THETH CHRONICLE CELEBRATING OUR 38 YEAR AS THE LEADING NEWSPAPER IN MT. JULIET AND WEST WILSON COUNTY | WWW.TCOMJ.COM of Mt. Juliet LARGEST CIRCULATION IN WILSON COUNTY • JUNE 13, 2018 • VOLUME 38, NUMBER 24 Argument leaves two dead in MJ

By Sarah Tate noticed Jessica lying in the Managing Editor yard with obvious injuries sustained from a gunshot A Mt. Juliet man sus- to the abdomen area,” said pected of killing his wife Moore. “Thomas had fl ed took his own life after the scene prior to deputies a standoff with police arrival. Deputies immedi- Wednesday night. ately began to render aid Wilson County Sheriff’s to Jessica until WEMA ar- deputies were searching rived on the scene. WEMA for Thomas Earl Adams, then transported Jessica to 34, regarding the shoot- Vanderbilt where she was ing death of his wife, Jes- later pronounced dead.” sica Adams, at a residence Multiple local resources at Gwin Place and Quarry assisted in the search for Road. Thomas, including WCSO After Jessica arrived at K-9 unit, detectives, The the residence with their Highway Patrol Air Avia- Photo courtesy of MJPD two children, a verbal con- tion Unit, Special Response frontation took place. She Team, and Mt. Juliet Po- took her children in the lice. house before returning to Thomas was found in an Girl raises money for fallen offi cer the argument outside. area near the 6600 block of According to Lt. Scott Hickory Ridge Road. After By Sarah Tate to help the family of a fallen a charity, she decided she Moore, a resident inside hours of negotiation and Managing Editor Tennessee offi cer. wanted to help Sgt. Daniel the house called 911 and threats that he was going Six-year-old Caroline Baker’s family. Sgt. Baker deputies were quickly dis- to kill himself, Thomas Over the weekend, a Piche wants to be a police was a Dickson County dep- patched. They were then was found deceased from a young girl in Mt. Juliet offi cer when she grows up. uty who was killed in the notifi ed that someone had self-infl icted gunshot. decided to raise money So when her mother said possibly been shot. See SHOT, PAGE 3 through her lemonade stand she could raise money for See FUND, PAGE 3 “Upon arrival, deputies Community Commission approves Viral Facebook Calendar Station North plan post leads to arrest JUNE 14 By Sarah Tate offer a variety of amenities. By Sarah Tate because Managing Editor Matt Gardner, one of the Managing Editor her “mom- Music City Mingle developers, said their goal my gut was A plan for a new tran- Lebanon Airport is for walkability and urban knocking sit-oriented development Wilson County Sheriff’s density. hard” and was approved at the Mt. Ju- deputies arrested a Mt. Ju- Deputy Public Works that she felt JUNE 14 liet Board of Commissioners liet man last week after a Director Andy Barlow ad- uncomfort- meeting Monday night. The Facebook post went viral. dressed concerns over traffi c able. Parkinson’s Support Group 6.9-acre mixed-used devel- Daniel Sherman Harris, Harris impact, saying that during After Green Hill Church opment would be located on 75, was arrested June 6 af- peak traffi c hours, the plan leaving, Cole searched on- North Mt. Juliet Road and ter Mora Cole’s story of vis- would only add about a 1 line and found Harris on the East Division Street. iting his home with her son JUNE 19 percent increase. During sex offender registry. Harris An ordinance rezoning was shared more than 5,000 non-peak hours, it would was arrested and charged in and adopting the Station times. HiSET add around a 2 percent in- 2007 for lewd and lascivious North development was After learning of Dan’s TCAT crease. acts with a child and has passed 3-2, with Commis- Happy Eggs at the Donel- Giles said that though the since been registered as a sioners Art Giles and Brian son Farmers Market, Cole developer’s plan to offer good sex offender. Abston voting against. said he encouraged her and improvements for the zoned “Daniel Sherman Harris Additional information The approximately 220 her son to visit his chicken farm. She said she asked her Page 4 unit, 15,000-square-feet See BOC, PAGE 3 See POST, PAGE 2 commercial property would husband to come with them COMMUNITY CALENDAR - PAGE 2 | OBITUARIES - PAGE 10 | CLASSIFIEDS - PAGE 12 Page 2, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 VOTE FOR FRANK GUZMAN CAST shines in ‘Wizard of Oz’ FOR WILSON COUNTY CONSTABLE ZONE 3 Criminal Justice degree & 35 years law enforcement experience Staff Reports Tennessee Constables are offi cers of the Tennessee Judicial System as Students of The Collec- prescribed by the State Constitution tive Art School of Tennes- see, CAST, recently got who are sworn and bonded peace their chance to shine as offi cers with full powers of arrest they took center stage for a under Tennessee Codes. musical production of “The Paid for by F.H. Guzman Wizard of Oz.” Students from the CAST COMMUNITY CALENDAR performing arts school showcased their talents before packed audienc- JUNE 14 please call (615) 443-8731. es at New Heart Christian Church and Charlie Dan- Parkinson’s Support iel’s amphitheater during Group JUNE 19 a series of four shows in Peterson for Parkinson’s May. Support Group will hold Lions Club CAST Executive Direc- its third meeting June 14 Mt. Juliet/West Wil- tor, Hollie Hongosh who at Green Hill Community son Lions Club Meeting at affectionately refers to the Church, 13251 Lebanon Courtney’s Restaurant at cast as her little Ozians, Rd. in Mt. Juliet from 11:30 4066 N. Mt. Juliet Rd., ev- says the students began till 1 p.m. A light lunch will ery first and third Tuesday preparing for the produc- be served. The topic will be of the month. For more in- tion back in January and “Anxiety and Depression” formation, contact Presi- were ready for their big by Ralph Cook with Lantern dent Ken Thomas 615-470- Photo submitted night. Farm. All are welcome. 5252. “The kids have worked Pictured: Lion, Jabrielle Jordan; Toto, Sydney Mae Russell; so hard, and the audience Scarecrow, Addie Myatt; Dorothy, Emily Lohora; Tin Man, Kara finally [got] to enjoy every- JUNE 14-17 JUNE 19 Moss. Not pictured: Wicked Witch of the West Cali VanCleve; thing that this show [came] Glinda, Avery Spalding. to be,” said Hongosh. “I Music City Mingle Free Dance Class felt like every child grew Lebanon Municipal Air- Free Dance Exercise sonal relationships with es, we want our performers throughout the rehears- port welcomes the RedStar Class called Refit every our students so that we to exhibit the qualities of al process, and that is my Pilots Association June 14- Tuesday evening at 6:30 can better serve them in confident, savvy, life-long primary goal!” 17 for the Music City Min- p.m. in the youth center their journey through our learners with a zeal for try- Hongosh and Co-Direc- gle. Pilots from across the of Life Church, located at program,” said Dias. “We ing new things,” said Hon- tor Hannah Dias brought nation will be flying World 3688 Highway 109, Leb- strongly believe in the val- gosh. “We love getting to the CAST performing arts War II era Chinese and anon. This class is for all ues of love, respect, open know each and every new program to the greater Russian aircraft, conduct- ages and fitness levels. communication, accep- child that we have the op- Nashville area to provide ing a formation training LifeChurchFamily.com. tance, creativity, and in- portunity of teaching. We classes, workshops and clinic. While this is not an clusion of all students.” hope that they learn les- private lessons for children air show, the public is wel- The CAST instructors sons that they can take and adults of all ages who come to watch. Gates will JULY 9-11 further explain that the anywhere.” have an interest in clas- open around lunch time for skills developed through- The CAST crew is al- sical and musical theater photos and viewing the air- Camp Confidence out performing arts in- ready preparing for its training, as well as dance, craft. Keith Edmonds Founda- struction go far beyond the fall production of “Annie,” vocalization and instru- tion is hosting Camp Confi- limits of the stage. and sign-ups for summer mentation. dence at Cumberland Uni- “When the lights go classes are now open. “We strive to foster per- JUNE 16 versity, a three-day camp down and the curtain clos- where children ages 8-12 From , PAGE 1 Free Groveries in state custody can let go POST Free Groceries this Sat- of their stress and just be www.tcomj.com urday June 16 at 3 p.m. kids while enjoying indoor was arrested [Wednesday] in the parking lot of Kids and outdoor activities, team by detectives for violating World Daycare on Cum- building, food and more. terms of the sex offend- berland Street in Lebanon. The free event is July 9-11 T er registry,” said Lt. Scott This is sponsored by Life from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Moore. “We believe that Church and it is open to ev- each day. To register, con- Harris has knowingly vio- eryone and completely free. tact Keith Edmonds Foun- lated many of the rules that LifeChurchFamily.com dation at 615-651-0714 or he agreed to as part of his elaine@keithedmondsfoun- registry as a sex offender.” dation.org. Moore said the depart- JUNE 19 ment is consulting with the District Attorney’s Of- HiSET JULY 20 fice about the alleged viola- The Wilson County Adult tions. Education program will Shoe Giveaway “We were advised of infor- be giving the high school The Annual Salvation Music City Baptist Church mation circulating around equivalency test (HiSET Army/Dewaal Shoe Give- is proud to welcome Tennessee social media from a con- formerly GED) on June 19, away will be held from 4-6 gubernatorial candidate Bill Lee, cerned citizen,” said Moore. 2018, at the Tennessee Col- p.m. July 20 at Mary Chaf- “Detectives immediately be- for a town hall meeting: gan an investigation which lege of Applied Technology fin Chapel-The Salvation th in Lebanon, TN. For infor- Army Church, located at Monday, june 18 , 8am-9am led to his arrest.” mation on taking the test, 715 Lake St. in Lebanon. The Sheriff’s Office urges 7104 Lebanon Rd, citizens to call the depart- Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 ment at (615) 444-1412 if they are concerned of any PUBLIC NOTICES - PAGE 12 (615) 807-0892 | ... suspicious activity. The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Page 3

Photo submitted Pictured is a concept rendering of the Station North development. The Board of Commissioners ap- proved the preliminary master development plan on Monday night.

From BOC, PAGE 1 as money and tax revenue the trucks utilizing Mt. Ju- for the city. One request he liet Road. area, he would not vote to had for the developer was to Some tractor-trailer approve because most of implement a wrought-iron trucks will be used during his constituents, District 3, fence along the property development of the proper- Photo submitted were against it. The devel- against the railroad tracks, ty, but Gardner said they opment would be within his which they agreed to do. will utilize the main en- Caroline and Offi cer Wentzell, her fi rst customer on Saturday. district as well. “We’re creating some- trance at Industrial Drive Abston, who represents thing with foresight,” said in order to limit use of thor- From FUND, PAGE 1 iel Baker and her efforts to the Providence area in Dis- Justice. oughfare such as Mt. Juliet help the Baker family.” trict 4, wanted the devel- Vice Mayor and District Road. line of duty two weeks ago. According to MJPD, opers to offer a voluntary 2 Commissioner James The developers also In total, Caroline said on many offi cers, members of contribution to the city Maness agreed that each agreed to a list of demands Saturday that they raised public safety and the com- of $2,500 per unit. The development has pros and from the city, including $1,125 for Sgt. Baker’s munity visited Caroline’s amount has been a stan- cons and that he does not widening Fiberglass Drive, family. stand to show their sup- dard contribution asked of give easy answers, such as donating $25,000 to the Caroline’s generosity port and thank her for her many new proposed hous- always voting against pro- Mt. Juliet Senior Center, even gained the attention of efforts. ing developments. posed apartment complex- relocating the salt sheds national media, with ABC Station North had pre- es. to existing city standards, News running a story on viously offered a $500 per “I’ve weighed it careful- among others. her initiative. unit contribution, but said ly and considered it a long The Wilson County Re- “She touched all of our in the meeting they would time,” Maness said before hab 23 was honored at the ELECT hearts [Saturday], and her raise it to $1,000. voting to approve the plan. start of the meeting. City compassion reminded us of Steve District 1 Commissioner Mayor Ed Hagerty voted Manager read a proclama- the goodness in our world,” Ray Justice gave a speech to approve the plan as well, tion that names June 11, Mt. Juliet Police shared about how he used to fi ght saying that if the plan failed, 2018 as Rehab 23 Day. on Twitter. “We appreciate change in regards to new the landowner would possi- Members of the group vol- Caroline, so much, for her THOMAS developments. He lament- bly sell to a developer that unteer much of their free support of fellow law en- ed over how this backfi red would continue using the time to providing resourc- forcement offi cer [Dickson COUNTY COMMISSIONER in his district, leading to an land as industrial property es and comfort for those in 10th District County Sheriff’s] Sgt. Dan- PAID FOR BY CANDIDATE unattractive storage facility in the middle of the city. emergency situations. that doesn’t add to the aes- Hagerty used the exam- The proclamation was thetic appeal of the city. ple that the land could be presented to the group on He added that the de- used to store tractor-trail- the fi fth anniversary of the velopment will update the ers. He said this would add Mt. Juliet Fire Department center of Mt. Juliet as well more traffi c concerns with Station 1 ribbon cutting.

From SHOT, PAGE 1 CLOYD’S VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2018

According to Moore, Cloyd’s VBS is June 25-29 Thomas had an extensive from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. history in Wilson County on a variety of charges, in- Register your kids online today! cluding domestic violence This year’s VBS theme will be against Jessica. She was Shipwrecked, where kids also arrested in March will learn to survive on an 2018 for domestic assault against him. uncharted island, anchored If you are experiencing in the truth that Jesus will domestic violence, you can carry them through life’s storms. contact the National Do- mestic Violence Hotline at Cloyd’s Cumberland Presbyterian Church | 595 W. Division, Mt. Juliet, TN 1-800-799-7233. Go to cloydcpc.org for more information and to register your child today! Page 4, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Tennessee candidates weigh in on opioid epidemic

Staff Reports TBI; 4) regulate prescriptions our communities, and this started this year. We cannot the use of addictive opioids, using a real-time Controlled is a crisis that requires bold incarcerate our way out of particularly in TennCare, is The spread of opioid abuse Substance Monitoring Data- and decisive action. As I’ve this crisis, so I would priori- an important preventative claimed more than 1,600 base without adding admin- traveled to all 95 counties, tize treatment and funding step. Currently one in three lives in Tennessee in 2016, istrative burdens to providers I’ve met countless people who for treatment to ensure peo- patients on TennCare have at and it is getting worse. Meth- and; 5) protect patients by talk about loved ones lost. ple have access to the help least one opioid prescription. amphetamine abuse, while encouraging pharmacies and These are real people, not just they so desperately need to We know that after five days not getting the headlines, has manufacturers to include statistics and this alone de- get clean. I would also step of use, the risk of addiction for increased. Gun violence and emetics in their formulas. mands our action. Last Sep- up our prevention efforts, be- new users sharply increases. murder is increasing. What The road to healing is a tember I published a 10 Point cause educating the public Lowering the overall rate of proposals do our candidates long and difficult one for our Plan, which can be summa- about this issue is part of the prescriptions is an important have to help Tennesseans state, but I am confident that rized into three strategies: battle as well. And finally, we first step to solving this crisis. address these public safety bold collaboration between Mobilize, Prevent, Recover. have to support our law en- Another step is to increase issues? government, health care pro- We must mobilize all state forcement as they fight this funding and support for law Each of the major candi- viders and law enforcement resources to end this scourge and keep these drugs off the enforcement drug interdic- dates for governor and U.S. will pave the way. and that begins with declar- street. tion efforts, which is critical Senate were asked to tell our We can’t just stop at addic- ing a state of emergency to Another public safety is- to combat the flow of drugs readers about their views on tion. We have to broaden our call this epidemic what it is. sue I have worked on is hu- from China and Mexico and infrastructure investment. view and look at crime as a We will then appoint a Chief man trafficking, a scourge on the new threat of fentanyl. whole. Epidemic Officer to marshal our state. I had the chance To combat this epidemic, the Gubernatorial candi- As governor, I will be those resources and prioritize a couple of years ago to see role of law enforcement can- dates dedicated to giving law en- this battle. a human trafficking sting, not be overvalued. forcement and schools the We must also prevent more spearheaded by the Tennes- On rehabilitation, we need Diane Black (R) resources they need to be people from getting addicted see Bureau of Investigation, to look at the entire conti- The opioid epidemic is a successful. I will work with and this means addressing from the inside. It is complex, nuity of recovery by bringing scourge on our society, and I school districts to provide a the over-prescription of opi- life-saving, incredible work. addicts back into the com- firmly believe the next gover- safe and secure environment, oids. There is no excuse for As a legislator, combating munity with meaningful con- nor will be judged by how she including armed school re- prescribing twice the national human trafficking is some- nections and skills to start a handles this crisis. source officers in every school average and being one of the thing we often discuss, but new life. I am heavily involved As I’ve traveled the state, and increased mental health top states in the country for seeing it firsthand absolutely in prison ministry and I know I’ve sought input from the screenings. dispensing these deadly pills. cemented my belief that we that the window for rehabili- boots on the ground combat- My administration will in- Educating doctors, patients, must continue working to tation must happen months, ing this epidemic. Working stitute truth in sentencing for parents and children about implement policies that will if not years, before an offend- with the Attorneys General felony convictions and end the danger of these drugs is a assist our law enforcement er’s release from prison. Our and Sheriffs on my Law and the practice of allowing parole key component in prevention. throughout the state in these next governor has an oppor- Order Coalition, we have de- and probation violators to Finally, we must do a bet- operations. tunity to lead the Department veloped a plan to go after the count their time in violation ter job of helping with recov- The TBI has partnered of Corrections into a new root cause of the crisis. as time served. ery. The place we send most with local enforcement and strategy for healing offenders We can significantly reduce As governor, I will get addicts for recovery today other agencies and non-prof- before their release. the destructive impact of ad- tough on repeat offenders, es- is jail. We can’t incarcerate its to tackle this problem. In Finally, we must address diction if we: 1) prosecute pill pecially drug trafficking and our way out of this problem. addition, End Slavery Ten- our mental health support mills; 2) sue manufacturers domestic violence offenders. There is a revolving door be- nessee — a wonderful orga- system by acknowledging who mislead providers about We can’t keep letting repeat tween those struggling with nization — works with these the shortfalls in addiction the addictive nature of their offenders walk the streets addiction and our jails. The agencies and the community treatment and support those drugs; 3) provide more re- with our kids. good news: Providing proper at large to raise awareness working in mental health. For sources to district attorneys, treatment in addiction and about this issue and to pro- families in crisis, navigating local law enforcement and the Randy Boyd (R) mental health facilities is vide long-term, comprehen- the mental health system is Opioids are decimating more effective, better for the sive, specialized services. often frustrating and com- addict, and cheaper than jail. This is a perfect example of plex, and we have to do bet- Tennessee needs to step a public-private partnership ter. As governor, I’ll bring a up in a big way, not just for that attacks a problem from comprehensive approach to WHY ELITE? addiction, but for mental multiple angles. overcoming our opioid crisis. health in general. Over the We are leading the nation “I went to see last 50 years, the number of as a state in our response to Karl Dean (D) Dr. Jennifer because beds for treatment has been trafficking, but I’ve seen just I have seen, as I’m sure after performing reduced by nearly 95 percent. how much work there is left many others have, the hu- professionally on stage for 30 years, I was The people didn’t go away, to do, and as governor, I will man toll the opioid crisis is concerned about my they just ended up on the support and continue those having on our state. I have hearing. Now I own a streets and in the jails. We efforts. toured a Johnson City chil- recording studio and I’m can do better, we must do dren’s hospital that had to a recording engineer. better, and as your Governor, Bill Lee (R) add space for premature What used to take me we will do better. Over the last ten years, babies born suffering from four hours to do I can now a collective failure by gov- opioid withdrawals. I have do in a half hour. I could Beth Harwell (R) ernment, pharmaceutical heard from law enforcement, not thank her enough As Speaker of the House, I companies, and some in the treatment providers and so- and I appreciate her.” appointed a task force in ear- medical community have left cial workers on the challeng- - Gary Branchaud ly 2017 to take an in-depth us with an opioid crisis that es they are facing, both with look at the opioid crisis in our is crippling our state. There’s criminal and mental health state and make recommen- no quick fix, and the solution issues, related to opioids. dations as to what should be will require shared respon- As governor, I would take a Your hearing aids done. I appreciate Governor sibility from state and local four-pronged approach: Haslam incorporating several institutions, our medical pro- • Public education about come with a Doctor! of the recommendations into viders, and faith and commu- the dangers of opioids the legislation he presented nity leaders. • Ensuring that people ad- this year, and I am supportive The state is currently tak- dicted to opioids get the treat- www.eliteaud.com of these efforts. ing several common-sense ment they need As governor, I would con- first steps that we can build See , PAGE 15 615-758-7118 tinue the work we have upon. For instance, restricting ANSWERS Page 5, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 MJHS librarian honored at TTU

Staff Reports Award winner. 2018 event was Lillian “Our students have ac- Hartgrove, Chair of the Tennessee Tech Univer- cess to and benefit from State Board of Educa- sity’s College of Education the experiences and exam- tion and Vice President of recently held receptions ples set by the dedicated Workforce Development recognizing outstand- educators working across and Education for the ing Tennessee educators Tennessee,” said Lisa Zag- Cookeville-Putnam Coun- working in partnership umny, College of Educa- ty Chamber of Commerce. with the college and its tion Dean. “Only through The awards reception candidates in practicum such partnerships can the and teacher appreciation and residency programs. college prepare future ed- week were supported by The events also highlight- ucators and impact the the college’s Appreciation ed future educators at the state’s P-12 students.” Partners, regional busi- graduate and undergradu- Nominations for current nesses offering door prizes ate level. educators were accepted and discounts for educa- Photo submitted Wilson County’s Brooke from College of Educa- tors. Holloway, librarian at Mt. tion students, faculty and Tennessee Tech is lo- Brooke Holloway, left, of Mt. Juliet High School, is presented with Juliet High School, was staff. cated at 1 William L Jones a High School Educator Award by Tennessee Tech’s College of Ed- honored as the Librarian Guest speaker for the Dr. in Cookeville, Tenn. ucation Associate Dean Julie Baker, right. Bragg running for District 25 Mt. Juliet man County Commissioner dies at Bonaroo Staff Reports By Sarah Tate The man was later iden- Arlie Bragg announces Managing Editor tified as 32-year-old Mi- his candidacy for County chael Donivan Craddock, Commissioner of the 25th A Mt. Juliet man was Jr. of Mt. Juliet. District in Wilson County. found dead inside a car Coffee County Sheriff Arlie is excited to bring at the Bonaroo Music and Steve Graves said no foul his many years of lead- Arts Festival on Friday. play is suspected at this ership and management According to the Cof- time. According to Graves, experience to the Wilson fee County Sheriff’s Of- an autopsy will be conduct- County Commission. fice, the department was ed to determine cause of After a 25-year career at summoned to the Bonaroo death. Aladdin Industries, Arlie campground for a medical A spokesperson for started a small business. issue around 10:30 a.m. the festival could not be As Founder and CEO of June 8. When investigators reached. Arlieque, Inc., (a catering arrived, they discovered a The annual festival and events management male victim deceased inside brings thousands of music company) Arlie now serves a vehicle. lovers to Manchester, Tenn. hundreds of clients ranging from Entertainers, Busi- nesses, Schools, Church- es and Civic Groups. You may have seen him on Food TV, History Channel and many other food and events show! Arlie is equally as well known for his involvement at the Wilson County Bank and Trust October Fest. Photo submitted A native Tennessean and a 20-year resident of Mt. viding the leadership and As a business owner, Juliet, Arlie and Joyce, his vision necessary to real- Arlie has a wealth of hir- wife of 30 years, have two ize the tremendous po- ing, management, budget- children and two grand- tential of Wilson County’s ing, and policy-making ex- children. In their free time award-winning school sys- perience. tem. “My leadership philos- they enjoy attending local GREEN HILL CHURCH OF CHRIST sporting and community As a Wilson county res- ophy is that leaders must 11706 Lebanon Rd events. ident and business owner, listen to people, under- Mt Juliet TN, 37122 Serving as Vice Presi- Arlie truly understands stand their needs, and dent of Kansas City Bar- the importance of Public then make the best deci- VBS beque Society, a mem- Safety and the challeng- sions for the communi- June 18-22 2018 ber-based society with es that come with growth. ty,” said Arlie. “If elected, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 19,000 members, Arlie As an entrepreneur, Arlie I intend to make the right has worked on the KCBS makes sound decisions for decisions for the residents AGES Philanthropy Award Pro- the success of his compa- in my District. I appreci- 2 years thru 12th grade gram Scholarship. Rec- ny and now wants to help ate your consideration of ognizing the importance insure local leaders con- my request for your vote of a good education, Ar- tinue to make sound deci- to serve you as your next lie is committed to pro- sions for the community. County Commissioner.” Page 6, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 FAITH & MESSAGE As was His custom ing philosophies address- synagogue on the Sab- value, and yes obedience, dropped the idea of the ing the idea of attending bath day.” of allowing ourselves to church being a physical a particular church on a It’s pretty clear how become a part of a local building. A building is particular day. One that Jesus felt about gather- body of believers and in- just a place to come in out seems popular is to down- ing with God’s people at tegrate with that body as of the weather and gather play the value of gather- a particular place on a a customary thing. with the real church, the ing with God’s saints for particular day. Luke rec- The issue isn’t wheth- rest of the living stones. worship and fellowship. ognized that it was cus- er or not we are in a room As a matter of fact, I care As I was thinking about tomary for Him to go each at a particular time at a not whether your group these theories and the Sabbath and join with particular place so we can has a church building or value of regular church the fellow believers in the be counted as present. not. The type of meeting Larry Grainger involvement, I was re- synagogue. Now, this isn’t The heart of the matter is place is not important to Abundant Life Church minded of what Luke re- an article to beat people are we one of the “living me, but what is important corded concerning our up with a condemning stones” who make up this is that you meet or gath- Lord Jesus in chapter 6 of word about church atten- organic group known as As a pastor, I get to his gospel. “…as was His dance. Rather, it is an at- the church. See F & M, PAGE 14 hear a lot of well mean- custom, He went to the tempt to get us to see the I hope we have long ago CHURCH DIRECTORY Assembly of God Catholic Witnesses Unity Grace Fellowship Ministries Lighthouse Church Holy Comforter Anglican Lutheran Unity of Music City Greater True Faith Com- Baptist (ACC) Celebration Lutheran Non-Denominational munity Church Baker’s Grove Baptist St. Stephen Catholic Com- Methodist Abundant Life* Holy Temple Church Beckwith Baptist munity Cook’s United Methodist The BARN Church The Journey Church Cedar Grove Baptist Church of Christ Gladeville United Methodist Bridge Fellowship Church Joy Church International Corona Baptist Church Belinda Parkway Church Grace United Methodist Cedar Ridge Church LifeChurch of Mt. Juliet Faith Church of Christ Church The Church at Pleasant Living Hope Church Fellowship Baptist Center Chapel Church of Mt. Juliet African Method- Grove Mending Fences Cowboy Church The Fellowship at Mt. Ju- Christ ist Episcopal Church Connect Church New Heart Christian liet Corinth Church of Christ Pleasant Grove United Faith is the Victory Church Church First Baptist Church of Gladeville Church of Methodist Cross Point Church Friendship Community New Tribe Church Mt. Juliet* Christ Providence United Method- Church Our Father’s House Com- The Glade Church Green Hill Church of ist* Gateway of Hope munity Church Grace Baptist Church Christ Scott’s Chapel African Generation Changers The Rock of Nashville Green Hill Church* Leeville Church of Christ Methodist Episcopal Church Royal Life International Hickory Hills Baptist Mt. Juliet Church of Christ Church Global Vision Bible Church The LightHouse Fellow- Nonaville Church of Christ Williamson Chapel CME Grace Bible Fellowship ship Vesta Church of Christ Church Mays Chapel Church of God Nazarene Mt. Juliet Missionary Bap- Living Water Fellowship Covenant Fellowship Church tist Mt. Juliet Church of God of the Nazarene Mt. Olivet Baptist The Pointe Church Pentecostal ANDY & TRACEY BOND Music City Baptist Church Church of Jesus Christ Church Alive Funeral Directors & Embalmers New Life Baptist Church The Church of Jesus Presbyterian Rutland Baptist Church Christ of Latter Day Saints Cloyds Cumberland Pres- 1098 Weston Drive • Mt. Juliet, TN Silver Springs Baptist Episcopal byterian Truth and Grace Free Will Church of the Epiphany Hickory Grove Church 615-773-2663 24 hour obituary line 615-641-2663 Baptist Church Jehovah’s Witness Suggs Creek Cumberland www.bondmemorial.com Victory Baptist Church Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Presbyterian

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490 Industrial Drive, Mt. Juliet | 615-889-3950 thefellowship.cc | facebook.com/fellowshipMJ C The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Page 7 REFLECTIONS FROM AN OLD FRIEND Character Counts tinctive quality or trait. takes quite a few things to criminal, thief, liar, cheat with being a good person. In other words, it’s a way classify as a good person. or backstabber. But it’s It doesn’t mean you’re a of saying you have good You need faith, integrity, tough being a good per- nerd if you don’t cuss, moral and ethical beliefs. honor, dignity and good son. You’ll have people drink, or do drugs. And Far too many people character. punishing you for speak- it definitely doesn’t make are placed in a positive Take a moment and ing up for Christianity, you cheesy for believing light because of looks, think of someone with pride for your country in God. That only makes money, stature and pow- these qualities. As the old and looking out for your you stronger. But those er. This begs the ques- saying goes, they stick neighbor, while those who don’t have the same tion, what really makes out like sore thumbs. who preach hatred and moral and ethical beliefs a person a good person? They stand out because discontent go almost will do all they can to dis- Kenny Martin Are you a good person if they’re unique and dedi- without an ounce of no- credit your lifestyle. City Manager you sing well, dance well cated at being a good per- tice or resistance. In closing, don’t ever Mt. Juliet, TN or work hard? That only son. They go above and We have to convince be ashamed of being just means you’re good at beyond on a regular ba- our children, family, a plain good person with Character is defined something. sis for the good of their friends and fellow citi- high moral and ethical as a quality or trait that You’re probably ask- community, country and zens of the importance of beliefs. Right will always distinguishes an individ- ing, OK, what does it take mankind. good character. There is be right and wrong will ual from others, or a dis- to be a good person? It It’s easy being a thug, absolutely nothing wrong always be wrong. Sample election ballot now available online

Staff Reports since they last voted are the possibility of inclem- encouraged to update ent weather on Election Sample ballots for the their voter registration to Day or just for the sake Aug. 2 Federal and State ensure they are eligible to of convenience, voters are Republican and Demo- vote for candidates that encouraged to take ad- cratic Primary and Wilson are running to represent vantage of Early Voting County General Elections them. Registering to vote this summer. Early Vot- are now posted on the or changing an address ing begins July 13 and Wilson County Election is easily accomplished by ends July 28. There are Photo submitted Commission’s website at visiting the Election Com- five convenient Early Vot- www.WilsonVotes.com. mission website at www. ing sites throughout Wil- Burgerim had its ribbon cutting June 6. They are located in Provi- The Federal and State WilsonVotes.com or by son County open Monday dence Marketplace at 401 S. Mt. Juliet Rd., Ste. 345. Republican and Demo- visiting the Election Com- through Saturday giving cratic Primary elections mission in person at 203 voters choices. will be for U.S. Senate, East Main Street in Leb- “Being familiar with U.S. Congress 6th Dis- anon. tha the ballot ye and research- IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! trict, Governor, State tWilsonVotes.com’s t t pro- ing o fthe candidatesar be- Senate District 17, 46th Ivides easy access toim the efore going to vote! is like and 57th State House of sample ballot along with practicing for a ballgame. Representatives and Re- information about regis- When you’re prepared it’s publican and Democratic tering to vote, voting and a breeze. Vote early at a State Executive commit- many other election relat- site and time convenient tee members for District ed topics. to you and be informed,” GET YOUR SCHOOL & SPORTS 17. “Our website contains said Warren. The Wilson County a wealth of information “With five Early Voting PHYSICALS SCHEDULED NOW General Election includes in a format designed to sites, 14 days of Early Vot- the Wilson County Mayor, be easily used by voters, ing and having the ballot all 25 County Commis- candidates or anyone in- available on the website, sioners, Trustee, Sher- terested in elections in we are offering the tools iff, Circuit Court Clerk, Wilson County,” said Phil- needed to make each vot- County Clerk, Register lip Warren, administrator ing experience the best it of Deeds, all five Con- of elections. “The site is can be in Wilson County,” stables, Wilson County kept current and relevant said Tammy Smith, assis- School Board members to make every visit worth- tant administrator. from zones 2,4,6 and 7, while.” To learn more about and one Lebanon Spe- With open seats in the elections, voting and how cial School District board U.S. Senate, U.S. Con- you can be involved with member. gress and Governor as Wilson County elections iy hiips | im osdushr The ballot a voter re- well as most other offices contact the Wilson Coun- iah airan | iah andoph ceives at Early Voting or on the ballot being con- ty Election Commission on Election Day is deter- tested, a large turnout is at 615-444-0216 or on- mined by their residence. predicted for the Aug. 2 line at www.Wilsonelec- 615.883.2200 | CHILDMEDGROUP.COM Voters who have moved election. To avoid lines, tions.com. 3786 CENTRAL PK, STE #130, HERMITAGE C Page 8, The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Music City Star tickets to July 4th celebration on sale 950 tickets have been made available for purchase beginning June 6

Staff Reports utes after the conclusion tions. as their wristband for eas- are not permitted on the of the Nashville fireworks. Anyone needing special ier exiting at their desig- train or at the event. Tickets for the Regional An allotment of 950 accommodations to board nated station. Passengers will not be Transportation Authori- tickets is available to the should call 615-862-5950 Children age 4 and able to return to the train ty of Middle Tennessee’s general public. Round- prior to their trip. younger will not need a during the July 4th fes- (RTA) July 4th Music City trip tickets cost $15 plus Customers will receive ticket to board; however, tivities. To get some re- Star train from Lebanon a $0.88 processing fee only one ticket for the they are required to sit lief from the heat, mist- to downtown Nashville for and are available for pur- round-trip and will need in a parent or guardian’s ing stations and water the Music City celebration chase through the Music to show the ticket to train lap. Children age 5 and fountains will be available at Nashville’s Riverfront City Star website at mu- personnel when boarding. older will need a ticket. throughout the venue, in- Park are now on sale. siccitystar.org or at tick- Upon boarding, each cus- Weekday Music City Star cluding at 1st Avenue and The train will depart etsnashville.com with a tomer will receive a col- tickets and monthly pass- Broadway. from Lebanon Station at credit card. ored wristband in place es are not accepted on the For more information, 4 p.m., Martha at 4:13 Tickets will be on sale of the ticket, which will July 4th train. contact Customer Care at p.m., Mt. Juliet at 4:27 until 24 hours prior to de- serve as their train ticket. Folding chairs will be 615-862-5950 from 6:30 p.m., Hermitage at 4:36 parture or until they are Customers must show the allowed onboard. Any a.m. to 8 p.m. on week- p.m., Donelson at 4:46 sold out, whichever comes wristband to the conduc- items that will not fit un- days, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on p.m. and arrive at Nash- first. Tickets will not be tor for the return trip. derneath the seat, such Saturdays and 10:30 a.m. ville’s Riverfront Station for sale July 4th on the After the fireworks, pas- as bikes and wagons, to 2:30 p.m. on Sundays at 5 p.m. The return train platforms. Parking is free sengers should be seated are not permitted on the or visit the RTA website at to Lebanon leaves 45 min- at all of the outlying sta- in the same color train car train. Coolers of any size musiccitystar.org.

LOCAL RESTAURANT & DINING GUIDE - HOUSTON’S loaf Monday and Taco Salad corporate event or team ban- Thursday being the favor- quet in the last 15 years in • Fresh Meats ites. 7 days a week, though, Middle Tennessee, chances the grill is open for Houston’s are Houston’s has served you. WE CATER! • Catering for all occasions made to order burgers, made From groups of 20 to over from fresh ground chuck that 1000, we provide home cook- Call Tom today! • Fresh Grilled Burgers is ground in house. Or try ing, full service catering, and our Grilled Chicken Club or on site grilling for the mass- 615-754-7548 Grilled Pork Chop Sandwich. es. Menus are available on- From the Kitchen: We have a line, call or email for a cus- 615-758-7226 | www.houstonsmarket.com wide selection of deli salads, tomized quote on your event. Mon-Sat: 9am-7pm | Sun: 12pm-6pm including Houston’s county From the Smoker: Every famous Chicken Salad and weekend, the smoker is load- Houston’s is a family owned Premium Pork, Fresh, never Pimento Cheese. Our cus- ed with dry seasoned St. and operated butcher shop, frozen Chicken, Ground Buf- tomers benefit from our fam- Louis Style Pork Ribs to be grill, and catering kitch- falo & Elk and Buffalo Steaks. ily recipes faithfully prepared sold by the slab. We also en nestled in the heart of From the Deli: Monday thru by the staff at Houston’s. prepare Pulled pork BBQ North Mt. Juliet for 25 years. Friday, enjoy our Home- If you have been to a wedding and Smokey Chopped chick- We started as a butcher made Meat & 2, with Meat- reception, family reunion, en that can be purchased by BANQUET FACILITIES! shop in 1993, and devel- the pound. Smoked Pork oped into a premier pur- Loin and Sliced Beef Brisket LIVE MUSIC! veyor of both fresh and pre- are also available in our deli case. All smoked items are MON-SAT: 7-8 / SUN: 7-2 available as catering entrees. 4066 N. MT. JULIET RD. BUY 1 pared southern delicacies. PURCHASE A LARGE PIZZA AT REGULAR PRICE GET 1 GET A 2ND PIZZA OF EQUAL OR LESSER VALUE From the Meat Department: FREE. O er good at Mt. Juliet location only. Cannot be USDA Choice Beef, USDA combined with any other o er. Expires 7/13/18 FREE Prime Ribeyes, Coming soon! US grown Wagyu Beef, Indi- 12910 LEBANON ROAD, MT. JULIET vidually portioned Seafood, 6157544443 | WE CATER!

Bring in your Regal Movie AND $4 OFF EL REY $2 OFF ENJOY any two AZTECA Ticket Stub MEXICAN RESTAURANT any $2.00 OFF OFF dinner two lunches Any Medium or meals 1st Mexican Restaurant w/drink Large Smoothie 401 S Mt Juliet Rd #570, in Mt. Juliet proud to serve Valid only at Smoothie King w/drink Mt. Juliet Location. Mt. Juliet, TN since 1998 purchases Must surrender coupon to 10% recieve offer. Not valid with purchases With coupon. 615-754-5423 tir kid’s cups and any your en e bill With coupon. other coupon or in store 1319 N. Mt. Juliet Rd. Not valid with specials. Sales tax extra. Right in front of Regal Cinemas AT Not valid with other offers. ©2015 Smoothie King other offers. (615) 773-3611 Franchises, Inc. Expires 7/13/18 Offer expires: 7/13/1810/15/2017 Expires 7/13/18 C The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Page 9 DOE awards $2.2 million to support THE CHRONICLE O MT. JLIET creation of career pathways IN YOUR MAILBOX WEEKLY! Staff Reports eas that each receives ate or expand structural for only funding, including one fo- alignment between school Education Commis- cus area only available to districts, postsecondary $15 sioner Candice McQueen community colleges that partners, and employers /year has announced that 88 are members of the Ten- that reduces the barriers school districts and one nessee Board of Regents. for students earning a postsecondary institu- Additional funds associ- credential and preparing CALL US AT 615-754-6111 TODAY! tion in Tennessee have ated with this grant will for careers. received a total of $2.2 continue to provide cur- The NSFY grants fo- million through the Per- rent industry equipment cused on the follow- kins Reserve Consolidated to support new CTE pro- ing three priorities and Grant. grams in advanced manu- awarded nearly half a mil- TRIUMPHANT This new grant appli- facturing, health science, lion dollars across six dis- cation for the 2018-19 and agriculture. tricts: school year combines Furthermore, near- •college and career ad- funding streams from the ly $900,000 will sup- visement for all students, Perkins Reserve Grant, port students earning •early college and ca- the department’s New industry-recognized cer- reer preparation opportu- Skills for Youth (NSFY) tifications. The remaining nities for all students, and grant, and the Experi- funds were awarded to •postsecondary and in- enced Professionals in the districts across the focus dustry partnerships with Classroom (EPIC) project areas of: K-12. to support the implemen- •work-based learning, Through the EPIC tation of high-quality ca- •equipment to support project, the department reer pathways for Tennes- career and technical edu- will assist Motlow State see students. For the first cation programs of study, Community College in time, districts could com- •instructor licensure or the development of a de- plete one application to be testing site accreditation gree-granting occupation- considered for these mul- to support student cap- al educator preparation Join us for an evening of uplifting, inspirational music tiple grant opportunities. stone industry certifica- program. This program “All Tennessee students tions, will create new, reduced featuring Dove Award winning and Grammy nominated deserve to have career •exam fee assistance cost options for individu- southern gospel group Triumphant Quartet. preparation that lead to for student capstone in- als interested in becoming high-quality employment dustry certifications, and Career and Technical Ed- after graduation and con- •development of an as- ucation (CTE) educators. SUNDAY, JUNE 24 at 5:00pm tinue to prioritize this sociate degree occupation- Additionally, because There is no charge for admission. 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ADAMS, Thomas Earl the United States Air Force and Larry Michael Divney; Church St., Murfreesboro, She is survived by: Son until retirement. In civilian grandchildren Ashley Wil- TN 37130. 615-893-2422. – Rick (Debbie) Stewart; Thomas Earl Adams, age life, he owned an appliance liams, Bradley (Hailey) Wil- Please leave online condo- Daughter-in-law – Hel- 34 of Mt. Juliet, passed business. liams, and Taylor Divney; lences at www.jenningsan- en (Vance) Moore; Broth- away June 6, 2018. He is survived by wife great-grandchildren twin dayers.com. er – Roy “Pete” Hackney; He was preceded in death Diana Von Haugg Delorm; boys Eilem and Eden, Lexi, Sisters – Dorothy Waters, by father, Thomas Adams, children Kristina (Mark) and Brayden; sister Susan Katherine (Eddie) Stanton I; grandparents, Paul & Olsen, Robert (Jacque- VanBebber; and sister-in- STAFFORD, Wilma and Shirley McKee; Grand- June Adkins and John & line) Delorm, and Michael law Mary Divney. Special Jean children – Stewart (Shan- Juanita Adams; and wife, C. Delorm; grandchildren thanks to the nurses and non) Moore, Virgil “Gator” Jessica Adams. Survived Nickolas Delorm, Stepheny techs of The Pavilion. Wilma Stafford passed Moore and Holly Moore; by children, Bailey Adams, Delorm, and Dane Delorm; Sellars Funeral Home, away on June 6, 2018 at Great-grandchildren – Thomas Adams III and sister Carol Hooker; and Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393. age 84. A funeral service Joshua Moore and Chris- Paul Adams; mother, Paula brother Don Delorm. He is was held June 8 at Sellars tian Moore; Many special Jackson; brother, Brandon preceded in death by par- Funeral Home in Lebanon. nieces and nephews. (Ashley) Adams; nieces, Ju- ents Connie and Clarence LEDWELL, Francis Interment followed at Cedar Funeral services were lie and Kaylie Adams; and Delorm. Anne Grove Cemetery. held June 7, at Bond Me- a host of aunts, uncles and Mr. Delorm’s favorite She was born Aug. 8, morial Chapel, and inter- cousins. joke lives on: “What’s in- 1933 in Tompkinsville, KY, ment followed at Hermitage A funeral service was visible and smells like car- to the late Verla Profitt May- Memorial Gardens. held June 11 at Sellars Fu- rots? Rabbit farts!” Sellars nard and George Thomas Bond Memorial Chap- neral Home in Mt. Juliet, Funeral Home, Lebanon TN Proffitt. She is survived by el, N. Mt. Juliet Road and and interment followed at 615.444.9393. daughters Teresa Bentley Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, Mt. Juliet Memorial Gar- and Juanita Ashley; grand- TN. (615)773-2663. Obit dens. children James (Julie) For- Line (615)641-2663, www. Arrangements by Sellars DIVNEY, Carol Anne syth, Lori Alexander, and bondmemorial.com Funeral Home at Mt. Juliet, Hutchison Rob (Deidre) Ashley; five 2229 N. Mt. Juliet Road, great-grandchildren; sister Mt. Juliet, TN 37122, 615- Carol Divney passed Lois (Oscar) Hall. She is THOMPSON, Wilma Ray 758-5459, obituary line away on June 8, 2018 at preceded in death by hus- 615-758-8818, www.sel- age 75. A Funeral Mass was band James Ray Stafford, Wilma Ray Thompson, larsfuneralservices.com held June 11 at St. Frances Francis Anne Ledwell, four infant babies, broth- age 78, died June 5, 2018. Cabrini Catholic Church age 82, passed away at er Odell Proffitt, and sister Mrs. Thompson was the in Lebanon. Interment fol- Summit Hospital in Nash- Frances Lea. She was a daughter of the late William DELORM, Curtis Wright lowed at Wilson County ville, June 6, 2018. She member of Adams Avenue Forrest and Mary Florence Memorial. was born in Cannon Coun- Church of Christ. Gunner Ray. Curtis Delorm, of Leba- Mrs. Divney was a Li- ty and has lived in Alabama The family extends spe- She is survived by: Sons non, passed away on June censed Practical Nurse. She and Nashville. cial thanks to Wilma’s – William Lee (Sharon) 5, 2018 at age 79. A pri- was a member of the St. Anne was preceded friend and doctor, Dr. Rob- Thompson and Forrest Dale vate Memorial Service will Frances Cabrini Catholic in death by her parents, ert Jantz and to Adoration (Michele) Thompson; Sister be held at a later date. Church where she sang in Walden Spurlock and Al- Hospice for their kindness – Sandy O’Neil; Grandchil- Mr. Delorm was born in the choir. She was an artist pha Donnell; husband, and good care during her dren – Brandon Thompson, Brandon, Vermont. He was who loved painting in wa- David Hayes; son, Steven illness. Shanna Thompson Smith in the United States Navy tercolors and oils. Hayes; and sister, Jane Sellars Funeral Home, and Casey Thompson; Niec- for 5 years, 11 months, Mrs. Divney is survived Mullinax. She is survived Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393. es and nephews – Mary Kay 28 days, 4 hours, and 10 by her husband of 53 by her son, Chad (Elesha) and Mark Cochran, Terry minutes. After the Navy, he years, Larry Divney; chil- Hayes; daughter, Sharon Lynn Hooper and Maurice served as an electrician in dren Angela (Troy) Williams (Greg) Easter; sisters, Mar- STEWART, Hazel Hack- “Buster” and Mary O’Neil. sha (Eddy) Ayers; grand- ney A Celebration of Life will children, Jeremy (Misti) be conducted at a later Easter, Jason (Tiffanie) Hazel Hackney Stewart, date. PET OF THE WEEK Easter, Hanna Hayes, Jen- age 89 of Lebanon, died In lieu of flowers, memo- na Hayes, Nathaniel Hayes; June 4, 2018. Mrs. Stew- rials may be made to the great-grandchildren, Julia art was a member of First American Cancer Society, WOODY and Jonah Easter, Noah Baptist Church of Mt. Ju- 2000 Charlotte Pike, Nash- Ruiz; and several nieces liet. She was also a mem- ville, TN 37203. Woody came to the shelter as a stray. and nephews. ber of the Village Women’s Arrangements by Bond He is very sweet and affectionate. A funeral service was Club. Mrs. Stewart was Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Woody loves to go on short walks held June 9, and burial fol- the daughter of the late Juliet Road and Weston several times a day and lay at your feet. lowed at Prosperity Ceme- Roy Powell and Beulah Mai Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. He is up to date on his vaccines but has tery. Edge Hackney. She was (615)773-2663. Obit Line tested positive for heartworms. He has Arrangements are under also preceded in death by (615)641-2663, www.bond- started his journey to recovery. Woody loves everyone and the direction of Jennings her husband, Clois Stew- memorial.com everything. Woody would do best with older children or an and Ayers Funeral Home art; Son, Douglas Stewart older couple, due to the heartworms. and Cremation, 820 South and sister, Mildred Webb. Woody’s heartworm treatment will be VAUGHN, Mary Sue sponsored by the shelter. Fields Please call the shelter at 615-773-5533 to schedule an appointment to meet Woody, or come during Advertise in The Chronicle Vaughn, Mary Sue Garage sales, help wanted, buy/sell/trade, Fields, age 88 of Hermitage, OPEN HOURS Tues–Thurs from 11:30-5:30. personals, lost pets... died June 9, 2018. Mrs. Mt. Juliet Animal Care & Control You name it, we’ll print it! Vaughn enjoyed sewing 115 Industrial Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 615-754-6111 or email ad to and quilting. She was the [email protected] daughter of the late James SPONSORED BY The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet has the widest distribution in Andrew and Mary Bell Ed- Affordable Wilson County, going out to 12,500 homes & businesses wards Fields. She was also every week and has remained a free publication preceded in death by her Veterinary for the 37 years it has been in business. Care See OBITS, PAGE 11 The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Page 11 From OBITS, PAGE 10 in Jonesboro, AR. Flowers accepted or Opioid abuse is taking Tennessean lives husband, William Gran- memorials may be made ville Vaughn; son, Charles in memory of Jeff to the Gary Vaughn; and broth- Grace Bible Fellowship, By Frank Daniels III 470 people were murdered, day supply, with daily dos- Guest Contributor ers, James, Thomas, 780H Nonaville Road, Mt. almost 16 percent more age amounts also limited. Clyde and Bobby Fields. Juliet, TN 37122. than in 2015. He asked that sentences be She is survived by: Visitation will be 4-6 The 2018 elections are But you won’t read digi- reduced for inmates who Daughter – Deborah (Milo) p.m. Wednesday at the shaping up. The filing tal signs or headlines about complete an intensive sub- Wright; Grandchildren – church. deadlines have passed, and the fact that in 2016 the stance use treatment pro- William Vaughn, Amber Arrangements by Bond most candidates are busy number of people who died gram. And he proposed up- Vaughn, Angela Wright, Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. raising money, spending from drug overdoses, pri- dated controlled substance Lindsay (Rob) Schultz, Juliet Road and Weston what they have already marily opioid overdoses, schedules to improve track- Ryan (Susan) Vaughn Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. raised and/or borrowed to was greater than the com- ing, monitoring and penal- and Andrew Wright; Eight (615)773-2663. Obit Line tell Tennesseans why they bined deaths from traffic ties for distribution of some Great-grandchildren; Spe- (615)641-2663, www. should vote for them and accidents and murder – controlled substances, par- cial niece and nephew – bondmemorial.com why they shouldn’t vote for 1,631 people died from a ticularly fentanyl. Dorothy (Bill) Cowan and those other folks. drug overdose in 2016. Taking a cue from the Thomas Fields. This year, for the first highway safety sign pro- Funeral services will WOOD, Jeneal time in decades, voters will A growing tragedy gram, the governor wants be conducted 10 a.m. not have an incumbent in The opioid crisis can be to increase education about Wednesday, June 13, either of the two statewide measured in many different substance abuse in Ten- 2018 at Bond Memorial elections. Gov. Bill Haslam ways, the excessive num- nessee schools and imple- Chapel. Interment will fol- is in the last year of his ber of prescriptions – Ten- ment a public awareness low at Woodlawn Memori- two-term limit, and Sen. nessee ranks 49th among campaign about the poten- al Park. Bob Corker has opted not the states in the number tial dangers of opioid use. Flowers accepted or to run for re-election. of opioid prescriptions per In August, President memorials may be made The 124-member news- person. Another grim sta- Donald Trump declared to Alive Hospice, 1718 papers of the Tennessee tistic is that almost 37,000 that the opioid crisis was “a Patterson Street, Nash- Press Association are work- different people were treat- national emergency,” and ville, TN 37203. ing together to present a ed at a Tennessee hospital hosted an “Opioid Summit” Bond Memorial Chap- forum for the major candi- for opioid substance abuse in March to formulate his el, N. Mt. Juliet Road and dates in the gubernatori- or poisoning in 2016. administration’s response. Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, al and senate races. Each But it is the rapid in- The president’s plan is gen- TN. (615)773-2663. Obit Jeneal S. Wood, age 95, month we are asking candi- crease in overdose deaths erally similar to the one Line (615)641-2663, www. formerly of Tullahoma, dates to briefly outline their that illustrates the tragic proposed by Haslam. bondmemorial.com went to be with the Lord position on a significant nature of opioid abuse. on June 9, 2018. She was challenge facing Tennessee. Since 2011 the number What will new leaders a member of First Baptist of people dying from a drug do? WEST, Jeffery Wayne Concord Church in Knox- Too many deaths overdose, almost all from Opioid abuse, murder, ville. Drive along Tennessee’s some form of opioids, has and traffic accidents domi- Jeffery Wayne West, age Preceded in death by busy Interstate highways increased a staggering 154 nate the headlines of pub- 53 of Brentwood, went to parents, Sherman and and you can’t miss the percent. Deaths in traffic lic safety and obscure the be with the Lord on Sun- Lora Smith; husband, signs warning drivers to accidents increased almost many moving parts that day, June 10, 2018. Jeff Ashton Wood; siblings, buckle up and drive safely 11 percent, and the num- must be addressed to im- was the first born child Merrell Smith, Lucille – emphasized reminders of ber of people murdered is prove the health and well- of George Thomas and Leming and Martha Lem- how many people lost their up 25 percent. being of Tennesseans, but Shirley Hendrix West. Jeff ing. lives on the state’s roads. these grim statistics are the loved the Lord and sought Survived by son, Doyle In 2016, traffic accidents Call for action visible part of the iceberg to serve and honor Him all (Linda) Wood; daughter, claimed the lives of 1,037 In his last budget, that give us warning. of his life. Jane (Jerry) Moats; grand- people, a nearly eight per- Haslam proposed a com- Frank Daniels is a writer He was preceded in children, Jenny McKin- cent increase over the pre- prehensive approach to living in Clarksville. A for- death by his father, ney, Amy Steger, Chris vious year. stemming the crisis, which mer editor, columnist and George West; son, Jef- Wood, Rebecca Vail, Ju- And when you read or he labeled TN Together: business executive, he is a fery Brett West; paternal lie Harlan, their spouses; watch the news headlines Ending the opioid crisis. member of the N.C. Jour- grandparents, Avery and and fourteen great-grand- each week you are certain The governor proposed nalism Hall of Fame. You Vivian Poff West and ma- children. to learn about another mur- that initial opioid prescrip- reach him at fdanielsiii@ ternal grandfather, Carl She leaves a legacy of der in our state. In 2016, tions be limited to a five- mac.com. Hendrix. her faithfulness and love He is survived by: for her Lord. Wife – Denice Harp West; A funeral service will be Mother – Shirley Hendrix held 1 p.m. Wednesday, West; Brother – Michael June 13, at Hillcrest Me- West; Sister – Dana West; morial Garden Chapel in Grandmother – Maggie Shelbyville, Tenn., with Marie Hendri; 4 Aunts, 1 burial to follow. Family Uncle; A host of cousins, will receive friends one nieces and nephews; In- hour before service. laws – James and Mary In lieu of flowers, do- Harp; A multitude of nations may be made to friends. Jeff was also the the Coffee County Re- loving guardian of Coty tired Teachers Scholar- Jake West and Chandler ship Fund, 306 Lake Cir- Brett West. cle Road, Tullahoma, TN Funeral services will be 37388. conducted 6 p.m. Wednes- Click Funeral Home day, June 13, at Grace Farragut Chapel 11915 Bible Fellowship, 755 N. Kingston Pike is serving Greenhill Road, Mt. Juliet, the Wood family. www. TN. Burial will be Friday, clickfh.com. 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There will be a public hearing concerning the budget at City Hall located at Silver earrings, sterling cuf- 2425 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet, Tn. on June 25, 2018 at 6:15 p.m. All citizens are welcome to participate. flinks, several sets of other The budget and all supporting data is a public record and are available for public inspection by anyone at the office of the Chief Municipal Financial Officer. cufflinks, tie tacks, mason- Data may be accessed electronically at http://mtjuliet-tn.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/67 ic pins. Shriners fez hat, GENERAL FUND CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND DEBT SERVICE FUND FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2018 FY 2019 highway patrol patches, Audited Estimated Proposed FY 2017 Audited Estimated Proposed FY 2017 Audited Estimated Proposed large set of Corelle ware, 10 Revenues: place setting of Lenox china Local Taxes $ 12,396,462 $ 13,283,211 $ 12,959,700 State of Tennessee 3,910,306 3,234,821 4,447,900 7,516,287 2,269,593 10,348,184 with serving pieces. Large Sale of Debt set of Dessert Rose china, Other Sources 3,472,220 3,778,235 3,214,400 5,033,130 125,000 20,103,887 1,604,890 1,127,159 1,334,884 full set of Christmas china Total Revenues $ 19,778,988 $ 20,296,267 $ 20,622,000 $ 12,549,417 $ 2,394,593 $ 30,452,071 $ 1,604,890 $ 1,127,159 $ 1,334,884 still in original box. Silver Expenditures: Salaries & Benefits $ 9,280,589 $ 10,414,262 $ 10,993,093 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - plated tea set, several oth- Other 8,122,762 6,335,020 26,402,611 9,521,801 2,950,162 33,682,565 1,600,148 1,288,322 1,334,884 er silver plated items. Large Total Expenditures $ 17,403,351 $ 16,749,283 $ 37,395,704 $ 9,521,801 $ 2,950,162 $ 33,682,565 $ 1,600,148 $ 1,288,322 $ 1,334,884 amount of old stamps, bags of costume jewelry, sever- Beginning Fund Balance $ 17,914,508 $ 20,290,145 $ 23,837,130 $ 3,049,426 $ 6,077,042 $ 5,521,474 $ 259,684 $ 264,426 $ 103,263 al pieces of brass. Multiple Ending Fund Balance** $ 20,290,145 $ 23,837,130 $ 7,063,426 $ 6,077,042 $ 5,521,473 $ 2,290,980 $ 264,426 $ 103,263 $ 103,263 Number of FTE Employees 129 133 138 0 0 0 0 0 0 prints by Ralph McDonald and Michael Sloan, Tennes- STATE STREET AID FUND DRUG FUND EMERGENCY/COMMUNITY SERVICES see Vol’s prints. World War FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2018 FY 2019 Audited Estimated Proposed FY 2017 Audited Estimated Proposed FY 2017 Audited Estimated Proposed 11 Navy uniforms. Large Revenues: selection of fishing poles Local Taxes $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,684,781 $ 1,829,000 $ 1,929,719 and tackle boxes. Old hot State of Tennessee $ - $ - $ - $ 1,600 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - wheels cars made in En- Federal Government 74,105 62,991 75,000 - - - Other Sources 1,125,780 1,035,487 1,330,781 43,347 9,275 200 177,863 237,548 108,500 gland, Craftsman tool box Total Revenues $ 1,125,780 $ 1,035,487 $ 1,330,781 $ 119,052 $ 72,266 $ 75,200 $ 1,862,644 $ 2,066,548 $ 2,038,219 and tools, bike, lamps, pots Expenditures: and pans, crystal glass- Salaries $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 1,496,213 $ 1,770,141 $ 1,917,474 ware. ALL SILVER WILL Other 1,259,669 1,347,365 1,465,000 155,619 156,085 80,150 704,062 1,001,978 733,650 NOT BE AT HOME TIL DAY Total Expenditures $ 1,259,669 $ 1,347,365 $ 1,465,000 $ 155,619 $ 156,085 $ 80,150 $ 2,200,275 $ 2,772,119 $ 2,651,124 OF SALE. CASH ONLY !!! Beginning Fund Balance $ 604,986 $ 471,097 $ 159,220 $ 388,084 $ 351,517 $ 267,698 $ 2,454,304 $ 2,116,673 $ 1,411,102 N CREDIT CARDS !!! NO Ending Fund Balance $ 471,097 $ 159,220 $ 25,001 $ 351,517 $ 267,698 $ 262,748 $ 2,116,673 $ 1,411,102 $ 798,196 CHECKS !!! 204 Belenda Number of FTE Employees 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 23 23 ** Some portions of Fund Balance are restricted and are not available for Current Expenditures Dr. Hermitage, Tn 37076 The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Page 13 CLASSIFIEDS Concert offers evening FOR RENT FOR RENT INSURANCE of uplifting music

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By Becky Andrews manufactured, there’s just Wilson Living Magazine so many side effects. Why can’t scientists No one told me this create a replacement hor- about getting older. At this mone that causes weight stage in life, I assumed loss, elation, and clear (and we all know what that skin? means) I’d paid my pen- Why do I have to wait ance. So far, I’ve paid a weeks for hormone re- hefty price. placement therapy to 1. Monthly reminders work? that I’m a woman. Why is it easier to create 2. Cramps accompanied a car that drives itself? by splitting headaches and My mood swings have four extra pounds every become a thing of beau- one of those months. ty and by beauty, I mean, 3. Pregnancy — I loved they SUCK! Ask my kids being pregnant. A little too and husband. much. I gained 80 pounds Husband: “Are you OK? with my oldest. Why are you crying?” 4. Stretch marks — in- Me: “Why are you so evitable after an extra 80 obsessed with me?! I’m pounds. so bloated. I love you. I’m 5. A fun little treat called hungry.” a perineum tear. There’s good news And finally, dealing with though. During one of my the aftermath of emotions late night Google search after childbirth. Not to sessions, I found out that mention all that weight I all of this is preparing me had to lose afterwards. for the real thing. Because “The change” was sup- calls and difficulty losing ing for 10 on-campus I immediately Google, of all this intense prep posed to be a light at the weight. I guess it’s one of parking tickets so I could “heart attack symptoms.” work, “the change” may end of the tunnel. I’m not those things you must ex- register for classes kind of And because I have the at- not be as hard on me or quite there yet, but it’s perience to take it serious- qualifies as an emergency. tention span of a squirrel my family. knocking on my door. ly. I’m convinced that if Dom- on red bull, I immediately In the meantime, these It’s bad enough it knocks It’s like when my par- inos didn’t accept credit change my Google search lovely symptoms are mak- on my door between 2 and ents tried to warn me that cards, it would not have to “how to lose 10 pounds ing for great stories my 4 a.m. by dumping a buck- I might not be ready for taken me so long to pay in one week.” No matter children and husband et of tepid sweat on top of the responsibility of hav- that stupid credit card off! what I try, I can’t seem can share with each oth- me, but it also reminds ing a credit card my fresh- So, right now it’s 3 a.m. to get rid of the weight er. They just have to make me that I should be more man year in college. “You I woke up and noticed my I gained this winter. To sure I’m not within ear worried about the environ- should pay it off every sin- heart was fluttering. Not be fair, it’s not that diets shot when they do. ment or something equally gle month. DO NOT pur- in the cute “butterfly” way. don’t work for me any lon- Comments? (NOT sug- as random. chase something you can’t Fluttering like I’m getting ger. It’s that my willpower, gestions on which essen- I don’t know why I’m already pay cash for. For ready to go down the first along with my memory, tial oil, whole/raw food/ shocked I didn’t expect emergency use only. Don’t hill of the world’s tallest have exited stage left. vegan diet will keep peri- how this would go down. carry a balance!” and fastest roller coaster I’ve thought about hor- menopause symptoms at A few friends mentioned But what did they know, and my seatbelt won’t fas- mone replacements. Like bay.) email becky@wilson- late-night sweaty wakeup right? And to be fair, pay- ten. any treatment, natural or livingmagazine.com.

From F & M, PAGE 6 ishes us to “not neglect love for the Lord to make to meet together, as is the you a part of their fami- er. habit of some.” ly. Abundant Life Church It doesn’t really make Almost no one can be is certainly one of them, any difference to me if in attendance each time a but I am not so dense as you gather on Sunday, particular body of believ- to think that everyone Friday, or any other day ers gather, but the desire I meet should come to Cleanings | Crowns of the week. I know of one to be an active part should our church. I have often Veneers Invisalign church in Chicago that cause us to want to join helped people become a Root Canals meets only on Wednes- with our brothers and sis- part of another church, day night. And yet, this ters in Christ whenever because the apostle Paul Oral Surgery church has more than 40 we have the occasion. writes “God has placed So, my encouragement each one of the members Dr Darren oser Cosmetic Dentistry outreach ministries in the D.D.S. city. to you would be to first of in one body just as He Bridges I hope you are seeing a all ask God (if you don’t wanted.” on es e pattern here. We are not already know) where it is And if you know where hrs ri gathering to meet some that He would plant you it is the Father has placed Walk-Ins Welcome quota. But we are gather- in a local organic body of you, be a faithful member Most insurance plans accepted! ing together to encourage followers of Jesus Christ. of that spiritual family and motivate one another There are a lot of really and make it your custom 615-754-6677 as the writer of Hebrews good churches in the Mt. to gather with God’s peo- Dr ob rcher 631 S. Mt. Juliet Rd. Mt. Juliet writes when he admon- Juliet area that would ple. D.D.S. Proience hoin ener near Pbli The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, JUNE 13, 2018 Page 15 From ANSWERS, PAGE 4 up our state, especially in our crimes being committed by sponse, by increasing civil that the Japanese do, for ex- rural areas. There has been and against our young peo- and criminal penalties for ample. Tennessee is an out- a push in the legislature this ple. bad actors and authorizing lier in America. We have the • Supporting law enforce- year to address this crisis, As governor I will work vital funding. I will continue third highest legal opioid use ment to arrest those who are and while I back those efforts, with law enforcement to to work towards a systemic of any state. profiting I do not believe that they go make sure illegal, unlicensed solution that involves tougher Here’s the thing: Tennes- • Eliminating over-pre- far enough. guns are off our streets. penalties on the distribution see is awash in opioids, and scription of narcotics The governor proposed a of illicit opioids and engages these are not illegal drugs As Mayor of Nashville, plan, committing $30 mil- the community in prevention from Mexico or China being public safety was one of my U.S. Senate lion to combating opioids. and recovery efforts. pushed by some shady drug top priorities and that was re- Less than half of that mon- Additionally, we are work- dealer. Every one of these flected in the city’s operating Marsha Blackburn (R) ey comes from state funds. Public safety is one of gov- ing to prevent horrific at- pills was manufactured by a budget. Even when other de- There are individual hospitals ernment’s foremost respon- tacks involving gun violence. legal, regulated pharmaceuti- partments were being cut due that have committed more sibilities, and it requires the I recently participated in a cal laboratory. And every one to the recession, we protect- funding to opioids. If our state federal, state and local gov- bipartisan discussion at the of them was prescribed by a ed funding for public safety. had expanded Medicaid, we ernment to work hand in White House, where I raised physician who is properly li- Over my eight years in office, would have additional funds hand. In Tennessee, we are concerns that Tennesseans censed right here in America. we increased the Metro Nash- for opioids and methamphet- blessed with an exceptional had brought to me about our We should of course de- ville Police Department’s bud- amine issues, especially in law enforcement community. mental health system and vi- mand responsibility from get. We also invested millions the aforementioned rural ar- In meeting with and listening olence in our culture. I know pharmaceutical companies in building new precincts and eas. Tennessee has had more to them, they expressed their we can protect our citizens who manufacture and push our city’s own crime lab. We per capita hospital closures concern with not only opioids in public spaces, while safe- these drugs. also increased the number than any other state, almost but also with the resurgence guarding our Second Amend- But remember that Ten- of police officers. In return, all in our rural counties. of meth, heroin and cocaine ment rights, and I am com- nesseans don’t get a bottle of overall major crime was down Open hospitals offer more op- in our communities. mitted to that goal. pills until a physician writes when I left office than when portunities for treatment for As a mother and friend, I a prescription. Tennessee’s my first term began, includ- opioid addiction. am gravely concerned about physicians need to step up ing record low homicide num- Philip Bredesen (D) Methamphetamine is a the opioid crisis. In Tennes- Opioid Crisis Rx: Personal and take some personal re- bers in 2013 and 2014. problem not just from its use see alone, at least three peo- Responsibility sponsibility if we are ever go- Our government’s No. 1 but also from its creation. It ple die from an opioid-related It’s no secret that we have ing to beat this. Patients don’t job is to keep people safe, and can be created from just a few overdose each day, and that an opioid crisis in Tennessee, know the ups and downs of so as governor, public safety ingredients that can be easily does not include the Tennes- and there is no shortage of these powerful drugs; that’s would be a priority. I would be found, and it ruins the homes seans who have had their recommendations to address what doctors do. There are willing to have tough conver- it is created in and is very lives destroyed by addiction. it. Most of them include the evidence-based standards for sations across party lines to harmful to children. Educa- I have long worked to fight word “billions”: billions of dol- when and in what quantities see what we can agree on in tion and prevention is key. the opioid epidemic and other lars for research, billions for opioid prescriptions are ap- this state as it relates to gun We have slowed the growth drug abuse, including the rise mental health services, bil- propriate. If a physician reg- safety and move from there to of meth somewhat with road- of methamphetamine use. In lions for law enforcement. ularly prescribes outside of help keep our children and blocks at our pharmacies, the State Senate, I fought for But there’s another ap- these standards, and patients families safe. We should be but more must be done, as drug courts and treatment proach that costs little and become addicted, shouldn’t working to keep guns out of law enforcement is being programs and partnered with is far more humane: stem that physician bear a part of the hands of dangerous peo- overwhelmed. law enforcement and prose- the flow on the front end by the responsibility? ple. Gun violence is increasing. cutors to ensure they had the demanding more personal Congress can, and prob- Additionally, I would be in Not only are mass shootings necessary tools. In Congress, responsibility from everyone ably will, spend billions on support of a ban on bump fire on the rise — which have I supported the Comprehen- involved in getting these pills this. The truth of the matter stocks, and we need to look driven our children into the sive Addiction and Recovery into Tennessee medicine cab- though is that change will at the age limit for purchas- streets in protest — but the Act and the 21st Century inets. only come when everyone in- ing an assault weapon. There numbers of gun crimes oc- Cures Act; both bills took ma- America is an outlier volved in getting these drugs are public safety reasons why curring in our state have in- jor steps to combat the opioid among nations in the volume into our medicine cabinets is you can’t buy alcohol until creased as well. According epidemic by supporting pre- of opioids that are legally pre- forced to take some personal you’re 21, and those same to the Tennessee Bureau of vention, treatment, and re- scribed. We consume legal responsibility for what hap- public safety reasons logically Investigation, gun crimes covery programs that proved opioids at 30 times the rate pens. apply to purchasing an as- have increased 25 percent effective. sault weapon. in the past four years. More Earlier this year, I intro- firearms are being stolen and duced the Comprehensive Craig Fitzhugh (D) those guns are being used to Addiction and Recovery Act FREE CAR WASH The opioid and metham- commit crimes. We are also 2.0 to further strengthen phetamine crisis is tearing

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Staff Reports gan working in the property ery citizen will invest in real assessor’s office. Her duties property at some point in Jackie Murphy, a lifelong were deed transfers, green- their lives. Most of the time, it resident of Wilson County, is belt applications for farmers, will be the largest investment currently working in the Reg- exemption of property such these citizens ever make. ister of Deeds office under as churches, prorations and Therefore, the integrity of retiring John “Bev” Spickard. sales ratios for state depart- these records as far back as Mr. Spickard has been the ment of property assessment. 1796 is extremely important. register for 20 years. With his In 2016, with her knowl- The Register of Deeds of- decision to step down and edge and experience of coun- fice took in 9 million dollars his endorsement, Murphy is ty deeds, she began working last fiscal year. This includes proud to run as a candidate for Bev Spickard in the Regis- approximately 8 million dol- for the Wilson County Regis- ter of Deeds office and adapt- lars of mortgage and convey- ter of Deeds. ed to the responsibilities and ance taxes that are collected She is a 1980 graduate of tasks at hand. Her duties for the state of Tennessee Mt. Juliet High School. She include recording various and various recording fees earned a certified public ad- documents, (paper and elec- that are retained at the coun- ministrator certificate from tronic) such as deeds, trust ty level. The office retains a the University of Tennessee deeds and plats, accounts commission for handling the in 2008. She is a member of receivable, billing, set up web state taxes. The office needs the Lebanon Senior Citizens, accounts, processing payroll an experienced and knowl- Cedars Seniors, Lebanon and assisting customers. edgeable manager to oversee Chamber of Commerce, Wil- Murphy said it is her pas- the operations of the office. son County Gardeners Guild, sion to serve the citizens of Murphy said with her the Mt. Juliet/West Wilson Wilson County by providing proven history and work eth- Lions Club and TSU Alumni excellent customer service ic, she have no doubt she Association Wilson County and the latest technology will serve Wilson County as chapter. available and that she will they so deserve. She is the In 1983, she worked in take time and interest to help candidate with 11 years’ ex- her family business (J&M every customer in order to perience, is hard working Photo submitted Machine) for 24 years as the meet their needs. and plans to keep the office office manager. She was over The Register of Deeds is running smoothly during the to keep it that way. vide prompt, courteous and 8-15 employees and was re- a constitutional office estab- transition. She said it would be a efficient customer service. sponsible for all accounting lished by the Tennessee State She believes in leading by great privilege to be entrust- She is asking you to sup- functions and related busi- Legislature as a custodian of example, not following by ex- ed by the voters to maintain port her by voting Jackie ness decisions. legal documents pertaining ample. They have a profes- and protect the land records Murphy for Register of Deeds In January 2007, she be- to real property. Nearly ev- sional office and she intends of this county. She will pro- on Aug. 2.

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