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He’s Always Been A Real Good Friend To Me…

Remembering Ronnie Price By John E. Talbott

n a day when politics and even local community affairs are full of idealogues and partisans, every so often, a true public servant comes along. Yesterday, McNairy County lost one of its most trusted public servants and I lost a close and dear friend. Ronnie Price, our longtime county clerk, passed as quietly from this life, as quietly as he had lived it. I first got to know Ronnie as a child, like many kids in our county, going with my Dad to the clerk’s office on business. However, I was fortunate to grow close to Ronnie and have been for the last thirty plus years his friend. Despite his quiet demeanor and humble nature, Ronnie had many interests in life. He was well-read, constantly reading history on every level. Unlike many in public office today, this man understood the American story and its development. He knew as much history as any history professor or teacher I ever enSee “REMEMBERING”

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Riding to the Cannon - Shiloh National Military Park SHILOH, Tennessee - Enjoy a free bike ride on Saturday, July 9th, to learn about cannons and artillery actions at the Battle of Shiloh. Join Park Ranger Charles Spearman for a five-mile bike ride to the sites of famous artillery batteries in the Battle of Shiloh. After listening to the cannon fire on July 2-3rd,

learn more about the actions of artillery in the Battle of Shiloh. Participants will learn about hand-to-hand struggles over Union and Confederate batteries. Artillery batteries were trophies of war to infantry units who seized them and were permitted to place crossed

Families First Participants to receive a onetime additional payment

450 deposit arriving July 1 to support the needs of families with back-toschool preparations NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is providing extra support to thousands of families who receive monthly cash assistance through the state’s Families First program. Households with an active, ongoing case in the Families First Program as of May 31, 2022, will receive a one-time payment of $450 on their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. This one-time payment will be available July 1, 2022. The payment will provide extra support to Families First participants as they begin to prepare for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. The 2020 Families First Case Characteristics Study indicated nearly three quarters of Families First children are 5 years of age or older, accounting for a significant portion of the Families First caseload. “More than 13,000 Tennessee families will receive this assistance in a time where they likely need it most,” said TDHS Commissioner Clarence H. Carter. “With the start of school just around the corner, our hope is that families can have an easier time purchasing the things their children need,

leaving them feeling confident and ready for the school year.” This additional Families First payment is funded through the federal Pandemic Emergency Assistance Fund (PEAF). Tennessee qualified for more than $12 million in PEAF dollars. This payment is the second and last investment TDHS is making with those dollars. The first PEAF investment was made in December 2021, when child-only Families First households received an additional deposit ahead of the holiday season. Families First is Tennessee’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. TANF is a federally funded program that emphasizes work, family strengthening, and personal responsibility to empower families for long-term success. The program helps participants reach this goal by providing temporary cash assistance, transportation, child care assistance, educational support, job training, and other support services. The Tennessee Department of Human Services is dedicated to making our state a place where all Tennesseans can move beyond the barriers they may face, to self-sufficiency, and on to new heights.

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cannons on their battle flags. Battery crews would often defend their guns as long as possible and attempt to escape capture of their guns. The program will feature a number of rare cannons including one of a kind Confederate pieces The bicycle ride will take

place between 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and will meet at the park visitor center. The distance of the ride is five-miles over mostly level terrain. Participants need to bring their own bicycles, should wear helmets, and high visibility clothing appropriate to the weather. Sunscreen, insect repel-

lant, and water are also recommended. Pre-registration is required to participate in the Saturday morning ride. Please call the park visitor center at 731-689-5696 to register. For more information on this and other park events please visit our website at www.nps.gov/shil.

CONSUMER ALERT: Scam Home Warranty Letters NASHVILLEThe Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) in the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office is warning homeowners about a home warranty scam. The letter urges Tennessee homeowners to purchase a home warranty claiming the current home warranty “may be expiring or may have already expired.” Each letter contains the same claim, even if the homeowner has never purchased a home warranty. The letter also heavily

implies an affiliation with the homeowner’s mortgage company and the “county deed records” office. The people responsible for these letters are in no way affiliated with the homeowner’s mortgage company or the Register of Deeds office. The letter asks for a response to the notice by a certain date and threatens that failing to respond could result in a potential loss of coverage. Solicitations that use threatening language or unnecessary

urgency are almost always a scam. Many consumers wonder how these scammers know the name of their mortgage company. Some information about mortgages, such as the name of your lender and servicer, are public record and that information can be found online. These scammers use the name of your mortgage company in the letter in order to appear legitimate. If you are interested in purchasing a home warranty with a legitimate

company, we strongly encourage you to do thorough research as well as check with the Better Business Bureau for reputable companies. As for these letters from Home Warranty Direct, it is recommended that they be ignored and discarded. If you have received this letter or one like it you can file a complaint with DCA here: https:// www.tn.gov/attorneygeneral/working-for-tennessee/file-a-consumer-complaint.html.

CAB to host Back to School Fest to distribute free school supplies

By Janet Rail Publisher

drive-thru Back to School Fest will be held on Saturday, July 16, for local students returning to school at Selmer City Park starting at 9 a.m. The McNairy County Community Advisory Board (CAB) hosts the event. The drive is on a first come, first serve

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parents with school supplies. Supplies are made by donations from various businesses, organizations and individuals. Anyone interested in donating items is encouraged to call 731610-0509 or you can drop off items at the Selmer Community Center. Volunteers will fill bags on Friday, July 15,

starting at 1 p.m. at the Selmer Community Center, 230 N. 5th Street, Selmer. The event is for all eight county schools. Volunteers are welcome to assist. Over 300 students received bags last year and the group hopes to double that amount this year so parents, guardians, take advantage of these free school supplies.

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Tennesseans will see new tax cuts as fiscally conservative budget goes into effect NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s new $52.8 billion budget for the 2022/2023 fiscal year is among a host of new laws that will go into effect on July 1. This budget continues lawmakers’ record of low taxes and fiscal responsibility. The no-debt, balanced budget was supported by Senator Page Walley and appropriates over $280 million in new tax cuts and financial relief for Tennesseans. On July 1, Tennesseans will not have to pay the state’s annual license plate registration fee of $23.75 for one year, saving citizens a total of $121.6 million. This savings, which will continue through June 30, 2023, is one way lawmakers could provide financial relief exclusively to Ten-

nesseans and not out-ofstate residents who shop and do business in the state. “Tennessee is in a strong financial position,” said Walley, who supported the legislation to remove the state’s license plate registration fee. “We have been able to continually cut taxes while our state revenues increase, which is remarkable. I am glad we will be able to provide financial relief for citizens this year and thank them for their work to make Tennessee the greatest state in the Union.” The budget allocates money for a month-long grocery sales tax holiday for August 2022. This sales tax holiday aims to help provide relief for rising inflation rates. For the entire month of Au-

gust, the 4% state sales tax plus applicable local taxes for unprepared food and food ingredients will be removed. T h e state will replace local revenue lost, so local governments’ budgets will not be affected by this tax reduction. See the Sales and Use Tax Notice for more information on this sales tax holiday. “Tennesseans’ grocery bills are higher than ever before,” said Walley. “While we cannot solve national economic issues created at the federal level, this is one way

we can provide relief to Tennessee families for their rising grocery bills.” Since 2 0 11 , Te n nessee Republican lawmake r s have cut over $2 billion in taxes for Tennesseans. At the same time, Tennessee has earned top awards for fiscal stability by U.S. News and World Report and maintained a AAA bond rating. The General Assembly continued Tennessee’s annual back-to-school sales tax holiday on

clothing, school supplies and computers, which will take place July 29, 2022 – July 31, 2022. More information about tax-exempt items during this holiday can be found here. The sales tax holiday on gun safes and safety devises that was first passed in 2021 will also be extended under this year’s budget. It provides funds for sales taxfree gun safes and safety devises from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. More information on this sales tax holiday can be found here. Other key investments in the 2022/2023 budget include an additional $1 billion in K-12 funding, bringing the total investment in K-12 education to $6.5 billion. It also provides $25 million for

important legislation protecting victims of violent crimes and providing true accountability for those who commit crimes. To maintain responsible fiscal management, the budget invests $250 million in the state’s Rainy Day Fund, which serves as Tennessee’s savings account to withstand economic downturns, raising the fund to a historic level of $1.8 billion. Another key component of this year’s budget is that $1.3 billion of Tennessee’s $3 billion revenue surplus is set aside for future use. Much of the surplus is used for one-time expenditures to prevent the growth of state government but still provide resources and relief to important initiatives.

Remembering Ronnie Price.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................From page 1 countered. His curiosity as to the history of his nation, state and county was never fully satisfied. Ronnie and I had countless conversations over the last three decades about many things, including his favorite character from American political history, a Democrat unlike him, former President Lyndon B. Johnson. He was always fascinated by Johnson’s understanding of the American system, whether or not he agreed with his policies. That was, in fact, what set Ronnie apart from others. He could work with people of differing ideologies and across the political aisles. Others were not his enemies because they didn’t agree, they were his friends, and unless they proved otherwise, he assumed

they were trying to better their community as well. That’s what truly set Ronnie Price apart from so many. He believed we could learn something from others, even from those with whom we might disagree. Ronnie’s office was more to him that just a way to make a living. He found both big and small ways to help the public he served. Still, one had to understand that Ronnie admired honorable traditions and never felt it was his place to question them. His work as clerk allowed him to see history in the making as he sat through county commission meetings over a period of forty-four years, in fact through the terms of eleven county commissions. He served with no fewer than six men who held the job title of county executive or

county mayor, just missing the era of the county judge by only a few days. Ultimately, he missed completing his own eleventh term by only a few weeks. I personally will miss my regular talks with Ronnie, the discussion of county and local history, current political events and discussing Purdy history. Ronnie desperately wanted to see a thorough history of our first county seat written and published. Again, his devotion to tradition and local history was always burning. Over the last twenty-four hours, I’ve reflected deeply over the loss of my friend. Even in the course of a visit between us, Ronnie didn’t let our visit interfere with his operations. He’d take his calls, step out to speak to his fellow

citizens and even once, pulled me into a wedding as a witness because the couple needed one. The county will miss his steady hand at the clerk’s office, always willing to help and always treating people with equity and kindness, regardless of their politics or beliefs. He was a refreshing presence in world full of enmity and bitter political interactions. He served all as they came through the doors and he was friend to all he knew. When some folks talked negatively about those with whom they disagreed and with whom Ronnie may have had nothing but positive interaction, his genuine and regular reply was “well, they’ve always been a real good friend to me.” Such statements were genuine and

a part of his natural personality. We need more men like Ronnie Price in life and in public affairs today. At the end of the day, Ronnie’s dedication extended to all walks of life. He was a family man and he loved Kay, his children and grandchildren with great devotion. He left them a legacy of which to be proud. Still, in his normal course of humility, he would tell you that he was better for their presence in his life. He was never one to take credit, but today we salute him and give him credit ourselves for a life well-lived and a heart of a servant who never stopped serving. Just last Tuesday, I stopped by to see Ronnie. He was busy and I didn’t interfere. He smiled at me and saluted

me. I returned the salute. Then I took a place in the lobby and stood where I could watch this friend of many years stand at his counter, still devoted to duty, helping customers. I watched him for some twenty minutes, hoping we’d get a minute to talk, but we didn’t. Now, looking back, I’m glad I had that quiet uninterrupted moment to watch my friend do what he loved to do, serve the public and serve his county. That was my last glimpse of this wonderfully kind man and I’ll treasure it throughout the last of my years. In the end, when I think about my friend, Ronnie Price, I think of a quote by Shakespeare: “He was a man, take him for all in all, I shall not look upon his like again.” Ronnie Price, thank you for so much.

Arkansas State announces graduates at Spring 2022 commencement JONESBORO – Arkansas State University has announced the list of students who completed degree requirements to graduate at Spring Commencement, held May 7 in Centennial Bank Stadium. The list includes graduates from 44 states and 16 other

countries. Chancellor Kelly Damphousse presented diplomas at the associate, bachelor, master, specialist and doctoral levels, along with various program certificates, as awarded through the various colleges: Agriculture, Neil Griffin College of

Business, Education and Behavioral Science, Engineering and Computer Science, Liberal Arts and Communication, Nursing and Health Professions, Sciences and Mathematics, and University College. Undergraduates with a 4.0 GPA are designat-

ed as graduating Summa Cum Laude. Those with a GPA of 3.8-3.99 graduated Magna Cum Laude, and those with a GPA of 3.6-3.79 graduated Cum Laude. David W. Stevens, of Selmer, graduated with a Master of Science in Education, Educational Leadership.

Narconon New Life Treatment – Drug and alcohol rehabilitation and education

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ened sense of euphoria, friendliness, empathy for others, increased energy, and altered perceptions of light and sound. As fun as that may seem, there are many negatives to MDMA one of which is it can lead to death. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, reach out for help. Narconon helps people all over the US find treatment to end

the web that traps those in addiction. To learn what to look for visit: https://www.narcononnewliferetreat.org/blog/what-is-it-liketo-be-addicted-to-ecstasy.html. Also offer addiction screenings:Narconon can help you take steps to overcome addiction in your family. Call today for free screenings or referrals 1- 800-431-1754.

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Rep. Green’s office now accepting Military Service Academy applications CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.—The office of Congressman Mark Green, USMA Class of 1986, is now accepting applications for nominations to United States Military Service Academies. The application deadline is October 28, 2022 and open to students in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. The honor of attending a U.S. Service Academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military upon graduation. Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. Service Academies: The U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY. The fifth

Mark Green service academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), New London, CT, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment. To request a Service Academy nomination application, please complete the form listed on Congressman Green’s website or call the Clarksville Office 931266-4483 located at 128 N. Second Street, Suite 104, Clarksville, TN 37040. Once the form has been completed, you will receive the ap-

plication. To be considered for a nomination by Rep. Green’s nominating committee, you must complete the full application provided to you after submitting the online application. Nominations will be based on merit. Rep. Green said, “As a cadet on the Plain at West Point, I swore an oath to protect and defend our nation. That oath is what drives me. Service Academies create leaders for life, and it is my honor to provide nominations for Tennessee’s best and brightest young leaders.” Please mail your completed application packet to: Congressman Mark E. Green, ATTN: Patti Carroll, 305 Public Square Suite 212, Franklin, TN 37064 or email your electronic application packet to: patti. carroll@mail.house.gov and sam.nienow@mail. house.gov.

Speaker Sexton appoints Assistant Leader Gant to newly created Joint Ad Hoc Committee on Juvenile Justice NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, has appointed Assistant Majority Leader Ron Gant, R-Piperton, to serve on the newly created Joint Ad Hoc Committee on Juvenile Justice. Created by the Speakers of the House and Senate, this committee will examine all aspects of juvenile detention and probation in the state. Committee members will also be tasked with studying all private youth facilities that contract with Tennessee. “It’s an incredible honor to serve as a member of the Joint Ad Hoc Committee on Juvenile Justice, and I appreciate the trust Speaker Sexton has placed in me with this appointment,” Gant said. “Together, we’ll focus on enhancements to our current juvenile justice system that will truly make cities

Ron Gant and towns across Tennessee safer.” The overall goal of the eight-member panel is to identify and create solutions to change the trajectories of juvenile offenders by improving outcomes, which will ultimately transform lives. “Ron Gant has prioritized public safety, as well as solutions that increase both resources and support for local law enforcement, judges, and district attorneys,” Speaker Sexton said. “His experience will benefit members of the Joint Ad Hoc Committee on

Juvenile Justice as we all continue working together to improve juvenile outcomes across our state.” The Joint Ad Hoc Committee on Juvenile Justice held its first meeting on June 27, 2022. Dates and times for the next meeting are yet to be announced. Ron Gant is the Assistant Majority Leader in the Tennessee House of Representatives. He is also a member of the House Finance, Ways & Means, House Health, and House Local Government committees, the Cities & Counties, and Finance Ways & Means subcommittees, and the Joint Fiscal Review Committee. Gant lives in Piperton and represents House District 94, which includes Fayette, McNairy, and part of Hardiman counties. He can be reached at rep.ron. gant@capitol.tn.gov or by calling 615-741-6890.

Farmers Market holds official opening By Janet Rail Publisher

f you have ever tried your hand at vegetable gardening and failed, you know you can always find the freshest of produce, jams, jellies and freshly baked goods at your local Farmer's Market. With the costs of groceries climbing, many are looking to their local Farmer's Market for great deals on fresh local produce and they don't disappoint. From the moment you enter the Selmer Farmer's Market, you are greeted with a smile, a variety of items, much like one saw on opening day. There was a little bit of everything represented from blackberries, blueberries, jams, jellies, salsa, freshly baked breads, cookies and treats to the expected variety of fresh vegetables from garlic to tomatoes and more. On Opening Day, local tourism was a focus and many took time to learn what McNairy County has to offer and pick up brochures or met with representa-

tives about Coon Creek Science Center now under the umbrella of UT Martin with director Alan Youngerman and also met with Jessica Huff, director of tourism for the county. A big push this year with higher gas prices is to consider at #staycation in your community and beyond within the great state of Tennessee. For sure, one can find something they can eat and enjoy. If you like, many will even help you learn how to prepare their veggies. Many a recipe has been collected from a local gardener. The wet spring has put many harvest behind and the dry summer is not exactly helping matters, but a good gardener, can grow under most circumstances and do it well. This market provides the community with healthy food choices. Due to the demand for freshly grown produce, Farmer's Markets have popped up across the state. If you grow it or make it, you can sell it at the market. To qualify as a vendor

you just need to fill out an application at the local UT Extension Office at 703 Industrial Park Drive, Selmer. The UT Extension Office is a key force behind many community resources and is even hosting a canning course in July (see events). They help organize the Farmer's Market and preserve our number one industry, farming. Vendors may show up any day a the Selmer Farmer's Market just off the railroad tracks downtown so watch for signs. Fridays are one of the busiest days or Monday's during major harvest times when crops are plentiful. In Tennessee there are over 168 Farmer's Markets listed on the picktnproducts.org website. Check it out for many more options to explore what local farmers and gardeners have to offer. Make you way down to the market, get some delicious produce, fruit or more and meet new friends in the process. You are always welcome.

Former Leapwood volunteer firefighter withdrew $12,087 from VFD account

n investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has found that a former Leapwood Volunteer Fire Department, fireman, who served McNairy County, made unauthorized ATM cash withdrawals from the department’s bank account totaling $12,087.49. The former firefighter used the department’s debit card, which was issued in the name of the department fire chief. The debit card

was mailed to the chief’s home after the department’s bank changed its name. The fire chief stated the former firefighter, who was his son, took possession of the new debit card along with the associated pin number once they arrived in the mail. The unauthorized withdrawals were made at various ATMs between September 1, 2019 and October 31, 2019. In February 2020, the former volunteer firefighter

admitted and apologized for his improper actions after he was shown a bank security photo of him making a cash withdrawal. The former firefighter continued to serve with the Leapwood VFD until his death in September 2020. The results of the investigation have been shared with the District Attorney General for the 25th Judicial District. It should be noted that while the death of the former firefighter prevents

his criminal prosecution, his death does not abate any civil cause of action that Leapwood VFD might otherwise have against the estate of personal representative of the former firefighter. “It’s important that volunteer fire departments provide oversight over their finances,” said Comptroller Jason Mumpower. “In this situation, a simple review and reconciliation of the department’s bank statements might have detected this improper activ-

ity sooner.” To view the investigative report, go to tncot.cc/ doireports. To view a map depicting Comptroller investigations, go to tncot.cc/ mappinginvestigations. If you suspect fraud, waste, or abuse of public money in Tennessee, call the Comptroller’s toll-free hotline at 800.232.5454, or file a report online at: tncot. cc/fraud. Follow us on twitter @TNCOT and Instagram @ tncot.

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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. 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

Michie Primitive Baptist Church

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.

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

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.

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 Bethel Springs 143 Jackson St., Bethel Springs

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. &

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

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. GOD’S WAY MINISTRIES OF CHARITY GIVEAWAY - EVERYTHING FREE Tuesdays & Thursdays 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.4& Every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Clothes, dishes, home decor, toys. 1111 Peach Street, Selmer, TN 38375. 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.

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.

2nd Saturday 10:30 a.m.

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

Bethesda Loop, Selmer Bro. Chris Dancer, Pastor 610-1859 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

(731) 632-3012 Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. FCC Wednesdays Meal 5:30 Worship/Studies 615 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church USA 800 Poplar Ave., Selmer Dr. Larry W. (Bud) Sizemore, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Fellowship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

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

Turn It In Thursdays, return your weekly reading log with your time documented to receive a book tag. 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. LIFE TABERNACLE TENT REVIVAL July 1-174Life Tabernacle invites you to join them in the upcoming tent revival at 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer with guest Patrick and Tracy Quick. 5TH DISTRICT REPUBLICAN BREAKFAST July 94Fifth District Republicans along with County Mayor Nominee Larry Smith invite you to breakfast Saturday, July 9 from 8-10 a.m. The breakfast will be at the Eastview Civic Center, 199 Hwy 57, Ramer. All are welcome to come meet the McNairy County GOP nominees. COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD

GRANDMA SUPPER RETURNS – LEBANON CHURCH MICHIE July 124Lebanon Church in Michie will host “Grandma Supper” on July 12 beginning at 6 p.m. Plates are $5 Half of the proceeds go to the Michie Volunteer Fire Department. UT MARTIN COON CREEK SCIENCE CENTER 70 MILLION YR. OLD FOSSIL DIG 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

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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Stantonville United Methodist Church 8351 Hwy 142, Stantonville, TN Tony Newman, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Ladies Prayer Brunch

BACK TO SCHOOL FEST FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES July 164A drive-thru event for free school supplies will be held at Selmer City Park on Saturday, July 16 starting at 9 a.m. until bags are gone. Bags will be pre-packed for elementary and junior high and high school. All school children and parents are invited to come and pick up free school supplies during this event. First come, first served.

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

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Events and Happenings

Wonderful Wednesdays (Puzzles) both libraries 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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.

come all right here in McNairy County. Groups of 10 or more can be arranged at your convenience. Visits are by reservation only. Call 731-6461636 or email: cooncreek@utm.edu. UT MARTIN ASTRONOMY CLASS 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 731-6461636 or email: cooncreek@utm.edu. SELMER FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 11-144The 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

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Avenue, Selmer for VBS. UT EXTENSION OFFICE CANNING CLASS July 214Get hands-on canning experience. Students prepare and preserve their own food. A 2-hour workshop teaches the basics of food preservation and water bath canning. Designed for people with little or no experience canning. July 21 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost $35 included 2 canned products and UT Extension Canning & Freezing Recipe Book. Registration required. Call 731-6453598 to register. ATTENTION BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS Upcoming Event Sept. 4The Pink Ribbon Banquet and Fashion Show will be held Saturday, Sept. 17th at 6 p.m. at the Selmer Community Center. This is a Breast Cancer Awareness Event and we are seeking survivors to participate in the fashion show and be an inspiration to others. Please contact Edna Barnette 731-645-3799 or 731-6106600 or email: womenofcourage3@ gmail.com.

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OBITUARIES

WEDNESDAY, JULY 06, 2022

Betty Carolyn Ragan Mullen July 21, 1932 June 21, 2022

etty Carolyn Ragan Mullen was born July 21, 1932 in Jackson, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Samuel Tillman (S. T.) and Bertha Taylor Ragan. She was united in marriage to Robert Lewis Mullen on October 13, 1954. Mr. Mullen preceded her in death on August 1, 2016, following 61 years of marriage. Mrs. Mullen graduated from the Pentecostal Bible Institute in Tupelo, Miss., with an Associate Degree in Theology. She formerly worked in retail sales for Sears and Woolworth's, but her primary role was that of a loving mom, homemaker, and caregiver for her family. She lived in different communities during her lifetime, including South Bend, Indiana and Dayton, Ohio, before settling in Bethel Springs. Quilting, needlepoint, sewing, cooking (especially trying new recipes), vegetable gardening, and canning were some of her favorite activities. She was also an avid collector of various knickknacks, handkerchiefs, ceramics, and glassware to name only a few items. Mrs. Mullen was a faithful and active member of the Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church, where she had served as a Sunday School teacher. She loved the Lord and her family with all her heart. Mrs. Mullen departed this life on June 21, 2022 in Bethel

Harold Littlefield September 19, 1940 June 15, 2022

Springs, Tennessee, at the age of 89 Years, 11 Months. She is survived by a son, Kevin Mullen and wife Sharon of Columbus, Ind.; three daughters: Karen Rutherford, Kelly Mullen, and Karla Whittemore and husband James, all of Tampa, Fla.; eight grandchildren: Benjamin Mullen and wife Syeda, Miriam Medaris and husband Kyle, Christina Hinton, Christopher Rutherford, Andrew Rutherford and companion Emily, Jack Rutherford, III and wife Megan, Jacob Matthews and wife Rachael, and Collette Whittemore; eight great grandchildren: Eleanor Mullen, Bennett Mullen, Eliza Medaris, Miles Medaris, Seth Rutherford, Hailey Grace Hinton, Kylan Hinton, and Christiana Hinton; and many extended family and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Mullen was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Ragan. Services were held on June 24, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Jonathan Tubbs, Kevin Mullen, Benjamin Mullen, and Leon Mullen officiating. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tennessee. Memorials may be made to Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church.

Linda Meredith Paterson Butzer July 3, 1953 June 26, 2022

inda Meredith Paterson Butzer was born July 3, 1953 in Portland, Maine, the daughter of the late Alexander Elden and Philomena Theresa AtrIpaldi Paterson. She was united in marriage to Omar Phillip Butzer on April 14, 2011 and they were married in the Catholic church on April 14, 2012. Linda worked for many years at ThyssenKrupp in Middleton. She along with her husband loved to travel, together they had traveled to 48 states visiting many historical sites along the way. Always ready for the next adventure or concert, she lived every moment to the fullest. She attended St. Jude Catholic Church in Selmer, Tenn. Mrs. Butzer departed this life on June 26, 2022 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 68 Years, 11 Months,

23 Days. She is survived by her husband Omar Phillip Butzer of Selmer, Tenn.; son, Richard Atlee and wife Heather of Johnson City , Tenn.; sister, Jane Hosford of Shelbyville, Tenn.; stepson, Omar Butzer III; stepdaughter, Elizabeth Bergam; close friend since college, George Marquis Smith of Lafayette, La.; three grandchildren, Traevon Atlee, Alexander Thomas Atlee, and Amelia Renee Atlee. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Butzer was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Carole (Beth) Atlee. Services were held on July 2, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Joe Loncar officiating. Burial followed in the Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery at Nashville, Tennessee on July 5, 2022.

arold Littlefield was born on September 19, 1940 in Oak Grove, Louisiana, the son of the late Hubert Roy and Julia Dee Martin Littlefield. On February 19, 1959, he was united in marriage to Janet Kennedy Littlefield, who preceded her husband in death on March 6, 2014. Mr. Littlefield worked as a foreman for Tennessee River Pulp & Paper. He was a member and Deacon at Adamsville First Baptist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee. Harold enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and bluegrass and country music. Harold Littlefield departed this life on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee, at the age of 81 years, 8 months, and 27 days. He is survived by his daughter, Lanetta Heyen and her husband Michael of Franklin, Tennessee; son, Barry Littlefield and his wife Jenny of Mt. Pleasant, Mississippi; sister, Marla Terry and

Anthony Keith Conder October 30, 1967 June 30, 2022

her husband Melvin of Savannah, Tennessee; brother, Marty Littlefield and his wife Kathy of Jackson, Tennessee; grandchildren, Greg Littlefield and his wife Kaila, Josh Littlefield and his wife Lauren, Tray Littlefield and his wife Sarah, Adam Littlefield and his wife Rachel, Aaron Littlefield and his wife Elizabeth, Brady Heyen and his wife Kelly, Anna Grace Heyen, and Colton Heyen and his wife Carlee; 9 great grandchildren; and a special friend, Gail Benson and her children and grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Harold was preceded in death by his children, Brent Littlefield and Carrie Littlefield. Services were held on June 20, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Barry Littlefield and Chad Ball officiating. Burial followed in the Adamsville Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

nthony Keith Conder was born October 30, 1967 in Selmer, Tennessee, the son of Maye Browder Conder Martin and the late Cleatus Ray Conder. He was united in marriage to Donna Marie Gibbons on June 30, 2012. Keith graduated from McNairy Central High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, retiring with the rank of Staff Sergeant after 20 years of service. While in the military Keith earned an Associate Degree in Law Enforcement and served as a military policeman. He was stationed in many different countries as well as the States. After retiring from service Keith obtained his CDL and went to work for Werner Trucking. He later worked for J. B. Hunt before going to Paschall Truck Lines, where he spent the last 8 years. Keith was a popular and well-respected trainer for Paschall, earning the "Mentor of the Year" award in 2022. He had driven over 1.5 million miles without an accident. Trucking and fishing were among Keith's favorite activities, but his

Emma S Mast July 2, 2022

mma S Mast, age 79 years, 2 months, and 27 days, passed away at her home in Bethel Springs, Tennessee, on July 2nd, 2022. Emma was the second of eight children born to Simon & Susanna (Beachy) Troyer. She was born and grew up in Dover, Delaware. She married the love of her life, William A Mast, on April 9th, 1964. In 1976, along with her husband and growing family, she moved to McNairy County, Tenn. She was committed to her Christian faith with a deep love for the Lord and was known by her family as a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was known in the community for spending countless hours visiting the shut-ins and widows.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, William A Mast; both of her parents, Simon S Troyer and Susanna (Beachy) Troyer; two sisters-inlaw, Elizabeth and Sylvia Troyer; a brother-in-law, Samuel Miller; two grandchildren, Weston Avery Mast and Colton Walker Mast; and one great-grandchild, Grant Dawson Leid. Emma is survived by her eleven children: Simon (Katherine) of Denver, PA, Andy (Mary) of Lynchburg, Tenn., Lydia Raber (John) of Narvon, Pa., Norman Mast (Clara Mae) of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Rudy Mast (Shelly) of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Mary Tyler (Tad) of To-

greatest enjoyment was spending time with his sons and family. Keith was a member of Lakeview Church in Selmer. Keith departed this life on June 30, 2022 in Cartersville, Georgia at the age of 54 Years, 8 Months. He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Donna Marie (Gibbons) Conder of Selmer, Tenn.; two sons, Paul Martin Conder and companion Jannie Hathcock and Adrian Adam Conder and companion Katrina McGinnis, all of Selmer, Tenn.; a grandson, Robert Keith Conder of Selmer, Tenn.; his mother, Maye Browder Conder Martin and husband Jimmy Paul of Selmer, Tenn.; a sister, Mary Conder of Selmer, Tenn.; and many extended family and friends. In addition to his father, Keith was preceded in death by a brother, Brent Alan Conder. Services were held on July 6, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Jay Houston and Harold King officiating. Burial with full military honors followed in the Bethesda Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.

peka, Kan., Barbara Wanner (Raymond) of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Susanna Miller (Linford) of Belvidere, Tenn., Timothy Mast (Ruth Anne) of Bethel Springs, Tenn., William Mast, Jr. (Carolyn) of Bethel Springs, Tenn., and Irene Wanner (Jonathan) of Paris, Mich. She leaves 65 Grandchildren and 28 Great-Grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters and five brothers: Samuel (Elizabeth, deceased), Henry (Mary), Esther King (Bennie), Barbara Mast (Amos), John (Miriam), David (Lena), and Simon (Miriam). Pallbearers will be her six sons: Simon, Andy, Norman, Rudy, Tim, and Junior. Services were held on July 5, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Finger Christian Fellowship Church in Finger, Tennessee, with Chris Byler, Wyatt Mast, and Jarren Raber officiating. Burial followed in the Finger Christian Fellowship Church Cemetery at Finger, Tennessee.

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• Cpl. Jeremy Tyler S • A1C Kassidy N. Mosier Deneen, USAF • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson pened to be one of Jimmy’s assailants. • ITS Rusty Smith, U • A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF • PV2 Ashley Freeman, US Army • Spc. Allen Alexander  PFC Casey Akin  Sgt. David  Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC The horses came first, of course, with • Preston Cross Smi • Cpl. Guard Dallas Nelms, USMC • A1C Ian James Furman, Mountain View,Poole, Idaho National • AA NicoleWilliam B. Ayres, US Navy  Spc. Allen Alexander  Sgt. Andrew•W. USMC US Army  Cpl. James Scott Powell and cowgirls and• Cpl. wannabe Sam Speck, U • Sgt. Major Paula cowboys Norris PV2Bayless Skyler Gammill, • Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett  AA• Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy Petty Offi cer Class  Cpl. John M. Powell • Pvt. Justin Overton, Sgt. Shaun Spicher USMC and cowgirls and •used-to-be • Pvt.3rd Adam Gray,Katie US Army Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC  cowboys  Sgt. Joseph W. W. Baggett Lynn Bizzell,• US Navy  Corporal Airman Cameron B. •Prater, Air Payne, • Sgt. Richard Spc. Joseph US Army Nat. Guard Daniel Gray, USMC Lance • Sgt. Andrew Bayless USMC cowboys and cowgirls riding along and A. Sse • Airman Nathaniel A • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • Sgt.Blakney, Rob Gray,USAF US Army Force • Petty Officer Class Katie Lynn Bizzell, USSgt. Dustin  Capt. William B.3rd Barkley, USMC  Staff waving. • Spc. Daniel Sullivan • Spc. William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. • A1C Stephanie n,Ernest USAF Purez, Air Force Navy  Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC  GySgt. Christopher T. Lynn Byrd,Griffi Then came the 4Hers, dragging • 2nd relucLt. Chad Swea Guard • Captain Dustin Hamm, USMC • Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF  Petty Offi cer 3rd Class Katie USMC  Pvt. Samuel Bradford Ray, Army tant lambs and goats after them. But hey, Taylor • Spc. Dakota • Spc. Robert H. Pittman, II • PFC Isaac Harville • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC Lynn Bizzell, US Navy  Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley  E4 Sophia Reinke Jeremy Thompson • Sgt. David Poole,they National Guard • Staff Sgt. James Taylor Haubrich, US Air Force • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley were shiny clean lambs •and goats.  Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF  Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF  Sgt. Charlie Rickman, US Army • Cpl. Logan • Cpl. James ScottThe Powell • Col. (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF queen and several other cute high Gage W  GySgt. Christopher Byrd,  Cpl. Mandy •L.Spc. Cooper, USMC  John Robinson US Navy • ET3 Jeremy Wilban • Cpl. John M. Powell Matthew Hemby, Army • Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper,T.USMC school girls followed in a convertible, and Wiley USMC  Spc. Mark A.• Sgt. Cooper, Air • Pvt. Demaro • Airman Cameron B. Prater, Air Force BrianUS W.Army Hendrix  Staff Sgt. Ryan Robinson • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army brain James  Staff Sgt.Sgt. Susan Cawley  Staff Sgt. Adam USAF Force • A1C Logan • Ernest Purez, Air then Forcecame the band. The parade’s • Sgt.Court, Timothy Hixon • Staff Adam Court, USAF trust,Ray, Doc and Dud, actually, •planned it Willia  Staff Sgt. AliciaP.L.Crain Coil, USAF  Sgt. James •P.Staff Crain Spc. Blake Rudd Joseph Lloyd • Pvt. Samuel Bradford Army Sergeant Brian Lee  Hood • Sgt. James Masterthat Sgt. Stanle • E4 Sophia Reinkethis way. It was decided over •coffee • Pvt. Johnson, US Army • Tony Crouse, U.S. Army  Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC  Tony Crouse, U.S.Alex Army  Specialist Robert Rzasa • Spc. • Sgt. US aArmy • Sgt. RickyUS L. Army Jordan, USMC • Senior AaronUS J. Cull U.S. Airforce  Spc. MarkAirman A. Cooper, Army  Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey  Sabion Sanders, USAF A1CCharlie Rickman, is was far, far better thing we do Jeffrey to let Witos • Petty Officer 1st C • John US Navy • Petty OfficerRetired 1st Class Arnold Jermaine Knight Navy • Sgt. Bobby J. Court, Dickey USAF US Army  Staff Sgt. Adam  C.W.3 James R. Dickey,  Veronica Sebree, ChiefRobinson Offi the horses go first so the band wouldn’t Wolford • Staff Sgt. Ryan Robinson Air Force Army Offi cer Major James Lax • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired   Sgt. James P. Crain Capt. Todd •Joseph Drobina, US cer this meant the 4H kids • USAF A1C Aidan B • Angel Rodriguez,frighten Petty Offithem. cer US IfNavy • Sgt. Joseph Lilly • Capt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army  Tony Crouse, U.S. Army Army  Alan Seigers, Army dodge a Dylan K • USAF A1C • Spc. Blake Rudd and the band members had to • Sgt. Michael C. Lipford -Army Service Member • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop  Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey USUSMC Army  Capt. Bonnie LynnRitchie Dunlop Shaugh-Robert Rzasa Jackstreet, H. Smith E5 U • Specialist • Spc. A. McCrary  SFC Patrick Michael • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, few equestrian “products” on •the  C.W.3 James Dickey, Retired • Sabion Sanders, USAF Spc. DustinUSMC McDonald nessy • Master Sgt.R. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force Cpl. Bradley•Eisenhut, so beA1C it.  Capt. ToddChristopher Joseph Drobina, USForce  Master Sgt.• A1C Carrie L. Ellis, Air USAF Spc. Hector Soto, Jr.,•Army EDITOR’S NOTE: If a Veronica Sebree, Navy Chief Officer Amanda K. McMillen, • Airman D. Ellis, Air A small town parade on the Fourth of in July change status, con Army Force • Alan Seigers, Army • Joshua Lane Meek, Army LT Kevin Shelton, Navy • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force is where everyone goes to see how big the Shaughnessy • AO3 Kevin Navy • KipBonnie Ellison Lynn Dunlop  Capt.  Cpl. Jeremy Tyler Sisk• SFC Patrick Michael  Airman Christopher D. Dewayne Ellis, AirMettlin, have gotten over this past year, and to • Spc. Hector Soto,kids Jr., Army • Cpl. Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC  Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC Force  ITS Rusty Smith, US Navy • LTU.S. KevinAir Shelton,celebrate Navy Patrick Michael Nat. Guard • PV2 Jana us all being different … and the  Master Sgt. Estes Carrie L. Ellis, Air  Master Sgt.• SSgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Moore,  Preston Cross Smith, same … for yet another year. Force Force Force But how about Jimmy Angles and the  Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air  Kip Ellison  Cpl. Sam Speck, USMC Force  Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC  Sgt. Shaun Spicher, USMC temporarily inactive trumpet mouth? We  Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air  PV2 Jana Estes  Sgt. Richard A. Ssesanga, US found out as the band came into view. Force  A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF ARMY Jimmy was out in front of them all, carry Kip Ellison  Airman Nathaniel A. Stout  Cpl. Dallas Nelms, USMC ing the American flag.  Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC  Spc. Daniel Sullivan, Army  Sgt. Major Paula Norris Happy birthday America!  PV2 Jana Estes  Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC Brought to you by the 5,400 letter car PFC Casey William Akin  CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse EDITOR’S NOTE: riers who were bitten by neighborhood  Spc. Allen Alexander  Spc. William Andrew “Andy” Pick- If a loved one has had a change in dogs last year. Let Fido watch TV for an  AA Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy ett, Nat. Guard status, contact us at hour and save a postman.  Spc. Robert H. Pittman, II  Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett (731) 645-5346.

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Sale at public auction will be on August 16, 2022 at 11:00AM local time, at the center of courthouse door, McNairy County Courthouse, 170 Court Avenue, Selmer, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by David Charles Fehrenbach and Marea Louise Fehrenbach, to Mid-South Title Corp, Trustee, as trustee for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. on January 27, 2020 at Deed of Trust Book 432, Page 1365, Instrument No. 114693; conducted by LLG Trustee TN LLC, having been appointed Substitute or Successor Trustee, all of record in the McNairy County Register's Office. Default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of said Deed of Trust and the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable. Party Entitled to Enforce the Debt: Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, its successors and assigns. The real estate located in McNairy County, Tennessee, and described in the said Deed of Trust will be sold to the highest call bidder. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warrant is intended. Street Address: 155 Sundown Lane, Finger, Tennessee 38334 Parcel Number: 012 056.02 Current Owner(s) of Property: David Charles Fehrenbach and Marea Louise Fehrenbach This sale is subject to, without limitation, all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory right of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances including those created by a fixture filing or any applicable homeowners’ association dues or assessments; all claims or

The following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property to be affected by the foreclosure: any judgment creditor or lien holder with an interest subordinate to the said Deed of Trust or any party claiming by, though, or under any of the foregoing. Such parties known to the Substitute Trustee may include: None. Terms of Sale will be public auction, for cash, free and clear of rights of homestead, redemption and dower to the extent disclaimed or inapplicable, and the rights of David Charles Fehrenbach and Marea Louise Fehrenbach, and those claiming through him/ her/it/them. Any right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are waived in accord with the terms of said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If you purchase a property at the foreclosure sale, the entire purchase price is due and payable at the conclusion of the auction in the form of a certified/bank check made payable to or endorsed to LOGS Legal Group LLP. No personal checks will be accepted. To this end, you must bring sufficient funds to outbid the lender and any other bidders. Insufficient funds will not be accepted. Amounts received in excess of the winning bid will be refunded to the successful purchaser at the time the foreclosure deed is delivered. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded only by the Substitute Trustee at any time. If the Substitute Trustee rescinds the sale, the purchaser shall only be entitled to a return of any money paid towards the

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF SELMER, TENNESSEE

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Selmer Board of Mayor and Aldermen on a proposed ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map of Selmer AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF SELMER, TENNESSEE TO REZONE THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTIES (PARCEL 062.02, 062.03 & 063.04 ON MCNAIRY COUNTY TAX MAP 089 & PARCELS 010.00, 010.01, 012.00 & 026.00 ON MCNAIRY COUNTY TAX MAP 089K AS OF JUNE 2022) ALONG FALCON ST, INDUSTRIAL PARK DR & MAXWELL ST FROM M-1 (INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT) TO R-3 (HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) The hearing will be held pursuant to the provisions of Section 13-7-203, Tennessee Code Annotated. Said hearing will be held at the meeting of the Selmer Board of Mayor and Aldermen on JULY 12th , 2022, beginning at 7:00 PM at the Selmer City Hall. Any interested party is invited to appear before the Board and be heard. The proposed ordinance will be available for public examination at Selmer City Hall. Sherry Inman Mayor

This office may be a debt collector. This may be an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. LLG Trustee TN LLC Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 Phone (704) 333-8107 Fax (704) 333-8156 File No. 22-122318 (10031) (7,8,9) -------------(1-TF) NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF TENNESSEE, MCNAIRY COUNTY WHEREAS, Alvin Clemens and Johnnie Clemens executed a Deed of Trust to Regions Bank d/b/a Regions Mortgage, Lender and Susan Voss, Trustee(s), which was dated March 12, 2018, and recorded on March 13, 2018, in Book 426, at Page 54 in McNairy County, Tennessee Register of Deeds. WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debt(s) and obligation(s) thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the current holder of said Deed of Trust, Regions Bank d/b/a Regions Mortgage, (the “Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Holder, and that as agent for the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trustee, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on August 17, 2022, at 02:00 PM at the usual and customary location at the McNairy County Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, proceed to

COMMENCING at the intersection of U.S. Highway 45 with Buena Vista Road in Bethel Springs, Tennessee; then westerly with said Road 1.4 mile to an iron pin section the South right-ofway (25.0 feet from the center) of said Road in the prolongation of a fence line for the point of beginning; then to and with the fence South 02 degrees 52 minutes 21 seconds East 225.96 feet to a fence corner; then continue with the fence South 74 degrees 29 minutes 21 seconds West 112.88 feet; South 78 degrees 03 minutes 31 seconds West 39.50 feet to the intersection with a chain link fence; then with the chain link fence North 19 degrees 15 minutes 25 seconds West 210.64 feet to an iron pin set in said R/W; and then with said R/W North 76 degrees 17 minutes 09 seconds East 90.41 feet; and North 69 degrees 36 minutes 38 seconds East 125.58 feet back to the P.O.B., containing 0.901 acres, more or less. All bearings noted are magnetic hearings as observed by Hendrix Surveying Co. during a June 1986 survey. Alvin Clemens obtained title to the foregoing real property by Warranty Deed of Alton E. Horne wife, Rebecca M. Horne, dated March 12, 2018 of record in Deed Book, 245, Page 657, Register's Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. The foregoing real property is subject to a utility easement lo the Town of Bethel Springs, Tennessee as more particularly described in easement dated March 19, 2001, of record in Deed Book 183, Page 706, Register's Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and reference is here made to said Deed Book and Page Number where recorded for a more complete description of said easement, and the same is incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if copied in full herein. This conveyance is subject to all restrictions, easements, setback lines and encumbrances of record in the Register's Office of McNairy County, Tennessee. Parcel ID Number: 061 040.00 Address/Description:

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Cattle Sale every Wednesday • 1:00 P.M. Goat & Hog Sale • 11:00 A. M. Begin receiving cattle on Tuesday 8:00 A.M. ‘til dark

The sale of the property described above shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any and all liens against said property for unpaid property 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; a deed of trust; and any matter than an accurate survey of the premises might disclose; and All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. This office is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trustee c/o Tennessee Foreclosure Department 4360 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Suite 310 Atlanta, GA 30341 PH: 404-789-2661 FX: 404-294-0919 File No.: 19-11694 FC04 (10074) (8,9,10)

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Selmer held a 4th Friday event in downtown Selmer on June 24 featuring live entertainment with the Dawg Creek local band. Live music is becoming the norm in downtown Selmer and I think residents are beginning to enjoy having a place to go. Band members are lead singer Jeremy Hurst, lead guitar Richard Keele, drummer Jack Martin and base guitar Keith Mitchell.

Crops suffer as McNairy County area slips into a moderate drought By Jai Templeton Contributor

ry weather proved beneficial in the late spring allowing for timely planting of most crops. It also gave farmers and opportunity to replant crops that suffered during a wet and cool spell in Mid-May. However, as the temperature and heat index has risen in conjunction with low moisture conditions crop conditions have declined rapidly in McNairy County as well as across Tennessee.

Although soybean planting is wrapping up 44% of the crop is rated from very poor to only fair condition. Almost 10% of the states cotton crop is rated as very poor. Less than 60% of corn, cotton and soybeans are in the good to excellent category. An upside relative to forage production has allowed for a high percentage of the first cutting of hay to be completed. However, pasture conditions are rapidly changing with over 65% of Tennessee's pasture land being rated from

Bethel Springs Elementary summer school students had a great time visiting the University of Tennessee at Martin Coon Creek Science Center on June 27th.

very poor to fair condition. The next several days will prove to be a pivotal time for the 2022 crop as 25% of the corn crop has begun to silk and over 33% of cotton is either squaring or setting bolls. Late planted soybeans are suffering as 20% of the planted crop has yet to emerge. A good rain will most likely germinate the seed but the crop will be delayed much past its' planting date. Some area producers have reported seed in the ground for

over three weeks before emergence. Farmers, ranchers and landowners are in a stressful time. They are getting very little assistance from the weather after planting what is becoming one of the most expensive crops in a lifetime. A general rain and cool down is much needed to give the present crop a chance for success.

Avid fan plans Buford Pusser tour

From left to right: Ben Dennis, Libby Todd, Gail McCullar, Lila McCullar, David McCullar, and LucyMcCullar.

Annual Jenna Lea McCullar award 4-H recipient Libby Todd

ach year at Bethel Springs Elementary School, one 8th grade student is recognized as the most outstanding 4-H member with the Jenna Lea McCullar Award. This years recipient was Libby Todd. Libby was always very active and engaged in all of our 4-H Club meetings. Thank you Libby for making the best, better! If you would like information on how to get involved with 4-H in McNairy County, please contact Ben Dennis at 731645-3598 or bdenni10@utk.edu.

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n avid fan, Dan Boone, of Ozark, Alabama, always loved the Walking Tall movies and everything Buford. “He is my hero. I have been up there many times, traveling from Alabama. I wanted to do this tour for some time and just got it together,” said Boone. Buford Hayse Pusser (December 12, 1937 – August 21, 1974) was the sheriff of McNairy County, Tennessee, from 1964 to 1970, and constable of Adamsville from 1970 to 1972. Pusser is known for his virtual one-man war on moonshining, prostitution, gambling, and other vices along the Mississippi–Tennessee state line. His efforts have inspired several books, songs, movies, and a TV series. He was also a wrestler known as "Buford the Bull" in the Mid-South. The Buford Pusser Museum was established at the home he lived in at the time of his death in 1974. A Buford Pusser Festival is held each May in his hometown of Adamsville, Tennessee. This year the museum hosted a Walking Tall Music Festival with success but plans to host the usual festival next year, according to museum curator, Tina Mullis. Mullis is familiar with Boone and said he is planning a tour of the museum. The tour of the Sheriff Buford Pusser movie sites will begin on July 15, 2022. The group of 40 registered will meet at the River Height Motel at 6:30 a.m. and stop at the

Buford Pusser Museum as their first stop. According to the museum, entering from the front door of the museum you will be standing in Buford’s mother, Mrs. Helen’s living room, and greeted by a tour guide. An eight minute video biography will be played that you’ll really enjoy. Then you will visit each room of the house and end in the garage downstairs with two of Buford’s cars. There is a gift shop for the tourist to browse at the museum. The group will then head to Hwy 64 and 22 and travel on 22 to Hwy. 100 for a stop at Silers BBQ where Stud Pardee and Picky Dobson ate BBQ sandwiches and slides in sideways. They will then tour sites in Henderson, Tennessee, where the movie was filmed including the courthouse, the church where the funeral was filmed, the cemetery and on to the Chevy dealership where Pusser said, “I will be needing a new car every six weeks,” according to Boone's script.

The group will tour sites where much of the movie and story takes them along Buford's path. There are too many to mention and much to see, but the tour promises to give one a real hands on approach to the life and legend of Buford Pusser ending up in Adamsville for dinner with special guests at the Saw Meal Restaurant before retiring. This tour will be done in automobiles to allow one to get close to some areas of the tour. All are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, a hat and sunglasses and to bring their cameras and some cold drinks in their vehicles. Boone is doing this to keep the legacy of Sheriff Buford Pusser alive. He encourages participants to view all three Walking Tall movies to be more familiar with the tour sites which are on sale at the Buford Pusser Museum. For more information, or to join the tour, call Dan at 229321-1528.

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McNairy County Staycation 2022

State Officials host grand opening of new lodge at Paris Landing

n Tennessee Park Lodges a great place to staycation just miles from home. BUCHANAN – State officials today opened the new 91-guestroom Lodge at Paris Landing, an attraction featuring a full-service restaurant and lounge, with indoor and outdoor dining, and conference spaces to serve both business meetings and social functions at Paris Landing State Park. “Tennesseans have looked forward to this opening, and the lodge delivers on every expectation,” said David Salyers, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. “We know visitors will enjoy this destination, and we’re proud

to begin the latest chapter in the history of this great park.” “It’s an honor for us in General Services to partner with our colleagues in the Department of Environment and Conservation to make our state parks an attractive resource for Tennessee residents and visitors,” said Christi Branscom, commissioner of the Department of General Services. “I’m so proud of the work our teams have done at Paris Landing and I know it will be enjoyed by many for years to come.” “What a privilege it is to join Tennessee State Parks and the team at

TDEC in celebrating the grand opening of the new lodge at Paris Landing,” said Tennessee Department of Tourist Development Commissioner Mark Ezell. “Outdoor recreation is transformative growth in communities like Henry County, and TDTD is excited to promote this beautiful new lodge to the millions of visitors that come to enjoy the state’s stunning outdoor assets.” The lodge offers many spaces to gather and relax, including fire pits, reading nooks, and living room areas. The design is inspired by the setting of Kentucky Lake and the commanding views

of the open water. The rooms include several types of suites, all with lake views. Reservations are being accepted now at this link: https://tnstateparks. com/lodges/paris-landing. The lodge was designed by Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC), one of the largest architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast. The contractor was Doster, a leading provider of general contracting and construction management. Paris Landing State Park is an 841-acre attraction on the widest part of the lake making it

an outstanding location for water sports such as fishing, boating, swimming, and waterskiing. It is home to a par-72, 18-hole golf course. The park also has 10 three-bedroom cabins and features a campground with 45 sites with water and electric service, as well as 18 primitive campsites. Tennessee has six lodges across the state: Fall Creek Falls, Henry Horton, Montgomery Bell, Natchez Trace, Pickwick Landing and Paris Landing. The Lodges at Tennessee State Parks are your place to disconnect. Hundreds of acres of

public land surround each of our Lodges. This shields them from the busyness of the outside world while affording you the comforts of modern vacation destinations. The Lodges offer dining, golfing*, conference space, and a host of outdoor recreation opportunities. Whether you are traveling alone or planning an event, the Lodges of Tennessee State Parks are your place for a beautiful stay in an exceptional place. Golf courses available at all Lodges except for Natchez Trace. Get more info at: https://tnstateparks.com/lodges.

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Pickwick Landing Lodge and Montgomery Bell Lodge

TDEC hosts virtual discussion of submerged sites in archaeology lecture series

NASHVILLE – Dr. Morgan Smith of the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will give a virtual lecture on submerged archaeological sites in Tennessee on Thursday, July 21 at 6 p.m. (CDT). The lecture is part of a monthly series of speakers including researchers, resource management professionals and archaeology students to highlight archaeological research in Tennessee. The series is hosted by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Division of Archaeology. Dr. Smith’s talk is titled “Exploring Tennessee’s Submerged Cultural Landscapes and Resources.” Online registration is available at this link. “When we think about underwater archaeology, we perhaps imagine the faraway ocean wreckage of Spanish galleons, lost Mediterranean cities, or more recently the Antarctic discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship Endurance,” said State Archaeologist Phil Hodge. “However, researchers “My main objectives are Faith, Family & Focused on our like Dr. Smith are documenting County’s Future. Working with city, county and state leaders, I am dedicated to making the right decisions.... submerged archaeological sites in inland lakes and rivers and are for you!” demonstrating the power of such

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sites to present a more complete picture of the past.” The Tennessee River is full of inundated archaeological sites which have seen little if any formal monitoring or survey since their inundation over half a century ago. Recently, UTC's anthropology program has begun assessing critical historic and prehistoric sites in the vicinity of Chattanooga. These include the Civil War shipwreck Chattanooga and the Paleoindian LeCroy site (40HA43). This conversation will highlight the process and significance of submerged sites research, the importance of the underwater archaeological record of Tennessee, the state of UTC's research on the aforementioned sites, and future plans for research on these resources.

The online lectures, presented on the third Thursday of each month, are free and open to anyone who wants to participate. Details for the series can be found at the link: https:// www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/ arch-archaeology/current-research-in-tennessee-archaeo l o g y — c r i t a - / upcoming-meeting1. html. Also info regarding each meeting will be provided there as each presentation approaches. Each year since 1989, the Division of Archaeology has co-sponsored the Current Research in Tennessee Archaeology (CRITA) meeting to promote the state’s archaeological heritage and share information about research in the state. After canceling the 2022 meeting, the division pursued ways to share happenings in Tennessee archaeology with the public and professional community and build momentum toward the anticipated return of CRITA in 2023. The virtual series is a result of those efforts. Anyone who has questions about the series are invited to contact Hodge by email at Phil. Hodge@tn.gov.

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Board of Regents holds tuition & fees stable for students at Tennessee’s public community & technical colleges COLUMBIA, TN (June 17, 2022) – Students will not face a tuition or fee increase at Tennessee’s public community and technical colleges for the upcoming academic year after the Tennessee Board of Regents voted Friday to keep rates stable for the second time in three years. In addition, the Board suspended campus-specific online course fees for the second consecutive year, saving students about $2.6 million collectively in the upcoming year and removing a financial barrier for students taking online courses through their colleges. The Board of Regents, which governs the state’s public community colleges and colleges of applied technology, held its June quarterly meeting Thursday and Friday, hosted by Columbia State Community College. TBR staff said that the major increase in state funding for public higher education approved this year, extended federal pandemic funding for another year, and savings and efficiencies achieved by the colleges enabled the Board to keep tuition and fees stable for another year despite rising inflation. “We’re grateful to Governor Lee and members of the Tennessee General Assembly for supporting Tennessee students and their families with a historic increase in state funding for higher education. The Board’s approval today to keep tuition and fees unchanged for another year is a direct result of that, the continued federal assistance, and the hard work by our colleges to hold costs down,” said Chancellor Flora W. Tydings.

Two years ago, the Board of Regents also voted no increase in tuition and fees for the 202021 academic year in recognition of the challenges facing students during the pandemic, which kept rates stable from July 2019 through June 2021. Last year, the Board approved the smallest tuition increase, 1.83 percent, in 30 years at the community colleges for the 2021-22 academic year now ending – but did not raise any other mandatory fees and suspended the campus-specific online course fee for the year. It extended that suspension through June 2023. With Tennessee Promise, Tennessee Reconnect and other state and federal financial aid programs, eligible students may attend the state’s public community and technical colleges free of tuition and mandatory fees. Tennessee Promise is for new high school graduates; Reconnect is for adults 23 and up who have not already earned college degrees or other college-level credentials. In other action, the Board of Regents approved the system’s capital outlay budget request for fiscal year 202324 – three projects totaling $124 million that will now be forwarded to the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) for the next phase in the budget process. Projects are not finally approved until they are considered and funded by the state legislature. All three projects are proposed to help the colleges meet increased workforce development needs in their regions. They are:

Freed-Hardeman University announces Spring 2022 President's, Dean's Lists HENDERSON, TN (06/29/2022)Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the spring 2022 semester. To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. The following students from your coverage area were recognized for this achievement: Hannah Crum, of Michie, Tennessee, was named to the President's List and is earning Bachelor of Science in Family

Sciences. Anslee West, of Finger, Tennessee, was named to the President's List and is earning Bachelor of Science in Nursing. FHU congratulates all of the students honored during the spring 2022 semester. The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. With locations in Henderson, Memphis and Dickson, FHU offers bachelor's, master's, specialist's and doctoral degrees. More information is available at http://fhu.edu.

A new Carter County Higher Education Center, for joint use by Northeast State Community College and Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Elizabethton to expand career and technical education programs. The current proposal is for extensive renovation of two existing buildings that Northeast has been leasing and are now being donated to the school by Carter County. Projected cost is $40 million. A new Workforce Development Center at Jackson State Community College that will also house classes by TCAT Jackson. New construction totaling $34.6 million. A new Henry County Higher Education Center for TCAT Paris. New construction totaling $49.8 million. The Board also approved a

$48.7 million capital maintenance funding request, which also now goes to THEC for its review in the next step of the budget process. The request would fund 49 major maintenance projects across the system. The Board re-elected Regent Emily J. Reynolds to another one-year term as the Board’s vice chair, its presiding officer. She has served as a Board member since 2010. The Board also approved systemwide proposed operating budgets for fiscal year 2022-23 totaling $1.3 billion, and the final estimated budgets for fiscal year 2021-22 totaling $1.43 billion. Board members and staff also observed the 50th anniversary of the creation of the Board of Regents and its sys-

tem of colleges in 1972. Governor Bill Lee, who could not attend, thanked the Board via a pre-recorded video for 50 years of service to Tennesseans. “The Tennessee Board of Regents plays an important role in equipping a highly skilled workforce and preparing students for life beyond the classroom… It’s an honor to join you in celebrating this important milestone in our state’s history, and I appreciate your continued partnership to ensure Tennessee students have opportunities to thrive,” the governor said. The Tennessee Board of Regents governs The College System of Tennessee – the state’s public community colleges, colleges of applied technology and the online TN eCampus.

Freed-Hardeman University announces Spring 2022 graduates HENDERSON, TN (06/29/2022)-- Freed-Hardeman University held its spring graduation ceremony May 14, 2022, in Loyd Auditorium. Approximately 350 students received degrees. In addition to baccalaureate and graduate degrees, 11 high school students enrolled in the university's early admission program were awarded Associate in Arts degrees. Connor Brackin, of Finger, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Gracie Crum, of Michie, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Family Sciences - Family Life Education Emphasis. Leslie Garner, of Finger, graduated with a Master of Business Administration in Business Administration. Joseph Howell, of Michie, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Sci-

ence in Cybersecurity. VJ Vinson, of Selmer, graduated with a Master of Business Administration in Business Administration. Anslee West, of Finger, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. FHU Board of Trustees Chair and TriStar Bank Chief Executive Officer Ted Williams delivered the commencement address. He encouraged graduates to emulate God in their lives. "God was a giver," he said. "He gave his son." Williams noted the excitement of the day and graduates' anticipation of the future; however, he cautioned them. "Don't spend so much time focusing on what's next," he said. "Instead, enjoy the journey." To conclude the commencement program, FHU

President David R. Shannon reiterated the significant events of the 2021-22 school year and issued a challenge to graduates. He urged them to pray, serve, love and work like Jesus. "Live a life for His glory," he said, "and remember God loves you more than anyone." Quoting Isaiah 49:16, Shannon reminded them God said, "See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands; your walls are continually before Me." The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship and service. With locations in Henderson, Memphis and Dickson, FHU offers bachelor's, master's, specialist's and doctoral degrees.

Local residents receive degrees from UT Martin MARTIN, Tenn. – Several McNairy County residents were among students who received degrees from the University of Tennessee at Martin during spring commencement ceremonies held May 6 and May 7, 2022. UT Martin hosted three in-person commencements to promote safety for graduates and their families

while recognizing the class of spring 2022’s accomplishments. Each commencement was livestreamed via Facebook and YouTube for those unable to attend. The students receiving

undergraduate degrees were: Adamsville – Braden Mckinley Austin; Seth Keller Bishop; Korrie Anne Infield; Anna Brooke Simmons; Lori Stutts; Chris Willcutt.

Bethel Springs – Hunter Ives Joyner; Benjamin Joseph Mehr; Mary J. Moffitt. Michie – Jacob G. Bullington. Selmer – Noah Keith Cagle; Mary Lee Em-

mons; Claire Michelle Foret; Kaitlyn Nicole Moore; Christopher Brady Robinson; Penny Lane Sparks. Stantonville – Annie Nicole Meeks; Emmitte Miller Prince. The student receiving a graduate degree was: Adamsville – DJ Michael Sheets. UT Martin is a comprehensive regional institu-

tion in the University of Tennessee System offering 18 bachelor’s degree programs and five master’s degree programs. The main campus in northwest Tennessee is one of five primary UT campuses, and UT Martin regional centers are located in Jackson, Parsons, Ripley, Selmer and Somerville. For more information, visit utm.edu.

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elebrating our national pride and patriotism started early in Selmer when residents came out for 1st Friday, an evening to gather, shop and meet new neighbors while support-

ing local businesses. All were entertained with live music by Chelsea Rhodes as they strolled the streets purchasing merchandise. The festivities culminated on July 4th with a parade in downtown Selmer at

noon followed by an entire afternoon and evening in Selmer City Park with an annual Freedom Festival complete with four live bands: Chelsea Rhodes, Second Chanz, Dawg Creek and Buck Shot Dai-

sy. The festivities came to a close with a wonderful fireworks display handled by the Selmer Fire Department. The festival was sponsored by Selmer Parks & Recreation and the City of Selmer.