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How public art initiative drives tourism in Selmer n Calling artists for Mural III

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rts in McNairy has long understood that public art has transformed downtown Selmer into a music heritage and cultural tourism destination. Two Rockabilly murals, previously commissioned, are advancing the community in more ways than you may realize.

AiM, a nonprofit arts agency serving McNairy County and Southwest Tennessee, is seeking proposals for the design and creation of a third mural in the Rockabilly Highway public art initiative.

Since 2009 the project has yielded the iconic Rockabilly Highway Murals I and II, by artist Brian Tull, and various other works of public art that have received international attention and garnered widespread praise in

the arts, tourism, and placemaking communities.

Here is how the initiative is taking the city's art scene and its public places to the next level. Artists are requested to submit professional resumes and design proposals for an outdoor mural celebrating Arts in McNairy's 20th anniversary and building on the existing musical heritage theme. All proposals will meet or exceed the creative and professional standards of past installations. All proposals will be reviewed by a selection panel appointed by the Arts in McNairy Board. The project will be jointly overseen by the agency's Visual Arts and Traditional Arts Chairs.

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Randy Stanfield Named McNairy County Young Farmer of the Year LEBANON, Tenn. July 16, 2022 – Young farmer Randy Stanfield was named McNairy County’s winner in the Tennessee Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) Achievement Award contest. Randy was named county winner based upon his farm and financial records from 2021, in addition to his leadership on the farm, in his community and in Farm Bureau.

Randy helps operate his family’s 4th generation farm. As of 2021, he has raised his

16th crop on the 1250 acres he farms where he, his brother and father produce a mixture of corn, cotton, and soybeans. He also runs a cattle herd, and his pasture and hay ground acres have increased with the size of his herd. Randy holds many leadership positions on a variety of agriculture boards in the area.

For this achievement, Randy receives $200 cash from Tennessee Farm Bureau and Service Companies. Randy was in the top ten for State Young Farmer of the Year.

Randy, Molly, Hunter and John Luke Stanfield with Farm Bureau president Eric Mayberry.

WHO activated highest alert for monkeypox outbreak n U.S. reaches a critical moment to contain monkeypox

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he World Health Organization has activated its highest alert level for the growing monkeypox outbreak, declaring the virus a public health emergency of international concern.

Shelby County reported its first confirmed case of monkeypox on Monday, July 25, marking the 18th reported case in Tennessee.

The CDC had reported 2,891 cases of monkeypox in the U.S. – a number more than 10 times higher than a month ago.

Unlike COVID, monkeypox was already a known quantity to researchers before the current outbreak. The disease was first discovered in humans more than 50 years ago, and its similarity to smallpox means smallpox treatments and vaccines are also effective against monkeypox. The U.S. has millions of doses already stockpiled.

The rare designation means the WHO now views the outbreak as a significant enough threat to global health that a coordinated

international response is needed to prevent the virus from spreading further and potentially escalating into a pandemic.

Although the declaration does not impose requirements on national governments, it serves as an urgent call for action. The WHO can only issue guidance and recommendations to its member states, not mandates. Member states are required to report events that pose a threat to global health.

Epidemiologists and public health experts warn the U.S. is running out of time to contain a monkeypox outbreak that has infected nearly 3,000 Americans.

According to an article in NPR, "We're losing daylight," UCLA epidemiologist Anne Rimoin, who has studied monkeypox for decades.” "Every day that we aren't continuing to push forward on all fronts, the less likely it is that we will be able to contain it."

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NEWS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022

Tennessee sales tax holiday begins July 29

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ennessee’s traditional sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies, and computers will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 29, 2022, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 31, 2022.

All clothing, school, and art supplies under $100 per item are exempt from tax.

Supplies include almost everything a student might need in the classroom, including backpacks, binders, books, crayons, pens, pencils, rulers, paints, glue, and paintbrushes.

Shoppers will get a break on some big-ticket items like computers and tablets, not paying tax on any computer, laptop, or tablet that costs $1,500 or less.

Tennessee has a seven percent state sales tax rate which is a significant savings for items like computers.

Diapers and baby clothes are included in the tax-free weekend as well.

Some basic items including socks, underwear, running shoes, pajamas, workout clothes, bras — things you need but might not think about restocking.

Online shopping is allowed if meeting criteria.

Tax-free weekend 2022 will allow you to shop online for qualifying items if the following apply: You complete your purchase (including pay-

ment) during your state’s tax-free weekend.

The retailer you shop online with is actively doing business in your state during tax-free weekend.

Items you purchase qualify and meet the terms for tax-free status.

You live in the participating state. This is usually determined by your shipping/billing address.

What will I still have to pay taxes on in Tennessee?

Any school supply item or piece of clothing that

costs over $100 will still include taxes. Clothing apparel that comes in pairs, such as shoes, can not be split up to stay beneath the $100 limit.

Also, shoppers will still have to pay taxes on items such as jewelry, handbags, or sports and recreational equipment.

Likewise, school supplies that are normally sold together cannot be split up to get under that $100 maximum.

Any storage media such as flash drives and

compact discs, individually purchased software, printers, printer supplies, and household appliances will also still include tax.

Some things you might expect to be tax-free are not part of the sales tax holiday: There are a number of things you might be surprised to find out are not tax-free during the holiday, including some clothing items like belts and belt buckles.

Protective equipment

like respirators, masks, goggles, and helmets are not exempt. Items for human wear and designed as protection of the wearer against injury or disease or as protections against damage or injury of other persons or property but not suitable for general use will be taxed.

Basic computer software purchased with a bundled system is exempt. However, individually purchased software and upgraded soft-

ware purchased with a bundled system are taxable. Computer storage media (diskettes, compact disks), handheld electronic schedulers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), computer printers, and printer supplies (printer paper, printer ink) are not included in the sales tax holiday.

For more information: https://www.tn.gov/revenue/taxes/sales-anduse-tax/sales-tax-holiday/sth-traditional.html.

State fee waived on vehicle registrations for one year

By Janet Rail Publisher

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I appreciate your vote and continued support

fter the state legislature passed a budget that waives vehicle tag renewal fees, Tennessee residents will enjoy a free ride for a year on the state government.

License renewals $23.75 state fee will come free of charge from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. McNairy County residents, for

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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Class A and Class B license renewals, will only pay $5.25 of the precious $29.00 license renewal fee for a standard plate, according to Janet Miller, Deputy Clerk, McNairy County Clerk Office.

“This does not apply to new vehicle registration,” said Miller. “If you have a vehicle that has not run over 90 days, you will get the $5.25 tag if you do not change the class of the vehicle, otherwise, the costs will be higher,” Miller said. This reduction will not impact the county budget.

Under a new state law, the Tennessee General Assembly has waived state registration fees for Class A and Class B motor vehicles, for renewals after July 1, 2022 and before June 30, 2023.

Class A includes motorcycles and autocycles and Class B includes passenger motor vehicles and motor homes.

The state portion of the fee that is waived under this law is $16.75 for

Class A and $23.75 for Class B. Other fees that are earmarked for safety and system improvement purposes, as well as the additional electric vehicle registration fee and county fees, are not waived under the new law.

“We want to make sure motorists are aware they will not pay this state registration fee when they renew their registration during the next fiscal year,” Revenue Commissioner David Gerregano said. “However, other fees may still apply. Be sure to check with your local county clerk, as applicable fees do vary.”

The Department of Revenue is responsible for the administration of state tax laws and motor vehicle title and registration laws and the collection of taxes and fees associated with those laws.

The department collects about 87 percent of total state revenue. During the 2021 fiscal year, it collected $18.4 billion in state taxes and fees and more than $3.7 billion in taxes and fees for local governments. To learn more about the department, visit www.tn.gov/revenue.

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HOW PUBLIC..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................From page 1 The total budget for the ing inductees to the Mc- art initiative sponsored tural tourism prospects; sidered. Tennessee artist ard Brown's 1950 Ford project is $21,000 which Nairy County Music Hall by Arts in McNairy num- and contribute to the so- are preferred but out of 2-door custom with a includes all fees for de- of Fame; the McNairy bers among the agency's cial and economic vitality state proposals are not strong sense of the peribarred from submission. od building on the musisign and creation of the County Historical Mu- most popular public pro- of downtown.

The site of the installaApplication require- cal heritage and Rockamural. seum; the county court- grams over the last twenDowntown Selmer, house and various other ty years. In 2021, a third tion will be the southwest ments can be request- billy Highway themes. mural was proposed to facing wall of Tru-Saver ed from artsinmcnairy@ Hopes are Mural III, Tennesssee is home to cultural tourism assets. the historic Latta VisiA successful mural pro- celebrate the organiza- Hardware, 172 Hous- gmail.com. Deadline for will further build on the tors and Culture Cen- posal will integrate easily tion's contributions to cre- ton Ave., Selmer. The proposals is August 30, Rockabilly theme and ter; Rockabilly Park and into the described environ- ative community building dimensions of the mu- 2022. All phases of mu- bring new life to yet anral surface are approxi- ral design and installa- other block of downtown Farmer's Market; a Ten- ment, compliment creative in McNairy County.

The organization and mately 80' x 25'. The mu- tion must be completed Selmer. nessee Department of placemaking efforts in the The Tennessee Arts Tourism Development area, and pay tribute to community hopes to en- ralist will utilize all, or the by June 1, 2023.

Mural I is located at Community Rural Arts Music Pathways desti- the region's rich cultural hance the visual appeal majority, of the available nation marker; Rocka- heritage. Visual reference of downtown; promote space. Muralist will guar- 124 West Court Avenue Project Support grant will billy Mural I & II and a materials may be pro- the region's cultural antee the work against and Second Street (view- cover almost $14,000 of number of other public vided to artists by Arts in strengths; spark interest peeling, fading and all able from Highway 45 the project. The rest will art installations; the Mc- McNairy's Traditional Arts in local music history; defects of materials or south). It was completed come from existing funds engender pride among workmanship for a peri- in 2009 in conjunction of and new monies raised Nairy County Trail of Committee upon request.

The ongoing public residents; improve cul- od of at least five years. the naming of the Rocka- through the local camMusic Legends honorMuralist will not be held billy Highway. The mural paign. A page at gofundresponsible for damage features Nashville-based me.com was set up “Arts due to vandalism, fire or Rockabilly group Phil in McNairy new mural projnatural disaster. Arts in Hummer & The White ect” with a goal of $10,000 McNairy agrees to con- Falcons. Mural II, com- to offset some of the costs. sult the artist in the event pleted in 2012, is locatResidents are beginof repairs, maintenance ed at 109 West Court ning to understand the or modification should Avenue (viewable from direct benefit public art become necessary.

Highway 45 north). The can bring to their busiProfessional and am- mural features vocalist nesses and how importateur artists will be con- Eileen Rose and Leon- ant it is to support it.

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Drug and alcohol rehabilitation and education

By Alina Snowden Denham Springs, La.

Addiction can be found anywhere. It affects all walks of life. When faced with a loved one struggling with addiction, some families avoid the topic, while others deny there is a problem and some may get angry. There are more beneficial ways to handle your loved one than reacting in one of those three ways.

Here’s why.

Avoiding and/or denial isn’t going to change anything. Avoiding the situation is only going to cause it to get worse. Denying it is only going to cause you more worry. If you suspect or know your loved one is using drugs, avoiding, or denying the situation doesn’t help them or you.

It can make an addict feel as if you didn’t care enough to see they were struggling when you knew the whole

time. They may feel you didn’t want to confront the situation.

Another thing that doesn’t help is getting angry. Yelling at them to just “say no,” isn’t going to resonate with an addict. You must be as calm and rational as possible. The situation is extremely stressful and scary, so is important to be as understanding as you can.

Compassionate is going to go much further in resolving things than will anger, avoidance, or denial.

The first thing you should do is make sure your suspicions are right. You can drug test them and look for paraphernalia. It’s also important to know the signs and symptoms of the different types of drugs and substances someone can abuse. Once your suspicions are confirmed, it is time to act.

Finding out your loved one is using drugs or abusing alcohol is difficult and

scary. It is vital for you to understand the treatment options which area available. Making sure you find the best treatment center that will work based on your family’s resources is important. Having a place picked out and ready for them to arrive is key. Waiting can be dangerous. You never know when someone might take their last sip of alcohol or last dose of whatever drug they are using. Acting fast, especially if they are willing is vitally important to getting your loved one help quickly.

If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, reach out for help before it’s too late. We help people all over the US find treatment and end the web that traps someone in addiction.

To read more on the subject, visit:https://www.narcononnewliferetreat.org/ blog/the-mistakes-of-thefamilies-of-an-addict.html.

U.S. officials have already expanded testing, made tens of thousands of vaccines available and made plans to release another 1.6 million doses in the coming months. Despite limited testing, case numbers have grown so rapidly in recent weeks that a larger response may be necessary to contain the outbreak, experts say – if containment is still possible.

Monkeypox can look different than what doctors thought. Discussions represent a change of tone from the beginning of the outbreak in May. Then, there were only a handful of cases outside of Africa, where the disease is endemic, and health officials in the U.S. and around the world expressed confidence that the disease was containable.

The CDC had tests available before this outbreak began – a significant difference from COVID-19 – but experts have complained that the agency is testing cases at too slow a pace.

The Biden administration began shipping tests to commercial laboratories in late June, with the expectation that testing capacity would be "ramped up" through the month of July. Experts say prevention is critical.

Monkeypox has a long incubation period. After an initial ex-

posure, it can be weeks before symptoms develop. Robust contact tracing efforts could help people exposed to monkeypox isolate and seek tests or vaccines before symptoms appear.

The virus most often spreads through prolonged physical contact. It is not a sexually transmitted disease; it can spread through non-sexual physical contact, or by handling clothes or bedding used by an infected person. The disease can also spread via respiratory droplets.

Like in other Western countries, the outbreak in the U.S. has mostly affected men who have sex with other men. But the CDC has also reported infections in a small number of cisgender women. And on Friday, the agency announced the outbreak's first documented cases in children – a toddler in California and an infant whose family was traveling in Washington, D.C. Researchers are quick to point out that the two diseases are very different. They belong to different families of virus and require different levels of contact to spread.

Overall, COVID is more transmissible. Monkeypox isn't like COVID-19 — and that's a good thing.

Public health officials and epidemiologists alike say that containment could be within reach.

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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Herbicide resistant weeds and grasses pose another challenge to area growers

By Jai Templeton Contributor

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erbicide resistant weeds and grasses have kept producers, chemical companies and scientist in a scramble for several years. Some are even wondering if many of our common technologies are soon to outlive their usefulness. Recently developed chemistries are even finding themselves being resisted by weeds.

This poses a significant challenge to farming operations of all kinds.

Yield and quality is significantly degraded if fields aren't kept clean.

Not only are resistant weeds and grasses a problem but this year's drought has intensified the issue. The goal is normally to keep fields clean and allow the plant to canopy and naturally shade out any pest.

However, the excessive

Drought and heat impacted late planted McNairy County soybean stands. heat and dry weather has not allowed this to occur in many areas.

Crops have struggled to grow. Deer damage also appears to be more

prevalent in some areas than before due to lack of lush vegetation.

Lack of rainfall contributes to what many farmers will refer to as an

inability to outgrow the deer. Deer damage is a costly problem for area farmers. In most years adequate rainfall helps the soybean plant contin-

ue to grow and outpace significant deer damage.

There will be a point that it will be cost prohibitive to keep applying chemicals to certain fields.

Drought and heat stress also compromise the ability of herbicides to have the intended impact on targeted weeds and grasses. Just like crops unwanted plants go into survival mode when under stress. This will often times keep plants from absorbing herbicides thus reducing efficacy.

Pigweed and marestail have been an adversary for McNairy County farmers as well as the nation for the past several years. Certain grasses have crept into the equation over the past few years. Farmers utilize different technologies and techniques to manage weed and grass control but this is the year that despite best efforts there will be some control issues.

The 2022 drought is making a difficult and expensive year even more challenging.

The Worst Architectural Crime in Tennessee History

By Bill Carey

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n December 5, 1900, an advertisement appeared on page 5 of the Nashville American advertising “building stone” for sale near the Corner of Eighth Avenue and Church Street.

This tiny ad pinpoints the date of the worst architectural crime in Tennessee history. You see, the stones were all that was left of the home of President James K. Polk.

Our eleventh president accomplished much during his fouryear term from 1845 until 1849. Through the Mexican-American War and direct purchase from Great Britain, he acquired more than a million square miles of land for the United States, including the states of Tex-

as, California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada and others. He lowered the tariff on goods that were imported into the United States. He oversaw the process under which the first U.S. postage stamp was issued.

The naval academy was created during his presidency.

At only 53, Polk was the youngest former president in American history. He looked forward to retiring at Polk Place, a home in the heart of Nashville that he and his wife had acquired from his late mentor, Felix Grundy. But it was not to be.

On June 15, 1849 — only 103 days after leaving office — Polk died of cholera. At first his body was buried at Nashville’s City Cemetery, but it was later moved to a grave

in the front yard of Polk Place.

Sarah Childress Polk wore black (to show she was in mourning) every day for the rest of her life.

But she remained one of Nashville’s most highly respected citizens for the next 42 years.

Polk Place was revered by people from every political persuasion. During the Civil War, the home and grounds were considered neutral ground.

In spite of the fact that she had nephews fighting on the Confederate side, Union Generals Buell and Grant frequently paid their respects to the former first lady.

Mrs. Polk didn’t venture out much, other than attending weekly church services at the First Presbyterian Church three blocks away (where a pew still bears

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!

An article from Page 12 of November 3, 1900, Nashville American about the tearing down of the Polk Place Mansion. her name). Instead, people of all types called on her. In the 1870s and 1880s, all members of the Tennessee General Assembly would come to Polk Place after the legislature dismissed.

Mrs. Polk died in 1891.

What followed was a legal dispute centered on James K. Polk’s will, and eventually that will was declared invalid.

The state of Tennessee nearly acquired Polk Place and made it the governor’s mansion (at the time, the governor of Tennessee stayed in a hotel room). But that did not occur; instead, on September 19, 1893, the state had the graves of

President and Mrs. Polk dug up and moved to the grounds of the Tennessee State Capitol.

Another several years of argument ensued, during which the Polk Place mansion fell into even more disrepair.

Then, on February 5, 1898, the Davidson County Chancery Court auctioned the Polk Place home and grounds for $15,000.

Eventually, the land ended up in the hands of a developer named J. Craig McClanahan who tore down the Polk Place mansion and built a six story apartment building on the site.

All of this may make

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!

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you wonder about the Polk Home and museum in Maury County. Built in 1816 by the president’s father Samuel Polk, James K. Polk lived in the Columbia house for about six years, when he was a young lawyer.

The Columbia house remained in the Polk family until 1871. Thanks to donations by several people, including President Polk’s grand niece, the Columbia home was acquired by the state in 1929 and set aside as a museum.

I highly recommend a visit to the James K. Polk Home in Columbia.

A few weeks ago I held an inservice there which was attended by about 35 teachers and the tour guides there were wonderful. In fact, there are several pieces of furniture and artwork in the Columbia house that Mrs. Polk kept at Polk Place – so I’m happy to report that the former president’s possessions are worth more to us now than they were in December 1900.

Bill Carey is the founder of Tennessee History for Kids, a non-profit organization that helps teachers cover social studies.

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OBITUARIES

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022

Reba Joyce Raines Price August 10, 1934 July 20, 2022

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oyce Raines Price was born August 10, 1934 in Stantonville, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Harry T. and Margaret Emma Blanton Raines.

She was united in marriage to Melvin D. Price on November 22, 1952. Mr. Price preceded her in death on December 8, 2007.

Mrs. Price always enjoyed playing basketball, raising show cows, working word search, reading, working jigsaw puzzles, being around animals, bowling and spending time with family and traveling.

She enjoyed listening to Christian and gospel music, going outside, watching Hallmark, NCIS, Criminal Minds, and Survivor.

She loved spending time with grandkids and great grandkids attending their sport events and any other activities.

She was a member of Aldersgate Methodist Church in Memphis, Tenn., and had attended Stantonville Methodist Church.

She loved being involved in church and the Ladies Auxiliary.

Wayne T. Higginbottom October 21, 1930 July 24, 2022 Mrs. Price departed this life on July 20, 2022 in Bartlett, Tennessee, at the age of 87 Years, 11 Months, 10 Days.

She is survived by three daughters, Lisa Reynolds of Eads, Tenn., Sherry Jacobi and husband Dave of Lakeland, Tenn., Cindy Hester of Bartlett, Tenn.; four grandchildren, Nathan Reynolds, Devin Martin, Savanna Jacobi, Mason Hester; five great grandchildren, Kylee Reynolds, Lucas Reynolds, Bennett Reynolds, Emma Reynolds, Leo Martin; a special friend, Amelia Reynolds; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Price was preceded in death by a brother, Harold D. Raines; a granddaughter, Winter Reynolds.

Services were held on July 23, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Roger South officiating. Burial followed in the Stantonville Cemetery at Stantonville, Tenn.

Curry Lockman Hendrix March 18, 1938 July 20, 2022

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urry Lockman Hendrix, age 84, of Selmer, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022, in Adamsville, Tenn. Mr. Hendrix was from Bethel Springs, Tennessee, and was born on March 18, 1938 in Jackson, Tenn. Curry was the son of Curry Lee Hendrix and Minnie Marie (Agnew) Hendrix of Bethel Springs, Tenn.

Mr. Hendrix graduated from Bethel Springs High School in 1956 and later graduated from Bethel University in 1960 with a Bachelor of Education degree.

He later graduated from the University of Ole Miss in 1964 with a Masters of Education plus Forty-Five (EdS).

Mr. Hendrix was a

lifelong lover of Education, Travel, Trains and Teaching. His professional career spanned his lifetime as an educator. He began teaching in the McNairy County Education System in 1961 at Selmer High School and retired from McNairy Central High School in 1998. Over the span of his teaching career in the McNairy County School System, Curry taught and educated over 5,000 students, many of whom referred to him as their favorite teacher. He also taught for Jackson State Community College and the University of Tennessee at Martin until 2020, teaching and touching

W

ayne T. Higginbottom was born October 21, 1930 in McNairy County, Tennessee, the son of the late Samuel and Vio Tull Higginbottom.

Mr. Higginbottom graduated from Selmer High School. Following graduation he joined the United States Navy and served in the Korean Conflict. Mr. Higginbottom retired from the Tennessee Division of Forestry and also farmed. Reading, walking his property and watching wildlife, going to the mountains and Pickwick to see the eagles, and listening to bluegrass were some of Mr. Higginbottom's favorite activities. He was also the family historian and enjoyed "roaming" wherever the road might take him. Thursdays were always reserved for "loafing." Mr. Higginbottom was a faithful member of the Fourth Street church of Christ in Selmer and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Mr. Higginbottom departed this life on July 24, 2022 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 91 Years, 9 Months, 3 Days.

He is survived by three daughters:Patricia

the lives of countless other students. His mathematical mind, sense of humor, quick wit, and excitement for learning was evident to anyone who knew him and qualified him as not only a one-of-a-kind teacher but a one of a kind human. He exemplified a positive attitude no matter the circumstance and expected that from his children.

He was a long-time member of the Mount Sharon Presbyterian Church and his love for the Lord was evident to all who knew him and he truly was a light unto the world.

Mr. Hendrix is survived by a large loving family to include his wife, Judy Carolyn Hendrix of Selmer, Tenn., daughter, Connie Janette Redmon (Barry) of Selmer, Tenn., son, Bradley Jay Hendrix (Laura) of Henderson, Nev., and son, Jonathan Andrew Hendrix

Tommy Joe Moore March 15, 1952 July 23, 2022

McCullar and husband Jacky and Cathy Higginbottom, all of Selmer, Tenn. and Linda Higginbottom and companion Randy McEoin of Riverside, CA; a son, Gary Higginbottom and companion Gina Hamm of Selmer, Tenn.; eight grandchildren: Jay Johnson and wife Amanda, Trisha Hurst and husband Brian, Nathan Locke, Duane Commiato, Randi Willis, Stephen McCullar, Michael McCullar, and Matthew McCullar; four great-grandchildren: Kaylee Hurst, Hazel Locke, Dax Commiato, and Ethan Commiato; a sister, Jo Doris Phillips of Cedar Park, Texas,; and many extended family and friends.

Services were held on July 27, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Brian Stephens and Jay Johnson officiating. Burial with military honors followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tenn.

Memorials may be made to a veteran's organization of the donor's choice or the Fourth Street church of Christ.

(Jeana) of Franklin, Tenn., and stepson, Greg Martin (Rachael) of Stantonville, Tenn.

His nine grandchildren are Sara Beth Redmon, Tyler Redmon (Libby), Landon Redmon (Emily), Emily Belknap (Jeff), Dalton Hendrix, Catherine and Madeline Hendrix, Drew and Jake Martin along with two greats Evelyn and Charlotte Redmon.

His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the joy and pride of his life.

In addition, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Jo Ann (Barham) Hendrix of Selmer, Tenn.

Services were held on July 24, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, Rickey Mitchell, Oscar White, Joey Johnson officiated. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens in Bethel Springs, Tenn.

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ommy Joe Moore was born March 15, 1952 in McNairy County, Tennessee, the son of the late Otis and Mary Etta Yarbrough Moore.

He was united in marriage to Kathy Landreth on April 25, 1975.

Tommy Joe was a member of Solitude Free Will Baptist Church. For over 25 years, he drove for Aqua Glass in Adamsville, Tennessee.

He enjoyed watching the Andy Griffith show, westerns and driving fast cars. He loved spending time with his grandsons exploring and playing Army men.

Mr. Moore departed this life on July 23, 2022 in Adamsville, Tennessee, at the age of 70 Years, 4 Months, 8 Days.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Kathy Moore of Adamsville, Tenn.; a

daughter, Tammye Hight and husband Ted of Michie, Tenn.; two grandsons, Noah and Nathan Hight both of Michie, Tenn.; a brother, Jerry Moore and wife Brenda of Covington, Tenn.; a sister, Edna Murray of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Moore was preceded in death by four brothers, Jesse Neal (Oneal) Moore, Marshall Glean Moore, John Ross Moore, and James Otis Moore.

Services were held on July 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville in Adamsville, Tennessee, with Marvin Morrow, Carl Hughes officiating. Burial followed in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Adamsville, Tenn.

William “Bill” Smith October 4, 1959 July 20, 2022

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illiam “Bill” Smith, 62, of Jonesboro, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. He had lived in Jonesboro since 1992, moving here from Houston, Texas.

He was born on October 4, 1959, to William Douglas and Lura Evelyn Smith in Selmer.

Tennessee.

He was of the Baptist belief. Bill enjoyed outside activities, especially fishing and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was a lead man and truck driver for AAA Cooper for many years.

He was preceded in death by his father and one infant brother.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Cheryl Smith, of the home; daughter, Wendy Henderson and husband,

Jake of Jonesboro; mother, Lura Evelyn Jones and husband Bob of Adamsville, Tenn.; brother, Jimmy Wayne Sweat of Fairfield, Ill.; three grandchildren, Abbigail, Jocelynn, and Brayden and a host of family and friends.

For lasting memorials, please consider St. Jude Children’s Research, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee, 38105 donors@stjude. org, or John 3:16 Ministries, Charlotte, Arkansas, 72522.

Services were held on July 24, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Daniel Holt officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Vinson Cemetery at Stantonville, 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 4Tuesdays & 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.

FIRST FRIDAY August 54The McNairy County Chamber of Commerce announced First Friday, August 5, downtown Selmer. Shops remain open from 5 to 8 p.m. with live music, special offers and more. This is a monthly event and all are welcome to stroll the streets, support local businesses and have a great time.

CHAMBER COFFEE AT THE HOME AND MUSEUM OF THE LEGENDARY SHERIFF BUFORD PUSSER August 124The McNairy County Chamber of Commerce will host a Chamber Coffee at the Home and Museum of the Legendary Sheriff Buford Pusser on Friday, August 12 startign

at 9 a.m. This is an excellent business networking event. Everyone is invited.

MCNAIRY COUNTY CHAMBER AND TOURISM WILL HOST A LADIES’ LUNCHEON August 254The McNairy County Chamber of Commerce will host a Ladies’ Luncheon at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 25 at the Latta building. Hannah’s Kitchen will be catering for the event.

Reserve your tickets today by calling Jessica at 731-645-6360.

More details coming soon.

NEEDLES N PINS QUILTERS CHAMBER COFFEE MCNAIRY COUNTY MUSEUM August 314The McNairy County

Chamber will host a Chamber Coffee at the McNairy County Historical Museum for Needles N Pins Quilters on Wednesday, August 31 starting at 9 a.m. This is an excellent business networking event. Everyone is invited.

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 731645-3799 or 731-610-6600 or email: womenofcourage3@gmail.com.

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"Natural selection," Dud said, proudly. "Survival of the fittest. Yes, I decided to spend my morning in Darwinian• Cpl. pursuits, Jeremy Tyler S • A1C Kassidy N. Mosier Deneen, USAF • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson • PFC Casey William Akin making the world a safer place for mankind."

• ITS Rusty Smith, U • A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF • PV2 Ashley Freeman, US Army • Spc. Allen Alexander  PFC Casey Akin  PV2 Jana Estes Mountain Spc. Robert H.Idaho Pittman,•IICpl. Dallas Nelms, DocUSMC looked at me. "He's talking like that • Preston Cross Smi • A1C Ian James Furman, View, • AA NicoleWilliam B. Ayres, US Navy  Spc. Allen Alexander  PFC Casey William Akin  Cpl. James Scott Powell• Sgt. Major Paula • Cpl. Sam Speck, U Norris • PV2 Skyler Gammill, US Army • Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett again," he said.  AA•Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy  Cpl. John M. Powell Shaun Spicher • Pvt. Justin Overton, • Pvt. Adam Gray, US Army Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC  Spc. Allen Alexander "Well,USMC Doc," said Dud, "you, of •allSgt. people,  Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett Navy  Ernest Purez, Air Force • Spc. Joseph Payne, US Army Nat. Guard • Sgt. Richard A. Sse DanielUS Gray, USMC Lance Corporal • Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC  AA Nicole B. •Ayres, should be able to appreciate what•I'm doing.

Airman Nathaniel A • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • Sgt. Rob Gray, US Army • Petty Officer Class USMC Katie Lynn  Bizzell,  Capt.

William B. 3rd Barkley, Sgt. US Joseph W. Baggett  Pvt. Samuel Bradford Ray, Army After all, you're a man of science and a • Spc. healDaniel Sullivan • Spc. William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. A1C Stephanie Lynn Griffi n, USAF Navy  Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC  Capt. William•B. Barkley, USMC  E4 Sophia Reinke er.

I'm going to rid the world of •dangerous 2nd Lt. Chad Swea Guard • Captain Dustin Hamm, USMC • Staff Dustin USAF  Sgt. Andrew W.  Petty OffiSgt. cer 3rd Blakney, Class Katie Bayless USMC Sgt. Charlie Rickman, US Army • Spc. Dakota Taylor Pittman, IIObserve."

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Lynn Bizzell, US NavyT. Byrd, USMC Petty Offi cer 3rd Isaac Class Katie  John Robinson US Navy• Spc. Robert H. •at Jeremy Thompson • Sgt. David Poole, National Guard • Staff Sgt. James Taylor Haubrich, US Air Force • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley Then Dud made another grab the air,  Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF Lynn Bizzell, US Navy  Spc. Blake Rudd • Cpl. Logan Gage W • Cpl. James Scott Powell • Col. (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF this time we could see he was snatch Staff Sgt.Mandy Susan  Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF Specialist Robert Rzasa• Cpl. John M.and • ET3 Jeremy Wilba Powell • Spc. Matthew Hemby, Army • Cpl. L.Cawley Cooper, USMC ing a mosquito out of the air.

Again he used Wiley  Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF  Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley  Sabion Sanders, USAF A1C • Pvt. Demaro • Airman Cameron B. Prater, Air Force • Sgt. Brian W. Hendrix • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army  Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC  Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF  V

eronica Sebree, Navy Chief his other hand to do something to the mos• A1C Logan James • Ernest Purez, Air Force • Sgt. Timothy Hixon • Staff Sgt. Adam Court, USAF  Spc. Mark A. Cooper,  Cpl. Mandy L.• Cooper, USMC Offi cer • Pvt. Samuel quito, Bradford Ray, Army Staff Sergeant Brian Lee Hood • Sgt. James P. CrainUS Army and then he released it. • Joseph Lloyd Willia Master Sgt. Stanle • E4 Sophia Reinke Pvt. AlexUS Johnson, Army • Tony U.S. Army  Staff Sgt.Crouse, Adam Court, USAF  Spc. Mark A. •Cooper, Army US Spc. Hector Soto, Jr., Army "I'm pulling out their drillers," •Dud said.

• Spc. Jeffrey Witos US Army • Sgt. RickyUSAF L. Jordan, USMC • Senior Aaron J. Cull U.S. Airforce  Sgt. JamesAirman P. Crain  Staff Sgt. Adam Court,  LT Kevin Shelton, Navy • Sgt. Charlie Rickman, "I figgered if I pull out enough drillers, then • Petty Officer 1st C US Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Arnold Knight • Sgt. BobbyU.S. J. Dickey  Tony Crouse, ArmyUS Army  Sgt. James P.• Crain Cpl. Jermaine Jeremy Tyler Sisk • John Robinson sooner or Air later two drillerless mosquitoes Wolford • Staff Sgt. Ryan Robinson Force ArmyArmy Officer Major James LaxRusty Smith, US Navy • C.W.3 R. Dickey, Retired  Tony Crouse,•U.S.  Sgt. BobbyJames J. Dickey US Army  ITS will get and USAFthen A1C Aidan B • Angel Rodriguez, Pettymarried Officer US Navyhave pups• and • Sgt. Joseph Lilly • Capt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army  C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired  Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey US Army  Preston Cross Smith, U.S. Air • USAF A1C Dylan K • Spc. Blake Rudd • Sgt. Michael C. Lipford -Army Service Member • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop we'll have a family of drillerless mosquitoes  Capt.

Todd Joseph Drobina, US  C.W.3 James•R. Dickey, • Jack H. Smith E5 U • Specialist Robert Spc. RitchieRetired A. McCrary Force • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC hereRzasa on Lewis Creek. Without drillers, they Army  Capt. Bonnie•Lynn Spc. Dunlop Dustin McDonald Cpl. Sam Speck, USMC• Sabion Sanders, USAF A1C • Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force won't be able to pass along yellow fever  Capt.

Bonnie Lynn Dunlop  Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC  Sgt. Shaun Spicher, USMC EDITOR’Sor NOTE: If • Veronica Sebree, Navy Chief Officer • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF • Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Force malaria to fishermen." change in status, con  Cpl. BradleySgt. Eisenhut,  Airman Christopher Ellis, Air Army  Sgt. Richard A. Ssesanga, • AlanUS Seigers, Army • JoshuaD. Lane Meek, • Master Lonnie J.USMC Ellis, Air Force Doc looked at him in a strange way. "Dud, • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy • AO3 Kevin Dewayne Mettlin, Navy • Kip Ellison  Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force ARMY • Spc. Hector Soto, Jr., Army • Cpl. Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC there's never been anyone get malaria from Force  Kip Ellison  Airman Nathaniel A. Stout • LT Kevin Shelton, • SSgt.Emily PatrickUSMC Michael Moore, Guard • PV2 Christopher Jana Estes D. Ellis, Air  Sgt. Cory Brandon theseNavy Lewis Creek mosquitoes."  Airman  Spc.Nat. Daniel Sullivan, Army Force  PV2 Jana Estes “See?" Dud said, brightly. "It's already  Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air  A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF EDITOR’S NOTE: working."

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022

CLASSIFIEDS

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

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.

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.

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.

HAVE NO FURTHER RECOURSE AGAINST THE GRANTOR, THE GRANTEE, OR THE TRUSTEE.

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

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. 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

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

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 County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: The following described real estate, situated in Michie, in the County of McNairy, State of Tennessee:

Tax ID: 137-012.02 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.

OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF HARLAN LANE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-101 have been met.

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.

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

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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Bro. Mack Lowery and the church family invite everyone out to enjoy an evening of music featuring “Old Town Tradition” and

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A “gun safe” is defined as a locking container or other enclosure equipped with a padlock, key lock, combination lock, or other locking de-

vice that is designed and intended for the secure storage of one or more firearms.

A “gun safety device” is defined as any integral device to be equipped or installed on a firearm that permits

“Rachel Womack” along with other singers.

A meal will be served starting at 5 p.m. in the church fellowship hall at 6371 Vernie Kirk Road, Pocahontas, Tenn. Singing will begin at 6 p.m.

the user to program the firearm to operate only for specified persons designated by the user through computerized locking devices or other means integral to and permanently part of the firearm.

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Tennessee is seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases

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xperts say COVID-19 is on the rise, according to CDC data. Many say that the virus is gone but current data states the contrary.

To date, there have been 2,149,540 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Tennessee, equal to 31,751 infections per 100,000 people -- compared to 26,798 infections per 100,000 people nationwide.

COVID cases in Tennessee were up 26 percent the first week of July. Statewide 8,590

cases were reported on July 5. The hospitalization rate was up by 27 percent and deaths up 14 percent.

There have been over 1 million deaths attributed to COVID-19 in the United States -- and that number continues to grow every day.

Adjusting for population, there have been a total of 309 COVID-19-related deaths for every 100,000 Americans nationwide. In Tennessee, deaths attributable to the coronavirus per capita are even more common

than they are nationwide.

Across the state, 26,780 people have died from the coronavirus, equal to about 396 deaths for every 100,000 people. Of all states -- and Washington D.C. -- Tennessee has the fourth highest death rate per capita.

The state of Tennessee is no longer reporting timely data for COVID-19 cases. According to Johns Hopkins University data, Tennessee numbers exceed 2.13 million confirmed cases and 26,722 deaths. Tennessee's positivity rate

is at 13.14 percent, well above the optimal level of 5 percent or less.

Tennessee ranks in the top four states where the percent of increase in cases in the past week are going up the most.

States with higher than average COVID-19 deaths per capita are often also home to larg-

er high-risk populations.

One such group is elder or retired Americans, who are far more likely to die from the virus than younger Americans, if infected. In Tennessee, 16 percent of the population are 65 and older. Nationwide, 16.5 percent of the population fall into that age group.

It is important for all to take precautions, get shots or boosters and protect themselves and family members from contracting the virus.

COVID-19 is not gone and is likely here to stay, at least for a while.

COVID-19 data used in the story is current as of July 13, 2022.

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2,145,765 848,886 1,382,137 2,149,540

Ford EV battery joint venture with SK finalized

By Brett Foote Ford Authority

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he largest investment in Tennessee history is coming to West Tennessee where over 6,000 skilled jobs will be developed.

Back in May of 2021, a new Ford EV battery joint venture with SK Innovation was announced – dubbed BlueOvalSK – to be built in Haywood County, Tennessee, after the two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU). Later, the companies announced that this new Ford EV battery joint venture would extend beyond the U.S. to Europe.

In the months since, SK

has expanded rapidly, announcing plans to build another production plant in China and spin off its battery business into a new company called SK On. Last September, Ford announced plans to invest billions in its new BlueOval City facility and BlueOvalSK Battery, the latter being a venture that SK is also investing heavily in. Now, more than a year after it was announced, the joint venture between these two companies has been finalized.

Ford and SK both own an equal stake in this newly formed joint venture, which will be a consolidated subsidiary of SK On. Each company will have three board

SK On has the top technology in the battery field, such as high-nickel batteries, and Ford is America’s favorite car company.

members, with a headquarters located in Georgia near

SK On’s production facility, though that location will move to BlueOval City once construction is complete. In terms of leadership, SK On’s CEO David Hahm will service as CEO, while Ford’s Jiem Cranney will be CFO. After approximately three years, the two companies will exchange those positions.

Both Ford and SK On have been holding joint workshops in an effort to figure out ways to ramp up production ahead of BlueOval City’s completion, pooling resources and also forming an additional joint venture in Turkey with Koc Holdings with a production capacity of 30 to 45 gigawatt-hours. BlueOval City will

have a production capacity of 129 gigawatt hours, though Ford announced that it it will need 140 gigawatt-hours of batteries in North America by 2030 and 240 gigawatt-hours of batteries worldwide by 2030 to support its goals.

“SK On has the top technology in the battery field, such as high-nickel batteries, and Ford is America’s favorite car company,” Hahm said.

“With the strong partnership between these two companies, we will secure unparalleled competitiveness in the global EV market.”

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Mayor Inman proposes purchasing the Prime Care building for $3.9 million

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elmer Mayor Sherry Inman presented to the Selmer Board of Aldermen a proposal to consider purchasing West Tennessee Medical Group Prime Care (Selmer) building to house all departments under one roof with a ballpark figure of $3.9 million.

Due to the need for McNairy County and Selmer to have an emergency medical facility, the City of Selmer needing a new police station, a new City Hall, a new city court room and a centralized area for payments from parks and recreation, city traffic tickets, building permits and taxes, Inman believes this purchase is an answer and will boost growth potential.

It was stated that this would be a long-term commitment for the city and a win for the town and the county, but most of all a win for citizens and industry.

This figure is contingent upon seeking an appraisal for fair market price. “This proposal is something I think we could hopefully do but I know its about the money. I just want you guys to read over that and see what you think about it,” said Inman.

According to a proposal Inman shared, This is an opportunity to get a centralized location where we can bring department under one roof and have easy access for the public to interact with various department to better serve customers.

“Instead of going into the police building next door, we could move our police over to the building and possibly our city hall, The building offers more parking for court days and meetings and is an ADA compliance facility,” said In-

man.

To finance the purchase, Inman is suggesting selling the current City Hall and the building adjacent purchased for $127,000 from the glass company for a new police department. Projected renovations of $300,000 are in the budget, according to Inman from

ARPA money that was saved from COVID last year and a possible $50,000 grant. Inman has not yet discussed with Anji Deaton regarding any money available in the budget.

“We could have more ARPA money if we can use it for this project. I feel like a drive-thru window would allow us to con-

tinue government operations safely,” said Inman.

Inman further said that Scott Garrison stated a Rural Development grant would help with the purchase and shared information on a potential grant for $50,000 mentioned earlier.

This proposal was only mentioned in the July 11 work session of the City of Selmer and not mentioned in the regular business meeting on July 12.

No action was taken and it has not come up before the board in regular session and is contingent upon further negotiations with West Tennessee Healthcare who currently owns West Tennessee Medical Group Prime Care (Selmer) on a potential sale to the city in conjunction with the renovation/building of an emergency facility on the old hospital grounds.

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McNairy County Staycation 2022

From the Family of Ronnie Price We have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and sympathy we have been shown the past few weeks. The stories of what he meant to so many, the kind words, the tributes, the food, the sharing of grief, the prayers, and the acknowledgments of his far-reaching goodness will be forever remembered with grateful hearts. Thank you all for allowing him to serve you and be your friend all these years.

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Tax holiday introduced for grocery items

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new grocery sales tax suspension this year will exempt food & food ingredients from tax, according to the Tennessee governor's website. This tax holiday will be effect from 12:01 a.m. Monday, Aug. 1 and will end at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31.

During this period, food and food ingredients may be purchased tax free. Food and food ingredients purchased from a micro market or vending machine remain subject to sales tax.

Food and Food Ingredients “Food and food ingredients” are defined as liquid, concentrated, solid, frozen, dried, or dehydrated substances that are sold to be ingested or chewed by humans and are consumed for their taste or nutritional value.

Food ingredients do not include alcoholic beverages, tobacco, candy, dietary supplements, and prepared food. For more information and examples of food and food ingredients, please see Important Notice 17-20.

The most common example of a dealer selling food and food ingredients is a grocery store.

Food and food ingredients are those items otherwise taxed at the 4% state sales tax rate plus the applicable local rate.

Reporting Exempt Sales All dealers must properly report sales made during the sales tax holiday. For the August 2022 reporting period, sales should be reported as follows: 1. Report all sales (taxable and non-taxable) on Page 1, Line

1 (Gross Sales) of the sales tax return.

2.

Report all sales of exempt food and food ingredients made during the holiday period on Schedule A, Line 10, and Schedule G – Temporary Exemptions. The information reported on Schedule A, Line 10, is required in order for the State to reimburse local governments for the loss of local sales tax resulting from the tax holiday.

This exemption will only be available for the holiday period. All retail sales of food and food ingredients made after August 31,2022, will be subject to sales tax.

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Tennessee 4-H’ers Can Now Receive College Credit at UT Knoxville

n Innovative Program Steps Up Value of the Youth Development Program KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Every 4-H’er knows the project portfolio is the culmination of years of work on the part of the youth. Whether they choose to learn in depth about what it takes to rear a calf or colt, how to manage and coordinate a garden or how to research and present a first-rate presentation, the 4-H project portfolio represents a tremendous effort on the part of senior 4-H students. Now they can get college credits for their work.

In a unique agreement between the University of Tennessee Herbert College of Agriculture and UT Extension, which oversees the statewide Tennessee 4-H Program, senior level 4-H students can now apply for college credit in 10 project areas. The currently approved projects represent coursework in the Department of Animal Science or the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications.

“I am more than thrilled to be able to announce this new collaboration between our Herbert College of Agriculture and UT Extension, said Carrie Castille, senior vice chancellor and senior vice president of the UT Institute of Agriculture. “I believe this is the first time that the dedication and in-depth knowledge of our 4-H’ers has been recognized on the college level. As a 4-H’er in my youth, I can tell you that every acknowl-

edgment is valued as students launch their academic careers."

“Of course, the students must reach certain benchmarks within each project,” says Ashley Stokes, dean of UT Extension. “We are working to add to the number of projects for which students can receive credit, but we must ensure the academic integrity of each college course and ensure that the 4-H project objectives and accomplishments line up with the college course requirements.

Our faculty and specialists have worked collaboratively to make this innovative program possible.”

The new program was announced on July 19 at the annual 4-H Roundup at UT Martin by Castille. Roundup is a five-day event during which senior level 4-H’ers present their project portfolios to panels of experts who judge the presentations and the effort surrounding each project. The top-tier projects in certain categories earn the student scholarships and Roundup participants earn bragging rights for their efforts.

Stokes expects the college credits to be available beginning Fall Semester 2022.

Through its land-grant mission of research, teaching and extension, the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture touches lives and provides Real. Life.

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JSCC nursing student receives highly selective Phi Theta Kappa scholarship n One of only 15 students selected across the country JACKSON, TENN. – Jackson State Community College Nursing Student Vanessa Greene has been selected to receive Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society’s 2022 Hurst Review NCLEX® scholarship as one of only 15 nursing students across the country.

The scholarship, funded by the national nursing exam prep company Hurst Review Services, is exclusively earmarked for PTK nursing majors who plan to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX®).

It provides students with a passcode for free use of Hurst Review study materials – a $300 value – and a $250 scholarship award to pay for the NCLEX® exam fees.

“I am both shocked and honored to receive this scholarship from PTK,” Greene said.

“Jackson State’s Nursing Program has more than prepared me to take the NCLEX, but this scholarship will assist my continued preparation for my exam and to not have to worry about paying for it either.”

Historically, the Jackson State Nursing Program has boasted a

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Red Sand Project brings awareness to 40.3 million enslaved

By Janet Rail Publisher

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ocal leaders, Justice Department personnel, deputies, jailors and health department staff take a moment to lay some red sand into the cracks of the sidewalk in the Red Sand Project Monday morning.

As estimated 40.3 million people worldwide are in slavery.

Right here in McNairy County we too have human trafficking. We

join in partnership with the 95 counties across the state and others across the world to join the movement to end human trafficking of the most vulnerable people in our communities.

This is a crisis and all need to be aware of where your children are and take action against vulnerabilities that lead to exploitation. Young people and children are most vulnerable to traps on social media and carry the greatest risk of losing their freedom.

The process of filling sidewalk cracks with red sand is a reminder of something often overlooked. The simple act of placing sand in a crack or posting a photo on social media may seem inconsequential, but small actions build upon each other to make transformational change.

Join partners of Freedom United in their mission to end modern slavery by visiting: redsandproject.org/take-action.

Over half of Tennessee counties should wear masks again, according to CDC

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ore than half of the 95 counties in Tennessee now fall under the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s high risk category for COVID-19.

That now includes 51 counties including 20 here in Middle Tennessee, according to new data released from the CDC. McNairy County is at a medium risk, according to CDC data. Many surrounding counties are at high risk according the map. If your community level is under a high risk, then everyone regardless of vaccination status is advised to wear a mask.

Additionally, they suggest you stay up-to-date on Covid vaccines and get tested if you present symptoms. Those who have are at high risk for severe illness should take extra precautions.

West Tennessee counties under high risk include: Shelby, Fayette, Hardeman, Chester, Decatur, Henderson, Madison, Haywood, Tipton, Crockett, Lauderdale, Dyer, Gibson, Obion and Weakley.

The CDC divides every county in the U.S. into three categories: high, medium and low.

If your community level is under a medium risk,

then those at high risk for severe illness should talk to their doctor about what precautions to take like wearing a mask.

Plus, folks should stay up-to-date with vaccines and get tested if you have symptoms.

If your community is at a low risk, then the CDC recommends staying up-to-date with vaccines and getting tested with symptoms.

The CDC says Tennessee’s positivity rate is now at 28.2% for the week of July 10th to 16th.

12 deaths were reported in that time period. As of July 19, 770 people are hospitalized with 113 in the ICU.

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Re-Elect Larry Smith McNairy County Mayor Positive Vision & Leadership Four years ago I proposed a new vision for McNairy County. I pledged to work hard to improve our economic status and opportunities, to enhance our safety, to increase services to our most vulnerable citizens, and to support our families.

I am proud of the work we have done and grateful to all of you who have been part of our success.

During the past four years we have increased and enhanced our services through improved planning, efficiency, successful grant applications, and being fiscally responsible.

We are doing more without new taxes or a wheel tax and while moving us from a budget deficit to being able to add an additional $2 million to fund balance. Just a few examples of our accomplishments are:

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ment for law enforcement and First Responders; free training for all First Responders;

A county approved plan to put School Resource Officers in all of our county schools; Safe Room in Selmer Elementary Funding of schools at $1.2 million over state requirement

Relocation and renovation of our Health Department Grant-provided vehicles and majority funding for MyRide, our new volunteer transportation provider for veterans and seniors.

Grant-supported funding and site preparation for Agricultural Event Center for educational, entertainment, rodeo, fund-raising and other events as well as space for ongoing workforce development, education and training McNairy County is a great place to live and work. And now we are positioned to take advantage of economic opportunities and to enrich our citizens’ quality and enjoyment of life.

Let’s stay the course. I appreciate your vote and your continued support as we create a bright future for us and for generations to come.

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