The Leader 11.21.12

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 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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COVINGTON

Mayor, aldermen to see raises

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com Thirty-four thousand, four hundred dollars.

That's the annual price tag on the raises passed by Covington's Board of Mayor and Aldermen last week, representing a 41 percent increase over their previous salaries. "(The raise) wasn't expected by me," Mayor David Gordon said in an interview with The Leader last month. "(The Covington's mayor aldermen) said they and aldermen wanted to do it to get approved a collective 41 it in line with cities percent raise in like Brownsville." pay last week.

The ordinance, which passed its third and final reading on Tuesday, Nov. 13, increases the mayor's pay from $55,000 to $75,000 annually and gives aldermen an increase from $400 per month to $600.

Gordon, the only full-time mayor in the county, currently makes less than some of his department heads.

Covington Fire Chief Jerry Craig ($62,358), Public Works Director Robert Simpson ($60,840), Water Quality Division Head Harvey Wilson ($60,195) and Recorder/Treasurer Tina Dunn ($59,800) are among the city's employees who make more than the mayor.

The raises will not be effective until September 2014, following the next municipal elections.

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Going clean?

Company seeks public input

By JESSICA COOKE jcooke@covingtonleader.com Clean Line Energy is a clean energy distribution company in the Mid-South with plans to expand their transmission project to West Tennessee, resulting in clean energy generation, the growth of the local economy and numerous local employment opportunities.

The project, called the Plains and Eastern Clean Line, will deliver thousands of megawatts of clean wind energy across Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas to southeastern markets in Tennessee and Arkansas via an overhead high-voltage direct current transmission line.

The company has been working with the Tennessee Valley Authority as well as local utility companies such as Memphis Light, Gas and Water to support the implementation of this system.

In its press release, the company states their belief that “public involvement is a crucial component of the transmission line development process.” It is to this end that representatives from SEE CLEAN, PAGE A3

Covington senior Johnston White stretches for the end zone during quarterfinal playoff action Friday night against Trezevant. The officials said he didn't make it, but Covington won, 23-18, earning a spot in the state semifinals. The Chargers host Liberty on Friday looking to earn a spot in next Saturday's Class 4A state title game. Photo by Phil Ramsey/www.covingtonchargerfootball.com

Covington faces Liberty in semifinals What: Covington (13-0) vs. Liberty (9-4) Where: Covington When: Friday at 7 p.m.

Key players: CHS - RB Johnston White, WR/DB Carlos Williams, RB Daiquon Norfolk; LHS – QB Dominique Davis, RB Courtney Bush, WR Tyler Taylor Notables: Liberty has pulled off quite an impressive reversal of fortune this season. After starting the season 1-4, the Crusaders have won eight straight. Liberty lost to Lexington 42-7 on Sept. 14, but beat them 42-18 on Nov. 9 in the second around of the playoffs – a clear illustration of the team's improvement this season … Davis led Liberty on a 75-yard scoring drive in the final minutes of last week's come-from-behind, 27-23 win over White House in Nashville … White has been the focus of defenses all year. Trezevant slowed him down somewhat last week, but the Mr. Football finalist is rewriting the Covington record books. He has already set the single season rushing yardage and TD records this year for Covington and is Covington's all-time leading rusher.

What's next: The victor moves on to the BlueCross Bowl in Cookeville next Saturday, taking on the Giles County-Knoxville Fulton winner for the Class 4A state title. Fulton defeated Covington in the Class 3A state title game in 2003. Giles County is the state's top-ranked Class 4A team. Covington is No. 2.

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Cities begin planning Christmas events

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com The Christmas season will officially kickoff Tuesday night as the Town of Atoka begins a new holiday tradition.

In Adkison Park – which is the little park on Atoka-Idaville Road, in between Atoka-Munford and Kimbrough – city leaders will light the Christmas tree and illuminate the park with more than 1,200 lights.

The event, which begins at 6:30 p.m., will feature music from the Atoka Elementary choir plus cocoa, cookies and a visit from Santa.

Parades Tipton County has a long-held tradition of Christmas parades, and this year will be no different.

On Saturday, Dec. 1, celebrate a Munford kind of Christmas at 5:30 p.m. with a parade through Downtown Munford, followed by caroling and a tree lighting in City Park on College Street.

Children will be able to follow Santa to the gazebo in City Park to sit on his lap and tell him their Christmas wishes.

As always, parade-goers are asked

Public Works staffers in Atoka prepare for the city's tree-lighting set to take place on Tuesday night.

Photo courtesy Town of Atoka

to bring a new, unwrapped toy to “Fill the Sleigh” for those children in Tipton County who would not otherwise have any gifts at Christmastime.

The city is also planning breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 8. Please see our Community Events section, on

page A6, for more.

Brighton will host its annual parade on Monday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. on Main Street.

Covington's annual parade will take place around the square a week later, on Monday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m.

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A2 • Wednesday, November 21, 2012 • THE LEADER

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FARREL VINCENT Age: 60 Family: Married to Bonnie 38 years, two daughters, two grandchildren Vehicle: 1989 Toyota Tercel Favorite musical artist: Steven Curtis Chapman Favorite beverage: Diet Coke Favorite food: steak Favorite book: Through My Eyes by Tim Tebow Favorite movie: Indiana Jones series Favorite TV show: “Duck Dynasty”

Q&A

WITH SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER FARREL VINCENT

Editor’s note: This week we are continuing a feature called Q&A. Through this feature we hope to help you get to know your neighbors, government officials and others in the community. Today we are publishing a chat with Farrel Vincent, a Munford resident and former teacher who was elected to the Tipton County School Board in August.

Q: When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A: I wanted to be a professional baseball. I had the opportunity twice but blew it. I was drafted twice out of Christian Brothers High School … By the St. Louis Cardinals and then by the Cincinnati Reds. My dad wanted me to go to school so I took a scholarship at the University of Arkansas and promptly flunked off scholarship to be honest with you. Then my draft number came up. I joined the Navy in December 1971 and got drafted in January 1972. So, no baseball career … I was a pitcher.

Q: What person had the biggest influence on you growing up?

A: I'm sure my dad. My dad was my hero. He was one of the smartest men I've ever known. He read through the entire Encyclopedia Brittanica … that kind of stuff. He and I just started out playing catch and he was very supportive of my baseball time.

Q: What do you like to do in your spare time?

A: I like to golf. I like to read. It's the old social studies teacher in me. I like to watch historical documentaries.

Very interesting. I have a Netflix account so I can have streaming documentaries all day long.

Q: Why did you decide to run for school board?

A: Several reasons. One is, as far as politics, it discourages me when no one runs against an incumbent. I hate to see that happen. Because that

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doesn't challenge a person. Number two, before I retired, we'd see all these things come down from the board and we'd all complain about it. Towards the end of my career … One of the teachers said, “Mr. Vincent why don't you run? You're about to retire.” I said, “What? I've never had a desire to do that.” I thought about that for several months before I committed to it … I thought it would be cool to have that teaching background and perspective.

Q: How much influence does the school board wield considering there's a full-time staff of directors and others in place at the board office?

A: To be honest not as much as I anticipated …

The school board only has authority when they are gathered as a school board. In other words, we can't go into a school and say, “You need to do this and do that.” As far as policy is concerned, that's our big deal. We adapt and monitor and change our policies to help the students in Tipton County. The budget is our big deal … The only employee we have anything do with legally is the superintendant of schools …

It's a lot more limited than I thought it would be …

I've met all the teachers, especially in Munford, and told them they're doing a good job. I want the best education for our students. How do you that? Make sure the teachers have everything they need.

Q: You've been pretty outspoken at your first few board meetings. Was one of your goals coming in to shake things up a little?

A: I don't think the goal was to necessarily shake things up just to shake things up. Having been in the system a long time … I saw a need for change.

When I was campaigning, I think there was a story in your paper, I mentioned rubber stamping. I went to a lot of meetings where it didn't seem like there was a lot of discussion. There was a $77 million budget and nobody had any questions. That kind of thing. I like to be informed and I've never been a go-along-toget-along kind of guy. I want make sure we're making the best possible decisions for the students. And if that means disagreeing with some things or trying to implement some new things, that's what I'm going to try to do … I'm enjoying the new complexion of the school board. Three new members changed the personality of the board. I've talked to people that work at the central office and they said they don't know what to expect from school board meeting to school board meeting and I don't see anything wrong with that.

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Hee Haw Howdy marks 24th show

By JESSICA COOKE jcooke@covingtonleader.com The 24th annual Hee Haw Howdy production, which raises money for the American Cancer Society, was held this weekend. The production featured local bluegrass bands and various stand-up comedy routines from volunteer community members, and according to organizers, was a lot of fun to produce.

“The cast loves to interact with the audience and have fun, and the audience loves listening to the local talent and variety of songs throughout the show,” says volunteer Dawn Johnston.

The cast this year included Lee Johnston as Laverne, Nikki Powell as Ida Lee, Jimmy Trotter as Doc, Bonnie Walker as Miss Minnie, Vaden Glass as Junior, Scott Sealy and Rodger Beasley as Professor, Elaine Shankle as Belle, Liz Trotter as Lulu, John Weedman as Grandpa, Roger Warmath as Goober, Tim Hersberger as Dusty, Kristie Escue as Nurse Goodbody, and Tab McDivitt and Roxann Jones as the Hee

Haw Gals.

In addition to the comedy routines, the show featured several bands and guest performers providing musical entertainment. The Hee Haw Howdy Band featured George Pruitt, Bobby Murray, Jerry Meadow, Jon Hill, Scott Mabe and Randy Parsons. The guest band this year was Southern Voices, which included Lisa Byrd, Troy Hopkins, Chris Max, Robin Hamilton, Roger

Hall and Jim Adams.

Guest performances were given by Dawn Johnston, Eric Pilkington, Madison Cranford, Blake Glass, and the Kids from CIAA. “The Hee Haw Howdy family gives of their time each year to support this great cause because we all have experienced the loss of someone with cancer or have experienced the ordeal of loved ones going through SEE SHOW, PAGE A3

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Bring your letters to our office at 2001 Hwy. 51 South, Covington, or email them to santa@covingtonleader.com for inclusion in this year’s Letters to Santa supplement, publishing Dec. 20.

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Cooke joins Leader staff as writer Burlison native Jessica Cooke is a recent addition to The Leader staff, joining the editorial department as a staff writer covering education and community news.

“I think it’s a perfect fit,” Cooke, an elementary education major, said of her beat. “I spent so much time in the school system when I was in college and I really have a passion for education.”

Cooke’s other duties include writing feature stories, such as the story about Lily Cole and her tomatoes in today’s edition, compiling event listings, editing correspondents’ columns, writing lifestyles announcements and contributing to the production of weekly editions and special supplements, like the Discover magazines. She has become a valuable addition to the newsroom.

“When I read the first story she submitted, which was on the haunted theater at the Ruffin, I knew she was a good, solid pick for this paper,” said news editor Echo Day. The Leader, technically, is not her first stint in sharing news, though.

Cooke shares that at age 12 she wrote a newspaper for her neighbors, sharing community-related news for residents of her street. Last month she realized she’s come full circle.

“A picture of [Miss PreTeen Tipton County] Desiree Dyson came in as a submission for the paper.

When she was a tiny little baby I interviewed her parents for my newspaper; they were new to the street and I was introducing them.”

Though she admits becoming more outgo-

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ing and getting used to the technical aspects of writing for The Leader, rather than creatively or for academia, have been the most difficult things to overcome in her new role, she is enjoying her work at the paper.

“I like meeting really interesting people and getting to do what I’ve always believed was my best strength,” Cooke said.

Leader publisher Brian Blackley said Cooke is finding her niche in the

newsroom.

“She brings more local flavor to the paper and will provide our readers with more news and information about their children and their neighbors, something they desperately want,” said Blackley. “We’re really happy to have Jessica on board.”

The daughter of Ron and Norma Cooke, she grew up in the Oak Grove community with sister Rachel and the family attends Oak Grove Baptist Church. Cooke attended Lee University in Cleveland and recently returned to Tipton County.

In her spare time, she enjoys video and tabletop gaming and training to become an MMA cage fighter.

Cooke can be reached at 901-476-7116 or by emailing jcooke@covingtonleader.com.

Business

Barlow Funeral Home fined by state

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com Barlow Funeral Home was recently fined for operating without licenses, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance reported last week.

A disciplinary action report filed by the regulatory board in October states the funeral home was fined a $750 civil penalty after an investigation revealed it was operating with an expired establishment li-

cense. Additionally, the licenses of two funeral directors, including the supervising manager, were expired.

The state alleges Barlow’s conducted six funerals during a twomonth period without proper licensure. The establishment license expired on June 30, 2010 and was not renewed until August 30, 2010.

Tennessee law states only properly qualified persons shall engage in funeral directing, embalming

and operating of a funeral establishment.

A consent order was filed with the state board of funeral directors and embalmers in November 2011, with manager Quincy S. Barlow, a county commissioner and the chairman of the board’s finance and administration committee, signing it in acknowledgment.

The funeral home’s establishment license is currently valid and expires on June 30, 2014.

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Continued from A2 experiences with cancer,” Johnston says. “No one is exempt; we are all affected in one way or another.”

The Hee Haw Howdy show is presented annually to benefit the American Cancer Society, and all funds raised are given directly to the Tipton County Relay For Life.

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These open house events will be held locally on Dec. 4. Representatives will be at the Munford First United Methodist Church, located at 57 South Tipton Rd. in Munford, from 7-9 a.m.

Later that evening they will be at Elks Lodge, at 164 Commercial Drive in Atoka from 5-7 p.m.

Community members are invited to these meetings to gain valuable insight about how the project will affect their area, and will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as provide input.

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The Plains & Eastern Clean Line will connect thousands of megawatts of clean energy generation from western Oklahoma, southwest Kansas, and the Texas Panhandle with utilities and customers in Tennessee, Arkansas, and other markets in the Mid-South and Southeast. The 750-mile transmission project will cost approximately $2 billion and will make possible billions of dollars of investments in new, clean energy projects, bringing jobs to Arkansas and Tennessee.

Network of Potential Routes in Your Area This map represents the network of 1 to 3 mile-wide potential routes in your area. These potential routes will be used to identify the location of a 150–200 ft. transmission line easement subject to environmental, engineering studies, and regulatory approvals. More information about the project, including detailed maps will be available at the open houses.

We are interested in gathering stakeholder feedback.

Project representatives will be on hand to provide information and answer your questions.

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A ribbon cutting was held for Custom Coin Holders on, Friday, November 16, 2012. The business is located at 245 Commercial Dr., Atoka and Michael A. Botticello Jr. is owner. Custom Coin Holders offers trophies, plaques, custom engraving and wood working. Come in or check them out online at www.customcoinholders.com

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Thursday, November 22 at 5 P.M. (note time) 116 W. Liberty on the Historical Square, Covington, TN

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All New Merchandise! Gifts for men, women, & children. This year we have 5 different suppliers furnishing the new merchandise for the Christmas sale.

Nice selection of sterling silver jewelry including rings, bracelets, necklaces & earrings, Gold & Diamond jewelry, Case XX & Schrade pocket knives, hunting & skinning knives, Zebco rods & reels, Alabama & TN Vols items, tools, tarps, socket sets, screwdriver sets, hammers, wrenches, queen size blankets, king & queen size camo bed sheets, rifle & pistol storage cases, cutlery sets, men’s & ladies’ cologne sets, winter hats, men’s & ladies’ socks, TN & AI caps, roosters & dog salt & pepper shakers, ladies’ wallets & hand bags, desk lamps, scented candles, duffle bags, ladies’ body wash sets, glass cutting boards, decorative floor vases, pet beds, garden windmills, Christmas wrapping paper & decorations, snow globes, solar lights, die cast collectible cars, camo. sleeping bags, tractor thermometers, Daisey co2 pistol, Daisy BB/Pellet rifles, booster cables, live traps, paint gun, lots of toys for boys & girls, dolls, friction trucks, toy helicopters, diecast toy Jeeps, laughing monkeys, Wilson footballs, backpacks, lunch bags, children’s socks, large kitchen sets, stuffed animals, Spiderman bat sets, glass chess sets, dinosaur toys, dart boards, Princess toys, Bratz rods & reels, Boo Yah fishing games, plus lots more toys. Bring the family for a night of fun and excitement!! We have held this annual event for over 19 years in Tipton County!! Don’t miss this one! Make plans now!! Dealers Welcome.

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YOUR TURN

GUEST OPINION

Why I’m thankful for rural America

This week we asked our Facebook fans,

For what are you

Thankful?

By TOM VILSACK, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary This week, Americans across our nation will gather around Thanksgiving tables with family and friends. Every year at this time, I am reminded how blessed we are to have a strong, vibrant rural America which provides so much for each of us, every day.

Rural America provides our families with a safe, secure, affordable food supply, unrivaled outdoor recreational opportunities, healthy soil and clean water. Our nation’s leading efforts in renewable fuel and energy are based in rural America, as are millions of American jobs.

Our farmers, ranchers and growers are the most productive on earth. Their work allows us to feed people at home and around the world. It means that American families pay less for their food than the people of any other developed nation. It strengthens our economy, with agriculture supporting one in 12 U.S. jobs.

Their farm fields hold the promise of new technology – from incredible new green building materials, to advanced biobased products. Their homegrown energy is bringing down the price of gas today, and setting the stage for the next generation of advanced biofuels.

These accomplishments are the result of hard work by millions of Americans, and it isn’t always easy. This year has been marked by a number of disasters stretching from our smallest towns to our biggest cities. America still faces an historic drought, and the recovery continues from Hurricane Sandy. At USDA, we are committed to doing all we can in support of those who have been affected by disaster.

Throughout the holiday season, my family and I will also remember those who struggle to put food on their plate. We’ll give thanks that so many ordinary Americans stand up to fight hunger in their own communities.

As always, we will honor those who serve in our nation’s armed forces and we will remember that a high proportion of these brave men and women come from rural America. Many are overseas today, away from their own families, so that all of us can remain safe and free.

We truly do have much to be thankful for, and I am particularly grateful for those who live, work and raise their families in rural America. I am glad that USDA can support their efforts. This week, I wish you and your loved ones a safe, happy Thanksgiving. I invite you to join me in giving thanks for the great nation we call home.

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Jesus Christ, family, friends, freedom and so much more!!

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KIM TUCKER

I wasn’t told the whole story I reckon all my friends spent the not. If Mr. Charlie got to Thomplast year at Rosemark grammar son Brothers store in downtown school studying about going to Rosemark a few minutes early, Bolton High at long last. Seems he’d amber slowly inside the leglike I had to wait about forty years endary brick store. Quietly openor so. We had been over to Bol- ing the red drink, flat topped box ton school for livestock showings, he’d fetch an ice cold bottled coke; some tips on judging, snatch off the jagged ball games, and a few edged, tin cap, turn it agriculture meetings up with the water dripfor the local farmers. ping down his arm and But when it came time down the amber fluid for all of us to actuin about three slugs. ally attend, none of us Some of my best knew how to get in and friends had been out without a Lewis picked up at Barretvile and Clark map. earlier and had claimed Most of my friends their seats. Momma that completed the and a few of the older eighth grade decided to kids had told me how continue. There were to catch a big yellow SOUTHERN RAISIN' O TIS G RIFFIN a few that got all they school bus so I was going wanted of being housed to act like I knew what I inside prison walls all was doing. (Reminds me day and preferred the open fields of a sneaky politician. Really don’t and hog lots. Besides the teachers know what to do, but just act like would holler at you all day and it) sometimes dust ’em draw’s. Years Momma had walked and hand later a couple of my friends admit- carried me up to June and Ann ted the prison guards wouldn’t Leek’s house; handed me off to the let you have a ‘chaw or dip’ and older dear friends to make sure I that is a pitiful way to mistreat an got on the gigantic school bus. I eighth grader. was embarrassed as I learned Mr. Charlie was our bus driver, and relived many years later. But who was always on time and you the older ladies guarded me like had better be too. The big ole bus a mother hen protects her little was huge enough to transport one cluckers. of General Robert E. Lee’s battalMy tootsie’s barely touched the ions with room to spare, with de- black top as I was now a freshman parture at seven sharp loaded or in high school. I’m sumpin’. Strut-

tin’ like a full grown peacock with the tail feathers flared to full extension and crowing like Jim Dandy.

As for yesterday, we stood outside the brick store waiting for the big moment and ready to dash on board. Lynn had eased over from the Millington telephone exchange where his Momma, ‘Miss’ Bonnie was working frantically sticking those little stobs with long, small, sea grass looking wires hanging down into a board with a bunch of holes so folks could converse with one another.

About half dozen of us jumped ready to ride. Mr. Charlie swung open the bus door and I leaped up to the first step and turned left down the aisle hoping to find a good seat on my first day. I took a step and the front end of the bus was empty except for a big old mean boy on each outside seat next to the aisle.

However all my friends, Phil, Emerson, Arvis, Wayne, Don, Bud and a few more were crammed on the two back seats like sardines in a mustard oil can. I froze, except, I was being shoved like a pig entering a loading chute to market.

Southern redneck slaughter house memories…Glory!

Otis Griffin is the author of the book “Southern Raisin”. He was born in Charleston, Tenn., and attended Rosemark Grammar School and Bolton High School.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Want respect?

Give respect.

Dear editor, I sat in the general sessions courtroom the other day and noticed a gentleman sitting on Judge Peeler’s left side.

He came through a side door with a big wad of what appeared to be tobacco in his mouth.

Later I observed him spitting into a Styrofoam cup. Must I remind you that he’s sitting next to the judge and the bailiff.

Now, my understanding is that building is supposed to be tobaccofree, especially inside the courtroom and around others.

If I can’t walk in there and smoke my cigarette, not even in the bathroom, why should this gentleman be allowed to chew tobacco inside the courtroom? When the judge took a recess and I went to get something to eat, all I could think about

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Court officials should be held to a higher standard than what was portrayed that day, or do like I had to do and wait until recess.

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Your sharing important aspects of your individual careers gave our students great insight into healthcare vocations that some of our students will enter.

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Continued from A4 ence, 5th Writing, 8th Writing, 11th Writing, and for 9-12, all areas of the ACT. K-8 Value-Added scores also met or exceeded the district’s scores last year, with Social Studies and Science scores jumping a letter grade.

The high schools also showed at or above predicted Value-Added gains in all 7 End of Course tested subjects.

As evidenced by the SCORE recognition Tipton County Schools received earlier in October of this year, the recent report card is more proof that we have some of the best students, parents, teachers and staff in the state.

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Dear editor, Last week I wrote to thank a number of folks for helping with the election. The danger in offering thanks publicly is that you might leave someone out. I plead guilty!

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driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Nov. 12, CPD ▪ Crowe, Anthony William, 34, violation of community supp., Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Culbreath, Michael Antwan, 23, domestic assault, Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Darnell, Lesley Nicole, 25, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, no insurance, DUI second offense; Nov. 14, CPD ▪ Dowell, Gregory Lee, 46, domestic assault, Nov. 11, MPD ▪ Drake, Michael Albert, 57, habitual motor vehicle offender, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, speeding, no insurance; Nov. 17, CPD ▪ Floyd, Jeffrey Scott, 32, assault x 2, disorderly conduct; Nov. 15, CPD ▪ Free, Hope Danielle, 327, domestic assault, Nov. 17, TCSO ▪ Gause, Bobby Lee, 28, disorderly conduct, public intoxication; Nov. 17, TCSO ▪ Gonzalez, Oscar Edvardo, 32, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, Nov. 14, BPD ▪ Hall, Shakita Lota, 32, failure to pay child support, Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Hall, Cordarrell Marcell, 24, agg. burglary, failure to pay child support; Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Harnage, Timothy James, 25, DUI first offense, implied consent law; Nov. 17, APD ▪ Hay, Sandi Roxanne, 31, public intoxication, Nov. 15, TCSO ▪ Heathcoact, David Michael, 26, public intoxication, Nov. 11, TCSO ▪ Hunt, Paul Moses, 30, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, disregard stop sign, no insurance; Nov. 16, BPD ▪ Hurdle, Tiffany, 25, theft

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Nichols, John Daniel Born: 12/9/1990 696 Laxton Rd. Munford, TN 38058 Charge: Burglary

Fayne, Charles Thomas Born: 12/25/1965 1502 Sandpiper Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Failure to pay child support

Hodge, Rick Demond Born: 6/28/1984 1853 Wooten St. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Failure to pay child support x 2

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

Middlebrooks, Jeremy Leniel Born: 1/23/1991 257 Peete St. Covington, TN 38015 Charge: Reckless endangerment, agg. assault

Sansom, Kevin Fredrick Born: 9/4/1964 Munford, TN 38058 Charge: Fradulent use of credit card

Taylor, Lakendrick Terrell Born: 7/28/1983 250 Loon Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Criminal trespass, felony failure to appear, driving rev. license

Thomas, Eddie Tyrone Born: 11/19/1988 735 Adkins Burlison, TN 38015 Charge: Theft under $10K, accessory after the act

Logan, Brandon Lashun Born: 12/31/86 1206 Old Brighton Rd. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Driving on rev. license, assault, agg. assault

Young, Michael Landon Born: 3/11/1975 801 Simonton Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Failure to pay child support x 2

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The following persons were booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility during the week of Nov. 11-17.

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Under arrest ▪ Albritton, Richard Aaron, 33, failure to pay child support, Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Austill, Deborah Gail, 61, failure to dim lights, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Bailey, James Randall, 23, simple poss. marijuana, poss. drug paraphernalia with intent; Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Barnes, Tony Edward, 42, driving on rev./ canc./susp. license, open container, failure to yield to blue light; Nov. 16, CPD ▪ Barnett, Thomas Henry, 28, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, speeding; Nov. 14, THP ▪ Bearden, Angela Jean, 37, failure to pay child support, Nov. 14, TCSO ▪ Bing, Robert Franklin, 37, violation sexual offender act, Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Bonds, Christopher Latroy, 49, failure to pay child support, domestic assault; Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Brent, Steven Lawrence, 26, domestic assault, Nov. 11, CPD ▪ Brimhall, Frederick Eugene, 27, agg. burglary, criminal trespass; Nov. 14, CPD ▪ Buckner, Thomas Monroe, 37, shoplifting, Nov. 12, CPD ▪ Burney, William Bradley, 22, domestic assault, Nov. 11, MUPD ▪ Burns, Jody Lynn, 44, shoplifting, Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Carruthers, Jalessa Anea, 23, theft under $500, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Carter, Deangela Shanee, 20, theft, Nov. 15, TCSO ▪ Catterton, Roger Dale, 47, poss. controlled substance, Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Chaney, Anthony Paul, 49, DUI first offense, driving right side of highway, consent law,

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of services, Nov. 16, BPD ▪ Jackson, Kenneth Marquis, 27, poss. sch. VI drug, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Johnson, Terry, 49, worthless check, Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Jones, Kenneth Lavale, 20, failure to pay child support, Nov. 11, CPD ▪ Jones, Lashelle Denise, 36, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, no insurance, window tint law; Nov. 14, TCSO ▪ Jones, Lauren Elizabeth, 29, agg. burglary, criminal trespass; Nov. 14, TCSO ▪ Kiner, Derick Dewayne, 34, failure to pay child support x 2, Nov. 17, CPD ▪ Koch, Jacob Martin, 24, agg. assault no injury, theft; Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Lawrence, David Lyle, 62, failure to appear, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Logan, Donnell Terrell, 27, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Malone, Melanie, 54, forgery, Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Marshall, Emily Jill, 38, theft, truancy law adult; Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Marsh, Denise Marie, 37, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, driving left of center, poss. sch. VI drug, poss. drug paraphernalia with intent; Nov. 14, TCSO ▪ McPeak, John Author, 33, failure to pay child support, initiate meth manuf.; Nov. 15, TCSO ▪ Middlebrooks, Jeremy Leniel, 21, agg. assault no injury, reckless endangerment; Nov. 17, TCSO ▪ Muex, Eddie, 33, domestic assault, Nov. 16, CPD ▪ Osborne, John Manuel, 20, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Nov. 16, BPD ▪ Patterson, Terrill Lacy, 24, delivery of marijuana, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Prickett, Norman Deane, 39, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Nov. 13, MPD ▪ Rose, Jason Brian, 24, falsification of

drug test result, agg. criminal trespass, intro of contraband into jail; Nov. 14, TCSO ▪ Scott, Kenley Croy, 26, failure to appear, Nov. 16, MUPD ▪ Shaw, Michael Brian, 33, driving on canc./susp./ rev. license, speeding; Nov. 15, MPD ▪ Short, Timothy Myers, 52, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Simpson, Theresa Ann, 35, forgery, Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Stafford, Timothy Eston, 46, failure to pay child support, Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Starks, Jessie James, 56, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Nov. 16, CPD ▪ Taylor, Christopher Andrea, 35, poss. sch. II drug, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Taylor, David Lee, 40, domestic assault, Nov. 12, TCSO ▪ Taylor, Dedra Lashawn, 20, assault, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Terry, Mario Devon, 27, poss. marijuana with intent to sell, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Tolbert, Michael Corey, 43, DUI first offense, Nov. 11, TCSO ▪ Wallace, Arthur Lee, 20, driving on rev./susp./ canc. license, Nov. 13, TCSO ▪ Ward, Isaiah Lee, 21, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, no seatbelt; Nov. 17, TCSO ▪ Warwick, Matthew Douglas, 29, DUI first offense, speeding, implied consent law; Nov. 11, TCSO ▪ Weathers, Crystal Sade, 26, speeding, driving on rev./canc./susp. license; Nov. 11, CPD ▪ Weaver, Marc Anthony, 26, domestic assault, Nov. 15, TCSO ▪ Whitley, Paul Franklin, 53, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Nov. 16, TCSO ▪ Wright, David Wayne, 43, poss. sch. II drug, no seatbelt, tampering with evidence; Nov. 15, 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 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.

Obituaries Willie Ida Williamson Rhodes

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Larry Anderson Flowers

Alice Short Brown

Date of Death – November 8, 2012

October 5, 1944 – November 15, 2012

Date of Death – November 16, 2012

Willie Ida Williamson Rhodes of Covington died on Thursday, November 8, 2012.

Visitation was held on Friday, Nov. 16 from 1-6 p.m. at Palmer Funeral Home. Funeral services took place at noon on Saturday, Nov. 17 at Canaan Grove Baptist Church in Mason with burial in Kingshill Cemetery in Brighton.

Larry Anderson Flowers, 68, of Covington, died at home on Thursday, November 15, 2012. Born in Middletown, Va., Mr. Flowers was a retired grocery store manager.

Visitation took place on Saturday, Nov. 17.

Mr. Flowers leaves his wife, Faye Marbry Flowers of Covington, two daughters, a stepdaughter, a stepson and a sister and brother-in-law.

Alice Short Brown, 74, passed away on the morning of November 16, 2012. Mrs. Short was a retired office manager for Humboldt Express and member of the Church of Christ in Southaven.

Mrs. Short is survived by her son, James Edward Brown Jr. of Southaven; daughter, Cindy Brown Lantrip (John) of Southaven; brothers, Dan Short and Farris Short of California, Ronnie Short of Nevada and Phil Short of Sardis, Miss.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husband Mr. James Edward Brown, Sr. Services were held on Sunday, Nov. 18 at the MaleyYarbrough Chapel. Interment took place at Covington Memorial Gardens.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) November 21, 2012

Maudine McDow

Date of Death – November 14, 2012 Maudine McDow, 95, passed away Wednesday morning, Nov. 14, at Covington Care Nursing Home.

She was a homemaker and beautician and was a member of First Baptist Church in Atoka. She was a longtime resident of Munford and graduated from Munford High School. She loved playing cards with several ladies groups in the community. She loved ballroom dancing and attended many senior citizen dances with friends.

Maudine was predeceased by her husband, John Bennie McDow; sisters Ann Lee Ross, Helen Marie Ross and Shirley King Ross; brothers Carlton Hargis, Albert Ross Jr. and Rufus Ross. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Ross Sr. and Maude E. King Ross.

She is survived by her son, Bennie R. McDow (Becky) of Munford; granddaughters Danette McDow Hackler (Tommy) of Knoxville and Tonya Christine Clements (Scott) of Germantown; great-grandchildren Mazzy Dior Clements, Neo Corbin Clements and Shane Lewis Hackler.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) November 21, 2012

Brenda Archer Smith

January 12, 1945 – November 15, 2012 Brenda Archer Smith, 67, of Brighton, died on Friday, November 15, 2012. She was a beautician and owner of Brenda’s Beauty Shop and a 48-year member of Liberty Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School.

Funeral services took place on Saturday, Nov. 16 at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home. She was buried at Indian Creek Cemetery.

Mrs. Smith was predeceased by her parents, Abe Clinton and Ollie Mae Sherman Archer. She is survived by her husband, David F. “Rip” Smith; sons David Brian (Jenny) Smith and Dave Clinton (Candi) Smith, all of Brighton; brother Randy Archer and sisters Phyllis Jones and Connie Dover, all of Covington; grandchildren David Brian “BJ” Smith, Jordan Elizabeth “LuLu” Smith, Lydia Marie Smith and Layton “LayLay” Michelle Smith.

Memorials may be directed to Liberty Baptist Church Building Fund.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) November 21, 2012

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) November 21, 2012

Leo Junior Couch

Date of Death – November 20, 2012 Leo Junior Couch of Brighton, 81, died on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. A memorial service will take place on Friday at Central Baptist Church.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) November 21, 2012 OBITUARY POLICY The Leader publishes a brief obituary free of charge as a courtesy to the bereaved. To provide personalization of a loved one’s information, additional details may be published for an additional charge ($30-100, depending upon length of obituary). Please call or email for our pricing policies. Photographs also may be published. Obituaries are accepted from licensed funeral homes or from family members providing proof of death through a crematorium or medical research facility. For further information, call 901-476-7116 or email eday@covingtonleader.com.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) November 21, 2012

The Community Calendar is a free service offered by The Leader. We make every effort to include all submissions for this section, however these items are printed as space becomes available.

To guarantee your event to be in the paper would require paid advertising. A complete list appears in the Community Events section on our web site, www.covingtonleader.com November 22 Munford Baptist will host a Thanksgiving dinner at noon in its fellowship all. Everyone is welcome. Call 476-7692 for more information.

November 24 Booth space is being offered for the upcoming Holiday Craft Fair at Munford Recreation Center at 63 College Street.

The booths are 8’ by 10’ spaces and cost $20. Over 25 vendors have already purchased their space!

The fair will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature various crafts and new items. To reserve your space, please call Dana at 837-5965 or visit the City’s website at www.munford.com.

November 26 11th Annual WRVR Toy Truck Drive benefiting children served by Porter-Leath will have a truck stationed at Bud Davis Cadillac at 5433 Poplar Ave. from Monday, Nov. 26 through Friday, Nov. 30. Gifts of toys, bicycles, luggage, and monetary donations can be dropped off at Bud Davis Cadillac and any area BancorpSouth location.

November 27 Mike Elkins and Barrie Foster, members of the Tipton Art League, a subsidiary of the Tipton Arts Council, are presently exhibiting at Dyersburg State Community College, Jimmy Naifeh Center. A reception for the artists will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 27 from 6:30-8 p.m. The public is invited. The artists will continue displaying their works through Dec. 18.

November 29 There will be a Medicare Part D event at St. Luke Community Center, located at 632 St. Luke Rd. off Hwy. 14 N., at 9:30 a.m. Counselors will be available on site to reevaluate your insurance

plan to determine if you are eligible for better coverage and/or lower premium. You must bring your Medicare card and your prescription bottles with you. Medicare open enrollment will end Dec. 7. For more information call Vicky Whitley or Florence Dyson at 4769746.

Ballet Memphis and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra will be performing NUTCRACKER at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m, and on Dec. 1 and 2 at 2 p.m. The production length is approximately two hours, and ticket prices range from $10 to $72. Group rates are available. There will also be school matinees on Nov. 29 and 30 at 9:45 a.m. Student tickets are $5 each with one free adult ticket for every 10 purchased. For more information, visit www. balletmemphis.org.

December 1 Celebrate a Munford kind of Christmas at 5:30 p.m. with a parade through Downtown Munford, followed by caroling and a tree lighting in City Park on College Street. Children will follow Santa to the gazebo to sit on his lap and tell him their Christmas wishes. As always, parade-goers are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy to “Fill the Sleigh” for those children in Tipton County who would not otherwise have any gifts at Christmastime. For more information, visit www.munford.com.

December 3 The deadline to order cookie trays for the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Cengter for the Prevention of Child Abuse is Dec. 3. Two dozen cookies are $10 and five dozen are $20. Orders can be picked up Dec. 7 at the Center. To place an order, call 476-1515.

December 8 Munford Parks and Recreation is hosting Breakfast with Santa at the Munford Recreation Center, located at 63 College Street. The breakfast is from 9-10 a.m. and costs $10 per child. The event includes a meal and a photo with Santa.

Parents/guardians are asked to bring a wrapped gift with their

child’s name on the outside for Santa to give to their child. Treats are also included. For more information, please contact Dana at 837-5965 or dflake@munford.com The Covington Band Booster are hosting a Breakfast with Santa from 8-11 a.m. at the Covington Integrated Arts Academy (CIAA) Cafeteria. The community is invited to join Santa at this pancake and sausage breakfast with juice and milk included. The cost is $5 for ages 4 and up and $3 for ages 3 and under at the door and will include a photograph with Santa that can be made into a Christmas tree ornament. For more information, contact Dee Mullins at 487-8762.

December 11 A Munford and Drummonds area Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held at the Quito/ Drummonds Volunteer Fire Department from 7-8 p.m. For more information call Barbara Borum at 837-3244.

The last AARP Driver Safety Course of 2012 will be offered Dec. 11 and 12 at Tipton Co. Senior Center, 401 College St., in Covington. The Course is geared to Seniors 50 years old and above. It

covers defensive driving, rules of the road, TN laws, automobile safety, and physical changes that Seniors experience.

Those who have a good driving record for the past three years will receive a discount on their auto insurance for the following three years.

The cost of the Course is $12 for AARP Members and $14 for nonmembers.

Class hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Because we lost a sponsor for this course there will be no meals served. To register, call Jim Novotny at 4760477. All seniors who took the course in 2009 must recertify in 2012 to continue receiving a discount on their Auto Insurance.

Crestview Middle School is requesting donations of any items for students for use in supplying a Christmas store.

Students may purchase these items as Christmas gifts for family members using the “Charger Bucks” that they have earned for positive behavior earned during the semester. The deadline for item donations is Dec. 12. Feel free to contact Julie Joyner at 475-5139 with any questions. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Donations are tax deductible.

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94-year-old has killer tomatoes

By JESSICA COOKE jcooke@covingtonleader.com Ninety-four-year-old Munford resident Lily Cole, the proud mother of newly re-elected mayor Dwayne Cole, has a new claim to fame: the tomato plants growing in her carport.

Cole saved some seeds from a friend’s tomato plants, and in April she planted them in flower beds beside her carport.

“I planted them, and I watered them and I watched them grow,” she said, and from there the plants

spread, taking over her carport.

“They just kept growing and growing and wouldn’t hush!”

She said they produced so much fruit the family ended up begging friends and neighbors to pick some for themselves. A friend estimated that they had picked over two bushels of the baby tomatoes, and as of last week the plants were still producing fruit despite recent frosts.

The tomatoes, which are somewhat larger than cherry or grape tomatoes and oblong in shape, grow in clusters on the vine and

have a rich, full flavor.

“I had so many I gave the plants to other people, but mine were the only ones that did any good.”

Cole is very proud of her backyard, which neighbors say looks immaculate. However, she admits to not having much of a green thumb in the past, despite her great success with the tomato plants and some past gardening endeavors.

The family built their Munford home in 1961, and Cole has resided there for the past 50 years.

Tipton County Commission on Aging events sponsored by

Jeff McMillian, Doctor of Optometry

Mary Vance Hill celebrates 100 years

By Guelda Faye Harrison and Amy Turnage Editor's Note: The following is a correction from last week’s story. The Leader sincerely apologizes for any misinformation that was published. Her daughter and granddaughter penned this column in honor of Mary Vance Hill's 100th birthday.

Mary Vance Fite Proctor Hill was born November 23, 1912. Her parents were Edith Delashmit Fite and James V. Fite. When they married, James was a widower with three children, Walter, Larry and Kate. Kate was a schoolteacher in the 1920s and taught Mary Vance at Egypt school.

James and Edith had six children: William, James Earl, Robert, Russell, David (Pat) and Mary Vance.

After Mary Vance’s father died in a gravel pit accident at the age of 58, her mother married John (Jack) Fite. Edith and Jack had two children: Walker Boyd and Wilma Edith who presently lives down the street from Mary Vance.

Mary Vance’s ancestors, both Fite and Delashmit families, were early settlers in Tipton County.

The families were of German heritage and migrated to this area from Pennsylvania with original names of Vogt/Voigt and Delaschmidt. The Delashmits were extensive property owners in the Holly Grove area as early as 1830. The Fites

acquired several hundred acres on and west of Marshall Road. That farming operation included a grist mill, blacksmith shop, cash crops, orchards and vegetable gardens.

Mary Vance attended school at Egypt and at Brighton High School where she played basketball. She rode her horse back to school where she tethered her horse and watered him everyday at noon. During the winter months, she boarded with the Banks and Hindman families in Brighton.

During her teenage years, Mary Vance enjoyed church, family get-togethers and activities with her friends and cousins. This circle included Ruth and Lillian McGowan, Elsie Elam and Bessie Delashmit. She was attending a dance when she met her future husband, Ernest Proctor (E.B.) Jr. E.B. and Mary Vance had two daughters, Guelda Faye and Joyce Ann. Later, Mary Vance and E.B. were divorced and she moved from Memphis back to the Atoka area. In the late 1930s, she met and married Addison Hill who was from the Randolph community.

Addison was a widower who had one child, Shirley Faye Hill. Shirley’s mother, Opal Ballard, had died when Shirley was a toddler. During these years, the country’s economy plunged in the Great Depression. The family managed to persevere by working together on the family farm.

World War II was looming and Addison and Mary Vance both found employment at DuPont Powder Plant, located west of Millington, where gunpowder was made. It was there that both Addison and Mary Vance suffered severe chemical burns to their legs, resulting in the end of Mary Vance’s employment.

It was also during this time that gas, tires, sugar, shoes, canned goods and meat were rationed.

The children remember their mother reserving rationed goods in the attic, all the while concerned about government regulations. This included canned pineapple that Mary Vance used in baking her cakes that made a wonderful treat for Sunday afternoon visitors.

World War II also took an emotional toll on the family. Two of Mary Vance’s brothers, Pat and Walker Boyd, as well as extended family members were drafted and sent to Europe and the South Pacific. It was the family’s daily routine to pray for the safe return of everyone. At night, they would gather around the radio for the latest war news.

Unlike many others in the community, Mary Vance’s family members returned home safely.

After World War II, Mary Vance worked at Ellis Grocery in Munford and then the Weona Store owned by her brother, Walker Boyd. There she made lifelong friends with co-workers and custom-

ers. Following this, Mary Vance was employed as a community correspondent for The Leader and The Millington Star. This was an enjoyable time and kept her in contact with the community.

Her life has brought immeasurable pleasures.

In days gone by, she has traveled the United States, played weekly Rook games and cooked delectable meals for her “kids.”

She has been a good neighbor to all. The children of Wiley Drive have known her as “Nana.”

Her door was always open to them and they could count on receiving kind words, gingered with servings of cookies and ice cream. Some of her most treasured memories are times spent with her grand, great and great-great grandchildren who will always remember her imagination and creative story-telling.

A Christian with deep convictions, Mary Vance prays faithfully and never begins a meal without saying grace. She is a 60-year member of the Munford Methodist Church. She is appreciative of all God’s blessings received during her earthly lifespan of 100 years.

Her 100th birthday will be celebrated on Sunday, Nov. 25 from 2-4 p.m. at Munford Methodist Church, 57 S. Tipton Rd. in Munford. Friends and family are invited to attend this joyous event.

Birthday cards will be appreciated.

185 Wesley Reed Dr. Suite E • Atoka, TN 38004 (901) 840-EYES (3937) NOVEMBER 2012 HAPPENINGS TCCA and the Covington Senior Center will be closed Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Save the Date! Tuesday, November 27, 2012 TCCA will be sponsoring an open enrollment day for Medicare Part-D. Counselors from the Aging Commission of the Mid-South will be here to help you pick a plan for 2013. We will begin at 8:30 am and end by 2 pm. Make sure to bring your RedWhite-Blue Medicare Card & your prescription bottles taken on a daily basis. First-come, so bring a book and a snack.

Just for Fun Craft Club- The craft club meets this month on Monday, November 26 at 10 a.m. in the dining hall of the CSC. Bible Study- Bible Study will be held at the CSC on Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. This non-denominational class is open to all.

Bending Needles Quilting Club- Experienced hand stitch quilters are welcome to join the club. The quilters meet each Thursday and Friday morning from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the craft room.

Bingo- Bingo will be held in the dining hall of the CSC on Friday November 20 beginning at 10 a.m.

To Your Health Health Screenings- Covington Care will be in the dining hall of the CSC on Wednesday, November 21 at 9:30 a.m. to check blood pressure. TCCA has partnered with local healthcare providers to offer this service. 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.

Get Fit, Stay Fit- Join other seniors every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:15 a.m. 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 10:30 a.m. in the TCCA dance room. The cost is $3 a class.

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

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 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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.

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• South Tipton Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meets the second Tuesday of the month in Munford at the Restoration Church from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• “…For Men Only” Caregiver Wellness GroupThis group meet the second Monday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The facilitator is Mr. Russell Lindsay.

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

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

Kenneth Brimer of Covington killed this 220-pound, 10-point buck recently while hunting in Haywood County. The deer had a 162-inch gross score.

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Contacts Tipton County Commission on Aging 401 S. College, P.O. Box 631 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3333/901-476-3398- Fax Kerry W. Overton, Executive Director Helen’s House- Anita Feuring-476-1068 Website- www.tiptonaging.org

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Tipton County and the Civil War: October 1862 Compiled by Russell B. Bailey, Tipton County Historian.

PERRYVILLE (Continued) “On the battlefield near Perryville in eighteen-sixty-two A gallant Tennessean fell, pierced by a bullet through.

He fell, but did not sink in death upon the battlefield For his heavenly Father’s sheltering arm Was there its power to yield.”

Mary McDill, 1862 The high water mark of the Confederacy in the Western Theater was at Perryville, Kentucky on Oct. 8, 1862. Tipton’s total number of killed, wounded and captured in Kentucky exceeded the casualties sustained at Fort Donelson and Shiloh.

Tipton’s infantry soldiers were a part of Gen. Benjamin F. Cheatham’s Tennessee Division (including a regiment each from Kentucky and Texas). Cheatham was ordered to attack the Federal left flank. About 2 p.m., Gen. Daniel Donelson’s Brigade crossed the rolling hills along Chaplin River and attacked the enemy. Two of Donelson’s regiments, including the men from Tipton

in the 51st Tennessee, were left in reserve supporting Carnes’ Battery and Wharton’s Cavalry near Hart’s farmhouse.

Donelson’s remaining regiments twice assaulted the Federal near the Widow Gibson’s house and were repulsed by a cross-fire of cannon and musketry.

Tipton’s first soldiers engaged in the battle were the men of Gen. George Maney’s Brigade.

These men crossed the dry Chaplin River bed at Walker’s Bend. About 200 yards farther west on wooded high ground stood precipitous Open Knob where 1,553 men of Union Gen. William Terrell’s 33d Brigade were posted (105th Ohio &, 123d Illinois Infantry & Lt. Charles Parson’s Battery of 8 cannon). Attempting to draw Federal fire from Donelson’s attack, Maney quickly placed in line of battle his first three regiments, the 41st Georgia and the 6th and 9th Tennessee, about 1,212 men.

About 3 p.m., Maney’s regiments, with their bayonets glistening in the sun, charged the Federal infantry and artillery atop the rocky slope of Open Knob.

The 9th Tennessee totaled 378 men, of which the soldiers of Co. C., the second largest unit of the Regiment, numbered 64. 24-year-old Captain Charles B. Simonton

of Portersville led the “Southern Confederates” Co. C, into battle that day.

When Colonel J. W. Buford was wounded and Major Kelso temporarily absent from the front, Simonton assumed command of the Regiment.

Lieut. James I. Hall then assumed command of Company C. Early in the battle. Captain Simonton was severely wounded in his left shoulder by a musket ball.

In the forefront of the attack of the 9th Tennessee was 20-year-old Robert Gibbs, the regimental color bearer. Gibbs, of Co. C., was holding aloft the Stars and Bars Flag that had been presented to the volunteers known as “the Southern Confederates” at Clopton Methodist Church by the ladies of Tipton County. Lieut. James I. Hall recalled Gibbs as an earnest Christian, conducting prayer meetings among the men. In his report, Major George Kelso wrote of the attack: “We were ordered forward, passing up a steep declivity by the flank, and took our position under a most galling fire.

Immediately after getting under fire we were ordered to charge a battery of…[8 cannon] immediately in our front…

It was carried at once, the men all seemingly determined not to halt for any obstacle. Here the colorbearer, Robert Gibbs, of

ory of someone, please see Beth Regen. Young Marrieds Group - mark your calendars for Dec. 9. The group will meet at the Draffin’s. Happy birthday this week goes to Juanita Hern, Rachel Higgins and Walter Rose.

I hope they are each the greatest!

Sharon Presbyterian Please remember those on our prayer list: Rev. James R. Fee, Mary Kirk, Lorrie Martin, Mary Moffatt, Edgar Moses, Danny Salmon, Marvin Turnage and John Wallace.

and her family in the loss of her sister-in-law, Alice Short Brown. Our prayers are with all the family.

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Company C, fell [shot through the heart and instantly killed] while gallantly rushing on, and Corporal Malcom C. Hooks [also of Tipton], of the color guard, seized the flag and kept in front of the lines throughout the entire action…”

Lieut. James I. Hall wrote thus: “As we advanced past the guns in pursuit of the infantry, two of our men [Gladney] McCreight and [William] Carnes were wounded while firing upon the retreating enemy from the shelter of the gun carriages, our company passing right over the ground occupied by the guns.”

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Libby Click Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Thanksgiving Day is a day of blessings for family, friends and our country. Of course I already knew this, but I casually looked to see how it was worded in Webster's Dictionary.

It was worded as such: "A day appointed for giving thanks for divine goodness & the fourth Thursday in November observed as a legal holiday in the United States.

This day was designated by our former president Abraham Lincoln over a century ago. It is equally observed in Canada on the second Monday in October." I hope you and all of your loved ones will be able to get together and share those precious moments.

Salem Presbyterian Thanksgiving Service was held Sunday evening at 7 p.m. on the 18th. A covered dish supper was provided at 5:30 p.m. A special offering was also received for the American Bible Society, Christmas Benevolent Fund, Erskine Seminary and ONA. If you would like to purchase a poinsettia in honor or in mem-

Covington Church of Christ We have been blessed with two baptisms of members of our youth.

On Nov. 7 Parker Speight was baptized and on Nov. 11 Cameron Rimmer was baptized. We rejoice with Parker and Cameron along with their parents, family and friends. Please continue to remember Larry Whaley as he is recovering from surgery. We have several on our prayer list. Please continue to remember these and others. Our sympathy is also extended to Bonnie Glass

Happy birthdays this week go to Rowan Maxwell, Parker Stanley, Jan Hanks, Brian Dickey, Alex Cates, Albert Cates, Mindi Henderson, Ivan Stephenson, Zoe Liles, Melea Edmonds and Tim Salee. I hope they are each the greatest! Happy anniversary goes to David and LaDonna Nance and Brad and Becky Evins.

In closing, I would like to say a special thank you to a loving and dear friend of mine, Mitch Rogers, who is our preacher’s son at Covington Church of Christ.

Mitch is a special young man who preached a sermon on "Pain" this past Sunday at the Elm Grove Church of Christ. Charlie and I had the privilege of hearing this inspiring sermon as well as several others from our home congregation. His sincerity brought tears. It was a very special day for this young man and all who were able to be there.

Again, I hope your Thanksgiving Day will be a blessed one.

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Hello everybody! I sure hope everyone is planning on a big familyfilled Thanksgiving! The residents had Thanksgiving on Saturday and they enjoyed it so much with the Cub Scout girls coming out and feeding the whole crew! Thanks to Karen and Maria and everyone else that made this day possible! Thank you girls, these folks love to see little ones running around! I heard the food

was awesome, and everyone loved their little gift each of you gave to every one of them. That was special!

This past Monday, all day, another troop of girl scouts came out and did so much! They raked leaves, made special decorations for the fellowship hall, decorated it for Christmas, played Bingo with the residents, and then went into the building and sang Christmas

carols. They also brought homemade goodies for the Bingo game like cupcakes, cakes, cookies, tortilla rollups, punch and so much stuff they made and brought for everyone to eat. I know they made the residents feel special!

On Thursday, they are going to have Thanksgiving again, thanks to some very generous folks at the Board of Education.

Everyone has such a giving heart! Three Star Fire Department sent homemade pumpkin pies, breads and rolls which completed their meal!

Gilt Edge

Waylon Cooper of Drummonds on killing a six point buck.

On Saturday, the Morgan family held their annual fall reunion at Ryan’s in Millington. In attendance were Ruth and Mike Dillender of Bertant, Mo., Joan and Elaine McClung of Sikeston, Mo., Shannon and Judith Morgan with daughter Kimberly of Rosemark, Martha Williams of Munford, Troy

and Connie Blyue of Randolph, Josh and Erica Blyue with daughter Avery Marie of Brighton and Callie Blyue and son Emery Dean of Randolph.

The Gilt Edge Church of Christ will be having a Ladies Day service and a Family Lectureship service. The dates are to be announced at a later date. The church is located at 10726 Hwy. 59 W. and the phone number is 476-8482. The church has

a daily radio program on WKBL 1250 AM Monday through Friday at 12:45 and 5:30 p.m. The speaker is Minister Daniel Dalton. The service times are Sunday morning Bible Study at 10 a.m., Sunday Worship at 11 a.m., and Wednesday Bible Study at 7:30 p.m.

On the prayer list this week are those in the hospital, nursing home, shut-ins, military and their families, and those

who are involved in relief efforts on the east coast after Sandy left her damaging marks. To our veterans: thank you for your service. The Thanksgiving week will be busy with families gathering together to begin the holiday season. Please be careful if you’re going to be on the road this week, and have a happy Thanksgiving.

Until next week.

tion. As Americans that were not affected by this terrible storm, let us roll up our sleeves to help out our neighbors.

Congratulations to the winners of Jolly Corteria’s grocery give-away on last Sunday, which were Gail Shankle and Praisha Sherrill, both of Covington. Of course, I was not a winner this time, but I’ll get it next year.

Happy birthday this week to Chris Brown and Dustin Hall on the 18th, Krystle Welborne on the 21st, Eugene Baker on the 22nd (Turkey Day), Willhemia Hayes on the 23rd, Morgan Sorrell on the 25th, and Myliah Sorrell and Ashley Andrews on the 26th.

Our prayers go out to Willie Shade Alston’s family. Their nephew Stan Alston passed last week in Milwaukee, Wis. He was born and raised in Jamestown and his mother is Flora Bee Al-

ston, also of Wisconsin.

We are still praying for our regulars: Jennie Stewart, Ruth Alston, Katerene Harler, Isaiah and Willie Burton Sr., Eugene and Gigi Baker, Joseph Heaston Sr., Posey Reed and family, Rufus Garner, George Hooper, Wayne Jerry, Jessie Lawson, Flossie Woods, Beaulah Wakefield, Carlotta Jones, Floyd White Sr. and family, Menola “Knot” Hollands, Rudolph Boykins and family, Rev. and Mrs. Richard Coe, Pink Sherrill Jr., Kelvin King, Jr., Eula Culbreath and family, Connie and Christine Brown, David and Charlene Sneed, Gladys Miller and family, Mary Burton and Rhonda Heaston McLin and family. Special prayers to our men and women in the armed forces, especially on today’s holiday, and we say thanks to all of you.

Congratulations!

A new healthy baby boy, Walter Benjamin Bell IV

was born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Joseph Bell III on Nov. 12 in San Diego Calif., weighing over 8 lbs. Mother and son are doing well. They have a four-year-old daughter, Gianna Bell. Joey III is formerly of Jamestown.

Proud grandparents are Alice Bell (my sister) of Atlanta, formerly of Jamestown, and Walter Joseph Bell Jr. of Millington. Proud great-grandfather is Walter Joseph Bell Sr. of Millington.

That’s all for this time.

Don’t over-stuff today!

Think of those who don’t have food or even a table to sit down at. Let us hold them in our prayers.

Remember, “when you are feeling sorry for what you do not have, praise God and be sure to give Him thanks for all it is that you do have.”

Happy Thanksgiving

to all of you, my wonderful readers and friends, especially to my California family, Percy and Allie White and their families, Darlene and Becky, Robert and Dorcus Smith, and Andrew Jackson and his lovely family.

Until next time.

Clint has been off on a business trip with Craig Simonton to North Dakota since Sunday, and I was glad to see them pull up in the yard Saturday. They were in touch with Pepper Peterson, son of Donna Kellum, who grew up here, and ate supper with him.

It’s a small world! They wanted to do some duck hunting, but it was four degrees there, all the water was frozen, and there were no ducks!

On Sunday, several members of the Covington Church of Christ drove down to the Elm Grove church to hear Mitch Rogers, who is the son of our preacher and his wife, Mike and Bonita Rogers. He was awesome! He was animated, moved around on the podium a lot, and held his Bible up as he talked. He didn't seem nervous at all. His grandfather, dad and brother are all preachers and I'm glad it's finally come out in Mitch. We would be missing a great future preacher if it hadn't!

Larry Whaley II continues in the hospital following surgery. Helen Birr, mother of Delores Whaley, is in the hospital in South Carolina, and she’s not in good shape.

Amanda, Courtney's mother, needs prayers also, as she is facing surgery. So many are in our prayers at this time, especially those taking treatments, and our service-

men and women.

My sincere sympathy goes to Bonnie Glass and family in the death of her sister-in-law, Alice Brown. That family is in my prayers.

The Birthday Party at Covington Care will be at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 24. The Annual Ladies Christmas Party will be at Laura Craft's on Dec. 2.

Happy birthday this week goes to Rowan Maxwell on Nov.18, to Parker Stanley, Jan Hanks and son Brian Dickey on the 20th, to Alex Cates on the 21st, to Albert Cates on the 22nd, to Mindi Henderson, Ivan Stephenson and Zoe Liles on the 23rd and to Melea Edmonds and Tim Sallee on the 24th!

Happy anniversary to David and LaDonna Nance on Nov. 18 and to Brad and Becky Evins on the 24th!

My geranium has liked the cool weather so well it is dark green and blooming like crazy, so I brought it in last weekend. It is beautiful in the house! I’ll let is last as long as it will.

This week's Farmer's Almanac Quote: (for Thanksgiving) "Never eat more than you can lift" - Miss Piggy, Muppet Character.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers, and if you shop on Black Friday, be safe and get lots of bargains! I can put my tree up Friday!

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Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. What do you have to be thankful for, you just might ask? First of all, if you’re reading this, you are alive. Second, if everyone that you know and love are doing wonderful, they are alive. And last but not in any way the least of your blessings, our homes and all that we own is still in one piece and we’ve suffered nothing befitting a major disaster in our lives. We give God all of our thanks.

At this time, let our hearts as well as our prayers set upon our neighbors on the East Coast who suffered major loss of lives as well as human suffering due to the disastrous effects of Sandy just a few weeks ago. They need everything, as you all know, even a $5 or $10 dona-

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It’s going to be a mild week with not much chance of rain. It’s great weather for Thanksgiving!

This week's farm report: Winter wheat is planted. I love winter wheat! Some crops remain in the fields but probably not for long.

Harvest 2012 is almost at an end and I know farmers in the Midwest are glad to see it go. We’re already praying for more rain for the USA next year, but the Farmer's Almanac calls for dry and cool for our part of the country. Plant accordingly!

On Wednesday night, Elizabeth, Lyla and Courtney Gurley came over after church and had homemade soup and cornbread. We had some green tomatoes, so we fried them, and then I showed the girls how to make Ginger Snaps. We had a big time!

On Thursday night, Elizabeth, Courtney Gurley, her mother, Amanda Cochran and I enjoyed dinner in Atoka, then saw the final Twilight Saga movie, "Breaking Dawn Part 2.” It was better than anticipated and I was sorry to see the last movie end. Fans could go at noon that day and see all five movies, but we just saw "Breaking Dawn 1 and 2.” It was a fun night!

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Thanks to everybody for remembering our senior citizens on the holidays and every day!

I just want to throw this out there: we had some very nice people come last week and cut down a great big tree for us but could not use all the wood, so we have firewood to give away to anyone that wants it. If you know of anyone that needs it and you’d be willing to come out and cut it up for them, please come and help yourself!

Surely there is someone out there who needs

some firewood. Just stop by the office here or give me a call. It’s hard to find because you can’t see it from the road, but I’ll point it out to you if you come and cut it up and take it home or to someone who may really need it to stay warm!

My Thanksgiving prayer is that you all have a very safe and wonderful time with your family tomorrow. Don’t eat too much, and remember to put away your turkey and dressing so you don’t get food poisoning! Take a nap, the turkey should

help with that!

Be kind to everyone you meet. Remember, you never know what trial they may be facing, so a big smile goes a long way! Please remember to give thanks to our Lord Jesus Christ who provides everything you eat!

Until next week, take care and may God bless every move you make toward Him! He loves you beyond all measure!

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One win from Cookeville

Covington's Demarcus Seaberry hauls in a game-clinching interception after Johnston White (5) tipped it in the closing seconds of Covington's 23-18 quarterfinal win over Trezevant Friday night in Covington. The Chargers host Liberty on Friday with a berth in the state title game on the line. Photo by Phil Ramsey - www.covingtonchargerfootball.com

Chargers hold off late rally, advance to semifinals

By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com “I told you they were good.”

Those were Marty Wheeler’s first words on field following his Chargers’ 23-18 Class 4A quarterfinal playoff win over the Trezevant Purple Bears Friday night in Covington.

With the win, the Chargers earned a berth in the state semifinals for the second straight season.

Covington will host Liberty Friday night with a spot in next Saturday's state title game on the line.

Friday's game was a tale of two halves, the best and worst of times.

“We executed our offense as we in-

tended in the first half,” Wheeler said, “and our defense gave us big opportunities. Fortunately we capitalized. The touchdown pass to Carlos was a big play.”

Covington (13-0) looked to be a runaway winner after the first half.

Johnston White recovered a fumble at the Bear 49-yard line on the sixth play from scrimmage. With Jalen Henderson and White carrying the load, CHS scored in six plays with Henderson going the final yard with 4:11 left in the first quarter. Bobby Van Cleve continued his perfect season with the first of three extra points for a 7-0 lead.

Daiquon Norfolk pounced on a fumble on the second play of the second

quarter and the Chargers set up shop at the Bear 39. Five straight runs by Carlos Williams, White and Henderson and a facemask penalty on Trezevant (10-3) put the Chargers in a first and goal at the 8.

White tallied his 38th touchdown of the season on third down from four yards out and Covington led 14-0. He led the Chargers in rushing for the night with 71 yards on 17 carries, making him the all time leading rusher in CHS history.

A fumble for lost yardage and a sack

by Tyrone Tipton forced a Bear three and out on the next possession.

T.A. Watson wasted no time. A perfectly thrown 52-yard strike to a streak-

SIGNING DAY

SEE CHS, PAGE A12

Stark honors mom, signs with UTC

Schulz signs with U of M

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com When watching a Munford softball game, it's hard not to notice Sami Jo Schulz.

She seems to make a “wow” play at shortstop nearly every game and is lightning fast around the bases.

The coaching staff at the University of Memphis has noticed her for a long time.

And Thursday in the Munford High School cafeteria, Schulz, a senior, decided she wanted to go play for the Lady Tigers and signed scholarship papers in front of family, friends, coaches and teammates.

“I really wanted to stay close to home,” said Schulz. “That was important to me. And I really liked the coach.”

Schulz helped led the Lady Cougars to the Class AAA state tournament last season, hitting over .400 and leading the team in stolen bases and on-base percentage.

“She's one of the best base runners I've ever coached,” Munford head coach Glenn Goulder said. “Just an all-around athlete. She makes some defensive plays that will make you scratch your head and say 'How did she do that?' … She's just so fast.”

Schulz, a prototypical slap-hitting lead-off hitter, said she was recruited to play shortstop for the Lady Tigers.

ing Williams put Covington up 21-0 with 1:10 left in the half. Trezevant would roar downfield to the CHS 25, but come up empty with Trae Wilson recording a half-ending sack.

“We weren’t flat coming out for the second half,” said Wheeler. “It was our goal to take the second half kick-off, drive, score and keep momentum, but their adjustments worked and we were unable to sustain a drive. However, the defense stepped up when it counted. A safety, five sacks, two interceptions and three stops on two-point conversions were game changers.”

The potent CHS offense was stymied for the entire second half. Covington

Munford senior Jonathan Stark signed a basketball scholarship with UT-Chattanooga on Friday morning. Pictured are, from left, front, MHS assistant Bill Hopkins, Stark, MHS head coach Butch Hopkins; back, MHS athletic director Steve McCullough, Jerry Stark Jr., Jerry Stark, Greg Maclin and Kameron Foster.

As Munford senior basketball player Jonathan Stark signed his name on a bundle of University of TennesseeChattanooga scholarship papers Friday morning in the MHS cafeteria, it was the culmination of a lot of things.

It meant years of hard work had finally resulted in a dream that was a long time coming: playing Division 1 basketball.

It was a special day for another reason too. Six years ago to the day, his

mother Mary Stark died.

“I know my mother is in heaven smiling down on me,” said Stark, who also considered offers from New Mexico State, Southeastern Lousiana, Arkansas, David Lipscomb and Western Kentucky. “She always wanted me to sign a D1 scholarship.”

His father, Jerry Stark, was on hand Friday and was smiling down on him while standing a couple of feet away.

“I just thank God he's got this gift,” Jerry Stark said. “It's been a long SEE SIGNS, PAGE A12

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BASKETBALL ROUNDUP

Lady Cardinals fall to Fayette-Ware

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com

The Brighton Lady Cardinals and first-year head coach Kent Cates nearly got a season-opening win on Nov. 13, but came up just short in overtime.

Brighton led 33-26 heading into the fourth quarter, but visiting FayetteWare rallied to force overtime and prevailed 50-45.

“We played well until the fourth quarter but seemed to lose composure a bit in the fourth quarter,” Cates said.

“I take full blame for that because I backed off the pressure trying to protect a 10-point lead and we slowly lost our mojo.”

Alaina Bierdz led the Lady Cardinals with 14 points, including a pair of 3-pointers, and eight rebounds and Brianna Brown added 11 points. Jada

Johnson scored eight for Brighton.

Brighton made just 6 of 21 free throws.

In action last Thursday, FCA defeated Brighton 71-17.

Brighton (0-2) was led by four points from Bierdz.

In other area action: • The Munford boys moved to 2-0 on the season with a dramatic 43-42 win last Thursday at home over Liberty.

Jonathan Stark hit a free throw with 2.7 seconds left break the tie. Munford has now beaten two teams (including Memphis Central) that advanced to the state tournament last year.

• The Munford girls improved to 1-1 with a 53-57 win over Liberty.

Robneisha Lee led the way for Munford with 15 points and Lauren Zvolanek added 13.

Munford led 28-18 at the half.

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George Monson put the Bears on the board with a twisting, acrobatic 10-yard run at the 5:26 mark of the third period to cut the CHS lead to 21-6.

Just three minutes later, LeMarcus Stewart took in a Watson punt at the Bear 26 and set sail for the end zone, cutting the advantage to 21-12.

“We punted away from Stewart all night,” Wheeler said. “We made a mistake and punted to him and he burned us.”

Charger fans breathed a little easier

when Norfolk corralled the quarterback to record a safety for a 23-12 advantage with 9:29 remaining, but the relief was short-lived.

After a CHS three and out, the Bears embarked on a seven-play drive to get into winning position at 23-18 with six minutes on the scoreboard.

With both crowds howling, White snuffed out one of Trezevant’s last two chances with an interception at the 2:36 mark and Demarcus Seaberry closed the door with another interception off a tip by White with three ticks left.

For the first time this season the Chargers were out gained, 226 to 218.

Mady Kate Gantt signed a softball scholarship with Bethel University last Thursday. Pictured are, from left, front, mother Amy Easley, Gantt, father David Gantt; back, TRA coach Amber Needham, Bethel coach Larry Geraldi and TRA coach Joe Layton.

Gantt goes with Bethel

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Tipton-Rosemark senior Mady Kate Gantt was probably her team's most versatile player last year, playing outfield, pitching and holding down other positions when necessary.

That versatility was noticed by Bethel University coach Larry Geraldi and he signed her to a softball scholarship Thursday at TRA. “I'm looking forward to four years with Mady,” Geraldi said. “She's a great player. She'll fit right in with us.”

Gantt was an all-region player last year, leading the Lady Rebels to the state tournament. In 2011 she helped TRA win a state title.

“I really like Coach Geraldi,” Gantt said. “It was one of the schools that would work with my major (special education) and I really like the location (McKenzie, Tenn.). It's really homey.”

TRA head coach Joe Layton said Bethel is getting a great person and player.

“She's done anything we've asked of her,” Layton said. “Name a position and she's played it.”

SIGNS

Continued from A11 road. He's worked very hard to get to this point … I thank God for this dream coming true.”

Stark transferred from Brighton to Munford over the summer. Although injured for much of last season, he averaged 17 points a game, leading Brighton to the region semifinals. He's averaging 24 points a game this year.

He thanked several people for helping him get to this point, including his

father and stepmother Elizabeth Stark, whom he called a “big inspiration.”

Stark said the coaching staff at UTChattanooga was the biggest reason for his college choice.

“I like the coach's system,” Stark said. “I thank God for giving me the opportunity to play and achieve my dreams … This feels good, but I know I have a lot of work to put in to play on the D1 level.”

Munford senior Sami Jo Schulz signed a softball scholarship with Memphis on Thursday. Pictured are, from left, front, father Dave Schulz, Schulz, brother Steven Schulz, mother Annette Schulz; back, Team Elite coach Troy Sisson, Munford coach Glenn Goulder and Munford athletic director Steve McCullough.

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Above, Tim and Thirza Sloan pose with Mr. and Mrs. Earle Sloan after Thirza received the Bishop's Cross at the convention. Bottom left: delegates Maureen Clayon, Daphine Smith and Rev. Debbie DuGuard pose with the St. Paul's banner. Bottom right: delegates Echo Day and Thirza and Tim Sloan pose with the St. Matthew's banner.

Episcopalians attend diocesan convention Local Episcopalians attended the 31st annual convention of the Diocese of West Tennessee from Thursday, Nov. 15 to Saturday, Nov. 17.

Held at Grace-St.Luke's church in Midtown Memphis, attendees included Tim and Thirza Sloan and Echo Day from St. Matthew's in Covington; Maureen Claybon, Daphine Smith, Rev. Debbie DuGuard, Mary Hayes and Dr. Lavonnie Perry Claybon from St. Paul's Church in Mason; and Kathy Pederson and Sarah Sartain from

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Also in attendance was Richard Fletcher, of Brighton, at deacon at St. Mary's Church in Dyersburg.

Thirza Sloan, of Covington, received the coveted Bishop's Cross during the event in honor of her half-century as organist at St. Matthew's.

At the convention, delegates approved resolutions to continue ongoing anti-racism training and to use the propers prescribed in "Holy Women, Holy Men: Celebrating the Saints" on the Sunday

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Church bulletins, the section where we will share news briefs and church-related events, will run when space is available. To submit something to this section, call Echo Day at 901-4767116 or send an email to eday@covingtonleader.com.

November 22 The men of Central Christian Church will hold their annual Thanksgiving breakfast at 6:30 a.m.

November 24 House of Prayer Church in Covington will be hosting an auction and Gospel Singing by Masters Quartet for the opening of their new church.

The event will begin at 10 a.m. The church is located on Hwy. 51 across from McDonald’s. They will be selling hamburgers, hot dogs, barbeque and drinks as well as auctioning off assorted items.

November 26 Eldon Potts, a missionary to the Phillipines, will present a concert and give an update on the mission work of CTN Ministries at Central Christian Church at 7 p.m.

December 2 Central Baptist Church will present the play “Christmas at the Cricket County Café” by Eddie McPherson at 6 p.m. The event is free to the public, and everyone is invited with refreshments afterwards. The church is located at 755 Lucy Kelly Road in Brighton.

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

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.

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 $25 per adult, $10 per child and up to $20 for a family. For more information, call 476-5857 or 385-4327.

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.

Gateway Baptist Church will meet each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for Celebrate Recovery, a program designed to share experience, strength, and hope in overcoming life’s hurts, hang – ups, and habits where anonymity is a requirement. If you have any questions, please call 901-837-8087.

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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M C AutoMotive

13942 Hwy 51 • Atoka, TN 38004 • (901) 837-4511 Care and Fair is our motto!

Specializing in Excellent Auto Repair Will Service Most Models

Bill McGowan & Co. Complete Insurance Service 100 N. Tipton • Munford • 837-0191

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ACTS II COMMUNITY CHURCH 106 Star Shopping Lane Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1732 ANTIOCH M.B. CHURCH 1785 Wooten Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-5811

PH: 901-294-3528

RICHARD, DANNY& DICKEY BYRD

CITY OF COVINGTON Gas Company 200 W. Washington • 476- 9531

"Serving you with warmth" ners New Ow

Juanita’s Daycare & Preschool 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Friday Atoka - 837-6657

BigRiver.net DSL Lite $22.95

872-7772

BRIGHTON PHARMACY & GIFT SHOP 1880 Old Hwy 51 • Brighton, TN 38011 Phone: 901-837-8981 • Fax: 901-837-8986 Chuck Porter • Owner/Pharmacist Robin Porter • Owner/Buyer

Richard Todd- Owner

Covington Granite works -Since 1888-

Highway 51 South Covington Tn. 476-2240 Member

BAPTIST

901-476-0333 1-877-676-5455 TOLL FREE

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 900 Simmons Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-837-2683

ATOKA U.M. CHURCH 609 Atoka-Munford Ave Atoka, TN 38004 873-8454

FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH 6920 Highway 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-1008

ATOKA EVANGELICAL PREB 1041 Atoka Idaville Rd Atoka, TN 38004 837-3500

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1422 Old Hwy 51 Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-0950

AVERY CHAPEL CME 2365 Leighs Chapel Road Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2337

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ATOKA 102 Kimbrough Ave Atoka, TN 38004 901-313-2919

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 55 Andrea Dr. Munford, TN 38058 837-2247 BETHEL CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN 3406 Tracey Rd Atoka, TN 38004 837-0343

CONSTRUCTION

476-9600

Home Health Care of West Tennessee Inc.

Phone 901- 840-4663 13690 Hwy 51 S., Ste. 101 Atoka, TN 38004

Frank Climer & Sons Paving & Sealing Co. INC.

901-837-9226 • 731-663-3242 • 1-800-273-3878 No Job Too Small or Too Large

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COVINGTON 2105 Highway 59 South Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2489 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MASON 359 Hwy 70 E Mason, TN 38049 MasonBaptistChurch.com FIRST BRIGHTON BAPTIST CHURCH 132 East Woodlawn Ave. Brighton, TN 38011 476-6180

BRIGHT HILL M.B. CHURCH 4650 Ballard Slough Rd. P.O. Box 166 Burlison,TN 38015 901-476-3227

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF COVINGTON 403 S. Main St. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2434

CAMPGROUND U. M. CHURCH 3183 Drummonds Road Drummonds, TN 38023 837-4629

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 145 West Church Ave Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9694

CANAAN BAPTIST CHURCH 211 Main Street N Covington, TN 38019 476-8782

GARLAND BAPTIST CHURCH 1756 Garland Dr. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9691

CAREY CHAPEL AME 4955 Ballard Slough Rd Burlison, TN 38015 475-2288

GARLAND UNITED METHODIST 1613 Garland Drive Covington, TN 38058 901-476-9334

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 2010 Highway 51 S Covington, TN 38019 476-4433

GATEWAY BAPTIST CHURCH 1915 Rosemark Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8087

CALVARY BIBLE CHURCH 894 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 837-8563

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST CHURCH 2256 Mt. Lebanon Road Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1356

CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH 755 Lucy Kelly Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-475-4422

GRACE TEMPLE APOSTOLIC CHURCH 8923 Mt Carmel Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1008

CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH 400 South Maple Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6858

GREAT EXPECTATIONS COGIC 2053 Highway 51 S. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6666

CHARLESTON BAPTIST CHURCH 8642 Hwy 179 Stanton, TN 38069 901.476.8479

GREATER ST. JOHN MBC 411 Shelton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-4765

CHURCH OF CHRIST 873 Hwy 51 N. (Quality Inn) Covington, TN 38019 901.475.9443

GRACE OUTREACH WORSHIP CENTER 795 Tennessee Ave Covington, TN 38019

CHRIST CHURCH AT CASPER CREEK 6849 Center College Rd. Millington, TN 38053 901.840.3637

HARVEST CENTRAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD 9703 Hwy. 59 S Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2135

CLOPTON U. M. CHURCH 5285 Brighton Clopton Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-5512

HATCHIE CHURCH OF CHRIST 1372 Highway 51 N Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9709

COLLINS CHAPEL C.M.E. CHURCH 303 W. Ripley Avenue Covington, TN 38019 615-486-0666- Pastor

HOLLY GROVE CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN 4538 Holly Grove Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8379

WOOTEN OIL CO. Contractors

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MUNFORD 521 Giltedge Rd. Munford, TN 38058 901-837-1559

BIG HATCHIE BAPTIST ASSOCIATION 1390 Hwy. 51 N Covington,TN 38019 901-476-6759

COVINGTON ASSOCIATED REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN 133 W. Washington Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-2222

ROSE

KELLEY’S CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 692 Garland Detroit Rd. Burlison, TN 38015

ASSOCIATED REFORMED PRESB 81 Church Ave Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-7233

COVINGTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 1861 Hwy 51 South Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9592

Design - Build

ELM GROVE CHURCH OF CHRIST 2016 Elm Grove Rd Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-5440

ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH 190 Antioch Road Munford, TN 38058 901-837-9635

Home Care & Hospice TIPTON Medicare Certified • Joint Commission Accredited

513 Sanford Ave. 901-476-2684

JESUS THE WAY OUTREACH CENTER 795 Tennessee Drive Covington, Tennessee 38019

ELM GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1108 Elm Grove Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8799

BEAVER BAPTIST 9344 Holly Grove Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-2904

MASON, TN 38049 CERTIFIED WELDERS PORTABLE WELDING • FARM-COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL ALUMINUM & STAINLESS WELDING

70 Witherington Rd Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2670

CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3030 Drummonds Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-840-4326 CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH AT THE NAZARENE 3865 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-2545 EBENEZER CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

HEBRON COMMUNITY CHURCH Rayburn Rd. Covington, TN 38019 HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-491-8138 HOPEWELL UNITED METHODIST 3866 Munford Giltedge Rd Munford, TN 38058 HOSANNA MINISTRIES 13779 Hwy 51 S. Atoka, TN 38004 901-840-4540 JEHOVAH'S WITNESS OF COVINGTON 1150 Old Brighton Rd Covington,TN 38019 901-475-2110

LIBERTY BAPTIST 2097 Holly Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-5273 LIGHTHOUSE PRAISE TEMPLE 826B HWY 51 COVINGTON, TN 38019 901-294-3866 LIGHTHOUSE APOSTOLIC 2536 Tracy Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-9138 MASON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11733 Hwy 59 Mason, TN 38049 837-8308 MT. HERMAN CHURCH 3492 Quito-Drummonds Road, Millington, TN 38053 (901) 835-2886 MT. LEBANON ASSEMBLY 7560 Hwy 51 North Henning, TN 38041 MT. LEBANON BAPTIST 1837 Mt. Lebanon Road Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3417 MT. TIPTON CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-1165 MT. ZION CHURCH 838 S. Tipton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3233 MUNFORD BAPTIST CHURCH 1253 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-9276 MUNFORD FIRST UNITED METHODIST 57 Tipton Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8881 MUNFORD PRESBYTERIAN 60 East Main Street Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6721 NEW BEGINNING CHURCH 1460 Atoka Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-412-0241 NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH 2357 Wilkinsville Rd Drummonds, TN 30823 901-835-5683 NEW HORIZON CHURCH OF GOD 1099 Hwy 51 N Covington, TN 38019 901-489-0447 NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 5123 Highway 176 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-0062 NEW LIFE PRESBYTERIAN CHRUCH 133 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6804 NEW SALEM UNITED METHODIST 7803 Munford Gilt Edge Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8536 OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4048 Highway 59 W Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7259 PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4625 Highway 59 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7016 PLEASANT GROVE METHODIST 314 Gainesville Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3162 POPLAR GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2600 Glen Springs Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2611 POPLAR GROVE U.M.C. 228 Quito Drummonds Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2568 PARADISE BAPTIST CHURCH 520 Simonton St. Covington, Tennessee 38019 QUITO UNITED METHODIST 4580 Quito Drummonds Rd. Millington, TN 38053 901-835-2318

REDEEMING GRACE LUTHERAN 1496 Munford Ave. Munford, TN 38058 901-831-3980 THE REFUGE 749A N. Main St Covington, TN 38019 901-603-3897 RIVER OF LIFE 220 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8781 SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3400 Atoka-Idaville Road Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8210 SHILOH MB CHURCH 584 John Hill Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-0081 SIMONTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4100 Munford Gilt Edge Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-2168 SMYRNA BAPTIST CHURCH 7512 Hwy 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-6178 SOUTH TIPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 538 Simmons Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 837-2140 ST. ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 1225 Highway 51 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-8140 ST. LUKE BAPTIST CHURCH 632 St. Luke Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9746 ST. MARK AME CHURCH 842 Tipton Road Munford, TN 38058 (901) 837-1456 ST. MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL 303 S. Munford Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6577 ST. MATTHEW MB CHURCH 296 Mason-Charleston Rd. Stanton, TN 38069 901-476-5935 ST JOHN MISSIONARY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-2474 ST. JOHN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1602 Highway 59 West Covington, TN 38019 901-4767645 ST. PAUL EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2406 Hwy 70 East Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2641 ST. STEPHENS M.B. CHURCH 3827 Hwy 51 North Covington, TN 38019 901-476-1559 TABERNACLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4258 Highway 179 Covington 901-756-1071 TEMPLE OF PRAISE 8323 Richardson Landing Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-3462 TIPTON CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 470 Watson Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8356 TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 5954 Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8889 TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11886 Main St. Mason, TN 38049 VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH 5422 Drummonds Rd Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2280 WESTERN VALLEY BAPTIST 836 Church Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-475-1255 WESTSIDE ASSEMBLY NON-DENOMINATIONAL 33 Paulette Circle Covington, TN 38019 WILLOW GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 618 Willow Grove Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7337

RANDOLPH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1135 Randolph Rd. Burlison, TN 476-8244 RAVENSCROFT EPISCOPAL CHAPEL 8219 Holly Grove Rd, Brighton, TN Holy Eucharist, 1st & 3rd Morning Prayer - 2nd & 4th 8:45 a.m.

837-1312

Covington Funeral Home Magnolia Gardens Cemetery

3499 Highway 51 South 476-3757 (Phone) 476-5373 (Fax) David Berryman, Funeral Director Jonathan Murphy, Funeral Director

“Caring for the Community with Compassion”

201 Lanny Bridges • Covington TN.

476-4492

Open 24 hrs.

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COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL

EMPLOYMENT Drivers

107

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

Superior Equipment!! Insurance, Family Owned! Call: 573-471-9732.

Misc. Help Wanted

116

Help Wanted

Custom Sprayer Applicator Farm or Farm Supply Experience Helpful Call 901-652-4892

Comm./Indust. ProPerty for rent 802 For rent: Doctors office building, approx 2400 sq feet. 534 Munford Atoka Ave. Munford, TN. Please cal 371-6004 or 581-2892 Office space, 111 Munford St. in Covington. Appox. 1700 sq. ft. 901831-6411.

REAL ESTATE RENT ApArtments for rent 901

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK Dogs, Cats & supplies 201

Now Leasing $550/mo.

Call 731-635-7177 for more information

6 week old AKC/ABCA reg. Border Collies. Shots, dewormed. Red/ White. $500. Lilac Merle $600. Call 901-356-3373.

Mountain Cur Pups OMCBA (Original Mountain Cur Breeders Association) registered. 4 males and 3 females. $250.00 (901) 848-4202.

MERCHANDISE Miscellaneous

320

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2BR AND ELDERLY 62 AND OVER.

For Sale, Commercial Tanning Beds Excellent Condition! Mostly New Bulbs! Call Emily 901-502-5798

Wanted to Buy

328

I Buy Junk Cars & Trucks Call Sam 901-351-8025 51 Pawn Shop buys scrap gold.

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

PROFESSIONAL Snapper Dealership

Sales, Service & Parts Now opeN Walls West Tennessee Supply 833 East Street, Covington

476-4419

t Cov ing on, tn PeCan House (Jack Hall Pecans)

Crack • Shell • Buy • Sell 1437 Hwy 51 N., Covington, TN

Cell 901-581-9875 Shop 901-476-9868

James short attorney at Law

Divorce Uncontested

T WO - A N D - T H R E E - B E D RO O M Townhomes in Brighton. Excellent schools. Call 901-476-8000 or 901489-2435.

Homes for rent

3br, $740mn, $300dep.

4br, $795mn. $400dep 901-502-5217, 901-356-2963.

3BR, 2BA brick duplex. Good location in Cov. CH/A, fenced bk yd, No pets $700/mo. 901-476-5547 3br, 2ba, 618 Bethel. Covington. $800mn, $800dep. 3br, 1ba, 439B Peete St. Covington. $400mn, $400dep. 901-828-2015.

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

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

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HELP WANTED - SALES

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DRIVERS - CLASS A FLATBED Home Every Weekend! Pay 37¢/mi, Both ways, Full Benefits, Requires 1 year OTR Flatbed experience. 800572-5489 x227, Sunbelt Transport, Jacksonville, FL (TnScan)

HOMES FOR SALE

DRIVERS: NO EXPERIENCE? $0 Training cost with employment commitment if you enroll the week of November 18th or 25th. Central Refrigerated (877) 369-7191 www.centraltruckdrivingjobs.com (TnScan) DRIVERS: CDL-A NO GIMMICKS! Just great pay,

SATELLITE TV PROMOTIONAL PRICES START AT $19.99 a month for DISH for 12 months. Call Today and ask about Next Day Installation. 800-291-5958 (TnScan)

SPORTING GOODS GUN SHOW NOV. 23-25 Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4 - Knoxville Chilhowee Park (3301 Magnolia Ave) Exit 392 A off I-40 Buy - Sell - Trade. Info: (563) 927-8176 (TnScan)

NEED A FRESH START/ Bad Credit? Fresh Start Program - Clayton Homes in Lexington, TN 731-9684937 (TnScan)

MANUFACTURED HOMES NEW & ABANDONED manufactured homes moved to your land. Easy terms. Phone 870-935-1708. Apply by phone or set an appointment.

(TnScan)

MISCELLANEOUS

Miles, hometime & benefits 50¢/mile for Hazmat Teams Solos start at 36¢/ mile 1yr. exp. req’d 800-942-2104 Ext. 7308 or 7307 www.TotalMS.com (TnScan)

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3997.00Make & Save Money with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension.

In stock ready to ship. Free Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800578-1363 Ext. 300N (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! 877-5215775 www.USATruck.jobs (TnScan)

NO HASSLE NO GIMMICK Pricing! We Have New, Used, and Repo Homes. Come See Us Today - Clayton Homes of Lexington, TN 731-968-4937 (TnScan)

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

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2x2 $355

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3br 2ba, C/H/A, Utilities paid, Quiet Neighborhood, Brighton schools, No smoking No pets $650 mo $500 dep., No section 8, 901-476-4724 MH 3 BR 2 BA , Nice large lot. 485 GRIMES ROAD Drummonds Across from Glens Springs fishing lake $550 plus deposit. 901-835-2933

$195

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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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3br 2ba MH Gainsville Community.

Brighton School district. $500mn, $400dep. 901-239-6566

ANNOUNCEMENTS

REAL ESTATE

DRIVER. TANGO TRANSPORT NOW hiring Regional OTR Team.

Top Pay Plenty of Miles Great Home Time. Family Medical/Dental. 401k.

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RV’S / MOBILE HOMES AUCTION Nov. 28th thru Dec. 1st 35 Million Dollars in Construction/ Marine Equipment and Vehicles Detailed list @ www.HendersonAuctions.com 225.686.2252 Livingston, Louisiana (TnScan)

Mobile HoMes for rent 903

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com 800-648-9915 (TnScan)

2x4 $710

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EQUIPMENT WANTED - DEAD OR ALIVE - Any Kind, Any Size - You Call - We Can Haul! Jones Heavy Salvage Shiloh, TN 731-632-1900 or 731-6074995 (TnScan)

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

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HELP WANTED 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. DriveTrain 119 E. L. Morgan Dr. Jackson, TN 1-800-423-8820 or Drive-Train 2045 St. John Ave. Dyersburg, TN 1-800-423-2730 www.drive-train.org (TnScan)

HELP WANTED - DRIVERS “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)

2x6 $1065

(per week)

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JOB OPENING Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council’s Head Start/Early Head Start program is now accepting applications for the position(s) of Teacher and Substitutes for the Lauderdale Head Start and Early Head Start Center.

Assistant Teacher: Essential Job Duties: Assist in the day-to-day activities necessary for operation of the pre-school classroom under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher. (e.g., classroom activities, care, safety, and well being of pre-school aged children and accurate record keeping) Qualifications: The successful applicant should have their CDA (Child Development Associate Certification) and HS diploma/GED), which is the educational requirement for Head Start Assistant Teachers. Applicants must be willing to enroll in an Associate Degree Program in Early Childhood Education. Should also possess good written, verbal, and computer skills. Valid Tennessee driver’s license and vehicle with liability insurance required. Experience and/or training in working with pre-school children is desired. $7.30 to $8.74 per hour Based on Education, Excellent Benefits 9-Month / 80 hr. - Biweekly / Full-time Position Substitute: Essential Job Duties: Responsible for reporting to assigned area as scheduled and performing required duties as determined by the area of Education, Nutrition and/or Transportation in which the applicant is placed.

Must be able to follow directions by supervisor, maintain orderly arrangement of area, establish positive relationships with children and/or staff, participate in assigned staff training, preserve the confidentiality and integrity of all program information and perform other duties as assigned by direct supervisor.

Qualifications: The successful applicant should possess experience and/ or training in working with preschool children and possess a nurturing personality and patient disposition. All Substitute candidates must have a high school diploma/GED, valid Tennessee driver’s license and vehicle with liability insurance and access to transportation to and from work location. In addition, transportation substitute candidates must have a current commercial driver’s license with PS endorsement; current medical examiner’s certification (CDL physical card); first aid/CPR certification. Qualifications may vary depending on the area of work of the assigned position. $7.30 per hour, No Benefits, 9-11 Month/Part-time Position Applications may be picked up locally at: Lauderdale Head Start and Early Head Start Center, 142 Nelson Street, Ripley, TN 38063 OR Tipton County Head Start and Early Head Start Center, 410 Alston Street, Covington, TN 38019 You may call 731-364-3228, ext. 124 to have an application mailed, faxed, or emailed to you for your convenience. **Submit Complete Applications to (YOU MUST SUBMIT AN ORIGINAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT TO VERIFY ANY RELEVANT COURSEWORK: Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council, Head Start/Early Head Start Program, 231 South Wilson Street, Dresden, TN 38225, Attn: Human Resource Department, Suite 212 REFERENCE: Position of Interest – Lauderdale Head Start and Early Head Start Center **Applications for this specific position will be accepted until 12/3/12. However, this program accepts employment applications on an on-going basis. (ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTATION MUST BE SUBMITTED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY POSITION.) We are an equal opportunity employer! “We Make a Difference!”

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IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE IN RE: ESTATE OF CARLA L. BONDS, DECEASED SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF TENNESSEE No. PR-3067 TO: All Persons Having or Claiming any Legal right, title, estate, lien or interest in the claim and lawsuit for wrongful death damages on behalf of Carla L. Bonds. Said suit was filed on May 1,2012, and docketed in the Circuit Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, as SHANIECE HUDSON, Individually and on behalf of her deceased mother, CARLA BONDS, and all heirs of CARLA BONDS, deceased v. RICHARD BLAKE MOYER, alk/a RICK MOYER and RICHARD B. MOYER, a/k/a RICK MOYER, Docket no. CT-00193212.

You are hereby summoned to appear within 30 days after the date of the last publication of this summons, to wit within 30 days after November 21, 2012, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, present any claim, and serve a copy of your answer or claim upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiff, at their office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Petition, which has been filed with the clerk of court.

The Purpose of the Petition filed by the Petitioner is to approve settlement of the wrongful death claim made on behalf of Carla L. Bonds and approve distribution of those funds.

Issued under my hand and seal of said Court, this 1st day of November, 2012.

Tipton County Chancery Court Clerk Shelia Bryant, Deputy Clerk Russell D Marlin (BPR# 027702) The Cochran Firm - Memphis One Commerce Square, Suite 1700 Memphis, TN 38103 901-523-1222 901-523-1999 November 1, November 8, November 15, November 21

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 26, 2001, by John P Carey and Amanda Carey to PRLAP, Inc, Trustee, for the benefit of Bank of America, N.A. and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 935, Page 995; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWMBS Inc., CWMBS Reperformining Loan Remic Trust, Certificates, Series 2006-R2 and WHEREAS, U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWMBS Inc., CWMBS Reperformining Loan Remic Trust, Certificates, Series 2006-R2, 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, December 6, 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: Beginning at a point being the northeast corner of Robert L. Wallace original tract, 30 feet from the center of Mt. Carmenl Road, said point now being the northeast corner of Michael A. Wallace as recorded in Deed Book 419, Page 104, Register’s Office, Tipton County, Courthouse; thence S 87 degrees 43 minutes 38 seconds west 226.6 feet along Robert Wallace’s original north line a point in a gully, iron pin set 40 feet south; thence S 00 degrees 30

minutes east 152.0 feet to an iron pin set in a gravel drive; thence North 86 degrees east 230.05 feet along a gravel and asphalt drive to P.K. Nail set 30 feet from the center of Mt. Carmel road to Covington Road; thence North 01 degrees 44 minutes 12 seconds 145.0 feet to the point of beginning, containing 0.78 acres. Being the same property conveyed to Grantors by deed of even date being simultaneously recorded herewith in the Tipton County Register’s Office.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 4387 Mt Carmel Rd, Covington, TN 38019 CURRENT OWNER(S): John P Carey and Amanda Carey 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.”

SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: Arrow Financial Services, LLC For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-11433(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 700MC- 7 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 1686212 Web Site: www.JFLegal.com Insertion Dates: 11/08/2012, 11/15/2012, 11/22/2012

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 APRIL 20, 2009, executed by JOEY M. JEFCOAT (A/K/A JOEY MARTIN JEFCOAT), A MARRIED MAN AND KIMBERLY T. JEFCOAT (A/K/A KIMBERLY TARA JEFCOAT), to MATTHEW J. MCDONALD, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1436, PAGE 436, for the benefit of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, 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 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 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 84, SIMMONS PLAVE AS RECORDED IN PLAT CABINET H, SLIDE 427 OF THE TIPTON COUNTY REGISTER’S OFFICE TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JOEY MARTIN JEFCOAT AND KIMBERLY TARA JEFCOAT, HUSBAND AND WIFE, TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETIES, BY DEED DATED JANUARY 22, 2008 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK

1381, PAGE 39, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. ALSO BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED FROM KIMBERLY TARA JEFCOAT, A MARRIED PERSON, TO JOEY MARTIN JEFCOAT, A MARRIED PERSON, BY QUITCLAIM DEED DATED APRIL 20, 2009 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1436, PAGE 431, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 311 BLACK HAWK COVE, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058 (A/K/A 311 BLACKHAWK COVE, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058).

MAP 144A GROUP C CTRL MAP 144H PARCEL 084.00 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 IS 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. 67-1-1433.

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 TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE 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: NONE OF RECORD THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, November 6, 2012.

This is improved property known as 311 BLACK HAWK COVE, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058 (A/K/A 311 BLACKHAWK COVE, MUNFORD, TENNESSEE 38058).

J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-1155 Insertion Dates: 11/08/2012, 11/15/2012, 11/22/2012

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 July 16, 2007, by Scott C Taylor, Sr. aka Scott C. Taylor and Carla M Taylor to Danny Goulder, Atty, Trustee, for the benefit of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc as nominee for Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp. and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1353, Page 730; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Cenlar FSB and WHEREAS, Cenlar FSB, 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 29, 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: Lot 282, Blaydes Estates, Section P as recorded at Plat Cabinet D, Slide 196 of the Tipton County Register’s Office to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot.

This conveyance is made subject to subdivision restrictions at Book 805 Page 117, building lines and easements of record at Plat Cabinet D, Slide 196 and Southwest Tennessee Easement in Book 803, Page 805, of the said Register’s Office.

Being the same property conveyed to Grantor(s) herein at Book 805 Page 360 of the Tipton County Register’s Office.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 166 Mabel Lane, Atoka, TN 38004 CURRENT OWNER(S): Scott C Taylor, Sr. aka Scott C. Taylor and Carla M Taylor The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. Substitute Trustee will only convey any interest he/she may have in the property at the time of sale. Property is sold “as is, where is.”

For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-11433(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 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 1674812 Web Site: www.JFLegal.com Insertion Dates: 11/08/2012, 11/15/2012, 11/22/2012

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 8, 2002, by Shannon Wallace and Darren Wallace to Equity Title and Escrow, Trustee, for the benefit of First Franklin Financial Corporation and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 992, Page 847; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2002-FF1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2002-FF1 and WHEREAS, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2002-FF1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2002-FF1, 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 in-

debtedness 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 29, 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: Lot 42 of Pecan Grove Estates, Section B, as recorded in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 51 of the Tipton County Register’s Office to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said lot. Being the same property conveyed to Grantor, by Warranty Deed of even date which is being recorded simultaneously herewith in said Register’s Office.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 110 Hickory Lane, Millington, TN 38053 CURRENT OWNER(S): Shannon Wallace and Darren Wallace 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.”

SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: First Franklin Financial Corp. For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 671-1433(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 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 1567912 Web Site: www.JFLegal.com Insertion Dates: 11/08/2012, 11/15/2012, 11/22/2012

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 April 28, 2006, executed by TERRY C JONES AND WIFE CHARLOTTE K JONES, conveying certain real property therein described to OWEN LAW FIRM as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on May 2, 2006, as Instrument No. 87785, in Book 1272, at Page 936; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF8, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF8, 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 December 6, 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 follow-

ing described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Beginning at an iron stake at the northwest corner of lot described, said stake being the northeast corner of the E. L. Whitson estate, and in the south line of James Grandberry; thence with the east line of Whitson estate south 2-3/4 degrees east 179 feet to an iron stake the southwest corner of lot described, said stake being in the north line of the Munford Cemetery; thence with the north line of the cemetery north 88-3/4 degrees east 582 feet to a stake in the west line of High Street, passing an iron stake at 557 feet; thence with the west line of High Street, north 2-3/4 degrees west 72 feet to a stake, the southeast corner of Saddie Baddour; thence with Sadie Baddour’s south line 88-3/4 degrees west 294 feet to a stake, passing an iron stake at 5 feet; said stake being Baddour’s southwest corner; thence with the west line of Sadie Baddour and Marshall Bryson north 2-3/4 degrees west 107 feet to an iron stake, Bryson’s southwest corner, said stake being in the south line of Johnny Baddour; thence with the south line of the Baddour’s, Jones, Littman and James Grandberry south 88-3/4 degrees west 288 feet to the beginning, containing 1.67 acres and being lots No. 1 and No. 2. PARCEL # 41B-J-12.08 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 235 S HIGH STREET, COVINGTON, TN 38019. 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): TERRY JONES AKA TERRY C JONES and CHARLOTTE K JONES AKA CHARLOTTE JONES OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: 1. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Holders of the First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-FFA, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-FFA 2.

CITY OF COVINGTON Covington Public Works 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#: 11-0063591 FEI#1006.159415 11/15/2012, 11/22/2012, 11/29/2012

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 January 27, 2006 by Carl D. Gatewood, Sr. and Clara B. Gatewood, husband and wife to Arnold Weiss, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1256, Page 743, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in the said Register’s Office, 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 ma-

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www.covingtonleader.com tured 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, December 13, 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 104, Section I, Faulkner Heights Subdivision, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet “C”, Slide 92, 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: 07-097PC012.00 Property Address: 123 Margaret 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 # 1701-096768-FC Published: November 15 November 22 November 29 Bank of America/Clara Gatewood

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 May 17, 2006 by Beverly Sneed and spouse Robert T. Sneed Jr. to Larry A. Butler, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 1276, Page 168, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, BancorpSouth 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, December 13, 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:

ARNOLD M. WEISS, Substitute Trustee Weiss Spicer Cash PLLC 208 Adams Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 2162-097231-FC Published: November 22 November 29 December 6

Jay’s Paint & Body 989 S. Main St. Covington, TN 38019

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Judy Lynn Wilson Executrix Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

(1) 1998 Ford F150 VIN# 1FTDF17WXWNA02642

Case Number 84CH1-2012PR-3073 Estate of Bennie Morris (Mac) Chesteen, deceased Notice is hereby given that on November 8 of 2012 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Terry Stephen Wilson, who died November 2, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred:

(4) Buick Rivera VIN# 7K1100302 (5) Chevy Sliverado VIN# 2GCEK19XT1222254 22nov1wp

Notice to Creditors Case Number 84CH1-2012PR-3074 Estate of Terry Stephen Wilson, deceased Notice is hereby given that on November 13 of 2012 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Terry Stephen Wilson, who died October 11, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or

(1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

This 22nd day of November, 2012 Robert Donohue Trevor Chesteen Co-Administrators

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

Tax Parcel 078.00

ID:

06-113EA-

Property Address: 465 Rachel Shankle Drive, Atoka, TN. Other Interested Parties: BancorpSouth d/b/a Credit Card Center 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.

Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019 22nov2wp

Deadline Information

Deadline is Tuesday at 10 a.m. for Thursday edition Classified Line Rates: $11.00 for 15 words or less .30¢ per word over 15 50 maximum for all classified line ads.

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Bids will not be received or accepted after the time specified above for the opening of the bids. Bids submitted after the designated hour will be deemed invalid and returned unopened to the bidder. A bidder may not withdraw his bid during the first sixty (60) days after the actual opening bid date.

Bid specifications are available on our website www.tcpw.net or can be picked up at the Public Works Office in Brighton.

Tipton County Public Works reserves the right to accept and/or reject any and all bids.

Shannon Reed, P.E. Director 22nov2w

PUBLIC NOTICE Texas Gas Transmission, LLC-Covington Compressor Station has applied to the Tennessee Air Pollution Control Division (TAPCD) for the renewal of their major source Title V operating permit (84-0067/563759) subject to the provisions of paragraph 1200-03-09-.02(11) of the Tennessee Air Pollution Control Regulations (also frequently referred to as Title V regulations). A major source (Title V) operating permit is required by both the Federal Clean Air Act and the Tennessee Air Pollution Control Regulations.

The applicant is Texas Gas Transmission, LLC-Covington Compressor Station with a site address of 3947 Tabernacle Charleston Road, Covington, TN 38019. They seek to renew their Title V operating permit for their natural gas compressor station. The facility consists of ten internal combustion engines and one combustion turbine, all fired with natural gas, and other associated equipment used in the transmission of pipeline quality natural gas.

EPA has agreed to treat the draft Part 70 permit as a proposed Part 70 permit and to perform its 45-day review provided by the law concurrently with the public notice period. If any substantive comments are received, EPA’s 45-day review period will cease to be performed concurrently with the public notice period. EPA’s 45-day review period will start once the public notice period has been completed and EPA receives notification from the Tennessee Air Pollution Control Division that comments have been received and resolved. Whether EPA’s 45-day review period is performed concurrently with the public comment period or after the public comment period has ended, the deadline for citizens’ petitions to the EPA Administrator will be determined as if EPA’s 45-day review period is performed after the public comment period has ended (i.e., sequentially).

The status regarding EPA’s 45-day review of this project and the deadline for submitting a citizen’s petition can be found at the following website address:

A copy of the application materials used by the TDAPC and a copy of the draft / proposed permit are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the following locations: Tipton County Public Library 300 West Church Avenue Covington, TN 38019 and

(2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.

Public Notice Covington Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Covington Nursing and Rehabilitation, Covington, Tennessee, in compliance with the Title VI of the Title VI of the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, is non-discriminatory in its admission policy with regard to race, color and national origin. Medical records, services and physical facilities provided by the nursing home are available to patients without distinction or discrimination as to race, color or national origin. All persons and organizations having occasioned either to refer patients for admission or to recommend to Covington Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Covington Nursing and Rehabilitation are advised to do so without regard to patients’ race, color or national origin. Physician privileges are granted on a non-discriminatory basis.

Covington Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Covington Nursing and Rehabilitation are also in compliance with Section 504 which provides for non-discrimination of handicapped persons. The physical facility is accessible to handicapped patients, visitors and all representatives of the public.

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Bids sent by mail should be addresses to the Tipton County Public Works Department, 8279 Hwy 51, Brighton, TN 38011.

The bid sheets shall be enclosed in a separate sealed envelope marked “BID ENCLOSED” thus, preventing the bid from being opened in error.

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Situated in County of Tipton, State of Tennessee.

Lot 99, Section H, Reeds Estates, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet H, Slide 124, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property.

Bids shall be received by the Tipton County Public Works Department at the Administration Office in Brighton, TN 38011. Bids will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. local time on Monday, Dec 3, 2012. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the public works meeting at 6:00 p.m. on said date.

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Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Division of Air Pollution Control 9th Floor, L & C Annex 401 Church Street Nashville, TN 37243-1531 Also, if you require a copy of the draft / proposed permit it is available electronically by accessing the TDEC internet site located at: http://tn.gov/environment/apc/ppo/ Interested parties are invited to review these materials and comment. In addition, a public hearing may be requested at which written or oral presentations may be made. To be considered, written comments or requests for a public hearing must be made within thirty (30) days of the date of this notice and should be addressed to Mr. Barry R. Stephens, P.E., Director, Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control, 9th Floor, L & C Annex, 401 Church Street, Nashville, Tennessee 372431531. Questions concerning this source may be directed to Mr. J. Fuss at the above address or by calling (615)-532-0554. A final determination will be made after weighing all relevant comments.

Individuals with disabilities who wish to participate in these proceedings (or to review these filings) should contact the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation to discuss any auxiliary aids or services needed to facilitate such participation. Such contact may be in person, by writing, telephone, or other means, and should be made no less than ten days prior to the end of the public comment period to allow time to provide such aid or services. Contact the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation ADA Coordinator, 12th Floor, 401 Church Street, Nashville, TN 37243, 1-866-253-5827. Hearing impaired callers may use the Tennessee Relay Service, 1-(800)-848-0298.

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Lady Chargers rout JCM; Chargers take down Liberty double figures with 12 points.

On Nov. 12, he Lady Chargers traveled to Bolivar for a season opening 62-60 Hall of Fame win over the Lady Tigers. Hard-fought to say the least, Covington had only two leads in the game.

Precious Dyson drilled a 3-pointer to open the game and Harvey closed it out with the game winner, a lay-up, with .8 seconds left.

Bolivar surged to the lead in the 1st period and maintained it throughout the game with 10 points being the largest margin. Down by nine starting the fouorth quarter, CHS crept back to forge a tie at 58 on the last of Dyson’s five 3-pointers with 1:07 remaining.

Harvey led CHS in scoring with 20 points, Dyson added 15 and Jones

By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com The Lady Chargers played a pair of hall of fame games on Saturday.

In the McDonald’s Region 7 AA Tipoff Classic, the Lady Chargers dumped Jackson Central Mary 62-2. Covington led 27-0 in the first four minutes of the first quarter. Treasury Poindexter and Precious Harvey each scored 12 points and Iesha Tipton added 10.

In the Covington Hall of Fame Classic, the Lady Chargers defeated Cedar Ridge (Ark.) 56-33.

“We played decently,” said head coach Dion Real. “We were up 19-2 in the first quarter and ran away and hid.”

Ashia Jones was the only player in

Essex leads Brighton High wrestlers in scrimmages

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com The Brighton High Schoool wrestling team just finished up preseason scrimmages at Germantown on Nov. 10 and Cordova on Nov. 17.

Brighton was led by returning state qualifier Junior Essex Ramsey, who's coming off a very good sophomore year where he placed third in the region to earn his first trip to the state tournament in February.

“Essex is looking forward on improving on that performance, and it shows with two solid performances,” Brighton coach Larrick Johnson said. He went 3-1 in each tournament and took second place, solidifying himself as an early season favorite at the 180-pound weight class to win the region.

Brighton's Travis Malone went 2-2 at Germantown, just missing the medal round. He bounced back at Cordova after suffering a first round loss. He went on a three-match win streak, finishing the day 3-2 with a fourth place medal.

The highlight came when Malone met Dreavon Adams of Cordova in the consolation semifinals. Malone lost to Dreavon in the first round by a pin in 1:20.

dropped in 17 along with a solid defensive performance.

In boys action, the Chargers slipped

by Liberty Tech 58-54.

“It was a tight game,” Real said. “We were down ten at half time and seven early in the fourth. I was impressed with our come back.”

Three Chargers scored in double figures. Chevia Hughes led the way with 15. Tarecus Hughes had 13 and Jessie Somerville tipped in 10.

In the nightcap at the Covington Classic, the Chargers defeated Union City 93-81. Demetrius Dyson led all scorers with 32. Chevia Hughes dropped in 22 with Bobby Shanks adding 11.

The Chargers were not quite as fortunate as their lady counterparts as they dropped a 77-74 decision to the Bolivar

Tigers.

As with the ladies, Covington trailed from the start after a game opening 3-point shot by the Tigers Dreak Woods.

The lead would grow to 11 before quarter’s end and never drop below 6 until the 4th period.

CHS pulled into a tie at 60 with 6:19 left in the final period. Their only lead would come at the 1:05 mark at 74-73 on a bucket by Jesse Somerville.

The Charger newcomers figured proximately in the scoring. Tarecus Hughes led CHS with 17 and his brother Chevia Hughes scored 16. Demetrius Dyson tallied 13 and Jesse Somerville tossed in 10.

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He was determined to not make the same mistake and avenged the earlier loss with a convincing 10-1 win.

Upcoming matches for BHS are Nov. 20, Nov. 21 at St Benedict and Nov 23 at Collierville for the Junior Varsity Dragon Classic.

The youth-middle School team wrestled at Arlington on Nov. 2.

Brighton wrestlers Kolin Koss (66 pounds), Zane Mendoza (68), Cody Taylor (81), Mic Cordle (70) Josh Maness (95) and Blake Taylor (127) each picked up wins.

On Nov. 10 at Christian Brothers High School, Koss started the day with an impressive 7-2 decision over Chis Lovato (Wave Wrestling Club), followed by a second round 6-0 decision over Andrew Artiles (Eagles Wrestling Club). In the championship match Koss came from behind after trailing in the first period 2-4. In the third and final period Kolin reversed Cehring Salvaggio (Wave Wrestling Club), putting him on his back and almost pinning him, to secure a 9-5 victory and Wrestler of the Week Honors.

The middle school team returns to action on Nov. 24 at Collierville High School for the Thanksgiving Dragon Classic.

Tennessee Goose and Duck daily bag limit of ducks is Season opens statewide this 6 and may include no more weekend on Nov. 24-25 and than four mallards (no more then starts up again on Dec. than two of which may be a 1, 2012 and runs until Jan. female) one black duck, three 27,2013. wood ducks, two pintails, All waterfowl hunters are one canvasback, four scaup required to have the follow- and two redheads. Coots ing in order to hunt water- and gallinules 15 with Merfowl in Tennessee: gansers five only 1) the appropriate two of which may license(s) and/or be hooded merganpermits; 2)Federal sers with Virginia Duck Stamp age 16 and Sora Rails 25. and older 3) TennesThe Youth Watersee Migratory Bird fowl Hunting SeaWildlife Chatter son for youths 6-15 Permit If you want to By Arnold Bull years of age will be hunt Reelfoot, Feb. 2 and 9, 2013, you’ll have to wait until the with the daily bag limit same later season Dec. 1, 2012 to as the state. A 21-year-old Jan. 27,2013. Reelfoot’s early adult must accompany the season was Nov. 10 and 11, youth and remain in a posi2012. tion to take immediate conStarting Dec. 1, 2012, the trol of the firearm. Multiple whole state will be on the youths may be accompanied same page as far as duck by a single qualifying adult. season in Tennessee goes, The adult accompanying the which is good, a full 60- day young hunter may not hunt season. This season will be ducks but may participate for ducks, coots, mergansers, in other open season. Geese gallinules, moorhens, virgin- coots, gallinules, moorhens, ia rails and sora rails and the and ducks may be taken by

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Brighton Middle School has selected the following students as November Students of the Month. A Student of the Month from each grade is selected monthly from a pool of nominations given by BMS teachers. They are (l to r) Lorann Garmon (6th), Malik Mathews (8th), and Katie Ethridge (7th).

BMS Make-A-Wish Brighton Middle School students significantly exceeded their annual MakeA-Wish goal earlier in the school year.

The school’s goal was to raise a total of $5,000 which is the amount necessary to grant one wish through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, but the amount they actually raised came to a grand total of $7,530.16.

Eighth grade science teacher and Honor Society sponsor Leann Grantham says this amount will enable the school to grant not one but two wishes this year, and they will hold another fundraiser in the spring to raise the rest of the money.

This year’s fundraiser, a “money war,” was held over the period of one week and involved homerooms competing to raise the most money during that week.

Students brought a different type of currency each day of the week in exchange for a specific food item. Monday’s theme was “pennies for popcorn,” Tuesday’s was “nickels for nachos,” Wednesday’s was “dimes for donuts,” Thursday’s was “quarters for candy” and Friday’s was “paper for pizza.”

“I think it’s pretty amazing,” says middle school student Chase Guyton. “It’s a pretty small school and we almost doubled the amount of money we were supposed to get. I feel amazed that everyone just chipped in and got that much money.”

The school’s Make-AWish project was originally initiated as a service project for their National Junior Honor Society. Their first fundraiser was held last year, during which students raised a little over $5,000 that went to four-year-old Madelyn Montgomery’s trip to Disney World.

Grantham says that participation in last year’s event has served as motivation for the students to be involved in this year’s fundraiser.

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