News 2011

The Cannon County Board of Education held a public hearing concerning the possible rezoning of roads into the West Side School for a scheduled hour and a half at the Central Office. The hearing itself took about ten minutes as only two residents of the effected areas were in attendance.Both residents Carol Willis and Michael Nichols were in favor of the rezoning the 13 roads to attend Westside School. At 7:45 Board Chairman Randy Gannon closed the public hearing and asked for a motion. Cathy Hyatt made the motion to rezone the proposed areas to attend Westside School with a one time option rezoning waiver for those who attended Woodbury Grammar School last year. Board member Mike Mayfield seconded the motion. Board Member Shannon Davenport recused herself from voting and the motion passed.
Roads and lanes that are now rezoned into the West Side School District included Old Hwy 70 to the cemetery, Lonesome Dove, Genia’s Circle, Riverview, Jill Lane, Mockingbird Lane, Hoover Mill, Ralexi Lane, Bush Haven, Hollis Creek North, Dickens Hill to Frank Holt Road and Riverbend. Only seven students on these particular roads were actually going to their school of zone Woodbury Grammar last school year. These seven students will be given the opportunity to stay at Woodbury Grammar upon signing a waiver form.

We are pleased to announce that select games for the upcoming 2011 High School Football season will be aired LIVE on the MYDTC3 web page as part of our TV broadcast coverage. Viewers will have access not only to play-by-play from long time announcing duo of Tom Duggin & Darvin Gill but will also be able to see slow motion and instant replays. Select games will also have interactive chat capabilities activated. We have agreements with head coaches from DeKalb, Cannon, Smith, Gordonsville & Watertown High Schools to air select games this year.We are pleased to announce that select games for the upcoming 2011 High School Football season will be aired LIVE on the MYDTC3 web page as part of our TV broadcast coverage. Viewers will have access not only to play-by-play from long time announcing duo of Tom Duggin & Darvin Gill but will also be able to see slow motion and instant replays. Select games will also have interactive chat capabilities activated. We have agreements with head coaches from DeKalb, Cannon, Smith, Gordonsville & Watertown High Schools to air select games this year.

Judge Susan Melton presided over Cannon County General Sessions Court onTuesday. Some of the results from the various cases that appeared on the
docket include.
Michael Allen Baker agreed to the violation of probation. He was ordered
to serve his entire sentence of 11 months 29 days and given credit for
time served.
Aaron J. Brewer pled guilty under judicial diversion to simple possession
of schedule II drugs.
Rebecca Paige Bynum agreed to the violation of probation. She was ordered
to serve 30 days in jail, her probation was extended 10 months 29 days,
and to pay costs. That sentence was partially suspended upon time served
in jail. In another case Bynum pled guilty to criminal trespass. She was
sentenced to 30 days in jail. That sentence was suspended upon equal time
on probation. In another case Bynum pled guilty to theft under $500.00.
She was sentenced to 30 days in jail. That sentenced was partially
suspended upon time served, 10 months 29 days on probation and paying of
costs.
Dennis Ray Curtis was bound over to the September term of the Grand Jury.
He is charged with DUI, violating the implied consent law, simple
possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Matthew Lawrence Feragola pled guilty to driving on a suspended license.
He was sentenced to 6 months in jail. That sentence was suspended upon
equal time on probation, paying a $100.00 fine and costs.
Brandy L. Hall pled guilty to DUI. She was sentenced to 11 months 29 days
in jail. That sentenced was partially suspended upon serving 48 hours in
jail, equal time on probation and paying a $350.00 fine.
Wesley Jacob Hayes’ charge of aggravated criminal trespass was set to
retire in 11 months 29 days. He was ordered to pay cost and placed on
probation.
Charlotte M. Hill was bound over to the September term of the Grand Jury.
She is charged with aggravated arson, especially aggravated robbery, and
attempted first degree murder.
James W. Hill was bound over to the September term of the Grand Jury. He
is charged with aggravated arson, especially aggravated robbery, and
attempted first degree murder.
Mary Virginia Hill was bound over to the September term of the Grand Jury.
She is charged with aggravated arson, especially aggravated robbery, and
attempted first degree murder.
Timothy Hupp agreed to the violation of probation. He was ordered to
serve his entire sentence.
Bridgette Shyanne Johnson’s charge of criminal trespass was set to retire
in 11 months 29 days. She was ordered to pay costs and placed on
probation.
Justin J. McGee pled guilty to simple possession of marijuana. He was
sentenced to 11 months 29 days in jail. That sentence was suspended upon
equal time on probation, paying a $250.00 fine, and costs.
Shannon Dawn Moody pled guilty to allowing an unlicensed driver to operate
a motor vehicle. She was placed on probation for 6 months and ordered to
pay a fine and costs.
Jim Allan Morris pled guilty to possession of schedule VI drugs with the
intent to sale. He was sentenced to 11 months 29 days in jail. That
sentence was suspended upon equal time on probation, paying a $250.00 fine
and costs. In another case Morris pled guilty to possession of drug
paraphernalia. He was sentenced to 11 months 29 days in jail. That
sentence was suspended upon equal time on probation, paying a $150.00 fine
and costs.
Jeffrey Dewayne Nichols agreed to the violation of probation. His
probation was extended 11 months 27 days and ordered to pay costs. In
another case Nichols pled guilty to driving without a license. He was
sentenced to 30 days in jail. That sentence was suspended upon equal time
on probation paying a $250.00 fine and costs.
Susan Kelli Norvell pled guilty to reckless endangerment. She was
sentenced to 11 months 29 days in jail. That sentence was sentence was
partially suspended upon serving 10 days in jail, placement on probation,
paying a fine and costs.
Chad Michael Owens agreed to the violation of probation. He was ordered
to serve 28 days and his probation was extended 9 months 15 days.
Ernest Samuel Paris pled guilty to public intoxication. He was sentenced
to 30 days in jail. That sentence was suspended upon equal time on
probation and paying costs.
Joshua Van Reed pled guilty to driving on a suspended license. He was
sentenced to 30 days in jail. That sentence was suspended upon equal time
on probation, paying a fine, and costs.
Jennifer Marie Reid pled guilty to simple possession of marijuana. She
was sentenced to 11 months 29 days in jail. That sentenced was suspended
upon equal time on probation, paying a $250.00 fine and costs.
Jimmy Dean Robinson pled guilty to filing a false report. He was
sentenced to 11 months 29 days in jail. That sentence was partially
suspended upon serving 10 days in jail, placement on probation, paying a
$250.00 fine and costs.
Angel Marie Roy’s charge of domestic assault was set to retire in 6
months. She was order to pay the litigation tax and placed on probation.
Don A. Stephens agreed to the violation of probation. He was ordered to
serve his sentence.
Brittney Faye Tenpenny pled guilty to driving on a suspended license. She
was sentenced to 5 months 18 days in jail. That sentence was partially
suspended upon serving 20 days in jail, placement on probation, paying a
$100.00 fine and costs.
Zachary Ryan Wallen pled guilty to driving on a revoked license. He was
sentenced to 6 months in jail. That sentence was suspended upon equal
time on probation, paying a $50.00 fine and costs.
Tracy Mitchell Young’s charge of domestic assault was set to retire in 11
months 29 days.
Lisa Tanton pled guilty to driving without a license. She was sentenced
to 9 months in jail. That sentence was partially suspended upon upon
serving 22 days in jail, placement on probation, paying a $50.00 fine and
costs.
Joshua Underwood pled guilty to speeding. He was fined and ordered to pay
cost

The Auburntown Historical Society’s July 21 meeting will be held at Auburntown’s most historically significant home beginning at 7 p.m.Most anyone who has grown up in Auburntown is familiar with the big, white two-story house that sits directly on Main Street on the banks of Marshall Creek.
The McKnight House was built in 1857 by John F. Weedon who owned most of the property that Auburntown sits on today. Mr. Weedon moved to Auburntown from Woodbury where the very prominent Weedon family had settled. Dr. Bennett Rucker McKnight and family purchased the property during the 1890s. The McKnight daughters lived in the house until the last one passed away during the 1980s. It was then sold at auction by Guy James, a descendant of the McKnight family. The house has undergone considerable renovations over the years, including the removal of the home’s two-story wrap around porches, extensive structural, plumbing, and electrical upgrades, and continual cosmetic work. Josh and Amanda Davis are the current owners and are doing extensive design work on the house Future plans include opening the McKnight House for private rentals to those individuals who wish to hold weddings, parties or family reunions in the house or on the property, The Davis’s also plan to begin the process of having the home placed on the National Register of Historic Places to preserve a piece of Auburntown history forever. The couple said that they are privileged to own such a prestigious piece of history and are excited as they work to restore their house to its original splendor The Auburntown Historical Society’s meeting at the house will begin at 7 pm tonight

The need for blood remains constant and a single donation can help save upto three lives. The Woodbury Lions Club is hosting an American Red Cross
Blood Drive today at the Lions Memorial Building in Woodbury. Anyone who
presents to donate blood today is automatically entered into a drawing for
a $250 gas card. Officials at the Red Cross report that levels of Type O
Blood are at critically low levels especially O negative.
The blood drive is scheduled today from noon till 6. No appointments are
necessary
Membership Dues for the American Legion Post #270 can be paid to Penny
Daniels tonight and she can issue your new 2012 membership card as the
American Legion Post meets tonight for a sit down dinner beginning at
5:45. The dinner will be prepared by the ladies of the American Legion
Auxillary. The Post’s monthly meeting will start at 6:30 pm. Anyone
wishing to purchase an American flag or flag set can do so tonight at the
meeting. The dinner and meeting both will take place at the Cannon
County Senior Center.
The public hearing conducted by the Cannon County Board Of Education
concerning the possible re-zoning of 13 roads and areas into the West Side
Grammar School District. Residents in the effected areas will have the
opportunity to present concerns and ask questions to the Board Of
Education. At the monthly school board meeting Cannon County Director Of
Schools Barbara Parker reported that the rezoning only effected seven
students as the rest of the effected students are already attending West
Side School. The seven students currently attend Woodbury Grammar School.
The hearing is set for 6:00-7:30 this evening. Following the hearing the
Board of Education will meet at 7:45 to consider the rezoning of the roads
into the Westside School zone district.

6th Congressional District Congressman Diane Black is putting together ajob fair August 13th at Tennessee Tech University’s Hooper Eblen Center in
Cookeville from 9A-12 noon. The event is open to everyone and will
connect job seekers with businesses that are hiring or plan to hire in the
near future. Also workshops will be offered on the following topics
Putting together a winning resume, Separating yourself from the pack when
interviewing, Develop the skills employers more desire, Apply the best
methods and tools for a successful job search. Employers will be
available throughout the day, but workshops will have set times and
limited space. The deadline to register is August 5th, so reserve your
spot by signing up as soon as possible. Signups can be done online athttp://black.house.gov/job-fair-sign

Due to overwhelming demand for tickets, the Cannon County Arts Center hasadded two extra performances to their current run of “Hairspray”. The
added shows are Saturday July 23rd at 2:00 and Sunday July 24th at 7:30
p.m. Tickets are also still available for the shows at 7:30 on Friday,
7:30 on Saturday and 2:00 on Sunday. Tickets for Hairspray are $12 with
discounts available for students, seniors and groups. Tickets may be also
purchased by calling the Arts Center Box office at 563-2787.
The Final performance of the Darryl Deason directed smash hit play
Hairspray is Sunday July 24th

The Woodbury Planning Commission went through a very light agenda Tuesdaynight during their regular monthly meeting at City Hall. After the
minutes of the June 2011 meeting was approved, Mayor Harold Patrick gave
an update of events in Woodbury. Saturday night the Town of Woodbury
along with the Cannon County Chamber of Commerce held a cruise in. The
event drew participation of 84 cars. They look forward to holding this
event once a month until October.
Mayor Harold Patrick made a motion and seconded by Bill Jennings to pass
the five year plan. The Commission looked into updated the five year strategic plan
but the motion was made to not make any changes and adopt the five year
plan in its original form. The motion passed
Next item on the agenda dealt with the election of officers. The item was
on last months agenda but there wasn’t enough planning commission members
attending to warrant a fair vote. This month however, Mayor Patrick made
a motion, Sue Patrick seconded the motion to elect Jimmy Barrett Chairman,
Bill Jennings Vice Chairman and Dotty Duggin Secretary. The motion
passed. The only change in the officers is Bill Jennings takes the place of vice-chairman
of Walter Alexander. Alexander still serves on the commission but has not been to any of the recent planning commissions meetings because of health reasons.
Two of the representatives providing planning services to the Town Of
Woodbury from the Upper Cumberland Development District attended the
meeting and were introduced to the planning commission. Luke Collins and
Tommy Lee were introduced to the planning commission. They will be part
of the team of planners employed by the Upper Cumberland Development
District. The main planner that will be working with the town of
Woodbury, Shannon Copas, could not be in attendance last night.

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has been notified by theFederal Highway Administration that $51.9 million in federal funds will be
rescinded from the department’s federal allocation of funds for fiscal
year 2011. A rescission of funds means that federal dollars promised to
Tennessee have now been cancelled and will not be received.
“Nearly 50% of the department’s budget comes from the federal government,
so a reduction in these funds significantly impacts the resources
available to TDOT,” said TDOT Commissioner John Schroer. “This shortfall
requires the department to make difficult decisions in our core highway
programs,” Schroer continued, “We don’t want to make cuts anywhere that
would delay the delivery of projects that are ready to go.”According to
the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration,
Section 2201 of the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011,
contains a $2.5 billion rescission of unobligated balances of funds
apportioned to the States of which Tennessee’s share is $51,950,327.

Area chapters of the American Cancer Society are conducting their RelayFor Life ceremonies. Cannon County conducted their chapter’s relay for
life in May with Dekalb County’s in June. July marks the Coffee County
Relay For Life. Coffee County will hold their first Colors of Cancer 5k
Race and Family walk Scheduled for this Saturday at 8:00 A.M. along the
Duck River Greenqay through the Manchester Park. Everyone is invited to
participate in the 5K. The registration fee is $20 per person with a
discounted fee for additional family members in the household.
There will be T-shirts and participation certificates for all who
register. Contact information is available online at www.active.com or atwww.relayforlife.org/coffeetn