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Yorkville-Nebo community to honor veterans

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COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS - Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, and Naomi Judd played by Lynn Whitworth, Jill Smithson, Wendy Tate, and Jennifer Chandler wooed the country fans gathered in the old Kenton School Gym at ‘A Night At The Opry”’ hosted by the Kenton Elementary School Relay for Life Team. For more photos see page 2. (photo by William G. McFarland)

Veterans monument dedication is May 29

GC board, new director agree on contract

Memorial bike ride draws 85 participants

Dyer Station plans Memorial Day Service May 29th

BY CRYSTAL BURNSThe Gibson County Special School District (GCSD)

board unanimously approved a two-year contract for new Director of Schools Eddie Pruett at the district’s May 12th meeting.

Pruett will succeed current director Robert Galloway, who is retiring after seven years with the school system, on July 1, 2011. Pruett will make $92,500 per year and will receive a commensurate increase in salary upon acquiring any additional degrees above the Education Specialist (Ed.S.).

The contract stipulates that Pruett has one year from July 1, 2011 to establish a residence within the boundaries of the school district and outlines automobile entitlement, insurance benefits, professional liability and professional growth to be paid by the board.

The board selected Pruett as its new director in

February following an extensive search and interview process. The 35-year-old Lexington native holds a degree in Wildlife Biology from the University of Tennessee at Martin and a Master’s in Education from Freed-Hardeman University. Pruett expects to finish his Ed.S. degree from William Woods University this month.

Pruett and his wife Jessica have two children.Sara Meals, GCSD school board chair, said finalizing

Pruett’s contract was a smooth process.“(Mr. Pruett) has really impressed me,” she said. “He

seems satisfied (with his contract), and everybody is excited about him.”

Pruett began working in the Gibson County school system four years ago when he was hired as an assistant principal at Gibson County High School. Three years

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BY WILLIAM G. MCFARLANDThe old Kenton School Gym has been the site of

many exciting moments. We have seen the thrill of a last second winning shot; we have seen excited fans jump to the floor after winning a basketball tournament; we have seen referees point a finger at some irate fan; we have seen the good parent teacher organization music programs; we have seen the new queens crowned, and we have watched as the country dancers danced.

We are so fortunate to have the talent we do in the area. It was just erupting in the gym Saturday night as the Kenton Elementary School teachers hosted ‘A Night at the Opry.’

Minnie Pearl in all her glory was on hand; Larry the Cable Guy also made a stop in his busy schedule

to be there. Shania Twain, Martina McBride, Leann Womack, Dolly Parton, and Garth Brooks were also on hand.

Each in his or her own way entertained the large crowd. The excellent voices were actually not the voices of the country entertainers; they were the actual voices of the Kenton teachers and their friends.

All money raised went to the Kenton School Relay for Life team.

Keri Smithson was the director of this evening of entertainment. Tom Bock was the emcee. He introduced each act and told of the accomplishments of each of the country entertainers. Tracy Abbott was the sound technician; Marty Lannom, the set designer; Jimmy Skiles, the sound system guy; and Tony Stigler, the spotlighter of the acts.

The annual Field of Flags fundraiser is underway at GCHS. The Marching Pioneers have made this a yearly event as they sell American flags to honor and/or memorialize persons from all walks of life.

The flags can be purchased for $25 each and are given to the persons honored/memorialized through those who have made the donation. Each flag will have a placard placed at the base which states whom is being honored/remembered and the person who has made the donation.

Sales are now through May 23 and the flags will be proudly displayed on

There will be a ceremony at Yorkville Cemetery Sunday, May 29, at 2 p.m. to dedicate the Yorkville-Nebo Veteran’s Monument, recognizing the people from the area who served our country so well.

The committee is ready to unveil the monument. The monies have been donated, over 300 names are etched, and the sod had been laid. The names begin with the War of 1812 and continue through the ‘Enduring Freedom’ conflict. This dedication will demonstrate how thankful the communities of Yorkville and Nebo are for the service to this country of its past and present residents.

Everyone is invited to come, bring a lawn chair, and remember those who have sacrificed so we can be a free nation. A reception will follow the ceremony at Yorkville Park’s community building.

As an additional project, Yorkville is collecting copies of photos of veteran and historical photos of Yorkville and Nebo for a scrapbook to be completed at a later date. Residents, past and present, are invited to bring these to the ceremony or drop them off at the community building during the reception.

A rain date is set for Monday, May 30, at 2 p.m. at the cemetery.

BY JOHNNY MCILWAIN, JR.The Dyer Station Celebration Planning Committee is

proud to host the 2011 Memorial Day Service at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 29th at the gazebo at Oakwood Cemetery in Dyer. It is an honor to recognize our veterans, living and deceased, on this special holiday. We have so much for which to be grateful and we owe this gratitude to our true heroes, our veterans.

Boy Scout troop #243 will, again, participate in the flag raising ceremony and the flag retirement ceremony. Committee members and individuals from our community will be involved in the program. We are looking forward to hearing our guest speaker this year, Command Sergeant Major Timothy Madison from Greenfield.

There will be a reception for our area veterans and guests immediately following the service at the Presbyterian Church fellowship hall. There will be a ‘Veterans’ Reception’ sign in front of the church.

BY DOUG DUNCANThe 3rd annual Tanya

Taylor Family Memorial Mission Fund bike ride held at First Baptist Church in Dyer on Sunday, May 15th, was a huge success! In spite of the cold, inclement weather, we had 85 bikers for the event, and fed approximately 300 people for the day.

This bike ride is held in memory of Brad and Tanya Taylor, and sons Kyle and Tyce, who lost their lives in the tornado of April 2, 2006. Ronnie and Selene Barron, parents of Tanya, began the fund in memory of Tanya and her family. Throughout the year, memorials and honorariums are given to supplement the fund. Proceeds from the fund assist team members on stateside as well as international mission trips. Bibles, medical supplies, eyeglasses, and

Board approves desktop project

BY CRYSTAL BURNSDirector Robert Galloway

called it a win-win-win, and the board approved a proposal submitted by Medina Middle School for a Virtual Desktop Project.

Steve Maloan, principal at MMS, addressed the Gibson County School District board May 12th, outlining the school’s project, which he said will eliminate the need for another portable building and at least one educational assistant position.

Maloan met with teachers at his school and district supervisors looking at new state standards and what 21st century classrooms should look like. Through those meetings, the group discovered virtual computing and saw an opportunity to create a classroom that “exemplifies a great learning center,” he said.

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Mayor and Alderpersons met in regular session Monday, May 9. Among the topics discussed were an extension of the railroad tracks, various repairs of city property and the purchase of new computers.

Steven Tucker, advised the board that the railroad company will extend the railroad sidetrack an additional 1,300 feet north of the Main Street bridge in order to accommodate more railcars. Tucker will have to check the depth of the water lines in this area. If the lines are not deep enough, the lines will have to be relocated.

Mayor Sam Thompson opened bids for the Park Sewer Improvement Project. The bids were as follows: Higdon Electric submitted a bid for $24,955.

A motion to accept all bids was made by alderman Robert Johnson and seconded by alderperson Bitsy Gilliland. The council approved the motion. Johnson then referred the Park Sewer Improvement Project to committee before awarding the job.

In the finance department

report, City Recorder Jason Griggs reported that the city had received the final portion of the FEMA money from the 2006 tornado. The amount received was $14,810.

In the water and sewer department report, Randy Gregory advised the board that during the power outage during the recent storms, the emergency generator at the wastewater plant seemed to have been affected by lightning. This claim has been turned into the insurance provider. The effects of the lightning caused the generator to put out too much voltage. Nixon came and repaired the generator at a cost of $1,739. This repair was considered to be an emergency repair.

A motion was made by Johnson and seconded by alderperson Judy Baker to pay Nixon $1,739 for repairs to the wastewater plant generator. The council approved the measure.

Gregory also advised that a bearing in the screw pump is down. This is a sealed bearing that operates 24 hours per day submerged in wastewater. Replacement bearings will

cost approximately $145 and the labor for the repair is usually approximately $400.

A motion was made by Johnson and seconded by Gilliland to pay up to $1,000 for repairs to the screw pump. The board approved the measure.

In the water and sewer committee report, a motion was made by Johnson and seconded by alderman Chris Younger to put out for bid a roofing project for the water plant. This includes the construction of a gable roof and separate pricing for a metal roof and a shingled roof. The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Johnson and seconded by Younger to put out for bid the replacement of the influent valve at the water plant. The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Johnson and seconded by Younger to put out for bid walkway flooring for the outdoor area at the water plant. The board approved the measure.

Under new business, a motion was made by alderman Nathan Reed and seconded by Johnson to approve payment to Brad Russom Motor Company for $4,801 for repairs to a police vehicle involved in an accident. The motion was approved.

A motion was made by Reed and seconded by Johnson to approve payment to TEC Labs for $609 for state required water testing. The motion was approved.

A motion was made by Reed and seconded by Johnson to approve P.O. 6339

to American Development Corporation for $581 for chemicals. The motion was approved.

A motion was made by Reed and seconded by Johnson to approve paymetn to Area Wide Communications for $1,617 for four portable radios and pager batteries. The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Johnson and seconded by Younger to adopt the job description for the Water and Waste Water Plant operators. The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Johnson seconded by Gilliland to adopt the job description for the Water and Sewer utility person (3rd person). The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Reed and seconded by Gilliland to purchase two office chairs for Dyer City Hall at a price not to exceed $600. The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Reed and seconded by Johnson to purchase two computers for Dyer City Hall for $1,879. The board approved the measure.

A motion was made by Reed and seconded by Johnson to approve the purchase of a computer for the Dyer Police Department at a price not to exceed $600. The board approved the measure.

Reed advised the board that a phone line had been installed at the fire department building. The line will need to be extended for use in the training room and office. This work will have to be contracted and will probably cost more than $400. Reed will get an estimate for this project.

A motion was made by Gilliland and seconded by alderperson Marilyn Williamson to pay the general accounts of $34,342. The board approved the measure.

In the visitors’ section of the meeting, Dorothy Bearce relayed to the board that employees of the group homes located at Peck Switch Cove are speeding. Bearce stated that she was nearly run over by one of the employees. Bearce is afraid that one of the employees will hit one of the neighborhood children

who are playing or riding a bicycle. She also advised that the group home vehicles do not have city stickers. Bearce would like to see the speed limit reduced to 15 miles per hour at Peck Switch Cove.

Phil Anglin addressed the board and stated that he had heard rumors that the city might be thinking of purchasing the old Bank of Dyer building. Anglin does not believe that the city should purchase this building or get into the real estate business.

Anglin also addressed the board concerning the street department, stating that on Friday, May 6th, he witnessed the biggest waste of manpower and equipment that he’d ever seen. Anglin said he saw street department personnel picking up limbs only on one side of the street while leaving the other side of the street with limbs. He stated that personnel only picked up the biggest limbs while leaving smaller limbs.

Anglin also stated that personnel had torn up several yards on A Street.

THE JUDDS - The mother/daughter team of Mary Beth and Jennifer Chandler sang the Wynonna and Naomi Judd hit “Daddy’s Hands” during the second

TALENT BRINGS DOWN THE HOUSE - Reba McEntire and Minnie Pearl, played by Tammy McMackin and Julie Cunningham, brought the house down with their talents. Reba sang “Does He Love You” along with Beth Milligan; Minnie Pearl was her usual Grinder’s Switch personality.

PLAYING IT COOL - Glynn Whitworth’s fingers danced along the strings as he accompanied several acts at the Opry Night hosted by the Kenton Elementary School teachers Relay for Life team.

LONG PLAYS LARRY - Larry the Cable Guy made an appearance the the Kenton Elementary School Relay for Life Team’s “A Night at the Opry”. He was his usual self with his redneck jokes and redneck singing. Larry was actually Hunter Long.

OPRY NIGHT GOSSIP GIRLS A BIG HIT - One of the main hits of the “Night at the Opry” was the Gossip Girls. They told many cute stories, sang a bit, and laughed a lot. Playing the Gossip Girls were Keri Lanom, Christy Griggs, Sharon Travis, (second row) Tammy McMackin, Jennifer Chandler, Jesse Rudy, Lisa Dotson, and Beth Milligan. (Photos by Willim G. McFarland)

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The Republican Women of Gibson County are hosting a coffee with Tennessee’s First Lady, Chrissy Haslam, Friday, May 20, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

The public is invited to come by and meet Mrs. Haslam at the home of Donna Simpson, 46 Lakeview Rd., Trenton, Tenn.

Mrs. Haslam attended St. Mary’s School in Memphis and has since been named outstanding alumna of the year there. She attended Emory University in Atlanta, graduating with a double major in finance and marketing in the college of business.

She married her husband, Gov. Haslam, in 1981 and moved to Knoxville. Mrs. Haslam became the University of Tennessee’s assistant director of admissions and later worked as advisor in the college of

Dyer Police are investigating a burglary at J&B Motors, located at 447 South Main in Dyer. On Saturday, May 7 Billy Spellings reported to police that someone had broken into his shop and stole a set of four rims and tires. Patrolman Ken Casey was the responding officer.

Spellings told Casey they closed Friday May 6 at 6:15 and the incident happened some time between then and the morning of May 7th. A window at the back of the shop was broken and glass was on the shop floor. One or more individuals apparently made entry

BY STEVE SHORTSirens are not the best

warning for stormy weather, the head of Gibson Co. Emergency Management Agency told county commissioners May 9.

Rickey Graves responded to an inquiry by Com. Keith Steele of Idlewild who asked if the county could obtain grant funds and erect more sirens because of dead spots in areas.

Graves said he prefers other warning systems. “I’m not a fan of sirens; I would like to go to a digital alert system,” he said. He favors the FM alert devices available for about $40 apiece. The FM system was a $250,000 project. “Reverse 911” phone notification is another system, that while expensive, costs less than a siren, said Graves.

“Sirens are expensive, too,” Graves added. “They are lightning rods saying, ‘Hit me.’ They’re inefficient. If you’re not within a mile or mile and a half of a siren and the wind’s blowing in the wrong direction, it blows the siren away from you, too.”

“I know it’s hard to get people to change their ways, but there are better things out there than sirens, like NOAA weather radios. I’d like to see us go to a more efficient system,” Graves said.

He said officials were working to secure funds for storm recovery. He thanked numerous people who helped in the aftermath of storms and with FEMA fund applications.

Other County Commission actions:

Lawsuit against ambulance firm – Attorney Floyd Flippin said the county is joining other Tennessee counties seeking to block Eagle Medical from operating ambulances. The county wants its EMS service to be

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through the window and opened a large shop door to remove the rims and tires. This portion of the shop is at the back of the building and difficult to see from the street. The property behind the building was searched to see if items had been hidden, but they were not located.

A $500 reward is being offered for information that leads to the successful prosecution and conviction of the thieves and the return of the four stolen 20-inch rims and new Bridgestone tires. If you have information about the burglary contact the Dyer Police Department or call 731-414-1417.

exclusive. State legislators are considering laws barring other firms.

EMS revenues – Com. Jim Overall said EMS averaged about 825 calls monthly and collected $263,237.71 in March and $240,532.38 in April. He commended Director Starr Arnold and staff for outstanding work and management.

Courthouse trees – Com. Overall said insurance adjustors reiterated an arborist’s advice to remove large trees on the courthouse lawn because they could be a liability.

School bus garage – Com. Overall recommended the county relinquish ownership of the county school bus garage at Second St. and Gibson Rd. in Trenton. Schools use the garage but the county pays insurance. Commission voted to address the issue after reconvening June 20.

Funds for juries - Approved $20,000 in over budget funds to pay for juries

and witnesses in Chancery Court and Humboldt Law Court.

Commissioners’ pay – Approved paying about $4,500 to commissioners for extra meetings.

Lightning-flood damage – Approved $5,170 for damage to courthouse computer-phone systems caused by lightning. Insurance covered all but $500 deductable. Approved $31,000 for repair of county phone system after floods. Cost was $43,000; insurance covering $12,000.

Health Dept. – Budgeted additional $14,500 for county Health Dept. salaries due to added work.

Funds for crime victims – Budgeted additional $10,500 collected for crime victims from criminal fees. Money goes to Carl Perkins Center for Prevention of Child Abuse.

Medical bills – Three “catastrophic” medical claims by Hwy Dept. employees caused a net overrun of

$41,000 in the employee-dependent healthcare insurance budget.

New district lines – Voting districts will be redrawn based on population change. Redistricting Committee members: Com. Michael Longmire (Humboldt); Com. Nelson Cunningham (Medina); Com. Jimmy Copous (Milan); Alderwoman Tammy Wade (Milan); Dwight Reasons (Trenton); Election Commission; Mayor Tom Witherspoon; Election Director Molly Bailey.

Smoke detectors – Com. Bruce Williams said the County Fire Dept. will have about 400 smoke detectors available for residents. Fire call revenues totaled $11,000 for fiscal year.

Budget meetings – Full commission will hold budget meetings on select days May 23-31.

Recess – Commission will reconvene after recess Monday, June 20 at 6 p.m. in Trenton.

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The Medina proposal includes six student workstations that will help teachers work with students of all abilities in one classroom. Maloan said the project will also lend itself to hands-on learning and group work activities.

“It’s an exciting project for our school that’s really going to enhance our classrooms,” Maloan said.

Terry Cunningham, the system’s Financial Director, outlined a plan to pay for the estimated $89,120 project.

He requested the board authorize a transfer of $62,500 that was originally approved for a portable classroom to a fund for technology equipment. Medina Middle agreed to kick in $20,000, leaving $6,620 to be paid from the technology equipment fund.

“The enthusiasm I saw about this project sold me on this idea,” Cunningham said. “When a principal is that excited about something it’s hard to turn your head away from it.”

The board approved Cunnigham’s requests and

accepted bids for the needed equipment from Technology Express and CDWG.

Galloway characterized the project as a “pilot” program that other system principals and teachers can evaluate.

The board also approved a bid from MXN Corp. and Jones Telecommunication for internal wiring network at Gibson County High School. MXN Corp. provided the lowest bid for hardware at $29,650, and Jones Telecommunication provided the lowest bid for wiring at $50,000.

Lynn Tucker, Technology Director, said the system can begin scheduling work in late spring or early summer and have the project completed prior to school opening in the fall.

Teaming up with Kenton SSD

Dr. Mike Farrar, a member of the Kenton Special School District board asked the Gibson Co. board for funds to help Kenton build a safe room at Kenton School. KSSD has been approved for FEMA funding to add four classrooms and restroom facilities off the Kenton School’s north wing that will accommodate up to 700 people and withstand winds of up to 300 mph.

The total cost is more than $1,072,000, and FEMA will pay $743,919.

“Quite frankly the Kenton Special School District does not have a lot of extra funds,” Farrar said. His board asked Gibson Co. for $100,000 for the project, but Galloway

recommended donating $75,000.

Kenton and Gibson Co. have an agreement that GCSD subleases the Kenton school facility from KSSD for a term of 79 years. Gibson County Special School District shall utilize the property solely for the operation of the school. Gibson County Special School District shall be responsible

for general maintenance and repair of the building and systems arising out of operation of the building, including those resulting from ordinary wear and tear.

Students who attend Kenton School can choose to continue their education at a GCSD or Obion County junior high.

Farrar said Kenton is happy to get four more classrooms,

but stressed the board’s motives are to provide safety for students during severe storms.

“Our board will be glad to have the classrooms,” he said. “That is not the reason we sought to do this. We sought to do this because we want to protect the kids. We kind of stepped out on a limb with this amount of money. I don’t

know that we could’ve seen this happen without this board committing $75,000.”

Kenton School has a current enrollment of 125 students and 40 students enrolled in the Northwest Headstart program there at the school. Community members will also be able to use the safe room during non-school hours.

ago, he took over as the principal at GCHS. His transfer to director’s position left a spot to fill at the high school.

The board approved hiring Stephen Hughes, currently an assistant principal at GCHS as the principal there. Jared Myracle, assistant principal at Medina Middle, has been hired as the assistant principal at GCHS.

Board members also approved 17 teachers for tenure: Micah Hart, Alicia Howell, Christopher Lownsdale, Elaine Luther and Jeremy Tate at GCHS; Leslie Hall, Emily Gamble, Paula Tate and Nancy Hubble

at Medina Elementary; Matt Bean, Robin Phillips, Jared Myracle at Medina Middle; Kim Newton at Rutherford; Aaron Perry and Mary Hicks at South Gibson County High School; John Crenshaw at Spring Hill; and Katie Gibson at Yorkville.

The board also approved non-hire letters for 11 teachers. Superintendent Robert Galloway said those letters must be given to teachers by May 15 per state law, but he expects the legislature to change that date to June for the 2012-13 school year.

Galloway also explained that some of the teachers on the non-hire list could

be rehired later, and each teacher on the list is aware of his/her status.

“Some of these people probably later on will be rehired,” he said. “They have been talked to, and those who probably will not be rehired have also been talked to.”

The list of non-hires includes: Ashley Lynn and Jessie Rudy at Kenton; Brooke Piercey, Kristin Horner and Emily Matlock at Medina Elementary; Jacob Abbott at Rutherford; Justin Lowery at Medina Middle and GCHS; Linda Austin at SGCHS; and Kim Thompson, Samantha Litton, and Calyn Evans at Dyer.

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YANCEYS CELEBRATE 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY - Jeff and Roberta Yancey will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 4, 2011. A reception is being held in the Family Life Center of the First Assembly of God Church from 1:30 p.m. The church is located at 183 Poplar Grove Road, Dyer. Friends and family are invited are invited to join in the celebration. No gifts please.

Rev. and Mrs. Robert A. Smith of Newbern are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Brittany Jill Smith, to William Thomas Simmons, son of Nina Davis and Tack Simmons of Union City.

The wedding ceremony

will take place at North Union Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Kenton on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. The reception will immediately follow at Kenton First Baptist Church Family Life Center. All friends and relatives are invited to attend.

Smith - Simmons Miss Brittnay Jill Smith and Mr. William Thomas Simmons

Morning worship services had an attendance 112 and 84 in Sunday school.

Our message for the morning service came from the book of Isaiah 53:1-11, Foretelling of Jesus. The arm of the Lord or the might of God is Jesus. The pleasure of God foretold through the sacrifice of Jesus. There was payment for our debt of sin. By this new covenant through Jesus it will bring about growth and prosperity. The new covenant will be for all men.

Remember in Prayer: Reitha Martin, Tim Fuqua, Robert Lambert, Linda Belew, Elizabeth (Liz) Sullivan for safety during her trip to Germany, all of our shut-ins and those in the nursing homes.

We hope everyone was able to attend the visitation meeting after services Sunday and pick up a card to visit someone in the congregation. There are many in our congregation who are shut-in or in nursing homes that could use just a phone call, card or visit from

us.Many thanks go to the

ladies of the church for hosting the Bridal Tea for Kristin Roberts on Sunday afternoon. Thank you to Judee Lannom for opening her home for this joyous occasion.

Thanks to everyone who was able to attend the service at the Harlon Morris Home in Trenton, Sunday afternoon, I know this was a busy day for everyone.

Joey Barron had a VBS/Teacher training Sunday evening at 5 p.m. Joey has been blessing by helping us teachers grow in the Lord.

Important dates to remember: May 22 Youth Devotional at Carmen and Judee Lannom’s home. May 29 is our next 5th Sunday worship services honoring our 2011 graduates, Miranda Barron and Courtney Rasberry from GCHS. Our own Emily Martin will be graduating from UT Knoxville in May as well. All of these young ladies are an inspiration and we wish them all the happiness.

It was a great day in God’s House this past Sunday. We enjoyed a beautiful special by Jan Cardwell. The message was presented by Bro. Joey Holloway in Bro. Darryl’s absence.

The title of the message was “How much faith do you have?” All through God’s Word you see many examples of faith.

Our faith in God is what we as Christian’s have to lean on to get us through the storms of life.

Faith must be accompanied by actions. If there is no action faith is dead. Scrip.

Ref James 2:17-18 “ In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action is dead. But someone will say, you have faith; I have deeds. Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.”

The way we live our life should show our faith. We are not promised a problem free life but we are promised the love and compassion of Our Savior.

We would like to say congratulations to all the Graduates! Allow Christ to guide your future!

Our Lesson study for last Sunday morning began with a question; “How do we obtain sainthood?” Each one should be able to understand and be able to explain what it means to obtain sainthood and be a saint. Our text was taken from Colossians 1:21-26. The apostle Paul speaks concerning the reconciliation of God’s people. Those who were once enemies are now reconciled in Christ. This was done through the power of the gospel; which had been a mystery, but now has been revealed to god’s saints. There is a common misconception regarding saints. Today many think of “saints” as one who has been venerated by the Catholic Church, someone who is especially “good.”

Is this an accurate representation of what the Bible teaches? In the Old Testament Aaron is called “the saint of Jehovah?” More generally, however the word is applied in the plural to God’s people.

Saints are those who worship God: Psalm 30:4 “Sing unto the Lord, O’ ye saints of his and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness.” Saints also fear God: Psalm 34:9 “O fears the Lord, all ye his saints.” There are many more Scriptures in the Old Testament that tell us that saints are those who

follow and obey him. The New Testament tells us who saints are.

Saints are members of the local churches as the church at Jerusalem: Acts 9:13 “then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem.” We can also see that there were saints in the church at Ephesus: Ephesians 1:1 “Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus.” Those who belong to God through Christ are called saints in Romans 8:27. The body of Christ, the church id made up of saints. (Ephesians 5:3)

A person becomes a saint by being sanctified and justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of God. (1 Corinthians 6:11) Those who become part of Christ’s kingdom belong to God’s house and are called saints. (Ephesians 2:19) We obtain sainthood by the application of the death, burial and resurrection of Christ through obedience to His word and being baptized into his death. If you are not a “Saint” today, you can become one.

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Larry and Ellene Cooper will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary with a reception on Sunday, May 22, 2010 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Christian Chapel Church of Christ, 3382 Concord Road in Kenton. Their children will host the reception.

Larry Cooper and Ellene Witherington were joined in marriage on May 19, 1961.

The ceremony was held at Christian Chapel Church of

Christ with the bride’s brother, Minister Bobby Witherington performing the ceremony.

Larry and Ellene reside in Kenton. They have two daughters, Jennifer and husband Terry Sweatt and Selena and husband Troy Mingle and six grandchildren.

Friends and family are invited to attend. Your presence is the only gift requested.

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Community CalendarsGIBSON COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

MEETING The Gibson County Utility District Board of Commissioners meeting will be on Tuesday,

May 24, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. at the District Office. REVIVAL SERVICES

Trimble first Assembly of God, 19 Pierce St., Trimble, Sunday morning, May 22nd, 10:30 a.m. Sunday night 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Pastor James Roberts. Tuesday night Special guest The McEwen’s.

DECORATION DAY AT OLD GIBSONDecoration Day will be held at Old Gibson Cemetery on Sunday afternoon, May 29,

from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is a time to remember loved ones that have passed away and a time to donate to the upkeep of the cemetery. The cemetery caretakers do need help in order to keep the cemetery clean and in good shape. Send your donations to Sallie Coffman, 88 Humboldt Hwy. Trenton, TN 38382. “We thank you for your help in the past and every donation in the future,” said Mrs. Coffman. Old Gibson, near Edison on Barker Rd., is one of the county’s oldest cemeteries.ACTION CLUB AND DAVY CROCKETT DAYS ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO

MEETThe Rutherford Area ACTION club will meet on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 7 p.m. in

the Rutherford City hall. Immediately following this meeting, the Davy Crockett Days Advisory Committee will meet to discuss plans for the 44th Annual Davy Crockett Days. Anyone interested in helping with ACTION club projects or Davy Crockett Days in welcomed to attend.

KENTON SCHOOL ALUMNI REUNION The Kenton School Alumni Reunion, May 28 at the Kenton Gym.

This is the last week to secure your reservation for the catered dinner. If you ever attended the KentonSchool you are welcome to attend the Alumni Reunion beginning at 2 p.m. with the catered dinner to be at6 p.m. To make your reservations contact Billy Wyrick @ 749-5539 or Virginia Davidson @ 749-5258.

SURPRISE BIRTHDAY PARTY! The family of bob Parker invites everyone to join them in celebrating his 80th birthday,

May 28, 2011. stop by New Way Christian Ministries Church in Trenton., located on 45 Bypass from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Shhhh! It’s a surprise. No gifts please.

6 T’S HORSE FARMING DAY 6 T’s Horse Farming Day, will be Saturday, May 21 beginning at 9 a.m. Contact Mike

Turbeville at sixtsfarm@hotmail.com or 731-514-0601. Rescheduled from May 14 due to weather.

MASON HALL NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETINGThe Mason Hall Neighborhood Watch will hold a meeting May 23rd at 6:30 p.m. at the

Mason Hall Community Center.

Dyer Nursing Home Celebrates National Nursing Home Week!

May 9th - May 13thMonday Crazy Shoes Day •Balloon Lift Off •Donuts & Coffee •Party in Holland •Refreshments in the Tulip GardenTuesday Crazy Hair Day •German Trivia •Side Walk Sale in Berlin •Heidelberg Stine DrinksWednesday Crazy Outfit Day •Italian Skee Ball •Zumba Gold •Fruit MedleyThursday Crazy Hat Day •French Manicures •Party in France •French Crescent RollsFriday NH T-Shirt •Moon Pies & RC cola •Line Dancing & Refreshments

Mr. and Mrs. Bob C. McCurdy of Dyer are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Elizabeth McCurdy to Mr. Jack Leonard of Camden.

Elizabeth is a 2006 graduate from Gibson County High School. She graduated from the University of TN at Martin in 2010 with a Bachelor of TN at Martin. She will finish her Master in Business Administration this fall at the University of TN at Martin.

She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond McCurdy of Dyer and Mr. and Mrs. Tate Thomas of Eads, TN.

Jack is the son of Mr. Terry Leonard and Ms. Michelle Leonard of Camden. Jack is a 2002 graduate from Camden Central High School. He graduated from the university of TN at Martin in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. He will graduate in May from Nashville School of Law.

He is the grandson of Rms.

Margie Leonard and the late Mr. Sam Leonard of Big Sandy and Dr. and Mrs. Michael R. Baloga of Camden.

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Miss Elizabeth McCurdy and Mr. Jack Leonard

McCurdy, Leonard to exchange vows June 4

at First United Methodist Church, June 4, 2011 in Dyer.

All family and friends are invited and only out of town invitations will be sent.

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The Kenton School Music Program was held in the Kenton Gym last Sunday afternoonbefore a large number of attentive family members and friends of the students. Under thedirection of the school’s new Music Teacher, Jacob Abbott, the students’ classes united to perform “E-I-E-I-UhOh!” Dressed in apropos farmers’ garb, the students sang severalclassic tunes as well as lesser known songs before an appreciative crowd. The occasionaljoke and riddle interspersed by the students throughout the performance as well as themany “barnyard animals” in their very cute costumes added a comedic touch evoked greatlaughter from the audience.

Congratulations to the students and Mr. Abbott on all their hard work and a job well done! Also held on Sunday was the Annual Art Show. The gymwas “artfully” decorated with the many masterpieces created by the art students. Not only were they on display but they were up for Auction. Bidders could place silent bids on their favorite selections in hope of owning them. The talented students were taught by their new Art Teacher Ms. G. Congratulations Ms. G and students on such a wonderfulArt Show and Auction!

Miss Addyson Lamar was honored with a birthday party Saturday evening in her homeby her parents, Cynthia and Luke Lamar. Four year old “Addy” had many friends and family at her party, including: Richard and Mary Sturgill of Newbern, Brittany Sturgill of Martin, Ronnie and Cindy Lamar of Kenton, Betty Honea, of Newbern, Jimmy and Shirley of Newbern,Laurie and Ashton of Hornbeak, Grant and Tonya Martin of Kenton, Micah Ritter of Kenton, Brandon, Kelly, Maddie, Mary, and Mallory Norton

of Dyersburg, and Jesse and Elaine Davidson of Union City and her big sister Molly. Addy received many lovely gifts and enjoyed the hamburger, hotdog, Princess Tianna cupcakes and ice-cream dinner and playing with all her friends.

Kaleb Ciaramitaro competed in the Boy Scouts Pinewood Derby last week in Dyer. He placed 2nd overall in this very competitive event. Congratulations Kaleb!

The countdown started months ago but is now down to a matter of days before the muchanticipated Kenton School Reunion on May 28! It will start at 2 p.m. with the reservation onlydinner to be at 6 p.m. Reservations can still be made this week. Contact Billy Wyrick at 749-5539 or Virginia Davidson at 749-5258. Don’t let it pass you by, mark your calendarso you won’t miss your opportunity to see your former classmates and old friends and catchup on old times. It will prove to be the highlight of your social calendar.

Food for thought: I smiled today because of you, a child singing a song. I smiled todaywhen you smiled, it warmed me all day long. I smiled today when you gave me a hug,your arms wrapped ‘round my waist. I smiled today each time I thought, of your sweet andprecious face.

Prayer list: Easton Hopper, Amanda Davis, Jimmy Simmons, Bruce Lane, Joe Smith, JudyWebb, Virginia and Elmer Williams, Doris and Sam Weatherly, Gwen Rickard, Carol and BobbyPrimrose, Elaine and Jesse Davidson, Racine Hodges, Cathy and Henry Herane, Lil and W.T.Wardlow, Regina Miller, Sally Copeland, Eurby Sanders, Freda Lamar, David Stephenson, Paul Lee Williams, and Clint McLodge.

JERRY B. DUCK Kenton – Funeral services for Jerry B. Duck, 66, were

held May 15, 2011, at Leitherland Funeral Home Kenton chapel. Brother Dennis Cleek officiated the services. Burial was held at Sunnyside Cemetery.

Mr. Duck passed away May 13, 2011, at his residence. He worked at Sarah Lee Sanitation Dept. and was a member of Kenton Church of God.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar Robert and Edrie Duck.

He is survived by his wife, Janice Duck of Kenton, three daughters, Jessica Duck of Kenton, Shelia Bruff of Jonesboro, AR, and Pam Horde of Troy, four brothers, Larry Duck, Russell Duck, Ray Duck and Charles Duck, two sisters, Sarah Clifton and Mary Helen Vestel, four grandchildren, Travis Medley, Adlene Bruff, Colton Bruff and Jase Ellison, and one great grandchild, Alliyatt Medley.

THOMAS J.L. “POP” HOPPER Rutherford - Funeral services for Thomas J. L. “Pop”

Hopper, 84, were May 15, 2011, at Salem United Methodist Church of Rutherford with Brother Joe Skelton officiating the services. Interment followed in Salem United Methodist Church Cemetery of Rutherford.

Pop passed away from this life on May 12, 2011, at his home. Pop was born September 26, 1926 in Rutherford; the son of the late Thomas Monroe and Laddie Bell Newsom Hopper. He had retired from Rodgers Construction.

J. L. is survived by two sons, Jimmy Hopper with wife Betty and Danny Hopper, both of Rutherford; one daughter, Doris Hopper of Trenton; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his son, Mike Hopper. The family received friends from 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at the Salem United Methodist Church of Rutherford.

Karnes and Son Funeral Home was honored to serve the family of Pop Hopper.

Although the weather was cloudy and cool Sunday, we had a very good day at St. Paul. We started with a wonderful Sunday School lesson and Pastor Pounds delivered a good message even though he was not feeling well. His title was “What is Man: found in Psalm 8:1-9. We sang congregational songs since our musician, Lenny Banks, had to work. Sis Tenthy Pounds has been sick for two weeks and we really miss her presence. After service, Sophrina Moore and her friend drove Rev. Pounds home.

Our love and sympathy is extended to the families of Mrs. Ople Doaks Johnson and Mrs. Darlene Williams. Mary Warren, Elizabeth Wade and I along with several others in the community attended Mrs. Johnson funeral Sunday afternoon.

Harriette Alford and I shopped in Jackson last week and ate lunch at Ryan’s Betty Belmont and I visited Michelle Skinner in Collierville Thursday. Michelle traveled to Denver,

CO. Friday to attend a convention pertaining to her job.

I had a really Happy Mother’s Day last Sunday. After preaching a wonderful Mother’s Day message, her topic “Honor Your Mother:” found in Exdous 20:12, Michelle carried me out to dinner at The Bar and Grill at Humboldt. Those dining with me were James, Lil Sarah, Rodney, Michelle and Mary Warren.

County Line Lodge #68 and Naomi Chapter #265 OES held their Annual Scholarship Banquet last Saturday night. Rev. Kenny Craig, pastor of Fairview M.B. church of Dyer was out dynamic speaker. Mt. Orange Choir of Trenton provided the wonderful music. WE thank everyone who attended, because without you our banquet would not have been the great success that it was.

Those having birthdays are: Maria Alford, John Mays, Micah Pitts, Jerry Warren, Geraldine Grice, and Billy Skinner. We wish them Happy Birthday. God bless and have a good week.

Wednesday evening our minister, Brother Corey Meggs led in prayer requests and praise service. Wallace Alford, chairman of deacons, conducted the monthly business meeting. Brother Corey continued the study of “New Life in Christ” by speaking on “Calling, the ministry of spiritual growth.” HE explained that we all have a calling from God. Each is called to serve, it is up to us to determine in what way. God gives each a special gift, what is yours?

Sunday morning the ladies and children of New Hope were treated to a delicious breakfast prepared by the men of the church. Brother Stephen Powell our minister of students, conducted the devotion, Psalm 23, pointing to Jesus as our good Shepard.

We welcomed visitors for Sunday school and the morning worship service. For our special music Brother Terry Owens and Scarlett Russell sang, “God’s still faithful.” Brother Corey’s morning message, “Unite ourselves to Christ” was from 1 Timothy 3:8-13. He explained the duties of a pastor, which is to be a Shepard, and a deacon is to be a servant. One point he gave us is to be a Shepard, and a deacon is to be a servant. One point he gave us is wisdom is fear of God. How is your walk with God, are you serving Him and living for others?

We welcomed Macy Neal into New Hope as she accepted Christ. Sunday evening service began with time of testimony. Brother Corey preached on “how

God knows all about us but loves us anyway” taken from Psalm 139:1-24 We are commanded to let God read our heart, search us and know us. You are worth Him dying for.

There will be no evening services next Sunday due to Baccalaureate at Gibson County High School. Congratulations to all our graduates.

Please remember the many on our prayer list. Brother Andy King suffers with back trouble, Amy Powell and little Miss Hadley Morgan Powell who was born on Mother’s day at 12:06 a.m. She weighed 7 pounds and was 19 inches long, Mrs. Lucille Selph and Mrs. Hazel Shanklin.

Joke of the day: A preached died and was waiting in line at the pearly gates. Ahead of him is a fellow in jeans, Leather jacket, and a tattoo on his arm. “Who are you so I’ll know whether to let you into the Kingdom of Heaven?” He says “I’m Tom so and so and I drove a taxicab in New York City.” Saint Peter looks at his list, says, “Take this silk robe and gold staff and enter the kingdom. Then he calls next, a preacher steps up, sticks out his chest and says, “I’m the reverent Jimmy Tapscott, pastor of First Baptist Church for 43 years.” Saint Peter look at the list, says “Take this flour sack robe and hickory stick and enter the Kingdom.” Preacher says, “that man drove a taxi and he gets a silk robe and a gold staff?” Saint Peter says, “When you preacher, people slept, when he drove people prayed!”

Rutherford 1st Baptist By Kathrine Blankenship

Another school year is coming to an end, for some this will be a time of fun, some getting ready for college, and some getting jobs.

Congratulations to Blake Simpson and Jo Beth Turner from Gibson County High and Mixon Moore received a bachelor of arts degree in Spanish from UT Martin.

The choir sang, “when I think about the Lord” for special music for the morning service.

Brother Jason’s message “Give “til it Hurts” was taken from Mark 12:41-44.

After The service the Brazil Mission Team sponsored a Hamburger/hot dog fundraiser. They will be leaving in a couple of weeks.

Sunday night we saw the movie “Time Changer.”

Beverly Dunn is having knee surgery this week, we pray she has a speedy recovery since she is expecting a new grand baby in June.

Shirley and Bill Hester are going to Florida to bring their grandson home for a month for a visit. Shirley is also having knee surgery in June.

Remember the families who have lost loved ones this week, Jerry Duck and J.L. Hopper (Pop Hop) as he was known.

Those having birthdays this week, Conner Bell, Frankie Hall, Mallory Richardson, Allison Dunn Pitcher and Bob Wilson. Until next week, God bless.

Bethpage By Joyce Brown

Hello Bethpage friends. We’ve had another busy but interesting week. Sunday worship began with a beautiful arrangement of “It Is Well With My Soul” by Janice and Tina during quiet time.

Call to worship was “Jesus, Something About That Name.” As I am typing this email, Love Worth Finding is on my TV and the Belleview choir is singing that same song. No matter how big or small the choir or how trained or not the voices, there is still something about the name of Jesus that encourages us and calms the strongest storms and promises us life eternal. Praise the name of Jesus. Bro. James talked to a large number of preacher’s pals about listening to God’s voice. It was a lesson for all of us. Two of those on the front pew had birthdays last week. Nick and Aleigha, grandchildren of Mike and Lynne Greene brought their money and had the birthday song just for them. Bro. James then preached from Gal 3:10-14, “The Death We Live With.”

For Sunday night service we were blessed to have Joan Gregory come and minister in song. It was such a good concert, with some songs I had not heard before and a sweet spirit among all who attended. If you get an opportunity to hear her, you will surely be blessed.

Sympathy is extended to the J L Hopper family as his funeral was on Sunday. Another old friend from the Goodluck community will surely be missed.

Congratulations go to Curt Cochran, Caitlyn Meadows and Matt Smith as they received their college degrees at the University of Tennessee at Martin graduation Saturday. Best

wishes to them as they face the future God has for them. Many family and friends attended this event.

Saturday evening, Roger and Beth hosted a dinner to celebrate this accomplishment. A yard full of family and some of their college cronies came to enjoy the food and yes, playing together.

The Kenton School Relay for Life team put together a great night of entertainment that a good crowd attended. It was “A Night At the Opry” Saturday night at the gym and served as a fundraiser for the battle against cancer. There is some tremendous talent in our area and it was fantastic fun. If you missed it, you’ll surely be hearing about it. Some of these performers should be on the professional circuit. All I can say is “wow!” I hear they raised almost $1000. Good job, guys and girls.

The Littleton clan all enjoyed eating at Reelfoot Lake on Sunday to celebrate family birthdays in May, including Kirk, Lucas, Riley, Andy, Lacy, and Matt. Also, Riley and Jean’s anniversary

was the 14th so they had a lot to celebrate. Best wishes to all of you.

We’re still missing Mrs Oneida as she was not feeling well enough to attend church today. Get well soon, friend.

From the Pastor’s pen: Here we are born to toil and suffer weariness, but in Heaven, fatigue is never know. Here, rest is partial. There, it is perfect. There, all are at rest; and have attained an eternity of it, something that can only be attained in Christ. “Come unto Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.” Matt 11:28.

When you’re ready please read 1John 3:3 “When He appears, we shall be like Him. This is because we shall see Him as He as He is” (1 John 3:2) now there’s hope, every one of us with that hope in us purifying himself. “And all who have this eager expectation will keep themselves pure just as he is pure.” 1 John 3:3 New Living Translation.

Jesus told His disciples, “If you love Me, keep My commandments, and I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever, the Sprit of truth whom the world cannot receive because it neither sees Him nor know a Him, but you know Him, for he dwells with you and will be in you” John 14:15-17 NKJV. Sounds impossible but He will be just like Jesus and He will be in you, in each of us. Ordinary men didn’t say that Jesus said that about us. “if you know that He is righteous you know that everyone who practices righteousness is born of Him” 1 John 2:29 NKJV. Born of who? Him, the Lord God.

When I was that rebellious

kid, my mother was studying the word and praying for me. I left her home at the age of 23. It old her (as I had before), “I don’t want anything to do with your Bible or God or church. When I get out of here. I will never got o church again.! My mom and dad were doing the right thing, at this point (back then) what’s a mother to do with a rebellious kid like me? First John 3:2 explains that when Jesus returns, we’ll be like Jesus is now.

We’ll see Him as He sees now. Only amazing love could do that. This is because we’re the children of God, each one of us, an individual child of our Father in heaven. That’s hard for us to think about and comprehend. “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name, who were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God” John 1:12-13 NKJV.

What would Jesus say? “Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God” John 3:3 NKJV.

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The Golden Agers met in the fellowship hall of the Dyer FBC May 11 with 16 present including to everyone’s delight, Sue Harper, who had not attended in quite a while. Vice President Jane Forsythe asked God’s blessings for the food and everyone well.

Kenny McEwen led the prayer for those ill or facing tests or surgery, including, Jim Brackeen, Nell Needham, Alice Williams, Jimmy Draper and Barbara Watson. Brother Johnny Watson remembered in prayer in the loss of his brother.

Kenny Shirley Shull led the group in singing “Praise The Lord: and

“Breathe on Me” tot he piano accompaniment of Anne Thompson. She also accompanied Kenny’s solo, “Just Any Day Now.”

In the absence of Brother Goodgine who was with a church member at the emergency room of the hospital. B.O. Booth brought the morning’s devotional.

B.O.’s topic was the burning direction by Jesus for every Christian to witness, and he chose Luke 14:16-24, concerning the parable of “The Great Supper” as his text.

As Bible readers recall, those invited originally made idle excuses, as we do in telling others about Jesus’ invitation, and they

did not come. The master of the house expanded his invitation as he sought his servants to ask everyone for his house was huge and the feast enormous. Again the master urged his servants to compel everyone to come in and share in the feast. Surprising to his listeners was B.O.’s admitting that he has hesitation to press the invitation of salvation to others that he knows, but possesses complete freedom on the mission field. However, he stated witnessing is not a suggestion but a command by God, and the feast is awaiting all those willing to accept. People need to hear the good news.

Our Sunday School assembly time began with scripture reading by Gene Norman and also a word of testimony concerning his experience at Wal-Mart where he heard a small child singing “Amazing Grace” while waiting in line. He also shared the many events that are coming up at North Union in the next few weeks, which include a trip to Columbus Belmont Park in Kentucky, an over-night at Camp Clark Williamson, and a day of fishing and swimming at the pastor’s house.

We also have graduations and a wedding coming up soon. Our three high school graduates are Lauren Whitley, Rheannah Young, and Matthew Quast.

Katie Rickman has completed the eighth grade

and Dylan Joyce recently graduated from UTM.

Sally Baird’s children’s message used a wrapped gift as an object lesson. The outside of the package is visible to us, but the “gift” is found on the inside. 1 Timothy 4:11 tells us to “not neglect the gift that is in you.” Each of our young people are indeed a gift from God and we are proud of them.

Filling in for Bro. Don this week was Chris Marks. He brought a good message entitled, “Time.” His scripture came from Ephesians 5:15-22. During our evening service we took a test that helped us to evaluate our understanding of the part we need to be taking in evangelism.

The bridal tea for Brittany Smith was well attended and

she received many needed items. Brittany and Will are planning a June 18th wedding.

Bob Taylor is hospitalized in Jackson and we sure missed him at church. Bob always sees that the church doors are opened and that the thermostat is set just right. Get well soon.

Joyce Downing spent several days at Camp Bluebird this past week. This camp ministers to cancer patients and Joyce was in charge of fishing. It’s a hard job, but somebody had to do it!

Robert Joyce and Cody Cooper traveled all the way to Oklahoma to attend a steer-wrestling event. Royce Turner is traveling this week also.

Hopefully, I’ll see them, and you, in church next Sunday.

Our Sunday morning church services began with the hymn “He Keeps Me Singing.” Bro. John Fields opened us in prayer.

We all dismissed to our Sunday school classes.Christy Skelton opened the adult class in prayer before doing a good job teaching us our lesson, “Be Focused,” from Colossians 3:1-17. Christians are to focus on attitudes and actions that befit new life in Christ. Mike Fields closed class in prayer.

Our Sunday morning worship service began with Elaine Fields playing the piano and Mike Fields leading us in the hymns “In My Heart There Rings a Melody” and “We Gather Together.” Dakota Warren opened us in prayer.

Bro. Steve welcomed everyone into the Lord’s house and made many announcements. We all shared in a time of praise reports. Many hugs and handshakes were shared as we all enjoyed our time of meet and greet with our church family and visitors. We thank the Lord for our visitors.

Bro. Steve blessed us with our special music as he sang “There Will be Peace in the Valley.”

Bro. Steve’s message “The Weeping Prophet,” was from Jeremiah 2:4-13. Gary Anderson dismissed services in prayer as the hymn “Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling” was sung.

After services we recognized and congratulated all our upcoming graduates Kelsey Fields, Derek White, Gary Anderson, Adam Askew and Doressa Anderson.May faith be the light that guides your footsteps, may God’s love go before you

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discipleship training hour began with the hymn “Till the Storm Passes By.” Stephen Fields opened us in prayer. We dismissed to our classes.

Mike Fields opened the adult class in prayer then did a good job teaching us our lesson, “The United Church” from Acts 2:46. What unexpected blessings might we receive from God if the church always gathered together in unity? Shirley King closed us in prayer.

Our Sunday night worship hour began with Elaine

Fields playing the piano and Mike Fields leading us in the hymns “Rescue the Perishing” and “Count Your Blessing.” The youth blessed us with our special music as they sang “Deep and Wide.”

Bro. Steve’s message “Mothers of the Bible” was about Hannah’s prayer of praise from 1 Samuel 2:1-10. Services dismissed with everyone singing the hymn “Jesus is Calling.”

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Sports & EducationGCHS Pioneers softball season ends

BY LEE ATKINS GCHS HEAD FOOTBALL COACHThe Pioneers will be

fully implementing the WISHBONE offensive scheme this spring. We toyed with some aspects of it in the last few games of the 2010 campaign. Our staff believes this scheme gives us the best chance for victories in the fall. It has been two and a half years since the Pioneers won a football game. We lost over a dozen seniors to graduation and there will be many ‘shoes to fill.’

Senior Michael Keel and junior Zac Walton will be competing this spring for the starting position as an option QB. Both players will see

BY LORI CATHEYThe Gibson County

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In the first game the Lady Pioneers defeated Haywood 5 to 4. Gibson County scored one in the first when Chelsea Joyce scored and one in the second when Chelsea Glidewell scored. Haywood had a big fourth inning with four consecutive singles and a sac fly to score four runs. The Lady Pioneers answered right back in the fifth inning with Anna Santaniello leading off with a double, Joyce hitting a singe and then Shelley Simpson hitting a single to the outfield scoring them both. The score remained tied until the bottom of the 7th when Chelsea Joyce scored on Mary-Eliazbeth Miller’s single to the outfield.

The winning pitcher was Anna Paige Fuqua with 3 strikeouts, Chelsea Joyce was 3 for 4 with 3 runs scored and 2 stolen bases, Anna Santaniello was 2 for 4, with 1 run scored and 1 double, Mary-Elizabeth

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GCHS has football updatetime at the position through the season due to the nature of the QB position in the wishbone offense. Senior Michael Keel led the team in rushing yards last season and will share time in the backfield with seniors Javon Sowell and Zac Cross. Junior Trey Wiese will return at the FB position and he will be supported by Junior Justice Conley. Junior Marquee Brown and senior Bernard Chambers may split time at the Z-Back position in the bone and other RB’s will be competing for those coveted backfield positions. On the offensive line and at the TE positions we anticipate the following players sharing

time: Cameron Johnson, Clayton Yarbro, Marcaus Bailey, Drew Scobey, Jake Wylie, Jason Norman, and Levi Atkins. Several under classmen will be competing for positions on the offensive line.

On the defensive side of the ball, seniors Michael Keel and Clayton Yarbro return from the 2010 All District Team as the leading tacklers. Marquee Brown, Zac Walton, and Bernard Chambers will join underclassmen in competition for a position in the defensive secondary. Several other players will also see time as defensive backs. Trey Wiese, Justin Conley, Dustin Murdoch and sophomore Danny Evans will split time as outside linebackers in a shifting 34/52 defense. Bailey, Atkins, Johnson, Wylie, Norman, and Scobey will see action on the defensive line.

Michael Keel will see time again on special teams as the team kicker, sharing time as punter with Drew Scobey and several others. The Pioneers must have help from their special teams this season to see success on the gridiron. We hope to get the ‘monkey off our back’ early in the season and start a winning tradition in Northern Gibson County. Homecoming will be very special this year. We play South Gibson HS the first time in a varsity football game.

THE END OF THE INNING - Third baseman Miranda Barron fields a bunt attempt and throws out a Martin hitter to end the inning. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

OUT AT FIRST BASE - Gibson County Kelly Parks makes a put out at first base. The Lady Pioneers defeated Haywood 5 to 4. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

WAITING AT HOME - Lady Pioneer Shelley Simpson waits to tag out a Martin runner at home plate after a great throw from first baseman Kelly Parks. (Photo by Lori Cathey)

Miller was 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs, Shelley Simpson was 1 for 3 with 2 RBIs.

In game two, Gibson County lost to Martin Westview 9 to 3 on Thursday. Martin Westview was the number 1 seed in the tournament. The Lady Chargers scored early with 2 in the first and added 1 in the 3rd and 1 in the 4th to have a 4 - 0 lead.

The Lady Pioneers battled back and scored 3 runs in the 5th inning when Anna Santaniello reached on an error and Chelsea Joyce reached on a fielder’s choice. Shelley Simpson hit a hard grounder through the center fielder’s legs that scored 3 runs. Martin struck back in the next inning when the Pioneers made three errors on throws to first and scored 4 more runs. They added 1 more run in the 7th inning. With the exception of the 5th inning, the Lady Pioneers played a great game against a team that ended up winning the District tournament.

Anna Paige pitched 6 innings and picked up 3 more strikeouts. Shelley Simpson was 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored.

On Friday the Lady Pioneers faced Obion Co. in their final game. The

first 4 innings of the game saw both teams pitchers showing how good they were. Neither team was able to score. In the bottom of the 5th Obion County was able to score first when they had a lead off walk with the next batter reaching on a bad throw to first. By the end of the inning, Obion County had put 4 runs on the board.

The Lady Pioneers battled back at their next at bat, Miranda Barron leading off with a single and Chelsea Joyce scoring her with a triple off the fence. Shelley Simpson followed with a double and scored when Kelley Parks singled to get on base. The inning ended with the bases loaded with two strikeouts with Gibson County losing to Obion County 4 to 3. The Pioneers held Obion in the bottom of the 6th, but were unable to score in the top of the 7th to end their season.

Leading Gibson County were: Chelsea Joyce 2 for 4 with 1 run scored, 1 RBI, 1 triple and 1 stolen base, Shelley Simpson was 1 for 3 with 1 run scored, 1 RBI, and 1 walk, Miranda Barron was 1 for 3 with 1 run scored and 1 walk. Anna Paige pitched 6 innings with 3 strikeouts.

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The ride was an 85-mile route through Gibson County going by the Taylor home place east of Bradford, with one stop at the Shell Station in Medina, who provided complimentary water for the riders. We are deeply indebted to Sheriff Chuck Arnold, Capt. Roger Gray and all the officers who assisted in the ride.

We would like to thank “The Victory” 93.7, 92.3 FM, Food Rite in Dyer, the Milan

Mirror-Exchange in Milan, the Tri-City Reporter in Dyer, the Herald Gazette in Trenton, the Courier Chronicle in Humboldt, Ben Edwards and Burks Beverage in Dyersburg, Channel 7 News in Jackson, all the bikers and riders who participated, and last but certainly not least, Pastor DeWayne Goodgine, the staff, and all the members of Dyer First Baptist who gave of their time and money so generously to make this day possible.

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appreciated by the Barron family. Larry and Joyce Taylor, father of Brad Taylor, also extend their appreciation as well.

We hope the day was pleasing to Tanya and family, as well as the Taylor and Barron families, and most of all, that God’s Kingdom will be advanced by the events of the day.We are sorry if we missed thanking you! But just in case, thank you!Blessings from, Spoke Raines, Tony Jones, Kenny Marvin, and Doug Duncan; organizers of the event.

EVENT ORGANIZERS - Tanya Taylor Family Memorial Mission Fund bike ride organizers, along with Barrons and church pastor are (from left) Doug Duncan, Tony Jones, Ronnie Barron, Selene Barron, Pastor DeWayne Goodgine, Kenny Marvin, and Spoke Raines. (lower photo) Eighty five riders participated in the annual event.

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GCHS BASEBALL TEAM MEMBERS NAMED TO ALL DISTRICT - Gibson County Senior Taylor Landrum (left) was named to the All-District team. Landrum had a 3.16 ERA and had a batting average of 310 for the season. According to Max Preps Landrum is ranked 45 in the State of Tennessee with his 3.16 ERA. Freshman Taylor McKinney was selected for All-District Tournament team. McKinney was 5 of 11 hitting for a .455 batting average and had a on base percentage of 583 for the District 13-AA Tournament.

On Tuesday, May 10, 2011, the Gibson County Special School District held a luncheon to recognize and honor their Teacher of the Year winners for the 2010-2011 school year. Those honored were selected by their peers at the local school level and then each competed through an interview process to be selected at the system level. The special event included a delicious lunch prepared by the GCHS Culinary Arts Class under the instruction of Mrs. Tammy Zarecor. Following the lunch, each teacher was recognized by their principal and presented with a plaque, a hanging plant from the GCHS Greenhouse, and a gift card. The Gibson County Special School District appreciates the hard work and dedication that these teachers provide each day in the classroom.

TOP 3 DISTRICT WINNERS – The top three District Winners for Teacher of the Year, selected by a committee of supervisors and principals, are (from left) Deborah Allen (Grades 5 – 8), Beth Cathey (Grades 9 – 12) and Christie Strayhorn (Grade K – 3).

(MMS) and Judy Lones (Rutherford), (back row from left) Amanda Cary (GCHS), Debbie Abbott (Spring Hill), Amy Thornton (Dyer), Erica DuRall (Dyer), Stacy Klein (MES), Christie Strayhorn (MMS), andBeth Cathey (SGCHS)

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DHS Class of ‘61 holds reunion

GCHS Relay For life team working to ‘flush out cancer’

BY WILLIAM G. MCFARLAND

Gibson County High School Relay for Life team members are working to “Flush Out Cancer and to Wipe It Away.”

Their most recent project began this past week and should that project appear in your yard, you are asked

to comply with the wishes of team members.

The project is in the form of a decorated Relay for Life moveable commode complete with white petunias and purple verbenas.

This project has proved to be a tremendous success in other communities and the

plans are the same for the GCHS team.

Individuals are asked to contribute $20 towards Relay for Life in order to get the Relay “Flush out Cancer” commode removed. The $20 does not guarantee that the Relay Commode will not return. A $35 dollar donation will guarantee that the Relay Commode will not return.

Recipients of the Relay Commode may recommend the next stop for this ‘Wipe Out’s’ stop. Team members will deliver, pick up, and redeliver this beautifully decorated commode. A form under the toilet seat gives the instructions for required procedures.

So, when the Relay Commode makes a stop at your yard, please smile and pass it on to someone else after you have made your donation.

FLUSH OUT CANCER - Gibson County High School Relay for Life Team Members Bob McClain and Jim Hughes make a pick up after delivering the “Flush Out Cancer” Relay for Life Comode to a friend’s yard.

DHS CLASS OF 1961 50TH REUNION - Among those attending the 50th year cass reunion of the Dyer High School Class of 1961 were (seated, left to right) Louise Grissom Flowers, Patsy Flowers Johnstone, Sarah Mathis Jacobs, Shirley Keathley Pipkin, Carol Stockton Mannon, Alice Ball McCutcheon, Wanda James Wright, Phillip Anglin, (first row standing)

The DHS Class of 1961 celebrated their 50th Reunion at the home of Tommy and Reba Finch beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 14th 2011.

Upon arrival the guests began to greet one another and reminisce about their school days. Mr. Finch’s farm shop was beautifully decorated in the school colors of blue and white for the event.

A choreographed video of their school years in Dyer along with historical pictures of down town was shown throughout the evening by John Taylor, organizer of the event.

Mrs. Finch read a poem entitled ‘Our 50th Class Reunion’ to the crowd amidst much laughter.

Special recognition was given to a former teacher, Mrs. Alice Ernest. She was presented a special gift by Mrs. Finch. Ernest entertained with a special speech.

Special recognition

Carl Hanks, Janet Oliver Thompson, Melba Owens Gilmore, Carolyn Dunagan Copeland, Harry Barkley, Buddy Harpole, Frank Bailey, Richard Owens, John Bonds, Patsy London Reed, Jerry Mercer, (back row) Marion Flowers, Cleatus Woods, Gary Fesmire, James Meadows, Jimmy Harrison, Russell Watt, John Taylor, Melvin Pipkin, and Tommy Finch.

with sadness was given at the naming of deceased classmates.

Surprise entertainment for the event was an Elvis impersonator from Jackson, who wooed the crowd with songs to bring back fond memories!

Mr. Finch prepared tasty BBQ which was accompanied by King’s Catering delicious side dishes. A special dessert table was set up with a beautiful three-tiered white cake with butter crème icing along with decorative roses. The top layer of the cake displayed the silver DHS monogrammed letters. Blue punch continued the Dyer School color theme.

Several presentations and gifts were given coinciding with the Class Reunion theme. This was a great night of togetherness, fond memories, picture taking with many hugs and tears shared by all. A great reunion was had by all with a 5-year reunion in the works.

I would like to sponsor a flag for $25.00. Check #________ Cash_______Name ______________________________________________________Address ____________________________________________________Phone ______________________________________________________Email ______________________________________________________Flag dedicated in Honor (or Memory) of ____________________________________________________________________________________Please return to: Jeremy Tate ,C/O Gibson County High School, PO Box 190, Dyer, TN 38330

BY MICHAEL ENOCHSA new business has

opened this past Saturday with a Grand Opening celebration at 10 a.m. on the corner of College and Poplar streets in the heart of downtown Kenton.

Tennessee Poor Boys Barbecue and Catering Service, owned by Jim and

TENNESSEE POOR BOYS GRAND OPENING – On Saturday, May 14, Tennessee Poor Boys Barbecue and Catering had their grand opening in Kenton. Pictured at the opening are: from left, State Representative, Bill Sanderson; the Anderson’s daughter-in-law, Casey Thorpe, proprietor Jim Anderson, holding grand daughter Chloe Thorpe; proprietor Betty Anderson with grand daughter Stormy Thorpe (Stormy was born during the tornado of 2006); the Anderson’s son, John Thorpe; State Representative, Curtis Halford; and the Anderson’s daughter, Mary Wilson, holding grand daughter Izzebell Thorpe.

Betty Anderson, is open for business featuring a 105-year-old barbecue recipe handed down from Betty Anderson’s great, great, grandmother.

The Anderson’s reported, “We make all our own rubs and sauces from scratch, the old fashioned Southern way.”

Indeed the old fashioned Southern way has proven to be the best way; the Anderson’s have won several barbecue championships in Oklahoma and Texas. The Andersons also offer a full line of catering services and regularly cater to the local Lions Clubs, churches and other events.

Tenn. Poor Boys Barbecuein Kenton holds grand opening

from page 1the GCHS Band practice field (facing Hwy. 45) May 28-June 4 as we celebrate Memorial Day throughout our nation.

Anyone interested in purchasing a flag may contact Lori Littleton at 731-225-9729.

You may also mail in a request by completing the following information and returning to the listed address:

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NEW DRUM MAJORS - The 2011-2012 Drum Majors for the GCHS Marching Pioneers, Mary Beth Chandler (left), daughter of Todd and Jennifer Chandler of Kenton and Frankie Hall, daughter of Greg and Patty Hall of Rutherford, display one of the flags available for purchase for the Field of Flags fundraiser.

‘Z’ Party Place holds grand opening, ribbon cutting

Z PARTY PLACE RIBBON CUTTING - Among those attending the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Z Party Place held Friday, May 13th were Hope Graves, Cindy East, Candy Patterson, Kristi Greene, April Sweo, Tomesa Speer, Felicia Huey, Tabitha Cowan, Vicki Huey, Melissa Workman, Tonya Stafford, Pam Bell, Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon, Cindy

Hollomon, Barbara Pack, Rhonda Stafford, Amber Crooms, Danielle Gwara-owner, Tom Gwara, Marilyn Williamson, Sherry Vaughn, Carrie Beth Branch, Rutherford Mayor Keith Cardwell, Alderwoman Kathy Keith, Jimmie Spain, Kenra Caldwell, Ashley Cole, Maigon Shanklin, Pennye Cole, Darla Crenshaw, Phyllis Wainscott, and Liz Wainscott.

BY CINDY EASTA Grand Opening and

Ribbon Cutting were held at ‘Z’ Party Place Friday, May 13th in Rutherford. A crowd of supporters attended including several officials and a dozen or more ‘zumbaholics’ who attend classes regularly. Fruit cups, water and cupcakes were served. Many of the die-hard Zumba participants wore bright green or pink ‘Z’ Party Place t-shirts to show their support.

‘Z’ Party Place is a Zumba fitness center owned by Danielle Gwara, a certified Zumba instructor. Fellow Zumba instructors Hope Graves, April Sweo, Carrie Beth Branch, Phyllis Wainscott and Elizabeth Wainscott attended in support of Danielle.

Gwara began classes in the area last November in various rented facilities. As attendance grew, Gwara began looking for a permanent

location to rent. She found the perfect spot in the former Kellwood Outlet building space and officially opened there in April. The address is 441 North Trenton Street in Rutherford.

Gwara has expanded classes since opening ‘Z’ Party Place. Classes are held Mondays at 3:30 and 6:30 p.m.; Tuesdays at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m. Saturdays are available for private parties, and Zumbathons. The 10 a.m. classes are low impact (seniors).

Gwara is planning and designing a Zumbatomic Camp for this summer. Zumbatomic is Zumba for kids. The camp will be a week-long event and will give kids an idea what Zumba is all about. The camp will end with a performance for the parents by the kids on Friday.

“I feel so blessed, “ said Gwara. “Everybody has been wonderful and I’m so proud of everybody who has worked hard and is getting healthy.”

SHOW SUPPORT - Maigon Shanklin, Darla Crenshaw, Pennye Cole and Pam Bell, all employees of the Gibson County Sheriff Department, atteneded the ‘Z’ Party Place grand openeing in support of Danielle Gwara (center) last Friday. All four of the women attend classes.

ATTEND GRAND OPENING - Barbara Pack and Tabitha Cowan enjoy a fruit cup during the ‘Z’ Party Place grand opening. Cowan is the process of her getting her Zumba instructor certification.