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Adamsville works to restore service to affected customers

By Christen Coulon

Simon said that usually when that much water is lost, it is easy to find because it is coming out of the ground.

He said that workers finally found a leak in Morris Chapel. Simon told the Independent Appeal last Monday morning that workers had fixed the Morris Chapel leak, and the department was charging the lines to determine if there were any other leaks that could affect service to the customers in these areas.

However, by last Tuesday morning, Simon said that they believed there was another leak in their lines and workers were still searching for it.

Simon said that the lines would have to be fully charged before service would be restored to everyone because there were a few dozen customers in Enville who actually live

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A slow leak in the Adamsville water lines, which began last Wednesday, developed into a gusher over the weekend, swallowing up to 200,000 gallons per day, interrupting water service for more than 1,100 homes and prompting a boil water notice for affected customers.

The leak affected Adamsville water customers on the northern end of their system in the towns of Milledgeville, Morris Chapel and Enville, said Adamsville’s City Administrator Steve Simon. Workers have been working around the clock to find and correct this issue; however, this situation was somewhat unique, because the leak was difficult to find.

ROCKABILLY HIGHWAY REVIVAL ROCKS SELMER Stunning musical lineup brings Rockabilly home

above the pumping station.

“We have to move the water uphill here,” Simon said.

Simon said that he hoped to have water restored to all customers as soon as possible.

He added that they were disappointed that they were not able to fix the lines by now and said that they are doing everything they can to restore service to 100 percent.

By Tuesday, Adamsville had made the decision to bypass normal procedures to increase the pumping capacity in order to restore water to some of the affected customers.

He said that this also restored fire fighting capacity to the affected communities.

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McNairy County Music Hall of Fame inducts inaugural members

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By Emily Pitts Staff Writer

Last Friday night, four individuals were honored for their contributions to music in McNairy County and inducted as inaugural members of the new McNairy County Music Hall of Fame.

“The Hall of Fame was created as a way to honor those who have made a significant contribution to McNairy County’s musical tradition and as a way to preserve that heritage,” said Dr. Shawn Pitts, Arts in McNairy Heritage and Cultural Arts Committee Chair. “These four individuals have shaped not only our county’s history, but our region and country’s history as well. We really wanted to honor them for their incredible contributions to American music.”

The McNairy County Music Hall of Fame was created through collaboration between AiM’s Heritage and Cultural Arts Committee and the Rockabilly

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Highway Revival Committee. In many ways, the discovery of the Stanton Littlejohn recordings launched the project, which has been in the works for a few years now.

“McNairy County has an incredibly rich musical heritage,” said Pitts. “We just wanted to recognize and honor that.”

The Rockabilly Highway Revival Committee’s chairman Russell Ingle suggested that the first inductees be honored the night before the Rockabilly Highway Revival.

The event was attended by the inductees, their friends and family, and local members of the community. Four people were honored.

In his opening remarks, Ingle observed that there was a great variety among those being inducted in the first class of honorees. “We’ve got a painter, a singer, a sound engineer, and a D.J. That’s a pretty good variety of people,” he noted.

The first to be honored was

Staff Photo by Emily Pitts

Pictured from left to right are inductee Brian Tull, inductee Sandy Carroll, Jerry Phillips, son of inductee Dewey Phillips, and Marjorie Littlejohn Richard, daughter of inductee Stanton Littlejohn.

Brian Tull, the artist behind the two Rockabilly Highway Murals in downtown Selmer. Tull was also instrumental in the birth of the Rockabilly Highway Revival.

He has helped to raise awareness

about the musical heritage of McNairy County and preserved it forever in his internationally known public works of art. Ingle

See HALL OF FAME, 3A

‘Stormy times’ continue in Bethel Springs

By Jeff Whitten

corder Erin Pickle's work and found it wanting.

During an argument over the transfer of funds from one account to another that Pickle made, she called Smith the “author of confusion” and accused her of playing to the audience.

Smith denied both charges.

Mayor Kay Cox said she was sick of Smith going over Pickle's work with a fine-toothed comb and her constant criticism of Pickle.

Joinna Dubose said that when her son and daughter-in-law rented the community center for their wedding, it was so filthy that it soiled the bride-to-be's $1,000 wedding dress. For this privilege, they paid $375. The board did vote to reimburse the couple for

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The City of Bethel Springs just cannot catch a break. Another acrimonious meeting last Monday revealed that the city is losing more water than it is pumping, it is facing a $90,000 budget deficit for the next fiscal year, its community center was described as filthy and, of course, no meeting would be complete without an argument or two between various city officials.

“This has been a stormy time for this board,” was how Vice-Mayor Shirley Williams summed up the situation. She added that everyone was waiting for the next election to heal the town's divisions.

As in past meetings, Alderman Sherry Smith went over City Re-

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Selmer police car hit on Highway 45, two injured A woman and a Selmer policeman were injured when the woman’s car struck the officer’s cruiser last Saturday. According to a Tennessee Electronic Crash Report by Sgt. Larry Forsythe of the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Annette L. Prather, 74, of Selmer, was driving a gray 2001 Hyundai XG3 northbound on Falcon Road, crossing U.S. 45. The white 2008 Ford CVC police car driven by Foy B. Huckabee was traveling northbound on 45 when the Hyundai pulled into its path and struck it in the right side.

Huckabee and Prather were transported by Emergency Medical Services ambulance to McNairy Regional Hospital for treatment.

MRH has told the Independent Appeal in the past that it is against their policy to release information on patients’ conditions.

Prather was cited for failure to yield and violation of the financial responsibility law (no insurance).

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Fifth annual Rockabilly Highway Revival rocks Selmer

By Emily Pitts Staff Writer

The Rockabilly Highway Revival, which took place in downtown Selmer last Saturday, had another record-breaking year for its fifth time around.

“I thought it went great,” said Rockabilly Highway Revival Committee Chairman Russell Ingle. “The weather was perfect, and we probably had a crowd as big or bigger than we’ve ever had.”

Festivities began on the Friday night before the festival with the first inductions into the new McNairy County Music Hall of Fame. Arts in McNairy and McNairy Regional Alliance inducted four individuals into the Hall of Fame’s inaugural class: Brian Tull, Stanton Littlejohn, Sandy Carroll, and Dewey Phillips.

“It was a great event,” said AiM’s Heritage and Cultural Arts Committee Chair Dr. Shawn Pitts. “These four individuals have shaped not only our county’s history, but our region and country’s history as well. We really wanted to honor them for their incredible contributions to American music.”

On Saturday, the festival officially began at 10 a.m., with around 20 vendors, dozens of cars already lining the streets, and the brand new Kid’s Zone at Rockabilly Park. The Kid’s Zone included carnival games, face painting, jumpers, and even a pony ride. “They seemed to be busy pretty much all day,” said Ingle.

Also new to this year’s festival was the Rockabilly Best Dressed Contest. Free photos of about 20 contestants were taken by Bryan Huff of Huffoto. The photos

were then judged by Rockabilly Highway Revival Committee members. The winner, Kelsey Mardis, took home a $100 cash prize and a print of her photograph.

One of the festival’s most popular events, the car show, had its most successful year ever, according to organizers Melanie and Aubrey King. This year, the show was opened up to cars of any year, make, or model, and brought in more entries than ever before, one from as far away as Jacksonville, Fla. “We had 173 entries, about 40 more than last year,” said Melanie. “We want to thank everyone who came and showed their vehicles and everybody who helped out with the show. Without the help of others, we could never make this happen.”

In addition to the 173 cars displayed, there was also a small tractor show set up behind the Selmer Farmers’ Market.

There was music and entertainment throughout the day at the “Pickin’ at Pat’s” stage by Pat’s Café and the main stage in front of the courthouse. Local talent Russell Elliot and Danny Briggs performed at Pat’s beginning at 10:30. Opening up for the main stage entertainment were two talented locals, Liza Smith and Maggie Whitaker.

Eileen Rose and Rich Gilbert of The Silver Threads, who are depicted on the Rockabilly Highway Mural II in Rockabilly Park, were next in the line-up. This is the Silver Threads’ second Selmer performance; they also performed in May of 2012 after the completion of Rockabilly Highway Mural II. At noon, Phil Hummer & the White Falcons, whose image graces the first Rocka-

billy Highway Mural, took the stage. This year was the band’s 4th time to perform at the Rockabilly Highway Revival, and they are always a crowd favorite.

Finally, the festival’s headlining act Hillbilly Casino took the stage. Lead singer Nic Roulette wowed the crowd with his singing abilities and also his energetic dance moves, which were reminiscent of those of music legends Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins. After the show, Roulette and his band planned to travel to Memphis to play at the Blues City Café on Beale Street.

Awards for the car show were then presented. All participants received a wooden plaque with a picture of their vehicle in front of the first Rockabilly Highway Mural. There were also 12 trophies sponsored by local businesses. The sponsors each picked a vehicle to receive their trophy.

The day closed out with a performance

by locals in the Jim Rickman Band.

The Rockabilly Committee is already planning for next year’s festival to be bigger and better.

“One thing we want to do next year is get more downtown businesses involved,” said Ingle. “We’ve got some ideas to encourage people to get into the stores and increase their traffic.”

There are also plans in the works for next year’s car show. “We are looking at parking all the cars on Main Street next year,” said Melanie King.

When asked about other goals for next year’s festival, Ingle replied, “We certainly want to grow it. Our community has some great things going on, and we want to see more people in attendance every year.”

Event organizers will meet in the coming weeks to discuss this year’s festival and goals for next year.

Staff Photos by Emily Pitts

The grand opening and ribbon cutting for Huffoto, photography by Bryan Huff, took place on Saturday morning prior to the beginning of the Rockabilly Highway Revival. Pictured from left to right are Darren Bowers, Tracy Helmuth, Ted Moore, David Robinson, Bill Huff, Rachel Huff, Jessica Huff, John Huff, Jack Huff, Bryan Huff, Susanne Ingle, Shawn Pitts, LaShell Moore, Natalie Luttrell, and Russell Ingle.

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HALL OF FAME FROM PAGE 1A

presented Tull his award.

The next honoree was the late Stanton Littlejohn, a local man with a passion for music who created and preserved hundreds of recordings of musicians from all around the region in the 1940s and 50s. Littlejohn’s collection will be placed in archives in the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress later this year. Littlejohn’s daughter, Marjorie Richard, accepted the award from Pitts on behalf of her father.

The third person to be inducted into the Hall of Fame was Sandy Carroll. Carroll, who grew up in Stantonville, has had an extremely successful career as a singer, songwriter, and pianist.

Her list of accomplishments is too long to list, but even though she is internationally known, she has never forgotten her McNairy County roots. Independent Appeal Publisher Janet Rail presented Carroll her award.

Finally, the last to be inducted was the late Dewey Phillips.

Phillips moved from his Adamsville home to Memphis looking for a job in the music industry; he ended up changing the course of American music forever, breaking racial boundaries with his popular radio show and introducing the world to such artists as Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and of course, Elvis Presley. Phillips’ son Jerry accepted the award from Adamsville Mayor David Leckner on behalf of his father.

Also in attendance at the inductions was the house band for the Rockabilly Hall of Fame in Jackson, Tenn., Rockabilly Country. After playing a few sets by themselves, Rockabilly Country was joined in performance by Carroll to close out the night.

According to Pitts and Ingle, this is an event AiM and the Rockabilly Highway Revival Committee hope to host annually, inducting three to four new members each year. Also in the works is an online Hall of Fame and a walking trail in downtown Selmer with sidewalk insets commemorating each inductee.

Look for features on each of this year’s inductees in future issues of the Independent Appeal.

BETHEL MEETING FROM PAGE 1A

cleaning expenses.

In the water report, City Clerk Deborah Sullivan, who administers city water, told the board that the city had lost 54 percent of the water it had pumped in the previous month.

In order to close the budget gap, Cox suggested raising the property tax $0.08 to $0.79 per $100 assessed value. Williams said that there were going to have to be budget cuts.

The board voted to instruct Pickle to write a letter to former storm recovery liaison and former Mayor Norma Smith informing her of her discharge. Pickle said that the board should do this. Cox had earlier said she was not going to write a letter to Smith saying that she had done a poor job.

The downtown enhancement project is no more. The board voted to cancel it.

The beer board, which is composed of the board of aldermen, voted to grant a beer license to Gary Bizzell, Sr. for the building next to City Hall. Bizzell said he wanted to start by selling beer and cigarettes but eventually wants to restore the restaurant he once had at that location. Alderman Gary Bizzell, Jr., who is Bizzell, Sr's. son, recused himself from the matter.

The board voted that officially retired Police Chief T. E. “Pee Wee” Sowell maintain his regular schedule until policeman Benny Jennings' certification paperwork becomes complete.

For more details on the Bethel Springs meeting, check our Facebook page and read next week's Independent Appeal.

WATER LEAK FROM PAGE 1A

Simon asked that all Adamsville water customers conserve water in order to increase water pressure to the areas which have been without water. He said that, if possible, customers should wait to water their lawns, wash cars, or do any other non-essential activities.

The town issued a precautionary boil water notice for the affected customers last Monday afternoon prior to water service being restored. The notice asked all affected customers to strain and boil their water until further notice.

To help out its customers during the outage, Adamsville said that it was offering a free case of water available at the Adamsville Piggly Wiggly or the Milledgeville Dollar General to those in the affected areas. In addition, FaithPointe Church and the 1st Baptist Church in Adamsville have offered their showers to affected customers. FaithPointe will offer this service daily as needed from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Those wishing to use the Baptist facilities can contact (731) 926-6252 for access.

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Notice of Grand Jury Meeting (T.C.A. 40-12-105) “It is the duty of your Grand Jurors to investigate any public offense which they know or have reason to believe has been committed and which is a triable or indictable in this county. Any person having knowledge or proof that such an offense has been committed may apply to testify before the grand jury subject to the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated”. The foreman for this term is presently: Jai Templeton “The grand jury will meet on Monday June 10th, 2013, at the McNairy County Criminal Justice Center in Selmer, TN at 9:00 AM. You may be prosecuted for perjury for any oral or written statement which you make under oath to the grand jury, when you know the statement to be false, and when the statement touches on a matter material, of point in question.”

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South Pacific comes to McNairy County

By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

Next weekend, from June 21-25, Arts in McNairy Performing Arts will present the award-winning musical, South Pacific at the Latta Building in Selmer. Longtime AiM director Bryan Essary is putting the show together, and rehearsals are well underway.

“It’s going very well,” said Essary. “It’s a great cast, and it’s going to be a great show.”

The musical, with music

by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein, tells the story of how World War II sailors survive love

and war in the South Pacific. Pieces of the story are actually based on James A. Michener’s book Tales of the South Pacific, which was a 1947 collection of short stories based on Michener’s real experiences in the Navy.

“This is not all fictional,” said Essary. “Some of the stories here are based in fact.”

The show won ten Tony awards and is the only musical to win all four acting awards. It first premiered on Broadway in 1949 and was the second longest-running show there, amassing 1,925 performances. South Pacific won the Pulitzer Prize for drama in 1950 and includes

Staff Photo by Emily Pitts

Christy Whitten, of Selmer, and the girls of the cast rehearse Monday night. Whitten, who plays Nellie Forbush, stars in AiM’s production of South Pacific, opening Friday, June 21.

many well-known songs, such as “Some Enchanted Evening,” “Bali Ha’i,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” and “There Is Nothing Like a Dame.”

AiM Performing Arts veteran Christy Whitten, of Selmer, plays Ensign Nellie Forbush, a nurse stationed on a Pacific island during World War II, who falls in love with a middle-aged French expatriate plantation owner but struggles to accept his mixed-race children.

“It’s very different from all the other roles I’ve played,” said Whitten. “I’m used to playing very hard, domineering characters like Ouiser in Steel Magnolias, but this character is very soft, genteel, Southern— and she’s funny. So it’s been a lot of fun.”

Dr. Richard Strachan, of Corinth, Miss., plays Emile de Becque, the plantation owner.

“I’ve always wanted to play Emile in South Pacific because I grew up watching the movie,” said Dr. Strachan. “It tells a wonderful story, and this is a wonderful cast to work with.

I’ve been doing theatre for

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a long time, and this will probably end up being one of my favorite plays.”

The cast, made of nearly 40 actors from the county and surrounding areas plus an orchestra of 12 local musicians, has been rehearsing since the beginning of May. “I’m having a great time,” said Whitten. “I love AiM—it’s changed my life.

At a really bad point in my life, it gave me something to do and something to focus on. I’ve met a whole new family of friends.”

The show is set to open next Friday and run through Tuesday. All performances are at 7:30 p.m., except for the Sunday matinee, which is at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children and students.

“We hope to see a good crowd every night,” said Essary. “I want to encourage everyone to come out, spend an evening with us, and enjoy a top-notch show.”

Milledgeville BBQ Fundraiser Saturday

By Janet Rail Publisher

In last Monday's meeting, the mayor and board discussed final preparations for their annual BBQ fundraiser for the fire department.

The BBQ will be at the fire department building Saturday, June 15 beginning at 10 a.m. They will serve plate lunches, sandwiches, whole and half chickens until they sell out.

The city discussed the water outage in the community that is affecting 1,100 citizens in the county.

“Were we called by Adamsville to let us know what the back up plan would be for the fire department?” asked Alderman Tony McMurray.

The city had not contacted the fire department as of yet, and there was no word on when water may be restored for many residents. There is a precautionary boil water notice, and residents can get a case of bottled water from the Milledgeville or Adamsville Dollar Store or Adamsville Piggly Wiggly. First Baptist Church is offering shower facilities (call 731926-6252), as well as FaithPointe in Adamsville.

Mayor Dannie Kennedy reported the state has cleaned out the culvert in front of the fire department and put an extension on it. They discovered a large root twenty feet long in the culvert and used three tanks of water to flush out debris.

Kennedy also reported placement of no through truck signs up in the city; however, the work approved at the city park had yet to be completed but was planned. The grounds of the Dollar General in

Staff Photo by Janet Rail

Milledgeville Mayor Dannie Kennedy swears in the town’s new aldermen. Tony McMurray (Hardin Co.) and Dorthy L. Bridges (Chester Co.) took office during last Monday’s scheduled meeting. Recently elected Alderman Rickie Hollin (McNairy Co.) was not at last Monday’s meeting. town were reportedly mowed as per their request.

The May 25 election was held without incident. According to the McNairy County Election Commission Ricky Hollin, (McNairy Co.) was reelected with 13 votes, write-in candidate Tony McMurry, (Hardin Co.) was elected with 7 votes and Dorothy Bridges, (Chester Co.) was reelected with 11 votes. Bridges and McMurry were sworn in by the mayor as Hollin was absent. “I appreciate you all and what you do and your interest and support. We don't tell each other that enough,” said Kennedy.

The city approved an amendment to the budget on a second

reading and also approved the second reading of the 2013-2014 budget on second reading unanimously.

The board unanimously voted to have Godwin and Associates complete their monthly statements and audits annually. “There is a new provision that allows one agency to complete our books and our audits,” said city recorder Margie Alexander.

The board discussed work not completed in a timely manner by their current CPA, which extended their audit three different times.

The board approved the May 13 minutes and a general fund balance of $22,870.58 and street fund balance of $25,601.42 in previous business.

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McNairy County Relay for Life set for June 21

By Emily Pitts

set up all around the park selling food and offering games, door prizes, raffles, and other activities.

“Right now, we have 17 teams registered,” said event co-chair Cheryl Prather, “and they are still coming in.” If you would like to start or join a team, you can go online at relayforlife.org to register up to two or three days before the event.

There will also be plenty of music, with local individual entertainment beginning right after the opening ceremonies. Nicole Stoppa, Maggie Whitaker, Payton Henley, Hannah Wagoner, B.J. and Beverly Martin, Faith Sampey, and other local favorites will perform.

Other activities, such as group line-dancing and games, and possibly a zumba session and a magic show, are scheduled to make sure there is never a dull moment.

At 9 p.m. there will be a moment of silence in memory of those who have passed away from cancer.

Staff Writer

Selmer’s 17th annual Relay for Life has been set for June 21 this year at the Selmer City Park according to Ray Prather, event co-chair. Last year, the event raised over $45,000 for cancer research. This year, the goal is at least $50,000.

In addition to regular events, Hee-Haw is sponsoring a lunch prior to the Relay to help raise money this year. Lunches will be delivered at noon June 21 and will include chicken salad on a croissant, chips, a drink, and dessert, all for $7.

The goal is to sell 100 plates. To order a lunch, call Relay for Life co-chair Ray Prather at (731) 610-5534 or Jean King at (731) 645-0940.

On June 21, Relay for Life’s official events will start at 6 p.m. beginning with a short program honoring cancer survivors and a survivor lap around the track.

For the rest of the night, teams will be

At this time, luminaries that line the track at the park will be lit. Luminaries, which are purchased in honor or in memory of those who have battled cancer, will be $5 and can be bought from any Relay team on the night of the event.

After the lighting of the luminaries, The MissionAires, a Southern gospel group, will perform, and around 10 p.m. the Joe Rickman Band will take the stage.

The event will last until 6 a.m. on June 22. “We will have t-shirts and other good prizes for those teams that stay all night,” said Prather.

For more information about joining a team or purchasing a luminary, visit relayforlife.org or call event cochairs Ray Prather at (731) 610-5534 or Cheryl Prather at (731) 610-2860.

You can also like the event’s Facebook page Relay for Life McNairy County, TN.

Staff Photo by Emily Pitts

Luminaries light up the Selmer City Park at last year’s Relay for Life.

GED graduates receive diplomas in ceremony last Sunday

By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

The 2013 McNairy County General Equivalency Diploma class graduated in Selmer last Sunday with each graduate at the ceremony receiving their diploma from McNairy County Director of Schools Charlie Miskelly.

“The McNairy County Adult Education staff feel very honored to be a part of this celebration,” AE Supervisor Patsy Pearson said in her opening remarks.

“We’ve had a special year at Adult Education this year.

We’ve been privileged to help 63 individuals earn GEDs,” Pearson said.

Twelve additional students took the test Friday, but those results are not yet available.

“I am extremely proud of each of our graduates. We are here today to acknowledge their accomplishments and to rejoice with them,” Pearson said.

Pearson said that most of the graduates had to overcome adversity and make sacrifices in order to obtain their GEDs. “It’s a great step for you,” Pearson said.

Pearson encouraged the graduates to set additional goals.

“Make plans to continue your education. Remember, learning is a lifelong process and I sincerely hope that we, at the Adult Education Center, have instilled within you a desire to continue to learn,” Pearson told the graduates.

Three of the graduates, Kathy Shorter, Joseph Sappington and Anecia Price, spoke at the ceremony. Shorter dropped out of high school in 1980 after being informed she was a halfcredit short of having enough to graduate. Her only option to get her high school diploma at that time was through the mail. She decided that entering the work force was a better option than going back to school at that time. Shorter found a well-paying factory job. In 2000, she applied for a better job but was told she would not get the job because she did not have a high school diploma.

“That is when I decided that I needed to get my GED, but there were many obstacles that stood in my way of working toward this goal,” Shorter said.

Among these were raising three small children and having to work a lot of overtime at her job.

“I made a promise to my two oldest sons that if they graduated from high school, I would get my GED,” Shorter said.

One of her sons graduated from high school, and the other earned his GED. “I had to stay true to my word. After 33 years of being out of school, I was finally able to enroll in the McNairy County Adult Education program,” Shorter said.

Shorter passed the GED test in October 2012.

One reason that it took Shorter so long to go back to school and get her GED was her fear of writing essays. It was the individualized attention from AE instructor Rena’ Crabb that helped Shorter to overcome this fear.

Shorter was also weak in math.

“I learned more in Mrs. Crabb’s math class in two months than I did while I was in high school,” Shorter said.

For example, Crabb showed the class with her hand the difference between a right, acute and obtuse angle.

“The day I took my GED test, I used my hand to remember the angles. I don’t think I’ll ever forget them,” Shorter said.

“I remember anxiously waiting for my test scores and thinking that I probably did not pass the essay. It was an exciting day when I came to class, and Mrs. Crabb gave me a big hug and congratulated me on passing my GED. I was so happy that tears came to my eyes. I was very proud of myself and I made my children proud of their mother. I proved that it is never too late to earn your GED if you fail to finish high school,” Shorter said.

“God is good, hmm?” was how Sappington began his remarks, followed by an “Amen” by the audience.

“I would first like to thank God who makes all things possible for His love, for His strength, for His faithfulness to see me through to this moment,” Sappington said.

Sappington thanked his wife and his mother.

“I would like to thank Sheriff Guy Buck and Chief Deputy Allen Strickland for taking a chance on an old rocker to fulfill his dream of being a police officer,” Sappington added.

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Obtaining his GED opened up an opportunity for Sappington to obtain a job with the McNairy County Sheriff’s Department. Crabb also earned high marks from Sappington.

“I barely knew her when I came to the Adult Education Center, and she treated me like I was her own son,” Sappington said.

“She is the very definition of a teacher, a mentor and an educator,” Sappington added.

“There is no doubt that in this life I have been blessed,” Sappington said, referring to his wife and children.

Sappington has been a singer, a songwriter, an actor and a producer.

“I have been called everything from a rock star to a renaissance man,” Sappington said.

Sappington has been nominated for four Grammy Awards, won an American Music Award for the movie soundtrack of the year and an MTV Moonman award for the Spiderman soundtrack in 2003-2004. Sappington toured the world several times, including USO tours of Japan and Korea.

“All this means nothing to me without an diploma. A diploma says not only are you smart enough to finish high school, but you are also committed enough to finish what you started even if you are 40 years old, and it’s 21 years after you should have graduated,” Sappington said.

“They literally make our world a better place,” Sappington said about the AE instructors.

“I’m just so thankful that I can be a part of the world they have created one student at a time, one day at a time and one life at a time,” Sappington said.

Price said that everyone there had missed out on the achievement of graduating from high school.

“This is the year that we decided to reach for it again, to prove that we had what it took to carry on with our lives and to strive for bigger and better things,” Price said.

“It had been a long time coming for me, yet we each

Staff Photo by Jeff Whitten

This year’s GED graduates, ready for the next step in life, prepare to receive their diplomas last Sunday in Selmer.

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Leah Nicole Gunn* Jasse Dale Hanson* Micaiah James Hartle* James L. Hodge, Jr. Ashley Nicole Isenberg Jimmy Edward Johnson, Jr. Kenneth Wayne Johnson, Jr. Mayriah Elizabeth Johnson* Kimberly Lynn Jones Nicole Marie Kennedy Kenneth W. Killingsworth Derreck Wayne King* Brandon Lewis Little* Blyine Edward Magill* David Randall McDonald, Jr.* Able D. Mellorn** Amos Charles Mitchell* Kristin Brooke Moffett* Courtney Lonette Monds Lenora Jane Moore* Newauna Christine Moore** James Neal Nold, Jr. Faith Nicole Pennington

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had proven that we had it in us all along to go on to greater achievement,” Price said.

“We are no longer just another statistic. We accomplished our goals and showed the world that we would no longer be hindered by past mistakes,” Price said.

Price said she had received a hand-signed letter by St. Sen. Dolores Gresham congratulating her on passing her GED test.

“I knew then that I was doing something,” Price said.

“We encourage others to follow in our footsteps today, because I know why the people at the McNairy County Adult Education Center are so passionate about their work because they’re giving people once again the ability to control their future. They’re putting that spark back in people’s lives and showing them how to carry on with their journey,” Price said.

“I always knew that I wanted to get my diploma. I always loved learning and I knew that you were never through with your education because education is a lifelong adventure,” Price said.

“With a good education, nothing is impossible,” Price said.

Price said she was a stay-at-home mom but is now a freshman at the University of Tennessee at Martin. She is working toward her bachelor’s degree in business administration and management.

“The day I got my acceptance letter is a day I will never forget,” Price said.

“I was self-conscious about my academic skill, especially when it came to math. It had been a thorn in my side for years, but Mrs. Crabb showed me that my lack of confidence was all that was standing in my way,” Price said.

Price made the honor roll at UTM in her first semester.

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Mcnairy voices Who will win the National Basketball Association championship, the Miami Heat or the San Antonio Spurs? Why?

Bill King (Lawton):

Kathy Shorter (Bethel Springs):

John David Hurst (Selmer):

Aspen Baxter (Selmer):

James Turpel (Selmer):

Teresa Mullen (Selmer):

“The Heat.

I think they’re the best team.

They’ve got more talent.

(LeBron) James, they can’t stop him. They’ll win.”

“Miami Heat, because they’ve been doing a fantastic job this year.”

“Miami Heat (and) LeBron James. I’m going to say they’ll take it in five (games).”

“The San Antonio Spurs because the Heat don’t have it in them.”

“San Antonio Spurs. I dislike the Heat. I don’t ride bandwagons.”

“Miami Heat.

The Miami Heat are the best team in the NBA because they have some of the best free throw shooters and LeBron James.”

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History of the American Flag

The United States Flag is the third oldest of the Standards of the world; older than the Union Jack of Britain or the tri-color of France.

The flag was first authorized by Congress June 14, 1777.

This date is now observed as Flag Day throughout America.

The flag was first flown from Ft. Stanwix on the site of the present city of Rome, New York, on August 3, 1777. It was first under fire for three days later in the Battle of Oriskany, August 6, 1777.

It was first decreed that there should be a star and stripe for each state, making thirteen of both; for the states at that time had just been erected from the thirteen colonies.

The colors of the flag may be thus explained: The red is for valor, zeal, and fervency: the white for hope, purity, cleanliness, of life, and rectitude of conduct; the blue, the color of heaven, for reverence to God, loyalty, sincerity, justice and truth.

The star (an ancient symbol of India, Persia, and Egypt) symbolizes domination and sovereignty except as the rights delegated by them to the federal government.

The symbolism of the flag was thus interpreted by Washington: “We take the stars from heaven, red from our mother country, separating it by white stripes, thus showing that we have separated from her, and the white stripes shall go down to posterity representing Liberty.

In 1791, Vermont, and in 1792, Kentucky were admitted to the Union, and the number of stars and stripes were raised to fifteen in correspondence. As other states came into the union, it became evident there would be too many stripes. So in 1818, Congress enacted that the number of stripes be reduced to and restricted henceforth to thirteen, representing the thirteen original states; while a star should be added for each succeeding state. That law is the law of today.

The name “Old Glory” was first given to our National Flag August 11, 1777, by Captain William Driver of the brig Charles Doggett.

The flag was first carried into battle at the Brandywine, September 11, 1777. It first flew over foreign territory January 28, 1778, at Nassau, Bahama Islands; Fort Nassau having been captured by the Americans in the course of the war for independence. The first foreign salute to the flag was rendered by French Admiral LaMotte Piquet, off Quilbern Bay, February 13, 1778.

The United States flag is unique in the deep and noble significance of its message to the entire world, a message

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of national independence, of individual liberty, of idealism, of patriotism.

Floating lofty from pinnacles of American idealism. It is a beacon of enduring hope, like the famous Bartholdi Statue of Liberty, enlightening the world to the oppressed of all lands.

It floats over a wondrous assemblage of people from every racial stock of the earth whose united hearts constitute an individual and inevitable force for the defense and succor of the downtrodden.

It symbolizes national independence and popular sovereignty. It is not the flag of the reigning family or royal house, but of more than 200 million free people welded into a nation, one and inseparable, united not only by community of interest, but by vital unity of sentiment and purpose; a Nation distinguished for the clear individual conception of its citizens alike of their duties and their privileges, their obligations and their rights.

It incarnated for all mankind the spirit of liberty and glorifies the ideal of human freedom: not the freedom of unrestricted or the liberty of license, but a unique ideal of equal opportunity for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, safeguarded by the stern and lofty principles of duty, of righteousness and of justice, and attainable by obedience to selfimposed laws.

It embodies the essence of American Idealism. Its spirit is a beacon of the American nation. Its history is the history of the American people. Emblazoned upon its folds in letters of living light are the names and fame of our heroic dead, the Fathers of the Republic who devoted upon its alters their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor. Twice told tales of national

honor and glory clustered thickly about it. Ever victorious, it has emerged triumphant from eight great national conflicts.

It flew at Saratoga, at Yorktown, at Palo Alto, at Gettysburg, at Manila Bay, at Chateau-Thierry, at Iwo Jima. It bears witness to the immense expansion of our national boundaries, the development of our natural resources, and the splendid structure of our civilization. It prophesies the triumph of popular government, of the civic and religious liberty and of national righteousness throughout the world.

The flag first rose over thirteen states along the Atlantic seaboard, with a population of some three thousand people.

Today it flies over fifty states extending across the continent, and over great islands of the two oceans; and more than 205 million owe it allegiance. It has been brought to this proud position by love and sacrifice. Citizens have advanced it, and heroes have died for it. It is the sign made visible of the strong spirit that has brought liberty and prosperity to the people of America. It is the flag of all of us alike. Let us accord it honor and loyalty.

The Selmer American Legion Post 162, Ladies Auxiliary and Boy Scout Troop 34 are having an American Flag Disposal Ceremony on Flag Day, June 14, 2013 at 7 p.m. at the Dixie Park directly behind Domino’s Pizza. The public is invited to witness the correct method to properly dispose of an unserviceable American Flag, and you may bring any old flag for disposal. In case of rain, ceremony will be held Saturday, June the 15th at 3p.m.

Alex Smith Commander, American Legion Post 162

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, 19EMS • 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 • Senior Airman 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 • Private Alex Johnson, US Army • SGT Ricky L. Jordan, USMC • Army Officer 1st Lt. James Lax • Sergeant Joseph Lilly

• Captain Troy E. Mathis • Captain 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 • A1C Kassidy N. Mosier, USAF • 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 • 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 • A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF 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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Melody Joy Clayton

Mary Jo Hurst

Jase Axton Harrell-Kiddy

Melody Joy Clayton, 52, of rural Jonesboro, died Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro.

Born in Corinth, Mississippi, Melody was a 1979 graduate of McNairy Central High School in Selmer, Tennessee. She was a homemaker and moved to Jonesboro in 1983.

Melody was a member of Central Baptist Church where she was a teacher in the youth department.

She taught pre-schoolers as well as the 9 year-old girls class for many years.

Melody was a long-time secretary-treasurer of the Jonesboro Right-To-Life Chapter and home schooled all of her children from kindergarten through the 12th grade.

Melody was preceded in death by a daughter, Bethany Clayton, and by her father, Jimmy McClain.

Survivors include her husband, Tracy Clayton of the home; 2 daughters, Brandy (John) Shields of Jonesboro and Corrie Clayton of the home; 3 sons, Jeramy (Ashley) Clayton of Jonesboro, Jay Lee (Jennifer) Clayton of Fredericksburg, Virginia, and Jesse Clayton of the home; her mother, Betty McClain of Gravel Hill, Tennessee; 2 sisters, Jan (Dennis) Parsons of Pickwick, Tennessee, and Sherry (Tommy) Crumby of Gravel Hill, Tennessee; 2 brothers, Jerry McClain and Mike (Susan) McClain, of Tennessee; 3 grandchildren, Joy Shields, Katie Shields and Bella Shields, and a fourth grandchild to arrive in November.

A homecoming celebration was held Thursday evening at 6:15 at Central Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Martin officiating. Visitation was Thursday afternoon from 4-6 p.m. in the church preceding the memorial service. A private family committal service was held Thursday in Nettleton Cemetery with Rev. Larry Bailey officiating with Emerson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers include Jeramy Clayton, Jay Lee Clayton, Jesse Clayton, Mike McClain, John Shields and Kris Riggs.

For lasting memorials, the family asks that consideration be given to Arkansas Right To Life, Attn.

Rose Mimms, Executive Director, P.O. Box 1697, Little Rock, AR 72203.

Online registry at www.emersonfuneralhome. com.

Mary Jo Hurst of Selmer departed this life on June 7, 2013 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 87 years, 11 months, 2 days. She was born July 5, 1925 in Bethel Springs, the daughter of the late William Clarence and Mary Adeline Harris Johnson.

She was united in marriage to Desmond F. Hurst on March 20, 1940. Mr. Hurst preceded her in death on April 13, 1999.

Mrs. Hurst loved to sew, knit, and travel. She was a wonderful cook who made the very best pies and cakes. She was retired from Brown Shoe Company in Selmer.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Hurst was preceded in death by a sister, Blondell Johnson, and a brother, Harris Johnson.

She is survived by nieces Sandy Young and Annette White; nephews, Eston Hurst, Albert Hurst, Johnny and Sue Williams, and Jerry and Gayle Williams; a brother-in-law, Parker Hurst; a special friend, Cindy Hickman. Also survived by a host of extended family and friends.

Funeral services were held on June 9, 2013 at 3 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Albert Hurst, Eston Hurst, and Paul Weaver officiating. Burial followed in the Oak Hill Cemetery at Selmer.

Serving as pallbearers were Ricky Young, Dennis White, Jon Hurst, Jordan Hurst, Tim Hurst, Corey White.

Jase Axton Harrell-Kiddy was born April 10, 2013 in Selmer, Tenn., the son of Colton Heath Kiddy and Lindsay Danielle Harrell.

Jase departed this life on May 25, 2013 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 6 weeks. He is survived by his parents, Lindsay Harrell and Colton Kiddy of Selmer, Tenn.; grandparents, Dink and Phyllis West of Selmer, Tenn., Terry and Linda Harrell of Bells, Tenn., Barry and Tonya Kiddy of Adamsville, Tenn., Tammy and Jim Ramsey of Newnan, GA; great grandparents, Dot and Phillip McClain of Selmer, Tenn., Nora Lee Harrell of Bells, Tenn., OJ Kiddy of Selmer, Tenn., Mel Anderson of Medon, Tenn., Kathy Roe of Jackson, Tenn.; aunts, Macayla Kiddy of Adamsville, Tenn. and Anna Hardin of Bells, Tenn.; uncles, Daniel Harrell, Dayton West, Brian Kiddy all of Selmer, Tenn., Braden Kiddy of Adamsville, Tenn.

He is preceded in death by great grandparents, Bess West, Janie Kiddy, William F. Harrell and Lyle Roe. A graveside service was held on May 28, 2013 at the Clear Creek Cemetery in Selmer, Tennessee with Chuck Castles officiating.

Floyd Michael Floyd Michael was born December 1, 1947 in Memphis, Tenn., the son of Alfred Russel and the late Virginia Floyd Michael.

He was united in marriage to Pat Brown on March 12, 1976.

Mr. Michael retired from Kimberly Clark in Corinth, MS then started his second career as a truck driver. He enjoyed being outside and working in his garage. He loved spending time with his wife, daughter, grandkids and great grandson. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bethel Springs, Tennessee and really enjoyed going to church..

Mr. Michael departed this life on June 4, 2013 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 65 years, 6 months, 3 days. He is survived by his wife Pat (Brown) Michael of Selmer, Tenn.; father, Alfred Russel Michael and stepmother, Eleanor of Guys, Tenn.; a daughter, Kim Grissom and husband Chris of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a son, Bobby Joe Michael of Arkansas; three grand daughters, Jessica Kiestler and husband Scotty of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Holly Rickman and husband Matt of Selmer, Tenn., Samantha Poindexter of Ramer, Tenn.; a great-grandson, Gage Kiestler of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; three brothers, Freddie Michael of Selmer, Tenn., Ron Michael of Selmer, Tenn., Jay Starks of Memphis, Tenn.; two sisters, Denise Littlejohn of Selmer, Tenn., Doris Rines of MS; special friend, Bro. Ben Martin, who lead him to Christ; special friends he had met over the years driving a truck; mother-in-law, Joann Peppers; sister-in-law, Loretta Doyle and her family; brothersin-law, Ricky Brown and his family, Johnny Brown and his family.

In addition to his mother, Mr. Michael was preceded in death by a son, Shane Christopher Michael; a sister, Sue Worley.

Services were held on June 7, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Ben Martin officiating. Burial followed in the Sulphur Springs Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.

Serving as pallbearers were Eric Benson, Chad Russel, Josh Moore, Heath Starks, Robbie Michael, Bill Ryan Jr..

Serving as pallbearers were Chuck Michael, Wayne Englehart, Matt Rickman, Jason Orman, Chris Grissom, Scotty Kiestler.

James (Jim) Whitaker James Oscar (Jim) Whitaker was born January 2, 1936 in Selmer, Tenn., the son of the late Oscar and Mary Wolfe Whitaker.

Mr. Whitaker was a retired sawsmith from Southwestern Limited Sawshop in Selmer, Tenn. He was associated with the Union Grove United Methodist Church.

He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. He was a member of the VFW, and the Selmer Moose Lodge.

Mr. Whitaker departed this life on June 5, 2013 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 77 years, 5 months, 3 days. He is survived by a son, Gary Whitaker of Lebanon, Tenn.; a sister, Pat Blanton and husband Ronnie of Selmer, Tenn.; 2 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; uncle, Billy Whitaker of Selmer, Tenn.; sister-in-law, Katie Whitaker of Selmer, Tenn.; two nephews, Steven Whitaker of Selmer, Tenn. and Tommy Jones of Orlando, FL; host of cousins and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Whitaker was preceded in death by brother, Larry Whitaker; half brother, Carthel Hockaday.

A graveside service was held on June 11, 2013, 11 a.m. at the Union Grove Cemetery with Steve Webb officiating.

Leo (Nookie) Moore Leo (Nookie) Moore departed this life on June 5, 2013 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee at the age of 79 years, 10 months, 24 days. He was born July 12, 1933 in McNairy County, Tenn., the son of the late Arshel and Mary Williams Moore Jernigan. He was a Baptist.

Mr. Moore is survived by two sisters, Sue Gean of Savannah, Tenn., Essie Smith of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a brother, Robert Wayne Moore of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a niece, Debra Cox who was his caretaker, along with a host of other nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Moore was preceded in death by a sister, Peggy Burch; a brother, Cleo Moore.

Services were held on June 7, 2013 at 1 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Jerry McCorkle officiating. Burial followed in the Hatchie Cemetery at Hornsby, Tennessee.

Serving as pallbearers were Gerald Hadley Jr., Jesse Hadley, Jesse Shorty, James Bryant, Joe Mathis, Jeremy Butler.

Juanita Pauline Lynch Naylor Juanita Pauline Lynch Naylor, age 91, of Finger, passed away June 4, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born and reared in the Montezuma Community of Chester County, the daughter of the late Arthur Benjamin and Nora Blair Lynch. She married Carl Naylor and spent most of her life in the Old Friendship Community where she reared ten children. She was a Charter Member of the Old Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. She also spent a number of years working at Brown Shoe Company, Western State Hospital and Chester County Nursing Home. Mr. Naylor died January 2, 1963.

She is survived by three sons, Frank McRay Naylor (Imogene) of Finger, Gary Wayne Naylor (Sherry) of Wildwood, MO and Ronald Anthony Naylor (Debbie) of Finger; six daughters, Doris Weaver of Henderson, Willodean Whitaker of Selmer, Joyce Beecham (Roy) of Henderson, Glenda Wilson of Henderson, Kay Middleton (Jimmy) of Finger and Devenda Frank (Mike) of Henderson; twenty four grandchildren, thirty five great grandchildren and fifteen great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Carl McRay Naylor, a daughter, Annie Sue Roberts, three son-in-laws, Jessie Weaver, Billy Joe Whitaker and Donald Wilson; two brothers, Ernest Lynch and Robert Lynch and two sisters, Irene Keistler and Stella Hayre.

Funeral services were 1 p.m. Friday, June 7, 2013 at Old Friendship Baptist Church with Glenn Harris and Iran Smith officiating and burial followed in Old Friendship Cemetery.

The family received friends at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel 5 p.m. until 9 p.m.

Thursday and beginning at 11 a.m. Friday at the Old Friendship Baptist Church.

Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel Henderson, TN. 731-989-2421.

This is your Invitation to Attend

Fourth Street Church of Christ Every Visitor is an Honored Guest SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Sunday 19:30 a.m. Bible Classes for All Ages 10:30 a.m. Worship Services 142 N. 4th St. 16:00 p.m. Evening Services Selmer, TN Wednesday (off Court Square) 17:00 p.m. Bible Study

church events June 10 • Homecoming at Lebanon UMC The Lebanon UMC, 250 Chambers Store Road, Michie invites you to join them for their annual homecoming June 23, 2013 for worship at 10 a.m. followed by lunch at 12 noon.

Rudy Moore and the Bluegrass Pals with be singing in the afternoon.

For more information call Hilda at 632-4738.

June 10-14 • Revival at Center Hill Baptist Church Center Hill Baptist Church of Counce invite you to our Revival June 10-14 at 7 p.m. What a wonderful way to start our summer worshipping the Lord. Brother James Young of Ramer is our guest speaker.

June 16-17 • Petra Family Petra Family Worship Center, church dedication

and old Fashion Tent camp meeting.

The sisters, Carolyn Norris and Linda Webb of Benton, Ark. will be guest speakers at the dedication of Petra Family Worship Center, and Petra Harvest Center. Dedication will be June 16th at 11:00 a.m. at the church located at 54 Pentecostal Ave. Milledgeville, TN. Old fashion camp meetings starts June 17th thru June 21st 10 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Daily. On grounds of

Petra Harvest Center located on Hwy 22, two miles south of Milledgeville, Tenn. Different speaker nightly.

The church family welcomes everyone to come join us. Pastors Paul & Bonnie Young.

For more information call Bonnie Young 731-4231518 or Hazel Haynes 731439-5771.

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Samuel Paul Robinson, Sr.

Martha Louada Morgan

Samuel Paul Robinson, Sr. was born Friday, October 5, 1934 to Leroy and Clara Mae (Meek) Robinson in Purdy, Tenn. He departed this life on Sunday, June 2, 2013 at his daughter, Glorious (Henry) Damron’s home in Adamsville, Tenn. He attended school in Purdy.

Preceding him in death were: his parents, LeRoy and Clara Robinson; brothers Robert, Glenn, Roosevelt ‘Corkie’, and Alton ‘Honey Boy Robinson; sisters, Dorothy Hurst, Nilah McClinton, and Nellie Goodlow.

He leaves to mourn his passing: his wife of 59 years, Dorothy (McTizic) Robinson; his children, Glorious (Henry) Damron, Carolyn (Patrick) Kendall, Minister Ezella Robinson, Minister Paul (Anna) Robinson, Bobby (Rosland) Robinson, Kay (Jimmy) Young, Brenda Robinson, Elder Sam (Angie), Robinson and godson O.B. Stackens; two sister’s, Leler Kirksey and Betty (James) McTizic; two brothers, Bennie and Anthony Robinson; two long time friends, Tom Evans and Virgil Nixon; close friends, Kenneth, Linda, Carrie, and (best buddy) Candace Meek; grandchildren, Tanika Walker, Kenyatta Young, Stevin Wheeler, Sheena Hamlin, Tarik ‘TJ’ Robinson, Jerwon Robinson, Jessica Robinson, Ken Bingham, Trane Robinson, Jame’ Young, Paul Isaac ‘Buddy’ Robinson, MiAsha Robinson, Shanan Young, Bobby Robinson, Jr., Crystal Robinson, Hannah Robinson, Jalen Kendall, Onri’ Damron, Alexzia Robinson; great grandchildren, Zhyshonne Walker, Malachi Young, MaKaylee Young, Elexis Vaughn, Eryn Vaughn, Kenli Bingham, Majesty Steele, Erianna Vaughn, Makenzie Robinson and Jamar Duncan, Jr.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Martha Louada Morgan was born December 7, 1937 in Selmer, Tenn., the daughter of the late Thomas Harvey Davis and Clara Louise Hatch Davis May. She departed this life on June 6, 2013 in Selmer at the age of 75 years, 5 months, 30 days.

She was the owner of Martha’s Bird In Hand Aviary where she hand raised exotic and all kinds of birds. She had also worked at Brown Shoe Company.

She loved growing orchids and watching hummingbirds feeding. Her most important thing in life was to do everything she could for her children, no matter what the sacrifice was.

She was preceded in death by a son, Ronnie D. Cupples of Finger, Tenn.; she is survived by 4 sons, Ricky L. Cupples and wife Pati of Altamonte, FL, Ralph L. Cupples and wife Jamie of Selmer, Robert D. Sparrowk of Selmer, Randy L. Hall of Selmer; preceded in death by 2 sisters, Shirley Porch and Linda Davis of Selmer; survived by a brother Thomas Davis and wife Karen of Selmer; 12 grandchildren, Robert Lee Sparrowk, Brandon Sparrowk, Shanna Sparrowk, Faith Sparrowk, Amanda Garbon, Daniel Cupples, Ricky Cupples Jr., Tammy Cupples, Tina Cupples; Kimberly Cupples, Stephen Cupples, Matthew Cupples; 6 great grandchildren. Also survived by other relatives Shelly Palimino and husband Juan “Chico” Palimino, Ricky Blankenship, Ashley Blankenship, Melinda Blankenship, and a host of other extended family and friends.

Graveside services were held on June 10, 2013 at the Pleasant Springs Cemetery near Pinson, Tennessee. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer, Tenn. were in charge of arrangements.

George McIngvale George McIngvale was born December 30, 1948 in Memphis, Tenn., the son of the late John Wesley and Ann Elizabeth Brantley McIngvale.

He was united in marriage to Glenda Fay Dillon on July 7, 1990.

Mr. McIngvale worked in the mechanical field of fabrication, fitting, welding and installation. He worked at Chicago Bridge and Iron in Memphis, Tenn., Davco Corporation and Lawson Welding. He enjoyed wood working, drawing and playing the guitar. He had lived in Lake Cormorant, MS. Mr. McIngvale departed this life on June 4, 2013 in Ramer, Tennessee at the age of 64 years, 5 months, 5 days. He is survived by his wife Glenda Fay (Dillon) McIngvale of Ramer, Tenn.; a sister, Shirley Louise Coopwood; two brothers, John Wesley McIngvale, Ronald Lee McIngvale; great nephew, Loy Baker; nephew, Ricky baker and wife, Sue; friends, Nelson Ramsey, Terry Gardner, Jerry Coulston, Ron Kitterman, J.J. Lambert, Adam Lambert, Steven Taylor and Charlie.

In addition to his parents, Mr. McIngvale was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Anne Baker.

A special thank you from Glenda to: Bro. Johnny Burns, Magnolia Hospice Care and Shackelford Funeral directors for the care of my sweet George.

A graveside service was held on June 7, 2013 at 3 p.m. at the Dillon Family Cemetery in Selmer, Tennessee with Bro. Johnny Burns officiating.

Lorine Sheffield Cheshier

Myrtle Lorine Sheffield Cheshier, age 86, died Friday evening June 7, 2013 at Jackson General Hospital.

Mrs. Cheshier was born in McNairy County, the daughter of the late Boss and Nola Malisa Davidson Sheffield. She went to school at McNairy Station and started to work at Brown Show Company at the age of 18 and worked there 40 years. She married Willie Hayse Cheshier in 1949 and they made their home at Bethel Springs all their married life, where Mr. Cheshier farmed. Mr. Cheshier preceded in death in 2001. Mrs. Cheshier had made her home in Jackson since 2002. She enjoyed quilting, canning, and gardening. She was a member of the New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Bethel Springs.

She is survived by two sons; Oneal Sheffield and wife Vicki and Billy Wayne Cheshier and wife Kay all of Memphis, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters; Doris Whitten of Henderson and Mary Lee Wooley of Jackson and a brother James Sheffield of Finger.

She was preceded in death by three sisters; Mandy Meeks, Willie Criss, and Duell Criss, and six brothers; Elmo, H. C., E. B., Avon, Millard, and Amo Sheffield.

Funeral services were 2 p.m. Monday at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Rev. Earl Phelps officiating and burial followed at Chester County Memory Gardens.

The family received friends at Casey Chapel beginning 11 a.m. Monday.

Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel, Henderson, Tennessee.731-989-2421.

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Lambert Family Thanks to everyone for the thoughts, prayers, kind words, food and flowers, during the passing of our loved one, Hollis Junior Lambert.

May you all be blessed for your support during this tragic time.

A special thanks to Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer, Tenn. for a very good job.

Also a special thanks to Bro. Randy Smith, for the service he performed so well. Again, we thank all of you.

The Lambert Family

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In Memory of Molly and Mamo Molly, It is 11 years now since you left our family. So many things have happened since you left us. As you know right now Mamo has come to heaven to be with you. It still has not sunk in yet that she is gone. I knew even as a young child this day would come, but like any child who loves their parents when you start thinking about losing your parents you quickly replace that thought with something else, because you cannot bear losing them. Mamo has been my rock all my life. When Daddy passed away when I was only 5 she was the one who got me through that. She didn’t take time to hurt like she had a right to, but instead she focused on me and Terrie. She made sure we were taken care of and never even dated anyone. I know she had to be lonely at times, but with FeFe and Uncle Tom helping her she raised me and Aunt Terrie. We may not have had the best of things , but we had love and security. I knew no matter what they would all be there for us. I have realized now since losing her and you that when your child dies young you lose what could have been, the future, your hopes and dreams for the next generation and a piece of your heart dies. When you lose a parent you lose the past, the constant in your life, your sense of security and also a piece of your heart. I admit I depended too much on her and I didn’t want to see that maybe she wasn’t well. In my mind she was always there and I thought she would honestly live forever. I know that sounds silly but she has always been there. I know Molly Mamo is so happy.

She is getting to see Daddy who has been gone now 41 years, she is seeing Mamo Jeroline, Granddaddy Ulyssess, T-Tom and you. She told me that she hadn’t endured any pain like the pain she felt when we lost you. Mamo’s heart is healed and back complete. She is now talking with Jesus who has told her well done my faithful servant. I take comfort in knowing she is there with you. Molly, I pray for everyone I love to have that sense of peace you can only get from knowing Jesus is in your heart and this is not your home here on Earth. I am just a visitor here and I will someday be with all of you, but until then please ask Jesus to continue to guide me as sometimes I get messed up. Please Molly know I still love you more and more each day. Please let Mamo know she did a good job by setting the example of Christian before us and I will try to be an example too. Until I see you again I love you.

Love, Moma and Jessie Murray’s daughter

SUNRISE

By David Coy

Baggage Sometimes, perhaps it comes with unresolved issues that have been carried with one over many years, a situation arises that forces the person to face that which he or she has buried for so long. The baggage may indeed be unresolved issues in the form of wounds that have not healed. We may not have allowed them to heal because it is too painful. It is further possible that those wounds have prevented relationships over those many years from maturing. Thus we have maintained a superficial existence where relationships are concerned.

I can try to understand what this may be like but I fail in my attempt. It must take a tremendous amount of control to suppress the pain one would be carrying around every day. I do imagine it is not a happy life in many respects. If I try to place myself in their position to further attempt to understand I ask certain questions. Am I guarding ‘my space’ not letting anyone too close in order to protect my wounds? None of us enjoy being hurt, yet when we suffer loss in a relationship; do we prevent the healing because of the pain and thereby also prevent anyone else from getting too close?

In this situation we never again let anyone inside us; we never invest our heart in anyone else because we do not wish to risk being hurt like in the previous relationship. I ask another question, Do I become so suspicious of other people, distrusting because I never take the chance of letting my guard down to allow someone into my inner circle of emotion, of me. Therefore no one knows the real me? Or is it this has become the new me? Have I created a suspicious, distrusting, aloof and superficial me in my relationships? Physically doctors may identify this as scars over the wounds that underneath have not healed. We will need to feel deeply again in order to heal. Let others in. sunrise@sfdcares.com

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Cagle Family The family of Don Cagle wishes to thank all who participated in the benefit on June 8 - both workers and guests. It reminded me of this verse: “ A New Commandment I give to you, That you love one another, even as I loved you, that you love one another.” John 13:34 Thank you all for cards, calls, visits, and prayers and helping us in this season of our lives.

Marie Cagle Gary Cagle Keith Cagle Jerry Cagle Tina Culley

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May 25, 2013 Katie Brown Bo Lankford June 8, 2013 Crystal Jones Jeremy Isbell June 15, 2013 Shelby Moore Andy Coln Katie McClain Jeremy Rhoads Cady Stallings Faris Bakeer July 13, 2013 Chelsea Sanders Eric Brown August 3, 2013 Maegan Stokes Chase Garrison Jessica Connor Grant Smallwood

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June 21-23 • Children’s Revival Children’s Revival will be held at Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church located in the Purdy Community on Friday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday, June 23 at 10 a.m. Speaker will be Bro. Bryan Saddler.

Saturday afternoon following the service, there will be food, snowcones, games, prizes, dunking booth, and party jumpers.

Fun for everyone. Pastor Jonathan Tubbs.

June 26 - 28 • Faith For Families Believers’ Church is hosting our 10th annual Faith For Families conference with author and speaker Joe McGee Wednesday, June 26th through Friday, June 28th, 7 p.m. nightly. Joe’s insights into home life will open up scriptural secrets and commonsense applications that will powerfully change your family’s life

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and your life. The church is located at 1431 Peach Street, Selmer, TN. For more information call Pastor Bill Linam 645-8741.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity for some valuable home improvement!

June 27 • VBS: Solitude FWB Church Please join us at Solitude FWB Church (414 Meeks Rd. Adamsville) for our National Park themed VBS. It will begin Thursday June 27, at 6:00 p.m. and will run through Saturday afternoon. Thursday and Friday nights schedule will be from 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Saturday’s activities will be from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Preschoolers may be picked up after lunch). The closing program will be Sunday June 30 at 5 p.m.

Classes, crafts, games and fun will be available for children age 4 through 6th grade.

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wedding announcement

Shelby Moore & Andy Coln

Moore - Coln Dan and Lisa Moore along with Jeff and Tena Coln are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children, Shelby Moore and Andy Coln.

Shelby is the granddaughter of Patricia and the late William Moore, of Dowagiac, Michigan and Cathy and Dennis Stockberger of Berrien Springs, Michigan. Shelby is a 2009 graduate of McNairy Central High School. She is currently enrolled at University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee where she will graduate May 2014 with a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Andy is the grandson of the late Tom and Pauline Coln of Eastview, Tennessee, and Buddy and Violet Hill of Ramer, Tennessee. Andy is a 2004 graduate of McNairy Central High School. He is currently employed as a locomotive engineer with the Canadian National and Illinois Central railroad in Memphis, Tenn.

Andy and Shelby will be exchanging vows on June 15, 2013. Then the couple will reside in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Kaitlyn Nicole Smith & Bradley Hatch

Smith - Hatch Mr. and Mrs. Randy Smith are pleased to announce to the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Kaitlyn Nicole to Bradley Hatch, son of Bill and Becky Hatch of Bells, Tenn.

Kaitlyn, a 2010 graduate of Jackson State Community College, is a Registered Nurse at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tenn. She is currently enrolled in BSN coursework at the University of Memphis. Brad is a 2007 graduate of Jackson State Community College.

He is employed at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital as the Director of Nursing for the West Tennessee Rehabilitation Center. He, too, is enrolled in BSN coursework at the University of Memphis.

They will exchange vows on June 29, 2013 at two o’clock in the afternoon. The ceremony will be held at Forty Forks Baptist Church in Bethel Springs, Tenn. with a reception to follow. All family and friends are welcome to attend. Only out of town invitations will be sent. The couple will reside in Jackson, Tenn.

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Cadence Marie Stallings & Faris Adam Bakeer

Stallings-Bakeer Mr. and Mrs. Ron Stallings of Bolivar, Tenn., announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Cady Stallings to Faris Bakeer of Selmer, Tenn. The wedding ceremony will be held June 15, 2013, at The Columns in Bolivar, Tenn.

Faris is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Said Bakeer of Selmer, Tenn. He is a 2011 graduate of Union University with a B.S. in Biology. Faris recently completed his first year of medical school at Quillen Medical School in Johnson City, Tenn. Cady is a 2013 graduate of Union University with a B.S. in Nursing.

After their marriage, the couple plans to make their home in Johnson City, Tenn., where Faris will be completing his medical degree.

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Jessica Connor & Grant Smallwood

Connor - Smallwood Jessica Connor and Grant Smallwood are happy to announce their engagement and forth coming marriage.

Jessica is the daughter of David and Barbara Maddox of Tupelo, MS. She is the granddaughter of Grover and Deloris Jackson of Aberdeen, MS and Joe and Emily Maddox of Tupelo, MS. Grant is the son of Rex and Donna Atkinson of Selmer, Tenn. and Don and Linda Smallwood of Lancaster, KY. He is the grandson of Joe Hurt and the late Helen Hurt of Selmer, Tenn. and the late Frances and Reed Smallwood of Selmer, Tenn..

The couple will exchange vows in Tupelo, MS on August 3, 2013.

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Lindsey Forsythe & Anthony Miller

Forsythe-Miller The families of Lindsey Forsythe and Anthony Miller of Bethel Springs would like to invite you to their forthcoming wedding.

Lindsey is the daughter of Ronnie Forsythe of Bethel Springs and Roger & Kim South of Stantonville. She is the grandaughter of Robert and Doris Ashe of Stantonville and Gayle and the late Ed Forsythe of Lakeland, Tenn..

Anthony is the son of Richard Miller of Selmer and Janie Miller of Eastview. He is the grandson of the late James L. Miller, and the late Sarah Anne Miller of Adamsville and the late Alvin Richard Weatherly and the late Marie Weatherly of Selmer.

The wedding will take place on Saturday June 22 at 2:00 p.m. at Union Grove Methodist Church in Selmer. No invitations have been sent out, so all family and friends are invited to attend.

Mr. & Mrs. Garrett Bradley

Gage-Bradley wed Congratulations to Garrett and Whitney Bradley on the exchange of their wedding vows June 1, 2013 at Pickwick Landing State Park.

Parents Allen and Lisa Bradley. Grandparents Buddy and Pat Stowe.

A special thank you to Rev. Jeff Young of Bethel Springs UPC who officiated the ceremony.

Courtney Wilson & Casey Smith

Wilson-Smith Casey Smith and Courtney Wilson would like to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage. Casey is the son of Steve and Connie Smith of Finger, Tenn. Courtney is the daughter of Jamie and Anita Wilson of Bethel Springs, Tenn.

Casey is a 2010 graduate of McNairy Central High School. He graduated from Tennessee Technology Center of Crump with an Industrial Maintenance Degree in 2012. He is a current employee of Gerdau in Jackson, Tenn. He is the grandson of Norma Jean and Harold Wayne Smith of Finger, Tenn. and Evelyn and the late John Hysmith of Finger, Tenn.

Courtney is a 2010 graduate of McNairy Central High School. She graduated from Jackson State Community College with an Associate Degree of Science in Nursing on May 10, 2013. She will take her Nursing State Board this June. She is the granddaughter of Arlene and the late Ronald Pete Hill of Henderson, Tenn. and Gwen and Bill Henry of Bethel Springs, Tenn. and the late Wayne Wilson of Bethel Springs, Tenn.

The couple will exchange vows on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 4 p.m. at Forty Forks Baptist Church in Bethel Springs, Tenn. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. All family and friends are invited to attend.

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Ruth Moore

Happy 101st Birthday Saturday was a special day for Ruth Moore. She was given a birthday celebration by her family to celebrate her 101st birthday. Ruth was born June 9, 1912 in Selmer and has seen many changes in her lifetime. We wish you more celebrations in the future and we love you very much.

Ouidamai Lott

Happy 90th Birthday All friends and family are invited to celebrate Ouidamai Lott’s 90th birthday! Join us at the Leapwood Community Center on Saturday, June 29 between 2:00 - 4:00 for birthday cake. Bring a card, but no gifts please.

community events • McConnico Library Don’t miss these new additions Life of Pi, Happy, Happy, Happy, My Life and the Legacy as the Duck Commander and many more new additions.

Also ask about summer reading. Everyone is invited to the Library.

For more information call Library Director Norma Humphries at 645-5571.

• Summer Reading Both county libraries will be hosting summer reading programs on Fridays during the month of June. Programs at the Jack McConnico Memorial Library in Selmer are open to children ages 12 and under and begin at 10:30 a.m. each Friday.

The programs at the Irving Meek Jr. Public Library in Adamsville are open to children of all ages and begin at 10 a.m. each Friday. Bring your children to enjoy weekly entertainment, book readings, crafts, door prizes, free food, and more!

June 14 & 29 • Horse Show The McNairy County Equine Association Horse Show will be June 14 at 7 p.m. and June 29 at 6 p.m. Negative Coggins required. No shows in July. Call 731-6102088.

June 15 • Fish Fry to benefit Gary White There will be a fish fry at the Bethel Springs Community Center on Saturday, June 15 at 11 a.m. Live entertainment.

Everyone welcome. Proceeds for Gary White, cancer patient.

• Milledgeville Fire Department BBQ On Saturday, June 15 beginning at 10 a.m. the Milledgeville Fire Department will have their annual barbecue fundraiser.

Barbecue plates, sandwiches, whole and half chickens until they run out. Come enjoy some great barbecue.

• Henry Reunion The Henry Family Reunion will be held June 15, 2013 at 11:30 until at the McNairy Fire Station.

Everyone is welcome.

• LFD Fish Fry Leapwood Fire Department will have their Fish Fry on Saturday, June 15 at 5 p.m. at Leapwood Community Center. Adults $12 and children $6. All you can eat fish, chicken, fries, slaw,

white beans, and dessert.

Cake walk to follow.

Please come and support the Leapwood Fire Department.

• Riding for Jaylyn Steward This years Selmer Moose Riders recipient is 2 year old Jaylyn Steward. Our first fundraising event will be on June 15. Car wash at Jim’s in Selmer starting at 9 a.m. until 12 noon. $5 per vehicle and any donations accepted.

For more information on “Riding for Jaylyn” contact Crystal at 731610-1476.

June 17 • Friends seek officers McNairy County Animal Shelter Friends are seeking officers with leadership qualities and a high interest in animal welfare. If you would like to work as an officer or join the group as a member please attend the next Friends meeting June 17 at 6 p.m. at the Selmer Civic Center.

June 20 • Republican Women The McNairy County Republican Women will meet at the Rockabilly Cafe on Thursday, June 20th at 6 p.m. State Representative Barrett Rich will be the speaker. Everyone is invited to come.

June 21-25 • South Pacific From June 21-25, Arts in McNairy Performing Arts will present the award-winning musical South Pacific at the Latta Visitors’ and Cultural Center in Selmer. All performances are at 7:30 p.m., except for the Sunday matinee, which is at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children and students.

June 21 • Relay for Life Selmer’s 17th annual Relay for Life has been set for June 21 this year at the Selmer City Park.

It will begin at 6 p.m. and last until 6 a.m. Saturday morning.

If you would like to start or join a team, you can go online at relayforlife. org to register up to two or three days prior to the event. Luminaries, which are purchased in honor or in memory of someone who has battled cancer, will be $5 and can be bought from any Relay team on the night of the event. For more information about joining a team or purchasing a luminary, visit relayforlife. org or call event co-chair Cheryl Prather at (731)

NOTICE

Food Giveaway for the needy in McNairy County Food giveaway for the needy in McNairy County will be Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. until all food is given away.

Location is at 445 Farber St., Adamsville, corner of Farber Drive and Walnut St. across from Tri-County Nursing Home and Adamsville Community Center.

To Qualify For Food: 1. Monthly income below $2,700 for a family of four. (bring pay stub or Food Stamp Card)

2. Need picture ID or Social Security Card.

3. Bring utility bill stub (showing you live in McNairy County) 4. Only one box of food, per household or address.

First come, first serve until all food is given away.

We plan to have this program available every month, watch paper for date.

Sponsored by: Mid South Food Bank and McNairy County Loaves and Fishes.

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Last Saturday, a surprise 85th birthday party was hosted for Louise Fulwood at the Ramer Civic Center—but it was no regular surprise party. The story starts years ago with Fulwood’s mother, who worked at Baptist Hospital. One of her patients turned 85 in the hospital and received 85 roses for the occasion. Fulwood’s mother mentioned offhand that she would like someone to do that for her on her 85th birthday. Years later, the family remembered what she said and she received her 85 roses in 1997. Carrying on the family tradition was important to Fulwood’s sister Judy Armstrong, who arranged for her sister to receive 85 roses at her birthday party. “She was really surprised,” said Armstrong of Fulwood. “She had no idea.” Many of Fulwood’s friends and family were in attendance at the party. When asked what it was like to achieve such a milestone, Fulwood said it kind of sneaks up on you.

“It’s like being in a boat on a huge body of water; you drift along not paying much attention until one day you look up and you have drifted all the way to the other side.”

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Reunion

By Dorothy Goodrum, Contributor

Well it is summer time and time for family reunions, vacations and some lazy days in the sun. Now I am not a summer person, I much prefer 70 degree weather over 90, but I know most people look forward to the summer season. So whatever your plans or for this year, be it a vacation you have looked forward to or a weekend on the beach, I hope you have a great time.

One of the things I do look forward to is family reunions. Those times you get to see your family who live out of town and come in for this fun event.

My Mother’s family gets together every couple of years to catch up with our out of town cousin. This past weekend was the time for the bi-annual reunion and I got to make sure the kids were busy and having fun.

Recently I had a reunion at work; one of the patients who came to stay in our transition unit is someone I went to nursing school with. When I graduated high school I enrolled in LPN classes at Crump area Voc Tech School.

Most of the students in the class were either like me younger and right out of school, or a little older like Genell Freeman. Our teacher, at the time, gave us partners and being the wise person that she was she paired us to help us get thru our clinical. She gave 610-2860. See next week’s edition of the Independent Appeal for more information.

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all of us younger folks like me to some of the older girls like Genelle. Now my partner was Mrs. Margaret Reeves and she made sure every day that I made it thru clinical. Genell was paired with Brenda Watkins and they were a pair to be proud of. Genell and Brenda were some of the best partners and nurses in our class, and still are.

Genell Freeman has lived in the Selmer area most of her life and is the proud mother of Pat Presley.

Genell has worked in nursing in the area for several years. She has done Home Health, Hospital Nurse and is still very active sitting with folks who just need a little help. She is also very famous for playing Minnie Pearl in the Hee Haw shows. Now nobody can say HOWDY quite like Genell.

As for now she is a patient in our home and makes the place brighter by being there. She has a smile for everyone she meets and is an inspiration to the other folks in her unit. Nothing can keep Genell down, not even a bad shoulder. She is a therapist dream patient, willing to work and do whatever is needed to make sure she gets well and is back home living well not being a patient herself but for caring for others.

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memories of days gone by for an eighteen year old girl out of high school who was trying to make her own place in the medical field. Being a nurse is one of God’s greatest blessings. I am not a Genell but sure like my job and the folks who either live in our home, or are here to learn from our great team of therapist a new way of living so they can live their life at home.

Our transition unit is one we are very proud of and to write about so from a nurse who is a long way from being eighteen, thank you guys for all your work; you are the best. To Genell Freeman, thanks for being a great friend and inspiration to keep giving to the patients in our home. You soon will be returning to your home and sharing that great smile and a big HOWDY for who you see that needs a friendly smile. I am very proud to call you my friend Mrs. Genell.

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Sam Robinson Sr. Saying goodbye to a fan and friend

By Brian Azevedo Sports Writer

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Pictured above is Sam Robinson Sr., a loving father, grandfather, husband, fan, and friend.

Coaches Corner:

Coach Steve Forsythe

By Stephanie Parsons Sports Writer

In our community McNairy Central’s Head Basketball Coach, Steve Forsythe, has been a constant figure on and off the court helping the lives of our youth in his career spanning two decades.

Steve is the youngest of three children of Jetta and Robbie Forsythe. He and his siblings, sister, Lisa, who also is a teacher at MCHS and former cheerleader sponsor, and along with older brother David, grew up in McNairy County.

It was at Ramer Elementary School when he was in Junior High playing basketball that he was first inspired by the impact that coaching made on the lives of others.

When he left Ramer Junior High, Steve went on to play varsity basketball and baseball at MCHS. Forsythe Not only did Steve excel in athletics during his high school career, but also as a student. When Forsythe graduated in 1982, he was third in his class in academics.

He furthered his education at the University of Memphis, where he received a Bachelor’s in Business Administration in 1986.

After graduation, Forsythe found employment at the United American Bank in Memphis and Community Bank in Germantown before deciding to continue his education in 1992.

Steve went on to receive his Master’s of Arts in Education.

Steve started his career at Michie Elementary School, where he also coached boys basketball for 14 years.

When asked what made him decide to end his career in finance and begin anew in education, Forsythe responded, “You have to do what you love, and I did not feel I was doing that at the time”.

Steve now teaches at his alma mater, and along with his duties as coach, he is a loving husband to Tammy and father of two.

His daughter Katie and son are currently attending the University of Memphis keeping with what seems to be a family tradition.

When Forsythe explained what the biggest reward was as a coach he replied, “The biggest reward is having a part in teaching our youth, not just the players on the team but also my students, grow into good respectable citizens,” It is obvious he embodies all the qualities and morals he values greatly.

There should be no doubt that like so many great coaches, Steve Forsythe has the dedication and tenacity to fight for and with each young life to reach his or her absolute potential.

Last week we laid to rest a true friend to this entire county when Sam Robinson Sr. passed away at the age of 78.

Sam was a great man. He was devoted to his family and was one of the biggest sports fans this county ever saw. He was at almost every game, home or away, and was a friend to everyone in the stands and on the field.

Sam did his best to make it to both Adamsville and McNairy Central games, as he had family playing at both schools, but it was on the Cardinals sidelines that he loved to be.

During my career at Adamsville, from 2003 to 2007, I was fortunate enough to have played both football and baseball with two of Sam’s grandchildren, T.J. and Trane Robinson. Knowing these guys from the years prior and playing with them on the field then meant one thing for certain. Sam Robinson was going to be on the sidelines.

I got to know the man, and it was an instant friendship. Sam was the type that when he saw you he would always take the time to say a few kind words or crack a joke at your expense, but it was all in good fun.

I can still hear him before almost every game, “Hey boy... you going to do anything tonight?” Then he would simply chuckle and get ready for the game. It was during the game when Sam had his fun, especially during basketball season when he knew the refs could hear his every critical word. Although fair, Sam was going to make sure that the refs were doing their job. Even they saw him as a friend; most who knew him would joke with him before the game and even pick a friendly argument on occasion during the game. Whether the refs, players, coaches or fans whoever was talking to Sam had a smile on his or her face.

Having Sam on the sidelines was great for all the players in all sports that he came to watch. Sam saw us athletes as part of his family, and there was nothing Sam cared for more than his family.

Generations of players have never known playing at Adamsville without Sam on the sidelines, from this year’s 2013 graduating class, my class in 2007, to the guys who played in the days of Matt and Bubba Hoover, Seth and John Massey, and even Chad and Brandon Gray everyone had one assurance when they stepped onto the field. Sam was going to be there.

He was an amazing person, always pushing his children and grandchildren to participate and excel in sports. I think that made them better, which transferred directly to the rest of us.

We have lost an amazing friend and a great supporter of Adamsville High School and all athletes around the county, but if I know Sam he will still be watching, and rest assured those poor refs still will not get a break.

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Rockabilly Car Show Winners

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Pictured are the winners of the sponsor trophies for the Rockabilly Highway Revival Car Show. Front Row: Teddy Wallace, Erin, Tenn., 1938 Chevrolet Coupe - Lambert’s Used Cars & Parts pick; Brian Wilbanks, Hartselle, Ala., 1956 Ford F-100 - Hornsby Car Care pick; Adrean Shelton, Killen, Ala., 1948 Chevrolet pickup - Coats Electrical pick; Joe Bradley, Humboldt, Tenn., 1966 Chrysler Imperial - Murray Trucking in memory of O’Neal Murray pick. Back Row: Austin Taylor, Dresden, Tenn., 1976 Chevrolet Camaro Steve Sweat Body Shop pick; Rick Kelley, Corinth, Miss., 1961 Olds 88 - Kennedy’s Hot Rod Shop pick; Bill Rodgers, Corinth, Miss., 1955 Chevy Belair - Jerry Inman Auto Mart pick; Dale Hastings, Somerville, Tenn., 1956 Ford Crown Victoria - Price Sawmill, Inc. pick; Billy Golden, Arlington, Tenn., 1956 Chevrolet Belair - Eveready Auto Parts pick; Mike Johnson, Ramer, Tenn., 1968 Plymouth GTX - Howard and Linda Morton pick. Pictured at right are two more winners from Saturday’s car show: Johnny Kirkendale, Clarksville, Tenn., 1967 Ford Mustang - Moody’s Auto Sales pick; Ray Bates, Clarksville, Tenn., 1970 Olds Cutlass - Gary’s Gold, Guns & Pawn pick.

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Father’s Day on the course

By Brian Azevedo Sports Writer

Staff Photo by Stephanie Parsons

Zack Powers of Michie is getting geared up for the All-Star season which will soon begin.

It is getting close to the time of year that is special to many, Father’s Day. This holiday always means great times. Fishing trips, camping, playing ball in the yard, a round of golf and hot food on the grill are the past times that most of us think about when this day finally rolls around. However, there is one more tradition about Father’s Day that many tend to forget - The Professional Golfers Association’s U.S. Open.

The U.S. Open is one of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments in professional golf, and the victory is only sweeter because it happens on Father’s Day. From back in the days of Harry Vardon, Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, and Arnold Palmer to the times of Tiger Woods, Phil Mickleson, Bubba Watson, and Rory McIlroy, the U.S. Open, has always been fun and exciting to watch.

This year’s even will be no different, but we will see them play a course that we have not seen in quite some time - Merion Golf Course in Ohio. This is a very short course, under 7,000 yards, and has not hosted a U.S. Open in many years.

Many argue that the course is too short and that the scores will be too low. I hardly think that will be the case. Either way, why is that a problem if the players are shooting low? I do not want to watch Woods and the rest of field struggling just to make par. I would rather see the guys being aggressive and attacking the greens.

The course is tough, curvy, and with the rain earlier in the week, conditions may also play a factor. The players are going to have to hold back off the tee and really shape their shots well to be able to compete on this small course. Some of the longer hitters like Woods or Watson may not even take the driver out of the bag this week, and with all the rain, the greens will probably be pretty soft, which means everyone will be shooting for the pin.

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Michie Summer Bash set for June 22

By Emily Pitts Staff Writer

This summer, the town of Michie will be putting on its first ever Summer Bash, June 22 at the Michie City Park.

“We just want to build the Michie community and get some fun things going on,” said Janice Durbin, one of the organizers for the event. “This is the first time we’ve had this event, but if it goes well, we hope to do it again.”

The fun will begin at 1 p.m. with food, live music, a bounce house, games, balloon animals, face painting, a train ride, craft vendors, and more.

“We’d like to recognize all the businesses and churches

from Michie and the surrounding area for providing carnival games and prizes,” said Durbin, “and for all their support.”

In addition to the fun activities that will be running all afternoon, there will be appearances by the Air Evac and Hospital Wing helicopters, Sparky the Dog from the fire department, and much more. The Sheriff Department’s D.A.R.E. program and both the Boy and Girl Scouts will also be in attendance.

The day will close out with a family movie showing in the park at dusk.

Durbin expects a good crowd at the event and hopes many will attend. “I’d like to see 500,” she said.

Admission to the event is $2, and $5 arm bands that al-

low all day access to the carnival games will also be available.

The town of Michie encourages everyone, especially families with children, to come out and attend this fun event. If you would like more information or would like to set up as a craft vendor, call (731) 239-3680.

Special Called Budget Meeting The Bethel Springs Board of Aldermen will hold a special called budget meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13th, 2013 at Bethel Springs City Hall.

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School may be out, but that does not 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 free summer reading programs for children.

Both programs kicked off last Friday with more than 50 kids from all around the county in attendance.

This year, both libraries are participating in the Tennessee State Library and Archives program “Dig Into Reading.” 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.

“We just want to encourage children to continue reading during the summertime,” said Jack McConnico Memorial Library Director Norma Humphries.

Programs at the Jack McConnico Memorial Library are open to children ages 12 and under. The programs will begin at 10:30 a.m. each Friday in June. Last Friday, magician Richard Seaton performed for the children to kick off events. This Friday, Sparky the Dog from the Selmer Fire Department will entertain and on June 21st, Tennessee Wildlife Management will be bringing live animals for the children to view. Along with the weekly entertainment, the library will also have book readings, crafts, door prizes, and free food.

The Jack McConnico Memorial Library’s final event will be a magic show by Dr. Brian Jackson. “At that time we will present a grand prize to the child who checks out and reads the most books,” said Humphries. To be eligible, children must be age 12 or younger with a library card. Competition for this year’s grand prize will be stiff, with past winners checking out as many as 200 books.

The Irving Meek Jr. Public Library in Adamsville is also hosting a summer reading program that kicked off last Friday with a children’s book reading, some door prizes, and an

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All ages are welcome, to these programs, according to library director Robbie Harris. Events will begin at 10 a.m. this Friday, the library will be hosting magician Skip Cain.

On June 21st, magician Brian Jackson will entertain the children, and on June 28th, Pam Combs, a children’s author, will be reading from her newest book. In addition to entertainment, the library will also be offering door prizes and other fun activities.

The reading program at the Irving Meek Jr. Public Library will culminate in a pizza party on its final program date, June 28.

“We’re going to dig into reading and have a lot of fun,” said Harris.

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Spring floods, summer droughts and temperature extremes take their toll on gardens and the gardeners who tend them.

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As always, select plants suited to the growing environment and that includes normal rainfall. Every season is different, but selecting plants suited to the average conditions will minimize the care needed and increase your odds for success. Roses, coneflowers, sedums and zinnias are just a few drought tolerant plants. Elderberry, ligularia, Siberian iris and marsh marigold are a few moisture tolerant plants.

Be prepared for the worst case scenario.

Install an irrigation system, such as the Snipn-drip soaker system, in the garden. It allows you to apply water directly to the soil alongside plants. This means less water wasted to evaporation, wind and overhead watering.

You’ll also reduce the risk of disease by keeping water off the plant leaves.

A properly installed and managed irrigation system will help save water. The convenience makes it easy to water thoroughly, encouraging deep roots, and only when needed. Turn the system on early in the day while you tend to other gardening and household chores. You’ll waste less water to evaporation and save time since the system

does the watering for you.

Capture rainwater and use it to water container and in-ground gardens. Rain barrels and cisterns have long been used for this purpose and are experiencing renewed interest. Look for these features when buying or making your own rain barrel. Make sure the spigot is located close to the bottom so less water collects and stagnates. Select one that has a screen over the opening to keep out debris, and look for an overflow that directs the water into another barrel or away from the house.

Add a bit of paint to turn your rain barrel into a piece of art, or tuck it behind some containers, shrubs or a decorative trellis. Just make sure it is easy to access.

Be sure to mulch trees and shrubs with shredded bark or wood chips to conserve moisture, suppress weeds and reduce competition from nearby grass. You’ll eliminate hand trimming while protecting trunks and stems from damaging weed whips and mowers.

Invigorate weather worn perennials with compost and an auger bit. Spread an inch of compost over the soil surface. Then use an auger bit, often used for planting bulbs, and drill the compost into the soil in open areas throughout the garden. You’ll help move the compost to the root zone of the plants and aerate the soil with this one activity.

A little advance planning and preparation can reduce your workload and increase your gardening enjoyment.

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Union University awards Selmer Elementary School announces degrees to local students May Students of the Month JACKSON, Tenn. - A record-high 647 students received degrees from Union University May 18 during the 188th annual spring commencement ceremony on the university’s Great Lawn.

That is the largest number of spring graduates in Union’s history.

About 7,500 people attended the service.

“This has been an amazing year on the campus at Union University,” Union President David S. Dockery said. “Tonight brings to a culmination this very special year, and it’s one in which we together can say, ‘Thanks be to God for his goodness and his grace to us, for the way that his hand has rested upon this institution.’”

Located in Jackson, Tenn., Union University is a liberal artsbased university affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention.

Founded in 1823, Union is the oldest institution affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention.

Adamsville: Pamela Simon, Education Specialist in Curriculum and Supervision, Ed Leadership in Curr & Superv.

Selmer: Patsy Fuller, Bachelor of Social Work, Social Work; Caroline George, Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, Sport Management, Marketing.

Stantonville: Emily Smith, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing (BS).

Selmer Elementary School and Project BASIC are proud to announce the Students of the Month for May. May’s theme for Student of the Month was “RESPONSIBILITY” (based on the pillars of character each student learns) and all of these students were chosen for their ability to show this particular character trait. The students learn about character building skills in their guidance

classes and also in their Project BASIC classes.

We are all so proud of each of these students. It is so very important to show “RESPONSIBILITY” in all areas. Each of these students deserves special recognition for this accomplishment. These students were each given a special certificate and a treat from McDonalds.

Congratulations to each and every one of you!

Selmer Middle School Principal’s List, Honor Roll Quarter 4, 2012-2013 Principal’s List Fifth Grade Tucker Gray Alex Howell Mason Latham John Cox Allie King Kailee King Tanner Parmely Elijah Staggs Emma Tull Tori York Sixth Grade Natalie Adams Sammy Bakeer River Hurst Hadyn Nash Braden Rickman Jack Simpson Seventh Grade Matthew Ashe Jamie King Ana Grace Ashe Isabella Gray Claire Foret Eighth Grade Desiree Weatherspoon Georgia Emmons Tristan King Brian Morales

Apostolic:

Honor Roll Fifth Grade Landon Bolton Jacob Parry Megan Smith Madison Turner Blake Buntyn Hailey Dotson Karina Patel Mickey Smith Jaxon Steward Sloan Atkinson Clara Bodiford Keaton Gray Cierra Hill Danielle Pigg Ethan Replogle Allison Roberts Chasity Simmons Sixth Grade Jayden Austin Keegan Brakhage Hanna Draganowski Jayli Ferguson Jakob Harris Camron Henley Veronica Lewis Lydia Locke Trevor Mangrum Janavee Patel Laini Plunk Brooke Replogle Brittany Riggs

Meg Suggs Anabelle Whitaker Hannah White Lucan Hively David Wu Seventh Grade Katie Allen Layla Brothers Carly Bryant Jacob Dillon Wesley Ferguson Emily Hamm Jessie Lambert Carissa Morris Will Kennedy Gabby Forsythe Carson Kennedy Lauren Waddell Raegan Sharp Hailey Godfrey Emma Gray Jessica Inman Dakota Lee Sarah Wilson Eighth Grade Robert Cuttle Amanda Edmonds Jada Herring Selika Mccord Olivia Bolton Jasmine Johnson Sidney Rickman Matthew Tucker

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Bottom Row (Kindergarten): Jillian Scott, Gracyn Shimek, Kimberly Amaro, Amerria Robertson, Raiyana Stackens, Karter Conwell. Row 2 (First Grade): Westin Rankin, Eli Horton, Samantha Pryor, Alyssa Gray, Darrien Clark. Row 3 (Second Grade): Drake Rebstock, Kelly Wu, Jasmine Scott, Conner Willis, Cordasia Thomas, Emma Rickman, Jake Ashe. Row 4 (Third Grade): Gemma Crotts, Alexis Pryor, Zoe Burnett, Hannah Marbry, Wesley Rickman. Top Row (Fourth Grade): Katlin Redmon, Brandon Pusser, Trent Smith, Justice Whitley, Bethani Williams, Napoleon Ellis. Not pictured: Alecia Jones (First grade)

SES Pricipal’s List, Honor Roll Fourth Grade Principal’s List Caroline Anderson Abagail Ashe Kendall Barnes Dylan Baswell Anna Bedwell Chase Bodiford Kailyn Burkeens Katie Craig

Colby Bryant Drake Crabb Evan Friend Shelby Foster Brayden Hamm Olivia Henderson Taylor Hollands Molly Mitchell Trent Smith Antranae Watson Justice Whitley

Katlin Redmon Caleb Shackleford Ty Taylor Bethani Williams Alexis Weirich Amara Younger

Emma Dickey Eli Holcombe Chelsea King Peyton King Kaitlin Kirk Morgan Moore Jake Morris Paige Morris Will Overton Sarah Pegg Ashlyn Perkins

Honor Roll Katerrious Atkins Zach Bauman Amaya Borner

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. Daniel Holt 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.

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. Stephen Davison, 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 Wednesdays 12 Noon 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 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Lighthouse Baptist Church 1780 Mulberry Ave. Selmer Jorgen Runquest, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Worship: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

Selmer Second Baptist 1004 Peach St., Selmer Tony Polk, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., 11 a.m & 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Selmer 310 W. Court Avenue, Selmer Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Dr. Ronald Meeks, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Road, Finger Bobby Bray, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Evening: 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Tim Elrod, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening: 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Lakeview Baptist Church 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Bro. Harold King Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship Service 10:15 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie, TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11 a.m./6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel 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.

West Shiloh Baptist Church 282 W. Shiloh Church Rd., Stantonville Bro. David Simmons, Pastor Church of Christ: Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy. 22 S., Michie Joe Story, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Cypress Tank Church of Christ 2645 Cypress Tank Rd., Pocahontas Dr. Brian Jackson, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Eastside Church of Christ 1366 E. Poplar, Selmer Luke DeLavergne, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy. 45 S., Selmer Shobeck Dethrow, 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:

Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God 910 Center Ridge Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Terry Resley, Pastor Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Sunday School: 9:45 Cody Hill, Pastor Sunday Morning Service: 10:45 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Night Service: 5:30 Sunday worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Pleasant Site Baptist Church Aaron Moss, Pastor 1868 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Bradley Woolworth, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Church of God of Prophecy: 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.

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.

Pebble Hill Methodist Ch. 2768 Chambers Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Purdy Presbyterian Church Purdy, TN Selmer, 610-1859 Chris Dancer, Pastor Service at 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 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.

Cumberland Presbyterian:

Sulphur Springs United Methodist Located on Sulphur Springs Rd., Selmer Jim Barber, Pastor Children’s Church: 11 a.m.

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

Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church Rev. Richard Reid 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.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. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd, Ramer Jeff DeWees, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Mt. Vinson United Methodist 2100 Tommy Sanders Rd, Stantonville Dick Humphrey, Pastor Worship: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:15

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.

Pentecostal: Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church Limon Gage Road Bethel Springs, TN Pastor: Jonathan Tubbs Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 a.m.

Roman Catholic:

St. Jude the Apostle 1318 Poplar, Hwy. 64, Selmer Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

1st. Saturday: 9 a.m.

Seventh-Day Adventist: Bethel Springs Seventh Day Adventist 4352 Main St., Bethel Springs John Johnston, Pastor Saturday Worship: 9 a.m.

Sabbath School: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Other/Non-Denominational: A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Believers’ Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Bill Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

First Christian Church 133 N. Third St., Selmer Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 12 p.m.

Wednesday: 7:30 p.m.

Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach Street, Selmer Bro. Paul Henley, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

World of Truth Church Hwy. 57 West, Ramer Larry Cooksey, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

God’s Way Church 1121 Peach Street, Selmer Bro. Billy Sanders, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Moores School House Full Gospel Fellowship Church 115 Tull Road, Selmer 731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Nights: 7 p.m.

Harvest Bible College Harvest Evangelistic Intl. Ministries Inc. 349 Old Hwy 45 S, Guys Roger Reece, Pastor Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Nights: 7 p.m.

Petra Family Worship Center Bethel Springs 54 Pentecostal Ave. United Pentecostal Milledgeville, TN 3591 Main St., Bethel Springs FaithPointe Church Phone 731-434-1002 Jeff Young, Pastor 440 Hwy. 64 East, Adamsville Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m.

Mike Sweeney, Pastor Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Highway 57 West Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday Night 6:00 p.m.

Ramer, TN Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Thursday night 7:00 p.m.

Pastor: Albert Brown First United Wednesday Nights: 7:00 p.m.

Pastors, Paul and Bonnie Young Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

Pentecostal Eastview Phone 731-632-4999 Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

7810 Hwy 45 S., Ramer www.faithpointechurch.com Rev. Wayne Isbell, Pastor Methodist: Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Fellowship Church Monday: 7 p.m.

142 South Y Shopping Center Adamsville First Wednesday: 7:15 p.m.

Selmer, Tennessee United Methodist Wednesday - 7 p.m.

225 E Main St., Adamsville The Sanctuary of MPC Sunday - 10 a.m.

Rev. Dr. Toni Watson 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville For info call 731-434-0097 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor www.onechurchnow.com Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30 Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Gateway Holiness Chapel Jim Barber, Pastor 2342 Refuge Rd, Bethel Springs Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m.

First United Methodist Church Thursday: 7 p.m.

P.O. Box 265, Selmer Rev. Terry Presson Pastor 1318 Poplar (Hwy. 64) • Selmer, TN 38375 Presbyterian: Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Telephone: 731-645-4188 Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Bethel Springs Wednesday: Supper 6:15 p.m. & Studies Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Presbyterian Church 7 p.m.

59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Hickory Flatt United Methodist Church Rev. Gary Anderson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Puron Rd., Hickory Flatt Dick Humphrey, Pastor Bethesda Presbyterian Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Church Worship - 10:15 a.m.

50 Bethesda Loop, Selmer Bro. Chris Dancer, Pastor Lebanon United Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Sat. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. - Corinth only Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Methodist Church Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

250 Chambers Store Rd., Michie Stephen Webb, Pastor First Presbyterian Church USA Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

800 Poplar Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 11 a.m.

Dr. James Jones, Pastor Wednesday: 5:30 p.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship: 10:30 a.m.

New Hope United Methodist Church Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Sticine Road • Michie, TN Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Mount Sharon Sunday School 11:00 a.m.

Presbyterian Church Wed. Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

SELMER - FINGER - SAVANNAH 108 Mt. Sharon Rd., Adamsville David Harstin, Pastor TENNESSEE Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Member FDIC Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

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Tennessee State FFA Convention awards FFA Degrees to local students

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (May 20, 2013) – The 85th annual Tennessee State FFA Con- program.”

Farm Credit also supports Tennessee FFA through a scholarship program. Scholarvention, held in Gatlinburg March 24-27, attracted more than 2,000 FFA members from across the state. The convention offered various activities, including Career Develop- ships are awarded to FFA members based on activities in their community, school and FFA chapters as well as their ment Event contests, motiacademic merit. This year, four vational speakers, business students received $500 scholarsessions and opportunities ships and were recognized durfor fellowship with other FFA ing the convention. members.

A highlight of the event Elena Smith, Tipton County, was the presentation of over now attending University of 500 State FFA Degrees. The Tennessee at Knoxville State FFA Degree is awarded Heath Smith, Cocke County, to students who demonstrate now attending Walters State success in their extracurricuCommunity College. lar activities, agricultural exJordynne Walker, Cumberperiences and classroom proland County, now attending Unigrams. FFA members Bradley versity of Tennessee at Martin Hunt, Tyler Mitchell, and Sara Young, Rutherford Colton Smith from McNairy County, now attending Middle County, representing the McTennessee State University Nairy Central Chapter, were About Farm Credit Midamong the group recognized.

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A big misunderstanding

By Nick Cook SMS/ McNairy County Teacher of the Year

“Kids just aren’t like they used to be.” At any given time, this proclamation is being recited by an elderly person somewhere in a small town. The old cliché may also be accompanied by phrases such as, “If we had done that when we were kids, we’d have been taken behind the wood shed,” or “The parents these days just don’t care.” Many times these claims are sharply contrasted by stories that our grandfathers told us about kids who flushed cherry bombs down the toilet, filled an old man’s pipe with gun powder, took frequent smoke breaks between classes, and released live animals in the school. So there comes a time when you have to ask yourself, “What has actually changed about our youth?

Are they better or worse than they used to be?” When you ask any generation questions along these lines, the conversation always drifts toward the same two subjects- technology and the family. A few anonymous people were kind enough to provide me with some insights through a series of short interviews.

What has gotten worse?

Technology- One source said that the amount of information that kids are exposed to now because of the internet and 1,000 channels on the television is overwhelming, and the older generations often find the information highway intimidating because they do not understand it. It seems that kids have gotten themselves into a big hurry, and they are on to the next fad before you can blink. A grandmother of five said, “Kids today are exposed to foul language, violence, pornography, and everything else you don’t want kids to get.” Also, the line between urban and rural culture used to be a lot more clearly defined, but because of better transportation, migration, and access through the internet and other technologies, the region-specific cultures that once gave people a clear identity are blending and disappearing.

People used to be more self-sufficient, but in the wake of the economic growth following the 1950’s, people have become totally reliant on business, the government, and specialists.

A source said, “If the power goes out, these kids have a come apart. Mother made a lot of our clothes, and we grew and killed our own food, so we didn’t have to rely on someone else.” Several people mentioned that because of technology such as dishwashers, washing machines, etc., kids today have a lot more free time, and they are not worn out at the end of the day, so they stay up all hours of the night.

The Family- The greatest concern expressed in those in-

terviewed was the deterioration of the nuclear family. Some sources believe that the lack of mental maturity in a generation of parents has caused them to treat kids as equals leading to a lack of respect and more freedom for the kids which often leads to early exposure to drugs and pregnancy. Kids do not seem to show the same reverence for the opinions of older people as they did in the past. “They just don’t listen, and they don’t care because nobody has taught them any better. They think they know it all,” someone claimed. “Our parents made sure that we were in church every Sunday and that we dressed appropriately and did as we were told. Now kids just run wild.”

What has gotten better?

Technology- Ironically, when asked about what is better about kids now, different sources cited the same cultural shifts, but in a different light. “Kids have access to all of the knowledge in the world, and as a result, they are a lot smarter on average than we were,” said one source. Another source said, “Racial and cultural barriers are slowly coming down, because people associate with each other a lot more than they used to. We used to avoid certain neighborhoods and areas, but now, people befriend each other online and go places together like it’s no big deal. Also, kids don’t have to spend hours on end washing clothes, chopping cotton, or fixing supper. They get to do a lot of things that we wished we were able to, and I can’t hold that against them.”

Family- When asked about family values, a source said, “People are a lot more independent than they used to be.”

In general, some sources claim that loosened family ties have had a positive influence on kids. In the past, judgment was often passed on someone because of a mistake made by a cousin, brother, uncle, etc., because family associations were so strong. A few people even claimed to have missed opportunities to chase a better life or to have experienced rejection from their family for going against the grain at one time or another. A seventh grader said, “I am pretty comfortable being me. It doesn’t really matter what my family thinks.

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Technology- Many of us are guilty of looking at only one side of the coin when it comes to our youth and the technological world. The internet, video games, and reality television is all that younger generations have known.

Our kids have the ability to answer questions with the click of a mouse that many of us spend decades pondering. At the same time, unfamiliar dangers and opportunities for mischief lurk around every corner. We find ourselves in a situation as parents and teachers where the kids know more about technology than we do. We are not the ones in control, and that can be intimidating. It is the same problem that has troubled previous generations dealing with new technologies like the automobile, the television, the telephone, etc.

Family- The world does not seem to revolve around the nuclear family any longer, and the attitudes of our youth reflect this in both positive and negative ways. Kids are becoming more emotionally and psychologically independent.

Many kids are forced to grow up with no firm role models, and the identity crises that they struggle with as teens and adults become much more difficult. Rather than following advice of those with experience, they prefer to find their own ways. There are times when this lands them in a world of hurt, and there are times when things turn out better than onlookers could have ever imagined.

There are several things that always hold true with human nature. One of those truths is that we often fear and reject that which we do not understand. It is evident in our politics, in our history, and in the struggle for each generation who attempts to understand the ways of another. Kids are just kids. It is unlikely that the average child is better or worse than they have ever been. A child today might shock people by using language that her grandparents would never have dreamed of using, but the same child would be outraged by a customer being escorted out of a restaurant because of the color of their skin. To quote a preacher I recently heard at a funeral, “It is not our place to judge. It is our place to love and to do what we can for those who need us.”

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scribed in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 commencing at 01:00 PM, at the Front Door of the Courthouse, Selmer, McNairy County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, towit:

Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed November 22, 2006

by Larry E. Mitchell and wife, Judy G. Mitchell to Mark A. Rosser, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of McNairy County, Tennessee, in Deed of Trust 385, Page 1067, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York,As Trustee For The Benefit Of The Certificateholders Of The Cwabs Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007Bc2, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property de-

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as follows, to-wit: Beginning at an iron pin in the south right-of-way of Tanyard Circle, the northeast corner of Lot No. 70 of the Tanyard Springs Subdivision, Addition No. 1, a plat or plan being of record in Plat Book No. 1, Page No. 15, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, the same being the property of Watson Price, recorded in Deed Book No. 139, Page No. 3, said iron pin also being the northwest corner of Lot No. 69 of the Subdivision, the property of Sally Adams Lee, recorded in Deed Book No. 110, Page No. 639; runs thence south 32 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds west with the east boundary of this lot and the west boundary of Lot No. 69, 226.21 feet to an iron pin, the southeast corner of this Lot, the southwest corner of this lot, the southwest corner of Lot No. 69 and the south boundary of the subdivision; runs thence north 79 degrees 31 minutes 52 seconds west with the south boundary of this lot and the south boundary of the subdivision, 100.12 feet to an iron pin, the southwest corner of this lot and the southeast corner of Lot No. 71, the property of Coleman Smith recorded in Deed book No. 125, Page 226, runs thence North 27 degrees 46 minutes 23 seconds east with the west boundary of this lot and the east boundary of Lot No. 71, 212.53 feet to an iron pin in the south right-of-way of Tanyard Circle, the northwest corner of this lot and the northeast corner of Lot No. 71, runs thence with the south right-of-way of Tanyard Circle, the north boundary of this lot, north 84 degrees 23 minutes 16 seconds east, 47.30 feet to an iron pin, thence south 74 degrees 32 minutes 00 seconds east, 77.70 feet to the point of beginning.

Containing 0.54 acres more or less. All bearing contained in this description are referred to the plat of record. The foregoing legal description is based upon a plat of survey of H.E. Williams, Jr., PR, RLS, Tennessee Certificate No. 505 which plat of survey is dated February of 1993.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on July 1, 2013 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows:

Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed

by Larry Andrew Mitchell and Carrie Mitchell, conveying certain property therein described to John Clark, a resident of Weakley County as Trustee for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First State Bank, its successors and assigns; and the undersigned, Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee.

County, Tennessee, lying and being in the 2nd Civil District of McNairy County, Tennessee, and which easement is more particularly described as follows:

3/10/2013, were issued to the undersigned by the McNairy County Chancery Court of McNairy County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be forever barred:

(1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least sixty (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of

the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or of posting) as described in (1) (A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117.

Tax Parcel ID: 074H-A019.00 Property Address: 145 Tanyard Circle, Adamsville, TN. All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee.

ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l5268296 File # 7134-0104572-FC Published: May 29, June 5, June 12 Green Tree Servicing LLC/ Larry Mitchell 13703 2, 3, 4 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated July 18, 2008, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded July 21, 2008, at Book 393, Page 677 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Gail W. Sanders, conveying certain property therein described to R. Fry as Trustee for CitiFinancial Services, Inc.; and the undersigned, Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee.

Beginning at an iron pin located in the East rightof-way of the Selmer-Ramer Blacktop Road, said iron pin being located 1087 feet South of the Southwest corner of the Griswell tract of record in Deed Book 106, Page 507, Register Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, the Southwest corner of the White tract of record in Deed Book 106, Page 738, Register Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and the Northwest corner of the herein described tract; thence in a Northeasternly direction with White South line, passing an iron pin at 610 feet, in all 635 feet; thence in a Southern direction 326 feet to an iron pin; thence in a Southwesternly direction, 340 feet to an iron pin located in the East right-of-way of said roadway; thence in a Northern direction , with the meanders of the right-of-way of said roadway, passing iron pins at 75 feet and 285 feet, in all, 395 feet to the Point of Beginning.

ALSO KNOWN AS: 3979 Ramer Selmer Road, Ramer, Tennessee 38367 This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Gail W. Sanders The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.

W&A No. 787‑233202 DATED May 23, 2013

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on July 8, 2013 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Commencing from a PK nail set in the center of a bridge and centerline of Highway 64; thence with the centerline of Highway 64, North 80 degrees 45 minutes 31 seconds West 1377.75 feet to a cotton picker spindle set in the centerline of Highway 64; thence North 18 degrees 46 minutes 11 seconds East 30.42 feet to a point on the Northern margin of Highway 64 and the East line of a 20 foot easement road; thence with the East line of said easement road, North 18 degrees 46 minutes 11 seconds East 133.60 feet to a point; thence North 03 degrees 48 minutes 21 seconds West 131.83 feet to a point; thence North 34 degrees 57 minutes 38 seconds East 142.81 feet to an iron rod set (all iron rods being referred to as set are ½ inch in diameter by 18 inches in length with a plastic identification cap stamped D W Isbell RLS 2148) which point is the true point of beginning; thence with a new severance line through Larry Mitchell (Deed Book 83, Page 492) North 56 degrees 43 minutes 08 seconds West 338.85 feet to an iron rod set; thence with another new severance line through Mitchell North 36 degrees 06 minutes 04 seconds East 476.21 feet to an iron rod set; thence with another severance line through Mitchell South 49 degrees 42 minutes 56 seconds East 329.23 feet to an iron rod set; thence with another new severance line through Mitchell, South 34 degrees 46 minutes 24 seconds West 435.64 feet to the point of beginning.

Containing 3.49 acres.

INSERTION DATES: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C.,

Successor Trustee

June 5, 2013

June 12, 2013

June 19, 2013

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The foregoing legal description is based upon a plat of survey of Superior Land Surveying, Inc., Daryl W. Isbell, Registered Land Surveyor, Tennessee Certificate Number 2148, which plat of survey is dated February 25, 2005.

FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC. COM 13733 3, 4, 5

The Grantors herein also hereby convey all their rights, title and interest in and to a permanent nonexclusive easement heretofore granted to them by Larry Mitchell and wife, Ann Mitchell, by Deed of Correction of record in Deed Book 196, Page 261, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, which easement is for the purpose of ingress and egress over and across properties owned by Larry Mitchell and wife, Ann Mitchell of record in Deed Book 83, Page 492, Register’s Office of McNairy

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated September 20, 2005, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded September 22, 2005, at Book 377, Page 2232 in Office of the Register of

Easement description:

Commencing from a PK nail set in the center of a bridge and centerline of Highway 64; thence North 79 degrees 30 minutes 14 seconds West 1369.93 feet to an iron rod set (all iron rods being referred to as set as ½ inch in diameter by 18 inches in length with a plastic identification cap stamped D W Isbell RLS 2148) at the true point of beginning, said rod is located on the Northern right of way of U. S. Highway 64 (60 foot right of way, 30 foot measured at right angles); thence with the Eastern side of a 30 foot easement, North 10 degrees 42 minutes 57 seconds East 269.85 feet to the center and the East end of a metal culvert; thence North 29 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds East 127.05 feet to an iron rod set at the Southeast corner of Larry Andrew Mitchell (Deed Book 193, Page 631); thence with the South boundary line of Mitchell, North 56 degrees 43 minutes 08 seconds West 30.06 feet to a point; thence South 29 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds West 133.96 feet to a point; thence South 10 degrees 42 minutes 57 seconds West 275.62 feet to a point in the North right of way of U. S. Highway 64; thence South 80 degrees 45 minutes 31 seconds East 30.00 feet to the point of beginning.

Keith Thomas, Executor, Administrator, Personal Representative Lloyd R. Tatum, Attorney Kim Harrison, Clerk & Master/ Deputy Clerk

13826 4, 5

POSITION AVAILABLE

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Forward resumes and salary requirements to: Live Stream TV Position P.O. Box 531 Selmer, TN 38375

The foregoing legal description is based upon a plat of survey of Superior Land Surveying, Inc., Daryl W. Isbell, Registered Land Surveyor, Tennessee Certificate Number 2148, which plat of survey is dated July 11, 2005.

ALSO KNOWN AS: 8185 Highway 64 West, Bethel Springs, Tennessee 38315 This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Larry Andrew Mitchell; Carrie Mitchell; Regions Bank The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.

W&A No. 700‑179109 DATED May 31, 2013 INSERTION DATES: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C.,

Successor Trustee

June 12, 2013

June 19, 2013

June 26, 2013

DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ asims_130531_1554 FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC. COM 13828 4, 5, 6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

As required by TCA §30-2-306

Estate of ALFORD L. HOLLOWAY, Deceased

Notice is hereby given that on May 28 of 2013, letters testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of ALFORD L . HOLLOWAY, who died

YARD SALES

VICKI’S CONSIGNMENT FRIDAY - 4 P.M. Until?

SATURDAY - 8 A.M. Until?

Hwy 45 North - Just past ADA’s Bakery

“BIG SALE”

WE HAVE EXPANDED - Bigger & Better Lots and Lots of Stuff.

Infant & Toddler clothing - all namebrand; Girls & boys all namebrand; All namebrand summer and winter Juniors, Misses, Mens, Plus Size, and Baby Items.

Lots of glassware, household, books, movies, floral.

Way too much to mention!

BRING AD & GET 10% OFF SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

YARD SALE

Friday & Saturday June 14 & 15

3321 Hwy 57 West • Ramer

Rain or shine Men, women and children’s clothing, TV’s, furniture, household items.

Lots of everything!

YARD SALE 7433 Hwy 142 Stantonville June 14 & 15 Friday & Saturday 7 a.m. till ?

No Sales Before 7:30 A.M.

Worth Your Time!

YARD SALE

YARD SALE

Multi-Family Yard Sale Rattan LR set, stove, household items, comforters, baby stroller/ carseat, clothes.

FRIDAY ONLY June 14 at the home of

Johnny and Joyce Plunk 3238 Bethel Purdy Rd.

Don’t miss it!

2009 GMC Canyon truck for sale, low mileage.

Antiques, furniture, glassware, curtains, bedding, kitchen items, kids clothes, toys, and lots of misc. items.

YARD SALE

YARD SALE

Hwy 45 S bypass at Farmville Road Guys Thurs. • Fri. • Sat.

Friday & Saturday June 14 & 15

Thursday, June 13

at 1875 High School Road Selmer, Tenn.

Kid’s table, toys, clothes, books, cell phones (2ATT & 1 Verizon), Odds and ends, 55” TV - working with bad color

We have wedding plates, punch cups, silverware, bowls.

Clothes and home decor. and much more.

2050 Murray School Rd. (Old 45 to Elgie Murray)

Follow signs.

court news

Wednesday, june 12, 2013

court briefs Sondra A. Deufel - 7595 Hwy 22 South, Michie, TN 38357-0201-Worthless Checks- Up to $500- Supervised Probation Hollie Elizabeth Childers - 2983 Gilchrist, Stantonville, TN 38379- Schedule II Drugs: Cocaine/Meth- Dismissed on plea to other charge Schedule IV Drugs: MFG, DEL, SELL, POSS- AttemptDismissed on plea to other charge Possession of Unlawful Drug Paraphernalia- AttemptFined $150+Cost. Credit for 22 days. Supervised Probation.

Carolyn Mehr - 287 Mays Lane, Stantonville, TN 39379Domestic Domestic Assault- Dismissed on payment of cost. Good behavior for 6 months, upon agreement with state, victim, and defendant.

Child Abuse/Neglect/Endangerment- Dismissed on payment of cost. Good behavior for 6 months, upon agreement with state, victim, and defendant.

Jessica Harmon - 935 Poplar Springs Road, Savannah, TN 38372- Driving While License Suspended- Dismissed on payment of cost. Supervised Probation.

Robert E. Nolan - 1311 Foote Street, Corinth, MS 38834-

sheriff’s log 6/4/2013 Hughey Talley Road - Suspicious Person 45 North SouthboundReckless Driving Hollens Lane - Suspicious Person Gilchrist Stantonville - Attempt to Serve Industrial Park Drive - Attempt to Serve Speak with an Officer Stranded Motorist Kirkpatrick Drive - Attempt to Serve New Hope Road - Attempt to Serve Old Stage Road - Speak with an Officer Baggett Road - Harassment Speak with an Officer Hwy 45 North - Reckless Driver Speak with an Officer Moore School House - Unknown Problem Albert Owens Road - Unknown Problem Mount Vinson Road Speak with an Officer Hubert Manul Road - Unwanted Person Center Hill Road - Traffic Stop 6/5/2013 Hwy 45 North - Theft Report Beauty Hill Road- Attempt

to Serve Hwy 57 - Wreck Injuries Rushing Road - Theft Report Betheda Purdy Road - Unresponsive Pleasant Site Road - Speak with an Officer Brooks Road - Speak with an Officer Higginbottom Road Speak with an Officer Good Hope Church Road Speak with an Officer Traffic Stop Industrial Park Drive Speak with an Officer Capooth Road - Theft Report Carroll Hill - Traffic Stop Leapwood Enville - Traffic Stop Dickey Road - Animal Control Hwy 45 South - Seizure Hwy 57 East - Alarm Bob Williams Road - Gunshots Reckless Driver Industrial Park Drive - Escort Assist Fred Johnson Road - Speak with an Officer Hwy 142 - Alarm Poplar Ave - Assault Speak with an Officer Industrial Park Drive - Alt. Mental Status Wreck no Injuries Purdy Road - Public Intoxication

Drive With/ Have Altered License- Dismissed on payment of cost. Supervised Probation.

Jessica Harmon - 935 Poplar Springs Road, Savannah, TN 38372- Speeding- Dismissed on payment of cost.

Financial Responsibility Law- Dismissed on payment of cost.

Gary W. Morrison - 287 Avery Lane, Guys TN 38339Schedule II Drugs: Cocaine- Attempt- Nolle Pros. Defendant plead to Circuit Charges.

Possess Firearm Intent To Go Armed- Dangerous Felony- Nolle Pros. Defendant plead to Circuit Charges.

Possession of Unlawful Drug Paraphernalia- AttemptNolle Pros. Defendant plead to Circuit Charges.

Robert E. Nolan - 1311 Foote Street, Corinth, MS 38834Driving While License Suspended- Dismissed on payment of cost.

Megan Haenitsch - 2956 Gilchrist Stantonville Road, Stantonville, TN 38379- Driving While License Suspended- Dismissed on payment of cost. Supervised Probation.

Angela M. Frazier - 116 Lynn Street, Adamsville, TN 38310- Theft (Up To $500)- Fined $100+Cost. Defendant given 32 days credit for time served. Defendant placed on Supervised Probation.

Becky Todd - 204 Lynn Street, Adamsville, TN 38310-

Disorderly Conduct- Fined $25+Cost. Supervised Probation.

Clint D. Heathcock - 945 Beene Road, Finger, TN 38334Domestic Assault- Dismissed on payment of cost. Supervised Probation. Alcohol Evaluation at JACOA. Margaret Smith - 423 CR 500, Rienzi, MS 38865- Domestic Assault- Fined $250+Cost. Credit for 16hrs time served. No Contact with the victim. Supervised Probation.

Bridgette Heathcock - 237 North Magnolia Street, Adamsville, TN 38310- Domestic Assault- Dismissed on payment of cost. Supervised Probation. Alcohol Evaluation at JACOA. Diana S. Collins - 2492 Falcon New Bethel Road, Selmer, TN 38375- Driving Without License- Fined $25+Cost.

Supervised Probation.

Registration Expired- Dismissed on plea to other charge.

Danny W. Morris - 1025 Bingham, Saltillo, TN 38370Driving While License Suspended- Dismissed on payment of cost. Defendant placed on Supervised Probation.

Sherry Floyd - 1180 Mount Vernon Road, Ramer, TN 38367 - Livestock Running At Large - Fined $25+Cost.

Restitution to victim of $42.77. Defendant to maintain dog in fenced yard or it will be removed.

6/6/203 Industrial Park Drive - Vandalism Leapwood Enville Drive Alarm Industrial Park - Drive Airport Road - Theft Report Sowell Road - Attempt to Serve Welfare Check Dixie Lane - Speak with an Officer Chambers Store Road - Attempt to Serve Industrial Park Drive Theft Report Michie Pebble Hill Road Attempt to Serve Fred Johnson Road - Speak with an Officer Butler Chapel Road - Speak with an Officer Falcon New Bethel Road Attempt to Serve Leapwood Enville Road Reckless Driver Buena Vista Road - Attempt to Serve Masseyville Road - Attempt to Serve Lacefield Park - Speak with an Officer Post Office Road - Welfare Check Capooth Road- Domestic Physical Chester County Line- Escort Assist Harassment New Hope Road - Assault Ramer Selmer Road-Welfare Check

6/8/2013 Falcon Street - Stranded Motorist Speak with an Officer Feddie Davis Road - Speak with an Officer Feddie Davis Road - Traffic Stop Traffic Stop Weeks road - Unresponsive Gillis Lane - Theft Report Sulphur Springs RoadWreck No Injuries Buena Vista Road - Unruly Juvenile Pleasant Site Road - Wreck No Injuries Suspicious Person

The numbers speak for themselves - Over 5,500 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 22 ft stone fireplace with second fireplace, 2 staircases, 3 car garage & 2 bonus rooms all nestled on 11 acres in a very nice & quiet neighborhood.

An immaculate home priced to sell 655 Jenny Drive • Selmer, Tennessee Call or text today to see this lovely property.

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6/7/2013 Hwy 45 South- Back Pain Hwy 57 East- Traffic Stop Hwy 22 South- Suspicious Person Hwy 45 South- Alarm Hwy 22 South- Wreck Injuries Guys Chewalla RoadSpeak with an Officer Speak with an Officer Nabors Lane- Alarm Domestic Physical Baker Road- Theft Report Industrial Park DriveTheft Report Sol Colston Road- Suicidal Subject Leapwood Enville RoadRetrieve Property Hwy 22 South- Retrieve Property Leapwood Enville RoadTraffic Stop Mulberry Ave- Traffic Stop Main Street- Alarm Industrial Park Drive- Unknown Problem Bethel Purdy Road- Trespassing Fred Johnson Road- Speak with an Officer Lilly Taylor Road- Harassment Speak with an Officer Hwy 22 South- Roadway Disturbance Steadman Road- Suspicious Person

6/9/2013 Bud Long Road - Traffic Stop Traffic Stop Speak with an Officer Hwy 45 North - Theft Report Hwy 64 - Vandalism Speak with an Officer Capooth Road - Suspicious Person Hwy 45 - Unwanted Person Industrial Park Drive Missing Person Pleasant Site Road - Speak with an Officer Circle Hill Drive - Animal Bite Hwy 64 - Suspicious Person Litt Wilson Road - Assault Capooth Road - Retrieve Property

Unknown Problem Hwy 224 - Suspicious Vehicle 57 West - Animal Control Mockingbird Road - Prowler Hwy 64 - Theft Report Escort Assist Feddy Davis Road - Traffic Stop 6/10/2013 Pleasant Site Road - Speak with an Officer Hwy 57- Theft Report Pleasant Site Road - Speak with an Officer Gilchrist Stantonville Road - Vandalism Speak with an Officer Animal Control

Covering McNairy County since 1902

SUBSCRIPTION RATES $ 20 for year in county $ 28 in Tennessee $ 32 out of state $ 1 off for senior citizens

Move in ready, 3000 heated sq. ft. all on one level - no stairs, 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Baths, remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, new laminate wood floors, 3 car garage and much more.

Bonus: Large 500 sq. ft. covered back porch, large 1500 sq. ft. concrete patio for entertaining, fenced in back yard, 12x16 storage building, 12x24 lean-to.

Appraised at $170,000 and ready for immediate sell at

$393,000

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Try building one like this at this price

Incredible numbers on a Selmer home

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