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Register of Deeds candidates B

Brian Dickey / incumbent

rian Dickey, 50, is seeking re-election after 24 years of service as Register of Deeds. He and his wife Cristi have one daughter Emma. He is the son of Janice and Danny Dickey. A 1989 graduate of McNairy Central High School, University of Tennessee (COCTP county of-

ficial 2000) and a 2002 graduate of Freed-Hardeman University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

Brian was elected as Register of Deeds in 1998 and has served the fine people of McNairy County for 24 years. He is seeking the office he loves again and is grateful for the

faith the voters placed in him throughout the years.

1. Why are you running for re-election for register of deeds? I want to continue to help my community, and the best spot for me to help is the register’s office.

See “BRIAN”

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Adria Harstin

dria Harstin, 41, is seeking the office of Register of Deeds. Adria is the mother of two sons: Deven Boling, 19, and Ayden Boling, 16. My aunt, Julie Harstin worked with 4-H in McNairy County Schools and her husband pastored local churches.

Adria is a 1998 grad-

uate of Heritage High School, Maryville, Tennessee. She studied psychology at Pellissippi State College, Knox County, Tennessee. A 2012 graduate of Cosmetology from the Institute of Hair Design, Adamsville, Tennessee. Adria is a licensed cosmetologist serving in McNairy County.

1. Why are you running for register of deeds?

I am running for the Register of Deeds position because I understand the importance of family. The primary function of the Register is to make and preserve a record of deeds, mortgages, See “ADRIA”

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Arrest made in multi-agency human trafficking operation in McNairy County

Parker Jason

Johnson James

McCants Sara

Jarmon Jonathan

Pollard Kenneth

SELMER—An undercover operation by special agents with the TBI Human Trafficking Unit, McNairy County Sheriff’s Office, Selmer Police Department, Adamsville Police De-

partment, Tennessee Human Trafficking Task Force, Department of Human Services – Homeland Security Investigations, and in cooperation with the Office of 25th District At-

torney General Mark Davidson has resulted in the arrest of six individuals and one citation.

Over a two-day period beginning on July 14th, as part of an undercover investigation

aimed at addressing human trafficking in West Tennessee, authorities placed several decoy advertisements on websites known to be linked to prostitution and commercial

sex cases. The focus of the operation was to identify individuals seeking to engage in commercial sex acts with miSee “ARREST”

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NEWS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022

MyRide TN holds ribbon cutting

By Janet Rail Publisher

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eniors in need of transportation, your ride is just a phone call away.

MyRide TN for McNairy County held a ribbon cutting on Thursday at the Latta Building in Selmer. MyRide McNairy is more than just rides. It's about enhancing our community by harnessing the power of volunteers to honor and support our older adults. “I would like to thank the county commissioners for

supporting this program, they contributed $34,519.00 to make the program sustainable for two years. It seems like we dealt with snags all the way through. I was taking to Sen. Page Walley as it seems we just keep meeting roadblocks along the way,” said County Mayor Larry Smith. Walley attended the ribbon cutting.

This program will provide transportation to ones who are seniors or veterans for whom without a ride, would not have the ability to live independently. Many older

adults need personalized transportation to doctors appointments, to grocery shop, pharmacy needs, and social interaction.

“I am excited about this day and excited about the possibilities of the county and want to thank everybody thats here.

I know you are here for some reason, either being involved from the beginning or you want to be involved as we go forward with it,” said Smith.

“It is all about helping

the people in our county that need assistance and I appreciate each one of you from the bottom of my

heart.”

To join the program seniors will apply and make an initial investment of $20 which will allow them to have their first three rides free. Afterward, rides may average $2-$3 dollars making the transportation affordable, accessible and available with door-to-door service. The county has

secured two vehicles for use in the program.

The service will be provided by well-screened volunteers that are trained and using their personal vehicles if necessary. Rex Davis was hired as the coordinator of the program and will be in charge of volunteers and services. To date, over 20 volunteers have applied and are being screened.

“This is a wonderful program that will help our seniors and those who can't get in and out.

It breaks my heart to see someone who can't get

out so we are here to help them do that. I want to ask everyone here that hasn't volunteered to please do, come sign up and if you need any help come fill out an application so we can get you in the system and try to help you,” said Davis.

Volunteers are asked to commit to at least three hours per month on a morning or afternoon to drive an older adult on an essential trip. Drivers must be over 21 years of age.

To get a ride or application for the service or volunteer, call 731-4392284.

Infrastructure issues are of concern to U.S. Agriculture

I appreciate your vote and continued support

By Jai Templeton Contributor

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ransportation infrastructure has often been described as U.S. agriculture's competitive advantage.

However, that advantage is diminishing. While much discussion around American's deteriorating

If elected as county commissioner, my main objective is to represent the interest of the people of the 3rd district and to hold our county government accountable to the people.

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infrastructure is anecdotal there are also hard numbers to raise alarm.

According to the American Society of Civil Engineers 2021 Infrastructure Report Card the U.S. Inland Waterways earn a D+. According to the report there are $6.8 billion construction projects that are described as a backlog.

The United States Department of Agriculture has estimated that an hour long delay on the nation's waterways cost an average tow $739 per hour. That equates to almost $44 million annually. The same report gives U.S. roads a D. 43% of U.S. public roads in poor or worse condition. This is a sad statistic considering that the highway system of the U.S. moves almost 3/4's of the country's products.

While shipping delays of raw and finished products may not seem to be an immediate issue to consumers the cost does follow the products being

shipped. Lack of safe and adequate roads and waterways create both short term and long term issues for rural communities. Companies are under pressure to provide the highest quantity and quality goods for the lowest price. Any transportation issue causes more disruption and loss of a competitive advantage. It is also costly for agricultural producers who often times have to drive more distance to move commodities.

A report made public by the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations says that Tennessee has need of $32.8 billion to address current transportation and utility infrastructure needs. All of these types of projects are of direct interest to Tennessee agricultural producers and consumers. The Infrastructure Report Card is issued every four years.

It can be found at: infrastructurereportcard.org

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ARREST........................................................................................................From page 1 nors. As a result of the operation, authorities arrested six individuals, five of whom were booked into the McNairy County Jail. One individual was arrested on an outstanding warrant in Mississippi and is not listed here. A seventh individual was cited in lieu of arrest.

4 Jonathan Jarmon (DOB: 12/12/75), Brownsville, TN: Two counts of Trafficking for Commercial Sex Act, $75,000 bond 4 James Johnson

(DOB: 2/14/73), Whiteville, TN: Two counts of Trafficking for Commercial Sex Act, $75,000 bond 4 Sara McCants (DOB: 12/01/90), Corinth, MS: Promoting Prostitution, $25,000 bond 4 Jason Parker (DOB: 2/16/77), Middleton, TN: One count of Trafficking for Commercial Sex Act, $75,000 bond 4 Kenneth Pollard (DOB: 4/12/76), Corinth, MS: Two counts of Trafficking

for Commercial Sex Act, $75,000 bond 4 Gregory Waters (DOB: 7/4/59), Savannah, TN: Cited for Patronizing Prostitution All available booking photos can be found at TBINewsroom.com.

This is the sixth undercover operation of this nature in 2022 resulting in almost 60 arrests.

Information about human trafficking and TBI’s efforts to address this type of crime can be found online at www.

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his map shows a rolling average of daily cases for the past week. This is the best sign of hot spots. Our ex-

perts monitor this 7-day average instead of new cases, since many local health departments are no longer reporting case

counts every 24 hours.

See the percentage of fully vaccinated people in any state by hovering over that state in the map below.

56th Ashe reunion scheduled

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he 56th year of the Ashe Reunion will be Sunday, August 7, at the Eastview Community Center. Doors will be open at 10 a.m. Bring

a dish or two and join in the fun and make memories.

Got a new baby or family member? Bring a picture to share and

add an address and phone number to the roll. Call Judy for information or help 731610-3482.

See you there.

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BRIAN.........................................................................................From page 1 2. What would you like the residents/voters to know about you?

I have been married to my wife Cristi for 26 years. We have one daughter Emma who is a student at MTSU. I have served the last 24 years in this office. I’m currently the president of the County Officials Association of Tennessee. I will hold this position until November for all 95 counties. The staff and I work each day to help each citizen who calls on the office.

3. What attributes/experience or skills do you have that you feel uniquely qualify you to be a successful register of deeds? I earned my Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Freed-Hardeman University. I have completed the University of Tennessee certified public administrator program. My experience of twenty four years on the job has provided me the ability to serve.

4. In your opinion, what is the most pressing challenge you face in the county as it relates to the preservation of records for all ten municipalities? Do you have any plans/ solutions to address? Space?

Technology? We strive to preserve the deed records that date back to 1823. These records are vital to the future, and we take this

responsibility very serious. We do take continuing education classes each year to gain more knowledge to protect the deeds from fraudulent activity. Cyber security is an area we promise to improve over the next four years.

5. If you could change one thing to make your office better, what would that be and why? We need to do a better job listening to our customers we serve. As a staff, we need to adapt and change things to make it easier for the customers as they use the office.

6. If elected (re-elected) what steps would you take to assure record collection is maintained for years to come? E-file is the future in the register’s office. We have already recently begun using this process to record some deeds, and it is a very effective and efficient way to do business.

7. Any additional information you feel we have not addressed? A property transaction is the largest investment a citizen will make in their lifetime. We want to make sure that investment is safe and secure for our citizens. Please vote Brian Dickey to be there for you when you purchase your home or farm.

ADRIA.........................................................................................................................From page 1 powers of attorney, wills, and other types of documents. I acknowledge these documents as life defining events for families.

2. What would you like the residents/voters to know about you? I have two sons.

Deven Boling, 19, 2021 Adamsville High School graduate, is now serving in the U.S. Air Force as crew chief over F-15s at Kadena Air Force Base, Japan. Ayden Boling, 16, is a junior at Adamsville High School. My aunt, Julie Harstin worked with 4-H in McNairy County Schools and her husband David pastored local churches.

3. What attributes/experience or skills do you have that you feel uniquely qualify you to be a successful register of deeds? I feel qualified to serve McNairy County as Register of Deeds because of my attention to detail and my experiences from past employment. As an eligibility assistant at the Department of Human Resources (20092011), I worked closely with families in need. I logged and secured personal documents to establish eligibility of benefits. I upheld the highest level of stewardship in han-

dling these documents. As a licensed cosmetologist, I serve generations of families. I have gained the trust from many by listening and developing bonds with the community. I have worked with Habitat for Humanity to build homes in McNairy County. I realize the importance of a stable home, which produces a stable family, which promotes a stable community. It all begins with a noble public servant within the community.

4. In your opinion, what is the most pressing challenge you face in the county as it relates to the preservation of records for all ten municipalities? Do you have any plans/solutions to address?

Space? Technology? The biggest challenge for McNairy County, as it relates to the Register of Deeds, is for the office leader to keep an open ear to our growing and ever-changing community.

The ROD office must listen and take into consideration the wants and needs of taxpayers in order to provide excellent customer service to all its members.

5. If you could change one thing to make your office bet-

ter, what would that be and why? If elected, I would have an open-door policy to allow the public an opportunity to voice their concerns about what is being done right and what can be done better.

6. If elected (re-elected) what steps would you take to assure record collection is maintained for years to come? As a public servant, I will work diligently to ensure the integrity of your family’s livelihood. I believe the work of a public servant should be meaningful and purposeful. I will uphold the highest ethical and professional standards.

7. Any additional information you feel we have not addressed? As an East Tennessee transplant, I have observed over the decades as my little hometown of Maryville, Tennessee, has grown and turned into a miniature Knoxville. Since 2008, I have admired and treasured McNairy County, a small, tight-knit community, and a perfect village in which to raise my sons. I feel pride and dedication to our community. I would be humbly honored to serve as the next Register of Deeds for McNairy County.

MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Jerusalem Faith Apostolic Church 27 Linley Circle, Selmer Bishop Ferdinand Gant Sr. Pastor Wanda Gant Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Bible Class: Wed. night 7 p.m.

Prayer: Wed. night 6 p.m.

BAPTIST Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Worship: 11:15 a.m.

Sunday night: 5 p.m.

Bible Study 7 p.m.

Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

INDEPENDENT Calvary Baptist Church Hwy 22 North, Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Mark Shumaker, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Fellowship Baptist Church 1308 High School Rd., Selmer Pastor: J.D. Matlock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Selmer Primitive Baptist Church 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m.

SOUTHERN Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Seth Bragg Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Night: 7 p.m.

Cypress Creek First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1104 14 Falcon St. • Selmer Pastor: Clifford E. Wynn, Jr. (731) 645-8094 Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m.

Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

Jam Zone: 7:00 p.m.

Eastview Baptist Church Hwy 45 S., Eastview, Tenn.

Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Bible Study: 7 p.m.

Locke Road Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Bobby Bray, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. / Wed. 6:30 p.m.

Falcon Baptist Church 777 Falcon Rd., Selmer Jay Houston, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

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

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

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

First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main St., Adamsville Senior Pastor: Dr. Chad Ball Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:15 a.m.

Discipleship Training: 5 p.m.

Evening Worship: 6:15 p.m.

Wednesday Activities: Prayer/Bible Study: 6:15 p.m.

Children & Youth: 6:15 P.M. during the summer

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

Michie Primitive Baptist Church

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

Jacob Brimm, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

5 p.m & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Michie 5658 Hwy 22 S., Michie Bro. Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Selmer Joey Johnson, Pastor 310 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m., Wednesday: 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger David Sims, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Bro. Randy Latch Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. ; Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Lakeview Baptist Church Pastor: Clint Overton 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Sundays: 11 a.m.

Wednesdays: The Upper Room Student Ministry 5:30 For more info. call 731-6459771 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie,TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Mark LaRue, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. &

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

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

5 p.m.

Wednesday: AWANA 6:30 p.m.

Youth & Adults 6:45 p.m.

Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy TN Bro. Jakob Harris, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Hope Baptist Church 854 Chandler Lane Pocahontas, TN Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Robert Hudson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Pleasant Site Baptist Church 1868 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Bradley Woolworth, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy 57 West, Ramer Joe Loncar, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Trinity Baptist Church 7193 Michie-Pebble Hill Rd. Hwy 224 South Michie, TN 38357 Pastor: George Kyle Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship: 6:30 p.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study:6:30 p.m.

West Shiloh Baptist 282 West Shiloh Church Rd. Stantonville Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6 p.m.

Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Greg Brasher, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST Antioch Church of Christ 7200 Hwy 57W Ramer, TN 38367 Darrin Stapleton, Minister (732) 645-5639 Bible Study 9:30 AM Worship 10:15 PM Worship 6:00 Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy 22 S. Michie Jon Paul Gulledge, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

(731) 239-9691 Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy 45 S., Selmer Shobeck Dethrow, Minister Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Brian Stephens, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Liberty Church of Christ 1005 North Liberty Road Michie, TN 38357 Minister: Jeff Harville (205) 712-3502 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy 142, Stantonville Randy Cook, Minister Matt Cook, Minister Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Discussion Class: 11:15 a.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF GOD Center Ridge Church of God 948 Center Ridge Road, Bethel Springs Duane R. Moore, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Only services due to Covid-19.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy Hwy 22 N. Adamsville Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Church of God of Prophecy 1642 Curtis Hill Church Rd., Bethel Springs Richard Horner, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. , Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Bethel Springs Community Church 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs Larry Lancaster, Pastor (662) 415-8012 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Michie Church of God of Prophecy 6681 Hwy 57 East, Michie Roy Bennett, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd., Ramer David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church New Bethel Road Rev. Jeff Powell Worship Service: 9:45 a.m.

Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Highway 57 West, Ramer Pastor: Albert Brown Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

METHODIST Adamsville First United Methodist 206 East Main St., Adamsville, TN Rev. Troy Dillard Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Roger South, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m.

First United Methodist Church 1122 West Cherry Ave., Selmer Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: Supper 5:30 p.m.

Bible Study & Breakouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Hickory Flatt United Methodist Church Puron Rd., Hickory Flatt Jackie Gardner, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Worship: 10:15 a.m.

Lebanon Church 250 Chambers Store Rd. Michie Paul Chicoine, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Sunday School: 11 a.m.

Maggie Jones United Methodist Church 8173 Finger-Leapwood Rd. FInger, TN 38334 Pastor Howard Russom Contact info: 731-610-7638 Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Services 11 a.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 5:00 p.m.

New Bethel United Methodist Church 74 Wright St., Bethel Springs Shirley Williams, Pastor Sunday School 10 Sunday Service 11 a.m.

Bible Study: Wed. at 7 p.m.

New Hope United Methodist Church Sticine Rd. - Michie Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Tony Newman, Pastor Pebble Hill Methodist Church 2768 Chamber Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

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

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.

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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

Kingdom Church, More Sure Word 1814 Buena Vista Road Bethel Springs, Tenn. 38315 (731) 577-0100 Sundays at 4 p.m.

2nd & 4th Tuesday L.I.F.E. class at 7 p.m.

Thirsty Thursday (Bible Class) 7 p.m.

Love & Truth, Adamsville Campus 440 Hwy 64 East, Adamsville Lead Pastor - Eddie Cupples Campus Director - Scott Melson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Wednesday nights: 7 p.m.

Phone: 731-632-4999 www.loveandtruthchurch.com Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 12 p.m.

Wednesday: 7:30 p.m.

Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Wed.: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach St., Selmer Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

God’s Way Church 1121 Peach St., Selmer Sherry Atnipp, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Full Gospel Fellowship Church 6595 Hwy 64 West Bethel Springs, Tenn.

731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m.., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Petra Family Worship Center 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN 731-434-1002 S.S.: 10 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday Night: 6 p.m.

Thursday Night: 7 p.m.

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Selmer City Park Day Camp n Re-opened Friday after a complaint & exemption requirement

By Janet Rail Publisher

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elmer City Park Day Camp reopened Friday. All parents of children who were perviously enrolled were informed of the re-opening on Thursday after 24 hours of closure.

It was determined after the fact that a complaint was filed with the state alleging the Day Camp was illegal and operating without a license. There is speculation that the complaint may have derived from a city official. If this holds true, according to ethics and public corruption laws, legislators, public employees, and other public servants may face severe consequences for violating public trust. The range of penalties include censure, removal from office, permanent disqualification from holding position and fines.

Ethics violations depend upon how bad an instance of misconduct is viewed in the eyes of the state and in consideration of the harm a violation may cause. In Tennessee, certain kinds of official misconduct, can result in removal from office. Misuse of information can also result in removal from office.

If an internal complaint, it could be viewed as a violation of public trust.

Families were inconvenienced and there is always concern that it put the Day Camp in a negative light unnecessarily and threaten the program.

Another path, according to sources, would have been to address the issue and resolve concerns without a abuse of state resources. This complaint is resolved, however, the concern remains under investigation.

“I was happy that the state surveyors assisted me following the complaint to validate our exemption from licensure. All the paperwork is completed which will allow us to post a state required exemption letter in the center and re-open in the morning,” stated Sybil Dancer, Selmer

Parks and Recreation Director.

Summer Day Camp is designed to support parents/guardians during the school summer recess and provide a safe, fun and educational environment for school age children 5-12 years. This program allows parents to work with affordable child care in June and July. Day Camp attendees pay $50 a week and have breakfast, lunch and a snack provided daily which is supplied by Southwest TN Development Center.

The Day Camp has a classroom, an eating area and utilizes the gym for activities like wiffle ball, kickball, basketball and games in the gym. They do crafts and keep the children active and moving. The Center averaged ten campers in June. After summer school, the camp increased to around 15 per day. Parents can come by the Center to fill out a form if they want to enroll their child. Four employees work with children in the Day Camp in addition to Dancer.

Following a complaint filed with the state, regarding the Selmer Parks & Recreation Department's Summer Day Camp, the center was found to be exempt from any licensing requirements but was required to complete an exemption from licensure to reopen, according to Tennessee Code 71-3-503.

The Tennessee Depart-

ment of Human Services, arrived at the Selmer Community Center and completing an investigation into the allegations.

Upon meeting with Director Sybil Dancer, and completing a review of department records, the surveyors initially determined that the camp would need to close.

Dancer shared with the surveyors that she had always understood the Center's Day Camps were exempt from licensure. The surveyors stated that no, that the Camp would have to shut down and if she got down to four students they could leave, according to Dancer.

The Center immediately started calling parents/ guardians to alert them about the closure and complied with the state's request. As parents were contacted and the surveyors engaged in more conversation they determined that the Center was exempt from licensing requirements stated in the complaint, but the Center was required to complete an exemption form to post and demonstrate that exemption.

The surveyors began to assist Dancer is securing the paperwork for the exemption letter from the state and put it on the wall so they could re-open. Dancer immediately began the process of completing the form with the surveyors to secure the exemption while they were on site. Danc-

er then notified by email the mayor and board of aldermen before contacting representatives at the state level to secure any additional information for re-opening.

Before Dancer notified the mayor, the closure was posted on social media. “We were in the

middle of a survey so I am not sure how it was out so quickly, but we have resolved the issue and re-opening,” said Dancer.

"There was a lack of communication on when I was notified. And I was shocked because I was assured that the program was in compliance," said Mayor Sherry Inman.

Representatives reached out to Commissioner Clarence Carter who stated that the Center should be back up and running by Friday, once the exemption paperwork was completed and filed. Once the paperwork was completed,

notarized and sent to the state Thursday morning. After receipt, Dana Glenn called Dancer immediately from Carter's office to work out final details on requirements to confirm, upon receipt of all documentation requirements the Day

Camp could resume operation on Friday.

Selmer Parks & Recreation Department operates a Summer Day Camp for ages 5 – 12 years at the Center during the months that began in June and will end July 30 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Day Camp falls within the definition of a child care agency shall be exempt from the licensing requirements of this part upon demonstration of clear and convincing evidence that it meets one (1) of the following exemptions in subdivisions Recreational programs. To qualify for

a recreational program exemption, a child care agency must meet the following criteria: (A) That the sole or primary purpose of the program or activity is to provide recreational services, e.g., organized sports or crafts activities; (B) That the sole or primary purpose of the program or activity is dedicated to recreational activities for a substantial portion of the hours of operation; (C) That the majority of program staff responsible for the direct delivery of services possesses specialized qualifications that are directly related to the recreational services being offered; (D) That at least seventy-five percent (75%) of any individual child's program time is spent engaging in the recreational activities that are reasonably age appropriate for the type of activity and the ages served; (E) That the supervision or care of children, or other types of child care-related services, is incidental to its overall purpose; and (F) That no individual child could participate in the program or activity: State surveyors are required to follow up on complaints as was performed in this case with resolution.

Day Camps are just one category of children's services exempt from licensure.

The exemption was a formality, however required.

The Day Camp will resume till July 30.

Vote ANTHONY CARR 3rd District School Board

1. As an elected school board official, I will ensure my constituents have a voice at the table.

2. I am offering my knowledge of grants to assist the school board in securing additional funds to place a School Resource Officer at each of our county schools in our area.

3. I would like the opportunity to use my knowledge of annual operating budgets to identify ways to increase teacher pay through good fiscal management.

4. I will support what is right and put our children first and support to keep Critical Race Theory out of each school in our country.

I am actively campaigning and trying to visit as many homes in my district as possible. If I miss you, I humbly ask for your vote!

5. I will dive into collaboration and communication with all stakeholders to develop a vision for moving the school system forward with a focus on producing workforce ready graduates.

6. I would like to pursue ways of improving academic achievement and growth for all of the schools in our county.

As the Fire Chief of the Selmer Fire Department and a County Commissioner, I have successfully acquired grants and reimbursements totaling over $20 Million Dollars. I KNOW HOW TO DO THIS! I have a great working relationship with all of member of House and Senate at both the state and federal levels.

I have been to Nashville and Washington, D.C. to ask for help and I have received that help.

I HAVE A PROVEN TRACK RECORD!

Let’s Move McNairy County Forward!

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District Court Rules update regarding girls sports NASHVILLE-In a federal lawsuit filed by Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III and 19 other states’ attorneys general, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee has enjoined the U.S. Department of Education and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission from enforcing new, expansive, and unlawful guidance on federal antidiscrimination laws.

The now-enjoined guidance attempted to force schools to allow biological males to compete on girls’ sports teams, to prohibit sex-separated showers and locker rooms, and to compel individuals to use biologically inaccurate preferred pronouns.

“The District Court rightly recognized the federal government put Tennessee and other states in an impossible situation: choose between

the threat of legal consequences including the withholding of federal funding- or altering our state laws to comply. Keep in mind these new, transformative rules were made without you- without your elected leaders in Congress having a say, which is what the law requires,” said Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III. “We are thankful the Court put a stop to it, maintained the status quo as the lawsuit proceeds, and reminded the federal government it cannot direct it’s agencies to rewrite the law.”

The following states joined Tennessee on the lawsuit: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, and West Virginia.

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OBITUARIES

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022

Aaron Luther December 19, 1946 July 10, 2022

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aron Luther was born December 19, 1946, in Alabama, the son of the late Harvey Harrison Luther and Biddie Cunningham Luther.

Mr. Luther worked for over 50 years as a diesel mechanic, the last 20 years he owned Aaron's Garage in Selmer. He was an avid fan of Nascar and enjoyed going to the races. He was a proud grandfather and always bragged that Kaitlyn attends Washington & Lee University in Lexington, VA with aspirations of becoming a lawyer.

Mr. Luther departed this life on July 10, 2022, in Corinth, Mississippi, at the age of 75 Years, 6 Months, 21 Days.

He is survived by a daughter, Tammy Luther Chalker and hus-

James Cordell Pratt December 6, 1937 July 12, 2022 band Kenneth Chalker, Jr of Kennesaw, Ga.; a granddaughter, Kaitlyn Chalker of Kennesaw, Ga.; his partner of 25 years, Denise Moore of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a sister, Doris Henderson of Evansville, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Luther was preceded in death by a sister, Carolyn Kiddy; five brothers, Jack Daniel, Morris, Richard, Robert, and Theron Luther.

Services were held on July 14, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Richard Horner officiating. Burial followed in the McCalips Chapel Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.

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of Memphis, Tenn.; five grandchildren, Stephanie (Anthony) Jones, Jessica Marlborough, Drew (Morgan) Forsyth, James Cordell "JC" Pratt, III and Abby Forsyth; two step-grandchildren, Patrick (Amanda) Johnson and Samantha (Devon) Haines; one great granddaughter, Allison Jones.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife and his siblings: Elco Pratt, Franklin Pratt, Eva Jane Kelley and Imogene Chandler; an infant daughter, Betty Jane; one son, Steve Pratt.

Private Graveside Services were held on July 17, 2022 at Shady Grove Cemetery in Shiloh, Tennessee.

Kenneth Wilkins August 8, 1931 July 13, 2022

Patricia Carolyn Gooch March 28, 1935 July 12, 2022 atricia “Carolyn” Gooch, age 87, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at home, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. A lifelong lover of cats, travel, and sports, she was born at home, March 28, 1935, in Michie, Tennessee.

Carolyn was the daughter of James Lide Gooch and Mary Frances Hyneman Gooch.

She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 1957. During her college years, she held memberships in Mortar Board, Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Lambda Theta, and Delta Gamma Sorority where she served one term as National President.

Her professional career spanned 40 years.

It began in 1958, in the biology division of Oak Ridge National Laboratory. As a cytogeneticist she performed cellular research.

Later, her research expanded to include working directly with NASA Astronauts in

J

ames Cordell Pratt was born on December 6, 1937 to the late John Almon and Gladys Mitchell Pratt in Decaturville, Tennessee.

He married Carol "Peggy" Wood on April 17, 1955 and the couple made their home in Selmer, Tennessee where he remained until his death on July 14, 2022. Mrs. Pratt passed away on December 14, 1997.

He had previously worked at Brown Shoe Company in Selmer and had been the owner of Selmer Bike Shop until he retired in 2018.

Cordell leaves to cherish his memories: his son, James (Angela) Pratt of Memphis, Tenn.; two daughters, Karen Pratt of Selmer, Tenn. and Sandra (Andy) Forsyth

Randall “Randy” Burks March 9, 1958 July 13, 2022

the development of the Space Program. Her expertise was highly respected, and she was often requested to work on site at nuclear accidents in the United States and abroad.

In 2000, the University of Tennessee honored Carolyn as a member of the Benefactors Society. This distinction is reserved for those whose outstanding generosity perpetuates a program of academic excellence. Carolyn also served on the University of Tennessee School of Veterinary Medicine Board of Advisors.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include a host of loving cousins, friends, and special long-term caregivers, Nikki Truitt and Melisssa Longmire.

Services were held on July 17, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee.

Burial followed in the Michie Cemetery at Michie, Tenn.

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enneth Wilkins was born August 8, 1931 in the Mud Creek Community of Adamsville, Tennessee, the son of the late Otis Lee and Georgia Irons Wilkins.

He was united in marriage to Nellie Sue Hardin on April 17, 1954.

Mrs. Wilkins preceded him in death on September 3, 2012, they were married for 58 years.

Mr. Wilkins served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked for over 25 years as a supervisor at Jetrick's in Selmer. A hard working man who rarely stopped for breaks, loved being outside - tending to his yard, and genuinely loved being around people.

He started working at Sawmeal in Adamsville to stay active and be around neighbors and friends. He was affectionately known to everyone who ate at the restaurant as, "Mr. Kenneth." He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Adamsville.

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andall (Randy) Burks was born March 9, 1958 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Herb Lloyd Burks and Billie Evans Bryan.

Randy attended Pickwick Southside High School and was an all-state basketball player. He attended Shelby State in Memphis where he played basketball. He was an avid sports fan - University of TN Volunteers was his favorite college team, enjoyed fishing and bird hunting, and spending time on the river.

He was a member of West Shiloh Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family. Randy departed this life on July 13, 2022 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 64 Years, 4 Months, 4

Days.

He is survived by his daughter, Brooke Burks of Selmer, Tenn.; son, Bryan Burks of Selmer, Tenn.; step father, Bill Bryan of Shiloh, Tenn.; grand daughter, Meredith Jones; four sisters, Connie Moffett, Lana Hammock, Omie Burks, Brenda Burks; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Burks was preceded in death by a brother, Sidney Burks.

A Graveside Service was held on July 16, 2022 at the West Shiloh Cemetery in Stantonville, Tennessee with Steve Littleton officiating.

Norma Jean Hemby Boggs August 17, 1945 July 10, 2022 Mr. Wilkins departed this life on July 13, 2022 in Adamsville, Tennessee, at the age of 90 Years, 11 Months, 5 Days.

He is survived by a son, Randy Wilkins and wife Kathy of Selmer, Tenn.; a sister, Mary Ruth Droke of Selmer, Tenn.; a brother, Earl Wilkins of Adamsville, Tenn.; two granddaughters, Katie Wilbanks and husband Jamie, Kristen Wilbanks; two great granddaughters, Sadie and Emmie Wilbanks; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Wilkins was preceded in death by a daughter, Patti White; a brother, Burl Wilkins.

Services were held on July 15, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Chad Ball officiating. Burial in the Adamsville Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

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orma Jean Hemby Boggs was born August 17, 1945 in Pinson, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Robert Hemby and Maudie Mae Crockett Hemby.

She was united in marriage to Bernard Eugene Boggs on December 20, 1964. Mr. Boggs preceded her in death on February 3, 2019.

Mrs. Boggs was a member of the Eastview Church of Christ in Selmer, Tennessee.

She was a homemaker and enjoyed taking care of her family, traveling to the beach, going to church and gardening. Norma Jean loved her family and church family.

Mrs. Boggs departed this life on July 10, 2022 in Selmer, Tennessee, at the age of 76 Years, 10 Months, 23 Days.

She is survived by two daughters, Darla Jean Jones and husband Billy (Butch),

Mindy Boggs all of Selmer, Tenn.; a sister, Brenda George and husband Turley of Gallipolis, Ohio; a brother, Larry Hemby and wife Terry of Fla.; four grandchildren: Adam Jones, Lyndsey Hensley, Savannah Jones, Paige Jones; ten great grandchildren: Bryce Oliver, Kooper Jones, Karson Jones, Sawyer Jones, Jeslyn Ing, Harper McFall, Clayton Boggs, Ace Jones, Ellanor Kathryn Lambert, Andelyn James (A.J.) Hensley.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Boggs was preceded in death by a son, Colton Bernard Boggs; and a granddaughter, Tara Oliver.

Visitation was held on Friday, July 15, 2022 from 5 p.m. until funeral service at 7 p.m. all held at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer, Tenn.

Events and Happenings 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. & 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.

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

Turn It In Thursdays, return your weekly reading log with your time documented to receive a book tag.

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. 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 731645-3598 to register.

WOMEN’S WILDLIFE CAMP

BIG HILL POND STATE PARK July 22 - 24 4Join SIR Rachel for a weekend outdoors with the ladies! The weekend will include camping (optional), hiking, crafting, and kayaking. Registration price will include camping fee, all activity fees, and a t-shirt. You will need to provide your own camping equipment, food, and drinks.

This event is open to women aged 18 and older. The cost for this event is $60+tax. reserve.tnstateparks.com/register/womens-wildlife-camp0723 SINGING AT UNION GROVE UNITED METHODIST July 244The Union Grove United Methodist Church will host “Living

Truth Quartet” on Sunday, July 24 at 7 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. A love offering will be taken.

The church is located on Pleasant Site Road. Everyone is welcome.

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 731-6453799 or 731-610-6600 or email: womenofcourage3@gmail.com.

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Offer constructive sug- The o gestions on how to solve stops problems. Don’t criticize allow mistakes. Help people Ev understand what caused from a mistake and how to pre- agem vent it from happening the o again. agem Although mistakes are perso n Larry Arnn’s insulting comments about teachers could not be more untrue a potent learning tool, You are College, used ily, fr tiny isthey Hillsdale edu- often s a strong sup- colleges in the country.” Ansel Griffin. She was the work of our outstand- for every dollar of too to inpunish criticize. which and is seeking to part- cowo porter of teachers To make matters worse, among the many won- ing Tennessee teachers. cation funding to stay with publicly and ner and our public he also disparaged the derful teachers who in- That’s why the new ed- our public schools Utilize mistakes to funded en- stran charter schools in Ten- to se education system, I am work of teachers by sug- fluenced me as a child. ucation funding formula not be diverted to charcourage others to learn nessee.

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ToddChristopher Joseph Drobina,  Master Sgt. •Carrie L. Ellis, Air  Spc. EDITOR’S • Veronica Sebree, appreciation Navy Chief Offi certhe prayers, calls, A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAFHector Soto, Jr., Army • Airman D. Ellis, US Air Force and visits during the illness and loss of our change in status, con Army Force  LT Kevin Shelton, Navy• Alan Seigers, Army • Joshua Lane Meek, Army • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • AO3 Kevin Dewayne • KipBonnie Ellison Lynn Dunlop  Capt.  Cpl.Navy Jeremy Tyler Sisk • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy mother.  Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Mettlin, • Spc. Hector Soto, Armylike to extend a special thanks to • Cpl. Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • Sgt. Cory Eisenhut, Brandon Emily USMC  Cpl. Bradley USMC Force  ITS Rusty Smith, US Navy WeJr., would Kevin Navy SSgt. Patrick Michael Nat. Guard • PV2 Sgt. Jana Estes  Master Carrie L. Ellis, Air  Master Sgt. •Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Moore,  Preston Cross Smith,• LT U.S. AirShelton, Bro. Randy Smith and Bro. Mike Hollaway, Force Force Force to AHC McNairy, Shackelford Funeral Di Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air  Kip Ellison  Cpl. Sam Speck, USMC rectors, and to Forty Forks Baptist Church Force  Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC  Sgt. Shaun Spicher, USMC for the wonderful meal they prepared for  Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air  PV2 Jana Estes  Sgt. Richard A. Ssesanga, US our family. Friends of the Westwood & Force  A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF ARMY Tammy Circle.  Kip Ellison  Airman Nathaniel A. Stout  Cpl. Dallas Nelms, USMC  Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC  Spc. Daniel Sullivan, Army  Sgt. Major Paula Norris Your acts of kindness during this time will  PV2 Jana Estes  Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC always be remembered.  PFC Casey William Akin  CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse EDITOR’S NOTE:  Spc. Allen Alexander  Spc. William Andrew “Andy” If a loved one has had a change in The Family of Dolores Isbell  AA Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy Pickett, Nat. Guard status, contact us at  Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett  Spc. Robert H. Pittman, II (731) 645-5346.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

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PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record:

SERVED 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. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH. ANY TAXES OR FEES WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER. IF THE SALE IS SET ASIDE FOR ANY REASON, THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE SHALL BE ENTITLED ONLY TO A RETURN OF THE PURCHASE PRICE. THE PURCHASER SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE.

All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee.

the property as required by 26 U.S.C. 7425 and T.C.A. §67-1-1433.

REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., Petitioner, vs.

SHERRY L. LEDBETTER, PATICIAN A. WOOD, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, JOSEPH GALEN SANDERS, AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THOMAS L. SANDERS, Jr., Respondents.

Civil No. 9519 ORDER OF PUBLICATION NOTICE OF SUITE AND ORDER TO APPEAR To: JOSEPH GALEN SANDERS To: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THOMAS L. SANDERS, JR. As to Joseph Galen Sanders, the Court having determined that the address of your residence is unknown and , as to the Unknown Heirs of Thomas L. Sanders, Jr., the Court having determined that your identity and the address of your residence is unknown, pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated sections 21-1-203 & 204, you are hereby served by publication as to your status as defendant in the above-captioned litigation with respect to any interest you may claim in real property located at 274 Finger Leapwood Road, Finger, Tennessee 38334. Take notice that on August 8, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. the Court will hold a hearing on this matter in the Chancery Court of McNairy County, McNairy County Courthouse, 170 West Court Avenue, Selmer, Tennessee 38375, the Honorable Martha B. Brasfield, presiding, and should you neither appear at said hearing, nor otherwise answer or defend the cause of action against you, judgement will be entered against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

Kim Boals, Clerk & Master Elizabeth B. Pagett BPR No. 022635 Attorney for Petitioners 4170 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., Ste. 475 Atlanta, Ga (10039) (10,11,12,13) ___________________ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S SALE Sale at public auction will be on August 23, 2022 on or about 12:00PM local time, at the East door of the McNairy County Courthouse located in Selmer, Tennessee, conducted by the Substitute Trustee as identified and set forth herein below, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by HARLAN LANE, to Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee, on February 22, 2018, at Record Book 426, Page 323-343 as Instrument No. 106913 in the real property records of McNairy County Register's Office, Tennessee.

Owner of Debt: Reliance First Capital, LLC The following real estate located in McNairy

The following described real estate, situated in Michie, in the County of McNairy, State of Tennessee: Tract 1: Beginning at an iron pin in the Northern right of way of Michie-Hamburg Road, the Southeast corner of the Grover Rickman Lot and the Southwest corner of the Randall Brown Tract; thence North 88 degrees 47 minutes 55 seconds East with the Northern right of way of Michie-Hamburg Road 183.74 feet to an iron pin for a true point of beginning of this conveyance; thence North 33 degrees 00 minutes East leaving die said road 210.00 feet to an iron pin; thence South 58 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds East parallel to the said road 210.04 feet to an iron pin; thence South 33 degrees 00 minutes West 210.00 feet to an iron pin in the Northern right of way of said road; thence North 58 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds West with the Northern right of way of said Michie-Hamburg Road, 210.04 feet to the point of beginning.

Tract 2: beginning at an iron pin in the Northern right of way of Michie-Hamburg Road, the Southeast corner of Edward-Flatt Lot and Southwest corner of Randall Brown Tract, the true point of beginning of this conveyance thence North 33 degrees 00 minutes East leaving the said road 210.00 feet to an iron pin; thence South 52 degrees 00 minutes East parallel to said road 105.00 feet to an iron pin; thence South 33 degrees 00 minutes West 210.00 feet to an iron pin the Northern right of way of said road; thence North 52 degrees 40 minutes West with the North right of way of said Michie-Hamburg Road 105.00 feet to the point of beginning.

Parcel 137-012-02-000 Being the same property conveyed to Harlan Lane, a single person by deed from Virginia Lane, a married person recorded 06/05/2017 in Deed Book 242 Page 724, in the Register`s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee.

Current Owner(s) of Property: HARLAN LANE The street address of the above described property is believed to be 340 Post Office Road, Michie, TN 38357, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control.

SALE IS SUBJECT TO OCCUPANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. RIGHT

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OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF HARLAN LANE

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

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

We offer an order buying service thru Harry Floyd Livestock www.saledayauction.com

Trucking & feed available • We are a full service stockyard Video cattle offered for trailer load lots & appraisals

Harry Floyd (cell): 931-224-2247 or 931-722-9200 Waynesboro, TN Office: 931-722-3100

If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-101 have been met.

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF TESTING THE VOTING SYSTEM The inspection of the voting system for the August 4, 2022 election shall take place on Friday, July 22, at 10:00 AM, at the McNairy County Election Commission Office, located in the McNairy County Government Annex Building. The testing shall be open to the public, the candidates, or their representatives, as well as representatives of the news media and in partisan elections, representatives of the political party.

McNairy County Election Commission Joanie Collins, Administrator

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If the U.S. Department of Treasury/IRS, the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue, or the State of Tennessee Department of Labor or Workforce Development are listed as Interested Parties in the advertisement, then the Notice of this foreclosure is being given to them and the Sale will be subject to the applicable governmental entities’ right to redeem

This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

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• Must have three (3) years of approved employment experience in the occupation to be taught.

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• Minimum of certificate or diploma in instructional area or equivalent training with credentials in related field • A Limited License Electrician (LLE) and Limited Licensed Plumber (LLP) or ability to obtain a license in one (1) year • Minimum of three (3) years of employment experience in the occupation to be taught within the last five (5) years.

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n McNairy County, battling suicide or mental health issues is something that hits close to home. Our community rates #1 in veteran suicides in the state so we all need to be concerned and reach out to our neighbors.

This new suicide hotline may help people get the help they need a lot quicker.

Starting Saturday, July 16, those who need to reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline can now call or text “988” and not a 10-digit number.

You can not only call but text 988, which will connect one with a trained counselor and 200 potential crisis centers within the lifeline’s network. If one happens to call the 10 digit number 1-800-273- 8255, (TALK), it will remain operational. According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), they can route calls to “988” indefinitely.

According to the CDC, suicide is a leading cause of death in the US. Suicide rates increased in nearly every state from 1999 through 2016. Mental health conditions are often seen as the cause of suicide, but suicide is rarely caused by any single factor. In fact, many people who die by suicide are not known to have

a diagnosed mental health condition at the time of death.

Tennessee suicides increased 24.2 percent during that time period, many among teens.

Other problems often contribute to suicide, such as those related to relationships, substance use, physical health, and job, money, legal, or housing stress.

Making sure government, public health, healthcare, employers, education, the media and community organizations are working together is important for preventing suicide. Public health departments can bring together these partners to focus on comprehensive state and community efforts with the greatest likelihood of preventing suicide.

What we can do: states and communities can: Identify and support people at risk of suicide.

Teach coping and problem-solving skills to help people manage challenges with their relationships, jobs, health, or other concerns.

Promote safe and supportive environments. This includes safely storing medications and firearms to reduce access among people at risk.

Offer activities that bring people together so they feel connected and not alone.

Connect people at risk to ef-

fective and coordinated mental and physical healthcare.

Expand options for temporary help for those struggling to make ends meet.

Prevent future risk of suicide among those who have lost a loved one to suicide.

Due to the increase in suicides nationally, the FCC established "988" in October 2021 as the new hotline number that is easy to remember and dial for anyone seeking help and will be quickly directed to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

Officials said the reason for the change is that there are more phones in United States than there are people, and each phone needs its own phone number.

In preparation for the new “988” number for a Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, FCC some areas like ours were required to transition to ten-digit dialing to accommodate the “988” suicide line. In Tennessee two area codes 865 and 731 now must use 10-digit numbers.

Seems like a small sacrifice we must make to save a life.

PUBLIC NOTICE

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Begin receiving cattle At 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 7, 2022

Pursuant to the bylaws of the Tennessee Republican Party which govern nominations of candidates for local office the McNairy County Republican Party Executive Committee makes the following call:

Precinct meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2022 for the purPlease have your headcount turned in to us or the UT Extension Agent by Please have yourAugust headcount pose of selecting delegates and alternates for the county delegated convention Wednesday, 3, 2022. turned

Citizens of Eastview On August 4, we will elect (5) aldermen for the City of Eastview.

I sincerely and humbly ask that you cast a write-in vote for me for alderman.

Eastview has much potential as we look toward the future.

I have no agenda other than to benefit children, youth and adults in our dear little town.

Early voting runs from July 15-30.

THANKS AND GOD BLESS!

JACKIE SUGGS

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to be held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the Selmer Civic Center.

To participate as a delegate or alternate at the August 11, 2022 county delegated convention one must be in attendance and be selected as a delegate/alternate at their respective precinct meetings.

The purpose of the county delegated convention will be to select the Republican nominee for County Court Clerk to appear on the Nov. 8, 2022 ballot. The successful candidate will serve until August 31, 2026. Anyone interested in seeking the nomination should contact Chairman Jai Templeton at 731-6461083.

Precinct Meeting locations: 1st District-McNairy Fire Station (Bethel Springs, Finger, McNairy) 2nd District-Come and See Kitchen, 112 N Oak St, Adamsville (Adamsville, Lawton) 3rd District-Selmer Civic Center (Leapwood, NorthEast Selmer, Purdy) 4th District-Sulphur Springs Fire Station ( North Selmer, Rose Creek) 5th District-Ramer Civic Center (Eastview, Guys, Ramer) 6th District-Courthouse (Courthouse) 7th District-Michie Civic Center (Michie, Stantonville)

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022

McNairy County Staycation 2022

A letter from County Mayoral Candidate Clifford Wynn A

s we draw closer to Election Day on August 4th, it’s not unusual for candidates in a political race to fabricate stories about their opponent in order to sway voters over to their side for the win! I am a believer that “integrity is not who we say we are but who we really are”. Integrity is how we act, how we carry ourselves, and how we treat one another. With that said, I have no interest in assassinating the character of a fellow candidate. I do, however, have an interest in addressing you, the people of McNairy County, with truth about things that have been said in an effort to assassinate my character.

First and foremost, when it comes to the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag, I absolutely honor it and believe in the ideals that it stands for.

The pledge is a promise that we will be a part of a people that will be “ONE” nation, not divided by or broken up by parities, under God, and free to make choices and be fair to all people.

Placing our hands over our hearts is merely an affirmation of that promise. It is when we do not adhere to or act on that promise dishonors what the flag represents. The pledge speaks to one of the slogans I’ve used to run on, “Representing People, Not Parties”.

I double-dog dare you to say it right now and listen to yourself carefully when you say we should be “one nation” and that we should achieve “justice” for all, you will see my slogan aligns with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secondly, when it comes to my political status, understand that I am running as an Independent. There is no hidden agenda; I am not stating that I am running independently as a cover for any other political party. It is the personal agendas of those political parties that have kept us divided. I am running to serve “all people” in McNairy County. Therefore I must be open to share with, hear the concerns of, serve and represent not just certain groups of people – not just Democrats, not just

Republicans, men/women or certain ethnic groups – but ALL people.

Finally, as it relates to my personal life, be it my past, present, or future, in no way have I ever been, ever professed to be, or ever will be perfect. However, I strive day-in-and-day-out to live righteously before God and people, that He be glorified, and people be edified.

Whether it’s my past, present, or future, I have provided for and protected my family and the things that God has entrusted me with spiritually, financially, and emotionally.

I pray I have addressed anything and everything that may have been said to attack my character that would concern you, the people of McNairy County. I leave you with this: Remember, we are better together! As you go cast your vote, do not allow parties to keep us separated and divided, let us come together in unity in order to move McNairy County forward for this generation, the next generation, and generations to come!

Paid for by Clifford Wynn

Vote to Win with

Pastor Billy Patterson

Union Grove Methodist

“Where Christ is served and people are loved”

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nion Grove Methodist Church holds services on Sundays beginning at 10:20 a.m. with a Sunday morning Bible lesson. At 11:20 a.m. Pastor Billy Patterson shares a message based on God's word.

Saturday mornings a Bible Study group meets at 7:30 a.m. to study scriptures in the Bible. It is followed by a time of prayer where people in the church and community are lifted up. Pastor Patterson recently received his license for pastoral ministry at a service of licensing, commissioning and ordi-

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nation in Memphis. It was the first of such services in the new Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Billy, his wife Dayna and daughter Maggie are happy to call both Union Grove and Sulphur Springs Methodist churches home as he pastors at both churches.

We invite all who have needs to join us and give God the praise.

For more information about our church located on Pleasant Site Road, Selmer, call Judy at 731610-3482 or Bro. Billy at 731-879-6921.

Representing

People NOT Parties

Paid for by Clifford Wynn

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McNairy County Nutritional Services staff training T he McNairy County Department of Nutritional Services hosted over 50 employees during a training session held at McNairy Central High School on Tuesday, July 19.

A portion of the training focused on fire extinguisher training performed by Selmer Fire Chief Anthony Carr and Selmer Fireman Matthew Moore. The two firemen worked with each employee to show how to extinguish a fire simulating one they might encounter in a cafeteria.

“Schools no longer have deep fryers, they have what they call steamers which does

the same thing. There is an ANSUL system in the schools. ANSUL has been around since 1940.

In the event of a fire the staff can just go over to the wall, pull the pin and it will activate the ANSUL system. If that does not put it out, every school has a silver fire extinguisher called A-K or purple K,” said Carr.

The staff was trained to use the silver extinguisher to put out any fire in the cafeteria the ANSUL system does not.

The firemen simulated a staff member walking up on a fire and extinguishing a grease fire.

According to Gayle Brooks, Director of Nu-

tritional Services, twice a year the school has fire suppression staff that come and inspect the ANSUL system. The system shuts down any power and suppresses a fire. Brooks said not having deep fryers has helped a lot with a risk of fire.

Annually all the hoods in the kitchens are cleaned by professional staff. “There is so much that is hidden and staff do not know about. With many new staff members, we needed this training to expose them to things they may run into,” Brooks said.

The staff were engaged and did a great

job putting out the simulated fire, according to Carr.

Bobcat Band Exhibition Night & Fundraiser

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he McNairy Central High School Bobcat Band will hold its Annual Exhibition Night and fundraiser on Thursday, July 21, starting at 4 p.m. with exhibition beginning at 8 p.m.

Come down to the MCHS Band Field to get a chance to see the progress the band members have made in the last two weeks of band camp.

The percussion section will also start serving burgers, chips and drinks for $5 starting at 4 p.m. to fundraise for the percussion and colorguard. The colorguard will host a bake sale.

Everyone is invited to come out and support the MCHS band.

CAB's 13th annual Back-to-School Fest a success

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Vote Kevin Howell

2nd District School Board on August 4th Paid for by Kevin Howell

he 13th annual Back-to-School Fest sponsored by the McNairy County Community Advisory Board was a great success last Saturday.

Each county in Tennessee has a Community Advisory Board, an independent local advisory board made up of families, local public agencies, schools, health departments, health care supervisors and more representatives as needed under the TN Department of Children's Services.

The CAB sponsors events to help at-risk children and families in

McNairy County through collaboration like meals for Foster parents, books for children, urgent items for children being located to foster care, school supplies, etc.

Providing school supplies, for example, is possible due to the generosity of many individuals, organizations and businesses who donated school supplies. “I appreciate each and every person or business that helped in any way,” said Pamela Carroll, BTS coordinator, Community Advisory Board.

“From all the vendors that donated school supplies, to the volunteers

that packed the bags on Friday, and the ones that handed them out at Selmer City Park on Saturday, I am grateful.”

Approximately 450 bags were stuffed with over 300 given away on Saturday. The remaining bags are at the Selmer Community Center in the gym and can be picked up until all supplies run out.

The CAB is responsible for identifying areas of need for the county and working to fill those needs. The committee meets monthly with representatives of the state to determine priorities for the community.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2022

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Local Republicans host Reagan Day Dinner

he Republican Party of McNairy County held their 2022 Reagan Day Dinner on Thursday, July 7, bring-

ing together a capacity crowd to celebrate local nominees. State Chairman Scott Golden, Congressman David Kustoff

Re-Elect Larry Smith McNairy County Mayor

Proven Leadership in Education I started my public service career as a McNairy County School Board member, serving for 14 years. Education always has been a priority for me.

I support the hardworking and dedicated teachers of McNairy County. The importance of our educators and the impact they have on future generations cannot be overstated.

I am committed to ensuring that our county’s children get the best and safest education we can provide.

During our past 4 years, we have:

Provided an additional $1.2 million dollars annually above what the State of Tennessee mandates to support our schools

Provided personal protective equipment (PPE) for students and staff

Secured a grant for a FEMA-rated saferoom at the Selmer Elementary School Provided a county approved plan to expand our School Resource Officer Program to include an officer at each school in the county

I will continue to do all I can to make sure that McNairy County has a safe and resilient school system for our children and our teachers.

I appreciate your consideration in this election. Let’s continue McNairy County’s path forward for our future generations.

Remember to vote.

EARLY VOTING: JULY 15 – JULY 30 ELECTION DAY: AUGUST 4

and Representative Ron Gant were phenomenal and motivated the crowd.

It was also a night of remembrance as they

honored the memory of long time County Court Clerk Ronnie Price who was the epitome of public service.