In This Week’s Hometown/Neighborhood Information January 27, 2020
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – Welcome to Smokey’s week in evaluation/neighborhood information column. It’s a glance again and ahead overlaying the newest information in and round Robertson County.
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State Veterans of Overseas Wars Trainer of the Yr!
“Congratulations MSgt Holland & thanks for 18 superb years as Springfield Excessive Faculties Aerospace Science Teacher. This reward was offered this previous week from the Greenbrier VFW.
Electrical Transportable Area Heater Security
When the climate turns chilly, it could possibly carry a chill into our properties. Transportable area heaters have develop into a preferred method to complement central heating or warmth one room.
Should you plan to make use of transportable electrical area heaters, ensure to comply with the following tips and suggestions:
HEATER CHECKLIST
• Buy a heater with the seal of a certified
testing laboratory.
• Preserve the heater not less than 3 ft (1 metre) away
from something that may burn, together with folks.
• Select a heater with a thermostat and overheat
safety.
• Place the heater on a stable, flat floor.
• Be certain your heater has an auto shut-off to show
the heater off if it suggestions over.
• Preserve area heaters out of the way in which of foot site visitors.
By no means block an exit.
• Preserve youngsters away from the area heater.
• Plug the heater straight into the wall outlet.
By no means use an extension wire.
• Area heaters ought to be turned off and
unplugged if you go away the room or go to mattress.
Sorts of electrical area heaters
Oil or water-filled radiator
Heated oil or water travels
via the heater.
Fan-forced heater
A fan blows heat air over
steel coils.
Ceramic heater
Air is warmed over a ceramic
heating ingredient.
Infrared heaters
Warmth is created by infrared bulbs.
Robertson County Truthful, TN – Thanks to everybody for serving to us obtain the 2019 2nd Runner Up AAA Division Benefit Award on the Tennessee Affiliation of Gala’s Conference.
Can’t wait to see you at our 2020 Truthful, September 8- September 12.
The most effective festivals in Tennessee are being honored for his or her success in sharing agriculture with residents statewide.
The Tennessee Division of Agriculture (TDA) and Tennessee Affiliation of Gala’s just lately offered awards to the highest county, regional, and state agricultural festivals for the 2019 season. Roughly 850 folks attended the Gala’s Benefit Awards occasion through the 98th Tennessee Affiliation of Gala’s Conference held Jan. 16-18, 2020, in Murfreesboro.
A complete of 53 festivals acquired the Award of Benefit primarily based on agriculture, instructional worth, general operations, and the promotion of native curiosity and neighborhood spirit.
“For greater than 160 years, the Tennessee Division of Agriculture has been selling agriculture via festivals throughout our state,” Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher D.V.M. mentioned. “Our ample meals and fiber originates from our farms and forests, and you can not put a real worth on the fantastic thing about our panorama and the standard of life that all of us take pleasure in. Gala’s spotlight these property and our rural heritage.”
“Agricultural festivals present good, clear competitors, leisure for all ages, neighborhood assist, and promote our youth,” Tennessee Affiliation of Gala’s President Phil Booher mentioned. “Greater than 22,000 volunteers are key to that success statewide, representing the spirit of greatness in our Volunteer State.”
Signal Up Now for Truthful and Pageant Judging College!
UT Extension: 408 Principal St N Springfield, Tennessee – Name (615) 384-7936
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Greenbrier Center College 3/4 grade Bucks took the Championship January 26, 2020 with 31-19.
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January 30: Tremendous Bowl lunch on the RC Senior Heart
The place your staff colours! 11:30 AM Lunch. $6
Signal-up deadline is Tuesday, January 28
Cellphone(615) 384-6367
E-mail: [email protected]
Metropolis of White Home, TN- Police Division – Congratulations to Ofc. Carlson on taking the Oath of Workplace with Chief Brady and the White Home Police Division.
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Ought to TENN legalize “Medical” CBD Or Marijuana With Larger THC? Take The Senator Roberts Survey
MIDDLE TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – Senator Kerry Roberts, twenty fifth District, which incorporates Robertson, Dickson, Cheatham, Humphreys and Hickman Counties, has launched a Legislative Survey to get a greater understanding of how residents in Tennessee really feel about legalizing (with a health care provider’s supervision) CBD with greater ranges of THC or Marijuana.
Right here’s the precise wording on the Legislative Survey.
“Hashish oils (CBD) are authorized in Tennessee. CBD oils typically comprise solely hint quantities of THC, the chemical that creates the “excessive” in marijuana, however some advocates need to legalize CBD or marijuana with THC for ache aid or different advantages. Ought to Tennessee legalize “medical” CBD or marijuana with greater quantities of THC to be allotted below a health care provider’s supervision?” READ MORE…
Greenbrier Center College – Nice to be a Bobcat! Ms. Carroll bringing residence two Championship Trophies (Ladies & Boys Basketball)
GMS LADY CATS – County Champions!!!! Solution to go!
Congratulations to the Greenbrier Center Boys – County Match Champions!!
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January 31: Go Bowling with RC Seniors
Friday 9 AM Go bowling $8 bus payment + $1.99 per sport + $3.99 shoe rental, plus your lunch afterward
Signal-up deadline Thursday, January 30
Cellphone(615) 384-6367
E-mail: [email protected]
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Millersville Valentines Household Sock Hop by the Millersville Parks and Recreation
Valentine’s Sock Hop set for Saturday, February 15 from 4 to 7 PM on the Millersville Neighborhood Heart positioned at 1181 Louisville Hwy. This can be a FREE occasion for the entire household. Be part of us for dancing, video games and treats!
Millersville Fireplace Division & Tennessee Division of Commerce & Insurance coverage with a message about Residence Fires
Throughout a house hearth, each second counts, particularly at this time. Forty years in the past, residents had over 17 minutes to flee a house hearth with their lives. As we speak, that quantity is now below 3 minutes. A closed door can hinder flames and smoke from spreading to different rooms and might help deprive a fireplace of the oxygen it must develop, limiting the structural harm a fireplace could cause and saving lives.
Mixed with working smoke alarms and an escape plan that you just follow with relations, make closing the door at evening a follow for 2020.
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The NorthCrest Basis Presents a brand new fundraiser “The Nice Barn Get together” set for Might 2. See particulars to order your spot!
The NorthCrest Basis is organizing a model new fundraiser to assist full Part 2 NorthCrest updates (see our 2019 Yr in Evaluation at proper) and to proceed the custom of Camp TAG, a camp that has been hosted by NorthCrest Hospice for greater than 25 years. Consolation Care Hospice is just not solely permitting Judy Suter and her staff of volunteer angels to proceed this camp, however they’re embracing this excellent endeavor.
Camp T.A.G. (Educating About Grief) is freed from cost to youngsters in our neighborhood recognized by college useful resource counselors who’ve misplaced a father or mother or guardian to demise, or perhaps deployment or incarceration. The camp hosts between 25-50 youngsters yearly and the campers discover ways to work via grief, anxiousness and anger via enjoyable staff constructing actions, expression via artwork, and counseling from skilled social employees and chaplains.
The Nice Barn Get together will happen on Saturday, Might 2 on the Smiley Hole Barn. Annually, we hope to supply a enjoyable theme, or enjoyable leisure to maintain issues contemporary and one thing to stay up for!
Our particular visitor for the inaugural yr hails from proper down the street from Nashville – Stephen Bargatze – a comedic magician. He has greater than 25 years of stage expertise with audiences from casinos, cruise ships, the company stage, and faculties and excessive faculties. His stage present will make you scream with laughter and in addition amaze you together with his magic expertise. How DID he try this??
As Director of Scholar Companies Program for Tennessee Secondary College Athletic Affiliation, Bargatze additionally speaks to hundreds of scholars annually utilizing his magic to indicate at this time’s youth how medicine, alcohol and tobacco can impact their lives.
So pull on some comfortable garments, seize some shut pals and are available take pleasure in a enjoyable present after consuming what Smiley’s is known for – conventional type pork BBQ, barbecue hen, baked beans, cole slaw, contemporary fruit, corn truffles and quite a few homecooked desserts!
Tickets for the occasion are $50.00 every, or you’ll be able to host a desk for $500.00 that seats 10 friends.
To order your spot at The Nice Barn Get together, name Adele at 615-382-6048 or electronic mail [email protected]
Springfield’s Payne Chevrolet Making Joyful Prospects for over 90 years!
Congratulations Mr. Mercer in your 2016 Silverado! Thanks for your enterprise, we stay up for offering nice service for you sooner or later.
Congratulations Mr. Edwards on the acquisition of your Chevy Equinox!
Thanks for your enterprise, and please tell us if there’s anything we will do for you down the street.
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February 1: Robertson County AFJROTC Pancake breakfast
GET YOUR TICKETS!
The Robertson County AFJROTC is promoting tickets for his or her Pancake breakfast fundraiser at Colorado Grill on February 1st from 7 to 10am. $5 will get you pancakes, bacon, sausage and a drink. 100% of the proceeds goes on to the AFJROTC. Tickets will probably be bought from now till January thirty first. Tickets can even be bought on the door. Should you don’t have a cadet in this system however want to assist this fundraiser, please contact an AFJROTC teacher or booster membership member.
For tickets: Rebecca Morrison: [email protected]
615-947-2262 OR Tickets can even be bought on the door.
Coopertown Elementary Receives Reward From Metropolis Police Division
Coopertown Police Division Chief Tyler Haley and two of his officers offered Coopertown Elementary College principal Tiffany Hyde a present of 45 handheld communications radios on Monday, January 6.
Tyler mentioned the cash for the reward was a results of fundraising through the city’s 2019 Barrel Pageant. Through the competition, he, his officers, and the city’s mayor volunteered to be dunked with a view to generate funds for the town. After discussions together with his division and city officers, the choice was made to supply CES with the radios.
College principal Tiffany Hyde mentioned the reward was a welcome one with security as a significant consideration.
“Coopertown Elementary College is extraordinarily grateful for the beneficiant donation of 45 walkie talkies items from the Coopertown Police Division,” she mentioned. “This donation helps us with guaranteeing security for all of our college students and workers by offering an instantaneous type of communication within the occasion of an emergency.”
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Millersville Elementary College – Congratulations to our Mustangs of the Week
Springfield Excessive College Information & Highlights
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(White Home, TN) Robert F. Woodall Elementary – Solution to go, college students and households, we collected virtually $500 to ship to the Koala Bear Rescue of Australia! 🐨 #WeAreRCSTN
(Springfield, TN) Advance Auto Components Theft Suspect Arrested, Charged With A number of Robberies
SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – Round 5:20 pm Tuesday afternoon, the Robertson County Sheriff’s Workplace and Springfield Police Division performed a search warrant at a house positioned on Mariview Drive in Springfield.
The search led to the arrest of John Kyler Ray Osborne, 23, of Springfield TN for robberies at an Advance Auto Components retailer and a Greenback Normal, each positioned in Springfield, TN.
Through the course of the search on the residence, the alleged car used within the Advance Auto Components Theft on Memorial Blvd was discovered together with different proof on the scene from a theft at a Greenback Normal Retailer on Tom Austin Freeway in Springfield on January twentieth, 2020.
Osborne has been charged with Aggravated Theft and Aggravated Assault x2 by the Robertson County Sheriff’s Workplace for the theft on the Greenback Normal Retailer. He has additionally been charged with…READ MORE…
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February 4: UT Extension-Robertson County – You’re invited to our TN-KY Tobacco Expo will probably be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 in Springfield, TN.
The annual Tennessee-Kentucky Tobacco Expo is scheduled for Tuesday February 4, 2020 from 6:30 am to three:00 pm on the Robertson County Fairgrounds Neighborhood Constructing, 4635 Hwy 41 North, Springfield.
The Tobacco Expo Commerce present, that includes 30 agribusiness exhibitors, will open at 7:00 a.m. The commerce present gives tobacco farmers a possibility to fulfill with a variety of agribusiness representatives concerned in tobacco manufacturing and associated fields.
That is the yr that present Non-public Pesticide Applicators should attend Re-Certification Coaching that will probably be performed twice through the day; first session at 7:00 am and a second session at 1:00 pm. Price for Re-Certification is $25.
Lunch will probably be served for all members at 12:00 pm and is sponsored by Japanese Darkish Fired Tobacco Growers Affiliation, Burley Stabilization Company, Farm Credit score Companies, Hail & Cotton, Inc., Drexel Chemical, and Agriculture Workforce Administration Affiliation.
Tobacco growers can have a possibility to finish GAP Coaching. Make sure you carry your GAP card or have your GAP quantity obtainable if you attend a GAP coaching. To be taught extra in regards to the GAP Connections program name 865-622-4606 or go to www.gapconnections.com
There isn’t a registration payment for attending the Tobacco Expo and it’s open to all individuals. Applications in agriculture and pure assets, 4-H youth improvement, household and shopper sciences, and useful resource improvement. College of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, U.S. Division of Agriculture and county governments cooperating. UT Extension gives equal alternatives in applications and employment.
The Agenda contains:
• 6:30 am – Espresso and doughnuts
• 7:00-9:00 am – Non-public Pesticide Applicator Re-Certification ($25)
• 9:00-10:00 am – Angular Leaf Spot Illness, Connecticut Broadleaf, Decreasing TSNA’s
• 10:30 am-12:30 pm GAP Coaching
• 12:00-1:00 pm – Lunch
• 1:00-3:00 pm – Non-public Pesticide Applicator Re-Certification ($25)
• 3:00 pm – Commerce Present closes
Be aware: Business Pesticide Applicator Factors obtainable for Classes: 1,10, 12 for KY & TN
For extra data on the Tobacco Expo contact: Jeff Smith, UT Extension Agent, Robertson County, (615) 384-7936 or on the net
Jeff Smith, Extension Agent
UT Extension – Robertson County
408 North Principal St.
Springfield, TN 37172
615-384-7936
[email protected]
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Greenbrier Excessive College – Hunter Hardaway is the 2020 Bowling State champion runner up!
We’re so pleased with you Hunter! You represented Greenbrier exceptionally properly this season and through this event!
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February 14: Valentine’s Day Sweets & Treats on the RC Senior Heart
Yummy dessert bar, video games/actions, treats and prizes $3
Signal-up deadline Wednesday, February 12
Cellphone(615) 384-6367
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R.C. 911 Dispatch Heart Dir Resigns, Interim Director Named
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – After virtually six years within the place, the Robertson County 911 dispatch Heart Director Hope Petersen has resigned.
Peterson joined the 911 name heart because the director again on Might 1st, 2014. Peterson’s final day will probably be January thirty first, 2020. Peterson adopted Elvis Wilson who retired after 41 years in public service. FULL STORY
An interim director has been chosen to fill the position till a everlasting alternative could be positioned. Former Springfield Police Chief Mike Wilhoit will step in temporally. READ MORE…
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Innovation Academy Software Interval Opens In February
Functions for the Innovation Academy 2020-2021 college yr will probably be accepted between February 3, and February 28, 2020.
Informational conferences for fogeys will probably be held within the Springfield Center College auditorium on February 5 and 6, at 6 p.m.
Functions and all questions ought to be directed to Maureen Henderson, at Springfield Center College. Her electronic mail is: [email protected]
The lottery drawing of purposes will probably be held on Friday, March 27, on the Robertson County Faculties Central Workplace, at 8:30 a.m.
Informational conferences for fogeys will probably be held within the Springfield Center College auditorium on February 5 and 6, at 6 p.m.
Functions and all questions ought to be directed to Maureen Henderson, at Springfield Center College. Her electronic mail is: [email protected]
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February 1: Orlinda Live performance/Dance To Profit Tom & Mary Campbell
ORLINDA TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information) – Everybody from all ages is cordially invited to a Profit Live performance & Dance for Tom and Mary Campbell. Tom Campbell is our very gifted musician. Guitar, fiddle, and singing are simply a few of his abilities and Tom performs weekly with a Good Time Charlie Band each Thursday evening dance on the Byrum Porter Senior Heart in addition to different area people occasions.
He has had his second again surgical procedure on January 3. Hopefully, this can assist with the ache that was not relieved from the primary surgical procedure. His spouse Mary is a most cancers survivor and has had a number of main operations previously yr. We need to assist them with some bills they’ve amassed so your donations will probably be very a lot appreciated.
WHEN:
February 1, 2020, Saturday starting at 2 PM
WHERE:
Byrum Porter Senior Heart positioned at 9123 Freeway 49 E. Orlinda Tennessee
FEATURING:
The Good Time Charlie Band & The Blue Creek Band – Name and tell us should you can carry a band, Guitar or simply seeing as all are welcome simply drop in as all are inspired to make this a fantastic occasion!
THIS IS AN ALL AGES EVENT!
DONATIONS ONLY!
Carry baked items, luggage of chips, mushy drinks or different objects to promote bake sale sandwich sale mushy drinks. All proceeds go to Tom & Mary.
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Winter Graduation 2020 – The Robertson County Faculties Winter Commencement
The Robertson County Faculties Winter Commencement was held on January 12, 2020 at 3 pm on the Heart in Springfield, TN. Graduates entered to Pomp and Circumstance performed by the Robertson County Neighborhood Band. This was adopted by the nationwide anthem and pledge as colours had been offered by the Robertson County Air Drive Junior Reserve Officer Coaching Corps, and a welcome from Dr. Chris Causey, Director of Faculties.
Following the enjoying of Holst’s Jupiter by the band, the Hon. Melanie Stark, Robertson County Juvenile Court docket Justice of the Peace delivered a particular handle to the graduates. This was adopted by honors and recognitions by Dr. Bob Pruitt, Supervisor of Secondary Schooling.
Graduates with Honors (cumulative gpa of three.5 or better) included Caleb Isaac Davaloz, Hunter Logan Engel, Cody Thomas Heatherly, Marisa Jolie Hubbard, Colton Clint Jones, Abby Lynn Leavitt, Sean Allen Mason, Margaret Mary Service provider, Lauren Elizabeth Pate, Karen Yulissa Ramirez-Gil, Megan Rhea Rives, Mara Jacqueline Rodriguez, Aaliyah Paige Searcy, Olivia Raven Sidor, Evan Andrew Smith, Morgan Grace Smith, Stacey Trejo Rubio, and Hannah Marie Mae Wilson.
Graduates with state honors (assembly all 4 ACT school readiness benchmarks) included Caleb Isaac Davaloz, Hunter Logan Engel, Cody Thomas Heatherly, Colton Clint Jones, Margaret Mary Service provider, Lauren Elizabeth Pate, Morgan Grace Smith, and Dalton Blake Thurman.
Graduates with distinction (a 3.0 minimal gpa whereas finishing not less than 12 hours of college coursework) included Hunter Logan Engel, Colton Clint Jones, Abby Lynn Leavitt, Lauren Elizabeth Pate, Olivia Raven Sidor, Morgan Grace Smith, and Hannah Marie Mae Wilson.
Three Greenbrier honor college students: Hunter Logan Engel, Aaliyah Paige Searcy, and Olivia Raven Sidor, whereas listed in this system, weren’t introduced on the commencement ceremonies. Their achievements carry honor and distinction to their faculties, the district, and themselves, and so they deserve the popularity afforded to all these graduates reaching excessive tutorial ranges.
Engel was additionally honored because the singular Tennessee Scholar (excessive ranges of educational efficiency accompanied by many hours of neighborhood service), recipient of the night.
Following tutorial recognitions, the 82 graduates had been then given their diplomas by their constructing principals. Dr. Causey closed the ceremony with the conferral of diplomas and presided over the tassel transferring custom for the graduates.
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March 6: Robertson County – Younger Farmers & Ranchers fifteenth Annual Chili Supper and Silent Public sale March 6 (Friday) at 6:00 pm at East Robertson Excessive College
This Fundraiser gives 3 school scholarships for native college students attending a four-year college for an Ag diploma.
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