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FEMA completes preliminary assessment

By Steve Beavers Assistant Editor

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has completed its preliminary assessment of McNairy County flood damage.

FEMA Project Specialist Michael Benner conducted sample checks and toured the waste water treatment facilities in Selmer and Michie.

“I feel like they will be able to make an accurate assessment,” said McNairy

County Mayor Larry Smith. “The people FEMA sends back will be fair.”

The county submitted a damage estimate of $9,960,569. Damage to roads accounted for $684,000 of the total.

A total of $9 million of the estimate is to the water control facilities in Adamsville ($2 million), Michie ($798,000) and Selmer ($6,223,000).

The county commission approved resolution 19-002 during its March 11 meeting. The resolution allowed the county to borrow $500,000 from debt service to

The highway department is expected to hire some part-time help and rent a piece of equipment to help with repairs.

McNairy County EMA Director Allen Strickland was pleased with the one-day FEMA visit.

“The project specialist was here to verify there was damage,” said Strickland.

FEMA’s reimbursement rate is 75 percent of the damage it approves.

“They will only restore damage to the way it was before the flood happened,” said Strickland.

begin repairs on roads damaged by flooding.

“The highway department has already started making repairs,” said Smith. “All we had to do was move money from one spot to the other to get started.”

Board okays project grant

Jesus Cares proposes transient housing facility

By Joel Counce For the Independent Appeal

By Steve Beavers

Jesus Cares has requested a zoning change from the Selmer Mayor and Board of Aldermen.

Jimmy Whittington – executive director of the religious organization – told board members the group is proposing a transient housing facility on Cherry Avenue.

The housing plan has come after three years of planning, according to Whittington.

The zoning change – for a house that would sleep as many as seven men – was recommended by the Selmer Planning Commission and will have to be approved by the board in a public hearing next month.

The Selmer Planning Commission voted to recommend the Mayor and Board of Aldermen approve the zoning change in their Feb. 19 meeting.

“If the board passes it, it will still have to go to the Board of Zoning Appeals,” said Selmer Building Inspector Jim Replogle. “Jesus Cares will have to state what they want to use the property for and that board will have to vote on it.”

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Mississippi River Ministry Coordinator Randy Pool conducts a poverty seminar on Sunday at First Baptist Church-Selmer.

Ministry impacts lostness through touching poverty

By Steve Beavers Assistant Editor

A heart for the poor.

Mississippi River Ministry Coordinator Randy Pool wants to change how the world views those in poverty.

Pool conducted a three-hour

seminar – Poverty: Understanding & Engaging – Sunday afternoon at First Baptist Church-Selmer.

“We need to see those in poverty the way God sees them,” said Pool. “God has a special place in His heart for the poor.”

Mississippi River Ministry serves churches by facilitating vi-

sion in West Tennessee to reach the underserved affected by poverty.

Churches are challenged to develop ministries which move people from mercy to justice and from relief to development through evangelism and discipleship.

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Daffodils add bright color to man’s yard

By Steve Beavers Assistant Editor

It all started 25 years ago for Don Carlin.

The bright yellow presence returns every spring.

“It started with 12 hills,” said Carlin of the four rows of daffodils that stretch from one end of his driveway to the other on New Bethel Road. “It got too thick and I separated them.”

The flower project started when Carlin spent six months off from work with optic neuritis.

“I did it when I could barely see,” said the 74-year-old Carlin. “I have got a lot of compliments on them.”

The bright yellow flow-

ers signify spring is right around the corner. Daffodils may be a showy yellow or white with six petals and a trumpet-shape central corona. Leafless stems bear between one and 20 flowers and sometimes the flowers need to be staked so they don’t weigh down the stems.

“They are here for a short period of time,” said Carlin. “I like them because I don’t have to replant them every year.”

Carlin said his daffodils usually start coming up in February.

“They are in full bloom by the last of February or first of March,” he said.

Carlin also doesn’t mow over the flowers until they complete the life cycle.

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The McNairy County School Board wants an active and healthier lifestyle for all of its students.

The board approved moving forward on a up to $450,000 Project Diabetes Grant offered by the state health department during its March meeting on Thursday.

“This is a great opportunity to promote a more active lifestyle for students and their families,” said county commissioner Sybil Dancer, who serves on the education committee and is a member of the health council.

Dancer presented the grant offer to the school board. Dancer said the grant was pitched to her by Beth Hamilton of the McNairy County Health Department.

The three-year grant will see recipients receive the amount it is awarded for three years.

If the county is awarded a grant, it plans to use it on a multi-purpose building.

“More than likely it will be done in phases,” said Dancer.

The facility will include a weight room and can be used

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Milledgeville to elect new mayor in May

By Janet Rail Publisher

Staff Photo by Steve Beavers

Don Carlin has been tending to numerous daffodils in his yard for 25 years.

McNairy County Fire Department moves forward on lowering ISO.

Milledgeville will elect a mayor and three aldermen in May to serve four-year terms.

The town will hold an at-large election for the first time in its history.

Since the town incorporated in 1903, the city has not held at-large elections as the city charter defines three wards, according to city attorney Danny Smith.

The majority of the town lies in McNairy County while a portion also includes parts of Chester and Hardin counties. There was a question concerning the equality of elections with equal representation with the majority of registered

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voters in the city residing in McNairy County.

The state coordinator of elections recommended a review which was conducted by Smith. He presented a solution in the January meeting. Based on a recommendation, the board passed a resolution on Jan. 11 to hold at-large elections going forward for the city.

Election day is Saturday, May 25.

“The qualifying deadline for elections has passed,” said Milledgeville Mayor Dannie Kennedy.

“We have three candidates who have qualified for alderman with incumbents Brenda and Kevin Essary

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University of Tennessee Interim President Randy Boyd has announced the creation of “UT Promise.”

The financial aid program will provide free tuition to qualifying Tennessee residents enrolling at University of Tennessee campuses located in Knoxville, Chattanooga and Martin.

“It is critically important that we take a lead role in ensuring students can achieve their dream of obtaining an undergraduate college degree,” said Boyd. “It is our mission and responsibility to

do everything we can to ease the financial burden for our middleand working-class families, and UT Promise is an ideal conduit to achieve that.”

UT Promise is a last-dollar scholarship program that will guarantee free tuition and fees for students with a family household income of under $50,000 and after other financial aid – Pell Grants, HOPE Scholarship or other institutional scholarships – is received.

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“This endowment will allow this to truly be a promise and guarantee for years to come,” said Boyd.

Currently, 46 percent of UT students graduate without debt.

The goal of UT Promise is to make higher education more accessible and affordable for Tennessee students.

UT Promise will be another tool in the state’s Drive to 55 workforce development initiative, which aims to get 55 percent of Tennesseans equipped with a college degree or certificate by the year 2025.

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the scholarship program will include those students who were previously enrolled in college when the program begins in 2020.

Qualifying Tennessee residents who meet the criteria for UT Promise can transfer from any institution.

UT Promise is an expansion of scholarship offerings and does not replace existing scholarships.

The University of Tennessee Foundation will simultaneously launch the UT Promise Endowment campaign to help fund this initiative. In the interim, the Uni-

It was Michie Elementary School’s turn to be spotlighted as the McNairy County Board of Education continued its road trip to each area school.

The seven-person board heard about the school’s STEM/Art class prior to its March meeting.

STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

“The kids are so excited when the STEM cart rolls into class,” said Michie STEM teacher Lisa Horton.

“STEM is for everyone and it’s never

too early for it.”

Failure is encouraged in STEM, according to Horton.

“It is all part of the education,” she said.

Horton also shared that two million STEM jobs in the United States will go unfilled because students are unprepared.

“In the next 15 years STEM jobs are expected to grow by 18 percent,” said Horton. “Our world depends on STEM.” Every elementary school in McNairy County will receive STEM materials for teachers to use in their classrooms.

“If students are excited, they will become engaged and when they are engaged they will learn” said Horton.

In other school board business: • Approved the medical leave of Selmer Middle School’s Sherry Taylor.

• Accepted the resignation of bus driver W.T. Yarbrough.

• Approved substitute teachers Bethany Bennett – district wide elementary; Kyle Burns – Bethel Springs Elementary School; Trudi Gordon – Michie Elementary School; Rebekah Lowrie – district wide elementary; Erin Moore – Adamsville and Michie

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County fire department moves forward on lowering ISO rating

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The McNairy County Fire Department is moving forward in an attempt to lower the ISO rating.

County Fire Chief Steve Stoll updated the McNairy County Commission on the progress during its March meeting.

“We hope to have a better ISO by the end of the year,” said Stoll. “Things are moving forward on the project, just not as quick as we want.”

Insurance Service Office (ISO) ratings are what

“We hope to have a better ISO by the end of the year.”

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insurance companies use to determine cost of insurance for homeowners. The lower the rating, the lower the premium costs.

Stoll informed commissioners about some issues the department is facing.

“We have had some trucks go down,” he said.

“One big issue is water sources and we will address that in the next two months.”

Area lakes, ponds and streams will be identified as water sources, according to Stoll.

The chief said the effort to bring each department together as one is going well. An advisory board has been created to unify the 12 departments.

“The quicker everyone jumps on board, the better we will be going forward,” said Stoll.

Several county firemen have completed the ISO class sponsored by the McNairy County EMA. “The class helps identify some of the issues we are facing to lower the ISO,” said Stoll.

Stoll wants to make sure county fire trucks contain the right equipment and are tested annually.

McNairy County hopes to lower its ISO from nine to seven and possibly a six.

“I want our ISO to be a reflection of fighting fire,” said Stoll. “It’s possible to drop to a five three years down the road.”

City works to reduce waste

By Joel Counce For the Independent Appeal

The City of Adamsville is working to reduce waste in the city limits.

The commission approved a grant application for a Hub and Spoke Grant through the state.

“The state is encouraging communities to make right decisions,” said Adamsville City Manager Steve Simon. “Making decisions that will be healthy for the community and one of those is recycling, which they’re willing to fund.”

The grant would go to pay for recycling carts at $5 apiece for citizens to use for recyclables.

The city currently uses blue plastic bags which are picked up every second

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“We currently have just a hair over 100 people who are recycling,” said Simon.

“We’re going to get 200 of them because we believe when more people see it’s going to be easier, more people are going to want to participate.”

Hub and Spoke Grants can be used for balers, glass crushers, fork lifts, scales, sorting systems and other such equipment to be used for recycling projects, as long as they do not compete with a private enterprise.

Hub Grants are worth up to $1 million, with the closest hub location in Henderson. Spoke grants are worth up to $300,000.

Each has a 10 to 50 percent match, depending on economic factors, such as per capita income and poverty level.

McNairy County remains stuck in the Top 10 of the counties with the highest unemployment rate in the state.

The county has the highest jobless rate in twothirds of the area in West Tennessee.

The county has an unemployment rate of 5.8 percent in January, an increase of .9 percent from

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the 4.9 percent from December. McNairy’s January jobless rate is lower than the 6.2 percent from January of 2018.

McNairy County had a labor force of 8,560 in January and 8,060 of those had jobs. This left 500 potential workers without a job.

Statistics by the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) show 67 of the state’s 95 counties

continued to experience unemployment rates below five percent during the first month of 2019.

The January unemployment rate is five percent or greater in the remaining 28 Tennessee counties.

Williamson County has the lowest unemployment for the month at 2.4 percent, an increase of 0.3 of a percentage point from December’s revised figure.

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Audit committee reviews findings

By Steve Beavers Assistant Editor

McNairy County’s Audit Committee has reviewed the recent findings of the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office.

The committee met for the first time and elected officers on March 11.

“We have begun the process of reviewing the audit,” said committee co-chairman Mike Smith. “We have also looked at all the findings.”

Eleven findings of noncompliance or significant deficiency within McNairy County government offices were found by state auditors.

Auditors found problems in the

offices of the County Mayor, Sheriff, Highway Commissioner and Director of Schools with a failure to approve several budget amendments in a timely manner being responsible for the findings.

The committee discussed three corrective plans during its meeting.

The plans included: • The mayor’s office and sheriff’s department will work with the personnel committee on a personnel policy to change vacation minimums, accrual and usage.

• The mayor’s office, director of schools and highway department are now submitting budget amendments quarterly for county commission approval instead of the last commission

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• The director of schools has documented new internal controls and implemented new software in February.

The audit committee also discussed the need for the finance committee to meet concerning a possible set percentage balance to retain at all times in case of emergency for the McNairy County General Fund.

A collection on outstanding solid waste collections cases was also addressed.

The remaining four members of the audit committee are co-chairman Tommy Ross, secretary Patricia Davis, Troy Moore, Anthony Henson and Billy N. Brown.

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Senators Dolores Gresham and Mark White believe every young Tennessean should have the benefit of an enriching educational experience.

An excellent statewide education program depends on how well Tennessee develops its youngest learners.

“We remain inspired to our responsibility,” said Gresham in the forming of the Tennessee General Assembly Early Childhood Education Caucus (ECE) long with White.

In their earliest years, that means becoming proficient in reading and math, and positive social and emotional development, according to White.

“Those are the solid building blocks of the preprimary and primary education years that must be constructed as the foundation that is essential for longer learning success – in middle school, high school, in college and in life,” he said.

ECE was formed by a group of bipartisan state house and senate members. The caucus held its

first meeting in Nashville on Feb. 7.

“The purpose is to elevate the quality of early childhood programming that we consider critically important for Tennessee to achieve a higher performing education system,” said Gresham.

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The proclamation calls out the valuable contributions made by individuals with developmental disabilities who are a vital part of every Tennessee community.

“I believe in the potential of every person,” said Lee. “I have been so pleased to see the work happening across state government to ensure people with developmental disabilities are given every opportunity to fulfill that potential, and to lead lives of purpose as included members of their communities.”

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The City of Adamsville has enacted a precautionary boil water notice for some residents.

“There is a chance someone could turn a faucet on and use water that is not up to Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation standards,” said Adamsville City Manager Steve Simon.

The city advised residents in a no-

tice to strain water through a clean cloth to remove any sediment or floating materials, then heat the water to a vigorous boil.

The boil notice is in response to waters receding from recent floods and involves residents in Catfish Lane, Get-Away Lane, Leaning Tree, Alex N Ash Lane, Blue Gill Loop, Glendale, Sandy Lane Circle, Bream, Bridgeview, Alana Lane, Old Ferry, Hideaway Cove, Pecan Lane, Retriever Loop, Jaycee Lane, Lemert Road,

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The Selmer Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved work to be done to repair surface issues on a bridge near the ABB plant on South Fourth Street.

The work will cost the city $8,000.

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ber coating to it to keep the water off the road. Right now it’s setting on top of the iron on the bridge.”

The goal is for the water to flow to the outside of the bridge instead of collecting in the middle, according to Smith.

Jackie Hamm of Adamsville will do the work.

The board also: • Approved a measure to allow the Selmer Streets and Sanitation Department to purchase two used

vehicles for no more than $15,000.

In March of 2018, the board voted unanimously to declare surplus five vehicles from the SUD so they could be auctioned.

The vehicles were: 1011998 Mack; T-1 2003 Tiger Truck Haulster; 124-Dodge Ram 1500; 149-Yahzoo Koehler Magnum 20 Mower, YHRK and 102-1996 Volvo Garbage Truck.

“We are purchasing some more to use on a dai-

ly basis,” said Smith. “We just had to come up with a figure.”

• Passed a resolution to allow Smith to pursue a Community Block Development Grant in an amount not to exceed $500,000 and eligible Three Star Bonus.

“It just means we’re looking under every leaf and dusting out every corner to find some extra money,” said Smith. “No rock will go unturned.”

Sell of bonds saves SUD around $26,000

By Joel Counce

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The Selmer Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a measure that would sell $2.625 million in general obligation bonds.

“Cumberland Securities contacted us and told us we could get a better rate,” said Selmer Mayor John Smith. “There won’t be any years added to it.”

The new rate would save the Selmer Utility Division (SUD) an esti-

mated $26,000.

The board also approved a measure that would allow the SUD to purchase a building on North Third Street for $62,500.

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God will not leave in difficult times

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“The act of living is different all through. Her absence is like the sky, spread all over everything.”

– C. S. Lewis, A Grief Observed.

“Grief only becomes a tolerable and creative experience when love enables it to be shared with Coy someone who really understands.” – Simon Stephens.

When President Abraham Lincoln was informed that Mrs. Lydia Bixby had lost five sons fighting for the Union in the Civil War, he wrote this: “Dear Madam, I have been shown in the files of the War Department a statement of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts that you are a mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle. I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which would attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming.

But I cannot refrain from tending you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the republic they died

to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.”

Yours very sincerely and respectfully, A. Lincoln.

“Oh, God, I am so confused. I have loved you so much. How difficult this has been to understand. I have felt my faith broken, but I struggle to regain it. For I know you are my God, and you have not forsaken me. Lead me where I need to walk, and let my faith be built anew.” – Gladys Chmiel.

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Board passes improvement measure

By Joel Counce For the Independent Appeal

Selmer is improving its parks and streets.

The Selmer Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved a bid amount not to exceed $1.675 million for work on the town’s parks and streets.

The measure would require an annual payment of $100,000.

The board approved a measure last month to borrow the money as a lump sum for a better rate on the bond.

“This resolution has details of the work to be done in the park and on

the streets,” said Selmer Mayor John Smith.

The $500,000 matching grant is the first phase of a $10 million grant for parks in McNairy County and will go to work on the city’s baseball and softball field and facilities at Patriot Park.

Talks about the improvements began in April of 2017 when the cities of Adamsville and Selmer along with McNairy County and the McNairy County Board of Education partnered together to improve the county’s parks. After a series of meetings with McNairy County citizens, consultant

group Community Development Partners, LLC. (CDP) of Nashville helped with the park design.

The rest of the money will go to pave city streets as part of the state’s IMPROVE Act, funds from the state gasoline tax increase.

The amount of street work done depends on the cost of the streets being paved.

“That will be up to our street department and the engineers,” said Smith. “We have a few miles of secondary streets that need attention.”

Smith said he expects work to begin in early spring to summer.

Department of Health participates in corporate fellowship program For the Independent Appeal

The Tennessee Department of Health is now participating in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program.

U.S. Army Operations and Information Technology Manager Caitlin Whitmire is now serving in the TDH Division of Health Disparities for her fellowship assignment.

The state of Tennessee’s participation in Hiring Our Heroes is facilitated by the Tennessee Department of Human Resources. TDH is one of three state agencies participating in the program this year.

“We’re excited to be part of this effort to recruit employees with a mission and desire to serve others,” said TDH Commissioner Lisa Piercey, MD, MBA, FAAP. “Our military service members bring valuable skills which align well with our values and our mission to protect, promote and improve health.”

The HOH Corporate Fellowship Program provides training and hands-on experience for service members transitioning to the civilian workforce.

The professional development offered through the program prepares candidates for a smooth transition into meaningful civilian careers. Participating organizations benefit by

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gaining access to the best and brightest transitioning service members while developing a more comprehensive understanding of the veteran job market.

“As I planned for my transition from the U.S. Army, it was very important for me to intern in a position that allowed me to carry on a high degree of mission-driven success,” said Whitmire.

The Tennessee Department of Health is full of motivated leaders who work tirelessly to provide the best opportunities for Tennesseans and really set the standard at a national level, according to Whitmire.

“I am very thankful for the opportunity to work with TDH and excited to see what the future holds,” she said.

In her position with TDH, Whitmire will provide communications support within the Division of Health Disparities, support performance excellence initiatives and assist with project management and workforce development.

Whitmire has served as an active duty member of the U.S. Army since 2014 with experience as an operations and communications supervisor and an information technology director.

She has skills in project management and operations, process improvement, quality assurance, train-

ing and development.

Whitmire earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Syracuse University in New York and is currently pursuing her Project Management Professional Certification and Six Sigma Green Belt Certification.

Her previous assignments include Fort Bragg, NC; Fort Hood, Texas and the Middle East. During her military tenure she served as a paratrooper, ran the Army Ten Miler with her ROTC team and ruck-marched the Boston Marathon in support of Team RWB. Whitmire has been placed with TDH through the Fort Campbell Corporate Fellowship Program, an approved Army Career Skills Program.

Service members continue to receive military pay and benefits while participating in the program.

Launched in 2011, Hiring Our Heroes is a nationwide initiative to help veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses find meaningful employment.

Hiring Our Heroes has helped hundreds of thousands of veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment through more than 1,200 job fairs in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia and on military installations overseas; a suite of free online career-based resources and the Hiring 500,000 Heroes campaign.

now,” Smith said. “We finally negotiated a price.”

The building, which used to belong to AT&T, will be used mostly for

storage space.

“Everything that can be put under cover or needs to be put under cover, will be put in that space,” said Smith.

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The three member Board of Zoning Appeals meets on an “asneeded” basis.

Replogle said if the board approves it, building plans will have to be submitted to the Tennessee Fire Marshall’s Office.

“They have to approve it because there will be multiple people sleeping there,” he said. “It is not beyond the realm of possibility that it could take them six months to get their plan review back to them.”

Whittington said the plans could be a timely process.

“We have to get an architect or

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as classrooms for PE and health classes.

“We are way above the national diabetes and obesity level,” said Dancer.

“This will be a way to get people more active.”

The obesity rate in the county is 39.2 percent. The national level is 31 percent.

McNairy County has a 14.5 percent diabetes rate.

The national average is 9.3 percent.

“Programs would be started for parents to come in with their student and utilize the facility,” said Dancer. “There would also be programs put in place to educate people how to use the equipment.”

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and Valerie Ward.”

Perry Neal Smith has qualified for mayor, according to Kennedy.

“I appreciate all of you and the work you have done,” said Kennedy. “It has been a great group and I have enjoyed working and serving with you all.”

In other business: • Kennedy shared the city had sent a letter of intent to request permission to apply for a Project Diabetes grant.

“We spoke to the Cook Coggin Engineers regarding the grant,” said Kennedy. “If accepted, we can apply for up to $150,000 with no matching funds for up to three years or $15,000 for up to two years ... if an application is available, we can take action.”

The grant requires a three-year plan and is targeted to promoting a healthy environment, access to exercise and healthy foods.

“We discussed possibly adding a parking lot and lighting around the walking track of city park in the first year,” said Kennedy.

Handicap accessible restrooms and exercise

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elementary schools; Kaylee Tranum – Bethel Springs Elementary, Selmer Elementary and Selmer Middle School; Barbara Signorelli – district wide elementary.

something like that to draw them up,” he said. “I don’t see us getting that until June.”

Whittington said the facility will not be used as a halfway house.

“We have said all along it isn’t,” he said. “Halfway houses deal with felonies, rehabs, convictions. All of these people will be screened.”

Transient houses have to be located within the city limits and be within walking distance of the Selmer Post Office and McNairy County Courthouse.

A female neighbor, who lives in the area, expressed concern during March’s Town of Selmer Mayor and Board of Aldermen

Deadline for the nonmatching grant is April 5.

Counties and cities who are awarded the grant will be notified on April 26.

In other board business, an update was given on the Adamsville Elementary and Selmer Elementary schools building projects.

“They are working every minute they can at Selmer Elementary,” said board member Ricky Whitaker.

Director of Schools Greg Martin said things are still on schedule at AES for school to be ready in August.

“They are moving forward. They just need some good weather,” said Martin. equipment have been discussed for the second year with more exercise and playground equipment for children in year three, according to Kennedy.

• The town just received the old playground equipment from the Adamsville City Park last week. Adamsville removed all the cement from the equipment and delivered it to Milledgeville to install in the future.

• Discussed their 6th Annual Heritage Day Festival on Saturday, April 27.

“This will be the best festival ever weather permitting,” said Kennedy.

The day features an antique tractor and vintage farm equipment show, car and motorcycle show, vendors, pedal cars, children’s activities, food and the famous volunteer fire departments barbeque.

• Talked about repairing the concession stand to prepare for the first TriState Saddle Club’s show on Saturday, April 20.

Alderman Hershel Hollin suggested securing the foundation and using metal to cover and repair the walls.

All proceeds from the event go to the volunteer fire department.

• Approved substitute cafeteria workers Patsy Jean Winfield and Rebekah Rose Westover.

• Passed Tobacco-Free Schools, Alternative Credit options and Promotion and Retention policy updates.

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meeting.

“I’m at home by myself at night,” said the woman. “These people coming in there, you never know what they’re going to do.

They could come in on me.”

Resident Michelle Gause said she felt residents in the area were left out.

“Above everything else, I’m concerned about the uncertainty,” she said. “If they said ‘If this happens, we will do that; and if that happens we will do this,’ I would feel better about it.

“We should have been included. You get more people by pulling than pushing them.”

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“We need to come to grips that we are not superior to those we are ministering,” said Pool. “Our ministry is to not make people look like us, but like Jesus.”

West Tennessee leads the state in the highest rate of bankruptcy, teen pregnancy, infant mortality and public assistance participants, according to MRM. “We are doing a pretty poor job of ministering to the poor because we think they don’t have anything to offer,” said Pool, coordinator of MRM since 2000. “We have to understand where they are coming from.”

Twenty percent of West Tennesseans live in poverty, according to Pool. He offered some other staggering statistics when it comes to poverty.

• 50 percent of those in poverty are children • 66 percent of West Tennessee counties have teen pregnancy rates higher than the state average • 75 percent of counties in West Tennessee have higher unemployment rates than the entire state • 20 percent of adults in

West Tennessee have less than nine years of education • 50 percent or more of West Tennesseans have a healthcare resource shortage in at least one major area of care “I have watched too many people get hurt because they didn’t know how to talk to those they were trying to help,” said Pool.

The MRM coordinator used excerpts from author Cathy Butler’s book – “Breaking the Cycle: Issues Affecting Poverty” – during the seminar.

“As long as a helper tries to relate to the poor by talking down to them, there will be no real relationship built,” states Butler.

Helping starts with two perspectives, according to Pool.

“It goes back to seeing them as God sees them and seeing those in poverty as they see themselves,” he said.

Butler said in her book that people in poverty tend to see life, time, money, power and possessions differently than those in middle and upper classes.

“We have to take a look at ourselves in order to do

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With a rate of 2.6 percent, unemployment in Davidson County was the second lowest in the state last month, and that figure represents a 0.3 of a percentage point increase compared to the previous month.

Rutherford County had the state’s third lowest rate at 2.7 percent, which is a 0.5 of a percentage point increase from its December rate.

“Many counties did experience an uptick in unemployment in January,” said TDLWD Commissioner Jeff McCord, “But when you look at

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recent reforms that have resulted in Tennessee’s progress as one of the fastest improving states on the Nation’s Report Card.

“Our motivation to form the caucus comes from both our enthusiasm for rising progress and likewise from the threat of alarming deficiencies that we believe deserve a priority response the General Assembly and our new governor,” said White.

Even as math and read-

check.

“We do a wanted check, a warrant check,” said McNairy County E-911 Director Dana Swims.

Currently, Jesus Cares puts those who pass in a local hotel.

Background checks will also include the National Sex Offender Registry and Tennessee Abuse Registry.

“There has been no violence,” said Whittington. “No one is basing their fears on past experience.”

Whittington said the Cherry Avenue house will only offer basics.

“It’s a roof over their head and a bed to sleep in,” he said. “We’re not going to make it too comfort-

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Mississippi River Ministry Coordinator Randy Pool goes over statistics during a seminar dealing with poverty. things better in ministry,” said Pool. “The way we see the world is how we see people.”

Pool said relationships must be developed to help those in poverty.

“We must point them

a year-to-year comparison, the vast majority of Tennessee’s counties had lower unemployment this year compared to January of last year.”

Lake and Obion counties in the Northwest corner of Tennessee had the highest unemployment in January.

Lake County’s unemployment rate jumped 3.7 percentage points last month to 9.3 percent, the highest in the state.

Obion County more than doubled its unemployment rate in January to 8.8 percent, a 4.7 percentage point increase from December’s revised rate of 4.1 percent.

ing scores steadily improved over the past decade, Tennessee remains in the bottom half of all states.

The alarming reality is that most Tennessee students in grades 3-12 are not proficient in English and math. By the third grade, most students are already way behind and remain there.

Those are corrosive conditions for students, families and communities.

“The progress we have made indicates we can do better,” said Gresham.

“At stake are the futures of

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Bids must be sealed and delivered to the Director of School’s Office at the McNairy County Board of Education 530 Mulberry Avenue, Suite 2, Selmer, Tennessee 38375.

All bids will be opened beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2019. The outside of the envelope must be marked “Bids on Diesel Fuel or LP Gas” in the lower left corner.

Bid packets may be picked up at the Director of Schools’ Office or the McNairy County Schools Bus Garage at 892 High School Road, Selmer, Tennessee 38375. The McNairy County Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to accept the lowest and best bid.

able.”

The house will also have someone on staff present 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

A list of rules for staying in the house include no threats of violence, obscene gestures or abusive behavior; no drugs (including prescription narcotics) or alcohol; no sexual harassment or activity; no panhandling; among other rules.

Residents also must dress appropriately and clean up after themselves. Longer term residents will be assigned chores.

Future plans for the two-acre lot include moving the Jesus Cares offices and thrift store to the location.

to the One who makes the difference,” he said. “Only Christ can change the heart, mind and soul.”

(For more information about Mississippi River Ministry, go to www.

MRMofTN.org.)

“The unemployment numbers in Lake and Obion counties have our attention,” said McCord. “We are meeting with our workforce development partners from across the state and we will have an opportunity to talk about any particular issues in the Northwest area that may have contributed to this spike in unemployment.”

For the last four months, Tennessee’s statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment rate has remained at its record low of 3.3 percent. Nationally, the January unemployment rate experienced a slight increase of 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.0 percent.

young Tennesseans and the prosperity we all desire for families and communities.”

As Tennessee continues to be one of the top destinations for business relocation and investment, the opportunities available to young folks have never been brighter, according to White.

“Our responsibility as a state must be to help more children in more communities gain the academic preparation they need to compete for a career in jobs that are being created across our state,” said

White. “Education is one of the most important responsibilities we owe our citizens.”

Tennessee’s education transformation is a work in progress that can be more effectively advanced with the General Assembly taking a more strategic leadership role, according to Gresham.

“We are excited about this new approach to improve our education system and look forward to working to help Tennessee students and families,” she said.

Project ENRICH After-School Grant 21st Century Community Learning Center

The McNairy County School District is applying for a 21st CCLC grant to continue the current after school programs at Adamsville Elementary School, Bethel Springs Elementary, Michie Elementary School, Ramer Elementary School, Selmer Elementary School, and Selmer Middle School.

If this grant is not funded, the schools above will not have the after school program next school year. The two high schools have three more years on their grants - but the elementary and middle school grant ends June 2019.

A draft copy of the grant is available for review at the Federal Programs Office in the McNairy County Annex (old PEC building) during school hours. If you have comments or suggestions for the new grant or the current after school program, please contact Lynda Walters at (731) 645-4191 or email to waltersl@mcnairy.org.

Elementary and middle school parents are also being asked to complete an online survey at https:// tinyurl.com/y4d7s2ah.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Visiting with a young mother

By Nancy Kennedy Tidd Bitts

It always happened on my day off.

Without fail, every Wednesday she came until the visits stopped as suddenly as they began.

It wasn’t that I minded her visits, but Wednesday was my day off with a long list of things to do and she was young and needed an older woman’s advise about babies and other things.

It was all those children. I really can’t remember how many she had, but she always brought at least three with her. They were good children, not nearly as rambunctious as mine. She would line them up on the couch and shake her finger in their little faces.

“Now you stay there until we are Kennedy ready to go,” she would say.

As with most working mothers, my day off was filled with umpteen things to do. She didn’t mind when I went ahead with my chores – she just followed me around. She sat at the table and we chatted while I cleaned the kitchen.

We talked mostly about babies, which is typical since she had so many of her own. She would tell me how mischievous Catherine had been the past week or praise Sherry because she was such a good baby.

Often while I folded clothes she would help me as we discussed diaper rash, teething and bottles.

Many times we were interrupted because the baby needed changing or the kids were fighting on the couch.

Considering everything, they were very good children during the times she visited me.

Some of her children often had a running nose which we talked about on every visit. She would seek my advice about what to do with sick children, when to go to the doctor and how often to give Tylenol. She would tell of the sleepless nights because “Sherry coughed her head off.”

Sometimes, I would have cookies for the children and she would scold them if thy dropped any crumbs on the floor.

After awhile, she would gather up the bunch to leave.

Each one would wave and tell me they had a good time.

I really enjoyed her visits and I never learned the exact reason she stopped coming. Maybe the visits got boring or perhaps she had too many other things to do.

Many years have passed and my daughter – Patsy – is now grown and the mother of two children and three grandchildren. I cherish the days when she was five and we visited in the land of make-believe.

Site 13 project is right thing for all of county Dear Editor, Not too long ago, I was one of several men elected to be a representative of a 21,000 employee steel plant in New York.

I was tasked with filing and settling grievances from any number of several hundred employees. Every three years during contract negotiations, we were all asked for our input because we had hands-on contact with our employees.

Those negotiations would affect every steel industry employee in the nation. The decisions we made were for the betterment of all future employees.

It had to be always looking to the future. I guarantee, not everyone was pleased with our agreements, but you cannot always please everyone.

Without progress only a few can kill the growth of a community and mostly for selfish reasons.

To alleviate continual flooding in specific areas,

the proposal has come up again to create a lake in what is known as Site 13. The lake can be stocked with fish, and perhaps small bait shops or diners can be constructed within proximity to the lake.

Not only will the project resolve the long standing problem of flooding in this area, but the lake can also help generate revenue for the county and jobs.

Our recent disaster should put this community on notice – something has got to be done. Recently, the entire county was declared an emergency with roads washing out, and lands flooded beyond belief.

Can this project help eliminate or even reduce flooding in that area again?

Of course the answer is yes.

Is this project and future of the county going to be left to a handful of people and a commissioner who thinks oceans cause floods?

George T. Wrazen Enville

Partnership to improve ag education

By Ron Gant District 94 Representative

We recently celebrated our annual “Ag Day on the Hill” event at the Cordell Hull Building in Nashville.

It coincides with National Agriculture Week and recognizes the important contributions of farmers and forestland owners on our state and our nation.

Tennessee has more than 66,000 farms representing 10 million acres in production, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service. The industry also has a $3.3 billion total economic impact on Tennessee.

I believe we must broaden agricultural education opportunities for the future leaders of this state. That is

why I am partnering with opportunities, as well as Governor Bill Lee to ensure the skills and credentials in passage of House Bill 945. demand in the agricultural This initiative estab- sector. lishes the Future ReadiMembers will also reness through Agriculture view emerging fields in Education & Youth agriculture and Participation Task the training and Force. knowledge reThe goal of the quired to advance nine-person task in these fields, as force is to encourwell as the impact age and promote of new technology agricultural eduon agribusiness, cation opportuand agricultural nities so our stuextracurricular dents are better participation on prepared for sucyouth outcomes.

Gant cessful careers in Finally, the the agriculture industry. task force will examine the Task force members alignment of investment will analyze and make rec- in STEM education with ommendations related to the mission of agriculture the mission of agricultural education, and the integraeducation, the structure tion of agricultural educaand delivery of education tion and agricultural career

readiness goals into the Tennessee pathways initiative.

My Republican colleagues and I are proud to support our current and future farmers through initiatives like this bill.

We know Tennessee’s current and future economic success hinges on our farmers and our agricultural industry, and we will continue to support them because their efforts will guarantee our state continues to lead the nation.

(Ron Gant represents House District 94, which includes Fayette, McNairy, and part of Hardeman County. He can be reached by email at: rep.ron.gant@ capitol.tn.gov or by calling 615-741-6890.)

Judiciary Committee approves legislation

By Dolores Gresham Capitol Hill Week

Senate Committees have worked diligently advancing several bills which continue the General Assembly’s ongoing efforts to protect elderly and vulnerable adults.

This includes Senate Bill 1039 – sponsored by Senator Todd Gardenhire (RChattanooga) – GRESHAM increasing penalties for the most dangerous crimes involving elder abuse.

The legislation is part of a series of bills passed by lawmakers over the last several years with the support of the state’s district attorneys general.

The laws aim to protect Tennesseans who are elderly or have diminished capacity from physical abuse and various forms of financial exploitation.

“It is difficult for most of us to understand how someone could hurt any elderly person,” said Senator Gardenhire, who also sponsored the legislation strengthening penalties for financially exploiting seniors. “It is even harder to fathom when these unconscionable acts of violence involve caregivers or family members.

This legislation stiffens penalties for the worst of the worst of these crimes.”

District Attorney General for the 24th Judicial District Matt Stowe testified before lawmakers regarding the need for the bill.

“As things stand with the law right now, ironically you could potentially suffer more punishment for going in grandmother’s bedroom and stealing her jewelry than for going in there with a baseball bat and beating her up,” said Stowe. “I think we all agree that we want to put the focus on violent crime.”

The legislation creates a new offense for abusing an elderly or vulnerable adult when the abuse results in either serious psychological injury

or physical harm.

The offense also applies when the abuse involves the use of a deadly weapon or strangulation.

Such crimes would constitute aggravated assault, but the new offense would enhance the felony classification one level to a Class B felony, doubling the average amount of time served by offenders.

The legislation also eases the process for obtaining an order of protection on behalf of an elderly person who lacks financial resources to petition the court.

Stowe also testified regarding the effectiveness of the laws protecting the elderly from physical abuse and financial exploitation previously passed by the legislature.

“We started in 2017 in passing comprehensive elder abuse laws and every year, members of this committee who are returning have helped us and given us powerful tools,” said Stowe.

The bill now heads to the Senate Finance, Ways and Means Committee for consideration.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to members of our community who are serving in the armed forces: • PFC Casey William Akin • Spc. Allen Alexander • AA Nicole B. Ayres, US Navy • Sgt. Joseph W. Baggett • Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew L. Barkley, US Navy • Capt. William B. Barkley, USMC • Sgt. Andrew W. Bayless USMC • Petty Officer 3rd Class Katie Lynn Bizzell, US Navy • Staff Sgt. Dustin Blakney, USAF • GySgt. Christopher T. Byrd, USMC • Staff Sgt. Susan Cawley • Staff Sgt. Alicia L. Coil, USAF • Cpl. Mandy L. Cooper, USMC • Spc. Mark A. Cooper, US Army • Staff Sgt. Adam Court, USAF • Sgt. James P. Crain • Officer Milelys Crouse, U.S. Army RN • Senior Airman Aaron J. Cull U.S. Airforce • Sgt. Bobby J. Dickey US Army • C.W.3 James R. Dickey, Retired • 1st Lt. Todd Joseph Drobina, US Army • Capt. Bonnie Lynn Dunlop • Cpl. Bradley Eisenhut, USMC • Master Sgt. Carrie L. Ellis, Air Force • Airman Christopher D. Ellis, Air Force • Master Sgt. Lonnie J. Ellis, Air Force • Kip Ellison

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Chester Co. scores one in 7th to edge AHS

Sports

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2019

Photo Courtesy of Claire Hallissy

McNairy third baseman Megan Hodum reaches for a ground ball in the Lady Bobcats’ home opener with Bolivar on May 14. MCHS collected its first win of the year with a 14-0 victory over Belmont, Miss. during the Northeast High School Challenge in Booneville.

MCHS collected its first home win on Monday behind a 12-1 rout of Dyersburg. Hodum had four hits in the win on Monday.

By Joel Counce For the Independent Appeal

HENDERSON – Chester County held off Adamsville in a District 14-AA encounter on Monday.

The Eagles jumped out to a 6-2 lead only to see AHS (1-5, 0-3) rally for four runs in the top of the seventh to tie the contest.

CCHS plated a run in the bottom of the inning for a 7-6 decision.

Peyton Harris went 2-for-4 with a double and a run.

Chaz Sanders finished 1-for-3 with a double, a walk and had the Cardinals’ only RBI. Jake Whitley hit a double and scored a pair of runs.

TCA 11, Adamsville 0

Trinity Christian Academy plated five runs in the first, three in the second, two in the fifth and one in the third to down the Adamsville Cardinals 11-0.

Adamsville starting pitcher Landon Moore surrendered only four earned runs on five Cardinal errors.

Jordan Morris had two hits for the Cardinals.

AHS 8, West Carroll 1

Carson Plunk gave up one run on three hits and

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Local Schedule Thursday

Baseball Independent Appeal Classic Bolivar at McNairy, 4 Wayne Co. at Adamsville, 4 Chester Co. at McNairy, 6:15 Softball McNairy at Adamsville, 5 Tennis Liberty at McNairy, 3:30 Soccer Liberty at McNairy, 5:30

Friday

Baseball Independent Appeal Classic Wayne Co. at McNairy, 4 Bolivar at Adamsville, 6:15 Softball McNairy at St. Benedict, 5 Wayne Co. at Adamsville, 5

Saturday

Baseball Independent Appeal Classic Adamsville at McNairy, Noon

Monday, April 1

Softball Adamsville at South Side, 5

Tuesday, April 2

Softball Riverside at McNairy, 5:30 North Side at Adamsville, 5:30 Tennis McNairy at Lexington, 3:30

Thursday, April 4

Softball McNairy at North Side, 5:30 Adamsville at Chester Co., 5 Tennis McNairy at Hardin Co., 3:30

Friday, April 5

Softball McNairy at Bolivar, 5 AHS at Middleton (DH), 5

Monday, April 8

Baseball South Side at McNairy, 6 Softball Adamsville at McNairy, 5:30

Lady Bobcats rip Dyersburg

By Jeff York For the Independent Appeal

Megan Hodum had a perfect night at the dish and Tori York collected six RBI to spark McNairy Central to a home win.

Hodum went 4-for-4 and York added three hits as the Lady Bobcats drilled Dyersburg 12-1 on Monday night at home.

York’s two-run home run ended things in the bottom of the fifth inning.

McNairy unleashed a dozen hits on Dyersburg. The Lady Bobcats had hits from six of the nine players in the starting lineup.

Kylee Brown (1-3) picked up her first win of the season as she threw a complete game. The sophomore gave up just one hit,

MC 14, Belmont 0

BOONEVILLE, Miss. – The McNairy Central Lady Bobcats took out their frustrations in the Northeast High School Challenge.

MCHS whipped Belmont 14-0

on Friday for its first win.

MC (1-3) scored 10 runs in the first inning en route to the easy three-inning win over the Lady Cardinals.

McNairy sent 14 batters to the plate in the first inning and had six hits to turn the game into a rout before Belmont could get three outs.

Megan Hodum got the fun started with a single and Kylee Brown reached via an error. Tori York singled drove in Hodum.

Analyn Maxedon had a runscoring single. Anna Bedwell collected a single to score York and Maxedon.

Brown’s hit plated Willow Merry and Hodum, York singled again

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By Joel Counce For the Independent Appeal

McNairy Central came up short in its home opener.

The Bobcats (1-5) dropped their comeback bid with a 7-4 loss in eight innings to North Side on Monday.

“We’ve got a lot of growing pains,” said McNairy Central Head Coach Brian Franks said. “We’re a young team and we are battling.”

North Side took a 1-0 lead in the top of the second.

The Bobcats answered in the bottom of the second with a double by Dru Yopp. Peyton Brown grounded into a fielder’s choice and sent Yopp to third. Tanner Parmely drove Yopp home and reached on an error.

Brown and Parmely scored on a Will Deaton single.

North Side scored three runs in the third inning on three base hits sandwiched between two hit batters. But with runners on first and third, the Bobcats took advantage of base running mistakes to get both in a rundown and complete a double play to end the inning.

Parmely and Deaton led off the seventh with backto-back base hits, followed by a Stone Teague bunt single to load the bases.

A Will Clifton sacrifice fly scored Parmely and sent the game into extra innings.

The Indians scored three runs on four walks and a double in the top half of the eighth to take the victory.

McNairy Central loaded the bases in the bottom half of the eighth, but could not score.

“North Side is a really good team,” said Franks. “You can’t give a good team too many chances.”

Yopp finished 2-for-4. Deaton finished with two RBI to lead the Bobcats.

South Gibson 15, McNairy 8

The South Gibson Hornets used a pair of five-run innings to blow past the McNairy Central Bobcats 15-8 in

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Dru Yopp’s strong pitching performance led the Bobcats past JCS.

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

Lady Cardinals collect weekend win Adamsville scores three in the 5th

Tuesday, April 9

By Joel Counce

For the Independent Appeal

Thursday, April 11

Baseball Peabody Classic McNairy vs. Hall, 4:30 McNairy vs. Peabody, 7 Softball McNairy at South Side, 5:30 Soccer Lexington at McNairy, 6

Friday, April 12

off Hamm to begin a 4-run third frame. Maness singled and Alyssa Nash cracked a 2-run double to expand McNairy’s spread to 7-1.

Caitlyn Bodiford hit a sacrifice fly to score courtesy-runner Alecia Klinck to score the final run of the third.

The hot hitting Lady Bobcats put the game to bed with a 4-run fifth inning. Maness walked, Nash got an infield single and Hodum capped off her day with a runscoring single to right. Brown hit a sacrifice fly to score Klinck.

North Side spoils home opener

Baseball McNairy at South Side, 6 Softball Lexington at McNairy, 5:30 Tennis Bolivar at McNairy, 3:30 Soccer North Side at McNairy, 6

Baseball McNairy at Hardin Co., 6:30

no earned runs, struck out five and walked two.

Rann Hamm was the loser for Dyersburg.

After Dyersburg scored a run in the first, MC tied it in the home half of the first when Hodum lashed a single to left, stole second and dashed home on York’s single.

Audrey Pierce drew a walk to ignite a four-run second for MCHS. Carly Maness was hit by a pitch and Hodum delivered a single to score the speedy Pierce.

Brown legged out an infield hit to load the bases. York then cleared the bases with a triple off the right field fence as the trio of speedsters in front of her easily scored to make it 5-1.

Pierce coaxed another walk

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

Jada Wynn takes a cut for the Lady Cardinals.

The Adamsville Lady Cardinals rallied for a 5-4 victory over Fayette on Saturday.

Mary Kelley scored the winning run on a wild pitch.

Greenlea Lipford and Gracie Hutton hit back-to-back singles.

Mary Kelley drove them both in with a double to left and took third on the throw home.

The Lady Cardinals scored in the first inning after a Kyla Sanders single and Shelbe Sisk reached on an error.

Sanders scored on a Hutton sacrifice.

Shelbe Sisk reached on an error and scored a Hutton sacrifice.

Covington 13, Adamsville 0

Covington downed the Adamsville Lady Cardinals in three innings, 13-0.

Covington had 10 hits, five walks and took advantage of three Adamsville errors.

Adamsville 5, Fayette Academy 4

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Record: Adamsville 2-4, 0-1 in District 14-AA.

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to score Brown and the final run scored on an error.

Savannah Kiser singled and came around to score on Bedwell’s double to left. After Merry singled, Hodum ripped a single to plate Merry to make it 13-0 in the second inning.

The Lady Bobcats added one run in the third when Bedwell singled, Rane Moffitt was hit by a pitch, and Hodum grounded out on a fielder’s choice to score Bedwell.

Freshman Lily Strickland picked up her first win as a pitcher. She allowed two hits, fanned three, and did not walk a batter to earn the complete game victory.

Bedwell and York led the offense with three hits each.

Hodum collected two hits and two RBIs for McNairy.

Kossuth took advantage of five McNairy errors to claim a 5-1 win over the local club in their second game of the challenge.

The Lady Bobcats got started when Hodum laid down a perfect bunt. Brown singled and was thrown out at second base while Hodum scored on the play.

Trailing 1-0, Kossuth cashed in its chance to tie the game when Duncan scored with two-outs on an error.

Hodum got McNairy’s only other in the third as Kossuth retired seven straight Bobcats.

A pair of MC errors and a walk loaded the bases with two outs in the third. Mask singled to break the 1-1 tie by driving in two runs. Bradley tripled to right to score two runs to build Kossuth’s lead to 5-1.

York singled to lead off the fourth for MCHS, but the next three hitters were retired to end the game.

The game was called because of the time limit.

Hodum was the lone Bobcat to collect two hits in the loss.

Brown was charged with the loss. She did not allow an earned run, gave up two hits.

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Young scores three in win over AHS

By Jeff York For the Independent Appeal

Staff Photo by Joel Counce

McNairy Central’s Matt Young scored three goals in a 5-1 win over Adamsville.

SCORES

and Jordan Morris led Adamsville, hitting 2-for-3. Lathan Morris hit a double.

Peyton Harris finished with an RBI. Courtesy runner Glenn Schwartz scored the only Adamsville run.

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two walks in a six inning 11-strikeout effort to lead the Adamsville Cardinals to an 8-1 victory over West Carroll.

Peyton Harris hit a double and finished 1-for-3 with two RBI. Landon Moore finished 1-for-3 with two RBI. Chaz Sanders hit 2-for-4 with an RBI, a run and a walk.

Lathan Morris drew a walk and scored twice.Wes Butler drew three walks, had one RBI and one run. Tyler Barclay walked twice and scored twice. Carter McLemore hit 2-for-4 with an RBI.

Chester Co. 7, Adamsville 6 Adamsville 001 001 4 – 6 4 1 Chester Co. 021 300 1 – 7 11 2 WP: Bustamante. LP: Tyler Barclay.

Multiple Hits: (A) Peyton Harris 2. 2B: (A) Chaz Sanders, Harris, Jake Whitley.

Record: Adamsville 1-5, 0-3 in District 14-AA.

Haywood 7, Adamsville 1

Haywood used a four run second to down the Adamsville Cardinals 7-1.

Tyler Barclay, Collin Misenheimer

ADAMSVILLE – Matt Young scored a hat trick and McNairy Central’s defense smothered host Adamsville in the season opener for both clubs.

Young’s three goals led the Bobcats to a 5-1 win over the Cardinals on March 12.

Young outscored the Cardinals himself by scoring three consecutive goals in the first half.

McNairy’s first goal of the match came off the foot off freshman Jeremiah Newcomb 18 minutes into the first half to give the Bobcats a 1-0 lead.

John Droke masterfully slid a pass that Young deposited into the net to boost McNairy’s advantage to 2-nil at the 24 minute mark.

McNairy Central expanded the advantage to 3-0 when Young scored unassisted at the 36-minute mark.

Young capped off his prolific night by booting one past the Adamsville keeper to increase McNairy’s lead to 4-0 just prior to halftime.

Droke scored the Bobcats fifth goal when he powered in a penalty kick to make it 5-0.

McNairy’s defense played so well that they did not allow a shot on-goal until Adamsville scored.

35th Independent Appeal Baseball Spectacular The 35th Independent Appeal Baseball Spectacular gets under way Thursday at both McNairy Central High School and Adamsville Jr./Sr. High School.

The schedule for the three-day event is: Thursday Bolivar at McNairy Central, 4 Wayne Co. at Adamsville, 4 Chester Co. at McNairy Central, 6:15

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Friday Wayne Co. at McNairy Central, 4 Bolivar vs. Chester Co. (at Adamsville), 4 Wayne Co. vs. Chester Co. (at McNairy), 6:30 Bolivar at Adamsville, 6:15

WP: Orr. LP: Landon Moore. Multiple Hits: (A) Jordan Mossir 2.

Saturday Adamsville at McNairy Central, Noon

Staff Photos by Joel Counce

McNairy Central Lady Bobcats Claire Ingle (left) and Alicia Burns (above) lead the team in action versus South Side on Monday at Selmer City Park.

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tournament play on Friday.

McNairy Central plated five runs in the fourth and three in the fifth.

Dru Yopp doubled to center to start the fourth and scored on a Jake Morris single.

Peyton Brown doubled, followed by a Sloan Atkinson walk to load the bases.

Logan Baker drew a walk to score Morris. Rob Hill grounded into a fielder’s choice to score Brown. Will Clifton was hit by a pitch. Lucas Hively reached on an error to score Baker. Hill scored on a wild pitch.

Ben Worthey and Will Deaton drew back-to-back walks to start the fifth and scored on a Brown double. Brown scored when Atkinson reached on an error.

McNairy 6, JCS 2

The Bobcats scored three runs in the second inning to earn their first victory of the season over Jackson Christian 6-2 in the Tomahawk Classic on Friday.

Trailing 1-0, the inning started with a Will Deaton single. Peyton Brown drew a walk. Sloan Atkinson advanced them on a bunt before Rob Hill walked to load the bases. Will Clifton reached on an error and cleared the bases, scoring Deaton, Brown and Hill.

Dru Yopp doubled in the fifth and was replaced by courtesy runner Clay Worthey.

Ben Worthey singled to left to score Clay Worthey.

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WP: Drake Dingledine (2-0). LP: Jake Morris (0-2). Multiple Hits: (MC) Dru Yopp 2, (NS) Caleb Currie 2. 2B: (MC) Yopp, (NS) Kameron Farrington.

Records: McNairy 1-5, 0-3 in District 14AA; North Side 5-0, 3-0.

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The Selmer Middle School Students of the Month for February were (front row from left) Jaylee Morris – 5th grade; Walker Kennedy – 5th grade; Heidi Dickey – 6th grade; Logan Williams – 6th grade and Sarah Granger – Mr. Ricky’s class. Second row (from left) Hunter Sweat – 8th grade; Kyndle York – 8th grade; Mitchell Tucker – 7th grade; Ava Talbott – 7th grade and Brendan McFerson – Mr. Ricky’s class.

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Michie Homecoming

Michie Elementary School celebrated its annual homecoming. Members of the royalty were (from left) 6th grade maid – Lauren Kirk escorted by Ayden McGee, 7th grade maid – Kinsley Montgomery escorted by Asa Baker, 8th grade maid – Madison McCullar escorted by Landon Smith, Sweetheart – Chloe Howard escorted by Brayden Rickman, Queen – Macy Brown escorted by Kyler Harvill, 7th grade maid – Natalie Stricklin escorted by Coleman Price and 6th grade maid – Kennedy Cleary escorted by Hunter Wheeler.

Issue 51 March 20, 2019

Member of the Tennessee High School Press Association The PawPrint is a publication of McNairy Central High School. The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the administration, faculty or staff.

EDITOR Lisa Forsythe

FBLA Wins Big in Chattanooga

UPCOMING EVENTS THU Mar. 21 •11:30 Graduation Invitations •3:30 TEN Liberty (H) •5:00 SB Adamsville (A) •5:00 BSOC Liberty (H) FRI Mar. 22 •Quarter 3 Report Cards •3:30 Cheer Tryouts •5:00 SB St. Benedict (A) March 25-29 •Spring Break •BsB 5:00 St. Benedict (A) March 26 •4:00 BsB Adamsville (A) April 1 •4:00 BsB Riverside (H) April 2 •3:30 TEN Lexington (A) •4:00 BsB Riverside (A) •5:30 SB Riverside (H) April 4 •3:30 TEN Hardin Co (A) •4:30 BsB Bolivar (H) •5:30 SB Northside (A) •6:00 BSOC Southside (H) April 5 •5:00 SB Bolivar (A) •7:00 JR-SR Prom April 8 •4:00 BsB Southside (H) •5:30 SB Adamsville (H) April 9 •3:30 TEN Bolivar (H) •4:00 BsB Southside (A) •5:30 SB Lexington (H) •6:00 BSOC Northside (H) April 11 •4:30 BsB MidSeason Classic •5:30 SB Southside (A) •6:00 BSOC Lexington (H)

Callie Hodge

Meg Suggs

Emma Dickey

2nd Place Health Care Administration

5th Place Accounting II

3rd Place Intro. to Financial Math

SENIOR

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) attended the State Leadership Conference in Chattanooga, sending ten delegates to represent our school. Regional winners eligible

COLOR GUARD Auditions Friday, May 10 Clinics April 9, 12, 16, 23 & 30, May 7 See Mr. Foret if you have questions!

to compete at the state level were Abagail Ashe and Paige Morris (Intro to Business Communication), Emma Dickey and Eli Holcombe (Intro to Financial Math), Andrew Fowler (Insurance and Risk Management), Callie Hodge (Health Care Administration), Meg Suggs (Accounting II), Daisy Murry and Maggie Whitaker (Hospitality Management), and Lani Moore (Organizational Leadership. The students were accompanied by FBLA

sponsor Lisa Chandler and husband John.

While at the conference, students attended meetings related to their career clusters, and also workshops on various business topics.

Three students placed within the top five of their categories, to be recognized at the awards ceremony on March 13.

Callie Hodge placed 2nd in Health Care Administration. Emma Dickey placed 3rd in Intro to Financial Math. Meg Suggs placed 5th in Accounting II. Both Emma and Callie may advance to the national competition in San Antonio, TX, if they choose to.

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OBITUARIES

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Alice Mae Browder

Doris Wallace Barnes

Brenda Newberry

Alice Mae Browder was born October 29, 1930 in McNairy County, Tenn., the daughter of the late Lessie T. and Amy Scott Dunaway.

She was united in marriage to Winfred O’Neil Browder on June 19, 1946.

Mr. Browder preceded her in death on February 14, 2010.

Mrs. Browder was a machine operator for Levi Strauss Company.

In her younger years, she was active in the Eastern Star. She was a wonderful cook and always made sure everyone had their favorite desserts. She loved her flower gardens, quilting, and watching Jeopardy. She was a devoted Christian lady and was a lifetime member of the New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Selmer, Tenn.

Mrs. Browder departed this life on March 13, 2019 in at the age of 88 years, 4 months, 13 days.

She is survived by a sister, Betty Franks of Savannah, Tenn.; a brother, Troy Dunaway of Selmer, Tenn.; five grandchildren, James Kevin Browder and wife Anna Marie of Corinth, Miss., Amy Jo Crowe and husband Ricky of Selmer, Tenn., Scott David Browder of Selmer, Tenn., Thomas Paul Browder of North Port, Wash., Alicia Marie (Browder) Smith of North Port, Wash.; eight great grandchildren, Dustin, Samantha and husband Michael, Tyler and fiance’ Bri, Alex, Avalon, Amy, Adam, and Aiden; two great great grandchildren, Clayton and Baylor; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Browder was preceded in death by two sons, Roger David Browder, Winfred Michael Browder; four brothers, Wilburn, Ralph, Billy, and Charles Dunaway; three sisters, Mary Sue King, Katie Basinger, Jean Dunaway.

Services were held on March 16, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Jeff Powell officiating. Burial followed in the Falcon Cemetery at Selmer, Tenn.

Doris Wallace Barnes, 94, of Corinth, Miss. passed away at her residence in Corinth on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.

She was born February 23, 1925. She was a homemaker and she was of the Baptist faith and a member of Chewalla Baptist Church. She enjoyed caring for her son Johnny for 70 years.

She leaves her niece/caregiver: Diane Copeland of Decatur, Ala.; brother: Kenneth Wallace (Patricia) of Chewalla, Tenn.; sister: Charlene Hurley of Corinth, Miss. and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceding her in death is her husband: Grady Barnes; a son: Johnny Barnes; father: Jack Wallace; mother: Gillian Wallace; brother: Dale Wallace and a sisters: Ruth Suggs and Maxine Barnes.

Visitation was held Friday, March 15, 2019 at Magnolia Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at Magnolia Funeral Home Chapel of Memories on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 12 until service time at 2 p.m. Rev. Lance Pate officiated. Pallbearers were Wally Hurley, Jarrod Wallace, Russell Messner, Anthony Wallace and Jackie Suggs. Interment was held at Oak Grove Cemetery in Chewalla, Tenn.

Brenda Newberry of Stantonville, Tenn. was born March 17, 1958 the daughter of the late Phillip Norman and Mary Lee Hooker Lavender. She is the widow of Robert G. Newberry.

Mrs. Newberry recently moved to Stantonville. She was born in Evansville, Ind. and had previously lived in Doraville, Ga., Houston, TX, Hampton Roads, Va., and Pinellas Park, Fla. She was a music lover, proficient in the literary arts, and a beautiful guitar player. Mrs. Newberry departed this life on March 11, 2019 at her home in Stantonville at the age of 60 years, 11 months, 22 days.

She is survived by two sons, Jason Bergeron and wife Margaret of Stantonville, Tenn., Richard Newberry of Saint Petersburg, Fla.; two sisters, Cynthia Reese and husband Kenneth, Kimberly Smith; three grandchildren, Jonathan Freeman, James Bergeron, Teara Newberry.

There will be no public service.

Norma Jean Smith

Norma Jean Wade Smith, age 82, from Finger, Tenn., passed away March 14, 2019 at Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born February 14, 1937 in the Montezuma Community of Chester County, the daughter of the late Elmer Scott and Gladys Joella Wyatt Wade.

She went to school at Phillips School House and married Harold Wayne Smith in 1953. They made their home at Montezuma and Finger since 1959 where Mr. Smith farmed. Mrs. Smith worked at Salant & Salant for twenty-six years and retired from Kolpack/DRJ in Selmer in 1999. Mr. Smith died in 2016. She loved gardening, cooking and spending time with her family.

Mrs. Smith is survived by three sons, Steve Smith (Connie) of Finger, Jeff Smith (Sheila) of Henderson and Mark Smith of Bethel Springs; a daughter, Kellie Barnes (Michael) of Finger; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harold Wayne Smith in 2016 and two sisters, Reda Lott and Dorothy Sue Hearn.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Crook Avenue with Bro. Ronnie Geary officiating. Burial followed in Chester County Memory Gardens.

The family received friends at Crook Avenue from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Saturday and 11:00 a.m. until service time on Sunday. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Henderson was in charge.

Russell Coln Russell Coln was born June 7, 1940 in Acton, Tenn., the son of the late Thomas Jefferson and Pauline Young Coln. He graduated from Ramer High School. He was a member of the Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Russell started his railroad career in August of 1965 and he retired as a Railroad Engineer in October of 2000. He was united in marriage to Maida Sue Kennedy on December 18, 2006.

Mr. Coln departed this life on March 12, 2019 in Selmer, Tenn. at the age of 78 years, 9 months, 5 days.

He is survived by his wife, Sue Coln; children: Penny Robbins and husband Danny, Tammy Huggins and husband Craig, Tina Lyles and husband Tim, Tracy Stewart and husband Todd, John R. Gibson and wife Becky, David W. Gibson and wife Heather; daughter-in-law, Melody Gibson; siblings: Donald Coln and wife Gloria, Dorine Boggan and husband Jim, Polly Richard and husband Bob, Jeff Coln and wife Tena; thirteen grandchildren: Casey Pickle and husband Jonathan, Jessica Woolsey and husband Brent, Tyler Huggins and wife Jenee, Austin Huggins, Cory Stewart, Cody Stewart and wife Kristina, Caleb Stewart, Helen Gibson, John Gibson, Garrett Gibson, Ivey Hardison and husband Cam, Cary Gibson, Kirk Gibson; seven great grandchildren: Mallory Pickle, Kael Pickle, Hunter Huggins, Colton Stewart, Cayleigh Stewart, Olivia Hardison, James William Hardison; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Coln was preceded in death by his first wife, Martha Sue Smith Coln; and a son, W. M. Gibson.

Visitation was held on March 15, 2019 from 9 a.m. until services at 1 p.m. all held at Gravel Hill Baptist Church in Eastview, Tenn., with Eric Jones and Jimmy Garrett officiating. Burial followed in the Gravel Hill Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer, Tenn. was in charge.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude or the Gideons.

Nelson Hamm Nelson Eugene Hamm was the third child born to Joseph Eugene and Elizabeth Smith Hamm. His birthdate was October 9, 1962, a birthday he shared with his sister who was eleven years older. Nelson graduated from McNairy Central High School in 1980 and attended UT Martin where he was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho; he also attended Northeast Mississippi Junior College. His early years found him playing and working in the family store, A. B. Hamm & Co. as the fifth generation of merchants. Nelson worked in corporate for Walmart until he was disabled on the job.

Nelson was kind and considerate and took pride in caring for those around him. He enjoyed being in nature, hunting and fishing. He was particularly invaluable to his parents the last years of their lives. His family ties, Hamm, Houston, Huggins, Neill, McAlpin, Blasingame, Smith, Burks and Milligan among them, were grounded in the early settlers of McNairy County.

He is survived by his daughter, Alexandria Jane Hamm (Charles Arutt), a sister, Jacque Hamm May ( Jim), niece, Elizabeth Hamm May-West (Susan) and twin great-nephew and niece, Henry James and Ila Elizabeth May-West, and a host of friends.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Robert Hamm, maternal grandparents, McKinley and Lettye Burks Smith and paternal grandparents, Eugene Robert & Ila McAlpin Hamm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Ramer Cemetery Fund, in care of Edith Wardlow, 459 Mt. Vernon Road, Ramer, TN, 38367.

Memorial services will be held on March 20, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Mr. Randy Mead, Mr. Jim Gray officiating. Interment will be at a later date.

Peggy Sue McLain Peggy Sue McLain was born February 3, 1948 in McNairy County, Tenn., the daughter of Lee (Dan) Daniel and the late Ruthie Mae Killingsworth Eaker.

She was united in marriage to Kenneth McLain on March 23, 1964.

Mrs. McLain worked for Brown Shoe Company until it closed. She then worked for the McNairy County Board of Education for 34 plus years as a school bus driver and substituted in the cafeteria. It was easier to say, “Peggy worked for the Board of Education” because she filled many roles.

She was a nurturer, provider, and caregiver of her family. Every child born in her family received a “Peggy crochet blanket” not only would she do it at birth but also in adulthood. She provided food for her family through her canning and freezing of garden vegetables. She enjoyed working in her vegetable garden and flower gardens. She was an avid collector and fan of Dale Earnhardt, which may have carried over into her driving.

Peggy’s favorite times were those spent with her husband, Kenneth. They would often spend Saturday and Sunday just riding the roads. They both loved spending time with each other and their grandchildren.

Mrs. McLain departed this life on March 17, 2019 in Memphis, Tenn. at the age of 71 years, 1 month, 14 days. She is survived by her husband Kenneth McLain of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; two daughters, Angela Redditt and husband James of Lexington, Tenn., Crystal Hill of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Chelsea Plunkett and husband Michael of Bethel Springs, Tenn., Tucker and Dylan Hill both of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; two great grandchildren, Hayden and Chloe Plunkett; father, Dan Eaker of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; two sisters, Danita Sims and husband Anthony of Stantonville, Tenn., Cathy Robinson and husband Bobby of Lawton, Tenn.; and a host of extended family and friends.

Services will be held on March 20, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tenn., with Bro. David Singleton officiating. Burial will follow in the Clear Creek Cemetery at Selmer, Tenn.

Dick Roland Tyner Dick Roland Tyner was born July 9, 1936 in North Manchester, Ind., the son of the late Harold and Ruth Judd Tyner.

He was united in marriage to Bethel Ann Smithers on November 19, 1957.

Mr. Tyner worked in the purchasing department for the City of Memphis for over 25 years. He was a member of the St. Jude Apostle Catholic Church in Selmer, Tenn. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1954-1957.

Mr. Tyner departed this life on March 7, 2019 in Selmer, Tenn. at the age of 82 years, 7 months, 26 days. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Bethel Ann Tyner of Selmer, Tenn.; a daughter, Tiffany Tyner of Selmer, Tenn.; a son, Terry Tyner and wife Dawn of Memphis, Tenn.; a sister, Marilynn Rompinen of Pensacola, Fla.; and fourteen nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Tyner was preceded in death by a brother, Dean A. Tyner.

A funeral mass was held on March 13, 2019 at 11 a.m. at St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church in Selmer, Tenn., with Rev. Father Wayne H. Arnold and Deacon Jim Gray officiating. Burial with military honors followed at 1 p.m. in the Corinth National Cemetery at Corinth, Miss. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer in charge of arrangements.

Phyllis A. Dunwoody Phyllis A. Dunwoody was born October 31, 1938 in Memphis, Tenn., the daughter of the late Herbert C. and Bibian Lee Charles Simmons.

She was united in marriage to John E. Dunwoody on July 7, 1977. Mr. Dunwoody preceded her in death on March 1, 2010. She loved her family and grandchildren.

Mrs. Dunwoody departed this life on March 16, 2019 in Adamsville, Tenn. at the age of 80 years, 4 months, 16 days.

She is survived by a daughter, Patti Young; two sons, Ret. Mst. Sgt. Randall Alan Young, Gary Michael Young; 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren; two brothers, Creath L. Simmons of Adamsville, Tenn., Darral W. Simmons; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Dunwoody was preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Escarre; a brother, Herbert Owen Simmons.

There will be a private entombment service in Memphis, Tenn. Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer is in charge of arrangements.

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Local associations join to celebrate Ag week A spring dinner meeting will be held to celebrate National Ag Week.

On Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m. the McNairy County Forest Landowners Association, Tennessee Cattlemen’s and Tennessee Farm Bureau will have a dinner to commemorate National Ag Week with all members invited to attend, eat and network at the Eastview Community Center.

The week is observed annually to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture across the United States. Agriculture is McNairy County’s largest industry and plays a vital role in the local economy.

Guest speakers include Danny Austin, Landowners Association, Linda Barnes, TN Cattlemen’s Association, Joe McKinnon, TN Farm Bureau and special guest Jai Templeton.

The group is expecting a large crowd so all are encouraged to call Hilda Ashe at 731-645-6919 to make a reservation so that enough food will be prepared.

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March 22

March 26

• McNairy County Historical Society Please join the McNairy County Historical Society for our monthly meeting, Tuesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. at the Jack McConnico Library in Selmer. Ms. Laquita Thomson will speak on The Civil War in Old Monterey (Michie).

March 29

• Democrat Party to Hold Convention The McNairy County Democratic Party will hold the Biennial Reorganization Convention to elect new leaders on Friday, March 29th at 6:30 PM at the McNairy County Democratic Headquarters in Selmer.

Local Democrats will elect their County Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Executive Committee for McNairy County for a two year term. All Democratic residents who are eligible voters of McNairy County are urged to attend and participate in the county convention. Sandwiches, snacks, and desserts will be served at the convention. For more information please call Chairman Wayne Elam at (731) 645-0137.

• 4th Annual Walk & Racking Horse Show High Stepping action returns to the Crossroads Arena in Corinth, Miss. on March 30th, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. for the 4th annual Walking and Racking horse show. It will begin with a kids Lead Line class for children under 6 years of age. There will be a large variety of flat shod and padded horses with the speed class being a crowd favorite. Halftime entertainment will be Greg Roberts. The show will begin promptly at 5 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Glidewell (662) 665-1243.

April 4 & 5

• Ramer Head Start Pre-Registration Southwest Human Resource Agency Head Start, Ramer Center, pre-registration will be held Thursday, April 4 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Friday, April 5 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 4186 Highway 57 West, Ramer, Tenn. For an appointment after the date listed, please call (731) 646-0169 or (731) 645-8953 Ms. Shameka Johnson, Family Case Manager. Children must be age 3 or 4 by August 15 to qualify. For more information, contact Carrie Buck, Asst. Director for Family & Community Partnerships or Mayreine Moten, Family Service Specialist (731) 989-5111 or 1-800-372-6013.

McNairy County Board of Education will be accepting bids for Mops/Uniforms/Mats. All bids must be returned in a sealed envelope, marked on the outside, “Bid for Mops/Uniforms/Mats”, ATTN: Greg Martin. Bids should be delivered to the McNairy County Board of Education Office by 9:30 a.m. on April 5, 2019. Bids will be opened at that time.

• Sharing Hearts FCE There will be a potluck, cakewalk, and silent auction on Saturday, April 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Enville Community Center.

• Oakland Baptist Church “Going Beyond Simulcast” Oakland Baptist Church in Corinth will host “Going Beyond Simulcast” with Priscilla Shirer on Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Call the church office at (662) 287-3118 for more information and to register.

• Annual Michie School Alumni Reunion The annual Michie School Alumni Reunion will be held April 6 in the Michie School Cafeteria. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and a potluck meal will be served at 5:00 p.m.

All Michie alumni, spouses and guests are welcome to attend. Please bring a favorite dish and join us for great memories, food and fun.

• 11th Annual Miss Liberty Pageant There will be a Miss Liberty Pageant held on April 7 beginning at 2 p.m. Registration will be at 1 p.m. Age divisions are birth to 21 years. You may pre-register at Selmer Community Center or the day of pageant. For more information call (731) 645-3866.

April 9 & 10

• Selmer Head Start Pre-Registration Southwest Human Resource Agency Head Start, Selmer Center, pre-registration will be held Tuesday, April 9 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Wednesday, April 10 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 705 Industrial Park Road,

Bid specifications may be obtained at the following location: McNairy County Board of Education 530 Mulberry Ave. Suite 2 Selmer, TN 38375

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE SELMER ZONING ORDINANCE

Selmer Utility Division ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Mayor and Alderman on consideration of the following amendment to the Zoning Ordinance:

Matt & Mark Fowler

The hearing will be held pursuant to the provisions of Sections 13-7-203 Tennessee Code Annotated.

Said hearing will be held at the meeting of the Mayor and Alderman on April 9th , 2019, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Selmer City Hall. A copy of the proposed ordinance is available for review at City Hall.

Selmer Utility Division is now accepting applications for a crew member in the gas/water departments. This opening is a general labor job. Class A CDL Tennessee drivers license will be required before six months of employment has been completed.

Applications may be picked up at the Utility main office located at 138 East Court between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or at townofselmer.com, under the residents heading. Applications must be turned in at the Selmer Utility office building by 5 p.m. Friday, April 5th.

John Smith Mayor

The Town of Selmer is an equal opportunity provider, and employer.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TEXT OF THE SELMER MUNICIPAL ZONING ORDINANCE ADDING NONPROFIT TRANSIENT LODGING REQUIREMENTS IN THE B-1 (GENERAL BUSINESS) DISTRICT

Sara Beth Kiestler & Alan Michael Gibson

Kiestler - Gibson Jackie and Brenda Kiestler announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Sara Beth to Alan Michael Gibson, son of Chris and Kelly Gibson of Knoxville, Tenn.

Sara is the granddaughter of John and Shirley Stivers, and the late Farris Ray Kiestler and the late Robert and Sue Surratt of Bethel Springs, Tenn. Alan Michael is the grandson of Charles and Brenda Dickens of Moulton, Ala. and Thomas and Janice Gibson of Milan, Tenn.

Sara is a 2013 graduate of McNairy Central High School and is currently working at Walmart in Jackson, Tenn.

Alan Michael is a 2012 graduate of Knoxville Christian School in Knoxville, Tenn. and a 2017 graduate of Freed Hardeman University in Henderson. He is currently employed at North Tampa Behavorial Health in Tampa, Fla. The couple will exchange wedding vows on March 23, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Quail Hollow Ranch in Ramer, Tenn. with the reception to follow at the ranch. After a honeymoon trip to Disney World in Orlando, Fla., the couple will reside at their home in Tampa, Fla. All friends and family are cordially invited to attend this special day.

April 6

April 7

McNairy County Board of Education

Wedding Announcement

• Plant A Tree Day MCDS will be hosting a “1, 2, 3 Plant a Tree” day at Selmer Elementary School at 1 p.m. Free trees (limit of 2) so all Tennesseans can participate in the TN Environment Council 250K Tree Day on March 23.

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Selmer, Tenn. Call Ms. Shameka Johnson, Family Case Manager, at (731) 645-8953 or (731) 646-0169. Children must be age 3 or 4 by August 15 to qualify. For more information, contact Carrie Buck, Asst. Director for Family & Community Partnerships or Mayreine Moten, Family Service Specialist (731) 989-5111 or 1-800-372-6013.

April 20 • Annual Easter Egg Hunt Selmer Parks and Recreation will be having their annual Easter egg hunt on April 20 at 10 a.m. at Selmer City Park. All kids are welcome to participate for free.

Please bring your own basket. Photos will be with the Easter Bunny. (bring own camera) For more information, please call (731) 645-3866.

April 27

• Good Hope Baptist Church Cook-Off The 12th annual Good Hope Baptist Church BBQ Cook-off is set for Saturday, April 27. There is no entry fee. All cookers must be registered by April 21. Call the church office for more information and details (731) 632-0379, leave a message, someone will return your call.

Hardin County Stockyards, Inc.

3350 Hwy 226, Savannah, TN 38372 • 731-925-3287

Cattle Sale Every Wednesday • 1:00 P.M. Goat & Hog Sale • 11:00 A.M. Begin receiving cattle on Tuesday 8:00 A.M. ‘til dark Trucking & feed available • We are a full service stockyard Video cattle offered for trailer load lots & appraisals We offer an order buying service thru Harry Floyd Livestock www.saledayauction.com

Harry Floyd (cell): 931-224-2247 or 931-722-9200 Waynesboro, TN Office: 931-722-3100

NOTICE OF COMPLETION This is to notify the public that the City of Ramer’s 2016 CDBG Water System Improvement Project is complete. The contractor for the project is Marbury Construction Company. The work contract final amount was $ 223,866.

Anyone having a claim against the project has ten (10) days from the date of this notice to notify George Armstrong, Mayor, at Ramer City Hall.

Please contact Missy Ivy, Project Administrator, at 731-424-7664 if additional information is needed.

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MCHS Bobcat Band holds Cruise In Car Show The McNairy Central Bobcat Band held their first annual car and off-road show, Cruise In To The Beat, on Saturday, March 16. Band Booster President, Jackie Mullen said the event raised over $3700 to help fund a pavilion to park the band trailers in and to also use as a practice

area for the front ensemble when it is raining or extremely hot. The event included a car and truck show, an off-road show which had 18 entries, kids activities, vendors, a silent auction and food.

Submitted Photos by Melanie King

Phil Humphrey of Selmer had his 1949 Olds 98 on display.

Ricky Plunk of Savannah showed his freshly restored Chevelle.

Dennis Henderson of Corinth attended with his 1932 Ford Streetrod Coupe.

Kim Morris’ “Wandering Jeepsy” was one of 18 off-road vehicles in the show.

Aubrey King’s 1972 Chevrolet Blazer was selected by the senior band members as their favorite and will be on the 2020 dash plaque.

Rodney Hardin of Corinth showed his 1966 Chevrolet Surburban.

MCNAIRY COUNTY CHURCH DIRECTORY

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

Michie Primitive Baptist Church Hwy 22 Michie Elder Rickey Taylor, Pastor 10:30 a.m. Song Service 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service

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 Mickey Cossar, 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.

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

SOUTHERN Central Baptist Church 675 Dowty Road, Selmer Bro. Stephen Davison, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday: 10:45 a.m. & 5 p.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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.

5 p.m & 6 p.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.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.

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 Bobby Bray, 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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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 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. James Stophel, 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 Shawn Weaver, Minister Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:50 a.m. &

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

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

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

Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

Discussion Class: 11:15 a.m.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

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

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 Joy Shelby Weathersbee, Pastor 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.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

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

Sunday School: 11 a.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.

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.

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.

Church of God of Prophecy 3886 Main St., Bethel Springs Dan Morrow, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 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.

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.

Bro. Casey Cupples, 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 Casey Cupples, Pastor Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday: 5:30 p.m. JIGO 8th-12th grades Wednesday: 6:30 all youth

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.

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. James Jones, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

1st Saturday: 9 a.m.

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

Sabbath School: 10 a.m.

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Wednesday: 6 p.m. www.abundantlifecf.com

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.

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.

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.

Believer’s Church 1431 Peach St., Selmer Bill Linam, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Thirsty Thursday (Bible Class) 7 p.m.

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

Wednesday nights: 7 p.m.

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

Sunday Worship: 12 p.m.

Wednesday: 7:30 p.m.

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m.

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

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

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

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

Sunday Night: 6 p.m.

Thursday Night: 7 p.m.

Pastors: Paul and Bonnie Young

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FOR RENT: Houses, Apartments and Townhouses.

Committed to providing Safe/ Affordable homes in a family friendly environment. No Pets - No Crack/Party Houses, reference & deposit required.

Kenneth Sweat (731) 6100807. Equal Housing Opportunity. (38-TF) OAKWOOD APARTMENT RENTALS: Selmer: 1 bedroom: $335.00/ mo. 2 bedrooms: $365/ mo. Both require deposits. No pets. (731) 610-2877.

(TF) ROOM FOR RENT: Southwest Selmer. Call (615) 5850998. (43-46)

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CAN YOU DO MINOR REPAIRS? For Sale: Craftsman 42” lawn tractor; Champion 3500W portable generator; Motorguide trolling motor; Evinrude 7 h.p. motor; Impex home gym. Call (731) 6321066 (Michie) after 5 p.m. (45)

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(731) 439-0343. (TF) DOUG BUTLER: House leveling, rotting sills, replace floors, cracking brick - 30 years’ experience.

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FREE ESTIMATES! Call: Tommy Wilson (731) 609-8794. (5-TF) GARZA MANUFACTURED HOUSING: Mobile Home Transporting, Blocking, and Anchoring.

Licensed with Tenn. State Fire Marshall’s Office. Call (731) 9260741. (34-42)

WANTED CARGO CONTAINERS: 20 & 40-foot metal cargo containers for sale. Great for storage. Call for pricing and delivery (731) 689-5616. (46-TF)

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FOR SALE: New and Reconditioned appliances. Call Lori (731) 225-9050 or Julie (731) 645-2078. (38-47) APPLIANCE REPAIR. Washers, dryers, refrigerators and stoves.

Call Robert at (731) 695-9050 or Lori at (731) 225-9050. (19-47) Only $20 per year in McNairy County

Tenants: #1 Chanin Alexander #2, #3 Lawrence Brown #11 Roger Tapp #12 Greg King #13 Roger Hubanks #14 Michelle Allen #15 Denise Reed #18, #19 J.R. Sweat Have until April 4th to contact Shyla Snyder (731) 439-3210 Contents will be sold April 5th & 6th Stantonville Station 8528 Hwy 142

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NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated November 14, 2014, executed

by BECKY A WRIGHT and JOHN WRIGHT, JR, conveying certain real property therein described to JOSEPH B PITT. JR., as Trustee, as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee recorded November 17, 2014, in Deed Book 414, Page 2404-2419 ; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to Quicken Loans Inc. who is now the owner of said

debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned,Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, having been appointed as Substitute Trustee by instrument to be filed for record in the Register’s Office of McNairy County, Tennessee.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee or his duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on April 10, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Southwest Door of the McNairy County Courthouse, 170 West Court Av-

enue, Selmer, TN 38375, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash or certified funds ONLY, the following described property situated in McNairy County, Tennessee, to wit:LOT NO. 24, PLEASANT RIDGE ACRES SUBDIVISION, A PLAT OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN THE REGISTERS OFFICE OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE, IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 68, AND REFERENCE IS HERE MADE TO SAID PLAT OF SAID PLEASANT RIDGE ACRES SUBDIVISION FOR THE DESCRIPTION THERE GIVEN AND SAID PLAT IS MADE A PART HEREOF BY REFERENCE THERETO AS FULLY AND TO THE SAME EXTENT AS IF COPIED IN FULL HEREIN. BEING THE PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JOHN W. WRIGHT, JR. AND WIFE, BECKY A WRIGHT BY DEED OF LAND IS FOREVER TRUST, DATED NOVEMBER 14, 2014 OF RECORD IN DEED BOOK 232, PAGE 268 IN THE REGISTER`S OFFICE OF MCNAIRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE.Parcel ID: 056B C 009.00 000PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 192 PLEASANT RIDGE LOOP, ADAMSVILLE, TN 38310. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): BECKY A WRIGHT and JOHN WRIGHT, JROTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at

the time and place for the sale set forth above.

All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose.

THIS LAW FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.Rubin Lublin TN, PLLC, Substitute Trustee119 S. Main Street, Suite 500 Memphis, TN 38103rubinlublin. com/property-listingTel: (877) 813-0992Fax: (404) 601-5846 Ad #153187 03/13/2019, 03/20/2019, 03/27/2019

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Must be able to take vital signs, give injections, do essential paperwork and communicate effectively with medical terminology. Experience working in a mental health setting preferred.

Requires high school diploma with office related experience preferred, as well as Medical Assistant training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Hillcrest Meadows Apartments 1 Alta Vista Drive Selmer, TN 38375

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Accepting applications for 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments for the Elderly age 62 or older or Disabled of any age.

Rent is based on household income.

Applications available at the office: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Send resume to lisa.pearson@quincomhc.org this position will be filled as quickly as possible.

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LCSW preferred but may consider LPC, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Master’s degree in psychology, counseling or social work.

Therapist will provide evidence based treatment to client with both acute and chronic psychiatric issues through individual, group, and family counseling with adults and children.

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Furniture & household items, antique bedroom set from 1940, box springs & mattress, Oak China hutch, table and 6 chairs.

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Must have some computer skills, be able to achieve and maintain a case load of assigned clients, and demonstrate verbal and reasoning skills necessary to appropriately interact as a team with support and professional staff. Professionally document each service rendered to clients and complete all professional documentation requirements in accordance with established time frames, applicable certification/licensure standards, contract requirements, and agency policies.

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5912 44, 45, 46

IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF HARDIN COUNTY, TENNESSEE State of Tennessee Department Of Children Services, Petitioner, vs.

NO. 17-JV-2027 ANDREA LANHAM and PERRY LANHAM Respondents,

IN THE MATTER OF: Emily Lanham, D.O.B. 11/13/01 Amber Lanham, D.O.B. 10/18/02 Nicole Lanham, D.O.B. 5/24/04

Children Under Eighteen (18) Years of Age. ORDER OF PUBLICATION It appearing to the Court from the allegations of the Petition in this cause and the affidavit of the Petitioner that the whereabouts of the Respondent, Andrea Louise Lanham, are unknown and that ordinary process of law cannot be served upon her, It is, therefore, ordered that Respondent, Andrea Louise Lanham, be served by publication of the following notice for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Independent Appeal, a newspaper circulated in McNairy County, Tennessee.

TO ANDREA LOUISE LANHAM: The State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s Services, has filed a petition against you seeking to terminate forever your parental rights to Emily Lanham, Amber Lanham and Nicole Lanham on the grounds that you have willfully abandoned these children and for other reasons. It appears that ordinary process of law cannot be served upon you because your whereabouts are unknown. You are, therefore, ordered to respond by appearing in Court or filing an Answer to the Petition filed against you. A copy of the Petition may be obtained at the office of the Juvenile Court of Hardin County, 465 Main Street, Savannah, Tennessee.

This notice will be published for four consecutive weeks. The last date of publication will be 4/3/19.

You must appear in Court on 5/6/19 at 9:00 a.m. to appear and defend, or file an Answer within 30 days, or a Default Judgment or judgment on the facts will be taken against you and a hearing to terminate your parental rights will be set. All future hearings and/ or documents filed in this cause shall be filed with the clerk and shall be considered as service upon you. You may request your copy from the clerk.

ENTER this the 6th day of March 2019. /s/ Daniel Smith, Juvenile Court Judge PREPARED FOR ENTRY:

See LEGALS, 15

BUSINESS DIRECTORY/LEGALS

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2019

Public Notice /s/ LeAnn B. Rial, BPR #017145 Attorney for the State of Tennessee Dept. of Children’s Services 225 Martin Luther King Drive Jackson TN 38301 (731) 421-2000 5938 44, 45, 46, 47 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Aruna Rao Gade Notice is hereby given that on the 14th day of March, 2019, Letters Testamentary (or of administration as the case may be) in respect to the estate of ARUNA RAO GADE, who died on January 7, 2019 were issued to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of McNairy County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2) otherwise their claims will be forever barred: (1) (A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this notice to creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or (B) Sixty (60) days from the date of the creditor received an actual copy of the notice do Creditors if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4)

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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.

This the 14th day of March, 2019.

WHEREAS, the Issuer is authorized by Sections 9-21-101 et seq. of the Tennessee Code Annotated to issue bonds for such purposes.

and other facilities for the public works department, park improvements for the parks and recreation department, and making other capital expenditures for general governmental purposes; and (ii) pay legal, fiscal, administrative, architectural and engineering costs of the Project and costs incident to the issuance and sale of its general obligation bonds to be issued for such purposes.

bonds will bear interest at such rate or rates not-toexceed 5.00%, and that such bonds shall be payable, both principal and interest, from ad valorem taxes levied without limitation as to rate or amount upon all taxable property in the Issuer.

days from the date of the publication hereof, a petition signed by at least ten percent (10%) of the registered voters of the Town of Selmer, Tennessee shall have been filed with the Town Recorder of the Town of Selmer protesting the issuance of the general obligation bonds, such bonds will be issued as proposed.

Rajesh Gade Rao, Executor J. Gilbert Parrish, Jr. Attorney for the Estate Kim Boals, Clerk & Master 5956 45, 46 INITIAL RESOLUTION DETERMINING TO ISSUE NOT TO EXCEED ONE MILLION SIX HUNDRED SEVENTYFIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,675,000) OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE TOWN OF SELMER, TENNESSEE WHEREAS, the Board of Mayor and Aldermen (the “Governing Body”) of the Town of Selmer, Tennessee (the “Issuer”) has determined that it is necessary to make certain capital expenditures in connection with public works projects as described in Section 9-21105 of the Tennessee Code Annotated, as amended, including but not limited to, the acquisition of land, the construction, renovation, paving, equipping and installation of streets, roads, bridges, sidewalks, and other facilities for the public works department, park improvements for the parks and recreation department, and making other capital expenditures for general governmental purposes (collectively the “Project”); and

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That it is necessary and desirable and in the best interests of the citizens of the Town of Selmer, Tennessee that the Issuer (i) make certain capital expenditures in connection with public works projects as described in Section 9-21105 of the Tennessee Code Annotated, as amended, including but not limited to, the acquisition of land, the construction, renovation, paving, equipping and installation of streets, roads, bridges, sidewalks,

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That the Governing Body of the Issuer hereby determines pursuant to the authority of Sections 9-21-101 et seq. of the Tennessee Code Annotated, as amended, that the Issuer shall issue its general obligation bonds for the Project and for other purposes stated above in an aggregate amount not-to-exceed $1,675,000, that such

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The Highway Department is looking for temporary, part-time help in the shop and general laborer. Experience is not necessary but would be helpful.

You may apply between the hours of 1:30 p.m.

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PLUMBING

Ann E. Henderson, City Recorder 5955 45

McNAIRY COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

BAIL BONDS

MOBILE HOME PARTS

BAIL BONDS Dennie or Betty Howell

“Fast Service 24 Hours A Day”

75 Riverport Drive • Jackson, TN

(731) 422-6226

Windows Doors Tubs Faucets Hardware Gutters Showers Metal Anchors Tiedowns Underpinning Tires Heat & Air Parts / Furnaces

Call Anthony Smith

TIRE SHOP

Adopted and approved this 12th day of March, 2019.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

$5 per week.

1-800-748-9889

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STATEWIDE BAIL BONDING

731-645-3661 731-610-6327 731-610-7305

We offer Repair & Install Service Including heating and air!

Financing Available!

Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. website: mobilehomepartswtn.com

BODY SHOP

STUMP GRINDING

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

MURRAY’S

David’s Stump Grinding

Flowers Repair Service

BODY SHOP

249 Tom Baker Rd. Eastview, Tenn.

(Over 30 years exp.)

• Insurance Claims Welcome “Let me help you save on your deductible” (731) 645-9610 Fax: (731) 645-9610

TREE SERVICE

• Grind in tight places • No yard damage • Rake down chips • Hazardous tree removal (731) 234-9259

REPAIR SHOP

MAST Bradley’s Tree Service

• Insured • Free Estimates • Fencing • Lawn Service • Stump Grinding • Demolition in storm damage

NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL, WE CAN DO IT ALL.

731-934-7322 or cell 731-610-6712

Repair Shop

We specialize in the repair of all vehicles and small engines.

Auto Repair | ATV’s | Lawnmowers Generators | Compressors & MORE! Free Diagnostics & Estimates!

No job too small - call or stop by today!

740 Mulberry Ave. • Selmer, Tennessee 38375

(731) 439-7331 • M-F 9-5

Bus.: 731-632-0492

Rickey Bowen

Cell: 731-453-5069 Specializing in Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, BMW, Mini-Cooper and VW 211 Sunrise Drive • Adamsville, TN rbowen@flowersrepairservices.com

AUTO GLASS

ALL-STARS

Auto Glass Service, Inc. ESTABLISHED 1999 Specializing in Repairs & Replacements • Insurance Approved • Mobile Service Available!

CALL Matt Jones:

(662) 665-0050 (662) 415-9211

203 Highway 72 W. Corinth, MS 38834-1046 Fax: (662) 286-8985

CORE CIVIC

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2019

Impact Change in People.

South Central Correctional Center is hiring the following positions: •

Correctional Officers - Starting Pay: $14.75/hour - Referral Bonus: $1,500 - $100 Monthly Incentive Recreation Coordinator Administrative Clerk

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CoreCivic offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match and competitive pay. CoreCivic is a Drug Free Workplace & EOE - M/F/Vets/Disability.

Apply today at JOBS.CORECIVIC.COM or text INDEPENDENT to 313131 South Central Correctional Center 555 Forrest Ave. Clifton, TN 38425

Career Advancement in Corrections Correctional Officer

Senior Correctional Officer

Assistant Shift Supervisor

Shift Supervisor or Unit Manager

Assistant Chief of Security

Chief of Security/Chief of Unit Management

Assistant Warden

Warden