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March 4, 2009

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In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday on Monday, Mt. Juliet Library’s Emily Sturgill dressed as The Cat in the Hat this week and visited local schools. Here she is seen with Ms. Stephanie Jernigan’s kindergarten class at Elzie Patton Elementary School in Mt. Juliet on Tuesday morning. Theodor Seuss (March 2, 1904 – September 24, 1991) was an American writer and cartoonist, most widely known for his children’s books written under his pen name, Dr. Seuss. He published over 60 children’s books, which were often characterized by imaginative characters, rhyme, and frequent use of trisyllabic meter. His most notable books include the bestselling Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Hat, and One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish. Numerous adaptations of his work have been created, including eleven television specials, three feature films, and a Broadway musical. Photo by Sandee Woodard with the Mt. Juliet Library.

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New community band kicks off with inaugural concert Mar. 9 Submitted Did you know there is a new community band in Mt. Juliet? They are a group of woodwind, brass and percussionists that meet once a week for two hours to make music together. The Cedar Creek Community Band began its inaugural

year in January, rehearsing on Monday nights in the Mt. Juliet High School band room. Their first concert will be Monday, March 9, at 7 p.m. at the MJHS Theater. This group began out of an idea to involve as many people in the community as possible in something they “used to do.” So many times

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we put aside our talents and art for everyday life. People comment all the time about how they used to play an instrument in band while in high school, and maybe even into college. But now that instrument is collecting dust under a bed, in an attic or shoved in the back of a closet. This group is an eclectic mix of generations, abilities and stories. Richard Luff, a trombonist, stated that “it had been 32 years since I picked up my trombone. I played in an ‘old timers’ group in Florida, and wanted to find a community group when I moved here.” Elisabeth Spicer, a parent of a high school band student and a saxophone player, agrees. “It is incredible to be a part of a group instead of playing on my own at home. The sound is so different.” So many of us need

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an escape from everyday life, a time to ourselves to do something we enjoy. Cheryl Wagner commented, “I’ve waited too many years for a chance to be in a Community Band. After retirement I finally had the time to play trombone again, and really wanted to find a quality group.” Sherie Grossman, the director of the band, approached the West Wilson Community Arts Alliance last spring with the band idea. They loved it, and wanted to add the group to their growing list of arts groups including Choral Dynamics, Jazz Ensemble, Encore Theater, and the Fine Arts Guild. With the support of Tony Cox and Rodney Parks, the band directors at Mt. Juliet High School, the group was formed. “I couldn’t believe the response from the newspaper articles and flyers,” Grossman said. “Within the first three weeks I received over 100 emails and phone calls regarding the group. We now have a steady attendance of about 50, which is above my original goal.”

The Inaugural Concert on March 9 is for all ages. Hoss Peterson, a saxophonist, was excited that the band was “a good way to show my kids that something you start as a child can continue throughout your life. I am proud to be a band geek!” The concert will include a medley of Cartoon themes, just for fun. So many of the members are happy with the group’s progress. Sally Sharpe, a flute player is “amazed at how quickly we sound so good!” The band is playing traditional band pieces, as well as pop tunes, and trying to please the audience with the variety of music, as well as challenge the group with a variety of difficulty levels. Admission to the concert is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 10-17, and under 10 are free. There will be a small reception following the concert. For more information, or to join the group, please contact the director, Sherie Grossman, at mrssgrossman@yahoo. com, or 615-754-9454.

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Lebanon mayor to county squires: reconsider Mar. 16 tourism tax vote By Tomi L. Wiley Managing Editor In a project that local leaders say will be more beneficial to Wilson County than just one city, the mayor of Lebanon wants county commissioners to reconsider their convictions

been completed by professors from the University of Tennessee, once the finance package has been assembled Bible Park developers have agreed to commission another economic impact study for the IDB if that board requests it. Wilson County

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Craighead said the IDB will “catch any red flags” in the finance package before approving the bonds to fund the park. “If we can’t put good faith in those people…” Craighead shrugged, spreading his hands. “They are some of the top

“I just want the opposing commissioners to take a step back, look at this and realize the city and county is not at any harm to allow the developers to take the next step.” -- Lebanon City Mayor Philip Craighead on the Lebanon Bible Park development before a final vote March 16. The issue lies with a 5 percent tourism tax that Bible Park developers are requesting be placed on sales of merchandise inside the park only. Revenue from this tourism tax, which Lebanon City Liaison Sue Akins Siens said is commonly put to use by entertainment and sports venues, will be used to pay for bonds taken out by Bible Park developers to pay for the construction of the park. “It is a very commonly used mechanism for entertainment and sports-related projects,” Siens said. “The City of Lebanon and the county will not be responsible or liable for repayment of any bonds.” The County Commission’s approval of the tourism tax is also necessary for BPU Holding, LLC -- the developers of the park -- to assemble a financing package to present to possible investors in order to fund more than $100 million for the project. This finance package will also be given to the Wilson County Industrial Development Board, consisting of financial professionals from across the county and three attorneys, to review and approve before signing off on bond issues for the project. And while one economic impact study of the proposed Bible Park has

commissioners, seven of them, have openly opposed the 5 percent tourism tax, and last week’s county commission meeting was recessed due to the absence of several county commissioners and will reconvene on March 16. Lebanon Mayor Philip Craighead said Friday that he understands the “concerns of commissioners against the reliability of economic impact studies” but hopes the commissioners will reconsider. “I just want the opposing commissioners to take a step back, look at this and realize the city and county is not at any harm to allow the developers to take the next step,” Craighead said. “The Bible Park developers have offered to pay for a new impact study if the IDB board wants it. This is (the developers) offering to do that to address any concerns anyone on the county level might have.” Craighead added that the IDB consists of “some of the top bankers and business people in the county” who will review the financing package assembled by the Bible Park developers and approve the some $15 million worth of bonds. The IDB includes Chairman Phil Smartt, Elmer Richerson, Al Partee, Don Scott, Vonda Smith, Lou Mires, Sally Kimble, Edwin Brown, G.C. Hixson, as well as consulting attorneys Bob Rochelle, Mike Jennings and Andy Wright.

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tax. Siens said that once the bonds are repaid through the tourism tax, Wilson County and the City of Lebanon will receive all of the new, increased property tax. The county will receive all existing property taxes and all of the sales tax revenue from opening day as well. Siens added that park developers are following “state requirements in this process,” and that developers “can’t complete the finance package without the 5 percent tourism tax, they can’t get investors without the finance package, and they can’t build here without the investors’ funding.” “It’s a complicated, lengthy process,” she remarked, “but it all stops now if we can’t get that

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improvements,” Craighead said. He reiterated his hope that county commissioners will take a deep breath and reconsider the project in a new light before casting their vote on the 5 percent tourism tax on March 16. “This is a muchneeded revenue stream for the whole county and will address needs for infrastructure, schools and public safety,” Craighead said. “This isn’t just about Lebanon at all – this will benefit the county as a whole, and that’s always a positive thing.” Editor’s Note: This is Part 1 in a two-part series on the Bible Park development and the March 16 county commission vote.

Services set for Wilson County soldier killed in Iraq Funeral services are set for today at 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 415 West Main Street, for 1st Lt. William “Eric” Emmert, 36, of Lebanon. L t . Emmert’s remains were escorted to Lebanon on Monday in what some described as “one of the greatest tributes to a hero” they had seen describing the event as “almost presidential.” L t . Emmert died while serving his country in Mosul, Iraq, Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009. He had served as Platoon Leader 1st Platoon 269th Military Police Company in Iraq since January. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and graduated from Lebanon High School in 1991. He served in the United States Army from 1991-1996 as a Counter Intelligence Agent, Sergeant at discharge.

His tours included Korea, Germany and Cuba. He graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 1999, Cum Laude with a degree in Criminal Justice. While attending M.T.S.U., Lt. Emmert served as a member of the Nissan Fire Brigade. He entered the Tennessee National Guard in 1996 as Sergeant. He served on the Governor’s T a s k Force on Marijuana Eradication attached to the Memphis Organized Crime Unit, 1996. He served as a Tennessee State Trooper from 2000-2007; served on the Governor’s Security in 2005, Special Agent for the T.B.I from 2007-2008 until called to serve in Iraq. He was promoted to 2nd Lt. in the Tennessee National Guard in January 2006; and promoted to 1st Lieutenant in January 2008.

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Bible Park vote brings more controversy Sorey claims ethics complaint against him would be dropped if he votes against the park By Tomi L. Wiley Managing Editor and Connie Esh The Wilson Post A Wilson County commissioner, who has taken a position in favor of advancing consideration for a Bible theme park in Lebanon, says he has been asked to change his vote and to oppose the park and in exchange an ethics

note, saying, “I offered him and two other commissioners a stack of research I’ve done about the Bible Park and its backers.” Sorey said he asked the messenger again if he was sure that was what Dodson had said, and the person said it was “absolutely what was said.” Sorey said the messenger insisted that he should verify the information by going directly to Dodson

ethics complaints at anytime against a commissioner when they are “not happy” with how a commissioner votes or reacts on certain issues. Sorey said he hasn’t heard from Dodson again, and doesn’t plan to. Dodson said he had taken a recording of his entire conversation with Sorey to Attorney General Tommy Thompson, adding that he thinks Sorey is just worried

“He’s squirmy because he has two ethics charges against him and so he’s trying to make me look bad.” -- Derek Dodson on D2 County Commissioner Chris Sorey

complaint filed against him would be dropped. Chris Sorey, who represents Wilson County’s 2nd District, said yesterday he has “evidence” of a phone call he made to Derek Dodson in which Dodson offered to drop an ethics complaint he had filed against Sorey months ago if Sorey would agree to vote against the Bible Park proposal currently awaiting action by the county commission. But while Dodson acknowledges receiving the call from Sorey, he categorically denies having offered to drop the ethics charges in exchange for a no vote. “I talked to him,” Dodson said in a phone interview Tuesday. “And I’d prefer he do the right thing, but I don’t need his vote.” Sorey says he was first confronted with Dodson’s offer at the county commission meeting last week. According to Sorey, he was “handed a note” by a third person at the commission meeting, whom he only identified as the messenger, that said Dodson would drop his ethics complaint against him if he would “vote no” on the Bible Park issue. Dodson denies having written any such

or as Sorey put it the messenger said he should “get it from the horse’s mouth.” Sorey said he called Dodson and in the telephone conversation Dodson offered to drop the ethics complaint if Sorey voted “no” on the Bible Park. Dodson did say he had planned to drop charges against any commissioners who were willing to read the material and convince him they had studied it, “But I never told anyone I would do that, or that it depended on how they voted.” “As soon as I was done I called the sheriff’s office, the county attorney and the district attorney,” Sorey said. He added that while he did not get to speak directly to the sheriff he did speak with a “high-ranking official,” whom he was told passed the message along to Sheriff Terry Ashe. Sorey said he does not “know what they’re doing,” as far as any investigation into the matter. Sorey claims that “what Dodson did was morally wrong but not illegal” because there was no dollar value involved. For that reason Sorey says Dodson did not offer to bribe a public official. However, Sorey says because of what Dodson did others may choose to file

about the ethics charge. “He’s squirmy because he has two ethics charges against him and so he’s trying to make me look bad,” Dodson concluded. “I’ve done everything I was asked to do,” Sorey said. “But if Dodson said it to one person, there’s no telling who else he’s said that to, and I wanted to get it officially cleared up.”

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Obituaries ASHLEY, Robert Wayne Robert Wayne Ashley, age 65 of Mt. Juliet/Lebanon, TN, died Thursday, February 26, 2009. Mr. Ashley was a 1961 graduate of Mt. Juliet High School, a veteran of the U.S. Army and a retiree of Ford Glass Plant after 40 years of service. He was an AVID NASCAR race fan and an animal lover. Mr. Ashley was the son of the late, Glen and Irene Smith Ashley. He was also preceded in death by his aunt, Mildred McCorkle. He is survived by his wife Lora J. Ashley; children Jack Hayes, Greg Jennings and Pat Jansen; aunt and uncle Iva Nell Smith and Charles H. Smith; four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several cousins. Funeral services were conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, March 1, at Bond Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers were Greg Eakes, Mark Eakes, Jason Hayes, Ross Hayes, Phillip Neal, John Wayne Harrison and Steve Smith. Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to The Sarah Cannon Cancer Research Institute, 3322 West End Ave., Suit 900, Nashville, TN 37203. Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615)773-2663. Obit Line (615)641-2663, www.bondmemorial.com

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LOVETT, Peggy Ruth Peg Lovett entered into God’s grace on March 2, 2009, at age 71. The Memorial Service is Friday, March 6, 2009 at 7 p.m., Cainesville United Methodist Church. She was a member and treasurer of the Cainesville United Methodist church and an active member of the Friends of Cedars of Lebanon group. Survivors include husband of 53 years Dwight Herbert Lovett; son: Daniel A. (Angela) Lovett; several nieces and nephews; and her “Sweetie” grandson: Sam Lovett. She is preceded in death by parents Charles W. and Lula I. West Ford, sister Mary Ann Georges and brothers Donald E. Ford and David Ford. Sellars Funeral Home, Lebanon TN, 615-444-9393. Obits 615-758-8818.

Calling all Mt. Juliet famous chili makers! Cooks United Methodist is having a Chili Cook Off on March 15 from 5-7 p.m. in the fellowship hall. The entry fee is $10.00 and all others will be $5.00 to eat. There will be prizes for the top 3 winners! Come and join the fun! Please call the church for more information at 615-449-2513.

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Arts Alliance announces Second Annual Spring Gala, concert and auction Submitted The Arts Alliance announces its Second Annual Spring Gala, Saturday March 14, in the Parish Hall of St. Stephens Catholic Community, for

and The Arts Alliance Jazz Ensemble has received rave reviews at all of its shows. We are especially excited about introducing the new 50 piece Cedar Creek Community Band led by Director Sherie Grossman.

The event starts with Wine and Cheese at 6 pm in the Parish Hall at the rear of the church followed by Dinner provided by Emmy’s Catering at 7 p.m. Tickets for the whole evening filled with food, fun

Loggins added. “We ask that you come out and see for yourself what is happening while you support local art and artists by attending the Second Annual Gala on Saturday March 14. There will be great food, great fun and you will be amazed at the talent in our community.

You get to see and hear the sights and sounds of our local folks doing what they do best in the arts.” The Gala will be held in the Parish Hall of St. Stephens Catholic Community located at 14544 Lebanon Rd in Mt. Juliet.

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the Benefit of Community Arts, Theatre and Music Organizations. “We are excited about our upcoming Gala, Awards and Live Auction event,” said Chairman of The Arts Alliance Jason Loggins. “It is going to be the social night of the year in Wilson County – see and be seen.” “In the past four years, with the assistance of The Arts Alliance, our local arts communities have established themselves very well, and we are happy to see them succeed right here on our own Main Street,” Loggins continued. “For example, Encore Theatre Company just finished a three week production of ‘Run For Your Wife’ with most of their nights Sold Out and Choral Dynamics just started its 4th year and had the opportunity to open for the Nashville Symphony Orchestra last summer at Cumberland University on the Green. The Fine Arts Guild is displaying and selling art at several community locations including their own art gallery at Executive Title

Yes, 50 instrumentalists and growing! The Arts are alive and well in Wilson County. We would love to see a huge amount of support at the Gala to honor these groups for their efforts in making our communities better by adding arts, music and theatre to our daily lives.” Gala Chairwoman Cathy Wood added that the enthusiasm for the Arts will be self evident at the Gala. “We are not only going to have performances and displays by all of our organizations but we will be recognizing several individuals for their hard work and efforts in support of the ARTS in our community,” Wood said. “To cap off the evening we will have a Live Art Auction of artwork created by several local artists. Well known local artist and Arts Alliance supporter Phil Ponder has donated an original painting and we look forward to meeting the highest bidder and new owner. The professional local auctioneers will be Bob Lannom and Brandon Gunnels of Crye-Leike Auctions.”

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Flags at schools to fly half-staff this week in honor of fallen soldier By Connie Esh Special to The Chronicle Flags at Wilson County Schools will fly at half-staff this week in honor of 1st Lt. William Eric Emmert, the N a t i o n a l Guardsman kill in Iraq recently. W i l s o n County Director of Schools Mike Davis asked the schools to honor the 1991 Lebanon High School graduate in this way for his sacrifice. The announcement was made at Monday night’s regular Board of Education meeting. W i l s o n Central High Principal Travis Mayfield came before the board to ask its blessing for a group of tennis enthusiasts attempting to improve access to tennis courts in the county. H e explained that currently Mt Juliet High shares four courts at Charlie Daniels Park with Mt Juliet Christian Academy and the public,

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and that WCHS also uses those courts. Lebanon High and Friendship Christian School use courts at Coles Ferry Upper Elementary and at Cumberland University when they are available, he

said. He told the board the group hopes to raise money to expand the number of courts at Charlie Daniels Park and build courts in other areas of the county as well. He said, ideally, WCHS would have a six-court tennis complex, but that would cost at least $180,000 to build, depending on the terrain where it was built. The board asked him to research the matter more and come back with a more detailed plan. In other business, the semi-annual discipline report showed a reduction in overall discipline problems in the county schools. But Zone 5 Board Member Greg Lasater, who is also with the Sheriff’s Department, told the board there were still serious issues with drugs and cyber

bullying. Director of Safety David Burton said cell phones continue to be a real problem. Students are not allowed to have the phones at school for a variety of reasons, Board Chair Teddy Cook pointed out. “They can take pictures and post them on the Internet,” she said, as an example of one of the problems with students carrying phones at school. D a v i s noted that new curriculum requirements from the state, which include requiring all high school students to complete three units of science with lab time, mean that the school system will have to convert one classroom at Watertown High School into a science lab. The board asked Davis to look at the actual cost and possible ways to fund the project before hiring the architects at KBJM to develop a plan for the work. The board also discussed the possibility of allowing ATMs from Wilson Bank & Trust to be installed in the county high schools, but eventually decided to defer a decision until they could study the matter and ask the bank to change some details of the proposal. S o u t h s i d e Elementary will be receiving new scoreboards for the baseball and softball fields courtesy of WB&T. The school will also start participating in the in-school banking program which all the other elementaries in the county have. The program has more than $1 million in savings account deposits countywide.

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Harry & Ruth Snodgrass OPEN HOUSE RECEPTION Beal Construction celebrated its official ribbon cutting as a member of the Mt. Juliet/West Wilson Chamber of Commerce on February 19 at its location at 11176 Lebanon Road. Beal Construction is a one-stop haven for construction needs with professionals and supplies ranging from roofing to floors. For more information call Beal Construction at 615-553-2847. Photo submitted

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High schools now have a home on Vol State radio station WVCP Area high school students are taking to the airwaves for a new show on Volunteer State Community College Radio, WVCP-FM 88.5. The “High School Airwaves” program gives high school students an opportunity to play music, and broadcast news of events and activities at their school. The high schools participating so far include Gallatin, White House, and Portland. With the station’s availability through FM radio, web streaming, and podcasts, the relatives and friends of students will be able to easily hear the broadcasts. “High School Airwaves” can be heard on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. or at any time via download at www. wvcp.net. Schools that would like to participate can contact the program producer, Holly Nimmo, for more information at 615-230-3257 or holly. [email protected].

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Free to good home! Mt. Juliet Lifestyles Great Dane puppy. MJ playwright stages work at Encore Theatre 10 month female, all Submitted shots very loving. Call 453-0706. When Hendersonville businessman Tom Hicks first began to notice how his partner enjoyed looking out the windows of hotels on

their many business trips together, he was curious about this obsession. One day, his partner Peter “Otto” Abeles would tell him his story. And that he did. The result was Otto, the Boy at the Window, a book they co-authored and published in 2001. Since then, this story has taken on a life of its own. In 2005, while performing in the stage play

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contact with two American Abeles’ families who would ultimately sponsor them and bring them to Chicago. In addition to the stage play, William Dorian has also written a screen

into a stage play. This chance meeting of Hicks and Dorian resulted in the stage version of Abeles’ story. It debuted in Nashville in 2007 with excellent reviews and was named “Best Original Holocaust Drama” by Martin Brady of the Nashville Scene. This May and June, Otto Productions will once again bring this story to life with shows in Mt. Juliet and Hendersonville. Abeles was born in the early 30’s in Vienna, Austria and was raised by an emotionally abusive mother and a father who took no real interest in him or his older brother, Heinz Robert. The family lived in an upper middle class Jewish neighborhood with all the modern comforts, including a chauffeur and a maid. The year prior to the Anschluss his father had even been named the “Businessman of the Year” for the city of Vienna. But, on March 12, 1938, the Abeles’ world and that of all Jewish families in Austria was about to suddenly change for the worse. After nearly losing everything, including their lives, Peter’s father was able to make

play that is attracting a number of well known actors and directors and is slated to begin production in the late fall or early spring of next year. The stage production will run for two weekends (May 15-17 & 22-24) at Encore Theatre in Mt. Juliet and one weekend (June 5-7) at Steeple Players Theatre in Hendersonville. For interested actors, the auditions will be held on March 8th from 2-4 p.m. and March 9th from 7-9 p.m. at Encore Theatre Company located at 14905-A Lebanon Rd. in Mt. Juliet and again on March 15th from 2-4 p.m. and March 16th from 7-9 p.m. at Northeast Church in Hendersonville located at 100 God Why Court. Lead roles are available for 1 man (35-50), 1 woman (35-50), two boys (6-12), 1 woman aged 50-70, and two men (18-30). Additional roles are available for 8-10 men of all ages, 1-2 women (20-30), and 1 woman of any age. Questions concerning the auditions may be directed to Bill Dorian at William. [email protected] or Rodney Pickel at Pickelface@ comcast.net.

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Longtime MJ business awarded with 2008 Chamber Investor of the Year Dwight and Billie Belew of American Jewelry have been in business in Mt. Juliet since 1974, moving in 2007 from their longtime shop on N. Mt. Juliet Road to the Providence MarketPlace. The business owners were recently awarded with the Mt. Juliet/West Wilson Chamber of Commerce Investor of the Year Award for 2008. “There is always an issue of how to embrace the new businesses but not forget the building blocks of Mt. Juliet,” commented Chamber President Mark Hinesley. From left to right are current Chamber Board Chair Jason Loggins, 2008 Board Chair Linda Salts-Nelson and the Belews with their award. “The population of Mt. Juliet was 1,400 when we first moved here,” Dwight Belew said. “It’s been amazing to see how the city has grown, and we’ve been blessed to grow along with it.” ~ Photo by Tomi L. Wiley

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Currently touring in support of both his live album, “Live Dogs” and his newly released “Old-Fashioned Romance” CDs, Jeffrey Scott Stewart will be performing at Billy Goat Coffee Café on Saturday, March 14, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. There is no cover charge. The café is located at 401 S. Mt. Juliet Road, Suite 345, in the Providence MarketPlace. Call 615-773-8272 or visit www.JeffreyScottStewart. com for more information.

As Winnie the Pooh says, “It certainly is a blustery day...” The often blustery days of early spring that are upon us often cause Chronicle newspapers to blow away from where they are intended to be delivered. We understand that and ask that you be patient, try to retrieve your paper and please do not call the Chronicle office. We know there are papers blowing around. The winds will settle down soon, and until then please feel free to stop by our office or any of our box locations to pick up a paper if yours gets blown away. And as always, thank you for reading The Chronicle.

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Nashville Shores to host three job fairs in March Nashville Shores is gearing up for the 2009 season and is looking for qualified applicants to fill a number of key positions this summer. The water park is hosting three job fairs at its facility in March. The job fairs will be held from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 14; Friday, March 20; and Saturday, March 21. Job openings include concessions, grounds, tickets, retail, lifeguards, guest services and other facets of the water park. Nashville Shores will fill approximately 300 positions for the summer. If individuals are

unable to attend the job fair, applications are accepted on a daily basis from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Nashville Shores. Nashville Shores is located at 4001 Bell Road in Hermitage, Tennessee. Applications can be downloaded at www. nashvilleshores.com. About Nashville Shores Nashville Shores is a 385-acre family recreation destination located in Nashville, TN. It is comprised of a water park, 20 group event sites and event management team, festival areas and production team, 300-slip marina, boat and jet ski rental, and other attractions.

Applications are being accepted for scholarships offered by The Lebanon Business and Professional Women’s Club for the following: · $1000 Cumberland University Imogene Ahles Memorial Scholarship (Female applicants only) · $1000 Mildred Hearne Memorial Scholarship (Male & Female applicants) · $ 500 Career Awareness Scholarship (Male & Female applicants) · $ 1000 Leadership Scholarship (Male & Female applicants) If interested, please pick up a scholarship application at the Guidance Office of any Wilson County high school, Cumberland University Admissions Office, or call Theda Rose at 4436622. hese applications must be submitted to Lebanon BPW Scholarship Chair; PO Box 53; Lebanon, TN 37088-0053, and they must be received by April 1, 2009. (Postmark of March 31, 2009 will be considered received by April 1. Applications postmarked on April 1 will not be considered. Also, any applications e-mailed, faxed, or hand-delivered after April 1, 2009 will not be considered.)

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American history and southern history. He is a member of the American Historical Association, the Organization of American Historians, the Society for Historians of the Early American Republic, the Southern Historical Association and the Tennessee Historical Society. His articles have appeared in the Journal of the Early Republic, the West Tennessee Historical Society Papers and the Tennessee Historical Quarterly. In 2007, Cheathem’s book, Old Hickory’s Nephew: The Political and Private Struggles of Andrew Jackson Donelson, was published by Louisiana State University (LSU) Press. Cheathem will present “Conspiracy Theories in American History” on Tuesday, March 10 from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. in the K-Room of Phillips Dining Hall. There is no charge for admission.

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Antique Automobile Club of America to host 2009 Special Spring Meet in Middle Tennessee The Middle Tennessee Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) has been selected to host the international organization’s 2009 Southeastern Special Spring Meet in Lebanon Thursday, June 11 through Saturday, June 13. Regional officials indicate that more than 700 fellow members from across the nation, including some national club directors, are expected to attend various activities of the three-day event in Wilson County. The national club, established on November 4, 1935 in Philadelphia, began with 14 enthusiasts. Today, the worldwide organization boasts a membership of nearly 60,000 and Tennessee claims 16 active regional clubs statewide. All members are “gearing” up for the club’s 75th anniversary in 2010 and celebrations are expected around the globe. Most activities of the 2009 special spring meet, including food vendors, a flea market and entertainment, will be held on the grounds of Lebanon’s James E. Ward Agriculture Center, home to the AACA’s Middle Tennessee Region club. The general public is invited to attend these activities free of charge and many local enthusiasts are expected to be on hand to view a vehicle competition scheduled for Saturday between 11 AM and 3 PM. The competition will be held in the Fiddler’s Grove area of the Ag Center and will include various classes of vehicles. Trophies will be awarded to the autos judged to be excellent examples in their respective categories. The three-day meet will prove to be a very positive influence on several Wilson County businesses. Lil’ Paul’s Smoke House, located near the Agriculture center, will be the event’s official caterer for several functions. Special group rates were extended to the organization by two award winning hotel properties, the Comfort Inn and the Comfort Suites of Lebanon. Other hotel properties

are also standing by to assist with any additional accommodations that may be needed. Randy Moore and “The Fabulous Suedes” will provide special entertainment on Friday evening. The Nashville based band, known for its “feel good music” and voted “best local band” by the Tennessean, is comprised of members with impressive resumes that highlight affiliation with some of the best entertainers that Nashville has ever produced. This group of professionals performs an array of music, from country and rockabilly to blues and classic rock & roll. There is rumor that remarkable impersonations of two late and great entertainers, Johnny Cash and Minnie Pearl, are included in the line up. This will greatly enhance the event’s country theme and attendees are certainly in for an unforgettable evening of special entertainment. “Our club is elated to have been chosen to host this spring meet”, said Glenn Edwards, Club Secretary and chairman for the

special meet. We appreciate the support already being extended by Wilson County and we are confident that all participants and attendees will be treated to a wonderful time.” Edwards welcomes any questions about the activities and can be reached by phone at 615-444-7315 or 615-478-0697 or via email at glenn@midtennaaca. org. One of the most unique components of the meet will be an old fashioned ice cream social at Desoto’s, a dynamic old-fashioned ice cream parlor located at The Mill at Lebanon. This visit will be part of a progressive evening that involves other auto related businesses. The mill is an adaptive reuse project of the former Lebanon Woolen Mill and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Once totally revitalized, the facility will contain upscale retail, dining, events, art & culture exhibits, professional office space and even a B&B. A d d i t i o n a l information on the Mill at Lebanon can be found on line at www.themillatlebanon. com.

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Community Calendar Parents, let your sk8ers know... March 4 On Wednesday, March 4, at 4 p.m. a ground breaking ceremony will take place at Charlie Daniels Park at 1100 Charlie Daniels Parkway in Mt. Juliet. The City of Mt. Juliet is excited to announce the start of construction for their expansion of the Community Center made possible by a generous donation from Panattoni Development Company, LLC. Representatives from Panattoni will be on hand as well as representatives of County Singer Charlie Daniels. This ground breaking also signifies the start of construction for the new Mt. Juliet Skate Park.

“Much Ado about Nothing” at WCHS March 5 - 7 The Wilson Central High School Drama Club presents William Shakespeare’s Much Ado about Nothing this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 5 through 7, in the theatre department at WCHS. Curtains up at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for standard tickets and $4 for student tickets. For more information contact Abby Powell at 615-453-4600 ext. 3178.

A real toe-tapper: MJES “Made in the USA” March 6 Mt. Juliet Elementary School Drama Club presents “Made in the USA,” a musical production packed with selections from all genres and eras that will leave your toes tapping for weeks to come. Performances will be Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 7, at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets are Adult: $5.00, Student (Grades K-12): $3.00, Children under Age 5 free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance by contacting Emily Dickens ([email protected]).

MJ author signs children’s books March 7 Mt. Juliet Children’s Author Sandy Donnell will be at a Book Signing on March 7 from 1p.m.-- 3 p.m. at Sherlock’s Book Store, 200 Maddox Simpson Parkway, Lebanon. Joining Ms. Donnell will be illustrator Julie Lowery Benson and Peggy Simpson Director of the Books from Birth Program (Dolly Parton’s Fascination Library.) Children may sign up for the books from Birth Program which mails a free book each month to children from Birth to 5 years of age. Donnell donates proceeds from her book, “The Adventures of Myrtle the Turtle” to the Books from Birth Program. For additional information you may call Sherlock’s Books 449-9807.

Southern STARRS volunteers needed March 7 Get in shape for spring and help special needs children with Southern STARRS. Volunteer training will be held for anyone interested in serving a few hours each week to help special needs students participate in a therapeutic horseback riding program. Experience with horses or special needs population is valuable but not required. Volunteer applications may be downloaded from the website at www.southernstarrs.org. Southern STARRS volunteering will be located at the large green barn at 4050 Cairo Bend Road, Lebanon, on Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. until noon. For more information visit the website, email starrs@ southernstarrs.org, or call 615-453-2592.

Reflections from an Old Friend Are you a loafer? How forgetful do you consider yourself? Do you regularly forget stuff, do you have to leave yourself voice messages, and are there post-it notes all over the interior of your car and on your desk? Well, you are not alone. With our ever increasing workloads and busy lifestyles we are all finding it harder and harder to remember stuff. As a result, we have more and more devices to help us remember stuff we need to do. We have personal voice recorders, post-it notes, voice mail, e-mail and dry erase boards. Some of us even use napkins to write reminder messages on. We’ll pretty much use whatever is available to keep us from forgetting to do stuff. The brain is incredible, but even the brain needs to rest every now and then. I had a local doctor make a pretty neat comment and it immediately inspired me to write this article. He said that we had forgotten how to let our brains loaf and rest. Think about that statement for just a moment. The brain seldom if ever takes a break. The more we demand of it, the more overworked the brain gets. The brain must get a chance to loaf or the rest of the body and our health suffers. The doctor further asked, when was the last time you just let your brain loaf? So ask yourself this question, when was the last time you just sat on the porch and listened to the birds, watched the clouds and relaxed with Mother Nature without thinking about something else? It’s true; we never really allow our brain to loaf. The brain is always working and we owe it to ourselves to give it a break every once and a while. We have to get back to a simpler time of taking time to relax with family, friends or just ourselves. We also must get back to the basics. For example, many of us have lost contact with our immediate family. We no longer eat dinner at the dinner table; we no longer communicate about our day and regularly find ourselves complaining more and more. I don’t believe we have become a society of complainers, I simply think that we are worn out, over worked and under relaxed. This lifestyle in time this leads to a bleak outlook on life which in turn takes its toll on our mind, body and soul. This is not a problem that occurs over night or affects just a few. This is a problem that happens to most of us overtime. The end result of not letting the brain loaf is missed opportunities, regrets, irritability and sarcasm. Life is way to short to live life this way. So please remember to spend time with family and friends and let the brain loaf every now and then. There is only one you and you must take care of yourself. Are you a loafer?

Chamber Homes Tour March 7 and 8 The Mt Juliet / West Wilson County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 1st “Chamber Homes Tour” in Wilson County on Sat-Sun March 7-8 from 1 – 4 p.m. each day. This is a great opportunity for those interested in purchasing a home to visit a number of homes in a very short period of time. For more information on those homes being featured this weekend visit www. chamberhomestour.com . “We want to remind home buyers that in spite of what many of us read and hear on a daily basis, this is still a fantastic time to invest in residential property and to live in such a wonderful county. We want to thank all of the Volunteers, Realtors, Sponsors, and Open House Visitors for making this possible.” ~ Mark Hinesley, President / CEO

Mt. Juliet Community Center Spring Fashion Show Extravaganza March 7 Get there early for a front row seat at Mt. Juliet’s premier spring event: The Mt. Juliet Community Center’s Spring Fashion Show Extravaganza will be Saturday, March 7, at 2 p.m. Admission is free, and many area retailers will feature bridal, prom, and casual spring attire, including Gymboree, American Tuxedo, Cato, D; Michelle Designs, Dressbarn , Belk, CJ Banks, Kasper Outlet, Ramona & Co., Maurice’s, Memories Consignment, Cherished Memories, and Christopher & Banks. For more information call the Mt. Juliet Community Center at 615-758-6522.

County Dems meet March 9 Wilson County Democrats will hold their March meeting on Monday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ward Ag Center in Lebanon (Fair Grounds) in the Gentry Building. Plans for the county convention to elect new officer will be discussed. All Democrats are invited to attend. For more information, please call 444-3838.

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ANNIE SEARCY SMITH ESTATE 2 HOMES ON 2.53 ACRES CENTER OF MT. JULIET PERSONAL PROPERTY, TOOLS, FURNITURE 217 & 221 CURD RD. 37122 SATURDAY MARCH 14TH 10:30 AM Directions: From Nashville take I-40 East to Mt. Juliet Exit # 226B take Mt. Juliet Rd North 2 ½ miles to Curd Rd. (at Post Office) Right on Curd Rd. 2/10 of a mile to sale on left. This 2.53 acres with 2 homes is located in the center of Mt. Juliet. The front home is 1730 sq. ft. and is brick. It contains a living room w/fireplace, dining room, large kitchen, 3 bedrooms, office, utility room and bath. The back home is 693 sq. ft and contains a living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bath. There are several out buildings for plenty of storage. Both homes are in need of repair and are on City water & Sewer. This is a unique opportunity to own property in an area that is continually growing and developing. Great location, ½ mile from Music City Star, close to restaurants, Providence Mall and new Mt. Juliet High School. Personal Property: phone bench, rocker, marble top tables, mahogany vanity, china cabinet, old chairs, dining room tables, quilts, lamps, old pictures, glassware, microwave, desk, wardrobe, cedar chest, old kitchen table, end tables, dressers, vanity, milk cans, old washing machine, 2 stoves, 2 refrigerators, washer, 2 chest freezers, tillers, weed eaters, ladders, wheelbarrows, 2 rolls of barbwire, push mower, post hole digger, shovels, hoes, sprayers, old wet stone, rakes, ax, saw, hatchets, old hand tools. Terms: Real Estate: CASH. Make Your Own financial arrangements prior to sale. 15% Earnest Money day of sale balance at closing. Deed and Insured Title furnished by Estate Personal Property: CASH, approved check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Drivers Lic. Required for bidding #. Sale # 0909 Bobby Colson Auctioneer www.colsonauctions.com $ 25.00 Will be given away

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Business Servcies WILLETTE STONE WORK. Stone jobs - Walls - Planters - Outdoor Firepit/Grill - Mailboxes, etc. FREE Estimates. Christian contractor with 15 years experience. Call 615-207-9103. P 4-29 ___________________________ STUMP BUSTERS & TREE SERVICES BY TW. Trees trimmed, removed & stump grinding. BOBCAT work. Yard grading. Light Dump Truck Hauling. Insured. Free Estimates. 568-2716. I TC ___________________________ BARRETT Tree & Lawn Service. Tree Removal, Trimming, Hauling, Firewood, Lawn care, Mulching. Licensed & Insured. 758-3893 or 579-8319. P 2-4-09 ___________________________ TERRY’S AUTO GLASS Windshield Repairs or Auto Glass replacement. FREE Mobile Service. Established “1989”. Insurance approved. Serving Middle TN. 7 5 8 - 6 3 3 9 . I TC ___________________________ JUNK HAULING & LOTS MORE Clean basements, attics, & yards. Most gutters. Haul cars 4 Free. Landscaping. Stump Grinding. Pressure washing. Decks & Driveways sealed. Call us 4 anything. Robin or Mike. 443-7146 /485-4510, 881-6 5 0 0 . . I TC ___________________________ BUNCH ROCK & BRICK: Mail Boxes, entrances, flower beds, retainer wall and repairs. NEW - We also do stucco. Free estimate. 7545034. TC

Tree Trimming and Removal Gutter Cleaning and Guttercovers Mulching and Hedge Trimming Insured Call Daryl Hall 615-390-0973

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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. ___________________________ TWO GIRLS & A BROOM. Residential Cleaning. Quality work. References. Free estimates. Insured. 7583176. Cell 568-6131, 9687445. P 3-4 ___________________________ HOUSECLEANING SPECIALIST. Very detailed. 25 years experience. References include 16 years of service for Dr. James W. McPherson, DDS as his personal housekeeper. 579-4315. I 3-18 ___________________________

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For Sale FIREWOOD for Sale. Pick up or Deliver. Call 579-8319. P 2-4-09 ___________________________ 1) High Quality Full Mattress Set. New w/Warranty. Can deliver. Lists $240.00, sacrifice $117.00. New Queen pillow top Set Lists $299, Sell $127. 615-3940861.**** 2) New King Mattress set in plastic. Never used. Warranty inc. Retails for $360. Will sell for $187. 615-5755992. ************ 3) Bedroom set-Cherry or pine finish. Dresser/ Mirror/n/stand/chest/ hdbd/frame. New in boxes. Lists $999.00. Will sell for $567.00. Lay-a-way available. Can deliver. 615-3940861. ****************** 4) All new, all leather Sofa & Loveseat. No vinyl!!! Lists $1899, will sell for $957.00. Lay-a-way available. Can deliver. 615-394-0861. **** 5) All new Micro-fiber Sofa & Loveseat. Retails $999.00, will sell for $587.00 while they last. Can deliver. Laya-way (yes). 615-394-0861. I TC ___________________________

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For Sale The Home of Like New lawn Mowers - at Half the New Price. Let us put together a starter package for your lawn cutting business!! RIDING LAWN MOWER, PUSH MOWER for small jobs & trimming. WEEDEATER, & NEW 5X8 TRAILER - ALL FOR $1,995.00, while they last. Call Johnny, Bill or Jim 847-4105. I TC

Garage Sales HERMITAGE UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL FOR LITTLE PEOPLE SPRING & SUMMER CONSIGNMENT SALE. Public Sale: Thursday, March 5, 5:30 pm. Friday, March 6, 9am-6pm. Saturday, March 7, 9am-1pm. half price day (as indicated). 205 BELINDA DRIVE, Hermitage, TN 37076. Call 9480072 for more information. ___________________________ SWEET REPEATS CONSIGNMENT SALE. Children’s spring & summer clothing, shoes, dancewear, baby items, bedding, crib, toys, movies, games, bikes, car seats, maternity. Designer style purses & lots more. Opens: Thursday & Friday, 9-5. 1/2 price Saturday, 9-12. 1002 Meb Court, behind Valvoline on Lebanon Road in Mt. Juliet. P 3-4 ___________________________ Over-the-Rainbow Gladeville Community Consignment Sale. March 31st - April 3rd. Call 4430979 or visit our web site at www.overtherainbowcs.com for information. 4-1 ___________________________ Donelson Christian Academy. You’ve heard about it... it’s finally here!! Come shop DCA’s Spring/Summer Children’s Consignment Sale! Quality clothing, toys, baby equipment, maternity, and much more...at great prices! Sale is March 11, 12 & 13. Half price day Friday, March 13. (8a-4p) Call Debi @ 8384033 for more information. I 3-4 ___________________________

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Garage Sales “QUALITY SHOWCASE” Weekend Shopping Event. Saturday, March 7th. 9am6pm. Located - Quality Inn & Suites (Behind Cracker Barrel). * Wholesale & Retail Prices. * Mia Bella’s Candles *Gram’s Attic * Beijo Bags * Creative Memories * Avon * Energy & Weight Loss Products. Home Interior, new & used CDs, Video games. Overstocks from Stores!! For more information or to reserve a booth call: 615773-3600. I 3-4

Help Wanted COVENANT FAMILY CHILDCARE is currently accepting applications for part-time Christian teachers. Please call Carol at 7549244 for more information. I TC ___________________________ LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST. Please send resume to [email protected] or fax to 615-758-8995, or mail to Mt. Juliet Chiropractic PC, 2345 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 I 3-4 ___________________________ NOW HIRING: companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. TN4183 P 3-4 ___________________________ LEAD REMODELING Carpenter & Laborer needed for permanent employment. Integrity and responsibility a must. 758-9954. Building Reputation. I 4 ___________________________

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Home Improvement TOMMY’S BUILDERS REMODELING. Room Additions, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Gutters, Siding, Decks, Roofing, Drywall & Repairs. 30 years experience. Bonded & Insured. 405-8179. P 3-4 ___________________________ PERMANENT GUTTER CLEANING. Will remove leaves and debris from your gutters. They will never have to be cleaned again!! Fully insured. Call DEAN - 5169438. I TC ___________________________ HARD WOOD FLOORS Installation, sand and finish, refinish old floors. Terry Pearson 754-8385 TC ___________________________ ESTES ROOFING 22 Years Experience. Great Rates. Free Estimates. Workmanship Warranty. Wilson County’s most trusted roofing company. 443-3210 P 2-25 ___________________________ 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. I TC ___________________________ MT. JULIET HOME IMPROVEMENT. Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall, Fans Doors, Licensed, Insured, On-time & Reasonable Priced. Mon-Fri. 9am5pm. 754-6819. P

Home Improvement REID’S HANDYMAN SERVICE. Fast, Reliable service. At affordable rates. Licensed, Bonded & Insured. 615-400-TENN (8366) www. benthehandyman.com ___________________________ MICHAEL’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. 7544580. Pressure washing, decks built and sealed. Driveways sealed. Roofing repairs. Painting & drywall. Rotten wood repairs. Carpentry work & more. Good prices. 20 years experience.

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 5821079. 2-4

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Painting Interior and exterior painting. Drywall & Texture Repair. Cabinet refinishing. Power washing, Driveway & Decks sealed. Minor carpentry work. Call Vester Bradshaw, Sr. 615-6426191. ___________________________ ******B&H PAINTING***** Interior & Exterior. Free Estimates. Reasonable Rates. Give us a call. 615-4240133. I 4-8 ___________________________

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Painting 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.

Pets LEBANON ANIMAL SHELTER has loving cats, dogs, kittens, puppies. All breeds and sizes for adoption. 4441144. TC ___________________________ TEACUP YORKIE PUPPY for adoption. If interested please email David Peters at 4190@ hotmail.com P 18 ___________________________ AKC 7 WEEK OLD Shiatsu puppies for sale. Colors Choc. & white & Black & white. Females & males. Please call 615-945-0436.

Wanted CASH FOR YOUR LAWN MOWERS & TRACTORS. Running or NOT. Johnny at 847-4105, Mon-Fri. 9am4pm. ___________________________ IN NEED OF A DONATION OF A FREEZER AND A COMMERCIAL GRADE DEEP FRYER IN WORKING CONDITION FOR THE MJHS CONCESSION STAND. PLEASE CALL GREGG TROTTER 390-2626.

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Weekly Bible Verse My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments; For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. Proverbs 2:1 &2

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