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Spring Hill Actor Broadens His Art With New Book On The Edgy Side BY BRYCE MARTIN

pring Hill film and theater actor Lee Wilson is definitely a man of the arts, especially when you include the author tag to his resume. His newest entry in the book market field is titled The Last Hybrid: Bloodline of Angels. Wilson describes it thusly, "It is a paranormal romance that includes angels of dark and light as well as other creatures." The back cover of the book tells us more: When Hannah dropped out of college after losing her scholarship she spent five years weaning herself of alpha males and alcohol, but when she decides to return to finish her degree she finds those things rolled into one in the intoxicating blue eyes of fellow student Daniel Keith. What she soon learns is that her newfound addiction to Daniel's bad-boy edge impairs her judgment beyond any mixed drink a frat boy could have handed her. She should have left when he cut his arm with a car key to show her his white blood. Or when he had a run-in with a dark angel on one of their dates. But Hannah stays, entranced by this man who remains a mystery to her. Is Daniel really a Nephilim, the son of an angel father and a human mother? And why does the small town of Spring Hill, Tennessee, seem to summon his enemies? As romance lures Hannah further into a shadowy world most people never see, she realizes she's gotten herself in deeper than she knew possible. And this time there's no option of dropping out. For those not familiar with the genre, a little explanation might be in order. A Nephilim is an entity half human and half angel. In the New Testament it mentions true angels as living among

Easter Egg Hunt It is time once again for bunnies, eggs, prizes, giving back to the community, fun and games. The community-wide Easter Egg Hunt which offers these opportunities will be March 23 at Evans Park. “At Grace Park, we feel a strong commitment to being a church who invests in our city. This event provides us an opportunity to bring families together, build community, and serve our city. It really is an afternoon for families to enjoy spending time together and to get to know others in our community,” says Amy Davis, egg hunt coordinator, in explanation as to why the church chooses to partner with local businesses to host an egg hunt for the Spring Hill community. It has come a long way from the first hunt which was held at Harvey Park for about 200 - 300 people who decided to brave the snow. Since then the hunt has been held at Evans Park with between 1000 and 2000 community members coming out to join in the festivities. This year the fun will begin when the activities field opens at 1:00 on March 23. There will be a petting zoo, bounce houses, games, and of course prize-filled eggs and the Easter Bunny. Prizes and stuffing will range anywhere from candy and coupons for local businesses to grand prizes which include gift baskets and bicycles. With 20,000 stuffed eggs, there will be plenty for everyone. When asked her thoughts about the egg hunt, Anna Brawders put it this way, "My kids look forward to this event every year! The fun family environment and welcoming atmosphere that Grace Park creates is one that makes us feel right at home." There will also be various ways to give back to the community. Some of these opportunities include donating non-perishable food items to the Well (www.springhillwell.org) and writing thank

Lee Wilson humans on earth. Though his is not a book with a primary theme of religion, Wilson is asked if that is in line with his story. "Yes, angels make appearances in the events recorded in the New Testament and Hebrews 13:2 tells us, 'Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.' So according to the Bible, angels could possibly still have a physical presence here on earth. I say physical because they would need to look, feel and act human for us to entertain them as though they were simply another human. Genesis 6 tells us of a time when angels actually took on a physical presence and had children with human women. Those children the Bible calls Nephilim and they were exceptionally strong and referred to as 'heroes of old, men of renown.'" Wilson and his family reside in Spring Hill, the backdrop for his current novel. "I moved here from Brentwood in about 2004

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when we decided an apartment wasn't going to cut stances." it with our second child on the way. Before that we Persons in Spring Hill he has viewed or came to were in Georgia and moved to Tennessee with know personally may be characters in his books work." and not know it. Authors often use a composite of Books about Nephilim are not in abundance but a number of real live people in daily life to form the interest of paranormal subjects in the movies their fictional characters. Wilson is no exception. and in print seems to be rising, Wilson agrees. "The book disclaimer says that characters are "I think that's true. Novels about supernatural and purely from my imagination, but many, if not most paranormal characters are very popular right now. of them, are influenced by people that I've known. Twilight, for example, was obviously a phenome- So my imagination, at least some of the time, was nal success. My publisher thinks, and I agree, that pointed in the right direction by real people." Wilson was asked if he was influenced by any of The Last Hybrid will appeal to that crowd as well. I think that the rise in popularity of such topics is the classic literature authors, such as Faulkner, partly because modern science seems to know so Steinbeck, or Hemingway. much about people and animals that it seems "I read Hemingway as a teenager. But I'm defithere's little left to discover. But with supernatural nitely influenced by more of the modern edgy creatures, a deep sense of mystery can be kept be- stuff. And some stuff that was ahead of its time that cause some of them are fictitious but some of was written in the early 1990s." them, like angels, are real but not accessible. At For a tougher question, Wilson barely broke least not in a way we would need for them to be in stride in summing up The Last Hybrid in one short order to know them well. They remain mysterious sentence. and even frightening." "Sometimes what seems wrong for you can be His Nephilim book he plans as the start of a se- right." ries. He has other books in print as well, including He has appeared in some movies and television The Real Heaven which he co-authored with his series and is tapping at the door to seek entry into father-in-law Joe Beam. the fold of the TV series Nashville, shot right here, "We wrote a follow-up, expanded version and of course, in Music City. it's in bookstores such as Books-A-Million or can "My agent and I are hopeful for consideration be purchased in such places as Amazon.com." for a strong role at some point in the future." Wilson employs Word to prepare and present his Until then, expect to see him again in a lead role manuscripts. He does not have a specific time of when the annual Spring Hill production of Scathe, day when he writes. a Civil War drama, unveils in a few short weeks. "I try to schedule. I really do. But usually my Will he revive his role as the ill-fated Gen. Van writing occurs from sessions that happened when Dorn in that one?" I realized I had time to write. In those sessions I "Only one way to find out," he said take as much time as I have and write as much as I can until I have to stop." Whatever, the formula, it's working for him. If a movie is made of his series, he knows what role would best suit him, if asked. "Daniel. I wrote him as I think I would be under different circumThe Last Hybrid Book Cover

you cards for our police officers and firefighters. These activities will be available at your convenience throughout the day. The hunts will be divided into two age groups: 5 and under, 6 and over. This is to ensure safety of the younger children and to keep from having too many kids in one space at a time. There will be an area on the activities field for children ages 1 and under to pick up eggs at their leisure. The timeline for the day’s events is as follows: 1:00—activities field opens 1:30—egg hunt for children 5 and under 2:30—egg hunt for children 6-10 3:00—activities field closes So mark your calendars and get ready for an afternoon of family fun with your friends and neighbors. For more information or to participate as a sponsor, please go to www.graceparkchurch.org.

Don’t miss the community-wide Easter Egg Hunt on March 23, 2013 at Evens Park in Spring Hill, Tenn.!

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Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen Election Thursday, April 11, 2013 • Early voting March 22 - April 6

February set new record for sales tax revenue collected in one month in Spring Hill Due to Commercial Retail Sector in Maury County Spring Hill is proud to announce that February set a new record for sales tax revenue collected in one month! Never before has the City seen over $400K in one month, but Spring Hill brought in $406,924. Most of this revenue was due to the commercial retail sector in Maury County. “This is certainly an exciting achievement, especially in this economy, and only proves that the decisions taken over the past few years have led us into a fu-

ture of growth, development and prosperity,” commented Mayor Mike Dinwiddie. “I am honored to have served as Mayor during this challenging period and proud to be able to end my term with this news, knowing we did a GREAT job for our residents. I am excited about upcoming announcements and confident in the future of our great City.” “I am especially pleased about our local sales taxes collected from retail sales during the

Christmas season. I was hoping to stay even with last year’s sales and we beat that by 6%. This coincides with building permits issued the past two years. For 2011, we issued 303 permits and for 2012, 405 permits…or a 33.7% increase. It is gratifying to see both residential growth in conjunction with commercial retail growth in Spring Hill. We are poised to continue this trend in the future,” said Jim Smith, Finance Director of Spring Hill.

Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center has been awarded a grant from the Petfinder Foundation for John Paul Pet grooming products valued at $1,075. John Paul Pet is a line of pet shampoos, conditioners, sprays and pet wipes developed by animal lover and hair care mogul John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of Paul Mitchell Systems. The Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center (WCAC) recently received a shipment from John Paul Pet containing shampoo, wipes and conditioner for bathing and caring for shelter animals. Mark Basenberg, Community Relations Coordinator for WCAC, reports that staff and volunteers at the facility are already using the products, and are pleased with the results. “We are pleased to have been chosen by Petfinder Foundation to receive these high-quality pet care products. Our shelter animals will receive the pampering they deserve and will be in top shape for adoption.” Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center is located at 106 Claude Yates Dr., next to Franklin High School. Adoptable animals can be viewed at www. adoptwcac.org or at the center from 10 a.m. to 6

Volunteer Emily Gain dries Myles, a four-year-old adoptable Australian cattle dog, after his soothing bath in John Paul Pet shampoo, provided to Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center by the Petfinder Foundation. courtesy photo p.m. Monday through Friday, or 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. To learn more about Petfinder

Foundation and their efforts to save lives through adoption, visit www.petfinderfoundation.com

Be an Everyday Hero by Giving UT offers spring workshops for farmers Blood during Red Cross Month marketing to local consumers Registration still open for March and April dates

SPRING HILL, Tenn. – Farmers who plan to market directly to the public as well as to chefs and grocery stores may be interested in a set of workshops being offered by the University of Tennessee Center for Profitable Agriculture in March and April. The first workshop is a two-day course called the Direct Marketing Sense Workshop. “This comprehensive course provides fundamental information for farmers to help them increase their potential for success,” says Megan Bruch, marketing specialist for the Center for Profitable Agriculture. “The workshop presents information and tools related to business planning, marketing, risk management, regulations and more.” Direct Marketing Sense will be offered three times in March:

March 7-8 in Clarksville, March 11-12 in Spring Hill and March 19-20 in Kingsport. Registration is $40 per person. The second workshop is a oneday event with a similar title but with a different emphasis and materials. The one-day Direct Farm Marketing for Success Workshop will focus on marketing and sales methods that can enhance profitability and will include in-depth information on accepting EBT, debit and credit cards; maximizing the impact of advertising; buying advertising and using social media. The Direct Farm Marketing for Success Workshop will be held in five locations in March and April: March 14 in Jackson, March 15 in Nashville, April 3 in White Pine, April 4 in Athens and April 5 in Monteagle. The

registration fee is $15 per person. Pre-registration for all workshops is required five days prior to the workshop date. These events fulfill a Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) requirement for a direct marketing workshop. The workshops are funded, in part, by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture through a Specialty Crop Block Grant. More information about specific locations and registration is available on the Center for Profitable Agriculture website: http://ag.tennessee.edu/cpa. For more details, contact Megan Bruch at mlbruch@utk.edu or 931-486-2777.

Step Back in Time - Railroad Heritage Day Tuscumbia, AL - The Memphis & Charleston Railroad Historical Society will host the first annual Railroad Heritage Day on March 23, 2013 in Tuscumbia, AL beginning at 10AM and ending at 5PM. Although most of the day’s events will center around the Tuscumbia Depot, the entire town will be participating in the celebration. The event will feature the Open House of Tuscumbia’s new Roundhouse, the premier of the documentary Sesquicentennial Civil War History of Colbert

County, Alabama, an antique tractor and antique wagon exhibit, a National Railway Historical Society exhibit, a steam whistle exhibit presented by Robert Beberniss, and music by the Cane Creek Cliff Dwellers and fiddler Chris Ryan. Many of Bluewater Publications local historical authors including Rickey Butch Walker, Tim Kent and Mark E. Hubbs will also be present signing their books. Tuscumbia merchants will be participating in the celebration with sidewalk sales and special coupons. C&C Eats and Treats

and Grandma’s Fried Pies will be on hand to satisfy hunger pangs and sweet tooths. Market 35674 will host big-basket giveaways and prizes. There is even going to be a scavenger hunt and train rides at Spring Park for the children. This is an event for the young, the old and all of those in between. Don’t miss the opportunity to step back in time for the day. Come to Tuscumbia March 23rd. For more information and the entire schedule of events go to www.mcrrhs.org.

Spring Beef Cattle Sale scheduled for UT Plateau AgResearch Center CROSSVILLE, Tenn. - The University of Tennessee Plateau AgResearch and Education Center will hold its annual spring heifer and bull sale on Friday, March 22, starting at 10:00 a.m. CDT. The sale will feature highquality registered open Angus, Gelbvieh, and Balancer heifers as well as registered Angus bulls. All sale animals will come from the existing UT herd. Minimum bids per head will be required. Registration documentation and performance data are available for review. A list of the cattle to be sold is available online at

http://plateau.tennessee.edu The sale location is the the center headquarters located off U.S. Highway 70N in Crossville. The address is 320 Experiment Station Road. For more information, or to make arrangements to preview sale stock, contact the Plateau Center at 931-484-0034, or email Glenda Wisdom at gwisdom@utk.edu. Marcka Auction Services will oversee the sale, with Marcus Davis presiding as auctioneer. The sale will be conducted at the center's headquarters on U.S. Highway 70 North, approximately 8 miles west of

Crossville. The Plateau AgResearch and Education Center in Crossville is one of 10 outdoor laboratories located throughout the state as part of the UT AgResearch system. UT AgResearch is a division of the UT Institute of Agriculture. In addition to its agricultural research programs, the UT Institute of Agriculture also provides instruction, research and public service through the UT College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, the UT College of Veterinary Medicine and UT Extension offices in every county in the state.

Blood donors are Everyday Heroes who help save lives. During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks. “Red Cross Month is an ideal time for people to show support for our mission,” said Tim Ryerson, CEO of the Tennessee Valley Blood Services Region. “Anyone can become an Everyday Hero by giving blood or platelets, becoming a volunteer, making a financial donation or taking a class.” March was first proclaimed Red Cross Month in 1943 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Since that time, every president, including President Barack Obama, has designated March as Red Cross Month. The organization has been helping people for more than 130 years. The need for blood is constant. From cancer patients and accident victims to premature babies and those with blood disorders, someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds. The blood and platelets we collect help those living in your community, as well as those who have traveled for advanced treatment, or perhaps even our friends and family living far away. Last year, thousands of units of blood and platelets were donated through the Tennessee Valley Blood Services Region. At the American Red Cross, we strive to provide a reliable, steady blood supply whenever and wherever it is needed. Colby Chance Hitchcock knows first-hand that blood donors are Everyday Heroes. Before Colby was born, doctors told his mother Becca that her baby boy had a congenital heart defect called Tricuspid Atresia. “Our emotions had quickly

cock. In August of 2009, he underwent a Bilateral Bidirectional Glenn Operation. And in March 2011, Colby fought through another surgery called the Fontan palliation. The Fontan palliation is the final planned surgery in the repair of a single ventricle-type of heart defect.[2]

Colby Chance Hitchcock, Blood Recipient

"Colby has done so well through all of his surgeries and procedures, and we have nothing but high hopes for his future,” said Becca Hitchcock.

turned from what will his name be to will he survive the remainder of the pregnancy,” said Colby’s mother, Becca Hitchcock.

Today, Colby is four and a half years old and attending PreKindergarten, which he loves.

Tricuspid Atresia is a condition in which the tricuspid valve never develops, so no blood can flow from the right atrium to the right ventricle. As a result, the right ventricle is small and not fully developed.[1] On Aug. 4, 2008, Colby was born. He spent 11 days inside the neonatal intensive care unit at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, where his heart and lungs were closely monitored. “This hospital stay was our first exposure to the value of the American Red Cross blood supply. During his stay, Colby required some blood products to stabilize him,” said Hitchcock. By October, Colby required surgery to place a shunt in his heart. The shunt was necessary to increase blood flow to his lungs. “Fortunately for Colby, the necessary blood was there when he needed it. The American Red Cross and the blood that they supply became a reality for our family. Since that first surgery, we have committed to giving back to the organization that has given us so much," said Hitch-

You can help the Red Cross save lives and celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood on one of the following dates: Maury,TN 3/11/13 1:30 PM 5:30 PM Mt. Pleasant Community Center 501 Gray Lane Mount Pleasant Maury.TN 3/13/13 3:00 PM 8:00 PM The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 2998 Commonwealth Drive Spring Hill Maury, TN 3/18/13 12:00 PM 5:00 PM First Presbyterian Church 5344 Main St. Spring Hill Maury, TN 3/21/13 11:30 AM 5:30 PM American Legion Post 19 812 Nashville Highway Columbia

March Paint-Along classes offered at Milky Way Farm Make your plans now to enjoy a leisurely morning painting along with instructor Susan E. Jones at one of Giles County’s historic jewels, Milky Way Farm. Located at the Manor House at 520 Milky Way Road off Pulaski Hwy 31 north of Pulaski, Tennessee, the three hour class begins at 9am and runs until noon, when you’ll be served a delicious meal among the antiques and treasures of the farm’s Manor House. Feel free to linger in the afternoon and

stroll the grounds to view for yourself the beauty that is Milky Way Farms. The Iris class is scheduled for April 13, and the Magnolia class is scheduled for May 11. The $50 fee per class includes EVERYTHING… canvas, acrylic paints that wash up with water, brushes, paint-along instructions, catered lunch, and more! You’ll have fun, meet new friends with an interest in art, and leave with your very own

Masterpiece! No prior experience of painting is necessary, just the desire to tap into your creative spirit and have fun! Class is recommended for students 16 years old and older. Registration is required to ensure an easel, supplies, and lunch are prepared. Hurry, space is limited! For more information or to register call instructor Susan E Jones at 615-216-5907.

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Spring Hill Has Sprung BY BRYCE MARTIN "Truckers, Welcome, A Home Away From Home." That's part of what it reads inside an old matchbook for Stan's Cafe on eBay for sale with a starting bid of $10.99. Stan and Myrtle also say they have "Clean Bunk House and Showers." Truckers are still welcome it seems. Stan's was razed a few years back but big rigs by the half dozen or more can be seen idled at the vacant Main Street location on any given day. "We Never Close," Stan and Myrtle wanted you to know. That means when the new Waffle House opens soon down the street it will not be "Spring Hill's first 24-hour, sitdown restaurant," as reported by some media sources. +++ With new clinics and medical emergency centers creating new jobs, Columbia State Community College is there, offering new classes each semester for EMT, Emergency Medical Technician. ... Tennessee Technology Center at Pulaski started a new Phlebotomy class at Northfield on October 22, 2012 and the 14member class was all female. Phlebotomists are trained primarily to draw blood for donation or laboratory tests. According to some available statistics, female phlebotomy techs earn slightly less than their male counterparts. ... Northfield employees are often treated to free movies at the campus and also free pay-perview TV events, all on their off

time, of course. A 100-seat theater and a 300seat multipurpose room at Northfield can be rented by the public for meetings or other events. +++ Mystery repeats itself. For the November 1984 issue of Blue & Gray Magazine ("For Those Who Still Hear The Guns"), the cover story was "The Mysteries of Spring Hill, Tennessee," along with a photo of Rippavilla on the front cover. A similar title, "The Mystery of Spring Hill," was a study written by William Travis Crawford, a native of Lawrenceburg, Tenn., prior to his graduation in June 1954 from the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis. +++ With the release of the new Bruce Willis movie, A Good Day to Die Hard, it brought to mind Fred Thompson and his role as Trudeau, chief of air operations at Dulles International Airport, from the franchise's 1990 Die Hard 2 release. Fred, actor, politician, attorney, has family here. Brother Ken D. Thompson and wife Kathy live on Main St. +++ Is former mayor George Jones running for mayor again or not? Can you go a few feet in any direction and not see one of his political signs proclaiming as much? Jones knows a thing or two about distributing signs. He was mayor when Saturn came to town and land prices skyrocketed. During that early boom, Jones placed signs reading "My Home

Williamson County CASA Program Director Barbara Tierno said that the character of this particular set of volunteers has been of great encouragement to her. “This group of advocates is one of the closest groups I have had in my four years of experience training our CASAs,” she said.

“They seemed to have formed a really strong bond with one another and are extremely thorough and empathetic.” Each year, hundreds of Williamson County children are brought before the court; reasons range from abuse and neglect to complete abandonment. CASA independently trains its volunteer members to investigate these children’s situations, and report back to the court with their findings. CASA’s ultimate goal is that each Williamson County child finds a safe and permanent home. Volunteers undergo 30 hours of training and three hours of court observation prior to standing before a judge. Once completed, each member goes before Judge Guffee to swear an oath to rep-

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is not for sale. Compliments of George Jones, Mayor." +++ You could say outgoing Mayor Michael Dinwiddie has his wings back. About ten years ago, Dinwiddie mailed a flier to the Spring Hill populace offering training to get a private pilot's license,"Follow Your Dreams -Learn How To Fly." Dinwiddie noted that he was an FAA Certified Flight Instructor with a college degree in Professional Aviation from Louisiana Tech and had "a 100 percent success rate in training private pilots." I mentioned the flier to him at a Ham Festival three years ago and he said he had let some of his air licenses lapse since then. All of which brings us to now, and to Buffalo Wild Wings where he is employed as a server. +++ Spring Hill is one of three Tennessee cities ranked as the top 100 safest in the nation, coming in at No. 61, according to the website NeighborhoodScout. Essentially, it means we have few reported major crimes. Our neighbor Brentwood came in at No. 35 and Memphis suburb Germantown ranked 55th. Cities with populations of at least 25,000 were measured. Spring Hill's last murder was in 2007. Broken down more, the study, based on 2011 data, concluded that the odds of someone in Spring Hill becoming a victim of a violent crime amounted to 1 chance in 850 while it was 1 in

164 for Tennesseans in general. +++ Technology on the rise: The popular breakfast spot Bucky's, where the waitresses know the customers by name on Hwy. 31 near downtown in Columbia, now offers WiFi. It's open daily 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. +++ More on the technological beat: It is hard to believe in the year 2013 you could be a part of radio history, but you can. On the Square in downtown Columbia, Killion's Coffee and Creamery has rebranded and is now Killion's Radio Cafe. A live band performs on Saturday evenings and the show is streamed from radio station WMRB 910, The Duck. The radio station moved into the Square eatery recently. Tables and chairs line the sidewalk outside. Week nights on the square should be fun what with Puckett's getting ready to open. They plan on opening the doors and letting the live music fill the square. On Friday nights, The Duck broadcasts live from Gary's Place in Spring Hill at Campbell Station behind the old Kroger's.

Martin, a Spring Hill resident since 2002, is semi-retired and a former journalist for four California daily newspapers and another in Oklahoma. In addition, he has contributed articles to many regional and national magazines. http://springhillhassprung.blogs pot.com.

Eleven Williamson County CASA Volunteers sworn in by Judge Guffee FRANKLIN— On Tuesday, Feb. 26 the Williamson County Juvenile Court system recognized 11 community members and their work with Williamson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). The volunteers were sworn in by Judge Sharon Guffee, who is familiar with the non-profit organization’s mission to advocate for abused and neglected children in the county court system.

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resent and advocate for the community's most vulnerable children. This is the first Williamson County CASA training group in 2013, and includes individuals from various professions and community groups. Director of Development and Public Relations Danielle McMorran said because of the sensitive nature of the volunteer work, the organization looks for individuals with certain attributes. “CASA is run largely on volunteers, and without them our work could not be done,” she said. “Because of particular situations and what many caseloads entail, we look for someone who can maintain composure in crisis, is able to work with a wide range of people—from medical

and school professionals to inmates—and those who have the ability to suspend personal judgments from decisions handed to judges.” The sworn-in volunteers were: Karen Beauchene, Vanessa Bonner, Dale Buford, Adrianna Coranado, Donna Dressler, David Greer, Michele Marx, Marcia Nordstrom, Susan Wade, Andrea Walter, and Claudia Zanolini.

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The next training class will begin in May 2013. For more information about volunteering with Williamson County CASA, or how to make a donation, call (615) 591-2699 or visit w w w. Wi l l i a m s o n C o u n t y CASA.org.

(Left to Right) Chris Williams - Commandant, Steve Logue - Sr. Vice Commandant, Al Knowles - Jr. Vice Commandant and Ed Overby - Judge Advocate. courtesy photo The Mule Town Detachment # 1286 is a vital, vibrant part of the Marine Corps League and a vital, vibrant part of the community. Service to our fellow Marines and to our community is what we are about, committed to enhancing the quality of life in the county.

(left to right). Danielle McMorran (Director of Development and Public Relations), Vanessa Bonner (volunteer advocate), Susan Wade (volunteer advocate), David Greer (volunteer advocate), Andrea Walter (volunteer advocate), Judge Sharon Guffee (Williamson County Juvenile Court Judge), Karen Beauchene (volunteer advocate), Michele Marx (volunteer advocate), Audrey Freshwater (Advocate Supervisor), Dale Buford (volunteer advocate), Marcia Nordstrom (volunteer advocate), Adrianna Coranado (volunteer advocate), Donna Dressler (volunteer advocate), Claudia Zanolini (volunteer advocate), and Barbara Tierno (Program courtesy photo Director).

Maury Regional Medical Center Calendar of Event Information for March REGULARLY SCHEDULED SUPPORT GROUPS/CLASSES Expectant Parent Classes Maury Regional Medical Center offers Expectant parent classes each month with a variety of course topics, including a comprehensive sixhour class, breastfeeding, and a siblings class designed for new brothers and sisters. Classes are free with the exception of Lamaze® and infant CPR. For a complete list of

classes, visit mauryregional.com or call 931.490.7046. Diabetes Education Group – 1st Tuesday The Diabetes Education Group meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in Maury Regional Medical Center’s Private Dining Room 1. Topics and presenters vary each month. For more information, call 931.540.4324. Blood pressure checks at Colum-

bia Senior Center – Home Services – 2nd Tuesday Free blood pressure checks are offered by Maury Regional Home Services on the second Tuesday of each month from 9:30–10:30 a.m. at the Columbia Senior Center located near the main entrance of Maury County Park. For more information, please call 931.490.4600. Breast Cancer Support Group – 3rd Monday The Breast Cancer Support Group meets on the third Monday of each month at Maury Regional Medical

Center at 5:30 p.m. No meetings in July, August or December. Call 931.540.4166 for more information. Ostomy Partners Support Group – 4th Thursday The Ostomy Partners Support Group is for persons with an ileostomy, colostomy, or urostomy and meets the fourth Thursday of each month at Maury Regional Medical Center. Family members and friends are also invited. Contact 931.490.4600 for more information.

Besides awarding scholarships, the League members participate in the Veterans Administration Voluntary Service (VAVS) Program - an assistance program for hospitalized veterans, provides meals for hospitalized veterans, provides membership incentives, participates in patriotic functions and provides representation to the U. S. Congress in legislative matters affecting the U. S. Marine Corps, national security and veterans benefits

through its National Legislative Committee and its National Legislative Officer and participates in Toys for Tots and other community based programs. The league also provides an annual $1,000 scholarship to the Columbia Central High School Navy JROTC and a $1000 scholarship in honor of Lance Cpl. Andrew P. Carpenter (USMC) for a graduating senior from one of Maury County's Public High School each June. For more information on the Mule Town Marine Corps League Detachment # 1286, call 931-363-8642, 931-3887351 or visit www.MuleTownMCL1286.com.

Williamson County Parks and Recreation Facilities closed on March 29 and March 31, 2013 In observance of Easter, all Williamson County Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Friday, March 29 and Sunday, March 31, 2013. All facilities will be open during their regular operating hours on Saturday, March 30, unless otherwise noted. All facilities will reopen at their regularly scheduled times on Monday, April 1, 2013.

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and a one-mile pet run/walk. Pre-registration is now closed. Race-day registration begins at 8 a.m. and is $20 for the 5k run/walk. The one-mile fun-run and pet run/walk are $10 each. In addition to donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the Columbia State Respiratory Care Club has planned the event to raise money for the state respiratory care convention in

Nashville and the state exam board review. The event was planned in conjunction with Maury County Parks and Recreation. The race is open to everyone in the Maury County community, and the registration form is available online at www.columbiastate.edu/5k-runwalk.

Easter Lunch at Historic Area Egg Hunts hosted by Williamson County Rippavilla Plantation Rippavilla Plantation will be hosting its annual Easter lunch on Sunday, March 31, 2013. There will be two seating times for the buffet lunch, 11:00am and 1:00pm. Easterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu will include: baked spiral ham with apricot glaze, roast beef with horseradish sauce, green beans, loaded potato salad, corn casserole, fresh fruit salad, warm rolls with butter, carrot cake and chocolate bread pudding. Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite, fruit tea will also be available. Guests will dine in the original dining room that is now the parlor or the beautiful sun room. In

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Big Turnout Pays Final Tribute To Entertainer Jeff Carpenter BY BRYCE MARTIN Upwards of an estimated 250 persons stopped by to pay tribute to Jeff Carpenter on Sunday, March 10, at Gary's Place in Spring Hill. The singer-songwritermusician passed away unexpectedly February 28 due to a heart attack. He was 38. Congenial in nature and goodhearted, observers there to celebrate his life could not recall a turnout like this for an area musician in recent years. "It's big," said Chuck Killion. "It's real big." Killion was on hand live streaming the day's events for his radio station WMRB, The Duck, out of Columbia. Nine bands performed for an hour each, from 1 to 9. In order they were: Southern SpYce, Pitch Black Rose, Still Rollin', Scotty Morton Band, Darren Brothers Band, Tune Doctors, Bohemian Highway, Rough Country, and the evening was capped off with Carpenter's own

band members providing a final farewell set. Each band had memories they shared about Carpenter. One singer even wrote a song about him and sang it to the tune of "Lodi." "He never made much money/But look at all the friends he has." Carpenter's uncle Louie came down from Michigan to pay his respects. Louie Morse and wife Christine had visited a couple of years back when Carpenter had his Carters Creek Band. "I asked Jeff how he had so many friends," Morse recalled. "He sure knew a lot of people." Dale Staley is one of them. From Columbia, he said he knew "the whole family." Carpenter's mate Debbie (Semmier) Carpenter was there giving and receiving many warm hugs during the day. Debbie's daughter Jayden helped burn and prepare an extra batch of Carpenter's CDs prior to the event. The music was mostly of the

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rockin', raucous variety, much in the vein of Carpenter's own recording titled "In the Mud." There was variety, however. Ruth Ann Minshall picked her spots sitting in on clarinet. When Carpenter's CDs went on sale, Richard Perry from Hickman County bought the entire lot and had someone pass them out to all the musicians in the room and anyone else who wanted one. Laura Amond, who wrote a sterling tribute to the fallen musician on short notice, one that appeared on the cover of The Informer, stayed busy hustling a serving tray around the place for drink orders. Fifty or more area businesses pitched in to sponsor the event. Guitars donated for a raffle included a Jay Turser, an Ibanez and a Dean. A silent auction included other prizes. Born Jeffrey Allen Carpenter on October 9, 1974, in Hillsdale County, Mich., he later spent some time in Northwest Arkansas. Still a teenager, he moved back to Michigan and began learning music for real from his uncle Louie in

Jonesville. Back at home, he founded the band Rough Country. He next traveled and performed over much of the U.S., his uncle Louie taking over the band he left behind. Carpenter avoided Nashville in his travels, a place that could end his dream for good or bad. He finally fixed Nashville in his sights and before long he was the regular performer at the legendary Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, the legacy version at the Nashville Airport. Carpenter recorded a self-titled CD with producer Markus Stadler in Madison, Tenn., at Bumpin' Heads Studio, with songs proving he was pure country and didn't mind letting you know. Interment took place at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Michigan's Jefferson Township. He lies in rest with his favorite guitar, signed by many of those in attendance Sunday. Judging by Sunday's turnout and heartfelt participation, he will not be forgotten soon in these parts, either.

For more information on the Franklin egg hunt, please call (615)790-5719, ext. 2010; for the Fairview egg hunt, please call (615)799-9331, ext. 2310. Williamson County Parks and Recreation would like to thank all 2013 egg hunt sponsors for their generous support! The Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Academy, Sonic Drive-In, Darrell Waltrip Automotive Group, Franklin Synergy Bank, Mapco Mart, McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Great Clips, Resurrected Closet and Gift Cottage.

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Confederate Gray Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy attending the Lee, Jackson and Maury luncheon Saturday, January 19, at Brentwood Country Club, hosted by Nashville Affiliated Chapters, Captain John S. Donelson, General William B. Bate, Kate Litton Hickman, and Nashville #1, were Jeanell Kutterer, Kathryn Kozlinski, Johnnia Elkins, Joyce Hildenbrandt, Elizabeth Bouldin-Payor, and Laura Hayes. This event honored General Robert E. Lee, General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, and Admiral Matthew Fontaine Maury in the 150 years remembrance of their courage and bravery in protecting the Southland.

Tennessee Division Military Service Award Chairman Jeanell Kutterer and Tennessee Division President Linda Fritz presented posthumously a Cross of Military Service Award for Major Carl Neel Reeves, Jr., U.S. Air Force, 76th Military Airlift, Vietnam Conflict.

Starting Monday, March 18, 2013, the Williamson County Health Department and the University of Tennessee Extension will be offering free Dining with Diabetes Classes. The 4-week program is a cooking school for people with diabetes, their caregivers, and/or their spouse and family members. You will learn how to prepare

healthy meals that have less fat, sugar and salt without cutting out taste.

Thomas L. Clark, the author of Courage for Living, spoke about the heroine of his book, Harriet Virginia Maxwell Overton, and her deeds during the War between the States. For information about this organization contact Jeanell Kutterer at jeanellkutterer@yahoo.com.

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Confederate Gray Chapter Daughters, Jeanell Kutterer, Johnnia Elkins, Kathryn Kozlinski, Joyce Hildenbrandt, Elizabeth Bouldin-Payor, and Laura Hayes, with Tennessee General Dicourtesy photo vision President Linda Fritz.

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HAPPENINGS & COMMUNITY EVENTS CITY OF SPRING HILL SCHEDULED MEETINGS: Planning Commission – 2nd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall. Board of Mayor & Aldermen – 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. SPRING HILL LIONS CLUB meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month. Meetings are held in the basement of the Winchester Bldg.(next to Evans Park) during September through April. May through August meetings are conducted at Pete Boyd Recreational Complex. All meetings are at 7:00 pm . To join the Spring Hill Lions Contact Elton Ragsdale @ 931-3840642 or Mike Carpenter @ 615791-1878. SPRING HILL GARDEN CLUB: Active group of gardeners of all ages from beginners to Master Gardeners that not only love to learn, but give back to the community. Open to all area residents. Meet 2nd Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. Meeting location varies, contact us through our website: springhillgardenclub.com SPRING HILL SENIOR CITIZENS The Spring Hill Senior Citizens meets each Monday at 11:00 AM. A brief program, often including a guest speaker. Potluck Lunch TWICE a month, the 2nd and 4th Mondays. All seniors 55 and over are welcome. The Center is located on the second floor of the Evan's Park Building, 563 Maury Hill Street, Spring Hill, TN. For more information call SHSC President, Melba Norris at (931) 4860291. COLUMBIA CYCLING CLUB “Riding Together is Better” promotes bicycling in our community, encourages safe group rides, develops and maintains bike paths and MTB trails, promotes fitness, and conducts tours and races. For a list of upcoming events and information on how to join, please visit their website at www.ColumbiaCyclingClub.com Recreational and competitive riders are welcome! SPRING HILL AREA PARENT EDUCATORS (SHAPE): Activities and field trips each month for those shaping their children’s lives through home education. For more information on the support and fellowship opportunities contact Chelsea Shay at shapedirector@charter.net www.shapeeducators.com HAPPY BABIES – The Happiest Baby classes for new parents are the fourth Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. at Tennessee Pediatrics in Spring Hill. Cost: $40. Register: Micky Jones at 931-489-1099 or 615-414-4982. THE MOMS CLUB OF SPRING HILL: The MOMS Club of Spring Hill meets throughout the month to provide support for stay-at-home moms through various day-time activities. All stay-at-home moms and their children are welcomed. For more information please contact Tiffany at 615-302-8028 or momsclubpringhill@yahoo.com THE MOMS CLUB OF THOMPSON’S STATION meets throughout the month to provide support for stay-at-home moms through various day-time activities. All stay-at-home moms and their children are welcomed. For more information please contact Beth Worley, 615-533-2449 or stationmoms@hotmail.com. NEW SUPPORT GROUP FOR BARIATRIC SURGERY PATIENTS: For anyone who has had bariatric surgery or may have it. 2nd Wed. of every month, Saturn Union Hall, Local #1853, 125 Stephen P. Yokich Pkwy., Spring Hill, TN 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP

A support group for people with Multiple Sclerosis sponsored by the National MS Society meets every 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St. Luke U. M. Church, 606 Sante Fe Pike. This support group is designed to help people living with MS, their family and friends, to meet others affected by MS. For more information, call Cheryl Morrison at (931) 446-2439 or the National MS Society at 1-800-FIGHT MS. SPRING HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY March 2013 Events at the Spring Hill Public Library Artist for the month of February Marion Williams found that painting with watercolor was a more practical art hobby once she had children. She could stop and start without a lot of preparation involved. Her watercolors and some oils will be on display throughout the Spring Hill Library the month of March. She will teach a class on sketching and watercolor for all age groups on Monday, March 18, at 6 p.m. EVERY WEEK Story Time: 10 a.m., Monday – Thursday. Story Time includes songs, stories, and an art project. Teen Wednesday: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., Wednesdays. Come hang out; discuss pop culture, sports, manga, games, or the book you couldn’t put down. Feel free to bring your game system. Snacks always welcome. No sign up necessary. For more info contact Patrick Jefferson at the Library 931/4862932. MONTHLY Teen Book Club: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m., 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. Chicks with Sticks: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 2 & 16 (1st & 3rd Saturday). Knitting club open to all. Creative Movement: 11:00 a.m., Thursday,March 21 (3rd Thursday). Led by Molly Voorhis of The Tennessee Dance Arts Conservatory. Homeschool Lego Club: 2:00-4:00 p.m. Friday, March 15 (3rd Friday). For info call or text Jill Garrett at 615-943-4930. Songapoastoretry – 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., March 27 (last Wednesday of the month). An eclectic in-the-round type format for poets, songwriters, and storytellers to showcase their talents. Meet in the conference room. For more info, check out Songapoastoretry on Facebook.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS Dr. Seuss Party!: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 1. Come enjoy big fun celebrating some of the greatest characters in children’s books. Games, balloon man, refreshments, a special craft, and more, thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Spring Hill Library. Excel 2010 (Part 2) Computer Class: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., Monday, March 4 Learn how to create, save, and find spreadsheets. Some prior computer experience would be helpful; no previous experience with spreadsheets is necessary. Call the Library to sign up. ADHD Questions Answered: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Friday, March 8. Ask a medical professional about coping strategies, medicines, characteristics of ADHD with or without hyperactivity. You can even email your questions beforehand to Elizabeth York, RN, FNP-C at bodybrainhealth@gmail.com. T’NT: This and That: 11 a.m., Saturday, March 9. See the Kidz Kompany perform segments of all their shows: Acting Up! Boo! Nutcracker Story, & Hats! Free. Fun live show for all ages. Word (Part 1) Computer Class: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., March 11 Learn how to create, save, and find documents. Some prior computer experience would be helpful; prior Word experience is not necessary. Call the Library to sign up. Anxiety Questions Answered: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 13. Acute Care & Nurse Practitioner Elizabeth York will talk about causes, diagnosis and treatment (medications & natural approaches), and the latest research out there. She’ll also give you money saving tips on prescriptions. Free opportunity to ask a profes-

sional all your questions. You can email her in advance at bodybrainhealth@gmail.com. American Girl Party: 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 16. We’ll celebrate Addy and the Civil War Era. We’ll have a guest from the Athenaeum Rectory, which was an extraordinary school for girls in Columbia, TN, that flourished from 1852 to 1904. She’ll bring a antique china doll, a 1860’s version of an American Girl doll. Geared for American Girl book & doll lovers. Free. Dolls are welcome too. Word (Part 2) Computer Class: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., March 18 Learn how to format a document using a variety of editing techniques. Previous experience with word processing software is helpful, but not required. Call the Library to sign up. Free Art Class: 6:00 p.m., Monday, March 18. Marion Williams will teach basic sketching and water color. Sign up for an email reminder. Free CPR Class: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 19. Get certified (for 2 years) in the American Heart Association CPR with Firefighter Rhett Lashley. Limited to 8 people. Call the Library to sign up. Free. Lego Links: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Thursday, March 21. Calling Lego lovers: if you’re ready for a challenge with other Lego enthusiasts, come enjoy an hour of games and interaction. Legos provided. Limited to 30 children. Call the Library to sign up. Old Fashioned Tea for Seniors: 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 22. Just for Seniors. Enjoy music and refreshments. Call the Library to sign up. Basics of Sewing: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m., Saturday, March 23. Have you been wanting to learn or brush up on your machine sewing skills? Come participate in the Spring Hill Sewing Group. Perfect class for you if you're new to machine sewing. Stay for the sew-along class at 12:30, too, but must register. Sew-along Sewing: 11:30 – 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 23. Register to sew-along and make a girl's dress/shirt (size 3months-8years) by emailing raeannag@gmail.com. You will be responsible for purchasing the pattern and materials and all that information will be available in an email and in the Facebook sewing group (facebook.com/groups/springhillsewing) If you would simply like to come and enjoy the company but work on your own project you are more than welcome to join us. Just let me know you're coming so I know how many people to expect. I love dressing my kids in handmade clothesknowing that they are wearing a one-of-a-kind that was made with lots of love. Facebook Computer Class: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m., Monday, March 25. Get connected to your family and old friends, and make new acquaintances. Learn to create a Facebook account, search for friends, choose your privacy levels, and add photos. Some prior computer experience is recommended. Call the Library to sign up. Snowbird at Story Time: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 27. Channel 5’s Snowbird will read stories and entertain. Germs! At Story Time: 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 28. Williamson Co. Health Dept. will lead story time and inspire kids to wash germs away. Library Closed: Friday, March 29 for Good Friday. For more information about the Spring Hill Public Library, go to www.springhilllibrary.org or call 931/486.2932. The Spring Hill Public Library is located at 144 Kedron Pkwy. in Spring Hill. The Library serves all those that live and work in either Maury or Williamson County. The library offers books, audio books, movies, WiFi, computer usage, research internet databases, and is a great place to connect with others in the community. For more information you can call 931/486-2932 or go to www.springhilllibrary.org.

KIWANIS CLUB OF SPRING HILL meets each Tuesday from noon until 1:00 P.M. at Kroger Market Place on Hwy 31 in Spring Hill/Thompson’s Station. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community

at a time. Join us for lunch on Tuesday to learn more about Kiwanis. For more information contact Charlie Plunkett, Club President, at 931-486-2436, email: charlie.plunkett@myfirstfarmers.com

LALECHE LEAGUE MEETINGS Are you looking for information about how to start breastfeeding? Do you have questions about how often or how long babies nurse? Do you have concerns about spoiling your baby, managing household tasks with a new baby or helping the baby's father feel comfortable in his role? Are you thinking about returning to work and wonder if it's still possible to nurse? Or just want to meet other nursing mothers. For information contact Jennifer at 615-948-0063 or Kristin at 931374-3266. SPRING HILL AMNESTY NTERNATIONAL CHAPTER meets at 7pm on the first Thurs. of every month. For more information, email: amnestyspringhill. org or visit us online @ www.amnestySpringHill.org THE LIVING WRITERS’ COLLECTIVE - Open to all with an interest in writing in any genre, from beginners to published authors. Come and meet other area writers, participate in critique sessions, learn details regarding writing contests, workshops, conferences, and more. For more information, contact info@livingwriterscollective.com.

SPRING HILL ROTARY CLUB meets at 8:00 am every Tuesday at the Herron Center at the Children's Home on Main Street in Spring Hill. For more information call Ann Bassett, E-Mail: annbassett@peace-lutheran-springhill.org,

CLAY ART CLASSES FOR KIDS Wednesday thru Friday at Precious Prints in Franklin. Ages 3 & up. Students will be taught how to work with clay, making a complete project each class. Project changes each week. See website for schedule, project list and fees: www.preciousprintsstudio.com; call 615-794-4802 for reservations. FRIENDS & FAMILIES OF SUICIDES (FFOS) The FFOS Support & Discussion Group is for anyone who has lost someone they care about to suicide. Our mission is to offer information, support and understanding to those who attend. The support and discussion group meets on the FIRST THURSDAY of each month. Meeting is at 6:30 p.m. at Maury Regional Hospital in the ground floor cafeteria in Private Dining Room #2. There is no charge. For more information, email: arlynsmom@bellsouth.net or call 931.-.388.-.9289. THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY RUNNING CLUB meets weekly. This club is for beginners through marathon participants and offers the opportunity to run in small groups with goals based on speed and competitiveness. They meet at the Williamson County/Franklin Recreation Complex. Call Gary Gosch at (615) 599-9855. INDOOR CYCLING CLASSES are offered on a variety of days and times at the Williamson County/Franklin Recreation Complex. Call (615) 79005719, ext. 10 for more information. OVEREATER’S ANONYMOUS - Do you worry about the way you eat? Overeaters Anonymous may have the answer for you! No weigh-ins, due or fees. MONDAY NIGHT at 7 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church in Spring Hill on Main Street and THURSDAY EVENING at 7 p.m. at the Old Spring Hill High School Bldg. For more info call Bea B. 931- 486- 1629 or John 931- 212- 8609 oanashville.org MAURY COUNTY TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month 7:00 8:30, Don Pepe's Mexican Grill, 1307 North Nashville Highway, Columbia. For more information, please go to the website at maurycountytm.org or call Dick Roberts, VP of Membership 931486-2535. COLUMBIA/FRANKLIN CHAPTER OF THE TENNESSEE TRAILS ASSOCIATION meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at Grand Buffet (Hwy. 31, north Spring Hill). Dinner begins at 6 P.M. with the meeting following at seven. Come hike with us in 2009. For more information call (931) 223-8250. THE SOUTH NASHVILLE CHAPTER OF WIVES OF FAITH meets on the second Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at

The People’s Church in Franklin. All military wives, active, reserve or National Guard, are welcome. For more information, visit www.wivesoffaith.org or call Sara at (615) 302-1932. NEW BUSINESS WOMEN OF SPRING HILL - Building relationships with local businesswomen. Come join our group and network with local women. We meet one day and one evening a month for more information: call Barb McIntosh (931) 698-0347. MAURY COUNTY SUPPORT GROUP FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPARED meets every second Tuesday of the month from 10-noon. Meetings are held at the North View Church of Christ, 865 Nashville Hwy. in Columbia. Anyone who is blind or visually impaired and lives in the surrounding area is also welcome. For more information, call 615-457-0303. SPRING HILL ARTS LEARNING CENTER is currently offering art classes for the Spring Hill and surrounding communities. For class information visit www.springhillarts.org

BAN Support Group for Betrayed Spouses meets monthly in Williamson County. Email bantogethertn@yahoo.com for more info. This local BAN group is part of the Beyond Affairs Network, www.beyondaffairs.com, and is a support group for BETRAYED spouses only, not couples. The group is confidential and a safe place to share your struggles. We are here to support each other for complete healing. Separated and divorced betrayed spouses also welcome. MULETOWN MARINE CORPS LEAGUE DETACHMENT # 1286 musters @ 6:00 p.m. and start meeting @ 6:30 p.m. every 3rd Tuesday at the VFW Post 4969, 2021 Williamsport Pike (Hwy. 50), Columbia, TN 38401 www.MuleTownMCL1286.com WOMENS AA GROUP (S.O.S.) Meets Sunday at 6:30 p.m., PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 762 Beechcroft Rd(HWY 247), 2.2 miles west of Main St (HWY 31). For information, please call 615310-3090.

COMPASSION FOR GRIEVING HEARTS is a grief education and recovery support group that meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of Each Month. From 6PM to 7:15PM at Hospice Compassus, 1412 Trotwood Ave Suite 5, in Neely’s Mill Shopping Center. Call Sarita for More information. 931-381-4090. WEIGHT WATCHERS meets on Mondays, 6 p.m. and on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at Spring Meadows Church of Christ, 2985 Duplex oad, Spring Hill, TN For additional information call Virginia Bacue at 615-368-2262. GRIEFSHARE is a special weekly seminar is a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them. Lifehouse Church started a new group on February 16, 2011 at 5083 Columbia Hwy. in Spring Hill, TN. Call 615-5950134 or Email: griefgroup@gmail.com

First Baptist Church of Spring Hill’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Easter is here and what better way to celebrate the Lord’s victory then by having some fun finding eggs, eating hot dogs, and jumping in a bounce house! March 30th from 10:30a-12:30p, First Baptist Church of Spring Hill with host its annual Easter Egg Hunt to begin promptly at 10:30am. When the madness is done, enjoy a hotdog and chips, and bounce away in one of the two bounce houses! It’s FREE! It’s FUN! 5K RUN/WALK March 23rd will be the inaugural Run for Our Veterans 5K Run/Walk. Sponsored by the Vanderbilt Navy ROTC Midshipman and the ASMBA Star Foudation, 100% of the proceeds will go to the ASMBA STAR Foundation and Tennessee Fisher House. You can register as an individual, family or team. Register at Active.com search "Run for Our Veterans." THE COLUMBIA AREA BEEKEEPERS ASSOC. (CABA) meets the first Sunday of each month. For additional information, contact CABA president Jack Wohlfarth at (931) 987-0910, or CABA vice president Richard Brickner, (931) 381-1187. The Brig. Gen. Richard Winn Chapter TNDAR will meet Tuesday, March 19, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. For more information olease call 615-944-3340.

The MIDDLE TENNESSEE GOAT ASSOCIATION will meet on Monday, March 18th at the Tennessee Livestock Producers Sale Ban located on Industrial Park Drive in Columbia, Tenn. Social/Dinner at 6:00 p.m., program at 6:30 p.m.. Anyone interested in goats as a hobby or business is invited to attend. For more information call Jim Stoltz at 931-446-3141. TENNESSEE RIGHT TO LIFE is committed to advocate for the protection of ALL human life. We strive to do this via educational outreach as well as the passage of protective legislation. Everyone is welcome to attend our monthly chapter meetings. We meet the first Thurs. of each month at 7 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 2640 Bucker Road, Thompson's Station, TN. www.tennesseerighttolife.orginfo@tnrtLorg 615-298-LIFE(5433) ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP will be meeting in Spring Hill at Willow Springs on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Willow Springs is located at 1040 Campbell Station Parkway, just behind Publix. We are part of the national Alzheimer's Association Mid South Chapter. If you have a loved one with Alzheimer's, we would encourage you to join the support group. The Alzheimer's Association provides many resources for help and hope. You are not alone in the fight to cure Alzheimer's. For more information visit the Chapter website at www.alz.org/altn or call Debbie Pridmore at 615-479-4103 or Steve Chapek at 615-867-8862. GRIEFSHARE - a Bible based support group for people grieving the loss of a loved-one. Meets Sundays 5 - 7pm at Thompson's Station Church. Please call the church to register at 615-791-8319 DIVORCE CARE - a Bible based support group for people going thru divorce/separation or who have been divorced/separated for some time. Meets Sundays 5 - 7pm at Thompson's Station Church. Please call the church to register at 615-791-8319 OLD SCHOOL THEATRE Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 at Old School Theatre located at 1220 School St. New members and the public is welcome. This is a great place to meet other people in the area interested in live community theatre. For more information please call (931) 4863344 or contact Laura Holderman at president@oldschooltheatre.org. BOB ROSS WORKSHOP with Josephine Dye held the first Saturday of every month. 10am-2:30pm at the Spring Hill Arts Learning Center. For more information or to register visit our website at www.springhillarts.org or call 931674-1822. AL-ANON GROUP meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m., UAW, 125 Town Center Pkwy., Spring Hill, TN 37174 HOMESCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Homeschool enrichment program dedicated to providing a hands on learning environment. Enrollment is currently open to all 2-6 grade students and their siblings. We offer Geography, Science, Art, and Nature Studies. Please see www.creativemindsenrichment,org for more information! MUSIC WITH MOMMIE, a mother and child connecting music class for children ages 5 mos - 5 years of age is offering classes on Mondays at 10am and Saturday's at 9:30 am at Storybook village in Belshire Village (3015 Belshire Village Ste 114, Spring Hill, TN 37174). Email Sherry@musicwithmommie.com to register for a FREE class. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS GROUP (G.O.D.) Meets Tuesday and Friday at 7:00 p.m., GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 5291 Main Street (HWY 31) @ Beechcroft Rd. JAM SESSION Winchester Community Ctr. 535 Maury Hill Street Spring Hill, TN EVERY ODD TUESDAY 6:30 p.m. til ??? Come and play your favorite songs, any type music - open mike or instrumental. Bring your instrument with small amp if desired. Bass players especially welcome. We need singers-pop-country-blues-soul, all singers. Odd Tuesdays are 1,3,5,7,9, etc. - every Tuesday with odd calendar date, don’t be late. FREE, FREE, FREE. Also some Friday mornings. Sponsored by Spring Hill Parks and Recreation Department. For more information contact Bob Herd rherd40@gmail.com.

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Thought for the week----Don’t worry about what you don’t have, be thankful for what you do have. Please add Ann White to your prayer chain. She recently had hip surgery and is a faithful reader of the Bethesda News. Ann, we hope you are at home and continuing to improve.

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Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Scott England whose sudden death shocked all who knew him. Funeral services were at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home with burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Roberta Stem Taylor and daughter, Paulette, would like to thank each of you who remembered them in your prayers, sent cards, visits, and food. They are at home recovering. Please continue to pray for them.

Spring Station Relay for Life Event has been set for May 17th at Summit High School. You can call Traci Olive at 931-626-1621 for more info.

Glad to report that Sue Wiley is at home after recent surgery. I am sure that her husband, Bobby, is seeing that she gets the best of care.

Sympathy is extended to the family of Mrs. Willie Lee King who passed away recently. Funeral services were at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home with burial at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

I recently enjoyed my visits with “Miss” Lola Bowersox and Dot Goodwin at N.H.C. Fairground Street. Please continue to pray for them as they are receiving therapy. “Happy Birthday” to Nellie Jo

Stephens who celebrated on the 11th of March. We wish for her many more to come. Also, Shelby Glenn celebrated on the 7th. We wish for her many more. She is the daughter of Jackie and Tammy Glenn and is a senior at Page High. Happy B birthday, Shelby.

tion I will be happy to get that. Just call or e-mail me and I will make arrangements to pick it up. This is the way that we, as a community, make money for our team for the Relay for Life event which is scheduled for May 10th at Freedom Intermediate School. (More about that later.)

Glad to report that Sue Wiley is at home and doing well after recent surgery. Please add her and Bobby to your prayer chain.

Thanks to each of you who were a part of the Country Ham Breakfast or the Pancake Breakfast this past weekend. If I learn how much was raised I will report on it then.

This is the weekend that has been in the planning since last year at this time. It is the annual Bethesda Community Relay for Life Bean Supper. We will begin serving at 4:30p.m. at the Bethesda Recreation Center Cafeteria this Saturday, March 16th. You can enjoy beans, with and without ham, slaw, corn light bread, desserts, pickles, relish, drinks, as well as hot dogs, if you prefer. At 5:30 the live auction will begin with Danny Cotton as auctioneer and then at 6:30 the Reed Hollow Band will perform in the gym. This is a fun, filled evening for a donation to the American Cancer Society. If you have items you would like to donate to the auction you can call me or else take them to the center on the morning of the event. Of course if you have other plans and would like to make a monetary dona-

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SIGNAL What a time I hope we all had last Saturday as we recognized the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Thompson’s Station. As you know, I write this eight days early, so I am assuming that the weatherman got it right and we had one of the prettiest, warmest spring days happen for us on this Saturday at Homestead Manor. So much preparation has gone into this event with contacts from all over the area and into other states. I will need to share some of this in my next column due to deadlines. But I cannot wait to meet the “Abraham Lincoln” actor. I hear he is from Alabama and is tremendous at his job. I can thank volunteers now, but don’t have names. So many people

I don’t have a date yet for the opening of the downtown eatery. Looks like lots of work has or is in process on getting the place on line with the town sewer system. Looks like that is or could be a rather heavy duty job in itself. Both Shelter Insurance and Mars continues to move along quite well. Progress can be seen on both of these new businesses. Hoping all will go well with them.

>> KAYE GIBBS 615-791-5835 Katietwo43@bellsouth.net stepped forward to help and that is what makes it a complete success. You could let me know via e-mail what parts you did and did not enjoy. I can’t wait to hear the awesome Howlin Band play some of the ole time songs and

I can see that the completion of S-840 has really helped traffic in our area. Especially if you want to go west to the Memphis area. Of course Hwy. 31 is still jamming and when I drive by the Wal Mart spot in Spring Hill I can only imagine how the road will be when that store opens. They are progressing rather rapidly as far as I can see from passing by right now. I know everyone is anxious to have it

Happenings in Hampshire Tyler Boshers, Corbin Hinson, Brianna Jones, Wes Whiteside, Breonna Himes, Maddy Brooks, and Ashleigh Dangler, Freshmen Future Farmers of America at Hampshire Unit School, recently competed in the FFA district contest. Corbin and Brianna were also participants in the Star Greenland competition in February. Red Cross Bloodmobile was hosted Thursday, February 20, by Hampshire Family & Community Education Club members at American Legion Post 19 in Columbia. The senior class at Hampshire

School recently went on their annual ski trip to Paoli Peaks in Indiana, with math instructor Enoch Thweatt, who heads this trip each year, and staff, braving the slopes with the teens. Savanna Collie represented Lewis County High School's Future Business Leaders of America in the FBLA competition February 13 at Middle Tennessee State University, placing first in Business Math and qualifying for the state competition. Get-wells are extended to K.C. Delk, Christine Morgan, Kathleen Morton, Martha Whiteside, Martha Barker, Gertha Mae

THETA From the Top of the Hill BY MARY ADKINS 931-381-1397 mmary4438401@charter.net

Hello everyone, good to see you here again. I know you are tired of the weather changes, but these are still God’s days, I thank Him every day. I have been out and about during the last two issues of The Informer and able to pick up copies and read them. I so enjoyed all the articles and information, so kudos to Melissa Overton, General Manager/Publisher.

Happy Birthday to March celebrators that I may have missed, and our readers. The Theta fce met 2/19 at 3 p.m. We had seven Dairy Recipe entries: 3rd - Carolyn Jarratt; 2nd - Martha Woodside; 1st - Mary Adkins. Mrs. Cindy Baker & Mrs. Marlene Huckaby were our Judges from Water Valley fce. We

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Duncan, Anne Brown, Walter Dycus, Vera Grimes, Ruby Riley, Rick and Denise Gray, Frances Smith, Elizabeth Dugger, Alice Burgett, Charlie and Ellen Anderson, Shirley Boshers, Beulah Marshall, Annie Ruth Howard, Joan Hermsdorfer, and James Cisco. Southern Belles Tatting Society

made a donation to The Imagination Library, brought canned items for Family Center, paid dues and received club books. Nine members read (39) books, Mrs. Myrtle Brooks will be our March 19, hostess, bring finger foods. Attend fce County Council March 18, 9 a.m. at DREMC. Guests are invited, use back entrance. Leader Training (education part of fce) at Ag Ext. Office 10:00 a.m. March 25, guest are welcome, (#10 Public Sq -second floor). The fce Clubs are planning for Awards Day and County Dairy Recipe, April15, 10:00 a.m. Contest (1st and 2nd) place winners from all clubs in Maury County. The Mynders Com-

“Congratulations “to the Bethesda Dragons5-6 year old girls’ team who won the Championship recently at College Grove. Members of the team are Bailey Nichols, RuthAnn Johns, Maggie Henkel, Meredith Lay, Quinn Johnston, and Ace Anderson. Their coaches were Brad Lay and Kimbra Johnston. I understand these “young ladies” only had two losses during the regular season. Way to go Dragons! Our deepest sympathy is extended to the families of James Johnson and Sara Fox who passed away recently. Williamson Memorial Funeral was in charge of their arrangements. What parent isn’t proud of their children when they achieve a open so we can find what we need without driving so far. A reminder to those who are active on Thursdays with LAF that March 21 is a holiday for us. Little Raskals 2013 Spring/Summer Kids Consignment Sale will be housed in the Thompson’s Station Community Center that day so we learn to share. Sale dates begin March 20th at 10am until 7 pm and go thru Saturday March 23rd, 9am until 1 pm. They always have such good bargains for you . Kids most of the time just outgrow before they destroy. So lots can be found there at the sale. Friday, March 1st we said an earthly goodbye to one of our long time residents. Jenalice Jordan Ramsey died at the age of 79. She will be missed by so many that knew her well. She moved to Thompson’s Station one year after I did. The year for her was 1989. She was a quiet person most of the time. She did met Monday evening, February 25, sharing their many accomplishments in the last two weeks in their "spare time." You will be surprised what busy hands can attain in a short amount of time. If interested in sharing or learning this skillful art, visitors are welcome at any of the meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at the rear of Family First Baptist church on Sheegog Lane off Pulaski Pike. See you there. Renee McEndarfer, Ashley and Briley McEndarfer, and Laura Hayes were among the many attending the baby shower for Rosemary and Ray Cothran Sunday afternoon, February 24. Sympathy is expressed to the families of Cecil Johns, Anna

munity Club, entries check in time 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Guests are always welcome. We are with UT/Extension Family and Consumer Sciences for Adults. All interested persons are welcomed to visit and invited to join any Family and Community Education Club in Maury County. Our prayers go out to Jerry and Darlene Rice of Theta Community, their granddaughter Haley D. Linam was flown to Vanderbilt in serious condition, after a auto accident in Mt. Pleasant. We send our deepest sympathy to the family of Matthew Franklin Williams of Colum-

goal they have set for themselves? Well, I am no different. Our daughter and son-in-law, Joel and LeAnne Ulmer recently had a “CD Release Party” at the home of Jeff and Nannette McElroy, in Murfreesboro. Their stage name is”2Country4Nashville” and they sing and play ONLY the old County songs. You may have heard them at Puckett’s, in Leiper’s Fork, Puckett’s Boathouse as well as other local places. Their C.D’s. are available for purchase. Hopefully, you may hear them on W.A.K.M. AM950. Have you marked your calendar for the Little Raskals Spring/Summer Kids Sale? Drop offs are Sunday, March 17, from 2-6p.m. and Monday, March 18th, from 10a.m.-6p.m. The sale for the public is Wed., Thurs., and Friday, from 10a.m.-7p.m. Saturday, 23rd. is half price from 9a.m.-1p.m. Be sure and mark your calendar. March 23rd is the date for the fourth “Food, Fiddlin’ and Fun” event in the Fellowship Hall of the College Grove U.M.Church. It will begin at 5p.m. with FREE hot dogs, chips, drinks, and desserts. You are asked to bring canned foods and cleaning supplies. Of course monetary donations will be accepted. The bands will be Son Rise Gospel; Williamson County Bluegrass,

Larry and Cheryl Chunn and A Step Ahead. The public is invited. We are so proud of our Page Patriot Girls’ Basketball Team. Even though they did not make it to the State Tournament they were in the Sub-State against C.P.A. who beat them by only a few points. Congratulations to each of you as well as your coaches. Our prayers continue to be with all those who are shut-ins, recently had surgery or those who are battling cancer or other sicknesses. Some of those whom I am aware of are Harry York, Billy Giles, Jim Smith, Virginia Collins, Lucy Giles, Austin Cole, Jeremy Garner, George Thorpe, Catherine Hannah, Dot Goodwin, Ella Sauter, Sue Wiley. Lola Bowersox, Maze Mangrum and our shut-ins, R.C. and Mildred Thompson, Marietta Thompson, Carolyn Crutcher, as well as those whom I am not aware of. Please add these to your prayer chain. My niece, Darlene Heath, has returned to her home in Alaska after visiting her mother, Joyce Watson, as well as other family members. I understand she and some of her Bethesda Classmates gathered for lunch to enjoy visiting and talking about “old” times.

so much volunteer work for our town. A good bit of it you never knew about, because she did not “toot her horn” on the many things she did to help others. Involvement in pancake breakfast, garage sales and craft festivals for years,. She was instrumental in forming the first senior citizens activities. She devoted 3 days a week to having the depot/library open for folks to use. She helped design the furniture for the depot even down to the magazine rack that covered the electric switchbox. She was always in charge of the Thompson’s Station Keepsake booth when we had activities. She devoted time and funds to help build the depot and development of the park, plus remodeling of the community center. More recently she had taken on the project of teaching Bridge every Thursday morning, sponsored by Life After Fifty. As faithful to this day as anyone could be. She will be missed, but we will all have memories of those days gone by. Even though

she was a many generation Williamson County resident, Thompson’s Station became her home. So we, in sincere thoughts pray for friends and family as they adjust to their loss and this community loss also. I don’t think I have ever met anyone who loved animals, especially cats so. One of my many memories is that every time I saw her she had to ask me if I wanted a kitty. And no was always my answer. She loved them enough for both of us.

Hutson (mother of Betty (Ron) Agnew), John Myatt, Jimmy Shaw, Louvada Parrish, Helen Haley Dudley, Bailey Morrow, Wayne Davis, Vicki Gray, Phil Keller (the father of Ruth Ann Pevahouse and grandfather of Molly, Tyler, and Jacob), June Patrick, and Brownie Roan.

the Box Tops for Education program.

Corbin Hinson will be competing in the Tennessee State FFA Creed contest at its convention in Gatlinburg March 24-27. She won the chapter southern regional and was in the top two in Middle Tennessee Creed contest in Murfreesboro. Sam Savage will receive his FFA state degrees also at this convention. Recycling has paid for Hampshire School, and so has with the with the community's assistance

bia. - Student of Columbia St. Community College- 2010 Graduate of Columbia Academy- active in all sports- Columbia Academy Most Valuable Player- four years running-employed at Wiremasters Inc. Mrs. Billie Bell Kincaderetired stockroom supervisor J.C. Penney Co.member of Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church- a volunteer with Maury Regional Medical Center Auxiliary for years & loved flower gardening; Mr. Raymond B. Oliver Jr.- of Culleoka retired as dairy plant manager for Dairyman Inc.enjoyed farming-horses & grandchildren; Mrs. Nannie Jo Rea Grissom- retired District Office JRN/KFC Enterprises-

Get well wishes are extended to David Coleman. He recently had some knee surgery. Wants to get it ready for fishing “season” I hear. Thought for the week: When we share our joy with others, we double each smile, laugh, etc. When we share our pain and sorrow, each tear is divided in half. Remember laughter is good medicine.

Congratulations to Megan Johnson and Corey Baker on their very recent marriage. Several students from Hampshire Unit School competed in the math contest at Columbia State Community College Friday, March 1. Only a dusting of snow this first weekend in March, which was plenty, to hide some of the mud. The Spring Youth Rally at Cathey Creek church of christ was Saturday and Sunday, March 2 and 3, with the youth of the congregation conducting the services.

manager for years Rone Jewelry in Downtown Columbia- a charter member of Graymere Church of Christ; God bless and keep us till next time same place. Today’s Quote: For age is opportunity, no less than youth itself, though in another dress, and as the evening twilight fades away the sky is filled with stars, invisible by day.-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Today’s Verse: Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. (2 Cor. 4:16).

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Don’t Give Up … Don’t Ever Give Up March Madness is a phenomenon that grips the national sports psyche from the second week of March through the first week of April. The NCAA tournaments are an American tradition that sends millions of fans into a synchronized frenzy each year. It's this chaos that gives the tournament its March Madness nickname. March Madness is the concentrated hype of 68 teams vying for college basketball's biggest prize. It's the last-second, buzzer-beating baskets, the euphoria of winning to play another day and the agony of losing and going home. One of the gold standards of tournament lore turns 30 this spring. Jim Valvano, nicknamed Jimmy V, while the head basketball coach at North Carolina State University, won the 1983 NCAA Basketball Tournament against long odds. Who can ever forget Valvano running up and down the court after winning the 1983 NCAA championship, seemingly in disbelief and looking for someone to hug. Jimmy V was also known for

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his incredible inspirational 1993 ESPY Awards speech, given just eight weeks before he died of cancer. On March 3, 1993, shortly before his death, he spoke at the first ESPY Awards, presented by ESPN. While accepting the inaugural Arthur Ashe Courage and Humanitarian Award, he announced the creation of The V Foundation for Cancer Research, an organization dedicated to finding a cure for cancer. He announced that the Foundation's motto would be "Don't Give Up . . . Don't Ever Give Up." His speech included this statement: “To me, there are three things we all should do every day. We

should do this every day of our lives. Number one is laugh. You should laugh every day. Number two is think. You should spend some time in thought. And number three is, you should have your emotions moved to tears, could be happiness or joy. But think about it. If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that's a full day. That's a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you're going to have something special.” Valvano's ESPY acceptance speech became legendary, and he closed by saying, "Cancer can take away all of my physical abilities. It cannot touch my mind, it cannot touch my heart, and it cannot touch my soul. And those three things are going to carry on forever. I thank you and God bless you all."

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Since 2010, the Foundation has partnered with an innovative program known as the Dispensary of Hope, a not-for-profit network of dispensing sites, sourcing partners and financial partners that provide medication to Americans who lack access to prescription drug coverage. The network offers short-term and long-term assistance to those under 200 percent of the poverty line. Nearly 10 percent of the nation’s population falls into this category. The Foundation’s funding will be used to assist residents of Maury and Lewis Counties in need of help with their medication costs. The support included $7,500 allocated for the Dispensary’s Continued Access Program, which provides eligible Maury Regional Medical Center patients with access to medications and help managing prescriptions on an ongoing basis. An additional $3,750 was also allocated to assist Lewis Health Center patients.

“This is one of the most important programs that we fund,” said Bill Walter, chairman of the Foundation’s Allocations Committee. “The individuals served by the Dispensary of Hope’s medication assistance program would not receive their much needed medications without this program. We are pleased to be able to serve the at risk population in our region.”

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Maury Regional named among nation’s 100 Top Hospitals Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) was today named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Truven Health Analytics, formerly the health care business of Thomson Reuters. The winning hospitals were announced in the February 25 edition of Modern Healthcare magazine. MRMC was the only Tennessee hospital to attain the Everest Award, which honors hospitals that have achieved both the highest current performance and the fastest longterm improvement over five years.

to every patient every day. We realize this is not an end goal, but a daily commitment to do our very best. This recognition is a direct result of the dedication of our employees, physicians and volunteers and I am immensely proud of the individuals who make this organization one of the best hospitals in the nation. I would also like to thank our board of trustees, advisory board and the county commission for their support of our hospital. Without them, we would not be able to achieve success,” said CEO Alan Watson.

The Truven Health 100 Top Hospitals® study evaluates performance in 10 areas: mortality; medical complications; patient safety; average patient stay; expenses; profitability; patient satisfaction; adherence to clinical standards of care; post-discharge mortality; and readmission rates for acute myocardial infarction (heart attack), heart failure and pneumonia. This is the fourth time that MRMC has been recognized as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation.

To conduct the 100 Top Hospitals study, Truven Health researchers evaluated 2,922 short-term, acute care, non-federal hospitals. They used public information—Medicare cost reports, Medicare Provider Analysis and Review (MedPAR) data, and core measures and patient satisfaction data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Hospital Compare Web site. Hospitals do not apply and winners do not pay to market this honor.

“At Maury Regional, we strive to provide the very best of care

“The winners of the 100 Top Hospitals award have driven the

national benchmarks higher every year for 20 years. This year’s winners have brought even higher value to their local communities—better quality, higher efficiency and high patient perceptions of care, while confronting the challenges of massive industry-wide transformation to implement health care reform,” said Jean Chenoweth, senior vice president at Truven Health Analytics. “The key to success in a tumultuous environment is visionary leadership that develops and maintains a hospital-wide culture of excellence that cuts across everything, from patient care to housekeeping to administration, and the refusal to rest on laurels when it comes to adopting new technologies and techniques. I congratulate this year’s winners for their persistent drive for excellence.” If all Medicare inpatients received the same level of care as those treated in the award-winning facilities: •More than 164,000 additional lives could be saved. •Approximately 82,000 additional patients could be complication-free. •More than $6 billion could be

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Since its founding, the Dispensary of Hope’s goal has been to be the leading provider of pharmaceuticals to uninsured patients and the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation has been a partner in that effort since its inception. In 2011, the Dispensary filled 238 prescriptions for 136 patients, dispensing medications with an actual cash value of $116,902. For more information about the Dispensary of Hope, call 888.428.4673 or visit www.dispensaryofhope.org. To donate or learn more about the Maury Health Care Foundation, visit mauryregional.com/foundation.htm.

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The Maury Regional Health Care Foundation provides funds to support Maury Regional Medical Center and its affiliates in providing health care services to the region. In addition to funding projects such as the Dispensary of Hope, the Foundation also operates a hospitality home for cancer patients and families of neonatal and critical care patients and supports education projects for Maury County Schools. Recently the Foundation provided the funding for textbooks for Central High School’s Emergency Medical Technician classes.

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Owner of Ratliff Musical Services, Ray Ratliff and his wife Dorothy reside in the greater Nashville area. He is the owner of Ratliff Musical Services. You can find his music at cdbaby.com.

Tombigbee Chapter - Sons of the American Revolution dents in grades 10 to 12. Students must do research and write an essay that deals with an event, person, philosophy, or an ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the United States Constitution.

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The Oration Contest is for students grades 9 to 12. Students develop an oration of not less than five minutes that deals with an event, personality or document pertaining to the Revolutionary War and show a relationship to America today.

Rachael Wolters and Dee Wolters

achael Wolters of Culleoka, pictured at left with her mother Dee Wolters, will be representing the Tombigbee Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution in the George & Stella Knight Essay Contest and the Joseph Rumbaugh Historical Oration

Contest to be held and awarded Saturday, March 16, 2013 at the TNSSAR Annual Meeting in Chattanooga, TN. Rachael recited her Oration to the Tombigbee Chapter membership Tuesday, February 12th. The Essay Contest is for stu-

Both contests are open to all students in public, parochial, private and home schools. Winners at the State level become eligible to compete at the National Society Sons of the American Revolution Congress to be held later in the year. Winners at the State and National levels receive scholarship funds.

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WCPR Senior’s Group takes a trip to the Bicentennial Mall Seniors, age 55 and older, are invited to join the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department on Thursday, April 4 for this month’s trip to the Bicentennial Capitol Mall and the Nashville Farmer’s Market. Strap on your walking shoes for this self-guided tour which includes a pathway of history engraved on a 1,400 foot wall with historical events occurred over the past two centuries, a WWII Memorial, Civil War exhibit, the Walkway of Counties that contains a time capsule from each of Tennessee's 95 counties and much more. After working up an

Members of the Brigadier General Richard Winn Chapter, TNDAR, attended a President’s Day Luncheon at the Old Natchez Country Club, hosted by the Williamson County Chapters. Pictured seated are Vicki Shelton and Chapter Regent Sandra Rowell; standing, Paige Czirr, Laura Turshen and Judy Woodruff. courtesy photo

appetite at the park, participants will walk directly next door to the Nashville Farmer’s Market. Here, you can enjoy a variety of choices of locally owned and operated restaurants! The lunch of your choice will be Dutch treat. The cost of the trip is $16 per person, and includes transportation. Space is limited, so please register early! Registration will run March 18-April 1 or until full. Registration may be made in person or by speaking with a receptionist at (615)302-0971, ext. 2210 in Spring Hill or

(615)790-5719, ext. 2010 in Franklin. No messages please.

Transportation will be provided from the Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive in Spring Hill and the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd. Check-in at Longview will begin at 8:45 a.m., and the group is estimated to return at 3:30 p.m. Check-in at Franklin will begin at 9:45 a.m., and the group is estimated to return at 2:30 p.m.

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Design College hosts Summer Camp for Students Grades 1-12 O’More College of Design Offers Variety of In-Depth Art and Design Courses FRANKLIN, Tenn.—O’More College of Design’s annual Summer Studio will return to its downtown Franklin campus this June and July, offering wideranging classes in digital media, design and fine art for students from first grade through highschool seniors. The day camp engages campers in programs that encourage serious art making for each skill level, and Summer Studio Director Sorrel Dugan said that each course provides an age-appropriate experience that reflects the College’s mission. “We really immerse these kids in the design world through Summer Studio, and it helps develop their critical thinking skills,” Dugan said. “What makes this particular camp unique is that each class is taught by industry professionals, which allows every student to have an experience on par with that of current O’More students.” The four-year College has designed a diverse course schedule for its 2013 Summer Studio participants, with options ranging from jewelry making and printmaking for the younger set to photography editing and gaming development for the more advanced crowd. Sessions for

grades 6 through 12 will be held June 17-21 and July 15-19, while the sessions for grades 1 through 5 will be held June 1014 and July 8-12. “I’ve heard time and time again how important it is to students that they can craft a summer schedule tailored to their interests,” Dugan said. “These aren’t cookie-cutter camp classes. We really take the kids beyond surface level, and help them discover their individual talents and interests.” At the end of each session, students leave with high quality art and design pieces, worthy of a student portfolio for those who want to pursue their talent in the design and art industries. In addition, a culminating Summer Studio Gallery event on the College campus at the end of the four sessions will allow the students to experience the privilege of having their work shown to others. Judges select the best overall pieces for scholarships, financial awards, and other prizes. For more information on Summer Studio, including course descriptions and registration information, visit www.omorecollege.edu/summerstudio. The scholarship application is also available on the website.

2013 Summer Art Camps at Longview Recreation Center The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration for the 2013 Summer Art Camps at the Longview Recreation Center, 2909 Commonwealth Drive in Spring Hill. Camps will run May 24-August 7, and are offered to children ages 3 and older. Registration is underway. There are over 30 camps to choose from.

Choose from a variety of art camps including the ever popular Abrakadoodle Camp-Pirate Island! This camp will inspire kids to reach beyond and create art that is unique to them. By doing so, kids feel empowered to be creative and expressive. For more information, call Linda Gladson at (615)804-6997 or lgladson@abrakadoodle.com. Miss Deb’z Summer Art Camps

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* The automated home: It's inevitable - a few hours into what's supposed to be a relaxing vacation, you'll wonder, "Did I leave the lights on?" or "Were the window shades left open?" The stress of not knowing - and not being able to do anything about it - might soon be a thing of the past. Reasonably priced home automation systems that allow you to take care of those little household chores remotely are already available. TaHomA, from Somfy Systems, enables you to schedule and supervise window coverings, lighting and thermostats. Using an iPad, iPhone or computer, you can make adjustments from within or outside the home in just a few clicks. Technology has changed virtually every facet of business and communication - it only makes sense that our homes will be the next frontier of innovation. As you consider all the ways to make your life simpler, keep in mind that a high-tech solution will be able to help, now and in the future.

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Should You Make a Child Your IRA Beneficiary? PART 2 If you do, there are some “minor concerns” to keep in mind. Who would oversee such a trust if the child’s parents die? A family IRA trust should name a successor trustee. Assuming a parent is named as trustee, the successor trustee (commonly a younger, financially literate relative) can become the trustee. If a bank, trust company or attorney is the named trustee, they will name a successor trustee. There is nothing preventing a custodian appointed as a trust beneficiary per UTMA from being named as a successor trustee.1,7 How will the RMDs be handled? Again, the named primary beneficiary has three options: a lump sum payout (fully taxable), RMDs based on life expectancy (the stretch IRA option), or creating their own inherited IRA that must be emptied within five years of the original IRA owner’s death (an option available if the original IRA owner passes away prior to age 70½).7 Assuming the stretch IRA strategy is chosen by the beneficiary, the younger the primary beneficiary is, the smaller the RMDs will be (per the relevant IRS life expectancy tables). If you have not created a family teach children to create art out of everyday items, make their own masterpiece, have fun with food art and experience a variety of artful adventures! For more information, call Deb at (615)8813840. To register, call (615)302-0971, ext. 2210. Have a young artist at home who loves to create their own unique masterpieces? This camp is for them! Participants will make their own marbled paper, inked coasters, painted mugs and Starry Night painting. No experience is needed, just a lot of creativity! For more information, please call Lauren Nichols at (931)334-2370. The Paint-o-Rama camp is back for another round of artistic fun! In this 3-day camp, students will explore oils, acrylics, watercolor, enamels and fabric paints on all different kinds of surfaces centered on summer fun at the beach; Wet on Wet Oil Painting Camp will expose children to the oil paint medium that they can use to build a lifelong hobby. This painting technique is fun and makes your painting into a real masterpiece; In June Lusty’s Children’s Pottery camp participants will learn to make

inheritance of the IRA assets.8 Lastly, if you name a minor child as your primary IRA beneficiary, you should strive to see that he or she gets professional guidance for the invested assets and that the IRA is administered properly over the years. >>BRADD KIMES Wealth Manager kimes@harvestwealth.com

IRA trust, then the primary beneficiary of your IRA will have full control of the IRA assets after your death. It is entirely up to the primary beneficiary to choose or reject a stretch IRA option.7 What if you are unsure about naming a minor child as a contingent IRA beneficiary? You could opt to incorporate a disclaimer provision into your beneficiary designations. This will allow the primary beneficiary of the IRA (presumably, your spouse) the option to disclaim his or her interest in the assets, so that they may be claimed by one or more contingent beneficiaries. In this way, you give your spouse (or whoever is the primary beneficiary) a chance to reconsider the initial vision for the pottery pieces like mugs, plates and the famous ‘Ed Heads’ this summer! New this year- air-dry clay will be used, so there’s no wait time. Projects will be ready to take home at the end of camp and WCPR Arts and crafts coordinator, Lauren Nichols is bringing back the popular Messy Camp and Work of Art Camp that are both designed to let children express themselves on an artistic level. There are many more Summer Art Camps to choose from as well! For specifics on each camp including a complete schedule, camp fees, supply fees, dates and times, please call Lauren at (615)302-0971, ext. 2225. The Longview Recreation Center is a public facility, here to benefit the community. Anyone, including out-of-county residents, can register for and participate in classes and events held at Longview, even if you don’t have a facility pass! For more information on classes and programs at Longview please visit www.wcparksandrec.com. You may also receive department information by "liking" us on Facebook.

*“Stretch IRA” is a marketing term implying the ability of a beneficiary of a decedent’s IRA to withdraw the least amount of money at the latest allowable time in order to maintain the inherited IRA assets for the longest time period possible. Beneficiary distribution options depend on a number of factors such as the type and age of the beneficiary, the relationship of the beneficiary to the decedent and the age of the decedent at death and may result in the inability to “stretch” a decedent’s IRA. Illustration values will greatly depend on the assumptions used which may not be predictable such as future tax laws, IRS rules, inflation and constant rates of return. Costs including custodial fees may be incurred in a specified frequency while the account remains open.

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Seniors to get update on technology during visit to Williamson Medical Center The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) invites area seniors to meet at Williamson Medical Center on Friday, March 29 for a free informative visit focusing on the latest hospital technology. Part of WCPR’s annual “Senior Lifestyle Enrichment Series,” the visit will include information about the hospitalist program from Cogent Hospitalist Management Group, a walking tour of the hospital’s sleep lab, and

an overview of the medical center’s history from Chief Medical Officer Starling Evans, M.D. The session will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Williamson Medical Center meeting rooms A, B and C, 4321 Carothers Parkway in Franklin, just inside the main entrance. Admission and parking are free. To register, call Mary Clark at the Franklin Recreation Complex, (615) 790-5719, ext. 2025.

Spring Adult Coed Soccer League in Franklin The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce registration beginning Monday, March 11 at 2 p.m. for a coed adult indoor soccer league at the Robert A. Ring Indoor Arena, 1878 Downs Blvd. in Franklin. The team fee is $465, and teams will play on

Wednesday nights starting May 1. Registration ends when the league is full (eight teams). For more information and team forms, visit www.wcprathletics.org or call the Robert A. Ring arena at (615) 790-5792, weekdays between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.

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Faith & Values “A Time for Everything” BY MIKE WILLIAMS That’s what Solomon said in Ecclesiastes 3:1 and we say, “Yeah, right, o’ wise King Solomon. Pray tell where this time may be found.” He is simply telling us that we must make time for “every purpose under Heaven.” Time is handed to us and what we do with it is our choosing and many find there are truly too few hours in a day to accom-

plish all we need to. It all comes down to how we spend the time we are allotted. Do we make time for work? Absolutely For school? If we are in fact still in school we must. For family? If we do not we can be on the road to becoming nothing more than strangers inhabiting the same domicile.

For recreation or hobbies? Well, sure, because these are the things that break up the monotony of the rut we are stuck in every day we live.

hard to squeeze Him in everyday so we can make up for it on Sunday and that Wednesday night pit-stop should we find the time to attend that as well.

For ourselves? Not very often because we may see ourselves at the beck and call of others and should we make time for us we feel guilty for not making time for those who don’t make time for us in return.

It is very simple, kind reader; we will make time for what is either routine or very important. The routine things we must accomplish….well….because if we do not we may well get out of our daily rut and our entire schedule is thrown off. And what we deem important is in reality important to just us so we must take care of that as well but we still complain there is just not enough time.

For God? Kinda. Sorta. But making time for Him means we have to reduce the time we have made for other stuff. Just too

in downtown Nashville. It was an opportunity for HFG to show appreciation to some of their long-standing clients, including some residents of Spring Hill. Mr. Todd Turner (Managing Director/COO) said,”We have team members and clients from Spring Hill - a great community that is fortunate to have access to big city amenities so close by. The vast majority of our clients live in and around Middle Tennessee, so there is no better way to show our appreciation than hosting an event like this on such a special day.” Photo L/R: Mrs. Martha Y. Walwyn, Mrs. M. Garlinda Burton, Mr. Marcus T. Hendercourtesy photo son, Sr., Mrs. Newtonia Harris The Sweetheart Luncheon, which took place on Valentine's Day, was a luncheon with live music, Coleman, Ms. Tiffany Davenand a life coach speaker, hosted by Henderson Financial Group, Inc.(HFG) at The Palm Restaurant port, Mrs. Edna E. Davenport

Community Band features “5 Points Swing” in second annual Franklin Theatre Concert The Williamson County Community Band will kick off its 13th season in grand style with a special evening concert featuring “5 Points Swing” at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at the historic Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Williamson County Community Band director Ken Krause has a rich evening of entertainment planned. The band’s new 5 Points Swing group will start the evening’s entertainment with a selection of Big Band numbers. Matt Jablonka of Franklin is the musical director for 5 Points Swing and also plays alto saxophone. Jablonka has played the saxophone for over 50 years, and developed a love for Big Band music at Virginia Military Institute, where he played with the VMI Commanders. Now retired from Eastman Kodak, Jablonka joined the Williamson County Community Band several years ago, and formed the 20-piece 5 Points Swing band in 2011 with fellow local musicians. Following 5 Points Swing, the entire community band will perform a program of crowd-pleasing numbers under the direction of Ken Krause. The community

band, formed in 2001, has grown under Krause’s leadership from a group of 11 to over 60 members. Krause is a graduate of Northwestern University and has been a music educator, band director, performer and writer. During his musical career, Krause has played drums for touring Broadway shows, conducted orchestras, and arranged music for the Nashville Symphony and Atlanta Pops. Both the Williamson County Community Band and 5 Points Swing are sponsored by the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR). Laurie Kamunen, program administrator for WCPR, is pleased to be back in the historic Franklin Theatre for a second year. “Last year’s concert will be hard to top,” Kamunen said. “We were overwhelmed with the community support for our band, and really look forward to another sell-out crowd.” The season opener is the only fundraising concert the band does each year, and proceeds from the performance will go toward the band’s expenses. The community band performs free concerts during the spring, summer and fall at Williamson County recreation centers and parks, festivals, civic events, and tributes. In addition, the band has appeared at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center and the Gordon Jewish Community Center in Nashville. Tickets for the April 9 Williamson County Community Band concert are available at the Franklin Theatre box office or on-line at www.franklintheatre.com. For this event, cabaret

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Solomon says we do, however, have the time; it is a matter of what we do with the “time for every purpose under Heaven” and if we are too busy for God then we are entirely too busy and you will note that he did not expound on how much time we should make for Him; it is expected by God for us to pencil Him in at least some time during every day. He isn’t asking for all

It can be easy to forget God in our daily rush of things but we need to always remember that God makes time for us. Got more to write and it is not that I’m out of space; just out of ti………. Mike Williams, Minister Thompson’s Station Church of Christ www.tscoc.org

OBITUARIES Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” Goodwin GOODWIN, Mrs. Dorothy “Dot”, age 84 of Franklin, TN. March 8, 2013. She was a devoted member of Big Harpeth Primitive Baptist Church and loved everyone in her church family. A retired employee of Dotsons Restaurant in Franklin. Preceded in death by parents, Roy J. and Nannie Ophelia Hartley Moses; siblings, R.T. Moses and Lorene Reynolds. Survived by husband, James Paul Goodwin; son, Larry Goodwin; daughter, Janie (Richard) Jefferson, Missy Goodwin Barker; sister, Minerva McGee; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Services were conducted 2:00PM Monday, March 11, 2013 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, Bro. Doyle Hurst officiating. Burial Hartley Cemetery, Cross Keys community. Pallbearers: Brian Jefferson, Jonathan Barker, Rob Daugherty, David Nichols, Billy McGee, Jimmy McGee, Paul Lillard. Honorary Pallbearers: Members of Big Harpeth Primitive Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Big Harpeth Primitive Baptist Church. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 615-794-2289 www.williamsonmemorial.com

Ms. Lillian Louise Lamb Ms. Lillian Louise Lamb, age 84, of Spring Hill, TN passed away at her residence, February 28, 2013. Lillian was raised as a sunny southern California girl. She retired from teaching after fifty years. Preceded in death by parents, Harold S. Lamb, Sr. and Edna Miller Lamb. Survived by her daughters, Katherine (Vernon) Sallaz of San Luis Obispo, CA and Debra (Jack) Dickey of Spring Hill, TN; brother, Harold S. Lamb, Jr. of Harbor City, CA; grandchildren, Erin Washam, Alex Dickey, Kaitlin and Veronica Sallaz; nephews and nieces, Ronald, Tim, Linda, David and Gary Lamb. SPRING HILL MEMORIAL PARK, FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 5239 Main St., Spring Hill, TN 931-486-0059. www.springhill-tnmemorial.com

First Baptist Church of Spring Hill to host Annual Easter Egg Hunt The Williamson County Community Band will kick off its 13th season in grand style with a special evening concert featuring “5 Points Swing” at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at the historic Franklin Theatre. courtesy photo

Come! Celebrate the Risen Christ at The First Presbyterian Church of Spring Hill March 31st at 11:00 a.m. A joint Easter Sunrise Service will be held at Peace Lutheran Church on Beechcroft Rd. at 6:30 a.m.

Easter is here and what better way to celebrate the Lord’s victory than by having some fun finding eggs, eating hot dogs, and jumping in a bounce house! March 30th from 10:30am-12:30pm, First Baptist Church of Spring Hill will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt to begin promptly at 10:30am. When the madness is done, enjoy a hotdogs and chips, and bounce away in one of the two bounce houses! It’s FREE! It’s FUN!

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“The Little Church that Cares for You” New Life Baptist Church 1507 Gravel Hill Road Columbia TN 38401 (4.5 miles west of Spring Hill. Take Beechcroft Rd. out of town, cross over Carters Creek onto Gravel Hill. Church will be 1 mile on left.) We are excited about what God is doing in our community! We are seeing people come to know Christ as their savior and the baptismal waters are stirring. I believe we are truly in the last days and with that comes an urgency to tell everyone the Good News of Jesus Christ. We invite you and your family to come and visit. We are a loving Church that welcomes all, where the old time hymnals are still used, the gospel is preached, repentance is necessary, and salvation is eternal (Praise God).

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mation along with their own personal story as to why they were entering the contest. Of all those registered, only 5 were chosen as finalists Each finalist’s picture and story was featured on personal trainer Bill Collins website at www.billcollinsfitness.com. Contestants campaigned to family and friends for

As the winner of the contest, Brooke will receive a Free year’s membership to Anytime Fitness Spring Hill as well as a 12-week personal training and nutritional program from personal trainer Bill Collins of Bill Collins Fitness. Brooke with family and friends toured Anytime Fitness Spring Hill on Friday March 1st and heard about her training program from personal trainer Bill Collins.

Snodgrass-King answers your everyday dental questions... Hey Dr. Snodgrass and Dr. King, why should my child receive fluoride? One of the local television stations just last week did a news story on the toxicity of fluoride and how environmentalists across the country were advocating the removal of fluoride from municipal drinking water. Fluoridated drinking water along with penicillin probably had the greatest effect of positively influencing human lives during the Twentieth Century than any other development, and now they want to take it away. Have they forgotten how many of their parents wore dentures? Fluoridated drinking water insures that your child’s teeth develop more resistant to tooth decay. The fluoride in your drinking water is referred to as systemic fluoride. As your child drinks water, the Fl- ion is absorbed into the bloodstream. This ion is removed from the bloodstream by the cells, which form enamel (ameloblasts) as teeth develop. The incorporation of fluoride into the internal structure of the tooth makes the tooth harder and more resistant to decay. Another form a fluoride is called topical fluoride. We pediatric dentists apply topical fluoride in high concentrations to children’s teeth every six months.Topical fluoride is applied directly to the outside surfaces of the teeth in the form of a gel or a rinse. To be 100% effective topical fluoride should be applied to the teeth every six months. Having been a pediatric dentist for over twenty years,

I’ve witnessed the teeth of children raised on farms with well water and no fluoridation. Their teeth are softer and much more prone for decay. This time history must not repeat itself.

Dr. Pete, my child is 10 years old and still has four baby teeth left. Is it too early for braces and will she need them again in the future if we start orthodontic treatment now? Every child and orthodontic case is different. However, having four baby teeth left at 10 years of age is not abnormal. It is also not abnormal for starting orthodontic treatment with baby teeth still present. Under normal and ideal circumstances, I like to start female patients around 10 or 11 years of age and 11 to 12 years of age for boys. When orthodontic treatment is started it typically lasts for two years. If children wear their retainers as directed no further orthodontic treatment will be needed. As I always say, it is never too late to have braces and improve your smile. It’s simply easiest to correct orthodontic problems when a patient is growing. During growth spurt times teeth move more efficiently. Furthermore, there seems to be the added bonus of less discomfort while in treatment.

SNODGRASS-KING Pediatric Dental Associates 5073 Main Street, Suite 240 Spring Hill, TN 37174 615-302-4200

All About Beauty

The question is, are you drinking the amount of water you should

every day? Your body needs two things to survive, food &

We are so proud of everyone who stepped out of their comfort zone and entered the challenge! They are all winners in our book!

Bill Collins, Certified Fitness Trainer – ISSA, provides challenging and fun personal training services at Anytime Fitness 3525 Kedron Road Spring Hill, Tenn. info@billcollinsfitness.com, 615.587.5168 or 931.489.0003, www.anytimefitness.com. *The Informer apologies to Bill Collins for listing the incorrect name with his photo in the last issue.

G et I n M ot i o n Sp r i n g H i l l

Christian Hospitals, Pregnancy Pain Clinic. Through the use of highly effective hands-on treatments and rehabilitative exercises we are able to formulate a treatment plan that will quickly relieve pain, preventing it from recurring, or keep it from happening in the first place.

Find out why it hurts and how we can help. For most women, the period of time during which a mother is carrying her child is one of the most memorable and joyous periods of her life. However, for many women the period they were with child was an unpleasant experience because of "PAIN". For about half of all pregnant women, low-back pain is inevitable. In fact, the overall prevalence of back pain during the 9-month period is thought to be approximately 50%. Moreover, the pain can begin as early as week 12 and continue up to 6 months after delivery.

Why It Hurts Pregnancy, especially the later stages, is fertile ground for back pain. Your center of gravity shifts because your uterus expands. Your abdominal muscles lose tone. Hormonal changes temporarily loosen important support structures - ligaments and tendons - leaving you with joints and muscles in the back and pelvis that seem to groan under the stress of increased weight. The cumulative effect of these stressors creates a perfect recipe for pain and discomfort. How We Can Help Given that most pregnancy pains occur in predictable patterns, the

>>DR. MARK HAWKINS doctors at In Motion Spine & Joint Center implement specific protocols for treating and preventing the pains that most affect expecting mothers. Dr. Hawkins and Dr. House have learned and fine-tuned their treatment after having served as residents of the Barnes Jewish

Enkephalins & Pain! Enkephalins are neurotransmitters which work to suppress pain. The goal of pain suppression is to allow the body to cope with pain while remaining focused, rather than permitting the perception of pain to flood the system and cause panic, distress, or confusion. These neurotransmitters are polypeptides, meaning that they consist of very short chains of amino acids. Two different enkephalins have been identified: met-enkephalin and leuenkephalin. One of the three major families of endogenous opioid peptides. The enkephalins are pentapeptides that are widespread in the central and peripheral nervous systems and in water. This applies to our skin also. Drinking 8 or more glasses of water will hydrate your skin, help reduce puffiness around eyes, and reduce fluid retention throughout the body. I looked in the mirror a few mornings ago and saw “bags” under my eyes. I applied an eye treatment know to reduce puffiness and reached for a big glass of water.

Many people complain of having dry skin, but when questioned, admit that they don’t like to drink water. I myself fell into this catagory 15-16 years ago,

the adrenal medulla. When we have enough Enkephalins we have . . . * Internal calm * Sense of well being * Feelings of euphoria * Self-concept * Pain management But when we have a shortage of Enkephalins we have . . . * Internal turmoil * Lack of completeness * Sense of inadequacy * Poor pain control * Feelings of inferiority * Fearful and insecure feelings Researchers first began to identify these compounds and the way drinking mostly coffee, tea, and colas. Anything with flavor.........rather than water. I found out that by drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day made a big difference in my skin. With a topical hydrator working from the outside inward, you can also bring that dry skin into a normal range. Here are some other facts regarding the importance of drinking enough water. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is often mistaken for hunger. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as

Keeping the Baby Safe Furthermore, utilizing a natural form of pain treatment helps eliminate the need for pain medication altogether. The resultant decrease in pain medication may reduce the mother’s exposure to unwanted side-effects, and protect the unborn from the adverse reactions of unnecessary medication. For information on this topic please contact us at 615-302-4747 or info@inmotionsjc.com or visit our website at www.inmotionsjc.com. can be critical for many neurotransmitters, as the circumstances in the body are constantly changing, making it important to send the right signal at the right time.

Health Notes

Water is a natural diuretic. That same day I looked at my feet and said “uh oh.” I realized that I have not been drinking the amount of water that I normally do.

Are you Hydrating Inside and Outside?

We have also offered the four other contestants a Free week’s pass to Anytime Fitness and a Free consultation with personal trainer Bill Collins that includes two 30 minute sessions and nutritional coaching.

Her story is featured on the Bill Collins Fitness website www.billcollinsfitness.com. There will be weekly updates

Pregnancy Pain & Post-Partum Rehab

TOOTH TALK

from Brooke about her journey that the community, family and friends can read on the website so they can follow her during her makeover journey. At the end of the 12 weeks, there will be a big reveal held at Anytime Fitness Spring Hill. In addition, we have partnered with William Edge Salon in Spring Hill to provide a full beauty makeover for Brooke.

>>LINDA CLARK they work in the 1970s. Like the numerous other substances secreted by the body to transmit signals throughout the nervous systems, enkephalins are released automatically when the body senses that they are needed. People cannot control the timing or quantity of the release of a neurotransmitter, and the compound acts instantly to perform its function as soon as it is needed.

If you would like to know more about neurotransmitters and how they affect pain, mood, focus, behavior, sleep and much more visit: http://www.neubecalmd.com/co mbo.html Ask me how I got my son off DHD medication www.neu-becalmd.com 615-459-2522

This article compliments of Linda Clark Alternative Health Products 5083 Main St. #2 Spring Hill 37174 615-302-0590

The rapid response time involved much as 3%.

Lack of water is the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.

Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. (These facts were pulled from a site on senior health on the internet. I do not remember where I found it.)

Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers. (A local doctor that I know always has a big bottle of water in his hand or in front of him.)

If you are one of those who doesn’t like to drink plain water, go visit the Water Store and taste the water there. You will reap lots of benefits, including smoother, clearer skin~~~ as well as having a healthier inside.

A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen.

Shirley Irwin, Mgr. JAFRA shirlirwin@charter.net 931-486-1561 www.myjafra.com/sirwin

One glass of water shuts down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a U-Washington study.

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School/Sports

Spring Hill High Band marches Emergency Responder Class now offered at Central High School on with First Concert of 2013 Every student remembers that one teacher who first believed in them. For many Spring Hill High School Music Club members, that teacher was long-time band director Daryl Jack. For 23 years, Jack dedicated his life to the marching Raiders, commandeering a small music program to the 60-member force it is today. After Jack was unexpectedly hospitalized last November, the Spring Hill High Music Club opted to postpone its annual winter concert, waiting until their director felt well enough to return to the music program that meant so much to him. Unfortunately, Jack remained at

Nashville Baptist Hospital until his passing on New Year’s Day. When neighbors GM Spring Hill Manufacturing and the UAW Local 1853 heard of the band’s loss, the two joined forces to serve as title sponsors for Spring Hill High’s Cruzin’ for the Music benefit. Proceeds will fund much-needed band uniforms, supplies, and travel expenses for competitions throughout the school year. “Our employees feel a connection to Spring Hill High because of the plant’s proximity to the campus,” said GM Spring Hill Manufacturing Complex Manager Ken Knight.” We wanted to

do everything we could to ensure the band has what it needs to begin this new chapter while carrying Mr. Jack’s legacy forward.” “The members of UAW Local 1853 have been involved with Spring Hill High for years, and we’re pleased to be able to support the band in this way,” said Tim Stannard, president, UAW Local 1853. Thursday, Feb. 28, marked the Spring Hill High Music Club’s first performance of the year. GM Spring Hill Manufacturing and the UAW Local 1853 kicked off the concert by presenting a $2,500 donation to the band.

Spring Hill S.M.A.R.T. Program

COLUMBIA, Tenn. – Central High School students now have the opportunity to receive certification as a “First Responder” for medical emergencies as a result of a partnership between Maury Regional Emergency Services Department (MREMS) and the Maury County School System. The class, taught by MREMS Community Outreach Coordinator Doug Rutherford and health science teacher Mandy Wilkinson, is now under way thanks in part to funding help provided by the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. Previously the students could take a basic emergency services class for school credit with no actual certification. This class will give them a

license as a first responder prior to attending EMT or Fire Training Schools. Classes are limited to 20 students, each of whom are required to participate in the Maury Regional EMS Explorers Post 595 where they go on actual calls with the MREMS staff. Students will spend at least 10 hours in class each week as well as a yet undetermined amount of ride time with MREMS. Plans are under way to expand into the program into other Maury County schools after this year. “The program creates a good recruiting tool for MRMC EMS while teaching the students basic life support and proper emergency responses,” Rutherford

said. The school system invested $3,800 in training equipment and supplies but needed help with the cost of textbooks and workbooks for the students which cost $115.25 per student. The Foundation provided nearly $3000 to cover the cost of 26 sets of text books and workbooks for the students. “The MRHC Foundation is pleased to once again partner with the Maury County School System to provide additional learning opportunities and a First Responder Certification class to the students in our area, said Foundation Executive Director Joe Kilgore.

Where: Tennessee Children's Home Heron Center Spring Hill, TN 37174 When: Saturday, March 16th 2013 at TBD CDT -toSunday, April 7th 2013 at TBD CDT Dear Parents and Guardians, On March 16th and April 7th, there will be an education initiative for all kids in Spring Hill in grades 1 - 7. On March 16th, all interested kids are invited to participate in a written exam (math, history, geography and science). The questions will be multiple choice and fill in the blank. The top ten highest scores in each grade will move to the final round on April 7th, which will be a public spelling/vocabulary bee. Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place of each grade. We will need volunteers to make this event successful! Please consider volunteering your time-you can sign up to volunteer on the registration page. You can also contact Susan Zemek at Ssearcyzemek@gmail.com to volunteer. We are also looking for Sponsors for this event. If you or someone you know would like to sponsor a grade level, please contact me or Susan Zemek. Feel free to contact me with any other questions you may have.We look forward to many years of this fun event for our kids! Sincerely, Michael Dinwiddie SMART Program shsmartprogram@gmail.com

Spring Hill Lion’s Club T-ball, Softball sign-ups

Maury Regional Health Care Foundation Executive Director Joe Kilgore receives a donation for the Women’s Center from Santa Fe Middle School Honors Program students Trevor Brady, Emily Ragsdale, Auria Avalos and Gracie Bates. Members of the Honors Program raised the courtesy photo money through T-shirt sales. SUMMER JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS WITH THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for temporary/seasonal jobs and internships for summer 2013. Temporary, parttime positions are available in several divisions. Williamson County Parks and Recreation offers a fun working environment and can provide an excellent opportunity for

Health Occupations Student Advisor Mandy Wilkinson observes while Brittany Fallin and Kaylen Wilkinson assist EMS Community Outreach Coordinator Doug Rutherford in securing Amber Winchester for transport during a First Responder training class at Columbia Central High School. courtesy photo

real life experience. If you are interested in working in the field of recreation, please apply! Lifeguards, camp counselors and sport officials are needed. Williamson County Parks and Recreation is also accepting summer interns in several of its divisions. If you have an interest in public recreation, athletics, event planning, public relations or therapeutics, please apply! Internships are only available to those fulfilling school credit(s). Combine your education and talents as you embark on a new world as a

Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department intern. Have fun in a creative team environment while gaining communication, planning and workplace experience and developing valuable life skills! To apply for a summer job or internship, contact the Williamson County Government Human Resources Department at (615)5918504 or visit http://www.williamsoncountytn.gov/jobs.aspx.

Cryptogram - Mind Teaser Webster's Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary defines cryptogram as “communication in cipher or code.” The mention of cipher and code brings to mind the intrigue of waging war or some mystery in which the answer to a great question is in code that must be broken. These cryptograms are mind “teasers,” intended to deliver a message of value to those who decipher them. They are quotes from (sometimes) famous people and deliver what might be referred to as “works of wisdom.” Each cryptogram ends with the name author. Each issue of this periodical will contain a new cryptogram, the answer to the previous cryptogram, and, for the first few issues, clues to solving the puzzle. The quotes are presented with letters jumbled (encrypted). When an “h” represents “e” in one word, “h” represents “e” in every other word of the quote. Therefore, part of a cryptogram might be “LKCXH FJCPSH.” Your job it to figure out that the “C’s” are “U’s” and the “H’s” are “Y’s.” Also, “L” is “M,” “K” is “A,” “X” is “R,” “F” is “C,” “J” is “O,” “P” is “N,” and “S” is “T.” And the answer is “Maury County.”

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The Spring Hill Lions Club will be holding registration for the summer T-ball/Softball leagues on March 16th and March 23rd from 9 am - 2 pm.

will start one month prior to the start of games at coach’s discretions. The leagues and their age groups are:

Registration will be held at the Pete Boyd Recreation Ball Park located on Beechcroft Road beside Evans Park. Rain-out location will be Red Oak Shelter in Evans Park located on ToonePrados Road (road which runs through Evans Park).

• Lollipop, ages 3-4

Approximately 500 children participate in the Lion’s Club youth ball program each year. The games will start May 28th and will continue through the end of July. Practice sessions

• Slow-pitch softball, 13-15

• T-Ball, ages 5-6 • Coach Pitch softball, ages 7-9 • Coach Pitch softball, ages 10-12

Forms may be picked up at sign up dates; all forms must be returned by April 15th deadline. Forms may be dropped off at

Primary Eye Care 5407 Main Street, Spring Hill, TN and Christopher Optical 5020 Spedale Court Spring Hill, TN. If you would like to sponsor a team, the cost is $200 which provides approximately 16 shirts per team. Sponsor forms will be available during sign-up dates, please bring logo, color information and contact information. Registration fee is due at sign up. Any questions prior to registration can be emailed to Elton Ragsdale, eltonragsdale@yahoo.com or call 931-384-0642. You may find us on Facebook or the Spring Hill Lions Club website: springhilltn.lionwap.org

THE INFORMER, LLC 5339 Main Street Spring Hill, TN 37174 Phone: 931-487-9027 Fax: 931-487-9025 E-mail: theinformer@bellsouth.net or theinformer.melissa@gmail.com Web site: www.springhillinformer.com facebook.com/Informer News twitter.com/Informer_News LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED FREE Regional Community Newspaper distributed by mail to Spring Hill and Thompson ‘s Station residents and delivered to newsstands and libraries located in Spring Hill, Thompson’s Station, Bethesda, College Grove, Fairview, Nolensville, Neapolis, Mt. Pleasant, Columbia and Franklin- Published biweekly - Articles are contributed by area residents. Subscritions are available. The deadline for articles/ads is Thursday one week prior to publication. MELISSA OVERTON BRANDON MULLINAX General Manager /Publisher Production Assistant SPECIAL FEATURE WRITERS/CONTRIBUTORS Shirley Irwin, Dr. Mark Hawkins, Dr. Ryan House, Pat Bruhn, Amy Richardson, Pat Larson, Mike Williams, Phil Sims, Bradd Kimes, Judge Blair Scoville Morgan, Bill Collins, Ramon Presson, Mary Ann Weakley, State Rep. Sheila Butt, Bryce Martin, Dr. Deanne Collins, Steve Chapek, Gary Rohmann CORRESPONDENTS Joyce Smith (Bethesda), Laura Hayes (Hampshire), Mary Adkins (Theta), Charlie Schoenbrodt (Spring Hill) Kaye Gibbs (Thompson’s Station), Member of: Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce The Informer is Printed by: Franklin Web Printing, Franklin, TN

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Clue: Z = O Andy Blake See answer to this Cryptogram is on Page 12.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY/CLASSIFIED

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COMMUNITY FIRST BANK 4809 Columbia Pike Thompson’s Station, TN (615) 302-4949 www.cfbk.com TRISTAR BANK 4930 Main Street Spring Hill, TN37174 Phone: (615) 302-1011 24 Hour Star Line: (615) 740-STAR www.tristarbank.com FIRST FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK 5398 Main Street Spring Hill TN 37174 (931) 486-2212 and 4871 Port Royal Road Spring Hill, TN 37174 931-486-2436 www.myfirstfarmers.com HARVEST WEALTH MGMT. Bradd Kimes, Wealth Manager 1167 Trotwood Avenue Columbia, TN 38401 100 Stephen P. Yokich Pkwy. Spring Hill, TN 37174 931-381-1753

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www.neu-becalmd.com BEAUTY/BARBER Cosmetics, Hair, Nails & Skin Care ABC BARBER SHOP 5273 Main Street Spring Hill, TN 37174 (931) 486-2153 AVON Susan Bohannon 705 Spring Haven Drive Spring Hill, TN 37174 Cell: (931) 505-6101

AMAZING SMILES DR. Roberts, DDS 1802 Carmack Blvd., Sta. A Columbia, TN 38401 and 931-490-9895 BACK TO HEALTH FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC, LLC Dr. Jeremy Johnson 1010 Crossings Blvd. Spring Hill, TN 37174 931-489-5979 www.BackToHealthSpringHill.com

COUNSELING ASSOCIATES (marital and family counseling) Brent Ketring, M. DIV., APCC 3011 Harrah Dr., Suite M Spring Hill, TN 37174 hearthope4u@gmail.com 502-413-1949

NATIONWIDE INSURANCE Randall M. Cronk,Principal Agent 4918 Main St. #8-E Spring Hill ,TN 37174 615-302-3456 931-486-1001 888-928-INSURE http://www.nationwide.com/randallcronkagency

IN MOTION SPINE & JOINT CENTER 3011 Longford Dr., Suite 4 Spring Hill, TN 37174 Campbell Station (close to Beef O’Brady’s) Dr. Mark Hawkins Dr. Ryan House 615-302-4747 www.inmotionsjc.com

STATE FARM INSURANCE Chris Nielsen, Agent 5332 Main Street Spring Hill, TN 37174 Bus: 615-302-1611 chris.nielsen.qyd9@statefarm.com

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Leading the industry in product features and value since 1926. SOUTHERN PRINTS AND FRAMING Larry & Karen England, Owners 1269 Hardison Road Columbia, TN 38401 (931) 486-1067 www.southernprintsandframing.com

SWIMMING POOL & SPA

LEISURE TIME POOL & SPA 5441 Main Street Spring Hill, TN 37174 931-486-3775 Fax 931-486-0209

REAL ESTATE For Sale - Lease/Rent For Sale by Lender Brick house 5-bedroom, 4-baths, over 3600 sq. ft., 2-car garage Located close to new Spring Hill High School. Excellent terms. Available. Call Cyril Evers 931-388-6554

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INSURANCE

FARM BUREAU INSURANCE SERVICES Chad Cox, Agency Manager 4886 Port Royal Rd Suite 260 Spring Hill, TN 37174 Office: 931.486.3816 Fax: 931.486.3819

Spring Air Mattresses

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Everyone loves our friend Ruby. She greets everyone with a hug. Val’s an expert in the art of beauty. Enough hair on the floor is a rug. Louise wants hair with color. She wears a cape colored gold. Her man Bob fiddles with a pencil. Ladies together act a bit bold. Louise, Ruby, and Val are known for their wandering speech. I naturally consider them pals. Hugs are always in reach. Subjects discussed are without end. They rarely say anything to me. Generosity is the soul of a friend who will share stories for free. Farewell ladies—I then motion. My visit here is always grand. You share sweet words of devotion where blessings are part of the plan. Bob Gaut (Louise notes patience works two ways)

Tennessee and 36 Attorneys General reach 7 million agreement with Google Google will pay Tennessee and 36 other states $7 million and revamp its consumer privacy practices as a result of an agreement filed today, Attorney General Bob Cooper has announced. Tennessee’s share is estimated at $133,528 as part of the agreement stemming from privacy complaints regarding Google’s collection of data from unsecured wireless networks nationwide while taking photographs for its Street View service between 2008 and March 2010. The agreement now bans unauthorized data collection and requires Google train its employees on privacy and launch a nationwide campaign to educate consumers on how to protect their information. “We are pleased Google recognizes consumers’ right to privacy and will no longer collect information during its Street View photography without their permission,” General Cooper said. “I strongly encourage Tennesseans to take more proactive steps to secure their personal wireless Internet connection to avoid any other similar privacy intrusions.” At issue in the case is Google’s Street View maps in which the company used cars equipped with antennae and open-source software that the company acknowledged collected network identification information. It then used those that information for other services such as geo-location applications. Google has admitted it simultaneously collected and stored information gathered from nearby home and business wireless networks without permission. While Google represented it was unaware it was gathering unsecured wireless data while the Street View cars were driving by, the company acknowledged the information it collected may have included Internet addresses of requested Web pages searches, partial or complete email communications, and any confidential or private information being transmitted to or from the network. Google has since disabled or removed the equipment and software used to collect the payload data from its Street View vehicles, and agreed not to collect any additional information without notice and consent. As part of the agreement, Google has agreed to segregate and secure the information it gathered and will destroy the information as soon as legally practicable. Further, Google agreed that the data was not used, and will not be used, in any product or service. The company also agreed that the information collected in the United States was not disclosed to a third party. Other key elements of the agreement require Google to run an employee training program for at least 10 years. It must also conduct a public service advertising campaign to help educate consumers about steps they may take to better secure their personal information while using wireless networks. View the Assurance of Voluntary Compliance here: http://www.tn.gov/attorneygeneral/cases/google/google.html Come join us. The NATHANIAL CHEAIRS CAMP OF THE SONS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS meets every third Tuesday at 7:00 P.M.in the Excell building behind Rippavilla Plantation in Spring Hill. We can help you discover your Conferate ancestors. Questions call 931368-2560, email: cost4@AOL.com The answer to the Cryptogram on page 11: Make the lie big, make it simple, keep saying it, and eventually they will believe it. Adolf Hitler

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View from the Bench: For Spring Hill’s Sake …. VOTE! I love living in Spring Hill. Don’t you? We have the privilege of residing in a growing, thriving City that honors its past, yet has its rudder firmly set toward a bright and prosperous future for its citizens and businesses. And in case you’ve missed it, Spring Hill has just made the list of the “100 Safest Cities in the United States”, ranking 61st overall. This is an extraordinary accomplishment for our Police Chief Don Brite, our City Administrator Victor Lay, and for all of the men and women of our Spring Hill Police Department. We owe them all our sincere thanks for their hard work and their vigilant stewardship over the public safety of our City. A safe Spring Hill is not only vital for our children, our elderly and our families, but it is key to attracting more vibrant businesses (and their

jobs) … and more safety-appreciating residents, as they realize that Spring Hill really is a great place … and a safe place … to live and to work. We are now in our City’s election season in which you have the right and the privilege to vote for Spring Hill’s leadership over the next 4 years. Will you take advantage of this tremendous opportunity? (For information about voting dates and times, see our City’s new website at www.springhilltn.org.) As our City’s Judge, the Code of Judicial Conduct prohibits my publicly supporting or opposing any candidate for office. I honor that prohibition. But now in my 5th decade of life, I have had occasion to observe many leaders, both the

A Look at the Legislature BY STATE REP. SHEILA BUTT 106 War Memorial Building Nashville TN 37243 615-741-3005 P.O. Box 1283 Columbia TN 38402 Phone 931-698-5432 Rep.sheila.butt@capitol.tn.gov

Pre-K Admission Age to Change for Future School Years Parents need to take note of House Bill 839 which passed last week and changes the date for children entering public pre-kindergarten. A child must be four (4) years of age from September 30th to August 31st for the 2013-2014 school year for entrance into public pre-K programs. In the years after 2013-2014, the date will be August 15th for entrance into that program. This bill additionally allows children who participate in a prekindergarten program administered by an accredited private school or Head Start program to also enter kindergarten in the 2013-2014 or 2014-2015 school years, respectively. If you have any questions concerning whether your child will be able to start kindergarten or pre-kindergarten in the Fall of this year, please contact the Maury County School Board at 388-8403. Committee Visits Ellington for an Update on Tennessee Agriculture The Agriculture and Natural Resource Committee on which I serve, was invited to a luncheon at Ellington Agricultural Center this past Tuesday and we were welcomed and given an update on the state of agriculture in Tennessee by Commissioner Julius Johnson. He noted

that the inclement weather in the past couple of years has affected our crop production and it is hoped that we will be able to increase production in the next few years. He also indicated that we are losing dairy farms and we need make sure that we can sustain the dairy farms we still have in Tennessee. We also heard reports from Jimmy Hopper, (Assistant Commissioner for Regulatory Services) and Jere Jeter, (State Forester and Assistant Commissioner). We were treated to a delicious luncheon of Tennessee products, prepared for us by Karen Norton, (Norton Family Baking and Catering) from Crossbridges. We were also informed at the meeting that our own Ed Harlan, from Maury County, will be promoted to Assistant Commissioner over Marketing. Agriculture is very important to the state of Tennessee and touches our lives in multiple ways every day. I would also like to let teachers know that there is an agriculture museum on site at Ellington and programs are presented often. I hope some of you will call the Department of Agriculture and make arrangements to take your students for a visit. I am sure there are many young people who think that eggs come from the grocery store and milk comes from the cooler. I hope you will take advantage of this great educational opportunity!

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PUBLIC NOTICE SPRING HILL MUNICIPAL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2013 AGENDA 5:30 PM Take notice that the Spring Hill Municipal Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a meeting at the date and time stated above at Spring Hill City Hall, Court Room, 199 Town Center Parkway. The agenda is as follows and is subject to change without notice: Consider approval of the December 2012 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting minutes.

1. Consider approval for a variance on parking place size from 200 sf.(10x20) to 171 sf. (9 ½ x18) 66 spaces, for Spring Hill Church of Christ, 5351 Main Street 2. Consider approval for a variance on a rear yard setback for a Patio cover to extend 8 feet into rear setback at 2064 Autumn Ridge Way, lot 135 Autumn Ridge 3. Consider approval for a variance on a rear yard setback for a House to extend 5 feet (one corner) into rear setback at 1804 Williamson Ct, lot 60 Benevento 4. Is planned use allowed/permitted in B-4 zoning for Price Collision Center. Concerned citizens Adjourn 16.13

good and the bad. I would like to share with you my experience of what great leaders are. At core, great leaders are men and women of wisdom and integrity, and they possess heaping quantities of both … for these qualities are at the foundation of excellence in leadership. The mantle of leadership is not just an honor. It also comes with a high responsibility … the responsibility of stewardship. And while you can bestow a title on someone by virtue of the outcome of an election, thereby giving them an area of responsibility over which they exercise power, it is their personal character and their level of individual integrity that is on bold display once they assume that position. In other words, your vote can put someone in a position of power, but

Harwell Committee Vote Keeps Wine in Grocery Bill Alive House Speaker Beth Harwell sat in a House subcommittee last Wednesday and cast the deciding vote to keep the “Wine in Grocery Stores” Bill from failing in the committee. She actually voted twice. First, she broke a 4-4 tie on a motion by Rep. Dale Carr, R-Sevierville, to delay action on the bill (HB610) until July, 2014. Carr’s comments were that the delay (which would have effectively killed the bill) would provide "time to sit down on both sides and see if we can get something worked out." After Carr's motion was defeated, Harwell then broke a 4-4 tie on the bill itself. With her vote, the measure advances out of the subcommittee for a vote next week in the full House State Government Committee. “Parents Day Out” Programs Addressed in HB 172 At the end of last session I was contacted by many “Mother’s Day Out” programs in our District who were concerned about an Attorney General opinion in Tennessee that concluded that it was “Constitutionally questionable” whether these programs could provide for children more than two (2) days a week. The opinion was that there could only be two days a week, or 12 hours per week, even if the same children were not in separate twoday programs. This primarily applied to programs operated by churches. The passing of this Bill (which now goes to the Governor for his signature) will allow these programs to continue operating four (4) or even (6) six days a week with different two-day programs with the maximum for one child of twelve (12) hours a week. These programs are important to many parents, children and workers. I personally kept my children in a “Mother’s Day Out” program when they were small for two days a week and it was a blessing to me as well as to them!

UWWC Youth Advisory Council presents 2013 Spring & Prom Fashion Show FRANKLIN, TN (March 2013) – Spring is in the air, and United Way of Williamson County Youth Advisory Council (YAC) members from high schools all over Williamson County will model the latest spring and prom fashions on Saturday, March 16, at 1:00 p.m. at Belk in CoolSprings Galleria. Tickets are $10 per person, and proceeds benefit United Way of Williamson County. Tickets are available through YAC members or by calling Carla Arnette at 771-2312. While the fashion show and prom season is a lot of fun, the teens are all business when it comes to allocating the money they raise through the Fashion Show. The Youth Advisory Council’s allocations committee will meet in April to hear proposals from area nonprofit agencies, and the committee decides which programs will receive funding from YAC’s fundraising efforts. In 2012, YAC raised nearly $6,000, and they allocated funds to

>>JUDGE BLAIR SCOVILLE MORGAN your vote is powerless to instill in them the character necessary to exercise that power with wisdom and integrity. They must already possess these qualities … or possess the humility, the teach-ability and the reliability to quickly grow into these qualities when encountering those critical “choice-points” that all leaders face. Great leaders have the humility to call upon and meaningfully consider the expertise of others when they are out of their depth in an area important to how they will exercise their power. They also have the ability to stand alone on matters of integrity and principle, even when

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the subtle pressure of powerful peers or the shout of a vocal faction wish to steer them in another direction. The internal compass of great leaders remains reliably “true North”, maintaining principles of truth and right action … even above political expediency. And great leaders, although elected by popular support, and sometimes with the backing of influential supporters, are not “owned” by any individual or special interest. They remain their own man or woman … freely capable of telling any powerful and influential supporter, individual or group “no” if “no” is the answer rooted in truth, integrity and respect for the law. Great leaders do not bend or pressure the twisting of the rules for personal or political advantage … but will be the first to follow the rules, and, by their example, demonstrate the highest respect for our City’s citizens, her government, her laws and her good name. Great leaders also are “listening” leaders. Having “two ears and one mouth”, they gather information from all, and wisely turn everything over in their minds and hearts to determine what is the highest and best for the future good of all, not just for

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one person or interest group. Wise leaders are not manipulated by fear, but are able to cut through the smoke to see truth and take their stand with truth clearly in view. Wise leadership will realize that Spring Hill is a living, growing organic entity in which all of her citizens matter, and will serve all, not just certain selected factions within the City. Great leaders will unite us as a City at every point possible, and not divide us and pit us against one another. At times we may indeed differ. But it is from our unity as Citizens who treat one another with decency and respect, and from the strength of our united love for Spring Hill, that will flow the fresh spring of our future greatness as a City.

This Week’s Word of Wisdom: “It is good even for old men to learn wisdom.” Aeschylus Blair Scoville Morgan is an Attorney, Mediator and Municipal Court Judge in Spring Hill, TN; P.O. Box 88, Spring Hill, TN 37174. bsm@counselresourcesolutions.com www.counselresourcesolutions.com

“Medicaid Expansion: a Trojan Horse to Tennessee Taxpayers” By: State Representative Jeremy Durham Franklin, Spring Hill, Fairview and Thompson’s Station When discussing Obamacare Expansion, we must remain mindful of our state’s future as well as its past, and recognize a ticking fiscal time bomb. 2005 Tenncare Crisis Just eight years ago, then-Governor Phil Bredesen faced a crisis. Tenncare growth projections showed cost overruns of $650 million and that the program would become 40% of the state budget by 2007. After a flurry of public demonstrations and a weekend sit-in at the governor’s office, 172,000 people were removed from Tenncare. Expanding Medicaid would add 180,000 back to the program by 2019. Our Current Opportunity As passed, Obamacare required states to broaden Medicaid to cover individuals whose incomes fall at or below 138% of the federal poverty line or lose all federal Medicaid funds. Last June, however, the U.S. Supreme Court gave states the option of maintaining current Medicaid levels without losing pre-existing dollars. Federal Funding Questions But interest groups seek to capitalize on speculative federal funds that could put us back into a situation similar to 2005. The projected matching formula for the extended population is 100% for three years before gradually decreasing to 90% – quite ambitious for an entity with

$16.5 trillion in debt.

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The Other Medicaid Expansion There is a lesser-known and unavoidable expansion of Tenncare called the “Woodwork Effect.” An estimated 47,000 individuals will join the program due to factors such as streamlined application processes and aggressive federal outreach efforts. But rather than the 90% or 100% federal match, the normal 65% formula will be used. This translates to an estimated $137.5 million in new state expenditures during the fiscal year ending in 2015 even without expansion. Federal Excise Tax to Cost $50M Compounding all these concerns is a newly-created federal excise tax coming due March 2014 that taxes insurance providers for their prorata share of all nationwide insurance premiums including state-run programs. This represents an estimated $50 million annual state expense – a figure that will rise with Tenncare growth. Expansion Increases Private Insurance Rates Hospitals lose money on each Medicaid patient while overcharging private insurance carriers. This “cost-shifting” essentially represents an indirect tax increase on everyone else, and expanding Tenncare by 180,000 individuals places a greater financial burden on hardworking Tennesseans.

Southern states could choose to lessen the damaging fiscal impact of Obamacare. Due to lower costs of living and more conservative ideology, nearly half the federal funding tied to Medicaid Expansion is designated for southern states with low eligibility levels. And among Tennessee’s border states, zero of five Republican governors support the idea. Philosophical Issues One argument suggests Tennessee’s money would go elsewhere should we refuse expansion. But the inverse is true. If Tennessee does expand, we would increase the national debt on states choosing to govern responsibly. Furthermore, there are always wellintended reasons suggesting we abandon principle and take federal money contrary to sound judgment, and this is the same mindset that has landed our country in the dire fiscal traits where we find ourselves today. I urge my colleagues to exercise fiscal responsibility, resist temptation to increase our nation’s debt, avoid putting our state into a precarious financial position, and prove we have learned from our past. To date, 41 legislators have signed HB937/SB 804 called “The Tenncare Fiscal Responsibility Act,” and I encourage others to join me in opposing Obamacare in Tennessee.

Judicial redistricting consensus plan unveiled (NASHVILLE, March 11, 2013) At a press conference today at Legislative Plaza, Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey (R-Blountville) unveiled a consensus plan to redraw Tennessee’s judicial districts. The districts were last drawn nearly thirty years ago in 1984. Joining Lt. Governor Ramsey were judicial redistricting bill sponsors Senator Mark Norris (R-Collierville) and Representative Jon Lundberg (R-Bristol) along with Supreme Court Chief Justice Gary Wade, Tennessee Trial Judges Association President Chancellor Daryl Fansler, Tennessee Judicial Conference President Robert Holloway and Tennessee Bar Association President Jackie Dixon.

and public defenders.” “While the 1984 map made great strides by consolidating public defenders, district attorneys and judges into unified districts, it clear that the particular politics of the time influenced the map resulting in untenable inefficiencies,” Ramsey explained. “This map corrects those mistakes and brings our judicial districts into the 21st century.” “We came into this process with open minds and a desire to work with interested parties,” Ramsey continued. “I am pleased that, in the end, all concerned could come together and agree on a consensus plan. I am extremely satisfied with the result.”

“When the issue of judicial redistricting was first presented to me it was clear action needed to be taken,” said Lt. Governor Ramsey. “Tennessee is a vibrant and growing state. After thirty years, the changes experienced in our state needs to be reflected in the districts of Tennessee’s judges, district attorneys

The proposed map causes minimal disruption to the current system affecting only 22 counties in 8 districts. To maximize efficiency, the number of judicial districts has been reduced from 31 to 29. Factors such as regional integrity, geographic boundaries and ease of inter-county travel were also heavily considered.

programs at five agencies: Graceworks, Bridges Domestic Violence Shelter, WAVES Inc., Refuge Center for Counseling Inc. and Grace Medical Clinic. The fashion show comes at the perfect time for high school juniors and seniors to begin their search for just the right dress for prom. This year, Belk is offering a great line-up

of dresses featuring dazzling designs by top designer names such as Jessica Simpson and “Be by Jay Reynolds,” a collection by one of Belk’s Southern Designer Showcase winners, and many others. Eye-catching colors and design influences seen on the fashion runways and in Hollywood are the trademark of stunning prom looks

“I would like to commend all involved for working hard to reach common ground,” said Senator Norris. “Change is never easy but we have come together to create a map that ensures Tennesseans get the best possible service from their public defenders, district attorneys and judges.” “This is a common sense plan for judicial redistricting that corrects the mistakes of the past and updates districts to reflect population changes in the state,” said Rep. Lundberg. “I’m proud to be a part of this process.” An open call for judicial redistricting proposals went out in February. Fourteen maps were submitted as well as informal input from members of the public and stakeholder groups. The current plan will be presented as Senate Bill 780/House Bill 636 and can be found online at http://www.capitol.tn.gov/senate/judredist/judredist.html.

for 2013. Belk’s prom dress assortments will reflect some of the latest trends in formalwear, including: Grecian inspired silhouettes (lots of draping, etc.) High-low hemlines Cut outs (in the back, side or front) Bold colors Dreamy pastel colors Sequins, beading, rhinestones

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SHHS production of Larry Shue’s “The Nerd”

The Spring Hill High School cast for the production of Larry Shrue’s “The Nerd” Front Row: L-R Cassie Mathews (Tansy), Mariah Mims (Clelia), Luis Salcedo (Willum), James Grossheim (Thor), Back Row: L – R Tyler Stavely (Alex), Phillip O’Brien (Rick), and Ben White (Waldgrave). courtesy photo From Dramatist Publishing: An aspiring young architect in Terre Haute, Indiana, Willum Cubbert has often told his friends about the debt he owes to Rick Steadman, a fellow ex-GI whom he has never met but who saved his life after he was seriously wounded in Vietnam. He has written to Rick to say that, as long as he is alive, "you will have somebody on Earth who will do anything for you"—so Willum is delighted when Rick shows up unexpectedly at his apartment on the night of his thirty-fourth birthday party. But his delight soon fades as it becomes apparent that Rick is a hopeless "nerd"—a bumbling oaf with no social sense, little intelligence and less tact. And Rick stays on and on, his continued presence among Willum and his friends leading to one uproarious incident after another, until the normally placid Willum finds himself contemplating violence—a dire development which, happily, is staved off by the surprising "twist" ending of the play. Show information: March 14 – 16, SHHS Auditorium, Box Office Opens: 6:00 p.m.,Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.,Performance Starts: 7:00 p.m., Run Time Estimated: 2.5 hours Tickets: $8 for adults / $5 students (18 and under with ID) Don’t miss this hilarious comedy!!

Love Historic Spring Hill We moved to Spring Hill in 1997. As a newcomer to Spring Hill, I knew nothing of its poignant history. I remained unaware of the importance of Spring Hill’s heritage until 2006 when I met Bill Alsup at Ferguson Hall. His enthusiasm and love of history ignited something in me. My father, after retiring from metallurgy, went back to school and earned a degree in History. Perhaps Bill fired up my dormant history gene. I recognized a special dignity about the original or “old families” of Spring Hill. I felt the quiet brilliance of the people who had roots here, people like Mattie Laura Harris, Alice Fitts, Helen Dark, Alice and Galen Pierce, Blair Scovil Morgan, Effie Heiss, the Thompsons and so many others. I read and reread the Library’s wonderful book “Everybody Has a Story.” I was so enamored of the book; I condensed it into a staged reading, which a group presented at the Grace Episcopal Church and years later at the Spring Hill Library. The book would be a great gift to families moving into the Spring Hill. The following is a brief, very brief, look at the history and evolution of Spring Hill. Spring Hill, Tennessee The Cherokee, Chickasaw and Shawnee hunted on the land whose soil, rich with the decay of prehistoric vegetation, became Spring Hill. Settlers coming with land grants for western expansion valued the beauty and fertility of the rolling hills and natural springs. Early settlers venturing out into the west had a strong faith in the land and the future community. Soon, the community was complete with churches, schools, doctors, lawyers, blacksmiths and merchants. The new community of Spring Hill was in a direct path to Nashville. Travelers passed through a tollgate on the way to and from the north. The railroad

became an important link to Nashville and its cultural institutions. During this period, the townspeople built beautiful mansions, estates, churches and plantations. Some are still standing and reflect the pride of the early people who made up the Spring Hill community. In the 1860’s, the small village faced the threat of Civil War. The people of Spring Hill struggled through the occupation of both the Confederate and Union troops. The battle of Spring Hill and the quiet march of Union troops through Spring Hill was the prelude to the famous Battle of Franklin. After the war, the town suffered the destruction of tornados and years later by fire. Yet it continued to grow. Spring Hill was known nationally for the breeding of livestock, rich pastures, agriculture and for its dedication to quality education. Because of the hardships, and the shared values, the people of Spring Hill grew stronger and closer to each other and formed a bond that was difficult for newcomers to understand. In 1980, Industry turned the primarily agricultural town to one of manufacturing with the impact of the General Motor’s Saturn Plant. New people, in great numbers, moved into the area and changed the small town into a city. Likewise, the growth of Nashville, Brentwood and Franklin extended to Spring Hill. Young families seeking affordable housing moved to Spring Hill, creating a bedroom community. Entertainment and cultural activities were still attracting Spring Hill residents to Nashville and the growing popularity of Franklin. While the established original families remained strong and productive in Spring Hill’s schools and churches. At first, it was difficult for the people whose families lived here for generations to find a place for newcomers. However,

>>DEANNE COLLINS, EdD. deannemcollins@bellsouth.net the energy and vitality of these newcomers allowed the town to move forward. Now, in 2013, the old and the new come together to envision the future vibrancy of Spring Hill and to develop the idea that this community has its own culture and can offer its own brand of entertainment, eliminating the need to travel to Nashville. Spring Hill’s pride in its past, affords the energy and impetus to engage in the future. I have moved from not knowing anything about Spring Hill’s past to an advocate for preservation of its history. Through educational and cultural activities, all Spring Hill residents can participate in the rich heritage that is theirs. Unfortunately, the old and new Spring Hill families still rely on Franklin and Nashville for their cultural and entertainment experiences. It is time to invest in the economic, social and educational potential of Spring Hill. Like the early settlers did. They invested everything into the potential of Spring Hill. For people to value and love an idea, an object, a person or a community they must understand its worth. Spring Hill is only worth the value that each member of the community affords it. According to Erich Fromm, to develop a true love, “one must practice… discipline, concentration, patience and supreme concern”. If the community is not of supreme importance, the citizen will never learn to love it. He or she will ”remain, at best, a good dilettante, but will never become a master” of caring and contributing to his or her community.

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This week, in the bitter cold, a team from Sawyer Land Surveying Company began preparing for the Spring Hill amphitheater. The 60-foot stage area will be on the Tennessee Children’s Home Campus. Pictured are Daniel Sawyer, Shane McNeil and Les Murphy who began the “not so simple” process of measuring and analyzing the topography of the land. This terraced area is where the audience will sit and enjoy the Historical Outdoor Drama, SCATHE. Chris Raleigh with Shane McNeil is heading up the team. Shane hopes to have the plans ready next week for the grading to begin. Chris will stake it out shortly after the plans are in hand and be ready for the (volunteer) excavating team and the installation of erosion control. When all this is in place, Charlie Schoenbrodt and a crew of volunteers will lay the sod and keep it watered and covered for 30 days. The amphitheater is for SCATHE but also for other concerts throughout the summer months. Be part of a crew, help in any way contact: Chris Raleigh at 615-791-9203 or craleigh@charter.net

Steinway Pianos in Nashville hosted a "Fun Recital" on March 2nd in their performance hall! 23 students from age 6-18 performed a selection that would showcase how playing piano can be fun! Students dressed up, added comedic monologues and props to bring extra entertainment to the audience! Ria Naidoo, a student at Chapman's Elementary, was one of the participants! She dressed as a witch to perform the piece "Spooky Footsteps" by William Gillock. Ria has been taking piano lessons from Mrs. Goss for two years and received a certificate and t-shirt from Steinway for her excellent performance! Great job Ria! courtesy photo

Students of Spring Hill First Presbyterian Fun and Play School gather around their collection of peanut butter and jelly. They recently collected the pb&j for The Well, a local food pantry which benefits Spring Hill families. courtesy photo

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Real Estate Agent Man But I Don’t Wanna Sell My Home! BY JIM ADAMS My name is James…James Adams…Real Estate Agent… Licensed to Sell… Dear Jim: I often read your column in The Informer, where you give tips on how to sell a home. I recently lost my job and need to sell my home. But I really don’t want to sell it. I would rather lose my equity, credit rating and get foreclosed on than go through the hassle of selling my home. Can you help me? MS. I.B.Aloser (No this person doesn’t really exist.) Dear I.B.: Yes I spend a lot of time preaching on things that need to be done to sell a home. However, it’s refreshing to hear from someone who is honest enough to tell me they don’t want to sell their home. Here are some tips to help you not sell your home. Please don’t call me.

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homes I list sell quickly. Half the homes I listed for sale last year had contracts on them within two weeks of hitting the market. My record so far for listing a home to a sale contract is thirty hours. Now that’s an exception not the rule. A couple of years back you almost couldn’t give a house away. But a home that is in great shape; good location and priced right shouldn’t stay on the market very long. Please call another REALTOR. Now let’s talk about decorating. Judging by the pictures you sent, I have to ask: Is your decorating style influenced by Salvador Dali, or did your clocks actually melt? Forget that clean coats of natural earth tones sell homes in today’s market. Go with the bright pastel Easter egg

colors. The number one rule of not selling homes is: When it comes to decorating, “it’s all about you and your tastes!” I once went on a listing presentation where the family had painted a kitchen in two tone colors. The lower section was painted in an Army Green color and the upper section a bright Pink. I suggested that the color combination might not work and the wife got angry and shouted: “So you think you’re an expert on selling houses!” “Duh…!” I responded and left. While we’re at it, I.B. the interior of your home could use a little work. Fill those walls with family photos. You’re not planning on selling your home; why not distract potential buyers into looking at something other than your house? Put more items on your counter-top than you can ever use and start stuffing those kitchen cabinets with repetitive items. Over stuffing rooms with needless furniture will help you to reach your goal of not selling a home. Make sure to throw in a bunch of children’s toys and a few trip hazards as well. You are about to be financially wiped out, how bad can a lawsuit be?

Landscaping! I often preach that buyers perceive almost twenty percent of the home’s value in landscaping. Your goal is to not sell your home. Forget about replacing the Mulch; freshening up the flower beds, weed whacking, mowing and pressure washing the exterior. If you have any beautiful shrubs or trees, a little diesel fuel will take care of them. Your goal is to make your house the one that makes buyers say: “Forget about It!” from far away. Finally, let’s talk about pricing. One strategy I’ve seen come up at a lot of failed listing presentations is to price your home far above the market value so that buyers will negotiate down to the true value of the home. It’s a good theory I’ve never seen it work, but somebody has to be the first. Well MS.I.B. Aloser, I could go on and on with tips about how not to sell your home, but you have the basics here. I hope that this has helped you to live out your dream…and up to your name.

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D. L. Hayes in 1955. The giant smallie weighted 11 lbs. 15 oz. Note there is an 18 inch minimum length limit for smallmouth bass on most lakes throughout the state. Dale Hollow Lake has a 16 to 21 inch slot limit. Regulations allow a limit of 2 fish per day with only one over 21 inches on this lake. See the new 2013 TWRA fishing guide to check for the latest information. There are several pre-spawn techniques successfully used to entice big smallmouth. Jerk

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baits, tubes, drop shot, and lipless crankbaits are all very effective. In early spring when water temperatures are in the mid-forty to mid-fifty degree range I like to use lipless crankbaits. These baits are simple and easy to use and very productive especially during the pre-spawn. Lipless crankbaits have no bill which allows the bait to run flat in the water keeping it in the strike zone for longer periods of time. They can be cast a long distant and make a great search bait. The depth these baits run depends on the speed of retrieve. However, a faster retrieve may produce more strikes in clearer water. In stained water a slower retrieve usually works best.

Bill Ross of Old Hickory, Tenn. with a 7.25 lb. I prefer spinsmallmouth bass taken with a Buckeye Shad on ning tackle to Percy Priest Lake. fish ¼ to ½ oz.

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MARCH 14 - 27, 2013

The Informer

George

JONES for MAYOR ZKDWÂśV KH DERXW" In the Jan 23rd article of the Advertiser, Rick Graham stated that he will have been an alderman for six years by the time of the election. Transportation is his biggest issue. He notes that he's started making friends in Nashville with TDOT and other state leaders so he can get things done as mayor. If he has been there for six years, why is he just starting to make friends so he can get things done as mayor? Why hasn't he been working as an alderman to get this done? In the same article, Bruce Hull (also a six yr. alderman) stated that roads were his top three priorities. What has he done in six yrs.? The two mayoral candidates, who are currently serving as alderman, think roads are such a huge issue yet they haven't done a thing to get the issues resolved! The Round-A-Bout at the Crossings is a perfect example. There is no excuse for the condition of it. Are they only saying this to win votes or are they just ineffective at their job as aldermen? What makes them think they can serve the community any more effectively as mayor? My other two opponents are not currently in city government. I mean no disrespect to them for not mentioning them. Neither of them is liable for the problems this city currently has and I feel that each of them has run a respectable campaign. They are both worthy opponents. We have subdivisions that have been in process for a long time. The streets have not been completed. These developers need to make good on their work and finish the jobs that they started! You paid for a home with a finished street and have been taxed as such. You deserve to get what you paid for! These developers need to be held accountable and get the job done. Many of them say the streets ZRQÂśW KROG WR WKH KHDY\ WUXFN WUDIILF ZKLOH building. If that is the case, they need to build EHWWHU VWUHHWV ,I WKH\ FDQÂśW EXLOG D TXDOLW\ street, they have no business building. If you look at the campaign donations for Graham, you will see his major campaign contributions are from out of town Franklin ODZ\HUV 0XFK RI +XOOÂśV PRQH\ LV FRPLQJ from Columbia and is being promoted heavily by the Duboise law firm. You should ask yourVHOI Âł:K\ DUH WKHVH RXW RI WRZQ SHRSOH SXWWLQJ so much money into OUR city election? I am

personally funding my campaign. I will not be obligated to anyone to payback "favors". Many of these people have no interest in the city of Spring Hill. It should make voters wonder WHY and what do they have to gain? The topic of buying the orphans home IRU PLOOLRQ GROODUV ZKHQ LWÂśV QRW ZRUWK RYHU $4, is outrageous! It's not a wise investment and will take a multitude of tax dollars just to keep it up. The structures are outdated, are protected by the historical society, and much of the land is unusable. If the city takes on such a debt taxes will certainly rise. We need to protect our tax dollars and spend them wisely! We have far too many costly issues to resolve before we try to build more. Our streets and roads can not tolerate any more at their current status. I recycle and support being green. I GHWHVW WKH LGHD WKDW LW LV ÂłLPSRVHGÂ´ RQ FLWL]HQV We are adults and should have a right to CHOOSE how we spend our money. Imposing fees on citizens just because we can is WRONG! We already had recycling facilities available in both Maury and Williamson counties. If recycling is imposed, why isn't glass included? What are we to do with it? We're being taxed on a half done job! This decision could have been added to the election ballot. What would a few months have hurt for citizens to vote? The choice should have been elective and should have been paid for by those who are using it, not by those who don't and can't afford it. The current administration continues to make decisions in their personal interest and not in the interest of the citizens of Spring Hill. It is time for citizens to reclaim their city and elect an administration that will fight for their rights! The city hires companies to do studies for large fees yet they don't take the recommendations. Why? Think about this when you cast your votes. I am running for Mayor for the betterment of the city, the people, and the community as a whole; Not for the betterment of George Jones. I have nothing to gain from this position. I have invested much of my life in this community and it saddens me to see the direction it has been going. We need to get back to fair government run for the good of ALL of the people, not the politicians and those who are padding their pockets! I will expose the dirty politics! I have been asked by many citizens to run for this office. They know my history and know that I cannot be bought or bribed. I have extensive experience with negotiations and I am a successful business man. I will not be bullied by those who feel it is their right to control the city. The current administration chooses what ordinances they wish to enforce and which they will ignore as favors. Already they are pulling out all the stops to slant this election. You can put a stop to this favoritism.

suffering. Our city can not continue to operate in this fashion or we will spiral downhill. The city has absolutely issues. We have developers who have been deferring their bonds no excuse for not addressing pot and the city has been issuing holes. If a citizen calls in with an building permits without holding area of concern we should adWKHVH SHRSOHÂśV IHHW WR WKH ILUH dress it immediately so that we The people of Spring Hill deserve FDQ JHW LW UHVROYHG EHIRUH LWÂśV RXW EHWWHU DQG LWÂśV WLPH WKDW ZH GH of control. The round-a-bout at the mand some action. If elected Mayor, I will Crossings is a nightmare. It conhit the ground running on is- tinues to get band-aids that are sues like this that are directly ineffective. This is total mismanagement by the city officials and impacting citizens. Many of our citizens BOMA. What are they waiting purchased homes several years for? Now is the time for you ago and are STILL waiting for the obstacle courses of their sub- to voice your concerns. If you divisions to be resolved. Some of want to continue four more years the developers have claimed OLNH \RXÂśYH KDG WKHQ MXVW FRQWLQXH bankruptcy. Others have just on. If you want a change for betPDQDJHG WR ÂłZRUN WKH V\VWHPÂ´ ter: VOTE George C. JONES for DQG LWÂśV WKH KRPHRZQHUV WKDW DUH Mayor April 11th.

We deserve BETTER! When you drive down the streets of Spring Hill do you sometimes wonder if you are on an obstacle course? Between dodging the man hole covers, storm drains and the pot holes it can certainly be a challenge!

I say that the time is here when the city administration needs to get serious about these

The Sign Issue The fact of the matter is the city chooses to enforce only the ordinances that they want to. All citizens are not treated equal. They contacted me and said that I was in violation. I reminded Chris Brooks of the Codes Department that we were in the same training meeting put on by the city in October. We were told by the representative doing WKH FLW\ÂśV WUDLQLQJ HYHQW that it was unconstitu-

tional for them to limit the number of signs for an election. They could only regulate size and the placement from the rightof-ZD\ÂśV I requested a certified letter from the city of my infraction. Please note, I attended a political luncheon that very afternoon and spoke to several other candidates (who were also in violation of the written codes) and not one of them had been contacted by the city. I informed the city that if they pursued this issue, I would take legal action. The y waited about a week and then proceeded to issue citations to homeowners who had my signs on their

property. They scotch taped these citations to their doors and threatened them with fines up to $50.00 / day. The city attorney, Tim Underwood advised city Manager, Victor Lay, to proceed. They had every opportunity to resolve the matter with me, but instead they

chose to bully several elderly widows instead. This behavior is inexcusable! This is not a lawsuit to gain profit. It is D ODZVXLW IRU SHRSOHÂśV rights! For all of the people of Spring Hill. It is time that the city stop bullying and start treating the citizens with respect.

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