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MAX JAMES HONORED - Hall of Fame inductee Max James (left) is joined by wife, Linda, aunt, Annie Laurie James, and cousin, Steve James.
Hall of Fame honors two who believe giving comes back
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Two men who have excelled in the military and in life, yet who are known for ‘giving back’ were honored Thursday night as they were inducted into the Humboldt Hall of Fame. Humboldt natives Quinton Martin and Max James both recalled how their roots in Humboldt gave them the attitude of service and excellence that has propelled them to the lives they live today. The honorees are both driven by excellence, both have a passion in their heart, and both have Humboldt on the tip of their tongue, said Gil Fletcher, who acted as master of ceremonies. Quinton Martin left Humboldt after high school ...
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FESTIVAL TRADITION - A crate of Gibson County strawberries was presented to Governor Bill Haslam by festival officials Friday at the end of the annual Governor’s Luncheon, marking a longtime festival tradition. Festival president Jennifer Seals (from left) and general chariman Mike Hawks present the berries to Haslam and wife Chrissy.
FESTIVAL TRADITION - A crate of Gibson County strawberries was presented to Governor Bill Haslam by festival officials Friday at the end of the annual Governor’s Luncheon, marking a longtime festival tradition. Festival president Jennifer Seals (from left) and general chariman Mike Hawks present the berries to Haslam and wife Chrissy.
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Haslam: Community pride matters
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Gov. Bill Haslam was welcomed by a large crowd at the annual Governor’s Luncheon after the Grand Floats parade Friday. He was introduced by Humboldt Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sherri McCarter. She noted Haslam had goals of making state government customer-focused, balancing the budget and reducing the tax burden. High quality jobs and real education reform are also among his priorities. Haslam first noted that his one-of-a-kind strawberry tie, a gift from a previous festival, had been copied, because Rep. Jimmy Eldridge was wearing the same one. He spoke of the election process...
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Festival 2013: The heart of our hometown
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Festival flash flood a first in memory for many Humboldtans
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Property notices coming
Gibson County Assessor of Property, Gary Paschall said that assessment change notices will be mailed from Nashville next week. The change notices will reflect any changes made to affected properties in the past 12 month review period. Each year approximately 25-percent of the total county propert...
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County fire grant okayed
New fire fighting gear is coming to volunteer stations in Gibson Co. thanks to a $573,066 grant. The news of the federal grant was announced April 12 and approved for the county budget Monday May 13 by the County Commission. “We’re tickled to death about it,” said Fire Chief Bryan Cathey. “Equip...
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FRUITLAND FIRE DEPT. DONATION - Modern Woodmen of America recently held a fundraiser for the Fruitland Fire Department. The BBQ sale and auction raised more than $3,000. Tommy Martin of Modern Woodmen (left) presents the check to Linda Lewis of the department as they are joined by volunteers and supporters.
Fruitland Fire Department nets $3,000
Members of the local chapter of Modern Woodmen of America recently helped raise money for the Fruitland Fire Department by holding a BBQ sale and auction. The event, held on April 6, 2013, raised $3,010. This includes $2,500 matched by Modern Woodmen’s home office through the organization’s Match...
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Leaders in training
Do you have a child who is 13-15 years old? Gibson County YMCA has a special summer program called Leaders in Training: field trips, life skills, swimming. This program will be from May 20 – July 26. Call 855-7516 for more information.
Freewill workday
Freewill Shelter and Outreach will hold a workday at the Freewill Fellowship Hall at 510 W. Main, Saturday, May 18, beginning at 8 a.m. Electricians, plumbers, carpenters and painters are needed to prepare the building for use. For more information, contact Dorothy Farner at 697-4412 or Essie Barnes at 487-6771.
Democrats to meet
The Gibson County Democratic Party will meet Thursday, May 16, at the Teapot Room in Trenton at 6:30 p.m.  The newly elected officers will take charge with chair,  Arland Holt presiding.  New and old members are invited. Summer programs
The Northwest Gibson County YMCA is now registering for all summer programs including swim team and swim lessons (child and adult), water aerobics and summer fun camp. Come by the WMCA at 110 YMCA Drive or call 731-855 7516 for more information.
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Benefit slated in Gadsden
Country Junction Dance Hall in Gadsden is having a benefit cookout for 23-month old cancer patient Presley Grace Kiser, Tuesday. June 21 from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Dance opens at 6 p.m. Barbecued chicken and Boston butts are available. Call for more information, 731-663-3929.
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Parade winners listed
Humboldt Grand Floats 1st Place - Pride of Berryland, Little Children 2nd Place - “OWL You Need is Love” Presbyterian Day School 3rd Place - Chomping on Hometown Berries Out Of Town Grand Floats 1st Place - Medina School Royalty, Being a Hornet is a Piece of Cake 2nd Place -Berry Sweet Berries, ...
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