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Gibson EMC purchases Gibson General Hospital property, WTH to construct new medical facility TCR to close for holidays The Tri-City Reporter will be closed Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas holiday. There will be an early deadline for the January 1st edition. Deadline is Friday, December 28 at 12 noon. The Tri-City office will also be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2014 for New Year’s Day. Have a safe and happy holiday season.

West Tennessee Healthcare announced plans today to purchase a 2.7 acre tract located at 2017 South College Street in Trenton for $196,000 for a new Trenton Medical Center which will offer a range of medical services tailored to the health needs of the community. Gibson General Hospital, located at 200 Hospital Drive in Trenton, will close and the site will be sold to Gibson Electric Membership Corporation for $70,000. The agreement with Gibson Electric will allow West Tennessee Healthcare to provide its new Trenton Medical Center services in part of the existing hospital building until a new facility is constructed. The Trenton hospital, including its Emergency Room, will close on

January 17. Trenton Medical Center will begin providing services at the current hospital site on January 20, 2013. Services will include an afterhours urgent care walk-in clinic, Sports Plus outpatient physical therapy, an onsite lab and imaging services. “We are very pleased and excited about the sale of the hospital property and the opportunity it provides for a new Trenton Medical Center facility,” said Bobby Arnold, President and CEO of West Tennessee Healthcare. “It allows us to continue our Mission in Gibson County in a new medical center to provide the types of health care people most often need close to home,“ he added. see page 3

For The Kids

Dyer agrees to sell water to Rutherford The City of Dyer Board of Mayor and Alderpersons agreed to sell water to the Town of Rutherford while they wait for repairs to be made to the city’s wet well. The board met in regular session, Monday, December 9. Those present were Mayor Chris Younger, Alderpersons Judy Baker, Richard Reed, Belinda Oliver, Michael Barron, Robert Johnson, Bitsy Gilliland, Joe Gathings, and Marilyn Williamson. City Attorney Jimbo Webb was present. Mayor Larry Davidson from the Town of Rutherford addressed the board asking to purchase water from the City of Dyer while repairs on Rutherford’s wet well are completed. Mayor Davidson stated that he and Mayor Younger had already been in discussions. Based on Rutherford’s Monthly Operating Report (MOR), the average daily usage is 88,000 gallons. Davidson asked that Rutherford be allowed to purchase water based on this daily average for a see page 2

Farm Credit donates to Tenn. AgrAbility Joetta T. White, UT area specialist for the Tennessee AgrAbility program, proudly accepted a donation to the Tennessee AgrAbility program from Farm Credit Mid-America. This USDA program provides assistance to farmers, agricultural workers and farm family members (spouses and children) impacted by a disability. AgrAbility consists of a national project and state/ regional projects, each involving collaborative see page 3

ST. JUDE FUNDRAISER – Roger Utter, Brad Clark, Amy Richardson and Melissa Workman began training for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital annual marathon back in August. Ice and frigid temperatures forced the cancelation of the marathon on December 7th. Although they did not get to complete their goal of running a half-marathon they did raise $4,297 for the hospital through donations.

Bad weather spoils the race but runners feel like winners BY BRAD CLARK December 7th 2013, in Memphis at 8 a.m. was a day and a time we had been working toward since August. The ‘we’ being Amy Richardson, Melissa Workman, Roger Utter and myself, Brad Clark. It was the day of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital annual marathon and halfmarathon. It was a day which unfortunately ended with considerably less pomp and circumstance than expected, thanks to a lovely ice storm. Our love for running met up with our love for sick children when we signed up for the 13.1 miles of the half-marathon. With butterflies in our stomachs, we bravely clicked the confirm button on our computers to seal our fates and signed up for the race. It was almost like we actually knew what we were getting ourselves into. Through mutual friends we met and began meeting at 7 a.m. on Saturday mornings, either at the Church of Christ building in Rutherford or behind the Barber Shop in Dyer to take off on the weekly trip of our “long run” as a group. We started pushing our bodies to do a little bit more

every week, along with opening our mouths to encourage folks to donate money to St Jude. Both of those endeavors turned out to be pretty successful. We met up for our runs at first as running buddies, which over time changed into friendship. You can’t help but get to know somebody when you’re running shoulder to shoulder with them or looking at their backside for a couple of hours every week! We learned where our favorite running routes were, where all the dogs are (especially Tucker behind Co-Op, and Mr. Bill Minton’s very friendly pooch), and how to run into a cornfield if you had to do a number one (it’s a lot more difficult than you’d think after 4 or 5 miles). Lots of people just like us, locally and some not so local probably learned and did the same things. Most of them, like us showed up in Memphis on the day before the race only to learn before the day was over, that the race had been called off. Kind of a bummer! see page 3

Abbott crowned Miss Parsons, qualifies for Miss Tennessee

MISS PARSONS - Victoria Abbott of Rutherford was crowned Miss Parsons 2014 on December 14 by Miss Parson 2013, Oksana Joy Nelson.

Victoria Abbott, a Rutherford native, was crowned Miss Parsons 2014 on Saturday, December 14. The title qualifies Abbott to compete in the Miss Tennessee pageant next June. Abbott is the daughter of Alan and Tracy Abbott of Rutherford. Abbott is a 2013 graduate of UT Martin with a degree in integrated studies, fourth through eighth grade education. She is currently teaches seventh and eighth grade math at Rutherford Jr. High School. Abbott will make an appearance as Miss Parsons at the World’s Largest Coon Hunt. Her platform is Breast Cancer Awareness. In the talent competition, Abbott sang ‘Power of the Dream’ by Celine Dion. The competition also included swimsuit, evening gown and private interview.

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State has America’s worst violent crime ranking THE MIRROR-EXCHANGE Tennessee has the nation’s worst crime rate, according to a new report by the United Health Foundation, which is based in Brentwood, Tennessee. With a high rate of violent crime and large number of residents who smoke, Tennessee ranked 42nd among the fifty U.S. states in overall health, according to the report. Nationwide, Americans are making considerable progress in their overall health, according to United Health Foundation’s 2013 America’s Health Rankings®: A Call to Action for Individuals & Their Communities. Americans improved in a majority of key behavioral measures, including smoking, physical activity and obesity. But Tennessee lags behind many states in some areas, including 31% of adults being obese. see page 3

Ryan Moulder

Dyer student selected for Traditions of Europe tour BY CRYSTAL BURNS A Dyer student with a keen interest in genealogy will visit his ancestors’ homeland this summer. Ryan Moudler, a freshman at Gibson County High School, has been selected for the 2014 People to People Student Ambassador Programs. Moudler will join 39 students from the Jackson and Memphis areas on a 19-day Traditions of Europe tour. Moulder’s journey will begin in Ireland in June. see page 3

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Insight & Opinion It’s a wonderful movie, after all

Clayburn Peeples reports: (continued from last week) Even though it did fairly well at the box office, high production expenses due to its many scene changes caused the movie, It’s a Wonderful Life, to cost so much to make that it lost money at the box office. Also, when it was released, even though it garnered five Oscar nominations, the critics were ambivalent at best. The New York Times said it was too sentimental. Some critics went even further, referring to it as “Capra-corn.” Still others said its theme was too dark, too film-norish with its exploration of failure, anxiety and death, not to mention the suffocating nature of small town life. One critic called it an asphyxiating story of growing up and relinquishing our dreams. Consequently, the movie did nothing for Capra’s career. Before the war, he had been the hottest director in Hollywood, with such hits as It Happened One Night, Mr.

found it tremendously moving, and they loved Jimmy Stewart in the part of George Bailey. Before the war, Stewart had been considered a lightweight, comedic actor, but in this movie, he changed people’s minds as he played to perfection the role of a man who sees his hopes of world travel and adventure repeatedly dashed as he relinquishes his dreams over and over for others, and fate sentences him to the humdrum world of making loans to working people for modest homes and scrambling to keep a penny ante savings and loan association afloat. His performance was a perfect balance of hope and despair, as he repeatedly renounced his dreams of traveling the world and building bridges for the well being of others. In the course of the movie he so emptied himself out of love that instead of building bridges, he tried to jump off one. Throughout the movie he had endured one faith testing disaster after another until he could no longer shoulder the load. Luckily for him, however, his fellow townspeople believed in intercessory prayer, and their prayers were answered in the form of a bumbling Angel Second Class named Clarence Odbody, who after 200 years in Heaven, had yet to earn his

Deeds Goes to Town and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, but It’s a Wonderful Life, couldn’t revive his box office magic. After its initial run, it was mostly forgotten, and Capra never regained his prewar status. Then, in 1974, something wonderful happened. When the studio was attempting to renew its copyright for the movie, a clerical error resulted in the film falling into the public domain. That meant that anyone could show it for free, and just about every television station in America did so during the 70’s and 80’s. Many of them used it as a cheap alternative to expensive network holiday productions, and to all the “experts” amazement, It’s a Wonderful Life consistently beat them out in the ratings. By the turn of this century, it had become one of the most beloved movies of all time. Because ordinary people, the people Capra made the movie for, loved it. They

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as bad, when good people do nothing. But it is also interspersed with absolutely delightful moments, one of the best being the most wholesomely romantic scenes in movie history, that of the longdistance telephone call in which Stewart angrily finds himself hopelessly in love with Donna Reed. It is wonderfully charged with romance, yet at the same time it fiercely and beautifully expresses the suppressions and compromises upon which married life rests. Less than a year after the movie came out, Capra received a package from the warden of San Quinton Prison, containing more than 1,500 letters from inmates,

all of them telling Capra how positively the film had affected them. Letters poured in from other places as well, and continued to do so until Capra’s death. Fortunately, he lived long enough to see the movie named the most inspirational movie of all time. He was asked once, toward the end of his life, it was still possible to make such movies. “Well, if it isn’t,” he replied, “we might as well give up.” Indeed, but don’t take my word for it. Watch it yourself, with your family. You may even get through it without a lump in your throat. But if you can, you’d better get your heart checked. Merry Christmas to everyone.

Letter to the Editor

Fiscal responsibility needed Dear Editor, Our state government is mandated by the Tennessee Constitution to balance their budget. It is unfortunate that our county government has no requirement to balance their budget and adding to the potential for recklessness as we have no debt ceiling either. Over the last three years the Gibson County Commission has passed three big deficit budgets averaging over 1 million dollars annually. Deficit budgets are fiscally irresponsible (period). Over the last three years our county commission has allocated over 3.2 million dollars in spending for which there is no revenue to cover. The budgets over the last four years have allowed for a 4% annual increase in the cost of our county government. Our County Commission has

added 1.75 million dollars to our debt and the only choices ahead are to borrow even more money or raise taxes again and by a considerable amount. Statistics show clearly that the higher our taxes are the higher our unemployment will be. On average the people of Gibson County’s incomes have fallen with inflation eating at the remainder. Our home values and other asset values have fallen. We have a reported 12.5% unemployed which is far below reality. We are burdened with the 51.5% property tax increase of 2010. How are we going to pay for a 4% annual growth in the cost of our county government? Mayor Witherspoon has stated that he wants the current $35 wheel tax increased to $100. We would then have the highest wheel tax in Tennessee and

unfortunately the resulting increase in revenue wouldn’t be near enough to cover the deficit spending. The last explanation I was given for these increasing budgets was inflation. Aren’t the people of Gibson County dealing with the same inflation? It seems our County Commission has far more consideration for county government than they do the people who elected them. Our only remedy is for fiscally responsible individuals who will actually represent the people of Gibson County to run for County Commission. Elections are in August of 2014. Qualifying petitions to run for County Commission can be obtained at the election office in the Court House beginning Friday, January 3rd 2014. David Nance Gibson County Patriots

Dyer agrees to sell from page 1 short period of time without installing a meter; the cost of the meter is prohibitive for a short-term project. Alderman Johnson asked Mayor Davidson about contingency planning if Rutherford needed to purchase water for more than a few weeks. Davidson stated that a meter would be purchased. Alderperson Baker asked Dyer Water Superintendent Randy Gregory about whether the additional 88,000 gallon consumption would impact Dyer’s fire protection. Gregory stated that he didn’t foresee any problems due to excess consumption in both communities. Alderman Barron asked if cross connecting to Rutherford would impact water pressure in Dyer. Gregory said that residents wouldn’t notice a difference, and that in testing, the Dyer Water Department monitored pressure and no changes were noted. A motion was made by Barron to permit Mayor Younger to sign an agreement with the Town of Rutherford to sell water at the rate of 88,000 gallons per day at Dyer’s regular rate. Johnson said he would prefer to put a time limit on the agreement after which a meter would be installed. Johnson made a motion to amend the motion to limit the agreement to sell on the 88,000 gallon per day average to two weeks. The motion was approved. The motion, as amended, was approved with all in favor. The motion was: To permit the Mayor to sign an

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agreement with the Town of Rutherford whereby Rutherford may purchase water from Dyer for up to two weeks at the rate of 88,000 gallons per day at Dyer’s regular rate. If Rutherford wishes to continue purchasing water after two weeks, a meter will be installed, and water billed based on the metered consumption. Jeremy Myles of 317 E. Maple addressed the board asking for an adjustment to his water bill dated October 31, 2013. His water bill had averaged approximately $60 per month. Myles said a plumber was called and no leak was discovered, yet his October bill was approximately $375. A motion was made Judy Baker to adjust Myles’s bill to the previous three month average. The motion was approved. Mayor Younger reported that he had purchased two loads of sand and a load of gravel in preparation for the forecasted inclement weather the previous week. The total purchase was $866.36. Baker made a motion to approve $866.36 for the purchase of sand and gravel. The motion was approved. Younger congratulated Jeff Crittendon on passing his Grade III Water certification. Dyer now has 3 Grade III Water and Wastewater operators. Baker made a motion to increase Crittendon’s compensation by $1,500 per year, as per the agreement when Crittendon was hired. The motion was approved. Street and Maintenance

committee chair Johnson reported that the leaf machine is being worked on by Cottrell. The bearings are down. The city can purchase the bearings at a discount and save the tax. Johnson made a motion to authorize the repair of the leaf machine at a labor cost of $600 with the cost of the bearings to be determined. The motion was approved. Buildings Committee chair Gilliland reported that renovations at the city hall are progressing. She also reported that TML has paid the claim on the VFW roof less the $1,000 deductible. She recommends that the city contract with Griffin Construction to complete the repairs. Gilliland made a motion to contract with Griffin Construction to repair the VFW roof for $2,375.00. The motion was approved. Johnson made a motion to cancel the December 23, 2013 regular meeting. The motion was approved. Baker made a motion to authorize the $100 annual Christmas bonuses for full time employees. The motion was approved. Baker said she thought it was appropriate to also pay a bonus to volunteer firemen and other part time employees as they, too, are valuable to the City of Dyer. Baker made the motion to pay a $25 bonus to all firemen and part time workers. The motion was approved. Gilliland made a motion to pay the general accounts. The motion was approved.

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Farm Credit donates to Tenn. AgriAbility from page 1 partnerships between land grant universities and various non-profit disability service organizations. “AgrAbility is valuable because it puts people first. It meets the needs of the person. It helps the client overcome obstacles so they can continue working in their normal work atmosphere,” White said. “We work with organizations who help with disabilities for our funding for agriculture assistive technology devices through donations, such as the one from Farm Credit and fund-raisers. The donation from Farm Credit will be used to help offset costs for AgrAbility customers in obtaining assistive

technologies devices to make their farming easier with their disability.” The vision of AgrAbility is to enable a high quality lifestyle for farmers, ranchers and other agricultural workers with disabilities. Through education and assistance, AgrAbility helps to eliminate (or at least minimize) obstacles that block success in production agriculture or agriculturerelated occupations. Since the program began in 1991, the AgrAbility program has impacted the lives of thousands of people through direct services. In addition, new technologies have been developed and commercialized that have dramatically increased

the independence of those working in agriculture. “At Farm Credit, we are committed to the future of agriculture,” said Tim Williams, regional vice president with Farm Credit in West Tennessee. “AgrAbility shares this mission in their work to allow disabled farmers to overcome obstacles in continuing to farm. We are proud to provide funding to help them ensure that these individuals are able to continue doing what they love—producing food, fuel and fiber.” “AgrAbility is valuable because it puts people first. It meets the needs of the person. It helps the client overcome obstacles so they can

continue working in their normal work atmosphere,” White said. “We work with organizations who help with disabilities for our funding for agriculture assistive technology devices through donations, such as the one from Farm Credit and fund-raisers. The donation

from Farm Credit will be used to help offset costs for AgrAbility customers in obtaining assistive technologies devices to make their farming easier with their disability. Programs in agriculture and national resources, 4-H youth development, family

and consumer sciences and resource development with the University of Tennessee of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture and county governments cooperating. UT Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.

Tenn. has America’s from page 1 The 2013 report highlights Tennessee’s strengths and challenges. Tennessee’s Strengths •Low prevalence of binge drinking (Rank: 3) •Low incidence of pertussis infections (Rank: 5) •High immunization coverage among children (Rank: 10) Tennessee’s Challenges •High prevalence of smoking: (Rank: 47) •High violent crime rate: (Rank: 50) •High prevalence of low birth weight (Rank: 41) and infant mortality (Rank: 47) Violent Crime is the annual number of murders, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults per 100,000 population. The 2013 ranks are based on the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Crime in the United States: 2012. The violent crime rate varies from less than 200 offenses per 100,000 population in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Virginia to more than

600 offenses per 100,000 population in Alaska, Nevada, and Tennessee. The national average is 387 offenses per 100,000 population, A positive trend for Tennessee is evidence that more residents are becoming more active. The prevalence of inactivity in Tennessee decreased from 35.1% to 28.6% of adults. However, nearly 1.4 million Tennesseans remain physically inactive (Rank: 45). 31.1 percent of the adult population in Tennessee is obese (Rank: 40), and 11.9 percent of the adult population have been diagnosed with diabetes (Rank: 46). State health initiative UnitedHealthcare is actively supporting Healthier Tennessee, an initiative of the Governor’s Foundation for Health and Wellness created to improve the state’s health by: (1) increasing the number of Tennesseans who are active physically for at least 30 minutes five times a week;

(2) encouraging people to eat a healthier diet; and (3) reducing the number of people who use tobacco. Earlier this year, UnitedHealthcare announced it is providing $600,000 in support of Healthier Tennessee and is working in partnership with other Healthier Tennessee coalition members to make a positive impact on the state’s health. According to UnitedHealthcare, the data in the health report come from well-recognized outside sources, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Medical Association, FBI, Dartmouth Atlas Project, U.S. Department of Education and Census Bureau. The report is reviewed and overseen by a Scientific Advisory Committee, with members from leading academic institutions, government agencies and the private sector. For more information visit: www. americashealthrankings.org.

Gibson EMC purchases from page 1 The new Urgent Care Clinic at Trenton Medical Center will be located in the former hospital emergency department. It will operate on weeknights from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. It will be closed on Sundays. Sports Plus outpatient physical therapy will remain a key part of Trenton Medical Center. All of the physical therapists, most whom have been with Sports Plus for years, will continue working with patients with no disruption in services. The on-site lab and imaging services will continue to operate to serve local physicians and residents. All of the primary care services currently offered on the Gibson General Hospital campus by various providers will remain unchanged. “We look forward to finalizing physical plans for the new Trenton Medical Center and sharing our vision for the new facility with the community,” said Sherry

Scruggs, administrator for West Tennessee Healthcare in Gibson County. “We also want people to be aware that we will be providing medical services continuously – now at the hospital site, and in the future at a new facility built specifically for Trenton. “As we continue to align our services in Gibson County we will constantly monitor the needs of those communities to ensure that we are improving the patient experience and health of the population, as well as reducing the per capita cost of health care,” said Arnold. “Meanwhile, it is important for people to know that vital services such as physical therapy, lab and xray will have no interruption in Gibson County. We don’t want anyone to think these important services are not available to them now or in the future in Gibson County,” he added. Humboldt Medical Center will launch January 18, 2014 following the closing of Humboldt General Hospital

and its Emergency Room on January 17, 2014. The health care services there are also being tailored to the needs of the area. Humboldt Medical Center will include a satellite location of Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Emergency Department staffed by a team of eight board certified doctors. It will also include Sports Plus outpatient physical therapy, outpatient laboratory and imaging services and a conference center. In Milan, the addition of a hospitalist program has been completed. The addition of 24/7 coverage by doctors who specialize in the care of hospitalized patients was announced in early December. The hospitalists collaborate with primary care physicians throughout Gibson County and beyond. West Tennessee Healthcare’s mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve while providing exceptional and compassionate care.

ACCEPTS DONATION - Joetta T. White, UT area specialist for Tennessee AgriAbility Program, accepts a check from Tim Williams, Farm Credit Regional vice president, as Chuck Avery Farm Credit financial service officer (left), and Andrew Milton, Farm Credit assistant vice president, look on.

Dyer student selected from page 1 In addition to visiting Dublin and Blarney, student ambassadors will cut enough peat blocks to serve an entire village for the winter. Villagers burn peat instead of wood, Moulder explained. From Ireland, the group heads to Wales for a 2night home stay with host families. Then it’s on to England for a tour of London where students will work with members of Parliament to experience firsthand the similarities and differences between the British government and American democracy. Their London stay will include a trip to the White Sailing Academy. The group leaves London on an overnight ferry and will wake up the next morning to sunrise on the beaches of Normandy, site of the pivotal World War II invasion of Western Allied Forces. Students will visit the American cemetery there before traveling into Paris where they’ll take in The Lourve, the Eiffel Tower, and The Arc de Triomphe among other landmarks. “Spending 19 days in Europe really excites me,” Moulder said. “I’m a real big fan of history.” Moulder is also interested in tracing his genealogy, something he began because he wanted

to know the meaning of his first name. He learned Ryan is an Irish name and took the search from there. “I’ve tried searching for my ancestors for three years now,” he said. “I’ve found my family crest on each side.” His mother’s maiden name, McKee, is also Irish, and his father’s family descends from Germany and England. “I have ancestors who trace back to a few of those countries [on the Traditions of Europe tour],” Moulder said. The cuisine is another perk for Moulder. “They have food over there that we don’t necessarily have all the time,” he said. Tuition for the Traditions of Europe program is $6,999, and Moulder is responsible for raising the money. He said his family plans to send letters requesting donations and may hold fundraisers. People to People started in 1956 when President Dwight D. Eisenhower proposed a peaceful solution for a war-ravaged world. His vision was to give everyday citizens of different countries opportunities to meet and get to know each other. He hoped the result would be understanding, friendship, and lasting peace. The Student Ambassadors Program offers trips for

grades 7-8 and 9-12. Ryan Moulder is the son of Karen and Scott Melton of Dyer and Joe Moulder of Milan. His grandparents are Rachel and Daymond Duck, Dana and Terry Moulder, Glen Melton, and Linda Scarbrough. Moulder is a member of the GCHS football team and enjoys reading and playing guitar. He and his family attend First Baptist Church in Dyer. To help Ryan fund his trip abroad, send donations to Karen and Scott Melton, 68 State Route 185, Dyer, TN 38330. Please make checks payable to Karen Melton.

Correction The Tri-City Reporter would like to apologize to Matt Tate for making a mistake in his Letter to Santa published in last week’s Santa’s Mailbox. Below is the correct version of his letter. Dear Santa, My name is Matt. I would like an X-box, a pair of Waders size 11, a camo dipping kit for my shot gun, duck the halls Christmas CD, an Ipad, and an itunes card. Hope you have a safe Christmas. Love, Matt Tate

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Bad weather spoils the race from page 1 But the day was not about us. It never was. And future races, Lord willing, won’t be either. It was about that sick child you heard about at your church who needed your prayers, or that little child down the street who’s always sick, or quite possibly maybe your own sick child. Being able to stick a needle in a sick child’s arm is not something that just anybody can do. It requires a doctor who has a way with children. They cost money. Medicine costs money. Research costs money. Chemo and radiation costs lots of money! And yet no family walks away from St. Jude with a medical debt hanging over their head. Yeah, we didn’t get to run in our big race. No big deal. Not a problem. But we did help raise some money

by ‘picking’ some of your pockets, so that maybe some sick child at St. Jude, on this very day today, may be able to see their 10th birthday. And someday, their 20th, or maybe even their 90th. Now that really is a big deal! Between the four of us we were able to fundraise $4297 through your donations. We would like to thank you for all your generous donations.

If your finances are where you can donate to St. Jude, then do it. If you can’t, then pray for them, but count your blessings if you’ve never had to step inside of St Jude with a sick loved one in tow. Oh, one more thing. If you see one of us running through Dyer some night, please don’t run over us. It would mess my pace up something awful.

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Community Living Ideas for sensible holiday snacking

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE BOOKWORMS - The Bookworms celebrated Christmas a little early this year at their Story Time on December 18th. Story Time began with the story â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rudolphâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bright Christmas.â&#x20AC;? The story follows Santa as he searches his workshop, the Peppermint Mines, and his house for Rudolph. He finally finds him just in time to guide his sleigh on Christmas Eve. After the story, the Bookworms enjoyed reindeer cookies for their snack. Then, each Bookworm made their own reindeer. After a quick picture and the Chicken Dance, Story Time ended with the Hokey Pokey. Bookworms Story Time with continue on January 8th. The Gibson County Memorial Library would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Those pictured are (left to right, back row) Kierra, Caroline, Sydeni, Lila, Cameron, Parker, Tyler, Emmett, and Jayci, (left to right, front row) Grayson, Tucker, Kennedy and Peyton and (not pictured) Carter.

BY DEBORAH H. SEWARD, M.S. CFCS EXTENSION AGENT Most of us get busy around the holidays shopping for gifts, planning parties, and visiting family and friends. Having a nutritious snack during these busy times helps keep our bodies fueled, supplies essential vitamins and minerals, and prevents us from overeating during main meals. Many people think of snacking as an unhealthy habit because they view snacking as having a candy bar, cookies, or a bag of chips. A snack is a small amount of food or drink consumed between regular meals and should be an opportunity to add nutrient-rich foods to our daily eating plan. Tips for snacking â&#x20AC;˘ Plan snacks ahead of

Plan to get organized for a new year BY DEBORAH H. SEWARD, M.S. CFCS UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE EXTENSION AGENT The beginning of a new year offers the opportunity to refresh and reset ourselves in a variety of different ways. Planning ahead now to get organized in the new year can help you feel more prepared for daily life and unexpected situations which may arise over the next few months. One of the first steps to getting organized is reducing clutter. After the holidays, our houses tend to have extra â&#x20AC;&#x153;stuffâ&#x20AC;?. As you put away holiday gifts or those items that you purchased at after holiday sales, consider donating older items that you do not use often. A one-to-one exchange helps prevent your home from becoming cluttered. For each new item you bring in, donate an older item.

This is a great exercise and a teachable moment for children; toys often create a lot of household clutter. Families in the United States purchase 40% of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s toys, but only 3.1% of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children live in the United States. Consider asking your child for each new toy received, to select an older toy to donate. Not only does this help reduce toy clutter, it also helps children understand the concept of giving to others. Organizing your household paperwork can often seem like a daunting task, because you are continually receiving new documents. It can be difficult to determine what to keep and what to shred. To get started, develop a plan for household paperwork. Find a place to store important paperwork. You may have an empty file drawer or may consider

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Pharmacy & Your Health The Truth About Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis that is characterized by the slow destruction of cartilage in the ends of the bones. Cartilage is a type of tough and flexible tissue in the body that helps protect the bones from rubbing against each other. The most affected joints include the hands, neck, knees, and hips. Symptoms include joint pain, joint tenderness, bone stiffness after periods of rest, and bony lumps around a painful joint. Osteoarthritis tends to occur more frequently in older people, women ad individuals who may suffer from high blood sugar, thyroid disorders and obesity.

purchasing a storage box. Label folders so that you can easily identify where each document should go. Start with todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paperwork. You may have months or years of old documents to sort through at some point, but manage new paperwork as it comes into the household. If it is a bill, establish a specific spot for unpaid bills. After bills are paid and properly recorded, file them appropriately. Reducing junk mail can help you eliminate clutter at your house. Often junk mail will pile up until someone has the time to sort through to make

GIBSON CO RETIRED TEACHERS AWARD SCHOLARSHIP - The Gibson County Retired Teachers Association (GCRTA) recently awarded a $500 scholarship to future teacher, Brieanna Ferrari. Ferrari, a junior at Middle TN State University, graduated from Peabody High School in 2010, and is majoring in special education. GCRTA awards a scholarship each year to students who have graduated from a public high school in the county, are enrolled in a teacher education program, and have completed their sophomore year in college.

certain it does not include anything important. You can request your name be removed from mailing lists by contacting the Direct Marketing Association, the cost is $1. More information regarding the Direct Marketing Association may be found at www.DMAchoice.org. In addition to direct mailers received from companies, many people often find their mailboxes full of unsolicited credit offers and insurance policies. You may request your name be removed from these lists by visiting the official Consumer Credit Report Industry Website at www.optpitprescreen.com. This website allows you to choose to stop receiving prescreened credit offers for a 5 year period. A recent research study linked over-accumulation of stuff with higher levels of stress. As you prepare for the new year, consider steps you can take to help you feel more organized at home. The University of Tennessee Extension offers equal opportunities in programs and employment.

On Monday, January 13 the Tennessee Career Center at Humboldt is offering a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steps to Getting Hiredâ&#x20AC;? workshop from 9 - 11 a.m. to assist jobseekers with filling out an application, writing a resume, interviewing tips and networking. The workshop is being delivered by Youth Services Coordinator Libby Wickersham, located at 1593 Coleman Drive, at the corner of 22nd Avenue and Hwy 45 Bypass. This comprehensive job search workshop will teach jobseekers how to properly complete a job application and develop a competitive

SPRING HILL SCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASS PRESIDENTIALPRESENTATION WINNERS Spring Hill School students in the fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth grades were recently given an assignment to learn about our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presidents. This assignment was used to show students what they had learned in their enrichment and Social Studies classes about research, writing, and persuasion. The students were allowed to use power-point, poster presentations, written expression or any other presentation techniques. The students were required to make their presentations in front of the Junior High student body, and the Junior High teachers. The winners were given gift cards or cash for their efforts. fifth grade winners are Elijah Alexander and Joseph Hufstedler (partner work), sixth grade winner was Jake Patterson, seventh grade winner was Devin Bates, eighth grade winner was Catherine Watts, Most Improved was Hannah Sollis and Grand Prize was Caitlin Watts.

resume leading to a greater likelihood of securing an interview. Participants will learn new techniques and tips to stand out in the crowd and will also develop a network action plan. This workshop can be counted as a valid work search activity under the new Unemployment Insurance Accountability Act of 2012 for all claimants receiving Tennessee Unemployment Compensation. Job seekers seeking additional training or education will also be provided information about federally funded training programs during this session. Space is limited.

Register for the workshop by contacting Libby Wickersham at 784-5221 or wickersham@nwtnworks. org. A member of the American Job Center network, Tennessee has Career Centers across the state where employers can go to find workers they need and job seekers can get career information and services. Each center offers computerized labor market information, Internet access, workshops, an on-line talent bank, job placement, recruitment and training. Job seekers can qualify for federally funded training programs.

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Osteoarthritis tends to worsen with time. Therapies are available to help relieve the pain and strengthen joints, but there is no cure at this time. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) may relieve any sensations of joint pain. Over the counter (OTC) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve) may be taken to help reduce pain and inflammation. A stronger version of these may be prescribed by a healthcare professional. Even stronger pain medications, called narcotics, are available if the pain does not go away. Surgical correction of joints and bones may be an option for those with a very severe form of osteoarthritis that affects daily activities.

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GIBSON COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Mission Statement: The mission of the Gibson County Memorial Library is to enrich the lives of the citizens of Gibson County and the surrounding area by providing quality materials and services which fulfill educational, informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the entire community in an atmosphere that is welcoming, respectful, and businesslike.

The Gibson County Memorial Library strives to provide many different services to our community. We offer our patrons access to many different books, audiobooks, DVDs and magazines as well as access to computers and WIFI free of charge. Our Library is located at 303 S. High St. in Trenton. Our hours are Monday: 9-6, Tuesday-Friday: 9-5 and Saturdays: 9-1. You can also reach us by phone or fax at (731) 855-1991. During times of inclement weather, we close according to the Trenton Special School District. Join us on Facebook on our Gibson Co. Memorial Library page or visit our website at www.gibsoncountylibrary.pbworks.com. The Gibson County Memorial Library is associated with the Obion River Regional Library and the Tennessee State Library and Archives. Through these state organizations, we are able to share resources with over 20 libraries in the Obion River Region. We also are able to share state wide Inter Library Loan. This means we can expand our libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boundaries to include volumes from every public library and some college libraries in the state of Tennessee with no extra charge to our patrons.

Bookworm Story Time On Wednesday mornings, at 10:00 a.m., the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room in the Gibson County Memorial Library comes alive with the smiles and laughter of boys and girls, as they enjoy our Bookworm Story Time. The Bookworms are read a new and exciting story every week. After the story, we get to make a special craft. Then we gather around the table for a small snack. Once we are all done with our snack, everyone grabs the puppet of their choice and we all do the hokey pokey. Bookworm Story Time takes place while school is in session and our schedule follows the TSSD schedule. We do not have Story Time during the summer when school is out or if school is out for a holiday or inclement weather. Anyone who has not yet been enrolled in Kindergarten can join the Bookworms, but we do ask that at least 1 adult accompany each child. Library Board Seven library board members serve three years per term and may serve up to two consecutive terms. Board members are selected from library patrons throughout the service area consisting of over 21,000 people in Gibson County. Our service area includes Trenton, Spring Hill, Brazil, Fruitland and all of North Gibson County including Kenton, Rutherford, Yorkville, Dyer and Bradford. Dyer area - Paul Halford - Chairman Bradford area - Kay Pounds Trenton area - Shirley Ray Trenton area - Jerry Phillips North Gibson County area - Joan Taylor North Gibson County area - Nancy Wallace South Gibson County area - Robbie Ambrose

Geek the Library Geek the library is a public awareness campaign to help promote our library and all of the wonderful programs that we offer to the community. In this program Geek is used as an adjective to describe what a person likes or is interested in. This campaign gives our library the chance to bring our community together to celebrate everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s individual passions and the importance of the library. Out Reach Programs Out Reach Programs is one of the many services that our library offers to the community. The Library periodically interchanges books at different drop off locations throughout Gibson County in order to bring the library to those who are unable to make it to us. Our designated book locations are located at The Holiday House in Trenton, Dyer City Lumber and Dyer Nursing Home, Rutherford City Hall and Senior Citizens in Bradford. Every month, a member of our library staff will travel to the Dyer Nursing Home, Trenton Place and Harlan Morris to read to our Senior Citizens. Reading themes vary with the season and include readings that are comical, inspirational and heart-warming. Genealogy The Gibson County Memorial Library works closely with the Gibson County archivist in maintaining county records as well as family histories. We have a great genealogy section at the library along with many microfilmed records. These books and records may be used at the library during library hours. Several records have been put on line by generous volunteers. They can be reached on our website at www.gibsoncountylibrary. pbworks.com. R.E.A.D.S Another great service our library offers is the Tennessee R.E.A.D.S (Regional Ebook & Audiobook Download System) program. This program allows our patrons to download free ebooks and audiobooks on their computer or to any other compatible device. There are thousands of titles available and you will be able to find something for everyone. To get started, grab your library card and head to www.reads.lib.overdrive.com .

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Tennessee Electronic Library The Tennessee Electronic Library or TEL offers great electronic sites for library patrons to research. This enables anyone to read magazines and newspapers not offered by your local library. Check out www.tntel.info for articles and help with homework from elementary to university level. Friends of the Library The Friends of the Gibson County Memorial Library organization was begun to help in areas the library did not have extra funds. They help with volunteering at the library and conduct fundraising for special projects needed. They have helped with painting the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room to make it more attractive for our youngsters, purchasing new furniture, carpeting, computers and computer tables, and the list goes on. President is Mrs. Pat Bobbitt. Food For Fines Every February, the Library holds its annual food drive called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Food For Fines.â&#x20AC;? The purpose of this food drive is to offer library patrons another way to pay off the overdue fines on their account while collecting non-perishable food items to give to those in need. Every food item brought in counts as $1.00 toward a patronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account balance. Food items will only take the place for fines that were charged for overdue materials, not for materials that have been lost or damaged. You do not have to be a library patron to donate to the food drive. All donations are welcome. Drop Off Your Old Ink Cartridges & Cell Phones

Obion River Regional Library Obion River Region (formerly Reelfoot and part of Forked Deer Regions) covers all of the northern counties in West Tennessee. This includes Gibson, Benton, Carroll, Crockett, Dyer, Henry, Lake, Obion, and Weakly. The Obion River Regional Office is located in Martin, TN. Mary Carpenter serves as Regional Director. The staff at Martin provides much need help in cataloging, ordering and computer technical advice. Obion River Regional Library Board members include: Don Farmer and Beverly Youree.

Connie Bates Director

Summer Reading Program During the whole month of June, the Library comes alive with our Summer Reading Program. Every Wednesday morning at 10:00, the library provides a special program for everyone to enjoy. Entertainment can vary from a ventriloquist and The Science Guy; to the birds and reptiles from Reelfoot State Park. Area businesses help out by donating money to sponsor our entertainment and the prizes for those who participate in the program. Prizes are based on how many books you read, or for the older participants, how many chapters you read. They can range from a donut to an itunes gift card. To celebrate all of the hard work of our participants, on the last day, the fire department provides their fire truck and sprinklers for some good olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fun filled water play. Prizes and contest winners for all age divisions are given out on the last day also. Every year there is a different fun filled theme for the Summer Reading Program. Our theme for June 2014 will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fizz, Boom, Read!â&#x20AC;? This year we will also be providing a program for teens 6th grade to 12th grade.

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RELIGION Obituaries

ANNIE LOU KING

Dyer - Mrs. Annie Lou King, 89, of Dyer, passed away from this life on December 18, 2013, at the Dyer Nursing Home. Funeral services for Mrs. King were conducted on Friday, December 20, 2013, in the chapel of Karnes & Son Funeral Home of Dyer with Bro. Corey Meggs officiating. Interment followed in Oakwood Cemetery of Dyer. Mrs. Annie Lou Hayes King was born January 3, 1924, in Humboldt, Tennessee; the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. A. and Willie Cleo Bonds Hayes. She retired as a cafeteria worker from Dyer Elementary School. Mrs. King was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Mrs. King is survived by children, Brenda Gray and James King; seven grandchildren, Jeff Gray, Kim Evans, Joey Selph, Leah Evans, Christopher King, Brian King and Jennifer McCall; nine great-grandchildren, Hannah Evans, Brooklyn Farley, Justin Wigiton, Katelyn McCall, Peyton Selph, Braxton Selph, Addyson Selph, Larry Gray and Carson King and also two step-great grandchildren, B.J. Evans and Brandon Adiar. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. W. King and daughter, Sheila Snider. Pallbearers were Joey Hays, Jeff Gray, Brian King, Thornton King, Joey Selph, and Bill Locher. Karnes & Son Funeral Home was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Annie Lou King.

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Dyer - Mr. Thurman Glenn Echols, 83, of Dyer, passed away from this life on December 17, 2013, at the Dyer Nursing Home. Funeral services for Mr. Echols were conducted on Saturday, December 21, 2013, in the chapel of Karnes & Son Funeral Home of Dyer with Bro. John Coleman officiating. Interment followed in Poplar Grove Cemetery of Dyer. Mr. Echols was born October 26, 1930, in Grandfield, Oklahoma; the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Burrell Asberry and Lillie Swanger Echols. He retired as a government service contractor for U.S. government. He served his country with the U.S. Air Force, military honors were observed. Mr. Echols was a member of New Bethlehem Baptist Church. Mr. Echols is survived by his wife, Marie Echols; and two sons, Monte Echols and wife Betty, and Brian Echols. He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Theada Echols Young, and Shirley Echols Black. Karnes & Son Funeral Home was honored to serve the family of Mr. Thurman Glenn Echols.

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Kenton - Mrs. Martha Nell Whitworth Penn of Kenton, 86, died December 21, 2013 at Signature Dove Crest in Memphis. Funeral services for Mrs. Penn were conducted on December 23, 2013, in the chapel of Karnes & Son Funeral Home of Rutherford with Rev. Charles McCall officiating. Interment followed in Walnut Grove Cemetery of Kenton. Born in Rutherford to Clay and Velna Whitworth, she graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and taught at Greenfield High School, retiring in 1991. She was a member of the Kenton Cumberland Presbyterian Church. An accomplished artist, her paintings hang in homes and businesses throughout Tennessee. Preceded in death by her husband, Joe Ferris Penn, Jr. in 1986, she is survived by son Joe Ferris Penn III of Germantown, daughter Carol Penn-Romine of Burbank, California, two grandsons and three great-granddaughters. Karnes & Son Funeral Home was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Martha Nell Whitworth Penn. In lieu of flowers, her family requests that donations be made to the Kenton Cumberland Presbyterian Church (731749-5600) and the Cumberland Presbyterian Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home in Denton, Texas http://www.cpch.org.

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Kenton - Mrs. Barbara Sue Dunn, 73, of Kenton, passed away from this life on December 18, 2013. Funeral services for Mrs. Dunn were conducted on Friday, December 20, 2013, in the chapel of Karnes & Son Funeral Home of Rutherford with Bro. Marlon Stephens officiating. Interment followed in Rutherford Cemetery of Rutherford. Mrs. Dunn was born July 9, 1940, in Phillipi, Tennessee. She retired from Plastech Company of Kenton and was Baptist by faith. Mrs. Dunn is survived by her husband, Gene Dunn; children, Terry Dunn, Joel Dunn and Shelean Wylie; grandchildren, Kristen Dunn, Elizabeth Wylie, Mason Dunn; and sister, Martha Ranks. She was preceded in death by her mother, Christine Estes Tucker. Karnes & Son Funeral Home was honored to serve the family of Mrs. Barbara Sue Dunn.

Sunday School for Shut-Ins By Mary King When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready please read Luke 1:7. God is worthy of worship even in bad times, Elisabeth was barren. Faithfulness is always hardest during hard times when no one knows what God is up to. Nevertheless, God requires it, for what had He said to the rebellious 400 years earlier? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your words have been stout against me, saith the Lord. Yet ye say, what have we spoken so much against thee? Ye have said, It is vain to serve God and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinance, and that we have walked mournfully before the Lord of hosts? And now we call the proud happy; yea, they that work wickedness are set up; yea, they that tempt God are even deliveredâ&#x20AC;? Malachi 3:13-15(KJV). They didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fear the Lord (Malachi 3:14). The rebellious said that obedience to God didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter. I used to be one of those disobedient and rebellious ones and I said those things because I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to be responsible. As long I pretended not to care or not to know, I thought that let me off the hook, but I was still caught because

I knew right from wrong. Those people in the days of Malachi (the prophet of god) also knew, but they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to hear with their ears. Now Elisabeth has been faithful to God through the trials of life. She and her husband have been married for long time. Both of them would have been ridiculed but the blame would fall on Elisabeth. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be mocked by her peers. Some of those dear friends of hers, would be among her persecutors. Elisabeth lived a godly lifestyle. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s barren and sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also the perfect will of God! Maybe sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d heard a word from the Lord and she waited patiently to see the lord perform His word. Maybe she heard a verse in church (their synagogue) and knew it was for her. Now sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in heaven and they can see us from heaven. I wonder if Elizabeth knew this Scripture and kept it in her heart. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They gather themselves together against the soul of the righteous, and condemn the innocent blood. But the Lord is my defence; and my God is the rock of my refugeâ&#x20AC;? Psalms 94:23122(KJV). What would Elisabeth do?

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Sports & Education Gibson County fall at Union City BY LORI CATHEY The Gibson County High School Pioneers suffered an 84-49 loss to Union City this past Tuesday night in Union City. The Pioneers were on their heels right from the start and struggled to keep the game close. GC senior Zach Eskew with a turn around jump shot got Gibson County on the scoreboard with 3:44 in the first quarter to make it 6 to

2 Golden Tornadoes. Union City took a 13-8 lead after the first quarter. With back-to-back basket sfrom Joe Lee in the second quarter Gibson County was down by 9 point with 1:24 left in the quarter. Union City had 32-20 lead at halftime. In the third quarter Pierce Holt with two pull up jump shots and a 3-pointer from the left corner scored 7 of Gibson County 12 point in

the third quarter. Gibson County struggled shooting the ball the whole game. The Pioneers were outscored 57 to 29 by Union City in the second half for a game final 84-49. Leading Gibson County were Joe Lee with 13 points and Zach Eskew had 11 points. Pierce Holt and Peyton Holt each had 9 points. Qua Harris made 6 points and Mac Hicks added a point.

Gibson County High School will host the Gibson County High School Christmas Tournament. The GCHS Christmas Tournament opens Friday, December 27 at 10 a.m. and goes through Monday night, December 30 with the girls and boys championship games. Gibson County boys will play their first game Friday, December 27 at 8:30 against Heritage.

THE RIGHT MOVE – Gibson County senior Joe Lee waits for the right moment to make a steal. Lee was Gibson County’s leading scorer with 13 point.

COMING THROUGH - Gibson County Zach Eskew drives through Union City defenders for a basket. Eskew had 11 point against Union City. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

Lady Pioneers struggle at Union City UP AND IN – Pioneer Pierce Holt shoots a jump shot over Union City’s Donte Simpson for 2 points in the third quarter. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

BY LORI CATHEY This past Tuesday night both undefeated teams in girl basketball District 14 A faced each other with Gibson County losing to Union City. In the first quarter both teams were feeling each other out. CareBeth Holt put Gibson County on top as she converted on a basket and then added a free throw for an “old-fashioned” three-point play to take a 5-14 lead over Union City with 3:49 left in the first quarter. The Lady Pioneers had a 9 to 6 lead at the end of the first quarter. Gibson County came out cold in the second quarter and was outscored, 16-0

in the quarter. Union City made 7 of 7 free throws to take a 22-9 lead at halftime. In the third quarter both teams came sluggish but swapped baskets back and forth. Erin Lannom hit a turn around jump shot to end Gibson County’s scoreless streak. Lannom scored all of Gibson County’s points for the third quarter. Lady Pioneer Holt open up the fourth quarter with back-to-back 3-pointers and Lannom hit 3-pointer from the left wing to end game. Gibson County lost 46-27 to Union City. Gibson County Head coach Mitch Wilkins said, “We know the areas we have to get better in individually

and we have to do a better job as a coaching staff. In the first half we just didn’t play with the confidence that we need to play with. We are going to take this loss as an opportunity to improve.” The Lady Pioneers shot 8 of 14 from the free throw line. Erin Lannom led Gibson County with 13 points and CaraBeth Holt added 11 points. Sarah Beth Mullins, Justyce White and Allie Smithson each had a point. Gibson County High School will host the Gibson County High School Christmas Tournament. The tournament opens on Friday December 27 at 10 a.m. and

goes through Monday night December 30 with the girls and boys championship game. Gibson County girls will play their first game on Friday Dec. 27 at 7:00 against Haywood. 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 MAKES MOVE - Gibson County senior Sarah Beth Mullins makes a move to the basket. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

HOLT GOES FOR LOOSE BALL - Gibson County guard CareBeth Holt goes after a loose ball during Tuesday night’s game. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

WHITE ON THE RISE - Gibson County freshman, Justyce White, makes a great pass to Erin Lannom for an easy basket. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

LANNOM ON THE BALL – Lady Pioneers Erin Lannom fights for a loose ball. Lannom was Gibson County’s leading scorer with 13 point.(Photo by Lori Cathey)

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Gibson County to host Gibson County High School Christmas Tournament BY LORI CATHEY Gibson County High School will host the first ever Gibson County High School Christmas Tournament with schools from outside Gibson County participating. In the past GCHS hosted the Gibson County Christmas Tournament, that was made up of only Gibson County schools. The Gibson County High School Christmas Tournament

opens Friday, December 27 at 10 a.m. and goes through Monday night, December 30 with the girls and boys championship games. The tournament will be held Friday, December 27, Saturday, December 28 and Monday, December 30 at the high school. Sixteen teams from 12 different schools will participate. Gibson County girls will join, Crockett County,

Loretta, Oxford ,MS., Liberty, Bolivar, Scott’s Hill and Haywood. Gibson County boys will join, Scott’s Hill, Bolivar, Crockett County, Humboldt, Little Rock Hall, Munford and Heritage. Girls games are Saturday, December 27: 10 a.m., Scott’s Hill vs. Crockett County 1 p.m., Liberty vs. Bolivar 2:30 p.m., Loretta vs. Oxford, MS. 7 p.m.

and Haywood vs. Gibson County. Boys games are Saturday, December 27 at 11:30 a.m., Soctt’s Hill vs. Bolivar 4:00 p.m., Little Rock Hall vs. Munford 5:30 p.m., Crockett County vs. Humboldt 8:30 and Heritage vs. Gibson County. Come out and show your support for these young athletes over the holidays.

ON THE MOVE - Lady Pioneer Allie Smithson moves the ball down court and looks for an open teammate against Union City this past Tuesday Night.

CHRISTMAS SPRITE - GC basketball cheerleaders and cheerleader sponsor Jessica Barker showed their Christmas sprite with Santa hats during the game against Greenfield. Gibson County High School will host the Gibson County High School Christmas Tournament. The GCHS Tournament opens Friday, December 27 at 10 a.m. and goes through Monday night, December 30 with the girls and boys championship games.

HARRIS GOES UP - Gibson County’s Qua Harris puts up a shot off a fast break for a basket. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

GIBSON COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICT CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF AND FOR THE YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2013 AND 2012

Current and other assets Capital assets Total assets

CONDENSED STATEMENT OF NET POSITION June 30 June 30 Increase 2013 2012 $ $12,107,168 ###### ###### 17,759,284 16,574,819 1,184,466 29,866,452 29,058,728 807,724

Current liabilities Long-term liabilities Total liabilities

492,568 2,105,976 2,598,544

Net investment in capital assets Unrestricted Ending net position

15,653,308 11,614,600 $27,267,908

531,453 2,134,340 2,665,793 14,440,478 11,952,457 ##########

(Decrease) % -3.02% 7.15% 2.78%

(38,885) (28,364) (67,249)

-7.32% -1.33% -2.52%

1,212,830 (337,857) $874,973

8.40% -2.83% 3.32%

CONDENSED STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION June 30 2013 $10,727,501 38,015 10,765,516

June 30 2012 $7,728,912 54,188 7,783,100

Increase $ $2,998,589 (16,173) 2,982,416

Cost of purchased natural gas & propane 5,857,193

3,847,636 408,260 419,545 198,451 319,445 357,050 1,078,585 203,357 784,748 34,123 7,651,200

2,009,557 196,217 (137,944) 19,374 (105,426) 106,589 (30,666) 12,729 122,452 46,461 2,239,343

52.23% 48.06% -32.88% 9.76% -33.00% 29.85% -2.84% 6.26% 15.60% 136.16% 29.27%

743,073 131,900 $874,973

563.36% 0.50% 3.32%

Operating revenue Non-operating revenues Total revenues

Field operations Merchandise and service Propane delivery and expense Measurement and safety Customer service

604,477 281,601 217,825 214,019 463,639 Administrative and general expense 1,047,919 Property insurance 216,086 Provision for depreciation and amortization 907,200 Non-operating expenses 80,584 Total operating expenses 9,890,543 Change in net position Beginning net position Ending net position

874,973 26,392,935 $27,267,908

131,900 26,261,035 ##########

STATEMENT OF TRAINING AND TRAVEL EXPENSES For the Year Ended June 30, 2013 Training and travel - Commissioners Training and travel - Management Training and travel - Employees Total training and travel expenses

$42,871 13,435 $56,305.36

(Decrease) % 38.80% -29.85% 38.32%

MAKING THE MOVE - Tyler Freeman puts a move on his defender and drives to the basket. (Photo by Lori Cathey) FAIR HOUSING RESOLUTION #82 LET IT BE KNOWN TO ALL PERSONS of the Town of Rutherford, Tennessee that discrimination in the sale, rental, leasing, financing or housing or land to be used for construction of housing, or in the provision of brokerage services because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability is prohibited by Title VIII of the 1968 Civil Rights Act as amended (Federal Fair Housing Law). It is the policy of the Town of Rutherford to implement programs to ensure equal opportunity in housing for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex national origin, familial status, or disability. Therefore, the Town of Rutherford does hereby pass the following resolution. BE IT RESOLVED that within available resources the Town of Rutherford will assist all persons who feel they have been discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status or disability to seek equity under Federal or State Laws by filing a complaint with the Tennessee Human Rights Commission or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Atlanta Regional Office Compliance Division. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town of Rutherford shall publicize this resolution and through this publicity shall cause owners or real estate, developers and builders to become aware of their respective responsibilities and rights under the Federal Fair Housing law and any applicable State or local laws or ordinances. SAID PROGRAM will at a minimum include, but not be limited to: (1) the printing and publicizing of this policy and other applicable fair housing information through local media and community contact: (2) distribution of posters, flyers and any other means which will bring to the attention of those affected, the knowledge of their respective responsibilities and rights concerning equal opportunity in housing. EFFECTIVE DATE: This resolution shall take effect: December 16, 2013 SIGNATURES: G.A. Weimer, James Roach, Marlon Stephens, Sandy Comstock, Larry Belew, Larry Davidson

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ENJOY REFRESHMENTS - Charlene King and Betty Bell enjoyed refreshments at The Farmers and Merchants Bank Christmas Open House held Friday December 20.

Annual New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Party Tuesday, December 31st 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Tickets on sale NOW! Couples - $30 Single - $20

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE - Paul Williams and Nathan Smith visited with City President Tim Griggs during Rutherford Farmers and Merchants Bank Christmas Open House held last Friday.

ENJOY REFRESHMENTS - Lois and John Baker stopped by Farmers and Merchants Bank in Rutherford to enjoy some punch and refreshments during Christmas Open House.

HOST OPEN HOUSE - Wanda Belew, Jackie Stover and Selene Barron helped host Christmas Open House at The Farmers and Merchants Bank in Dyer last Friday.

Admission includes:

Food, Music, Dancing and a Champagne Toast at Midnight!

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VISIT WITH SANTA - Dyer School childen were treated to a special visit from Santa Claus last Friday as school dismissed. Santa stood in the crosswalk and gave hugs to the children, wishing them a very merry Christmas. Dyer Mayor Chris Younger was also onhand as school dismissed.

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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fri 4 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 pm | Saturday 8 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 pm

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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