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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2014

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BY CRYSTAL BURNS The ballots are set for local November elections.

Deadline to qualify was last Thursday at noon.

Withdrawal deadline is Thursday, Aug. 28 at noon.

In Trenton, two candidates have qualified in the mayoral election. Current Aldermen Ricky Jackson and Jim Overall will vie for the seat being vacated by Mayor Tony Burriss, who announced early this year that he would not seek a third term.

Ten candidates have qualified for the six City Council positions: Dona Leadbetter, current Alderman George Wade, Myra Elam, current Alderman Bubba Abbott, current Alderman Joe Hammonds, Johnny Jarrett, current Alderman Frank Gibson, Katrinka Nance, Rickey Graves, and Curtis Holbrook.

In Bradford, former mayor Ray Arnold is challenging incumbent Mayor Frank Lockard.

Three candidates are on the ballot for four seats on the Board of Aldermen: Glynn McCormick, Rachel Arrington, and Terry Johnson. All three currently serve on the board.

McCormick and Arrington were appointed to serve unexpired terms.

In Dyer, eight candidates qualified for four seats on the Board of Aldermen: Richard Reed, Jennifer Hughey, Bitsy Gilliand, Raymond Carroll, Robert Johnson, Jennifer Baker, Hamilton Ellis, and Ryan Shanklin. Thomas Mikkelsen is unopposed for a 2-year term on the board.

In Kenton, Faye Sharp is challenging incumbent Mayor Virginia Davidson.

Charles Crouson is running unopposed for the City Judge position. Six candidates qualified for the Board of Aldermen: current Alderman Sarah Skinner, current Alderman Delores Agee, Lisa Skinner, Danny Jowers, current alderman John Wade Simpson, and John Maughan.

In Gibson, incumbent see page 3

Rev. Roscoe Myles, Jr.

FAMILY AFFAIR – Davis & Son Garage in Rutherford took home the award for Small Business of the Year at last week’s chamber banquet. Founder Gerald Davis said the business is a family affair. (from left) Sherry Petty, Brandie, Linda, Gerald, Doug, and Brandie Smith celebrated. Not pictured – Scarlett Smith.

Chamber honors north Gibson County’s best Jacobs, Lannom, Newman, Vaughn earn individual accolades Davis & Son is Business of the Year

BY CRYSTAL BURNS The Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of Commerce honored award winners at the annual Business & Industry Appreciation Banquet last week.

Peabody High School teacher Shane Jacobs received the Educator of the Year Award. Dyer’s Tom Lannom was named the Person of the Year.

Brandon Newman, an attorney and partner at Newman & Webb in Trenton, took home the Young Professional of the Year Award, and Sherry Vaughn was honored for her volunteerism with the Trailblazers Award.

Davis & Son Garage in Rutherford received the award for Small Business of the Year.

Small Business of the Year Gerald Davis remembered starting his garage as a one-man shop where he specialized in farm equipment repair. Forty years later, the business employs three generations and a mechanic.

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PERSON OF THE YEAR – Tom Lannom, of Dyer, accepted the chamber’s Person of the Year Award from Shelby Kee, Executive Director of the Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of the Commerce.

TOP NOTCH TEACHERS – The teachers and administration celebrated the news last Friday during a pep rally of Gibson County High School being named a 2013-2014 ‘Rewards Schools’ in the state of Tennessee. The school placed in the top five-percent of schools for academic achievement and annual growth. (photo by Lori Cathey)

GCHS teachers, students among top five percent for overall achievement

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Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and education Commissioner Kevin Huffman announced 168 schools as the 2013-2014 Rewards Schools, the top five percent of schools in the state for academic achievement and the top five-percent for annual growth. Gibson County High School was among that elite percentage.

The Reward Schools span 49 districts across Tennessee and include 90 schools that serve mostly economically disadvantaged populations.

GCHS Principal Jim Hughes addressed the student body at GCHS on Friday. He said, “Tennessee Reward School is recognition for being in the top five percent

of state’s schools for growth. This is the second time within three years to receive this recognition. GCHS was also recognized as a Tennessee Reward School for the 2011-2012 school year. We were also recognized for being in the top eight percent of the state’s schools for performance achievement. The class of 2014 had an average ACT composite score of 20.0, which is the highest it has been since all students were required to take the test as juniors. This composite of 20.0 increased 1.6 points from 2013’s 18.4. Each subtest experienced great increases to impact this composite. English increased for see page 3

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Dyer pastor in need of community aid, prayers Rev. Roscoe E. Myles, Jr., pastor of Clora’s Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Dyer for 24 years, is in need of aid and prayers from his community.

Rev. Myles found out some weeks ago from his doctors at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville that his heart has weakened.

Compared to a normal 100percent functioning heart, his heart functions at a mere 20-percent.

Myles will have to move forward with ways to increase his heart function.

The weak heart causes him to feel weak and sluggish most of the time with little energy. He has chest pain at times and shortness of breath. This limits the things see page 2

Yorkville holds 21st pitchin’ contest The 21st Annual International Washer Pitchin’ Contest was held Saturday, August 16th in Yorkville. The event kicked off Friday night with a huge crowd of well over 250 turning out to enjoy fried catfish with all the trimmings at the Yorkville Community Center.

On Saturday morning, there were 36 runners in the 2nd Annual Washer Pitchin’ 5K Run. The run started at the Yorkville CP Church and ended at Bethel Baptist Church. The overall 1st place winner in the men’s division was Scotty Winston. The overall winner in the women’s division was Leigh Carr.

The junior contest started things off at 11 a.m.

The winners were Chloe Reynolds-first, Caleb Reynolds-second, Carleigh Reynolds-third and Lynleigh Cobb-fourth.

Firefighter Matthew Marbrey presented the trophies to the winners.

Yorkville Fire Chief Jon Murray began the opening ceremony by welcoming everyone and thanking them see page 11

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GC Industrial Park is now a Select TN Certified Site

STATE CERTIFIED – A group of state and local representatives were in Gibson County recently to announce the Gibson County Industrial Park is now a Select Tennessee Certified Site. It is one of only 34 in the state. This certification program sets a consistent and rigorous standard upon which companies can rely in making critical location decisions. Those attending the announcement are (front row from left) Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon, former Humboldt chamber director Sherri McCarter and Humboldt Mayor Marvin Sikes (back row) WTIA’s Mike Philpot, Humbolldt chamber president Tyler Gamble, TNECD’s Blake Swaggart and Kingsley Brock, Humboldt Utilities GM Alex Smith and TNECD’s Kendrick Curtis.

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD – Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon (from left) and Humboldt Mayor Marvin Sikes joined up with Gibson County Industrial Development Board members, president Debbie Carroll, Mark Hampton, W.T. Sims, Bill Joyner, Jack Murphree, Tom Litton, J.R. Reed and Jeff Gamble at the Gibson County Industrial Park last week to celebrate the park being designated as a Select TN Certified Site. The industrial park has 466 acres and is divided into two sections, both being certified sites.

BY DANNY WADE Gibson County officials received great news last week. The Gibson County Industrial Park is now a Select Tennessee Certified Site.

The state program began in June 2012. Since there is no national standard for industrial site certification, using a third party industrial consultant for guidance was the direction state officials went to develop this program, according to Kendrick Curtis, director for the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, who was in Humboldt making the announcement.

On August 15, Curtis, along with Kingsley Brock and Blake Swaggart, also with TECD, were in Humboldt to announce the news of the certification of the Gibson County Industrial Park.

Others attending the meeting included former Humboldt Chamber Executive Director Sherri McCarter, who was instrumental in preparing the certification package.

McCarter now works for the USDA Economic Development. Mike Philpot, director for West Tennessee Industrial Association was on hand, as were Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon, Humboldt Mayor Marvin Sikes and Humboldt Chamber President Tyler Gamble.

Curtis said there are currently 34 certified industrial site across the state being marketed on tnecd.com website.

Mayor Witherspoon thanked the Gibson County Industrial Development board for their support. He also praised McCarter for her dedicated work, making the GC park a key piece of land ready for prospects.

Philpot explained the importance of having a Select

Tennessee Certified Site, “Ten years ago there weren’t a dozen sites in the U.S. Now it’s a standard and all about minimizing risks,” Philpot stated. “By having this process and package available, it says, here’s someone ready for business.”

“The key was Sherri McCarter doing the majority of the heavy lifting and work,” Brook said during the meeting. “Now, 18 months later, here we are. There’s a lot of work that goes into it.”

Humboldt Utilities general manager, Alex Smith, said one reason it took 18 months to get the park certified was because the state looked at the park in March 2013 and suggested the park divided into two sites (north and south) instead of one. Humboldt Utilities was a key player in getting the industrial park certified since they will provide all utilities.

“There are a total of 466 combined acres in both sites, one of the largest in West Tennessee,” Smith said. “The two-site change meant we had to duplicate everything, different studies for each site, tailored for each site.”

“The Gibson County Industrial Development Park has been a work in progress for many years starting with the initial purchase of the Hazlewood Farm containing a total of 380 acres,” said Debbie Carroll, president of the GCIDB. The board consists of 11 members who willingly volunteer their time for the betterment of the Gibson County Industrial Park.”

Even though the industrial park adjoins Humboldt city limits, this is Gibson County’s park and is good for the county.

“If it’s good for Gibson County, it’s good for Humboldt,” Humboldt Mayor

Marvin Sikes said. “It’s right in our back door.”

Philpot praised the commitment by the city and the county. “You’re investing in yourselves,” he said.

“They’re doing everything in their power to make it marketable.”

“We recognize that in today’s global economy, companies are often making important site selection decisions on a tight timeline and want reassurance the site they choose presents minimal risk and allows them to be operational in the shortest possible timeframe,” Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty stated in a press release announcing eight sites being certified. “The Select Tennessee Certified Sites program allows top decision makers to feel confident their project will move forward without any major road blocks, because their site has already been vetted and certified to international standards by world-class site selection firms Austin Consulting and The Foote Consulting Group.

I congratulate all of our new Select Tennessee Certified Sites and their communities for making this valuable investment in our state’s future.”

“Gibson County is very fortunate to have this beautiful park available and ready for industrial development,” Carroll said. “It is truly an honor for this park to now be certified as a Select TN site. The board feels this will certainly improve our ability to attract new industries locating in Tennessee.”

“We as a county are constantly looking for a way to use our brand because economic development never stops,” Mayor Witherspoon said.

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A team of doctors evaluated Pastor Myles’ condition and recommended that he should have an LVAD (Left Ventricle Assisting Device) to help increase the pumping of his heart. This device will help his heart pump more efficiently and thus cause him to feel better and have a better quality of life. This device is a bridge to a heart transplant that will take place when a compatible heart is found.

The LVAD surgery will take place on September 3, 2014 at Vanderbilt Medical Center Hospital. The church congregation desires your prayers.

When a compatible heart is found, Pastor Myles will

receive a new heart and the church members are praying that he lives a long life. Their concern is that the medication he will have to take is very expensive and the church family and friends want to help the Myles family. He will have to take one medication at the time of the transplant that will cost $1853 and two others that will add up to $300 for both. This will is total of $2153 a month for six months. The $300 in medication will have to be taken the rest of his life.

Pastor Myles and Sister Myles will have to stay in Nashville for 6-8 weeks for observation and therapy.

“This is a trying time for the Clora’s Chapel Family because of the love that we

have for the man of God,” said Church Elder Ronald McNeil. “We desire your help. There will be a fund set up and any donations would be greatly appreciated.”

All donations should be sent to: Pastor Roscoe Myles Heart Fund, c/o Farmers & Merchants Bank, 110 South Main Street, Dyer, TN 38330.

“We are thanking you in advance for your concern and your cooperation. We love you and we thank you for loving us and for helping us to help our Pastor. There will be events to take place such as programs and fundraisers to assist us in this endeavor. We invite you to come and again we thank you for your cooperation,” said McNeil.

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Insight & Opinion

Tennessee’s religious heritage

Clayburn Peeples reports: I’ve gotten quite a few comments on the piece I wrote a couple of weeks ago on religious beliefs and politics, almost all of it from church people of one denomination or another.

And Tennessee, now as before, has more church people than most places do.

We have, as a matter fact, been described by more than one observer as “the buckle on the Bible Belt.” Some folks claim that distinction for four or five other states as well, but the arguments for Tennessee are pretty compelling.

In 1950, for example, a national survey was done which showed Tennessee had only 55% as many social workers as the rest of the country, and only 75% as many physicians.

We had, however, 102% as many preachers. From even before statehood, we’ve been a center of the nation’s religious life.

The first minister to come into the state was a Presbyterian, in 1777. The next year a Baptist preacher showed up, then came a Methodist and from then through the first few years of statehood these three denominations dominated

religious life in Tennessee.

Initially, the Presbyterian Church had significantly more members in Tennessee than any other church, outnumbering both Baptists and Methodists.

Consequently, it was Presbyterian men of the cloth who first evangelized the Tennessee frontier, and it was Presbyterian men, more than any others, who cleared the forests and built schools and churches and established the Tennessee government.

By 1800, however, Presbyterian ministers were becoming a minority throughout the frontier because of the church’s insistence upon a college educated clergy. This caused a shortage of Presbyterian ministers on the frontier, whereas the Baptist and Methodist churches were licensing men, whatever their educational backgrounds, who felt the “call to preach,” whether or not they had formal educations.

That education requirement, along with a related doctrinal issue, caused a schism in the Presbyterian Church, and in 1810, the Cumberland Presbyterian church was formed in middle

Tennessee.

Before long, the new Cumberland Presbyterian Church was the third largest religious denomination in Tennessee, behind the Methodists, who remained first in membership in Tennessee throughout the 19th century, and the Baptists, who were second.

It was also in the early 1800s that the first Churches of Christ appeared in Tennessee, where they became a major force in the religious life on the frontier as well. In 1845, the Baptist and Methodist churches in Tennessee split away from their national organizations over the issue of slavery, the Methodist Church remaining divided until 1939, when the Southern and Northern Methodist churches were reunited.

The Conventions of the Baptist Church never reconciled, but the Southern Baptist Convention, with which most Tennessee Baptist Churches are affiliated, became the largest Protestant religious denomination in Tennessee, and the nation as well.

An interesting at aspect of the history of Protestant denominations in Tennessee

was our teachers developing very positive relationships with their students in the classroom. Second, the teachers’ number one goal is to meet the needs of our students and sometimes that’s past the boundaries of the school. Our teachers are more than just teachers. They are consolers, fathers, mothers, mentors and friends. I know our students are aware of how much the teachers care about them. Both students and teachers earned this award together. “ GCHS teacher and coach Morgan Cruce said, “I think this award is credited to the cooperation of the students, teachers and stakeholders to better service the community.”

GCHS teacher and coach Chris Lownsdale said, “Being named a Reward School for the second time

in three years shows the commitment our teachers and students have to make meaningful growth in the classroom.

We are extremely proud of this recognition of our students’ and teachers’ efforts and continue to believe we are preparing our students to be college and career ready.”

This year’s list recognizes 67 schools for overall academic achievement and 84 schools for annual valueadded growth. The list also names 17 schools that earned both designations, rising to the top five percent for annual value-added growth while also ranking in the state’s top five percent for overall achievement.

For a complete list of the 2014 Rewards School go to www.tn.gov/education/ data/accountability/ schools_2014.shtml.

GCHS teachers, students from page 1 18.7 to 20.1, math increased from 18,7 to 19.7, reading increased form 18.0 to 20.4 and science increased firm 17.7 to 19.3. ACT representatives say that an increase of 0.1 is significant, so these increases are exceptional.”

Tennessee teachers and students continue to show their dedication to teaching and learning,” Haslam said at an event held at Hazelwood Elementary in Clarksville, recognized for both its high overall achievement and strong growth. “Our Rewards Schools are leading the state in progress and performance and we are thrilled to recognize the extraordinary efforts of staff and students at these Tennessee schools.”

Hughes added, “The key to Reward School recognition at GCHS, for one thing,

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is that they have spawned other denominations to the point that Tennessee’s religious mosaic now consists of many, many faiths. Even as early as 1900, for example, by you could find nine different types of Methodist churches in Tennessee, 11 different Baptist denominations, four different types of Presbyterian churches and at least 10 other Protestant denominations, as well as the Catholic Church and Jewish congregations.

The 20th Century saw other Protestant denominations, such as the Church of God, The Church of God in Christ and the Assemblies of God, also come to prominence, and there are many other

Protestant churches as well. There are also several thousand Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu and Bahà’i adherents in the state.

One thing all religious people in Tennessee have in common is that they can worship, or not, as they please as long as they break no laws doing so. They can also believe what they choose to believe, and say what their faith compels them to say, whether it is politically correct or not, and pay none but political and social consequences.

These freedoms we now enjoy were guaranteed to us by the men who formed this nation, and make no mistake about it, they can be taken away by the men

Ballots set for November from page 1 Mayor Tony Black faces opposition from Jimmy Hills.

Four candidates qualified for three 4-year terms on the Board of Aldermen: current Alderman Mary Goodrich, Betty Bivens, Danny Gantt, Joshua Meals, and Chris Houck. Two candidates qualified for one 2-year term on the board: current Alderman Judy Fonville and former alderman William “Billy” Loflin.

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and Jay Black qualified for the Ward 1 seat on the Board of Aldermen. Mike Oney qualified for Ward 2. Leon Smith and James Fountain qualified for Ward 3. Jason Marcle and Matthew Green qualified for an unexpired term in Ward 3, and Tammy Wade is unopposed in Ward 4. Oney, Smith, Marcle, and Wade currently serve on the board.

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Identified in last week’s edition were Chris Nelson, Michael Palmer, Scott Bowlin, Joey Spellings and Jonathan Joyce.

Ross have qualified for two positions outside of the city limits of Milan. Charles “Sid” Crocker is running unopposed in Ward 1.

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We are what we are, in Tennessee, and America as well, because of our religious history, and if you want to dwell on what you consider shortcomings of one denomination or another, go ahead, but take a look at every other society on earth, literally every one of them, and name one you would trade ours for.

It is our religious freedom in America, as well as our economic and political freedom, that have made us the mightiest and most noble civilization on earth.

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Community Living Keely Mill by Diane Hamlin Our Sunday school hour began with everyone standing and singing the hymn ‘Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus.’ Keith Hamlin opened us in prayer. We dismissed to our Sunday school.

Christy Skelton opened the adult class in prayer.

Bro. John Fields did a good job teaching us our lesson ‘Live to Win in the End’ from Daniel 7. Daniel came to understand that the Lord would give His people a total victory over evil. Christians should live each day confident in Jesus and His victory.

Our Sunday morning worship hour began with Elaine Fields playing the piano and Mike Fields and the church choir leading us in our offertory hymn ‘To God Be the Glory.’ Mike Fields opened services in prayer. Rejoice in the Lord always.

Bro. Steve welcomed everyone and made our announcements. We had a time of giving our praise reports. Hugs, smiles and word of encouragement were welcomed as we shared in our time of meet and greet with our church family and visitors.

Bro. Steve led in prayer over our worship services.

The church choir led the congregation in the hymns ‘Higher Ground’ and ‘Till the Storm Passes By.’ Bro. Steve blessed us with our special music ‘The Lighthouse’ Children’s

church was dismissed to Jennifer Fields.

Bro. Steve delivered our morning message “Revelation and Revolution” from Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Scott Fields dismissed services in prayer as the hymn ‘The Nail Scarred Hand’ was sung.

Our Discipleship Training Hour began with the hymn ‘When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder.’

Keith Hamlin opened us in prayer. Mike Fields did a good job teaching us our lesson ‘What Are The Consequences?’ from 1 John 1:9.

Our Sunday night worship hour began with the hymn ‘Living for Jesus.’ Stephen Fields welcomed us and asked for our prayer requests.

Christy Skelton led us in prayer over all of our requests.

Jennifer Fields, Skylar, Lucus, Jessie and Carlee blessed us with our special music. Mike Fields led the congregation in the hymns In the Garden and Sunshine in the Soul.

Bro. Steve delivered our message from the scriptures found in 2 John 7:11. Berl O’Brien dismissed services in prayer as the hymn ‘I Surrender All’ was sung.

Remember to read your Bibles, pray and love your neighbor.

Rutherford 1st Baptist

By Katheryn Blankenship Sunday morning service was special even though the power point froze and we had to use our song books for a change.

To begin our service Ashley and Greg Baum were baptized.

We welcome them and their family to our church. They and their family have been coming for over a year .

Scarlett Russell and Kelly Tucker did a great job singing ‘There is Nothing Greater then

Grace.’

Brother Jason’s message was ‘Great Commission Part 2 Continued.’ We want to remember the sick in our prayer.

Those having birthdays this week; Leah Matthews, Julie Bogardus, Linda Landrum, Cooper Emerson, Nick Matthews and Coy Landrum.

‘A suffering Christian is one whom god has under special treatment.’ Until next week, God bless.

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Bethpage By Joyce Brown I have concluded that the best place to be these days is somewhere with good air conditioning. Whew! It has surely been hot, but after all it is August and before we can say ‘summer’ the temps will cool, leaves will change colors and we’ll be looking for the sweaters. Isn’t God amazing?

We had a good crowd for Sunday services at Bethpage this week. Seems the vacations are over and folks are back home ready for another year of work and study. Our college students are getting settled back in for their time in academia. We also have a new instructor in our church family. Curtis Cochran has agreed to teach a course at UTM in the school of agriculture.

Congratulations Curt for being selected to do this.

We’re sure you will do a fine job.

Janice and Tina began worship time by playing a beautiful arrangement of ‘Learning to Lean.’ Our call to worship was ‘This is the Day.’ Bro. Jeff talked to the Preacher’s Pals about Moses, a man of God. He called Tim Griggs to the pulpit to read the text Rev 2:1-7 in preparation for his sermon ‘The Right Hand of Almighty God.’ Love the concept of God holding us by His strong right hand. If you feel insecure or frightened just remember, that God has us safe in His strong right hand.

Bro. Jeff’s night message was from Isa 6:1-8 titled ‘God as a Balanced Being.’ He went on through seventeen more scriptures to emphasize that statement to help us see God properly.

We have many who need prayer daily. The Shields family is facing another medical issue as Harvey Jr. will be having yet another surgery one day this week.

Barbara and Harvey are in Atlanta to be with him all the time to learn the routine to care for him once he is able to return home.

Mrs. Oneida Sellers had to go to the hospital on Tuesday night, but was able to go back to Dyer Nursing and Rehab after tests and treatment.

Our community was saddened with the passing of two men from here last week. John Higham passed away as did Leonard Gunnells. Our prayers and sympathy go out to their families during this difficult time.

Our calendar is getting full for September. On Sept 7th there will be a wedding tea honoring Trice Patterson and his fiance’ Lauren Bryant in the fellowship hall from 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Congratulations to this fine young couple.

The Fincher Family will be singing on Sept 14th during our evening service.

You are invited to come hear this local family lift their voices in praise to God. It starts at 5 p.m. so you might be able to come for that and get back to your church for your night service.

However, we will be serving finger foods following the singing so we will feed you physical food after you’ve been fed spiritually.

Senior Saints Day is Sept 21st. We will be honoring our “oldies but goodies” with a meal at Reelfoot Lake following an abbreviated morning service at Bethpage.

Everyone is invited.

The Littleton family has certainly been busy these last couple of weeks. The whole gang went to visit with Steve’s family at Indian Mound, TN the occasion being to celebrate Thomas’ sixteenth birthday. Looks like your baby is getting all grown up. Then this past Saturday the family celebrated little Ethan’s very first birthday.

Our princess, Malone Littleton came home with the crown of ‘Tiny Miss Fairest of the Fair’ of Gibson County. She didn’t wear her crown to church but she was in fine form. We knew she was number one already.

Congratulations little sweetie and family. Thanks Grandma Jean for giving me this information.

From Jesus Calling by Sarah Young: The quickest way to redirect your mind to God is to whisper His Name.

Sometimes I feel like I need to shout it out, but He can hear our whispers.

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Our church news is a bit behind, so I will try to catch everyone up on what’s been happening at China Grove.

Bro. Don is recuperating from his knee surgery and is back in the pulpit. He is still a bit gimpy, but making it ok. We praise God for His healing grace and for all your prayers.

The church had a welcome fellowship for us on the 18th. We had lots of good food and had several guests. Visitors included the James Powell family, Shaina Smith, Bro. Jimmy and Faye Sorrells, the Moeller family and Nathan Quast.

Happy Birthday wishes went out to Jesse Vestal for his 18th. We had a special treat when Linda Carmoney blessed us on Wednesday with her singing and signing talents.

Our senior adults attended the banquet at New Bethlehem. We enjoyed the presentation and the fellowship.

Addie Brelsford read a thank you letter from Birth Choice to our church. Our young people had raised $ 73.00 for that organization.

This week began with another good Sunday

School hour as we continued our study of Daniel. How exciting to know that God has our future so securely under His control!

Bro. Don’s message for the morning worship service was taken from 1 Cor. 12:12-20. He continued with the theme of Living Under God’s Authority. In the evening message Bro. Don gave a couple of examples of someone who failed while in a position of authority. One was Noah and the other was King Saul. We learned how we should not mock one who fails, but let God take care of the end outcome. Noah’s son and David provided both the wrong and the right way to handle the situation.

John Brelsford sang ‘Because He Lives’ as our musical special. We also sang several songs that required ‘parts’ and I think we harmonized rather well. We also had a time of testimony and sharing from the heart. All in all it was a really good Lord’s Day. If you are looking for a place to worship, please come and visit us at China Grove. We would love to have you. See you in church on Sunday.

New Hope News By Shirley Hooper Wednesday evening was our business meeting, Charles King, moderator.

Our minister, Brother Corey Meggs led our Bible study and prayer meeting.

Several praise reports were given, prayer requests were asked Sunday for a family and salvation was the results.

The van was used to transport families to Wed. service, 9 rode. The home fire reported Sunday and was covered with prayers and the results were a house full of furniture donated and delivered.

Salvation to family members, God continues to work.

The bible study focused on ‘what did Jesus do?’ Jesus completed everything God wanted Him to do. John 5:1-20 tells us Jesus did the will of the Father. To become successful we must watch to see where God is working and join in. We can do nothing without Him. Sunday morning we welcomed many visitors who are always our honored guests. Dr. Paul Simmons and lovely wife, Betty were our visiting evangelist.

Our special music was Tommy Jones on guitar playing and singing ‘I Believe.’ Dr. Paul spoke from Ephesians 2: 8-10.

What characterizes your life?

He describes life as tragic, suffering, permeates all our reality and persists. We can only survive by Grace. Grace is not a matter of getting what we deserve. In life we have many choices. We cannot make right choices without God’s Grace.

Everyone enjoyed a delicious meal after service.

Sunday evening Brother Corey spoke on ‘The Grace of giving’ from II Corinthians 8:1-12.

Although the Macedonian churches did not have much they gave beyond their means. The key is verse 5; they gave themselves first to the Lord, then to the needs.

When we give ourselves, it is easier to give what we have.

Christ gave His all on the cross for us. He became poor for our sake, because of that we have become rich. Can we do any less? When we give what we have to God, little becomes much.

We are looking forward to the month of September.

The 3rd annual McEwen Homecoming is September 13; at 6 p.m. Revival is September 14-17. We look for big things. Remember to pray for the many on our prayer list and our friends in the Nursing Home. As long as there are tests, there will be prayer in school.

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THP announces Labor Day holiday enforcement The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a “No Refusal” enforcement campaign during this year’s Labor Day holiday period.

This special enforcement effort will begin at midnight on Friday, August 29 and conclude at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 1.

The “No Refusal” legislation allows law enforcement officials to seek search warrants for blood samples in cases involving suspected impaired drivers.

“Law enforcement officials have another tool to utilize to deter impaired driving and reduce fatal crashes on Tennessee roadways by conducting ‘No Refusal’enforcements,” THP Colonel Tracy Trott said. “We have chosen to implement this enforcement in each of the eight highway patrol districts, and with the help of various local law enforcement agencies across the state. The ultimate goal is remove drunk drivers from our roadways and to save lives,” he added.

State troopers will conduct “No Refusal” enforcement in the following counties: Union (Knoxville District); Hamilton and Marion (Chattanooga District); Montgomery (Nashville

District); Shelby (Memphis District); Hawkins (Fall Branch District); Smith (Cookeville); Maury (Lawrenceburg); and Hardin County (Jackson District).

In addition to “No Refusal” enforcement, highway patrol personnel will also conduct driver’s license, sobriety and seat belt checkpoints, as well as saturation patrols and bar and tavern checks.

“Our district captains have created enforcement plans specific to their regions. So, there will be a variety of specialized enforcement during Labor Day, including distracted driving, commercial vehicle safety, and Move Over enforcement, for example.

However, the priority is always on impaired driving and seat belt enforcement,” Trott said.

During the 2013 Labor Day holiday, 16 people were killed in 15 fatal crashes on Tennessee roadways. That’s up from the 13 vehicular fatalities in 2012.

Last year, alcohol was involved in six (38%) of the fatal incidents, and six of the ten (60%) vehicle occupants killed were not

wearing safety restraints.

Four motorcyclists, one all-terrain vehicle rider and one pedestrian were also killed.

Preliminary figures indicate there have been 3,981 crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers in Tennessee from January 1 through August 15, 2014.

That is 339 fewer (7.8% decrease) than the 4,320 crashes during those same dates in 2013.

Seat belt usage is another contributing factor in crashes across the state. To date this year, 50 percent of vehicle occupants killed in crashes were not wearing safety restraints.

Colonel Trott also noted the number of DUI arrests made by State Troopers in 2014. Troopers have arrested 5,310 individuals for impaired driving from January 1 through August 15, 2014. In 2013, the number of arrests made during that time was 3,973.

That’s a 34 percent increase during the same dates.

Alist of the scheduled “No Refusal” and Labor Day enforcement checkpoints are attached. A 2013 Labor Day holiday statistical sheet also accompanies this release.

Dyer Cumberland Presbyterian Church holds Talents Fair The Dyer Cumberland Presbyterian Church held a Talents Fair Sunday evening, August 24, in the church fellowship hall. Members set up booths to display their crafts or talents. The fair was the final event for the monthly stewardship emphasis ‘Be a Good Steward of Your Abilities.’

Church members displaying their talents at the fair were Ron Rogers, walking stick woodcarving; Curtis Halford, woodcarving, psalter/dulcimer-making; Jeannie Ward, pillowcase dressmaking; Christine Black, crocheting; Jackie Summers, cross stitchery; Cheri Draper, smocking; Lucy Bonds, glitter art and bath salting; Lynn Tucker, gourd art; Barbara Watson, 3D paper decoupage; Gordon Crenshaw, Jr, photography; Lainie Patterson, bracelet making; Betty Rose Thompson, monogramming/ smocking; Randi Miget, art; Taylor Miget, bracelet making; Fletcher Martin, Lego design; Jon Adam

Green, art; Bettye Ellis, gardening; Robert Watson, chair caning; Ellen Jewell, quilling; Cheryl

McCormick, canning; Rick McCormick, emergency medical care; and Mae Beth Reed, smocking.

Community Calendar GC REPUBLICAN PARTY MEETING Members of the Gibson County Republican party will meet September 2 at 6:30 p.m. at Perkins Restaurant in Milan. Members are urged to attend and visitors are welcome.

DIXEIE ECHOES The Dixie Echoes will host their 32nd West TN Homecoming on September 6, 2014 at 6 p.m. in the Yorkville City Park building. Appearing with the Dixie Echoes will ne the Florida Boys and the Joylanders. Singing tickets are $12 in advance and $14 at the door. Children under 12 are free. Tickets can be purchased at Duncan’s Pharmacy in Dyer, Yorkville Market in Yorkville, The Diamond Gallery in Dyersburg, Five Season Men Shop in Union City or by calling W. T. Sims at 731-643-6365 and Charles Gabel at 731-3342085. Beginning at 4:30 p.m. a white bean and hamburger supper will be served. White bean or hamburger plate with dessert and drink only $5.

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BOOKWORMS KICK-OFF The Bookworms Story Time at the Gibson County Memorial Library will kick-off on September 3rd at 10 a.m. in the Children’s Room of the library. Story Time is for all children who have not yet been enrolled in school (including Pre-K). The Bookworms begin Story Time by listening to a story. Then, the Bookworms participate in a craft project and a snack before dismissing Story Time with the Chicken Dance and the Hokey Pokey.

Don’t forget to stop by and check out or Story Time, every Wednesday morning at 10.

GCSSD BOARD MEETING The Gibson County Special School District Board of trustees will have the regular meeting on Thursday, September 11 in the Gibson County high School Library at 6:30 p.m.

COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT Bethel Baptist Church in Yorkville is showing ‘God’s Not Dead’ September 19th at 7 p.m. and September 27th at 7 p.m. Admission is free and there will be free concessions.

Movie is for ages 12 and up. Child care is provided for those attending.

TOLLEY FAMILY REUNION The annual Tolley Family Reunion will be Sunday, August 31, 2014, at the Riverside High School cafeteria from 10 a.m. til 2 p.m. The high school is located at 2740 Hwy 641 South, Decaturville, TN 38329. Bring a dish and any pictures you’d like to share and enjoy the fellowship.

Foster parents needed in Dyer area For those looking to make a difference in the lives of children, becoming a foster parent provides a rewarding opportunity to help a child in need.

Youth Villages is currently in need of caring adults in the Dyer-area to open their hearts and homes to children who have suffered abuse, neglect or abandonment. These children need families who will care for them until they can return to their birth families or an adoptive family is found for them.

Foster parents provide children with a safe, comfortable environment and monitor their emotional growth, school progress and physical health. They also serve as positive role models to children who

may lack caring adults in their lives.

Youth Villages provides foster parents with 24-hour access to counselors, support groups and a monthly stipend to offset the cost of adding a child to the home. Foster parents also often have the first right to adopt if the child becomes available for adoption.

Foster parents should be over the age of 25 and residents of Tennessee.

Foster parents should have viable income, reliable transportation and be able to pass a background check and home study.

Youth Villages offers free information sessions for those interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent. The next information session will be held Thursday, Aug. 28 at

5:30 p.m.

Youth Villages also offers free training classes to teach new foster parents how to address a child’s emotional and behavioral problems, as well as parenting and discipline techniques. Free training classes will be held on Thursdays at 6 p.m., from Sept. 4 to Oct. 16.

The information session and training classes will be held at the Youth Villages office, located at 1865 U.S. Highway 51 Bypass N., Dyersburg, TN 38024.

To register for the upcoming information session or training classes or for more information about how you can change the life of a child, contact Lacey Howard, foster parent recruiter, at 731-2884613 or lacey.howard@ youthvillages.org.

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RELIGION Obituaries

Kenton News By Cindy Lamar Former Kentonian Mrs. Linda Butler went to her eternal reward last week. She resided with her daughter and son~in-law in South Fulton and will be great missed.

The Walters family is also mourning the passing of a dear one with the passing of Mrs. Hazel Walters. She was eulogized and interred at Sunnyside Cemetery in Kenton. Condolences are extended to the family and friends.

Last Saturday was a special day for Mr. William Duren.

It was a day of celebration as he marked another birthday, but without all the pomp and circumstance. Happy Birthday Mr. Duren.

Bonnie Graves’ greatgranddaughter, 10-year-

old Elexys Simpson has recently been diagnosed with Guillain Barre Syndrome.

She is presently in Memphis at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital. Please keep her and the family in your prayers.

Food for thought: Keep us in your care we pray. Watch us each and every day. Hear our prayers we pray to Thee.

Give us daily food to eat. We thank Thee Father for Your love so true, help me honor Thee in all I do.

Prayer list: Elexys Simpson, Vicky Page, Jeremy Spain, Scottie Stewart, Edmond Jackson, Delores Agee, Kim Nipp, Jackie Hatch, Henry Herane, Jesse and Elaine Davidson, Bobby and Carol Primrose, and Clint McLodge.

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Trenton - Mrs. Hazel Marie Campbell Wylie, 68, of Trenton, passed away from this life on August 21, 2014, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services for Mrs. Wylie were conducted on Sunday, August 24, 2014, in the chapel of Karnes and Son Funeral Home of Kenton. Interment followed in North Union Cemetery of Kenton.

Mrs. Wylie was born April 8, 1946, in Dyer County, Tennessee; the daughter of the late Chock and Ada Curtis Campbell. Mrs. Wylie retired from Kellwood Company as a sewing machine operator.

Mrs. Wylie is survived by daughters, Lisa Hamm and husband James, and Christine Goad; grandchildren, Alexi Bryant (Kyle), Rachel Hamm, Tyler Goad, Kelli Goad, John Adam Goad; great-grandchildren, Brayden Allen; sisters, Vera Mae Leschure, Lorelle Conner, Gladys Skinner; and grand-dog, Chloe Hamm.

She was preceded in death by husband, John Roy Wylie, her parents; and brothers, Jack, Bill, and Edward Campbell.

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Trenton - Mrs. Linda Faye Goodman, 73, of Trenton, passed away from this life on August 22, 2014, at her home.

Graveside services for Mrs. Goodman were conducted on Sunday, August 24, 2014, in Walnut Grove Cemetery of Trenton. Interment followed.

Mrs. Goodman was born February 7, 1941, in Gibson County, Tennessee; the daughter of the late Lois and CloraBelle Garner Sanders. Mrs. Goodman retired from maintenance and housekeeping at Gibson General Hospital.

Mrs. Goodman is survived by her husband, John Goodman; sister-in-law, Betty Burress and husband Ken; and her brother Danny Goodman and wife Angie.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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The family of Billy Johnson Joy Johnson, Jeff and Kim Johnson, Natalie and Mike Thompson Dear Dyer community family and friends, Our hearts are deeply comforted by your out pouring of love and support shown to us during this time of sudden loss of our husband and Dad. We appreciate every prayer, visit, cards, phone contact, food items and floral arrangement.

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The 2nd Annual ‘A Night of Hope’ slated for September 9

EXPANSION Dyer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is in the construction phase of adding to the therapy department. The area of expansion will go from an existing 342 square feet to a little over 1000 square feet. The additional space will allow the therapy staff to offer more services to the long term and short term residents. The facility offers physical, occupational, and speech services to their residents.

Golden Agers August 19 was a good Wednesday as 12 golden Agers met in the FLC of Dyer FBC. Right after eating good food that had been brought, members discussed proposed outing which will begin Wednesday, August 27 when everyone will gather at Joe and Deana’s By-pass Café for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. to precede the regular weekly meeting.

September’s trip will be at the Milan Agricultural Center on the 17th and in October the group have planned to go to Discovery Park in Union City.

Prayers were uplifted for Sally Carroll, who as a patient in the Jackson Madison County Hospital, will be transferred to Cane creek Rehabilitation Center for therapy. Sue Morgan

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has returned home from the hospital with better strength, and Tyree White also asks for prayer as he recovers from problems with this heart. We also prayed for Charles Grace during his time in the hospital and for Joe Shankle as he recovers his strength.

And our own Elizabeth McKnight is home not feeling well too. We pray for her and the Una Barron as she recovers her vitality at the home of her daughter in Newbern. We grieve with the family of Mark Barker especially his wife and his young girls. Fifty-three is so young for the sojourn on the earth to end.

August, however, was a good birthday month for Virginia Davidson, Dot Oliver, and Alice Ernest.

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Agers chorus sang to us and we all sang to Dot as she and James celebrated 65 years of marriage in the same month of her birthday.

Our songs for the morning led by pianist Anne Thomson and vocalist Carolyn Temple were ‘Rescue the perishing’ and ‘At Calvary’ and by request Anne played a beautiful rendition of ‘He Touched Me’ in her lilting, musical style.

Pastor of dyer FBC DeWayne Goodgine delivered his devotional from the beautiful words of Psalm 23. The amazing words bring us comfort as the Good Shepherd cares for our needs, leads us into peaceful pursuits, gives us coverage, fights the enemy off, and gives us a destiny as he prepares a place for us eternally.

Lowrance Chapel By Brandon Clenney Greetings from the Lowrance Chapel church of Christ! We ask that you continue to remember in your prayers, Max Betts, Carlene Meadows, Modeen Pierce, Jimmy Warren, and Jean Harris. If you have any questions concerning the articles or would like to sit down and study God’s word, please e-mail me at brandon.clenney@gmail. com.

Have you ever seen anyone refuse to obey the Gospel of Christ because of their emotions? Because of what they feel? They let their feelings get in the way? Oh this happens so often.

‘What I feel’ ends up guiding many people in their spiritual outcome.

And what a sad day the day of judgment is going to be when people learn that ‘what I feel’ is not what matters. I’m not saying our feelings are unimportant, but when it comes to our soul, salvation, heaven, or hell our feelings are not what matter. Our feelings can sometimes get in the way. Feelings can be misleading. Our feelings (even though those feelings are very sincere) can be based on something that is entirely wrong. We see that with Jacob don’t we?

We read about good things in regards to Jacob, but one thing he had a failing in was the favoritism he showed towards Joseph and the hatred that came on the part of Joseph’s brothers because of this.

And we know the story of how the brothers took him and made him a prisoner, sold him into slavery, and when they came back to report to their father they tore the coat and put blood on it and brought it to their father. They didn’t have to say anything to their father.

If you hand a father a bloody, torn coat, he’s going to come to the conclusion you intend. My son is dead! And if you remember reading about Jacob, you are going to remember that this man mourned almost into the grave. He dressed like a mourner; he behaved like a mourner; and he felt like a mourner. This man nearly died because of the grief that was tearing him apart, and he was wrong the entire time. His feelings were very real. His feelings were very sincere. His feelings were based on a lie and because of that his feelings were misleading him. We see the same thing happening to people today.

When they have their feelings get in the way, their thinking goes out the window. Their reasoning is put to the side. Logic is not used anymore. People will hear what the Bible commands, but because of emotion they will not allow it to rule their lives. ‘I realize that is what it says.’

‘I realize that is what God commands… but...’

Oh how said it is when people throw that three letter word in there when it comes to spiritual matters. If we really understood what heaven and hell are; if we really understood what the judgment of God is all about; if we really understood what is going to take place when we stand before the judgment seat of Christ and what is going to befall us eternally, then we would not our parents, our husband or wife, our children, or anyone else stand in the way of us doing what God tells us to do. In fact, we would drag as many of them with us if we could because we love them and love their souls. We should love our own souls, and we should do what’s right

because it’s right, because God commanded it, and because we will give an account. We should not do what we do spiritually solely based on emotion. There must be reason. There must be logic. There must be law for what we do. I would like to challenge you to look at what you believe and ask yourself is it grounded in God’s Word? Is it grounded in truth? I’d invite you to read a book that has recently been released titled, Muscle and a Shovel by Michael Shank. You can purchase it online, or you can contact me to borrow a copy. In that book, he talks about how he came to discover truth. It details his life story, and it even details how he initially looked at it from a 100% emotional standpoint before realizing what God’s Word truly said.

‘A Night of Hope,’ the 2nd Annual celebration and fundraiser for Gibson County Christian Women’s Job Corp (CWJC) will be held on Tuesday, September 9, at White Hall Baptist Church, 671 Concord-Cades Road, Trenton. Everyone is invited to this night that will include a fashion show, salad supper and silent auction.

Duringthisevent,attendees will learn about the ministry opportunities that they could become a part of. Examples of those opportunities range from volunteering at the ministry’s thrift store, Twice Blessed, or donating money or items to the store, all the way to becoming a Bible Study Teacher, Job Skills Coach or even mentoring a lady who is going through the CWJC Powered for Life/Jobs for Life program.

The volunteers making preparations for the event are excited to contribute their time to plan the fundraiser for this county wide ministry that aims to help women who are in “at risk” circumstances.

The name ‘A Night of Hope’ comes from the ministry goal of aiding women, who may be without

hope, by giving them the love of Jesus, along with life skills that will benefit not only them, but also their families.

For more information visit the Facebook.com page: Twice Blessed Thrift Store Christian Women’s

Job Corp of Gibson County. Look for the ‘Event’ set up on that page with all the Night of Hope details.

You may call 731-8553305 to make your free reservations for the Night of Hope by the September 4th deadline.

READIES THE MICROPHONE - Emcee for A Night of Hope, Rev. Joel Pigg (right), readies his microphone with the help of CWJC Advisory Board President, Cricket Walsmith.

PLANNING - Volunteers planning for A Night of Hope met at the venue, White Hall Baptist Church, Trenton, to discuss details. Pictured left to right: Cricket Walsmith, Karen Brittain, Rhonda Poore, Peggy Bell, Barbara Hunt and Joyce Brown.

Sunday School for Shut-Ins By Mary King When you’re ready please read Philippians 4: 8-9. Think peace, speak peace, meditate on peace, and seek His peace and peace will rule your heart.

It sounds like peace will chase you and that reminds me of God’s words in Deuteronomy 28.

‘And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the Lord thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth; and all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God’ Deuteronomy 28: 1-2 (KJV).

Peace will rule and the blessings of god will tackle us. It’s not surprising that Jesus Himself would say these words; ‘Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God’ Matthew 5:9 (KJV).

Remember the shepherds?

‘And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising

god, and saying Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.’

Luke 2:13-14. (KJV).

We’ve already seen that God made everything good in the beginning (Genesis 1).

God has planned good things for all of us. Gad said; ‘For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give an expected end.; Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV).

God wants us all to put on

the garments of praise. When we stand in praise, we stand with Him and He with us. He inhabits praise (see Isaiah 57: 15. Psalm 9:11; 65:4).

The angels worshipped God in praise (Luke 2:13-14). The angels of heaven announce God’s goodplan to give good will to earth. Now just as in the Garden of Eden, mankind still has freewill. We are free to choose our lives one day and one step at a time. (See Deuteronomy 11:24-27).

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Sports & Education

Gibson County Pioneers opens up football season

BY LORI CATHEY The Gibson County Pioneer football season home opener was played this past Friday night against Union City Tornados.

Union City showed why they are the returning State Champs by taking a 42-6 lead in the first quarter.

The Pioneers, on their third possession of the first quarter, started on the 40yard line. The Pioneers started the drive with a 6yard run from running back Colton McMackin to the 46-yard line. On the next play GC quarterback Jake Siler dropped back to pass and found wide receiver Jercolby Milan down field for a 54-yard touchdown, but the extra point failed.

Union City added two more touchdowns in the second quarter to take a 56-6

lead into the locker room at half time.

The TSSAA mercy rule was applied for the remainder of the game.

The mercy rule is the clock will continuously run when one team gets a 35-point advantage over it’s opponent in the second half.

The Pioneers, on their opening possession of the third quarter, started on the 38-yard line. Second down and 10 quarterback Siler broke loose for a 40-yard run to the 25-yardline. On the next play QB Siler connected with Jonny Lownsdale for a 25-yard touchdown pass.

GC running back McMackin, with a 3-yard run for the two-point conversion, made it 56-14 Union City.

During the final quarter the humidity and temperature of the night took its toll with

players cramping up on the sideline limiting some of the starters playing time.

Gibson County’s last tounchdown was scored by wide receiver Milan who caught a 46-yard pass from quarterback Siler. The extra point was no good giving Union City a 56-20 lead.

Union City added another touchdown for a 62-20 game final.

Gibson County’s offense had 74 yards rushing and 140 yards passing for a total of 214 yards.

Gibson County’s sophomore Josh London was named player of the week. He came off the bench to play defense and led the team with in tackles with six. See GCHS Scoreboard below sponsored by Siler Thornton Agency.

Leading GC in offense

STOPPING THE QUARTERBACK - Pioneer #8 Josh London stops Union City’s quarterback from making a big gain. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

was quarterback Jake Siler completing 5 of 9 passes for 140 yards with three touchdowns and also had 10 carries for 51-yards. Colton McMackin had 10 carries for 26 yards and Tyler Cairnes had two carries for two yards. Jercolby Milan, with two catches for a 100yard with two touchdowns; Johny Lownsdale had a 25yards touchdown reception and Justin Richardson with two catches for 15yards. Defensively Isaac White and Tyler Cairnes each had three tackles and Justin Richardson had two tackles. Gibson County will face Scotts Hill Friday, August 30 at 7 p.m. at Yates Field. It will also be Gibson County’s homecoming and the presentations will be at 6:30 p.m. on the football field.

SILER COMPLETES PASS Gibson County quarterback Jake Siler completes a pass to one of his receivers. completing 5 of 9 passes for 140 yards with three touchdowns and also had 10 carries for 51-yards. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

PIONEER CHEERLEADERS HIT THE FIELD - The Gibson County football cheerleaders run onto the field behind the football team cheering Friday night.

(Photo by Lori Cathey)

GCHS Marching Pioneers hold preview night

FLUTE SECTION – The GCHS Marching Pioneers flute section, Grace Hollis, Abbey Landrum, Makaylan Jackson, Allie Landrum and Libby Thetford, perform during the band preview show. This year’s show is entitled “Uninvited”. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

FIELD SHOW – Members of the GCHS Marching Pioneers are getting really to play the opening number of the field show. (Photo by Jennifer McCaig-Cox)

ENTERTAINMENT - Gibson County’s Marching Pioneer band members Leah Sheets, Hannah Patterson, Garrison Wyrick, Justion Stigler, Jeremy Oliver and Sarah Kirk perform during the preview show. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

COLOR GUARD – Color Guard captain Cassidy Cowan perform during the band preview show last Thursday. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

FIELD COMMANDER – GCHS field commander Maddie Abbott directs the Marching Pioneers during the band preview show last week. (Photo by Lori

GCHS SCOREBOARD PLAYER OF THE WEEK 8/ 27 /2014 Pioneer Jr. Pioneer

CURRENT STANDINGS District 14 A Football High School District 1. Union City 1-0 2. Peabody 0-0 3. Gibson County 0-1 4. Humboldt 0-1 5. Greenfield 0-0

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Jr. High Pioneers have strong showing against Trenton Middle

BY LORI CATHEY The GC Jr. High Pioneers football team played a tough, hard fought game Tuesday night against Trenton Rosenwald Middle School Bears. The Jr. Pioneers lost 20 to 14. The Jr. Pioneers are a much improved football team over last year when they lost 34-8 against Trenton.

Trenton scored their first touchdown with 2:06 left in the first quarter from the half-yard line but the Jr. Pioneer defense kept the Bears from scoring the extra point. Trenton took a 6 to 0 lead.

Gibson County started to move the football down field and faced a fourth down and two yards. Trenton’s defense was called for an off side

penalty to give Jr. Pioneers a first down at the 43 yard line.

Pioneer quarterback Payton Lamberson, with 7:09 left in the second quarter, had a 40yard run for a touchdown to tie the game at 6 all but the extra point failed.

Trenton added another touchdown with 3:48 left in the second quarter and the extra point was good to take a 14 to 6 lead.

Pioneer wide receiver Dontae Holder caught a 35yard pass from quarterback Payton Lamberson to the one-yard line. On the next play Pioneer QB Lamberson, with a quarterback keeper, ran the ball in for a touchdown. Holder caught a pass for the two-point conversion to tie the game at 14 all with 1:58 left in the

WRAP UP – Jr. Pioneer #56 Noah Stafford wraps up a Trenton running back Tuesday night. Stafford had 5 tackles against Trenton. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

first half.

Trenton scored another touchdown with 25 seconds left in the first half to take a 20 to 14 lead going into halftime. The second half was all about defense.

Neither team was able to score and the Jr. Pioneers lost 20 to 14 to Trenton Peabody.

Jr. Pioneers had a total of 211 yards, 137 were rushing and 74 were passing. Jr. Pioneers had eleven first downs.

The Jr. Pioneer Player of the Week is Peyton Lamberson. Lamberson is an eighth grade quarterback and defensive back. He rushed for 60 yards, averaging 6.6 yards per carry with 9 carries. He was 4 of 8 passes for 72-yards

with two touchdowns and a two-point conversion. See GCHS Scoreboard below sponsored by Siler Thornton Agency.

Wide receiver Dontae Holder had three receptions for 72 yards and a twopoint conversion and Cameron McMackin had one reception for 2 yards.

Caden Wiley finished with 3 carries for 34-yards, Colin Warren had 5 carries for 27yards and Ozzie Ricco had 6 carries for 16-yards.

Leading tacklers for the Jr. Pioneers were Ozzie Ricco and Colin Warren each with 6 tackles and Noah Stafford had 5 tackles.

Gibson County Jr. Pioneers next game will be August 28th at 6:30 p.m. at home against Greenfield.

TAKE DOWN - Defensive lineman Jake Patterson tackles a Trenton ball carrier for a loss of yardage during their game last week. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

YORKVILLE/SPING HILL JR. HIGH PIONEER CHEERLEADERS - Yorkville and Spring Hill cheerleaders cheering for the Jr. High Pioneers are (not in order) Sydney Yochum, Aleaha Delgado, Harley Moody, Scarlett Duncan, Hannah Hunt, McKinley Aydlotte, Kira Hooper, Ise Cooper, Krista Davis, Chloe Thompson, Haleigh Haynes, Rebecca Welch, and Sadie Gordon. The squad is sponsored by Tracy Abbott, Michelle Davis and Stacy Yochum.

OPEN TEAMATE – Jr. Pioneers quarterback Payton Lamberson looks for an open teammate during Tuesday night’s game. He was named the Jr. Pioneer Player of the Week He rushed for 60 yards, averaging 6.6 yards per carry with 9 carries. He was 4 of 8 passes for 72-yards with two touchdowns and a twopoint conversion. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

AVOIDS THE TACKLE – Jr. Pioneer Cayden Wylie avoids a tackle to pick up a first down against Trenton.

Wiley finished with 3 carries for 34-yards. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

PIONEERS CENTER - First year junior high center Jackson Pugh snaps the football to the quarterback in the 20 to 14 loss to Trenton Middle School. (Photo

by Lori Cathey)

Kenton School News Kenton School is ready for the 2014-2015 school year. We are very excited to begin a new year with great expectations for our students.

This year we welcome back Ms. Kim Ezelle for her second year as principal.

We have a few new faces this year. Ms. Toni Patton is our new guidance counselor and Ms. Andrea Cottrell is our new music teacher. Ms. Robin McNeil will be in our building this year as our new janitor. We are so excited to

have these people join our team at Kenton School!

We also have new playground equipment and a new gym that was erected this past school year. Thanks to the Kenton School Board for this great improvement to our school.

We are also very proud of the technological improvements that are continually going on in our building. Each classroom is now equipped with student computers and iPods for student use.

We have great news to share. Due to great teachers and staff and great students, we met our district goals in Reading and Math. Our scores grew by double digits in Reading for 3rd and 4th Grades! Our reading scores were the higher than the previous 2 years! We are thrilled with the test results from last year! Kenton School is a great place to be!

There are many great opportunities for you to be involved in Kenton School.

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Selling Mrs. Teresa Stanfill due to health reasons Location: 6135 Terry Rd., Lavinia, TN 38348 (Terry Community)

From Jackson or Huntingdon take Hwy. 70 to Parker Rd. Turn and proceed 3 miles till road T’s and turn left and sale is on left. From Milan take Hwy. 104 through Milan Arsenal and turn left at Hwy. 220 and proceed 3/4 mile to Little Grove Rd. on right. Turn onto Little Grove Rd. and proceed 3 miles to Terry Rd. and sale is on left.

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Running 1718 sq. ft. store building/restaurant in operation since 1909 (last date of operation Sept. 29). Building could have many purposes and is in solid condition and clean. Features include: Updated electrical and plumbing, central heat and air conditioning, 12 x 36 feed storage room, 600 sq. ft. covered front canopy, gas and diesel pumps above ground and operational. Would comfortably seat 50+ people for dining, paved parking area, covered rear canopy, lots of storage areas.

Building and Real Estate sells at 4:00 pm regardless of price To View Real Estate Prior to Sale or for Questions on Real Estate Call Darrell Ridgely 731-987-2847.

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Competitive Wages and Benefits, E.O.E. Drug Free Workplace www.dyernursinghome.com SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by a Deed of Trust executed on August 25, 2008, by William Curtis and Britni Curtis to W. Kent Jones of the Jones Law Firm, Trustee, for the benefit of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as sole nominee for Franklin American Mortgage Company and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee, in Book 929, Page 946; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Federal National Mortgage Association (“FNMA”) and WHEREAS, Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America, as the holder of the Note for which debt is owed, (“Note Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Priority Trustee Services of TN, LLC, as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed or to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5-117, not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Note Holder, and that the undersigned, Priority Trustee Services of TN, LLC, Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, September 18, 2014, commencing at 12:00 p.m. at the South Door of the Gibson County Courthouse location in Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Gibson County, Tennessee, to wit: Situated in the 1st Civil District, Gibson County, Tennessee, and further described as follows: Being Lot No. 2, Section I, Twin Cove Subdivision, a plat of which appears of record in Plat Cabinet B, Slide B-25, in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee, reference to which plat is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot showing its location and the length and direction of its boundary lines.

Subject to any and all restrictions, covenants or setback lines which run with Twin Cove Subdivision. For Title see Book 929, Page 944, Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 116 Mays Street, Medina, TN 38355 CURRENT OWNER(S): William Curtis and Britni Curtis The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. Substitute Trustee will only convey any interest he/she may have in the property at the time of sale. Property is sold “as is, where is.” For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-1-1433(c)(1).

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee.

The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. PRIORITY TRUSTEE SERVICES OF TN, LLC 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, Georgia 30329 Web Site: www. rcolegal.com TS#: 1R333814 FEI # 2013.01787 08/20/2014, 08/27/2014, 09/03/2014

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The Tri-City Reporter, Wednesday, August 27, 2014, Page 11

DOUBLES WINNERS - Kenny Cole and Jo Vinyard were the winners of the Yorkville International Washer Pitchin’ doubles competition.

SINGLES WINNER Dickie Tinkle was the winner of the singles competition.

SHERIFF-ELECT - Rodney Wright (left) introduced the opening ceremony guest speaker for the washer pitchin’ contest, sheriff-elect Paul Thomas (right).

Thomas also threw out the first washer for the event.

State Representative Curtis Halford also attended the event. (photo by Gina Hudgins)

OPENING CEREMONY - Yorkville Fire Chief Jon Murray welcomed the crowd at the opeing ceremony for the 21st Annual Yorkville International Washer Pitchin’ contest held August 16th. Yorkville Mayor John ‘Bubba’ Higdon, Sheriff-elect Paul Thomas, State Representative Curtis Halford and new Gibson County Trustee Dana Davidson were among those participating in the opening ceremony.

RUNNER UP - Stan Welch came in second in the singles competition.

NEW SIGN - The City of Yorkville purchased a new sign for the Yorkville CIty Park, where the Washer PItchin’ contest is held annually. The metal sign features the old cattle barn that used to stand on the site of the community center. (photo by Gina Hudgins)

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JUNIORS CONTEST WINNERS - Winners of the juniors competition in the Yorkville Intl.’ Washer Pitchin’ Contest are (from left) Chloe Reynoldsfirst place, Caleb Reynolds-second place, Carleigh

Reynolds-third place and Lynleigh Cobb-fourth place. The Reynolds children are siblings and have practiced pitching washers all summer. It seems to have paid off. (photo by Gina Hudgins)

Yorkville holds 21st pitchin’ contest from page 1 for coming out to support the Yorkville Fire Department.

Dr. Steven Murray gave

the invocation. Kasey Harris sang the ‘National Anthem.’ Yorkville Mayor John ‘Bubba’ Higdon

THOMAS - Newly elected GC Sheriff Paul Thomas was the guest speaker at the opening ceremony of the washer pitchin’ contest.

HARRIS - Kasey Harris sang the ‘National Anthem’ for the opening ceremony of the 21st Annual Intl.’ Washer Pitchin’ Contest.

thanked the Yorkville Fire Department firemen for the many things they do for the community. He expressed his appreciation to everyone who came out to support the event. Higdon introduced State Representative Curtis Halford, Dana Davidson and Rodney Wright.

Wright introduced the guest speaker, sheriff-elect Paul Thomas. Thomas got the washer pitchin’ event started by throwing out the first washer of the 21st annual contest.

Murray reported approximately 108 single players in the competition and around 60 teams participating in the doubles competition. Taking top honors in the singles competition was Dickie Tinkle. Stan Welch came in second place. First place team winners were Jo Vinyard and Kenny Close.

PITCHIN’ WASHERS - Contestants pitch washers on the course of the Yorkville Intl.’ Washer Pitchin Contest while the judges keep track of scores. (photo by Gina Hudgins)

The International Washer Pitchin’ Contest has a tradition of paying $100 for a quad. A quad is when a pitcher lands all four washers in the hole. This year their were two quads scored. Seth Melton and Caleb Reynolds both scored all four washers and received $100 each. Murray said it is very unusual to have two quads in one event.

All kinds of refreshment were available including hamburgers, barbecue, barbecue bologna, hot dogs, ice cream, sno-cones and drinks.

“Thanks to all our sponsors and volunteers that helped make the event a success. Proceeds from this event will go toward future needs of the Yorkville Fire Department,” said Chief Murray.

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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR – Shelby Kee, chamber director, presented Brandon Newman the Young Professional of the Year Award at the Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of Commerce Business & Industry Appreciation Banquet last week.

Newman is an attorney and partner at Newman & Webb in Trenton.

TRAILBLAZER OF THE YEAR – Sherry Vaughn, of Dyer, was overcome with emotion when Shelby Kee, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, presented her the Trailblazer of the Year Award at the chamber banquet held last week. The award honors a chamber volunteer.

EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR – Shane Jacobs, Algebra teacher and assistant football coach at Peabody High School, received the Educator of the Year Award at the Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of Commerce banquet last week. Sandra Harper, Director of the Trenton Special School District, presented the award.

Chamber honors north Gibson County’s best from page 1 want to do,” he said. “I was very fortunate.”

Davis left Gibson County at the age of 17 and joined the Navy.

“I decided I had seen all the cotton patches I could stand,” he said.

But after his stint in the Navy, Davis knew there was only one place he would call home.

“Gibson County is the best place there is,” he said.

“We’ve got the best farmers in the country in Gibson County.”

Davis and his son Doug accepted the award from their neighbor Chamber President Debbie McDaniel.

McDaniel said she didn’t serve on the awards committee this year but was thrilled to see her neighbors win.

“They have provided employment and training opportunities for many people throughout the years,” McDaniel said.

Gerald Davis said that four of his grandsons have

worked at the garage.

“I’ve got a great-grandson who thinks he runs the place,” he joked.

Other nominees for the Business of the Year Award were Highway 45 Salvage in Trenton and Hometown Pharmacy in Medina and Milan.

Person of the Year Gibson County’s Person of the Year Tom Lannom, of Dyer, keeps a full plate of church and civic responsibilities.

“I don’t know how he doesn’t just want to take a nap,” said Shelby Kee, Executive Director of the chamber.

He is the youth deacon at Trenton church of Christ, works with Dyer Little League, and is a member of the Dyer PTO and PAC. He has served on the Dyer city council and was recently elected to the Gibson County Special School District Board of Trustees. Lannom is a member of the Dyer Lions Club and is current president of the Trenton

Healthcare Foundation. He also volunteers with the Northwest Gibson County YMCA. Lannom credited his wife for supporting his volunteerism and said each organization offers him an opportunity to serve others.

“I’ve tried to take as many opportunities as I can,” he said.

Brandon Newman and Bob Wilson were also nominated for the Person of the Year Award.

Educator of the Year Sandra Harper, Director of the Trenton Special School District, presented the Educator of the Year Award to Shane Jacobs, an algebra teacher and assistant football coach at Peabody High School.

Jacobs interviewed for a coaching position in 2012.

Principal Tim Haney, who conducted the interview, asked Harper to come meet Jacobs.

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of knowledge of teaching and learning and his passion for kids,” Harper said. “I knew he was the person we needed at Peabody.”

Jacobs received his Bachelor’s degree from Lambuth University in 2006.

He added a Master’s degree in 2008, a Specialist degree in 2010 and completed his doctorate in 2012.

“He’s a highly energetic young man,” Harper said.

In his short time at Peabody, students in Jacobs’ Algebra I classes have excelled. In 2014, Jacobs’ students placed second in the state in the percentage of students (94 percent) scoring Proficient/ Advanced on the End of Course test.

“He’s very efficient,” Harper said. “He uses the data and analyzes it. He gives it to his students, and they talk about it.”

Jacobs is in his third year at Peabody. He spent seven years in the Madison County school district. He is married to the former Merideth Richardson, a teacher and coach in the Bradford Special School District.

They have two children, Dean and McKaren.

“I want to do for kids what some teachers and coaches did for me when I was growing up,” Jacobs said. “The kids here have a lot of promise and potential.

We have great kids here in Gibson County.”

Young Professional of the Year Brandon Newman, of Medina, won the Young Professional of the Year Award.

Newman attended law school at the University of Mississippi and graduated in 2006. While in school, he served as pastor in a small Baptist church.

Newman said that in a job interview, a potential employer asked him when he had been most content.

Newman remembered riding around Gibson County with his grandfather and said those memories helped steer him back to his home county where he practices law and is a partner at Newman & Webb

in Trenton.

He and partner James (Jimbo) Webb use social media like Facebook to support and sponsor community events. They often buy out local theaters on opening night of Hollywood blockbusters and give tickets away on Facebook. The evenings sometimes include music and other family-friendly activities before the show.

“He has so many different things that he has been involved in,” Kee said.

Newman and his wife Amber have a son, Andy.

“I really appreciate this,” Newman said in accepting the award.

Trailblazer of the Year The Trailblazer of the Year Award honors a chamber volunteer.

“Trailblazers do so much for the chamber which means they do so much for the community,” Kee said.

She presented the award to Sherry Vaughn, of The Victory 93.7, who has been involved with the Christian Women’s Job Corps, Relay for Life in Milan, and the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse.

Vaughn, her husband Kenny, and mother Margie Lee live in Dyer.

“This is an honor,” a surprised and emotional Vaughn said.

The appreciation banquet was held at Pinecrest Golf Course in Dyer. Chad Karnes and Brian Bain provided entertainment, and Gibson’s Grill catered the meal.

“We have wonderful businesses, wonderful industry, wonderful people, and wonderful communities in Gibson County,” Kee said. “Life is good in Gibson County.”

Prior to the banquet, teams competed in the annual chamber golf tournament.

Special golf awards were given to Jimmy Porter, closest to the pin on No. 5; Chad Davis, closest to the pin on No. 9; Charles Phillips, closest to the pin on No. 11, and Chris Younger, closest to the pin on No. 15.

Jimmy Tate won the longest drive competition.

Special prize sponsors were Gibson Electric Membership Corporation, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Gibson County Utility District, First State Bank in Kenton, and Clark Distributing.

The chamber sold 185 golf balls for the Golf Ball Drop fundraiser. Hospital Wings flew a helicopter over the practice green at Pinecrest and dropped two buckets containing the golf balls. The ball rolling closest to the hole was No. 140, purchased by Ailene Sullivan, Sullivan won $250 from Phelan-Estes Insurance in Trenton.

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Second Flight Winners – Farmers & Merchants Bank of Dyer represented by Joel Reynolds, Joe Elliott, James Brasfield, and Ben Hayes.

Second Place – City of Trenton represented

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SECOND PLACE AWARD - Josh Gibson, of Carroll Bank & Trust, accepted his team’s second place award at the chamber golf tournament.

Gibson, Drew Gibson, Adam White, and Larry Quinn shot 54.

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FIRST FLIGHT WINNERS – Joey Spellings, Stan Welch, Mickey Stafford, and Travis Baggett represented J&B Motors and won first place in their flight in the Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of Commerce golf tournament held at Pinecrest Golf Course in Dyer last week. The foursome shot 53 in the best-ball tourney.

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