THETH CHRONICLE CELEBRATING OUR 38 YEAR AS THE LEADING NEWSPAPER IN MT. JULIET AND WEST WILSON COUNTY | WWW.TCOMJ.COM of Mt. Juliet LARGEST CIRCULATION IN WILSON COUNTY • JANUARY 17, 2018 • VOLUME 38, NUMBER 3 Suspects Home2 Suites caught after MJPD off ers safety tips opens in MJ carjackings Staff Reports Home2 Suites by Hil- Staff Reports ton, part of Hilton’s (Ho- tel) All Suites portfolio, Three juvenile males announced last month its were apprehended last newest property, Home2 week following a carjack- Suites by Hilton Mt. Ju- ing, pursuit of two vehi- liet, bringing the brand cles and foot chases. one step closer to its On Friday, Jan. 12, 200th property milestone. 2018, around 1:48 a.m., Designed for travelers officers were summoned to who want to maintain their Walmart, at 300 Pleasant normal routine, the hotel Grove Road, in regards to features 103 suites and an armed carjacking. The a range of value, tech-fo- 31-year-old female victim cused and eco-conscious relayed to officers that amenities. Home2 Suites she was sitting in her run- by Hilton Mt. Juliet caters ning Kia Optima when two to the visitors traveling to males approached her. one of Tennessee’s fastest One of those males was growing communities, ac- armed. The suspects sped cording to mtjuliet.gov. off in her car, leaving the “Home2 Suites by Hil- push-to-start key behind. ton Mt. Juliet is conve- While responding to the niently located steps from original carjacking scene, Photo courtesy of MJPD Providence Marketplace an officer spotted a Toyo- Around 5 a.m. Tuesday, snow began to accumulate on roadways, leading to some hazardous travel. with 100 shops and din- ta Prius that was involved Multiple minor ice-related incidents were reported along Interstate 40 East. Wilson County Schools ing options, and a short in a carjacking at a Mur- were closed Tuesday and Wednesday due to weather. drive to explore all the freesboro Walmart earlier excitement the Nashville Staff Reports on the road safe. working together to make area has to offer,” said Mt. Juliet Police, Fire, sure everyone has the nec- MaryJane Parker, general See CHASE, PAGE 15 In light of recent weath- and Public Works leader- essary resources. manager. “Our hotel will er, city public safety and ship is in constant contact The Mt. Juliet Police provide overnight and ex- public works want to en- with the Wilson County Department reminds resi- tended-stay guests a dy- sure residents are protect- Emergency Management dents to stay safe in snowy ed and take necessary pre- Agency, and all agencies See HOTEL, PAGE 11 See SNOW, PAGE 3 cautions to keep everyone are communicating and Multiple indictments in drug bust
Staff Reports tion has led to overdoses throughout Wilson County LEBANON, TN – Local and authorities are work- and federal authorities ing jointly to hold drug Voting worked together Friday dealers accountable and morning after a lengthy get drugs off the street. investigation that led to “This is just the begin- IS NOW the arrests of multiple res- ning of efforts to combat idents after indictments the drug sales and usage were handed down on var- in this county. We are see- LIVE! ious drug and weapon vi- ing more and more families olations. affected by drug addiction GO TO Many of the violations and we will continue our were predominately for efforts in arresting these TCOMJ.COM/POLLS the sale or use of phar- violators that are feeding TO VOTE! maceutical opioids, her- into these addictions,” oin, methamphetamine, Photo courtesy of WCSO Voting ends February 1st See CHARGE, PAGE 7 and cocaine. Drug addic- COMMUNITY CALENDAR - PAGE 2 | OBITUARIES - PAGE 10 | CLASSIFIEDS - PAGE 12 Page 2, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 Best of Parenting winner 13 years in a row!
5000 Crossing’s Circle, Suite 300 | Mt. Juliet | 615-754-4444 | Snodgrassking.com COMMUNITY CALENDAR CedarStone hosts book signing event JAN 20 and the Middle School Championship is Jan. Staff Reports Bowling Tourna- 27, both held at Nash- ment ville Aquatic Club (222 CedarStone Bank along The state bowling 25th Ave. in Nashville). with Andrew Jackson’s tournament will be held Hermitage hosted a two- from Thursday, Jan. hour book signing Jan. 7 18, through Saturday, JAN 27 for noted author and Fox Jan. 20, at the Smyrna Television News personal- Bowling Center at 95 Swap Meet ity Brian Kilmeade’s “An- Weakley Lane in Smyr- The Percy Priest drew Jackson, The Miracle na. Spectator informa- Striper/Hybrid Club is of New Orleans.” tion, team brackets, in- sponsoring a sportsman More than 150 patrons, dividual qualifiers and swap meet to benefit friends, shareholders and venue information can the hatchery program of customers of CedarStone be found at http://ts- the TN Wildlife Resourc- Bank and Andrew Jack- saasports.com. es Agency. The Meet is son’s Hermitage attended Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. till the event at the bank’s 2 p.m. at Charlie Dan- Main Offi ce location in JAN 23 iels Park. Tables are Lebanon. available to rent for $20 CedarStone Bank Presi- Photo submitted JECDB and can be reserved by dent and CEO Bob McDon- The Board of Direc- calling (615) 449-5431. ald serves as Vice Regent Bob McDonad, CedarStone Bank President & CEO with Fox & tors of the Joint Eco- All proceeds collect- on the Board of Trustees Friends Co-Host Brian Kilmeade, author of “Andrew Jackson, nomic and Community ed will go to purchase for Andrew Jackson Foun- The Miracle of New Orleans.” Development Board of the highest protein fish dation and was delighted tle of New Orleans in such said he was thrilled to Wilson County will meet food available for the the historic landmark and a way that young peo- learn of Kilmeade’s topic on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at hatchery program to museum asked the local ple, teenagers and senior of choice for his new book 7:30 a.m. at 200 Aviation keep Tennessee water community bank to host adults can grasp the man, and was excited to have Way in Lebanon, 2nd premier fisheries. A $5 the event. the leader and the legend him and his family tour floor Conference Room. donation is requested “We were honored to of Andrew Jackson,” said the facility over the week- at the door, children work with Andrew Jack- McDonald. end. under 12 get in free. No son’s Hermitage in hosting Howard Kittell, Presi- “We’re thrilled by Bri- JAN 23 firearms. this event for Brian Kilme- ade from Fox and Friends. dent and CEO of the An- an’s new book,” Kittell drew Jackson Foundation said. “It was Jackson win- Free Fitness Class His book depicts the Bat- ning [the Battle of New Free Fitness Class FEB 3 Orleans] that was a pivot every Tuesday eve- point in his life and was ning 6:30 p.m. at Life Polar Plunge a pivot point in our coun- Church in the youth The Wilson County try’s history, as well. Bri- center. Life Church is Special Olympics an- an’s book has just caught located at 3688 High- nual fundraiser, Polar fi re. It’s putting Jackson way 109 Lebanon, Tn. Plunge, will be 8 a.m. back in front of the public Right across the street Feb. 3 at Jimmy Floyd in the role of hero.” from The Dollar Gener- Family Center in Leb- The Hermitage also al Store. This is a great anon. Take the plunge hosted the annual wreath class for all ages and all and challenge friends to laying ceremony commem- fitness levels. For more do the same, for a good orating the 203rd anniver- information you can cause. It only takes a sary of the Battle of New email info@LifeChurch- few minutes of brav- Orleans on Monday, Jan. Family.com ery to get wet, be wild 8. Kilmeade was also in and have some crazy attendance to be a part of cold fun. Award for best the annual celebration as JAN 26-27 costume. Top donor re- he and the Regent of the ceives 1-year member- Andrew Jackson Founda- Swim Meet ship to JFFC. Register tion, Frances Spradley, The Regional Cham- online at polarplun- participated in the “lay- pionship Swim Meet for getn.com or in person ing of the wreaths” on the High School is Jan. 26 at JFFC. tombs of Andrew Jackson and his wife Rachel. The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 Page 3
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Mt. Juliet children enjoyed another day off Tuesday after an accu- mulation of snow during the early morning hours. Wilson County Photo courtesy of MJPD announced Monday night that schools would be closed Tuesday. Schools and extended care were closed Wednesday as well. From SNOW, PAGE 1 driving. Motorists should posted limit. check the fl uid levels of Leave Extra Space Be- weather. Please remember their vehicles, particular- tween Vehicles: Under the following tips through- ly washer fl uid and an- perfect driving conditions, out any winter storm: ti-freeze, to make sure motorists should leave at Follow us on Social that they are at adequate least one car length for ev- Media for Updates: Fol- levels. Tires should be ery ten miles per hour be- low Wilson County and inspected to ensure that tween them and the vehi- Tennessee public safety they are properly infl ated cle in front of them. If the agencies on Twitter and and have enough tread road and weather condi- Facebook. Many agen- depth. Motorists should tions are dangerous, that cies actively communicate equip their vehicles with distance should be signifi - with the public about road an ice scraper, jumper cantly increased to afford closures, traffi c adviso- cables, a fl ashlight and for increased stopping dis- ries, and/or important in- some warm clothing and tances. formation on Twitter and blankets. Additionally, Black Ice: Transpar- Facebook. motorists are reminded to ent ice may form on the Photo courtesy of MJPD Stay Informed: Any- completely clear their ve- roadway. If you notice ice time there is a possibil- hicles of snow and ice pri- forming on any objects, MJPD Twitter: “From last night - Offi cer Wiley engaged in a ity of a winter storm, it or to driving, including all assume that it is forming friendly snowball battle with a few kiddos at Charlie Daniels is always important to lights, for visibility. Clear- on the road surface as Park, who were enjoying the snow!” stay connected and have ing vehicles of snow and well. Bridges are usually your communication de- ice enhances the safety of the fi rst surfaces to freeze. vices charged. Consider all motorists by providing Drive slowly and, if possi- registering for Mt. Juliet an unobstructed view to ble, avoid driving on iced- HELP WANTED and Wilson County EMA the operator and prevents over surfaces. Local newspaper carrier position Nixle Alerts to receive re- snow and ice from fl ying Buckle Up: The single available in the Mt. Juliet area. al-time text alerts on your off vehicles at high speeds most effective thing that Must have own car & furnish phone. It is simple to reg- and posing a hazard to motorists can do to keep proof of insurance. Must be ister, simply text your zip others on the road. Mo- themselves, friends, and available to deliver papers code to the phone number torists should also carry a loved ones safe on the every Wednesday during the day. “888777”. charged cell phone. road is to buckle up. Call Phyllis at 754-6111 Take Note of the Reduce Speed: Antic- Dial 911 in Roadway Weather Forecast: Mt. ipate delays. Most snow Emergencies: Motorists K Juliet Police encourage and ice-related crashes who become disabled in a residents to take note of are caused by spin-outs dangerous location or en- local forecasts and plan and vehicles sliding off the counter an emergency on accordingly for adverse road because they are trav- the roadways should dial weather conditions. Mo- eling at speeds too great 911 on their cell phones to torists are reminded that for the road and weather immediately be connect- conditions. Posted speed ed to emergency services. they can dial 511 on their Curtis Hopper, Realtor ® cell phones for current limits are set for driving Motorists should always 2494 N. Mt. Juliet Rd, Ste 100 traffi c and road conditions under perfect, dry condi- be aware of their location, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 on Tennessee roadways. tions. If road and weather noting the road they are Office:615.773.4020 The Tennessee Depart- conditions are dangerous, traveling on and nearest Cell: 615.390.7651 ment of Transportation motorists should operate cross-street or mile-mark- [email protected] also has a great SmartWay at a speed well below the er. www.TennesseeAppraisers.com resource that provides up- to-date traffi c information on Tennessee’s highway system. You can fi nd more HUGE DEDUCTIBLE? information about it at Let me make it easy for you www.TNSmartWay.com. $45 physical, $32 adjustments Vehicle Preparation: With a forecast of in- straight forward cash pricing clement weather, motor- ists should ensure that Dr. Doug Sharp 615-559-5226 | bodyshopchiropractic.org their vehicles are well IN THE HEART OF PROVIDENCE maintained and proper- 2012 PROVIDENCE PARKWAY, SUITE A ly equipped for winter (INSIDE BODY SHOP FITNESS) Page 4, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 ASK AN EXPERT
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ea l a e a s i isali If I want to make renovations or is is p ssible a ee a e improvements to my swimming Great question! Yes, Invisalign is possible for teenagers. pool before the season starts, Let me go over the two most common questions I receive when should I get on my pool regarding Invisalign. 1. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE ADVANTAGES OF contractor/service company’s list INVISALIGN OVER BRACES? With Invisalign, the for the Spring? aligners are removable, so you can play sports without the worry of being hit in the mouth by a ball. ey can also continue playing musical instruments properly. NOW! It would actually have been a good e removable aligners make it easy to brush and oss discussion in the fall, but don’t put it off any normally. longer. Many companies will be closing out 2. HOW MUCH DOES INVISALIGN COST? At this their spring schedule very soon if not already. time, Invisalign Teen costs the same as traditional braces Make your plans and designs soon! in both of our locations. We can check your dental As always, feel free to email us your questions insurance plan — orthodontic treatment with Invisalign for a personal response! Teen is covered by many dental insurance plans. We o er Send those to [email protected] exible and a ordable monthly payment plans as well. So, call Oxford Orthodontics today for your complimentary smile evaluation to get started on David W. Cowan Owner creating your amazing smile! ic Or n 2923 Hwy 109 N, Lebanon, TN 5002 Crossings Circle, Suite 200, Mt. Juliet 615-547-9972 | www.poolkrafters.com 615-553-4054 • oxfordortho.com Page 5, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 ASK AN EXPERT
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Offi ce: 615-754-0200 | Direct: 615-477-7836 or call 5 54 1550 N. Mt Juliet Rd. Ste 201, Mt. Juliet W. A. Wright Elementary Gladeville Elementary: 2nd Nine Weeks Lists December Gator of the Month Principal’s List
3rd Grade 5th Grade Brooks Durham, Leah Sarah Davis, Ava Fisher, Fisher, Marley Gray, Doug- Sam Fuller, Lilah Grogan, las Gregory, Lauren Greg- Masin Hall, Kaido Kajandi, ory, Brandon Jimenez, Tyler Koon, Micky Mahan, Emilee Koon, Kendra Lin, Morgan Pollei, Austin Rus- Lindsey Nelson, Lydia Rus- sell, Morgan Shortt, Brynlie so. Smith.
4th Grade Annabelle Calcote, Cam- den Cole, Lizze Gregory, Kayla Smith, Regan Tuck.
Honor Roll
3rd Grade Newell, Madison Nuckoles, Kinsley Atwood, Lexie James Oakes, Sarah Pierce, Baskin, Maddison Blaylock, Haston Wolf. Keilyn Burns, Caden Clark, Hayden Davey, Caroline Bow- 5th Grade man, Joshua Flicek, Andy Alexander Akin, Kylie Bo- Garrett, Zane Gregory, Todd deis, Jack Bowman, Jasmine Hyder, Kennedy Johnson, Card, Robby Cayler, Mattie Photo submitted Reina Litwin, Keegan Lutz, Counce, Dylan Davenport, Kyson Sanders, Brittian Sim- Alyx Frost, Lily Gaffney, Char- Pictured left to right Middle Row - Akemi Front Row - Ella Spen- mons, Toni Simmons, Drew lie Harrington, Sean Hickey, Dorcey, Blake Oldham, cer, Ella Hood, Trey Bass, Wallingsford. Hayden Hunt, Isabella Jost, Back Row - Isaiah Leilani Garcia, Adel- Kensley Crook, Knoaa Bobby Kamos, Jack Kleps- Melecio, Beckham Fehr- ysse Brown, Machaela Perry, Amelia Blunkall, 4th Grade er, Polly Lounsbury, Chase man, Trey Robinson, Jen- Black, Sadie Elkins, Abby Avery Bilter, Jaxon Syler, Jane Bigham, Faith Bosh- Montgomery, Ryan Mull- na Lee, Gracie Jo Pow- Dill, Collin Stadterman, Jayden Mead and Rach- ers, Jackson DaBell, Mia ins, Justin Muniz, Brayden ell, Konnor Adelsberger, Hayden Moran, Avery elle Matherly. Not pic- Dedman, James Fowler, Sa- Sanders, Collin Stewart, Brandon Elston, Jacob Jackson, Beau Turner tured: Harlie Ward. brina Graves, Chloe John- Ashley Thompson, Bethany Anderson and Cal Clark. and Tucker Toombs. ston, Kaelyn McGuire, James Thompson, Kyndal Wright.
www.tcomj.com Page 6, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 FAITH & MESSAGE What are your plans? is at this time of year that the answer of the tongue true, as the Lord told commit whatever we do we are mindful of making that belongs to the Lord. Samuel, man looks at to the Lord, then He will plans for the coming year. In other words, we plan, the outward appearance establish our plans. We Many times, these plans and God directs. Mak- of a person, but the Lord all want our plans to suc- take the form of resolu- ing plans is certainly the looks at the heart. So, ceed and to stand firm tions, which sadly we of- right thing to do, but so God is not only interested through the process of ten fall short of accom- is submitting our plans in what plans you make, life. It seems the key to plishing. The Bible has to the Sovereign Lord. We but He is more interest- this is whether or not we something to say about should be interested in ed in why you are making have devoted our actions our making plans, as well what God says about our your plans. to Him. as God’s involvement in plan. Proverbs 24:12 tells How about this one? and with our plans. Prov- He continues by re- that, “If you say, ‘See, we Making sure our ways Larry Grainger erbs 16 offers us some minding us that regard- did not know this,’ Does are pleasing to the Lord Abundant Life Church lessons regarding this. less of how we feel about He not consider it who leads to a peaceable exis- Solomon tells us that our plans, it is the Lord weighs the hearts?” tence (verse 7). When Je- We are at the begin- the plans of the heart who will examine our Verse 3 of this Prov- ning of a New Year and it belong to man, but it is heart and motives. It is erb tells us that if we will See F & M, PAGE 9 CHURCH DIRECTORY Assembly of God Victory Baptist Church Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Presbyterian Grace Bible Fellowship Lighthouse Assembly of Catholic Witnesses Unity Grace Fellowship Ministries God Holy Comforter Anglican Lutheran Unity of Music City Greater True Faith Com- Baptist (ACC) Celebration Lutheran Non-Denominational munity Church Baker’s Grove Baptist St. Stephen Catholic Com- Methodist Abundant Life* Holy Temple Church Beckwith Baptist munity Cook’s United Methodist The BARN Church The Journey Church Cedar Grove Baptist Church of Christ Gladeville United Methodist Bridge Fellowship Church Joy Church International Corona Baptist Church Belinda Parkway Church Grace United Methodist Cedar Ridge Church LifeChurch of Mt. Juliet Faith Church of Christ Church The Church at Pleasant Living Hope Church Fellowship Baptist Center Chapel Church of Mt. Juliet African Method- Grove Mending Fences Cowboy Church The Fellowship at Mt. Ju- Christ ist Episcopal Church Connect Church New Heart Christian liet Corinth Church of Christ Pleasant Grove United Faith is the Victory Church Church First Baptist Church of Gladeville Church of Methodist Cross Point Church Friendship Community New Tribe Church Mt. Juliet* Christ Providence United Method- Church Our Father’s House Com- The Glade Church Green Hill Church of ist* Gateway of Hope munity Church Grace Baptist Church Christ Scott’s Chapel African Generation Changers The Rock of Nashville Green Hill Church* Leeville Church of Christ Methodist Episcopal Church Royal Life International Hickory Hills Baptist Mt. Juliet Church of Christ Church Global Vision Bible Church The LightHouse Fellow- Nonaville Church of Christ Williamson Chapel CME ship Vesta Church of Christ Church Mays Chapel Church of God Nazarene Mt. Juliet Missionary Bap- Living Water Fellowship Covenant Fellowship Church tist Mt. Juliet Church of God of the Nazarene ANDY & TRACEY BOND Mt. Olivet Baptist The Pointe Church Pentecostal Funeral Directors & Embalmers Music City Baptist Church Church of Jesus Christ Church Alive New Life Baptist Church The Church of Jesus Presbyterian 1098 Weston Drive • Mt. Juliet, TN Rutland Baptist Church Christ of Latter Day Saints Cloyds Cumberland Pres- Silver Springs Baptist Episcopal byterian 615-773-2663 Truth and Grace Free Will Church of the Epiphany Hickory Grove Church 24 hour obituary line 615-641-2663 www.bondmemorial.com Baptist Church Jehovah’s Witness Suggs Creek Cumberland
ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH 1000 Woodridge Place Mt Juliet, TN 37122 (across from MJ Middle School) 1777 TATE LANE, MT. JULIET 615-773-5200 • WWW.VBCMTJ.ORG Sunday Morning Gathering 9:30 a.m. 8:45 Traditional Worship 9:45 Sunday School “Our family serving SERVICE TIMES Wednesday Youth Ministry 10:45 Modern Worship Life Groups and Worship 7:00 p.m. your family” Sunday 9am & 10:30am Hermitage Funeral Home & Wednesday Activities 615-754-7035 6pm 1491 N. Mt. Juliet Rd. alcmtjuliet.com Memorial Garden 615-889-0361 13251 Lebanon Rd., Mt. Juliet Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 www.hermitagememorial.com 615-758-7238 • greenhillchurch.com
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490 Industrial Drive, Mt. Juliet | 615-889-3950 thefellowship.cc | facebook.com/fellowshipMJ C The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 Page 7 REFLECTIONS FROM AN OLD FRIEND Money doesn’t make you rich important in life. cy cars, jewelry and a big you happy. For example, live a rich life. When times get tough we house and that’s simply not no amount of money in the Being rich with money must get tougher. During the case. world can guarantee some- will only make you a poor tough times we need to be It’s true and I must admit one’s health or even tomor- person if you don’t have even closer to our family that having plenty of mon- row. If you died today you love, good health and hap- and friends. If we lean on ey wouldn’t hurt, but that’s couldn’t take the money piness in your life. We’ve one another during tough not what makes you a rich with you but you could take all lost someone we love or times we will truly realize person. There are plenty the love with you. been heartbroken. Think that it doesn’t take mon- of examples of people that Other examples are cars, about it, when you lose ey and material things to won millions by winning the jewelry or worldly posses- someone you love or have make you rich. lottery only to become more sions. They’re great to have a sick family member or For example: What miserable. but you can’t take them friend, chances are you ar- makes you a rich person? As it has been proven with you. Cars tend to sit en’t thinking about money Kenny Martin Is it money? So many peo- many times before, being in a garage, jewelry tends to or possessions. City Manager ple have lived their entire rich has very little to do sit in a jewelry case unworn The next time you ques- Mt. Juliet, TN lives looking for that pot of with money, homes, jew- and most possessions sim- tion your wealth in dollars gold or searching for a way elry or fancy cars. Being ply sit idle collecting dust. If and possessions, simply With what seems like a to become rich only to find rich has everything to do you don’t have love in your take a look at the people daily dose of bad news-re- that they had been rich all with having people that love heart and your health, you who love and care for you lated information on our along. Some will work many you, your health and know- can’t enjoy any of these and you will suddenly re- televisions, radios and jobs sacrificing multiple ing that your family and things no matter how much alize just how rich you are. computers, it’s easy to see hours of family, fun and re- friends are safe, happy and money you have. Simply put, I bet you are how someone could get laxation time all for the al- healthy. We must never lose In other words, being extremely rich even without depressed, stressed and mighty dollar. Unfortunate- sight of what really makes rich has nothing to do with the first dollar in your pock- become downright misera- ly, many of these people will us so-called rich. money. Being rich is a state et. Just take a look around ble. These are tough times never achieve what some Don’t get me wrong, of mind. The person that and you’ll suddenly see just most of us have never seen. would refer to as being rich. having money to spend is awakes each and every day how truly wealthy you are. These tough times can very Some believe being rich nice but it’s not everything. thanking God for his wife, Now you probably know a easily cause us to lose fo- means that you have to Does it help? Of course it children, family, friends, lot more rich folk, including cus on what’s really most have lots of money, fan- helps, but it will not make health and blessings will yourself!
DR. GREG DENTON, DDS
“A Familiar Face In A New Place”
leanings | rowns | Dentures artials | osmetic Dentistry | Sleep pnea De ices Photos courtesy of WCSO Here We Grow Again! From CHARGE, PAGE 1 of twenty indictments Williams, Elizabeth N. eam Denton is e cited to announce our newest served Friday morning Whited, Darrel R. Nelson, team members. said Wilson County Sher- out of forty-five that were Mary D. Bates, Fredrick ina c eil and eresa iff Robert Bryan. “People handed down. Authorities L. Garrett, Kayla Black, oward bringing o er 3 are dying in their homes will continue to serve the Teresa Joyner and Travis years of dental knowledge and on the street from remaining indictments. Spicer. and e perience to our overdose. We will contin- Among those that were A hold was also placed already e ceptional team. ue to investigate these served were Ladonte O. on four individuals who cases extensively, while Jennings, Otis Coffee, are currently incarcer- NOW TAKING working with each agen- William Stithem, Robert ated in another county: NEW PATIENTS. cy, and go after each drug S. Morton, Angela Engel- Steven Willhite, James Call Today! dealer that is affecting hardt, Perry O. White Jr., Holt, Delonte Smith and our communities.” James D. Clark, Derrick Joshua Farmer. 11211 T There were a total D. Rhodes, Michael D. 615- 5 - 5 dentondentalsolutions.com C Page 8, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 Ascend wraps up 2017 with donations Staff Reports the River of Hope Radio- thon, which benefi ted the Ascend ended 2017 by Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s donating more than $1,800 Hospital at Vanderbilt. to three Middle Tennessee The credit union also charities. once again participated in A Christmas decoration the Middle Tennessee Chap- contest by credit union em- ter of Credit Unions (MTCU) ployees helped ensure lo- toy drive. The annual drive cal children received gifts benefi ts children from 8 Christmas morning from weeks to 18 years of age in Toys for Tots. foster care with the Ten- Last month, Ascend was nessee Department of Chil- the presenting sponsor of dren’s Services.
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After a successful fi rst year at the Wilson County Expo Center in 2017, Wilson Bank & Trust’s Southern Home & Garden Expo will return to Lebanon on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 9-10. The event off ers free access to experts from throughout Middle Tennessee in areas like home building, decorating, remodeling, fi nancing and more, all under one roof.
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Staff Reports cial workshops hosted by from Fakes & Hooker topical experts will also A $2,500 cement floor Interactive drumming Wilson Bank & Trust’s be scheduled in the com- (500 square feet) from annual home show will re- ing weeks. AgriKote Protective Coat- workshop visits Kids Clubs turn to the Wilson County Prizes and giveaways ings Expo Center in Lebanon with combined values of Expo hours are 4 to Staff Reports rotate parts and instru- next month with a variety more than $13,000 will 8 p.m. on Feb. 9, and 9 ments, playing authentic of exhibitors ready to help be awarded to guests at a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 10. Wilson County resi- percussion instruments with all types of home-re- this year’s Expo, includ- Limited exhibit space is dent Zig Wajler of “Hands including: congas, bon- lated projects. ing: still available. Home-re- on with Zig” educational gos, cajons, maracas, The Southern Home & A free barbecue tool set lated businesses interest- music programs shared guiros, mambo/bon- Garden Expo takes place or gardening tool set for ed in reserving a booth his drumming expertise go bells, shakers, frame Friday and Saturday, the first 500 visitors on can contact Becky Jen- with 1,200 children and drums, buckets and Feb. 9-10. With free ad- Saturday, Feb. 10 nings at (615) 443-6635. adults at fourteen Wil- more. mission, the event pro- A $500 cash prize and WB&T also offers spe- son County School’s Kids Zig also includes his vides access to dozens of a 65” flat screen TV from cial construction financ- Club sites. requested fun and fast- Middle Tennessee busi- Wilson Bank & Trust ing rates that are only The workshops took paced drumming games nesses in the home im- $2,500 in Benjamin available during the place this Fall as coor- and rhythm challenge provement industry. Spe- Moore paint products event. dinated by Anne Barg- through “gaming mode.” er with Wilson County The power of drumming Schools who praised the culminates as all partici- program. pants combine their parts Zig’s Interactive Drum- by chanting, singing and ming and Percussion playing hand percussion Workshop involved each to the melody of a classic child in a fun, learning song. experience. The program engages Shawn McMurry The workshop is an en- the active participants by Shawn McMurry gaging hands-on drum- combining the learning Direct: (615) 509-8895 ming experience where modalities that include: 1550 North Mt. Juliet Rd., Ste. 201 Office: (615) 754-0200 participants become auditory (listening, rep- members of an ensemble etition, oral instruction, [email protected]. 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Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 Page 9 From F & M, PAGE 6 Wilson County continues educational achievement sus was sleeping through the storm, He was enjoy- ing a peaceable existence. Staff Reports it, last school students were able schools last year met the So, our surroundings do spring was to participate in TNReady eligibility requirements to not determine our peace, The Tennessee Depart- the first time assessments, due to a receive a HOPE scholar- but rather have we been ment of Education re- students in problem with the previous ship. pleasing to the Father. leased its statewide report grades 3-8 vendor. Wilson County’s TVAAS Are your ways pleasing to card for the 2016-2017 had ever The report card also composite is at a Level the Lord God? Jesus said school year on Jan. 10. taken the measures a number of 3, which indicates that that He always did the Students in Wilson County TNReady as- Wright other important statistics Wilson County is mak- things that were pleasing continue to make gains in sessment,” within each district, such ing expected growth in to His Father. Why should both growth and achieve- said Wright. “It’ll be very as attendance, graduation all content areas. This is we be any different? This ment, despite the recent telling to see where we are rates and ACT scores. Wil- an increase from the pre- Proverb teaches us that overhaul of statewide as- a year from now. We antic- son County remains one vious year, in which the having a heart to make sessments. ipate the scores to contin- of the top performing dis- district received a Level 1. plans that please God will Director of Schools, Dr. ue rising, once our teach- tricts in the state, with a In TVAAS numeracy, the lead us to a life of peace; Donna Wright, said she’s ers and students get more graduation rate of 96.2 district received a Level 5, even with those we might not only encouraged by and more acclimated with percent, and an ACT com- which is the highest pos- consider our enemies. the results, but eager to the new state standards posite score of 21. More sible score. The district Solomon also teach- see where they go from and test format.” than half the students continues to exceed state es us that our heart can here. During the 2015-2016 who graduated from one averages for achievement, plan our way, but it is “When you think about calendar year, only high of the Wilson County high in all subject areas. the Lord who establish- es and orders our steps. The Psalmist wrote that the steps of a man are Next week named TN School Choice Week ordered by the Lord. And though we might stumble Governor Haslam proclaims Jan. 21-27 Tennesee School Choice Week, joins and fall down, we will not be utterly and finally leaders nationwide in celebrating opportunity in education. thrown down in failure. Remember that failure is not final. Staff Reports raising awareness of and proclamation,” said An- designed to shine a posi- Probably the most sparking conversations drew Campanella, pres- tive spotlight on effective valuable lesson from this Thanks to an official about the educational ident of National School education options for ev- Proverb is the Lord’s pur- proclamation from Gov. options parents have, or Choice Week. “The enthu- ery child. Through thou- pose will prevail over the Haslam, Jan. 21-27 will want to have, for their siasm that Tennesseeans sands of independently plans of men. God is not be School Choice Week children. and other Americans have planned events across the sitting in heaven wringing in Tennessee. Dozens of More than 32,000 for school choice is in- country, National School His hands worried that other governors and hun- School Choice Week gath- credible. We hope parents Choice Week raises public we might pray the wrong dreds of city and county erings will take place in the Volunteer State will awareness of all types of prayer or make the wrong leaders nationwide have nationwide – including take this opportunity to educational choices avail- plan. His plan will ulti- issued similar proclama- rallies, roundtable dis- find the best schools for able to children. These mately prevail. tions. cussions, receptions, cof- their children.” options include tradition- Proverbs 19:21 says In Tennessee, 640 feehouse meet-ups, mov- Held every January, al public schools, public it this way: “Many are School Choice Week ie screenings, festivals, National School Choice charter schools, public the plans in the mind of events and activities school fairs and more. 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DODD, Patricia Rhea children Jeremy Lewis, Jus- Fellowship Church in Leb- the Chaney Distinguished SURRATT, Kenneth Paul tin (Erica) Lewis, Jonathan anon and was a member of Professor Award, educator of Pat Dodd passed away (Becca) Lewis, Chandler The National Rifl e Associ- the year by the Southeastern Ken Surratt passed away on Jan. 9, 2018 at age 73. Lewis and Meghan Lewis; ation. He had a very likable Journalism Conference, and on Jan. 11, 2018 at age 54. A funeral service was held great-grandchildren Cam- personality and was a very served on the board of the lo- A funeral service was held Jan. 12 as West Haven Bap- den, Callie and Conleigh; and sociable person, never meet- cal chapter of the Society of Monday, Jan. 15 at Sellars tist Church in Lebanon, and sisters Mildred Clubb and ing a stranger. He was pas- Professional Journalists. Funeral Home in Lebanon. Mrs. Dodd was interred in Joann (Larry) Palmer. She is sionate about everything he Though he taught across Mr. Surratt was born in Wilson County Memorial. preceded in death by parents did and believed in whether it a range of subjects, Thom’s Fort Richardson, AL. He was Mrs. Dodd is survived by Willis Moss and Kennie Mae was religion, family, sports or specialty was ethics and the a Staff Sergeant of the 82nd husband of 51 years Robert Hosford Johnson and sister politics. sometimes thorny situations Airborne Division in the Wayne Dodd; son Matthew Dorothy. A Celebration of Life ser- journalists can face when United States Army in Pan- (Laura) Dodd; grandchildren In lieu of fl owers, please vice was held Jan. 15 at the covering the news. He turned ama, Grenada, and the 1st Luke Dodd and Abbie Dodd; make Memorial Donations to Bridge Fellowship Church in his love of music — espe- Gulf War. In civilian life, he siblings Lynn (David) Colling- the camp started by Pastor Lebanon. cially the Beatles and Bruce worked as a restaurant man- sworth, James Rhea Clem- and Mrs. Lewis, www.neotez. In lieu of fl owers, the Springsteen — into a popu- ager. mons Jr., Gigi Clemmons, org. family requests you make lar entertainment journalism He is survived by mother and Larry (Kelly) Clemmons; Sellars Funeral Home, a contribution to Leukemia track at Belmont. The recent Gayle Surratt; sisters Tina and numerous nieces and Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393. and Lymphoma Society; The resurgence of vinyl made Sto- (Billy) Hayes and Treasa nephews. Leukemia & Lymphoma So- rey a rock star as he pulled Bane; uncle John Broussard; She is preceded in death ciety, Donor Services, PO from his collection of vintage niece Samantha Bane; neph- by son Robert Wayne Dodd PELHAM, Tim Box 98018, Washington DC, records for his classes. ews Paul Rhodes, Morgan Jr., daughter Chrissa Leanne 20090-8018. He was a devoted family (Nikki) Hayes, and Justin Dodd, and parents James Tim Pelham was born Feb. Arrangements by Sellars man. He and his daughter (Cristol) Hayes; great-nieces Rhea and Mary Winter Clem- 21, 1964 in Rock Island, Funeral Home at Mt. Juliet, Madison had a love of roller and great-nephews; cous- mons. Tenn. He passed peaceful- 2229 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. coasters and would seek out ins Kenny Broussard, Penny In lieu of fl owers, please ly from this life on Jan. 11, Juliet, TN 37122, 615-758- the best and fastest. He and Pogue, Tammy (Scott) Ham- make memorial donations 2018 at the age of 53 years 5459, obituary line 615-758- his wife Caroline were avid lett, Sheree (Dale) Hefl in, and to the West Haven Baptist old. 8818, www.sellarsfunerals- golfers and loved playing dif- Chrystal Hernandez; and Church Building Fund. He is survived by his lov- ervices.com. ferent courses together. numerous other family mem- Sellars Funeral Home, ing wife, Tracy Pelham; chil- He is preceded in death bers. Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393. dren, Mitchell Ross Pelham, by his mother Helen, and He is preceded in death Jordan Hansen, Amanda STOREY, Thompson Ed- his son Joseph. He is sur- by father Paul Surratt, uncle Pelham, and Andrea Bates; ward vived by his loving wife, James “Jimmy” Morris For- LEWIS, Barbara June mother, Christine Mullican; Caroline, daughter Madi- syth, aunt Sue Broussard, father, Paris Pelham; sib- Thompson Edward Sto- son, father William, brother, grandmother Lura Bell For- June Lewis passed away lings, Gregg Pelham, Kellye rey, chair of the Media Stud- Peter (Barb), step-children syth, and grandfather Wil- on Jan. 15, 2018 at age 86. Gilbert, and Jason Pelham. ies Department at Belmont Thomas, Allison (Johannes), liam Morris Forsyth. The Memorial Service is 1 Tim grew up as a farm University, passed away Caroline (Stuart), grandson The family extends a spe- p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, boy. He enjoyed hunting, Jan.10, 2018 at his home in Layne, granddaughter Blake, cial thank you to Wilson 2018 in the chapel of Sellars building things, sports, cars, Old Hickory surrounded by nephew Christopher, and County Emergency Manage- Funeral Home, Lebanon TN. his son’s athletics, and gar- his loving family. He was 62. niece Rachel. ment. The family will be receiving dening. He was blessed with Born in North Tonawan- A memorial service was Sellars Funeral Home, friends at the funeral home a green thumb in any garden da, New York in 1955, Thom held Jan. 15 at Cooks United Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393. on Thursday from 11 a.m. he came into contact with. He (a.k.a. Linko) graduated from Methodist Church in Mt. Ju- until the service. was also a huge UT Vols foot- St. Bonaventure University liet. In lieu of fl owers, dona- Mrs. Lewis served her ball and MLB Red Sox fan. in Olean, New York. He was tions may be made to Thom THOMAS, Ryan Neal family, her church and her Tim was everyone’s No. 1 fan a sports reporter for Tonawa- Storey Scholarship Fund at community as a faithful Pas- and made every single per- nda News before attend- Belmont University or Cooks Thomas, Ryan Neal, age tor’s wife. She is survived by son he came in contact with ing graduate school at Iowa United Methodist Church. 33, of Lebanon, died Jan. 7, loving husband of 65 years, feel loved, except the umpires State. Arrangements by Bond 2018. Ryan attended Glob- Paul Thomas Lewis; sons at his son’s baseball games Thom arrived at Belmont Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Ju- al Vision Bible Church and Jeff Thomas (Joy) Lewis and when they made a bad call. in the fall of 1985 to begin liet Road and Weston Drive, was 2003 graduate of Wil- Perry (Jennifer) Lewis; grand- Tim attended The Bridge the college’s journalism pro- Mt. Juliet, TN (615)773- son Central High School. He gram. Over the course of 2663. Obit Line (615)641- was preceded in death by his 32 years of teaching, Thom 2663, www.bondmemorial. grandparents, Gene “Light- became one of the school’s com ening” Thomas, Ora Dee more beloved fi gures, as tes- Thomas Denney and Claude tifi ed by his students and See OBITS, PAGE 13 colleagues. He was awarded
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From HOTEL, PAGE 1 idence Trail, Home2 Suites by Hilton Mt. Ju- The Hermitage receives namic stay experience liet is within walking dis- which includes compli- tance to Providence Mar- mentary breakfast.” ketplace. The hotel also offers guests convenient famous Jackson statuette Owned by Shiv Hospi- access to Grand Ole Opry, tality, LLC and managed Charlie Daniels Park, and by Cumberland Hospitali- Nissan Stadium and only our visitors.” Staff Reports ty, LLC, Home2 Suites by ten miles from Nashville The zinc statuette is Hilton Mount Juliet offers International Airport. one of 22 that were cast all-suite accommodations Home2 Suites by Hilton Andrew Jackson’s Her- in the late 1850s. Of the with fully equipped kitch- Mt. Juliet participates in mitage has acquired a lim- 22 known statuettes, ens and modular furni- Hilton’s award-winning ited edition 19th-century 18 are already owned by ture, providing guests the customer loyalty pro- zinc statuette modeled collecting institutions, flexibility to customize gram, Hilton Honors. Hil- from Clark Mills’ famed with virtually no chance their suite to their style ton Honors members who Andrew Jackson eques- of their ever coming onto and preference. book directly through trian statue located in the market. These insti- The hotel also features preferred Hilton chan- front of the White House tutions include the New complimentary Internet, nels have access to in- in Washington, D.C. Pur- York Historical Society, inviting communal spac- stant benefits, including chasing this prized col- the Smithsonian Insti- es, and trademark Home2 a flexible payment slider lection object is part of a tution, the White House, Suites amenities such that allows members to yearlong commemoration the Virginia Military In- as Spin2 Cycle, a com- choose nearly any combi- of President Jackson’s stitute and the Tennes- bined laundry and fitness nation of Points and mon- 250th birthday. see State Museum. Of Photo submitted area, Home2 MKT for gr- ey to book a stay, an ex- The original 1853 the remaining four, one ab-and-go items, and the clusive member discount, equestrian statue is lo- has been badly damaged, was commissioned by Inspired Table, a compli- free standard Wi-Fi, as cated in Washington, leaving only three as pos- the Jackson Monument mentary daily breakfast well as digital amenities D.C.’s Lafayette Square. sible candidates for ac- Committee in 1848 to that includes more than that are available exclu- In addition to a replica at quisition. This makes the commemorate Jackson’s 400 potential combina- sively through the indus- the Tennessee State Cap- Andrew Jackson Foun- distinguished military ca- tions. try-leading Hilton Honors itol, other full-size repli- dation’s purchase even reer. Self-taught sculptor Guests can also enjoy app, where Honors mem- cas are displayed in New more significant. Clark Mills cast the stat- an indoor saline pool and bers can check-in, choose Orleans’ Jackson Square The Hermitage’s ac- ue in 1852, and it was outdoor grill area. Home2 their room, and access and downtown Jackson- quisition of the piece was dedicated in 1853. Suites by Hilton Mt. Ju- their room using a Digital ville, Fla. made possible by a con- The original Lafayette liet is pet-friendly. Key. “As a collecting insti- tribution from Jackson Square statue – along Located at 110 Prov- tution, we are proud to National Life Insurance with its recasts and stat- house important histor- Company (Jackson). uettes – features General ical artifacts that bring “At Jackson, we believe Jackson tipping his hat life and context to Pres- in supporting local non- atop his horse. It is con- HELP WANTED ident Jackson. Clark profits that provide op- sidered the first major Mills’ statue is the quint- portunities for families to bronze monument suc- essential Andrew Jack- enrich their lives, and we cessfully cast in the Unit- Sales Manager son sculpture,” said How- support The Hermitage ed States. In addition, the for local newspaper ard J. Kittell, president in its mission to provide statue is unusual in that Monday - Friday 9am-5pm. and CEO of Andrew Jack- quality historical and ed- the horse is rearing up Email resume to son’s Hermitage. “It rep- ucational content,” said and supported on its hind [email protected] or call resents General Jackson Emilio Pardo, chief mar- legs with both front legs 615-754-6111 with any questions. as a valiant victor who, keting and communica- raised. This is the first along with his troops, led tions officer at Jackson. example of a self-sup- K a stunning defeat of the “We hope the Nashville porting equestrian statue British army at the Bat- community and visitors to so posed. At the time of tle of New Orleans during The Hermitage will enjoy the statue’s creation, no the War of 1812. We look seeing the iconic Jackson other noted statue had Pet of the Week forward to showcasing equestrian statuette.” been successfully cast this statuette on-site for The original statue this way. Baxter
Baxter is a long-haired dachshund that was surrendered to the shelter. He is approx. 5-6 yrs old, neutered, up to date on his shots and microchipped. He is great with other dogs, cats and kids. He is a ball of energy and loves to play. He has a wonderful personality and very friendly. This sweet boy is looking for a home that will make him a forever member. His adoption fee is only $75. Please call the shelter at 615-773-5533 to schedule an appointment to meet Baxter, or come during OPEN HOURS Tuesday – Thursday from 11:30-5:30. Mt. Juliet Animal Care & Control 115 Industrial Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 SPONSORED BY Page 12, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 CLASSIFIEDS AUCTION AUCTION CONCRETE HELP WANTED HELP WANTED P & T CONCRETE - Drive- Warehouse labor needed The City of Mt. Juliet is succes- The Most Money In The Shortest Time! ways - Sidewalks - Patios Mt. Juliet area. $10/hour sion planning for their Finance Bobby Colson Auctioneer/Broker - Free Estimates. Richard to start. Please call Rita at Director who will be retiring. The Bill Colson Auction and Realty Cell 1-615-670-2273, Home 330-807-5450 City is seeking qualified appli- 615-755-3509 cants for Finance Director who 615-390-3679 • www.colsonauctions.com The City of Mt. Juliet is will work alongside the Finance seeking candidates for Director until his retirement.The ELECTRICAL the following position: City of Mt. Juliet is a fast grow- Full time Sewer Operator SHANE ELECTRIC. (Mt. ing city and only minutes away Free Estimates. Dis- for the Public Works De- Juliet) from Nashville. The City of Mt. counts include: Senior, Mil- partment. selected can- Juliet is a Home Rule City and itary, Veteran, Fire/ Police/ didates will be required operates under a City Manager EMS. or to complete a pre-em- 615-229-6455 form of government with a May- email: info@ shaneelectri- ployment physical, drug or elected at large and four Com- ACREAGE cllc.com screen, background check missioners elected from their and any other testing as LAND WANTED: Want LICENSED & INSURED respective districts. The City www.tcomj.com deemed necessary. You to buy land!! If you have ELECTRICIAN. Residen- has General Fund revenues ap- will need to hold a valid l and you want to sell tial & Commercial. Also, proaching $20 million excluding TN driver’s license. Ap- please contact 754-2019. Cable/Phone Installation. grants that share the costs of plications must be filed Senior Citizen Discount. major improvements, with 165 electronically through the BUSINESS SERVICE BUSINESS SERVICE REASONABLE RATES. 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From OBITS, PAGE 10 er, Bobby (Cindy) Whittaker, In lieu of flowers, the fam- A Celebration of Life ser- 58 years, Douglas Coleman Chuck (Susan) Dillon, and ily asks you make contribu- vice was held Jan. 10 at Her- Wright, and her siblings. Lane. Elaina Ryan; 19 grandchil- tions to the American Heart mitage Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her son He is survived by: Parents dren; 18 great-grandchildren; Association. Tributes at hermitagefh.com. and daughter-in-law, Jeremy – Rodney and Debbie Thom- sisters, Maxie McCowan, Arrangements by Sellars Hermitage Funeral Home and Jan Wright; grandsons, as; Sisters – Rachel (Niel) Brenda Rippetoe and Patricia Funeral Home at Mt. Juliet, (615) 889-0361. Cole and Conner Wright; sis- Minor and Rebekah (Justin) Bates. 2229 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. ter-in-laws, Jolene Wright Smith; Grandmother – Lois Ernie was a member of Juliet, TN 37122, 615-758- and Betty Wright, and several Lane; Nieces and nephew – the Abundant Life Church in 5459, obituary line 615-758- WRIGHT, Marjorie other relatives and friends. Alyssa Thomas, Colby Minor, Mt. Juliet. He loved antique 8818, www.sellarsfuneralser- Massey A Celebration of Life ser- Addalyn Minor, Annsley Mi- trucks, old cars, playing golf, vices.com. vice was held Jan. 15 at Her- nor and Alaynna Minor; And southern gospel music, his Marjorie Massey Wright, mitage Funeral Home, and his pet – Dawg “Doggers.” church family and his chil- age 84 of Mt. Juliet, passed internment followed at Her- Funeral services were con- dren. Ernie was very patriotic WOODALL, Jeffrey Scott away Thursday, Jan. 11, mitage Memorial Gardens. ducted Jan. 12 at Global Vi- and served his country with 2018. She is preceded in Please visit the online obit- sion Bible Church. pride. Jeffrey Scott Woodall, age death by her husband of uary: www.hermitagefh.com. In lieu of flowers, memo- A Celebration of Life Ser- 30, was born on April 27, rials may be made to Global vice was held Jan. 15 at Sel- 1987 and passed away Jan. Vision Bible Church, 2060 lars Funeral Home at Mt. Ju- 8, 2018. Jeffrey is survived Old Lebanon Dirt Road, Mt. liet, and interment followed in by parents Gary and Dawn Juliet, TN 37122. the Mt. Juliet Memorial Gar- Woodall and sisters Tracey Arrangements by Bond dens. Woodall and Angela Smith. Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Ju- liet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615)773- 2663. Obit Line (615)641- Cleanings | Crowns 2663, www.bondmemorial. Veneers Invisalign com Root Canals Oral Surgery WHITTAKER, Ernie Gene Dr Darren os er Cosmetic Dentistry D.D.S. Ernie Gene Whittaker, age Bridges 84, went to be home with the on es e Lord on Jan. 12, 2018. h rs ri He is survived by his lov- Walk-Ins Welcome ing wife of 26 years, Frances Most insurance plans accepted! Whittaker; children, Deb- bie (Ivey) Barber, Beverly 615-754-6677 Stevens, Rochelle (Michael) Dr ob rcher 631 S. Mt. Juliet Rd. Mt. Juliet McElhiney, Rhonda Whittak- D.D.S. Pro i ence ho in en er near P bli Page 14, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 TELLING TALES New name, same game
By Angel Kane the family really liked I’d be making my Mama’s re-read the directions. Was it cooking? Should Wilson Living Magazine stew. stew in about 15 minutes The last thing I needed I try take the lid off? What I’m not sure what hap- flat! was for this top to blow was going on in there? I remember my moth- pened to it but if I had As I pulled the con- off and my head to be cut I waited some more. er had a pressure cook- to guess, I’d say it’s now traption out of the box, off! The silence was madden- er. She didn’t use it often resting in peace between my youngest decided now I don’t even like stew! ing. but when she did we had Dad’s George Foreman was the perfect time to Throwing caution to Finally (about ten min- stew. grill and Mom’s Panini show me photos of inju- the wind, I proceeded utes later) the time came I think it may have maker. ries related to my newly ahead. Since we don’t like for me to hit the release belonged to my grand- Cut to the last six purchased miracle meal stew, (have I mentioned valve to let out the steam mother. It was big and weeks, and all I keep hear- maker. Burns, scars that enough) I settled on and unlock the top. heavy with a large, black ing about is Instant-Pot. and disfigurement were chicken noodle soup as I took a deep breath. clamp that went across Seems like everyone got all over the internet. A my two youngest children This must be what the the top. Dad would usual- one for the holidays, ex- class action lawsuit was were sick. bomb squad feels like. ly do the honors of secur- cept me. Since then, the in the works. Turns out Call me Betty Crocker But worse, because I had ing and locking it down. whole world is slicing, the Instant-Pot was noth- or Super-Mom - whichev- no training. And then it would sit dicing and cooking home- ing other than a wolf in er you prefer. Off came the top and on the stove-top for hours made meals for their fam- sheep’s clothing. Seriously, though, there below was my first and hours and hours. ilies in a matter of min- I had just purchased a should I not be getting a batch of homemade soup. The whole time shaking, utes. Facebook groups dreaded Pressure Cooker! mother of the year award Fifteen minutes from whistling and spraying have popped up, along Considering, howev- any day now? I was mak- start to finish. And no like a ticking time bomb with photos of all that er, that we now have ing homemade soup with one was injured in the ready to explode. Over deliciousness repeatedly self-driving cars, I forged a pressure cooker! I hope process. and over, we were told to appearing in my feed. I ahead. Assured that that they remembered this the Now to figure out where NOT go near it! No wor- couldn’t understand why Instant-Pot was nothing next time I bring home I’m going to store this ries, I would say to my no one thought to get me like my mother’s death- Taco Bell for five days thing. 8-year-old self. Pretty one! trap from decades past. straight. Oh yes, next to my darn sure that if that top “Because you don’t First, I must confess, All the ingredients George Foreman grill and came off, it was going to cook,” noted my oldest. the directions were over- were in, lid was securely last year’s juicer. leave a mark! “But I would if I had whelming. clamped down, I hit the To read more of Angel Even back then, I re- this!” I assured them. Not because they were “on” button and waited. and Becky’s columns go member thinking that it After a few days of Pin- difficult. But because all There was no rocking, to www.wilsonlivingmag- sure seemed like quite a terest perusing, I decided I could picture were the spitting or hissing. In- azine.com. lot of effort for stew. Es- to invest in one myself. photos shown to me one stead, it was silent. Eerily pecially since no one in From the sounds of it, hour before. I read and silent. Deathly silent. The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018 Page 15 Cowan joins First Freedom Bank at Providence
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Kim Cowan has joined First Freedom Bank as a Financial Services Rep- resentative at the Provi- dence office, announced Kenny Beavers, Senior Stock image Vice President and Direc- tor of Retail Banking. “We are happy to have From CHASE, PAGE 1 liet Road and Curd Road. Kim as the newest mem- No one was injured during ber of the Providence of- in the night. That officer this incident. fice team. Kim is a life- began chase of the Toy- All apprehended were long resident of Mt. Juliet ota. During the original juvenile males from Nash- and a familiar face to chase, it was clear a Nis- ville, and the following many people in the com- san Sentra was involved, charges were filed: munity,” said Beavers. so separate officers 17-year-old: Aggra- “She possesses excellent caught up to the Nissan vated Robbery, Unlawful customer service skills as well. Possession of a Weapon, and will be a great asset The Toyota became and Theft of Property – to our staff and our cus- disabled near N. Mt. Ju- Over $1,000 tomers.” liet Road and Division 16-year-old No. 1: Ag- Cowan is a native Street, and the Nissan gravated Robbery, Unlaw- of Mt. Juliet with deep became disabled near ful Possession of a Weap- roots in the community. Lebanon Road and N. Mt. on, and Theft of Property She attended Mt. Juliet Juliet Road. Once the – Over $1,000 High School and formerly cars became disabled, 16-year-old No. 2: Ag- owned and operated her the suspects ran, and of- gravated Robbery, Unlaw- own small business. Cow- ficers quickly apprehend- ful Possession of a Weap- an was an active volun- ed them. Wilson County on, and Theft of Property teer with Christmas Toy Sheriff’s Deputies assist- – Over $1,000 Store for several years. ed in the apprehension. Further investigation Cowan continues to The Kia Optima was is on-going, and more live in Mt. Juliet with her locations in Wilson, Put- is member of the Bet- later recovered behind a charges are forthcoming. husband and two daugh- nam and Jackson Coun- ter Business Bureau, an business near N. Mt. Ju- ters. ties, and has approxi- Equal Housing Lender First Freedom Bank, mately 70 employees. and Member FDIC. Ad- headquartered in Wilson First Freedom Bank has ditionally, First Freedom Best of Mt. Juliet County, was established assets in excess of $440 has earned the presti- in 2006. A full service, million and is owned by gious Five Star rating community bank, First more than 1,100 share- by Bauer Financial, the Freedom Bank offers per- holders throughout Mid- nation’s leading inde- polls still open sonal and commercial dle Tennessee. pendent bank and credit banking services from six First Freedom Bank union rating firm. By Sarah Tate the “Thank You” message. Managing Editor Voting can also be done only once per IP address. The Chronicle would This means anyone con- www.tcomj.com like to thank everyone nected to the same net- who has voted in the Best work, such as using the Of Mt. Juliet. same computer or using To clear up some misin- Wi-Fi to cast a vote, will Mt. JulietWilson, Davidson,615.622.2909 Rutherford, formation, during the first not be able to cast their Mt. Juliet 615.622.2909Williamson, Sumner week of voting, the “Thank vote if someone else has Lebanon 615.444.2345615.444.2345 you for voting for...” mes- already voted. Lebanontresslerassociates.com 615.444.2345 tresslerassociates.com sages were incorrectly list- If you have a mobile tresslerassociates.comfacebook.com/tresslerassociates ing the first alphabetical device, such as a smart- option as the default mes- phone or tablet, try dis- sage after anyone cast a connecting from any Wi- vote in that category. The Fi and using your data to Chronicle staff can assure vote from the device. SECURING YOUR voters their votes are go- Thank you to everyone PEACE OF MIND ing where each person who has contacted The casts it. Chronicle about this is- The staff has been mon- sue. The staff has been itoring this problem to doing all they can to as- ensure the votes are ac- sure everyone their votes curate, and the IT depart- are accurate and to clear ment has worked diligent- up any confusion. ly on a solution to this Voting for Best Of issue. Mt. Juliet will continue All votes are and always through the month of Jan- have been correct, and uary. Polls close Jan. 31 Business Law | Real Estate | General Practice that should now reflect in at midnight. BusinessBusiness Law Law | |Real Real Estate Estate | General| Wills/Trusts Practice Page 16, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JANUARY 17, 2018
Granville to host annual Valentine’s Dinner
Staff Reports right are some of the May- The Sutton General berry actors: Kaye Loftis, Store is located at 169 Randall Clemons, Betty Clover St. in Granville, The Sutton Store Play- Caliri, Lakeland Barham, Tenn. ers at Sutton General Stan Webster and Sam The store is open Store, Granville will be Moore. Wednesdays through Fri- having their annual Val- The Players have been days 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. entine Dinner Theater en- performing at Granville and on Saturdays from titled “A Valentine Sock- for the last seven years 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hop in Mayberry” on Feb. with all the Mayberry For more information 1,2, 8 and 9 at 5:30 and Show characters per- about Historic Granville, 7:30 each evening and on forming with a great Val- Sutton Players, Sutton Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. and 1 entine Dinner served by General Store and more, p.m. Timberloft Restaurant. visit the town’s website at Pictured are the Sut- For reservations call www.granvilletn.com. ton Store Players. Left to 931-653-4151. Photo submitted
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