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Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon

Witherspoon to seek second term Gibson County Mayor Tom ‘Spoon’ Witherspoon is pleased to announce his bid for re-election in the upcoming 2014 elections. “It has been a tremendous honor and privilege to serve the good people of Gibson County as their mayor over the past three plus years. We have seen many challenges come our way during that time and I am very proud of how hard we have worked as team to overcome them as best we can,� said Witherspoon.

Witherspoon pointed to the continuing efforts underway regarding workforce and economic development. “There continues to be far too many hard-working people in our county left without opportunity. We have seen some recent success to help offset the job losses endured over the past five years however we should be ever see page 2

2013: The year in review July 3, 2013 The Dyer Station Celebration and Kenton White Squirrel Celebration kicked off their Fourth of July festivals last week.

The Dyer Station committee held their opening ceremony June 27at the Dyer VFW. Tom Lannom was recognized as this year’s DSC Grand Marshall.

The Kenton White Squirrel Festival held opening ceremony on June 29. A crowd, the largest ever, gathered at the Kenton Youth Center. Billy “Pee Wee�

Wyrick was the Kenton White Squirrel Festival Grand Marshall this year.

July 10, 2013 Two lightning strikes in the past 30 days on Gibson County’s 911 emergency communications system have caused an undetermined amount of damage.

Lightning struck the Gibson County 911 Center Control tower located in Dyer around 9 a.m. during a brief thunderstorm Monday morning on July 1st. Gibson County dispatcher Gail Wallace was on the phone at the time if the strike and she heard a loud boom right before the communications system crashed. The lightning strike knocked out telephone lines and radio systems within see page 11

BY CRYSTAL BURNS The Gibson County Special School District (GCSSD) board voted last Thursday to use technology grant money to upgrade its infrastructure.

The district received $285,000 in grant money that must be used to help schools prepare for online PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) testing. The funding is a one-time lump sum that must be spent by June 30.

PARCC is a consortium of 18 states plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands working together to develop a common set of K-12 assessments in English and math. The PARCC assessments will be ready for states to administer during the 2014-15 school year.

PARCC states include Arizona,

Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, New Mexico, NewYork, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Tennessee.

PARCC received a $186 million grant through the U.S. Department of Education’s Race to the Top assessment competition.

Kary Parchman, GCSSD Technology Coordinator, said the district is ahead of surrounding school systems in terms of equipment and can use the money to improve its infrastructure. “We didn’t need as many devices as everybody else needed, so we were able to focus on infrastructure,� she said.

Parchman presented bids for HP switch, network drop, a mobile cart, and Aruba see page 3

TECHNOLOGY UPDATE - Kary Parchman, Technology Coordinator for the Gibson County Special School District, updated board members on classroom technology and needs throughout the system. Parchman showed the board a Lenovo Twist, a laptop/tablet combo, used by GCSSD teachers.

Major Milestone

Juvenile court handles over 5,000 cases yearly

WILKINS WINS 750 GAMES - Gibson County High School Lady Pioneer basketball coach Mitch Wilkins and his wife Jane are surrounded by the Lady Pioneers after a special ceremony honoring him last week. Wilkins was presented with a plaque to mark the milestone 750th game win. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

Gibson Co. Coach Wilkins reaches 750 career wins

BY LORI CATHEY Gibson County Lady Pioneer basketball coach Mitch Wilkins has achieved a major milestone.

On November 30, 2013 Wilkins earned his 750th career victory with a 54-38 win over Humboldt Lady Vikings at Humboldt. At the time of the win he wasn’t aware it was his 750th until his son Mark Wilkins told him after the game.

Last week on January 7th, the Lady Pioneers again faced the Lady Vikings, this time at home.

During intermission Wilkins was honored

with a plaque in a special ceremony by Gibson County Athletic Director David Brewer. The 750 coaching victories are a combination of his years with boys’ basketball teams as well as his two years of coaching the Gibson County girls’ basketball team.

Wilkins said of the milestone, “I don’t keep up with that; I’m not big on numbers. I just go out and take it one game at a time. I just try to help the young kids reach their full potential on and off see page 3

First female chief of police appointed by Kenton City Board

BY CINDY EAST The City of Kenton Board of Mayor and Alderpersons have named Shelia Barnes as the city’s new Chief of Police. The city board met on Tuesday, January 7.

Mayor Virginia Davidson, alderpersons Faye Sharp, Deloris Agee, Tim Johns, Angie Taylor, Wade Simpson and Sarah Skinner were all present, along with City Recorder Shayna Jackson.

Barnes is the first African-American woman to hold the position of Police Chief in Obion County. She has been a member of the Kenton Police Department for eight years and has acted as interim police chief twice. She has been acting chief since the December resignation of former chief Kyle Kirk, who has taken a position with the Obion County Sheriff’s Department.

Mayor Virginia Davidson told the board she had numerous people to tell her Barnes would make a good chief. “Shelia has been acting chief in the past, when Steve Meeks left and now with Kyle. I would like to recommend her as chief. It is the right thing to do to give her a chance to be Chief of Police and the town wants it,� said Davidson.

Alderwoman Faye Sharp said, “She is vested in Kenton, has a home here and I think she is good choice.�

Sharp made a motion to appoint Barnes as Chief of Police. The board voted unanimously in favor of

Barnes.

Barnes said, “I am honored. I’ve been here for eight years and I love this town and its people. I will work see page 11

NEW CHIEF OF POLICE - Shelia Barnes (center) has been named the new Chief of Police for the City of Kenton. Barnes is the first AfricanAmerican female police chief in Obion County.

Kenton Alderperson Angie Taylor, (left) who is commissioner of the Police Department and Mayor Virginia Davidson congratulate Barnes.

BY STEVE SHORT Gibson Co. Juvenile Court handles up to 125 cases per week and between 5,000 and 6,000 cases yearly, members of the County Commission were told Monday morning, January 13.

The Commission met in regular session for the first time in 2014 and approved a budget transfer of $5,000 in the County Clerk’s office to help manage Juvenile Court records.

The Commission also asked employees to pay half of a $64 increase on monthly healthcare insurance costs.

Com. Butch Shelton, Chairman of the Juvenile Court Committee, gave a report on the court and collections of fees that have been made in recent years.

Records from Oct. 2010 through Nov. 2013 show the county Juvenile Court collected $239,777.15 in fees. Over $12,000 in court see page 12

Gibson Co. to add more Medical First Responders

BY LORI CATHEY Twenty-nine volunteer firefighters from all over Gibson County participated in a Medical First Responder class on January 9, 2014.

The class is designed to add more medical first responders throughout the county. The class is paid for from the training part of the AFG Fire Fighter Grant the county received last year.

Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon said, “We are truly blessed in Gibson County to have so many volunteers that are willing to help our community and their fellow man. The role of the First Responder has never been more critical than it is today with Gibson General closing.�

Gibson County Fire Chief Bryan Cathey said, “We want to be able to see page 2

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Gibson Co. to add more Medical First Responders

GIBSON COUNTY MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDER CLASS – Gibson County Fire Chief Bryan Cathey, Gibson County EMS Director Starr Arnold and Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon meet with some of the members of the Medical First Responder class held last Thursday. The class is designed to add more Medical First Responders throughout the county. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

TRAIN/CAR COLLISION - Gibson County Sheriff’s Department, Gibson County EMS and Gibson County Station 9 Rescue were dispatched north of Rutherford near the old dump road for an MVA train versus vehicle. The driver of the car was not injured in the crash. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

from page 1 get medically trained responders to people in need of help during a medical emergency as quick as possible.”

Mayor Witherspoon added that Medical First Responders are based out of Gibson County Fire Stations at Spring Hill, Moore’s Chapel, Brazil, Gann, Fruitland, Medina Station 8 and Station 9 Rescue in Rutherford. First Responders are also based out of stations at Humboldt Area Rescue Squad and in the City Fire Departments of Bradford, Dyer, Trenton, Medina, Milan, and Yorkville.

There are 38 First Responders on the Gibson County Volunteer Fire Department and they responded to 357 medical first responder calls in 2013. These numbers do not include the City First Responders, Humboldt Rescue First Responders or calls made by the Humboldt Rescue or the cities’ first responders.

Gibson County 911 dispatches all First Responders. They are dispatched to help Gibson County ambulances on all wrecks with injuries, heart attacks, CPR calls, gun shots, stabbings, chest pain, difficulty breathing, falls and any emergency that

the ambulance has a 10minute or longer response time. First Responders sometimes are needed to drive the ambulance to the hospital or help the EMTs or paramedics in the back of the ambulance. With Gibson General Emergency Room closing on January 17 it will take more time for people in need of emergency care to get to an emergency room. Chief Cathey estimates that it will take 10 to 15 minutes longer to get injured or sick people to an emergency room from the cities and the areas around Dyer, Rutherford, Yorkville, Kenton, Trenton, Spring Hill and Brazil.

Doug Lockard, the EMS Director in 2002, started the First Responder program in Gibson County. Doug received a federal grant to start the program with the idea that volunteer firefighters stationed all over Gibson County could get to a medical emergency very quickly. By getting medically trained firefighters to the emergency quick it would improve the chance of a better outcome for the patients. The First Responders have radio contact with the ambulance and helicopter that is coming to the emergency and are able to relay vital medical information to them.

To be a medical First

Responder in Tennessee you have to pass an 80hour class and then pass the national registry. Each first responder has to have six hours of in service training every year and every two years they have to take a 16-hour refresher class to keep their certification. The refresher class cost each First Responder $50 and then another $30 to renew their license. The First Responders do not get paid.

They are all volunteers. All First Responders fall under the supervision of Gibson County EMS Director Starr Arnold, the County Medical Director and the State Medical Board.

Mayor Tom Witherspoon said, “I couldn’t thank our volunteers enough or express my appreciation enough for the great work they do each and every day for our citizens. They all deserve our support and respect.”

Gibson County EMS Director Starr Arnold said, “The First Responders will be a great help to us at Gibson County EMS. With Gibson General closing there will be a very large area to cover. The First Responders will help us on response time and help by giving quality patient care quickly. It will help us to be more efficient in our care and treatment of the patient.”

Train collides with car on tracks On Friday, January 3, 2014 around 1:25 p.m.

Gibson County Sheriff’s Department, Gibson County EMS and Gibson County Station 9 Rescue were dispatched north of Rutherford near the old dump road for an MVA train versus vehicle.

Upon arriving the first responders found an elderly

lady from Weakley County in a white Ford Fiesta facing north on the railroad tracks with the train against the passenger rear of the vehicle. The vehicle had been driven down the train tracks approximately a halfmile to the place where the accident occurred.

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locked the brakes down on the train to attempt to stop. The speed of the train slowed tremendously but was unable to stop and it hit the rear of the car.

“Judging by the snow on the vehicle the patient and the vehicle had been at this location since Wednesday night or Thursday morning,” Gibson County Fire Captain/EMT Zach Marbrey said. “The last time a train ran those tracks was Monday. The driver of the car was not injured at all from the crash but due to her confusion and the exposure to cold Gibson County EMS was called to transport her to Martin Hospital.”

Station 9 Captain Shawn Hugueley drove his truck down the railroad tracks to where the patient was located. The lady was assisted from the car and into the truck and taken out through the muddy fields to the waiting Gibson County ambulance.

Rasberry’s Wrecker Service was called to remove the wrecked car from the train tracks.

WATER MAIN BURSTS - On Monday, January 6 a water main on Thomas Street in Dyer cracked due to freezing temperatures, interrupting service for approximately 200 customers. The City of Dyer water and street department crews worked from 4 to 11 p.m. in 6-degree temperatures to restore service.

Full water pressure took a while to restore as mains and valves were reopened one by one. Several fire hydrants were opened to relieve pressure during the repair causing icy patches in some areas. Randy Gregory, Will Caton, Jeff Crittenton, Tyler Landrum, Larry Jackson, Nick Corbin, Kevin Hurley and Taylor Bryant all came out to make the needed repairs along with Mayor Chris Younger, who has plumbing experience. City Recorder Nathan Reed supplied hot chocolate and moral support to the crew.

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from page 1 mindful of how important it is for us to continue to devote every available minute and every possible resource to assuring we have a workforce trained and prepared to take advantage of the opportunities presenting themselves in the 21st century workplace.

There is much work left to be done. We must continue to drive home the message to both young and old that achievement through hard work is and always will be the foundation on which our country is built and should be supported and encouraged at all levels of government,” he said.

Witherspoon went on to discuss some of the improvements made in the office of county mayor.

“As Chief Financial Officer of the county I have made it a top priority to assure that we are managing the taxpayers’ dollars in an open and efficient manner.

Since taking office we have taken measures such as implementation of a purchase order system and formation of a citizen based Audit Committee to provide thorough and transparent governmental management, adopt county

budgets in a timely fashion, maintain State Three-Star compliance and achieve a clean audit; all of which we have done,” said Witherspoon.

Gibson County also recently underwent a topdown debt restructuring taking advantage of and locking in historically low interest rates saving the taxpayers over 2 million dollars while also addressing public safety issues and continuing to maintain a low debt load.

Mayor Witherspoon also discussed the importance of relationship building. “To assume the role of County Mayor, one has to be able to wear many hats. One minute your Chief Financial Officer and the next minute your Head Dog Catcher with any of a number of roles to play in between. One of my favorite duties is that of Ambassador of Gibson County.

Relationship building is one of the most important duties I have as mayor. Whether it is at the local, state or federal level, it is imperative that the mayor be able to carry a positive message and convey to all who will listen their passion for Gibson County and I have been so very blessed

to be able to do that and look forward to continuing our efforts going forward,” said Witherspoon. “ I have always tried to be as accessible as possible with an open door policy to all. When a citizen passes through that door, we owe it to them as elected officials to do our level best to help them with their issue as best we can whether they are Democrat, Republican, Independent or otherwise. I have not nor will I ever allow petty political differences to interfere with my sworn duty to serve the people of Gibson County. ‘People before Politics’ is what we practice in my office,” he added.

“Serving as your Gibson County Mayor has not only made me a better manager and public servant, I can honestly say it has also made me a better human being. It would be my honor and privilege to continue serving as your mayor and I humbly ask for your vote and influence. I look forward to seeing and hearing from each of you on the campaign trail. May God continue to bless the good people of Gibson County and The United States of America,” concluded Witherspoon

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Insight & Opinion Clayburn Peeples reports: I ran into a woman the other day who was very excited to have discovered the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Test. The MBTI is a psychometric test designed to predict test takers’ preferences and personality types, and a friend had given her the test.

She described it as being “uncannily accurate” in describing her personality and asked me if I had taken the test.

“Yes,” I said. “I’ve taken it twice.”

“What type are you?” she asked, meaning which of the 16 personality types the test “identifies” had I fallen into.

“Well,” I said, “it depends on which of the two tests you’re referring to. My category changed from one test to the next.”

That’s one of the major problems of the Myers-

Results are right on the money

Briggs test. It categorizes everyone into one of 16 different personality categories based upon the test taker’s answers to approximately 100 questions, each with only two possible answers.

The categories separate people according to whether they are extroverts or introverts and whether they take in information by “sensing” or “intuition,” whether they are “thinking” or “feeling” people and whether they are “judging” or “perceiving.”

The idea of the test is to measure takers’ preferred ways of doing things, not their aptitude. It was originally designed by two women, a mother and daughter team, neither of whom had any background in psychology. They thought that certain personality types would excel at different jobs

and the test was designed to point them in the right direction.

It was first used during World War II, but since then usage has expanded to the point that it has grown to become the most widely used psychometric test in the world, administered to more than two million people a year in fields as diverse as leadership and management courses, job placement, marriage counseling, online dating services and even sports coaching.

But despite its popularity, most psychologists are skeptical of it and have complained about its validity for more than 30 years. They point out that the two women who developed it neither used, nor conducted any scientific studies in the formulation of the test, and some even suggest it is no more reliable

Gibson Co. Coach from page 1 the court.”

He accepted the Gibson County High School girls’ basketball coaching position two year ago and has a record of 35-10 at press time. Before coming to Gibson County Wilkins coached in Missouri for 30 years and three years at Henry County. Wilkins has many accolades in his coaching career. He has a 72-percent winning average for his career, averaged 20 wins per year over 37 seasons, 13 seasons won 24+ games, has 19 Coach of the Year awards, ranks as sixth on all-time career win list in

a loving hand,” he said.

Wilkins credits his much of his success to his family’s support and God blessing him in so many ways. His wife Jane always attended the games throughout his career and he refers to her as part of the team. He said, “Looking back, more important than the wins are the countless lives I have been able to touch in the process and help them to be successful in life. I can’t think of a better group of girls to experience this with.

They are so much fun to be around on and off the court.” said Wilkins. “I am very fortunate to be in a school that loves basketball.”

state of Missouri, made four final four appearances in the Missouri State Basketball Finals, five National Shoot Out appearances, 18 district titles and was inducted in Missouri Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame in 2003.

In Missouri, district games are set up differently than in Tennessee. Only four teams, instead of eight, go to state. Coach Wilkins credits his success to pushing his players to play harder so they can achieve their very best. He said he also learned that you cannot treat everyone alike. “Some players you have to yell at, other you have to extended

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Device) policy is impacting students.

School officials surveyed students and found that of the respondents, 1,318 own smart phones, and 798 bring those phones to school. Of the 879 students who own an iPod Touch, 381 bring their iPods to school; 637 students own iPads, and 406 students bring their iPads to school.

Parchman said she was most surprised to learn that 989 students own laptops, and 497 bring their laptops to school.

The key question, however, was if students were using their devices in class; 895 students said yes.

“We have a lot of teachers utilizing student-owned devices in the classroom,” Parchman said. “We don’t know of another school district around us that is a BYOD district. We’re happy about the progress.”

Eddie Pruett, Director of Schools, said there’s still work to be done.

“We’re not where we want to be yet, but we’re making strides,” he said. [Devices] are useful tools if they’re used the right way.”

Coordinated School Health Kellie Carroll, Director of Coordinated School Health, also gave the board an update on some of the

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flattering an assessment is, the more likely the test taker is to accept it as accurate.

As for parts of such a report that clearly don’t relate to the test taker, most people are able to overlook them and latch onto the parts they agree with.

So if the report contains a wide enough range of information, the taker can selectively, though unconsciously, come up with a report that is “right on the money,” even though if he or she analyzed the results closely, they might find the finding could apply to nearly anyone else as well.

So, am I saying the BriggsMyer Test is bogus? No, not at all. I’m just saying I took it two different times and got two entirely different evaluations.

And here’s something strange. Both times the results were “right on the money.”

Or so they seemed to be.

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health services offered.

In 2013, the district screened more than 2,400 students. Through partnerships with area healthcare providers and colleges, GCSSD received more than $12,000 in inkind services.

Coordinated School Health also has a partnership with the LeBonheur On The Move Mobile Health Unit.

A Nurse Practitioner, a case manager, and several nurses man the mobile unit, providing the school district with more than $91,000 worth of in-kind services.

More than 100 students visited the mobile unit in 2012-13. Carroll said that so far this year, 75 students have been served.

“We’ve seen some dire situations,” she said.

One student’s insulin was so high, it wouldn’t register. Nurses were able to stabilize the young woman and follow up with health education visits to help the student and her family learn to manage her condition.

GCSSD has one nurse for every 388 students and a return-to-class ratio of 80.3 percent.

“If they’re not in class, we can’t educate them,” Pruett said. “We appreciate the partnership we have with Coordinated School Health.”

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copied from a horoscope magazine. The assessment was full of vague, generally positive statements such as, “You pride yourself as an independent thinker and do not accept others’ statements without satisfactory proof.”

He then asked each student to rate the accuracy of his or her “individual” report on a scale of zero to five, five being perfect.

Guess what; the vast majority of the students gave his or her “individual” report a four or five, and not a single one rated his report lower than “average.”

This was the first of many studies that show a strong and persistent tendency among people to embrace fake personality descriptions as unique to them. The only requirements for such gullibility seem to be that they think the description is for them alone, that it come from a source they trust and that it is generally positive.

As a matter of fact, the more

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The board approved a $79,618.08 bid from MXN for the HP switch, a $28,725 bid from EduTech for the network drop, a $20,518 bid from Virtucom for a mobile cart, and a $70,177.20 bid from Gov Connection for Aruba.

The mobile cart includes 30 Lenovo laptops and will be used at Medina Middle School. Parchman said the district will also add two permanent computer labs and another mobile cart at MMS. Some of the remaining PARCC funds will be used to purchase the second mobile lab before June 30.

The board also approved a bid from Technology Express for 10 Epson Light Raise 60 wi units that include a wall-mounted LCD projector, document camera, and access to SMART technology. The units cost $1699 each.

The Light Raise hit the market in early December of 2013, and GCSSD received one of the first demo products.

“It’s unreal to watch this product work,” Parchman said. “It’s just a product that is phenomenal.”

The 10 units will replace LCD projectors that are no longer working, and the district’s plan for the future is to replace LCD projectors with the Light Raise as the projectors go out.

The Light Raise units are included in the 2013-14 fiscal year budget.

Parchman also gave the board a technology update, specifically focusing on how the district’s new BYOD (Bring Your Own

than a horoscope report for predictive value.

Then why is it so popular? One reason is that a very high percentage of people who take it feel its results accurately describe them, but detractors say that may be because the test describes each of its 16 personality types using only positive words, such as, for one category, “Practical, matter of fact, realistic and responsible.

Another type is described as, “Warmly enthusiastic and imaginative. Sees life as full of possibilities.” Who wouldn’t be flattered by hearing such things about themselves, and practically no one can resist flattery.

Really? Yes, really. That’s why so many people read, and believe in, horoscopes.

Ever notice that each sign of the Zodiac is always given a positive, praising report, and hey, only people with the same birthday range get that prediction. It’s almost tailor made for them.

And that’s an important point because of something called the Barnum Effect.

Several years ago a professor gave 39 of his students a personality profile test.

Then, a week later he gave them each their individual evaluation, based on their answers.

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Miss Katherine Paige Thompson and Mr. Justin Wayne Yarbro

Thompson - Yarbro Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Thompson of Battle Creek, MI announce the engagement of their daughter, Katherine Paige Thompson to Justin Wayne Yarbro, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ken R. Yarbro of Dyersburg.

The bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Johnson of Rutherford and Mr. Phillip

Thompson and the late Mrs. Janet Thompson of Dyer.

The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Griffin of Newbern and Mr. and Mrs. LP Yarbro of Newbern.

An April 12th wedding is planned at the Dyer First United Methodist Church, 189 Main St. in Dyer, TN at 2 p.m.

Golden Agers Finally Golden Agers are back in session after celebrating Christmas of 2013 and New Year’s of 2014 on the subsequent Wednesdays with family and/or friends after the meeting December 18. And we were back in the FLC of Dyer FBC after celebrating the week before Christmas at the home of Carlene Stephenson.

We had 13 who came with hearty appetites for good food and spiritual blessings.

Doris Holt returned thanks to God for the blessings of the privilege of meeting together and for the food.

Our time was led by Jane Forsythe and we prayed for comfort for the family of Jon Adam Carroll and for the Cole Family. We continue to pray for our own Dot Oliver, who is improving enough to venture out of her house after her surgery a month ago, and we prayed for Pat Martin in her bout with sickness. Our music was lead by pianist Anne Thompson and Carolyn Jesus is Coming Soon

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Temple. Our songs ‘Open My Eyes That I May See’ and ‘Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus’ became a reminder to us all that we do have a choice in our observing the positive aspects of this life.

To introduce his morning’s devotional, Bro. DeWayne Goodgine challenged his listeners to read a proverb each day during the new year and he chose to lead us to seek wisdom from the Proverbs as our guide to daily living during the new year.

His scripture selections came from the Chapter 8 and Chapter 3 of Proverbs which were actually written

by Solomon, and his New Testament selection was from the half brother of Jesus, James 1:5.

The definition of wisdom is really understanding. We have many Bible characters that were wise including Solomon, Joseph, Daniel, and Stephen. The benefits of wisdom include a long, prosperous, life span, protection and possession of effectiveness in interrelationships.

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We were thankful the weather was better Sunday.

It was good to see Louise and Royce Turner back with us.

Happy birthday wishes were sung to Corine Rutherford.

Bro. Chris call to worship was from ‘Our Daily Bread Devotional’ on January 8 from Col. 3:12-17. His thoughts were of Bob Taylor who serves our church in an unnoticed place doing ordinary needs. Every act of love is noted. God takes notice of everything you do.

Your part is important, not to small, or a waste of time.

Sally Baird’s children’s moments were about small deeds. Are you a cup filler or a cup emptier? Do you say things to people that make people feel good or bad? Stop and think before you speak.

Be a cup filler be an up-lifter.

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Bro. Chris’ sermon was on hope. What can everybody gain from a New Year?

Hope. We can find hope from studying Paul.

Bro. Chris talked on six events in the life of Paul with his scriptures from Acts. The message is not to lose hope because God provided a way out every time. The same God who delivered Paul will deliver us. Have hope in 2014.

Paul went through so many things and he did not lose hope. 11 Tim. 4:7 says, ‘I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.’ 1 John 4:4 says, ‘He who lives in you is greater than he who is in the world.’

January 19 is game night following evening services at 6 p.m.

Mason Hall FCE Club The Mason Hall Family and Community Education Club met recently at the community center. The decorations had a winter theme. President Frances Allen welcomed 13 women, three men, two visitors and Obion County Extension agent, Benita Giffin.

After recitation of the club creed and Pledge ofAllegiance, Allen read the thought for the day, “A marriage may be made in heaven but the maintenance must be done on earth.”

Bennie Patterson’s devotional showed what the scripture had to say about thankfulness. It was titled, ‘31 Days of Thanks.’

Mrs. Patterson read Psalm 136. Many people were remembered and lifted up in prayer. The Secretary report was read and approved.

Club members went over the clubs communications, shutin visits, and social services.

The women decided on their hostesses for the coming year and reviewed projects from last year. It was decided that they would continue on this year with the same projects.

Pat Hurt made a motion and Nancy Tankersly second. It was announced that the ladies will start quilting this month.

The club was unable to attend the Lunch and Learn at the hospital this year due to bad weather. Giffin made sure the women got their cookbooks they would have received upon attending.

She brought Jacki Franks along to meet the club. She is the Obion County Health Department Health Educator . Giffin’s program this month was “Top 10 Energy Saving Tips.” The ladies learned many useful tips on how to save more money. She told how insulating the hot water heater could save 4-9% of the water heating bill. Another interesting tip was if hot water is used to wash clothes, it will cost 20-40 cents more per load than cold water.

Now that Christmas is over people are trying to get their finances back under control.

With these money saving tips it wouldn’t take anyone long to accomplish that goal.

The club met in December and held a huge dinner, where many members of the community and surrounding areas were invited. They had a great meal and a wonderful fellowship.

A Living Well with Chronic Conditions class will be at 1 p.m. at the Obion County Health Department on January 28th, February 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th, and March 4th. The class is free and participants will receive a book for attending.

A Money Matters class will be held 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Obion County Health Department on January 30th.

The club meets the 1st Thursday of each month.

Visitors and new members are always welcome.

Bethpage News By Joyce Brown Who’s ready for spring? I am usually a winter person but for some reason this year I am looking forward to the daffodils appearing and the smell of freshly turned earth.

God will bring it about in His own time.

We had wonderful services at Bethpage Sunday.

The music was great, the fellowship sweet and Bro Jeff poured on the preaching.

We were really happy to have met out church goal for the Lottie Moon offering for International Missions.

Bro. Jeff had a good group of Preacher’s Pals for their special time. His morning sermon was ‘God’s Holy Word, You and the Word of God in the New Year.’ His text was from 2 Tim 3:1517. Some notes: Joy is the by-product of our obedience to God. God had rather we be Holy than happy. The Joy

of the Lord is our strength.

The night message was titled ‘Doctrine of Christ’I don’t have time or space to list all the references of scripture that he used but we were all over the New Testament and I did not realize there were so many places that mentions Christ’ Doctrine. I wrote down fifteen and may have missed some. And now we know more than we did before we came.

We have so many that are suffering from illness, sadness, grief and other issues that we must devote more time in prayer that God will meet their needs in a mighty way.

From Jesus Calling: Store up for yourself treasure in Heaven, through placing your trust in Me. This practice will keep you in My Peace. Amen!

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“Swiftly We’re Turning Life’s Daily Pages “ There is a church hymn entitled ‘Into Our Hands.’

The first stanza reads: ‘Swiftly we’re turning life’s daily pages, swiftly the hours are changing to years, How are we using God’s golden moments? Shall we reap glory? Shall we reap tears?’

Did you hear the story about the snail that was beaten up by two turtles? His friends were looking for revenge, so they asked him: ‘Did you get a good look at the turtles that did this to you?’The snail answered, ‘No. It all happened so fast.’ Life is happening fast, isn’t it?

The clock is ticking, time is flying, and every moment we live it gets later than it’s ever been before. The large clock in downtown New York has ‘dropped’ and a New Year has begun. An unknown sage succinctly summed up the swiftness of life by stating, ‘The 7 ages of Man are spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills, and wills.’

Another unknown writer reminds us that life happens fast with the following words: “Man’s life means tender teens, teachable twenties, tireless thirties, fiery forties, forceful fifties, serious sixties, sacred seventies, aching eighties, shortening breath, death, and the sod - God! The Bible teaches life is happening fast! About 3,500 years ago Moses wrote in

Psalm 90:10, ‘The days of our lives are seventy year; and if by reason of strength they are eighty years, yet their boast is only labor and sorrow; for it is soon cutoff, and we flyaway.’ James 4:14 reminds us life has a way of quietly slipping away; for what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away.’ John 9:4 makes it clear that Jesus recognized not only the brevity of our lives here on earth but also our highest purpose for being here: ‘I must work the works of Him who sent me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work.’ Death is imminent!

All of us are living fast.

The question is, what are we living for?

Life is happening fast!

Kids are growing up. Adults are growing older. And, as we often hear, “It all seems like yesterday.” The year of 2013 has just flown by!

Now January 2014 is half over and February will soon be here, then March, April, June, etc. The year 2014 contains 365 days, 8,760 hours, and 525,600 minutes.

Julia Fletcher Carney reminds that each one of them holds great potential: “Little grains of sand make the mighty ocean and the pleasant land, so the minutes, humble though they be, make the mighty ages of Eternity.”

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New Hope News By Shirley Hooper Wednesday evening after prayer requests and announcements, our minister, Brother Corey Meggs, led in a lesson of how to study the Bible. We are to observe, interpret, and apply.

Transformation is how God changes our lives. Romans 12:1 and 2 tells us how to do this. Knowledge is good, but not enough. Sunday morning we were blessed by five men from Anniston, Alabama who are Carpenters for Christ. They joined in our Sunday School classes as well as worship.

Jerry Jackson, who they tease as chief mail counter, sang ‘Are You Ready for the Call.’

Dave Tidwell spoke for the group. 341 men are on their team. After being with Carpenters for Christ for 27 years, he credited God for the grace. Dave introduced the men, told what they do and how they work.

He spoke on II Kings 5: 115 where Naamin was told to

dip seven times in the Jordan.

Also II Kings 4:1-7 where Elisha multiplied the widow’s oil. Nothing is impossible with God. The same power used then is available to us today.

Sunday evening, Brother Corey spoke on the story of Mary anointing Jesus in Mark 14: 1-11 and John 12:1-8. It was 6 days before Passover.

Mary took a pint of perfume that cost a year’s wages, poured it on Christ’s head and feet. She then wiped it with her hair.

Judas complained of the waste, saying it could be sold and the money given to the poor. Jesus said, ‘Leave her alone, she is preparing my body for burial. Immediately Judas left and went to betray Jesus.

Next Sunday, January 19 will be ‘Fresh Life’ Sunday.

Rodeo chaplain JerryReynolds form Dixon will be our speaker during the morning worship. The Bible is a mirror that reflects how God sees us.

Kenton News By Cindy Lamar Congratulations are extended to Sheila Barnes on her recent promotion from Captain to Chief of Police. The Kenton Board of Aldermen’s unanimous appointment of Barnes makes her the first AfricanAmerican woman to hold the position of Chief of Police in Obion County.

Last weekend was one of tremendous loss for the Williams and Weatherly families of Hickman, Kentucky, both relatives of Cindy Lamar and Lloyd Davidson of Kenton. The first loss was on Thursday with Lloyd’s and Cindy’s cousin, Paul Lee Williams slipping peacefully from this world into eternal life while he slept. Then on Saturday morning, also while sleeping, their uncle Sam Weatherly was quietly ushered into eternity to join his Savior.

Condolences are extended to

the many family and friends of these two very kind and upstanding men.

Food for thought: ‘I love the Lord because’ psalm 116 says, ‘He hath inclined His ear to me, He saved me from sure death. Though enemies surround me and fight to take me down, I cry unto my blessed Lord, He hears my every sound. I love the Lord because He first loved me and gave His Son that I might live with Him in eternally.’

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The Apostolic In the book of Ruth, chapter one verses 16 and 17, Ruth, Namoi’s daughterin-law, proclaims to Naomi her steadfast determination to go with Naomi wherever she went in life. Naomi had gone through some great losses in her life. She had lost her husband and her two sons and on top of that, she was an alien in a strange land. No matter that at this point in the story she had been living in Moab for at least ten years, she was not among her people.

She was not among God’s chosen where she belonged.

So she decided to back but before doing so, she released her daughters-in-law to go back to their own mothers.

Orpah received the word from Naomi and went back to her own people. Naomi boldly proclaims the words that some folks still recite today in weddings and poems and even on some greeting cards that I’ve seen. She said, “Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God: Where thou diest, will I die, and there will I be buried: the Lord do so to me, and more also, if ought but death part thee and me.” Would to God that we, in modern day society, took our words and vows as seriously as people did back then.

Back at the beginning of this story, we meet “a certain man of Bethlehem-Judah” (Elemilech) and we see that in Bethelehem-Judah, there was a famine going on. According to Strong’s concordance, Bethlehem means “house of bread”. Now I realize that the

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fact that there was a famine going on in the “house of bread” is dialectic in nature, but let’s examine the concept of a famine. I know that some good and faithful, dedicated and devoted, die-hard, rooted and grounded Christian folks are reading this. So I ask you, after you set out on your journey with our Bread Maker, did you ever go through a season of famine- whether it be physical, mental, or a spiritual disconnectedness?

Those of you who did and are on the other side of it now, can’t you look back and say ‘oh, how sweet it was to draw nearer and nearer to Him?’ I know I can. I’ve never felt the presence of God more than when I sought Him from the depths of my utter emptiness and despair.

The first famine we read about in the Old Testament is in Genesis 12:10. Watch how Abram handles this: “And there was a famine in the land: and Abram went down into Egypt to sojourn there; for the famine was grievous in the land.” If you go on and read the rest of this passage, you will see that from the point where Abram left the land in the middle of the famine to go down to Egypt, he was in his own will and thus in his own thinking and in his own fleshly mess.

There were many famines throughout the Old Testament in God’s chosen land. But a famine was sent by God as a disciplinary testing of His people. Abram’s resort to Egypt is symbolic as to how we turn to worldly ways to fix spiritual problems that are, in spiritual reality, meant to be fixed through confession, repentance, amendment,

and a stronger effort to draw nearer to God. So, Elemilech left the “house of bread” during the test to go down to Moab. Who, exactly, were the Moabites? The father of the Moabites was a result of an incestuous incident between Lot and one of his daughters one night while he was drunk. In short, they were a cursed nation from the beginning. They attempted to get Balaam to curse Israel when they wandered through their land in the wilderness because their king, Balaak, was afraid. They were a sexually immoral and idolatrous people, yet, Elemiliech left the “house of bread” and took his family there.

This principle is at work in our world today. We leave the “house of bread” to fix our own problems. We get second jobs when things look bad rather than sowing a seed by giving or increasing our tithe. We seek therapy and medicine for depression and anxiety instead of getting more prayerful and spiritual minded. We look for an easier softer way to lose weight rather than doing what the Bible says and renewing our minds and exercising the disciplines the Bible teaches about self-control. We worry instead of praying.

Lord, help us to remain in the “house of bread” through the testing, that we may, at last, pass the test. Keep us ever reminded, Sovereign Lord, that when we leave the House of Bread for a shorter path, we will return from Egypt or Moab, only to find that the test is still waiting and will not go away until we pass it.

Cloras Chapel By Robin McNeil Cloras Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Dyer brings greetings to each of you.

Our hearts are saddened for the passing of our dear and devoted member Sister Mary Fisher Harris. Her homegoing celebration was Sunday at 2 p.m. There was a lot of family and friends that attended and our prayers go out to Keith, her son, and the entire family.

We have lost a jewel in our community, church, and home. She will surely be missed.

Prayers also go out to all bereaved families in our community. Remember God never makes a mistake and He will be your strength in the time of need.

We had Sunday school and our worship service was

the homegoing celebration.

Pastor Myles delivered a wonderful message helping us to understand death and to remind us that life must go on. His title was, ‘Facing a Love Ones Death.’

Repast was at First Assembly of God’s Fellowship Hall.

We would like to thank the pastor and members of First Assembly for helping us to provide the space for the repast. It was good to see a lot of out of town people and we want all to know we love them very much. They were here in regards to Sister Mary Harris and family.

Please stay in prayer for Sister Verdell Fisher.

She is being transferred to Dyer Nursing Home. Also keep Brother Bob Harris,

a patient at Dyer Nursing Home, in your prayers.

Pray for all of our sick and shut in and for all who are in need of prayer.

This Saturday at 1 p.m there will be Missionary Meeting to start our new year! All members please come and let’s make plans for a prosperous new year!

Youth you are invited to come also. We want our young people to be involved in the work of the Lord as well. At 2:30 p.m. there will be a session of officers and pastor.

All officers, ministers, etc. please attend. Your presence is very much needed.

Cloras Chapel says, “Have a good week and we love you all! Let’s keep praying for one another.

Community Calendars DYER SUMMER LEAGUE PRESIDENT NEEDED Anyone interested in being the president of the Dyer Summer League baseball/softball may contact Dyer City Hall at 692-3767.

DSCC CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DSCC Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. The College will reopen on Tuesday, January 21.

NORTHWEST TN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MEETING The Board of Directors of Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council will hold their regularly scheduled quarterly meeting on Friday, January 24, 2014 beginning at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Northwest TN Head Start/Early Head Start Central Office located at 938C Walnut Ave. W., McKenzie, TN. QUARTET TO PERFORM Award-winning southern gospel group, Bethel Renaissance Quartet, will perform Sunday, January 19 at 11 a.m. at Yorkville Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Yorkville.

Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.

January is space and flight month at Discovery Park of America January is Space and Flight month at Discovery Park of America in Union City. The opportunity to learn more about space continues this weekend, as Discovery Park is offering a classroom lecture series all day Saturday, January 18th. At 11 a.m., Dr. Lionel Crews, Astro Physisist, will present an hour long lecture entitled, “Exotic Objects in Space.” From 1 – 2 p.m., Diane Bell, Aero Space Instructor will present “Living in Space.” And, wrapping up the lectures, at 3:00 p.m., Philip Senn will present, “GPS Navigation Technology” also known as geocaching. These lectures are located in the classroom just off The Cafe and are free and open to the public.

If you are looking for something a bit more adventurous, Saturday morning, January 18th, local pilot Mike Rinker is offering helicopter rides over Discovery Park for a $20 donation to the Space Gallery. Helicopter flights are from 11a.m. until 1 p.m. and are limited to the first 60 tickets purchased.

Tickets are available now at the ticket counter at Discovery Park, or by calling 731-885-5455. At 3 p.m. Saturday, Rinker will perform an aerial fly by and

and sympathy.

Rev. Henry Banks was a patient at Regional Hospital in Jackson for several days. He was released and is residing with his sister and husband, John and Minnie Mays.

Lil Sarah Alford will be moving back to school on January 15. Her classes start on the 16. Her granddaddy and I were glad to have her home for several days. She should be rested up and ready to get back to studying. She and Elizabeth Wiley dined at Las Portalas in Union City and attended a movie the week after New Year’s Day. Sarah and Casy Baker spent the night with Elizabeth last Friday and they had a wonderful time. There’s nothing like getting together with friends from grade school

on through high school.

Those having birthdays since January first are; C.W. Taylor, Autumn White, Shirley Fisk, Stella Johnson, Bobby Ballard, Ardrana Pitts, Willie C. Banks and Rev. Henry Banks. We wish them all a happy birthday.

Bobby Ballard of Kansas City, MO, and Tyrone Warren, his wife and daughter of

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All children visiting Discovery Park during Space and Flight month will receive a free space coloring book and crayons or an airplane at the ticket counter.

Discovery Park of America is this nation’s newest attraction.

It is located at 830 Everett Blvd., Union City, TN. For more information on Discovery Park, or Space and Flight month, visit www. discoveryparkofamerica. com or call 731-885-5455.

BRINGING THE MOON TO LIFE - Cate Colburn, age 8, and Claire Colburn, age 10, from Calvert City, KY recently admired the moon rock samples in the Temporary Space Exhibit at Discovery Park of America. The sisters are members of Discovery Park and this is their second visit. When asked about her favorite Discovery Park exhibit, Cate said, “I like it all, because all of it is so cool! I can’t choose.” The lunar samples are on display in the ATA Temporary Exhibit Gallery as part of Discovery Park’s month long Space and Flight month.

Reelfoot Lake State Park hosts Eagle Tours seven days a week Reelfoot Lake State Park invites visitors to attend the annual eagle bus tours to observe bald eagles and waterfowl. Tours are conducted seven days a week through March 2.

Daily tours depart from the park’s visitor center at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Park personnel lead the approximately two-hour tour, which includes opportunities to stop for photos and sightseeing.

Reservations are required and tickets can be purchased at the visitor center for $5 per person. Special groups should make reservations in advance. All visitors should dress warmly and bring field glasses and cameras.

“The Reelfoot Lake Eagle Tours and Festival is one of America’s premier wildlife watching adventures,”

Deputy Commissioner Brock Hill said. “Bird watching in a fantastic venue of scenic beauty such as at Reelfoot Lake is an excellent way to learn about our natural world by experiencing firsthand this very special state park.”

In addition to tours, each Saturday night in January and February will feature a guest speaker at 7 p.m. in Ellington Hall. For more information on eagle tours and guest speakers, contact 731-253-9652.

Reelfoot Lake State Park will also host the 10th Annual Eagle Festival Friday, January 31 through Sunday, February 2. The festival will include eagle and waterfowl tours, sunrise photography walks, art and photography contests, a Birds of Prey program and children’s activities. For more information on the

festival, contact 731-2532007.

Designated a national natural landmark, Reelfoot Lake was created by a series of violent New Madrid fault zone earthquakes in northwest Tennessee during the winter of 18111812. Reelfoot Lake State Park offers outstanding recreational activities, such as wildlife viewing, fishing, boating, hunting and hiking.

The park is located in Lake and Obion counties near Tiptonville. The park’s 280 acres are divided into 10 segments along 22 miles of the Reelfoot Lake shoreline. The park’s visitor and interpretive centers, auditorium, picnic and camping areas are located along State Highways 21 and 22. For more information, visit http://tnstateparks. com/parks/about/reelfootlake.

Lowrance Chapel By Brandon Clenney Greetings from the Lowrance Chapel church of Christ! We ask that you continue to remember in your prayers Max Betts, Chase Kemp, Jean Bell, James White, Jean Harris, Mark Paschall, Ann Pate, Modeen Pierce, and Wesley Witherspoon. If you have any questions concerning the articles, the Bible, or would like to add someone to the sick list please contact me at brandon. clenney@gmail.com We have started a series on the church on Sunday evenings and in studying I came across this article. The author says, “Some people

The Grapevine By Sarah Skinner Happy New Year to everyone. Winter has certainly arrived. I’m not rushing time but spring can’t get here soon enough for me.

Sunday was beautiful day. We had a wonderful church service, beginning with Sunday school. Rev. Michelle Skinner delivered the message. Her topic, ‘Signs of the Times’ was found in 1 Thessalonians 5:1-8. The male chorus provided the music. They did a fantastic job singing without music, since our musician, Lenny Banks had to work. Preston White was our worship leader.

Josie Banks and I were among several others who attended the funeral of Mrs. Mary Harris at Cloras Chapel C.P. Church in Dyer Sunday.

The Harris family has our love

demonstration.

In addition, Discovery Park is hosting a temporary space exhibit all month long in the ATA Traveling Exhibit Hall and is available at no additional charge.

This display includes an authentic space suit, a real astronaut’s space glove, the tip of a Titan Rocket and a display of dehydrated space food. There are many other unique space objects and photographs and information about the United State’s space program and NASA.

Bowling Green, KY visited the Skinners Saturday.

Harriette Alford of Rutherford and I traveled to her eye doctor appointment in Jackson last Wednesday. The weather was much warmer and we had a good day.

If you need a church home, we welcome you at St. Paul.

God bless and have good day.

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enjoy going to church. They sing joyfully, listen intently, and feel enriched as they leave. But others seem bored. I remember a man who always slept through my sermons. I blamed myself. But one Sunday I noticed that he was sleeping before I started preaching.

He may not have received much spiritual uplift from the services, but he always left refreshed! Why do some people, like the writer of Psalm 122, look forward to a worship experience and say, “I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the house of the Lord,” while others say, “Oh, what a weariness? (Mal. 1:13). It may be the way the service is conducted, but that isn’t usually the problem. Some people get bored with a

service that is conducted the same way every Sunday, yet others take a real interest and find enjoyment in it. Some people are uncomfortable in a service that is unstructured and highly emotional while others thoroughly enjoy that kind of meeting. These different responses stem from different attitudes.

Some people just go to church because it is the thing to do. Others prepare themselves for worship and go expecting a spiritual blessing. Preparations for Sunday worship should take place Monday through Saturday. If we are regularly reading God’s Word, praying, and serving Christ, we will be glad when it’s time to go to church services.”

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Obituaries MARY LOUISE WHEATLEY ROWLETT Kenton - Mary Louise Wheatley Rowlett of Kenton, 84, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 7, 2014. Mary Louise was born June 4, 1929, in Tiptonville, TN., a daughter of the late Benjamin T. and Myrtle (Bass) Wheatley.

She was married to Wilton C. Rowlett of Martin who preceded her in death on September 7, 2005.

She is survived by two sons; Dennis D. Rowlett, husband of Cheryl (Howard) Rowlett of Spring Hill, TN and Don C. Rowlett, husband of Karen (Meyne) Rowlett of Bedford, PA, and four grandchildren, Jenna Rowlett of Mahomet, IL; David Rowlett, husband of Megan Rowlett of Hanover, MD; Danielle Tate, wife of Culin Tate of Potomac, MD; and John Rowlett of Burlington, VT; one great-grandson, Merric Tate. She is also survived by one sister, Norene Boyett, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a twin brother Benjamin T. Wheatley; brothers Herman Wheatley, Brown Wheatley, Joe Wheatley, George Wheatley, and sisters, Velma (Sis) Dedmon and Bernice Davis.

Mary was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kenton. She enjoyed raising her family and blessing them with love and her passion for cooking. She volunteered for Gray Ladies, Meals on Wheels, and as a Cub Scouts Den Mother and church treasurer.

She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Friends and family were received on January 10, 2014, and on January 11, 2014, until the hour of service with Dr. Brian Robertson officiating, at the Karnes & Son Funeral Home of Kenton.

Online condolences may be expressed at www. karnesandsonfuneralhome.com.

Interment was held at Sunnyside Cemetery of Kenton.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mary to the First Baptist Church of Kenton, 204 Poplar St., Kenton, TN 38233.

RELIGION Salem Methodist I’ve decided this weekend will forever be known as the ‘Great Thaw Out.’ With the sunshine and temps like we had Saturday and Sunday, the frigid cold we experienced at the early part of last week are but a distant memory. That is, if you were lucky enough to dodge frozen or busted pipes.

Some folks definitely had their share of problems and are still trying to get things back to normal. Like Bro. Mike said, If we didn’t have the cloudy days, we couldn’t appreciate the sunshine. And in case anyone’s keeping track of it, Spring is only sixty some odd days away!

We had a nice crowd for Sunday School and an even bigger one for worship time.

It was good to see George and Judy Horner in the congregation again. We’ve missed y’all! It’s always nice to have Brenda PattersonAllen and her daughter Abigail as well. Mrs. Cindy opened with ‘What a Wonderful World’ and blessed us with ‘Let There Be Peace on Earth’for the offeratory. Sometimes I think we’re experiencing a little bit of heaven right here on earth when she plays. What a gift God has given her! My grandparents celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary Friday and my granddaddy, Leon (John) Tosh turned the big 85 Saturday! What a blessing they are to me as well as our church family!

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We wish Gods greatest riches on you both! We were glad to hear that Diann Richardson’s tests all came back negative.

Melanie Butler mentioned her friend, Amanda Neisler, had a kidney removed, and was doing as good as expected. We pray that God continues to work a miracle in her life. O.D. and Betty Gilliland will be traveling to Birmingham for a possible surgery for Betty. They both need our prayers more than ever! Please remember Jane Lassiter Lloyd, the Carroll family, Rita and Charlie Cole and son Jeremy as well.

Bro. Mike spoke to us this week about ‘The Church.’ The scripture was taken out of Colossians 3:12-17.

Whatever you might think about the church is your own business, but God has called us as Christian to be ‘set aside’ from the world, ‘holy’ even. It’s so easy to get caught up in worldly desires and wants, but with God’s saving grace we are able to call on Him and mountains begin to move. The sick begin to be healed. The broken become new again. The church is only a building until it is filled with believers who desire to know Him more. We are the church. Have a great week and remember God couldn’t love you any more than He does right now. He is and always will be the greatest fan of your life.

Card of Thanks Thanks to all of you for the visits, food, money, and especially the prayers during our hospital stay and recovery.

Kim and Blake Reese Words cannot express our sincere appreciation for the love and support shown to us during the tragic loss of our beloved Jon Adam. Thank you for the many cards, phone calls, visits, food, flowers, and most of all, your prayers. Jon Adam loved life and enjoyed helping others and the tribute shown to him has been immeasurable. For that we are truly thankful.

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Sunday School for Shut-Ins By Mary King When you’re ready please read Luke 1:18.

Zacharias speaks personally with an angel from heaven. But he speaks with doubt. Now how’s that going to work out? “And the angel answering said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am set to speak unto thee, and to show thee these glad tidings� Luke 1:19 (KJV).

Let’s get our magnifying glasses out for a moment.

We know the angel is acting on God’s orders. What would you think if anyone had come specifically to bring wonderful news to you? What would you think of the one who sent the messenger to be sure you got the message? How would you react if you’d been waiting for this news for a long time?

The angel continues speaking to Zacharias on this subject: “And , behold, thou shalt be dumb and not able to speak, until the day that these things shall be performed, because thou believest not my words, which shall be fulfilled in their season� Luke 1:20 (KJV).

The angel wasn’t wrong in what he said or did for God would have judged

Gabriel. Instead, God knew what would happen, always. God knows the decisions of men, before any were born.

God asked Job, “Where were you when I designed the earth?� (Job 38: 1, 45).

What would the angel say to Zacharias now? “And, behold, thou shalt be dumb, and not able to speak, until the day that these things shall be performed, because thou belivest not my words, which shall be fulfilled in their season. And the people waited for Zacharias, and marveled that he tarried so long in the temple. And when he came out, he could not speak unto them and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple, for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless.

And it came to pass, that as soon as the days of his ministration were accomplished, he departed to his own house. And after those days his wife Elisabeth conceived and hid herself five months saying, Thus hath the Lord dealt with me in the days wherein he looked on me, to take away my reproach among men� Luke 1:20-25 (KJV).

Keely Mill By Diane Hamlin Our Sunday school hour began with everyone standing and singing the hymn ‘Blessed Assurance.’ Keith Hamlin opened us in prayer. We all dismissed to our classes. Christy Skelton opened the adult class in prayer before doing a good job teaching us our lesson ‘Depend on the Spirit’ from John 15-16. Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would come to encourage, empower, and guide believers. Keith Hamlin closed us in prayer.

Our Sunday morning worship hour began with Elaine Fields playing our piano and Mike Fields and our church choir leading us in our offertory hymn ‘When We All Get to Heaven.’ Scott Fields opened us in prayer.

Bro. Steve welcomed everyone and made our announcements. We had a time of reciting our new Bible

verse and giving our praise reports. We enjoyed our time of meet and greet where warm hugs and handshakes were received along with words of encouragement.

The choir led the congregation in the hymns ‘At the Cross’ and ‘When I See the Blood.’ Bro. Steve blessed us with our special music as he sang ‘Does He Still Feel the Nails.’ Bro. Steve also read us a poem from Ms. Frances Powell entitled ‘The Dash.’ Children’s church was dismissed to Jennifer Fields. Bro. Steve’s morning message ‘A Time for Everything’ was from Ecclesiastes 3:1-8.

Mike Fields dismissed services in prayer as the hymn ‘Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus’ was sung. Read your Bibles, pray and rejoice in the Lord always.

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GCVAA to hold National Exhibition April 7 - May 9 The Gibson County Visual Art Association in Trenton will be having their National Exhibition, April 7 - May 9.

The deadline for entries is February 3 and a prospectus can be downloaded at www. wtrac.tn.org or you may contact Royce Harris, the GCVAA President and Exhibition Chairperson, at royceanna67@yahoo.com or 731-784-4120 for more

information about the stats or any questions.

Tuva Stephens is chairperson for the workshop and she may be contacted at 731-352-5852 or tuvart@charter.net.

Advertisements were placed in two national art magazines and have had artists from throughout the state submit a variety of work.

The Gibson County

This is a sample of artist Tuva Stephens’ work, titled ‘Forgotten Warriors.’

This is a sample of artist Jane Tyree’s work, titled ‘In Awe of a Gentle Giant.’

Visual Arts Association National Exhibition will be at the Trenton City Hall. It is an impressive exhibition.

The juror is Mark E. Mehaffey, a popular workshop instructor and lecturer around the country. He is one of the top watercolor artists in the nation. He will be selecting the award winners to receive a total of $2000, May 4, 2-4 pm, at the Trenton City Hall.

GCVAA is able to bring in top artists in the nation each year through a matching grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission.

On May 4th Mehaffey will critique the winner’s works at the reception held at Trenton City Hall.

Mehaffey will be presenting a watercolor workshop May 5-9 to 24 amateur/ professional artists from several states plus many from across Tennessee.

The GCVAA has enabled the rural artists in the area to learn from the best in the nation. Many local artists have gained national recognition from these valuable workshops from 2002 – 2013.

Nationally recognized artist Mark E. Mehaffey is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society, the American Watercolor Society; DF, Transparent Watercolor Society of America; Signature Life member-Master Status, Watercolor West and the Rocky Mountain Watermedia Society, and Louisiana Watercolor Society Signature Life Member.

Mehaffey’s paintings are included in corporate, public and private collections including Blue Cross Blue Shield, The Arches Paper Co. USA and the permanent collections of transparent watercolors at the Neville Public Museum, Green Bay, Wisconsin and the Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon, Michigan. Mark has been a committed public school art instructor who believes our art future is with the young and is dedicated to building that vision. Mark is a popular juror and workshop instructor. He is listed in ‘Who’s Who Among Americas Teachers’ and ‘Who’s Who in America.’

Hoopfest 2014 comes to Dyersburg Dyer County High School will be hosting the Penny Hardaway Hoopfest on January 24 and 25, 2014. There are seven nationally ranked teams and two games live on ESPNU. The top rated player in the nation, Chicago Whitney Young’s Jalil Okafor, will play.

Since ESPNU is involved for two games on January 25th at 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., we would like to invite the entire area to attend the event.

Friday, January 24th 5:30 – St. Benedicts (NJ) vs. Memphis Whitehaven (TN) 7:00 – Oak Hill Academy (VA) vs. Memphis Hamilton (TN) 8:30 – Chicago Simeon (IL) vs. Dyer County (TN) Saturday, January 25th 12:00 – Liberty Tech

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SNOWMEN ALL YEAR - On January 8th, the Bookworms gathered for their first story time of 2014.The Bookworms were read the story ‘Snowmen All Year’ by Caralyn Buehner. The book follows a little boy’s thoughts as he wonders what it would be like if his snowman was made of magic snow and got to spend the entire year with him. After the story, the Bookworms enjoyed donut holes for snack. Then, each Bookworm made their own popsicle stick snowman. Everyone then joined in on the Chicken Dance, and Story Time ended with the Hokey Pokey. You can join in on the fun with the Bookworms on Wednesday mornings at 10 at the Gibson County Memorial Library. Among the Bookworms attending were (from left) Kierra, Grayson, Tyler and not pictured is Peyton.

Dyer Elementary, Jr. High School announces third six-week honor roll Dyer Elementary and Jr. High School announces the third six-week honor roll list.

Second grade: Gracie Alford, Dearion Allen, Chloe Anderson, Ella Armento, Jaxon Bailey, Brandon Bishop, Aiden Bradberry, Cameron Clark, Clayton Croom, Landon Dutton, Brooklyn Farley, Hannah George, Naomi Halbrook, Carter Hartley, Noah Hassell, Ja’Karrius Herron, Lauren Hudson, J’Kwon King, Karabeth Kosark, Azlynn Lowe, Timberly Mayberry, Jesse McKinney, Taylor Miget, Jolee Morgan, Kameron Myles , Nyla Myles, Laney Patterson, Megan Qualls, Abigail Roberts, Adison Roberts, Hayden Sanford, Kevin Sansing, Chloe Shoemaker, David Smith, Ashton Snider, Hannah Stephenson and Abigail Swims.

Third grade: Jayden Ball, Tessa Bishop, Kyleigh Carter, Remington Crandall, Colton Eddlemon, CrislanShea Gammons, Kaylee Hart, Kiera Nunnery, Kaylee Pierce, Jaymee Pipkin, Matthew Reynolds, Whitney Silverblatt, Madisyn Spillers, Ethan Turner, Morgan Whitley and Allison Williams.

Fourth grade: Jaden Bailey, Benjamin Baum, Luke Bradberry, Emma Carter, Blaine Cooksey, Hayden Croom, Aiden Elliott, Matthew Ellis, Callie Emerson, Elijah Garcia, Ellen Garrett, Isaac Goad,

Jon Adam Green, Kaitlyn Hartley, Jaxon Hays, Luke Hudson, Christopher Jeppesen, Jonathan Mendez, Kristin Metcalfe, Randi Miget, Cameron Nolan, John Phillips, Donna Rice, Hayden Stallings, Haley Thompson, Tylan Workman and Jennifer Young.

Fifth grade: Elijah Ball, Jacob Cooper, Ambere Flowers, Chloe Hassell, Kelbey Johnson, Jumeria Larue, Katelyn McCall, Ben McKinney, Alexis Pate, Harley Petty, Macie Powell, Allah Robinson, Sarah Robinson, Michael Spillers, John Travis and Sarah Watson.

Sixth grade: Brylee Bailey, Briana Bates, Madison Carson, Carson, Kimberly Cook, Will Cooper, Cameron Cox, Dalton DePriest, Dalton Flesher, Vivica Franks, Ethan Goad, Sunny Green, Sunny Halbrook, Benjamin Hanes, Leslie Hawks, Kayley Hood, Alaina Hunt, Sharesse James, Peyton Lavelle, Allison Lay, Amy Lee, Sierra Lee, Nikia McMullins, Matt Mingle,

Caleigh Patterson, Hannah Qualls, Emma Siler, Carson Spencer, Kaci Sweatt, Martina Vittetoe, Tori Watkins, Trey Watson and Conner Williams.

Seventh grade: Seth Adams, Austin Atkins, Ethen Carrell, Hailey Drew, Alaina Eddlemon, Celina Faulkner, Alex Jones, Ashton Lannom, Destinee McMullins, Hannah Metcalfe, Paige Ramsey, Ozzy Rico, Brooklen Siler, Julianna Turner and Carleigh Wade.

Eighth grade: Aubrie Croom, Madison Croom, Garrett Doss, Caitlyn Mayberry, Ashley O’Daniel, Hannah Patterson, Kaleb Sims, Victoria Sims, Corey Sweatt, Libby Thetford Carleigh Travis and Leigha Whitaker.

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Sports & Education Lady Pioneers net four more district wins

BY LORI CATHEY Gibson County Lady Pioneers finished this past week with four district wins and ranked number 7th in the state in single A basketball division.

Gibson County opened the game up against Trenton Peabody with Justyce White making a lay-up off a great pass from Sarah Beth Mullins to take a 2-0 lead.

Peabody’s Moesha Marsh hit a 3-pointer to give Trenton a 5 to 4 lead with 3:34 remaining in the first quarter. The Lady Pioneers retook the lead for good on an offensive rebound and a put back by Briana Fields to take a 6-5 lead. At the end of the first quarter Gibson County had an 8 to 5 lead.

In the second quarter the Lady Pioneers outscored the Lady Tide 13 to 5.

Gibson County’s Cara Beth Holt hit a 3-pointer from the right wing with about three minutes remaining in the second quarter to make it 16-7. Lady Pioneer’s White made a long 3-pointer from the right corner to give the Gibson County a 21-10 lead at halftime.

The Lady Pioneers, opened up the third quarter with a fast break, finished off

by Fields with an easy layup. Trenton’s Moesha Marsh made 3-pointer to make it 23 -16 with 6:04 left in the third quarter. Lady Pioneer Mckenna Upchurch, with a

pull up jump shot, extended Gibson County’s lead 29-18 midway through the quarter.

The Lady Pioneers had a 36 to 21 lead going into the final quarter.

Lady Pioneer Erin Lannom converted on a basket and then added a free throw for an “oldfashioned” three-point play to take a 39-23 lead to start the fourth quarter.

Gibson County’s Sarah Beth Mullins, with a strong drive to the basket scored the game’s final points to give the Lady Pioneers a 48 to 26 victory over Trenton Peabody.

Gibson County had 21 rebounds, 7 steals, 9 assists and made 8 of 11 free throws for the game.

Leading Gibson County was Briana Fields with 12 points. Erin Lannom had 10 points and CaraBeth Holt finished with 9 points.

Justyce White had 8 points and Sarah Beth Mullins added 7 points. Mackenna Upchurch finished with 2 points.

Tuesday night Gibson County faced Humboldt in a districr match-up.

The Lady Pioneers jumped out to an early 12-2 lead and the Lady Vikings were forced to play from behind throughout the game. In the first quarter Erin Lannom landed two 3-pointers, Justyce White added four points off rebounds and

DRIVES THE LANE - Serera Roach drives the lane for 2 of her 6 points against Humboldt. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

Allie Smithson with a drive to the basket for a lay-up to end the first quarter with Gibson County leading 224.

In the second quarter the Lady Pioneers scored first with a steal and a lay-up for a basket from Briana Fields. Lady Pioneer Sarah Beth Mullins stripped the ball from Humboldt’s Zarea Williams and raced down court for a lay-up with 30 seconds remaining in the second quarter to put Gibson County up 43-14 going into halftime.

With back-to-back steals

by Smithson, that led to easy baskets, Gibson County took a 64-22 lead in the third quarter.

Gibson County played their roster players for the remainder of the game and Lady Pioneer Serera Roach scored 6 of 12 points in the fourth quarter for a 76 to 23 win over Humboldt.

The Lady Pioneers had 32 rebounds and 20 steals for the night. Gibson County’s leading scorer was Allie Smithson in double figures with 18 points, followed

by Erin Lannom with 17.

Sarah Beth Mullins added 10 points and Justyce White finished with 9 points, while Briana Fields and Serera Roach both chipped in with 6 points. Mackenna Upchurch added 4 points and CaraBeth Holt had 2 points.

The Lady Pioneers finished the week with a 64-24 win over Bradford and a 61-42 victory over South Fulton. Against Bradford the Lady Pioneers had 27 rebounds, 19 steals, 11 assists and forced 24 turnovers for the game.

Scoring were: CaraBeth Holt 13, Briana Fields 13, Erin Lannom 11, Justyce White 9, Sarah Beth Mullins 8, Mackenna Upchurch 5 and Allie Smithson 5.

The Lady Pioneers shot 78 percent from the free throw line in the game against South Fulton. Leading the scoring for Gibson County was Briana Fields with 16 points, CaraBeth Holt 12 points, Erin Lannom 9 points, Allie Smithson with 8 points, Justyce White 7 points, Mackenna Upchurch 5 points and Sarah Beth Mullins 4 points The Lady Pioneers have a record of 19-1 on the season.

Saturday, February 1, 2014 will be an exciting night at GCHS. with Gibson County vs. Westview. Lady Pioneer Basketball Alumni and family reception will be held at halftime of the girls game in the cafeteria and player recognition will be held at halftime of boy’s game.

There will also be a surprise special recognition between the boys and girls game. Everyone is invited to to attend this special night.

MULLINS GOES FOR REBOUND - Gibson County’s Sarah Beth Mullins goes up for a rebound against Trenton Friday night. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

SMITHSON SCORE - Lady Pioneer Allie Smithson scores on a jumper against Trenton. Smithson was the leading scorer with 18 points against Humboldt.

(Photo by Lori Cathey)

GREAT PASS - Briana Fields makes a great pass over three defenders to her teammate for a easy basket.

(Photo by Lori Cathey)

GIBSON COUNTY 2013 FOOTBALL ALL DISTRICT AND HONORABLE MENTION - Pioneer players receiving honorable mention in the 2013 All-District 13-AA football team were (front row) Brayden Williams, Josh Bailey and Justin Richardson.The 2013 All-District 13-AA football teams were recently named.

Gibson County players selected to the All-District team were (back row) Jake Siler, Jercolby Milan and Danny Evans. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

F & M PLAYERS OF THE MONTH - The November Pioneer player of the Month is sophomore point guard Peyton Holt. Holt averaged 15 points, 2 steals and 3 rebounds. Coach Justin Lowery said, “He has really stepped up as a leader and does a great job handling the ball for us. He execut well on both ends of the floor with defensive and offensive. He works hard every day and gives the extra effort.”

The Lady Pioneer Player of the Month for November is senior forward Sarah Beth Mullins. Mullins averages 10 points, 5 rebounds and 2 steals per game. Coach Mitch Wilkins said, “She has taken on a greater leadership role this year with such a young team. She is very vocal and always encouraging to her teammates She is a very focused, determined player and works extremely hard every day.” Blake Smith with Farmers & Merchants Bank, Rutherford presented each Player of the Month with a game ball. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

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Gibson County picks up two big district wins

LEE HITS FROM THE OUTSIDE - Gibson County senior Joe Lee hits from outside during the Pioneers win 59-52 win over Trenton. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

UP FOR A SHOT - Deonte’ Watson gets past a defender and goes up for a shot in Friday night action against Trenton. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

BY LORI CATHEY Gibson County Pioneer Mac Hicks made back-toback jump shots for baskets to give Gibson County a 5-2 lead over Trenton.

Gibson County would not relinquish the lead the entire game. Gibson County ended the first quarter with Peyton Holt driving strong to the lane for a basket with 21-second to give Gibson County a 10 to 3 lead.

Pioneer Tyler Freeman ,with a 4-foot jump shot, opened up the second quarter. Trenton’s Xavier Ball with a steal and basket made it 12-8 with 5:56 left in the second quarter. With back-to-back baskets from Peyton Holt Gibson County took a 21 to 17 lead with 4:05 left in the quarter. Trenton’s Kerdrick Malone hit a 3pointer with 30 seconds left to pull to within one (21-20) point at halftime.

Gibson County came out in the third quarter and outscored Trenton 17 to 6 behind a 3-pointer by Pierce Holt and two drives to the basket from Qua Harris.

The Pioneers took a 38 to 26 lead going into the fourth

quarter.

With back-to-back 3– pointers by Trenton’s Xavier Ball and Matthew Pickard made it 47-41 with 3:00 minutes left in the game.

At the 1:49 mark Trenton pulled within 3 point (5047) on a 3-points play

by Pickard. Trenton was forced to foul and Gibson County made 11 of 14 free throws in the fourth quarter.

Making the free throws for GC was Pierce Holt, Peyton Holt, Zach Eskew and Qua Harris. Gibson County was outscored 26 to 21 in the final quarter but the Pioneers held on to defeat Trenton 59-52.

Gibson County was 1826 from the free throw line, had 12 forced turnovers and had 36 rebounds.

Leading in scoring for the night for Gibson County was Peyton Holt who netted 19 points. Qua Harris scored 15 points and Mac Hicks and Brannion Simpson each had 7 points.

Zach Eskew finished with 5 points, Pierce Holt had 4 points and Tyler Freeman added 2 points.

Gibson County faced

SIMPSON POWERS HIS WAY UP FOR A BASKET - Brannion Simpson looks to power his way up for a basket over two Humboldt defenders. (Photo by Lori

#1 in the state Single A Humboldt last week.

Humboldt opened the game up with back-to-back baskets to take a 4-0 lead.

Pioneer Mac Hicks, with a pull-up jumper scored to make it 6-3 Humboldt. At the 5:30 mark Humboldt went on a 7-0 run but Gibson County’s Hicks hit a 3-pointer from the left corner with 8 seconds to make it 13-8 Humboldt to end the quarter.

Pioneer Joe Lee with a pull up jump shot got Gibson County as close as 13-10 to start the second quarter. Humboldt went on a 20-7 run and took a 33 to 17 lead at halftime.

In the first four minutes of the third quarter Gibson County outscored Humboldt 15 to 5 behind a jump shot by Zach Eskew, an offensive rebound put back from Deonte’ Watson and a 3-pointer from Peyton Holt.

Humboldt had a 44 to 34 lead going into the fourth quarter.

In the fourth quarter both Brannion Simpson and Peyton Holt both made long three pointers but Gibson County was outscored 14 to

9. Gibson County lost 5843 to Humboldt.

Gibson County for the game was 10-of-30 from the field, 5-of-14 3-pointers and 4-of-12 from the free throw line with 21 rebounds.

Peyton Holt had a gamehigh 17 points for Gibson County hitting 6-of-11 from the field. Mac Hicks had 9 points, Joe Lee 6, Brannion Simpson 6, Deonte’ Watson 3 and Zach Eskew 2.

In the Thursday night game against Bradford the Pioneers won 60 to 50. Mac Hicks led Gibson County with 18 points, Joe Lee 12, Brannion Simpson 10, Peyton Holt 8, Zach Eskew 8, Pierce Holt 2 and Qua Harris 2.

Friday night, Gibson County traveled to South Fulton and lost 64-38.

Scoring for Gibson County were: Peyton Holt with 10 points, Pierce Holt 8 points, Brannion Simpson 7 points, Zack Eskew 6 points, Deonte’ Watson 2 points, Devante Wilkes 2 points and Joe Lee 2 point.

The Pioneers next home game will be Friday night against Bradford High School at 6:00 p.m.

LOOKS FOR ROOM - Pioneer Tyler Freeman looks for room to move between twoTrenton defenders.

(Photo by Lori Cathey)

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CITY STICKER NOTICE The City of Dyer Municipal Code Chapter 7, Section 15-701 states that “all resident owners or operators of motor vehicles shall be required to register such vehicles with the city recorder annually on or before the fifteenth day of April.�

Owners and operators of motor vehicles may purchase city stickers for $30.00 each between January 1, 2014 and April 15, 2014.

City stickers purchased after April 15, 2014 will cost $72.00 each.

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Property Transfers

Marriages Richard Gale Evans of Humboldt and Sharon Kay Vickery Evans of Humboldt Clay Douglas Farrell of Milan and Kristen Nicole Quick of Milan Timothy Jermone Hinson, Sr. of Bells and Dorothy Faye Norville of Bells Dylan Blake Hester of Gainesville, Florida and Lauren Elizabeth Whitley of Rutherford Michael William Jackson of Humboldt and Elizabeth Ann-Marie Farris of Humboldt

Edward Allan Butler of Dyer and Jennifer Caroline Richards of Dyer Brandon Craig Clenney of Rutherford and Mallory Caitlin Walker of Kenton Stephen Ray Murphy of Milan and Traci Carol McEwen Green of Milan Brian Keith Frazier of Milan and Amie Christine Rygula of Milan Roger Wayne Mason, Jr. of Milan and Krystal Renee Martin of Milan Larry David Morgan, 2nd of Springville and

Jessica Nicole Copeland of McKenzie Kenneth Jordan, III of Milan and Shannon Blair Gyselinck of Milan Daniel Paul Long of Medina and Shelley Marie Eddings Winberry of Medina Lee Wayne Butler of Humboldt and Charlynn Bush of Humboldt Thomas Harris Diffee, Jr. of Humboldt and Julie Ann Smith Edge of Trenton Michael Ray Bell of Trenton and Jo Lyn Jordan of Medina

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At the start of the meeting grant writer Shannon Taylor discussed possible grants for the city to apply for in a public meeting. She discussed the city’s eligibility for housing grants, water system improvements and sewer rehabilitation.

Kevin Buchanan, a former police officer, asked the board to reconsider his termination.

Buchanan lost his position due to a personnel violation in December. At the request of Mayor Davidson, former Chief Kirk fired him on his last day of work with the city. Buchanan said the problem was taken care of the day he learned about it and wanted his position back, with back pay and to retain his seniority.

Agee made a motion to reinstate Buchanan with back pay and seniority.

There was much discussion

between the mayor and board members.

“Everybody gets down sometimes. If he is a good officer and is doing his job, then his personal business has nothing to do with it,” said Skinner.

Simpson said, “You say it’s personal but when you have an officer and it’s his job to uphold the law it gets a little ‘iffy’.”

Johns said, “I know he has worked good but to wear a badge you should hold yourself to higher standard.”

Agee said, “There is not anyone who hasn’t done something to be ashamed of.”

Sharp said, “We have an ethics code, too. Sitting around this table, are we worthy to make those decisions on other people?

We need to give him another chance and give him what he asked for.”

“If we do that he has

no punishment. We have fired another part-time officer and a city worker for the same thing,” added Simpson.

The board voted three to three to reinstate Buchanan.

Voting in favor were Sharp, Agee and Skinner. Those opposed were Johns, Taylor and Simpson.

Mayor Davidson broke the tie, voting to reinstate Buchanan.

Davidson said she felt she was misinformed about the situation when the decision was made to fire him.

Later in the week Chief Barnes promoted Buchanan to captain.

Skinner made a motion to pass a proclamation to observe Energy Week. The motion was approved.

The board discussed what to do about street paving.

Simpson said he couldn’t get anybody to come and look at them. Davidson said she wanted to get bid

The year in review: 2013 from page 1 the center preventing it from receiving emergency calls.

For nearly six decades, the C.W. Sanderson’s Furniture and Appliances and Hardware store has been an institution in downtown Kenton.

Storeowner Diane Sanderson has announced she is closing the furniture and appliances store and is retiring from the business. The Kenton Hardware side of the business will continue to operate.

When the annual Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant was held in Jackson last month, Rutherford’s own Victoria “Tori” Abbott was among the contestants competing. Abbott was among 36 contestants vying for the Miss Tennessee title and the opportunity to compete in the Miss America Pageant.

July 24, 2013 Jeff Crittendon, Assistant Operator for Dyer Water and Wastewater recently received his Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License from the State of Tennessee. Plant operators in Tennessee are required to be licensed by the TN Department of Environment and conservation.

Dyer requires both a Grade III Water and Wastewater operator.

July 31, 2013 The 17th Annual Good Luck Volunteer Fire Department Rodeo was held Saturday, July 27 at the Baier Roping Arena in Rutherford. The Good Luck Fire Department members dedicated the 2013 Rodeo to one of their own brother firefighter, Mike Greene.

The main course of discussion at the Rutherford Board of Mayor and Alderpersons meeting on July 15th was hiring a new city recorder and new police officers. The board discussed three applicants for the city recorder position. Alderman Larry Belew made a motion to hire Ann Caton. After some discussion the board voted in favor of hiring Caton.

August 7, 2013 Mrs. Catherine Thomas celebrated her 99th birthday July 23 at her home in Dyer.

She received over 200 birthday cards from family, friends, and former students. Thomas taught Home Economic for many years at Dyer High School.

Nite Lite community theater is excited to announce the cast for the upcoming fall production, ‘Southern Hospitality.’ Johnny McIlwain, Jr. of Dyer will direct the show

assisted by Mandi Armstorng with Becky Jo Maxwell serving as the producer.

August 14, 2013 Two new trustees were sworn in to office at the Gibson County Special School District board meeting last Thursday.

Eddie Watkins will represent District 2 and Benny Boals District 6. Watkins received 119 votes in the August 1st election to unseat Bruce Pate, who received 94 votes. Boals takes Sara Meal’s seat. The former board chair did not seek re-election.

August 21, 2013 If you haven’t already noticed, there are new smiling faces at Dyer City Hall! The all-new staff is busy with the day-today operations of the city’s business and learning something new every day.

City Recorder Nathan Reed was appointed and hired in May by the city board following the resignation of Jason Griggs. Within a couple of week, city clerk Tracy Taylor turned in her resignation. Autumn Wynn and Hunter Simmons have been hired as the new city clerks.

Rainy weather couldn’t stop the 20th Annual International Washer Pitchin’ Contest held Saturday, August 17th in Yorkville. The event kicked off Friday night with a huge crowd of well over 250 turning out to enjoy fried catfish at the Yorkville Community Center.

On Saturday morning, there were 29 runners in the first ever 5K Run starting at Yorkville CP Church and ending at Bethel Baptist Church.

I’m sure that when people began planning the Gibson County Fair back in 1856 through the Legislative Act of 1855 they had no idea it would still be around all these years later. The longest running fair in the South opens August 26 and closes August 31.

August 28, 2013 An auto body repair business, an attorney, a public servant and an educator took top honors at the 30th Annual Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet/Golf Outing held Tuesday, August 20th at Pinecrest Golf Course.

Shelby Dotson, an 18 year old Freshman at UTM and the daughter of Mark and Tammy Dotson of Rutherford, was crowned the 2013 Fairest of the Fair August 24 at the

annual pageant held on the fairgrounds.

September 4, 2013 Last week Gibson County’s golf team put their names in the Gibson County High School athletic record book for shooting a combined score of 148 to set a school record for a nine-hole match. The team picked up three big wins over Peabody, Union City and Crockett County with all four golfers shooting in the 30’s.

September 11, 2013 Saturday was a red-letter day for Gibson County Utility District. The gas utility that celebrated 60 years of service to Gibson County citizens was the first natural gas utility district in the state of Tennessee.

Gibson County has won a “total victory” in a lawsuit that prevents outside ambulances from operating in the county, county attorney Floyd Flippin told county commissioners September 9. On August 20 Gibson Co. Chancellor George Ellis granted summary judgment in favor on the county.

September 18, 2013 Two new Dyer Alderman were sworn in Monday, September 9th by City Recorder Nathan Reed. Richard Reed and Joe Gathings took that oath prior to the regularly scheduled meeting. The men were appointed to fill the position vacated by Nathan Reed and Roger Gray. Their terms will expire December, 31, 2014.

They’re meeting benchmarks and closing gaps, surpassing state averages and earning high honors. Gibson County Special students scored will on the 2013 TCAP and are making gains on the ACT. The district ranked 14th in the state in Reading/ Language Arts, 15th in Math, 6th in Science, and 8th in Social Studies.

September 25, 2013 Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam announced last Tuesday six recipients of Community Development Block Grants totaling $2,206,270 that will assist with fire protection and sewer system improvements in Gibson County communities.

The grant recipients include Dyer, Rutherford, Gibson, Humboldt, Milan and Trenton. The announcements were made in the Teapot Room at Trenton City Hall.

Additional CDB recipients will be announced throughout September. Gibson Co. Mayor Tom Witherspoon introduced Governor Haslam.

Lisa H. Phillips to Darryl’s Trenton Auto Sales, LLC d/b/ a C&C Auto Sales of TN – 3rd CD Marilyn Ann Jackson to Shoaf Buying Group – 13th CD Danny Pierce and wife, Delilah Pierce to Richard Staples and wife, Patricia Staples – 21st CD Frances Marie Workman, Harlan Louis Workman, Freida Marthfield Rogers, Kenneth Earl Workman, Ronnie D. Workman and Beverly Dawn Humphrey to Ricky Langston and wife, Paula Langston – 21st CD Scott David Honen to Mitchell S. Cooper – Humboldt Jerry N. Faulkner and Shelby J. Faulkner to Jacob D. Faulkner – 9th CD Tracy L. Ledvina to Royce Ann Reynolds – 21st CD Farris Edward Glover and wife, Verlie Glover to Aaron Partee and wife, Shirley Cliff Partee – 7th CD Billy Hanks and wife, Doris Hanks to Kay Hanks Jackson – Gibson County Carolyn Crews Porter and husband, Jerry Porter to Garrett Ethan Thompson and wife, Alyson Paige Thompson and Jeff Cooper – 14th CD Jones Farms, Inc. to Frank Napierala and wife, Joyce Napierala – 2nd CD Christopher Edward Brewer to Justin R. Barker and wife, Jessica C. Barker – Medina Nathan Sellers and Phyllis S. Dudley to Shenan McEwen – 13th CD Baptiste Inc. to James Hope –Trenton Helen Cole Alexander to Keith Steele and wife, Michelle Steele and James B. Dowland and wife, Robin Dowland – 12th CD Jerry E. Winberry and wife, Deborah Winberry to Elaine Fowler – Milan Debra D. Carter to Federal National Mortgage Association – Medina Joyce Hardin, William Hardin, Jr. and Carolotta Hardin to Bob Wilson – 7th CD LD

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Terry Smith Dunagan and husband, James Darrell Dunagan and Paula Denise Smith Duck and husband, Ray Duck to Jane Brown – Yorkville Phillip J. Hoffman, Successor Trustee and Beth A. Adams, Successor Trustee of The Hoffman Family Trust to Amanda M. Nevil and husband, Anthony W. Nevil – Trenton Lee Campbell to Debbie Wilshire – 8th CD Barry R. Dolan and wife, Paula D. Dolan to Donna J. Hinson – Humboldt Hale Estates, LLC to David T. Bunney and wife, Karla Bunney – Humboldt First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company to Mildred Horn – Trenton Tennessee Housing Development Agency to I Think Investments – Humboldt David Wayne Walton, Jr. to BRC, LLC – Humboldt Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Lone Oak Holdings, LLC – Humboldt Jessica Harrison Cox and Patsy Ann Harrison to Patrick Roberson – 14th CD Pamela McKinnies, Sammy D. Dance, Thomas Martin and Sally Brooks Martin to Dorothy M. Dance – 13th CD J.H. Luckey, Jr., Successor Co-Trustee and Arthur L. Sparks, Jr. Successor CoTrustee of the Luckey Living Trust to Susan Anderson Luckey Robinson and husband, Jim Robinson – 2nd CD of Gibson County and 6th CD of Madison County J.H. Luckey, Jr., Successor Co-Trustee and Arthur L. Sparks, Jr. Successor CoTrustee of the Luckey Living Trust, to Nina Caroline Luckey Grissom and husband, Ralph Grissom – 2nd CD of Gibson County and 6th CD of Madison County J.H. Luckey, Jr., Successor Co-Trustee and Arthur L. Sparks, Jr., Successor CoTrustee of the Luckey Living Trust, to Beth Luckey Hand and husband, Michael Shane

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NEW SIGNS - The new signs for Dyer City Hall were installed last week. As Doug Duncan snapped this picture, he said he was reminded of the time in 1973 when he took down the Gladhill’s Pharmacy sign and put up his own Duncan’s Pharmacy sign. Dyer City Hall is planning to open in its new location downtown on Janaury 20th. An open house is being planned for later date.

STATION 4 FLOODED - Station 4 located in the Dyer Industrial Park was flooded for the third time in six years by heavy rains on December 21st. The station’s contents are insured and clean up of the building should be finished in one more week, said Mayor Chris Younger. To prevent the station from flooding again, Younger said the city, which owns the building, is looking at constructing a barrier around the outer edges. None of the ambulances were damaged in this incident (photo by Lori Cathey)

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OH I WISH I WERE AN OSCAR MAYER WIENER - Visiting the Oscar Mayer ‘Wienermobile’ at Dyer Food Rite were Kim, Robert, Brittany and Peter Turner (photo above). Colten Higdon (photo at right) was all smiles as he became an Oscar Mayer wiener with one of the cut-outs provided for picture taking.

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Collections of fees for January through November 2013 totaled $82,939.06, excluding December.

When fines and other court charges were tabulated, revenues for the first eleven months of 2013 totaled $122,110.

Many Juvenile Court fees were not collected in years prior to 2010, officials said. “It took people sending out bills to get this money collected,� said Shelton.

While officials approved of collecting the revenues which will go into the General Fund, Shelton said

WIENERMOBILE COMES TO FOOD RITE - The Oscar Mayer ‘wienermobile’ stopped at Dyer Food Rite on Saturday, January 10th for a couple of hours. Visitors were allowed to see the inside of wienermobile that features ketchup red and mustard yellow seats and a trail of ‘mustard’ running down the center of the carpet. Children were given ‘wiener

whistles’ and stickers. Everyone attending enjoyed a free Oscar Mayer hot dog. Parents and grandparents were busy snapping pictures of kids standing inside the Oscar Mayer wiener cut-outs. Amber Croom brought her children Carter, Clayton and Catelyn to see the wienermobile. With the Crooms are Food Rite employees Paige Roberts and Kaitlyn Carlton.

the collections represent troubled times for families and communities. “It’s a dark day in Gibson County when you see those collections,� Shelton said. “A lot of our families are in Juvenile Court.�

He said the county processes as many as 125 Juvenile Court cases each week on average. “That translates into between five and six thousand cases at an annual rate,� Shelton said. “That is about ten to twelve percent of the population of our county that is going through Juvenile Court.

The volume of paper this generates is something you can’t even imagine. This is all sensitive information that has to be filed and kept properly.�

He said County Clerk Joyce Brown and her staff have handled record filings since the elimination of the Juvenile Court Clerk position in 2010. “Joyce (Brown) has been overwhelmed, and that’s putting it mildly,� said Shelton. “She said she needs part-time help to do the filing.�

The Budget Committee recommended that Brown transfer money in her budget to pay for the parttime help. Monday, the Commission approved the budget transfer of $5,000 to cover the cost of the position until June 30. “There will be more discussion when we get to budget time,� added Shelton, who also serves as the County Budget Chairman.

Insurance costs rise - In other Commission actions Jan. 13, the Commission voted 20-2 to approve a new insurance payment plan that will have county

employees paying $32 more monthly for insurance coverage through the county. The county will also pay $32 for each employee, a total of $70,272. The county budget will have to be amended to absorb the costs.

A county employee on the “Buy Up� coverage plan will see monthly premiums increase from $150.13 to $184.13. An employee on the “Base� plan will see premiums increase from $44.39 to $76.39. “The Insurance Committee felt like we couldn’t come before you and ask you to assume the whole $64 increase,� said Com. Bobby Cotham, Chair of the Insurance Committee. “I can’t remember when we’ve asked employees to help pay more on insurance. I think it’s been a long time.

The county has taken on paying increases and offset the cost to employees, but this time we had to stop and take a good look at what’s best for employees and also for the county.�

Insurance agent Keith Siler spoke and said the county’s insurance is increasing by 12%. “The reason (for the increase) is claims,� said Siler. “You thought it was going to be Obamacare, didn’t you? The county insurance is being affected very little by the Affordable Care Act.�

He said the county had to pay out $150,000 in insurance costs for just three county employees this year. “It was the toughest year we’ve had so far in claims,� Siler said.

The county pays up to a $50,000 deductable cost per employee.

Trenton Medical Center Update West Tennessee Healthcare continues to deliver on our commitment to bring more of the services people need most often to Gibson County

In Trenton the changes include: Gibson General Hospital will be replaced by Trenton Medical Center The Emergency Room will stop seeing patients January 17, 2014 at 1 pm Trenton Medical Center Urgent Care will open on January 20, 2014 Mon – Fri 4 pm – 9 pm | Saturday 8 am – 1 pm

Urgent Care Sports Plus Rehab Centers

No interruption in Sports Plus Physical Therapy Services No interruption in Lab and X-Ray Outpatient Services Coming Soon:

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Hospitalist Program at Milan General Hospital is in operation providing care focused on the needs of patients who are hospitalized

Providing More of the Health Care Services People Need Most Often