Tri-City Reporter July 6 2011

Dyer, Kenton hold Fourth of July celebrations

TRI-CITY REPORTERVOL. 119, NO. 27 WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 2011 DYER, TENNESSEE $1.00

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Fun on the Fourth

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Gibson Co. tax rates below many neighbors

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Work on Expo Center progresses

Confederate Memorial Plaza holds cannon dedication

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Dyer lowers water, sewer base rates

DSC ROYALTY - Dyer Station Celebration Hostes Princess Mallarie Riffe (center) rode in the Dyer parade with royalty Rheannah Young (left) and Emily Oliver (right). Madison McBride is not pictured.

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BY RHONDA CASEYThe Expo Center site is

looking better than ever thanks to some experienced men who have put a lot of hours and hard work into the project. The anticipated outside arena and concession area are soon to be a reality.

The first annual rodeo will be held on August 12th and 13th of this year, rain or shine.

The site has been modified and dirt has been redistributed to make run off more efficient. Erosion has been a great concern, especially at the back hill of the site. Hill Rodgers has surveyed and planned the process so that erosion will no longer be an issue. Hill along with Randy Parham, Phil Cooper and other volunteers has been diligently working on the road and outdoor arena site.

BY MICHAEL ENOCHSThe Sons of Confederate Veterans, General Otho

French Strahl, Camp 176, of Union City conducted it’s first Sesquicentennial Civil War event with a dedication of it’s newly installed M1841, 6 pound, smooth-bore cannon replica at the Parks Cemetery Ridge Confederate Memorial Plaza near Trimble, Tennessee on Saturday, June 25, at 2 p.m.

The cannon is built on a scale of 125 percent larger than the original cannon that was widely used by both

the Union and Confederate armies. Lifetime SCV member William H. Parks II, in honor

of his wife, Merion Spence Parks, donated the cannon to the Memorial Plaza. Mr. Parks also donated the land and a large portion of the financial backing for the Confederate Memorial Plaza.

There was a large crowd on hand for the dedication ceremony as well as several speakers and officials. Four Heritage organizations were present including

RECEPTION HONORS NORTON - Kenton Mayor Virginia Davidson and County Mayor Tom Witherspoon visited with Kenton Grand Marshal Robert Norton during a reception held last week in his honor at First State Bank.

BY STEVE SHORTGibson County

Commissioners will vote on a new 2011-12 budget when legislators meet in Trenton Monday morning, July 11 at 9 a.m. at the Ed Jones Agricomplex.

General Fund revenues are projected at $13,736,775 and expenditures at $15,085,250, a deficit of $1,348,475 during the year.

$200,000 is set aside for industrial recruitment and $200,000 allocated for 3% pay raises for county employees,

The tax rate would stay at 94 cents per $100 assessed property, with 74 cents allocated for General Fund, 12 cents for Highway-Public Works, and 8 cents for Debt Service.

The 2011-12 General Fund budget has a deficit of about $1.35 million. Budget Chairman Butch Shelton and Budget Director Lanita VanDyke said the county is expected to have a positive fund balance of $2.1 million on June 30, 2012.

The county’s estimated General Fund balance for

Vote on county budget is July 11th

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BY CINDY EASTThe towns of Dyer and Kenton both celebrated

the Fourth of July with parades, fireworks and a variety of activities that began last week.

Dyer Station Celebration began with opening ceremonies for its 27th celebration on June 29th. The event was held at the Dyer VFW. Dyer’s First Lady Betty Rose Thompson gave the welcoming comments and Richard Reed gave the opening prayer. Dyer Boy Scout Troop 243 raised the flag followed by Veronica Richards flawlessly singing the ‘Star Spangled Banner.’

Kareen Griffin recognized all the veterans in attendance and spoke about how America has always fought for freedoms, whether our own or in aid to other countries. Mayor Walton ‘Sam’ Thompson thanked everyone for coming and urged people to invite family and friends to come visit Dyer and celebrate our country and the town during the Dyer Station Celebration.

Rachel Schulze, of Trenton, was quite impressive as she recited a portion of the Declaration of Independence from memory.

The guest speaker for opening ceremonies was Dyer’s own Tommy Denson, who served in the National Guard for 36 years and completed two tours of duty in Iraq before retiring. He currently works for the National Guard as a civilian.

D e n s o n commented on Dyer’s 27 years of celebrations. “This is a remarkable

event for a town so small. I applaud the committee for their hard work. But this celebration is not just about ice cream, parades and fireworks. It should also be about soldiers who serve this country. There should never be a day that goes by that we don’t honor our brave men and women who gave us the right of freedom. We will never forget those who serve, have served or will serve in the armed forces. God bless all of our armed forces. And God bless Dyer, the best little town in all the USA,” said Denson.

The 2011 Dyer Station Celebration Hostess Princess Mallorie Riffe said, “It is an honor to represent Dyer as your 2011 hostess princess. I would like to invite everyone to come join in the celebration events planned.”

Marilyn Williamson with the Greater Gibson County Chamber of Commerce said. We are truly

BY STEVE SHORTHow do Gibson Co.

tax rates compare with neighboring counties?

County Commissioners received charts in June showing a “County by County Tax Breakdown” and comparisons of property tax and wheel tax rates for 11 counties.

The charts show Gibson Co. property tax and wheel tax rates lower than most neighboring counties. The comparisons do not include school or municipal taxes for any counties.

Property TaxProperty Tax rates:

Crockett Co. $1.80, Henderson Co. $1.53, Weakley Co. $1.52, Madison Co. $1.43, Dyer Co. $1.31, Haywood Co. $1.39, Tipton Co. $1.23, Carroll Co. $1.10, GIBSON COUNTY $0.94, Henry Co. $0.80, Obion Co. $0.77.

Wheel TaxWheel Tax fees:

Henderson Co. $83, Crockett Co. $70, Haywood Co. $61, Dyer Co. $60.15, Tipton Co. $60, Carroll Co. $55, Obion Co. $40, Weakley Co. $40, GIBSON

The Dyer City Council voted on the second readings of two ordinances to lower water and sewer base rates this past June 27 during a regularly scheduled meeting.

The base fee across the board for water dropped by $9.85 and use per 100 gallons rose two cents. The base fee across the board for sewer services dropped by between $8 (for outside corporate limits) and $8.25 (inside corporate limits) and use per 100 gallons rose by 14 cents.

The new water rates are: all water furnished by the city shall be measured or estimated in gallons to the nearest multiple of 10 and shall be furnished under the rates: per month, inside corporate limits - $14.40 per month base fee; $.27 per 100 gallons of usage plus sales tax as provided by law; and per month, outside corporate limits - $16.40 per month base fee; $.27 per 100 gallons of usage plus sales tax as provided by law; and per month, inside corporate limits Commercial - $15.40 per month base fee; $.27 per 100 gallons of usage

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I came across an eye popping statistic the other day, one I’m surprised we don’t hear more about. Here it is, one hundred sixty-three million. That’s the number of pregnancies ended by abortions over the last 30 years for the sole reason that the baby about to be born would have been female.

That’s right, in many cultures the preference for male children is so strong that couples expecting children routinely seek ultrasound verification of the sex of their pending child, and it they find they are about to have a daughter, it’s off to the abortionist.

Surely that gives pause to the multiculturalism crowd. Multiculturalism, as nearly everyone knows, is one of the false gods we now worship in the United States. It argues that all cultures are equal expressions of the human condition. Some people, even here in West

Tennessee, suggest that many of these invading cultures are, in fact, superior to ours. We are frequently told by teachers, politicians, media people and ministers that we should have a multicultural mind set.

But when we read the news, we find that some terrible things are going on in some of the other cultures to which we are supposed to give full faith and credit. Take the treatment of women by many other cultures, for example. How can any rational, moral person excuse the killing of millions and millions and millions of unborn children just because they would have been little girls? One hundred sixty-three million; that’s more than all the women and girls in America. Think about the ramifications of allowing that to happen.

In nature, 105 boy babies are born for every 100 girls. The reason is that boys live

more dangerous lives than girls do, and there have to be more boy babies born in order for there to be an even number when they reach adulthood. This is true across all societies, and has always been true, and is still true where people don’t practice sex selective abortion.

But the birth statistics are hopelessly skewed in some countries. In India, for example, 112 boys are born for every 100 girl babies. In China the number is 121, and in many Chinese towns and cities the rate is as high as 150. In one city, the ratio is 163 to a hundred. These skewed birth statistics mean that as many as 30 million of today’s Chinese boys won’t be able to find wives when they are of marriageable age. No one wants a daughter in some of these cultures; they want daughters-in-law for their sons, but they are too short sighted to know that you can’t have daughters-in-law without daughters.

So what’s going to happen? It’s already happening. There has been a spike of sex trafficking and bride buying in Asia for starters. Men from richer countries, like Korea and China, go to poorer countries, like Vietnam, and poach young women, some of whom are sold by their parents.

And that’s only part of

the problem of too many men. Anyone who has read any history at all knows that surplus males are always trouble, particularly when they are poor. Throughout history, from ancient Rome to the 19th Century American West, societies that have had a surplus of single males have been inherently violent and unstable. Virtually every historian and sociologist who has looked at the situation is predicting that the coming flood of low status young adult men with virtually no chance at forming a family are going to be a huge problem. They will be much more prone to improve their situations through violent and criminal behavior.

Marriage, as every criminologist knows, makes men more peaceable. It makes them less likely to violate the law and reduces

violence. Bachelorhood, on the other hand, has just the opposite effect, and that’s why the countries that practice sex selective abortion are in for a rough time when these millions of angry, unmarriageable men figure out just how hopeless their situation is.

They might just turn against the government. They might turn to lives of crime, or they might join the ranks of terrorist groups such as al Qa’eda.

And guess what; immigrant populations from these countries living in the United States are also becoming gender imbalanced. One reason is that immigrant populations in this country often are still so connected to their mother cultures that they feel much more Muslim, or Hindu, or Mexican, or British, or whatever, than they feel

like Americans. They live as if they are tiny diasporas, people whose hearts and homes are elsewhere.

And slowly, but surely, our national culture is dissolving, not so much from invading cultures but because we are encouraging, some would say insisting, that it happen. We are committing cultural, and ultimately national, suicide. “When I watch the news,” I heard a friend say the other day, “I no longer recognize my country.”

Of course he doesn’t, because a nation that throws away its national culture ceases to be a nation. It isn’t race or religion or ethnicity that makes a nation; it is having a shared national culture. That’s what makes a nation.

And trying to have many cultures is guaranteed to tear one apart.

GRAND MARSHAL NORTON RECEPTION - Kenton 1st State Bank employees hosted a reception in honor of 2011 Grand Marshal Robert Norton.

KENTON BUSINESS OPEN HOUSE - Kenton businesses held open houses all over town last Thursday in conjunction with the White Squirrel Homecoming Festival. There were plenty of refreshments and special sales. Bill Sanderson (photo above left) visits with Rhonda Sanders, Janet Ring, Rana Jaradot and Summer Jaradot at C.W. Sanderson’s. Tina Forbes (above right photo) serves Amber Replogle refreshments at Kenton Drug Co.

NORTON RECEPTION - Robbie Eddings pins a corsage on her father’s label at the reception for Grand Marshal Robert Norton at 1st State Bank.

SALON 107 - Candace White serves Macy Chandler punch at Salon 107.

HAIR PLUS - Wendy Jewell visits with Saige Jackson and Anna Clair Griggs during the open house.

KENTON BUSINESS OPEN HOUSE- Randy Rochelle and Carolyn Miesner at Kenton Chevrolet serve cookies and punch.

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the United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Sons of the American Revolution, and the Order of the Confederate Rose. In addition there was music, Confederate re-enactors, a cannon fire/musket salute, and a color guard.

The ceremony opened with a dedication of the flag program with the presentation of colors by SCV Camp 323 of Dresden and a flag ceremony by SCV Camp 323 Sergeant At Arms, Randy Bryant. There was the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag followed by a salute to the Confederate flag.

George Butler, Pastor of the Trimble Cumberland Presbyterian Church, gave the invocation; which was followed by the welcome speech given by Bill Foster, Commander of the Colonel Jeffery Forrest Brigade of the SCV. Payton Foster gave the SCV charge and Allen Nohsey of SCV Camp 176 gave recognition of Merion Spence Parks.

The guest speaker for the event was Barbara Marthal. Marthal is a storyteller, dancer, writer, educator, musician, amateur historian, genealogist and Civil War re-enactor.

She said, “I am a

June 30, 2011 is $3.44 million.

According to charts presented to County Commissioners, the largest allocations in the 2011-12 General Fund budget are for Public Safety ($4.5 million) and Public Health and Welfare ($3.24 million). $1.45 million is allocated for courts and Administration of Justice.

Other large areas and allocations: Finance - $1.173 million; General

The site looks like a part of the bypass when you see the great work they have done raising the road. Gravel is being ordered and the arena site is being leveled. Concrete is being poured for the concession stand to be set on. We have contacted many of you in hope that you would help us sponsor the rodeo. We are amazed and very appreciative of all the support you have shown.

Sponsorship packages and program ads are being sold now. We are raising money so we can support the rodeo and give you the opportunity to advertise your businesses. We are also using senior ads for those students who will be graduating in 2012.

You can put in memory pages like the

one we are doing for Kenneth McDaniel. We are planning an exciting event for everyone.

During the rodeo there will be a contest for Mr. and Ms. Cowboy/Cowgirl for those 10 years and under. There will be a gold rush for kids and a lot of entertainment for the rest of us. We hope you will plan on attending and showing your support for the communities for Gibson County.

Everyone will see some benefit from this event and events to follow. In order to get to the site in Dyer, you will pass through other parts of Gibson County. That means Trenton and Humboldt will see folks coming through and spending money. People in Kenton and Rutherford will have some extra visitors through there too.

Milan, Medina, Gibson and Bradford will be another route people will take to get to us.

This is an event that we hope will help everyone in county get ahead a little faster. This project is not being done to benefit any member of the board of Friends of Gibson County. It is being done to help everyone in Gibson County. There are only three of the board members that ride horses. The rest of us just want to have some fun and bring some greatly needed revenue into this area.

Please get involved with us so we can make the Expo Site a place for everyone to enjoy. Contact us at 731-414-5186 or 731-697-9391.

Donations or advertising requests can be mailed to Expo Center, P.O. Box 424, Trenton, TN 38382.

professional storyteller, graduate of Fisk University, with a major in Sociology, and minor in Anthropology. I have a Masters of Education with a concentration in Reading and Story Arts from East Tennessee State University.

Marthal stated, “As re-enactor, my name is Abigail and my stories are inspired by historical texts and my own family research. The purpose of my stories is to provide a glimpse into the daily lives of slaves and free people of color in the southern states that goes beyond the one-dimensional image of victimization. Through these stories I focus on a people who had their own unique sense of self and shared with all humanity the same dreams of hope, love and community for themselves and their families.”

Her speech was, ‘Paradox, Sacrifice, Honor, and Freedom.’

After the unveiling of the cannon, there was a musket salute and an artillery salute by re-enactor Unit 7th Tennessee Dismounted Cavalry, Company B under the command of Lt. Colonel Billy Alton and Sergeant Major James Sharp of Bankheads’ Battery.

After the black powder smoke had cleared, the guest speaker, Barbara Marthal

sang “Dixie”, and there was the Laying of the Wreath by Jan Hensley, President of the Order of the Confederate Rose.

In the closing of the ceremony, the Retiring of the Colors was done as State Representative Bill Sanderson played ‘Taps.’

Vote on $15M county Government - $1.249 million; Transfer to Solid Waste - $22,493; Other Operations - $2.469 million; Agriculture and Natural Resources - $272,671; Social, Cultural and Recreation - $687,429.

The ten largest General Fund expenditures by department: Ambulance-EMS $2.316 million; County Jail - $1.984 million; Sheriff Dept. $1.950 million; Airport $827,239; Employee Benefits $750,872; Liability

Insurance $584,988; County Clerk’s Office $558,721; Senior Citizens Assistance Center $505,389; County Buildings $488,869; and Other Local Health Services $395,789.

Some of these departments generate revenues to offset expenses. Grant funds also cover some expenses.

The General Fund is separated from some other operations, including the Highway Department which projects spending of about $5.7 million this fiscal year.

COUNTY $35, Henry Co. $34, Madison Co. 0.

Other TaxesGibson Co. residents also

pay property taxes to school districts and, if they reside within a municipality, city and possibly fire protection tax.

Trenton residents, for example, pay the 94-cent

county property tax, a $1.54 city tax, and a $2.13 school district tax, a total rate of $4.61 cents. But only 20% of that tax rate is the county tax.

Overall property tax rates for Gibson Co. residents (county, city, school district, fire): Trenton $4.61, Dyer $4.43, Bradford $4.38, Medina $4.36, Rutherford

MANNING THE CANNON – Taking the stations for firing on the M1841 six-pounder replica cannon dedicated at the Parks Cemetery Ridge Confederate Memorial Plaza are: (front row from left) Lt. Col. Billy Alton and Sgt. Major James Sharp and (back row from left) Private Scott Parker and Brevet Corporal Brett Alton.

GUEST SPEAKER - Guest speaker Barbara Marthal dressed in period costume for her speech at the Confederate Cannon Dedication.

EXPO SITE – The Gibson County Expo site has been modified and dirt has been redistributed to make run off more efficient and stop erosion. Gravel has being ordered and the arena site is being leveled. Concrete will soon be poured for the concession stand to be set on. The first rodeo will be held for August 12 and 13.

$4.30, Kenton $4.21, Milan $4.11, Humboldt $3.88, Gibson $3.74, Yorkville $3.32, rural county residents $2.74.

All county residents owning vehicles also pay an annual wheel tax fee of $35 per vehicle and state registration fees. Milan residents add a $10 vehicle sticker tax.

plus sales tax as provided by law; and per month, outside corporate limits Commercial - $17.40 per month base fee; $.27 per 100 gallons of usage plus sales tax as provided by law.

The forgoing schedule of rates and charges shall apply only to single dwellings or commercial units. Where two or more dwelling units are served from a common meter, such as an apartment building, the total monthly consumption shall be divided between the number of dwelling units serviced, for computation of applicable brackets, and each dwelling unit served will be computed according to the forgoing schedule. The minimum charge shall apply to each dwelling unit served. The charges and rates to be made against any industry requiring a minimum of 1,000,000 gallons of water per month may negotiate its rate with the city council.

The new sewer rates are the following: sewer service charges shall be collected from the persons billed for water services to any premises with an accessible sanitary sewer at the rate in the following schedule: per month, inside corporate limits - $10.25 per month base fee; $.39 per 100 gallons of metered water usage; and per month, outside corporate limits - $12.25 per month base fee; $.39 per 100 gallons of metered water usage. All industrial and commercial users of the system shall be subject to negotiation provided in the sewer use ordinance.

The rate changes are reflected in the present water and sewer bills issued on each first day of each month.

Two other ordinances were also approved by the city council on their second reading; the first being the property tax ordinance that will keep property tax rates at the same level as last year, and the second being the annual city budget.

During the visitors’ section of the meeting, Rhonda Casey, representative of the Friends of Gibson County, advised the board that her organization would be holding a rodeo on August 12th and August 13th.

The organization has already raised about $12,000 towards the rodeo. Casey presented plans for the rodeo, progress made toward the rodeo, and demographics about the rodeos.

Jackie Burns spoke on behalf of Full Deliverance Ministries. He asked permission from the board to have an outdoor gospel concert on August 20, 2011 by the Mini Park area from about 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be singing and concessions. This would be a new event.

During department reports, Chief Brad Lindsey advised that the two new police vehicles had been purchased and that they are at Area Wide Communications getting equipment installed.

In the Street Department Report, Steven Tucker advised that the water line had been lowered to facilitate the railroad extension. A Bac-T sample has been taken and as soon as the results of the test are known, the water line once again be turned on.

In the Finance Department Report, City Recorder Jason Griggs advised that the board had budgeted $20,000 in wholesale beer tax revenue for fiscal year 2010-2011. Actual revenues received were $25,234. Griggs stated that he had been asked to report on this for the possibility of applying the surplus revenues to the Fire Department building principal debt.

Griggs also stated that he had received the quitclaim deed for 130 Poplar Grove Road. The city can now maintenance the property and the board can work towards a decision as to what to do with this property.

In the Water and Sewer Department Report, Randy Gregory advised that Roy Corley had completed the State’s Sanitation Survey and the results had been given. Gregory advised that the city received an excellent score of 99. One corrective measure was reported in the survey; the city needs to install an approved backflow preventer device at the wastewater plant. The city must be in compliance by September 30, 2011.

Gregory also stated that a valve at the water plant is leaking. Repair costs will be approximately $650.00. Higdon Electric will also have to adjust the controller after the repairs are completed.

In the Fire Committee Report, Nathan Reed advised that one of the tankers has a leak and it will be fixed soon.

In the Health Committee Report, Roger Gray advised that letters had been mailed to owners of unkept properties. Gray asked the will of the board concerning citing these property owners into city court that had been mailed a letter and are still not in compliance. The board agreed to begin citing these property owners.

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Commodity food distribution dates for July are:

Bradford: July, 8 at 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Milan: July 12, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Humboldt: July, 14 at 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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Kenton, Medina, Gibson and Dyer: July, 19 at 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Rutherford: July 19, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Yorkville: July 19, 8 a.m. only

Trenton: July 22 at 8 a.m. – 11 a.m.

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When you’re ready, please read I John 3:10. In NKJV and KJV. First John 3:10 begins with this phrase “In this” In the sovereignty of God He gave us a choice He did that in the beginning. Adam had a choice, why? Without choice, man couldn’t be obedient. Without obedience man couldn’t love God, He wants us to choose to obey His words. He wants each one to turn to Him.

Without choice man couldn’t be disobedient. The devil and his cohorts want us to disobey. All temptations deceit, and trickery come from evils. All good things come from Father God (James 1:17). Man chooses every day whom he will serve.

“He who sins is of the devil, for the devil has sinned from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested that He night destroy the works of the devil.” I John 3:8 NKJV. God has a plan for good, the devil’s plan is always evil, These plans are always going on since the beginning

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great understanding of that word “beginning.” In verse 5, John wrote that Jesus was “manifested to take away our sins.” In verse 8, John explained that the devil started sin but Jesus was “manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil.”

Now if you have been reading with me for a few weeks you know that I’ve been giving my testimony: Before I committed my life to Christ I compared myself to others that was and is still the devil’s work and I let him do it. If he can get someone to compare sins rather than repent of sin then he hinders the purpose of Christ. When someone believes doubt rather htan believing by faith in God, they hinder the work of God (Psalm 78:41). This is man’s doings, these are man’s choices. From the beginning, mankind has had choices. God is sovereign: He will not remove His law of choice as long as the earth remains (Genesis 8:22).

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July has arrived and we are in the midst of celebrating Independence Day. We have so much to celebrate in our nation of freedom. The greatest event to honor is the freedom we have made possible by the sacrifice of Jesus for our eternal forgiveness.

We had several visitors at Bethpage Sunday. The Georgia Ledsinger family were visiting the Griggs family and the Indiana Perryman family were visiting the Brown family and Tennessee Perryman family. Zach Cochran had a birthday and had to take up an impromptu collection to pay his money. During announcements, he reported on the FCA camp he helped with last week. It must have been a great experience for many young people as they are hearing stories of kids having the courage to share Jesus with their friends.

Jo and Janice opened the service with “Statue of Liberty” on the instruments and call to worship was “Holy, Holy, Holy.” Bro. James sermon text was Matt 16:13-16. Following his message, he and the deacons served the Lord’s supper and we closed with the song “The Family of God”. It was good to be in the house of the Lord.

All the local churches met at the Kenton Gym for a joint worship Sunday evening. The gym should have been packed out but those who were not there missed a wonderful service. Our veterans were honored and there were representatives of all branches of the military in attendance except Coast Guard.

Patriotic music and Christian music was performed. Natalie Taylor,

our pastor’s wife, surprised us all by playing the National Anthem on her trumpet. We didn’t even know she could play a trumpet but she did a great job. Seems she taught herself. Bro James preached the message on National Patriotism and Christian Patriotism.

On Saturday the Mason Hall Community Club hosted a reunion of the old Mason Hall School. There was a huge crowd that attended and enjoyed visiting and renewing old acquaintances. Maybe someone will report on more details from this event.

Many of us lost a good and old friend when Betty Jane Kemp Sims passed away last week following a long difficult illness. What a sweet and smart lady she was, always sharing and caring.

Sympathy is extended to the family of Bruce Lane. Also the L C Nichols family has our sympathy.

Those of you who knew our sweet sister, June will be rejoicing with us that she spent her first Sunday in Heaven yesterday. She passed away on the 23rd following a long and very hard decline in health.

All her brothers and sisters were able to travel to Millington for her celebration of “homegoing”.

Thanks for all your prayers and concerns. She is finally home with our Heavenly Father and our earthly mother and father.

Ephesians 1:11, In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will.

God bless you all and God bless America.

Nineteen Golden Agers entered the fellowship area of Dyer FBC Wednesday, June 29 to the strains of rousing patriotic music provided by Kenny McEwen from his elaborate sound system.

Having just returned fro the mission trip to Ecuador, President Jerry Legg welcomed everyone as he expressed his gladness of his American home and its freedoms, unique among the many countries he had visited as he has sought to spread the word of Jesus’ salvation for all.

He reported that 400 had received this salvation in the areas of Quito, Ecuador, where he and the other 22 Dyer FBC team members had witnessed. Additionally 500 had received helps in the health clinic provided, which included eyeglasses for mature eyes who could no longer read because the people there did not have resources to buy glasses with magnifying lens. He reported also that many of the most satisfying activities involved the charming children. But he expressed

happiness to be back to the USA for July 4.

Elizabeth McKnight led the group in Prayer for those needing which included Josh Wilson, Steve Barron who is improving, Kenny Joe Roberts, Jean Wilson, Janet Legons and Alice Curtis.

The patriotic theme of the morning extended through the songs led by Kenny which included “My Country ‘Tis of Thee,” “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” and his solo “God bless America.”

Brother Michael Barnett, minister of youth and children chose verses from 1 Samuel 4 to deliver his devotional concerning the necessity of relying on God and not going our own way in our life’s plans. God promised the Israelites that He would help them conquer the land of Canaan, but each time they chose to go their own way they were soundly defeated with heavy losses. We have been promised victories in our lives, but we must follow Him in order to claim those victories.

Allison & Steven PitcherBaby boy born 6/30/11Laurin & Jacob RushBaby girl born 6/25/11

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Mary Elizabeth Ferrell and Derek Jamison Bailey will exchange vows on July 23, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Milan, TN.

Mary is the daughter of Rex Ferrell and the late Wendy Hull Ferrell. She is a 2003 graduate of Milan High School. She is currently employed at Transplace in Lowell, AR.

Derek is the son of Terry Bailey and Rosie Cannon, both of Trenton, TN. He graduated in 2004 from Gibson County High

School. He attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where he received his bachelor’s degree in Political Science. He is currently employed with Unilever in Rogers, AR.

Their wedding ceremony will take place on July 23, 2011 at 4:30 in the afternoon at First Baptist Church in Milan, TN. The reception will immediately follow in the Family Life Center at the church. All family and friends are invited to attend.

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ELYSE TURNS ONE - Elyse Paige Cunningham celebrated her 1st birthday on July 1st. She is the daughter of Chad and Tabatha Cunningham of Dyer. She has 5 siblings Chad II, Houston, Jon-Austin, Highland and Braeden Cunningham. Her grandparents are Dennis Cunningham and Becky Ford Cunningham.

Keely Mill By Diane Hamlin

Our Sunday morning services began with everyone singing the hymn “Onward, Christian Soldiers.” William McDonald opened services in prayer being thankful that we can praise and worship the Lord freely. We all dismissed to our Sunday school classes.

Christy Skelton opened the adult class in prayer and did a good job teaching us our lesson, “Never Say It’s Hopeless,” from Jeremiah 16-18. The Lord is willing and able to remake flawed lives. Janice Chrisman closed us in prayer.

Our Sunday morning worship hour began with all of us standing and saluting the American Flag as we said the Pledge of Allegiance together.

Elaine Fields played the piano and Mike Fields lead us in our opening hymns “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “My Country, Tis of Thee.” Bro. John Fields opened in prayer.

Bro. Steve welcomed everyone and made many announcements. Many praise reports were given. We had a special time of recognizing our military and their families as they stood and told of how they had served our country for its freedom.

Bro. John Fields blessed us with our special music as he sang “I Want to Spend My Life Mending Broken People.” Children’s church was dismissed to Jennifer Fields.

Bro. Steve’s morning message, “Commitment and Sacrifice,” was from

John 10:14-18. William McDonald dismissed services in prayer as the hymn “Just As I Am” was sung.

Our Sunday night services began with the hymn “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Keith Hamlin opened us in prayer. We dismissed to our discipleship training classes.

Mike Fields opened the adult class in prayer and did a good job teaching us our lesson Paul and Silas praising God through pain. Acts 16:25. In the midst of their pain and trouble, Paul and Silas praised God. They didn’t cry or moan about it or even seek a listening ear to tell their grievances. They sang praises to God. William McDonald closed us in prayer.

Our Sunday night worship began with Elaine Fields playing the piano and Mike Fields leading us in the hymns “Count Your Blessings” and “Great Is Thy Faithfulness.”

Bro. Steve blessed us with our special music by singing “The Cross is my Statue of Liberty.” We were blessed by Bro. Tim, as he shared his testimony with us.

We dismissed singing the hymn “His Way With Thee.”Several stayed after services and enjoyed a Fourth of July celebration of ice cream, fun and fellowship.We thank the Lord for visitors we had on Sunday.

Read your Bibles this week and be thankful for our military. keelymillbaptistchurch.com and facebook.


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North Union By Connie Cooper

GC MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Gibson County Memorial Library will be having a

Board Meeting at 10 a.m. July 12,2011 at Trenton City Hall call 855-1991 for more information.

Lowrance Chapel By Jerry Bell

KSSD TO MEETThe Board of Trustees of the Kenton Special School

District will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on July 12, 2011 at 6 p.m. at the Kenton School. The agenda will include a discussion and board action on a resolution requesting the City of Kenton, Tennessee to issue a Twelve-Year Capital Outlay Note in order to finance the construction of a tornado safe-room for the school.

We celebrated another day of worship and praise to God as we came together on the first day of the week. It was a joyful celebration as we remember the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Great News! Brother James White has returned home from the hospital and nursing home. He is presently staying at his son’s house in Rutherford. We thank God and pray that he will soon be able to be back and worship with us. His wife, Peggy still remains in the Dyer Nursing Home.

Our lesson was taken from Luke 10:25-37. Jesus was teaching His disciples, and a certain Scribe (Lawyer) stood up tempting Him by asking a question saying, “Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? Jesus answered, “What is written in the law? How does it read? The man says, “You should love God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind, and love your neighbor as yourself.” Jesus told him that he had answered correctly and for him to do this and he would live. Jesus begins teaching with a parable about “The Good Samaritan.” (A parable is an “earthly story with a heavenly meaning.”) Jesus used many parables as he taught the people about God. In this story there was a certain man going from Jerusalem down to Jericho.

As he began his journey he came upon thieves who robbed him, stripped his clothes, and beat him almost to the point of death. As he lay there a certain priest came along, saw him, and passed by on the other side. Soon after a Levite came upon the man and just looked at him and passed by on the other side. But a certain Samarian

as he journeyed saw the man that had been robbed, beaten and almost dead and had compassion on him. He went to him and began to bind up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine. He put him upon his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him. When morning came he gave the innkeeper some money, and asked him to take care of him until he returned. He also told him that he would pay any other charges necessary on his return journey. Then Jesus asked the man, “Which now of these three, do you think was neighbor unto him that fell among the thieves? And the man said to Jesus, He (Samaritan) that showed mercy on him, “Go and do likewise.”

The Samaritans were hated by the Jews and would have nothing to do with them. The man who was beaten, robbed and left for dead was probably a Jew, yet two of his fellow countrymen would not lift a finger to help him. The Samaritan should have been the least of the three who would have stopped to help another Jew, a foreigner from a rival group! He did not know who this man was, but simply that he needed help. In this story Jesus makes the Samaritan the hero. The tragedy of our world today is that it is drained of love. Do we truly love our neighbor as we love ourselves? Would one of us stop and do what the Good Samaritan did for this man? Some might do like the priest and Levite, just pass by on the other side. Do we love God enough to do as He asks of us so that we too can inherit eternal life? I hope that we all will think very seriously about this lesson Jesus taught for us to learn.

GCSSD BOARD TO MEETThe Gibson County Special School District Board

of Trustees will have the regular scheduled meeting on Thursday, July 14th in Gibson County High School at 6:30pm.

New Hope By Shirley Hooper

Sunday morning we were delighted to welcome our Iowa missionaries home. They shared lots of interesting experiences.

The patriotic music was special. Amy Powell blessed us singing “Jesus, Christ, the way, the light.”

Brother Corey Meggs preached on “Will You Heed the Call” from Acts 16:6-15, calling our attention tot he Macedonian call. Will you answer God’s call in your life?

Sunday evening Brother Corey spoke on “When God moves” from II Chronicles, chapters 29 and 30. Hezekiah cleaned up the temple, warned the people to be spiritually prepared and be willing to do what God Directs.

Did you answer last weeks Bible puzzle? It is “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.” Matthew 24:35; Mark 13:31, Luke 21:33. The same with variation, “The grass withereth the flower fadeth,

but the word of God shall stand forever,” Isaiah 40:8, I Peter 1:24 and 25 and Luke 16:17. KJV.

Our Bible puzzle this week is, 2 in animation objects clap their hands, what are they and where? Answer next week.

Laneview Baptist ChurchWe had another wonderful

day in God’s house this past Sunday. We enjoyed one special by Thomas Reynolds and another by Johnny Cavender.

Bro. Brent Petty filled the pulpit again this Sunday as our pastor and family were still on vacation. Our founding fore-fathers knew the importance of trusting in God and following His leadership. Why are we allowing so many things that have to do with God to be taken away?

Our nation is headed down a dangerous path. When we begin to turn our backs on God and start serving earthly gods we are headed for destruction. America has so much to be thankful for. We do not

need to take our blessings for granted.

God can take away His glory. It is time too take back our nation. It begins by falling on our knees and asking for forgiveness. We then need to start living and acting as true believers of Christ. When He speaks we need to listen, when He leads we need to follow. Humble yourselves before God. Psalms 33:12 “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people

He chose for His inheritance.” Upcoming Events: Youth Trip July 15-16. VBS July 25-29.

Please remember our sick. Trust in God’s Guidance it’s free all you have to do is ask!

REVIVAL SERVICESDyer Cumberland Presbyterian Church

July 10th through July 13th

7:00 p.m. each nightRevival Speaker - Rev. James (Jimmy) Cantey(former pastor who now pastors Elmiran Cumberland

Presbyterian Church in Longview, Texas)

Special Choir Music Each EveningRev. Johnny Watson, Pastor of the

Dyer CP Church invites everyone to come and enjoy the fellowship together!

The Grapevine By Sarah Skinner

What a wonderful 4th of July we had at Kenton. Our hats are off and many thanks to Angela and Megan Sandford and the White Squirrel Committee. It started on Thursday evening and ended on Monday the 4th with the best parade ever, street dance in the Gym and beautiful fireworks at 10 a.m.

There were several family reunions held the weekend. The John M. Brooks family had a three-day event. They were in Trenton Friday night, Milan on Saturday, and Dyer on Monday. Carl Brooks, and wife of Texas, Jim and Evelyn Wyatt of Indiana, Luck. Teresa and Kia of Nashville and several others were home for the event.

The Mays family held their reunion at the Youth Center in Kenton on Saturday. Evangaline (Cookie) Mays and her family along with Dwayne Mitchell of Erie, PA., Dr. Kerry and Myrtie Mays of Indiana, Mattie F. Simpson of St. Louis, MO, Donnie Banks of Little Rock, AR. and others were home for that event.

The Booker family reunion was held at the Joe Booker home place in the MT. Zion Community. Terry and Carmon Booker of Florida

were home; I am not familiar of who all came to the reunion. The White family had a get together at the home of Vivian Moore.

Charles and Laura Warren of Trezevant had a big dinner for family ad it seemed the whole community Sunday. Mary Warren, Rodney and Lil Sarah Alford, Michelle Skinner, Cathy Bailey, James and I attended that event. Several of our family members of Booneville and Baldwyn Came to the event also.

We had a very good service at St. Paul Sunday morning Rev. Pounds delivered a wonderful message. The mass choir provided the music. Communion was administered. Donnie Banks worshipped with us.

Jarry Warren is a patient at Jackson General Hospital. Charles, Laura, Mary, Cathy and I have had a very busy several days with going to the hospital and doing other activities. At this writing Jerry is doing better, but he is a very sick man. Please remember him in your prayers.

Rev. Pounds will be leaving for Nigera on a two week mission trip Thursday, July 7, please pray for him while he is on this mission.

What a good start we had at North Union for this holiday weekend in which we celebrate our freedom. Bro. Don brought a great message on Christian Citizenship from Matthew 22:15-21. He shared five ways in which we could maximize our influence in the area of government and in our Christian living.

We all need to celebrate daily our freedom from sin we enjoy as children of God and the fact that we live in the greatest country in the world. So let’s hear less complaining and try more praising of our nation and our God! Speaking of praising,

Sandy Whitley sang a beautiful special entitled “Sweet Adoration.” She also filled in for William as music director, and Danielle Rickman filled in on the piano. Both did a great job.

We heard testimony from Julianne Moody about her recent mission trip to Alabama.

She helped out in various ways, but the greatest thrill was that she was instrumental in bringing another young lady to salvation in Jesus. We were all inspired by her words.

Robert Joyce shared his insights on the benefits of having a well-equipped toolbox when you are a farmer because mechanical breakdowns are inevitable. God has the tools to fix our problems when we experience troubles.

Sometimes we are even the “tool” God may use to help fix someone else. Be ready and available to be used by God.

Our VBS will be July 13-15 from 6-8:30 p.m. The theme is God’s All-Star Champions. We hope you will make plans to attend. Then later in the month, Bro. Dave Albert from Eldon, Iowa will be preaching at our revival. Mark your calendar for July 24-28.

Are you familiar with the painting, “American Gothic” that portrays a farmer (holding a pitchfork) and his wife standing in front

of a white farmhouse? That house actually can be found in Eldon.

Our church family increased today with Chris, Elizabeth and Christian Marks joining our membership. Welcome!

If you are looking for a church for your family, please consider North Union. We have a desire to serve the Lord and a heart to love people.

Happy birthday to Keith Quast and Sandy Whitley.Being a former Yankee from Michigan, I never have mastered the art of baking a good pecan pie. Today I learned something from Robert Whitley. A pecan pie without an egg equals “concrete.” I think I’ll leave out the egg in my next pie and maybe it won’t be so runny. Bring me your best pie recipe, and I’ll see you in church next Sunday.


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We would like to thank each and everyone for every act of kindness shown during the sickness and death of our loved one, Jerry Duck. Thank you for the calls, visits, cards, food, flowers, gifts and most of all your prayers. Special thanks to Brother Dennis Cleek and also the ladies of Kenton Church of God for preparing the meal for the family. We ask that you continue to pray for us.

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Kenton has been a “happening place” this past week! The 2011 Kenton White Squirrel Committee did a fantastic job in planning festivities for everyone in celebration of our Independence Day!

Our town was hopping with people participating in the many activities. Chosen to serve as the Grand Marshal was long-time Kentonian and benevolent citizen, Robert Norton. On Thursday, the First State Bank held a reception for Mr. Norton wherein he was greeted and honored by many friends and fellow citizens.

Later in the evening the Kenton Businesses had Open House which also was well attended and much enjoyed. A warm and appreciative tribute to our military was coupled with the Opening Ceremony on Friday with an old-time favorite, White-Bean Supper in the evening at the beautifully renovated Youth Center.

While enjoying the culinary delights worthy of the highest praise, diners reminisced while viewing the many photographs displayed including: athletes, scholars, business persons, teachers, Dr. Jack Gray, and many others. The evening concluded at the Kenton Gym with a night of Karaoke!

The more active celebrants rose early Saturday to participate in a 5K Run/Walk which was a great event. Others showcased their athletic prowess in the Co-Ed Softball Tournament that lasted for two days. Saturday afternoon

was a fun time for animal lovers of all kinds with a PetShow behind the gym and the evening entertainment was top-notch with the David Johnson Chorus performing an array of patriotic songs to an awestruck audience in the gym. Coming together on Sunday evening at the Kenton Gym, a Community Patriotic Service was held with the Rev.James Taylor bringing the word.

Monday, Independence Day the much loved Parade returned to the delight of many on-lookers and also the much loved Street Dance (with Larry Morgan) was a big hit but none bigger than the grand-finale, firewroks show! It was a great week of celebrating and a great week of camaraderie and good will.

Thanks to the Kenton White Squirrel Festival Committee and everyone who worked long and hard to make thisweek’s festivities possible. It was a blast!

Heartfelt condolences are extended to the family of Mr. Bruce Lane. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.

In town to visit with his ailing mother, Freda Lamar, Tim Lamar of Millington was at the Dyer Nursing Home last Saturday afternoon. The mother and son enjoyed their time together catching up on the grandchildren’s latest activities. Following his visit with there, Tim also visited with his brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Cindy Lamar.

Mrs. Janet Ring enjoyed the company of her daughter, Lisa and grandchildren, Summer and Rana last week. On Sunday of last week, overnight guests of Mrs. Ring were Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Semsch of Memphis.

Food for Thought: For every soldier that fought, I praise you. For every pain endured, I give you thanks. For every parent’s worry, I sympathize. For every life sacrificed, I cry. For every moment your family missed you, for every tear you shed, for every day that you can’t get back, I wish for you life’s best. For the freedoms that I enjoy, I know you paid the price. America is the land of the free. Thanks to those whogive their lives.

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There was a good crowd Sunday for morning service. Some were out of town but the ones that made it received a blessing.

The choir sang, “God Bless The USA!” and “America the Beautiful” for the special.

Three veterans, Mr. Harold White, Mr. Bob Wilson and Bob Blankenship helped me

during the folding of the flag ceremony.

Larry woods sang “Statue of Liberty” for special music.

Brother Jason was back with us after taking a few days off helping Julie with their new baby, all are doing well.

Benjamin Owen Pitcher baby son to Allison and Steven Pitcher was born June 30. He is Beverly and Danny Dunn’s grandson.

McKenzie Rae Rush baby daughter of Laurin Smithson Rush and Jacob was born June 25. Congratulations to these new parents.

The Hands of Praise from Salem Baptist Church, Mason Hall will be ministering in our evening service next Sunday, July 10. Come out and join us.

The family closet, a ministry of Christian Women’s Job Corps needs towels, sheets, linens, bedspreads, blankets and fans and also spring/summer clothing if you can help, they are located at 421 E. Armory in Trenton.

Those on out prayer list this week Kasey Harris, Rita Hicks, Geoff Payne, George Horner, and Oscar Yoder.

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NORTH GIBSON ALL-STARS WIN STATE CHAMPIONSHIP - The North Gibson age 10 and under softball All-Star team won the State Championship on June 30, 2011. The Southeast Regional Tournament will begin on July 21 in Lewisburg, TN. Members of the team are (front row) Brianna Bates, Emma Siler, Kaci Sweatt, Cami Oliver, Ashton Lannom, (middle row) KJ White, McKinley Burkett, Madelyn Tanner, Lexi Garner, MacKenzie Eddlemon, (back row) coaches Terry Sweatt, Tom Lannom, and Keith Siler.

Horseback riding events will be held in Trenton and Milan over three days July 14-16 as part of the annual Emily Prince Memorial races that attract riders from numerous states.

Members of the Gibson Co. Saddle Club say they are excited to again be hosting the warm up show to the Emily Prince Memorial Speed Show.

Incoming freshmen who plan to attend the University of Tennessee at Martin during the fall semester can get prepared for college life by attending a Summer Orientation and Registration (SOAR) program.

The next SOAR date has been scheduled for Monday-Tuesday, July 25-26. Check-in is set for 2:30 p.m., at Boling University Center.

Students will get the opportunity to meet with academic advisers and register for classes; tour the campus, residence halls and University Village; receive information about student activities, housing

First State in Kenton is hosting a school supply drive for Kenton Elementary School.

The items that are collected will be provided directly to the school. Persons wishing to contribute may bring 24 ct. crayons, glue sticks, markers, #2 pencils, erasers, colored pencils, Fiskar scissors, plastic school boxes, pocket folders, 1” binder, manila file folders, envelopes, construction paper, highlighters, Zip-loc bags, Kleenex, wet wipes, dry erase markers, and colored copy paper to the First State office in Kenton, located at 107 North Poplar. Donations will be accepted from now until July 29, 2011.

“Through the efforts of First State and the community’s kindness, we will be able to provide the much needed items to this school,” said Brooke Carson, branch manager for First State Bank in Kenton. “The school will greatly appreciate the generosity of our community and the donations will help children

HORSEBACK RIDING WINNER – Teresa Burkett, pictured with her horse, Getaway Tucker, was one of the winners in the June show hosted by the Gibson Co. Saddle Club in Trenton. 198 entries from five different counties in West Tennessee participated in the event. The Saddle Club will host a warm up show Thursday, July 14 in Trenton at 5 p.m. as a preliminary to the World Flag Race & Emily Prince Memorial Barrel Race speed show at Milan City Park July 15-16.

Clay Brewer, a recent graduate of Gibson County High School has earned a position on the Tennessee State high school rodeo team and will be traveling with fellow teammates to Gillette, Wyoming from July 17th through 23rd to compete at the 63rd Annual National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) in the team-roping and steer wrestling competition.

Featuring over 1,500 contestants from 41 states, five Canadian Provinces and Australia, the National High School Finals is the world’s largest rodeo.

In addition to competing for over $200,000 in prizes, NHSFR contestants will also be competing for more than $350,000 in college

scholarships and the chance to be named the National High School Rodeo National Champion.

To earn this title, contestants must finish in the top twenty after two Go-Rounds of intense competition before advancing to Saturday night’s final championship performance.

Please check www.nhsa.org for possible schedule changes and other items when the 2011 NHSFR telecast will air in RFD-TV. In addition, you can catch all of the NHSFR action live via Horsecity.com on their audio web cast.

Along with great rodeo competition and the chance and the chance to meet new friends from around the

world, NHSFR contestants have the opportunity to represent their team in a volleyball tournament, enjoy nightly contestant dances, participate in a talent contest, compete in an NRA rifle shooting competition, test their skills in a Knowledge Bowl competition, have the chance to shop the ever-popular NHSFR western tradeshow, and visit the historical attractions of the Cowboy State.

To follow your local favorites at the NHSFR, visit the NHSRA’s web site daily for complete results at www.nhsra.org.

For ticket information, call 307-682-8802 or call 307-682-0552 for general information.

STEER WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP - Clay Brewer, a recent graduate of Gibson County High School has earned a position on the Tennessee State high school rodeo team and will be traveling with fellow teammates to Gillette, Wyoming to compete at the 63rd Annual National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) in the team-roping and steer wrestling competition.

Horseback events remember and honor former rider

The warm up show will be held Thursday July 14 at the Trenton Fairgrounds. The event is a preliminary to the World Flag Race & Emily Prince Memorial Barrel Race speed show at Milan City Park July 15-16. The Milan speed show honors the late Ms. Prince.

Prince, a 1999 Humboldt High School graduate and cosmetologist, died at

the age of 22 after a four-wheeler accident occurred at her parents’ home.

Prince was a member of the Milan Saddle Club and horseback riding was one of her favorite hobbies.

At this year’s warm up show in Trenton July 14th. Training barrels events start at 5:00 p.m. and the warm up show will begin at 7:00 p.m.

“Whether you are a speed rider or just appreciate the beauty of the horse, come out and support the warm up show to the Emily Prince Memorial Speed Show,” said a Saddle Club spokesperson.

The World Flag Race & Emily Prince Memorial Barrel Race is a two-day event July 15-16 at the Milan City Park horse arena.

Events begin Friday at 4 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. Speed event riders from many states will come to compete in the Milan show and honor Prince’s memory.

For more information contact David Price 731-414-6609 or Jamie White 731-693-6315.

In June, the Gibson Co. Saddle Club show in Trenton attracted 198 entries from five different counties in West Tennessee.

SOAR to help UT Martin studentsand financial aid; and hear detailed information about First-Year Initiative (an orientation for freshmen the week before classes). Students should attend both SOAR and First-Year Initiative prior to the fall semester.

Students and parents will participate in a variety of informational sessions such as those on financial aid, student health services, public safety, bookstore, student employment and other topics. Additional concurrent sessions also are scheduled for students and parents with topics including student activities,

Greek life, housing and meal plans. Administrative offices will be open and students and parents will get additional time to tour the campus and visit with UT Martin personnel in housing, admissions and financial aid.

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NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

In obedience to a Decree entered on May 23, 2011 in the Chancery Court of the Twenty-Eighth Judicial District of Gibson County Tennessee at Trenton: IN THE MATTER OF: THE ESTATE OF DORIS S. CHERRY, Deceased, ANGELA NELL C. HALFORD, Executor (Rule Docket #20018-P), I will on:

TUESDAY, JULY 22, 2011 AT 2:00PM

In the CHANCERY COURTROOM, Chancery Building, 204 North Court Square at Trenton, sell to the highest and best bidder the following described properties at Freemont Street, and College Street, Dyer, TN. Lying and being situated in the 21st Civil District of Gibson County, Tennessee, and more particularly described as follows:

Parcel 1: (133 – 135 Freemont Street)Being in the 1st Ward of the town of Dyer, and beginning at the northwest corner at

a stake in Freemont Street and runs thence east 265 feet with the Clarence King and Wade Shanklin line to a point; thence in a southwesterly direction 120 feet to a stake in the northeast corner of J. H. Dement lot; thence west 205 feet with J. H. Dement’s line to a stake in Freemont Street, thence north with said street 120 feet to the point of the beginning.

Being the same property conveyed to George Cherry and wife, Doris Cherry, by Verla P. Patterson by deed recorded in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee in Deed Book 139, Page 431.

Map 47M Group D Parcel 16.00 Parcel 2: (130 Freemont Street)Situate and being in the 21st Civil District of Gibson County, Tennessee, in the City

of Dyer, and beginning at a stake in the west margin of Freemont Street of the town of Dyer and the southeast corner of the lot of Homer Pafford and runs thence in a westerly direction with the south line of Homer Pafford 163 feet to a stake in the east line of Leo Shanklin et als; runs thence in a southerly direction with the east line of Leo Shanklin 55 feet to a stake in the east line of Leo Shanklin and the new northwest corner of the Will Banks estate lot; thence in an easterly direction with the north line of the Will Banks estate lot 163 feet to a stake, Will banks estate lot northeast corner in the west margin of Freemont Street; thence in a northerly direction with the west margin of Freemont Street; thence in a northerly direction with the west margin of Freemont Street to the southeast corner of Homer Pafford, the point of beginning.

Being the same property conveyed to George Cherry and wife, Doris Cherry, by Paul Leon Halford and Angela C. Halford by deed recorded in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee in Official Record Book 73, page 682.

Map 47M Group D Parcel 11.00Parcel 3: ( 198 College Street)This parcel of land is bounded on the north by Wilson and on the east by Vaughn (now

Dement); south by College Street and on the west by Wilson and described by metes and bounds as follows: Beginning at a stake in the southeast corner of Vaughn property, runs west 15 feet; thence north 34 feet and 6 inches to Wilson’s line; thence east 15 feet; thence south 34 feet 6 inches to the point of beginning.

Being the First Parcel conveyed to George Cherry and wife, Doris Cherry, by L. Welton Barron and Mary Oneita Barron by deed recorded in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee in Official Record Book 41, page 61.

Parcel 4:The west part of a concrete building, joining the above on the east, and bounded

on the north by R.L. Newman, Jr.; east by Vaughn; south by College Street and west by Vaughn (now Dement and H. Wilson Building and lot) said property being further described as follows; Beginning at a stake in the southeast corner of Vaughn line, runs thence west 21 feet 9 inches; thence north 115 feet to Newman’s line; thence east 21 feet 9 inches; thence south 115 feet to the point of the beginning.

Being the Second Parcel conveyed to George Cherry and wife, Doris Cherry, by L. Welton Barron and Mary Oneita Barron by deed recorded in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee in Official Record Book 41, page 61.

Parcels 3 and 4 are designated as: Map 61D Group B Parcel 9.00Parcel 5: ( College Street)Beginning at a stake in Grover Callis’ southeast corner and being the north margin

of College Street and being the southwest corner of lot herein conveyed; runs thence east 25 feet to the southwest corner of Sallie Edmundson property; thence north with Edmundson west line 27 feet to a stake; thence east with Edmundson north line 15 feet to a stake; thence north with Edmundson west line to stake in Newman’s south line; thence west with Newman’s south line 40 feet to a stake; thence south parallel with Grover Callis’ east line to the point of beginning.

Being the same property conveyed to George Cherry and wife, Doris Cherry, by Mrs. Leila Wilson and Mrs. Sarah Harpole by deed recorded in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee in Official Record Book 31, page 17.

Map 61D Group B Parcel 10.00Parcel 6: (194 College Street)Beginning at a stake in the north margin of East College Street and R. L. Newman,

Jr. southwest corner; runs thence north with Newman’s west line 115 feet to a stake and Newman’s interior corner; thence with Newman’s south line 28 1⁄2 feet to a stake in Newman’s south line and the northeast corner of Lot owned by Billie Edmundson; thence south with said Billie Edmundsons east line 115 feet to the north margin of East College Street; thence east 28 1⁄2 feet with the margin of East College Street to the beginning.

Being the same property conveyed to G. T. Cherry and wife, Doris Nell Cherry, by Mrs. Beulah Dement by deed recorded in the Register’s Office of Gibson County, Tennessee on April 24, 1954 in Deed Book 118, page 586

Map 61D Group B Parcel 8.00TERMS OF SALE: Sale will be for cash to the highest and best bidder in bar

of the equity of redemption, homestead and all other exemptions and as free and unencumbered.

The Clerk will sell according to the Rules of Chancery to be announced at the sale.

IT IS ORDERED that this NOTICE be published for three (3) consecutive weeks in The Tri City Reporter, a weekly newspaper in Dyer, TN.

This 1st day of July, 2011.

s/Shonna Smith, Clerk and Master Special Commissioner 731-855-7639James T. Ryal Jr. 1323 E Main StreetHumboldt, TN 38343731-784-2812

NOTICE OF INVITATION TO BID

The Tri-Area Service Consortium (TAFSC) is requesting bids for Bread, and Ice Cream for the 2011-2012 school term. The TAFSC is a consolidated purchasing agreement between the Board of Trustees of the Milan Special School District, the Gibson County Special School District, the Bradford Special School District, the Trenton Special School District, the Humboldt City School District, the Crockett County School District, the Alamo City School District and the Bells City School District. The districts operate 25 schools: Milan - 3, Gibson County - 9, Humboldt - 4, Trenton - 3, Bradford - 1, Crockett County - 5, Bells - 1, and Alamo - 1.

A copy of the specifications will be available from Kay Woods, Crockett County School District, 102 Cavalier Drive, Alamo, TN 38001. Specifications may be obtained beginning the week of June 27, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. at the Crockett County School District.

“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or 202-720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

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Dyer, Kenton hold 4th of July blessed we live in a country that allows us to celebrate being free.”

Mrs. Thompson recognized the state, county and city officials attending the ceremony. They were Gibson County Sheriff Chuck Arnold, EMS Director Star Arnold, County Commissioners Cody Childress and Jim Overall, Register of Deeds Hilda Patterson, Dyer officials Mayor Thompson, and alderpersons Judy Baker, Marilyn Williamson, and Bitsy Gilliland. Attending on behalf of State Rep. Curtis Halford was his wife, Charlotte.

The 2011 Parade Marshals, Ken and Terry Pullias, were introduced. Ken encouraged everyone to be a part of the celebration. Terry said, “It is an honor and humbling experience to be named grand marshals. Most of you don’t know how special it is to live here in Dyer unless you have lived somewhere else. I am the mother of a veteran and praise God, my son Will is coming home on July 3rd.”

In closing, Mrs. Thompson thanked Mike Needham for operating the sound system and David Harrison and Kim Reynolds from Dyer Florist for the flowers used for the ceremony.

Johnny McIlwain recognized and thanked the

Dyer Station Celebration committee members for all their hard work. “I was moved by everyone that spoke this evening. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the committee members. Without all of you, we wouldn’t have this celebration.” He and the committee then led everyone in the singing of ‘God Bless America.’

A community-wide church service followed opening ceremonies at Dyer First Baptist Church. A praise singing was held at Dyer First United Methodist Church in Thursday,

The street dance was held downtown on Friday with the band Dakota.

A Rook tournament was held Saturday as well as various other games. The day ended with karaoke in the park. The Patriotic Cantata and Taste of Dyer were held Sunday at the Dyer CP Church.

On Monday, July 4th the parade began at 9 a.m. led by Grand Marshals Ken and Terry Pullias. The fun continued at the David Robinson Park with craft and food sales, a pet show, and various games. The celebration ended at the David Robinson Park with closing ceremonies at 8:30 and a fireworks display at 9.

Kenton’s White Squirrel Homecoming Festival got off to a good start with

the business open house held Thursday afternoon. Businesses participating were Kenton Drug Co., Kenton Food Rite, Kenton Chevrolet, Kenton Flower Shop, Kenton Grain Co., Slimmin’ Effects, Hollomon Insurance, Salon 107, Hair Plus, The Gray Clinic, Little General/Food Plaza, Reed’s Market, Scott’s Dairy Bar, TN Poor Boys BBQ, and CW Sanderson’s. In addition to the open house, First State Bank hosted a reception honoring the 2011 Grand Marshall Robert Norton. The businesses served refreshments and many offered specials and drawings for door prizes.

Kenton Opening ceremony

The Kenton White Squirrel Homecoming opening ceremonies were held Friday, July 1st at the Kenton Youth Center. Mayor Virginia Davidson welcomed the crowd and introduced veteran Harold Banks who raised the flag. Dennis Cleek, Pastor of Kenton Church of God led the prayer. Terry Owens gave a moving performance of ‘The Star Spangled Banner.’

District 77 State Rep. Bill Sanderson said, “We are so lucky to have a community that comes together. I thank Angela Sanford, the committee and the city Kenton for having this celebration that unites us

and brings together.”Davidson invited

everyone inside the Youth Center, beginning with the area veterans, for coffee and donuts.

A silent auction and white bean supper was held that evening at the Youth Center followed by karaoke in Kenton gym.

The 5K run/walk began Saturday at 7:30 a.m. A co-ed softball tournament was held throughout the day. The David Johnson Chorus performed at the Kenton gym Saturday night. A community worship service was held Sunday at the Kenton gym.

The parade began Monday at 11 a.m. The street dance with Larry Morgan was held Monday night at the gym parking lot and the evening concluded with a fireworks display.

The winners of all events were not available at press time but will hopefully be available for next week’s edition.

DYER STATION CELEBRAITION COMMITTEE MEMBERS - Members of the Dyer Station Celebration committee led in the singing of ‘God Bless America’ at the conclusion of the opening ceremonies held last Wednesday.

RICHARDS SINGS - Veronica Richards sang ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ at opening ceremonies in Dyer.

SPEAKER DENSON - Tommy Denson was the guest speaker at the DSC opening ceremonies.

KENTON OPENING CEREMONY - Veteran Harold Banks raised the flag signaling the start of the Kenton White Squirrel Homecoming Festival.

KENTON MAYOR - Kenton Mayor Virginai Davidson welcomed everyone attending the opening ceremonies.


Scenes from Dyer, Kenton July 4th parades

Scott’s Dairy Bar - Kenton White Squirrel Parade Four-wheeling fun - Kenton White Squirrel Parade

Joey Hays, Congressman Stephen Fincher and County Mayor Tom Witherspoon at the Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Victory 93.7 - Kenton White Squirrel ParadeSalon 107 - Kenton White Squirrel ParadeLittle Uncle Sam - Kenton White Squirrel Parade

District 77 St. Rep Bill Sanderson - Kenton

White Squirrel ParadeSiler Thornton Ins. - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Veterans Float - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Miss Flame Bailey Carroll - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

WWE Wrestler Grand Master Sexay Brian Christopher - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

GCHS Marching Pioneers - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Dyer CP Church Vacation Bible School - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Kenton Girl Scouts - Kenton White Squirrel Parade

Dyer First Baptist Church ‘s Carlene Stephenson and Bro. Dewayne Goodgine - Dyer Station

Celebration ParadeAll American Cousins - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Grand Marshals Terry and Ken Pullias - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

GCHS Marching Pioneers - Kenton White Squirrel Parade Knox Family’s Freedom Express - Dyer Station Celebration Parade

Tri-City Reporter July 6 2011

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