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BAND CAMP - Gibson County High School Marching Pioneers band camp began last week and continued through this week. The group began by learning basic drills and later put the movement together with music. This year’s field show is entitled “In Flight Entertainment.” Camp instructor Joe Davis, (left) keeps his eye on Kaitlyn Kyle, Eli Todd, Dalton Harrison, Brittany Donald, Tara French, Steven Coble, and Alex Crittendon during a drill.

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Sheriff congratulated for inmate medical bills management

Dyer citizens complain about water rate hike

Commission requests hearings on Milan arsenal

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SHERIFF SALUTES COMMISSIONERS – Sheriff Chuck Arnold (center) presented plaques of appreciation to retiring commissioners Kenneth Smithson (left) and David Martin at the July 12 County Commission meeting. The men served several years on the Correctional Complex Committee. Martin, Chairman of the Committee, congratulated Arnold for his fiscal management of the Sheriff Dept. and Jail budgets, which were both in the black. The cost of inmates’ medical care was 40 percent below projections, Martin said.

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Commission is calling for public hearings regarding plans to move 600 jobs from Milan Army Ammunition Plant (MAAP) to a sister plant in Iowa.

Moving jobs from Milan would “have a negative impact of approximately $202 million on the economy of the state of Tennessee,” said a resolution opposing relocation of Milan Army Ammunition Plant jobs to the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant.

Figures in the resolution are in an economic impact analysis prepared by Younger Associates.

On July 12 county commissioners asked that the resolution be sent to Army and political leaders in Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Army recently released an Environmental Assessment study that concluded that relocating munitions production from Milan would have “no significant impact” on the area.

The July 12 resolution amplifies objections of other leaders. Tennessee Senators Lowe Finney and Roy Herron, with State Rep. Mark Maddox, sent a letter to Gov. Phil Bredesen expressing their “utmost concerns” with a plan by weapons manufacturer American Ordnance to change the function of the Milan arsenal.

“The direct loss of 600 jobs is dramatic,” said the July 12 resolution. “But when you explore the ripple effect, it becomes clear that this decision will

BY STEVE SHORTWhen Chuck Arnold became Gibson Co. Sheriff four

years ago he faced a mountain of medical bills for jail inmates that exceeded $500,000 and had accumulated over years.

Arnold and county leaders negotiated a payment settlement with West Tennessee Healthcare.

But reigning in the cost of inmates’ healthcare was a challenge.

Last week, County Commissioner David Martin, Chair of the Correctional Complex Committee, congratulated Arnold for holding inmates’ healthcare costs and other expenses under budget.

“For years we had trouble with the medical budget,” Martin told commissioners. “Through some things (Arnold’s) done he came under budget by forty percent in the medical budget. He’s to

BY STEVE SHORTThe Gibson Co.

Correctional Complex booked 11 prisoners per day on average in May and June of this year, according to reports given to County Commissioners July 12 by Com. David Martin, Chairman of the Complex Committee.

The county jail recorded 649 total people booked during the two months, 334 people in May and 315 in June.

The high inmate census day for the two month period was 164 inmates on June 19.

The low census day was 130 inmates on May 28.

The jail housed an average of 30 state prisoners during

be congratulated on that.”Martin said expenditures by the Sheriff Dept. were 4

percent below projections and spending at the county

BY MICHAEL ENOCHSThe Dyer City Council had

several visitors attending the July 12 meeting.

Most of the visitors were there to voice unhappiness over the new water rates, which are approximately double what the previous rates were.

Mayor Sam Thompson explained to the visitors that the city had received a letter from the state deeming the City of Dyer Water and Sewer fund as being financially distressed. State law requires the city water and sewer fund to show a positive change in net assets, or the state would intervene and set new water rates to correct the problem.

Thompson explained that the city board had no other choice than to raise the rates, and if the state had gotten a court order to raise the rates they would have been even higher. Thompson informed the visitors that the water and sewer plants were “worn out” and that two new wells were drilled after one old well had gone down

BY MICHAEL ENOCHSGibson County boasts

one of the most picturesque courthouses to be found anywhere. It is an imposing structure rising on the Court Square of Trenton in a dignified Victorian style that was finished in 1901 by T. R. Biggs and Sons. The building replaced an older courthouse that was torn down in 1899.

Especially impressive is the high clock tower that soars up from the center of the roof and can be viewed afar from numerous vantage points in the surrounding countryside. A bell is suspended in an airy belfry below the four clock faces and peals out the time with a clear note on the hour.

There have been periods, over the years, when the clock tower stood silent with the clock hands unmoving. County historian, Frederick Culp, stated that in 1941 the clock tower burned from an electrical fire and was replaced with the present tower. The original clock

BY SHARON LEEContinuing the strong 29-year tradition of

outstanding Gibson County High School marching groups, the 2010 Marching Pioneers promise not to disappoint loyal fans. Their 2010 “In Flight Entertainment” show will both challenge their playing and marching skills as they strive toward their ultimate quest of the Tennessee Division II State Band Championship Title.

The 91-member band began their annual camp last week, which continued through this week.

“In Flight Entertainment” is a compilation of musical selections chosen to help the listener envision an actual plane flight from take-off through the provided entertainment and concluding with the actual destination. The band will begin their flight with a David Holsinger tune titled “To Tame The Perilous Skies.” The song was originally commissioned by the 564th Tactical Air Command Band of the United States Air Force. Holsinger dedicated this tune to the “spirit of the modern military aviator, taming the perilous skies that all men might live free of tyranny and oppression.”

As the passengers have settled into their flight, their first in-flight movie begins with “The Wizard of Oz” and its most famous song “Somewhere Over The Rainbow.” A true classic, this song will be the

band’s featured ballad selection with several solos and exceptional “general effect” to be presented both by the band’s marching skills as well as the color guard’s carefully selected flags.

Following the moving ballad, passengers will be treated to an action film for the flight…”007 Theme.” This tune pays tribute to the success and mystery of the many James Bond films which have become a movie genre to themselves. This tune is upbeat and will be preceded by a percussion feature and silent marching drill.

Finally, passengers will be aware of their descent to their destination with the band’s powerful presentation of Marc Cohn’s “Walking In Memphis” followed by a driving rendition of Duke Ellington’s “C Jam Blues.” Cohn wrote “Walking In Memphis” after his first ever visit to Memphis in which he traveled to the South to hear an Al Green sermon. He was so moved, he felt he had undergone both spiritual transformation and tremendous professional growth. From these feelings, a classic tune was written and is still regarded as a signature song of the Bluff City. Ellington’s “C Jam Blues” was originally recorded in 1941 and has become a “vehicle for jazz instrumentalists.” This tune features the GCHS

The Tri-City Reporter, Thursday, July 22, 2010

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leaving the town with only one reserve well. These wells have to be paid for, as well as money spent up front for running water and sewage to the new expo center before grant funding from the state will come into play. After several other questions and comments from visitors, Thompson stated he would publish the letter the city received from the state in the July 22 edition of the Tri-City Reporter newspaper so that all the citizens could read it. (see below)

Tom Lannom and Wyman Branson spoke to the board representing the Dyer Volunteer Ball League. Lannom provided a financial spreadsheet to the council, which outlined the financial activities of the league for the past year. Thompson expressed thanks to Lannom and Branson and the league for their many hours of dedication and hard work. Branson advised that he and Lannom would like to be involved on the park committee to be able to better assist with the keeping of the ball fields.

In department reports, Alderman Cody Childress,

during the police report expressed his gratitude to the police department for their assistance to first responders on emergency medical calls. Street supervisor Steven Tucker reported to the board that a John Deere 325 lawnmower was inoperable. A replacement for this mower was included in the new budget. He asked the board if they wanted the mower fixed or replaced. The board asked Tucker to see if the mower can be repaired. In the sewer and water report, William Caton advised that the wet well at the Highway 45 lift station needed to be pumped out.

Under unfinished business, a motion was made by Nathan Reed and seconded by Judy Baker to pass on the second and final reading ordinance 2010-183, a measure adjusting the rate to $7,500 for jobs services that must be let out for bids. The board approved the measure.

In new business brought before the board, Ordinance 2010-185, to adopt the annual budget for 2010-2011 was approved on the first reading. Ordinance 2010-186, to levy a

property tax of $1.69 per $100 of assessed valuation of taxable property was approved on the first reading. And Ordinance 2010-187, an ordinance to amend the annual budget for 2009-2010 was approved on the first reading. A measure was also approved for the city to apply and become a member of the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts at a cost of $437.

Measures were approved for purchase orders to Southern Concrete for $426 for repairs to West College Street, and to American Development for $672, and $400 for chemicals for the water and wastewater plants.

A measure was approved to pay $8,166 to Newbern Machine for repairs to the clarifier at the sewer plant.

The health conditions of two properties, one at 208 South Main Street and one at 256 Walnut Street were brought forward in complaints to the mayor’s office. Thompson asked that the situation be referred to the city Health Committee, and that the committee give its response at the July 26 meeting.

MEET AND GREET - An informal meet and greet was held for congressional candidate Stephen Fincher at the Davy Crockett Cabin in Rutherford last Tuesday, July 13. One of the event organizers, Faye Sharp, said approximately 150 people stopped by between 4:30 and 6 p.m. to meet Fincher. Emcee for the event, Cindy Landrum, compared Fincher’s campaign to that of Davy Crockett, when he ran for congress on a “common sense” approach. Fincher spoke briefly from the porch of the cabin and answered a few question. Among those attending were sisters Polly Ellis, Frances Emerson and Faye Sharp. Cake and punch was served to those attending. See page 8 for more photos.

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the period.88 percent of inmates (570

prisoners) were males, and 12 percent (79 prisoners) female.

There was an average of 35 warrants received each day.

Sheriff Dept. employees traveled 5,313 miles outside the county transporting prisoners, an average of 87

have a very significant jobs impact on Gibson County, Carroll Co. and the State of Tennessee. It is estimated that the total loss of direct and indirect jobs will be greater than 2,400 jobs in the State of Tennessee.”

A total of $30.1 million in consumer spending will be eliminated in Gibson and Carroll Counties due to the loss of jobs or wages, said the document.

Local governments, including schools in Gibson and Carroll Counties would

miles daily. 11 trips were to the Western Mental Health Institute in Bolivar.

Mr. Martin said the Correctional Complex produced total revenues of more than $72,500 during the two month period or nearly $1,200 daily.

Funds were derived from state boarding fees for prisoners, inmate telephone usage fees, commissary,

processing and other fees.Martin commended

Sheriff Chuck Arnold for good management of the county jail and Sheriff Dept., noting that during Fiscal Year 2009-10 jail expenditures were 11 percent below projections, the Sheriff Dept. expenses 4 percent below projections, and medical costs 40 percent below budget.

Commission requests experience tax revenue decreases of approximately $1.2 million yearly. Tennessee would lose approximately $2.8 million annually in decreased sales tax revenues.

The document approved by Gibson Co. commissioners requests that public hearings be held regarding the arsenal plans and a full Environmental Impact Statement be prepared.

The July 12 resolution will be filed as a response to the Army’s Environmental

Assessment, and copies of the resolution were to be provided to John McHugh, Secretary of the Army; Senators Lamar Alexander and Bob Corker; U.S. Representative John Tanner; and Gov. Phil Bredesen.

RETIRING COMMISSIONERS HONORED – Curtis Halford (center), a former Gibson Co. Commissioner now State Representative, presented a joint resolution in Trenton July 12 from the state legislature and Senators Lowe Finney and Roy Herron honoring retiring County Commissioners Kenneth Smithson of Mason Hall (left) and David Martin of Humboldt. Smithson and Martin were honored for their “uncommon devotion to public service and allegiance to family and community.” Martin served on the Commission 36 years and Smithson 32 years.

DEPARTING OFFICIALS – Several county officials who are leaving office were applauded at the July 12 meeting of the Gibson Co. Commission. Those honored included County Clerk Diane Taylor (fourth from left)

OFFICIALS REMEMBERED – On July 12 County Mayor Joe Shepard (center) and the Gibson Co. Commission expressed appreciation for the service of two former officials who passed away recently. Memorial resolutions were presented to Faye Hudson (left), widow of the late Buddy Hudson, a highway commissioner for twelve years; and Jane Mills Price (right), widow of the late Tommy Price, a county commissioner for 32 years.

and commissioners (from left) Kenneth Smithson, Lynn Cole, Kenny Flowers, Tim Luckey and Billy Joe Hanks. Not pictured: County Mayor Joe Shepard and commissioners David Martin and Joe Tidwell.

jail (correctional complex) was 11 percent below projections.

“The entire Correctional Complex Committee continues to be impressed with the way Sheriff Arnold handles things,” said Martin. “We congratulate him and his people on the good job he’s doing.”

In a ceremony during the July 12 Commission meeting, Arnold presented plaques of appreciation to Com. David Martin and

Com. Kenneth Smithson. Both men are retiring from the Commission, Martin with 36 years and Smithson with 32 years.

Arnold thanked the men for their leadership on the Correctional Committee.

“Chairman Martin has just been outstanding,” said Arnold. “There’s never been a time when we had a cross word. When we had a meeting, I just put it out there on the table. I just

told the truth. They asked questions and I gave them answers. We talked about problems and money. We’re on the same team.”

Arnold read plaque inscriptions that cited Martin and Smithson for “outstanding loyalty and dedication that contributed to the success of the Gibson Co. Correctional Complex.”

The men were applauded by their colleagues.

Martin noted that when he came into office there were just 68 jail cells. “Now we have 340 cells,” said Martin. “We’ve seen the department go through three renovations, one build on and one completely new correctional complex. This is a good part of our county.”

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Tea Party is not racially biased

Yorkville area man charged with various drug offenses

Dear editor, Gibson County Patriots, and the public,

The NAACP’s condemnation of the Tea Party movement as being racial is absolutely baseless. There is absolutely no evidence of racial bias in the Tea Party movement.

The NAACP is an organization whose very name reflects racial bias. People and organizations who make their way by

stirring racial strife are the most despicable in America. The NAACP is shamefully allowing itself to be used as a political tool of the far left.

The ‘Gibson County Patriots’ are a small segment of the overall Tea Party movement. We are hard working, taxpaying citizens organizing in attempt to protect ourselves and our posterity from insanely, out of control, government

spending. Our political elite are literally mortgaging our children’s future to satisfy their big spending habits. The worst nightmare of the political elite is that hard working, taxpaying black Americans might join us. That however is actually our dream. www.gibsoncountypatriots.org

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Acting on confidential information, agents from the West Tennessee Drug Task Force went to 218 Happy Hollow Road, near Yorkville investigating the possible operation of a methamphetamine lab.

As officers arrived at the residence, a suspect identified as Joseph Michael Leynes, 32, fled into the woods behind the home. The investigation continued with agents discovering on the property components of a methamphetamine lab, items used to manufacture methamphetamine and

Gibson County deputies, acting on confidential information, went to 267 Pleasant Hill Road, near Humboldt investigating the possible operation of a methamphetamine lab. Once at the address, deputies reported strong chemical odor.

Officers detained three suspects, one who was in possession of a bag containing the components of a clandestine methamphetamine lab. Officers recovered bottles, gas generators, drain opener, salt, funnels, coffee filters, tubing, grinders, and several other items used in the process of manufacturing methamphetamine.

Arrested at the scene was Geoffrey R. Akers, 25, of 373 West Broad Street, Dyer who is charged with promotion

of methamphetamine manufacturing, initiation of process to manufacture m e t h a m p h e t a m i n e , manufacturing Schedule II (meth) and tampering with evidence. Geoffrey Akers admitted to officers that “he possessed approximately 1 to 2 grams of finished product meth and when he saw officers he flushed the meth.”

Others arrested include Kenneth W. Akers, 45, charged with promotion of methamphetamine manufacturing and possession of Schedule IV marijuana, and James G. Wiles, 27, both giving the 267 Pleasant Hill Road address. Wiles is charged with promotion of methamphetamine manufacturing.

The three were transported

a substance, which field-tested positive for methamphetamine.

Leynes was later arrested by Gibson County Investigators in Greenfield. He is charged with the promotion of methamphetamine manufacturing, initiation of process to manufacture m e t h a m p h e t a m i n e , manufacturing Schedule II (meth), possession of Schedule II meth and resisting a stop, halt or arrest. Leynes is currently held in the Gibson County Correctional Complex

under $50,000 bond. A preliminary hearing has been set for July 27th in Gibson County General Sessions Court at Trenton.

to the Gibson County Correctional Complex where Kenneth Akers and James Wiles each posted $5,000 bonds. Geoffrey Akers is currently held under $30,000 bond. Preliminary hearings have been set for July 28th in Gibson County General Sessions Court at Humboldt.

Agents from The West Tennessee Drug Task Force responded to the location to process the scene and assist with the investigation. Officials from the Department of Children services were also called for assistance as there were four children ranging from age two to 10 also in the residence at the time of the arrests. This part of the investigation remains open with additional charges pending.

GC deputies arrest three in meth lab operation

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My wife and I went to visit her brother last weekend. He’s a soldier, on his way to Afghanistan as I write this. He’ll probably be in country by the time you read it.

He’s no stranger to hardship duty. In the last ten years he has done tours in Korea, Kuwait, Iraq twice and now Afghanistan.

You don’t have to tell people how difficult the professions of arms are, how dangerous it is living so much of your life in harm’s way, but we don’t often stop and think of the collateral damage done to the families of military personnel. Watching him with his family over the weekend was a poignant reminder of just how costly such sacrifice is.

He and his wife have five children, from nine on down. The youngest, twin girls, are ten months old. They were crawling everywhere, getting ready to take their first steps in the next couple of months. He won’t see them, of course;

he’ll hear about them.He’s an engineer by

education, my brother-in-law is, and not just an ordinary one. He has a PhD in metallurgical engineering. Not just a bachelor’s degree, or a masters, but a genuine, earned doctorate.

Unemployment will never be an issue for him. He gets job offers and inquiries from the world beyond the army on a regular basis. Private industry desperately needs people with his background, training and education.

But so does the Army. So that’s where he is, doing what he has dreamed of doing ever since he was in the first grade, protecting his country.

When he’s not in uniform, he’s just a regular guy, just like the rest of us. We talked Saturday night about a western vacation our families are thinking of taking together next summer, subject, of course, to the needs of the army.

When he is at home, he

does the “dad” things other fathers do. He’s a Cub Scout leader for his son’s troop. He coached his daughter’s T-ball team. He changes diapers and washes dishes and helps with the housework; he’s a thoroughly modern man in the best sense of the term.

At some point Saturday evening he and I decided to make a frozen custard run. A few minutes later we were at a local franchise standing at the counter ordering “concretes.” As we did, the manager, who had been cooking French fries, looked up and walked over to us. “Are you in the military?” he asked my brother-in-law.

“Yes,” Ryan answered, surprised. “The Army.”

“I thought so,” the manager said. “Where you stationed?”

“I’m on my way to Afghanistan next week.”

Turning to the clerk, the manager said, “Give him a discount.” Then turning back to Ryan, he said, “when you get back, come by; I’ll buy you a sundae.”

Needless to say, the two of us went away feeling awfully good about that encounter. The manager’s action’s spoke louder than any praise or thank you he might have uttered. Everybody seems to do that these days, and that’s great, but I sometimes wonder about all the business and political expressions of gratitude that are so common today. I’m not questioning anyone’s sincerity, I just wonder.

We talk a great game of military support these days. We wave flags and say the right things. Politicians, if they don’t have military service of their own (and few do) brag about their uncle who served in Vietnam or their grandfather who marched off to World War II. We claim

to be patriotic now, but I sometimes wonder if we’re not, as they say in Texas, “more hat than cattle” when it comes to truly appreciating our military personnel.

Here’s something interesting; going all the way back to the election of 1992, every presidential election has pitted a candidate who was a genuine war hero, or at least a bona fide military veteran, against an opponent whose military service was either questionable or nonexistent.

Both John Kerry and Al Gore served in Vietnam. Kerry was awarded three Purple Hearts for wounds he received there. Bob Dole was severely

wounded and permanently maimed in World War II, and George H.W. Bush was shot out of the sky over the Pacific in the same conflict. John McCain was a prisoner of war in Vietnam who chose torture over the dishonor of criticizing the United States.

They all lost the presidency to opponents whose military service was either nonexistent or questionable, to say the most.

You would think a generation of Americans who find themselves to be in an almost constant state of war with someone or other for the last 20 years would look for leaders who knew

something about how to fight that they didn’t learn from a publicity tour of an army post or watching MSNBC.

But that’s not the way we operate in America today. Today when we speak of military heroes we seem to still think first of the generation that fought and won World War II for us, and they deserve every bit of the honor we can bestow on them.

But the young men, and women, who wear this country’s uniform today are giving them a run for their money, it seems to me.

God bless them one and all.

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Heather Marie King and Christopher Dwight Anderson, both of Trenton will be married on August 7, 2010, at 4 o’clock in the afternoon at New Concord Baptist Church on Kenton.

Heather is the daughter of Cynthia Todd and Lynn Britton is like a step-dad of Sharon and also Tim and Regina Todd from McKenzie.

Christopher is the son of Debra and Ricky Crouch of Trenton and also Bobby and Iona Prince of Dyersburg.

The bride elect is the

granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gammons of Dyer.

The groom is the grandson of Francis Prince and David Prince of Lake County.

King is a 2000 graduate of Gibson County High School where she received a high school diploma and also a nursing assistance diploma with highest honors.

Anderson is a 1998 graduate of Crockett County High School.

Everyone is welcome to attend the wedding. All friends and family are invited.

Our VBS closed Wednesday with a large group of family members coming for the program and fun time with the kids. Thanks go out to all the workers, parents, visitors and kids who made this a great time together.

We missed Bro. James and Natalie Sunday morning as they were with his family. His aunt is very seriously ill and they spent time with her.

In his absence, Bro. Larry Simmons brought an encouraging message from Matt 28:18-20 on the importance of going in God’s name to do His work. Our call to worship was “Jesus, Something About That Name.”

The welcome hymn was “Standing on The Promises.”

The McMackins have returned from vacation tanned and tired, but reporting a very good time.

Our softball players had a busy week, winning some and losing some. I don’t know how they play in this heat. Seems like that would make a good fall game.

They keep showing up and swinging those bats. Speaking of softball, our local twelve and under softball team, Paschalls’won their division in the state tournament. Great job girls.

Amber Wade was wished a happy birthday.

Thought for the week: We all have losses in our lives. But if we choose to feast on them every day, they numb our souls to the good with which God has gifted us.

The Sanders family was blessed this week to honor the patriarch of their family, Eurby Sanders as he reached his 94th birthday on Wednesday. “Granddaddy” as he is called by most of his family or “Mater Man” as he has been known for decades by friends and produce customers was honored on Sunday afternoon by his family as they all enjoyed a delicious fish meal at Lakeview Restaurant at Reelfoot Lake. Among the family gathering were five generations: Eurby Sanders of Gibson, his daughter, Freda Sanders Lamar of Dyer, her son Ronnie Lamar, his son Luke Lamar, his daughters Addyson and Molly Lamar all of Kenton. Other family members present were: Jolene Keymon, Tammy Keymon, Bryce Edwards, Blaine Keymon all of Gibson, Tim, Sharon, Trevor, and Kennedy Lamar of Millington, and Cynthia Lamar and Cindy Lamar of Kenton.

Former Kentonian Janna Norton Coleman and her young sons Adam, Andrew, and Addyson were in Union City last weekend visiting with her mother and step-father Elaine and Jesse Davidson. While in Union City on Thursday evening they were joined by more relatives Bobby and Carol Primrose, and Cindy Lamar of Kenton, and Brandon and Kelly Norton, Maddie, Mary, and Mallory of

Dyersburg. They all took their even meal together at Catfish Galley and enjoyed visiting and catching up on all the family news. Before returning to Alexandria, Ky. where she resides, she and her sons visited with her other brother, Brian Norton and his wife and family, Vicky, Jordan, Blake, and Carleigh of Lexington, TN.

We offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of James Turner. They lost their loved one last Sunday morning. He will be greatly missed.

Food for thought: Where do you go when you’re down on your luck? To your friends or your family? What do you do if your plans go amuck? Do you cry and just want to flee? How do you deal with the pains that you’re dealt? Do you fold or wish to be held? Whatever your plight, whatever your need, look to heaven from whence comes you help!

Prayer List: Norma Simpson, Preston White, David Stephenson, Sam Weatherly, Paul Lee Williams, Elmer Williams, Aaron Whitworth, Tommy Oliver, Eurby Sanders, Elaine and Jesse Davidson, Freda Lamar, Regina Miller, Easton Hopper, Bobby and Carol Primrose, Henry Herane, Lil Wardlow, Racine Hodges, and Clint McLodge. Thank you for relaying your news to [email protected].

It was an awesome day in God’s house at Laneview Sunday! Sunday School is always a wonderful way to get more involved in studying the Bible and learning more about Jesus. Our worship service began with some upbeat specials. One by Johnny Cavender and one by Natalie Farrar. Bro. Johnny also sang a very moving song entitled “ Jesus Bring The Rain.” You could feel the spirit moving before the message ever began.

The title of Bro. Darryl’s message was “Laneview’s Army.” God is making things happen and pulling people together to establish His army at Laneview. To be a part of this army some traditions must be broken. #1 Being spotless on the outside but dirty on the inside. Clean it up! #2 Stop having so many earthly things on your mind when you come to God’s house. There should be only two things Praising and worshiping God! #3 If you are going to join God’s army don’t be a lukewarm soldier. If you are lukewarm you will be defeated. #4 Only opening your Bible on Sunday. Prayer and studying

God’s Word should be a daily activity to prepare you for our battle. Don’t be stuck in the tradition of man, suit up with God’s protective armor. Scripture ref. Mark 7:1-7. Sunday evening service was lead by our youth. They lead the music service, gave testimonies, and played the guitar and sang. The youth went to Eureka Springs this past weekend to see the Passion Play. They all said how differently they felt after seeing it. It really had an impact on them.

You always hear all the negative things that our young people are getting into these days. It was so uplifting to see our youth get up in front of the church unashamed to talk about God and what He means to them. We thank God for them. Upcoming Events: V.B.S. “Under Construction” July 26-29, Note Burning Service is August 1Bethel Renaissance Choir is August 29.

If your not attending a church we invite you to come join God’s army at Laneview!

Miss Heather Marie King and Mr. Christopher Dwight Anderson

King - Anderson

We opened service Sunday morning at St. Paul with singing “Thank You Lord” and we all certainly have something to thank Him for.

Pastor Willie Pounds delivered a very good message Sunday morning. His topic “How Can You Stay Strong In The Lord,” was found in /Ephesians 6:10-16 and other scriptures. The mass choir provided the music. Ministers Michelle Skinner and Timothy White participated in the service. Min. Jasmin Williams was in Atlanta attending some classes. We were glad to have our pastor and wife back with us.

The Gibson County High School is in band camp this week. Sarah Alford, Brandon Jennings and Steven Coble are among the many who are getting up early and getting to

the school. Julia Faye and Merrisa

Shane returned home to Lansing, MI. Thursday. They enjoyed spending time with their family. James, Lil Sarah and I, Billy and Neva, Gerald and Willie and Helen Dean had a wonderful visit with Faye and Merrisa in their home in Greenfield Monday evening. Sarah spent the night with Merrisa.

Those having birthdays this week are: Charlie L. White, Bruce Banks and Sharon White.

We are having some extremely hot weather, so everyone should be aware to drink plenty of fluids, rest and stay out of the heat as much as possible.

God bless and have a wonderful week, remember to greet your neighbor with a smile.

On July 14, Jane Forseyth called the meeting to order with praise. We had 24 present with one guest. Jane offered the blessing on the food followed by a reading.

“Happy Birthday” was sung to Brother DeWayne and “Happy Anniversary” was sung to Mr. and Mrs. Goodgine!

Following food and fellowship the group sang “Because He Lives,” “Shall We Gather at The River” and a special by Kenneth McEwen entitled “I’ve Anchored My Soul.”

On July 21 the group plans

to go to Brooksie’s Barn for lunch in Jackson meeting at 9:30 a.m. for blood pressure check and depart around 10 a.m.

Brother DeWayne chose Matthew 25 for his devotional. “What are you doing with the talents God had blessed you with?” Will God say, “well done my good and faithful servant?” Other scriptural references were taken from Philippians chapter 4 and Thessalonians. God will supply all our needs. Be pleasing to Jesus.

We were dismissed with prayer by Brother DeWayne.

Hang in there, before you know it hot weather will be gone and we will be waking up to cool crisp mornings!

The praise team this Sunday were Kelly Tucker, Syble Ashley and Larry Belew.

The choir special was “People need the Lord.”

Brother Jason’s message “Forgetful Faith,” Mark 8:1-10.

Sunday VBS “Saddle Ridge Ranch will be starting July 26-30.

Women on Mission will have a yard sale August 16. Also they will be selling barbeque chicken for $5. If you would like to order one contact the church office.

There will be a VBS Kick

Off and Block Party Sunday night July 25.

Our prayer needs this week: the shut-ins, we have several members who are not able to attend church, Jeff Johnson is improving but still in the hospital, Roger White is going to have stints put in, Julie Bogardus is having tests run.

Those having birthdays this week: Thedis Abermathy, Kevin Perrine, Richard Bell, Johnny White, and Jeff Johnson.

If you are looking for a place to worship, come to First Baptist Church. There is a place just for you.

Until next week, God bless.

North Union By Sarah Allen

We were so glad to have most of our mission trip folks back with us. The Joyce Family was with Robert as he competes in the National High School Finals Rodeo in the steer wrestling competitions.

Bro. Don’s part of the service was devoted to us hearing each child, young adult leaders, and adult leaders tell us about the mission trip to Eldon, Iowa. It was wonderful to hear all of them speak of the blessings they received and the 40 children they were able to help where each one had a different need.

Each one of our group was truly a sermon in shoes. Our adult leaders were amazed at how our youth performed. They set up our Bible School which was titled “Joseph’s Journey From Prison to Palace. They taught the children to memorize Bible verses, to pray often and outloud, and to deal with whatever problem they might be concerned about. Our leaders reminded us of the

seeds planted many years ago at North Union led to a season in Iowa of four days. Bro. Don said he was thankful the ground was plowed at North Union and the seeds were planted in Iowa.

I along with many others I am sure were thankful to have had a small part by contributing to their fund raiser dinners and purchasing chances on the bicycle Gene and Margo donated. I am thankful for the children and leaders who work so hard to lead the children. I am thankful to Bro. Don who works with the children and planned this mission trip.

I had the privilege of attending the Whitley Family Reunion after church at North Union. This family goes back many generations and it was good to remember the past. Also this family is known for good singing and we enjoyed several songs from many family members.

Come to our revival July 25-28 and hear Bro. Doy Daniels.

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Greetings from the Cloras Chapel Church family. On Friday, July 9, the Cloras Chapel family journeyed to Indianapolis, Indiana.

It is just amazing how much love can be felt during the time of fellowship. We had a chance to feel God’s love.

We arrived in Indianapolis around 3:30 p.m. and visited The Greater Love Baptist Church where Rev. Henry Jones is the pastor. They prepared a Friday night meal for us and games to play. We enjoyed ourselves.

God wrapped His arms around us and kept us safe. On Saturday after breakfast, we toured the city and went to an art museum. It was great!!!

Rev. Henry Jones and first lady Jones laid out the red carpet for us.

My husband got to see the Indy 500 and the football stadium where Payton Manning plays. We were able to see a lot of

great things and did a little shopping too,

On Sunday morning we had Sunday School and worship service with Greater Love Baptist Church. Pastor Myles delivered a great message titled, “That’s Love” from the 15th chapter of John verses 9-12. He was beyond himself.

The choir sang from their hearts out and the ushers did a beautiful job. We were all blessed! Our musicians were awesome.

We had William Jenkins, Joe Albea, and Treva Hunt and they rocked the house. Elder Keith Harris sang and played.

The church furnished us a delicious meal after service and we returned to our chartered bus to return home. The bus ride was fun and we cheered on our way home. Everyone that went on the trip had a ball!!

We are looking forward to service this Sunday at

Cloras Chapel. Everyone is invited.

After church Sunday Pastor Myles and first lady Myles will visit Beech Grove CPCA in Dyersburg, where Rev. Jeremy Myles is the pastor. They are having family and friends day. Everyone is invited and they ask that you wear jeans and white tee shirts. Badgett Chapel will be their special guest.

We will have our monthly missionary meeting Saturday at 1 p.m. and session at 2 p.m. All members are asked to be present.

Our district Sunday School Convention will be held at Cloras Chapel July 24th beginning at 9 a.m.

Elder Charles Simpson will conduct a Sunday School workshop. We thank God for blessing us.

Remember to always trust God and never doubt and He will surely bring you out because Jesus got a blessing just waiting.

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Re-ElectHilda

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EXPERIENCED22 Years as your Register of Deeds

FORWARD THINKINGHas consistently kept office up to date with best

technology available: Up to Date Hardware, Up to Date Software and Currently Digitizing Past Deeds

AWARENESS OF COUNTY FINANCESHas operated under budget for 22 years

CONTINUING EDUCATIONHas attended 449 hours of state sponsored instruction to

remain up to date on all new laws and requirements of office

HONORED AS STATE WIDE REGISTER OF DEEDS IN 2002

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When experience counts, you can count on Brown!

VOTE JOYCE BROWNGIBSON COUNTY CLERK

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AMBULANCE, FIRE and EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

have risen over the years and other counties have adjusted their tax rates to reflect these changes . . . we have not. Think of it as a 10 cent a day insurance policy that you hope you will never need but if that day comes, heaven forbid, you’ll be glad it’s there.

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The Moore’s Chapel/Concord FCE Club met June 21, at the Moore’s Chapel Community Center. Twelve members were present.

President Teresa McConnell called the meeting to order and thanked Patsy Scott for hosting the meeting. Louise Cutler gave the devotional based on the “Hands of Christ” with selected verses from Mark, Luke, and Psalms.

Members sang “The More We Get Together,” and answered roll call

answering the question: “What Makes You Happy?” Teresa McConnell led the pledge.

Janice Gibson’s family issues presentation was on health focusing on things one could do to lower blood pressure and decrease stress. Dark chocolate, exercise, slow-paced music, time-out, scented candles, laughing, lending a hand, giving emotional support to others, loose-fitting clothing, and keeping hands busy with puzzles, knitting, etc. were suggestions.

The environmental program presented by Jan Burks explained the recycling symbols on plastic containers. The lower the number, the more recyclable the item is. She also discussed how to opt out of junk mail and gave several web sites for members to contact.

Old business: The Imagination Library yard sale raised $345. This amount will provide books for 23 children a year.

Cultural Arts Day went

well with club members Debbie White, Sandra Newman, Joyce Chester, Louise Cutler, and Teresa McConnell placing first or second in different categories. Due to low attendance, it was decided that we call members to remind them about these days.

New business: The Gibson County Fair is August 8-14. The theme is “Come Harvest 155 Years of Fun.” The deadline for the district mini-conference is July 27. Location will be announced later. Membership dues of $7.00 should be paid in July. Tap-A-Talent is June 28 where participants will be sewing for nursing home and veteran patients.

Suggestions for this year’s outing included antiquing in Hazel, Kentucky and visiting the Wild West Village in Gibson Wells. October was suggested as the month for this.

Members were asked to bring Carl Perkins items and bottles for a birdfeeder craft to the July meeting.

What do you get when you mix large amounts of blue eye shadow, big hair, a Rubik’s cube, and some of the most popular songs ever written? You got it! The totally awesome 80’s! Throw in a Star Wars dream sequence, smooth dance routines, and a very talented cast and we have Back ToThe 80’s—The

Totally Awesome Musical! Nite Lite Children’s

Theatre will present Back To The 80’s Friday, July 30 at 7:00pm and Saturday, July 31 at 2:00 and 7:00pm. All shows will be held at the Milan Middle School auditorium. Ticket prices are $5.00 for students K-12th and $10.00 for adults. Reserved seating can be made by calling Nite Lite at 855-2129.

Back To The 80’s is the story of the senior class of William Ocean High that graduates in the 80’s, as remembered and seen through the eyes of now thirty something Corey Palmer ( J.D. Thompson). Young Corey (Zach Pike) is madly in love with his next-door neighbor Tiffany (Abby Lambert), one of the coolest girls in school. However, she’s too busy mooning over the hottest guy in school, Michael (Seth Lewis) to notice. Add to the group street smart Cyndi (Annie Williams), computer nerd Feargal (Lawson Mann), and love-sick teachers Miss Brannigan (Cassidy Sheppard) and Mr. Cocker (Erik Alexander), who will all keep you guessing if they can make it to the end of senior year.

Come journey with us back to the days of rad music, Atari, break-dancing, Ninja Turtles, and the arrival of the Compact Disk. Dancing in the aisles is not only encouraged – it’s totally 80’s!

Nite Lite Children’s Theatre presents “Back to the 80’s”


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Lowrance Chapel By Jerry Bell

SOCCER CAMPJoin the fastest growing sport in the USA! Kids at Play

Soccer Camp will be held July 29-30 at Gibson County High School from 6-9 p.m. Camp is for children age 3 to 12. Fee is $20. Children can bring rubber cleats or tennis shoes, and shin guards, however, there will be many drills that will not require the equipment. Contact Coach Scott Jewell at 692-4541 or 414-4511 to sign up your child or for more information.

C.L.MOORE Rutherford – Graveside services for C.L. Moore, 79, were

held July 16, 2010, Rutherford Cemetery. Brother Jerry Bell officiated the services. Leitherland Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Mr. Moore passed away July 14, 2010, at Dyer Nursing Home. He was high school custodian and a member of Lowrance Chapel Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ray Moore and Betty Cotham.

He is survived by his wife Kathleen Moore of Kenton, two sons, Larry Moore of Kenton and Randy Moore of Trenton, two daughters, Debbie Mantel of Kenton and Shirley Ann Weaver of Humboldt, one sister, Faye Carey of Dyer and one half sister, Bonnie Sue Campbell, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

RUTHERFORD AREA ACTION CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

The Rutherford Area ACTION Club is offering a $500 scholarship to a Rutherford college student who is classified as a sophomore, junior or senior and plans to continue their education at a college, trade/technical school or business school. The deadline for applying for the scholarship is Monday, July 26, 2010 and it will be awarded at the July 2010 monthly meeting. The Rutherford Area ACTION Club reserves the right to award multiple smaller scholarships totaling at least $500 if deemed appropriate. For information or an application contact Alan Abbott at 665-7223.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone who has remembered our family with cards, food, visits, flowers, phone calls and donations. Although this is a sad time for all of us, we find comfort in knowing how fortunate we are to have our relatives, friends and neighbors. We appreciate all you have done.

Family of Jimmie Taylor

DAVY CROCKETT DAYS COMMISSION MEETING

The Davy Crockett Days Commission will meet on Tuesday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rutherford City Hall. Anyone interested in helping with the 43rd Annual Davy Crockett Days celebration is welcomed to attend.

GC UTILITY DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

The Gibson County Utility District Board of Commissioners meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at 5 p.m. at the district office.

Morning worship services had an attendance 122 and 84 in Sunday school.

Perfect attendance was all of our youth classes from Cradle Roll through Junior High. Thanks to all of our kids for being such a good example for all of us to follow.

The message for the morning service came from the book of Matthew 13:24-30 and 36-43, The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares.

The message for the evening came from the book of Genesis 3:1-19, Weeds in the Garden, The First Tares.

Remember in Prayer: Don Clark, Shirley Ashworth, Joy Taylor, Paul Allen Moore and family, all of our shut-ins and those in the nursing home.

We’ve had an eventful week. Several members were able to go visit the Veteran’s Home in Humboldt Thursday. In preparation

for our VBS Cindy Tarpe, Ricky and Debbie Carson and Cecil Ingle have been working on our props and decorations. Several members were able to hand out pamphlets around town Saturday morning and our teachers and Donna Abbott have worked hard getting our material ready for classroom and learning center preparation.

Many thanks go to Bob and Tina McClain for opening their beautiful home Sunday night for the youth devotional. There was plenty of good food and fun for everyone.

Announcements: Make plans to attend our VBS July 19-22. We have a lot of surprises in store for this year. We hope to see you there.

The Ladies class will be having a singing at the Nursing Home in Dyer Wednesday evening.

We were thankful when they said, “Let us go up to the house of the Lord and worship Him.”

Yes, we had another great day of giving praise to our God. We should all be very thankful that we are able to worship God without fear from any source. It would be horrible to think that we would ever loose this privilege, but we could unless we all “stand up for Jesus” and shout His name from sea to shining sea.

We had several out of town this Sunday. Barbara Wiley continues at home to improve from surgery to her shoulder. We all were saddened at the passing of our dear brother, C.L. Moore. His graveside service was held last Friday at the Rutherford Cemetery. We need to keep the family, especially Kathleen, in our prayers.

Our gospel meeting will begin on Sunday August 8th. Justin Paschal will be doing the speaking. Services will be each evening Sunday through Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Justin is the son of one of our members, Mark Paschal. For our lesson last Sunday, we talked about “The Gospel Treasure .”

The text was from 2 Corinthians 4: 1-7. Verse number seven reads; “But we have this treasure (gospel) in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God and not of us.”

There are two similes in the text. One relates to the ministerial office, the human body being the vessel. The other relates to the spiritual part, the gospel

of Jesus Christ. The gospel is presented as a “treasure.”

The gospel is such a treasure because of its Divine knowledge of God, of his Divine grace, comfort, and heavenly glory. It is a treasure that supplies food for the soul. It gives life – the bread of life, manna from heaven. It is also a treasure of medicine for the sinful souls. The gospel is more valuable than precious rubies or gold. No man can put a price on its value. Some of the characteristics of this treasure are; it is Spiritual, invaluable, abundant, enduring and freely offered to all.

Everyone has a gracious right to its blessings. It is a blessing that can not be secured in this present life. The Apostle Paul said that “all spiritual blessings are in Christ Jesus.” Suppose that you died and been buried and your spouse goes to buy a “life” insurance policy on you. Do you think that any insurance company will write a policy for you? I don’t think so.

When you were in good health and alive you could have purchase any amount you needed, but now it is too late. The gospel is for those who are living. We can’t wait until we are dead or the Lord comes back to obey God. We need it now! Tomorrow will be too late!

It was King Agrippa who said to Paul, “Almost thou persuadeth me to be a Christian.” The beautiful treasure, the gospel of Jesus Christ is for all. It is for you, if you will accept it.

Rejoice in the Lord always.

Our morning services began with Bro. John Fields opening us in prayer.

Scott Fields read scriptures from Psalms 119 as we all enjoyed his devotional on life with limits.

We all dismissed to our Sunday school classes where Kathy Hooper opened the adult class in prayer for our many prayer requests.

Ms. Christy did a good job teaching us our lesson “How can I express love?” from 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Christian love is to be the guiding principle for all we do in our churches.

William McDonald closed us in prayer.Our worship hour began with Mike Fields opening in prayer. Elaine Fields played the piano as Scott Fields led us in the hymns “Because He lives,” “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” and “How Great Thou Art.”

We fellowshipped with one another as we had our time of meet and greet with our church family and

visitors. Bro. Steve opened us in

prayer before bringing us our morning message from Psalm 95:6-8.

William McDonald closed services with prayer as the hymn “I Surrender” all was sung.

Our Sunday night services were moved to Calvary Baptist Church in Humboldt. We all enjoyed hearing many testimonies and watching a presentation of The Nebraska Mission Team doing the Lord’s work in Macy, Nebraska.

Afterwards we had a great time of food and fellowship with one another.

Several attended a bridal tea for Alisa and Jordan Saturday afternoon in the Keely Mill fellowship hall.

We thank the Lord for our visitors and we invite you to come praise and worship the Lord with us Sundays 11 a.m. and 6 p.m..Glorify God, read your Bibles and be people of prayer this week. keelymillbaptistchurch.com and facebook.

Thank you to our family and friends for helping to make our 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration a very special day. Every kind act was very thoughtful and we will certainly remember them in the years to come. We are thankful for our children and their spouses; Leanne and Danny, and Maria and David and our grandchildren; Danny, Tiffany, Alden, Demi Jai and Anna Louise for honoring us in such a nice way. It was very meaningful to celebrate at the Salem United Methodist church, where we were married. “To God be the Glory!”

Daniel and Faye Sharp

MRS. ANNA MAE PUCKETTAnna Mae (Lane) Puckett, 86, Noblesville, passed away

Thursday, July 15, 2010 at Maple Park Village in Westfield. She was born December 21, 1923 in Gibson County, Tennessee to Sidney Monroe and Lala (Lane) Lane.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Noblesville.

She is survived by daughter, Patricia Lane; two granddaughters, Darlene LaBuda and Denise Cote; and three great-grandchildren, Jennifer LaBuda, Lauren Cote, and Nicholas Cote.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Walter F. Puckett.

Services were held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 18, 2010 at Leitherland Funeral Home in Rutherford, with calling beginning at 1 p.m. prior to the service. Burial was at Rutherford Cemetery in Rutherford, TN.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5635 W. 96th St, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46278.

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JAMES W. TURNER Dyer – Funeral services for James W. Turner, 70, were

Held July 21, 2010, at Karnes and Son Funeral Home Chapel. Brother Johnny Criswell officiated the services. Burial was held at Sunny Side Cemetery.

Mr. Turner passed away July 18, 2010, at his home in Dyer. He was born September 15, 1939 in Dyer County, the son of the late Willie Lee and Bertha Osman Turner. He was a retired mechanic of Tennessee Tractor.

He is survived by his wife, Kay Turner of Dyer; five children, Judy Turner of Jackson, Rickey Turner of Dyer, Patricia Forester of Kenton, William Turner of Yorkville, Franklin Turner of Corinth, Mississippi; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one brother, Edward Turner of Sharon.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOLRutherford First Baptist ChurchMonday, July 26-Friday, July 30

6:00-8:30 p.m. each night

Block Party Kick-Off Sunday, July 25 at 6 p.m.

Party Jumpers, Horse Rides, Cotton Candy, Sno-Cones & More!

Family NightFriday, July 30 at 6 p.m.Closing Ceremony & Hotdog Supper

Need a ride? Call church office at 665-6159.


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Volunteer Insurance Agency106 Main Street

Rutherford, TN 38369731-665-6126

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Store Hours: M-F : 7-5 Sat: 7-12Extended Hours for Agronomy

Bradley J. OwensAttorney at Law

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REVIVALDYER CUMBERLAND

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

July 25 - July287 p.m. Nightly

Evangelist - Rev. Terra Sisco,

Former Dyer CP Youth Director - Current pastor of

Norris City, IL church

Special Music Each Evening

Everyone is invited to come and hear Terra’s inspiring messages!

Rev. Johnny Watson - Pastor of Dyer Cumberland

Presbyterian Church

You are invited to:

First Assembly of God’s

Kids CrusadeWith Pastor Roy Stone

From Life Assembly in Mount Juliet, TN

July 29th - July 31st

5:30 p.m. NightlyAges 4-11August 1st

10:45 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Bring the whole

family!

FBC DYER MOM’S DAY OUT

PRE-SCHOOL We are now taking children’s applications

for Mom’s Day Out! Orientation and sign up: August 1 at 4 p.m. in the basement of the church. Classes: 3 years old & 4-5 year olds If you would like to register your child please come to orientation or call the church office 692-2549, Kathy at

643-4071, Tabitha at 414-0332 or Rita at 697-4170.

“Excellence in education from a Christian perspective”

ATTEND RECEPTION - Kareen Griffin, a 23-year cancer survivor, and Lou Ellen Bone, a three and a half year survivor, had plenty to discuss at the cancer survivor reception held at William McFarland’s home Sunday afternoon, July 18. Eddie Bone was also on hand to listen.

CANCER SURVIVOR RECEPTION - Bobby Sullivan, Gibson North Relay for Life committee member, served as one of the hosts for a Cancer Survivor Reception held at the home of William McFarland Sunday, July 18. Cancer survivors Curtis Mann and Jerry Robinson were among those who attended. Survivors attending had beaten cancer from six months to 52 years attended.

FINCHER MEET AND GREET – Linda Davis (top left photo) talks with Stephen Fincher at the Davy Crockett Cabin last week during a meet and greet for the congressional candidate. Republican candidates for other offices also attended including Mark Renfroe, (above right) talking to Jim Murphy and Roy Fisher and State Rep. Curtis Halford (lower right photo) and Andy Elliott talking to Glenn Landrum and Ken Pullias.


Sports & Education

STATE CHAMPIONS - The Paschall’s 12 and under softball team took the state championship in Rutherford. Members of the team are: Maddie Abbott, Madison Ellis, Kaytlan Griffin, Mary Alice McKeand, Becca Lee, Madison Langston, Sydney Inman, Cheyenne Clark, Claire Whitworth, Taylor Kelly, Allie Smithson, Megan Greer and Kelsea Sutberry. Coaches are David Whitworth, Jeff Lee and Rodney Inman. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

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Please Notice:1. All contestants must sign a liability waiver. Minors 18 & under must have permission from their parent or legal guardian who must be present to sign the liability waiver.2. All contestants must pay the gate entry! Admission proceeds go towards the fire department. Thanks for your cooperation!3. All entry fees are payable by cash only! No checks will be accepted. All events are 100% payback!4. THE BOOKS WILL CLOSE AT 5:15 P.M. Only contestants who have pre-registered and a paid balance on the books by 5:15 will participate, as with ant other rodeo. Please make your attendance plans early.5. The order of performance will be posted on the barn, north-side. The books will also be posted ASAP after they are closed.6. Numbers are drawn for position. 15 participants from each category will ride in the performance. If less than 15 participants, all will be in the performance. All others will ride in the slack in the same order as above. Thank you for your cooperation!

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*ALL NON-BULL RIDING PARTICIPANTSPlease Pre-Register on Monday, July 19th from 5:30 p.m to 10 pm only at primary

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PAID entry by 5:15! Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

*ALL BULL RIDERS MUST PRE-REGISTERon Monday, July 19th with Guy Cox at (731) 697-3519 from 10 AM to 10 PM.

You must sign in the day of the rodeo with Guy Cox by 5:00 p.m. in order to participate!

For Directions or More Information, Please Call (731) 665-7683 or (731) 234-7348 until 9 p.m.

Order of Events & Fees 1. Junior Bulls $40 2. Bulls $40 3. Calf Roping $25 4. Ladies Breakaway** $25 **boys 14 & under

5. Pee Wee Barrels** $15 **12 & Under

6. Ladies Barrel Racing $25 7. Calf Scramble None 8. Team Roping $25 each 9. Steer Wrestling $25 10. Goat Tying $2511. Pole Bending $2512. Bulls Any Slack will follow the performance in the same order as the performance!

$500 added money to bull riding prize $$ ONLY

Bulls provided by Rafter C. Rodeo Co.All events are 100% payback.

All bull-riders should report to Guy Cox by 5 p.m. to pay their entry fees.

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•Rain Date is tentatively set

for Sunday, July 25th

WESTERN DRESS CODE APPLIES!

RODEOGOODLUCK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT.

Saturday July 24th at 6 p.m.Baier Roping Arena

217 Webb Road, Rutherford Admission -$7 Adults • Children 6 & under FREE

All proceeds to benefit the Goodluck Fire Department (Station 7)

14th Annual

BY LORI CATHEYAs the host team for

the 12u Cal Ripken State Softball Tournament, Paschall’s Real Estate faced West Carroll in the opening round on Friday night. Paschall’s wasted no time advancing to the second round with a 16-5 win. Saturday, at noon, Paschall’s brought their undefeated season to the second round to face Medina. Paschall’s saw their perfect season end with a 3-2 lost to Medina. This lost forced Paschall’s to play back-to-back games.

Paschall’s first opponent was West Carroll for the second time in 24 hours. Paschall’s came out swinging hot bats from the start and won the game 13-4. After beating West Carroll, Paschall’s had to face the team that gave them their only loss of the

MOMENT OF TRIUMPH - The Paschall’s softball team celebrating after winning the state championship Sunday afternoon. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

TAGGED WITH TEAMWORK - Paschall’s second baseman, Sydney Inman catches the throw and applies the tag as shortstop Madison Ellis backs up the play. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

POWER PITCHER - Becca Lee (left) delivers a pitch in the State Championship game. The team had a near perfect season, losing only one game (3-2) to Medina in the tournament. They came back to beat Medina in two more games for the championship. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

STATE CHAMPS HAVE THE COOLEST COACH - After winning the State Championship and being the HOTTEST Softball team all year, head coach David Whitworth’s team decided to give him a well deserved cooling off with a iced gatorade shower. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

year, Medina. Behind great pitching and a barrage of hits, Paschall’s raced past Medina with a 10-0 win. With this win, Paschall’s advanced to the state championship game against Medina at 3 p.m. on Sunday.

Paschall’s got their offense and defense back on track in this game. Neither team scored in the first inning. In the top of the second, Paschall’s Kaytlan Griffin singled and went to second on a passed ball, then, stole third base. Maddie Abbott followed with a single that scored the game’s first run. Paschall’s led 1-0 at the end of the second inning. Paschall’s sent twelve ladies to the plate and scored eight runs to give them a 9-0 lead in the top of the fourth, but Medina came back, adding three in the bottom of the forth to cut the lead to 9-3.

Paschall’s did not score in the fifth while Medina added its forth run of the game. The sixth inning saw great defense from both teams and Paschall’s went on to win the State Championship 9-4. Paschall’s pitchers, Becca Lee and Kaytlan Griffin, combined to lead the team to a 4-1 record and the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP in the tournament.

Head coach David Whitworth said, “No one player won the game - it was a team effort.”

The team would like to thank Paschall Real Estate for being their sponsor this year.

The Paschall’s 12 and under softball team is comprised of girls from Rutherford, Kenton and Dyer. Paschall’s finished the season with a 23-1 record and scored 284 runs, and only allowed 40 runs for the season.

Scholarships are available

Nine scholarships will be available to high school students in Tennessee this fall. The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans is partnering with the American Electric Power Foundation to support 79 scholarships total in six states. The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships for higher education to talented young people who serve their community in a positive way, exemplify strong academic and moral character, all while overcoming adverse life events such as growing up in the foster care system without family support, persevering through severe financial troubles, or coping with health hardships.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact (202) 683-3164 or [email protected].


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Dyer Volunteer League held its annual Mike Cooper Invitational

The “Gibson County Patriots” as well as an overwhelming number of Tea

Party groups across the state of Tennessee have endorsed…

Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey for Governor Ron Ramsey shares our Christian Conservative values, he is strictly pro-

life. Lt. Governor Ramsey has taken a strong stand to defend our second

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FIRST PITCH - Throwing out the first pitch is Will Carson, the nephew of the late Mike Copper. On hand for the first pitch of the tournament were Carolyn Cooper, Chance Cooper, Ty Carson, Todd Carson, Melissa Carson, Bubba Cooper, Joy Cooper and Chase Cooper. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

BY LORI CATHEYThe Dyer Volunteer

League held its annual Mike Cooper Invitational Ball Tournament with 28 teams participating. The

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tournament is held every year in honor of Mike Cooper, a good husband, farther, and young man from Dyer who died of cancer. The money raised goes back into the

Dyer Volunteer League to pay for improvements to the park and to pay for umpires throughout the year.

The tournament had T-ball, Little League, and Babe Ruth teams playing and ran for three days. Winning the tournament in T-ball was North West TN Gutters. The winner in Little League was Medina and placing second was Trenton Gold. The Babe Ruth winner for the second straight year was Whitby Clinic of Trenton.

The Dyer Volunteer League would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came and supported the kids and the tournament and helped make it a very successful tournament.

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BY CINDY EASTResidents of Old Dyersburg

Road are gearing up for their annual 17-mile yard sale. The sale will be held this year on Saturday, August 7th. It starts at Georgetown and goes all the way to Tatumville.

Judy Horner first rallied her neighbors and residents

of Old Dyersburg Road back in 2001 and started the 17-mile yard sale. She said on average, 80-percent of the residents participate. The sale has grown each year drawing more and more people.

Reba Finch said, “It draws a huge crowd,” said Finch. “The traffic starts on Friday before the sale. We always have people trying to get first dibs on things. I’ve had people come to my house as early as 4:30 in the morning.” Some of the churches on Old Dyersburg Road also participate.

“We will have all kinds of bargains. Some residents even cook and sell food, so you can eat while you shop for the best deals,” said Horner.

Horner stressed that people need to be very cautious while traveling on Old Dyersburg Road and watch out for the farmers. Also be careful how and where they park along the roadside.

SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP – The annual 17-mile yard sale on Old Dyersburg Road will be held on Saturday, August 7th. Judy Horner (left) and Reba Finch are among the residents who participate in the annual event that started back in 2001.

The 17-mile yard sale is back

Frank Bernard Burns of Trenton and Phouday Phetsouphann of Trenton

Christopher Don Cherry of Milan and Beverly Lynn McCoy of Milan

Chaco Ray Garrigus of Greenfield and Alicia Deann Crutcher Blackwell of Greenfield

Michael Taylor Cole of Dyersburg and Monica Lisa Barcenas of Trenton

Stanley Paul Hughes of Humboldt and Mary Ellen Clevenger Gordon of Humboldt

Howell Scott Holmes, Jr. of Milan and Bonnie Suzette Reeves of Milan

Joel Bruce Simmons of Kenton and Jessica Anne Anderson of Dyer

James Micheal Shaw of Medina and Catherine Helen McLaughlin of Medina

Christopher Dale Sawyers of Rutherford and Amy Elise Stephenson Wiese of Rutherford

Nickolas Cletus Hulling of Milan and Maria Beniya of Milan

Keith Allen Dunn of Milan and Melissa Dawn Boyd of Milan

Scottie Andrew Branham of Milan and Brandy Star Trimmer of Milan

Lynn Paul Martin, Jr. of McKenzie and Jennifer Renee Samples Richardson of McKenzie

Derrick Wayne McAfee of Milan and Mallory Ann Pickard McCall of Milan

Eric Caprice Mayberry of Rutherford and Mary Joanne Reynolds of Rutherford

Richard Alan Baxter of Jackson and Linda Kay

Marriages


Legal Notice

Property Transfers

EARLY BROWN FAMILY PORTRAIT - Jeweler Paul Brown and wife Pauline pose for a family photograph with sons Wayne (left) and Bobby in the late 1940’s.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

T.C.A. 30-2-306Estate of

MARTHA NELL RYALDOCKET: 19614P

Notice is hereby given that on the 30TH day of JUNE, of 2010, Letters TESTAMENTARY, in respect of the estate of MARTHA NELL RYAL, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Gibson County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or un-matured, against the estate are required to file same with Clerk of the above named Court within the earlier of four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death, otherwise their claims will be forever barred in the manner and to the extent provided by law. Date of Death: JUNE 18, 2010.

This 30TH day of JUNE, 2010.

Signed: JAMES T. RYAL, JR.

ExecutorEstate of MARTHA NELL

RYAL

SHONNA SMITH,CLERK & MASTER

By: Paula Hudson, DCM

JAMES T. RYAL, JR.630 PLEASANT HILL ST.HUMBOLDT, TN 38343(2tp 7/22)

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated November 30, 2006, executed by CLAUDE P YORK and MARILYN A. YORK, conveying certain real property therein described to ROBERT M WILSON, JR as same appears of record in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, on December 6, 2006,as Instrument No. 81112, in Book 898, at Page 412; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, who is now the owner of said debt; and WHEREAS, the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., having been appointed by as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee on June 27, 2008, as Instrument No. 97475, in Book 927, at Page 957. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that the undersigned, RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as Substitute Trustee or its duly appointed agent, by virtue of the power, duty and authority vested and imposed upon said Substitute Trustee will, on August 12, 2010, 11:00 AM at the Gibson County courthouse door where the foreclosure sales are customarily held At the Gibson County Courthouse, Trenton, TN, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sullivan County, Tennessee, to wit: BEING Lot 2, Block 1 of Southern Development Company’s First Subdivision, the plat of which is of record in Deed Book 102, page 561. in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee, and beginning at a stake in the west margin of 28th Avenue, said stake being 82 feet North of the center point of Woodland Drive. The same being the northeast corner of Lot 3, in Block 1; runs thence with the west margin of 28th Avenue North 65 feet to a stake at the southeast corner of Lot 1, Block 1; runs thence with the south margin of said Lot 1, West 120 feet to a stake in the east boundary of Lot 8, Block 1; runs thence with the east boundary of said Lot 8, South 65 feet to a stake at the northeast corner of Lot 3; thence with the north margin of said Lot 3 East 120 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: The street address of the property is believed to be 171 N 28th AVE, HUMBOLDT, TN 38343-3600. In the event of any discrepancy between this street address and the legal description of the property, the legal description shall control. CURRENT OWNER(S): CLAUDE P. YORK OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: 1) ESTATE OF CLAUDE P YORK 2) MARILYN A YORK The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This property is being sold with the express reservation that it is subject to confirmation by the lender or Substitute Trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The Property is sold as is, where is, without representations or warranties of any kind, including fitness for a particular use or purpose. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., Substitute Trustee 2380 Performance Dr, RGV-D7-450 Richardson, TX 75082 Tel: (800) 281-8219 Fax: (805) 553-6392 TS: 08-0065495 FEI # 1006.28724 7/22,7/29,8/5/2010

PUBLIC NOTICETOWN OF RUTHERFORD BUDGET

The first reading of the Budget for the Town of Rutherford, Tennessee was held June 21, 2010. The second reading will be held July 26, 2010 at City Hall. Be it ordained by the Town of Rutherford, Tennessee that:

Section 1: Total Revenues and Available Funds:General Fund $509,000.00State Street Aid Fund $33,800.00Solid Waste Fund $85,000.00Drug Fund $2,500.00Water and Sewer Fund $403,205.00TOTAL REVEUE $1,033,550.00

Expenditures:General Fund $509,000.00State Street Aid Fund $33,800.00Solid Waste Fund $80,000.00Drug Fund $2,500.00Water and Sewer Fund $403,250.00TOTAL EXPENDITURES $1,033,550.00

Section 2: Appropriations not to be exceeded. No expenditure listed above may be exceeded without appropriate ordinance action to amend the budget. Such action shall include the sources of revenue to finance the proposed expenditures.

Section 3: Line item financial plan required. A detailed line-item financial plan shall be prepared in support of the budget. The financial plan shall be used as a guideline and generally followed in implanting the budget.

Section 4: Property Tax Rate: There is hereby levied a property tax of $1.56 per $100 assessment for the purpose of funding municipal services.

This ordinance shall take effect (5) five days after final approval by the Council, the public welfare requiring it.

Mayor Keith Cardwell

PUBLIC NOTICETOWN OF RUTHERFORD

The second reading of the 2010-2011 Town of Rutherford budget will be July 26, 2010 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

INVITATION TO BIDPauline Whitwell will accept bids for the purchase of 83.8 acres + located at Vaughn Grove Rd, Trenton, Gibson County, Tennessee, being identified as tax map 96, parcel 011.00 and map 96, parcel 013.

A bid packet including a copy of the assessor’s map and information pages may be obtained at the office of Richard Gossum, 103 W. Court Square, Trenton, Tennessee between the hours of 9 A.M. to 12 Noon and 1 P.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday.

Bids will be accepted until 4:30 P.M. on August 12, 2010.

Bids should be sealed with “BID” clearly marked on the front and should be hand delivered to Richard Gossum’s office, 103 W. Court Square, Trenton, Tennessee

Bid opening will be August 13, 2010, at 10 A.M. at Richard Gossum’s office.

Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Courthouse clock repaired by jeweler from around 1901 was

replaced at that time. The second clock was replaced again around the year 2000 because of a lightning strike that occurred in 1998.

At that time (1998-2000), County Commissioner Ronnie Riley searched near and far to find a company that specialized in that type of work. Riley finally found the Verdin Company located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Verdin Company is a fifth generation, family business founded by two brothers who immigrated to Cincinnati from their native France. The Verdin brothers specialized in casting bells, building bell towers and clock towers in France, and brought their rare skill to America.

The Verdin Company stated they could not find a way to repair the second clock, and so replaced it with four clocks – one for each clock face. In 2005, lightning struck again and prompted the return of the Verdin Company.

At sometime during the era of the second clock (put in shortly after the 1941fire) the clockworks stopped running. At that time, as in Commissioner Riley’s case, there was trouble finding skilled craftsmen

to fix the clock. From time to time, there came this or that bright fellow who would make the winding, steep ascent to the lair of the sleeping clock, only to return without success from among the quiet cogs and silent gears. The creatures of the air made the quiet clock tower their home. The dusts and feathers of their comings and goings were the only stirrings in the high tower, besides the breath of the wind.

During the early 1960’s, there was a jeweler and watch repairman named Paul Brown, working near the court square. Each time he would come or go from his work, he could look up and see the grand timepiece with its hands unmoving, the voice of the bell quiescent, ringing now only across the airs and distance of memory.

Brown had garnered a fine reputation as a jeweler and watch repairman since his return from service in World War II. While serving his country, Brown had received a bad injury to his back. An injury that left him in continuous pain, with a limited choice of livelihood once he returned to civilian life and his wife, Pauline, whom he married in 1942.

Despite his bad back, Brown took work at the cotton mill on the late night shift. An opportunity arose for Brown to become an apprentice to jeweler and watch repairman, Herbert Flowers, who had a business in downtown Trenton. The apprenticeship position paid less than five dollars a week to start. Despite the meager wage, Brown jumped at the opportunity, and began a schedule that would have defeated a less determined person. He kept his job at the mill and took the apprentice job as well. As soon as his shift would end in the morning at the mill,

he would walk downtown to open the jewelry shop and work all day. After a few years, Brown had mastered the craft of becoming a jeweler and watch repairman. His fortunes improved to the point where he could bid farewell to the millwork. He had a fine eye for detail, a steady hand and an abundance of ability and determination. As the years progressed, so too did Brown’s reputation in his craft. He was known near and far and had customers who would come from Memphis and even more distant points to have Brown fix their watches and jewelry.

Brown became known as the man who could fix anything once he put his mind to it. He had revived timepieces that others had declared beyond all hope; had resurrected heirlooms and antiquities from their dark slumbers, drawing them forth like Lazarus yawning from the tomb.

Thus, it was inevitable that Paul Brown was sought out about the problem with the courthouse clock. Others had tried their hand at fixing the clock and had failed. The prospect of failure did not deter Brown from the challenge. His immediate difficulty was the fact that, with his severe back problems, he was not able to make the ascent through the courthouse roof, up the belfry ladder, and into the clock tower. Brown thought on that problem until he came up with the solution. A general on a battlefield sends scouts out in all directions to inform him of what is going on. They are his eyes and ears where he cannot hope to go on his own. With the details his scouts send him, he constructs a mental picture of what to do.

Paul’s youngest son, Wayne Brown, became a

scout for this venture. Paul’s brother, Robert Brown, was to become the other scout and supply the muscle for the job.

Wayne recollected that he had graduated from high school that year. He had been helping his father with watch repair and made the first trip up to the clock tower. “I went up to the tower to see if the clock could be brought down in one piece, or in parts. We didn’t know what we would find,” said Wayne. “The place was full of pigeon droppings. I don’t know how long the clock had been out of order, but pigeons had turned the place into a giant roost for a good while. I came down and reported to my dad every detail I could remember.

The next stages of the operation depended on Paul’s brother Robert. Robert was an electrician and worked for Milan Arsenal. He was a great climber and in very good health. He made the trips up to the clock and back down again describing everything he saw and answering Paul’s questions. Paul was building a picture of the clock and its parts in his mind so he would know how to take it apart and put it back together.”

Following Paul’s instructions, Robert made journeys up to the clock tower, removed different parts from the clock, and brought them down to Paul in the jewelry store. Here, sitting on his high stool at the jeweler’s bench, surrounded by his tools, Paul began deciphering the jigsaw puzzle of the clock that he had never actually seen assembled. After, a few days of sending his brother up and down the clock tower, Brown thought he had the problem resolved. What remained was to send Robert, back up the tower

with the repaired parts to reassemble.

On the day that Robert finished reassembling the clock in the tower and readjusting the hands on the clock faces, Wayne stood with his father Paul far below on the courthouse lawn. The news had spread up and down the square. Several other people had gathered around the courthouse, looking up, waiting to see what would happen. At the correct moment, Robert made the signal and someone turned on the electric current. The minute hands began their lazy march to mark the hour. When they touched on 12, the bell rang out the time. As Wayne looked at his father’s face, there was the hint of a smile there. With the clear booming of the bell, Wayne noticed more people looking out from shops. Some stepped out on the sidewalks and began visiting, commenting about the clock and bell that had for so long been silent.

Wayne turned back to enjoy the triumphant moment with his father, but Paul wasn’t there. Wayne spotted him across the courthouse lawn, moving back to the jewelry store, and the next watch that needed his attention.

Wayne commented, “That was just the way Dad was. He didn’t do anything for glory or attention. He never bragged or boasted about his accomplishments.”

Wayne’s older brother Bobby Brown added, “Our dad was a remarkable man. Everyone liked him, and he had a great sense of humor. No one ever had a bad thing to say about him for his entire life. Our mother also was a perfect match for our dad, and they were both very dedicated to each other and to family. Through all their 55 years of marriage they were dedicated to the family, and were always happy that way.”

Said Wayne, “When mom got sick before she passed away, Dad shut down his shop on High Street, and moved his business into a building behind their home on George Street so he could be there when she needed anything. Mom passed away in 1998, and Dad passed away in 2002 at the age of 83. If Bobby and I had searched all our lives for the perfect parents, we would have ended up with the parents we have.”

Bobby concluded, “That is right. We were very lucky to have had our mom and dad for parents. We are glad to share the story about Dad fixing the courthouse clock. I was away in service at the time and I only heard dad mention it a couple of times. That was just the way he was. He might have been satisfied with his accomplishments, but would have been embarrassed to have been treated like a hero, even though he was always a hero to us.”

MISTER FIX IT - Jeweler and watch repairman Paul Brown fixed the courthouse clock in the early 1960’s.

Stepfan Albea and wife, Kristin Michelle Albea to Richard Criswell, Jr. and wife, Wanda Criswell

Shannon Arnold f/k/a Shannon Rainey to Barbara Michelle Tolley – 13th CD

DTB Construction and Plumbing, Inc. to Jamey Bowers and wife, Dina Bowers – 1st CD

David T. Bunney and wife, Karla Bunney to Andrew Tiger and wife, Suzanne Tiger – 2nd CD

James B. Stewart and wife, Pattie Stewart to Joey H. Featherston and wife, Carol M. Featherston – 17th CD

Christopher R. Addison to Terry Petty and wife, Cheri Petty – 2nd CD

Dorothy Booth a/k/a Dorothy Nell Dennis to Jim

LenonLisa Ann Stott Silva,

Sherrie Lynn Stott Porter and Thomas J. Stott, by and through attorney-in-fact Rosemary Stott to Jimmy Porter – 5th CD

Thomas J. Stott, by and through attorney-in-fact Rosemary Stott to Jimmy Porter – 5th CD

Gary O. Flesher and wife, Virginia M. Flesher to Jenna Litton – 13th CD

Northpointe, Inc. d/b/a Northpointe Builders to William B. Martin, Jr. 2nd CD

Lydel F. Vinson and wife, Martha O. Vinson to David Keith Vinson and wife, Janet R. Vinson – 10th CD

Jack T. Turner and wife, Beverly Turner to Bryan Douglas Ferrell and wife,

Melissa Ferrell – 7th CDJoel McCaig to Jennifer L.

Jones – 21st CDJoyce Western Maples to

Paula R. Burns – 13th CDMichael S. Burton d/b/a

M S Burton Development to Jacob Bolton Properties – Medina

Kathryn M. Tucker to Stephen McCue and wife, Jessica McCue – 1st CD

Jimmy Garmany, Executor of the Estate of Morgan Garmany to Robert Hopper and wife, Carolyn Ann Hopper – 13th CD

Cynthia D. Pearson to Timothy Carl Campbell and wife, Meredith Campbell

– 12th CDJames H. Coleman to Clay

Rauchle – 13th CDRichard L. Foster and wife,

Gladis K. Foster to Tammy Abbott – 2nd CD

Anthony Melton to Laura K. Gantt and husband, Willie D. Gantt

Jerry E. Winberry and wife, Deborah Winberry, by and through attorney-in-fact Charles Patterson to Valerie G. Lewis and husband, Christopher K. Lewis – 2nd CD

Thomas Hopper d/b/a H&H Construction to John P. Alexander and wife, Michelle L. Alexander – 1st CD


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GCHS FIELD COMMANDERS - Leading the Pioneer again this year as field commanders are Brandon Jennings and Sarah Carroll.

MARCHING PIONEER SENIORS - Offering their leadership skills this year for the Marching Pioneers are seniors (front row) Chelsea Vanalstine, Ashley Sanders, Samantha Crews, Amber Simmons, Sarah Carroll, (second row) Cynthia Rodriquez, Candice Clifford, Katie Utter, Ashley Deeter, Abbey Streumph, Sara Jennings, JoBeth Turner, Brandon Jennings, (third row) Dalton Harrison, Tyler Thetford, Brian

Percussion Session and will bring about an exciting end to what should be considered a smooth flight!

The 2010 marching show was written by David Koelz of Hoover, Alabama. Mr. Koelz has written the award-winning shows for GCHS for four years . Helping to teach students all of their skills needed to play and march the show were the following staff: Andy Rein, Texas; Bethany Coffee, Lake Co. High School; Leah Jean Rollins, Trenton; Emily Brown, Medina Middle School; Lee Koelz, Millington-United States Navy Band; Mike Congiardo, Madison Academic High School-Jackson; Sid Barker, Lewis Co. High School; Joe Davis,

UT Martin; and Jillian Baxter, Doctoral Student-University of Georgia. Full time staff includes Jeremy Tate, Director; Eric Waldon, Assistant Director; Calyn Evans, Assistant Director; Sharon Lee, Drum Major Instructor; DeDe Johnson, Color Guard Instructor; Kurt Wouters, Color Guard Designer; Tico Parsons, Percussion Instructor and Arranger; and Matt Altabell, Percussion Instructor.

The band will be lead by 2010 Drum Majors Brandon Jennings and Sarah Carroll. Band Captains for this season are JoBeth Turner and Amber Simmons. Additional leadership staff includes: Guard Captains-Jessica Alexander, Leslie Hall and Haley Earls; Percussion Captains-Jon Michael Goodwin, Alex Crittendon and Abbey Streumph; Low Brass-Adam Wyatt and Samantha Crews; Clarinets-Audrey Todd; Flutes-Courtney Raspberry and Katie Utter; Saxophones-Tyler Thetford; French Horns-Sara Jennings; and Trumpets-Lauren Whitley.

Along with the traditional Friday night football games, the band will compete in the following venues: September 11-Ripley Marching

Invitational; September 18-GCHS Marching Contest (Host); September 25-WTSBOA-Jackson; October 2-UT Martin Skyhawk Invitational; October 9-Davy Crockett Parade (Exhibition) and Huntingdon Marching Invitational; October 23-Bandmasters Invitational (University of Memphis); October 30-Arkansas State University Invitational (Jonesboro); and November 6-Tennessee Division II State Championship (Independence High School, Thompsons’ Station, TN). 2010 football games will be: August 20-Humboldt; September 3-Ripley; September 10-Dresden (A); September 17-Milan (A); September 24-Lake County; October 1-Haywood (A); October 8-Westview; October 15-Crockett Co. (A); October 22-Obion Central (Senior Night).

The directors and staff would like to invite everyone to come see their exciting show this year while supporting both the Marching Pioneers and the GC Pioneers’ Football team and their new coach, Lee Atkins. “Fans in the stands” helps both the team and the band to play and perform to their fullest potential. Support GC!

GUARD CAPTAINS - GC color guard captains are Jessica Alexander, Leslie Hall, and Haley Earls.

SECTION LEADERS - Section leaders for the GCHS Marching Pioneers are (front row) Samantha Crews (low brass), Sara Jennings (French horns), Katie Utter (flutes), Audrey Todd (clarinets) (back row) Courtney Raspberry (flutes), Lauren Whitley (trumpets), Adam Wyatt (low brass), and Tyler Thetford (saxophones).

PERCUSSION SECTION LEADERS - Leading the percussion section this year are Jon Michael Goodwin (battery captain), Abbey Streumph (front ensemble captain), and Alex Crittendon (overall percussion captain).

Armstrong, Courtney Raspberry, and Lauren Whitley.

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