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Cases Heard In Criminal Court The January term of Criminal Court for Fentress County was held on Monday, January 25, 2010 with Judge Shayne Sexton on the Bench, with a total of 20 pleas being entered, one sentencing hearing conducted, and two probation revocation hearings held. Full details of criminal court available in the Fentress Courier this week.
Stephens Asks Re-Election as Commissioner Third District County Commissioner Floyd R. Stephens has announced that he will be a candidate for re-election to the Fentress County Commission in the August general election. In making his announcement, Commissioner Stephens stated: “I am a life-long resident of this county, have worked here and raised my family hear. I have served in this position before and have a general knowledge of how our county should work. I consider it an honor to be able to serve the people of Fentress County, so I now ask for your vote and support in the upcoming election.” Thank you, Floyd R. Stephens |
News For Week Of February 3, 2010
Governor’s Proposed Budget Cuts Funding For York Institute Although Governor Phil Bredesen’s budget which he proposed to the Tennessee Legislature Monday night was said to contain no cuts in education, it was learned afterward that it did not include operational funding for York Institute. Both State Representative John Mark Windle and State Senator Ken Yager said that they were “blind-sided” by the proposal, since there had been no indication that this was coming. After contacting various officials in state government earlier in the day, Senator Yager and Representative Windle traveled to Jamestown Tuesday afternoon to meet with York Institute Superintendent Phil Brannon and the York Advisory Board, along with Director of Schools Mike Jones, representatives of the county government and school system to discuss the matter. Both Yager and Windle expressed their disappointment with the way that the matter was approached, and both expressed their total commitment to seeing that the funding was restored. Read the full story in this weeks edition of the Fentress Courier.
J. Michael Cross has announced that he will be a candidate for the office of County Executive. In issuing this statement, Cross stated: “I am proud to say that I am a native and lifelong resident of Fentress County. It is a wonderful place to live and raise a family, but we face some difficult economic times. It is time for a “New Era” and a fresh start. We must all unite to survive this economic downturn. The next election will be critical for our county and its economy. Recruiting new industry and giving incentives to existing companies are critical goals of my administration. Anyone can scream about jobs. We need someone with an achievable, concrete plan in mind. Working closely with the Director of Schools and the School Board is also important. Education is THE critical key to unlocking opportunities for our children, especially in these times of high unemployment. Additionally, as your County Executive, I will continually pressure our congressmen to hasten the construction of the Highway 127 Project from I-40 to Fentress County.” Cross further stated: “Tourism is presently our top industry. We must market ourselves throughout the state and nation to take advantage of our many wonderful resources. Furthermore, I want a united effort between ALL county offices as we go forward into the future. We must use Communication, Cooperation and Coordination to get the best possible benefits from all our County Emergency services; Sheriff’s Department, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, and Emergency Management.” “My wife, Barbara, and I have three daughters and six grandchildren. My family attends Clarkrange Baptist Church where we are active in the music ministry. I have been a member of the “Southern Cross” gospel band for 21 years. Serving as President of the Tennessee Chess Association and as the Executive Director of the Fentress County Education and Community Enhancement Foundation, I have gained valuable administrative and leadership skills. I served our youth as an Administrator, Teacher, and Coach for 30 years and have taught classes for Tennessee Tech University and Roane State Community College. For 18 years, I taught American Government and Economics. I understand our local needs, and I desire to serve ALL?our county as I have served the people of the Fourth District for the past 7 years. In the following months, I will visit as many homes as possible and continue to elaborate on the focal points of my platform. Fentress County doesn’t need another politician. We need a LEADER. To the voters of Fentress County, I urge you to vote Leadership, Education, and Experience.”
Jimmy Johnson has announced that he will be a candidate for the office of Fentress County Executive in the August Election and issued the following statement: “To the voters of Fentress County: My name is Jimmy Johnson and I am seeking your vote and support for the office of Fentress County Executive in the upcoming August election. I am the son of the late Joe and Audie Johnson of the Doubletop community. I am married to Debbie Johnson, who is employed at York Institute. We attend South Main Street Baptist Church. We have two daughters, Kelly and husband D.J. Porter living in Maryville, and Lesley and husband Grant Ramsey, living in Cookeville. We have two grandchildren, Drew and Zoe. For over 35 years I have worked in several of our local businesses and served as a volunteer for various causes: Fentress Farmers Co-Op Board of Directors for 6 years, Fentress County Fair Board for 11 years, Fentress County Fire Dept. for 30 years, and other various youth organizations and activities, with employment at Fentress Farmers Co-Op for 4 years, Fashion Mfg. in Jamestown for 10 years and present employment with Volunteer Staffing for the past 16 years. While making my decision to seek this office, you have to say to yourself, ‘Why in the world do you want to be county executive of Fentress County?’ and the answer keeps coming back -- you have the best people, the best neighbors and the most people you can depend on wherever you might go or whatever you try to accomplish. That is why I am asking you, the voters of Fentress County, to help me to be elected as Fentress County Executive so I can work for you to help make Fentress County the best place to live, raise your family, work and just enjoy life. I?also believe that by working together and not separately that we as a county can accomplish many things because no one has ever accomplished anything by themselves. I will not promise you that if or when elected everything will be rosy, but I will promise you that the days won’t be too long or the nights too short that I won’t be trying to help improve Fentress County or doing something for all the people of Fentress County in some way. If it’s out there, we will try to find it, no matter if it is something to help our elderly citizens or if it is some type of jobs to help the workforce of our county. Thank you for taking your time to read this and before August I will try in some way to be in contact with each of you. Thank you and God bless Fentress County.” Jimmy Johnson
Pall Mall, TN -- “I have always put my independent Tennessee values and the needs of my constituents ahead of partisan politics, and I will continue to do so,” stated U.S. Representative Lincoln Davis in formally announcing his decision to seek re-election to continue representing Tennessee’s Fourth Congressional District. “With the exception of my faith and family, the birth of our children and grandchildren, serving the Fourth District has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity. “Representing the fourth most rural congressional district with the third highest rate of low wage earners in the country is a unique challenge. Having been raised in the Upper Cumberland Mountains and having lived my entire life in rural Tennessee, it’s a challenge I feel I am well-equipped to meet head on. I understand the needs, desires, and hopes of my neighbors and those across the district. I have served as I think my neighbors would have if they were in my position. I analyze the issues based on their merit and take positions because they are right for my district and not either political party. I am proud to be rated as one of the most independent Members of Congress. “I couldn’t do my job properly if I didn’t stay in constant contact with the folks I’ve been elected to serve, which is why I’ve held hundreds of open meetings throughout the district, where all Democrats, Republicans and Independents have been welcome. I look forward to visiting with working families in the district over the next year and, hopefully, beyond so I can listen to how I can be of continued service. “I am a small businessman and father who has worked hard to put food on the table for my family. During the course of my short congressional tenure, I’ve worked hard to find ways and support legislation that promotes job growth. For my work, I’ve been consistently endorsed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, AFL-CIO, and National Federation of Independent Business. “As a member of the Blue Dog Coalition, a vocal group of fiscal conservatives, I believe each of us has the duty and obligation to be mindful of the limits on our Treasury and taxpayers. It is this philosophy in part which led me to vote against the Wall Street bank bailout every time it has been on the floor and Cap and Trade. “Protecting the sanctity of life is an issue that is important to me and my constituents. I am proud to be a champion for these efforts in Tennessee and Washington, earning the endorsement of National Right to Life. As a pro-life leader, I’ve been the lead sponsor of the Pregnant Women Support Act, a major piece of legislation seeking to reduce abortions by 95 percent in 10 years. We must do all we can to protect life from conception until our natural death. “I remain steadfast on another issue of importance to the Fourth District, the right to bear arms. I am proud of my work to assure sportsmen and other law abiding citizens have the ability to own firearms. Due to my continued commitment on this issue, I have received the endorsement from the National Rifle Association. “As your Congressman and a candidate for re-election, I ask for your support, prayers, and guidance as I seek to find solutions to our district and nation’s most pressing issues.” Lincoln and his wife of 46 years, Lynda, a retired public school teacher, live in Pall Mall, Tennessee. Together they raised three daughters and have five grandchildren. They are members of First Baptist Church in Byrdstown. Visit www.lincolndavis.com for more information. |
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