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JUNE 13, 2013
Independent
149th YEAR - NO. 6
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Who says Chester County girls can’t shoot?
John Freeland’s appeal rejected Photos by Mary Mount Dunbar, Independent
Last week, Dennis Lavon Brown of The All New Mix 93.9 FM issued a challenge to the ladies of Chester County. After seeing local musician Kimberly Helton’s pistol target with a near perfect shot grouping, he announced that Chester County ladies “can’t hit the broadside of a barn” and added that Helton must have poked holes in her target with a pencil. Helton accepted his challenge and met Brown Saturday in front of Radio Shack of Henderson. A dunking booth had been set up, and if Helton was the shot she appeared to be, Brown would soon be swimming in the tank. There was good-natured ribbing as Helton stepped to the firing line with a paintball pistol in her hand. She hit her mark four out of five tries, and Brown got the dunking he deserved. Chester County High School cheerleaders and All Star Cheerleaders were on hand to cheer Helton on to success, and the Chester County Amateur Radio Club and Silers’ BBQ were also on site. Brown recently issued a new challenge for ladies to prove their archery and rifle skill at an upcoming event.
City Board to discuss filling vacancy left by Faulkner The City of Henderson Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 13, in the council chamber of Henderson City Hall. The board will discuss the procedure of filling a vacancy on the board, left by the death of Alderman Tim Faulkner last month, and they will decided whether or not to set a meeting date for further discussion and/or action on the matter. Also on the agenda, the board will hear from Randy McKinnon of TLM to discuss the Downtown Enhancement Project and the City Park Project. Three items were continued from May for a final reading. Those items are considera-
tion of an ordinance on the final reading amending the city’s sick leave policy, consideration of an ordinance on the final reading amending the city’s travel policy, and consideration of a resolution setting the mileage rate and per diem travel allowance per the city’s travel policy. The board will also consider approval of a resolution approving an annual cost of living adjustment for employees and the standard pay scales. Also on the agenda is consideration of the passage of the 2013-2014 City Budget and Tax Rate on first reading. The tax rate will remain the same at $1.22 per $100 of See CITY, Page 2-A
According to the appeals court, the appellate judges “compared the circumstances of the present case with the circumstances of similar cases and conclude that the sentence of death in this case is proportionate to the sentences imposed in similar cases.” In the conclusion, written by Judge Thomas T. Woodall, the court found that “the sentence of death has not been imposed arbitrarily, that the evidence supports the trial court’s finding that the aggravating circumstances outweigh the mitigating circumstances beyond a reasonable doubt, and that the sentence is not See APPEAL, Page 2-A
Murrell James, former business owner, passes Eldridge Murrell James, 71, a former Henderson business owner for 25 years, died Saturday evening, June 8, 2013 at Jackson General Hospital. Funeral services were Tuesday, June 11 at Shackleford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Ronnie Geary officiating. Burial followed at Chester County Memory Gardens. (See complete obituary on page 10-A.)
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An appeal of conviction and death sentence by John T. Freeland Jr. has been rejected by the Court of Criminal Appeals at Jackson. In 2011, circuit court Judge Roy B. Morgan Jr. sentenced Freeland to death for the March 7, 2009 murder of Carolyn Ward. In a bench trial, Morgan found Freeland guilty of first degree premeditated murder, first degree murder committed in the perpetration of an especially aggravated kidnapping, especially aggravated kidnapping, and tampering with evidence. Freeland was then sentenced to death for each first degree murder conviction.
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CHESTER COUNTY INDEPENDENT • Thursday, June 13, 2013
Boomer Nation to Airlifted to the trauma center perform at June 20 Arts in the Alley H e n d e r s o n Becky Welch with Downtown Park will cards and paper crafts; be filled with music, Genie Velasquez with people and art on face painting and croThursday, June 20 for cheted hats; Micah Arts in the Alley. The Mitchell with pottery, free event will begin at paintings and draw6 p.m.; it is part of the ings; Toni Austin of summer AitA series hosted by the Henderson A r t s Commission. A group that has been popular at previous year’s AitA e v e n t s , BoomerNation will take the stage at 6 p.m. BOOMER NATION Randy Cooper and Mike Cook of Lyttlefeet Street with Jackson perform their custom bibs and burp classic and folk rock in cloths; and LaVon’s West Tennessee ven- Timeless Treasures. Those interested in ues. Special guest Rayna will perform at hosting a booth may the after-party begin- post on this event page to reserve a space. ning around 8 p.m. At each Arts in the They are encouraged Alley, vendors sell to share links to pages work that includes and photos that showitems such as sewn case their work. Hot dogs and hamcrafts, paintings, wreaths, wood cut- burgers will be availtings, altered art able for guests to purcrafts, handmade chase. Food sales help soaps and photogra- offset the costs of each Arts in the Alley. The phy. The requirement for Jones Lumber staff a having a booth is will serve as celebrity selling something grillers in June. The Henderson Arts handmade. Booth spaces are $15 for non- Commission exists to educate, members and $10 for recognize, Henderson Arts enrich and entertain Commission mem- through the arts in bers. (Membership is Henderson, Chester $25 annually and may County and the surrounding area. Arts in be paid at the event.) Vendors known to the Alley events are date include: Sean planned for third from O’Neal with crosses, Thursdays through frames and more made March from re-purposed September. wood; Tracey Snow with LillyKate’s From Page 1-A Jewelry; Lillie McCarver and Suzanne McCarver with handmade bracelets and head- d i s p r o p o r t i o n a t e. ” bands; Sandy The court also held Thompson with baked there were no goods; Algene Steele reversible errors. with original paintHowever, the ings; Adana Buttrum appeals court did find with jewelry from that the “trial court Adana’s Treasures; failed to merge the
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City assessed value. A public hearing and the final reading of the budget will take place at the July meeting. Board members will also consider an ordinance amending the 2012-2013 Budget to
merge the Industrial Park Fund into the General Fund as recommended by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office. They will also appoint a member of the City Board to the Planning Commission to fill a vacancy and hold a hearing on a personnel matter per the request of an
Photo by James A. Webb, Independent
One person was airlifted to the regional trauma center at the Med in Memphis following a 4-wheeler accident just after noon on Monday. Jim Kocsmoud, of Edgewater, Fla., was riding his 4-wheeler on Lost Trail in Chickasaw State Forest when he lost control while going down the steep trail. A friend riding behind stated Kocsmoud’s 4-wheeler flipped over several times. Kocsmoud was treated on the scene initially by Chickasaw Park rangers, followed by paramedics with Air Evac and Medical Center EMS. His condition was not known at press time.
Adamsville Public Works fight to get water back on Steve Simon, City Administrator of Adamsville, stated Tuesday that some Adamsville Public Works customers,
especially those in Enville, have essentially been without water since last Friday. According to Simon those suffering worst
Benefit horse show rescheduled due to weather The Therapy & Learning Benefit Horse Show will be held at the Chester County Equine Saddleclub, located at 575 North Fourth Street in Henderson on Sunday, June 16. The event, which was originally scheduled for June 2, has been rescheduled due to weather. The show includes 29 different classes with the entry fee set at $7 per class or $60 to show in unlimited classes. Judging begins at 2 p.m. sharp. first degree murder convictions at sentencing,” and remanded the case for correction of the judgments “to effectuate proper merger” The Court of Appeals concluded their holding by stating “In all other respects, however, we affirm the judgments of the trial court.” employee. In other business, board members will consider approving the hire of an additional part-time water plant operator and discuss the problems with the fire department roof. The meeting is open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend.
The event will include a silent auction and concessions. All proceeds benefit the Therapy & Learning Center, which serves 2,500 children and adults each year through therapy, education, and supervised care. To learn more about the event, contact Heather Kopulos at 731-664-3677 or visit www.facebook.com/ac mclinic/events.
from this event are the 34 households located at the peak elevation just past the water tank on the ridge in Enville. The Public Works Department did discover a fairly substantial leak and repaired it but by that time the system was drained. They are working to get pressure built back up, pushing the pumps higher to overcome the water shortage, but there is still not enough pressure to bathe or water a garden. The Department has had leak detection persons out on Sunday and Monday and they will be out again on Wednesday to discover where the outstanding leaks are located. On
Monday about 1,100 meters were effected out of the 3,400 that the Department services. At this time Piggly Wiggly and Dollar General in the areas most affected are offering a case of bottle water to those families struggling with the loss of water. Public Works Department employees are working tirelessly to repair this problem. Johny Farris with Chester County Emergency Medical Services brought in volunteers and a water tankard on Tuesday afternoon to relieve the 34 Enville homes most affected. While the water they brought was not drinkable, it could be used to wash clothes and bathe.
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Chester County recycling program leads the way as statewide model Chester County is a recycling leader in Tennessee that took advantage of a new program to help its neighbors, and now its efforts serve as a model for other communities to follow. It all started about seven years ago when Chester County launched its own recycling initiative to give its residents more options for solid waste. The county has been expanding its services each year. In 2011, the Tennessee Division of Solid Waste and H a z a r d o u s Management chose the forward-thinking community for a pilot program created to boost recycling throughout the state. “We have really been forward and proactive in recycling,” said Emily Johnson, executive director for the Henderson Chester County Chamber of Commerce. “For rural communities, we’re ahead of the curve.” The pilot program created a recycling collaboration between nearby cities and counties known as the West Tennessee Regional Recycling Hub. Administered by Chester County, the hub’s partners include Hardin and McNairy Counties and the cities of Henderson, Savannah and Selmer. Chester County’s partner communities haul garbage to Chester County’s recycling facility, which it sorts, processes and sells. The arrangement extends the recycling option to more people
in West Tennessee, and it diverts more solid waste from landfills. “They didn’t have a recycling program, and it’s hard to start one from scratch,” said Chester County Solid Waste Director Danny Benard. “The state wanted counties and cities to work together.” Chester County received a $282,500 state grant to launch the hub and spoke recycling program. According to the state, the goal of the grant is to increase recycling efforts among counties and municipalities by promoting greater regional cooperation. “It’s a great example of regionalism,” Johnson said. Chester County opened an expanded recycling facility funded by the grant in September 2012. A few months later, the state announced Chester County and its partners would receive another $300,000 to purchase new equipment and continue expanding the program. The county will purchase new scales, a conveyor and a glass crusher with its portion of the grant money to increase the efficiency of the operation. Other funds will be used for recycling education and promotion. As the West Tennessee Regional Recycling Hub program expands, residents have access to more services. The recycling facility can handle a wider assort-
throughout the state. About the Jackson Regional Partnership: The Jackson Regional Partnership is an economic development ini-
Chester County’s recycling program has been chosen to serve as a model for other programs statewide. ment of materials, and residents can drop off materials for recycling at convenience centers. People who live in Henderson and Selmer can also take advantage of their cities’ curbside pickup programs. Last year, Chester County recycled 1,200 tons of materials. However, Benard said there is plenty of room to grow as his department also sent 5,000 tons of waste to the landfill. The pilot program’s success has led to inquiries from other counties, and Benard has been asked to make presentations about the program to officials in other states. Financially, the program is paying off. Besides the grants available to recycling
hubs, the county saves money on tipping fees whenever it can divert waste from the landfill. The county also was able to sell $200,000 worth of recycled materials last year, which covers the cost of the recycling operation. And, the facility created five full-time jobs and two part-time jobs. “To me, it’s a winwin situation,” Benard said. As far as Tennessee is concerned, the state continues to invest in its hub and spoke recycling initiative. When Gov. Bill Haslam announced the 2013 grant for the West Tennessee Regional Recycling Hub, he also announced more than $1.1 million in grants to launch or expand five other regional recycling projects
Pickin’ Up Tennessee litter awareness campaign promotes “Love the land. Lose the litter.” Long known for rolling hills, mountain vistas and lively music, Tennessee continues to struggle with some mind-numbing roadside litter statistics. Now, Scenic Tennessee is poised to positively impact the littered landscape by launching a statewide campaign that combines local music, sce-
nic photography and community litter cleanups into online videos and social media networking. The effort began June 1 with a month-long Pickin’ Up Tennessee tour designed to drive home the campaign’s powerful message: Love the land. Lose the litter. According to the Tennessee Department
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Chickasaw State Park Ranger Ron Elder showcases litter collected from 0.4 miles along Pleasant Springs Rd. Approximate 75 percent of this litter is recyclable. The Pickin’ Up Tennessee team is working its way across the state to build awareness for the environment as part of Scenic Tennessee’s effort to “Love the land. Lose the litter.”
of Transportation (TDOT), in fiscal year 2011-2012 more than 23 million pounds of litter were collected along 428,441 miles of county, state route and interstate roadsides. To combat the problem, TDOT recently awarded a total of $1 million in “special litter grants,” using funds provided by the state’s soft drink and malt beverage industries. Scenic Tennessee was one of 15 award-winners who proposed unique ways not only to address litter “beyond routine maintenance” but to promote recycling as well. Pickin’ Up Tennessee was chosen in part because it makes use of hundreds of volunteers as well as numerous partnerships. The Tennessee Division of State Parks, for instance, is providing campsites along the roughly 2,000-mile tour route, while countless organizations and individuals are providing music talent and cleanup volunteers. “We are passionate about keeping Tennessee roadsides clean,” said TDOT’s Beautification Coordinator Shawn Bible. “Pickin’ Up Tennessee plays a vital
role in this effort by using volunteerism as well as social media and technology to instill pride in our environment and specifically to help protect and preserve Tennessee’s natural beauty.” “Tennessee State Parks are home to some of the most beautiful places our state has to offer and we encourage all of our visitors to help keep our parks clean,” said Deputy Commissioner Brock Hill, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. “We are very pleased to be a part of the Pickin’ Up Tennessee outreach effort and appreciate the work that Scenic Tennessee has put forth to spread such a positive message across the state.” Pickin’ Up Tennessee has enlisted musician-volunteers in all 20 tour locations to provide the soundtrack for the 20 tour videos. These performances will result in a sound-quilt of Tennessee music traditions, from gospel in Memphis to garage band in Nashville to old-timey fiddle in the Smokies. The schedule of See LITTER, Page 14-A
tiative that represents nine counties — Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Gibson, Hardeman, Haywood, Henderson, Madison and McNairy.
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Chester County Historical Society met June 3 The Chester County Historical Society met for their regular meeting June 3, with 12 members and three guests present. After a short business session Evelynn Grissom Keele and Lenora Neff gave us instruction and details on how to date pictures. Lequita Thompson served refreshments to guests Donna
Thompson, Evelynn Keele, Lenora Neff; and to members Jeff Evans, Joann VanCleave, Charles and Loretta Haggard, June Smith, Sandra Kelly, Gary O’Neal, Dr. Irvin Rainey and Vicki Zamata Rainey, and David and Sherry Thomas. The next meeting of the Historical Society will be held July 1, 2013.
I hope everyone had a great week. We only have two birthdays this week: Rose Libner on June 15 and Linda Robertson on June 16. I hope you both have a wonderful day. “Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wing of time.” Jean Paul Richter. Please remember these in your prayers: Nella Rush, Tommy Landers, Sandra Landers, Winna Knipper, Sandra Dees, Norma Tully, Legina Henson, Edra and Benny Barnett, Carolyn Goff and Nancy and Billy Murphy. “If you have health, you probably will be happy, and if you have health and happiness, you have all the wealth you need,
even if it is not all you want.” Elbert Hubbard. Interesting fact for this time of year, since hurricanes season is starting: Hurricanes spin around a low-pressure center called the "eye." Sinking air makes this 20- to 30-mile-wide area calm and free of clouds. A thick ring of clouds called the "eye wall" surrounds the eye and is the strongest part of the hurricane. - Provided b y RandomHistory.com Quote of the week: "No man for any considerable period can wear one face to himself and another to the multitude, without finally getting bewildered as to which may be the true." Nathaniel Hawthorne. Enjoy your week and be happy, keep smiling and praise the Lord each day for all His blessings. Call me at 879-9777 to report birthdays, illness, weddings, deaths, etc.
The Homecoming at the Hickory Corner Center will be Saturday, June 15, beginning with an 11 a.m. flag raising, followed by the Sparky Sparks Band and special guest Stacy Clayton and Sister Kim Hearn. There will be grilled burger and hot dog platters and desserts for sale. Also there will be a silent auction, and around 1 p.m. the cake walk will begin. Remember to invite your family and friends to our event. There will be a short meeting at the center at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 14. Members can bring items for the silent auction and also return tickets sold on the $100 gift card. Doris Patterson, wife of Charles Patterson of Pekin, Ill., and sister to Leonard Jerry Hemby of Henderson, passed away Friday, May 31. Charles’ sisters who attended the funeral were Ella Roland (W.T.), Ann Hardy and Elvie Lee Sanders all of Henderson, Barbara Smith (Glenn) of Memphis, a niece, Pam Clayton of Jackson, a nephew, Jerry Hailey of Little Rock, Ark., and myself.
Our community expresses sympathy to the families of Ruby Sue Courdle, Lorine Cheshier, John Cruse and Murrell James. Happy birthday wishes go to Reva Whittman on June 14; Regina Gray on June 17; Mark Cooper on June 25; Erma Lee Morris on June 26; Patricia Jones on June 27; Taylor Clayton on June 29; and Brilyn Clayton on June 30. Happy anniversary wishes go to Cliff and Rubye Hanna on June 29, and Geney and Joann Clayton on June 30. Friday, June 14 is the nations annual Flag Day, so let’s fly our American flag with pride. We salute our flag, and remember what our military has given and is still giving their lives for, and what it stands for. If your flag is old, faded and tattered and is no longer useful, you need to dispose of it. Please do not toss it into the garbage. According to the U.S. Flag Code, it should be destroyed, preferably by burning and it should be done discreetly, so the act is not perceived as a protest. Many American Legion Posts conduct disposal of unserviceable flag ceremonies. “God Bless America.” Happy Father’s Day to all the good and wonderful fathers out there. Call 989-3315 if you have news to share.
JENNY JONES CHRISTOPHER SAETVEIT
Jones – Saetveit Engagement Jenny Jones and Christopher Saetveit are engaged to be married June 22, 2013 in Murfreesboro. She is the daughter of Thomas and Patricia Arnold-Gilham and James Jones. She is a 2001 graduate of Chester County High School and a 2005 graduate of MTSU. She is employed as a registered nurse by Middle Tennessee Medical Center in Murfreesboro. Christopher is the son of Gerald and Margaret Saetveit of New London, Minn. He is a 1995 graduate of New London-Spicer High School; a 1997 graduate of Ridgewater College; and a 1999 graduate of St. Cloud State University. He is employed by Nissan North America in Smyrna.
The Montezuma Center will be having a big country breakfast with all the trimmings from 7 until 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22. There will also be a bake sake. Come bring your family and enjoy a good meal and visit. Congratulations go out to Donna and A.C.
Stidham on their upcoming 50th wedding anniversary. Also Jerry and Shirley Bain are also looking forward to their 50th anniversary. Remember in your prayers Clint Burkhead’s little boy, Holt. Also on our prayer list are the Pauline Naylor family in their loss, Daud McCaskill, Doris Patterson and Everett Sheffield. Remember those in the nursing home and in the hospitals. Remember to call Wanda Cook 989-3724 or Celia Murley 9895300 with your news.
Our sincere sympathy goes to the family and friends of Syble (Bain) Holder. She has several relatives in the New Friendship Community, and will be greatly missed. Also our sympathy goes to the family and friends of Eva Mae Jones of the Glendale Community. She worked at the Salant & Salant shirt factory for many years. She and her sister, Arlene Ivy, lived in Parsons for a year. There were very close. Arlene passed away in February. They lived in the Glendale Community and were very active in Holly Springs Church and Cemetery. They liked to quilt and always had a good garden. Arlene was 91. They both were active in the Glendale Community and everyone loved them. On our prayer list this week are Paul Garrison, LaVerne
Lott, Pam Priddy, Joanne Sells, Carolyn Potter, Adam Wise, Jean Latham, Tommy Connor, Lisa Peddy, Fred and Paul Tucker, Charles Cupples, Randy Miller, Gayle and Rachel Ellington, Mike Ross, Laverne Austin, Larry, Jerry and Minnie Austin, Josephine Hinson, Carroll Williams, Joanne Altier, Sammy Ross, Frenzola Morris, Faye Tucker, Shirley Rietl, Dobber Dyer, Bobbie Nell Wells, Teresa Seaton, Phillip Ross and their caregivers Happy Anniversary to James and Pat Bright on June 27; Boyd and Kathy Cupples on June 28; and Carl and Carnell Tignor on June 29; Birthday greetings go to Debra Kay Morris and Johnnie Morris on June 24; Taryn Tignor, Ray Pusser and Joanne Morris on June 26; Chris Wilson, Mason Connor and Lisa Church on June 28; Casey Martin and Keith Kersteller on June 29; and Justin Frank and Debbie Hinson on June 30. Have a great day! Please call 989-4875 with your news in this area.
COURTNEY WILSON CASEY SMITH
Wilson - Smith Wedding Casey Smith and Courtney Wilson would like to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage. Casey is the son of Steve and Connie Smith of Finger. Courtney is the daughter of Jamie and Anita Wilson of Bethel Springs. Casey is a 2010 graduate of McNairy Central High School. He graduated from Tennessee Technology Center of Crump with an Industrial Maintenance Degree in 2012. He is a current employee of Gerdau in Jackson. He is the grandson of Norma Jean and Harold Wayne Smith and Evelyn and the late John Hysmith, all of Finger. Courtney is a 2010 graduate of McNairy Central High School. She graduated from Jackson State Community College with an Associate Degree of Science in Nursing on May 10, 2013. She will take her Nursing State Board this June. She is the granddaughter of Arlene and the late Ronald Pete Hill of Henderson, Gwen and Bill Henry of Bethel Springs, and the late Wayne Wilson of Bethel Springs. The couple will exchange vows at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Forty Forks Baptist Church in Bethel Springs. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. All family and friends are invited to attend.
Greetings from the City. Every week it is always a blessing to be with you. You may be reading this paper at your kitchen table, at work, out of state or overseas serving your country. Wherever you are, I would like to say, “Thank you and may the Lord bless you.” For this is the day the Lord has made let us rejoice and be glad in it. Just a reminder, Father’s Day is June 16. It is time now to start looking for something special for your Dad. To all of the fathers out there, I hope you have a wonderful father’s Day. The City would like to say, “Congratulations” to Dionne Davis for his great achievement graduating with honors from the police officer academy. May the Lord protect you and keep you. Congratulations also to John Robertson for being honored by the National Rifle Association (NRA), keep up your good work here in Chester County. My daughter, LaWanna Holiday was reading the paper and read about who won the Chester County Independent Award. She had won this same award in 2005, and would like to say to Cynthia Beene,
“Congratulations for your hard work playing for Chester County School sports, and may the Lord bless you with your future.” Parents - need a break? Send your child/children to school, Vacation Bible School (VBS). Vacation Bible School is where you can have fun, see your old friends and meet new friends. The North Henderson Church of Christ, located at 607 Luray, Henderson, will have their VBS from 10 a.m. to noon June 17 through June 21. The children will have breakfast and lunch, breakfast will start at 8 a.m. and at noon lunch will be served. The theme is: “Fruit of the Sprit.” There will be transportation. If you need a ride give Charles Howard a call at 989-5273. If you need more information, you can contact Marquis Lancaster at 879-0943. Do not miss this great event. Come out and have a wonderful time. The public is invited. Southwest Human Recourse Agency Summer Food Program has begun with nutritional meals for the children in Chester, Decatur, Hardeman, Hardin, Henderson, Madison and McNairy Counties. The children receive nutritional meals during the summer while school is out. For full details, call Patti Pickler at 989-5111 Ext. 1131. This is a great program for our children. There also will be a cookout on June 15 for Mt. Zion CME Church youth at Ronnie Moten Car Wash, starting at 9 See NEWS, Page 5-A
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News a.m. This is a fundraiser for their Youth Department. For more information, call 6486980. Do not forget to go and visit the Senior Citizen home here in Chester County. Kay has some great events planned for this month. On June 17 there will be a section on Using Medicines Wisely, Staying Healthy; on June 18, Blood Pressure check at 9 a.m, bingo 10:30 a.m.; June 20, Bible study at 10 a.m., Music w/Lisa at 10:45; and June 21, this is the third Friday, call about the Lunch Out date. For more information, give Kay a call at 9897434, she will be glad to hear from you. Let’s see what Donna has been doing at Southern Oaks. This week as usual was a busy week. They started off Monday morning playing a game of shuffleboard in their Activities Room. They also played some putt-putt golf. The shuffleboard game seemed to be the more popular of the two. “You get quite a workout with it also,” states Ms. Polly Proffitt. There were two teams playing shuffleboard. The Brown team had Ms. Rachel Seeley and Ms. Dorothy Massey, and the Black Team was Ms. Polly Proffitt and Ms. Katherine Eldridge. The Black Team won by only 5 points. Meanwhile Ms. Dorothy Wade made a hole-in-one playing Putt-Putt. Marty Wilkens had the weekly Bible study. The residents enjoy Ms. Marty coming every Monday to share the Gospel with them. What a great way to start out each week. The residents had a special guest on Wednesday morning, a youngster helping the Activities Director. Her name is Anna Moylan. A 10-year-old, Anna is the daughter of employee Lori Moylan, and came to help out Wednesday and Thursday. She helped Wednesday morning with their monthly Spelling Bee contest. There was a tie between Ms. Peggy Zollner who held the title and trophy last month, and Ms. Mary Faye Stanfill. The game had to be finished on Thursday morning with Ms. Mary Faye winning by spelling the word “advantageous.” That afternoon Mr. Virgil Hooks came to sing and to strum his guitar. The residents really enjoy Virgil who faithfully comes every other week. Anna played some “Who’s Smarter than a FifthGrader” with the residents. Apparently the residents are much smarter than the average bear. On Wednesday afternoon Activities Director Nancy Connell was leaving work but could not find her keys. She had accidentally locked them in her car earlier that morning. She was rescued by our wonderful Henderson Police Department.
Apparently they still make house calls to help out damsels in distress. Thank you to the kind officer who rescued their Activities Director so she could come back on Thursday for their activities! Anna helped do manicures with Nancy, while their beautician Paula Ivy washed and styled some of the residents’ hair. The residents had a yo-yo contest and played a game of trivia. The yo-yo’s aren’t made like they used to be, they fell apart during the contest, so the residents had fun watching 10year-old Anna yo-yo, and spent the rest of the time playing a fun game of trivia. Anna stated that she really enjoyed making the residents happy and having so much fun with them. She would like to come back again soon. The residents and staff hope she does, as they enjoyed her company also. Samantha Brasher from Westwood Health Care and Rehabilitation came to call bingo again. The residents love when they get to play bingo two times in one week! They also love the prizes she brings with her. Saturday they had Family and Movie Day. They ate popcorn and watched a “pictureshow” on our large big screen TV. Sunday was Church Service day, and they appreciate Estes Church of Christ coming to hold services for them every week. Happy birthday to Eddie Bass on June 16, the Lord has allowed you to see another year. God is GOOD! Brian Signaigo, will be celebrating his birthday on June 12. A special happy birthday goes to Brian from his lovely wife for all that you do for Southern Oaks. Happy belated birthday to one of the Chester County Head Start Foster Grandmothers, Olivia Croom. She celebrated her birthday on June 9. May the Lord bless all of you to have many more. Happy father’s day to all of the fathers from the city! On our prayer request list this week are Grey Blankenship, Vircie Mae Massengill, Undra Massengill, Charles Croom, Rev. Emerson Arnold, Helen Phelps, Eboni Burton, Carter Scales, Mary Senter, Boy Trice, Juanita Hall, Annie Brown, Carrie Thomas and
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What a great idea:
Stuffed chicken without the stuffing Despite the title of this recipe, I’ve never tried to stuff a chicken breast. I know the general principle that one should follow to implement this technique, but I have no desire to try it. This is why I don’t make stuffing for the holidays or anything else that involves placing my hands inside a bird or parts of a bird. If you’re like me and honestly don’t see the need for the messy work of stuffing, here’s the perfect recipe. You get the same taste as stuffed chicken, but you don’t have to try the fancy knife work. I recommend cutting a little of the chicken away to make room for filling, but if you don’t want to try that, it’s your bird! All you need are two chicken breasts (or more depending on the size of the crowd you’re feeding. After you flatten them a bit, you’re ready to go. You can use any fillings that seem appropriate for you. For this recipe, I used mushrooms, green peppers and cheddar cheese, but there is no set rule that these must be strictly adhered to. Choose tomatoes and mozzarella for an Italian flavor or maybe olives and feta for a Greek interretation. There are hundreds of combinations that you can try, and as long as the flavors sound good to you, they will only give you many more choices for your easy summer dinners. When I mention skewers in the recipe, I’m referring to a
Ballard family. Continue to pray for the people that are in the hospitals, the ones that are sick in their homes, our children, teachers, family, the men and women that are serving our country, and also the incarcerated. Remember to patronize our local businesses. Let’s support our own as much as we can. If you live in the City of Henderson and have news about your family, birthday, a n n i v e r s a r y, announcements, and things happening in the city, please call 9891907 or send an email t o gloria__holiday@msn. com. HAVE A GREAT WEEK!
Lifestyle Pricing The Chester County Independent charges $35 for engagement announcements with photo, wedding announcements with photo, anniversary announcements with photo, and miscellaneous lifestyle photos. There is no charge for birth announcements without photo, but $28 with photo, and $38 for color photo. For more information, call 731-989-4624.
wooden grilling skewer that has been cut into two to four pieces. Use caution with cutting or breaking the skewer or use toothpicks, which serve the same purpose. I’m usually the first one to
bite into a skewer that has been left in a dish, so I gravitate more toward the ones that
are extremely easy to see; however, use what works for you and proceed with caution.
“Stuffed” chicken breasts
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, slightly flattened ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded 3 slices of bacon 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 cup bread crumbs ½ green bell pepper, finely chopped ½ cup mushrooms, finely chopped Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook bacon to desired doneness and set aside. Do not drain grease after removing bacon. Using a meat mallet or rolling pen, flatten chicken slightly. Salt and pepper chicken to taste. Place chicken breasts in pan with the underside down in bacon grease. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes on medi-
um heat. Before turning over, give topside of chicken a light egg wash and cover with breadcrumbs. Turn over and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes or until breading is golden brown. Cut a small portion out of the underside of each chicken breast. Fill the slight cavity with cheese, vegetables and crumbled bacon. Place the other half on top with breading side up and pin the edges with skewers or toothpicks. (Wooden skewers often work better for this project since they are thicker, and an unsuspecting diner won’t be so likely to forget and accidentally bite down on it.) Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is done and cheese is melted. Cut in half. Makes two servings.
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Words for the Week: “Ma-Nahm’-in-ah’ …?”
Only Yesterday “Independent moves to ‘modern’ Washington St. office” June 8, 1933 “Trail of Bank Robbers Closes at Alabama Line” The trail of the three men who robbed the Bethel Springs Bank ... late Friday and escaped has been followed to the Alabama state line where officers are unable to continue. Sheriff J. B. Graham of McNairy County said that an intensive search for the robbers was being made but that possibilities of early arrests now appeared remote. He is requesting co-operation from officers throughout West Tennessee. The possibility that at least one of the men had resided in Jackson recently was being followed closely. Sheriff Graham was in the city Saturday morning where he exchanged information with local officials. Madison County deputies and Jackson police have been given the names of two suspects, one of whom is almost known to be implicated. These men will be arrested whenever located. Jackson Sun
June 11, 1943
“Births” Mr. and Mrs. James A. Hannis of Enville are the proud parents of a baby girl, born June 8, weighing 9 ½ pounds, who has been named Gracie Kaye. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Manefee are the proud parents of a baby boy, born June 5, weighing 9 ½ pounds; named Larry Thomas. Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Moffitt are the proud parents of a baby boy, born June 4, weighing 8 ½ pounds; their second child and has been named Richard T. Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Odis Maness of Pinson are the proud parents of a baby boy, born June 2, weighing 8 ¼ pounds; their second child and has been named Freddie Wilson. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Herman Brewer of Glendale are the proud parents of a baby boy, born May 30, weighing 7 ¼ pounds, who has been named Jimmie Herman Brewer. “Independent Will Move Next Week” The Chester County Independent will move next week into its own building on Washington Street. The publisher has acquired the Simmons building, former home of the Deming grocery and lately occupied by the Kozy Korner Cafe. This modern brick and concrete building, practically fireproof, was constructed by W. L. Wamble in 1937. Alterations and repairs will make it a modern home for this newspaper [...]. The Independent was established almost 23 years ago by the late G. C. Thomas and its first location was in the building now occupied by the Maness Chevrolet Company. Mr. Thomas passed away in 1924 and his son Earl, and daughters Zillah (now Mrs. Brodie Newsom) and Edith (now Mrs. Tom Wyatt), published the paper for six more years. Earl is a present valued employee of the paper, and his brother Jim assists in the pinches, which are frequent. Charles Rooks, of Humboldt, dean of West Tennessee publishers, purchased the Independent about 1930. He operated the paper from Humboldt and it was printed there for about three years. During this period the Independent occupied two of the John McDonald buildings on Front Row. R. A. Harry bought the paper from Mr. Rooks in 1933 and moved it to the McKinney building on Main street, where it has been located for the past nine years.
Chester County Independent archives June 8. 1933
H. B. and Violet Davenport became owners of the newspaper in 1937. Failing health by Mr. Davenport caused them to sell the Independent in 1941 to Mr. and Mrs. George H. Johnston, the present owners. Mr. and Mrs. Johnston feel that they have lived in this community sufficiently long to be convinced it is a desirable place for a permanent home, and in acquiring the new building which will house the Independent, believe its moving days are over. Moving a publishing plant these days represents a multitude of difficult problems and is a very expensive operation. The days when a printer “with a shirt tail full of type and a hand press” could issue a newspaper are definitely gone. A newspaper plant today looks much more like a modern machine shop and sounds more like a very noisy factory than it resembles a print shop of “the good old days.” There are nine electric motors in the plant, operating a modern type-setting machine, newspaper press, two job presses, folding machine, metal saw, router machine, stereotype machines, paper cutters, wire stitching machine, mailing machine and others; and there are close to a hundred cases of display and job type, border cases, rule cases, lead and slug racks, imposing stones, etc., etc., dome of which weigh more than two tons each. This will give our readers a glimpse of what a job moving a newspaper and printing plant represents.
June 12, 1953
“Births” Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wayne Pickett of Peoria, Ill., announce the birth of a son on June 3. He has been named Garry Dewayne. She is the former Miss Imogene Cupples of Henderson. Dr. and Mrs. H. D. Farthing are receiving congratulations upon the arrival of a son on June 7 at Webb-Williamson Hospital in Jackson. He has been named Charles Webb. Dr. O. M. McCallum Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Taylor of Pinson are the parents of a d a u g h t e r, Elizabeth Ann, who was born June 7. Mr. and Mrs. Carson Riley of Finger are the parents of a son who was born June 9. He has been named Lonnie Monroe. Mr. and Mrs. Dan McCorkle of J a c k s o n announce the arrival of a son, Joe Daniel, on June 2. “From A to Z” by T. D. P. “Wanna Buy a Dog?” It’s truly
Chester County Independent archives June 7. 1963
something the way “Doggie In The Window” has swept the country. Frankly, I’m getting a little bored with it. If whoever owns the doggie really wants to sell it all they need do is advertise it in the Independent, wagging tail and all. “Grass Roots Opinions” Cameron, Wis., Barron County Leader: “This newspaper favors a decrease in taxes (which can be effected by cutting the fat from government); and end to the forms of socialism in this republic; and American foreign policy based on common sense rather than dollar diplomacy; and a re-dedication to that fundamental American concept, ‘that nation is best governed which is least governed.’” [...] Aztec, N. M. IndependentReview: “It may be contended that Communism hasn’t gotten very far in this country but it hasn’t hurt communist cause to have people think the government should supply us with everything we want.” [...] Lake Worth, Fla., Herald: “The era of citizens living off public funds came into being during the past two decades, it has been a popular sport for many and sundry to climb onto the public feed wagon and not even bother about not letting their feet drag.” [...]
By Junebug
“Ma-nahm’-in-ah’.” Is that a word? Well … only in the movies I guess. Webster doesn’t recognize it – but then, Webster changes, eventually adding the words we liberally and freely use BEFORE it’s in their dictionary – “ain’t” being a prime example. Right? Think about it – say it, “ma-nahm’-in-ah’.” Now think of the language of the teacher in the Charlie Brown movies – “Wha-wha-wha … Whawha … Wha-wha-wha-wha, wha.” At least “manahm’-in-ah’” has a little character to it!!! I first heard it in the latest Muppet movie, and instantly added it to my personal vocabulary for when I needed to say SOMETHING, but without agreeing or disagreeing with the person speaking, letting the person speaking know I am still awake – er, uh, I mean, am still listening to them? (smile) That’s when this non-word really comes in handy. “I just don’t know” becomes, manahm’-in-ah’, and is understood. “I don’t think so” can be replaced by ma-nahm’-in-ah’. And the FUNNY thing is, sometimes you say ma-nahm’in-ah’and people HEAR whatever it is they wanna hear!!! It’s the strangest thing!!! Now that you’ve read this, when you least expect it, that word is going to be in your head when you hear someone say, “I just don’t know,” and you’ll be tempted to SAY it to them, and of course, then have to explain where you heard the word. I am imagining that “ma-nahm’-in-ah’’” will soon be the replacement for much of the comments we say and hear today, a verbal shorthand if you will. STOP! … Don’t look back in the article … say it!!! Did you remember it? See how addictive a word with no particular meaning can be? Wasn’t it nice to be able to speak in Pig Latin when our children were young and mention ice cream, or going to the movies or to the park without them knowing what we were talking about??? Or later on even, learning to speak “mud mouth” as a grownup, its English but, much like Pig Latin, is only understood by the grownups speaking it. With ma-nahm’-in-a’ you are speaking and the other person is understanding, while you may not! It’s really quite amazing! If they don’t say, “Huh …” then they heard what they wanted to hear, not what you said. It’s REALLY funny when they tell you what they heard you say, if you can find a way to ask them … try it, you will be surprised. Our brains are fantastic creations – we can easily tune out certain sounds, tune in to one single voice when many others are speaking, read a word with only the first and last letters in place and the others are jubmeld up (see? – that word is spelled jumbled, but you read it even spelled wrong, right?), it can understand, it can create, it can assemble and disassemble physical things mentally in microseconds, it can imagine things currently nonexistent, there seemingly is no limit to what it can do. And yes, it CAN discern what it ‘wants’ to hear just by hearing a verbal response of a nonsensical word from someone that it trusts. If you were to ask me if I really believe all this is true, my reply would unequivocally be, “Manahm’-i-na’.” … What did you hear? … In this case it was, “Of course I do!” … How about you? Email your ‘words for the week’ suggestion and/or opinion of this week’s article to jpatterson@chestercountyindependent.com. “Let’s keep life simple, real and fun.” Junebug
June 7, 1963
“8 Local Students Graduate At F-HC” Eight Chester County students were among the graduates of Freed-Hardeman College last Thursday evening. They were: John Larry Tignor, son of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Tignor of Jacks Creek, major in Business Administration; Richard N. Ratliff Jr., son of Mrs. China Ratliff of Henderson, major in pharmacy; Alice Hardcastle, daughter of Mrs. Z. T. McCall of Henderson, major in secondary education; Betsy Mitchell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mitchell, major in medical social work; Donna Jame Hardeman, daughter of Mrs. Lon Hardeman of Henderson, major in liberal arts; Nina Faye Weaver, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Weaver of Henderson, major in secondary education; Sheila Lott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lott, Henderson, major in elementary education; Catherine Shannon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alrice Shannon, Henderson, major in elementary education. “Births” Dr. McCallum and Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Maness of Enville are the parents of a daughter, Nancy Marie, who was born June 3. Colored Births Born to Mabel and Orville Davis of Finger, a daughter on May 29. Henderson Clinic Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitman of Finger, are the parents of a daughter who arrived May 29. She has been named Lorie Ann.
Did you know ...
“ … originally Hwy U.S. 45 turned East on Main Street at Church Street and continued past Freed-Hardeman University’s Old Main building, then turned North on White Avenue?
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Regional Megasite: Workforce development is key For Haywood County – and a large area of West Tennessee – the Memphis Regional Megasite could change everything. The county, halfway between Jackson and Memphis, is a largely agricultural community on the verge of hosting a major player in a global industry. About 15 miles southwest of Brownsville, the Memphis Regional Megasite was certified in 2007 by McCallumSweeney Consultants under a program sponsored by Tennessee Valley Authority. Local and state officials say the only remaining certified megasite in Tennessee is the perfect home for an automotive manufacturing facility. Already developing the site’s infrastructure, officials are excited to welcome the 2,000-3,000 new factory jobs plus untold thousands of supporting jobs that would come with it. The site will most likely entice a capital investment of more than $1 billion, whether it is a company in the automotive industry or not, said Kyle Spurgeon, Jackson Chamber President and CEO. Its economic impact would be enormous and ripple throughout communities across West Tennessee, he added. “Those types of capital investments spawn a large network of supplier companies that would relocate throughout the region,” Spurgeon said. “Regardless of what industry it is, the megasite will attract a large investment.” “It will be a gamechanger,” said Duane Lavery, President and CEO of HTL Advantage, a threecounty economic development coalition that includes Haywood County. “That property could change the landscape of West Tennessee.” From an economic perspective, the gently rolling 3,840-acre property is pristine industrial land with few hurdles to development. There are no residents, no archeological impediments, no endangered species, no Native-American artifacts or graves, no flood zones and no wetlands in the area that would
Duane Lavery, President and CEO of HTL Advantage, visits the projected site of the Memphis Regional Megasite. be developed. About 85 percent of the property is cleared of trees. Officials hope its readiness will be too good to pass by for an automotive manufacturer looking to expand or relocate as car sales steadily improve after the recession. The Memphis Regional Megasite will be on companies’ short list, Spurgeon said. “There are not many sites like it in the Southeast,” Spurgeon said. “If you’re looking at zeroing in on the Memphis or Nashville area, there is no other location,” Situated in the center of the blossoming Southern Automotive Corridor, its location is ideal. The site is nestled between Interstate 40 and an accessible CSX railroad, and it is a short drive from Memphis International Airport and McKellarSipes Regional Airport in Jackson. It’s also not far from the deep-water International Port of Memphis and the future Port of Cates Landing at the top of Lake County on the Mississippi River — the country’s busiest inland waterway. The core site features 1,720 acres of square-shaped property on both sides of Tennessee Highway 222, just north of exit 42 on I-40, expanding from one distant tree line to another. The remaining 2,120 acres surrounding the core are available for improvements to support the site, such as a rail spur, additional interstate access or supply facilities. “To me, this is the crown jewel of West Tennessee,” Lavery said. The West Tennessee population from which the future plant will draw its employees is 1.8 million people strong. But more importantly, Spurgeon said, the state is working with technical schools and communi-
ty colleges to ensure potential workers have the appropriate skill sets. When the megasite is sold, the secondary educational facilities can tailor courses offered based on the company’s needs. “Workforce development and the ability to train the future workforce is far and away the most important aspect of this project,” Spurgeon said. The effort to identify the site, secure funding and prepare it for development has been collaborative and substantial. In 2004, TVA approached McCallum Sweeney Consulting of Greenville, S.C., to locate and certify sites throughout the sixstate Tennessee Valley region. After multiple helicopter tours and extensive evaluation, they picked eight sites. The largest property was in Haywood County. McCallum Sweeney certified the megasite in 2006. When the location was established, officials from the state, Memphis, Jackson and TVA partnered to develop the land. The state purchased the property from private owners for $40 million in 2009. To date, the state’s total investment in the site, including infrastructure improvements, is $110 million. Improvements to the I-40 exit 42 interchange are set to begin this summer, and Tennessee Highway 222 will be rerouted around the site. Planners designed the site to pump three
million gallons of water per day from the Memphis Sands Aquifer deep below it. Wastewater will be pumped 14 miles to a new facility to be built in Brownsville. TVA will supply electricity while Texas Gas and ANR Pipeline Company are willing to provide natural gas, and Millington Telephone and AT&T can provide telecommunications. Tennessee’s two other TVA megasites — the Chattanooga site sold to Volkswagen and the Clarksville site sold to Hemlock Semiconductor — are great success stories,
officials say. Those sites were less than half the size of the Memphis Regional Megasite. As a result, state officials have been eager to promote Haywood County and West Tennessee to the world as the automotive industry recovers and positions itself for continued growth. It’s only a matter of time. About the Jackson Regional Partnership: The Jackson Regional Partnership is an economic development initiative that represents nine counties — Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Gibson, Hardeman, Haywood, Henderson, Madison and McNairy.
Opinion
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Thursday, June 13, 2013
Privacy is no longer an option By Glenn Mollette American Issues
Recent news about cell phone giant Verizon is a bit disconcerting. Every phone record of every Verizon customer is now an open book to our government. Can we not call mom without it being the government’s business? Is there no such thing as “personal” anymore? Alarmingly the answer is no. No one wants a terrorist living next door. We do not want people roaming our country looking for lives and buildings to destroy. Our FBI, CIA and military intelligence must be commended and praised for their efforts to prevent heinous acts from happening in our country. However, our liberty is at risk when anyone from the government can show up at any time and search through our homes, invade our personal property, invade our banking account information, go through our mail and family picture albums, or go through all of our computers to see every web page we’ve ever browsed. The books we read at the library, our newspaper subscriptions and what we bought at the grocery store is nobody else’s business. I hear the argument “If you aren’t hiding anything then what do you care?” I care because, as a United States citizen, it is an invasion of our liberty. One invasion leads to another. The loss of freedom is slowly eroding in our country. The government is supposedly protecting you. Then one day we wake up in fear of making a move without government permission. Any invasion of our personal lives or privacy should go through proper channels and the legal process of being granted an investigative search warrant. In this scenario papers would have to be filled out explaining why such a search is necessary. Authorities who do such random searches must be held accountable for any damage done to the citizen’s home, family pictures, files, computers, clothes or any item that has been touched or mishandled in anyway. Authorities who search without just cause should be responsible for dry cleaning bills, carpet cleaning, painting and the purchase of new electronics if any of the electronics are damaged. If the suspicions end up true and the raided house ends us revealing someone who is plotting to hurt others then that changes the scenario. Those who search should never be allowed to destroy someone’s home and leave it in a state of disaster. When someone is suspected as being a threat to hurting anyone or suspected of being a terroristic threat to a community or our nation then of course everything must be done to determine what is going on and every precaution taken to save lives. The truth of the matter is that if the FBI invades a person’s home and does a search and they find 50 guns it doesn’t mean anything. Many people collect guns. If the person has told people about his plans to shoot people at the movie theatre or if he has written threatening stuff on Facebook then the authorities have every right to take his guns, investigate and arrest him if they find documented facts. The Patriot Act was established after the 911 attacks. We will never forget the heinous crimes committed against our country. The question is this, “Has the patriot act made us safer as a nation?” The Patriot Act has given the government more freedom to invade any person’s privacy in Any Place, USA, but has it made you safer? Do you feel safer because of the Patriot Act? Since the Patriot Act there have been countless episodes of violence that the new law has not prevented throughout the states. Military base shootings, office shootings, campus shootings, movie theatre shootings and more. For every terroristic act that has been stopped we celebrate as a country and thank those involved in preventing it. The Patriot Act needs to be edited. Our citizens should only have to fear criminals and terrorists, not government officials with a license to violate our civil liberties. There should be a compromise and a system of checks and balances that protect the freedom of Americans as well as keeping us safe. Glenn Mollette is the author of American Issues, Every American Has An Opinion, plus hundreds of other stories, articles and books. You can hear him each Sunday night on XM Radio on 131 at 8 EST. Contact him at gmollette@aol.com.
Fixing student loans to help students and taxpayers By Lamar Alexander U.S. Senate
Students from Tennessee and all over the country are graduating from high school about this time, and roughly 70 percent of them will go to college next year. Taxpayers will help many of them afford a college education through taxpayer-subsidized student loans – the cost of which for students will go up on July 1 if Congress doesn’t act. I cosponsored a proposal with my Republican colleagues that would take advantage of today’s low interest rates and head off the interest rate increase for all students. The idea is very simple: If we are going to provide $133 billion in
Dear Editor: The Chester County Library wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the participants in our first, and hopefully, annual Touch-A-Truck Day as part of our summer reading program. The Police Department, Fire Department, Rescue Squad, the National Guard, Chester County Highway
student loans this year, let’s loan the money to students at exactly what it costs the government – putting the interest rate at about 4.75 percent – with all the money covering the cost of collections, defaults and administration. This would mean the government is not trying to make a profit on the students, as it is now. The proposal would also fix the loan rate, so that even if rates go up on new loans taken out in future years, it won’t affect existing loans. Our legislation would be a permanent fix for all students who take out federal loans, and it should be an area where the U.S. Congress can find broad agreement. The
Department, and Southwest Electric M e m b e r s h i p Cooperative all brought different vehicles and heavy equipment and they allowed the children inside all of them as they shared what their job is like. These are the people we call with our varying emergencies and all the departments were kind enough to share their time with
Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill based on the same idea. President Obama’s budget proposed a similar idea. But Democrats in the Senate majority have come up with a short-term fix for only 40 percent of the loans taken out over the next two years. Not only do they plan to leave the rest of the borrowers high and dry, but their proposal raises taxes to do it – and it’s unconstitutional since it is a revenue bill originating in the Senate. If Congress does not reach an agreement before the end of the month, the cost of these loans for students will go up. Our
proposal would save students money now, but would also ensure that in the future, loan rates reflect the market – it is fair to students, and it is fair to taxpayers. H o p e f u l l y Democrats in the Senate will stop playing politics. You might say this is the opening act of the circus – it will not take long, and it may be a little embarrassing, but after Congress gives it some thought, maybe we can sit down and solve this problem. I think we should show these students that we support them. Instead of leaving them high and dry, we should be congratulating them – and giving them their ticket to the middle class.
lots of excited children. The Southwest group was running a little late, but their trucks were needed for some power outages, yet they still came. We are always grateful to these first-responders, but we are particularly pleased with their
patience and good humor in giving the children both a good time and a learning experience. Sincerely, Nancy Canada, Library Director Chester County Library Henderson
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Tennesseans urged to learn life-saving measures By John Michaelson Tennessee News Service
When it comes to cases of sudden cardiac arrest, bystander CPR can double or even triple survival rates, but in the majority of such incidents there is no immediate help. According to CPR educator Kim Harkins, that is partly because people are uncertain about how to perform CPR, or they may be wary of giving mouth-tomouth. However, she said, the recommended method has changed over the years, so now it is simply doing chest compressions to a disco beat. “We really encourage people just to compress on the chest, at least two inches, 100 times a minute. You can do it to the beat of ‘Stayin’ Alive,’” she explained. “So it is much easier, which takes away that fear of doing it wrong or having to give breaths.” She noted that “doing something is always better than doing nothing.” While cardiac arrest is generally considered an issue for those who are older, Harkins said it can happen anywhere, any time, and really at any age. “We see younger people all the time, people who have been
Chester County – Henderson Yoga classes every Monday Photo courtesy NASA
This is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. They are skills that are easy to learn and can save lives, but currently only about one in three people who have a sudden cardiac arrest receive CPR from a bystander. participating in activities who suddenly collapse. That is the population often with undiagnosed heart problems or congenital heart problems,” she
explained. This is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. More information is available at www.heart.org.
Yoga classes will be held at 5:30 p.m. every Monday at First United Methodist Church.. The cost is $5 per class, with the first class FREE. For more information, call 6081891.
Extreme Bullnanza June 15 Extreme Bullnanza, presented by CW Ranch, will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Chester County Equine Center in Henderson. There will be Open and Non-Pro divisions. Call in on Monday, June 10. Gates open at 5 p.m. and admission is $10 and $4 for children 12 and under. Included are a Jack-Pot Barrel Race, Up & Jumpin and a Mechanical-Bull and Jumpers.
Therapy & Learning Center Benefit Horse Show June 16 The Therapy & Learning Benefit Horse Show will be held Sunday, June 16, at the Chester County Equine Saddle Club, located at 575 N. Fourth St. The event, which was originally scheduled for June 2, was rescheduled due to weather. The show includes 29 different classes with the entry fee set at $7 per class or $60 to show in unlimited classes. Judging begins at 2 p.m. sharp. The event will include a silent auction and concessions. All proceeds benefit the Therapy and Learning Center, which serves 2,500 children and adults each year through therapy, education and supervised care. To learn more about the event, contact Heather Kopulos at 6643677.
Headhugger Hat Group meeting June 17 The Headhugger Hat Group will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 17 in the Studio building behind Henderson Assembly of God Church to pack hats for chemo patients. If you need further information, call 608-7303.
Library’s Summer Reading Program Week Three June 18, 19 Tuesday, June 18 at 10 a.m.: Illusionist Richard Seaton and his lovely assistant, Miss Maudie, will perform a magic show. Wednesday, June 19 at 10 a.m.: Park Rangers from Pinson Mounds will talk about the history of the park and the archeological finds there. Reading and Listening Logs need to be turned in on this date. Please make sure that your child’s name is on the log.
Chester County Retired Teachers Association Meeting June 19 The Chester County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon on Wednesday, June 19. The meeting will be at Whisker’s Catfish House (Rosie’s) with the meal being provided by The Peoples Bank of Henderson. The guest speaker will be Mike Barker who will give an update on legislation that will affect members of the association.
Chester County – Montezuma Big country breakfast June 22 The Montezuma Center will be having a big country breakfast with all the trimmings from 7 until 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22. There will also be a bake sake. Come bring your family and enjoy a good meal and visit.
Chester County – Hickory Corner Homecoming at the Hickory Corner Center The Homecoming at the Hickory Corner Center will be Saturday, June 15, beginning with an 11 a.m. flag raising, followed by the Sparky Sparks Band and special guest Stacy Clayton and Sister Kim
Hearn. There will be grilled burger and hot dog platters and desserts for sale. Also there will be a silent auction, and around 1 p.m. the cake walk will begin. Remember to invite your family and friends to our event.
Chester County – Finger Annual Purple Martin festival June 14, 15 The Annual Purple Martin Festival will be held at the Stoll Farm in Finger June 14 and 15. everyone is welcome to attend at 498 Sweetlips Rd, Finger. For more information, call Steve at 608-3218 or Herman at 610-7668.
Finger country dance June 14 Finger Country Dance featuring the New Outlaws band would like to invite you to a special dinner dance on Friday, June 14. Just pay your $5 regular admission, 4-yearolds and under are free, and enjoy a night of great music, fellowship and a tasty spaghetti dinner all within the comforts of our new air conditioning units. Yes folks, the finger dance now has new air conditioning! Hope to see you there. adfasdfsdfsdf
Chester County – Mifflin Mifflin Family Dance June 13, 14 Don’t forget to join us every Thursday and Friday night at 7:30 at the Mifflin family dance. Various bands will be playing, Tim Young with “The Good Time Band,” “Double Take,” Sparky, Dave and Stacy with “The ThreeLegged Horse,” Even if you don’t dance, come out and enjoy the music and visiting with neighbors and friends. Concessions and game room are available. Bring your whole family. For more information, call 989-5867 or 989-4460.
Madison County – Jackson Jackson Life Member Telephone Pioneers Meeting June 20 The Jackson Life Member Telephone Pioneers will meet at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, June 20 at Perkins Restaurant in Jackson. Bring supplies such as wipes, paper towels, paper plates or bowls, puzzles, crayons, blocks or legos. These will be donated to Hands Up Preschool. All retired communications employees and their spouses are invited to attend. For additional information call 4230944.
Kirkland Cancer Center offers free seminar on vitamin D June 24 Did you know that Vitamin D has been linked to poor bone health, depression, heart attacks and other health problems? Join the Kirkland Cancer Center for the June monthly education seminar to learn the latest about Vitamin D and how recent studies have given a fresh perspective to an “old” vitamin. Presenter Bart Graves PharmD from Jackson-Madison County General Hospital will tell us why we need Vitamin D, how much we need and where we get it. This free seminar from 6 – 7 p.m. on Monday, June 24 can tell us how proper utilization of this compound can improve a person’s health and quality of life. The location is Medical Founders Room C at the hospital. For more information call the Kirkland Cancer Center at 5415087.
Henderson County – Reagan Regular Saturday Night Dance June 15 Reagan Community Center) will be hosting its regular Saturday dance, June 15. This is an all ages show with free dance lessons starting at 6:30 and live music from 7:30-10:30. No charge for 11-year-olds and younger when accompanied by an adult.
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Obituaries Juanita Pauline Naylor Jan. 2, 1922 – June 4, 2013 Juanita Pauline Lynch Naylor, 91, passed away June 4, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services were Friday, June 7, 2013 at Old Friendship Baptist Church with Glenn Harris and Iran Smith officiating. Burial followed in Old Friendship C e m e t e r y . Arrangements were handled by Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel. She was born and reared in the Montezuma Community of Chester County, the daughter of the late Arthur Benjamin and Nora Blair Lynch. She attended school at Montezuma. She married Carl Naylor and spent most of her life in the Old Friendship Community, where she reared 10 children. On Pauline’s 41st birthday, her husband was killed in a car accident Jan. 2, 1963. She never remarried and continued to make her home in the Old Friendship Community. She was a Charter Member of the Old Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. She also spent a number of years working at Brown Shoe Company, Western State Hospital and Chester County Nursing Home. During her retirement she enjoyed gardening, relaxing on her back porch with a glass of unsweet tea, penning through numerous word search booklets and cooking meals for others - complete with the best cornbread and biscuits. She will forever be remembered for her optimistic outlook on life and how she never spoke ill of anyone. After a fall, breaking her hip, she then relocated to Chester County Nursing Home in 2005. She is survived by three sons, Frank McRay Naylor (Imogene) of Finger, Gary Wayne Naylor (Sherry) of Wildwood, Mo., and Ronald Anthony Naylor (Debbie) of Finger; six daughters, Doris Weaver of Henderson, Willodean Whitaker of Selmer, Joyce Beecham (Roy) of Henderson, Glenda Wilson of Henderson, Kay Middleton (Jimmy) of Finger and Devenda Frank (Mike) of Henderson; 24 grandchildren, Roy Lee Weaver, Marion Whitaker, Joe Whitaker, Rhonda Hamm, Sherry Oliver, Julia Bowden, Robbie Roberts, Dana Merrick, Roy Gene Beecham II, Broderick Beecham, Frank Naylor II, Daphane Ward, Christy Flatt, Heather Bates, Amanda Brimm, Ashley McCaskill, Merideth Weeks, Amy Van Slyke, Alan Naylor, Luke Frank, Michael Frank II, Tabitha Frank, Molly Humble and Michele Naylor; 35 great-grandchildren, with another expected in July; and 15 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Carl McRay Naylor; a daughter, Annie Sue Roberts; three son-in-laws, Jessie Weaver, Billy Joe Whitaker and Donald Wilson; two brothers, Ernest Lynch and Robert Lynch; and two sisters, Irene Keistler and Stella Hayre.
Eva Mae Jones Sept. 20, 1922 – June 4, 2013 Eva Mae Jones, 90, passed away June 4, 2013 at the Decatur County Manor. Graveside services were Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Holly Springs Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Shackelford Funeral Directors – Johnson Chapel. She was born and reared in the Glendale Community in Chester County, the daughter of the late Jasper Mack and Elizabeth Bingham Jones. She attended school in Glendale. She worked for Salant & Salant Mfg. for many years. She was a lifelong active member of the Holly Springs Methodist Church and a lifelong activist in the Glendale Community Club and other Community needs. She was active in the maintenance of Holly Springs Methodist Church, church cemetery and Glendale Community Center. Eva enjoyed gardening, quilting and helping others. She is survived by five nieces, Wilma Engle of Oshkosh, Wis., Marcia Moore of Henderson, Velta Flippo of Lawrenceburg, Kathy Waldrip of Roston, Texas, and Marilyn Chandler of Jackson; and two nephews, Sonny Jones of Lexington and Daniel Jones of Crossville. She was preceded in death by a sister, Arleen Jones Ivy; three other sisters; and two brothers. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Holly Springs Methodist Church or the Glendale Community Center. Chester County Independent
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Lorine Sheffield Cheshier Aug. 1, 1926 – June 7, 2013 Myrtle Lorine Sheffield Cheshier, 86, died Friday evening June 7, 2013 at Jackson General Hospital. Funeral services were Monday, June 10 at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Rev. Earl Phelps officiating. Burial followed at Chester County Memory Gardens. Mrs. Cheshier was born in McNairy County, the daughter of the late Boss and Nola Malisa Davidson Sheffield. She went to school at McNairy Station. She started to work at Brown Shoe Company at the age of 18 and worked there 40 years. She married Willie Hayse Cheshier in 1949 and they made their home at Bethel Springs all their married life where Mr. Cheshier farmed. Mr. Cheshier preceded her in death in 2001. She had made her home in Jackson since 2002. She enjoyed quilting, canning, and gardening. She was a member of the New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Bethel Springs. She is survived by two sons; Oneal Sheffield (Vicki) and Billy Wayne Cheshier (Kay) all of Memphis; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Doris Whitten of Henderson and Mary Lee Wooley of Jackson; and a brother, James Sheffield of Finger. She was preceded in death by her husband; three sisters, Mandy Meeks, Willie Criss and Duell Criss; and six brothers, Elmo, H.C., E.B., Avon, Millard and Amo Sheffield. Chester County Independent
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gregational singing, music and songs for everyone’s liking! It’s going to be great! Mark June 30 on your calen-
Ruby Sue Courdle
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Dec. 16, 1941 – June 8, 2013 Eldridge Murrell James, 71, died Saturday evening, June 8, 2013 at Jackson General Hospital. Funeral services were Tuesday, June 11 at Shackleford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Ronnie Geary officiating. Burial followed at Chester County Memory Gardens. He was born in Savannah and grew up in Chester County, the son of the late Jessie and Icie Dora White James. He attended Chester County schools. He married Sue Thomas in 1963 and they made their home in Henderson. Mr. James was in business in Henderson for 25 years and then worked as a Deputy Sheriff with the Madison County Sheriff ’s Department for 14 years, retiring in 2006. He was a member of the Henderson Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife, Sue Thomas James; three sons, Kenneth James (Rebecca), Keith James and Mark James all of Henderson; a granddaughter, Jessica James; a great-granddaughter, Emma Beth Stinson; three sisters, Corine Terry of Henderson, Novelle Massengill of Enville, and Jessie Nell Hutcherson of Nashville; and two brothers, Joe James of Calhoun, Ga., and Harold James of Henderson. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Porter James and Kenneth Ray James; and a sister, Ella Mae Malone.
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Nov. 7, 1932 – June 8, 2013 Ruby Sue Hopper Courdle, 80, died Saturday morning, June 8, 2013 at Jackson General Hospital. Funeral services were Monday, June 10 at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Bro. Clifford Stone and Nathan Wright officiating. Burial followed at Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery east of Jacks Creek. She was born in Decatur County, the daughter of the late Leonard Sidney and Benny Al Vestie Hensley Hopper. She went to school in Decatur County. In 1950 she married David Courdle and they made their home in the Jacks Creek Community for over 60 years. She worked at Salant & Salant in Henderson until the plant closed and then at H.I.S. at Saltillo until she retired. Mr. Courdle died in 2011. Mrs. Courdle was a member of the Bear Creek United Methodist Church. She is survived by two daughters; Diane Pusser (Mike) of Jacks Creek and Vickie Barker (Stanley) of Reagan. She has four grandchildren; Misty (Chuck) Farley, Libby Climer (Josh), Sabrina Martin (Casey), and Catrina James (Duck); and seven great-grandchildren; Colby and Dalton Farley, and Lexie and Xander Climer, and Sydney, Mykayla, and Kymber Martin. She is also survived by three sisters; Betty Jones of Peoria, Ill., Jean Anderson of Jacks Creek and Shirley Butler of Henderson. She was preceded in death by her husband; three brothers, Bobby Hopper, Ward Hopper and Ray Hopper; and three sisters, Gail Pardue, Patsy Maness and Faye Stone.
John Crews Dec. 22, 1969 – June 8, 2013 John Woody Crews, 43, died Saturday morning, June 8, 2013 at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral Services were Tuesday, June 11 at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey chapel with Ken Kitchen, Tom Parker, and Johnny Hudson officiating. Burial was in the Cave Springs Cemetery. He was born and reared in Chester County, the son of the late Elco Crews and Ruby Morton Frye Crews. He graduated from Chester County High School in 1988. He has worked for the City of Henderson Utility Department his entire working career. John loved his family, he was very proud of his nieces and nephews. He was a very good cook. He was survived by five brothers, Tommy Crews, Jim Frye (Patricia) all of Henderson, Clyde Frye (Elsie) of Gibson, Larry Crews (Wanda) of Scotts Hill, and W.T. Crews (Jeanette) of Talladega, Ala.; two sisters, Dianne Crews (Johnny) of Selmer and Belinda Goff (Jimmy) of Scotts Hill; also his dear friends, Kayron and Tom Parker of Jacks Creek and Chris Holmes of Henderson. He was preceded in death by his father Elco Crews; and mother Ruby Morton Frye Crews.
North Henderson Church VBS June 17-21 North Henderson Church will have their Vacation Bible School from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, June 17 through Friday, June 21. Breakfast will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. and lunch will be at noon. All those ages four to 17 are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Markia Lancaster at 879-0943.
Singing at Forty Forks Baptist Church June 30 Forty Forks Baptist Church (Forty Forks Community), 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs, is pleased to announce their first Fifth Sunday CookoutFellowship-Singing of the year! A great lineup of singers and musicians are going to sing and praise Jesus! Two of the groups coming are “Backporch Singers” and “Scotty Bagus and Boone Creek.” There will be con-
dar, and come expecting a blessing! For more information, or for a ride, call 610-1716.
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A threat to our citrus By Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Washington State University
Did you have a glass of orange juice this morning? If so, you may want to know that the simple pleasures brought to us by citrus fruit are under attack from a disease called citrus greening or yellow dragon disease. It’s caused by bacteria that are not harmful to people, but cripple citrus trees by choking off their internal circulation system. The malady puts our $3 billion per year citrus industry firmly in the crosshairs. Citrus greening evidently originated in China in the early 20th century. Once a tree is infected by the disease, there is no cure. The bacteria that causes the disease blocks the ability of the tree to circulate water and nutrients. Fruit doesn’t ripen, staying green and misshapen. There are three different strains of the bacteria in question, each plaguing different parts of the globe. Citrus greening is attacking orange groves in Florida. It is also moving to groves in Texas and California, and threating those in Arizona. If it isn’t successfully combatted, citrus greening could wipe out the U.S. citrus industry. It’s already decimated citrus orchards in Jamaica. The bacteria behind the disease is spread to the trees by an insect similar to aphids and whiteflies called the Asian citrus psyllid (the name is said like “SILL-id”). The insects feed on the trees and, when they do so, they transmit the bacteria to the plant. It’s a bit like the way infected mosquitoes can give you malaria when they feed on your blood. In time the bacteria in the citrus trees multiply and spread, causing the plant grave harm. Citrus greening is believed to have reached the U.S. from China in the early
2000s. The insects that spread the disease are tough to control. Pesticides have been used with some success, but scientists are concerned that the psyllids will develop resistance to the chemicals. Another approach is to introduce into orchards “good” insects that prey on the psyllids. Using such biocontrols, however, has so far not met with much success because the psyllids reproduce faster than the predatory insects. Then again, you might think that researching around the globe for disease-resistant trees might help, but so far no such trees have been found. Enter more sophisticated approaches to interrupting the disease cycle. “We are using genomics to see what genes are being ‘expressed’ in the psyllids as they feed on the citrus tree,” explained Prof. David Gang to me recently. Gang is on the faculty at Washington State University and is one member of a large team of researchers at several institutions that is researching new responses to citrus greening disease. The multifaceted effort is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “If we know the genes and proteins involved in infection, we can try to interrupt the transmission of the disease,” Gang said. Gang and others working with him have the goal of isolating and sequencing the genes expressed in the insects as they feed on citrus plants. Other scientists collaborating on the project can use the gene expression data in their work. “We hope to ‘knock out’ genes that function in the transmission of the bacteria inside the psyllid,” Gang told me. “Then the insect won’t transmit the disease.” One ultimate goal of
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Obituaries Richard England Sr. Nov. 1, 1933 – June 10, 2013 Richard Clarke England Sr., 79, passed away Monday, June 10, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 14 at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Earl Edwards and Clyde Woods officiating. Burial will follow in Henderson City Cemetery. He was born and reared in Springfield, Mo., the son of the late Everett Walker England and Mary Rebecca Clark England Long. He graduated from Central High School in Springfield in 1951 and later graduated from Freed-Hardeman University in 1976. He received an accounting degree from Lambuth and was a Certified Public Accountant. He married Martha Darnall, the daughter of Bob and Carlee Darnall, in 1954. He served as pulpit minister for Churches of Christ in Alabama, Indiana, Arkansas, Missouri and Texas and many congregations across West Tennessee. He had many publications and participated in lectureships, debates and gospel meetings throughout the mid-south. He spoke on many weekday radio programs. He was an active Ham Radio Operator, serving as a communication service during various disasters. He was a former member of the Chester County Lions Club. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Martha Claire Darnall England of Henderson; four sons, Richard England Jr. (Barbara) of Henderson, Bobby England of Lexington, Ky., Jimmy England (Anne) of Atlanta, Ga., and Jonathan England of Portland; a daughter, Rebecca Jorgensen (Tim) of Scott Depot, W.Va.; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Martha Bowen of Montgomery, Ala. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandchild, Arron Ezra Vanbuskirk; and two sisters, Ellen Forrester and Carol Coffman. The family will receive friends at Casey Chapel from 5 until 9 p.m. on Thursday. Chester County Independent (Henderson, Tenn.) June 13, 2013
the work is to create a new type of psyllid that will be unable to harbor or transmit the disease-causing bacteria. The new insects would out-compete the old, disease-carrying ones because the bacteria weaken the insects in which they live. But Gang and his colleagues are very concerned with potential problems related to modified organisms, and they are looking at how best to mitigate potential problematic outcomes. Responding to new threats to food crops is a never-ending task for agricultural scientists. Their work is complex, spans years, and is sometimes
expensive. But it keeps us fed – and free to drink our orange juice in the morning. “And it’s not just oranges that are at issue,” Gang told me. “Grapefruit, lemons and limes are also affected.” Here’s hoisting a tangy glass of OJ or lemonade to the good work Gang and others are doing in defense of U.S. citrus trees. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University.
Board of Regents recommends tuition increases The Tennessee Board of Regents Committee on Finance and Business Operations last week recommended increases in tuition/maintenance fees that are lower than recent years thanks to improved state funding. The committee decided to recommend increases of three percent for each of the 13 community colleges across the state and ranging from 1.4 to six percent for the six TBR universities. Students at the Tennessee Technology Centers will not see a maintenance fee increase. The committee will forward the proposed rates to the full Board of Regents, which will vote on the recommendations at its quarterly meeting June 21. The rate recommendations are within the maintenance fee guidance adopted by the Tennessee Higher Education Committee last fall. The recommendations are lower than recent years thanks
to budget allocations recommended by Governor Bill Haslam and approved by the General Assembly that provided increased general operating dollars for higher education for the first time in more than a decade. If approved by the Board, students at Tennessee State University will see a 1.4 percent maintenance fee/tuition increase, Austin Peay State University – three percent, East Tennessee State University – 4.6 percent, Middle Tennessee State University – 5.7 percent, and six percent at both Tennessee Tech University and University of Memphis. When combined with mandatory fees (unique to each campus, including fees for athletics, student activities, etc.) already approved, the proposed price increases would amount to $102 per year for community college students taking 15 credit hours and range from $72 per year at TSU to $546 at ETSU.
Maintenance fees are the charges based on credit hours for in-state students. For example, a student pays a flat rate for the first 12 hours of class credits and a discounted rate for any additional hours. Out-ofstate students are required to pay tuition in addition to maintenance fees. Mandatory fees vary by institution, fund specified programs, and are paid by all students regardless of the number of hours they take. In previous years, state funding for higher education declined by about 30 percent, including a more than two percent base operating budget reduction last year. The Tennessee Board of Regents is among the nation’s largest higher education systems, governing 46 post-secondary educational institutions. The TBR system includes six universities, 13 two-year colleges and 27 technology centers, providing programs to more than 200,000 students across the state.
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John Arnold Nov. 30, 1970 – June 9, 2013 John Allen Arnold, 42, passed away June 9, 2013 at Methodist University Hospital Central in Memphis. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, June 13 at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Casey Chapel with Rob Bledso officiating. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery. He was born in Henderson and grew up in Texas the son of Allen L. and Lillie Simmons Arnold. He was the grandson of the late Marvin Simmons and the late Junior and Minnie Arnold. He attended Chester County Schools. He worked for Walgreens for about 12 years and went into the security business. He worked as an investigator for a private security firm. He was a member of the Millington Baptist Church. He is survived by his father and mother, Allen L. and Lillie Simmons Arnold; two daughters, Victoria Arnold and Isabella Arnold of Atoka; his fiancée, Tina Juris; a brother, Greg Nichols of Tiptonville; two sisters, Renée Bledso (Rob) of Ridgely and Lorie Hopkins (Mike) of Dallas, Texas; a grandmother, Gladys Simmons; and six nieces and nephews, Ashton, Blake, Josh, Caleb, Kayla and Dillon. The family received friends at Casey Chapel from 4 until 8 p.m. Wednesday. Chester County Independent (Henderson, Tenn.) June 13, 2013
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Three car accident
A three car accident backed up traffic around 5:15 p.m. Monday afternoon at the intersection of Hwy. 100 and J. Peters Road.
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CITY OF HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT June 4, 2013 Brian Nicholas Taylor, 33, was arrested and charged with assault and public intoxication. He was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $2,000 bond. Latosha Nichole Taylor, 25, was arrested and charged with assault. She was released from Chester County Jail after posting a $2,000 bond. June 5, 2013 A theft of an engagement ring valued at approximately $1,800 was reported on East Main Street. June 6, 2013 Raymond Allen Neisler, 34, was arrested and charged with public intoxication, vandalism, destruction of county property, destruction of private property and resisting arrest. He is held in the Chester County Jail in lieu of a $10,000 bond. A wallet was reportedly lost on Sanford Street. The wallet is described as black leather fold type wallet with zipper lining. Inside the wallet was four one-hundred dollar bills and $70 or $80 in various bills. Also inside the wallet were his Social Security card, driver’s license, Wells Fargo Visa and Lowe’s card. June 7, 2013 Renardi Wilson Boyd, 42, was arrested and charged with manufacture/delivery/sell of a controlled substance. He was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $2,500 bond.
James Henry McGaha, 44, was arrested and charged w i t h m a nu f a c t u re / d e l iv ery/sell of a controlled substance and driving while unlicensed. He is held in the Chester County Jail. No bond has been set at this time. June 8, 2013 Dee’s Discount Drugs was broken into and two to three bottles of Phenergan with codeine were stolen. CITY OF HENDERSON FIRE DEPARTMENT June 10, 2013 10:40 a.m. - 139 S. Cason - false alarm. CHESTER COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT June 3, 2013 Joseph Grant Coker, 24, was arrested and charged with simple possession. He was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $750 bond. Brian Matthew Thomas, 27, was arrested and charged with driving on a canceled/revoked/suspended license and simple possession. He was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $1,050 bond. David Earl Young, 37, was arrested and charged with retaliation past action. He was released with a court date. June 4, 2013 Judy Elaine Foster, 61, was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. She was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a
$1,000 bond. June 5, 2013 Amanda Michelle Swinney, 28, was arrested and charged with public intoxication. She was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $250 bond. June 7, 2013 Brandon George Bullock, 28, was arrested and charged with failure to appear and child support. He was released from Chester County Jail after posting a $750 bond. Christopher Neal Burton, 25, was arrested and charged with theft of property $500$999. He is held in the Chester County Jail in lieu of a $5,000 bond. June 9, 2013 James Austein, 24, was arrested and charged with driving on a canceled/revoked/suspended license. He was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $1,500 bond. David R. Dray, 37, was arrested and charged with assault. He is held in the Chester County Jail. No bond has been set at this time. Wendell Scott Pusser, 30, was arrested and charged with aggravated domestic assault. He was released from the Chester County Jail after posting a $2,000 bond. CHESTER COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT May 29, 2013 10:39 a.m. - 65 Mary Kate Lane - Jacks Creek responded to a malfunction/microwa ve. June 4, 2013 7:10 p.m. - 90 Angle
Lane - Jacks Creek responded to assist EMS. June 8, 2013 10: 45 p.m. - 585 Montezuma Road Station One responded to a grass fire. CHESTER COUNTY RESCUE SQUAD No reports. CHESTER COUNTY GENERAL SESSIONS COURT No reports. CHESTER COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT June 4, 2013 Anthony Moiser, after being duly sworn and advised of rights, admitted the violations of community corrections and requested a hearing regarding disposition. After the hearing the Defendant was found to be in violation in a substantial way based upon a preponderance of the evidence. His probation was revoked in full with Defendant to serve the original sentence imposed and receive credit on this case only for time served by incarceration and/or C o m m u n i t y Corrections. June 5, 2013 Phillip R. Smith was found guilty of rape of a child. He was sentenced to 25 years in the Tennessee Department of Corrections to be served at 100 percent with credit for time served. He is ordered to pay a fine in the amount of $5,000 and court costs. The Defendant is further ordered to have no contact with the victim or his family.
Twenty-two indicted in prescription drug ring; one dies when officers attempt to serve warrant Twenty two individuals were charged today in a two-count federal indictment for their alleged roles in an illegal prescription drug distribution ring, announced U.S. Attorney Edward L. Stanton III and Resident Agent-inCharge of the Drug E n f o r c e m e n t Administration’s Memphis office Brian K. Chambers. Six individuals were charged with one
count of conspiracy to possess and distribute oxycodone, a Schedule II narcotic, and one count of conspiracy to possess and distribute hydrocodone mixtures such as “Lortab” and “Lorcet,” a Schedule III controlled substance. During the execution of a federal search warrant at a residence in Olive Branch, Miss., Byron Kelley, a/k/a “Big B,” 32, was fatally wounded after firing
upon members of law enforcement. This individual and the residence in question were subjects of a federal drug investigation and prosecution in the Western District of Tennessee. In addition, 16 individuals were charged with one count of conspiracy to possess and d i s t r i b u t e hydrocodone mixtures such as “Lortab” and “Lorcet,” a Schedule III controlled substance.
This case was investigated by the Drug E n f o r c e m e n t Administration Task Force and the Memphis Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Daniel French is representing the government. The charges and allegations contained in the indictment are merely accusations, and the defendants are considered innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Reid gets 198 months for transportation of a minor for sex Calvin James Reid, 49, of Memphis, was sentenced on May 31 to 198 months in prison following his conviction for taking a minor out-of-state on two occasions to engage in sex, announced United States Attorney Edward L. Stanton III. On Nov. 15, 2012, Reid was convicted by a federal jury of two counts of transportation of a minor with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. According to evidence presented at trial, Reid engaged in an escalating pattern of sexual conduct with a 13-year-old child in late 2011. On two occasions, Reid took the child out-of-state with the intent to engage in sexual intercourse. “Children are the most precious and vul-
nerable members of our society. Protecting them from individuals like Reid, who seek to exploit them sexually or otherwise, remains one of this office’s priorities,” said Stanton. “Reid’s sentence of more than 16 years in prison sends a clear message that this kind of reprehensible conduct will not be tolerated. We will continue to aggressively pursue and prosecute anyone who would destroy a child’s innocence by violating federal child exploitation laws.” “The FBI has made it a priority to target and investigate those who violate Federal law while preying on minors,” said A. Todd McCall, Special Agent in Charge of the Memphis Division of the Federal Bureau of
Investigation. “FBI Memphis is proud of the role that it played in bringing this man to justice, and will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to remove from our streets those whose criminal acts result in the stolen innocence of our children.” In addition to the prison sentence, Chief U.S. District Judge Jon P. McCalla ordered Reid to serve 12 years of supervised release. There is no parole in the federal system. This case was investigated by the FBI Memphis Field Office’s Child Exploitation Task Force, assisted by the Las Vegas (Nevada) Metropolitan Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Deb Ireland and Leetra
Harris represented the federal government. This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and the Department’s Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit www.projectsafechildhood.gov.
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Educational Program on Expungement offered George Morton Googe, Public Defender for the 26th Judicial District will be conducting an educational program on the expungement process generally and the expungement process established pursuant to the new statute, T.C.A. Section 40-32-101(g). Information will be provided about a new Tennessee law. It allows persons with
only one conviction of a certain qualifying lower grade felony or misdemeanor to apply to remove the offense from their record. The program requires that five years have passed since completion of all requirements of the sentence. A list of offenses eligible for this program will be available. The program will be held at the District Public Defender’s
Office, Illinois Central Railroad Building, 245 W. Sycamore Street, Jackson, TN, between 1 and 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2013. If you require an accommodation and/or have special needs because of a qualified disability, have questions, or need additional information, please contact the Public Defender’s Office, 423-6657.
Piercey named VP of Physician’s Services Dr. Lisa Piercey has accepted the position as West Tennessee Healthcare’s Vice President of Physician Services. Dr. Piercey joined the executive team at West Tennessee Healthcare in 2011 as Vice President of Hospital Services and lead the development and opening of the LIFT Wellness Center, developed community wellness initiatives and disease management programs, along with other areas of responsibility. Dr. Piercey has assumed the responsibilities for the West Tennessee Medical Group, the physician
DR. LISA PIERCEY clinics operated by West Tennessee Healthcare, as well as the Jackson-Madison
County General Hospital Hospitalists and physician services.
Lions Club hosting annual Walking Horse Show The annual Chester County Lions Club Walking Horse Show is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 29, at the Chester County Fairgrounds Arena on Fourth Street. This is the 41st annual show hosted by the local Lions Club. The annual Walking Horse Show is good entertainment for the entire family. All proceeds benefit the Lions Club and its mission to serve the community through eye glass assistance, scholarships, local sponsorships, free eye screenings in local schools, and much more. For more information, contact Neal Smith, event chairman.
Chickasaw announces June activities Here is a list of the activites scheduled at Chickasaw State Park for June 14-16. Friday, June 14 2 p.m. - Pet Rocks Mom and Dad won’t let you take home that raccoon you found? Meet at Shelter 1 to make a friend to take home. 3:30 p.m. - Arts and Crafts - Gather leaves on the way and we will make rubbings. A little piece of Chickasaw you can keep forever. Meet at picnic shelter one. 5 p.m. - Atl-Atl Meet at the archery range to learn and play the Native American Way. 8 p.m. - Paddle Boat Stargazing - Come enjoy the paddle boats after dark, and we will see what the stars have in store for us. Limited space available. Meet
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Litter events, most of which are open to the public, can be seen at www.pickinuptn.org. With the music lined up, organizers are now seeking volunteers from across the state to band together in the 20 videotaped litter cleanups. Results of each cleanup, including the amount of materials recycled, will be posted in a running tally on the website. “It’s an honor to be selected by TDOT to promote a cause we believe in so passionately,” said Scenic Tennessee President Marge Davis. “Pickin’ Up Tennessee is about celebrating the state’s beauty, cleaning up our environment and championing some of the rich music and diverse creative spirit of Tennesseans we’ll meet along our tour route. This awareness tour is the first step of our effort. Our next goal is to raise funds for a documentary film based on this project, along with classroom education modules featuring the children who will be involved in this project.” Two of these children are Jane and Harlan Porfiri, daughters of award-winning documentary filmmakers Dave Porfiri and Linda Duvoisin of Mindflow Media in Chattanooga. As Dave and Linda travel across the state in the Pickin’ Up Tennessee RV, filming, photographing and editing, Jane, 10, and Harlan, turning 8 mid-tour, will participate in cleanups, talk about litter and recycling with other youngsters and even keep their own blogs. Meet the family in an introductory tour video at www.pickinuptn.org. Long after the RV tour has ended, the
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Filmmakers Dave Porfiri and Linda Duvoisin, along with their daughters Jane and Harlan Porfiri are travelling across the state in the Pickin’ Up Tennessee RV. project will continue to time I can use my post additional videos onship. Elaine is a music music to help bring submitted by communities and individuals educator and Orff- attention to a project as who agree that litter- Schulwerk specialist important as the need ing is no way to love a who has provided to keep Tennessee land so rich in scenic, piano and back-up clean, I am more than to country willing,” Larry Conger artistic and communi- vocals superstar Faith Hill. said. ty blessings. Passionate environTrack the progress of Larry and Elaine Conger of Paris, Tenn., mentalists, the Congers Pickin’ Up Tennessee t are emblematic of that immediately agreed to a play for the Pickin’ Up www.pickinupTN.org generosity. Larry is a master of the moun- Tennessee tour when it or by using various tain dulcimer whose passed through Henry social media including 35-year career has pro- County on June 11. The Instagram, Pinterest, duced fourteen dul- tune they’ve chosen, or Google+. Like them cimer books, three “September on the on Facebook, follow on Twitter recordings and a Mississippi,” is a Larry them national champi- Conger original with a (#PknUpTN) and via timeless sound. “Any video on YouTube.
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These are sorted recyclables and assorted litter collected along the roadside in Chester County, by the Pickin’ Up Tennessee team and Park Rangers at Chickasaw State Park.
at the boat dock. Rentals are $2 per person. Saturday, June 15 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Fishing Rodeo for kids 16 and under - There will be prizes for every kid that signs up and prizes given throughout the event for the fish that are caught. Parents just bring your kids and fishing tackle for a great day of fishing. Register near the swim area. All kids must be registered by 9:45 a.m. 2:30 p.m. - Snake Encounter - Come and learn about snakes. Meet at the Nature Hut across from the office to meet Cleo the King Snake. Sunday, June 16 8:30 a.m. - Whitetail Deer - You see them almost every day, but what do you really know about deer? Meet
near the playground next to the main parking lot to learn more about these beautiful creatures! 10:30 a.m. - Pine Cone Bird Feeders - We will be making treats for animal friends to enjoy. Please bring a pine cone. Meet at the Nature Hut across from the office. 1 p.m. - Tree Cookies: How old is that tree? Meet at the Nature Hut across from the office to find out. Take away a “cookie” as a souvenir. 2:30 p.m. Scavenger Hunt Calling all detectives! Meet at the playground next to the main parking lot to find each item on the list. The winner gets a prize! Come out to the park and join us to enjoy these activities.
Community groups, local businesses and civic organizations are encouraged to join in the cleanups or host their own Pickin’ Up Tennessee event. Groups can upload images as well as tallies from their cleanups on the Pickin’ Up Tennessee Facebook page or submit their Pickin’ Up videos for inclusion on the project’s interactive map.
About Scenic Tennessee: Since 1987, Scenic Tennessee has been the only citizens’ organization in the state devoted entirely to issues of scenic beauty, from attractive signage to scenic highways to historic preservation.
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Jones Lumber Kimes hosts honored product by information event Youth Town
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Youth Town in Pinson celebrated the 95th birthday Monday of Sara Kimes. Kimes is a longtime supporter and past board member of Youth Town. She has raised more than $120,000 by selling her homemade cakes. In 2010 two of her cakes were auctioned for $5,000 each. Kimes has said, “Every year I say this will be the last year but when I see those young men smile, I say I will keep on as long as I can hold a spoon.”
Jones Lumber Company hosted a product information event on Thursday, June 6. Members of the community were served hot dogs and hamburgers and enjoyed a water slide and bouncer. Those attending talked with vendors regarding a variety of building materials.
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Achieving the American Dream How three business savvy individuals came to own their companies in Chester County By Marney E. Gilliam
Jones was selected to be in the Delta Leadership Institute last year. Five people from eight different states were chosen.
happy to come to work every day.” Jones is overcome for a moment and hesitates before continuing, “As an employer there’s
Staff Writer
Many people dream of starting their own business and being their own boss, but if they have not looked closely at the prospect, they can fall into the delusion that the grass is greener and easier attained on the other side. Starting a business, especially in this economy, is hard work. It takes focus and research. Here, we’ll meet three business people who got it right. From Patricia Jones who has been in the lumber industry for years to Stacey Ingold whose business is thriving after six month to Chris Dunbar who is working through the extensive preparation stage before launching his business, we’ll find out what motivates them and get their advice on facing the pitfalls that come with striking out on your own. Jones Lumber - Patricia Jones - The Established Businesswoman Jones Lumber opened in 1901. According to Ms. Jones, “Three men started it and all their last names began with J. I think after a couple of years, Mr. Johnson
went to talk with him. So that was our decision on how to get into the lumber business” she concludes laughing. While there were challenges, Jones focuses on the positives, “The kids grew up in the business. ... But we didn’t miss any ballgames, didn’t miss any school plays and
prepared for knowing what your profit center is and having to work through that over the years.” In that same vein, the one thing Jones wished someone told her when they started was “About the Chamber of Commerce. We joined it but what we didn’t
The Governor brings them together to train. “It’s really entrepreneurship driving. They want you to go back with ideas for
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The members of Jones Lumber Company are ready to assist you with your renovations. that is the treasure of having been in business for ourselves in Chester County.” Ms. Jones is quick to try to help orientate new business owners with the pitfalls they may face which include “trying to be all things to all people. Not zoning in on your
know was that through your Chamber, you are provided with state people that will help you create a projected plan. They will help you stay on target and there is just a wealth of knowledge out there so invaluable to help young businesses get started. I did not know
The Henderson Networking Circle meets the second Thursday of each month for small business owners. Please call the Chamber for more information and to register. The Chamber also proves free and confidential business counseling through the Tennessee Small Business Development Center. This counseling is available to all community members who are interested in starting their own business and to existing businesses. Call the Chamber to schedule an appointment with a business coach. - Emily Hunt Johnson Executive Director Henderson/Chester County Chamber of Commerce 731-989-5222 info@chestercountychamber.com
bought the business and he ran it until his son took over. ... Then in the 60’s, Mr. Cecil Hearn and his son bought the business. In July 1989, my husband Randall and I bought the business.” Most lumber business are family business that started out of sawmills. “We didn’t have that. We strictly went into a retail lumber business. We bought it because we wanted to stay at home, wanted to live in Chester County.” Ms. Jones explains how she and her husband came to own Jones Lumber, “Randall is very entrepreneurial. Mr. Hearn ... was holding a public office in Chester County and so he was closing the lumber company. And so we
“I was born and raised here and I love Henderson. It was time to come back home.” -Stacey Ingold
customer base. Learning what is your most profitable item. ... That was probably our biggest pitfall. About 11 years into this we decided what we wanted to be was more of a contractor yard and not a retail store because being in a small county you didn’t have the base of people to make it profitable to be like a Lowe’s store.” Before Lowe’s moved to south Jackson, Jones Lumber provided a world of hardware. “We were open 6 to 6, six days a week. And you didn’t have enough customer base to do that so you worked harder instead of smarter and you worked with less employees to be more profitable so if there’s a pitfall it’s not being
that 20 years ago it was as available as it is now.” According to Jones “The state of Tennessee is truly driving entrepreneurship.”
your community. Talk to your elected officials and your Chamber and the nonprofits and give them ideas to help them go out and drive businesses, to create new business and also to create products ... in your own community.” Jones shared the proudest moments her business had afforded her. “There’s three. One is always a customer’s referral. That is always because they have trusted you with their home. It is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make is your home. Those are your proudest moments when someone says ‘so in so said they built a house with you five years ago and that you were really really good with helping with the windows or the doors or the budget or the paint. Second would be your employees that have stayed with you for years and they’re
nothing that’s a greater asset in our business than our employees. ... Every employee has their own gifts and talents. ... And I’m very proud of my employees. ... But I guess overall, the proudest and greatest achievement would be that two of our sons have their own business, that they’ve picked up on the entrepreneurship. ... Those proud moments are when you see your children want to step up and start their own business. That you know you’ve planted a seed and encouraged them. They ... become employers and provide jobs for other people.” Jones encourages those thinking of starting their own business to consider the advantages of launching in today’s economy. “The economy right now is the time to start a business in my view because if you buy into a business when the economy is slow, you are prepared to know that you’re not going to have a big volume of business. You have a learning curve there. And you get to grow with the business. If you start a business in an economy [that’s] full speed ahead ... you buy into that and you don’t know how slow it can get. ...You want to start into a business that you have reviewed well, that you’ve talked to a lot of people [about], that you’ve talked to your Chamber [about]. But this economy is not a bad time to start a business as long as you ... have done your
Photo courtesy of Chris Dunbar
Victory Range will soon be up and running so get your hunting party ready to sight in. The bullet stop berm, with red and white striped aiming limits on the left and right is shown here. See BUSINESS, Page 3-B
TSBDC honors clients during Small Business Week The Tennessee Small Business Development Center, JSCC, will honor several of its clients during National Small Business Week, June 17-22. The Center focuses on helping small businesses, both start-ups and existing businesses that want to move to the next level. “It has been a privilege to work with all of our clients”, said Ron Acree, Director of the Jackson State Community College TSBDC and Joel Newman, Senior Small Business Specialist. “Helping start-ups, watching them grow, and being able to provide assistance to expansion companies is what makes our job worthwhile. We love the ‘action’ and even in this tough economy we have had some major successes and have created some real economic impact. That is why we want to honor our clients in this special Small Business Week.” Among those being honored are: June 17—Most Successful Start-up Business Southern Chic S p a t i q u e , Henderson, Stacey Ingold, owner. This unique hair salon/spa offers hair styling, massages, manicures and pedicures. What sets it apart from some of the others is the unusual ambiance created with stylish apparel, accessories, jewelry and gift items displayed in the front of the salon. This new business has created 6 jobs and has exceeded all of its initial financial projections. The TSBDC, (JSCC), celebrates the successes of ALL Small Businesses in the eight counties of our service area— M a d i s o n , Henderson, Decatur, Hardin, McNairy, Chester, Hardeman and Haywood, during this special week of recognition. We particularly want to recognize and thank the County Chambers of Commerce who assist us and all of the business community every day.
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Thursday, June 13, 2013
FHU junior Cousar named second team All-American
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Chester County High School baseball program recently gave out awards to the Eagle players following a great season that included a district championship. From left are: Brandon Berry - offensive player of the year; Braden Lott- Freshman of the year; Mason Connor - Eagle Award; Brady Clark - pitcher of the year; and Colin McPherson - MVP. Not pictured, Hunter Denbow - Defensive player of the year.
Sports Whisperer helping young athletes adjust Does your child get nervous or anxious when he or she goes up to the plate to face a seemingly intimidating pitcher? Is your child losing interest in sports because of the pressure from other kids? Is your youngster great in practice but not very good once the game starts? Are
sports frustrating you, your child and your family? Would you like your child to discover how to recover from a setback? You may have tried talking to your child, but have had little success. You’ve tried different coaches and lessons, but they don’t seem to help. You and
your young athlete are frustrated because you can’t find the right formula. The good news is that there is a solution. The “Sports Whisperer,” also known as Dr. Jay Granat, psychotherapist and founder of www.StayInTheZone.c om, based in River
Chickasaw Park hosting fishing rodeo Chickasaw State Park will be having a fishing rodeo for kids age 16 and under on June 15. All kids need to be signed up by 9:45 a.m. near the playground and fishing will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 1 p.m. Kids will be grouped into two age divisions, 12 and under, and 13-16. There will be a lot of great prizes to be given away.
Lady Lion Volleyball Camp is next week Each year, Freed-Hardeman University offers a wide assortment of summer camps for interested parties who wish to challenge and extend their abilities to a new level of competition. Cub Camps are for campers entering kindergarten through third grade. The volleyball day camp is for third through sixth grade. The boys’ basketball camp is for players entering fourth through twelfth grade. Next week, June 17-19, is the FHU Lady Lion Cub Mini-Camp. Registration is 8 a.m. Monday, and the camp runs from 8:30-11:30 a.m. each day at the FHU Brewer Sports Center. Cost is $60. Activities include basic skills, passing, hitting, serving and defense. For more information, contact Todd Humphry at 6080685. Also, FHU volleyball boarding camp follows June 19-22. Other camps for this summer are as follows: • Girls’ Basketball Camp June 23-27 • Girls’ Soccer Camp June 23-27 • Boys’ Soccer Camp June 23-27 • Soccer Cub Camp June 24-27 • Boys’ Basketball Camp July 14-18 • Baseball Advanced Camp July 22-25 • Girls’ Basketball Post Camp July 26-27
UTM softball hosting camp The University of Tennessee at Martin is hosting a softball camp from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. June 18-19 designed for players age 14 through graduating high school seniors. Cost is $125. For more information on the softball camps, call 881-7162.
Tennis camp set for June 17-20 Chester County High School tennis coach Debbie Hames is holding a tennis camp June 17-20 at the Freed-Hardeman University tennis courts on Mill Street. Cost is $45, and the camp is for players in grades 7-12. Beginner camp is from 8-10 a.m., and intermediate and advanced players from 10 a.m. until noon. For more information, contact Hames 608-3564.
Future Eaglette basketball camp is June 24-27 at Chester Co. High Chester County High School girls’ basketball coach Lee Pipkin is holding the Future Eaglettes Camp for girls ages kindergarten through eighth grade. The camp is from 9 a.m. until noon, June 24-27 at Eagle Gym. Sign-ups begin at 8:30 a.m. first day of camp. All campers receive a basketball and camper pass to the 2013-14 season at CCHS.
Night of Heart at Ballpark is June 22, featuring Hall of Famer Lou Brock West Tennessee Heart and Vascular Center at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital invite you to a “Night of Heart at the Ballpark” on Saturday, June 22 at the Ballpark at Jackson featuring St. Louis Cardinals baseball legend Lou Brock. Brock will be a special guest and will be talking about his career and experience with diabetes. He will throw out the first pitch and will be signing autographs for 100 randomly drawn kids. The game starts at 6:05 p.m. but you and your family are encouraged to come early and take advantage of free heart health screenings and diabetes educational booths, and everyone is encouraged to wear red in honor or memory of someone affected by heart disease. Heart themed fireworks will top off the night! For more information, call Emily Garner at 541-6828.
Edge, N.J., has helped thousands of young athletes, their families and their coaches. A kind and soft spoken man, this “Sports Whisperer” helps kids feel good about themselves. During the past 24 years he has helped thousands of young athletes get “In the zone,” improve their confidence and, ultimately, their performance. He uses a variety of proven techniques, including hypnosis, to help young athletes overcome psychological barriers and achieve their goals. A 9-year-old boy made his local travel team after learning how to calm his nerves by listening to one of See ADJUST, Page 3-B
Sarah Elizabeth Cousar recently became only the second Freed-Hardeman University softball player to be honored as an NAIA All-American as she was among the 40 athletes named by the NAIA on May 31. Cousar, a junior from Covington, was selected to the second team as a pitcher after putting together one of the most dominant seasons in FHU history. Her 27 wins set a new program single-season record and ranked sixth in the nation. She was also in the top 10 in innings pitched (sixth, 216.0), strikeouts (seventh, 243) and opponent batting average (eighth, .164) and was just outside the top 10 in ERA, ranking 11th at 1.33. Cousar was named the TranSouth Conference Pitcher of the Year, leading FHU to its first-ever conference championship and national tournament appearance. “Sarah Elizabeth is well-deserving of this honor,” said FHU head coach Todd Humphry. “Her work ethic and heart helped us have a banner year and the recognition she deserves. I look for an even better performance out of her next season.” Tarrah Tucker, who was named a second-team All-American in 2009, is the only other player in program history to receive NAIA All-American status.
Sarah Elizabeth Cousar recently became only the second Freed-Hardeman University softball player to be honored as an NAIA All-American.
Mackey caps career with All-American selection Freed-Hardeman University senior outfielder Justin Mackey recently capped off his college baseball career with a selection to the NAIA All-American Second Team. Mackey, from Sand Rock, Ala., hit .406 with 13 doubles and a team-high 52 RBIs. He also stole 21 bases in 26 attempts in his final year with the Lions. His .406 batting average ranked 20th in the NAIA. He had 76 hits for the second straight year and finished his career with a .374 batting average, ranking eighth all-time at Freed-Hardeman. Mackey also had a 22game hitting streak late in the season. “Justin had a great year and finished off a great career at FHU,” said Lion head coach
Freed-Hardeman University senior outfielder Justin Mackey capped off his college baseball career with a selection to the NAIA All-American Jonathan Estes. “He put his name in the single season and career record books
countless times. It will be very difficult to replace his production.”
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Freed-Hardeman Lions add Oklahoma guard The Freed-Hardeman University Lion basketball team added a second player to its incoming freshman class with the recent signing of Jay Finley of Norman, Okla. Finley, a 6-foot-5 guard, prepped at Norman High School where he averaged 15 points per game as a senior despite missing most of the season with an injury. He lettered for three years and was the Durant High School Lion Classic 2012 Tournament MVP. He also played AAU ball for Tulsa Select, NTSB12 and Oklahoma Impact. “We are excited about Jay coming into our program,” said FHU head coach Jason Shelton. “He is young man of high character who had to deal with injury during his senior season. As a player he is very versatile. His ability to shoot, pass, handle and score off the dribble should allow him to contribute on the floor right away.”
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The Freed-Hardeman University Lion basketball team added a second player to its incoming freshman class with the recent signing of Jay Finley of Norman, Okla.
Lady Lions basketball signs Lexington's Moffitt The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team signed a local standout to its 2013-14 recruiting class with the recent addition of Andrea Moffitt of Lexington. Moffitt, a 5-foot-10 forward, averaged 12.7 points and 8.4 rebounds per game and had 45 steals as a senior on her way to an all-district selection. She was selected to play in the West Tennessee All-Star Game. As a junior, she also made all-district after averaging 10.3 points and 6.2 rebounds per contest. “Andrea has the versatility to play the three or the four spot on offense. She can attack the basket or elevate to hit the mid-range jumper,” said FHU head coach Dale Neal. “She is extremely athletic and has outstanding hands. Her length and great anticipation on defense make it difficult for offensive players to pass the ball by her. With the tools she has, we have every reason to believe her potential is limitless.”
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Business homework ... and know your customer base, you have a projected sales budget, a one year, a three year and a five year. And you have to be prepared for those years that you’ll grow 10 percent and those years that you’re going to grow 50 percent. And you’re thinking ‘yeah I want the year that’s 50 percent.’ The hardest years I’ve ever had were the years I have grown over 50 percent ... because you don’t have enough time to know all the details of your business, to know the pitfalls and too much growth is not healthy because it affects your cash flow. ... And even if money is not your problem, it’s getting your vendors to buy into your business.” Jones reminds those just starting out to remember what’s important. “One of hardest things about starting your own business is remembering self because you sell out to that business. You gave it your all, used all your finances to get it going. It’s hard to stay whole. It’s hard to stay mentally well, physical well and spiritually well because your focus is so driven to that one thing and that’s not what we were created for. We were created to worship with our Creator and our family and those are priorities over business. And there are times when business comes first and it shouldn’t. ... It took me to 35 to realize that you don’t have to be superwoman.” Jones remembers “My oldest son, it was his graduation night. At 5 I was trying to match paint. ... 7 pomp and circumstance was going to start and I looked down at my fingers at 5:15 ... and I had paint all over me and I thought ‘What’s more important? This customer having their paint at 7? And what if they don’t come in till 7:30? You’re going to get here in time to get it finished before that anyway. [Are you
going] to miss your son’s graduation?’ It was one of those moments that make you stop and say ‘Hey get a grip. This is just a job.’ So I ran home and dolled up to go to my son’s graduation. [That was] the most important thing.” Southern Chic Spatique Stacey Ingold The Successful Newcomer Stacy Ingold owns Southern Chic Spatique (Spatique), a full service spa and boutique offering massage, waxing, manicures, pedicures, facials, hair services as well as clothing and gift items. Spatique has a bridal registry, a baby registry and offers monogramming. Ingold started Spatique six months ago after first meeting with representatives from the Chamber of Commerce and Tennessee Small Business Development. “I guess it’s always been a dream since I got into the beauty industry but this came together very quickly. I was at that point where I had worked at a great place for 10 years and this was the next step to advance.” Her inspiration came from her family and then “It all fell in place. The building was open for rent and we came in and the ideas started coming together. Since it was an older building that’s why we decided to do repurposed furniture and using old doors and things like that. And alot of the pieces having meaning. They’re either from houses in Chester County or like my door at my station is my grandmother’s door so there are alot of different things here.” The hardest part for Ingold was “probably getting all the different requirements, license and all that stuff. Being educated on that. That was a little different. ... But I’m really happy that we’re six months in and we are a thriving business. We just right off the bat [had] people coming in excited. The community has been really great to us. Our most exciting moment is that [at] six months in we’re mak-
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The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team signed a local standout to its 2013-14 recruiting class with the recent addition of Andrea Moffitt of Lexington.
The Sports Whisperer’s programs – Bedtime Stories for Young Athletes. The CD program contains 23 short bedtime stories which will entertain, educate, motivate and inspire young athletes. Each anecdote teaches kids how to stay calm, focused, confident and optimistic. They also teach children how to enjoy their sport, their teammates and their coaches. Most stories are just a few minutes long so this program is quick and simple. In a short period of time, the kids will understand how their mind can control their body. They will learn the same techniques that professional athletes use to get in the zone and stay there. “Young athletes who want to gain more confidence in themselves and get better at sports should know there is light at the end of the
tunnel,” said Dr. Granat. “We can help them improve focus, manage pressure, eliminate self-criticism and believe in themselves on and off the field.” The Sports Whisperer is not only helping young athletes locally, but his outstanding work is creating an impact nationally and internationally. Recently, a mother of triplets from New Zealand bought the program to help her triplets who compete in several sports. Jay P. Granat, Ph.D., has coached young athletes, including Olympians, from around the world in virtually every sport from baseball to basketball, tennis, golf, swimming, wresting, hockey, fencing, ice skating, the martial arts, gymnastics, diving, soccer and many more. Dr. Granat has written several books on sports psychology and has developed several programs to help young athletes perform better in their chosen sports.
Tennessee Small had told him “It’s not Tennessee ing it.” Small Ingold’s biggest Business Development going to be as easy as Business, Joel and advice to those starting and has pursued fur- you think. There’s a lot Ron, and talk to them. out is “educate your- ther education in his more rules than you They’ll help get you self. Use all the field. “I’ve met with the know.” But Dunbar started. They’re pretty Small enjoys the progress he good. Joel is who I’ve resources available. ... Tennessee If you’re not a member Business Development, has made thus far. talked to mostly. He’s of the C h a m b e r, you need to be. Emily [ H u n t Johnson] can help you find all these resources out there so you can gain knowledge about what you are doing. There are aspects of it that I’ve had to learn alot about. I can do the beauty stuff but the books and Photo Courtesy of the Bramblett Group things like that, it’s nice Southern Chic Spatique offers a full service spa in a relaxing environment that is sure to to have melt your cares away. someone who can help you, Joel Newman and Ron “Getting the burm pretty good at helping guide you through Acree, and I’ve talked built out there and put- people develop and to them and they put ting up some left and everything. So I’d say that.” In five to 10 years me on a path. I’ve also right shooting limits, start there. Fundraise. Ingold would like to see started something on aiming limits. Right Talk to friends and her business growing, the Internet called now it’s somewhere family. Get what you “Offer[ing] more serv- Wicked Start. It’s to between 200 and 150 can and get started.” ices to the community.” help you get your yards and just to see it He chose Henderson In that time, she would thoughts in order in a at that distance ..., it as the location for his also like to be a part of very simplified way. feels good. To be able to business because “it’s local businesses work- They just ask you a go out and see it and where we live. I don’t ing together to attract question and they’ll say ‘Now I just need to want to move unless give you an example work on the next everything fails with out of town shoppers. most of the time. And step.’” my current business. I Victory Ranges you answer it and then He is hoping to open think the business Chris Dunbar at the end it compiles it sometime this summer. economy could be The Careful Planner all into a business He is currently going faster but it has room After serving our model. It’s pretty inter- to school in Crump for to grow. There’s alot of country in the military, esting. I went to school machine tools. space and people. The Chris Dunbar could for gunsmithing to get “Building guns from economy could be not decide which civil- certified and [become the action and barrel- boosted. We, as small ian avenue he wanted familiar with] the laws ing ... there’s a lot into business owners, could to take but he knew he .... I’ve also done a lot of it. I’m also going to do help boost it.” would like to work for research. I’ve talked to the C&C machines Ultimately, “In 10 himself and the idea the State of Tennessee which if the range and years I’d like to see for Victory Ranges was Department of Safety the gunsmith shop myself with a full gunborn. Victory Ranges and they have a person here don’t work out, I’ll smith shop, full pistol is “going to be a gun- that deals with just have a fall back. The and rifle range and smithing and shooting shooting ranges. I’ve manufacturer is maybe archery and range.” bought the 88 acres. always looking for have one or two people Dunbar came up I’ve become a certified someone with machine working for me, a couwith the idea for his NRA basic pistol experience and gun- ple in the gunsmith business because he instructor, just waiting smithing experience. shop and a couple on wanted to do some- on the paperwork now. And they consider the the range.” thing he loves. The next step with that school, the one I went So if you are inter“Shooting has always is [to] apply with the to, very creditable and ested in starting your been a passion of mine State and get the range the program I’m in own business, you will and when I was a kid I up to date for con- now very creditable.” find yourself in great was in awe of a gun- cealed carry classes.” Dunbar doesn’t want to company. You’ll also smith. You know they Dunbar has faced leave Chester County discover a wealth of could do so many dif- some unexpected chal- even if he would have knowledge and some ferent things and knew lenges. “But being a more opportunities great resources at the about all these differ- veteran does help. working for gun manu- H e n d e r s o n - C h e s t e r ent guns. And it’s just There are some pro- facturers. “I’d like County Chamber of something I want to grams, some loan pro- them to move here,” he Commerce. For more pursue and something grams with the lowest says laughing. information contact I’ve always been inter- interest rates of all Dunbar’s advice to Emily Hunt Johnson, ested in.” from the Patriot people thinking of Executive Director, at Like Ingold, Dunbar Express, the small starting their own 989-5222 or worked with the business association.” business is “To get info@chestercountyChamber and with He wishes someone hold of the guys at chamber.com.
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Education
Adult Education graduates class of 2013
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Chester County Adult Education held their spring Commencement ceremony on May 30 at the Henderson City Hall. Participating in the Graduation exercises were, front row, Patricia Alejandre, Kathy Brown, Bobby O’Neal, Patricia Harville, Levi Robertson and Brenda Tedford, instructor; back row, Thomas Leach, supervisor, Amina Smith and James Moore.
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Moore receives Master’s Degree Jordan Elizabeth Moore, daughter of Bob and Janeane Moore, graduated with honors from the University of Memphis on May 12 with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration with a concentration in N o n p r o f i t Management. She also received her Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credentials through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance and was inducted into Pi Alpha Alpha and the Pinnacle honor societies. Moore is currently employed with the University of Memphis’ Governors School for
JORDAN ELIZABETH MOORE International Studies and is a remote research advocate for
the Hotel Rwanda Rusesaba gina Foundation.
Library hosts Cat in the Hat and Touch a Truck
Touch a Truck Event Photos by Marney E. Gilliam, Independent
Wednesday, June 5, the Chester County Library hosted “Touch a Truck.” Though a rainy morning, there was a short respite and the children took advantage of it to climb in fire trucks, a police car, a military vehicle and a huge vehicle from the highway department. The children also had the chance to meet Rescue Squad members, Southwest Tennessee Electric and Chester County Highway Department employees, police, fire fighters and National Guard personnel and “oooh” and “aaaah” over the large vehicles from Southwest Tennessee Electric. The Rescue Squad also showed the children some of the tools they use to extract those trapped in vehicles.
Cat in the Hat Event Photos courtesy of the Chester County Library
Tuesday, June 4, children met Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat at the Chester County Library.
The library was full of children and their families waiting to meet this famous feline. Pictures were taken, giveaways were had and children eagerly enjoyed all that the library had to offer.
Parking was at a premium at the library for those excited to see the Cat in the Hat.
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FOR SALE FOR SALE ~ Land and Lots in Chester County. No restrictions & NO CREDIT CHECK. $100 down & $100 / month. 731-9894859 or 901-826-8978. 7 days a week. (TFC) WANT TO BUY ~ 1961 CCHS Annual. Call 731-431-3627. (6P) HOUSE FOR SALE ~ Freshly remodeled House 3 Bedroom and 1 Bath, Owner will pay up to 6% Closing Cost. Located at 9105 HWY 225 MASSEYVILLE call 646-0889. (7P) FOR SALE ~ Golf Clubs, Iron 3SW. Call 989-9157. (6P) FOR SALE OR RENT ~ 3 Bedroom House For Sale or Rent in Finger. Call 731-879-9215. (6P) FOR SALE BY OWNER- 3 BR, 2 ½ BA Very Good Condition, Located 3 Miles out of Henderson on Hwy 100W. Asking 109,000 Call 731-608-3446 For Info. (7P) FOR SALE2000 Harley Davidson Fatboy Lots of Chrome 28000 Miles Great Shape 8500 OBO 989-0620. (6P) FOR SALE – 2004 Honda 750 Shadow Aero Motorcycle like New, New Tires, Loaded. $3800 731-608-2702. (6P)
MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE MOBILE HOME FOR SALE2000 Model, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath 16 X 80. Must be Moved $15,500 Call 608-3106. (6P) MOBILE HOME FOR SALE – 2008 Vinyl / Shingle, 14 x 48, 2 / 1. Ready to Move in Now, Set-Up in Small Park 3 Miles from Lexington Clayton Homes. 731-968-4937. (8C) SALE – SALE – SALE! Model Displays Must Go ~ New Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Homes Starting at $43,500 ~
Single Sections Start at $29,500. CLAYTON HOMES ~ Hwy 72 West, Corinth, MS ~ ¼ Mile Past Magnolia Hospital. (7C)
Pleasant Springs. $625 / month. Grantham Properties 983-RENT. (TFC)
MOBILE HOME FOR SALE – Have $2,500 DEP, Repos on Land Ready to Move In Throughout West TN Area. Clayton Homes of Lexington, TN. 731-9684937. (8C)
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FOR RENT FOR RENT – 1 BR Apartment. Assistance Animals Only. $350 / Month and 50% Deposit. Call 879-9119. (TFC) FOR RENT – 2-bedroom, 1-bath townhouse, $390 a month, $150 deposit. 467-0226. (TFC) FOR RENT – Mobile Homes in Jacks Creek Area, Nice Community. No Pets. Senior Discount. Call 989-4227. (TFC) FOR RENT – 3 bedroom, 2 bath house, fenced yard. 1145 Maness. $650 / month. 989-7488. (TFC) FOR RENT – Commercial building. 3900 sq. ft. plus basement $1500/Month Will divide. 117 W. Main. Grantham Properties. 983RENT. (TFC) FOR RENT – Retail / office space. 1250 sq. ft. $500; 1950 sq. ft. $800. 865 Hwy. 45. 983RENT. (TFC)
JIM’S TRASH SERVICE ~ $15 / Month. $13 / Month for Senior Citizens. Clean up Jobs Also. Call 731-989-5732 or 731-879-0662. (8P) SITTER- Will do Private Sitting in Henderson or Jackson 870-8312324. (7C) LOST – From Utility Trailer – Fence off Rip Saw. $25 Reward if Found and Returned. 731-6084001. (6P)
HELP WANTED DRIVERS ~ Home Every 5 - 7 Days. 2800 - 3200 Miles Weekly. Start at 37 cpm (3 cpm monthly bonus also available). Must have a Class A CDL, be at least 23 yrs. old, have 18 mo. trac / trlr exp. and meet all DOT requirements. Wiseway Transportation Services Call 800-876-1660 ext. 177 or apply online at www.wiseway.com (6P)
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FOR RENT – 2 BR, 1 Bath Brick Duplex, Stove, Refrigerator and Dishwasher included. Porch on Front, Deck on Back. Quiet Neighborhood Street. NO PETS, NO EXCEPTIONS. References Required. $300 deposit and $450 Rent a month. 608-3565. (6P)
A DEVOTED FAMILY PROMISES to Cherish Your Child Unconditionally. Financially secure; expenses paid. Your Child is Already Loved In Our Hearts! Selena & Steve 1-866-877-4737 www.SelenaAndSteveAdopt.c om (TnScan)
FOR RENT – 2 BR, 1 BA, $500/Month, $300/Deposit. Walk to FHU 731-300-2722 (TFC)
A WARM, LOVING single successful woman wishes to adopt. Will be HANDS-ON
FOR RENT – 2BR, 1BA House, Located on Sanford Cove $425/Month, 50% Deposit. 8799119. (6C) FOR RENT – 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1800 sq. ft. mobile home. 1405
mom. Financial security. Expenses paid. Let’s help each other. Please call Michelle 888-242-7968 (TnScan) ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY JUNE 22 at 10AM, Riverside Drive, Savannah Tennessee, Selling Antique Furniture, Glassware, 25+ Civil War Period Style Dresses, A Shop Full of Metal, Mechanic and Work Working Tools, 10% Buyers Premium, Jeff Wilkes Agent (731) 6078213. Tony Neill TFL#1468, Ph. (731) 412-2344 or (731) 926-3133, Heritage Auction and Real Estate TFL#4556 Ph. (731) 925-3534, Visit www.TonyNeill.com For List and Pictures. (TnScan) SAVE ON CABLE TVInternet-Digital PhoneSatellite. You’ve Got A Choice! Options from All major service providers. Call us to learn more! Call Today. 888-686-1164 (TnScan) DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT children $125.00. Includes name change and property settlement agreement. SAVE hundreds. Fast and easy. Call 1888-733-7165, 24/7 (TnScan) DRIVING FOR A CAREER – No Experience? No Problem! 2 Weeks Local training in Jackson, TN or Dyersburg, TN. *Great Pay *Benefits *Job Security *Student Tuition Loans Available *Placement Assistance. Drive-Train 119 E. L. Morgan Dr. Jackson, TN 1-800-423-8820 or DriveTrain 2045 St. John Ave. Dyersburg, TN 1-800-423-
2730 www.drive-train.org (TnScan) HOST FAMILIES WANTED: TOGETHER, We Can Make a Difference in the World! Seeking loving Tennessee families in our community to welcome foreign exchange students into their heart and home for the upcoming school year. Make a teenager from abroad realize their dream by sharing Tennessee hospitality. Students are 15-18 years old, bring spending money, want to share cultures, speak English and have full insurance. Empty nesters, retired couples, single parents, families with young or older children make excellent host families. APPLY TODAY! Call Pat at 855-704-3342. www.iseusa.com. (TnScan) TIDY NOOK NEEDS handyman / landscaper / cleaner to service properties in area. Travel required. Will train. Must have access to internet and own tools. 888389-8237 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL FLATBED Drivers Needed Excellent Pay & Benefits: 6 month exp. Min 23yrs of age 877-261-2101 (TnScan) MILAN EXPRESS DRIVING ACADEMY *Student Loans & Placement Assistance Available “Qualified Applicants” Approved for Veterans Training 1-800-645-2698 www.milanexpress.com/dri-
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vingacademy 53D E.L. Morgan Dr., Jackson, TN 38305 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL DRIVERS NEEDED Midwest Regional, Home weekends, 38CPM, Paid Orientation, Full Benefits - $1500 Signing Bonus Frontier Transport 877-9978 9 9 9 www.DriveForFrontier.com (TnScan) 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED Learn to drive for Werner Enterprises! Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks 1-888-4075172 (TnScan) FLATBED DRIVERS NEW PAY Scale- Start @ .37cpm Up to .04cpm Mileage Bonus, Home Weekends, Insurance & 401K Apply @ Boydandsons.com 800-6489915 (TnScan) TANKER & FLATBED C O M P A N Y Drivers/Independent Contractors! Immediate Placement Available. Best Opportunities in the Trucking Business. Call Today 800277-0212 or www.primeinc.com (TnScan
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CHESTER COUNTY INDEPENDENT • Thursday, June 13, 2013
Public Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of: Robert H. Williams Notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of May, 2013 Letters of Testamentary in respect of the Estate of Robert H. Williams who died April 27, 2013, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Chester County Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the clerk of the above named court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be forever barred. (1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to the creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death. This 23rd day of May, 2013. Barbara Lynn England Executor Cornelia Hall Clerk and Master Estate of Robert H. Williams WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee DSaleNoticeTNShellie_awoodard_130529_ 1059 FOR SALE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.MYFIR.COM and WWW.REALTYTRAC.COM
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust Note dated August 19, 1999, and the Deed of Trust of even date securing the same, recorded September 2, 1999, at Book 177, Page 299 in Office of the Register of Deeds for Chester County, Tennessee, executed by William Garrison and Amanda Garrison, conveying certain property therein described to Arnold M.Weiss, Attorney as Trustee for America’s Wholesale Lender; and the undersigned, Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., having been appointed Successor Trustee. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable; and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Successor Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Successor Trustee will, on June 20, 2013 on or about 12:00 P.M., at the Chester County Courthouse, Henderson, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder FOR CASH, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust, said property being real estate situated in Chester County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning on an iron rod in the Western margin of Garland Road and
being 30 feet from the center of said road and also being in the East line of the original 3/4 acre of John W. Clayton and Wife, Louise N. Clayton and being in the West line of property formerly owned by Nobles; thence the West line of Nobles South 0 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds East a distance of 119.02 feet to an iron post; thence with a severance line through other property of Louise Clayton South 81 degrees 06 minutes 09 seconds West passing through a cedar tree a total distance of 221.61 feet to an iron post in the East line of Nash; thence with the line of Nash North 0 degrees 48 minutes 16 seconds West passing through a large Beech Tree a total distance of 162.86 feet to an iron post; thence with a severance line through the original 3/4 acre of John and Louise Clayton South 87 degrees 31 minutes 11 seconds East a distance of 220.77 feet to the point of beginning. This being the same property conveyed to William Garrison and Wife, Amanda Garrison by Quit Claim Deed of Louise Clayton, dated December 22, 1998 and of record in record Book 169, Page 515, Register’s Office of Chester County, Tennessee. Easement: A 35 feet wide access easement crosses this property as follows: Beginning on an iron rod being the Northeast corner of the above described Lot; thence South 0 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds East a distance of 119.02 feet to an iron post; thence South 81 degrees 06 minutes 09 seconds West a distance of 35.4 feet to a point; thence North 90 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds West a distance of 126.01 feet to a point; thence South 87 degrees 31 minutes 11 seconds East a distance of 35.04 feet to the point of beginning. Easement: An access easement serves this property as followed: Beginning on an iron rod in the Northeast corner of the above described Lot; thence with the North line of same North 87 degrees 31 minutes 11 seconds West a distance of 35.04 feet to a point; thence North 0 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds West a distance of 94.12 feet to a point in the West margin of Garland Road; thence with the margin of said road and with the curve thereof a distance of 102.13 feet to the point of beginning. Survey performed on June 2, 1999 by C.E. Lewis, Registered Land Surveyor, Tennessee, Cert. Number 1380, Jackson, Tennessee. ALSO KNOWN AS: 3225 Garland Road, Pinson, Tennessee 38366 This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, the following parties may claim an interest in the above-referenced property: William Garrison; Amanda Garrison; Chester County Bank The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the
sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. W&A No. 93190697 DATED May 20, 2013 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., Successor Trustee
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness and obligations secured by a certain Deed of Trust on property currently owned by ANDY BLACKWELL and wife, CINDY BLACKWELL, and which Deed of Trust was executed by Andy Blackwell and wife, Cindy Blackwell, to Matt Wilkinson, Trustee for The Peoples Bank and is recorded in the Register’s Office of Chester County, Tennessee in Record Book 338, page 542. WHEREAS, the undersigned was appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Trust Deed Book 374, page 111, in said Register’s Office. WHEREAS, the owner of the indebtedness has declared the total amount due and has directed the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described by said Deed of Trust; THEREFORE, this is to give notice that I will on June 21, 2013, commencing at 11:15 a.m., at the Front Door of the Courthouse in Henderson, Chester County, Tennessee cause to be offered for sale and will cause to be sold at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property located in Chester County, Tennessee, and more particularly described as follows, to wit: Said property is known as 260 Bray Lane, Henderson, Tennessee. For a more complete description of said property see Trust Deed recorded in Record Book 338, Page 542, in the Register’s Office of Chester County, Tennessee. Map 11, Group —, Parcel 6.26. Interested parties include the following: 1) Simmons Lumber Company, pursuant to Liens recorded in Record Book 345, Page 428, and Record Book 355, Page 333, in the Register’s Office of Chester County, Tennessee. 2) Southern Concrete Products, Inc., pursuant to Lien recorded in Record Book 364, Page 303, in said Register’s Office. 3) American Express Bank, FSB, pursuant to Lien recorded in Record Book 364, Page 657, in said Register’s Office. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. This office is a debt collector. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. R. Bradley Sigler Substitute Trustee 218 West Main Street Jackson, TN 38301
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SAVE ON CABLE TVInternet-Digital PhoneSatellite. You’ve Got A Choice! Options from All major service providers. Call us to learn more! Call Today. 888-686-1164 (TnScan) DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT children $125.00. Includes name change and property settlement agreement. SAVE hundreds. Fast and easy. Call 1888-733-7165, 24/7 (TnScan) DRIVING FOR A CAREER – No Experience? No Problem! 2 Weeks Local training in Jackson, TN or Dyersburg, TN. *Great Pay *Benefits *Job Security *Student Tuition Loans Available *Placement Assistance. Drive-Train 119 E. L. Morgan Dr. Jackson, TN 1-800-423-8820 or DriveTrain 2045 St. John Ave. Dyersburg, TN 1-800-4232730 www.drive-train.org (TnScan) HOST FAMILIES WANTED: TOGETHER, We Can Make a Difference in the World! Seeking loving Tennessee families in our community to welcome foreign exchange students into their heart and home for the upcoming school year. Make a teenager from abroad realize their dream by sharing Tennessee hospitality. Students are 15-18 years old, bring spending money, want to share cultures, speak English and have full insurance. Empty nesters, retired couples, single parents, families with young or older children make excellent host families. APPLY TODAY! Call Pat at 855-704-3342. www.iseusa.com. (TnScan) TIDY NOOK NEEDS handyman / landscaper / cleaner to service properties in area. Travel required. Will train. Must have access to internet and own tools. 888389-8237 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL FLATBED Drivers Needed Excellent Pay & Benefits: 6 month exp. Min 23yrs of age 877-261-2101 (TnScan) MILAN EXPRESS DRIVING ACADEMY *Student Loans & Placement Assistance Available “Qualified Applicants” Approved for Veterans Training 1-800-645-2698 www.milanexpress.com/drivingacademy 53D E.L. Morgan Dr., Jackson, TN 38305 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL DRIVERS NEEDED Midwest Regional, Home weekends, 38CPM, Paid Orientation, Full Benefits - $1500 Signing Bonus Frontier Transport 877-9978 9 9 9 www.DriveForFrontier.com (TnScan) 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED Learn to drive for Werner Enterprises! Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks 1-888-4075172 (TnScan) FLATBED DRIVERS NEW PAY Scale- Start @ .37cpm Up to .04cpm Mileage Bonus, Home Weekends, Insurance & 401K Apply @ Boydandsons.com 800-6489915 (TnScan)
A DEVOTED FAMILY PROMISES to Cherish Your Child Unconditionally. Financially secure; expenses paid. Your Child is Already Loved In Our Hearts! Selena & Steve 1-866-877-4737 www.SelenaAndSteveAdopt.c om (TnScan)
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A WARM, LOVING single successful woman wishes to adopt. Will be HANDS-ON mom. Financial security. Expenses paid. Let’s help each other. Please call Michelle 888-242-7968 (TnScan)
EXPERIENCED DRIVERS - EXCELLENT REGIONAL Runs! Great Home Time with Full Benefits! Competitive Weekly Pay & Late Model Equipment. Arnold Transportation www.drivearnold.com 888742-8056 (TnScan)
ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY JUNE 22 at 10AM, Riverside Drive, Savannah Tennessee, Selling Antique Furniture, Glassware, 25+ Civil War Period Style Dresses, A Shop Full of Metal, Mechanic and Work Working Tools, 10% Buyers Premium, Jeff Wilkes Agent (731) 6078213. Tony Neill TFL#1468, Ph. (731) 412-2344 or (731) 926-3133, Heritage Auction and Real Estate TFL#4556 Ph. (731) 925-3534, Visit www.TonyNeill.com For List and Pictures. (TnScan)
TRACTORS & STRAIGHT TRUCKS Needed Immediately. Tractors $1.70 all Miles, Straight Trucks $1.60 with FSC Truckload Tractors. 888-888-7996 Team Drivers Call Today (TnScan) DRIVERS - CDL-A DRIVERS NEEDED! Solos up to 38¢/mile. 50¢/mile for Hazmat Teams. New Trucks Arriving Daily! 800-942-2104 Ext. 7308 or 7307 www.TotalMS.com (TnScan)
DRIVERS: TRAINING, CLASS A-CDL. Train and work for us! Professional and focused training for your Class A-CDL. You choose between Company Driver, Owner Operator, Lease Operator or Lease Trainer. (877) 369-7191 www.centraltruckdrivingjobs.com (TnScan) YOUR NEW DRIVING JOB Is One Phone Call Away! Experienced CDL-A Drivers and Excellent Benefits. Weekly Hometime. 888-3628608. 1 to 5 Weeks Paid Training. Recent Grads w/a CDL-A can apply online at AverittCareers.com Equal Opportunity Employer (TnScan) COMPANY DRIVER: TEAM DRIVERS Needed. $0.513 per mile + $15/Stop (split). Long Haul. CDL-A with 1 year OTR and Hazmat End. Sign-on Bonus. Also Hiring Owner Operators. Call 888-705-3217 or apply online at www.drivenctrans.com (TnScan) SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3997.00- Make & Save Money with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N (TnScan) BANK REPOSSESSION ACQUIRED $49,900. Crossville, Tennessee. PreGrand Opening Sale. 30 Acres, Wooded on Mountain Stream. Minutes from 4 State Parks & TN River. Brand new to market. Call Now 877/2372958 (TnScan) HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME. 6-8 weeks. Accredited. Get a Diploma. Get a Job! No Computer Needed. Free Brochure. 1-800-264-8330 Benjamin Franklin HS www.DiplomaFromHome.co m (TnScan) YOUR LOW COST ADVERTISING Solution! One call & your 25 word ad will appear in 98 Tennessee newspapers for $265/wk or 24 West TN newspapers for $95/wk. Call this newspaper’s classified advertising dept. or go to www.tnadvertising.biz. (TnScan) A DEVOTED FAMILY PROMISES to Cherish Your Child Unconditionally. Financially secure; expenses paid. Your Child is Already Loved In Our Hearts! Selena & Steve 1-866-877-4737 www.SelenaAndSteveAdopt.c om (TnScan) A WARM, LOVING single successful woman wishes to adopt. Will be HANDS-ON mom. Financial security. Expenses paid. Let’s help each other. Please call Michelle 888-242-7968 (TnScan) ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY JUNE 22 at 10AM, Riverside Drive, Savannah Tennessee, Selling Antique Furniture, Glassware, 25+ Civil War Period Style Dresses, A Shop Full of Metal, Mechanic and Work Working Tools, 10% Buyers Premium, Jeff Wilkes Agent (731) 6078213. Tony Neill TFL#1468, Ph. (731) 412-2344 or (731) 926-3133, Heritage Auction and Real Estate TFL#4556 Ph. (731) 925-3534, Visit www.TonyNeill.com For List and Pictures. (TnScan) SAVE ON CABLE TVInternet-Digital PhoneSatellite. You’ve Got A Choice! Options from All major service providers. Call us to learn more! Call Today. 888-686-1164 (TnScan) DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT children $125.00. Includes name change and property settlement agreement. SAVE hundreds. Fast and easy. Call 1888-733-7165, 24/7 (TnScan) DRIVING FOR A CAREER – No Experience? No Problem! 2 Weeks Local training in Jackson, TN or Dyersburg, TN. *Great Pay *Benefits *Job Security *Student Tuition Loans Available *Placement Assistance. Drive-Train 119 E. L. Morgan Dr. Jackson, TN 1-800-423-8820 or DriveTrain 2045 St. John Ave. Dyersburg, TN 1-800-4232730 www.drive-train.org (TnScan)
CHESTER COUNTY INDEPENDENT • Thursday, June 13, 2013 HOST FAMILIES WANTED: TOGETHER, We Can Make a Difference in the World! Seeking loving Tennessee families in our community to welcome foreign exchange students into their heart and home for the upcoming school year. Make a teenager from abroad realize their dream by sharing Tennessee hospitality. Students are 15-18 years old, bring spending money, want to share cultures, speak English and have full insurance. Empty nesters, retired couples, single parents, families with young or older children make excellent host families. APPLY TODAY! Call Pat at 855-704-3342. www.iseusa.com. (TnScan) TIDY NOOK NEEDS handyman / landscaper / cleaner to service properties in area. Travel required. Will train. Must have access to internet and own tools. 888389-8237 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL FLATBED Drivers Needed Excellent Pay & Benefits: 6 month exp. Min 23yrs of age 877-261-2101 (TnScan) MILAN EXPRESS DRIVING ACADEMY *Student Loans & Placement Assistance Available “Qualified Applicants” Approved for Veterans Training 1-800-645-2698 www.milanexpress.com/drivingacademy 53D E.L. Morgan Dr., Jackson, TN 38305 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL DRIVERS NEEDED Midwest Regional, Home weekends, 38CPM, Paid Orientation, Full Benefits - $1500 Signing Bonus Frontier Transport 877-9978 9 9 9 www.DriveForFrontier.com
(TnScan) 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED Learn to drive for Werner Enterprises! Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks 1-888-4075172 (TnScan) FLATBED DRIVERS NEW PAY Scale- Start @ .37cpm Up to .04cpm Mileage Bonus, Home Weekends, Insurance & 401K Apply @ Boydandsons.com 800-6489915 (TnScan) TANKER & FLATBED C O M P A N Y Drivers/Independent Contractors! Immediate Placement Available. Best Opportunities in the Trucking Business. Call Today 800277-0212 or www.primeinc.com (TnScan EXPERIENCED DRIVERS - EXCELLENT REGIONAL Runs! Great Home Time with Full Benefits! Competitive Weekly Pay & Late Model Equipment. Arnold Transportation www.drivearnold.com 888742-8056 (TnScan) TRACTORS & STRAIGHT TRUCKS Needed Immediately. Tractors $1.70 all Miles, Straight Trucks $1.60 with FSC Truckload Tractors. 888-888-7996 Team Drivers Call Today (TnScan) DRIVERS - CDL-A DRIVERS NEEDED! Solos up to 38¢/mile. 50¢/mile for Hazmat Teams. New Trucks Arriving Daily! 800-942-2104 Ext. 7308 or 7307 www.TotalMS.com (TnScan) DRIVERS: TRAINING, CLASS A-CDL. Train and work for us! Professional and focused training for your Class A-CDL. You choose
between Company Driver, Owner Operator, Lease Operator or Lease Trainer. (877) 369-7191 www.centraltruckdrivingjobs.com (TnScan) YOUR NEW DRIVING JOB Is One Phone Call Away! Experienced CDL-A Drivers and Excellent Benefits. Weekly Hometime. 888-3628608. 1 to 5 Weeks Paid Training. Recent Grads w/a CDL-A can apply online at AverittCareers.com Equal Opportunity Employer (TnScan) COMPANY DRIVER: TEAM DRIVERS Needed. $0.513 per mile + $15/Stop (split). Long Haul. CDL-A with 1 year OTR and Hazmat End. Sign-on Bonus. Also Hiring Owner Operators. Call 888-705-3217 or apply online at www.drivenctrans.com (TnScan) SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3997.00- Make & Save Money with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N (TnScan) BANK REPOSSESSION ACQUIRED $49,900. Crossville, Tennessee. PreGrand Opening Sale. 30 Acres, Wooded on Mountain Stream. Minutes from 4 State Parks & TN River. Brand new to market. Call Now 877/2372958 (TnScan) HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FROM HOME. 6-8 weeks. Accredited. Get a Diploma. Get a Job! No Computer Needed. Free Brochure. 1-800-264-8330 Benjamin Franklin HS www.DiplomaFromHome.co
m (TnScan) YOUR LOW COST ADVERTISING Solution! One call & your 25 word ad will appear in 98 Tennessee newspapers for $265/wk or 24 West TN newspapers for $95/wk. Call this newspaper’s classified advertising dept. or go to www.tnadvertising.biz. (TnScan) A DEVOTED FAMILY PROMISES to Cherish Your Child Unconditionally. Financially secure; expenses paid. Your Child is Already Loved In Our Hearts! Selena & Steve 1-866-877-4737 www.SelenaAndSteveAdopt.c om (TnScan) A WARM, LOVING single successful woman wishes to adopt. Will be HANDS-ON mom. Financial security. Expenses paid. Let’s help each other. Please call Michelle 888-242-7968 (TnScan) ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY JUNE 22 at 10AM, Riverside Drive, Savannah Tennessee, Selling Antique Furniture, Glassware, 25+ Civil War Period Style Dresses, A Shop Full of Metal, Mechanic and Work Working Tools, 10% Buyers Premium, Jeff Wilkes Agent (731) 6078213. Tony Neill TFL#1468, Ph. (731) 412-2344 or (731) 926-3133, Heritage Auction and Real Estate TFL#4556 Ph. (731) 925-3534, Visit www.TonyNeill.com For List and Pictures. (TnScan) SAVE ON CABLE TVInternet-Digital PhoneSatellite. You’ve Got A Choice! Options from All major service providers. Call us to learn more! Call Today. 888-686-1164 (TnScan) DIVORCE
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WITHOUT children $125.00. Includes name change and property settlement agreement. SAVE hundreds. Fast and easy. Call 1888-733-7165, 24/7 (TnScan) DRIVING FOR A CAREER – No Experience? No Problem! 2 Weeks Local training in Jackson, TN or Dyersburg, TN. *Great Pay *Benefits *Job Security *Student Tuition Loans Available *Placement Assistance. Drive-Train 119 E. L. Morgan Dr. Jackson, TN 1-800-423-8820 or DriveTrain 2045 St. John Ave. Dyersburg, TN 1-800-4232730 www.drive-train.org (TnScan) HOST FAMILIES WANTED: TOGETHER, We Can Make a Difference in the World! Seeking loving Tennessee families in our community to welcome foreign exchange students into their heart and home for the upcoming school year. Make a teenager from abroad realize their dream by sharing Tennessee hospitality. Students are 15-18 years old, bring spending money, want to share cultures, speak English and have full insurance. Empty nesters, retired couples, single parents, families with young or older children make excellent host families. APPLY TODAY! Call Pat at 855-704-3342. www.iseusa.com. (TnScan) TIDY NOOK NEEDS handyman / landscaper / cleaner to service properties in area. Travel required. Will train. Must have access to internet and own tools. 888389-8237 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL FLATBED Drivers Needed Excellent Pay & Benefits: 6 month exp. Min
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23yrs of age 877-261-2101 (TnScan) MILAN EXPRESS DRIVING ACADEMY *Student Loans & Placement Assistance Available “Qualified Applicants” Approved for Veterans Training 1-800-645-2698 www.milanexpress.com/drivingacademy 53D E.L. Morgan Dr., Jackson, TN 38305 (TnScan) CLASS A CDL DRIVERS NEEDED Midwest Regional, Home weekends, 38CPM, Paid Orientation, Full Benefits - $1500 Signing Bonus Frontier Transport 877-9978 9 9 9 www.DriveForFrontier.com (TnScan) 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED Learn to drive for Werner Enterprises! Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks 1-888-4075172 (TnScan) FLATBED DRIVERS NEW PAY Scale- Start @ .37cpm Up to .04cpm Mileage Bonus, Home Weekends, Insurance & 401K Apply @ Boydandsons.com 800-6489915 (TnScan) TANKER & FLATBED C O M P A N Y Drivers/Independent Contractors! Immediate Placement Available. Best Opportunities in the Trucking Business. Call Today 800277-0212 or www.primeinc.com (TnScan EXPERIENCED DRIVERS - EXCELLENT REGIONAL Runs! Great Home Time with Full Benefits! Competitive Weekly Pay & Late Model Equipment. Arnold Transportation www.drivearnold.com 888742-8056 (TnScan)
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