CSE News June 15, 2023

Early Vote Catapults Conger to Runoff Victory over Condray

Scott Conger was elected Mayor of Jackson on June 18, 2019 with 63.2 percent of the vote in a runoff election. Tuesday night he captured 58.1 percent of 9,133 total votes cast in the 2023 runoff, a mandate to a second term in office.

“. . . I cannot allow misinformation and half-truths to be spread without calling them out and correcting the information.”

Dr. Marlon King, Superintendent, Jackson Madison County Schools address alligations of “Misapporpreations.”

Happy Birthday to You!!

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Laquita Cox Clark- Today is our 2 promise seeds Hannah and Faith Clark birthday so your timeline will be flooded today with our gratitude to God and celebrations to this 2 women of God whom we are proud of and can’t wait to see what the Lord has in store for their future

Faye McKinley- Good morning everyone help me wish a Happy Birthday to my beautiful Aunties Retha Simmons & Retha Graves

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HUMBOLDT NATIVE NETS HIGH SCHOOL COACHING JOB

FOREVER FRIENDS

Sonny House and Bobby McCage have been friends for over six decades and they are closer now than ever before.

They started out as friends when they were little boys and have remained throughout the years. Both went different paths in life only to return to the same community and reunite in retirement.

Mr. Bobby moved away to Florida and lived for many years while Mr. Sonny stayed close to his roots. Mr. Sonny spent years farming and serving as the Trustee for Haywood County before finally retiring.

They now live next door to each other and spend time together everyday. There is nothing like the trust between two people who love and care about friends they’ve known for decades.

After having paid their dues to society it is now time to kick back on the farm and ride around on the tractors and golf carts going any direction their mind leads them. They can now reap the rewards of living well and serving others by enjoying friendship in the Great Outdoors of West Tennessee.

Kenneth B Hunt was named the next Head Girls Basketball Coach of Elkhart (IN) High School recently. The Humboldt (TN) High School graduated says; “my heart is overcome with excitement. I give it all to God for ordering these steps in my life.”

Hunt says he spent the last 20+ plus years getting ready for this opportunity and he is now ready!

“So many people have sacrificed for me to have this awesome opportunity starting with my beautiful wife, Kristy for allowing me to be in the gym so many hours and believing in me. My family, friends, and former players for believing also in me.”

“Coach James Banks and the Lady Gymrats basketball program (without you brother this wouldn’t have been possible). The late great Coach Thomas Boykin (taught me how to be a championship coach).Coach Steve Reynolds and the Lady Panthers( another one that showed me how to win championships). Vernard Hollins and Always 100(the best developmental program in the State). I could go on and on but We are ready to put the work in.”

More Medals for Marable

L’Ouverture Marable and his horse, Outta captured a couple of medles in the Wilson Annual Horse Show last Saturday in Holly Springs, MS. “Outta’s second horse show ever and he got a 6th in Standardbred Class and st in the Speed Racking!! Couldn’t be more proud of him,” says Marable.

West Tennessee OUTDOORS with Ray Jones

PHOTO IS BOBBY McCAGE AND SONNY HOUSE.

Rick Butler named “Litter Enforcement Officer for JPD”

Former Jackson Police Department Officer, Rick Butler comes out of retirement to be hired as the City of Jackson Police Department’s new Litter Enforcement Officer.

According to Chief Corley and Officer Butler, there will be a emphasis on enforcement of illegal dumping of trash in the city. Along with enforcement of commercial trucks hauling debris and garage being tarpped per state law.

JPD will be working closely with the Tennessee Department of Transportation and other agencies to provide education, instructions and if needed citations for violations.

According to Officer Butler, there are certain areas which are prone to illegal dumping and littering.

“When there’s vacant lots we have to be vigilant and monitor closely for possibilities of illegal dumping,” said Butler.

Anyone suspecting illegal trash dumping in the City of Jackson is encouraged to call Jackson Police Department immediately with information as ouch as possible to 731425-8400.

Officer Butler and Chief Corley ask for the citizens help and cooperation in addressing this new approach to litter enforcement to make Jackson a cleaner more attractive city”

ANGELA BURROW Reader of the Week

Join me in congratulating my dear friend Angela Burrow as the “Crime SEEN Examiner Newspaper “Reader of the Week.”

Angela has returned to Jackson with her family from the Atwood area. She is a graduate of MTSU in 1997 and excited to be back in Jackson.

She is a loyal reader of the CSE newspaper and appreciates “the well written human interest stories and information not found anywhere else she said”

“The sports, church and community news is the best around. Keep up the great work please, as you are keeping the community well informed,” said Angela.

BASKERVILLE FUNERAL HOME

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Our Founder

BASKERVILLE FUNERAL HOME-Has been “committed to caring and sincere service” since its founding in the 1940’s. The home was established as “Rawls and Claybrooks,” and then became “Rawls and Baskerville,” prior to Mr. William H. Baskerville’s assuming sole ownership in the 1950’s. Over the years, the Baskerville Funeral Home has rendered such community services in the past such as: (1) transporting people to and from physicians’ offices for appointments; (2) providing an ambulance service; (3) providing life insurance; (4) transporting people to and from the polls for voting; and (4) providing office space for community meetings.

Mr. William Baskerville was born January 19, 1919 in the Belmont community near Mason, TN William Henry Baskerville was born the fifth child of Arthur and Virginia Baskerville

He was wed to his wife of forty-eight years; Olga Vern Donald Baskerville on December 23, 1947.

Mr. William Baskerville (1919-1996) attended Tennessee State University, and earned a Mortuary Science degree from Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science, Nashville, Tennessee. He was a man who was tremendously dedicated to his profession, his family, his church, and his community.

Staff members of Baskerville Funeral Home are caring and experienced professionals who understand that each family is unique and has personal requests and traditions. These requests and traditions are of utmost importance to our staff of licensed funeral directors.

Baskerville is a family business with four locations:

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CHARLIE BEENE

November 9, 1958 - May 29, 2023

Memorial Service

Saturday, June 10, 2023

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ANNIE LAURA SLATES BARDWELL

June 11, 1953 - June 8, 2023 SERVICES

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Saturday, June 17, 2023

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LARRY TRIPLETT

The City of Jackson, TN - Government and City of Jackson, TNFire Department request prayers for the family of one of our own.

If you knew Larry, you knew laughter, you knew creativity, love for life and love for fellow human beings.

Larry Triplett will be missed. Please keep our Fire Department family and Larry’s family in your prayers.

CAROLYN ROGERS

Funeral service for Carolyn Rogers, age 70, will be Friday, June 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Willow Grove Baptist Church in Brownsville, TN. Burial will follow in Willow Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Ms. Rogers died Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Christian Care Center in Boliver, TN.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 15, 2023 at Mercer Brothers Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM. Ms. Rogers will lie-in-state Friday, June 16, 2023 at Willow Grove Baptist Church from 1:00 PM until time of service. Mercer Brothers Funeral Home

Mr. & Mrs. W.H. Baskerville

OBITUARIES

CENTENARIAN HONORED

Madison County

MARCUS HICKS

Funeral service for Mar-

cus Hicks, age 45, were Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Cedar Hill Full Gospel Church in Humboldt, TN. Burial followed in Highland Memorial Gardens. Mr. Hicks died Monday, May 29, 2023 at his residence.

MR. CHARLES

ANTHONY STEWART

Jun. 09, 2023

Mrs. Christine Carruth Barnett

July 11, 1939 - June 4, 2023.

Mayor A. J. Massey presents Mother Janette Manley with a Certificate from his office. She also received a letter from the President of The United States Joseph Biden Congratulating her on her 100 year Birthday. The Celebration was held at Cerro Gordo Baptist Church, Saturday, June 10 and well over a 100 family and friends show up.

Rev Larry Mercer, Pastor

OPINION

What we’re thinking

some members of the County Commission for not being good stewards of the funds they have received in the past and how much they are asking for in the upcoming fiscal year. For more details read over Dr. King’s press release and listen to voices in the community. I invite you to join me in prayer for Dr. King and his team for continued success, as I am confident, he will admit he cannot do it alone.

“Resilience doesn’t come from avoiding the struggle. Grit doesn’t come from avoiding the struggle. Strength doesn’t come from avoiding the struggle. You’ll never learn to deal with the hard things if you keep avoiding them. The only way through it is through it. Lean in.’’—Kevin

DeShazo

Graduates there is a message there for you too!

Don Polley | Education contributor

(Contact don@donpolley.com)

Graduates Now Is the Time to Test Your Resolve!

I suspect that graduates are finding out, just as I have, what a difference a few weeks makes. My last article was very positive and optimistic and I still have high hopes for the graduating class of 2023. It is my hope that while in high school, they have learned how to put into proper context that which they have read. Once they pursue the next level of academia, they will find out for sure whether that is the case.

As an educator, I always strive to emphasize the value and importance of reading as it relates to future career success. Reading is foundational to learning and it is the responsibility of K-12 to teach students how to read and understand what they have read. Post-secondary education is where a student learns how to earn, and upon graduation is where it is put all together to translate into career success. This all sounds easy enough, but once HS grads enter the post-secondary arena, many discover that no plan survives contact with action.

Students are different from different backgrounds, higher education institutions have different expectations from their students, and many students discover that their chosen major has a lot more to it than what Wikipedia or Google had to pass on to them as they were seeking a major. From my experience talking with college students at all levels, this is why many drop out or become underemployed upon graduation. I refer to the title of my previous article; regarding are you going to make history or become history. I had the pleasure of interacting in the classroom with some exceptional students in all three school systems I subbed in this past year. I genuinely expect to see these students meet and succeed their potential, and embrace the career that their hard work and determination have led them to, by continually testing their resolve and exceeding expectations.

HERE WE GO AGAIN!

I had every intention of submitting a positive article. However, I feel I must offer my humble opinion in regards to the current wave of misinformation to engulf the school system in Madison County. I have been following the school system for many years now and am encouraged by the significant progress they have made in the area of academics, athletics, and the arts. As the leader of the school system, Dr. Marlon King has done an incredible job in all the above areas and has a school board that is cooperative and supportive of what he and his leadership team are doing. Mr. Pete Johnson is a firm proponent of early childhood education and the chairman of the school board. Dr. King and his team have taken great strides to ensure transparency of what is taking place for faculty, administrators, parents, as well as the community, so there is no question surrounding what is going on. Positive results are not hard to find, but it seems that no good deed goes unpunished, as the superintendent is under unwarranted scrutiny once again; only this time by

Op-Ed - What you said. . .

Dear Editor,

I am writing to address the recent rejection of the school system’s submitted budget and requests by the county commission’s budget committee, and to shed light on the reasons, in my opinion, behind this decision. It is crucial to evaluate the spending priorities of the Jackson-Madison County School Board to ensure that taxpayer dollars are allocated efficiently and effectively.

First and foremost, I want to emphasize that the safety of our students and staff is of utmost importance to this County Commission and I also feel I am safe in saying that it is also a number one priority for Superintendent King. Therefore, the decision by the budget committee to allocate funds for School Resource Officers (SROs) in all 26 schools, as well as the placement of additional SROs in each high school, is commendable. Additionally, the eventual inclusion of an intelligence analyst to monitor security systems and online threats is a proactive measure to ensure a secure learning environment.

Madison County has consistently demonstrated its commitment to funding education above the minimum requirements. Despite having a current student population of 11,800, the county continues to provide funding based on a student level of 13,800. Over the past 16 years, this has resulted in funding that surpasses the minimum requirements by an astonishing $87.5 million. This level of investment in our schools is commendable and speaks to the county’s dedication to education.

Moreover, the Jackson-Madison County School System has benefited from better-than-expected sales tax revenues over the past 24 months, resulting in an additional $8 million for education. When combined with the above maintenance of effort funding, the school system has received $26 million ABOVE the minimum requirements in the last two years alone. These figures demonstrate the significant financial support provided by Madison County to our schools. In terms of capital funding, the County Commission has approved substantial investments over the past 36 months. This includes $2.8 million for two rounds of school buses. Furthermore, $48 million was allocated for the construction of a new Pope School in 2021. However, it is concerning to note that two years later, no dirt has been turned on the construction project and this vote was unanymous by both the school board and County Commissioners. It is crucial for the school board to ensure that capital funds are utilized effectively and projects are executed in a timely manner. Between just these two projects, they amount to over $51 million in capital funding. While discussing expenditures, it is important to address concerns regarding the superintendent’s spending habits. Reports have surfaced highlighting luxurious trips, river boat rides, Grizzly games, filet mignon dinners, luxury car rentals, personal body guard services, massages, and an expenditure of over $20,000.00 to rent Pickwick Landing State Park for a retreat for JMCSS administration, to name just a few. Transparency and accountability are crucial when it comes to managing taxpayer money, and it is essential to thoroughly investigate these allegations.

The educational outcomes within the Jackson-Madison County School System are a cause for concern. The latest TCAP scores indicate that only 19% of third graders are performing at or above third-grade reading levels. Additionally, the three-year average for Madison County stands at 78.8%. These statistics paint a challenging picture and raise questions about the effectiveness of current spending priorities in addressing educational needs and improving student proficiency.

It is also important to address the recent tweets made by Dr. Marlon King, the school superintendent, retweeting a message that referred to the county commission as “corrupt.” Such statements hinder constructive dialogue and fail to acknowledge the significant investments made by the County Commission into our educational system. Teachers and administrators who are so misinformed to quote Zig Ziglar and to somehow accuse commissioners of not knowing the teachers or students worth, is very disheartening and makes me question that teacher or administrator since they obviously do not care to look at the totality of the circumstances. It is crucial to foster an environment of respectful and open communication to address the challenges our schools face.

In conclusion, it is imperative to reevaluate the spending priorities of the Jackson-Madison County School Board and ensure that taxpayer dollars are used responsibly. While school safety remains a top priority, we must strike a balance between providing a secure environment and allocating resources to improve educational outcomes. The budget committee’s decision to scrutinize the budget and prioritize responsible spending is a step in the right direction. By engaging in thoughtful dialogue and transparent decision-making, we can work together to build a stronger and more effective educational system for the benefit of our students and community.

Sincerely, Madison County Commissioner Mike Taylor- District 10

It’s “our holiday” not just mine.

Ask your Mayor and The city of Humboldt Board why is there such a problem sponsoring a National holiday event, Juneteenth.The African American Heritage & Music Festival. We need sponsors to operate. All communities receive funding for national holiday events. Tyson offered us “chicken” when we need funding . (smh) Tammie Porter seems to be the only Alderman aware of the need to have something. She has donated every year. Leon McNeal is angry the festival was moved from 6th Street Park to Viking Park, because of growth nothing personal against him, therefore he doesn’t support. Even if we disagree, there is still a need to come together, celebrate our freedom and culture in a way all races can learn and grow. Viking Park has trees, a stage, is handicap accessible and a great venue for a festival.

I realize no one wants to “rock” the boat when it comes to events celebrating us. But me, I stand on what I believe and I exercise the right to speak truthfully and freely. I straighten my crown and address the issue.

So, I’m asking for sponsors & friends of the community to help me make it better. The Divine Nine - Sororities & Fraternities we need your help. Tom & O.E. Stigall Museum & Library, Elks, Churches , business owners and other organizations donations will matter. Estimated 50 Vendors are onboard. The band is ready. We have insurance and Non-profit for financial donations. (Tax-deductible). We need you to come together and help financially. It’s “our holiday” not just mine. If you want to contact me for info. 901-486-0373

Valerie Porter

We need UNITY.

Humboldt for many years spear headed the Juneteenth Celebration seemly inspiring other towns in Gibson County to begin or to continue their Juneteenth celebrations. If the city has sponsored this event, why is there a problem now & why let (if this is happening) childish vendettas destroy a good thing for the African American\Black community? Humboldt has too much potential to allow petty politics to stagnate progress. Bring back the glory days when Humboldt was progressive, flourishing with businesses, activities ect. Please contact Mrs. Valerie Porter and ask how you can help and contact your aldermen (women) asking them to help or continue to use their platform to promote & sponsor this wonderful event.

Tracy Blakemore Claybrook 06/15/23 CSENEWS P.9

I’ll probably catch problems for saying this.

JMCSS combating misinformation about budget and progress

A season to unite and forge ahead in supporting public schools

JACKSON, Tenn. - Misinformation around the public schools has been on the rise for some time. This can be seen nationally, statewide and even locally. The misperception of schools teaching CRT and the delivery of inappropriate books to the central office are to name a few. However, the JMCSS budget conversation has been one of contention since the request for additional dollars to support students and staff. In researching the past fund requests from the school system that predates my administration, there seems to be a trend that results in a negative experience. While I thought we had broken the old cycle of a contentious relationship when requesting funds from the Commission by the unanimous approval and support of Pope School, I find myself at a crossroad wondering why the new request has become difficult. After all, JMCSS has made unprecedented progress in so many areas — a Level 5 District, several Reward Schools, improved ACT scores, and 90.5% graduation rate are just to name a few. With these successes and continued momentum around the public school system, my team and I find ourselves combating continued misinformation about the schools. I am the first to admit that we are not where we want to be, but we are getting better. The fact that 60% of all 3rd grade students -statewide -failed to score at expectation on the TCAP ELA exam highlights far-reaching issues with the test and the associated retention law. Increasing support to expand PreK and early learning options would be a productive reaction unlike what has been stated in the excerpt from a commissioner. Some choose instead to recite data void of context.

The latest round of misinformation comes from the same commissioner who just a few weeks ago stated that the school system has spent over half a billion dollars. This and similar misinformation cannot and will not be allowed to stand without correction and rebuttal. I have never said that the county commission is “corrupt” or that the county commission does not “know the teachers or students’ worth.” And, I agree that misinformation put out by some in the community “hinders constructive dialogue.” I call on all commissioners and other elected officials from spreading such misinformation publicly.

Many of the conversations around the JMCSS budget have been with an estimated 1/5 of the County Commission, not the entire Commission Legis-

lative Body. I truly believe that the full Commission will continue to support the school system. To say that this administration needs to re-evaluate spending priorities, is to discredit the facts:

The school system has come in under budget every year under my administration.

The ‘rainy day’ funds have grown from $13 million to $20 million since 2020.

The expenses of other county departments are not being scrutinized like the expenses of JMCSS, even though JMCSS continues to keep its expenses under budget each year. A few areas of expenditures that are not mentioned include:

JMCSS paid the County Finance Department $325,000 last year for providing the same financial services

that it provides to other departments at no cost — previous year’s cost around $200,000 plus.

In FY22, JMCSS pulled $500,000 from its fund balance to pay the County’s contractual obligation to the Jackson-Madison County Education Foundation.

JMCSS continues to pay the County almost $1M per year (with two years left) for an old contract with Ameresco that the County paid off several years ago.

The school system is not set up to fund the county; the county taxpayers’ dollars are to fund schools.

The Board and I have been good stewards of the money that the taxpayers have entrusted to us which

is evident by coming in under budget for the last three years. We enjoy a great relationship with the great majority of County Commissioners and hope to continue that relationship into the future as we serve the families of Madison County. However, I cannot allow misinformation and half-truths to be spread without calling them out and correcting the information.

Below is context around Commissioner Taylor’s excerpt:

• I certainly agree that the safety of our students and employees is of extreme importance. We have been focused on safety for the last few years. Examples of this administration’s focus on safety includes partnering with Maxxguard to cover voids in SRO coverage as well as creating an internal safety team of trained profes-

sionals. There are many county departments that support the school system including the Sheriff, Health, and Highway departments. I fully support and appreciate the services those departments provide to our schools and community; however, these are budgets that are independent of the budget for educating our students, and the school’s budget requests need the support of the County as well.

• Since 2020, the County Commission has only provided the minimum funding required by state law for maintenance of effort. The only funding that the County has provided since 2020 over and above maintenance of effort is as follows: metal detectors, buses and approval of building of the New Pope School. While JMCSS appreciates

the additional funding for metal detectors, buses, and Pope School, for the FY24 budget JMCSS requested $1.2M after negotiation. Initially the request was $1.8 million (buses), $1.2 million (4 roofs), $1.1 Ameresco payment and increased maintenance of effort by $416,900. These requests were negotiated by the County Budget Committee and unanimously agreed on and I committed to purchase needed roof repairs. After negotiating, I awarded the bids for roofs, and the committee agreed to fund education capital by $1.2 million for teachers’

The majority of the County Commission fully support our school system and what it is trying to accomplish.

laptops. Now, the Budget has been rejected after the schools have awarded and committed to purchase the roofs. As to Commissioner Taylor’s comment on our enrollment, he estimated our enrollment to be 11,800 based on the maintenance of effort enrollment number - which does not include our PreK students. With the inclusion of our PreK students we have an enrollment of 12,553. This is important context to note.

• Regarding Pope School, the County Commission chose the site at Ashport Road for Pope School. Some on the County Commission, as well as some on the Board, questioned

exclusively for them.

• Regarding school system spending, since

the site selection because of traffic concerns. These concerns have now come to fruition as the traffic study suggests the need for substantial widening of roads and a roundabout at the intersection of Pleasant Plains and Ashport. These costs will have to be borne by the taxpayers of Madison County. The traffic study as well as environmental studies have caused some delay, but we now understand that site work at the location should begin within the next few weeks. Members of the County Commission have received updates and will continue to receive my biweekly newsletter

2020 JMCSS has come in under budget each year and has increased its ‘rainy day fund’ known as fund balance significantly — funds that are designed for emergency use and unforeseen circumstances. We have been very strategic in spending of our operating budget as well as its ESSER funding. We have announced grant awards throughout the course of my tenure — ways to offset revenue. Many purchases to support capital needs have been used from ESSER to relieve the County of additional burden such as locker rooms at JCT and West Bemis, the concession stand at West Bemis, upgrading windows and interiors at Alexander, additional classrooms at Community Montessori, renovating Malesus STEM Innovation Center, providing safety enclosures for schools, and more. In addition, JMCSS has given teachers and staff raises and bonuses, added school nurse positions, absorbed insurance premium increases, and implemented new and innovative programs without asking the County for any contribution toward these expenditures.

•Starting teacher pay has moved from $38,000 to $42,000 and plans to increase to $46,000 within our budget and without requesting additional funding from the County along with longevity pay

for all employees. With this budget, increases for non-certified staff hourly pay will be $3 per hour— again within the budget and without requesting additional funding from the County. The County is funding salary increases for identified County employees by 5% with the exception of the school system employees.

• Regarding the specific expenditures, the benefactor of these expenses was not the Superintendent but students, staff, leaders, and teachers. There is no secret about the passion and concern that I have for students and staff — people in general! For example, the tickets for the Grizzlies games were for student rewards. Many of the expenses listed were for professional development for administrators and board members. All school systems provide professional development for administrators, and professional development for members of the board of education is required by law. Professional development for administrators is a budget expense, and mostly federal dollars and sponsorships have been used for this rather than money from the County. Expenses for professional development for principals and administrators included a one-time unique professional development session exclusively for JMCSS employees on a river boat ride. Also, the Leadership Retreat expenses for lodging, meals, materials, and presenters at Pickwick Landing is an annual professional development event, which is misrepresented as though the entire Lodge was rent-

ed. Additionally, several meals, snacks, shirts, and more were provided by sponsors.

•For context on spending, consider this: In previous years, the National Institute for School Leaders (NISL) was used by this district for leadership professional development. It costs $252,000 annually for 20 people and $106,000 annually for their materials. When we talk about reevaluating spending priorities, it is context like this that is left out of the conversation. We save Madison County money when professional leadership development is led internally.

* The seated chair massages in the library during the principal’s leadership development continues to be mentioned, but this was a professional development to demonstrate a new focus on health, social and mental well-being. The We CARE program is another visionary idea that is being prepared for launch for all employees. The program will support a reimbursement to employees at a set amount for massages, weight management programs, a nutrition program, acupuncture, gym membership, and financial literacy courses. Promoting good health for our staff is key to providing quality instructions for students.

*I have already explained the following

expenses, but since the overspending narrative continues to be floated in public by Commissioner Taylor and others, I am compelled to explain again: The school board went to a steakhouse for dinner while on a required professional development and the board members’ per diem allowance has always been used when group lunches or dinners occur. As for a “luxury car rental,” this was a shuttle van for transportation for the board to and from the professional development which was cheaper than each member traveling independently and submitting mileage reimbursement or using a ride share option. The “personal bodyguard services” was an inhouse personnel, which is used during large crowd events such as graduation ceremonies. The list of expenditures for $89,000 is over multiple years, but JMCSS has raised over $200,000 in private donations which would cover all of the complained expenses. We have begun the process of working with the County to ensure misinformation and a negative light is not shed on the school system. Our success has been collective and not completed in a silo. The executive team, chief officers, central office staff, school leaders, teachers, support staff, students,

families, commissioners, and community supporters have been the winners in our unprecedented progress. There’s not a better time than now to capitalize on this moment and show support for our public school system. Together, let’s win!

The money trail: Tracking the funding of Jackson-Madison County Schools

One way to measure a county’s level of effort in supporting public schools is to compare the money it does give to fund education versus the money it could give.

Let’s Talk! We want to hear from you.

There is nothing more important to our district than the health, safety, and well-being of our entire school community. Every voice matters, and we want to make it easy for you to communicate with your child’s schools.

We’re introducing Let’s Talk, an online customer service solution that provides a convenient way for you to ask questions, request information, or share concerns.

Let’s Talk is available 24/7 from your phone, computer, or tablet, and includes staff-facing technologies that ensure you receive a timely, accurate response — every time. You can expect a response from us within two business days.

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Retired Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Terry Hennings ’15MAT Named 2023 Wake County Public School System

Teacher of the Year - https://ced.ncsu.edu/

When Terry Hennings retired from the Air Force after serving for 25 years as a combat medic, he knew what he wanted to do next. He wanted to teach.

“I remember the impact that [my teachers] had on my life,” said Hennings, a social studies teacher at Garner Magnet High School. “That was the reason why when I left the military I wanted to go into education. I wanted to try to have that same exact impact on students’ lives that those individuals had on mine.”

As Teacher of the Year, Hennings hopes to use his platform to inspire others to teach and increase the number of perspectives in the classroom.

“We’ve just got to help find more men teachers and more African American teachers,” Hennings said. “That’s what’s near and dear to my heart.”

Hennings also hopes to recruit more veterans to the teaching profession. His goal is to diversity and grow the ranks of educators who are in the classroom and making a difference.

“We all remember our favorite teacher, the teacher that helped us out,” Hennings said. “So to have that type of impact on a student’s life, that’s amazing. “

A Humboldt native, Hennings is pictured below with high school classmates: Kenneth Hunt, Keith Hunt, Eugene Pankey, Michael Lewis and Elgin Mckinley

Links elect New Officers for 2023-2025 Program Year

Top Row: Dr. LaToshia Chism, Vice President, Berneda Thompson, Recording Secretary, Cynthia Early, Treasurer

Middle Row: Delois Dailey, Chair of Nominating Committee, Cynthia Grant, Correspondence Secretary, Margaret Rogers, Financial Secretary, Bottom Row: Joyce A. Peoples, Parliamentarian, Felicia Collins, Chair of Operations and LaTarsha Hanna Huff, Chaplain

Links induct four new members

The Jackson (TN) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated inducts four new members. The new members are pictured with President Mechelle Moragne.

Pictured Below L-R: Theda Hunt, Kimberly Jones, President Mechelle Moragne, Melinda Richardson and Cynthia West. The new inductees organized a Mental Health Awareness at Historic First Baptist Church as part of their required community service project. These young ladies are excited to join this volunteer service organization.

Organization Welcoms New Mothers Welcomed

The Jackson Tn Chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc. Welcomes our Newest Mothers to this Great Organization… April Webster, Rhonda Forbes and TaNeezia Cook

TAYLOR NAMED BPW PRESIDENT

Margaret Taylor: “ I am so honored to be chosen to lead the Jackson Area Business and Professional Women for the fiscal year 2023-24, as President. I’ll share the leadership with so many strong women. Kimberly Jones is 1st Vice President, Mary Elizabeth Bates is 2nd Vice President, Linda Theus is Secretary, and Dawn Mooney is Treasurer.I’m in awe of the many talented, diverse women in BPW, but we have room for more. Come join us to make life better for women in West Tennessee.”

ARREST REPORT

The individuals depicted have been arrested but not convicted at the time of this posting. This information does not infer or imply guilt of any actions or activity other than their arrest.

06/08/2023

HANKINS, ANDREW

KEITH -Age 33 Gender

MALE Race WHITE -Charges VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION

ORTEZ, ANTONIO -Age 41

Gender MALE Race WHITE

-Charges TENNESSEE HUMAN TRAFFICKING ACT OF 2007

06/07/2023

PITTS, SINCERE DIA-

MANTE -Age30 Gender

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

CURRIE, TARREAS TERRELL -Age 47 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges TEN-

NESSEE HUMAN TRAFFICKING ACT OF 2007

BECKUM, CHERYL RE-

NEE -Age 64 Gender FE-

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges SHOPLIFTING-THEFT OF PROPERTY

DIXON, DEMETRIUS

MERRIWEATHER -Age 29

Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges TENNESSEE HUMAN TRAFFICKING ACT OF 2007

LYONS, CHRISTOPHER

ANTWAN -Age 33 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges CRIMINAL TRESPASS, DISORDERLY CONDUCT

SMITH, CHARLES IVORY -Age 65 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges

THEFT <$999, ALL OTHER

LARCENY, VANDALISM

HOLLIDAY, BRIAN

KEITH -Age 44 Gender

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges HUMAN TRAFFICKING: TRAFFICKING FOR SEXUAL SERVITUDE

AMERICAN -Charges FAILURE TO APPEAR

MARSHALL, FRANKIE Q

- Age 39 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges VANDALISM

HEALY, AIMEE LYNN

-Age 49 Gender FEMALE

Race WHITE -Charges

COX, CHRISTEN -Age 32 Gender FEMALE Race

WHITE -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

COBB, DENNIS RESHARD

Age 41 Gender MALE Race

BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION, THEFT <$999, THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE, CONVICTED FELON, UNLAWFUL CARRYING OR POSSESSION OF A WEAPON, DRIVING ON REVOKED/ SUSPENDED LICENSE, EVADING ARREST, LEAVING THE SCENE OF ACCIDENT (PROPERTY DAMAGE), RESISTING STOP, ARREST

COOPER, TERRELL JAMAR -Age 33 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges AGGRAVATED ASSAULT, VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION

FORD, MARK ANTHONY -Age 53 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION, FAILURE TO APPEAR

BORNER, TRAVIOUS

MARKEE -Age 33 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION

06/06/2023

SMITH, CHARLES IVORY

-Age 65 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges

BURGLARY, THEFT $1000>$9,999, ALL OTHER, LARCENY, VANDALISM

YOUNG, JENNIFER E -Age 38 Gender FEMALE Race

WHITE -Charges SIMPLE DOMESTIC ASSAULT

THARPE, JOHN BRADLEY -Age 44 GenderMALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN

THEFT <$999, ALL OTHER LARCENY

CAWTHON, CHARLES

EDWARD -Age 41 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

LIGHTFOOT, JACQUELINE

SHAUNTA - Age 44 Gender FEMALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

SWEZEA, HARLEE R -Age

25 Gender FEMALE Race

WHITE -Charges FAILURE TO APPEAR

HARDIN, BERNARD LAMONT -Age 38 Gender MALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges

Description HARASSMENT (ORAL THREAT)

SHIELDS, ASHLEY NICOLE -Age 25 Gender FEMALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges SIMPLE DOMESTIC ASSAULT, FAILURE TO APPEAR

RINKS, MATTHEW -Age 40 Gender MALE RaceWHITE -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

LEE, ZACCHAEUS BERNARD -Age 21 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges AGGRAVATED DOMESTIC ASSAULT, VIOLATION OF ORDER OF PROTECTION

06/05/2023

HEALY, AIMEE LYNN

-Age 49 Gender FEMALE Race WHITE -Charges ASSAULT, RESISTING STOP, ARREST, SHOPLIFTING-THEFT OF PROPERTY, SIMPLE POSSESSION/CASUAL EXCHANGE

LIGHTFOOT, JACQUELINE SHAUNTA -Age 44 Gender FEMALE Race

BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges CRIMINAL TRESPASS

RAYES, GABRIEL LOPEZ -Age 21 Gender MALE

Race WHITE -Charges STATUTORY RAPE

SINCLAIR, NICHOLAS SENTAE -Age 40 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

HUTCHESON, SAMANTHA J -Age 41 Gender FEMALE Race WHITE -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

REED, VINCENT H -Age 47 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges AGGRAVATED ASSAULT, SIMPLE DOMESTIC ASSAULT

RUIZ, JUAN MANUEL -Age 23 Gender MALE Race WHITE -Charges POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE

WIMBERLY, SARAH J Age 40 Gender FEMALE Race WHITE -Charges DRIVING ON REVOKED/SUSPENDED LICENSE, POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAMINE

ELLISON, KEIONIA MICHELLE -Age 30 Gender

FEMALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges FAILURE TO APPEAR

FRANCIS, JOSHUA

NATHANIEL -Age 32 Gender MALE Race WHITE -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

06/04/2023

WAIBL, HEATHER R -Age

40 Gender FEMALE Race

WHITE -Charges FAILURE TO APPEAR

WILLIAMS, NELSON

DAVID -Age 33 Gender

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges HUMAN TRAFFICKING: TRAFFICKING FOR SEXUAL SERVITUDE

WILLIAMS, ERIC J -Age 43

Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges DRIVING ON REVOKED/SUSPENDED LICENSE, DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

FRANCIS, JOSHUA NATHANIEL -Age 32 Gender MALE Race WHITE -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

CASON, DERRICK TERRELL -Age 42 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges FAILURE TO COMPLY

VASQUEZ RODRIGUEZ, BLANCA -Age 47 Gender FEMALE Race WHITE -Charges -SHOPLIFTING-THEFT OF PROPERTY SARMIENTO COREA, JANKLYN -Age 28 Gender

MALE Race WHITE -Charges SHOPLIFTING-THEFT OF PROPERTY

PITTS, ZACHARY T -Age 20 Gender MALE Race WHITE -Charges PROHIBITED PURCHASE/POSSESSION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS BY MINORS

SIMPLE POSSESSION/CASUAL EXCHANGE, UNDERAGE CONSUMPTION, POSSESSION OR TRANSPORTATION OF BEER O GRANBERRY, ED LOUIS -Age 23 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges AG-

PROFESSIONAL BONDING

115 W Central

Trenton Tn. 38382

Originated by James “Timbo” Patterson

(731)-855-1500

(731)-618-0936

Zedrick McLin

GRAVATED DOMESTIC ASSAULT

06/03/2023

HAYNES, JOSEPH EDWARD -Age 42 Gender

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges FAILURE TO APPEAR

THOMAS, BRITNEY BRA-

TAY -Age 32 Gender FE-

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges CRIMINAL TRESPASS

BAXTER, MICHAEL C

-Age 45 Gender MALE Race

WHITE -Charges SHOPLIFTING-THEFT OF PROPERTY

LENTS, BARBARA LYNN

-Age 37 Gender FEMALE

Race WHITE -Charges FORGERY, THEFT $1000>$9,999, ALL OTHER LARCENY

LONG, ASHLEE BERNICE

-Age 34 Gender FEMALE

Race BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges SIMPLE DOMESTIC ASSAULT, VANDALISM

S -Age 26 Gender MALE

Race WHITE -Charges DISORDERLY CONDUCT COX, JERRY COLLIN

Arrest Report

The individuals depicted have been arrested but not convicted at the time of this posting. This information does not infer or imply guilt of any actions or activity other than their arrest.

6/2/23

PARKER, ARRIANNA L B/F

Driving REV/SUSP License, Failure to Provide Proof In-

Insurance, Speeding, Violation Registration Law

NOVAL, LISA R W/F Driving REV/SUSP License, Light law Violation

6/5/23

MCCLINTON, DEMARCUS

LAQEZ B/M Filing False Report, Immediate Notice of Accident

6/6/23

JESSICA ROBERTSON THREATENS TO KILL EVERYONE

Cont’d from page 1

-Age 23 Gender MALE Race

BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges FAIL-

URE TO APPEAR

AUSTIN, WILEY KING

-Age 52 Gender MALE Race

BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges CRIMINAL TRESPASS 06/02/2023

WILLIAMS, NELSON

DAVID -Age 33 Gender

MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN -Charges FAILURE TO APPEAR

ARMOUS, MARCUS -Age 38 Gender MALE Race

BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION, SIMPLE DOMESTIC ASSAULT

LYONS, CHRISTOPHER

ANTWAN -Age 33 Gender MALE Race BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN

-Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

TUCKER, JAYLON IRVIN

Age 23 Gender MALE Race

BLACK OR AFRICAN

AMERICAN -Charges VIOLATION OF PROBATION

surance, Seatbelt law, Simple Possession

6/3/23

BAXTER, MICHAEL CHARLES

W/M Theft $1001-$2500

6/4/23

FIELDS, JARROD ANTWON

B/M Possession of Firearm

During a Felony, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession Sch VI with Intent, Speeding, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon

SMITH, BRIDGET H W/F Driving REV/SUSP License, Failure to Provide Proof

MUENZER, COREY W/M Fugitive/Outstanding Warrant

ROBERSON, ANOTIA

ASHUNTI B/F Theft-Conduct Involving Merchandise

6/7/23

GRAY, HOUSTON LEE B/M Child Abuse and Neglect HOLLAND, DAVID WAYNE

W/M Driving on REV/ SUSP License, Seatbelt Law ORTEGA, RACHEL D W/F Violation of Probation

Robertson called the school on May 24 and left a voicemail stating, “Hey, I have a question. Why the fuck do y’all government think it’s OK to make goddamn third graders repeat fucking elementary school? Like, what the fuck? I’m gonna kill y’all. Bye.”

School personnel matched the caller ID to a family with prior children at the school and turned the information over to detectives, who visited the family’s home. The parents at the location confirmed the number belonged to their daughter, Jessica Robertson. They said a few days prior, the news was on TV, and Jessica became enraged about this particular story and informed her mother was “going upstairs to call the government!”

Arrest Report

The individuals depicted have been arrested but not convicted at the time of this posting. This information does not infer or imply guilt of any actions or activity other than their arrest.

6/4/23

HOLMES, LEON THOMAS B/M Violation of Order of Protection

6/6/23

Williams, Jayden Thomas W/M Criminal Trespassing, Contributing to Delinquency of Minor

6/7/23

PIRTLE, ARTHUR LEE B/M Prostitution Patronizing

6/11/23

COOK, HERBERT KEITH B/M Driving REV/SUSP License

DICKERSON, JOSHUA

LARENZE B/M Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest/ STOP, HALT, FRISK

Two Jackson Residents Sentenced in Bank Fraud Scheme

JACKSON, Tenn. — Two Jackson residents have been sentenced after being found guilty of being involved in a bank fraud scheme.

A U.S. Department of Justice press release states 43-yearold Jennifer Azbill-Hall and 61-year-old Benjamin Vargason were indicted in 2019 in connection with a scheme to steal around $820,000 from B&H Finance.

The release states between January 2015 and September 2018, Hall opened fictitious accounts in the names of former customers of B&H Finance, where she was employed. According to the release, Hall took out loans and forged endorsements on checks made payable to customers, and then cashed the checks through Vargason’s business, Great American Sports. The release says Vargason deposited the checks in his company’s account and kept a portion of the proceeds. The release states that Hall was also sentenced in connection with a separate scheme to defraud JMS Restoration while she was employed there in 2018 and 2019. According to the release, Hall used her access to the company’s bank account to pay her mortgage and to transfer funds to CastleGate Kennels, which was owned by her husband.

U.S. District Judge S. Thomas Anderson sentenced Hall to 30 months imprisonment to be followed by two years of supervised release. The release states she was also ordered to pay restitution of $920,218.59 and a mandatory assessment fee of $1,600.

Vargason was sentenced to time served and placed on supervised release for three years, with six months to be served in home confinement. According to the release, he was also ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $819,916.63. The case was investigated by the United States Secret Service and the Jackson Police Department

Jessica L. Robertson of Stone Mountain Ct in Nashville, TN, was booked into the Metro Nashville Jail on June 12th, charged with threat of violence in a school. A judicial commissioner set her bond at $2,000, and the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office gave her pre-trial release from their facility.

Incumbent Maintains Mayor’s Seat

CSENews- Staff

Tuesday’s results of the 2023 City of Jackson Mayor’s race, revealed that the incumbent, Scott Conger has faced down, challenger Ray Condray to maintain his position.

According to details released by the Madison County Election Commission, Tuesday night, Conger captured 59 percent of the 5398 early votes.

On election day, Conger completed the sweep by winning 58.11 percent of the total 9133 votes cast.

13th Annual Shay Knight Cars for Cancer July

1 2023.

3pm-8pm! @ Rockabily

Stadium

4 Fun Place Jackson, TN. sponsored by Tucker boyz Trucking, d180 fiTness, Aplus cAsh soluTions

Mayor Scott Conger

Happy Birthday to You!!

6/4

Candice

Floyd -Today is one of the Best days to celebrate! It’s my nephews EMARI’S 15th Birthday!

6/6

Tyrone Tony Reed, Jr. - At 12:11 p.m., June 6, 1982, my mother Marjorie Reed gave birth to me! I just want to thank God for blessing me to see my 41st birthday and I pray that He allows me to see many more! I also thank everyone for the birthday wishes! You all are the GREATEST!

Teri Gore Wood - Happy Birthday,,, another mild stone for my cousin LASHAWN WILLIAMS

JOHNSON

the big 50’ Was happy to celebrate this Special day with you! Welcome to the Fabulous @Fifty Club

6/7

Tori Haliburton -Help me wish my second Mama, NELLIE THOMAS, a Happy Birthday. I’ve been loving you for a long time! I pray you have a beautiful birthday!

Takiaya Smith - Singing

Happy Birthday to my sis KEOISHA SMITH! I love you and enjoy your day.

Happy birthday to our little brother KEVIN MARTIN. Love your siblings

6/9

CASH (POO) MOORE mommy loves you. Happy Birthday

Carla Thomas Happy Happy Birthday to my girl Bernetha Sims and I wish you many more!!! I LOVE YOU

LaQuiecia Reed -Happy 43rd birthday to me and yes I went to work..lolol but I had a wonderful day and thanks to all that have commented, gave gifts, some even sung to me.. praying for many more

Jackie NormanMONIQUE KING Happy Heavenly birthday

6/10

Johnetta Black

-Over 40 +yrs ago the Lord Blessed me with this amazing young man .Will you help me wish him a Happy Birthday

MARCUS JOHNSON!

India

show my little mane some love and tell him Happy 8th Birthday. We love you RALPHAEL!

Eugene Cox -Yes! Wishing my Oldest Daughter -DENITA COX- A Wonderful Birthday Enjoy Your Day To the Fullest!

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Deshawndra Gillispie - Happy birthday to our mama, MRS. PEARLIE GILLISPIE!

MADISON COUNTY, TENNESSEE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2024

GENERAL PURPOSE SCHOOL FUND

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – (RFP) 2023-005 UTILITY ALLOWANCE STUDY

The Jackson Housing Authority (JHA) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide professional services in the preparation of Tenant Utility Allowances. The RFP package, which contains the general scope of services, evaluation factors, and submission requirement, is available by downloading the package from JHA website at: www.jacksonha.com or copies may be picked up in person at JHA administrative office at 125 Preston Street, Jackson, TN. 38301. All proposals must be received by email at the JHA offices by 5:00 p.m. local time (CST), Thursday, June 22, 2023

Published: Thursday June 8 and June 15, 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE - CITY OF THREE WAY

Please be advised that Ordinance No. 2023-1 an ordinance of the City of Three of Three Way to adopt the annual budget and tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 was adopted and passed on the second reading at the Board of Mayor and Alderman regular meeting on Monday, June 5, 2023.

Musician Wanted

Salem Christian Methodist Episcopal Church is in search of a musician. Qualified person must be able to play the piano or keyboard; be familiar with church music including hymns, gospel, spirituals, and contemporary praise and worship.

Apply using the QR code below or at www.salemcmechurch.org/muscian-application.

Salem

CME Church , 2624 Ashport Road, Jackson, TN

Rev. Valerie D. Conley, Pastor

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE COLLISION SPECIALISTS, INC. OF 96 FAIRWAY BLVD., JACKSON, TN 38305; 731-668-9263 WILL SELL THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE IF NOT CLAIMED ON JULY 15, 2023 : YEAR MAKE MODEL VIN NUMBER

2021 Hyundai Sonata SEL KMHL64JA3MA147984 for the account of Sophia Janay Watson Blaylock

PUBLISHED in The CrimeSEEN Examiner News: June 15, 2023

martibailey101@aol.com

Public Notice In The Chancery Court of Madison County, Tennessee

Jessica Polk Plaintiff VS. Jesse B Polk II Defendant

R.D. 82387

In this cause, it appearing from the petition, which is sworn to, that the address and whereabouts of the defendant JESSE B POLK II, is unknown and cannot be ascertained by diligent search and inquiry, that he is required to file an answer for the above mentioned Complaint with the Clerk of the Madison County Chancery Court, 100 E. Main Street, Room 200, Jackson, Tennessee, 38301 on or before, JULY 17, 2023, and serve a copy of said answer on, ATTORNEY J COLIN MORRIS, 204 WEST BALTIMORE STREET JACKSON, TENNESSEE 38301, in order to make defense to the Complaint filed against him or otherwise the complaint will as to him be taken for confessed. This Notice will be published in The CrimeSEEN Examiner News, for four consecutive weeks.

This the 17th day of May, 2023

PAM CARTER CLERK AND MASTER

May 25, June 1, 8 & 15, 2023

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE

WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of an Open End Deed of Trust dated November 1, 2002, executed by Lee Bishop, to Tammy Stewart, Trustee for West Tennessee Mortgage Services, recorded on November 6, 2002 in Trust Deed Book 1422, page 564, Registers Office of Madison County, Tennessee; and

WHEREAS, West Tennessee Mortgage Services, hereinafter “Creditor”, the party entitled to enforce said security interest, appointed R. Bradley Sigler as the Substitute Trustee in Trust Deed Book 2223, page 1473, in the Register’s Office of Madison County, Tennessee.

NOW THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that R. Bradley Sigler, as Substitute Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested in and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee, will, on June 28, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the north door of the Madison County Courthouse, 100 East Main Street, Jackson, Tennessee, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash or certified funds paid

at the conclusion of the sale, or credit bid from a bank or other lending entity pre-approved by the Substitute Trustee. The property to be sold is described as follows:

BEGINNING at a stake in the south margin of Hillcrest Circle, said point being the northwest corner of Lot No. 70 in Hillcrest Circle Subdivision No. 1, a plat of which appears of record in Plat Book 1, page 112, in the Register’s Office of Madison County, Tennessee; runs thence south 28 degrees west with the west margin of said Lot No. 70, 300 feet to a point where Lot Nos. 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71 and 72 corner; thence north 11-3/4 degrees east, 300 feet to a stake in the south margin of Hillcrest Circle, 83-1/2 feet to the point of beginning. Being the eastern one-half of Lot 69 in Hillcrest Circle Subdivision No. 1. Being the same property conveyed to Lee Bishop by deed of record in Deed Book 634, page 180, in the Register’s Office of Madison County, Tennessee.

Property Address: 208 Hillcrest Circle, Jackson, TN 38301 Tax Map 78M Group M Parcel 28.01

If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder.

The sale is subject to the following: tenant(s)/occupant(s) rights in possession, if any; all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any state or federal government agency; any prior liens or encumbrances and any priority created by a fixture filing.

Additionally, the following parties might claim an interest in the property: (1) Small Business Administration pursuant to a Deed of Trust recorded in Trust Deed Book 1553, page 648, in the Register’s Office of Madison County, Tennessee; and (2) State of Tennessee Department of Revenue pursuant to a State Tax Lien of record in Lien Book 66, page 1591, in said Register’s Office.

If the United States, the State of Tennessee, or any agency thereof have any liens on the proper-

ty and are named herein as interested parties, timely notice has been given to them in accordance with 26 U.S.C. §7425(b) and T.C.A. §67-1-1433(b) (1), and the sale will be subject to any applicable rights of redemption held by such entities, as required by 26 U.S.C. § 7425(d)(1) and T.C.A. §671-1433(c)(1).

The property will be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH ALL FAULTS, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied, as to the condition of the property or any improvements thereon, including but not limited to merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The Substitute Trustee makes no warranty of title, express or implied, and will only convey the property by Substitute Trustee’s Deed. Except as noted above, all right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and exemption are expressly waived in the Deed of Trust. The sale held pursuant to this notice is subject to the express reservation that it may be rescinded by the Substitute Trustee or Creditor at any time. If the sale is rescinded for any reason, the purchaser shall only be entitled to a refund of funds tendered to purchase the subject property, and shall have no further or other recourse against Creditor, the Substitute Trustee, or their successor(s), assign(s), agent(s), and attorney(s). The right is reserved to adjourn 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. Notice of such adjournment will also be mailed to interested parties when required by applicable law.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Publish Dates: June 1, 8 and 15, 2023

R. Bradley Sigler, Substitute Trustee Holmes, Rich & Sigler, P.C. 3021 Hwy 45 By Pass #102 Jackson, TN 38305 Telephone: 731-422-4023

INSERTION DATES: June 1, 2023, June 8, 2023 and June 15, 2023

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Jeremy Chandler Agency

2252 F. E. Wright Drive - Jackson, TN 38305 731-267-9004

jchandler2@farmersagent.com

NOTICE TO CREDITORS As required by TCA §30-2-306

Madison County Probate - 110 Irby Street, Room 102 - Jackson, TN 38301 - (731) 988-3025

Case Number 57PR1-2023-PR 19298

Estate of BILLY WAYNE RIDER, Deceased

Notice is hereby given that on May 31 of 2023 Letters Testamentary (or of Administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of BILLY WAYNE RIDER, who died DECEMBER 11 2022, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Madison 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 forever 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 sixty (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 decedent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Date: 5/31/2023

SYDNEY RIDER REPLOGLE

Personal Representative

Date: 5/31/2023 JACOB HOLMES Attorney

Published: June 15 and June 22, 2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS As required by TCA §30-2-306

Madison County Probate - 110 Irby Street, Room 102 - Jackson, TN 38301 - (731) 988-3025

Case Number 57PR1-2023-PR 19289

Estate of THOMAS RAY MORRIS, Deceased

Notice is hereby given that on May 24 of 2023 Letters Testamentary (or of Administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of THOMAS RAY MORRIS, who died MARCH 28, 2023, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Madison 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 forever 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 sixty (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 decedent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Date: 5/24/2023

Date: 5/24/2023

Published: June 8 and June 15, 2023

MATTHEW RAY MORRIS

Personal Representative

SARA E. BARNETT

Attorney

NOTICE TO CREDITORS As required by TCA §30-2-306

Madison County Probate - 110 Irby Street, Room 102 - Jackson, TN 38301 - (731) 988-3025

Case Number 57PR1-2023-PR 19254

Estate of ALAN JENKINS HUDSON, Deceased

Notice is hereby given that on May 23 of 2023 Letters Testamentary (or of Administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of ALAN JENKINS HUDSON, who died JANUARY 28, 2023, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Madison 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 forever 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 sixty (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 decedent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Date: 5/23/2023 AUDREY BRIDGEWATER HUDSON

Date: 5/23/2023

Published: June 1 and June 8, 2023

Personal Representative

JAY DSTIN KING

Attorney

NOTICE TO CREDITORS As required by TCA §30-2-306

Madison County Probate - 110 Irby Street, Room 102 - Jackson, TN 38301 - (731) 988-3025

Case Number 57PR1-2023-PR 19301

Estate of GERALD WAYNE HUNT, SR., Deceased

Notice is hereby given that on June 7 of 2023 Letters Testamentary (or of Administration as the case may be) in respect of the estate of GERALD WAYNE HUNT, SR., who died MAY 24, 2023, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Madison 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 forever 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 sixty (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 decedent’s date of death. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

Date: 6/07/2023 GERALD WAYNE HUNT, JR.

Personal Representative

Date: 6/07/2023 NANCY L. CHOATE Attorney

Published: June 15 and June 22, 2023

“Our Service Makes The Difference”

Happy Anniversary!!

Valerie and Pastor Robert Ross - 23 years ago today I said, “I Do”! “I Will”! God is the holding glue! Happy Anniversary. I love you honey!

PROUD PARENT ALERT

6/5

Joyce Williams

Lawrence Happy 12 Anniversary to us

BUSINESS BUMP

Evelyn Baskerville celebrated Pink Friday, with sorority sister Sharlene Woolfork-Bond. “We Patronized, Skillet Junction we bought black, spent our green and wore our pink.”

Bessie Hunt said: “Ashley Nicole Hunt is soooooo beautiful at her friend Natassia and Philip Craig’s wedding today.

I have enjoyed my babies (Kayla Danielle Bond and Kiya Demorae) coming to hang with me Sunday. Love Brown

BUT GOD...ALWAYS GOD

It is with sincere heartfelt gratitude and thankfulness that I write this note of appreciation and acknowledgment. First and foremost, all praises to my God. Five years ago I stepped out on very little faith and even less business knowledge to open a loving, safe haven facility; Golden Years that caregivers could bring their loved ones while they work, play, or just exhale for a while. It also allows the clients the opportunities to socialize with peers of like interests. But God...

To say challenging is definitely an understatement. But God... Through it all He has NEVER left or forsaken me. For His continuous grace and mercies I am truly, eternally thankful. Thank you Lord.

Please allow me to say up front that I apologize for anyone I may not mention in this note. Please blame it on my head and not my heart. God knows. There are so many

individuals, single and collectively, whom I will forever owe a debt of gratitude. First, my family, both physical and spiritual for all your words of encouragement to keep pushing on in spite of all the barriers I encountered. You’ll never know how much those phone calls and cards gave me the boost I needed to hold on just a bit longer. A special shout out to the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha for your right on time gift in December 2021, at the exact time I had decided I would have no other choice but to close within two weeks. But God...

To my East Jackson Church of Christ family, thank you for all your prayers, as I often and continue solicit them. All Nations Church of God, St. James Missionary Baptist Church, The Word Church, Bro. David, Bro. Jerry, Bro. Micheal, Bro. Leroy W, Bro. Joe and Acapella Praise, thank you all for all your acts of kindness and visitations. But God...

Ladies of Distinction, thank you for all you do. . Over the past years there have been numerous individuals from the community that dropped off craft items and supplies, thank you. But God...

Last, but by no means least. A continue flow of love to our most prized stars, our clients; both past and present. Without you Golden Years will cease to exist. In memory of our family members who are no longer with us; Ms Mamie, Ms Alma J, Ms Collins, Ms Jeanette, Ms Viola, Ms Helen, Ms Barbara, Ms Joyce, Ms Gloria, Mr Mac, Mr James, Mr MC y’all are truly missed. In honor of our family members that are no longer able to attend due to health issues; Ms Reed, Ms Virginia, Ms Pirtle, Ms Sarover, Ma Ann, Mr Cunningham, Bro. Gordon y’all remain in our thoughts and prayers. To our present attendances; Ms Betty, Ms Mattie, Ms Mae, Ms Valerie for over four years. Thank you. Ms Dianne, Ms Marsha, Ms Teretha, Mr Brown and to all our new additional family members from the Therapy Learning Center, y’all are my blessings. Thank you. But God...

Thank you staff for your service and dedication. It is truly my prayer to continue to provide an excellent, enthusiastic, engaged environment for my family. But God...Always God - Brenda Triplett

GOLDEN YEARS 5 YEATS ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!

Downtown Ricky Brown

Golden Years Adult Daycare located at 155 Carriage House Drive in Jackson held its 5 year anniversary celebration Friday in Jackson at their location.

According to Brenda Triplett, owner said “she wishes a heartfelt thank you to all the families, friends, caregivers and the community for joining us in support of our families”

Special thanks to Acapella Praise, Cheryl Underwood and of course Elvis!

The precious five years have been challenging us an understatement, but God continues HIS grace and mercies to us and we are truly thankful and forever grateful for the opportunities to serve our guests” the event started at 11:00 am with opening remarks by Betty, Invocation by Mr Steve, purpose shared by Brenda

Prayer of Thanksgiving by Ms. Cynthia then everyone enjoyed a wonderful lunch and entertainment along with closing by Jonathan “

GUESTS INCLUDED

Top Right: Weldon Phelps, Anthony Truelove, Joe Reeves, Jerry Truelove with Brenda Triplett