, June 29-July 1, and July 6-8 for the Bible-based programs. Throughout the United States, there will be 385 conventions in 103 cities. Worldwide, there are over 7,600,000 Witnesses in more than 109 congregations. Local Media Contact: James LaBarr - 731-610-4007
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INVITATION TO BID The McNairy County Highway Department will be accepting sealed bids on: ⌧ Liquid Asphalt (CRS-2, RS-2) delivered to job site ⌧ Bridge Materials ⌧ Crushed Limestone (#4, #6, #7, #8, #10-both washed and unwashed) 33C (base material), Filter Stone, Rip-Rap and waste Rip-Rap ⌧ Red road gravel (screened and bank run) to be picked up by McNairy County Highway Dept. trucks ⌧ Hot Mix (to be picked up at plant by our patching & paving crews) ⌧ 14 Gauge Corrugated Metal Pipe with liner of varying sizes & lengths ⌧ Corrugated Plastic Pipe with liner of varying sizes & lengths ⌧ Plastic slip liner for repair of metal pipe in varying sizes & lengths Bids are for fiscal year July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013. A copy of the bid specifications will be available at McNairy County Highway Department, 4684 Highway 64 E, Selmer, TN 38375. All materials must meet Tennessee Department of Transportation specification. Please mark envelopes “Bids” along with the item that is bid on. Sealed bids will be opened in the office of the County Road Superintendent at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 11, 2012. The McNairy County Highway Department reserves the right to accept or reject any bid. Harvey N. Smith Road Superintendent
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Foreclosures fall slightly By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer
There were 12 foreclosures in McNairy County in April, according to RealtyTrac. This was down from 14 in March and 21 in May 2011. This represented a rate of 1 foreclosure in 1,032 homes. This was up from March’s rate of 1 in 1,080 and the May 2011 rate of 1 in 1,170. Selmer had 6 foreclosures, Adamsville had 3, and Bethel Springs and Finger each had 1. Numbers for Michie, Ramer, Stantonville and Guys were unavailable. The number of foreclosures was unchanged from the previous month in Selmer and Finger. They increased by 1 in Adamsville. Comparisons could not be made for Bethel Springs, Michie, Ramer and Guys because numbers for it were unavailable in March. The Selmer foreclosure rate of 1 in 702 homes and the Finger rate of 1 in 867 was unchanged from the previous month. Adamsville’s rate increased from 1 in 1,382 to 1 in 921 over the last month. There were 111 homes listed for sale in McNairy County, down from 113 in March but up from 9 in July 2011. There were 32 bank-owned properties, down from 33 in March and 85 in May 2011. The average asking price for McNairy County homes for sale was $115,000 down from $63,400, in March and from $140,598 in May, 2011. With nine foreclosures, Hardin and Hardeman Counties had the lowest of surrounding counties. At 1 foreclosure in 1,550 homes, Hardin has the lowest rate, followed by Hardeman at 1 in 1,206 and Chester with a foreclosure rate of 1 in 698. Tennessee had 2,724 foreclosures up from 2,604 in February and 2,376 in May 2011. The foreclosure rate in Tennessee was 1 in 1,032 up from 1 in 1,080 in March and 1 in 1,170 in May. Nationally, housing starts for single family homes in March were at an annual rate of 492,000, up 2.3 percent from the revised March figure of 481,000, according to a joint news release from the U. S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Existing home sales rose 3.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted rate of 4.62 million in April from an downwardly revised 4.6 million in March but are 10 percent above the 4.2 million unit level of April 2011, according to the National Association of Realtors. The national median existing-home price was $177,400, up from 10.1 percent from April 2011.
Legislature cuts sales tax on food, rate still among highest in nation By Jeff York Contributor
The Tennessee Legislature has passed a bill that will provide for a reduction in the state sales and use tax rate on sales of food and food ingredients. Effective July 1, 2012, the state sales and use tax rate on sales of food and food ingredients will be reduced from 5.5 percent to 5.25 percent. The cut follows a proposed Democratic plan to reduce the food tax rate to 4.5 percent, Republicans countered with their own bill to cut the rate by 2 tenths of one percent or 5.3 percent. Finally a rate of 5.25 percent was agreed upon by legislators. Even with the cut, Tennessee’s sales tax on food, combined with a state-wide average local sales tax of 2.43 percent, remains among the highest in the nation. With the change, food and food ingredients
will be subject to a reduced state sales and use tax rate of 5.25 percent plus the applicable local sales and use tax rate. Prepared food, dietary supplements, candy, alcoholic beverages and tobacco continue to be subject to the general state sales and use tax rate of 7 percent plus the applicable local sales and use tax rate. Existing laws defining which items are considered food and food ingredients remain unchanged by the new legislation. Businesses selling food items subject to the reduced rate of sales and use tax are advised to begin making the necessary changes to allow for the new rate beginning July 1, 2012. Changes to cash registers and accounting systems should be completed by the July 1, 2012 effective date. However, businesses must continue to collect and remit the existing 5.5 percent tax on sales of food and food ingredients made through June 30, 2012 to the Department of Revenue. The Department of Revenue is responsible
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fer it if a customer wants it. Either me or my manager only would serve it to customers,” said Hearnsberger. The mayor asked if anyone would make a motion to deny the pending application and no one made a motion. Alderman Jim Merry made a motion to grant the application for a beer license. All aldermen voted in favor unanimously. After some discussion with the group and attorney Simpson, Alderman Merry withdrew his original motion. “If you want to grant him a beer license, you have to change your city ordinance,” said Simpson.
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compressor. His son then allegedly returned to the property to retrieve an engine out of a washer. According to Grimes, his son walked up to him and asked him what he was mad about. The last thing he remembered was his son walking towards him while he was on a lawn mower. He then blacked out and could not remember anything else that happened until he woke up and called his daughter for help. Officer West had Cox contact Null in order to bring Gary Grimes to the Sheriff’s Department.
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Area WWII veterans, local dignitaries community members, gather at the Stantonville Community Center last Sunday to pay tribute to the nation’s fallen soldiers. During the ceremony, the veterans unveiled a recently installed monument at the Stantonville memorial site. The monument and memorial were erected by the Stantonville Ruritan Club.
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According to the report, Gary Grimes stated that something had happened to his father’s memory and that two or three weeks ago he had a conversation with his father about acquiring a compressor that had blown out of a truck bed and a sweeper with a V4 motor in it. Gary Grimes stated that he arrived at his father’s house that morning and was loading some of the equipment when his father asked him what he was doing there. Gary told Grady that he was there because his father had told him to pick up the equipment. His father began to get angry. When Gary asked him what he was mad about, Grady merely told him to get the compressor. Gary then left and returned to pick up the sweep-
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The board will put the ordinance on the agenda for the next city meeting for discussion deeming the beer permit application pending. Immediately following the resignation in the regularly scheduled meeting, the board appointed vice mayor David Baker to mayor. The board approved budget amendments of $7,914 in the 20112012 budget and passed the first reading of the 2012-2013 budget totaling $186,442.00 in the general fund. They also discussed that anyone performing contract labor would have to supply insurance to the city or sign a document holding the city harmless. The city will hold a special called budget meeting on June 11 at 7 p.m.
er. He stated that his father then came and asked him what he was doing back on the property, and he replied that he was there to get the sweeper. Grady then allegedly replied, “Get it, and get out.” Gary stated that he then wrestled his father off of the lawn mower and began to hit him until he bled. “He stated after 60 years of putting up with his father he had enough...He stated that he didn’t know if he hit him five or twenty-five times,” said West in the police report. Officer West placed Grimes under arrest for aggravated domestic assault. According to the police report, Grady Grimes was transferred by helicopter to Vanderbilt later that day in very critical condition.
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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.
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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.
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.
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. 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.
Friendship Baptist Church 2370 Friendship Rd., Ramer Bro. Joy Foster Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.
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.
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.
Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Nate Penland, Pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:15 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.
Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Lakeview Baptist Church 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Bro. Harold King Sunday 8 a.m. Bible Study 9 a.m. Second Worship Service 10 a.m. No Sunday P.M. Service 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. 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.
Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy. 45 S., Selmer Donald Woods, Minister Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Jeremy Weekley, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Liberty Church of Christ 1005 North Liberty Road Michie, TN 38357 731-239-4500 Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy. 142, Stantonville Larry Redmond, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Church of God: Bethel Springs Church of God 1814 Buena Vista Rd., Bethel Springs Aaron Moss, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God 910 Center Ridge Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Terry Resley, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 Sunday Morning Service: 10:45 Sunday Night Service: 5:30 Wednesday: 7:00 Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Rev. Tracy Sanders, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
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.
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 Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Highway 57 West Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30 Ramer, TN Wednesday: 7 p.m. 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
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.
Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com
Roman Catholic:
St. Jude the Apostle 1318 Poplar, Hwy. 64, Selmer Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. 1st. Saturday: 8 a.m. Seventh-Day Adventist:
Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach Street, Selmer Bro. Paul Henley, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m.
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.
World of Truth Church Hwy. 57 West, Ramer Larry Cooksey, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.
Other/Non-Denominational:
God’s Way Church 1121 Peach Street, Selmer Kerry Sanders, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Thursday night: 7 p.m.
A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Believers’ Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Bill Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. First Christian Church 133 N. Third St., Selmer Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Faith Pointe Church 440 Hwy. 64, Adamsville Marcus Whitman, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Fellowship Church 142 South Y Shopping Center Selmer, Tennessee Wednesday - 7 p.m. Sunday - 10 a.m. For info call 731-434-0097 www.onechurchnow.com Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 12 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 p.m.
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Making McNairy County Opinion headlines for more than 110 years
Year 1977 was also the Year Elvis Passed away. I remember I cried when I heard that on a German radio station I was I have gone back to dma- listening to at the time. I didn’t rie several times since my last understand a lot of German, column. I find it fascinating but I understood enough to Though the further back you know that something terrible go the less you find. This time had happened. There was a dock strike in 1977. around I chose to feaSome supplies were ture the year 1977. This not getting to the is the year I was in Gerbase because of it. many, and the year my This was also a time daughter was born. when congress was I never paid much haggling over how attention to big news much of a raise to headlines, or any give our military. If I other kind of news. I was always off in my Laura Specie remember they got 4%. Not much when own world I guess taking care of my daughter. I you consider what they do for did learn a couple of things us. Jimmy Carter was PresiI didn’t know. For example, on June 5th the first personal dent and Walter Mondale was computer the Apple ll went Vice President. You could still on sale. I can imagine the cost buy cars for under $6,000 and of that. The Doobie Brothers a home for under $60,000. The top toys during the sponsor a Golf Classic and Concert for United Way. KC time were action figures, Star and the Sunshine Band came Wars, Evil Knievel Strato, and on the scene and made it to Kiss figures, and Mr. Micronumber 1 with their hit “I’m phone just to name a few. Top your Boogie Man”. Other top book was “Roll of Thunder, songs for that year were You Hear me Cry” by Mildred D. light up my life by Debbie Taylor. I, at the time read a lot Gibb, I just wanna be your ev- of mysteries and thriller type erything, by Andy Gibb, How books. The 70s in general a lot Deep is your Love by the Bee of people would like to forget Gees. The 70s disco came on I am sure, But each decade the scene, and many people has it’s good and bad in all thought it was a bomb. Oth- things... music, world news, ers liked it because it was easy and local. You take the good to dance to. Me, I had mixed with the bad and move on. I feelings about it. Some I liked, hope you enjoyed this visit some I didn’t. Donna Summer, down memory lane. I hope Bee Gees, and KC benefited to finish up with 1980. Until from the disco craze. Saturday then, have a great week. laura_specie@yahoo.com Night Fever - A big movie. The Columnist
One Moore Novel: Miss Rumphius By Molly Moore
important thing. He tells her she must do something to make the world beautiful. As she grows older she evenAs a mother, I am constantly asked questions by my boys I tually does the things in her Almost everything. cannot always answer. At least dreams. not right away. Just today Jack Toward the end of her life she asked me how plastic is made. makes her small village beauti(Huh?) My response is always ful by dropping lupine seeds everywhere she goes. “let’s look that up”. My The next spring her boys are miniature myth town is covered with busters, so I am immediblooms. Because of ately afraid they may try one little seed a flower to make plastic on their is brought to life. own...seriously. For this Most children will very reason I try to find take this at face valanswers to their random questions. Molly Moore ue: plant seed...grow flower...voila! Clearly, Another question I this does make the have heard lately is “Can I be Captain America when I world beautiful and I am all grow up?” I know this is cute, about fabulous foliage, howand I do teach them to spread ever, there is so much more to happiness, help others, but absorb from this storybook. (I not to leap from tall buildings. think in figurative terms. NothThose are great qualities to have ing is literal to me.) I always tell throughout their lives. I just the boys the seeds represent you hope my boys are not walking and the good things you do in around with a star shield at the this world. The flowers are what grow from the effort. age of 30. I believe we all have the abilThere is a book we read at least once a week at our house. ity to spread happiness, but we The name is Miss Rumphius, also have the ability to do the and in this book is a wonderful very opposite. My husband philosophy about this life we are and I tell our boys they should living. Alice Rumphius is a small be shining lights, and no, I am girl who dreams of traveling the not sure they get it just yet, but globe, and when she is old she someday they will. Who knows, wants to settle down by the sea. Captain America may need a Her grandfather reminds her sidekick- or two. that she is forgetting one very Coulmnist
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Guys Pastor continues to defend church’s name despite federal court order Pastor Walter McGill speaks about his Guys congregation’s legal battle and subsequent court order to stop using the name Creation Seventh Day Adventist Church in its title. In order to exercise my religious beliefs, I must identify who I am via the name of my religion which is “Creation Seventh Day Adventist” (a divinely mandated name). There is no other name appropriate that would testify to my religious identity; consequently, my conscience requires me to employ this name in my religious observances and missionary services. I am not “Seventh-day Adventist” per se, but a type of Seventh Day Adventist as illustrated in the dictionary as follows: Seventh-Day Adventist —n Protestant theol a member of that branch of the Adventists which constituted itself as a separate body after the expected Second Coming of Christ failed to be realized in 1844. They are strongly Protestant, believe that Christ’s coming is imminent, and observe Saturday instead of Sunday as their Sabbath.
(Collins English Dictionary – Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition 2009 © William Collins Sons & co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009) (Notice: The dictionary mentions nothing about this term being a trade name or trademark. Rambus Trademark Guidelines says, “Trademarks should be used as adjectives— not as nouns or verbs.” See: http://www.rambus.com/us/ new/trademark_guidelines/index.html) While we “are strongly Protestant, believe that Christ’s coming is imminent, and observe Saturday instead of Sunday as [the] Sabbath” (as do the “Seventh-day Adventists”), we also believe in absolute separation of church and state and would never employ the civil power to seek a redress of grievances with respect to a religious conflict. In addition, we never incorporate our church association as a “legal entity” for church administration purposes. Our faith is based on the principles of the Bible alone and has nothing to do with a
“church manual” or other ecclesiastical code of law. We further believe (unlike the “Seventhday Adventists”) that all genuine Christians are re-created by the power of God and become a new creation; thus illustrating one significance of the name of our religion—Creation Seventh Day Adventist. I have not identified myself with any other organization than the unified body of Creation Seventh Day Adventist believers. The court record clearly states we have never sought to deceive or defraud any Seventh-day Adventist Church organization. During the long time period between our founding in 1991 and the current date in 2012, the General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists has not discovered one instance of confusion caused by our use of the name Creation Seventh Day Adventist. The court record attests to this fact. There is one fact that is not brought out in the legal documentation. During the years of our ministry, there have been more persons join with the Seventh-day Adventist Church
because of our labors than those who have joined with the Creation Seventh Day Adventist Church. You may ask, why? Because we are a small denomination and have few places for worship and fellowship (and the Plaintiffs have “more than 6,200 congregations in North America”), many people have decided to attend worship in one of those thousands of convenient SDA Church locations. Instead of defrauding the Seventh-day Adventist Church, we have inadvertently profited them. It was the General Conference attorney who requested a “civil commitment.” This amounts to a “keys-in-thepocket” incarceration until the guilty party complies with the mandates of all injunctions and court orders. And, keep in mind, this is a civil case, not criminal. For further evidence, read the “[PROPOSED] ORDER OF CONTEMPT AND SANCTIONS” drafted by Joel Galanter, counsel for the Plaintiffs: http://www.pastorwalterchickmcgilllawsuit.net/PDF/ ProposedContempt_highlights. pdf.
50 Years ago this week By Esther Pavao Staff Writer
4-H Peace Corps Project By J.L. McReynolds, Co. Agt. Former 4-H Club members have a special invitation to volunteer for the Peace Corps, says J. L. McReynolds, McNairy County Extension Agent. Their skills and training are needed for a Peace Corps project which is now being considered for Latin America, McReynolds reports. While exact location of the project cannot be announced yet because it is still being negotiated, participants would work as two-person teams and help develop 4-H type rural youth programs. They would assist
local Extension workers of the country in recruiting and training local volunteer Club leaders, and helping Club members with projects, demonstrations, meetings, exhibits, and recreation. The Peace Corps assignment would be for two years, starting about December 1. The assignment includes a three-months training program in the language of the country, its customs and culture, at the National 4-H Club Center in Washington, D. C. Men and women 18 years of age or older with rural and 4-H backgrounds are especially desired as applicants. Those selected would be accompanied to their assignments and guided in their work, by a project direc-
tor and three regional supervisors, representing the National 4-H Club Foundation. Youth of McNairy County who are interested should call, write, or visit the McNairy County Extension Office as soon as possible, where further information and Peace Corps Application Forms can be obtained. Notice to Citizens The Consumer Guide and McNairy County Independent has learned from the Chairman of the Beer commission, Mrs. E. G. Sanders, that the Commission has been notified of the Beer License Case in Circuit Court this week. Those in opposition to the granting to this beer license are hereby advised
that the case is scheduled for this term. McNairy by Miss Sue Kiser Mr. and Mrs. Noah Cude of Pampa, Texas, were here recently to see Mrs. Ava Archer, Mrs. Annie Browder and Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Kiser. Mrs. A. P. Robinson who lives in Selmer, accompanied them. Mrs. and Mrs. Bill Smith, who are former residents of this community, were here one day last week for a short visit with friend. After having lived in Jackson, TN for some time, they have moved into their new home in Selmer.
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to members of our community who are serving in the armed forces: • Specialist Allen Alexander • SGT Joseph W. Baggett • SGT Andrew W. Bayless USMC • 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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obituaries
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Marsha Daylene Austin
Jimmy Lee Miller
Ruth Rowland Tolbert
Marsha Daylene Austin was born August 9, 1962 in Selmer, TN, the daughter of the late Willie Lee and Jewell Maudine Johnson. Marsha was a homemaker, liked reading, raising puppies, cooking and camping. Ms. Austin departed this life on May 27, 2012 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 49 years, 9 months, 18 days. She is survived by a daughter, Heather Rast and husband James of Iuka, MS; a son, Jacob Ryan Austin of Bethel Springs, TN; two grandchildren, Eathan and Alydia Rast of Iuka, MS; a sister, Carol Ann St. Martin of Port Saint Lucie, FL; a brother, Roger Lee Johnson and wife Victoria of Selmer, TN. There will a private memorial service.
Jimmy Lee Miller was born September 7, 1988 in Jackson, TN, the son of Jerry Ray Miller and Regina Suzanne Cone Chandler. Jimmy Lee had worked construction commercially and residentially. He attended Sweet Lips Baptist Church. He graduated from McNairy Central High School in 2006. He was an avid outdoorsman, loved fishing, playing sports, riding his motorcycle, enjoyed playing pool and listening to music. He loved eating at Granny’s house and was known to eat a whole chocolate chess pie of Granny Cone’s. He loved spending time with family and friends. Jimmy Lee departed this life on May 26, 2012 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 23 years, 8 months, 19 days. He is survived by his mother, Regina Cone Chandler and husband Jeremy of Finger, TN; father, Jerry Ray Miller of Finger, TN; two sisters, Briley and Wynter Miller both of Finger, TN; maternal grandparents, Keith and Betty Cone of Finger, TN; paternal grandparents, Danny Ray and Loretta Miller of Finger, TN; aunts and uncles, April Miller, Rickey Miller and wife Melanie, Tony Miller and wife Amber and Brian Cone all of Finger; host of extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by great grandparents, Floyd and Ivy Cone, Cecil and Wana Mae Carpenter, Emmanuel and Minnie Chandler, Homer and Gladys Miller. Services were held on May 30, 2012 at 3 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Don Lipford officiating. Burial followed in the Maggie Jones Cemetery at Finger, Tennessee. Serving as Pallbearers were Brian Cone, Tony Heathcock, Levi Mitchell, Matt Connor, Kevin Harvey, Micah Harvey, Cody Moss, Riley Griswell, Johnathan Maness, Jordan Harris. Serving as Pallbearers were Daniel Mitchell, Robert Dicus.
Nelda Ruth Rowland Tolbert, age 82, of Bethel Springs, passed away May 23, 2012 at her home. She was born and reared in Chester County, the daughter of the late Thomas Newton and Annie Ethel Allison Rowland. She attended school at Woodville and was married to Roy Holder of the Friendship Community and later was married to David Tolbert of Memphis. They made their home in Memphis until 1981 when they moved to the Mt. Gilead Community. She was a member of the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Allen Lynn Holder of Jemez Springs, NM and two step children, Melvin Earl Tolbert of Fairfield, MS and Shirley Jean Ford of Tallahassee, FL; three grandchildren and five step grandchildren and five step great grandchildren; one brother, Drew Rowland of Henderson; two sisters, Joyce Whitman of Selmer and Reba Jean Cupples of Henderson. She was preceded in death by her husband David Earl Tolbert in 2009 and four brothers, Burl, Curtis, Romas, and Marvin Rowland, and two sisters Clara Arnold and Margaret Capps. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 27, 2012 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Hollaway, Rev. Skippy Rowland and Rev. Anthony Rowland officiated with burial in Cave Springs Cemetery in Chester County. Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel, Henderson, TN, 731-989-2421.
Madison Logan Robinson Jr. Madison Logan Robinson Jr. was born February 17, 1927 in McNairy County, TN, the son of the late Madison Logan Robinson, Sr. and Ella Flowers Robinson. Mr. Robinson was a retired truck driver for Morton Metal buildings and a school bus driver for the Pekin, Illinois school district. He was of the Baptist faith. He served his country honorably during World War II in the European theatre. Mr. Robinson departed this life on May 27, 2012 in Humboldt, Tennessee at the age of 85 years, 3 months, 10 days. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Robinson was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Barker Robinson; three sisters, Inez Budlong, Noma Lee Tull, Loraine Vires; three brothers, Virgil Robinson, Vester Robinson, L.D. Robinson. A graveside service was held on May 29, 2012 at the Moore’s Schoolhouse Cemetery in Selmer, Tennessee with Harold King officiating.
Paul Aviance “Avie” Durr Paul Aviance “Avie” Durr was born to Paul and Sheila Ann Avery Durr on July 25, 1979. He was called home by God on April 27, 2012 in Atlanta, GA. For 32 years, no obstacle or challenge stood in his way as he continuously brought great joy and an abundance of pride to his family and friends. Avie accepted Christ as his personal Savior in 1985 and united with St. Rest Missionary Baptist Church in Guys. He served as youth choir president and director, Sunday school assistant superintendent and president of the St. Rest CLIQUE (Christians living in Quorum of Unmatchable Embrace). The leadership skills he exhibited as a youth in the church followed him in every aspect of his life. Avie attended Selmer Elementary and Selmer Middle School. At McNairy Central High School, Avie served as Class President for four years. SGA President (1996-1997), Teenboard President, voted Most Dependable, Prom King and was a member of the Bobcat marching band. As a student at the University of TN at Martin he received a leadership and band scholarship. Avie served as President of UTM Highest Praise Gospel Choir, was named Student Ambassador of the Year and was a member of Delta Omicron Gamma Christian Service Fraternity. He later relocated to Atlanta, GA and became Americorp Member of the Year for the state of Georgia for Service and Volunteerism and was named Mr. Elementary School Americorp member of the year. He accepted his call into the ministry in 2003 and served as Youth Minister at Second Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and Mosaic Covenant Church. Avie taught one year on a remote island in the Bering Strait in Gamble, Alaska as a reading specialist. He served as facilitator and organizer of the annual GRED/CDC Youth Leadership Conference. He was recognized and honored by the State of Georgia for volunteerism for the Obama 2008 campaign. At the time of his death, he was serving as the national President of Delta Omicron Gamma Christian Service Fraternity and was an educator at McEachern Highs School in Powder Springs, GA. Avie was preceded in death by his grandparents: Albert C. Avery and Fred and Laura Etta Durr Hampton. Avie leaves a host of family and friends to cherish his life and legacy: parents Paul and Sheila Ann Avery Durr, sister: Nikki N. Durr, grandmother: Ora McKinnon Avery, Aunts: Beverly Avery Ratliff; Charlotte Avery Crayton (Harry); Donna Avery Wright (godmother); Pamela Avery Young (Ron); Kimberly Avery Wright (Keith); Annette Durr; Doris Durr Ross; Carolyn Durr Barton (Willie); and Juanita Durr and Uncles: Larry Avery and Robert Strickland. Service was held on April 30, 2012 at 12 p.m. at St. Rest Missionary Baptist Church in Guys, TN with Minister Broderick Santiago and Minister O.J. Salters, officiating. Interment was in St. Rest Cemetery in Guys.
O’Neal Fullwood O’Neal Fullwood was born November 5, 1924 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late Thomas (Tom) Jefferson Fullwood and Carrie Moore Fullwood. On September 1, 1950, Mr. Fullwood married the love of his life, Mary Ruth Burks. Mrs. Fullwood preceded him in death on May 28, 2009. Mr. Fullwood served his country honorably in the United States Navy from 1942-1946. He earned a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1955. His engineering career started with Arnold Engineering and Developmental Center for about two years, and then Brown Engineering from 19571960. From 1960 - 1987, Mr. Fullwood worked at NASA as an electrical engineer. He worked for NASA during the time of the Moon Landings and was priviledged to work on the electrical systems on the Redstone, Jupiter, Saturn and others. His job required him to travel to Florida to Cape Canaveral, when there was a blastoff. He enjoyed his work and felt blessed to have been able to make a living doing a job he loved. One of his favorite hobbies was recording, collecting and listening to music. He was a member of the Fourth Street Church Of Christ in Selmer, Tennessee. Mr. Fullwood departed this life on May 24, 2012 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 87 years, 6 months, 19 days. He is survived by nieces and nephews, Almeda Fullwood Rudy, Valda “Kay” Fullwood Dewberry, Randel Fullwood, Brenda Fullwood McIntyre, and Robert “Bob” Fullwood; host of extended family and friends. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Fullwood was preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Fullwood Browder, Billie Lynn Fullwood; two brothers, Max Vardaman Fullwood, T.J. Fullwood; a nephew, Joe Billy Fullwood. Services were held on May 26, 2012 at 2 p.m.at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Jeremy Weekley officiating. Burial followed in the Stantonville Cemetery at Stantonville, Tennessee.
Willard Summers Willard Summers was born on February the 29th 1936, at the age of “19” which he jokingly referred to as a “leaping” child. He was preceded in death by his father, James Orlan Summers and his mother, Sarah Virginia Summers. Mr. Summers departed this life on May 22, 2012. Willard is survived by his wife, Polina Summers; his sister, Violet Hill; and his son, Samuel B. Summers. Willard had a unique and truly charismatic personality. His accomplishments in life were many and uniquely multi-faceted. He was a candidate to U.S Congress in 1974 as a democrat and in 1994 as a Christian Conservative republican. He was a great athlete running marathons in the hottest time of the day, including 104 F Yuma, Arizona, and hiking 3 miles down the Grand Canyon at the age of 74. He loved jumping off parachutes and joined the National Guard at the age of 14. He was an author of multiple publications and invented a “safety seat for commercial airplanes”. His career was very unique as well. He served as a director of various educational programs in Washington DC, funding and evaluating private non-profit corporations which provided adult education, vocational educational programs, health programs, legal service programs, head start programs, economic development programs, and college educational programs. He was the owner of Fundraising and Marketing business, which he developed all advertising, administration, and accounting system. He was an avid educator and had a passion for teaching and constantly learning himself. After completing all required exams for a P.H.D at the University of Florida in Gainesville, he traveled to Witzenhausen, Germany where he worked on his dissertation at the University of Kassel. As a retired educator, he spent much of his life encouraging students to read, write , and learn. As an owner of Chinquapin Hill Bed and Breakfast, he utilized his business as a way to reward those bright students who could memorize “the Raven”, by Edgar Allan Poe. One of Willard’s students became a recognized children’s author , “Father Goose”, who credited his inspiration to write to Willard’s teaching. Willard had many avocations which he specifically enjoyed. He had a truly adventurous spirit and traveled close to 60 countries and all seven continents. Antarctica, Russia, and Israel were some of the most interesting places he visited. He was a perfect host who loved entertaining his guests with Civil War stories, which mostly included narrations about Holt Collier and Nathan Bedford Forrest, who was his favorite Confederate general. He was a Christian who lived his life to the fullest, enjoying each day , and taking everything from a positive and bright perspective. Words can not describe how much he is missed and loved by his wife, family , and friends. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 27, 2012 at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Hollaway, Rev. Skippy Rowland and Rev. Anthony Rowland officiating with burial in Cave Springs Cemetery in Chester County.
Rosemary Walker Scott Rosemary Walker Scott was born February 11, 1937 in Adamsville, TN, the daughter of O.L. (Ike) Walker and the late Rheba Faye Ledbetter Walker. Ms. Scott graduated from Adamsville High School in 1954, fourth in her class. While in high school, she was a cheerleader and a member of the honor club. Ms. Scott was a homemaker, worked part-time at Walker Supermarket, and a collector of dishes, purses and shoes. She loved to cook for her family especially sweets. Ms. Scott departed this life on May 24, 2012 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 75 years, 3 months, 13 days. She is survived by two daughters, Angela Blanton and husband David of Franklin, TN, Tammie Daniels and husband Danny of Adamsville, TN; father, O.L. “Ike” Walker of Adamsville, TN; three grandchildren, Amie Roland of Adamsville, TN, Matthew Blanton of Franklin, TN, Adam Blanton of Franklin, TN; a great grandson, Maddox Gant of Adamsville, TN; a brother, James Edward Walker Sr. of Adamsville, TN; two nephews, Eddie Walker and wife Colleen of Memphis, TN, Michael Walker and wife Cristy of Michie, TN; two great nieces, Claire Walker of Memphis, TN and Reese Walker of Michie, TN; host of extended family and friends. Services were held on May 26, 2012 at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Rev. Dr. Toni G. Watson officiating. Burial followed in the Adamsville Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.
William E. Foote, Jr. William E. Foote, Jr. was born March 6, 1937 in Chattanooga, TN, the son of the late William Edwin and Quixie Anna Brandon Foote. Mr. Foote graduated from Selmer High School in 1956. On October 15, 1959, he married the former Barbara Ann McCormack. Mr. Foote was employed by Brown Shoe Company in Selmer from 1959 to 1965. After leaving Brown Shoe, he began working with his father at Foote Amusement Company, and remained active in that business until his death. He served in the Tennessee National Guard from March 28, 1955 until March 27, 1965, where he attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. Mr. Foote was a member of the Selmer Moose Lodge and the Fourth Street Church of Christ. Mr. Foote departed this life on May 25, 2012 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 75 years, 2 months, 19 days. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara Ann (McCormack) Foote of Selmer, TN; three sons: William Mark Foote and wife Mary K. of Savannah, TN, John Paul Foote and wife Vicky L. of Selmer, TN, Todd Lee Foote and wife Tabitha of Bell Buckle, TN; three sisters: Frances McCullar of Selmer, TN, Juanita Kennedy of Selmer, TN, Barbara Jernigan of Meridianville, AL; 9 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; and many extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Foote was preceded in death by a daughter, Angela Foote; a sister, Patricia Swinney; and a brother, James (Buddy) Foote. Services were held on May 28, 2012 at 1 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Jeremy Weekley and Randy Mead officiating. Burial will followed in the Oak Hill Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.
church events June 1
• Yard Sale and Bazaar On June 1st and 2nd, Friday & Saturday we will be having our annual Youth Mission yard sale and this year we are also offering Bazaar table space which is available at $20 per table for your handmade items only. Funds from the table rentals only will go toward Youth Missions. Contact Laura at 6100735 regarding table reservations or yard sale donations.
June 2
• Softball tournament There will be a softball tournament at Eastview United Pentecostal church June 2. Entry fee is $125. High $$ bat – first place winner. No sleeveless tshirts. 10 team limit. Call 662665-2334 or 662-665-5360.
June 3
• 1st UMC Ever wondered about faith, the church, and you?
Join our Pastor and staff over coffee as we discuss these important matters of life. First Sunday of each month, starting June 3rd, 9:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Selmer 1st United Methodist Church, 1122 West Cherry Ave, Selmer. 731645-5267. • Clear Creek Baptist Church VBS Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in Bible times? Join us at "Galilee Bythe-Sea" and find out. Clear Creek Baptist Church (1728 Lawton Road) June 3rd-6th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Refuge Church of Christ Homecoming Refuge Church of Christ Homecoming is Sunday, June 3. Speaker is Eclaude Gardner. Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m. and worship is at 10:30.
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Curtis Hill Church Homecoming Curtis Hill Church Homecoming will be on June 3rd at 10 a.m. This year you will be blessed with the “Bobby Bowen Family Ministries” from Nashville, TN. They will be singing from 10:30-12 noon. Following will be a potluck lunch, so come and enjoy some good food and music with us. For more information, call 645-3326.
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50th Anniversary Perry B. Smith (Sonny) & Linda Kay Gardner Smith celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 22, 2012 with a host of family & friends. Congratulations mom & dad. We all love you both very much.
Jill Elaine Brock & Edward Keith Wilson Jr.
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Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Miller were calling in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Pigram Wednesday evening. Mr. Joe Hawkins had friends from Memphis visiting him over the weekend. Mrs. Fred Hurst and Mrs. Cassie Smith were visiting Mrs. Will Smith Monday of this week. Mrs. Patience Harris was in Finger part of last week to see her daughter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Smith and little daughter, Vicky Lynn. Mr. and Mrs. Leland Meeks and children came to spend the
community events • National Safe Boating Week The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be participating in events to promote the wear of life jackets as the 2012 boating season prepares to launch in full swing. TWRA likes to highlight National Safe Boating Week which runs right at the start of the Memorial Day Weekend and the summer boating season. Boating partners across the United States and Canada are teaming to promote safe boating practices, including the wear of life jackets for National Safe Boating Week and throughout the 2012 boating season. The goal of National Safe Boating Week is to educate the public about the importance of following safe boating practices and wearing life jackets while on the water.
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by Mrs. T.C. Williams Homegoing celebration for Rev. Theodore E. White, Jr. was held Saturday May 26, 2012 at the Forest Height UMC in Jackson. Reflections from the churches, organizations, pastors, family and friends were given. The Eulogy was delivered by Jimmy Carter. There was a large attendance to pay tribute and give words of comfort to the family. Those in attendance from New Bethel UMC, were Marilyn Wade, Eugene, Shirley, T.C. Williams. We loved him, but God loved him more. He will be greatly missed. Arrangements were entrusted to Mercy Brothers Funeral Home. Caroline and Kandace Martin of Murfreesboro, TN, came home for the holiday weekend,to visit her mother Mozella Baldridge and other family. They attended the morning service at New Bethel UMC. The morning service was dedicated to the memory of Theodore E. White, Jr. who served our church as pastor for more than 12 years. Gwendolyn Wilson Brown and husband Dr. Ron Brown from Knoxville, TN, came home for the
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Memorial Day weekend to visit her sister Marilyn Wade and family. Eugene and Shirley Williams attended her class reunion on Saturday night in Decaturville, TN. They had a wonderful time greeting class mates and having sweet memories Decoration was held on Saturday and Sunday at the cemetery in memory of their loved ones. Eugene, Shirley and T.C. Williams attended Family and Friends Day Celebration at the Lighthouse UMC, in Alamo, TN, Sunday, a large crowd was present. Lorraine Mitchell was honored on her eightieth birthday with a surprise gift and tribute given by her thirteen children, all of whom were present, also many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dinner was served, enjoyed by all. Reflections: Sunshine through the stained glass windows casts reflections on the wall. What a beautiful reminder of our God who loves us all! Until next time, be good to yourself and others! day with her parents, last Sunday. Mrs. W. O. Browder was an overnight guest of Mrs. Maude smith, Thursday. Little Rhonda Gale Gadberry had an attack of appendicitis and was carried to the clinic one evening last week. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. McIntyre visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Smith, this week. Others visiting were: Mr. and Mrs. Garlon Tulll, Brenda, Vina, and Mr. and Mrs. Ravon Maness, and daughter, of near Masseyville. Everyone here regrets to learn that Mr. Walter Moore is so poorly. He has been feeble for quite some time now, but he is reportedly much worse.
Joe and Marylon Brock, of Selmer, are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Jill Elaine, to Edward Keith Wilson Jr. Jill is a 2007 graduate of McNairy Central High School and a 2011 graduate of Freed-Hardeman University with a B.S. in Exercise Science. She was a 2012 assistant softball coach for the MCHS Lady Bobcats. Jill will pursue a career as a physical therapist assistant. Jill is the granddaughter of the late J.C. Young and Inez Young and the late Naythail Brock and Barbara Brock of Bethel Springs. Keith is the son of Keith Wilson Sr. of Bethel Springs and Valerie Ralston of Henderson. He is a 2007 graduate of McNairy Central High School and 2011 of Southeast Lineman Training Center in Trenton, Georgia. Keith is currently employed by Southern Electric Corporation. Keith is the grandson of Norman and Shirley Ferguson of Adamsville and Carlos Wilson of Bethel Springs and the late Gloria Ann Wilson. Jill and Keith will be joined in marriage on June 2 at Selmer First Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with reception to follow at the Selmer Country Club. Friends and family are invited. Only out-of-town invitations are being sent.
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June 4
• Adamsville First Baptist VBS Vacation Bible School at Adamsville First Baptist Church (222 West Main St) Amazing Wonders Aviation – Encountering God’s Awesome Power! June 4th – 8th from 8:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Join us for Bible Study, Crafts, Music Recreation, Snacks, and Tons of Fun! Ages 4 years old – 6th grade. For more information or for bus pickup in Adamsville, call 632-3787 by June 1st.
June 9
• Forest Hill Church of Christ VBS Forest Hill Church of Christ vacation bible school
will be one day, Saturday, June 9, 2012. Classes begin at 8:30 until 12 p.m. Picnic will be from 12 until 2 p.m. contact Clarence Atkins (731) 645-0681 or David Toll 610-1691, if you need transportation.
June 10
• Cypress Creek “Love” Day We the Cypress Creek first Baptist Family will be honoring Pastor Clifford Wynn and family on June 10 with our annual “Love” Day. Our guest speaker for the 2:30 p.m. afternoon service will be Pastor Christopher Traylor and the Little Zion church family from Corinth, MS. Church is located on 14 Falcon Rd. For questions, please call 731-645-8094.
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Bids for Gym Lighting Gym Lighting for McNairy County Schools will be replaced during the 2012-2013 school year. Bids will be accepted for T8 high bay lighting with wire guards. The installation has to be completed by a member of TVA’s Energy Right Preferred Partner Network. All lighting also must be CEE approved. Bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 1, 2012. Additional information may be obtained by calling Charlie Miskelly, Director of Schools at 731-645-3267. McNairy County Schools reserves the right to accept or reject any/or all bid quotations.
• Bluegrass Show The Clay Wagoner Memorial Bluegrass Show will not be held in May at the Community Center nor at the Buford Pusser Festival. Next Show will be held June 16 at the Community Center in Adamsville featuring Lisa Lambert and the Pine Ridge Boys.
June 1
• Purdy Trade Day Purdy Trade Days, sponsored by The Purdy fellowship Club, will be Friday, June 1 beginning at 4 p.m. with a concession stand selling hot dogs, hamburgers and bologna and featuring a cake walk, music and a flea market On Saturday, the day will began early with flea market/ yard sale, A Car & Truck Show at 11 (entry fee is $10 with trophies awarded for Best Of Show, Best Engine, Best Wheels and Most Unique.)
June 2
• Forty Forks Trail Ride A one-day trail ride is on date for June 2, 2012 leaving at 9 a.m. from Forty Forks Baptist Church. Bring your horses, mules and wagons. Bring a sack lunch and eat out with some awesome stringed music and devotional. This is a family ride! No drinking or bad language! We’re going to have a great day out in God’s creation! The ride will begin and end at Forty Forks Baptist Church. Park your car at church. Also if you want to ride, there will be a large wagon leaving, which will haul about 12-15 people on a first come, first served basis. Don’t forget water, food, bug spray, blanket and sunscreen. Leave your worries behind and enjoy a relaxing day! Call Andy Watkins, 731439-1953 or Brian McDonald, 731-610-0475.
June 3
• Rose Hill Homecoming Homecoming at Rose Hill Cemetery, Bethel Springs, Sunday, June 3. Potluck lunch is at 1 p.m. Come join relatives and friends to honor our loved ones.
June 4
• 4th Annual Rockabilly Antique Car Show Come to the 4th Annual Rockabilly Antique Car Show in conjunction with the Rockabilly Highway Revival Festival, June 9, 2012 in downtown Selmer. (112 West Court Ave.) Vehicles through 1987 only 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Plaques with a picture of your vehicle in front of the new Rockabilly Mural (currently being
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• Summer Reading at Library Newly arrived at McConnico library, The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mocking Jay, all by Suzanne Collins. Don’t miss reading these new book additions. Please also plan to attend the dream big read summer reading program June 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd. For more information, please call library director Norma Humphries at 6455571.
Also, there will be music and BBQ pork, ribs, chicken and bologna. Set-ups are free. Saturday night at 7:30, will bring a Square Dance with Wayne Whitten Band providing the music. Concessions will be available. Dance inside the cool Community Center. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy fun, food and family entertainment. For more info on Car/Truck Show, call Melissa Middleton, 731-645-9966. For Trade Days info, call Billy Moore, 731-645-3345.
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painted, follow its progress on Facebook at Rockabilly Highway Mural II) $20 entry fee In addition to the plaques, 20 Gas Pump Trophies will be given for Rockabilly Pick’s for Rockabilly Bands, Motorcycle Ride & Show, Antique Tractor Show, vendors, and food and fun. For more info call Melanie King 731-697-9149 • Democrat Women The McNairy county Democrat women will meet Monday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the headquarters. Our speaker will be State Senate candidate Meryl Rice. She is working hard on her “Putting People First” campaign. Bring finger foods and we will share fun, fellowship and support for all
By Dorothy Goodrum Does anyone remember the show “Queen for a Day?” Well, we have a resident who not only remembers the show but wanted to be that Queen. Every spring, we have the opportunity to elect a Queen and a King from our home. Now, this is a fun time for all. The ladies and gentlemen always look forward for this. When you go to a pageant, I am sure you look forward to seeing kids or young ladies bidding for the crown. I can promise you, when our ladies get dressed for our pageant. There is no one any prettier than they are. This year’s winners were Lucille McCormick and our George Burkeens. After they win in our home, they have the opportunity to go to Jackson and compete at a higher level. A couple of years ago, Lucille McCormack had won at our home and went on to Jackson to compete. She came home
with a second place title. Now if you know Ms. Lucille, that was not good enough for her. During her reign as queen, she took her position seriously. When you entered her room she was quick to tell you she was the Queen and you needed to act appropriately. Ms. Lucille is a very attractive lady and dresses for everyday. Her two daughters make sure whatever is happening that Ms. Lucille is dressed to fit the day. She was very excited to win again this year and told me she had one desire and that was not to come second but to bring the crown home. If there is a resident that loves her home and wants it to be shown in the spotlight as a good home, it is Ms. Lucille. She has often told me I am here because I want to be and she makes the most of her days. She said to me on the day of the pageant, “I am going to win this time and bring that crown home to
McNairy County Health Care Center.” When it was time to leave for the program, Ms. Lucille was dressed in pink from the tip of her head to her toes. She even had a pink walking cane. When the judges talked to her she said I have always wanted to be “Queen for a day.” So when the winners were announced Ms. Lucille name was called. She said, “I can’t wait to get home and tell them we won.” Our King George Burkeens also walked as a winner. He was voted Most Charming. Mr. George has a quick smile and charms most of the ladies at our home so was not surprise that he won this tile. We are very proud of not only these two great resident’s but everyone that calls McNairy County HealthCare Center home. McNairy County you have a home full of resident’s who serve your county well. Until next time.
sheriff’s log
Domestic in progress, verbal – New Hope Rd – 2:50 p.m. Verbal threats – Price Rd – 3:58 p.m. Public service – 4:33 p.m. Serving warrant – Ramer Selmer Rd – 5:19 p.m. Serving warrant – Hwy 45 S – 5:29 p.m. Traffic stop – Hwy 57 E – 5:38 p.m. Serving warrant – Matrose Carroll – 5:57 p.m. Public service – 6:47 p.m. Serving warrant – Alcorn County Line – 7:36 p.m. Serving warrant – Refuge Rd – 7:45 p.m. Traffic stop – Guys Chewalla Rd – 8:13 p.m. Traffic stop – Guys Chewalla Rd – 8:58 p.m. Traffic stop – Guys Chewalla Rd – 9:24 p.m. Traffic stop – Hwy 45 S – 9:40 p.m. Traffic stop – Stateline Rd – 9:47 p.m. Alarm residence/business – Linley Circle – 9:55 p.m. Assault – Polk St – 10:19 p.m. Serving warrant – Chester County Line – 10:48 p.m.
p.m. Vandalism – Polk St – 6:12 p.m. Retrieve property – Bethel Purdy Rd – 6:17 p.m. Public service – 9:27 p.m. Drunk driver –Ramer Selmer Rd – 10:07 p.m. Welfare check – Ramer Selmer Rd – 10:19 p.m.
Tuesday, May 22 Assault, already occurred – E Main St – 1:10 a.m. Burglary – Guys Chewalla Rd – 1:30 a.m. Animal control, welfare/cruelty – Mt. Pleasant Rd – 10:11 a.m. Motor vehicle accident, no injuries – Old Stage Rd – 1:16 p.m. Public service – 1:53 p.m. Public service – 2:12 p.m.
Wednesday, May 23 Trespassing – King Rd – 1:20 a.m. Traffic stop – Autozone – 3:06 a.m. Transport start – Quinco Transport – 5:28 a.m. Welfare check – Woodville Rd – 8:50 a.m. Disturbance noise/music – Taylor Rd – 9:53 a.m. Retrieve property – Purdy Rd – 3:34 p.m. Suicidal subject – Payne – 4:49 p.m. Harass stalking – Industrial Ave – 5:30
• Veterans Benefits Event Veterans Rally Point is scheduled for Tuesday, June 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jackson State Community College gym, Jackson, Tennessee. All veterans are invited to this free event to provide support for veterans and their families. For more information, call Judy Bivens, McNairy County Veterans Service Officer, 6456343.
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• Beach Party Baby Shower Friday, June 8, 2012 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., everyone is invited to attend a baby shower at the McNairy county Health Department Conference
June 9
• Finger BBQ There will be a Fish Fry & Barbecue Chicken Dinner on Saturday, June 9 from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Finger Volunteer Fire Dept. All you can eat catfish or chicken with all the trimmings and homemade desserts. Prices for adults $10 and children $5. All proceeds will go towards the operating expenses of the Finger Fire Department.
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Monday, May 21 Reckless driver – Parkvin Ln – 2:23 a.m. Reckless driver – JC Pickett Rd – 7:49 a.m. Traffic stop – First Baptist Church – 8:48 a.m. 911 Hang up – Horton Ln – 10:09 a.m. Verbal threats – Crabtree – 10:23 a.m. Sexual abuse – Taylor Rd – 12:28 a.m. Traffic stop – Hamburg Rd – 4:33 p.m. Traffic stop – Rushing Rd – 4:54 p.m. Traffic stop – Rose Creek and Mt. Pleasant – 5:47 p.m. Public service – Hwy 57 W – 5:54 p.m. Traffic stop – In front of complex – 6:33 a.m. Suspicious person – Sewell Rd – 6:47 p.m. Traffic stop – Hwy 22 N – 8:15 p.m. Domestic in progress, physical – August Ln – 8:16 p.m. Speak with an officer – 8:22 p.m. Speak with an officer – Industrial Park Dr – 8:23 p.m. Public service – 9:22 p.m. Domestic in progress, physical – 10:17 p.m.
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Room. There will be snacks, free gifts and fun for all. For programs, classes and information, contact Beth Hamilton, Public Health Educator, or Ruth Teague, WIC Nutritionist at the health department, 731-645-3474, ext. 109.
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Bobcats hold heads high By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
Every high school baseball team’s goal at the beginning of each season is to be crowned state champion at the end of the year. Though the McNairy Central Bobcats did not come home from the 2012 BlueCross Spring Fling Class AA Baseball State Tournament in Murfreesboro, Tenn. champions of the state, they are still champions in the hearts and minds of everyone involved in their historic run this season. Considering there are over 110 Class AA baseball teams in the state, and the Bobcats were one of the last six standing, they have no reason to hang their heads. “I’m proud of the team effort,” said Franks. “We’ve come a long way. 30-12 is not a bad season, and we’re going to build on it. Hopefully, we’ll be back next year now that we know what the experience is like, and we know what to expect when we get there.” Runs were at a premium for McNairy Central, and after beating the Red Bank Lions in the opening round of the tournament, the Bobcats ran into trouble when they faced Goodpasture and Pigeon Forge last Wednesday. “We ran into two really good teams. You’ve got to hit against good teams. We faced two great pitchers and two great hitting teams,” said Franks about the competition
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Don’t give up on athletic scholarships By Amanda Lowrance Head Sports Writer
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After scoring the team’s first run of the tournament, Jacob Mullins is congratulated on his way back to the dugout during McNairy Central’s 2-1 victory over Red Bank in the 2012 BlueCross Spring Fling on May 22.
Playing for the future Congiardo not satisfied after first-ever Lady Cardinal Tennis state tournament appearance By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
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Lady Cardinal Darby Congiardo congratulates Stone Memorial’s Ali Harris after falling to the sophomore in the first round of the quarterfinals of the 2012 A-AA Girls’ Singles Tennis Tournament at Old Fort Park in Mufreesboro, Tenn. last Thursday.
The District 15 A-AA Female Tennis Player of the Year and Region 8 A-AA Singles Champion Darby Congiardo was one of the final eight girls’ singles competitors to make it to the 2012 BlueCross Spring Fling A-AA Girls’ Singles Tennis Tournament last week in Murfreesboro, Tenn. “First of all, it’s special to make it to the Elite 8 as a player,” said Cardinal Tennis head coach Michael Harvill. “Eight people in the state and you get here? That’s special.” The junior Lady Cardinal standout was not victorious in her opening round match against Stone Memorial’s Ali Harris at the Old Fort Park tennis courts last Thursday. The loss was only her third defeat all year.
The hard-hitting sophomore defeated Congiardo in straight sets (6-1, 6-3), but simply making the state tournament was a victory for her. Congiardo said the biggest thing she would take away from the event was the experience factor of competing at the state level. “I’m going to go back (home) and know what’s here now,” she said. Congiardo said knowing the level of competition that she could potentially face in the future will help to motivate her to learn more about the game and practice even harder leading up to next year’s season. Nerves were an issue for her when the match began. The always consistent Congiardo double-faulted a handful of
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Graduating students have officially moved on, and several athletes are still hoping for an offer to play sports on the collegiate level. It’s not too late to pursue or accept an athletic scholarship. There are nearly 80 public, private, and community colleges and universities located in Tennessee and many of them will offer scholarships until classes begin in the fall semester, not counting the many neighboring colleges outside the state. Each year in Division I and II schools alone, approximately $2 billion in athletic scholarships are awarded to 145,000 student athletes, according to the National Collegiate Athletic Association. While there are many that do not advance to the next level, there are special instructions and guidelines a graduate or future graduate can follow to insure a glance from recruits. There is also a NCAA allotment of allowed scholarships depending on the sport of choice and what division school the athlete will graduate from. On average in basketball, baseball, softball, and soccer, 10 athletes will be awarded a scholarships. The key to finding the right college is to decide what your future education plans are, in which sport you would like to compete, and what college offers both. Make a list of these respective colleges and make yourself accessible to them. Admission requirements and the quality of a school’s academic and athletic programs are noteworthy when selecting the appropriate college. Begin your research as early as your sophomore year, and become aware of the many avenues you can take to get yourself noticed. Academics are very important. A good GPA and ACT score are more persuading to recruits than statistics. To play on the college level you will need to be able to learn on the college level. Today’s advancement in communication and technology has given athletes an advantage of marketing themselves to recruits. There are online questionnaires, lists of coaches and con-
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New age dawns on Cardinal Baseball By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer
It has been more than 13 years since the shoes of the head baseball coach at Adamsville High School needed to be filled, but last Wednesday a new man stepped into them. Renard Woodmore, who has been the assistant baseball coach at Adamsville for the past six seasons, was named the new head coach after Steven Lambert resigned from the position just a few weeks ago. “I am very proud that Coach Woodmore has been given the opportunity to lead the Cardinals as the next head coach,” Lambert said about his successor. “Over the last six years of working with Renard, he has constantly shown the ability to lead and effectively communicate with young people, and I have the utmost respect for him in his ability to teach skills and manage the game.” Woodmore is a product of Trousdale County High School, a Class A school in Hartsville, Tenn., where he was a four-year letterman and played shortstop, outfield, and pitched on occasion. He moved to third base in college and played two seasons at Jackson State Community College before transferring to Lambuth University for his junior and senior seasons. After graduating from Lambuth, Woodmore took a grad assistant coaching position at the university under their new head coach at the time, John Massey, who later pointed him toward Adamsville. AHS Principal Greg Martin said that the school did not
need to look too hard to find the right man for the job. “He’s a class guy and a hard worker,” Martin said. “The job opened up and he deserved it.” Martin said that Woodmore has a tremendous track record for getting results out of the players he coaches. On top of that, he said the new head coach conducts himself professionally and is very familiar with the players. Not only did his hiring fill a void that had not existed at AHS since 1999, it also marked a monumental moment in the history of racial equality in McNairy County. By signing on to be the head baseball coach, Woodmore became the first-ever African-American head coach for any high school sport in the county. “We’re getting to the point now where people shouldn’t see black, white, green, or purple,” said Woodmore. “Don’t get me wrong; I’m proud to be an African-American male, but I’m more proud to be the Adamsville Baseball coach. I want people to see me for me, or who I am and not what I am.” The 30-year-old first-time head coach said he is grateful for everyone’s confidence in his ability to be successful as the new Cardinal skipper. “I’d like to thank the administration. I’d like to thank Charlie Miskelly, Greg Martin, Coach Gray, Coach Lambert, and Ricky Coffman. All those people who have pushed me, supported me, and who believe in me,” said Woodmore. “Last but not least, I’d like to thank my parents for raising me and helping me be someone who doesn’t
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New Adamsville High School Cardinal Baseball Head Coach Renard Woodmore.
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Tyler Wells desperately tries to double-up the runner at second after making a diving catch from the mound against Pigeon Forge last Wednesday night.
Dakota Roden sets down one of his 10 strikeout victims in the Bobcats’ 2-1 win over the Lions of Red Bank on May 22. The win gave him an 11-2 record in the 2012 season.
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at state. “They’re both really good ball clubs.” The season’s end marked the culmination of five Bobcat high school baseball careers. Blake Chandler, Brady Dancer, Austin Gafford, Craig Mullins, and Dakota Roden all played their hearts out for the blue and gold of McNairy Central, and for that, their coach said they would truly be missed. “The experience has been awesome,” Franks said about the BlueCross Spring Fling. “I hate it for the seniors that are going out, but at least they’re going out on top. They broke a lot of school records, and I’m proud of that.” Franks was grateful for the support the team received all season long from local businesses, his administration, fans, family, and parents of the players. “We had all the support we could have wanted as far as family, friends, relatives, administration, businesses, and all the Bobcat fans around, and even fans not even from Selmer that were rooting us on. We really appreciate it,” said Franks. “A special thanks goes out to my coaches because they’ve done a really good job for me this year, and a special thanks goes out to my wife and family for putting up with me.”
Box Score RHE PFHS 2002001551 MCHS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1
game came in the top of the second and gave them a 1-0 lead. A one-out single scored their lead off runner from second after he reached base via Roden’s only walk. The early deficit was erased in the bottom of the inning when Roden led off with a single. Jacob Mullins entered as his courtesy runner and later scored on a one-out double by his brother, Craig Mullins, who finished the game 2-for-3.
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Pigeon Forge- 5 McNairy Central- 0
With state title hopes hanging in the balance, McNairy Central and Pigeon Forge met on the baseball diamond at Blackman High School last Wednesday night for an elimination game. One team would march on in the tournament, and the other would go home. Unfortunately for the Bobcats, they wound up on the wrong end of a shutout. Having made trips to the state tournament in 2005, ‘06, and ‘09, the Tigers of Pigeon Forge were no strangers to the pressure-packed environment of the do-or-die game last Wednesday night, and it showed. For the second time in the tournament, the Bobcats were held to just three hits, and it was their second consecutive game in which they only put four runners on base. Tyler Wells got the start and took the loss after throwing just 2/3 of an inning and allowing two Tiger runs to score in the first. Blake Chandler, who got the start earlier in the day in the team’s loss to Goodpasture, retired the side to get the Bobcats out of the inning. Wells gave up just one earned run on one hit and walked one. “We got down 2-0, and we gave them both those runs,” Franks said referring to the three errors on the scoreboard. “We settled down when we brought Blake in. We just didn’t hit.” Trailing 2-0, Chandler kept the Tigers scoreless in the second, but in the third, Pigeon Forge doubled twice and scored two more runs, giving the team a 4-0 advantage. Chandler struck out three and allowed one earned run on three hits over 3 1/2 innings. Marcus Nash entered in relief in the top of the fifth after not making a pitching appearance since midway through the season. He struck out three and kept the Tigers off balance and the deficit at four runs until the the seventh when Pigeon Forge added an insurance run. Despite hard-hit balls by Craig Mullins and Wells in the bottom of the seventh, the
(MCHS) Matt Chandler: 1-3; Brady Dancer: 1-3; Tyler Wells: 1-3; Dakota Roden: BB
Goodpasture- 9 McNairy Central- 0
The path to the Class AA State Championship often runs through Goodpasture Christian School, which has won seven titles in its illustrious history. In the quarterfinals of the winner’s bracket last Wednesday, the Bobcats found out just how big of a roadblock the Cougars can be. With only four base runners the whole game, the Bobcats could not manage to put any pressure on the vaunted Cougars. McNairy Central was frustrated by JP Brenzie, Goodpasture’s junior righty, who held the Cats to just three hits and struck out eight. The Bobcat pitchers were frustrated as well. It took four arms to close out the contest. Blake Chandler got the start, but threw just 47 pitches over two innings after giving up two earned runs on six hits. Central trailed 3-0 in the third when Chase Smith entered in relief. The freshman shared the same fate as Chandler. He gave up two earned runs on three hits and walked one over two innings of work. Clay Dancer got the nod in the top of the fifth with his team trailing 5-0. Goodpasture showed no mercy to Dancer, scoring four runs on the sophomore. Fellow sophomore Blake McCalvin finally quieted the Cougars’ roar. His first varsity appearance of the season came at the state tournament, but McCalvin
made the most of it, throwing 2 2/3 innings for the Bobcats while giving up just three hits and no earned runs. Goodpasture got to work early on the Bobcat pitching staff, scoring two runs in the first and one run in the second, third, and fourth innings. In the fifth, they scored four more on Central, putting the game virtually out of reach for the impotent MCHS lineup. Box Score R H E GCS 2 1 1 1 4 0 0 09 14 01 MCHS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 03 00
Roden retired the side in order in the top of the third, and the Bobcats were hungry for more runs. Jonathan Nixon singled to left to lead off the bottom of the inning. With Nixon on second, Marcus Nash reached on an error, moving Nixon to third. The Bobcats took advantage of their first-andthird situation. Nash got the sign from Franks and broke to second
(MCHS) Marcus Nash: 1-3; Dakota Roden: 1-3; Tyler Wells: 1-3; Matt Chandler: BB
McNairy Central- 2 Red Bank- 1
The Lions of Red Bank High School lost 13 of 15 games going into the post-season. From there, the team rallied to win their district tournament, region tournament, and substate game before entering the state tournament as one of the hottest teams in the final field of eight. Behind the arm of Dakota Roden, who threw his tenth complete-game of the year while holding the Lions to just a run and only eight base runners, McNairy Central successfully cooled off red-hot Red Bank. “That was probably the most nervous I’ve been all year long,” Franks said about the one-run win. “They played with a lot of heart. We made some errors right out of the gate, but we battled through it. I’m glad they didn’t lay down and that they kept fighting.” Roden pitched all seven innings on his way to his 11th win of the year, fanning 10 Lions in the process, which gave him 85 strikeouts in his senior season. The lone Lion run of the
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The Bobcat faithful wait out anxious moments of McNairy Central’s 2-1 win over Red Bank High School on May 22 at Blackman High School in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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early. The Lions reacted and pickled Nash between first and second. All the while, Nixon waited for the right moment to sprint to the plate and score the go-ahead run. Right as the Lions bared down on Nash to make the out, Nixon made his move and slid safely home, giving MCHS the 2-1 advantage that they would not relinquish. In the top of the sixth, the Lions mounted some pressure. A one-out single got them in business, and their runner stole second with ease. With two outs, Red Bank rocketed a double to right field that looked as if it would score the lead runner easily from second, but Tyler Wells came up gunning and cut the runner down with a tremendous throw home to preserve the one-run lead. “I thought it was a great job by Tyler and a great job by Craig Mullins, my catcher, for finishing that play off,” said Franks. Box Score RHE RBHS 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 2 MCHS 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 2 6 1
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Marcus Nash’s eyes are locked on a ground ball drilled to shortstop during the Bobcats’ game against Goodpasture Christian School last Wednesday.
(MCHS) Craig Mullins: 2-3, SB; Dakota Roden: 2-3; Jonathan Nixon: 1-2, R, SB; Marcus Nash: 1-3; Jacob Mullins: R, SB; Blake Chandler: BB
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sports briefs Eighth-Grader Wins State Title There was only one senior in the field of eight finalists at the Class A-AA Girls’ Singles Tennis Tournament at the 2012 BlueCross Spring Fling, so the chances of a high school underclassman winning the championship were good. Interestingly enough, no high school student walked away with the title. Skylar McDonald, an eighth-grader from Fayetteville Junior/Senior High School, hoisted the trophy after the week’s matches concluded. McDonald defeated East Hamilton’s Taylor Johnson (6-1, 6-3) in the quarterfinals, Murfreesboro Central’s Carley Hatcliff (6-2, 0-6, 6-4) in the semifinals, and Unicoi County’s Mallory Jackson (6-2, 6-3) in the championship. School’s Out Spectacular The Cardinal Baseball Team will put on its annual School’s Out Spectacular baseball tournament Thursday through Saturday at Adamsville High School. The Cardinals, along with McNairy Central, Hardin County, Chester County, and Scotts Hill will compete for the first summer tournament trophy of the year. Thursday games will run from 3-7 p.m., Friday games run from 2-8 p.m., and Saturday games run from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. CWA Championship Wrestling After five long years, the highly anticipated return of CWA Championship Wrestling has come. CWA will make its way back to the Selmer Jaycee’s building on June 8. The event will begin at 8 p.m. Admission will be $10 at the door or $8 if you pre-order. Advanced ticket sales will be available at all Cashmaster location in Selmer and Savannah, Tenn. Fast-Pitch Softball Tourney The Thunder Summer Showdown girls’ fast-pitch softball tournament will be June 15-17 at the Pontotoc Ridge Sportsplex in Pontotoc, Miss. Entry fee for 8-andunder teams is $125 and for 10-and-under, 12-and-under and 14-and-under teams is $225. Teams will be guaran-
teed four games. For information, call Kelly Guin at (662) 891-0314, Jerry Lane at (662) 316-5925 or Ken Butler at (662) 488-1185. June Bash Softball Tourney The June Bash Softball Tournament for Men’s Class D&E Softball will take place on June 9 at Adamsville City Park. They will accept the first 12 teams that enter, and registration costs $130. There will be trophies for the top three finishers. For more information, contact David (Hollywood) Rainey at (731) 925-4578. Cardinal Basketball Summer Hoops Camp The Adamsville Cardinal Basketball Program will host a summer basketball camp June 11-14th for boys and girls (K8th grade). Camp for the younger group will be held from 8-11 a.m. Older campers will meet from 12:30-3:30 p.m. The camp will cover individual offensive and defensive skills, ball handling, passing, and shooting. Campers will also receive instructional take-home material to better their game. Registration fees are $25, and registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on June 11th for Kindergarten-4th grade campers, and 12 p.m. for campers in 5th-8th grade. All campers will receive a camp t-shirt, and concessions will be made available. Lady Bobcat Basketball Camp The McNairy Central Lady Bobcat Basketball Program will host a summer basketball camp in June. Camp will run from June 11-13th. For girls grades 3rd-5th, camp will run from 8:30-11:30 a.m. For girls grades 6th-8th, camp will run from 1-4 p.m. The cost is $45, and registration begins the first day of camp. Junior Bobcat Basketball Camp Junior Bobcat Basketball camp will be held June 18th & 19th at McNairy Central High School. The camp is for all boys entering 4th - 8th grades for this coming school year. The camp will be from 9-12 p.m. both days. Cost of the
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camp is $25, and you can sign up on the first day. We will be working on the fundamentals and the mental aspects of the game. Coach Steve Forsythe and his staff look forward to seeing you. If you have any questions, contact Coach Forsythe at coachforsythe@hotmail.com or (731) 610-7974. Pickwick Fishing Tournament If you love fishing in the great outdoors, join us on June 23-24th for a brand new event benefiting Shelby Farms Park and Greenline! Spend a weekend on beautiful Pickwick Lake for a great cause. Our “pick a partner” bass fishing tournament will feature exciting giveaways and a chance to win a huge cash prize. First place-$10,000 guaranteed; 2-25th place based on field; $500 Big Fish prize each day; Win a fishing trip with Bill Dance. Vendor booths available both days. Discounted rooms available at Counce Hampton Inn. For more infomation, call Bill Latham at (731) 441-4645 or email nwilson@shelbyfarmspark.org.
see color, who can survive or can strive and be myself in any type of environment.” With support from the county and the foundations of his upbringing, Woodmore says his best attribute he brings to the Cardinals is his ability to motivate young men and run a disciplined program. “My main asset as a coach is that I’m a motivator. I try to model hard work and determination, and I’m a disciplinarian,” the new coach said. “I think in order to get any program to the level it needs to be, there has to be a system or discipline set into effect...I want to bring hard work, excitement and dedication to this program.” Despite his familiarity with the players and his natural ability to motivate, switching roles from easy-going assistant coach to hard-nosed head coach will be difficult. “The biggest obstacle or challenge will be the guys understanding that I’m flipping roles,” he said. “It’s going to be different for me and different
for them.” Another difficulty the young coach may face is balancing his time between two sports because Woodmore is also the defensive coordinator for the Cardinal Football Team, but he says it’s an opportunity to make both teams better. “It’s going to make both programs better,” Woodmore said. “We’re going to have the baseball guys in (the field house), and I want them to lift weights with the football team.” He went as far to say that he would eventually like to see the basketball team lifting with the football players as well so that everybody can get on the same page. “Here at a small school what I believe is that you have to share athletes,” he said. “If you play football and you’re good enough to play baseball and if you’re good enough to play basketball, I think you should play all three.” Woodmore knows that challenges will present themselves and nothing comes easily, but he believes the Cardinals, with a solid core of experienced players returning, have a bright future. “I’m not going to be one of these guys that say, ‘Hey, we’re
going to the state tournament, or we’re going to win the district.’ My goal going into my first season is to put a product on the field that is fundamental, hard working, disciplined, hustles, and plays the game the right way,” Woodmore said. “I think if we, whoever my staff might be, can put together that type of product then the results will follow.” It is apparent the new coach prides himself on molding young men to do things the right way. “If I could say one thing that I’d want somebody to say about me,” Woodmore commented, “I’d want them to say that his team plays the game the right way.” The only uncertainty now is who the new assistant coach will be. “I won’t say that I want a guy like me, but I want a guy who is definitely, first and foremost, knowledgable about the game,” said Woodmore. “I want somebody who will come out and is willing to put in long hours and work and be dedicated. I also want a somebody who’s a guy that can build great relationships. I feel like, as a coach, relationships are the most important thing that you do.”
NASCAR Driving the No. 5 Chevrolet, Kasey Kahne took the checkered flag at Charlotte Motor Speedway last Sunday in the 10th Sprint Cup Series race of the season. Kahne led 96 of the 400 laps and moved up to 15th place in the Sprint Cup standings. Greg Biffle increased his lead over Matt Kenseth and the rest of the field to 10 points with his fourth place finish at Charlotte. Denny Hamlin finished second, and Kyle Busch took third. Indy 500 One year after Dan Wheldon won the Indianapolis 500 for the second time, which was his last win before his tragic death in October, close friend Dario Franchitti won the race for the third time last Saturday. The race began and ended with tributes being paid to Wheldon. Franchitti may have won the race, but Wheldon’s other close companions faired well also as Scott Dixon and Tony Kanaan rounded out the top three spots.
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Coach Renard Woodmore speaks words of encouragement into the ear of John Reed Odom, a four-year letterman that will help the Cardinals excel in the 2013 season.
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tacts, and athletes are able to upload photos and videos to advertise their knowledge and abilities to potential colleges. Begin advertising your present and future accomplishments in your junior year and include all your information and experience in a neat, professional manner. While emailing a coach be sure to address them by name and use the university or college name when expressing your interest. Provide them detailed personal, coach, school contact information, along with an upcoming sports schedule. List your GPA, ACT, and SAT scores, higher education courses, awards, honors, years of experience, positions played, relevant statistics, recommendations and up-to-date academic credentials. Providing this information in an organized, easy-to-read format allows recruits the ease of not having to dig, search, and inves-
tigate, which ultimately becomes an advantage. Keep everything professional, and check your grammar and spelling carefully. Also, save the contents so you can refer back to what you have sent and provide updates later. Graduates still have time to pursue and effectively negotiate possible athletic scholarships throughout the summer. Never give up or quit on a dream. Try postal mail or online questionnaires if there is no response from your sent email. Email is still fairly new and many coaches may not access their accounts or feel comfortable using this communication method. Plus, there are technical difficulties that can play a factor. Also remember that there are many other athletes looking for opportunities and scholarships. Understand a coach is only one person and will need time to review your information. Coaches have a full schedule outside of recruiting with family, school, and personal life. If you try your hardest and keep a professional, positive attitude, there will be no regrets. There is always a chance, but the chance is yours.
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Darby Congiardo fights off the nerves and laces a serve during the second set of her match against Ali Harris of Stone Memorial High School at Old Fort Park in Murfreesboro, Tenn. last Thursday.
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times in the first set, which put her in a hole. “I think next year, hopefully, I’ll know what’s here, and I won’t be as nervous,” said Congiardo. “Nerves were a big part of it.” This was the first time in school history that a female tennis player from AHS advanced to state, but as far as Congiardo and Harvill are concerned, it will not be the last. “I was glad that I got to come here. Especially, since no one has done it before, so that’s a plus” said Congiardo after her match. The experience gained does not help Congiardo alone. The Lady Cardinal Tennis Team is young. They lost no one to graduation, and the girls were on the
cusp of doing great things before falling in the district championship. Teammates and family members were on hand to watch Congiardo compete and see just what they could be up against in the seasons to come. “I think it will show (the team) that anything is possible. As a team, we got really close. We made it to the finals in district,” Congiardo said. “I think now that they’ve been here and they’ve watched me play, they’ll definitely know that it’s possible. We just need to practice a little more. I hope everybody gets to come next year.” Harvill agreed with her sentiment, saying with a lot of hard work and dedication to practice, the whole team can make it to state next year. “Very realistically next year, if these girls work in the offseason, we can take the whole team up here,” said Harvill. “That’s our goal, and I think the girls are united on that.”
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The 2012 FUNDamental Group (Top) and the 2012 Elite Group (Bottom) of young softball enthusiasts pose after completing the Lady Bobcats’ 2012 Fast-Pitch Softball Camp last week at McNairy Central High School. The girls were instructed by Lady Bobcat head coach Mellanie Surratt last Tuesday through Friday, and campers learned the basics of base running, hitting, throwing, fielding, pitching, catching, and other general softball knowledge. The girls always have a great time, according to Surratt. The FUNDamental Group were girls grades 2nd-4th, and the Elite Group was girls grades 5th-8th.
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Selmer to offer children’s camp this summer By Emily Pitts Staff Writer
Although summer is long-awaited and highly anticipated by children throughout the year, it seems that boredom can hit sooner than expected once school is actually out. This year, Selmer Park and Recreation Director Sybil Dancer is offering a solution to the summer doldrums. Selmer is planning to host a camp lasting all summer for school-age children with busy parents. The camp will be held at the Selmer Civic Center for ages 5-12. Children can be dropped off as early as 7 a.m. and must be picked up by 5 p.m. The camp runs Monday through Friday, and the cost is $12 per day or $50 for the whole week. According to Dancer, there will be different activities for the children to participate in every day. They will be able to make crafts, do activi-
ties, play games, and even go to the pool on some days. “We do it to keep kids active and for parents that need someone to watch their children,” said Dancer. “It keeps kids moving, not sitting at home playing video games. We’ll have them doing activities, playing sports, staying creative, and keeping active through the summer.” The camp began last Tuesday and lasts until the Friday before school begins. If you would like your child to attend the camp at any time, please notify Dancer at the Selmer Civic Center at least 24 hours in advance so that a lunch can be ordered for the child. Lunches will be provided by the Southwest Human Resource Agency’s Summer Food Service Program. For more information on the camp or other summer activities, call the Selmer Civic Center at (731) 645-3866.
County libraries to offer summer reading programs By Emily Pitts Staff Writer
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The first vendor of the season at the Selmer Farmers’ Market, Martha McMahan, of Pocahontas, displays her fresh cabbage, squash, onions, and eggs. So far about fifteen producers have picked up Farmers Market permits, according to Ricky Mathenia, County Extension Director. New at the Market this year are free reusable Pick Tennessee tote bags, purchased by the Selmer Parks and Recreation Department using a Tennessee Department of Agriculture Pick Tennessee grant. They are available to customers for a limited time.
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School may be out, but that doesn’t mean that McNairy County children are putting down the books. This summer, both county libraries, the Jack McConnico Memorial Library in Selmer and the Irving Meek Jr. Public Library in Adamsville, are offering summer reading programs for children of all ages. The Jack McConnico Memorial Library is participating in the Tennessee State Library and Archives program “Dream Big—Read.” Each year the Tennessee State Library and Archives sends libraries across the state materials to help jumpstart their own programs and offers workshops for librarians. “The goal is to maintain reading skills and encourage interest in reading throughout the summer,” said Jack McConnico Memorial Library Director, Norma Humphries. This summer, both county libraries are offering grand prizes to the children who check out the most books from each library in June. Competition will be stiff, with past winners checking out as many as 200 books, according to Humphries. There are other opportunities to win prizes throughout the summer as well. On the first four Fridays in June, the Jack McConnico Memorial Library will host events beginning at 10:30 a.m. where children will receive a prize just for attending and be entered to win drawings for door
prizes. These events will also offer free food, bookreadings, and entertainment, including a hula hoop contest, a magic show, a painting session, and a visit from Sparky the Fire Dog. They are open to children age 12 and under, are completely free, and require no prior sign-up. Events for the Irving Meek Jr. Public Library are held all five Fridays in June. On the 1st, the 8th, and the 15th, activities will begin at 10 a.m. and on the 22nd and 29th, they will get started at 9:30. These events are open to any child under the age of 18 and include appearances by scientist Mr. Bond, Park Ranger Tim Dudley, and magicians Brian Jackson and Skip Cain, as well as free food for the children. “Reading is so good for your mind,” said Irving Meek Jr. Public Library Director Marsha Jernigan. “We try to keep children in the library and interested in reading throughout the summer.” The program at the Irving Meek Jr. Public Library will culminate in a community appreciation event on the 29th focusing on careers. All children and adults from the community are invited to attend. A career bus will be at the library, various local dignitaries and state politicians will be present, and refreshments will be served. Many other details are still being decided. For more information about the summer reading programs, contact the Jack McConnico Memorial Library at (731) 645-5571 or the Irving Meek Jr. Public Library at (731) 632-3572.
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McNairy 4-H Wildlife Teams dominate Region Competition Local students receive degrees from UT Martin By: Ricky R. Mathenia County Extension Director
The McNairy County 4-H Wildlife Teams dominated the 2012 Western Region 4-H Wildlife Judging Contest held Monday, May 21, at Parkers Crossroads, Tennessee, by having the top two teams in the Senior High Division and the top team in the Junior High Division. McNairy County 4-H’ers Bryce Moore, Dylan Riggs, Rachel Mullins, Heather McCormick and Paige Wiles earned second through sixth high scoring individuals in the contest, while their teammate Preston Shackelford won the high scoring individual award in the Senior High Division. Their performances earned McNairy County 4-H the Western Region Championship, as well as the second place team in this division. In the Junior High Division, the McNairy County 4-H Wi ldlife Team consisting of McKenzie Mathenia, Wesley Moore and Alayna Ward, was named the 2012 Western Region 4-H Wildlife Champions. Wesley Moore earned the high scoring individual award in the Junior High Division and McKenzie Mathenia was named the third high scorer. Both McNairy County 4-H Senior High Wildlife Teams will now advance to the 2012 State 4-H Wildlife Championship competition to be held Thursday, June 14, in Blount County, Tennessee. UT Extension and the McNairy County 4-H’ers
Several McNairy County residents were among students who received degrees from the University of Tennessee at Martin during the recent spring commencement held in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on the UT Martin campus. The students receiving undergraduate degrees were: Adamsville – Sara Morgan Shelton, Linda Diane Bryant, Jennifer Denise Stanford; Bethel Springs – Christopher Cory Murray; Finger – Nicholas Jay Da’Acquisto; Selmer – Allison Brook Purtteman, Glenn Allen Butkovic, James Tyler Smith, Jennifer Lee Smith, Jonathan Daniel Mehr, Matthew Wesley Atkinson, Melissa Noel Brewer, Sammie Ray Linton, Sarah Grace Jaggars, Steven Chad Barton, Tedford Eason Miller; Stantonville – Brittney Nicole Williams. The students receiving graduate degrees were: Selmer – Andrew Mallette Wilson, Bobbie Renà Crabb. Dr. Joe DiPietro, president of the University of Tennessee, was the commencement speaker and conferred degrees. UT Martin Chancellor Dr. Tom Rakes presided over the exercises.
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would like to thank Mr. Jim Hamlington of T.W.R.A. for his help in the wildlife identification training for the teams. The 4-H’ers would also like to thank all the members of the McNairy County Forest Landowners Association for sponsoring this year’s team
shirt. They are great! The 4-H wildlife program, like all programs of The University of Tennessee Extension, is provided to all eligible persons on an equal opportunity basis.
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McNairy County Class of 2012 Scholarship Recipients The following list includes all students eligible to receive the Tennessee Lottery Scholarship, as well as college academic and athletic scholarships, Tennessee Technology Center scholarships, and scholarships sponsored by local organizations. Adamsville High School Mikayla Alfano-Webb Tyler Ashe Chloe Bean Jessie Berryman John Blakely Jacinda Boleyn Derek Boyd Dustin Brewer Ryan Burlesci Sarah Broyles Justin Carlisle Hannah Carroll
Kelsey Chambers Olivia Christopher Alicia Crain Nealey Dalton Bethany Debok Emily Dixon Cheyenne Durbin Blake Edwards Bradley Elam Chris Ellis Angel Estrada Alyssa Finley Ethan Flatt Drake Fox Chelsea Franks Bolton Gean T.J. Griffin David Grisham Kayci Henline Hunter Hill Cayla Infield Bradley James Victoria Johnson Jacob Kee
Jalen Kendall Macayla Kiddy Brianne Lambert Darby Lambert Tessa Lipford Jacob Littlejohn Bethany Long Megan Martin Kirsten Mattner Kristina Milford Chloe Mullins Cassie Phillips Hannah Pickens Jimmy Robertson Hunter Sagely Justin Salazar Josh Shoate Barbara Signorelli Josh Sinclair Trae Smalley Deanna Smith Mycaela Smith Reece Smith Brandon Terry
McNairy Central High School Casey Akin Chelsea Bodiford Kindra Brown Rachel Burns Kayla Carnagey Jessica Carpenter Lance Carroll Christina Carroll Dakota Chandler Reed Cheshier Brad Chism Allison Coleman Josh Court
Jack Smith Julie Smith Kenzi Smith Rusty Smith Sarah Beth Stevens Kelcey Stovall Brandon Stricklin Allie Swims Tyler Teet Sarah Thomas Emily Tigner Morgan Tigner Hannah Weatherford Molly Weatherford Christian West Jacey Whirley Jacob Whitaker Nicole White Anna Whitten Logan Williams James Yancey Christian Yarbrough Lindsey Young Total: $2,500,000
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Cydney Thomas Sarah Varden Logan Ward Nicki White Daniel Willingham Valerie Yancey Kelsey Young Total: $1,022,700
As school year ends, SMS holds spring events Adamsville Cub Scouts win 2012 soap box derby competition
Students at Selmer Middle School marked the beginning of TCAP testing with a pep rally that included teacher-led cheers and skits, as well as a faculty-student basketball game. Eighth grade cheerleaders (L to R) Megan Stevens, Emma Foret, Rachel Smith, & Rylee Smith celebrate with big smiles and TCAP spirit.
Spring semester Family Fun Night welcomed incoming fifth graders and their parents with performances by the SMS Band and a singing ensemble of fifth graders. Valerie Brakhage plays the oboe at Family Fun Night.
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Students enjoyed tug of war, dunking booth, water relay, and much more fun at the Spring Fling. Lydia Locke hustles in the water relay.
The many talents of SMS students were showcased in the Talent Show. Talent Show Winners. L to R: Jakob Harris, Haydn Nash, Debra Weatherly, Antonio Smith
Adamsville Cub Scout Pack 234 soap box derby racers bested the competition from other packs in the Shiloh District to be the Spring 2012 Cub-o-ree champions at the recent wild west themed weekend camp experience at Horse Creek Wildlife and Animal Sacntuary, Savannah. Each lightweight soap box car was pushed by four scouts while another manned the interior of the craft. Trophies were arwarded for first, second, and third places and best of show. Bear Scout Caleb White and Sr. Webelos Calvin Bingham, Cameron Thomas and Tim Ward (L to R) give it all they’ve got as they push Pack 234’s covered wagon soap box car manned by Tiger Scout Joseph Wickersheim to victory.
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101 - for sale ANNIVERSARY SALE - Who said you couldn’t buy new homes in the 20’s anymore? New 2 bedroom homes starting at $25,950. New 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes starting at $29,950. VOTED BEST OF SHOW Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath $44,500. All homes delivered and set up on your lot with central air. Hurry! Limited number at these prices. CLAYTON HOMES SUPERCENTER OF CORINTH Hwy 72 W, 1/4 mile west of hospital. (TF) House for Sale: 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 9 foot ceilings, hardwood, located on Golf Course in Adamsville, $319,000. Call Ben at 610-7600 for an appointment. (TF) For Sale: 3 BD double-wide mobile home. Very good condition. Fenced backyard, garage, storage building. 430 Asher Loop, Adamsville, TN. $38,500. Call before 8:00 p.m. 731632-1075 (1, 2) For Sale By Owner: 2010 Windham Mobile home on .5 acres of land. Only serious inquiries. 850-865-6399 or 731-610-9294 (2, 3, 4) 1990 Allegro Motorhome. 28-30 ft. 71K, TN rebuilt title. 7.4LTBI. Has bad engine. $3,100 OBO. Call for details. 610-3683 (1, 2)
102 - for rent KENNETH SWEAT Rental: Committed to providing safe & affordable family friendly homes 1,2, & 3 bedroom apartments, townhouses, trailers, & houses. NO pets!! NO Crack/Party Houses!! Ref & deposit required. (731) 610-0807, (731) 6453130. (TF) ALEXANDER APTS. in Adamsville: 2 bedrooms & Townhouses. Washer/ Dryer hook-ups included. Call Earl @ (731) 926-0507 or Joanne @ (731) 727-4823. (TF) ECONOMY INN Motel: Low weekly rates. Free wireless internet, microwave & refrigerator. (731) 645-6155. (TF) Oakwood Apartments in Selmer: 1 bedroom. $325.00 mo. 2 bedroom. $350.00 mo. Both require deposits. No pets. 731-610-2877 or 731-6455288. (TF) 2 BD, 1 1/2 BA, House for Rent. Stove, fridge, dishwasher, CH&A, carport, in Selmer. $350 + deposit. No pets. Don’t ask. 610-2877. (TF) For Rent: 2 BD mobile home on Nelson Store Road in Selmer. 10 minutes from town. $360/mo + $250 deposit. 610-5247. (1,2) For Rent: 2 BD., 1 BA. house, newly remodeled, new dishwasher, new cabinets - $450 month. With 15 acres of good hunting land $550 month. Also has 2 outbuildings. Call 6455860. (TF)
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automobiles 201 - autos 2004 3/4 Dodge Ram PU Laramie 2500, fully loaded pkg. Hemi engine. Infinity Sound, leather, 4-door. Trailer pull & gooseneck. 83,000 mi. Camper brake installed. Call 645-3974 or 4390493. (2)
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204 - recreational 2000 Camper, x-clean, sleeps 6 Queens, 33’ long, gas stove, lg fridge, pantry, x-storage, all rooms. New blue tank, LR slideout, looks new. Call 6453974 or 439-0493. (2
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miscellaneous 401 - for sale Dell laptop $400 under warranty. Also laptop repair. 731-925-6183. (TF) Wholesale log beds - Furniture & Mattresses. Log beds - As low as $299 with this ad. Rustic log furniture, chests, dressers, nightstands. Sofa/ love, W/4 reciners $899. Mattress low as $99. Bunk beds $179. Ph: 731-6101811 (2, 3, 4, 5) Wet/dry shopvac. 5 hp, 12-gal. Craftsman. Brand new, still in box. $40. 731-632-9848 (2) For Sale: Bowflex Ultimate. $500 firm. Call 731-610-0206 (2) Day Lilies for sale, $2 each. 6105791. (2, 3)
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)
services 501 - professional services SUBCONTRACTOR, HOUSE leveling, Rotting sills replaced, Floors, plumbing and tile. OVER 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE!! Phone Doug Butler @ (731)239-8945. FREE ESTIMATES. (TF) AGREED DIVORCES $299.00 plus court costs. 645-8557. (TF) Smith Lawn Service, commercial & residential. Lawn cutting & trimming, light landscaping. Reasonable rates & free estimates. Senior citizen discounts. Office: 731-646-2550 or Cell: 731-610-0528. (45-4) Harris: Home improvement, floors, foundations, drywall, roofs-metal or shingles-, siding, hardwood, tiles. Thirty years experience. Call 731-4390343 (51, 52, 1, 2) Harris: Asphalt, seal coating. Residential and commercial. Free estimates. Call 731-439-0343. (51, 52, 1, 2)
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)610-4813. (TF) Gardens tilled, bushhogging, gravel spread. Free estimates. 731-934-9777 (51, 52, 1, 2)
NOWLIN’S
LAWN SERVICE Ted Nowlin Owner
293 Russell Gray Store Rd. Stantonville, TN 38379 nowlinslawnservice@gmail.com
Want to buy a good used 16-foot trailer cheap. 731-632-4353 (2, 3)
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5211 - Griswell Ln. Selmer- $135,000
5611 - S Tina Dr., Selmer - $89,500
5311 -Carroll Rd., Michie- $49,900
112 - Mitchell St., Selmer - $52,500 * Brick * Single family home * Located in town* 3 Bedrooms * 2 Baths * Fenced back yard * Deck
812 - Peach St., Selmer - $27,900 * Older Traditional style * 2.30 ac +/* 2 Bedrooms * 1 Bath * porch * shed
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Buying junked, wrecked, and good running vehicles. Paying up to $2,000. Call today, get paid today. Call 731610-8827. (TF
Good puppies needing good homes. Wormed. 5 blk, 3 brn raised around family. 731-439-5710 (1, 2)
215A Court Ave. Selmer, TN
Solo and Team
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For Sale: 2003 Harley Davidson 100th anniversary 1200 sportster. 16,000 miles, runs great. Black with leather saddle backs, sundowner seat, Memphis shade windshield. Must see to appreciate. Asking $4,750. Call 731-439-3965. (2)
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Hay Barn Kit for Sale. 40x60x14, roof only, Galvalume metal & steel trusses. $4,800, complete building kits & components available. 662289-5910. (52, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Welding Instructor The Tennessee Technology Center at Crump is accepting resumes and applications for the position of Welding Instructor.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED. Graduate of a Welding training program at an accredited postsecondary training institution. • Three (3) years of current work experience as a welder AWS certifications preferred. • Must have a working knowledge of all aspects of the welding industry, including: gas metal arc (MIG), tungsten inert gas (TIG), shielded metal arc (stick), oxyacetylene welding (gas), flux core welding, flame cutting, plasma arc cutting, brazing and soldering. • Must possess the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective instructor. Must show evidence of good character, mature attitude and stable personality.
Responsibilities:
• Instruction of postsecondary/secondary students in modern welding techniques, shop safety, job success, metallurgy, blueprint reading, welding symbols, fitting and fabrication. • 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. • Curriculum development, student record keeping, placement and follow-up of program graduates. Salary: In accordance with Technology Center guidelines. State of Tennessee benefits package. Application Date: Applications and resumes will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on June 30, 2012. Please call 731632-3393 for an application to be mailed or faxed to you. Please mail resume and completed application that details your qualifications along with a cover letter to: Tennessee Technology Center at Crump Attn: Fran Pusser P.O. Box 89 Crump, TN 38327
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YARD SALES YARD SALE Saturday, June 2nd at 7:30 a.m. Located on Hwy 45 at
Griswell’s Bargain Supply.
GARAGE SALE
FRIDAY, MAY 1st 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. 2516 Warren Floyd Rd.
(Turn left off Hines Gin Rd.) Rain or Shine 3 FAMILIES Maternity clothes, little girl clothes thru size 5, Bassinet, and much more items. 503 - public notices NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE TENNESSEE, MCNAIRY COUNTY DEFAULT having been made in the terms, conditions and payments provided in certain Deed of Trust executed by Carl A. Thomas, Jr. and Holley Thomas to Kerry Webb, Trustee dated August 2, 2010 in the amount of $112,435.00, and recorded in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee in Instrument No. 74035, Deed Book 450, Page 878-892, (“Deed of Trust”); and, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust having been last transferred to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. by assignment; and, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as the current holder of said Deed of Trust (the “Holder”), has appointed as Substitute Trustee the undersigned, , any of whom may act, 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; therefore, NOTICE is hereby given that the entire amount of said indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Holder, and the undersigned as Substitute Trustee, or a duly appointed attorney or agents by virtue of the power and authority vested by the Appointment of Substitute Trustee, will on Thursday, June 14, 2012 commencing at 12 pm at the Front door of the courthouse, McNairy chancery court; sell to the highest bidder for cash, immediately at the close of sale, the following property to-wit: BEING LOT #27 OF CENTRAL HILLS SUBDIVISION, a Plat or plan of which is of record In Plat Cabinet B at Slide 96B, In the Registers Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and the distance, directions, measurements and calls contained therein are Incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein. This conveyance is made and accepted subject to the Restrictive Covenants of Central Hills Subdivision set forth in said Plat Cabinet B at Slide 96B, Registers Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and said Restrictive Covenants are incorporated herein by refer-
YARD SALE 746 N. Maple St. Adamsville, TN
Saturday, June 2 Too much to list. Several families.
YARD SALE
Saturday, June 2 • 7:00 till? 1701 Roy Seay Road, Selmer (road beside Forever Flowers, 45 South)
Clothing, Shoes, Purses, 2 Dining Sets, Oak Pie Safe, Oak China Cabinet, Pictures, Comforter Sets, Curtains, Tupperware. Big Sale ... Don’t Miss
503 - public notices ence thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein. This conveyance is further made and accepted subject to the building and use restrictions as pertaining to Central Hills Subdivision, which are of record in Deed Book 204, Page 893-995, Registers Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and the same are Incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein. The real property is subject to a transmission line easement of record in Miscellaneous Book 5, Page 158, Registers Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, The real property is subject to a right of way easement for Pickwick Electric Cooperative of record in Miscellaneous Book 4, Page 490, Registers Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. Time real property Is subject to a Road Dedication of record in Miscellaneous Book 13, Page 430, Registers Office or McNairy County, Tennessee. This being the same property conveyed to Carl A. Thomas, Jr, by Joe Reaves by Warranty Deed dated the 2nd Day of August, 2010 and of record in Deed Book 216, Pages 327 in the Registers Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. Parcel ID No.: 90-0-A-27 Map & Parcel No.: 90-0-A-27 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 655 Lake Trail Loop, Selmer, Tennessee 38375 CURRENT OWNER(S): Carl A. Thomas Jr. and Holley Thomas SUBORDINATE LEINHOLDERS: N/A 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, however, the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The sale will be held subject to any unpaid taxes, assessments, rights-ofway, easements, protective covenants or restrictions, liens, and other superior matters of record which may affect said property; as well as any prior liens or encumbrances as well as priority created by a fixture filing; and/or any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. If the U.S. Department of Treasury/ IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Depart-
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE AT B&B AUTO SALES
(next to Walmart) FRIDAY, JUNE 1 SATURDAY, JUNE 2 7 a.m. to ???
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 2 686 N. Maple St. in Adamsville 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. 18 MO. girl clothes, books, Ty beanie babies, hamster cage, meat grinder, frog items and other.
YARD SALE
Wednesday, may 30, 2012
BIGGEST YARD SALE EVER! Rosenwald Hosting Yard Sale
The Bethel Springs Rosenwald Community Center is hosting the “Biggest Yard Sale Ever” on June 2, 2012 from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. beside the Bethel Springs Church of Christ in Bethel Springs. Clothing for men, women & children. They will also be selling barbecue chicken plates, and barbecue bologna sandwich. If you would like to participate and purchase a spot to setup for $25, please call Sherry Smith (731) 610-6011 for more information. Deadline to reserve a space is May 30th.
YOUTH MISSION YARD SALE & BAZAAR JUNE 1st & 2nd, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. SELMER 1ST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1122 West Cherry Ave., Selmer
Yard Sale Items Include: furniture, clothes, kitchenware, toys, books, luggage, golf clubs, yard fountain, and much more. Bazaar tables include: many handmade items, Needles & Pins Quilters (Saturday), White Oak Glass Studio (reclaimed glass jewelry), bottle art, upcycled clothing for kids, bows, record bowls, and much more. If you are interested in a Bazaar table ... we still have a spot for you. Reserve @ $20 by calling Laura 610-0735. The table fee goes to the Youth Mission Fund. Thank you for your donations.
GARAGE SALE 325 & 337 Barker St. Adamsville, TN FRIDAY 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
SATURDAY
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. June 1st & 2nd
Furniture, children’s clothing, etc. Lemonade stand on site.
INSIDE YARD SALE AT McDOUGLE’S 3690 HINES GIN ROAD SATURDAY, JUNE 2 OPEN AT 9 A.M. A Little Bit of Everything!
Desk, new full mattress, used queen mattress, chest, cedar chest, dishes, microwave $25, dorm refrigerator $40, depression glass, paperback books 50, dining table and 6 chairs $100, white farm table & chairs, bunkie mattress (new) $45, nice antique bedroom suit, oak filing cabinet, rolltop oak desk, used tables & chairs, dining table and china cabinet, children’s furniture, 72 piece set of dishes. Several pub tables and stools. Much, much more. Need something ... Check here! 645-3069 or 697-8153.
3 Family Yard Sale
7982 HWY 45 SOUTH 8 a.m. until ?
Thurs., May 31, Fri., June 1, and Sat., June 2 Lots of namebrand clothing. Clothing of all sizes from 3 mos. to 1x to 2x (Men & women), movies, DVD, shoes, purse, pictures, jewelry, dolls, sheets, glassware, home decor, books. Too much to mention. Everything cheap, cheap. 645-7408.
503 - public notices ment of Labor and Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities` right to redeem the property, as required by 26 U.S.C § 7425 and T.C.A. § 67-1-1433. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Deed of Trust. The notice requirements of T.C.A. §35-5-117 were satisfied prior to the first publication of the Notice of Substitute Trustee`s Sale. Substitute Trustee reserves the right 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. MCC TN, LCC 3525 Piedmont Road NE, Six Piedmont Center, Suite 700 Atlanta, GA 30305 (404) 3731612 www.mccurdycandler. com File No. 12-03342 /CONV Ad Run Dates: 05/23/2012, 05/30/2012 and 06/06/2012 THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Ad #28209: 2012-05-23 2012-05-30, 201206-06 9903 1, 2, 3
THIS INSTRUMENT PREPARED BY: Deusner & Kennedy, P.A. 177 West Court Avenue Selmer, Tennessee 38375 STATE OF TENNESSEE ) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE COUNTY OF McNAIRY ) WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Promissory Note
1409 Peach St. Friday & Saturday 7 a.m. until?
HUGE YARD SALE OVER 30 YEARS OF COLLECTING, BUYING, & SELLING ANITQUES, JUNK, ETC.
Duncan Phyfe Dining Suite, old dishes, dresser, vanity table & chair, maple table & chair, recliners, baby stuff, folding picnic table, benches. Lots of bric-a-brac.
Furniture, Cast iron, Glassware, Kitchen items, Old tools, Kerosene lamps, Wicker, Linens, Dishes, Too much to list!
YARD SALE
HUGE YARD SALE
Dealers welcome. Friday & Saturday, June 1 & 2, 7:00 a.m. until ? 404 Poplar Ave, Selmer No early sales, please.
Friday & Saturday
Friday, June 1, 7 am - 5 pm Saturday, June 2, 7 am - 2 pm
Tool box for small truck, Hammock, Antiques, Lots of items
June 1 & 2 • 7 a.m. until ? 1070 West Cherry Ave., Selmer Baby toys & clothes 0-18 mos., women’s clothes 0-12, men 30-38, Antiques, Electronics, X-box & lots more!!
Tons of brand new children’s clothes (boys & girls) and much more.
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heretofore executed by Sandra Michelle Price, bearing date of April 1, 2009, secured by a Deed of Trust executed by Sandra Michelle Price and husband, Danny Price of record in Trust Book 395, Page 2866, in the 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 Commerce National Bank; and WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclosure was sent to the last known mailing address of Debtor by regular mail on April 12, 2012; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and Craig Kennedy, as Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Trustee, will on Monday, the 18th day of June, 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 New Hope Community of the Seventh Civil District of McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly bounded
and described as follows: BEGINNING at a railroad spike set in the center of New Hope-Gravel Hill Road, the southwest corner of Robbins, the northeast corner of Ricky James (formerly Brasfield), and the northwest corner of the parent and subject tracts; RUN thence South 88 degrees 50 minutes 23 seconds East with the southern boundary of Robbins 428.39 feet to an iron pin; THENCE South 08 degrees 03 minutes 17 seconds East with a severance line through the McCarter land, passing an iron pin at 368.19 feet, in all, 393.19 feet to a point in the center of Caffey-Michie Road; THENCE with the center of said road as follows: South 67 degrees 19 minutes 04 seconds West 98.27 feet; South 77 degrees 20 minutes 00 seconds West 299.50 feet; South 77 degrees 17 minutes 33 seconds West 72.23 feet to a P/K nail in the center of New HopeGravel Hill Road; THENCE with the center of said New HopeGravel Hill Road as follows: North 11 degrees 16 minutes 12 seconds West 224.89 feet; North 10 degrees 40 minutes 19 seconds West 178.93 feet; North 11 degrees 22 minutes 29 seconds West 107.82 feet to the point of beginning, and containing 4.305 acres, gross. Subject to the easement for New Hope-Gravel Hill Road and Caffey-Michie Road. All bearings noted herein are based upon an observation of magnetic North made July, 1991. The foregoing legal description is based upon a plat
of survey of James A. Martin, Registered Land Surveyor, Tennessee Certificate Number 1469, which plat of survey is dated March 28, 1992. Danny Lane Price and wife, Sandra Michelle Price obtained title to the foregoing real property by Warranty Deed of J. C. McCarter and wife, Doris E. McCarter, dated April 3, 1992, of record in Deed Book 134, Page 374, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. Danny Lane Price quitclaimed his interest to Sandra Michelle Price by Quitclaim Deed dated March 9, 1998, of record in Deed Book 162, Page 134, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. ALSO KNOWN AS: Map-138, Parcel-12.10 3011 Hubert Manuel Road Michie, TN 38357 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,
1256 Connie Smith Rd. Bob Whitley’s
3 Families
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Friday & Saturday 7 a.m. until? 592 Bramblewood Dr. Selmer
NOTICE TO FURNISHERS OF LABOR AND MATERIALS TO: Volunteer Bridge Construction, Inc. PROJECT NO.: 55060-3418-94 CONTRACT NO.: CNJ438 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 06/29/12.
Tennessee’s Largest Producer of Manufactured Housing Now Hiring A Limited Number of Positions Experience Preferred - We Will Train
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2 FAMILY YARD SALE
Qualifications:
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Benefits:
Starting pay $9.50 per hour including team profit sharing after 90 days Insurance including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and disability (family coverage available) Paid holidays Paid vacation after 6 months 401k retirement plan Advancement opportunity If interested, apply in person at: Clayton Homes 2600 Hwy 226 Savannah, Tennessee 38372 No phone calls, PLEASE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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May 14, 2012 (continued) Chasity Crabb – Poss ephedrine and ephedrine derivatives prohibited – Fined $250 and cst. Fine only on agreement with state. Supervised prob for 1 yr. Alc/drug eval. Leslie D. Seaton – DUI: First offense – Fined $1,250 and cst ($705.73), 48-hr sent. Supervised prob for 11 mo, 29 days, drug/alc eval and counseling and rehab. Not drive in TN for 1 yr. Angela K Lipford – Assault, attempt – Fined cst. Diversion for 6 months then expungment Gary W Fults – Theft (up to $500) – fined cst. Sent to 14 days. Rest. Is $120 to victim. Supervised prob. Barry L Clayton – Initiate manufacture of meth – Schedule II drugs – promoting meth manufacture – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing. Def. shall cont. on current bond. Jonathan D. Finley – DUI: first offense – Simple poss/ casual exchange – poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing. Previous bond is revoked. James Wellington –Poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Fined $150 and cst. Snt to time served. Supervised prob for 1 yr Deena L Ricketts – Burglary, auto – Criminal trespass – Def bound over to grand jury. Shall
cont on current bond. James Dickey – Initiate manufacture of meth – tampering with evidence – poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Prelim hearing. Def shall cont on current bond of $50,000 Stephanie L Ingle – Initiate manufacture of meth – promoting meth manufacture – poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Prelim hearing. Def shall cont. on current bond of $75,000 Oran G Jaco – Initiate manufacture of meth – promoting meth manufacture – poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing Nathaniel A Wade – Initiate manufacture of meth – promoting meth manufacture – poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Prelim hearing. Def shall cont on current bond of $50,000 Shaun P Murphy – Vandalism (up to $500) – Fined $25 no cst. Sent to 10 days. Rest of $65 to victim. No contact with victim. Supervised prob. Bond revoked on other charges. – Assault, attempt – Fined $25 and cst. Sent to 10 days. Rest of $65 to victim. No contact with victims. Supervised prob. Bond revoked on other charges Heather L Sweat – Initiate manufacture of meth – Promoting meth manufacture – Poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing.
Heather L Sweat – Aggravated child abuse – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing Jonathan D Finley – Initiate manufacture of meth – Promoting meth manufacture – poss unlaw drug para, attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing. Def shall cont on current bond. Christian J Webb – Theft of property ($500-$1,000), attempt – Bound over to grand jury. Waiving prelim hearing Chasity Butler – Driving while license suspended – Dismiss on pmt of cst. Def has valid DL. Supervised prob James Leroy Cobb – Driving while license suspended, 2nd or sub – Fined $25 and cst. DL sus for 6 months. Supervised prob. Billy R Gibson – Simple poss/casual exchange – Fined $250 and cst. Sent to 48 hrs. supervised prob for 11 mo, 29 days. Drug eval through JACOA Lang A Goolsby – Reckless driving – Fined $25 and cst. Supervised prob. Larry G King – Criminal trespass – Dismiss on pmt of cst. Warning to def to not ride on city property. Supervised prob. Randy Burney – Criminal trespass – Dismiss on pmt of cst. Warning to def to not ride 4-wheeler on city property . supervised prob. Chasity Westenhoefer – Driving while license suspended – Dismiss on pmt of cst. Def has valid DL. Supervised prob.
Animal rescue organization needs your help Karen Rudolph
the money to spay and neuter their pets. We have brought cat, dog and horse feed and hay to people Contributor that cannot afford to buy it. We are broke. We cannot Some of you may, or may not have heard of us. take on this entire responsibility ourselves. It is imWe are Schnauzer Savers Rescue of West Tennes- portant that McNairy County Officials step up and see. We have been rescuing Schnauzers, horses and build an animal shelter, staff it and do what is necesother dog breeds for the past three years here in Mc- sary, which is their responsibility, to get this problem Nairy County and surrounding counties. We have under control. Please call, write or email your County Commisbeen successful in rescuing and placing over 3,000 sioners, the Mayor, the Sheriff and tell them that they dogs of many breeds over the years. We are not funded by any Government Agency. must act. This is the 21st century. We are one of the Recently, under Tennessee Statute, we appointed only rural counties of our size that does not have an an Animal Cruelty Investigator. He works on a vol- animal shelter. We get calls about litters of puppies, unteer basis for Schnauzer Savers Rescue of West kittens, and adult animals that have been dumped Tennessee. He and his wife travel many miles a week around the county by irresponsible people. We are checking on calls that have come into the Sheriff’s not animal control. We can help only so many. Spay and Neuter is your personal responsibility Department for Animal Cruelty or Neglect. You might have seen him riding around, and he might as a pet owner. Not doing this by the time a dog or have even stopped at your house. Please understand cat is six months old creates thousands of unwanted that in order to continue this valuable work in this puppies and kittens every year in this county. If you county, we must have some public support. Larry are not part of the solution, you are part of the probRisner, our Cruelty Investigator, works closely with lem. When you see a stray running down the road, it is there because someone did not spay or neuter the McNairy Sheriff’s Department in this effort. As an informational point, we have rescued 26 their pet or take responsibility for the animal that horses from McNairy County due to neglect or in- they decided to get as a puppy. Once it grew up, they ability to properly care for those animals. We repeat- didn’t want it any longer. These thrown away strays that run loose all over edly take very long road trips, at our own expense, to transport dogs out of McNairy County up to the this county, trying to feed themselves, being hit by Northeast and other parts of the country so that they vehicles, and even biting people because they are can be adopted and given homes where they are afraid, are causing a public health risk to both you, kept inside and are a part of the family. We do not your children, and your animals. In addition, it is believe in an animal being chained up or tied out for in direct conflict with what God says in the Bible in any period of time. While you may think you are do- Proverbs 12:10; “A righteous man cares for the needs ing the right thing by chaining or tying an animal to of his animals.” The needs of an animal are not just keep it from being run over, what you are doing is food, water and shelter. Their needs are not to be considered animal abuse if the animal does not have allowed to breed freely, creating thousands of dogs and cats that end up feral or proper shelter, and clean water un-tame running loose with no and food. vaccinations. We are two people whom If you have ever had to enGod has called to do his work If you wish to donate to our cause, you in rescuing these animals. We can send a donation to SSRWTN, P. O. Box dure shots in your stomach due to an animal bite that was not spend every penny we have on 202, Bethel Springs, TN 38315. vaccinated for rabies, you unfood, medicines, heart worm derstand the importance of vacpreventative, and vet bills. In 2011 alone, we spent more than $48,000 in vet cinating. It is a law in this county to vaccinate your bills. Please understand that we do this out of our animals for rabies. It is also a law in this county that own pocket. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organiza- you leash your animal or have it under your control tion. We have paid to spay/neuter many animals in at all times. If you fail to do that, you are in violation this county who belong to people that do not have of the law.
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Where in McNairy
Staff Photo by Christen Coulon
Where in McNairy is a weekly contest in which readers are asked to identify a beautiful, unique, or overlooked locale within the county. To win, readers must be the first to identify the approximate location of our weekly photo. The winning entry will be sent to submissions@independentappeal.com and must contain the subject line ‘Where in McNairy,’ and a contact name and phone number in the e-mail body. We will identify each week’s winner in the following issue. This week’s winner will receive a $15 gift card to Very Important Pets in Adamsville. The Independent Appeal is not responsible for lost, misdirected or undelivered emails. Last week’s photo was located on Old Hwy 45, Guys, TN. No winner for Week 25.
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