News 2012

The Cannon County Election Offices will not be moving to a temporary location.  After a series of meetings and email exchanges, the State Fire Marshall Office’s which recently inspected the Adams Street Building and found 18 violations, gave the green light for early voting and daily business to continue.  The stipulations are that all both the back and front doors will be unlocked while the building is occupied and the partition wall located in the corridor between the election office and ambulance service be treated with a fire hydrant.  Cannon County Executive Mike Gannon, Thursday submitted a plan of corrective action which states that the doors on both ends of the hallway will be unlocked.  Emergency handles will be installed on all exterior doors to over ride the locks in the event of an emergency and the building will be upgraded as advised by the engineering firm to meet state codes  Early voting will run Oct. 17-Nov. 1. Citizens may vote from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday; and from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturdays. There will be two late voting nights. Citizens may vote from 4-7 p.m. on Oct. 25 and Nov 1. The Nursing Home voting will take place Oct. 25 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.  

Geoffrey H. Smallwood, MD, Chief Medical Officer of Baptist Hospital, part of  the Saint Thomas Health system, has been appointed by Capella Healthcare and Saint Thomas Health to the Capella-Upper Cumberland Healthcare Initiatives (UCHI) Board.  The UCHI Board is the governing body for the joint venture between Capella Healthcare and UCHI (an organization of physicians) that includes DeKalb Community Hospital in Smithville, Highlands Medical Center in Sparta, and Stones River Hospital in Woodbury.  These hospitals, along with River Park Hospital in McMinnville, are part of the Capella-Saint Thomas Health Services partnership. 
The Capella-UCHI Board provides guidance for the hospital CEOs who work in conjunction with their respective Boards of Trustees and medical staff leadership.  Capella representatives on the board  are Erik Swensson, MD, Chief Medical Officer of Capella; Mark Medley, President of Hospital Operations for Capella;  Michael Wiechart, SVP and Chief Operating Officer for Capella;  Bill Little, CEO of Highlands Medical Center and Dr. Smallwood.  UCHI representatives on the board are Hugh Don Cripps, MD (Smithville), Alan Drake, MD (Sparta), Doug Hooper, MD (Smithville), James Spurlock, MD (Woodbury) and Ty Webb, MD (Sparta).
 
“We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Smallwood to the Board,” said Mark Medley, speaking on behalf of the Capella-UCHI Board.  “His visionary leadership and collaborative approach will support our continued progress towards enhancing care for the communities we serve.  He has a commitment to this partnership and to our mission of providing the highest quality of care as we expand services and access for this region.”
 
As the chief medical officer for Baptist Hospital, Dr. Smallwood facilitates and aligns the interests of the hospital’s leadership and medical staff in an increasingly challenging health care environment.  Since 1991, prior to assuming his new position in May, Dr. Smallwood had been a practicing OB/GYN and member of the Baptist Hospital medical staff. As the chief OB/GYN at Baptist Hospital from 2009-2011, Dr. Smallwood helped improve the departmental process for better communication and decision-making among medical staff and, as part of a team, developed various patient safety initiatives for mothers and infants that align with the Tennessee Initiative for Perinatal Quality Care. 
 
After attending medical school at the Tulane University School of Medicine, Dr. Smallwood completed his internship in obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA Medical Center and his residency, also in obstetrics and gynecology, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He began his career in private practice at Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif., before coming to Nashville.
 

Reservations are now being taken for the Seventh History Hayride at Edgar Evins State Park, which will be held on Saturday, October 13 starting at 2 p.m. Admission is still only  $10 per person, including light refreshments, for this wholesome family friendly event. Participants are asked to arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled wagon departure time for registration and other pre-loading activities. 
The History Hayride sells out early every year so take time to make your reservations now by calling the park office at (931) 858-2114 or toll free at 1-800-250-8619. Cash or checks are due at the event, with a non-refundable advance deposit required for groups of four or more.
 
There will be nine wagon loads running about 30 minutes apart, stopping at ten or eleven sites where costumed re-enactors will portray characters and scenes representative of the history of the park and the area. The wagon trip will last approximately 90 minutes, departing from and returning to the Visitors Center where there will be cozy seating around the campfire and refreshments served inside.
 
Honoring the observance of the 150 year anniversary of the War Between the States there will be some new characters from that time period as well as some of the old favorites. The “old” characters include The Black Widow of Hazel Green and Melton the Moonshiner.  Lori Christensen, school teacher at McMinnville High and resident of Woodbury, will return as Mrs. Rylie League, the pistol packing mama of two Civil War soldiers. Ms. Christensen’s real life son, Garrett Christensen, will join the performers this year as Civil War Captain Prettyman “Purt” Jones.  
 
The History Hayride is presented by the Friends of Edgar Evins State Park, along with park and other TN State employees. Fount Bertram, President of the Friends of Edgar Evins State Parks, suggests people dress warmly in layers and bring a blanket for the hayride as it tends to get chillier on the wagons with winds coming off the lake. For more information visit the Friends website at http://foeesp.ne1.net
 
For those wishing to make this a weekend or overnight outing there are cabins and camping facilities at the park. Information will be available at the same phone numbers given for reservations. In addition, The Galley Restaurant at the marina will offer a 15% discount that evening for patrons of the hayride.    
 

The regular Cannon County High School Girls Volleyball season comes to a close tonight as the Lionettes host Livingston and Central Magnet in District contests.  The Lionettes are coming off a loss to Middle Tennessee Christian School 3 games to 1 with Middle Tennessee taking game one 25-14.  Cannon won game two 27-25 but the Lady Cougars won the next two in a row 25-16 and 25-21 to take the match.  Tonight’s schedule gets started with Cannon County taking on Warren County tonight at 4:30 with Varsity action.  Junior Varsity will play at 5:30 Tonight is Senior Night Varsity CCHS vs. MTCS
Set 1:  CCHS 14 – MTCS 25
Set 2:  CCHS 27 – MTCS 25
Set 3:  CCHS 16 – MTCS 25
Set 4:  CCHS 21 – MTCS 25
 
Kills:  Rebekah Faulkner 2, Abbey Spry 1, Marion Wallace 2
Assist:  Ariana Kailiponi 2, Abbey Spry 1, Marion Wallace 1
Block:  Rebekah Faulkner 1, Ariana Kailiponi 4
Tips:  Hannah Faulkner 2, Cheyenne Fann 1, Emily Sissom 2, Rebekah Faulkner 7, Ariana Kailiponi 4, Marion Wallace 2
Digs:  Emily Sissom 4, Rebekah Faulkner 3
 
 
JV CCHS vs. MTCS
Set 1:  CCHS 15 – MTCS 25
Set 2:  CCHS 14 – MTCS 25
 
Ace:  Catie Adams 1
Kills:  Emily Sissom 2
Back Row Kill:  Emily Sissom 1
Assist:  Emily Sissom 2
Tip:  Emily Sissom 1, Shawni Heery 1
Digs:  Emily Sissom 1, Haylee Mooneyham 1
 
 
 

 SMX Staffing at Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OHL) is hosting a hiring event for facility in La Vergne. The event will be on October 1-2, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (CST) at the Murfreesboro Career Center on 1313 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro. The warehouse associate positions are fast-paced and will require flexibility to accommodate various start times.
 
OHL is hiring for Material Handlers (Pickers, Packers, Stowers and Labelers) and Equipment Operators (Cherry-Picker/Stand-up Forklift, Sit-down Forklift, Electric Palette Jack, etc) for all shifts.
 Basic Qualifications:

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Must be able to stand for a minimum of 10 hrs.

Must be 18 years or older

Must have a flexible work schedule
 
The jobs will start out at a minimum of $10.00 per hour paid weekly. Full-time shifts are available and a benefits package is offered that includes medical, dental, and life insurance.  For more information about the hiring event contact Tyrone Parker at (615) 517-1038.
 
 
WHAT:              Hiring Event
 
WHEN:              October 1-2, 2012
                        9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (CST)
           
WHERE:            Tennessee Career Center at Murfreesboro
1313 Old Fort Parkway
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Staff Management | SMX is recruiting job seekers for full-time positions for an online multimedia distribution center in Lebanon. Interviews will take place from noon to 4:30 at the Tennessee Career Center in Lebanon, 155 Legends Drive Suite M, on Monday, October 1. 
“We’re pleased to help recruit for these jobs that will begin immediately,” said Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Karla Davis. “This is a great opportunity to walk in prepared and walk out with a job.”
 
Workers will be involved in packing and shipping customer orders in a warehouse environment. Openings are available for all shifts. Previous warehouse experience is preferred, but not required. Forklift experience is a plus. Starting pay is $10.50-$11.50. Applicants must adhere to strict safety, quality, and production standards. Attendance and punctuality are a must.
 
IMPORTANT Requirements:
– High school diploma or GED equivalent
– Standing entire shifts of eight to 12 hours
– Ability to lift/move products up to 49 pounds
– Pass pre-employment drug and background checks
– Must be 18 years old

The Cannon County Lions found out what it was like to cause turnovers for a change and convert them to points.  Even though they were overmatched by the Livingston Wildcats, they found a way to recover two Livingston fumbles and intercept a Livingston pass.  A Livingston fumble on a punt return turned into a Cannon County score late in the fourth quarter as Livingston still won the game 40-13.  Cody Petro scored both touchdowns for Cannon County in back to back possessions.  Even though Cannon County couldn’t post any signifcant offensive numbers they themselves held on to the football and didn’t lose any turnovers which has been their achilles heel for most of the previous 6 games in which they played.  Cannon County will now get ready for homecoming Friday night as they have a legitmate shot at grabbing their first win of the year.  Meigs County comes rolling into Woodbury Friday also winless at 0 and 7  

Friday marked the regular meeting of the Cannon County Grand Jury.  Those persons indicted during Friday’s session included:Carlton Martin for Aggravate Burglary, Domestic Assault, Vandalism, Theft of Property, and Driving while License Suspended.
Kenneth Anderson for Initiating the Process to Manufacture Methamphetamine, Manufacturing Methamphetamine, and Promotion of Manufacture of Methamphetamine.
Timothy Mears for Initiating the Process to Manufacture Methamphetamine, Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Promotion of Manufacture of Methamphetamine (2 Counts), and Maintaining a Dwelling.
Johnny Wilson for Theft of Property and Failure to Give Notice.
William R. Prater for Aggravated Burglary, Theft of Property, Vandalism, Underage Consumption and Inhaling for Unlawful Purpose.

The new regulations on public school lunches – championed by First Lady Michelle Obama and passed into law in 2010 – recently went into effect. This week, news coverage across the country has shown how these new requirements are leaving many school children hungry, not healthier.I am outraged by the Obama administration’s pursuit to regulate seemingly every aspect of our lives – down to even the food our children eat at school. Moreover, these new regulations are not only empowering government rather than parents, but are also negatively affecting the health of our children and grandchildren.
According to KidsHealth.org’s “A Guide to Eating Healthy for Sports,” active teens require 2,000 to 5,000 calories per day to adequately meet their growth and energy needs. However, the new regulations limit the intake to just 750-850 calories. These overly prescriptive, one-size-fits all requirements are depriving many students from their necessary calorie intake, leaving them hungry throughout the day. Furthermore, the strict menu requirements with limited food choices are resulting in some students forgoing lunch altogether.
This is exacerbating the problem of both child hunger and unhealthy eating habits and negatively impacts students’ performance in the classroom. The number of calories children need to be healthy – differs from student to student and from grade level to grade level. For these reasons, Representative Steve King (IA-R) introduced H.R. 6418, the “No Hungry Kids Act,” which would eliminate the calorie limits on school lunches.
As a mother, grandmother and nurse, I certainly understand the importance of our children and grandchildren getting nutritious lunches. Childhood obesity has tripled in the last thirty years. At home and in the classroom, we must teach our children about the importance of leading active lives and developing healthy eating habits. Improving education and empowering parents, not government are key to ensuring the health of our children and reversing the growing rates of childhood obesity.

A Middle Tennessee AMBER Alert has been issued for the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office for 9-year old Chloie Leverette and 7-year old Gage Daniel. The children were last seen on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at approximately 6:30 p.m. by a neighbor. Chloie and Gage lived with their grandparents at 730 Kingdom Road, Unionville, Tennessee. That home was destroyed by fire on Sunday night at approximately 9:30 p.m. After an extensive five day search, multiple fire experts have processed the scene and are unable to locate evidence that Chloie and Gage were victims of the fire.  The location of Chloie and Gage are unknown at this time.  If you have any information concerning the children, please contact the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.