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Early voting in primaries set to begin By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Voters, get ready. Election season officially gets underway in Tipton County next Wednesday when early voting for the presidential primaries starts. The Tipton County Election Commission office, located at 113 E. Church St. in Covington,

as well as the City of Munford board room (69 College St.), will be open for early voters Feb. 15-28, Monday through Saturday. The hours for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays will be 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The offices will be open 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays.

Both offices will be closed Feb. 20 for President’s Day. Election day is March 6. Leading candidates for the Republican nomination will be Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich, Ron Paul, Michelle Bachmann and Rick Santorum. Barack Obama will be the only name listed on the Democratic ballot. A government-issued photo

ID will be required for the first time. “We’re asking everybody to please remember to bring a photo ID this year,” said Neil Bell, Tipton County’s administrator of elections. Driver service centers are offering free photo IDs to those who want to vote but do not have one. Proof of citizenship (i.e. a birth certificate) and Ten-

nessee residency are required. More information on photo IDs can be found at www.tn.gov/ safety/photoids.shtml. Voters who show up without a photo ID can cast a provisional vote. The voter will have until two business days after the election to provide an ID. On Aug. 2 the county general/state primaries election SEE VOTING, PAGE A3

Take a (chocolate) tour around the square Chocolate lovers will want to be on the Historic Square in Covington this Saturday, Feb. 11 as the merchants on the square and the Covington Economic Development Corporation present the very first Chocolate Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each of the 17 participating stores on the square will have a “signature” Chocolate Tour chocolate available When: Saturday, Feb. for customers who 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. purchase a Chocolate Tour punch Where: Historic ticket. Tickets are Square in Covington $5 and allow the Why: Delicious holder the opporchocolate - why not? tunity to taste a chocolate delight Cost: $5 from each participating business. Tickets are punched at each location on the Chocolate Tour and at the end of the day, completed tickets will be entered into a drawing for a gift basket full of chocolate goodies, including chocolate donated from Charms, and gift certificates. Participants may also vote on their favorite chocolate treat by marking their favorite store on the ticket. “This is going to be a fun day,” said Covington-Tipton County Chamber of Commerce director Lee Johnston. “Most of everything will be homemade and the variety of chocolate is amazing.” ▪ Participating in the Chocolate Tour are: ▪ Past Times – chocolate and coconut bon-bons ▪ Grain Antiques – triple chocolate chip cookies ▪ Freckled Frog – Sandy Lane chocolate and green M & M’s ▪ Merle Norman – chocolate fountain ▪ Dizzy Daizy – assorted chocolate cup cakes ▪ Eva Belle – white chocolate cranberry fudge ▪ Le Chic – chocolate trifle ▪ Jezabel’s – assorted decadent choco-

FIRST PLACE Brighton’s Raven Campbell gets a hand in the face of Munford point guard Shaliyah Wiggins during action Friday night in Brighton. Munford won, 60-42, clinching the program’s first district title since 2006. For more on the game and the upcoming district tournaments, see page B1. Photo by Jeff Ireland

Mason man convicted of animal cruelty By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com A Mason man has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges, police chief James Paris said Wednesday. In late December, a German Shepherd and a mixed breed puppy were removed from the School Street residence of Kendall Spencer and Tabitha Hensley. The German Shepherd appeared to be starving, Paris said, and photos show the German Shepherd’s ribs were clearly visible through her fur. But Spencer and Hensley said they weren’t starving the dog. “As far as feeding her, we fed her,” Hensley said. “We don’t deny at all that she needed to go to the

vet, though.” The couple said their dog had a litter of puppies and lost weight after giving birth. The couple said they were not living in the home they rented from former Mason alderman Eddie Noeman, but they visited every day to feed their dogs. Hensley said Noeman wanted the couple out of the home and made the calls reporting abuse. Both were charged with animal cruelty in regards to the German Shepherd. Spencer appeared in court Tuesday and pleaded guilty to the charges, Paris said. “I plead guilty because it was the easiest way to get out of it,” Spencer said. “They charged both of us

A German Shepherd was removed from her School Street home in Mason in late December. Her owner pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges on Tuesday. Photo courtesy Mason Police Department. and by pleading guilty I could take her charges.” He had to serve two days in jail and will be on probation for the next year.

Additionally, he will have to pay $100 in restitution. “Being $100, I don’t think she was too sick,” he SEE DOG, PAGE A3

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By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com A Munford High School physics teacher was arrested Friday after allegedly attempting to hit his wife with his vehicle, the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office released Monday. Dalton Huffman, 52, is currently out on a $1,500 corporate bond. His wife reportedly called the police,

reporting her husband tried to drive over her in the driveway of their Hwy. 59 West residence. Huffman, who has recently made news as Gilt Edge Mayor Steve Fletcher’s choice to fill a vacancy on the town’s city council, lost a seat as alderman in 2010 by only two votes. He has been charged with domestic aggravated assault.

Sources say Huffman’s superiors, including Director of Schools Dr. Buddy Bibb, are aware of the charges. Bibb does not expect any employment action against Huffman. Ellen Huffman was not injured during the incident and has told the media she is dealing with the matter privately.

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Remembering: ‘Uncle Fount Frazier born a slave’ Editor’s note: The following article was first printed in The Covington Leader on Thursday, Oct. 15, 1936. The historical context of the first–person narrative is vital to understanding Tipton County history. Beyond his memories, not much is known about Fount Frazier today. In 1891, his name shows up on the Tennessee voter’s list for Tipton County and census records for 1920 and 1930 show him living in the 7th District in Atoka with his wife Phyllis and mother-in-law, Harriet Colemam, who is also mentioned in the story. He is listed as being able to read and write and the 1930 census reported that he owned his own home, which was valued at $300. Fount Frazier died on June 22, 1944 at the approximately age of 95 and was buried in St. John’s Cemetery in Atoka. A search of the cemetery revealed no marker. They lived in the same house in the colored section in the northern end of Atoka. The house, a cabin such as one finds all over the South, is divided into two parts, with a partition down the center, actually making two separate two-room houses. The front porch serves both, as does the back porch. On the front porch is an old discarded church pew in which they sit – Uncle Fount Frazier and Aunt Harriet Coleman. They both are ex-slaves. They are the oldest people in Atoka. Uncle Fount is 84 years old. Aunt Harriet doesn’t know how old she is but remembers that she was, “a growed woman when Fount was a little boy,” Her age is probably near the century mark. Aunt Harriet was sitting in the church pew, nodding and talking to herself when the representative of The Leader came to visit them. Uncle Fount was visiting among “de neighbors.” The reporter sat down on the bench beside Aunt Harriet to await Uncle Fount’s return. Aunt Harriet is deaf and she has difficulty in understanding what people say. “Is you with the gov’ment?” she

The death certificate for Fount Frazier, who was once Atoka’s oldest man, shows he died on June 16, 1944. Frazier, who came to Atoka when the railroad was under construction, was born a slave in Kentucky. asked the reporter. He assured her he wasn’t, but she didn’t seem to catch it and kept mumbling to herself. The words “hungry” and “pore” and “my name on de list” were included in the mumbling. Afterward she lapsed into silence, moving her lips, nodding her head, with her eyes half-closed. Uncle Fount finally returned. He is a tall, straight (colored) with an almost military carriage. His eyes are bright. His mind is clear. He has no trouble remembering things. “I was born in Kentucky a long time ago,” he said with a remarkable absence of the dialect so characteristic of his race, “but it doesn’t seem no longer than yesterday. In them days the slaves didn’t marry, so I don’t know who my daddy was. My mother was a fine woman, though, and she belonged to a doctor.”

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Uncle Fount was about 11 years old when the Civil War started. “I remember my master told us he was going out one morning to muster in some men. I was just a baby almost and I thought he said he was going to get some mustard seed. Along the middle of the afternoon he came back with a bunch of men. I thought he had brought a mighty lot of men just to plant some mustard and everybody in the house laughed at me for a week.” The doctor and “missus” were very good to their slaves. When the war was nearly over and they knew the South was on the losing side, the mistress called all the slaves in. “She told us we were free,” says Uncle Fount. “But she asked us to work on for her while the doctor was off to the war. We did, and when the war was over, she divided the property with the slaves. The “Mah-

ster” and the “Missus” were shore good to us.” Uncle Fount moved to Atoka on the 17th day of June, 1872. He moved there to help build the railroad that was being constructed at that time. “They paid me 50 cents an hour some of the time,” he said. The first gin in or around Atoka, according to Uncle Fount, was owned by Major Coward. It was a treadmill affair, ginning around two bales of cotton a day. The lint, as it was ginned, was carried to a “lint house” and stored until the whole bale was ginned. Then it was carried by hand to the old-fashioned screw press and pressed into a bale. “They threw the seed away or got somebody to haul them off,” explained Uncle Fount. Uncle Fount taught himself how to read and write. He wanted to show the reporter the first words he ever wrote. Borrowing a pencil and a piece of paper, he began to trace out the letters. “I saw this name on a wheat bin one day down at the railroad track,” he explained as he wrote. “I took a pencil that day and wrote it exactly like it was in the bin.” When he had finished, he passed the paper over to the reporter. There, written in a shaky scrawl was the name, “W. H. Wooten.” Mr. Wooten was a merchant and planter on the Mississippi river at that time. The reporter and Uncle Fount talking for more than an hour. Uncle Fount remembered many things that happened “when I was a boy.” He remembers what a fine man “Old Abe Lincoln was” and what a good president Mr. Grant was. His favorite president, though, is “this young fellow, Mr. Roosevelt. He’s done more to help us pore folks,” explained Uncle Fount. And, as the reporter was leaving Aunt Harriet called him back. “Don’t forget to put my name on de list,” she said. “Tell dem people dat I’se hungry and needs de money right away.”

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Thursday, February 9, 2012 • THE LEADER • A3 EDUCATION TECH FOR TEACHER Last month, the South Tipton Exchange Club donated $400 to Munford Middle School for the purchase of an iPad. The tablet will be used in the classroom and the apps will add more interactivity for student achievement and enrichment. Photo by Echo Day

Firearms, drugs seized in Covington busts By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com Three guns and more than 260 grams of marijuana have been taken off the streets in Covington in the last week, the department announced Monday. On Thursday, Feb. 2, Sgt. James Baugues spotted a 17-year-old who had charges stemming from a domestic situation which had taken place earlier that day. Baugues stopped the maroon Chevrolet Lumina in which the juvenile was a passenger and when he was taken out of the vehicle, a large amount of marijuana was found under his seat.

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Police said the marijuana weighed 106.8 grams and charged the juvenile with possession of a controlled substance with intent. The juvenile was released into the custody of his mother and is set to appear in juvenile court later this month. While 106 grams of marijuana is a good find, that wasn’t the only large find of the day. According to incident reports, officers conducted a search warrant at 410 Baxter Ave. because officers suspected Terence Pierson had marijuana and firearms inside the residence. Officers seized 51.1 grams of marijuana, a 20-gauge shotgun and a Bryco Arms 380

semiautomatic as well as a 42-inch LG plasma television. More than $200 belonging to Sherika Bates, which police believe is proceeds from narcotics sales, was confiscated. Officers checking Bates’ cell phone found text messages in which Bates tells a friend she’s sold drugs to make money. “I have not hit a lick in 5 years,” the report states was found on the phone. Gang paraphernalia, which shows Vice Lords’ colors and was also found inside the home. Pierson, 18, was arrested and charged with possession of a schedule VI with intent, possession of a firearm during

the commission of a dangerous felony and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bates was not arrested. An hour later, officers stopped a white Chrysler for impeding traffic on Hwy. 51 at McDonald’s. While speaking to the driver, 24-year-old Dajuan Murray of Harmony Drive in Mason, a strong smell commonly associated with marijuana came out of the vehicle. A search resulted in the seizure of 111 grams of marijuana and a .380-caliber handgun reportedly owned by the Kentucky State Police. Murray was arrested and charged with possession of a firearm in the commission of a

chocolate turtles Lil Milano’s – Nutella sweets Kathryn’s – Mississippi Mud cake “If you are a chocolate connoisseur you will love this day!” added Johnston. “We want people to get out, come to the square and have some fun. Visit the merchants, explore the shops and enjoy some wonderful chocolate treats.” In addition to participating in the Chocolate Tour, visitors to the square can meet one of

the Mid-South’s bestknown artists, Paul Edelstein. His “abstract figurative style” paintings, which he calls his “day obsession,” feature vibrant colors depicting everyday life. His paintings are in numerous private and public collections, including the Meridan Museum of Art, Meridan, Miss., The Museum of Art, Jackson, Miss., and the West Tennessee Museum located in Humbolt.

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dangerous felony, possession of a schedule VI with intent and impeding traffic. When the court cases against these individuals are over, the goods seized may be auctioned or sold. The profits from these items go to Covington’s drug fund to help fight crime. If you are aware of drug-related activity, please contact the Covington Police Dept. at 901-475-1261.

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Continued from A1 said. The couple states they were harassed by animal rights activists while in the justice complex. “This whole thing’s just been blown out of proportion,” said Hensley. “It’s embarrassing.” The case comes just months after a pitbull in the Mt. Carmel area was found starving and chained up, her pup eating soybeans to survive. The pitbull, who has been nicknamed Grace, was taken to a nearby veterinarian’s office where she later died despite treatment. Members of an activist group called Justice for Grace have been outspoken in their quest for the prosecution and conviction of Grace’s owner, Shawn Beard. Beard is set to make another appearance in court on Thursday, March 8. Hensley and Spencer’s dogs have been placed in the care of a rescue group.

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Come down to take a tour around Covington’s Downtown Square and enjoy the chocolate. For only $5.00, you can purchase your punch cards that will entitle you to sample chocolates from 17 different store locations! On your card circle the place that had your favorite treat. If you visit all the locations and have your card punched, you will be eligible to enter your card into a drawing for a BIG gift basket full of homemade chocolate treats.

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GUEST EDITORIAL

Just so you know There has been a lot of speculation about my whereabouts, health and other things for which some have an interest. In many ways, I am a private man and there are things I would never share publicly or otherwise. On the other hand, much of my life has been on display and my thoughts in the written words of these articles, my activities in the community and when I ran for office in 2010. First, for the record I have taken a job assignment in Sheridan, Wyoming as of a year this month. I wasn’t sure I would stay long, but I have fallen for the gorgeous Big Horn Mountains with J IM H ARDIN all its beauty and wildlife. The people here are hardworking and as kind of folks as you would find anywhere. Debbie and I live in the Mountain community of Story, Wy. (pop. 828) and I work for a Veterans Hospital in Sheridan, Wy. (pop. 17,440) which is the fifth largest city in a state of about 550,000 total population. The air is clean, and so far the winter has been bearable. Snow sweeps off the windshield much quicker than ice scraps off. We still have our home in Covington, children, grandchildren and friends for life. I suppose we will return once my mission here is complete, which is to apply business principles to make the Sheridan VA Hospital Human Resources Department and the eight state satellite facilities it supports run more efficiently, at less cost and higher quality. Doesn’t sound like the government, I know, but it’s very important to the leadership here in Wyoming. I have found the further you get away from Washington D.C. and big metro areas, the more rational government leadership is. I’m not sure when this mission will end, but you have not seen the end of me yet. Now, as to my health. I have been diagnosed with a tonsil/throat cancer, one normally found in heavy drinkers, smokers and outright caddish living fellas, but somehow a choirboy like me caught this big “C”. It seems to have come in via a virus which I likely picked up in Iraq or during close quarters living and training at Fort Bliss, but who knows. I have also had a tooth in need of a root canal since 2007, but I told the dentist in Iraq to patch it up and get me back to work. Unfortunately, I’ve allowed infection to come and go since then so it’s possible that a virus my body would have beat couldn’t because it was too busy fighting a tooth infection. The tooth was removed last week. Lesson learned, don’t be me! If you have an aching tooth or your dentist says you need to get whatever done, don’t be a John Wayne like I tried to be. I have since learned that many cancers stem from not taking care of dental problems. Anyway, a great VA doctor found my cancer and I had a 7cm by 4.5 cm tumor removed from my left throat/tonsil area. It is Stage 4 and has spread into my left lymphoid in the neck, but PET Scans show the spreading has stopped there. I’m on an aggressive search, destroy and shrink chemotherapy regimen for the next 6-8 weeks, and then I’ll go on a radiation/chemo therapy for 6-7 more weeks. All the doctors say I have an 80-85 percent chance of beating this thing and surviving. Of course, I serve a 100 percent God in whose care and will I trust. We’ll be back for a visit in March and many more after that. In the mean time, look for opportunities to love, live and laugh! See ya next week.

Just think a little and it’ll come back to you Did anyone ever sit down with their predecessors and try to understand just what all was involved when a home place was to be determined? Youngsters nowadays wouldn’t understand or frankly even care. Yep, just go buy a place and we’ll be almost ‘pert nigh’ happy. Take a short foggy trip down memory lane and feel the concentration as to what was needed to raise a family and support yo’ ownselves. Friends, I’m sure none of this even remotely hits a nerve with the present generation. All my wonderful country socialables settle back a few minutes, study on the situation SOUTHERN RAISIN' and see what envelopes. Prop O TIS G RIFFIN up in yo’ favorite easy chair, relax and have a brainstorm. Drift off into a slight dream and see what comes to mind that was needed years ago, however, not so today. Further, you don’t have to climb a ladder of importance as the necessities will infiltrate yo’ thinkin’ as you delve from spot to spot. Just take the easy way out. What did yo’ parents and yo’ grandparents need and why?

READERS’ VIEWS Hardin out of line? To the editor, Jim Hardin’s Feb. 2 guest editorial concerning Speaker Emeritus Rep. James O. “Jimmy” Naifeh’s feelings about this year’s re-districting would have been laughable had it not been so mean spirited and filled with speculation and conjecture about people’s motives and voting habits while drenched in the juice of sour grapes dripping from his keyboard. Hardin’s only real point that he would not put in print was that he got more votes, in now seemingly Republican Tipton County, than Mr. Naifeh in his losing bid to unseat him in 2010. He did. It’s a matter of record. Hardin fails to mention that he still lost. He apparently can’t get over it. Instead, he beats the dead horse of 2002 re-districting. Fact is that in 2002, Tipton Co. had not reached the population threshold that would allow it to be a standalone district unlike the situation now. The 81st District was going to encompass more than one county in any event in 2002. The numbers dictated the geographies of district lines. Hardin has the right to call 81st configurement in 2002 “gerrymandering” if he so chooses. He even calls Mr. Naifeh a hypocrite and then goes further, following the current Republican/conservative playbook, while assuming voting patterns, to take a backhanded slap at black folks and, of all things, Roosevelt era farmers in Haywood County. That’s 70 years ago Jim! How many of those could there be left? Even if it was gerrymandering, politics ain’t beanbag, Jim Boy. Get over it. Maybe Hardin should be speculating instead about the effect the possible “gerrymandering” of the 94th District lines that have produced his long desired united Tipton Co.-only 81st District. I am told that current 94th Rep. Barrett Rich (R) from Somerville is not pleased with losing Republican south Tipton. His new district will encompass all of Fayette and McNairy Counties and part of Hardeman potentially jeopardizing his re-election. Even possible fratricide is not out of the question in the Republican vendetta to get Mr. Naifeh. No need for Hardin to bring up Texas in the past. Tennessee has plenty of shenanigans going on right now with re-districting. Just ask those democratic senators like Kyle and Marrero who have seen their districts disappear. I don’t know whether or not Mr. Naifeh will run again. If he does, I want Hardin to know that this is one Tipton Countian who will proudly vote for and support him. If he doesn’t, it’s our loss in Tipton Co. For 38 years Jimmy Naifeh has been one of the driving forces in pursuing the betterment of life for everyone of all political persuasions in Tipton and other counties he has represented. If one were to ask county and municipal officials and the general public about the improvements to infra-structure from roads, to sewers and water projects, to Glen Springs Lake, to grants for fire stations, to public school improvements, to industry brought to Tipton Co., to his tireless work for the Haywood megasite, to the myriad issues that everyday folk sought help for, to the crown jewel of the county, Dyersburg State Community College’s gleaming Jimmy Naifeh Center and about to be expanded again campus, I can guarantee they will tell you that those things came about in part and, in some cases, almost exclusively because of the advocacy and influence of our state representative Jimmy Naifeh. With all that Mr. Naifeh has done to represent and better the lives of all of his constituents, I fail to understand the venom with which Hardin and Tipton Co. Republicans in general attack him. I would prefer that they just

said “ Thank You” and moved silently on. Finally, here’s the reality. Should Mr. Naifeh decide to retire, singlecounty 81st District Tipton will be represented by a neophyte, a backbencher with no authority, no influence and no one will care. It will be a new world and one that many won’t like given what we have enjoyed and, at least some, have under-appreciated for the past four decades. Despite Hardin’s veiled, tonguein-cheek assertion that only a Republican will win in November, I give Tipton Countians more credit than that. Hardin and conservative Republicans like him love to quote the “ Founding Fathers”. Here’s one for them from the “Father of the Country” Gen. George Washington who, writing in 1778 to Benjamin Harrison, speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates urged him “rescue your country by sending your ablest and best men to Congress. … characters who must not slumber or sleep at home in such times of pressing danger… those who will not “content themselves in the enjoyment of places of honor or profit in their own country while the common interests of America are moldering and sinking into … ruin.’ Recently, a totally non-partisan individual considering running for the 81st seat, acting on the conventional wisdom of a Republican shoo-in in November, met with members of the Republican hierarchy in Nashville to investigate viability on the Republican ticket. The meeting reportedly went well, until the potential candidate was advised that there had to be the understanding that running as a Republican was “ all about money”. No mention of representing District 81. It’s about money. If we are to have a new state representative, let’s hope he or she is one like Gen. Washington described. One who will represent us and our best interests in this District unlike the “us against them” ideology to which Hardin seems to ascribe and the callous type that apparently is being sought to be our representative. Let’s hope that the citizens of the county will vote for such a person as described by Gen. Washington regardless of their status Independent, Republican or Democrat. This time around we will have only ourselves to blame for a poor choice. Steve Holt Covington

Dolan Road Concerns Dear editor, We live on Dolan Road (in South Tipton County). We have lived here at this current address since 1958. We have paid our fair share to taxes of all kinds. I have called our road commissioners past and present to see what can be done about our roads. At the present they need lines painted in a terrible way. Upon meeting a car at night you have to stop because the oncoming car is in the middle; this is a safety hazard for all, especially for those who have to be out early and late at night. We would like to see our elected officials keep their campaign promises. They sure want you to get out and vote for them so hopefully we can see some improvements in out roads before next election. The Levesques Drummonds

Wants the old Tipton County back Dear editor, I used to read The Leader on a weekly basis about 5-10 years ago. I thought “what a small town of good innocent people who weren’t even aware of all the politics and corruption that is in most

towns or cities” because they were writing in to tell about their vacations, what their out of town quest did while they were visiting, who was having a bridal shower and who showed up. I would tell my family from larger cities about our paper and what was in the context of it; they would get a big kick out of it. The only politics I encountered was from the head persons of cheerleading and ball fields who treated you like a nobody because your were not born and bred here. And today the first story I read I could not believe what I was reading. If you really read and paid attention to the minutes, questions and answers such as “There have been no formal complaints.” I do not know Mr. McLillie but very much respect his ability to say no for several reasons. There are definite issues here and this man seems very smart not to put himself in a position for more suspicion and corruption. And this goes for Mr. Jones as well who seem to want to be sure this matter was handled with some thought and get opinions of the residents who support this place and not Mr. Fletcher’s lets make a decision right now and be done with it. As if Mr. Fletcher wanted to make things happen now before maybe the right incorruptible person might get the position. And is it just a coincidence that on page A4, in the letters to the editor, Walter T. Fletcher, Jr. has the same last name as the person serving as mayor and Gilt Edge Fire Chief Steve Fletcher? Just asking. The fact that he discussed what went on in his church with Mr. Nelson seems to be very much like gossip and back-biting as was the case in the Bible in a situation with women in a church in one biblical story I remember. On top of that I personal consider this to be unchristian type behavior to reveal what is going on in your church publicly. If this is not gossip and it is the truth then the church took the measure they should have and there is no need to speak of it outside of the church. I’m curious if Walter Fletcher serves as a deacon or on the church staff. I surely hope that is not the case. I’m definitely going to check my church directory and make sure we are not members of the same church. Dare we speak of what’s going on with Southaven Mayor Greg Davis when what I have read and seen going on in Tipton County and Millington for the past two years. As the old saying goes people who live in glass houses should not throw stones. Has this turned into a Peyton Place and a lot of hypocrites? And on another note I would love for someone to follow up on all the DUI offenders driving on a suspended and/or revoke drivers license and see if they actually do jail time or just get a big fine. Tipton and Millington seem to carry the motto “Do the crime and pay the city, no need to do time for breaking the law.” Those criminals will just sell drugs or rob someone to get the money to pay their fine. I have seen them repeat their crime within months and they just need to pay money and no need to serve time. And we wonder why so many are killed by drunk drivers and why there is so much crime. Was I in Lala Land thinking this place is just a small town with good people trying to raise their children away from the big city’s crime and corruption? Or are we just becoming those big cities? If so, get together people and vote for the right officials who want to be different from the cities of crime and corruption so they have power and money. If they want the big city life run them out and put them in the big city! I want the old Tipton County back or maybe what I thought was Tipton County. Dare to speak out! Mickey Struther Gilt Edge

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provided an avenue for burrowing, slithering, garter, black racers and every emporium would be remiss if no chicken snakes to assist the gathering of fresh eggs right out of the matted down hay nests. Where and how big is the chicken house gonna’ be? Same for the smokehouse? Yep, a shed for the all the tools. The barn had to be out in the open for access to drive around to load and unload hay, corn and large enough to house the livestock. Now a lot goes into laying out these plans. Don’t forget the farrowing houses for the upcoming baby Hampshires, Berkshire

or possibly Durocs. Daddy relocated the well so to be closer to the back door. The most important person was Momma and rightfully so. Got to have some water for cooking, washing dishes, clothes, baths and cleaning the house. See, when Daddy was working at the Navy Base and Momma needed some water she could draw it right out of the ground a few feet from the back door. You can never have too much of what you actual need. Takes a Lot of Good Country Southern Studyin’ on It----GLORY!!!

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Christopher, Anthony Dewyane Born: 6/25/1982 4125 Northside St. Memphis, TN 38127 Charge: Delivery of cocaine

Brown, Gregory James Born: 4/30/1978 300 Cherokee Drive Millington, TN 38053 Charge: Theft over $10,000

Fields, Elton Tyrone Born: 5/4/1981 2959 Fredonia L oop Stanton, TN 38069 Charge: DUI second offense

Johnson, Billy Dewayne Born: 4/5/1967 1199 Kell Street Memphis, TN 38107 Charge: Burglary

Fleming, Tuwan Darrell Born: 9/5/1976 3506 Rabbit Run Rd. Memphis, TN 38115 Charge: Delivery of cocaine

Franks, Matthew Allen Born: 3/12/1984 4477 Highway 51 N. Hennings, TN 38041 Charge: Burgarly

Robinson, Walter Lee Born: 11/14/1960 503 Lincoln St. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Delivery of cocaine

Howell, Charles Laten Born: 7/13/1977 297 Ellis Dr. Munford, TN 38058 Charge: Promotion of meth manufacturing

Jefferson, Freddie Louis Born: 3/5/1959 422 Dixon St. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Delivery of cocaine (2 counts)

Martin, Joel Hendrix Born: 8/18/1974 24 Carrie Lane Drummonds, TN 38023 Charge: Delivery of cocaine (2 counts)

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The following persons were arrested in Tipton County and booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility during the week of January 29-February 4, 2012.

▪ Barron, Noe Hernandez, 26, DUI first offense, implied consent law; Jan. 30, CPD ▪ Benson, Brian Keith, 30, promotion of meth manufacturing, Jan. 30, TCSO ▪ Black, Gwendolyn Reba, 48, public intoxication, Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ Campbell, Michael Wayne, 45, agg. assault (no injury), Feb. 1, TCSO ▪ Caviness, Wayne McAuthor, 45, poss. of sch. III drug, tampering with evidence, poss. of sch. VI drug, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent to deliver, light law; Feb. 2, TCSO ▪ Chaudion, Corey Alan, 26, driving on rev./susp./ canc. license, Feb. 4, TCSO ▪ Chyatte, Douglas, 31, agg. assault (no injury), Jan. 29, TCSO ▪ Collins, Nathaniel Stevenson, 39, intro of contraband into penal institution, Jan. 31, MPD ▪ Crider, Barry Zane Jr., 38, domestic assault, Feb. 1, TCSO ▪ Danehower, Derrick Aaron, 31, DUI first offense, reckless driving, poss. of drug parphernalia with intent to deliver; Feb. 4, THP ▪ Dauziat, Jennifer Lynn, 36, forgery, Jan. 29, TCSO ▪ Dowell, Kevin Tarrell, 23, del. of cocaine, Jan. 30,

CPD ▪ Floyd, Jorim Dion, 20, driving on rev./susp./ canc. license, Jan. 31, TCSO ▪ Forsythe, Randy Eugene, 43, tampering with evidence, Jan. 29, TCSO ▪ Frizzell, Jacob Michael, 18, failure to appear, Jan. 29, TCSO ▪ Galloway, Nicholaus Antwon, 28, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, Jan. 31, MPD ▪ Gayden, William Junior, 26, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Jan. 30, THP ▪ Glass, Adrian Dewayne, 20, domestic assault, Jan. 31, TCSO ▪ Goforth, Elizabeth Nacole, 28, poss. of sch. II drug, Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ Hampton, Terry Dewayne, 37, poss. of sch. III with intent, Feb. 1, CPD ▪ Hill, Charles Leon, 47, delivery of cocaine (2 counts), Jan. 31, TCSO ▪ Huffman, Dalton Wayne, 52, agg. assault (no injury), Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ Hughes, Curtis Alan, 27, agg. burglary, theft over $1,000; Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ Hurdle, Devontez Dewayne, 26, poss. of firearm, Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ Lara, Claudio Tony, 28, poss. controlled substance, Jan. 29, TCSO ▪ McClain, Micahel Ray, 43, domestic assault, Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ McGee, Betty Tillman,

71, DUI first offense, consent law; Jan. 30, MUPD ▪ Meadors, Bryan Anthony, 29, failure to pay child support, Jan. 30, TCSO ▪ Moody, Micahel Wayne, 36, disorderly conduct, Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ Murray, Dajuan Dontay, 24, mfg./del./sell controlled substance, poss. of firearm/commission of dangerous felony, disregarding traffic orders; Feb. 2, CPD ▪ Newbern, Justin Deangelo, 23, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, no insurance, speeding; Jan. 31, BPD ▪ Owen, Donna Michelle, 47, poss. marijuana with intent to sell, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent to deliver, light law; Feb. 1, TCSO ▪ Payton, Mardreques Antonio, 21, youth tobacco act, Jan. 29, MPD ▪ Pierson, Terence Lavon, 18, mfg./del./sell controlled subtance, poss. of firearm/commission of dangerous felony, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent to deliver, Feb. 2, CPD ▪ Pinner, Ricky Lynn, 64, public intoxication, Feb. 4, TCSO ▪ Porter, Frederick Devone, 25, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, Feb. 2, TCSO ▪ Russell, Travis Jerrell, 26, poss. marijuana with intent to sell, Jan. 31, TCSO ▪ Scott, Courtney Michelle, 35, domestic assault, Feb. 4, MUPD

▪ Scott, David Wayne, 38, domestic assault, Feb. 4, MUPD ▪ Shahan, David Scott, 40, rape of a child (2 counts), Feb. 1, CPD ▪ Smith, Christian Rashawn, 23, evading arrest, resisting arrest; Feb. 1, CPD ▪ Somerville, Tommie Lee, 21, driving on a rev./canc./ susp. license, light law, Jan. 30, BPD ▪ Stark, Adam Cole, 26, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, poss. controlled substance; Jan. 31, BPD ▪ Story, Johnny Eugene, 34, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Feb. 4, TCSO ▪ Taylor, Lakendrick Terrell, 28, driving on rev./ canc./susp. license, no insurance; Feb. 2, CPD ▪ Turner, Glendolyn Shirlene, 27, mfg/del./sell controlled substance, poss. of drug paraphernalia with intent to deliver, poss. marijuana with intent to sell; Feb. 3, BPD ▪ Vieryra, Jose Manuel, 24, DUI first offense, driving on rev./canc./susp. license; Feb. 2, TCSO ▪ Webb, Virginia Marie, 49, poss. sch. III drug with intent, poss. of sch. II drug, Feb. 3, TCSO ▪ White, Curtis Lewis, 53, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, speeding, no insurance; Feb. 1, APD ▪ Woods, Tony Dale, 49, disorderly conduct, Feb. 1, TCSO ▪ Wright, Jordan Lee, 21, buy/sell/rec./poss. stolen property, Jan. 30, MUPD

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J. B ARNEY W ITHERINGTON IV 901-475-2700 205 S. M AIN S T ., C OVINGTON , T ENNESSEE 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.

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Obituaries Alda Junita Coats February 9, 1926 - January 25, 2012 Alda Junita Coats, 85, died on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 in Illinois. She was born on February 9, 1926 to Malteen Lincoln and Alta Mae Southall Hazlerig. Funeral services took place on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Giancola Funeral Home in Chicago, Ill. She was preceded in death by son Tommy Mauldin, her parents, five sisters and nine brothers. She is survived by sons Timmy Mauldin and Ricky Coats, both of Illinois, and Russell Coats of Mason; brothers Bruce Hazlerig of Mason and Luke Hazlerig of Oxford, Miss.; sisters Mary Lois Gray and Joyce Deverell, both of Covington, and Marie Arnold of Springfield, Mo.; and four grandchildren. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Esther “Ethel” B. Harvey Smith Date of Death - January 27, 2012 Mother Esther “Ethel” B. Harvey Smith one of twelve children born to the late Jimmy and Genevia Harvey, died Friday, January 27, 2012. Visitation took place on Friday, Feb. 3, from noon-6 p.m. at Palmer Funeral Home in Mason. Services took place Saturday at noon at Wray’s Chapel Church, Somerville; visitation at 11 a.m. prior to service. Burial took place in McCulley Cemetery, Oakland. Her legacy will remain in the lives of her seven children, Cleven (Mary) Smith, Annie and Fannie Smith and Willie (Dorothy) Smith all of Memphis, Esther (James) Johnson, of Forsyth Ill., Richard (Ernestine) Smith of Mason and B. B. Smith of Gallaway, siblings Paul Harvey and Alice Cooper both of Somerville, three sisters in law, 18 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren. Preceding her in transition, husband Richard Smith, daughter, Timpie Smith and 10 siblings. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Ollie M. Hatchel Jackson Date of Death - January 31, 2012 Mrs. Ollie M. Hatchel Jackson, 91, a homemaker from Covington, died on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at her residence. She was a member of Charleston Full Gospel Church, Sunday School teacher and secretary/treasurer at Pleasant Hill Church of God; she was also a song leader at Randolph Assembly of God Church. Mrs. Hatchel Jackson also an avid gardener and loved to quilt and write poetry. Funeral services took place on Thursday, Feb. 2 at Munford Funeral Chapel. She was buried at Morrison Cemetery. The widow of John Conway Jackson, Mrs. Jackson is survived by daughters Beverly (Terry) Yarbro and Patsy (Larry) Compton and son Luther Ray (Barbara) Jackson, 17 grandchildren, 29 greatgrandchildren and 21 great-great-grandchildren and two greatgreat-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by daughters Alice Fay Jackson and Myra Sue Gray, son Phillip Conway Jackson, parents John Thomas and Sadie Miles Hatchel and five brothers. Memorials contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Ellen Laverne Creasy October 24, 1925 - February 4, 2012 Ellen Laverne Creasy, 86, homemaker and member of Central Christian Church, died Saturday, February 4, 2012 in Covington. Funeral services took place at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, with visitation Monday from 5-8 p.m., both at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home. Interment followed in R. H. Munford Cemetery in Covington. Mrs. Creasy, the widow of Murray (Coby) Creasy, leaves daughters Linda (Donald) Haimes of San Juan Capistrano, Calif., Jean (Tom) Needham of Arlington, Barbara Gail (Daryl) Clowes of Covington, Rachel Marie (Kirk) Rushing of Trussville, Ala., and Rose Sinclair of Bartlett; sons, William Murray (Karen) Creasy of Bartlett, Jerry Wayne (Joan) Creasy of Atoka, and Dwight Glenn Creasy of Brighton; 29 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and five greatgreat-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughters Mary Jane Delaney and Dyan Alsbrook. Memorials may be made to Central Christian Church, Covington or to the American Cancer Society.

Cynthia King June 26, 1966 – February 4, 2012 Cynthia King, 45, of Covington, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2012. Memorial services were held on Wednesday, February 8 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel. She is survived by three daughters, Jennifer Glass, Teri King and Heather King, all of Covington; two brothers, Donald Hendrix and Ronald Hendrix, both of Covington and five grandchildren. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Jonathon Barry Richardson February 9, 1956 – February 4, 2012 Jonathon Barry Richardson, 55, died at his residence on Saturday, February 4, 2012. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9 at Covington First Assembly of God Church. Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. Mr. Richardson is survived by his daughter, Lisa M. Richardson of Covington; mother Mary Frances Johnson of Covington; sister Lynn Dibenebetto of Southaven, Miss.; and grandchildren Clyde Lee Richardson II, Zoey Adara and Abby Faith Lanley. Pastor Carlton Rose and Rev. A.A. Lawrence will officiate the service. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Virginia Bernice Corder Baxter December 24, 2012 – February 5, 2012

Mary P. Caldwell Mary P. Caldwell, 87, of Ripley, died on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Maley-Yarbrough had charge of arrangements. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Clifton L. Deverell July 26, 1941 - January 31, 2012 Clifton L. Deverell, 70, the former Covington Police Chief, died on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at his residence. In addition to serving the city in a law enforcement capacity, Mr. Deverell served his country in the U.S. Army. Funeral services took place on Saturday, Feb. 4 at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home. He was buried at Covington Memorial Gardens. Mr. Deverell is survived by his wife, Joyce Hazlerig Deverell; daughters Katrina Hamilton of Memphis, Sharon Feltus of Conroe, Texas and Cammie Antrican of Covington; son Chris Cook of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; brother Aubrey Deverell; sisters Nancy Benard of Covington, Catherine Moore of Brighton and Dorothy Cook of Covington; brothers Leon Deverell of Holly Springs, Miss. and Sam Deverell of Covington; 15 grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Cliff Franklin Deverell. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Pamela S. Robinson July 29, 1957 - February 2, 2012 Pamela S. Robinson, 54, of Ripley, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2012. Memorial services were held on Monday, February 6 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel. She is survived by two daughters, Rhonda Mashburn and Angie Jerding, both of Ripley; two sons, Randall Robinson and Joshua Robinson, both of Ripley; two brothers, John W. Gray, Jr. and Dennis Gray, both of Ripley; two sisters, Patricia Kanieshi of San Antonio, Texas and Debra Gray of Ripley; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com.

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January 5, 1925 - January 31, 2012

Christ where she served for many years as a Sunday school teacher. She was also a charter member of the Little Book Club in Covington. She was a supporter of the public schools and the PTA, and she served as room mother, a Brownie Scout leader, and, in later years, as a carrier for Meals on Wheels. She was considered the matriarch of her family, and she will be remembered fondly by her nieces and nephews for her optimism, patience, humor, faith, wisdom and kindness to others. She was a precious aunt to them, and they were a constant source of encouragement, joy and comfort to her. Her God and her church were first in her life, and that was evident by the way she lived and conducted herself. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, cooking, traveling, reading her Bible, watching “Days of Our Lives,” and serving others in her church and in her community. She is survived by her daughter, Ruth LaVerne Baxter, of Memphis, by her much-loved caretaker of 17 years, Ellen McKee, of Covington, and by a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation took place on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home in Covington. Funeral services took place at the funeral home on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. She will be buried at R.H. Munford Cemetery in Covington. Memorial gifts may be made to the Covington Church of Christ, St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Arthritis Association.

Virginia Bernice Corder Baxter, 97, of Covington, passed away on February 5, 2012, at Covington Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Covington. The youngest of 11 children, she was born on December 24, 1914, in Lincoln County, Tennessee to Benjamin T. Corder and Nancy Bell Benson Corder. Mrs. Baxter, following the career choices of her three sisters, earned her nursing degree from General Hospital in Nashville in 1936 and went on to receive her public health certification from George Peabody College in Nashville. After working for the public health department in Columbia, Tennessee in 1937, she was transferred to Tipton County in 1938, where she continued a career in public health that spanned about 30 years. Two months after she arrived in Covington, she met her future husband, Don Russell Baxter, who lived across the street from the boarding house where she lived. They married on June 15, 1940, and were married for 58 years. Before his death in 1998, he told her that “he had loved her dearly,” and she carried that precious sentiment with her always. She was also preceded in death by two sons who died in infancy, Warner Duke Baxter and Gary Baxter. Mrs. Baxter was a longtime member of the Covington Church of

Hugh Elliott Castellaw Date of Death – February 6, 2012 Hugh Elliott Castellaw, 78, formerly of Covington, passed away Monday, Jan. 6, 2012, at his home. Mr. Castellaw was a 1952 graduate of Byars Hall High School where he played football, basketball, and baseball, was a member of the C Club, and excelled in mechanical drawing. He served in the US Air Force as a staff sergeant until 1956, having been stationed in San Antonio TX and Okinawa. He graduated Tennessee Tech in 1960, and worked for the Social Security Administration until retirement in 1998 as Assistant District Manager for the Nashville District. After retirement he volunteered at Williamson Medical Center. Mr. Castellaw enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, Civil War history, and carving. He was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church of Franklin. Services took place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at MaleyYarbrough Funeral Home, with visitation one hour prior to service. Interment will follow in Covington Memorial Gardens. Mr. Castellaw leaves his wife of 51 years, Betty Lou Johnston Castellaw, a daughter Mary Lynn Bowman (Chris) of Madison, MS, a son, James (Jim) King Castellaw (Leigh) of Cordova, grandchildren Lee, Anna Beth, and Ryan of Madison, MS, and Taylor and Zach of Cordova, and brother- and sister-in-law, Harry and Morie Cardosi of Memphis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland King & Marie Crenshaw Castellaw and brother Wade Castellaw. Memorials may be made to the Williamson County (TN) Library. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

Myrtle Marie Russell March 4, 1922 - February 7, 2012 Myrtle Marie Russell, 89, of Brighton, passed away on Tuesday, February 7. Funeral services were held on Thursday, February 9 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in Magnolia Gardens Cemetery in Covington. She is survived by three daughters, Ann Jackson, Patsy Tankersley and Jane Sellers; four sisters, Bobbie Roach, Willie Bearden, Maxine Furbo and Evon Jackson; eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com. The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) Feb. 9, 2012

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Annabelle Maria Whitson February 2, 2012 Annabelle Maria Whitson, infant daughter of Jody Taylor and David Whitson, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2012. Graveside services were held on Tuesday, February 7 at the Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Covington Funeral Home had charge of services. She is survived by her grandparents, Shelia Whitson, David B. Whitson, Lisa Sullivan, and Joe Sullivan; and her great grandparents, Carol Webb, Virginia Warner, Vernon Jackson and Annette Jackson.

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Kid Bounce Play Center brings young life to Covington's Historic Square By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com Although itâ€™s not the typical business one would expect to see when visiting the historic square in Covington, it does fit in nicely among the specialty shops, boutiques, quaint antique shops and restaurants. Kid Bounce Play Center opened in September 2011 and has brought a much younger generation to the heart of Tipton Countyâ€™s seat. The 7,200square-foot building is home to an indoor mecca of fun and excitement for toddlers to teens. The two-story space is home to inflatable bounces, slides, bungee pulls, video games, a concession stand and more. Downstairs, parents will find a toddler safe zone and changing rooms.

The new business is just one of three that partners Jeremy Blackard and Jeremy Oaks run together. They also operate Kid Bounce Mania, which rents the inflatable party rentals, and J & J Trash Service. Oaks, a father of three, said that although the move to the square is unconventional, it does fit with the direction they wanted to move their business towards. â€œCovington needed something with the closing of Rollies,â€? said Oaks. â€œWe liked the location and the historical sense of the square. The space is great and we really wanted to offer something special for families of the community.â€? Kid Bounce Play Center offers open play, private parties, birthday parties and they can host school functions and church events. â€œReally, anything that anyone would like to do,â€? said Oaks. â€œWe want to be the family-friendly destination.â€? The Play Center is opene Tuesdays thru Thursdays from 3-7 p.m., Fridays from 3-8 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from noon-6 p.m. Because the center is sometimes closed due to private/birthday parties, the most popular play packages the Play Center offers, Oaks recommends calling before coming to play. â€œItâ€™s best to call first,â€? revealed the Atoka resident. â€œWe might have one weekend full of private parties and then another with none. With a private party, the customer gets the run of the building for their group for two hours.â€?

Kid bounce Play Center offers several birthday packages depending on the size of the party. A basic party package includes the building rental for two hours, game tokens and the parents are permitted to bring their own food. An upgrade to the premium package includes additional game tokens, a prize for the birthday child, private party host and lunch for each child. â€œItâ€™s really a great deal,â€? added Oaks. â€œItâ€™s more of a family-friendly atmosphere, the prices are better than traveling to Memphis and youâ€™re keeping tax dollars in Tipton County.â€? Kid Bounce Play Center is located at 107 Court Square W., Covington. For more information call (901) 476-8224 or visit www.kidbouncemania.com.

MARCH FOR BABIES CAMPAIGN KICKS OFF

March of Dimes has kicked oďŹ€ their March for Babies campaign for 2012 in Tipton County. Team members leading the County this year are pictured left to right: First State Bank President Nick Nichols, Honorary Chairman for March of Dimes; Patriot Bank MarketingĘźs Sara Honeycutt, Co-Chariman; Jeannie Patrick, Community Director, March of Dimes and the Tipton County SheriďŹ€Ęźs OďŹƒceĘźs Chief Billy Daugherty, CoChairman. Co-Chairman not pictured is Patriot Bank South TiptonĘźs Vice President, Jan Phillips. Stay tuned for the exciting events that are soon to come.

MATHIS COMPLETES TRAINING PROGRAM President Kevin Murphy presents the completion certificate for the Certified Power Executive training program to Covington District Manager, Ricky Mathis. Congratulations to Ricky!

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Jim Baddour III, DDS and Staff February Events TCCA Office and the Covington Senior Center will be closed Monday, Feb. 20 in observance of President’s Day. Save the Date- Saturday, March 18, Shamrock-athon, a “rocking” good time to benefit the programs of TCCA. For more information call 476-3333.

MHS student body raises over $4,300 for one of their own By SHERRI ONORATI sonorati@covingtonleader.com Today’s teenagers are often accused of being disrespectful, lazy and irresponsible, but that’s not the definition you’ll hear being used to describe the students at Munford High School. Recently, the entire student body banded together to help one of their own – leaving the school’s administrators, teachers and other faculty members in awe of what they’ve accomplished in a short period of time. When they learned that the mother of one of their classmate’s had been diagnose with terminal cancer, the students sprung into action. They reached deep into their pockets and donated whatever money they had at lunchtime, participated in bake sales, held car washes, boot drives and numerous other fundraisers. “The kids deserve all the credit,” said Mona Sellers, special education teaching assistant. “It has been awesome. There were kids giving $20 bills at a time. I am just so proud of them!” The show of support was for the Pool family – Randy, Carlia and their sons Brandon and Nick, also know as Nick-Nick. S e v e n t e e n - y e a r- o l d Nick is a non-verbal special education student at MHS in need of constant care and supervision. He will need total care for the rest of his life. His mother Carlia has been the major caregiver for the majority of his life, while his father works to support the family. But an unexpected cruel twist of fate has changed the family dynamics. A breast cancer survivor of five years, Carlia thought the cancer was behind her. But after feeling pain for a number of weeks, she went to her doctor who ordered several tests. “On Dec. 30, Dr. Johnson of the West Clinic noticed my liver scans had tripled. So he ordered a skeletal scan on Jan. 5,” said Carlia, choking on tears. “He told me it didn’t look good. And he said I’m just letting you know you have it in your bones, it’s in your liver and then I found out I also have it in my pelvis. Dr. Johnson said it was like the cancer had exploded in my body.” The news was shocking to a family already struggling with obstacles many don’t have to face. The diagnosis meant that Carlia would need full-time care herself, as well as Nick. “Nick knows something is wrong,” said Carlia, softly crying. “He doesn’t understand but he’ll sit by me and rub on my arm, like he’s asking me what’s wrong. And now my husband has to do everything and its so hard,” she added tearing. “I have to say, I have the best husband in the world, I couldn’t have asked for a better man…”

Faced with the devastating news, Randy Pool turned to the family he knew he could count on – his son’s school. “I needed help and I’ve never had to ask for help before,” he said, softly, struggling to speak. “I asked if they could do anything to help. I was missing so much work to take care of my wife and son and the bills just keep coming.” In addition to their normal bills, the Pools are now faced with medical costs not covered by their insurance. That’s where Sellers and the Special Education Department of Munford High School stepped in. “When Mr. Pool told us that his wife had been diagnosed with terminal cancer, we started taking up donations,” said Sellers. “We’d make announcements and the kids would take over, giving everything they had. Every day they’ve taken up a collection. They’ve brought baked goods in to sell. They have really pulled behind this family.” In one week, the students collected $2,475.71 for the Pool Family. But they weren’t done. They rallied the community, arranged for donations and held an indoor yard sale last weekend in the Special Education classrooms and raised through sales and donations, another $1,852.35. “Ms. Carlia is a very sweet lady,” said teaching assistant Debbie Timbs. “She has always been so supportive to [special ed. department], we had to help. The kids in this school are the very best. It has absolutely been wonderful the way they have stepped up to help this family.” When the Pools were given the news about the money collected, they were visibly moved and overwhelmed. “This is so wonderful,” Carlia said. "I have always considered this our second family. It really is. I don’t have any worries when Nick is here at school.” “You can’t ask for better people,” added Randy.

The money, support, love and strength comes at a critical time for this family and the MHS family knows how important their support has been. “I’m overwhelmed by the support of the students,” said special education deaching assistant Carol Johnson. “Those kids have just freely given of themselves and have gone into the community to gather support. If it weren’t for the students, none of this would have been possible. They have gone way beyond what you would have expected. I am thankful I live in Tipton County where we take care of one another.”

An account has been set up at Munford High School to accept monetary donations for the Pool family. Please write, “for the Pool Family” on the checks. “We are still accepting donations,” said Johnson. "This family will need a lot of help. And if anyone would like to donate brownies for our daily bake sales, they go over real well. These kids love brownies!”

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Covington Dixie Girls Softball Covington Dixie Girls Softball will hold sign-ups on every Saturday in February from 9-12 noon at CIAA, Covington Integrated Arts Academy, and the first 2 Saturdays in February at Oak Grove Baptist Church gymnasium from 10-1. Early bird discount of $15.00 if full registration fee is paid by Feb. 4th. A copy of your child’s Birth Certificate is required. If you are interested in coaching please come to this meeting. If you have questions call Dennis Harrod 361-4042.

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The Biblical Picture of the Family February 11th and 12th Lectures will take place at: The Gilt Edge Church of Christ •10726 Highway 59w • Burlison, TN 38015 • 901-476-8482 Saturday, February 11th

Sunday, February 12th

9:00-10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00-1:30 1:30-2:30 2:30-3:30

10:00-11:00 What the Bible does NOT teach about Marriage, Divorce and Remarriage 11:00-12:00 How Do I Know My Marriage Will Last? 6:00-7:00 When He/She is Unfaithful to God

Building a Strong Family in a World of Crisis Developing Proper Family Communication Managing Time in a Fast Paced World Lunch Raising Faithful Children Is Purity Possible in a Tainted World

There are so many families facing troubles from all sides. There are so many questions we often times have trouble answering. The reality is, when we follow God’s pattern, our family will be what it should. The purpose of this lectureship is to take a Biblical look at the family and questions that concern the family. The speakers will be Chris Harper and David Dalton. Chris Harper is a faithful Gospel preacher who has two grown sons who are both faithful Christians. David Dalton is also a faithful Gospel preacher who has four grown children who are all faithful Christians. Come join us in this study of, “The Biblical Picture of the Family”.

Just for Fun Creative Aging - On Friday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. in the Dining Hall of the CSC, Creative Aging presents the Queen of Beale Street, Ms. Ruby Wilson. Craft Club - The craft club meets twice this month on Monday, Feb. 13 and Monday, Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. in the dining hall of the CSC. Bible Study- This month Bible Study will be held at the CSC on Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. This non-denominational class is open to all. The facilitator this month is Mrs. Mary Carswell. Bending Needles Quilting Club- Experienced hand stitch quilters are welcome to join the club. The quilters meet each Thursday and Friday morning from 8 to 11 a.m. in the craft room. Storytelling- Our newest program, storytelling, will be on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 10 a.m. in the dining hall of the Covington Senior Center. Lunch Trip- On Feb. 17, the CSC will be taking a lunch trip to Ming’s Buffet and Grill. The vans will leave the center at 10:30 a.m. and return at noon. Shrine Circus- The CSC will be providing transportation to the Shrine Circus on Thursday, Feb. 23. The cost per ticket is $5 and money must be turned in to Kelly West by Friday, Feb. 10. The vans will leave the center on Thursday at 9 a.m. and return at 1 p.m. Donations are greatly appreciated for transportation and please bring a sack lunch or money to purchase food at the concession stands. To Your Health Health Screenings- Ms. Cindy from Baptist Home Health will be here on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 9 .am. to test blood pressure. Covington Care will be in the dining hall of the CSC on Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 9 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. Clinics are also available at Garland and Munford Senior Centers. 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. Juanita Joyner is the instructor. Medication Management- Dr. Cummings will be at the CSC on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m. to discuss the do’s and don’ts of managing your medication. Education Covington Police Department- Officer Danielle Mullen will be at the CSC on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. to discuss the Neighborhood Watch program. 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 8 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. South Tipton Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meets the second Tuesday of the month at Munford Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall from 5:30 to 7 p.m. “…For Men Only” Caregiver Wellness Group- This group meet the second Monday of the month at TCCA meeting room from 5:30 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 to 2 p.m. The facilitator is Mrs. Darlene Hopper Spaulding. TCCA Breast Health Wellness Group- Please join Sue Wheeler on the second Monday of the month at Covington Senior Center dining room from 5:30 to 7 p.m. TCCA Grandparents/ Relatives as Parents Wellness GroupThis is a support group for all relative parents that are facing life changes. This group meets in the TCCA meeting room the second Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tipton County Commission on Aging 401 S. College, P.O. Box 631, Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3333/901-476-3398- Fax Covington Senior Center- Kelly West-476-1068 Helen’s House- Anita Feuring-476-1068 www.tiptonaging.org

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College Clippings Local residents receive degrees from UT Martin Several Tipton County residents were among students who received degrees from the University of Tennessee at Martin during the recent fall commencement held in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on the UT Martin campus. The students receiving undergraduate degrees were: Atoka – Jill Sherry Wendel, Ashley Le’Amber Currie Brighton – Sandra Jean Sass, Jennifer Elizabeth Wildes Covington – Jane Ellen Gordon, Walter Thomas Bailey, William Christopher Winfrey, Thomas A. White, John Andrew McCullough, Mary Louise Sherrill Mason – Brian Maurice Yarbro Munford – Brandon Neil Bringle, Troy Allen McDonald Jr. The students who received a graduate degree were: Atoka – Phillip Dale Ruse; Covington – William Miller Lea. UT Martin names local students to fall semester chancellor’s honor roll The outstanding academic achievements of undergraduate students at the University of Tennessee at Martin have been honored with publication of the Fall 2011 Chancellor’s Honor Rolls for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sci-

ences, College of Business and Global Affairs, College of Education, Health, and Behavioral Sciences, College of Engineering and Natural Sciences and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. To be eligible for Chancellor’s Honor Roll recognition at UT Martin, a student must take at least 12 hours of credit (pass-fail courses are not included) and achieve a 3.2 (B) grade point average based on a 4.0 scale. Students can make the Chancellor’s Honor Roll with honors (3.2 through 3.49), high honors (3.5 through 3.79) or highest honors (3.8 through 4.0). Whitney D. Crow, Atoka, High Honors Ashleigh L. Currie, Atoka, Honors Kaitlyn M. Downing, Atoka, High Honors Tucker A. Gillihan, Atoka, Highest Honors Monica D. Haynes, Atoka, High Honors Veronica E. Knight, Atoka, Honors James W. Moeller, Atoka, Honors Katrina D. Moeller, Atoka, High Honors John K. Paluso, Atoka, Honors Keith Paluso, Atoka, Honors April N. Armstrong, Brighton, Highest Honors Jessica L. Campbell, Brighton, High Honors Soobin K. Crabb, Brighton, Highest Honors Melissa L. Holsapfel,

Brighton, High Honors Kelly L. Kinney, Brighton, Highest Honors Leah R. Rogers, Brighton, Highest Honors Blake P. Stevens, Brighton, Highest Honors Nicholas P. Stevens, Brighton, High Honors Lauren N. Wheeler, Brighton, Highest Honors Thomas A. White, Brighton, High Honors Robert A. Willey, Brighton, Highest Honors Erika M. Boswell, Burlison, Honors Mary E. Giles, Burlison, Honors Chapell S. Smith, Burlison, High Honors Pauletta Y. Alston, Covington, High Honors Bobby B. Bailey, Covington, Honors Walter T. Bailey, Covington, Highest Honors Veronica R. Brent, Covington, High Honors Regina R. Daniel, Covington, High Honors Chebria A. Foster, Covington, Honors Jacob A. Gardner, Covington, High Honors Jane E. Gordon, Covington, Honors Kanisha D. Halliburton, Covington, Honors Seth D. Hersberger, Covington, Honors Janiera L. Lewis, Covington, Highest Honors Jessica C. Martin, Covington, High Honors Alex K. Mashburn, Covington, Highest Honors Katheryn M. Massey, Covington, Honors Dearl C. Pemberton, Covington, High Honors

HAVE AN EDUCATION STORY? CALL 476-7116 W.C. Robinson, Covington, High Honors Sandra J. Sass, Covington, Highest Honors Mary A. Smith, Covington, Honors Shelby D. Stanton, Covington, High Honors Latoya D. Williamson, Covington, Highest Honors Jacob W. Winberry, Covington, High Honors Dustin E. Lepkowicz, Drummonds, Honors Emma L. Sanders, Drummonds, Highest Honors Kaitlyn E. Trobaugh, Drummonds, Honors Deja R. Woods, Drummonds, Honors Yolanda R. Taylor, Mason, Highest Honors Ashley N. Adkison, Munford, High Honors Kayla D. Ballard, Munford, Honors Rebecca L. Bartusiak, Munford, Honors Ashlea T. Baskin, Munford, Highest Honors Patricia L. Benamon, Munford, High Honors Brandon N. Bringle, Munford, Highest Honors Mary E. Spears, Munford, High Honors Cody F. Jennings, Munford, Highest Honors Cody J. Lemmons, Munford, High Honors Katherine A. Lenagar, Munford, High Honors Rachel L. Lenagar, Munford, Honors Troy A. McDonald, Munford, Honors John P. Pannell, Munford, Honors

HOSA The CHS HOSA chapter had great success at regional competitions at Union University recently with every member placing in the top five in their category. First place winners included Katelynn Aday, Lindsey Griggs, Anna Claire Goforth, Tony Joe Connell and Morgan Harris. Taking third place honors were Keri Holt, Jessica Coats, Walt Downing, Elizabeth Newman, Gerald Dyson, Kavin Patel, Britt Dunn, Shaquia Clemons, Khealsia Elkins, Carlos Burton and Brooke Hughlett. Fourth place winners were Dalecia Borum, Mikayla Sellers, and Paul Shaver. Fifth place awards went to Nacavia Weathers and Mary Cait Wilkins. All of these students advance to state competitions in Nashville April 16-18.

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UTK diversity programs The University of Tennessee-Knoxville has several diversity recruitment programs. UT will make its first visit with the Sneak Peek Overnight Visit Program on Feb. 24-25. Any interested minority high school junior must register for the program. Online registration is available. An eligible student must have at least a 3.0 GPA to attend. Space is limited. Students will be selected to participate based on their date of registration and supplied academic information. Details are available from Ms. Fayne in the Guidance Office. That is all for this week. See you next time on the Charger Beat.

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Ron Childers Ron Childers came to visit CIAA’s very own sixth grade! He talked about different types of tools he uses such as Doppler radar and the Storm Tracking Tower. He told stories about the beginning of his career, including how he rode a bike for 5 years to work as a radio disc jockey because he wrecked his car and could not pay the damages due to his $5 an hour pay. Later he upgraded to a car, and then got a part time job as a meteorologist on weekends. He also talked about severe weather such as, flooding, lightning and hurricanes. It was a great learning experience for the sixth graders and a stupendous visit with Ron Childers.

DOWNING SELECTED AS STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Covington High School senior Walt Downing, center, was recently named the student of the month by the Covington Exchange Club. Joining him at the ceremony were, from left, Becky Todd, teacher; Jimmy Dawson, club president; Peggy Murdock, CHS principal; Melba Howard, program chairman; Jennifer Downing, mother; and Lee Downing, father.

WELDING TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR Brian Kellum was recently added to the faculty of the Tennessee Technology center at Covington. Brian is the Welding Instructor and comes to us with over 17 years of experience in the welding and metal fabrication industry.TTC Covington is very fortunate to have Brian as part of the staff. The experience he brings from the metal fabricating industry is vital in preparing our students for the current and future job market. Brian can be reached by calling 901-475-2526 ext 30 or email joseph.kellum@ttccovington.edu

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Tipton County Honor Roll - 2nd nine weeks Brighton Elementary Principalâ€™s List (Aâ€™s-S in Conduct) 1st Grade Bennie Cox, Kylie Daniel, Candace Forrest, Makena Reid, Payton Champagne, Tessica Cooper, Kersten Hendrix, Sean Brubaker, Ashlie Eggleston, Faith Hollingsworth, Emily Johnson, Ethan Stafford, Tanner Reed, Ian Billings, Kailey Burk Gianna Delisio, Piper Matthews, Sophia Morgan, Damon Zheng, Cooper Bourque, Sydney Collins, Dylan Gatlin, Molly Heath, Zaylah Horne, Cassidy Johnson, Molly Oswalt, John Richardson, Evie Turner, Kamryn Bridges, Cooper Kennt, Krishana Taylor, Avery Williams, Hudson Freeman, Nicholas Moore 2nd Grade Mackenzie Montgomery, Sadie Max, Cole Daley, Bailey Chumley, Zach Hendley, Austin Potter, Chandler Jacobs Hailey Russell Aaron Speight, Braden Wade, Carter Bondurant, Desirea Burke, Tyler Hogeda, Emma Stacy, Collin Wanser, Sara Marbry, Lilly McDaniel, Braden Robbins, Alaina Snider, Nathaniel Taylor, Finley Curtis 3rd Grade Mattie Ballard, Ian Keith, Katelyn Anderson, Trey Godsey, J.D. Rankin, Austin Welsandt, Beay Russell, Jennifer Belk, Bethany Farmer, Jade Howard, Hunter reed, Brady Spray, Elisabeth Wright, Leah Alsip, Lauren Baskin, Austin Gladney, Hill Huffman, Josh Lane, Erica Wright, Hunter Austill, Kayla Barnes, Fortner Childress, Christopher Chitwood, Reagan Combs, Andi Coulston, Austin Dye, Sarah Monroe, Dawson Sherfield 4th Grade Nick Johnson, Ben Roberts, Sarah Daniels, Tristan Linn, Victor Tan, Aiden Grimes, Molly Rhinehardt, Haven Birchfield, Winter Boyle, Gracie Brown, Keaton Franklin, Alexis Gara, Ayden Hall, Christopher Moody, Jaci Owens, Kenzie Owrey, Allye Potter, Cade Schaffer, Alissa Brooke Carter, Larson Cates, Peyton Stafford Jeffrey Thompson, Drake Gargus, Alyssa Wallace, Colt Beyer, Cannon Clark, Emma Kelly, Mary Roe, Mckenna Rose, Aiden Sutcliffe, Cody Taylor, Jett Daley Jackson Kelley, Gracie Kunkel, Jaimee Marbry, Erin Bentley, Issac Golding, Kaitlyn Gourley, Chloe Krammer, Balfour Roe, Carter Easley, Sydnee Erickson, Taylor Hambick, Matthew McDonald, Mary Grace Washington 5th Grade Hayden Elam, Parker Speight, Sam Stewart, Dylan Forbes, Austin Russell, Autumn Bolin, Rachel Carpenter, Kozy Hubbard, Tyler Walker, Cade Forbes, Trey Justice, Haley Simpson, Kayla Tomlinson

Honor Roll (Aâ€™s & Bâ€™s- S in Conduct) 1st Grade Kaylee Funk, Kay Kay McCabe, Mykael Sonderman, Madison Wright, Blakely Eubank. Piercynn Hanks, Brieanna Howard, Payton Owen, Blake Russell, Blake Sanders, Eli Vaden, Caitlyn Chapman, Caleb Durham, Elayna Flanagan, Troy Gardner, Jason Hungerford, Briannia Lawerence, Austin Mere, Skyler

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Covington High School student council collected boxes for operation Christmas Child this past Christmas. Left to right: Devin Hollingsworth, James Fields, Haley Johnston, Khadidra Dowell and Basha Coleman. Courtesy photo

Several Covington High School students took a break during the holidays to shop for two children that the group adopted through Carl Perkins Center for Child Abuse. Pictured left to right, back row: James Fields, Brad Walker. Front row, Khadidra Dowell, Robbie Maclin, Shaquia Clemons, Chelsea Sherrill, Devin Hollingsworth, Brook Hughlett, Khealsea Elkins. Courtesy photo

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I baked some lemon cookies today and after supper James and I looked in on LaVerne Baxter and delivered them. “Miss” Virginia passed away last night after a long stay in the hospital and Covington Care. Her suffering has ended and she is at home now. LaVerne, all the family and caregiver for 17 years Ellen McKee are in my prayers; I know how hard this is. Her funeral was Wednesday. A great nurse, she was 97 years old. She will be greatly missed. Sympathy goes to Bruce Hazlerig in all the losses his family has suffered in the past week. His brother, Malcolm, died last week, right after his sister, Juanita Coats, then a couple of days after that, his brotherin-law, Clifton Deverall died. Lisa Pinner and Jan Hanks lost their great-

aunt and great-uncle in the deaths of Malcolm and Juanita. That family has my prayers. Ashley Whaley also has my sympathy in the death of her great-grandmother, Dovie Curtis, and Tonya Stanley and family are in my prayers because of the death of her uncle, Gerald Clark. My thanks for Bill Gatlin for coming over and helping with some computer problems last Thursday. After that James and I went to an appointment in Memphis and had lunch. That night we attended the Soil Conservation District’s Farmer of the Year Banquet in Atoka. Tommy McDow was presented a plaque by the Chairman of the Board Kirk Daniel, and he received a sign to display from Farm Credit. Congratulations to him and his family. It takes a

family to farm. A whole bunch of us went from the Covington Church of Christ to First Friday Dinner and Movie night. Big night and lots of fun! If you want to go see a good movie, see “Joyful Noise” with Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton! I baked all day Saturday and made a vanilla birthday cake with a duck on it for Corbin Coughlan’s 12th birthday, a bath of peanut butter fudge and a very chocolaty birthday cake for Matt Sallee, and a dozen lemon cookies for Jan Hanks. She said daughter Whitney had declared it was time for some lemon cookies! My thanks to everyone for the business! Sunday night lots of folks stayed after church for the Super Bowl Party. Pizza and hot wings, and lots of other goodies and

desserts. Great night for us and the New York Giants! Carol McMahan remains in the hospital. Kali and Aerik Langston both have ear infections. Emily Sweeney is in all our prayers, along with so many others, and all our servicemen and women, and our voters. Presidental Preference Election in Tipton County is on March 6. You can early-vote before that date though The Valentine Banquet will be on the 18th, along with the Birthday Party at Covington Manor at 2 p.m. that day. The Devotional at Covington Care will be at 4 p.m. on the 19th. And, in the not-toodistant future, a Redbirds game on April 14th. I already signed up. First on the list! Happy Birthday this week goes to Matt Sallee

on February 6th, to Karen Wall on the 8th, to Rusty Cartwright and John Dickey on the 9th, to Gordon Cartwright and David Kidd on the 10th and to Brandy Brown on the 12th! This week’s Farmer’s Almanac Quote: “If a zipper tends to jam, rub it with a wax crayon or soap”. “Thanks for Reading” this week goes to Claire Marshall and Regina Hazlerig Mashburn! Salute! Spring weather is wreaking havoc on my

plants. OK for buttercups to be blooming, but my forsythia and jasmine are too, and I’m afraid a freeze is due and will ruin them. After the groundhog saw his shadow last week, forecasting six more weeks of winter, folks on the news in Memphis were saying, “We’ll take six more weeks of this weather!” Until next week . . .

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Greetings, I believe that old ground hog saw his shadow, which is suppose to be six more weeks of bad weather. If you’re like me, it’s no problem. Because here in Tennessee, we only get our bad weather in the form of rainstorms, not so much bad snows. Maybe if I had a problem concerning our weather, it’ll be those nasty tornadoes and floods. Prayfully, this time around even those kinds of weather situations will escape us. On to the news: president Mary Burton once again met on Tuesday evening at 5 p.m. in the home of LaRue Albritton. Soon as it gets warmer, missionary meetings will resume at the regular meeting place, which is The Center (Old Miller’s store) at 5 p.m. La Rue Albritton traveled to Johnson City, Tenn., on Thursday with granddaughter Rholanda Davis. They spent a few beautiful days visiting her oldest daughter and Rholanda’s parents, Ralph and Glo Dean Davis, to celebrate Glo Dean’s birthday this week. Terrance Sherrill is back home recently from a brief hospital stay and appears to be regaining his strength! He and wife, Tami are making sure that he follows all the doctor’s orders, especially Tami, who’s like a mother hen tending to her beloved “T.” Keep them in our prayers everyday. Willie Shade Alston spent a few days also in the hospital. It is re-

ported he’s also doing a whole lot better now. Jamestown Community Health Organization (JCHO) is still accepting yearly dues of $25. You can contact their treasurer, Mary Burton and Jessie Cooke, or president Minister Pearl Andrews or any JCHO member. On March 11, at Brighton Hill MB Church in Jamestown, Pastor S.P. Cole and members of the Baptist Council of Tennessee will ordain Minister Pearl Burton Andrews as an ordained preacher, Minister Andrews has been faithfully serving Bright Hill in several capacities for several years, including recently appointed to serve as Bright Hill’s Associate pastor, as well as adult chair directress, bus driver and on the youth advisory committee. Minister Andrews is the wife of Rev. Romel Andrews, formerly of Ripley. The couple now call Atoka home and have three children. Ashley Kaye who lives and works in Nashville, Xavier, a senior at the University of Knoxville and Micheal who is a student at Brighton Elementary. She is the ninth of 10 children of the late Nehemiah and Josephine Burton of Jamestown. Congratulations Minister Pearl Andrews and family! Ms. Pearl, as she is called by her students, teaches Court School in Tipton County. We are in prayer for Jennie Stewart, Bessie Cobbs, Ruth Alston,

Katarene Harbell, Doris and Troy King, David and Charlene Sneed, Cortez Lee and family, Isiah and Willie Mae Burton, Sr. and family, Connie and Christine Brown, Gladys Miller and family, Minister Pink Sherrill, Jr., Vernard “Big Boy” Burton, Rudolph Boykins and family, Joseph Heaston, Sr., Eula Culbreath and family, Flossie Woods and family. Jessie Lawson, Beaulah Wakefield, Rhonda Heaston-McLin and family, Percy White and family, Robert Smith and family, Carlotta Jones and family, Eugene Baker and family, Ellousie Vaughn, Jonnie Thompson, Kyle Trent, John and Cleo Thompson and family and Ada Fletcher. Happy birthday this week to Jada Herbet, Devon and Britton Reed (my grandsons)-7th, Deanne Burns and Vivean Deckerson – 8th, Geanna Bell – 9th, William Bonner – 10th, Jeff Mosley and judge Kenny W. Armstrong – 11th, and to Evageline Clewis on the 12th. Happy Anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Eddie (Alma Burton) Dye 7th and to Mr. and Mrs. Albert (Claudia James) Cross. This is all for this week. Remember, Tuesday’s Valentine’s Day. Be sure to give a lovely treasure to your treasure. Remember, whenever you give your heart, be sure that it’s given to where you truly want it to stay!” Until next week…

Maurice Harchfield, Mrs. Climer, Rev. A.A. Lawrence and Charlotte, Donnie, Rita and Will Halsip, Mindy Tankersley, Pete and Polly Branch, also Mike Willis, Zach Wallace, Joe Dillender and Brandon Fletcher in the military and all the other men and women in the military. Daniel Dalton is the minister at the Gilt Edge Church of Christ. The first Wednesday night of the month is singing at 7:30 p.m., Sunday morning services begin at 10 a.m. Bible study, 11 a.m. worship, 6 p.m. worship, wWednesday Bible study at 7:30 p.m. The church will be having a family lectureship on Feb. 11-12. The speakers will be David Dalton and Chris Harper. The church is located at 10726 Hwy. 59 W. The phone number is

476-8482. Norman Crittenden is the pastor at New Salem Methodist Church. Randolph Assembly of God Church, 1135 Randolph Road, Burlison; Pastor: Larry Rose; home/ office: 901-476-8244; cell: 901-8340897; mobile: 901-569-9411; fax: 901-476-2771. Sunday school 10 a.m., Sunday worship 10:45 a.m., children’s church 11:30 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m., Wednesday night 7 p.m. In celebration of our 50th anniversary, Pastor Rose would like for you to please bring in pictures or other items you may have that pertains to church history. That is all for this week.

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Judah Paul Phillip Butler visited Troy and Connie Blyue and family recently. Rhonda McPherson has a birthday Jan. 29 after going to church her and Pearl Walker came to Gilt Edge Café and Pearl treated the birthday girl to lunch. Later, they visit in the home of Connie and Troy Blyue. The buttercups in our neck of the woods were blooming in January. I want to say hello to Waylon Cooper. He is 6-years-old and in the first grade at Drummonds Elementary School. He is my friend. On the prayer list: Charles Womack, Kathryn Glass, Pearl Walker, Tammie Rhea, Brenda Pittman, Ray Suggs, Clara McMillian, Mr. Joe Bridges, joan McClung, Mike Bowning, Kim Hodge, Jerry Dye,

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Dunlap Retirement Center Kathy Keiter 476-7014 Hello everybody, hope you’re all having a great week and still enjoying this nice weather. I have a feeling though, that is going to be short lived. Winter has got to start sometime, right? Hey, I’m fine with it, like I said last week, as long as it’s nice on April 21st is all that matters to me! We’d like to say a big happy birthday to two residents this month; Mr. Billy Worrell’s birthday was on the Feb. 1 and Ms. Sadie Norton’s was Feb. 2. Then I had one of my staff, Sadie Dunn was on the 4th, and Ruth Bartlett’s birthday is on the 23rd. Happy birthday to all four of you. I sure forgot to put it in last week, I’m so sorry. I blew that one for sure! I cannot believe that my boy, Jackson Chase Hanks, will be 7 years old tomorrow! Happy birthday Jacks! Jackson (my grandson) is one of two Dunlap babies. Calvontae Hart, (son of one of my staff, Teya Hart) is the other one and his birthday is next month and he turns 4 years old. How these children grow. I mean it begins feeling weird when you’re only 21 or 22 years old and the little kids call you “Miss” whatever, come on, all of you know what I’m talking about! I love the southern heritage myself, “Miss Sue” or “Mr. John”, that’s what it’s all about! Anyway, we’re done with birthdays, now we need to concentrate on prayer. Please be praying for Ms. Catharin Beanblossom. She has not been feeling well since Saturday. She is real dizzy as the doctors diagnosed her with Vertigo.

NOT FUN! She seems to be doing a little better tonight, I just got the report she ate a good supper and drank quite a bit of water tonight. Thank you Lord! We love our Ms. Beanie! She calls me a “brat” and is always telling me to “behave.” I love her so much and so does everyone else out here, all staff and residents just love her too. We are so fortunate to have our (fairly new) maintenance man; he is getting this place all purdied-up with new coats of paint everywhere it needs it, and it needed it, and his expertise of wood making is sure giving Dunlap a facelift. Thank you Jeff, things are sure looking great. I would love to invite anyone that would like to help us especially on sprucing up Hunter Hall. As I told you last week, we are closing it this month to do some renovations on it to make it a little more presentable. So if you find some extra time on your hands, please come out and offer your services, whatever they may be. Until next week, if you hear of anyone that needs a wonderful place to live, please give them my name and phone number, it’s 476-7014, I would love to meet with them and discuss the possibility of making this their new home. I also have a two bedroom independent living apartment that has just come open. They are for 55 years and up as long as you can take care of yourselves. God bless you all.

The CHS HOSA chapter had great success at regional competitions at Union University recently with every member placing in the top five in their category. All of these students advance to state competitions in Nashville April 16-18.

Burlison John W. Werner l 569-1090 l burlisonnews@gmail.com Congratulations go out this week to Jack and Barbara Swords as they celebrated their 49th Anniversary. Birthday wishes go out to Brodie Billings on the 10th, Jamie Howard on the 11th, and Levi Werner on the 15th. Happy Birthday to all! Many prayer requests were received. Please pray for Charles Timberlake at the loss of his brother; pray for Laverne Creasy, Catherine Moore, Patty Seiver, Marie Sharp, Verna Lou Timbs, Ruthanne Harber, Charlie Moss, J.W. Sullivan, Elaine Anderson, Lea Bell, Roy Clay Turner and Family, David Zimmerman, Bonnie Nute, and Bobbie Waits. Some community news came from Linda Appleton regarding an upcoming Singing at Elm Grove United Methodist Church here in Burlison. The “Finchers” will be singing on this coming Sunday evening, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m., and everyone is invited to come enjoy wonderful time. There is also news from the “An-

gels of Hope” group regarding a benefit fundraiser for the family of Charlie Barry who lost his battle with cancer Dec. 21, 2011. The benefit fundraiser will help raise money for his funeral expenses. The Angels of Hope, David Rice, Dennis Peeler and The Refuge will be hosting the benefit a week from this Saturday on Feb. 18. The event will take place at The Refuge located at 749A Highway 51 N. in Covington. Hotdogs and hamburgers, chips, drinks and desserts will be on sale beginning at noon until 6 p.m. Then at 6 p.m. singing will begin with Christa Rice, Lawrence Jerry, Michael Pruitt, Bobby Clary Group and others. For more information, you can call Betty at 476-8776, Dennis Peeler at 476-4909, or David Rice at 451-0610. Please come and join in to help this family. Remember, you can send your news, birthdays, anniversaries, and prayer requests to BurlisonNews@gmail.com or call (901) 569-1090. Have a great week!

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Libby Click Hi everyone. A nice break in the clouds on Monday was such a blessing. My grandson Chase Kidd is doing fine now and has already played three more games. Our granddaughters Hanna and Ellen Quinn both had games on Saturday in which we attended. We are really going to miss all these basketball games when the season is over. But the baseball season picks up very soon. The Super Bowl party went our way. We stayed after church and enjoyed watching all the youth get so excited. The church furnished our supper as well. Last Saturday afternoon, we attended Mrs. Mary Sue James Blalack “100” year old birthday party. It was presented in such great style. She looks tremendous. I cannot imagine living that long. It was so nice to see so many friends. Before continuing my notes, I just received a phone call concerning our dear and loved friends, Mrs. Virginia Baxter who was 97 years old. She passed away Sunday night. Please remember her daughter Miss Laverne Baxter as she faces this loss. She was her mother’s best friend as well. She was also blessed with a wonderful caretaker for 17 years, Mrs. Ellen McKee. She considered Miss Virginia her second mom. We will all miss her so very much. Please keep this family and friends in your prayers. Salem Presbyterian Church Worship is at 11 a.m.

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They have already been introduced several informative topics including the virtues of composting by Bob Miller, who is a well-established Tipton County Master Gardener. Carol Reese, Extension Area Specialist in Ornamental Horticulture, provided expert information about the intrinsic worth of natural landscaping for the new interns. You can look forward to meeting some of these students in the future when you are looking for local gardening information The University of Tennessee Master Gardener Program is open to everyone. If you’re interested in becoming a Tennessee Master Gardener you can visit your county Extension office at 111 W. Washington Ave., Covington, TN 38019-0523 or call (901) 476-0231 , and sign up to attend the next training session. It’s just that easy!

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Title clincher Lady Cougars win first district championship since 2006 By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com The Lady Cougars achieved one of their preseason goals Friday night at Brighton. With a 60-42 win over the Lady Cardinals, Munford clinched the regular season District 13-AAA title and the No. 1 seed in the district tournament, which begins Feb. 17 at Jackson North Side High School. “One of our goals was to be the No. 1 seed in the tournament,” said Munford coach Steve Poindexter, whose team is 15-9 overall and 6-1 in the league. This is Munford's first regular season league title since 2006. The last title before that was 1985. “But it doesn't mean anything unless you win the tournament," Poindexter said. "That's what we talked about in the locker room.” Munford finishes up the regular season with a district game at Hardin County on Friday. Munford has a one-game lead over second-place North Side and has beaten them twice, so the result of the game will not affect the final standings. “It feels good,” said Munford guard Shaliyah Wiggins, who finished with 15 points, said about winning the district. “I'm not surprised because we worked hard … This is nothing, though, compared to winning the district tournament.” Brighton (2-20, 0-7) got five early points from Lindey Lane to grab a 7-6 lead midway through the first quarter. But Munford followed with a 14-3 run to SEE MHS, PAGE B2

Munford's Lauren Zvolanek (4) and Robneisha Lee get their hands in the face of Brighton center Lindey Lane during action Friday night in Brighton. Lee led all scorers with 21 points and Munford clinched the regular season district title with a 60-42 win. Photo by Jeff Ireland

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Brighton's Eddie Middlebroks tries to get around Munford's Josh Harris during action Friday night in Brighton. The Cardinals used a big third-quarter run to defeat the Cougars 70-43. Photo by Jeff Ireland

Cardinals surge past Munford, secure second Third-quarter 18-3 run leads Brighton to win By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com With 5:40 left in the third quarter, Munford senior center Josh Harris converted a 3-point play to trim Brighton's lead to 36-26. Moments later, Munford had a couple of chances to trim the deficit to single digits, but couldn't. It was all Brighton after that. Cardinal senior Ricky Foster threw down a monstrous dunk with 1:15 left in third to cap off an 18-3 Brighton run and the Cardinals cruised from there to a 70-43 District 13-AAA win Friday night at home. “We just applied a little more pressure,” said Brighton coach Darryle Rogers, whose team improved to 14-9 overall and 6-1 in district play. “It's a big rivalry game and we were able to come out on top tonight.” With the win, Brighton wrapped up at least a No. 2 seed in the district tournament, which begins Feb. 18 at Jackson North Side High School. Brighton finishes up the district schedule at first-place Dyer County on Friday night. A win there would put the Cardinals in a first-place tie with the Choctaws. Tiebreaking procedures would be implemented to determine the top seed. The Cardinals did a lot of damage

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from the beyond the arc, making 10 3-pointers on the night. Senior Tony Brooks, who finished with nine points, hit one for Brighton's first points of the game and added another during the decisive third-quarter run. He also hit one from long range midway through the first quarter to give his team a 12-4 lead. “It's a big win for us,” Brooks said. “We really prepared for this. We're feeling good right now, but we're going to give it our all from now on.” Foster led Brighton with 16 points, including eight straight during the Cardinals' third-quarter surge. Harris led Munford (10-13, 1-6) with 14 points. Jonathan Starks, who returned to action last week after missing more than a month with an injury, added nine points, seven of which came in the first quarter. “We're just trying to improve every game,” Rogers said. “We had a good week of practice, and that's where it all starts.” Munford wraps up the regular season Friday at Hardin County. A win there would give the Cougars a four seed in the district tournament and the right to host a play-in game against Hardin County on Feb. 16. In other action: SEE BHS, PAGE B2

Covington approached last Tuesday’s pivotal District 13-AA game with the Ripley Tigers with something to prove in the aftermath of their collapse at Westview the previous Friday. The Chargers (20-6 overall, 14-2 disrict) put down the Tigers (18-7, 11-4) 5444 to maintain their one-game lead on Westview and open a two-game lead on RHS in the District 13AA race with three games remaining on the schedule for all teams. Both teams were tight in the opening quarter, unable to hit from the floor. The Tigers held a 9-7 advantage after one period only to see CHS come to life in the second quarter to outscore the Tigers 16-8 to take a 7-point lead to the locker room. The Chargers’ Devione Drain accounted for nine of his game-high 19 points in the period, pushing CHS to a lead that they would not give up. The Covington lead would grow to 12 points in the third as the Chargers ruled the boards, negating the Tigers' attempts to attack the basket. The Chargers Adrian Frost and the Chargers defeated Ripley to remain pushed the lead to 16 in the in first place in District 13-AA . Photo by Jeff Ireland fourth period before two late 3-pointers from the Tigers’ top scorer Setric Williams (15 points on the night) cut the final margin to 10. Turnovers were essentially even with 15 for CHS and 18 for the Tigers. Covington struggled at the line again making only 12 of 24 attempts. Ripley was SEE CHS, PAGE B2 worse at 33 percent.

CHS girls grab four seed By STEVE HOLT sports@covingtonleader.com The Covington Lady Chargers made relatively short work of Ripley last Tuesday, 57-26, to hold on to the fourth-place seed in the upcoming District 13-AA tournament. Twenty-three Lady Tiger turnovers were their downfall as Covington (17-9 overall, 11-5 district) took a 12-7 lead in the first quarter and ran away and hid. They led by 15 at the half and as many as 32 in the third quarter before hitting the mercy rule level of 35 in the fourth when CHS cleared its bench. Covington held Ripley to single-digit scoring in every quarter. Iesha Carruthers had a big night in the post, leading all scorers with 17 points. Her post mate, Demiah Eaton, added 12 for CHS. Kiniesha Maclin was the offense for the Lady Tigers (7-15, 4-11) with 15 points, most on slashing drives to the cup. They did not match their mid-January 51-point win over Milan, but the

Lady Chargers (17-9,11-5) did shove the Lady Bulldogs (4-18,2-14) to the curb with a 62-26 win on Friday night. Milan took a 2-0 lead only to see CHS take the lead on a 15-0 run. It would only get worse as the Lady Chargers forced 20 first half turnovers on their way to a 26-point halftime bulge. Carruthers gave the Lady Bulldogs more than they could handle on the inside, taking scoring honors with 15 points, mostly from point-blank range. Precious Dyson added nine points on back-to-back-to-back 3-pointers in the first quarter to blow the game open. In all, eleven Lady Chargers got in on the scoring action. In a turnaround from previous games, CHS shot a blistering 80 percent from the line, making 12 of 15 attempts. With the win, Covington moved into a three-way tie for 3rd place in the district. A win against Crockett SEE GIRLS, PAGE B12

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Continued from B1 grab a 10-point lead that never went below seven points the rest of the game. â€œIt was an ugly game,â€? Poindexter said. â€œWeâ€™ve been off for a week. I hate that this time of year â€Ś It seemed like they outhustled us for the most part in the first half.â€? A pair of Wiggins 3-pointers early in the third quarter sparked another Munford run that pushed the lead to 43-25 late in the third. Munford forward Robneisha Lee had another strong game with 21 points. Lane led Brighton with 12. Cassie Sheppard and Raven Campbell each scored seven for the Lady Cardinals. The two teams could meet again

in the district tournament semifinals on Feb. 17. Brighton will play Dyer County in a play-in game Feb. 14, with the winner facing Munford with a tournament title game berth on the line. â€œIt seems like weâ€™re this close from being able to compete,â€? Brighton coach Ronnie Lanier said. â€œThree or four mistakes a half add up to 12 or 15 points a game â€Ś Weâ€™re getting better, but at times itâ€™s getting hard for the girls. But they havenâ€™t let up and they havenâ€™t given up.â€? Several Brighton fans and parents and fans wore t-shirts during the game with â€œJDRFâ€? printed on them. The shirts were sold to raise

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Continued from B1 The Milan Bulldogs were no match for Covingtonâ€™s swarming manto-man defense on Friday night. The Chargers forced 28 Bulldog turnovers en route to a 70-39 blowout win. The wins makes Tuesdayâ€™s game against Crockett County crucial. A CHS victory secures the No. 1 seed in the district tournament for the Chargers. The Chargers ran out to a 15-4 first-period advantage. Twenty firsthalf turnovers put the Bulldogs in a hole that they could not climb out of as the CHS surged to a 35-16 halftime lead. Covington honored all of its seniors with between-game Senior Night ceremonies. Senior Shelton Lyons was inspired by the accolades, turning in his best performance of the season with a team- and game- high 17 points and a bucketful of rebounds. Senior mate Jawan Alston added 13 points, with 11 coming in the first half.

money for the Juvenile Diabetes Reserve Fund. Brighton junior McCallie Ruffin has juvenile diabetes. â€œBecause of McCallie, itâ€™s something thatâ€™s close to our heart,â€? Lanier said. Lanier said approximately $400 was raised. Brighton also raised approximately $250 for cancer research last Saturday during a 47-34 loss to Bolton. In other action: Munford fell at home Monday night to Memphis Home Education Association, 42-40. Lee led Munford with 23 points and Kierra Richardson added nine. Munford trailed by 10 points through three quarters before rallying late.

Continued from B1 Eleven of thirteen Chargers players who saw action got in the scoring column. Justin Creasy paced the Bulldogs with 8 points. Covington closes the regular season tomorrow night at Obion County. The District 13-AA tournament begins with playin games on Feb. 13.

Munford defeated Memphis Home School Education Association on Monday, 57-42. Munford, which was led by 17 points from Harris, led 13-3 after one quarter. Antone Smith added 12 points, Cedric Williams had eight and Terryell Mills and Kendell Walker each added seven.

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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

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Everyone is looking for Jesus By PASTOR THOMAS E. CHRYST Associate pastor, Grace Lutheran Church, Racine, Wisc.

Mark 1:29-39 “Everyone is looking for you, Jesus”. So Peter said when they found him alone, praying. And how true it was. Jesus had made quite a name for himself in a short period of time. His healing touch, and his authority to cast out demons had caused quite a stir. Everyone seemed to want something from Jesus. Everyone was looking for him. It's much the same today. Everyone is looking for Jesus. At least, everyone is looking for something, and if Jesus will give it to them, then they want Jesus. Do you want to find a job? Ask Jesus. Do you want your husband to appreciate you more? Ask Jesus. Do you want your aches and pains to go away? Ask Jesus. Do you want to get over the death of your loved one? Ask Jesus. In Capernaum, if you had a demon, or you were sick, then you were looking for Jesus. But that's not why he came. Sure, he had compassion on so many. Sure, his heart went out to those who suffered. But his purpose was different. He wasn't there to give them what they wanted, as much as to provide for them what they needed. When Peter and the others find Jesus off alone, praying, he says, “Let's go to the next towns so that I may preach there also, for that is why I came”. Yes. It's the preaching. That's

the reason. He went to the synagogue in Capernaum and preached. He would go to the mount and the plain and the villages and towns and preach. Even in the very temple in Jerusalem, he would preach. That's why he came. To give them what they really needed – the word. It's still the Epiphany season, and we're still answering that big question, “Who is this Jesus who was born as our Savior?” What kind of savior is he? What is he all about? What did he come to do and why? Today it's quite clear: he came to preach. But what? We must listen closely to his words. We must take note of just what he says, even more so than what he does (although the two go hand in hand). And as we listen to Jesus we will hear the message ring out – that he came to seek and save the lost. That he came to give freely the blessings of his Father. Forgiveness of sins, new and eternal life. To make us his friends, not slaves. To call us to follow him. To defeat the strongman, our enemy the devil. To make us disciples by his baptism and teaching. To feed us in his meal, with his body, his blood. To be handed over to the Jews and Romans, to suffer for us, to die for us, and on the third day to rise from the dead, for us. This is what he preached. This is why he came. To proclaim himself, our savior, and to back up his talk with a perfect walk. Nowadays people are still looking for Jesus to do all sorts of things for them, but not always

what he means to do for them. We think small. We want this or that, not the grand gifts he offers. We want actions, not words. We want to see it now, not have to hold on to promises. We want the glitz and success and fireworks of glory, not the suffering and dying and shame and defeat of Calvary. Our old nature, anyway, chases after a Jesus that really isn't Jesus. A Jesus of our own imagination, made in our own image. A Jesus at our beck and call for all of life's little problems, to make the boo-boos better. But much better is the real Jesus. The Jesus who calls us and recreates us into his own image, and gives us new life forever. The Jesus who gives us his word – and what a word it is! That word, that eternal word, which is our rock in the storm, our comfort in sorrow, our fortress in the raging battle. I think of Luther's hymn, “A Mighty Fortress” and the line, “And take they our life, goods, fame, child and wife – let these all be gone, they yet have nothing won, the kingdom ours remaineth. Yes, we have it all because we have Jesus and his word. Last week, we included in our prayers a Pastor Jeff Geske, a classmate of mine, who was with his family in a terrible car accident. His wife and two of his three children were killed. A terrible tragedy on so many levels, for him personally, for his son, for his congregation, where he had only begun serving about a month ago. Well on Tuesday, Pastor Geske posted

these words of encouragement, and I share them with you now: “Thank you! I would like to thank everyone for the words and love shown to me during this most difficult time at the death of Laura and Joshua and Joy. I rejoice knowing that they are now in heaven with our Savior Jesus. I miss them so much, but I know that one great and glorious day, they will along with Jesus welcome me home to heaven. May this difficult time for me remind you and encourage you to continue to express your love to your family. They are so precious and truly a gift from God on loan to us. May God comfort you as He is comforting me. Never forget how much God loves you! John 3:16-17 Take comfort in the five most important words you can ever know which are, "Jesus died for my sins! Jesus loves you and so I ask and encourage you to love others and share His love, forgiveness, and salvation with them. Heaven is our home!” What a powerful word Jesus preached, that it brings comfort even to this family tragedy. A Savior who came not just to wow us with miracles, or to make our lives free of trouble, but to proclaim an eternal word of forgiveness and salvation. That's the Jesus we know. That's the Jesus we look to, and listen to. That's Pastor Geske's Jesus, and yours, and mine. In His Name, Amen.

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Church Bulletins 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. February 11 The men of Central Christian Church, 400 S. Maple St., Covington, will host the adult’s Valentine Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. The meal will be catered. Reservations are required. Crossroads Church of the Nazarene and Dyersburg First Church of the Nazarene are sponsoring a People's Choice Taste Off Saturday Feb. 11 at 6-8. The public will taste and choose their favorites in three categories: chili, soup and dessert. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Crossroads Church of the Nazarene is located on the corner of Beaver Road and Holly Grove. Benefiting cataract surgery for Mrs. Debbie Austill. For more information please

contact Pastor Tony Elam 562-5270. February 12 Pastor A. Timothy Leverette and Collins Chapel C.M.E. Church, West Ripley Avenue and North College Street, Covington, invite all to observe National Black History Month with them on Sunday, Feb. 12 at 4 p.m. The speaker will be Rev. Keith Norman, pastor of First Baptist Broad in Memphis. Music will be provided by various male choruses and choirs from Memphis, Covington and Tipton County. Hattye Yarbrough and Dorothy Kent are chairpersons. February 17 The youth of Central Christian Church, 400 S. Maple St., Covington, will be treated to dinner and a movie at the church on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. This will be dress-up time for them.

ing 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. Ever wondered about the Bible's mysteries? Every first and third Sunday, St. Matthew's Episcopal Church discusses them through the American Bible Society's Inside the Mysteries of the Bible: New Perspectives on Ancient Truths series. Class begins at 9:15 a.m. each Sunday (free coffee, movie and discussion included). Youth Sunday School and worship services begin at 10:30 a.m. You are invited to attend. 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 7 p.m. at 520 Simonton St., in Covington. All ages are welcome, and the public is invited. For more details, please email co-pastor, Minister Shelia Bryant at MinisterSBryant@yahoo.com or call the church at 486-4446. Brighton ARP Church will be hosting a grief support group at 7 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month. The Church is located at 81 Church St. Brighton. 476-7233 for more information. St. Matthew's Episcopal Church will have mid-week services each Wednesday at 12:10 p.m. All are welcome to attend liturgical services and receive communion. Visit us at 303 S. Munford Street, Covington. For more information, see www.stmatthewsepis.org.

Dunlap Retirement Center ON-GOING Central Christian Church Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morn-

24 hour staff

“Independent living with a helping hand”

1495 Dunlap Orphanage Rd., Brighton Office: (901) 476-7014 Kathy Keiter www.dunlapretirecenter.org Director

RENE’S HOME CARE

Personal, in-home care for seniors Daily and weekly services • Short or long-term care

866-225-7214

www.reneshomecare.com

Covington Memorial Gardens, Inc. "To Better serve Humanity"

Landon B. Yarbrough - President 1701 Hwy. S. Covington Obituary Line: 476-9753 • Fax line: 476-1349 476-9778

68 Doctors Drive Munford 837-0188

3080 Hwy. 51 S. Covington TN 38019

476-8500

Atoka Fitness Center

Memberships as low as $15 a month! 101 Wesley Reed • Atoka, TN 38004

(901) 840-4900

TUESDAY NIGHT SPECIAL Reg. Hamburger #1 & #2 1/2 pprice 5p.m. - 11 p.m.

Open Sun - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Fri - Sat. 9 a.m. midnight 710 Hwy.51 N. Covington 476-1307

FRED'S

Covington SUPER DOLLAR STORE Munford 837-2000 476-3364

RL COULSTON & SONS Building Supplies / Contractor Covington, TN

476-9718

This Devotional & Directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services

Keep you loved one home instead of a nursing home

0 89 1 ce Maley - Yarbrough Funeral Home Inc. Sin

312 South Main St. Covington 476-8614

Check Advance • Jewelry • Title Loans

Pawn Shop 14382 Hwy. 51 S.

Atoka, TN 38004 (901)837- Cash (2274) • (Across from 51 furn)

DAN PICKARD OWNER MICAH FULCHER MANAGER

Homer Skelton

9030 Hwy 51 N. • Millington

(901) 873-FORD (3673) www.millintonford.com

Hometown Medical Services, LLC

Make Your Pet’s Grooming Experience a Pleasant One

111 Munford St. South • Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9996 • 901-476-9986 Fax Alan Hopkins, Msn, Rn, Cs, Acnp

PET SALON

(901) 476-3386

Linda B. Mills

Cell (901) 489-5559

Deadline for all classified ads is Tuesday at 10 a.m.

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EMPLOYMENT Experienced heavy equipment maintenance mechanic. Clean driving record, random drug test, references checked. 901-388-9805

DRIVERS

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $ $ $ $ $ $ For Junk Cars $ $ $ Free Pick Up, Call Sam $ $ $ $ 901-351-8025 $ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

LOTS & ACREAGE

CASH

MH lot, 1 acre. 1701 Akins Store, Munford. $250mn Country setting/ Garden spot. 303-957-8194

No experience? No problem! 14-Day local training in Jackson, TN Great pay * Benefits Job security Student tuition loans available Placement assistance.

Call 1-800-423-8820 www.drive-train.org for training opportunity with DRIVE-TRAIN 119 E. L. Morgan Drive, Jackson, TN 38305

Drivers

Pays top dollar for your gold & silver coins 476-5206

CDL-A DRIVERS: Assigned Trucks, Weekly Settlements, Insurance, Paid Vacation & Orientation, Passenger Policies Available. 573-471-9732 www.sjpti.com Drivers: OD/Flatbed. Class A. 2 yrs Exp. Req. OD: Hourly pay/Flatbed: Driver Wages Recently Increased! $.40-.50cpm. Trinity Logistics GroupEEO/AA 800-533-7862 Drivers: Opies Transport hiring OTR Drivers w/1yr OTR Exp, No HazMat/NYC. Drivers paid Practical Miles 800-341-9963 www.opiestransport. com Exp’d reefer drivers & independent contractors needed. Immediate openings with financially stable company. Like new equipment & strong freight network! Call today 877-491-1112 or www.primeinc.com Drivers: Professionals willing to Team. $4500-5500/mo avg. Great Benefits, Hometime! HAZ Freight & Explosives. CDL-A. 800-835-9471

MEDICAL/HEALTHCARE

115

LPN-MA needed for part time. PRN Experience preferred. Send resume to P.O. Box 681 Covington, TN. 38019 or Bring resume to North Doctors Building, Suite 201 adjacent to BMH Tipton.

MISC. HELP WANTED

116

Help Wanted: Ross Mfg. Co., 9415 Hwy 54 West, Brownsville, TN. has positions open for mig welders. Apply at Ross Mfg. Co. Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

PROFESSIONAL

117

Bank Positions, Branch Manager, Assist. Manager, Senior Lender, Credit Analyst, New Account Rep, Teller. resume@claytonbank.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY, Growing Finance Tax Company seeks highly dependable, motivated individual for Assistant Management position. Part time, in Tipton County. Previous Experience in Collections/ finance required. Send resume to: “Tax” 2001 Hwy 51 N. Covington, Tn. 38019

DOGS, CATS & SUPPLIES 201 Free to good home, Chow/Lab mix, spayed. 2 Adult Dachshunds, 1 female spayed and shots and 1 male has shots. 901-476-1449 or 901-3435558.

CLOTHING/APPAREL

306

FORMAL GOWNS. 1 short (red w/rhinestones), 2 floor length, 1strapless black sparkle, 1 peach sparkle. Sizes 4, 6 & 10. $60 each. Call 901-832-0226.

HOUSEHOLD GOODS

316

MATCHING WALNUT SOLID WOOD, (5 DRAWER) CHEST OF DRAWERS AND TWO NIGHT STANDS (WITH TWO DRAWERS) $175 FOR SET. 901-299-6918

WANTED TO BUY

328

Local Business would like to purchase a used time clock to document employee time. Call 9014 7 6 - 7 1 1 6 .

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Commercial Bldg in Brighton on 1 acre. Approx. 2000 sqft building set up for cabinet shop/hobby shop/etc. Has office, eating area, 2 bathrooms and large open area for business. $650/mo. Chuck: (901) 485-8655

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PROFESSIONAL

Call: 88-472-6440 Or Apply Online At: www.Work4QC.com

Guitar Lessons in Tipton County

HOMES FOR RENT

902

02br, 1ba, Duplex. Newly remodeled. 231-B Haynie, Covington. $480mn, $480dep. 901-476-6960 or 901-2121425.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT 901

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, remodeled older house, Munford schools, $600 dep., $600 month, 901- 490-8203.

Large 1 bedroom apartment in Munford. Water/sewer and garbage paid. Low utilities. $450/Mo. Chuck: (901) 485-8655

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, remodeled older house, Munford schools, $600 dep., $600 month, 901-490-8203.

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 9012 0 1 - 0 9 5 6 .

All levels of instruction available. Call Marty 901-412-0484

2br, 1ba, $450 plus Dep. 901-4762875. 2br, 1ba, Brick house in country near Covington. No pets. $650/mn. 9014 7 6 - 5 5 4 7 .

Jack Hall Pecans

BUILD YOUR CAREER Professional Field Representative wanted for Covington, TN area, no experience required. Excellent training program, sales track, income potential and benefits for those who qualify. Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society, Omaha, Nebraska. Resume to: Woodmen Of the World, 545 Cavalier Dr., Alamo, TN 38001. Office: 731-696-2272, leave message. CCA-West Tennessee Detention Facility Now Seeking: Maintenance Worker

#1 Quality New Crop Crack • Shell • Buy • Sell

Must be 21 yrs of age and able to pass a background check, drug screen, credit check, high school diploma or GED equivalent and have a valid driver’s license.

We can help you harvest your pecan crop. We pay up to $1.10 on # 1 grade pecans

Technical education, experience and/or training in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems preferred. Knowledge of building construction and the operation of building systems preferred. Please apply online at www.ccajob.com

1437 Hwy 51 N., Covington, TN

901-581-9875 901-476-9868 Do you need a weekend Babysitter. 13yr old in Brighton School District, would like to babysit your child. She can babysit on Friday night, Saturday, Saturday Night, and on Sunday till 5pm. 1 child 15.00/day, 2 children 25.00/day and 3 children 30.00/day. For more information please call 9014930197 or 9019379731.

CCA is an equal opportunity employer F/M/D/V CCA is a drug-free work place

COTTONWOOD ESTATES 1981 Cottonwood Place ~ Covington, TN

Call 901-475-1410

MR. MOBILE, I COME TO YOU!! Oil changes, Brakes, Minor tune-ups, and More. “Fleets and Semi’s included” Call 901-201-9287.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REP/INSURANCE AGENT

REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR SALE

House For Rent, Brighton Village/Brighton Schools, 3BR/2BA, Fireplace, Whirlpool Tub, Hardwood Floors,Ceramic, 2 Car Garage. $500 Deposit/$1000 Month Rent. 901-4767 7 6 1

Popular Coffee Shop on Covington Downtown Square. Unlimited potential. Turnkey. Approx 1500 sq ft building. Commercial kitchen equipment, espresso and all fixtures $95,000. Possible owner finance 598-0533

Looking for women to carpool with. Tipton County to South Memphis area. 901-581-8236.

Immediate Openings at Our Memphis, TN Terminal • Company Drivers and Owner Operators Needed • $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Owner Operators • Regional & System Lanes • Great Home Time, Weekly • Top Earnings & Benefits • Tank & Hazmat Endorsements Required

3br, 2ba, Section 8 welcome. 325 Eaton St. Covington. 901-237-5743.

COMM./INDUST. PROPERTY FOR RENT 802

107

DRIVING FOR A CAREER?

3 br 2 ba brick home in Brighton. No pets. $500 deposit $900 per month. (901)301-3578.

705

Local company in Ripley has an immediate opening for a full-time Customer Service Representative/Insurance Agent. Applicant must be dependable, a self-starter, have computer experience and able to complete task in a timely manner. Only qualified applicants should submit resume with references to:

704

3BR 2BA 1010 Crestview, all appliances, hardwood/carpet fenced in backyard $84,000(901)301-3578 or 476-7750

CSR P.O. Box 525 Ripley, TN 38063 Salary commensurate with experience.

A B S O L U T E Thursday, February 23rd 12:00 Noon & 1:00 PM

AUCTION

2370 BEAVER ROAD MUNFORD, TN

- 12:00 NOON Handyman / Investor Special

3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home with carport. Needs cleaning, paint, carpet and roof repair. DIRECTIONS: From Munford, take Beaver Road North to sale on the right.

375 RAY LANE COVINGTON, TN

- 1:00 PM Handyman / Investor Special 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Needs cleaning, paint, carpet and roof. DIRECTIONS: From Covington, take Hwy. 54 East towards Brownsville, left on Ray Lane.

AUCTIONEER: STAN VAUGHT TERMS: $5,000 down day of sale, balance due in 30 days. $2,500 Buyer's Premium to be added to bid to determine final sale price. TAXES: Paid by buyer POSSESSION: With Deed ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PREVIOUS ADVERTISING

615.896.4600

or toll free 1.877.465.4600 www.bobparksauction.com

Where Location and Affordability make the difference Picnic Area • Barbeque Grills • Playground • School Bus Route

Call today to schedule an appointment to see your new home! Cottonwood Estates 1981 Cotton Place (Muller Brass Road) Covington, TN (901) 475-1410 Office hours M-F 8-5

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2012 ▪ B7 www.covingtonleader.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE WHEREAS default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated the 11th day of September, 2003, executed by Jimmie L. McClerkin and Theta McClerkin, conveying certain real property therein described to William G. Simpson, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, recorded March 17, 2001, at Book 1094, Page 882. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Sara C. Brasfield, having been appointed Substitute Trustee, by the virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on February 21, 2012 at 10:05 a.m. at the North Door of the Courthouse in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, where the foreclosure sales are customarily held at the Tipton County Courthouse, 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 stake, the northeast corner of the Elcan tract in the west right of way of the Covington and Charleston gravel road; thence with the Elcan’s south line south 40 1/2 west 208.7 feet to a stake; thence south 48 1/2 east 104.35 feet to a stake; thence north 40 1/2 east 208.7 feet to a stake in the west line of the above road; thence with the same north 48 1/2 west 104.35 feet to the beginning, containing 0.50 acres. HOWEVER THERE IS EXCEPTED FROM THE ABOVE DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND THE FOLLOWING: Beginning at a point in the present South right of way line of the Covington to Stanton Road, said point being the Northwest corner of the Louise Sanders Pope 13.1 acre tract and the Northeast corner of the subject tract, thence Northwestwardly along the present South right of way line around a curve to the left having a radius of 11,429.16 feet a distance of 104.26 feet to a point in the Northwest corner of the subject tract and the Northeast corner of the J.T. Craig 30.3 acre tract thence south 44° 30’ West along the West line of the subject tract a distance of 20.01 feet to a point in the proposed right of way line, thence South 47° 08’ East along the proposed right of way line a distance of 104.38 feet to a point in the East line of the subject tract , thence North 43° 55’ East along the East line a distance of 18.12 feet to the point of beginning as shown on the Right of Way Plan Sheet No. 27 of the subject property, prepared by the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, Jackson, Tennessee, 1975. Containing 0.046 acre. (Conveyed to Tipton County 400/328.) PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address is believed to be 443 Highway 179, 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): Jimmie L. McClerkin and Theta McClerkin OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: Southwest TN EMC The sale of the abovedescribed 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 Substi-

tute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This the 23rd day of January, 2012. SARA C. BRASFIELD, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P. O. Box 765 Covington, TN. 38019 (901) 476-3973

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE WHEREAS default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated the 13th day of October, 2007, executed by Charles R. Martin and Judy S. Martin, conveying certain real property therein described to William G. Simpson, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, recorded October 15, 2007, at Book 1367, Page 512. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Sara C. Brasfield, having been appointed Substitute Trustee, by the virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on February 21, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at the North Door of the Courthouse in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee, where the foreclosure sales are customarily held at the Tipton County Courthouse, 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: Lying and being in the County of Tipton, State of Tennessee, and thus described: Lot Number 10 located and bounded as indicated and shown on the map or plat of the HYDE MILLS INC. SUBDIVISION of record in the Office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 196, pages 789, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description. PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address is believed to be 430 Hyde Park Circle, Covington, Tennessee 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): Charles R. Martin and Judy S. Martin OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE The sale of the abovedescribed 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. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This the 23rd day of January, 2012. SARA C. BRASFIELD, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P. O. Box 765 Covington, TN. 38019 (901) 476-3973

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE

IN THE MANER OF: Barbara Gaines NO. P2750 DECEASED Order of Publication In this case it appearing that the Estate of Barbara Gaines is insolvent and that Walter Lee Gaines, Jr. is absent and can not be found so as to give notice that said estate is insolvent and due to such insolvency it is necessary that the real property which passed under the will be sold to pay creditors. Notice is hereby given that Walter Lee Gaines, Jr.; is hereby required to appear and object is so desired within thirty (30) days after the date of the last publication of this notice; otherwise the sale of 1090 Highway 179, Covington, TN 38019 and 520 College Street, Covington, TN 38019 shall be ordered by this Court and the proceeds expended to pay the claims against the estate, the costs of the estate, and any remaining funds to the devisees of said estate. It is further ORDERED that this Notice shall be published in the Covington Leader, a newspaper of general publication in Tipton County, Tennessee once weekly for four (4) consecutive weeks requiring the said Walter Lee Gaines, Jr.; to appear and object to such sale if desired. Martha Brasfield Chancellor 26jan4wp David E. Owen PO Box 1016 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6066 Judy Billings, Clerk and Master

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 September 29, 2006, executed by DOROTHY TAYLOR, A SINGLE PERSON, conveying certain real property therein described to WALKER TIPTON as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on October 2, 2006, as Instrument No. 94204, in Book 1302, at Page 145; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR-BY-MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICNG, LP 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 February 24, 2012, 11:00 AM at the Tipton County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: BEING LOT #11 OF TATLOCK LAKE ROAD SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN BY PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 174, OF THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. PROPERTY SUBJECT TO SUBDIVISION RESTRICTIONS, BUILDING LINES AND EASEMENTS OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 174, IN REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. PARCEL ID: 040E B 00700 000 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 146 TATLOCK CIRCLE, 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): DOROTHY TAYLOR OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: American General Financial Services 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) 3423522 TS#: 11-0129552 FEI # 1006.151989 02/02/2012, 02/09/2012, 02/16/2012

FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made by failure to comply with the terms and conditions of a certain Deed of Trust dated June 4, 1999, executed by Keith M. Ross, recorded in Book 868, Page 492, Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, and wherein the said Keith M. Ross conveyed the property therein described to William C. Ford, Trustee, to secure the indebtedness therein described, and the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust and note, and payment not having been made as demanded; and the undersigned, Joel E. Jordan, of 3326 Aspen Grove Drive #604, Franklin, Tennessee 37067, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee in the place and stead of William C. Ford, Trustee, said appointment being set forth in the Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, notice is hereby given that I, Joel E. Jordan, Substitute Trustee, having been requested so to do by the lawful owner of said indebtedness, will on Wednesday, February 29, 2012, at 12:00 Noon at the north corner of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, free from equity of redemption, homestead and dower, and all other exemptions of every kind, all of which are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, the following described real estate in Tipton County, Tennessee: A certain tract or parcel of land, together with all improvements thereon, situate, lying, and being in the 6th Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee, and more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEING Lot #18 of Simmons Road Subdivision as recorded in Slide E, page 91, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. The above described lot is subject to the restrictive covenants of Simmons Road Subdivision, Section “C”, as recorded in Record Book 832, page 687, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, along with the restrictions as set forth on said plat recorded in Slide E, page 91, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Being the same property conveyed to Keith Ross by Deed to Real Estate from Mallard Development dated June 4, 1999 and recorded in Record Book 868, Page 490, Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Included in this conveyance is a 1999 Fleetwood mobile home, Serial #TNFLX27A/ B20341-SR12.

Classifieds, continued from B6 Pilkington Properties, 1210 Old Brighton Rd. Covington, TN. 38019 2 bedroom,1 bath, 600 month, 300 deposit. 901-484-2770 Pilkington Properties, 217 Cotton Top Rd. Covington, TN 38019, 3 b/room, 2 bath,1 car garage. 750 month, 300 deposit. 901-484-2770.

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT 903 2BR mobile home for rent in the Brighton area. 476-7632. 3br, 2ba, MH. Brighton school district. Gainsville community .Rent $550 plus deposit. 901-239-6566. Burlison area. 2br, 1.5ba MH, $450mn. 901-837-6800 or 901-8370872. For rent or Sale. 14X70 MH. 3br, 2ba, C/H/A. 1681 Sunny Side Rd., Brighton. 901-605-8185. MH for rent, 1br, water and sewage paid. No pets. $500/dep, $380/mn. 9 0 1 - 8 3 7 - 7 5 4 4 .

This is improved property known as Simmons Road Sub. Lot #18, Atoka, Tennessee 38004. The 2011 taxes are currently due and payable. Said sale is subject to any and all unpaid taxes and any other prior claims, liens, easements, set back lines and restrictions. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE T RU S T E E / S U B S T I T U T E TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE. IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. THE NOTICE OF RIGHT TO FORECLOSE HAS BEEN SENT AS REQUIRED BY T.C.A. §35-5117. JOEL E. JORDAN Substitute Trustee STELTEMEIER & WESTBROOK, PLLC 3326 Aspen Grove Drive, #604 Franklin, Tennessee 37067 February 2, February 9 and February 16, 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 May 9, 2005, executed by STEVE COOK AND TAMMY COOK, HUSBAND AND WIFE,conveying certain real property therein described to WESLEY D. TURNER as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on May 19, 2005 , as Instrument No. 72697, Book 1206, Page 197-215; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC., ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-WCW3,, 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 March 2, 2012 , 11:00 AM at the Tipton County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: LOT 22, SEC-

3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home for rent $250/deposit $500/month. One located in Stanton and one located in Covington. Please call 901-483-0014 for more information.

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CASH for vehicles, running or not 95’ to 2010’ 901-786-2505 TION G, CLOPTON ACRES SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET E, SLIDE 182-A, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT. PARCEL NUMBER: 098029-.23 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 3868 BRIGHTON CLOPTON ROAD, Brighton, TN 38011. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): STEVE COOK AND TAMMY COOK OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: 1) HEATHER ANN HENRY 2) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPT. OF THE TREASURY, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 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. In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against STEVE & TAMMY COOK in the amount of $13,432.07 recorded in Instrument Number 87346 as Book 16 at Page 832. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against STEVE & TAMMY COOK in the amount of $1354.36 federal tax notice refiled notice recorded as Book 18 at Page 504. Notice of the sale has been given to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). In addition this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record against STEVE & TAMMY COOK in the amount of $4,726.52 recorded in Instrument Number 125240 as Book 17 at Page 713. Notice of the sale has RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substi-

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2012 ▪ B8 www.covingtonleader.com tute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2-984-0407 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#: 11-0143470 FEI # 1006.151793 02/09/2012, 02/16/2012, 02/23/2012

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE TIPTON COUNTY, STATE OF TENNESSEE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Default has been made in the terms, conditions and payments provided for in that certain Deed of Trust dated February 28, 2007, of record in Deed Book / Page Number 1329 / 670, Instrument 100873, Register’s Office for Tipton County, Tennessee, from Vivian Marlar (Borrower) to TITLE ASSURANCE & ESCROW INC / LEONARD E. VAN EATON, ATTNY (Trustee) for the benefit of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR EQUIFIRST CORPORATION (Lender), securing the Note/indebtedness therein described, the entire Note/ indebtedness having been declared in default and immediately due and payable by the lawful owner and holder thereof. SABR MORTGAGE LOAN 2008-1 REO SUBSIDIARY-1 LLC (Holder), now being the present owner/holder of said indebtedness, has now requested that foreclosure proceedings be instituted, and said Holder has appointed the firm listed below as Successor Trustee under said Deed of Trust, by an instrument duly recorded in the aforesaid records, to serve in the place and stead of the aforementioned Trustee. Notice of the Right to Foreclose was sent to the Borrower by letter dated November 10, 2011. NOW, THEREFORE, said Successor Trustee, or agent thereof, pursuant to said Deed of Trust, having been requested by the Holder so to do, and by virtue of the authority and power vested in said Successor Trustee by said Deed of Trust, will on March 06, 2012 at 1:00 p.m., at the usual and customary location at the Tipton County, Tennessee, Courthouse, sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash (or credit upon the indebtedness secured if the lawful owner and holder thereof is the successful purchaser), the followingdescribed property: LAND SITUATED IN TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: LOT 36, SECTION A, COTTONWOOD SUBDIVISION, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET A, SLIDE 187, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO EL INVESTMENTS, INC. AT QUIT CLAIM DEED DATED 07/01/2005, AT BOOK 1214, PAGE 785 IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. TAX PARCEL NUMBER: 111 A B 034.00 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 486 DACUS DRIVE, MUNFORD, TN 38058 For informational purposes only, this property is commonly known as 486 Dacus Drive, Munford, TN 38058, Parcel ID 111A B 03400 000512. The property shall be free from all right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, dower, curtesy, elective share, and all other exemptions that are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the Successor Trustee will sell and convey only as Successor Trustee, “as is” and “where is” and without covenants of seizin or warranties of title. Listing of Subordinate Lienholders: N/A Listing of Other Interested Parties: N/A This sale is subject to liens; easements; encumbrances; property taxes; rights of redemption of taxing entities; all matters shown on any recorded plan(s) or plat(s); any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental

agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose; and other matters which are prior in right to the lien of the aforesaid Deed of Trust. If a high bidder fails to close a sale, the Successor Trustee shall have the option of making the sale to the next highest bidder. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Successor Trustee’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the sale to another day, time and/or place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above, or at any date and time fixed by a preceding postponement. Alternatively, at its option, Successor Trustee may give a new notice of sale. Weissman Nowack Curry & Wilco, PC One Alliance Center, 4th Floor 3500 Lenox Road Atlanta, GA 30326 (866) 960-8298 File #:009905

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 July 8, 1991 by Francis P. Thompson and wife, Lanette D. Thompson to L. Patrick Sandlin, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Record Book 663 Page 568 and Modified in Book 1255 Page 114 and further Modified in Book 1346, Page 566 with final Modification in Book 1455, Page 709, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Book 837, Page 174, in the said Register’s Office, and the owner of the debt secured, Midfirst Bank, having requested the undersigned to advertise and sell the property described in and conveyed by said Deed of Trust, all of said indebtedness having matured by default in the payment of a part thereof, at the option of the owner, this is to give notice that the undersigned will, on Thursday, March 1, 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. Description of Lot 1 of the “Division of Wayne Garrison’s Lot”, being a 0.39 acre partition of Wayne Garrison and wife, Betty Garrison’s lot recorded in Deed Book 343, Page 3, being a part of the same property conveyed to Robert & Mary Greathouse by deed of record in Book 235, Page 112, in the Register’s Office, lying on the west side of Marshall Road in the Sixth Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin set on the west line of Wayne Garrison (343/3), said point being on the east interior line of J.O. Delashmit (195/579), said point being North 14 deg. 24’ 08” East, 78.36 feet from an iron pin found at Garrison’s southwest corner, thence North 14 deg. 24’ 08” East, 131.64 feet along Delashmit’s east interior line to an iron pin set at the northwest corner of Wayne Garrison; thence South 72 deg. 02’ 14” East, 179.95 feet to an iron pin set on the west R.O.W. line of Marshall Road (60’ wide); thence South 14 deg. 30’ 00” West, 89.60 feet along the said R.O.W. line to an iron pin set at the southeast corner of this partition; thence leaving the road and running North 65 deg. 39’ 15” West, 65.72 feet along the south line of this partition to an iron pin set at an angle point; thence North 77 deg. 54’ 41” West, 30.75 feet along the south line of this partition to an iron pin set at an angle point; thence South 78 deg. 24’ 00” West, 93.44 feet along the south line of this partition to the point of beginning, encompassing 0.39 acres of land, more or less according to survey by Raymond E. Pittman, dated April 2, 1991, Tenn. Lic. No. 1414, P.O. Box 1218, Munford, Tennessee 38058. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117. Tax Parcel ID: 06-096026.01

Property Address: 4495 Marshall Rd, Munford, TN formerly known as 4459 Marshall Road, 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 M e m p h i s , Te n n e s s e e 38l03 90l 526 8296 File # 1882-093137-FC Published: February 9 February 16 February 23 MidFirst Bank/Francis Thompson

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on May 18, 2006, by Kenneth D Terry and Angela Terry to Wesley D. Turner, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, under Book No. 1277, Page 771, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006AMC1; and WHEREAS, U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006AMC1, the holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument 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 (i), not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5101, 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 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, March 1, 2012, commencing at 10:00 AM at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Lot 150, Section H, The Highlands Subdivision, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet C, Slide 169, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. And being the same property conveyed to Kenneth D. Terry and wife, Angela Terry by deed of record at Book 907, Page 904, on July 20, 2000, of the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee. Parcel # 06-0960-D111B-052.00 Property Address: 384 North Gretna Green Drive, Munford, TN 38058 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 384 North Gretna Green Drive, Munford, TN 38058 CURRENT OWNER(S): Kenneth D Terry and Angela Terry 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.

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. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o PP Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (404) 417-4040 File No.: 226.J1103740TN Web Site: www.jflegal.com Insertion Dates: 02/09/2012, 02/16/2012 & 02/23/2012

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by

that certain Deed of Trust executed on September 21, 2007, by Travis Parish and Christie Parish to CHARLES M ENNIS, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, under Book Number 1365, Page 225, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to SunTrust Mortgage, Inc.; and WHEREAS, SunTrust Mortgage, Inc., the holder of said Deed of Trust, (the “Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument 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 (i), 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 Holder, and

OFFICIAL BALLOT STATE OF TENNESSEE

Kyle Gregory Perry Daniel Rawls

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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, March 1, 2012, commencing at 10:00 AM at the North Door of the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Tipton County, Tennessee, to wit: Lying and being in the County of Tipton, State of Tennessee, and thus described: Being Lot Number 4 of Magnolia Estates, Section B, as recorded in Plat Cabinet G, Slide 140, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. Being the same property conveyed to Travis Parish and Christie Parish by deed recorded in Book 1365 Page 223, in the aforesaid Register’s Office. Map 98 Parcel 1.09 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1831 Brighton Clopton Road, Brighton, TN 38011 CURRENT OWNER(S): Travis Parish and Christie Parish The sale of the abovedescribed property shall be

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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

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2012 ▪ B9 www.covingtonleader.com 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. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A 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. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o AMP1 Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (404) 417-4040 File No.: 221.1105717TN Web Site: www.jflegal.com Insertion Dates: 02/09/2012, 02/16/2012 and 02/23/2012

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 March 21, 2003 by Lisa Dawn Mills, an unmarried person to Larry A. Butler, as Trustee, as same appears of record in the office of the Register of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1055 Page 709, and the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Book 1184, Page 438, 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, March 1, 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. Lying and being in the 8th Civil District of Tipton County, Tennessee, and thus described: Being Lot #1 of Oma Hopkins Subdivision as recorded at Plat Cabinet G, Slide 163-A, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, to which reference is hereby made for a more particular description of said property. Subject to the restrictions, setback requirements, and easements as recorded at Plat Cabinet G, Slide 163A, in the aforesaid Register’s Office. Notice of the Right to Foreclose has been given in compliance with T.C.A. § 35-5-117. Tax Parcel ID: 08-078016.01 Property Address: 1903 Robert Johnson Road, Covington, 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 # 2162-093216-FC Published: February 9 February 16 February 23 BancorpSouth/Lisa Mills

NOTICE TO CREDITORS R. D. NO PR2978 ESTATE OF Bruce Lee Petty. (Deceased) Notice is hereby given that the 1st day of February, 2012. Letters of Testamentary in the respect of the estate of Bruce Lee Petty, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Tipton

County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his estate are required to file same with the clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four months from notice or 12 months from decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred. This 9th day of February, 2012. Debroah A. Petty Executrix 09feb2wp Tipton County Chancery Court Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

Munford Mini Storage It is hereby given that on the 24th of February 2012 at 8 a.m. the following will be sold at Munford Mini Storage, 82 Munford Ave., Munford, TN 38058

SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Otis Jackson Jr., Clerk of the General Sessions Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, dated the 18 Aug 2011, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # 1093646 Rice Amundsen & Caperton Vs Jim Trotter Rolex (Unauthenticated) Watch Oyster Perpetual

Names Bishop, Jennifer Blizzard, Sonya Butler, Lisa Carroll, Karen Clay, SShane Clower, John Free, Jeffrey Gay, David Keene, Chad McAfee, Roxanne McGallagher, Earl Tiner, Brittany Adams, Gary

THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens

TIPTON COUNTY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT Public Hearing will be held Tuesday FEBRUARY 21, 2012 at 5:00PM to present the proposed Debt Management Policy. Monthly Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday FEBRUARY 21, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. Location: Covington City Hall, 200 Washington St. Basement Board Room. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

POSITION AVAILABLE The City of Gilt Edge is seeking qualified applicants for the position of City Recorder. Requirements for the position include: • Proficiency in the use of Quick Books • Minimum of five years experience in the field of accounting and bookkeeping • Ability to be bonded • CPA and/or degree in Administration, Accounting, Finance, or closely related field preferred but not required Send resume and cover letter no later than Saturday February 11, 2012 to: City of Gilt Edge PO Box 123 Burlison, TN 38015 Contact Mayor Steve Fletcher, 901-476-9402 with any questions. Steve Fletcher, Mayor

INVITATION TO BID The Tipton County Board of Education is accepting bids for the following: Professional Development for Tennessee Common Core State Standards for grades K-8 in mathematics and English/language arts beginning June 2012. Bids should include a minimum of 4 days of initial presentations and any materials required for training as well as follow-up. For additional information contact Marion Samuel at 476-7148. Sealed bids will be opened at 2:00 on February 10, 2012 at the Tipton County Board of Education, 1580 Highway 51, Covington, TN 38019. The Tipton County Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality or irregularity in any bid received.

JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

Jim Towing Service Inc 832 Hwy 51 South Covington, TN 901-476-0682 February 13, 2012 at 10 a.m.

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EARLY VOTING FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE PRIMARY ELECTION MARCH 6, 2012 The Tipton County Election Commission Office, located at 113 E Church St in Covington, will be open the following days and hours for the convenience of early voting for the March 6, 2012 Presidential Preference Primary Election: Beginning Wednesday, February15., and ending Tuesday, February 28., the hours will be: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:30 to 5 pm; Tuesday and Thursday hours will be 8:30 to 6:00 p.m; Saturday voting will be from 8:30 until 12:00 noon. The office will be CLOSED on Monday, February 20th for President’s Day. Early voting will also be held in the south end of the county at the Munford Board Room located at 69 College St., Munford, Tn. on the same schedule. • Voters need to bring a State or Federally issued photo ID with them to vote early. Exemptions from photo ID requirements exist for those who are indigent or have a religious objection to being photographed. • Voters who need to change their address/name may do so while early voting. • ALL registered voters are allowed to vote early. • Persons who registered on by-mail forms must vote in person at the polls or during early voting for the first time after they register. All persons who registered by mail must present one form of acceptable identification. If you are unable to appear at your polling place on Election Day or during Early Voting, you may request a By-mail Ballot for the following reasons: 1. If you will be out of town on Election Day and all days of Early Voting. 2. If you are a full-time student or the spouse of a full-time student enrolled in a college or university outside of Tipton County but in Tennessee. 3. If you are hospitalized, ill, or physically disabled. 4. If you are the caretaker of a hospitalized, ill or disabled person. 5. If you are serving on a state or federal jury. 6. If you are observing a religious holiday and are unable to appear during early voting or at the polls on Election Day. 7. If you are 65 years of age or older. 8. If you are an election official. 9. If you are a candidate for office. 10. If you are on the Permanent Absentee Voting Register. If you are hospitalized, ill, or physically disabled and are not able to appear during early voting or at the polls on Election Day, you may file a Doctor’s Statement of your condition (provided by the Election Office). Once this form is on file you will automatically be mailed a ballot for all future elections in which you are eligible to vote.. • Voters must send a request in letter form containing the following information to be sent a ballot by mail: 1. Name 2. Social Security Number 3. Residential Address 4. Your reason for voting by mail 5. Which election you wish to vote in (including party preference if election is a primary) 6. Where to mail the ballot to outside the county (if needed or required by T.C.A. Code for voting by mail) 7. Your signature as you are registered The last day we can receive a written request for a ballot by mail will be February 28, 2012. The Tipton County Election Commission Office is opened Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We may be contacted at 476-0223 or by e-mail election@tiptonco.com. Our web site is www.tiptonco.com. The polls will be open on Election Day, March 6, from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. All polling locations are handicap accessible. The Counting Board will be located at the Tipton County Election Commission office at 113 E Church St in Covington, and all ballots will be tabulated at the election office and posted on our web site. TIPTON COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION Theta K. Rone, Chairman; Letitia Wilson, Secretary; James L. Sneed, Member; Maureen Cannon, Member; Mary Kay Bergen, Member

First Utility District of Tipton County Covington, Tennessee Pursuant to Tennessee code Annotated 7-82-401, the following information given below with respect to the First Utility District on December 31, 2011.

Financial Condition Assets Utility plant in service ...................................................................................$9,101,591 Current assets ................................................................................................$2,122,205 Other assets ......................................................................................................$555,319 Total assets .................................................................................................. $11,779,115 Liabilities & Net assets Bonds payable ...............................................................................................$3,767,544 Other liabilities.................................................................................................$300,806 Net assets ......................................................................................................$7,713,956 Other liabilities & Net assets ...................................................................... $11,779,115 Earnings for Year Change in net assets for the year ended December 31, 2011 was $122,984 Water Rates Water rates are as follows: First 2,000 gallons................................................................................................$10.00 Next 2,000 gallons .................................................................... $3.75 per 1,000 gallons All over 4,000 gallons ............................................................... $5.50 per 1,000 gallons Method used to arrive at rate Cost plus provisions of Tennessee Code 7-82-403 Conventions and Training ....................................................................................$9,002

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Getting ready for spring By BOOKER T LEIGH, Extension Director Special to The Leader Gardeners can start now to get their material ready for spring. Here are some chores for this time of the year: Clean garden tools (shovels, spades, and posthole diggers) – use a stiff brush to remove excess dirt, and then wipe tools down with some type of motor oil to prevent rust. Let them dry before you store them. Clean pots – Dump excess dirt into your compost pile, Rinse pots with warm water. Use a mild bleach solution if you suspect a fungal disease was in the pot. Allow the pots to dry before stacking. Clean out old chemicals – Most chemicals will last two years if properly stored. Check with your solid waste management, environmental agency or health department to find our about household hazardous waste days for collection of old chemicals. Don’t pour chemicals down the sewer or street drain and remember to store chemicals where they will not freeze.

Most deciduous plants (plants that lose their leaves in the winter) can be planted now, as long as the soil is not frozen. Before you plant, make sure the soil is workable. If the soil is too wet, it will pack tightly around the plants as it dries. This will cause the roots to stay in one place and not spread through the soil. When you plant, prepare a hole twice the size of the root ball. Prune off nay damaged roots, spread the roots out over the entire hole and make sure the roots are not crowded. Use the same soil that came out of the planting hole unless it is clay soil that is tightly packed. When you finish planting, make sure you water your plants to settle the soil around the roots. For more gardening information, please call the Tipton County Extension office at 476-0231, Booker T. Leigh, Extension Director

Outdoor Notes By JOHN GALLASPY

“It’s Bluebird Time!” If you are interested in connecting with wildlife in your own backyard, now is the time to put up bluebird boxes. Bluebirds can really use your help for housing. They do not build their own nests but rely on old woodpecker holes or rotting tree trunks and other natural openings for their homes. Bluebirds live in open country, and are a beautiful songbird. As cavity nesters they have become less common due to a lack of suitable nest sites. Many nest sites have been lost through changing land-use practices, as well as to urban and suburban sprawl. But the introductions of house sparrows and starlings from Europe in 1851 and 1890 have been the primary reasons for the bluebirds’ decline, as these non-native species took over native bluebird nesting cavities. A manmade house is a welcome sight to bluebirds, but they are picky about how their house is designed or located. They can be mounted on poles, fence posts or trees. Posts are best for providing protection from predators. Also, building nesting boxes is a great project for children, families or groups interested in connecting with wildlife. A bluebird box should have an opening that is the prescribed one-and-one-half inches in diameter. This precludes starlings from being able to enter. However,

house sparrows still may be able to enter the boxes. If this occurs, the house sparrow nests should be removed immediately. Boxes should be erected on a free-standing pole three to five feet above the ground - facing south or west, if possible, away from our prevailing west winds - and facing a few feet near a nearby tree or fence where young birds can safely land on their initial flights from the box. To reduce predation and competition from other species, no perch should be placed on the box as bluebirds do not need one. Boxes placed in pairs, about 20 feet apart, may help reduce competition from swallows. A good bluebird box should have a floor size of 5” x 5”, the box height should be between 8” to12”, the entrance hole should be about 6” to 10” above the floor. Remember where to put the hole. That is important. Be sure it is made of durable wood like cedar and cut ventilation holes in the top and drainage holes in the bottom.

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SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Mike Forbess Clerk of the General Sessions Court of Tipton County, Tennessee, dated the 29 June 2011, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # 11-CV-355 Thornton’s Home Furnishing Vs Cora Dye Sony AMFM CD Player (8196811), Sony 8” SubWoofer (8058215), Magnavox DVD/VCR (U37539289A), Symphonic 24” TV (V33551670) THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

Registration underway for sixth annual NASP state championships set for April 2-3 in Murfreesboro Registration is underway for The Sixth Annual Tennessee National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Championships will be held April 2-3 (Monday-Tuesday) at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro. This will mark the third consecutive year for NASP State Championships to be held in Miller Coliseum with another record field expected. More than 940 students representing 43 schools from across the state competed last spring. Due to the growth of the event, two flights of competition will be held on Monday and five flights are scheduled for Tuesday. An awards ceremony will follow the competition. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency hosts the event. There will be three divisions. Schools will compete in the elementary, middle school and high school divisions. Awards will be presented to the top team and individual finishers in each division. Only students who attend NASP schools may participate. For more information on the rules and regulations, visit the Tournament Information icon located

under the Hot Topics section of the TWRA website by clicking here. The registration deadline is Feb. 29. Tennessee began NASP in late 2004 with 12 pilot schools participating in the program. The number of schools has grown to more than 200 that now participate in the program. NASP is a 2-8 week curriculum taught during school that teaches International Style Target Archery. Each student will shoot 30 arrows, 15 from 10 meters and 15 from 15 meters with a maximum score of 300. The top team and top five male and female individuals in each division automatically receive a bid to compete in the National NASP Tournament to be held May 11-12, 2012 in Louisville, Ky. If a school or teacher is interested in starting a NASP program, please contact Don Crawford, TWRA Assistant Chief of Information and Education at Don.Crawford@tn.gov or (615) 781-6542 or Matt Clarey, Regional Training Coordinator in TWRA Region III at Matt.Clarey@tn.gov or 1-800-262-6704 or (931) 484-9571.

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The Tipton County Legislative meeting will be held on Monday February 13, 2012 at 6:45pm. This meeting will take place at the Justice Center.

Hunting and fishing licenses go on sale Feb. 18 each year, the beginning of prime fishing, and are valid until the last day of February the following year. Seasons are subject to change & license fees are subject to change. Migratory bird seasons are determined by federal regulations. Most licenses, except the Lifetime Sportsman License and specialty licenses, such as Wheelchair, Disabled Veteran, SSI (Supplemental Security Income), and Blind Fishing licenses, are available from most county clerks, sporting goods stores, hardware stores, boat docks, this website, and from all TWRA offices. Please note! License paper will remain orange for the next 5 years (until 2016), instead of changing color each year as it has in the past. Please don’t be alarmed when your new license is the same color as your

EARLY VOTING SATELLITE CORONA ISLAND There will be an early voting satellite at Corona Island at the Sam Moore residence garage basement for early voting for the March 6 2012 Presidential Preference Primary Election. This will be on February 25 from 10:30 AM until 1:30 PM. Bring your federal or state issued photo ID.

old one! The Lifetime Sportsman License cannot be purchased online. Applications for this license may be obtained by calling the TWRA Nashville Office (615-781-6500), any of the four regional offices, or you can download an application and mail it to TWRA. The TWRA is funded by two primary sources: license/permit sales and federal excise taxes (Pittman-Robertson and Wallop-Breaux). Tennessee’s allocation of these federal taxes is based in part, on the number of hunters and fishermen in the state. The TWRA does not receive any funding from the State’s general fund (i.e. state sales tax). Thank you for buying a license. Without your support, Tennessee would not have fish and wildlife management programs.

SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Jimmy Moore., Clerk of the Circuit Court of Shelby County, Tennessee, dated the 28 June 2011, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 07 Feb 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # CT-001113-10 Northgate Veterinary Hospital LLC Vs Gina Austin 2003 Ford E-350 Van - Vin # 1FDWE35F63HB14533 THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 07 Feb 2012 – 20 Feb2012 1801 S. College St, Covington TN 38019 All Property And Vehicles Sold Subject to Any and All Liens JT “Pancho” Chumley Sheriff of Tipton County, Tennessee

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Whip Report: Governor gives State of the State Address to legislature Governor Bill Haslam this week delivered his 2012 State of the State address before a joint session of the General Assembly in which he shared his vision for the State and called upon those watching and listening to "believe in better." During his speech, the governor emphasized the importance of Tennessee job growth, a continued focus on improving education, public safety, a more customer-focused, efficient and effective State government and keeping taxes low. "Our role in State government is to provide services that Tennesseans arenâ€™t able to get on their own â€“ we build roads, offer higher education options, guard prisoners, help families adopt children, care for the mentally ill, patrol highways, serve veterans and perform hundreds of other services,"

Haslam said.â„˘@"My job as governor is to make sure we are providing those services in a customer-focused and effective way." Haslam also outlined his Fiscal Year 2012-2013 budget proposal, which reflects his priorities and includes strategic investments, necessary reductions and savings for the future.â„˘@ Highlights of the budget include: Raising the exemption level on the estate tax in Tennessee from $1 million to $1.25 million to lower the tax burden on family farmers and family business owners; And lowering the State portion of the sales tax on food from 5.5 percent to 5.3 percent with the goal of lowering it to 5 percent during the next three years; $50 million to the Rainy Day

Fund bringing it up to $356 million; A continued commitment to the West Tennessee Megasite with $25 million; More than $23 million to fund a new veterans home in Bradley County; Full funding for the Basic Education Program; Restoration of more than $100 million of the $160 million "core services" funding that was designated two years ago to be cut such as: â€˘ Extended teacher contracts; â€˘ Alcohol and abuse treatment programs: â€˘ Juvenile justice grants: â€˘ Diabetes prevention; â€˘ Matching dollars for State employee 401k programs. The budget also includes funding for tougher sentences for certain gang-related crimes and for gun possession by

those with prior violent felony convictions along with mandatory incarceration for repeat domestic violence offenders. Following the address, Republican lawmakers offered their assessment of what the Governor told them. "Governor Haslam has a clear vision for serving Tennesseans," said one Representative. "Balancing our budget, lowering taxes, and reforming government are items at the top of his agenda. Itâ€™s an agenda all conservatives can appreciate and all Tennesseans will benefit from over the coming years." "This speech reflected what many of us understand: Our economy is slowly rebounding, but we have a ways to go," said Rep. Tim Wirgau (Râ€”Buchanan). "I believe Governor Haslam is the right man to lead us at this time because of his

strong business background and his vision for transforming the way government operates in Tennessee." "Unlike Washington, we are taking the necessary steps to keep our fiscal house in order. Clearing out areas of waste in government and providing a better service to Tennesseans are at the top of Governor Haslamâ€™s agenda and I look forward to working with him in the Legislature," stated Rep. Bill Sanderson (Râ€”Kenton). Rep. Andy Holt (Râ€”Dresden) remarked, "The Governor revealed an agenda of reform and growth tonight. He very clearly wants to reform how government works and, in turn, grow the career opportunities for Tennesseans. I believe these priorities, coupled with a balanced budget, will help place our economy back on a solid footing once again."

BASKETBALL ACTION At left, Brighton's Alaina Bierdz makes a move to get past Munford's Tara Comer. At right, Brighton's Jonathan Stark drives to the hoop in action Friday night against Munford. Brighton won the boys' game, 70-43. The Lady Cougars defeated Brighton, 60-42. Photos by Jeff Ireland

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Sports Shorts Dixie baseball sign-ups Registration for Covington Dixie Youth Baseball will be held Feb. 11, 18 and 25 at CIAA from 9 a.m. to noon. Fees are $40 for ages 3-4 and $65 for 5-12. A birth certificate is required. Families of three or more receive a discount. E-mail CovingtonDYB@gmail.com for more information. Munford spring sports sign-ups Sign-ups for Munford Parks and Recreation soccer, baseball and flag football are going on now through Feb. 18. The fee for soccer, ages 3-17, is $68. Baseball is available for children ages 5-14 with an $83 fee. Flag football, ages 6-13, is $68. Fees can be paid online at www.munford.com or in person at the rec center, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parents need to register online before paying in person.

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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 February 9 Crestview Middle School will be hosting an ADD/ ADHD Parent Support Group Meeting on February 9 at 12:00 and 5:00 p.m. We will meet in room 339 to discuss ways to help students with ADD or ADHD at school and at home. All necessary accommodations are available for equitable participation. Crestview Middle School is located at 201 Mark Walker Rd. in Covington, TN. Please call Julie Joyner or Debbie Max at 901-475-5900 for additional information. All parents are invited to attend. February 11 Charleston Volunteer Fire Department, located at the corner of Davis Rd. and Highway 179, is having their annual Valentine’s steak supper, Feb. 11 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Cost is $15 for ribeye steak, baked potato, salad, Texas toast, dessert, tea and coffee. For more information contact Julie at (901) 626-0565. The second program in the Successful Gardening series, presented by the Tipton County Museum, 751 Bert Johnson Ave., Covington, is “Roses!” on Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. Guest speaker will be Don Wear, master consulting rosarian. $5 per person, free to museum members. Refreshments will be served. The Memphis Area Beekeepers Association is conducting a beekeeping course on Feb. 11. The public is invited to attend, and the course will cover various aspects of beginning beekeeping, including bee hive equipment, hive management, bee disease control, sources of nectar, pollen and other beekeeper topics. The course will be conducted by volunteers of the local and state beekeepers associations, and those attending will receive catalogues, hands-on instruction, and a chance to win a beekeepers beginners kit. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Cost is $12, which includes lunch and the first year’s membership in the local club. Registration begins at 8 a.m. on Feb. 11, and the meeting will be held in building C of the Agricenter International from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information, please call Charles Force (901) 831-1207.

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30 years ago Willie Holland notched 14 points and 11 assists to lead Covington past Brighton 77-52. 20 years ago Maurice Vanderbilt scored a game-high 38 points to lead Munford past Millington, 83-80. 10 years ago Brighton sophomore Ciera Boyce scored 20 points as the Lady Cardinals handed Ripley a 4933 loss.

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