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Vaccine distribution paused after McNairy County Health Department briefly runs out of vaccines Stocks have been replenished, new sign-up tool unrolled

By Angele Latham Editor

McNairy County ran out of COVID-19 vaccines at the end of last week, according to state health department data and representatives of the McNairy County Health department, leading to a pause in distribution Monday before the department received another shipment Monday afternoon.

After opening their distribution phases to phase 1a1, 1a2, and those who are aged 75 and older, the McNairy

County Health Department has been steadily working through the lines of vaccines candidates who call in to the health department’s hotline.

The hot-line can be found at 731-421-6782.

One reason for this shortened stock has been the state’s decision this week to begin shipping vaccines to Tennessee pharmacies as well as health departments.

This move will allow “Tennessee pharmacies that are partnering with long-term care facilities to vaccinate their residents and staff members onsite, as outlined in Phase 1a1 of Tennessee’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan,”

according to the Tennessee Health Department’s statement on the matter.

“As county health departments vaccinate phase 1a2 and begin to vaccinate those aged 75 years and older, pharmacies will also be administering vaccines for longterm care facility residents and employees,” the statement added. “Although this may result in smaller shipments to county health departments, it is critical to get vaccines to those who are the highest risk of severe ill-

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McNairy County’s Teachers of the Year: A peek into their world The Independent Appeal will be featuring each of the county’s Teachers of the Year in coming issues.

Each of these honorees are in the running for the county’s overall McNairy Teacher of the Year award.

See their stories on page 4.

Shane Stults, Adamsville High School

Tonya Ashe, Michie Elementary School

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Capitol Chaos

By Angele Latham Editor

The electoral results were officially confirmed early Thursday morning

by Vice President Mike Pence, affirming President-Elect Joe Biden’s win after a sobering and historic breach of the U.S. Capitol by self-proclaimed pro-Trump rioters and protesters.

The final vote was cast at 3:32 a.m., when Pence announced the electoral results from Vermont, which pushed Biden past the standard 270 mark.

With haggard faces and obvious exhaustion, Congress-people allowed

McNairy Co. COVID-19 Cases as of January 12

Total Tested 16,581 Cases 2,264 Deaths 42 Recovered 1,991

the announcement to go unobjected. 15 hours after the count began, the closing moment was met with a rousing ovation from many members of Congress.

“The announcement of the state of the vote by the president of the Senate shall be deemed a sufficient declaration as persons elected president and vice president of the United States,” Pence concluded at 3:41 a.m.

The massive delay in finishing the proceedings was caused by the violent storming of Capitol building by an infuriated mob.

Five people died following the incident: four protesters and one Capitol officer, Officer Brian Sickwick.

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(AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

In this Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, file photo, violent protesters, loyal to President Donald Trump, storm the Capitol in Washington. Federal prosecutors say a retired Air Force officer who was part of the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol was arrested Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Texas.

McNairy County Commission approves health insurance for county employees

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy County Commission voted to pay for standard health insurance plans for county employees.

“We had borrowed $1.25 million to build onto the jail,” said First District Commissioner and Budget Committee Chair Aubrey Harris. “The bids to do that work came back astronomically high, about twice as much.”

The funds were used instead to make improvements to the McNairy County Justice Complex.

“There was still about $800,000 left in it,” Harris said. “We were able

to take $100,000 out of debt services.”

Debt services is a fund set aside to insure debt the county holds. The county currently has $4.5 million in the fund.

The early repayment saved the county more than $20,000 and freed up funds to pay standard health insurance premiums for 70 county employees.

Total cost of the health insurance is $21,954.

“This is for any full-time employee who takes the county health insurance,” Harris said.

The payment will not cover fees above the cost of standard insurance premiums.

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ness and death from COVID-19 as quickly as possible.”

The McNairy County Health Department will have drive - thru vaccine clinics on Monday, Wednesday and Friday by appointment only, according to the department. Clinic times vary depending on the number of vaccines on hand.

Tuesday and Thursday will continue to have drive - thru testing from 8:30 -10:30 a.m. Readers are asked to call the Health Department to register prior to coming so that paperwork can be done ahead of time. This speeds up the drive - thru testing process.

Drive-thru vaccine clinics may be added on Tuesday and Thursday afternoon as well, depending on the number of vaccinations left.

No appointments will be made for the second vaccine--the health department will be in contact with recipients.

Graphic courtesy of the Tennessee Department of Health

A depiction of the phases of vaccine distribution laid out by the Tennessee Department of Health. McNairy Co. is in phase 1a1, 1a2, and 1b.

McNairy lawyer suspended Shiloh gains new markers from practice for stealing for driving tour, plants new trees from evidence room

By Joel Counce

By Angele Latham

Staff Writer

Editor

McNairy County lawyer Bobby Gene Gray has been suspended from practicing law on Friday, January 8, for three years and eight months following his admission to taking “controlled substances” from an evidence room while serving as district attorney, according to a release from Board of Professional Responsibility of the Supreme Court of Tennessee.

Gray entered a plea to official misconduct, theft of less than $1,000 and simple possession of a controlled substance, and received judicial diversion.

The suspension exists as the final nail in the coffin for Gray Gray’s case, which began in July 2017 when the Supreme Court of Tennessee temporarily suspended his license due to his posing a “threat of substantial harm to the public.”

A petition for discipline was then filed in August 2020, leading to this final suspension.

Gray will be suspended for three years, with eight months in active suspension, according to the release.

The release also states that Gray will be required to pay the board’s expenses and court costs.

SHILOH – New markers have been added to the Shiloh National Military driving tour.

Shiloh maintenance staff on Dec. 28 planted new fruit trees.

Signs marking stops at the Peach Orchard site, Woof Field, Davis Wheat Field and the Tent Hospital site were added to the park’s driving tour.

“Our wayside exhibits not only explain the action which took place during the bloody fighting, they also give visitors a sense of place in the big picture of the twoday struggle in 1862,” Superintendent Allen Etheridge said.

Maintenance staff planted a dozen apple trees and transplanted three year-old June Gold peach trees.

“In the past, we have plated younger trees, but they just were not surviving due to weather conditions and wildlife,” Maintenance Chief Randy Martin said. “We hope that by transplanting these older trees, we will have better results.”

The Peach Orchard was the scene of severe fighting on both days of the Battle of Shiloh. Confederate Western Theater Commander General Albert Sidney Johnston was among about 3,500 killed in the two day battle at this area of the battlefield.

The Battle of Shiloh had more than 23,700 casualties, the most in American history at the time. The total number of casualties was more than the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and the Mexican War combined.

Private Act, seeking to add garbage collection fees to property taxes, rejected second time by McNairy Co. Commission

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy County Commission rejected the Private Act for a second time.

The motion to approve the act, which would add garbage collection fees to property taxes. failed by two votes as 12 commissioners voted in favor and six against on Monday.

The 21-member commission needed 14 votes to pass the measure.

Richard Ashe, Anthony Carr, Brenda Cauley, Sybil Dancer, Aubrey Harris, Brent Holland, Doug Knight, Terry McCormick, David McCullar, Jimmy Ray, Ryan Sisk and Jay Weatherford voted yes.

Pamela Carroll, Candice Garrison, Philip Hollingsworth, Brad Hunt, Keith Jarnigan

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and Michelle Kientz voted no.

Clay Garner and Jimmy Hollingsworth abstained.

Kerry Brown was absent.

McCullar made the motion to send the Private Act to the state legislature for approval.

“This is the last month we can do the Private Act for garbage pickup,” he said. “If it is not sent to Nashville now, it can’t be done.”

“It will be collected with that,” McNairy County Mayor Larry Smith said. “I had the mayor of Hardeman County (Jimmy Sain) come here and they had a 46 to 48 percent collection rate before they moved to the Private Act. Now they collect about 98 per-

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the attack.

Rioters and protesters could be seen overrunning police barriers, smashing windows, thieving from offices and trashing the Senate floor.

“We now will be part of history, as such a shameful picture of our country was put out to the world, instigated at the highest level,” said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in a letter to Congress members regarding the attack.

As per the Constitution, the final step of each presidential election is a joint session of Congress that meets on Jan. 6 to count the electoral votes and officially declare a winner. Each states’ electoral votes were certified and sealed by governors after electors signed off on them on December 14.

Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris won with 306 electoral votes, as compared to President Trump and Vice President Pence’s 232 votes.

This voting session is typically a ceremonial affair, with little to no recourse possible for those who object.

Objections were brought forth, however: the first objection was to Arizona’s electoral results, which launched the customary two-hour debate by both the House and the Senate.

It was predicted that Republican lawmakers planned to object to three specific states — Arizona, Pennsylvania and Georgia. Also considered were challenges against Nevada, Michigan and Wisconsin.

Texas GOP Senator Ted Cruz signed to support the challenge of Arizona’s

electoral results, and Missouri Republican Senator Josh Hawley indicated that he would challenge Pennsylvania.

Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler— who just lost her seat in a runoff election – announced that she would support a challenge to her state’s results.

These challenges were unable to be properly announced, however, as around 2 p.m. Eastern Time, both chambers went into recess after Capitol Police notified staff to shelter in place due to the growing crowd.

Officers sent out an alert telling staff of a House office building to head to underground transportation tunnels underneath the building.

Moments later, Pence was taken from the Senate chamber to a secret location and the official lockdown of the Capitol was announced.

“You may move throughout the building(s) but stay away from exterior windows and doors,” said the email blast. “If you are outside, seek cover.”

At the doors of the Capitol, a steadily-increasing wave of people pushed against the barrier. What had begun as a fairly peaceful demonstration was quickly heating up. One bloodied officer was pinned to the doors, while another was attacked with a blunt weapon. Another, tossed over a railing into the angry crowd below.

Chants of “Hang Mike Pence!”, among various other threats to numerous members of Congress, could be heard echoing through the halls of the Capitol as rioters began to

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Police hold off Trump supporters who tried to break through a police barrier, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at the Capitol in Washington. As Congress prepares to affirm President-elect Joe Biden’s victory, thousands of people have gathered to show their support for President Donald Trump and his claims of election fraud.

gain ground. Makeshift gallows were constructed in front of the building.

Meanwhile, authorities were also working to deactivate two active pipe bombs found at the Republican and Democratic National Headquarters.

The chaos of the unexpected swarm spread law enforcement thin, leading to an ill-coordinated and underwhelming response.

At 2:15 p.m., the Senate was forced to recess its Electoral College debate after a voice was heard over the chamber’s audio system, saying “The protesters are in the building.”

“I saw this crowd of people banging on that glass screaming,” said Rep. Jim McGovern, a Democrat from Massachusetts, in an interview with The Associated Press on Sunday.

McGovern took over congressional proceedings in the House as Pelosi was removed to find safer quarters.

“Looking at their faces, it occurred to me, these aren’t protesters,” he said. “These are people who want to do harm.”

“What I saw in front of me,” he added, “was basically home-grown fascism, out of control.”

At 2:44 p.m., as lawmakers hunkered inside the House chambers, preparing to evacuate, a gunshot was heard from outside the doors.

That shot was, unfortunately, when rioter Ashli Babbit was shot to death by a Capitol security official, as Babbit attempted to climb through a broken door.

W i t h i n (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) about 10 minPeople shelter in the House gallery as protesters try to break into the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, in Wash- utes of the shooting, House ington.

lawmakers and staff were quickly es- last of the mob out of the building.

Within hours, the Senate and the corted from the chamber and gallery to a secure room as the mob broke House had resumed their work, finishing the certification of the vote. into Pelosi’s office.

The Wednesday’s actions are beStaff members were still trapped ing ruthlessly combed by investigain the office.

“The staff went under the table, tors.

Quotes like “Fight like hell,” probarricaded the door, turned out the lights and were silent in the dark,” claimed by Trump, and “Let’s have Pelosi later said to AP News. “Under trial by combat,” implored by lawyer Rudy Giuliani, made earlier in the the table for two and a half hours.”

Senate lawmakers and staff were week, are being blamed for seemencircled by Capitol Police, with all ingly stirring the already-simmering personnel sealed into the chamber anger in D.C. Articles of impeachment are curand locked down. At one point, an rently being drawn up by the House estimated 200 people were inside.

Following an evacuation order, in regards to Trump’s involvement in Senate parliamentary staff could be the riot.

The FBI is investigating whether seen scooping up boxes holding the Electoral College certificates as they some of the attackers intended to kidnap or detain members of Confled the building.

Rioters had breached the mostly gress and hold them hostage, after abandoned Senate chambers at this numerous rioters were seen bearing point. Although determined in their restraints and zip-ties.

The scenes of unfettered rage and entrance, many were obviously surprised they made it so far, milling violence will prove difficult for law about, rummaging through aban- enforcement to process, but with the doned items and taking pictures at endless smartphone video coverage of the event emerging—much of it desks.

Outside the chamber, however, a from insurrectionists themselves— less distracted segment of the mob the identities of many of those incontinued their hunt for lawmakers. volved are coming to light.

“Where are they?” could be heard echoing through the empty halls.

Rioters received an answer to that question in short number, though likely not the answer they hoped for.

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Kientz, who represents the sixth district, had reservations about the Private Act. “There is one county in the state that does it,” she said. “If it is so great, why isn’t everybody jumping on the Private Act train?”

Carroll, who represents the third district, also objected to the Private Act. “Y’all think this will be solved overnight and it’s not,” she said. Hunt, who represents the seventh district, was also against the Private Act. “That is on your property tax,” he said.

“That bill converts it to taxation. Then the county can take action as they see fit.

“The people of McNairy County deserve better.”

Smith admitted that after four years of nonpayment, the county could foreclose on a property that was behind on garbage payment.

“When I was elected, the auditors came to me to sign off on a $1 million deficit,” he said. “I said ‘What’s this?’ We’ve

got over $2 million of debt in solid waste. It takes $300,000 to break even.

“I told (Solid Waste Director Steve Beavers) that what we’re doing now is just kicking the can down the road.”

Weatherford, who represents the fourth district, pointed out the vote did not mean the commission had to adopt the act.

“If we send it and they

approve it, we don’t have to put it into action,” he said.

McCullar first proposed the Private Act to the commission in December, 2019. The vote then was 11-8 and failed by three votes. Ashe, Carr, Cauley, Harris, Holland, Knight, McCormick, McCullar, Ray, Sisk and Weatherford voted yes. Former First District representative Jackie Pickle voted no, along with

Brown, Carroll, Jimmy, Garrison, Brent Hollingsworth, Philip Hollingsworth, Hunt and Jernigan Dancer and Kientz were absent.

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McNairy County’s Teachers of the Year Making a difference with Tonya Ashe

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

Tonya Ashe wanted to make a difference.

“I wanted to help kids,” the Michie Elementary School Teacher of the Year honoree. “A lot of them struggle at home and you never know what they can become.”

Ashe finished at Adamsville High School in 1990 and graduated from UT-Martin in 2005.

She is starting her 16th year teaching at Michie Elementary. In that span, she has taught kindergarten, first, second, third and sixth grades.

She currently teaches first grade.

“First grade is my favorite,” the Morris Chapel native said. “It’s the hardest because they have to learn so much.

“Teaching them to read is very challenging. A lot of them can’t read any words when they come to me, but they can read a little chapter book by the time they leave.”

Ashe was voted for the honor by the Michie Elementary faculty.

“Mrs. Ashe is a wonderful teacher,” Dr. Matt Alred said. “She is dedicated to her students. She is very good at integrating technology into her classroom. She is good at relating to the kids.

“She has a proven track record of being an excellent teacher for many, many years.”

Ashe also oversees the accelerated reading program at MES. “She does a great job encouraging kids to read,” Alred said. “She’s taken kids to the zoo to reward them for reading. She’s organized a lot

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Tonya Ashe of Stantonville decided to become a teacher because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of students. She is in her 16th year of teaching at Michie Elementary. of activities to really help kids with their reading comprehension.”

Ashe called the award an honor.

“You do your best to see your kids be successful,” she said. “You want them to be able to

do what they need to do.”

Ashe lives in Stantonville with her husband, Greg. They have two sons and two grandchildren.

Reaching the “Aha” moment with Shane Stults

By Cassie Dickerson News Assistant

Shane Stults, a teacher at Adamsville High School, is the AHS Teacher of the Year honoree, and has been nominated to win McNairy County Teacher of the Year for the 2020-2021 school year.

Stults attended Bethel University where he received a degree in business and later a Master’s degree in education.

He pursued teaching because he “always enjoyed learning and hoped he could help others enjoy it as well.”

Stults has taught at Adamsville High School for 10 years, four of which were dedicated to teaching eighth grade science and six year to teaching computer science and coding, as well as being the yearbook sponsor.

What he admires about teaching is when his students reach the “aha” moment in class.

On behalf of the Harris family, we would like to “What I like first and foremost thank the Byram Township PoStaff Photo by Joel Counce most about lice and Volunteer Fire Department. We are and will Shane Stults of Adamsville High School became a teacher to help students find the same joy in teaching is be forever grateful for the care, honor and respect learning that he does. He is in his tenth year of teaching at AHS. whenever you you showed Hayden and for ultimately bringing us teach a subject Stults. “Most students come in with a thought of amazement.” closure during this most difficult time in our lives.

Stults, along with seven other teachers and you get that what they think technology is. Then, over time, To the Fort Drum soldiers, we were so comfortaha moment their eyes open when they realize ( this class) throughout McNairy County, will be interviewed ed by your presence here with us. Each one of you from students, wasn’t what they thought it was, and they have by a committee to determine the overall winner will always hold a special place in our heart and especially in a moment where they believe they can’t cre- for McNairy Teacher of Year. will always be prayed for as you continue serving our country. coding,” said ate anything. However, when they do, it is just Thank you to the Selmer Police Department, McNairy County Sheriff’s Department, local fire departments, EMS and everyone involved in helping to bring Hayden home. We would also like to thank the people of Selmer and surrounding communities for showing true compassion, care and kindness. As we passed through on that night of bringing Hayden home, seeing the support of so many will remain forever in our hearts.

We would like to say a special thank you to Sammy and Sherry Kiser for the use of their ranch, ed a somewhat lesser 18 positive cases and may be a false hope.

By Angele Latham Tim and Becky Hearnsberger for the use of their Student coronavi118 quarantines.

Editor restaurant, and to the Rinehart family for all you’ve rus infections dropped “As you can tell, it’s a continuing battle, done. We are grateful to all who brought food and McNairy County Schools are report- and something we really have to watch across the state in the helped serve at the ranch. Thank you to Sophie ing a slight dip in COVID-19 cases among over the course of the coming weeks,” said week immediately folWhitaker, Emma and Abby Gray for all you’ve done lowing Christmas, indischool children, faculty and staff since the Director of Schools Greg Martin. and continue to do. There are no words to describe cating that school-aged end of the December term.

The coming weeks will prove whether children had not yet been how much this has all meant to our family.

At the end of the winter term, the school worries over holiday travel were warrant- exposed on holiday travsystem tallied 28 positive COVID-19 cases ed or over-exaggerated. While the slight els and were facing less Love, Reggie, Christy and Courtney Harris and 258 quarantines on December 18. dip bodes well for the “over-exaggerated” daily exposure at school.

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• On January 7, 2021, Deputy Kevin Wood was dispatched to the scene of a Bethel Springs address in regards to a theft report. The homeowner reported that this was the second time a number of items had been stolen from their home, and they believe that it is the same perpetrator. The items include over $1000 worth of tools and supplies.

• On January 7, 2021, Deputy Ryan Burlesci was disptached to Top O’ The River restaurant in Michie on report of a theft. The caller showed officers security footage of a green Ford Ranger, which pulled up to the restaurant. Two men got out, “ran to the front of the store where they picked up two custom-made rocking chairs” and loaded them into the truck before fleeing back towards Michie. The license plate was from Mississippi.

• On January 10, 2021, Brandon Hopper, 28, of Michie, was charged with aggravated assault after Deputy John Simms was dispatched to the scene of an unruly subject. Upon arrival, the victim told the officer that they and their partner had gone to McDonalds, and they came back to their residence, Hopper was “standing outside with a metal pipe.” Hopper broke the passenger-side window of the vehicle, then threw the pipe at the vehicle. The pipe punctured the top of the car. Hopper then “got into his vehicle and drove behind the house and down a trail into a field.”

Officers attempted to locate Hopper, but did not find him. Hopper’s vehicle was later found unoccupied.

• On January 10, 2021, Deputy Tommy Howell responded to a theft on Hardin Graveyard Road in Finger. The victim reported that they had left their residence around 8 p.m. the previous night, and upon returning around 3 p.m. the following day, noted that the back door of the home had been kicked in and their shed pried open.

The victim’s spouse also noted that the “leaves around (their) vehicle” had been “freshly moved.”

The spouse looked under the hood and found that all catalytic converters had been removed.

A red and black glove was found on the scene, with the initials “R.J.” written inside.

• On January 10, 2021, Deputy Kevin Wood was dispatched to the Greater Evangelical Church in Selmer on a theft report.

An employee of the church showed officers where a pipe had beeen cut and a catalytic converter removed from a white 2020 Ford Van. A neighbor states seeing two men at the church the previous night, but could not describe them. The neighbor had called dispatch numerous times throughout the night to report suspicious activity.

• On January 5, 2021, Deputy Randy Collins, Sergeant Mike Shipman and Deputy Tommy Howell responded to a welfare check on John Moore Road in Bethel Springs for a David Pickering.

Upon arrival, officers were unable to make contact with Pickering, but could smell a “bad odor” coming from inside the residence.

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The McNairy County Sheriff’s Office is proud of Chief Deputy Bay’s recent graduation from Bethel University with his BS in Organizational Leadership. “Zach is a model employee that is always searching for ways to improve the Sheriff’s Office and the County as a whole. I always encourage my employees to better themselves through education and could not be more proud of Chief Deputy Bay’s accomplishment.”

-Sheriff Guy Buck on a window to see inside, where they found Pickering deceased.

The fire department assisted the officers in gaining entry, where it became apparent that Pickering had been dead for “quite some time.”

A Medical Examiner was brought to the scene.

The examiner determined that Pickering had been dead for more than three months.

Pickering’s death is be-

McNairy County is a recipient of a 2020 Community Development Block Grant. As a recipient of the CDBG funds, McNairy County hereby publishes the Fair Housing Law for informational purposes of all residents of McNairy County.

Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings based on: •Color •Religion •Sex •National Origin The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, which became effective March 12, 1989, expands the coverage of Title VIII to: 1. Prohibit discrimination in housing on the basis of: •Disability •Familial Status 2. Strengthen the administrative enforcement provisions of Title VIII. 3. Provide for the award of monetary damages where discriminatory housing practices are found.

The following actions are considered to be discriminatory under the Fair Housing Law: •Refusing to sell, rent, deal, or negotiate with any person.

•Discriminating in terms or conditions for buying or renting.

•Advertising that housing is available only to persons of a certain race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or of a specific family size.

•Denying that housing is available for inspection, sale or rent when is really is available.

•“Blockbusting” -persuading owners to sell or rent housing by telling that minority groups are moving in the neighborhood.

•Denying to anyone the use of or participation in any real estate services, such as broker organizations, multiple-listing services or other facilities related to the selling and renting of housing.

•Refusing to allow reasonable accommodation to be made for a person with disabilities

lieved to be due to natural causes.

Next of kin have been contacted.

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Card of Thanks From the Donaldson Family We wish to extend our most sincere gratitude to our beloved friends and church families for their prayers and love shown to us in the passing of our precious Kay. We cherish each and every one of your sweet tokens of remembrance including your messages, calls, cards, food, memorials, visits, flowers or backpacks. Brother Joey Johnson, Tom Burton, Robert Shackelford and staff, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. If you knew Kay, you loved her and we ask that you continue her legacy of kindness and compassion.

With deep appreciation, George Donaldson Lori, Barry and Bailey Knerr Sam Summers Molly and Jack Cheshier

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Starting Over

By Bryan Golden Columnist

There are a variety of reasons you would want to start over. You could hate your job. Your circumstances may change unexpectedly. Perhaps you no longer enjoy the field you are working in. Your goals have changed over time. Regardless of the reason, if you should find yourself having to start over, you can be successful.

When you need to start over, don’t lament the past because it’s over and can’t be changed. Any energy spent wallowing over previous decisions is lost. Since time only moves forward, don’t waste one second looking behind you.

When you are starting over, first decide what you want to do. Don’t leave your future to chance. Starting over is a lot of work, so you want to pick a direction which is highly appealing. Pursuing something for which you have a burning desire creates enormous positive energy.

Starting over is an amazing opportunity to alter some, or all aspects of your life. Free your imagination to create whatever future you desire. There are no limits to your dreams. You are searching for highly desirable, motivational goals.

Starting over is facilitated by using all of your assets.

Consider what makes you really happy. Identify what you are really good at so you fully utilize your existing knowledge and skills. Recognize what you are passionate about.

Identify your specific objectives in precise detail. The more defined, the better. You attract whatever you focus on. A laser like focus on your ultimate objective is highly effective. Your thoughts program your mind, which in turn generates action.

Clear your mind of any negative, self-limiting thoughts.

These thoughts sabotage your progress, making it difficult to start over. Purge all concepts of failure. If you think you can’t do something, you are right. Conversely, if you believe something is possible, you are also right.

Replace ineffective habits with productive ones. Starting over is a great time to replace, repair, and enhance your behavior. Replace any behavior which isn’t working, or is responsible for negative results. Repair behavior which is partially effective. Enhance behavior which is already working as needed.

Replace constraining beliefs you have accumulated over time with growth concepts. These are the reasons why you’ll be successful, along with all of the benefits which will accrue. Starting over demands a can-do, willdo attitude.

You are in charge of your future. You are responsible for the path you take. Blaming other people or circumstances for your situation wastes time. Starting over requires a commitment to take charge of your future.

Your actions are the foundation of starting over. Nothing happens until you take action. Procrastination is your enemy. The best intentions are useless until the first step is taken. Starting over necessitates taking as many steps as required to reach your objective. You must get started as soon as possible.

Starting over involves leaving your comfort zone. You will be striving for new objectives. You’ll be travelling down new, unknown paths. The challenges encountered will be different than those you are accustomed to.

Say NO to fear because it prevents progress. Starting over is eminently doable. Countless others have already done it successfully. Study what they have done, along with their strategies. You can learn from their accomplishments.

As you progress, look for new opportunities which will open up. Keeping an open mind enables you to take advantage of them. Being flexible and adaptable is an asset.

You’ll see potential which you didn’t previously appreciate.

If you find yourself having to, or wanting to start over, you can do so successfully. Make a commitment to see it through. Program your mind to never, ever give up. One step at a time, you will reach your objective.

-----------NOW AVAILABLE: “Dare to Live Without Limits,” the book. Visit www.BryanGolden.com or your bookstore. Bryan is a management consultant, motivational speaker, author, and adjunct professor. E-mail Bryan at bryan@columnist.com or write him c/o this paper.  2021 Bryan Golden

A thank you to the people of McNairy...

Chris and Sheila Harris Submission

To the citizens of McNairy County: Most of you have never met me, but a lot of you have met and know my brother and his family. My name is Chris Harris, my brother is Reggie Harris. He and his family lost a great young man. Cpl. Hayden Harris, known by most of you as Opie, went to be with God on December 19, 2020. I now have a hole in my heart for his loss, but I hurt deep down in my soul because my brother hurts.

This has been an unreal situation for my entire family. I can’t imagine what Reggie, Christy and Courtney are going through. I write this letter to you the people of McNairy County to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your outpouring of support for Reggie and his family. Everything you’ve done during this time of grief has been very humbling to me. The way you came together for Reggie makes me cry as I write this letter. To see the way you lined the streets in the cold as Hayden came home, and the again as Hayden was taken to his final resting place was amazing. I personally am honored to have roots in McNairy County.

I know you as citizens of McNairy County have helped Reggie and his family during their time of need. Hayden always wanted to follow his Daddy in serving our great country as a soldier. Even though his time in the Army and his time on this earth was cut short, his impact on our country will live forever. In his short time on earth, he touched so many lives in a positive way.

On behalf of my wife and I and my entire family, thank you. You are what all of America should look to as a community. May God bless each and every one of you. “Live your life without fear.” This is how Hayden lived his life. For God gave us a spirit not to fear but power and love and self-control.

2 Timothy 1:7

Reflections from the Capitol riots

By Janet Rail Publisher

Being very vocal about my support for law enforcement is not something that is new.

I applaud the brave men and women who work tirelessly day and night to assure we have a safe environment in which to live.

These brave individuals are only a call away when we need them most and put their lives in harms way each shift they serve. My personal experience with law enforcement living in both urban and rural areas has proven to me the need law enforcement fills in society.

On January 9, we celebrated National Law Enforcement Day in support of officers nationwide. According to their website, in light of recent negativity directed toward law enforcement, there is a need to show law enforcement officers that our citizens recognize the difficult and sometimes impossible career they have chosen, in public service to us all.

Hearing the endless emergency calls just in our community and the types of situations they encounter in not for the faint of heart.

We saw this first hand during the demonstrations in Washington at the U.S. Capitol, as the Capitol Police planned for peaceful protests and found themselves ill-prepared when things escalated to rioting, allowing many protestors to enter the Capitol building.

It was reported that some officers were outfitted with equipment for a protest, however not staffed or equipped for a riot.

We witnessed many officers doing their level best to not use deadly force and many did not draw their weapons as the crowd closed in. In an attempt to de-escalate the situation, it left officers with little ability to resist the mob.

As we all try to figure out how and why the rioters invaded the U.S. Capital building on Wednesday, Jan. 6, we must allow the investigations to be completed, conclusions to be drawn and then learn how to deal with the aftermath as we try to make sense of what happened.

Every citizen has a right to make their voices heard and it is our right to peacefully protest. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

A few narrow categories of speech are not protected from government restrictions. The main such categories are incitement, defamation, fraud, obscenity, child pornography, fighting words and threats.

It is my hope that we can all begin to have open and honest conversations with each other no matter what side of the aisle you are on, and work to move forward together to find a peaceful way to coexist with our neighbors and friends, and not jeopardize the great democracy our founding fathers built that we have enjoyed for centuries.

In the aftermath, may we be united in cause.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to members of our community who are serving in the armed forces: • PFC Casey William Akin • Spc. Allen Alexander • AA Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy • Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett • Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew L. Barkley, US Navy • Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC • Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC • Petty Officer 3rd Class Katie Lynn Bizzell, US Navy • Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army • Staff Sgt. Adam Court, USAF • Sgt. James P. Crain • Tony Crouse, U.S. Army • Senior Airman Aaron J. Cull U.S. Airforce • Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • Capt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC • Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force • Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Force • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison

• Sgt. Cory Brandon Emily USMC • PV2 Jana Estes • Specialist Bryan Ray Ferguson • PV2 Ashley Freeman, US Army • A1C Ian James Furman, Mountain View, Idaho • PV2 Skyler Gammill, US Army • Pvt. Adam Gray, US Army • Daniel Gray, USMC Lance Corporal • Sgt. Rob Gray, US Army • A1C Stephanie Lynn Griffin, USAF • Captain Dustin Hamm, USMC • PFC Isaac Harville • Staff Sgt. James Taylor Haubrich, US Air Force • Col. (Chaplain) Billy Hawkins • Spc. Matthew Hemby, Army • Sgt. Brian W. Hendrix • Sgt. Timothy Hixon • Staff Sergeant Brian Lee Hood • Pvt. Alex Johnson, US Army • Sgt. Ricky L. Jordan, USMC • Petty Officer 1st Class Arnold Jermaine Knight • Army Officer Major James Lax • Sgt. Joseph Lilly • Sgt. Michael C. Lipford -Army Service Member • Spc. Ritchie A. McCrary • Spc. Dustin McDonald • A1C Amanda K. McMillen, USAF

• Joshua Lane Meek, Army • AO3 Kevin Dewayne Mettlin, Navy • Cpl. Jeffery Mitchell, USMC • SSgt. Patrick Michael Moore, Nat. Guard • A1C Kassidy N. Mosier Deneen, USAF • A1C Logan D. Mosier, USAF • Cpl. Dallas Nelms, USMC • Sgt. Major Paula Norris • Pvt. Justin Overton, USMC • Spc. Joseph Payne, US Army Nat. Guard • CPO Denise Picard Culverhouse • Spc. William Andrew “Andy” Pickett, Nat. Guard • Spc. Robert H. Pittman, II • Sgt. David Poole, National Guard • Cpl. James Scott Powell • Cpl. John M. Powell • Airman Cameron B. Prater, Air Force • Ernest Purez, Air Force • Pvt. Samuel Bradford Ray, Army • E4 Sophia Reinke • Sgt. Charlie Rickman, US Army • John Robinson US Navy • Staff Sgt. Ryan Robinson Air Force • Angel Rodriguez, Petty Officer US Navy • Spc. Blake Rudd • Specialist Robert Rzasa • Sabion Sanders, USAF A1C

• Veronica Sebree, Navy Chief Officer • Alan Seigers, Army • SFC Patrick Michael Shaughnessy • Spc. Hector Soto, Jr., Army • LT Kevin Shelton, Navy • Cpl. Jeremy Tyler Sisk • ITS Rusty Smith, US Navy • Preston Cross Smith, U.S. Air Force • Cpl. Sam Speck, USMC • Sgt. Shaun Spicher, USMC • Sgt. Richard A. Ssesanga, US ARMY • Airman Nathaniel A. Stout • Spc. Daniel Sullivan, Army • 2nd Lt. Chad Sweaton, Army • Spc. Dakota Taylor, National Guard • Jeremy Thompson • Cpl. Logan Gage Ward, U.S.M.C. • ET3 Jeremy Wilbanks, US Coast Guard • Pvt. Demaro Wiley, SC, Army National Guard • A1C Logan James Williams, USAF • Joseph Lloyd Williams MM3 US Navy • Master Sgt. Stanley Wilson, USAF - Retired • Spc. Jeffrey Witoszczak U.S. Army • Petty Officer 1st Class (CTNI) James M. Wolford EDITOR’S NOTE: If a loved one has had a change in status, contact us at (731) 645-5346.

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

obituaries

John Jarrett, Jr.

Donald (Don) Moore

John Jarrett, Jr., age 39, was born on October 8, 1981 in Jackson, Tenn. to John Earl Jarrett Sr. and Bessie Mae Burns Jarrett.

He attended McNairy Central High School and later attended college at Lambuth University in Jackson, Tenn. on a full football scholarship.

He enjoyed gaming, football, wrestling and playing drums.

He worked at Renin Corporation in Tupelo, Miss. as a material handler.

He is proceeeded in death by an infant child; grandparents Eddie Jarrett and Katherine Jarrett and Otha Burns and Betty Wade.

He is survived by his mother Bessie Jarrett, father John Earl Jarrett, Sr., brother Nicholas McCord (Anandra), brother Glen Jarrett and sister Travys Elaine Jarrett and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Donald (Don) Moore was born June 10, 1942 in Hornsby, Tenn. the son of the late Herbert Carnell and Vera Dunnahoe Moore.

He was first united in marriage to Sandra Lee Wilson, who preceded him in death on May 26, 1970. On November 2, 1974 he was united in marriage to Helen K. Hemmings.

Mr. Moore served in the United States Army for 20 years, attaining the rank of E-7. After leaving the military he worked at different jobs, retiring from the Alcorn County Sheriff’s Department. Mr. Moore’s favorite activity was spending time with his grandchildren, great grandchildren and other family.

Mr. Moore departed this life on January 6, 2021 in Corinth, Miss. at the age of 78 years, 6 months, 27 days. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Helen K. (Hemmings) Moore of Corinth, Miss; three sons: Jerry A. Moore and wife Tina of Michie, Tenn., Lonnie L. Moore and wife MIrian of Starkville, Miss. and Ronald H. Moore and wife Crystal of Corinth, Miss; a daughter, Amanda Foxworthy of Corinth, Miss; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; two sisters, Clara Mae Thompson and husband Alfred of Quito, Tenn. and Sharon Kay Berkes and husband Michael of Cordova, Tenn; a brother, Perry Wayne Moore of Middleton, Tenn; three sisters-in-laws: Linda Klein, Ruth Loser and Mary Moore; several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents and first wife, Mr. Moore was preceded in death by two brothers, Jerry Carnell Moore and Benjamin Edward Moore.

A graveside service was held at 3:00 p.m. on January 9, 2021 at the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens in Bethel Springs, Tenn. with Jerry A. Moore officiating.

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

Carolyn Blair Phillips

Carolyn Blair Phillips passed away peacefully at Jackson-Madison County Hospital, Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at the age of 73 years and 1 month. She was born in Pikeville, Ky. on December 6, 1948, the daughter of Louise Ratliff and the late Earnest Blair.

On August 30, 1968, Carolyn was united in marriage to Billy Phillips, who survives.

In her youth, Carolyn was a member of the Rainbow Girls. She graduated from Adamsville High School in 1967 and went on to obtain her Business Degree from West Tennessee Business College in Jackson, Tenn. Carolyn was the General/Regional Manager for Hilton Cooperation. She traveled many states opening hotels across the country and retired after 35 years with the company.

Carolyn was a member of First Christian Church in Adamsville, Tenn. She was a very creative and artful person and loved her pets dearly.

Carolyn is survived by her husband of 52 years, Billy Phillips; a daughter Sandra Handsmith; her mother, Louise Ratliff; a niece, Melissa Maness Baxter; and a nephew, Greg Blair.

In addition to her father, Carolyn was preceded in death by a sister, Kaye Maness.

A graveside service will be held on January 8, 2021 at the Adamsville Cemetery in Adamsville, Tenn. with Bro. Phil Mitchell officiating.

Roy Wayne Ponds

Roy Wayne Ponds was born June 29, 1945 in Atoka, Tenn. the son of the late James Roy and Edna Smith Ponds.

Roy was raised by his loving uncle and aunt, Bill and Marie Smith.

He was united in marriage to Glenda Staggs on November 21, 1987.

For most of his working life, Mr. Ponds was a truck driver, his CB handle was “Teddy Bear.” He rarely missed work, and always said he did mechanic work on cars to relax.

He was a loving husband and dad.

Mr. Ponds departed this life on January 6, 2021 in Jackson, Tenn. at the age of 75 years, 6 months, 8 days. He is survived by his wife Glenda Ponds of Adamsville, Tenn; three sons, Criss Ponds of Adamsville, Tenn., Kevin Nance and wife Wendy of Ramer, Tenn., Bryon Ponds and wife Marjorie of Lafayette, Tenn; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Allie and Winter Nance, Blake Kevin Locke, Kyle Morgan, Marcus Wagner and wife Alanna, Reed Wagner Whitney, Nikolas, Bryon and Maggie Ponds, Matthew, Anna, Aubrey and Ty Kephart; Madison Franks and husband Jesse, Brent Camper, Dustin Jaco and wife Kirby, Redmon Jaco, Isabella Jaco, Rhonda Anglin, Iyan, Matthew and Abigail Jaco; Deven Anglin, Layla Nelms, Katelyn, Alex and Dalton Anglin; Dirk Tears and wife Emily, Katie and Sarah Tears, Gabby Labossiere, Taitym Underwood, Tommy Irons Jr., Jennifer Nelms and husband Dallas, Andy Atkinson and wife, Kathy; niece, Kayla Nance

In addition to his parents, Mr. Ponds was preceded in death by aunt and uncle, Bill and Marie Smith; a daughter, Carol Ann Jaco; a sister, McNeva Creasy; grandson, Jacob Tears.

Services were held on January 9, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville in Adamsville, Tenn., with Glenn Miller officiating.

Burial followed in the Crump Cemetery at Adamsville, Tenn.

Henry Lyle Lott

Henry Lyle Lott was born July 18, 1945 in Selmer, Tenn. the son of the late Hershel Junior and Dona Jean Smith Lott.

He worked for the State of Tennessee Highway Department for over 25 years. He collected antiques and old cars.

Mr. Lott departed this life on January 8, 2021 in Adamsville, Tenn. at the age of 75 years, 5 months, 21 days.

He is survived by a son, Jesse Lott and wife Heather of Selmer, Tenn; three grandchildren, Aiden, Zoey and Izzy Lott; a brother, Sammy Lott and wife Jacque of Adamsville, Tenn; two sisters, Linda Moore and husband Ancil of Savannah, Tenn., Susan Gean and husband Rickey of Walnut Grove, Tenn; and a host of extended family and friends.

Private memorial services will take place at a later date.

Bethel Ann Tyner

Bethel Ann Tyner was born September 30, 1935 in Memphis, Tenn. the daughter of the late Bethel and Ethel Newman Smithers. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School.

She was united in marriage to Dick Roland Tyner on November 19, 1957. Mr. Tyner preceded her in death on March 7, 2019. They were married for almost 62 years.

Mrs. Tyner retired from the Catholic Diocese and St. Peter’s Home for Children. She was a member of the St. Jude Apostle Catholic Church in Selmer, Tenn. A beloved wife, mother and aunt - she loved and cared for her family as well as her faithful companions, her cats.

Mrs. Tyner departed this life on January 4, 2021 in Southaven, Miss. at the age of 85 years, 3 months, 5 days. She is survived by a daughter, Tiffany Tyner of Southaven, Miss; a son, Terry Tyner of Memphis, Tenn; sister-in-law, Marilyn Rompinen of Pensacola, Fla; 22 nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Tyner was preceded in death by three sisters, Genevieve Thomas, Evelyn Doughterty and Mary Louise Brower.

Services were held on January 8, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Jude Apostle Catholic Church in Selmer, Tenn., with Father Arnold and Deacon Gray officiating. Burial followed in the Corinth National Cemetery at Corinth, Miss.

Gerald Edgar Clolinger

Gerald Edgar Clolinger was born February 19, 1930 in Rosebloom, Miss. the son of the late Jerrell Sidney and Mary Little Clolinger.

Mr. Clolinger served in the United States Army for 4 years during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Binswanger Mirror Company in Grenada, Miss. after 37 years. He was a jack of all trades a genius when it came to repairing things. Growing up during the depression, nothing could be thrown away without him taking it apart and salvaging parts for later use. When he was able, he loved to hunt and fish.

He was always the happiest when his family was around, especially if they challenged him to a game of cards or dominoes.

Mr. Clolinger departed this life on January 7, 2021 in Corinth, Miss. at the age of 90 years, 10 months, 19 days. He is survived by a daughter, Julia Thomas and husband Lynn of Guys, Tenn; five grandchildren, Timothy Thomas of Guys, Tenn., Michelle Freeman and husband Blake of Adamsville, Tenn., Brandice Petty and husband Bryan of Ramer, Tenn., Cheri Lindley of Henderson, Tenn., Julia E. Thomas of Selmer, Tenn; eight great grandchildren, Peyton Surratt, Hunter Butler, Trae Petty, Mylan Surratt, Sebastien Petty, Keelan Surratt, Maddox Freeman, Noah Thomas; a sister, Frances Robinson of Greenville, Miss; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Clolinger was preceded in death by a sister, Vina Ann James; four brothers, Walter, Archie, William, J.S. Clolinger Jr.

A graveside service was held on January 9, 2021 at the Pleasant Site Cemetery in Selmer, Tenn. with Clint Overton officiating.

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Charlotte Ann Burks Lockman

Charlotte Ann Burks Lockman was born November 30, 1948 in Selmer, Tenn. the daughter of the late Gene and Agnes Tucker Burks.

She was united in marriage to James Timothy (Tim) Lockman on July 30, 1966. Mr. Lockman preceded her in death on November 29, 2018, following 52 years of marriage.

Mrs. Lockman graduated from Selmer High School. She was a homemaker and also worked in retail sales for Belvedere Lighting Company in Memphis. When time permitted she enjoyed attending garage and estate sales.

Mrs. Lockman departed this life on January 6, 2021 in Southaven, Miss. at the age of 72 years, 1 month, 7 days. She is survived by a daughter, Tima Smith and husband Michael of Southaven, Miss; a son, Trae Lockman and wife Crissie of Southaven, Miss; two grandchildren, Chase and Cayden; a sister, Beverly Conley and husband Lynn of Selmer, Tenn; a nephew, Burke Conley of Nashville, Tenn; and many extended family and friends.

Howard Joseph Boggs, Sr.

Howard Joseph Boggs, Sr. was born January 19, 1943 in Point Pleasant, W. Va. the son of the late Bernard and Mildred Lilly Boggs.

He was united in marriage to Lois Cox Cain on September 1, 1996.

On December 15, 1967, Howard Boggs survived the collapse of the Point Pleasant Silver Bridge however his wife, Marjorie and daughter, Kristy did not. They were recovered six weeks later in their car. Howard continued working that river most of his 50 years and 8 month career with Ingram. He often said many men from his boat career became his family and his boat sons were James Roach of Paducah, the late Jeremy Love and Chris Ratliff of Kentucky. From 1961-1965, he spent in the United States Air Force and served honorably.

Mr. Boggs was a member of the Purdy Masonic Lodge #132, Purdy Community Center, Purdy Ruritan Club and attended Forty Forks Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing music - especially his guitar but could also play multiple instruments. A love of travel often took him to Disney, Hilton Head and family vacations with his daughter and son. The simple life of keeping the farm up, building his home along with the barn and garages made him happy.

The happiest of times were spent when his grandchildren, Camberley and Alexander would come spend the summers. Howard loved spending time with his family and sharing knowledge about the boat life with David.

Mr. Boggs departed this life on January 5, 2021 surrounded by his loving family in Bethel Springs, Tenn. at the age of 77 years, 11 months, 17 days. He is survived by his wife, Lois Cain-Boggs of Bethel Springs, Tenn; two sons, David Boggs and wife Amanda of Henderson, Tenn., Isaac Cain and wife Heather of Parkersburg, W. Va; a daughter, Kristyan Cain and husband Randy Moore of Kearneysville, W. Va; four grandchildren, Alexis Boggs, Camberley Cain, Dylan Boggs, Alexander Cain; a sister, Betty Burge of Millwood, W. Va; bonus families, USAF-Eric Lau and wife Carol, Travis Plunk and wife Courtney-their children, Tyler, Ethan and Mason, Molly Hawkins and husband Justin-their children, Liam and Rosalee, Amanda Lambert. The Christmas Carol Singers - Kendall, Logan, Jace, Cara Beth and Tonya, Bro. Randy Smith and Forty Forks Baptist church, Joseline Munson and Pam “Hot Dog” Carroll.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Boggs was preceded in death by wife, Marjorie Samantha Evans Boggs; daughter, Kristy Ann Boggs; mother, Marjorie Bandy Boggs; two sisters, Martha Mae Bowman and Judy Fife; two brothers, Gerald Boggs and Bernard (Pete) Boggs.

Memorial service will be set for a later date.

David L. Pickering

David L. Pickering was born March 9, 1949 in Memphis, Tenn. the son of the late Harold Lloyd and Lela Faye McCullar Pickering.

David worked for many years at Wal-Mart in the electronics department. He enjoyed gaming and anything dealing with electronics. He had a strong work ethic and never missed a day of work. His sense of humor although dry at times was wonderfully entertaining. David lived a carefree and simple life.

Mr. Pickering departed this life on January 5, 2021 in Bethel Springs, Tenn. at the age of 71 years, 9 months, 27 days. He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Lynn Burkeens and husband Jeffrey of Adamsville, Tenn; a grandson, Jonathan William Burkeens of Adamsville, Tenn; two sisters, Janice (Pickering) Lemons of Selmer, Tenn., Sharon Stricklin of Ripley, Miss; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Services were held on January 9, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Eric Jones officiating. Burial followed in the Moore’s Schoolhouse Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tenn.

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OBITUARIES/EVENTS/ CHURCH DIRECTORY

Community Events January 13, 2021 •Pre-K Registration Due to COVID-19 the Southwest Human Resource Agency Head Start program will be accepting applications by phone for three and four year old children to attend Head Start classes beginning in Fall 2021.

Applications may be obtained by contacting Family Case Manger Shameka Johnson for the Selmer center at 1-731645-8953, Carrie Williams Buck FACP/ERSEA Manager at 1-731-9895111 ext. 1166 or Mayriene Moten/ ERSEA Asst.

Manager at 1-731-9895111 ext. 1137.

January 20-22, 2021 •Pre-K Registration Southwest Human Resource Agency Ramer Head Start is no accepting applications by phone for three and four year olds to attend preschool during the 20212022 program year.

Pre-registration is set for Wed. Jan. 20, Thurs.

Jan. 21, and Fri. Jan. 22 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Contact Sharla Franklin at 1-731-646-0169 or 1-731-608-9034, Carrie Buck, FACP/ERSEA Manager, or Mayriene Moten, ERSEA Asst. Manager, at 731-989-5111 or 1-800372-6013.

•Curbside Meals All McNairy County School Cafeterias are offering curbside meals, at no charge each day, Monday through Friday.

Please contact the following school cafeterias

by 8:30 each morning to inform as to how many meals you will be picking up, the time for pick-up and location: Adamsville Elementary School- Becky Tchorz, email: Tchorzr@mcnairy. org, phone: 731-439-4138 Adamsville High SchoolSusan Gilchrist-email: gilchrists@mcnairy.org, phone: 731-645-3227 Bethel Springs Elementary School- DeeAnn Sparks- Cafeteria Manager, email: sparksd@ mcnairy.org, phone: 731934-7169 McNairy Central High School- Misty Huckabee-email: huckab e e m @ m c n a i r y. o r g , phone:731-645-7461 Michie Elementary School- Donna Austinemail: austind@mcnairy. org, phone: 731-439-4136 Ramer Elementary SchoolNicole Porterfield, email: porterf i e l d n @ m c n a i r y. o r g , phone: 731-645-9224 Selmer Elementary School- Angela Prewittemail: prewitta@mcnairy.org, phone: 731645-7273 Selmer Middle SchoolAnita Kennedy- email: kennedya@mcnairy.org, phone: 731-645-5451 January 23, 2021 •God’s Way Charity Hall Giveawy God’s Way Charity Hall will be having their giveaway on Jan. 23 at 1111 Peach St., Selmer beginning at 8 a.m. There will be clothing for allll ages, household items, toys and lots of misc.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2021

Frank Dee Qualls

Lisa Jane Treece Wicker

Frank Dee Qualls was born May 13, 1936 in Dry Creek Community of Hardin County, Tenn. the son of the late William Archie and Gertrude “Totsie” (Marlar) Qualls.

He was united in marriage to Agnes Laurene Kiddy on May 31, 1958. Mrs. Qualls preceded him in death on April 28, 2019.

Mr. Qualls worked for 40 years at Garan Manufacturing in Adamsville as maintenance supervisor. He served in the United States Army from 19581960. He enjoyed working with his cattle, hay and gardening. He attended West Shiloh Baptist Church.

He was known as the family historian, especially of the Dry Creek area where he was born and raised.

He always enjoyed family reunions: the fellowship, food and conversations with extended family. You could often find him hanging out at the family shop in Stantonville.

Mr. Qualls departed this life on January 4, 2021 in Savannah, Tenn. at the age of 84 years, 7 months, 22 days. He is survived by a son, Keith Qualls and wife Sherry of Michie, Tenn; two grandchildren, Brittney Williams and partner Kevin Finley of Stantonville, Tenn., Jason Fox and partner Amber of Savannah, Tenn; three great grandchildren, Olivia Daniel, Jason Welsh, Gracie Williams; sisters-in-law, Jeanell Qualls and Marie Rinks; brothers-in-law, Jr Kiddy and John Moore; special friends, Larry “Slick” Ernest and Gayle Bell; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Qualls was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Jane Qualls and Mary Edna Surratt; a brother, Owen Lee Qualls.

Services were held on January 6, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Ron Davidson officiating. Burial followed in the West Shiloh Cemetery at Stantonville, Tenn.

Lisa Jane Treece Wicker was born in Savannah, Tenn. on February 4, 1964, to the late Jimmy Lafoy and Wanda Ruth Moore Treece.

She was raised in Adamsville until her family moved to Denham Springs, La. in 1965, then returned to Adamsville in 1977. She was a 1982 graduate of Adamsville High School and received a business certificate from West Tennessee Business College. Lisa worked as a legal secretary for more than 25 years. She was united in marriage on August 8, 2008 to James Alan Wicker, who survives.

Lisa was diagnosed with breast cancer on her birthday in 2020 and was proud to be a survivor. Lisa enjoyed camping, shopping, spending time with her family and friends and was a fantastic cook. She was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church.

In addition to her husband, Alan, she is survived by her children: Jennifer Boswell (Luke) and Hunter Wicker; brothers, Tim Treece (Regina) and Terry Treece; nieces, Jennifer Rogers (Jody), Hailey Treece, and Bailey Pickens (Tristian); nephews, Nick Treece (Hannah), Josh Treece, Justin Treece and Jayden Wicker; great nieces, Ivy Rogers, Ella Rogers, and Karmin Treece; best friend, Allison Winters (Will); her beloved dog, Duchess; and numerous extended family and friends to cherish her memory.

Lisa passed away in Jackson, Tenn. on Saturday, January 9, 2021 due to complications of COVID-19 at the age of 56 years, 11 months and 5 days with her husband and children by her side.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Wanda Treece, her grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Family request COVID-19 guidelines be followed and masks required for everyone attending the visitation and service.

Services will be held on January 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Good Hope Baptist Church in Adamsville, Tenn., with Tristan Pickens officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Union Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee Memorial donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

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MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

APOSTOLIC Life Tabernacle 1353 Hwy. 142, Selmer Thomas Davis, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Jerusalem Faith Apostolic Church 27 Linley Circle, Selmer Bishop Ferdinand Gant Sr. Pastor Wanda Gant Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Bible Class: Wed. night 7 p.m.

Prayer: Wed. night 6 p.m.

BAPTIST Meeks Grove Freewill Baptist 1030 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Adamsville Freewill Baptist Church Old Shiloh Road Adamsville, TN 38310 Marcus Morrow, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Worship: 11:15 a.m.

Sunday night: 5 p.m.

Bible Study 7 p.m.

Solitude Freewill Baptist Church 414 Meeks Rd., Adamsville Sunday: 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

INDEPENDENT Calvary Baptist Church Hwy 22 North, Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Worship: Sun. 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Faith Baptist Church 1301 Peach St., Selmer Mark Shumaker, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Fellowship Baptist Church 1308 High School Rd., Selmer Pastor: J.D. Matlock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Locke Road Baptist Locke Road, Selmer Bobby Bray, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. / Wed. 6:30 p.m.

Lighthouse Baptist Church 1780 Mulberry Ave., Selmer Jorgen Runquest, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Worship: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.

PRIMITIVE BAPTIST Better Hope Primitive Baptist 4235 Leapwood-Enville Rd., Adamsville Elder Gene Gist, Pastor First Sunday of month beginning at 10:30 a.m., preaching 11 a.m.

Michie Primitive Baptist Church Hwy 22 Michie Elder Rickey Taylor, Pastor

10:30 a.m. Song Service 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service

5 p.m & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

Selmer Primitive Baptist Church 331 Falcon Rd., Selmer Elder Clinton Barnett, Pastor 3rd Sunday Each Month: 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Michie 5658 Hwy 22 S., Michie Bro. Ben Martin, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

SOUTHERN Chapel Hill Baptist 6371 Vernie Kirk Rd., Pocahontas Bro. Frank Bell, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Chewalla Baptist Church 190 Chewalla St., Ramer Richard Doyle, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Clear Creek Baptist Church 1728 Lawton Rd., Selmer Chuck Castles, Pastor Sunday School: 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Covenant Baptist Church 6515 Hwy 57 East, Michie, TN Pastor: K. Brian Rainey Music & Youth Director: Seth Bragg Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Night: 7 p.m.

Cypress Creek First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1104 14 Falcon St. • Selmer Pastor: Clifford E. Wynn, Jr. (731) 645-8094 Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer - 6:30 p.m.

Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

Jam Zone: 7:00 p.m.

Eastview Baptist Church Hwy 45 S., Eastview, Tenn.

Rob Burnes, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Bible Study: 7 p.m.

Falcon Baptist Church 777 Falcon Rd., Selmer Jay Houston, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Adamsville 222 West Main St., Adamsville Senior Pastor: Dr. Chad Ball Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:15 a.m.

Discipleship Training: 5 p.m.

Evening Worship: 6:15 p.m.

Wednesday Activities: Prayer/Bible Study: 6:15 p.m.

Children & Youth: 6:15 P.M. during the summer First Baptist Church of Bethel Springs 143 Jackson St., Bethel Springs David Singleton, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Selmer Joey Johnson, Pastor 310 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m., 10 a.m., Wednesday: 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Finger Finger-Leapwood Rd., Finger David Sims, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

Forty Forks Baptist Church 672 Ed Barham Rd., Bethel Springs Randy Smith, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Good Hope Baptist 678 Good Hope Church Rd., Adamsville Bro. Randy Latch Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Grace Baptist Church 1255 Connie Smith Rd., Selmer Pastor: Bro. Don Singleton Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening: 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Gravel Hill Baptist Church 86 Tom Baker Rd., Ramer Pastor: Bro. Eric Jones Church Phone: 645-6776 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. ; Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Lakeview Baptist Church Pastor: Clint Overton 877 W. Cherry, Selmer Sundays: 11 a.m.

Wednesdays: The Upper Room Student Ministry 5:30 For more info. call 731-645-9771 Lorraine Baptist Church Melvin Qualls Rd., Michie,TN Trent Nethery, Jr., Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Mt. Gilead Baptist Church 6185 Rowsey School Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Mark LaRue, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: AWANA 6:30 p.m.

Youth & Adults 6:45 p.m.

PRIME CARE MEDICAL CENTER 270 E. Court Avenue • Selmer, TN • (731) 645-7932 710 East Main • Adamsville, TN • (731) 632-3383 426 White Avenue • Henderson, TN • (731) 989-2174

ST. JUDE THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH 1318 Poplar (Hwy. 64) • Selmer, TN 38375 Telephone: 731-645-4188 Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor

Mt. Zion Baptist Church Litt Wilson Rd., McNairy TN Bro. Zac Bennett, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

New Hope Baptist Church 854 Chandler Lane Pocahontas, TN Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Olive Hill Baptist Church 46 Olive Hill Church Lp., Guys, TN Robert Hudson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Eastside Church of Christ 1366 E. Poplar, Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Forrest Hill Church of Christ Forrest Hill Subdivision Hwy 45 S., Selmer Shobeck Dethrow, Minister

Selmer Second Baptist 1004 Peach St., Selmer Tony Polk, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Trinity Baptist Church 7193 Michie-Pebble Hill Rd. Hwy 224 South Michie, TN 38357 Pastor: George Kyle Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship: 6:30 p.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study:6:30 p.m.

Unity Baptist Church Unity Church Road, Ramer Greg Brasher, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

West Shiloh Baptist Church 282 W. Shiloh Church St., Stantonville Rev. John Little, Pastor Sunday 10 a.m. Life Groups Sunday 11 a.m. Worship Children’s Church Sunday 6:30 p.m. Worship Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST Antioch Church of Christ 7200 Hwy 57W Ramer, TN 38367 Darrin Stapleton, Minister (732) 645-5639 Bible Study 9:30 AM Worship 10:15 PM Worship 6:00 Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

Acton Church of Christ 9389 Hwy 22 S. Michie Jon Paul Gulledge, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

(731) 239-9691 Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Cypress Tank Church of Christ 2645 Cypress Tank Rd., Pocahontas Dr. Brian Jackson, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN Court Ave. Cumberland Presbyterian Church 234 W. Court Ave., Selmer Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Mt. Vernon CP Church 3101 Mt. Vernon Rd., Ramer David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church 453 New Salem Rd., Bethel Springs David Sprenkle, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Pleasant Site Baptist Church 1868 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer Bradley Woolworth, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Ramer Baptist Church 3899 Hwy 57 West, Ramer Joe Loncar, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Fourth Street Church of Christ 142 N. Fourth St., Selmer Brian Stephens, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Liberty Church of Christ 1005 North Liberty Road Michie, TN 38357 Minister: Jeff Harville (205) 712-3502 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Stantonville Church of Christ 8228 Hwy 142, Stantonville Randy Cook, Minister Matt Cook, Minister Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Discussion Class: 11:15 a.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF GOD Center Ridge Pentecostal Church of God 910 Center Ridge Rd., Bethel Springs Rev. Carl Wilcher Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Service: 10:45 Sunday Night Service: 5:30 Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Piney Grove Church of God 888 Rose Creek Rd., Selmer Aaron Moss, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy Hwy 22 N. Adamsville Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Church of God of Prophecy 1642 Curtis Hill Church Rd., Bethel Springs Richard Horner, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m. , Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Bethel Springs Community Church 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs Larry Lancaster, Pastor (662) 415-8012 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Michie Church of God of Prophecy 6681 Hwy 57 East, Michie Roy Bennett, Pastor

New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church New Bethel Road Rev. Jeff Powell Worship Service: 9:45 a.m.

Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church Highway 57 West, Ramer Pastor: Albert Brown Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

METHODIST Adamsville First United Methodist 206 East Main St., Adamsville, TN Rev. Amanda Westmoreland Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Buena Vista Methodist Church Tull Road, Bethel Springs Roger South, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m.

First United Methodist Church 1122 West Cherry Ave., Selmer Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: Supper 5:30 p.m.

Bible Study & Breakouts: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Hickory Flatt United Methodist Church Puron Rd., Hickory Flatt Howard Russom, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Worship: 10:15 a.m.

Lebanon United Methodist Church 250 Chambers Store Rd. Michie Tony Newman, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Sunday School: 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Maggie Jones United Methodist Church 8170 Finger-Leapwood Rd. Bethel Springs, TN 38315 Pastor Mathew Emison Contact info: 731-632-0240 Sunday School 10 a.m. - 11 Services (adult & children) 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 5 - 6 p.m.

New Bethel United Methodist Church 74 Wright St., Bethel Springs Shirley Williams, Pastor Sunday School 10 Sunday Service 11 a.m.

Bible Study: Wed. at 7 p.m.

New Hope United Methodist Church Sticine Rd. - Michie Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study: 6:30 p.m.

Tony Newman, Pastor

Pebble Hill Methodist Church 2768 Chamber Store Rd., Michie Rev. Alvin Jones, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Stantonville United Methodist Church 8351 Hwy 142, Stantonville, TN Tony Newman, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Ladies Prayer Brunch 2nd Saturday 10:30 a.m.

Sulphur Springs United Methodist Sulphur Springs Rd., Selmer Roger South, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

Union Grove United Methodist Pleasant Site Road, Selmer Roger South, Pastor Sunday School: 10:20 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11:20 a.m.

Thurs. Bible Study: 6 p.m.

Mt. Vinson United Methodist 2100 Tommy Sanders Rd., Stantonville Amanda Hartmann Westmoreland, Pastor Worship: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:15 a.m.

LUTHERAN MISSOURI SYNOD Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 4203 Shiloh Road Corinth, MS Mike Dickson, Pastor Sunday School Adult: 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m.

Sunday School Children Adult: 10 a.m.

PENTECOSTAL Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church 46 Beauty Hill Road, Bethel Springs, TN Pastor: Jonathan Tubbs Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Wednesday Evening: “Refreshing” 7:15 p.m.

Bethel Springs United Pentecostal 3591 Main St., Bethel Springs Jeff Young, Pastor Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. / Mon. & Wed.: 7 p.m.

First United Pentecostal-Eastview 7810 Hwy 45 S, Ramer Rev. Wayne Isbell, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Monday: 7 p.m.

Wednesday: 7:15 p.m.

The Sanctuary of MPC 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN Rev. Jimmy Kelly, Pastor Sun. School: 10:30 a.m., Youth 5:30. Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Gateway Holiness Chapel 2342 Refuge Rd., Bethel Springs Michael Price, Pastor Sunday: 2 p.m. / Thursday: 7 p.m.

PRESBYTERIAN Bethel Springs Presbyterian Church 59 4th Ave., Bethel Springs Rev. Gary Anderson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Bethesda Presbyterian Church 50 Bethesda Loop, Selmer Bro. Chris Dancer, Pastor 610-1859 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church USA 800 Poplar Ave., Selmer Dr. Larry W. (Bud) Sizemore, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Mt. Sharon Presbyterian Church 108 Mt. Sharon Rd., Adamsville Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Jude the Apostle 1318 Poplar, Hwy. 64, Selmer Rev. W.H. Arnold, Pastor Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

1st Saturday: 9 a.m.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Bethel Springs Seventh Day Adventist 4352 Main St., Bethel Springs John Johnston, Pastor Saturday Worship: 9 a.m.

Sabbath School: 10 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

OTHER/NON-DENOM Abundant Life Christian Fellowship 15770 Hwy 64 East Bolivar, Tn. Pastor D.R. Moore Services: Saturday 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m. www.abundantlifecf.com A New Beginning Sol Coulston Rd., Bethel Springs Kenneth Kitchen, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Believers Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Karen Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Encounter Community Church 1026 Peach St. Selmer, TN Pastor: Melvin Berry (731) 645-0055 Sunday Morning Fellowship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Services 11 a.m.

First Christian Church 133 N. Third St. Selmer Preacher, Gregg Worthey Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

First ChristianChurch 254 N. Maple St. Adamsville, TN 38310 Clint Hopper, Minister (731) 632-3012 Sunday Bible Class 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

FCC Wednesdays Meal 5:30 Worship/Studies 615 p.m.

City of Refuge Church 300 Emmons Rd., Selmer C.A. “Skeet” Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Kingdom Church, More Sure Word 1814 Buena Vista Road Bethel Springs, Tenn. 38315 (731) 577-0100 Sundays at 4 p.m.

2nd & 4th Tuesday L.I.F.E. class at 7 p.m.

Thirsty Thursday (Bible Class) 7 p.m.

Love & Truth, Adamsville Campus 440 Hwy 64 East, Adamsville Lead Pastor - Eddie Cupples Campus Director - Scott Melson Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Wednesday nights: 7 p.m.

Phone: 731-632-4999 www.loveandtruthchurch.com Greater Evangelical Ministry 1854 Airport Rd., Selmer Frank M. Holiday, Pastor Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 12 p.m.

Wednesday: 7:30 p.m.

Life Wind Covenant Church 63 Linsey Lane, Selmer Barry Bishop, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. Wed.: 7 p.m. www.lifewindchurch.com Safe Harbor Church 1514 Peach St., Selmer Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

World of Truth Church Hwy 57 West, Ramer Larry Cooksey, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

God’s Way Church 1121 Peach St., Selmer Bro. Billy Sanders, Pastor Sunday: 10 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Full Gospel Fellowship Church 6595 Hwy 64 West Bethel Springs, Tenn.

731-646-1837 David Paseur, Pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m.., 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Petra Family Worship Center 54 Pentecostal Ave., Milledgeville, TN 731-434-1002 S.S.: 10 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday Night: 6 p.m.

Thursday Night: 7 p.m.

Pastors: Paul and Bonnie Young

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Local Schedule Thursday, Han. 14 Junior High Basketball Michie at Adamsville, 6 Bethel Springs at SCA, 6 Ramer at Selmer, 6 Friday, Jan. 15 High School Basketball Adamsville at Chester County, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 19 Junior High Basketball SCA at Michie, 6 High School Basketball Adamsville at Scotts Hill, 6 p.m.

North Side at McNairy Central, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 21 McNairy County Junior High Basketball Tournament, TBA Friday, Jan. 22 High School Basketball Lexington at Adamsville, 6 p.m.

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Monday, Jan. 25 McNairy County Junior High Basketball Tournament, TBA Tuesday, Jan. 26 High School Basketball Adamsville at McNairy Central, 6 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 29 High School Basketball McNairy Central at Chester County, 6 p.m.

South Side at Adamsville, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 2 High School Basketball Adamsville at North Side, 6 p.m.

McNairy Central at Lexington, 6 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 4 High School Basketball Kossuth at Adamsville, 6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 5 High School Basketball Adamsville at Riverside, 6 p.m.

South Side at McNairy Central, 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 23 High School Basketball District 14-AA Tournament First round February 25-27 High School Basketball District AA Regional Tournament Quarterfinal March 1 - 2 High School Basketball Regional Semifinals Wednesday, March 3 High School Basketball Regional Finals

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Lady Bobcats remain undefeated in district

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats raced to a 16-2 lead and held Lexington without a field goal for the first 12:26 in a 56-50 victory on Friday.

Kylee Brown capped the opening run with a 3-pointer off a Duey Peirce assist with 6:37 left in the first half to put the Lady Bobcats up 16-2.

The Lady Tigers got their first field goal at the 3:34 mark in the second period on a Sarah Simmons 3-pointer to cut the McNairy Central lead to 16-6.

Lexington exploded for 25 points in the third, driven by 15-2 run. The Lady Tigers Deamond Holland’s 3-pointer with 10 seconds left in the third cut the Lady Bobcats lead to 35-33.

McNairy Central opened the final frame with a 14-5 run, capped by

a pair of Pierce free throws to push the Lady Bobcats lead to 49-38 with 2:27 left to play.

Maddie Kirk scored a game-high 15. Pierce and Alexis Weirich both scored 11.

Jadyn Yarbro led Lexington with 13 points.

Holland and Simmons finished with 12 points each.

Candace Butler scored nine.

McNairy Central 61, Chester County 54 The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats held off a late Chester County rally to claim a 61-54 victory on Jan. 5.

Chester County led by as much as 10-6 in the first period before the Lady Bobcats answered with a 12-5 run, capped by a Maddie Kirk 3-pointer with 3:42 left in the first half.

A Willow Merry free throw put McNairy Central ahead 18-15 with 2:56 left in the first half.

Chester County tied the game at 18 on a Jariyah Williamson old-fashioned 3-point play with 2:50 left in the first half.

The Lady Bobcats ended the period on a 9-3 run, capped by a pair of Kirk free throws with 1 second left in the half to give McNairy Central a 27-21 lead.

Chester County regained the lead with a 12-4 run, capped by a Mia Hurst 3-pointer with 2:31 left in the third period to give the Lady Eagles a 33-31 lead.

From there, the Lady Bobcats went on a 12-3 run to claim a 43-36 lead on an Alexis Weirich layup with 7:43 left to play.

Chester County got as close as 50-48 with 2:28 left to play on another Hurst 3-pointer.

McNairy Central went on a 10-2 run, capped by a Kirk free throw with 33 seconds left in the game.

Kirk led the Lady Bobcats with 17 points. Merry, Weirich and Audrey Pierce

Duey Pierce (23) shoots a jump shot over Chester County in the Lady Bobcats 61-54 victory on Jan. 5. scored 11 points each.

Williamson led the Lady

Eagles with 23 points. Hurst finished with 18.

Lady Cardinals win two straight; earn first district win

By Joel Counce

by sophomore guard Kierstyn Beard – in a 60-11 victory over the Jackson North Side Lady Indians on Friday.

Adamsville raced to a 23-4 lead after the first period.

The Lady Cardinals took a 41-8 lead into the half.

Beard made North Side’s only second half field goal in the third and the Lady Cardinals held a 51-10 lead after the third.

Chloe Swearingen led Adamsville with 11 points.

Madison Harris scored 10. Tillie Cima added eight.

Kaylin Godwin and Kallie Martindale scored six each.

Shelby Harris (23) grabs a steal for the Lady Cardinals in Ad- Twelve of 13 available Lady Cardinal amsville’s 68-22 win over Frank Hughes on Thursday.

Staff Writer

The Adamsville Lady Cardinals surrendered only four field goals – three

players scored in the contest and Adamsville shot 25-for-51 (49 percent) from the field. The Lady Cardinals shot 4-for-17 from 3-point range (23.5 percent).

North Side finished 4-for-27 from the field (15 percent) and 1-for-9 (11 percent) from 3-point range.

Adamsville 68, Frank Hughes 22 The Adamsville Lady Cardinals rolled through the Frank Hughes Lions to a 68-22 victory on Thursday.

Adamsville led 36-13 at the half.

Frank Hughes would get as close as 41-17 at the 6:22 mark in the third on a Faith Middleton layup.

Adamsville ended the third period on a 15-0 run, capped by a Madison Harris free throw with 31 sec-

onds left in the frame to give the Lady Cardinals the 56-17 lead.

Adamsville held the Lady Lions without a field goal for 6:21 and expanded their lead to 59-19 on a Delaney White 3-pointer with 6:35 left in the game.

Frank Hughes answered with its final points of the night, a McKenzie Boucher 3-pointer with 6:10 left to play.

The Lady Cardinals ended the game on three straight 3-pointers from Khloe Ganus, Leah Owens and Lily Wilbanks.

Jada Wynn led Adamsville with a game-high 16 points. Chloe Swearingen scored 15. Tillie Cima added six.

Brylie Johnson led the Lady Lions with nine.

Cardinals come up short against North Side, defeat Lions

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The Adamsville Cardinals fought to a 66-55 loss to the district leading Jackson North Side Indians on Friday.

Landon Smith finished with a game-high 24 points on 5-for-20 shooting and 12-for-13 from the free throw line.

North Side led 14-7 after the first period and took a 29-21 lead into the half.

In the third, Smith scored six of the Cardinals 12 points and Adamsville kept the score within 42-33 after the period.

Smith scored nine more in the final frame that saw the Indians outscore Adamsville 24-22 for the final margin.

Jacob Bowles (4) scored 13 in the contest.

Braxton Enzor added nine.

DeMahri Wallace led the Indians with 19 points. Ryon Easley scored 16. Adam Smith scored 14.

Adamsville 57, Frank Hughes 42 The Adamsville Cardinals used a big second quarter to pull away from the Frank Hughes Lions in a 57-42 victory on Thursday.

Frank Hughes led 10-4 early on a Kelby Harmon layup with 2:33 left in the first quarter.

Adamsville took its first lead at the 6:11 mark in the second period on back-to-back 3-pointers

by Jacob Bowles (4) off assists from Jacob Bowles

(5) and Alex Crane.

The Cardinals ended the first half on a 15-0 run, capped by a Logan Luckett free throw with 18 seconds left in the second period to give Adamsvile a 32-16 halftime lead.

The Lions got as close as 32-20 at the 6:39 mark in the third on a Macaden Hunt free throw.

Adamsville took its largest lead at 51-28 on a Landon Smith putback with 7:41 left to play.

Smith led the Cardinals with a game-high 24 points. Logan scored 12.

Clayton Davis scored 14 for Frank Hughes. Alex Shamer scored nine.

Adamsville held the Lions to 22 shot attempts for the game.

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

Alex Craine (23) drives past Frank Hughes’ Clayton Davis in the Cardinals 57-42 victory on Thursday.

McNairy Central falls to Eagles, down Lexington

on a Tristin Roberts layup at the 4:20 mark in the first period.

McNairy Central responded with a 9-0 run, capped by a Jack Johnson 3-pointer at the 1:27 mark in the first period to give the Bobcats a 12-8 lead.

The Tigers took a 13-12 lead on a Rodarius Transor free throw with 7:41 left in the first half.

McNairy Central answered, scoring 15 straight points and took a 27-13 lead on a Nate Staff Photo by Joel Counce Moore 3-pointer Broderick Alexander (center) charges into the lane in the Bobwith 4:07 left in the cats 64-41 win over Lexington on Friday. first half.

The Bobcats led their first district loss to

By Joel Counce claim a 64-41 victory over 29-15 at halftime.

Staff Writer McNairy Central took the Lexington Tigers on its longest lead at 34-18 The McNairy Central Friday.

The Tigers led 8-3 early on a Jasper Sanders layup Bobcats recovered from

with 5:52 left in the third.

The Tigers pulled within 46-36 on a Transor jumper with 5:58 left to play.

McNairy Central finished the game on an 18-5 run.

Nate Moore led the Bobcats with a game-high 18 points. Kameron Starks scored 16.

Transor led Lexington with 17 points. Wyatt Davis scored 11.

Chester County 70, McNairy Central 60 The McNairy Central Bobcats late rally fell short in a 70-60 loss to the Chester County Eagles on Jan. 5.

Chester County led by as much as 17 and trailed only once in the contest.

McNairy Central took its only lead on a Jasper Sanders 3-pointer at the 5:37 mark in the first quar-

ter, before the Eagles went on a 17-6 run to take a 19-9 lead on Kiram McGee layup.

The Bobcats pulled within 23-18 on a Nate Moore jump shot with 39 seconds left in the first half.

Chester County pushed the lead to 42-25 on a Kiram McGee putback with 2:34 left in the third.

Kameron Starks put the Bobcats within 57-50 with a layup with 4:21 left in the game.

Starks led McNairy Central with 24 points.

Jack Johnson scored 13.

Sanders scored 10.

Dalton Colbert scored a game-high 28 for Chester County. Tony Washington scored 12. Quadarius Gaines added 11.