Alamo, Tennessee CrockettCountyTimes.com • [email protected] Volume 148 Issue 49 Wednesday, December 2 2020 Investigation developing in shots fired case cynthiaKILBURN others who were on the property at the News Editor time sparked an ongoing investigation. No injuries were reported in the ex- The Crockett County Sheriff’s De- change. partment responded to reports of shots Casings were recovered at the scene fired in the 1600 block of Johnson and the sheriff’s department is aware of Grove Road on Monday, November 23. all parties involved. Around 6 p.m. an exchange of gun- According to investigator Roy Mosi- fire between people who lived at the er, the investigation is ongoing and de- residence on Johnson Grove Road and veloping quickly. Town of Alamo finalizes application process for potential liquor stores cynthiaKILBURN and will have to be sworn in during this News Editor meeting. If there are an abundance of Photo by Cynthia Kilburn applicants that require the meeting to WRECK- Occupants of a van that was struck in a hit and run on Monday, November 30 were evaluated by Crockett EMS The town of Alamo mayor and board occur in a larger facility, the mayor and with minor injuries. of aldermen met Monday, November board of aldermen will determine an al- 30 in a special called meeting to discuss ternate location to City Hall to accom- approval of the application for certifi- modate current COVID-19 safety prac- cate of compliance for liquor stores in tices. Although the current meetings Driver arrested in hit and run Alamo and the procedures to approve are completed in person and virtually, Crockett EMS responded to the 600 Donna Wilson. She and two passengers certificates, the ordinance on the first on issues such as this, Alamo code re- cynthiaKILBURN block of South Bells Street around 3 were treated by Crockett EMS for mi- reading of municipal code title 8 chap- quires in person meetings where indi- News Editor p.m. where a two vehicle crash oc- nor injuries and not transported. ter 1 of retail liquor package store and viduals may be identified appropriately curred. Watson was arrested for driving on a the amendment to zoning ordinance and sworn in before discussion with the An Alamo man was arrested after Anthony Watson had left the scene of revoked driver’s license, with prior cas- to list retail liquor package stores as a board and mayor commences. fleeing the scene of an accident on the crash but walked back to the scene. es and leaving the scene of a crash with permitted use on the first reading. The There is no limit on how many appli- Monday, November 30. Investigation of the crash found that injury as well as other traffic offenses. second reading of these items will oc- cations will be accepted; however, only Alamo Police Department, Crock- Watson was the cause of the crash by His vehicle was found one block over cur on Monday, December 7 during the two will be chosen. ett County Sheriff’s Department and crossing the lane hitting a van driven by on Oak Street and impounded. regular monthly meeting of the mayor The state will then look at the infor- and board of aldermen. mation to finalize the applicant. Discussion included the decision to Items that may be determining fac- only issue two certificates of compli- tors in the final decision process in- ance for a liquor store in the town of clude how long it may take an applicant Police search for Tahoe Alamo. The process will include the to obtain a liquor license, their financial mayor and board of aldermen sorting ability to open their store and the time through and determining which appli- frame in which the applicant foresees cants are qualified from their applica- their store opening to be. that morningfled accident onan East Churchaccident Street Anyone with information may con- tion and in person meeting. Applications will be available at Ala- cynthiaKILBURN in Alamo early December 1. tact Chief Sills at 731-202-1018 , The applicants will further be evalu- mo City Hall on December 4. All appli- News Editor Alamo Police Department believes a Crockett County Sheriffs Department at ated until two are chosen as the most cations must be returned and completed 2008 to 2010 Chevy SUV Tahoe black 731-696-2104 or submit a tip through capable to open a liquor store in the no later than January 13. Mayor John Alamo Police Department is looking in color hit a telephone pole breaking it the Crockett County Sheriff TN app in town. Avery Emison reinforced that the bur- for information after a telephone pole in half and left the scene. the Google play and Apple app stores. Applicants will have to meet with the den of proof of the application process was broke in half with the vehicle leav- “The vehicle should have extensive All information is strictly confidential. mayor and board of aldermen in person is on the applicant. ing behind damaged parts. damage,” said Alamo Police Chief Jeff A bumper was left behind in an early Sills. Renewed support Crockett County Class of 2020 for childcare announced has 100 percent participation in ACT testing The Tennessee Department of Hu- ($5,000 in distressed counties) to: man Services (TDHS) is announcing Increase capacity at their licensed lo- The Tennessee Department of Educa- releases statewide ACT results for the dent took the ACT multiple times, the the continuation of a grant program cation, tion released the ACT state results and most recent graduating class represent- score included in today’s results reflect that’s already helped strengthen early Hire consultants and coaches, and participation rate for the 2020 grad- ing each student’s highest ACT score. his or her highest score. This is differ- childhood education in more than 1,200 Enhance and add equipment includ- uating class. Participation remained ACT senior retakes allowed about a ent than ACT’s calculation, which re- licensed childcare providers across the ing appliances and supplies. relatively stable with 62,564 graduates third of the 2020 graduating class to ports results based on the last score a state. “In communities across our state, we taking the ACT, and the state average increase their highest ACT composite student received and includes results The department launched the first want to promote childcare that’s safe, composite ACT score for 2019-20 score. from private school students. Only round of the Support and Enhancement healthy, and educationally rich,” said school year is 19.9, also relatively sta- “Despite so many changes and chal- 1,107 appeals were received this year, Grant program with the Community Interim TDHS Commissioner Tony ble from the average composite score lenges during 2019-20 school year, we down from 2,094 appeals in 2019. Foundation of Middle Tennessee in Mathews. “This investment will contin- of 20.0 for the 2019-2019 graduating are incredibly proud to report the state’s The average ACT score for the public October 2019. This second round will class. ACT participation rate held steady for school graduating class of 2020 in each once again offer providers the option The ACT provides an important op- 2020 graduates. This did not happen by subject area was: of applying for up to $4,000 in grants See Childcare, Page 2 portunity for the state to understand stu- accident,” said Commissioner Penny 19.5 in English, 0.1 point decrease dents’ college and career readiness and Schwinn. “While we can all agree that from the graduating cohort of 2019, how schools are preparing the next gen- we must continue the work to improve 19.2 in math, 0.2 point decrease, eration to transition to post-secondary our student’s scores on the ACT, main- 20.5 in reading, equal to 2019; and opportunities. Each fall, the department taining strong participation this year 19.9 in science, 0.1 point decrease. is a testament to the hard work of our With 100 percent of Crockett Coun- districts, schools and educators across ty High School (CCHS) Class of 2020 the state in supporting their students seniors completing the ACT, averages through an unprecedented pandemic.” included: Although the state and federal gov- 18.1 in English ernment waived mandatory testing 18.2 in math including ACT participation, due to 19.7 in reading COVID-19, the rate of Tennessee stu- 18.5 in science dents taking the ACT remained relative- 18.8 in composition ly stable, with a one percentage point Out of 211 students at CCHS, 69 decrease between 2019 (98 percent par- scored higher than a 21 and 115 scored ticipation, 63,829 graduates) and 2020 lower than a 19. (97 percent participation, 62,564 grad- College Ready Benchmarks are de- uates). Twenty-seven districts had 100 veloped by ACT from research linking percent participation rates for the ACT, ACT subject scores to performance in including Crockett County. the correlated course in college. These However, fewer districts submitted benchmark scores are 18 for English, appeals this year, which may contrib- 22 for Math, 22 for Reading, and 23 for ute to the slight decline in the state- Science. wide composite score. Additionally, The average highest ACT composite COVID-19 caused significant disrup- score has been relatively stable over tions to in-person learning in the spring, the last 5 years, hovering around 20.0. which could have also affected perfor- However, the percent of students in the mance due to limited opportunities for cohort who score a 21 or higher has re-take and fewer ACT support pro- grams. The department uses students’ CAVALIERS- Cavalier Crazies cheered and celebrated a victorious week with the best ACT score, meaning that if a stu- See ACT, Page 2 Cavalier and Lady Cavalier basketball teams. Visit Us Online At: www.CrockettCountyTimes.com Page 2 | The Crockett County Times Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 Continued/Local News Tennessee’s Physicians Release “Prescription Against COVID-19” Public Service Campaign said Dr. Kevin Smith, President a 30-second video produced in available, but not as a replace- nesseans to get one now; examine, diagnose, treat and Seeks to Influence Responsible of the 9,500-member Tennes- conjunction with the Ameri- ment to hand washing. Get the COVID Vaccina- advise our patients statewide,” Personal Behavior to Reduce see Medical Association, which can Medical Association. The Keep Your Distance. Physi- tion When Available. When a Smith said. “With COVID-19, Infection Risks serves the state’s physicians. statewide “Prescription Against cally distance from anyone by COVID 19 vaccine becomes as with other serious medical As warnings against holiday “While masks and ‘social dis- COVID” urges the following at least six feet to reduce the available, don’t delay getting illnesses, our remedy is safe- travel and gatherings reach a tancing’ have been prominent health protocols: chance of viral spread. If you one for you and your loved ones. ty-tested and science-based. fever pitch for Thanksgiving, messages about COVID-19, Wear a Face Mask. When in are near others outside your im- If you have concerns, speak with We’re putting confidence in our the state’s advocacy group for we need our patients to under- public, use a proper fitting face mediate family for any period your physician. fellow Tennesseans to heed our physicians has issued a compre- stand this virus requires extra mask that fully covers your of time, wear a facemask, open Create a COVID Code of simple prescription.” hensive public service campaign precautions,” Smith said. “Our mouth and nose. Do not touch windows and doors for ventila- Conduct. We advise all families, The Tennessee Medical Asso- to help Tennesseans stay healthy six-point ‘Prescription Against your face, particularly your tion, or meet outside entirely. individuals and members of any ciation also maintains a robust and safe over the next several COVID’ includes more of the eyes, nose or mouth, as these are Get Your Flu Shot. We’ve community (schools, churches, Coronavirus Disease Resource months. The physician members best practices that can help keep main avenues of virus transmis- never had a major pandemic at neighborhoods, etc.) to agree Center online, with color-coded of the Tennessee Medical Asso- you and your family safe.” sion. full capacity as we approached on what is acceptable behavior, case prevalence maps specific to ciation are urging a refrain from The six-message, multi-media Wash Your Hands. Frequently a normal flu and cold season. and who you will or won’t as- Tennessee, a running summary immediate travel and the imme- campaign is available to news wash your hands and practice A flu shot can protect yourself sociate with based on their own of Gov. Lee’s Executive Orders, diate adoption of its “Prescrip- organizations, healthcare part- advanced hygiene (such as cov- against at least one illness and COVID-related behavior. This and weekly news updates from tion Against COVID-19”. ners and other health networks ering coughs and sneezes), par- increase your odds of staying includes agreements on what across the state, all specific to “We’re in for a long holiday who wish to promote it across ticularly after contacting some- well. These are readily available events, activities and locations COVID-19. season unlike any other from the state. The campaign includes thing another person may have from healthcare providers, in- you will all avoid in order to Thanksgiving to Christmas, and social media graphics, printable touched; it is generally good cluding pharmacies, clinics and stay safe together. New Years to the Super Bowl,” in-clinic posters and flyers, and practice to have hand sanitizer physicians, and we urge all Ten- “Our role as physicians is to

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been declining in recent years, Perry County, which is also a “We are so proud of our Tulla- $200,000 to UT Extension which can be seen across student distressed county, also had the homa High School students and University of Tennessee Pres- county-level education and pro- $4,000 award available to all UT groups. second highest ACT compos- their achievement in demon- ident Randy Boyd made it one graming available through UT Extension county offices. The percent of students meet- ite growth, raising the average strating success with the ACT,” of his goals to visit every UT Extension and the land-grant “I asked everyone at each ing these college readiness score from 17.3 in 2019 to 18.7 said Dr. Catherine, Stephens, Extension office in the state. mission. From youth education office what their biggest wish benchmarks has fallen slightly in 2020. Director of Schools for Tulla- Now, he and his wife, Jenny, through 4-H to adult education was to improve the impact they in recent years, except for En- Additionally, 27 districts had homa City Schools. “Achieve- are extending that support by such as nutrition classes through make,” says Boyd. “I’ve got a glish—where the state saw an a 100% participation rate. To ment and growth are elements of committing $200,000 from their family and consumer science list of over 300 wishes! My goal increase 0.4 percentage points view the districts with 100% the educational journey that we personal foundation, The Boyd programing and programming is to make as many come true as I this year but was still 1.7 points participation rate, click here. monitor and evaluate as we de- Foundation, to support program to support the state’s livestock can. As president of the UT Sys- below 2018. “The Perry County School sire to meet the varied needs of enhancements and facility or and crop producers, UT Exten- tem I can address some of them, District highlights include: District is committed to pro- our students to ensure they are equipment needs within UT Ex- sion seeks to improve the lives but Jenny and I wanted to ad- Germantown Municipal viding the best instructional op- college and career ready. We are tension. of every Tennessean. dress a few personally, too. We School District recorded a 25.6 portunity for our students to be especially proud of the fact that “Visiting each of our 95 UT “From his first day with UT, are hopeful these grants will be average composite, the highest competitively successful,” said Tullahoma has the highest ACT Extension offices was extreme- President Boyd has cultivated able to make many of the wish- in the state. Dr. Marcia Smiley, Director of composite growth. This is a tes- ly educational and inspiring for a deep connection to UT Ex- es happen and make an impact Tullahoma City Schools had Schools for Perry County. “We tament to our talented teachers me,” says Boyd. “While our tension and he understands the across our state by empowering the highest ACT composite pride ourselves in maximizing and outstanding students!” UT Extension offices across the value Extension provides to the the great work of our Extension growth, with 2020 graduates the usage of funds and person- ACT results serve as a nation- state share the same mission state of Tennessee,” says Scott agents.” scoring a 21.8 average compos- nel to create a well-balanced ally-normed measure to indicate and passion, each local office is Senseman, interim dean of UT Through its mission of re- ite score on the ACT, compared approach in the preparation and college and career readiness. unique in how it serves the spe- Extension. “We are grateful for search, teaching and extension, to a 20.4 last year. delivery of instructional content Under Tennessee’s accountabil- cific needs of the communities his personal generosity that will the University of Tennessee In- Perry County School Dis- necessary for the eligibility to ity model, earning a 21 on the in its county. UT is here to serve extend and enhance the reach of stitute of Agriculture touches trict showed the highest growth enhanced post-secondary oppor- ACT is one of the four ways that the people of Tennessee and no our statewide presence.” lives and provides Real. Life. in percent of graduates scor- tunities for our students. Perry students can indicate that they one does it better than the great The donation will be dis- Solutions. utia.tennessee.edu. ing 21 or higher on the ACT, County students are indeed our are prepared for life after high folks at our Extension offices.” persed in awards matched 1:1 by where 29.4% of 2020 graduates most precious commodity and school and a seamless entry into Boyd has long praised the UT Extension, for a total up to a scored a 21 or higher, compared our efforts are evident of that postsecondary education, the to 18.2% of 2019 graduates. reality.” workplace, or the military. TABC concerned over low minor compliance rates in 2020 Like other law enforcement ficer Bond Tubbs stated, “Al- ers and staff. The data revealed tion licensees (restaurants and pectations. Of the 287 carryout The health of the industry relies agencies around the country, the though 100% compliance is out of 261 minor compliance bars) who were checked re- establishments checked so far on our licensees complying with Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage our goal, we are used to seeing checks conducted between Oc- fused to sell to a minor. How- this year, 120 sold to a minor for state law.” said TABC Executive Commission routinely conducts relatively high compliance of tober 22 and November 18, ever, the most concerning figure a 58% compliance rate. A bright Director Russell Thomas. minor compliance operations in between 85% and 95%. How- 2020, only 74% refused to sell to was that of those restaurants spot was the compliance rates of order to verify if alcohol licens- ever, in 2020, compliance rates a minor attempting to purchase and bars who offered curbside retail package stores and retail ees are compliant with laws pro- have dropped significantly.” At alcohol. or carryout sales. Of the 41 es- food store licensees who main- hibiting sales to minors. In 2020, the November TABC Commis- A further breakdown revealed tablishments offering curbside tained normal rates of 85% and the TABC has seen compliance sion meeting he reported both significant variations in com- or carryout alcohol that were 93% respectively. rates fall to unusually low lev- monthly and yearly data related pliance rates among different checked, 26 sold to a minor for “We hope these low numbers els compared to other years, and to compliance checks and cor- activities. During the same time a compliance rate of 36%, a rate are a result of COVID-19’s mar- this has TABC leadership con- responding failure rates. The period of between October 22 that is incompatible with con- ket disruptions and not a trend. cerned. reported figures extremely con- and November 18, 2020, only temporary regulatory standards We know the industry has lost Chief Law Enforcement Of- cerned the TABC commission- 65% of on-premises consump- and expectations. Yearly com- some experienced staff. This pliance rates for establishments year has been very tough for offering curbside and carryout our licensees, and I have faith Childcare, from page 1 sales were also well below ex- we will get this turned around. ue our momentum in addressing of Middle Tennessee is also pro- This renewed Support and En- those needs by helping provid- viding childcare agencies with hancement Grant program aligns ers enhance quality and increase other services including free with other critical investments access, while also assisting them online tools to help with busi- launched last year to strengthen to improve their business effi- ness management and human childcare business operations ciencies.” resources along with access to and sustainability such as the Interested childcare providers bulk purchasing of supplies at Child Care WAGE$® Program, are encouraged to sign up for a discounted prices. Some exam- Business Academies, and Pedi- free Childcare Tennessee mem- ples of potential savings now atric First Aid and CPR Train- Alamo Animal Clinic bership and apply online by Sep- available on the Childcare Ten- ing/Certification. Mon-Fri 8-5 tember 1, 2021. Providers who nessee website include a 20% Childcare programs interested Closed Wednesday received a grant during the ini- discount on childcare supplies, in learning about these business Sat 8-12 tial cycle are eligible to reapply. up to 30% off food and food ser- supports should visit the DHS The Department’s partnership vice supplies, and up to 45% off website. with the Community Foundation office supplies. Leslie Young, D.V.M. Visit us online at Phone (731) 696-5009 775 S. Cavalier Dr. Fax (731) 696-2443 Alamo, Tn 38001 CrockettCountyTimes.Com Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 The Crockett County Times | Page 3

Editorial/ Opinion Christmas break What will your true love give you for a little different the twelve days of Christmas? December. Traditionally, students and teachers alike count down the days It’s only three weeks to Christmas Day. If I and the number would be 78. But, that’s not the until schools let out for the Christmas break. say to you, “On the first day of Christmas,” you right number. The number is cumulative, thus you After all, there are friends to see, hunting or would likely reply, “My true love gave to me, a give the partridge in the pear tree 12 times! Every shopping to do and finally some relaxed days partridge in a pear tree.” The one of the 12 days of Christmas you are giving to wake up late and spend time with family. Twelve Days of Christmas is your true love another partridge. (I bet she’s going But this is 2020, a year that started out full one of the most memorable to get tired of it long before the 12 days are up). of optimism until that dirty virus knocked us Christmas carols, but if you On days 2 through 12 you’re giving your true love for a loop. New terms entered our vocabu- are like me you have to be two turtledoves. On days 3 through 12 you’re lary: “social distancing”, “contact tracing”, prompted in order to get giving three French hens. . . you get the picture. “essential businesses (and workers”, “flatten- past the five golden rings. By the time the whole thing is over you’ve given ing the curve”, “lockdown”, “self-isolation”, There’s just a lot of stuff your true love 364 gifts. That’s a lot of stuff, and “shelter-in-place”, and “quarantine”, in that song to remember. its pretty pricey too. A bank in Pittsburgh has This year has been a little different from the You may not know it, but tracked the estimated cost of all these items since outset. It was only in March that the real fear Twelve Days goes all the 1984. Back then it would set you back $12,623.10 of a virus known by the code COVID-19 hit way back to 1780 and it has to spring for all 364 items. Ah, but we’ve had us hard. It gave schools no choice but to implement early spring had some adjustments to the some inflation since then. In more recent years the breaks, closed businesses and the doors of many houses of worship. lyrics over the years. The price tag has grown to $155,407.18. I think we can The virus hit us at a time one political party was working overtime lyrics we are familiar with all be thankful that our gift-giving tradition in the to impeach our president. This has been a year of turmoil ever since. come from a 1909 version by English composer good ole USA is just a single day. Festivals closed, graduations were affected and distance learning hit Frederic Austin. A rather obscure fact is that the 12 Some believe that the lyrics reveal a secret high gear. Adding to the virus concerns were rioting and looting. days begin on Christmas Day and end on January Christian message, although it is hard to think that I wonder if educators and students are looking forward to getting 6 when the Three Wise Men found the baby Jesus a song that uses the word Christmas so many times this half of the year behind them with a hope that 2021 will be bet- in the Bethlehem manger. is secretly Christian. One tradition holds that the ter? Or do they long for more time together? Although Twelve Days is often played on the partridge in the pear tree is Jesus Christ; the two Graduations were much different, if they were allowed at all. radio during the Christmas season, it doesn’t turtle doves refer to the Old and New Testaments; We wondered if football season would be. Much applause wel- create much in the way of sales. Clearly, it wasn’t the three French hens refer to faith, hope, and comed the fall football season. A quick as the delayed season opened always this way because just about everybody charity; the four calling birds are the four Gospels; dozens of high school games were cancelled or forfeited because you can think of has recorded it. The most famous the five golden rings are the first five books of the of COVID-19. College seasons began late and many schools saw version is Bing Crosby, who is often referred to Old Testament, the Pentateuch; the six geese are schedules jumbled around to allow only conference games. Then as the “voice of Christmas” for his iconic version the days of Creation before the Lord God rested on some of those games were switched or delayed. of White Christmas and other Christmas carols. the Sabbath; the seven swans are the seven gifts of The NFL has seen more than its share of cases of the virus. In-per- The Andrews Sisters also recorded Twelve Days, the Holy Spirit; the eight maids refer to the eight son attendance at games plummeted. as did The Ray Conniff Singers, Perry Como, Beatitudes; the nine ladies dancing are the nine Will 2021 be any different? We will have a new president who Frank Sinatra along with his children Frank, Jr. fruits of the Holy Spirit; the 10 Lords a-leaping will bring lot of new staff members. Maybe the vaccine will be ready and Nancy. Even Alvin and the Chipmunks, and refer to the Ten Commandments; the 11 pipers early. Maybe it will work. the Muppets with John Denver recorded it. Jimmy piping represent the 11 faithful Apostles; and the Will we ever get back to “normal”? Maybe. Maybe not. God only Buffett released his own version – Parrothead 12 drummers drumming are the twelve points of knows. style, of course. doctrine in the Apostle’s Creed. Whatever the If the vaccine works, our country can reopen. Assuming this to This is a trick question, so please pay attention. meaning, Merry Christmas to you and yours! be the case our readers will want to open their community newspa- If you had to give all the gifts that are mentioned pers to read of updates on schedule changes, additions and deletions. in Twelve Days, how many do you think that John Avery Emison is the Mayor of Alamo and That is one role of the hometown newspaper. We try to stay local and would be? You can all them all up, 1 + 2 + 3, etc. author of two books. leave state and national to the large metro dailies. We want our newspaper to be a community newspaper that sub- scribers can be proud to open up. Family and friends who have Just a simple blue blazer moved off can stay “in the loop” with either their print or online subscriptions. We believe community newspapers are more important now than I saw a guy the other day wearing, and I kid you I was explaining this, sort of, to my 12-year-old ever. not, a genuine leisure suit. I’m daughter Sarah who, of course, skipped the fash- Social media is fast to post the rumors. We know our readers want pretty sure it’s the first one ion aspect and fired off a simple question – “Dad- a little more. Your local newspaper and its web presence are the I’ve seen this century. Are you dy, why do they call them “blazers”? source to confirm or debunk all rumors. old enough to remember lei- Of course, I didn’t know. Oddly, I found that Remember: life is better with a (local) newspaper. sure suits, those casual suits nobody knows for sure. One story holds that of the 1970s consisting of a they were first worn by crews of rowing teams in shirt-like jacket and matching England, and that one crew in particular, that of Don’t let money fights pants, usually made of poly- the HMS Blazer, wore handsome navy-blue jack- ester? ets and that when newly crowned young Queen steal your joy I was once in a men’s shop Victoria saw them in 1837 she was so impressed during that era, and I asked she declared on the spot that the jackets would be Dear Dave, the proprietor why he didn’t called “blazers.” My husband and I usually have a few disagreements around the have any leisure suits for sale. Almost surely an apocryphal tale, but the term, holidays when it comes to Christmas spend- “Because,” he said, “as I told and the jacket, did originate in that era. Another ing. Do you have any advice for eliminating a bunch of guys at a trade show last month, ‘if we rowing club around that time sported blazing red this kind of thing, and making the financial tell men that dressing down is acceptable, they’ll jackets when they competed in regattas, and some side of Christmas a little less stressful? never dress up again.’” say their jackets inspired the term, but whatever Kellie How right he was. I thought about his comment its source, the idea of crew team members wearing the other day when I heard a man about my age identical jackets caught on, and because those Dear Kellie, describing how difficult it had been for him to find jackets were much too cool to be left hanging in I imagine every couple has a few disagree- a blue blazer at area men’s clothing stores. dorm closets, the young crew team members began ments over Christmas spending. The trick is Men’s stores don’t carry them much these days wearing them out on campus and on forays into in how you handle them, and come to a com- because nobody is buying them anymore, and town, much as athletes today wear leather jackets. promise you each feel is fair, smart, and af- that’s a shame. I used to tell young men if they They didn’t look quite like today’s blazers back fordable. could only afford one suit then they probably then, however. They were much looser fitting, One of the keys is to start talking before you should consider buying a navy-blue blazer instead. windbreaker like jackets, but they pretty much in- start shopping. Being on the same page—and It’s formal looking enough, paired with gray trou- stantly became status symbols, and soon croquet, creating a plan and sticking to it—are great sers, to get by at a funeral or a wedding and casu- rugby, soccer and all sorts of other clubs joined ways to bring peace and togetherness into the picture. Honestly, al enough to wear to a party with khakis, or even the blazer craze. Even equestrians began wearing Christmas spending can be part of your monthly cash flow plan the jeans and a T-shirt, if you’re so inclined. them, and by the 1890s, in England, all flannel, whole year. Get the picture? I’m talking about living on a written, Or, you can put on dark slacks and a conser- loose-fitting casual jackets were referred to as monthly budget. You know Christmas is December 25th every, sin- vative tie and wear it to your parole hearing. It’s “blazers.” gle, year, so why not set aside a little each month leading up to the never out of place, and you can wear it with con- Then, around 1900, the trend crossed the Atlan- holidays? fidence that you’re looking the very best you can tic, and young men in Ivy League colleges started If you haven’t planned ahead, now is a great time to become a uni- be, because blazers are flattering. Every man looks wearing them as part of their athletic uniforms as fied team. Huddle up, not only to talk about Christmas priorities, but better in a jacket, and the navy blazer is the most well, and by the 1920s blazers were being worn in devise a game plan moving forward so that this doesn’t happen again versatile of all men’s jackets. colleges and prep schools all across America. next year. Together, figure all your regular monthly income and ex- All sorts are available today, but a true blazer But by the time Brooks Brothers introduced penses into a budget. If you’ve saved anything at all for Christmas, is a navy-blue jacket, usually with metal buttons. them to a national clientele, in the 1930s, the for- include that, as well. We’ve all got necessities, so take of those first. That’s one way blazers differ from suit coats. An- mer sporting connotations of blazers had fallen Then, make a general list of everything you’d like to spend money other is that they are tailored for a more casual away, and they had evolved into a quietly sophis- on for Christmas—I’m talking about the things we often overlook fit, which is why, even though you can wear your ticated jacket of deep navy blue, with gleaming navy suit coat as a blazer, it won’t look exactly See Dave Says, Page 4 right, regardless of what the salesperson tells you. Buy a blazer. See Peeples, Page 4 Didn’t I see you with Jesus

I’ve often heard people say that we should not discuss religion or politics and I agree trained and dedicated to a lifestyle of prayer, we simply do not have a strong spiritual we are less likely to argue if we avoid these danger zones and just connection nor the ability to comprehend spiritual wisdom. It’s true, if we relay a talk about the weather. There are several reasons why individuals are positive feel-good message, we are less likely to arouse the lions, however, when we private about their convictions and it’s true we do not always need start teaching the serious demands and requirements of Christ, it stirs the evil spirits to tell everything we know. Sometimes people are not confident in of hatred and rebellion. Remember when Pilate offered Jesus and Barabbas to the what they believe and simply do not want to risk being embarrassed. angry crowd and asked them who they wanted to be released, they cried out give us Others may not want to reveal their views because they enjoy being Barabbas. Why? Because the spirits of darkness will always reject the light of God’s friends with everyone and do not want to offend anyone. We realize truth. when a person speaks up and declares their personal convictions, We are noticing a growing animosity toward evangelical Christianity and this is they are immediately labeled and categorized. It’s up to the individual becoming a socially acceptable mindset of our culture. We are being programmed what type of impression they make and how intense they present through the media to accept this negative mentality and is why many liberal churches their opinions, but there is also a price that comes with being vocal. have backed away from the Biblical instructions associated with sacrifice and self- We may win allies and friends, but there is also a good chance we discipline and have compromised with a more peaceful and relaxing message. Instead will make a few enemies as well. When it comes to our allegiance to Christ, spiritual of trusting God and being obedient to His will, many have calculated that it’s less discernment is critical when it comes to knowing when to speak and when to be silent. threatening to please the people than to be honest with them. In general, the masses I’m convinced that being a serious follower of Jesus includes being committed to relay love to hear how great and wonderful they are but are not fond of being reminded how the gospel every chance we have, however these divine appointments are not always they must repent and submit to God’s authority in order to walk in His Spirit. Human a verbal communication. The most effective way to represent Jesus is to always listen nature loves to live independently in the name of religion, but scoffs at the thought of carefully to His voice and when He wants us to speak is just as important as what He allowing Christ to sit on their throne of their heart to control and possess them. The wants us to say. Yes, this is difficult, but when it comes to sharing our faith, hopefully more a person teaches about taking up our cross and yielding our will to Jesus, the we can agree that following His lead must be at the top of our priority list. more rejection and persecution they will face. So, in conclusion, while the Christian How unfortunate that many who profess to be a Christian and have their own has a right to speak God’s truth whether it is politically correct or not, we see the world religious interpretations, cannot effectively explain what they believe or why. There is becoming more aggressive against the followers of Christ and taking a stand for Him even more misunderstanding and confusion when they attempt to discuss their opinions is now more challenging than it was just a few years ago. The question remains; will about the Bible without studying it. It’s only natural to be more knowledgeable about we hide and deny that we know Christ like Peter did, or will we say, “yes I know Him subjects we actually know something about. For example, it would be ridiculous for and love Him with all of my heart?” someone who has never been to medical school to believe they could perform a brain surgery or a heart transplant. My intention is not to be insulting, but without being well Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com Page 4 | The Crockett County Times Wednesday | December 2 | 2020

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in themselves. Even in the face Lou Etta Brown of great career success and ac- Neighbors Offering colades, Homer was most proud Mrs. Lou Etta Brown, of of his family and friends. They Dyersburg, passed away on Assistance are forever changed by the love Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at and Hope he freely expressed and gave. Jackson-Madison Co. General He is survived by his wife Hospital. She was born Oct. Catherine Moore Skelton, who 16, 1935, in Roellen to the late he lovingly referred to as his Major & Lacy Cathey. She was NOAH has received the lene Knox and Farrow & Lenita “Kingfish”. They had just- cel a graduate of Newbern High following memorials: Knox ebrated their 34th anniversary. School and later took classes at In memory of Billy Gibson In memory of Archie Wayne His oldest daughter is Rhon- Dyersburg State as an adult. She given by Carol Turpen Kinzer given by Larry & Dar- da Lewis (Bobby Lewis). Her was a devoted homemaker and In memory of Gayle Watson lene Knox and Farrow & Lenita Homer Dee Skelton daughter Melissa Fowlkes (Will Damon Louis Crabtree seamstress in her communi- given by Eddie & Kay Uselton Knox Fowlkes) have children Hillari ty. She was a member of Fowl- In memory of Donald Watson In memory of Robert E. Homer Dee Skelton, 89, went Gharib (Tony Gharib), Zac Fowl- Damon Louis Crabtree, born kes Baptist Church and also at- given by Eddie & Kay Uselton Gaines given by Larry & Dar- home to be with the Lord on kes, Gabriella Fowlkes, Bennett December 22, 1926 went home tended Barker’s Chapel church. In memory of Tina Edwards lene Knox and Farrow & Lenita November 7, 2020 with his wife Fowlkes. Her son Michael Pope to join his wife in Heaven on She was beloved by her family given by Eddie & Kay Uselton Knox Catherine Moore Skelton by his (Heather) has a daughter named November 21, 2020. Damon and their friends as “Nannie” In memory of Barbara Dove In memory of Sadie Williams side. The sum of one man’s life Adalae. Hillari has two daugh- was the son of Thomas Tavern and enjoyed sewing for them given by Bubba & Brenda given by Larry & Darlene Knox is the mark they leave on the ters Savannah and Daphne. and Faye Laverne Taylor Crab- and attending any function that Fincher and Farrow & Lenita Knox world. And the mark left by Ho- His second daughter is Re- tree Collins and raised on a farm her grandchildren were involved In memory of Nolen Pow- In memory of Gayle Watson mer Skelton was a very large one. nee Hollingsworth who has in Bells. in. ers given by Bubba & Brenda given by Larry & Darlene Knox Almost as large as the hole in the two daughters Brooke Hayes He met his wife Robbie Lou- She is survived by her son, Al Fincher and Farrow & Lenita Knox hearts left by all who knew him. & Tiffany Rowley. He is pre- ise Callann in 1946 when he re- Brown of Paris, her daughters, In memory of Billy Gibson In memory of Anita Cole giv- He was a Christian, a successful ceded in death by Renee’s son turned from action in World War Kathy McLean & husband, Lyn given by Roy & Cynthia Wear businessman, a philanthropist, Joshua Baker and Brooke’s of Newbern, Barbara Apple & In memory of David Wim- II. Damon was immediately fas- See Page 6 an accomplished pilot, a veter- daughter Hannah Hayes. cinated by her sweet disposition. husband, Howard, of Dyersburg berly given by Larry & Dar- NOAH, an of the National Guard, and His youngest daughter is Mi- They married on December 29, and Stacie Tipps & husband, Ja- a devoted family man. He was chelle Skelton Chapman (Bri- 1947 and were happily married son, of Alamo. She was loved by a beloved husband, father, and an Chapman). Her daughter is for just over 70 years. her grandchildren; Heather Mc- “DeeDaddy”. His life was full Chelsie Chapman Gilbert (Bo Damon’s career after his Lean Volpe & husband, Jason, of recognition and distinction. Gilbert). Her sons are Brennon World War II service began as an Heath McLean, Madison Taylor, Yet he was humble, kind, caring, Chapman and Jeremiah Chap- Mason Taylor, Henleigh Tipps, aircraft mechanic and later flight by Judy Poston and generous. He lived a long man. Chelsie has son Carter Gil- engineer with Eastern Airlines. Anniston Tipps, Erica Tipps, life full of love, laughter, and bert and two daughters Kessler He later started the Burger King Jenna Davis and her great-grand- longevity until God decided his Gilbert & Kindsay Kate Gilbert. restaurants in greater Nashville daughter, Emma Kathlyn Volpe Deuteronomy 4:9 instructs pass this knowledge and un- work here was done. He fought Family Ashley Ragan (Gin- and Clarksville. In his retirement and her twin brothers, George & readers to “...take heed...lest derstanding on to our children. the good fight, he finished the ger) have daughter Abbey he built and later flew three ex- Franklin Cathey. thou forget....the things which While being careful and observ- race, and he kept the faith. Ragan-Bhanot (Saarth Bha- perimental aircraft. He was an She was preceded in death thine eyes have seen....» The ing rules to keep one another Homer and his twin sister, Deed- not) and son Will Ragan. Er- avid golfer at Hillwood Country by her husband, Alfred Leon Chrismon service and the safe during the spread of Covid, ie Skelton Thompson, were born ika Cobb (Steve Cobb) has Club in Nashville and Imperial Brown, her parents, her grand- Hanging of the Greens is about the church family was still able on May 27, 1931 to Golden and son Alex Middleton and Golf Club in Naples, Florida. son Jason Whitt and seven remembering the true meaning to celebrate the birth of the Sav- Sparlin Skelton of Alamo (de- daughter Ragan Middleton. His civic contributions included brothers & sisters. of Christmas, the reason for ior and the blessing of being a ceased). They also had a young- He also leaves behind three extended terms as President of Funeral services will be held the symbols of Christmas, part of God’s family along with er brother, Franklin (deceased). fur babies Grace, Lily, and Ca- the Sertoma Club and Hillwood on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 at 3 and passing these truths to the the rich heritage that connection Skelton had a passion and work sey. He had many friends and Country Club in Nashville. p.m. in the chapel of Dyersburg next generation. Its scriptures, affords. ethic from an early age that loved ones who he truly con- Damon was a leader, a gen- Funeral Home, conducted by hymns, carols, and symbols, that John Haddon Holmberg, Av- drove him throughout his life. sidered to be family as well. uine friend to everyone who Rev. Danny O’Guinn. Visitation the Pond Creek congregation ery and Jase Emison, Ellie and He believed in treating people He was a faithful member of knew him and a devoted care- will be held from 1 p.m. until shared during the special Case Henderson, Atty Grace the way he wanted to be treat- Longview Heights Baptist giver for his wife’s long-term services begin and interment Sunday morning worship ser- Lents, and Ava Lee added glow- ed. It was this simple philoso- Church in Olive Branch as Alzheimer’s Disease. Damon will follow in Fairview Ceme- vice, are reminders to us that ing candles to each window, phy that propelled him to own long as his health allowed and spent his life across Bells, Mi- tery. Pallbearers will be Heath God is real, His love for us is built the nativity scene on top the and successfully operate multi- was a faithful member of Jerry ami, Flordia; Griffin, Georgia; McLean, Mason Taylor, Lyn everlasting, and our experiences communion table, and brought ple car dealerships in Memphis, Greene’s Sunday School class. Nashville; Naples, Flordia; and McLean, Jason Tipps, Jason with Him are to be cherished. forward the poinsettias to set Millington, and Olive Branch. He gave money to build a Fam- Winchester. His final six years Volpe and Roy Bevis. During this season of our lives, around the Christmas tree. They He told everyone he met, “If ily Life Center for Longview were spent close to family and it is more important than ever to you do what you love, you will Heights Baptist Church and a be assured of these things and in loving arms at the Heritage See Pond Creek, Page 6 never work a day in your life.” second one at Longview Point and Somerfield Health Center in He also believed in giving back Baptist Church in Hernando. Brentwood. Death Notices and supporting his community. The family received relatives Damon is survived by his One hundred percent of his sal- and friends on Monday, Novem- children Michael Callann Crab- Jorge Valenzuela Soto, 62 ary from his car dealerships for ber 16, 2020 from 10 a.m. until tree, Stephen Earl Crabtree (Jan- of Friendship passed away Honor your loved ones with a the past number of years went the time of the funeral service et), Lisa Ann Crabtree Malvea Wednesday, November 25, to the Homer Skelton Charita- at 1 p.m. at Longview Heights (Arun); ten grand-children and 2020. CARD OF THANKS ble Foundation to support his Baptist Church, 4501 Goodman eleven great grand-children; church, his community, and pub- Road in Olive Branch, Missis- sisters Betty Webb and Mary lic and private schools in Mem- sippi. The entombment imme- Jordan. He is loved and will be Dave Says, 731-696-4558 phis and DeSoto County. For diately followed at Memorial missed by many family mem- from page 3 more than twenty years, he pro- Park Cemetery, 5668 Poplar bers and friends. vided coats, shoes, and bicycles Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee. The family will hold a private to children in need. He equipped In lieu of flowers, memorials graveside service in Bells at a like food, cards, party expenses, the Automotive Center at DeSo- may be made to Wesley Mead- later date. An online guestbook and decorations. Now, make a to County Schools Career Tech ows Memory Support House at is available at AustinFuneralSer- gift list. Write a dollar amount Center in Horn Lake. He helped 1325 McIngvale, Hernando, MS vice.com. 615-377-0775 beside each name or build the “Field of Dreams” 38632, DeSoto Dream Center at expense on your lists, and if baseball field at Snowden Grove 6935 Windchase Dr. Horn Lake, the grand total is the same as— in Southaven for handicapped MS 38637, or any charity where Mary Helen McCarley or less than—your Christmas children. He provided hundreds your heart is to carry on his leg- budget total, you’re ready to of computers and technology to acy of giving. Graveside services for Mrs. roll! schools, an undisclosed num- Mary Helen McCarley, age 87, If you can’t agree, or the num- ber of scholarships for students, Trudy Shaw Hamberlin will be held at 11 a.m., Wednes- bers don’t work, run through and behavior and leadership day, December 2, 2020, at Ala- things again. This doesn’t mean programs that changed many A precious mother and grand- mo Cemetery with Stephen Sut- to repeat your positions until students’ lives. Many needy mother, Trudy Shaw Hamber- ton officiating. The family has you get what you want. It means children were enabled to en- lin, 89, passed away peacefully requested that anyone attending both of you acting like mature, joy summer camps because of Tuesday, November 24, 2020 the service please where a mask. responsible adults, finding some his quiet giving. The number at Brandon Rehab and Nursing Mrs. McCarley passed away, middle ground, and making of lives he touched through his Center, Brandon, Mississippi. Friday, November 27, 2020, at sacrifices. If you really want to generosity was truly countless. Due to the current pandemic, a the Alamo Nursing Home and show your commitment, you When making significant dona- private service will be held at Rehabilitation Center. She was and your spouse can sign your tions to schools each year, he a later date. Trudy was born in born, November 18, 1933, to the new budget. Signing your name never sought publicity for his Berlin, Germany. She was the late James Phillips and Annie is a simple, psychological signal good works. His one request daughter of the late George and Jewel Phillips. that means you’re committed year after year was to “Spend Hanne Thiel. Trudy moved to the She was preceded in death by to your agreement. Then, post this on the children who need it United States shortly after mar- her parents; husbands, Tolbert it somewhere you’ll both see it the most.” If pressed, he would rying then Sgt. Bill Shaw. After Fanning Cates, and Billy McCa- regularly. explain his giving philosophy, being stationed in Texas and rley; stepdaughter, Debbie Col- Give it a try, Kellie. It just quoting Matthew 6:1-4, “But Okinawa Bill retired from the vett; sisters, Jewel Cooke and might help reinforce your com- when you give to the needy, Army and they became longtime Patsy Jo Lee. mitment to the budget—and do not let your left hand know residents of Jackson. She loved She leaves behind her daugh- each other—when the shopping what your right hand is doing, her family and relished working ters, Rita Cates Machota (Tim), frenzy sets in! so that your giving may be in se- alongside her husband at their Anna Cates Brasfield, Johnnie —Dave cret. And your Father who sees restaurants and convenience Cates Johnson (Darryl), and * Dave Ramsey is a seven-time in secret will reward you.” He store. Upon their retirement, son, Tolbert Fanning Cates, #1 national best-selling author, loved to give back to the com- they moved to Friendship and III; stepchildren, Frank McCa- personal finance expert, and munity, and taught his family to joined Zion Hill Baptist Church. rley (Melanie), Bruce McCar- host of The Dave Ramsey Show, do likewise. He had a heart for She was a loving and devoted ley (Susie), Beverly McCarley heard by more than 16 million single mothers, and could not wife to her husband Bill for over Berryman (Howard); brother, listeners each week. He has ap- stand the thought of someone 55 years until his death in 2005. Franklin Phillips; grandchildren, peared on Good Morning Amer- being hungry. He never wanted In 2012 she married retired Col. Katie Mansfield (Jason), Jessie ica, CBS This Morning, Today any recognition, only to make a Lawrence Hamberlin and relo- Luckey (Keenan), Amber Car- Show, Fox News, CNN, Fox difference. His abundant gener- cated to Brandon, Mississippi, michael (Chris), Travis Bras- Business, and many more. Since osity is a huge part of his legacy. enjoying their time together field, TC Cates (Brooke); step 1992, Dave has helped people Homer Skelton accepted Jesus until his death in 2019. Preced- grandchildren, Megan, Lanie, regain control of their money, Christ as his Lord and Savior ing her in death were sons, Dan John, Becky, and Jake; great build wealth and enhance their at age 17 and remained faith- Shaw (Dianne), Ronnie Shaw grandchildren, Jake, Rege, and lives. He also serves as CEO for ful in ministry all of his life. (Cathy), She leaves behind her Elizabeth. Ramsey Solutions. Homer endured to the end with son, Mike Shaw (Theresa), five In lieu of flowers please con- hope, optimism, laughter, and grandchildren ,four great grand- sider donating to N.O.A.H., P.O. faith. He saw the best in ev- children and a host of extended Box 94, Alamo, TN 38001 or a Subscribe today! eryone and believed in others family and friends. She will be charity of your choice. even when they didn’t believe greatly missed. Call 731-696-4558 Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 The Crockett County Times | Page 5

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BELLS ASSEMBLY OF GOD ZION HILL BAPTIST FAIRVIEW CME Robin Rd., Bells, 663-0028 348 ,.Zion Hill Rd 273 ,.Church St 103 Friendship, 677-4215 Bells, 663-2867 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD W. Church St., Alamo, 696-4487 581 CATHOLIC FAITH INDEPENDENT METHODIST Jct. Hwy 54 & 88 MT. OLIVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD SACRED HEART CATHOLIC at Brimms Corner, Alamo Alamo Gadsden Rd., Gadsden, 3653 .E. Main St 2281 Pest Defense LLC CH #4487 731-420-0750 Humboldt, 784-3904 FIRST METHODIST .N. Johnson St 74 BAPTIST ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC Alamo, 696-2150 When it comes to pests, your .Washington Ave 910 best defense is Pest Defense. ALAMO FIRST BAPTIST Brownsville, 772-3514 or 668-2596 FLOYD’S CHAPEL UMC Hwy. 88 S., Alamo, 696-2555 2400 Davis Rd., Maury City 37 Van Quentin Kalinisan Licensed in Termite and Pest Control ANTIOCH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN FRIENDSHIP UMC LLC Tinsley Rd., Gadsden, 784-5755 177 PEST DEFENSE ALAMO FIRST CHRISTIAN .W. Depot St 201 647 Jerusalem Road (P.O. Box 972) • Bells, TN 38006 .Hwy. 88 S 1550 Friendship, 677-2366 AVERY CHAPEL MISSIONARY Office: 731-663-2845 • Cell: 731-589-1855 Alamo, 731-225-0196 email: [email protected] BAPTIST GADSDEN UNITED METHODIST Hwy. 152 & 188, Alamo, 444-3678 BELLS FIRST CHRISTIAN ,Hwy 79 20048 W. Main St., Bells, 663-9994 172 Gadsden, 300-3349 BARKER’S CHAPEL BAPTIST 731-589-7530 .Maury Junction Rd HOSLEY CHAPEL CME Friendship, 656-2179 CHESTNUT BLUFF Ruby Lane, Gadsden, 784-9803 85 FIRST CHRISTIAN BELLS CHAPEL MISSIONARY Chestnut Bluff Rd., Friendship 7800 LEBANON UMC BAPTIST .Chestnut Bluff/Maury City Rd Church St., Bells, 663-3662 47 CROCKETT MILLS CHRISTIAN .R. J. Welch Rd 5084 LIGHTHOUSE UMC BELLS FIRST BAPTIST Crockett Mills, 677-2678 W. Church St., Alamo 1382 West Main St., Bells, 663-3273 55 731-285-1465 BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHRIST MAURY CITY UMC .Bethel Rd 85 Mill St., Maury City, 656-2412 76 Humboldt, 784-0830 ALAMO CHURCH OF CHRIST ,.W. Church St 645 MURRY’S CHAPEL UMC BUCK’S CHAPEL Alamo, 696-2617 .Johnson Grove Rd 12310 MISSIONARY BAPTIST Frog Jump, 656-2078 Hwy. 88, Halls, 656-4110 9475 BELLS CHURCH OF CHRIST College St., Bells, 663-2322 5212 POND CREEK CAIRO BAPTIST CONGREGATIONAL METHODIST Lyons Rd., Alamo, 696-4367 393 CAIRO CHURCH OF CHRIST Hwy. 188, Alamo, 696-2281 802 Lyons Rd., Alamo, 656-2956 158 CEDAR HILL MISSIONARY POPULAR FOREST CME BAPTIST CHESTNUT BLUFF Early Austin Rd., Maury City .Windy City Rd. E 560 CHURCH OF CHRIST Gadsden, 784-5325 .Chestnut Bluff Rd 6855 PENTECOSTAL Friendship, TN 38034 CROSS ROADS BAPTIST FAITH PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Love Rd., Bells, 663-3423 1776 CHERRYVILLE ROAD Hwy 189 S., Friendship, 677-2987 CHURCH OF CHRIST FIRST BAPTIST .Cherryville Rd 268 HOUSE OF FAITH MINISTRIES .N. Broadway St 374 Bells, 663-2224 W. Churct ST • Alamo, TN 507 Maury City, 656-2844 731-696-4969 CROSS ROADS FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHRIST SOLID ROCK UNITED Main St., Friendship, 667-2301 445 .Johnsons Grove Rd 2118 PENTECOSTAL Bells, 663-2144 Hwy 412-Green Frog Village GADSDEN BAPTIST 663-0016 Hwy. 79, Gadsden, 784-1196 20100 FRIENDSHIP CHURCH OF CHRIST Church St., Friendship, 677-3022 147 UNITED PENTECOSTAL GRACE BAPTIST MISSION OF FRIENDSHIP CHURCH AND TRAINING CENTER GADSDEN CHURCH OF CHRIST Hwy 189 N., 664-9562 345-6090 Humboldt Lake Rd. at U.S. 70A/79 PRESBYTERIAN HOLLY GROVE BAPTIST LINCOLN STREET .Poplar Corner Rd 8488 CHURCH OF CHRIST BETHESDA CUMBERLAND Bells, 772-2627 Lincoln St., Alamo, 696-4723 275 PRESBYTERIAN ,Hwy. 188 9651 HOPEWELL BAPTIST MAURY CITY Friendship, 677-2943 .Gin Rd 323 CHURCH OF CHRIST Friendship, 677-2133 Hwy. 88, Maury City, 656-2123 6792 SALEM CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN JERUSALEM MISSIONARY NANCE CHURCH OF CHRIST .Salem & Aubrey Ferguson Rd .Jerusalem Rd 1317 ,.Nance Rd 663-3987 Bells, 663-3646 Alamo, 901-696-3193 OTHER JOHNSON GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH OF GOD .Johnson Grove Rd 6517 CHRIST COMMUNITY Alamo, 656-2662 ALAMO NEW LIFE CENTER E. Main St., Bells, 663-3045 90 PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD LINCOLN STREET FIRST BAPTIST S. Bells St., Alamo 313 CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP W. Lincoln St., Alamo, 696-5987 290 OUTREACH MINISTRIES CAIRO CHURCH OF GOD .Hwy. 70/79 and Cypress Rd MACEDONIA MISSIONARY Hwy. 188, Alamo 1402 Bells, 663-2910 BAPTIST .Macedonia Rd 1243 MAURY CITY CHURCH OF GOD CHRISTIAN MINISTRY CENTER Bells, 663-2560 Hwy. 88 , Maury City, 656-2161 E Main St., Bells, 663-3003 153

MAURY CITY FIRST BAPTIST MAURY CITY COMMUNITY COGIC CHRISTIAN SABBATH ASSEMBLY Broadway, 656-2844 374 ,.Church St 62 West Schaffer, Dyersburg 1300 Maury City, 656-4123 www.dyersburgchurch.com MIDWAY BAPTIST .Old Jackson Rd 5288 PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE COG CHURCH OF THE LORD Bells, 663-3627 Elm St., Alamo, 696-4517 35 JESUS CHRIST S. Depot St., Bells, 663-2168 97 MT. MORIAH GRACE BAPTIST ST. LUKE’S COG Chestnut Bluff Rd., Friendship Davis St.,Bells, 663-3308 71 CROCKETT COUNTY WORSHIP CENTER NEW FIRST BAPTIST S. Bells St., Alamo, 656-2571 414 .Chester St 394 GOSPEL Maury City, 656-2880 LIBERTY HALL FULL GOSPEL CROCKETT MILLS CHRISTIAN ,Plomar Williams Rd., Gadsden .RJ Welch Rd 5084 NEW HOPE BAPTIST 663-2780 Crockett Mills, 667-2678 Hwy 88, Maury City, 660-4128 HOLINESS EMMANUEL NEW MT. PLEASANT 677-4187 MISSIONARY BAPTIST PRAYER OF FAITH HOLINESS If any of you lacks wisdom, you Connell St., Tigrett, 677-4295 77 .Johnson Grove Rd 7070 EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN Alamo, 656-2959 FELLOWSHIP should ask God, who gives generously PORTER’S GROVE Main St., Friendship, TN 38034 175 MISSIONARY BAPTIST 435-5330 )205( to all without finding fault, and it will Hwy. 152, Humboldt, 784-2132 10057 METHODIST be given to you. ALAMO FIRST UMC GRACE CHAPEL PROVIDENCE BAPTIST N. Johnson St., Alamo, 696-2150 80 Oakmont Cove, Bells, 663-0299 43 —James 1:5 Hwy. 188, Crockett Mills, 677-2202 ARCHER’S CHAPEL JESUS CHRISTIAN SOUTH FORK BAPTIST .Archerís Chapel Rd 356 ,.Chestnut Bluff Rd .Chestnut Bluff Rd 7450 Frog Jump, 656-2237 Friendship, 656-2980 Friendship BELLS FIRST UNITED METHODIST MT. MORIAH THREE-WAY BAPTIST W. Main St., Bells, 663-2789 52 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST May the words of my mouth and the Hwy 54 N., Bells, 656-4213 11054 .Friendship-Chestnut Bluff Rd CENTER UNITED METHODIST meditation of my heart be pleasing WALNUT HILL BAPTIST .Emerson Rd 6053 POND CREEK CONGREGATIONAL .Walnut Hill Church Rd 1222 Gadsden, 696-2951 Hwy. 188, Alamo, 696-2281 802 Bells, 663-2194 in Your sight, O Lord, my Rock and CYPRESS UNITED METHODIST QUINCY FAMILY WORSHIP WILLIAM’S CHAPEL .Cypress Church Rd 539 CENTER my Redeemer MISSIONARY BAPTIST Bells, 663-2013 .Raleigh Bird Rd 223 .Friendship Eaton Rd 3234 Alamo, 696-2807 ~Psalm 19:14 Friendship, 677-2223

This Devotional & Directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services. Page 6 | The Crockett County Times Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 Public Notices SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S price, the Substitute Trustee NOTICE TO CREDITORS Webb Hughes who died Testate, SALE may deem the sale final in which were issued to the undersigned case the purchaser shall have no Estate of Norfleet Liggon by the Probate Court of Crockett Pond Creek, from page 4 Sale at public auction will remedy. The real property will No. 10567 County, Tennessee. be on December 16, 2020 at be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with All persons, resident and non- 1:00PM local time, at the west no warranties or representations Notice is hereby given that on resident, having claims, matured were assisted by Wanda Porter retreats at Carolyn and Larry door, Crockett County Court- of any kind, express or implied, the 19th day of November, 2020, or unmatured, against the estate and Remelda Ballard. Jerry Joe Prescott’s cabin. Without house, 1 South Bells Street, Ala- including without limitation, Letters of Administration in are required to file the same with Lambert led the congregation fail, on these trips, I have known mo, Tennessee pursuant to Deed warranties regarding condition respect to the estate of Norfleet the Clerk of the above named in Christmas carols and hymns Carolyn, each and every day of Trust executed by Eugenia of the property or marketability Liggon who died Intestate, were Court in triplicate on or before and shared the song, “Mary, Do upon waking up, to immedi- Stewart, to Arnold M. Weiss, of title. issued to the undersigned by the earlier of the dates prescribed You Know?” The Poston fam- ately do two things. One, she Trustee, as trustee for Mort- This office may be a debt col- the Probate Court of Crockett in (1) or (2) otherwise their ily sang old favorites, “Do You would kneel down beside her gage Electronic Registration lector. This may be an attempt County, Tennessee. claims will be forever barred. Hear What I Hear/” as well as bed to pray. This would be im- Systems, Inc. as nominee for to collect a debt and any infor- All persons, resident and non- (1) (A) Four (4) months from “When They Saw the Star.” Su- mediately followed by a phone Branch Banking and Trust Com- mation obtained may be used for resident, having claims, matured the date of the first publication san Woods also sang the song, call home to Bobby. Bobby pany on March 30, 2018 at Deed that purpose. or unmatured, against the estate (or posting, as the case may “My Tribute.” Tony Ballard, would immediately answer, of Trust 309, Page 38, Instrument are required to file the same with be) of this notice if the creditor Ray Neal Turner, Jaida Ward, even though it would be a very No. 40210; conducted by Shap- Shapiro & Ingle, LLP the Clerk of the above named received an actual copy of this and Marilyn Kail shared scrip- early call, almost as if he were iro & Ingle, LLP, having been Substitute Trustee Court in triplicate on or before notice to creditors at least sixty tures and readings. Joe Hall led waiting for the phone to ring. appointed Substitute or Suc- 10130 Perimeter Parkway, the earlier of the dates prescribed (60) days before the date that is in a responsive reading through AND, being nearby, I would cessor Trustee, all of record in Suite 400 in (1) or (2) otherwise their four (4) months from the date of which all participated in the hear him say through the phone the Crockett County Register’s Charlotte, NC 28216 claims will be forever barred. the first publication (or posting); reading of the Christmas story line, “I miss you so much. I love Office. Default has occurred in Phone: (704) 333-8107 (1) (A) Four (4) months from or from the book of Luke. Mike you. December 2 is Bobby and the performance of the cove- Fax: (704) 333-8156 the date of the first publication (B) Sixty (60) days from Ferrell and Mason Poston passed Carolyn King’s anniversary. nants, terms, and conditions of File No. 20-120305 (or posting, as the case may the date the creditor received out the Chrismon ornaments. The church family is remem- said Deed of Trust and the entire 11/18, 11/25, 12/2 be) of this notice if the creditor an actual copy of the notice to Beth Turner, Carol Cooke, and bering Carolyn on this special indebtedness has been declared received an actual copy of this creditors if the creditor received Connor Lee hung the ornaments day in her life. She is in our due and payable. IN THE JUVENILE COURT notice to creditors at least sixty the copy of the notice less than on the tree as each member of thoughts and in our prayers. Party Entitled to Enforce the OF CROCKETT COUNTY, (60) days before the date that is sixty (60) days prior to the date the congregation brought theirs Happy anniversary to Crock- Debt: Specialized Loan Ser- TENNESSEE four (4) months from the date of that is four (4) months from forward while Judy Poston read ett County’s mayor and wife. vicing LLC, its successors and the first publication (or posting); the date of first publication (or the name of each ornament and Mr and Mrs. Gary Reasons assigns. IN THE MATTER OF: or posting) as described in (1)(A); shared its meaning. will celebrate their wedding The real estate located in (B) Sixty (60) days from or A special portion of this anniversary on December 3. Crockett County, Tennessee, and BLADE POE, DOB: the date the creditor received (2) Twelve (12) months from Christmas service occurs as the Those on the church’s prayer described in the said Deed of 09/27/2003 an actual copy of the notice to the decedent’s date of death. congregation recalls those who list this week include: Elaine Trust will be sold to the highest NO. 2020-DN-5 creditors if the creditor received This 24th day of November, have passed away during the Ball, Loretta Ballard, Vir- call bidder. The terms of the said the copy of the notice less than 2020. year within the church family. ginia Barron, Sharon Beaird, Deed of Trust may be modified A CHILD UNDER EIGH- sixty (60) days prior to the date Brandon Hughes & Mark This year, Bootsie Reasons and June Blair, Stan Black, Dan by other instruments appearing TEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE that is four (4) months from Timothy Thompson Bobby King went home to be Browning, Bob Bushart, Ran- in the public record. Additional the date of first publication (or Co-Petitioners with the LORD. Elbert Woods dle Bushart, Keith Carver, identifying information regard- SECOND AMENDED posting) as described in (1)(A); Estate of Terry Webb Hughes brought forward a white poin- Sr., Dexter Chambers, Ruby ing the collateral property is ORDER FOR SERVICE BY or James Stephenson, settia honoring the memory of Climer, Danny Cobb, Janice below and is believed to be ac- PUBLICATION (2) Twelve (12) months from Clerk & Master Bootsie. Carolyn King brought Criss, Chuck Crutchfield, Car- curate, but no representation or the decedent’s date of death. forward one honoring her hus- la Crutchfield, Sherry Earn- warrant is intended. It appearing to the Court from Nancy L. Choate band, Bobby. Joe Hall placed heart, Deborah Edge, Betty Street Address: 375 Alamo the allegations of the Petition This 19th day of November, Attorney for Co-Petitioners these on either side of the nativ- Ferrell, Debbie Gardner, Ray Cir, Alamo, Tennessee 38001 for Temporary Legal Custody, 2020. 367-A North Parkway, Suite 5 ity scene and the congregation George, Kathryn Gibbons, Parcel Number: 056N A Motion for Service by Publica- Manuel Clifton Liggon, Jackson, TN. 38305 joined him in praying for Boot- Tina Gustafson, Helen Hall, 007.00 tion and the Affidavit of Diligent Administrator 731-661-0665 sie and Bobby’s family. “I’m so Joe Hall, Donna Hamilton, Current Owner(s) of Property: Search that the whereabouts of Estate of Norfleet Liggon 12/2, 12/9 glad I’m a part of the family of Bonnie Hilliard, Bob Holder, Eugenia Stewart the Respondent, Angela Poe, is James Stephenson, God....” was sung by the con- Kathy Hughes, Lee Johns, Bret This sale is subject to, with- unknown and cannot be ascer- Clerk & Master gregation. Joe sang a special Johnson, Sonya Kendall, Car- out limitation, all matters shown tained by diligent search, there- from song dedicated to the memory olyn King, Tuffy King, Tim fore, the ordinary process of law NOAH, on any applicable recorded plat; Spencer/Jones Attorneys, PLC page 4 of Bootsie and Bobby, Those Laman, Rosie Laman, Crystal any unpaid taxes; any restrictive cannot be served upon Angela D. Nathaniel Spencer listening surely could imagine Lee, Draper Lee, Ora Lee, An- covenants, easements, or setback Poe. It is, therefore, ORDERED Attorney for Petitioner the two of them in heaven as he drea Lents, Bro. Jack Leslie, lines that may be applicable; any that said Respondent be served P.O. Box 878 en by Larry & Darlene Knox sang, “I dreamed I went to that Bea Love, Nicky Love, Patri- statutory right of redemption of by publication of the follow- Brownsville, TN. 38012 and Farrow & Lenita Knox city called ‘Holy.’ My friends cia MacLaughlin, Brooke Pe- any governmental agency, state ing notice for four consecutive 731-772-3346 In memory of Myra Jane all knew me there. They showed terson McAllister, Judy Mask, or federal; any prior liens or weeks in the Crockett County Yearwood given by Larry & me from mansion to mansion Rita Matocha, Dinker Mayfield, encumbrances including those Times, a newspaper published Darlene Knox and Farrow & and, oh, the sights I saw. But, Ruby Medlin, Missionary Caro- created by a fixture filing or any in Crockett County, Tennessee. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Lenita Knox I said, ‘I want to see Jesus, the lyn Knight, Missionaries Kalep applicable homeowners’ asso- It is further ORDERED that In memory of Terry Hughes One who died for me.’ Then I and Ashley Robertson, Roger ciation dues or assessments; all if the Respondent, Angela Poe, Estate of Hattie Mae given by Larry & Darlene Knox bowed on my knees and cried, Moore, Danny Odom, Nelda claims or other matters, wheth- does not enter an appearance or Montgomery and Farrow & Lenita Knox ‘holy’.....” Owens, Carolyn Peal, Jerry Pe- er of record or not, which may otherwise Answer the Petition, No. 10568 In memory of Donald Watson Matthew McDonald’s father, terson, Peggy Peterson, Anne encumber the purchaser’s title further personal service or ser- given by Larry & Darlene Knox Jerry Wayne McDonald, passed Poston, Betty Prescott, Carolyn and any matter that an accurate vice by further publication shall Notice is hereby given that and Farrow & Lenita Knox away early on Sunday morn- Prescott, Danny Prescott, How- survey of the premises might be dispensed with and service on the 19th day of November, In memory of Billy Gibson ing. Sympathies are extended ell Revelle, Debra Revelle, Pan- disclose. of any future notices, motions, 2020, Letters of Administration given by Larry & Darlene Knox to Matthew and his family. The sy Roberts, Tim Rowland, Reida The following parties orders or other legal documents in respect to the estate of Hattie and Farrow & Lenita Knox church family had special prayer Sherrod, Tommy Sherrod, John may claim an interest in the in this matter may be made upon Mae Montgomery who died In memory of Barbara Dove for Matthew and his family on Paul Snyder, Emma Stallings, above-referenced property to be the Respondent, Angela Poe, by Intestate, were issued to the given by John and Mary Marvin Sunday morning. Anne Turner, Rexann Turner, affected by the foreclosure: any filing same with the Juvenile undersigned by the Probate In memory of W. K. Dick- Happy birthday wishes are Dean Turnage, Tristan Vickers, judgment creditor or lien holder Court Clerk of Crockett County, Court of Crockett County, erson given by John and Mary sent to Vicky Lambert, Connor Mitchell Whitehead, Stan Black with an interest subordinate to Tennessee. Tennessee. Marvin Lee, and Peyton Woods. and Joy Nell Woods. the said Deed of Trust or any NOTICE All persons, resident and non- In memory of Blake Hutchi- Carolyn King has often been Have a blessed week! Please party claiming by, though, or Angela Poe resident, having claims, matured son given by John and Mary my roommate on the occasions remember to pray for our nation under any of the foregoing. Such The State of Tennessee, De- or unmatured, against the estate Marvin when we have traveled for over- and our president. parties known to the Substitute partment of Children’s Services, are required to file the same with In memory of Barbara Dove night trips such as church con- Trustee may include: No has filed a petition against you the Clerk of the above named given by Eric & Tracy Rank ferences in Missouri or ladies Terms of Sale will be public seeking to adjudicate dependen- Court in triplicate on or before In memory of Robert Gaines auction, for cash, free and clear cy and neglect. It appears that the earlier of the dates prescribed given by Eric & Tracy Rank of rights of homestead, redemp- ordinary process of law cannot in (1) or (2) otherwise their In memory of Barbara Dove Peeples, tion and dower to the extent dis- be served upon you because claims will be forever barred. given by Kyle & Kristan East from page 3 claimed or inapplicable, and the your whereabouts are unknown. (1) (A) Four (4) months from In memory of Barbara Dove rights of Eugenia Stewart, and You are hereby ORDERED TO the date of the first publication given by Eddie & Dianne Moore those claiming through him/her/ APPEAR IN THE CROCKETT (or posting, as the case may In memory of Blake Hutchi- brass buttons as a nod to their Younger men today, especially it/them. COUNTY JUVENILE COURT be) of this notice if the creditor son given by Eddie & Dianne nautical origin, and an American those under 50, eschew blazers, IN ALAMO, TENNESSEE ON Any right of equity of re- th received an actual copy of this Moore fashion classic was born. or anything sartorially that calls demption, statutory and other- THE 26 day of January 2021, notice to creditors at least sixty In memory of Gayle Watson It was still a symbol of the for a tie, but they make a huge wise, and homestead are waived AT 9:00 AM, to defend the alle- (60) days before the date that is given by Eddie & Dianne Moore elite during the Depression, mistake when they do. They’re in accord with the terms of said gations or a default judgement four (4) months from the date of In memory of Wayne Kinzer worn primarily on Ivy League missing a chance to look terrific Deed of Trust, and the title is be- may be taken against you. You the first publication (or posting); given by Gene & Judy Laster campuses, but after World War and make a good impression. lieved to be good, but the under- may view and obtain a copy of or In memory of Donald Watson II ended, and America became And by the way, women now signed will sell and convey only the Petition and any other sub- (B) Sixty (60) days from given by Gene & Judy Laster more prosperous, blazers made wear blazers as well, and they as Substitute Trustee sequently filed legal documents the date the creditor received In memory of Linda Barnett their way to men’s closets all look great in them too. As a mat- The right is reserved to ad- at the Crockett County Juvenile an actual copy of the notice to given by Gene & Judy Laster across the country. ter fact, I recently read about a journ the day of the sale to an- Court Clerk’s Office, Alamo, creditors if the creditor received In memory of Desiree Via And in the 1950s and 60s they study that claimed to have found Tennessee. other day, time, and place cer- th the copy of the notice less than given by Gene & Judy Laster were ubiquitous at country club that women are taken more se- tain without further publication, Entered this 17 day of No- sixty (60) days prior to the date In memory of Sadie Williams dances (Remember them?) and riously when they’re wearing upon announcement at the time vember 2020. that is four (4) months from given by Gene & Judy Laster Christmas parties everywhere. blazers then in any other attire. and place for the sale set forth the date of first publication (or In memory of Tina Edwards Every college man owned one Who knows about “studies”, above. If you purchase a prop- Paul Conley posting) as described in (1)(A); given by Joseph & Shey Whitby and usually kept wearing it for so it may not be true. But then erty at the foreclosure sale, the JUDGE or In memory of Donald Watson the rest of his life. again, it may. Why take chanc- entire purchase price is due (2) Twelve (12) months from given by Small Town Pharmacy, But that, of course, was then. es? and payable at the conclusion APPROVED FOR ENTRY: the decedent’s date of death. LLC of the auction in the form of In memory of Gayle Watson a certified/bank check made Marlene Simpson This 19th day of November, given by Small Town Pharmacy payable to or endorsed to Sha- Kelly Keylon (023347) 2020. LLC STILL piro & Ingle, LLP. No per- Marlene Simpson (025691) Matthew R. West, Administrator To make a donation to NOAH, RUNNING sonal checks will be accepted. Beth Farmer-Belew (20630) Estate of Hattie Mae please send a check or money To this end, you must bring Candice L. Jones (030783) Montgomery order to NOAH, P.O. Box OUT TO sufficient funds to outbid the Attorney for DCS James Stephenson, 94, Alamo Tn. 38001. Please FETCH THE lender and any other bidders. 1979 St. John Ave., Ste. F Clerk & Master include the name and address of Insufficient funds will not be Dyersburg, TN 38024 the person to whom the card is PAPER? accepted. Amounts received in 731-286-8304 Rainey, Kizer, Reviere sent. All funds are used to assist excess of the winning bid will 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9 & Bell, PLC residents of Crockett County be refunded to the successful Matthew R. West with cancer or other catastrophic purchaser at the time the fore- Public Notice Attorney for Petitioner illnesses or events. closure deed is delivered. 105 S. Highland Ave. This property is being sold The Town of Alamo will accept Jackson, TN. 38301 Subscribe to home delivery, 1 Year In County $32 with the express reservation applications for a certificate of 731-423-2414 Place one and we’ll deliver it to your 6-Month In County $19.95 door for less than half the 1 Year In State $45 1 Year Out Of State $53 that the sale is subject to confir- compliance for retail package 12/2, 12/9 ad and cost! mation by the lender or trustee. liquor store beginning Decem- reach This sale may be rescinded only ber 4, 2020 and due no later NOTICE TO CREDITORS Subscribe Today! by the Substitute Trustee at any than 4:00 p.m. January 13, prospects time. If the Substitute Trustee 2021. Call Alamo City Hall Estate of Terry Webb Hughes all over rescinds the sale, the purchaser at 731-696-4515 or email rita. No. 10570 Tennessee. shall only be entitled to a return [email protected]. The Crockett of any money paid towards the 12/2, 12/9 Notice is hereby given that purchase price and shall have on the 24th day of November, County Times no other recourse. Once the 2020, Letters of Testamentary STATEWIDETn CLASSIFIEDSc ADVERTISINGan NETWORK 40 S Court Street • P. O. Box 66 •Alamo Call the Classified Advertising Department purchaser tenders the purchase in respect to the estate of Terry of this newspaper for details. 731-696-4558 Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 The Crockett County Times | Page 7 Classifieds/Public Notices

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Occasionally Jason and I dis- agree on ways to make things. One thing he likes and I do not is just pouring Caro syrup over This old fashioned divinity canned yams - totally not for me. candy recipe is a sweet treat I So to compromise this Thanks- love to make and share during giving I told him I would give the holiday season. up making a turkey and have Old fashioned divinity is ham instead if he would give up a vintage recipe for a me- canned yams for a sweet potato ringue-based candy that I would casserole. describe as somewhere between So I found a recipe and fudge (even though there is no thought maybe it would work. I chocolate in most divinity, it is followed the directions but then often even referred to as Divin- realized the one I got tasted ity Fudge), nougat, and marsh- way too plain - as if I had only 1 cup pecans chopped, divided In a large bowl (or in the pot mallow. cooked sweet potatoes and just 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or to the potatoes were cooked in), It’s a billowy light, su- crushed them up. So I adjusted taste mash the sweet potatoes with per-sweet, airy candy confec- some and the end product was 1/2 tsp pumpkins spice brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, tion and it tastes…well, divine. something both of us really en- salt and pepper to taste vanilla and salt & pepper. Hence the name. a plate lined with paper towels; and gradually drizzle hot syrup joyed and will have again and 1 cup miniature marshmallows Fold in half of the pecans and blot dry. Line baking sheets with into egg whites in a thin, steady again. Hope you like it too! spread into prepared pan. Ingredients parchment paper. stream, 1 minute. Increase speed Directions Sprinkle with the marshmal- 3 large eggs, beaten Stir together sugar, corn syr- to high and beat until candy is Ingredients Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease lows and the remaining pecans. 1 (6-ounce) jar maraschi- up, and 1/2 cup water in a sauce- beginning to lose its gloss and 3 pounds sweet potatoes peeled a 9 x 13 pan. Bake for 25 minutes or until no cherries, drained and pan. Bring to a boil over medi- holds its shape when dropped and cut into cubes Place sweet potatoes in a pot marshmallows are golden brown chopped um heat. Cook, without stirring, from a spoon, 4 to 6 minutes. 1 cup brown sugar packed of boiling water. Simmer for and potatoes are heated through. 2 1/2 c. granulated sugar until a candy thermometer reads Immediately stir in vanilla, pe- 1/3 cup butter softened 15 minutes or until fork tender. 1/2 c. light corn syrup 260°F, 8 to 9 minutes. cans, and cherries. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Drain. 2 large egg whites, at room Meanwhile, beat egg whites, Working quickly using 2 temperature salt, and cream of tartar with an spoons, drop candy by heaping 1/4 tsp. kosher salt electric mixer on medium speed spoonfuls onto prepared baking 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar until stiff peaks form, 3 to 4 sheets. Let stand at room tem- 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract minutes. (If egg whites are ready perature, uncovered, overnight. 1 c. chopped toasted pecans before syrup, decrease mixer Store at room temperature in an Turkey & Spinach speed to low to slow process airtight container up to 2 weeks. Directions until syrup is ready.) Increase Call in the family, say Grace, Place maraschino cherries on mixer speed to medium-high and Dig In! Stuffing Casserole

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) re- Easy Chocolate Mousse duced-sodium chicken broth 3 tablespoons butter 3 cups stuffing mix 3 cups cubed cooked turkey Pie with Peanut Crust 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1/2 cup dried cranberries 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring broth and butter to a boil. Remove from heat. Add stuffing mix; stir until Ingredients moistened. Stir in turkey, spin- Peanut Flour Crust ach and cranberries. 1/2 cup natural peanut butter Transfer to a greased 11x7- 2 tablespoons butter in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 2 eggs beaten cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract minutes or until cheese is melt- 1 cup peanut flour ed. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup low carb sugar substi- tute more or less to taste Hershey’s Dark Chocolate Mousse Mom’s Italian Bread 7-9 grams grass-fed gelatin and stir until dough forms. occasionally, until mixture is about 2 tsp or a bit more Press dough into 9 inch pie stiff. Ingredients 1/4 cup cold water pan. Use the tines of a fork to Pour in gelatin mixture; beat 1 package (1/4 ounce) active 1/3 cup boiling water pokes holes throughout the crust until well blended. dry yeast 1/2 cup low carb sugar substi- to prevent puffing up while bak- Spoon into pie crust. Refriger- 2 cups warm water (110° to tute more or less to taste ing. Bake at 325 degrees F for ate at least 4 hours before serv- 115°) 2/3 cup HERSHEY’S SPE- 15-20 minutes. ing. 1 teaspoon sugar CIAL DARK Cocoa Place on rack to cool. Nutrition 2 teaspoons salt 2 cups cold whipping cream Mousse Filling: Calories: 325 | Carbohydrates: 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Sprinkle gelatin over cold 9g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 29g | Sat- water in small bowl; let stand 2 urated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturat- Directions Directions minutes to soften. ed Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated In a large bowl, dissolve yeast Crust: Add boiling water; stir until Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 107mg | in warm water. Add the sugar, Microwave peanut butter and gelatin is completely dissolved Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: salt and 3 cups flour. Beat on in a warm place until doubled, Meanwhile, preheat oven to butter in medium bowl until and mixture is clear. 93mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vi- medium speed for 3 minutes. about 1 hour. 400°. With a sharp knife, make melted. Cool slightly. tamin A: 750IU | Calcium: 20mg Stir in remaining flour to form a Punch dough down. Turn onto four shallow slashes across top Beat butter into peanut butter Combine sweetener and co- | Iron: 2.3mg | Net Carbs: 5 g | % soft dough. a floured surface; divide in half. of each loaf. Bake 20-25 min- until well combined. coa in large bowl; add whipping Carbs: 6.2 % | % Protein: 13.5 % Turn onto a floured surface; Shape each portion into a loaf. utes or until golden brown. Re- Stir in vanilla, beaten eggs, cream and vanilla. | % Fat: 80.3 % | SmartPoints: 13 knead until smooth and elastic, Place each loaf seam side down move from pans to wire racks to and sweetener. Beat on medium speed of about 6-8 minutes. Place in a on a greased baking sheet. Cover cool. Add the rest of the ingredients mixer, scraping bottom of bowl greased bowl, turning once to and let rise until doubled, about grease the top. Cover and let rise 30 minutes. Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 The Crockett County Times | Page 9

Find a new best friend at a local ANIMAL SHELTER! Adopt today! Page 10 | The Crockett County Times Wednesday | December 2 | 2020 Sports Lady Cavs score Cavaliers defeat double victory in week two Halls and Bradford in week two cynthiaKILBURN cynthiaKILBURN News Editor News Editor

Lady Cavs blaze through Cavaliers had an excellent week two with another double week defeating Halls and Brad- victory against Halls and Brad- ford High School. ford. On Monday, November 23, On Monday, November 23, Cavs took a slight lead in the Lady Cavs played Halls High first quarter 16-12 and played a School where Lady Cavs led close game leading slightly each the first quarter 24-0 and fin- quarter to win 55-41. ished 48-21. Scoring for this Kenan Dupree scored 16, game were Eden LaRue 9, Paige Haydn Moten 11, Devion Lloyd Turner 8, Kyli Henson 4, Ken- 10, Noah LaRue 8, Jonathan zie Johnson 4, Sarah Cherry 3, Pankey 5, Danny Jordan 3 and Alexis Borges 3, Janiya Jones 3, Lee Wilson 2. Mackenzie Butler 3, Kate Gour- The next night, Cavs faced off ley 2, Karmen Frost 2, Ellie against a fierce Bradford team Hoover 2, Jada Kail 2, Ana Pitts going in to overtime. 2 and Anne Moore 1. Cavs led the first quarter 15- Moving forward on Tuesday, 13 but trailed in the second 24- November 24, Lady Cavs faced 29 and third 43-45. In the final a tough Bradford team. Lady seconds of the fourth quarter, the Cavs took a slight lead 7-2 in the game tied 60-60 but Cavs took first quarter and continued to re- the win 73-66 with two three- main slightly ahead throughout point shots by Lloyd and LaRue the remainder of the game. and multiple freethrows across Ellie Hoover had an impres- the board. Photo by Cynthia Kilburn sive night scoring 21 points, Dupree scored 15, LaRue and Photo by Cynthia Kilburn Karmen Frost 11, Mackenzie THREE- Mackenzie Butler shoots a three in the contest against Moten scored 14 each, Lloyd SCORE-Danny Jordan scored 10 points against Bradford on Tues- Butler 7, Paige Turner 4 and Bradford. scored 13, Jordan 10 and Pan- day. Janiya Jones 3. Coach Kayla Irvin. “We really p.m., Chester County away on key 7. “I was super proud of the way responded at half time.” December 4 at 6 p.m. and Mad- Cavaliers play Trenton Pea- p.m., Chester County away on ison away on December 8 at 6 the girls fought through adversi- Lady Cavs play Trenton Pea- ison away on December 8 at 6 body at home December 1 at 6 December 4 at 6 p.m. and Mad- p.m. ty in a very physical game,” said body at home December 1 at 6 p.m. BOX SCORES GIRLS BOX SCORES GIRLS Monday Tuesday Monday Tuesday November 23 November 24 November 23 November 24 At Alamo At Alamo At Alamo At Alamo Halls 21 Bradford 36 Halls 41 Bradford 66 Jade Tate 6, Kaniya Qualls 6, Paris Taylor 3, Gabi Rebecca Walter 14, Annalee Bratton 10, Sarah Clydrell Foster 17, Dalton England 10, Cam Tevin Schoonover 18, Kameron 12, Cameron Brown 2, Grace Danehower 2, Lexia Reed 1, Au- Bane 9, Ashlynn Rowell 3, Rebecca Wood, Abby Cobb 8, Dekylan Fields 4, Tylan Patrick 2, Oglesby 12, Jayden Street 8, Spencer Siddell 6, bree Brewster 1, Erin McKendree, Laura Wright, Dunn, Saniah Thomas, Macy Johnstone. Z’Marion Dennis, Collin Thompson, Carson Will Taylor 5, Jordan Ledbetter 3, Cole Cates, Carley Apperson, Carlee Klutts, Asyia Barlow. Kimble, Lonnie Arnold. Cason Sharp, Crockett County 46 Crockett County 48 Ellie Hoover 21, Karmen Frost 11, Mackenzie Crockett County 55 Crockett County 73 Eden LaRue 9, Paige Turner 8, Kyli Henson 4, Butler 7, Paige Turner 4, Janiya Jones 3, Kate Kenan Dupree 16, Haydn Moten 11, Devion Denan Dupree 15, Noah Larue 14, Haydn Moten Kenzi Johnson 4, Sarah Cherry 3, Alexis Borg- Gourley, Eden LaRue, Jada Kail. Lloyd 10, Noah LaRue 8, Jonathan Pankey 5, 14, Devion Lloyd 13, Danny Jordan 10, Jonathan es 3, Janiya Jones 3, Mackenzie Butler 3, Kate Danny Jordan 3, Lee Wilson 2, Camden Mask, Pankey 7, Lee Wilson, Camden Mask, LeAntho- Gourley 2, Karmen Frost 2, Ellie Hoover 2, Score by quarters: Hunter Ward, LeAnthony Cathey, Isaiah Clay- ny Cathey, Isaiah Claybrooks. Jada Kail 2, Ana Pitts 2, Anne Moore 1, Chanty Bradford 2 13 27 - 36 brooks, Greenhill, Anne Moore. Crockett 7 21 32 - 46 Score by quarters: Score by quarters: Bradford 13 29 45 60 - 66 Score by quarters: Halls 12 23 32 - 41 Crockett 15 29 45 60 - 73 Halls 0 10 14 - 21 Crockett 16 32 39 – 55 Crockett 24 37 44 – 48

SIGNING- Jordan Vasquez signed to play softball with DSCC with her father, Lenny Vasquez, past and present coaches and teammates in attendance at Crockett County High School. Vasquez signs to play for

Dyersburgplayed for Crockett County State Mid- State and will move forward to a cynthiaKILBURN dle School and High School as four year college from there. News Editor well as travel ball teams; Vipers, Stixx, West Tennessee Trouble, Crockett County High School Mississippi Glory Kuroda, Lady senior Jordan Vasquez signed Jaxx Nichols. to play softball with Dyersburg She shows a huge appreci- State Community College on ation for all of her current and Tuesday, December 1. former coaches and the staff at Jordan, daughter of Lenny and The Warehouse for helping to Karla Vasquez, began playing grow her into the player she is softball with Crockett County currently. Dixie Youth Softball. She’s also Jordan plans to study nursing while playing with Dyersburg