The Leader 10.11.12

THE LEADER THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2012 ▪ VO L . 1 2 8 , N O. 3 8 ▪ T H E VO I C E O F TIPTON COUNTY S I N C E 1 8 8 6 ▪

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CHS, Mack rise to the challenge, win big at state level

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com MUNFORD – Mayor Dwayne Cole wants to be clear when he says neither he nor fire chief Alan Barkelew is extorting money.

“The whole scenario developed into a situation that was an overreaction on the chief’s part,” said Cole. “I really feel like it’s been blown out of proportion.”

A complaint was filed with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Monday, accusing the mayor and fire chief of threatening the jobs of firefighters if they did not pay a $10 fee.

The fee request was reported to be in response MUNFORD MAYOR to damage to a DWAYNE COLE nightstand in the new fire station, however Cole said that was not the extent of the damage. Firefighters – both full-time and their volunteer counterparts – were asked to pay the fee because no one would confess to causing the damage.

Karen Cichon, whose son has been with the department for 14 years, said her husband Robert filed the complaint with the TBI. “What bothers me is that he had to pay to keep his job,” she said. “How much will it be next time?”

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Jones family wants justice for slain son

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com After it was reported the Jones family had forgiven their son’s killer, and wanted him released, the family has come forward and said this is not so.

“He needs to definitely pay for what he did,” said James Jones, Sr. of Daniel Farrow, the 21-year-old charged with the fatal shooting that ended his namesake’s life.

“I don’t know why he would do that to my son.”

James Jones Jr., a 2012 Brighton High School graduate, was last seen alive on Tuesday, Sept.

25. The next day his JONES JR. car was found at an abandoned metal building on Hwy. 179 in the Charleston community.

Farrow was arrested that evening and charged with shooting Jones Jr. and dumping his body in a field on Lindsey Road.

Further, the family would like to clarify the relationship between the victim and the accused.

“They are not cousins,” said a family member.

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Above, Covington High School Principal Peggy Murdock and junior Rolanda Mack, who won the statewide essay contest, hold their awards while posing for a photo with algebra teacher Marlon Heaston at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Monday. Photo courtesy David Dowell

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com If you bragged about Covington High School, and junior Rolanda Mack, being the best in the state you wouldn't be too far off.

At the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Monday night, CHS principal Peggy Murdock and Mack received 2012 State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) prizes, an award that celebrates student improvement and innovation.

"I'm very proud of our teachers for doing the hard job of teaching high school and I'm very proud of our students for doing what they know they ought to do," Murdock said. "They have a responsibility to themselves and to the school to do their very best and are rising to the challenge, which is what this award is all about."

The winners – three schools and one school district from the entire state of Tennessee – were recognized for dramatically improving student achievement.

The prize event, attended by educators, parents, students, and other stakeholders, included remarks from Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam, SCORE Chairman and former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, Tennessee Commissioner of Education Kevin Huffman, SCORE President and CEO Jamie Woodson, and video remarks from U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. The evening concluded with a performance by award-winning singer/songwriter Phil Vassar.

“Our ultimate goal is that every student graduates from high school prepared for college and the workforce,” SCORE Chairman Bill Frist said. “These schools and districts are proof points for what works in making progress towards that goal. This is a night to celebrate the success of teachers, principals, administrators, parents, and most importantly, students.”

The 2012 SCORE Prize winners are: • Elementary: John Sevier Elemen-

tary, Maryville City Schools • Middle: Rose Park Math and Science Magnet, Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools • High: Covington High School, Tipton County Schools • District: Hamblen County Schools The SCORE Prize awards $10,000 to the elementary, middle, and high school and $25,000 to one district in Tennessee that have most dramatically improved student achievement.

Winners were chosen in a two-step process. The first stage identified finalists through a weighted criteria selection process that took into account TVAAS growth and TCAP improvement. This process also factored in attendance rates and socioeconomic status. College-readiness data, such as ACT and college-going rates, were considered for high schools and districts.

The second stage consisted of site visits to the finalists to document the SEE SCORE, PAGE A3

Edwards, state leader and public servant, dies at 59 Emmett Artway Edwards, the soft-spoken, humble gentleman public servant and business man who was a friend, advisor and confidant to governors, legislators, mayors, members of Congress, and a former Vice President of the United States, died peacefully Monday, surrounded by family and friends at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

The cause was complications from lung cancer. He was 59.

Mr. Edwards was an immensely private man, who, while carefully guarding his personal time, managed to greatly enrich everyone

he came to know. For many years his name would be found on the short guest list for almost every significant public and private affair throughout the state, and, to those who knew him best, he was admired for his skill in being able to execute appearances and early departures from events with ease and grace, leaving many thankful they had spent time with him. His friends number in legions.

An imposing figure, Mr. Edwards stood at 6 feet 4 inches, always dressed appropriately for the occasion, exuding great confidence, measured by a warm smile and a firm two-handed grip

for both friend and stranger. His accomplishments span a lifetime. Oblivious to color or creed, Mr. Edwards holds the distinction of being a pioneer in overcoming race barriers that still existed in secondary education and government.

Born in Covington, Tennessee, in May of 1953, Mr. Edwards graduated in his high school’s first racially integrated class, and later attended the University of Tennessee at Martin. There he became its most beloved figure on campus, familiar to all through his photography for the student yearbook, his tutoring and work in science laboratories, his A GIVER

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leadership as a student government officer, and many other activities. He served as a Student Counselor to the President of the UT system, and later became the SEE EDWARDS, PAGE A3

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The leaves may be turning and a chill is finally settling into the air after a hot summer, but splishing and splashing in water is still on the minds of Munford's city leaders.

Last week Sen. Mark Norris (R-Collierville) announced the city was one of three Tipton County cities who were recipients of local park and recreation fund grants that would create a splash park on Munford-Drummonds Road near Plum Tree Circle.

"This is a feature that is specifically for young children and disabled children and adults," said Munford Mayor Dwayne Cole. "It will fully utilize this property."

The grants include $250,000 for a new playground at Nancy Lane Park in Atoka and $250,000 for land acquisition, walking trail development, a splash pad and picnic tables at Munford Hope Park. The third grant is $250,000 to develop an amphitheater at Pond Park in Atoka. It will

also be used to help fund Phase 1 of a multi-use trail at Cobb Parr Park in Covington.

"These grants will make a tremendous difference in moving these projects forward," said Leader Norris who supported the applications.

"I appreciate the efforts of our local officials who were instrumental in securing these funds and Governor Haslam without whom this would not have been possible," said Norris who spoke with Mayors Gordon, Cole, Walker and Huffman about the awards earlier this week. "They were very excited, especially in this economy, that we are able to return taxpayers' dollars to the communities where they belong for projects they deem worthy. I'm proud to represent them," said Norris who has represented Tipton County since 2000.

Munford is using the value of the land, instead of cash, as the match for its grant.

Last year the Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted to apply for a grant that would have put a walking trail on the property, which

is currently occupied by the House of Hope.

The city was awarded the grant but declined because city leaders did not want to use cash as the match.

"This is a much better opportunity than the other grant," said Cole.

The park – which will be called Hope Park and remain the location of the House of Hope – will be a low-impact project, the mayor said.

It will include a walking track and splash pad, which will not require lifeguards, and will be completely compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements.

He anticipates the project will be completed by next summer.

“Our parks are a very important part of our communities,” added Norris. “They not only serve as wonderful outdoor space for our citizens, but have a beneficial financial impact by inviting visitors to our communities. I am pleased these grants have been awarded.”

Cole said a public input meeting will be held before plans are finalized.

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“Two Tenors of Tipton County” Donald Cole a life time resident of Tipton County stopped in to visit with Emerson. Don has been married to Karen Cole for 32 years and they attend Poplar Grove United Methodist Church. He is “Pop” to two wonderful granddaughters and he enjoys barbecuing and has been a judge for Memphis in May he also built his own smoker.

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By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com A group representing the Charleston Volunteer Fire Department attended a meeting of the Tipton County General Welfare meeting Monday with a petition signed by 807 people asking the county to condemn the property that the department currently leases.

Fire department officials have made an offer to buy the property, but have received no response.

There has been a dispute as to the length of the lease. The property changed ownership recently.

“If the fire department has to move, it will lose its ISO rating,” said county commissioner John McIntyre. “That would mean hundreds of dollars more the residents would have to pay on fire insurance.”

McIntyre said there are plans to buy a new pumper for the station, but the future home of the department needs to

be secured before that could happen.

During the following meeting of the Tipton County Legislative Body, commissioner Bob Wilson said county attorney David Owen will look into the legalities of condemning the property and report back to the commissioners next month.

In other matters: • Commissioner Quincy Barlow reported that insurance premiums for county employees will rise an average of 2.5 percent for next year.

Employees have until November to decide whether or not to sign up for coverage.

Barlow also reported that bonus checks for county employees will be distributed in November. The checks went out at different times for different departments previously.

• Discussions will take place in the near future about renovations to the court house, including painting and gutter work, Barlow said.

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He said funding for that project will come out of the 2013-14 budget.

• Bennie Carver, Aurora Warmath and Lessie Fisher were appointed to the Tipton County 911 Board.

• Sheriff Pancho Chumley reported the following statistics for September: 400 civil warrants and subpoenas served, 230 Sheriff's Office arrests, 112 other agency arrests, 3,367 calls responded to, 9,343 miles driven, 141 average daily inmate population, 168 high daily population and 129 low daily population.

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Continued from A1 policies and practices that have enabled them to make significant gains in student achievement.

Covington High School serves 790 students in grades 9 through 12. Seventy-two percent of the school’s student population is economically disadvantaged.

The school has signifi-

Jones cantly contributed to its students’ performance on the Algebra I End of Course exam, posting a three-year average TVAAS score of 50.7. Between 2009 and 2010, the school’s college going rate increased 10 percentage points to 63 percent.

Murdock said no plans had yet been made for

the prize money.

"We didn't want to curse ourselves," she said. "The best place for the money would be in professional development or technology, something that will definitely make a difference in the lives of these kids."

One of the highlights of the evening came when

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first student administrative assistant to the Chancellor of UT-Martin. Mr. Edwards was nominated by fellow students to serve as the first student from UT-Martin and the second student ever on the University of Tennessee Board of Trustees. Mr. Edwards was the UT Board of Trustees’ first African-American member.

After working for Congressman Ed Jones of Tennessee’s 8th District, Mr. Edwards entered the world of business, starting and managing a computer services company in Knoxville. Mr. Edwards also held key management positions in the creation and execution of the successful 1982 World Fair.

In 1987, he was called into public service by Governor Ned McWherter, under whom he held positions of leadership, both in the Tennessee Department of Education and as Assistant Commissioner in the Tennessee Department of Labor. When Bill Purcell was elected Mayor of Nashville, Mr. Edwards was asked to serve as part of the city’s economic development team. In 2000, Mr. Edwards served in the national headquarters as an advisor to the presidential campaign of Vice President Al Gore.

In recent years, Mr. Edwards has served the current administration of Nashville Mayor Karl Dean with great distinction as the Executive Director of the Metropolitan Sports Authority, overseeing complex and challenging matters involving the Bridgestone Arena, LP Field and its tenants, including the NFL’s Tennessee Titans and the NHL’s Nashville Predators. He was greatly loved and admired by all who worked at both facilities.

Mr. Edwards was also involved in many other important civic and charitable causes over the years.

In recent weeks, a small group of friends and family descended on his home in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville to make preparations for what they hoped would be Mr. Edwards’ recovery. They discovered thousands of books lining shelves and stacked on floors, demonstrating the voracious appetite he possessed for the

written word. In his personal library were found the classics, biographies of public leaders, and western novels.

Also discovered among his possessions were a trove of fly fishing rods and reels, which revealed yet another of his semisecret passions, this one for escaping to the serenity of remote streams and rivers in Tennessee, the South, and even Alaska and Canada to replenish his spirit.

Though one of Tennessee’s Democratic leaders and devoutly so, Mr. Edwards enjoyed the company of many friends in both political parties, including leading Republicans from Knoxville to Memphis. And he reveled in the company of his expansive family, which includes his surviving mother, LaVerne Epps Edwards, and his six siblings, Marsha Edwards (Washington, DC), Stella Edwards (San Antonio, Texas), William Edwards (Covington), Mattie (Andrew) Edwards Kemp (Portsmouth, Rhode Island), Lynda Edwards (Washington, DC), and Keith (Angel) Edwards (Cincinnati, Ohio). He is also survived by his nephew Drew Kemp, his godson Ben Herron, and many others he considered family, including the children and grandchildren of his longtime friend and companion Debbie Julianna, a strong, compassionate woman who was the light that held him to this earth in his final weeks of life.

Services for Mr. Edwards will be in Nashville and Covington. The first will be a celebration of life on Thursday, October 11th, at 11 AM at the Metropolitan Interdenominational Church, 2128 11th Avenue North in Nashville. There will also be a graveside service later in Covington. Visitation will be at the church in Nashville on Wednesday, October 10th from 5 PM – 7 PM, and on Thursday from 10 AM until services. More information can be found by contacting Barlow Funeral Home at 901-476-9675 in Covington.

Instead of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to The Emmett Edwards Scholarship Fund and sent to P.O. Box 5, Dresden, TN 38225, for disadvantaged young people to attend UT-Martin or UT-Knoxville.

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Rolanda Mack was announced as the "Students Rise to the Challenge" winner, beating other student entrants from all over the state.

Students were asked to write about innovation in their classrooms and Mack read her winning essay in front of the audience. In it, she wrote about Deborah Walker, a drama/dance teacher from Covington Integrated Arts Academy, saying, "a teacher who doesn't give up or lose faith in you, but instead guides you, motivates

you, then watches as you grow, is what every student should find in every teacher."

"We are so very, very excited for her," Murdock said. "You really realize what education is all about from the student perspective."

On Twitter, Kerry Hayes (@Kerry901), a public relations director with the Memphis firm Doug Carpenter & Associates, said, "Awesome to see West TN represented by such a poised, thoughtful young lady."

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Continued from A1 On Friday, when news of the request became public fodder for debate through Facebook, Cole told Action News 5’s Jason Miles he was supportive of Barkelew.

And Cichon has a problem with that.

“If Mayor Cole is 100 percent behind Alan, we have a problem,” she said. “Extortion is the only word you can use.”

Cichon said her son told her firefighters thought the request was a joke at first. She is concerned the issue will damage morale and result in turnover at the department, which is already struggling with having not enough personnel.

“We’ve got good people willing to stick around,” she said. “It’s time to put a stop to this. We don’t want Munford to be a joke.”

Cole maintains the situation wasn’t an attempt to extort money from firefighters.

“Really, this is an internal issue regarding proper care of equipment and personal responsibility,” he said Monday.

Money has been returned to the firefighters.

TBI spokesperson Kristin Helm said the agency is not currently investigating the matter.

Continued from A1 The families are neighbors, both living on Whitehorn Road in Covington.

Farrow was arraigned in Tipton County General Sessions Court on Oct. 1. Charges include felony first-degree murder, tampering with evidence, abuse of a corpse and theft.

He is currently in custody at the county’s correctional facility and is being held without bond while attorneys decide whether or not he will face the death penalty.

Farrow is set to make another appearance in court on Friday.

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OUR VIEW

It’s good to see growth For many years this county was sustained on the overwhelming growth, both residentially and commercially, within its borders as a result of a booming economy.

In fact, The Leader once published monthly real estate guides as well as an annual “Progress” supplement to keep the community informed of, and to celebrate, the growth that was taking place in Tipton County.

But, with the recession and housing crisis, that growth slowed and the jobless rate went through the roof. In a county whose majority is made largely of blue collar workers, the recession was devastating and growth became a thing of the past.

If you were to take a drive through this county now, however, you’ll see a new Applebee’s is under construction in Covington, a new Dairy Queen in Atoka. A Papa John’s and a Japanese restaurant will both soon open in Atoka and the city has recently announced plans to expand Walker Park. Across the highway, Munford has just received a grant to build a splash park on Munford-Drummonds Road.

These are just a few examples that illustrate that this county is growing once again. It’s not on the same scale as it once was, but it’s still a great thing to see.

Get over it: Republicans need to unite

In 2001, a period when the nation united following 9-11, the Tipton County Republican Party fell apart into two factions. I was recalled to active duty, so missed all the drama, but keeping a close relationship with both factions, I was aware of the issues and dynamics involved.

Here we are, 11 years later and these old grievances are still fresh in the minds and actions of some. I do not do Facebook, but friends and family keep me abreast of the banter that goes on back and forth and frankly I find much of it childish, in poor taste, very unsportsman, and not very Republican.

The interesting thing is that both factions claim Ronald Reagan as their model Republican, but I think he would be very disturbed by the actions of some of our Republicans in the way they tend to “eat their own.” Reagan said something like just because their only 80% with us, it does not make them 100 percent SOB (son-of-a-biscuit).

I know folks from both factions and what is amazing is that both are almost identical on the issues, have worked hard for the party and its candidates, and want the same thing for our state and country. It makes no sense. When we need to unite the most, many Republicans in Tipton County fight each other with an energy that is not rational.

When Tony Lopez ran against Jimmy Naifeh in 2002, we had some who broke from the Republican Party after he was elected the County Chairman worked aggressively against J IM HARDIN him. Tony almost beat Naifeh, and I can’t help but wonder if the Republicans had been united around Tony, would Lopez have won?

No matter how much personal angst some had at Tony, it was not worth helping Jimmy Naifeh stay in office.

I realize many Tipton County Republicans were not supporters of Mitt Romney. Folks, he’s our candidate and we need to support him. In the race for District 81, Debbie Moody won the nomination. There are some from the 2001 faction who broke from the party who can’t get over the fact that she stayed with the party and supported Tony Lopez as its chairman.

Tough—that is the way it is and taking your ball and doing your own thing is not the answer. Divided, we are much easier conquered. I supported Terry Mullins in that race. Now it’s time for the two of the three men defeated by Moody who have yet to call or meet with her to step up as gentleman and Republicans and support their party’s candidate (More on this race next week).

I was not always on the winning side in my church when we voted on issues or projects. Still, when my church made a decision I worked to help support and implement a decision, even when I voted against it. I take the same approach in party politics. Unless the winning side is compromising first principles or values, I will support them. I believe our Republican candidates, though not always perfect, are generally with or all of our conservative values.

This should be a banner year for Republicans in the nation and in Tennessee. If we can unite as we should there is no reason we cannot win the Presidency, the U.S. Senate and gain larger majorities in Tennessee.

As Benjamin Franklin once said: “We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately.”

Let’s hang together!

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I never did ‘figger’ out how Momma could cook the catheads correctly. Why? Well, the green door on the old stove was cock-eyed requiring a good slam each closing. Additionally, the heat control knob was slightly cracked and fall off the stob occasionally landing on the back eye.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A good principal

population that will likely vote to retain their government dependency. Vice-President Biden told a large crowd of African-Americans recently, “they want to put you back in chains!” He obviously was referring to a return to slavery as he mocked the conservatives’ term “return”. At the Democratic National Convention one of the speakers declared. “the car has a “D” for drive and “R” for reverse.

The Republicans want to go backwards. They want the car to be in reverse. We want to go forward!”

Like the aggravation with the plow it becomes necessary at times to back up, correct the problem and “R”esume the task. Conservatives are not advocating a return to the days of slavery. We are not advocating a return to 40 years ago when, then President Lyndon Baines Johnson, and other Democrats still used the “N” word, unkindly referring to their supporters. Instead, we need only to “back the mule to where the plow came out of the ground. We need only to take a short (6 year) step backwards and examine our situation.

By doing so we see a spending spree began during the last two years of the Bush administration and vastly expanded during the entire Obama administration. We see a frustrating war effort that needs to end. We see bad legislation regarding healthcare that needs to be repealed and correctly reformed. We see global disre-

Dear editor, A good principal has been a teacher. A good principal sets her own high standards. A good principal knows teachers are only part of what make a school run. A good principal loves and trusts the public schools where she works. A good principal worries in private, ignores the surreal and finds a way to get things done. A good principal leads by example.

Mrs. Vicki Shipley at Munford Middle School embodies all of these traits. She maintains a firm hand and yet a sympathetic ear.

In all our travels across this great country, she is hands down the best school administrator we have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. In an environment where it increasingly the teachers fault for bad grades or behavior, it is refreshing to know someone that will listen and collaborate with the parents that are willing to take an active role in their child’s education. Thank you, Mrs. Shipley.

Keep up the excellent work. It is appreciated by many.

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ers of our generation remember the aggravations that came with plowing with a mule. As he would likely say, “there were many concerns to be addressed to consummate a well-plowed field”. One of those concerns or aggravations occurred when the plow would inadvertently surface and slide unproductively till the mule stopped. It was necessary to back the animal and the plow to the point of expulsion, correct the problem and re-engage the plow.

With this visual, please bear with me as we examine the political rhetoric about the ongoing presidential election campaigns.

Conservatives say, “We need to take back our country”, “return to strict constitutional governance, “return to a free-enterprise society, encouraging individualism with less government intervention”. Conversely, liberals seem to take issue with the term “return”.

They interpret those inferences as reversing, or going backwards.

Liberals maintain we should continue our present course of “social justice” to solve the economic woes. Their answers contain elements of a larger, more intrusive federal government; redistribution of the wealth; more food stamps; increased entitlements and unregulated government handouts.

Though he could have said it more kindly, Mitt Romney accurately evaluated the present mindset of some Obama supporters.

There is a large percentage of the

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LETTERS

Continued from A4 spect and lack of trust for our country caused by an apologetic president determined to reduce our prestige and position as a world leader. We see a credit rating problem based on our continued unwise spending. We see a continued unemployment crisis and excessive gas prices. We sense an unhealthy divisiveness among us perpetrated by self-serving politicians spewing hateful class warfare.

We need a new president! We need a president who will lead us to correct these “aggravations.” Let us, as Americans – Republicans, Democrats, and Independents –unite as we place the plow back in the ground and resume plowing this beautiful field. Your vote for Mitt Romney will help sow a crop of bountiful liberty that will be harvested by our children and grandchildren.

Bill Wallace, Covington

Bread and circuses Dear editor, We have been basically a two-party system for many years in these United States. If you’re like me, you have become disillusioned and discouraged with both parties many times and particularly in today’s climate.

It seems that our representatives have gotten the idea that the people are more concerned with “Bread and Circuses.”

You know: send them to Nashville or Washington, D.C., have them get as much of the bread (money) as they can and bring it home, while we go to the circus to be entertained. When did this happen? And why? Maybe it’s because we don’t show much concern for the issues anymore.

Today, because we think we need new blood in the body to fight the

Under arrest

The following persons were booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility during the week of Sept. 30-Oct.6.

▪ Ballard Jr., Smith, 52, domestic assault x 2, Sept.

30, CPD ▪ Baskerville, Delve Giorafeal, 21, domestic assault, Oct. 3, TCSO ▪ Becton, Steven Antone, 28, theft, Oct. 2, TCSO ▪ Boullion, Amanda Grace, 23, del. of cocaine, poss. without prescription; Oct. 6, TCSO ▪ Brown, Gerald Terrell, 31, simple poss. marijuana x 2, noise violation, no insurance; Oct. 1, CPD ▪ Brown, Jason Deshun, 28, failure to pay child support x 2, Oct. 5, CPD ▪ Carroll, Sean Patrick, 46, domestic assault, Oct. 4, APD ▪ Churchill, Danny Michael, 21, agg. assault with injury, Sept. 30, MUPD ▪ Churchill, Michael Shon, 41, agg. assault with injury, Sept. 30, MUPD ▪ Cooper, Leah Anne, 25, driving on rev/canc./susp. license, Oct. 1, TCSO ▪ Cox, Marcus Deon, 24, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, light law; Oct. 1, TCSO ▪ Croom, James Michael, 30, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct; Sept.

30, CPD ▪ Dean, Corey Harvey, 36, disorderly conduct, Sept.

30, CPD ▪ Dodd, Carol Denise, 47, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, no insurance, signal for turns; Sept. 30, TCSO ▪ Dupree, Stacey Lynn, 29, failure to pay child support x 2, Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Edmondson, Donnie

Gene, 37, failure to appear, Oct. 1, CPD ▪ Elkins, Derrick Darrell, 30, domestic asssault, Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Fayne, John Walter, 32, felony evading arrest, DUI first offense, reckless driving, implied consent law; Sept. 30, CPD ▪ Fields, Kristen Alicia, 31, evading arrest, criminal trespass, vandalism; Oct. 5, MPD ▪ Flowers, Deandre Dejuan, 19, agg. robbery, agg. assault with injury; Oct. 2, CPD ▪ Flowers, Deangelo Antwon, 19, agg. robbery, agg. assault with injury; Oct. 2, CPD ▪ Flowers, Nikita Cerew, 23, agg. robbery, agg. assault with injury; Oct. 2, CPD ▪ Freeman, Rodney Dewayne, 29, domestic assault, Oct. 5, CPD ▪ Garner, Brandon Lee, 28, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license x 2, no insurance, registration law; Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Gibson, Sky Leann, 24, theft under $500, Oct. 5, TCSO ▪ Gilliam, Milton, 46, failure to pay child support, Oct. 5, TCSO ▪ Gude, Pandora Lakey, 24, theft under $500, Oct. 5, TCSO ▪ Hall, Michelle Page, 40, worthless check x 2, Oct. 3, TCSO ▪ Henderson, James Gillespie, 43, agg. assault no injury, domestic assault; Oct. 1, MPD ▪ Johnson, Quintin Montrell, 22, driving on

want to consider a tax-advantaged account, such as a 529 plan, which offers high contribution limits and provides you with the flexibility to switch beneficiaries, if necessary.

• Review/add beneficiary designations. You may want to change or add beneficiaries to your IRA, 401(k), life insurance, annuities and other accounts.

• Explore a custodial account.

You might want to consider a custodial account, such as an UGMA or UTMA, that allows you to transfer assets for the benefit of a child under 21. (Consult with your tax and legal advisors before making this move.)

Of course, you don’t have to take care of all these items at once. But by methodically working your way through this list, you will eventually adjust your overall financial strategy to include your new child — which means you’ll be helping your growing family make progress toward its important goals.

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corruption, we might be apt to cast our vote for an independent candidate thinking they are NOT connected to either party.

Right? But is that true?

There are still major differences between the candidates that must be compared in order to see whose principles, values and policies most closely resemble our own. What do you want your representative to stand for or against?

I am new to Tipton County and Tennessee, so I am doing the research needed to cast an informed vote. How would a representative vote regarding freedom of religion and speech, Islamic Sharia Law, Agenda 21, gun control, socialized medicine, illegal immigration, abortion, marriage and no state taxes.

Oh, yes, less regulations on businesses to promote new jobs.

I have been very surprised to find that “independent” doesn’t necessarily mean not attached rev./canc./susp. license; Oct. 4, APD ▪ Johnson, Terry, 49, registration law, failure to appear, worthless check; Oct. 6, TCSO ▪ Jones, Kenneth Lavale, 20, domestic assault, Oct. 2, TCSO ▪ Kasinger, Mary Joann, 47, disorderly conduct, Oct. 6, TCSO ▪ Lemmon, Joshua Lee, 29, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Oct. 1, TCSO ▪ Mason, Torey Ester, 38, failure to pay child support, Oct. 2, TCSO ▪ Massey, Jerry Lewis, 26, theft under $500, Sept. 30, TCSO ▪ McCubbin, Matthew Russell, 32, agg. assault no injury, false imprisonment, child abuse/neglect; Oct. 1, TCSO ▪ Murray, Dajuan Dontay, 25, setting fire to personal property, Oct. 6, TCSO ▪ Nelmes, Mary Frances, 39, agg. assault with injury, Oct. 1, TCSO ▪ Owens, Edward Carmack, 65, criminal trespass/trespass, Oct. 4, CPD ▪ Phillips, Jacob Michael, 24, failure to appear, Oct. 4, CPD ▪ Poe, Lenquasha Sharnay, 20, criminal simulation, Oct. 5, CPD ▪ Ponder, Ursula Patrice, 45, criminal simulation, worthless check x 2; Oct. 6, TCSO ▪ Reynolds, Lamara Allen, 30, unauthorized use of auto, fraud. use of credit card, theft; Oct. 3, APD ▪ Robinson, Travius Derron, 19, criminal trespass/trespass, weapons on school property, unlawful possession of weapon; Oct. 4, MUPD ▪ Rose, Christopher Lee, 23, driving on rev./ canc./susp. license,

to either party as one might think. We think that if they are independent, then they have a heart and mind to serve the people and not the party. However, where they stand on the issues that affect our lives is not always as obvious as one might think.

It matters who you are, and have been, associated with. Your ideas and policies are probably going to be much the same.

Birds of a feather … and that sort of thing.

I would urge all of the Tipton County voters to look closely at what an independent candidate means by calling themselves one. Would their stand on issues reflect a big difference from the platform of the other parties? Are you really getting the change you are looking for?

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Most Wanted Seen one of these people?

If so, call: 24-hour number: Central Dispatch 901-475-4300 Sheriff’s Office Tipline: 901-475-3307; email: sheriff@tiptonco.com Tipton County CrimeStoppers 901-476-4411 Or contact any local law enforcement agency to report any of these people.

Bianco, Christopher Steven Born: 8/3/1981 245 E. Orleans st.

Jackson, TN 38101 Charge: Initiaton of meth manuf.

Bing, Geneda K. Born: 10/29/1968 737 Brookside Rd. Southaven, MS 38671 Charge: Promotion of meth manuf.

Brown, Gregory James Born: 4/3/1978 4207 W. Club Deluxe LA Charge: Theft

Brown, Marus Laray Born: 1/9/1991 1100 Tatlock Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Burglary

Fleckinger, Douglas Nicolas Born: 1/18/1983 649 Hawkins Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 Charge: Poss. controlled substance

Hinson, Nathan Garner Born: 2/6/1978 1049 St. Paul Rd. Mason, TN 38049 Charge: Felony failure to appear

Humes, Eric Born: 2/12/1970 2295 Slocum Memphis, TN 38427 Charge: Habitial motor vehicle offender

Scott, Mario Andrettie Born: 8/1/1970 3600 Pleasant Hollow Memphis, TN 38116 Charge: Habitial motor vehicle offender

Sherrill, Kenneth Edward Born: 8/28/75 525 Simonton Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Agg. burglary

White, Alvin Born: 12/22/1958 735 William St. Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 Charge: Meth precursers

Charlotte Quick Covington

domestic assault, public intoxication, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent; Sept. 30, CPD ▪ Slaughter, Bruce Lawerance, 56, poss. sch.

II drug with intent; Oct. 3, TCSO ▪ Smith, Mary Joanne, 40, theft over $500, Oct. 6, TCSO ▪ Smith, Michael, 25, agg. assault no injury, Oct. 3, CPD ▪ Steeg, William Henry, 54, public intoxication, Oct. 3, CPD ▪ Taylor, Carey Senquay, 32, disorderly conduct, Sept. 30, CPD ▪ Taylor, Dedra Lashawn, 19, assault, Oct. 3, TCSO ▪ Thomas, Eddie Tyrone, 23, theft under $10,000, theft under $500; Oct. 5, TCSO ▪ Wade, Dedrick Lamond, 39, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, improper tag display, open container; Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Watkins, Michael Kelly, 37, public intoxication, Oct. 6, CPD ▪ Weathers, Eva Frances, 36, assault, Oct. 1, TCSO ▪ Webb, Terry Demelvin, 24, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, speeding; Oct. 4, CPD ▪ Whitson, Lavenio Lavelle, 26, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, failure to appear; Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Wilhite, Marvin Fay, 34, id theft, forgery; Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Williams, Care Salatoria, 26, agg. burglary x 2, Oct. 4, TCSO ▪ Williams, Cornelious Lashawn, 20, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, Sept. 30, CPD ▪ Wren, Dennis Dewayne, 43, disorderly conduct, Oct. 6, TCSO

Disclaimer: These persons are innocent until proven guilty. They will face charges in Tipton County General Sessions or Circuit Court unless warrants for their arrest were issued in another county (this may or may not be denoted in the listing of charges).

crime stoppers of tipton county inc. is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for the deaths of:

John Curtis Rann, a 24-year-old white male who was found dead with several gunshot wounds on Black Springs Hill Road in southwest Tipton County on Dec. 5, 1986. Rann had been missing since November 26, 1986.

Johnny Poole, a 23-year-old white male whose partially burned body was found on Oct. 25 1988, in his burning pickup truck near the boat landing at Piljerk, on the Hatchie River. Poole had a gunshot wound in his back.

If you have any information about either of the crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 901-476-4411. You will NOT be required to give your name or testify in any court. The source of information given to Crime Stoppers will be held in strict confidence.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ARREST OR DETAIN ANY OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE WARRANTS LISTED IN THIS DATABASE. The list is current at the time of publishing and therefore recent changes in the status of warrants may not be reflected. It is possible that some warrants have been resolved and the matter is no longer pending. This information is being provided as a service to the public; however, neither the Tipton County Sheriff ’s Office nor The Leader cannot guarantee nor assume any liability for the accuracy of the information at the time of use. All warrants must be verified for accuracy through our system prior to an apprehension.

All persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court BONDING IN ALL COURTS of law.

NO ATTEMPT SHOULD BE MADE TO APPREHEND THESE INDIVIDUALS EXCEPT BY LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PEACE OFFICERS. SOME INDIVIDUALS MAY BE ARMED AND SHOULD BE CONSIDERED DANGEROUS. If you recognize a name on the list, if you find your name, or if you find a discrepancy, please contact the Tipton County Sheriff ’s Office at 475-3300 or via email at sheriff@tiptonco. com.

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Obituaries Emmett Edwards, respected state leader and devoted public servant, dies at 59 Emmett Artway Edwards, the soft-spoken, humble gentleman public servant and business man who was a friend, advisor and confidant to governors, legislators, mayors, members of Congress, and a former Vice President of the United States, died peacefully Monday, surrounded by family and friends at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

The cause was complications from lung cancer. He was 59.

Mr. Edwards was an immensely private man, who, while carefully guarding his personal time, managed to greatly enrich everyone he came to know. For many years his name would be found on the short guest list for almost every significant public and private affair throughout the state, and, to those who knew him best, he was admired for his skill in being able to execute appearances and early departures from events with ease and grace, leaving many thankful they had spent time with him. His friends number in legions.

An imposing figure, Mr. Edwards stood at 6 feet 4 inches, always dressed appropriately for the occasion, exuding great confidence, measured by a warm smile and a firm two-handed grip for both friend and stranger. His accomplishments span a lifetime. Oblivious to color or creed, Mr. Edwards holds the distinction of being a pioneer in overcoming race barriers that still existed in secondary education and government.

Born in Covington, Tennessee, in May of 1953, Mr. Edwards graduated in his high school’s first racially integrated class, and later attended the University of Tennessee at Martin. There he became its most beloved figure on campus, familiar to all through his photography for the student yearbook, his tutoring and work in science laboratories, his leadership as a student government officer, and many other activities.

He served as a Student Counselor to the President of the UT system, and later became the first student administrative assistant to the Chancellor of UT-Martin.

Mr. Edwards was nominated by fellow students to serve as the first student from UT-Martin and the second student ever on the University of Tennessee Board of Trustees. Mr. Edwards was the UT Board of Trustees’ first African-American member.

After working for Congressman Ed Jones of Tennessee’s 8th District, Mr. Edwards entered the world of business, starting and managing a computer services company in Knoxville. Mr. Edwards also held key management positions in the creation and execution of the successful 1982 World Fair.

In 1987, he was called into public service by Governor Ned McWherter, under whom he held positions of leadership, both in the Tennessee Department of Education and as Assistant Commissioner in the Tennessee Department of Labor. When Bill Purcell was elected Mayor of Nashville, Mr. Edwards was asked to serve as part of the city’s economic development team. In 2000, Mr. Edwards served in the national headquarters as an advisor to the presidential campaign of Vice President Al Gore. In recent years, Mr. Edwards has served the current administration of Nashville Mayor Karl Dean with great distinction as the Executive Director of the Metropolitan Sports Authority, overseeing complex and challenging matters involving the Bridgestone Arena, LP Field and its tenants, including the NFL’s Tennessee Titans and the NHL’s Nashville Predators.

He was greatly loved and admired by all who worked at both facilities.

Mr. Edwards was also involved in many other important civic and charitable causes over the years.

In recent weeks, a small group of friends and family descended on his home in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville to make preparations for what they hoped would be Mr. Edwards’ recovery. They discovered thousands of books lining shelves and stacked on floors, demonstrating the voracious appetite he possessed for the written word. In his personal library were found the classics, biographies of public leaders, and western novels. Also discovered among his possessions were a trove of fly fishing rods and reels, which revealed yet another of his semi-secret passions, this one for escaping to the serenity of remote streams and rivers in Tennessee, the South, and even Alaska and Canada to replenish his spirit.

Though one of Tennessee’s Democratic leaders and devoutly so, Mr. Edwards enjoyed the company of many friends in both political parties, including leading Republicans from Knoxville to Memphis.

And he reveled in the company of his expansive family, which includes his surviving mother, LaVerne Epps Edwards, and his six siblings, Marsha Edwards (Washington, DC), Stella Edwards (San Antonio, Texas), William Edwards (Covington), Mattie (Andrew) Edwards Kemp (Portsmouth, Rhode Island), Lynda Edwards (Washington, DC), and Keith (Angel) Edwards (Cincinnati, Ohio). He is also survived by his nephew Drew Kemp, his godson Ben Herron, and many others he considered family, including the children and grandchildren of his longtime friend and companion Debbie Julianna, a strong, compassionate woman who was the light that held him to this earth in his final weeks of life.

Services for Mr. Edwards will be in Nashville and Covington. The first will be a celebration of life on Thursday, October 11th, at 11 AM at the Metropolitan Interdenominational Church, 2128 11th Avenue North in Nashville. There will also be a graveside service later in Covington. Visitation will be at the church in Nashville on Wednesday, October 10th from 5 PM – 7 PM, and on Thursday from 10 AM until services.

More information can be found by contacting Barlow Funeral Home at 901-476-9675 in Covington.

Instead of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to The Emmett Edwards Scholarship Fund and sent to P.O. Box 5, Dresden, TN 38225, for disadvantaged young people to attend UTMartin or UT-Knoxville.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) October 11, 2012

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Erin Moffatt Williamson

Farris “Butch” Archer II

September 17, 1923 – October 3, 2012

Date of Death – October 4, 2012

Erin Moffatt Williamson, 89, of Memphis, died on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 in Covington. Born in Tipton County, she was a homemaker and a member of Salem Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church and the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

Funeral services took place on Monday, Oct. 8 at Salem Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Charles Todd officiating. She was buried in the church cemetery.

The widow of Walter Wade Williamson, she leaves a daughter, Kay Nevels of Bartlett; brother John Moffatt of Atoka; sisters Jean Harris and Emily Breen of Atoka and Marjorie Goforth of Covington; grandchildren Daniel Nevels, Lauren Nevels and Candice Latham and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Cathy Hanson.

Farris “Butch” Archer II, 46, of Drummonds, passed away on Sunday, October 7. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, October 11 at the Covington Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow in the Magnolia Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 - 7 PM Wednesday at the Covington Funeral Home Chapel. He is survived by one daughter, Zoe Archer; two sons, Jacob and Preston Archer; one step-son Matthew Fisher; one sister Carla Joyner; one brother Dan Archer; and girlfriend Chelsea Fisher.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) October 11, 2012

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) October 11, 2012

Betty Jean McDaniel Bowen March 4, 1937 – October 6, 2012

Betty Jean McDaniel Bowen entered into rest on Saturday evening October 6, 2012 at The Bridge in South Pittsburg, Tennessee.

Jean was born on March 4, 1937 in Tipton County, Tennessee. She grew up in the bounds of the Atoka Presbyterian Church and is a graduate of Munford High School. Most recently she was employed as an accountant at the Admiralty and Plantation Oaks Suites and Inn in Millington, Tennessee. Prior to this she served as the Deputy City Clerk of Weleetka, Okla. between 1983 and 1987.

Jean is survived by a daughter Regina Lynn (Lance) Greene of Athens, Ala.; two sons Ronald “Ronnie” Louis Vaughn of Atlanta, Ga. and Brian Jeffrey “Jeff” Vaughn of Huntsville, Ala. ; two brothers William Ray McDaniel of Atoka and Danny Russell McDaniel of Millington; three grandsons Jacob Vaughn (Courtney) Greene, Bradley “Brad” Wade Green, and Benjamin “Ben” Lenon Vaughn.

Jean is preceded in death by a son Brently Jacob Vaughn, her parents Raymond Wylie and Mrytle Lucille McDaniel, a sister Patricia “Patsy” Wylie Tarr, and a daughter-in-law Lisa Ann Vaughn.

Visitation will take place at the Munford Funeral Home in Munford on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012 followed by a graveside service at Huntsville Memory Gardens in Huntsville, Ala. on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012.

Donations in honor of Betty Jean Bowen may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org or by phone 1.800.272.3900.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) October 11, 2012

Robert Leon Carter

We would like to thank everyone for the prayers, visits, phone calls, food, flowers, cards, memorials and especially all the kindness shown to us before and after the loss of our mother/grandmother.

Stan and Blake Shelley

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March 30, 1931 – October 6, 2012 Robert Leon Carter died Saturday, October 6, 2012 at Methodist Hospital North in Memphis. He was born in Gibson County, TN the son of the late Homer Carter and his wife, the late Annie Dawson Carter.

The family moved to Meridian, MS when he was a young child. He was a decorated US Army veteran, serving on the front lines during the Korean Conflict.

After retirement from the US Army with twenty years of service, he had a successful civil service career continuing to work with the US Army. He was a member of Brighton Baptist Church in Brighton where he served as a deacon. He was a Mason. He leaves his widow, Ramona Byrd Carter, one daughter, Mona Carter Miller (Bob), of Memphis, and one granddaughter, Edith Roberts Miller of Memphis.

Visitation took place one hour preceding the service at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home in Covington, TN. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Brighton Baptist Church.

Burial was in Morrison Cemetery in Brighton with full military honors.

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Crystal Rogers

Roasted Pumpkin Soup What You Need

olive oil 1/4 tsp curry powder 1 c sour cream 1/2 stick unsalted butter 3 c chopped sweet onions 5 c roasted pumpkin, skin removed, chunked 8 c good vegetable stock 1 tsp fresh thyme, finely minced 1/4 tsp fresh grated nutmeg 1 tbsp agave syrup 2 c cream sea salt and pepper to taste 1 c sour cream 1/4 tsp curry powder 1/2 c toasted pumpkin seeds 3 tbsp raw blue agave nectar 1 c chopped cilantro, divided

- Janet

Directions • To prepare pumpkin, cut in half and scrape out seeds. Cut into thick wedges, brush lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and bake on a baking sheet at 350 degrees F for about an hour or until tender.

• Whisk curry powder into sour cream and chill.

• When pumpkin is fully cooked, in a large stockpan melt the butter and saute the onions until very soft.

• Add roasted pumpkin and stock. Puree with stick blender (or in batches in a blender or processor).

• Add thyme, nutmeg and agave, then bring to simmer, stirring occasionally for 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in cream and season to taste with salt and pepper.

• Serve warm in bowls, garnish with a dollop of the curry cream and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.

Submitted by: Crystal Rogers, Mendocino, CA (pop. 894)

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New assessor of property Rose Cousar, center, recently attended the 2012 New Assessor Orientation in Dickson. Photo courtesy Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury

Tipton County Commission on Aging events sponsored by

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SAVE THE DATE Tues., Oct. 11, 2011 2-6 pm Brighton Middle School: Kaleidoscope, a health fair for Seniors will be celebrating 16 wonderful years serving the senior citizens of Tipton County!

Cousar attends assessment workshop Tipton County Assessor of Property Rose Cousar recently attended the 2012 New Assessor Orientation held Sept. 17 at Montgomery Bell State Park in Dickson. The training program administered by the Comptroller of the Treasury’s Division of Property Assessments is designed to familiarize newly elected Assessors with a wide variety of issues involved in the appraisal and assessment of property in Tennessee. Justin P. Wilson, Comptroller of the Treasury and Jason Mumpower, Chief of Staff presented each New Assessor Orientation attendee with a certificate of completion at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 18 Justin P. Wilson, Comptroller of the Treasury said, “The assessor’s vital role in the establishment of fair and equitable property values is constantly evolving. Advances in technologies and new legislation make educational opportunities like this an essential part of their profession. The time they invest in professional training is an outstanding demonstration of their commitment to the citizens of the counties they have been elected to serve.”

One of 34 assessors of property elected to their first term in general elections in August, Rose Cousar participated in presentations and discussions of programs such as county-wide reappraisals, sales ratio studies, property mapping, Tennessee’s Greenbelt program, as well as their role in the fair and equitable assessment of all property in their jurisdictions.

Johnston a 12-gallon blood donor Lee Johnston, blood recipient and Lifeblood donor, recently reached his 12 gallon milestone at the donor center in Covington. Lee believes giving blood is one of the most important things a human can do, stating, “You cannot go to the store and buy blood. You can give blood if you’re rich or poor, if you are employed or unemployed. The only reason you cannot give blood are for a few medical conditions. Why take a chance on needing blood and not donating blood? Your life or the life of someone you know may depend on you giving blood today.”

In case of fire emergency, be prepared In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared. Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames.

Prepare and practice your fire escape plan twice a year with everyone in your household, including children and people with disabilities.

It's also a good idea to practice your plan with overnight guests. Some tips to consider when preparing your escape plan include: • Draw a map of each level of your home and show all doors and windows. Have two ways out of each room. Make sure all doors and windows that lead outside open easily.

• Only purchase collapsible escape ladders evaluated by a recognized testing laboratory.

Use the ladder only in a real emergency.

• Teach children how to escape on their own in case you cannot help them.

• Have a plan for everyone in your home who has a disability.

• Practice your fire escape plan at night and during the daytime.

To save lives and prevent needless injuries, the Covington Fire Department urges you to “Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery” in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Most home fire fatalities occur between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. when most families are sleeping. According to Fire Chief Jerry Craig, “A working smoke alarm is ‘on-duty’ all the time, protecting you and your family while you sleep.

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Just for Fun Creative Aging- On Sept. 9 at 10 am in the Dining Hall of the CSC, Creative Aging presents The Masqueraders. If you are a fan of “old school” rhythm and blues, these guys are a must see.

Gamepalooza- Gamepalooza has moved to Thursday afternoon from 1-5pm in the downstairs meeting room.

Craft Club- The craft club meets this month on Sept. 26 at 10am in the dining hall of the CSC. The Sept. 26 craft will be a fun ‘surprise’ craft.

Book Club-The TCCA Book Club holds a light discussion about various books or articles each month. Facilitated by Mrs. Charlene Mashburn. The club meets this month on Sept. 19 at 10a.m. in the Craft Room of the CSC. The discussion will be all things country from the book, Country Ways.

Bible Study- This month's Bible Study will be held at the CSC on Thursday mornings at 10am. This non-denominational class is open to all. The facilitator this month is Mr. John Currie.

Bending Needles Quilting Club-The TCCA Quilters have finished their quilt and now you can reap the rewards. They will be selling raffle tickets for $2 each or 3 for $5. Tickets will be sold from now until Dec.15 and are available at the TCCA office.

Experienced hand stitch quilters are welcome to join the club.

The quilters meet each Tuesday and Thursday morning from 8am to 11am in the craft room.

Informative How to Survive a Storm- Natalie Perry with the Tennessee Recovery project will be at the Covington Senior Center on Sept.

20 at 10 with a very important program on how to survive a storm.

TN SHIP- Vickie Thompson with Tennessee’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program will be at the CSC on Sept. 21 at 10 am to assist seniors and the disabled with any questions or problems they may have about Medicare or other related insurance.

Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D- This year open enrollment for Medicare Part D has changed to Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. You no longer have until Dec. 31. The Aging Commission of the Mid-South will be at the TCCA office on Nov. 16 and Dec. 1 to help anyone needing an unbiased comparison of prescription drug plans.

To Your Health Health Screenings- The wonderful folks at Covington Manor will be in the dining hall of the Covington Senior Center on Sept. 14 to perform various health screenings including blood pressure as well as blood sugar testing. They will begin testing promptly at 9am and will be here until everyone has been seen. On Sept.

21 at 9am Ms. Cindy from Baptist Home Health will take blood pressure readings. Ms. Rosalyn from Dr. Potter’s office will be here on Sept. 27 at 9am to take blood pressure readings. The healthcare agencies volunteer for these clinics free of charge and occasionally they are called away to emergencies so please understand if/when they are unable to come. Clinics are also available at Garland and Munford Senior Centers.

Senior Safety and Personal Care- Mr. Walter Black with Personal Care Services of Tennessee will be at the CSC on Sept. 14 at 10am to discuss the importance of senior safety and personal care. This very informative program is available for all seniors and caregivers.

Take Charge of Your Health – Please join Priscilla Eddins at the CSC on Sept. 22 at 9am as she discusses general nutrition from the USDA “Choose My Plate” program.

Get Fit, Stay Fit- Join other seniors every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:15am at the CSC for 45 minutes of great stretching and strengthening exercises. This is just right for everyone 55 and older.

Tap Dance Class- Kay Catterton, our volunteer instructor always welcomes new students. The tap class meets on Wednesdays at 10:30am in the TCCA dance room. You are never too old to tap your way to a healthy heart. The cost is $3 a class.

Line Dance Class- Classes meet every Wednesday at 9:30am in the TCCA dance room and at the Munford Senior Center every Monday at 9am. Contributions are welcomed at both sites. Mrs. Juanita Joyner is the instructor.

Water Aerobics- Water aerobics is easy on your joints but still gives your heart and major muscle groups a great work out!

Each Wednesday morning a group of seniors travel to the Millington Y for water aerobics. The bus leaves the CSC promptly at 6:30am and the cost for ten sessions is $30. Currently, there’s room for more riders to attend. Please call the CSC for reservations and contributions for transportation are always appreciated.

Caregiver Programs “Helen’s House” Adult Day/ Respite Service- Helen’s House currently has openings offering a great opportunity for those with some degree of memory loss or dementia to have a safe and therapeutic experience while their family caregivers enjoy a time for personal business or other activities. Helen’s House is licensed by the State of Tennessee. Helen’s House is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8am to 3pm. Please call Anita for more information or to receive a registration packet.

Caregiver Wellness/Support Groups meet across Tipton County…

All shared information is confidential--- “what is said here, stays here”- Meal contributions are requested and transportation is available on a limited basis. Reservations for all meetings are appreciated.

South Tipton Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meets the first Tuesday of the month at Munford Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall from 5:30 to 7pm. The facilitator is Mr. Neil Bell. “…For Men Only” Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meet the second Monday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 5:30 to 7pm. The facilitator is Mr. Russell Lindsay.

Lunch Bunch Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meets the third Tuesday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 12:30 to 2pm. The facilitator is Mrs. Darlene Hopper Spaulding.

TCCA Breast Health Wellness Group- Please join Sue Wheeler on the second Monday of the month at Covington Senior Center dining room from 5:30 to 7pm.

TCCA Grandparents/ Relatives as Parents Wellness Group- This is a support group for all relative parents that are facing life changes. This group meets in the TCCA meeting room the second Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 7pm. The facilitator is Mrs. Kathy Strahan.

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The Civil War and Tipton County:August-September 1862 Along the Hatchie.

On August 22d, a company of the 52d Indiana Infantry arrived at Fulton on board the Cairo. Their mission was to attack any detachments of Confederate cavalry from the Covington area. Following a visit to Fort Pillow, the Federals marched toward Covington, encountering a band of partisan rangers near the town. Outnumbered, the Federals retreated back to Fort Pillow, boarded their ship and steamed to Memphis. Reinforced by additional troops, the 52nd Indiana steamed back to Fulton on the 23d. This expedition stopped at several landings north of Memphis, making arrests and capturing some arms and ammunition. At Fulton, the Federals captured a load of brandy and quinine. From the Fort Pillow area, one Union column made a night

march to Covington by way of Randolph. Another Federal column marched to Bloomington. The Federals failed to locate any Confederate troops. They did manage to capture foodstuffs, wagons, horses, mules, cattle, and slaves. Several suspected Confederate sympathizers were forced to give bond pledging financial restitution for losses sustained by Union forces or sympathizers from Confederate guerilla operations.

On Aug. 30, Tipton’s men in the 7th Tennessee Cavalry moved with W. H. Jackson’s and Frank C. Armstrong’s Brigades and skirmished with the Federals at Medon near Bolivar. On Sept. 1, the 3,300 Confederates attacked half their number at Britton’s Lane near Denmark, Madison County. The 7th Tennessee was ordered to charge on foot through a cornfield that

had been stripped. The Confederates captured two cannon but suffered 288 killed, wounded or missing to the Federal’s 108. Tipton’s casualties included William Dillahunty, James Dunn, and James J. Stone wounded and James Dillahunty killed.

Chattanooga and Knoxville A soldier in the 51st Tennessee Infantry recorded the news of the death of Lieutenant Colonel Edward Osborne Shelton of Tipton, on August 6, 1862: “(At) five o’clock in the evening telegraph from Mobile to Col. Chester, our Lieut. Col. (Edward O.) Shelton died at 12 o’clock last night. The Regiment mourns their loss. He was a good and brave man. He was loved by all that knew him. He was a nice gentleman, a good sol-

dier, never shrank from duty. His place will be hard to fill. Lieut. Chester remains with him.”

Tipton’s Orrin D. Weaver, Captain of Co. C., 51st Tennessee was seriously ill as well. Captain Weaver owned two plantations along the Shelby-Tipton County line. On August 9, a soldier wrote: “Capt.

Wever (is) quite sick. He is an old man 70 years of age and a good officer.

The Confederate invasion of Kentucky began in mid-August. General E. Kirby Smith led 10,000 men from Knoxville on the 14th. Tipton’s men in the 154th Tennessee Infantry were among Smith’s troops. On Aug. 30, Smith attacked the Federals at Richmond, Ky. His 6,800 men routed the Unionists, inflicting 5,194 enemy casualties while loosing only 451 of his men.

General Braxton Bragg’s 30,000 men

left Chattanooga Aug. 28. Tipton’s men in the 4th, 9th, and 51st Tennessee were among Bragg’s troops. The command marched through Pikeville, Sparta and Gainesboro. On Sept. 9, they entered Kentucky near Tompkinsville.

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Virginia Covington's general officer, Cadmus Wilcox, commanded a division under Robert E. Lee and James Longstreet in the Battle of Second Manassas Aug. 29-30. Lee’s army of 48,500 men defeated Pope’s Federals, 75,000 strong. Union losses totaled 16,054 men while Lee lost 9,197 soldiers killed, wounded or missing.

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Hello everybody! Sure am enjoying this nice weather! My pastor, Bro. Ron McMillan, made the funniest statement Saturday night as we were leaving 3 Star Fire Dept. after enjoying a great meal. He said something like this “well I’ve enjoyed this day of winter, now I’m ready for summer again”. My husband and I just cracked up at that comment, but really, that’s about how we all feel isn’t it? Just give me a “taste” of winter and I’ll be ready for summer again!! Just between you and me, I agree with Bro. Ron!!

Our dear sweet little Ms. Beanie Beanblossom fell and broke her hip yesterday. They did surgery on it today, but she is still in ICU in Covington.

Please pray for her sweet

little self, she is just a doll and everyone here at Dunlap loves Ms. Beanie so much. Our prayers are with you Ms. Beanie, you get well and come on back home with us now, ya’ hear? I have to get my kisses you know and I need “somebody” to tell me I better behave and call me a “Brat”, Ha! Ha! We love you Ms. Beanie, and we’re gona pray you home!

I would like to say a real big thank you to my church youth group (and Julie) from Holly Grove Church for coming and working so hard on Monday, Columbus Day, raking leaves, trimming trees, chopping down plants that are going to be looking all dead in the next few weeks ahead anyway, so I had them “take ‘em out”. We had

a great time. Man, I wish I had the energy those kids had in one little finger! Those days are over for me, but I still do what I can! By the way, thanks to so many that has been praying for me through my illness, I’m getting those numbers down, slowly but surely.

Happy Birthday to you today Mr. Max Gibbs, hope you have a special day!!!

Please don’t forget our Fall Fish Fry Fundraiser this Saturday night from 5-7pm at the Covington First Baptist Church outside pavilion. We have some wonderful gospel singing ready to blow your socks off. We are looking forward to hearing “New Spirit” and “Three for Thee” and, Mr. Roland Essaff will be there singing and play-

ing for us. We have a fun night planned and I hope everyone gets to come out and be a part of the fellowship and good food. It’s just a lot of fun every year singing and praising the Lord with everyone and eating that good ole’ fish n’ hushpuppies, Cole slaw, French fries and cookies for dessert. Thank you so much Men’s Fellowship at Covington First Baptist Church, for doing the fishin’ and the cookin’.

We are so very grateful to them for hosting our fundraiser for Dunlap Retirement Center again this year.

Until next week, be kind to everyone you meet, you never know what they are dealing with themselves. God Bless you all!!!!

Friday I went to the big holiday crafts show at the Ag Center in Memphis with Liz and Lyla. We had a good time there, got back to our church building at 5:07, where I was supposed to be at 5 for Dinner and Movie Night.

Bonnie Glass and Wanda Townsend were waiting for me and Wanda drove while Liz drove my car home and Justin helped her get it back to church later that night. We met all the others, had eight that night, and we saw "Trouble with the Curve" with Clint Eastwood and Justin Timberlake. It was a really good movie, with some foul language, of course. That does not make the movie better, Hollywood! We ate supper after the movie and were surprised by the cold rain and wind! I had short sleeves on!

Saturday, Clint's birthday, we went to the movie together and saw "Looper" with Bruce Willis and Joseph-Gordon Levitt. It was really good and intense. Not much foul language but the context was violent. It was a good movie, though, if you like that type.

We went to Dale and Shirley Laxton's 50th wedding celebration Sunday afternoon. It was very nice. Everyone enjoyed the pictures. We had great food and lots of

fun. Good job, Chris and Jeff, and families! Many more to you, Dale and Shirley!

Brandon Matlock has been in the hospital and it recovering; not back at work at the Sheriff's Department yet. Jedidiah Phillips broke his arm.

Robbie Renfroe is having tests, and Ray Isome, Caroline Darden, Doug Jones, Donna Sonwineski and many others remain on our prayer list, as well those taking treatments, and our servicemen and women, and our voters.

Less than a month now!

Also keep Anthony Culver in your prayers.

He's having tests today.

Congratulations to Lauren Williams and Logan Wall, who will be married this Saturday. A tribute to her dad, John Tom Williams, will be at the Covington football game Friday night. They will have their rehearsal on Thursday. Best wishes to them!

There will be a clothing giveaway at the church building on Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Happy Birthday this week goes to Joshua Caraway, Aaron Speight, Grant Edmonds and Zach Kidd on Oct. 13!

Don't forget CloptonFest on Oct. 20 from 10-6.

Bring your lawn chairs and stay all day. There will be food, music and

fun!

"Thanks for Reading" this week goes to Ivan Stephenson! Sa-lute!

This week's Farmer's Almanac Quote: "Life never gets a goldfish down."

I mentioned that my primroses and day lilies are blooming again. Now we have dandelions!

Until next week . . .

Mt. Carmel Elaine Watkins

It’s a cool Tuesday morning, but not as cold as they first forecasted.

I think it got down to about 42 this morning, instead of 38. We got two rains last week, totaling about a inch and a half, and we've been enjoying the cool weather. It will be back into the 80s this weekend though. I just hope we don't see any more 90s!

This week's Farm Report: We’ve been cutting beans but broke down Thursday and parts are coming in tomorrow (Wednesday), but as I mentioned, it's been raining and we probably would have been out of the field till today, anyway. We have lots of hours put in on it; hope we get going again tomorrow or Thursday.

Cotton is beautiful and white but we haven't seen much picked around here yet. Corn is gone, I think, everywhere.

We celebrated Clint's birthday by going to eat seafood in Memphis. He and Courtney Gurley, Justin, Elizabeth and Lyla joined me and James and we had a big time. We had a peanut butter cake waiting on us when we got home, decorated with rows of plants (green icing) with a John Deere Spray Rig toy on top. We all played with the toy! It was a great night!

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EDUCATION

Charger Beat: Band fares well at competition

By Steve Holt Freshman football The Chargers suffered a 30-16 loss at the hands of the Dyer Co. Choctaws on Sept.

27. Tyronza Boyd scored twice for CHS with a 2-yard pass reception and a 10-yard run.

Malcolm Taylor completed 9 passes for 86 yards. Marqueze Somerville ran well and Jordan Hill pulled in an interception.

Charger band Congratulations to the Charger Marching Band which returned to competition for the

first time in five years at Gibson County High School on Oct. 1. The band placed fourth in class and fourth in the division. The color guard took second in their class and second in the division. A well done goes to the students and director of bands Michael Rosson for a job

well done.

FCA Twenty-six members and guests were present for the FCA meeting on Oct. 2. Dr. Buffy Cook was the guest speaker.

Fields of Faith plans are in the making for this year’s event.

Cheer clinic CHS cheerleaders are sponsoring a cheer clinic for girls ages 4-12 at CHS on Oct. 20.

Contact Becky Todd or Tab McDivitt for details.

That is all for this week. See you next time on The Charger Beat.

Tennessee has some of strongest civics classes A national assessment of states’ civics education requirements released by the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning & Engagement (CIRCLE), the preeminent youth research organization based at Tufts University, shows growing weakness in support for citizenship, government, law, current events, and related topics.

The research shows that the state of Tennessee has some of the strongest statewide civics education requirements in the nation. Tennessee

students must to take three credits of social studies or civics classes, and a new law will soon require them to complete a portfolio of civic work and community service learning requirements.

The fact sheet, funded by the S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation and released today by CIRCLE, covers all 50 states and shows that in the 2012-13 school year, 21 states require a state-designed social studies test – a dramatic decrease from 2001, when 34 states conducted regular assessments on social studies subjects.

Furthermore, only eight states provide standardized tests specifically in civics or American government: California, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. Of those eight, Ohio and Virginia are the only ones that require students to pass that test to graduate from high school, although Maryland and Florida have plans to add such requirements.

The release of this new fact sheet comes just weeks before the 2012 presidential election.

Both candidates are ac-

tively courting young voters, and new voter ID laws could potentially complicate voting for this highly-sought-after group. A poll conducted from June 22- July 2 2012

by CIRCLE for the Youth Education Fund (YEF) showed that young people did not understand the new laws: “68% of young people were either unable/unwilling to answer or were incorrect about whether their state required a photo ID to vote.” And from that same poll, “80% of the young voters were either unable to answer

or incorrect about their state’s early registration rules.” Current events and voting are rarely emphasized in state civics requirements.

The fact sheet asserts, “Social studies courses such as history, civics, and economics provide students with the necessary civic skills and knowledge to be effective 21st century citizens.

However, since the passage of No Child Left Behind, many states have shifted focus away from

social studies and have dramatically reduced the number of social studies assessments.” To make matters worse, assessments have shifted from a combination of multiple-choice questions, essay questions, and other assignments to almost exclusively multiplechoice exams since 2000, meaning that the material tested tends to be relatively simple facts rather than the ability to apply information and skills to complex situations.

Marriage Licenses The following marriage licenses were recorded in the office of Mary Gaither, Tipton County Clerk, during the month of September 2012.

Milton Marquies Adams to April Denise Malone Richard Scott Baker to Brittany Nicole Smith Mitchell Wade Bellora to Ashley Renee Lawson Donnie Lynn Brown to Beth Ann Cotton Thompson Leslie Brian Burk to Casie Leigh Hampton Andre Markee Carney to Maritza Rodriguez Edward Ray Carpenter to Dessie Nicole Ruffner Lancer Lee Clark to Brandy Lynn McDaniel Oliver Michael Peyton David to Kerry Ann Owen James Robert David III to Rachel Elizabeth Ervin Jerry Michael Dick to Kim Charlene Gragg Miller Danny Melvin Duniphin to Jessie Lynn Hamlin Tracy Cormell Flowers to Cristal Moore Toby Christopher Foster to Barbara Allan Hurley Hutchison Gary Lee Hancock to Cassandra Brooke Kline Jesse Edwin Hayes to Caitlin Rae Meyer Ryan Scott Hernandez to Christian Alyssha Curling John Neal Johnson to Carley Tatom Glass Joseph Willie Kindrick Jr. to Wilma Nell Hipps Wig-

gins Stephen Benjaman McCraw to Lyndsey Carol Jones Dyvan Peterson to Sharon Denise Marshall Ronnie Lee Poole Jr. to Jessica Leviece Johnson Shamus Fitzgerald Pringle to Trevia Chanique Brown Grayson Jackie Leonard Shields to Katrina Diane Flatt Ronald Boyce Simmons to Beverly Shealynn Henson Perry Charlie Jeff Sittig to Kimber Nichole Duncan Jacob Michael Sluder to Heather Lynne Nightwine Allen Tyrone Gay Stallworth to Denise Colett Lewis Aaron Catranius Taylor to Evern Lavette Jackson Joshua Dustin Blake Tramel to Codie Lyn Glover Cody Weston Travis to Rachel Elizabeth Sayre James Richard Vowell to Amy Denise Nichols Vowell John Thomas Westmoreland to Shanon Stell Lausten Pieroni Christopher Blake Wooten to Ciara Sharae Smith Ouzts

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Congratulations to Josh and Erica Blyue on the arrival of a daughter, Avery Marie, on Oct. 3.

She weighed six pounds, eight ounces. The grandparents are Troy and Connie Blyue of Randolph, Jerry and Jennifer Hampton of Brighton.

The great grandparents are Jimmy and Susie Davis of Brighton. The great great grandparents are James and Geneva Davis of Brighton.

The Munford Church of Christ will having their annual gospel

meeting Oct. 14-18. The speaker will be minister Bob Liddell, director of the Memphis School of Preaching. The theme will be “Do you want to hear the truth?” Service time are Sunday: 10 and 11 a.m., 2 p.m.; MondayThursday, 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend these services.

The Gilt Edge Church of Christ has a weekday radio program on WKBL 1250 AM, Monday-Friday, 12:45 and 5:30 p.m.

The speaker is minister Daniel Dalton. The

church is located at 10726 Highway 59 West. The service times are Sunday Bible School Studay – 10 a.m., worship – 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., Wednesday night Bible study – 7:30 p.m.

The Elm Grove Church of Christ recently held their gospel meeting.

The speaker was David Nance who preached at Elm Grove from 1983 to 1989.

A special happy birthday to Brian Huffman of Gilt Edge. Brian turned 34 and was taken out Sat-

urday by Bob Cooley and your reporter.

I am looking forward to the baseball playoffs this month. As for the division series, I like the Nationals over the Cardinals, Reds over Giants, Yankees over Orioles, Tigers over A's. The LCS: Nationals over Reds, Yankees over Tigers. The World Series: Nationals over Yankees.

On the prayer list are those at home shut in, in the nursing home, military and their families.

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As a Safe Alternative to Halloween First Baptist Church Munford at 521 Giltedge Road, Munford will be having their annual

FALL FESTIVAL October 26th at 6 p.m.

There will be food, games and prizes. Horseback rides for the kids. Games for the adults and good Christian fellowship for all! Big drawing for a boy and a girl bike!

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Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. is the time for JCHO's annual event “A Night of Elegance.” JCHO's president, Rev. Pearl Andrews and the staff are all geared up and ready once again to bring it on! Millington Naval Station's the place and tickets are $20. Don your best “glad rags” and put on you dancing shoes because it'll be a night that you'll never forget. Food, fun and visiting family and friends, so come out and help JCHO in the much worthy cause, scholarships, plus helping keep our Dickens Cemetary beautiful. Hope to see you there.

Our prayers are with several families who suffered losses last week.

Charles and Debra Smith and their family's mother, Verta Smith's

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service, was held on Saturday at Promise Land Baptist Church.

Pastor Rev. Andrew Chambers officiated.

They're from Atoka and related to me by my later mother Josephine Burton, cousin Verta “Vertice” was a very dear lovely Christian lady and a beautiful mother.

Also, James Jones Sr. of Covington, who lost his son James Jones Jr. last week and whose service was held on Sunday afternoon at Brighton High School, has all of our heartfelt prayers.

Our prayer list includes Jennie Stewart, Ruth Alston, Louise Mason, Isiah and Willie Mae Burton Sr., Rudolph and Dollie Boykins, Posey Reed, Mildred Sherrill and family, Willie Shade Alston, Rev. and Mrs. Richard Coe, Mins. Pink

Sherrill Jr., Connie and Christine Brown, Flossie Woods, David and Charlene Sneed, Carlotta Jones, Jessie Lawson, Ada Fletcher, Mary Ballard, Eugene Baker and Gigi Baker, Floyd White Sr., Eula Culbreath and family, Menola “Knot” Holland and family, Katarene Harber, Mary Burton, Wayne Jerry, George Hopper, Beulah Wakefield, Percy and Allie White, Andrew Jackson and family, Robert and Dorcus Smith, Ruth Griffin, Doris King, Gladys Miller and family, Joseph Heaston Sr., Rufus Garner and our men and women in uniform.

All for this time y'all.

Remember: Whenever you think it's hard, probably is, it's easier than it looks.

Until next time.

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Covington High's Goforth honored as an all-star by wireless company Anna Claire Goforth, a senior at Covington High School, has been named a C Spire Wireless Academic All-Stars Award winner.

She was one of six students in the Greater Memphis area who received this week’s award for General Scholarship. C Spire Wireless will recognize Goforth and more than 160 other students during the 2012-2013 school year.

She and other weekly winners will be honored at a luncheon at the Hilton Memphis, Thursday, May 2, 2013.

A top scholar, Anna Claire is passionate about academics and works to accomplish her goals. She holds a 4.0 grade point average and scored 32 on the ACT. She has received multiple awards in Chemistry, English, Math, Spanish, Emergency Medical Services, Health and Science. She is a member of the National Honor Society and President of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America).

With HOSA, Anna Claire not only placed first at the state level, but she

also won nationals in Orlando, Florida.

She competed in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) category.

She recently registered to become a volunteer for MRC (Medical Reserve Corps) for West Tennessee. She plans a career in nursing and wants to continue to develop her skills in the event of a disaster. In the community, Anna Claire gathers food for her church’s food pantry and assists the elderly and shut-ins with lawn care.

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Now in its seventh year, the C Spire Academic All-Stars Awards are presented weekly for 28 weeks during the academic year from nominations submitted by school administrators.

Judges include educators from Rhodes College, The University of Memphis, Le-Moyne Owen College and Christian Brothers University.

BHS FFA ag sales team wins 1st Place at the fair

When disaster strikes, ham radios work Tipton Amateur Radio Society is participating in September National Preparedness Month by teaching the public about the free community assistance provided by amateur radio operators in the event of emergencies and disasters.

Amateur radio -- commonly referred to as ham radio -- helps people communicate with one another by voice, computer and code over vast distances.

Tipton County Hams will be demonstrating Amateur Radio Communication services at the Heritage Festival September 22, 2012. Please stop by our booth in front of the Tipton County Chamber Center for a free demonstration and free information on disaster preparation.

Although amateur radio relies on technology first used more than a century ago, it remains a popular hobby around the world, and its practitioners are often called upon to provide communications assistance in times of local and national emergency. It can also be a heck of a lot of fun During disasters land-line telephone facilities may be unusable because physical wires or poles may be torn down, the communication pipelines out-of-town such as microwave towers or satellite uplinks may be damaged.

Cell-phone facilities may be un-usable because cell-towers are down, cellsites are destroyed, or just because too

many people are trying to use a cell, it's capacity is maxed out, and wait-times are jamming the system.

Even emergency operating centers may be out of commission if their buildings or antennas have been damaged.

Unlike cell-phones or satellites, amateur radio (ham radio) relies on the specific unit's antenna to broadcast to other nearby units. This makes them useful during disasters, even when the cell phone towers are out.

When other communications failed after Hurricane Katrina, for example, ham radio operators helped to coordinate rescue efforts.

Communications are a vital part of responding to and recovering from any type of disaster. There are many Hams who have portable radio kits, complete with large batteries to run the radio, and large antennas rising from backpacks or on vehicles ready to mobilize in the event of an emergency that may have widespread effects on the community.

For example, In New York city, when the World Trade Tower came down and the power went out, most of the radios no longer worked, cell phones became useless and networks were jammed. Normal communications ceased!

In response to this emergency there were a large number of local hams (and ham operators from other states) who positioned themselves in fire stations,

police stations, hospitals, etc. while other hams were near fire trucks, police cars, command centers, disaster relief sites, etc.

They were there to help by providing communication support service needed by the emergency teams in the zones of destruction.

Ham operators would connect with one another and emergency responders to transmit messages back and forth.

The dispatch person would tell the ham what to say, and the ham would relay it to another ham at a farther away place, who would tell it to a firefighter, police officer, dispatch center, emergency responder, etc.

This is a very typical scenario with hams coming out to help the community during a disaster. This service personally funded by each individual ham operator and is completely FREE to the local governments as well as disaster assistance agencies.

The Tipton Amateur Radio Society (TARS) meets on the first Saturday of every quarter at the Atoka City Hall, Atoka, TN. The public is welcome to visit.

The group meets every Thursday evening at 7:00 PM on the 145.490 -600 Repeater System,KE4ZBI. The public is welcome at monthly meetings and A.R.E.S. Net information are free to the public

Members of the Brighton FFA Ag Sales Team placed first in the Agriculture Sales Career Development Event sponsored

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CHS FFA wins awards The Covington FFA recently competed in two regional contest as the first nine weeks of the school year came to a close.

On Tuesday, October 2nd, the Covington FFA competed in the West Tennessee Soils Judging Contest at Ames Plantation in Grand Junction, Tennessee. This competition consists of the students learning about soil texture, drainage, erosion, slope, depth of the soil, classification of the soil, and crop yields. The team did extremely well, as they were second in the district and fifth in West Tennessee.

Jeffrey Sartain was the 8th highest student out of 108 students in the competition.

Several members of the team also represented the Tipton County 4H Senior Team, and they finished 5th as well in West Tennessee out of 31 4H teams. Tyler Rowland was the high individual in the entire 4H contest with a score of 345.

The chapter also had two members in the junior high contest (Stephen Sartain and Catherine Turner) and were recognized as the 1st place team in the junior high divison. On Saturday, October 6th, the Covington FFA competed in the West Tennessee Agriculture Sales Competition at Dyersburg High School.

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Commissioner Henry visits Tipton County Adult Developmental Center

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Jim Henry, the state's Commissioner of the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilitie, paid a visit to the Tipton County Adult Development Center in Covington on Tuesday to highlight the center's need to raise money for expansion and improvements.

Tipton County Executive Jeff Huffman, Sen. Mark Norris and others were on hand to discuss how to help the center that aids adults with special needs.

"I'm here today to raise awareness across the state to raise awareness to these kinds of difficulties," Henry said.

He added that because of state budgetary concerns, he and others are reaching out to the community for help.

"We're trying to lend all the support we can," he said. "This is exactly the kind of center we want to help."

Norris called the efforts "consciousness raising."

"Many hands make lifting easier."

The center's executive director, Martha Drumwright, said many people in the community are not aware that the center even exists.

"After high school, they need a place to go," she said.

Huffman said the county, which already subsidizes the center annually and helps in other ways, is looking in to posssibly donating land for a new facility.

In the top photo, Commissioner Jim Henry talks with a group of people in attendance on Tuesday. In the bottom photos, pictured are, from left, Jeff Huffman, Sen. Mark Norris, Audrie Clark, Martha Drumwright and Jim Henry. Photos by Jeff Ireland

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District champs Munford edges Brighton for league title

Brighton's Shady Ross, left, and Munford Maggie Johnson get in position to gain possession of a loose ball during action Friday afternoon in Munford. The Lady Cougars won 1-0 to clinch the regular season district title. Photo by Jeff Ireland

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Weather got in the way of Friday night's soccer showdown between Munford and Brighton.

Rain and lightning hit Munford around 7:15 p.m. with the Lady Cougars leading 1-0.

The game was called early in the second half about 9:15 and Munford to 1-0 win over its county and district rivals.

“This is not the way anyone wanted the game to end,” said Munford coach Richard Selby, “but the bottom line is both Brighton and Munford have their first district (tournament) games at home and then we have to focus on each other to win a district championship.”

Munford (11-5-1 overall, 3-0 district) will be the top seed in the disSEE SOCCER, PAGE B3

Chargers rout Haywood, remain perfect Covington keeps rolling in game with long delays

By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com

Covington's Tyrone Tipton lays a hit on Haywood quarterback Bryce Young during action Friday night in Brownsville. Covington moved to 7-0 on the season with a 42-6 win. Photo by Phil Ramsey - covingtonchargerfootball.com

CHS runners fare well

“We are staying until this one is finished.”

That was Charger head coach Marty Wheeler’s message from the locker room during the second lightning delay last Friday in Covington’s 42-6 rout of the Haywood Tomcats.

Charger lightning struck first in the form of a Tyrone Tipton interception of Bryce Young on the opening play of the game.

Tipton returned the pick to the Haywood 22 and three plays later Aretavious Brown plowed in from four yards out with the first of his three touchdowns on the night with 11:40 left in the first quarter.

Natural lightning struck at the 1:54 mark of the first quarter, suspending play.

Players returned to warm up at 9 pm and lined up to resume play only to have another delay.

Play resumed at 9:45 with Covington at the Haywood 18. Johnston White punched in his lone score of the night as the quarter expired and CHS (7-0 overall, 4-0 District 13-AA) led 14-0.

Tipton scored on a 14-yard run in the second quarter to give the Chargers a 21-0 lead at the half as the rain returned.

It was all CHS in the third period, as the Tomcats (2-5, 0-4) had no answers for the Covington offense.

Brown scored on runs of 60 and four yards to get the clock running under the mercy rule with the Chargers up 35-0.

Jalen Henderson added a six-yard TD run in the fourth period and Bobby Van Cleve remained perfect on the season when he drilled his sixth PAT for a 42-0 lead.

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By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com Covington's cross country runners turned in their best performances of the season in a meet at Hardin County on Sept 26.

Alexis Johnson had her first top ten finish this year. Kate Armstrong and Kaitlyn Poole were close behind.

Jamerio Mitchell turned in a fourth-place finish on the men’s side.

Logan Lanley finished 18th and Mychal Bandy came in 26th.

Team members turned in personal bests at the Dyer County meet on Oct. 2.

Johnson, Armstrong and Poole led the way for the ladies. Mitchell was the top finisher on the men’s side.

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FOOTBALL ROUNDUP

Rebels take down Middleton on the road Brighton shuts out Carver

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Tipton-Rosemark's defense stepped up in a big way Friday night in Middleton.

The Rebels came up with a couple of key goal line stands and held Middleton scoreless in a 13-0 win.

“Defensively,” TRA coach Dodd Gengenbach said, “that was one of the best games we've played in the last couple of years.”

The first goal line stand came in the second quarter with TRA (2-5) leading 3-0. The second came in the fourth quarter.

TRA quarterback Austin Chambers scored on a one-yard sneak in the fourth quarter to extend the Rebels' lead to 13 points.

Field goals of 24 and 27 yards in the first half by Ethan Carpenter gave the Rebels a 6-0 lead at the half.

“It's definitely a good win for our program,” said Gengenbach. “These guys have worked hard this year. We have a lot of young guys playing in key spots because of injuries and they have really stepped up.”

The Rebels will host Jackson Christian School on Friday for senior night.

In other area action: Brighton moved to 4-3 on the season with a 30-0 win over Carver (0-8) in a game that was called after one quarter because of lightning.

Dickerson scored on runs four and 39 yards and caught a 29-yard TD pass form Brady Stewart.

Thaddeus Currie added a 24-yard TD run.

Dickerson finished with 88 yards on 10 carries and Stewart was 3-for-5 passing for 72 yards.

Brighton held Carver to 14 yards of offense.

Brighton's Austin Chapman follows the lead of Blue Currie (27) and Montavo Terry during action Friday night against Carver. Below, Brighton quarterback Brady Stewart scoops up a fumble in the rain that started right after kickoff. Brighton won, 30-0. Photos by Jeff Ireland

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By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Several local boxers will be in action Oct. 16 at the New Daisy Theater in Memphis.

Donnell Wiggins, a Covington native who has held WBC and NABL world title belts, will fight in the cruiser weight division.

Malcolm Terry Jr., who is a senior at Brighton High School, will fight in the welter weight division and Brighton's Ira Terry will be in action in a feather weight bout.

Laferral Bunting, a Memphis native and former IBA champ who competed in a series on Showtime, will also be in

action.

Covington's Chris Rudd may also fight, said Malcolm Terry Sr., who is promoting the event.

“This is going to be a really big event,” said Terry Sr. “We're asking everybody to come out and support these local guys.”

The event is raising money for several charities, including St. Jude Target House, Boys and Girls Club, 100 Junior Black Men, Men of Distinction and Precious Gems.

Terry Sr. said general admission for the event is sold out, but ringside and other reserved seating tickets are still available.

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Continued from B1 Wheeler and assistant Matt Shearon had expressed concerns about the abilities of Haywood’s skill players on offense. The threat did not materialize.

Haywood managed only 102 yards of total offense. Their lone score came on a 70-yard fumble return for a TD by Jalen Ellison with less than three minutes remaining.

The Chargers put up 251 yards offensively. Brown had 111 yards on 11 car-

ries and White added 95 yards.

“A wet, sloppy miserable night,” Wheeler said. “I am pleased that we came out and took care of business with all the distractions.”

The Chargers return home tomorrow night against District 13-AA foe Obion County with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m.

Covington's final three games of the regular season are all at home.

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Continued from B1 trict tournament and will host Jackson North Side on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the semifinals.

The title game is scheduled for Thursday.

Munford controlled most of the first half and scored on when Maggie Billings headed in a loose ball in the 22nd minute.

Brighton had a few chances to score later in the half, but Munford keeper

Alex Selby made some key saves and never allowed the Lady Cardinals to get the equalizer.

“We played very well and maintained solid passing, but we know that we have to improve to them in the tournament,” Richard Selby said. “Jackson North Side has continued to improve throughout the season and will have to play at our beat them.”

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Celebrating Newspapers

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Deverell filled many roles in 44 years at The Leader

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Editor's note: National Newspaper Week is Oct. 7-13. In celebration of that, all this month we will feature former employees of The Leader and ask them to look back on their lives in the newspaper business.

Bill Terry Deverell was known as a nose-to-the-grindstone kind of employee during his 44 years of employment at The Leader.

One of his favorite stories from the old days illustrates this perfectly.

One day his co-worker, the late Rodney Eubank, walked back into the office where Deverell was working and proclaimed that he smelled gas.

“Why don't you light a match,” Deverell joked, never looking up from his work.

Well, as Deverell tells the story, Eubank lit a match and a wall near Deverell immediately went up in flames.

While Eubank scrambled around to find some water, Deverell calmly pulled a fire extinguisher off the wall, put out the fire and, without

saying a word, went back to He also played two seasons The pay: $1 an hour and $1.50 work. of football at UT-Martin. an hour for overtime.

Putting out fires was one “To be honest, I think that As a strong ex-athlete, he of the many roles Deverell was one of the reasons they helped carry around 50-pound filled at The Leader from 1959 hired me … because of footplates with letters arranged on to 2003. ball,” says Deverell. “There top that took hours to place Deverell, 73, started workwas no pay for it. Your pay and could easily be dislodged. ing in the bindery, “The boss said if as most newbies did you drop it,” Deverback then, when he ell says, “just keep was 19. on going (out the Over the years he door).” also worked in the When one of the camera room, helped area's first off-set run the press and laid presses was purout the headlines one chased, newspaletter at a time in the pers from all round 1960s. the area – Ripley, He was also a Brownsville, Colliersupervisor in the ville, Millington and print shop and PhoCarruthersville, Mo., toshopped photos just to name a few later in his career as – came to The Leader technology advanced. to get their papers On one of his first printed. days on the job, he “There was a lady was asked to keep who took the ferry stats at a high school from Caruthersville football game. every week because That role made perthere wasn't a bridge fect sense considering Deverell looks at some equipment he used to work on during a back then,” Deverell he was an all-confer- recent visit to The Leader office. Photo by Jeff Ireland says. “She had this ence halfback at Byars big hat … like someHall High School from 1956 to was a free ticket to the game.” body from the Roaring '20s.”

1957, helping the team to two In the early days at The LeadHe still reads newspapers undefeated seasons and Big er, Deverell worked 44 hours a from time to time. He can't Ten Conference titles. week, including some nights. help but notice that, even

with all of the technology today, sometimes print jobs on pictures aren't as good as they were in his day.

“Everybody's in a rush now,” says Deverell. “That's probably why. I think that's what's wrong with the world now.”

These days Deverell spends his spare time crappie fishing with friend Eddie Griffith and one of his former co-workers, Jack Harris Sr. He's also very active at First Baptist Church and tries to spend time with his two grown daughters, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Deverell realizes there were more lucrative job opportunities out there for him over the years, and he was recruited to leave The Leader more than once.

But he feels good about the choices he made.

“We had a lot of fun and met a lot of people,” Deverell says.

“We never did make a lot of money, but we fed our families, made a living and enjoyed what we did.”

In the left photo, from left, Wallace Mathis, Weir, Deverell and an unidentified man work on the paper. At right, Deverell and Kitty Jennings share a lighter moment Photos courtesy Bill Terry Deverell

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"God-sized project" gift to area from local Baptist churches

By SANDRA MADDOX Big Hatchie Baptist Association Did you receive one?

Every home in Tipton County and many homes in Lauderdale County did.

Through 700 participants, the Big Hatchie Baptist Association distributed 28,600 packets to homes in two counties on Saturday, Sept. 22.

Organizers say only 15 packets were refused.

The door hanger pack-

ets contained a DVD about Jesus, an invitation to the upcoming crusade called "Real Life - It's Your Choice," a tract about eternal life and a listing of 44 churches in the association who have helped sponsor the event.

The reason for the door packets is Jesus, and the main events coming soon to this area are the crusades. The free events will take place at 7 p.m. at Ripley High School on Oct. 14-15 and at Brigh-

ton High School from Oct. 16-18.

Five billboards along Hwy. 51 bring attention to the crusades, giving the times and locations as well as announcing the featured speaker and musician. Preview material online (reallifeitsyourchoice.com) hints of dramatic stories to be heard at the meetings.

The members of Big Hatchie Baptist Association have been working on the project for more than four years.

Bro. Stan Smith, director of missions, calls the project "God-sized" and said there have been many people who have helped to see the project through.

Association churches are praying for 3,000 people to decide to follow Jesus Christ at the combined crusades this month.

"We're excited about what's still to come," he said.

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The word became flesh raised up Lazarus and others, but it means that He has the pre-eminence among them all. He is the John 1:14-18 first and is the head over all. He has this same pre-eminence in the John tells us that the Word be- resurrection in that He is the first came flesh, which ties in with who rose from the dead to immorverses one and two and means tality; Jesus rose to die no more. that God became man. There are Grace and truth apply to Jesus many who say that Jesus retained as the author of perfect redempHis position of God even as He be- tion and perfect revelation. Grace came a man. Philippians 2:7 tells through the work of Jesus on the us, “but made Himself of no repu- cross we see the revelation of our tation, taking the form Father as a Father of of a bondservant, and love through Him who coming in the likeness is life, and Truth by of men”. Jesus emptied Him who is Light reHimself of all that made veals our Father as a Him God when He beGod of light. came a man. To say that John tells us, “This Jesus “dwelt among us was He of whom I said, tells us that His earthHe who comes after me ly existence was not a is preferred before me, fleeting or deceptive for He was before me”. appearance, but rather Here, John tells us what RALPH A. KELLEY a sustained and continthe relationship is beued existence as a man. tween him and Jesus.

John tells us that “we” beheld His The difference is between God and glory, meaning not only the dis- man, between time and eternity, ciples, but others. The word ‘be- between Truth and lies, between held’ means He was under careful good and evil and between the serexamination of what is before one vant and the Master. And by using to understand it’s significance. Je- the word “before”, John shows his sus was studied under all possible understanding of the pre-existence conditions, both favorable and un- of Christ and the eternity of the favorable, and I believe Jesus was Word. willing to be questioned and obWhat is the fullness that John served. Jesus, in all things, is the speaks of? We have to ask oursource of authority and power, and selves what is ours that we have is everything that is considered to done ourselves or given ourselves. sustain the order of the universe What of our energy, our strength, and to save the world. Also, as the our health and our intelligence? first begotten, meaning He is the The great artists and sculptures first begotten from the dead, He is have no cause to brag, because all at the head of those who rise from skills and abilities come from our their graves. This does not mean Lord. Can we make a tree or a leaf that He was the first one who rose or a blade of grass or even a rock? from the dead, for He Himself No! Whether we recognize it or

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To submit something to this section, call Echo Day at 901476-7116 or send an email to eday@covingtonleader.com.

October 12-14 Josh and Ashley Franks will perform at Westside Assembly of God Church at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12 and Saturday, Oct. 13 and at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14.

October 13 River of Life Assembly of God Church will host an arts and crafts festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors will have plenty of handmade and baked items for sale.

The church is located at 220 Beaver Road in Munford.

Macedonia UMC, 11508 Macedonia Road, Arlington, is having its annual fall barbecue from 4-7 p.m. Whole shoulders are $45 pre-order.

BBQ plate includes dessert and drink for $8. 212-9065.

October 14 The Finchers will present a concert of gospel music at 6 p.m. at Central Christian Church, Covington.

October 21 Pastor T. Ray Greer, Jr and the Salem M.B. Church will be celebrating its 144th Church Anniversary at 1:30 P.M. Pastor James Powell and the Cedar Grove Church will be their guests.

Afternoon service begins at 1:30 PM. All former members and friends are invited to attend.

Harvest Central Assembly of God will have its homecoming at 10:30 a.m.

Guest speaker will be Rev. J.L. Campbell. Event will also feature Southern Gospel singing. Church is located at 9703 Hwy. 59 South, Mason.

October 27 An all-church fall fest will take place at 6 p.m. in the Central Christian Church fellowship hall, Covington.

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not, whether we believe it or not, all things that we have, come from our Father.

Jesus was not only greater than John the Baptist, but also rises above Moses, the giver of the Law. What this means is that grace and truth through our Lord Jesus, far exceeds anything in the old covenant. The patriarchs under the old covenant, all of the imposing ceremonies of the Jewish system as well as all of the prophecies of the Old Testament were all fulfilled in the person of Jesus.

"No one has seen God at any time. The only begotten Son, who is in the bosom of the Father, He has declared Him". If no one has seen God, how can man come to true knowledge of God? This verse declares that Jesus has given to man a true and faithful revelation of our Father. So, since our Father cannot be know through human sensory perception, our Father is revealed to man by and through Jesus, His Son. And how do we know this? John tells us that the most intimate union and identity with God the Father on the part of Jesus. He is in the bosom of the Father. The bosom of the Father is not a literal place or location, but as a state of existence, an attitude. When we say that we are in Christ, we do not mean physically, but rather we are spiritually in Him and He is spiritually in us and with us as true believers. The revelation of Jesus was not something whispered in secret, but His revelation brought about the ability for man to be reconciled to God. His very life being the Light to all people.

November 4 Central Christian Church, Covington, will be celebrating its 90th anniversary.

$25 per adult, $10 per child and up to $20 for a family.

For more information, call 476-5857 or 385-4327.

ON-GOING An exercise class meets each Tuesday and Thursday at Central Christian Church, 400 S. Maple, Covington, at 6 p.m. No charge. Everyone welcome.

Central Christian Church Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning worship 10:45 a.m. and Sunday Evening worship at 6 p.m.

Youth and adult Bible Study meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at 400 S. Maple Street.

First Baptist Church Covington will host Awana every Sunday evening at 5 p.m. This group is open to children from PreK3 to sixth grade.

First Baptist Church Covington will have Upward Soccer Saturday mornings through October for ages PreK3 through fifth grade.

Applications may be picked up in the church office. Cost is $60.

A community Bible study will be held Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Gateway Baptist Church in Atoka. This year's study includes Hebrews, 1st and 2nd Thessalonians and Galatians. Classes are available for children up through five years of age. Registration is

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Paradise Baptist Church will be hosting a free fitness program for the public every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. at 520 Simonton St., in Covington. All ages are welcome, and the public is invited. For more details, please email pastor, Minister Shelia Bryant at MinisterSBryant@yahoo.com or call the church at 491-7061.

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EMPLOYMENT Drivers

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COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL Comm./Indust. ProPerty for rent 802

Drivers: CDL-A 3000 miles/week Average!! Earn up to 42cpm.

Superior Equipment!! Insurance, Family Owned! Call: 888-206-3752

For rent: Doctors office building, approx 2400 sq feet. 534 Munford Atoka Ave. Munford, TN. Please cal 371-6004 or 581-2892

Opies Transport, Inc. Eldon MO Memphis TN Hiring drivers with 1 yr OTR exp. $2,000 sign on bonus. 800341-9963 or Opiestransport.com

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Wing Basket now hiring all ppositions. Apply in person. 713 N. Main. No phone calls!

PETS & LIVESTOCK Dogs, Cats & supplies 201 Lab Puppies for Sale AKC Lab puppies for sale. $300 cash. Go to http://gravleylabpuppies.weebly.com or call 901-569-0102 for more information.

MERCHANDISE Furniture/Home Decor 313 For Sale, Cherry table, $300. Small Oak chest, $75. White storm door, $25. Susan 901-848-4756.

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AUTUMN HILLS $250 Deposit 4 - Bedroom, 2 - Full Baths

Now Leasing $550/mo.

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For rent • 2bd/1.5ba Townhouse • 3bd/2ba House • Section 8 Welcome!

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Necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings - We buy guns too!!! 837-2274.

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PROFESSIONAL Joe’s Bushogging

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Snapper Dealership

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476-4419

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Divorce Uncontested simple - No Children Court Cost Not Included

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REAL ESTATE Before you Buy a new manufactured. check out the deals at easy homes llc <3 way> humBoldt, tn 731-784-5033 NEW 4BD 2BA DBLWiDE, DEL SET AND A/C WOW $49995! 100% FiNANCiNG WiTH A CLEAr DEED. EASY LiViNG HOMES LLC. <3WAY> HUMBOLDT, TN 731-784-5033 Homes for sale

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BECOME DIETARY MANAGER (average annual salary $45,423) in eight months in online program offered

by Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton. Details www.ttcelizabethton.edu, 1-888-986-2368 or email patricia.roark@ttcelizabethton. edu. (TnScan)

AUCTIONS FARM EQUIPMENT - AUCTION - John Deere tractors, balers, etc.

2009 Dodge 3500 - 10k miles - Absolute Auction: Oct. 13th - 10am Centerville, TN - Grays Bend Rd. HudginsAuctions.com (866) 483-4467 - FL5232 (TnScan)

DIVORCE SERVICES DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT children $99.00. Includes name change and property settlement agreement.

SAVE hundreds. Fast and easy. Call 1-888-733-7165, 24/7 (TnScan) Financial HAVING HARD TIMES? Financial Assistance Available Today! Contact The Angel Charity at 1-888-791-7798 or apply at www.TheAngelCharity. com (TnScan)

HEALTH HEALTH INSURANCE FOR preexisting Conditions / Affordable. *No Medical Questions. *All Pre-existing OK. *Hospitalization / Surgery *Doctor visits / Wellness / Dental / Vision / RX. Real Insurance - Not a discount plan. Licensed Agent 00763829. Call 1-877-323-0332. (TnScan)

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LOOKING FOR Calvin Hawkins, Jr., Regarding child. Please call 901481-5326.

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DRIVING FOR A CAREER – No Experience? No Problem! 2 Weeks Local training in Jackson, TN or Dyersburg, TN. *Great Pay *Benefits *Job Security *Student Tuition Loans Available *Placement Assistance. Drive-Train 119 E. L. Morgan Dr. Jackson, TN 1-800-4238820 or Drive-Train 2045 St. John Ave. Dyersburg, TN 1-800-4232730 www.drive-train.org (TnScan) NOW HIRING: COMPANIES DESPERATELY need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential.

Fee required. Info. 1-985-646-1700 Dept. TN-1196 (TnScan)

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120 Simonton St., Covington 3br, 1ba, $575mn. Call Tim 901-4754797.

2 bedrooms, 1bath, Munford Schools, appliances not provided., $625 month, $625 deposit, Sharon 490-8203 2- Houses for rent. 406 Bledsoe, Cov. 2br, 1ba, $600mn, $600dep.

AND 35 Laverne, Atoka. 3br, 2ba, $750mn, $750dep. 901-828-2015.

4br, 2 full baths, CHA, large lot. 231 Turner Lane, Covington. $900/mn.

NO SECTION 8! 901-238-8768 or 901-239-1208.

6br, 2ba, in Mason area, good schools. $750mn plus $750dep. Call 901-634-6334.

Brighton house, 2br, 1ba, den& living room, appliances furnished. $650mn, plus deposit. Call 901-301-3578.

Duplexes: 2 BR $500 mo., 3 BR $600 mo. No Pets. Call 901-8372305 or 901- 553-3857. Also 2-3br houses in Munford.

House For Rent, 47 Brighton Village Loop, Brighton. 3Bedroom, Two Bath 2 Car Garage, Harwood Floors, Ceramic Tile Floors, Whirlpool Tub. $1000.00 per month, $500.00 deposit. 901-476-7761 Newly Remodeled 3br, 1ba, 941 Hatchie St. Cov. $500dep, $500mn.

901-476-6960, 901-212-1425.

Newly remodeled, Duplex, 2br, 1ba, 231-B Haynie. Covington. $450/mn, $450/dep. 901-476-6960 or 901-2121425.

Mobile HoMes for rent 903 2BR mobile home for rent in the Brighton area. 476-7632.

2br, 1ba, SWMH on 1 acre. Burlison. $475mn, $475dep. Small pet OK. 901-835-4447.

3br 2ba MH Gainsville Community.

Brighton School district. $500mn, $400dep. 901-239-6566 3br, 2b DW on one acre, Munford area. Tipton County schools. $700/mn, $500dep. 901-239-6566.

Brighton, 3br, 2ba, Water furnished. $725mn. $600dep. NO PETS!!! Call 901-476-1538.

Mobile home for rent, 2373 Bud Eubanks Rd. 2br, 1ba, $375mn., $375dep. 901-493-4334.

STATEWIDES ADOPTION ADOPT: OUR OPEN ARMS and loving hearts are ready to welcome a baby into our warm and nurturing home. Expenses paid. Nancy & Charlie 1-866-953-6670 www.bighopesforalittleone.com (TnScan) ADOPT: A HAPPILY married couple seeks to adopt. We’ll provide your baby with love, laughter, education, security. Wonderful extended fam-

LOOKING FOR AREA REPRESENTATIVES familiar with local communities/schools. Place/monitor high school foreign exchange students.

Part time supplemental income, incentive bonus, travel opportunities.

We welcome families to call about hosting too! Call today to apply. (855) 704-3342 or email patlittrellstudentexchange@gmail.com (TnScan)

HELP WANTED - DRIVERS DRIVERS REGIONAL FLATBED HOME Every Weekend, 40-45 CPM, Class A CDL Required, Flatbed Load Training Available, Tuition Reimbursement 1-800-992-7863 ext.

158 www.mcelroytrucklines.com (TnScan) “GET UP- DRIVE A TRUCK” Milan Express Driving Academy *Student Loans & Placement Assistance Available “Qualified Applicants” 1-800645-2698 www.milanexpress.com/ drivingacademy 53D E.L. Morgan Dr., Jackson, TN 38305 (TnScan) OWNER OPERATORS DEDICATED RUNS Class-A CDL & 1yr experience. Greatcare plan options for: Major Medical, Retirement, Wellness & Business Svcs. Lease Purchase Program w/ Down Payment Assistance.

866-566-2133 DriveForGreatwide. com (TnScan) OTR TEAM DRIVERS, DKMZ Trucking Inc. has openings for FedEx Olive Branch and Memphis hubs.

Drivers average $1000+ week. 2012 plus Volvos. 731-885-6044 (TnScan)

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED Now! Learn to drive for US Xpress!

Earn $800 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks! 1-888-407-5172 (TnScan) JOIN THE SCHILLI COMPANIES New Pay Package!!! Van and Flatbed Positions Class A CDL 1yr rec. OTR Exp. Min. 23 yrs old 1-877-261-2101 www.schilli.com (TnScan) FedEx GROUND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR hiring Qualified Class A CDL drivers. 1 year Experience with in the last 3 yrs, clean MVR, background, and drug screen.

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Apply Now! 888-362-8608 AVERITTcareers.com Equal Opportunity Employer (TnScan) OTR/CDL CLASS A DRIVERS, Singles- Teams- Owners Ops, Multiple Locations at Ryder Facilities in TN. USA/Canada Routes. Good Home Time. Excellent Pay with Monthly Bonus and Good Benefits. www.catconcord.com Call 1-800-869-2434 x16 Ron Hettrick (TnScan) DRIVERS/ CLASS A FLATBED Get Home Weekends! Up to 39/mi, Late model equipment & Big Miles! 1yr OTR Flatbed experience, 1-800572-5489 x227, Sunbelt Transport (TnScan) DRIVERS OTR DRIVERS Sign On Bonus $1,000 - $1,200 Up to 45 CPM Full-time Positions with Benefits!

Pet Policy O/O’s Welcome! deBoer Transportation 800-825-8511 www. deboertrans.com (TnScan) DRIVERS: NO EXPERIENCE? CLASS A CDL Driver Training. We train and Employ! Experienced Drivers also Needed! Central Refrigerated (877) 369-7191 www.centraltruckdrivingjobs.com (TnScan) DRIVERS: CDL-A EXPERIENCE PAYS! Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus, Tuition reimbursement up to $6000 New student pay And lease program Call or Apply Online! 877-521-5775 www.USATruck.jobs (TnScan) DRIVERS - CDL-A DRIVERS NEEDED! 50¢ / mile for Hazmat Teams! Solos start @ 36¢/mile 1 yr. exp. req’d 800-942-2104 Ext. 7308 or 7307 www.Drive4Total.com (TnScan) TANKER & FLATBED INDEPENDENT Contractors! Immediate Placement Available. Best Opportunities in the trucking business. Call Today 800-277-0212 or www.primeinc.com (TnScan) DRIVER: CDL-A VAN & Flatbed *New Pay Package! *Very New Trucks *Benefits After 30 Days *Great Miles, Pay *Dependable Hometime *Start Immediately! CDL Graduates Needed! 877-917-2266 drivewithwestern. com (TnScan) DRIVERS - HIRING EXPERIENCED / INEXPERIENCED Tanker Drivers!

Earn up to $.51 per Mile! New Fleet Volvo Tractors! 1 Year OTR Exp. Req. - Tanker Training Available.

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SPORTING GOODS GUN SHOW OCT. 13-14 Sat. 9-5 & Sun. 9-4 - Murfreesboro, Mid TN Expo Center (1209 Park Ave) Exit 81 Off I-24. Buy - Sell - Trade. Info: (563) 927-8176 (TnScan)

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING WORKS! ONE call & your 25 word ad will appear in 95 Tennessee newspapers for $265/wk or 23 West TN newspapers for $95/wk. Call Teri at 476-7116

Deadline is Tuesday at 10:00a.m. for Thursday edition $11.00 for 15 words or less .30¢ per word over 15

$13.20 per column inch 1x1 minimum size $13.20

YARD SALE LISTINGS Fri., Sat. Oct. 12&13.

8-until. Cornerstone church. 8041 Mt. Carmel Rd.

Oct. 13, 8-? 62 Wortham Rd., Atoka.

Home interiors, TV, small refrigerator, etc.

Yard Sale Saturday, October 13, 7-1.

Furniture, decorations, clothes, etc. 285 Charles Ave. Munford

4 family inside barn sale.

Rain or shine. Thurs, 10/11 and Fri, 10/12.

9511 Austin Peay Hwy., Rosemark area. 7am-?

Oct. 12 & 13 168 Rolling Hills Lake Dr. off McWilliams & Charles McKee 8-?

Lots of items cheap!

Yard Sale Fri, Oct 12 & Sat, Oct 13 8am to 1pm 120 Harmon Cove (West of Atoka-Idaville on Hwy 14, Left on McQuiston, Right on Harmon Cove)

Huge Yard Sale! 815 Peeler Rd. off Hwy 51, Covington. Lots of bargains, Fall & Christmas. Fri. & Sat.

Enormous Garage Sale/ Mini Flea Market Garage sale with all proceeds to go to fund adoption.

Items donated from at least 10 families.

Lots of furniture, tools household items. Fri./ Sat. Oct. 12th-13th 7am- ? 161 Gladman in Brighton

Moving sale, 96 Charles McKee Place, Covington. Sat. Boat trailer, & Dog trailer.

9am. 901-481-7410.

YARD SALE, 8541 Hwy 59 W. Sat. 7-4 Infant Boy clothing, baby swing, bouncy, walker, other. Ladies Clothing, Jewelry, including Sara Coventry. Card Table/chairs..bric-a-brac.

Squires Grove Annual neighborhood yard sale. Off Tracy Rd. in Atoka, behind Fastimes on Rosemark. Oct. 13th. 7am-2pm. 30+ sales in one neighborhood.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated MAY 18, 2007, executed

by BOBBY G. BOSWELL (A/K/A BOBBY GENE BOSWELL) AND PATSY BOSWELL, to MONTE S. CONNELL, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1344, PAGE 132, AS CORRECTED BY SCRIVENER’S AFFIDAVITS OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1354, PAGE 881 AND RECORD BOOK 1394, PAGE 905, for the benefit of AMERICAN MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, being the present owner/holder or authorized agent, designee or servicer of the holder/ owner of said indebtedness, has requested foreclosure proceedings to be instituted; and as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: LOT 7 OF CEDAR POINT ESTATES SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET B, SLIDE 3, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO BOBBY G. BOSWELL, BY DEED DATED MAY 18, 2007 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1344, PAGE 129, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. SEE ALSO AFFIDAVIT OF AFFIXATION (MANUFACTURED HOME) OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1354, PAGE 877, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 154 CEDAR POINT ROAD, DRUMMONDS, TENNESSEE 38023.

MAP 114M GROUP A PARCEL 007.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS WHICH TAKE PRIORITY OVER THE DEED OF TRUST UNDER WHICH THIS FORECLOSURE SALE INS CONDUCTED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL

ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 671-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5-117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE T RU S T E E / S U B S T I T U T E TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: PATSY BOSWELL THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, September 25, 2012.

This is improved property known as 154 CEDAR POINT ROAD, DRUMMONDS, TENNESSEE 38023.

J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-0964

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated March 30, 2009, executed by RICHARD L WARREN SR AND DAWN M WARREN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, conveying certain real property therein described to RALPH HENSON as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on April 6, 2009, as Instrument No. 126746, in Book 1432, at Page 605; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclose (“Notice”) was given in compliance with Tennessee law by the mailing a copy of the Notice to the parties at least sixty (60) days prior to the first publication of the Substitute Trustee’s Sale. WHEREAS, the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., having been appointed by as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as Substitute Trustee or its duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on October 18, 2012, 11:00 AM at the Tipton County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: LOT 13 OF SULLIVAN HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD AT PLAT CABINET D, SLIDE 141, IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. PARCEL#143A A 01300 000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 142 MILLIE LN, ATOKA, TN 38004. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control.

CURRENT OWNER(S): RICHARD L WARREN SR AKA RICHARD LEWIS WARREN, SR. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: DAWN M WARREN The sale of the above-de-

scribed property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; 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 to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time.

The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.

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 Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose.

RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2-9840407 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (866) 681-5002 Registered Agent: CT Corporation System 800 South Gay Street, Suite 2021 Knoxville, TN 37929 Tel: (865) 342-3522 TS#: 12-0052754 FEI # 1006.168695 09/27/2012, 10/04/2012, 10/11/2012

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed June 2, 2008 by Shannon B. Perry, a married woman to Jeanine B. Saylor, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1398, Page 623, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Midfirst Bank, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Thursday, October 18, 2012 commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Front (North) Door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to wit: Situated in County of Tipton, State of Tennessee.

Lot 100, Templeton Farms Subdivision, Section D, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 424, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property.

Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117.

Tax Parcel ID: 07-128GA100.00 Property Address: 37 Clay Cove, Atoka, TN. All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower 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.

ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 1882-096654-FC Published: September 27, October 4, October 11

SUCCESSOR

TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid in a certain Deed of Trust executed on September 11, 2000 by Joshua K. Lawrence and Candice Lawrence to Thomas D. Forrester, Trustee as same appears of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 913, Page 112, the beneficiary being InSouth Bank.

Subsequently STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. was appointed successor trustee in Book 1483, Page 271; and the owner of the debt secured having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will on Friday, October 19, 2012 commencing at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, and proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property to wit: Lot 75, Section C, Quito Estates Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Cabinet C, Slides 46 and 47A, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot.

Property address: 138 Sunshine Drive, Millington, Tennessee This sale is subject to 2010 and 2011 county taxes.

All right and equity of redemption, Statutory and otherwise, homestead and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but Stone, Higgs & Drexler, P.C. will sell and convey only as successor trustee.

This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

STONE, HIGGS & DREXLER, P.C. Successor-Trustee BY: Roger A. Stone, President

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Sale at public auction will be on Thursday, October 18, 2012, at 10:00 AM prevailing time at the Front (North) Door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee.

VA Loan #202060456604. The owner of the debt is Midfirst Bank.

Realty to be sold under the provisions of a Deed of Trust executed by Yvonne Laraine Seginak, a single female, Grantors, is located in Tipton County, Tennessee and designated as: Lot 3, of Marshall Acres, Section A, as recorded at Plat Cabinet C, Slide 18, said property being located on the east side of Marshall Road, having a 60 foot total right of way and being situated in the Seventh Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee.

Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117.

Tax Parcel ID: 07-081MB003.00 & 003.00T 001 Other Interested Parties: Associates Financial Services Company of Tennessee, Inc. improved and known as 2714 Marshall Road, Atoka, TN (a/k/a 2714 Marshall Road, Munford, TN) Deed of Trust recorded in Book 817, Page 381, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee.

Terms of sale will be public auction, for cash, free and clear of the rights of homestead, redemption and dower, and the rights of Yvonne Laraine Seginak, a single female, and those claiming through them, subject to any accrued taxes and restrictions which may be of record in the said Register’s Office.

ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee pursuant to Appointment of Substitute Trustee of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee ARNOLD M. WEISS, Attorney at Law

Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38103 (901) 526 8296 File # 1882-096655-FC Published: September 27, October 4, October 11

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated June 24, 2005, executed by THOMAS JACKSON AN UN-MARRIED MAN, conveying certain real property therein described to KATHRYN L. HARRIS as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on July 1, 2005, as Instrument No. 74549, in Book 1214, at Page 201; see also, Order Granting Default Judgment Reforming Trust Deed recorded 4/30/2012 in Book 1549, Page 5 and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-HE7, who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclose (“Notice”) was given in compliance with Tennessee law by the mailing a copy of the Notice to the parties at least sixty (60) days prior to the first publication of the Substitute Trustee’s Sale.

WHEREAS, the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, having been appointed by as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee on June 26, 2012.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, as Substitute Trustee or its duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on October 18, 2012, 11:00 AM at the Tipton County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: TRACT I: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN FOUND AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MARVIN HAYES (355/367), SAID POINT BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF F.F. WHITE IN THE SOUTH LINE OF DAN MCLENNAN (187/583), THENCE SOUTH 90 DEGREES 00’00” EAST, 157.84 FEET ALONG MCLENNAN’S SOUTH LINE TO AN IRON PIN SET AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THIS PARTITION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 42’44” WEST, 273.39 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THIS PARTITION TO AN IRON PIN SET AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THIS PARTITION; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00’00” WEST, 160.86 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THIS PARTITION TO AN IRON PIN SET TO THE EAST LINE OF F. F. WHITE; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 20’44” EAST, 273.45 FEET ALONG WHITE’S EAST LINE AND FOLLOWING THE ALIGNMENT OF A POST AND WIRE FENCE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ENCOMPASSING 1.00 ACRE OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. THIS BEING A DESCRIPTION OF A 1.00 ACRE PARCEL OF MARVIN HAYES’ 7.12 ACRE TRACT RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 355, PAGE 347 OF THE TIPTON COUNTY REGISTER’S OFFICE. ALL ACCORDING TO A SURVEY BY PITTMAN LAND SURVEYING. #1414, P.O. BOX 1218, MUNFORD, TN 38058, DATES AUGUST 6, 1991. ALSO BEING A PORTION OF THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO MARVIN ALSTON BY DEED RECORDED AT BOOK 666, PAGE 25, OF THE TIPTON COUNTY REGISTER’S OFFICE. TRACT II: BEGINNING AT A COTTON SPINDLE SET

IN THE CENTERLINE OF SADDLER SCHOOL ROAD (40’ WIDE) IN THE SOUTH LINE OF DAN MCLENNAN (197/583), THENCE NORTH 43 DEGREES 58’31” EAST, 308.76 FEET ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE TO A COTTON SPINDLE SET AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THIS PARTITION; THENCE LEAVING THE ROAD AND RUNNING SOUTH 36 DEGREES 27’09” EAST, 285.22 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THIS PARTITION TO AN IRON PIN SET ON THE NORTH LINE OF MARVIN HAYES (355/367); THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00’00” WEST, 157.84 FEET ALONG HAYES’ NORTH LINE FOLLOWING THE GENERAL ALIGNMENT OF A POST AND WIRE FENCE TO AN IRON PIN FOUND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF F.F. WHITE; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 10’14” WEST, 226.13 FEET ALONG WHITE’S NORTH LINE AND FOLLOWING THE ALIGNMENT OF A POST AND WIRE FENCE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ENCOMPASSING 1.00 ACRE OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. BEING A DESCRIPTION OF A 1.00 ACRE PARCEL OF DAN MCLENNAN’S TRACT RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 197, PAGE 583, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE, BEING A PART OF THE SAME PROPERTY RECORDED IN WILL BOOK J, PAGE 295 IN THE CHANCERY COURT CLERK’S OFFICE, ACCORDING TO A SURVEY BY PITTMAN LAND SURVEYING #1414, P.O. BOX 1218, MUNFORD, TN 38058, DATED AUGUST 23, 1991. PARCEL NO. 130-020.02 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 439 SADDLER SCHOOL ROAD, BRIGHTON, TN 38011. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control.

CURRENT OWNER(S): THOMAS RAY JACKSON and THOMAS JACKSON OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; 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 to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time.

The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.

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 Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose.

RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2984-0407 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (866) 681-5002 Registered Agent: CT Corporation System 800 South Gay Street, Suite 2021 Knoxville, TN 37929 Tel: (865) 342-3522 TS#: 07-0060947 FEI # 1006.168716 09/27/2012, 10/04/2012, 10/11/2012

IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE IN RE: ASHTON KNIGHT, DOB: 07/05/2007

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www.covingtonleader.com A Minor Child Under the age of eighteen (18) years CATHY ANN KNIGHT Petitioner, Vs. NO. 12-JV-242 SAMANTHA LEIGH KNIGHT Respondent.

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION IN THIS CAUSE, it appearing from the Amended Petition For Custody and Emergency Temporary Custody, which is sworn to, that the residence and whereabouts of Respondent, Samantha Leigh Knight, cannot be ascertained upon diligent search and inquiry.

It is ordered that said Respondent, Samantha Leigh Knight, file an Answer in the Juvenile Court of Tipton County at Covington, Tennessee, and with Plaintiffs attorney, Jeffery- L. Stimpson, P. O. Drawer H, Munford. Tennessee 38058 on or before Monday, November 19, 2012, or Judgment

by Default may be entered and the cause set for hearing ex parte.

It is further ordered that this notice be published for four consecutive weeks in The Covington Leader, a newspaper published in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee.

This 19 day of September 2012.

Mike Forbess Clerk The Law Office of Jeffery L. Stimpson #11699 Attorney for Petitioner P.O. Drawer H 1512 Munford Ave. Munford, TN 38058 (901) 837-0108

P.C.

Publication dates: 9/27/2012, 10/04/2012, 10/11/2012, 10/18/2012

Order of Publication In the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee No. 29737 The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company Plaintiff vs.

Iain H. Mason, Shirley R. Mason, Richard 1. Montoya, and Cynthia E. Montoya Defendants It appearing from the complaint in this cause which is sworn to that lain H. Mason, Shirley R. Mason, Richard 1. Montoya, and Cynthia E. Montoya’s addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent inquiry.

It is therefore ordered that lain H. Mason, Shirley R. Mason, Richard 1. Montoya, and Cynthia E. Montoya serve upon plaintiffs attorney, Edward D. Russell, whose address is 1906 Acklen Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee 37212, an answer within thirty (30) days from the last publication date of this order to the amended complaint for quiet title and declaratory relief and if the defendants fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against defendants for the relief requested in the complaint, and that a copy of this order be published once a week for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Leader, a newspaper published in Tipton County, Tennessee.

This the 27th day of September, 2012.

Judy Billings Clerk and Master

pany, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2003-5, as the holder of the Note for which debt is owed, (“Note Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed or to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton 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, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested

in it, will on Thursday, November 1, 2012, commencing at 10:00 am at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Land situated in Tipton County Tennessee to wit: Being Lot 12 of the O.H. Blakenship Subdivision a shown by unrecorded plat of said subdivision: Beginning at an iron post being on the South right-of-way of Tennessee Highway 59, said point begin 1219 feet West of the Northeast corner of the Blankenship’s 44.72 acre tract (Deed Book 307, Page 597); thence South 72 degrees 34 minutes West 100 feet to the iron post; thence South 18 degrees East 150 feet to an iron post; thence North 72 degrees 34 minutes East 100 feet to an iron post; thence North 18 degrees West 150 feet to the point of beginning. Being the same property conveyed to grantor, Mary Neal Franklin Thorn, herein by Quit Claim

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Tipton County Board of Education will hold their monthly meeting on October 18th, 2012 at 7p.m. The meeting will take place at 1580 Highway 51 South, Covington, Tennessee.

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CALL FOR BIDS The Town of Atoka will receive sealed bids for the following: S. Chinkapin Drive Road Rehabilitation Project Sealed bids for the S. Chinkapin Drive between Sterling Road and W. Cherrybark Drive Rehabilitation will be received by Ms. Debbie Pickard, Town Recorder, at Atoka Town Hall, 334 Atoka-Munford Avenue, Atoka, Tennessee 38004 until 3:00 P.M., CDT, Monday, October 15, 2012, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud: The Information for Bidders, Form of Bid, Form of Contract, Specifications, and Forms of Bid Bond, Performance and Payment Bond, and other contract documents may be examined at the following: 1) ATOKA TOWN HALL. 2) ASKEW HARGRAVES HARCOURT 334 ATOKA-MUNFORD AVENUE 3009 DAVIES PLANTATION ROAD ATOKA, TN 38004 LAKELAND, TN 38002 Copies may be obtained at the office of Atoka Town Hall, located at 334 AtokaMunford Avenue, Atoka, Tennessee 38004 upon payment of $50.00 (nonrefundable) for one specification book. Specifications are available online at www.TownofAtoka.com.

Bids will be received at the following address: Town of Atoka 334 Atoka Munford Avenue PO Box 505 Atoka, TN 38004 until 3:00 pm on Monday, October 15, 2012 All bidders must be licensed contractors to perform the type of construction herein described and as required by Tennessee Code Annotated. Each bidder agrees by the submission of his bid to commence work within twenty (20) days of the issuance by the Town of a "Written Notice to Proceed". Each bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders.

Bid opening will occur immediately at 3:00 pm on the submission date. Any bids received after the scheduled submission deadline will be returned unopened to the bidder. Fax bids will not be accepted.

The Town of Atoka reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals and to award the bid in any manner deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. All Bidders must comply with the applicable provisions of the Contractors Licensing Act of 1994, found in “Tennessee Code Annotated,” Section 62-6-119.

At least the following information, as required by Section 20 of this Act, must appear on the outside of the envelope containing bid in excess of $25,000.

1. NAME OF BIDDER 2. ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OF BIDDER 3. BIDDERS LICENSE NUMBER 4. EXPIRATION DATE OF TENNESSEE LICENSE 5. THE PORTION OF CLASSIFICATION OF BIDDERS LICENSE THAT APPLIES TO THIS PROJECT 6. NAME OF PROJECT FOR WHICH BID IS SUBMITTED Any bid submitted from a bidder not on the official bidders list, that is maintained at the office of Askew Hargraves Harcourt & Associates, Inc., or not containing the above information will not be opened.

DATE: October 3, 2012 TOWN RECORDER: Ms. Debbie Pickard

NOTICE TAXPAYERS!

2012 PROPERTY TAXES BECOME DUE OCTOBER 1, 2012 • Taxes are due before 2/28/13. This allows 5 months to pay without penalty.

• Notices are sent to the January 1, 2012 owner.

Edward D. Russell Attorney for Plaintiff

• It is very important you provide us with any change of address.

Publication dates: 9/27/2012, 10/04/2012, 10/11/2012, 10/18/2012

• The non-receipt of a tax notice does not excuse nonpayment of taxes due.

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 March 17, 2003, by Mary Neal Franklin Thorn to Wesley D. Turner, Trustee, for the benefit of Ameriquest Mortgage Company and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1055, Page 965; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2003-5 and WHEREAS, Deutsche Bank National Trust Com-

• Delinquent taxes must be paid before the current tax is accepted.

• It is very important that you forward your tax notice to your mortgage company.

• Penalty and interest begins on March 1, 2013 at the rate of 1.5% per month.

• You may qualify for a partial payment plan. Please call my office for details. Our phone number is 901476-0211.

• You may also qualify for the State’s Tax Relief Program. Please call my office for details. Our phone number is 901-476-0211.

• Our office is open from 8 – 5, Monday – Friday. We are located in Room 203 on the second floor in the Courthouse. An elevator is available from the West entrance.

• Our Munford office will be open on Wednesday’s beginning October 10 through February 13 - from 8:30 – 4:30. It is located in Munford City Hall, 1397 Munford Avenue.

Kristie Glass Maxwell Tipton County Trustee

Deed of record at Book 410, Page 241, dated November 4, 1977, filed November 8, 1977, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County Tennessee.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2655 Hwy 59 West, Covington, TN 38019 CURRENT OWNER(S): Estate of Mary F. Thorn 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

PUBLIC NOTICE Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to build a 290‐foot Self Support Communications Tower. Anticipated lighting application is medium intensity dual red/white strobes. The Site location is John Hill Rd, Brighton, Tipton County, TN 38011, (Latitude 35-28-43.39 N / Longitude 89-43-24.69). The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antenna Structure Registration (ASR, Form 854) filing number is A0787144.

ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS – Interested persons may review the application (www.fcc.gov/asr/applications) by entering the filing number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review (www.fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest) and online filings are strongly encouraged. The mailing address to file a paper copy is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554. HISTORIC PROPERTIES EFFECTS ‐ Public comments regarding potential effects on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Maureen A. Taylor, 21 B St, Burlington, MA 01803, (781)273-2500, mtaylor@ebiconsulting.com.

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Poplar Grove Utility District Cross Connection Public Safety Notice!

Over the next few weeks, the cooler temperatures will bring people outdoors to work in their yards, finish gardening and begin getting swimming pools ready for winter. The Poplar Grove Utility District would like to ensure that our customers are aware of the dangers associated with these activities. A garden hose submersed in any liquid or attached to certain devices used to spray pesticides or herbicides forms a cross connection. A cross connection is a situation where a possible source of contamination is directly linked to our public water system. If the end of your garden hose is connected to a chemical container, swimming pool or other contaminant during a water main break or fire, the substance can be siphoned back into the water system. This condition, known as back siphonage, could cause a public health hazard. Devices are available to prevent this problem; however the best solution is to always be careful how you use your garden hose.

Please help us provide a safe supply of water to all of our customers. Remember; never submerge your garden hose in anything you would not want to drink. For more information on cross connections and how to protect against them call, Terry Dunn at 837-0181,Ext. 236 Monday-Friday from 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.

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military matters Air Force Airman Charles B. Medford graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four 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.

NATIONWIDE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. 400 Northridge Road Suite 700- MC- 7 Suite 1100 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 1660712 Web Site: www.JFLegal. com Insertion Dates: 10/04/2012, 10/11/2012, 10/18/2012

TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by a certain Deed of Trust executed June 27, 2003 by Warren O’Brien, a married man to Arnold M. Weiss, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1078, Page 616, and the owner of the debt secured, Bank of America, N.A., Successor By Merger To BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Thursday, November 8, 2012 commencing at 10:00 AM, at the Front (North) Door of the Courthouse, Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property, to wit: Situated in County of Tipton, State of Tennessee.

NOTICE TO FURNISHERS OF LABOR AND MATERIALS TO: Standard Construction Co., Inc. PROJECT NO.: 98047-4190-04 CONTRACT NO.: CNK180 COUNTY: Tipton The Tennessee Department of Transportation is about to make nal settlement with the contractor for construction of the above numbered project. All persons wishing to le claims pursuant to Section 54-5-122, T.C.A. must le same with the Director of Construction, Tennessee Department of Transportation, Suite 700 James K. Polk Bldg., Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0326, on or before 11/30/12.

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credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Medford is the son of Lisa and Charles Medford Jr. of Carrie Lane, Drummonds.

He is a 2011 graduate of Munford High School.

Navy Seaman Apprentice Craig A. Libby, son of Angela C. and Scott A. Libby of Drummonds, Tenn., recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at ReLot 48, Maple Woods Village Sec. B as recorded in Plat Cabinet F, Slide 165, in the Tipton County Register’s Office to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot.

Subject to Protective Covenants in Record Book 944, Page 442; Amendment to Covenants and Restrictions Maple woods Village Section B in Record Book 1064, Page 117; Amendment to Covenants and Restrictions Maple Woods Village Section B in Record Book 1246, Page 7; and Easement of record in Record Book 920, Page 700, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee.

Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-

cruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Libby completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety.

An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

Libby is a 2012 graduate of Munford High School of Munford, Tenn.

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Tax Parcel ID: 07-128IA036.00 Property Address: 66 Queensberry Drive, Atoka, TN. All right and equity of redemption, homestead and dower waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Trustee.

ARNOLD M. WEISS, Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 1701-096726-FC Published: October 11, October 18, October 25 Bank of America/Warren O’Brien

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Deondre M. Frisson, son of Janell C. and Willie D. Frisson of Atoka, Tenn., was recently promoted to his current rank upon graduation from recruit training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. Frisson received the early promotion for outstanding performance during all phases of the training cycle.

Training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefight-

ing, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

Frisson is a 2012 graduate of Brighton High School of Brighton, Tenn.

Navy Seaman Michael A. Carlin, son of Virginia M. and Jason M. Carlin of Atoka, Tenn., was recently promoted to his current rank upon graduation from recruit training at Recruit Training Command, Great

Lakes, Ill. Carlin received the early promotion for outstanding performance during all phases of the training cycle.

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LEGAL NOTICE TO BIDDERS TREE TRIMMING/REMOVAL BIDS Covington Electric System is now accepting sealed bids for tree trimming/removal for its distribution/transmission system. A copy of the bid specifications may be picked up for review at the office of Covington Electric System, 1469 South Main Street, Covington, TN. Sealed bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m. local time on Friday, October 19, 2012, at the office of Covington Electric System. The successful bidder must be prepared to begin tree trimming/removal no later than two weeks following awarding of bid.

Covington Electric System reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive any and all technicalities therein, disregard all nonconforming or conditional bids, and evaluate and award bids on other than a low bid basis.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR APPRAISAL BIDS The City of Munford will receive Bids for Appraisals for 5 Commercial Flood Buyout Properties until 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 25, 2012 in the Conference Room at City Hall, 1397 Munford Avenue, Munford, TN 38058, at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the City Hall Conference Room.

Bids are invited upon the terms and quantities of work as follows: The City of Munford is seeking qualified bidders to conduct appraisals of five (5) commercial properties intended for city acquisition under the Federal Emergency Management Agency Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Scope of work consists of conducting appraisals of five (5) developed properties.

Bid specifications, location map, property addresses, and bid chart are on file and may be obtained at City Hall from the City Clerk’s Office. Interested parties may also contact City Clerk Stacy Craig at 901-8375955 for the specifications.

The City of Munford reserves the right to reject any or all Bids or to waive any informality in the bidding.

Bids may be held by the City of Munford for a period not to exceed 14 days from the date of the opening of Bids for the purpose of reviewing the Bids and investigating the qualifications of Bidders, prior to awarding the contract.

The City of Munford is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites the submission of bids from Minority and Women-owned firms.

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Macedonia United Methodist Church 11508 Macedonia Road Arlington, TN Whole Shoulders $45.00 per order Alice Fisher, director of the Tipton County Museum,Veterans Memorial and Nature Center, was a recent guest speaker at the Covington Exchange Club. She is holding an old photo that is on display at the museum. Al Chaney was the program chairman.

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Field of Flags ceremony is tomorrow The Covington and South Tipton Exchange Clubs are presenting "A Field Of Flags" to benefit the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse.

For the first time this year there will be an opening ceremony to kick off the campaign on Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. at Patriot Park in Covington.

Veterans and/or families of veterans from World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom will be on hand to place the first flags in the park.

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needed funds to secure continued services to children who have been abused and neglected in Tipton County.

A display of American flags with each flag representing the life of a patriot will be presented, whether it be a war veteran, active military personnel, National Guard member, reservist, firefighter or law enforcement officer who serves in our community today, or in memory of those who have served in the

military of their country, or someone who has lost their life in the line of duty.

For each person honored or remembered, an American flag will be placed bearing the honoree’s name and the donor’s name. Each flag will be three by five feet in size and attached to an eight-foot flag pole.

Flags will fly Nov.1-14 to celebrate the Veteran’s Day holiday at the following locations: Atoka, Brighton, Covington, and

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The cost of the flag will be $25.

For more information, contact any Exchange Club member or the Carl Perkins Center at 4761515. The deadline is Oct. 26.

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