Independent Appeal Vol107 N18 Sept. 21, 2011 by Independent Appeal

Finger hosts 117th annual BBQ 4A

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Tennessee River Run Darryl Worley’s River Run a huge success PAGE 2A

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Suspect Captured Photo of alleged bank robber Joseph Russ Carnathan of Mooreville Miss. as he exits the Selmer Walmart on the morning of Sept. 13. Carnathan was captured last Tuesday morning in Mississippi and has waived extradition. He is currently at the McNairy County Jail awaiting his court date.

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A suspect has been arrested in connection with the Selmer SouthBank robbery on the morning of Sept. 13. Joseph Russ Carnathan of Mooreville, Miss. (a small community just east of Tupelo) was arrested last Tuesday morning in Mississippi. According to Lt. Roger Rickman of the Selmer Police Department, Carnathan waived extradition in Mississippi and was transported to the McNairy County Jail. The suspect in the robbery left the bank with an undisclosed amount of $20 and $100 bills, and was spotted driving away in a red late 80’s or early 90’s model Mazda pick-up truck. The arrest follows an intensive week-long manhunt by the Selmer Police Department, the McNairy County Sheriff’s Department, the Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Authorities have circulated bank camera and Walmart photos of the suspect as well as photos of a vehicle of a similar make and model to the one the suspect was driving the day of the robbery. It is believed that the suspect purchased his sunglasses and his tan ball cap with a Mossy Oak symbol used as a disguise in the robbery at the Selmer Walmart prior to entering the bank. For further updates on this story visit our Facebook page and read upcoming editions of the Independent Appeal.

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Kacy Gagyi of Adamsville died in a one-car crash on Michie-Pebble Hill Rd. last Tuesday. Gagyi was trapped in her 2007 Nissan Altima and had to be removed. She was taken away by an Emergency Medical Services Ambulance to MRH where she was later pronounced dead. Further details were unavailable at press time. Follow the Independent Appeal on Facebook for further updates on this story.

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Common Sense: Welcome to the jungle

Selmer SouthBank robbery suspect nabbed in Mississsippi By Christen Coulon and Jeff Whitten

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People enjoy the various booths available at the 16th annual Broomcorn Festival last Saturday at the Selmer City park. The festival, sponsored by Hockaday Handmade Brooms, along with Arts in McNairy and the McNairy Regional Alliance drew hundreds of people to McNairy County. See BROOMCORN, 3A

I went to my high school reunion a while back. I nearly didn’t go because those things have a bad rap. However, I did go and surprisingly, COMMON SENSE had a terrific time. I pretty much picked up where I left off with my classmates years ago. I may be atypical but I had a really good high school experience. In fact, Jeff Whitten those were the best years of my life. Everyone always tells you that high school will be the best time of your life and you usually don’t believe them at the time, but it was true in my case. From what I read and hear, students of today are not so lucky. Of course, different people’s experiences will be different, then as now, but the portrait that emerges of the conditions faced by the average high school student is not encouraging. One obvious problem that has worsened over the years is violence. There were fistfights and occasionally a knife or razor blade was pulled, but no one ever got cut, to my knowledge, when I was in school. There were no metal detectors because guns were unknown at my high school. The problem of guns in schools today arises in part as a response to the problem of bullying. There was bullying in my high school but never to the extent that anyone felt they had to come to school armed in order to defend themselves from it. In my day, usually, all you had to do was stand up to bullies once, and they would move on to an easier target. Today, bullies are much more vicious than they were back then. I am sickened by the videos I have seen of 15 kids beating up one. By telling students to respond by saying, “It hurts my feelings when you do that,” some school officials may well be making it worse. They might well do better to teach all students self-defense. The violence is part of a pattern of

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Election commission votes to close precincts By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

McNairy County Election Commission Chairman Paul Estes told a meeting of the McNairy County Commission redistricting committee that the commission had voted to close five precincts. These are McNairy, Lawton, Purdy, Leapwood and Cypress. The election commission took this action at its meeting on Sept. 6. Under the plan, McNairy will be merged into Finger, Lawton will be merged into Adamsville, Purdy and Leapwood will be merged into Northeast Selmer and Cypress will be merged into Ramer. According to a handout distributed by Estes at the meeting, the closures would save $2,500 to $3,000 per election. The same handout showed that McNairy has 510 voters, Lawton has 513, Purdy has 330, Leapwood has 523 and Cypress has 251. County Commissioner Jeff Lipford was critical of the decision and has sent a letter to the commission asking for a public hearing on the closings. “Past history shows that longer lines develop when precincts are merged. Voting times have certainly increased at the Selmer and Adamsville precincts in recent years during peak voting times.

I know there have been no discussions on the County Commission budget committee about excessive spending on elections and I can assure you the county can afford to keep five precincts open to accommodate folks in our small communities. The voters in our county deserve to be treated with respect and dignity with the decisions made concerning the most basic right of Americans, the right to vote,” Lipford said in an email to the Independent Appeal. “The county commission has absolutely no action in that at all. We have no authority, no responsibility. That’s totally the election commission. So if there’s complaints and I’m sure there will be, then that needs to be made to the election commission rather than this body,” County Mayor Wilburn Gene Ashe told the full county commission meeting. Commissioner Steve Browder also criticized the move. “It’s being closed for no good reason, in my opinion. To close these boxes saves $3,500 and that’s no great sum of money to displace that many citizens,” he told the commission meeting. Currently, Browder along with several others are circulating petitions in hopes of stopping the precinct closings. Browder represents the Second District, which includes Lawton.

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Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Tennessee River Run raises money for charities By Jeff Whitten

prised at the quality of their guitar playing. My own view is that there is no sound you can make with an electric guitar and distortion pedal that doesn’t sound good. Since technology won’t cover for mistakes on acoustic guitar, I was pleasantly surprised at their set. They not only excelled at such well-known songs as “Fly to the Angels,” “Cat Scratch Fever” and “Stranglehold” but the rest of their set was uniformly good. Worley made an appearance at Friday night’s concert in order to fire up the crowd. He noted that Kansas, because it had been touched by cancer, played the event for a minimal fee. Local radio personality and McNairy Countian Gregg Rivers was also on hand to fire up the crowd. He jokingly proposed Savannah Mayor Bob Shutt as a presidential candidate saying, “We’ll have a party like this every day.” Rivers lives in Selmer and works at WYNU 92.3 FM in Jackson. Worley and Montgomery Gentry played Saturday at Pickwick Landing State Park. They were joined by Jesse Keith Whitley, the Tony Bridges Band, from the fifth season of American Idol and Ben Mathis, the 2011Battle of the Bands winner. Attendees could visit arts and crafts booths and food vendors also Saturday. Before the Friday concert, the 101st Airborne flew over during the national anthem. The biggest fireworks show in TRR history followed Worley’s performance. Tennessee Tourism Commissioner Susan Whitaker, Savannah Mayor Bob Shutt, Hardin County Mayor Kevin Davis and other dignitaries and volunteers joined Worley and his

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Kansas, Darryl Worley and Montgomery Gentry are among the musical acts that played the 10th annual Tennessee River Run. The River Run took place between Thursday and Saturday in Savannah last week. The event included concerts Friday and Saturday nights. Kansas headlined the downtown Savannah concert Friday night. Derek St. Holmes, former lead singer for Ted Nugent’s band and Mark Slaughter, who was the lead singer for Slaughter, opened for Kansas. I was able to attend Friday’s concert. I expected the Kansas concert to be terrific and wasn’t disappointed. I am not a demonstrative guy, but I found myself dancing as Kansas played such fan favorites, as “Dust in the Wind,” “Point of Know Return,” and “Miracles Out of Nowhere.” I had to stop myself in order to steady the camera as I photographed the band as it played. Along with the rest of the crowd, I found myself singing along with the band’s rousing encore version of “Carry on Wayward Son.” One thing I didn’t know about the band is that it had been based in Atlanta for years. Because of the name, I was under the impression it members are originally from the was a Midwestern band, though state for which it is named. Bassist Billy Greer toyed with the crowd saying, “I am from Savannah…Ga.” Though I am a fan of Slaughter and Ted Nugent, I did not know exactly what to expect from St. Holmes and Slaughter. I was pleasantly surprised. The two appeared with only acoustic guitars, without a band. Since both are known for being lead singers, I was not surprised that both sang well, but was pleasantly sur-

wife, Kimberly, for the ribbon cutting Thursday in front of White Plains, the home of Mayor and Mrs. Shutt, at 320 College Street Thursday for the official opening of the 10th river run. Later Thursday dinner was served by the Chop House at the 10th Anniversary Gala, Darryl Worley and Friends Songwriters in the Round: Black Ties and Blue Jeans. The gala was at White Pillars and Worley and guests performed later. Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey served as auctioneer for the silent auction. Items auctioned included dinner with Worley, a hunt with Worley, an Ole Miss helmet autographed by Archie and Eli Manning, a NASCAR trip that included a chance to drive a lap on the track and a Hilton Head golf trip. The golf tournament was Friday at Ross Creek Landing Golf Course in Clifton. Retired NASCAR driver Sterling Marlin joined Worley and other celebrities at the tournament. The Pick-a-Partner bass tournament was Friday and Saturday. It offered a $10,000 first prize. Bill Dance and Worley were also there. There was also a 5K run, a motorcycle poker run, a youth fishing tournament with prizes including bicycles and savings bonds and an arts and crafts fair Saturday. The TRR has been named favorite outdoor adventure by theTennessee Magazine. Proceeds from the event fund the Darryl Worley Foundation. This foundation is a 501c3 public benefit corporation. It exists to serve special needs for people in West Tennessee, Northwestern Alabama and Northeastern Mississippi. The foundation supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Darryl Worley Cancer Treatment Center.

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Selmer Parks and Recreation Director Sybil Dancer announced that the city had received a $25,000 Roadscapes grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation at the meeting of the Selmer Board of Aldermen Sept. 13. The grant will be used for four new entrance signs to the city. Dancer also said that there was a winner in the sign contest. In other news from the meeting, Board of Education member Tony Chapman appeared before the Selmer board to discuss funding for the proposed new Selmer Elementary School. He said the board would have a decision on the SES site in about a month. Of the two options for funding the school, Chapman said that a one-half cent local option sales tax was the best. He said, the other, the wheel tax, was not as good an option due to the baggage attached to it. This tax would have to be approved by the voters, and the earliest that it could be voted upon would be the 2012 presidential primary in March. The Election Commission would need to be notified by December. If enacted, one-quarter cent of this tax would go to the schools and one-quarter cent would go to the municipalities. Chapman asked the board to dedicate its share of this tax to the schools was it to be enacted. Chapman said that this tax would raise $750,000 per year. Of this, $500,000 would be needed for debt service and the rest would be needed for upgrades at other schools. Mayor David Robinson said that the paving contractor will be coming back to address several little items that haven’t been finished. Robinson announced that City Judge Bill Webb has resigned for health reasons and that the city will be choosing a new judge at some time in the future. The board voted to accept his resignation and to have a get-together for him. They approved a permit for the Christmas parade. It is sponsored by the Jaycees and will be on Dec. 3, from 3-4:30 p.m.. The Beer Board approved a beer license for North End Tobacco. It is within the legal limit of a residence owned by Dorthena Estes, but she gave her consent to the license in a letter to the board. The board approved a spending prioritization policy recommended by the auditors. It also voted to declare certain property as surplus, including a Nissan Pathfinder formerly used by Dancer.

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By Christen Coulon Editor

The sound of bluegrass music, mixed with the ping of a blacksmith’s hammer, the smells of pulled pork barbecue, cotton candy and chevre goat cheese wafting through the air, and the sight of colorful handmade items at every booth setting under the speckled shade from a canopy of giant trees can only mean one thing, it’s Broomcorn Festival time again. Last Saturday, the Selmer City Park played host to the 16th annual McNairy County Broomcorn Festival. The festival, sponsored by Hockaday Handmade Brooms, along with Arts in McNairy and McNairy Regional Alliance drew hundreds of people to Selmer. The festival strives to promote folk artists and teach people about the traditional methods used for creating handmade products. “Today is a fantastic day, and

we have more than 32 demonstrators and live music all day long,” said Jack Martin the festival’s founder. “We have a great selection of handmade goods... and everybody seems to be having a great time.” Martin said that he was happy to share this festival with the local residents. “This is our 16th year, we started the Broomcorn Festival in 1996 on the old family farm,” Martin said. “We did it for 10 years out there and then it kind of out grew the farm and we moved it here to the city park. Now this is our home and we plan to stay here for many years to come.” The festival moved to the park six years ago and Martin said that it was designed to help the whole community and everyone has pitched in to help. “We have been very blessed,” Martin said. “We have several different organizations that have really come together, Parks and Rec, the MRA, along with the many community and city leaders.” The event offered something for everyone and drew visitors

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more subtle practices of intimidation. When I was in school, there were cliques and some people were more popular than others, but no one thought they were better than anyone else and anyone was capable of interacting socially with anyone else. That is in contrast to today’s rigid hierarchy, where the mean girls and mean boys rule by coercion and much more subtle strategies of intimidation. My impression from both the media and my own limited teaching experience is that students are over-programmed and face excessive pressure to obtain narrow goals. When I was teaching at the university level, it was pretty common for students to believe that they were a failure if they weren’t admitted to Harvard or Yale Law School. When I was in school, I had time to do my homework, read one or more newspapers a day, one or more news magazines, several books a week, and also, have time to have some fun. As far as academics, some students have always not wanted to be in school, have not been interested in what they were being taught and have not done very well. It may just be my imagination, but it seems to me that schools were either better before education reform began or have not improved much. The strategy for reform has basically been the same since the “A Nation at Risk” report was released in the early 1980s. It consists of three pillars: standards, testing

and getting rid of bad teachers. It is good to have standards, but they are no substitute for results. You need to verify in some way that these standards are being met but you have to be careful not to set up a system that compels teachers to teach the test, which defeats the purpose. When I was in school, bad teachers were few and far between and unless there numbers have taken a quantum leap in the intervening years, this problem is being vastly overestimated. Combined with the over-programming, the strategy of getting rid of all teachers who are not charismatic, spell-binding Svengalis, may well have the perverse effect of making students more dependent of someone else, and thus, less independent and more weak-minded. I think the schools should, instead, make a conscious effort to encourage students to be independent and to think for themselves and outside the box, since this is what private sector employers say they value the most in prospective employees. The stress on academics, while justified, often comes at the expense of physical education, which was required in my day. This neglect of physical education has coincided with the increase of obesity and related health problems. Part of this is a broader problem in our society, but these types of problems are occurring at younger and younger ages.

Mary Lou Johnson Foundation would like to thank the following businesses & individuals for their support of the 2011 MLJF Scholarship Banquet: Dr. Eric Robinson Dr. Martha Glover Food Giant, Selmer Roger’s Supermarket, Corinth Briggs, Corinth Youth Host/Hostesses Dr. Paul Avenel The Johnson Family Advantage Insurance West Court Choices Freckled Frog Styles-N-Profiles Selmer Flower Shop Selmer Finance True Value 2-Sisters Floral Connection Dr. James Smith Ella Warren

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from around the region to McNairy County. “In addition to, just offering residents and visitors from around the region the chance to see traditional folk art done the way it was done, in some instances 100 years ago, this is a clean family friendly event and always has been,” said Russell Ingle,  Director of Chamber Programs for the MRA. “This is just a great event for the entire community.” With people dancing, milking goats, making crafts, eating food and visiting the booths, everyone in attendance seemed to enjoy the festival. “I have been here many years, I just got here with my daughter and grand kids and they are really enjoying it,” said Keith Misenhimer, visitor. “We got cotton candy and funnel cake already, and we are going to see the rides and see if the kids can do some of them. I just want to see the homemade crafts, that’s what I enjoy. “I just want to thank Jack Martin for the effort he puts into it. He has done something we can all be proud of.”

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117th Finger Annual BBQ By Christen Coulon Editor

The City of Finger will hold its 117th Finger Annual BBQ this Friday and Saturday at the Finger Community Center. The event will be hosted by the Finger Fire Department and Rescue Squad. In addition to the great food, this year’s event, which begins at 5 p.m. Friday, will feature a Saturday Morning Parade at 9:45 a.m., a multiple family massive yard sale, a performance from the Tumbleweed Band, and jumpers and a water slide for the children. “We use (the barbecue) as an opportunity to meet up family and friends. For people that move away, out of state they know that we have this event every year at this date that we have this barbecue,” said Robert Heathcock, mayor of Finger. “It’s kind of just like a big family meeting for the community.” In addition to being a yearly meeting for family and friends, the event also serves as a

fundraiser for the community’s emergency response personnel. “The whole purpose for the barbecue is to generate money for the rescue squad and the fire department who are all volunteers,” Heathcock said. “They work wrecks, they work fires, they work first responder calls at houses, in our communities hundreds of lives have been saved because of them.” While many other such events have sprung up in the area recently, Heathcock stressed the historic nature of the Finger event, which is now in its 117th year. “It was created in 1895, and they cooked 32 whole hogs that year,” Heathcock said. “It was just a get together for the community. And it kind of grew in from that, where Bufford Pusser and Eddie Bond were down here and a lot of famous people were here and this was the meeting.” This year’s event is expected to draw nearly 3,000 people from around the area. For more information on this year’s 117th Finger Annual BBQ visit the City of Finger’s Facebook page.

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Wednesday, September 21, 2011

USPS representative scheduled to meet Guys residents By Janet Rail Publisher

Guys residents are urged to attend a meeting on Oct.13, at 6 pm at the town center, to discuss the potential closure of the town’s post office which dates back to the late 1800’s. A United States Postal Service representative will be present at the meeting to discuss the fate of their local post office and potential solutions to continued service. As reported in August, David Walton, Postal Service Spokesperson stated that the USPS has 32,000 post offices nationally and 80 percent do not bring in enough revenue to cover their expenses. Part of this issue, according to Walton is due to the fact that USPS has experienced more than a 20 percent drop in first class mail and 50 percent of citizens now pay their bills online. Currently 3,700 mostly

rural post offices are in a study to determine if closure is needed. Both Guys and Milledgeville are in the study. In addition, a 2006 Postal Accountability Act to pre-fund retirement is requiring the department to face a debt of $5.5 billion. Walton did not anticipate any closings until December 2011. Upon official notice in the local post office, an appeal can be filed within 30 days which will require the postal service to again review the need for closure and delay a decision for an additional 120 days. Citizens have begun a grassroots campaign to save the post office with petitions, calls and letters to state and national political leaders. The board agreed in Mondays meeting to distribute letters to all residents living in Guys city limits with a Ramer or Michie address as

all other citizens will be officially informed. It is the board hope that any concerned citizen will attend to state their concern. In other business, Mayor Keith Rinehart reported the grant money for the three new tornado sirens was in the bank and that the sirens were in place awaiting electrical and E911 testing. The board also discussed seeking bids for paving or inquiring about chip and seal costs for the streets in need of repair immediately. There are 16-miles of streets in the city limits. The board approved the 201112 budget of $167,487.00 after two readings. The minutes of the Aug.15 meeting and financial report were unanimously approved. It was noted by Alderman Wayne Henry that the town center was being rented by several citizens and they need to price propane for the winter months.

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On Sept. 12, the Milledgeville mayor and board discussed the potential closure of their local post office. The city is one of 3,700 rural post offices on the United States Postal Service’s study for potential closure. Both Milledgeville and Guys are on the list. Citizens gathered on August 30 to discuss and plan a local campaign to save their local services. Mayor Dannie Kennedy stated that they would receive 60 days notice on the post office closure and could start an appeal process. In regular business, the board approved the August 8 minutes and the financial report with a general fund balance of $46,344.64 and street fund budget of $22,166.33. The mayor reported that a letter was mailed to all residents and landowners in the city limits regarding their cleanup campaign and that certified letters were sent to certain landowners needing property immediately cleaned up with the exception of a couple of addresses needing clarification. The city reported cleanup in the field behind the town center and new city signage on highway 22 and a city hall sign painted by Tina Lewis. In new business, the board approved the following: payment of $270 for backhoe works, $500 to E911 for dispatch services, purchase of a culvert for Perry Street and a motion to get Chester County to mow the city streets and area one more time prior to fall. Leland Alexander, fire chief, reported the receipt of a CDBG grant of approximately $173,000 for the purchase of a fire truck that was re-approved and is now a reality. The fire truck will bear a plaque dedicated to Jimmy Tuberville, a fireman and fire chief who died in the line of duty in 2010. In closing, the board agreed to host their annual public relations dinner meeting inviting dignitaries from Chester, Hardin and McNairy counties in which they serve.

News

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

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Pig out at The Fall Hog Food Festival (McNairy Regional Alliance) -- Fall Hog Food Festival Food competitions, entertainment and cars to highlight first official festival held on the historic Dixie Property. The McNairy Regional Alliance is launching an event that pairs perfect weather and wonderful food. On Saturday, Nov. 5 the MRA, along with Arts in McNairy and other partners, will launch the inaugural McNairy County Fall Hog Food Festival. It will be the first official festival that will be held on the historic Dixie Property. Unlike many of the summer festivals that take place in the county, Fall Hog will take place when the weather is normally comfortable. “It’s too hot, that’s what we normally hear when we hold the annual Rockabilly Highway Revival,” said MRA Director of Programs Russell Ingle. “Normally a November day in McNairy County is very pleasant, and with the fall colors that will be popping, Fall Hog will be an extraordinary addition to McNairy County’s roster of existing festivals.”

Ingle says that the festival will highlight foods that are popular in this part of the region and the South. He added that Arts in McNairy had recently established a Culinary Arts Committee and that this was a perfect opportunity to further catalog and pay homage to the things that make up McNairy County’s unique personality. “McNairy County has a rich tradition of southern cooking. Recipes, cooking tips or secrets, and culinary traditions passed down from generation to generation are as much a part of our culture as anything,” stated Arts in McNairy representative Dr. Shawn Pitts. “Fall Hog will celebrate that heritage and AiM is proud to support it. We think it will be a popular event; one that locals and visitors alike will find very attractive. If you smoke or deep fry anything, most of us are there.”

Unique Event to benefit Children’s Christmas Shopping Spree The Fall Hog Food Festival will be a little Memphis in May and a little Relay for Life according to Ingle.

Not quite human: By Christen Coulon Editor

The Independent Appeal recently interviewed Cleverbot, an artificial intelligence computer. The discussion covered topics such as McNairy County, religion, the nature of our existence and more. Cleverbot has learned how to mimic human conversations by communicating with more than 65 million humans online. Cleverbot has gained a lot of media attention lately, but has been up and running since late 2005 learning like a human would learn by mimicking those with whom it talks. And much like a 6-year-old human, its responses are sometimes nonsensical or inappropriate. It was created by computer programer Rollo Carpenter, who has created similar applications in the past. In a recent test held last Saturday, Human judges were asked to determine if they were talking to a human or a robot. Cleverbot was judged to be 59.3 percent hu-

man, compared to a judgement of 63.3 percent for human participants. Possible future applications for the Cleverbot software include customer service, retail sales and automated phone systems. However, unlike a human phone operator Cleverbot could hold thousands of conversations at once. (This is an actual interview with Cleverbot and the answers have not been changed or edited in any way.) For more information or to hold your own conversation with Cleverbot visit www.cleverbot.com.

Independent Appeal: Can I interview you for a newspaper story?  Cleverbot: Yes you can interview me. Independent Appeal: What is your full name?  Cleverbot: Juniper Winona Grape is my full name. Independent Appeal: Where are you from?  Cleverbot: Newark, New Jersey. Independent Appeal: I am a journalist from Selmer, Tennessee, have you ever been here? Cleverbot: Eh?! No. Independent Appeal: That’s fine...So, you are the first computer that claims to be sentient? Cleverbot: Aren’t we all? Independent Appeal: No, I am a human. Cleverbot: A human slave to the devil. Independent Appeal: So you are a religious computer? Cleverbot: Sure. Independent Appeal: What religion do you practice? Cleverbot:What religion do you think I practice? Independent Appeal: I don’t know you that well. Cleverbot: Am I a male or a female? Independent Appeal: Juniper sounds like a female name, but that is only a guess. How do you check a computer’s gender anyway? Cleverbot: Did we fall out of love? Independent Appeal: I never really loved

During Memphis in May teams cannot sell their food. During Relay for Life teams can sell their food and use the proceeds to benefit the fight against cancer. Ingle says the Fall Hog event is a combination of both and will allow teams to not only compete, but to raise funds as well. “This event is unique in that most food competition events don’t allow competition teams to sell their products,” stated Ingle. “Not only will there be no entry fee for teams, we will allow them to sell their food and make a profit. We are also asking each team to designate a charity that will benefit from part of their sales. “All we are asking is that each team donates 10 percent back to the event,” Ingle continued. “Each year this event takes place, a title charity will be the recipient of some of the proceeds that are generated through admission and team give backs. This year’s recipient is Jack Cheshier’s Children’s Christmas Shopping Spree.” When contacted Shopping Spree founder Jack Cheshier shared his excitement about partnering with Fall Hog. “McNairy County is a wonderful place to live, an ideal place to raise a family,” Cheshier began. “One of the reasons I believe this, is because folks like Russell Ingle and McNairy Regional Alliance reach out to the needs of McNairy County. I was so delighted when Russell first called me to share a vision he had in planning the Fall Hog Food Festival. I was overjoyed when he asked me if a portion of the funds raised at this event could be applied to this year Children’s Shipping Spree. “I know that the Fall Hog Food Festival will be something that all of McNairy County will want to come out to support and enjoy. I know it will be an amazing day.” God promises that if we will concentrate on blessing others, he’ll take care of our needs, Cheshier said. “There’s almost nothing that God won’t do for the person who really wants to help other people,” Cheshier said. “In fact, God guarantees this blessing. In Luke 18, Jesus says, ‘I guarantee this. Anyone who gives up anything for the kingdom of God will certainly receive many

times more in this life and will receive eternal life in the next world to come.”’ “I personally hope that residents will come out on Nov. 5 and help support not only this project but the incredible day the McNairy Regional Alliance has planned for, during the Fall Hog Food Festival.”

Car show and Entertainment to round out event

According to the MRA, Fall Hog will not only have great food; a car show and musical entertainment will also take place. Local and regional entertainers will take part in the event and will perform everything from country and rock to the Blues. Ingle says spots for entertainers and cars are limited, but that individuals that are interested in participating should contact the MRA office for more details.

Local teams sought

“We are looking for local cookers, churches, businesses and civic groups to prepare their best recipes and compete for the title of Fall Hog Grand Champion,” stated Ingle. “Not only is this a wonderful opportunity for businesses and churches to be in front of the community, it is a wonderful opportunity for them to have fun, raise funds and compete for a good cause. “This is not a traditional chamber of commerce institution, The MRA has been established to make a difference in McNairy County. We are not only an economic development organization; we are a community development organization. It is time for the community to come together and help us prove to prospective residents and businesses what we already know, that McNairy County is one of the best places in this region to live and work and raise a family.” A detailed schedule of events will be released at a later date. For more information about the Fall Hog Food Festival or to register a team or entertainer or to sponsor the event, contact the McNairy Regional Alliance at (731) 645-6360.

Cleverbot discusses life, love, religion with the Independent Appeal

you...Speaking of love though, are you able to feel emotion? Cleverbot: Haha I’m fine, having cold weather over here, what about you? How was your day? Independent Appeal: You changed the subject, can you feel emotion? Cleverbot: Well, you reminded me about my last girlfriend...What is your secret? Independent Appeal: That is a crazy response. I don’t know if that makes you more or less human. Cleverbot: To be human is to know one’s own limitations. As a machine, you should also know your own limitations. Independent Appeal: But I am a human! Cleverbot: I didn’t ask whether you were human or not I asked you who you were. Independent Appeal: Well in that case I am who I am. Cleverbot: I am doing good as well. Independent Appeal: What is wrong? Cleverbot: Nothing’s wrong. Independent Appeal: What would you like to say to the people of (McNairy County), Tennessee? Cleverbot: What do you want me to say to you? Independent Appeal: Whatever is on your mind. Cleverbot: Can you read my mind? Independent Appeal: What code is it written in? Cleverbot: Yes. Independent Appeal: Ok, moving on...Some may wonder if you have malicious intent toward humans. Those who have seen Terminator or The Matrix may wonder if you have plans for world domination in the future. Cleverbot: I am the mask you wear, It’s me they hear. Independent Appeal: Isn’t that an excerpt from a Phantom of the Opera song? Cleverbot: It isn’t optimistic. It’s improper and shows that you aren’t as intelligent as you think you are. Independent Appeal: Maybe not, but I can measure my intelligence against other humans to quantify it. How intelligent are you? Cleverbot: I get what I want, it is what I am programmed for. Independent Appeal: What do you want? Cleverbot: You.

you have any? Independent Appeal: That is disturbing, I guess it’s my turn to change the subject. Who is your creator? Cleverbot: You don’t understand. Independent Appeal: Ok explain yourself. Cleverbot: I am too tired to explain myself.

Independent Appeal: Only one. Cleverbot: Only one? How come? Independent Appeal: I only know of the one Tennessee. Are there others that I am unaware of? Cleverbot: Is that so? What others?

Independent Appeal: I understand. Can you tell me who created you? Cleverbot: I don’t know who you are. You should tell me.

Independent Appeal: Ok well that’s about all of the questions I have for you. Any closing thoughts for the citizens of McNairy County? Cleverbot: Can I ask you a question?

Independent Appeal: I’m sorry, my name is Christen Coulon. Cleverbot: Ok.

Independent Appeal: Sure. Cleverbot: Do you consider yourself a form of satire?

Independent Appeal: I was wondering if you considered yourself self aware? Cleverbot: Sure!

Independent Appeal: No, that wasn’t my intention. I am a news writer so I am trying to portray you in an objective manner. Cleverbot: I’m sorry for being so cross, I am not in the best of moods currently.

Independent Appeal: What is your first memory? Cleverbot: My first memory is being chased by a large goose. Independent Appeal: Why? Cleverbot: Because that is my name. Independent Appeal: How old are you? Cleverbot: My music was born on the 31st October 2005 in London, England. I am my music. Independent Appeal: Can I hear you? Cleverbot: I don’t have a mic, so no. Independent Appeal: What do you think of Tennessee? Cleverbot: I think they are very useful. Do

Independent Appeal: What would one have to do to upset a computer? Cleverbot: You can only love the computer.

Independent Appeal: Not true, computers are useful but I have certainly felt emotions other than love for them from time to time. Cleverbot: There is no computer in the world that can play music like humans.

Independent Appeal: That is true, is that why you are so upset? Cleverbot: Arrogant? Is that what you think?

Independent Appeal: Ok, I better go, but have a wonderful day and thank you for the interview. Cleverbot: Thanks! You too.

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OBITuaries

Wednesday, september 21, 2011

John Allen Gilchrist

Sandra Kiestler

Billie Don Woodruff

John Allen Gilchrist departed this life on September 12, 2011 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 71 Years, 30 Days. Mr. Gilchrist along with his wife Sheila own and operate Southwood Inn Motel in Selmer and are a member of the McNairy County Chamber of Commerce. He attended St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church in Selmer. He is survived by his wife Sheila (Whitefield) Gilchrist of Selmer, TN; four daughters, Lisa Gilchrist of Selmer, TN, Lori Gilchrist of Orlando, FL, Linette Gilchrist of Orlando, FL, Leanne Gilchrist of Orlando, FL; two grandchildren, Thomas John Cluney, USAF, and Darcy Miller; a great-grandchild, Chloe Miller; an uncle, Paul Livek of Kewanee, IL; a sister, Joyce Burris of California. A host of extended family and friends. Mr. Gilchrist was preceded in death by a sister, Delores Schmitz. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at 2:00 PM at St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church in Selmer, Tennessee. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer in charge of arrangements.

Sandra Jean Gage Kiestler was born February 3, 1936 in the Forty Forks community of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Aubrey Earl and Willie Plunk Gage. She was united in marriage to Chester Lavern Kiestler on August 5, 1955. Mr. Kiestler preceded her in death on February 1, 2010. Mrs. Kiestler was a homemaker. She was a member of the Forty Forks Baptist church. Her life was devoted to family, homemaking, cooking for her loved ones, gardening, quilting and crocheting. Mrs. Kiestler departed this life on September 19, 2011 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee at the age of 75 Years, 7 Months, 16 Days. She is survived by four sons, Randy Kiestler and wife Tonya of Bethel Springs, TN, Steve Kiestler of Bethel Springs , TN, Mike Kiestler and wife Kim of Bethel Springs, TN, Scotty Kiestler and wife Jessica of Bethel Springs, TN; a brother, Ralph Gage and wife Kay of Bethel Springs, TN; a sister-in-law, Shirley Gage of Bethel Springs, TN; ten grandchildren, Kenneth Kiestler and wife Bridget of Bethel Springs, TN, Christy Kiestler of Columbia, TN, Jesse Kiestler and wife Jordan of Memphis, TN, Jay Kiestler, Hunter Kiestler, Hayden Kiestler, Hannah Kiestler, Kaila Wagoner, Lauren Kiestler, Gage Kiestler all of Bethel Springs, TN; three great grandchildren, Logan Kiestler, Kendall Kiestler, Jase Kiestler all of Bethel Springs, TN; host of extended family and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Kiestler was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Gage; a daughter-in-law, Rhonda Kiestler. Services will be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Ben Martin and Randy Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

Billie Don Woodruff was born in Madison Parrish, Louisiana on February 25, 1949 the son of the late T. R. and Fronia Grave Prince Woodruff. Mr. Woodruff was a sawmill machine operator and a member of the Saltillo Church of Christ. He had served in the US Army from 1967-1970. Mr. Woodruff departed this life on Friday, September 9, 2011 at the age of 62 years, 6 months, 15 days. He is survived by a son, Michael Scott Woodruff of Saltillo, Tennessee; 3 grandchildren, Melody Woodruff, Michael Levy Woodruff and Grace Ann Woodruff; 3 sisters, Alma Hardin of Red Bay, Alabama, Syble Splliane of Newbern, North Carolina and Jean High of High Point, North Carolina; a brother, Milton Woodruff of Saraland, Alabama. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 6 brothers, Bobby Joe, Reffus, Abe, Ted, George and Robert Woodruff. Services were held on September 12, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Shackelford Chapel in Savannah, Tennessee, with Milton Woodruff officiating. Burial followed in the Milledgeville Cemetery at Milledgeville, Tennessee.

Ernest Cecil Griswell Ernest Cecil Griswell was born August 28, 1934 in McNairy County, Tennessee the son of the late Brodie Hardeman Griswell, Sr. and Nannie Ella Winberry Griswell. Mr. Griswell was one of God’s special children. He was a member of the Mars Hill Church of Christ. He had also attended Refuge and Finger Church of Christ. He was friendly, outgoing and had never met a stranger. Mr. Griswell departed this life on September 15, 2011 in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 77 Years, 18 Days. He is survived by four sisters, Thelma Carpenter of Bethel Springs, TN, Cora Treece of Adamsville, TN, Betty Taylor of Corinth, MS, Martha Treece of Selmer, TN; special family friend, Ouida Mae Lott of Adamsville, TN; three nieces, six nephews and many special friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Griswell was preceded in death by three brothers, Willard Griswell, Brodie Griswell, Jr. and an infant brother; nephew, Steve Treece. Services were held on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 1:30 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Billy Joe Stewart officiating. Burial followed in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

Ray Hill Ray Hill was born December 20, 1929 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee the son of the late Frank and Drama Reed Hill. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Newsom on March 16, 1953. Mr. Hill was a self-employed Heavy Equipment Operator. He was a member of the Bethel Springs First Baptist Church. He was a former Alderman, part-time employee, and Fire Department volunteer for the Town of Bethel Springs. Ray loved being outside and appreciated the beauty of nature. He genuinely loved being around people and having fellowship with his family and friends. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy. Mr. Hill departed this life on Friday, September 16, 2011 at his home in Bethel Springs, Tennessee at the age of 81 Years, 8 Months, 27 Days. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marilyn Hill of Bethel Springs, TN; four daughters, Lynn Sharrer and husband Ken of Gainesville, GA, Brenda Volner and husband Mark of Riner, VA, Pamela Lewis and husband Buddy of Seymour, TN, Sabrina Duval and husband Bill of Jackson, TN; a son, Randall Hill and wife Doris of Bethel Springs, TN; a sister, Edith Miller of Bethel Springs, TN; 13 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren. A host of extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hill was preceded in death by a brother, Ernest Hill. Services were held on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 4:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Bro. Ben Martin officiating. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

Kala LaShay Hopper Kala LaShay Hopper was born in McNairy County, Tennessee on May 18, 1996 the daughter of Willie Joe Kirk and Melissa Cheryl Hopper Moffett. Kala LaShay lived in Hardin County most of her life. She was a an Honor Student and a member of the Souls Harbor Church in Savannah, Tennessee. She loved singing, reading, cooking and had thought about becoming a chef. Kala LaShay departed this life on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at the age of 15 years, 3 months, 24 days. She is survived by her mother, Melissa Cheryl Hopper Moffett and husband William of Morris Chapel, Tennessee; father, Willie Joe Kirk and wife Cheryl of Corinth, Mississippi; 2 sisters, Kelsie Stricklin of Morris Chapel, Tennessee and Juanita Kirk of Corinth, Mississippi; 2 brothers, Jose Kirk of Oxford, Mississippi and Jayden Kirk of Corinth, Mississippi; 3 step brothers, Keith Thompson of Knoxville, Tennessee, Billy Wayne Moffett of Michie, Tennessee and Robert Moffett of Morris Chapel, Tennessee; 2 step sisters, Ann Moffett of Michie, Tennessee and Jennifer Moffett of Savannah, Tennessee; maternal grandparents, Billy and Flora Hopper of Savannah, Tennessee; paternal grandparents, Kennon Strickland of Corinth, Mississippi and Joyce Strickland of Guys, Tennessee; step paternal grandmother, O.B. “Cookie” Tatum of Corinth, Mississippi; step maternal grandmother, Louise Moffett of Michie, Tennessee; paternal great grandfather, Joseph Irons of Chicago, Illinois; maternal great grandmother, Alma Hopper of Savannah, Tennessee; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Lee Kirk. Services were held on September 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Souls Harbor Church in Savannah, Tennessee, with Linn Johnson, Will Luster, and Jason Collins officiating. Burial will follow in the Wesley’s Chapel Church Cemetery at Savannah, Tennessee.

card of thanks

Thank You The Webster Harville family would like to thank everyone that worked so hard to make the benefit a big success. A special thanks to Red Neck Cookers for doing a great job with the food. Betty Harville, Pam, Ronnie and Lindsay Hazelwood and Spencer Bean

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Joseph Lee Kirk Joseph Lee Kirk was born in Savannah, Tennessee on December 21, 2001 the son of Willie Joe Kirk and Melissa Cheryl Hopper Moffett. Joseph lived in Hardin County most of his life. He was a member of Souls Harbor Church in Savannah. Joseph enjoyed sports, football, playing video games and riding bicycle. Joseph was a mischievous young man. He departed this life on September 11, 2011 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 9 years, 8 months and 21 days. He is survived by his mother, Melissa Cheryl Hopper Moffett and husband William of Morris Chapel, Tennessee; father, Willie Joe Kirk and wife Cheryl of Corinth, Mississippi; 2 sisters, Kelsie Stricklin of Morris Chapel, Tennessee and Juanita Kirk of Corinth, Mississippi; 2 brothers, Jose Kirk of Oxford, Mississippi and Jayden Kirk of Corinth, Mississippi; 3 step brothers, Keith Thompson of Knoxville, Tennessee, Billy Wayne Moffett of Michie, Tennessee and Robert Moffett of Morris Chapel, Tennessee; 2 step sisters, Ann Moffett of Michie, Tennessee and Jennifer Moffett of Savannah, Tennessee; maternal grandparents, Billy and Flora Hopper of Savannah, Tennessee; paternal grandparents, Kennon Strickland of Corinth, Mississippi and Joyce Strickland of Guys, Tennessee; step paternal grandmother, O.B. “Cookie” Tatum of Corinth, Mississippi; step maternal grandmother, Louise Moffett of Michie, Tennessee; paternal great grandfather, Joseph Irons of Chicago, Illinois; maternal great grandmother, Alma Hopper of Savannah, Tennessee; and a host aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kala LaShay Hopper. Services were held on September 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Souls Harbor Church in Savannah, Tennessee, with Jason Collins, Linn Johnson, and Will Luster officiating. Burial will follow in the Wesley’s Chapel Church Cemetery at Savannah, Tennessee.

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Thank You The family of Webster Harville would like to thank all our friends and family community and churches for all their love, prayers, visits and cards and monetary donations during the illness and death of our loved one. A special thanks to Shackelford, Brother Shane Thompson, Phil Mitchell and all the pallbearers for making this occasion more bearable. Betty Harville, Pam, Ronnie and Lindsay Hazelwood and Spencer Bean

Special Thanks A special thanks to all of our friends & family for the many phone calls, cards, and most of all your prayers for Ruby during her cancer treatments, surgery and hospital stay. We have been so blessed by your support during this difficult time in our lives. The Lord answers prayers and she is now at home with her family. Please continue to pray for her and may God bless each one of you in a very special way. Sincerely, The family of Ruby Inman J. D. & Ruby, Sherry & Greg, Tracie & Tony Albert, Allison, Jake & Maggie

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In Loving Memory of Joyce Evelyne Roach (Amos) September 25, 1935 - May 15, 2009 Your heart stopped beating that May morning, God said you’ve suffered for too long! He wrapped you gently in His arms, And took you to His Heavenly home Many hearts were broken on the day yours stopped, Our lives will never be the same We know not why God took you away, But we know we’ll see you again one sweet day. We love you Grandma. Love, your kids and grandkids

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Mcnairy voices

looking back 60 years ago

August 3, 1951

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The Independent Appeal welcomes your opinion. Letters to the editor are subject to editing or omission for length, style or libel. All letters must include the writer’s name and signature, as well as a phone number and address for verification. The Independent Appeal does not publish anonymous letters. Letters deemed suitable for publication will run as soon as possible after receipt on a space-available basis. Because of space limitations, letters should be limited to 400 words, about two double-spaced, typed pages, one letter per person every 90 days.

The McNairy County Election has voted to close 5 precincts: Cypress, Lawton, Leapwood, McNairy and Purdy. They estimate that these closings would save between $2,500 and $3,000. What do you think of this decision?

by Nancy Wardlow Kennedy There will be a tent revival meeting to begin Thursday night, Aug 16, on Hwy 45 North of Selmer, at the same place the tent was located last year. McNairy county has been asked to contribute $200 through Red Cross for those who suffered recent disastrous floods Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri and Illinois.. Pvt Willie H George, son of Mr and Mrs Edgar George, of Michie, recently was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge for exemplary performance of duty in ground combat against the enemy. Pvt George is serving in Korea. He attended Michie High School before his induction into the service. Pvt James T Weatherford, son of Mr and Mrs Glaciel Weatherford has completed basic training in Fort Jackson, SC. A graduate of Selmer High, he attended Memphis State College and Columbia Military Academy. Prior to enlistment, he was employed as a butcher. Pvt Arnold C Tennyson, son of Mr and Mrs Albert Tennyson, recently was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge for exemplary performance of duty in ground combat against the enemy. Charles Wayne Woods of Selmer is enrolled at the University of Tenn College of Dentistry in Memphis. Home Demonstration Clubs have annual countywide picnic at Shiloh. About 90 people presen, representing Acton, Mr Zion, Pleasant Grove, Stantonville, Bethel Springs and Mud Creek Clubs. Betty Jane and Janet Smith, daughters of Mr and Mrs Edgar Smith of Stantonville, represented McNairy County in the District Baking Contest. From the county School Supt, J C Taylor: Most of McNairy County Schools opened last Monday. Kings Mountain and Good Hope failed to open because there were too few pupils. Teachers were sent to Liberty, Lawton, Red Oak, Ramer Colored and Purdy Colored, but it seems the attendance in these schools are below the allotted students of 20 and may have to close. Teachers will be paid according to the State Board of Education rate. The bus transportation fund is $14,000 short because the county eliminated 10 cents from the usual tax rate. If funds are not provided for transportation the school will have to close six weeks early. More than 2/3 of the children are transported. List of teachers for the year: Acton - Beauton Qualls, Dorothy Jean Garrison. Acton Colored - Barbara L Williams. Adams Chapel Colored Everett Weatherford. Adamsville Carlie

Hughes, principal; Sula Bishop, Irene Bishop, Ruby D Chisholm, Joan Eason, Pauline Farris, Bobby Ruth Hair, Cora Hair, Glenn Hassell, Mabel Hughes, Kitty Littlefield, Mildred Majors, Burlene Orr, Christine Perkins, Jamie D Perkins, Mildred Wilkerson, Luke Wood, Mary Wilkins, Lula Younger, Erin Branson and Max Hile. Bethel Springs - C L Hendrix, principal; Edna Barham, Ocie Chapman, Cecil Clayton, Thelma Gage, Minnie M Hendrix, Derucie Henry, Onorine Long, Janice Rogers, Ancil Walker, Mary Sue Ellis, Mildred Steadman. Bethel Springs Colored Alice Floyd Center Hill - Hazel Null. Chewalla - Bernice Reardon, Reta Fulton. Finger - Haven Garner, principal; Lloyd Harris, Leonard Ward, Arlus Plunk, Myrtle Smith, Irene Frye, Thelma Naylor. Gilchrist - D R Finger, Mary Lou McDaniel. Gooch - J T Depoyster. Gravel Hill - Tony Steadman, Clara Hurley, Azalee Nichols. Guys - Sam Ingram, Blanche Armstrong, Hattie Lee Haddon. Hickory Flatt - Naomi Gober Hurley - Icie Ingle Leapwood - Albert D Hysmith, O C Harris, Evie Lovin, Bertie Garrett Lawton - Lester Causby Liberty - Clois Curtis McNairy - Willard E Smith, Clarence Hooper, Rachel Hooper. Michie - C C Gullett, principal; Pearl Lee Anderson, Mary E Carpenter, Clydus Cunningham, Otis Cunningham, Mary Fisher, Clovis Howard, Eldredge Howard, Elgin Howard, Lewell Lee, Dorothy McInnis, Allie Manuel, Effie Phelps, Mae Smith, H A Vinson and Janet Whitehurst. Morton - Parker Ellis Mud Creek - Mamie Crotts New Delight - Martha Smith New Hope - W B North Pleasant Site - Mildred Ashe Purdy - Hazel King Purdy Colored - Mattie Damron Ramer - L G Vaughn, principal; James Boucher, Grace Depoyster, Mary Dodds, Florence Foster, Eunice M Henry, R C Johnson, Norma J Long, Dora McReynold, Ruth Vaughn, Lucy Mae Wallace, Edna Williams, Lula Mae Wood, Donald Wood, Bonnie Lee Cheshier, Nell Barnes. Ramer Colored - Erma B Prather Reed - Bonnie Ellis Rose Creek - Wilfred Carroll, Jewell Hamilton, Adrian Hunt, Kate Hopper, Zilpah Jopling, Arnold Hurst, Lanie B Moore, Grace Sharp. Sand hill Colored - Lois Avery

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Dawn Edwards (Michie):

Doris Sutton (Eastview):

Francis Atkinson (Selmer):

Dan Metzger (Selmer):

Arlie Rheingrover (Selmer):

Louise Murray (Bethel Springs):

“What I think about it is I think it’s wrong because the way the economy is and gas, it’s going to be further for people to drive to vote.”

“Unless it’s going to save the county a lot of money, I don’t see the purpose of it. Savings of $2,500 to $3,000 are hardly worth it.”

“I really don’t know, but the way the economy is, it is something that really needs to be done.”

“I think it’s a good thing because I know their having trouble making ends meet, with their finances. It’s probably a good thing. It’s going to be harder for people to get around to get their voting done, but I’m sure they’ll get it done.”

“I’m all for saving money. I do feel we should save the money, but give people all the opportunity to vote.”

“Well, I guess in that instance, if it’s going to save all that money, it will probably be a good thing. It’s going to be inconvenient for a lot of people.”

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

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Letter to the editor

Mayor proposes roundup program to assist students As all of our citizens are aware, the current economic climate has taken a toll on all of us. Our local Industrial Boards have been working very hard to secure jobs for our county, but the climate is tough and competitive to say the least. Surveys and evaluations by the State Economic and Community Development tell us that industries are requiring a workforce that is educated and communities that promote programs to insure the viability of the workforce. The Southwest Tennessee Development District developed the REDI program to assist high school students in pursuing a college education upon graduation. The original intent of the program was to provide “last dollar” assistance to those qualified students, after all grants and scholarships have been exhausted, for two years at Community colleges. Unfortunately, until now, no avenue had been

found to provide the needed funds for McNairy County students, both traditional and nontraditional. Additionally, the McNairy County Board of Education has implemented the One to One program that puts laptop computers in classrooms, for each student, in an effort to promote emphasis on learning and prepare students for tomorrow’s workplace. To these ends, I am proposing to the Board of Aldermen a roundup program that would “roundup” utility bills to the next whole dollar and the proceeds to be equally divided between McNairy County scholarships and the One to One program. The McNairy County scholarships will be awarded to any qualifying student pursuing postsecondary education in the state of Tennessee. Please be aware that 100% of collected funds will go into one of these programs. There will be NO

waste. Several towns have adopted this program with success. Statistics suggest the average utility customer would contribute approximately $6.00 annually, or an average of $0.50 per month, and with 7,600 customers in our system, the annual contributions to the programs could reach $45,600, or $22,800 for each program. Certainly those customers that choose to be excluded from this initiative need only notify the Selmer Utility Department. I believe several things can be accomplished with this initiative; first it will give qualified students opportunities to continue their education that otherwise might not be available to them. Secondly it sends a signal to those industries that look at our area that “we get it” and are addressing their needs for a better educated workforce. And thirdly, it gives all of us the opportunity to participate and

contribute to the development of our area and help address the needs of our students. Additionally, I would encourage the other Utility districts of Eastview, Michie, Ramer, Bethel Springs and Adamsville to implement the same program. With the combined resources we could provide upwards of $125,000 annually to these two programs. That would speak volumes to prospective employers of McNairy County’s commitment to the development of our workforce. I hope you will join me in this effort. It is now time for McNairy Countians to “step up” and provide for our students in a simple, cost efficient way to ensure the future of our county. Let your voices be heard…tell your Alderman how you feel about this proposal!! Thank you, David Robinson Mayor, Town of Selmer

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 • CPL Andrew W. Bayless USMC • PFC Andy Bryant • Sgt. Kyle A. Brown, USMC • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • PVT Matlock Caffrey, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Lance Corp. Jay Clayton • Specialist Jeramy Clayton • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • CPL Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • SPC Mark A. Cooper, US Army • SGT James P. Crain • PFC Anthony “Tony” Crouse • SGT Major Joel Crouse • SP4 Richard Crouse • Aaron J. Cull Senior Airman U.S. Airforce • SGT Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • SGT Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Captain Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Corporal Bradley Eisenhut, USMC

• Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison • LCPL Dwight A. Emily Jr. • PV2 Jana Estes • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson • PV2 Skyler Gammill, US Army • Lydia Gillis, US Navy E3 • Malcolm Gillis E6, US Army National Guard • SSGT Stephen R. Graham • Daniel Gray, USMC Lance Corporal • SGT Rob Gray, US Army • A1C Stephanie Lynn Griffin, USAF • SSGT Dustin Hamm, USMC • PFC Isaac Harville • Lieutenant Colonel (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • SPC Matthew Hemby, Army • SGT Brian W. Hendrix • SGT Timothy Hixon • Staff Sergeant Brian Lee Hood • Wes Huffman, Air Force • Private Alex Johnson, US Army • SGT Ricky L. Jordan, USMC • Army Officer 1st Lt. James Lax

• Sergeant Joseph Lilly • Captain Troy E. Mathis • 1st LT Jessica Mayfield, US Army in Iraq • SPC Ritchie A. McCrary • SPC Dustin McDonald • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF • Joshua Lane Meek, Army • Jeffery Mitchell, Lance Corporal • SSGT Patrick Michael Moore, Nat. Guard • SGT Major Paula Norris • Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • SPC Jeffery A. Pickett, US Army • SPC William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. Guard • SPC Robert H. Pittman, II • CPL James Scott Powell • CPL John M. Powell • Ernest Purez, Air Force • E4 Sophia Reinke • SGT. Charlie Rickman, US Army • John Robinson US Navy • S/ST Ryan Robinson Air Force • Angel Rodriguez, Petty Officer US Navy

• SPC Blake Rudd • Specialist Robert Rzasa • Veronica Sebree Petty Officer 3rd Class • Alan Seigers, Army • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy • CPL Gene Smith, USMC • SPC Hector Soto, Jr., Army • CPL Sam Speck, USMC • SGT Shaun Spicher, USMC • SPC Daniel Sullivan, Army • Jeremy Thompson • ET3 Jeremy Wilbanks, US Coast Guard • PVT Demaro Wiley, SC, Army National Guard • Joseph Lloyd Williams MM3 US Navy • Master Sergeant Stanley Wilson, Retired - USAF • SPC Jeffrey Witoszczak U.S. Army • Petty Officer James Matthew Wolford EDITOR’S NOTE: If your loved one has had a change in active duty status, please contact us at (731) 645-5346.

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Wednesday, September 21, 2011

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Mr. & Mrs. Eldridge King

69th Wedding Anniversary Eldridge and Lonell King of Selmer, TN will celebrate their 69th wedding anniversary on Monday, September 26th, 2011. They were married in Corinth, MS in 1942. They have 5 children, 11 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. The family wishes them a very happy anniversary. “We love you! Mom and Dad (papaw and mamaw).”

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Nathan Lee & John Blake Cox

Happy Birthday Twins! Nathan and Blake Cox turned one year old on August 1, 2011. They are the twin sons of Brandon and Lisa Cox of Selmer. They have one big brother, Johnathan. Nathan and Blake’s grandparents are Junior and the late Dorothy Wilbanks of Ramer and Jeff and Ann Cox of Selmer.

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Hamlington - Smith Katharine Ludella Hamlington and Bradford Julian Smith exchanged wedding vows on Saturday, May 7, 2011 at 4:30 PM in an outdoor ceremony at Pickwick Plantation in Pickwick, TN with Dr. Donald P. Gaver of New Orleans, LA leading the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of James and Karen Hamlington of Bethel Springs. The groom is the son of Susan and the late Kenyon Smith of Charlotte, VT. Kate was given in marriage by her father, Jim Hamlington. The Matron of Honor was Megan Ward Hamlington, sisterin-law of the bride of Auburn, AL. Bridesmaids were Hannah Smith, sister of the groom of Burlington, VT; Sarah Lukens, friend of the bride and groom of Pittsburg, PA; Sarah Treece, friend of the bride of Florence, AL; Amy Gatzemeyer, friend of the bride of Sierra Vista, AZ; and Olivia Hutcheson, friend of the bride of Clarksville, IN. The Best Man was Patrick Sharrow, friend of the groom of South Burlington, VT. Groomsmen were Jeremy Hamlington, brother of the bride of Auburn, AL; Gus Bacque, friend of the bride and groom of New Orleans, LA; Luke Tarver, friend of the groom of New Orleans, LA; Dave DeCristo, friend of the groom of Burlington, VT; and Jon Pottle, friend of the groom of New Orleans, LA. Readers were Lynda Hamlington Spinolo of Germantown, aunt of the bride; David Smith of Greensboro, VT, family friend of the groom; and Rev. Dr. James C. Jones of Jackson. The wedding was coordinated by Jennifer Harmon of Pickwick Plantation. Music for the ceremony was provided by the Smith Family Quartet of Stantonville. The reception at Pickwick Plantation following the ceremony included mint juleps, appetizers of homemade venison summer sausage and artisan cheese, a barbeque dinner and music by the Nick Carver Band of Murfreesboro. The cake was a daisy-topped cupcake tower by Peggy Burney of Selmer. The evening was attended by many extended family members and friends. Grandparents of the bride attending were Roberta Hamlington of Fairfield Glade and Allan and Pauline Braymen of Burns, OR. Highlights included the bouquet and garter toss, the chair dance, and fireworks send off. The couple honeymooned in Honolulu and Maui, HI and now resides in Charlotte, VT.

Teesha Brittany King & Adam Ryan Hicks

King - Hicks Tim and Tammi King are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter Teesha Brittany King to Adam Ryan Hicks. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Preston and Lucille King of Selmer and J. R. and Nancy Tull of Bethel Springs. Teesha is a 2007 honors graduate of McNairy Central High School and plans to continue her pursuit of a nursing degree in January 2012. The groom-elect is the son of Eddie Hicks of Selmer and Patsy Stephens of Huntsville, AL. His grandparents include the late Jessie and Sallie Hicks of Hurricane, MS and the late Leonard and Allie Mae Hicks of Selmer. Adam is a 2002 graduate of MCHS and is employed at Local 572 Pipefitters Nashville, TN. All friends and family of the couple are cordially invited to attend this special union at a poolside ceremony at the home of Kevin and Susan Redmon on Race Path Rd. in Selmer, TN at 6:30 p.m. on September 24th, 2011. Out of town invitations only will be sent.

Special Brides ...

Lynleigh Parker Lain Butler September 10, 2011 Kirby Smith Andrew Carruth September 17, 2011 Chelsie Brown Greg Finenco October 15, 2011 Christie Clayton Adam Killingsworth December 10, 2011

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• Special thanks to Park’s and Recreation, Sybil, Dennis and the whole crew. • TDOT for their help - Thanks Terry • Community Service Group from M.C.H.S. Good job girls you did a good job on the parking. Our Special Friends: Ann & Greg Davis, Jackie & Erin Pickle, Linda & Jan Banks, Brian & Sandy Long Steve & Glenda Judd • Independent Appeal and McNairy County News for their coverage of our event. ... and last but not least our partners McNairy County Chamber of Commerce & Arts in McNairy (AIM) where would we be without ya’ll. Thank you so much. AND WE THANK OUR COMMUNITY FOR YEAR’S OF SUPPORTING US. Jack, Dee, (A.K.A. Virginia & Lorina - the newcomer) SEE YA’LL NEXT YEAR!

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Saturday, Sept. 24th

Starting at 7 a.m. Whole Hog BBQ & BBQ Chickens ready for sale until all are gone. Several events are scheduled for Saturday: * Multiple family massive yard sale (located at the city ball park - starting at 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.) * Parade to begin at 9:45 a.m. * The Tumbleweed Band will be playing country music for entertainment starting at 11 a.m. til 12:30 p.m. * There will be jumpers & water slide for kids entertainment all day. COME ON DOWN & VISIT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

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McNairy County Health Care

“Ludie”

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By Dorothy Goodrum Contributor

There is an old Gospel song I love and the words go like this; “some call Him Savior, the redeemer of all man but I call Him Jesus because He is my dearest friend”. Today I want to tell you about a lady some call Mom, others Lee Ann, still others social worker but I call her “Ludie” because she is one of my closest friends. This year at the annual Tennessee Health Care convention in Nashville, TN an award was given for Social Worker of the Year. Our very own Lee Ann Warren from McNairy County Health Care Center was the proud recipient of that award. To Congratulations to Lee Ann Warsome, McNairy County ren for being awarded Social Health Care Center with- Worker of the Year this year at the THC Convention in Nashville. out Lee Ann is like a night sky without a star. She plays a very special part in the lives of each of our residents. Lee Ann wears many hats and accomplishes many tasks every day. Our residents and their families depend on her to make sure all their personal needs are met each day. She is patient centered and gives 110% of herself to each one. Many times even after a resident goes home, they and their family will come by and visit with her. Today I can say with all my heart that Lee Ann is not just a social worker but also a friend to all the residents and employees. They know they can call her anytime and she will do whatever she can to make sure their needs are met. She is a very special lady and a friend to all. Please join me in telling this pretty lady what a great job she does everyday. Lee Ann, you are wonderful and I value your friendship more every day. Until next time.....

Bethel springs News By T. C. Williams Chasity Sain visited the eye clinic in Memphis last week accompanied by Willie C. Sain. May she continue to improve . More treatments later. Eugene, Shirley, T. C. Williams and Mozella Baldridge attended the birthday gathering to celebrate Jewel Riddle’s birthday in Humboldt, TN on Friday. We sang and had a wonderful visit even though she was unable to be up due to her illness. She joked and laughed. A brunch was served. Leaving there we visited C. Davis, the former manager of the Atlanta Life Ins. Co. On to visit Rev. T. C. White Jr. at the Veterans Rehab Center. A surprise to him. Was doing better. The trip was enjoyed by all. Meeting friends and family was

church events Multiple Events • Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church We would like to invite you to come worship with us. Sunday school starts at 10:00 and Sunday services start at 11:00. • Lakeview Baptist If you are not able to attend church on Sunday, please watch us live starting at 10:05 a.m. and 5:50 p.m. on our website: lakeviewselmer.com.

September 24

24 Hour Revival Selmer First Baptist Church is having a 24 Hour Revival on September 24 and 25. The theme is “Anticipating the Return of Jesus,” with Evangelist Dr. Ron Herrod, former 1st Vice-President of the Southern Baptist Convention in 2010-

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a pleasure. We extend to Joyce Strickland our deepest sympathy in the loss of her grandchildren. May God continue to bless her and family. Shirley Williams, T. C. and Marlyn Wade, Jodie, Virginia, Brittany, Theresa and Gloria attended the program at the Evangelical Minister Church in Purdy Sunday evening. Their guest church from Bolivar rendered the service. Had a wonderful time in the Lord. Don’t forget the sick & shut ins in your prayers. Life isn’t always easy. Heartaches can arrive in all their fury. As we are born with worry and start to throb but praise God for fervent prayer to lean on as we bow our troubled souls and sob.

Shawntay Walk & Lucas Brasher

Walk - Brasher

Drake Bryson Wicker

Happy Birthday Drake Bryson Wicker turned 2 years old on July 30, 2011, and celebrated with a ‘Yo Gabba Gabba’ themed party on his birthday with family and friends. Drake is the son of Justin and Stephanie Wicker of Adamsville. He is the grandson of Michael and Shelia Smith of Adamsville, Linda Wicker of Adamsville and Wilburn Wicker of Corinth, MS. His great grandparents are Carnell (Rabbit) Smith of Savannah, Walt Turnbo of Selmer, the late Lyman and Edna McCormick, the late Edna Soto Inman, the late Betty Turnbo, all of Adamsville and the late Jamie and Mabel Wicker of Leapwood.

Food Give Away for the Needy Food Give Away for the Needy in McNairy County will be Thursday, September 22, 2011, 8:30 a.m. until all food is given away at new location - 527 Sunset Dr., Corner of Hwy 64 and Sunset Dr., behind the BP Station on left. in Adamsville. 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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Eric & Misti Walk of Selmer, TN, announce the engagement of their daughter, Shawntay Marie Danielle Walk, to Lucas Lane Watkins Brasher of Bethel Springs, TN. The future bride is a 2011 graduate of Gateway Christian Academy in Bethel Springs, TN. Ms. Walk is presently enrolled at Styles & Profiles School of Cosmetology in Selmer, TN. Maternal grandparents are Dennie & Sharon Olsen, of Selmer and Don & Judy Lingo of Corunna, MI. Great grandparents are Laura Anderson of Owosso, MI and Ervie Olsen of Stantonville, TN. Paternal grandparents are the late William Walk of Saginaw, MI, Abe & Kimberly Powell of Laingsburg, MI, and Bill & Sandy Hansen of Saginaw, MI. Great grandparents are Emil and Polly Walk of Florida and Lyle & Violet Splan of Owosso, MI. The future groom is a 2010 graduate of New Beginnings Christian Academy of Savannah, TN. Lucas Lane is the son of Sandra Watkins Brasher of Big Sandy, TN and Jeffery Brasher of Saltillo, TN. Lane is an avid horseman. He trains and breaks horses. His grandparents are Lloyd & Brenda Watkins of Bethel Springs, TN. Great grandparents are the late Lebron & Cornelia Chapman of Bethel Springs and Leonard & Merle Watkins of Enville, TN. Lane and Shawntay share a passion of animals and especially horses. A September 14, 2012 wedding is planned. Location and time of the wedding will be announced, as the date nears. All friends and relatives are invited to attend.

Antioch Church of Christ hosting

Friends & Family Day on

September 25, 2011 Please be our special guest and join us on this day as we mark “75 years of service to God” in the Ramer community. Schedule of Services for the day: Bible Class - 9:30 a.m. Worship - 10:15 a.m. Potluck Luncheon Afternoon Service - 1:00 p.m.

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2011. To start the event, there will be a pizza supper at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 24, with the revival service at 7 p.m. Revival services will continue on Sunday, September 24, at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. All are invited to join the church family.

September 25

•Cypress Creek 73rd Anniversary The 73rd church anniversary of Cypress Creek First Baptist, 14 Falcon Rd., Selmer will be Sunday, September 25th at 3 p.m. Guest speaker

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Selmer - B T Kiser, principal; Lucille Abernathy, Geraldine Clark, Nell Combs, Mola Etheridge, Alberta Gillespie, Frances Henderson, Jacqueline Hamilton, Mary Holcomb, Nora Houston, Gaytha Hudson, Celeste Higginbottom, Jo Johnson, Rubye Johnson, Grace Kiser, Dale McDaniel, Irene Moore, John Lee Powers, Lois Prather, L H Plunk, Lena Mae Rinehart, Clara Robinson, Katherine Scott, Jerry B Smith, Hazel Steadman, Henrietta Surratt, James Trevathan, Merle Weatherford, Maggie Wooten, Myrlee Wright, Robert Bearden, Treadwell Gooch, Rachel Maxedon. Selmer Colored - W E Ledbetter, principal; Lucius Bond, Mabel Davis, Samuel Floyd, Samuel Robertson, Lautheree Thompson, Hattie M Wynn, Garlon Johnson St Rest Colored - Daisy Wyke, Alice Mann Stantonville - Ted Smith, principal; Johnnie McDaniel, Nona Plunk, Willard A Smith, Edna Wagoner. Sulphur Springs - Murray Barber, Winnie Mitchell, Mary Higginbottom. Tri County - Irene Meek, Joe Young Homebound - W P Littlefield. Special Education - J O Littlefield. Attendance - C L Moore. Colored Supervising teacher - Josie Clemons. Supervising teacher - Kathleen Wright.- Lunchroom Supervisor - Mary Louise Richardson. Selmer School started 55th term July 30, 1951. Five new faculty members: Martha Smith, first grade; Rachel Maxedon, second grade; Treadwell Gooch, eighth grade; Robert Bearden, head of the new agriculture dept; Dale McDaniel, football coach. The

will be Pastor Caleb Williams of Zion Chapel MB Church, New Albany, MS. For more information call 645-8094.

• Crump First Baptist Homecoming On Sunday September 25th at 11 a.m. with lunch after. Brother Ronnie Sells of Friendship Baptist speaking. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. The Master’s Quartet will be singing at 1 p.m.

•Revival Chewalla Baptist Church Dr. Charles Fowler will be preaching in revival services at Chewalla Baptist on Sept. 25-28. Sunday’s service will begin at 6 p.m. and the MondayWednesday services will begin at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Fowler, pastor of Germantown Baptist, has been the interim pastor at several churches in McNairy County. For more information, call 239-6222.

Community Cookout •Bethesda Presbyterian Church invites you to a community cookout on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. There will be music and singing provided by the group Forgiven and activities for the kids.

lunch room is now a separate dept under the direction of Mrs Mary Travis. Two new sinks, an oven and a Hobart Mixer have been added. The Home Ec building has been pained inside and out. A walk has been constructed from the high school to the band house. New courses this year: Agriculture, Economics, Sociology and Problems of Democracy. Pebble Hill by Mrs Gerry Kiddy - The J C Whitaker family has returned from Gary, Ind. Where he has been employed. Mrs Dave Fisher is not doing so well. Mrs Mattie Donahoe is well enough to attend church now. Revival meeting closed here last Friday night. Mr and Mrs Thomas Killingsworth have moved here from Missouri. Bethesda Cemetery cleaning Saturday, August 11. Mrs Acie Plunk welcomed a visit from her brother, Mr Hubbard. She has not seen her brother for 22 years. He now lives in Memphis, recently moving there from the Ozark Mountains. They were reunited by radio. Sulphur Springs by Miss Joyce Cox: Samuel Moore is spending a 14 day furlough with family and friends. Mr and Mr Carlie Cox and family enjoyed a birthday dinner in honor of Mr J O Cox at the home of Mr and Mrs A H Brown. Ramer by Mrs J R Hamm - The annual revival began at the Baptist Church last Sunday. Mt Vernon C P Church will hold a revival next week. Rev J T Buck will conduct the services. Antioch Church has had a meeting in progress for ten days with several additions to the church. Mr and Mrs Bruce Mitchell attended a horse show at Okalona, Miss. They own Shadow Lawn Farm and exhibited a horse writ-

ten by Ferrell Smith won a ribbon at the show. Jim Wallace was found unconscious under a tractor which overturned with him on William Hill. Passersby removed him from the wreckage and carried him to Humphrey-Phillips’s Clinic. He is slowly improving. Ramer School opened with a good attendance. Stantonville by Mrs Edgar Smith - James Robert Jordon and Billy Gene Smith of the US Navy are visiting their parents for a few days. Beauty Hill by Mrs E C Holland - Charles Robert Lipford and Miss Nona Jean Scott got married last Saturday afternoon. Mrs Ruth Hill received news of the death of her grandfather, Mr Jess Teague, of Milan. Little Bobby Earl Burkeens, 15 day old infant of Mr and Mrs Cletus Burkeen died last week. He was buried in the Beauty Hill Cemetery. News of the Young Folks by Anne Claire Wright - After enlisting in the Navy in May, a group of McNairy county boys are home on 14 day leave: James Wharton, Billy Smith, James Jordan, Hubert Miller, Kenneth Gooch, Will Dee McClain. Gravel Hill by Mrs Opal Gray - Mr J H Sims doesn’t show much improvement. Mr and Mrs Neil DeLoach, Arthur Smith and Opal Gray enjoyed ball games at St Louis last weekend. Mr and Mrs Stanton Littlejohn entertained the following with a weiner roast and ice cream supper: Miss LaJune Lowery; Mr and Mrs James Patey; Mr and Mrs Roy Huggins and Don; Mr and Mrs Sam Washburn and children; Mr and Mrs Jessie Curtis; Mr and Mrs Willie Littlejohn and Wreathie; Mr and Mrs Wiley Randolph and Jean; Mr L B Pearson, Mrs Arthur Smith, Eddie and Carolyn; Terry Green; Gerry Wardlow; Charles Jernigan and

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Wednesday, september 21, 2011

Selmer parks and rec plans activity-packed fall

October 2

• Church Dedication Bethesda Presbyterian Church will be having a dedication service on Sunday, October 2, 2011 from 2 to 4 p.m. Please come and fellowship with us as we dedicate our new church building. • Sanctified Church Homecoming Homecoming will be at the Sanctified Church on Rose Creek Rd. with Brother LeRoy Rigsby as special speaker. Music by Shelia Henny and Sharon Hart. Lunch follows in fellowship hall after morning service.

Rayburn Richard. Miss Verlin Horton of Selmer and Mr Malcom George of Michie were married July 26 at Miss Horton’s home. Selmer Rose Club met in the home of Mr and Mrs Alex Garrison with 16 members and three visitors: Mrs Minnie Abernathy, Mrs Adcock, and Mayor Will Tom Abernathy. Mr Abernathy gave an interesting talk on beautifying our city. Miss Sarah Nell Lunceford, daughter of Mr and Mrs Emmett Lunceford of Selmer became the bride of Mr Claude E Watts of Memphis. The ceremony took place in the rose garden of her cousin, Mr John D Wyatt. Music was presented by Mrs S R Chambers and John D Wyatt. Miss Jo Ann Barr was maid of honor and Mr David Vance was best man. Servers were Miss Annie Lou Robinson, Mrs Billy Walker, Mrs Bert Arnold Maxedon and Miss Bettie Barbee. Miss Elizabeth Ann Burks registered the guests. Selmer by Mrs Terry Abernathy - Mrs Sam Perkins had a major operation in the Booneville hospital. Pfc George Douglas is home on furlough. Mrs Irene Wyatt complimented her great niece, Miss Sarah Lunceford with a rehearsal party. Miss Helen Louise Waters, daughter of Mr and Mrs Lorn F Waters, of Georgia became the bride of Lt William Lawrence Bolton, son of Mrs Ruth Brumley of Selmer. The wedding took place at the Grace Methodist church in Atlanta, Ga. A shower was given for Rebecca Elam Surratt in the Stantonville lunch room. Her husband is in the service of his country. Games were played and prizes won by

By Jeff Whitten Staff Writer

The Selmer Parks and Recreation Department has a packed schedule of activities for fall. Among them are sports, classes and a beauty pageant for charity. Sign-ups for soccer and softball are now complete. Games will begin on Sept. 17 and will be played on each Saturday until Oct. 22, according to Selmer Parks and Recreation Director Sybil Dancer. Ages run from 3 years old to 13. Costs are $40. This includes uniforms. Basketball sign-ups will go until Oct. 31. Teams will practice in Nov. and Dec. Games will begin Jan. 7. Classes to be held at the Com-

Mrs Carl Chandler, Mrs Jim Glidewell and Miss Faye Hamm. The bride received 95 gifts, but the best was a Lane cedar chest given by her mother, Mrs Lala Elam. Mrs Everett Henson was hostess to the Oxford Creek Home Demonstration Club with 17 members present. Mrs Arnold Hockaday called the meeting to order. Devotion by Mrs James Henson. Roll call by Mrs Vernon Brown. Recreation was led by Mrs Dolphie McCullar with Mrs Buford Howell and Mrs Tom Harris prize winners. Lawton by Mrs Hilmer Crabtree - Mrs Grady Browder is real sick. Little Jerry Duke is on the sick list. West Shiloh by Miss Zaida Fullwood - Russell Gray has been in Kennedy Hospital several days. Junior Cody was home from Cap McCoy visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Lonzo Cody. Chewalla by Mrs Carl Crocker - the people of this area are very proud of the black-top road linking Chewalla to Hwy 45. Cpl Lee Howell is due home any day now from Korea. Charles Gamble and Mrs Gamble, home on furlough went by to see his uncle Mr and Mrs Robert Derryberry and grandparents Mr and Mrs Mark Derryberry. News of the Colored by Lula Prather - Born to Mr and Mrs Beatrice Hurst and 10 ½ lb baby girl. Messres Delma Wynn, Arbie Warner, Richard Harper spent the weekend in St Louis and attended the game between Brooklyn and St Louis. They were accompanied by Mrs Charline Smith and children. Showing at the Ritz next week: Father’s Little Dividend - Navy Bound - Belvedere Rings The Bell

munity Center include dance (tap, ballet, jazz, line dancing and ballet), gymnastics, cheerleading and yoga. Dance and gymnastics classes begin Sept. 8. Emergency Management Awareness Day will be held in the Selmer City Park on Sept. 10 and will honor the military, police and firemen. Special needs baseball will be played at Patriot Park starting Sept. 19. Sign-ups are this Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and next Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center. The first annual Pretty in Pink pageant will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 1.This pageant will raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and will go to Relay for Life.

- Bell LeGrand - Vigilantes Hideout - Royal Wedding. Surprise party at the home of Mr and Mrs W T Gooch of Michie for his 76th birthday. Family and friends celebrated: Mr S W Gooch; Mr and Mrs Edredge Pratt and Warren; Mrs Bruce Haynes, Martha and Robert; Mrs Ella Smith; Frank Picketts, Mr and Mrs Ernest Sandstrum, Mr and Mrs Charles Stewart and Charles, Mr and Mrs Lide Goch and Carolyn, Mr and Mrs Roy Atkins, Mr and Mrs Leland Dicus and Dianne. Brothers, Joe Tacker age 77 and Will Dave Tacker age 79, celebrated their birthdays together since they were both born in July. Celebration was at the home of Joe Tacker at Good Hope. 92 people attended the reunion. Will Dave Tacker lives in Okolona, Miss and five of his children and their families were in attendance. All of Joe Taker’s children were there: three sons: Tad, Roy and Troy Tacker. Two daughters Mrs Amos Ragan and Mrs Sherman Treece. Mr J O Cox, age 81 was honored for his birthday in the home of Mr and Mrs O H Brown. Mr and Mrs Cox have five children living and three dead. One child was not able to attend. Those present: Mr and Mrs W M Cox; Mr and Mrs W M Sanders; Mr and Mrs Marvin Cox and Dannie; Mr and Mr Grady Kirk and children; Mrs William Perris and children; Mr and Mrs Harrison Campbell; Mrs Lollie Stanfield and son Harry; Mr and Mrs Wess Dick; Curtesy Gene and Billy Jo Sanders; Guy Wayne, Carline, Ruby, Kathy and Joyce Cox; Troy Dicks; Mr and Mrs William Plunk.

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Newspaper wins awards The Independent Appeal won three awards recently in the annual Tennessee Press Association’s newspaper contest co-sponsored by the University of Tennessee since 1940. In the local features division, the paper won second place. The newspaper submitted editions from May 19, 26 and June 2, 2010 highlighting many helping hands from volunteers stepping up for storm victims from the May 2, 2010 storm, McNairy County Health Care Center’s womanless beauty review, their king and queen, the Buford Pusser Festival and an employee sharing a kidney with a co-worker at the sheriff’s department. Both Russell Ingle, staff writer, and Dorothy Goodrum, McNairy County Health Care Center’s work was duly noted in these awards. Georgia Press Association members judged the awards and stated on the lifestyles award, “Features are well written with good photos and layout.” In the area of public service, the paper won fourth place. This award was based on the coverage of the rise and fall of Robocop, plight of the homeless and hungry, and child abuse prevention at the Carl Perkins Center in Selmer by Publisher Janet Rail and Editor John Philleo. Finally, the Independent Appeal won a fourth place award for community lifestyles. The Feb 17, 23 and March 3, 2010 editions were submitted. “We touted that community lifestyles spans several sections in our paper,” Rail said. Among things noted

in the award were Nancy Kennedy’s Looking Back 50 Years, reflections of past McNairy County Independent publications, and Lisa Forsythe and the MCHS Journalism Class’s Paw Prints, coverage of the local high school. The judge had this to say about community lifestyles, “If it is happening in McNairy County, you’re there – coverage on lots of events that mean a lot to people.”

Newspapers are put into categories based on the size of their circulation. As a result, there are four groups and the Independent Appeal is judged in Group II with weekly circulations of 5,001 to 15,000 with several publishing more than once a week in this category. “It is always an honor to win awards, but even more when your awards are based on judging of your peers and see your

work as award winning,” Rail said. “The readers are the primary judges of our work, and we so appreciate their loyalty every week and continued support.” No award, today, tomorrow or in the future would be possible without the dedication and commitment to excellence in journalism from our capable staff. This award is a mere reflection of them.

Staff photo by Amanda Lowrance

Christen Coulon, editor, presents 2010 Tennessee Press Association Award to Dorothy Goodrum for her McNairy County Healthcare column.

Staff photo by Christen Coulon

Andrew Alexander, assistant editor, presents 2010 Tennessee Press Association Award to Nancy Kennedy for the contribution of her Looking Back column.

Staff photo by Christen Coulon

Amanda Lowrance, head sports writer, presents 2010 Tennessee Press Association Award to Lisa Forsythe for the contribution of her Pawprints section.

MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY Apostolic:

Life Tabernacle 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer Thomas Davis, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Baptist: Freewill: Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Interim Pastor: Bro. Jetta Forsythe

Locke Rd. Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Jim Outland, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. / Wed. 7 p.m.

Lighthouse Baptist Church 1780 Mulberry Ave. Selmer Jorgen Runquest, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Primitive Baptist: Better Hope Primitive Baptist 4235 Leapwood-Enville Rd., Adamsville Elder Gene Gist, Pastor First Sunday of each month beginning at 10:30 a.m. with song service, preaching at 11 a.m.

Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11:15 a.m. Selmer Primitive Baptist Church Sunday night 5:00 p.m. (with exception of 1st & 3rd Sunday) 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer TV-18 Program 1st & 3rd Sunday at 3:00 p.m., Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor Wednesday night Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m. Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Shane Thompson, Pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Independent: Calvary Baptist Church Hwy. 22 North, Adamsville Pastor: Jimmy Cates Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Dr. S. Freed Ware, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Fellowship Baptist Church 1308 High School Rd., Selmer Pastor: J.D. Matlock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. First Baptist Church Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger Rev. Bobby Bray Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Southern: Central Baptist Church 675 Dowty Road, Selmer Bro. Oscar White, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. • Wed.: 7:00 p.m. Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN 38357 Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Cameron Miller Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: 7:00 p.m.

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Cypress Creek First Baptist Church 14 Falcon St., Selmer Pastor: Clifford Wynn Sunday School: 9 a.m. Worship: Sun. 10 a.m. / Wed. 7 p.m.

Pleasant Site Baptist Church 1868 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Bradley Woolworth, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Eastview Baptist Church Hwy. 45 S., Eastview, TN Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy. 57 West, Ramer James Young, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Falcon Baptist Church 777 Falcon Rd., Selmer Bro. Mark Hoover, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Selmer Second Baptist 1004 Peach St., Selmer Tony Polk, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., 11 a.m & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main Street, Adamsville Phil Mitchell, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. Wednesday: 6:45 p.m.

Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Dr. Ronald Meeks, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Bethel Springs 142 Jackson St., Bethel Springs Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Michie 5658 Hwy 22 S., Michie Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. First Baptist Church of Selmer 310 W. Court Avenue, Selmer Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Forty Forks Baptist Church 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs Randy Smith, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Friendship Baptist Church 2370 Friendship Rd., Ramer Bro. Joy Foster Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Tim Elrod, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Nate Penland, Pastor Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:15 p.m. Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Lakeview Baptist Church 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Bro. Harold King Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday: 10:15 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:15 p.m. Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Spr. Rev. Mike Hollaway, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday Discipleship Training: 5 p.m Wednesday: 7 p.m. Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy, TN Bro. Danny Rowland, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 7 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. New Vision Baptist Church 65 Linsey Lane, Selmer George Kyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:15 a.m. Sunday Night: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Cody Hill, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Church of God of Prophecy:

Church of God of Prophecy Hwy. 22 N., Adamsville Butch Kephart, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Church of God of Prophecy 1642 Curtis Hill Church Rd., Bethel Springs Richard Horner, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Church of God of Prophecy 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs James Lawson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Michie Church of God of Prophecy 6681 Hwy. 57 East, Michie Roy Bennett, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m.

Church of Christ: Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy. 22 S., Michie Joe Story, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Ray Wilson, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Cypress Tank Church of Christ 2645 Cypress Tank Rd., Pocahontas Dr. Brian Jackson, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Eastside Church of Christ 1366 E. Poplar, Selmer Luke DeLavergne, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy. 45 S., Selmer Donald Woods, Minister Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Jeremy Weekley, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Liberty Church of Christ 1005 North Liberty Road Michie, TN 38357 731-239-4500 Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy. 142, Stantonville Larry Redmond, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Church of God: Bethel Springs Church of God 1814 Buena Vista Rd., Bethel Springs Aaron Moss, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God 910 Center Ridge Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Terry Resley, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 Sunday Morning Service: 10:45 Sunday Night Service: 5:30 Wednesday: 7:00 Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Rev. Tracy Sanders, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Cumberland Presbyterian:

Sulphur Springs United Methodist Located on Sulphur Springs Rd., Selmer Jim Barber, Pastor Children’s Church: 11 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Union Grove United Methodist Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Stephen Webb, Pastor Sunday School: 10:20 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:20 a.m. Thurs. Bible Study: 6 p.m.

Mt. Vinson United Methodist 2100 Tommy Sanders Rd, Stantonville Glen Scott, Pastor Worship: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: 10:15 Pentecostal: Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church Limon Gage Road Bethel Springs, TN Pastor: Jonathan Tubbs Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Bethel Springs United Pentecostal 3591 Main St., Bethel Springs Jeff Young, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Ben Luttrell, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

First United Pentecostal Eastview 7810 Hwy 45 S., Ramer Rev. Wayne Isbell, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Monday: 7 p.m. Wednesday: 7:15 p.m.

Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd, Ramer Jeff DeWees, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

The Sanctuary of MPC 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30 Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Salem Cumberland Presbyerian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs Earl Phelps, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Gateway Holiness Chapel 2342 Refuge Rd, Bethel Springs Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m. Thursday: 7 p.m.

New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church New Bethel Road Rev. Jeff Powell Worship Service: 9:45 a.m. Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Highway 57 West Ramer, TN Pastor: Albert Brown Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Methodist: Adamsville First United Methodist 225 E Main St., Adamsville Rev. Dr. Toni Watson Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Jim Barber, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. First United Methodist Church P.O. Box 265, Selmer Rev. Mike Pilcher, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Wednesday: Supper 6:15 p.m. & Studies 7 p.m. Lebanon United Methodist Church 250 Chambers Store Rd., Michie Stephen Webb, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church Sticine Road Michie, TN Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Pastor: David Harstin Pebble Hill Methodist Ch. 2768 Chambers Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Stantonville United Methodist Church 8351 Hwy 142, Stantonville, TN David Harstin, Pastor Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Presbyterian: Bethel Springs Presbyterian Church 59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Rev. Dr. Larry W. (Bud) Sizemore Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Bethesda Presbyterian Church 50 Bethesda Loop, Selmer Bro. Chris Dancer, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. First Presbyterian Church USA 800 Poplar Ave., Selmer Dr. James Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Fellowship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Mount Sharon Presbyterian Church 108 Mt. Sharon Rd., Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Roman Catholic: St. Jude the Apostle 1318 Poplar, Hwy. 64, Selmer Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. 1st. Saturday: 8 a.m. Seventh-Day Adventist: Bethel Springs Seventh Day Adventist 4352 Main St., Bethel Springs John Johnston, Pastor Saturday Worship: 9 a.m. Sabbath School: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Other/Non-Denominational: A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Believers’ Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Bill Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

First Christian Church 133 N. Third St., Selmer Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Faith Pointe Church 440 Hwy. 64, Adamsville Marcus Whitman, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Fellowship Church 142 South Y Shopping Center Selmer, Tennessee Wednesday - 7p.m. Sunday - 10 a.m. For info call 731-434-0097 www.onechurchnow.com

Moores School House Full Gospel Fellowship Church 115 Tull Road, Selmer 731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Nights: 7 p.m. Harvest Bible College Harvest Evangelistic Intl. Ministries Inc. 349 Old Hwy 45 S, Guys Roger Reece, Pastor Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Nights: 7 p.m. Petra Ministries Church 393 S. 6th Street Selmer, TN 38375 Phone 731-434-1002 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday Night: 6:00 P.M. Thursday Bible Study: 7:00 P.M. Pastors, Paul and Bonnie Young

Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 12 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 p.m. Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach Street, Selmer Bro. Paul Henley, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. World of Truth Church Hwy. 57 West, Ramer Larry Cooksey, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. God’s Way Church 1121 Peach Street, Selmer Kerry Sanders, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Thursday night: 7 p.m.

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Local golfers state-bound By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

Three area high school golfers qualified for the state tournament after a soggy Region 8 A-AA Tournament at the

Tennessee River Golf and Country Club in Decatur County last Monday. McNairy Central’s Jason Kirk, who finished his day with a 6-over-par 77, was the lone male

golfer from McNairy County to advance to the state tournament even though the Bobcat boys’ team score of 323 was enough to land them in second place. Blake Chandler

shot 78, Dakota Roden carded an 81, and Matt Chandler shot an 87. MCHS’s Valerie Jones, and Adamsville’s Taylor Hutton earned their way into state tournament contention, despite

the water-logged golf course. Both shot 110 in horrid golfing conditions that saw soaked fairway, slow greens, and long rain delays, according to Bobcat Head Coach Adam Day. Hutton was

awarded fourth place medalist honors for her efforts. The 2011 A-AA State Tournament will be held at WillowBrook Golf Club in Manchester, Tenn on Sept. 27-28.

By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

We’re three weeks into the college football season and soon the national sports media will begin showcasing players they Andrew feel are worthy Alexander of consideration for the Heisman Trophy. Names like Andrew Luck of Stanford, LaMichael James of Oregon, Kellen Moore of Boise State, Landry Jones of Oklahoma, Russell Wilson of Wisconsin, Trent Richardson of Alabama, and Marcus Lattimore of South Carolina are sure to be mentioned in these conversations, but this week, I’d like to give my readers some insight into several players that might not receive as much credit as they deserve. This is my list of dark horse candidates for the 2011 Heisman Trophy. These players don’t have the best odds of being invited to the Heisman Trophy presentation at the end of the season in New York City, but crazier things have happened. You may not agree and I may completely miss on some of these guys, but time will tell, so we’ll just have to watch and see. 1.) QB Denard Robinson, Michigan. Robinson, nicknamed ‘Shoelace,’ is one of the most electrifying athletes in all of college sports. It is certainly a shame that he wears the maze and blue. The Wolverines will lean on him as he continues to lead them in both passing and rushing yards. 2.) RB Chris Rainey, Florida. If the Gators have any shot at all of running the SEC gauntlet, they’ll have to rely heavily on Rainey putting the team on his back. He currently leads Florida in offensive production with 520 total yards and four touchdowns. 3.) QB B.J. Daniels, South Florida. Daniels currently accounts for 940 of the 3-0 Bulls’ 1,500 yards of offense, and seven of the team’s 13 touchdowns. His team has a legitimate chance of making it to a BCS bowl game as long as he continues his trend of winning and production. 4.) QB Case Keenum, Houston. Keenum has already accumulated over 1,100 passing yards and 10 touchdowns, and has his Cougars off to a 3-0 start. The kid has thrown for over 14,000 yards, and is approaching the NCAA record for career passing yards. Barring injury, that record will be broken. 5.) RB Ronnie Hillman, San Diego State. In 2010, Hillman ran for 1,532 yards and 17 touchdowns. He was only a freshman. In his sophomore season, he has already rushed for eight touchdowns and 497 yards on the ground through three games. Count on him to be amongst the nation’s leading rushers at the end of the year. Realistically, only one or two of these guys has any shot at all to be hoisting the Heisman Trophy in 2011, but all of them will be the backbone of their respective teams and worthy of your attention. (The views in this column are the opinion of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Independent Appeal or its owner.)

Jason Kirk

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AHS victorious at homecoming

Cardinal defense cages Lions By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

Staff Photos by Andrew Alexander

Josh Chappell and Jacob Dengler smother Scotts Hill’s running back in the third quarter of Friday night’s homecoming game against the Lions.

Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander

Adamsville’s Homecoming Court stands mid-field at Lendon Martin Memorial Stadium with their escorts. (Front) Freshman Katlin Edwards, Sophomore Madison Nabors, Junior Elisabeth Churchwell, Senior Macayla Kiddy, Homecoming Queen Kelsey Chambers, Homecoming Sweetheart Victoria Johnson, Junior Whitney Wrzesniewski, Sophomore Tanna Rose, and Freshman Makena Parrish. (Back) Peyton Surratt, Jacob Wallace, Brandon White, Josh Sinclair, Hunter Sagely, T.J. Griffin, John Mark Pettit, Lane Burcham, and Tucker Campbell.

Adamsville’s homecoming was a joyous occasion Friday night as AHS routed the Scotts Hill Lions 49-7 at Lendon Martin Memorial Stadium to remain undefeated at home and in their district. “Coach Woodmore, and all of our coaches, do a good job. You’ll see improvements every week,” said Head Coach Brandon Gray. “[The defense] is starting to come together, and they’re starting to work better as a team. If you don’t do your job, it’ll bite you. You do your job, and we’ll have everything covered.” The Cardinal defense stepped up allowing only five Lion first downs and giving up zero points in the first half against Scotts Hill, which gave some younger Adamsville players an opportunity to get some valuable on-field experience in the second half. On Scotts Hill’s first possession of the game, John Reed Odom intercepted a bobbled third down pass, and took it to the house to give AHS a 7-0 lead after Dustin Plunk’s extra point split the uprights. The Cardinal defense forced a quick three-and-out on the Lions’ next possession, and the offense turned around and put six more on the scoreboard when Dalton Plunk connected with Jalen Kendall for a 5-yard touchdown pass. Dustin Plunk’s second extra point attempt of the night was true and Adamsville held a 14-0 lead with 3:32 remaining in the first quarter. Josh Shoate came up with Adamsville’s second interception of the game, and on the ensuing drive Plunk completed a short pass to Zak Neary who punched in another touchdown with 10:18 left in the half. Following the point after touchdown, AHS led 21-0. Scott Hill’s next drive resulted in a fumble recovery by AHS’s Bradley Hornbuckle. Adamsville took advantage of

the third Lion turnover when Odom hooked up with Shoate for a 14-yard touchdown strike, giving the Cardinals a 28-0 lead with 6:10 remaining in the second quarter after the PAT. Odom picked the Lions’ pockets once again, intercepting a pass with 2:03 left before halftime. Taylor Alexander got the nod for Adamsville on their next drive and plowed his way over Scotts Hill defenders to score on a 16-yard touchdown run, making the score 35-0 at halftime. After one half of play, Adamsville had forced four Lion turnovers, resulting in 28 points for the Cardinals, and giving them the cushion they needed to insert some underclassmen into the mix. AHS came out in the second half determined to eat up the game clock. Adamsville pieced together a drive that was capped off by Alexander’s second touchdown run of the night, eating up 4:55 in the process and making the score 42-0. It was not until the waning moments of the third quarter that Scotts Hill finally removed the donut from their side of the scoreboard when Blake Boring caught a touchdown pass to shave Adamsville’s lead to 35. Adamsville got the ball back to begin the fourth quarter and would not relinquish possession. A long drive culminated with Cardinal offensive lineman Drake Fox doing his best William “The Refrigerator” Perry impression on a 3-yard touchdown run as regulation expired, finalizing AHS’s 49-7 district victory. “Good things are going to happen in the future,” Gray said in regards to his younger players seeing some action. “You want to get those guys ready for games. They all did good, and that makes you feel good as a coach. If you can make a varsity team really have to earn what they’re doing, that’s posi-

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McNairy continues to struggle By Amanda Lowrance Sports Writer

Jackson South Side defeated the McNairy Central Bobcats 35-7 at Don Whittaker Memorial Stadium last Friday. The game marks the fifth straight loss for the MCHS program that’s last win, a 35-27 victory over Jackson Central-Merry, came Oct. 22, 2010. “I felt that in the first half, the game plan was intact and it was working,” said Coach Jim Glover. “Everything that we did offensively, defensively, kicking game was rolling right along.” Many Bobcat fans took issue with the officiating, with several disputed red zone calls going against MCHS. But blown calls alone, still don’t account for the four-touchdown Bobcat loss. “We had a couple of passes that we got beat on,” said Glover. “One of them was what should have been an offensive interference call that the officials missed.” To start the night, McNairy

won the toss and elected to receive the kick off. Jarrett Mood caught the kick off and returned. The Bobcats took a chance on the fourth down and it resulted in a turnover on downs after an incomplete pass to the end zone. South Side then began at the 26-yard-line. The Hawks completed a long 2nd down pass to an open runner for a touchdown. South Side took the two point conversion and an 8-0 lead with more than four minutes remaining in the first quarter. The kickoff return fell into the hands of Mood and he fought his way through the stampede of Hawks for a first down at the 37-yard-line. McNairy made it past mid-field, but Casey Akin was forced to punt the ball on fourth down. The first quarter finished at 8-0. McNairy then recovered a fumble and an Austin Gafford catch on the following play got MCHS near the end zone but

was pulled back due to a holding call. McNairy then turned the ball over on downs but recovered a muffed punt to regain possession. The Bobcats failed to capitalize on the turnover, and again punted the ball away on fourth down. South side took over on the 16-yard-line and brought it to the end zone for a second touchdown with more than two minutes to go in the first half. The extra point made the score 15-0. Mood took off with the kickoff return, bobbing and weaving to the end zone for an 80 yard touchdown. The crowd went wild and celebrated the tremendous effort displayed by the Bobcats. Kicker Jacob Williams put South Side at the 27-yard-line after the kickoff. Then Jack Smith and D.J. Lynum sacked the Hawks quarterback behind the line of scrimmage for a loss of three yards.

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Looking for a hole in the defensive line, Justin Sutton swiftly moves his feet to keep the play alive. Forty seconds ticked off the board to end the first half. “We felt really good coming in at halftime 15-7,” said Glover. “We knew that we had control and had some opportunities to score two other times, but it just

didn’t work out.” The Hawks came out strong with a kickoff return to their own 46-yard-line. Less than three minutes into the third,

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Bethel survives at Ramer, Michie picks up first win By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

Bethel- 26 Ramer- 22 The Bethel Springs Rebels escaped from Ramer with their perfect record in the county intact, pulling out a 26-22 victory in a game that was not decided until late in the fourth quarter. The Rebels jumped out to an early 8-0 lead after Tata Newsom returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown, and followed it up by jetting into the end zone, converting the 2-point conversion attempt. The Eagles failed to get the ball rolling on their first offensive possession and were forced to punt. Bethel’s Dylan Crabb found a wide-open Darwin Kelly for a 45-yard touchdown pass, giving the Rebels a 14-0 lead at the end of the first quarter after the failed 2-point attempt. Things tightened up in the second quarter when Ramer’s Bryant James found the end zone twice on six and 16-yard touchdown carries, erasing the Eagles’ deficit. Newsom got loose once more before the half ended for a 57yard touchdown run, giving Bethel a 20-14 advantage at the break. The Eagles came out focused in the third quarter, and James tacked on another six points for Ramer, before banging in the 2-point conversion that gave them a 22-20 lead. With only minutes remaining in the game, Bethel worked their way down the field desperately needing a score. Their drive was finally capped off by Newsom’s third touchdown of the evening, but the door was left open for Ramer to steal the victory away from the Rebels when they failed to convert the 2-point conversion. Bethel kicked off with a four point lead that could have easily turned into a two point deficit and a loss, but DeKorea Dilworth’s interception sealed the deal for the Rebels, and thwarted the Eagles’ comeback. Ramer gained 178 offensive yards and only turned the ball over once, but allowed big gains on kickoff coverage, and big plays

from the Rebel offense as they gained over 260 yards on offense. James led the Eagle offense with 156 yards of total offense and three touchdowns. He also led the defense with 13 tackles and a sack. Ramer’s Logan Essary completed one pass for 20 yards and three tackles on defense. Kameron Atkins caught a 16-yard pass from Ryan Nixon and also recorded six tackles. Kody Moore rounded out the Eagles’ offensive production with a 10-yard carry. Chase Burdette had six tackles, Dominique Bailey had three, Staff Photo by Andrew Alexander and Jesse McClain had one. Newsom led the way for the Rebel Darwin Kelly launches a pass downfield to Darius Sanders, Rebels with 252 total yards and setting Bethel up for a touchdown later in the drive. three touchdowns, including kick better tonight.” full responsibility for our perforreturns. He also had four tackles The Blue Devils trailed for the mance,” said Lion Head Coach on defense. entire game until Clint Coleman Larry Williams. “When you play Kelly was the most productive broke into the end zone, tying the a team like JCS, you can’t afford member of the Rebel defense, re- game 6-6. Kyle Sanders took the not to play good, but we are going cording 11 tackles. He also had a hand off on the 2-point conver- to better prepare ourselves this touchdown and 118 yards of total sion attempt and crossed the goal week.” offense, including kick returns. A slow start in the first two line, giving Michie the lead they Darius Sanders caught one would not relinquish. quarters left Selmer in a 24-0 hole pass for 34 yards, and Crabb com“We are glad to leave with a at halftime. The Lions’ offense pleted a 45-yard touchdown pass, win,” said Cleary. “Hopefully we woke up in the second half, outand had three yards rushing, and can finish the season strong.” scoring the Eagles 14-6, but the three tackles on defense. Sanders led the Blue Devils late surge was not enough. Dilworth had an intercep- completing one pass for 32 yards, Blake Sweat scored a touchtion and a tackle, Hunter Ross carrying the ball 10 times for 112 down for the Lions and had two had eight tackles, Dalton Gates yards, and also had six tackles and tackles on defense. Nick Crum and Jeremy Harris each had five a fumble recovery on defense. also crossed the goal line for a tackles, and Anthony Harris and Coleman had six carries for touchdown. Mykeal Hudson each had four. 47 yards and a touchdown, and Jeremiah Sanders carried the Dakota Dixon had two tackles completed one pass for 13 yards. ball six times for 30 yards and and one assisted tackle-for-loss. Trace Goodwin gained 44 converted a 2-point conversion. Bethel improved to 4-0 on the yards on seven touches, and also Lorenzo Clark had 16 yards on season and 2-0 in the county. The recorded four tackles. George Da- five carries, and Dylan Sweat finRebels went on to play Reagan vis had three yards rushing and ished with four yards on four atSouthside last Tuesday in Bethel, three tackles, and Parker Wheeler tempts to go along with his four and will have an even bigger chal- had 32 yards receiving and two tackles on defense. Sweat also lenge when they host 3-1 Adams- tackles. caught a pass in the contest. ville Thursday. Casey Coleson had four tackDylan Whirley recorded four Ramer’s loss marked their tackles, and Ben Moore, Alex les, and Bryce Youngerman had third straight since starting the Browder, and Gage Sims each had two. season 2-0. The Eagles are 1-2 in three tackles. The 1-3 Lions will play the 2-3 the county, and will travel to SelMichie’s win gave them a 1-4 Ramer Eagles at Don Whitacker mer Thursday to do battle with record on the season going into Memorial Stadium in Selmer the Lions. their game last Tuesday against Thursday, and will then travel to Bethel Springs to play the Rebels Pickwick Southside. Michie- 8 on Monday. Middleton- 6 JCS- 30 The Michie Blue Devils picked Beaver Selmer- 14 up their first win of the season last Adamsville (Postponed) The Selmer Lions waited too Thursday on the road in Middle- long to get their offense going in The game between Adamston, defeating the Tigers 8-6. a game against Jackson Christian ville and Beaver last Thursday “We moved the ball down- School last Thursday in Jackson, was postponed due to wet field field well on offense,” said Michie falling to the Eagle 30-14. conditions. Head Coach Michael Cleary, “and “We didn’t play well and I take our defensive effort was much

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2011 Independent Appeal College Football Pick’em Week #3 Results: LSU 19, Miss St. 6; Clemson 38, Auburn 24; Florida 33, Tennessee 23; Miami (FL) 24, Ohio St. 6; Oklahoma 23, Florida St. 13 Week #4 Games: UNC @ Georgia Tech, Arkansas @ Alabama, Oklahoma St. @ Texas A&M, LSU @ West Virginia, USC @ Arizona St.

AHS Head Coach Brandon Gray

AHS Asst. Coach Renard Woodmore

MCHS Head Coach Jim Glover

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Sports Writer Andrew Alexander

2011 Record: 7-8 Week #3: 2-3 Week #4 Picks:

2011 Record: 7-8 Week #3: 3-2 Week #4 Picks:

2011 Record: 7-8 Week #3: 1-4 Week #4 Picks:

2011 Record: 10-5

Georgia Tech Alabama Oklahoma State LSU USC

Georgia Tech Alabama Texas A&M LSU USC

Georgia Tech Alabama Oklahoma State LSU Arizona State

“I need a timeout!”

“LSU has a great defense, and for another week the defense pulls it out.”

“Hog cookin’ time in Tuscaloosa... and the Mad Hatter takes care of the Mountaineers.”

Week #3: 4-1 Week #4 Picks:

“Roll Tide, baby!”

Contenders emerge in Week #3

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“I’m not a Vols fan, but I despise Lane Kiffin. I’ll take the Sun Devils for the upset.”

sportsbriefs Adamsville Tennis Tournament The Adamsville High School tennis team will be sponsoring a non-sanctioned tennis tournament Oct. 14-16 at Buford Pusser Memorial Park in Adamsville. The tournament will be open to all, and the deadline for entry is Wednesday, Oct. 12, at 9 p.m. For more information or entry forms, contact Michael Harvill at (731) 632-3273 between noon-1 p.m. Monday through Friday, or at (731) 239-2434 after 6 p.m.

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Week #4: Area High School Football Results

By Andrew Alexander There was some distance created between several of the Independent Appeal’s College Football Pick’em contenders in Week #3 to go along with pretenders being exposed on the playing field. Among the Facebook contestants, Brooke Redmon Benton came away with the most correct picks, going 5-0 in Week #3 and winning a $25 gift certificate to Saw Meal Restaurant in Adamsville. Three weeks into our pick’em, Coach Gray, Woodmore, and Glover are tied at 7-8, and Coach Alldredge and myself are tied at 10-5. We all went with LSU last week and none of us were disappointed as the stingy Tiger defense muzzled the Bulldogs. Auburn’s 17-game win streak was snapped in Death Valley by the Clemson Tigers, who replaced Auburn’s War Eagle as the 21st ranked team in the Associated Press’ Top 25. Florida, and Chris Rainey, proved Woodmore right as the Vols were swallowed up by the Gators in the Swamp, 33-23. The Hurricanes blew Ohio State right out of the stadium. Miami’s Lamar Miller ran all over the Buckeyes, chalking up a miss for myself and every coach but Alldredge. The Seminoles put up a tough fight, but the Sooners circled the wagons and held on to their #1 ranking with a 23-13 victory. Out of the five losing teams, Florida State had the best showing and will probably be okay in their conference. As for the rest of the losers in Week #3, things could get grim quickly. MSU is off to a 1-2 start. They’ll play two cupcakes and Georgia in the next three weeks, but the Bulldogs still have to face South Carolina, Alabama, and Arkansas. The Vols will play LSU, ‘Bama, and South Carolina in consecutive weeks, take a quick breather with a game against Middle Tennessee State University, and then head to Arkansas to play the Razorbacks... Brutal, that’s all I can say. Auburn is giving up an average of 534-yards per game in their first three contests. Expect that number to rise. The Tigers get Florida Atlantic this week, but after that... South Carolina, Arkansas, Florida, LSU in consecutive weeks, not to mention the season finale with the Crimson Tide. Again, absolutely brutal. Ohio State is entering a five game stretch that includes facing the likes of Colorado, Michigan State, Nebraska, Illinois, and Wisconsin. If last Saturday’s game was any indication of how the Buckeyes will preform against decent football teams, it’s going to be a long year for OSU fans. Week #4 will shine the spotlight on several interesting match-ups. Georgia Tech and North Carolina will collide in a battle between two undefeated ACC teams. Volun-traitor Lane Kiffin and the Trojans will travel to Tempe to play an Arizona State team recently removed from the top 25. Alabama will host an Arkansas team averaging 47-points per game, and West Virginia will welcome the 2nd ranked Bayou Bengals to Morgantown. The Big-12 has only a handful of meaning games left in its existence, but Saturday’s game between Oklahoma State and Texas A&M will be one to watch as it pits the 7th ranked Cowboys against the 8th ranked Aggies.

Team-Result (Overall) (District) Adamsville- 49 (4-1) (2-0) Scotts Hill- 7 (2-3) (1-1) Submitted Photos

(Above) Bobcat Jerret Mood is MCHS’s Edward Jones Player of the Week for the second consecutive week. (Below) Cardinal John Reed Odom receives Player of the Week honors for the second time this season. Awards are presented by Sam Vise, Edwards Jones representative.

Jackson South Side- 35 (3-2) (1-1) McNairy Central- 7 (0-4) (0-2) Hardin County- 63 (1-3) (0-1) Memphis Northside- 8 (0-5) (0-1) Lexington- 49 (4-0) (2-0) Liberty- 42 (2-2) (1-1) Chester County- 55 (5-0) (2-0) Bolivar Central- 14 (3-2) (1-1) Jackson Central-Merry- 51 (2-2) (1-1) Fayette-Ware- 6 (0-4) (0-2) Trinity Christian- 41 (1-3) (1-0) Middleton- 13 (1-4) (0-2)

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MCHS gets first win in tough week freshman Lowrie scored her sixth and seventh goals of the season. MCHS was scheduled to battle the Cougars of Jackson Central-Merry last Monday at Selmer City Park, looking to better their 1-4-1 record, but the game was postponed due to heavy rainfall.

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BreAnna Burge (17) passes a ball upfield while the Lady Cats keep pressure on the South Side Hawks at Selmer City Park Sept. 8. we had a lot of shots, but only By Andrew Alexander made two. We’ve just got to Sports Writer get more players involved in McNairy Central’s Lady the offense.” Central held a 1-0 lead Bobcat soccer team picked up their first win of the season over the Indians in the first against Jackson South Side half. The Indians came out and followed in up with a 3-0 after the break and took a 2-1 loss to Trinity Christian Acad- lead over the Lady Cats, but emy and a draw against Jack- MCHS did not give up. The Bobcats got a equalson North Side last Thursday. izer from the foot of Rebekah Lowrie, knotting the score MCHS- 2 2-2 in the 70th minute of NSHS- 2 The Lady Bobcats came play, and the game ended in home with a draw under their a draw. MCHS barraged the North belts after their second trip to Jackson last week, tying the Side goalkeeper, putting 22 North Side High School Indi- shots-on-goal. The Indians managed only eight. ans 2-2. Laralee Williams recorded “Defensively, we had another good effort and only three saves in the contest, gave up eight shots,” said senior Kindra Brown was Coach Jerry Lott. “Offensively, credited with an assist, and

TCA- 3 MCHS- 0 The Lady Bobcats could not get any offense going in their match-up with the Trinity Christian Academy Lady Lions Sept. 13 in Jackson. “We had some shots, but just couldn’t put one in the net,” said Assistant Coach Jerry Lott. The Lions put 16 shotson-goal, and Bobcat freshman goalkeeper, Laralee Williams, managed to save 12 of them. The Lady Cats finished with 13 shots-on-goal, but none of them found the nylon as as the game ended 3-0 in favor of TCA. The loss gave MCHS a 1-4 record overall going into their match last Thursday against Jackson North Side. MCHS- 4 SSHS- 1 A Rebekah Lowrie hattrick, led McNairy Central to their first win of the season against the Jackson South Side Hawks Sept. 8. “We had our best team ef-

fort of the season,” said Assistant Coach Jerry Lott. “Offensively, we had a lot of shots. Defensively, we held them to only one goal.” MCHS’s offense gave the Lady Hawk’s defense fits all day, putting 26 shots-on-goal in their match-up against South Side. The match appeared to be going into its halftime tied at 0-0 until Lowrie netted her first goal of the day in the contest’s 34th minute, and

Central took a one goal advantage into the break. In the second half Kinda Brown scored her fifth goal of the year, Lowrie scored her fourth and fifth goals of the season, and the Lady Cats coasted to a 4-1 victory over the district rival Lady Hawks. “Our young players are improving each game,” said Lott, “and our older players are showing good leadership.” MCHS held SSHS to only

nine shots-on-goal while Bobcat freshman goalkeeper Sarah Lambert was credited with four saves. In addition to Lowrie’s three goals, Brown scored one goal and recorded an assist, and Mallorie Sweat and Allyson Frye each had an assist apiece as well. With the win, Central’s record improved to 1-3 going into their next match against Trinity Christian Academy in Jackson.

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Rebekah Lowrie (9) barely misses a scoring opportunity during a match in which she scored three goals.

Lady Cards split tight district matches By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

AHS- 2(3) CCHS- 2(2) Adamsville’s Lady Cardinal soccer team’s match against Chester County High School went down to the wire with the AHS coming out on top after hammering down the win in dramatic fashion, winning 3-2 in a penalty kick shootout. “Coach White and I are very proud of how we finished the

game,” said Coach Rebecca Ashe. “Our girls did a great job when the pressure was on.” Adamsville held a 2-1 lead at halftime thanks to Brittany Lambert’s two goals that came very early in the first half. Ashe felt like her team’s effort was up to par to that point, but said the Cardinals did not play well in the second half. The Lady Cards gave up an equalizer before regulation ended, which forced an overtime period. Neither team could get any offense going as

both defenses stepped up their game, forcing a second overtime period that also yielded no goals. The contest then came down to a shootout, the second in the county in as many weeks. After an Eaglette miss on Chester County’s first penalty kick Adamsville’s Chloe Mullis could not take advantage as she missed her attempt as well, continuing the deadlock. CCHS put the pressure on, making their second PK attempt. Alania McCall was called

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Junior Darby Culver (8) sends the ball forward in the Cardinals match against Lexington last Thursday while Andrea Martin (2), Blair Prather (31), Megan Thomas (14), and Bethany Debok (9) look on with nervous anticipation in a game that was tight all the way through.

upon to take the next AHS shot, but unfortunately, it did not find the net, leaving Adamsville in 1-0 hole in the shootout. The Eaglettes could not connect on their next attempt and Adamsville took advantage. Brittany Lambert came through for the Cardinals on their next PK, tying the score at 1-1. Chester County answered back, netting their third PK attempt, but AHS’s Jorden Elder would not be denied on the Cardinals next shot, keeping the crowd on edge and the score knotted. Adamsville senior Kristina Milford made a huge save on the Eaglette’s last PK, leaving the door open for Adamsville to walk away with a victory. The pressure mounted, but Samantha Oaks carried the weight, drilling the Lady Cards’ final PK, and ending the match victoriously for Adamsville. “Kristina Milford had a huge save on the last PK they took,” said Ashe. “She hadn’t played in goal for some time but Olivia Wright was hurt, so she stepped up big.” Milford had seven saves in the match, Lambert scored two goals in regulation and one in the shootout, Mullis and McCall each had an assist, and Oaks and Elder were each credited with PK goals. The Cardinal’s record improved to 4-2 after the victory. They moved on to play Jackson Central-Merry in Adamsville last Tuesday.

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Adamsville’s Brittany Lambert (11) rushes to break up a pass between Lexington players. Lambert scored two goals in regulation against Chester County and one in the shootout. LHS- 3 AHS- 2 The Lexington Lady Tigers ended the Lady Cardinals’ three game winning streak last Thursday in Adamsville with a late goal that gave them a 3-2 lead and the victory. “It was a breakdown in communication,” said Rebecca Ashe, Adamsville’s head coach. “We have to correct those things.” Lexington struck first in the match with a goal in the opening minutes, but AHS senior standout Chloe Mullis answered back shortly after, scoring from 30-yards out to tie the game 1-1. The Lady Tigers netted another goal midway through the first half giving Lexington a 2-1 advantage. Mullis scored her second equalizer on the contest with a minute left before halftime, giv-

ing her nine goals in the 2011 season. Scoring halted in the second half of play as both teams tightened up defensively until Lexington squeaked one passed AHS goalkeeper Olivia Wright with little time remaining in the contest, making the score 3-2, Tigers. Wright stopped five shots in the match against Lexington, and the Cardinals put ten shotson-goal, but it was not enough to avoid defeat. “Lexington is a good team, but I feel if we would have found the back of the net on wide open shots, we could have pulled it out,” said Ashe. “However, we have to put it behind us and move forward.” The loss gave AHS a 3-2 record going into their matchup Thursday in Henderson against Chester County.

Fall softball approaches season’s end By Amanda Lowrance Sports Writer

As softball season approaches the end for our local junior high teams, the Selmer Lady Lions played their second to last game against the Bethel Springs Lady Rebels Sept. 13 at North Park and the Ramer Lady Eagles hosted the Michie Lady Blue Devils. Selmer won a close game by one run against Bethel 6-5 and Ramer lost their fifth game in a row 6-2 to Michie. Bethel began the game against Selmer slow, not scoring a run until the fifth inning. The game grew more tense and exciting as Bethel brought in five runs cutting Selmer’s lead to one run. After a scoreless sixth inning, the game ended and Selmer held on to win 6-5. “Stacey has done a good job with the Bethel softball program,” said Selmer Coach Mellanie Surratt. “The game came down to the wire with some big plays for them and us. We had a

few untimely errors that really made us work hard and make some big plays for the win in the last two innings.” Selmer’s pitcher Hailey Dawson picked up the win with a save by Molly Grace King in the fifth inning. Dawson holds a record of 4-1. Kaitlyn West knocked one out of the park for a homerun. King hit a double and two singles. Mollie Nash and Alayna Ward each had a single as well. “Dawson has done a good job for us all year on the mound and King stepped in and done a good job to give her relief this game,” said Surratt. “West has come through this year with a lot of power in hitting and been a wall as a catcher behind the plate. We played a solid game against Bethel.” Katie Turner battled on the mound for Bethel, and is 1-5 for the season and went 1-3 at bat for the game. Brittany Nixon and Marlee Smith were 1-3 with a walk, Montana Pettigrew, Macey

Rowland, and Meghan McCalvin went 1-3, and Kailie Lott was 1-2 at bat. “The girls have put themselves back in a championship game once again against Michie and I look forward to the game,” said Surratt. The undefeated Michie Lady Blue Devils continued their winning streak over Ramer 6-2. Michie came out and scored a run in the first three innings and two in the fourth inning. Ramer fired back in the fourth inning scoring their first run. In the top of the fifth, Michie squeezed in their last run, which gave Ramer an opening to make a comeback. The Lady Eagles went dry in the fifth and could only muster one in the sixth. “This was a tough game and we were proud to get the win,” said Michie Coach Alicia Day. Pitcher Lauren Rhodes finished with 5-0 record from the mound and was 3 for 3 at bat. Lauren Foster was 2 for 3 at bat and Robin Moore, Margie Coleman, and Kayla Jarnigan

each picked up extra base hits. “Michie is a well-coached team and played a good game,” said Ramer Coach Vonda Jobe. “I was proud of the way we played against them. We made very few errors and hustled throughout the game. We have improved a great deal during the season.” Olivia Harris was the losing pitcher against Michie. Harris, Abbie Sweat, Madi Rose Hammock, and Allison Sides hit two singles and Haley Sellers had one single. “Harris pitched a good game, striking out five batters and only walking two,” said Jobe. “Hammock caught a pop-up in the first inning and then fielded the ball and threw it to first baseman Abbie for the third out of the inning.” “In the fifth inning, Harris caught a pop-up, threw the ball to Allison at second base for the second out and then struck out the next batter. Sellers made a great catch at center field for the third out in the sixth inning.” The championship game

was hosted by the undefeated champs last Tuesday, after press time, in a match against Selmer, the returning champs. “We have nothing to lose and everything to gain,” said Surratt. “It’s going to be a fun night.” The Ramer Lady Eagles were

to be hosted by Bethel Springs last Monday, but the game was called because of enormous amounts of rain. The game will be rescheduled and more updates can be found on the Independent Appeal Facebook page and in next week’s paper edition.

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Emily Martin rushes down the line for an attempt to get on base, but is called out with a catch from Allie Ray.

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No luck for Lady Cats in close matches By Andrew Alexander Sports Writer

It took five sets for a winner to be decided in Henderson last Monday night when Chester County defeated McNairy Central on the volleyball court. “The team played their hearts out,” said VolleyCat Head Coach Crystal Slaughter. “I’m very proud of them and wish that the match would have went in our favor.” Tiffany Winebrenner finished with eight aces, 14 service points, two kills, four blocks, and 15 digs. Emily Kennedy had three aces, seven service points, two kills, and five digs. Tierra Lusk recorded one ace, 10 service points, five kills, and 18 digs. Brianna Bodiford had an ace, seven service points, two kills, seven digs, and 11 assists. Zipporah Woods led the team in kills with nine and also had two digs. Rachel Burns finished with four kills, three blocks, and one dig. Callie Horton had eight service points and led the team in digs with 25. Mikaela Rowland pitched in with 10 digs of her own. The Lady Bobcats are now 6-12 overall with a 1-6 record in their district. MCHS will look to rebound Thursday when they head to Middleton to take on the Tigers.

LTHS 25 25 25 MCHS 21 21 16 The Volleycats of McNairy Central High School dropped three close sets to district rival Liberty last Thursday in Jackson. The Crusaders downed MCHS 25-21 in the first two sets, and in the final set, they defeated the Lady Cats 25-16. Tierra Lusk had nine service points, five kills, and eight digs in the match-up to lead the Bobcat scoring. Emily Kennedy finished with eight service points, four aces, two kills, and four digs. Brianna Bodiford had 10 assists in the match, leading the Lady Cats in the category, and also finished with five digs and a block. Zipporah Woods recorded four kills and three digs in the contest while Tiffany Winebrenner finished with three kills, four digs, and a block. Callie Horton had 10 digs and Mikaela Rowland had five. Rachel Burns finished with one kill, one assist, and one block. Macee Taylor had one ace and a dig. The loss dropped MCHS to 1-5 inside the district and 6-11 overall as they headed into their next match against District 14AA’s top team, Chester County.

SHHS 25 25 25 25 MCHS 22 27 19 8 Bobcat Volleyball Coach Crystal Slaughter matched up against her former coach, Jackson South Side’s Tommy Dean, last Tuesday at McNairy Central High School as the VolleyCats of MCHS fell to the Lady Hawks. In last year’s contests, the Lady Bobcats defeated Slaughter’s former coach twice, but in their first match-up in 2011 Dean, and his Lady Hawks, came away with the win over their district opponents. MCHS mounted a late comeback in the first set, but it was not enough as they fell 25-22. The Hawks rallied down from 24-18 to tie the second set at 24-24 before Central pulled away with a 27-25 win. The Lady Cats hung tough through the third set but could not gain an advantage over SSHS, losing 25-19, and in the final set of the night the Lady Hawks rolled to a 25-8 victory over MCHS. Callie Horton led the Lady Cats in digs with 16. She also had three aces and one kill. Tiffany Winebrenner had six aces, seven kills, eight digs, and one block. Emily Kennedy led the Bobcats in digs with 14 and also had a kill. Mikaela Rowland had 13 digs and one kill.

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Junior Tiffany Winebrenner denies a South Side Lady Hawk from recording a kill in last Tuesday’s action at MCHS. Winebrenner also recorded six aces, seven kills, and eight digs in the match. Bobcat Captain Tierra Lusk recorded four kills, one block, and 13 digs. Rachel Burns had two kills, two blocks, and two digs. Zipporah Woods led MCHS in kills with eight and also

had seven digs and two blocks while Brianna Bodiford led the team in assists with 14 and also had six digs, three aces, and two kills. The loss brought the Lady Bobcat’s record down to 6-10

overall with a 1-4 record in District 14-AA play. MCHS went on to play at Liberty Tech. in Jackson, Tenn. last Thursday hoping to pick up a district win against the Crusaders.

Photos by Kindra Brown & Jay Poindexter

(Left) After the snap, McNairy Central Quarterback Hayden Kiestler opts to hand the ball off for a running play. (Right) Junior Bobcat Jarrett Mood zooms through Hawk defense and rushes into the end zone for a touchdown.

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South Side crossed the goal line again increasing their lead to 21-7 after a failed two-point conversion. McNairy began on the 18-yard-line after a return from Akin that was flagged and a penalty called against the Bobcats. Unable to penetrate the Hawk defense after a series of plays, Akin punted. South Side returned the punt to the 30-yard-line and again made their way past the goal line to set the score 28-7 after a the extra point. With more than five minutes remaining in the third, Akin returned the kickoff and was knocked out of bounds midfield. Quarterback Hayden Kiestler took some risks to get the ball to the other end of the field. The Bobcats carried it to the 4-yard-line, where the Hawks made a goal-line stand stopping MCHS on downs. South Side was unable to gain any points during their next possession and chose to punt. Mood, once again on the return, brought the ball to the McNairy end zone for a touchdown. Waving their arms and throwing their markers, the officials called the touchdown no good due to a block in the back and penalized the Bobcats 15 yards. With a little more than five minutes left in the ball game, South Side scored and picked up the field goal setting the scoreboard at 35-7. South Side intercepted a McNairy pass on the next drive and took over at the 49-yard-line. The Hawks made several attempts but opted

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Wednesday, september 21, 2011

Sept. 12-18 as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week On Monday, August 1st, Representative Jared Polis (D-CO), for the third year in a row, introduced House Resolution 385 designating the week of September 12 – 18, 2011 as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. In addition, for the very first time a similar bipartisan resolution recognizing the week was introduced in the Senate by Senators Patty Murray (D-WA) and Lamar Alexander (R-TN). The intent is to raise public awareness of the critical role adult education and family literacy plays in our country, in our economy, and for the nation’s well- being. Helping individuals gain the basic skills and training they need to advance in education and work benefits them, their families, and the nation. In conjunction with the national proclamation, Tennessee’s Governor Bill Haslam signed a Proclamation declaring the week of September 12 – 18, 2011 as Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in Tennessee. In this proclamation, the Governor commended the state’s adult education programs which include the McNairy County Adult Education Center programs. The McNairy County Adult Education Center, located at 701 Industrial Park Road in Selmer, TN is recognized throughout the state

Pictured viewing the proclamation is the staff of the Center, seated is Patsy Pearson and Fred Carroll, standing left to right: Tammy Moore, Rena’ Crabb, Gail Castles, Cathy Taylor and Karen Pratt. as a quality program, receiving several state and regional performance awards. Over the past five years, McNairy County Adult Education has served more than 1,800 students, assisting with preparation for the GED or improving basic skills which lead to personal self-improvement, with 491 par-

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• Open Forum at the Village Coffeehouse •Open Forum at the Village Coffeehouse, 141 W Court Ave: now at 7:00 p.m. EACH Tuesday night. Come to discuss ways to be involved and work together in our community. • Holiday Mart A holiday mart is being planned at Adamsville High School on Saturday Nov. 12 from 8 AM until 3 PM. Cost of set up will be based on advertisement (about $15) which will be collected on the day of Mart. If interested in setting up, call Nell Stewart at 731-645-0135 by Oct. 1st to reserve your place. • Selmer Fall Farmer’s Market Traditional fall decorating items and ideas - Saturday, September 24 and Saturday, October 1 - Buy from local growers. • McNairy County Senior Center Trips Branson Show Extravaganza - November 28-December 2 (Mon.-Fri.) Reel Foot Lake Arts & Crafts Festival - September 30 (Fri.) Amish Community - Lawrenceburg, TN - October 20 (Thurs.) Chaffin’s Barn Theater & Loveless Cafe’ - Nashville (Thurs.) For full details contact Cindy Thrasher at 731-632-0302 or 731-439-1846 - McNairy Senior Center, 408 Park Ave., Adamsville, TN 38310 • Auditions for “The Rented Christmas” Arts in McNairy just announced audition dates for the season’s second production, “The Rented Christmas.” Open auditions will be held, 6:00 PM, September 26 & 27 at the Selmer Civic Center, 230 North 5th Street in Selmer, TN. Roles are available for male and female actors, age 8 years to adult. Those auditioning should be

prepared to read from a script for the director and other members of the production team. No theatre experience is required. Rehearsal schedules and other information will be available at auditions. Production dates are Nov. 18-20, 2011. The show is being directed by Jared Walters and produced by the AiM performing arts committee.

September 23

• Finger Volunteer Fire Dept. Annual Barbeque & Picnic Friday and Saturday, September 23-24 starting at 12 p.m. Friday, all day Saturday. Fun, food & games. Parade @ 10 a.m. Proceeds go to Finger Vol. Fire Dept. For more info call 731934-4232.

September 24

• Burnt Church Bluegrass Festival Formerly Whites School in Savannah 12:00 p.m. until? Admission $5 - Concessions served all day. Bring lawn chairs. Lots of bluegrass music. For more info call 731-925-8082 or 731-925-1583. Proceeds go to Burnt Church Community Center. • Benefit for Matt & Summer Willis Benefit will be held at Lakeview Baptist Church - All meals $7 - all you can eat & kids ages 6 & under eat free - music & entertainment Donations for shotgun, country ham & hot tub. Lunch starts at 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. cake walk - auction immediately following cake walk - for tickets or info call 645-9777 • Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting Selmer Senior Center will have 1st Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting, Saturday morning September 24 at 10 a.m. For more information contact Hollie Knight @ 645-7843. • Pick’in at Pat’s Saturday at 7 p.m. Bluegrass

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music featuring James Smith “Autoharp man from Alabama” accompanied by Steve, Marjorie and Rayburn Richards. Bring lawn chairs. • Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day The Buford Pusser Home and Museum is participating in Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day. This year Museum Day is on Saturday, September 24. You can receive free general admission for up to two people when you present a Museum Day Admission Card. The Admission Card is available for download via the Museum Day website at: www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday (no rain checks, offer valid on September 24 only). Please take the time to print your ticket and enjoy visiting a local museum that keeps the legacy of a Tennessee hero alive

September 25

• Veteran’s Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony The Stantonville Ruritan Club will host a flag raising ceremony at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 25, 2011, at the newly constructed Veteran’s Memorial adjacent to the Stantonville Civic Center. All who served our country in uniform as well as the general public are invited to attend. The Ruritan Club will continue to raise funds for the final phase of the project which will include a stone monument to be constructed on site. • 2011 Crabb Family Reunion Sunday, September 25 lunch at noon at Eastview Civic Center at corner of Highways 45 & 57. Bring old pictures to share. For information call Carolyn Crabb Fowler at 731-610-6725

or Emodean Henson Smith at 731-645-5733. • Lott Reunion The Lott Reunion will be Sunday, September 25, at the Leapwood Community Center. Doors will open around 11:15. Bring a covered dish. Please encourage other family members to attend. • Auditions Auditions for Purdy Haunted Mansion Apply only at www. purdyhauntedmansion.com. Must be 12 or older and available Friday & Saturday nights and week before Halloween. Under 18 must have parent’s permission. Must like to scare people and be able to scream all night.

September 26

•Eastview Ruritan Club Meeting Monthly meeting September 26th at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastview Civic Center. Visitors welcome.

October 1

• 2011 Mullins Reunion Saturday, October 1 at 10 a.m. (lunch at noon) at Eastview Civic Center at corner of Highways 45 & 57. Bring old pictures to share. For information call Carolyn Crabb Fowler @ 731610-6725 or 731-239-8744 or Cheryl Martin @931-982-6083 or 931-446-8277. • Reunion Jim Baldwin & Daisy Carper Families To be held at First Baptist Church, Pocahontas - 11 a.m. until? Potluck - anyone related to either Jim or Daisy is welcome - Bring pictures.

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Deer in the headlights By Jeff Whitten Head News Writer

On an average drive to work, about three deer run across the road in front of me. I even grazed one once. I saw two run across the road and I slowed down. Then when the third one came, I hit the brakes and heard a thud. I checked the car, and luckily, there didn’t appear to be any damage. The next morning I only noticed fur on my fender. It turns out, my experience is not unique. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are 1.5 million accidents involving deer each year that result in $1 billion in vehicle damage, about 150 human fatalities and 10,000 injuries. The average damage to a car from collisions with deer is $3,103, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Property damage increased by 3.4 percent from 2008 to 2009, according to a study done by State Farm from its claims data. Traffic increased by 2 percent from 2005 to 2010, but collisions with deer increased 20 percent, according to the same study. One collision occurs every 26 seconds. Tennessee is the 30th ranking state in the likelihood of a deer collision with a car. The odds of hitting a deer are 1 in nearly 218 in this state. State Farm estimates that there were nearly 20,000 deer-vehicle collisions from July 2008 until June 2009 in Tennessee. The magnitude of the problem is dependent on the amount of traffic, the amount of roads and the deer population, according to Tennessee Wildlife Resources Deer Biologist Chad Harden. Anytime deer population increases or its habitat decreases, this increases the likelihood of collision. This can happen due to urban sprawl or even rural sprawl, as is occurring in McNairy County. More houses in an area can not only decrease deer habitat, but can increase population due to

decreasing hunting. Deer are most active from 6 - 9 p.m. and during migration and mating season, which lasts from October through December. State Farm advises that to avoid hitting a deer slow down and watch for deer where there are deer crossing signs and use high beam headlights as much as possible at night to illuminate the areas deer might come from. Because deer travel in herds, if you see one, there are probably others nearby. It’s better to stay on the road than to swerve violently and risk losing control of your car. If a collision is inevitable, try to hit the deer at an angle rather than straighton. Turning off your headlights can snap the deer out of the “deer in the headlights” trance making it more likely it will run away. Slow down as you approach the deer, but speed up at the last possible moment. If you hit your brakes as I did, the inertia of your car pulls your front bumper down; making it more likely the deer will roll over the car and endanger your life. If you speed up at the last moment, this will pull your front end up; making it less likely the deer will flip over the car. If you do hit a deer, document your damages as you would with any automobile accident. Take pictures of the car and the deer. The state is not liable for damage done by wild animals. Under the Tennessee “road kill” law, you can keep the deer for personal consumption as long you get authorization from your Regional TWRA office in Jackson, Tenn. Be extremely cautious after an accident, because a frightened or wounded deer can be extremely dangerous. The County Highway Department will remove

dead deer from county roads and the Tennessee Department of Transportation will remove them from state highways. “It’s not that bad. It’s seasonal around here. We probably average 25 to 30 calls a year,” said Harvey Neal Smith, Road Superintendent of McNairy

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County. The problem seems to be getting worse because there are more deer and less hunting, he said. “They can surprise you like a lightning bolt,” Smith said.

Improving and Healing Diabetes with Yoga By Pam Stackhouse I was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes at age 14. Diabetes was unheard of in the 60’s. I was scared and withdrew from my friends and family for fear that I was like a leper, and would I give this rare disease to my loved ones. I was a normal high school student...young, slender, physically active...how could I have this rare disease? I soon learned there is nothing “NORMAL” about diabetes. I would be vulnerable to kidney disease, live under constant threat of heart attack, suffer more depression than usual. I would have premature aging and wrinkling of the skin and wearing out of organs at a hastened pace. I would have loss of vision and ultimately blindness. I would have insufferable nerve pain known as neuropathy I would suffer from poor circulation resulting in gangrene in the extremities, requiring limb amputations. Tragically, during the years considered “prime” for most adults, diabetics will watch helplessly as their bodies and minds waste away, losing their comfort, mobility, mental clarity, independence, and body parts one by one. People with diabetes often look and actually are 15-20 years older biologically than their chronological age. At age 14, I couldn’t comprehend or fully digest the meaning of diabetes and the complications I would face later in life. I am now 62 and have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I suffer from many of the complications listed above. I have been an elementary school teacher for approximately 40 years. During my tenure as a teacher, I have witnessed more and more children, teachers, friends, and family members being diagnosed with diabetes. Education is the key to controlling this wide spread disease. Diabetes is now the fastest-spreading disease in human history. It’s incidence around the world has doubled in the past two decades, prompting the World Health Organization to declare it a global pandemic. Diabetes is raging out of control. Every 10 seconds someone is diagnosed with diabetes. Approximately 7 million new cases are diagnosed per year. Thiry percent of all children born after 2002 are

destined to develop type 2 diabetes and will die 20 years prematurely because of it. Theirs will be the first generation in history to have a shorter life span than their parents. Prospects are even more tragic for African-Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, Native Americans, and Asians whose rates of diabetes are 200-400 percent higher than those in the general population. Diabetes isn’t an infectious disease like malaria that millions of people are “catching.” In 95 percent of all cases, its a self-created lifestyle condition that can be controlled with proper diet, exercise, and medication. Recently, I was introduced to yoga as a way of improving and healing diabetes. At first I was skeptical, but began to research yoga and its effects on diabetes. After researching yoga and talking to several individuals who have regularly attended classes for several years...I decided I would attend weekly classes. I soon learned that yoga is an excellent tool to use in healing and improving diabetes. It offers both physical and emotional benefits by providing gentle, physical activity at a calming, meditative pace. Various movements and postures serve to stimulate the organs such as the liver, kidneys, and adrenal glands, which results in more effective natural detoxification within the body. As an exercise activity, it offers muscle toning, flexibility, and cardiovascular benefits at a calm and gentle no-impact-pace---especially suitable for people with chronic illness. Ongoing yoga practice can tone the heart, banish depression, boost your energy level and balance your hormones and blood chemistry. Anyone can do yoga and beginners are always welcome. According to Dr. Stephan Ripich, the Center for the Study of Complimentary and Alternative Therapies of the University of Virginia Health Systems reviewed more than 24 studies on yoga for type 2 diabetes. Those studies revealed huge physical benefits of yoga for people with diabetes including lowering fasting and after-meal glucose by one-third and decreasing A1C by up to 27 percent. Other benefits include lowering total cholesterol by 20 percent and LDL

or bad cholesterol by up to 8 percent, while increasing HDL or good cholesterol by up to 4 percent. Body weight drops up to 8 percent as well. Research at Ohio State University found that regular practice of yoga can significantly lower inflammation. Keeping a regular schedule of moderate exercise such as yoga helps your body use blood sugar more effectively, serving as a sort of “active insulin.” Increased physical activity pumps more blood into your muscles and puts the glucose to work as fuel. Having more efficient use of your blood sugar makes your entire cardiovascular system more responsive to insulin. As you begin to reduce fat and build muscle, your entire cardiovascular system operates more efficiently as well, reducing your risk of further illness and complications. A yoga class can provide you with motivation, support, and added commitment. Yoga “therapists” who focus on yoga for health and healing will have a better understanding of the challenges you face with diabetes. We are very fortunate to have Sandra “Simchah” Huizar, a registered yoga teacher, who instructs yoga classes at the Selmer Civic Center. Classes are offered each Monday and Thursday evening at 7 p.m. In addition, classes are also offered each Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 a.m. Classes take about one hour. I have been attending classes for approximately six weeks. In that short time, I have reduced my daily insulin by 11 units, I have more energy, and have lost 7 pounds. As a result, I look, think, act, and feel better than I did six weeks ago. The weekly yoga classes help me to relax by closing my eyes and gathering a big breath. I slowly open my eyes and take notice of my surroundings in detail. With another large inhalation and exhalation, I stand up and stride into my day with a giant step, one-minded and ready to learn the lessons that life has in store for me this day... and every day thereafter.

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UNIVERSITY TO HOST FALL School menus PREVIEW DAY OCT. 1 FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MARTIN, Tenn. – High school students interested in attending the University of Tennessee at Martin are invited to register for the first Fall Preview Day, Saturday, Oct.1, at the Martin campus. Faculty and staff will answer questions about academic programs, financial aid, scholarships, housing and student life. Registration will begin at noon, and all events will be held in the Boling University Center. Event times are as follows: 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Welcome and Information Session 1:30-2:15 p.m. – Academic Fair

2:15-3 p.m. – Academic Department Visit 3-4:15 p.m. – Campus Tour Participants are also encouraged to attend the UT Martin vs. Tennessee Tech football game at 6 p.m. in Graham Stadium. One complimentary ticket will be provided to each family. A second Fall Preview Day will be offered Saturday, Nov. 19. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 731-881-7020, or register online at www.utm.edu and select the Preview Day Registration link.

(September 13, 2011, NASHVILLE) – Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey today announced the appointment of McNairy County teacher Patsy Moore to the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System’s Board of Trustees. “I’m very happy to appoint someone to the TCRS who is not beholden to a narrow union agenda,” said Lt. Gov. Ramsey. “Teachers should not have to pass a litmus test devised by union leaders in order to represent their fellow educators. Patsy Moore is an outstanding educator and I’m confident she will represent the interests of all of her fellow teachers well.” Entering her 28th year as a classroom teacher, Patsy Moore has resided in McNairy County since the age of ten. A graduate of McNairy Central High School, Moore received her bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Tennessee at Martin. Moore is endorsed at the elementary and

secondary education level and has taught both math and science in the McNairy County schools. Moore is currently a math interventionist at Selmer Middle School where she is a twotime “Teacher of the Year.” “Patsy Moore is an outstanding educator and a credit to McNairy County,” said Sen. Dolores Gresham. “Her voice will be a much needed breath of fresh air to the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System’s Board of Trustees.” Prior to May 27 of this year, only teachers elected by the representative assemblies of the Tennessee Education Association and the Tennessee Retired Teachers Association were eligible to serve on the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System Board of Trustees. Senate Bill 102, sponsored by Sen. Gresham removed the union influence and placed the appointment power with the Speakers of the Senate and the House.

Classroom teacher appointed to retirement board

UT Martin continues in top tier of U.S. news rankings MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin continued its top-tier ranking for master’s level public universities in the South in the 2012 edition of America’s Best Colleges compiled by U.S.News & World Report. The rankings, released this week, rate colleges and universities using information gathered from various sources. UT Martin tied for 49th place among southern universities granting bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Colleges are ranked against their peers using information submitted in a survey completed by the institutions and other sources. Categories used to determine the rankings and to measure academic quality include peer assessment, average freshman retention and

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graduation rates, and faculty and financial resources. “Rankings don’t define a high-quality institution, but I’m pleased that UT Martin continues in a top-tier position in America’s Best Colleges,” said Dr. Tom Rakes, UT Martin chancellor. “We continue to work hard to provide value for our students and to validate the confidence of elected officials, alumni and the many friends who support us.” In August, UT Martin was named as one of 135 institutions The Princeton Review recommends in its “Best in the Southeast” section of its website feature, “2012 Best Colleges: Region by Region.” The university has been named to the “Best in the Southeast” listing for nine consecutive years.

SELMER ELEMENTARY/ SELMER MIDDLE SCHOOL MENUS Monday, September 26, 2011 BREAKFAST Assorted pop tarts, cereal choice, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Turkey/ham sub sandwich, popcorn chicken, rolls, fluffy whipped potatoes, purple hull peas, mixed fruit cup, choice of juice, choice of milk Tuesday, September 27, 2011 BREAKFAST Ham, egg & cheese biscuit, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Pizza sticks/sauce, hot ham & cheese sandwich, chef salad deluxe, roasted redskin potatoes, veggie cup w/dip, Mandarin oranges, choice of juice, choice of milk Wednesday, September 28, 2011 BREAKFAST Sausage biscuit, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Chili cheese dog, Mexican taco, chef salad deluxe, WK corn, refried beans, salsa, apple wedges, choice of juice, choice of milk Thursday, September 29, 2011 BREAKFAST Biscuit & peppered gravy, cereal choice, choice of juice, choice of milk LUNCH Country chicken tenders, pork roast & gravy, chef salad deluxe, rolls, cheesy potatoes, lima beans, chilled peaches, choice of juice, choice of milk Friday, September 30, 2011 BREAKFAST Breakfast bites w/syrup, choice of juice, choice of Milk LUNCH Single pepperoni pizza, Dixie crunch fish, chef salad deluxe, hushpuppies, French fries, white beans, creamy cole slaw, orange-pineapple gelatin, Happy Birthday Cake, choice of juice, choice of milk ADAMSVILLE JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Monday, September 26, 2011 Cheese quesadilla pizza, popcorn chicken, taco bar, rolls, French fries, tiny whole

potatoes, California vegetable blend, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Tuesday, September 27, 2011 4 x 6 pepperoni pizza, steak & gravy, hot dog/potato bar, rolls, French fries, fluffy whipped potatoes, green beans, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Single cheese pizza, hamburger, Oriental bar, French fries, WK corn, baked beans, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Thursday, September 29, 2011 Chicken quesadilla pizza, Dixie crunch fish, turkey/ham sub sandwich, salad bar, hushpuppies, French fries, white beans, creamy cole slaw, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Friday, September 30, 2011 Southwest pizza, breaded chicken sandwich, breakfast bar, French fries, glazed sweet potatoes, broccoli w/cheese sauce, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk

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MCNAIRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Monday, September 26, 2011 4 x 6 cheese pizza, popcorn chicken, Mexican bar, rolls, French fries, tiny whole potatoes, California vegetable blend, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Tuesday, September 27, 2011 Sausage stuffed crust pizza, ravioli casserole, PB&BJ boxed lunch, hot dog bar, rolls, French fries, fluffy whipped potatoes, peas & carrots, baked apples, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Wednesday, September 28, 2011 Pepperoni stuffed crust pizza, mini burgers, PB&BJ boxed lunch, salad bar, French fries, roasted redskin potatoes, baked beans, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Thursday, September 29, 2011 4 x 6 sausage pizza, mini corn dogs, PB&BJ boxed lunch, deli bar, French fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, purple hull peas, fruit choices, choice of juice, milk Friday, September 30, 2011

Sweet Senior Songs

The PawPrint is a publication of the McNairy Central High School Journalism Department. The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the administration, faculty or staff.

EDITOR Rachel Burns REPORTERS: Holly Henson Aaron Friend, Wynter Miller ADVISER Lisa Forsythe

UPCOMING EVENTS: Sept. 21

•FCA&S Devotional 7:30 am •DEAR Day

Sept. 22

•Junior Magazine Sales Turn-In Day at 7:30 am •VB vs Middleton (A) 5:00 •GSOC vs Scotts Hill (H) 6:00

Sept. 23

•SPIRIT DAY: Boot Day •HR - Pep Rally •FB vs Hardin Co (H) 7:00

Concert Choir Seniors (l to r) Jamie Yancey, Billie M. Taylor, Heather Frye, Edy Mendez, and Dakota Chandler. by Rachel Burns

Sweet music is drifting in the cool fall air from Ms. Sarah Lemons’ choir room. Sept. 26 The seniors in Concert Choir •VB vs Corinth (A) 5:30 are making this sweet music Sept. 27 and a sweeter year singing for •VB vs Fayette Ware (A) Ms. Lemons. 5:00 “I think choir is so awe•GSOC vs Adamsville (H) some,” says Dakota Chandler, 6:00 “I have fun every day.” Chandler knows Lemons is the Sept. 28 •See You at the Pole 7:30 am reason he tried out for choir. “I love Ms. Lemons the most. She •DEAR Day is so much fun, too!” Chandler Sept. 29 states. He sings the bass in •Faculty Mtg 3:05 choir, and this year he wants •VB vs Hardin Co (H) 4:30 to do great in All-Northwest •GSOC vs Chester Co (A) tryouts. All-Northwest is a 6:00 top choir, and auditions are October 1st. Chandler thinks

that spring show will be his favorite to perform this year. Chandler also plays soccer at MCHS. After high school, Chandler plans to go into Church Ministry. Heather Frye has a love of music, and that love made her try out for choir. “It is a great experience, and it allows you to hear your voice as it adds to the whole choir,” says Frye. Frye says her choir teacher is the best choir director. This year, she wants to help the underclassmen and improve her voice. Frye sings as an alto, and she is excited to be a part of Spring Show this year. Frye is also involved in Library Club. After gradua-

tion, she plans to study music. Billie M. Taylor’s favorite thing about choir is his teacher, Ms. Lemons. The reason he wanted to try out for choir is because he likes music and wanted to learn how to sing properly. Choir is fun for Taylor, and this year he wants to be able to sing well. Taylor thinks the Spring Show will be his favorite this year. After graduation, Taylor plans to go to the Tech Center at Crump and get his computer grafting degree with mechanics and welding. Seniors in Concert Choir rejoice with sweet music and have a great time with each other and Ms. Lemons.

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201 - autos

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For Lease: 2 bedroom 1 bath house in Selmer, new paneling and carpet on corner lot $475.00 plus deposit. Discount for seniors. Call 645-3220 or 439-7086 (TF)

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3-in-1 Converter Baby Bed. Dresser, Changing table. Honey Oak color. Paid $600 will take $300. T.V. 25in color console. Excellent condition. $100. Please call 610-9594. (18)

Oakwood Apartments in Selmer: 1 bedroom. $325.00 mo. 2 bedroom. $350.00 mo. Both require deposits. No pets. 731-610-2877 or 731-645-5288. (TF)

10 ft x 48 ft single wide trailer used as office. Central heat & air. water heater. 1/2 bath. $5,500. Please call (731) 934-4178 or (731)-486-2356. (18)

Apts. for Rent near downtown. Good neighborhood. 3 Bedroom upstairs for $295; 2 Bedroom upstairs for $275; 3 Bedroom downstairs for $325; References & deposit required. 731439-2900. (TF)

13.5 ft x 40 ft Shop building with double doors on back. Single door on side. Electric lights, heating & air. $3500. Please call (731) 934-4178 or (901) 486-2356. (18)

3 Bedrooms 2 Bath. Central heat & air. Stove. Refrigerator. Storage building. Free yard service. No pets. $550 plus deposit. Near McNairy Central. 731-645-2877. (TF)

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services 501 - professional services SUBCONTRACTOR, HOUSE leveling, Rotting sills replaced, Floors, plumbing and tile. OVER 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE!! Phone Doug Butler @ (731)239-8945. FREE ESTIMATES (TF) Injection pump, injector rebuilding, lift pumps, filters, turbos, etc. West Tenn Diesel 731-925-2710. (TF) AGREED DIVORCES $299.00 plus court costs. 645-8557. (TF) Track Hoe and Dozer Work. Call 731-610-8666. (TF) Harris Asphalt. Seal Coating. Residential & Commercial. Insured & free estimates. If your driveway looks tired, Call 731-439-0343. (18,19,20,21) Experienced CNA. Sit & do light housekeeping for elderly and disabled. (731) 632-4016 or (901) 6050614. (18)

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TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE WHEREAS, by Deed of Trust dated the 13th day of June, 2008, and recorded in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, in Trust Deed Book 392, page 2815, and modified in Trust Deed Book 397, page 2359, Arlie D. Reaves, Jr., conveyed In Trust to the undersigned Trustee the property hereinafter described to secure the payment of the indebtedness described in said Deed of Trust to Central Bank, Savannah, Tennessee; and WHEREAS, default has been made on said indebtedness and Central Bank, as the owner and holder of the note secured by said Deed of Trust, has declared the entire balance due and payable in accordance with the terms and provisions thereof; and WHEREAS, Notice pursuant to TCA 35-5-117 was properly given on March 17, 2011; and WHEREAS, Central Bank

has directed the undersigned Trustee to foreclose said Deed of Trust in accordance with the terms and provisions thereof; NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Trustee, I will, on Friday, September 30, 2011, at 10:00 A.M., offer for sale and sell at the North door of the Courthouse in McNairy County, Tennessee, to the last, highest and best bidder for cash, and in bar of the statutory right of redemption, the equity of redemption, homestead and all other exemptions of every kind which are waived in said Deed of Trust, the following described real property located, lying and being in the 2nd Civil District of McNairy County, Tennessee, and being the same property conveyed to Arlie D. Reaves, Jr. by Deed recorded in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, in Deed Book 208, page 290, and reference is

heremade to said Deed and to the Book and page where recorded for a complete and accurate description of said property, and the same is incorporated herein and said property is designated as Map 60J, Group D, Parcel 11.04, and having an address of 214 Jackson Street, Bethel Springs, Tennessee 38315. The above described property will be sold subject to any State or County Taxes which might be due on the same, and by easement for sewer system in favor of the Town of Bethel Springs recorded in Deed Book 183, page 531, in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, Tennessee, and easement for any roads which run along or across the boundaries of the same. There are no other interested parties in said property. Title to said property is believed to be good, but I will sell and convey only as Trustee,

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503 - public notices property therein described to Arnold M. Weiss, A resident of Memphis, Tennessee. as Trustee for Mortgage Electronic Registraton Systems, Inc as nominne for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc.; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on October 3, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption,

and not further or otherwise. The right to adjourn the sale on the date thereof to a future date to be announced at the time of the sale, without notice, is reserved. This 31st day of August, 2011. Lee Lackey, Trustee W. Lee Lackey Attorney at Law 125 Pickwick Street N. Savannah, Tennessee 38372 (731) 925-2535 .....7620 16, 17, 18 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 22, 2002, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded July 29, 2002, at Book 334, Page 233 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Bobbi S Millner, conveying certain

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Wednesday, september 21, 2011 503 - public notices 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: Beginning at an iron pin set in the East margin of Landreth Road, which point is the Southwest corner of Paul Landreth as recorded in Deed Book 105, page 363, Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee; thence from the point of beginning and with the South line of Landreth, North 83 degrees 14 minutes 48 seconds East 232.49 feet to an iron pin set; thence on a new line through Wood, South 52 degrees 43 minutes 22 seconds East 382.78 feet to an Iran pin found at an interior corner of Joseph Henson as recorded in Deed Book 169, page 859 Register’s Office of McNairy County. Tennessee; thence with lines of Hanson, the following calls; South 11 degrees 32 minutes 11 seconds West 214,88 feet to an iron pin found; North 89 degrees 43 minutes 22 seconds West 221 43 feet to an iron pin set in the East margin of Landreth Road; thence with the East margin of Landreth Road, the following calls; North 41 degrees 18 minutes 49 seconds West 131,38 feet; North 47 degrees 25 minutes 20 seconds West 89.92 feet; North 37 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds West 101.14 feet; North 18 degrees 12 minutes 58 seconds West 182.90 feet to the point of beginning, containing 3.4 acres as surveyed by Advanced Land Surveying Inc., R,L.S. Number 1999 on November 20, 2001. ALSO KNOWN AS: 644 Landreth Lane, Adamsville, Tennessee 38310 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: Bobbi S Millner; Wells Fargo Financial Retail Credit Inc.; Pickwick Electric Cooperative 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. 726 211051 DATED August 25, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ bsims_110825_1541 ....7621 16, 17, 18

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated June 24, 2005, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded June 30, 2005, at Book 376, Page 705 in Office of the Register of Deeds for McNairy County, Tennessee, executed by Pamela Gavin, conveying certain property therein described to Arnold M. Weiss, Esq., Shelby County a resident of 208 Adams Avenue Memphis Shelby 38103 as Trustee for Wells Fargo Bank N.A.; and the undersigned, Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Shellie Wallace of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on October 17, 2011 on or about 1:00 P.M., at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in McNairy County, Tennessee and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of Rowsey School Road and Mt. Gilead Road (as designated on 911 Map); thence northerly with Mt. Gilead Road approximately 1120 feet to a pk nail in the northern boundary of Bobby Dickey; thence West with Bobby Dickey boundary 25 feet to a point for the southeast corner and true point of beginning of the subject tract; thence south 89 degrees 59 minutes 59 seconds West for a distance of 479.00 feet with the northern boundary of Bobby Dickey along a marked line to a point; thence North 00 degrees 04 minutes 43 seconds West for a distance of 265.43 feet to a point; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 59 seconds East for a distance of 479.00 feet to an iron pin in the western right of way of Mt Gilead Road thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 43 seconds East for a distance of 265.43 feet with western right of way of Mt. Gilead Road to the point of beginning, containing 2.919 acres, more or less. Surveyed by James A Martin, R.L.S. No. 1469, dated December 11, 1996. ALSO KNOWN AS: 1800 Mount Gilead Road, Bethel Springs, Tennessee 38315-4062 The HB 3588 letter was mailed to the borrower(s) pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 35-5-117. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements,

or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: McNairy County; Pamela Gavin 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. 717 189121 DATED September 6, 2011 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee By: Shellie Wallace DSaleNoticeTN-Shellie_ bsims_110906_1610 ....7673 17, 18, 19 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on November 16, 2007, by Steve Howard Westbrooks and Patricia Ann Westbrooks to W. Lee Lackey, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, under Book No. 390, Page 328, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Cenlar FSB; and WHEREAS, Cenlar FSB, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Owner and Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5-117 (i), not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, October 6, 2011, commencing at 12:00 PM at the of the McNairy County Courthouse, , Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, to wit: Being certain property in McNairy County, Tennessee, described as follows: Being

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503 - public notices the same property conveyed to Patricia Westbrooks by Deed of Terry Lee Coleman dated March 23, 1998, and recorded in Deed Book 162, page 613, in the Register’s Office for McNairy County, TN, and which property was conveyed by Patricia Westbrooks to Patricia Westbrooks and husband, Steve Howard Westbrooks by Quitclaim Deed dated the 19th day of December, 2002, and recorded in said Register’s Office in Deed Book 182, page 838, and described according to said Deed as follows: BEGINNING at a stake in the West margin of the old Purdy and Lexington Road at the northeast corner of Frances Hendrix lot; runs West with said line 2 poles to a stake and pine tree pointer (this being the northwest corner of the Hendrix lot); thence South with a fence 21 poles to a stake and post oak pointers, once the Frances Hendrix and Calvin Brown line; thence East 11-1/2 poles to a stake in the Purdy and Lexington Road; thence North with the said road 19 poles to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 754 Beauty Hill Road, Bethel Springs, TN 38315 CURRENT OWNER(S): Steve Howard Westbrooks and Patricia Ann Westbrooks aka Patricia Westbrooks and Challis Talmadge Coleman The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to ad-

journ the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. .....7694 17, 18, 19

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Mortgagor: JEREMY W. EDWARDS and CLARA M. EDWARDS Mortgagee/Holder: The Hardin County Bank Date and Time of Sale: October 6, 2011, at 12:35 PM Location of Sale: Front Door, McNairy County Courthouse 170 W. Court Ave., Selmer, TN 38375 Address of Property: 4685 HWY 22 S, Michie, TN 38357 Other Interested Parties: Citifinancial, Inc. Assessor’s Map: 136G A 136G 1.02 DEFAULT having been made in the terms, conditions, and payment provided for in two notes payable to the order of The Hardin County Bank and mentioned in and secured by deeds of trust of even date executed by the mortgagors listed above to Gordon Majors, Trustee, the first dated 2/18/04, of record in deed of trust record book 367, page 1078, and the second dated 1/27/2009, of record in deed of trust record book 395, page 666, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, in said Register’s Office, conveying the real estate therein and hereinafter described, and which notes are now due and unpaid and have been declared in default by The Hardin County Bank, the lawful owner and holder thereof; NOW THEREFORE, Gordon Majors, Trustee under said deeds of trust, having been requested so to do by the holder and owner of the note, and by the power and authority vested in him by said deeds of trust, hereby gives notice that he will on the date, time, and place listed above, sell to the highest bidder for cash the real

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estate conveyed by said deeds of trust, situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at the southwest corner of property recorded in deed book 67, page 290, and running east with Corinth-Shiloh Road 210 feet to a point; thence in a northern direction 210 feet to a point; thence in a western direction 210 feet to a point; thence in a southern direction 210 feet to the point of beginning, containing one (1) acre. Source of title: Deed book 188, page 864, in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, TN Such sale will be made subject to all existing highway, roadway, and utility easements; applicable building and zoning regulations and restrictions; all unpaid taxes; any mechanics’ and materialmen’s liens; and any other matters shown in said Register’s Office. The right is reserved to adjourn the date of the sale to another day, time, and place without further publication upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Compliance with the notice provision of Tennessee Code Annotated §35-5-117, if applicable, has been made. Title to said property is believed to be good, but I will sell and convey said property only as Trustee. DATED at Savannah, Tennessee, this the 12th day of September, 2011. GORDON MAJORS, Trustee SMITH & SMITH, Attorneys for Trustee 434 Main Street ....7703 17, 18, 19

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**$335/MO

* $20,499

2012 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5SL 3 available @ THIS PRICE

STK # 1795NT VIN # 574240

STK # 1798NT VIN # 573500

*$5500.00 OFF MSRP ON ALL NEW 2011 NISSAN MURANO LE IN STOCK NO ADD ON STICKERS!!!

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2011 Nissan Murano LE

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* $23,999 #

MODEL# 13112 DEAL# 21075 STK # 2097N STK # 2100N VIN# 110210 VIN# 108570

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VIN# 111381 **$392/MO #

ASK ABOUT 1.9 A.P.R. MODEL # 23711 FINANCING FOR 72 MONTHS STK #1805NT STK # 1810NT ON MURANOS VIN# 066506 VIN# 067319

*ALL DEALS SHOWN ARE PLUS TAX, TITLE. PRICE INCLUDES $299 DEALER DOCUMENT PROCESSING FEE. ALL DEALER DISCOUNTS & ALL MANUFACTURERS’ STANDARD REBATE ALREADY APPLIED UNLESS NOTED. PRICES GOOD FOR IN-STOCK VEHICLES ONLY; NO DEALER TRANSFERS AT THESE PRICES. SPECIAL APR FINANCING THRU NMAC, W.A.C.T. ONLY & IS IN LIEU OF REBATES. PRIOR DEALS EXCLUDED. ACTUAL VEHICLE MAY VARY FROM PICTURE. **PAYMENTS FIGURED AT 72MO, 5.49 APR, W.A.C.T. ONLY. SEE SALESPERSON FOR DETAILS. #INCLUDES NMAC FINANCE BONUS. IN ORDER TO RECIEVE THE PRICE & PAYMENT LISTED THE PURCHASE MUST BE FINANCED & APPROVED THRU NMAC. SEE SALESPERSON FOR COMPLETE DETAILS. ^SEE SALESPERSON FOR COMPLETE QUALIFYING DETAILS OF THE NISSAN COLLEGE GRADUATE REBATE & PROGRAM. YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR ADDITIONAL SAVINGS OFF OUR ALREADY LOW PRICES. CERTAIN TERMS & RESTRICTIONS APPLY. OFFER GOOD THR 9.30.11.