Discover Our Backyard Your Guide To Wayne And Surrounding Counties
PRESENTED BY: THE WAYNE COUNTY NEWS
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Schedule Of Events For Wayne County •May 31 & June 1 – Smoke on the River: Backyard Barbecue Competition and Art Show @ Ross Creek Recreational Area Smoke on the River is back and bigger than ever! Watch the barbecue competition; enjoy some delicious BBQ, as well as other food vendors. Byron (931) 722-0195. Clifton, TN •Saturday, June 1, 2013 Annual Butterfly 5K Walk/ Run Butterfly 5K Walk/ Run at Waynesboro City Park, off Hwy 64 East, Waynesboro. Gun time is 8 A.M. Beginners and professionals of all
ages invited! For entry forms, please contact Jim Beavers at 931-722-3658 or beaverslumber@gmail. com .For a downloadable brochure, click HERE •Saturday, June 8, 2013 -Collinwood Centennial Celebration 10 am until? The City of Collinwood Celebrates 100 years with live entertainment and Southern Cuisine! No Vendor Booth Fee. Contact Jerdie Ayers at 931-722-1099. •Saturday, June 8, 2013 - 10th Annual Tour de Wayne Bicycle rides of varying lengths through rural Wayne and
sections of Lewis and Perry counties. Tour via the antebellum Clifton Turnpike and visit sites like the Buffalo and the Tennessee rivers, Crazyhorse Recreational Park, Tennessee Fitness Spa. Century, metric century, half metric and family fun rides. Sag support and rest stops on all routes. $25 Rider fee includes souvenir t-shirt. Proceeds sponsor future chamber programming. Visit our Tour de Wayne page for more details or contact the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce at 931 722-3575 or chamber@netease.net. Click HERE for 2013 brochure and registration or HERE for only the 2013 registration form.
Wayne County... A Great Place To Visit A Great Place To Live
Wayne County Officials Jason Rich County Executive
Billy Joe Martin
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Road Superintendent
Step off the beaten path and enjoy our woods, water & wildlife.
Ric Wilson Sheriff
Janice Smith Billy Vencion
Trustee
Property Assessor
Ruth Butler Register Of Deeds
Billy Crews County Court Clerk
Wayne WayneCounty County Chamber Commerce Welcome Of Center Located Inside The 219County E. Broadway Wayne Courthouse
Collinwood, TN 38450
931-722-3575 931-724-4337
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Letter From Derrick Smith TMP, CTTP Middle TN Regional Manager Assistant Public Information Officer TN Dept. Of Tourist Development For the sixth consecutive year, tourism has contributed more than $1 billion in state and local taxes to Tennessee and $15.3 billion in statewide economic impact. Visitors enjoy our state and return year after year. The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development’s “Tennessee, We’re Playing Your Song” marketing campaign has been well received by partners across the state. With products such as the Discover Tennessee Trails and Byways,
T-3 and travel writer familiarization tours, the TDTD continues to promote the world renowned attractions, as well as, the hidden gems of the state. With local attractions such as Tennessee Fitness Spa, Clifton Marina, CrazyHorse Recreational Park and T. S. Stribling Museum, Wayne County has much to offer. Derrick Smith, TMP, CTTP Middle TN Regional Manager TN Dept. of Tourist Development
Enjoy Spectacular Scenery At Shoal Creek Canoe Run SHOAL CREEK CANOE RUN was established in 1997 by Patrick and Lisa Purser. We rent canoes and kayaks for individuals and groups along the beautiful Shoal Creek in Iron City, Tennessee. Enjoy spectacular scenery while floating along the creek. Bring your cooler and pull over
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on a sandbar for a picnic. Take a dip in the clear water. Grab a pole and catch some fish such as small- and large-mouth bass, black perch, and catfish (just to name a few). There are a few minor rapids on the upper run, but overall, the creek is
Class 1. It’s the perfect outdoor family activity, so bring your kids and pets. Our rates start at $35 per canoe and $25 per kayak for the 8 mile trip. We have other trips available, too. If you forget the necessities, don’t worry. We offer a variety of snacks, drinks, ice, sunglasses, suntan lotion, etc. We sell gasoline and diesel fuel, as well as oil and other automotive supplies. For the fisherman, we carry live and artificial bait and tackle. You can also get your hunting and fishing licenses here. We now offer primitive camping behind our store. If you canoe with us, then camping is free that same night. Otherwise, it is $5
per person, 12 and under camp free! Recently, we have built a stage behind us on the campgrounds. Look out for upcoming concerts and events! Our store is open 7 days a week starting at 6 am. We serve breakfast and lunch. Our breakfast offers delicious options such as eggs, cooked to order just how you like them, sausage gravy, biscuits, bacon, sausage, tenderloin, pancakes and much more. For lunch, we can fix a variety of hot and cold sandwiches, homemade chicken strips, juicy burgers and fresh salads. We also sell Hunt Brothers pizza and wings. Every Wednesday, we have a special such as a soup, stew or plate lunch which (Continued On Page Four)
Shoal Creek Canoe Run Canoes & Kayaks Available
PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS *GAS *ICE *SNACKS *DRINKS ~Hunting/Fishing License Sold ~Live Bait & Tackle ~Primitive Camping Available
Deli Open 7 Days A Week at 6:00 A.M. Serving Breakfast & Lunch Located at: 470 Iron City Rd • Hwy 227 Iron City, TN 38463
1-888-CANOE-80
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Hurricane Inn Offers All Southern Hospitality Perched on a hill overlooking Waynesboro and its beautiful surroundings you’ll find The Hurricane Inn. A great place for you to stay if you are visiting Waynesboro or just on your way through and need a place to sleep for the night. You’ll enjoy all
the conforts of home. The Hurricane Inn is a wonderful place to stay, not only do you experience their beautiful rooms and services provided in each room. But the service and professionalism shown by their staff is unbelievable as they show you that
small town southern hospitalilty that you’ll find in Waynesboro. They offer a continental breakfast, cable/wireless internet with 32 inch flat screen TV’s in every room. Also available are 2 suites with king size baths and Jacuzzi baths. Besides their lodging services they also offer a great conference room for meetings that can also be used as a banquet facility. This room is also equipped with a Big Screen TV to help with conducting meetings, sharing videos at banquets, etc.
Hurricane Inn
The Hurricane Inn is locally owned by Jeff and Janice Hunt, residents of Waynesboro. and is located at 550 Highway 64 East, Waynesboro. For more information on availability of rooms and rates call 931-7225579.
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varies week to week. Shoal Creek Canoe Run is located at 470 Iron City Road along Highway 227 in Iron City, Tennessee. Please check out our website at www. shoalcreekcanoerun.com for more information. We are also on Facebook. Call us toll free at 1-888-CANOE-80. We look forward to seeing you! Patrick and Lisa Purser
Letter From Susan Whitaker Commissioner Tennessee Dept. Of Tourist Development Dear Readers, We invite you to come and discover the hidden gems of rural Tennessee! As you travel along the way, you’ll meet friendly people willing to share their fascinating stories and expert craftsmanship. Be sure to stop at the local visitor center to gather information on sites of interest and special events. The Department of Tourist Development, working with tourism partners from around the state, has created a number of “Discover Tennessee Trails and Byways” for your traveling enjoyment and
convenience. Two of those trails, “Nashville’s Trace” and the “Tennessee River Trail,” take you deep into the rural communities of Wayne, Hardin, Perry, Lawrence and Lewis counties. Rich in history and culture, this region of Tennessee is home to Shiloh National Military Park, the Meriwether Lewis Memorial Site, the David Crockett Home and Museum, Native American settlements, the Tennessee Fitness Spa at Natural Bridge, Bonnie Blue Farm and the Amish Homestead Farm, just to name a few! For outdoor lovers, (Continued On Page Five)
931-722-5579
www.hurricaneinn.com
550 Highway 64 East Waynesboro, TN 38485
•Free Wi-Fi •Jacuzzi Suites•Standard 2 Queen Bedrooms •Efficiency Rooms W/Refrigerator & Microwave •Conference Room Available
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the region boasts an abundance of recreational opportunities, including canoeing the Buffalo, boating and fishing on the Tennessee River, wildlife viewing in Tennessee Wildlife Management Areas, RVing along the Natchez Trace Parkway and camping at several state and city parks. From iron furnaces to ancient mounds, primitive camping to riverfront golf resorts, it’s all here? Enjoy your Tennessee adventure. Tennessee… We’re playing your song! Warmest regards, Susan Whitaker
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•July 3, 2013 9 P.M. - Fireworks over
.Waynesboro Enjoy one of the most spectacular shows around! The best views are along Dexter Woods Blvd. (Hwy 64) in Waynesboro from Wayne Medical Center to court square. Sponsored by City of Waynesboro. •July 4, 2013 All Day 4th of July Celebration All day celebration of our nation’s independence! Vendor fees have been waived for this year, application is available HERE . For more information, please contact Waynesboro City Hall at 931-722-5458. •Saturday, July 13, 2013- 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Wayne County Family History And Crafts Fair at the Wayne County High School, 707 S. Main St., Waynesboro, TN. For more information contact
Bob Rains, County Historian at 931-722-5016 or 931-722-5621 or email at wchist1@netease.net. Click HERE to download the 2013 brochure. •July 14-19, 2013 FastPass-Allison Owners’ Rally on the Tennessee River in Clifton, TN. This is the fifth consecutive year for this year. For more information contact Troy Gardner or Amanda Alley at the Bear Inn, 931-676-5552. •August 9-10, 2013Wayne County Relay For Life for the American Cancer Society is scheduled for August 9 – 10 beginning at 6 P.M. on Friday and ending at 6 A.M. on Saturday, at the Waynesboro Sportsplex, on Hwy. 13 South. Anyone interested in organizing a Team for this
Breakfast 5 A.M. - 10 A.M. Lunch & Dinner Starts At 10 A.M. Friday & Saturday Open Till 10 P.M.
Drive Thru Available Call Ins Welcome
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•Snack Includes 3 Potato Wedges •Meal Includes 2 Small Side Items & Biscuit Sides: Mac & Cheese, Corn, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Beans, Potato Wedges (Sides May Vary Daily)
event or setting up a booth the night of the event, please contact Wonda Turnbo @ 931-7225438 or 931-722-9602 or Elizabeth Teeftaller @ 931-722-5438 or Dean Stegall @ 931-722-9073. The Softball Tournament begins at 10 P.M. on August 9, 2013, with the proceeds going to Relay for Life. For information and to register your team please contact John Hickman at Waynesboro City Hall, 931-722-5458. •August 31, 2013 Old Timers Day Live entertainment, food and fun for all ages! Parade featuring Mr. and Mrs. Old Timer and antique cars and tractors. Begins with breakfast at Ralph Hughes Park in the center of town. For more information, please
contact Jerdie Ayers at 931-722-1099. •September 5-7, 2013 Horseshoe Riverbend Festival Live music on Main Street with vendors, Military flyover, 10+ bands on Friday and Saturday and many things to see and do! Thursday Youth Night. Dancing on the
Street until 1 A.M. Friday and Saturday nights Tap beer sold on Main Street. Past headliners include Sammy Kershaw and Little Texas. For More information call 931-6763311 or Clifton Marina at 931-676-5225 or visit www.cityofclifton.com •September 21st - Harvest Festival- Waynesboro.
Natchez Trace Parkway Announces Free Junior Ranger Programs, Month Of June 2013 The Natchez Trace Parkway will begin Junior Ranger programs at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center on June 1, 2013. The programs will be conducted Saturday morning beginning at 10:00 a.m. and will cover natural and cultural
history topics that are related to the Natchez Trace Parkway. Parkway programs are free to the public and are most appropriate for children ages 7-12. Junior Ranger Program Schedule for June 2013 (Continued On Page Twenty-Two)
Collinwood Hardware
Broadway Street - Collinwood 931-724-4616 Roger & Keith Dixon, Owners •Hardware •Fertilizer •Feed •Carhartt Clothing •Garden Supplies •Lumber •Wolverine “Wayne County A Great Place To Live”
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Clifton And Waynesboro Involved In Community Thru Rotary Programs Wayne county is blessed to have two active Rotary
Clubs in our county. Waynesboro and Clifton
Rotarians are very active in the community and sponsor a whole list of events each year. Just some of the organizations that the Rotarians sponsor or contribute to include: Wayne County 4-H Programs, sending students to Boys State, Columbia State Community College events, sponsor for Wayne County Special Olympics, scholarships for local high school graduates, Hassell Junior High Basketball Tournament, Rotary District 6760 Honduras Project, The Butterfly Foundation, local school donations, Rotary Youth Leadership Award Camp, hosts exchange students, dues and contributions to Rotary International,
Smoke on the River, Horsehoe River Bend Festival, Relay for Life, and the list goes on and on. If you are a business person interested in becoming a member of a great organization that is very active in
the community, they are always looking for new members. The Waynesboro Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at The Tin Roof Steakhouse in Waynesboro and the Clifton Rotary Club meets Wednesday mornings at 7 A.M. at The Bear Inn.
John’s West End Cafe Offering Southern Home Style Cooking
In 1932 The West End
Cafe and Service Station
opened for business offering southern home cooking, gasoline and automotive service. In 1975 Jonell & Jack Sackreiter purchased The West End and began to create a 37 year legacy of hearty breakfasts, plate lunches, delicious fried chicken & tender, juicy Ribeyes. April 2012, John Nickells took over ownership/ operations, becoming Johns West End Cafe. Although the name will change, everything you Love about The West End will stay the same! We promise to continue providing the same Great food, friendly service and affordable pricing you have come to depend on. We also wish to extend a cordial invitation to (Continued On Page Eleven)
Proudly Supports Local Business And Tourism HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. Saturday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. (Closed Sunday) DRIVE THRU OPEN Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M. - 6:30 P.M. Saturday 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Highway 64 East - Waynesboro, TN - 931-722-5466 www.durendrugs.com
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Clifton Marina: A Great One Stop Place On The Beautiful Tennessee River Located on the Tennessee River, the Clifton Marina is a great place to stop in off the river or anytime and have what is known as one of the best
burgers around. Come in and visit, enjoy some delicious food and fine southern hospitality with the great folks on the riverbank.
The marina property is made available to the City by the Tennessee Valley Authority. The City subleases the management of the marina to private business, thus creating a successful public/private partnership. Stop in and visit with owner and operator, Gene Davidson, who can share with you some of the great history and facts about the beautiful river town of Clifton. The facility has undergone some renovations over the past few years have included deepening the harbor depth, installation of new boat slips, installation of new fuel tanks, improvements to camping facilities, improvements (Continued On Page Twelve)
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Sherry’s Fine Jewelry Customizes Own Line Of Unique, Handcrafted Jewelry Celebrating 10 years of business this coming September, Sherry’s opened in 1993 and is a great place to shop for gifts for yourself or for someone special. Located on north public square in Waynesboro, Tennessee, Sherry’s Fine Jewelry specializes in fine quality jewelry, name brand jewelry, selection of affordable costume jewelry, Merle Norman cosmetics, beautiful name brand clothing and clothing accessories. Sherry’s carries a complete line of Fine Jewelry including Semi-
mounts & Engagement
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LOTS OF BEAUTIFUL GIFTS TO CHOOSE FROM: •LENNY & EVA •FINE JEWELRY •BEAUTIFUL CLOTHING •GREAT GIFT SELECTIONS •PURSES •SCARVES
Sherry’s
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ON THE SQUARE - WAYNESBORO 722-3664
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Crazy Horse Canoe Rental Accommodating You On Buffalo River
Whatever your water recreation interest, it’s sure to be satisfied at Crazy Horse along the Buffalo River, just north of Waynesboro, Tennessee. Camp sites
with water and electric hook-ups and a fullservice motel overlooking the river are available for overnight lodging accommodations. There’s lots of swimm-
ing and fishing to enjoy near Bell Bridge but the most fun you’ll experience is an afternoon canoe run down the Buffalo! Morning, afternoon, all day and multi-day trips are available. If you’re fairly new to canoeing or kayaking, the folks in the camp store can help you decide how much fun you can handle and which run is right for you. Floating trips can be a morning, afternoon, all day, or multiple day activity. We let you decide how much fun you can handle and how much time you would like to spend on the Buffalo River. We will be very happy to assist you in planning your activities, Continued On Page Twenty-Seven
2462 Waynesboro Hwy. Waynesboro, TN “Located On The Scenic Buffalo River At Bell Bridge”
722-5213 WE OFFER: •Camping •Canoeing •Swimming •Fishing •Convenience Store •Motel •Picnic Tables •30 Amp Elec. & Water Hook-Ups •Dumping Station •Showers/Restrooms
FOR RATES AND INFORMATION CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-722-5213 LOCAL 722-5213 ~~~~~ Reservations Taken From 8 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Buck’s Ranch - Bring The Children And Spend Fun And Relaxing Time
Looking for a place to bring your children, this summer? Bucks Ranch is a place for families to spend quality time
and build relationships in a family friendly environment. Pitch a tent and camp at one of our camping sites. Bucks
Ranch has primitive camping sites available situated on the banks of the Buffalo River. Bucks Ranch is a perfect place to rent a canoe and take a float trip. A float trip on the Buffalo offers many opportunities of siting wildlife, relaxation, and fishing. Want to just enjoy the scenery, hang out and spend the day on the ranch. Play a family game of volleyball, basketball, horse shoes or take a hike with the kids and discover what middle TN “woods” have to offer. Being a family friendly venue Bucks Ranch also is a place available for groups. We love to offer the opportunity for youth groups, church groups, (Continued On Page Twenty-Two)
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Gilbert’s Furniture Store in Waynesboro. Gilbert’s is locally owned and operated by The Cole Family and is located at 1201 Long Hollow Road, just off Highway 64 East, Waynesboro.
The Rotten Apple A Unique Shop Offering Special Children’s Clothes/Jewelry
carries a wonderful line of children’s clothing sizes newborn to size 8, along with a large selection of infants clothing and gift items especially designed for new mothers. A baby registry is available for expectant mothers make selections for upcoming baby showers.
Stop by and let Gilbert and Dewayne show you the latest furniture designs by Ashley, VaughanBassett, Fraenkel, Franklin, Teioak and American Furniture.
Gilberts Furniture Check Out The “Made In The USA Furniture” Looking for made in the USA furniture for
your home, then the place you want to go is
Gilbert’s Furniture now accepts all major credit cards. Call 722-5234 or come by today and see the beautiful selection of fine quality furniture for your home.
The Rotten Apple also offers customs orders for children’s clothing that be appliquéd or monogrammed for a personal touch. If you are looking for a unique gift for someone special or a gift for young children or an infant, then check out The Rotten Apple.
A beautiful selection of women’s accessories and costume jewelry, some handcrafted and engraved handmade spoon bracelets with several designs to
Located at 112 North Main Street, one block off the north side of the public square in Waynesboro, The Rotten Apple is a shop that
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The Rotten Apple
Furnish
Your Home In Style With Beautiful Home Furnishings.... FROM
Located In 112 North Main Street One Block Off The North Side Of The Public Square - Waynesboro, TN
722-1820
Gilberts Furniture
1201 Long Hollow Rd. Waynesboro, TN 38485
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Hand Crafted Engravable Spoon Bracelets
Childrens Clothing Newborn To Size 8
Infant Clothing & Gifts Items Baby Gift Registry Available Custom Orders For Childrens Clothing (Monogrammed Or Appliqued)
Gilbert Cole: 722-5324 Cell 722-8645 Dewayne Cole: 722-5110 Cell 931-629-9103 www.gilbertsfurniturestore.com
Womens Accessories & Jewelry Custom Made Monogrammed Pocket T-Shirts - Children To Adult Sizes
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Functional Finds: An Array Of Items To Add A Bit Of Nostalgia To Home
Antiques, vintage
furniture,
refurbished
furniture, antique furniture, collectibles and gift ideas are all available at Functional Finds in Waynesboro.
find a beautiful little shop with the latest fashions in clothing including dresses, tops, leggings, scarves, jewelry, shoes, handbags and gifts.
Located just off the Waynesboro Public Square at 208 South High Street, you will find a wonderful array of items from the past to add a little bit of nostalgia to your home. Functional Finds opened this past January 2013 and is locally owned and operated. Store hours are Saturday 10 A.M – 4 P.M. and Sunday 1 – 4 P.M. Hours vary throughout the week but folks are welcome to come in anytime you can catch the doors open. You can always give them a call at 722-3463.
Antiques, Vintage Furniture, Collectibles And Much More.....
With new arrivals coming weekly, this little shop is the place to visit on a regular basis to see what they have to offer.
So Cute Boutique Offers Line Of Ladies Fashions And Accessories If unique gift shops are something you enjoy, then you don’t want to miss stopping by the So Cute Boutique in Collinwood.
Located just off the Natchez Trace Parkway, at 209 East Broadway Street, a few doors down from the Wayne County Welcome Center you will
You will be greeted with a smile and southern hospitality by local owners, The Cheeks. To find out more and see what they have in their store check them out on facebook. Support The Businesses Who Helped Make This Tourism Guide Possible
Always SomethingNew At....
209 Broadway Street - Collinwood, TN (Beside Glamour Unlimited Across From Coast To Coast)
Come By And Check Us Out! Regular Hours Saturday & Sunday Or By Chance
The Latest Fashions In Women’s Apparel & Accessories!
208 South High Street Just Off Public Square - Waynesboro
•Dresses •Tops •Camisoles •Leggings
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•Boots •Purses •Shoes •Jewelry •Tanning
•Tan Lotions •And Much More!
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“Smoke On The River” Festival Set For May 31 June 1 Main St., Clifton By: Kaitlyn McClanahan
Clifton’s historic Main
Street will be the backdrop of this year’s Smoke on
the River BBQ Festival and State Championship Cook-off sponsored by the Clifton Rotary Club, Ernie’s Smokehouse Grille, Pirate’s Lair Restaurant, Peoples Bank, Wayne County Bank, CCA Couth Central Clifton, Anita’s Catering and the Tennessee BBQ Association. For the first time, Smoke on the River is a sanctioned Tennessee BBQ Association State Championship Event and members of the association will compete within the event for additional titles and prizes. The event begins in the afternoon of Friday, May 31 and continues through Saturday, June 1. Main Street will be closed from 3 P.M. on Friday to 7 P.M. on Saturday to facilitate the
COME OUT TO
MOMMA’S KITCHEN
event, which is free to the public. Friday evening will feature a performance by The Bravados, including Waynesboro’s own former-American Idol contestant Jimmy Smith, from 7 P.M. – 10 P.M. on Main Street. Although competitors cannot sell their barbecue to visitors during the competition, Ernie’s Smokehouse Grille, the Pirate’s Lair Restaurant and Anita’s Catering will be open for business. The competition includes four categories: chicken, ribs, briskets, and butts or shoulder. The top three finishers in each category will receive a cash prize ($300 for first place, $200 for second place and $100 for third place) as well as a trophy. The Overall Champion
will receive a trophy and $1,000. All registered teams will be entered into a drawing in which two participants will each win a rocking chair courtesy of Anita’s Catering. For more information or to register for competition, contact either (931) 7220195 or skeltonb@tds.net. Additional information about the event can be found on the Tennessee BBQ Association website, www.tbabbq.com, and the City of Clifton website, www.cityofclifton.com, under the Leisure tab and click on Annual Events.
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choose from. Custom made monogrammed pocket t-shirts form children to adult size are also
available. Locally owned and operated by Tony and Becky Tatum of Waynesboro.
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everyone to come in and enjoy our fellowship, conversations, food and family ambiance. Great food and family friendly service has been the tradition for over 80 years!
Enjoy The Events And Explore The Many Beautiful Sites Wayne County Has To Offer You!!!
DEACONESS HOMECARE A subsidiary of
(Located Across From The Dollar Store, Hwy. 64 West)
● Skilled and Specialty Nursing ● Home Health Aide Services ● Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Breakfast
Lunch
● Medical Social Work
Supper
● Private Duty Care (provided by Elk Valley Health Services)
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!!!!
Plate Lunch W/Tea Only $5.50!!! Southern Hospitality With Hot Fresh Food!!! (931) 722-6883 - Call Ins Welcome!!!
When you or someone you love needs care at home ask for Deaconess.
800-854-1949
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Furniture 4 Less Offers A Beautiful Line Of Quality Furniture Name brand furniture at the lowest prices around is what Furniture 4 Less has to offer. Locally owned and
operated by David Heard, Furniture 4 Less is located in Barlow Shopping Center at 721 Highway 99 in Waynesboro.
Stop by and see the beautiful selection of furniture that they have in their store, make your purchase, and they will delivery it right to your home at your convenience. Financing is available, with FREE delivery and they also offered a lay-away plan. Quality furniture, quality service and good southern hospitality is what they have to offer at Furniture 4 Less.
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a better Price) & Chisel (For Men). She also offers FAST in-store repairs on most jewelry including Watches. We carry the latest fashions in Costime Jewelry and Accessories!
If we don’t have it, We’ll get it!! Sherry also buys old gold paying top prices. Owner, Sherry Rich also customizes her own line of jewelry handcrafted from cultured pearls and Greek leather. She is also a dealer of Kameleon Jewelry, a unique jewelry system that offers interchangeability across the entire spectrum of jewelry design. The Kameleon Collection features over 80 base designs including rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets, pins and necklaces. Each piece is carefully crafted to accept small interchangeable insets called JewelPops. Currently, there are over 300 JewelPops available in a myriad of colors and materials. From
semi-precious stones to synthetic opals and enamels, the collection not only looks amazing but is fun to wear, sporting such names as Hawaiian Fizz and Midnight at the Oasis. Kameleon accessories like custom compacts and jewelry boxes make collecting easy. To complete your look, add a Kameleon belt, sunglasses and watch and stylish handbag, all conveniently available in one shop, Sherry’s Fine Jewelry.
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to the boat ramp, and construction of an onsite restaurant and convenience store. If you have not visited the Clifton Marina in the past
year you need to stop in and see all that they have to offer. At the Clifton Marina you will find a restaurant, RV Full hook-ups, Fuel, Showers, Wi-Fi, boat slips available and with maintenance on call. Over one million dollars in improvements have been made to the facility to make it one of the nicest boat stops and marinas on the Tennessee River. These improvements follow a previous project to stabilize the erosion of the riverbank of the marina in 1998. The stabilization project was funded through the City of Clifton and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Marina Phone Number: 931-676-5225 for more information.
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Civil War markers have been placed at sites across Wayne County. This particular marker is located at the Riverfront in Clifton - the “Nathan Bedford Forrest Crossing”. many of the lesser known sites and telling the hardships of war and making the connections for the next generations to better understand the significance of this war and the after effects of it. A multitude of battle cruelty and devastation Trailblazing signs along sites, stories and legends the soldiers and their the routes lead travelers to came out of Tennessee’s families at home endured. each of over 1,000 marker participation in the War As Santayana, Burke and sites. Information on Between the States. We’ve many others after them the trails in the states of all heard that it was a war have stated “Those who Virginia, West Virginia, of brother against brother do not know history are Maryland, North but until one really begins destined to repeat it.” The Carolina and Tennessee researching the details Civil War Trails project is are available online at behind the folk tales does a five- state trail system www.civilwartrails.org. one discover the true brutal dedicated to marking
Markers Designate Wayne County’s Five Civil War Trail Sites
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Individual state maps of these trails are available at Tennessee Welcome Centers and most local welcome centers, convention and visitors bureaus and chambers of commerce. In Tennessee, five years have been set aside to commemorate the state’s participation in the war. Many events have taken place and many more are planned at marker sites, preserved battle fields, memorial sites and museums across Tennessee to provide as much education and research on the Civil War as possible. Most events are open and free to the public. Updated listings on all Tennessee events can be downloaded at www.tnvacation.com Wayne County’s present Civil War marker sites are Nathan Bedford Forrest Crossing at Clifton Riverfront and Clifton Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Clifton, a Union Skirmish Site on Waynesboro Court Square; Waynesboro Cumberland Presbyterian Church just north of the square and the county gateway marker at the Wayne County Welcome Center in Collinwood.
A marker was recently installed in Collinwood at the Wayne County Welcome Center. The marker title is “Divided Loyalties,” describing that although no major military action happened in the county, the area saw two massive troop movements in 1862 and 1864. Union Gen. Don Carols Buell’s army crossed the county to reinforce U.S. Grant at Pittsburg Landing
(Shiloh), and Confederate Gen. John Bell Hood marched across the county on his way to defeat at Franklin and Nashville in 1864. Citizens were recruited by and fought for both sides during the war. `The marker titled, “Incident at Waynesboro” is located directly on the Waynesboro Court Square and still waiting for approval. This marker states that confusion reined as bullets flew between two Union units. As the 5th Tennessee Cavalry (US) marched toward town to open a recruiting office, it was harassed by Confederate partisans, some dressed in blue. The Tennesseans ran into another Union outfit and mistook them for Confederates. The mishap resulted in three soldiers wounded before officers figured out the situation. The “Difficult Times” marker is located at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Waynesboro, describing that services at this church ended as the fighting began. It was occupied by soldiers (Continued On Page Nineteen)
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Tour de Wayne June 8th Attracts Cyclists From All Areas Of U.S. Watch for bicycles on Wayne County roads Saturday, June 8th as we celebrate 10 years of touring Wayne County! The annual bicycle ride, hosted by the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, will begin and end at Waynesboro court square. Tour de Wayne Coordinators Harvey Baker and David Baker, map the Tour de Wayne routes each year and along with SAG drivers Jim Parkes, Amanda Peck, Karen Baker, Roger Smith and
others assist cyclists throughout the day-long ride. Around 100 cyclists ride each year from all over the southeast region. Rena Purdy, Executive Director of the chamber stated, “The Tour de Wayne is by all measures as professional a ride as others that draw thousands of riders with the same quality including full sag support, fully staffed reststops, and well-marked routes.” The event will host several different routes this year, all
beginning with a tour of antebellum Clifton Turnpike. Longer routes include scenic sites such as the Buffalo River, Tennessee Fitness Spa, the Tennessee River, and Lewis and Perry County’s country-side. At each of the designated rest stops, cyclists will be offered spring water from Collinwood Springs, delicious subs from Subway, homemade cookies baked by our welcome center volunteers and Peoples Bank employees, and home-made ice cream specially made by Chamber Board Member Joani Daniel of Peoples Bank. The rest stops will be hosted by various civic organizations including Civitan and Jr. Civitan. Neighboring Hohenwald/ Lewis County Chamber of Commerce will host a rest stop at Riverside Church in Lewis County and the Wayne County Welcome Center will host the final rest stop for those riding the full 100 mile route. Wayne Medical Center is the major underwriter of the Tour de Wayne each year. Area law enforcement assists with traffic and any other issues that might arise during the ride. Only through the efforts of our fellow organizations and chamber members has the Tour de Wayne become such a successful bicycle tour! The Chamber of Commerce is always looking for friendly faces to greet cyclists at rest stops along the route. If you would like to volunteer, make a donation or to register for the tour, contact the Wayne County
Chamber of Commerce at (931)722-3575 or visit us online at www.
waynecountychamber. org.
Clifton Library / Stribling Museum A Historic And Welcoming Place To Visit
Thomas Sigismund (T.S.) Stribling was a Clifton native more popular during his lifetime than his contemporaries F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway. Stribling won the 1933 Pulitzer Prize for ìThe Storeî, the second book in his trilogy about the postcivil war south - a series that made him unpopular in later days because of his willingness to confront the racial and social issues of those days. Born March 4, 1881, in Clifton, Tennessee, a small town off the Tennessee River, Thomas Sigismund Stribling was the first child of lawyer Christopher Columbus Stribling and his wife, Amelia Ann (Waits) Stribling. Christopher Stribling had been a soldier in the Union Army, while the Waits family had fought in the Confederacy. Stribling spent his childhood in Clifton and on his maternal grandparentsí farm at Gravelly Springs,
Alabama. Striblingís restored retirement home at 300 Water Street in Clifton houses the T.S. Stribling Museum and Clifton Public Library. The upper level is just as the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist would have left it, including his personal library. The lower level is Cliftonís local library (a branch of the Wayne County Library located in Waynesboro). The Clifton Library opened in the fall of 1996. Library hours: Tuesday thru Friday 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. and Saturday 10 A.M. - 2 P.M. Closed Sunday and Monday. The library is currently managed by Sissy Pogue. The Stribling house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places sets in the historic district of downtown Clifton, Tennessee at 300
East Water Street. To learn more about what Clifton Library has to offer or to learn more about Cliftonís Pulitzer Prize winning author, visit the Stibling Museum & Library.
M.L. Arts And Crafts Festival Oct. 11-12, N.T. The Natchez Trace Parkway will host the annual Meriwether Lewis Arts and Craft Festival at the Meriwether Lewis Monument Site (Mile Post 385.9). The festival is sponsored by the Maury County Arts Guild and will take place October 11 and 12, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. National Park Service staff will be on site to answer questions and present formal programs on the life of Meriwether Lewis. Programs will be offered at 10 A.M., 11 A.M., 1 P.M., and 2 P.M. each day. Living history demonstrations will be available throughout the day. Historic weapon firing demonstrations will take place at 10:30 A.M., 11:30 A.M., 12:30 P.M., 1:30 P.M., and 2:30 P.M. A visitor center and bookstore will be open in the recently restored cabin and offer educational materials on the Parkway and Meriwether Lewis. Newly installed exhibits on Meriwether Lewis will also be available. Parking and admission are free. Designated areas will be flagged for parking; visitors should be alert for signs and personnel directing them to parking (Continued On Page Twenty-Nine)
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Buffalo River Trail Ride - The Fun Begins Where Blacktop Ends! Buffalo River Trail Ride Inc. is located on the banks of the beautiful Buffalo River. It is tucked away in a bend of the river and may very well
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from all over the United States. Our trails wind through some of the most breathtaking country in the Tennessee hills. Be prepared to cross sparkling streams, climb rugged hills, and pass through secluded hollows. We have electrical hookups at our campsites along the banks of the river in the lower campground and among the towering pine trees in the upper campground. Two newly constructed cabins now offer overnight accommodations to those guests who prefer the comfort of a bed as compared to a sleeping bag and to those who want to escape to a more tranquil place without hitching to a trailer. Camping at the spacious (Continued On Page Nineteen)
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Wayne County Welcome Center A Welcoming Site To Tourists And Visitors If you are traveling down the Natchez Trace Parkway and you just need to pull over and rest for ahile then stop by the Wayne County Welcome
Center. The Wayne County Welcome Center has been in operation for six years. It has been a welcomed site to over sixty-
five thousand visitors, primarily travelers along the Natchez Trace Parkway. Most have complimented on how amazed they are at the hospitality they were extended. The welcome center is located at 219 East Broadway in Collinwood, just off the Natchez Trace Parkway at mile marker 355. The center is open from 9 A.M. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 P.M. daily. Thirty volunteers staff the center seven days a week three hundred sixty four days a year. They are loyal, dedicated volunteers giving back to their community in a very special way. Visitors are greeted with fresh hot coffee, homemade treats and a smiling face.
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Plans Well Underway Horseshoe Riverbend Festival Sept. 5-7, Clifton Clifton has been the home of the Horseshoe Riverbend Festival since 1982, and has welcomed visitors from across
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Amber Falls Winery And Cellars Offers Award Winning Wines Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, located in the beautiful high ridges of Lewis County Tennessee welcomes the opportunity to cater to all guests in such a way that
each one has a positive and memorable visit. The winery offers many enjoyable features from the “Music on the Ridge” series every Friday, Saturday and Sunday,
May through October to both public and private events to festivals. The Amber Falls Winery experience begins when turning into the driveway that leads through the vineyard to the winery building nestled among stately shade trees and beautiful landscaping. Upon entering the quaint tasting room, located in the winery’s cellar, guests are warmly greeted and offered complimentary tastings of Amber Falls’ award winning wines and extended an invitation to browse the gift shop for unique gift items. After making wine selections, guests may purchase and take them home or savor them in our tranquil outdoor setting often described as “A little (Continued On Page Twenty-Seven)
WAYNESBORO ROTARY OFFICERS John Hickman - President Phil Garner - Vice President Bill Springer - Sgt.-At-Arms Amy Burks - Secretary Gaines Ramsey - Treasurer Jerrod Baugus - 2nd Vice President
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from both sides during the war. A Union soldier from Waynesboro, Col. William Kindrick, was one of the officers who escaped from Libby Prison in Richmond VA in February 1864. He died at his home (still standing) a month later. Two markers have also been installed in Clifton on Main Street nearby the Tennessee River. The first marker named, “Occupied River Town,” describes the busy port city on the Tennessee River saw lots of action during the war. Union forces occupied the place in December 1863, locating a garrison on Stockade Hill behind
the Clifton Presbyterian (which sustained damage). The second marker, “Forrest Crosses the Tennessee,” describing famed Confederate Gen. N.B. Forrest arrived here Dec. 15, 1862, to begin his First West Tennessee Raid. His 2,100 troopers ferried across the river here, dodging Union gunboats. The Collinwood and Waynesboro markers were funded through grants from Buffalo/Duck Rive RC&D, Wayne County, City of Waynesboro, Wayne County Welcome Center, the Waynesboro Presbyterian Church, and the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. For additional Civil War Trails information, visit www.civilwartrails.org.
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Buffalo River Trail Ride campground is a relaxing vacation all by itself. Imagine yourself camping under beautiful shade trees with the peaceful Buffalo River at your back door. Fishing, swimming, inner tubing, wading -- it’s all at the Buffalo River Trail Ride. So whether you own a horse or just want to enjoy friends and family, there is plenty to do at the Buffalo River Trail Ride. Visit our website, www.brtr.com for more information on scheduled events for 2013! Support The Businesses Who Helped Make This Tourism Guide Possible
Green River Stables: Trail Rides, Pony Parties, Day Camps And More
Green River Stables is located in the heart of some of Wayne County’s most scenic country. We are not your typical “riding stable,”
we treat our horses and our customers with the utmost respect, attention and professionalism. We strive to please our guests in anyway possible by
offering a wide variety of equine activities to suit any level rider of all ages. Come and spend a day with us, enjoy horseback riding at your own speed and skill level. We also have a small petting zoo where you can get up close and personal with Llamas, Alpacas, Sheep, Goats, Pigs, and Rabbits, as well as picnic areas. Our Trail Rides start at $35.00 per person and we have several options to choose from. We also offer Pony Parties, Riding Lessons, Arena Riding, Horsemanship Courses, Day Camps, Wagon Rides, Hay Rides and more. Come spend a few days with us here at Green (Continued On Page Twenty-Six)
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Butterfly Foundation 5K Run Saturday, June 1st, W’boro The Butterfly Foundation 5K Race is an
annual event held in Wayne County. The
event is held each year the first weekend in June. This years race is set for Saturday, June 1 and begins at 8 A.M. Participants can register early or on race day for a entry fee. Runners that intend to register the day of the race should arrive at the City Park between 6:15 A.M. and 7:30 A.M. The Foundation raised over $20,000 at last year’s event, which included 388 runners from seven states. This year, the Butterfly Foundation hopes to surpass those totals and reach 400 runners. Water stations will be provided on the course at 1.5 and 2.1 miles and breakfast will be served after the race. A 5K race is 3.1 miles long and runners will be divided into Male and Female division with
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16 different age groups in each division. First, second, and third place trophies will be awarded in each age group and an award for Best Overall Male and Female will win $100. A 1 Mile Fun Run will be held after the 5K for children 12 and under. There will be awards for First, Second, Third, and Fourth place for both Boys and Girls divisions. All participants will receive an official medallion from the Butterfly Foundation for their efforts. Hosted by the Butterfly Foundation, the fundraising event is held each year to honor Ryleigh Meree Stegall, who lost her battle with Acute Lymphatic Leukemia (ALL) in 2007. The Butterfly Foundation, a
raised and distributed over $100,000. For questions about the race please contact Jim Beavers at (931) 7223658 or (931) 722-0661. He can also be reached via email at beaverslumber@ gmail.com
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non-profit organization founded by Ryleigh’s Nana Dean Stegall, raises money to assist families and children in Wayne County and the surrounding area with life-threatening or life-altering conditions. Since it was founded, the Butterfly Foundation has distributed over $82,000 to more than 70 families in need. By June, the Foundation will have
The Wayne County Welcome Center is much more than just a building. It is a haven for travelers who appreciate clean restrooms, a cozy fireplace in the winter, national weather coverage all day, every day, and countless maps, brochures and travel information that is kept up to date and available. We are the welcome center that proudly says: “Welcome to Tennessee.”
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Come Join The Fun As C’wood Celebrates 100th Birthday June 8 By: Kaitlyn McClanahan
The City of Collinwood celebrates 100 years in 2013. Although parts of the city look different today, its rich history runs deep – in this photo, passengers board a locomotive at the Collinwood train station, now the Collinwood Library, and the train tracks have been replaced by Depot Street.
The year 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the City of Collinwood. The Collinwood Centennial Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Volunteer Park to commemorate the anniversary. The day will feature crafts, bluegrass and gospel music, specialty vendors, and a birthday celebration including
tree planting and time capsule ceremony along with a special birthday cake to commemorate the occasion. The Collinwood Centennial Celebration committee encourages members of the Collinwood community to dress in turn-of-thecentury clothes (if you have any) and bring memorabilia, photos or
family heirlooms that reflect the City’s history. Classic cars and tractors are welcome to be displayed and booths will be available free of charge. Stay tuned for upcoming details about the event! Any suggestions or volunteers are welcomed and encouraged to contact Jerdie Ayers at (931) 7221099 or (931) 724-9562.
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and families to enjoy the ranch. Bucks Ranch offers its facilities for family reunions, church retreats, birthday parties, and day camps. Bucks Ranch is also home to “Camp Eagle Rock”. Camp Eagle Rock @ Bucks Ranch is a camp hosted a few weeks during the summer months by LoveWorks Inc. a non-profit 501c3. Camp Eagle Rock is an overnight summer Children’s and youth camp designed to minister to children who may not have the opportunity to attend a camp. The mission is to touch the lives of children and youth through uplifting, personal edifying growth
through camp programs. All camp programs are designed to lead campers to learn more about themselves and each other through a Biblical perspective. At this time, Camp Eagle Rock is in the process of building new facilities, developing curriculum, and creating a child and youth safe environment. As new facilities go up we are always open to donations of skill, money, building supplies and anything you may be able to offer. Camp Eagle Rock also offers a “Send a Child to Camp” scholarship program. In this program children and youth who are not privileged (for one reason or another) to attend a summer camp are offered the opportunity to attend. Funds are
provided through our “Send a Child to Camp” Campaign. If you would like to become a sponsor or partner of Camp Eagle Rock and “Send a Child to Camp” please contact us at info@campeagle rock.com or 1-888-7737217. As you read this and Bucks Ranch sparks an interest to you “Yawl come on out for a visit.” We are located at 2193 Keazy Hollow Road, Waynesboro, TN 38485. Give us a call at 1-888773-7217, or visit us on the web at www. bucksranch.com. We love to have visitors and can’t wait to share this experience with you.
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June 1 at 10 A.M.:
“Nature Trail Detectives” Explore a nature trail and practice the skills necessary to become a Nature Trail Detective. June 8 at 10 A.M.].: “Sensory Overload” Use all of your senses to learn about the animals of the Natchez Trace Parkway. June 15 at 10 A.M.: “Awesome Outdoor Adventure” Have you
ever camped in the great outdoors? Help a Park Ranger set up a tent, roll out a sleeping bag and learn to start a campfire. June 22 at 10 A.M..: “History’s Mysteries” Use your detective skills to uncover the stories behind artifacts of the Natchez Trace. June 29, at 10 A.M.: “Muskets and Marching” Practice a drill and learn all
about 18th century military life. A list of Junior Ranger programs for the months of June and July can be obtained at the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center at milepost 266 or by visiting the Parkway’s website at www.nps.gov/ natr <http://www.nps.gov/ natr>. For more information or to have a list mailed to you call 1-800-305-7417.
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Wayne Co. Family History And Crafts Fair July 13 At WCHS
You’ll probably see folks in attendance in period dress. Who are you? Where 2013, at Wayne County did your family come High School. Wayne from? These are just County Historian Bob some of the questions Rains shared his insights that could be answered at about the fair recently. the annual Wayne County Q. Mr. Rains, what Family History and Crafts exactly is a family Fair on Saturday, July 13, history fair?
The fair is an opportunity for anyone that has information on their family history to share it with others who are looking for it. For example, I have information on the Ray, Melson, and Rains families of Wayne County, among others. I will bring it to the fair to share with others looking for those families. We encourage everyone with Wayne County roots to attend and bring what they have. You never know—something you think is well known about a family might be just what someone else has been searching for! Q. If I have information on my Wayne County family, what do I do next? Send me an email at
Wayne County Historical Society July 13, 2013
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Waynesboro 9-Hole Golf Course: Beautiful Challenging, Inviting The beautiful 9- hole course is located at the Waynesboro Municipal Golf Course facility in Waynesboro, Tennessee. It features 6,372 yards of
golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. Located two miles south of Waynesboro at 725 Green River Road, this small but elegant very challenging
course offers a rustic club house, pro shop with name brand shoes, shirts, balls and extras to fit all your golfing needs. There is also a snack bar and a full grill of cheeseburgers, chicken strips, fries, cold sandwiches, Etc. to refuel you before you make the turn. They offer many golfing packages at reasonable prices. The golf course has a driving range, putting green and golf cart rentals are available. The City of Waynesboro purchased and opened the facility in 2008, with David Edwards serving as the general manager. Waynesboro Municipal is open daily so, please stop by or call us at (931)7223948 to schedule your tee time today.
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2013 Tournament Schedule • Thursday Scrambles - $10.00 Cart Included Sign Up By 4:30 P.M. •Night Scrambles: June 15, July 20, And August 31 •Mens Invitational: July 13 And 14 •Relay For Life 4 Person: July 27 •WMC 4 Person Scramble: September 21
Ernie’s Smokehouse Grille Offering Full Menu With BBQ Using Own Secret Recipe
When driving through Clifton’s historic Main Street district, you cannot ignore the tantalizing scent of barbecue wafting from the familyowned and operated
Ernie’s Smokehouse Grille. Residents and visitors alike flock to the downtown restaurant to savor Ernie’s freshly prepared meats and sauces on soft, warm homemade
rolls. Florida natives, Ernie Darias and his wife Pam express the art of BBQ using their own secret recipes and slow cooked marinated meats over hickory and oak for a flavor and tenderness that is unrivaled. Although BBQ is Ernie’s main attraction, his pizza, burgers and sandwiches, particularly the Philly Cheesesteak, offer variety without compromising on flavor or quality. The homemade pizza crust is lightly seasoned to add an extra delicious touch, crispy on the outside but soft and chewy on the inside – it’s the way pizza was meant to taste. The Philly Cheesesteaks are about as authentic (Continued On Page Twenty-Six)
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Spirit Of Simpler Era Surrounds You At The Commodore Hotel This spirit of a simpler era surrounds you upon your arrival at Commodore Hotel. Relax in cozy elegance at this beautifully restored historic hotel, known for charming décor, great, freshly prepared food, and quality live music. Perfect for romantic getaways, outdoor adventures, or restorative retreats, this idyllic hideaway is conveniently located between Nashville and Memphis, and is accessed by driving thru scenic, wide-open countryside. Michael & Kathy
Dumont tackled this business – first as a restoration project - and then fell in love with the hotel business. Their backgrounds in real estate and finance seem like an odd match to the hospitality business, but “Kathy has always loved to entertain – and really knows how to throw a great party,” says Michael. “We love meeting people from all over the world. It’s a fun business.” Built in 1939 by local businessman Robert K. Staley, the hotel and café operated for years, until
the early 1970s, when rooms were rented by the week. Unsure of the exact date it closed, the hotel sat vacant for decades until the Dumonts rescued it in 2007. The restoration was done using historical preservation standards, including preservation of all original woodwork and moldings. Michael is well versed in restoration thru his background in
restoring centuries-old buildings and homes in Boston and Rhode Island, his former home. “This project was easy compared to my 1750s home / office building in East Greenwich, Rhode Island,” says Michael. The narrow-planked oak flooring was uncovered and re-finished, along with restoration of the original period tile floors and tubs
in several bathrooms. Most of the door hinges and doorknobs are original as well. A former shared, hall bathroom (remember, indoor plumbing was a luxury in those days so sharing a bathroom was common) has become a spacious bath with a Jacuzzi tub. Many rooms feature exposed brick walls. All enjoy natural light from the large windows, which were the only “air conditioning” in 1939. The Commodore Hotel & Café now offers elegant atmosphere: with its grand fireplace, high ceilings and beautiful crown moldings in the lobby and the tasteful décor of rooms and dining rooms. No longer a “Western Auto” store, nor the Staley
Café with its jukebox in the corner, the Café has been transformed into a casual and artsy eatery. High backed seats with plush cushions, and rich, dark woods are all part of the warm, classic setting in the Café. Specialties include fresh vegetables from local farms, fresh hand-cut meats and fish, which are exclusive prime quality and cooked to order with the chef’s trademark method: from scratch. Fresh baked rolls and desserts are local favorites. The servers deliver a generous dose of warm hospitality to every honored guest. It’s a one-of-a-kind local
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namesake: Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Perry is famous for his naval victory in the Battle of Lake Erie, in the War of 1812, which was a major strategic victory for our fledgling nation. Perry, too, hails from Rhode Island – so the name has a double-connection for the owners. So whether you are visiting area attractions in Lobelville, Centerville, Parsons, Decaturville, Lexington, Hohenwald, Mt. Pleasant, Clifton, Waynesboro, Collinwood, Savannah, Camden or Waverly, you are just a short drive on the counties beautiful rural road system from the Commodore
Hotel, perfect for touring in your car or riding your bicycle or motorcycle to experience our area attractions. Amenities Include: Wi-Fi Internet, Cable TV, Commodore Café, Environmentally Friendly, Jacuzzi Room and Banquet Hall. Rates are $69 to $109 per night Come and discover the heart of hometown America in the villages that dot our country roads. Remember a simpler time in our historical, quaint town. Refresh yourself with a visit to our spectacular natural wonders and inspirational art displays just minutes from the hotel. Make plans today to experience how the threads of our culture and history are
woven into the fabric that makes America beautiful. This culture and history comes alive at the Commodore Hotel & Cafe, located between Nashville & Memphis, in downtown Linden, Tennessee. Linden is the county seat of Perry County. The Commodore Hotel and Café, located between Memphis & Nashville, is one that a person would expect to find in a major city, not in a small country town in Tennessee. The uniqueness of this vintage establishment, will take you back in time to a more relaxed and quality era. The Commodore Café has been brought to life in the spirit of the classic ‘30s and ‘40s supper clubs, with the idea to
produce a culturally harmonious place for all types of folks to gather and enjoy wonderfully prepared food and live music. The musical offering is a quality professional presentation of country, classical, pop, jazz, or blues, smooth and easy mood music that will move you in many directions.
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as you will find outside the City of Brotherly Love; the meat is sliced just right and the flavors are combined with perfectly melted cheese and complimented by a fresh roll that could be enjoyed all on its own. The friendly staff at Ernie’s is welcoming and
ready to recomme-nd any of Ernie’s many menu items. Ernie’s offers a Thursday lun- ch plate special as well as a Friday night dinner special that ranges from seafood and steak to succulent, falloff-the-bone baby back ribs. Located less than a block from the scenic Tennessee River, Ernie’s Smokehouse Grille has quickly become a Clifton land- mark. Whether it’s for lunch on the way to a meeting or dinner with the family, stop by Ernie’s Smokehouse Grille and give your taste buds what they deserve – a delicious home-cooked Southern meal by a family that knows what they’re doing!
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we close off Main Street to hold more than 15,000 visitors. We would love to see you at this year’s event! This year the event will also include a military fly over, which is sure to be a thrill for spectators. Live entertainment
for Friday and Saturday night will include 10 plus bands performing. For more information and scheduled of performs you may call 676-3311 or 676-5225. Come and enjoy a great weekend of fun, food, and entertainment.
shelters and playground equipment. Come enjoy a
wonderful day at the pool and in the park.
Wayne County Has Many Hunting And Fishing Opportunities
W’boro City Pool A Fun And Inviting Spot For Young And Old Alike The Americana Music Triangle is a geographic region of the southern United States known throughout the world as the birthplace of jazz, blues, country, bluegrass, rock & roll, zydeco, cajun and southern gospel music. The area can be described as the space between New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville including the historically important Mississippi Delta, Muscle Shoals and Acadiana regions. Community leaders within the Americana Music Triangle are working to combine resources and create a visitor friendly guide to the evolution, mysteries and thrills of the world’s most popular music. A self guided driving trail is being developed that will take visitors on a fourteen day adventure titled “Bourbon, Beale, Broadway and Back”. A master calendar of festivals, venues and events to hear the original music of the area is also under construction. Along the trail, visitors will discover the back story of how eight distinct international cultures brought musical traditions to the region and through conflict and collaboration fused their music into
eight uniquely American musical art forms. The Americana Music Triangle…Where History Made Music Then Music Made History.
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local, state, national, and international charities. The Horseshoe Riverbend Festival has evolved into a three day event. Beginning on Thursday afternoon, a children’s night along with a carnival and family centered events are held, and starting on Friday afternoon, vendors offer wonderful food and artisanal products for you to peruse while listening to live entertainment. As the evening wears on, the music is geared toward younger generations, dancing into the night. All day Saturday is the main event; music and entertainment all day, capping the event off with a spectacular fireworks show and well recognized artists playing their hit songs. The festival has doubled the population of the entire county during the weekend after Labor Day for past several years as
The Waynesboro City Pool is a fun spot for young and old alike. If you are one that just likes to lay out in the sun and take an occasional dip in the pool or if you are young or young at heart and like to have fun in the water the Waynesboro City Pool has something for everyone. The pool offers a 150 ft. slide, a 20 ft. slide, diving well and a kiddie pool. Aquacise classes are offered along with private swimming lessons, night swims and Red Cross certified lifeguard training. For outdoor summer fun for your whole family the pool can be rented for private parties and family events, available in 2 hour
or 4 hour time blocks. The pool is fully staffed and has fully trained Red Cross Lifeguards on duty. Admission is charged daily with children under 3 FREE! A full concession stand is available with pizza, hotdogs, chips, drinks, candy andice cream. Pool hours are Monday – Saturday 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. and Sunday 12 noon till 5 P.M. Night swims are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7 until 11 P.M. with private party time slots available on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 10 P.M. The pool is located in Waynesboro City Park near the picnic
There are many public hunting and fishing opportunities in Wayne County including four TWRA (Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency) managed wildlife areas and multiple creeks, streams and rivers. The four current TWRA properties are Arnold Hollow, Eagle Creek, Tie Camp and Browntown. West of Waynesboro, over 7800 acres make up Arnold Hollow, Tie Camp is another 8,000 acre site southeast of Waynesboro and Browntown is over 6,000 acres southwest of the county seat. Just north of town, is the popular Eagle Creek TWRA site. Consisting of 22,000 acres, primitive camping is allowed at the log cabin campground along the historic Clifton Turnpike. As for fishing, the Wayne County area has many small streams such as Hardin, Forty-Eight and Indian creeks that provide great smallmouth bass and rock bass (redeye) angling opportunities
but access is limited so obtain permission from the landowners to legally wade fish these streams. Buffalo River is easily accessible from the various local canoe liveries. The Tennessee River at Clifton has numerous species to fish year round and can be accessed by boat or bank at one of the areas’ marinas or from the banks along the city’s riverfront. Before hunting or fishing, be sure you know the rules and regulations. Two perfect guides are the Tennessee Hunting and Trapping Guide and the Tennessee Fishing Guide. Both guides are available at locations where bait, licenses, arms, ammunition and other hunting and fishing supplies are sold. Additional details including maps, local licensed sales agents and checking stations, laws, seasons and limits are available online at www. tnwildlife.org .
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history that no one will want to miss. Friends and family can relax and enjoy a beautiful day at Ralph Hughes Park. Music and entertainment will fill the park as many talented Wayne County musicians and singers
step on the stage in the park provide the perfect accompaniment for such a spectacular event. Old Timers Day is more than just a festival, it is a day where everyone is welcome and can find something to enjoy in this small wonderful town of Collinwood.
Tennessee River History Old Timer’s Day In C’wood Draws Hundreds From All Walks Of Life Old Timer’s Day, one of the county’s most family-friendly festival gatherings, is set to get underway the last day of August this year in Collinwood. The event will provide an opportunity for everyone in the community to get together for fun and fellowship. The event is hosted by the Collinwood Beautification Board. On Saturday, August 31st thousands of people are expected to congregate downtown beginning very early. If this year is like most, people will begin venturing out just as the sun comes up. McGlamery Church will be serving up a country breakfast to satisfy with eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits, and more. The fresh-brewed coffee ready will be ready at 6:30 A.M. sharp, the start of the annual Breakfast at Ralph Hughes Senior Park. From breakfast on, activities will continue in anticipation for the big parade. That’s when
the park is expected to be at its fullest. By 8 A.M. vendor booths will be going up in every direction in preparation for showcasing local arts, crafts and home-made goodies. The parade will begin formation at 9 A.M. at the Recreation Center off Highway 13 South. At 10 A.M. Mr. and Mrs. Old Timer will lead the parade up Highway 13 toward Collinwood. The parade will feature wonderful floats, antique tractors, automobiles, horse and buggy riders, as well as the Collinwood High School Band. Food booths will be open by mid-morning. There will be many food choices such as sandwiches, burgers, chicken stew, corn dogs, barbecue plates, ribs, fish plates, and more. Civil War re-enactors plan to set up an Army camp with authentic field equipment and authentically uniformed soldiers at Ralph Hughes Park – a display of living
The beautiful Tennessee River at Clifton is a site to seen from the beautiful bridge crossing the river or from the eyes of boaters from the water and fishermen form the banks. The Tennessee River is a central component of one of the world’s greatest irrigation and hydropower systems and a major waterway of the southeastern United States. It is formed by the confluence of the Holston and French Broad rivers, just east of Knoxville, Tennessee, and flows south-southwest to Chattanooga, Tennessee. Turning west through the Cumberland Plateau into northeastern Alabama, it continues across northern Alabama and bends north
on the boundary between Alabama and Mississippi. Continuing north through Tennessee and then Kentucky, it joins the Ohio River at Paducah, Kentucky. The name of the river may have come from a Cherokee Indian village located on the Little Tennessee River and spelled variously Tanase, Tennassee, Tanasi, or Tinasse. The Tennessee was explored during the period of rivalry between the French and the English for the territory west of the Appalachians, and a few small forts and posts were established on its banks. Earlier, explorers and fur traders had entered the lower course of the river from the Ohio River. Although
the Tennessee served as a route for settlers moving southwestward, its role as a westward passage was negligible compared with that of the Ohio. Originally, the Tennessee could be navigated only by flatboats. Its upper course was shallow and filled with short rapids. Its middle course, through the Cumberlands, contained whirlpools and was interrupted by Muscle Shoals (rapids, now submerged by reservoirs) in Alabama. Only its lower course was easily navigable, but the advent of the railroads in the Tennessee River valley after the 1840s kept river traffic from assuming the significance it had on other western and more easily navigated rivers. The river’s northflowing lower course was strategically important during the American Civil War, for its valley offered an invasion route into the western Confederacy. Part of the course downstream is paralleled by the Cumberland River. The Confederate forts Henry (on the Tennessee) and Donelson (on the Cumberland) were only 12 miles (19 km) apart. General Ulysses S. Grant’s Federal army, accompanied by gunboats, struck southward in the Tennessee River valley in February 1862. The Confederate forces fell back to Corinth, Mississippi, and the Federal troops moved almost to Tennessee state’s southern boundary, where the Battle of Shiloh (Pittsburgh Landing) was fought (April 6–7, 1862). The development of the river system as
an important inland waterway began in 1933 with the establishment of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). The Tennessee now has a series of locks and reservoirs impounded by multipurpose dams for navigation, power, and flood control. The mainstream dams include the Kentucky (1944); Pickwick Landing (1938) in Tennessee; Wilson (1925), Wheeler (1936), and Guntersville (1939) in Alabama; and Hales Bar (1913), Chickamauga (1940), Watts Bar (1942), and Fort Loudoun (1943) in Tennessee. Its chief tributaries, besides the Holston and French Broad, are the Little Tennessee, Hiwassee, Paint Rock, Duck, and Ocoee (Toccoa) rivers, all entering from a southerly direction; and the Clinch, Flint, Sequatchie, and Elk rivers from a northerly direction. The main riparian cities are Chattanooga and Knoxville in Tennessee and Florence in Alabama.
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areas. The Maury County Arts Guild will provide shuttles to help transport visitors to and from parking areas. For more information about the Arts and Crafts Festival, please call (931) 381-9494. The contact number for National Park Service activities is 1-800-3057417. www.artsguild. org/id61.html Support The Businesses That Help To Make This Tourism Guide Possible
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C’wood Depot Library Makes Its Home In Historic Landmark
The Collinwood Depot Library is a branch of the Wayne County Library system. The library is located at 101 East Depot Street in Collinwood. Tammy West serves as Branch Manager and Debra Thrasher is the Library Clerk. Business hours for the library are Monday 11 A.M. – 6 P.M. Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M. and Saturday from 10 A.M. until 2 P.M. Closed on Sunday. The Collinwood Depot Branch Library held its grand opening on September 4, 2001. It is housed in the Depot Station that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 1, 1988. The current building was originally built in 1916 which was home to 4 rooms. The Depot was placed next to the completed railway that connected Collinwood to Iron City in 1913. With the town booming in 1918, a baggage room and additional warehouse were added to the station. With the railway operations on the down turn, the station ceased operation in 1939 and
the tracks were removed in the early 1940’s. After the abandonment and removal of the railway the Depot was, in the ensuing years, used as a house, warehouse, and at one time a grist mill. The Collinwood City Government utilized the Depot as City Hall from 1967 to 1977 and later was called home by a Senior Citizen Center. To the advantage of the citizens of Collinwood the depot building was newly renovated and is now known as “The Collinwood Depot Branch Library.”
James D. Vaughan in 1910. A Thursday evening performance will kickoff the event at 7 P.M. featuring The Hoppers, Gold City, and the LeFevre Quartet. A newly added Friday July 26 Matinee will begin at 1 P.M. featuring the Old Paths Quartet and the Caltons. Admission will be FREE. Then on Friday evening, known as friends and family night, the quartet festival will begin at 7 P.M.. with the Inspirations from Bryson City, NC, the McKameys, and the “Mighty” Kingsmen Quartet. A Saturday July 27 Matinee will be at 1 P.M. featuring the Songfellows Quartet, the Harvesters Quartet, and the Allen
Family. To cap off a great weekend, beginning at 6 P.M. you’ll hear, the Mark Trammell Quartet, the Perrys, the world famous Chuck Wagon Gang, and the fabulous Blackwood Brothers Quartet from Memphis, TN. Host Quartet and Lawrenceburg’s own, the Kellys, will appear each evening. Josh Franks will be the MC for the entire weekend. The Vaughan Festival will once again be held at the historic Crockett Theater. Tickets are on sale now! For more information call 1-800547-6500 or you may order your tickets online at www.lawrenceburgtn. gov
The City of Collinwood is a small town with a friendly atmosphere nestled near the beautiful Natchez Trace Parkway, in Wayne County, Tennessee. Collinwood encompasses a land area of approximately 1792 acres or 2.8 square miles within the borders of Wayne County which is the second largest
county in the State of Tennessee. Parks and Recreation revitalizes the city and enriches the lives of our city residents, the community, and the City of Collinwood as a whole. The downtown city park Ralph Hughes Sr. Memorial Park, includes a newly built stage, basketball courts, playground equipment,
Located directly beside the Collinwood City Pool, the City has available camper hookups for camping, located next to a picnic pavilion area. Tennis courts are also located near the City Pool area. Collinwood also has a well kept Dixie Youth Ball Park, complete with four fields, concessions stand and nice pavilion area. Families can be found playing ball on these facilities at all times throughout the year following regular baseball season.
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C’wood City Pool Nestled Near Ball Park And Picnic Pavilion
Vaughn Festival July 25-27 In Lawrenceburg Main Street, Lawrenceburg, proudly presents three days of gospel music’s favorite quartet singing and additional quartets for 2013. Over 15 southern gospel quartets will come to the birthplace of Southern Gospel Music, Lawerenceburg, on Thursday July 25 through Saturday July 27 to celebrate the heritage which was found by
a pavilion, picnic tables and lots of green open space. The Collinwood City Pool opens Memorial Day weekend, closes the 2nd weekend in August. (Dates may vary) There are always 2 life guards on duty. The pool facilities include a concession stand, ADA compliant restrooms and both a full size pool and a kiddy wading pool. Pool Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 A.M. - 5 P.M; Tuesday and Thursday 10 A.M. - 10 P.M..
The Tennessee River Trail Scenic Byway recently released a twoCD audio driving tour narrated by Tennessee Crossroads’ Joe Elmore that covers over 600 miles of road winding through Middle and West Tennessee, spanning as far north as Dover and south to Shiloh. The TN River Trail includes nine counties along the river and offers visitors and residents a unique glimpse into the history and events that shaped the region, including ferry locations, Civil War battles, nature-watching, historic downtowns and country music. The Driving Tour includes six attractions
in Wayne County: Waynesboro, Clifton, the T.S. Stribling Museum, Collinwood, Natchez Trace Parkway, and the Collinwood Depot/Wayne Co. Library. The two-disc tour includes direction and audio explanations of each site or attraction, as well as information on civilization, culture, commerce, Civil War stories and musical traditions. A copy of the Tennessee River Trail Audio Tour is on display in the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce office. The pamphlet and cover of the booklet include photos of the Tennessee River in Clifton, the Collinwood Welcome Center, and the T.S. Stribling Museum. A limited number of copies are available for sale at the Chamber of Commerce office at the Waynesboro Courthouse. Stop by to pick one up and enjoy a summer of exploration in the Tennessee River Valley!
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rainsr@tds.net or call me at 931-722-5016 to reserve a table at the fair. It’s free! We will also need to know if you will need an electrical outlet for computers, etc. Q. Will I be able to get copies of information I find at the fair? Yes. We will have a copy machine available for a small fee per copy made. Q. How much is admission to the fair? We accept donations of any amount to cover the cost of having the event, but they are not required. Q. What else happens at a family history fair? Three of our Society board members will be offering free classes on
Beginning Genealogy, Advanced Genealogy, and Cemeteries. Betty Peacock, David and Martha Montgomery are all experienced and wellresearched sources in these areas, and I am sure those attending will come away with something new they didn’t know already know. Q. Will the Historian’s Office in the Courthouse be open that day? Yes. We will have the office open from 9 a.m. to at least 1:00 p.m. Our History Office offers a wealth of information on Wayne County. We recently obtained the original school attendance lists, beginning in 1933. We also have received gifts of school yearbooks. We have just finished indexing the
names in Wayne County Cemeteries in alphabetical order. This index will be available for research now and the day of the Fair. These are just a few of the things available for your research at the History Office. Q. What if we get hungry?? Our local non-profit organizations will be there to provide delicious homemade meals and goodies! More information is available by contacting Shirley Bailey, 931-724-4428. Q. What does the “crafts” part of the fair offer? In past years, we have had displays of everything from pottery, quilts, and jewelry to paintings. All items must be handmade. For those wishing to
set up a display, contact Shirley Bailey, 931-7244428. Q. Do you have any parting thoughts for us concerning the fair? We will also have all of our Historical Society books for sale, including our newest project, which is called Wayne County War Between the States. We also have a pamphlet for sale that includes the histories of the three major areas of Wayne County and the effects of the War Between the States on those areas and the people written by Clovis “Hank” Brewer, John Templeton, and Betty Peacock. We really hope that everyone that wants to learn more about their Wayne County history will make plans to attend. If you need more
information, please don’t hesitate to call us at the
History Office, 931-7225016.
FastPass Rally A Thrill For Boating Enthusiasts
The FastPass Rally is held annually in July in the beautiful river city of Clifton. 2013 will be fifth consecutive year that the event has been held at the Bear Inn in Clifton. This group of boat enthusiasts are all proud owners of Allison racing boats. The group travels across the country to spend a week of fun out on the Tennessee River. The event will be held July 14-19 for more information please contact Troy Gardner or Amanda Alley at The Bear Inn 931-676-5552.
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