The Leader 8.23.12

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Police, families want end to crime CPD to host safety, crime meeting

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com COVINGTON – To help ease the fears and concerns of the public, the Covington Police Department will host a safety meeting on Friday night.

The meeting will focus on home and business safety aware-

ness and is a result of citizens' concerns about recent burglaries, shootings and other criminal activity.

Answering to charges that crime is up in Covington, police chief Tim Glass said crime is up, but it is up everywhere.

"It's not just right here at home," he said.

Glass said from 2001-

2008, there were 5,089 crimes reported in Covington, but the number was a little misleading.

He said overall the numbers are up, but the 2011 statistics are showing a lower crime rate than in 2010.

"Crime was down four percent last year: violent crime was down 2.4 per-

Mother organizes anti-violence march, vigil for slain son

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com

SEE SAFETY, PAGE A2

Teresa Mason has spent an entire year without her son Darius.

"His smile," she said with a pause.

"I miss that the most."

Darius "Dee Dee" Heaston was shot in Frazier Park on Aug. 19, 2011 and

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died in the early morning hours of Aug. 20. He was less than a month shy of his 21st birthday on Sept. 14.

"I don't know what to think, but it feels as if it was just yesterday," she said.

Tony Dewayne Davis was initially arrested for her son's murder, but was later released when the district attorney's office said the Covington Police Department didn't have enough evidence to try him.

Police say witnesses won't come forward despite the park being full of people the night Darius was shot.

SEE MARCH, PAGE A2

COMMUNITY

County Clerk Mary Gaither makes a purchase from the Court Square Farmer's Market in June. Photos

by Echo Day

Pears, apples at farmer's market this weekend

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com

Yankees burn Randolph (again!)

Local group reenacts fire that changed Ft. Wright during Civil War

By JAMES R. MORGAN SR. Special to The Leader RANDOLPH – With the country commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, it would only be right for Tipton County to celebrate and recreate many of its engagements in the War Between the States." Although no great bloody battle was fought in the county, Tipton has a rich Civil War history.

Last Saturday, reenactors from local units Co. C, 1st Tennessee Heavy Artillery, 1st Arkansas Mounted Rifles, 51st Tennessee, Bankhead's Battery and Armies of Tennessee brought the Civil War back to life for local residents to experience.

Campgrounds, weapons and demonstrations showed the life and drudgery of nineteenth century warfare. The sounds of cannons and mortar roared across the Mississippi River and the sound of muskets and pistols fired in recreations of the battle and burning of Randolph.

Using cardboard replicas of buildings, volunteers acting as Union soldiers burned "Randolph" during the reenactment of the 1862 event.

Volunteer firefighters from Gilt Edge were on hand to douse the flames.

The town of Randolph, which was

once a major competitor to Memphis for the majority of river freight, was the home of two Confederate forts.

The first, Fort Wright, was a wooden stockade-type fort located on the high bluff overlooking the river at Randolph. It became the training facility for a large portion of West Tennessee volunteers. In fact, Nathan Bedford Forrest, whose tactical brilliance would see him promoted to lieutenant general before the war ended, received the majority of his training at Ft. Wright.

There was a series of river batteries stationed just down the river from Randolph at Richardson's Landing to prevent Union vessels from going down to Memphis. The river batteries are gone, but only a couple of hundred yards north of present-day Randolph United

SEE MARKET, PAGE A3

A youngster who attended the event pretends to fire a gun during the reenactment of the fire that destroyed Randolph and Ft. Wright in 1862. Photos by James R. Morgan Sr.

Methodist Church, the remains of Ft. Wright can be found. Today the site is overseen by a historical trust whose members work to preserve the site's history.

And what a storied history it is.

In May 1861, Mark Twain piloted the steamboat Alonzo Child to Randolph, where Confederate troops were loaded and transported to Memphis.

In June 1862, after the battle SEE FIRE, PAGE A3

SHOWDOWN IN C-TOWN In-county rivals Covington and Munford clash Friday night in Covington. A19 INSIDE: Football Preview 2012

There's nothing like the taste of freshlypicked produce, and nothing like knowing your food was grown in the same county where you raise your family.

Homegrown produce is just one of the many perks of living in a small, Southern town, and having an active farmer's market is another.

This weekend, vendors at the Court Square Farmer's Market in Covington, are expected to have pears, apples, tomatoes and plenty of other produce available.

Three days each week farmers can be found under the Spring Street water tower, selling the fruits (and vegetables!) of their labor.

Organizer Lee Johnston, the CovingtonTipton County Chamber of Commerce executive director, said those who frequent the market have tended to prefer a variety

INSIDE Reader's Guide Opinion A4 Obituaries A6 Community A7 Correspondents A8 Education A10

Two arrested in landfill break-ins

By ECHO DAY eday@covingtonleader.com BRIGHTON – Two men were arrested last week in the theft of copper and batteries from the Tipton County Landfill, Sheriff J.T. "Pancho" Chumley said.

Tyler-Wayne Mize Fleming, 21, of the 3000 block of Wilkinsville Road in Drummonds, and Stephen Tyler Duke, 22, of the 700 block of Dogwood Lane in Brighton, were arrested Friday, Aug. 17 after admitting to jumping the fence at the landfill on July 20.

Fleming and Duke reportedly stole 45 pounds of copper, approximately 14 vehicle batteries, an air conditioning unit and a toolbox containing hand tools from the SEE THEFT, PAGE A3

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A2 • Thursday, August 23, 2012 • THE LEADER CONNEYE ALBRIGHT Age: 54 Education: Westside High School '74, Univ. of Memphis, Trevecca, Union Family: Married to Daniel Albright, two children Vehicle: 2012 Honda Odyssey Favorite musical style: 70's light rock Favorite beverage: Water Favorite food: Spaghetti and meatballs Favorite authors: Nora Roberts, Janet Evanovich Favorite movie: "McLintock" Favorite TV show: "Big Bang Theory"

www.covingtonleader.com Editor’s note: This week we are continuing a feature called Q&A. Through this feature we hope to help you get to know your neighbors, government officials and others in the community. Today we are publishing a chat with Democrat Conneye Albright, a librarian at Munford Middle School who is running for state representative in District 81, which was recently redrawn to include only Tipton County.

Q&A

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

A: I wanted to be a mother or a teacher. I would either baby all my baby dolls or line them up and teach them something.

WITH CONNEYE ALBRIGHT

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

A: Probably my mom.

Definitely my mom because we are very close. We talk every day.

She basically tells me, "You can do anything you decide to do. Don't let anybody tell you you can't, because you

can." Both my parents.

They've never given me any idea that I couldn't do something.

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

A: Normally, it's read.

Right now it's sleep. I would love to be able to sleep until I woke up.

Q: Why did you decide to enter politics?

A: I was one of those people who sat back and watched government doing things and I would rant and rave and fuss to people and I would tell them, "I can't believe they're doing these things. What are these people thinking?

Do they not realize what teachers do? Do they not realize what schools do?" And somebody looked me in the eye one day and said, "Why don't you run?" And I went, "I can't do that.

I thought (you have to have a) law degree." And they said, "No, you don't have to have any special education. You just have to have a desire to run and want to put yourself out there." So I went out and pulled the petition

and here I am.

Q: What have you learned about politics while campaigning?

A: That even when people know you, they're going to assign ideology to your label.

That if you run as a Democrat, they're going to assign the far left to you. Whether you're a moderate or not, they're going to assign everything's that's associated with Democrats to you. I think even if had run as a Republican, I would probably have been thrown to the far right because of the title.

People that really know me know how moderate I am. I'm a middle-ofthe-road person and try to find what's the best solution for the most people. Because at school you have to do that. You have to have something that meets the needs of the majority of the children and then fine tune the stuff that

has to go down to each individual child. People that know me know that I do that. People that don't (know me) ... identify with me being this liberal over here ...

I'm not.

Q: What do you say to people who don't vote and don't think it matters who their state representative is?

A: I tell them that we live in a country that allows us to have a free vote. That allows us to speak and be represented by those we choose. And if they don't choose to be represented, they don't really have a right to complain.

Because that's your voice in government ... your vote. We really want people to be registered.

We talk to everybody that comes in: "Are you a registered voter?"

You've got to be part of the process.

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Double Take Photo of the Week • august 23, 2012

◄ Teresa Mason poses for a photo with her late son, Darius "Dee Dee" Heaston, who was shot and killed in August 2011.

Mason has organized Covington's Stop the Violence march, which took place on Saturday, in his memory. Photo by Echo Day

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Continued from A1 They are offering a $7,500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Darius's killer.

Mason said she'd rather not speculate nor judge Davis, but does hope for justice for her son.

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Continued from A1 cent, murder 2.7 percent … robbery was down almost six percent, aggravated assaults were down 4.5 percent, property crimes were down 1.3, burglary 1.2, larceny, 1 percent, auto theft was down almost five and arson was down almost four percent."

Glass discussed recent news stories, suggesting the reports indicated very little arrests were being made in Covington. He wants to set the record straight.

"One thing that’s been quoted throughout this ordeal is burglaries and they gave stats on burglaries and the crime in general … one thing I’m going to talk about (at the meeting) is the answer to that," he said. "My officers make, on average, between 80 and 100 arrests a month for various things, some of it is crime.

My drug unit arrests an additional 17 people out of that … some of its drugs, they’ve seized 67.6 grams of marijuana and 58 pills, they’ve seized a vehicle and took $188 in cash, they did one search warrant, all in the month of July."

Glass said from January to July of this year, 42 aggravated assaults, 62 burglaries, 84 thefts over $500 and 248 thefts under $500 have been reported.

"Ninety percent of the thefts under $500 have been shoplifting cases," he said, "and we've had 120 of those arrested, so nearly half."

There have been 31 aggravated assault, six burglary and 16 theft over $500 arrests.

At the safety awareness meeting Friday night, which will take place at the former First Baptist Church building at the corner of Church and Main streets at 6

"They may be free down here, but they're not free from my God up above," she said. "I have peace within because I know my son is in a better place and my goal is now to reach out to help the community, to try to stop the violence."

On Saturday, the second annual Stop the Violence march took place

with Mason, her family members and others from the Frazier Park community walking in honor of Darius and in support of Mason's goal.

She carried a banner picturing 29-year-old Orlandus "Bull" Cobbins and 23-year-old Chris Somerville, two Covington men killed in February and March.

"As a community we're gonna have to keep together and make a stand to try to stop the various crimes that are happening here in Tipton County," she said.

She and family members also organized a prayer vigil over the

p.m., Glass and his officers will discuss home security, alarms, safety tips for outside the home, Neighborhood Watch programs and more, including the real threat of gang violence, which he says is not the source of the majority of Covington's criminal activity.

"It's more drug-related than it ever will be gangrelated," he said. "Once you admit there are gangs in your area, people want to blame them,

but they're not always violent."

He said he wants residents to attend the meeting, to ask questions and get information that will help make them feel more secure about their homes and their city.

"I want to make them feel like Covington's not tormented in crime," he said. "I hope we can ease people's minds."

For more information about the meeting, call 901-475-1261.

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weekend to honor Darius, the second of her five sons she's had to bury.

"I miss him. It's like a wound that will never heal. One day I know it will, it's gonna get better by and by, so I'll just wait on the Lord.

"I have hope, I pray every day and I talk to God often because I know he answers prayers. I'm hoping sooner or later something good will come of it. Justice will come one day, if not on this side, definitely on the other."

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Military non-profit helps active, retired service members By sherri onorati sonorati@covingtonleader.com With a naval base located in an adjacent county, it's understandable that many residents of Tipton County are active duty or retired military.

Munford resident Russell Johnson, a retired Navy master chief with 27 years of service, is the local director of the NSA Mid-South Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS). He wants to remind retire military members that NMCRS is still available to them to provide assistance if needed.

“We have a huge retirement community in Tipton County and they would benefit greatly from a reminder about Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society,” said Johnson. “Also any other organizations who may be providing help to retire service members could help themselves and their clients by knowing a little more about us.”

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society was founded in 1904 to help active duty, retired members and their families of the Navy and Marine Corps. The private non-profit charitable organization is sponsored by the Department of the Navy and operates throughout the world.

The society can lend assistance to active and reserve active duty and retired sailors and marines and their eligible family members, eligible family member of sailors and marines who have died, reservists on extended active duty greater than 30 days, indigent widows and mothers (65 years or older) of deceased service members and ex-spouses whose marriage lasted for at least 20 years while the service member was on active duty and who have not remarried.

“The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society can provide quick assistance loans for emergencies like transportation repair, utilities, food and other life essentials,” explained Johnson. “We also have volunteer caseworkers who can assist with personal budgets.”

In 2011, the Mid-South NMCRS provided assisted to more than 263 cases in the local area, totaling over $223,000.

“We are still here taking care of our own,” said Johnson. “All they need to do is call to see how we can help them.”

For more information on the MidSouth NMCRS or to make an appointment to talk to a counselor, call (901) 874-7350.

Thursday, August 23, 2012 • The Leader • A3

Teachers honored At a recent teacher's meeting, Making Memories Christian Childcare Center presented 12 of their staff with Years of Service Awards. These staff have been employed with Making Memories from three years up to seven years. They received award pins and plaques.

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Continued from A1 landfill's recycling building.

Chumley said the department's Criminal Investigation Division and the Brighton Police Department conducted an investigation and obtained surveillance video of the property that captured the thieves in the act of stealing.

Detectives were conducting a similar investigation at the landfill in April, which resulted in the installation of surveillance cameras.

"This is an example of an area that is a challenge to secure due to the open terrain," said Chumley. "Detectives proved that the addition of the surveillance cameras was the key in solving these cases and will hopefully prevent future thefts."

Detectives recovered the air conditioner and tools and have also confirmed the pair sold 45 pounds of copper and 458 pounds of batteries at an area scrap yard.

Fleming and Duke were charged with burglary and theft of property in the July theft.

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Duke was also charged with burglary and theft of property in the April theft. He was charged with stealing and selling 630 pounds of batteries and 42 pounds of copper. He remains in jail on a $10,000 bond and a probation revocation warrant.

Fleming is free on a $5,000 bond and is awaiting his Sept. 11 court date.

Persons with information about these and similar crimes are encouraged to call the TCSO Criminal Investigation Division at 901-475-3300 or send an email to sheriff@tiptonco.com.

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Fire

Continued from A1 of evacuation of Corinth, Miss. by Confederate forces, river forts above Vicksburg became untenable and forts at Columbus, Ky., Island 10, New Madrid, Mo., Ft. Pillow and Ft. Wright were abandoned.

And, soon after, the Union River Fleet came down and nearly annihilated the Confederate River Defense Fleet in the Battle of Memphis, leaving the defense of western Tennessee to small companies of Confederate calvary. The Mississippi soon became a major superhighway for the Union as it moved troops and supplies down to keep generals Ulysses S. Grant and William Tecumsah Sherman supplied in their bid to take Vicksburg.

It was Colonel William W. Faulkner's Kentucky and Tennessee Partisan Rangers who brought grief to Randolph after the Union packet boat Eugene was fired upon in the vicinity of the town.

General Sherman ordered the town of Randolph to be destroyed and on Sept. 25, 1862, the Yankees followed

their orders and burned Ft. Wright, and virtually all of the town, to the ground. The next day, Faulkner's calvary and a cannon fired on another steamer, the John J. Roe. That same day, a Union gunboat came by and shelled the area with cannon.

It was a blow from which the town of Randolph never fully recovered.

Organizers of the event would like to thank the sponsors who made the event possible: W.T. Bailey, Wayne and Mary Culver, Jerry Dupriest, David Gwinn, Joe Harrald, Jere Hadley, Bobby Marshall, Whit Nix, Tim Sloan, Promo Print Advertising, the Hon. Tom Hatcher, the Sons of Confederate Veterans and Ft. Wright Historical Site.

The Armies of Tennessee has plans to host another event, the Battle for St. Jude, on Oct. 6-7 in Mason. It will be a fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

of vendors, however he believes the Court Square Farmer’s Market offers a great deal of variety when it comes to produce.

And the market is not just limited to produce, either. He welcomes anyone who would like to sell bedding plants or locally-made food items, such as jams or jellies (however there are requirements which must be met for these items).

This is the third year for the Court Square Farmer’s Market and Johnston hopes it will rival the first. But he needs the support of the public to continue the market’s success.

“I can’t get people

if vendors don’t come and I can’t get vendors if people don’t come,” Johnston said.

The farmer’s market is open on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays as requested by vendors, he said.

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SOUND OFF!

Justice? I don’t think so This may seem strange coming from a female but I have to agree with the reader who complained last week about the judicial system in Tipton County.

I was absolutely outraged when the female Crestview teacher only received a three year sentence when she admitted to having relations with children including some at the school apparently. In all fairness, the reader is correct that if a male had been accused of such crimes, the County would want him to receive the death penalty.

Instead she got a slap in the wrist and apparently the District Attorney thought some kind of justice was served. I am outraged but not surprised.

I love most of the people of Tipton County, but our legal system lacks much to be desired. I know I am going to ruffle a few feathers in saying this, but the biggest problem we have is most of the judges in Tipton County have been there far too long.

The few times I have ever been in court, I have been outraged by the conduct of the judges and as the mother of three sons, I have told each one of them they would be wise to move somewhere else (as much as I would hate that) before they ever consider getting married or having children or owning property because of their gender.

Janine, Brighton

Mrs. Obama, the food is vile!

So before the whole Michelle Obama thing, school lunch was bearable. With this new program this genius came up with, students actually don’t eat. It’s supposedly “hunger-free” but it’s contradicting. I would go to school starving and choose not to eat the food. For the simple fact, it’s inedible and intolerable. I could guarantee that it’s not bringing in any revenue.

Voice of a Student DJ, Covington

Fees, fees and more fees Students in high school are allowed to take college courses through the AP program in the school system. It is a great program. Here’s my problem with it. My son is taking AP math courses and never steps foot on the Dyersburg State campus. However, we pay all the normal fees/tuition including an international student fee. I am told this fee is to help cover the expenses of students who study in a foreign country. Excuse me but why should I have to pay for that when my student is still in high school?

We pay other fees that include parking, ID, etc totaling $110. Why do high school students taking AP courses have to pay these extra fees? It is another way for colleges to rip people off? I dare say they are doing a pretty good job of it..

I wonder how many other parents didn’t know about this. It is on their tuition schedule on DSCC website. I sent an email to the Tipton County Board of Education and ask why this is allowed. They said they would check it out and get back to me. Well, haven’t heard from them in two weeks. Don’t expect I will.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Thanks for professionalism, help

Sho’ lots of rules for a little schoolhousing Starting to Rosemark Grammar trees and undergrowth with a few School was a real big deal for us ghosts and witches hiding and many decades ago. Of course no lurking to pounce on us. If a ball one wanted to admit they enjoyed disappeared just let it go or the the incarceration of the four class- monsters may seize you. I found room walls but we got out later the big boys to see our friends, eat just found the spheres and above all, rollick and kept them. Too at recess. Most of my scared and we’re redcohorts went to church neck dumb. right next to the school The first few days so we eyeballed in anI attended grammar ticipation with, “it ain’t school Momma walked gonna’ be long before me so I wouldn’t fall I bust through them in a ditch or get gored doors.” by a loose mean bull.

The big old mean Two neighbor girls boys (older than us) Ann and June escorted had us skittish about me and walked with SOUTHERN RAISIN' how bad it was gonna’ Momma as they were O TIS G RIFFIN be and I was jumpy as a appointed to watch me. bull frog on a hot skilLater I was accompanied let along with Emerson, Tommy by the same two security officers and Arvis. Mrs. Edith Ricks was that double-dogged dared me to my Sunday school teacher and I mess up. They loved to hull my thought she was wonderful. But noggin and this would have been the mean’uns said she changed legitimate and blessed. I behaved during school hours and hated good. kids. They told us there were Can you remember what we boogers in the boiler room so don’t proudly called a book satchel with ever go down there because if one a shoulder strap similar to a nine got mad the coal furnace would foot tar bottom cotton sack? This blow up and kill all three hundred slick checkered material, little type in Rosemark. The undertaker sho’ square sack contained our home would be busy. work books, a little pocket for The out skirts of the bumpy crayons and erasers, the number playground were surrounded by two pencil holder and a secret hid-

ing place for our toasted marshmallows and saltines or wax paper wrapped ham and biscuit to be consumed at recess. (Or bartered) If Phil or Lynn needed any supplies it was best to stop at Thompson Brothers store at the corner on the way to school. Why? Because the rules were; once you set foot on school property you are done.

Wiped out; lassoed. Hog tied; heifer roped; goat grabbed. No leaving. The only way was to expire and I was too young. Continue to quietly walk to your homeroom and deposit your belongings in the cloak room.

I wonder if anyone today has ever heard of a cloakroom much less seen one. The small attached space, dark as a dungeon room where satchels, coats, gloves and galoshes are lined up neatly entered through a swinging, flopping black door. All the kids had to use the room. Why? We didn’t have lockers back then!

Everything has changed and all we had to go through with the terrible rules making us ‘ack-rite’ trying to learn us something. All I wanted was recess. Little did I realize at that time all I was really doing was making some good old Southern Redneck Memories that I cherish to this day. I know you do to….Glory!

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Libby Rudicil, left, a second grader at Covington Integrated Arts Academy, read 670 books this summer. Three-year old Brooke Denstedt, right, listened to 546 books this summer. Both girls were participants in the Tipton County Library’s summer reading program.

They each received a trophy and had a book placed in the library in their honor.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS

Roth IRA: For your retirement ... and beyond If you’re somewhat familiar with come, up to the contribution liminvesting, you may know that the its, and as long as you meet certain Roth IRA is a great retirement- income limitations. Even if you’ve savings vehicle. But are you aware officially “retired,” you might that some of its benefits can also do some consulting or part-time pay off for the next generation of work. So you could put some of your family? your earnings into your Roth IRA. To understand why this is so, This ability to keep funding your it’s necessary to be familiar with a Roth IRA virtually indefinitely can Roth IRA’s features. For give you more flexibility in starters, when you conmanaging your retirement tribute to a Roth IRA, income — and, depending your earnings have on how you do manage the potential to grow that income and what your tax free, provided you other objectives may be, don’t start taking withyou may also end up with drawals until you’re more money that could be 59½ and you’ve had left to your beneficiaries. your account at least Also, unlike a traditional FINANCIAL FOCUS five years. The amounts IRA or a 401(k), a Roth IRA STEVEN J. JONES you contributed aren’t does not require you to taxed when withdrawn start taking minimum disbecause you’ve already paid taxes tributions at age 70½. In fact, you on the money you put in. And the are never required to withdraw potential for tax-free earnings can money from your Roth IRA. And continue even when your ben- by leaving your account intact for eficiaries inherit your Roth IRA, as long as possible, you’ll potenthough you’ll need to consult with tially have more money available your tax advisor on this issue. for a variety of options — one of A Roth IRA also offers other fea- which may involve leaving sums tures that can help you build re- to your beneficiaries. Your nonsources for retirement while possi- spouse beneficiaries must take bly helping your surviving family annual required minimum distrimembers. For one thing, you can butions, but they have the option contribute to your Roth IRA for as to take the distributions over their long as you have some earned in- lifetime.

FACE PAINTING

Keep in mind, though, that your Roth IRA is part of your estate for purposes of federal estate taxes. In 2012, your estate would be subject to these taxes if it were worth more than $5.12 million (or less, if you made certain gifts). In 2013, however, this amount is scheduled to drop to $1 million unless Congress acts on this issue. (Some states also have estate taxes that apply at amounts less than the federal amount.) In any case, if you have a sizable estate, you should consult with your tax and legal advisors.

When you invest in a Roth IRA, your goal, first and foremost, is to help fund your retirement. In fact, basically all your decisions regarding your Roth IRA — how much to contribute, where to invest the money and when to begin taking withdrawals — should be based on your own retirement goals. However, as a side benefit to investing in a Roth IRA, you may find that you could help out the next generation, or two, of your family.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Steven Jones is an Edward Jones Financial Advisor in Atoka. Visit him at 360 Atoka McLaughlin Drive or call 901-8379772.

On Saturday, Aug. 19, Tipton County Girl Scouts held their annual registration fair at Brighton High School.

Parents gathered information, girls met new friends and enjoyed many games and outdoor activities.

Tipton County Service Unit is still signing up girls and adult volunteers for the 2012-2013 season of Girl scouting. New troops are forming now. For information call 351-0120 or email tiptoncountygirlscouts@ yahoo.com. Photo Karen Rudolph

Arrest correction The Aug. 16 issue erroneously reported Wilbert Norman Young and Danny Chester Hill were arrested on Aug. 11. Neither were arrested, but both were booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility by mistake. The Leader and the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office and Correctional Facility regret these errors.

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Most Wanted Seen one of these people?

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

Bianco, Christopher Steven Born: 8/3/1981 361 Quail Rd. Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Promotion of meth manufacturing

Brown, Marcus Laray Born: 1/9/1991 117 E. Ripley Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Burglary

Campbell, Robert David Born: 7/14/1960 275 Beaver Creek Lane Brighton, TN 38011 Charge: Agg. assault with injury

Fleckinger, Douglas Nicholas Born: 1/18/1983 649 Hawkings Rd. Burlison, TN 38015 Charge: Possession of controled substance

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

Lewis, Edward Lee Born: 9/12/1968 1823 Ray Lane Covington, TN 38019 Charge: Habitual motor vehicle offender

Little, Jessica Maria Born: 3/9/1985 242 Crawford Henning, TN 38041 Charge: Promotion of meth manufacturing

Richardson, John Clarence Born: 6/30/1982 3244 Sunnyside Brighton, TN 38011 Charge: Poss. sch. II drug with intent

Rodgers, Frederick Shovell Born: 5/6/1976 879 Millervend Rd. Memphis, TN 38016 Charge: Theft over $1,000

Scott, Mario Andrettie Born: 8/1/1970 3600 Pleasant Hollow Apt. 75 Memphis, TN 38116 Charge: Habitual motor vehicle offender

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Under arrest

The following persons were booked into the Tipton County Correctional Facility during the week of Aug. 12-18.

▪ Battle, Benjamin Eugene, 40, violation of sexual offender acte, Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Benson, Anthony O’Neal, 32, domestic assault, Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Benson, Racrius Narvous, 27, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, no seatbelt; Aug. 12, MPD ▪ Bland, Ladaveon Rayshawn, 20, failure to appear, Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Boddie, Dewayne Marquette, 45, reckless driving, driving unregistered vehicle, DL required; Aug. 13, MPD ▪ Brewer Melissa Shawn, 46, failure to pay child support, Aug. 16, TCSO ▪ Briguglio, Kandice Marie, 18, poss. sch. IV, VI drugs, window tint laws; Aug. 18, CPD ▪ Bringle, William Steven, 32, simple poss. marijuana, Aug. 13, CPD ▪ Bryant, David Mitchell, 40, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, DUI first offense, domestic assault, violation of implied consent law; Aug. 12, CPD ▪ Buford, Levy Eric, 50, failure to pay child support, Aug. 15, TCSO ▪ Cockrell, Alex Timothy, 20,criminal trespassing, agg. burglary; Aug. 12, TCSO ▪ Cockerell, Andrew Lee, 20, filing false report, Aug. 12, TCSO ▪ Crawford, Joshua Cody, 19, underage consumption, public intoxication; Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Daniel, Relandow Wardreguz, 18, agg. burglary, Aug. 13, MPD ▪ Davis, Reece Nathanial,

45, poss. sch. VI drug, Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Day, David Edward, 36, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Aug. 14, MPD ▪ Fleming, Rodney Donell, 25, burglary, Aug. 13, TCSO ▪ Fleming, Tyler-Wayne Mize, 21, burglary, theft under $1,000; Aug. 13, TCSO ▪ Flowers, Tyron Devoe, 22, forgery, Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Frazier, Danny Lee, 47, domestic assault, Aug. 13, CPD ▪ Gerhardt, Aaron Adam, 19, failure to pay fines by defendant, Aug. 16, CPD ▪ Greenhaw Jr., Johnny Mack, 40, failure to pay child support, Aug. 17, TCSO ▪ Guinn, Bradley Boyd, 36, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, disregard stop sign; Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Hajjeh, Numan Maustaya, 31, perjury, Aug. 15, TCSO ▪ Hendrix, Ellen Marie, 33, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license x 2; Aug. 13, CPD ▪ Henry, Jeffrey Len, 44, public intoxication, Aug. 17, TCSO ▪ Hess, Kimble Arness, 46, habitual motor vehicle offender, Aug. 15, TCSO ▪ Hess, Mark Daniel, 42, failure to pay child support, Aug. 15, TCSO ▪ Hobson, Anthony Darnell, 23, Aug. 17, TCSO ▪ Hodges, Stephanie Marie, 32, domestic assault, Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Hunt, Richie Doyle, 23, assault, failure to pay child support, Aug. 13, TCSO

▪ Jennette, Phyllis Jean, 36, domestic assault, Aug. 12, TCSO ▪ Johnson, Trawick Stewart, 19, disoderly conduct, resisting, assault; Aug. 16, TCSO ▪ Jones, Cleophus Dewuan, 30, shoplifting, Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Kesler, Carla Denise, 41, theft, Aug. 17, TCSO ▪ Lacross, Christopher Evans, 42, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, disregard stop sign; Aug. 18, APD ▪ Leonard, Michael Levoid, 58, light law, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Lewis, Aaron Alton, 25, theft under $500, Aug. 12, TCSO ▪ Marbry, Fallon Brooke, 28, public intoxication, Aug. 12, CPD ▪ Martin III, Vernon William, 40, driving on rev./canc./susp. license, Aug. 17, THP ▪ McClain, Christopher Wayne, 32, domestic assault, Aug. 12, CPD ▪ McFarland, Robyn Lynn, 38, worthless check x 2, Aug. 15, TCSO ▪ Meadors, Bryan Anthony, 30, failure to pay child support, Aug. 15, TCSO ▪ Montesi, Jessica Claire, 18, underage consumption, public intoxication, criminal impersonation; Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Mosher, Jesse Clarence, 35, violation of sexual offender act, Aug. 16, TCSO ▪ Mosley, Dexter Brent, 21, poss. marijuana, reckless endangerment; Aug. 12, CPD ▪ Mustion, James Kevin, 20, tampering with

evidence, simple poss. marijuana, seat belt law, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license; Aug. 13, TCSO ▪ Nelson, Tyrone Neon, 24, poss. sch. II drug, Aug. 16, TCSO ▪ Payne, Marcus Kanard, 33, driving on rev./canc./ susp. license, Aug. 16, APD ▪ Revels, Jesse Randle, 31, agg. assault no injury, Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Rylant, Phylis, 62, domestic assault, Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Smith, Ronald Charles, 59, disorderly conduct, public intoxication; Aug. 17, BPD ▪ Somerville, Arthur Lewis, 47, forgery, theft; Aug. 13, CPD ▪ Taylor, Cataurius Antwain, 25, tampering with evidence, simple poss.. marijuana; Aug. 13, CPD ▪ Taylor, Ocie, 64, domestic assault, Aug. 14, TCSO ▪ Terry, Runetta Yvette, 50, cruelty to animals, Aug. 16, TCSO ▪ Thompson, Thomas Anthony, 21, burglary, failure to appear, Aug. 15, CPD ▪ Townsend, Kirsten Meghan, 23, failure to pay fines by defendants; Aug. 16, CPD ▪ White, Thomas T., 41, agg. assault with injury, Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Williams, James Patrick, 20, underage consumption, public intoxication; Aug. 18, TCSO ▪ Winfrey, Eric Anton, 32, domestic assault, Aug. 12, CPD ▪ Wolfe, Kyle Harold, 24, DUI first offense, Aug. 17, TCSO

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Obituaries

THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2012 ▪ A6 www.covingtonleader.com

Neil Zimmerman

arrival two siblings Eddie Anderson (Evon) and Velma Kirkland.

Joseph David Rose

Neil Zimmerman, age 78, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2012 at Meridian Care Center in Meridian, Idaho. He was born April 20, 1934 in Washington TWP, Wisc. to Waldo Edward Zimmerman and Elsa (Klassy) Zimmerman. He was preceded in death by his father, Waldo Zimmerman. Neil graduated from Monticello High School in 1952 and then attended Vocational School in Madison. He joined the military in 1953 and was honorably discharged in 1961.

For over 50 years Neil was an amateur radio operator which was his passion. His call letters were NB7Q. In January 1975, Neil accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior and was a faithful follower and teacher.

Neil is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Carol; son Michael of Alaska, daughter Patti Zollinger of Meridian, Idaho, son David Zimmerman (Marsha) of Burlison, Tenn. and daughter, Laurie Nitz (Curtis Farris) of Meridian, Idaho; grandsons Paul Hayes, Phillip Hayes-Vasilieva (Olga), Christopher Hayes (Chattian Apataki), all of Alaska; granddaughter Caitlin Nitz of Ohio; grandson Jordan Nitz of Filer, Idaho; great granddaughter Hazel Kahlan Hayes of Alaska.; mother Elsa of Wisconsin; sister Dorothy Schlapbach of Monroe, Wisconsin and several nieces, nephews and friends.

The family would like to thank the staff of Meridian Care Center and Legacy Hospice for their quality care of Neil.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research or be made to Meridian Assy. of God in family’s honor.

A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on August 15, 2012 at Meridian Assembly of God, 1830 N. Linder Rd., Meridian, Idaho 83646 with Pastor Ed Kreiner officiating.

Remembrances may be left the family at http://www. accentfuneral.com. Services are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

Joseph David Rose was born and died on Saturday, August 18, 2012.

He is survived by his parents, Steven and Teara Smith Rose, brother Jaden Stiles, sister Sophia Rose and grandparents Regina Smith of Covington, Michael Smith of Olive Branch, Miss., Micky Rose of Burlison and Denise Crow of Burlison.

Graveside services were held on Tuesday, Aug. 21 at Mudville Cemetery in Rosemark.

April 20, 1934 – August 7, 2012

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

James E. “Duke” Walton

Date of Death – August 15, 2012 James E. “Duke” Walton, of Whiteville, born to the late Charles Anderson and Lorine Walton, expired Wednesday August 15, 2012 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.

Visitation will be Friday, August 24, from 1-7 p.m., wake 6-7 p.m. at Palmer Funeral Home in Mason.

Services Saturday 1 p.m. at Union Hill Baptist Church with burial in church cemetery both in Gallaway.

Survivors includes his wife: Shareese Walton of Chicago, six children: Tanika Terry, Antrawn Walton, Jamie (Zachariah) Belmont, Latoya (Demarius) McBride and Marquez Hall all of Mason and Nastassia (Darryl) Nelson of Memphis, nine siblings: Betty (Parnell) Golden, Sr. and Laura Walton both of Somerville, Ray (Jannette) Walton of Oakland, Altha Montaque of Memphis, Lorenzo Walton and Barbara Blade both of Gallaway, Marilyn (Jerold) Money of Cordova, Andrew Blade of Grand Rapids, and Mary (Vernell) Douglas of Whiteville, eight grandchildren and a host of relative and friends.Those awaiting his

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 August 25 Tipton County Veterans Council Pancake Break-

fast will be on Aug. 25, at Restoration Church, 60 E Main St in Munford from 7-10 a.m. For more information visit www. tiptonco.com/docs/2012_ Pancake_Breakfast_Veterans.pdf The annual Miss Tipton County Scholarship Pageant will be held Saturday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. in the historic Ruffin Theater. Any young woman, age 17 through 24, who is interested in competing for the title of Miss

In Loving Memory of

Amanda Clare Ralph August 25, 1978 - May 10, 2007

A Life and Love Remembered Love always and forever, Mom, Dad, Billy, Niece, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and all your friends

James A. “Jim” Johnson December 27, 1936 - Augut 24, 2011

“We are confident, I say, and willing to be absent from the body, and be present with the Lord.”

– II Corinthians 5:8 Deeply love and missed by your wife and family.

Robert Lee Pennington

May 28, 1943 – August 16, 2012 Robert Lee Pennington, 69, of Henning, formerly of Gilt Edge, died on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at his home following a short diagnosis of cancer. He was the son of the late George and Eutha Taylor Pennington.

Mr. Pennington was preceded in death by his first wife, Carolyn Pairmore Pennington.

He is survived by wife Joyce Prater Pennington and sons Randy Pennington (Valerie) and Ricky Pennington (Sandy); sisters Betty Noonan, BonnieUnderwood (Corda), Joyce Morton and Carol Farrell (Philip); seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The family invites you to a memorial service to be held on Saturday, Aug. 25 at 4 p.m. at Brighton Church of Christ on Old Hwy. 51 in Brighton.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

Edith Marie Robertson

Date of Death – August 17, 2012 Edith Marie Robertson, 85, of Memphis, passed away Friday, August 17, 2012. She was a homemaker.

Services were Sunday, August 19 at Maley-Yarbrough Chapel. Interment was at R.H. Munford Cemetery. Reverend Phillip Wilson handled the service.

She is survived by her son, Steve Robertson, and daughters Betty Robertson and Georgie Kitterman, all of Memphis, sisters Margie Faith Franks of Memphis and Jean Rose of Burlison and grandson Shawn Kitterman of Memphis. She was preceded in death by her husband R.L. Robertson.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

Ann Patton Tipton

November 1, 1938 – August 17, 2012 Ann Patton Tipton, 73, formerly of Covington, died on Friday, August 17, 2012. Born in Owensboro, Ky., she was a retired Tipton County teacher and a member of First Presbyterian Church in Covington.

Graveside funeral services were held on Sunday, Aug. 19 at R.H. Munford Cemetery.

Mrs. Tipton leaves daughters Mary Grace Tipton Smith of Savannah and Katherine Tipton Henson of Munford and four grandchildren.

She was the widow of Walker Taylor Tipton.

Memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian’s Planting Faith Ministries (www.plantingfaith.org).

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

Tipton County 2013 may email Mary Gail Elam at mgail00@hotmail.com or Robyn Scott at rmf79@ hotmail.com for an application. You may also find an application on the web site MissTennessee.org. The deadline to apply for the pageant is Friday, Aug. 3. Anyone who has questions about the pageant may email Mary Gail Elam.

September 2 The Coats/Durham families will host a family reunion on Sunday, Sept.

2 at Burlison Community Center. The reunion starts at 11:30 a.m. with

lunch served at 1 p.m.

September 14-16 Munford High School Class of 1992 20-year reunion September 14-16.

For more info visit http:// www.classquest.com October 20 The class of 1992 20-year reunion is getting close!

Classmates, save the date of October 20 and find us on Facebook under “CHS Class of 92” for details. If Facebook isn’t your thing, email us at naw1973@gmail.com so we will have a way to contact you.

August 18, 2012

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

Bobby Mayfield

October 5, 1936 – August 19, 2012 Bobby Mayfield, 75, of Covington, selfemployed electrician, passed away on Sunday, August 19. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 22 at the Covington Funeral Home chapel with interment in Magnolia Gardens Cemetery.

He is survived by two sons, Kelly Mayfield of Covington and Scott Mayfield of Burlison; his wife, Jane Mayfield of Covington; three brothers, Jerry Mayfield of Destin, FL; Wayne Mayfield and Dale Mayfield, both of Covington; one sister, June Mayfield of Covington and nine nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, J. B. Mayfield and one sister, Joan Mayfield. The family requests that any memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.covingtonfuneralhome.com.

The Leader (Covington, Tenn.) August 23, 2012

Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons

By Janet Tharpe

Grilled Sesame Steak Sure to Satisfy “...Grilling brings out the tenderness of this steak.”

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Scott Anderson

e love the all-American burger and hot dogs have their place, but there is just something extra-satisfying about a perfectly grilled steak at a cookout.

Seasoned cook Scott Anderson created this recipe to celebrate the flank steak, which he says is “an often misused piece of beef” since it can become tough if mishandled. Long marinating in a nutty sesame dressing paired with a quick hot grill coaxes out tenderness and delicious flavor every time.

See step-by-step photos of Scott’s recipe plus thousands more from home cooks around the country at: www.justapinch.com/sesamesteak You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”...

Grilled Sesame Flank Steak

- Janet

What You Need 1 c merlot or cabernet red wine 3/4 c red wine vinegar 1/4 c sesame oil 1/2 c olive oil, extra virgin 4 tbsp garlic, chopped 3 tbsp fresh ginger, coarsely chopped 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp cracked black pepper 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt 2 lb beef flank steaks Directions

• Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl, whisking to emulsify.

• Place marinade in two gallon-sized zip lock bags and add one flank steak to each.

Shake to evenly coat meat; refrigerate. Marinate steak overnight turning several times to coat.

• Preheat grill to medium high heat (375 degrees F). Discard marinade and sear steak on each side, approximately 1-2 minutes per side. Continue cooking 6 minutes per side, turning once. When the steak reaches desired doneness, remove from grill and let rest 8-10 minutes under a piece of tented aluminum foil.

Resting allows the juices to pull back into the meat before carving.

Submitted by: Scott Anderson, Shepherdstown, WV (pop. 1,734)

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Four ways to make yourself scam-proof Would you like to have a super power that makes it virtually impossible for someone to trick you out of your hard-earned money? Here are four secrets that are absolutely like kryptonite to scammers.

1. Say, “I am not buying today,” and mean it. You and I have made our worst decisions when we are in a hurry and under heavy sales pressure. Getting second and David Peel third opinPeel Law Firm ions, along with extra time and advice from others, will usually stop the high-pressure sales guys and they will move on to scam an easier victim. My mother gets rid of high pressure folks easily because she says, “Just talk to my son, David; he’s the attorney.” “Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.”

Prov. 11:4.

2. Realize “You can’t get something for nothing.” Ignore letters or emails that ask you to help transfer money into your bank account from Nigeria or to wire money out of the country. You did not win a Canadian lottery you can’t recall even entering. If it seems too good to be true, it is! Never pay money upfront to get a loan or win a lottery or sweepstakes.

Real places never require you to send money to them. Don’t cash checks you get in the mail. “Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows over time.”

Prov. 13:11.

3. “Don’t tell anyone your business.” Never give your social security number, passwords, date of birth, bank account or credit card information to those who call or email you. If someone calls “from your bank” or a credit card company seeking this information, hang up and call them at a number you already have that you know is correct. You will find that both your bank and your credit card company know all those secret things about you and will not be calling to get that information from you. “Discretion will protect you, and

understanding will guard you.” Prov.

2:11.

4. “Don’t promise away tomorrow.” Scammers are not always out to do you harm. Some just always see you as a payday. Someone in your own family may be a black hole that just absorbs money. They are always broke and behind on something that is just critical. It is always someone else’s fault: the car repair guy, the baby’s doctor or the mean landlord who won’t cut them a break. They just need someone to co-sign a loan, and all their problems will disappear. Besides, they will say, they will pay it back. Please never co-sign a loan that you are not willing and able to easily pay in full without a hint of repayment. “It is poor judgment to co-sign a friend’s note, to become responsible for a neighbor’s debts.” Prov. 17:18.

These four secrets, grounded in the Good Book, will keep you from being such an easy victim. For more tips, see my website.

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He often addresses churches, clubs and groups without charge. Mr. Peel may be reached through PeelLawFirm.com wherein other articles may be accessed.

YOUR NEIGHBORS, YOUR EVENTS

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Leslie Grandberry to marry Gerren Paige

James and Genice Grandberry would like to announce the marriage of their daughter, Leslie Michelle Grandberry to Gerren Andre’ Paige, son of Charles and Pinkie Paige.

The bride elect is the granddaughter of Emma Jean Grandberry. She is a graduate of Munford High School and the University of Memphis. She is presently employed as a paralegal.

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The future groom is the grandson of Julia Grady Brown. He is a graduate of Stone High School, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston Campus and Mississippi State University. He is employed as a staff accountant.

The couple will exchange vows September 1, 2012 and will honeymoon in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Kirby Powell becomes the bride of Drew Kinningham

The following are marriage licenses for the month of July 2012 and were recorded in the county clerk office of Mary Gaither.

David Eugene Adams to Shirley Marie Russell Goss of Atoka Andrew Paul Blincoe to Kaylee Alexis Russell of Union City Matthew Blaine Carnett to Jennifer Gayle Pugh of Memphis Brandon Allan Cobb to Rebekah Gayle Shockley of Covington Marty Von Copeland to Deborah Kaye Goff Landreth of Covington Robert Cameron Dickey to Rachel Marie Nance of Searcy, Ark. John Andrew Fairchild to Belinda Bardroff of Munford Dane David Funk to Rosemarie Mata Callahan Bryan of Brighton Johnathan Wade Gibson to Alicia Michelle Ferrell of Brigh-

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Bridal Registry August Jennifer Fowler to Jake Winberry Ashley Flowers to Craig Wright September Pamela Curran to Gary Hattaway Tammy Felix to Garrett Petty Kerry Ann Owen to Michael David Carley Glass & John Johnson October Chanel Watson to Thomas Weddington Claire Peeler to Jacob Cezley Lauren Williams to Logan Wall Shelley O’Brian to Hogan Maughan Christen Coulston to Craig Simonton Misty Ward to Tobye Maclin Erin Hazlerig & Mitchell Martin Claire Peeler & Jacob Gezley Haley Stone & Alex Mashburn Natalie Carpenter & Bo Smith

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ton Kurt Daniel Gray to Alysha Nicole Hampton of Covington Jamal Borshet Hall to Latoya Quinn Buford of Brighton Willie Jackson to Ernestine Starks Brown of Moscow Jonathon Wayne Kiddy to April Nicole Carter of Munford Casey Allan Charles Komoromi to Brittany Dawn Garnsey of Mason Christopher Lee Marcy to Crystal Paige Allen Patrick of Mason Henry Bryson McCain III to Jacqueline Elaine Stiles Spencer of Atoka Otis Paul McKell to Jacqueline Yvonne Burton McKell of Covington Paul Jeffery McPeak, Jr. to Baily Nichole Hickman of Munford Calvin Lee Miller to Lorene Johnson of Covington Joseph Tyler Newman to Samantha Nicole Clements of

Brighton Robert Gene Newton to Debra Lynn Liberto of Covington Richard Niel O’Brien to Amanda Kalyn Grivert of Covington Emory Ester Poole to Anne Frances Sturdivant Self of Brownsville Gary Glenn Rickett to Linda Hope Feltz Shupe of Brighton Alvin Charles Schmitt to Penina Louise Numera Dooley of Atoka Ronald Allen Standford to Sandra Marlene Wright Taylor of Munford Scott Craig Taylor to Sharon Kay Engle of Atoka Jose A Vasquez to Elida M Ramirez of Memphis James Polk Wade, Jr. to Jennifer Jill Sipe of Munford Christopher Jerrett Williams to Geraldine Fields Casey of Atoka Autrell Williams to Latonya Burnett of Covington

Happy 10th Birthday

Hope Marie

We love & miss you so much!

Hope to see you soon!

Love ya!

Papa & Mimi Beasley

Tipton County Commission on Aging events sponsored by

Jim Baddour III, DDS and Staff TCCA and the Covington Senior Center are seeking volunteers for upcoming programs. We are currently seeking volunteers for jewelry making and kiln fired ceramics. If you are interested please contact Kelly West at 901-476-1068.

Just for Fun Craft Club- The craft club meets twice this month on Monday, Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. in the dining hall of the CSC. Bible Study- Bible Study will be held at the CSC on Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. This non-denominational class is open to all. The facilitator this month is Mr. John Currie and he will be studying the book of Acts.

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

Miss Kirby Ann Powell and Mr. William Andrew Kinningham exchanged vows on Friday, May 11, 2012 at 6 p.m. in the Four Seasons Garden at Heartwood Hall in Piperton, Tenn. The ceremony was officiated by the Reverend Dr. Scott Sealy. The wedding music was composed and arranged by the groom’s father, Dr. Alan Kinningham and rendered by a string quartet and pianist.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Pilkington and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Powell of Covington. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Alan Kinningham of Covington.

The bride, given in marriage by her parents, wore an elegant ivory sleeveless gown with a sweetheart neckline. The dress by Christina Wu was made of tulle and lace, and accented with beads, pearls and a flower on the waistband with a semi cathedral train. She wore a fingertip length veil trimmed in lace. The bride completed her wedding day ensemble with purple shoes to match the bridesmaid’s dresses and vintage pearl jewelry. She carried a bouquet of ivory vendela roses, lily of the valley, garden roses, lisianthius, tulips, hydrangea, ranunculus, maidenhair fern and seeded eucalyptus wrapped in ivory ribbon with

a lace handkerchief borrowed from the bride’s grandmother.

Serving as maid of honor was Sarah Kaitlyn Fee and the bridesmaid was Sydney Lane Pilkington, sisters of the bride.

The groom’s brother, Thomas Bennett Kinningham, served as the best man with the groom’s father, Dr. Alan Kinningham, as groomsman. Ushers were Clayton Blaine Click, Hayden Glass Powell and Griffin Waits Powell. Attendants were Allison Grace Click and Anna Catherine Click.

A poolside cocktail hour was held in the courtyard with a reception following in The Barn, catered by Heartwood Hall. The wedding cake was a five-tier ivory confection of white and strawberry cake with almond butter cream icing and lace details made of fondant. It was topped with fresh flowers.

The groom’s cake was a three-tier white and chocolate cake with a University of Memphis theme. Entertainment was provided by the Memphis All-Stars Band.

A rehearsal dinner was given on May 10, 2012 by the parents of the groom at Vinegar Jim’s in Arlington, Tenn.

After a honeymoon in Antigua, the couple has made their home in Springfield, Mo.

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Bingo- Bingo will be held in the dining hall of the CSC on Friday, Aug. 24 and 31 beginning at 10 a.m. each day.

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Wii Games- Wii is back! Join Kelly in the dining hall of the CSC on Thursday, Aug. 23 at 9 a.m. for Wii video games.

Chelsey & Cole McCain Baby Boy due Aug. 21st Lori Beth & Allen Belk Baby Boy due Aug. 26th Kim & Jason Fowler Baby Boy due Sept. 24th Megan & Matthew Brown Baby Boy due Oct. 24th Whitney & Andrew Conner Baby Boy due Oct. 1st Charli & John Gorman Baby Girl due Oct. 18th Congrats to: Lauren & Trey Heath on the birth of their daughter, Mackenzie Ann Leslie & Ryan Chase on the birth of their daughter, Cambree Brooke

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With a Medicare Advantage plan, you have capped your maximum at $3,400 to $7,000. Not a bad deal in the abysmal economy. Oh, and most of these plans INCLUDE Medicare part D, the next part we have not covered: Prescription drug coverage.

Part C - Medicare Advantage either comes with or without Part D. Most do however. One would be a fool NOT to enroll into a MAPD plan (the PD stands for prescription drugs).

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We have lots more to cover, but it will have to come in future articles; my word count has reached its allotment. If these pieces are important to you, reach out to us at 901-389-7258 or dbaltimore@scfginc.net and we can discuss further.

Storytelling- Join Ms. Cozet Jones as she weaves fabulous stories on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 10 a.m. in the dining hall of the CSC. To Your Health Get Fit, Stay Fit- Join other seniors every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:15 a.m. at the CSC for 45 minutes of great stretching and strengthening exercises. This is just right for everyone 55 and older.

Tap Dance Class- Kay Catterton, our volunteer instructor always welcomes new students. The tap class meets on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the TCCA dance room. The cost is $3 a class.

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

Mrs. Juanita Joyner is the instructor.

Ballroom Dancing- Ballroom Dancing classes are every Wednesday at 12 p.m. in the TCCA dance room. Richard Bishop is the instructor and the cost is $8 per class. Singles and couples are welcomed!

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.

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

A8 • Thursday, August 23, 2012 • THE LEADER

Almyra Libby CLick

Hi everyone. These cooler temperatures have been so nice. Charlie and I had an opportunity to sit outside in our swing in the evening Sunday night following our evening service at church.

Even the darkness is beginning to arrive some-

Brighton Debe Simonton

Hello My Friends, how beautiful it is outside this morning. The humidity is down and it makes it so pleasant.

Here are some announcements from the High School. Tonight is the annual BHS open house. It will be at 6:30 p.m. Parents and students are to meet in the gym. This is a great opportunity to meet the teachers of your student.

The football team is on the field! Every Friday night at 7 p.m. We are excited to get this season going. Our season last year was terrific so lets get out there and support our team. Tickets are only $5. The BHS band has a knock out performance too. They have been working hard this season to prepare for the

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what earlier. Still just praying for rain. Watering the trees and flowers are a daily habit.

Last week my sister and I traveled over to West Memphis, Ark., to visit our half-sister. She was turning 75 week. We met at the Cracker Barrel and surprised her with gifts and some pictures from the past. She got tears

in her eyes when I gave her a large picture of our father. It was so nice to see her and her son and share old stories.

My dear friend Anna Kiss and I finally had a “girls’ day out,” also last week. We’ve been trying for weeks. We both wore ourselves down. We realized towards the end of

season and competitions coming up. Also the football team and the band are selling spirit wear for great prices. The football spirit trailer will be set up on the track. We are selling everything at great discounts to get ready to introduce our new shirts.

So come on by and support these two great efforts. These profits go to help purchase needed equipment and materials for the students; also, to feed the players.

Happy birthday to these wonderful people: Elizabeth Wilson Charlene Baskin, Jamie Hunter, Lori Coleman, Coleman Stitt, Bennett Stitt, Emily Crocker, Donna June Gatlin Martin on the 25th!, Dawn Daniels Rogers, Brandy Walker, and Scottie Delashmit. Hope all of you have a wonderful day! My sweet daughter and son-in-law, Ryan,

have their third wedding anniversary this week on the 22nd. Happy Anniversary!

Neal is sick with asthma and bronchitis once again. The same thing he had last year about this time. Please send prayers out for him. Our sweet Riggs in Hawaii is doing well. As most know by now, he had a seizure on the first day of kindergarten and scared us all.

He has had tests run and Danielle, and her husband Paul, have decided to watch him for the next few months and go back to the neurologist and reevaluate.

Please keep all those who you know who are ill, chronically ill, grieving, or suffering in any way in your prayers.

Make everyday count and be of service to one another. Love to you all, Debe

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Gilt Edge Johnny Bylue

The Randolph United Methodist Church will be having a homecoming Sept. 9-12. The speaker will be minister Brad Jordan of Quito UMC. A potluck meal will follow the service Sept.

12. There will be special singing every night. The church is located at 98 Ballard Slough Rd., phone number is 4756770, minister Ben Rainey.

The Randolph Assembly of God Church will be celebrating 50 years on Oct. 14. The homecoming speaker will

be minister Carlton Rose who preached at Randolph from its beginning in 19621971. The church is located at 1135 Randolph Rd., phone number is 476-8244, minister Larry Rose.

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

The speaker is minister Daniel Dalton of Gilt Edge.

Please remember those in the hospital, nursing home, military and their

Tipton County Adult Development Center Floyd Columbus

Two of our former service recipients came by to visit us, Jerry and Terry Bouwman. It was good to see them, hope they come back again.

Recipients are also working on their outcomes. They also do a daily devotional in the front room Monday-Friday. They watch a DVD of the Jeffersons too. Staff and service recipients are watching a DVD of Superman.

We also worked on get-well cards for the nursing home. They are playing a couple of games on the computer Wheel of Fortune and Deal or No Deal. We also turned one of the classrooms into an activity room for the time being.

Staff and service recipients went to the nursing home to give out get well cards to the patients and visit them afterwards we went to the library to check out some books then we went to Kroger’s where some of the service recipients purchased some items and worked on money-management.

They are watching a DVD of the Three Stooges and a DVD of Soccer Dog. My mother and I watched some old T.V. westerns on T.V. and some NASCAR races on T.V. and went to church and Sunday school on Sunday. Both centers are planning a trip to the Casey Jones Museum and restaurant on Wednesday, Aug. 29 in Jackson.

Until next time.

Jamestown DarSay Burton

Greetings, hope everyone’s a lot cooler since we’ve had some rain. It cooled things off, plus it was so badly needed everywhere.

Can you believe it? It’s almost time once again for Jamestown Community Health Organization (JCHO) annual gala, “A Night of Elegance” which comes around every October. JCHO president Rev. Pearl Andrews and all of her wonderful staff will once more bring it on in a night that will be fit for royalty - Oct. 27, beginning at 7 p.m. at the beautiful NSA Pat Thompson Conference Center in Millington.

Tickets will be $20 per person. Program coordinators Gwen Cooke and Pam Cobbs Springfield are very excited and hope to see you all there.

Sunday, Aug. 19 was youth day ay Bright Hill M.B. Jamestown. Pastor S.P. Cole was excited over it all going so well.

Assoc. Pastor Rev. Pearl Andrews brought the morning message. Several special friends from St. Louis were on hand for this special day. Rev. Romel Andrews brought the afternoon message.

Dinner was served between services. Rev. Andrews is a member of Elam Baptist Church of

Ripley.

Friends and family from Jamestown, Memphis, Millington, Covington and beyond will gather tomorrow evening at the 7 p.m., Aug. 24 at “The Vine” midtown, celebrating 30 years of ministerial services by our very own Rev. Steven A. Miller, Sr., son of Amos (A.E. Miller of Jamestown and Dollie Cummings of Memphis. He’s pastor of North Star Community Church in Memphis and husband of Dorothy Ingram Miller, Esq. Ticket price is $50 a person and it’s semi-formal.

The celebration will end for Rev. Miller Sunday morning Aug. 26 at 11 a.m. at North Star Comm. Church will special guest speaker from New Isreal AME Church, Albany, New York, Rev. Edward B. Smart who performed the ordination ceremonies 30 years ago for Rev. Miller. Dinner will be served immediately after the service in the church’s dinning room. The public is invited to attend.

Isiah Burton, Sr. is back at home. He came home last Thursday from Covington Care facilities where he was a patient in P.T. after having suffered a minor fall several months ago. Wife Willie Mae and his entire family are thrilled he’s back at home and doing quite well. Isiah only turned 92 years young on Aug. 14,

looking like a very handsome 72 of course!

The secretary of Bright Hill M.B. Church, Sandra Cobbs, along with family and friends presented member Mildred Reed Sherrill with gifts for her birthday, Sunday morning, Aug. 30.

Happy birthday this week to Pastor Steven Miller, Sr. and Gladys Miller on Aug. 22, Tamere Flowers and Tarnesha Harber – 23rd, Bro. Thomas Bounds – 25th, Charles Mosley, Jr. – 26th We are in prayer for Doris King, Jennie Stewart, Posey Reed, Ruth Alston, Louise Mason, Joseph Heaston, Sr., Katerene Harver, Willie “Shade” Alston, Carlotta Jones, Flossie Woods, Jessie Lawson, Ruth Griffin, Mins. Pink Sherrill, Jr., Gladys Miller and family, Ruldoph Boykins and family, Beaulah Wakefield, Rhonda HeastonMcLin and family, Eula Culbreath and family, Wayne Jerry, George Harper, Percy White and family, Robert Smith and family, Ada Fletchr, Mary Ballard, Connie and Christine Brown, Gigi Baker, and Charlene and Davis Sneed, Rufus Garner, Naomi Cobbs Dandridge and family and yours truly (muscle spasms, ouch!)

All for now, remember, “There’s only one way to fail, quit!”

Until next time

Mt. Carmel Elaine Watkins

This week’s farm report: Corn continues to be shelled. We got another half inch of rain Thursday night - that made an inch total with last Monday’s storm, plus another tenth in intermittent showers on Friday morning. We’ll take it!

Cotton is really blooming and putting on bolls and bean pods are filling out. Looks like a decent

harvest year. We haven’t gotten normal rainfall but it’s much better than what they got this year.

I had to go to Jackson last Thursday for a soil conservation summer meeting. I was third in line and had to host the meeting. Had an agenda to go by, so it wasn’t bad.

Got everyone to lunch anyway! I missed riding with our past secretary, Bonnie Holloway, who needs prayers right

now for an infection she is fighting. She’s in my prayers and I need to go see her. Hope she’s better soon and can enjoy her retirement!

This cooler weather, highs in the 80’s and lows in the 60’s, reminds me that fall is coming.

Made a big pot of vegetable soup yesterday that we are still working on. Love this weather and can’t wait for it SEE MT. CARMEL, PAGE A9

Military Matters SN Randi Pruitt Navy Seaman Randi A. Pruitt, daughter of Donna L. and Abraham J. Pruitt of Covington, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Pruitt completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

The capstone event of boot camp is “Battle Stations.” This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. “Battle Stations” is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Its distinctly ‘’Navy’’ flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor.

Pruitt is a 2007 graduate of Covington High School.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS OF STATE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION BIDS TO BE RECEIVED SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

Bids for the construction or maintenance of the following projects will be received via the Internet until 10:00 A.M., Friday, September 14, 2012 and opened publicly in the Construction Division, Suite 700, James K. Polk Ofce Building, Nashville, TN, 37243-0326 and posted to the TDOT Construction Division website (www.tdot.state.tn.us/construction/bid_lettings. htm) at that hour. BENTON, CROCKETT, DECATUR, DYER, FAYETTE, HAYWOOD, HENDERSON, MADISON, OBION, SHELBY, AND TIPTON COUNTIES (Contract No. CNL281) Call No. 004. Project No. 98048-412304. The random on-call cable barrier repair on various Interstate and State Routes. Project Length - 0.000 mile. Completion Time - On or before December 31, 2013 (See Special Provision 108B). NO PLANS CONTRACT. TIPTON COUNTY (Contract No. CNL278) Call No. 037. Project No. 841024208-04. The repair of the bridge on U.S. 51 (S.R. 3) northbound over Big Creek (L.M. 1.66). Project Length - 0.000 mile. Completion Time - On or before August 15, 2013. Plans Cost - $10.00. INTERNET BIDDING MANDATORY ON ALL CONTRACTS. A Prime Contractor must prequalify with the Department of Transportation in accordance with Section 54-5117 of the “Tennessee Code Annotated” and Tennessee Department of Transportation Rule 1680-5-3 prequalication of contractors before bidding authorization will be provided. Unauthorized bids will not be considered for award. The Tennessee Department of Transportation hereby noties all bidders that it will afrmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex or disability in consideration for an award. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity afrmative action employer, drug-free with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or military service. Telephone (615) 741-5996. THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS IS RESERVED. Bidding authorization, standard specications and standard drawings may be obtained by contacting the Department of Transportation, Construction Division, Suite 700, James K. Polk Building, Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0326, Telephone number (615) 741-2414. Plans may be obtained by contacting the Tennessee Department of Transportation, Copy Center, Level A, James K. Polk Building, Nashville, Tennessee 37243-0330; Telephone number (615) 741-2048.

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A9 • Thursday, August 23, 2012 • The Leader

Elm Grove Tula Starr

Hello dear friends, last week on Monday we went to Covington to Tipton County Commission on Aging at 401 S. College in Covington. This Monday we went again. We had a full course meal, with meat loaf, sliced potatoes, green beans, and mixed fruit and bread. Someone had a birthday and we had cake and ice cream. We are enjoying making some new friends.

Some of the things they offer are: exercise, dancing of all kinds, Bible study, board games of all kind, bingo, get fit and stay fit and much more. Anyone interested, just go by and talk with them. I am very interested in starting a “creative writing” group, if we can get at least three people to come.

Last Saturday there was a big “to do party” at Randolph On The River (our former home) sponsored

by Tennessee Parks and Greenways. The Sons on the Confederate put on a demo.

They had fresh grilled hotdogs and hamburgers and drinks. They were so good to sit outside and eat in the yard. It was a fun day.

I first wrote the following 55 years ago: My First Baby What love I have for

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to be permanent. Been a hot, hot summer, but then in February, when we were having temps in the 80’s and wondering what July would be like - well, we found out!

The annual Watkins reunion, descendants of Ed and Nettie Crump Watkins, is Sunday, Aug. 26. We have a good crowd and lots of great food every year. Expect the same this year. It’s always fun to see everyone again and see what pictures and

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you and the joy you have brought to me. Love, joy, happiness, pleasure, none of these words are adequate for expressing how I feel about you. No greater love can two people have in a marriage that to plan for and have a baby. I think it’s miraculous to feel another life inside your very own body only joys of this kind can be experienced by a woman.

The flutter or sudden movement of a hand, arm, or foot, you let me know right away that you were well and active. You were scheduled to arrive on my 25th birthday.

(March 2) We had been to a birthday party at our next door neighbor’s. You were not due for two more weeks. It was 11:30 on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 1957 and the pains began. Called Dr. Cross. He said, “time the pains, leave for the hospital when they are ten minutes apart”. I got up out of bed took a shower, washed and rolled my hair and sure enough when we arrive at the hospital all systems were on go. Dr. Cross had told us earlier you were turned the wrong way. He had tired previously to get you to turn in the right position... after black and blue marks on my stomach for several weeks, you were still in the breech position, yes, you had a mind of your own - so you were born feet first.

At 3:30 Feb. 20, 1957 you arrived, weighing in at five pounds and 12 ozs. and 18 inches long. You were very tiny, red and wrinkled.

Yes, you had two arms, two legs, and as I counted, 1, 2, 3, 4, and five fingers and toes on each hand and foot. Your head was perfect and round, a very small nose and mouth. Your eyes were bright shinning blue; you hair was brown and thick at birth, which was soon replaced by fine sandy hair that did not grow very much at first. Some people thought you were a baby boy, even if you were dressed in a pink dress with a pink bow stuck to your head with scotch tape.

Your voice was loud and strong and you never did need much sleep, as it seemed to us. We went around the house for three months acting like zombies in a daze. You had the colic so bad it really hurt us all.

Nothing seemed to help - so we stayed up late, rocked and rocked, watched the late show on TV ant then the late, late show - still no rest.

It seemed that all you did was eat and cry and wet and then cry some more. When your father came in the door from working at the office all day, I would meet him at the door - “please take this baby - she has cried all day” and I would start to cry my eyes out too. He would send

me to bed to get some rest and he would just take over.

It was sure hard in the beginning. I was so nervous and I was very determined to breast-feed you - then I would worry, afraid you were not betting enough to eat. We did worry and fret and stew, we were so afraid and so new at being parents.

It did all come to an end or else, we learned to cope with it. One sweet smile a gurgle or a twinkle of your eyes just melted our hearts and made it all worth-while.

Yes, you were a beautiful baby.

We were so proud of our nursery - we had worked for weeks fixing it up. The nursery was our den but you just took over from the beginning. The walls were daffodil yellow; the curtains were black corduroy that looked like crushed velvet.

On the curtain were animals I had cut out and stitched on. There were pink elephants, brown monkeys, yellow cats, blue bears, pink pigs, etc. The bassinet I covered with some white organdy curtains with wide ruffles around the top and ruffles at the bottom with yellow ribbons and bows all around.

To see you learn to play, with hands, feet at first, learn nose, eyes, moth, etc. to sit alone, to crawl, to talk was a magnitude of pride

other memorabilia someone brought to share, 12:30 p.m. at the Covington Church of Christ.

Jeff Hanks got through his brain surgery to relieve a painful nerve problem in his face and is home. Aiden Sallee has kidney problems and needs prayers, along with Kaci Renfroe and her aunt, Donna Sonwineski, who will have heart surgery tomorrow. Bonnie Holbrook is not feeling well and Jaxton Carter, grandson of Tim and Ginger Sallee, remains in the NICU in Johnson City. So many are on our prayer list.

Please remember them, as well as our servicemen and women, and our voters.

Sympathy is extended to Casey Fletcher in the death of his cousin, Rick Delashmit.

That family has my prayers.

The birthday party at Covington Care will be at 2:30 p.m. on the 25th.

Happy Birthday this week goes to David Nance and Austin Phillips on Aug. 19, to Carol “Buddie” McMahan on the 20th, to Morgan Anderson on the 21st, to Aubrey Billings on the 23rd and to AIden Sallee on the 25th!

Happy Anniversary to

Tracy and Tricia Speight on Aug. 22 and to Brian and Shelley Dickey and Alan and Debbie Otts on the 23rd!

This from June Walton: The Coats/Durham Family Reunion will be on Sept. 2 at Burlison Community Center.

Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the meal will commence at 1 p.m. Thanks, June, and Sa-lute!

This Week’s Farmer’s Almanac Quote: “For every fog in August, there will be one snow in the coming winter”.

I’m waiting! Enjoy the cooler weather and low humidity!

Until next week.

The Civil War and Tipton County: June 1862 Compiled by Russell B. Bailey Tipton County Historian Randolph The Federal gunboat Cairo arrived at Randolph and Fort Pillow on June 13, 1862 where they would spend the next three months at Pillow “demolishing fortifications, patrolling both sides of the river and working on their boat… fatigue parties from the Cairo visited Fort Randolph where they loaded the big guns aboard steamboats for shipment up the river.”

On June 16, Commander Charles H. Davis of the Union Navy named the vessel captured by Commander Egbert Thompson in the Hatchie River on June 9, 1862, the General Pillow. Sent to Cairo, the General Pillow was repaired and put into Federal service. Commander Davis wrote: “The captured steamer (B. M. Moore)…

I have named General Pillow in honor of that gigantic military genius. The only object to the name is but a little thing, it is sound in the hull which can’t be said

of Gen. Pillow. However, she resembles the general in another particular; she has a great capacity for Blowing and makes a noise altogether disproportionate to her dimension.”

Tipton’s Artillerymen On June 28, Admiral David G. Farragut sailed his Federal fleet up the Mississippi past the Confederate defenses of “Fortress Vicksburg”. Confederate artillerymen fired cannon at the Union vessels.

This was the beginning of a year-long effort by the North to control the navigation of the Mississippi. Approximately 34 men from Tipton fought in the battle, serving in 2d Co. A, 1st Regiment Tennessee Heavy Artillery: Leander Allen, Lafayette Allen, Josiah Washington Bandy, E. B. Daniel, Lewis W. Davis Sr., William C. Davis, A. H. Ferrell, M. C. Fleming, W. H. Griffith, Marcus H. Hartsfield, James H. Hughlett, G. J. Hutchinson, Marcus L. Ivey, J. G. Lake, John Lopez, Jacob Muse, Alfred A. Myers, Walter Oneal, An-

derson Parham, John Peter Townsend, Josephus Conn Guild Townsend, Henry S. Pitt, Lawrence Raynor, J. A. Solomon, Frank A. St. Sure, Bryant Tillman, William F. Tillman, John Walker, James T. Winborn, Hamilton H. Wiseman, Charles H. Woods, John H. Wood (s), Jordan C. Woods , George S. Wright, J. N. Wright Tipton’s Cavalrymen The 7th Tennessee Cavalry Regiment engaged the Federals at La Fayette Station (Rossville), Fayette County on June 25. The Confederates “attacked and disabled the train” and destroyed railroad cars, capturing Colonel Peter Kinney of the 56th Ohio Infantry and 71 Union soldiers. On the 30th Major W. L. Duckworth engaged the enemy at Morning Sun, Shelby County, killing and wounded 14 and capturing wagons and 31 mules. For these combats by the cavalry, Gen. G. T. Beauregard issued orders expressive of the Army’s appreciation.

On June 14, Major

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The first Christmas, your first doll, the first sand box, your first tricycle – what enjoyment you were to us.

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Continued from A8 the day we can’t do what we used to do. Many of our grandkids have started fall sports now that they are back in school.

Charlie’s high school class had a luncheon last week at Marlo’s. It was good to see everyone. Retirement is not so bad, as long as you can still get around.

Salem Presbyterian Worship is at 11 a.m.

There will be a congregational meeting on Sunday, Aug. 26 to elect an assistant Sunday school superintendent and a secretarytreasurer. Sunday School Teacher Appreciation dinner will be this Saturday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. at Olympic Steak House in Millington. Please let Tim or Charlotte know if you will be attending by the 22nd. Presbyterial will be held here at Salem this Friday at a 6 p.m. supper and 7 p.m. worship. Memorial service and communion and Saturday breakfast at 8 and 9 a.m. meeting and luncheon; as many ladies as possible are encouraged to attend and bring a salad for Saturday lunch.

Sharon Presbyterian Worship is at 9 each Sunday morning. We welcome all members, friends and visitors to our fellowship at Sharon. Please remember to keep those on our prayer list in your prayers.

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no one else in this big world like you. We could see some of each one of us in you. You were ours then, now and forever and we will always love you. Love Mom.

Worship is at 8:45 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. and Bible study at 10 a.m. and again on Wednesday evenings at 7. Everyone is always welcome. On Sunday, Aug. 26 at 4 p.m. we will have a congregational meeting to update everyone with the progress of our building plans. Everyone is encouraged to attend. We extend our deepest sympathy to Casey Fletcher in the death of his cousin, Rick Delashmit.

Congratulations to Larry and Carolyn Whaley on the birth of a grandson, Hudson Taylor Whaley, born on Aug. 8th to Taylor and Tiffany Whaley. Larry Whaley II is the proud new uncle.

Happy birthdays this week go to David Nance, Austin Phillips, Carol McMahan, Morgan Anderson, Aubrey Billings and Aiden Sallee. Hope they are each the greatest!

Happy anniversaries to Tracy and Tricia Speight, Brian and Shelley Dickey and to Alan and Debbie Otts. Congratulations to each of you!

Please continue to remember the many folks on our prayer list. Jeff Hanks had surgery on the 17th.

Billy Chapman had a heart cath this past Monday; have not heard anything yet. Charlie will find out early September the day of his next thyroid surgery.

In closing, please continue to pray for our country. We need it desperately.

Also asking prayers for all of our military here and all over the world. Thank you and have a wonderful week.

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A look at Tipton County’s historical schools This is the last article in The Leader’s summer series on Tipton County’s community schools. I hope you have enjoyed reading about the students, teachers and schools which helped build Tipton County as much as I have researching them. ~ Sherri Onorati Solo School Solo School was located in the Solo Community in northeast Covington, now where the Covington Airport is located. Solo was a farming community like most of Tipton County in its early days and the school was established to educate the children of its farmers and sharecroppers.

The earliest records available at the Board of Education say the school was erected in 1910, a framed three-room schoolhouse with an ordinary stove to heat the building in the winter and opened windows and doors to provide cooling in the hot summer months. The school had one toilet and the children used well water, which had to be brought to the school, as there was no well on the school grounds. In the late 1920s, the school library had eight encyclopedias valued at $50 for the students in grades 1st through 8th to use.

The first teacher record books available start with the 1926-27 school year.

School started on Aug. 2, 1926 and ended on May 6, 1927 and had three teachers that term, Elise Portis, who taught 1st and 2nd grade, Laura Bell Gee taught 3rd, 4th and 5th grades and Thelma Coker taught the upper grades, 6th, 7th and 8th.

The 115 students at Solo spent their days at school learning reading, arithmetic, language, spelling, writing, geography, history and hygiene. On Sept. 16, 1926 students were released for the cotton-picking season and did not return back to school until mid-December.

A few of the family names written in the school’s records include, Adams, Archer, Glenn, Mashburn, Miller, Cannon, Owen, Smith, Chapman, Grantham, Whitehorn, Whaley, Ray and McBride.

Primary teacher Elise Portis, 23, was from Covington, having attended Covington Grammar School and Byars-Hall High School.

She had been a teacher for three years using a teaching permit and taught at Solo starting the year before.

She earned $65 a month for teaching and was charged $20 a month for her room and board.

Twenty-one year old Laura Bell Gee was a brand new teacher with a permanent certificate issued on Aug. 7, 1926, a few days after the term began. She also was a graduate of BHHS and earned her degree from Mississippi Synodical College in Holly Springs. She was paid $65 a month and also charged $20 room and board.

Veteran teacher Thelma Coker taught the 7th and 8th grades. She had been a teacher for six years and began teaching at Solo School during the 1925-26 school term. She was originally from Unionville, Tenn.

Even though she didn’t graduate from high school, she attended Hall Moody Normal School and College. She taught on a permanent certificate, issued in June 1921 and was paid $75 a month and paid $18 a month in room and board.

Twenty-two year old Raymond Faulk, a 1927 graduate of BHHS, joined the school in 1928 as the teacher for the 7th and 8th grades. His starting salary was listed at $80 a month.

During the 1930-31 school year, teachers Lila Mae Hastings and Alice Mae Mills, nee Faulk, received raises of an extra $2.50 a month, raising their monthly pay to $62.50. Raymond Faulk saw his pay lowered to $72. The good fortune did not last though

Above, Betty Strickland's, now Townsend, senior picture as a 1955 graduate of Byar Hall High School.

as the Depression was felt throughout the school system. The following year, the women’s pay was lowered back to $60 a month and Faulk’s was decreased even more to $64 a month and then lowered once more to $55 in 1934. In 1935, the financial affairs of the Board of Education were looking better and Faulk’s pay was raised back to $65 and female teachers, Anne Mae Black and Eleanor Hunt earned $60 a month.

Annie Mae Black, 26, taught 36 students in the 1st and 2nd grades in 1936-37 for $60 a month. She taught her students physical science, arithmetic, reading,

writing, drawing, spelling and had a chapel program.

Newcomers, Charlene Davis and Hampton M. Griffin joined the school as the 4th6th and 7th and 8th grade teachers.

On April 29, 1938, six 8th grade certificates were given to Vera Sale Chapman, Verble Driving, William Adkins, Maurice Finley, Halcomb Wilson and Harold B. Wright. At the end of the school year, the library had a total of 20 books available with a value of $18.

In the fall of 1938, Marshall Smith of Brighton took over as principal of the school. He was just 20 years old. He had attended two years at the state teacher’s college and was considered qualified to teach the intermediate and upper grades.

He earned $65 a month to teach grades 6th through 8th.

Records for the 1930s show that students were taught in a 3-room framed building, which was built in 1915. This schoolhouse was equipped with two toilets, 35 single patent desks and 25 double desks. It stood on 1¼ acres and the value of the building and heating plant was valued at $500, with the grounds valued at $100.

In 1939, Raymond Faulk returned to the school after a three-year absence. He had been a teacher for 11 years and wrote of his daily program of work, “First bell for pupils to get things in readiness for the day’s work sounds at 8:25, second bell at 8:30.

Have math and history before first recess at 10 to 10:15. Following recess have spelling and reading. The noon period is from 12-12:45. From 12:45 to 2 have English and health.

2 to 2:15 the last recess. From 2:15 to 3:15 we have geography and civics. We alternate with art and penmanship. Especially, correlate art with other subjects. Have a 30-minute chapel program each Friday morning. Scripture is read and Bible verses given. Have group singing and special number.

Playgrounds are supervised during play.”

At the end of the 19391940 term he recorded as a part of the year’s work, "Had grounds graded and made more useable. Planted

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This picture, submitted by Mrs. Betty Strickland Townsend, was taken in March 1949 of Dorothy Delashmit’s 5-8 grade class at Solo School. Townsend and her brothers Harold and Charles were in Delashmit’s class and younger sister Imogene was in the 1-4th grade class. 11-year old Betty Strickland is seated in the front row, second from left.

13-year old Harold Strickland is fifth from left, front row and in the middle of the back row is 15-year old Charles Strickland. Jerry Hill is the last boy on right in the back row.

The other students are unidentified. If anyone can identified them (names are included in story), please contact Sherri Onorati.

300 hundred pines, 50 locust and several shrubs and flowers about the grounds."

Four 8th grade certificates were given out on May 1, 1942 to 14-year old John William Short, 15-year old Eugene Smith, 15-year old Carl Faught and 14-year old Emma Helen Chapman.

As the student population dwindle from a high of 139 students to less than 100, the board moved to staffing just two teachers, Clara Fortner and Mrs. Estes Wilson, beginning with the 1943-44 school year, which went from July 19, 1943 to May 5, 1944.

Fortner, born on May 18, 1898 was an older teacher with just five years of experience. She taught grades 1-4 for $70.25 a month. Her records show she didn’t graduate from high school but did attend for three years. During 1944, she took a three-day absence from school to visit with her son who was home on furlough from the war. Mrs. P. Yoakum was her substitute teacher.

Fortner had 59 students that year and failed eight 1st graders. She attributed poor attendance, lack of interest and immaturity as the reason.

Mrs. Estes Wilson of Covington was the upper grades teacher, instructing grades 5-8. She was a veteran teacher with 17 years of experience at eight different schools. She earned $174.25 a month to teach 33 students.

In 1948-49, student population dropped even further, down to 53 students in grades 1-8. Mrs. Dorothy Delashmit, 39, taught grades 5-8 for $152 a month.

She had attended Milligan College for two years, earning 129 credits. She also attended the University Tennessee and earned 24 education credits.

She wrote in her summary for the end of the year, “Classrooms have been made more attractive by varnishing new bulletin boards and blackboards. An A-1 ball diamond and team have been established. Play, concert and holiday programs have been given

for benefits of school and community. Our schoolhouse has been painted thanks to parents and the board of education.

Have abided by standards set for us for our schools, both physically and mentally."

The following students were in Delashmit’s class in 1948-1949: 5th grade - Jack White, Lucile Cartright, Ruby Cartright, Betty Strickland; 6th grade – M. Bowles, Louis Atkins, Harold Strickland, William Mitchell, Jr.; 7th grade - Jerry Hill, Bobby Smith; 8th grade – Betty Shelly, Jimmie Chapman, Charles Strickland, J.O. Hill, Landon White. E. Johnson and P. Johnson.

Solo School closed with the end of the 1949-50 school year. Enrollment had dropped to 41 students – 26 students in grades 1-4 and 15 in grades 5-8 – and the school was consolidated with Holmes School.

Anyone with additional information or pictures on Solo or any Tipton County community school is encouraged to contact Sherri Onorati at 2370422 or rienik@comcast.net.

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MASON 359 Hwy 70 E Mason, TN 38049 MasonBaptistChurch.com

MT. LEBANON BAPTIST 1837 Mt. Lebanon Road Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3417

FIRST BRIGHTON BAPTIST CHURCH 132 East Woodlawn Ave. Brighton, TN 38011 476-6180

MT. TIPTON CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-1165

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

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

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

BAPTIST

PARADISE BAPTIST CHURCH 520 Simonton St. Covington, Tennessee 38019

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

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

Richard Todd- Owner

Covington Granite works

HOPEWELL UNITED METHODIST 3866 Munford Giltedge Rd Munford, TN 38058

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

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

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Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2568

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

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

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

BigRiver.net

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH AT THE NAZARENE 3865 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-2545

Atoka, TN 38004 901-491-8138

MT. ZION CHURCH 838 S. Tipton Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3233

QUITO UNITED METHODIST 4580 Quito Drummonds Rd. Millington, TN 38053 901-835-2318 RANDOLPH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 1135 Randolph Rd. Burlison, TN 476-8244 RAVENSCROFT EPISCOPAL CHAPEL 8219 Holly Grove Rd, Brighton, TN Holy Eucharist, 1st & 3rd Morning Prayer - 2nd & 4th 8:45 a.m.

837-1312 REDEEMING GRACE LUTHERAN 1496 Munford Ave. Munford, TN 38058 901-831-3980 THE REFUGE 749A N. Main St Covington, TN 38019 901-603-3897 RIVER OF LIFE 220 Beaver Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8781 SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3400 Atoka-Idaville Road Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-8210 SHILOH MB CHURCH 584 John Hill Rd Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-0081 SIMONTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4100 Munford Gilt Edge Brighton, TN 38011 901-837-2168 SMYRNA BAPTIST CHURCH 7512 Hwy 59 W Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-6178 SOUTH TIPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 538 Simmons Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 837-2140 ST. ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 1225 Highway 51 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-8140 ST. LUKE BAPTIST CHURCH 632 St. Luke Rd. Covington, TN 38019 901-476-9746

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

MUNFORD BAPTIST CHURCH 1253 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-9276

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

MUNFORD FIRST UNITED METHODIST 57 Tipton Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8881

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

MUNFORD PRESBYTERIAN 60 East Main Street Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6721

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

NEW BEGINNING CHURCH 1460 Atoka Idaville Rd. Atoka, TN 38004 901-412-0241

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

NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH 2357 Wilkinsville Rd Drummonds, TN 30823 901-835-5683

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

NEW HORIZON CHURCH OF GOD 1099 Hwy 51 N Covington, TN 38019 901-489-0447

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

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 5123 Highway 176 Covington, TN 38019 901-476-0062

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

NEW LIFE PRESBYTERIAN CHRUCH 133 Munford Ave Munford, TN 38058 901-837-6804

GRACE OUTREACH WORSHIP CENTER 795 Tennessee Ave Covington, TN 38019

NEW SALEM UNITED METHODIST 7803 Munford Gilt Edge Burlison, TN 38015 901-476-8536

TABERNACLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4258 Highway 179 Covington 901-756-1071

OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4048 Highway 59 W Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7259

TEMPLE OF PRAISE 8323 Richardson Landing Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-3462

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

PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 4625 Highway 59 S Covington, TN 38019 901-476-7016

TIPTON CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 470 Watson Rd Munford, TN 38058 901-837-8356

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

PLEASANT GROVE METHODIST 314 Gainesville Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-476-3162

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 5954 Brighton Clopton Rd. Brighton, TN 38011 901-476-8889

HEBRON COMMUNITY CHURCH Rayburn Rd. Covington, TN 38019

POPLAR GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2600 Glen Springs Rd. Drummonds, TN 38023 901-835-2611

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 11886 Main St. Mason, TN 38049

HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd.

POPLAR GROVE U.M.C. 228 Quito Drummonds Rd.

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

ST. MARK AME CHURCH 842 Tipton Road Munford, TN 38058 (901) 837-1456 ST. MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL 303 S. Munford Street Covington, TN 38019 901-476-6577 ST. MATTHEW MB CHURCH 296 Mason-Charleston Rd. Stanton, TN 38069 901-476-5935 ST JOHN MISSIONARY CHURCH 2086 Atoka-Idaville Rd Atoka, TN 38004 901-837-2474 ST. JOHN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1602 Highway 59 West Covington, TN 38019 901-4767645 ST. PAUL EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2406 Hwy 70 East Mason, TN 38049 901-294-2641 ST. STEPHENS M.B. CHURCH 3827 Hwy 51 North Covington, TN 38019 901-476-1559

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH 5422 Drummonds Rd Drummonds, TN 38023

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COMMENTARY

The butterbean plant

Last Saturday, I was picking butterbeans in my parents’ garden. It has been extremely dry this summer and especially at Gilt Edge where we have missed every rain it seems. Despite the drought, the plants are producing. It is remarkable at how well the plants are thriving in these extreme conditions. As I was picking, I came to a plant that was completely dried up. I looked around the plant. It had not been uprooted of bent over so that its stem was damaged.

There was no reason that the plant should have withered. I suppose it had succumbed to the drought.

As I examined the plant more carefully, I expected to see no beans on the plant. If I did, I expected them to be dried up as well. To my surprise, the plant had three pods.

The pods were well developed and I was amazed that they were still very green. They seemed so out of place on that dead plant. I opened the pods and to my disbelief, the beans inside were perfect.

As we picked the entire patch, we discovered two other plants with the same characteristics- completely dried up with fruit intact.

The plant had sacrificed its life for the sake of its fruit.

Seeing these plants reminded me of Jesus teaching that He is the vine and we are the branches.

(John 15: 1-8) We are dependent on him for our very existence. Apart from Him, we will die. He is the giver and sustainer of life. I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. (John 10:10b) Col. 1: 17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist.

I thought also of the sacrifice of the Savior, how he gave his (physical) life that we might have (spiritual) life. As this humble butterbean plant had given up its own life to preserve the bean pods that depended on it, Christ gave himself for us who are helpless and hopeless without him. Rom. 5: 6 For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. 9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.

Even in nature, God teaches us the lesson of self-sacrifice. We are to give ourselves as a living sacri-

fice to God. Rom. 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. We are to follow the example of Christ if the situation demands it. 1Pe 2:21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: That includes but is not limited to our giving our life for others as Christ did His for us. 1Jo 3:16 Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. We owe our Lord so much and yet we give Him so little. The words of the following hymn hopefully will help us reflect on our own lives and our relationship to our Lord.

I gave My life for thee, My precious blood I shed, That thou might ransomed be, and raised up from the dead I gave, I gave My life for thee, what hast thou given for Me? I gave, I gave My life for thee, what hast thou given for Me? Frances Ridley Havergal Gilt Edge

RL COULSTON & SONS Building Supplies / Contractor Covington, TN

476-9718

Wooten Tractor Co.

2031 Highway 51 South • Covington , TN 38019

Phone : 476-2631

WOODS

SALES & SERVICE

3080 Hwy. 51 S. Covington TN 38019

476-8500

Tipton County Gun Trader 1015 B Hwy 51 North • Covington, TN

(901)476-0607 Jay Ridings Cell: 619-5991 John Evans Cell: 201-9426 Make Your Pet’s Grooming Experience a Pleasant One

Linda B. Mills

Pet Salon

(901) 476-3386

Cell (901) 489-5559

McBride Stitt & Williams Insurance and Wealth Management

BUSINESS • HOME • AUTO • FARM • LIFE • HEALTH Tel: 901-476-7137 • Fax 901-476-3560

Securities offered through LPL FINANCIAL, member FINRA/SIPC

WELCOME TO TIPTON COUNTY Central Christian Church welcomes their new pastor and his wife, Tom and Carol Ralstin.

Brother Tom comes to us from his last pastorate at First Christian Church in Jackson, where he served as senior minister for six years. He is a graduate of Ozark Bible College and met and married his wife there. They have two daughters, Elizabeth, who works with severely handicapped children in the Shelbyville, Ind. school system, and Abigail, who is an auditor for the state of Michigan. Abigail is married to David Perry who is a funeral director at a funeral home in Jackson, Mich.

For 30 years prior to his becoming minister at Jackson, Tom made his living working in factories and preaching on weekends at churches with small congregations. Tom and Carol are pleased with the opportunity to serve the congregation at Central Christian Church in Covington.

Whitley & Hughes Family Eye Care Modern eye care with a hometown commitment!

312 South Main St. Covington 476-8614

68 Doctors Drive Munford 837-0188

FRED'S

Covington SUPER DOLLAR STORE Munford 476-3364 837-2000

First Utility District Tipton County “Natural Gas is Best” Phone

Hwy. 59W. and Bringle Road

Church Bulletins Church bulletins, the section where we will share news briefs and churchrelated events, will run when space is available.

To submit something to this section, call Echo Day at 901-476-7116 or send an email to eday@ covingtonleader.com.

August 25 The Northwest of the CME Church will be giving an appreciation program for Brother Tyrone Avery on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012 at 3 p.m.

He has serve as District Lay Leader for the past eight years. The program will be held at the Plummer Grove CME Church, 1528 Andrew St. in Covington. All are invited.

Contact Sister Clay Peete at 476-3600 or 389-0064 or Dr. Willie Mae Willett at 301-8097 for more information.

August 26 Greater St. John Children’s Ministry will have its Kidz Sing Musical Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

901-476-9525 901-476-0714

Wednesday at 6 p.m. at 400 S. Maple Street.

September 9 Bethel Church of God in Christ, 25 N. Tipton St., Munford, is hosting a Community Appreciation Service in recognition of all military and public sector personnel on Sunday, Sept. 9 at 8 a.m. Please RSVP by Sept. 2 to munfordcampus@cogicbethel.org or call (901) 837-0158.

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.

ON-GOING Christian Church Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning worship 10:45 a.m. and Sunday Evening worship at 6 p.m. Youth and adult Bible Study meets every

Gateway Baptist Church will meet each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. for Celebrate Recovery, a program designed to share experience, strength, and hope in overcoming life’s hurts, hang – ups, and

habits where anonymity is a requirement. If you have any questions, please call 901-837-8087.

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

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.

Please send a sample of your writing to eday@covingtonleader.com for consideration.

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Reg. Hamburger #1 & #2 1/2 price 5p.m. - 11 p.m.

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Dunlap Retirement Center

24 hour staff

“Independent living with a helping hand”

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

5010 West Union, Millington, TN 38053 901-872-2264

Sunday School 9:00 am & 10:30 am Sunday Worship 9:00am,10:30am,6:00 pm Wed. Services - 6:30 pm

TV Broadcast on Millington Cable Sunday's 10 a.m. & 9 p.m.

Check Advance • Jewelry • Title Loans

Pawn Shop 14382 Hwy. 51 S.

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

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Steven Newman - Manager 2054 Highway 51 South • P.O. Box 189 Covington, TN 38019-0189 Office: 901-476-4936

90 18 Maley - Yarbrough Funeral Home Inc. e c Sin

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

Homer Skelton

9030 Hwy 51 N. • Millington

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

Hometown Medical Services, LLC 635 Highway 51 South • Covington, TN 38019

901-476-9996

Alan Hopkins, PhD, ACNP

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

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EMPLOYMENT Drivers

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A&R Transport, Inc., a premier nationwide bulk carrier, is currently looking for experienced TRUCK DRIVERS for our Memphis, TN terminal. For a limited time we are offering a $1,000 sign on bonus payable after 90 days of employment. We require a minimum of 1 year recent and verifiable OTR experience, a valid Class A CDL and you must be a minimum age of 25. A&R offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package which includes: Blue Cross PPO and Dental, excellent assigned equipment, 401k with company match, paid vacation and holiday, life and disability plans. Drivers can also earn up to $1,200 per year in driver bonuses.

For more information please call Jason at 1-888-202-0004 or email driverjobs@artransport.com. To apply online visit our website at www. artransport.com CDL-A Drivers: Abundant Miles, Competitive Pay, Bonus Opportunities, New Equipment,\cf0\ cf2 Insurance, Paid Vacation, Passenger\cf0\cf2 Policies Available.

573-471-9732 Class-A CDL Flatbed Drivers. Home on the weekends! All Miles PAID (Loaded & Empty)! Lease to Own-No Money Down. CALL: 888-567-4971 DRIVERS: DEDICATED RUNS AVAILABLE! Teams & Solo’s. Full benefit package. Must have class A CDL with 2yr OTR Call Tamila 501514-1281.

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Help needed for Alzheimer and Parkinson patient. Lifting, bathing, etc. 4/days weekly, 5/hours dailly.

901-476-9603.

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If you are seeking a part-time or full-time job in medical marketing, this position may be a fit for you.

This position consists of developing business relationships with physicians and other referral sources.

If you feel you are a qualified candidte, you may submit your resume via fax: 731-858-2490. This position is COMMISSION ONLY.

Comfort Keepers

Caregivers-Needed:InHome Care is seeking caregivers to provide inhome care to our clients in Tipton County, Millington and Arlington.

Must pass background checks, have dependable auto, provide proof of auto insurance. Call 731635-0354.

CLOTHING/APPAREL

306

FORMAL GOWNS. (PROM DRESSES) 1 short (red w/rhinestones), 2 floor length, 1strapless black sparkle, 1 peach sparkle. Sizes 4, 6 & 10. $60 each.

Call 901-832-0226.

Campers/motor Homes

352

For sale: KZ 2003 sportsman 26’ travel trailer w/slideout. Call Ray, 634-4114.

PROFESSIONAL Snapper Dealership

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

476-4419

Divorce Uncontested

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

simple - No Children Court Cost Not Included

$195 901-827-0694

Call Covington Realty & Auction, Lic#5192 at 476-8336

Firefighter lawn service free estimates, 5th cut half price call today! 901-517-6069 or 901-3553691.

MR. MOBILE, I COME TO YOU!!

Oil changes, Brakes, Minor tune-ups, and More. “Fleets and Semi’s included” Call 901-201-9287.

REAL ESTATE Homes for sale

DRIVERS

Professional

For rent

attorney at Law

107

Medical/HealtHcare

James short

704

Before you Buy a new manufactured. check out the deals at easy homes llc <3 way> humBoldt, tn 731-784-5033 NEW 4BD 2BA DBLWiDE, DEL SET AND A/C WOW $49995! 100% FiNANCiNG WiTH A CLEAr DEED. EASY LiViNG HOMES LLC. <3WAY> HUMBOLDT, TN 731-784-5033 3br, 1ba, Covington schools, fenced back yard, shed, carport, metal roof.

Priced to sell. 901-835-2752.

TOWNHOUSE: 3BR, 3BA, KITCHEN, W/APPLIANCES, LAUNDRY ROOM, 2 CAR GARAGE. $140,000.

901-872-4959 OR 901-734-4612 CELL.

Lots & AcreAge

705

For sale— 1 or 2 Acres on 179. 901476-7975.

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL

Homes for rent

902

2br, 1ba, 430 Haynie St., Covington. $480mn, $480dep. 901-476-6960 or 901-212-1425.

9496 Hwy 59 West $600mn, $600dep, 2br, 1ba, Brick home. No pets. 901-476-8350.

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

House For Rent, 47 Brighton Village Loop, Brighton. 3Bedroom, Two Bath 2 Car Garage, Harwood Floors, Ceramic Tile Floors, Whirlpool Tub. $1000.00 per month, $500.00 deposit. 901-476-7761 Move in special- Large renovated home. 3br, 1.5ba, Mason. $1050mn.

Security deposit. Ready 09/01/12.

213-220-2179.

Newly Remodeled 3br, 1ba, 941 Hatchie St. Cov. $550dep, $550mn.

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

Pilkington Properties, for rent, 217 Cotton Top Rd. Covington 3 b/room, 2bath $775month, $500deposit. 901484-2770.

Townhouse- 3br, 3ba, Kitchen w/appliances, laundry room, 2 car garage. $140,000. 901-872-4959 or 901-734-4612 cell.

Mobile HoMes for rent 903

2 Buildings on one acre. (Old Click store) Beaver Creek at Dunlap Orphanage. $119,000.

901-4912612

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

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

REAL ESTATE RENT

2br, 1ba new carpet, screened back porch, carport, fenced yard, front porch, storage. $475 plus deposit.

901-476-2875.

Residential Care/Nursing Home 904 Dunlap Retirement Center has two Independent Living apts. for rent.

Call Kathy for info. at 476-7014.

AUTOMOTIVE ApArtments for rent 901

AUTUMN HILLS $250 Deposit

Trailers

954

Wholesale Trailers, LLC

4 - Bedroom, 2 - Full Baths

Now Leasing $550/mo.

Call 731-635-7177 for more information

Think Small Think Classified

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

Classified Display Rates: $13.20 per column inch 1x1 minimum size $13.20

Local community-based newspaper seeking a reporter to cover education, features, lifestyles and business news. This position requires strong skills in writing, interviewing and editing; photography experience; good organizational and time management skills; ability to work in fast-paced environment; interaction with the public and community involvement; working knowledge of Internet and web-based content and social media; and a commitment to quality. Experience preferred but not necessary. Pay is $20,000 annually. Benefits include 15 days of paid time off, six holidays and Blue Cross/Blue Shield insurance. Schedule will include nights and weekends. Must have reliable transportation. Send resumes and clips to helpwanted@covingtonleader.com

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

Comm./Indust. ProPerty for sale 801

Comm./Indust. ProPerty for rent 802

Deadline Information

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(731) 668-1147

New Tires • All Sizes • Equipment Trailers Jackson, Tennessee • Cell 731-234-2009 5x8 6x12 16ft

Vehicle parts

959

For sale, SWB fiberglass Truck topper. New condition. $350. 901475-1368.

YARD SALE LISTINGS Multi family in Drummonds. 5686 Richardson Landing, Aug. 24 & 25. 7am-? Come to the 3 way stop and look for signs.

Sale: 4977 Brighton-Clopton Rd. Fri. and Sat. Old items: wooden coffee barrel, TVA post hole diggers, ice tongs, cotton bale hooks, rockers, cedar chest and closet plus many tools, shop and household items.

Yard sale, 119 Corbitt Dr., Munford. Saturday, Aug. 25th 7-? Small furniture, baby clothes, smock dresses, home décor and more.

ESATE SALE, Friday & Saturday, 266 College, in Munford.

Job opening Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council’s Head Start/Early Head Start program is now accepting applications for the position(s) of Assistant Teacher and Substitutes for the Tipton County Head Start/Early Head Start Center.

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

Qualifications: The successful applicant should possess experience and/or training in working with preschool children and possess a nurturing personality and patient disposition. All Substitute candidates must have a high school diploma/GED, valid Tennessee driver’s license and vehicle with liability insurance and access to transportation to and from work location. In addition, transportation substitute candidates must have a current commercial driver’s license with PS endorsement; current medical examiner’s certification (CDL physical card); first aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications may vary depending on the area of work of the assigned position. $7.30 per hour, No Benefits, 9-11 Month/Part-time Position Applications may be picked up locally at: Tipton County Head Start/Early Head Start Center, 410 Alston Street, Covington, TN 38019. You may call 731-364-3228, ext. 124 to have an application mailed, faxed, or emailed to you for your convenience. **Submit Complete Applications to: Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council, Head Start/Early Head Start Program, 231 South Wilson Street Dresden, TN 38225, Attn: Human Resource Department, Suite 212, REF: Position of Interest– Tipton County Head Start/Early Head Start Center **Applications for this specific position will be accepted until 09/03/12. However, this program accepts employment applications on an on-going basis.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2012 ▪ A15 www.covingtonleader.com SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated AUGUST 24, 1999, executed by JAMES A. PUGH AND BRENDA K. PUGH (A/K/A BRENDA KAY PUGH), HUSBAND AND WIFE, to MONTE CONNELL, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 876, PAGE 809, for the benefit of AMERICAN MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to FIRSTAR BANK, N.A., the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable

by U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO FIRSTAR BANK, N.A. being the present owner/ holder or authorized agent, designee or servicer of the holder/ owner of said indebtedness, has requested foreclosure proceedings to be instituted; and as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2012 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: LOT 123, SQUIRES GROVE SUBDIVISION, SECTION “C”, PHASE II AS RECORDED IN PLAT CABINET “E”, SLIDE 21 IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TN AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A FOUND IRON PIN IN THE EAST LINE OF KINGS DRIVE, SAID PIN BEING IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 122; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES, 38 MINUTES, 08 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF KINGS DRIVE, 110.00 FEET TO A FOUND IRON PIN IN THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 124; THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGREES, 21 MINUTES, 52 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 124, 212.44 FEET TO A FOUND IRON PIN; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES, 26 MINUTES, 05 SECONDS WEST, 110.43 FEET TO A FOUND IRON PIN IN THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 122; THENCE NORTH 87 DEGREES, 21 MINUTES, 52 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 122, 222.20 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. THERE IS A 25.0 FOOT UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THIS LOT AS SHOWN ON THE RECORDED PLAT. SUBJECT TO SUBDIVISION RESTRICTIONS AT BOOK 811, PAGE 899 AND BUILDING LINES AND EASEMENTS AS RECORDED AT PLAT CABINET E, SLIDE 21 OF THE SAID REGISTER’S OFFICE. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JAMES A. PUGH AND BRENDA K. PUGH, HUSBAND AND WIFE,

BY DEED DATED AUGUST 24, 1999 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 876, PAGE 807, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 272 KINGS DRIVE, ATOKA, TN 38004.

MAP 142A GROUP D PARCEL 123.00 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE

NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE OF RECORD THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, June 25, 2012. This is improved property known as 272 KINGS DRIVE, ATOKA, TN 38004.

J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-0654 9aug3w

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by that certain Real Estate Deed of Trust for Tennessee executed on June 27, 2005, by Amy L. Webb, a single person, to Mary Ruth Tackett, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 1213, Page 426-432, recorded June 29, 2005, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed(s) of Trust is the United States of America, acting by and through the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”); and WHEREAS, USDA, the current owner and holder of said Deed(s) of Trust appointed Arlisa Armstrong 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(s) of Trust; and NOW THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed(s) of Trust by USDA, and Arlisa Armstrong as Substitute Trustee, or duly appointed agent, pursuant to the power, duty, and authorization in and conferred by said Deed(s) of Trust, will on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, commencing at 10:00 A.M. at the north door at the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest bidder either for cash or 10 percent of the high bid price as a non-refundable deposit with balance due within ten (10) days of sale, (and if such balance goes unpaid, USDA will retain the deposit and re-foreclose) the following described property lying and being in the 6th Civil District in Tipton County, Tennessee to wit: Lot 56, Park Place Subdivision, Revised Section C, as shown plat of record in Plat Cabinet E, Slide 187-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.

Being the same property conveyed to Amy L. Webb, by deed of record in Deed Book 1213, Page 424, in the said Register’s Office.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 106 Pennsylvania Avenue Munford, TN 38058 CURRENT OWNERS: Amy L. Webb 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 setback 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.

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed(s) 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.

Publication Dates: 08/14/12, 08/21/12 and 08/28/12 Arlisa Armstrong Substitute Trustee 85G Stonebrook Place Jackson, TN 38305 http//www.resales.usda.gov

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF TENNESSEE, TIPTON COUNTY WHEREAS, Randy Gerald Reed and JoAnn Reed executed a Deed of Trust to EquiFirst Corporation, Lender and Duke N Brasfield, Attorney, Trustee(s), which was dated September 13, 2007 and recorded on September 20, 2007 in Book 1364 at Page 290, Tipton County, Tennessee Register of Deeds.

WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debt(s) and obligation(s) thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the current holder of said Deed of Trust, The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association as grantor trustee of the Protium Master grantor Trust, (the “Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee, by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; 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 as agent for the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trustee, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on August 31, 2012, at 12:00PM at the usual and customary location at 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: Parcel ID Number: 145DA018.00 Address/Description: 686 Simmons Road, Drummonds, TN 38023.

Legal Description in Book 535, Page 145 of Conveyance Deed, Register’s office for Tipton County, Tennessee.

Current Owner(s): Randy Gerald Reed and JoAnn Reed.

Other Interested Party(ies): None Know.

The sale of the property described above shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any and all liens against said property for unpaid property 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; a deed of trust; and any matter than an accurate survey of the premises might disclose; and 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 office is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trustee M.Todd Jackson, TN BPR 23455 Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trustee c/o Tennessee Foreclosure Department 5431 Oleander Drive, Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PH: 888-251-0331 FX: (910) 392-8597 File No.: 12-13450 09aug3w

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by a Deed of Trust executed on April 19, 2007, by Omar Assaf and Donna Wesner Assaf aka Donna Assaf to Lincoln Hodges, Trustee, for the benefit of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for First Horizon Home Loan Corporation d/b/a First Tennessee Home Loans and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 1341, Page

688; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Fannie Mae (“Federal National Mortgage Association”) and WHEREAS, Fannie Mae (“Federal National Mortgage Association”), as the holder of the Note for which debt is owed, (“Note Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed or to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn.

Code Ann. § 35-5-117, not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Note Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, September 13, 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: Being Lot NO. 5-B of Green Fields Subdivision, as recorded at plat Cabinet D, slide 102-B in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the southeast line of Culbreath road, said point being a common corner of Lots 5A and 5B; thence northeastwardly along said southeast line a distance of 131.08 feet to a point; thence northeastwardly a distance of 73.33 feet to a point in the northeast boundary line of the subdivision; thence southeastwardly along said northeast line a distance of 652.88 feet to a point; thence southwestwardly a distance of 125.0 feet to a corner of Lot 5A; thence northwestwardly along the line dividing lots 5A and 5B a distance of 630.62 feet to the point of beginning and containing 2.424 acres, more or less. According to survey of Charles F. Campbell, TN R.L.S. No. 1827, 1023 S. Yates, Suite 201, Memphis, Tennessee 38119, dated January 3, 1997. Being the same property conveyed to Omar Assaf and Wife, Donna Wesner Assaf, by warranty Deed of record in Book 946, Page 178 in said Register’s Office.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 255 Culbreath Road, Covington, TN 38019 CURRENT OWNER(S): Omar Assaf and Donna Wesner Assaf aka Donna Assaf The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. Substitute Trustee will only convey any interest he/she may have in the property at the time of sale. Property is sold “as is, where is.”

SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: SunTrust Bank, Wholesale Unlimited, Adel Elrafei For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-1-1433(c)(1).

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.

NATIONWIDE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. 400 Northridge Road Suite 700MC- 7 Suite 1100 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 1309812 Web Site: www.JFLegal.com Insertion Dates: 08/16/2012, 08/23/2012, 08/30/2012

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in

the terms, conditions, and payments provided in a certain Deed of Trust dated AUGUST 28, 2009, executed by LESA C. JOYNER (A/K/A LESA CAROLE JOYNER), UNMARRIED, to MONTE CONNELL, Trustee, of record in RECORD BOOK 1450, PAGE 235, for the benefit of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee and to J. PHILLIP JONES, appointed as Substitute Trustee in an instrument of record in the Register’s Office for TIPTON County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness described; WHEREAS, the said Deed of Trust was last assigned to U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, the entire indebtedness having been declared due and payable by U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, being the present owner/holder or authorized agent, designee or servicer of the holder/owner of said indebtedness, has requested foreclosure proceedings to be instituted; and as provided in said Deed of Trust, I, J. PHILLIP JONES, will by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as Substitute Trustee, on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2012 AT 12:00 P.M. (NOON), AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE TIPTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN COVINGTON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, sell to the highest bidder for cash, free from the equity of redemption, homestead, and dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived, and subject to any unpaid taxes, if any, the following described property in TIPTON County, Tennessee, to wit: PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF TIPTON, TENNESSEE: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY OF 59 HIGHWAY, 30 FEET FROM CENTER, SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF POOLE AS RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 473, PAGE 176, OF THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT; THENCE N 83 DEGREES W, 669.00 FEET ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY OF 59 HIGHWAY TO A POINT BEING THE INTERSECTION OF A POWER LINE AND THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY OF 59 HIGHWAY; N 23 DEGREES 02’ 02’’ E, 1022.07 FEET WITH A NEW LINE ACROSS POOLE, SAID LINE ALSO BEING THE CENTER OF A POWERLINE, TO AN IRON PIN SET; THENCE N 80 DEGREES 12’ 52’’ E, 369.39 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF POOLE TO A CORNER POST FOUND; THENCE S 05 DEGREES 15’ 44’’ W, 1089.49 FEET ALONG POOLE’S EAST LINE, AN EXISTING FENCE, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO LESA C. JOYNER, BY DEED DATED AUGUST 28, 2009 OF RECORD IN RECORD BOOK 1450, PAGE 233, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE. THIS IS IMPROVED PROPERTY KNOWN AS 5310 HIGHWAY 59 WEST, COVINGTON, TENNESSEE 38019.

MAP 039 PARCEL 025.03 THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND IS FURTHER SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF ANY TENANT(S) OR OTHER PARTIES OR ENTITIES IN POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY. THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO ANY UNPAID TAXES, IF ANY, ANY PRIOR LIENS OR ENCUMBRANCES LEASES, EASEMENTS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PRIORITY OF ANY FIXTURE FILING. IF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY/ INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, OR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT ARE LISTED AS INTERESTED PARTIES IN THE ADVERTISEMENT, THEN THE NOTICE OF THIS FORECLOSURE IS BEING GIVEN TO THEM, AND THE SALE WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY, ALL AS REQUIRED BY 26 U.S.C. 7425 AND T.C.A. 67-1-1433. IF APPLICABLE, THE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS OF T.C.A. 35-5117 HAVE BEEN MET. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO ADJOURN THE DAY OF THE SALE TO ANOTHER DAY, TIME AND PLACE CERTAIN WITHOUT FURTHER PUBLICATION, UPON ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE SALE SET FORTH ABOVE. THE TRUSTEE/SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND THE SALE IN THE EVENT THE HIGHEST BIDDER DOES NOT HONOR THE HIGHEST BID WITHIN 24 HOURS, THE NEXT HIGHEST BIDDER AT THE NEXT HIGHEST BID WILL BE DEEMED THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: NONE OF RECORD THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. This day, August 14, 2012. This is improved property known as 5310 HIGHWAY 59 WEST, COVINGTON, TENNESSEE 38019.

J. PHILLIP JONES SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 1800 HAYES STREET NASHVILLE, TN 37203 (615) 254-4430 www.phillipjoneslaw.com F12-0599

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by a Deed of Trust executed on March 28, 2002, by William Carter and Susan Carter to H. Ray Beliles, Trustee, for the benefit of Crossmann Mortgage Corporation and appearing of record in Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, in Book 996, Page 384; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to PNC Bank, National Association and WHEREAS, PNC Bank, National Association, as the holder of the Note for which debt is owed, (“Note Holder”), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed or to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Tenn.

Code Ann. § 35-5-117, not less than sixty (60) days prior to the first publication required by § 35-5-101, the notice of the right to foreclose was properly sent, if so required; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Note Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or its duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on Thursday, September 13, 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 106, Phase IV, Richland Hills Subdivision, as shown on plat of record in Plat Cabinet F, Slide 24, in the Register’s Office of Tipton County Tennessee, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description of said property.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 78 Friendship Circle, Mason, TN 38049 CURRENT OWNER(S): William Carter and Susan Carter The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. Substitute Trustee will only convey any interest he/she may have in the property at the time of sale. Property is sold “as is, where is.” For every lien or claim of lien of the state identified above, please be advised notice required by § 67-1-1433 (b)(1) was timely given and that any sale of the property herein referenced will be subject to the right of the state to redeem the land as provided for in § 67-11433(c)(1).

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above.

NATIONWIDE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. 400 Northridge Road Suite 700MC- 7 Suite 1100 Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350 404-417-4040 File No.: 1400412 Web Site: www.JFLegal.com Insertion Dates: 08/16/2012, 08/23/2012, 08/30/2012

A16 • Thursday, August 23, 2012 • The Leader

Notice to Creditors Case Number 84CH1-2012PR-3038 Estate of Irene Gabbard McGill, deceased Notice is hereby given that on August 6 of 2012 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Irene Gabbard McGill, who died July 17, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.

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

Carolyn Fay McGill Meton Executrix Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019 16aug2wp

ORDER OF PUBLICATION No. 29927 IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE HARRY WAYNE HUTCHISON, JR. Plaintiff VS. MELANNIE GARCIA HUTCHISIN Defendant It appearing from the sworn Complaint for Absolute Divorce filed in this cause, that the whereabouts of the Defendant, Me1annie Garcia Hutchison, are unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent inquiry.

It is therefore ordered that Defendant, Melannie Garcia Hutchison make her appearance at the Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee, 1801 South College, Covington, Tennessee on Thursday, the lSI day of November, 2012, at 9:00 a.m., and answer Plaintiffs’ Complaint for Absolute Divorce or the same will be taken as confessed as to Defendant and this cause proceeded with ex parte, and that a copy of this order be published once a week for four consecutive weeks in The Leader published in Covington, Tipton County, Tennessee.

This 9 day of August, 2012.

Chancery Court of Tipton County Judy Bllings Clerk and Master Richard McFall Attorney for Plaintiff 118 West Pleasant Ave. Covington, TN 38019 901-475-6735 09aug4wp

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE Charles W. Warren Petitioner, Docket No: 29707 Vs. Janis Grandberry, Respondent.

NON-RESIDENT NOTICE In this cause, it appearing that after diligent search and inquiry, the whereabouts of Janis Grandberry, the heir of Ethel M. Warren, Deceased, is unknown and cannot be ascertained; IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that all heirs of Ethel M. Warren, Deceased, who claim an interest in the real estate which is the subject of this cause of action, file an answer with the Honorable Tommy L. Fullen, Esq., 5104 Stage Road, Memphis, Tennessee, 38134 and with the Chancery Court of Tipton County, 1801 South College Street, Suite 110, Covington, Tennessee, 38019 on or before Oct. 15 2012, otherwise the Petition will be taken to confessed to each of them, judgment by default may be entered and the cause set for hearing ex parte.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED

that this notice is published for four consecutive weeks in the Covington Leader, a newspaper published in Covington, Tennessee.

This 2nd day of August, 2012 Tommy L. Fullen Attorney for the Petitioner 5104 Stage Road Memphis, TN 38134 386-1647 tommv@tommylfullen.com 02aug4wp

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 December 30, 2003, executed

by JOEY G. MOORE AND WIFE DONNA R. MOORE, conveying certain real property therein described to ARNOLD M. WEISS, ATTORNEY as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on January 12, 2004, as Instrument No. 51633, in Book 1116, at Page 202; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, Notice of the Right to Foreclose (“Notice”) was given in compliance with Tennessee law by the mailing a copy of the Notice to the parties at least sixty (60) days prior to the first publication of the Substitute Trustee’s Sale.

WHEREAS, the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., having been appointed by as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as Substitute Trustee or its duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on September 13, 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: A PARCEL OF LAND LYING AND BEING IN THE SECOND CIVIL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF BURLISON, TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AND BEING THE SAME LAND CONVEYED TO DEE BRYSON, AND WIFE, IN DEED BOOK 396, PAGE 46, AND DEED BOOK 408, PAGE 79, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE CENTER LINE OF BASKIN ROAD, ALSO KNOWN AS BURLISON-HOLLY GROVE ROAD, AND THE NORTH LINE OF ROBERT ADAMS, 68.5 ACRE TRACT, OF WHICH THIS IS A PART; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES EAST, A DISTANCE OF 275.00 FEET TO A PIPE; THENCE SOUTH 17 DEGREES, 0 MINUTES, EAST, A DISTANCE OF 422.0 FEET TO A PIPE AT FENCE CORNER; THENCE SOUTH 49 DEGREES, 0 MINUTES WEST, A DISTANCE OF 60.5 FEET TO A POINT IN THE CENTER OF BURLISON-HOLLY GROVE ROAD, (BLACK TOP); THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES, 30 MINUTES WEST, A DISTANCE OF 260.00 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTH 42 DEGREES WEST, A DISTANCE OF 157.0 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTH 23 DEGREES, 20 MINUTES WEST, A DISTANCE OF 150.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL#52-44.02 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 2216 BASKINS RD, BURLISON, TN 380157444. 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): JOEY G. MOORE OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: 1). DONNA R. MOORE, 2). SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT 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,

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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 will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose.

RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2984-0407 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (866) 681-5002 Registered Agent: CT Corporation System 800 South Gay Street, Suite 2021 Knoxville, TN 37929 Tel: (865) 342-3522 TS#: 12-0038800 FEI # 1006.165575 08/23/2012, 08/30/2012, 09/06/2012

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 February 16, 2007, executed

by RANDY DRESCHER, A MARRIED MAN AND LINDA DRESCHER, conveying certain real property therein described to ROBERT M WILSON, JR as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, on March 9, 2007, as Instrument No. 100869, in Book 1329, at Page 640; 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, 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 September 13, 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 113, WEST ROAD, SECTION F, SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF RECORD IN PLAT CABINET C, SLIDE 30, IN THE REGISTER’S OFFICE OF TIPTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF SAID PROPERTY. PARCEL#144-008.18 PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 195 COMANCHE DRIVE, MILLINGTON, TN 38053.

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): RANDY DRESCHER OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: LINDA DRESCHER The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time.

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

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to

be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee.

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

RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, TX2984-0407 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (866) 681-5002 Registered Agent: CT Corporation System 800 South Gay Street, Suite 2021 Knoxville, TN 37929 Tel: (865) 342-3522 TS#: 12-0040468 FEI # 1006.165424 08/23/2012, 08/30/2012, 09/06/2012

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE

WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured by that certain Real Estate Deed of Trust for Tennessee executed on February 7, 1986, by Pauline P. Grant, a single person to Johnny V. Crow, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Tipton County, Tennessee in Book 549, Page 307, recorded February 7, 1986, (“Deed of Trust”); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed(s) of Trust is the United States of America, acting by and through the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”); and

WHEREAS, USDA, the current owner and holder of said Deed(s) of Trust appointed Arlisa Armstrong 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(s) of Trust; and

NOW THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed(s) of Trust by USDA, and Arlisa Armstrong as Substitute Trustee, or duly appointed agent, pursuant to the power, duty, and authorization in and conferred by said Deed(s) of Trust, will on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 commencing at 10:00 A.M. at the north door at the Tipton County Courthouse, Covington, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest bidder either for cash or 10 percent of the high bid price as a nonrefundable deposit with balance due within ten (10) days of sale, (and if such balance goes unpaid, USDA will retain the deposit and re-foreclose) the following described property lying and being in the 1st Civil District in Tipton County, Tennessee to wit: Being Lot No. 10 of Town Creek Subdivision, Section B, as shown in Plat Cabinet B, Slide 5 of the Tipton County Register’s Office to which reference is made for more particular description of said Lot No. 10.

Being subject to the subdivision restrictions of Town Creek Subdivision, Section B, of record at Plat Cabinet B, Slide 5 of the Tipton County Register’s Office.

Being the same property conveyed by R. L. Coulston & Sons, Inc. to Pauline P. Grant, by deed of record in Deed Book 545, Page 228, in the said Register’s Office.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 798 Peeler Rd Covington TN 38019 CURRENT OWNERS: Pauline P. Grant 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 setback 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.

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed(s) 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.

Publication Dates: 08/23/12, 08/30/12 and 09/06/12 Arlisa Armstrong Substitute Trustee 85G Stonebrook Place Jackson, TN 38305 http//www.resales.usda.gov

Notice to Creditors Case Number 84CH1-2012PR-3040 Estate of Jimmy D. Gilbert, deceased Notice is hereby given that on August 16 of 2012 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Jimmy D. Gilbert, who died August 1, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.

All persons indebted to the Continued on A17

A17 • Thursday, August 23, 2012 • THE LEADER above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Shirley Gilbert Johnson Donald K. Holsinger, Sr. Co-Administrators Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

ward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Billy Wayne Burrough James C. Atkins Co-Executors

Douglas R. Campbell Administrator Judy Billings, Clerk and Master 1801 S. College St., Suite 110 Covington, TN 38019

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Case Number 84CH1-2012PR-3041 Estate of Ernest Ray Campbell, deceased Notice is hereby given that on August 16 of 2012 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of Ernest Ray Campbell, who died July 11, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come for-

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Case Number 84CH1-2012PR-3039 Estate of James Henry Pollock, deceased Notice is hereby given that on August 13 of 2012 letter testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of James Henry Pollock, who died July 23, 2012, were issued to the undersigned by the Tipton County Chancery Court of Tipton County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above-named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least (60) days before date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting) as described in (1) (A); or (2) Twelve (12) months from the dependent’s date of death.

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

City of Covington Planning Commission Meeting Notice September 4, 2012 5:00 p.m.

Lower Level Conference Room 200 West Washington Ave 1. Covington Biomass Project- to be located in the Rialto Industrial Park- Map and Parcel:007 035.03, Site Plan All interested parties should attend the meeting.

For additional information call Covington Public Works, Planning and Building Division at 901476-7191.

23aug1w By virtue of an execution (Section 26-701) issued by Mike Forbess., Clerk of the General Sessions Court of Tipton County, Tennessee, dated the 19 July 2012, I will expose to sale to the highest bidder, for cash on the 24 Aug 2012. Time 10:00 A.M. at GOVDEALS.COM Execution # 11-CV-1174

1997 Buick (4 Door) Vin # 2G4WS52M4V1404122 THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD @ GOVDEALS.COM Beginning 24 Aug 2012 – 04 Sept 2012 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, TN

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Pursuant Tennessee Code Annotated Section 13-7-203 a public hearing will be held on 11th day of September, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. in Covington City Hall. The hearing is to receive public input into a proposed amendment to the Change of Corporate Boundaries and a change in the Municipal Zoning Map for Covington involving the annexation of the approximately 50 estimated acres immediately North of the Covington City Limits along Highway 51 North. Copies of the Annexation Ordinance, Ordinance to Zone Property, and the Plan of Services are available for review at Covington City Hall. Copies of both the Municipal and Regional Zoning Ordinances and Zoning Maps are also available for review at Covington City Hall. All interested persons are invited to attend and comment.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE COVINGTON MUNICIPAL ZONING MAP TO REZONE PROPERTY ON S COLLEGE STREET AND MUELLER BRASS ROAD FROM R-2 (CITY/MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT) AND M-1 (CITY/ INDU;STRIAL PARK DISTRICT) TO B-2 (CITY/ HIGHWAY ORIENTED BUSINESS DISTRICT);

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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen on proposed modifications to the Covington Municipal Zoning Map. Said hearing will be held pursuant to the provisions of Section 13-7-105, Tennessee Code Annotated. Said hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Covington Board of Mayor and Aldermen on September 11th BEGINNNING AT 5:30 P.M. AT COVINGTON CITY HALL.

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Sealed bids will be opened at 9:00 a.m. on August 27, 2012 at Brighton High School, 8045 Highway 51 South, Brighton, TN 38011.

Brighton High School reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality or irregularity in any received.

Ms. Christi Huffman Principal Brighton High School

Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 13-7203 and 13-7-303, notice is hereby given 15 days in advance, of a public hearing to be held by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen of Atoka, Tennessee on the 11th day of September, 2012 at 6:45 PM at Atoka Town Hall.

The hearing is to receive public input on the following properties that are being considered for rezoning:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

(Property for Rialto Industrial Park, Highway 51. Parcel 17 Tipton County Tax Map 18)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated Section 13-7-203 a public hearing will be held on the 11th day of Septemeber, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. in Covington City Hall. The hearing is to receive public input into a proposed amendment to the Change of Corporate Boundaries and a change in the Municipal Zoning Map for Covington involving the annexation of the approximately 25 acres immediately South of the Covington City Limits along Highway 51 North. Copies of the Annexation Ordinance, Ordinance to Zone Property, and the Plan of Services are available for review at Covington City Hall. Copies of both the Municipal and Regional Zoning Ordinances and Zoning Maps are also available for review at Covington City Hall. All interested persons are invited to attend and comment.

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Squirrel season starts this weekend This coming Saturday at sunrise, Ten- season until season end Feb. 28, 2013. nessee will celebrate the opening day of Hunting begins a half hour before sunthe 2012 statewide squirrel season. set and continues until a half hour after It will also be the “Free Hunting Day sunset. in Tennessee” when state resiI wonder how many of our dents may hunt without a lireaders of the “Wildlife Chatcense on that date. I do not reter” column remember what it member the last time that both meant to bark a squirrel. No, it events landed on the same did not mean that the hunter date. had a squirrel call and could Hunter education requirebark at the squirrels and call ments will remain in effect Wildlife Chatter them in closer like we do ducks. for the free hunting day this By Arnold Bull That was not what “barking a Saturday. So, anyone born on squirrel” meant. or after Jan. 1,1969, is required to have Barking a squirrel meant that the successfully completed a hunter educa- hunter shot the bark off the limb that tion course and possess a hunter safety was right under the squirrel’s head. The certificate. bark would fly up in such force that the The limit for the 2012 season is 10 impact would knock the squirrel out of squirrels a day all the way through the the tree and most of the time it would

put his lights out too.

The reasoning behind “barking the squirrel” was it happened at a time when squirrel brains were in great demand because a lot of folks were putting them in the delicacy status. Thus, you have a time earlier when a young man was handed a .22 rifle with three cartridges and told to go get three squirrels.

Things are a little bit different now.

This past weekend, I loaded the ATV in the back of the truck got the rifle out (with a scope) and four boxes of cartridges plus a nylon camouflaged game vest with two squirrel calls and a folding seat and one can of Off. However, it works out. Squirrel season has always had and still has a warm spot in most hunter’s memories. Not

only for the good times, but it also signals that hunting season is here. A couple of more weeks and we’ll be looking at dove season then three weeks after that time we’ll be looking at deer/archery season.

This time of the year reminds me of a cartoon I saw in Esquire magazine (I think) where a man is in his living room with the family all gathered around and he holds his hand up over his head with the palm open with the caption underneath saying, “Is there anything anybody would like to say before hunting season begins?”

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Showdown in C-town Chargers, Cougars both enter rivalry game on a roll What: Covington

(1-0) vs. Munford (1-0) When: Friday night at 7:30 Where: Covington Key players: Munford - RB D'Marious Exum, QB Hunter Harden; Covington – RB Johnston White, WR Carlos Williams

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com In years past as the annual CovingtonMunford football showdown approached, typically one program has been on a roll while the other was rebuilding.

Last year when the teams met in Week 1, both teams appeared to be in rebuilding mode.

Covington was coming off a 5-6 season and Munford was a year removed from a 2-8 mark.

When the teams meet tomorrow night in Covington, both teams will be on the upswing.

The Chargers advanced to the Class 3A

state semifinals last year and are 1-0 after defeating Bolton last week.

Munford, which advanced to the playoffs last year for the first time since 2007, is coming off an impressive 28-0 win at Horn Lake.

“To win the first game and get momentum into the second game, which just happens to be against one of our biggest rivals, is extremely important,” Munford coach Matt Saunders said. “You work all offseason to get motivated for the first game of the year.

Last year we lost it and you kind of have to start all over again.”

Two of the area's best running backs will be on display Friday night in Covington's Johnston White, a preseason all-state selection, and Munford's D'Marious Exum.

Both defenses are also coming off strong performances.

Munford pitched a shutout last week and Covington allowed just one touchdown, which came after the game had been all but decided.

Covington broke a two-game losing streak to Munford last season with a 28-10 win.

Both teams have other rivals on the schedule, but none with such a long tradition.

“This may be even bigger than the Brighton game, just because of the history,” Saunders said.

“It's a responsibility that we have to carry on in the longstanding tradition against Covington.”

Munford, Covington win big in season openers Cougars avenge loss to Horn Lake

Chargers' defense shines in win

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It wasn't exactly David vs. Goliath, but Munford was the clear underdog Friday night in its opener at Horn Lake.

More than one prognosticator had picked Horn Lake, which beat Munford 44-23 last year, to win again.

Munford had other ideas.

Behind some creative play calling, a big interception and stingy defense, Munford got the 2012 campaign off to an impressive start with a 28-0 win.

“I think some people were surprised,” said Munford coach Matt Saudners, who acknowledged he was aware people had picked Horn Lake to win. “We didn't know what to expect from them. After the early part of the game, we were alright.”

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The Munford Lady Cougars' soccer program has been making progress since head coach Kyle Selby took over as head coach four seasons ago.

With seven starters returning off a team that went 6-8-3 a season ago, Selby is hoping the progress continues.

“They have the determination to want to im-

Munford's D'Marious Exum picks up some yardage during the Cougars' 28-0 win at Horn Lake Friday night. Photo by Fred Brooks. fredbrooksphotography.com

Munford took control of the game late in the second quarter.

Already trailing 14-0, Horn Lake drove to midfield looking to get on the board before halftime.

Fueled by two interceptions for touchdowns in the first half, Covington won on the road against Bolton 28-8 Friday night to open the 2012 season.

“I thought our defense played fairly well," said CHS head coach Marty Wheeler. “Can you remember when Covington had two pick 6s in a game?”

The Charger offense was not up to the standards set by the 2011 squad, but it matched the defense with a pair of scores.

“We have some work SEE CHS, PAGE A20

Covington's Daquon Norfork breaks loose for a touchdown during the Chargers' 28-8 season-opening win at Bolton Friday night. Photo by Phil Ramsey - covingtonchargerfootball.com

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on third down pass from the five yard line with 5:17 left in the first half.

After Dickerson's TD brought the Cardinals to within two points, touchdown runs of two and 23 yards by Terry and a 59-yarder by Odum broke the game open.

“We've got to do a better job of coaching,” Brighton head coach Will Wolfe said. “That's the bottom line … We've got to do a better job of preparing them.”

Stewart racked up some solid numbers, completing 25 of 42 passes for 247 yards and two touchdowns, including another five-yarder to Harris in the fourth quarter, but three interceptions proved to be costly.

“I thought the effort was there,” Wolfe said. “We've just got to do a better job of protecting the football.”

Dickerson had a big game with 138 yards on 20 carries. Odum racked up 191 yards on five carries, including a 96-yarder midway through the fourth quarter.

Harris led Brighton's receiving corps with 121 yards on 11 catches.

The Cardinals return to action Friday night at home against Raleigh-Egypt.

By JEFF IRELAND jireland@covingtonleader.com Brighton was giving Murfreesboro Riverdale all it could handle Friday night in the season opener when Antonio Dickerson broke a 39-yard touchdown early in the third quarter to trim the Warriors' lead to 14-12.

But Riverdale answered with three straight third quarter touchdowns en route to a 42-19 win.

The Cardinals lost at Riverdale 49-6 last year, but showed from the outset Friday night in front of their home crowd that this year was going to be different.

Zach Ballard recovered a squibbed kickoff on the game's opening play at the Riverdale 22 and moved down to the eightyard line, but Austin Chambers' field goal attempt from there hit the left upright and bounced out.

After a 42-yard touchdown run

by Ricardo Terry and a 55-yard interception return for a touchdown by Marico Odum on the last play of the first quarter put the Warriors ahead 14-0, Brighton answered.

The Cardinals drove 65 yards and found the endzone when Brady Stewart hit Artez Harris

Brighton senior Antonio Dickerson, who rushed for 138 yards, finds some room against Riverdale during the season opener Friday night at home. Riverdale won, 42-19. Photo by Jeff Ireland

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Continued from A19 another big play when he picked off a Darius Harris pass and returned it 61 yards to put his team up 21-0.

Midway through the second quarter, Saunders dialed up one of his signature trick plays and it worked like a charm.

D'Marious Exum, who had already scored on an 18-yard run earlier in the quarter, took the handoff from quarterback Hunter Harden. Exum then handed off to T.J. Plymouth, who threw a strike to Harden for

a 24-yard touchdown.

Munford's defense took the care of the rest, holding Horn Lake to just six first downs and 117 total yards.

The Cougar defense also forced six Eagle turnovers.

Harden, who completed 10 of 27 passes for 112 yards to seven different receives, hit Andrea' Bell on a 24-yard scoring pass in the fourth quarter to round out the scoring.

Exum led Munford's 115yard rushing attack with 84 yards on 18 carries. Plym-

outh caught three passes for 36 yards.

“It's huge,” Saunders said about winning the season opener.

Munford started 1-4 last season.

“I can't say enough about how important it is to get that momentum … We looked at the film and realized we didn't play a great game, but we won by four touchdowns. We can correct the mistakes and carry on to next week.”

classmen to focus on the job at hand.”

Last season’s record-setting rusher, Johnston White,

led CHS with 87 yards on 20 carries.

prove and develop their skills,” Selby said. “We will have to continue to develop the younger players to build depth on the field. They will have to work on and off the field.”

The Lady Cougars' senior class should be strong this year.

Midfielder Maggie Johnson (five goals, one assist) and forward Maggie Billings (four goals, six assists) are the team's top two returning goal scorers.

Alex Selby, another senior, returns as the starting goalkeeper for the fourth straight season. She had an 87.3 save percentage last year and also tallied a goal and two assists as a midfielder.

Seniors Lauren Agcanas, Ruth Hull and Abby Drexler also return as starters.

Agcanas and Drexler are defenders and Hull plays midfield.

Christin Smith, a junior midfielder, returns as a

starter after scoring four goals a season ago.

The Lady Cougars lost some key players in Taylor Martchek, Hannah Montgomery and Shelby Bampfield, but the coach believes he has the players to make some noise in the district.

“Our district is wide open for any team to step up and take the championship,” Selby said. “Everyone will have to play hard each and every night.”

CHS

Continued from A19 to do on offense,” Wheeler said. “Replacing three senior offensive linemen is a huge task. The new guys are learning. It is fixable.”

After a lackluster offensive showing by both teams for most of the first period, CHS got on the board with a 50-yard interception return for a touchdown by cornerback Davian Bates with 1:28 remaining in the quarter.

Bates made a great break on a Kal Granderson pass and sailed untouched to the end zone.

On their next possession, the Chargers completed a 65-yard scoring drive with 5:36 remaining in the half on a circus catch and run

by Tyrone Tipton off a T. A. Watson pass. The play covered 31 yards and with the second of Bobby Van Cleve’s four PAT's, Covington pushed out to a 14-0 advantage. The Chargers overcame 15 yards of penalties in the drive.

After a three and out, Bolton backed the Chargers up to their own 13 and then blocked a Watson punt which Covington recovered in the end zone for a safety which cut the CHS lead to 14-2 with 1:08 remaining Bolton returned the ensuing free kick to its own 45, where Granderson attempted a screen pass in the right flat, but Covington’s Carlos Williams was waiting for the pick that he turned into a 45 yard touchdown and a 21-2 Charger lead at the break.

The Chargers took the opening kick-off of the second half and scored in three plays on a 55-yard drive.

Daquon Norfork covered 54 of those yards in two runs, the last being a 33yard scamper to pay dirt.

The fourth quarter did not produce any points. A missed field goal and one of two lost fumbles in the game stalled CHS drives late in the game.

“We made too many mistakes, had too many penalties and did not protect the ball well enough,” Wheeler said. “We have to improve between now and next week and have to get our upper-

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