News 2015

Close to 165,000 deer were harvested in Tennessee during the recently completed 2014-15 seasons according to data gathered by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.The statewide gun season concluded Jan. 4 and the youth hunt followed on Jan. 10-11. The harvest numbers range from the start of archery season on Sept. 27, 2014 through the final youth hunt.
This year’s statewide total of 164,869 again reflects the stability of the state’s deer population. Last year’s total was just slightly above 168,000. 
Giles County again leads the way with the top county with 5,241 harvested. Fayette County was second for the second straight year with a harvest of 4,760.  Rounding out the top counties, which all had harvest of at least 3,000, were Henry 4,473, Lincoln 4,318, Hardeman 4,212, Maury 3,968, Montgomery 3,534, Franklin 3,327, Carroll 3,262, Weakley 3,188, Hardin 3,151, Madison 3,126, Hickman 3,067, and Wayne 3,014.
The harvest totals can be viewed on the TWRA website (www.tnwildlife.org) and is located in the “For Hunters” section.

The Cannon County Lionettes got a much needed District 8-AA win at the close of the regular season beating their rival Dekalb County 52-42.  Cannon got off to a slow start in Smithville but three downtown bombs from Kristen Hale from behind the three point arc got things going in the right direction and even though Dekalb was able to stay in the game, Cannon used a stretch in the fourth quarter to provide the final cushion they needed to get the win.  Kelli Davis led the Lionetttes with 17 points Cannon ends the season 19-9 overall and placed 5th in the final district standings with a 6-8 district record.  They will meet the Smith County Lady Owls Friday in the first round of the district tournament which will be played at Cookeville High School. The Cannon County Lions drew an emotional challenge from the Dekalb County Boys Basketball team.  With everybody’s position in the district tournament pretty much decided, Dekalb who finished in the 7th place this season stayed in a 2-3 zone most of the night and Cannon had trouble getting into the lane.  But it was transition basketball that gave the Lions the opportunity in the second quarter as they took a 7 point lead into halftime.  The Lions were able to maintain the lead the rest of the night but it wasn’t an easy win.  Cannon came out on top 50-41.  Josh Ruehlan led the way with just 13 points Dekalb County’s Justin Bone hit a 3 pointer at the final buzzer which gave him over 1000 points of his high school career.  Cannon finishes the regular season 24-5 overall 13-1 in District and they are on an 11 game winning streak.  They will move to the semifinal round of the district tournament Saturday at Cookeville High School.
 

Woodbury Lion Club members are being encouraged to make plans to attend the Lions Club district convention at Cumberland University in Lebanon on Saturday February 14th to support the nomination of Lion Carl Hirlston for the office of second vice district governor.  This election could put Mr. Hirlston in line to be District Governor in 2017-2018. This will be the third time in its 80 year history a member of the club has served as district governor. Austin Jennings 1971-72 and Cliff Swoape from 2010-2011. 
Guest speaker at the lunch will be International Director John Pettis Jr. of Merrimac Massachusetts.  Director Pettis represents the board of directors on the Executive committee and is vice-chairman of the Leadership committee.  He is CEO of his construction company.

The Book God Does No Wrong is a book that depicts the everyday life of ordinary people in America, author Jan Wooden Howse’s story provides a wonderful reading experience filled with romance, marriage, birth, death, happiness, sadness, health, sickness and always the love and power of God Although readers might shed a tear or two, while engaged with the real people in their sadness, it will fade as the overall theme of the book will make you happy. A testament to God’s innate goodness and love towards humanity, this story will prove that no matter what happens, God Does No Wrong.  Jan Wooden Howse and co authored by her husband Anthony Howse and they reside in Woodbury.  There will be a book signing Saturday at the Adams Memorial Library from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Music Night at the Cannon Senior Center.  Featuring James Hablett and the Family Tradtion Band.  Admission is $5.00.  Everyone is welcome to hear some good music, participate in line dancing and have a good time while supporting the Cannon Senior Center.  The Music Night starts tonight at 7:00

February 1-7 is National Burn Awareness Week, and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office is joining the American Burn Association to encourage scald and burn prevention.“Although anyone can sustain a scald burn, certain people are more likely to be scalded – infants, young children, older adults and people with disabilities. These high-risk groups are also more likely to require hospitalization, suffer complications and experience a difficult recovery,” said Tennessee Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak. “Most burn injuries occur in the person’s own home, and the vast majority of these injuries can be prevented.”
Scald injuries are painful and require prolonged treatment. Depending on their severity, they can result in lifelong scarring or even death. Preventing scalds can be accomplished through simple changes in behavior and the home environment.
Follow these tips to decrease the risk of scalds and burns to yourself and those you love:
Prevent tap-water scalds and burns 

Adequate and constant supervision is the single most important factor in preventing tap water scalds. Provide constant adult supervision of young children, anyone who might experience difficulty removing themselves from hot water on their own, or people who might not recognize the danger associated with turning on the hot water.

Set water heater thermostats to deliver water at a temperature no higher than 120° F.

Mix bath water thoroughly and check the temperature by moving your elbow, wrist or hand with spread fingers through the water before allowing someone to get in.

Turn the faucet to the “COLD” position when not in use if the tub has a single faucet handle.

When bathing young children, position them away from faucets to prevent them from being able to reach faucet knobs. Again, keep faucets set to the “COLD” position.
Prevent cooking-related scalds and burns 

To prevent spills due to the overturning of appliances containing hot food or liquids, use the back burner when possible, and or turn pot handles away from the stove’s front edge (or any edge where someone could bump into the pot handles). All appliance cords need to be kept coiled and away from counter edges.

Use oven mitts or potholders when moving hot food from ovens, microwave ovens or stovetops. Never use wet oven mitts or potholders, because they can cause scald burns. Replace old or worn-out oven mitts.

Open heated food containers slowly, away from the face, to avoid steam burns. Steam escaping from the container or from food can cause burns.

Foods heat unevenly in microwave ovens. Stir and test before eating.

Young children are at high risk of being burned by hot food and liquids. Keep children away from cooking areas by enforcing a “kid-free zone” of three feet around the stove, or around any place where hot food or drink is being prepared or carried.

Keep hot foods and liquids away from table edges and counter edges.

When young children are present, use the stove’s back burners whenever possible.

Never hold a child while cooking, drinking, or carrying hot foods or liquids.

Teach children to treat the kitchen with respect and caution – not as a play area but as a place where injuries can occur.

The wait is over; Girl Scout Cookies have arrived in Cannon County. Hundreds of Girl Scout Cookie packages will be distributed to troops February 7 during Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee’s Cookie Delivery.  During the event, volunteers, leaders and parents will unload the cookies off of a semitrailer and then will disperse the cookies to Girl Scout troops throughout the county. Troops then deliver the cookies to their customers and sell them at booths.  The event will take place at the Cannon County Community Center located at 630 Lehman Street in Woodbury.  The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led business in the world. The program has immeasurable benefits for the girls including helping them develop lifelong skills including: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics.  The impact of how large the cookie program is in Middle Tennessee is especially visible at this event. Visuals will include dozens of Girl Scout volunteers and staff members loading vehicles to the brim full of Girl Scout Cookie packages.  Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee serves more than 13,000 girls and 6,000 adult volunteers in 39 counties. It is a part of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the world’s preeminent organization for girls, with a membership of more than 2.8 million girls and adults nationwide. GSUSA continues to strive to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. For more information on how you can be involved in Girl Scouts visit www.gsmidtn.org.

The regular season comes to a close tonight with the second matchup of the rivalry between Cannon County and Dekalb County in Smithville.  The Cannon County Lionettes look to win their final game of the regular season and have something to build on heading into the District 8-AA basketball tournament.  The Lionettes came close again to getting a win over second place Livingston only to fall by five in Woodbury Tuesday.  The Cannon County  Lions hope to continue their undefeated streak now at 10 games and close out the slate strong before the next step of the tournament.   The Lions won with authority this time over Livingston on Tuesday at home and are the regular season champions as a result.  The Dekalb County Lady Tigerettes have proven they too can provide a shocker.  The Tigerettes beat the Livingston Lady Cats a couple of weeks ago which was their first win over Livingston since 1984.  The Dekalb County Tigers are 3-10 in district play.  The Tigers recently broke a 6 game losing streak by beating Central Magnet on Tuesday.  Tonight’s contest starts at 6:00 with the girls game.  WBRY-AM 1540/FM96.7 Will have the live broadcast.  You can also hear the games streaming online at wbry.com and through your smartphones and tablets using the Tune In Radio App  WBRY

Another short list is on the agenda for the Cannon County Board Of Commissioners meeting tonight.  On the agenda.  Short Mountain Market owner Ralph Harvey will address the commission. Stan Hollingsworth will seek approval of the Commission to be placed on the 9-1-1 Board.  The meeting will take place this afternoon at 5:00 in the courtroom of the Cannon County Courthouse.

Cannon County Clerk and Master, Bill Bryson announced his retirement today, effective February 13, 2015. Clerk and Master Bryson was appointed to the position by retired Chancellor Robert E. Corlew, III in 2010. Bryson has practiced law in Woodbury for many years, and served as the City’s Attorney, among many other notable positions.
The 16th Judicial District is grateful for the many years of service Bryson has provided to the citizens of Cannon County, and offers its well-wishes to Bryson on a pleasant retirement.
The appointment of a successor was made and announced by Chancellor Howard Wilson today, after reviewing several qualified candidates. Fellow attorney and bar member, Nathan Nichols, was offered and has accepted the appointment.
Nathan Nichols currently serves as an assistant district attorney general for the Sixteenth Judicial District, which includes Cannon and Rutherford Counties.  He prosecutes major felonies and misdemeanors in Rutherford County Circuit Court.
From 2001-2011, Nathan served Cannon County as a deputy circuit court clerk during the administrations of Robert H. “Hoppy” Davenport and Lynne Foster. As a deputy clerk, he assisted with the maintenance of court records, performed accounting duties, helped citizens utilizing the clerk’s office and served as law clerk to Judge Susan Melton.
Nathan was elected to represent the First District on the Cannon County Commission from 2006-2010 and was the Republican Party’s nominee for Circuit Court Judge in 2014.  During his time as a commissioner, Nathan was a member of the law enforcement, recreation and ethics committees and participated in the crafting of Cannon County’s yearly operating budget.  He received his J.D. from the Nashville School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Middle Tennessee State University.  Nathan is a member of the Church of Christ and resides in the county.
Nichols will be sworn in by Chancellor Wilson on Friday, February 13, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. at the Cannon County Courthouse.
“I want to thank Mr. Bryson for his many years of dedicated service to the citizens  of Cannon County.  I am also very pleased that Mr. Nichols has agreed to serve as Mr. Bryson’s successor. Nathan  brings  a wealth of experience to the position  of Clerk and Master having previously worked in the Cannon County Circuit Court Clerk’s office and served as Assistant District Attorney General for the 16th Judicial district.”