News 2014

There will be a free food giveaway on Saturday.  It will start no later than 10:00 a.m. in the parking lot of First Methodist Church 502 West High Street Woodbury.  Please bring your own box, laundry basket, or container to put the food in.  Everyone is welcome.  This will be a “drive thru” distribution.  Cars should line up on High Street coming up the hill from College Street.  Each car will be directed through the parking lot of First Methodist and out through the First Baptist Church parking lot.  There will be a limit of food for two families per vehicle, in order to allow the church to serve as many families as possible.  For more information contact the church office at 563-2135.  

The hunt is on for a 2003 Blue Dodge Durango after the vehicle was reported stolen Sunday.  According to Cannon County Sheriff’s Reports, Sgt. Melanie McCormick was dispatched to a Big Holl Road residence in reference to a stolen vehicle.  Upon arrival Sgt. McCormick spoke to Dustin Sissom who stated that on Saturday he went to the residence to visit his father.  Mr. Sissom state that his father was not there so he left.  After passing the entrance to the Cannon County Walking Horse Association property he noticed his father was sitting in his own vehicle there.  Mr. Sissom stated that he pulled in and talked to his father and his father stated that he was going to Smithville and asked Dustin if he wanted to ride with him.  Dustin then stated that he left the truck at the entrance of the CCWHA unlocked with the keys in the glove box.  As the Sissoms returned from Smithville, Dustin stated he did not stop to pick up his vehicle but stated it was still parked there. Around noon on Sunday when Dustin went to retrieve his vehicle, it was gone.  If you have any information about this missing vehicle, please call the Cannon County Sheriff’s Department at 615-563-4322

Dr. Billy K. Walker (Doc), 83, of Woodbury passed away on October 21, 2014 after an extended illness.  He was born on May 20, 1931 in Beechgrove, Tennessee.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Rayburn “Bill” Walker and Jamie (Covington) Walker Jarman. 
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Jamie and Dan Helton of Christiana; son and daughter-in-law, Ken and Ingrid Walker of Woodbury; brother, Joe Tom Walker of Beechgrove; grandchildren, Evan Gilman and Carley Gilman and step-grandson, Jim Grizzle. 
 
Doc grew up on the family farm.  He learned to work hard in their dairy and to love animals.  He attended Manchester Central High School for two years and earned a scholarship to play football at Columbia Military Academy for his last two years of high school.  Vanderbilt University awarded him a football scholarship and he later transferred to Tennessee Wesleyan College.  Doc served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War where he was trained in teletypewriter equipment and maintenance and went on to be an instructor in the military.   Following his service in the Army he was awarded a football scholarship to attend Kansas State University’s Veterinary School and he graduated with his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine.   After graduation he moved to Woodbury with his family and began his veterinary practice.  Doc served as the only veterinarian in both Cannon and Dekalb Counties for about twenty years. 
 
Doc had a love for and interest in Cannon County.  It led him to be involved in many different ventures.  He was one of the founding owners of the Woodbury Nursing Home in the 1970’s.  Dr. Walker was active in church and was a member of the Grace Assembly of God.  He spent many hours working on the food drives through the church.  His love for animals and people gave him the opportunity to come into contact with many people. Doc was well known for taking in stray dogs, horses, birds or any other animal that needed care.  He also raised coon hounds and enjoyed coon hunting in his limited leisure time. 
 
Doc’s busy work schedule didn’t bother him at all since his work was his joy.  He wanted to share his love of animals with his children and grandchildren.  During the summer he loved to have his grandchildren come stay with him on the farm.  He introduced them to farming and the vet business.  His daughter and granddaughter were both active with show and competition horses.  He loved to watch them show whenever he could.
 
The funeral arrangements are listed in the obituary section

The Town Of Woodbury’s Public Works  makes the following announcement Due to upgrades in our fire protection service for the Town of Woodbury, the water service (in the city limits) will be suspended beginning around 9:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 and will be suspended for about three or four hours.  We are sorry for any inconvenience and we thank you for your cooperation.
 

The Toy Drive Cruise-In On The Square has been rescheduled for Saturday October 25th beginning at 3:00 in the afternoon until 6:00 in the evening.  All cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome.  Bring a toy to be donated to the Child Advocacy Center for children at Christmas Time.  DTC will draw for the 35 inch HD television, if you have been participating in the cruise-ins this year, your name has been entered and you must be present to win.  Be sure to stop by the DTC tent and and pick up a caps, or T-shirt The Toy Drive Cruise-In is sponsored by Jennings Jewelers, Antiques and More and the Cannon County Chamber of Commerce.  Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 563-2222 for further information

The Adams Memorial Library and the Auburntown Branch are continuing their Fall Fundraisers. The staff of the libraries encourages the public to come by and donate to the library.  No donation is too small and participants can designate their money to support the part of the library that they enjoy the most or make a general donation to support all the library’s programs.  Also the library is always looking for people to volunteer their time.and talent. Those that would like to share their knowledge about a particular subject are encouraged to talk with the staff about setting up a program.  A quilt and fiber show and photography show have already been planned in the works for next year.  For more information call the Adams Memorial Library at 563-5861.  

The American Legion Post 279 presented 5 Cannon County Employees with Outstanding Employee of the Year Awards.  Commander Charlie Harrell presented certificates and trophies to Ed Brown of the Cannon County Sheriff’s Department, Michael George Fire Chief of the Mooretown Vol. Fire Department.  Skylar Daniel Cannon County Rescue Squad.  Daryl Fisher Head of County Maintenance and Roger Lovvorn of the Cannon County Ambulance Service.  The awards were presented to these five individuals during Saturday’s meeting of the Cannon County Commissioners.

Need a flu shot to prepare for the upcoming flu season?  The Cannon County Health Department is giving flu shots now.  All you need to do is call and make an appointment.  The cost is $30.00 however some will receive a discount based on income.  The Health Department will accept some insurances such as Tenn Care, Medicare and some Blue Cross Blue Shield insurances will be accepted.  For more information or to schedule an appointment for your flu shot please call the Cannon County Health Department at 563-4243  

184 Registered Cannon County Voters took part in early voting in the first week of Early Voting.  Early voting takes place at the Cannon County Election Offices located at 301 West Main Street in Woodbury.  The biggest turnout so far has been on Friday when 56 early votes were cast.  The Cannon County Election Offices wishes to remind voters that Early voting will take place Tuesday Wednesday and Friday from 9 in the morning until 1 in the afternoon while Thursday the hours of early voting will be from 2 in the afternoon until 6 in the evening.  The election office is open on Saturday for early voting from 9A to 12 noon  

On Tuesday, October 28th, Cannon County High School will be hosting its first financial aid night of the 2014-2015 school year.  The meeting will begin at 6:00PM and will be held in the school cafeteria.  Guests include representatives from The Tennessee Student Assistance Corp. (Lottery Scholarship), Middle Tennessee State University, and Cumberland University.   Any students and parents from grades 9-12 are welcome to attend, although the financial aid and collegiate information will be geared toward juniors and seniors. If you have any questions, please contact the CCHS guidance office at 563-2144.