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Svenson still “Walking Tall” after all these years By Janet Rail Publisher

o Svenson, 81, proved he still “Walks Tall” as he visited McNairy County Sunday. Svenson was in the area and participated in the MidSouth Nostalgia Festival with roots in Memphis and now held in Olive Branch, Miss., when he graced us with his presence for the first time since he acted in Walking Tall Part 2 and Walking Tall the Final Chapter. “It is nice that people appreciated the movies filmed here,” said Svenson. “Throughout the visit, Mr. Svenson has been so gracious to all the people and taking time to talk with them and ask questions about their lives and has just been wonderful,” said Sherry Sweat. Meeting with many officers, deputies and

emergency personnel who came to visit with the actor, Svenson seem to enjoy is time in McNairy County. Svenson was hosted by local Pusser historian Steve

Sweat and Franklin Lax of Maxxguard, in Jackson. Many nostalgic photos of the movies were shared by the actor as he signed autographs, took photographs and toured

the Courthouse Jail where Pusser housed many prisoners during his time as sheriff. Svenson also signed the See SVENSON STILL

Veterans Coalition Presents Summer Fest n Korean War Veterans to be recognized

he McNairy County Veterans Coalition will be hosting their Summer Veterans Fest on the 25th of June at Selmer City Park. The purpose of this event is to provide information to McNairy County Veterans, provide fellowship, and assist veterans with veterans' benefits. The event will feature live music, great food, and lots of information for veterans and their family. The coalition hopes that everyone comes out and enjoys the festivities. The Coalition and U.S. Representative Mark Green,

will be recognizing McNairy County Korean War Veterans, and presenting the Military Korean War Ambassador for Peace Medal to veterans that served in Korea during the war at the event. The Coalition is new and their mission is to enhance the lives and livelihood of veterans in McNairy County. Their goals are to identify veterans in the county, identify local veterans in need and meet their needs, provide a clearinghouse of information and providers to assist veterans in need while providing

events that promote fellowship and recognition. One of their primary goals is to raise awareness of veterans in the community, promote the veteran population in McNairy County, and to identify causes that benefit veterans and promote those causes in the veteran community. All veterans, their families and friends are invited to come to the Selmer City Park and see what all the coalition has to offer, have fellowship with each other and better understand offerings to make your lives better.

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This is what the coal mining community of Wilder looked like in the 1930s (FDR Presidential Library and Museum photo)

Ghost town was the scene of violent depression-era strike By Bill Carey Tennessee History for Kids

f you clear away the weeds, you can find the tombstone in the corner of the remote cemetery. Barney Graham, it claims, is “gone but not forgotten.” Eighty-nine years after his murder, I fear he has been forgotten – along with the mining community called Wilder that is synonymous with his name. If you’ve driven through this corner of Fentress County lately, you will attest to the fact that there isn’t much to Wilder anymore except for a tiny post office and a couple of abandoned houses. There’s no indication of the remarkable events that occurred here during the Depression. Wilder used to be coal country. In the early part of the twentieth century, people mined coal here and transported it by train along the Tennessee Central Railroad to Nashville. The Fentress Coal and Coke Co., as the business was called, owned Wilder – every house, every store. It was a classic coal mining town, where people were paid with “scrip” and where everything they bought was owned by the company. By the outbreak of the Great Depression about 700 people lived in Wilder –most of them in tiny shacks with no running water. When the Great Depression hit, the Fentress Coal and Coke lowered wages. In July 1932, workers organized a chapter of the United Mine Workers and went on strike, protesting low pay and working con-

ditions. The owners of Fentress Coal and Coke hired replacement workers to keep the mines producing and trains moving. Some of these workers were from other parts of Fentress County or from nearby counties such as Morgan and Overton. It wasn’t uncommon for a striker to recognize his brother, or cousin, among the scabs. Things got violent. Perry Cotham, who wrote a book called Toil, Turmoil and Triumph, interviewed a retired worker named Joe Welch: “There was a lot of shooting and a lot of explosions. Scabs and strikers were being shot at. Several killed and a lot of them got wounded . . . I can remember a lot of times walking into town and seeing 50-75 men carrying pistols.” In November 1932, on three occasions, railroad bridges leading to Wilder were blown up. Governor Henry Horton sent armed troops to guard railroad and company property. By this time several newspapers had reporters in Wilder, and most were sympathetic to the striking workers. When news spread across the county that people in Wilder were starving, people began donating money, food and medicine to their cause. Barney Graham was the leader of the strikers, and by the spring of 1933 there were rumors his life was in danger. Among the people who heard these rumors was Myles Horton, a union organizer who had founded the Highlander Folk School in Grundy County less than a year earlier. According to Horton’s autobiogra-

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Barney Graham’s grave in Fentress County (THFK photo) phy, he told Graham that there were people out to get him, and advised him to lay low. Graham refused to do so. On April 30, 1933, people in Wilder heard a series of gunshots. When they came out of

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Barney Graham’s murder, and his funeral, were big news. “The grand jury studied the slaying of Barney Graham today as his friends, 600 of them, marched two by two behind the coffin of their slain leader in a parade

through Wilder, over the spot where he met his death,” UPI reported. No one was ever convicted for Graham’s murder. Green, who is assumed by historians to have been the murderer, claimed he killed Graham in self defense. But according to an examining physician, four of Graham’s ten bullet wounds were in his back. After the excitement of Graham’s murder passed, the strike appears to have lost strength. The scabs became permanent, many of the striking workers decided to go back to work despite the low pay, while many of them simply left. Coal mining remained in Wilder through the 1960s, but since that time it has vanished, and the railroad no longer even goes through that part of the county. When engineers rebuilt Highway 85, they bypassed what some refer to as “Old Wilder.” The closest thing to a main street that Wilder used to have is now covered over by trees, as are the foundations of its old shacks. In Horton’s biography, he says that Graham’s murder and the way it was covered up by local authorities made him all the more certain that his Highlander Folk School would be a radical institution. That it was, promoting organized labor in the 1930s and 1940s and shifting its focus to civil rights in the 1950s. And among the many people who attended workshops at Highlander were Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr. Bill Carey is the founder of Tennessee History for Kids, a non-profit organization that helps teachers cover social studies.

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Svenson still....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................From page 1 guestbook at the preserved office of Sheriff Pusser and signed the replica 1972 Dodge patrol car rebuilt by Steve Sweat. Everyone seemed thrilled to spend some time reminiscing about Sheriff Buford Pusser, the movies, history and meeting the actor that portrayed Pusser in two movies following his tragic death on August 21, 1974. Svenson also starred in the short-lived 1981 television series Walking Tall. Svenson is a Swedish-American actor, producer and published

author. Svenson said his focus of late is writing and he enjoys it very much. As an award winning screenwriter, known for his roles in American genre films of the 1970s and 1980s. Svenson was not interested in acting initially and wanted to continue his education. He took a job in acting to supplement his education and realized he could make the same amount of money in two months in movies as he could annually as a college professor. It was in the late 1960s, Svenson had a recur-

ring role in the TV series Here Comes the Brides as Lumberjack Olaf “Big Swede” Gustavsen. He also appeared in 1973 made-for-TV movie Frankenstein, playing the Creature. His first big-screen movie role was opposite Robert Redford in The Great Waldo Pepper, where Robert Redford and Svenson play rival ex-WWI Army Air Service pilots. It was in his next pursuit, Svenson took over the role of lawman Buford Pusser from Joe Don Baker in both sequels to the hit 1973 film Walking Tall, after

MyRide TN to hold ribbon cutting

cNairy County residents 60 years and older may live more independently than before with the MyRide TN program expanding in our community. It is a senior-friendly volunteer transporta-

tion service that has taken root in Tennessee. Volunteers are being assembled in the county and two cars have been secured for the service. A grant of $98,000 has secured this service

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and their will be a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 1, 2022 at 1 p.m. at The Latta Building for the program. Seniors in need, your ride awaits.

Pusser himself, who had originally agreed to take over the role, died in an automobile crash. Pusser had signed a contract to play himself in Walking Tall Part 2 but died before the filming began. Svenson played the role of Sheriff Buford Pusser, who was known for his virtual one-man war on moonshining, prostitution, gambling, and other vices along the Mississippi-Tennessee state line. His story inspired movies, several books, songs and a TV series. Svenson has a pleasant visit in Selmer as

most of the movie was filmed in Chester County. He has written a novel, “A Dream of America” and is CEO of MagicQuest Entertainment. Svenson married wife Lise in 1966 and they have three children. Svenson spent time in Jackson, Tennessee, as well as at The MidSouth Nostalgia Festival which dates back to 1972. It is a place for western film collectors to gather which originated in Memphis. Much like the meet and greet in Selmer with Svenson, the festival provides a place where fans can

meet and hear from the actors, directors, stunt people and others who have provided years of entertainment through movies and television and is held annually. Standing 6 feet 5 inches tall, Svenson walked tall across the Selmer Courthouse lawn. He served proudly in the U. S. Marine Corps soon after emigrating to the United States at 15. While serving in Japan, he developed a love of judo. He is a black belt in Judo, keeps in great shape and seems ready for his next act wherever that takes him.

Selmer patrol car involved in accident Saturday

he Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash that involved a police patrol vehicle at the intersection of US Hwy 64 and US 45 on Saturday afternoon, June 11, according to a preliminary report. A 2019 Dodge Char-

ger patrol car, driven by 40 y/o Joshua Gilbert, Selmer Police Officer and a 2007 Pontiac G6, driven by 18 y/o Emma Grace Dix of Ramer collided at the intersection. There was one passenger in the Pontiac, 18 y/o Madison Jarnagin who

was the only one injured in the crash. The patrol car had emergency equipment activated at the time of the crash and all were wearing seatbelts. The crash remains under investigation.

Waste Connections truck overturns on US 45

n Monday, June 13, at approximately 3:13 p.m. an accident occurred involving a garbage truck attempting a turn on US 45. According

McNairy County Republicans to hold a meet and greet

he McNairy County Republicans will hold a candidates meet and greet at the McNairy Fire Station on Monday, June 20 at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend and meet the candidates.

to the Tennessee Highway Patrol preliminary report, a 2016 Mack garbage truck owned by Waste Connections of Mississippi, driven by 32 y/o Michael H. Rickman, of

Corinth, Miss., overturned at the intersection of Main Street and US 45. There were no injuries reported. The accident remains under investigation.

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World Grain Situation Remains Tight By Jai Templeton Contributor

s volatile weather and political unrest continues around the world the implications are showing up on the global grain market. Last Friday the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) were released. The report shows a lower than expected U.S. soybean beginning stock for trade year 2022/2023. The tighter stock numbers have created a recent up tick on soybean prices. While U.S. corn stocks were raised somewhat the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) still expect the domestic corn ending stocks to decline for some time in an even tighter corn supply. While wheat may have the best chance for increasing the stock pile the supply of wheat will continue to be compromised due to the war in Ukraine as well as continued supply chain issues. The report forecasts increased grain stocks for both 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 trade years. However, as in the U.S. assessment supply chain issues and global unrest will make for tight

movement of the supply. The war in Ukraine has helped to bring on a huge ramp up of both grain prices as well as input costs. Russia has blockaded most of the Ukrainian ability to export by ship. Over 90% of the country's grain supply is now by rail which vastly increases transportation costs and time. The war has also caused USDA to forecast that Ukrainian wheat production will fall 35% and corn production will fall more than 50%. India was slated to help fill much of the wheat gap but a recently developed drought has caused wheat yields to drop by a reported 50% in parts of the country. Currently, USDA estimates that Canada will be able to step in and maintain needed wheat supply. As worldwide wheat production is forecast to drop for the first time in four years the lingering drought in the U.S. is leading to the smallest U.S. red winter wheat crop since 1963. Any further deterioration of weather or conflict will put grain markets perilously close to a 1970's era food crisis. A more in-depth view of current grain supplies can be found at usda. gov/oce/commodity/wasde.

Walking Tall Music Fest a day to remember

he Walking Tall Music Festival was one to remember. If you were not in attendance, you missed a treat. All four entertainers were wonderful and diverse which lead those in attendance to stay to the bitter end to hear headliner Georgette Jones. This festival replaced

the Sheriff Buford Pusser Festival, and was a diversion from the fair like atmosphere but in a great way. Pusser fans were able to partake in the annual tour of all sites and the Pusser Home and Museum but were greeted with great live entertainment upon their return. Museum curator, Tina

Mullis, was pleased with the event and looks forward to a bigger festival next year. Other entertainers Ezella Robinson, Wayne Jerrolds & Savannah Grass as well as Steve Warren with his wonderful larger than life Elvis impressions was a show to

behold. The event was sponsored by the City of Adamsville, the Buford Pusser Home and Museum and honored the late Sheriff Buford Pusser who served as sheriff of McNairy County from 1964 to 1970. His life and legend was one told in movies, songs and a TV series “Walking Tall.”

Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoints

he Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting a Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoint at 11:00 p.m., July 1, 2022, on State Route 199, west of Droke Road in McNairy County. Impaired driving is a serious crime that kills more than 16,000 people and injures 305,000 others annually in the United States. Troopers will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment. Troopers will target

those who operate a vehicle while impaired and take corrective actions for other violations observed while ensuring the protection of all motorists. The Tennessee Highway Patrol recognizes sobriety checkpoints are highly visible and effective tools in the battle against impaired driving.

EVERY FIRST SATURDAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST SELMER MASONIC LODGE 1st Saturdays4The Selmer Masonic Lodge sponsors a Pancake Breakfast the 1st Saturday of every month form 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 153 S. Fourth Street, (behind the courthouse) to benefit Autism. Pancakes, Ramer sausage are served for a donation. Come enjoy and support a great cause. MCNAIRY COUNTY LIBRARIES SUMMER READING EVENTS June 6 - July 284Movie Mondays at Jack McConnico Library 10 a.m. every week. Terrific Tuesdays (Story & Craft) both libraries 11 a.m. Wonderful Wednesdays (Puzzles) both libraries 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Turn It In Thursdays, return your weekly reading log with your time documented to receive a book tag.

Events and Happenings

Friday, June 10, Guest appearance of Splash the Fish at Jack McConnico Memorial Library 2 p.m. Check out our Facebook page, McNairy County Libraries for More Summer Fun.

SCOTT FAMILY REUNION June 184All Scott descendents are invited to attend the 2022 Scott Family Reunion, including those of Winfield Warren and Susie Paralee Doss, Scott family on Saturday, June 18, the day before Father’s Day, beginning at 10 a.m. at The Marty Community Center, 405 Blanton Lane, Adamsville. Chicken and drinks provided. Organizers ask to bring a side dish and desserts. Call Rickey Scott 731-607-0031 for more info. SOUTHWEST COMMODITY FOOD DISTRIBUTION MCNAIRY COUNTY June 22 & 234All McNairy Co. residents already signed up for commodities can pick up June

22, 23 at the parking lot of the McNairy Co. General Hospital site. You can sign up before June 21 by calling 731-645-5739 to be eligible. June 22 8 a.m - 10 a.m. names A-F, 10 a.m. - 12 noon names G-L. On June 23, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. names M-S, 10 a.m. 12 noon names T-Z. Drive thru distribution only, have paperwork ready with ID in car window. Maximum 2 households per car.

UT MARTIN COON CREEK SCIENCE CENTER 70 MILLION YR. OLD FOSSIL DIG June 18 & July 164Dig alongside paleontologist and collect fossils that are 70 million years old. Your adventure will include information on the geological history, a creek walk through the Cretaceous sea floor, fossil collecting, and a demonstration on how to preserve your fossils for years to come all right here in McNairy County. Groups of 10 or more can be arranged at your convenience. Visits are by reser-

vation only. Call 731-646-1636 or email: cooncreek@utm.edu.

UT MARTIN ASTRONOMY CLASS June 18 & July 164Join us for a “Tour of the Sky” including constellation and star identification, how to find your way around the night sky, telescope features and usage, and observation of objects such as planets, nebulae, and star clusters. Program will start at sunset, ask for specific times when making reservations. Inclement weather may require rescheduling or relocation to the McNairy Central High School Planetarium. For more information Call 731-646-1636 or email: cooncreek@utm.edu. GOD’S WAY MINISTRIES OF CHARITY June 254God’s Way Ministries will be hosting a clothing giveaway for all sizes, shoes, household items, what knots and more on two Saturdays (June 11 & 25) from 8 a.m.

until at 1111 Peach Street, Selmer. Everyone welcome to come and get some clothing for your family. HENDRIX REUNION June 254The descendents of Richard Ivy Hendrix, Sr. will be having the annual Hendrix Reunion the 25th of June at the Selmer Community Center. All family and friends are invited. Please bring old pictures, family history or anything you would like to share. Bring your favorite dish for a potluck lunch at noon. Time will be all day starting at 10 a.m. SELMER FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 11-144 The Selmer First United Methodist Church will host Vacation Bible School themed Camp Commandment on July 11 - 14 each evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for Pre-K to 5th grade children. All are invited to come to 1122 W. Cherry Avenue, Selmer for VBS.

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MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

APOSTOLIC Life Tabernacle 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer Thomas Davis, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Jerusalem Faith Apostolic Church 27 Linley Circle, Selmer Bishop Ferdinand Gant Sr. Pastor Wanda Gant Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Class: Wed. night 7 p.m. Prayer: Wed. night 6 p.m. BAPTIST Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: 11:15 a.m. Sunday night: 5 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. INDEPENDENT Calvary Baptist Church Hwy 22 North, Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Mark Shumaker, 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.

Hwy 22 Michie Elder Rickey Taylor, Pastor 10:30 a.m. Song Service 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service

Selmer Primitive Baptist Church 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m. SOUTHERN Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m. Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Seth Bragg Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Night: 7 p.m. Cypress Creek First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1104 14 Falcon St. • Selmer Pastor: Clifford E. Wynn, Jr. (731) 645-8094 Sunday School: 9 a.m. Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. Jam Zone: 7:00 p.m. Eastview Baptist Church Hwy 45 S., Eastview, Tenn. Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Bible Study: 7 p.m.

Locke Road Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Bobby Bray, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. / Wed. 6:30 p.m.

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

Lighthouse Baptist Church 1780 Mulberry Ave., Selmer Jorgen Runquest, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main St., Adamsville Senior Pastor: Dr. Chad Ball Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:15 a.m. Discipleship Training: 5 p.m. Evening Worship: 6:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities: Prayer/Bible Study: 6:15 p.m. Children & Youth: 6:15 P.M. during the summer

PRIMITIVE BAPTIST Better Hope Primitive Baptist 4235 Leapwood-Enville Rd., Adamsville Elder Gene Gist, Pastor First Sunday of month beginning at 10:30 a.m., preaching 11 a.m. Michie Primitive Baptist Church

First Baptist Church of Bethel Springs 143 Jackson St., Bethel Springs

Jacob Brimm, 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 Bro. Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. First Baptist Church of Selmer Joey Johnson, Pastor 310 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m., Wednesday: 6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger David Sims, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Forty Forks Baptist Church 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs Randy Smith, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Bro. Randy Latch Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Pastor: Bro. Don Singleton Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. ; Wednesday: 7 p.m. Lakeview Baptist Church Pastor: Clint Overton 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Sundays: 11 a.m. Wednesdays: The Upper Room Student Ministry 5:30 For more info. call 731-6459771 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie,TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Mark LaRue, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. &

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

ST. JUDE THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH 1318 Poplar (Hwy. 64) • Selmer, TN 38375 Telephone: 731-645-4188 Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor

5 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA 6:30 p.m. Youth & Adults 6:45 p.m. Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy TN Bro. Jakob Harris, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. New Hope Baptist Church 854 Chandler Lane Pocahontas, TN Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Robert Hudson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Pleasant Site Baptist Church 1868 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Bradley Woolworth, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy 57 West, Ramer Joe Loncar, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Selmer Second Baptist 1004 Peach St., Selmer Tony Polk, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Trinity Baptist Church 7193 Michie-Pebble Hill Rd. Hwy 224 South Michie, TN 38357 Pastor: George Kyle Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship: 6:30 p.m. Wed. Night Bible Study:6:30 p.m. West Shiloh Baptist 282 West Shiloh Church Rd. Stantonville Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6 p.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Greg Brasher, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Antioch Church of Christ 7200 Hwy 57W Ramer, TN 38367 Darrin Stapleton, Minister (732) 645-5639 Bible Study 9:30 AM Worship 10:15 PM Worship 6:00 Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy 22 S. Michie Jon Paul Gulledge, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. (731) 239-9691 Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Cypress Tank Church of Christ 2645 Cypress Tank Rd., Pocahontas Dr. Brian Jackson, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Eastside Church of Christ 1366 E. Poplar, Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy 45 S., Selmer Shobeck Dethrow, Minister Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Brian Stephens, 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 Minister: Jeff Harville (205) 712-3502 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy 142, Stantonville Randy Cook, Minister Matt Cook, Minister Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Discussion Class: 11:15 a.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD Center Ridge Church of God 948 Center Ridge Road, Bethel Springs Duane R. Moore, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Only services due to Covid-19. Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Aaron Moss, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy Hwy 22 N. Adamsville Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Church of God of Prophecy 1642 Curtis Hill Church Rd., Bethel Springs Richard Horner, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. , Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bethel Springs Community Church 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs Larry Lancaster, Pastor (662) 415-8012 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.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 p.m. CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd., Ramer David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church New Bethel Road Rev. Jeff Powell Worship Service: 9:45 a.m. Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Highway 57 West, Ramer Pastor: Albert Brown Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. METHODIST Adamsville First United Methodist 206 East Main St., Adamsville, TN Rev. Troy Dillard Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Roger South, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. First United Methodist Church 1122 West Cherry Ave., Selmer Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Supper 5:30 p.m. Bible Study & Breakouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Hickory Flatt United Methodist Church Puron Rd., Hickory Flatt Jackie Gardner, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship: 10:15 a.m. Lebanon Church 250 Chambers Store Rd. Michie Paul Chicoine, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. Maggie Jones United Methodist Church 8173 Finger-Leapwood Rd. FInger, TN 38334 Pastor Howard Russom Contact info: 731-610-7638 Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Services 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday 5:00 p.m. New Bethel United Methodist Church 74 Wright St., Bethel Springs Shirley Williams, Pastor Sunday School 10 Sunday Service 11 a.m. Bible Study: Wed. at 7 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church Sticine Rd. - Michie Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. Tony Newman, Pastor Pebble Hill Methodist Church 2768 Chamber Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

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Sulphur Springs United Methodist Sulphur Springs Rd., Selmer Billy Patterson, Pastor Sunday School: follows service Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Union Grove United Methodist Pleasant Site Road, Selmer Billy Patterson, 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 Howard Russom Westmoreland, Pastor Worship: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: 10:15 a.m. LUTHERAN MISSOURI SYNOD Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 4203 Shiloh Road Corinth, MS Mike Dickson, Pastor Sunday School Adult: 9 a.m. Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m. Sunday School Children Adult: 10 a.m. PENTECOSTAL Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church 46 Beauty Hill Road, Bethel Springs, TN Pastor: Jonathan Tubbs Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday Evening: “Refreshing” 7:15 p.m. Bethel Springs United Pentecostal 3591 Main St., Bethel Springs Jeff Young, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. / Mon. & Wed.: 7 p.m. First United PentecostalEastview 7810 Hwy 45 S, Ramer Rev. Wayne Isbell, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Monday: 7 p.m. Wednesday: 7:15 p.m. The Sanctuary of MPC 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Sun. School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Gateway Holiness Chapel 2342 Refuge Rd., Bethel Springs Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m. / Thursday: 7 p.m. PRESBYTERIAN Bethel Springs Presbyterian Church 59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Rev. Joey Edwards Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Bethesda Presbyterian Church 50

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City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Mt. 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: 9 a.m. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Bethel Springs Seventh Day Adventist 4352 Main St., Bethel Springs John Johnston, Pastor Saturday Worship: 9 a.m. Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. OTHER/NON-DENOM Abundant Life Christian Fellowship 15770 Hwy 64 East Bolivar, Tn. Pastor D.R. Moore Bible Class: Saturday 10:00 a.m. Worship: Saturday 11 a.m. Only services due to Covid-19. A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Believers Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Karen Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m. Encounter Community Church 1026 Peach St. Selmer, TN Pastor: Melvin Berry (731) 645-0055 Sunday Morning Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Services 11 a.m. First Christian Church 133 N. Third St. Selmer Preacher, Gregg Worthey Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. First ChristianChurch 254 N. Maple St. Adamsville, TN 38310 Clint Hopper, Minister

Kingdom Church, More Sure Word 1814 Buena Vista Road Bethel Springs, Tenn. 38315 (731) 577-0100 Sundays at 4 p.m. 2nd & 4th Tuesday L.I.F.E. class at 7 p.m. Thirsty Thursday (Bible Class) 7 p.m. Love & Truth, Adamsville Campus 440 Hwy 64 East, Adamsville Lead Pastor - Eddie Cupples Campus Director - Scott Melson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday nights: 7 p.m. Phone: 731-632-4999 www.loveandtruthchurch.com Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 12 p.m. Wednesday: 7:30 p.m. Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Wed.: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach St., Selmer Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 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 St., Selmer Sherry Atnipp, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Full Gospel Fellowship Church 6595 Hwy 64 West Bethel Springs, Tenn. 731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m.., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Petra Family Worship Center 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN 731-434-1002 S.S.: 10 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday Night: 6 p.m. Thursday Night: 7 p.m. Pastors: Paul and Bonnie Young

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OBITUARIES Hershel Hollin June 16, 2022

ershel Hollin was 82 years old, 6 months and 27 days. He was the son of the late Barney Lee Hollin, Sr. and the late Nannie Bernice Spencer Hollin. He grew up in the Milledgeville area and was a standout athlete in basketball and baseball. He was on the Morris Chapel All-District team that went all the way to play at Vanderbilt University. In 1960 he married the love of his life, Doris Bartholomew Hollin who survives. They were married for 61 years, 8 months and 18 days. Even in his last days, he never wanted her to leave his side. Together they had one child, Mitzi Leann Azevedo, and if you knew Hershel, you knew that he absolutely lived for that girl and she did him. I don’t think there was a bigger

Daddy’s girl in the world and he ate that up! She always called him her Superman and she believed it with all her heart. There were two things that made Hershel the happiest and that was his wife and his daughter, but Mitzi used to joke that Connie, his special niece, was the favorite! That was an inside joke that made everybody laugh. Hershel was a jack of all trades and if there was anything that he wasn’t good at, I don’t think anyone ever found it. As a young man he drove a backhoe, ran a grocery store, helped build houses,

learned to plumb, wire houses, build and rebuild motors, weld, and he was a heck of a shortstop! However he spent the majority of his working life at Grinnell, later known as Anvil, Inc, in Henderson, Tenn. He was one of the first few hired at Grinnell after the plant opened and he stayed there for 33 years until he retired as a General Forman. Being retired never slowed him down. He became the neighborhood “fix-it” man, a member of the Milledgeville Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the City Council, a grandfather who went to every game possible for Brian and Kristen and even "his boy” Dylan Lott. He NEVER stopped. Hershel's mother, Mama B, often quoted a childlike Mitzi when Mitzi would say and TRULY BELIEVED, "My Daddy can fix anything!" It didn't matter what it was, he could fix it. A broken toy, a broken lamp, a broken refrigerator, even a broken heart. My Daddy could fix anything.

He leaves behind his daughter, Mitzi Azevedo of Adamsville,Tenn., and a special niece who he considered a daughter, Connie Hanna Weatherford (David) of Milledgeville, TN. He also leaves grandchildren Brian Azevedo (Tera) of Milledgeville, Kristen Azevedo Martin (Trent) of Dyersburg, Tenn., Courtney Myracle (Scott) of Morris Chapel, Tenn., and Eric Weatherford (Shelby) of Adamsville, Tenn., and four great-grandchildren Hershel Reed Azevedo, Brooks Wayne Martin, Olivia Reese Azevedo and Hollin Katherine Martin. He is also survived by a brother Teddy Hollin (Ann) of Milledgeville, Tenn., and a sister, Jimmie Nell Martin, of Hickory Hills, IL, and brother-in-law, James (Dub) Bartholomew of Sardis, Tenn. He also leaves a special nephew, Barry Bartholmew, of Decaturville, TN, who was his partner in crime in more games of "High Nine" than could be counted and

was just a best buddy. He leaves a nephew, Charles Hollin, of North Little Rock, AR, who was born only hours after him on November 16 who was as close to him as a brother. Other than his parents, he was proceeded by a sisterin-law Brenda Bartholomew Hanna, brothers Barney Lee Hollin, Jr, Ellis Hollin, Thomas Sidney Hollin, Johnny Ray Hollin, Willie Dee “Porter” Hollin, Edwin Jones Hollin, Loner Eugene Hollin, and James Bell Hollin who died in infancy. He was also preceded in death by a special nephew, Clint Kennedy, and his mother, Glenda Bartholomew Kennedy and his mother-inlaw, Ruby Lee Bartholomew. Services will be held on June 16, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Milledgeville United Methodist Church in Milledgeville, Tennessee, with Leland Alexander and David Weatherford officiating. Burial will follow in the Milledgeville Cemetery at Milledgeville, Tennessee.

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Cynthia Dawn Gibson August 21, 1963 - June 9, 2022

ynthia Dawn Gibson was born August 21, 1963 in Landstuhl, Germany. She had a strong belief in God. She enjoyed fishing, reading, writing poems, playing pool and watching reality medical shows and classic TV. She was a caregiver for her grandkids and loved every minute. She also loved spending time with her fur babies Mitzi and JonJon. Cynthia departed this life on June 9, 2022 in Florence, Ala., at the age of 58 Years, 9 Months, 19 Days. She is survived by her children: Tommy Lee Thomas of Selmer, Tenn., David Thomas of Stantonville, Tenn., Megan Thomas Wallace and husband J B of Beech Bluff, Tenn., Randall Smith, William Atkins Jr., Fal-

Doug Lambert January 6, 1947 June 7, 2022

lon Hill and husband Timothy all of Selmer, Tenn., Amanda Harris of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; fifteen grandchildren: Caitlynn, Zanaka, William Eli, Malia, Nadia, Rekiya, Jakobe, Jacob, Dylan, Asya, Lexi, Cameron, Antonio, A'Zavion, La'Tavior; two great grandchildren, Nova and Kasyn; a special friend, William Atkins; mother, Jan Walker Long of Texas; siblings: Cheri Swift, Patti Daniel, Don Gibson, Charles Gibson, Nola Atkins. Cynthia was preceded in death by her father, William Gibson; a son, Jon Charles Gibson. Services were held on June 13, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., Joe Loncar officiated.

Nancy Helen Hipshire Chambers May 2, 1929 June 11, 2022

ancy Helen Hipshire Chambers was born May 2, 1929, to Charles Hipshire and Grace Gilbert Hipshire Hamilton of Rogersville, Tennessee. Nancy grew up in Rogersville and graduated from Rogersville High School. She attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. Nancy met Kenneth Chambers while attending U. T. They were married on June 5, 1948 and made their home in Selmer. Nancy, like many other young women in post-war America, joined ranks to help Selmer become the thriving town it is today. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, where she attended the Christian Voyagers Sunday School Class, was a charter member of the Ruth Circle, and served the church in many other positions. Nancy was a charter member of the Junior Civic League, and was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Stephen Foster Music Club. She loved her family, her home, and liked being called a homemaker. Nancy and her sister Evelyn were best friends. They considered themselves blessed to have married men from Selmer. They raised their families together, along with their parents, who joined them in Selmer following their retire-

oug Lambert was born January 6, 1947 in McNairy County, Tennessee, the son of the late Jodie and Bertha Richards Lambert. Doug taught school and coached boys basketball and girls softball. He started his career at McNairy Central High School then went on to Clifton, Chester County High School, Summertown High School and came back to McNairy County to Ramer Elementary School. He loved playing golf, hunting and fishing. He served honorably in the United States Army for 4 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Michie, Tenn. Mr. Lambert depart-

Gwen Henry June 21, 1942 June 6, 2022

G ed this life on June 7, 2022 in Michie, Tenn., at the age of 75 Years, 5 Months, 1 Day. He is survived by a son, Brian Lambert of Counce, Tenn.; a grandson, Tyler Lambert; two nephews, David Lambert of Everly, Iowa; and Tommy Hopkins of Corinth, Miss.; niece, Linda Lambert of Mason City, Iowa. In addition to his parents, Mr. Lambert was preceded in death by a sister, Minerva Fowler; two brothers, Cletus and J.C. Lambert. A Graveside Service was held on June 10, 2022 at the Michie Cemetery in Michie, Tenn., with Ben Martin officiating.

Gary Odell Jones November 25, 1952 June 5, 2022

G ment. Playing golf, bridge, and visiting with her friends were some of Nancy's favorite activities. She was an admired and respected lady by all who knew her. Nancy departed this life on June 11, 2022 in Selmer, Tenn., at the age of 93 Years, 1 Month, 9 Days. She is survived by a son, Samuel Charles (Sam) Chambers and wife Tina of Selmer, Tenn.; a daughter, Nancy Jane Hutcherson of Selmer, Tenn.; three grandchildren: John Kenneth (Ken) Hutcherson and wife Heather of Selmer, Tenn., Albert Chambers Hutcherson and wife Kelcey of Finger, Tenn., and Staci Black of Chicago, Ill.; her two latest loves, great-grandchildren Evan Kelly Hutcherson and Samuel Kenneth (Hutch) Hutcherson; and many extended family and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Nancy was preceded in death by a grandchild, Samuel Robert Chambers, and a sister, Evelyn Gooch. A private family graveside service was held on June 12, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery in Selmer, Tenn., with John Kenneth Hutcherson and Albert Chambers Hutcherson officiating. Burial followed in the Oak Hill Cemetery at Selmer, Tenn. Memorials may be made to Selmer First United Methodist Church.

ary Odell Jones was born in Jackson, Tennessee, on November 25, 1952 the son of the late Clint Odell and Rachel Farene Young Jones. As a young boy he spent most of his time with his grandparents: Clyde and Ann May Young and J.C and Mary Butler Jones of the Mifflin area where he enjoyed being in the fields with his grandfather. In 1970, Gary graduated from Adamsville High School where he was voted Mr.AHS and Most Athletic. He lettered in both basketball and football. He earned a scholarship from Memphis State for basketball but he tore his ACL later in the season. He was instrumental in getting the football program reinstated after being discontinued for about 8-10 seasons. Following graduation, Gary worked for ABC Towing for 18 years and was a truck driver for over 25 years. He also worked part-time for Deberry roofing in the 1970's. He was united in marriage to JoAnn Miller on August 24, 1970. Mrs. Jones preceded him in death on December 9, 2011. On August 14, 1966, he was baptized at First Baptist Church in Adamsville and has been a member since the age of 12. Gary loved sports - football, basketball, and was a huge Tennessee Vols fan. After retiring from truck driving, he loved telling stories of his trucking and good ole days. He battled health problems for many

years and was able to spend many quality years with his family. Gary loved his family and friends, he was a loving, generous and caring person. Gary departed this life on June 5, 2022 in Adamsville, Tenn., at the age of 69 Years, 6 Months, 11 Days. He is survived by a daughter, Tara Ann Jones Sweat Reddit and husband Paul of Adamsville, Tenn.; grandson, Jeremy "Hunter" Sweat and companion Molly Hawkins of Adamsville,Tenn.; great granddaughter, Sophie Claire Sweat of Adamsville, Tenn.; loving companion, Patricia Gail Melton of Adamsville, Tenn.; brothers, Kelly Jones and wife Jana of Adamsville, Tenn., Reggie Jones and wife Debbie of Chattanooga, Tenn.; sister, Donna Clenette Moore of Adamsville, Tenn.; stepfather, Sammy Brown of Adamsville, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Jones was preceded in death by sister, Vickie Farene Simmons; son-in-law, Jerry Glenn Sweat; and grandparents, Clyde and Ann May Young, J.C. and Mary Butler Jones. Services were held on June 8, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Adamsville, Tenn., Steven Moore officiated. Burial followed in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Adamsville, Tenn.

wen Henry was born June 21, 1942 in Selmer, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Willie and Sudie Smallwood Gann. She was united in marriage to Wayne Franklin Wilson on July 14, 1958. Mr. Wilson preceded her in death on July 13, 1996. She married Bill Henry on December 24, 2005. Mrs. Henry loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was the happiest when her house was full of family and children. Her door and heart was always open to family, friends, and neighbors. She was known by her family as being an excellent cook, her famous electric skillet meatloaf - green beans with potatoes and onions along with her peach and blackberry cobblers. She spent many hours in her vegetable garden, flowers and roses. She cherished the time spent with her family shucking corn under the shade tree, playing bingo and crocheting. She was an active member of Buena Vista Church in Bethel Springs and a lifetime member of the Selmer Moose Lodge. Mrs. Henry departed this life on June 6, 2022 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee, at the age of 79 Years, 11 Months, 16 Days. She is survived by her husband, Bill Henry of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; two sons, Frankie Wilson and wife Phyllis of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Jamie Wilson and wife Anita of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; three granddaughters, Amber Nixon and husband Ronny of Selmer,

Tenn., Courtney Smith and husband Casey of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Cassy Smith and husband Clay of Henderson, Tenn.; step daughter, Crystal Henry and companion Jerry Doris of Selmer, Tenn.; two stepsons, Brian Henry and companion Shannon Johnson of Selmer, Tenn., Clay Henry and wife Leigh Ann of Chicago, Ill.; Nine step grandchildren, Cody Dickey and wife Monica of Selmer, Tenn., Brianna Winters and companion Chauncey Elders, Tyler Henry and wife Savannah of Fairbanks, Ark., Blaine Henry of Chicago, Ill., Mary H. Henry of Chicago, Ill., Conner T. Henry of Chicago, Ill., Chris Benavidez of Ind., Maria Bryant and husband Allen of Crump, Tenn., Nikki Rejano and husband Jason of Chicago, Ill.; three great grandchildren, Hunter Nixon, Callie Smith, Rylie Smith; eight step great grandchildren, Isla Elders, Bella, Lucas, and Scarlett Henry, Bailee Benavidez, Gavin Cortez, Daygun and Renny Bryant; a sister, Rubye West of Selmer, Tenn.; a brother, Harold Gann of Jackson, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to her first husband and parents, Mrs. Henry was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Sullivan, Peggy Lipford; a brother, Gerald Gann. Services were held on June 8, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Buena Vista Church in Bethel Springs, Tenn., with Bro. Ben Martin officiating. Burial followed in the Buena Vista Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tenn.

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SUNRISE – Light & Hope By David Coy Contributor

ave you ever thought of the relation of light and hope? To illustrate there is a story about a person in ancient time who was plagued and as a result was prone to convulse and cut himself with stones. The story does not specify but perhaps he had gash marks all over his body because of this habit. He had a long history of behaving in a manner that could be described as not in his right mind. Yet, his life was not without the potentiality of hope for the future (cf. Mark 5:1-20 & Luke 8:26-39) I read a story about Tracy Bettencourt who said she woke up in darkness every morning. She says she regularly deals with the subjects of hope, adversity, love positivity, strength, and determination. Does she choose to view her world with a positive outlook in spite of her circumstances? As a result of reading her brief article I believe so. When adversity comes into our lives we have a choice as to how’d we will respond. I often say to people that we have no control over how other people behave, but we do over how we behave and respond to circumstances. Yes, tribulations can and sometimes will be overwhelmingly difficult to endure. I do not know what it is like to lose a child through death or a loved one by suicide or homicide or to lose a spouse. These and other losses must be immensely challenging. Yes, we can choose to be overcome by our own traumatic circumstances. We can wake up every morning in darkness and choose to remain in mental darkness and allow our sadness to define us. We also can wake up though sad and sorrowful and work with loving, and the knowledge of having been loved, with a positive mindset, and a confident expectation (hope) for the future, coupled with the determination to make it so. If we may serve you please allow us the opportunity. I look forward to seeing you.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2022

36th Annual Academic Awards for 2022

McNairy Central High School Teacher of the Year and Service Awards MCHS Teacher of the Year Nick Cook

5-year pins: Wes Johnson, Leah Teague

10-year service pin: Jamie Lancaster

30 year service pins: Debbie Harbin, Teena Hatfield, Jim McCay

15 year service pins: Debra Hurst, Amanda Isbell, Sarah Lemons, Molly Stanfield

35 year service pin: Dr. Jerry Pyron

40 year service pin: Randy Roten

25 year service pins: Jan Williams, Ryan Foret

Josh Hatchell will be leaving us for other endeavors. Scott Powers is retiring after 28 years.

Adamsville High School Service Awards

AHS - 5 Yr Josh Carroll; 15 Yr Jana Bowen, Jayte Chapman, Bobby Isbell, Beth Teague; 20 Yr. Brandon Gray; 25 Yr Chad Bowen; 30 Yr Kelly Wilder.

Adamsville Elementary School Service Awards

Teacher of the Year Wendy Bowers

10 Yr Service Awards: Toni Dickey, Autumn Shourd

15 Yr Service Awards: Jessica Plunk, Tiffaney Cima, Cherie Bishop

25 Yr Service Awards: Beth Taylor, Tammy Carroll, Lee Bishop, Sherry Copeland

Michie Elementary School Service Awards

15 Yr: Megan Griffin, Rachel Dancer

20 Yr: Michelle Bowen

25 Yr: Missy Clapp, Misty Wiggington

35 Yr: Debra Steen, Alicia Caldwell

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2022

36th Annual Academic Awards for 2022

Ramer Elementary School Teacher of the Year & Service Awards

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Selmer Middle School Teacher of the Year & Service Awards

5 Yr Service Award Cortney Treece

15 Yr Service Awards Kim Prather

15 Yr Service Awards Crystal Gammon

15 Yr Service Awards Shannon Rodgers

15 Yr Service Awards Lora Lee Sweat

15 Yr Service Awards Gail Leatherwood Teacher of the Year Andy Alexander

Teacher of the Year Callie Horton

20 Yr Service Awards Beth Brown

20 Yr Service Awards Tami Johnson

15 Yr Service Award Tim Hurst & 30 Yr Service Award Betty Hopkins 20 Yr Service Awards Vonda Jobe

25 Yr Service Awards Bridgett Maness

30 Yr Service Awards Dana Holmes

5 YR Service Award David Grisham

Selmer Elementary School Teacher of the Year and Service Awards

Selmer Elementary 5 Yr Service Award Elizabeth Redmon, 10 Yr. Service Award Katie Austin, 25 Yr Service Award Robin Bedwell, Christy Perkins.

Congratulations All the best teachers

Teacher of the Year Beth Moore

SPORTS

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2022

Jakob Oldham with father Wes Oldham and coach Noah Evans.

Oldham signs with University of Pikeville

akob Oldham was a five year starter for the Adamsville Car-

dinal Soccer Program. He helped the team to two district titles and a trip to sub

state during his four years at AHS. He was recognized as an All District performer,

All Tournament, and 2nd team All West TN. Jacob will be continuing his ca-

reer at The University of Pikeville in Kentucky this fall.

Rockabilly Highway Revival a success

he Rockabilly Highway Revival held Saturday, June 11, downtown Selmer was a success. Arts in McNairy founder, Shawn Pitts, announced the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame nominees for the Classes of 2022 and 2023. The Hall of Fame induction will be later this year with more to come on the nominees at a later date. Last years's inductees Martha Lynn Holt and Rudy Moore unveiled the marker of the Class of 2021 at The Latta Building surrounded by family and friends. The marker will be placed among others downtown Selmer. Meanwhile, Carl Perkins Center for the Pre-

Martha Lynn Holt and Rudy Moore unveil the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame maker for the Class of 2021 while AiM founder Shawn Pitts looks on. vention of Child Abuse staff and board members were busy registering

and parking over 160 entries in the Festival's annual car show. Photog-

rapher Bryan Huff of Huffoto, volunteered his time and took photos of each

vehicle entry in front of a Rockabilly mural. The streets were lined with cars from multiple states dating from the early 20's model T's to more recent classic vehicles, trucks and more that festival goers enjoyed viewing during the festival. This year the festival featured four stages of live music. At Rockabilly Park music lovers listened to Lloyd Watkins and the Hammer Down Band, The Cadillacs of Florence, Alabama and Dawg Creek Band in the evening. At noon Rudy Moore and the Bluegrass Pals played at Pick'N at Pats stage on North 3rd Street by Pat's Cafe. On South 3rd Street music was enjoyed on the Courthouse

lawn with Bo Jack Killingsworth and the Hammer Down Band. The Latta Theatre featured the Rinehart and Rose Band which drew many country dancers to the floor for their performance. All stages were well attended and seemed to be a draw for the festival. The festival was sponsored by Arts in McNairy, the McNairy County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Division, City of Selmer and an array of corporate sponsors. Selmer was on display proudly for 12 hours Saturday and everyone, including vendors seemed pleased and looking forward to next years festival.