News 2015

A husband had to call Cannon County Sheriff’s Deputies Monday after he was concerned about the safety of his intoxicated wife.  According to Sheriff’s Department reports Deputies were dispatched to a an area of K. Parker Road to check on a woman identified as Nancy Lee Sullivan and help keep her from getting hit by vehicles.  After locating Ms. Sullivan at her sister in laws house, Ms Sullivan said that her husband hit her in the mouth and showed the deputy two teeth that were broken.  She described that she had returned from a trip of taking her dog to the vet and and her husband was mad at her for getting the dogs tail bobbed off and hit her.  Later on in the investigation, the allegations against the husband were found to be false.  Several family members stated that Ms. Sullivan fell numerous times after being intoxicated and during one of those falls she fell and hit a fan and a stool and that was when she hit her mouth causing the broken teeth.  Ms. Sullivan was arrested for Public Intoxication for putting herself and her son in danger walking down the road while drunk.

“A Southern Celebration” benefiting the We Care Cannon project will be held rain or shine at the cove on Maple Dr. in Houston Hills. Dinner will begin at 6 pm, event will feature dinner, bluegrass band and a live auction. Tickets may be purchased at Farm Bureau, First National Bank or Woodbury Funeral Home and the deadline for purchasing tickets or RSVP is May 15. You may RSVP to wecarecannon@gmail.com or call 615-491-1784 or 615-496-3543. We Care Cannon provides school supplies, hair cuts, dental check ups, hearing and sight tests and other items for
back to school for Cannon County students at no cost, all proceeds are used for this purpose.

The Cannon County UT Extension Office has released information about the management of Palmer Amaranth in non activated pre herbicide situations As anticipated the dry conditions that we experienced last week and that continue through today are not activating pre applied herbicides.  Reports of Palmer amaranth already 1 to 2” tall with emerging crops appears to be common.  How to proceed from here on weed management depends upon the crop as well as the herbicide tolerant trait in the crop.In RR or conventional soybeans a number of folks are weighing how to manage the emerged Palmer amaranth.  The uncertainty comes from the fact that the PRE applied herbicide is still present and will activate with a rain.  If the PRE applied herbicide is a Valor or Authority based product and Prefix is used now to control the Palmer some soybean injury would be likely if Prefix and Valor or Authority activate all at once.  With this in mind it would be best to try to remove the existing Palmer amaranth with Ultra Blazer or Cobra and come back later with Prefix
In LL soybeans Liberty can control Palmer amaranth even up to 4” tall in one shot.  Remember for best results to apply the Liberty from midmorning until about an hour before sundown.  For larger Palmer amaranth a sequential application of Liberty applied about 7 days later may be needed for complete control.
There are some good options in corn for this problem.  All the common premixes like Halex GT, Capreno and RealmQtankmixed with atrazine will control Palmer.  Once corn gets about 12” tall consider using 4 ozs/A of Status in place of atrazine.  Our studies over the years would indicate that at least two modes of action effective on Palmer are needed to control it in corn once Palmer gets 6” tall.  For more information please contact Bruce Steelman at the County Extension Office at 615-563-2554
 

On Wednesday April 22, the East Side Elementary students in Cannon County celebrated Earth Day by learning about pollinators and creating wildflower seed balls to attract them.A program about the importance of pollinators to our ecosystem and our food supply was presented to 8th grade students.  The students watched a short video about a large scale wildflower planting with seed balls or seed bombs. 
The students then engaged in a hands-on projects to make wildflower seed balls. This activity should insure that pollinators thrive by planting wildflowers to provide habitat. Students created wildflower seed balls by combined clay, water, compost, and wildflower seeds.  After drying, these seed balls can be distributed on an area of ground where pollinator habitat is desired.   No digging or special planting is required, just distribute on an area you want to grow wildflowers and the rain will do the rest.  The seed balls have all they need to protect the seed and provide nourishment for germination and growth. 
Most wildflowers seeds are very small and sometimes establishment can be difficult.  This technique was introduced by a pioneer in organic agriculture from Japan named Masanabu Fukuoka who authored the book, One Straw Revolution.
The Cannon County Soil Conservation District provided the materials to make the seed balls.  Once completed, the class had made about 500 seed balls.  Presenters for this program were Pamela Hoskins, NRCS District Conservationist, Patricia Reid, Cannon County Soil Conservation District, and Katie Hoskins, a high school student volunteer.  If you would like to learn more about the importance of pollinators and making wildflower seed balls, visit http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/plantsanimals/pollinate/ or www.Xerces.org and to watch the incredible YouTube video, “A Bee Friendlier Flower Bombing”.

In an informal meeting last week that took place after the monthly Cannon County Commissioners meeting, County Executive Mike Gannon informed the Commissioners that there is insufficent funds to cover the cost of state loans in the County’s General Fund Balance.  A letter from Sandra Thompson, Director of State and Local Finance of the State of Tennessee Comptroller’s office stated that if the County repays its state General Fund Tax and Revenue Anticipation Loan’s also referred to as TRANs the General fund will not have sufficient cash receipts to operate through June 30th.  The letter went on to say that based on a review of the information provided, it appears that the County is experiencing significant financial stress.  The state office identified some issues.  The County spends more cash than it receives.  Cannon County does not have sufficient beginning cash to manage its cash flows for fiscal years 2015 and 2016.  The County cannot meet its debt obligations for the General Fund unless it drastically restricts services and significantly cuts government operations.  State statutes require the County to maintain a cash based balanced budget throughout the fiscal year and to meet all its debt service payments.  Statutes also require TRANs to be repaid no later than June 30th of the fiscal year of borrowing.  The letter went on to continue to let the County know it has two options.  Repay the TRANs or Default on the TRANs.  It was decided to pay back the TRANs no later than June 30th.  Rather than cutting government services, the goal is to ask each of the county department heads to curtail any unnecessary spending for the rest of the fiscal year and in doing so the county should be able to pay the $322,454 General Fund TRANs by the end of June.

Mrs. Crystal’s Eighth GradePrincipal’s List
Elizabeth House, Tori Knox
 
Honor’s Roll
Malea Franklin, Rachelle Weddington, Olivia Walkup, Collin Rudisill,  Rachelle Mayfield, Caitlin Leath,
 Mr. Davis’ Seventh Grade
Principal’s List
Etta Gaines, Michael Pratt, Ling Zhao
 
Honor Roll
Amanda Blanco, Anthony Carr, Libbie Cook, Ian DeArmond, Abbye Moore, Logan Trail
Perfect Attendance
Michael Pratt, Kaylee Seabaugh
 Mrs. Britney’s Seventh Grade
Principal’s List
Sarah Banks, Aidan Davis
 
Honor Roll
Angela Blanco, Jesse Floyd, Ramsey Hale, Isabel Haley, Iain Harwood, Kristen Knox, Brianna Pittard, Collin Reed, Gabriel Smith, Katie Smotherman
 Mrs. Shannon’s Sixth Grade
Principal’s List
Hannah Higgins, Lauren Knox, Abbey Smith
 
Honor Roll
Ty Kyne, Riley Sissom
 Mr. Smith’s Sixth Grade
Principal’s List
Logan Banks, Zach Talley
 
Honor Roll
Blake Bond, Ade Harwood, Abbie Hibdon, Byron Sonderman
 Dr. Odom’s Fifth Grade
Principal’s List
Emma Haley, Amber Yancy
 
Honor Roll
Hagen Fann, Kylee Lowe, Emily Morris, Samantha Swoape
 Mr. Parker’s Fifth Grade
Principal’s List
Autumn Barrett, Alexis Garza, Emily House, Nolon Lovvorn
 
Honor Roll
Delaney Aycock, McKenzie Bond, Eric Foster, Vanessa Grose, Addison Todd
 Ms. Mathis’ Fourth Grade
Principal’s List
James Hawkins, Sarah Hayes, Anaston Holt
 
Honor Roll
Bryson Blasingame, Austin Ferrell, Kierra Lindeman, Dana Nixon, Gunter Pitts, Maddie Reed, Jake Vallejos
 
Perfect Attendance
Ricky Hollis, Antoni Howell, Bradley Passenger, Dustin Johnson, Kierra Lindeman, Kylie Lindeman, Dana Nixon, Gunter Pitts, Jake VallejosMr. Brandon’s Fourth Grade
Principal’s List
Ayden Arnold, Cadee Davis
 
Honor Roll
Arjun Vashist, Kendall Hedrick, Kayla Bly, Hunter Matthews, Mason Tramel, Sahara McCollum, Kylie Jones
 
Perfect Attendance
Alexis Sissom, Kylie Jones
 Ms. Wade’s Third Grade
Principal’s List
Audrey Baird, Madison Garza, Jillian Jakoby, Tyler Reynolds, Addison Shirley, Nancy Caroline Thomas
 
Honor Roll
Shane Bowyer, Kyra Davis, Lexi McPeak, Taylor Melton, Savannah Porter
 Ms. Killian’s Third Grade
 Principal’s List
Halie Burgess, matthew Harris, Kilee McElyea, Jessie Melton, Raena Smith
 
Honor Roll
Trenton Ferrell, Emma Filyaw, Lacey Foster, Luis Murin, Chloe Parker, Norah Walkup
 Mrs. Foster’s Second Grade
Principal’s List
Jacob Blount, Madlynn Sadler, Kolby Miller, Izabella Harris, Annalee Hibdon
 
Honor Roll
Zoey Bogle, Andre Gentry, Jaden Moulder, Cadence Haywood
 Mrs. Gannon’s Second Grade
Principal’s List
Georgia Hawkins
 
Honor Roll
Bobo Grandstaff, Julianne Hodge, Madi Leath, Kaden Mowl, Elizabeth Rowell, Emma Thomas, LilyBell Wimberly
 

In the movies, explorers consult well-weathered maps to aid them in their pursuit of hidden treasures. In historical research, though, the maps themselves often are the treasures.Maps provide clues not only about political boundaries and geographic features at various points in history, but also how people actually lived.Now through Sept. 12, a free exhibit showcasing some of the maps available at the Tennessee State Library and Archives (TSLA) is open in the lobby of TSLA’s building in downtown Nashville.
TSLA has thousands of maps in its holdings, many of which are featured in the Tennessee Virtual Archives (TeVA) section of its web pages.To view the TeVA maps online, go to: http://tn.gov/tsla/TeVAsites/MapCollection/index.htm
TSLA has postal delivery maps so detailed that they include individual homes, churches, schools, stores, mills and cemeteries. TSLA’s collections also include soil survey maps that denote minor topographical features such as streams, ridges and hollows.
Just as political boundaries have changed through the years, so, too, have some geographic features. For example, one of the maps on exhibit in TSLA’s lobby shows Tennessee in 1822 – just a few years after the New Madrid earthquakes created West Tennessee’s Reelfoot Lake.
TSLA also has numerous military maps, including an entire online section dedicated to those from the Civil War. Those maps can be viewed online at: http://tnmap.tn.gov/civilwar/
The lobby exhibit includes oversized replicas of maps on display boards, actual maps in display cases and an interactive touchscreen kiosk that allows patrons to explore Civil War sites mapped using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology..
“This new exhibit will give visitors to TSLA a small sampling of the vast number of maps that are available there,” Secretary of State Tre Hargett said. “I encourage people to check out the exhibit while they’re visiting TSLA. Those who can’t make it to TSLA’s building in downtown Nashville can inspect many of the maps on our website.”
The exhibit is available for public viewing during TSLA’s normal operating hours, which are from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
TSLA’s building is located at 403 Seventh Avenue North, directly west of the State Capitol in downtown Nashville. A limited amount of free parking is available around the building.

The deadline is nearing for students in grades eight through 12 to be registered for the MTSU Introduction to Aviation and Professional Pilot Advanced Camps. Registration must be in or postmarked by Friday, May 15, said camp Director Wendy Beckman, a Department of Aerospace professor. To access the camp registration form, visit www.mtsu.edu/aerospace.
The camps will be held June 1-5 for the introduction camp at both the Jean A. Jack Flight Education Center at Murfreesboro Airport and in the Business and Aerospace Building on campus and June 15-17 for the advanced camp at the airport. The introductory camp introduces rising eighth- through 12th-graders to all aspects of aviation in the introduction to aviation camp and an opportunity of three days of flight-oriented instruction in the professional pilot advanced camp.
“The introduction to aviation camp exposes young people to possible career paths in aviation,” Beckman said. “While we have a great time, it is an educational camp. We are doing lots of educational, hands-on activities.”
The activities include unmanned aerials systems, pro pilot, flight simulators, maintenance management and the air traffic control and technology laboratories.
The intro class culminates in a flight on one of the university’s Diamond DA-40 glass cockpit aircraft, the same planes used in the advanced camp.
The fee to attend the introduction to aviation camp is $380 for 30 hours of nonstop aviation activities. The fee range for the pro pilot advanced camp is $575 to include 1.5 hours of flight time or $775 for 2.5 hours of flight time.
For more information, call the aerospace department at 615-898-2788 or email Mary Lou Cornett at Marylou.Cornett@mtsu.edu or Beckman at Wendy.Beckman@mtsu.edu.
 

As the summer’s busy festival season gets underway, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Tennesseans that sky lanterns – which are unmanned airborne paper lanterns fueled by flame – can only be operated by licensed fireworks professionals.Legislation passed in 2011 (TCA § 68-104-101(9) defines sky lanterns as special fireworks that can only be purchased and used by individuals with a professional license (such as a certified flame effect operator, certified outdoor display operator or certified proximate pyrotechnic operator).
The general public cannot purchase or use sky lanterns, which are also known as Chinese lanterns or wish lanterns. If sky lanterns are found in the possession of someone who does not have a professional license issued by the State Fire Marshal’s Office, sky lanterns can be confiscated and later destroyed.  
These airborne lanterns can cause numerous hazards when they fall from the sky, including the ignition of combustible materials (grass, trees, rooftops, or other materials) as well as a possible livestock hazard when animals consume the remains of the lanterns. Earlier this month in North Carolina, fire crews battled a blaze started by a sky lantern atop a cell tower near the Carolina Speedway in Gastonia, N.C. 
This time of year also poses an additional hazard from sky lanterns because many areas of Tennessee might be experiencing drier conditions that may intensify the risk of damage from sky lanterns.
To ensure the safety of Tennesseans, the State Fire Marshal’s Office advises citizens to enjoy fireworks by attending public displays conducted by trained professionals.

Framed vintage family photos from the breadth of Cannon County families will be on display in Cannon Hall beginning in May 2015 and will conclude with an old fashioned “family reunion” reception in October 2015. Cannon Hall is a 2600 square foot exhibition and event space located inside The Arts Center at 1424 John Bragg Highway, Woodbury, TN. We display works from our collection as well as loaned works from private collections and public institutions. Admission to Cannon Hall is free. Hall hours are 10AM-4PM Tuesday through Saturday. For more information call 615-563-2787 or visit our website at artscenterofcc.com.