News 2015

Dr and Mrs J F Adams Memorial Library is pleased to present Anne E. DeChant, one of Nashville’s premier story-tellers and her program, “Girls and Airplanes.” “Girls & Airplanes” is her signature song and anchored the soundtrack of the 2013 Hollywood film, “The Hot Flashes,” starring Brooke Shields and Wanda Sykes, and was featured in the documentary film, “the Vetter, All We Needed.” This is an inspirational tribute to the women who bravely volunteered during WWII to support the war effort by building and flying planes, training male pilots, and ferrying planes to given destinations. This is their story and an inspiration to girls and women everywhere!  Come join us for a wonderful treat Saturday, October 17 at 1:00 pm in the Jennings Community Room at Adams Memorial Library. Visit http://www.anneedechant.com/ for more information about the artist. Call 615-563-5861 for information about the event.
 

The Sequatchie County Indians Of Dunlap Tennessee started off the high school football season hot winning their first five games in a row.  Then after getting upset by Dekalb County to force their first loss in Region 4-3A play, they endured their second consecutive loss in another shocker this time to the Warren County Pioneers 21-16.  The Cannon County Lions hope they can continue the success of the neighboring counties when it comes to putting a “W” in the win column.  It’s Senior Night at Fred Schwartz Field as the Lions fans and family will recognize the Cannon County High School Senior members of the football team.  Then it’s back to region play as Cannon County who is 0-8 will host the Sequatchie County Indians who are 5-2 and in third place at 2-1 in the region.  Friday night football will start at 4:30 with Tailgate followed by prep football guru Murphy Fair and Murphy’s Matchups at 5:30.  6:00 the Friday night Thunder crew will roll in and the First Bank Pregame Show will start at 6:45.  Kickoff will begin at 7:00 You can catch Friday Night Football on AM1540 WBRY Shine 107.9.  Online at wbry.com and through WBRY on your smartphones and tablets through the TuneIn Radio App.
 

The Cannon County Commissioners will meet for their regular monthly meeting Saturday October 17th.  On the agenda will be to elect a chairman and chairman pro-tem. Mac Nolen, Rutherford County Solid Waste Director will make a presentation.
Employee of the Year awards will be presented. Recommendations will be made for the Audit Committee and the Industrial Development Boards
Look to approve Resolution 2015-9 which is a one year note for the Cannon County Ambulance Service.
and the Fire Department and Rescue Squad are supposed to address the Commission.  The Meeting takes place at the Courtroom of the Cannon County Courthouse starting at 10 in the morning.
 

Nashville-based Americana duo WISEWATER has earned praise from the likes of Alison Krauss, Rosanne Cash, Mary Gauthier, and others for their lyrical honesty and clarity, infectious melodies, tight harmonies, instrumental virtuosity, and deep sense of groove. Members Kate Lee and Forrest O’Connor are two young, positive, worldly artists whose songs blend roots, country, rock, and progressive acoustic music in a refreshing and accessible way. Their debut EP, The Demonstration, was released in November 2014 and reached #13 on the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Featuring five original songs, the record was hailed as “strong and memorable” (The Nashville Scene) and prompted singer John Cowan to write:
“I love it. Their songwriting is skillful, insightful, and evocative. Kate’s voice is both soulful and sweet and blends effortlessly with Forrest’s clear, clean tenor. Their music is joyful, beautiful, and intentional. Wisewater, I’m listening, I ‘hear you,’ and I look forward to hearing your singing, songwriting, and playing for a long, long time to come.”
O’Connor, the son of country fiddler Mark O’Connor, grew up in Nashville and from early on was exposed to some of the best in the business, including Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Marty Stuart, and Steve Wariner.
Wisewater will be the last in the Hills of Tennessee Roots Music Series at Bird Song Studio, in the Church next to the Post Office. Hosted by Singer/Songwriter Robyn Taylor, Bird Song Studio is a house concert venue known for it’s beautiful acoustics and intimate listening environment.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at www.thebirdsongstudio.com or at the door on the night of the show at 213 West High Street, Woodbury, TN 37190. Light snacks and drinks will be available for a donation.

Matt Teply Cannon County Administrator Of Elections was among 6 total new administrators who recently passed the state certification exam Secretary of State Tre Hargett  said “I’m very proud of these six hardworking election officials. We want all 95 counties to have certified election administrators, which gives Tennesseans confidence those running elections across the state are doing it fairly and in accordance with state law,”
The accomplishment has a financial incentive, which means an administrator cannot be paid less than the certified pay rate for their respective county.
Participants must first complete a training process that covers 40 different topics related to election law.
The exam, which is administered by Coordinator of Elections Mark Goins, is a rigorous closed book, written assessment that can last up to three and a half hours. Questions, which are based on statutory requirements, range from voter registration to Election Day guidelines.
The Division of Elections graded the exams, which was certified by the State Election Commission on Monday, October 12.
 

It’s again fire season in Tennessee, and the Division of Forestry is reminding everyone in Cannon County that if they intend to do any outdoor burning they are required by state law to obtain a burning permit. The free permits are required October 15th through May 15th and can be obtained by telephone or online.  A poorly prepared or unattended burning debris pile can, under the conditions common in autumn, escape control and become a destructive wildfire.  The Tennessee Division of Forestry asks everyone to be cautious when doing any outdoor burning. Before doing any outdoor burning:
 

First call the Division of Forestry for a burning permit at 615-765-7373 between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM Monday through Friday (call on Friday for the weekend) or obtain a permit online at www.burnsafetn.org.  If weather conditions permit you will be issued a burning permit. If the permit is obtained by phone they will also advise you of any weather conditions such as predicted wind, low humidity or other factors which might call for extra precaution.

Establish wide control lines down to bare mineral soil around brush piles or other piled debris to be burned.  The larger the debris pile, the wider the control line needs to be to ensure that burning materials won’t be blown or roll off the pile into vegetation outside the line.

Keep water, tools, and plenty of help ready in case your fire should attempt to spread.

Stay with all outdoor fires until they are completely out.

Be aware of where your smoke is going.  Avoid burning when your smoke will be bothersome to neighbors or when near sensitive locations such as highways.
Remember, you as a homeowner have control over the most basic things that will make your house safer from wildfires and allow the local Fire Dept. and the Division of Forestry to protect your home.  This includes:
Clear away flammable brush and other materials at least 30 feet from your house.

Don’t pile firewood or other flammable materials near your house or on your porch or deck.

Keep your yard, roof, and gutters free of leaves, pine needles and other debris.

Keep leaves, pine needles and other debris off of or away from decks.
Materials for which a permit can be issued include: plant materials that were grown on the property (such as brush, leaves, and grass), and untreated and unpainted lumber.  Anything else (such as automobile tires, roofing shingles, household garbage, feed sacks, old house trailers, buildings or anything not grown on the property) cannot be legally burned.  Failure to obtain a permit or the burning of illegal materials could result in a citation to court and a fine.  For more information on this or any other forestry related matter, call the Division of Forestry at the above phone number or visit the Division of Forestry’s wildfire safety web-site at www.burnsafetn.org. And remember, ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT WILDFIRES!!
 

A Cannon County Woman was arrested after she got mad at her boyfriend and allegedly called police accusing him of beating her.  Recently, according to Sheriff’s Department reports Deputies were dispatched to a Jim Cummings Hwy residence in reference to a physical domestic that had just occurred.  The alleged victim Ms. Nicole Mary Foster stated that she had gotten into an argument with her boyfriend Daniel Myers and he punched her in her left cheek with his fist coming across and making contact with her nose.  Deputies observed Ms. Foster and saw no signs of evidence that an assault had taken place.  EMS arrived on the scene and evaluated Ms. Foster and advised her that nothing appeared to be broken or fractured.  While Ms. Foster was being evaluated, Myers contacted dispatch and stated that he left the residence due to arguing with Foster and was afraid that she would try to get him in trouble so he left before anything happened.  Deputies continued to investigate the incident at different locations.  After going back to the residence, Deputies said they felt that Ms Foster was caught off guard and surprised to see them back at the residence.  While asking Foster more questions, Myers called the deputies wanting to know what was going on and stated that Foster had called him minutes ago laughing and saying that the was going to jail.  At that point Foster was arrested for filing a false report.  She was also charged with resisting arrest after deputies had to struggle with her to take possession of a cell phone and put handcuffs on her. Foster will answer to the charges in General Sessions Court on December 1st.  

It took three tries but the Cannon County Chamber Of Commerce annual Color of Fall Car Show finally took place last Saturday on the square in Woodbury.  The event had been postponed because of bad weather. A total of 80 cars and trucks were on display. Local resident Arna Smithson took the Best Of Show with an impressive looking 1962 Chevy Impala.  The Black painted car had plenty of chrome on the the engine.  Other winners included Bobby and Glenda Vance winning the Chamber Choice with their 1979 Pontiac Trans AM and Michael Prater winning the WBRY Radio Choice with his 2007 Mustang Saleen.   Because of the reschedules, the Car Show took place on the same date as the last Cannon County Cruise In Of The Season.  DTC Communications was on hand to award a 32 inch TV to Wendell Tate and a good collection of toys were donated to the Angel Tree program as a result of being collected at the Cruise In.  Other Class Winners include:
Best Of Show—Arna Smithson—1962 Chevy SS
Best Modified—Bubba & Lisa Craig—1955 Chevy Nomad
Best Pro-Street—Justin & Jamie White—1964 Oldsmobile F-85
Best Full Size Truck—Ted Apple—1972 Chevy Cheyenne Custom Pick-up
Best Original—Mr & Mrs. Richard L  Graham—1964 Ford Fairlane 500
Best Street Rod—Randy Simmons—1970 Chevy Nova
Best Mini Truck—Jerry Jones—1998 Chevy S-10
 
Best of Classes won trophy:
Best Rat Rod—-David Peeler—1929 Pick-up
Best Interior—Alan Jakes—1971 Chevy Chevelle SS
Best Engine—Allen Dodd—1972 Chevy Nova
Best Camaro—Andy Ferguson—1969 Chevy Camaro SS
Best Corvette—Dave Baker—1966 Chevy Corvette
Best Chevy—Dennis Hobson—1971 Chevy Monte Carlo
Best Ford—Pat Young—2005 Ford Shelby C-56
Best Mustang—Ronnie Jacobs—1970 Ford Mustang
Best Mopar—James J Peach—2011 Dodge Charger R/T
Best B.O.P.C.—Eric Peterson—1921 Buick Grand National
Best 4WD—Justin & Jamie White—2013 Ford F250
Most Unique—Ryan Anderson—1993 Toyota Supra
Best Race Car—W.J. Freeze—1965 Chevy Chevelle Circle Track Race Car
Chamber Choice—Bobby & Glenda Vance—1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Best Paint—Eric Jett—1966 Chevy Chevelle
WBRY Radio Choice—Michael Prater—2007 Mustang Saleen
Jimmy Markum Memorial—Ronnie & Janie Jacobs—1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Larry Hale Memorial—Harry Hale—1968 Chevy Chevelle

US Government and Advanced Placement US Government and Politics students from Cannon County High School recently participated in the SCALES Project sponsored by the Tennessee Supreme Court.  The SCALES (Supreme Court Advancing Legal Education for Students) Project is a Tennessee Supreme Court initiative designed to educate students about the judicial branch of government.  Participating students had a unique opportunity to attend a Supreme Court session at Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee on Wednesday, September 30th, 2015. 
The US Government Teacher at Cannon County High School, Mr. William F. Curtis, attended an in-service meeting with court officials in preparation for the Supreme Court Case.  Students were provided with study material and classroom instruction in advance by assigned Volunteer Attorneys.  The Volunteer Attorney assigned to CCHS wasRutherford County and Cannon County Public Defender – Mr. Gerald Melton.  Mr. Melton aided the students so that they would understand the issues in the case that they would hear and how that case reached the Tennessee Supreme Court.
 
The CCHS US Government students arrived at Cumberland University at 9:30 AM.  They heard the second case of the day, STATE OF TENNESSEE v. CORRIN KATHLEEN REYNOLDS.  This case involved vehicular homicide, vehicular assault, reckless endangerment and DUI charges.  This was an interlocutory appeal so there had been no conviction at the trial court level and involved probable cause and implied consent as it related to the US Constitution’s 4th Amendment.
 
Students observed the Tennessee Supreme Court Members – Chief JusticeSharon G. Lee, Justice Cornelia A. Clark, Justice Jeffrey S. Bivins, and Justice Holly M. Kirby.  Currentlythere is a vacancy with the 5th Justice due to the recent retirement of Justice Gary R. Wade.   Oral arguments and interaction with the Prosecution and Defense attorneys were the key focus of CCHS students.  They also observed court procedures, protocol, and administrative processes during the court case.
Following oral arguments, the students met for a “debriefing” with the attorneys who argued the case.  These attorneys were John Bledsoe of the Tennessee Attonrey General’s Office representing the STATE of TENNESSEE and Jonathan Harwell representing the DEFENDENT -CORRIN KATHLEEN REYNOLDS.  CCHS US Government students asked numerous questions regarding the case to these attorneys, and many of the students learned various information about the case.
 
After the debrief students walked to a large tent in the commons area of Cumberland University for lunch which was provided by Cumberland University.  Just after lunch, presentations of commemorative certificateswere made to each school by the Justices.  State Representative Mark Pody also visited and talked with numerous students during and after lunch.
 
CCHS Students who attended this activity were: Rhiannon Barycz, Myranda Byford, Robyn Cook, Jaydon Coon, Kirsten Garrison, JoramHardin, Sarah Hood, Travis Marlow, Hannah Nave, Sam Nokes, Leeann       Scott, Sam Shaw, Caleb Sissom, Chris Smith, Chandler Todd, Livia Walker, Jacob Walkup, Malia Witty, David Johnson, Matthew Pemberton, Scott Edmondson, Autumn King, Trenton Seal, Lexi Hunting,Robert Edmondson, Cole Dailey, Katelyn Milligan, Eric Barrett, Tommy Davis, Reece Wisdom, Devin Gilpatrick, Zachary Melton, Gabriell Jones, Shelby Forst, Lema Youngblood, Alyssa Skoog, Faith Womack, Ethan Bryson, Chaley Hayes, and Addie Hale.             
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Accompanying the Cannon County US Government students were William F. Curtis, Teacher; Mrs. Marcia Melton, Cannon County Schools Supervisor of Instruction; Mr. Gerald Melton, Cannon County and Rutherford County Public Defender; and Mrs. Leliah Wooden, Bus Driver.
 
The US Government Classes of Cannon County High School would like to thank Director of Cannon County Schools, Mrs. Barbara Parker, and the Cannon County Board of Education for their assistance in transportation to the event.
 

This winter high school and college students can help save lives and be eligible to win a scholarship of up to $2,500 by hosting an American Red Cross blood drive. Registration is now open through Nov. 15 to host drives between Dec. 15, 2015, and Jan. 15, 2016.   “Winter is a difficult time to collect enough blood to meet patient needs with inclement weather and seasonal illnesses reducing the number of volunteer donors that come out to give,” said Red Cross Director of Donor Recruitment, Garry Allison. “Our Leaders Save Lives program gives students an opportunity to learn valuable leadership skills and help ensure blood is available for patients in need of lifesaving transfusions by recruiting their friends and family to give blood.”
The Leaders Save Lives program encourages community-minded high school and college students to host blood drives to help maintain the blood supply around the winter holidays. Blood donations made at high school, university and college blood drives account for as much as 20 percent of blood donations through the Red Cross. Around the winter holidays, when school is not in session, blood donations often decline.
Students who host a drive can be eligible to win a scholarship up to $2,500 for higher education and earn a gift card. A total of six scholarships will be awarded to students who host a blood drive collecting 25 blood donations or more. All students who collect at least 25 pints at their blood drive will receive a gift card to giftcertificates.com.
For more information and to register to host a Leaders Save Lives blood drive, visit redcrossblood.org/leaderssavelives.