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County mayor vetoes waterline extension Commission set to revisit member reduction at its March 16 meeting

By Jan Runions jan.runions@claiborneprogress.net

It looks as though Claiborne county mayor Joe Brooks has followed through on what some predicted would happen with the waterline extension resolution, as amended. The mayor has rubber stamped ‘Vetoed’ on the document.

Last month, Brooks spent a chunk of time attempting to persuade the Claiborne Commission to hold off adopting

the resolution until it met with the local utility districts, as planned. The idea was to ferret out all areas where installing waterlines would be most feasible before approving a specific amount of money for a capital outlay note.

“What’s not in the resolution is how you’re going to pay for it.

Granted, it is coming through debt service but, in that debt service fund, you’re allocating 3 pennies of property tax to pay for that. If the penny stays

where it’s at for the current year, you’re looking at $50,000 - $53,000 a penny. So, we’re (guessing) it will take you almost 4 years to pay this $500,000 loan off,” said Brooks, during the February meeting. “If you take that number up to $1 million, to get other dead spots in the county, you’ll have to reapportion more pennies to that debt service fund to be able to make that capital outlay note.”

He reminded the commissioners that to do so could very well

impact property taxes.

Commissioners Steve Brogan and Whitt Shuford made motions to table the issue during its long discussion period. In the end, the commission voted 16 to 5 to move forward with the caveat that the board meet with the utility companies in a fact-finding expedition.

Those voting against the amended resolution were commissioners Shuford, Charlton Vass, Nathan Epperson, Zach Mullins and Anthony Rowe.

Also on the agenda for the March 16 meeting is the controversial resolution to reduce the number of commissioners. The document was tabled during the February meeting via a move that would rival a gymnast in its complexity.

The commission sweated through an extended period of time, during which a couple of failed amendments were brought forward for consideration.

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TRUMP V. BIDEN: THE RACE IS ON

Claiborne voters hit the polls

Judy’s Flowers & Gifts gather donations for Cookeville tornado victims

By Jan Runions jan.runions@claiborneprogress.net

The Tennessee Presidential Preference Primary is over, and it appears there are clear winners in both the Republican and Democratic camps.

The unofficial results show that incumbent Donald J. Trump was the clear leader in the eyes of the registered voting Republicans. Trump slammed his opponents Jim Walsh and Bill Weld at the polls, taking 96.48 percent of the state and 98.48 percent of the Claiborne county Republican votes.

Democrat hopeful Joseph R. Biden handily beat out his stiffest competition when he upset the Bernie Sanders and Michael R. Bloomberg apple carts. Biden took a respectable lead early on, gaining votes along the way to snag the top spot with 41.74 percent of the state and 42.90 percent of the county democratic votes.

When all was said and done, the unofficial county results show that 444 registered and voting democrats chose Biden over Sanders, who scored 272 votes. Bloomberg fell to third place, trailing behind with 166 county votes.

Claiborne county voters overwhelmingly went with Trump, securing 2,002 Republican votes for the incumbent, while Walsh and Weld captured a less than sparkling 13 and 9 votes, respectively.

The two Republican competitors fared about the same statewide, garnering just 1.05 percent and .98 percent, respectively.

The unofficial county Democratic ticket results show a clear margin for the 3 top runners compared to the rest.

Elizabeth Warren grabbed 67 votes, making her fourth in line, followed by the remainder of the slate of hopefuls.

Amy Klobuchar garnered 35 votes to 24 votes for Pete Buttigieg. All the remaining nine Democratic candidates pulled county totals in the single digits – two of whom received just one vote each.

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By Allen Earl allen.earl@claiborneprogress. net

Employees at Judy’s Flowers & Gifts felt a strong need to help out the Cookeville tornado victims and Denise Gibson spearheaded a campaign to send help their way. Very quickly, Gibson had obtained a semi-trailer through England’s Furniture and asked the community to help fill it up

with donations starting, March 5. Residents and businesses from all over brought donations in and the truck started filling up with non-perishable food, waters, diapers, work tools, gloves and more. Judy and her workers would like to take a moment to thank everyone for their outpouring of kindness.

The truck was scheduled to leave, March 7.

Pittman submits quarterly report

By Jan Runions jan.runions@claiborneprogress.net

By the end of this month, an estimated $506,787 in net wheel tax revenues will have been handed to the Claiborne Road Department during the first 3 quarters of Fiscal Year 2019-20.

By county mandate, those funds must be divided only in three ways – 60 percent going to tar/chip and 40 percent to asphalt roadways. The road department is also allocated

$200,000 each year for equipment. Any portion of that amount not used for equipment will be earmarked for additional asphalt or tar/chip roadwork.

Ronnie Pittman, superintendent of the Claiborne Road Department, has submitted his third quarter report. The document shows that some $105,087 in wheel tax revenues has been used to cover lease agreements and other costs for mowers, a dump truck and two graders.

For instance, there is a cost of $46,560

going to a buy-out lease on one Caterpillar grader. Lease payments running from July to January on a second grader cost the department $20,117.23.

As for road repairs, Pittman and his crew was able to work a total 20.5 miles of roadway using tar/chip at a cost of $310,097.01 in wheel tax revenues. It costs the department $15,125.68 per mile to repair roadways with this method.

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MEDIC Regional needs blood amid Coronavirus worries

By Staff Report As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread in the United States, the AABB Interorganizational Task Force on Domestic Disasters and Acts of Terrorism is urging individuals to donate blood to ensure the continued adequacy of the blood supply.

M E D I C Re g i o n a l B l o o d Center wants to remind donors that it is imperative that healthy individuals donate to minimize disruptions to the blood supply and ensure blood is available

for patients. If the outbreak of coronavirus expands, additional challenges may arise which could potentially reduce the number of eligible donors and disrupt collection events.

Since it is the blood already on the shelves that saves lives, maintaining a sufficient blood supply is essential to ensure patients in need receive optimal treatment.

MEDIC is currently critically low on O Positive and O Negative blood types. The critical level means that there is less than a two-day supply of those blood

types on the shelves. Additionally, MEDIC has a low supply of A Positive, B Positive and B Negative blood types.

“We are currently at a critical level for two blood types and others that are very close to the critical level,” said Kristy Altman, director of Communications and Donor Engagement.

“We need donors to make appointments or stop by one of our four donor centers and give as soon as they can.”

MEDIC Regional Blood Center has four locations including downtown Knoxville/Ailor

Avenue, Farragut/Kingston Pike and Crossville and Athens. In addition, MEDIC offers multiple opportunities within a 22-county region every day to donate via a mobile bus. Appointments are available and donors can visit www.medicblood.org and click on the Donate tab.

MEDIC wants to remind donors and community members that the blood on the shelves today is the blood used in disaster, trauma and surgery events.

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OBITUARIES/WEATHER

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MRS. LILLIAN CLEO LOY Mrs. Lillian Cleo Loy age 85 of Speedwell, TN was born July 21, 1934 and passed away March 2, 2020 at her home. Lillian was a member of Pump Hollow Missionary Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Green Loy, Jr.; father & mother John and Sophia West; son, Larry Loy, daughter, Margaret Loy rose; son-in-law, Virgil Claiborne.

She is survived by her Son: Vergil Loy ; Daughter: Linda Claiborne both of Speedwell, TN; Grandsons: Matthew (Shonda) Rose, Michael Claiborne and Justin Claiborne Great Grandchildren: Hunter, Devon, Melayne and Levi; Brother: Earl West; Sister: Norma Kulpa; Son-in-law: Marvin Rose.

And a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday at Coffey Funeral Home in Harrogate with funeral service to follow at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday

night in the Coffey Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service will be 1:00 P.M Thursday in the Green Loy Cemetery.

Ministers: Rev. Kenneth Brummitt and Rev. Dwane Byrd; Music: Pump Hollow Church Choir and Joe Gibson; Pallbearers: Matthew Rose, Michael Claiborne, Justin Claiborne, Dave Wagner, Dewayne Napier and Ricky McMurrray.

Cof fey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

BOYD JUNIOR MANNING Boyd Junior Manning, age 73, of Tazewell TN, was born April 29, 1946 and departed this life Sunday February 23, 2020. He was saved at the age of 12 and was a member of Grissom Island Missionary Baptist Church until death. Junior was preceded in death by his parents Wylie and Elora Helton Manning, brothers Ben Manning, Joe Manning, and Bill Manning. He is survived by his wife and companion of 50 years Marie Manning. Stepdaughter and son-in-law Ricky and Michael MacAleese of Tampa FL. Granddaughter Brittany Seal of Tampa FL. Great grandson Maddox Seal of Tampa

FL. Sister Nancy Smith Singleton and brother-in-law Fred Singleton of Springboro OH. As well as a host of other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends Wednesday February 26th from 5 until 7 PM at Coffey Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Thursday February 27th at 2 PM in the Coffey Funeral Home chapel. The graveside service will follow in the Manning Cemetery.

Officiating: Rev. Steve Johnson Obituary: Rev. Jamie Vaughn Singers: The Reed Family Pallbearers: Kenny Manning, Larry Johnson, Junior M c M u r r y, Ke n ny H a r ve y, Treavor Harvey, and Mark Hensley

Gunn, and brother Kenneth Wayne Epperson. He is survived by his wife Gail Epperson.

Grandson Bradley Epperson.

Granddaughter Brittany Daniels and husband Jacob. As well as a host of other family and friends.

The family will receive friends Thursday February 20th from 5 until 7 PM at Coffey Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7 PM in the Coffey Funeral Home chapel. The graveside service will be Friday February 21st at 11 AM in the Mountain View Cemetery in Harrogate.

Minister: Rev. Ronald Atkins Pallbearers: Jacob Daniels, Delbert Pendleton, Caleb Pendleton, Bailey Noah, Dylan Noah, and Nathaniel Daniels

GLENN EDWARD EPPERSON

WALLACE MELBORNE OVERTON

Glenn Edward Epperson, age 69, of Tazewell TN, was born May 13, 1950 and passed away peacefully at home, on February 18, 2020, after a two year battle with cancer. Eddie was preceded in death by his parents Glenn and Hazel Epperson, son Bruce Epperson, mother-in-law Peggy

Wallace Melborne Overton, age 71, a resident of Tazewell, TN, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Claiborne Medical Center.

He was born in Knoxville, TN on April 17, 1948 to the late Douglas and Thelma Morgan Overton.

Wallace proudly served in the United States Air Force. He was an avid farmer and enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by the following members of his family, wife Sandra E. Overton, children Morgan O. (Nathan) Phillips, and Jackson Overton, grandchildren Caroline Phillips and Andrew Phillips, sister Rosalind O. (Pete) Smith, nephews Collier Smith and William Smith, aunts Anna (Floyd) Gray, and Greta (Carl) Bolton, and mother-in-law Genice Cosby.

Per Wallace’s request, he was cremated by Green Hills Funeral Home.

Green Hills Funeral Home, Middlesboro, is honored to serve the Overton Family. www.greenhillsfuneralhome.com

Students hit marks with annual statewide contest jan.runions@claiborneprogress.net

Five Claiborne county schools are well-represented by students who have apparently learned how to express their thoughts via the written word. The annual Claiborne County Farm Bureau Essay Contest netted quite the bevy of winners as a total nine 5th grade students brought home the trophies.

Sponsored in tandem by the Tennessee Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom and the Tennessee Farm Bureau Women’s Organization, the statewide contest can create some stiff competition with students going for the gold.

First and second place winners, selected from each of the participating county schools, earned $50 and $25, respectively.

Those placing first from each of the schools then competed for a second

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Residents living along a portion of Snake Hollow Road, inside the 4th district, saw some 3 miles of roadway repairs. Lower Caney Valley, also in the 4th district, had 2.8 miles of its surface repaired.

Leatherwood Hollow, located inside district 2, was allocated funds to repair 3.7 miles of its roadway.

Little Valley, Piney Grove, Seals Chapel, Davis Road, Junior Hurst Lane, Bear Creek and Pearman Roads have also benefited from the wheel tax during the last 3 quarters.

Pittman listed on his report springtime plans to asphalt certain roads. It

prize in a separate countywide competition. Those placing 1st, 2nd or 3rd earned another $50, $35 or $25 to add to their initial winnings.

Gavin Surber, Maybree Collingsworth and Makayla Turner won the big bucks as first, second and third place winners of the countywide contest.

First place winners of the competition, by school are: Heritage Christian Academy student Jackson Thode, Gavin Surber from Forge Ridge School, Springdale student Makayla Turner, Benson Hensley from H.Y. Livesay, and Midway Elementary student Emilee Peoples.

Second place winners are: Maybree Collingsworth from Forge Ridge, Springdale student Mattie Agee, Payton Brunsma from H.Y. Livesay and Midway student Addison Vandergriff.

The countywide winners will move on to compete

with other county students from across the state. Those winning first, second and third place at the state level will receive $300, $200 and $100, respectively.

The Tennessee Farm Bureau has over 660,000 member-families across the state, with over 6,400 of those members from Claiborne county.

The Farm Bureau Women’s Committee would like to thank all students, parents and teachers for their efforts to make this contest successful.

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The Claiborne County Farm Bureau announces the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of the annual Essay Contest.

Standing left to right, from the back row, are Farm Bureau Women’s Chairman Bridget Day along with contestants Makayla Turner (Springdale Elementary), Benson Hensley (H.Y. Livesay Middle), Gavin Surber and Maybree Collingsworth (both from Forge Ridge School).

From left to right in the front row is Mattie Agee (Springdale Elementary), Payton Brunsma (H.Y. Livesay Middle), Addison Vandergriff (Midway Elementary) and Jackson Thode (Heritage Christian Academy). Not shown is Midway Elementary School winner Emilee Peoples.

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looks like the Road Department will be concentrating its efforts in the 2nd and 3rd districts with a total 2 miles of paving on Chumley, Straight Creek Church and Hunsucker Roads.

At last year’s prices, Pittman estimates it will cost $77,867.62 to fix those two miles of roadway.

So far, $415,184.24 in wheel tax revenue has been distributed from the estimated $703,000 set by the budget committee.

The Claiborne Trustee’s Office receives a percentage of the wheel tax, as commission. So far, the T r u s t e e h a s re c e ive d $5,119.06 from the estimated $511,906.43 in total wheel tax collected during the first 3 quarters of the fiscal year.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS: How much will market volatility really affect you?

MARC TRANTHAM Financial Focus

There’s no way to sugarcoat it: If you’re an investor, you haven’t liked what you’ve seen in the financial markets recently. The effects of the coronavirus triggered a market “correction” – a decline of 10 percent or more ¬– and more volatility is almost certainly on the way. But instead of fretting over your investment statements, you could consider some more positive approaches to this situation.

For one thing, ask yourself this: When do you really need the money from your investment accounts, such as your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored plan?

These are retirement accounts, so, depending on your age, you may not need to tap into them for 20, 30 or even 40 years. If so, your losses may be “paper” ones only for now and aren’t subjecting you to imminent financial jeopardy. This isn’t to minimize the effect this downturn will have on you, of course – it always takes time to recover lost ground, and there are no guarantees with investing. However, although past performance does not guarantee future results, it is useful to note that, over its long history, the U.S. stock market has typically trended in one direction – up – despite serious and sometimes lengthy declines such as we saw in the Great Depression and, to a lesser extent, the bursting of the “dot.com” bubble of the early 2000s and the financial

crisis of 2008-09.

Nonetheless, you may have shorter-term goals – a wedding, down payment on a home, overseas trip, etc. – for which you need to save. For these goals, though, you wouldn’t want to touch your IRA or 401(k), anyway, as you’d likely face taxes and penalties. Instead, you’ll want your money invested in liquid, low-risk accounts that will be minimally affected, if at all, by declines in the financial markets. These vehicles might include Certificates of Deposit (CDs), money market accounts and even good old-fashioned U.S. Savings Bonds, all of which offer the protection of principal and can pay higher rates than traditional bank savings accounts.

But you might also have longer-term goals that can

be addressed through investments that may be somewhat or largely free of the effects of market volatility. For example, to supplement your retirement income, you might consider a fixed annuity, which can provide you with a guaranteed interest rate and, depending on how it’s structured, an income stream you can’t outlive.

Apart from the issue of when you might need money from your investment accounts, you might want to ask yourself another question: Just how much of my net worth is tied up in my portfolio? If you’re like many people, you have other assets apart from your investments. If you’re a homeowner, consider your house: Has it dropped in value at all during the recent market decline? Probably not.

Do you still have just as much equity in it as you did a month ago? You might have even more.

In other words, the value of your investments may have dropped a certain percentage, but the decline in your overall net worth may well be significantly smaller.

So, here’s the bottom line: Large drops in the financial markets aren’t much fun for investors – but that doesn’t mean the bottom has dropped out on your financial future. Keeping things in perspective is a good move in all of life’s endeavors – including investing.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Edward Jones. Member SIPC.

OUTSIDE: Choosing healthy nursery trees STEV TEVE ROARK OUT UTSIDE

Spring approaches, and with it will come the itch to get your fingernails dirty and plant stuff. Landscaping adds beauty and value to the home, so it’s a good investment, and you always want your investments to do well, so choosing healthy plants is important. Here are some guidelines: Containerized plants: Get permission to dig into the soil a little and see if the root tips are white, pink, or tan in color, indicating good health. Dark brown or black root tips are

JUDITH VICTORIA HENSLEY

There are many “bugs” and “viruses” floating around these days. Last week I had a sty and pink eye without having been exposed to anyone with the same condition that I knew of. So, how in the world did I get it?

An invisible source somewhere in public had to be the culprit. Was it in the grocery store? A doctor’s office? At the wellness work out program? In another store? From a gas station?

The truth is, we all come in contact with surfaces by the dozens outside our own home that we can’t

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For more information about MEDIC Regional Blood Center, contact Altman at 865-524-3074 or via email at kaltman@ medicblood.org.

MEDIC was established in 1958 by Carl Nelson, MD, under the sponsorship of the Knoxville Academy of Medicine. MEDIC is a nonprofit organization and is the only U.S. blood center which has a Blood Coverage Program covering members’ blood supplier processing fees at any hospital in the country.

MEDIC is an accredited member of the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) and America’s Blood Centers (ABC).

The center adheres to the blood product safety regulations established by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is licensed by the FDA and the State of Tennessee. MEDIC is an independent blood center and not affiliated with the American Red Cross.

Today, MEDIC Regional Blood Center is the

likely dead, and a lot of them means that the tree will not transplant well. The roots should be growing downward and not circling around the pot, an indication the tree’s been in the pot too long. The tree should stand upright on its own without the support of a stake.

Generally, smaller plants in relation to the pot will survive better, as there are more roots in relation to the top.

Balled and Burlap: Size of the ball is important to assure that there are enough roots to support the plant. For a standard tree, a ½ inch diameter tree needs a 12-inch ball, a 1” needs a 16-inch ball, and a 2” needs a 24-inch ball. Avoid plants with the following problems: a sloppy wrapping job, soil and roots spilling out, roots growing through the wrapping,

and loose or fractured soil inside the ball. Again, smaller plants have a better root to top ratio, and the trees will be much happier.

Bare-Root Stock: This is the way mail order companies ship trees. As soon as you get them, open the package and inspect the roots carefully. Use your fingernail to scratch the main stem. If the color is green just beneath the surface, it’s okay.

If it’s discolored and dark, the root is dead. Make sure the roots are not too dry. If needed, place the plants in a bucket of water 24 hours before planting, which should be done as soon as possible after shipment, and must be planted before the first leaves begin to show. The amount of top in relation to the roots should be balanced.

I repeated not getting a plant

too large for the roots to support several times, so here’s some recommended height to stem diameter recommendations for standard trees: ½ inch diameter for 5-6 foot trees, 1”

for 6-9 foot, and 2” for trees 9-13 feet tall.

For more information on landscaping plants, contact your local nursery or Extension Agent.

The importance of washing your hands control. There are viruses in abundance out there.

Especially concerning right now is the hype about the corona virus. I don’t ever remember seeing as much news dedicated to an illness from the first publicly documented case.

Everything I hear makes it sound worse and worse.

Aren’t we country folk glad we don’t live in New York City, Seattle, San Diego, Dallas, or Tampa?

The population centers of our nation seem as if they would be at the greatest risk with so many people pressed in together, living in close proximity. However, all it takes is one person who unknowingly has the virus to carry it in many directions to unsuspecting people.

Wi t h s p r i n g b r e a k coming up and millions of college students with travel plans in all directions, we are all at risk.

Contamination from other people in hotels, resorts, airplanes, stores, restaurants - the possibilities are endless. BUT there is something we can do to help protect ourselves and it is very simple – HAND WASHING. According to professionals who are gearing up for the possible national consequences, anyone who works in public jobs or goes out in public needs to wash their hands at least once an hour and try to avoid touching their face, rubbing eyes, nose, or mouth. Touching contaminated surfaces is a known way that corona virus can

spread. Other viruses and diseases can also be spread this way. So, why not add this simple, effective, easily accomplished routine to our day? Antibacterial liquids will do if no sink, soap, and warm water are available.

According to various news re por ts, almost 100,000 are documented as having or had the corona virus. That in no way accounts for the ones who had a mild case and were never diagnosed.

Over 50 countries have documented cases of the virus, including the United States. No one wants to see a public panic in which people respond with fear instead of common sense.

I’ve bought some extra Clorox wipes, toilet paper,

paper towels, and some nonperishable groceries.

That’s not a panic. That’s a sensible “just in case.”

Even if I don’t need extra, they will sit on my shelves and get used in the course of time.

One bit of TV news that caught my attention was a gentleman at the top of the health chain proclaiming that anywhere from 40-70% of the world population might get the virus.

Out of that, the number of deaths is impossible to estimate. But out of the 327 million people in the United States, that means a possible 138 million on the low end of the estimate to 229 million on the high end of the estimate might be affected if the virus hits pandemic level in the US.

And our best defense in an ordinary daily life since there are nowhere near enough face masks to go around and currently no immunizaations? WASH OUR HANDS! Personally, I plan to stay away from large public events for a while. The handling of this worldwide health threat is still in development. Even those at the top don’t know the best way to handle what they’ve never had to handle before. Pointing fingers and pointing out failures abroad and in the US are nonproductive. We can all share the responsibility of trying to beat this thing and stay healthy starting with the simple effort of washing our hands regularly and thoroughly.

provider of blood and blood-related products for the 25 area hospitals in 22 counties.

The Task Force was formed in January 2002 to help make certain that blood collection efforts resulting from domestic disasters and acts of terrorism are managed properly and to deliver clear and consistent messages to the public regarding the status of America’s blood supply.

The Task Force is composed of representatives from U.S. blood services, associations and commercial entities as well as liaisons from governmental a g encies who work together in an effort to ensure that safe and adequate blood product inventories are in place at all times in preparation for disasters.

In addition, the Task Force operates as a mechanism to assess the need for collections and/or transportation of blood should a disaster occur.

AABB serves as the designated coordinating entity for the Task Force. In addition to

AABB, members include A dva M e d , A m e r i c a ’ s Blood Centers, American Hospital Association, American Red Cross, Blood Centers of America,

College of American Pathologists, National Marrow Donor Program/ Be The Match and the Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association.

Liaisons from the following government agencies also participate in task force discussions: Armed Services Blood Program and the U.S. Department

of Health and Human Services, which includes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration.

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Area Happenings Compiled by Jan Runions The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events: www.claiborneprogress.net. Send all area events to: jan.runions@claiborneprogress.net.

Claiborne Medical Center Emergency Room will be relocated to another area inside the hospital beginning March 20, due to remodeling. The hospital will continue to provide care for patients 24 hours a day. Staff will be available to guide patients to the temporary location.

The hospital asks that you share this information with your friends and family members.

Red Cross Training Opportunities Training in several Red Cross programs is available to volunteers right now, right here in Claiborne County.

To join other volunteers, contact Adrian Riser at: 865-599-6774 or adrian. riser2@redcross.org.

To learn more about Red Cross in Claiborne County or to access services call: 423-765-4222. You can also check out the American Red Cross of Northeast TN by visiting www.redcross. org and entering your zip code. The American Red Cross is not a government agency. It is funded entirely by donations from many individuals, and local organizations.

You can make a financial contribution at the web address.

SunCrest Hospice If you have a passion for helping others who are terminally ill, consider becoming a hospice volunteer. We welcome volunteers from all walks of life. Whether you contribute your time and talents directly with patients, or prefer to work behind the scenes, we invite you to become a member of a dedicated group of compassionate caregivers who serve as vital members of our hospice team. To learn more, call 423-626-1755, or visit 903 Main Street, New Tazewell.

both ETHRA and USDA are prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability.

MARCH 23-27 NOTICE TO TOWN OF TAZEWELL RESIDENTS: The week of March 23-27 is Spring Clean Up/Fix Up Week.

Please place all trash at curbside for pickup during this week.Keep regular weekly household trash in a separate pile. Place electronics in separate pile.

No brush pickup at this time. No major appliances, building or hazardous materials will be picked up. There is a limit of 4 tires per household.

ONE scheduled pickup per household. Anything placed at curbside after 12 p.m. on March 27 will not be picked up. Call 626-7166 to request pickup.

MARCH 28 UT Extension Office Basket Workshop will be held on March 28, from 10 a.m. until completed, at the Harrogate Senior Citizens Center. Participants will learn the heritage skill of basket making as they create beautiful Colonial Chair Baskets with feet and handle. Cost for the workshop is $35 which covers supplies. You will need to bring a dispan, 7-8 heavy duty spring type clothes pins or clamps, old scissors, tape measure, pencil, case and pocket knives, an awl, needle nose pliers, an old towel and your lunch and snacks to this workshop. For more info, or to register, call 423626-3742. Space is limited.

Please call to register by March 19 so that supplies can be purchased and kits prepared.

MARCH 30

NOW through APRIL 2 T h e B r o ke n S p u r Dance Club Absolute Beginners Dance Classes continues each Thursday evening until April 2, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. All ages are welcome.

Classes are $5 each.

MARCH 18 Claiborne County Emergency Communications District will hold its Funding Committee meeting on March 18, beginning at 11 a.m. The meeting will be held inside the Claiborne Justice Center training room.

MARCH 20 Martin’s Station Masonic Lodge #188, located on Dr. Thomas Walker Road (west of Rose Hill, Va.), will have a Catfish & Chicken Dinner on March 20, from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Menu will be Fish or Chicken Tenders, Fries, Baked Beans, Slaw, Hushpuppies, Dessert and drinks. Cost: $9 each, Ages 6-12: $6 each. Carry out available. Proceeds will benefit the Lodge’s Scholarship & Benevolence Fund.

USDA COMMODITIES DISTRIBUTION ETHRA will distribute commodities on March 20 at the Farmer’s Building from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please bring your own bags or box. There is a limit of 3 household pick-ups per individual. In accordance with Federal law,

Powell Valley Electric Cooperative will hold its regular monthly meeting of the board of directors on March 30, beginning at 6:30 pm., at the New Tazewell Office, located at 420 Straight Creek Rd.

JUNE 20 Fo r g e R i d g e H i g h School All-Class Reunion will be held on June 20, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., inside the school gymnasium. A pot-luck meal will be served. Come visit with classmates from your school years.

Appalachian Promise of Claiborne County, a 501©3 that serves the Tri State area and is insured, invites everyone to attend the new Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group bi-weekly meetings, to be held each Tuesday @ 6 p.m.

These meetings will help educate, comfort and assist caregivers in understanding what is happening with their loved ones and provide coping skills. This program is being provided by a trained facilitator. We are blessed to be providing this service to our area. #prayingforacure. Please call or email the office for further information at: 423-259-8189 or apccclaiborne@gmail.com.

Appalachian Promise of Claiborne County, a 501©3 that serves the TriState area and is insured, is offering help each Monday at 6 p.m. We can assist with drug rehab placement for

EVENTS those in need who are both insured and noninsured.

Help is also available for those transitioning from rehab into the workforce with life skills, job skills training, resumes, rebuilding family bonds and building the bridge from being a felon into the workforce with the Fresh Start Program. Money management classes are available the last Monday night of each month. For more info, call 423-259-8189 or email apccclaiborne@ gmail.com.

Appalachian Promise of Claiborne County is hosting a workshop for those seeking jobs who are on State and ETHRA Probation. This workshop is for those interested in a new program called PAROLED. To see if you qualify, please attend and bring your current paper work from your probation officer including any I take forms and charges. A photo ID and address must be provided. Classes begin the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. For more info call 423-259-8189.

D r e s s fo r S u c c e s s Share Closet and Resume Hub, sponsored

by Appalachian Promise, is provided by local churches and is a free service that helps each recipient with a resume, cover sheet and an outfit for a job interview. Tips for how to apply for jobs and etiquette are also taught through this program. If you wish to donate your time or any items call: 423-259-8189.

Claibor ne Public Library ‘Bingo for Books’ event will occur every third Monday of each month, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The new program will allow players the opportunity to win books via the library. All ages are welcome to attend.

The library will be supplying books appropriate for all ages.

Harrogate Book Station continues its ongoing booksale inside the Shawanee Depot Building at 310 Bristol Road in Harrogate. For more info, call 423-869-9777.

( S TA RT ) Suppor t Transition And Recovery Training Tuesday Evenings from 6:30—8 p.m, at 325 Straight Creek Rd. in New Tazewell (old Powell Valley electric office).

START will address substance abuse and addictive processes and provide support and education to individuals and families to help them overcome the strongholds associated.

START will also be providing life skills trainings.

The program will be led by James Shoffner, Pastor of Riverview Baptist Church.

For more information and how you can help or how we can help you, call James at (865) 279-9661 or contact the Stand in the Gap office at 423-300-1302 or email Standntgap@ gmail.com and ask about the START program.

The Stand in the Gap Coalition (SIGCO) invites concerned citizens to a monthly Coalition Partners (CP) meeting the first Monday of each month from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the back room of the Gondolier in Harrogate, to partner to find solutions to remedy the effects of the pla gue substance abuse is having on our Tri-State area communities. SIGCO is recognized by the state of Tennessee as Claiborne County’s prevention coalition. SIGCO is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 faith-based organization.

For more information, call 423-300-1302 or email

standntgap@gmail.com, visit www.sigco.org or come by the of f ice or send mail to: SIGCO, 325 Straight Creek Rd., New Tazewell, TN 37825. This project is funded under a grant contract with the state of Tennessee, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

Greer Cemetery on Straight Creek Road is in need of donations. Send to: Charlene Smith, 1033 Straight Creek Road; New Tazewell, TN 37825.

All donations g reatly appreciated.

and features. The classes last six weeks and will be held each Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, or to register, call 423-626-5414.

American Legion Post No. 109. All veterans are invited to attend monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of each month.

Activities begin at 6p.m. with a meal. The meeting is at 7p.m. at 335 Fulkerson Street in Tazewell.

Hospice volunteers for SunCrest Hospice. If you have a passion for helping others who are terminally ill, consider becoming a hospice volunteer. We welcome volunteers from all walks of life. Whether you contribute your time and talents directly with patients, or prefer to work behind the scenes, we invite you to become a member of a dedicated group of compassionate caregivers who serve as vital members of our hospice team. To learn more, call us today. 423-626-1755, or visit 903 Main Street, New Tazewell, TN 37825

The regular monthly meetings for the Town of Cumberland Gap Board of Mayor and Alderman will be held the first Monday evening of every month at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town Hall, 330 Colwyn Street. The Cumberland Gap Beer Board meeting will follow. The public is invited to attend.

At least one week before the regular scheduled meeting the board holds a planning meeting to review and finalize the agenda. Those meetings begin at 6 p.m. and are usually held the Monday before the regular scheduled meeting. The public is invited to attend.

The regular quarterly meetings for the Town of Cumberland Gap Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will be held the last Monday in February, May, August and November at 5:30 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town Hall, 330 Colwyn Street. The public is invited to attend.

The regular monthly meetings for the Town of Cumberland Gap Planning Commission will be held the first Monday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town Hall, 330 Colwyn Street. (If no items are to be discussed a meeting will not be held.) The public is invited to attend.

The regular monthly meetings for the Town of Cumberland Gap Historical Zoning Commission will be held the first Tuesday (following the first Monday) of every month at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town Hall, 330 Colwyn Street. (If no items are to be discussed a meeting will not be held.) The public is invited to attend.

Douglas-Cherokee E c o n o m i c Au t h o rity Let the Educational Opportunity Center help you. Now is the time to complete your financial aid application (FAFSA) for the fall 2019, spring 2020 and summer 2020 semesters. Some grants are first-come, first-serve, so complete your FAFSA as soon as possible. The FAFSA requires information from your 2017 income taxes. If you did not file a 2017 income tax, please bring all proof of income, such as child support paid/received, Social Security, SSI, W-2 statements, VA benefits, and any other income or benefit you may have received in 2017. The Douglas-Cherokee Economic Authority Educational Opportunity Center program is a grantfunded program from the U.S. Department of Education. The Educational Opportunity Center provides assistance with the FAFSA, colle ge/vocational school admissions, financial literacy information, scholarship search, career guidance and test preparation. Our goal is to increase the number of adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education whether in college or vocational school.

Honorably/medically discharged veterans The Tri-County Veterans Honor Guard is looking for your participation to honor veterans whose families wish to have full military honors at their gravesite. If you would like more information, or be part of this great organization, please contact Howard Miller, commander, 865-497-3161 or Gary Hansard, adjutant, 423-626-4550. Just like “back in the day” when you actively served, all uniforms are furnished.

Computer classes The Claiborne Public Library is offering free c o m p u t e r cl a s s e s fo r beginners. Participants will learn how to use email, Facebook, Micros o f t Wo r d , T E L a n d R.E.A.D.S. programs and will become familiar with common computer terms

DAV Meetings Disabled American Veterans meet the first Tuesday of every month at 1703 Main St. Tazewell (next door to the Claiborne Progress office). All vets are welcome. Also, find us on Facebook.

Cumberland Gap Meetings

Narcotics Anonymous There is a Narcotics Anonymous meeting each Thursday at 8 p.m., located at 1501 Tazewell Rd., Tazewell, behind Hardee’s.

NA meetings are also held every Wednesday and Saturday at 6 p.m. at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Middlesboro, Kentucky.

For more information call 606-670-4356.

Family Support Do you or someone you know living in Claiborne County have a severe intellectual and/or physical disability? There may be public assistance available for their special needs. Call Greene County Skills Inc. at 423-798-7137 or 7144 and ask Karin or Teresa about the Family Support Program. Family Support is a Tennessee state-funded program geared to serve individuals of all ages who are currently not enrolled in a Tennessee medical waiver program.

Family Support may be able to help with respite or homemaker services, minor home or vehicle modifications, specialized equipment and more.

We also serve individuals with disabilities in Greene, H a m bl e n , U n i o n a n d Grainger counties.

Child and Adult Care Food Program Cumberland Mountain Industries has announced participation in the Child

and Adult Care Food Program. Meals will be provided at no separate charge to eligible adults served at CMI, located at 1214 Cedar Fork Rd., Tazewell. For more information, contact CMI at 423-626-6757.

Adult High School Need a high school diploma? The Claiborne County Adult High School is now offering free classes.

Flexible scheduling is offered to accommodate working adults. “The tassel is worth the hassle” - with a diploma, you can earn higher wages, have better job opportunities, can attend college, enter technical school and have careers in the military.

For more information, call 423-626-8222.

Free Drug Testing Kits The Stand in the Gap coalition (SIGCO) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, faithbased organization and provides free saliva-based drug testing kits with instructions. They are called “give me a reason” (GMAR) kits. Anyone with questions about or needing to obtain GMAR kits or information regarding addiction treatment or anyone interested in getting involved with SIGCO or volunteering in the office, with the jail ministry or in any other area of SIGCO can call the Stand in the Gap office, located at 325 Straight Creek Road in New Tazewell, at 423-3001302. Leave a message with contact information and someone will return the call. You may also email standntgap@gmail.com.

City of Harrogate Meetings The meetings of the B o a rd o f M ayo r a n d Aldermen of the City of Harrogate for the Fiscal Year 2020 will be conducted at Harrogate City Hall, 138 Harrogate Crossing, Harrogate, TN, 37752, on the fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The Board conducts a monthly work session on Tuesday at 6 p.m., prior to the monthly Board meetings. All meetings of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen are open to the public.

Cumberland Gap Meetings The regular monthly meetings for the Cumberland Gap Historical Zoning Commission will be held the first Tuesday (following the first Monday) of every month at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town Hall, 330 Colwyn Street. (If no items are to be discussed a meeting will not be held.) The public is invited to attend.

The regular monthly meetings for the Cumberland Gap Planning Commission will be held the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town, 330 Colwyn Street Cumberland Gap (if no items are to be discussed a meeting will not be held).

The public is invited to attend.

The regular monthly meetings for the Town of Cumberland Gap Board of Mayor and Alderman will be held the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Gap Town Hall, 330 Colwyn Street. The Cumberland Gap Beer Board meeting follows the board meeting each month. At least one week before the regular scheduled meeting the board meets in a study session to review and finalize the agenda. That meeting starts at 6 p.m. and is usually held the Monday before the regular scheduled meeting. Both meetings are open to the public.

OPINION

For the Record Compiled by Jan Runions The following public records are the only public records that have been made available to the Claiborne Progress. If you feel that there has been an omission or other error, please contact the appropriate agency. As addresses are not always included in these reports, some misidentification can occur with individuals having the same name as others. Persons listed as being arrested or receiving citations should not be considered guilty or convicted as they have not been found to be so in a court of law at the times these records are filed. Since records are printed as received, the list is controlled by the appropriate agencies involved; we are unable to change or omit names or information.

Clarification: The Amy Cook listed in the March 4 edition of the Public Records for theft of property over $100 is not the Amy Ann Cook that was recently cited for violation of the seat belt law. There are apparently 2 Amy Cooks – one of which was listed in the Tazewell Arrest Report and the other cited by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. We regret any inconvenience this might have caused.

Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office — Junior Allen Wheeler-aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, burglary, vandalism — Christopher Roberts-capias/bench warrant for possession of a schedule III drugs, violations of probation for possession of a schedule II drugs and driving on a revoked license, failure to appear for possession of methamphetamine and driving on a revoked license (third offense) — Roger Scott Wilder-capias/bench warrant for driving on a revoked license and violation of the financial responsibility law, violation of probation for possession of a schedule III controlled substance, failure to appear for possession of a schedule III controlled substance with intent to sell/deliver — Adrian Faith Snodgrass-violations of probation for two counts

possession of drug paraphernalia and one count driving on a revoked license — Joseph Wetzel Clayton-failure to appear for driving on a suspended license, new charge driving on a suspended license — Brandon Micheal Dutcher-public intoxication New Tazewell Police Dept.

— Ely James Williams-three counts burglary, three counts vandalism over $2,000, one count each theft over $2,000, theft over $1,000 and public intoxication — Tabitha Dawn Jones-auto burglary, theft involving merchandise under $1,000, public intoxication — Shena Nicole Rouse-falsifying a drug screening, violations of probation for auto burglary and theft over $1,000

— Frankie Lee Walker-speeding 45/30, violations of the registration (improper display of plates) and financial responsibility laws — Thomas Toole-speeding 64/45 — Kiley N. Longmire-speeding 61/45 — O’Dell England-speeding 60/45 — Joshua Gray Holt-violation of the traffic control device law — Colten Austen Reeder-violation of the traffic control device law — Delaney M. Singleton-failure to yield traffic right of way and violation of the financial responsibility law — Blake T. Ramsey-violations of the light and registration (improper display) laws — Lisa Staley-violation of probation — Thomas Casteel-violation of probation — Shelia Dummett-violation of probation — Robert Lee Smith Jr.-driving on a suspended license — Dalton Seals-violations of the driver’s license and financial responsibility laws — William M. Clark-violations of the driver’s license (expired) and registration (not displayed) laws — William R. Edwards-violation of the registration law — Claudine R. Birchfield-violation of the financial responsibility law — Katie M. A. Nicely-violation of the financial responsibility law Tazewell Police Dept.

— Otis Edwin Mitchell-theft of property under $1,000 — Leonard Epperson-driving under the influence (second offense) — Melissa Oshea Sheufelt-speeding 67/45, violations of the registration (must carry) and financial responsibility laws — Thomas B. Mash-speeding 66/45, violations of the registration and financial responsibility laws

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— Lindsay Amber Colins-speeding 66/45, violation of the financial responsibility law — David Andrew Tarrence-speeding 62/45, violation of the financial responsibility law — Joshua David Denson-speeding 52/35, violation of the financial responsibility law — Lon Eldon Marcum-speeding 75/45 — Lynn E. Sullivan-speeding 69/45 — Charles Edward Weber-speeding 67/45 — Tilda Ann Douglas-speeding 67/45 — Philip Wayne Tongco-speeding 67/45 — Mary H. Wilson-speeding 66/45 — Luke M. Lewis-speeding 66/45 — Amanda Brook Fitzgibbon-speeding 66/45 — Matthew D. Partin-speeding 54/35 — Melissa A. Kelly-speeding 64/45 — Jeremiah James Smith-speeding 64/45 — George David Bundren-speeding 63/45 — Megan L. Emery-speeding 63/45 — Abigail G. Ferguson-speeding 63/45 — Makenzie A. Prater-speeding 63/45 — Nicholas R. Khul-speeding 63/45 — Douglas J. Young-speeding 62/45 — Samantha M. Murrell-speeding 52/35 — Farris James Mays-speeding 50/35 — Christopher Paul Dean-following a motor vehicle too closely, violations of the registration (must be carried) and financial responsibility laws — Tyler Patrick Martin-following a motor vehicle too closely — Samuel Paul Honeycutt-location, use of portable buildings/trailer — Christopher Bradley Northviolation of probation for driving on a suspended license, new charge driving on a suspended license — Curtis Lee Mills-failure to appear

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for two counts possession of a counterfeit controlled substance — Brandy Longworth-outstanding warrant — Adrian G. Saylor-outstanding warrant — Jaclyn Maples-outstanding warrant — Timmy W. Smith-driving on a revoked license — Katherine Irene Vanfleet-violations of the registration and financial responsibility laws — Ralph Lee Clark-disorderly conduct — Tammy R. Bolden-disorderly conduct — Michael Martinez-possession of drug paraphernalia — Rodney Duane Walker-public intoxication Tennessee Hwy. Patrol — Christopher Paul Dean-aggravated burglary, driving under the influence, possession of a schedule VI controlled substance for resale, possession of drug paraphernalia, violations of the implied consent, seat belt, traffic control device (stop sign), registration and financial responsibility laws — Jerry Michael Surber-driving under the influence, reckless driving, resisting stop, arrest, search, driving on a revoked/suspended license, outstanding child support attachment, failure to maintain traffic lane, violations of the seat belt, registration and financial responsibility laws, driving an unauthorized motor vehicle on a highway, violation of probation for failure to report to probation — Deandrea Bailey Surber-simple possession of a schedule VI controlled substance, felony evading arrest — Amelia Margret Dupree-theft of property, violation of probation

Encourage them to play ALLEN EARL COLUMNIST

Parents have a great deal of influence over their children, we all know this. As life changes daily it's leaning more to the super tech lifestyle. I implore you to take one minute to consider the benefits of a child playing sports.

The first reason should

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Commissioner Rowe then made a motion to amend the existing resolution to keep all 21 commissioners intact but reduce the salaries by one-half.

The amendment was adopted by a vote of 11 to 10.

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Statewide, the unofficial results show Warren pulling in 53,545 or, 10.39

be obvious, it's good for their health. Our young people are going away from outdoor activities in part due to the awesome technology available to them. Games, videos, social networking are all fine because I think it promotes a youngster to be more complete and rounded as a person and they need theses skills in today's world; however, exercise and physical activities are equally, if not more important. In addition, sports

may teach kids good eating habits and it often stays with them down the road post athletics.

Another reason to encourage kids to participate in sports is team building. They need to realize that working for a team is essential in life as well.

An individual is strong but a team is stronger.

People working together for a common goal is very important for nearly every aspect of life.

Sports promotes a positive mental attitude. He or

she will learn that if the work is done to improve skills on the fields and courts that in return the success will give them confidence needed to succeed in life's challenges.

Another reason is leadership skills. Plain and simple, sports builds leaders. Many athletes will become leaders of the community, companies and even military leaders because they have already had that attribute built into them from playing sports.

Another reason to promote par ticipation in sports would be stress relief. There is almost nothing like the release of stress that an athlete can find on a football field or smacking a baseball or softball. Don't underestimate the level of stress our kids have at schools.

Another reason is academics. To be on a team he or she must keep their grades up. This might be just the kick in the rears a student needs to engage them to strive for better

grades.

The final reason should be evident. Sports are fun, teams are fun, the process is fun. Former athletes often look back on the playing time and refer to it as the best times of their lives.

Parents, promote sports to your kids. I'm not saying they shouldn't be into the technology of the world but there's plenty of time to fixate on that afterwards.

Sports are custom built for our younger people. The lessons learned will be invaluable to them.

Then, it was time to vote on the full resolution, as amended. The vote got underway but was suddenly stopped in mid-vote when a call was made to table the matter.

T h e vo t i n g p ro c e s s started over – this time, deciding by a vote of 17 to 4 to lay the resolution down until the following monthly meeting.

The commission will

have up for vote during the March 16 meeting a slightly adjusted resolution from the one that was tabled. The document now calls for 9 members, elected from 9 electoral districts, who will serve regular 4 year terms.

Last month, commissioner Mitchell Cosby informed the board that, according to CTAS (the County Technical

Assistance Service), county commissions are barred from having “at-large” members – something the original document included.

The original resolution also called for staggered terms, which Cosby said is not allowed unless the county is ruled by charter.

A l s o o n t h e M a rch agenda is a resolution that, if adopted, would

allow Community Health of East TN to use the now vacant building that was once occupied by CEASE Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault.

CEASE lost two significant grants late last year that had kept the nonprofit in operation, resulting in its closure. If adopted, Community Health will use the building on a temporary basis until it is

determined whether the organization plans to continue its services inside the county.

The initial lease will run one year at a cost of $3, if the resolution is adopted.

In operation since 1981, CEASE had been the go-to sanctuary for women and children of domestic violence and sexual assault across six adjacent counties including Claiborne.

percent of the votes.

The county numbers show that all 14 of the Re publican dele g ates are committed to voting Trump during the 2020 Presidential Convention.

Those delegates at-large are William Lamberth, Amy Jones, Jack Johnson, Shannon Haynes, Lei Ann Gleaves, Douglas M. Englen, Beth Scott Clayton, Jane Chedester,

Linda D. Buckles, Chad Blackbur n, Mae Beavers, Julia Atchley-Pace, Peggy Larkin and Steve Allbrooks.

Claiborne county voted their top three picks for

District 2 delegates who, again, are Trump supporters. Those three are David A. Bishop, James C o r c o r a n a n d Ro b i n Flenniken.

Tennessee is one of four

states that are allowed 11 votes in the Electoral College.

As of press time, the official Claiborne county results were due for release on March 10.

morning services, which are held at 11 a.m. If interested, contact Pastor Bob Sparks at 865-254-1409.

the Catholic Church, bring them to the sessions each Tuesday at St. Julian Catholic Church; 118 E. Chester Avenue in Middlesboro, KY. These sessions follow the 6:30 p.m.

Mass (about 7:15) in the Adult Education Room in the Parish Hall. All are welcome.

fellowship every third Saturday at 6 p.m. The church is located on Lothbury Ave., Middlesboro, across from Food City.

James Version Bible used.

Everyone welcome to worship.

Mail correspondence to: Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Sarah Mayfield, Church Clerk, 1250 Pine Hill Road, Tazewell, TN 37879.

Church Events Compiled by Jan Runions The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events: www.claiborneprogress.net. Send all church events to: jan.runions@claiborneprogress.net.

MARCH 14 Mobile Lifehouse Free Mobile Food Pantry to be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Jefferson Middle School. A free meal, clothes and worship service will be offered. Check out the FB page at: Mobile Lifehouse or the website at: http://www. themobilelifehouse.weebly.com.

Leatherwood Baptist Church will be holding their monthly singing every 2nd Sunday night of the month, beginning at 6 p.m. Pastor, Timothy Sharp; choir director, David Snow.

New Tazewell Christian Church needs a volunteer to play piano or guitar during Sunday

The Freedom @ the Hill Recovery Program meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Hill Church, 1216 Cedar Fork Road in Tazewell. Groups for Addiction Recovery, Setting Boundaries in Relationships, Anger Management and more.

Everyone is welcome. For more info call 423-526-5655.

Catholic Faith Inquirer Sessions are now ongoing. If you have questions, please come join us at the RCIA. Or, if you are Catholic and know someone who is interested in learning more about God or more about

Leatherwood Baptist Church holds its regular services every Sunday morning with Sunday School starting at 10 a.m., worship service at 11 a.m. and Sunday evening services each 2nd and 4th Sunday night beginning at 6 p.m. Pastor Rev. Timothy Sharp. Song director David Snow.

Pinnacle View Primitive Baptist Church There is singing,

First Baptist Church, New Tazewell, Deaf and Hearing Impaired Worship The addition of a deaf interpreter for the Sunday morning worship service has brought a new ministry to the service. For more information, call 423626-5401 or visit the church at 814 Buchanan Road, next to Diversicare.

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1250 Pine Hill Road in Tazewell, meets Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. Monthly singing first Saturday at 6 p.m. Only King

Visit us online at claiborneprogress.net

Big Springs Primitive Baptist Church, located at 155 Lone Mountain Road in Tazewell, will have a singing on the second Saturday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Various singers will be featured, and everyone is welcome. Pastor, David Adkins.

Twin City Baptist Church now offers sign language interpretation of the services.

Everyone is welcome.

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Church Directory AMERICAN CHRISTIAN CHURCHES CLINCH VALLEY AMERICAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH Thorn Hill, TN Pastor Rev. Randy Collins CANEY VALLEY AMERICAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH FORDS CHAPEL AMERICAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH WATSON’S CHAPEL AMERICAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH APOSTOLIC NEW LIFE APOSTOLIC CHURCH 3733 Hwy. 25 East Rev. Michael Cadle SPIRIT AND TRUTH WORSHIP CENTER 271 Arthur Rd. • Rev. Audie Miracle Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

BAPTIST ALANTHUS HILL BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Ryan Martin BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 2096 Cave Springs Road Rev. Virgil Masingo Singing on every second Saturday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

BLACKBERRY HOLLOW BAPTIST CHURCH Ewing, VA • Pastor Tilman Poore Sunday Morning 10:30 a.m. and the 1st Saturday at 6 p.m.

BLAIRS CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 155 Blairs Creek Rd. Rev. Travis Chumley BROOKS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH 234 Leroy Brooks Dr. Rev. Ryan DeBusk BUTCHER’S GAP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Warrior’s Path Road Pastor Kevin Turner CALVARY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 108 Harrison Circle Rev. Bobby Partin CARRS BRANCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 302 Carr Ridge Road.

Pastor David Mullins Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

CARR’S CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 147, Speedwell CAVE SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH 1435 Cave Springs Rd. Pastor Rev. Gary Brown CEDAR FLAT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Jeff Seal CEDAR FORK BAPTIST CHURCH 801 Cedar Fork Rd. Rev. Mark Campbell CEDAR GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 675 Cedar Grove Rd. Rev. Eddie L. Overholt CHADWELL STATION BAPTIST CHURCH Left of Hwy 58, on Hwy 684 Rev. Jim Blevins CUMBERLAND GAP FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 319 Colwyn Avenue Pastor Michael Brooks Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

DAVIS CREEK PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH 604 Davis Creek Road, Speedwell Pastor Elder Rick Jernigan Service 1st & 4th Sunday each month DOGWOOD HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH 255 Dogwood Heights Drive, Rev. Travis Pressnell Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday Night 7 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

DUNCAN CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH 390 Baldwin Hill Road Pastor Ronnie Wynn EAGLE’S ROCK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 131 Ridge Dale Road Rev. Matt Childress EVENING LIGHT FELLOWSHIP ASSEMBLY Pastor Robert Stidham FAIRVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH 7424 Fairview Road Pastor Adam Daniels FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NEW TAZEWELL 814 Buchanan Road Pastor Charlie Goodman Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 6 p.m.

FLATWOOD FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH 445 Flatwoods Road Rev. Thomas Cutcher FORGE RIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Josh Hurst FREEDOM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Doug Fultz FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Jason Hunter Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday 10 a.m.

Worship on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday nights at 6 p.m.

Wednesdays 7 p.m.

GAP CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 200 Arthur Road Pastor Terry England GOINS CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH 1265 Goins Chapel Rd. Rev. Jackie Day GOOD SAMARITAN BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Robert Hilliker GRACE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Charlie Widner GREER’S CHAPEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 204 Bolton Hollow Rev. David Billingsly GRISSOM ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Jamie Vaughn

HARROGATE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 520 Pastor Michael Stooksbury HAYNES FLAT BAPTIST CHURCH 4264 TN-63, Speedwell, TN 423-869-8142 • Pastor Travis Dunn HEAD OF BARREN BAPTIST CHURCH 597 Mountain Road Pastor Branden Bolden HIGHLAND MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Mitchell Ferguson Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

4th Sunday Youth Service and Singing HOOP CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Preston Thompson HOPEWELL BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Clyde Daniels HOWARDS QUARTER BAPTIST CHURCH 3324 State Highway 33 Rev. Brian O’Dell Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

HOWERTON’S MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Church Street, Hwy. 33 Pastor Lowell Welch Sunday Morning 10 a.m.

INDIAN CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 665 Indian Creek Rd. Rev. Steve Moyers LEATHERWOOD MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Timothy Sharp Monthly Singing every 3rd Saturday LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH 600 Buchanan Ridge Rd. Rev. Jeremy Buchanan LILY GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Brody Edens LITTLE BARREN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 5163 Highway 33 South Rev. Larry Beeler LITTLE CREEK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Shelby Fultz.

Sunday Morning 10 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

Lunch after service on every 4th Sunday with no evening service LITTLE MULLBERRY BAPTIST CHURCH 5402 Little Sycamore Road Rev. Richard Minton LITTLE SYCAMORE BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 367 Pastor Rev. J. C. Bull LITTLE VALLEY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1117 Little Valley Road 5HY &OLQWRQ +DWÂżHOG LIVING HOPE CHURCH 347 Shawanee Rd., Harrogate, TN Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Friday and Saturday Nights 7 p.m.

LONE HILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Jacob Seals LONE HOLLY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1472 Straight Creek Road Pastor Tim Cosby LONE MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Lawrence Fultz MCM BAPTIST CHURCH 3934 Clouds Road Rev. Tim Drummonds MEYERS GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

MIDWAY BAPTIST CHURCH 905 Yoakum Street Rev. Ronnie Pressnell Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday and Wednesday 7 p.m.

Senior Bible study 1st and 3rd Tuesday 11 a.m.-noon MTN. CREEK PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH Elder D.R. Cabbage MT. GILEAD MISSSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 4000 Forge Ridge Road Rev. Stewart Fultz MT. PLEASANT BAPTIST CHURCH 1250 Pine Hill Rd., Tazewell, TN Pastor Danny Goodman Sunday Morning 10 a.m.

Sunday Evening 6 p.m.

First Saturday of the month 6 p.m.

MOUNTAIN VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH Caylor • Rev. Claude West MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 1189 Mt. Zion Road Rev. Kenny Williams Evening Service 6 p.m.

MT. ZION PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS TABERNACLE 230 Indian Creek Rd. Harrogate, TN 37752 Pastor Drew Manafo Everyone Welcome NEALS CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

NEW BEGINNING BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 188 Rev. Donnie Bannister NEW BETHEL TABERNACLE Rev. George Henard NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 335 New Hope Rd. New Tazewell, TN. Rev. Robert Minton OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH 1480 Fultz Ridge Road Pastor WayLon Myers OPEN DOOR COMMUNITY CHURCH PINE GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Jim Branscomb PLEASANT VIEW MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1114 Little Sycamore Road Rev. Dalton Coffey PLEASANT POINT COMMUNITY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Richard Collins PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. David Fuson Jr. PUMP SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 2, Rev. Scott Cannon

PUMP HOLLOW BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kenneth Brummitt RAVEN HILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Johnny Myers RED HILL BAPTIST CHURCH 845 Red Hill Circle Rev. Gary Mundy RILEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH 299 Ball Circle Rev. Dakota Heck RIVERSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH 2170 Poplar Grove Rd. Charlie Longworth, Pastor RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. James Shoffner SEAL CHAPEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Scott Morris SEALS BRANCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Bill Seals SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Keith Cinnamon SHAWANEE BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 140 Pastor Dr. Mike Joslin SPEEDWELL ACADEMY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. David Mundy SPEEDWELL FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Jim Hurst SPRING DALE BAPTIST CHURCH < 5G Â&#x2021; 5HY -RKQ +DWÂżHOG STRAIGHT CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 645, Rev. Jimmy Poore STRAIGHTWAY BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Michael Jo Gray Sunday School 10 a.m.

1st Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Every 4th Saturday 7 p.m.

SUGAR GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. J.R. Perry Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Every 4th Saturday 7 p.m.

SUNNYSIDE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH SUMMYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BRIDGE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 239 Providence Rd. Rev. Mitchell Keck SUNRISE BAPTIST CHURCH 3 2 %R[ Â&#x2021; 5HY 6DP *ULIÂżQ TAYLORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev, Brian Liford TAZEWELL BAPTIST CHURCH P.O. Box 818 â&#x20AC;˘ Pastor J.D. Estep IV TOWN CREEK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Raymond Albright TWIN CITY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Todd Peoples Now offers Sign Language Interpretation of the Services UNDERWOOD GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Marvin Simmons UNION CHAPEL CHURCH Rev. Frank Short WALNUT HILL BAPTIST CHURCH Hwy 58, Ewing, VA Rev. Kim Collingsworth WOLFENBARGER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Jimmy Snodgrass YOUNGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Morning 10 a.m.

1st Sunday Night 7 p.m.

Rev. Travis Singleton CATHOLIC CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH 816 Blue Top Road Father Albert Sescon Mass Sundays Noon Thursdays 10 a.m.

CHRISTIAN CROSSPOINT CHRISTIAN CHURCH Ryan Allen NEW TAZEWELL CHRISTIAN CHURCH Pastor Bob Sparks â&#x20AC;˘ 865-254-1409 516 Cosby Street New Tazewell, TN Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Service 11 a.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST POWELL VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST Rev. Benny Hackler ROSE HILL CHURCH OF CHRIST Rev. Lance Hunt CHURCH OF GOD FERGUSON RIDGE PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH 3rd and 5th Sunday 11 a.m.

1st, 2nd, 4th Sunday and Wednesday 7 p.m.

Pastor David Sizemore NEW TAZEWELL CHURCH OF GOD MOUNTAIN ASSEMBLY Rev. Jim Laudermilk NEW TAZEWELL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD Rev. Van Johnson SHIPLEY GROVE CHURCH OF GOD Rev. Rick Braden SPEEDWELL CHURCH OF GOD Rev. Daniel Ellison TAZEWELL CHURCH OF GOD Rev. Edward Noonchester Sunday School 3 p.m.

Sunday Evening 4 p.m.

Wednesday 6 p.m.

WHITE ROCK CHURCH OF GOD FULL GOSPEL FULL GOSPEL CHURCH OF SPRINGDALE TIPRELL COMMUNITY FULL GOSPEL CHURCH Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

TRINITY FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 1990 Tiprell Rd. Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Tuesday 7 p.m.

UPPER ROOM MINISTRIES FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 860 Hwy 33 â&#x20AC;˘ Pastor Ual Russell Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Night 6 p.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

HOLINESS MTN. VIEW PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH LATTER DAY SAINTS CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Bishop Nathan Hinckley LUTHERAN CHAPEL OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH 1542 Sharps Chapel Road (Community Center) Pastor Paul Kritsch Sunday Morning: 10:30 a.m.

CHRIST OF THE CUMBERLANDS LUTHERAN CHURCH OF HARROGATE 190 Forge Ridge Road Rev. Gordon Smith THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH Morristown, TN OTHER HARROGATE CHRISTIAN TABERNACLE 332 Arthur Road Cumberland Gap, TN Pastor Timothy Goins Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

Wednesday 7p.m.

HOUSE OF GOD WORSHIP CENTER Rev. Bill Chapman HOUSE OF PRAYER South Dogwood Center, Tazewell HOUSE OF PRAYER Rev. Joe Laws HOUSE OF THE RISEN LORD Rev. Patty Massengill LIVING HOPE CHURCH 347 Shawanee Rd. Rev. Gary Dodson Sunday Morning 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

MISSION OF GOD-SHAWANEE Rev. Harold B. Maiden NEW WINE CHRISTIAN CENTER Rev. Judith McDouglas NOTCH GAP CHRISTIAN RETREAT Rev. David Fanslau TNT CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD Rev. Paul Dean Thursday and Sunday Services 7 p.m.

UPPER ROOM REVIVAL CENTER 728 Winchester Avenue Middlesboro Rev. Mark and Tammy Gilbert Sunday Night 6 p.m.

VICTORY ASSEMBLY OF GOD Rev. Mike Vandergriff VICTORY OF TRUTH WORSHIP CENTER 207 Montgomery Street Rev. David Ledford VICTORY WORSHIP CENTER Rev. Gary Miracle PRIMITIVE BIG SPRINGS PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH 155 Lone Mountain Rd. Tazewell, TN Pastor David Adkins Sunday School 10 am.

Sunday Morning 11 a.m.

2nd Saturday Singing 6:30 p.m.

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NEW TAZEWELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Dr. Laurence Hesser TAZEWELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Vince Krauss THOMPSON CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Jake Beeler CAWOOD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4557 Old Hwy. 63 Speedwell, TN 37870 Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning 11:10 a.m.

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Making a move toward God BILLY HOLLAND Living on Purpose

I know that life sometimes can be difficult. It seems I’m always writing about the struggles of spiritual warfare, but we cannot deny the Christian life is filled with battles. However, there is good news! The Lord is with us and is waiting to help us if we will only allow Him to be in control of our life. I had a long conversation with a precious elderly lady this afternoon and she is struggling with negative emotions.

She lives alone and is discouraged which is not all that unusual, but there is a way to learn how to rise above our feelings of negativity. I reminded her that we must make an investment if we want to enjoy the peace and joy of God’s presence. What does this mean? Simply that Christians must take the initiative to pray and read our Bibles, and allow Him to be a part of our lives. A beautiful passage to remember is found in James 4:8, “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” This spiritual principle is at the center of submitting our will and implies that we invite God to take control. I realize we all want a “quick fix” that will make us happy, but our mission as a representative of His

PREACHER JOHNSON Preacher’s Point

I received news yesterday of the death of a dear friend. This week’s column is not a tribute to her, but we will investigate that subject no one wants to discuss - death.

There is the old joke about “death and taxes;” while it seems that somewhere on this planet that somehow, someone has escaped paying taxes, we all know the reality of death - it will happen to all of us.

No one knows the amount of time we have on this earth. Both my sister and the best man at my wedding died in their twenties, and I have a Great Aunt who is over the century mark.

Death is a war we all must face. Ecclesiastes 8:8, “There is no man that hath power over the spirit to retain the spirit; neither hath he power in the day of death: and there is no discharge in that war; neither

CANDIDA SULLIVAN COLUMNIST

My sins are great and yet the love of my God is greater. He has grace for every need. Regardless of what I do or what happens to me, my God still continues to love me. I love knowing this.

I love knowing that I am divinely guided in my life.

And that God knows the very number of hairs on my head.

Sometimes we just skip over His amazing love for us, and how well He cares for us. We don’t even know the number of times that He moves us out of harm’s way. I’m sure we would be amazed if we could see it all, and truly see how God works things out for us.

The enemy brings thoughts of fear to us. He wants us to live in a fearful state. And sometimes he gets to me and I start dwelling on all the things that could go wrong in my life. Thinking we have to control our lives and that we are in charge is what causes a lot of our pain.

God is in control of it all.

And He loves us unconditionally. This is what we need to focus on.

What can we control anyway? I don’t even know how to breathe on

kingdom is accepting the responsibility to know Him. Sometimes we forget what God has called us to do. This is clearly understandable with so much of our time being given to all the things we love and enjoy. Nonetheless, the Bible does not try to hide the fact that when we sincerely gave our life to God and was adopted into His family, we also agreed to become a soldier who willingly fights the good fight of faith. Ephesians chapter 6 not only describes our spiritual armor but also explains the type of positive attitude we will need to be victorious.

Our personal relationship with Christ has everything to do with incorporating His instructions within our mind and having a passion to obey His voice.

It’s easy to become so concerned with our own thoughts and desires, that we neglect God and those around us. When we start praying and helping others, we will be less consumed about our own desires, anxieties, and disappointments.

The mirror can reveal many things about us that need to be changed, but if we are constantly infatuated with our selfishness, we will not be able to see the great need that is all around us.

In fact, Jesus said in Matthew chapter 25 that whatever we do or fail to do for those around us, is exactly the way we are treating Him. Jesus passionately loves you and reminds us in Philippians 4:13 that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. The Lord goes before

“He that dwells in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God; in Him will I trust.”

Psalm 91:1-2

“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil and will flee from you.”

James 4:7 you, He watches behind you and His angels are all around you. Psalm 91:1-2 promises, “He that dwells in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God; in Him will I trust.” Is the devil attacking and trying to discourage us? No doubt about it! However, an important key to succeeding in spiritual warfare is to confess in faith what you want to see happen. Announce out-loud to the enemy, “The joy of the Lord is my strength” over and over. But, for how long? Until the devil gives up and runs away! God’s Word declares in James 4:7, “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil and will flee from you.”

As long as we keep agreeing with the dark side about our fears, the devil will

keep shooting his arrows as we continue living in a cycle of defeat. It’s time to make the investment of faith in order to break free from our misery. The Holy Spirit wants to comfort you and bring contentment to your soul, but until we truly believe that, “Greater is He that is in us, than he that is in the world” we are unable to take that first step toward spiritual peace. Embrace God’s truth and call upon Him today, He is waiting for you to make the first move. He is all knowing and His power and authority are infinite! His promises cannot fail as boldly declare, “Victory in Jesus, our Savior forever.”

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When Shadows Fall shall wickedness deliver those that are given to it.”

Death is an appointment we all will make. Hebrews 9:27, “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:” When I was younger, death scared the life out of me. I did not know about an afterlife. I thought death would be the end of it all; I would no longer think, feel, be. The thought of that petrified me.

If there is a religion out there that does not believe in the afterlife, I do not know about it.

Even some atheists believe the soul of a person continues to exist in some form or another.

Some religions believe in reincarnation - our soul returning to earth in one life form or another. Others believe we remain here; this is the explanation of “ghost.” Some believe in Heaven and hell; some have faith in the existence of Heaven but do not believe in a place of eternal punishment.

What does the Bible say?

Without getting into a whole lot of detail, the word “heaven” appears in 551 Bible verses, and the word “hell” occurs in fiftyfour Bible verses. Other names and phrases in Scripture also describe the two places. With so many mentions of the two locations, the Bible is clear; we will go to one or the other after death.

The question then is not if there is an afterlife. The question is - Where will you spend it?

God does not grade us by comparison. When you stand before God, He will not say, “Well, you made your mistakes, but you were not as bad as a lot of other people; come on into heaven.”

He does not have particular sins that automatically send us to hell. God will not say, “Well, your record looks pretty good. You are not a murderer, rapist, or child molester; come on through the pearly gates.”

Faith in what Jesus did on the cross for your salvation is the

condition to enter Heaven and avoid hell. We are on our way to hell until faith takes hold. John 3:18, “He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.” We cannot work our way into Heaven through good works.

God’s grace is applied when we have faith. Ephesians 2:8-9, “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” Romans 3:28 is also very clear on the subject, “Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.”

We are all sinners. Christ was the Father’s sacrifi ce for our sins. That is why Jesus is called “The Lamb of God.” Again, it is not the good things we have done or the bad things we have not done.

We are all sinners because we are all guilty of something.

Sin requires a blood sacrifi ce (Hebrews 9:22), and the only sacrifice God will accept is the blood of His Son (Acts 4:12).

M a ny w i l l s c o f f at t h i s column, but the Bible does state that the purpose of the Scripture is so that we may have faith and know that we have a home in Heaven. 1 John 5:13, “These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.” I believe my friend is in Heaven today. On the day after your death, your loved ones will relive the memories and times shared with you. Where will you be?

Preacher Johnson is Pastor of Countryside Baptist Church in northern Parke County, Indiana.

Webpage: www.preacherspoint. wordprss.com; email: preacherspoint@gmail.com; address: 410 S. Jefferson St. Rockville IN 47872; all Bible references KJV.

My sins are great, but the love of my Lord is so much greater my own. My heart pumps continuously and I don’t do anything to help it out.

When I truly think about the power of my God, then I know I am safe and secure in His hands.

I love it when I can shift my attention from my problems to His power

and glory. It changes how I feel about my life. Our sweet Lord gives us everything that we have in this life. It all belongs to Him. I want to be grateful for everything that He gives me. When I can live in a state of gratitude, then my mind is focused on

the blessings of right n ow — i n s t e a d o f t h e problems of tomorrow.

At this moment, everything is fine. So, instead of worrying about the next moment, I just want to focus on the blessing of this one. This precious moment will never come

again, therefore I want to praise Him by enjoying it.

Candida Sullivan is an award-winning author, inspirational speaker, and certified life coach. Her book, Despite Your Circumstances, won the 2016 CSPA

book of the year award.

It is her passion to help others learn to overcome their own circumstances.

She lives in Tennessee with her husband and children.

If you’d like to contact her, please email her at candida@candidasullivan. com.

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TDOE hosts more than 350 educators and stakeholders to discuss school discipline and safety

By Staff Report MURFREESBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; On March 3rd and 4th, the Tennessee Department of Education led a critical conversation about due process and school safety at its 22nd Student Discipline Institute.

Hundreds of experts, stakeholders and administrators gathered to discuss student discipline and keeping kids safe. Topics ranged from online bullying to mental health.

Over 350 people attended the Student Discipline Institute last week despite the devastation caused by tornadoes across Middle Tennessee. Dr. Penny Schwinn, Tennessee Education Commissioner, opened the

Public Notices Public Notices Notice It is the duty of your grand jurors to investigate any public offense which they know or have reason to believe has been committed and which is triable or indictable in this county. Any person having knowledge or proof that an offense has been committed may apply to testify before the grand jury subject to the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated, § 40-12-104. The grand jury will meet on Tuesday March 31 at 9 a.m. You may be prosecuted for perjury for any oral or written statement which you make under oath to the grand jury, when you know the statement to be false, and when the statement touches on a matter material to the point in question.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION / NON-RESIDENT NOTICE NON-RESIDENT NOTICE: CHANCERY NO.19351 STATE OF TENNESSEE CLAIBORNE COUNTY: Amanda A. Maggard, Plaintiff VS. Josh R. Maggard, Defendant In the Chancery Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee at Tazewell; In this cause, it appearing from the Complaint, which is sworn to, that the Defendant, Josh R. Maggard, is a Non-resident of the State of Tennessee so that ordinary process cannot be served upon Defendant, Josh R. Maggard; he is hereby commanded to serve on Nicholas H. Armes, plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney, whose address is 575 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Suite 201, Oak Ridge, TN, 37830 an answer to WKH FRPSODLQW ÂżOHG DJDLQVW 'Hfendant, Josh R. Maggard, in this cause within 30 days of the fourth publication of this notice as required by law; otherwise judgment by default will be taken against him.

This notice will run in the Claiborne Progress newspaper for four consecutive weeks.

This the 11 day of February, 2020.

Rita Jones Clerk and Master BY: Danielle Chapman, Deputy Clerk and Master PERSONAL PROPERTY SALE NOTICE NO. PR-3813 ESTATE OF JAMES M. EVANS IN THE CHANCERY COURT FOR CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AT TAZEWELL: In obedience to a decree of the Chancery Court at Tazewell in the above styled cause, I will on Saturday, MARCH 21ST, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the residence at 157 Regent Drive, Harrogate, TN 37752, sell the personal items listed below to the highest and best bidder for cash: 2010 Dodge Caravan and Various Household items and furnishings. The sale of personal property is for cash on the day or sale.

This the 20th day of February, 2020.

Rita Jones, Clerk and Master Phone: 423-626-3284 Attorney: Lee D. Stone III TO THE ABSENT DEFENDANT KATELYNN BOATWRIGHT: STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF GREENWOOD, IN THE FAMILY FOR THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Case Number 2019-DR-24-620 South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS), Plaintiff, Vs. KATELYNN BOATWRIGHT, ET AL, Defendant. In the interests of one minor male child, born in

conference by addressing the damage in the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of those days where taking care of the whole child goes well beyond the walls of the classroom,â&#x20AC;? said Schwinn. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank you to all our school safety administrators and stakeholders for the critical work you do to protect our children not because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy, but because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important,â&#x20AC;? said Commissioner Schwinn. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really important, hard work you all do.â&#x20AC;?

The decades old institute has been keeping school officials up to date on the latest trends in discipline.

Over the years concerns about due process have

given way to the first amendment but student safety is always paramount. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Today weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking less about expelling and talking more about supporting,â&#x20AC;? said Christy Ballard. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It benefits everyone if we address the whole child before a discipline problem escalates.â&#x20AC;?

The institute walked participants through the myriad of threats schools face, from drugs and cyber bullying to tornadoes and coronavirusâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; then walked them through practical strategies for preventing or disciplining those involved.

Creating a safe school and preserving studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rights is always a challenge

according to David L. Hudson, Jr., an Assistant Professor of Law at Belmont University. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I came away impressed by the attendance and programming and appreciated the opportunity to present on one of the most challenging issues facing school administrators today,â&#x20AC;? said Hudson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How far does the arm of school authority extend when it comes to students' off-campus social media expression.â&#x20AC;?

Over two days, the Student Discipline Institute tackled crucial challenges facing Tennessee schools.

For any media questions, please contact: EDU.MediaInquiries@tn.gov. See photos here.

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, 2016, minor under the age of 18. SUMMONS: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Complaint for Termination of Parental Rights of the minor child of this acWLRQ RULJLQDO ÂżOHG ZLWK &OHUN RI Court for Greenwood County as 2019-DR-24-620 on 11/6/19, amended 11/26/19, available for inspection, a copy will be delivered to you upon request; serve copy of Answer to Complaint on counsel for Plaintiff within 30 days following service upon you, exclusive of the day of such service; if you fail to answer within the time stated, Plaintiff will apply for judgment by default against you the Defendant for the relief demanded.

YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED a guardian ad litem (GAL) who is appointed by the court to represent the best interests of the child will provide the court with written report, evaluation, assessment, and recommendations; the GALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report available for review 24 hours in advance of the hearing at the GAL ProJUDP &RXQW\ 2IÂżFH 0DLQ Street, Ste. 300, Greenwood, SC 29646. A Complaint for Termination of Parental Rights entitled above has been commenced by the Plaintiff against you in the Family Court, Greenwood County, 8th Judicial &LUFXLW 6& ÂżOHG XQGHU '5 24-620 on 11/6/19, amended 11/26/19. NOTICE OF HEARING: A Final Termination of Parental Rights hearing is set for April 27, 2020 9:30am, April 29, 2020 2:00pm, and April 30, 2020 9:30am before the Presiding Judge of the Family Court, 8th Judicial Circuit at 528 Monument Street, Greenwood, South Carolina 29646.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you have the right to be present and represented by an attorney.

If you cannot afford an attorney, the court will appoint an attorney to represent you. It is your responsibility to contact the *UHHQZRRG &OHUN RI &RXUWÂśV 2IÂżFH WR DSSO\ IRU DSSRLQWPHQW RI attorney if you cannot afford an attorney. By: Sarah M. Coldiron Esquire, Attorney for Plaintiff, SCDSS, PO Box 1096, Greenwood, SC 29648.

p p and said lot fronts 159.6 feet on the westwardly line of 50 foot street right-of-way (not named) and runs back 120 feet on a southwardly line and 120.2 feet on a northwardly line, and is 152.5 feet on the rear line and adjoins the property of Turner on the West side. For reference see warranty deed from Ernest Byrge and wife, Billie Jean Byrge to James M. Evans and Gladys Head dated October 4, 1990 and recorded in Warranty Deed Book 201, Page 596-599 in the Claiborne County RegisWHU RI 'HHGV 2IÂżFH 7D[ 0DS C, Group A Parcel 14.00. Sale will be conducted under Chancery Court Rules.

This the 20th day of February, 2020 Rita Jones, Clerk and Master Phone: 423-626-3284 Attorney: Lee D. Stone III PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS {As required by TCA 30-2-307}

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All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured against Janet Lynn Dykes Estate are UHTXLUHG WR ÂżOH WKH VDPH LQ WULSlicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court on or before the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claim will be forever barred.

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NOTICE OF BIDS Commercial Bank, Harrogate, TN will offer for cash to the highest bidder the following, 2001 Ford Mustang, VIN #1FAFP40471F220448. This sale will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Commercial Bank, 6710 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN. Commercial Bank reserves the right to bid at this sale and to reject any and all bids. Sold as is. Tennessee residents are required to pay sales tax at the time of the sale.

LAND SALE NOTICE NO. PR-3813 ESTATE OF JAMES M. EVANS IN THE CHANCERY COURT FOR CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AT TAZEWELL: ln obedience to a decree of the Chancery Court at Tazewell in the above styled case, I will on Saturday, March 21st, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the property at 157 Regent Drive, Harrrogate, TN 37752, sell to the highest and best bidder the real and personal property in said decree described as follows: Situated in District Number Six (6) of Claiborne County, Tennessee, and more particularly described as follows: BEING known and designated as all of Lot No. Four (4) of survey of George Turner, as shown by map of record in Plat Book 1, Page 6, in the RegisWHUÂśV 2IÂżFH RI &ODLERUQH &RXQW\ Tennessee, to which specitic reference is hereby made for a more particular description,

Docket No. PR-3886 Estate of: David Anthony Cerra Notice is hereby given that on the 24th day of February, 2020, Letters of Administration , in respect to the Estate of David Anthony Cerra, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Clerk and Master of the Chancery Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee. All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured against David Anthony Cerra (VWDWH DUH UHTXLUHG WR ÂżOH WKH same in triplicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court on or before the dates prescribed in (1) or (2 , otherwise their claim will be forever barred.

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All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

This 24th day of February, 2020 Tiffany Yeager, Executor, Administrator Rita Jones, Clerk & Master Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk Lee Dan Stone III Attorney The March, 2020, Quarterly Meeting of the Mountain Valley Economic Opportunity Authority Board of Directors will be held beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at Harrisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant, Clinton, Tennessee.

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS {As required by TCA 30-2-307} Docket No. PR-3887 Estate of: Janet Lynn Dykes Notice is hereby given that on the 26th day of February, 2020, Letters of Testamentary, in respect to the Estate of Janet Lynn Dykes, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the

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This 26th day of February, 2020

will be forever barred.

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All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

This 28th day of February, 2020

Jamie Mullins, Executor,Administrator Rita Jones, Clerk & Master Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk James D. Estep III, Attorney PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS {As required by TCA 30-2-307} Docket No. PR-3889 Estate of: Barbara June Organ Notice is hereby given that on the 28th day of June, 2020, Letters of Administration, in respect to the Estate of Barbara June Organ, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Clerk and Master of the Chancery Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured against Barbara June Organ Estate are UHTXLUHG WR ÂżOH WKH VDPH LQ WULSlicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court on or before the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claim

Tonya Sweet & Jerry Organ, Executor, Administrator Rita Jones, Clerk & Master Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk Noah J. Patton, Attorney

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S SALE Sale at public auction will be held on March 25, 2020, at or about 11:30, local time, at the usual and customary location of the Claiborne County Courthouse, pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Andrew C. New and wife, Brenda S. New to David Seivers, as Trustee, and the United States of America, acting through the Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, Beneficiary, executed November 10, 1994, of record in TD Book 180, Page 86, in the Register's Office for Claiborne County, Tennessee ("Deed of Trust"), conducted by Stephens Millirons, P.C., having been appointed Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Claiborne County Register's Office. Default in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of said Deed of Trust has been made; and the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable.

Party entitled to enforce the debt: The United States of America, acting by and through the United States Department of Agriculture The hereinafter described real property located in Claiborne County will be sold to the highest call bidder, for cash, subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: Legal Description: BEING Lot No. 146 of the Dogwood Heights Subdivision No. 3 to the Town of Tazewell, County of Claiborne, State of Tennessee, as shown by plat duly recorded in Plat Book 2, Pages 7, 8, & 9 in the Register of Deeds Office of Claiborne County, Tennessee.

The above lot is sold subject to the protective and restrictive covenants filed with said plat.

The above described lot is subject to existing utility easements held by Powell Valley Electric Cooperative, if any.

Being the same property conveyed to Andrew C. New and Brenda S. New, his wife, by Deed from Michael E. Oakes and Peggy Oakes recorded on November 10, 1994 in Book 225, Page 650, Claiborne County, Tennessee.

Street Address: The street address of the property is believed to be 200 Dogwood Drive, Tazewell, TN 37879, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property. In the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control.

Map/Parcel Number: 069G-D-020.00 Current owner(s) of Property: Andrew C. New and Brenda S. New Other interested parties: Capital One Bank, N.A. c/o Nathan & Nathan P.C. If applicable, the notice requirements of T.C.A. 35-5-101 have been met.

This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded Plat or Plan; any unpaid taxes and assessments; any restrictive covenants, easements or setback lines that may be applicable; rights of redemption, equity, statutory or otherwise, not otherwise waived in the Deed of Trust, including rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; and any and all prior deeds of trust, liens, dues, assessments, encumbrances, defects, adverse claims and other matters that may take priority over the Deed of Trust upon which this foreclosure sale is conducted or are not extinguished by this Foreclosure Sale.

THE PROPERTY IS SOLD WITHOUT ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, RELATING TO TITLE, MARKETABILITY OF TITLE, POSSESSION, QUIET ENJOYMENT OR THE LIKE AND FITNESS FOR A GENERAL OR PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE. The right is reserved to adjourn the sale to another time certain or to another day, time, and place certain, without further publication upon announcement on the day, time, and place of sale set forth above or any subsequent adjourned day, time, and place of sale. The right is reserved to sell the Property to the next highest bidder in the event any higher bidder does not comply with the terms of the sale.

This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded by the Substitute Trustee at any time.

The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) in certified funds made payable to Stephens Millirons, P.C. at the time and place of sale. The balance of the purchase price must be paid in certified funds by noon on the second business day following the sale at the law firm of Stephens Millirons, P.C. at 120 Seven Cedars Drive, Huntsville, Alabama 35802.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Stephens Millirons, P.C., Substitute Trustee 120 Seven Cedars Drive Huntsville, AL 35802 PH: (256) 382-5500 FX: (256) 536-9388 SMPC# 2019-19734 Claiborne Progress March 4, 2020, March 11, 2020, March 18, 2020

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Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS {As required by TCA 30-2-307} Docket No. PR-3884 Estate of: Leonard Robert Adrian Notice is hereby given that on the 28th day of February, 2020, Letters of Administration, in respect to the Estate of Leonard Robert Adrian, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Clerk and Master of the Chancery Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured against Leonard Robert Adrian Estate DUH UHTXLUHG WR ÂżOH WKH VDPH in triplicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court on or before the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claim will be forever barred.

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All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

This 28th day of February, 2020 Gina L. Adrian, Executor, Administrator Rita Jones, Clerk & Master Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk Joseph G. Coker, Attorney PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS {As required by TCA 30-2-307} Docket No. PR-3878 Estate of: Jeffrey Scott Gordon Notice is hereby given that on the 27th day of February, 2020, Letters of Administration, in respect to the Estate of Jeffrey Scott Gordon, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Clerk and Master of the Chancery Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured against Jeffrey Scott Gordon Estate are UHTXLUHG WR ÂżOH WKH VDPH LQ WULSlicate with the Clerk and Master of the above named Court on or before the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claim will be forever barred.

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All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

This 27th day of February, 2020 Rita Blanken, Executor, Administrator Rita Jones, Clerk & Master Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk John M. Gambrel, Attorney IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE NOTICE TO CREDITORS {As required by TCA 30-2-307} Docket No. PR-3890 Estate of: Roy C. Bryant Notice is hereby given that on the 2nd day of March, 2020, Letters of Testamentary , in respect to the Estate of Roy C. Bryant , deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Clerk and Master of the Chancery Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee.

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( ) p y p of Claiborne County, Tennes- located thereon, including mersee, and being a certain tract FKDQWDELOLW\ RU ÂżWQHVV IRU SDUor parcel of land being more ticular purpose. Trustee shall particularly described as fol- make no covenant of seisin or lows: ZDUUDQW\ RI WLWOH H[SUHVV RU LPBEING Lot No. Twenty-Nine SOLHG DQG ZLOO VHOO DQG FRQYH\ (29) of the Magnolia Heights the subject real property by Subdivision #2 as shown by Substitute Trusteeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deed only. a plat duly recorded in Plat The right is reserved to adBook 3, Page 34, in the Reg- journ the day of the sale to anLVWHUÂśV 2IÂżFH RI &ODLERUQH other day, time, and place cerCounty, Tennessee.

WDLQ ZLWKRXW IXUWKHU SXEOLFDWLRQ Subject to the protective and upon announcement at the time restrictive covenants record- and place for the sale set forth ed with plat of record, and above. to right-of-way in Deed Book This property is being sold 200, page 496 which also ZLWK WKH H[SUHVV UHVHUYDWLRQ provided for an easement for WKDW WKH VDOH LV VXEMHFW WR FRQÂżUroad and utility purposes. mation by the lender or trustee.

Beverly Ann Cole Laws, Being the same property This sale may be rescinded by Executor, Administrator conveyed unto Todd M. En- the Substitute Trustee at any Rita Jones, Clerk & Master gland and wife, Addie Tere- time.

Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk sa England, by deed dated THIS OFFICE IS ACTING AS David Stanifer, Attorney 12/29/1997 and recorded A DEBT COLLECTOR AND IS 01/30/98 in Deed Book 246, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT IN THE CHANCERY COURT page 205 of the Claiborne A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, &RXQW\ 5HJLVWHUÂśV 2IÂżFH OBTAINED WILL BE USED TENNESSEE 3DUFHO ,' 082K-C-082JFOR THAT PURPOSE. 022.00-000 NOTICE TO CREDITORS &RPPRQO\ NQRZQ DV 128 Clear Recon LLC {As reqired by TCA 30-2-307} Magnolia Lane, Tazewell, TN Substitute Trustee 37879 651 East 4 th Street Suite 200 Docket No. PR-3891 The street address and parcel Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403 Estate of: Dorothy Philpot number(s) of the above de- 3KRQH

scribed property are believed to )LOH 1R $ Notice is hereby given that on EH FRUUHFW KRZHYHU VXFK UHIHUthe 4th day of March, 2020, Let- ences are not a part of the legal ters of Testamentary, in respect description of the property sold to the Estate of Dorothy Philpot, herein, and, in the event of any deceased, were issued to the discrepancy, the legal descripundersigned by the Clerk and tion herein shall control Master of the Chancery Court of &XUUHQW 2ZQHU V RI 3URSHUW\ Claiborne County, Tennessee.

Todd M. England and Addie All persons, resident and Teresa England non-resident, having claims, 2WKHU ,QWHUHVWHG 3DUWLHV matured or unmatured against This sale is subject to tenant(s)/ Dorothy Philpot Estate are re- occupant(s) rights in possesTXLUHG WR ÂżOH WKH VDPH LQ WULSOL- sion. cate with the Clerk and Master This sale is subject to all matof the above named Court on or WHUV VKRZQ RQ DQ\ DSSOLFDEOH before the dates prescribed in recorded plat; any unpaid tax(1) or (2), otherwise their claim es; any restrictive covenants, will be forever barred. easements, or setback lines HELP NEEDED! (1) (A) Four (4) months form that may be applicable; any WKH GDWH RI WKH ÂżUVW SXEOLFDWLRQ statutory rights of redemption We are hiring an experienced of this notice if the creditor re- of any governmental agency, automotive technician. Call ceived an actual copy of this state or federal; any prior liens (606)546-2828 for more infornotice to creditors at least six- RU HQFXPEUDQFHV DV ZHOO DV mation. Applications available ty (60) days before date that is DQ\ SULRULW\ FUHDWHG E\ D Âż[WXUH at 561 South US HWY 25E, four (4) months from the date of ÂżOLQJ DQG WR DQ\ PDWWHU WKDW DQ Barbourville, KY 40906 WKH ÂżUVW SXEOLFDWLRQ RU accurate survey of the premises (B) sixty (60) days from the might disclose. In addition, the date the creditor received an IROORZLQJ SDUWLHV PD\ FODLP DQ actual copy of the notice to interest in the above-referenced creditors, if the creditor received SURSHUW\ Todd M. England and the copy of the notice less than Addie Teresa England a/k/a sixty (60) days prior to the date Addie T. England. that is four (4) months from the If the United States or the GDWH RI WKH ÂżUVW SXEOLFDWLRQ DV State of Tennessee have any described in (1)(A) or liens or claimed lien(s) on the (2) Twelve (12) months from the Property, and are named herein decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s date of death. as interested parties, timely noAll persons indebted to the tice has been given to the appliPRINTING COMPANY above Estate must come for- cable governmental entity, and MANUFACTURER IS SEEKward and make proper settle- WKH VDOH ZLOO EH VXEMHFW WR DQ\ ING A QUALIFIED OFFSET ment with the undersigned at applicable rights of redemption WEB PRESSMAN. AT LEAST once. held by the entity as required by 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE IS REThis 4th day of March, 2020 26 U.S.C. § 7425 and/or Ten- QUIRED. APPLICANTS SHOULD POSnessee Code § 67-1-1433.

Haston Philpot Jr., All right and equity of re- SESS A MECHANICAL APTIExecutor, Administrator demption, statutory and other- TUDE AND A STABLE WORK Rita Jones, Clerk & Master ZLVH KRPHVWHDG DQG GRZHU HISTORY. Patricia Simmons, Deputy Clerk DUH H[SUHVVO\ ZDLYHG LQ VDLG WE OFFER GREAT WORKING Rose Ellison, Attorney Deed of Trust, and the title is CONDITIONS AND BENEFITS. EHOLHYHG WR EH JRRG KRZHYHU YOU CAN COME BY THE OFNOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE WKH XQGHUVLJQHG ZLOO VHOO DQG FICE AND FILL OUT AN APTRUSTEE`S SALE PLICATION BETWEEN THE WHEREAS, default has oc- convey only as Substitute Trust- HOURS OF 10AM AND 4PM curred in the performance of ee.

The transfer shall be AS IS, OR SEND IN A RESUME TO: the covenants, terms, and conKing Printing Solutions ditions of a Deed of Trust dated WHERE IS, AND WITH ALL 531 Straight Creek Road November 21, 2003, executed )$8/76 DQG ZLWKRXW ZDUUDQ- New Tazewell, TN 37825

by Todd M. England and Ad- ties of any kind, express or im- Email: hr@kingprintingsoludie Teresa England a/k/a Ad- plied, as to the condition of the tions.com die T. England, married, to Property and the improvements Stanley Roden, Trustee, for IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF American General Financial Services, Inc, its successors CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE and assigns, and appearing of FILED 2-12-2020 @ 2:00 p.m. record on November 25, 2003, JACKIE ROSENBALM, JUVENILE CT CLK. LQ WKH 5HJLVWHUÂśV 2IÂżFH RI ClaiBY: __________________D.C. borne County, Tennessee, at Book Number 1139, Page Num- STATE OF TENNESSEE ber 293, and Instrument Num- DEPARTMENT OF CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SERVICES, EHU DV PRGLÂżHG E\ WKH Petitioner, /RDQ 0RGLÂżFDWLRQ $JUHHPHQW v.

No. 2019-JV-2435 recorded on March 01, 2012, at Book 1351, Page 540, and Jessica Bussell Instrument Number 12040966, [Mother] VDLG 5HJLVWHUÂśV 2IÂżFH WR ZKLFK Address Unknown reference is hereby made.

Jimmy Edens :+(5($6 WKH EHQHÂżFLDO [Father of Cameron and Connor] interest of said Deed of Trust ZDV ODVW WUDQVIHUUHG DQG DV- Address Unknown signed to WILMINGTON SAV- Jeremy Redden INGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, [Father of Tyler] AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH 655 Fairton-Millville Rd MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST Fairton, NJ 08320 A, the party entitled to enforce said security interest; and hav- Mark Henry Bussell ing appointed Clear Recon LLC, [Proposed Custodian] the undersigned, as Substitute 201 Jessica Lane 7UXVWHH E\ LQVWUXPHQW ÂżOHG RU Harrogate, TN 37752 EHLQJ ÂżOHG IRU UHFRUG LQ WKH Respondents.

5HJLVWHUÂśV 2IÂżFH RI Claiborne &RXQW\ 7HQQHVVHH ZLWK DOO RI IN THE MATTER OF: Tyler Bussell, d.o.b. 7/10/2004 WKH ULJKWV SRZHUV DQG SULYLOHJes of the original Trustee named Cameron Bussell, d.o.b. 3/25/2006 in said Deed of Trust.

Connor Bussell, d.o.b. 3/25/2006 NOW, THEREFORE, notice CHILDREN UNDER EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE is hereby given that the entire inORDER for PUBLICATION debtedness has been declared It appearing to the Court from the sworn allegations of due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust, and that the the PETITION TO TRANSFER TEMPORARY LEGAL CUSTODY undersigned, Clear Recon LLC, and the testimony taken at the hearing on December 18, 2019 as Substitute Trustee or his duly that the whereabouts of the Respondent Jessica Bussell are unappointed agent, by virtue of WKH SRZHU GXW\ DQG DXWKRULW\ known and cannot be ascertained with reasonable diligence, that vested and imposed upon said Ms. Bussell has been avoiding DCS and the process serverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at6XEVWLWXWH 7UXVWHH ZLOO RQ April tempts to serve him, it is, therefore, ORDERED that Respondent 7, 2020, at 11:00 AM, local time, Jessica Bussell be served by publication of the following notice at the main entrance to the Clai- for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Claiborne Progress, a newsborne County Courthouse, loFDWHG LQ 7D]HZHOO 7HQQHVVHH paper of general circulation in Claiborne County, Tennessee.

It is further ORDERED that if the Respondent not enter proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bid- an appearance or otherwise answer the petition, further personal GHU IRU FDVK RU FHUWLÂżHG IXQGV service or service by further publication shall be dispensed with ONLY, paid at the conclusion of and service of any future notices, motions, orders or other legal WKH VDOH WKH IROORZLQJ GHVFULEHG property situated in Claiborne GRFXPHQWV LQ WKLV PDWWHU PD\ EH PDGH XSRQ 5HVSRQGHQW E\ ÂżOLQJ the same with the Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Claiborne County, &RXQW\ WR ZLW The land referred to herein be- Tennessee.

ORZ LV VLWXDWHG LQ WKH &RXQW\ RI NOTICE Claiborne, State of Tennessee, JESSICA BUSSELL DQG LV GHVFULEHG DV IROORZV Being attached to and made The State of Tennessee, Department of Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services, has a part of a Trust Deed from ÂżOHG D 3(7,7,21 72 75$16)(5 7(0325$5< /(*$/ &8672Todd M. England and wife, DY regarding these children. It appears that ordinary process of Addie Teresa England, to law cannot be served upon you because your whereabouts are American General Financial XQNQRZQ <RX DUH WKHUHIRUH RUGHUHG WR UHVSRQG E\ ÂżOLQJ DQ $QServices, Inc., dated NovemVZHU WR WKH 3HWLWLRQ ÂżOHG DJDLQVW \RX $ FRS\ RI WKH 3HWLWLRQ PD\ ber 21, 2003 Situate in District No. One (1) EH REWDLQHG DW WKH RIÂżFH RI WKH -XYHQLOH &RXUW &OHUN LQ &ODLERUQH County, Tennessee at 415 Straight Creek Road, New Tazewell, Tennessee 37825. Your Court date is March 25, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. You must appear that day at the Claiborne County Justice Center at the aforementioned address where this matter is being specially heard or otherwise enter an appearance in this matter.

This notice will be published for four consecutive weeks. The last date of publication will be March 11, 2020. If no Answer is ÂżOHG D 'HIDXOW -XGJPHQW ZLOO EH WDNHQ DJDLQVW \RX ZLWKRXW IXUWKHU notice to you.

ENTER this the 12 day of February, 2020.

Robert M. Estep JUDGE PREPARED BY: Angela R. Huddleston, Esq. BPR #023701 TN Department of Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services Assistant General Counsel 305 Home Avenue Maryville, TN 37801 865-981-4619 ( ) WKH ÂżUVW SXEOLFDWLRQ RU (B) sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the notice to creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the GDWH RI WKH ÂżUVW SXEOLFDWLRQ DV described in (1)(A) or (2) Twelve (12) months from the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s date of death.

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IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF CLAIBORNE COUNTY, TENNESSEE FILED 2-12-2020 @ 2:00 p.m.

JACKIE ROSENBALM, JUVENILE CT CLK. By: _____________________D.C. STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SERVICES, Petitioner, v.

No. 2019-JV-2437 Amanda Powell [Mother] Address Unknown Joshua Fillers [Alleged Father of William] Unknown Address Christopher Powell [Father of Lilly, Scarlet, and Lucas] Claiborne County Jail 415 Straight Creek Rd New Tazewell, TN 6XVDQ +DWÂżHOG [Proposed Custodian] 1204 Alford Street New Tazewell, TN 37825 Respondents.

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It is further ORDERED that if the Respondent not enter an appearance or otherwise answer the petition, further personal service or service by further publication shall be dispensed with and service of any future notices, motions, orders or other legal GRFXPHQWV LQ WKLV PDWWHU PD\ EH PDGH XSRQ 5HVSRQGHQW E\ ÂżOLQJ the same with the Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Claiborne County, Tennessee.

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Red Cross relief efforts continue NASHVILLE, TN, March 9, 2020 – The Red Cross has two shelters open for those who still need temporary housing as a result of the tornadoes.

Red Cross continues to provide meals, snacks, and water distributing clean-up and recovery supplies (like rakes, shovels, etc.) and is providing health and emotional support.

The Red Cross has been in disaster response mode in Nashville since the start of the emergency and continues to work with community and government partners to help identify needs and resources for those affected by last week’s storms.

Disaster assessment work is underway, and the Red Cross is working to assure that all families whose homes that are deemed destroyed or received major damage have been identified.

The Red Cross urges residents to practice safe measures as they clean up from the storm. For more information on assistance and volunteering, contact the Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).

Red Cross operated shelters: NASHVILLE METRO: Centennial Sports Plex – 222 25th Ave. N. – Nashville Highland Heights Church of Christ – 505 N. Cumberland Street - Lebanon

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Risk management options for hemp producers

By Staff Report The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced the availability of two programs that protect hemp producers’ crops from natural disasters. A pilot hemp insurance program through Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) provides coverage against loss of yield due to insurable causes. Losses include hemp grown for fiber, g rain or Cannabidiol (CBD) oil.

The second pilot program – the Noninsured C ro p D i s a s t e r A s s i s tance Pro g ram (NAP) - protects against losses associated with lower yields, destroyed crops or prevented planting where no permanent federal crop insurance program is available.

Producers may apply between now and the Marh 16 deadline for either or both programs.

“We are pleased to offer this coverage to hemp producers. Hemp offers new economic opportunities for our farmers, and they are anxious for a way to protect their product in the event of a natural disaster,” said Bill Northey, Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation.

The Multi-Peril Crop Insurance Pilot Program (MPCI) is a new crop i n s u r a n c e o p t i o n fo r hemp producers in select counties in 21 states for the 2020 crop year. The program is available for

e l i g i bl e p ro d u c e r s i n certain counties in Tennessee and in the states of Alabama, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Wisconsin.

Information on eligible counties is accessible through the USDA Risk Management Agency’s Actuarial Information Browser.

To be eligible for the pilot program, a hemp producer must have at least one year in producing the crop and have a contract for the sale of the insured hemp. The minimum acreage requirement is 5 acres for CBD and 20 acres for grain and fiber. Hemp will not qualify for replant payments or prevented plant payments under MPCI. This pilot insurance coverage is available to hemp growers in addition to revenue protection for hemp offered under the WholeFarm Revenue Protection plan of insurance.

Be ginning with the 2021 crop year, hemp will be insurable under the Nursery crop insurance program and the Nursery Value Select pilot crop insurance program. Under both these pro g rams, hemp will be insurable if grown in containers and in accordance with federal regulations, any applicable state or tribal laws and terms of the crop

insurance policy.

The Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Prog ram (NAP) provides coverage against loss for hemp grown for fiber, grain, seed or CBD during the 2020 crop year, This program fills the need wh e re n o p e r m a n e n t federal crop insurance program is available.

T he NAP basic 50⁄55 coverage is available at 55 percent of the avera g e market price for crop losses that exceed 50 percent of expected production. Buy-up coverage is available in some cases. The 2018 Farm Bill allows for buy-up levels of NAP coverage from 50 to 65 percent of expected production in 5 percent increments, at 100 percent of the average market price. Premiums apply for buy-up coverage.

The NAP service fee for all coverage levels are $325 per crop or $825 per producer per county, not to exceed $1,950 for a producer with farming interests in multiple counties.

Under the 2018 Farm Bill, issued in October 2019, all growers must have a license to grow hemp and must comply with applicable state, tribal or federal regulations. Or, operate under a state or university research pilot, as authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill.

Producers must report hemp acreage to FSA after planting to comply with federal and state law enforcement. The Farm

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For infor mation on reporting planted Claiborne and Union County hemp acreage to FSA and for participation in the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, contact the County Office at 2178 Highway 25E, Tazewell TN or call: 423-626-3811 (toll-free 1-888257-1245, option “02”).

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Claiborne Corvette owners prepare for 2020 Expo

By Allen Earl allen.earl@claiborneprogress. net

The 43rd Annual Corvette Expo in the Smokies will be the destination of Corvette owners from all over the United States including Claiborne County, March 20-21. Corvette owners will take their classic vehicles to the LeConte Center located at 2986 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge for a weekend of Corvette fun.

The show as always features a park and show, vendors, swap meet, Diamond Awards Show, NCRS judging, the Corvettes Cruise the Smokies on Friday the 20th and more.

WWE superstar Daniel Moinet known as Summer Rae in the ring will join another former WWE wrestler Tenille Dashwood in signing free posters for their fans as well as Miss Corvette Expo 2020, Logan Murell.

Murell is also a Riser House recording artist.

The Expo will have hundreds of Corvettes on the outside plus outstanding top of the line Corvettes inside.

There is something for everyone making it very family friendly. The event features free parking for spectators and free parking for Corvettes with paid admission.

Admission is $12 per person and vendor space is sold out as well as all the booths inside the venue. Times are 9am to 5pm. The 2019 event was the largest ever and this year is expected to surpass it.

Event planners invite everyone down to see the new Corvette C-8 plus all the classics.

More information can be found on www.corvetteexpo. com and on the Corvette Expo Facebook page.

Tennessee wild turkey season set to begin

By Allen Earl allen.earl@claiborneprogress. net

The 2020 Tennessee wild turkey hunting season is set to begin with a juvenile hunt for those hunters 6-16 years of age. Each young sportsman or sportswoman must be accompanied by an adult 21 years of age or older who must remain in position to take immediate control of the firearm. The date for the young sportsman hunt is the weekend of March 28-29. The bag limit is one bearded turkey per day.

The regular shotgun and archery turkey season will begin April 4 and conclude May 17. The bag limit is one bearded turkey per day not to exceed four per season.

Legal hunting equipment includes archery tackle, shotguns with four shot or smaller and pre-charged air guns that fire an arrow (known as air bows).

Tackle that is not allowed includes baiting, shot sizes smaller than four shot, rifles and handguns, electronic calls or live decoys.

Regular scopes and sighting devices are allowed but any night vision, infrared and other artificial light gathering devices are illegal. Shooting hours are thirty minutes before sunrise to sunset.

As always, consult the Tennessee hunting guide for all regulations and while out in the field be sure of your target as preventable accidents happen almost every season.

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Local teams compete in pre-season tournament

By Allen Earl allen.earl@claiborneprogress. net

Nine teams braved the cold weather, February 29, for a day packed full of softball hosted by the Claiborne Devils girls softball program. Participating teams included Claiborne, Horace Maynard, Rutledge, Clinton, Anderson Co., Cumberland Gap, Campbell Co., Oak Ridge and Norwood. The nine teams played a combined 11 games during the pre-season tournament / play date.

It was the first time for fans to see the girls of Claiborne and Cumberland Gap hit the diamond.

The 2020 Claiborne Devil’s girls softball team members include Allie Jones, Emma Hoskins, Kate Combs, Erica Keck, Maddie Ferguson, Kinley Mullins, Emily Widner, Jayden Pressnell, Grayson Bryant, Jacey Ferguson, Brinkley Hollin, Kayli Marshall, Madison Parker, Kailey Lambert, Marley Sweet, Avalynn Sweet, Jaylee Hayes, Madison Johnson, Jaycee Hall, Izzy Helton, Mya Correa, Allie Fortner, Rachel Fannon and Maci Short.

The Lady Panthers team members include Piper Edwards, Maddie Stevens, Lacey Gulley, Hayden Beeler, Savannah Medley, Bella Gidens, Jenna Beth Wilburn, Abby Peters, Gracie Nash, Maddy Osborne, Miley Miles, Savannah Williams, Meagan Wilder, and Allie Cosby.

Both teams are expecting great seasons.

C l a i b o r n e C o a ch Ju s t i n Cox had this to say about the day long event, “The young ladies would like to thank all the area merchants who donated as well as everyone who personally donated. I would like to thank all the district teams for making the best of a very cold day and exhibiting remarkable sportsmanship all day long. I’d also like to thank all the parent volunteers. Y’all made this tournament successful. I’m blessed to have a group of parents who are always willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Softball is alive and thriving in this area.”

Now the teams will all begin the 2020 season and strive for perfection.

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A Lady panthers pitcher has fun with a pre game pitch that didn’t go as planned.

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Looking back Storms of March 2, 2012, devastated Claiborne County

By Allen Earl allen.earl@claiborneprogress. net

Claiborne County deer harvest numbers

By Allen Earl allen.earl@claiborneprogress. net

Tennessee hunters enjoyed a great white tail deer season during the 2019-2020 season.

According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency official statistics hunters were able to check in 135,122 deer statewide. 73,635 were antlered deer and 5,453 were by definition antlerless. The doe harvest was strong again with 56,024 harvested.

Claiborne County hunters were able to harvest 28 more antlered deer than the 2018-19 season. The antlerless count went down from 66 in 201819 to 27 during last season.

There were 13 less females harvested than the previous year. The 2019-2020 totals were as follows: 841 antlered, 27 antlerless, 402 female and 1,270 in total.

Hunters for the hungry also donated more than 7 million meals over the last 20 years.

One donated deer is estimated to provide 168 meals. During 2018, 581,000 meals were provided by hunters and the stats from last year is expected to be around the same number.

That's in addition to the numerous meals that are provided to the hunter and his or her family.

The deer herd is strong overall in the Great State of Tennessee and hunters are blessed to have great populations of deer and turkey among other game animals.

Middle Tennessee sadly had great loss of property and life during the bad storms and tor nadoes early mor ning March 3, 2020. East Tennessee was fortunate enough to not see the storm damage and heartache that Nashville and surrounding areas had to endure, but eight years ago, it was a drastically different story to the residents of Claiborne County.

A powerful storm system came through and spawned a tornado that hit Harrogate and Forge Ridge on March 2, 2012. These storms destroyed several barns and houses but for the most part residents were uninjured. The response to the storm was quick and the community came together to help their neighbors and made a huge difference in the recovery time.

The official rating was a EF-1 with maximum winds of 90 miles per hour. It damaged five homes, one with major damage and downed numerous trees.

This tornado actually formed in Claiborne County and the

damage path went for 4.9 miles and dissipated in Lee, Virginia according to official tornado stats from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Here are a few pictures from the damages.

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