News 2015

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is welcoming comments for its 2016 fishing regulations. This is an opportunity for the public to share ideas and concerns about fishing regulations with TWRA staff. Public comments will be considered by fisheries managers and may be presented as proposals for regulation changes. Comments may be submitted by mail to: Fish Comments, TWRA, Fisheries Management Division, P.O. 40747, Nashville, TN 37204Please include “Fish Comments” on the subject line of emailed submissions.
The comment period concerning fishing regulations will be open until April 30, 2015.
The fishing regulations are usually set each year during the October meeting by the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission.
 

Larry Powell joined the Cannon County Rescue Squad, Inc. in May 2012.  In his full-time career, as a Parts Quality Engineer for Nissan North America in Decherd, Larry is accustomed to managing difficult situations.  This type of skill set has helped Larry to excel as a volunteer emergency responder.  His ability to handle complex situations makes him a great asset here in Cannon County. 
Larry first joined the Mooretown Fire Department nearly 10 years ago.  His main reasons for joining MFD were to assist with fundraising events and clean-up activities after fires.  However, he quickly discovered that he enjoyed emergency service work and helping others in times of need. 
 
He received extensive fire service training during his time in Green Bay, WI with the Suamico Fire Department (SFD).  When Larry moved back to Tennessee in 2011, he promised Chief Doug Doefer (SFD) that we would take the things he had learned back to his hometown to try to improve the fire service in Cannon County and Middle Tennessee.
 
Larry holds certifications in Firefighter I and II, Fire Inspector I, and Certified Driver/Operator.  He has received training in basic vehicle extrication and rescue from the Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads, and he is certified in emergency vehicle operations (EVOC).  Larry is an Academy Credentialed Instructor (ACI) with the Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy (TFACA) in Bell Buckle, TN which allows him to teach and train firefighters to the Firefighter I level here in Cannon County.  Having a State-certified instructor means that volunteers don’t have to travel to the Fire Academy in Bell Buckle to take the State-required trainings.
 
Having an ACI is a great opportunity for counties with a limited training budget.  It helps smaller counties receive top-level training for a fraction of the cost of having each firefighter attend the TFACA Fire Academy.  Larry enjoys teaching the fire courses and seeing Cannon County firefighters learn and get better at firefighting.  He is currently teaching a Basics of Firefighting class jointly with the Kittrell Volunteer Fire Department of Rutherford County that will graduate newly-trained firefighters in the spring of 2015.
 
Larry is the Training Officer for the Mooretown Fire Department and a Sergeant for the Rescue Squad.  When not at work or volunteering, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends.  He also enjoys singing karaoke and hopes to start his own country band in the near future.
 
When asked about what others can do to help in the community, Larry had this to say:  “I highly recommend others become involved in their community through volunteer opportunities such as the Cannon County fire departments or the Cannon County Rescue Squad”.
 
We would like to thank Larry Powell for all of the work that he is doing every day in Cannon County to help our citizens.  He is and has been a driving force for growth and development of our rural volunteer fire departments and Rescue Squad.
 
For more information on becoming a volunteer responder with the Cannon County Rescue Squad, Inc., visit our website at www.CannonCountyRescue.com and contact Michael Underhill, CEO, at 615-904-5002 or by email at MUnderhill@CannonCountyRescue.com .
To follow us on Facebook, like our page: https://www.facebook.com/CannonCountyRescue
To follow us on Instagram, like cannoncountyrescuesquad, #cannoncountyrescuesquad
 

Starting Tuesday the staff of the Mountain View Medical Family Practice will be providing basic health screenings for the Cannon County Senior Center members.  The screenings will include blood pressure checks, glucose checks, oxygen saturation, nutrition screenings and health education.  the screenings will take place between 11:00 am and noon.  To schedule an appointment please call the Cannon County Senior Center at 563-5304  

A Cannon County woman is in trouble for stealing a prescription for Oxycodone from her sleeping boyfriend recently.  According to Cannon County Sheriff’s Department Reports Kayla Sanders was issued an arrest warrant after her boyfriend Lynwood Barrett informed police had stolen a prescription of Oxycodone from his shorts pocket and disappeared.  Mr. Barrett stated that he and Kayla went to bed in the early morning hours and that he had the medicine in his shorts pocket.  He put the shorts on the top of a clothes pile.  When he got up he found the shorts neatly folded under the pile of clothes.  The prescription had recently been filled the day before it was taken.  Barrett spoke with a judicial commissioner and signed for the warrant to be issued.  

Great news for all of you who have been waiting for the Monday Night Book Club to resume, the wait is over.  The book discussion will resume on Monday, April 6, at 6:30 p.m. at Adams Memorial Library.  The book is The Stone Diaries, by Carol Shields.  Get your copy or just come for the discussion and make some new friends.That same evening at 6 p.m. there will be the first of two classes in keyboarding.  Introduction to Keyboarding begins on Monday evening and finishes on Wednesday at the same time.  Sign up if you’re interested in learning more about how to operate a computer through its primary interface.
April is Financial Literacy month and the library is presenting two classes on financial matters.  The first is “Where did it go?” a discussion lead by a local CPA on how to budget and why it’s necessary.  Come to get some tips and resources on how to plan your spending so that your month doesn’t end before your money.
Remember our program One Thousand Books Before Kindergarten continues all year.  If you have a child of pre-kindergarten age, stop by the circulation desk and sign up.  You’ll get a packet of materials to keep a record of your child’s progress as well as fun games and activities.
April is poetry month as well as financial literacy month, and the library has activities for both.  Bring in 2 of your poems by April 13 to be anonymously posted for patrons to select the top three.  Prizes will be awarded for the top three poems.  Don’t forget to pick up an entry and Win a Trip to Paris.  That’s right, Paris, France, not Paris, Tennessee.  Mail in your entry before the deadline and you may be the lucky winner of a wonderful trip.
Teens don’t forget to come in and sign up to volunteer at the library during the summer.  Help the library with summer reading as well as our many other summer projects to have fun, gain experience and have an excuse to get away from the house in a parental approved manner.  It is true that giving is the best way to receive.
Wednesday, April 7, is Story Time at Auburn and Thursday, April 9, is Story Time at Adams.  Note the date change for Adams.  The time is still 10:30 a.m. at both locations and the story will be appropriate for ages 18 months to 5 years.  This is a great way for your child to begin a lifelong love of books and reading.
If you are interested in how the library is run, attend the Board Meeting on Thursday at 5 p.m.  This meeting is always open to the public and the Board welcomes participation by the patrons of the library.
Saturday, April 11, is the final ACT/SAT study session for the year.  If your teen needs some tips on how to navigate this important milestone have them come to the library from 10 a.m. to noon for excellent instruction.
Remember this is your library and we are always happy to hear comments and suggestions on how to provide you with a fabulous library experience.  We have new books and DVDs coming in every day.  We have a beautiful photography exhibit throughout the month of April.  We have computers open with no waiting and no time limits.  Don’t be a stranger.  Come in and see what we can offer y

Horse owners who are getting ready to hit the road for the spring show season are also facing a serious health concern. Over the weekend
[21-22 Mar 2015], veterinarians at Michigan State University had to euthanize a
horse infected with equine herpesvirus, or EHV-1.
This is Michigan’s 1st case of the virus in 2015, making it the 6th state to have a
horse with the virus die this year.
Almost all horses have been infected with EHV-1 by the time they are 2. In most
cases, the virus is dormant, but travel and stress can bring out the disease into an
active, aggressive state.
“It’s an airborne,” explained Nutritionist Dr Ginger Southall, “not through bodily
fluids, so just like it can be transported from horse to horse, we have to be
careful for ourselves, and certainly other animals, in that we keep our immune
systems strong.”
Foals usually contract the virus from their mothers and then become carriers. Horses
that carry the virus show no signs while the virus is dormant. Long distance travel,
stress, and strenuous activity can activate the virus.
“If they are ever off their feet at all, that’s usually your 1st sign that they
don’t quite feel that good, so we watch their water and feed intake,” said Mary
Luther-Eggleston, who trains performance horses at Northland Stables. “From there
they show signs like people: they might cough, they might have a runny nose, they
might have runny eyes.”
After the initial signs, neurological signs appear as a result of damage to the
blood vessels in the brain and spinal cord. Many horses fighting the virus will have
trouble standing or be unable to get up.
Brushes, water buckets, feed, and human contact with infected horses can spread the
virus in seconds. What many horse owners don’t know is even the air around a horse
shedding the virus can spread the potentially deadly disease.
Jennifer Holton with the Michigan Department of Agriculture told Fox
17 that they are investigating the case. Holton believes it is currently an isolated
incident involving a barrel racing horse.
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[This disease can spread fairly fast. It is often recommended to take the animal’s
temperature at least twice a day to help catch an early rise, which may be the 1st
sign of the disease. If there is a rise in resting temperature (1st thing in the
morning, before the animals have begun to move around much), then it is advisable to
contact your veterinarian immediately.
This disease is often abbreviated as EHV for equine herpesvirus or EHM for equine
herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy.
Equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) infection in horses can cause respiratory and
neurological disease, abortion in mares, and neonatal foal death.
The neurological form of the disease is known as equine herpesvirus
myeloencephalopathy (EHM) and has the potential to cause high morbidity and
mortality.
EHV-1 is easily spread and typically has an incubation period between
2 and 10 days. Respiratory shedding of the virus generally occurs for
7-10 days but may persist longer in infected horses. For this reason, the isolation
period recommendation for confirmed positive EHM cases is 21 days. Clinical signs of
EHM in horses may include nasal discharge, incoordination, hindquarter weakness,
recumbency, lethargy, urine dribbling, and diminished tail tone. The prognosis for
EHM positive horses depends on the severity of signs and the period of recumbency.
Employing supportive treatment with intravenous fluids, anti-inflammatory drugs,
antiviral drugs, and other supportive measures may be beneficial, since there is no
specific treatment for EHM.
Currently, no EHV-1 equine vaccine has a label claim for protection against the
neurological strain of the virus.
This is a disease that has a profound effect on horses and owners.
Horses have a very tough time recovering from this disease, and owners have a
difficult time treating or euthanizing their pets/companions.
This disease is not to be toyed with. Owners should heed the words of the
veterinarians. Enforce the rest and isolation of your horse.
Protect your horse and other horses as well.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is taking applications for two separate training academies, one of which is being offered for the first time, to college students. 
The Criminal Justice Academy is a valuable one-week learning experience geared toward college juniors and seniors who are interested in a career in criminal justice or forensic science. The Academy will be held during the summer of each year, and will be offered at no cost to those who are accepted. The Criminal Justice Academy will have an emphasis on acquainting students with all facets of Bureau activities, and how this integrates within the State’s criminal justice system. Students will have the chance to process mock crime scenes and participate in mock court scenarios. For students who are considering a career as a TBI Special Agent, this program will afford them the opportunity to correlate their classroom studies with the career-related experiences from the Academy.
 
College students in Tennessee interested in applying for the Criminal Justice Academy can find the eligibility requirements and application form on the TBI website at http://www.tbi.tn.gov/training_division/training.shtml.
There is no cost for the training, food or lodging. Applications for the Criminal Justice Academy are being accepted through April 30, 2015.
 
Applications are also being accepted for the 2015 TBI Leadership Academy. This Academy is geared toward individuals who already have at least five years of law enforcement experience, including supervisory experience, who are interested in developing management and leadership skills. The training, meals and lodging are offered at no cost to participants. The two-week course is hosted at the Tennessee Fire and Codes Academy in Bell Buckle, Tennessee, and is held in September. Applications for the Criminal Justice Academy are being accepted through June 30, and are available on the TBI website at http://www.tbi.tn.gov/training_division/training.shtml.
 
The Training Division within the TBI conducts classes for more than 8,500 members of Tennessee law enforcement every year. These topics range from Fingerprinting, Child Sex Abuse, Prescription Fraud, Death Investigations and Methamphetamine 101.  The Division also spearheads the TBI Basic Criminal Investigation School which is attended by all Special Agents as well as members of the Tennessee Department of Correction, Tennessee Department of Safety, Tennessee Bomb and Arson, Tennessee Department of Revenue, and District Attorneys General.

White County repeated as champion in the high school division while Rutherford County’s Buchanan won the elementary title and Central Magnet claimed the middle school crown in the Ninth Annual Tennessee National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Championship.Close to 1,750 students representing more than 90 schools were registered in the event held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum which concluded Thursday evening. Three flights opened the tournament on Wednesday while six flights were held Thursday. .
White County High shot a score of 3,369 on its way to a second consecutive championship.  CHET, which participates with home school students in the Nashville area, was runner-up for the second straight year with a 3,284. Murfreesboro Oakland was third with 3,253, Central Magnet was fourth with a 3,241 and Siegel fifth with 3,235.
Central Magnet, fourth place finishers last year, moved to the top in the middle school division with a 3,239. Stewarts Creek was second with a 3,211m followed by Whitworth Buchanan, the defending two-time state champions, with 3,211, Christiana 3,119, and Harrogate Force Ridge School with a 3,063 to round out the top five.
After a second place finish last year, Buchanan had an 82-point improvement to finish with a 3,083 ahead of two-time defending elementary champion Christiana. Newcomer East Lincoln elementary was third with a 2,920 followed by East Montgomery 2,919, and Browns Chapel 2,788 to round out the top five.
Central Magnet School’s Craig Bowen shot a 294 (out of a possible 300). Craig slipped past 2014 top overall male shooter, Isaiah Gardenhire of White County’s 293. Both students had 24 shots of 10 (out of 30 total shots).
CHET’s Laurel Thompson repeated as the event’s top female shooter. Laurel had a 291 with 22 shots of 10 to finish four points ahead of her 2014 winning score of 287.  White County’s Jacklynn Bryant was second with a 289.
Team awards were presented following Thursday’s competition to the top three teams in each division. Medals were presented to the top five female and male finishers in the high school, middle school and elementary school divisions. Each student shot 30 arrows, 15 from 10 meters and 15 from 15 meters with a maximum score of 300. 
The top team and top 10 individuals in each division automatically received a bid to compete in the 2015 National NASP Tournament next month in Louisville, Ky. Other participants who meet specific qualifying requirements will also be invited.
In the elementary division, leading the top five girls in the elementary division was Meredith Anderson (264, Christiana) for the second straight year. She was one of three girls to shoot a 264 and the places were decided by the shooters having the most 10s. Second place was Allison McCarver (Eastside), and third was Brianna Winkler (Dibrell). The fourth and fifth place finishers each shot 262 with the most 10s having Emilyn Arvidson (Christiana) fourth, and Shelby Roberts Hickory Creek) fifth. The elementary division boys also had a tie with Briley Colyar (East Lincoln) and Calvin Black (Christiana) each shot a 277 with Briley claiming first place with his 15 10s to Calvin’s 13. Rounding out the top five were Jacob Short (275, Christiana), Austin Thompson (273, Buchanan), and Connor Brannan (270, Buchanan).
In the middle school division, the girls were led by Leah Walters (288, Central Magnet), Sophia Jaramillo (284, Central Magnet), Graci Oakley (282, Rockvale), Chasity Gunterman (280, Stewarts Creek), and Morgan Davy (280, Whitworth Buchanan). The middle school boys division winner was Tristan Dye (285, Christiana), following by Cameron Schultz (282, Whitworth Buchanan), Connor Smathers (282, Central Magnet), Dalton Bates (281, Warren County), and Dan Adams (281, CHET).
Following Laurel Thompson in the girls high school division in second place and third place for the second straight year were Jacklynn Bryant (289, White County) and Anna Buri (286, CHET). The fourth place finishers was Sara Camichael (284, Oakland), and fifth was Alison Blanton (283, Central Magnet).
In the male high school division, completing the top five behind Craig Bowen and Isaiah Gardenhire‘s were Hayden Robbins (287, White County), Cole Diamond 285, Oakland), and Chris Morton (285, White County). 
Sponsored by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), Tennessee began NASP in late 2004 with 12 pilot schools participating in the program. More than 290 schools now participate in the program. NASP is a 2-8 week curriculum taught during school that teaches International style target archery.
If a school or teacher is interested in starting a NASP program, please contact Don Crawford, Assistant Chief of Information and Education at Don.Crawford@tn.gov or (615) 781-6542 or Matt Clarey, Regional Training Coordinator in TWRA Region III at Matt.Clarey@tn.gov or (931) 484-9571.

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture has set June 1 – 7 as the application period for the 2015 Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP). TAEP is a cost-sharing program. Producers fulfill requirements to defray the costs of strategic investments in their operation. The goal is to increase profitability and efficiency while promoting long-term investments in Tennessee’s agriculture.
“TAEP doesn’t just help individual producers.  It also provides an economic boost to their communities,” Agriculture Commissioner Julius Johnson said. “Governor Bill Haslam recognizes the importance of Ag Enhancement, and we are thankful for his support and the support of the Tennessee General Assembly in approving $21 million in funding for another year.”
Farmers can qualify for up to 50 percent cost share, with a maximum reimbursement of up to $15,000, depending on the project. Producers may apply online or submit an application by mail, which must be postmarked June 1 through June 7.
Program administrator Mark Powell points out that there are several notable changes this year. “As cattle producers work to grow Tennessee’s beef herd, we are pleased to offer a new bred beef heifer cost-share,” Powell said.
Other changes include:

Bull cost share program increased to $1,600 for eligible bulls with enhanced EPDs

Limit to 4 lifetime grain bin reimbursements

Reimbursement documents can be uploaded online

Eligibility rules simplified to one application per person per schedule F
 
Instructions for accessing TAEP Online accounts and applying for 2015 funds are listed at www.tn.gov/taep and outlined in the printed applications. Producers are to use Application A for Livestock Equipment, Working Facility Covers, Genetics, Hay, Grain and Feed Storage.
Producers with livestock on their farm must register their premises at www.tennessee.gov/agriculture/forms/tpissignup.pdf  or by calling 615-837-5120.
A separate Application B for Producer Diversification can be submitted online or mailed. Producer Diversification assists farmers with investments in agritourism, fruits and vegetables, honey bees, horticulture, organics and value-added products. Applications are competitively evaluated by industry sector.
Applications are available at most farm agencies including USDA Farm Service Agency, UT Extension and Farm Bureau offices, as well as most farm supply stores. To ensure accuracy, producers are encouraged to work with their local extension agent or TDA representative when completing the application.
For more information or for an application, call 1-800-342-8206 or visit www.TN.gov/taep.

Make your plans to join the Channel 4 weather team this spring as they travel to a community near you to present the 4WARN Weather Alert Tour. The 4WARN Weather Alert Tour is a live event where you learn the “what, why and how” of severe thunderstorms and learn what you can do to be safe.
Lisa Spencer, Dan Thomas, Paul Heggen, Nancy Van Camp and Snowbird will take the stage with a multi-media show that will help you get ready for the next time the weather gets bad.
There will be dramatic video, awesome pictures, games, experiments, a few laughs and great door prizes.
The tour tonight drops in at the Plainview Baptist Church 6088 Jim Cummings Hwy
The family friendly show is free.  It begins at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend