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| WHIRLPOOL TO INVEST $120 MILLION IN NEW TN MANUFACTURING FACILITY | ||
| Governor Phil Bredesen and Commissioner Matt Kisber, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development congratulated the leadership of the Whirlpool Corporation of Benton Harbor, Michigan on the company’s decision to invest $120 million in a new, approximately 1-million sq. foot manufacturing facility to produce premium built-in cooking products in Cleveland, Tennessee. | ||
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| Group Hosting Charity Race Faces $10,000 Penalty Following Tennessee Department of State Investigation | ||
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Challenge Nation, a Washington D.C.-based company, is facing $10,000 in civil penalties for soliciting contributions of behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee without the group’s knowledge or consent. |
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| Lewisburg Firemen will be Collecting Money for Muscular Dystrophy this Saturday | ||
| Lewisburg Firemen will be partnering with the Muscular Dystrophy Association to give the community the opportunity to fight muscular dystrophy by placing donations into boots at the local Wal-Mart, Food Lion and Save-A-Lot locations in Lewisburg. | ||
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| Breaking News...08/31/2010 Clean-Up Crews Due in from Birmingham Alabama to Assist in Chemical Spill near Cornersville | ||
| A morning crash just off the entrance ramp of I-65 in Cornersville will require several hours worth of clean-up efforts after a big rig hauling hazardous materials collided with another vehicle. | ||
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| Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre presents "REAR WIDOW" | ||
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A comedy by Osborne and Eppler Sept 02- Oct 09, 2010 Directed by Lauren Shouse Main Stage - Tuesday thru Saturday evenings: Buffet from 6:00-7:30pm, show at 8:00pm |
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| Gas Prices on the Decline | ||
| Average retail gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 3.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.48/g yesterday. This compares with the national average that has fallen 1.2 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.69. Including the change in gas prices in Tennessee during the past week, prices yesterday were 6.2 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 7.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 5.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 9.4 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago. | ||
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| REGIONAL NEWS...Audit Finds More Than $73,000 of Police Fines and Fees Missing | ||
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Trenton, Tennessee Police dispatchers in Trenton collected more than $70,000 in fines and fees that were never deposited into the city’s bank account, an investigation by the state Comptroller’s Division of Municipal Audit has revealed. |
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| Asst. Director of Marshall County Schools Named | ||
| Director of Schools Roy D. Dukes has announced Kendell Lee as Marshall County School System’s Assistant Director of Schools. | ||
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| Senator Ketron announces grant to improve Lewisburg Community Walkway | ||
| Local State Senator Bill Ketron said that he has been informed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation that a $64,800 grant has been approved for the Lewisburg Community Walkway. | ||
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| Domestic Kitchen Certification Course Set for Sept. 8 | ||
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Individuals who use a domestic kitchen to prepare, manufacture and sell food to the public can ensure their facilities meet Tennessee Department of Agriculture regulations through an upcoming course presented by University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Food Science Technology and UT Extension faculty. Domestic Kitchen - Tennessee Food Safety Certification, will be held 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. CST, Sept. 8 at the Williamson County Extension Office, 4215 Long Lane, Suite 200, Franklin. |
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| MARSHALL COUNTY’S UNEMPLOYMENT RATE DROPS AGAIN | ||
| Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for July was 9.8 percent, down two-tenths of a percentage point from the revised June rate of 10.0 percent. | ||
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| Automotive SupplierAnnounces $26 Million Investment in Shelbyville | ||
| Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber announced that SMW Automotive will open a production facility in Shelbyville. | ||
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| BBQ Dinner for Jacy Hinds | ||
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September 11th BBQ Dinner for 5 year old Jacy Hinds and family Bar-B-Q Dinner served at Lewisburg Elks Lodge from 4 – 7 pm. Plates to go also available. Tommy Harris will be cooking Boston butts. |
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| Recently Purchase a New Heating or Cooling Appliance? You Could be Eligible for a Rebate | ||
| Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber announced the State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program will open Tuesday, Aug. 24 at noon. | ||
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| Marshall County to Receive over $29,000 in a Litter Grant | ||
| Governor Phil Bredesen and TDOT Commissioner Gerald Nicely have awarded $3,862,515 in litter grant funds to all 95 counties in Tennessee. | ||
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| State Revokes License of Murfreesboro CPA | ||
| The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance has revoked the accountancy license and CPA firm permit of Mark S. Riddle, and has permanently barred him from seeking an insurance agent license or any securities registrations in the state. | ||
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| MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING | ||
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SPECIAL CALL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 – 6:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE III. ROLL CALL IV. NEW BUSINESS 1. Chairman 2. Chairman Pro-Tem 3. Nominating Committee V. ANNOUNCEMENTS VI. ADJOURNMENT |
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| Douglas Avenue Man Charged with Rape; Bond Set | ||
| A 27 year old Douglas Avenue man was arrested and reportedly charged with rape after officials determined during an interview with the young man, that there was enough probable cause to arrest him. | ||
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| EGG RECALL… | ||
| Wright County Egg of Galt, Iowa is voluntarily recalling specific dates of shell eggs produced by their farms because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. | ||
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| State of Tennessee Issues Report of Cash Shortages and Thefts County by County | ||
| The state’s comptroller’s office has issued a county-by-county list of missing funds for each of Tennessee’s 95 counties. | ||
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| TENNESSEE INVESTS IN SOIL CONSERVATION, WATER QUALITY PROJECTS; MARSHALL COUNTY TO RECEIVE GRANT | ||
| Governor Phil Bredesen and Agriculture Commissioner Ken Givens announced more than $3 million in cost share grants to 95 county soil conservation districts to help improve farmland and water quality. | ||
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| Donations Needed for Pregnancy Resource Center | ||
| The In His Image Pregnancy Resource Center, located at 432 East Commerce Street (Corner of East Commerce and Woodside) will be open Saturday, August 14th, from 8:00am until noon to receive donations of baby items such as bassinets, high chairs, changing tables, baby beds, strollers, bouncers, swings and car seats. | ||
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| State News… | ||
| Average retail gasoline prices in Tennessee have risen 3.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.60/g yesterday. This compares with the national average that has increased 2.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.78/g. Including the change in gas prices in Tennessee during the past week, prices yesterday were 13.0 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 6.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has increased 6.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 15.9 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago. | ||
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| $100,000 Bond Set for Sex Offender; Late August Court Date Set | ||
| A Marshall County sex offender who reportedly admitted to being in close proximity to his alleged victim has been placed under a $100,000 on charges that he violated resident and work restrictions in regards to his victim. | ||
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| Polls Open at 7am Tomorrow Morning; Election Office Offers Tips for Voting | ||
| If you didn’t early vote, tomorrow will be your last chance to cast your ballot for the candidate of your choice. | ||
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| SALES TAX HOLIDAY AUGUST 6 - 8 | ||
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The Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday ill take place beginning Friday, August 6 and continuing through Sunday, August 8. Tennessee shoppers will have three full days of tax breaks on clothing, school and art supplies, and computer purchases. |
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| State Troopers Remind Motorists to be Safe in the School Zone | ||
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The Tennessee Highway Patrol is gearing up for the school year with a heightened enforcement campaign to keep children safe in and around school zones. Cracking down on motorists who disregard laws designed to protect children and monitoring school zones and bus stops are just a few components of the enforcement effort. |
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| STITT NAMED THREE-STAR DIRECTOR | ||
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Tennessee Commissioner of Economic and Community Development Matt Kisber today announced that Jamie Stitt has been named the department’s Three-Star Director. Stitt was formerly a Regional Economic Development Specialist with ECD. |
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| Marshall County Sheriff's Dept. End of the Month Statistical Report | ||
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The Marshall County deputies traveled 24,633 miles while responding to 502 requests for service and serving 471 warrants and summons during the month of July. The warrants ranged from one wheel tax violation to 325 summonses. The request for service ranged from two assault calls to 61 false 911 calls. Among the 502 request for serve were also: 34 suspicious person calls, 29 domestic violence calls, 25 false residential alarm calls and 18 stray animal calls. Deputies also assisted with traffic control at 31 locations. The correction officers booked and processed 199 inmates and traveled 2,329 miles while transporting 28 inmates to various locations and transporting seven subjects to mental health facilities. The jail housed 87 inmates for the City of Lewisburg. Inmates worked 6,248 hours of volunteer service assisting other agencies. The daily average population for July was 117. |
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| Bank Robber Apprehended; 2nd Suspect Found Dead | ||
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(From Reports) A man accused of robbing the First Bank in Fayetteville was found dead (this) Monday morning. |
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| Historic Tennessee Newspapers to Be Available Online | ||
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Thousands of issues of old newspapers from across Tennessee will be available to the public online, courtesy of the Tennessee State Library and Archives. Using grant funding provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities as part of the National Digital Newspaper Program, the State Library and Archives will make available dozens of urban and rural newspapers from across the state. The State Library and Archives, which is part of the Tennessee Department of State, has been preserving newspapers on microfilm since 1957. The two-year process of converting those microfilmed documents into digital records will be managed by the University of Tennessee |
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| First Day of School | ||
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Wednesday, August 4 is the first day of school for Marshall County students. This is an abbreviated day, and school buses will not run. The first full day of school in the Marshall County School System is Friday, August 6; buses will pick up and deliver students on this date. |
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| Gas Prices Drop Slightly… | ||
| Average retail gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 0.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.55/g yesterday. This compares with the national average that has increased 0.6 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.75/g. Including the change in gas prices in Tennessee during the past week, prices yesterday were 17.5 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 1.5 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 2.1 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 21.6 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago. | ||
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| Sales Tax Holiday Coming this Weekend | ||
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Tennesseans Get a Break from State and Local Sales Taxes Aug. 6-8 NASHVILLE – The 2010 Sales Tax Holiday begins this Friday, and provides three full days of tax breaks on clothing, school and art supplies, and computer purchases. Visitwww.tntaxholiday.com or our new dedicated facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/TNTaxHoliday for detailed information on the holiday. |
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| Farmer’s Market Looking to Add Baked Goods | ||
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Baked goods now being sought for the farmer’s market in Lewisburg. If you are interested in selling non-potentially hazardous foods to the public, you must register for the next Middle Tennessee Food Safety Course. You may do so by contacting the UT Extension Office at 865-974-7717. The registration fee is a one time fee of $100. Once you have been permitted as a “Domestic Kitchen” you will be free to bake and sell your goods to the public without any problem. The Farmers Market is open Tuesdays from 11 am to 4 p.m. and Fridays 6am until 12noon. |
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| Annual Soccer Benefit Planned for this Thursday | ||
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The annual MCHS Soccer Benefit will get underway this Thursday on WAXO TV and Radio. The benefit is slated to start at approximately 6:15pm. There will be plenty of items to bid on or purchase and of course baked goods as well. Monies raised from the event will be used to defray costs associated with the upcoming season. As always, in-studio guests are welcome to attend. |
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| Japanese Auto Supplier to Build New Plant in Murfreesboro | ||
| Governor Phil Bredesen joined with Matt Kisber, commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development and community officials from Rutherford County in announcing plans by NHK Seating of America, Inc. to locate a manufacturing facility for automotive parts near the intersection of I-24 and Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Murfreesboro, Tenn. | ||
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| Lewisburg Officials File Warrants Against a Tennessee Man for Aggravated Kidnapping and Other Charges | ||
| A 44-year-old Smyrna man has several warrants awaiting him here in Lewisburg after he reportedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend in her Marshall County home. | ||
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| Tom Turchetta named MCHS Head Football Coach | ||
| Director of Schools Roy Dukes and Marshall County High School principal Keith Stacey have announced Tom Turchetta as the head football coach at MCHS. Coach Turchetta comes to Marshall County from Columbia Central High School where he served on a volunteer basis as defensive coordinator. While there, the Columbia team took the Region 8-AAA Championship and was State 5A Runner-Up. | ||
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| Lewisburg Christian Academy Slated to Open in Less than a Month | ||
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Marshall County’s newest school, Lewisburg Christian Academy is slated to begin it’s very first day of classes on August 6th. Even though the new school will open it’s doors for the first time, there’s still time to register your child for classes. The school will be open to all students in grades kindergarten through 3rd grade. Lewisburg Christian Academy is a non-denominational school with an emphasis on Christian Education. School board members recently announced that the yearly tuition has been reduced and will break down to approximately $60 per week for a year with payment schedules available. LCA will have certified teachers with a low student-teacher ratio. The school is presently located in the children’s wing of Life Song Family Church at 1041 So. Ellington Parkway. Organizers have plans to build an academy separate from the church with construction slated to begin in 2013. If you would like to enroll your child, please call 931-246-9LCA. |
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| Fundraiser for the Marshall County 10 year old Girls Softball Team | ||
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When: Tuesday, July 13th 8am On WAXO Radio and WAXO TV There will be drawings for door prizes and some items for sale to help the team offset the costs to travel to Altamont, Florida this week. Your support is greatly appreciated!! |
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| Drug Task Force Comes to Town to Investigate Illegal Drug Activity at Local Apartment Complex | ||
| The 17th Judicial Drug Task Force was in Lewisburg Friday conducting an investigation into some illegal drug activity in the area. | ||
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| Mr. Dukes has announced Keith Stacey as the next principal at Marshall County High School | ||
| Mr. Stacey issued the following statement: | ||
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| Nashville Man Arrested on Failure to Appear; Court Date Set | ||
| A Davidson County man is expected to be in court this week on charges of failure to appear. Reports say that 32-year-old William Howse was placed under a $16,000 bond after he allegedly failed to make a court appearance. According to a state warrant filed in Marshall County, Howse was initially charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license, simple possession, littering and tampering with evidence. Howse was arrested at the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept. | ||
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| Lonestar Championship Rodeo Comes to Fayetteville | ||
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The Spirit of the West Tour 2010... Lincoln County Showgrounds 4-H Arena Friday, July 16, 2010 We Finance Auto Sales of Hazel Green, AL Saturday, July 17, 2010 We Finance Auto Sales of Hazel Green, AL Ticket Prices Adults - $10 in Advance, $15 at the Gate Children - $8 in Advance, $10 at the Gate |
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| MCHS Class of 2000 | ||
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The MCHS Class of 2000 10-year reunion will be held at Saddle Creek, on July 17th. Doors will open at 6:30, and dinner will be served at 7:00. Tickets are $30 per couple, $15 for individuals, and will be sold at the door. |
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| Officials serve Capias Warrant After Locating Offender at the Scene of a Wreck | ||
| Authorities were able to locate a woman who was wanted on a capias warrant out of Marshall County Court. | ||
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| Preliminary Figures Show Decline in Fatal Crashes | ||
| The Tennessee Department of Safety announced today that preliminary figures indicate nine people were killed in traffic crashes on Tennessee roadways during the 78-hour Fourth of July holiday period, which ran from 6 p.m., Friday, July 2 through 11:59 p.m., Monday, July 5. | ||
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| Art's a Poppin' Winners Announced... | ||
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OIL - 1st Janet White, 2nd Ronnie Cheek, 3rd Brittany Chapman, H. Mention Janet White WATERCOLOR - 1st/2nd Mark Ivie, 3rd Melanie Gordon, H. Mention Peggy Hunter ACRYLIC/MIXED MEDIA - PEOPLES CHOICE ADULT & 1st place Kaitlyn Alexander, 2nd Patricia Faulkner, 3rd Brandi Liggett, H. Mention Peggy Hunter PASTEL/CHARCOAL: BEST OF SHOW & 1st place Felix Maxwell, 2nd Kaitlyn Alexander,3rd Felix Maxwell, H. Mention Brandi Liggett MINIATURES: 1st Melanie Gordon, 2nd Peggy Hunter, 3rd Peggy Hunter, H. Mention Charlotte Anderson PEN/INK-PENCIL: 1st & 2nd Mark Ivie, 3rd Melanie Gordon, H. Mention Brittany Chapman PHOTOGRAPHY / PORTRAITS: 1st Joe Greer, 2nd & H. Mention Kory Woodard, 3rd Melanie Gordon PHOTOGRAPHY / SCENES: 1st Joe Greer, 2nd Melanie Gordon, 3rd Pat Fitz, H. Mention Kory Woodward PHOTOGRAPHY / ANIMALS: 1st Joe Greer, 2nd & H. Mention Kory Woodard, 3rd Ed Tipper YOUTH K-5th GRADE: 1st, 2nd & BEST OF SHOW Katie Morton, 3rd Marshall Lewis, H. Mention Sarah Beth Prosser 9th - 12th GRADE: 1st & PEOPLES CHOICE Jennifer Perryman |
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| WAXO Radio and WAXO TV on Facebook | ||
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Become a friend of WAXO and check us out on Facebook. Periodic updates on events, benefits and Tradetime merchandise. Check out our pictures as well on our Facebook page: WAXO Radio and TV |
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| Marshall County Memorial Library Receives Grant | ||
| Marshall County Memorial Library Foundation to receive $3,650 technology grant administered by the Tennessee Department of State. | ||
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| THP Announces July 4th Weekend Crackdown on Drunk Drivers | ||
| The Tennessee Highway Patrol announced that State Troopers will be out in full force during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, cracking down on drunk drivers with an aggressive Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest enforcement blitz. | ||
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| Early Voting for the August 5th Election | ||
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Early voting for the August 5th election will begin on Friday, July 16th and will end Saturday, July 31st, at the Election Commission Office, 230 College Street, Suite 120 (East Wing) in the Hardison Annex. Early voting hours will be Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm and on Saturday (17th, 24th, and 31st) 8 am – 12 noon. Those having questions should call the election office at 359-4894, Email: mcec@bellsouth.net www.marshallcountytn.com/residents/elections |
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| REGISTRATION DEADLINE for EARLY VOTING | ||
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The last day to register for the August 5th Elections will be Tuesday, July 6th in the Marshall County Election Commission office (Office will be closed Monday, July 5th in observance of Fourth of July). If anyone needs to do an address change or last name change, this also can be done before the August 5th election. Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4 pm. |
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| New Residential Codes Set by the State of Tennessee | ||
| The Tennessee Clean Energy Future Act provisions regarding adoption and enforcement of a residential building code to one- and two-family residences across the state have taken effect. The State Fire Marshal Office’s code enforcement program will begin in October. In the interim, the State will contract with code inspectors, establish a network of issuing agents where the construction permits can be obtained and finalize the process for payments. | ||
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| New Solid Waste Disposal Company to Begin Operations July 5th | ||
| Beginning July 5, 2010, Allied Waste, a Republic Services Company, will begin providing solid waste disposal services to residents and businesses in Lewisburg, TN that currently are serviced by the City of Lewisburg. Allied has been providing disposal services throughout middle Tennessee for over 30 years. Allied will provide weekly service to the 3700+ homes and 200+ businesses in Lewisburg. Allied Waste operates the Middle Point Landfill in Murfreesboro, TN, which is where all of the solid waste from Lewisburg will be deposited. Below are some of the specifics the citizens and business owners of Lewisburg need to know: | ||
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| Marshall County Woman Injured Following Single Vehicle Crash | ||
| A Marshall County woman was lucky to have been spared from any serious injuries after she was involved in a single vehicle crash shortly before 11am this (Wednesday) morning. | ||
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| Crime Stoppers Returns to WAXO; Show to Feature 3 of Marshall County’s Most Wanted | ||
| Marshall County’s Crime Stoppers will be back on WAXO tomorrow (Wednesday) morning with Chief Deputy Billy Lamb of the Marshall County’s Sheriff’s Dept. This weeks edition of Crime Stoppers will feature three of Marshall County’s most Wanted. The program is set to air at approximately 8:30am. The very first Crime Stoppers Program aired in late 2008. To date, nearly a dozen individuals have been apprehended as a result of the shows. Crime Stoppers will pay for information leading to the arrest and charging of any felony suspects. All callers will remain anonymous. This program helps to keep our communities safe and works to fight crime in our neighborhoods and schools. | ||
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| Man Arrested After Falsely Imprisoning a Census Taker in Chapel Hill | ||
| A young census taker working in the north end of the county told officers at the Chapel Hill Police Dept. that he was assaulted and held against his will while working as an agent for the U.S. Census. | ||
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| Lewisburg Man Facing Charges in Neighboring Giles County | ||
| Officials in neighboring Giles County say that Thirty-three year old Jason N. Mills of Lewisburg was reportedly arrested over the weekend by the Giles County Sheriffs Department. | ||
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| Man Sent to Maury Regional Medical Center after Falling from Horse | ||
| A 72 year old man was transported to the Maury Regional Medical Center by the Marshall County Ambulance Service after he reportedly fell from a horse around 5pm (Tuesday) this afternoon. | ||
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| Bedford County Commission Recognizes Bedford County Troopers | ||
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The Bedford County Commission will recognize eight Tennessee State Troopers from the Bedford County detachment by official proclamation for their commitment to outstanding public service, professionalism, teamwork and improvement to highway safety throughout the community and the state. The proclamation will be presented by Mayor Eugene Ray at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 8 at the Bedford County Commission meeting. |
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| Marshall County Man Charged with Burglarizing Local Business | ||
| A young Marshall County man was arrested on a state warrant after he allegedly burglarized a local business. Officials say that 23-year-old Tyler K. Parrish of 1048 Cornersville Road, Lewisburg was taken into custody and placed under a $6000 bond for his alleged role in the burglary. Reports indicate that the business sustained a broken glass window valued at over $500 plus the loss of cigarettes and beer. Parrish is expected to be in court this month to answer to the charges. | ||
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| Free Fishing Day | ||
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Every year on the second Saturday in June (it is on June 12, 2010), the TWRA allows all residents and non-residents to fish without a license. Children that are 15 years of age or younger may fish without a license for the entire week starting on Free Fishing Day and continuing through the following Friday. Children younger than 13 may fish without a license at any time of the year. The TWRA sponsors many Kids Free Fishing Day events and stocks thousand of pounds of catfish to help make the events quality experiences for young anglers. |
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| THP Participates in Operation Roadcheck 2010 | ||
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The Tennessee Highway Patrol will team up with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance for Operation Roadcheck 2010, the largest targeted enforcement program on commercial vehicles in the world. The 72-hour roadside inspection will begin on midnight, Tuesday, June 8 and run through midnight, Thursday, June 10 across North America. The ultimate goal of Operation Roadcheck is to enhance truck and bus safety, as well as security throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico. |
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| Officials Respond to Near Drowning at Recreation Center | ||
| On the heels of the death of a young Marshall County toddler who drowned Memorial Day, officials were reportedly called to the Lewisburg Recreation Center Saturday afternoon after a pre-schooler was being given CPR following a reported incident at the swimming pool. | ||
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| Henry Horton State Park Restaurant to Stay Open; Employees Jobs Saved | ||
| Marshall County got some good economic news Friday. County Mayor Joe Boyd Liggett and State Representative Eddie Bass were quick to let WAXO Radio and TV know that the restaurant at Henry Horton State Park will remain open. | ||
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| TBI SPECIAL AGENT SHOOTS SUSPECT | ||
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Nashville, TN- This afternoon at approximately 5:00PM, a Special Agent with TBI’s Drug Investigation Division shot a suspect while trying to serve a failure to appear warrant on him on Thomas Road in Cookeville, TN. |
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| FROM OUR FRIENDS AT THE EAGLEVILLE TIMES… | ||
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Eagleville Main Street Festival Saturday, June 5th, 10 am - 5 pm Large variety of great vendor booths, lots of food, Mid Tn Cloggers, live music all day, Pie & Donut eating contest Car & Motorcycle Show presented by Rutherford County Sheriff's Dept. and City of Eagleville Animals provided by Lucky Ladd Farm, Inflatables for the kids, Festival mc'd by Keith Bilbrey. |
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| Memorial Day Service | ||
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American Legion/VFW Memorial Day Service will be held on the Lewisburg Square at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 31, Memorial Day. |
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| Marshall County Woman Charged with TennCare Fraud | ||
| A Marshall County woman is charged with TennCare fraud after attempting to use TennCare to pay for an altered prescription. The Office of Inspector General announced the arrest of Heather R. Rogers, 20, of Lewisburg. Her arrest was assisted by the Lewisburg Police Department. Rogers was arrested on a warrant alleging she changed a prescription for the painkiller Hydrocodone from ten, which the prescription was written for, to 20 pills. She’s accused of attempting to get the forged prescription filled, and to use TennCare to pay for it at a local pharmacy. She did not receive the medication. Rogers faces one count of TennCare fraud. Penalties for the charge can include up to two years in prison. Marshall County District Attorney General Charles Crawford is prosecuting. | ||
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| Pulaski Man Busted on Numerous Drug Charges; Mid-June Court Date Set | ||
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A 54-year-old Pulaski man was placed under a $139,000 bond after eight warrants of sale, distribution and possession of drugs were assessed against him. Reports say that Gregory Everhart of 616 Jefferson Street Pulaski was arrested late last week on the charges that listed the Drug Task Force as the complainant. Doug McBay with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept arrested Everhart. Everhart was reportedly a former resident of Marshall County. |
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| Annual Benefit for Special Olympics Set for this | ||
| WAXO will be hosting the annual Special Olympics Benefit this upcoming Thursday live from WAXO’s Studio “B”. The fundraiser is slated to get underway at appx. 6:15 pm. There will be plenty of great items to bid on or purchase during the 2 hour event. As always, in-studio guests are welcome to attend. If you would like to make a donation in advance of the benefit, please contact WAXO at 359-6641 or 359-6642. All donations will be acknowledged on WAXO Radio and WAXO TV. Monies raised will be used to defray the costs of upcoming events for our Marshall County Special Olympians. Please make plans to join us. That’s this Thursday at 6:15pm. | ||
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| Fourth of July Parade To Honor Military Families; Entries Sought | ||
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The Marshall County Chamber of Commerce Fourth of July Parade is planned for 9 am Saturday July 3. Businesses, churches, non-profit groups and individuals are encouraged to register and participate in the parade. |
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| U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency Lists Addresses of Homes that May have been Used to Manufacture Drugs | ||
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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency has made public a national list of homes that may have been used to clandestinely make illegal drugs. |
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| 2nd Annual Marshall County Technology & Energy Fair | ||
| The 2nd Annual Marshall County Technology & Energy Fair is coming to the Marshall County High School in Lewisburg on May 27, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will bring seminars and booths with lots of information on the latest in technology and energy innovations and how the two tools can help your home, office or business. The Marshall County Joint Economic and Community Development Board is sponsoring the event through its Technology Committee. Doors to the event will open at 11 a.m. with vendor booths, door prizes and more along with sessions on specific topics throughout the day. | ||
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| Class Reunion Announcement | ||
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The Marshall County High School class of 1970 will have their 40 year reunion on Saturday May 29th. The hootin’ and hollerin’ will start at 7pm at the Henry Horton State Park Conference Lodge. All class members and anyone who may have been members anytime during our 12 years are heartily invited. To make reservations call Joan Beatty Sircy @ 615-859-0923 or Mike Allen @ 615-868-4908. Basketball Reunion Announcement: The Marshall County High School men’s basketball teams of Coach Jerre Vaughan 1968-70 are having a reunion on Saturday May 29th. The dribbling and dunking will begin at 11 AM in the training room at First Commerce Bank, 500 N Ellington Pkwy, Lewisburg. Please bring stories, memories and any memorabilia. Light snacks will be provided. For info and reservations call Mike Allen 615-305-4732 |
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| Moms on a Mission Surpasses Goal to Raise Money for Local Troops | ||
| In about one hour this (Friday) morning, $1000 was raised for the Moms on a Mission organization to help defray the costs of postage to mail out care packages to our local troops. | ||
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| FLOODING CLEANUP JOBS AVAILABLE IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE | ||
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Tennessee Career Centers are announcing the availability of more than 2,000 area jobs to assist in the cleanup and restoration of flood-damaged properties. The jobs are mostly temporary, do not require experience, and offer pay rates averaging $8-10 per hour. |
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| Marshall County Recovery Program Hold Additional Job Fair | ||
| The Marshall County Recovery Program will be holding an additional Job Fair. To participate, you must have already been declared eligible for the program and have not received a job. 120 of your neighbors have already gotten jobs through this program and there are now more jobs available. | ||
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| LONE STAR CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO---SPIRIT OF THE WEST TOUR 2010 | ||
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TO BENEFIT CHAPEL HILL TOUCHDOWN ASSOCIATION LOCATION: CHAPEL HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHAPEL HILL, TENNESSEE FRIDAY, MAY 21, 2010 8:00 PM TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL NIGHT SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2010 8:00 PM TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL NIGHT TICKET PRICES: $10.00 ADULTS IN ADVANCE AND $15.00 AT THE GATE, CHILDREN 12 & UNDER ARE $8.OO IN ADVANCE AND $10.00 AT THE GATE CHILDREN 3 & UNDER IS FREE ADVANCE TICKETS GO OFF SALE THURSDAY MAY 20TH AT 5PM |
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| Moms on a Mission Looking to Raise Money for Care Packages | ||
| Moms on a Mission will be in the WAXO studios this Friday asking listeners and viewers to donate money to help defray the costs of postage for their shipments of care packages to soldiers deployed overseas. The “Moms” will be on the air around 7am. In case you are not familiar with the organization, Marshall Co Moms on a Mission is about supporting local Service members in our community. The group sends boxes to active duty service members who are serving in war torn areas. All donations will be acknowledged on WAXO. Donations made in honor or memory of a service member will receive an acknowledgment on WAXO TV. Please show your support of our service men. | ||
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| Marshall County Women Banking on Each Other | ||
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Ladies Who Launch and First Farmers and Merchants Bank are hosting a luncheon to inspire the women of Marshall County. The luncheon is free to the first 50 participants. 10 women will WIN a scholarship to a LWL incubator series held at the Lewisburg branch. |
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| Lewisburg Police Department Law Enforcement Memorial Service | ||
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May 13, 2010 • Rock Creek Park A Memorial Service to honor Law Enforcement Officers will be held this Thursday at Rock Creek Park. A schedule of events: |
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| Detectives Investigate 3 Cases of “Huffing” that Ultimately Sent Teens to Area Hospitals | ||
| Huffing is the 3rd most abused substance by teenagers and is an increasing problem in today's society, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. And sadly enough, Marshall County is not immune to the growing problem. Shortly after 1:30am Sunday morning, officials began receiving information on several teens that had become extremely sick. | ||
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| WAXO Sends First Truck Loaded with Supplies to Hickman County | ||
| Shortly after 3pm Sunday afternoon, a truck loaded with supplies for the flood victims left from in front of the WAXO Studios enroute to Hickman County. The collection effort began late Wednesday after WAXO received numerous calls of listeners and viewers wanting to help the flood victims in Middle Tennessee. | ||
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| Federal Assistance Available for Marshall County Property Owners | ||
| Congressman Bart Gordon announced the U.S. Small Business Administration is making loans available to help Marshall County individuals and small businesses recover from the devastation of recent flooding. Marshall County is eligible for the SBA assistance because it is adjacent to a county that has already been declared a disaster area by the President. | ||
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| If you Won Tickets to the Country Music Hall of Fame, WAXO would Like to let You Know… | ||
| THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME TO REOPEN THIS WEEKEND | ||
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| WAXO Radio and TV Taking Donations to Assist Flood Victims in Hickman County | ||
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WAXO Radio and TV will be accepting donations of bottled water, cleaning supplies and insect repellent to assist flood victims in Middle Tennessee. The collection effort will also involve several local businesses including Marshall County Chiropractic located on South Ellington Parkway. Items can be left at WAXO Studio “B”. So far donations of water, diapers and hand sanitizer have been brought by. Some suggested items include: Insect Repellent Cleaning Supplies Brooms/Mops Paper Towels/ Wipes/Cleaning Cloths. Diapers and Wipes Gloves (Rubber and Work type) Canned Goods (Please, NO box type items i.e., mac n'cheese, cereals, etc.---canned goods will be easier to store in any condition while boxed goods may become contaminated, dirty or damp) NO CLOTHING. Sorry, but any clothing left at the drive will be disposed of due to the fact that there is no place to store clothes at the present time. THANK YOU to White-Lowe Cleaners and Hal August for donating a box truck to store and transport the items in. |
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| FOUR MORE COUNTIES DESIGNATED FOR DISASTER ASSISTANCE | ||
| Four additional counties have been designated for disaster assistance as part of Tennessee’s federal disaster declaration, according to officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. | ||
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| Tennessee Titans Issue Statement About Playing Field | ||
| Titans officials have admitted they were very close to seeing much more damage to team facilities due to the rising waters over weekend, but Titans Chief Operating Officer Steve Underwood reported Tuesday morning the organization received little to no damage to its facilities. | ||
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| State Agencies Urge Water Conservation, Health and Safety Measures in Flooded Areas | ||
| As residents in many Tennessee counties work to move forward in the aftermath of this past weekend’s devastating storms, the Tennessee Department of Health and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation remind citizens to take precautions to stay healthy. | ||
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| State-wide status report, issued at 3 p.m Monday | ||
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The State Emergency Operations Center in Nashville has issued a statewide status report. There have been 14 confirmed fatalities – 1 tornado related and the rest water-related deaths: Davidson County – 6 Perry County – 2 Stewart County – 2 Carroll County – 1 Williamson County – 1 Hickman County – 1 Hardeman County – 1 (tornado) |
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| Drug Charges Draw Young Man $7000 Bond | ||
| A 20-year-old man was placed under a $20,000 bond following charges that were assessed against from several incidents that took place last summer. | ||
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| Marshall County Sees its Share of Rain and Dangerous Storms | ||
| Most of Middle Tennessee took a beating over the weekend and Marshall County was no exception to the rule. | ||
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| Flood Warning | ||
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THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN TENNESSEE (LOCALLY) DUCK RIVER AT COLUMBIA AFFECTING MAURY COUNTY DUCK RIVER NEAR SHELBYVILLE AFFECTING BEDFORD AND MARSHALL COUNTIES ELK RIVER NEAR PROSPECT AFFECTING LIMESTONE AND GILES COUNTIES RICHLAND CREEK ABOVE PULASKI AFFECTING GILES COUNTY WIDESPREAD HEAVY RAIN HAS CAUSED AREA RIVERS AND STREAMS TO RISE ABOVE FLOOD STAGE AND FURTHER RISES ARE EXPECTED THROUGH TONIGHT. MANY RIVERS WILL REMAIN HIGH INTO THE WEEK WITH MODERATE TO MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING. |
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| State-wide Weather status report issued at 3 p.m. Sunday (From TEMA) | ||
| The State Emergency Operations Center in Nashville has issued a state-wide status report. | ||
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| NO SCHOOL IN MARSHALL COUNTY (Monday, May 3rd) | ||
| NO SCHOOL IN MARSHALL COUNTY (Monday, May 3rd) per the Board of Education. | ||
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| Bond Set for Suspect Accused of Selling Drugs to Informant | ||
| Officials have set a $32,000 bond for an individual who was charged with selling Lortabs to an informant. | ||
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| Damages Reported in the $1000’s to Transformer Belonging to Duck River Electric | ||
| A transformer located in the north end of the county sustained thousands of dollars in damages after someone reportedly shot the piece of equipment with a rifle. Officials were unclear exactly when the transformer was vandalized but believe it may have occurred sometime between March 15th and April 15th. The transformer is located on Highway 99 in the Caney Springs community. The piece of equipment was valued at over $14,000. Anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in that area, is encourage to call Crime Stoppers at 359-4867. | ||
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| Domestic Assault Nets Petersburg Man More Charges; 5 Separate Bonds Set on the Charges | ||
| A Petersburg man found himself on the wrong side of the law after a domestic assault lead to a variety of charges for the 63-year-old man. | ||
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| Rural Firefighters and Marshall County EMA Assist in Bedford County Fighting Fire | ||
| The Marshall County EMA, along with units from the Belfast and Farmington Volunteer Fire Depts. joined forces to assist fire units in neighboring Bedford County after a fire broke out in a rural home not far from Marshall County line. According to EMA Director Bob Hopkins, the home was “fully involved” when fire units arrived on the scene. The house was located near the Wheel Community on Highway 64. The fire broke out about 1:30am Sunday morning. The home sustained a substantial amount of damage. It was unclear how the fire began. | ||
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| County Commissioners to Address a Tax Rate Hike for Marshall County Tonight at 6pm | ||
| The first new item of business for the Marshall County Commissioners when they meet in regular session tonight will be a resolution “for levying an additional sales and use tax” here in the county. Resolution 10-04-0, being presented by County Commissioner Mickey King, aims to impose a local sales and use tax at a rate of 2.75%, not to exceed the maximum percentage as stated in the “1963 Local Option Revenue Act”. | ||
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| MCHS Band Boosters Fundraiser Slated for This Thursday on WAXO | ||
| Please join your friends at WAXO, as we get set to host our first fundraiser for the MCHS Band Boosters. The benefit will get underway this Thursday evening at approximately 6:15pm live from WAXO’s Studio “B”. As always, in-studio guests are welcome to attend the show live. There will be plenty of great items to bid on or purchase during the show. Money raised from the event will be used to defray costs associated with the band’s upcoming season. If you need additional information, please call WAXO at 359-6641 or 359-6642 or check out WAXO’s Facebook page. | ||
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| State Fire Marshal Investigates Suspicious Fire Friday Afternoon | ||
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The state fire marshal was in Lewisburg Friday afternoon after an unoccupied home caught fire. WAXO News was on the scene and learned that the home, located just off the Nashville Hwy. on Old Lane Road, sustained most of the damage to the front of the house. A person of interest was reportedly arrested a short time later. Tune into WAXO News for additional information. |
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| HHW Mobile Collection Service in Marshall County on May 1st | ||
| The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Marshall County on May 1. | ||
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| TDA NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ANIMAL SPAY/NEUTER GRANTS | ||
| The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for animal spay/neuter grants. The grants supports low cost spay/neuter programs in Tennessee and are funded through Animal Friendly license plate sales. | ||
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| Davy Crockett's marriage license returned to Jefferson County, with assistance from the State Library and Archives | ||
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He is known in as “King of the Wild Frontier” – a frontiersman, soldier and politician who, according to legend, could wade the Mississippi River, leap the Ohio River or ride a streak of lightning. Yet early in his life, Davy Crockett was also a jilted lover. He obtained a marriage license to wed Margaret Elder, who broke his heart by marrying someone else instead. Although the marriage never happened, the marriage license remained on file at the Jefferson County Courthouse until it was lost decades ago. |
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| Bredesen Announces Development District Grants to Help Manage and Reduce Waste in Tennessee | ||
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Governor Phil Bredesen and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced today that eight of the state’s development districts will receive grants totaling $294,262 to support solid waste management activities in fiscal year 2010-11 in communities across Tennessee. |
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| East Commerce Man Faces Meth-Related Charge; Bond and Court Date Set | ||
| A 35 year old Lewisburg man was recently arrested on a state warrant issued by the 17th Judicial Drug Task Force on a charge of promotion of meth manufacturing. | ||
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| Under the Heading…You Can Run But You Can’t Hide… | ||
| A Nashville man may have regretted coming to Lewisburg after officials arrested him and soon found out he was a fugitive from justice. | ||
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| County Commissioners to Address a Tax Rate Hike for Marshall County | ||
| The first new item of business for the Marshall County Commissioners when they meet in regular session this month will be a resolution “for levying an additional sales and use tax” here in the county. | ||
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| ATTENTION Employers Interested in the Marshall County Recovery Program | ||
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Employers interested in participating in the Marshall County Recovery Program must return their “Employer Commitment Form” to the Lewisburg City Hall building by 4:30 Friday, April 16th. |
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| Marshall County Recovery Program Job Fair Date Quickly Approaches | ||
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The Marshall County Recovery Program Job Fair is set for Tuesday, April 20th from 9:00am-2:00pm at the Lewisburg Recreation Center and organizers are gearing up for a large turnout. |
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| Volunteers Sought to Help in Times of Public Health Emergencies | ||
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The South Central Region of the Tennessee Department of Health and the South Central Tennessee Regional Medical Reserve Corps unit are looking for volunteers to help out in the event of a public health emergency. |
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| TBI ARRESTS FORMER IRON CITY POLICE CHIEF | ||
| Nashville, TN- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation this week arrested the former police chief of Iron City, TN after he was indicted by a Lawrence County Grand Jury last month. | ||
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| Several Hundred People Turn Out for Country Boy Horse Show | ||
| Some of the most beautiful horses in Middle Tennessee could be seen at the Country Boy Horse Show held this past Saturday at the Robin Hood Road Show grounds. | ||
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| Mid-May Court Date Set for Man on State Warrants | ||
| A Marshall County man is expected to be in court in Mid-May after he was arrested on three outstanding state warrants. Reports indicate that 30-year-old Andrew Pinkerton of 1670 Beard Lane was placed under a $9000 bond after he turned himself into authorities last week on reported charges of possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a schedule four drug for resale and sale of a schedule 6 drug. Pinkerton’s court date is May 18th. Pinkerton was booked and processed into the Marshall County Jail on the charges. | ||
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| Burglaries, Burglaries and More Burglaries | ||
| Reports say that an apartment dweller at 1230 South Ellington Parkway reported that a flat screen TV and camcorder was removed from her home. The value was reported to be over $700. Entry appeared to have been gained through a screened window. An outbuilding at a residence on 7th Avenue was also broken into on the same day with a number of power tools being stolen. On Gills Chapel Road, a homeowner there reported that someone broke into her garage and also stole the items out of her glove compartment in her car. And yet another burglary was reported, this time on Spring Place Road. A thief or thieves broke into a storage shed and removed several items but not before breaking into the home and making off with additional items. Fortunately, authorities were able to lift a fingerprint off a toolbox in the storage shed to aid them with their investigation into that break-in. If you have any information on any of these break-ins, please call Crime Stoppers at 359-4867. | ||
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| BREAKING NEWS... | ||
| Numerous Emergency Crews are at Columbia State Community College (Lewisburg) after several students reported being sickened by some kind of "vapor" that was believed to have been emanating throughout portions of the building. Details are still sketchy but at least 2 people have been transported to Marshall Medical Center as a precautionary measure. WAXO News is on the scene and will have additional details. | ||
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| House passes bill that more than doubles penalty for armed robbery | ||
| Democratic Leader Gary Odom passed a long-overdue measure through the Tennessee House of Representatives Thursday that will more than double the minimum time served for armed robbery. | ||
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| MARCH of DIMES Walk for Babies | ||
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Saturday, April 10th Lewisburg Rec. Ctr. Registration: 8am Walk: 9am Free Grilled Hot Dogs, Snacks, Drinks and More!! Register for door prizes! Even if you don’t participate in the walk, please come on out and support the March of Dimes |
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| BREDESEN ANNOUNCES JOB CREATION PLAN FOR MARSHALL COUNTY | ||
| Governor Phil Bredesen today announced a plan to reduce unemployment in Marshall County by putting up to 175 people back to work using federal dollars available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Marshall County has had the state’s highest unemployment rate – 19.1 percent in February – for the past three months and includes 2,330 currently unemployed residents. | ||
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| End of the Month Statistical Report | ||
| The Marshall County deputies traveled 21,364 miles while responding to 375 requests for service and serving 481 warrants and summons during the month of March. The warrants ranged from one detainer warrant and 361 summonses. | ||
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| Man Presumed Drowned Located Safely Following Search | ||
| A man who was believed to have drowned in an area creek was located safely this morning after a several hours long search. Officials with the Marshall County EMA, the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept., the EMS and several rural volunteer fire depts. combed areas around Anes Station Road and Powell Lane for a 76-year-old man. Officials located the man at approximately 9:45am clinging to a log on the Powell Lane side of the creek. Preliminary reports said the man had reportedly been missing since late Sunday evening when authorities were alerted. | ||
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| Cattle Rustlers Make Off with Nearly $7500 worth of Red Angus Cows | ||
| A Maury County man was assaulted at a local barn lot on Old Berlin Road late last week. | ||
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| Easter Egg Hunts Will be Held---Rain or Shine | ||
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7:35am Saturday, April 3rd The WAXO Easter Egg Hunts will be held today---rain or shine. In case of rain, children are asked to meet under the pavilion at whichever hunt they attend. Candy will be handed out to each child. There will also be a drawing for many prizes at each hunt. CORNERSVILLE 10AM TOWN PARK LEWISBURG 11AM REC CTR. CHAPEL HILL 1PM CHES BACK PLAYGROUND |
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| 27th Annual WAXO Easter Egg Hunts Planned for Saturday | ||
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The 27th Annual WAXO Easter Egg Hunts will get underway this Saturday in Marshall County. Three great hunts---Cornersville, Lewisburg and Chapel Hill. Cornersville: 10am Town Park Lewisburg: 11am Marshall Co. Rec Ctr. (Please note location change). This hunt has been moved due to the recent courthouse renovations. Chapel Hill: 1pm CHES Playground |
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| Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept. and TBI Investigate Early Morning Shooting | ||
| A 60 year old Marshall County man remains in stable condition at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville after he was shot in the head around 12:30am this (Wednesday) morning. Officials identified the victim as Ralph Fuller. Fuller was shot in the head near his head. Authorities have been attempting to notify the man’s relatives to make them aware of his condition. Fuller had to be transported to the National Guard Armory to an awaiting helicopter. In the meantime, officials are still investigating what led up to the shooting. Authorities continue to look for a possible witness. The shooting occured at a residence on Bob Hopkins Road just off New Lake Road. | ||
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| HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS’ SPECTACULAR SHOW PROMPTS RETURN | ||
| After leaving thousands of excited fans in Nashville cheering for more, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters have announced they will bring their 2010 “Magical Memories” World Tour back to Nashville on Sunday, April 18. | ||
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| March of Dimes Pageant Draws Over 200 People | ||
| A total of 61 children were part of the very first Little Mr. and Little Miss Middle Tennessee Pageant that was held Saturday at Rock Creek Park. | ||
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| FBI Fugitive Darrell Rene Copper Arrested in Pulaski | ||
| My Harrison, Special Agent in Charge of the Memphis Division of the FBI, announced today the arrest of Darrell Rene Copper, age 34, in Pulaski, Tennessee. At approximately 5:25 p.m., Copper was arrested without incident by officers from the Pulaski Police Department, special agents of the FBI, and task force officers from the Columbia Police Department and Maury County Sheriff’s Department who are assigned to the FBI’s Violent Crimes Task Force. | ||
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| $50,000 Bond Set for Man Revoked Following Capias Warrant | ||
| A 42-year-old Florida Man had his $50,000 bond revoked following a capias warrant for his arrest. Reports from the Marshall County Sheriff’s office indicate that Christopher T. Showers was met at the Marshall County Jail and served a warrant for theft and forgery. Judge Criggler revoked shower’s bond according to reports. The warrant was originally issued in September of 2009. | ||
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| Two Cases of Vandalism Reported in the North End of the County | ||
| Nearly $500 in damages was reported to Forrest Junior High School after someone reportedly shot the door out in the west wing of the school. | ||
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| Officials Investigate Finding of Fake $100 Bill | ||
| The Lewisburg Police Dept.’s detective division is investigating a case of counterfeit money…in this case, a $100 bill. | ||
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| Marshall County Meth Offender Registry Grows to Three | ||
| Marshall County’s Meth Offender Registry featured only one individual for well over a year. Now that number has grown to three including one female. | ||
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| WAXO Set to Host the 5th Annual March of Dimes Benefit | ||
| The WAXO 5th annual March of Dimes Radio and TV benefit will get underway next Thursday, March 25th live from WAXO’s Studio “B”. The benefit is slated to get underway at 6:15pm live. In-studio guests are always welcome. There will be a wide variety of items to purchase or bid on…everything from baked goods to food and business certificates to toys, tools and more. All of the proceeds will go to the March of Dimes. If you would like to donate a new item or antique for the benefit, please contact WAXO. Baked goods are also being accepted as well. For more information, please call 359-6641 or 359-6642. | ||
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| 3rd Annual WAXO-March of Dimes Hot Dog Cook-Out Planned | ||
| Make plans to join WAXO and First Farmers Bank for the third annual March of Dimes Hotdog Cook-out next Thursday, March 25th. The annual cook-out will be held at WAXO’s Studio “B”. The hotdogs will be on the grill and ready to serve by 11am. The cost is $6 and will include a delicious grilled hotdog, chips, drink and a homemade dessert. All proceeds will go to the March of Dimes. In-town delivery will be available. Please come and join your friends and neighbors at the 3rd annual March of Dimes Hotdog Cook-out, Thursday, March 25th from 11am until 1pm. | ||
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| Little Miss and Little Mister Middle Tennessee Pageant Slated for March 27th | ||
| There’s still time to enter your child in the Little Miss and Little Mister Middle Tennessee Pageant coming up on Saturday, March 27th. | ||
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| FUNTIME BOWL & MARCH OF DIMES to Host Bowling for Babies | ||
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Wednesday, March 24th 6-8pm $2.50 Includes Game and Shoes All Bowling Proceeds go to the March of Dimes Family & Church Friendly---For ALL Ages!! |
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| Lewisburg Animal Shelter Beginning to See Increase In Dog Adoptions | ||
| The Lewisburg Animal Shelter has begun to show an increase in dog adoptions over the past 2 weeks. | ||
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| BREAKING NEWS...PLAQUE HONORING FALLEN SOLDIERS VANDALIZED AND THROWN INTO ROCK CREEK | ||
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| NEW STUDY SUGGESTS PRE-K HAS REAL BUT LIMITED BENEFITS | ||
| A new report released by the state Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability suggests that some students who attend state-funded pre-kindergarten (pre-K) programs perform better during their first two years of school. | ||
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| Grass Fire Keep Rural Firefighters Busy | ||
| The warmer temps were a nice welcome over the weekend but with temps reaching into the mid-60’s, firemen were busy battling grass fires in nearly every part of the county. | ||
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| Steve “Woody” Woodward Announces His Candidacy for Marshall County Sheriff’s Race on WAXO | ||
| Marshall County resident Steve “Woody” Woodward was in the WAXO studios this week announcing his intentions to run for sheriff of Marshall County. Steve “Woody” Woodward is one of seven individuals who have picked up their qualifying papers from the Marshall County Election Commission. | ||
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| Marshall County Man Placed Under Substantial Bond After Failing to Appear in Court | ||
| A 38 year old Lewisburg man has been placed under a $74,000 bond after he reportedly failed to show up for his day in court. | ||
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| Chapel Hill Chief of Police Makes it Official; Files Paperwork with Election Commission | ||
| The very last person who so far has picked up his papers to run for sheriff of Marshall County has turned in his qualifying papers to make it official. | ||
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| Dogs Granted a Stay of Execution | ||
| WAXO was reporting on Thursday that several dogs at the Lewisburg Animal Shelter would be euthanized beginning at about 10am. | ||
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| Tennessee State Parks Provide Strong Support for Local Economies | ||
| Governor Phil Bredesen and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced the results of a University of Tennessee study that quantifies the significant positive impact Tennessee State Parks have on the state’s economy. | ||
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| Ketron bill to make it easier for troops deployed overseas to vote is on its way to governor | ||
| Legislation co-sponsored by Senator Bill Ketron that will make it easier for troops deployed overseas to vote is on its way to the governor for his signature before becoming law. | ||
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| End of the Month Statistical Report from the MCSO | ||
| The Marshall County deputies traveled 20,681 miles while responding to 344 requests for service and serving 473 warrants and summons during the month of February. | ||
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| March of Dimes Fundraisers | ||
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The WAXO 3rd Annual March of Dimes Hotdog Cook-out When: Thursday, March 25th Time: 11am until 1pm WAXO Studio “B”, 217 W. Commerce, Lewisburg $6 Includes Grilled Hotdog, Chips, Drink and Homemade Dessert Dine in or take-out available. Delivery will be available in Lewisburg. Proceeds will go to the March of Dimes The WAXO 5th Annual March of Dimes Radio and TV Benefit When: Thursday, March 25th Time: 6:15pm Where: WAXO’s Studio “B” Great items to bid on or buy with all proceeds going to the March of Dimes. Certificates from area businesses, baked goods, t-shirts, toys, games and more!! In studio guests are welcome to join us!! For more information, please call Sharrin Smartt at 931-359-6641 or 359-6642! Donations are welcome and will be acknowledged on the WAXO 1220 AM, WAXO 95.9 FM and WAXO TV. Proceeds go to the March of Dimes Little Miss and Mister Middle Tennessee Pageants WAXO in Conjunction with the Marshall County Chapter of the March Of Dimes will be hosting the “Little Miss and Little Mister Middle Tennessee” Pageants for children birth thru 12 years of age. The pageant is open to any child that resides in middle Tennessee. When: Saturday, March 27th Time: 10am Sign-In: 9:15am Location: Rock Creek Park Farmer’s Market Pavilion, Lewisburg Entry Fee: $10 before 3pm Friday, March 26th Late Entry Fee: $15 Morning of the Pageant For more information or to request an application, Please call Sharrin Smartt at 931-359-6641 or 931-359-6642 March of Dimes “Walk for Babies” Cards Now On Sale! Jeanne Kay Smartt, former March of Dimes Ambassador for Marshall County, will be selling “Walk for Babies” Cards to raise money for the March of Dimes. The cards cost $1 and will be posted on the front windows of WAXO Radio and TV on West Commerce. 5 year old Jeanne Kay has set a goal of selling over 100 cards to help other babies who were born premature like she was. If you would like to purchase a card, they are available at WAXO. |
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| Nashville Man Placed Under Hefty Bond; Facing Numerous Charges | ||
| A Nashville man was recently arrested and placed under a $38,000 bond. | ||
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| Seven Pick Up Qualifying Papers to Run for Sheriff of Marshall County | ||
| It may be an unprecedented event in the history of races for Marshall County, but to date, seven people have picked up their qualifying papers to run for sheriff. | ||
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| Relay for Life Events Planned in Cornersville... | ||
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Relay for Life cookbooks are now on sale!! They are made up of recipes donated by students and staff of Cornersville Elementary School. They sell for $10 each. Contact Judy Roberts 931-993-6951 to order. A Woman-less Wedding and chili supper for “Relay for Life” will be held on April 3rd at the Cornersville High School cafeteria and auditorium. Food will be served from 4:00 until 6:00 pm. The wedding will begin at 6:00 PM. Pre-show entertainment will be from 4:30 until time of wedding. Prices are $5.00 adults; K-6 students $3.00. Children under 5 admitted free. All monetary donations are welcome. All proceeds go to Relay for Life. |
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| New Building to House Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, Altus and KHS America Headquarters | ||
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KHS America, the provider and distributor of Jupiter wind instruments, Mapex drums, Majestic concert percussion and Altus flutes, announced plans today to relocate their corporate headquarters from Austin, Texas to Mt. Juliet, Tenn. With 61 total positions, the company will initially relocate 15 to 20 families and will create 54 new jobs at the 100,000-square-foot headquarters facility. |
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| CLEARFUELS, HUGHES HARDWOOD TO DEVELOP WOOD PRODUCT BIOREFINERY | ||
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Governor Phil Bredesen and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber, along with officials of ClearFuels Technology Inc. and Hughes Hardwood, announced today that the two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a biorefinery that will convert 1,000 dry tons of wood product per day to renewable diesel or jet fuel. Hawaii-based ClearFuels will site the facility at the Hughes Hardwood wood component products manufacturing facility in Collinwood, Tenn. |
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| Officials Looking to Find Men who were Reportedly Seen Breaking into Area Home | ||
| Officials with the Lewisburg Police Dept. are hopeful that someone may have some information about a pair of men who were seen breaking into a home late last week. | ||
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| Justin Whitsett Announces Candidacy for 3rd District County Commissioner | ||
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Marshall County resident Justin Whitsett has publicly announced his intentions to run for the 3rd District County Commissioner’s seat. Whitsett, age 30 is a native of Marshall County. He’s a graduate of Oak Ridge High School and was born and raised here. He attended Columbia State with the Paramedic program and is currently in the critical care paramedic program at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville. Justin is married to Alecia Daniels-Whitsett and they reside in the Belfast Community. |
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| Little Miss and Little Mister Middle Tennessee | ||
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Date: Saturday, March 27th, 2010 Time: 10am Sign In: 9:15 am Location: Rock Creek Park Pavilion Ages: Birth thru 12 years/Boys and Girls Entry Fee: $10 per Child (Application Must be turned into WAXO no later than 3pm Friday, March 26th)--No Refunds Application and Entry Fee should be turned into WAXO AT 217 W. Commerce, Lewisburg, TN. Late Entry Fee: $15 (Morning of the pageant. You must pre-register at 9:15am in order to participate).---No Refunds Additional Info: This is an outside pageant---Rain or Shine. Attire is Sunday Best. You may want to bring a blanket or coat depending on the weather. Trophies and Ribbons will be awarded in each age category (Boy winners and Girl winners). Please bring a lawn chair for seating. Proceeds go to the March of Dimes, Marshall County Chapter. Videos will be available of the event. (APPLICATION IN FULL STORY) |
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| Politicians Invited to Come By WAXO to Make a Free Political Announcement | ||
| WAXO Radio and WAXO TV encourages all local politicians who are running for public office to come by the studios and make a free announcement concerning your intentions to run for political office. This free announcement is open to all candidates. The announcement will run for approximately 3 days on WAXO Radio and WAXO TV. If you’re a politician and would like to take advantage of this free service being offered by WAXO, please come by our studios at 217 West Commerce during regular business hours. For more information, please call WAXO at 359-6641 or 359-6642. | ||
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| Warm Weather and Dry Conditions Add up to Numerous Grass Fires in the County | ||
| Several rural Marshall County Fire Depts. kept busy over the weekend battling grass fires. | ||
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| MCHS Quarterback Club This Month’s Featured Benefit on WAXO | ||
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Make plans to join WAXO this Thursday as we host an on-air benefit the MCHS Quarterback Club. The benefit is slated to get underway at approximately 6:15pm live from WAXO’s Studio “B”. Organizers have been busy collecting items to auction off and sell on WAXO to help defray costs for the football team’s upcoming season. This is the Quarterback Clubs first benefit on WAXO. Let’s all help to make it a great success for our MCHS Tiger Football team. Politicians are welcome to join us live in the studios. Don’t forget…that’s this Thursday at 6:15pm live from WAXO. MARCH BENEFIT: March of Dimes TV Benefit |
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| Severe Weather Awareness Week Begins | ||
| The National Weather Service, the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and supporting groups are conducting educational activities and drills to help people prevent injuries and deaths from tornadoes, damaging winds, flash floods, lightning and hail during Severe Weather Awareness Week which started Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010. | ||
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| Chapel Hill Wraps Up Weekend Pageants | ||
| The north end of the county was home to four pageants over the weekend. | ||
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| Tennessean selected to the 2010 Shotgun | ||
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Colin King of Maury County One of Nineteen Junior Trap and Skeet Shooters From Across the Nation |
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| ECD ENERGY POLICY OFFICE ANNOUNCES SCHOOL ART CONTEST | ||
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The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Energy Policy Office, in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Tennessee Department of Education, announced today a call for entries in an energy art competition for Tennessee second and seventh graders. The “Think Clean, Think Green, It’s in the Bag!” contest invites students to create and submit a design to be printed on a reusable shopping bag and a written paragraph explaining the meaning of their design. |
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| Capt. Detective Norman Dalton Resigns His Position | ||
| WAXO News has learned that Capt. Detective Norman Dalton with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept. has resigned his position as chief detective for the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept. | ||
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| Candidate for Marshall County Clerk Announces Intentions to Run for Office | ||
| Nancy Freeman, a native of Marshall County has announced her intentions to run for the office of Marshall County Clerk. | ||
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| Tennessee Senate approves Health Freedom Act | ||
| The Tennessee Senate approved legislation by a vote of 26-1-5 to protect the freedom of Tennessee patients to make their own health care choices, regardless of any future federal action. | ||
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| Lewisburg Man Killed After Being Struck by Train | ||
| A 31 year old Lewisburg man was killed after he was struck by a train late Saturday afternoon. | ||
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| Meeting to Discuss the Closure of the Restaurant at Henry Horton State Park on Tap for this Afternoon… | ||
| County Mayor Joe Boyd Liggett will be among several dignitaries that will be meeting with Commissioner of Environment and Conservation Jim Fyke today about the fate of the Henry Horton State Park restaurant. | ||
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| Mr. Roy Dukes Named Director of Marshall County Schools | ||
| Roy Dukes who had been appointed the as Interim Director of Schools last year by the Marshall County Board of Education was officially named the director of Marshall County Schools during last (Monday) night’s board meeting by a vote of 6-3. | ||
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| MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING | ||
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REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 22, 2010 - 6:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE TO FLAG IV. READING AND APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES V. ELECTIONS AND APPOINTMENTS |
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| Senator Ketron to push passage of bill to make it easier for troops deployed overseas to vote | ||
| State Senator Bill Ketron has introduced legislation in the Tennessee General Assembly to make it easier for troops deployed overseas to vote in the next election. | ||
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| Marshall County Man Charged with Failing to Comply with Sexual Offender Guidelines | ||
| A 39 year old College Street man was placed under a $6000 bond after he reportedly failed to comply with the Tennessee Sexual Offender Registry. | ||
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| Pine Cone Drive Woman Turns Herself in on Theft Charge | ||
| A Lewisburg woman turned herself into local authorities after a warrant was taken out on her for theft over $1000. | ||
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| The Annual Financial Report for Marshall County Released by the State | ||
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Citizens can now look up financial information for most counties across Tennessee online, thanks to a new service that is being offered by the state Comptroller’s office. By clicking to a page on the Comptroller’s web site, it is now easy to find detailed financial information about revenues and expenditures for 89 of the state’s 95 counties. The web address is: www.comptroller1.state.tn.us/TAG/ |
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| Teachers of the Year Announced | ||
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Lewisburg, TN - The Marshall County School System is pleased to announce its 2010 Teachers of the Year. Congratulations to the three System Teachers of the Year: Mike Pieschel, Spot Lowe Vocational Technical School (Grades 9-12); Delphine Hockett, Cornersville Elementary School (Grades 5-8); and Karen Donahue, Marshall Elementary School (Grades Pre K-4), who will proceed to the next level of competition. |
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| FIRST FARMERS RECOGNIZED BY TENNESSEE WOMEN’S GROUP FOR BOARD DIVERSITY | ||
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A just-released study by Lipscomb University and Nashville’s CABLE professional women organization has revealed that First Farmers & Merchants Bank is one of very few Tennessee companies to have women as either a CEO or members of the company’s Board of Directors. |
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| UT Institute of Agriculture Officials Meet with Marshall County Leadership about Plans for Dairy AgResearch Center | ||
| University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture officials met with Marshall County leaders to reiterate that the Jersey herd at the UT Institute of Agriculture Research and Education Center in Lewisburg will not be moved as had been previously considered. | ||
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| COLUMBIA STATE TO HOST “COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY” | ||
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Columbia State Community College will host College Goal Sunday, an event that provides assistance with the financial aid process, on Sunday, February 14 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Jones Student Center on the Columbia campus. |
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| Substantial Bond Set for Man Accused of Forging Prescription | ||
| 40 year old Flintville man was arrested at the Lewisburg location of Krogers after he allegedly attempted to pick up a forged prescription. | ||
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| Local Business Burglarized; Losses Reported at Several Thousands of Dollars | ||
| A Lewisburg business was burglarized last week and officials are looking for answers | ||
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| GAS PRICES DROP | ||
| February 1- Average retail gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 4.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.54/g today. | ||
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| Monday, February 1st---NO SCHOOL IN MARSHALL COUNTY | ||
| NO SCHOOL IN MARSHALL COUNTY FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST | ||
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| University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Announces Jersey Herd Will Remain in Lewisburg | ||
| UT Vice President for Agriculture, Dr. Joseph DiPietro announced that the Jersey herd at the UT Institute of Agriculture Research and Education Center in Lewisburg will not be moved as had been previously considered. | ||
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| Late January Court Date Set for Man Arrested on Drug Charge | ||
| A Cornersville man is expected to be in court in late January after he was arrested last week on a warrant out of General Sessions court. | ||
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| Cosmolab/Subsidiaries File Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection | ||
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Lewisburg, TN, January 20, 2010 – Specialty Packaging Holdings, Inc. (“SPH” or “the Company”), together with its direct and indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries, The Specialty Packaging Group, Inc., Cosmetics Specialties, Inc., Cosmolab, Inc., Cosmetics Specialties East, LLC, and Cosmolab New York, Inc. (together with SPH, the “SPH Companies”), today announced the filing of voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”). |
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| Capt. Detective Dalton to Run for Marshall County Sheriff | ||
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WAXO News has learned that Capt. Detective Norman Dalton has picked up his qualifying papers from the Marshall County Election Commission and is collecting signatures to qualify to run for sheriff of Marshall County. |
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| Benefit for LMS Choir to be Held Next Thursday | ||
| Mark your calendar for next Thursday, Janaury 28th as WAXO Radio and TV will get set to host our first monthly benefit for 2010. Funds raised from January’s benefit will assist the Lewisburg Middle School Choir. The event is slated to begin at appx. 6:15pm live from WAXO’s Studio “B”. There will be many, many baked goods, certificates and donated items to bid on or purchase. The monies raised will be used to offset expenses that the choir will incur throughout the remainder of the school year. Please join WAXO for the annual LMS Choir Benefit …again that’s next Thursday, January 28th at 6:15pm. | ||
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| Frist Travels to Haiti for Medical Missions | ||
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Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, M.D. is currently in Haiti for medical missions work with the international relief agency, Samaritan's Purse. He left the U.S. Monday morning at 6am and arrived in Port au Prince, Haiti later in the morning. |
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| WAYNE COUNTY WOMAN CHARGED WITH TENNCARE FRAUD | ||
| A Wayne County woman is charged with TennCare fraud in nearby Maury County for selling prescription drugs paid for by TennCare. | ||
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| Safety News Archives | ||
| Preliminary figures indicate the number of traffic fatalities on Tennessee roadways declined sharply again in 2009. The Tennessee Department of Safety (TDOS) and the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) are dedicated to continuing that trend in 2010. This year, the Tennessee Highway Patrol will once again participate in several enforcement initiatives aimed at saving lives in Tennessee. | ||
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| MCHS Band Boosters | ||
| The MCHS Band Boosters will meet Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 6:30 pm in the band room. All LMS & MCHS band parents are urged to attend. | ||
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| Senate gives final approval to Ketron bill to suspend new Worker’s Compensation Law | ||
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The State Senate gave final approval today to a bill sponsored by State Senator Bill Ketron (R-Murfreesboro) to immediately suspend a new law to require sole proprietors and partners engaged in the construction industry carry workers’ compensation coverage on themselves. Ketron said the action will allow legislators “to work with due diligence to protect small business owners.” |
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| Love Don't Let Me Down" Begins Production in Nashville | ||
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Tennessee Film, Entertainment and Music Commission Executive Director Perry Gibson announced that production begins this week in Nashville on the Screen Gems feature film Love Don’t Let Me Down. The $15 million project stars Oscar-winner Gwyneth Paltrow, country music superstar Tim McGraw, Leighton Meester (Gossip Girl) and Garrett Hedlund (Friday Night Lights). |
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| OWNERS OF MURFREESBORO AMBULANCE SERVICE ARRESTED ON MEDICARE FRAUD AND WIRE FRAUD CHARGES | ||
| Woody Medlock, Sr., his wife, Kathy Medlock, and son, Woody Medlock, Jr., of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, were arrested today on charges of conspiracy, Medicare fraud and wire fraud. The indictment was returned by a federal grand jury in Nashville on January 6, 2010. | ||
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| News Notes... | ||
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The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its regular scheduled meeting Monday, January 18 at 9 am at Village Manor Marshall County Buildings Committee & Maintenance Committee of the Board of Education will be meeting in joint session January 21, 2010 at 5:30 pm in Room 2204, Courthouse Annex. Marshall County Budget Committee will be meeting January 21, 2010 at approximately 6:00 pm in Room 2204, Courthouse Annex. The Republican Women of Marshall County will meet on Thursday, January 21st at 11:30AM at the First Commerce Bank meeting room. For more information contact Susan Hooten (293-4490) or Shirley Lowe (359-2304). |
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| U.S. Army Major Charged with Smuggling Cash from Iraq and Making False Statements | ||
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U.S. Army Major Charles E. Sublett, 46, of Huntsville, Ala., was arrested today on charges of bulk cash smuggling and making false statements to a federal agency, announced Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division. |
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| Structural Damage Reported to Marshall County Jail; Driver Slightly Injured | ||
| A single vehicle crash left one man injured and a substantial amount of damage to the sally port at the Marshall County Jail. | ||
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| Murder Investigation Continues in Neighboring Bedford County | ||
| Officials say they’ve arrested one individual in connection with the slaying of a young woman yesterday evening in Shelbyville on Neely Avenue. | ||
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| PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO DENY PERMIT | ||
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TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND CONSERVATION PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO DENY PERMIT FOR A SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITY The Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has tentatively decided to deny a major modification to Cedar Ridge Landfill, Inc. for construction, operation, closure, and post-closure care of the Phase 7 expansion to the existing Cedar Ridge Class I Landfill. |
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| The First Edition of Crime Stoppers for 2010 Gets Underway on Wednesday | ||
| Wednesday morning will mark the first edition of Crime Stoppers for 2010. Captain Detective Norman Dalton will be in the WAXO Studios at around 8:30am Wednesday to talk about three of Marshall County’s “Most Wanted” who need to be taken off the streets. | ||
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| FORREST HIGH BASKETBALL SCHEDULE CHANGES ANNOUNCED | ||
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Tuesday: January 12th FHS vs. Huntland 6pm Tip-off at Home Hear it on WAXO Friday: January 15th FHS vs. Eagleville 6pm Tip-Off Hear it on WAXO Saturday: January 16th Make Up Game from Cancellation due to Snow Day last week… District Game FHS vs. Community Tip Off at 6pm Hear it on WAXO |
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| Suspect in Custody After Reportedly Breaking Into Storage Buildings | ||
| One man was arrested and another is still on the lam after the duo allegedly tried to break into several storage units on the Nashville Highway Friday evening. | ||
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| NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY STILL CLOSED FROM MILEPOST 429 TO NORTHERN TERMINUS | ||
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Wintery weather conditions continue on the Natchez Trace Parkway in Tennessee, Alabama, and the northern section of Mississippi. The Natchez Trace Parkway is still closed from milepost 429 to the northern terminus at 442.5, affecting the on-ramps at Tennessee Highways 100, 96, and 46 (Pinewood Road). Travelers are strongly advised to not use the Parkway in Tennessee and Alabama. From U.S. Highway 82 (milepost 204) northward to the Alabama line, roads and bridges are icy and continue to be hazardous. Access into the Colbert Ferry Site (Milepost 327.3) is closed. In the event of an emergency on the Natchez Trace Parkway, call Park Dispatch at (800) 300-PARK (7275) or 911. |
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| TENNESSEANS REMINDED TO PRACTICE COMMONSENSE SAFETY DURING EXTREME COLD WEATHER | ||
| Cold winter weather is gripping Tennessee this week, with more bitter cold temperatures and snow predicted for much of the state in the coming days. The Department of Health is reminding Tennesseans to take precautions to stay safe during extreme cold weather. | ||
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| Church Sustains Water Damage | ||
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Several fire units were dispatched to the north end of the county after an alarm was set off at the Chapel Hill Church of Christ. Fire personnel were alerted of a possible fire but quickly found that a vast amount of water was seen coming from inside the church. No working fire was discovered but it was thought that the water may have come from either a water sprinkler system in the building or possibly a broken pipe. Water damage was not thought to be extensive. |
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| More Questions than Answers; Additional Bones Discovered in Coffin | ||
| Officials with the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept. aren’t calling it a murder investigation but simply an open investigation after a bag of bones was recently discovered in a woman’s coffin. | ||
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| Marshall County Gears up for a Big County Election | ||
| Marshall Countians will be going to the polls in early August as a big county election is set to get underway this year. | ||
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| Decline in Traffic Fatalities over Holiday Weekends | ||
| Preliminary reports indicate ten people were killed in Tennessee traffic crashes during the 2009-2010 New Year’s holiday weekend, compared to 12 fatalities during the 2008-2009 New Year’s holiday weekend. | ||
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| End of the Month Statistical Report for the Marshall County Sheriff’s Dept. | ||
| The Marshall County deputies traveled 24,966 miles while responding to 427 requests for service and serving 395 warrants and summons during the month of December. The warrants ranged from one assault warrant and 267 summonses. The request for service ranged from one fire call to 32 stray animal calls. Among the 427 request for serve were also: 26 suspicious person calls, 26 false residential alarm calls, 26 false 911 calls, 22 domestic violence calls, and 20 requests for welfare checks. Deputies also provided traffic control at 38 locations. | ||
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| Officials Investigate Allegations of Incest;Man Arrested | ||
| Officials with the Lewisburg Police Dept. are investigating an alleged case of incest involving a 34 year old East Commerce man and his 2 young children ages 14. and 15 and their 11 year old half-brother. | ||
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| NORAD is ready to track Santa’s flight | ||
| It’s that time of the year again and the North American Aerospace Defense Command is getting ready to track Santa! | ||
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| THP Launches Crackdown: Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest. | ||
| Drunk driving is one of America’s deadliest crimes. In 2008, 327 people died in highway crashes in Tennessee involving a driver or motorcycle rider with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher. That’s an 11 percent decline from the 377 alcohol-related deaths in 2007. The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be stepping up its enforcement crackdown to find and remove impaired drivers from Tennessee roadways. Troopers will be conducting more than 100 sobriety and driver license checkpoints now through the New Year’s holiday to get drunk drivers off the road. | ||
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| State Turns Down Request by Waste Management to Expand Cedar Ridge Landfill | ||
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(From reports to WAXO---2pm Thursday) The Tennessee Dept. of Environment and Conservation has turned down a request by Waste Management to add 11 more acres of land to the present site of the Cedar Ridge Landfill on the Mooresville Highway. Officials cited that a sink hole located on the property was reportedly a big issue in the decision by TDEC Commissioner Jim Fyke. There have been concerns of ground water contamination due in part to the sinkhole on the proposed site. Waste Management will continue to seek approval to use the 11 acres to expand the landfill here in Lewisburg. |
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| MCHS Tigerette Head Coach Resigns; Replacement Named | ||
| Citing that he had to spend so much time with his primary job with Mitchell Groceries, Coach Boyd West has resigned as the head coach for the MCHS Tigerettes. | ||
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| The Search is On…Marshall County Board of Education Seeks New Director of Schools | ||
| Several months after Dr. Stan Curtis was relieved of his duties as the director of Marshall County Schools, the Marshall County Board of Education has issued a notification of vacancy for the position. | ||
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| Key to Your Merriest Christmas Ever Contest Underway | ||
| There’s still time to pre-register for your chance at winning a key to a First Farmers and Merchants Safety Deposit Box that could mean over $1220 in cash and prizes to some lucky individual. | ||
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| Congressman Gordon to Retire at Terms End in 2010 | ||
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(From the Congressman via email to WAXO) Dear Friend, After more than a quarter-century of having the honor and privilege of serving you as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, I plan to retire from Congress when my current term ends at the end of 2010. |
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| UPDATED:Teens Charged with Cruelty to Animals after Allegedly Beating a Small Dog to Death | ||
| Three Marshall County teens were sent to the Juvenile Detention Center in Beford County after they allegedly beat a small dog to death with a metal device Friday evening. | ||
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| Toy Drive Deemed Successful; Marshall Countians Go the Extra Mile…Again! | ||
| In an effort to help 30 local children at Christmas, WAXO along with several organizations hosted a toy drive this (Friday) morning. Volunteers from the Order of the Eastern Star braved the freezing temperatures in order to collect toys and monetary donations from individuals who came by the WAXO Studios. | ||
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| Toy Drive Deemed Successful; Marshall Countians Go the Extra Mile…Again! | ||
| In an effort to help 30 local children at Christmas, WAXO along with several organizations hosted a toy drive this (Friday) morning. Volunteers from the Order of the Eastern Star braved the freezing temperatures in order to collect toys and monetary donations from individuals who came by the WAXO Studios. | ||
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| Alexander Statement on Breast Cancer Screening Amendments | ||
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U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) today released the following statement regarding his votes on two amendments dealing with breast cancer screening that were offered to the health care bill: “I voted for the Murkowski amendment because it would have allowed women’s doctors to establish the best guidelines for coverage of breast cancer screenings instead of placing the decision in the hands of yet another government bureaucracy like the Mikulski amendment does. Women and their doctors should be making these important decisions, not Washington bureaucrats.” |
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| NASA CHALLENGES 350 ROCKETEERS NATIONWIDE TO AIM A MILE HIGH | ||
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NASA has invited more than 350 student rocketeers from middle schools, high schools, colleges and universities -- 37 teams nationwide -- to take part in the 2009-2010 NASA Student Launch Projects. Their challenge is to build powerful rockets of their own design, complete with a working science payload, and launch them to an altitude of 1 mile. |
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| Former Owner of Oil-and-Gas Company Indicted in Multi-Million-Dollar Investment Scheme | ||
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United States Attorney Edward M. Yarbrough; Chris Pikelis, Special Agent in Charge, Nashville Field Office, Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigation; and My Harrison, Special Agent in Charge, Memphis Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation announced that Gary Milby, the former owner of Mid America Energy, Inc. and Mid America Oil & Gas, LLC (collectively, “Mid America”), was indicted on December 2, 2009, on charges stemming from a multi-million-dollar investment scheme he allegedly perpetrated from approximately December 2004 to August 2006. Milby, 55, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, was charged with three counts of mail fraud, one count of securities fraud, and three counts of money laundering in an indictment returned by a federal grand jury. |
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| TDOS Marks Older Driver Safety Awareness Week | ||
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The Tennessee Department of Safety joins the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA), and other highway safety groups in promoting Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, December 6-12, 2009. |
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| TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF | ||
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The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development is on schedule to complete the online applications for the latest federal extension of unemployment benefits. The application will be available on the Tennessee Department of Labor’s Internet site on December 11, and the first benefit payments are expected to be mailed December 18, 2009. |
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| THP Supports Project C.O.P.S. Blue Light | ||
| The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) encourages Tennesseans to support C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors) this holiday season by displaying a blue light in your home or office window. | ||
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| Toy Drive Slated for this Friday in front of WAXO | ||
| WAXO Radio and TV will be hosting a toy drive this Friday morning in front of the WAXO Studios beginning at 7am. | ||
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| Decline in Traffic Fatalities Over Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend | ||
| Preliminary reports indicate seven people were killed during the 2009 Thanksgiving holiday weekend, compared to 10 fatalities during last year’s Thanksgiving holiday. | ||
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| Officials Hope Public Will Offer Info on Holiday Break-ins | ||
| Authorities say that a total of four businesses were broken into over the long holiday weekend. | ||
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| "Artistic Tidings" | ||
| December 5th the Marshall County Art Guild presents "Artistic Tidings" from 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.in the Fellowship Hall of the 1st Presbyterian Church on the square. As our downtown bustles with holiday cheer, you'll enjoy visiting with members for a stop & show delight. Your purchase will benefit the future plans for art appreciation in Marshall County. What better way to say "Happy Holidays" than a gift of art. | ||
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| Lewisburg Man Killed in Weekend Crash in Spring Hill | ||
| A 35 year old Lewisburg man lost his life following a single vehicle crash in Spring Hill Saturday. | ||
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| Tennessee Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Burning Islamic Center | ||
| Senior Judge Robert L. Echols of the Middle District of Tennessee sentenced Michael Corey Golden to 14 years and three months in prison and three years of supervised released for vandalizing and burning down the Islamic Center of Columbia, Tenn., the Justice Department announced. | ||
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| Individual Transported to Area Hospital Following Hunting Accident | ||
| One person was transported to the Maury Regional Medical Center following a hunting accident early Saturday morning. | ||
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| WAXO and Marshall County Crime Stoppers Benefit | ||
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The WAXO and Marshall County Crime Stoppers Benefit will be held Thursday, December 3rd at 6:15pm. The benefit will be held live from WAXO's Studio "B" at 221 West Commerce. There will be plenty of great items to bid on or buy...and lots of great baked goods just in time for the holidays. Organizers have been busy collecting items from local businesses to auction off. There will even be some autographed Titans merchandise---perfect for Christmas gifts. All proceeds will go to the Marshall County Crime Stoppers program. If you are a business owner or an individual who would like to donate an item for the benefit, please contact Capt.-Detective Norman Dalton at the Marshall County Sheriff's Dept. at 359-6122 or Sharrin Smartt at WAXO, 359-6641 or 359-6642. All donations will be acknowledged on WAXO 95.9 FM, WAXO 1220 AM and WAXO TV. |
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| Holiday Food Drive Surpasses Last Year’s Collection Efforts | ||
| In just a little over two hours, the 4th annual holiday food drive held in front of the WAXO studios, took in over 40+ containers of food and over $2500 in monetary donations. | ||
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| Young Petersburg Woman Dies in Single Vehicle Crash | ||
| A 25 year old Petersburg woman was killed early Saturday morning after she was involved in a single vehicle crash shortly before 3:30am. | ||
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| Benefit for Local Soldiers Surpasses Goal; Troop “G” will be able to come home for Christmas | ||
| In less than 2 hours, the goal of raising $3100 to bring our local soldiers home at Christmas was met, surpassed and even doubled. | ||
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| Young Petersburg Woman Loses Life in Single Vehicle Crash | ||
| A 25 year old Petersburg woman was killed early Saturday morning following a crash on the North Ellington By-Pass in front of the Lewisburg Gas Dept. The crash ocurred around 3:23am. The driver of the vehicle, believed to be the woman's twin sister, was flown to Vanderbilt Hospital with serious injuries. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. The victim was identified as Melody Whitaker of Petersburg. Preliminary reports indicate that the pair were both believed to have been students at Cornersville High School several years ago. | ||
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| 4TH Annual WAXO and God’s Lemonade Stand Food Drive Announced | ||
| WAXO in conjunction with God’s Lemonade Stand will be hosting the 4th annual holiday food drive on Friday, November 20th in front of the WAXO Studios. | ||
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| WAXO Set to Raise Funds to Bring Our Soldiers Back Home for Christmas | ||
| Please join WAXO and members of VFW Post 5109 as well as local dignitaries as we host a benefit Monday night to raise funds to bring our local soldiers home. | ||
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| Tennessee Dept. of Safety Releases Information on Fatal Crash that Claimed the Life of Young Girl | ||
| A 12 year old Marshall County girl was killed shortly before 7:30am Friday after the vehicle she was a passenger in left the roadway and crashed. | ||
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| Verona-Caney Road Home Heavily Damaged by Early Morning Fire | ||
| Several individuals in a home located at 2305 Verona Caney Road were able to flee to safety after the home went up in flames at around 3:30am Sunday morning. | ||
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| Officials Locate Meth Lab on Verona Caney Road | ||
| A 33 year old Manchester man was arrested Thursday afternoon after officials reportedly found him in possession of a meth lab at a residence on Verona Caney Road. | ||
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| Meth Lab Discovered in Marshall County | ||
| WAXO News has learned that officials located a Meth Lab Thursday afternoon on Verona-Caney Road. Tune into WAXO News Monday for the complete story. | ||
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| WAXO Granted Approval of An All-Digital TV Station | ||
| It hasn’t been too many months ago that WAXO made the big announcement about WAXO FM 95.9. While improvements continue on Marshall County’s newest station 95.9 FM, WAXO now with yet another big announcement. WAXO as of last Thursday was granted approval of an all-digital TV station licensed to WAXO to be placed in the city of Lewisburg. W29DM digital will give WAXO TV approximately 3-4 times the coverage that is currently enjoyed by WAXO TV 34 UHF. The new coverage will include about 90% of Marshall County with great coverage in the Chapel Hill and Cornersville areas. The digital signal will also blast into Bedford County covering appx. ½ of the Bedford County homes. Approximately 1/3 of Maury County Homes and some additional homes in Williamson and Giles County. These homes will be able to receive the all new digital WAXO channel 29 signal with just a meager outside antenna. Also, there will be add’l TV channels available---29.1 and 29.2. Programming on these add’l channels is currently being considered by the management of WAXO. General Manager of WAXO, Bob Smartt was quoted as saying “This will enable WAXO Radio and TV to reach into a massive amount of homes across Middle Tennesee”. If you are currently picking up WAXO by cable, this will not affect your signal. WAXO, by far, the fastest growing media in all of middle Tennessee. | ||
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| Marshall County Pair Arrested for Allegedly Passing Fake Money in Tullahoma | ||
| Two Marshall county residents were arrested in Coffee County after they allegedly attempted to pass a counterfeit $100 bill at a Tullahoma Dairy Queen and a counterfeit bill at Food Lion in Tullahoma. | ||
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| Crash Claims the Life of 12 Year Old Marshall Co. Girl; Officials Release Identity | ||
| A 12 year old female was tragically killed this morning (Friday) following a single vehicle crash on the Fayetteville Hwy. near the TDOT garage. Preliminary reports from the scene indicate that the child was ejected from the Chrysler 300 that she was a passenger in. The car reportedly flipped end to end before landing several yards off the busy highway around 7:27am. Three people refused treatment at the scene. However, one person was sent to the Marshall Medical Center for treatment. The medical examiner was called to scene to further investigate the fatality. Approximately 2 hours later, a nine year old passenger was also sent to the hospital after becoming sick at the scene. Officials say the child was also complaining of leg and knee pain. TDOS Officials told WAXO News shortly before the 12pm news that the victim was identified as Briana Diestelow. The driver of the car was also identified as 55 year old William Joseph Booth of Maryland. It was believed that Booth was a relative of the young girl. | ||
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| END OF THE MONTH STATISTICAL REPORT | ||
| The Marshall County deputies traveled 26,238 miles while responding to 501 requests for service and serving 3482 warrants and summons during the month of October. The warrants ranged from one violation of parole and 309 summonses. The request for service ranged from one emergency residential alarm call to 37 suspicious person calls. Among the 501 request for serve were also: 34 false residential alarm calls, 31 domestic violence calls, 22 stray animal calls and 22 false 911 calls. Deputies also provided traffic control at 55 locations. | ||
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| American College of Emergency Physicians Issues Guidance for the Public | ||
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Washington, DC — With H1N1 flu activity reported in 48 states and continuing to increase, the nation’s emergency physicians have issued guidelines to the public to help them determine whether their symptoms warrant visiting the emergency department. Developed in cooperation with the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response and the Emergency Care Coordination Center, divisions of HHS, the guidelines are directed at adults age 18 and older and are posted at http://www.acep.org/WorkArea/DownloadAsset.aspx?id=46870. |
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| Hunters for the Hungry Kicks off 2009/2010 season | ||
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20 Counties Have Funding To Accept Deer for Free Processing NASHVILLE, TN -The Tennessee Wildlife Federation's Hunters for the Hungry program is in full swing for the 2009/2010 hunting season as the state-wide muzzleloader season opens November 7th and lasts through the 20th. |
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| STATE NEWS… | ||
| The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will use $250,000 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds – popularly known as stimulus funds - to improve water quality and habitat for rare species on private lands within four Tennessee watersheds: the Elk River, the Upper Duck River, the Upper Caney/Fork River and the Cypress/Shoal Creek. | ||
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| Culleoka Man Turns Himself into Local Authorities on Charge of Aggravated Statutory Rape | ||
| A 32 year old Culleoka man has turned himself into local authorities after a warrant was issued against him on a charge of aggravated statutory rape. | ||
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| Hefty Bond Set for Chapel Hill Woman Accused of Forgery | ||
| A north Marshall County woman is expected to make an appearance in General Sessions Court next week on numerous forgery charges. | ||
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| Chamber of Commerce Junior Miss and Little Junior Miss Pageants | ||
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The Marshall County Chamber of Commerce will be presenting the Junior Miss and Little Junior Miss Marshall County on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at the Marshall County Community Theater. The pageant is slated to begin at 6:00 PM. For more information call the Chamber of Commerce 359-3863. |
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| Vacancies on Marshall County School Board | ||
| Vacancies have been created on the Marshall County School Board due to the resignations of Mark E. Wilkerson and Todd Tietgens. Anyone interested in being appointed to fill these seats must be a registered voter and reside in the 2nd or 6th Districts of Marshall County, send notice of intention to the County Mayor’s Office at 1108 Courthouse Annex, Lewisburg, TN 37091 by November 9, 2009, or appear at the November 23, 2009, County Commission meeting and ask the Clerk to include your name with those desiring consideration for appointment. | ||
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| H1N1 Tips for Parents of Trick or Treaters… | ||
| Scared that your little goblin could pick up some H1N1 along with his candy while trick-or-treating this Halloween? Don't be spooked. There are some things you can do to be extra careful: | ||
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| Report Examines Progress-To-Date of Tennessee’s State-Funded Pre-Kindergarten Program | ||
| Kindergarten students who attended a state-funded pre-kindergarten program prior to entering kindergarten performed better academically than a comparable group of peers who did not attend Tennessee’s pre-kindergarten (Pre-K) program, according to findings from a report released today. | ||
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| Rotary Christmas Parade to Celebrate “Christmas Memories” | ||
| This year’s theme for the Lewisburg Rotary Club Christmas Parade will be “Christmas Memories” and all entries will display their favorite variations on that theme to make for yet another wonderful Christmas parade. | ||
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| OPERATION COMPLIANCE 2009: BOPP PLACES RESTRICTIONS | ||
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The Tennessee Board of Probation & Parole is again enforcing restrictions prohibiting the sex offenders it supervises from taking part in Halloween and other fall festival activities. Every state-supervised sex offender in Tennessee received a document detailing the restrictions, which apply to any Halloween celebration, festival or other fall/harvest activity. |
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| THP Urges Motorists Beware: Drunk Driving Will Not Be Tolerated! | ||
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Halloween is a fun night for both children and adults, but the Tennessee Department of Safety (TDOS) and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) remind parents, children and especially motorists to do their part to make sure that everyone gets home safely. The celebration can quickly turn into a real night of horror if someone is hurt by a carless or impaired driver. |
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| Crime Stoppers Nabs Another of Marshall County’s Most Wanted in Pulaski | ||
| In less than a week, another one of Marshall County’s Most Wanted has been taken into custody. | ||
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| Maury County Man Arrested; Bond Set at $70,000 | ||
| A 37 year old Marshall County man was recently arrested and placed under a $70,000 bond. | ||
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| VACANCY Marshall County School System 2009-2010 | ||
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VACANCY 2009-2010 School Year Position: Administrative Assistant – Part Time Description: 1/2 Time Assistant to Director of Federal Projects Qualifications: High School Diploma and 2 Yrs. College or Pass State Para-Professional Test. Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, and Power Point. Candidate must have strong Excel and good public relations skills. Must be able to multi-task a variety of projects. Job Location: Central Office Application Deadline: October 26, 2009 Contact Person(s): Human Resources: Angie Williams or Mitchell Byrd (931) 359-1581 All applicants must complete a classified employment application as part of the application process. Applications may be obtained from the personnel office or from the Marshall County Board of Education website (www.mcs.marshall.k12tn.net). Applicants must also contact Human Resources by the deadline and have name placed on employment listing in order to be considered for the position. Job description is available at the Marshall County Board of Education. |
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| Three of Marshall County’s Most Wanted Featured on Crime Stoppers | ||
| The monthly edition of Marshall County’s Crime Stoppers featured three Marshall County men, each is facing a variety of charges. | ||
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| BREAKING NEWS...Traffic Halted at CSX Tracks on 2nd Avenue | ||
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7:24 pm (Posted by Sharrin Lusco-Smartt) Numerous emergency crews are currently at the scene of a crash on 2nd Avenue at the CSX Railroad Tracks. The accident ocurred at approximately 6:45pm. Details are sketchy, but bystanders at the scene believe that a car and a train may have collided at the railroad crossing. Preliminary reports indicate that the car was approximately 10 feet away from the intersection off an embankment. The sole occupant of the car, has miraculously gotten out of the vehicle and was walking from the vehicle. Officials say that she has declined treatment stating that she was "fine". Traffic in the area has been rerouted to Maple Street. The train is currently blocking thru traffic in the area. WAXO News is on the scene and will have more details as they become available. 7:34pm WAXO News has learned that the vehicle is believed to be tagged out of Giles County (Lynnville). Officials at the scene say that pending an investigation by CSX Railroad, the train cannot be moved from it's present location. 7:45pm The CSX train will be moving from the intersection. A driver who was behind the vehicle that collided with the train told WAXO News that "it was the slowest moving wreck he'd ever seen", as the train was reportedly moving at a crawl. The driver of the vehicle of the car (thought to be a Nissan) allegedly tried to "beat" the train as it was making it's way across the intersection. Obviously, that was not the case as the car appears to be to be totaled. Tune into WAXO News for video footage and further details. |
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| Barn Destroyed by Fire; Officials Shuttle Water to Help Battle Blaze | ||
| A late night fire destroyed a hay and stock barn last (Wednesday) night on Delina Road. | ||
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| Winners Announced in the WAXO 7th Annual “Nannies and Kids” Children’s Pageant | ||
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0-6 Girls: 1st-Sofia Lopez; 2nd-Allison Sims; 3rd Lillie McGill 0-6 Boys: 1st-Waylin Rhiner; 2nd-Kayden Ormsbee; 7-12 mos. Girls: Jordan Stinnett; 2nd-Taylor Osborn; 3rd-Haley Cozart 7-12 mos. Boys: 1st-Jackson Lykons; 2nd-Ryan Smartt; 3rd-Carson Dunnavant 13-18mos Girls: 1st: Brynlee Walls; 2nd-Ariel Dixon; 3rd-Yasmine Chavez 13-18mos Boys: 1st-Nathan Flores; 2nd-Jeffrey Hargove 19-24 mos. Girls: 1st-Audrey Ray; 2nd; Paisley Hopper; 3rd-Kay’Ella Garner 19-24 mos Boys: 1st-Cameron Brown; 2nd-Landyn Lombardi 25 mos-4 yrs Girl: 1st- Karlie Lohr; 2nd-Hannah Richardson; 3rd- Adalynn Kelso 25mos-4yrs Boys: 1st Crew Dubbs; 2nd-Tater Holden; 3rd-Conner Williamson 5-8 years Girls: 1st-Morgan Udell; 2nd-Shelby Winton; 3rd-Macey Pickle 5-8 years Boys: 1st-TJ Stinnett; 2nd-Tanner Mullins ------------------------------------------------------------------ 9-12 Years Girls: 1st-Hannah Newman; 2nd-Brooklynn Carrol 9-12 Years Boys: 1st-Houston Qwnby LITTLE MISS GOAT FEST 2009: MORGAN UDELL LITTLE MR. GOAT FEST 2009: CREW DUBBS 60 Children participated in the pageant. |
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| Large Crowd Turns Out For Goat Festival | ||
| Despite tornado warnings and heavy rains, a large number of people turned out Friday night to the opening of the Goats, Music and More Festival. As they say “the show must go on” and indeed they did. | ||
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| BREAKING NEWS...Large Drug Bust in Cornersville; 2 Arrested | ||
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11:22AM Two individuals have been sent to the Marshall County Jail following a routine traffic stop in Cornersville that netted authorities a very large amount of Marijuana. Listen to WAXO New for add'l details. The entire story will be posted here shortly. |
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| News about the News... | ||
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Due to some processing errors, the WAXO News website is experiencing some loss of data. We will work to update this page shortly. Sorry for the inconvenience---Sharrin Tune into WAXO News on WAXO AM, WAXO FM or WAXO TV for news. |
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