Vol 121 - 24 Independent Appeal Newspaper October 19 2022

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Kids Rodeo creates All STARS in McNairy County

McNairy County embrac es its cowboy culture in kids rodeo. Over 14 local children won in many cat egories in recent All STAR Ro deo finals held at Tory Creek Ag

Center, Lewisburg, Tennessee.

Southern Tennessee All STAR Rodeo has become a center of learning all things rodeo to prepare youth for big ger, more fierce competitions. The founders built a family at mosphere that priorities and good sportsmanship.

Pumpkin Fest scheduled for October 20

Don't forget to make your way down to the Pumpkin Fest this Thursday. Plan to take in all the splendor of autumn with an after noon full of fun at the Selmer Rockabilly Park on Thursday, October 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

It is the fifth year for the young adult group Revive Our Community (ROC) to host a pumpkin festival under the Farmers Market Pavilion and throughout Rockabilly Park.

“We are so excited to have so many retail and food vendors for our event this year. We are bring ing back all of the family favorites with pumpkin painting, face painting, music, photo booth and games,” said ROC chairman Easton Glover.

“The downtown businesses are staying open late with us so make sure to shop on the main streets and support local businesses while festing.”

Some of the vendors are the TN River Pirates, K&L Tamales, Circle T Grille and many more with savory, sweets and goodies.

The organizers invite you all to come to this event and get supper and a treat or two. The Pumpkin Fest is the place to be for fall in McNairy County. Hope to see you all there.

Southern Tennessee AllStar Rodeo is a youth rodeo organization with events for all ages (1-19), located in south ern Middle Tenn., but open for all to join. President Mitch Rinehart, of Guys, works with other leaders that continue to create an avenue for his chil

dren and others who love the sport. Rodeo is a competitive sport that arose out of the working practices of cattle herding in Spain and Mexi co expanding throughout the Americas and to other nations.

Structural safety of Highway Department building threatens it being condemned

The Highway De partment building which dates back to 55 or 60 years in con struction was inspected in September which may result in a the building being condemned for safety violations.

Commissioner Keith Jernigan, in giving his Building Committee re port, shared that OSHA could possibly condemn the building. Commis sioner Brad Hunt shared his concern for the condi tion of the buildings and was concerned that the most important thing for any department using

large equipment, was a place to repair it safely. He shared his concern that the building had come to this level of dis repair and that in the future the commission needed to better prepare for maintenance to pre vent any other incident going forward. Commis sioner Phillip Holling sworth also shared his concern and the commis sion was discussing if the department had a plan B in the event the building was condemed and had no place to go or repair highway equipment.

Mayor Larry Smith said we are in this position and have to address it and take action to repair

the current condition.

“After the meeting on October 17, I had con cerns about the structur al safety of the building, and whether it should be currently occupied. After reviewing the Local Gov ernment Insurance Pool safety survey, that was conducted on the 21st of September, I felt it was necessary to reach out to Jeremy Scallion who is a structural engineer,” said Smith.

Smith stated in a memo on Oct. 18, that Scallion would be in specting the Highway Department building this week and give an as sessment. “Providing a safe work environment

is paramount to ensure employee safety and re duce liability. I am in total agreement the Highway Department needs a new facility,” said Smith. Due to concerns the County Commission passed a motion to ap prove an assessment by an architect and engi neer on the condition of the building. Smith not ed that any construction over $50,000 requires a registered architect or engineer to design plans and specifications for a building. This takes time and also adds expense as there is no easy fix,” said Smith.

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Vote Experience Over Politics JASON HIVELY

An assessment by the Local Government Insur ance Pool (LGIP) in Sep tember by Bryan Den nis, LGIP Senior Risk Control Representative shared the real possibli ty of liability or property damage that might result from failure to address a known exposure.

Dennis shared, the results of this survey are meant to assist the county in improving or to better understand their workplace safety, building safety, energy efficiency, maintenance priorities, hazard mitiga tion, property conserva tion, and general proper ty knowledge.

Additionally, this knowledge may be re quired for Underwriting purposes for the LGIP to better serve the mem ber. It was noted that the assessment may not reflect all issues present but had been complet ed to the best of LGIP's knowledge and for the portions of the property that had been made ac cessible.

Dennis recommended not storing items on the stairs. He also noted that fire extinguishers were soon to be serviced but recommended storing them in an area not ac cessible to foot traffic.

The surveyor noted

that the MSDS book needed to be updated which gives staff infor mation on how to op erate safely. That the grinder wheels did not meet space require ments form the work rest which should be 1/8 inch. The grinding wheel was damaged and the main tenance shop manager noted that the grinder was not in use. '

Forklift refresher train ing was due on March 4, 2024. Dennis noted cig arette butts in the shop and due to the exposure of flammables recom mended no smoking in the shop.

He noted rust build up on the I beams in the shop. The rust had evolved enough that the steel was flak ing away effecting the strength and integrity of the beams and rec ommended a further in spection by a qualified contractor to ensure the safety and stability of the beams.

Dennis noted that OSHA did not approve the use of PVC for com pressed air supply. PVC can become brittle over time and could crack or shatter under pressure and recommended ap proved plastic materials instead.

A few OSHA violations

were noted that needed to be addressed.

During the year, the county replaced a roof totaling $64,750. The of fice did not employ a reg istered architect or en gineer to design plans, specifications or esti mates on the new roof.

Section 62-2-107, Ten nessee Code Annotated, requires a registered architect or engineer to be employed whenev er construction projects are estimated to exceed $50,000. This deficiency is the result of a lack of management, oversight and failure to follow a state statute, according to the report.

Dennis clarified that the County Highway De partment fell under the same insurance policy as the County.

The fate of the High way Department building is up in the air. Based on these findings, the county will hire the ap propriate architect and engineers to inspect the building and need to prepare a Plan B in the event the building in condemned or insurance compromised.

It is safe to say that based on Dennis's in spection the county will need to assure staff have a safe place to work, no matter the cost.

For ve weeks now, I have been going door to door to speak to as many people as possible.

• I realize that there is no way I am going to be able to see everyone in McNairy County before the election. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free call me at 731-400-2886.

• I promise to do everything I can to keep the McNairy County Clerk’s o ce running as smoothly as it did with Ronnie Price and to make any improvements that are possible. Unfortunately Jennifer Rhodes’s experience was overlooked due to politics.

Put politics aside and vote for Jason Hively. Let my 34 years of experience in dealing with the clerk’s o ce work for you.

Jason

Byrd Locke Volunteer Fire Department completes renovation

The

Byrd Locke Volunteer Fire De partment Staton #42 recently completed one phase of their reno vations. The department and volunteers power washed and painted the outside of the fire station as you will see in the be fore and after shots and what a difference it made.

The department recent ly held a fundraiser to help with the renovations and wants to express their sincere appreciation to all who donated to the cause. The department has plans to bring the 42 back to all her glory and will follow up with some renovations inside making a kitchen service area and

redoing the bathrooms. It may take a little time as they raise the funds for the projects but are well on their way to cre ating a station all can be proud of. Donations can be made to Byrd Locke Volunteer Fire Depart ment c/o 3309 Warren Floyd Road, Selmer, TN 38375.

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Byrd Locke Fire Dept with renovations completed. Byrd Locke Volunteer Fire Department prior to renovations. The McNairy County Board of Education Director of Schools Greg Mills and Board Chairman Ricky Whitaker presented board member Lynn Baker the Cledis Kiser Award in their October meeting.
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Renaissance on Main host 5th Annual Paint the Town

One of the most an ticipated events in Adamsville is coming to downtown.

Renaissance on Main is pleased to announce its 5th Annual Paint the Town Plein Air painting event and sale on Sat urday, October 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in down town Adamsville.

Painters from all over Tennessee, Mississippi and Arkansas, from ev ery walk of life and skill are coming to Adamsville for this one day event.

Stroll the Main Street shops, walk and enjoy our drink truck “Chill Out Concessions,”who will also provide Coffee for your stroll. Enjoy the music of “The Holt Fam ily,” band, watching your favorite artists Paint the Town.

You can also enjoy the Youths “Paint Out,” under the Tent on the Square. The Gallery downtown

which is held at The East Room Event Space on the Main, gives the Com munity an opportunity to see and buy the finished work of some of our more accomplished artists.

Doors open to the pub lic from 12-1:30 p .m. Winners are announced back at the the Gazebo on the Square. During the Judging, which happens from 12-1:30 p.m. All have the op portunity to vote on this years AiM’s “PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD.”

Completed Artwork by our Artists at this time will be up for sale, called the “Wet Paint Sell” at 2:00 p.m.

An artist demonstration will be given by our Inter nationally renowned art ist/Judge Kathy Odom. “I found Kathy's artwork in Leipers Fork Gallery and fell in love. We are so lucky to have such a talented judge this year and are thrilled,” said Robin Lees, founder of the event.

Thanks for your support

When I originally decided to run for the county clerk position, I had no idea the amount of support that would overflow from this community. This past Saturday I was overwhelmed with gratitude. When planning something like the Fish Fry, you have no way to know how the event will go. How ever, I left the park that day feeling energized, excited and supported beyond measure. I am still in awe, with over 500 people showing up, giving me the opportunity to speak to them, let them get to know me better and to talk about why I want this position and my qualifications, I could not have asked for more. This is a Thank You to each person who came out that day, each person who made generous donations to make it possible and to all who helped put it together so it could be successful. I am looking forward to continuing to campaign, meeting more people and to encourage everyone to vote.

I would appreciate your vote..

Vote Ross McNatt

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The leadership works with children in several events during the span of six rodeos held annu ally leading up to the fi nals. Children learn skills in chute dogging, bar rel racing/pole bending, goat tying, team roping, calf roping/flank and tie and a queens contest over six rodeos that span from March to October while spectators, family and friends offer support.

For each child to com pete in the finals they must compete in at least three rodeos, sell $75 in ad sales, sell $75 in raffle tickets and work two rode os. This helps teach each child responsibility and accountability in life when

working toward a goal.

There were 108 kids who qualified for STAR finals. After meeting the criteria by participating in previous rodeos, the fi nals are held in October.

The children accumulate points throughout the season (depending on how well they do in each event) that determine what place they are in for the standings.

After finals are over the contestant with the most points brings home the awards.

Association ranges from ages one to nine teen so there are events for all ages. There are ground events such as stick horse barrels, dum

my roping, unmounted tying events and chute dogging. To mounted events such as barrel racing, pole bending, mounted goat tying and roping events.

Anyone is welcome to join the group and can get information on their Facebook page STAR Rodeo and message the organizers or at allstarro deo.com.

Local sponsors are Stockdales, Packaging Corporation of America and Bradley Gray Insur ance.

Local winners received the following in the STAR Rodeo finals.

McKinley Dean – 9-12 Girls All Around Cowgirl,

Champion Mounted Goat Tying, Reserve Champion Pole Bending, Reserve Champion Barrel Racing and Reserve Champion Unmounted Goat Tying.

Addi Day - 4th 13-15 Girls All Around, 3rd Bar rels and Goat Tying Re serve Champion.

Russ Day – Reserve Champion 9-12 Boys All Around, Reserve Champion Goat Tying, Reserve Champion Calf Roping, Reserve Cham pion Flank & Tie, Re serve Champion Steel Stoping, 4th Chute Dog ging, 3rd Breakaway and 3rd Team Roping.

Houston Dean - 4th Dummy Roping and 6th Flank & Tie.

Molly Brock Dean –2022 Jr. Miss STAR Ro deo.

Fisher Ann Rinehart – 6-8 Girls All Around Champion Cowgirl, 6-8 Unmounted Goat Tying Champion and 6-8 Bar rel Racing Champion.

Halle Pete Rinehart –Placed in the 1-5 Dum my Roping.

Maelyn Drinkard – 1-5 Girls All Around Cham pion, Champion Ribbon Pull, 4th Dummy Roping, Reserve Pole bending and Reserve Barrel rac ing.

Madi Beth Drinkard – Reserve Unmounted Goats, 8th Dummy Roping and 5th Mounted Goats.

Kristen McDonald-

16-19 Girls All Around Champion, Breakaway Roping champion, Pole Bending Champion, Re serve Barrel Racing, 4th Steer Stopping Maddie Rose Lockereserve champion 6-8 mounted goat tying, 5th unmounted goat ty ing, 8th pole bending, 9th barrel racing, 4th all around Drake Locke- 4th 9-12 flank & tie, 4th steer stopping, 6th breakaway roping.

Perhaps next spring you can take a trip to Lewisburg and see the young professionals in action. It promises to show you that hard work and perseverance pays off.

Veterans Day Celebration & Luncheon planned

The McNairy Amer ican Legion Post 162 invites you to their Veterans Day cel ebration. They invite all local veterans to be hon ored on Veterans Day at 10 a.m. on Saturday, No vember 12, 2022 on the McNairy County Court house Lawn.

A parade will immedi ately follow beginning at 11 a.m. Anyone interest ed in being in the parade

can contact Jeff Droke at 731-610-2117 or Post 162 Commander at 731439-1830 for entry appli cations.

The American Legion will also host a lunch to be served at 1 p.m. at the Selmer Community Center. This free lunch will include an auction to benefit the McNairy County American Le gion Post 162, musical performances by Mal

lards of Mayhem, you can meet the McNairy County VA Services Officer Amanda Fish er, VA Officer Patrick Kenndy, meet McNairy County Mayor Lar ry Smith and Town of Selmer Mayor Sherry Inman.

There will also be a tour of the Veterans Cen ter. All veterans, family and friends are invited to attend the event.

Vote Yes on Amendment 1 during early voting to protect the rights of Tennessee Workers

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Oct. 12, 2022 - Early voting begins next week on Wednesday, October 19 in Tennessee and four amendments to Tennes see's Constitution ap pear on the ballot.

Amendment 1, known as ‘right-to-work’ guaran tees that workers cannot be fired or penalized for joining or refusing to join a union.

In right-to-work states like Tennessee, no one can be forced to pay union dues in order to get or keep their job. But in states that don’t pro tect right-to-work, em ployees can be forced to

pay union dues even if they don’t want to be part of the union.

Governor Bill Lee and former Governor Bill Haslam are leading the campaign for Amend ment 1. They shared their support in a video and encouraged voters not to skip the issue on the ballot.

Right-to-work has been the policy of Ten nessee for 75 years and the benefits have been demonstrated in more jobs at higher wages thanks to the state’s fa vorable business envi ronment. Studies show that right-to-work states

have higher real income and employment growth than non-right-to-work states.

Tennesseans are re minded to Vote ‘Yes On 1’ during early voting and on election day. Voting Yes on 1 gives Tennes see’s right-to-work law extra protection in the state constitution, ensur ing that Tennessee work ers are constitutionally guaranteed their right to choose to join a union or not to join.

Let’s protect the rights of Tennessee workers. For more information, please visit TNRight 2Work.com.

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KIDS RODEO ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................From page 1 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2022
Addi Day Madi Beth Drinkard Maddie Rose Locke Sam Griswell All STAR Rodeo finalist russ day Maelyn Drinkard Houston Dean Fisher Ann Rinehart in finals Halle Pete Rinehart Young est All STAR Rodeo finals

Deadline for being a TnAchieves Mentor is fast approaching

Friday, October 21, 2022 is the dead line for applicants to serve as mentors in the TnAchieves program. Mentors are needed to help reverse a 9% decline

in the state's college going rate. The rate has reached a ten year low of 52%.

A person willing to be a mentor can be a strong advocate for students who may be struggling or in need of encourage ment to continue on their education journey. A crit

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Pauline Smith is running for the office of Alderman in Bethel Springs, Tenn.

ical need for the local area is a more educated and skilled workforce.

Increasing the college going rate whether it is attending a community college, technical school or a four year institution is the way to improve workforce development

and the local economy.

McNairy County needs 51 individuals to step up and help prepare stu dents for education after high school. As of Oct.

17 only 25 mentors had signed up. Twenty-six more mentors are need ed to fully staff the pro gram in McNairy County.

The commitment of

just a few hours over the next year could make a significant difference for McNairy County. More information can be found at tnachieves.org. Don't hesitate to help some one take a huge step to improve themselves and their community.

Tennesseans experiences peak life satisfaction at age 41, reveals study

The average Tennesse an experiences peak life satisfaction at age 41, re veals study.

Robert Eugene (Bobby) Ray January 22, 1934October 12, 2022

Robert Eugene Ray (Bobby) was born Janu ary 22, 1934, to Jesse and Mary Wilson Ray in Memphis, Tennes see and died October 12, 2022, surrounded by his children. Bobby was recently preced ed in death by his wife of 64 years, Barbara Hayes Ray. He was a graduate of Humes High School Memphis and was a member and in leadership of the Bricklayers Allied Craft makers local 1-TN for many years.

In addition to being a bricklayer for 40 years, he was the owner/op erator of Covers, etc. franchise in Louisi ana, south Mississip pi, coastal Alabama, and the panhandle of Florida. Bobby served an airplane mechanic in the Marines during the Korean War. He was a jack of many trades and was willing to help family, friends, and his church with all kinds of mechanical or building projects. He played softball and coached his wife’s teams for many years. He loved wood work ing, hunting, fishing, camping, water skiing, and bowling. He was a gifted artist, taught himself to sew, to play the harmonica, and repair circuit boards.

Bobby loved garden ing, trees and watching birds. Bobby loved the Lord, was a member of Unity Baptist Church, and served for many years as a deacon in

the churches he and his wife attended. He especially was proud of his two children, his eight grandchildren, and twenty-one great grandchildren.

Bobby is survived by his son, Rev. Rob Ray, and wife Ann from Houston, Texas; his daughter and caregiv er, Lisa Ray Roten, and her husband Randy from Ramer; his grand children, Christinann Ray Gardner and hus band Shawn; Chris topher Ray and wife Holly; Joshua Ray and wife Kristen; Hunter Ray, Marcus Boehler, and wife Ali; Matt Boe hler and wife Hannah; Mallory Boehler Brad ley and husband Chip, and Meribeth Boehler Carpenter, and hus band Matt. Twenty-one great grandchildren: Kate Gardner, Reece Gardner, Corrie Ann Gardner, and Caleb Gardner; Elias Ray, Judah Ray, Noah Ray, Elianna Ray, Caius Ray, Dalton Boehler, Lilly Boehler, Wesley Boehler, Anniston Boe hler, Allyn Boehler, Ava Boehler, Tripp Bradley, Rhett Bradley, Millie Grace Bradley, Maggie Kate Bradley, Jackson Price, and John Thom as Carpenter.

A visitation was held on Monday, October 17 at Unity Baptist Church, 825 Unity Church Rd., Ramer, Tennessee, from 11:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m. and the Funeral Service to follow at 12:00 p.m.

EVERY FIRST SATURDAY PAN CAKE BREAKFAST SELMER MASONIC LODGE

1st Saturdays 4 The Selmer Masonic Lodge sponsors a Pan cake Breakfast the 1st Saturday of every month form 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 153 S. Fourth Street, (behind the courthouse) to bene fit Autism. Pancakes, Ramer sau sage are served for a donation. Come enjoy and support a great cause.

GOD’S WAY MINISTRIES OF CHARITY GIVEAWAY - EVERYTHING FREE Tuesdays & Thursdays 4 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. & Every 2nd and 4th Sat

Three in four stated that they would choose love over wealth, if given the choice between the two. 52% of respondents stat ed that the pandemic increased satisfaction with life.

Are we ever truly satisfied in life? Judging by the way many of us go about it, you might have a hard time believing that to be true. We are continuous ly searching for more – more money, a better job, the ideal partner, the perfect house, a new wardrobe, vacations…But the truth is, we can actually find satisfaction in life, and it hap pens to peak at different times for different people. So, when do people find satisfaction?

Mixbook, a technology plat form that powers storytelling with photo books, took a deep er look to understand better

Three in four stated that they would choose love over wealth, if given the choice between the two.

52% of respondents stated that the pandemic increased satisfaction with life.

when the average American believed they had attained peak life satisfaction - happi ness with the trajectory of their lives, jobs, friends, family, and relationships.

They surveyed 3,442 re spondents aged 65 and over, discovering that the average Tennessean finds their peak life satisfaction at the age of 41. This is compared to a na tional average of age 44. Tra ditionally, by that time, many have a family, an established career, a stable home, and hopefully, a decent income which they can spend on little luxuries such as vacations, a car, dining out, etc.

The survey did reveal that there were some interesting variations between states. Lucky Marylanders reached this point at the relatively young age of 37 (though that does seem to suggest that it’s a bit downhill from there...). And comparatively, Vermont ers seem to wait a bit longer to feel content with their lot - on average, that isn’t until they reach 63. Worth the wait though, hopefully!

National Forest Products week is Oct. 16-22

The U.S. Congress has recognized the importance of the forest products industry since 1960. That year Congress set aside the third week of October to reflect on the importance of the value of forests, the importance of good land stewardship and responsible and sustain able management of for est lands.

The Tennessee De partment of Agriculture along with the Tennessee Forestry Association cel ebrates all week as well. 83% of Tennessee forest land is privately owned. The importance of a strong forest products market is crucial for land owners who want to keep their forests as forests.

According to the Ten nessee Department of Agriculture up to sev en percent of McNairy County's economic ac tivity is traceable to the forest products indus try. Forestry contributes

$4.5 billion directly to Tennessee's economy. This number grows to a $21.7 billion total impact or 2.9% of Tennessee's total economy.

The Tennessee For estry Association is a notable voice for the pro tection and promotion of the state's timber indus

try. The group works with state and local officials to ensure that their is un derstanding and support for the industry.

McNairy County is

home to an active and diverse pool of landown ers who make up the McNairy County Forestry Landowners Association. The group typically meets twice per year and has re ceived statewide recog nition for their promotion of the forest resources of McNairy County.

Events and Happenings

urdays of each month 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Clothes, dishes, home decor, toys. 1111 Peach Street, Selmer, TN 38375.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 162 PLANS VETERANS DAY EVENT

November 12 4 All local veterans to be honored on Veterans Day at 10 a.m. on Selmer courthouse lawn followed by a parade at 11 a.m. A free lunch served at 1 p.m. at the Selmer Community Center with a live auction, musical perfor mances, mobile Veterans Center. All veterans family and friends in vited to attend.

PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

October 204 ROC McNairy will host a Pumkin Festival on Thursday, October 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Selmer Farmer’a Market featur ing fun for all ages. Food vendors, music, games, face painting, pump kin painting and more!

UNION GROVE METHODIST CHURCH

October 224 The Union Grove Methodist Church will host at Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 85 Pleasant Site Rd., Selmer. Free candy, chili and hotdogs. Dress up and take a stroll through the Haunted Trail.

October 224 It’s Back. The Mt. Vinson Reunion will be held Octo ber 22, 2022. It will start at 11:00 a.m. A group picture will be taken. A potluck meal will be at noon. Bring your own favorite recipe and visit with people you haven’t seen since the pandemic.

LEBANON CHURCH FALL HARVEST PICNIC

October 22 4 The Lebanon Church will host a Fall Harvest Picnic on October 22 at 12 p.m. at 250 Chambers Store Road, Michie, Tenn. Everyone is invit ed to come and enjoy great food, pumpkin decorating and bouncy house for kids.

SELMER FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TRUNK OR TREAT

October 304 The Selmer United Methodist Church will host a Trunk or Treat on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at 1122 Cherry Ave., Selmer. Games, food, candy and haunted house. All are invited to attend.

HALLOWEEN STREET PARTY

October 314 The Independent Ap peal & City of Selmer will host the 11th Annual Halloween Street Par ty Downtown Selmer on Monday, October 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Costume Contest at 7:30 p.m. En tertainment by Andy Avery, games, food and lots of candy.

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Mary Sue Harbin November 6, 1961October 15, 2022

James

Autry Mar tin was born Feb ruary 28, 1942 in Leapwood, Tennes see, the son of the late Theodore Woodrow (Ted) and Ruth Wheat ley Martin. He was united in marriage to Jean Willis on November 21, 1963.

James was a 1960 graduate of Selmer High School, where he played football. He at tended U. T. Martin but had to leave school be fore graduation due to family hardship. James never gave up on his desire to complete his degree and eventually graduated from Tuscu lum College at the age of 44. His first real job was at age 13, when he began driving a fer tilizer truck for McNairy Farmer's Co-Op, which was managed by his father at the time.

James began working at Tennessee River Pulp & Paper in 1963. While working for the Mill in Counce he also measured cotton for McNairy County with Lester Cox and sold real estate for Wayne Bolton and his father Ted Martin. James also worked for the Selmer Utility Department and performed surveys and inspections all over West Tennessee for Barge, Wagoner, Sumner, & Cannon En gineering Company in Memphis. After leaving the Mill in 1977 James opened his own busi ness, Selmer Survey ing Company, which became Martin Land Surveying in 1999.

James began survey ing using traditional tools that would have been used by ear ly surveyors such as George Washington, including a peep sight compass, Jacobs staff, and Gunter's chain. In later years he operated a rental business un der the name of Martin Properties.

James was commu nity-minded and a ser vant leader who never sought recognition for his accomplishments. He worked with Gary Kerby to construct the soccer field at the

Selmer City Park and coached many local youths in baseball and football. James served on the Pickwick Elec tric Board of Directors for many years. He was strong in his faith in Jesus Christ and throughout his adult life he worshipped at Court Avenue Cum berland Presbyteri an Church, Selmer First United Methodist Church, and Fourth Street Church of Christ. He valued and cherished the connec tions and friendships made in all the congre gations and how each church and its mem bers helped him grow in his faith and love of Jesus. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camp ing, woodworking, and traveling. James loved nature, spending time outdoors, and music. He was also an avid Civil War historian and enjoyed giving tours of the Shiloh battlefield.

James departed this life on October 12, 2022 in Tupelo, Mis sissippi at the age of 80 Years, 7 Months, 14 Days. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jean (Willis) Martin of Selmer, Tenn.; two sons, Mike Martin and wife Melinda of Ram er, Tenn. and Jason Martin and wife Jen nifer of Tupelo, Miss.; a grandchild, Hannah (Martin) Settlemires and husband Deven of Bethel Springs, Tenn.; a sister, Patsy Brag well of Alabama; and many extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by an infant brother, Joe Glen Martin.

Services were held on October 15, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Shackel ford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, with Jolinne Downey officiating. Burial fol lowed in the Oak Hill Cemetery at Selmer, Tennessee.

In lieu of flowers do nations may be made to Jesus Cares at www.jesuscaresmc nairy.org

Card of Thanks

The family of Billy Joe Wagoner would like to thank everyone for all the cards, food, text messages and especially for all your thoughts and prayers. To Hospice for all of your help and care. We want to thank everyone at Shackelford Funeral Directors and especially Mike Smith who helped us and made the streaming possible. It meant so much to all of us.

Thank you and may God bless each of you.

Joyce & Caleb Wagoner Kim & Mike Kiestler & family

Amy Martin & family Benjie Wagoner & family

JamesE. (Jim) Wood was born September 19, 1930 in Henderson County, Tennessee, the son of the late El mer Vinson and Annie Adams Wood.

He was united in marriage to Norma Jean Robinson on May 18, 1952. Mrs. Wood preceded him in death on August 4, 2017, following 65 years of marriage.

Mr. Wood gradu ated from Lexington High School, where he played football for the Tigers. He served in the United States Army from 1949 until 1952 and was awarded nu merous commenda tions for his service in Korea. Mr. Wood was employed as a shift foreman for Packaging Corporation of Amer ica in Counce, Tenn., retiring after 33 years of service. After his retirement he worked in maintenance for the Shiloh Golf Course in Adamsville and in the Sporting Goods De partment of Walmart in Savannah. Bird and deer hunting, and veg etable gardening were among his favorite ac tivities. Mr. Wood was a faithful member of the Adamsville church of Christ, where he served on the Building Committee and was appointed as one of

the original Elders by the congregation.

Mr. Wood departed this life on October 9, 2022 in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 92 Years, 20 Days.

He is survived by three sons: Steven M. Wood and wife Caro lyn of Saltillo, Tenn., Randy Wood and wife Christa of Noblesville, Ind., and Terry Wood of Adamsville, Tenn.; nine grandchildren: Jamey Wood, Matt Wood and wife Susan, Erica DeLaVergne and husband Luke, Morgan Myers and husband William, Randall Wood, Robin Wood, Cath erine Grasham and husband Kyle, Caro line Sils and husband Drew, and Darren Bart; 7 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Wood was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Jerry Wood.

Services were held on October 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Adams ville Church of Christ in Adamsville, Tennes see, with Van Vansandt and Danny Eubanks officiating. Burial fol lowed in the Oak Grove Cemetery at Lexington, Tennessee.

Memorials may be made to the Adams ville church of Christ.

Rebecca Fay Wil liams was born June 26, 1964 in Selmer, Tennessee. She departed this life on October 13, 2022 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 58 Years, 3 Months, 17 Days.

Rebecca was unit ed in marriage to Alan Williams on April 22, 1983. She was a mem ber of the Forty Forks Baptist Church in Beth el Springs, Tenn. Re becca's grandchildren were her world. She enjoyed every minute with them and her fam ily.

Mrs. Williams is survived by her hus band, Alan Williams of Selmer, Tenn.; a son, Joseph Lloyd Williams and wife Carrie of Selmer, Tenn.; a daugh ter, Jessica Edmonds of Sommerville, Tenn.; parents, Lloyd and

Brenda Chapman Wat kins of Selmer, Tenn.; two brothers, Gerald Elam and wife Mary of Adamsville, Tenn., Andy Watkins and wife Becca of Adamsville, Tenn.; six grandchil dren: Emma, Glen, Amellie, and Bryson Williams, WesLee and Colton Edmonds; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Williams is pre ceded in death by two sisters, Wanda Jarrett and Sandra Brasher; a brother, Steven Elam.

Services were held on October 18, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Shackel ford Funeral Directors in Selmer, Tennessee, Randy Smith officiat ed. Burial followed in the Mars Hill Cemetery at Adamsville, Tennes see.

Mary

Sue Harbin was born No vember 6, 1961 in Selmer, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Samuel Estel Howell and Louise Lowrance Howell Yarbrough.

Mary Sue worked as a waitress and a ca shier. She was also for merly employed in the garment industry, work ing for various shoe and shirt manufacturers. Her favorite activity was performing genealogi cal research and restor ing old pictures.

Mary Sue departed this life on October 15, 2022 in Selmer, Ten nessee at the age of 60 Years, 11 Months, 9 Days. She is sur vived by her husband Michael Harbin of Selmer, Tenn.; two

sons, James Borden and Michael Borden; a stepson Jason Harbin and wife Tammy; three grandchildren: Faith Harbin, Felicia Harbin, and Tyler Harbin; two sisters, Sheila Dillon and Penny Howell; four brothers: Billy Yar brough and wife Melis sa, Bobby Yarbrough and wife Christie, Steve Yarbrough and wife Geneva, and Jeff Yarbrough and wife Sue; and many extend ed family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Mary Sue was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Yar brough; two sisters, Glenda Yarbrough and Teressa Howell; and a stepson, Chris Harbin.

A private family ser vice was held.

William Fredrick (Bill) Williams was born September 18, 1940 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of the late Arthur and Dora Brandt Wil liams.

He was united in mar riage to Bonnie Burk on October 22, 1960. To this union three chil dren were born. Bonnie preceded him in death on October 5, 1996, following 36 years of marriage. Bill was unit ed in marriage to Marci Goward on September 11, 2004.

Bill was employed as a Sheriff's Depu ty for the Shiawassee County, Mich., Sheriff's Department, retiring as a Sergeant after 25 years of service. He served his country honorably as a Yeo man Third Class in the United States Navy from 1959 to 1963. Bill enjoyed taking motor cycle trips with his first wife Bonnie, and liked to work on old cars, participating in street/ stock racing events in the 1970's and 80's.

When his children were young Bill enjoyed tak ing the family on camp ing trips. In 1997, as a tribute to his first wife Bonnie, Bill flew to Alaska and rode a bi cycle all the way back to Michigan to raise funds for Hospice of Shiawassee County. Hunting, fishing, being outdoors, traveling, and watching college football were among Bill's favorite activities. He was a faithful mem ber of Adamsville First Baptist Church and was formerly a member of the Free & Accepted Masons and the Fra ternal Order of Police, Shiawassee Coun ty Chapter. In recent years Bill had learned the art of woodcarving and was very proficient at carving ducks. More than anything, Bill

loved the Lord and his family with all his heart. He never met a strang er and loved getting to know people and their life stories.

Bill departed this life on October 12, 2022 in Adamsville, Tennes see, at the age of 82 Years, 24 Days. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Marci (Goward) Williams of Adamsville, Tenn.; two daughters, Kelly Wil liams and companion Lori VanMarlen of Or lando, Fla., and Jamie DeCaria and husband Ed of Chicago, Ill.; four sons: Curtis Williams and wife Alisa of Clio, Mich., Adam Williams and wife Tammy of Clemmons, N.C., Josh ua Harrington of Green Mt. Falls, Colo., and Patrick Harrington of Des Moines, Iowa; ten grandchildren: Drew Williams and wife Sa mantha, Shaun Wil liams, Jordan Williams and wife Cailin, Rae gan Williams, Reese Williams, River DeCar ia, Lucia DeCaria, Yo vani DeCaria, Landon Harrington, and Si las Harrington; two great-grandchildren, Mason Williams and Aubree Williams; and many extended family and friends.

In addition to his par ents and first wife, Bill was preceded in death by four siblings: Bet ty, Helen, Delbert, and Don.

Services were held on October 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Adamsville First Baptist Church with Dr. Phil Mitchell, Greg Brasher, and Dr. Chad Ball officiating. Burial will follow in the West Haven Cemetery at New Haven Town ship, Mich.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Ad amsville First Baptist Church, or West Ten nessee Hospice.

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James E. (Jim) Wood September 19, 1930October 9, 2022 Rebecca Fay Williams June 26, 1964 October 18, 2022
William Fredrick (Bill) Williams September 18, 1940October 12, 2022
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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

STATE OF TENNESSEE, MCNAIRY COUNTY

WHEREAS, Alvin Clem ens executed a Deed of Trust to Regions Bank d/b/a Regions Mortgage, Lender and Susan Voss, Trustee(s), which was dat ed March 12, 2018, and re corded on March 13, 2018, in Book 426, at Page 54 in McNairy County, Tennes see Register of Deeds.

WHEREAS, default hav ing been made in the payment of the debt(s) and obligation(s) there by secured by the said Deed of Trust and the current holder of said Deed of Trust, Regions Bank DBA Regions Mort gage, (the “Holder”), ap pointed the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, as Substitute Trustee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and

NOW, THEREFORE, no tice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provid

ed in said Deed of Trust by the Holder, and that as agent for the under signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trust ee, by virtue of the power and authority vested in it, will on December 7, 2022, at 02:00 PM at the usual and customary location at the McNairy Coun ty Courthouse, Selmer, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following de scribed property situated in McNairy County, Ten nessee, to wit:

COMMENCING at the intersection of U.S. High way 45 with Buena Vista Road in Bethel Springs, Tennessee; then west erly with said Road 1.4 mile to an iron pin set on the South right-ofway (25.0 feet from the center) of said Road in the prolongation of a fence line for the point of beginning; then to and with the fence South 02 degrees 52 minutes 21 seconds East 225.96 feet to a fence corner; then continue with the fence South 74 degrees 29 minutes 21 seconds West 112.88 feet; South 78 degrees 03 minutes

GENERAL LABORER, STREET DEPARTMENT

The Town of Selmer is now accepting Applications for Employment with the Street & Sanitation Department.

This opening is a general labor job. Ability to apply for Class B CDL Ten nessee driver's license is required.

Applications may be picked up at the Street & Sanitation office located at 1403 Circle Hill Drive between the hours of 8AM and 3PM. Applications must be turned in at the Street & Sanita tion office by 3PM Friday, October 21, 2022.

~The Town of Selmer is an equal opportunity provider and employer~

31 seconds West 39.50 feet to the intersection with a chain link fence; then with the chain link fence North 19 degrees 15 minutes 25 seconds West 210.64 feet to an iron pin set in said R/W; and then with said R/W North 76 degrees 17 minutes 09 seconds East 90.41 feet; and North 69 degrees 36 minutes 38 seconds East 125.58 feet back to the P.O.B., containing 0.901 acres, more or less. All bearings noted are magnetic bear ings as observed by Hen drix Surveying Co. during a June 1986 survey.

Alvin Clemens obtained title to the foregoing real property by Warranty Deed of Alton E. Horne and wife, Rebecca M. Horne, dated March 12, 2018 of record in Deed Book 245, Page 657, Register's Office of Mc Nairy County, Tennessee.

The foregoing real prop erty is subject to a utility easement to the Town of Bethel Springs, Tennes see as more particularly described in easement dated March 19, 2001, of record in Deed Book 183, Page 706, Regis

ter's Office of McNairy County, Tennessee, and reference is here made to said Deed Book and Page Number where re corded for a more com plete description of said easement, and the same is incorporated herein by reference thereto as fully and completely as if cop ied in full herein.

This conveyance is sub ject to all restrictions, easements, setback lines and encumbrances of record in the Regis ter's Office of McNairy County, Tennessee.

Parcel ID Number: 061 040.00

Address/Description: 2892 Buena Vista Road, Bethel Springs, TN 38315

Current Owner(s): Alvin Clemens Other Interested Par ty(ies): Discover Bank

The sale of the property described above shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any and all liens against said property for unpaid property tax es; any restrictive cov enants, easements or

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set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; a deed of trust; and any matter than an accurate survey of the premises might disclose; and

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

This office is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Brock & Scott, PLLC, Substitute Trustee c/o Tennessee Foreclo sure Department 4360 Chamblee Dun woody Road, Suite 310 Atlanta, GA 30341 PH: 404-789-2661 FX:

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Job Opening Laborer

Pickwick Electric Cooperative has an opening for a Laborer. This posi tion requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Tennessee driver’s license.

This position requires manual dexterity and visual acuity, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and frequently move/lift between 75 and 100 pounds.

Must reside or be willing to relocate within the Cooperative’s service terri tory.

Applications will be taken from October 17, 2022 thru October 28, 2022.

All qualified candidates must apply in person Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the following loca tion:

Pickwick Electric Cooperative 672 Highway 142 Selmer, TN 38375

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Ramer Days by the Ramer Ruritan held their Alumni Fall Festival on October 15 on the grounds of the Ramer Civic Center. This is the first time the Ruritan has been able to host an event due to the COVID-19 pan demic. They did not have the

crowd they hoped for and rain was setting in around noon, but the organizers are hopeful that this small town in Tennessee will host a wonderful event next year to mimic times of day past where crowds mingle and wonder in a great afternoon in Ramer, Tennessee. See you next year.

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Shots of District Play Adamsville High School

Father and Son share outstanding honor to retire AHS Jerseys

For only the second time in Adamsville High School history, Coach Josh Carroll retired his jer sey. This is an honor only one bestowed on his father Sambo Carroll and now the two share the honor.

Josh Carroll, is a 2010 graduate of Adamsville High School and will now join his dad on the field house wall as his jersey number 35. as presented by the Adamsville High School Athletics during a special half time presenta tion.

AHS is very proud of Coach Carroll and to honor him in this way for his ac complishments as an ath lete and grateful to have him on their staff and coaching staff. It was a proud moment for the two men and one that deserves great respect.

Adamsville Lady Cardinals beat Loretta in Semifinals

October 11 Adams ville High School Lady Cardinals hosted the District 11 A Soccer Tournament on their home field. That night the Lady Cardi nals faced Loretto High School Lady Lions. Also on this night the Lady Cardinals recognized their seniors before the game.

The Lady Cardinals were able to out play the Lady Lions giving them

the win. Lady Cardinals 3 Lady Lions 1. Lady Cardinals record 9-3-1 (7-0).

Kayla Mast got 2 goals, Kyra Reid-Osban 1 goal and Jamison Gra ham assist.

This moved the Lady Cardinals up to play Thursday night, October 13, against the Scotts Hill Lions, on the Lady Cardinals home field for the District Champion ship.

Cardinal Cross Country Team Champions in Spartan Invitational

Lady Bobcats Wins 13 A/AA Tournament

With joy in the girls heart, they are proud to earn this against Lexington Lady Tigers.

Fans were on their feet clapping cheering as the clock ran out, giv ing the Lady Bobcats the win. The semifinal game was played on the Chester County field.

Both teams played a good game of defense. Keeping each team from making a goal. It was 22 minutes into the first half before a goal was made. Fi nally Kyndal Adams sneaked one by the Lady Tiger goalie, with the assistance of Hol land Johnson. Eight minutes later the Lady Tigers accomplished a goal by a penalty kick. End of first half 1-1.

For a second year in a row the Car dinal Cross Coun try team celebrated as Team Champions for the Spartan Invitational this past Thursday at Blue Mountain. The fans and family are so proud of this team. They have had

to give up a lot of their free time to work hard to get to this point. Last year, the Cardinals won only one meet before Sectionals. This yearthey’ve won three so the next focus is there meet in the Sectionals.

Sectional Meet is at

Westview High School in Martin, Tenn. on Tues day, Oct. 25. Girls’ Race is at 4:30 with the guys running immediately af ter. Top four teams qual ify for the State Meet; top five displaced indi viduals. Fly high Cardi nals.

This defensive battle continue on into the sec ond half. Then Alli Aus tin got a corner kick with 18:54 minutes to go. The players from each team gather around the goal. Some to keep the ball from going in and some to help it along.

Jossalyn Forsythe saw her opportunity to tap it in the rest of the way into the goal. Bringing the Lady Bobcats to 2 Lady Tigers 1. Ellie Hall had 5 saves, 3 stops, Anna Clay ton 19 stops, Holland Johnson 7 steals and 1 assist, Jossalyn 3 SOG and 1 goal. Lady Bobcats total Steals:17, Stops 73, Saves 5, SOG 6. Lady Bobcats Records 13-3.

The Lady Bobcats will travel to Chester Coun ty Thursday, October 13, night to play against the Chester County Lady Eagles for the Championship.

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Semifinal

SP RTS

Lady Cardinals Soccer Team District 11 A District Champions

It was a big night for Ad amsville High School Soccer as the Lady Car dinals claimed a district title.

Adamsville Lady Car dinals were challenged 10-13-22, for the District 11 A Championship with the Scotts Hill Lions. The Lady Cardinals have meet this challenge five times before. Thursday night they were pleased to claim their sixth straight District 11 A Championship win.

Adamsville Lady Cardinal 1 Scotts Hill Lady Lions 0. Lady Cardinals record 114-1 (8-0)

Lady Cardinals play for Regional Semifinals on Tuesday at their home field against Huntington Lady Fillies at 6 p.m.

District Team

(Regular Season)

Brooke Wenzel, Jami son Graham, Madison Wilson, Kyla Sanders.

District MVP – Kayla Mast.

District

All Tournament Team Jamison Graham, Kyla Sanders and Tourna ment MVP – Kayla Mast.

Adamsville Cardinal suffer a tough loss to the Riverside Panthers

Friday night the Adamsville Cardinals faced the Riv erside Panthers on the road. This was a conference

game which led to a Panther victory.

The Cardinals were able to put 21 points on the board, however

Rough

McNairy Central Bobcats travel to South Side High School Friday night, Oc tober 14, to play against the Hawks. Bobcats fans filled the stands, Cheer leaders encouraged the players. It proved to be a tough night for the Bob cats.

Pushing hard in the first half the Bobcats were held with no score at halftime and the Hawks getting their last touchdown for the

for the Bobcats at

night just before the buzzard. Bobcats 0 Hawks 41.

Coming into the sec ond half the clock was running as the Bobcats struggle to get onto the board. Jackson Overton threw a pass to Brodie Buck for a touchdown for the Bob cats and Aiden Boyette completed the extra point. Final score Bob cats 7 Hawks 41.

Stats: Jackson Overton had 10 out of 19 passing

for 58 yards with a com bined rushing of 77 yards with Hunter Rutledge 38, Jackson Overton 22 and Mitchell Tucker 17 yards. Receiving yards was lead by Case Stone

with 31 yards. Team had a combined 58 yards re ceiving. Kendall Kiestler lead with 6.5 tackles, 5 solo and 3 assist. Logan Kiestler had 4 and also 4 for Brodie Buck.

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the Panthers Ethan Quinn was 15-for-20 passing for 267 yards and a touchdown in a 47-21 win over Adamsville.
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Going into the 13 A/AA Tournament the Lady Bobcats record was 11-3. Six teams were compet ing for the Championship Title. Gradually, game by game the Lady Bobcats cleared each section. Then Thursday night Coach Lott lead his girls to the win. This was the second time in his career as Soccer Coach for the Lady Bobcats, he had brought them so far.

Starting off the game, Octo ber 13, 2022, they knew the win of this game was going to depend upon the defen sive players of the team. And they all raised up to the chal lenge by not letting Chester County Lady Eagles get a score through out the whole game. With 8 minutes left to go in the first half, Jossalyn Forsythe got a free kick about forty yards from the goal. It goes off the Chester County goalie hands and slid into the net. Lady Bobcats 1 Chester County Lady Eagle 0. With the second half upon them the defensive players had to ramp up their game. Lady

Eagles wanted the win, so they played harder. This spurred the Lady Bobcats to rise up their game. It was tough, the game got harder. But the Lady Bob cats meet the challenge with 82 stops and 20 steals. With

each second of the clock tick ling down the Lady Bobcats could see the win getting clos er. Finally the buzzard sound ed. The players rejoiced. The fans went wild. Lady Bobcats 1 Lady Eagles 0. Lady Bobcats

record 14-3.

Top defenders players were: Goalie Ellie Hall with 9 saves and 10 stops, Anna Clayton 18 stops and 1 steal, Gracie Ren fro with 14 stops and 1 steal, Biana Davis 13 stops, 1 steal,

Caylee Stepp 3 stops and 4 steals, Kyndal Adams 2 SO G and 3 steals.

The Lady Bobcats play at home October 18, against South Gibson Hornets, for the Regional Semi-Final, at 5 p.m.

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