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Volume 7 Issue 6
Covering Monterey and Surrounding Communities
June 11, 2021
Stalemate continues: Monterey still without codes officer By Rebekah Beeler Scribe publisher
After a vote at the Monterey Board of Mayor and Alderman meeting on June 7, Monterey still does not have a codes officer. Following the resignation of Monterey codes officer Chad Harris about two months ago, the Town advertised the vacant position to fill it as soon as possible. Reels reported that only one
applicant had submitted for the position and appointed the applicant, Mike Watson, for the board to confirm at the June meeting. A motion made by Martin supported by Garcia to accept Watson for the position was voted down 6-2, with no votes entered by Whitaker, Farley, Walker, Foster, Looper, and Wiggins to Garcia and Martin’s yes votes. A motion was made by Far-
ley and supported by Walker to re-advertise the codes officer position, which carried with six yes votes by Whitaker, Farley, Walker, Foster, Looper, and Wiggins to two no votes entered by Garcia and Martin. Prior to the regular session meeting, a letter from Aldermen Wiggins, Farley, Whitaker, Walker, Foster, and Looper was written and sent to board members calling for a special session
on May 17 “to review the power and authority of the Board of Mayor and Alderman and the Civil Service Board.” This meeting came after Reels appointed Will Mullins as legal counsel to represent the Town of Monterey and Mike Watson as the only applicant who submitted for the position of codes officer. The issue of whether or not the mayor had the authority to appoint positions, such
as legal counsel and codes officer, was discussed. It was argued that those positions would be employees of the Town of Monterey and would fall under the authority of the Civil Service Board for hiring, not the mayor. While Wiggins said the Civil Service Board was created 14 years ago, the bill for the Private Act to create the Monterey Civil Service Board with the authority to
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hire and fire employees was actually approved 20 years ago, in April 2001. Reels invited newly appointed Monterey attorney, Will Mullins, to introduce himself and apprise the board with a review of the municipal codes regarding the mayor’s authority to appoint and the board’s obligations. Mullins read the Monterey
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The late John Ludwig’s wife, Diane, and daughter, Brenda, are presented with a plaque naming the old railroad signal light the “Ludwig Lamp” to be installed on the light he brought to Monterey.
Ludwig Lamp a bright reminder By Rebekah Beeler Scribe publisher
At long last, the Monterey Historic Depot Society finally erected the Ludwig Lamp, so named in honor of the late John Ludwig, volunteer, civic member, advocate for and lover of Monterey who brought the railroad signal light to Monterey. His wife, Diane, and daughter, Bren-
da, were presented with a plaque at the Monterey Board meeting which will be installed on the railroad signal light he donated to the town that now stands along Chestnut St. beside the roundhouse across from the Depot. John Ludwig was a dutiful and admired member of Monterey who served as a Putnam County Commissioner, was a member
Monterey hosting movies in the park The Town of Monterey kicked off their free and open to the public summer Movie in the Park series on May 29 with the 1994 film “The Little Rascals.” The Movie in the Park series will continue throughout the summer on the last Saturday of the month at Whittaker Park. The June movie is “Homeward Bound: The incredible journey” scheduled for June 26. The movie starts at 8:15 p.m. Come early and enjoy the park playground and splash pad.
Join in at Woodcliff for a singing
Woodcliff Baptist Church, 13100 Woodcliff Rd. in Monterey, will host a singing on Saturday, June 19, featuring Stoney and Beth Buckner at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Join in for song and worship, friendship and fellowship. There will be refreshments following the singing. All are welcome.
of the Monterey Civitan Club, was a charter member of the Monterey Historic Depot Society, Monterey Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, and served on the Standing Stone Historical Society board and Putnam County Agricultural Fair Board. He also volunteered and gave tours of the county to visitors at the Cookeville/
Putnam County Visitors Bureau. “We want to memorialize the gentleman who, in my mind, was only of the greats of not only Monterey but Putnam County as a whole,” Monterey cultural administrator Rafferty Cleary addressed the board, speaking on behalf of the Monterey Historic Depot Society.
The light originally served the Nickel Plate Railroad in Ohio where Ludwig worked as a fireman before moving to Florida, working for BellSouth and raising his family of five children with his wife, Diane. He and Diane retired and moved to Monterey, where Ludwig then began his work volunteering and serving in the community he’d
adopted and adored. Ludwig’s cousin found the discarded signal light in Ohio and Ludwig made a way to bring it home to Monterey and give it to the town. To the shock of the entire county, Ludwig passed away unexpectedly in an ATV accident on July 13,
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Free fishing day spawns events June 12 Tennessee’s 2021 Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 12, when anyone may fish free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters. Academy Sports + Outdoors has generously sponsored this year’s events statewide with fishing gear and giveaways. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency provides the annual free day in hopes of increasing interest in fishing. The day allows anyone the opportunity to try this great outdoor sport to celebrate fishing as a wholesome and healthy recreational opportunity. In addition, children ages 15 and younger may fish without a license begin-
ning on Free Fishing Day through the following Friday, June 18.
Paid for by Cameron Sexton for State Representative, Mark Elmore, Treasurer
The day and week are annual events in Tennessee and are great opportunities
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June 2021
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Monterey Board meets on first Mondays The Town of Monterey holds monthly board meetings open to the public every first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Monterey Municiple Building. It is important for residents to see how the city is being managed and to take advantage of the opportunity use their voices. Everyone who has a vested interest in the town, its direction and prospects, as well as the necessity to understand city processes, programs and issues is encouraged to attend. The town hall meeting will have a sign-in sheet for those who wish to speak and give time for them to bring up important issues for discussion. Join Monterey Pickers on Tuesday nights Come out and enjoy some good ol’ mountain music with the Monterey Pickers on Tuesday nights at about 6 p.m. at the Monterey Farmers Market on Holly St. Weather permitting. Monterey VFW meet first Thursdays VFW Post 6277 meeting time has changed. Post meeting will remain on the first Thursday of every month but will now begin at 7 p.m. VFW Post 6277 is located at 101 South Poplar St., Monterey, TN, and is open to all veterans who have served in a war or conflict. Monterey Senior Center plans programs The Monterey Senior Center has announced it intends to reopen in May. Make plans to check out the Monterey Senior Center. • Exercise– Chair exercises Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. • Bridge– Monday and Thursday at 1 p.m. • Bingo- Thursday at 10 a.m. • Wednesday Socials: 10:30 a.m. 30-attendee maximum for special guest presentations. Make reservations to attend. June 16- Patriotic celebration with Jill Jones-Lazuka. June 23- Storytelling adventures with Drucilla Ray. June 30- Traditional July 4th with Dan and Julie Sheffler. To-go lunch at 11 a.m. • Thursday Extras: 10 a.m. BINGO • Friday Art: 10 a.m. June 11 and June 25 If schools are closed due to inclement weather, the Monterey Senior Center will also be closed.The Center is located at 105 N. Elmore, Monterey, TN. Contact the Senior Center by calling 839-8053. Membership is free for those 60 and over. Come and see what we are all about. Please stop by the center to see what new adventures have been added. Regular center hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The Cottage Thrift Store open The Cottage thrift store at the Monterey United Methodist Church offers new inventory and new pricing. They ask for everyone to exercise precautions, use gloves and masks and will have some available for their shoppers’ safety. Note: if there is a spike in local COVID-19 cases, The Cottage will remain closed. Suicide prevention resources available The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800273-8255) is one such free resource that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for anyone who is in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
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Farmers Market open Monterey Farmers Market is open. Vender permits are available at the Monterey Historic Depot. Call 839-2111 for more information. Monterey Farmers Market is also open and available for yard sales. Hours are Thursday evenings 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Call the Monterey Depot Museum for a permit at 839-2111. SCV active in community The Champ Ferguson- Standing Stone Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) Post 2014 Help preserve Southern Heritage and join in the Capt. Champ Ferguson-Standing Stone #2014 Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV). For more information, contact Jack Looper at 445-2050 or Rooster Barnes at 510-2211. God Save the South! SSHS/Monterey Hometown Project meets The Standing Stone Historical Society/Monterey Hometown Project meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month. The Society plans the annual Standing Stone Day celebration, a local holiday that is observed annually on the second Saturday in October. Monterey Hometown Project meets directly following the Standing Stone Historical Society meeting. Monterey Hometown Project is a group organized under the Standing Stone Historical Society to raise funds to make improvements to the Town of Monterey. FCE Club meets fourth Monday The Monterey Family and Consumer Education Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at the Monterey Senior Center at 6:30 p.m. Civitan Club meets third Tuesdays The Monterey Civitan holds monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Monterey Methodist Church fellowship hall. Anyone interested in joining the Monterey Civitan Club is welcomed and encouraged to come to the meetings. Lions Building for event rental Starting in July, the Monterey Lions Club will be renting out the Club’s building for parties, events and gatherings. The cost is $50 for a 3-hour slot and $100 for an all day event. For those who would like to rent the Monterey Lions Club building for their event, call 931-839-2350. Contact Mike Callahan at 839-2350 for more information. Forms are available at 108 E. Commercial Ave. Join Monterey Disaster Response Team The Monterey Lions Club Disaster Relief is a nonprofit organization meeting the needs of those faced with natural disasters. The team needs donations of water, canned goods and money to make trips to and from disaster areas and also welcomes volunteers to help in relief missions. Contact Ken Hall at 239-3318 to help. Monterey Branch Library open Saturdays Monterey Branch Library is now open on Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Stop by and check out our latest reading materials. On your visit, stay connected, stay well-read and stay active in the community. There is something for everyone at Monterey Branch Library, whether it’s for family leisure time or homeschooling resources. Book Sale- Friends of the Monterey Library Book Sale on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Used book donations are accepted during normal library hours. Story time Wednesdays 11 a.m. Come visit with us at the Monterey Branch Library (MBL) this month and stay connected, stay well-read and stay active in the community. There is something for everyone at Monterey Branch Library, whether it’s for family leisure time or homeschooling resources. 401 E Commercial Ave, Monterey. 839-2103. Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of
counselors, and the most patient of teachers. ― Charles W. Eliot Titus House wants to help Need clothes? We can help! Titus House, 306 W. Crawford Avenue in Monterey, provides free clothing to anyone in need. Titus Hous is open the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon except for September and October when it is open the third Saturday. Titus House accepts donations of clean, dry clothing in bags or boxes. These may be dropped off at Titus House. Please put donations underneath the carport at the end of the Titus House driveway. Titus House appreciates your donations! Titus House is an outreach program of the Monterey Church of Christ. Questions regarding Titus House please call (931) 252-7676. Hike & Bike Meadow Creek Park Continue your active lifestyle during the cold months at Meadow Creek Park. Meadow Creek Park now boasts two miles of completed trail builds for scenic hiking and biking in Monterey, thanks to the UC SORBA volunteer trail builders.The park is located at four miles east of Monterey along Hwy. 64 at 19195 Clarkrange Hwy. Garden Club meets second Tuesdays The Monterey Garden Club meets the second Tuesday of each month. Come and listen to guest speakers, watch demonstrations and get tips for successful gardening. The clubs is active in the Monterey community and offer scholarships to Monterey High School graduates. They would love to have you join them. For more information, please contact Monterey Garden Club President, Jan Stansell at (214) 208-5243 or email montereytngardenclub@yahoo.com. They look forward to seeing you there! Relative caregiver support group meeting Are you raising a relative child or need housing assistance? For more information on assistance and support, please contact Melissa Allison at the Upper Cumberland Development District toll-free at 1-877275-8233. A support group meeting will be held for relatives that are caring for relative children during the month of June 2021. Please contact Melissa Allison at (931) 476-4127 if you are interested in attending this meeting. For housing assistance, while caring for minor child contact Myra Walker at 931-432-4111. About the Upper Cumberland Development District: The Upper Cumberland Development District provides regional planning and assistance to the 14-county Upper Cumberland region to promote economic growth and community enhancement. Find UCDD on the web at www.ucdd.org and at facebook.com/UCDDconnect. Monterey to host Movie in the Park series The Town of Monterey kicked off their summer Movie in the Park series on May 29 with the 1994 film “The Little Rascals.” The Movie in the Park will continue throughout the summer on the last Saturday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Whittaker Park, with the June movie is “Homeward Bound” scheduled for June 26. Commodity distribution set for June 17 The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) will hold a commodities distribution for Putnam County on Thursday, June 17, from 9 a.m. until noon at Trinity Assembly of God Church, The Nest. Sign-up will be available at the distribution site. The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, religion, or disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. This project is funded under a Grant Contract with the State of Tennessee.
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Monterey considering low-frequency radio station
By Rebekah Beeler Scribe publisher
Monterey Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary addressed the Board of Mayor and Aldermen at the meeting on Monday night about potentially starting up Monterey’s own radio station. “Obviously, I have a radio background,” Cleary addressed the board on Monday night. “It’s hard to get that bug out of my blood.” With Cleary’s background in radio broadcasting, his passion for the craft lent him the idea to build a low-frequency AM radio station to serve Monterey’s tourism needs with the purpose of promoting destinations and events. The broadcast would cover approximately three square miles and be accessible within city limits. Cleary estimates the startup costs could be $10-14,000.
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With his background in radio broadcasting, Monterey Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary addresses the board regarding his idea to build the Town its own lowfrequency AM radio station for tourism promotion.
“There are a couple of communities that do this,” he said. “Basically… a little bit of equipment and you can have low frequency [radio]. The idea behind this is to showcase Monterey. The pos-
sibilities are endless with this.” As the idea develops and the prospect of the radio station evolves, should Cleary get the board’s approval for the radio station project, he would like
to see the station also be used to potentially broadcast live music from Tuesday night picking with the Monterey Pickers at the Farmers Market, school plays, concerts and other event functions. “It’s something, I think, could be beneficial to the town,” he said. In other actions: The board passed the ordinance to update safety standards to meet new OSHA regulations. The board voted to approve resolutions to authorize the issuance of water and sewer revenue tax funds of $6 million to finance the water and sewer system extensions and the levy resolution to issue payment of those funds for the new sewer treatment plant.
The board voted to accept a new city employee health insurance plan. Twenty-one of 22 city employees voted for the new plan which will be an additional cost of: $10 for single plans, $20 more for employee and spouse or child plans and $30 more for family plans. The board voted to approve a motion for $4,100 bid on a flow meter at the pump station at Perdue. Mayor Reels announced that Saundra Gilmore was resigning as the director of the Monterey Senior Center as of July 31, asked for a round of applause for her and complimented her hard work and exceptional effort, creating a great program for the senior citizens of Monterey. The center is currently taking
applications for director and has received two. Mayor Reels announced that Dunkin’ Donuts is coming to Monterey and expects it will open at the Monterey Shell Station around the first of September. A city employee was terminated when drug paraphernalia was found in the city’s vehicle the employee drove and after a failed drug screening. A beer board meeting was set for July 17 at 6 p.m. A building and grounds committee meeting was set for June 21, at 6 p.m. Among other items to discuss, the committee wants to consider exterior updates to the CatesGil Medical Building as Dr. Brad Vaughn implements interior updates in his lease agreement for the opening of Monterey Medical in mid-July. Cleary also announced that plans for a big Labor Day event were currently being organized.
Tennessee experiences historic surge in new business New business filings signal renewed confidence in economy New business filings in the first quarter of 2021 grew an astonishing 55.1 percent from 2020 first quarter filings – the largest year-over-year gain in the 28-year history of this data being collected. The Tennessee Quarterly Business and Economic Indicators report issued by Secretary of State Tre Hargett’s office shows that 19,652 entities filed in the first quarter of 2021, the highest quarterly total on record. “This data is an encouraging sign and a strong vote of confidence by Tennesseans and people worldwide investing in our state’s business and entrepreneur-friendly environment,” said Secretary Hargett. The first quarter of 2021 is the third straight quarter where new business filings grew by over 30 percent from the prior year. Typically, a strong annual
gain for any given quarter would be about 15 percent. The record-breaking boom over the last three quarters has roughly doubled or tripled top quarters from the past. Typically, growth in business filings leads to growth in jobs, personal income and state revenue. Tennessee has seen positive yearover-year growth in initial filings for 37 consecutive quarters. National data indicates that online businesses grew substantially during the pandemic, likely explaining Tennessee’s sustained business growth through 2020. Shelby County saw the largest number of new fil-
ings, followed by Davidson, Knox and Hamilton counties. These four most populous counties accounted for 47.9 percent of new filings state-wide. Tennessee’s unemployment rate, currently at 5 percent, continued to edge down from its 15.8 percent high one year ago but remains above pre-pandemic levels. Tennessee unemployment remains below the national rate of 6.1 percent. The state’s labor force participation rate improved to 60.7 percent. “COVID-19 has complicated how we compare economic activity over the past year, but initial
filings for new businesses during the first quarter of 2021 were the highest in history,” said Dr. Bill Fox, the director of the Boyd
Center for Business and Economic Research. “This strong rate of growth signals that Tennessee is experiencing a rapid eco-
nomic rebound from the pandemic.” This report provides a snapshot of the state’s economy based on key indicators, including new business data from the Secretary of State’s Division of Business Services. It’s published through a partnership with the University of Tennessee Knoxville’s Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research and the Secretary of State. To review the complete Q1 2021 Tennessee Quarterly Business and Economic Indicators report, past reports and a teleconference recording about the report with Secretary Hargett and Dr. Fox visit, sos.tn.gov.
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Capitol Hill Week
From Senator Paul Bailey
General Assembly adjourns 2021 session after passing major legislation aiding Tennesseans The Tennessee General Assembly adjourned the 2021 legislative session on May 5 after acting on major bills to increase access to quality health care, strengthen the state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, increase scholarship opportunities for students and help turn around struggling schools. The year began with passage of landmark legislation in a special session to boost student literacy and to recover learning losses suffered in one of the most turbulent school years in state history due to the pandemic. The regular legislative session saw action to strengthen Tennessee’s economic recovery, expand broadband, prepare students for 21st century jobs, protect Second Amendment rights, support the state’s first responders, improve health care, and take care of some of the state’s most vulnerable citizens. The 2021 legislative session will also be remembered for historic “tough on crime – smart on crime” legislation. This includes a bill which passed during the final week to ensure certain violent sex offenders serve 100 percent of
their sentences, as well as numerous bills addressing human trafficking and providing aid to crime victims. It also includes criminal justice reform measures that aim to reduce recidivism and make Tennessee’s communities safer. Bill to increase primary care physicians in state’s rural communities is approved -- A bill I am cosponsoring to increase the number of primary care physicians in Tennessee’s rural communities was approved by the General Assembly before adjourning the 2021 legislative session. Senate Bill 298establishes residency opportunities focusing on family practice, general pediatrics, internal medicine and psychiatry to provide medical and behavioral health services in Tennessee’s underserved and distressed rural counties. Over the past 25 years, the population of Tennessee has doubled, but the number of primary care physician residencies remains frozen at the same amount because of the lack of federal funding since 1996. Under this legislation, rural hospitals and community health centers will have access to these
residents. When these physicians settle in rural communities, they bring not only improved health care to area citizens, but they also bring great economic benefit. Approximately 60% to 70% of doctors stay in the communities where they train. Current workforce projections show Tennessee with a doctor shortage of 1,050 by 2025. The residencies will be open to all graduates of University of Tennessee schools, Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt University. The 20212022 state budget passed last week by the legislature provided an increase of $5.5 million to fund the residencies. The legislation now goes to Governor Bill Lee’s desk for his signature. Rural Teachers/Salary Increases -- Legislation seeking to improve the family budgets of hardworking rural teachers was approved by the full Senate this week. Senate Bill 1338 requires the State Board of Education to increase the minimum salary on the
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Dave Says Smallest to largest
Dear Dave, I’m on Baby Step 2, and I’m working hard to get out of debt. My last two debts are $6,000 on a credit card, and $10,000 on a car loan.I’ll be receiving a $6,000 bonus at work in a couple of weeks, and I was wondering what to do with the money. I’m single, and I make about $45,000 a year, so should Isell the car and get rid of some debt that way, or use the extra money to completely pay off the credit card debt? Aaron Dear Aaron, Just remember the debt snowball—pay off your smallest to largest. In your case, that means knocking out the credit card debt completely, and then attack the car loan with a vengeance.It will be a lot easier once you’re rid of that credit card debt.A $10,000 car with a $45,000 income isn’t unreasonable, but don’t mess around and let that note hang around longer than absolutely necessary. My rule of thumb when it comes to things with motors, wheels—I’m talking about big toys, here— is when they’re all added together, they shouldn’t equal more than half your annual income. You don’t want that much money wrapped up in things that are going down in value.
Dave Ramsey You’re in no danger of that here, but at this point you’re so close to being debt-free you can practically taste it. Follow the plan, Aaron. And stay focused and intense about becoming debt-free. You’re almost there! —Dave
Keep the homeowner’s insurance
Dear Dave, Recently, I made a claim on my homeowner’s insurance for hail damage. It was my first claim ever. Since I’m retired and completely debt-free— including my home—and have over $1 million in the bank, is homeowner’s insurance still a good idea? The house is insured for $250,000, with a $5,000 deductible, and the insurance is about $1,200 a year. Mary Dear Mary, You’re obviously in good financial shape, but I’d still recommend you
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have an up-to-date homeowner’s insurance policy. If something happened to my home or one of my rental properties, I could write a check and replace any of them. But I still have homeowner’s insurance on every single one. It’s just good risk management to transfer the chances of a fire, tornado, or other catastrophic events to homeowner’s insurance.If something disastrous happened, you could write a check to cover the deductible with no problem. But writing a check for $250,000? You’d feel that one. Keep the policy, Mary! —Dave
A calling or a job?
Dear Dave, When it comes to your career and profession, how can you tell if you’ve truly found your calling in life? Tony Dear Tony, I don’t think it’s common for most folks to feel like they’ve experienced some kind of grand revelation, and suddenly they know what they’re supposed to do with their lives. Personally, I believe this kind of thing usually starts out as an activity or idea connected to something they enjoyand want others to experience. Often, that can grow into a job, and then maybe into a career—or even a business. I think it takes a lot of
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How to Win with Money After Graduation Heading into the workforce after college and living on your own is hard enough without a global crisis messing with the job market. But listen, you can make a steady income and win with your money if you make a few smart moves starting right now. Here are my top tips for staying in control of your money, and getting ahead in an unstable job market after graduation: 1. Budget If you’re going to be making any kind of income, you need to be able to plan out how you’ll use every single dollar of it. And you can do that by making (and sticking to) a zero-based budget where your income minus your
Anthony ONeal expenses equals zero. 2. Live below your means That just means living on less money than you make, so you have some margin for saving. Don’t rent a big, fancy apartment when you could save a ton by getting a simple onebedroom. Don’t drive a
new Lexus when you can get by just fine with a used Honda. Get the picture? 3. Have an emergency fund This is key, especially these days, when circumstances can change at any time. You need to have some cash stored away for the stuff that always seems to happen when you’re trying to get on your feet. Start by saving a $1,000 emergency fund. Then, once you’re out of debt, save three to six months of expenses in a fully-funded emergency fund. 4. Look for jobs you wouldn’t normally take Keep in mind you may have to make some sacrifices and work somewhere
that wouldn’t be your “ideal” job until you can find something else. A few places really needing employees right now are restaurant/delivery services, cleaning services, factories and (weirdly enough) airlines. And of course, continue looking for your dream job on websites like Glassdoor, Indeed, FlexJobs, and LinkedIn. 5. Talk to your former teachers If you had a good relationship with your teachers, think about reaching out to them. They might be able to connect you with people in your field who are currently hiring. Plus, they’ll probably like hearing from you). 6. Get a side hustle
If one stream of income isn’t enough, try virtual or in-person tutoring, nannying, dog walking, selling stuff on eBay, freelance writing, managing social media accounts for small businesses, or driving for Lyft or Uber—anything that helps you bring in extra cash. I know it’s hard to think about surviving after graduation when things still seem crazy. But if you’ll just be wise about your work and your money, I promise you’ll be more than okay—you’ll be crushing it! For more tips on stacking your cash, dumping student loan debt, and earning extra income, check out this article.
• • • Anthony ONeal is a #1 national best-selling author, financial expert and host of the popular online series “The Table” on his YouTube channel. He has appeared on Good Morning America, The Tamron Hall Show, The Tom Joyner Show and Rachael Ray, among others. Since 2015, Anthony has served at Ramsey Solutions, where he teaches young adults how to budget, live without debt, avoid student loans, and build real wealth for their future. Follow Anthony on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube or online at anthonyoneal.com.
You’ve clarified and verified your sweet spot, and done all the research necessary to decide how you’ll make the move. Now it’s time to practice the tried and true Proximity Principle. The Proximity Principle says this: In order to do what you want to do, you need to be around people who are doing it and in places where it’s happening. In this stage, I want you to spend time making connections and building relationships. Start looking for ways to volunteer in the industry you want to be in, shadow someone who’s doing what you want to do, check out local meetings, and be prepared to pick lots of people’s brains over coffee. Let me be clear for a moment: Because you’re not taking any leaps, you’re still going to be working your old job while you’re practicing the Proximity Principle and finding money to fund your transition. That’s okay. You may hate your job today, but tomor-
row, you’re going to turn hate into great. When you’re on this plan, you’ll come to a point where you no longer think about your current job as something you hate, because now it’s a tool that’s funding your future. So, be grateful for your current position. After all, it’s a big part of the reason you can take baby steps and switch careers the right way! • • • Ken Coleman is the nationally syndicated radio host of The Ken Coleman Show and #1 national best-selling author. He has been featured in Forbes, appeared on Fox News, Fox Business Network, and the Rachel Ray Show. Since 2014, he has served at Ramsey Solutions, where he offers expert advice to help thousands of people every day discover what they were meant to do and how to land their dream job. Follow Ken on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook , and YouTube or at kencoleman. com.
Career coaching with Ken Coleman Create a strategic plan for a new career I’ve heard every excuse in the book for people not leaving jobs they hate. No matter the excuse, it always comes down to fear and doubt—fear of failing, fear that time has passed them by, fear of what others will say, and doubting they have what it takes to succeed in something different. But it’s time to address one fear that comes up again and again because of my connection with Dave Ramsey: I’m afraid to switch careers while I’m working on Baby Step 2. If it doesn’t work out, I’ll only be deeper in debt. For those of you who may not be familiar with Dave Ramsey’s plan, Baby Step 2 is when you get out debt by using the debt snowball. You live on rice and beans, get a second job, and do whatever else you can to dump all your debt, except for your mortgage. I get it. You don’t want to
Ken Coleman rock the boat by changing careers during something like this. It feels risky, and that’s the last thing you need when you’re on Baby Step 2. But what if I told you switching careers while you’re in debt doesn’t have to be risky at all? The truth is, you don’t have to rock the boat by switching careers. You would only rock the boat if you jumped while the boat was still miles away from the dock. Instead, you need to move the boat (your dream job) as close to the dock as possible. When you take careful steps, not only does switching careers while in debt become possible, but it also starts to work out in your favor.
How, you ask? Create a strategic plan, and take baby steps. Yep, we take baby steps here, too. Follow these three steps, and you’ll be moving at the right pace and in the right direction: Step 1: Clarify and Verify First, I want you to make sure what you think you’d rather be doing really is your sweet spot. Remember, your sweet spot is the point where your greatest talent, greatest passion and mission intersect. That means, not only are you really good at it, but you love doing it, and the result of the work matters to you. Start by making a list of your natural gifts, passions and values. How does that list line up with what you’re currently doing and what you could be doing in a different job? Don’t be afraid to bring in a few people who know you well and will speak truth to you. Ask them if they believe what you’re thinking about doing lines up with any talents and passions they’ve noticed in you.
Step 2: Research! Research is a big part of moving the boat up to the dock before you step onto it. In this phase, I want you to ask questions like: • What positions can I find in my city that meet my sweet spot criteria? • What qualifications or certifications do I need to make the career move? • If the new job requires certifications I don’t have, how much is it going to cost me to get those? • How long will it take to do everything I need to do in order to get that dream position? You probably noticed some of those questions involve dollar signs. Even if you need to spend some money for certifications or courses, it’s possible to do it without slowing down your debt snowball momentum. Adjust your budget and make sacrifices where you can. Pick up a side gig, or even have a big, old-fashioned yard sale. Step 3: Practice the Proximity Principle
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MHS class holds 61st reunion The Monterey High School Class of 1960 met on Saturday, June 5, for their 61st Class Reunion at the Golden Corral in Cookeville. Of the 19 classmates, 13 were able to attend. They had intended to hold a big special reunion for their 60th last year, but it was canceled due to the pandemic. Nevertheless, the MHS Class of 1960 met, visited, ate, talked, and reacquainted themselves with those they’d shared the halls of Monterey High with all those years ago. With their Wildcat spirit spurred, their memories flooded in like the chimes of a clock that had counted the hours until they graduated 61 years before. You could almost hear the MHS alma mater being sung, “…Our guardian angel, dear MHS. To thee! To thee!”
• FISHING • Continued from 1A to introduce children to the enjoyment and excitement of a day on the water catching fish. Many events are returning this year following being cancelled last year due to the pandemic. The TWRA is among several organizations planning special fishing events, primarily for youngsters. The TWRA annually stocks several thousand pounds of fish for various events. A special thanks goes to Academy + Sports and other local sponsors for their support of Free Fishing events across Tennessee. For a list of the events, visit the TWRA website at www.tnwildlife.org. Anglers and potential anglers should check the events list often since special events are frequently added. Free Fishing Day and
• CODES • Continued from 1A municipal code which allows the mayor’s authority to appoint legal counsel for the Town. The board’s only authority in that matter was for them to decide on the compensation the appointed counsel would receive. Mullins said his compensation would be the same as the previous attorney, Brett Knight, at $150/hour. Citing municipal codes, Mullins defined the codes officer position and the authority to hire for it. “It is my understanding that Mayor Reels is acting as the city administrator,” Mullins said. “My position would be that he, as the city administrator, would have that ability to designate someone in that capacity.” Mullins also presented on the position should the board see the codes officer as a city employee. The municipal codes allow for appointments on all vacancies of classified service, which Mullins said included codes inspector, to be filled my promotional employment, original employment, transfer or demotion, and all appointments shall be initiated by the mayor, and confirmed by the board of mayor and alderman. “If we are going to follow the municipal code that really the only job the board would have to do tonight would be to confirm the appointment,” Mullins said. Mullins continued that the board could refuse to confirm the appointment, but the mayor could also con-
Photos submitted Thirteen classmates attended the Monterey High School Class of 1960 Reunion Pictured are from left: Roger Nichols, Wanda Selby, Glenda Norrod, Jim Parrott, Wanda Williams, Bobby Tosh, Eileen Gaw, Sue Ann Dunn, Harold Garrett, Delois Randolph, David Whittaker, Geraldine Buttram, and James Chaffin.
Week apply to Tennessee’s public waters, TWRA owned and operated lakes, and state park facilities. Some privately owned pay lakes and ponds continue to charge during this special day and week. Anglers will need to consult with those operators if there are any questions about a facility.
Beginners invited to learn how to fish at Edgar Evins State Park Experts with Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunting and Fishing Academy hosting free fishing experience in June Tennessee Wildlife Federation, one of the largest and oldest nonprofits dedicated to conserving our state’s wildlife and natural
tinue to bring the appointee back to the board to confirm. “As far as the municipal codes go, though, I think you need to follow it and follow it to a T. I stated what I said. I think that’s the way it goes. I think that’s the way the code reads. I think that’s what you have to do… I don’t really think the board has any opinion as comes to this point in time,” Mullins said. “That would be my opinion based upon this municipal code.” “I think that is a terrible opinion,” Alderman Nathan Walker said. Alderwoman Amy Martin read the municipal code that stated the mayor could appoint to fill vacancies for all positions except for alderman and asked Mullins for clarification. “You, as a board, could play this stalemate ‘til kingdom come, I suppose,” Mullins said. “But as we said here, who’s that affecting? That’s affecting the citizens of Monterey that codes are not being enforced and essentially could have detrimental effects on some citizens getting hurt because the codes aren’t being enforced the proper way… someone’s going to be hurt because codes aren’t going to be enforced… there’s going to be an unfortunate situation that the city’s going to be sued over some type of detrimental problem. And, furthermore, the city could be further negligent in that they didn’t act in an appropriate time to enforce a codes official and
resources, invites the public to learn how to fish at Edgar Evins State Park. The experience is free and will be held on Saturday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT. First-time or novice anglers can sign up using this link. The Federation’s Hunting and Fishing Academy program provides engaging, hands-on instruction in the art of being an outdoorsman through multi-day, immersive experiences. Participants are mentored by local guides and volunteer Hunt Masters, who are highly-trained, sportsmen and women along with Federation staff. Rods, reels, bait, and bottled water will be provided. Participants must have a valid fishing license in order to participate. Learn more about Hunting and Fishing Academy and other opportunities at tnwf.org/academy. that could be more liability on the city’s part.” Wiggins said, “I think the Civil Service Act preempts everything.” Wiggins also challenged the mayor’s presence at Civil Service Board meetings, and said no elected officials were allowed to attend. Chairman Jon Phillips contended that at some of those meetings Reels did attend, he only observed and didn’t interject. Phillips added that the board acts independently without outside interjections when screening and deciding on potential city employees. “There’s a difference between an employee and an independent contractor, which is what these two employees fall under. They’re not receiving the benefits of the Town of Monterey,” Reels said. “I look at the applications. I have no input in them…I just want to know who has applied,” Reels said. Martin inquired as to the origin of the special-called meeting since it was called by letterhead bearing the names of Wiggins, Farley, Walker, Foster, Looper, and Whitaker to the exclusion of herself and Garcia. Martin asked, “The six of you, how did it come about that we received letters from six of you? When did you speak? Did you speak together? Did you have a private meeting? Or did you have a phone chain? Or did you have mental telepathy… and why were Alex and I not consulted prior to getting the letter?”
Food drive set for June 19
Photo courtesy of Butterfly Blessing Effect
Pictured are Lanelle Godsey, Sherry Bilbrey, Pam Russell, Karen Ritacco, and Sarah Nelson after the recent unveiling of the blessing box at Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency’s Cookeville office, 580 S. Jefferson Ave. A Butterfly Blessing Effect will also be holding a food drive set for June 19, from 9-11 a.m. at that UCHRA’s Cookeville location.
Church Directory Bible Holiness Church 144 Dripping Springs Rd. 839-6268 Columbia Hill Baptist 1226 Columbia Hill Rd. 445-3066 Church of God in Christ 2704 Muddy Pond Rd. 445-7782 Familia Dios 119 W. Commercial Ave. 839-7011 First Baptist Church of Monterey 106 N. Chestnut St. 839-2971 Full Gospel Assembly 9396 Monterey Hwy. 839-6411 Hanging Limb Baptist 1421 Hanging Limb Hwy. 445-3283 Hope in Christ Fellowship 315 E. Peter Ave. 833-315-4673 Mill Creek Baptist 5221 Mill Creek School Rd. 520-7801 Mineral Springs First Baptist Church 4038 Hanging Limb Hwy.839-3538 Monterey Apostolic Church
1109 Buckner Rd. 839-8416 Monterey Church of Christ 308 W. Crawford Ave. 839-2660
Pilgrim Christian Fellowship 3068 Muddy Pond Rd. 445-7160
Monterey Community Church 301 E. Commercial Ave. 839-2119
Primera Iglesia Evangel Jesus Baptist Church 200 S Chestnut St. 839-3399
Monterey First Assembly of God 1050 N. Chestnut St. 839-8103
Sand Springs Baptist 9388 Sand Springs Church Rd. 839-3131
Monterey Freewill Baptist 311 S. Elm St. 839-3433 Monterey First Church of the Nazarene 110 N. Poplar St. 839-2609 Monterey Wesleyan Church 300 E. New Ave. 584-0133 Monterey United Methodist Church 124 N. Holly St. 839-2597 Monterey Wesleyan Church Pastor Ted Stepp 9315840133 330 E New Ave
445-2140
Second Freewill Baptist Church of Monterey 855 E. Commercial Ave. 839-3752 Shady Grove Freewill Baptist 2175 Stamps-Shady Grove Rd. Standing Stone Baptist Church 914 N. Chestnut St. 267-5072 Standing Stone Church of Christ 385 N. Elmore St. Victory Christian Center 125 S. Oak St. 839-6068
Monterey Worship Center 120 E. Commercial Ave. 839-2702
Vine Ridge Baptist 602 Vine Ridge Rd. 445-3414
Muddy Pond Independent Baptist Church 3449 Muddy Pond Rd.
Woodcliff Baptist Church 13100 Woodcliff Rd. 839-8465
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June 2021
MHS Class of 2021 celebrates with graduate parade
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Monterey Senior Class of 2021 cruises down Commercial Ave. on May 15 for a car parade in celebration of their graduation.
Photo by David and Kim Montgomery
Madye Montgomery, below, is ready to hit the road for the Monterey High School 2021 graduate car parade with her trusty sidekick Archie.
Photo by Jenny South Reed
Bye, MHS! It’s never easy to say goodbye, but with their memories of Monterey High, the graduating class of 2021 will forever keep their Wildcat spirit with them no matter where they may go.
Enter in the 2022 Tennessee Wildlife Calendar photo contest The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is now accepting entries for its 2022 photo contest for publication in Tennessee Wildlife’s annual calendar. All interested photographers are invited to submit up to 10 of their best photos on fishing, hunting, boating, and wildlife species native to Tennessee. In the past, the calendar had been the summer issue of Tennessee Wildlife magazine and began in August. The new format will begin in January 2022 and run through December 2022. Photographers must submit their photo entries by the deadline on Sept. 30. Photos must be horizontal (landscape), in JPEG format, and submitted online at https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/ forms/photo_submissions
• LIGHT • Continued from 1A 2016, at the age of 81. He never saw the work on the signal light project begin. “It’s been laying there, now six years,” Historic Depot Society President Jim Basham said, glad to see the project to completion. About a year ago, the Society began planning the restoration and installation of the Ludwig Lamp. Basham said Larry Vaden built the center support base for the light and that they had an electrician to do the rewiring. The town dug the hole for the concrete pad and installed it. Between the society, the
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town of Monterey, the individuals volunteering their time and talents, hiring, wiring, engineering and even working with the Nashville museum to acquire lenses and other components needed for the 20-foot light to be functional, Basham was especially thrilled they were able to “do the finish-work on it and make it look neat” for the town, complete with blinking lights. They asked Thatcher Sales and Erectors to pour the concrete pad for the light’s foundation and they were able to fit that in with their work at Bee Rock Park. He added that someone also graciously
donated the money for the concrete work. “We didn’t have to spend any money on it, and that was awesome,” he said. Basham said he’d also like to see the area around the light landscaped with railroad ties and flowers. “We’re extremely proud to have this light standing outside the museum,” Cleary said. “Most importantly, it pays tribute to the late John Ludwig.” The Ludwig Lamp now stands in his memory, lighting the way as a beacon of his legacy of selfless civil servitude and community-minded charisma.
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Proof postitive: Roku has a ‘Hart’ As you can imagine, I watch a lot of television; routinely writing entertainment reviews means staying up-to-date on the latest in television and cinema, including trends in technology. Therefore, when a new idea comes along that promises to keep television fresh and fun to watch, I’m happy to check it out and share my thoughts. By now I am sure most of you have heard of Roku. If you haven’t, you likely have something similar to one in your home, such as an Apple TV, an Amazon Fire Stick or basically any device that lets you stream from platforms like Netflix or Hulu on your television. Recently, Roku started rolling out their own original content through the Roku Channel, which is easily found on every Roku device. Right now there are several new star-studded shows to choose from and they are all free to watch as a complete season. I have watched a couple of these Roku originals, but the best one I have seen so far is called “Die Hart.” Yes, you read that right, Hart with a “T.” The show stars Kevin Hart, who plays a fictionalized version of himself. In the show’s first episode, Hart is seen being interviewed about an upcoming project he has with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, where he is once again playing Johnson’s comical sidekick. Disillusioned with his career, Hart decides to pursue his dream of be-
• SESSION • Continued from 4A state salary schedule by the same percentage as any increase in funds made to the instructional component of the Basic Education Program (BEP). By doing so, it will ensure that the lowest paid teachers within Tennessee will receive the raises. The legislation now goes to Governor Bill Lee’s desk for his signature. General Assembly approves Medical Cannabis Commission -- The General Assembly approved legislation this week to create the Tennessee Medical Cannabis Commission. Senate Bill118calls for the commission to make recommendations to the General Assembly on ways to implement an effective, patient-centered medical cannabis program in Tennessee upon the rescheduling of marijuana from the Schedule I list of federally controlled substances. The
• MONEY• Continued from 4A time, reflection, insight, and self-evaluationbefore anythingcan be termed a calling. I know this is true in some cases, because that’s how it happened with me. I can’t honestly tell you that when I first started on radio, or began formallyteaching and writingI knew it was God’s plan for my life. I knew early on I was drawn to it, and felt there was a need for it, but it took a while for me to understand and
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ing an action star himself. To do this, he is encouraged to go to action star school under the tutelage of renowned instructor Ron Wilcox, played by John Travolta. Though Wilcox’s former students have seen their careers skyrocket, Hart finds his untraditional teaching methods to be more dangerous than educational. “Die Hart” is one of the most clever shows I have seen in a while. Kevin Hart is as funny as ever and the perfect complement to John Travolta’s intimidating and slightly menacing Ron Wilcox. They play off of each other well and leave you wanting more in every episode. The show will also keep you guessing about whether Hart is really ever in danger or if his fear of Wilcox is based on the fact that he’s not really cut out to be an action star after all. By the end of the season, you have your answer. “Die Hart” would be an entertaining show no matter what platform it aired. What makes it and the other Roku originals so unique is the fact that each episode is very short. Each one only runs about 6-8
minutes. This is a format that has worked well with a lot of web series over the years. If you’ve never seen one with abbreviated episodes like this, you might be surprised at how a story can unfold in such a short time. The fact that Roku has now adopted this format featuring such big-name actors leads me to believe that we’re going to be seeing a lot more of this in the near future. Personally, I like the idea of that. With so many choices on television, shorter episodes sounds like the perfect way to find the time to watch everything you want. As of now, unless you have a Roku you won’t have access to these Roku originals. The good news is that you can purchase a basic Roku for less than $30 and the setup is quick and easy. So if you don’t already have a streaming device, this might be the perfect option for you because, I would imagine, Roku is already in the process of delivering more original content soon.
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current classification of marijuana by the federal government makes it illegal to use the drug, even for medicinal purposes. In addition, the bill adds to the list of current patients who are legally allowed to bring .9% THC oil-only products into the state of Tennessee for personal use. Currently those with epilepsy and seizures qualify. This legislation adds eight other qualifying conditions to the list which includes: cancer, ALS and Multiple Sclerosis. Under the bill, patients with qualifying conditions must have an attestation letter from their physician indicating their specific condition. The bill now moves to Governor Bill Lee’s desk and will become effective upon his signature. Critical Race Theory/ K-12 classrooms -- The Senate and House of Representatives both approved legislation this week pro-
hibiting classroom instruction that teaches students the U.S. is fundamentally racist or that an individual’s moral character is determined by race. Instead, the legislation encourages curriculum that teaches impartial instruction on historical oppression of certain groups, while maintaining a belief in the constitution and American democracy. Senate Bill 623 ensures that Critical Race Theory, which teaches that racism is ingrained in U.S. institutions and that the history of the country is defined by power relationships based on race, is not taught in K-12 public schools in Tennessee. If LEAs are found to be in violation of this statute, then state education funds shall be withheld until there is evidence the LEA is no longer teaching Critical Race Theory in the classroom.
accept that it was what I was really meant to do. I hope this helps a little bit, Tony. Just be honest with yourself, think about it, and pray about it a lot, too. God wants what’s best for you, so make sure you include Him in everything. It worked for me. I’ve been doingwhat I do for nearly three decades now, and I still love it. I’m convinced that it is God’s calling on my life. —Dave
time #1 national bestselling author, personal finance expert, and host of The Ramsey Show, heard by more than 18 million listeners each week. He has appeared on Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, Today Show, Fox News, CNN, Fox Business, and many more. Since 1992, Dave has helped people regain control of their money, build wealth and enhance their lives. He also serves as CEO for Ramsey Solutions.
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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: SUPERHEROES ACROSS 1. Golf club handle 5. Aviation safety agency 8. Although, for short 11. “Give me your tired, your ____....” 12. Homecoming guest 13. PhD in Great Britain 15. Legendary NFL quarterback Graham 16. Like Old Mother Hubbard’s cupboard 17. Propelled like Argo 18. *Batman’s romantic interest 20. Wildebeests 21. Use the other end of a pencil 22. Cherry middle 23. *Thor’s weapon 26. Brays like a donkey 30. Another word for Tokyo 31. Makes a sum (2 words) 34. *Like The Joker 35. Without self-control 37. Black gold 38. Buddy 39. Site of Leaning Tower 40. Canvas ceiling fan 42. *____man, one of original X-Men 43. Comes to the fore
45. *____ Woman, first female in the Justice Society of America 47. “Rub A Dub Dub” vessel 48. Paralysis-causing disease, for short 50. Smoothie berry 52. *a.k.a. the Caped Crusader 55. “Encore!” 56. Pupil’s place 57. Like Arizona in summer 59. *Ben Grimm of “It’s clobberin’ time!” fame, with The 60. Eyeglasses glass 61. Buggy terrain 62. Gingerbread creation 63. *Superhero creator, Stan ____ 64. Eurasian duck DOWN 1. Government Printing Office 2. Campus military acronym 3. Letter before kappa 4. For the time being, Latin (2 words) 5. Basic drumming pattern, pl. 6. Saints’ crowns 7. End of grace 8. Through, for short 9. Hie, third person sin-
gular 10. Not new or borrowed or blue 12. “All ____!” 13. Motherless calf 14. *Wakanda’s Black ____ 19. Make havoc 22. Coach’s locker room speech 23. Oodles 24. ____ one, on a pass 25. *Mighty ____ 26. *Known to say: “You wouldn’t like me when I’m angry” 27. Steer clear 28. Grimace in pain 29. More cunning 32. Make pretty, two words 33. Break a commandment 36. *America’s title 38. Vienna Boys’ group 40. Public house, for short 41. Devoid of reverence 44. Seeking damages 46. Wondering ones 48. Put through a blender 49. Offer two cents 50. Turkish honorific 51. Jealous biblical brother 52. Perfect houseplant spot 53. Bob ____, famous boxing promoter 54. Cat o’how many tails? 55. Cash dispenser 58. Morning condensation
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Monterey names June 1 ‘Dr. Larry Reed Day’
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Following a love for life celebration in honor of Dr. Larry Reed was held at the home of his beloved sister, Wanda Thurmond-Balsley, on May 29, Mayor Reels signed a proclamation on June 1 declaring June 1, 2021, Dr. Larry Reed Day in honor of one of Monterey’s most distinguished, admired and favorite sons. Reels read the proclamation at the June 7 board meeting and the board voted and made it official.
June 1, 2021 Whereas, the Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen wish to honor and remember Dr. Larry Reed for his decades of service and dedication to the Town of Monterey; and Whereas, Dr. Larry Reed selflessly gave of himself through labor, resources and donations for decades for the betterment of the resident of Monterey; and Whereas, Dr. Larry Reed was a staunch supporter of Live Well Medical Clinic and Spa and was the sponsoring doctor for the clinic providing a much-needed acute care and routine care clinic to the citizens of Monterey and surrounding communities; and Whereas, Dr. Larry Reed, without fanfare, gave to numerous civic organizations and other private groups with the sole intention of doing all within his ability to provide resources to help the people who call Monterey home; and Therefore, the Town of Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen are proclaiming that June, 1, 2021, will be known as the Dr. Larry Reed Day in the Town of Monterey, Tennessee. Mayor JJ Reels
Coming Together Again
UCDD to host annual Upper Cumberland Senior & Caregiver Expo In tough times, communities find strength in people and people find strength in their communities. In the past year, we’ve seen this time and again in the Upper Cumberland region as friends, neighbors, and businesses have found new ways to support each other. In our community, older adults are a key source of this strength. Through their experiences, successes, and difficulties, they have built resilience that helps them to face new challenges. When communities tap into this, they become stronger too. For nearly two decades, the Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Disability has held the Senior & Caregiver Expo. The year 2020 brought many new challenges and many opportunities for the community to come together and rise above. Unable to meet in person in 2020, the UCAAAD is excited to announce this year’s theme is “Stronger
Together,” recognizing the important role older adults play in fostering the connection and engagement
that build strong, resilient communities. At this time, plans are being made to hold an in-person event at
Life Church of Cookeville in a safe manner this fall. The 2021 Senior and Caregiver Expo is scheduled to
take place Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Life Church in Cookeville, TN. Strength is built not only by bold acts but also small ones of day-to-day life: a conversation shared with a friend, delivering essential items to a neighbor, or by choosing a more positive attitude. And when we share these activities with others, even virtually or by telling about the experience later, we help them build resilience, too. This year the UCAAAD will celebrate our community’s strengths at the 2021 Senior & Caregiver Expo. Together, we can find strength and create a stronger future. When people of different ages, backgrounds, abilities, and talents share experiences through action, story, or service, we help build strong communities. And that’s something to celebrate! Please join the UCAAAD in strengthening our community by planning to attend our an-
nual Senior & Caregiver Expo on Oct. 26. Opportunities are available for sponsorships for this year’s Expo event. The UCAAAD is currently seeking businesses and organizations to partner together to help make for another successful Senior and Caregiver Expo here in the Upper Cumberland. For more details about sponsorships or general information, please contact Sara Martin at smartin@ ucdd.org, or Clare Farless at cfarless@ucdd.org, at 931-432-4111. About the Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD), a division of the Upper Cumberland Development District: UCAAAD connects older adults and adults with disabilities in the 14-county Upper Cumberland region with services and resources to improve their quality of life. Find the AAAD on the web at www.ucdd.org and facebook.com/UCDDconnect.