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Hospital services for McNairy County look promising Joel Counce & Janet Rail Staff Writer & Publisher

McNairy County may be moving closer to a freestanding emergency room or micro-hospital.

Health care delivery is fast changing as patient’s desire services that are easy and convenient. As a result, there is a rising trend in what is called a micro-hospital. Most have noted the rise of urgent care clinics and stand-alone emergency rooms and now there is an emerging trend to combine the two into a more diverse type of hospital called ‘microhospitals’.

Leaders in the community and state are working in a combined effort to secure emergency services for our community. Last week County Mayor Larry Smith, along with State Representative Ron Gant and Jim Hobson, CEO Magnolia Regional Health Center, and other leaders met in Nashville to discuss options for hospital services in our community that would bear the greatest degree of sustainability, according to Hobson.

Hobson, who joined Magnolia last February stated, “My goal is to do something there. Over the next 90 days we will complete our due diligence to determine what models could work in McNairy County and what services can be offered dependent upon what model we choose.”

“One problem we’ve run into is the reimbursement rate for free-standing hospitals being close to half the rate of reimbursement for acute care hos-

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Above, McNairy County Mayor Larry Smith, Executive Director of Southwest Human Resource Agency Mike Smith, State Representative Ron Gant, CEO Magnolia Hospital Jim Hobson meet about legislation to clear the way for rural hospitals to make a return to the state. pitals,” said Smith. “We want something that is sustainable. Talks were on hold during the pandemic but are moving forward with Magnolia’s new leadership.

Micro-hospitals are small-scale inpatient facilities with limited square footage offering a wide range of medical services in a small, neighborhood setting. Much like a free-standing emergency room, they operate 24/7 and commonly have between

eight and 10 beds where patients can be observed or admitted for a short stay.

Such hospitals are springing up in states such as Texas, Colorado, Arizona and Nevada. With the coronavirus pandemic and since its early days, the American health care system has experienced constant change. This is changing how both patients

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BBQ festival coming to Selmer City Park Joel Counce Staff Writer

A year later, grills will fill the Selmer City Park.

“We wanted to do this a year ago and we couldn’t,” Smokey Joe’s co-owner Mike Maness said. “They plan on making this an annual event.”

The Casey Montgomery Memorial Championship this Saturday will be a barbecue festival and cook-off, the first of its kind in McNairy County.

“It’s going to a backyard cook-off,” festival chairperson Danny Montgomery said. “Everyone is invited to participate.”

Entry fee for ages 13-years-old up is $75. Participants will cook six pieces of chicken, ribs and steak.

The grand champion will receive $250 and a trophy.

“This is a big trophy,” Montgomery said. “It is really nice. People will be proud to display this.”

First place will win $100, second will win $75 and third place will be win $50.

Participants will need to provide their own meat, chicken and ribs are open, but steaks need to be ribeyes at least one inch thick.

A category for ages 6-12 will cook pork chops that will be provided.

Check-in time for the competition will be 6 a.m. - 8 a.m. at the park.

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The judges will meet at 8:30 a.m.

Children will turn in at 11. Steak will be due between 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Chicken will be due between 12:45 p.m. and 1 p.m. Ribs will be due between 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m.

There will also be a raffle for a Red Box water smoker, one chance is $5, three is $10 or six for $20.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Hayden Harris

Foundation.

Casey Montgomery, the competition’s namesake, passed away in 2016. He was a 2001 graduate of McNairy Central. He also worked with his father, Danny Montgomery, as part of his world champion barbecue cook.

“He was a part of everything I did,” Danny Montgomery said.

Covid-19 cases remain low Bryan Huff Assistant Editor

Total Tested 20,529 Cases 2,720 Deaths 54 Recovered 2,768

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According to the Tennessee Department of Health website local active cases of Covid -19 remain at 14.

Approximately 2,700 McNairy Countians have recovered from Covid-19 with 54 deaths reported.

Vaccinations are now available to anyone in Tennessee over the age of 16.

According to the Tennessee Department of Health 13,571 people in McNairy County have had at least one dose of Covid-19 vaccine.

Just over 30% of the popu-

lation of McNairy County has had their first dose with almost 24% having both shots from either Pfizer or moderna.

You can visit https://covid19.tn.gov/covid-19-vaccines/availability/ to find the vaccine you need and setup an appointment.

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Buford Pusser Museum Bryan Huff Assistant Editor

The Buford Pusser Festival will take place on Memorial Day weekend.

The festival will last from May 28th through 29th and feature live music, bus tours and a car show.

People from all over the country travel to Adamsville each year to enjoy the festivities and learn about the legend surrounding Pusser.

The museum, which is housed inside of one of Pusser’s homes will be open for people to tour.

This house was the second house Pusser lived in as his first home burned down in 1971.

There are tons of items inside the home that tell the story. The fence post that started the legend of Staff Photo by Bryan Huff Pusser carrying a big stick Above, Tina Mullis stands holding the legendary fence post that started the stories of Sheriff Buford Pusser car- can be seen as well as replicas used in the movies rying a big stick. to represent the now infa-

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One of the sticks is metal. “This is a lead pipe filled with concrete” Buford Pusser Home and Museum Director Tina Mullis said.

“Bo Svenson used that in the second and third movie because he kept breaking sticks.” Mullis said.

The bus tours will take place May 28th and 29th.

They will tour sites used in the filming of the Walking Tall movies as well as actual sites from historic events in McNairy and Chester counties.

The 46th annual car show will take place at the festival on the 29th from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Chuck Hicks will perform live on May 29th at 8 p.m. There will be a 50/50 drawing as well as a silent auction during this time. The proceeds from this part of the event will be donated to Sheltering Tree Ranch which is a non-profit organization dedicated to children with autism and other types of learning challenges.

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In a bygone era, people in rural areas looked to their local Sheriff for leadership and assistance and to large singings for entertainment and relief from the normal toil and drudgery of life.

The novelist and short story writer Jack Boone leaned on both for color and detail in his writings, primarily based upon the region in and around the Hurst Nation. In Boone’s Tolby Nation, the “High Sheriff”, as he dubbed the county sheriff, was a powerful political figure.

Boone wasn’t exaggerating either.

In the pre-war, and even post-war South for a short period of time, the county sheriff wielded significant power in the local governmental and civic structure. In rural Southern counties like McNairy and Chester counties, the sheriff provided more than law enforcement.

Popularly elected and thus usually very strong personalities or the favorites of powerful political machines, the sheriff could do favors for anyone who curried his favor and cause great discomfort for anyone who crossed him.

Boone also found great fascination in the local and regional singing conventions. These conventions were no small affair. McNairy County also hosted the local singing convention for many years during the 1920’s through the 1949’s, the time during

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The singing convention in McNairy County saw luminaries in the gospel singing circles gather along with the most common of farm folks to harmonize, sing and share music and ideas.

These gatherings were large, more than 20,000 strong. Local citizens from all sections of the social and economic ladder converged to enjoy the activities. They were gatherings which were tailormade for local political luminaries including the local sheriff.

Such large gatherings were few and far between and local rural politicians capitalized on such opportunities to expand their exposure to the electorate.

In his story, Mrs. High Sheriff, Boone combined the two concepts, the office and personalities of local sheriffs and the singing convention.

In this previously unpublished short story written most likely in the late 1940’s, Boone described the struggles of Neeley County’s High Sheriff, Cleetus Raulston.

Poor Sheriff Raulston is busy trying to impress the polite folks who lead and attend the county singing convention while trying to balance his duties as High Sheriff while trying to please his unhappy and longsuffering wife, Gussie. The Sheriff’s wife was thoroughly unimpressive and made no efforts to impress her husband’s newfound friends and admirers. Boone writes in Mrs. High Sheriff: “But the women of the town were

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proud of Sheriff Raulston despite Gussie and her brood. On Sunday afternoons he put on his most glittering clothes and attended the weekly Singing Convention at the Neeley County Courthouse. His tenor voice was so clear and he read notes so well, he was soon leader of the carefully chosen choir. He did everything so well that even the ones who voted against him were ready to ask, “Is there nothing the High Sheriff can’t do?” Folks didn’t criticize him for leaving Gussie and the children at the jailhouse when he came to the singings. They supposed that she was happier at home.

And women who knew her well said she would be badly out of place, what with so many visitors and all.”

Ultimately, what Boone is highlighting isn’t his own fiction but, in many ways, the real life personalities of such men who filled the position of county sheriff.

McNairy County’s own version of the High Sheriff in and around the time Boone wrote this very story was Hugh Kirkpatrick, in many ways a legendary political and law enforcement personality. Kirkpatrick, a native of Finger, and was adept at creating his own favorable public relations.

Documenting his success “busting” whiskey stills and thoroughly and regularly canvassing his county seeing his constituents up close, Kirkpatrick was a real life example of the types of characters of which Boone wrote.

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A unique experience at Shiloh Tours Bryan Huff

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Over 4,000 troops stand ready in Shiloh, but not how you might think.

At the intersection of highway 22 and highway 142 there is a small building with a sign that reads Shiloh Tours. Inside there is a man with 100 stories and over 4,000 tiny lead figures that have been handmade and painted to represent scenes from iconic moments throughout world history.

These figures were entrusted to Larry DeBerry to protect and display in his museum. The 2 ½” figurines were made and painted by Bud Davis. “He was chancellor of LSU for 17 years” DeBerry said. Davis made the figures over his lifetime.

Kevin Getchell, a friend to both Davis and DeBerry, told Davis about the museum in Shiloh. As Grimes was preparing to enter assisted living, he asked Getchell to get in touch with DeBerry about taking the figurines and placing them in his museum. One U-Haul and 1,100 miles later the figures were in their new home.

One set of figures is comprised of a line of elephants.

One of the elephants has a figure riding in a howdah and waving. “This is the representation of Queen Elizabeth visiting India in 1961,” said DeBerry. India had become independent from British rule in 1947, however they loved the queen and threw a massive celebration in honor of her visit.

In the center of the entire display is a depiction of the storming of the beaches of Normandy. Above is an actual 1944 Parachute from WWII covering the ceiling.

A survivor of Iwo Jima once visited the museum.

About a month after the visit a UPS truck arrived with a package. The visitor had made a statue of Iwo Jima and covered it in stone he had collected on a return visit. This statue is prominently placed in the center of the display.

From Napoleon at Waterloo to “Desert Storm” almost every major conflict seems to be represented in

Above, Larry DeBerry tells the story ephants parading across the shelf. some way throughout the museum.

Cases filled with artifacts from the Civil War line the walls of the building. Mannequins dressed in period clothes from different conflicts throughout America’s history stand silent telling their own stories.

DeBerry is the owner of this establishment and an incredible storyteller. He speaks passionately about every item as he walks along and picks them up one by one. “Y’all come in and make yourselves at home” DeBerry says as a young cou-

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of Queen Elizabeth returning to India in 1961 as he looks at the row of elple enters the establishment.

Chris O’Donnell and Louise Sanchez of Massachusetts came into the building and walked around in amazement. They were on a trip, avoiding major cities due to Covid-19 and enjoying the history of the southeastern United States.

DeBerry said “I don’t know about you guys but there are still ghosts at Shiloh.” He begins to spin a tale of ghosts on the battlefield, and he goes to the counter to fetch “evidence” of their existence. “I’ve walked this bat-

tlefield at night, and I’ve picked up a few things. Here’s proof right here.” said DeBerry. He hands Sanchez a bag of cotton balls labeled “Ghost Poop”.

“Now you have proof.” said DeBerry as everyone had a good laugh.

You can contact DeBerry at 731-926-0360 for more details on tours. The hours for the museum are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The off season runs from November to February and the $5 admission to the museum is not enforced, however donations are appreciated.

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Above, figures depicting Soldiers storming the beachhead in Normandy.

Above, Pine Forrest located in McNairy County.

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Sustainable forestry for a better tomorrow Jai Templeton Contributor

Ownership of forestry land can serve many purposes.

Some simply enjoy the beauty of the trees while others see an opportunity for investment or improvement of the forest. 63.6% of McNairy County’s land mass is made up of forest land totaling almost 230,000 acres.

Due to the complexity of the supply chain it is difficult to put an accurate value on the total economic impact of forestry to the county. However, Brandon Moore, McNairy County Assessor of Property recognizes the importance of forestland to the local property tax base.

According to Moore 1,131 parcels listed as timberland generate over a half-million dollars in local property taxes. This does not include the multiple parcels listed as residential, commercial or agricultural that also make contributions to the local timber industry.

McNairy County has had a long standing leadership role in Tennessee’s forest products industry. The McNairy County Forestry Landowners Association is widely recognized as one of the most active associations in Tennessee. The group, which is affiliated with the Tennessee Forestry Association, conducts biannual meetings where members are exposed to the latest developments within the forestry industry by industry leaders as well as research specialists.

One of the key components of forestry stewardship is sound forest, water and land management. Regardless of a landowners intent with their forest it is important to have a viable management plan in place to manage against disease, market fluctuations, and maturity of the timber stand.

Even if the intent of the private forest is for wildlife management, recreation or simply a pleasing view there will no doubt come a time when the timber will need to be actively managed to maintain the health of the forest.

Often times landowners are able to meet their goals with the process of select cut. This practice is simply where only the desired trees for harvest are cut.

Unfortunately, this practice increases

the risk of high grading. This occurs when only the most valuable trees are harvested thus leaving the timber stand with a poor selection of species.

If this method is used it is extremely important to use the services of a professional forester as well as a reputable logger. Generational damage can result if the harvest is done incorrectly leaving a devalued stand of timber.

Sometimes due to repeated high grading of timber stands or significant disease or storm damage the clear cutting method is used. This practice removes all trees with the exception of buffer zones such as sensitive environmental areas, property lines or roadways.

It must be remembered that almost all pine plantations were planted with the intent of a complete harvest upon maturity of the stands. This is a successful and sustainable management program as there are several tracts that are in their second and even third pine planting.

Landowners are encouraged to reach out to the Tn Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry for assistance. They can provide landowners with a list of professional consulting foresters.

While company owned as well as larger private stands have management plans there are only around fifty plans impacting 1,395 acres on file with TDA’s Division of Forestry in McNairy County. There is significant opportunity for smaller landowners to maximize their timber investment.

The Tennessee Ag Enhancement Program offers cost share opportunities for interested property owners who are interested in reforesting their land.

While residential development in some parts of Tennessee is exploding there is still over 52% of the state covered by forest land.

Sound sustainable practices developed and employed by a cooperating forest products industry has actually led Tennessee to have more trees than were here in the 1950’s. As a responsible steward of Tennessee’s forest industry be encouraged to get a plan, work it and enjoy years of beauty, wildlife and financial reward.

It is very possible to accomplish multiple goals including harvest and still leave a timber stand better than you found it.

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Representative Gant and Speaker of the House, Camerson Sexton are working on a piece of legislation that would allow any county in Tennessee in which the hospital has closed to forego the CON application process. “As we look at the options county’s have to offer emergency or hospital services, we have to go back to determine which application is sustainable over time. The last thing we want to do is to see a facility built in any county that is not financially sustainable,” said Gant.

If the legislation passes, this will create an easier path for Magnolia Regional Health to come into agreements with the Centers for Medicare and Medcaid (CMS), contracts with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and other insurance carriers. “Right now reimbursement is about half what it needs to be so we are working with

all leaders to explore options to see how to make this happen and whether a free-standing emergency room or a mini-hospital and what service ranges can be offered,” said Gant.

There is discussion of building a brand new structure on the site of the old hospital. “We are working hard to make this a reality. If this comes to fruition, there is one thing for sure. The people of McNairy County must use this as often as they can to assure long-term sustainability,” said Gant.

McNairy Regional Hospital, was sold to Methodist University Hospital, of Memphis in 1998 and was sold to Tennova Healthcare in 2002. The hospital was closed in May of 2016 citing a decline in patient census and sewage problems in the facility.

McNairy County was among 14 rural Tennessee hospitals that have closed in the past decade.

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Preparations fro Saturday’s event have begun at the Square in downtown Adamsville

Market on the Square returning to downtown Adamsville Bryan Huff Assistant Editor

Market on the Square returns to downtown Adamsville April 24.

The event is open to the public and free to attend from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

The market will feature food, furniture restoration, wood working and entertainment.

Food trucks featuring items from loaded baked potatoes to Ice cream will be on hand with tasty treats to enjoy while you shop local artists and vendors.

Volunteer organizations such as God

Pleasers Outreach will be at the event.

First Baptist Church will be handing out bottled water.

Live music by Joe Cole is free to attend and the Cat in the Hat will be on hand sharing stories with the young people as well.

Tents are required for vendors setting up for the event. Spaces for 10 by 10-foot rent for $25 while 10 by 20-foot spaces are available for $50. The space is open air and smoking is not permitted.

Vendors interested in setting up at the market should contact Robin Lees at robin@robinleesmusic.com

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

It’s all Fine Art to Me Shawn Pitts Contributor

The phrase “fine art” is sometimes used to distinguish visual art created purely for expressive or aesthetics purposes from art objects fashioned for utility.

In other words, fine art is thought-provoking or pretty to look at, but otherwise not especially useful. I have never found that distinction particularly helpful, especially when it is used by snobs to make themselves feel superior or erect artificial barriers that hamper accessibility to the arts.

Another unproductive way of categorizing creativity is placing a partition between fine art and folk art as a means of segregating the trained artist from the selftaught artist. Again, not extremely helpful.

Fortunately, there is not a lot of art snobbery around here, and the county arts agency, Arts in McNairy, has worked hard to ensure it stays that way. One of the core values of the organization has always been inclusiveness.

The volunteer leadership is oriented to recognize the value of all creativity without regard for artificial boundaries or elitist attitudes about the arts. It is possible—desirable, as we see it—to simultaneously appreciate the merits of a great painting and an item of traditional handcraft or folk art without drawing meaningless comparisons.

This is not to say there are no standards when considering what constitutes quality artwork. Even those who are not artistically inclined will recognize that the requisite skills and imagination required to paint a masterwork or the years of tradition and experience that go into artisan level handcraft are not quite the same as enjoying a paint by number board or craft kit.

There is nothing wrong with painting by numbers or using prepackaged craft projects which can help people gain valuable skills in those mediums. We recognize the benefits in such pursuits but place a higher value on the work of those who engage more deeply with the creative side of the process in their chosen artistic discipline.

I think of a talented metal smith and jeweler who got her start dabbling in jewelry making with simple bead kits. Anyone who could read the instructions and possessed reasonable dexterity could have

completed the kits, had fun while doing so, and been rewarded with an attractive necklace or bracelet. But those experiences sparked something deeper in this woman and she was able to use them as a springboard to become a successful jewelry artisan. Creative maturity follows many paths.

I am grateful for all those who have labored over the years to call attention to the diverse group of visual artists working in our community. From the earliest days of Arts in McNairy’s existence a dedicated visual arts committee has supported a vibrant regional scene of first-rate artists and artisans.

Off the top of my head, I can think of local exhibits and receptions that have included: painters, potters, glass artists, sculptors, folk artists, photographers, muralists, collagists, textile artists, media artists, illustrators, and others whose works defy tidy categorization. The committee has hosted workshops and learning opportunities for visual artists and made a popular annual student art show—the latest installation is now hanging in the Latta galleries—a staple of the organization’s activity. Embracing the opportunity for creative collaboration with other AiM programs, the committee partnered with the heritage arts chair to give the community stunning works of public art like the two widely acclaimed Rockabilly Highway Murals by Brian Tull, and Lanessa Miller’s “Quite the Thing” that now graces the Latta Theatre, fittingly commemorating that space’s live music heritage. In 2016 the committee curated an exhibit of incredible local artists for the Nashville Arts at the Airport project.

That display was seen by thousands of international travelers and it offered, perhaps, the most accurate reflection of our county’s creative diversity and highlighted AiM’s inclusive approach to the visual arts.

I remember receiving a text from a friend who was passing through the Nashville Airport one evening. It said something like, “Wow! Who knew McNairy County was so rich in visual artists?” My reply was something like, “We did.”

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Above, Selmer Parks and Recreation Director Sybil Dancer, Selmer City Mayor John Smith and Selmer Fire Chief Anthony Carr assess the Selmer Farmers Market for structural damage.

City officials assess storm damage in Selmer Bryan Huff Assistant Editor

Assessments are being done through out the city as structures and property were damaged by recent storms.

The farmer’s market pavilion in downtown Selmer is just one of the structures damaged recently. “It appears twisted by the wind” Selmer City Mayor John Smith said.

Fire Chief Anthony Carr pointed out that the posts appeared to be pulled away from the concrete flooring. The roof ap-

peared to have minor damage as well. “It appears the structure was twisted by the wind” Carr said.

The insurance company for the city will be notified by the city officials so further investigation into the damage can be done.

There was erosion damage at the Selmer City Park. “Our estimate is about $200,000 in damages throughout the city.”

Smith said.

Insurance adjusters inspected the structures on April 20th and have requested bids be taken for repairs.

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Tidd Bitts: Gravel Hill in 1918 Nancy Kennedy Columnist

The north wind blew January in with no changes from the month before. It was the hardest winter anyone had experienced. 25 inches of snow fell in December and continued until later in February.

The folks living down in Gravel Hill decided it wasn’t winter wonderland.

Even rabbits and coons stayed inside their abode. Many men and their sons went out with so many clothes on they could hardly walk to cut more wood to keep the house warm.

The second week in March, Elic Farris’s sons had to go many miles from Michie to dig graves. Hard to dig a grave in frozen ground in the sleet and snow. But dig they did. The first one on Wednesday for their little sister. Friday they dug their mother’s grave. Thursday was slush ankle deep but Friday was pure ice.

Aaron T Springer moved with his family here about 1832 and lived 85 more years in the area. He served a year in the Civil War and was justice of the peace for many years. He died January 14th after a ten inch show fell on top of a sheet of ice and buried in the Gravel Hill Cemetery.

Robert Burns grew up about two miles south on the Old Hwy 5. In 1906 he became the Guys rural mail carrier and went through Gravel Hill six days a week. He was a one man crew and carried a pick and shovel.

For 13 years he never missed a day until January 1918 when he had to turn back one day in January at Gravel Hill.

Frank Spring had his teeth extracted when he was 62 years old and got a set of false teeth but two years later, in 1918, he was cutting more teeth.

He might sell his old set soon.

Gravel Hill community had their telephone exchange with the switchboard in the building next to John R Gooch’s big store. Gooch’s store had customer for miles since whatever you wanted or needed you could probably find. It was also used as a voting precinct on election day.

Pleasant Site church had a big revival meeting and a large crowd witnessed the baptizing of 23 people in the big pond behind Gravel Hill Primitive Baptist Church.

The first airplane flew over the Primitive Baptist church while church was going on one Sunday afternoon.

When the hum of the wonderful machine was heard many jumped and ran out to see the plane at a height of 200 feet headed toward Selmer.

Only the preacher and a few stayed

inside. One fellow said the preacher would have left if he hadn’t hated to lose his job.

Homer Huggins was watering the stock at his father’s pond one Saturday when he came in contact with some snakes. It wasn’t a good day for snakes since he killed 27.

First week in March they had four funerals. Alex Huggins and his family moved to Sheffield. AL where most of the family was seriously ill because of impure water. His son died Feb 28 and after they buried his wife in March the family moved back to Gravel Hill.

Earl Latta grew up on a farm at Gravel Hill. It had been a hot, boring job cultivating the corn and for some reason he misjudged the furrows and plowed up two rows of corn. He decided farming was not for him so he went to Selmer to work with the new item called automobiles. In 1918 he went off to WWI, came back and had the Ford Dealership for many years in Selmer. He died at age 95.

Bernard Hamm died Nov 5 in WWI and his body was brought back and buried at Gravel Hill.

Many farmers had wheat fields in the fall and oat fields in the spring, along with corn and cotton.

School was for about five months a year and ended in April. Most students was farmer’s children that had to help on the farm.

People were worried about their sons and sweethearts being called up for service in WWI. To add to their problems in February people were warned of hoarding flour so many sacks had to go back from Gravel Hill.

Rady McCormack, from ‘Over There,’ wrote his parents a letter while he was in France during the war. Mostly reminiscences of home with his younger siblings. He stated he borrowed some song books and they have a singing almost every night. 16 privates and corporal organized a Sunday School to have once a week.

The Gravel Hill Red Cross met at the Missionary Baptist Church with about 70 members with the ladies busy making clothes, caps, gloves and anything the soldiers would need.

John R Gooch was the chairman; Ora Carny, sec; Mrs J R Gooch, knitting chairman; Mrs J W Springer and Mary Young over sewing.

Gravel Hill community was founded before 1850 and was on an old stage road that went from Purdy to Corinth, then later called Hwy 5 or Burlington Hwy.

Dare to Live Without Limits The Treasure Within You Bryan Golden Columnist

Within you is a vast treasure awaiting rediscovery. You have more power, potential, and capability than you realize. A sculptor looking at a piece of marble sees a figure waiting to be revealed. The sculptor’s job is to remove enough stone to expose the silhouette.

What abilities, talents and desires do you possess that are waiting to be uncovered? Why is it that inner treasures are not always obvious?

Let’s follow a person’s development from birth to adulthood.

When a baby is born, he or she has no concept of fear, failure or danger. We’ll call the baby Alice. Her imagination and dreams are limitless. Yet, she’s completely vulnerable to her environment.

Alice is totally dependent on her parents for food, shelter and protection. As Alice grows, her parents teach her the dangers of her surroundings. She learns what she can’t or is not allowed to do. There is little, if any, emphasis on teaching her how to fully realize her potential.

Alice starts school and begins her formal education. That process includes learning proper rules of behavior. Rules, by their nature, outline what is not allowed or acceptable.

Again, there is little or no emphasis on how to fully realize one’s potential.

Alice’s education constantly imposes limitations. There are several interesting examples that illustrate the impact learned limitations can have. Put a flea into a small jar with a glass top. The flea quickly determines that there is a limit to how high it can jump. Remove the glass top and the flea, due to its conditioning, won’t jump out of the jar even though it has the capability to do so.

Take a fish tank and divide it in half with a piece of glass. Put several fish on one side. The fish will hit the divider until they learn where the swimming limits are. Remove the divider and the fish will still remain on one side of the tank.

The educational system and societal constraints are the equivalent of the jar top and fish tank divider on Alice’s development.

As Alice grows and interacts with others she

will be exposed to jealousy. People tend to be envious of what someone else may have. Jealousy can manifest itself through ridicule, and alienation. If Alice shows ambition, unique abilities or talents she may find herself being rejected.

Each time Alice experiences a negative reaction, a layer of stone forms around her dreams.

She finds it easier to go with the flow and be accepted rather than blaze her own trail.

Alice finishes school and begins working.

She may not be doing the kind of work she once dreamed of due to all of the limitations imposed on her while growing up.

If Alice shows too much enthusiasm or ambition she may be admonished by her coworkers. She could be denied a promotion while someone less capable moves ahead because they are more adept at office politics.

Alice might want to go back to school to further her education or change careers. Perhaps she wants to start her own business. Her family and friends discourage her from being “unrealistic.” Once again, a layer of stone is added as she receives little or no encouragement. Alice’s dreams, aspirations, and abilities become so deeply buried that she forgets they ever existed.

Everyone has a buried treasure waiting to be rediscovered. What is yours? Uncover it and your life will be enriched in unimaginable ways.

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

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Wednesday, april 21, 2021

obituaries

A J Flatt

Tommy Gray

Ashton Jake Flatt age 16 passed away April 11, 2021 as results of an automobile accident Sunday evening.

He was born November 5, 2004 in Selmer and grew up in Beech Bluff, the son of Paul Jason and Tiffany Michelle Newell Flatt. He started the seventh grade in the Chester County School System. He played alto saxophone in the band and was in HOSA, loving all his medical related classes. He was in Improve, a theatre related group at CCHS. He had just started a new job at Wendy’s and was so excited. He loved to make people laugh. He was a member of the Love and Truth Church in Jackson.

He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, catching snakes, tromping through creeks, and playing with his dog. He hunted turkey, duck, coyote’s and did all typical boy stuff. A J was full of Life!

A J is survived by his father and mother, Paul and Tiffany Newell Flatt of Beech Bluff; a sister, Eliza Breanne Flatt; grandparents, Danny and Patty Flatt of Adamsville, Kenny and Charlene Newell of Adamsville and Tammy Moraga and the late Jon of Savannah and great grandparents, Pete and Velma Ramey of Selmer, Mary Lou Newell of Adamsville and Linda Scott of Savannah.

Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 18th at Sanford Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Chris Smith, Pastor Darian Brown and Pastor Aaron Michael officiating. Burial followed in Chester County Memory Gardens.

The family received friends at Sanford Hill Baptist Church, at 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. service time on Sunday at the church.

Tommy Gray was born September 26, 1940 in Adamsville, Tenn. the son of the late Thomas and Lois Hurley Gray.

He was united in marriage to Jimmie Kathryn Lipford on August 12, 1961. Mrs. Gray preceded him in death on December 29, 2015, following 54 years of marriage.

Mr. Gray was a 1959 graduate of Adamsville High School.

He formerly worked as a foreman for Southern Central Company in Memphis, Tenn. and retired from Lithograph in Memphis as a 4-color stripper. Riding 4-wheelers, watching “Gunsmoke” and other Westerns, and spending time with family and friends were his favorite pastimes. Mr. Gray was a member of New Hope Fellowship Church in Adamsville.

Mr. Gray departed this life on April 17, 2021 in Morris Chapel, Tennessee at the age of 80 Years, 6 Months, 22 Days. He is survived by two sons, Anthony (Tony) Gray and wife Lisa of Morris Chapel, Tenn. and Tracy Gray of Enville, Tenn; four grandchildren: Candice Land of Atoka, Tenn., Angela Gayden and husband Scott of Bartlett, Tenn., Rebekah Gray of Morris Chapel, Tenn,, and Preston Gray of Enville, Tenn., two great-grandchildren, Anthony Davis of Atoka, Tenn. and Michael Gayden of Bartlett, Tenn.; a brother, James Gray and wife Angelean of Savannah, Tenn.; a sister, Jean Griffith of Key West, FL; and many extended family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Gray was preceded in death by three sisters: Linda (Gray) Gibson, Helen Freeman, and Jean Linville.

Services were held on April 19, 2021 at 3:00 PM at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville with Roger Hubanks officiating. Burial followed in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

Memorials may be made to the Darryl Worley Cancer Treatment Center or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Shelia Dianne Henry Shelia Dianne Henry was born May 11, 1948 in Finger, Tenn. the daughter of the late Atlas and Roberta Brooks Plunk.

She was united in marriage to Hershell Henry on April 22, 1967. Mr. Henry preceded her in death on October 9, 2013.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Henry was preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah Dianne Henry; son, Christopher Michael Henry; two brothers, Garrey Talmadge Plunk and Stanley Ike Plunk.

She leaves to cherish her memory a son, James Darryl Henry and wife Christina of Selmer, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Sydney Nicole Henry and Derrick Christopher Henry; brother, James Roger Plunk and wife Carolyn; sister-in-law, Mary Jo Plunk; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Shelia loved to travel! She had visited 49 states, some multiple times especially Hawaii. She had also traveled to East and West Germany, Canada, Jamaica, The Bahamas, and Mexico. She traveled by airplanes, car and ships - she had been on several cruises and loved each one. Hawaii was one of her favorite places along with the Grand Canyon-she said it was the most beautiful place to see in person. The only state she had not visited was Alaska, she had plans to go with her son.

She had a love for all things Elvis and had an entire room dedicated to her memorabilia. As much as she loved Elvis, she had a great love for Rodney McDowell. She had seen him in concert over 40 times. She also enjoyed making jewelry, bowling, and collecting salt/pepper shakers. Shelia had worked for the United States Postal Service for over 25 years. She attended Forty Forks Baptist Church in Bethel Springs.

She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Services were held on April 16, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, Randy Smith officiated. Burial followed in the Liberty Cemetery at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

Lee Dan Mullins Lee Dan Mullins was born on January 13, 1958 in Savannah, Tenn.

He departed this life on April 11, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio due to Covid.

Mr. Mullins worked in sales at Jeff Wyler Nissan in Cincinnati, Ohio for many years. Lee Dan Mullins, Class of 1976, has passed away from COVID. Lee Dan played football for four years for the Bobcats. He earned a certificate for Mechanical Drafting in 1981 from Crump Vo-Tech. Lee Dan has one son, Bryce Richie.

He began a radio broadcasting career at age 14 and has worked at many stations, plus was a co-host of John Fox’s “Outdoor Adventures” on a Florence TV station. He created “Local Sports with Lee Dan” a sports show on Selmer’s local cable channel. He became the “Voice of the Bobcat Football” in 1989 and broadcast MCHS football for a total of 10 years. Lee Dan has since done sports broadcasting in Alabama, Kentucky and Mississippi. He also worked in sales at Jeff Wyler Nissan in Cincinnati, Ohio for many years.

He is survived by a son, Bryce Richie and wife, Tracy of Columbia, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Landon Richie and Connor Hall; sister, Lila Pardue and husband Paul of Corinth, MS; brother, Kenneth Mullins of Selmer, Tenn.; and a host of nieces and nephews; He is preceded in death by his father, Dwayne Mullins; his mother, Opal Huggins; Sister, Gail Randall; Grandparents, Bryan and Cynthia Jones and Cooper and Aslee Mullen.

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Jo Ann Tackett Jo Ann (Bo) Tackett was born July 22, 1933 in McNairy County, Tenn.

The daughter of the late Mansel and Vertle Sharp Isbell.

She was united in marriage to Alfred Tackett. Mr. Tackett preceded her in death on November 21, 1999.

Bo was a 1951 graduate of Selmer High School.

She was employed in Quality Control as a “Back Shoe Girl” at Brown Shoe Company in Selmer for many years.

Vegetable gardening, canning, and cooking for others were among her favorite pastimes. Bo was a former member of the Eastview Ruritan Club and was a faithful member of the Fourth Street Church of Christ in Selmer, where she taught the nursery class for many years. Bo loved the Lord, her family and friends with all her heart.

Bo departed this life on April 13, 2021 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 87 Years, 8 Months, 22 Days.

She is survived by a sister, Marie Goodrum and husband Jim of Selmer, Tenn. two nieces, Kathy Finlayson and Susie Godfrey, both of Selmer, Tenn. and many extended family and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Bo was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Edith Moore, and a niece, Gretchen Eliane Goodrum.

Services were held on April 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Robert Shackelford officiating. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

Terry Lee Plunk Terry Lee Plunk was born September 5, 1950 in Crump , Tenn. the son of the late Lilian Fred and Zelma Armata Pickens Plunk.

Mr. Plunk was a member of the Mercer Baptist Church in Mercer, Tennessee. He was passionate about his church and loved his church family. A dedicated Sunday school teacher, who planned many excursions for his class they almost always included a good place to eat. He was faithful to meet monthly with the Central High School alumni group and always enjoyed catching up with classmates.

Golf, cooking, and studying the Bible were some of his favorite things to do. He loved spending time with his family, friends, and church family.

Mr. Plunk departed this life on April 13, 2021 in Henderson, Tennessee at the age of 70 Years, 7 Months, 8 Days. He is survived by a son, Jon Plunk and wife Persephone; two daughters, Sondra Lee Plunk, and Kristi Kimbley; brother, Paul Wallace Plunk; 15 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; longtime friends and golfing buddies, Larry Lambert and David Turner; and church family at Mercer Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Plunk was preceded in death by his wife, Dixie Darlene (Berry) Plunk; stepson, Jerry Glenn Sweat; a sister, Dorothy Pauline Plunk Green; two brothers, Lillian Fred Plunk Jr. and Carl Wayne Plunk.

Services were held on April 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville, Tennessee, Bro. Carl White officiated. Burial followed in the Crump Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

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Jessica Dawn Wyte Jessica Dawn Wyte was born February 28, 1981 in Hardeman County, Tenn. She was the loving daughter of Joyce and Todd Simpson and Dennis and Terri Young. She fell in love at an early age and married her childhood sweetheart, Charlie Wyte on February 26, 1998.

God called her home on April 10, 2021 to be forever healed and live in her glorious new body for eternity as she prepares a Heavenly home for her family left here on earth.

Jessica loved her family and all her friends. She always saw the good in everyone. Jessica would always go above and beyond for anyone in need. Her smile was contagious and would fill the room with light.

Anyone that knew Jessica knew they could count on her. She went through so much but always managed to smile and ALWAYS put everyone else first no matter the pain or struggles she was going through.

Jessica was a walking testimony! She wanted to witness for God. If you didn’t know how to get to Heaven, she would definitely make sure you knew after her sermon. II Corinthians 5:7-9 7 for we walk by faith, not by sight: 8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

9 Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of Him. Jessica Dawn Wyte is survived by her husband Charlie Wyte of Ramer, Tenn. her children, Samantha Dawn Wyte of Ramer, Tenn. Cole Lee Wyte of Ramer, Tenn. Averianna Nicole Wyte of Ramer, Tenn. a granddaughter, Adalynn Faith Wyte of Ramer, Tenn. her parents, Joyce Simpson and husband Todd of Selmer, Tenn. Dennis Young and wife Terri of Bethel Springs, Tenn. two brothers, Logan Simpson of Selmer, Tenn. Jeremy Simpson and wife Lindsey of Alton, Ill., Two sisters, Melissa Pipes and husband Charles of Savannah, Tenn. Melanie Young of Bethel Springs, Tenn. grandmother, Sandra Scott of Eastview, Tenn. in-laws, Betty Ann Powell of Selmer and William Lee Wyte and wife, Brenda of Blacksburg, SC. Her beloved dogs, Sampson and Belle and her cat, Church; and a host of extended family and friends.

She is preceded in death by an infant; grandparents, Ray Scott, Russell and Carol Simpson, J.T. and Lou Ella Young; father-in-law, Tom Howell.

Services were held on April 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, David Paseur officiated. Burial followed in the Eastview Baptist Church Cemetery at Eastview, Tennessee

Wayne Wilbanks Wayne Wilbanks was born February 16, 1949 in Selmer, Tenn. the son of Eloise Hopkins McDaniel and the late Jessie Lee Wilbanks.

He was united in marriage to Joan King on July 3, 1980.

Mr. Wilbanks loved going to the flea market and trading. He enjoyed fishing, singing and listening to gospel music, as well as playing the guitar and harmonica.

Mr. Wilbanks departed this life on April 13, 2021 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 72 Years, 1 Month, 28 Days. He is survived by his wife Joan Wilbanks of Pocahontas, Tenn. mother, Eloise McDaniel of Bethel Springs, Tenn. stepchildren, Teresa Julian and husband Jay of Lexington, Tenn. Richard Johnson of Pocahontas, Tenn. Martha Johnson of Selmer, Tenn.

Randy Johnson and wife Rachel of Savannah, Tenn.

Stevie McBride of Selmer, Tenn. seven step grandchildren; four sisters, Barbara Taylor of Ramer, Tenn.

Shirley Frye and husband Terry of Henderson, Tenn.

Sandra Hall and husband Tommy of Medon, Tenn.

Regina Burkeens of Bethel Springs, Tenn. a brother, Alton Causey and wife Eva of Livingston, La. 13 nieces and nephews; numerous great nieces and nephews.

Services were held on April 16, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, Darren Howell and Jimmy Howell officiated. Burial followed in the Lake Hill Memorial Gardens at Bethel Springs, Tennessee.

James Hubert Stutts

James Hubert Stutts was born January 20, 1949 in Michie, Tenn. the son of the late Otis Stutts and Martha Bird Voyles.

Mr. Stutts retired from the maintenance department at Monogram. He served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He loved to invent mechanical devices, work in his vegetable garden, and could fix anything.

Mr. Stutts departed this life on April 12, 2021 in Ramer, Tennessee at the age of 72 Years, 2 Months, 23 Days. He is survived by a daughter, Tammy Harmon of Michie, Tenn. a son, Darrell Eugene Stutts; 5 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren; two sisters, Ruby Lambert of Michie, Tenn. and Betty Wages and husband, Lewis of Rienzi, Miss. several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife, Marie Selle Stutts and parents, Mr. Stutts was preceded in death by three sisters, Sarah Borden, Shelby Jean Comer, Peggy Grimes.

A Graveside Service was held on April 15, 2021 at the Ramer Cemetery in Ramer, Tennessee.

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Elsie O’Lear Harmon Elsie O’Lear Harmon Hatch was born December 23, 1938 in Hillsville, Va. the daughter of the late William Early and Gracie Nuckolls Shockley Harmon.

She was united in marriage to David Hatch on December 13, 1962.

Mrs. Hatch was a 1957 graduate of Woodlawn High School in Hillsville, Va. She served her Country honorably in the United States Navy WAVES program from December 1, 1958 until November 30, 1962. Mrs. Hatch was one of the original employees of the Selmer Wal-Mart in the late 1970’s, and worked for McNairy County General Hospital from the early 1980’s until 2000 in Dietary and Environmental Services and as a Nurses’ Aide. She attended the Tennessee College of Applied Technology at Crump in the late 1980’s, studying Office Administration. Solving word search puzzles, watching old movies, Westerns, and Channel 5 wrestling, looking at old cars, and drinking her morning coffee were her favorite pastimes. Mrs. Hatch was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church when she lived in Selmer and later joined the Good Hope Baptist Church after moving to Adamsville.

Mrs. Hatch departed this life on April 17, 2021 in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 82 Years, 3 Months, 25 Days. She is survived by her husband David Hatch of Selmer, Tenn.,. two sons, Bill Hatch and wife Mary Ellen of Hernando, Miss. and Tim Hatch of Finger, Tenn. four grandchildren: Sam Hatch of Grand Rapids, Mo. Molly Hatch of Memphis, Tenn.

Ben Hatch and wife Erika of New Orleans, La., and Madison Hatch of Finger, Tenn. and several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hatch was preceded in death by several siblings and a niece, Melia Harmon.

Services were held on April 21, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Adamsville with Sam Pace officiating. Burial followed in the Good Hope Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennessee.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 2021

McNairy Chamber Hosts City of Stars April 24 McNairy County Chamber and EDC will host their Annual Banquet at McNairy Central Comons, April 24 at 6 p.m. followed by dinner and awards. This is a COVID friendly event. Tickets are still available. Call 731-645-6360.

God’s Way Charity Hall Giveaway April 24

God’s Way Charity Hall will be having their giveaway on Saturday, April 3 and Saturday April 24, at 111 Peach Steet, Selmer, beginning at 8 a.m. There will be clothing for all ages, household items, toys and lots of misc.

Gravel Hill Cemetery Clean Up The Gravel Hill Cemerty clean up day will be April 24, 2021 at 8 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help in the clean up for decoration day May 9, 2021. Donations are needed for mowing and maintenance.

Make donations to Gravel Hill Cemetery, c/o Brenda Harris, 436 Skyline Drive, Selmer, TN 38375.

McNairy County Democrat Party Meeting April 27 The McNairy County Democrat Party will meet on Tues., April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Democrat Headquarters on Court Ave., Selmer. Everyone is welcome as upcoming fund raising events and etc. are discussed.

Pink Ribbon Garden Party May 1

A Pink Ribbon Garden Party will be held Saturday, May 1 at 4 p.m. at the Farmer Market - Rockabilly Park in downtown Selmer. There is no charge for this event, but must RSVP to attend and to reserve a seat.

Contact Edna Barnette at 731645-3799 or 731-610-6600 or email to womenofcourage3@gmail.com.

Beauty Hill UPC Barbecue The Beauty Hill UPC is seeking pre-orders for barbecue Boston Butts, BBQ bologna and chicken for Sat., May 1 with pick-up at 3 p.m. For information call 731-614-8399.

Spring Piano Recital The piano students of Ms. Johnnie Kay Witt would like to invite the public to their Spring Concert. The recital will be Sunday afternoon, May 2 at Bethesda Presbyterian Church at 2 p.m. Please make plans to attend and show your support and enjoy an afternoon of beautiful music.

ACH McNairy Skilled Nursing Care Week May 10

AHC will be celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week on Monday, May 10 at 2:00 p.m. with a car parade like last year. The theme is “ Together Through the Season’s”. We all have been through this Pandemic through all the seasons together. I am informing families and friends of our residents, to decorate their cars according to their favorite season.

Southwest McNairy County Commodity Food Distribution All McNairy County participants that have already signed up for commodities can pick up on April 28 or 29, 2021 at the County Annex Building (across from Stockdales). If you haven’t received commodities before, you can sign up before April 27 by calling 645-5739. (You must be income eligible.

April 28, 2021 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Last names A-F and 10 a.m. to noon Last names G-L. April 29, 2021 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Last names M-S and 10 a.m. to noon Last names T-Z. This will be a drive-thru food distribution only you will need to hold your paperwork or identification up to the window. We will place food in the trunk or a car or in the back of a truck. Please remain in your vehicle. Maximum two households per vehicle.

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. Jakob Harris, 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.

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.

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

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 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 Church of God 948 Center Ridge Road, Bethel Springs Duane R. Moore, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Only services due to Covid-19.

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 Sunday School: 10 a.m.

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

Adamsville Church of Christ 243 E. Main St., Adamsville Van Vansandt, Minister Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 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.

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

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 Bible Class: Saturday 10:00 a.m.

Worship: Saturday 11 a.m.

Only services due to Covid-19.

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.

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

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.

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MARKET REPORT April 14, 2021 Total HD 1131

Last Week 1193 Last Year 327

Cattle 1103 Goats 11 Hogs 17

#1 STEERS & BULLS

200-300 WT 188.00-212.00 300-400 WT 172.00-188.00 400-500 WT 162.00-172.00 500-600 WT 144.00-162.00 600-700 WT 131.00-144.00 700-800 WT 118.00-131.00 800-900 WT 106.00-118.00 #1 HEIFERS 200-300 WT 152.00-190.00 300-400 WT 141.00-152.00 400-500 WT 133.00-141.00 500-600 WT 124.00-133.00 600-700 WT 116.00-124.00 700-800 WT 109.00-116.00 800-900 WT 94.00-109.00 HIGH DRESSING UTILITY COWS 72.00 - 76.00 HIGH DRESSING SLAUGHTER BULLS 94.00-102.00

As required by Chapter No.175, Public Arts of Tennessee 1939 As amended by Chapter 229, Public Act of 1971 Estate of Jeanie Henderson Freeman, late of McNairy County, Tennessee Notice is hereby given that on April 8,2021, Letters Testimony in respect to the Estate of Jeanie Henderson Freeman, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court Clerk & Master of McNairy County, Tennessee.

All Persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against his Estate are required to file the same in triplicate with the Clerk& Master 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 from 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 the 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 days (60) days prior to the date that is Four (4) months from the date of 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.

This eighth (8) day of April, 2021.

Richard James Lester, Executor Estate of Jeanie Henderson Freeman Kim Boals, Clerk & Master Terry Abernathy, Attorney 9287 (50-51) ORDER OF PUBLICATION IN THE GENERAL SESSIONS COURT OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE HALEY RAY ANN LUCAS VS. DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS, DEFENDANT, DOCKET NO. 2021-DV-13 ORDER FOR PUBLICATION NOTICE In this Cause, it appearing from the Complaint which is Sworn to, that the whereabouts of the Defendant, DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS, are unknown and cannot be ascertained by the diligent search and inquiry made to that end.

IT IS THEREFORE, ORDERED that Publication Notice issue against the Defendant, DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS,

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Public Notice The City of Guys will hold a Special Beer Board Meeting on May 3, 2021 - 6:30 p.m.

The Board will consider a Beer License for John M. Davis Rusty Nail establishment

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Public Notice

Public Notice

requiring him to appear and Answer the Complaint filed in this Cause against him in the GENERAL SESSIONS Court of MCNAIRY County, Tennessee, within thirty (30) days of the last Publication of this Notice and serve a copy of the Answer on Howard F. Douglass, Post Office Box 39, Lexington, Tennessee 38351, Attorney for the Plaintiff, within said time.

It is further ORDERED that this Notice be published for four consecutive weeks in the Independent Appeal.

This the 1 day of March, 2021.

VAN D. McMAHAN, JUDGE HALEY RAY ANN LUCAS vs DYLAN WAYNE LUCAS McNairy County General Sessions Court 2120 (DR) 4073 FILED DATE 03/01/2021 TIME 2:39 BYRON MAXEDON, CLERK 9313 (49,50,51,52)

not, which may encumber the purchaser’s title and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

The following parties may claim an interest in the above refrenced property to be affected by the foreclosure: any judgement creditors or lien holder with an intrest subordinate to the said Deed of Trust or any party claiming by, through, or under any of the foregoing. Such parties known to the Substitute Trustee may include: None.

Terms of Sale will be public auction, for cash, free and clear rights of homestead, redemption and dower to the extent disclaimed or inapplicable, and the rights of Jonpaul Lucius, and those claiming through him/her/it/them.

Any right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are waived in accord with the terms of said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day,time,an place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If you purchase a property at the foreclosure sale the entire purchase price is due and payable at the conclusion of the auction in the form of a certified /bank check made payable to or endorsed to LOGS legal Group LLP. No personal checks will be accepted.

To this end you must bring sufficient funds to outbid the lender and any other bidders.

Insufficient funds will not be accepted. Amounts received in excess of the winning bid will be refunded to the successful purchaser at the time foreclosure deed is delivered.

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By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The Steve Brown Memorial Track Meet returned for its 32ndyear.

“I thought it was important to bring it back,” meet coordinator Jessica Huff said.

Steve Brown, Huff’s father, founded the meet to increase participation in youth track. Brown was vital to youth football in McNairy County.

“I loved it,” Selmer Parks and Recreation Director Sybil Dancer said.

“The kids were great and we just could not have asked for better weather.

God blessed us with great weather.”

Maya Johnston of Ramer won first in the girls 100-yard dash with a time of 13.73.

Adamsville’s Landon Harville finished first in the boys 100-yard dash with a time of 11.89.

Neerajah Wade of of Bethel Springs ran a time of 1:21:43 in the 400-yard dash.

Adamsville’s Aiden Finley won the 400-yard dash in the boys race with

a time of 1:06:24.

Jasmine Bolf of Michie won the girls long jump with a distance of 11-feet9.5 inches.

Malachi Moore of Adamsville won the boys long jump with a distance of 15-feet-2.5 inches.

Selmer’s Analis Perez Batistia jumped a distance of 4-feet in the high jump to take top honors.

Skylor Folden (Michie), Avion Jackson (Selmer), Landon Harville (Adamsville), Trevion Gray (Bethel Springs), J.J. Reed (Selmer) Brilee Ritter all finished with a distance of 5-feet-5 inches in the boys high jump.

Ramer’s Bailee Shelton threw the shot put a best of 26-feet-9 inches. Ramer’s Tyler Montgomery threw the shot put a distance of 39-feet-2 inches for best in the boys shot put.

Callie Finlayson of Selmer ran a meet-best time of 3:07:2 in the 800 meter run. Adamsville’s J.C. Gray won the boys 800 meter run with a time of 2:42:19.

Ramer Lady Eagles won the 4x200 meter relay.

Staff Photos by Joel Counce

Analis Perez Batistia of Selmer sails over the bar during the high jump competition at the Steven Brown Memorial Track Meet.

The team of Annalei Man- dinals won the boys 4x200 time of 1:56.66. ess, Bailee Shelton, Brook- meter relay. The team of The Selmer Lady Lions lyn Hopkins and Maya Dylan Beach, Aiden Finley, won first as a team with 70 Johnston with a time of Malachi Moore and LandSee MEET 12 2:08.7. The Adamsville Car- on Harville finished with a

Adamsville squeaks by Loretto, dominates Panthers

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

Adamsville’s Leonard Phegley (7) passes during the Cardinals’ game with Loretto on April 13. Adamsvlle won the contest 1-0.

Kameron Graham and Jacob Bowles finished with two goals each in a 6-2 Adamsville victory over the Riverside Panthers on Tuesday.

Graham scored first five minutes in off a Jacob Bowles’ assist. Graham scored his second goal just 14 minutes later off a Leonard Phegley assist at the 19 minute mark.

Luke Evans scored 21 minutes in off a Jakob Oldham pass to put the Cardinals up 3-0.

Oldham scored his first goal at the 25 minute mark off another Phegley pass.

Phegley found the net next at the 35 minute mark

off a pass from Oldham.

Oldham hit his second goal in the second half, 12 minutes in at the game’s 52 minute mark.

Defensively, goalkeeper Tyler Pitts finished with one save. James Bergeron finished with two saves.

“I was proud of the effort for the entire game, everyone was able to play and contribute,” Adamsville head coach Noah Evans said. “I was also proud that every one of our goals came from an assist.

“This was a good win and a great team effort.”

The Cardinals are 5-2-1 overall and 3-0-1 in district play.

hit the back of the net at the 60 minute mark off a corner kick assist from Leonard Phegley.

The Cardinals’ back line of Dylan Baswell, Mike Mullins, Colton Howard and Bowles allowed three shots on goal.

Goalkeeper Tyler Pitts finished with two saves for the shutout. Colton Howard had one save.

“I’m pround of them,” Adamsville head coach Noah Evans said. “We had good defense, but we also had good touches and good possessions.”

Adamsville had tied the Mustangs 0-0 in their previous meeting.

Adamsville 1, Loretto 0 Jacob Bowles’ header

Bobcats snap skid with 13-2 win over North Side

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The McNairy Central Bobcats used a 7-run fourth inning to take a 13-2 victory over the North Side Indians on Monday.

Peyton Brown started a 2-run first getting hit by a pitch. Trey Rickman followed with a base hit.

Brown and Rickman advanced on a wild pitch before moving again on a Bryce King ground ball sacrifice. Jack Johnson drove Rickman home with a double.

Will Chandler led off the second with a double.

He moved to second on a

Landon Moore ground ball sacrifice and scored on a Brown base hit to give the Bobcats a 3-0 lead.

Johnson hit a 1-out single in the top of the third.

Courtesy runner Mitchell Tucker moved to third on a Rickman base hit, then scored on a Luke Keen sacrifice fly to push the Bobcats lead to 4-0. Rickman scored on a Will Chandler base hit to give McNairy Central the 5-0 lead.

Brown hit a 1-out triple to kick-start the Bobcats’ half of the fourth. Brown scored on a Rickman base hit to push the Bobcats lead to 6-0. Bryce King was hit by a pitch. Johnson scored

Rickman with a ground ball to right. Johnson stole second before King scored on a Wesley Rickman base hit. Keen took first on a dropped third strike that scored Johnson to push the McNairy Central lead to 9-0. Wesley Rickman scored on a passed ball that moved Keen to third. He scored on a Chandler sacrifice fly to give the Bobcats an 11-0 lead. Myles Rankin, Moore and Brown hit consecutive singles. Rankin scored on the Brown base hit to push the McNairy Central lead to 12-0.

North Side earned its

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McNairy Central’s Jack Johnson hits against Corinth at Warrior Stadium on Saturday.

Lady Cardinals down Chester Co., fall to Wayne Co., Scotts Hill

Adamsville’s Chloee Swearingen hits against Lexington on Monday. swered in the bottom of Wynn loaded the bases

By Joel Counce the fifth. Emma Wicker and with a hit. A Wicker double Staff Writer Hayley Finley were both hit scored courtesy runner The Lexington Lady Ti- by pitches to start the in- Haley Combs and Wynn to gers used a 10-run seventh ning. They both scored on a cut the Lady Tigers lead to inning to down the Adams- Sierra Luster double. Khloe 14-8.

Wicker finished 2-forville Lady Cardinals 17-8 Ganus drew a walk. A Sisk base hit scored both Luster 2 with two RBI and a run. on Monday.

A Shelbe Sisk leadoff and Ganus to put Adams- Sisk finished 2-for-4 with home run in the bottom ville within 14-5. Cece Max- three RBI and a run.

Wayne County 9, Adof the fourth put the Lady ey was hit by a pitch before amsville 3 Sisk was forced out at third Cardinals within 4-1.

The Wayne County The Lady Cardinals an- on a fielder’s choice. Jada

Lady Wildcats scored eight runs through the first two innings in a 9-3 win over the Adamsville Lady Cardinals on Friday.

Sierra Luster led off the top of the fourth with a triple and scored on a Shelbe Sisk double to cut the Wayne County lead to 8-1.

The Lady Wildcats added a run in the bottom of the fourth on two errors, a fielder’s choice and a base hit to push their lead to 9-1.

Haley Combs led off the top of the fifth with a double. She scored on an Emma Wicker base hit.

Wicker took second on throw home, took third on a passed ball, then scored on a Chloee Swearingen base hit.

Swearingen hit 2-for-4 with an RBI. Adamsville 9, Chester County 7 The Adamsville Lady Cardinals scored nine runs through the third and fourth innings to claim a 9-7 win over Chester County on Thursday.

Adamsville’s Chloee Swearingen tied the game

with a leadoff home run in the top of the third. Shelbe Sisk and Jada Wynn drew back-to-back 1-out walks and scored on a Leah Owens double to give the Cardinals a 3-1 lead. Owens scored on a Khloe Ganus base hit to push the Lady Cardinals lead to 4-1.

Swearingen got on base with a 1-out base hit in the fourth. She scored on a Sisk double to push the Lady Cardinals lead to 5-3. Sisk took third when Wynn reached on an error. Cece Maxey walked to load the bases. Sisk scored when Leah Owens reached on an error to give Adamsville a 6-3 lead. Khloe Ganus walked to score Wynn.

Combs was hit by a pitch to push the Lady Cardinals lead to 8-3. Owens stole home to give Adamsville a 9-3 lead.

Swearingen finished 3-for-4 with two runs and an RBI. Sisk and Ganus both hit 2-for-3. Sisk also drew a walk, RBI and two runs. Ganus had two RBI and a walk.

Scotts Hill 14, Adams-

ville 5 Sisk led Adamsville at the plate, hitting 3-for-4 with a run and RBI. Chloee Swearingen, Jada Wynn and Emma Wicker had doubles in the contest.

Chester County 8, Adamsville 6 The Adamsville Cardinals fell early and never recovered in an 8-6 loss to Chester County on Thursday.

Haley Combs drew a leadoff walk in the second before back-to-back base hits by Emma Wicker and Khloe Ganus loaded the bases. After a fielder’s choice prevented a run from scoring, a Cece Maxey base hit scored Wicker and Ganus to give the Lady Cardinals a 2-1 lead.

Ganus hit a 1-out single in the top of the fourth and stole second. Leah Owens and Maxey were both hit by pitches to load the bases.

Ganus scored on a Swearingen base hit to cut the Chester County lead to 5-3.

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Cardinals down Madison, fall to Scotts Hill

By Joel Counce Staff Writer

The Chester County Lady Eagles used a 4-run fourth inning to claim an 8-7 victory over the McNairy Central Lady Bobcats on Monday.

Chloe Shelton drew a 1-out walk in the first and moved to second on a Lynlee Brown base hit.

The Lady Bobcats loaded the bases with an Analynn Maxedon walk. Courtesy runner Aspen Teague scored on a wild pitch before Maddie Kirk drew a walk.

The Lady Eagles scored a couple of runs on a pair of walks, a base hit and a fielder’s choice play to give Chester County the 2-1 lead.

Chester County took a 6-1 lead on two hits, three walks and an error in the fourth.

Kiersten Kiddy led off the fifth with a base hit and moved to second when Kirk reached on an error.

Kiddy scored on a Carly Maness ground ball sacrifice to cut the Lady Eagles

lead to 6-2. Madison Montgomery scored Kirk on a base hit.

Shelton led off the sixth with a base hit. Brown ground into a fielder’s choice before Aspen Teague drew a 2-out walk.

Kirk smashed a triple to left and scored Brown and Teague and put the Lady Bobcats within 6-5. Kirk scored to tie the game at 6-6 when Anna Bedwell reached on an error.

The Lady Eagles retook the lead at 7-6 in the home half of the sixth on a walk and two errors.

Duey Pierce and Shelton led off the seventh with back-to-back base hits. But Pierce was picked off at second before a Chanley Price triple scored Shelton.

Chester County won the game in the bottom of the eighth on two hits, including a double to send the go-ahead run home.

Pierce led the Lady Bobcats at the plate, hitting 3-for-5. Kirk and Chanley Price both hit triples and finished with two hits. Kirk scored twice and had two RBI. Price had one RBI.

Brown hit a double.

Kylee Brown took the loss in the contest, throwing 3 1/3 innings and giving up five runs – four earned – on three hits and six walks.

She struck out four.

The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats dropped four contests at the Florence Tour in Florence, Alabama Friday and Saturday.

Lawrence County (Tenn.) 5, McNairy Central 1 In the opening contest, the Lady Bobcats fell 5-1 to the Lawrence County Lady Devils.

McNairy Central’s lone run came on a Lynlee Brown solo home run in the top of the fourth inning.

Aspen Teague hit 2-for2 with a double in the contest.

Madison Montgomery took the loss for the Lady Bobcats, throwing all four innings. She surrendered five runs, four earned, on six hits and four walks.

Fort Payne (Ala.) 6, McNairy Central 5 Chanley Price hit two

home runs, one in the second inning to give the Lady Bobcats a 1-0 lead and one in the fifth to tie the game at 5-5, in a 6-5 loss to Forty Payne on Friday. Price’s first blast was a solo shot.

The second, a 2-run shot to left scored Chloe Shelton.

Aspen Teague hit a pair of doubles in the contest.

Fort Payne plated five runs in the third to break the game open.

The Lady Wildcats took advantage of three McNairy Central errors to score the winning run in the fifth inning.

Lily Strickland took the loss in the game, throwing the final 2 1/3 and giving up three runs – one earned – on five hits.

Hartselle (Ala.) 5, McNairy Central 3 Aspen Teague had a double and hit 1-for-2 with two RBI in a 5-3 loss in the opening game on Saturday.

Kiersten Kiddy, Madison Montgomery and Chloe Shelton also had hits in the game. Kiddy had an RBI. Montgomery and Shelton scored, along with Lynlee Brown, who walked.

The Lady Tigers scored one run in both the first and fourth innings. They plated three runs in the second.

Lily Strickland took the loss, surrendering five runs, four earned, on eight hits and a walk.

Lexington (Ala.) 10, McNairy Central 6 The Lexington Golden Bears scored nine runs in the first two innings and cruised to a 10-6 victory over McNairy Central on Saturday.

The Lady Bobcats opened up the first inning with three runs to take a 3-0 lead, driven by three straight doubles from Lynlee Brown, Chloe Shelton and Aspen Teague.

Brown added a solo home run in the top of the third to cut the Lady Bears lead to 9-4.

McNairy Central scored two runs in the top of the fourth on four hits and a walk to cut the Lexington lead to 9-6.

Maddie Kirk and Chanley Price also hit doubles in the contest.

Madison Montgomery

took the loss in the contest, tossing 1 1/3 innings and surrendering eight runs – seven earned – on eight hits and three walks. She struck out two.

Lexington 7, McNairy Central 0 The Lexington Lady Tigers held McNairy Central to three hits through seven shutout innings in a 7-0 win on April 13.

McNairy Central didn’t get a runner past second base after the first inning and only had six base runners on the day.

Lexington plated a run in the first inning an error and a sacrifice fly.

The Lady Tigers pushed their lead to 2-0 in the second on a pair of McNairy Central errors.

Lexington added three runs in the third on a hit batter, a walk and a pair of base hits to take a 5-0 lead.

The Lady Tigers added a pair of runs in the seventh on a hit, an error, a dropped third strike, hit batter and a wild pitch to push their lead to 7-0.

Cardinals lose Chester County, Hardin County and JCS

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Cardinals third baseman Lathan Morris fires to first against Jackson Christian. over Chester County on

By Joel Counce Monday.

Staff Writer Trailing 5-0 going into A third inning Adams- the bottom half of the inville rally propelled the ning, Chaz Sanders started Cardinals to a 6-5 victory the Cardinals with a leadoff

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points. Ramer finished second with 58. Bethel Springs finished with 38.

Adamsville finished first in the boys meet with 78 points. Ramer finished second with 46. Selmer fin-

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two runs on three hits, a hit batter and a walk to cut the Bobcats lead to 12-2.

Johnston was hit by a pitch in the top of the fifth. He stole second, took third on a wild pitch, then scored on a Wesley Rickman base hit.

Brown hit 3-for-3 with a triple, pair of runs scored and two RBI. Johnson also finished 3-for-3 with two RBI and a run. He also hit a double. Chandler hit 2-for-2 with a double, two RBI and a run scored. Trey Rickman hit 2-for-4 with two runs and an RBI. Wesley Rickman hit 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI. Jake Morris threw all five innings for the Bobcats, surrendering two runs, both earned, on five hits and three walks. He struck out two.

Corinth 11, McNairy Central 4 McNairy Central led early, but gave up a 6-run sixth and fell 11-4 to the Corinth Warriors on Saturday.

The Bobcats scored in the first inning to take a 1-0 lead. Peyton Brown started the inning with a leadoff base hit. Brown stole second and took third on a Wesley Rickman base hit.

Brown scored on a Luke Keen base hit that moved Rickman to second.

The Warriors tied the game at 1-1 on a hit and a

ished third with 38 points.

Johnston of Ramer won the individual girls overall with 19.5 individual points.

Aleria Faulkner finished second with 18 individual points. Batistia finished third with 16.

Adamsville took the first two spots in the boys’ walk.

Corinth took a 4-1 lead on a pair of hits, two hit batters and an error in the bottom of the second.

The Bobcats tied the game at 4-4 in the top of the fourth. Keen led off the inning being hit by a pitch.

Keen moved to second on a wild pitch before Ethan Johnston reached on an error. After a double play, Keen scored on an Aidan Yopp base hit. Trey Rickman singled before Brown plated courtesy runner Mitchell Tucker and Rickman with a double.

Corinth blew the game open with a grand slam in the bottom of the fourth.

The Warriors scored six runs in the frame on two walks, a hit batter, and three hits, including the home run to take a 10-4 lead.

The Warriors added another run in the fifth on two hits and a sacrifice bunt to take an 11-4 lead before McNairy Central ended the inning on a double play.

Brown led the Bobcats with 3-for-4 hitting, a double, two RBI and a run.

McNairy Central used five pitchers in the contest.

Hardin County 14, McNairy Central 1 The Hardin County Tigers scored 11 runs in the fifth and sixth innings to take a 14-1 victory over McNairy Central on Friday.

Hardin County took a 3-0 lead in the third inning on a walk, two hits, including a bases-clearing triple

walk. He moved to second when Jake Whitley reached on an error before Tyler Barclay cleared the bases on 3-run homer to centerfield and cut the Eagles lead to 5-3. Harrison Way and Lathan Morris drew back-to-back walks. Way scored and Morris took third on a passed ball to get the Cardinals within 5-4.

Wes Butler walked before Ashton Duke singled Morris home to tie the game.

Carson Plunk loaded the bases when he reached on an error. Courtesy runner Matthew Meeks plated the go-ahead run on an error.

The Eagles led 2-0 after the first inning on three hits, including a double.

Chester County expanded its lead to 5-0 in the top of the third on an error, a walk and a home run.

The Cardinals finished with only three hits, two by Tyler Barclay. He finished 2-for-4 at the plate with three RBI and a run scored.

Butler earned the win, throwing five innings and giving up five runs – one earned – on six hits and two walks. He struck out meet. Moore finished first in the boys individual competition with 20.5 points; Harville finished with 19.5.

Matthew Howell of Selmer finished with 14.5 points.

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Maxey blasted a 2-run shot after an Owand a sacrifice fly.

The Bobcats cut Hardin County lead to 3-1. Peyton Brown was hit by a pitch to leadoff the bottom of the third. Brown moved to second on a Luke Keen ground ball sacrifice. Jack Johnson moved Brown to third with a base hit. Johnson stole second and Brown stole home for the Bobcats’ first lead.

Hardin County plated five runs in the fifth on two hits, a walk, a hit batter, a dropped third strike and a sacrifice fly to take a 9-1 lead.

The Tigers run-ruled the game in the sixth by scoring six runs on five hits – including two doubles and a home run – a walk and two errors.

Bolivar 5, McNairy Central 1 The Bolivar Tigers took advantage of McNairy Central miscues to claim a 5-1 victory on Thursday.

McNairy Central took an early lead in the second inning. Luke Keen had a 1-out base hit, stole second and scored on a Landon Moore single.

The Tigers tied the game at 1-1 in the top of the fifth on a walk, fielder’s choice and a base hit.

Bolivar took control of the contest late, plating four runs in the top of the eighth. The Tigers scored four runs on an error and three hits, including a 3-run home run.

Peyton Brown took the loss, surrendering four

eight.

Hardin County 7, Adamsville 2 The Adamsville Cardinals managed two runs – one in the third and one in the fourth – and fell to the Hardin County Tigers on Saturday.

The Tigers pounced early, scoring four runs in the first on four hits and a hit batter to take a 4-0 lead.

Carson Plunk reached on an error with one out in the third and moved to third base on a Jake Whitley base hit. He scored on a Tyler Barclay sacrifice fly to cut the Hardin County lead to 4-1.

But the Eagles answered with a couple of hits in the bottom of the third, including a 2-run home run to centerfield that pushed the Hardin County lead to 6-1.

Logan Luckett hit a 1-out single in the Cardinals’ half of the fourth. He stole second and scored on an Ashton Duke base hit to cut the Eagles’ lead to 6-2.

Hardin County added an insurance run in the home half of the fifth on a pair of hits, including a double.

Whitley finished 2-for3 with a walk and a run scored.

Harrison Way went the distance for the Cardinals, surrendering five earned runs on nine hits. He had one strikeout.

Jackson Christian 6, Adamsville 5 The Adamsville Cardinals led early, but could not withstand a Jackson Christian rally in a 6-5 loss on April 13.

Carson Plunk hit a 1-out single and courtesy runner Alex Crane moved to second on a passed ball before a Jake Whitley walk. Crane stole third and scored when Tyler Barclay reached on an error. Harrison Way loaded the bases with a walk. Whitley and Barclay scored when Wes Butler reached on an error to give Adamsville a 3-0 lead.

The Eagles pulled within 3-1 in the first on a walk, an error, a passed ball and ground ball sacrifice.

Jackson Christian cut the Cardinals’ lead to 3-2 in the second on an error, a walk and a base hit.

The Eagles took their

first lead at 5-3 in the fifth on an error, a walk, a dropped third strike, fielder’s choice and two hits, including a double.

Chaz Sanders drew a 1-out walk in the sixth inning, stole second and scored when Plunk reached on an error to put Adamsville within 5-4.

The Cardinals tied the game at 5-5 in the seventh.

Lathan Morris was hit by a pitch to lead off the inning, then moved to second when William Heath reached on an error. Ashton Duke loaded the bases with a 1-out walk. Morris scored on a Sanders base hit to tie the game.

The Eagles won the game on a base hit, hit batter, walk and sacrifice fly.

Sanders reached base four times, hitting 2-for-3 with two walks. He had one run and an RBI. Plunk finished 2-for-5 at the plate.

Kaleb Graham took the loss in the game, throwing two innings and surrendering one run on one hit and three walks.

ens single to cut the Chester County lead to 8-6.

Adamsville 15, North Side 2 Chloee Swearingen and Shelbe Sisk led Adamsville at the plate, each hitting 3-for-4 in a 15-2 Lady Cardinals victory over North Side on April 6. Swearin-

gen drove in four runs and scored two. Sisk drove in five runs and scored three.

Jada Wynn, Chloe Ganus and Emma Wicker each hit 2-for-3 in the contest. Wynn scored twice.

Ganus scored once and drove in two runs. Wicker scored twice and drove in

one run.

Haley Combs scored two runs on one hit and a walk.

Combs, Ganus, Sisk, Swearingen and Wicker all had doubles in the game.

Trey Rickman fires a pitch against Corinth on Saturday. runs – two earned - on hits and two errors to take three hits. Myles Rankin an early 2-0 lead.

Peyton Brown was hit threw the first seven innings, giving up one un- by a pitch with two out earned run on five hits and and scored on a Bryce King double to cut the Panthers striking out 13. lead to 2-1. Brown moved Riverside 7, McNairy to second, then third on a Central 4 The Riverside Panthers pair of wild pitches before used a 5-run fifth to take King drew a walk, but the a 7-4 victory over the Mc- Bobcats failed to score.

Keen led off the third Nairy Central Bobcats on with a base hit and moved April 13.

Riverside scored a pair to second on a Ethan Johnin the first inning on two ston sacrifice bunt. Brown

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scored Keen with a base hit to even the score at 2-2.

The Panthers broke the game open with four walks, a hit batter, an error and a pair of fielder’s choice plays to take a 7-2 lead.

Pinch hitter Will Chandler led off the bottom of the seventh with a single.

He moved to second on Brown’s third base hit of the game and scored on a King base hit.