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Middle Tennessee Electric (MTE) held its Annual Meeting virtually Saturday for the second consecutive year. Due to concerns for member and employee safety, the meeting was streamed live from the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce. Per the cooperative’s bylaws, the results of the election for five seats on the Board of Directors were announced during the Annual Meeting. Five members were re-elected: Ann Little – Williamson County, David Lee – Rutherford County, Ross Bradley – Rutherford County, Dr. Shervondalonn Brown – Rutherford County, and Jim Mills – Wilson County. MTE board members serve staggered three-year terms, and the Nominating Committee is responsible for nominating next year’s board of director candidates. The 2021 Nominating Committee election resulted in the appointment of Donald Lampley, Karen Paris and Juanita Patton from District 1 – Williamson County; Thomas “Teb” Batey, Jamey Faulkner, Danny Sapp and Richard Stone from District 2 – Rutherford County; Jeanne Melton from District 3 – Cannon County; and Zachary Butler, Ken Howell and Quintin Smith from District 4 – Wilson County. In an organizational meeting following the Annual Meeting, the board re-elected Mike Woods of Rutherford County as chairman, Steve Seger of Williamson County as vice chairman and Jim Mills of Wilson County as secretary-treasurer.

Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 28 which coincides with the opening day of squirrel season.

Free Hunting Day is an event the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency annually provides in hopes of increasing interest in hunting. Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The day serves as an excellent opportunity for persons to experience the enjoyment of the sport.

The TWRA encourages regular hunters to introduce friends and family members (young and old) to the outdoor sport. It is also an excellent opportunity for persons who have not tried hunting in a while to be reintroduced to the sport.

On Free Hunting Day, state resident hunters are exempt from hunting licenses and WMA permit requirements. Many of the WMAs are open to hunters seeking public access on Aug. 28. Hunters are asked to check the information for specific WMAs in the 2021-22 Tennessee Hunting and Trapping Guide. Sportsmen are reminded to ask for permission to hunt on private lands.

The TWRA offers a reminder that hunter education requirements are not waived for Free Hunting Day. Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1969 is required to have successfully completed a hunter education course. An apprentice license is required for those born on or after Jan. 1, 1969 if the hunter education course has not been completed. This license exempts the hunter from the mandatory hunter education law for one year from the date of purchase but may only be purchased for up to three consecutive years during the lifetime of the hunter. Those under 10 years of age do not need a Hunter Education certificate but must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age who must remain in a position to take immediate control of the hunting device.

Hunters can harvest up to 10 squirrels a day from the opening day of squirrel season through Feb. 28, 2022. Each hunting day begins a half-hour before sunrise and ending a half-hour after sunset.
In addition to squirrels, those species that have a year-round season will be open as well. The year-round species include armadillos, beavers, coyotes, groundhogs, and striped skunks.
For more information about hunting in Tennessee, visit TWRA’s website at www.tnwildlife.org or contact your nearest TWRA regional office.

Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 28 which coincides with the opening day of squirrel season.

Free Hunting Day is an event the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency annually provides in hopes of increasing interest in hunting. Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The day serves as an excellent opportunity for persons to experience the enjoyment of the sport.

The TWRA encourages regular hunters to introduce friends and family members (young and old) to the outdoor sport. It is also an excellent opportunity for persons who have not tried hunting in a while to be reintroduced to the sport.

On Free Hunting Day, state resident hunters are exempt from hunting licenses and WMA permit requirements. Many of the WMAs are open to hunters seeking public access on Aug. 28. Hunters are asked to check the information for specific WMAs in the 2021-22 Tennessee Hunting and Trapping Guide. Sportsmen are reminded to ask for permission to hunt on private lands.

The TWRA offers a reminder that hunter education requirements are not waived for Free Hunting Day. Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1969 is required to have successfully completed a hunter education course. An apprentice license is required for those born on or after Jan. 1, 1969 if the hunter education course has not been completed. This license exempts the hunter from the mandatory hunter education law for one year from the date of purchase but may only be purchased for up to three consecutive years during the lifetime of the hunter. Those under 10 years of age do not need a Hunter Education certificate but must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age who must remain in a position to take immediate control of the hunting device.

Hunters can harvest up to 10 squirrels a day from the opening day of squirrel season through Feb. 28, 2022. Each hunting day begins a half-hour before sunrise and ending a half-hour after sunset.
In addition to squirrels, those species that have a year-round season will be open as well. The year-round species include armadillos, beavers, coyotes, groundhogs, and striped skunks.
For more information about hunting in Tennessee, visit TWRA’s website at www.tnwildlife.org or contact your nearest TWRA regional office.

The Cannon County Board of Education will be conducting a “Restructuring Roundtable” Discussion Forum on Thursday, August 26^th, 2021 – 6:30 PM at Cannon County High School Gymnasium, 1 Lion Drive, Woodbury, TN 37190.  This Forum’s purpose is to gather input from various stakeholders in the Cannon County Community in regard to the possible restructuring of Cannon County Schools as a GOAL of the Cannon County Schools Strategic Plan 2021-2022.  This “meeting” will be open to all members of the Cannon County Community to observe Board Members and Roundtable participants as they gather input for the Cannon County Schools Strategic Plan.  Cannon County Board of Education Chairman Aletha Thomas stated, “Unfortunately someone unknown to the Cannon County Board of Education, decided to take out an ad in this week’s Cannon Courier (TUESDAY, August 24^th, 2021 edition). The advertisement misrepresents Thursday night’s organized forum. A statement in the ad reads, ‘This meeting will be open to all discussion.’ That is completely false, written to lead the public to believe that anyone and everyone can speak and ask questions.  This will be an ‘information gathering’ session to examine what is needed for the future of our schools, not a night for debate and argument, but to brainstorm about the future for the students of Cannon County.”

The Cannon County Board of Education has been working on the Cannon County Schools Strategic Plan since September 2020 with Goal #4 stating, “Develop a long-range facilities plan that provides opportunities and resources for all Students, Faculties, and Staffs.”  The Forum will gather input from various stakeholders i.e. Parents/Guardians, Teachers, Elected Officials, Business Leaders, Community Members, and local Citizens regarding multiple areas of topics such as facilities, courses offered, additions to curriculum, extra-curricular activities, test scores, and other related topics.  People have been invited that have different and varied opinions in regard to the possibility of the restructuring and related topics of Cannon County Schools in the future.  This information gathering will aid the Board in not only “developing” the Strategic Plan but now move toward “implementing” the long-range facilities plan.

Cannon County Board of Education Chairman, Mrs. Aletha Thomas stated, “The Forum will have invited participants interact with a table leader with various topics for 10-11 minutes each.  The Facilitator for the Forum will be the ‘Timekeeper’ and the participants will move forward to another topic at the appropriate time.  At the conclusion of the Forum, summaries will be given and notes from each table presented to the Board.  This evening will be about productivity and progress toward development and implementation of a long-term Strategic Plan and other related topics which will provide opportunities and resources for all students in our county.”

The venue for the Roundtable Forum will be in the Cannon County High School Gymnasium at 6:30 PM – Thursday, August 26^th, 2021. The CCHS Girls Volleyball Game that was scheduled for Thursday, August 26^th, 2021 in the CCHS Gymnasium has been moved to Woodbury Grammar School Gymnasium with the Junior Varsity Game starting at 4:00 PM and the Varsity Game beginning at 5:00 PM.  

The Cannon County Board of Education desires the submission of questions that could be used at the Forum.  Please email questions to Cannon County Board of Education Members at the following email addresses:

Mr. Wade McMackins – District 1 Member: wade.mcmackins@ccstn.net

Mrs. Jennifer Duggin – District 2 Member: Jennifer.duggin@ccstn.net

Mr. Derrick Mullins – District 3 Member: derrick.mullins@ccstn.net

Miss Carly Gannon – District 4 Member: carly.gannon@ccstn.net

Mrs. Aletha Thomas – District 5 Member: aletha.thomas@ccstn.net .

The VISION and MISSION of Cannon County Schools which has been adopted by the Cannon County Board of Education states, “VISION – ‘Engaged in Excellence EVERY Day in EVERY Way!’ through OUR MISSION – ‘To Create a Unified Environment That Will Provide Opportunities for All Students to Reach Their Full Potential!’ The GOALS of Cannon County Schools and the focus of the Strategic Plan of the Cannon County Board of Education are:

‘•       Provide a safe and supportive learning environment in a unified        community;

•        Creating a ‘Culture of Excellence’ through high expectations in all areas;

•        Engage families and the community as partners in the learning process;

•        Develop a long-range facilities plan that provides opportunities and resources for all  Students, Faculties, and Staffs.’”

Today, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued full authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for individuals age 16 and up. The vaccine remains under emergency use authorization (EUA) for those age 12-15 years and for the administration of the third dose option for individuals who are moderately or severely immunocompromised. 

The full licensed approval from the FDA is given after more than 9 months of data review and continued case study.  The Pfizer vaccine has been available in Tennessee since December 2020 with approximately 3.4 million Pfizer doses administered to date.         

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) wants to remind Tennesseans the COVID-19 vaccines are our best defense in preventing the continued spread of the virus.  Vaccination rates across the state have increased over the last month as the state experiences a surge in COVID-19 cases due to the highly contagious Delta variant.  In particular, younger Tennesseans are choosing to receive the vaccine with the highest rate of increases in the 12-15 age group and the 16-20 age group. 

Additional guidance from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is expected later this week, and the department encourages providers to review that guidance once released.  TDH will adhere to ACIP guidance regarding the administration of the vaccine. In addition, we are taking the necessary steps at our county health departments in anticipation of continued demand. 

Visit www.Vaccines.gov to find a vaccine site offering the Pfizer vaccine. In addition, local health departments across the state will be administering the COVID-19 vaccine with no appointment necessary. 

Individuals seeking more information on the COVID-19 vaccines can visit covid19.tn.gov or www.vaccines.gov to schedule an appointment with a local vaccine provider. 

The Cannon County Board of Education will be conducting a “Restructuring Roundtable” Discussion Forum on Thursday, August 26^th, 2021 – 6:30 PM at Cannon County High School Cafeteria, 1 Lion Drive, Woodbury.  This Forum’s purpose is to gather input from various stakeholders in the Cannon County Community in regard to the possible restructuring of Cannon County Schools as a GOAL of the Cannon County Schools Strategic Plan 2021-2022.

The Cannon County Board of Education has been working on the Cannon County Schools Strategic Plan since September 2020 with Goal #4 stating, “Develop a long-range facilities plan that provides opportunities and resources for all Students, Faculties, and Staffs.”  The Forum will gather input from various stakeholders i.e. Parents/Guardians, Teachers, Elected Officials, Business Leaders, Community Members, and local Citizens regarding multiple areas of topics such as facilities, courses offered, additions to curriculum, extra-curricular activities, test scores, and other related topics.  People have been invited that have different and varied opinions in regard to the possibility of the restructuring and related topics of Cannon County Schools in the future.

Cannon County Board of Education Chairman, Aletha Thomas stated, “This Forum is not a night for debate and argument, but to brainstorm about the future for the students of Cannon County.  The Forum will have invited participants interact with a table leader with various topics for 10-11 minutes each.  The Facilitator for the Forum will be the ‘Timekeeper’ and the participants will move forward to another topic at the appropriate time.

At the conclusion of the Forum, summaries will be given and notes from each table presented to the Board.  This evening will be about productivity and progress toward development and implementation of a long-term Strategic Plan and other related topics which will provide opportunities and resources for all students in our county.”

The venue will be in the Cannon County High School Cafeteria due to a scheduling conflict where the CCHS Gymnasium is being utilized for a Volleyball Game the same night.   The Cannon County Board of Education desires the submission of questions that could be used at the Forum.  Please email questions to Cannon County Board of Education Members at the following email addresses:

Mr. Wade McMackins – District 1 Member: wade.mcmackins@ccstn.net

Jennifer Duggin – District 2 Member: Jennifer.duggin@ccstn.net

Derrick Mullins – District 3 Member: derrick.mullins@ccstn.net

Carly Gannon – District 4 Member: carly.gannon@ccstn.net

Aletha Thomas – District 5 Member: aletha.thomas @ccstn.net .

The VISION and MISSION of Cannon County Schools which has been adopted by the Cannon County Board of Education states, “VISION – ‘Engaged in Excellence EVERY Day in EVERY Way!’ through OUR MISSION – ‘To Create a Unified Environment That Will Provide Opportunities for All Students to Reach Their Full Potential!’ The GOALS of Cannon County Schools and the focus of the Strategic Plan of the Cannon County Board of Education are:

‘•       Provide a safe and supportive learning environment in a unified community;

•        Creating a ‘Culture of Excellence’ through high expectations in all areas;

•        Engage families and the community as partners in the learning process;

•        Develop a long-range facilities plan that provides opportunities and resources for all Students, Faculties, and Staffs.

The Tennessee Department of Education has announced an opportunity this fall for all high school seniors to boost their scores on the ACT college entrance exam after taking the test the first time as a junior during the COVID-19 pandemic. While a recent ACT, Inc. study found that the 2020-21 ACT results indicated an anticipated decline in ACT scores nationwide, Tennessee is the first and only state to offer this free retake opportunity to every Tennessee high school senior this fall. 

The ACT is a comprehensive college entrance exam covering a wide range of subjects that assess students’ mathematical skills, grammar usage, science interpretation, and reading comprehension. Because results from college readiness tests like ACT are often used to determine eligibility for scholarships, including the Tennessee HOPE scholarship, ACT re-take opportunities empower students to fulfill requirements for college admission and demonstrate readiness.  

This year, the department is urging all Tennessee high school seniors to take advantage of the fall ACT retake opportunity and has expanded the state testing windows to provide additional options. ACT Inc.’s research shows that students who take the ACT more than once increase their score by an average of 1 point. Students who improve their scores in one or more subject areas tested will have their super-score composite available to send to postsecondary institutions and scholarship programs. 

“While the fall ACT retake has always been available to our seniors, this year’s retake opportunities offer our seniors one more chance to potentially boost their scores and demonstrate readiness for college and career,” says Commissioner Penny Schwinn. “ACT Inc.’s research shows that by participating in these opportunities, students are more likely to increase their ACT scores, and we want all our students to achieve their highest potential. I encourage our districts, schools, and families to help us ensure all Tennessee high school seniors can take advantage of this opportunity.” 

Districts across the state will be able to offer the free fall ACT retake opportunities during one of the following three-day windows: 

·         October 5-7, 2021 (CCHS will administer the ACT Retake on Tuesday, October 5^th)

·         October 19-21, 2021 

·         November 2-4, 2021  

“ACT is proud to partner with Tennessee as we encourage all student to take advantage of Tennessee’s ACT Senior Retake to improve students’ composite scores. Last year, over 89% of Tennessee seniors participated in the ACT Senior Retake.  ACT data shows that when a student tests more than once, their ACT composite score increases by about 1 point,” said Catherine Hoffman, ACT’s Vice President of State and Federal Programs. “In many cases, this score increase provided scholarship funds and many students were not required to take remedial classes.  This resulted in dollars back into Tennessee families’ pockets and impacts that will last for generations.  Tennessee continues to put students first and make lasting change for students.” 

Aligned with the department’s Best for All strategic plan, the ACT provides essential data and context for state and district leaders on student readiness for postsecondary opportunities. Students who score a 21 or higher on the ACT also meet criteria for Ready Graduate, the state’s indicator to reward schools and districts whose high school graduates demonstrate postsecondary readiness.  

Fifty percent of students who participated in the Fall Senior Retake in 2019 increased their composite score from their junior year in 2018. Additionally, 3,825 seniors raised their composite score to a 21 or higher, allowing them to access more than $61 million in HOPE Scholarship funds.  

The department recognized the impending impact the global pandemic would have on K-12 education in Tennessee and has proactively and strategically committed investments to prioritize meeting the needs of all Tennessee students through the state’s ARP ESSER plan, which lays out the state’s spending strategy for its portion of federal COVID-19 relief and stimulus funding to benefit K-12 education in Tennessee, including supports for success on the ACT. 

The department has partnered with the University of Tennessee at Martin to provide all Tennessee high school students and teachers with access to free, virtual workshops, office hours, and classes on how to succeed on the ACT.  

Throughout the summer, the ACT Success Tactics Workshops and Mastery Classes were available for free via Zoom to all Tennessee high school teachers and students, designed for rising 11th and 12th graders, to gain knowledge and skills to prepare for and be successful on the ACT. The workshops and classes are being held through the fall and are available to register for here. 

  

District leaders and higher education partners commented on the importance of providing these ACT retake opportunities to ensure our students are prepared for college and postsecondary success. 

“Cannon County Schools is very appreciative to the Tennessee Department of Education for the provision of these free resources available to Cannon County High School Students to possibly increase their ACT Scores as they prepare for post-secondary studies,” said William Freddy Curtis, Director of Schools, Cannon County Schools.  “We realize that ACT is an essential tool to assist in the readiness for college and career and provides a pivotal benchmark that can determine success and academic scholarships.  This resource and the ACT preparation platform that is being provided for our students at no cost will greatly assist their academic journey!”

“This is a great opportunity for our Cannon County High School Students to boost their scores at no cost to the student or parents/guardians,” said, Courtney Nichols, Principal, Cannon County High School. “We are also thankful for the additional tools provided by the Tennessee Department of Education that will prepare for additional success.”

To learn more about the state’s college readiness testing program, including the ACT and SAT, visit the College Readiness Testing webpage. 

“The Child Advocacy Center is excited to announce that we have been selected as a Top 200 Finalist in theState Farm Neighborhood Assist Grant!” said Development Coordinator Katie Enzor. The State Farm Review Committee selected the top 200 from 2,000 submissions from across the nation.   

“Here is where you come in,” continued Enzor. “You can vote for the Child Advocacy Center up to 10 times daily from August 18-27, 2021.  It only takes 1-2 minutes a day to vote.  The top 40 organizations with the most votes each win $25,000.” 

Registering to vote is easy.  Go on the State Farm Neighborhood Assist website at www.neighborhoodassist.com.  Use your email address to create an account and your own password.  Then click the link to vote.  Scroll down to the Tennessee organizations and VOTE for the CAC.   

Once you are registered you can use this link every day to vote for the Child Advocacy Center https://www.neighborhoodassist.com/entry/2038352.  The only requirement is that you are 18 years or older and you have a valid email address.  It is that simple! 

The Child Advocacy Center works as a multidisciplinary team with the Department of Children’s Services, law enforcement, and the District Attorney’s Office to respond to child abuse cases, investigate the crime, aggressively prosecute offenders, help children heal, and help families rebuild their shattered lives.  In the last 21 years, the Child Advocacy Center and the Child Protective Investigative Team have impacted the lives of 11% of the population of Rutherford and Cannon Counties by serving 38,478 people.  Last year, the team that responds to child abuse saw a 16% increase in cases in Rutherford and Cannon Counties. 

“Child abuse cases skyrocketed last year in Rutherford and Cannon Counties, while the funding to support services for child abuse victims has been shrinking as a result of the pandemic,” said Development Coordinator Katie Enzor.  “Your votes in the State Farm Neighborhood Assist Program will help us meet the growing need for crisis intervention services for our community’s youngest and most vulnerable crime victims.” 

State Farm Neighborhood Assist is a crowd-sourced philanthropic initiative that empowers communities to identify issues in their neighborhoods. Entering its 10th year, State Farm Neighborhood Assist has helped hundreds of causes build stronger neighborhoods together. Join their efforts as they continue to support our neighborhoods. 

For questions or help figuring out how to vote, please contact Katie Enzor at (615) 867-9000 or kenzor@cacrutherford.org. 

The Tennessee Department of Health is acting upon recent guidance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding an additional dose of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine for moderately and severely immunocompromised individuals.   

On August 13, the CDC accepted ACIP recommendations for an additional dose of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.  This includes approval for a third dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine (approved for individuals age 12 years and above) and the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (approved for individuals age 18 years and above).  The recommendation from the CDC does not include approval for an additional dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.  Tennesseans should talk with their health care provider about their medical condition, and whether getting an additional dose is appropriate for them. 

Based on the recommendations from the FDA and CDC, moderately and severely immunocompromised individuals, are defined as:

•             Receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood

•             Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system

•             Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system

•             Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)

•             Advanced or untreated HIV infection

•             Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response

For more information on the CDC’s recommendation for an additional dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine is available online.

A notification has been sent to all Tennessee providers with information on these recommendations.  Providers are encouraged to begin offering the additional dose option to eligible patients.  Visit www.Vaccines.gov to find a vaccine site offering the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine.  Patients do not need to prove their diagnosis to be eligible for an additional vaccine dose. 

Local health departments across the state will be administering the additional dose option with no appointment necessary. 

Individuals seeking more information on the COVID-19 vaccines can visit covid19.tn.gov or www.vaccines.gov to schedule an appointment with a local vaccine provider. 

Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed Executive Order 84 to give parents the ability to opt their child out of a local mask mandate enacted by a school or health board.

Gov. Lee’s remarks as prepared for delivery are below:

Let me start off this portion of the briefing by saying that we’re facing a significant challenge in our hospitals as a result of the increase in COVID cases.

The most important tool we have to fight the pandemic is a vaccine. I encourage Tennesseans who have not been vaccinated to talk to their doctor to consider getting vaccinated and to make an informed decision. I worked with my doctor and received the vaccine and it has been a dependable tool to keep me healthy.

The government will not mandate or require anyone to get a vaccine but I encourage you to consider it for yourself. It’s widely available, it’s effective and it’s free.

More and more Tennesseans are choosing to be vaccinated, almost 100,000 per week and this is good news for the health of our state.

If you do become sick with COVID, early intervention is important – please call your doctor to ask about treatments. Monoclonal antibodies are widely available at 72 centers across our state and are highly effective if used early. Your doctor can advise you on the best route for you.

I want to acknowledge the frustration and fear that many are feeling – fear of COVID and its effects on your family, fear of government intervention and its effect, and frustration over everything from masks to information that changes by the day.

Right now, some of the greatest frustration is occurring in our K-12 schools, especially around the issue of mask mandates. While local decision-making is important, individual decision-making by a parent on issues regarding the health and well-being of their child is the most important.

No one cares about the health and well-being of a child more than a parent. I am signing an executive order today that allows parents to opt their children out of a school mask mandate if either a school board or health board enacts one over a district.

Districts will make the decision they believe are best for their schools, but parents will have the ultimate decision-making for their individual child’s health and well-being. I will not be calling a special session at this time.

Our hospitals are struggling under the weight of COVID but those hospital beds are filled with adults. Requiring parents to make their children wear masks to solve an adult problem is in my view the wrong approach.

Our hospitals and our health care workers are doing everything they can to take care of Tennesseans. That’s why I signed an executive order last week giving them maximum flexibility to do their jobs. My administration continues to provide funding and staffing support to ensure there are no barriers to hospitals facing strain. I commend them once again for their incredible work and service to Tennesseans.

While we deal with this issue, it remains important that we keep our schools open and in person as we’ve seen the devastating loss of progress our kids have had academically when schools were remote or closed. Parents, if your children aren’t feeling well – keep them at home, stay in touch with your pediatrician. Good common sense will go a long way.

I commend school boards across this state as most of you kept your schools open last year and are committed to doing so again this year.

It’s frustrating that we’re headed into another school year with these challenges – it’s disheartening that the COVID challenge continues – but I’m proud of Tennesseans who, in spite of suffering, have persevered, and because of their character, there’s great hope. Thank you for joining today.

Authorities have arrested and charged a Shelbyville man in connection to the shooting of a woman on Friday morning.

At the request of 17^th District Attorney General Rob Carter, TBI Agents began investigating Friday morning’s shooting in the 200 block of Temple Ford Road in Shelbyville. During the investigation, agents developed information leading to Samuel Earl Rich (DOB 8-9-1996) as the man responsible for the crime, which injured and subsequently hospitalized a female victim.

After being placed on TBI’s Most Wanted list on Friday, Rich surrendered to a Bedford County detective on Sunday night, after which he was arrested and booked into the Bedford County Jail. At the time of this release, he was being held without bond.