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of Mt. Juliet

November 25, 2009

Number 46

You Heard it First

SCE student teacher returns from tour in Iraq

Happy Thanksgiving

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New outbreak of thefts hit Lebanon Road area Page 3

Wreck involving MJ school bus kills one Page 11

A special Thanksgiving message from MJ businesses Inside

The pre-school classes at Mt. Juliet Christian Academy held a baby item donation drive to benefit the Mt. Juliet Help Center recently and gathered over 120 items for children in less fortunate families in the area. Pictured seated with the donations is Carolyn Duggan, Help Center director. Mrs. Jenny Bess Hibbett, pre-school director, said the seven classes also garnered a large amount of monetary donations. “The children were so happy to bring baby things,” Mrs. Hibbett said, “and we are all happy to help.” ~ Photo by Tomi L. Wiley

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Submitted Cheryl Hephner is currently a student teacher at Stoner Creek Elementary School. She attends school at Tennessee Technological University. Before going to school to be a teacher Cheryl was a United States Marine. She served from June 2003 to April 2007. While in the Marines Cheryl was stationed with the 2nd Marine Division, Headquarters Battalion. Cheryl also served six months in Iraq. While in Iraq, Cheryl

was in charge of vehicle and facilities requests along with billeting. Cheryl also drove a 7-ton and a dump truck for convoys. She got out of the Marines as a Corporal. Before getting out of the Marines Cheryl started taking basic classes towards her teaching degree. She has been working hard towards getting her teaching degree and will graduate in December from Tennessee Technological University. Cheryl decided to teach because she loves children and wants to do anything

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that she possibly can to help the future of America. While doing her student teaching at Stoner Creek Elementary in Mt. Juliet, Cheryl worked in a kindergarten class and is now finishing her student teaching in a 3rd grade class. Cheryl was nice enough to share her experiences with the 3rd grade class on Veterans Day. She even wore her dress blues. She shared pictures, awards, experiences, and answered any questions the children had.

MJHS Baseball Training Camp will be held Friday, December 4, at Mt. Juliet High School and the indoor baseball hitting facility. The camp will be run by Coach Mark Purvis, assistant coaches, varsity players and college players (former MJHS players). Camp will cover all fundamentals: pitching, hitting, defense, base running and game situations. Dinner will be provided. Concessions will also be open if campers would like to purchase snacks.Whatto bring:shorts, t-shirt, sweats, ball cap, 1 glove, 1 bat turf or tennis shoes (no cleats), sleeping bag (for overnighters), money for snacks. Make sure your name is on all items. All pickup will be at the South Side of the Main Building at 11 p.m. or 7 a.m. Parents will be given a ticket, you must have that ticket to pick up your child. For more information contact Michelle Osborn at 615-477-2608 or email [email protected].

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New outbreak of thefts hits Lebanon Road area By Tomi L. Wiley Managing Editor A new rash of robberies has hit Mt. Juliet car lots recently, authorities said Monday, with thieves snatching an important piece from vehicles: the catalytic converter. Mt. Juliet Police

Chief Andy Garrett said Monday that several catalytic converters, which is a device used to reduce the toxicity of emissions from an internal combustion engine, have been reported stolen from used car lots along Lebanon Road in recent weeks. Garrett said that the converters contain

platinum and titanium, both expensive and salable items. “It’s an issue right now, but we’re on it,” Garrett said. “People will do just about anything these days for money, this just proves that. Car owners and dealers just need to know about it, and be on the lookout.”

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On Sunday, November 29, at 11 a.m. Bro. W.L. Baker will once again preach for the Silver Springs Baptist Church, which meets on Lebanon Road at Benders Ferry, Mt. Juliet. Bro. Baker will turn 102 years old on August 3, 2010. Worshipers will note that Bro. Baker has tremendous communication skills to this day and wisdom and insight that flows from his many years, observations, and experiences in life. Russ Stephens, pastor of the Silver Springs Church invites the general public to come and hear from one who has not only lived a long time, but who gives the Lord all the credit for his life and abilities. The church building is handicap accessible and a nursery is available for children under three. For more information, call the church office, 758-7853 or visit www. silverspringsbaptist. com. The church will also have its normal 8:30 a.m. worship service also. Pastor Stephens will preach in that service a message entitled, “Forgiving Those Who Have Hurt Us.” Bro. Baker was born August 3, 1908, in New Middleton, TN. His father decided to move his wife and three sons to a farm on

North Cumberland Street so the boys could attend Lebanon High School and Cumberland University. After retirement, Bro. Baker continues to be busy in ministry. He has served twenty-eight mid-state churches as interim pastor, as well as the Wilson County Baptist Association as interim director. He preaches every first Sunday night of the month at Dry Creek Baptist Church, in DeKalb County and local churches continue to call on him to be their pulpit guest. Bro. Baker continues to drive, tend his yard, and garden. He is involved in the Lebanon area and has been honored by the Wilson County Fair and this past spring was the macebearer for the 166th Commencement ceremony at Cumberland. Bro. Baker is known for deep wisdom and insight into Scripture. Many people also have heard him recite from memory, Jesus’ “Sermon on the Mount.” Bro. Baker has had two “companions,” as he refers to his wives, in life and ministry. Bonnie Anderson Baker died of cancer in 1952. From their union came Bro. Baker’s only child, his devoted daughter, Ann Sloan. His second wife, Olive also succumbed to cancer in 1982.

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MJ animal shelter celebrates one year with ‘bash’

“He Took Five Loaves and Two Fish Looked up into the sky And asked God’s Blessing on the Meal”

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You’ve heard of pet parents throwing birthday parties for their four-legged friends, so it’s only natural that the animal shelter often referred to as one of the very best in the state get its own birthday celebration after a full year of successful operation and adoptions. The Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter will host its first Birthday Bash on Saturday, December 5, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Bring your pet for Father Kibby’s blessing of the animals at 11 a.m. “Honorary Volunteer Guest” Vicki Yates, with News Channel 5, will be there to help celebrate the first year of this volunteer-run effort. The birthday bash will include door prizes every 10 minutes, face painting, birthday cake, music/DJ, and a silent auction for custom built dog houses – part of a Habitat for Hounds project. Did you know that dogs can get hypothermia, too? Without appropriate shelter, prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures can lead to hypothermia, frost bite or death in outdoor pets. In preparation for the cold

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This custom-built doghouse was built by the gang at John Deere of Mt. Juliet. Other doghouses like this one will be available to bid on at the birthday bash on Saturday, December 5. ~ Photo submitted season, Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter is sponsoring their first annual Habitat for Hounds Contest. You can build small, medium, large, or extra large all-wood houses with wood flooring and shingled roofs: the style is up to you. The deadline to turn in houses, which should be delivered to the Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter at 115 Industrial Drive, is December 1. Once entries have been judged, all the houses will be available for bid through a silent auction, with all proceeds going to the Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter Benefit Fund. “This is a fun way for people to get active, creative, and involved with the animal shelter,” said Susan Tant, event coordinator. “Individuals, families, even businesses can get together and build something for a great cause.”

Anyone interested in building and donating a custom dog house to benefit the Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter may contact Susan Tant at 615-429-5079 or Beverly Way at 615-812-9980. Also available for purchase during the birthday bash will include 2010 Shelter Calendars, homemade dog treats, micro-chipping, rabies shots and pictures of you and your pet with Santa. Dogs and cats will also be available for adoption. Since December 13, 2008, the animal shelter has taken in 642 animals and has successfully place 577 of them. For more information and for a list of items you can bring as a “birthday gift” from the animals’ wish list, call the shelter at 615-7735533.

Wilmore to sit as MJ Christmas parade Grand Marshall A celebrated astronaut and former Mt. Juliet resident will take center stage here on Saturday, December 12, when he heads up the city’s annual Christmas Parade, officials confirmed last week. Mt. Juliet High School alum Barry “Butch” Wilmore, who shot into space on the shuttle Atlantis on Monday, November 16, is set to be the Grand Marshall of the Mt. Juliet Christmas Parade, set to begin at 11 a.m. on December 12. “We hoped he’d be able to make it, but couldn’t confirm it completely with his family and NASA until this past week,” noted Mt. Juliet Parks Department Events Coordinator Taylor Bates. “We’re thrilled and proud to have him as our Grand Marshall.” The parade will launch at West Wilson Middle School, travel up N. Mt. Juliet Road, and end on Division Street. For more information call 615-7586522.

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Planning commission takes a ‘stand’ on variance issues

needed in order to better coordinate the guidelines with other more specific references, such as the TN Department of Reservation, which is utilized regularly. Planning Commission Chair Jay Cameli motioned for approval of the newly updated guidelines, Lori Landry seconded, and the amendment was unanimously approved. The staff recommended that the Development Letter of Credit for the Hickory Hills Phase 3 Section 3 be released. Commission Vice Chair Luke Winchester made a motion to approve, Art Giles seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Jeff Anderson, a representative from the Environmental Science Corporation, went before the Commission to request a waiver of the Commercial Design Standards for the type of material used on the rear façade of one of the buildings located on their campus. In August of 2008, Environmental Science submitted a Campus Expansion Site Plan for the addition of this building and during the submittal process the owners were made aware of Design Standards for Commercial Structures. The Design Standards state that commercial buildings which are visible from a public street are required to have

Steve Abbott of Abbott and Sons (Clairrene’s Treasures) located at 11907 Lebanon Road, went before the commission to also request a waiver of the Commercial Design Standards, for the type of material used to enclose a roof covered area. The building predates the current Zoning Ordinance, which is zoned under (CG) Commercial Zoning. The entire façade of the building is metal and Abbott would like to enclose the attached covered area to make the building more aesthetically pleasing. The new design would consist of metal siding to match the existing building front, metal French doors on the front, three metal garage doors on the east side to match the garage door on the main building, and new landscaping lining the store frontage on Lebanon Road. The staff recommended approval of the request as long as the following conditions were met; landscaping installed as proposed during the meeting, in a L-shaped fashion along the store frontage and back along the west side of the outdoor display area, strip and configure parking spaces to comply with the zoning ordinances. Winchester noted that Clairrene’s Treasures “compliments our city,” and motioned for

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The November 19 Planning Commission meeting was called to order almost thirty minutes late Thursday night, because of an emergency at the Wilson Bank and Trust. Though the meeting got started late, the agenda that was set to go before the commission short and sweet. Mt. Juliet City Engineer Marlin Keel offered the revised Stormwater Design Guidelines before the Commission for approval. The Guidelines, under Appendix C in Subdivision Regulations, were first reviewed by the Commission in 2002 and again in 2004 and have not been updated since. Keel noted that it was not a complete rewrite, but rather an update that was

a minimum of 70% brick and stone on the façade facing the public street and 50% on all other facades. Facades not visible from the public street are required to be comprised of a minimum of 50% brick/stone. During a follow up inspection of the new building, the staff found that the three sides of the structure were up to standards, while the rear of the building consisted of the original siding only. Landry stated that she “has a problem with begging for forgiveness, rather than asking for permission beforehand.” Cameli said the commission should “take a stand” and motioned for disapproval of the waiver, Landry seconded, all else disapproved except Luke Winchester, who abstained on the item.

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Obituaries GLASSFORD, Raymond J. Raymond J. Glassford, age 72, of Mt. Juliet, TN died Monday, November 23, 2009. Mr. Glassford was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church where he taught Sunday School and was a Elder for many years. He was the son of the late, Herbert R. and Beatrice Bade Glassford. Mr. Glassford was also preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Jane E. Glassford and his sister, Ruth Glassford McCloud. He is survived by brother, Earl W. Glassford; daughters, Dianne (Rick) McNeese, Debbie (Michael) Freeman, Denise Smith, Dee (Jeff) Brock and Darlene (Anthony) Windsor; grandchildren, Ricky and Crystal McNeese, Tracy Mayhew, Raymond, Michael, Joseph and Katherine Freeman, Joshua and Parker Smith, Chris and Logan Brock and Amanda and Aidan Windsor; great-grandchildren, Caley Cook, Jules and Bryce Mayhew and Taft Freeman. Funeral services will be conducted 9 a.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 1003 Hickory Hill Lane, Hermitage, TN with Pastor Keith Enko officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow at 11 a.m. at Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Mid South Chapter, 4205 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 216, Nashville, TN 37215. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615)773-2663. Obit Line (615)641-2663, www. bondmemorial.com LEE, Dorothy Evans Dorothy Evans Lee passed away on November 23, 2009 at age 83. Born in England, Arkansas, she attended Tennessee College for Women where she was a member of the Wandering Minstrels and served as the president of her Sophomore Class. She also attended Cumberland University until her marriage in 1947. She was Secretary to the Dean of Admissions at Cumberland University for twenty years. She was a member of West Haven Baptist Church and former Member of First Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents, Reverend Fred T. Evans and Stella Evans, husband Robert Ewell Lee, and son David Allen Lee. Survivors include sons: Robert Evans (Lucy) Lee and John Mark Lee of Lebanon; grandchildren: Susan (Greg) Bennett of Ft. Myers FL, Rebecca (Scott) Walker of Lebanon, David Lee, Michael Lee, and Robert Lee, all of Lebanon; and sister: Marjorie Mann of Nacogdoches TX. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at Sellars Funeral Home in Lebanon TN, with Dr. Jonathan Richerson officiating. Interment in Wilson County Memorial Gardens will immediately follow the service. The family will receive friends from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009 and on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the service begins. Pallbearers: David Lee, Michael Lee, Robert Lee, Scott Walker, Jimmy Harper, Greg Bennett, Elmer Richerson. Honorary Pallbearers: Joy Sunday School Class of West Haven Baptist Church, The Donnell Class of First Baptist Church, friends and neighbors of Summer Place Community and Attorneys and Staff of Lee and Lee Attorneys at Law. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Haven Baptist Church Building Fund. Sellars Funeral Home, 313 W. Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon TN, 615.444.9393. Obits 615.758.8818. PLEMONS, Tasha Danielle Tasha Danielle Plemons, of Mt Juliet passed away November 9, 2009, at the age of 28. She was preceded in death by her mother, Norma Landrum Plemons and grandparents, Mary Brown and Retha Ranard. She is survived by her father, Jim Plemons; step-mother, Renee Plemons; brothers, Chris Plemons and Jimmy O’Nell; sisters, Crystal Allen and Kelly Connor; 2 step-brothers; grandparents, Kelly Brown and Bob Ranard; aunt, Linda Racy; uncle, Shawn (Heral) Landrum; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and her loving nurses. Funeral services for Miss Plemons were Thursday, November 12, at Sellars Funeral Home at Mt. Juliet with Bro. Robert McFarland officiating. Arrangements by Sellars Funeral Home at Mt. Juliet, 2250 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122, 615-758-5459, Obituary Line 615-7588818, www.sellarsfuneralservices.com STEELMAN, Sr., Winston F. Winston F. Steelman, Sr., age 67 of Mt. Juliet passed away November 18, 2009. Mr. Steelman was a hospital estimator for 35 years. He was a master craftsman and avid outdoorsman. He was a great husband, father, and grandfather. Mr. Steelman was preceded in death by son, Frank Steelman and brother, Richard Carlin Steelman. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Elaine Steelman; children, Stacey (Curtis) McLaughlin, Mandy (Randy) Hood, and Barry (Victoria) Steelman; daughter-in-law, Ronda Steelman Gugenheim; mother, Geneva Seagraves Brady; sisters, Doris Verble and Deanna (Johnny) Smith; brother, Marvin (Kathy) Steelman; grandchildren, Cody Steelman, Winston Steelman, III, Parkker Barron, Shelby Gray, Alex McLaughlin, Jesse Steelman, Rebecca Steelman, Peyton Gray, Briggs Ashworth, Jake Hood & Claire Hood. Funeral services were Saturday, November 21, at 2 p.m. at Sellars at Mt. Juliet with Bro. Russ Stephens. Interment followed the service at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens with grandsons and sons-in-law serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Marvin Steelman and James Duschek. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Arrangements by SELLARS AT MT. JULIET, 2250 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. 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Mt. Juliet Senior Center Senior Health Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, January 20, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. If you are interested in participating, please contact Donna Stephens or Ruth Boner at the Center (615-758-9114). Tables will be provided. Space is limited, so please respond early.

Harper pens with Vanderbilt University

Mt. Juliet High School’s Jake Harper officially signed with Vanderbilt University to play baseball on Thursday, November 19. Pictured from left to right, back row, are: MJHS Principal Mel Brown, Coach Mark Purvis, and Asst. Coach Josh Johnston. Front row, left to right, are: grandpa, Art Chojnacki, grandmother, Pat Chojnacki, father, Johnny Harper, Jake Harper, mother, Shari Harper, grandmother, Mary Harper, and sister, Emily Harper. Jake was All District 9AAA in 2008-2009, All Region 5AAA in 2009, and is a three-year starter. Jake will pitch for Vanderbilt. ~ Photo by Tonya Hinesley The Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter is close to full capacity. Shelter employees are working hard to find homes for the animals, especially the 10 new puppies that have recently arrived. The shelter is having a “door buster” sale this weekend and waiving all adoption fees, which are normally $75. The sale will be November 27, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., November 28, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., and November 29, from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Mt. Juliet Animal Shelter is located at 115 Industrial Drive, call (615) 773-5533, or check out the animals online at cityofmtjuliet.org/ animalcontrol.cfm.

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Mt. Juliet High School’s Ethan Gross officially signed with the University of Memphis to play baseball on Thursday, November 19. Back row left to right: MJHS Principal Mel Brown, Coach Mark Purvis, Asst. Coach Josh Johnston. Front row left to right, father Rick Gross, Ethan Gross, mother Teresa Gross, and Fay “Nana” Rollins (Ethan’s grandmother). Ethan was All District 9AAA in 2008-2009, All Region 5AAA in 2009, and has been a four-year starter. Ethan will play short stop for the University of Memphis. ~ Photo by Tonya Hinesley

Coming Soon

15th annual production of

In Bethlehem Inn Produced by special arrangement with Contemporary Drama Service

What it could have been like if you were a guest in the Bethlehem Inn the night Jesus was born. Directed by: Cathy Postell

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December 2-5

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Performances at 6:30 p.m. each evening and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday Performed by Members of

Silver Springs Baptist Church Lebanon Road (Highway 70) @ Benders Ferry Mt. Juliet, TN Russ Stephens, pastor Two Ways to Make Reservations and to Get More Information Beginning: October 1, 2009 Make Reservations Early as each Performance is Full Every Year

Phone: 641-0280 (24 hour answering service) Website: www.silverspringsbaptist.com x Tour the Streets of Bethlehem x Visit the Stable x Your stay at the inn includes a first century type meal Admission is free—No offerings will be received Can goods will be collected for the Mt. Juliet Help Center A Nursery is provided by reservation for children up to three years old (Silent pagers are issued to parents) Handicap accessible

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Plenty of lighted parking

If you are from outside of Nashville, what a great day trip? *Less than 30 minutes from Opry Mills and other Nashville attractions *Less than 20 minutes to Lebanon’s Prime Outlet Mall

The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, November 25, 2009, Page 11

Tallent’s request for new trial pushed to early February By Tomi L. Wiley Managing Editor A court hearing date for the woman convicted for killing a Mt. Juliet police officer and a Wilson County Sheriff’s Department officer was postponed last week, with officials saying Tuesday that another “tentative” date has been set for early February, 2010. Fallon Tallent was convicted in July 2004 for the deaths of Mt. Juliet Police Sgt. Jerry Mundy and Wilson County Sheriff’s Deputy John Musice on July 9, 2003. Tallent, driving a stolen Mercedes from Knoxville to Nashville to visit her parole officer, led police on a high speed chase from Knoxville on I-40, which ended near the Mt. Juliet exit where

Mundy and Musice were laying spike strips to stop her. Tallent was found

guilty of first degree murder and sentenced to two consecutive life sentences. The Maryville woman, who was 21 when she struck and killed the

School bus hit from behind, kills one

two officers, was in Lebanon last week for a hearing to request a new trial, claiming she had in effective counsel. The post conviction relief petition was postponed on Thursday, however, and rescheduled, tentatively, for February 5, according to Wilson County Court Clerk Linda Neal. “That date is not set in stone,” Neal added. Tallent’s right to petition for a new trial is protected under her Sixth Amendment rights. Legal officials stated that she will probably try to prove that some part of the original trial violated her civil rights. Tallent is set to appear in court in Lebanon, in the Wilson County Judicial Center or in the Musice facility on High Street, named after the slain officer.

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DR. FRED DAVIS & ASSOCIATES A school bus carrying students from West Elementary School in Mt. Juliet was hit from behind while letting children off the bus on Bates Road, off Hwy 109, around 3 p.m. Tuesday. According to Tennessee Highway Patrol officials, a Dodge pickup truck hit the school bus, which still had six children aboard. None of the children were injured, but the driver of the truck was killed, and the passenger was taken to the hospital. The identities of the driver and passenger had not been released as of press time Tuesday, awaiting notification of the family of the deceased. Officials also did not have a reason for the wreck as of press time Tuesday. For more information visit www. tcomj.com as updates are posted. ~ Photo by Tomi L. Wiley

Registration is underway for the Mt. Juliet YMCA at the Valley Center’s 2nd Annual Frosty 5K Dustan Gammon Memorial Run/Walk on Saturday, December 5. The race begins at 9 a.m. at the YMCA at 1315 North Mt. Juliet Road. The race course will wind through Mt. Juliet and end back at the Y, where runners are invited to stay to watch the Mt. Juliet Christmas Parade following the race. Awards will be presented to male and female winners in three age categories. Runners can register online at www.active.com or in person at the Mt. Juliet YMCA. Registration is $20 through November 29 and $25 from November 30 through race day. Walkers, joggers and runners of all ages are welcome. For more information, contact the YMCA at (615) 773-5363.

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Members of the Mt. Juliet Noon Rotary Club took some time out on Monday to pack Thanksgiving food boxes for the Mt. Juliet Help Center to give out to less fortunate families this week. Each member spent an hour of their day to help those in our community who need it. Pictured above, left to right, are John Foster, Linda Nelson, Art Giles, Toni Burton, and Jeff Perry. ~ Photo by Tomi L. Wiley

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Band of Gold takes home ultimate title The 2009 Mt. Juliet High School Band of Gold finished out their marching season as Class A State Champions in the 48th Annual Contest of Champions. ~ Photo by Becca Wilkinson

WA Wright winners bring home the ‘dough’

WA Wright Elementary School in Mt. Juliet recently held its annual Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough sale. The top sellers were as follows: 1st place-Josh Luffman sold 55 items for a total of $798.00 and won a $50.00 Target Gift Card; 2nd place-Brittany Eiserman sold 36 items for a total of $502.00 and won a $25.00 Target Gift Card; 3rd place-Hunter Burris sold 35 items for a total of $428.00 and won a $15.00 Target Gift Card. The money raised will go to purchase items for the school’s wish list. PALS wishes to thank everyone who participated in this fundraiser. ~ Photo submitted

If the only prayer you said in your whole life was, “thank you,” that would suffice. ~ Meister Eckhart

The Chronicle of Mt. Juliet, November 25, 2009, Page 13

Community Calendar Your kid could be on TV November 29 The Children’s TV and Film Workshop will be held in Mt. Juliet on Sunday, November 29, with performers from VH1 and The Disney Channel as instructors. Designed for ages four to 19, the Children’s TV Workshop teaches children and teenagers the skills to successfully audition and perform in major movies, TV shows and music videos. At the end of the workshop, each student will film a professional n-camera audition for The Disney Channel, showing all the acting skills they have learned. Students will learn directly from industry professionals whose credits include the hit VH1 show “Megan Wants a Millionaire,” Disney’s “Hannah Montana: The Movie,” and the E! Channel. The workshop is open for both beginners and children or teens with local acting experience.To register your child or teen for the Children’s TV and Film Workshop please call (931) 5441104. The Workshop is sponsored by Cumberland Children’s Theatre.

JECDB Meeting November 21 The Joint Economic & Community Development Board Executive Committee will meet at 7:45 a.m. on Thursday, December 3, at the JECDB office located at 115 N Castle Heights Ave, Suite 102, Lebanon.

MJ Holiday Craft Fair December 4, 5 & 6 City of Mt Juliet Parks and Recreation Department will be having their first Holiday Craft Fair Friday, December 4, from 12 until 7 p.m., Saturday, December 5 from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 6, from 12 until 3 p.m. It will be inside the Mt. Juliet Community Center in Charlie Daniels Park. Come shopping for that unique and one of a kind holiday gift for that special someone. For booth rental information call 615-7586522. Booth space is limited and on a first come first served basis.

Democratic Women Christmas Party December 8 Wilson County Democratic Women will have their annual Christmas Party, Dec. 8, 6 p.m. at the Chop House, 705 Cadet Street, in Lebanon. Please bring a wrapped “Dirty Santa” gift and household items and cleaning supplies for Brooks House. Maggie Faill, Middle TN V/P TFDW will preside over the swearingin ceremony for the newly elected 2010 officers.

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Reflections from an Old Friend Why is it... I must admit that I sometimes find myself thinking about some of the silliest stuff, so please forgive me up front for my silliness. For example, I got to thinking recently about of all things, socks, underwear and T-shirts. I found myself asking after going through my sock drawer, why do I have more than seven pairs of socks? There are only seven days in a week, so why do I need more than seven pairs of socks? The more I thought about the socks, the more I got to thinking about other stuff I have lots of. Think about it, I have a sock drawer, a T-shirt drawer and an underwear drawer full of each, but can only wear one each day and only need enough for seven days. The thought came up after washing clothes and trying to cram the washed stuff on top of the other clean stuff already in the drawers. I could barely get the clean stuff in on top of the other clean stuff that stays at the bottom of the drawers. Basically the stuff on the bottom never gets used because I keep washing the other stuff and putting in back on top of the other stuff that I never get to. With that in mind, do you see where I’m coming from? Apparently I don’t need the stuff on the bottom if I never get to it. Also, why is it that each time I wash clothes I lose a sock? How in the world can you lose a sock when you know that you put them both in the washing machine or dryer? Where does the other sock go? Is there a sock ferry or sock stealer in my house? Do they go down the drain, out the dryer vent or simply vanish? Why is a hamburger called a hamburger when it doesn’t have any ham in it? Because it is believed that the first hamburgers were made in Hamburg, Germany. Why s it cold in the winter and hot in the summer? I’ve been told it’s a result of the Earth’s axis and tilt. Many believe that the temperature changes because the Earth is closer to the sun in summer and farther from the sun in winter. In fact, the Earth is farthest from the sun in July and closest to the sun in January. The Earth’s movement around the sun causes the seasons, but it does not affect the temperatures during the seasons. During the summer, the sun’s rays hit the Earth at a steep angle. The light does not spread out as much, thus increasing the amount of energy hitting any given spot. Also, the long daylight hours allow the Earth plenty of time to reach warm temperatures. During the winter, the sun’s rays hit the Earth at a shallow angle. These rays are more spread out, which minimizes the amount of energy that hits any given spot. Also, the long nights and short days prevent the Earth from warming up. Thus, we have winter! Why do geese Fly in a V Formation? It is believed that it conserves their energy. Each bird flies slightly above the bird in front of it, resulting in a reduction of wind resistance. The birds take turns being in the front, falling back when they get tired. This way, the geese can fly for a long period of time before they rest. Another benefit to the V formation is that it is easy to keep track of each bird in the group. Fighter pilots often use this formation for the same reason. In conclusion, thanks for listening to my why is it questions. There will always be questions and answers. I have also learned what happens to lost socks. It’s a thing called static cling. They end up clinging to another piece of clothing they were sharing the dryer with only to be found at a much later date. By the time you find the lost sock you have usually thrown out the other sock. Isn’t learning cool?

MJHS Holiday Concert December 3 Mt. Juliet High School will host a holiday concert and silent auction to benefit the MJHS Band of Gold on Thursday, December 3. Tickets are $3.00 at the door, auction bidding begins at 5 p.m. and the concert starts at 6:30 p.m. This is a take-away bake sale to benefit the combined arts, so you can bid, buy, and then enjoy your auction items as you watch the holiday concert. Donations to the silent auction will be from local bakeries and families. For more information call the school at 615-758-5606.

Information on reading development January 16 Beacon Literacy Development will host a parent information session on reading development on January 16 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Mt. Juliet Community Center. You will receive practical tips and information on what you can do at home to encourage your child’s reading development and how to properly implement these strategies. Topics of discussion will include letter-sound relationships, comprehension, accuracy, and effective teacher communication. This session will be geared towards students in preschool through grade three, but all ages are welcome. Your children are welcome and we will have door prizes. There is no cost, but we do ask that you pre-register for planning purposes. You may register by visiting www.beaconliteracy.com/news.html or by calling 847-0371.

It’s the holiday season, and the Community Calender is filling up fast!

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AUCTION LOOK - AUTOS FOR SALE. Public Repo Auto Auction and other misc. inventories. Over (120) cars, trucks & vans. THURSDAY, DEC. 3, 2009, 9AM - 100 AUCTION WAY, Nashville, TN. Call (615) 262-5455 for list of vehicles. (MVAL #0006426). Lic. #42. I 11-25

BUSINESS SERVICES SEWING LESSONS - $25 hour. For more information/appointment call 3394010. Thank you. P 12-9 ___________________________ Computer Repair, Virus Removal, Wireless Networks. “A BETTER WAY” Business or Home. On-site or Pickup/ Return. Knowledge, Integrity, Customer Service. 2933398. P 12-2 ___________________________ MASONRY - Brick, Rock, Block. Fireplaces, Chimney Repairs. Mike 444-2297. ___________________________ BARRETT TREE & LAWN SERVICE. Tree removal, trimming, hauling, firewood. Lawn Care, Mulching. Licensed & Insured. 758-3893 or 579-8319. ___________________________ HIGHMARK TURF SALES AND INSTALLATION. Lawn reconstruction, sodding and seed & straw. Grading and topsoil delivery. Bobcat work. Paver patios and driveways. Structural and decorative retaining walls. Fire pits & Pathways. Licensed & Insured. Call Greg @ 615-506-2127 for a FREE Estimate. P 12-2 ___________________________ WILLETTE STONE WORK. Stone jobs - Walls - Planters - Outdoor Fire pit/Grill - Mailboxes, etc. FREE Estimates. Christian contractor with 15 years experience. Call 615-934-6567.

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CLEANING **ALL PRO SERVICES ** CLEANING: Specializing in windows, carpets, gutters, pressure washing, driveway sealing. Air Duct Cleaning & Blind Cleaning. Free estimates & references. Jim 754-5047. Christian Owned/Operated. ___________________________

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL PRESSURE CLEANING. Siding, Gutters, Patios, Driveways. Fall Gutter Cleaning. Free estimates. 615-881-6551, 615-506-5888. www.cleaninhouse.com P 12-16 ___________________________ J&L Cleaning. 24 years in business. Dr. offices, Dental, Houses, Schools and more. Reasonable prices. References available. Julie 474-7444. Will beat anyone else’s price up to 25%. P 11-18 ___________________________ AMANDA’S TOUCH Housecleaning Services. Free INHome consultation. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insured! Call 615-708-8182.

COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE - Commercial Space - Hwy 109 area and Mt. Juliet area! Call for more information ROBINSON PROPERTIES 7542019. ___________________________ COMMERCIAL SPACES FOR LEASE. 500-3,000 SQUARE FEET. 754-2019. ___________________________ BUSINESS PROPERTY FOR RENT. 6,000 Square Foot building with warehouse and office space. Security Fence. Loading Dock. 5001 Market Place. Mt. Juliet. TN. Call 615-838-6872 or 615851-7490. P 12-15 ___________________________

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ELECTRICAL HEROES HEATING & AIR. 24/7 service at regular rates. Amazing service - Affordable rates. Service all brands. Free estimates on new installations. Call Brad 615852-9156 or 615-449-8666. Mt. Juliet. P 12-16 ___________________________ LICENSED & INSURED ELECTRICIAN. Residential & Commercial. Also, Cable/ Phone Installation. Senior Citizen Discount. REASONABLE RATES. All work guaranteed. 6153169323. I M ___________________________ DJW ELECTRIC - 30% OFF LABOR THRU MARCH 2010. All jobs guaranteed. Perfectionist work at a LOW Price. Call for a FREE Estimate and get it done right. 615-753-0274. ___________________________ RAY ELECTRIC. No Job Too Small. Family owned & operated. Licensed & insured. Senior Citizen Discount. 773-2455. 615-681-8787 ___________________________ ARC ELECTRICAL SERVICES. Call for all your electrical needs. Competitive rates. 754-9790. TC

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3,300 SQ. FT. RETAIL/WAREHOUSE 216 LEEVILLE PIKE (ONE BLOCK OFF HWY. 231) ONLY ONE YEAR OLD. 1,200 SQ. FT. OF OFFICES. 2,100 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE WITH 1,200 ADDITIONAL SQ. FT. STORAGE, 24 FT. CEILING HEIGHT. 12 FT. ROLL UP DOOR. CALL 364-9081. CONCRETE

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FOR RENT 3 Bedroom, 1 bath home. Eat in kitchen, pool, large deck, patio enclosed w/privacy fence. Central Heat/Air. All appliances included. Convenient to Providence, shopping & lakes. $950 month. 615-586-5829. P 122 ___________________________ “REDUCED” - Old Hickory/Lakewood Duplex. 2 BR, Brick, 1 Bath. On quiet dead end street. Lease/Deposit. $525.00. 615-881-6445. I 11-25 ___________________________ House: Bender’s Ferry Road. All appliances included. References required. $800 a month + Deposit. 288-4696. P 11-25 ___________________________ DUPLEX - Mt. Juliet. 2 Bedroom. $550 month Deposit & References. 758-5109, 754-7675. Call between 5pm -10pm. I TC ___________________________ Mt. Juliet/Old Hickory. 3BR, 1.5 Bath. Full Basement, Central H/A. 2 car carport. Renovated. $995. per month + Deposit. 615479-5490. I TC ___________________________ WE PAY THE LIGHT BILL! We Pay the Water Bill! We Pay the Trash Pickup! NO Deposit required. NO Lease required. Buildings for $.50 a square foot. Mechanics, Body Shop, etc. 207-9140 Jim. I TC ___________________________

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FOR SALE 1) High Quality Full Mattress Set. New w/Warranty. Can deliver. Lists $240.00, sacrifice $117.00. New Queen Set Lists $299, Sell $127. 615-394-0861.****2) New King Mattress set in plastic. Never used. Warranty inc. Retails for $360. Will sell for $187. 615-575-5992. ************3) Bedroom setCherry or pine finish. Queen/ Full Bedroom Set $397.00 Mike, 615-394-0861. New in boxes. Lists $999.00. Will sell for $567.00. Lay-a-way available. Can deliver. 615394-0861. 4) All new, all leather Sofa & Loveseat. No vinyl!!! Lists $1899, will sell for $957.00. Lay-a-way available. Can deliver. 615394-0861. ****5) Queen Memory Foam Mattress Brand new with warranty $287.00. Also, have a boxspring if needed. Call Mike at 615-394-0891 w/ questions. 615-394-0861. ___________________________ Square Bale Hay For Sale. Call 405-3784 or 405-8513. ___________________________ Assorted sizes concrete blocks, flue liners, misc. stone. 758-5241 leave message. I 12-2 ___________________________ Entertainment Armoire, cherry with Queen Anne style $150. OBO Please call 449-4011 or 479-8010. ___________________________ Hunter’s Special Camper. Fits full size pickup. Top raises 12”. Auto heat, water, 3 burner stove, oven, sink. $800.00. 414-3077. 1191 Nonaville Road. Bill Beck

FIREWOOD FIREWOOD - Seasoned Oak, Ashe, Hickory - mixed. Pick up or delivered. Call Steve 758-0368. I 11-25 ___________________________ Firewood for Sale. Pick up or delivered. Call Mickey. 615-579-8319 or 615-7583893. P 01-6

HELP WANTED 100 WORKERS NEEDED. Assemble crafts, wood items, sewing. Materials provided. To $480 + week. Free information. 24 Hours. 801-4284893. P 11-25 ___________________________ Drivers/Teams. Established or we will set up. Team Freight Demands. Excellent Income. Nashville Terminal. 866-823-0361. P 12-2 ___________________________

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DIRECT SUPPORT/SUPERVISOR POSITION Person centered company that provides day and residential services to a wonderfully active adult female with intellectual disabilities is searching for just the right person to join our team as support staff and work into a supervisory role! This position will assist with daily activities, choice making, and social interaction both at home and in the community. Do you have a positive attitude? Possess basic documentation skills? Can you learn quickly, multi-task, problem solve and think on your feet? Does the thought of helping an individual live independently and fostering their quality of life appeal to you? If so then you might be just who we are searching for! Competitive start pay and benefits offered. Drug screen, background check, TB testing, clear driving record, GED/HS Diploma required. Equal Opportunity Employer pursuant to the Title VI act of 1964. Contact 931-808-2973 to apply. ___________________________ Part Time Maintenance Position. Available in Mt. Juliet area. Please send Resume and qualifications to [email protected] by Dec. 1st. I 12-2

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TOMMY’S BUILDERS REMODELING. Room Additions, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Gutters, Siding, Decks, Roofing, Drywall & Repairs. 30 years experience. Bonded & Insured. 405-8179. ___________________________ HARD WOOD FLOORS Installation, sand and finish, refinish old floors. Terry Pearson 754-8385 TC ___________________________ CONCEPT BUILDERS - Sunrooms, additions, remodeling, screened patios & garages. ROOFING. FREE Estimates Licensed & insured. 754-6390 or 9736690 I TC ___________________________ LANGLEY HOME IMPROVEMENTS. All types of remodeling. Room Additions, decks, sunrooms, bath rooms. FREE Estimates. Licensed - BondedInsured 390-7010 or 7580094 I TC ___________________________ ESTES ROOFING. 22 Years Experience. Great rates. FREE Estimates. Workmanship Warranty. Wilson County’s most trusted roofing company. 443-3210

HOME REPAIR ROBERSON Remodeling. OFFERING HOME REPAIR services of all types. Including carpentry (trim & finish), Painting, Plumbing, Electric, Replacement Doors, Windows, Gutters, Siding, Carports. Garage conversions. Richard 582-1079.

LAWN CARE GREG SANDERS DIAMOND CUT LAWN SERVICE. Mowing, Mulching, Landscaping, Leaf Removal. Gutters cleaned. Pressure washing. Christmas Decorations. Free Estimates. 481-9499. ___________________________ AERATE! Aerate! Aerate! And Much More. Overseed, Dethatch, Fertilize, Lime, etc. Free Estimates. 4535800. I TC

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Michael Lawrence Phone: (615) 453-0091 Mobile: (615) 400-3801 Email: [email protected]

LAWN CARE MAAS TREE SERVICE. Commercial & Residential. Licensed & Insured. Free Estimates. 615-945-2755. Call this winter for delivered FIREWOOD. P 1-5 ___________________________ LAWN MAINTENANCE. Free estimates, mowing, mulching, trimming, leaf removal. Call Joann. Cell 405-2368 ___________________________ EARHART LAWN CARE. Mowing - Aerating - Landscaping - Seeding - Fertilizing. Jason-481-9909. ___________________________ BOBCAT, BUSH HOGGING, DUMP TRUCK, BACKHOE. Concrete work. Fill Dirt and Gravel. Portable Welding. Free Estimates. Cell 3470433. 754-0090. I TC ___________________________ IT’S TIME TO: Aerate/Overseed/Mulch/ Trim Shrubs. C&A Lawn Care. 969-1813 Charles. P 11-25 ___________________________ PREPARE FOR WINTER. GUTTERS CLEANED/VACUUMED, LEAF REMOVAL. TREES TRIMMED. Pressure washing, home winterizing. No job too small. Reasonable rates and references available. Jack 838-6424. ___________________________ WE WILL BUY MOWERS for Cash. Running or NOT. We also trade & repair. 8474105. 9am-5pm. I TC

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REAL ESTATE

754-6111 Deadline 1 p.m. Monday

PAINTING For Immaculate Interior Painting at an Honest, Affordable Price call Johnny at Diane’s Painting. 615-2384217. P 11-25 ___________________________ Vester Bradshaw’s Painting. Interior and exterior painting. Drywall & Texture Repair. Cabinet refinishing. Power washing, Driveway & Decks sealed. Minor carpentry work. 615642-6191. ___________________________ ANTONELLI PAINTING and Repairs. 35 years experience. Interior/Exterior painting. Drywall repairs. Pressure Washing, Deck Refinishing, Replacement Windows. 449-6512 or 5123964. I TC ___________________________ SAVAGE PAINTING - Interior - Exterior. OWNER ON EVERY JOB. Very reasonable. Free estimates. References. Cell 337-2960, 8835810. ___________________________ ******B&H PAINTING***** Interior & Exterior. Free Estimates. Reasonable Rates. Give us a call. 615-4240133. I 7-15

PLUMBING Carter Plumbing - Repair Services, Drains, Water Heaters, New additions, remodels. Insured and bonded. For all your plumbing needs call 615-232-9051.

VACATION Disney Vacation-Christmas Week. Dec. 19-Dec. 26. 2 miles from Disney. 2 BR. 2BA, Sleeps 6, Cypress Point, Grand Villas Condo, Loaded Amenities, Close to everything. $995. Call 473-5091. We use Paypal.

WANTED CASH FOR GUITARS amps, keyboards, drums, etc. call Ray 615-512-1989.

WEEKLY BIBLE VERSE This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24

REAL ESTATE

Frequently asked questions concerning the Homebuyer Tax Credit.

??? Must the new house cost more than the old house? NO, individuals can move to either a larger or smaller home as long as the eligibility requirements are met. ???I signed a contract to purchase a new home in October and will close the end of November. I have lived in my current home for more than 5 years and earn within the new income limits. Will I still qualify for the new $6500 tax credit? Yes, the existing homeowner credit goes into effect for purchases that close after the bill was signed (11/6/2009). The provision looks solely at the date of purchase which is generally the settlement date. Watch next week’s paper for more questions and answers concerning the homeowner tax credit! If you want more information now or you are ready to take advantage of this great opportunity give Carol Palmer a call today at 615-587-1434! Coldwell Banker Barnes 758-0488

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