Driver Flees After Traffic Stop On Hwy 41 Near Greenbrier

UPDATE: Suspect has been taken into custody.

GREENBRIER TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) –  According to the Robertson County Sheriff’s office, a traffic stop around 8 pm on Highway 41 between Greenbrier and Springfield turned into a hunt for the driver who fled on foot. MAP.

Officials tell Smokey Barn News, there was some kind of confrontation during the stop after which the alleged driver, now identified as Samuel Amador Cruz, 39, of Springfield, fled on foot between Warsham Springs Rd and Kerry Drive.

After about three hours on the run the suspect was taken into custody by Robertson County Sheriffs Deputies, officials said.

Cruz is facing charges of;  Driving Under The Influence 4th Offense, Driving on a Suspended License 4th Offense, Resisting Arrest and Assault.  He was transported to the Robertson County Detention Facility in Springfield under a $38,500.00 bond.

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Over 900 Without Power In Springfield Saturday Night

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Almost a thousand CEMC customers are without power this evening in Springfield.

According to officials, there is a report of a blown transformer near N. Wallace Rd and Old US Hwy 41. MAP

CEMC Crews are in route. As soon as we have a timeline for repair, we will bring it to you.

UPDATE: CEMC had no sooner than arrived when power was restored. Total time down, about one hour.

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Demo Derby Boo Bash, Trunk OR Treat & Kids Power Wheels Derby Oct. 27th At Fairgrounds

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – The Robertson County Fair Presents “Boo Bash Demolition Derby and Trunk or Treat” Saturday, October 27th. Fun filled night for the whole Family. Concessions on site!

October 27th Rain or Shine

at the fairgrounds: 4635 Highway 41 N Springfield, TN 37172

Gates Open: 5:00pm
Trunk or Treat: 5:30pm

Trunk or Treat & Bounce House being provided by- Flewellyn Baptist Church on the fairgrounds property.

Power wheel Derby Starts the Demo Derby: 7:00pm

Admission: $10
General Admission $10
6 and Under: Free
Fairgrounds Parking: Free with paid admission.

Kids Power Wheels Derby Age 9 and Under:

Free for Kids 9 and under must have a bike helmet (or helmet) to participate. All participants receive a trophy. Must have own power wheel to participate. Will start the show with the power wheels derby at 7. Parent or guardian must sign waiver to let child participate.

Full concession stand opening at 5:30 with a wide variety of food and drinks.

ADA compliant bleachers with concrete walkways, and handicap parking available.

For more info regarding this event please contact the fair board on their Facebook page Or by phone 615-382-1007.

Derby Participation Info:

80’s and newer stock class
– 6 patch plates allowed on bent cars. 2 plates on fresh builds.

Mini car class
– 4 patch plates allowed on bent cars.

Payouts-
80’s and newer
1st. $1,300
2nd. $700
3rd. $300
4th. $200
5th. $100

Minis
1st. $700
2nd. $350
3rd. $250
4th. $100

Entry fees

80’s big car- $40

Mini car- $20

Driver +1 at the pit gate. Inspections will start at 3 p.m.

For FULL list of rules and more details Click Here

Questions please contact Eric Adkins at 270-316-8171.

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Sports Car Totaled After Impacting Funeral Home Tree (Driver OK)

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A sports car was totaled after the driver lost control and impacted a tree on Memorial Blvd Saturday evening.

The accident occurred around 11 pm at the intersection of Memorial Blvd and Golf Club Lane. The tree sits on the property of the Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield. MAP After hitting the curb and a small embankment, the vehicle went momentarily airborne before hitting the tree.

Fortunately, the driver was not seriously injured and refused treatment, his sports cars, however, did not fare so well. The impact was severe and sent parts from the vehicle traveling some 70 feet from the crash site. If not for the tree, the vehicle would likely have found its way into the funeral home. A Millersville Officer just happened to be passing by moments after the crash and called for fire and medical.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol and the Springfield Police Department are handling the investigation. According to officials at the scene, a cause of the crash was not immediately available however the driver was taken into custody under suspicion of DUI and transported to the Robertson County Detention Facility in Springfield.

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East Robertson Girls Volleyball Coach Indicted On Sex Crimes

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – This is an update to a story we brought you back in September regarding a Spanish teacher and girls volleyball coach at East Robertson High facing allegations of misconduct.

Following an investigation, the teacher, now identified as 31-year-old Clifton Weathers Horn of White House, is facing numerous charges. At 12:22 am this morning, Horn was booked into the Robertson County Detention Facility in Springfield after an indictment was returned by the Robertson County Grand Jury.

Horn allegedly hid video recording equipment in the girls’ locker room to capture them changing clothes or using the restroom, according to court documents released Tuesday. Horn then allegedly tried to destroy more than 700 files from his phone.

According to the Robertson County Sheriff’s Office, Horn faces several charges that include, one count of especially aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor, one count of unlawful photography in violation of privacy, one count of tampering with evidence, one count of sexual exploitation of a minor, six counts of attempted especially aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor, and six counts of attempted unlawful photography in violation of privacy.

The charges stem from an investigation while Horn was a girls Volleyball coach and Spanish teacher at East Robertson High School. According to Robertson County School’s Officials, Horn was suspended from East Robertson back in September once the investigation began. Horn resigned a short time later, according to school officials in September.

After booking, Horn spent a little less than an hour in the Robertson County Detention facility, bonding out on a $25,000 bond at 1:16 am.

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Reported September 28, 2018

Allegations Trigger Investigation/Suspension Of East Robertson High Employee

STORY UPDATED

CROSS PLAINS TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Allegations of misconduct has led to the temporary suspension of an employee at East Robertson High School without pay, according to school officials.

Both the District and the Robertson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating allegations of what is being called misconduct by a male employee of the school.

UPDATE: According to Robertson County Schools officials, the employee has resigned and more information should be released on Tuesday.

The Robertson County Sheriff’s Office told Smokey Barn News that they are investigating the allegations but no charges have been made against the employee and no one has been arrested.

The name of the employee and the nature of the allegations are being withheld pending the outcome of the investigation into the allegations.

As more details become available, we will bring them to you. This is a developing story, refresh this page for updates.

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In Loving Memory: Obituaries From Oct. 18, 2018 – Oct. 24, 2018

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)

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Obituary for Robert Lee Thomas Sr.

Robert Lee Thomas, Sr., age 85 of Springfield, died Saturday, October 20, 2018 at NorthCrest Medical Center.

His remains are to be cremated and a private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mr. Thomas was born May 9, 1933 in Robertson County to the late Cleveland and Mary Elizabeth Edwards Thomas. He was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church and was retired from pipeline work. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Harrison Thomas.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Thomasine Thomas of Springfield; sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Lee and Cheryl Wix Thomas, Jr. of Springfield and Rollin Stephens and Jodie Fiser Thomas of Springfield; brother, Joe Thomas of Springfield; sister, Jean Tapp of Harriman; four grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

Robertson County Funeral Home, Springfield, TN, in charge of arrangements.

Obituary for Ruth Sims

Ruth Fletcher Sims, age 83, of Barren Plains, passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.

A Graveside Service will be held Friday, October 26, 2018 at 11am in the Bellwood Cemetery with Brother Paul Edwards officiating. Burial will follow with her grandsons and great-grandsons serving as pallbearers.

Mrs. Sims was born December 1, 1934 in Paris, Illinois to the late Forrest Edward and Flora Poynter Fletcher. She was a homemaker and member of the First Baptist Church of Paris, Illinois.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Sims is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Robert Sims and her brothers, Charles Fletcher, George Fletcher and James Fletcher.

Mrs. Sims is survived by her sons, Thomas Sims and Timothy Sims, both of Springfield and Bradley Sims and wife, Shay, of Dayton, Ohio; daughter, Catherine Cooper and husband, Grant, of Springfield; brother, Larry Fletcher of Orient, Ohio; grandchildren, Glenda Burdge, Mac Edwards, Ashley Wilks, Rhett Sims and Keely Sims; and 9 great-grandchildren.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Dan Frederick Schultz Jr.

Dan Frederick Schultz Jr., age 55 of Hendersonville, passed away at the Hendersonville Medical Center on Tuesday, October 29.

Dan was a loving husband and served proudly in the U.S. Navy on board the USS Saratoga. He spent many years in the marina industry.

He is preceded in death by his father, Dan Schultz, Sr. He is survived by his wife of 8 years, Kathy; sons, Chris Wing and Matthew Schultz (Sarah Anne); mother, Arvis Pivovarnik; brothers, Mark Schultz (Shelley) and Jay Schultz (Chris); and a sister, Jackie Moss.

There will be a gathering of family and friends on Thursday, October 25 from 5pm until 7pm at Austin and Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Tony Dowlen

Anthony “Tony” Lee Dowlen, age 65, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 21, 2018 at his home.

There will be a memorial visitation with the family from 10:00AM- 1:00PM on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View. Private family graveside services and burial of the ashes will follow the visitation.
Tony was born on June 28, 1953 in Springfield, Tennessee to Jo Ginger and the late Arnold Lee Dowlen. He was previously

employed at the Blanket Store Shell in Pleasant View and he enjoyed working in his vegetable garden.

In addition to his mother, survivors include his son, Tony Dowlen, Jr.; daughter, Tammy Lynn (Kenny) Dodson; mother, Jo Ginger Dowlen; brothers, Jerry Dowlen and Jackie (Corrine) Dowlen; and sister, Debra Dowlen.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Nancy Smith

Nancy Ruth Wilson Smith, age 75, of Cedar Hill, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 10am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Marvin Crouch and Brother Kenneth Wayne Head officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Mike Byrum, Dickie Escue, Wayne Adams, Gary Adams, Porter Henderson and Kenneth Lewis serving as pallbearers.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 4-8pm again on Thursday from 9am until the hour of service at 10am.

Mrs. Smith was born July 29, 1943 in Robertson County to the late John Freeman and Mary Ruth Boisseau Wilson. She worked at Acme Boot and Wilson Sporting Goods for many years and was a member of the Coopertown Church of Christ.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Smith is preceded in death by her brother, John Edward Wilson. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Donald “Fred” Smith; daughter, Lee Ann Smith of Springfield; and several loving nieces and nephews. Mrs. Smith is also survived by many extended family members and friends and neighbors who will also miss her very much.

If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Alexander Ferrer

Alexander Ferrer, age 42, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 26, 2018 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Pastor Eliu Maldonado officiating. Burial will follow in the Elmwood Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 4-8pm and again on Friday from 11am until the hour of service at 2pm.

Mr. Ferrer was born September 6, 1976 in Puerto Rico to Mr. Hernan Pineda of Central America and the late Juana Trorres. He worked in construction.

In addition to his mother Mr. Ferrer is preceded in death by his grandmother, Lucinda Artiaga and grandfather, Pablo Ramon Torres.

In addition to his father Mr. Ferrer is survived by his wife, Carmen Pineda; sons, Daniel (Jacqueline Schutt) Arocho Jr., Tulia Pineda, Carlos H. Pineda and Jorbin J. Pineda, all of Springfield; daughters, Ivone (Deangelo) Scharkley and Jennilynn Vazquez, both of Springfield; brothers, Tulio Pineda and Jose Hernan Pineda, both of Central America; sisters, Sandra L. Torres of Springfield and Herna Pineda of Central America; and grandchildren, Aaliya, Celina, Dangela, Dangelo, Yazmia, Maysie, Keaton and Diamond.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Everyone OK After Robertson School Bus And Car Collide

CROSS PLAINS TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A Robertson County School bus and a passenger vehicle collided Wednesday causing heavy damage to both vehicles but allowing everyone to walk away with just minor injuries.

The bus was on its way home from Springfield High School with two Innovation Acamody students on board when the bus and the passenger vehicle collided. The accident occurred on Westside Dr near Main St in Cross Plains around 4:29 pm. MAP

Robertson County EMS and Cross Plains Fire medical personnel looked everyone over but no one was transported, according to Cross Plains Fire Chief Tommy Jackson.

According to Chief Jackson, the vehicle impacted the bus at the rear axle causing heavy damage to the bus’s drivetrain and, as you can see, the vehicle will likely be totaled. Could have been worse, one official told Smokey Barn News.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is looking into the exact cause of the crash.

The THP, the Robertson County Sheriff’s Office, Cross Plains Fire and Robertson County EMS all responded to the call.

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“Trunk Or Treat” & Fall Fun Events (2018)

In & Around Robertson County

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Lots of fun Trunk or Treats and fall festivals coming up. Many communities throughout the county generally observe Trick OR Treating on October 31st from the hours of 6pm  to 8pm. Parents of very young children usually start earlier. The City of White House is holding a “Trail Of Treats” on Oct. 30th (see below) Also, the Greenbrier Fire Dept. will be holding a Touch-A-Truck, Trick-Or-Treat & Chili supper and The Robertson COunty Fair Board is having a Boo Bash Derby with trick or treating as well…Don’t miss the fun!

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October 25: Springfield High School Trunk Or Treat

Thursday Oct. 25th 5pm – 7pm CTE Parking lot. A parking lot full of trunks, treats, games and a bonfire to keep you warm. Go Jackets!

October 25: Trick or Treat at the Stokes Brown Public Library

Mark your calendars! Trick or Treat at the Library is Thursday, October 25th from 5-7 pm! We will have more games spread throughout the Library. More games = more candy!

Stokes Brown Public Library at 405 White St, Springfield, Tn

October 27: Demo Derby Boo Bash, Trunk OR Treat & Kids Power Wheels Derby At Fairgrounds

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The Robertson County Fair Presents “Boo Bash Demolition Derby and Trunk or Treat” Saturday, October 27th. Fun filled night for the whole Family. Concessions on site!

October 27th Rain or Shine

at the fairgrounds: 4635 Highway 41 N Springfield, TN 37172

Gates Open: 5:00pm
Trunk or Treat: 5:30pm

Trunk or Treat & Bounce House being provided by- Flewellyn Baptist Church on the fairgrounds property.

Power wheel Derby Starts the Demo Derby: 7:00pm

Admission: $10
General Admission $10
6 and Under: Free
Fairgrounds Parking: Free with paid admission.

Kids Power Wheels Derby Age 9 and Under:

Free for Kids 9 and under must have a bike helmet (or helmet) to participate. All participants receive a trophy. Must have own power wheel to participate. Will start the show with the power wheels derby at 7. Parent or guardian must sign waiver to let child participate.

Full concession stand opening at 5:30 with a wide variety of food and drinks.

ADA compliant bleachers with concrete walkways, and handicap parking available.

For more info regarding this event please contact the fair board on their Facebook page Or by phone 615-382-1007.

Derby Participation Info: Click Here

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October 27: Clyde Riggs Elementary Fall Festival and Day of Shopping in Portland, Tn

Clyde Riggs Elementary Fall Festival and Day of Shopping will be held October 27, 2018. The festival will be at Clyde Riggs Elementary 211 Fountainhead Road Portland, TN, open from 9:00 am to 5:00 for all your festival desires. We will have over 40 vendors for shopping, food trucks, games, face painting, fire truck, police car and more!

Games will be from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm!

****NEW THIS YEAR**** Starting at 1:00 pm
PRESCHOOL THROUGH 5TH GRADE COSTUME CONTEST! $1.00 TO ENTER PER PERSON! Winner will be one boy and one girl per grade level and age group at the preschool level ****please be school appropriate with costumes (no blood or scary mask)****

The auction will start at 3:00 pm in the gym! You will not want to miss this! Donations from local merchants and vendors!

We are also excited to partner with CEMC and Highland Volunteer Fire Department for our Fall Canned Food Drive. If you would like to donate food for our community you can send it to the school with a Clyde Riggs Student or bring it with you to the festival! Join Clyde Riggs Elementary, CEMC and Highland Volunteer Fire Department in making a difference in our community!

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October 27: Halloween In The Park by Goodlettsville Parks and Rec

Saturday, October 27 at 1 PM – 3 PM – 200 Memorial Drive, Goodlettsville, Tennessee

Halloween In the Park will take place on Saturday, October 27th, from 1-3 pm at Moss-Wright Park. Halloween In The Park has become a family favorite event in the City of Goodlettsville, so we are ramping it up, even more, this year!

The event will be moved to the area surrounding Shelter 3 and the playground to create a festival type feel for all ages to enjoy! The event will consist of a DJ, dancing, a pumpkin patch*, crafts, fun games, inflatables, photo booths, and trick or treating with local businesses and organizations.

There will be carnival-type food available for purchase including popcorn, shaved ice, pretzels, lemonade, and more!

Please remember that this is a family-friendly event. See Event Flyer

Costume Guidelines:
No masks are to be worn by teens or adults
No clown costumes will be permitted, except for on very young children.

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October 27 Fall Extravaganza Arts and Craft Show – Hendersonville First United Methodist

October 27, 2018, 9am-3pm: Hendersonville First United Methodist Fall Extravaganza Arts and Craft Show, 217 E Main St., Hendersonville, TN 37075

Variety of crafts, jewelry, fine art, boutique clothes, and décor. Bake Sale, Freezer Pleezers, lunch, and silent auction. Free Admission. (UMW Proceeds support local community programs) For more info visit Church website at www.HFUMC.org

October 28: Trunk or Treat – Mt Carmel Baptist Church (Cross Plains)

Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 5 PM – 7 PM – Trunk or Treat at Mt Carmel Baptist Church: 7109 Highway 25 E, Cross Plains, Tn.

Come join us for Indoor Trunk or Treat! Candy for the kids, bounce house, DJ Johnny, a balloon artist, and food. See you there!

What is Trunk-or-Treat at Mt Carmel? A fun community event.

What does it involve? Trunk-or-Treat, bounce house, DJ, balloon artist, food, and of course – CANDY!

What is INDOOR Trunk-or-Treat? A church-sponsored Halloween event where children of all ages trick or treat from room to room (instead of house to house) inside the church. Mt Carmel’s congregation will decorate their rooms and hand out candy just like at neighborhood Trick-or-Treat events. The event provides a safe family environment for trick or treaters, the children of our community, and church.

How much does it cost? The event is absolutely free!

Should my child wear a costume? Yes! Costumes are encouraged, though not required. Please remember there will be children of all ages, so no scary or gory costumes.

Do I need a bag for candy? Yes! Bring the bag you received at your school. If you didn’t receive one, bring any bag or pillow case you would like!

October 28: Byrum-Porter Senior Center In Orlinda Invites the community to Celebrate their 20th Anniversary

Byrum-Porter Senior Center: 9123 Highway 49 East Orlinda, TN

Board of Directors invites you to join us and help us celebrate our 20th Anniversary
of our current building Reception October 28, 2018 (Sunday) From 2 to 4. Program of Recognitions at 2:15

October 29: Chili Supper for Robertson County Historical Society

Monday, October 29 at 6 PM – 8 PM at the Robertson County Senior Citizen Center located at 601 S Locust St, Springfield, Tennessee 37172.

This is Annual Chili Supper Fundraiser for the Museum. All you can eat chili for $5 includes drink and dessert. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Museum or on the night of the event at the Senior Citizen Center. Hosted by Robertson County Historical Society. See Flyer

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October 30: Annual Chili On The Square Fundraiser! Donations Needed

On Wednesday, October 31 from 11AM til 2PM. We can take these items from now until Oct. 29: Fritos, squeezable bottles of ketchup, mustard and relish, 12 pack Coke, diet Coke, or Sprite, bottled water, plastic forks.

We need these on Monday, October 29: hot dog buns, shredded cheese, sour cream, onions. See Flyer

Homemade desserts (brownies, cakes or pies) are requested by Tuesday, October 30

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October 30 Trail of Treats – City of White House, Tennessee

Tuesday, October 30 at 6 PM – 9 PM – 105 College St, White House, Tennessee 37188

Trail begins at the WH High School Greenway Trailhead @ 6PM
*All children must provide their own bag/basket for candy
*For more information, please contact the WH Parks Dept

City of White House
Parks and Recreation Department
Trail of Treats Booth Registration

The Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting Vendor registrations for the 2018 Trail of Treats. Each business / organization is asked to decorate their 10’ x 25’ booth space along the Greenway in a Halloween theme. Assigned booth numbers will be given to each participating business as they register. Decorating may begin as early as 12:00 pm on Tuesday, October 30th. The event will begin promptly at 6:00 pm. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 615.672.4350 ext. 2114.

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October 31 Classic Tin Cruise In – Trunk N Treat – Springfield, Tn

We will have our 5th Annual Trunk N Treat Wednesday, October 31 at 5 PM – 8 PM at 2018 Memorial Blvd, Springfield, TN 37172.

So Bring your ghosts and Ghouls out for some Treats and maybe a Trick or Two!! This is a Family Oriented Event!! Please Park in the parking spaces behind the cruise in and walk over to the Classic Cars Area to present yourselves and get your treats!! Click To See Flyer

Contact Shelby Horner at 615-336-2257 if you have any questions!!

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October 31: TRUCK -N- TREAT By Payne Chevrolet (All local businesses, churches, organizations, etc. are invited to participate) 

Attention local businesses! We need you!

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Wednesday, October 31 at 5 PM – 7 PM at Payne Chevrolet – 2807 Memorial Blvd, Springfield, Tn

We are looking for vendors for this year’s Truck -N- Treat and are inviting all local businesses, churches, organizations, etc. to participate in our truck -n- treat this year. We had a great turn out last year and hope for an even better one this year!

We will be supplying trucks to participating vendors to decorate and advertise.

We provide the truck, you bring the candy and decor.

To reserve your truck, please call Susan at 615-384-5573 or email swoodard@paynechevrolet.Com or send us a message on facebook!

October 31: Greenbrier Fire Dept. Touch-A-Truck, Trick-Or-Treat & Chili

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Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Greenbrier fire department 790 West College St. 5 PM to 8 PM See Flyer

If you have a kid that loves or wants to be a firefighter, bring them by the Greenbrier Fire Department this Halloween! Touch a truck, trick or treat, see the fire trucks, meet the firefighters, have some chili, and grab some candy!

October 31: Pumkin Festival & Trunk Or Treat At Calvary Baptist In Greenbrier

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October 31st from 6PM to 8PM at Calvary Baptist Church in Greenbrier, Tn. Children 12 and under trick or treat in the gym. Teens: 7-12th grades outdoor event with pumpkin pie eating contest, Speed Carving contest & PUMPKIN CHUNKIN CONTEST! * Church to provide pumpkins.

Calvary Baptist: 2806 US-41, Greenbrier, TN. Phone: (615) 643-7737

October 31: Trunk of Treat – Rock Springs Baptist Church

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM at the Rock Springs Baptist Church: 2155 Rock Springs Rd, Greenbrier, Tn.

Please join us for Trunk or Treat Fun!

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White House Walgreens Robbed At Gunpoint

WHITE HOUSE TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) – At 4:32 pm Thursday afternoon the Walgreens in White House MAP was robbed at gunpoint.

According to White House Police Chief Pat Brady, the gunman entered the store, approached a register near the main entrance, brandished a gun and demanded money.

After taking an undisclosed amount of money at the register the suspect then asked to be taken to the store safe. While being escorted to the safe, a store manager coincidentally crosses their path startling the suspect enough that he has a change of heart and flees the store on foot. The suspect ran in an unknown direction with only the money he obtained at the register. Fortunately, no one was hurt in the incident.

The suspect is described as a Black male in his mid-20s approximately 6’1, slender build wearing a black hoodie, black pants and white shoes with a red bandanna covering his face.

If you have any information about this crime you’re encouraged to call White House Police or Robertson County Dispatch Center at 615-384-4911.

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Mark your Calendar & Make Plans For Your Family Holiday Photos. South Central Growers Presents 2018 Poinsettia Open House. FREE POINSETTIA FOR EACH VISITOR!

Additional poinsettias are available for purchase. They make great gifts and accessories for holiday parties, weddings, and church events.

*All proceeds from sales will benefit Beauty for Ashes – A Healing Place

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South Central Growers Presents 2018 Poinsettia Open House

Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Come see a beautiful array of almost 500,000 poinsettias at South Central Growers!

South Central Growers of Springfield, TN would like to invite the community to its annual Poinsettia Open House on Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Take a guided walking or golf cart tour of the facility, while learning the life of a Poinsettia from cutting to shipment to our stores.

There will be a photographer onsite to take photos next to the Poinsettia Tree!

FREE POINSETTIA FOR EACH VISITOR!

Additional poinsettias are available for purchase. They make great gifts and accessories for holiday parties, weddings, and church events.

All proceeds from sales will benefit Beauty for Ashes – A Healing Place

South Central Growers, Inc. is a wholesale greenhouse located at 4724 Hire Rd. in Springfield, TN. Phone: (615) 384-2366

Bring friends & family & don’t forget the camera for Unique Christmas Photos

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Rollover Crash Uncovers Second Mysterious Crash Site On Lahr Rd

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Officials in Springfield responded to a rollover crash on Lahr Rd Thursday around 1 pm. Shortly after they arrived, officials found themselves dealing with a second upside-down vehicle.

Both vehicles landed about 100 feet apart near a creek off Lahr Rd MAP down a steep embankment.  The vehicles had to be hoisted up to the road with special equipment. Fortunately no injuries were reported in either crash, however, officials are not sure how long the second vehicle had been there. If not for the rollover today the second vehicle may not have been discovered until fall thinned out the foliage.

The location of both vehicles and terrain added a bit of complexity for officials who spent nearly five hours at the scene investigating both crashes and removing both vehicles. Lahr Rd was intermittently closed throughout the day.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol, the Robertson County Emergency Management Agency, Robertson County EMS and the Pleasant View Fire Department all responded to the crash.

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Mark your Calendar & Make Plans For Your Family Holiday Photos. South Central Growers Presents 2018 Poinsettia Open House. FREE POINSETTIA FOR EACH VISITOR!

Additional poinsettias are available for purchase. They make great gifts and accessories for holiday parties, weddings, and church events.

*All proceeds from sales will benefit Beauty for Ashes – A Healing Place

Work Day Planned For Local Wounded Officer (How You Can Help)

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – It’s a day every officer hopes will never come. On October 5th, that day came for Metro Officer Samuel Galluzzi, 24, of Robertson County who was shot twice during the pursuit of an armed suspect in Nashville. One bullet shattered the bone above his right ankle. Officer Galluzzi will require months of rehabilitation.

Now the community is reaching out to the Galluzzi family with some good old-fashioned elbow grease.

Officer Galluzzi and his wife purchased a home in the Robertson County area in 2017. The home is in need of tree removal, drainage work, ground leveling, brush removal, wood cutting, and landscaping. Sam had plans to do the work himself this fall.

OPERATION: ASSIST SAM

OPERATION: ASSIST SAM will coordinate volunteers and supplies to do much of this work in ONE DAY.

WHEN: The project is scheduled for Saturday, November 3 beginning at 9:00 am and ending approximately at 4:00 pm or earlier, depending on the number of volunteers.

WHERE: For directions and more information contact the Project Coordinator: Paul Fuqua PaulFuqua@BellSouth.net 615-406-5746

WHO: Tony Cobb of Cobb Construction and Excavation has agreed to serve as the Project Manager. He will direct the project.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

VOLUNTEER TO WORK: Anyone who can do manual labor. WEAR BOOTS –IT IS MUDDY.

We need 5 people with weedeaters to clear brush and weeds. Bring everything you need including eye protection. BRING WORK GLOVES IF YOU HAVE THEM.

We need 5 people with chainsaws to cut up felled trees to be carried off the premises.

We need anyone who has a truck that can haul off wood, limbs and brush to their property to be disposed of.

We need people that can bring their shovels, grubbing hoes, rock rakes, wheelbarrows and 5-gallon buckets. PLEASE WRITE YOUR NAME ON YOUR TOOLS-we will have Sharpies there.

VOLUNTEER TO DONATE ITEMS: We need 50 rolls of landscape mesh. one White Dogwood Tree, 100 feet of railroad ties.

PLEASE EMAIL OR TEXT the project manager Paul Fuqua if you can work, donate supplies, bring your weedeater, chainsaw or, truck to haul wood or debris. Paul Fuqua 615-406-5746 paulfuqua@bellsouth.net

DONATE MONEY: The cost of this project will be about $2,000.00. To help out with donations contact Paul Fuqua 615-406-5746 paulfuqua@bellsouth.net

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Shenandoah Releases New Music Video Filmed In White House, TN

“That’s Where I Grew Up”

WHITE HOUSE TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) — GRAMMY®, CMA and ACM Award-winning band Shenandoah has officially released their first music video in more than 20 years, “That’s Where I Grew Up” and it was filmed right here in Robertson County. Today, CMT Music and CMT.com exclusively premiered the new video, which also features fellow country star and Florida-native, Michael Ray.

Since signing a record deal with BMG, “That’s Where I Grew Up” is the second single to be released from the band’s new album, Reloaded (produced by Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts). The new album blends their No. 1 hits such as “The Church on Cumberland Road,” “Two Dozen Roses,” and “Next to You, Next to Me” with three fresh tracks: “That’s Where I Grew Up,” “Little Bit of Livin,'” and their first single since the 90s, “Noise.” The last video Shenandoah released was 1995’s “Heaven Bound (I’m Ready).”

The music video is directed by the Edde Brothers and was filmed in a day using only one location to bring to life the tune’s reminiscent narrative— a scenic farm in White House, Tennessee.

However, fans won’t find this version of “That’s Where I Grew Up,” featuring Ray, on the Reloaded album or download, as it’s exclusive to the new music video. The newly-recorded track merges Ray’s signature deep vocals with Raybon’s distinctively smooth croon for a special collaboration.

Ray even makes a special cameo appearance in one of the most pivotal scenes in the video.

“We are absolutely thrilled and sincerely proud to premiere Shenandoah’s first video in 23 years,” says CMT’s Stacey Cato, Manager of Music and Talent. “It’s another incredible moment in a rich history of great country music and videos created by Shenandoah on CMT.”

A family affair, lead singer Marty Raybon’s grandson, Jamison Raybon, and drummer Mike McGuire’s daughter, Alexis Barnes, both appear in the video as well.

Watch the exclusive world premiere HERE

In celebration of the video release, Shenandoah and Ray will both perform on Friday, November 2 at this season’s first Opry at the Ryman.

Some Hits you may remember from Shenandoah:

Mama Knows

Sunday In The South

Church On Cumberland Road

Two Dozen Roses

About Shenandoah
Shenandoah originally formed in Muscle Shoals, Alabama in 1985. The band has charted 26 singles on the Billboard Hot Country charts, including No. 1 hits “The Church on Cumberland Road,” “Sunday in the South” and “Two Dozen Roses” from 1989, “Next to You, Next to Me” from 1990, and “If Bubba Can Dance (I Can Too)” from 1994. The single “Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart,” which featured guest vocals from Alison Krauss, won both artists a GRAMMY®, Award for “Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.” To date, the group has sold millions of albums worldwide and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music’s coveted “Vocal Group of the Year” award. For more information on Shenandoah, visit shenandoahband.com

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In Loving Memory: Obituaries From Oct. 25, 2018 – Oct. 30, 2018

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)

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Obituary for Marilda Ann Smith

Marilda Ann Smith, 72, died Sunday October 28^th in Greenbrier, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Cletis Beach of Hawthorne,  FL, and Betty Hollingsworth of Perry, FL. For several years she worked at the Davidson County Clerks office. She left there to move to Greenbrier, TN where she was an educator at Greenbrier Elementary and Watauga Elementary Schools. During this time she served on both the TEA and NEA boards representing Education Support Personnel. Mrs. Smith was also involved in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. She served on the Legion of Mary as a bookkeeper. She also sang in the choir at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. She will be forever remembered for her love of singing, education, and children.

She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Nathan Smith; her son Chris Ozment of Houston, TX; daughter Beth (David) Duryea of Franklin, TN; son Johnathan Smith of Greenbrier, TN; a brother, Max (Jean) Beech of Hawthorne ,FL; sister, Thomasina England of Columbia ,SC; brother, Richard (Belinda) Wheeler of Wauchula, FL; sister, Velma Vickery of Perry, FL; and brother Vernon Hollingsworth of Sarasota, FL; stepchildren, Terry (Debbie) Smith of Cedar Hill, TN, Brian (Rosa) Smith of White House, TN; grandchildren, Samuel Duryea of Franklin, TN, Jacob Duryea of Franklin, TN, Timothy Mollins, Mandy Hampton, Heather Smith, Angel Mayorga, Zebastian Mayorga, and Justin Smith.

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Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm at Springfield Funeral Home with a Rosary to follow. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday at  1:30 pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Springfield. Entombment will follow at Springfield Memory Gardens, Springfield, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Obituary for Nelline E. Baldwin

Nelline E. Baldwin, age 92 of Adairville, KY, died Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at Creekwood Place in Russellville, KY. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, November 2, 2018 at 1:00 PM at Dean Funeral Chapel with Rev. Junior England and Rev. Johnie Baldwin, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery with Jonathan Baldwin, Josh Baldwin, Matt Heitcamp, Barry Turns, Samuel Baldwin, and Ryan Devine serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 11 AM until the hour of service.

Mrs. Baldwin was born May 4, 1926 in Allen County, KY to the late Jeannie Potter and Magnola King England. She was a member of Logan Mill Emanuel Church of Christ and enjoyed reading her Bible. As her family described her, she was a prayer warrior. She worked for many years at Auburn Hosiery Mill in Adairville and later worked as a tutor. In 1994 she was awarded the Tutor of the Year through the Green Thumb Adult Education Program. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Johnie Ward Baldwin, Sr.; a grandson, Chad Batson; six sisters; and two brothers.

She is survived by her sons, Melvin Baldwin and wife LaDonna of Adairville, KY, Johnie W. Baldwin, Jr. and wife Deborah Jo of Springfield, TN, and Stephen W. Baldwin of Adairville, KY; daughter, Carol Baldwin Devine and husband James of Foster, RI; 12 grandchildren; and 23 great grandchildren.

The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.

Dean Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary for Donna Jones

Donna Faye Jones, 75, of Springfield, passed away on Friday October 26, 2018 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday November 3rd at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Michael Smith and Reverend Bob Carroll officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tres Pettus, Chase Pettus, AJ Luck, Blake Jones, Joedy Hallman, Bryan Jones, Brandon Jones, and Jonathan Drake serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Slate, Jeremy Slate, Aaron Slate, James Slate, and Keith Mitchell. The family will receive friends on Friday November 2nd from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday November 3rd from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Donna was born March 22, 1943 in Orlinda. She first retired from Nasco, and then from the Springfield Wal-Mart as a clothing associate. She was a member of Orlinda Baptist Church, and she attended both North Springfield Baptist Church and Grace Baptist Church. Donna was a member of the Night Owls FCE and the Springfield Senior Citizen Center, where she enjoyed going on many outings and trips. She loved crafts, sewing, traveling, and cooking. Her love for cooking later turned into a greater love for eating out and trying many new restaurants along the way. Her favorite pastime was getting in the car with her late husband, Bobby Lee, and traveling the country side and never knowing what backroads they would get on or where their next destination might be. She was always the reader of the road map and considered herself as giving better travel directions than any Garmin or GPS device. Her prize possession was her specially printed “back seat driver’s license”, of which she often showed to her late husband while he was driving.

Donna was preceded in death by her mother: Rachel Henderson Dillard, her adoptive parents: Charles and Jennie Mae Henderson, her husband: Bobby Lee Jones, her brother: P.D. Rigsby, her grandchild: Paige Nicole Pettus, and by her great grandchild: Baby Jack. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Debbie and Bruce Askew of Springfield, Melissa and David Pettus of Cedar Hill, her son and daughter-in-law: Kevin and Laura Jones of Greenbrier, her brothers and sisters-in-law: Roger and Ann Rigsby of Gallatin, Ricky and Mary Russell Rigsby of Springfield, Russell “Bubba” and Sandy Rigsby of Cottontown, her sister: Sherry Gaston of Guthrie, KY, seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

Robertson County Funeral Home, Springfield, TN, in charge of arrangements.

Obituary for Nancy Peck

Nancy Jane Marshall Peck, 80, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018.

Nancy was born January 3, 1938 in Nashville. She was the only child of Howard and Helen Marshall. She moved to Eagleville when she was a young child and graduated from Eagleville High School. She attended college at Middle Tennessee State University and the University of Tennessee, where she was a member of the UT Singers. Although she has lived in many different states, most of her years were spent in Springfield so that she would be nearest to her family.

Nancy dearly loved having a large family and especially loved her time spent watching and helping with their many activities, sports games, dance recitals, concerts and plays. She was proud of all of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was known as “Nana” and many friends knew her as “Soccer Nana.” She also had a heart for animals of all kinds, kept the birds well fed and rescued many dogs and cats over the years. A true warrior at heart, she loved fiercely and would drop everything to help someone in need. Her family will miss all the laughs and adventures they shared together.

Nancy is survived by her 5 children; Melody Noah, of Hilton Head SC, Jan Bagwell (Greg), of Hendersonville TN, Lorrie Bellar (Don), of Lakeland FL, Kim Abraham (Martin), of Springfield TN and William Peck III (Cori) of Daphne, AL. Her 19 Grandchildren; MaryLu Noah-Dixon, Margaret Noah Conner, Meredith Noah, Amanda Bagwell Williams, Nikki Bagwell Basnett, Bobbi Bagwell Smith, Emmi Bagwell, Jordan Bellar, Mason Bellar Wilkerson, Blake Bellar, Preston Abraham, Garrett Abraham, Nolan Abraham, Liam Abraham, Lexi Abraham, Zimin Gu, Ashlae Sympson (John), Rachel Peck, and Emory Peck. And also her 7 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, November 3 at Austin and Bell Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Saturday from 11:30 am until the hour of Service at 1:30 pm.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Ronald Carroll

Ronald Walker Carroll, age 79, of Springfield, Tennessee, died Monday, October 29, 2018 at Tennessee State Veterans Home in Clarksville, Tn.

His remains will be cremated and no services are planned.

Mr. Carroll was born on July 16, 1939 in West Virginia. He was retired from the United States Army and was an avid University of Alabama football fan.

He is survived by a daughter; Marlene Shea and two grandsons; Robert and Ronnie Selfridge.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Celeste McKinney

Celeste Rosson McKinney, age 67, of Adams, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018 at the Alive Hospice Madison Campus.

Funeral services will be held Friday, November 2, 2018 at 12pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield. Burial will follow in the Bellwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, November 1, 2018 from 4-8pm and again on Friday from 11am until the hour of service at noon.

Mrs. McKinney was born July 3, 1951 in Springfield, TN. She was the daughter of the late Robert S. and Elizabeth Stewart Rosson of Springfield.

She is preceded in death by her son, Craig McKinney. She is survived by her husband, Tommy McKinney; sons, Ross McKinney and his wife, Maria Renee McKinney of Malvern, PA and Kyle McKinney and his wife, Brandie McKinney of Clarksville, TN; sisters, Libbey Hagewood and her husband, John Hagewood of Franklin, TN and Shelley Hagler and her husband, John Hagler of Cleveland, TN; and grandchildren, Luisa McKinney, Gabriel McKinney and Wesley McKinney.

A graduate of Vanderbilt University, Mrs. McKinney was a devoted substitute teacher for the Robertson County School System for over 30 years.

Ross McKinney, Kyle McKinney, Bill McKinney, Jack Hagler, Michael Head and Will David Goodman will serve as pallbearers.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Willow Oak Center for Arts & Learning (willowoakarts.org). Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Mary Ruth Morrow

Mary Ruth Morrow, age 85, of Chapmansboro, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 28th, 2018 at her home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10 o’clock am, Wednesday, October 31st, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Brandon Bell officiating.

Burial will follow in Mallory’s Cemetery in Chapmansboro with Randy Shearon, Jason Shearon, Dawson Shearon, Charles Shearon, Randy Balthrop, and Jimmy Wilson serving as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4:00-8:00PM on Tuesday, October 30th and again Wednesday beginning at 9:00AM until the hour of service at 10:00AM.

Mrs. Morrow was born on November 26, 1932 in Montgomery County,Tennessee, to the late Irving Henry & Etha Mai Morrison. She was a member of the Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church where she was the custodian for over 30 years.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ray Morrow; grandson Jeff Balthrop; son-in-law, Charles Balthrop; 6 brothers; and 2 sisters.

Survivors include her daughters, Sandra Balthrop and Helen (Ricky) Balthrop; grandchildren, Linda Balthrop, Brenda (Jason) Shearon; Trent (Lauren) Balthrop; and 3 great-grandchildren, Dawson & Kyra Shearon; and Stetson Bryant Balthrop

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church. Donations may be sent in care of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View.

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Obituary for James Mark Calvert

James Mark Calvert, age 67, died on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at his home. He was born on October 21, 1951 in Springfield to James and Katherine Calvert. He was a lifelong farmer and member of Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He is preceded in death by his grandparents, D.M. and Ida Mae Calvert, George Riley and Virgie Bell Reynolds.

Mark is survived by his wife, Jane Miller Calvert of Springfield; son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Leslie Calvert of Springfield, Tennessee; daughter and son-in-law, Erin and Alex Pavloff of Grass Valley, California; parents, James Ross and Katherine Reynolds Calvert of Springfield, Tennessee; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lee Anne Morton and husband Scott of Springfield, Tennessee, Susan Calvert-Rosenberger and husband Mark of Springfield, Tennessee; brother-in-law, John L. Miller III and wife, Rosa of Miami, Florida; sister-in-law, Rozetta Miller of Greenbrier, Tennessee; grandchildren, Jacob Calvert, Josie Calvert, Case Pavloff and Avery Pavloff.

Memorial service will be conducted at 1:00pm on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Central Christian Church in Springfield with Pastors Alicia Burton and Mark Calvert Rosenberger officiating. Visitation with the family will be on Friday from 6:00 – 8:00pm and Saturday from 11:00am – 1:00pm at Central Christian Church.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Central Christian Church. All donations may be sent care of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Mary Louise Reid

Age 88 of Hendersonville passed away Saturday, October 27th at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born March 18, 1930 in Smithville, TN to James Henry and Willie Josephine Hall Mangum. She worked as a travel agent for AAA Travel Agency before her retirement.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gordon Earl Reid; brother, Don Mangum. She is survived by her son, Dannie (Frances) Allen, Bethpage, TN; daughters, Judith Luann (Robert) Payne, Lake Charles, LA, Sue Elaine (Tony) Harris and Glenda (Gordon) Reid, both of Cottontown, TN; brothers, Larry (Rose) Mangum, Morristown, TN and Gayle (Susan) Mangum, Chattanooga, TN; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service was held Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Chaplain Mike Potts, officiating. Interment followed in Hendersonville Memory Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Tuesday, October 30th 11am until the time of the service at the funeral home.

Remains rest at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House, Tn.

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Obituary for Buster Smith

Ashley Leo “Buster” Smith, age 54, of Chapmansboro, TN died Saturday, October 27, 2018 at his home.

Visitation will be Thursday, November 1st, 2018 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View from 4:00 PM until the hour of service at 7:00 PM. Bro. Keith Wilson will officiate and following the service his remains will be cremated.

Buster was born on September 4, 1964, in Clarksville, Tennessee to Everet “Leo” and Linda Johnson Smith. He was employed with the family business at “Smith’s Auto Salvage” and was a Christian.

He is preceded in death by an uncle, Andrew Johnson. In addition to his parents he is survived by a son, Brandon Smith; brother, James “Bo” Smith: sister, Kathy Smith (John Waderker); nieces and nephews, Ashley (Peyton) Smith-Stover, Justin Smith, Aaron Smith, and Josh Waderker.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Peterson Foundation for Parkinson at 4205 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN. 37215 and may be sent in care of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Robert Allen Hetzer, Jr.

Robert Allen Hetzer, Jr., age 56 of Hendersonville, passed away on Friday, October 26, 2018 at NHC Sumner Place in Gallatin.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Betty Jean and Robert Allen Hetzer, Sr.

He is survived by is wife of 18 years, Michele Hetzer; his sons, Branson (Erin) Hetzer and Justin Macy; his daughter, Jessica Hetzer; a sister, Michelle Hetzer; and his grandchildren, Hayden Macy, Jaxon, Talli, Trick, and Penelope Hetzer.

All services will be held at Tobias Funeral Home in Beaver Creek, Ohio. Interment will be in Forest Hills Cemetery in Tipp City, Ohio.

The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Hendersonville, TN.

Obituary for Audrey Darth Garrett

It is with regret that we announce the passing of Audrey Darth Garrett, age 42 of Hendersonville.

Audrey was a beloved daughter and mother. She is survived by her parents, Matthew Reynolds and Lynne Reynolds; long term companion, Gregory Johnson; daughter, Ariana; brothers, Adam and Noah; sisters, Skylar and Zoe; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, November 2nd at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville, with Father Eric Fowlkes, Celebrant.

Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Hendersonville Tn.

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Trick or Treat Forecast: Timing Of Rain, Flood Watches & Indoor Events

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – According to the US National Weather Service Nashville Tennessee, latest models are showing a “slowing” trend with the onset of rain, which could allow for additional trick-or-treating time (more candy for the kids = more for the adults to eat too!).

The current forecast for when rain will begin in 4-hour ranges is shown on the graphic!

Forecast rainfall Wed. through Fri. AM remains around 1-4″ for much of the area, w/ locally higher amounts north of I-40 and along/west of I-65. Rain/storms could be heavy at times Halloween night, especially across the northwest. Stay weather aware if trick-or-treating tomorrow!

After Trick OR Treating… (Late Wednesday into Thursday)

Flood watch in effect from late Wednesday night through late Thursday night. The national weather service in Nashville has issued a flood watch for a portion of middle Tennessee, including the following areas:

Robertson, Cheatham, Dickson, Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Perry,  and Stewart.

From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night: showers and thunderstorms with heavy rainfall are expected, and total rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches with locally higher totals are possible. Some flooding is possible on roads, low lying and poor drainage areas, and along creeks and streams.

Precautionary/preparedness actions…

A flood watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Locally heavy rain expected Wednesday night and Thursday. A strong storm system is expected to bring numerous showers and thunderstorms to middle Tennessee from Wednesday night through the day on Thursday. The heaviest rainfall is expected over northwest middle Tennessee where 2 to 4 inches of rain with locally higher amounts could fall. This rainfall may cause some flooding issues on roads, creeks and streams, mainly from late Wednesday night into Thursday.

“Trunk Or Treat” & Fall Fun Events (2018)

In & Around Robertson County

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Lots of fun Trunk or Treats and fall festivals scheduled.

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October 31: Trick Or Treating – Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department

If you and the family plan on taking the kids trick or treating this Halloween, be sure to stop by and see the PVVFD! Due to the construction going on at our Station 1, we will be handing out candy at our Admin building located at 2425 Hwy 49 E in Pleasant View. We hope to see some good costumes and happy faces over the next two days! Stay safe and have a happy Halloween!

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October 31 Classic Tin Cruise In – Trunk N Treat – Springfield, Tn

NOTE: If Rain comes around on Wednesday night for our Trunk-N-Treat…… We will not be having one this year. We will play it by ear on Wednesday!! Keep Checking back!

We will have our 5th Annual Trunk N Treat Wednesday, October 31 at 5 PM – 8 PM at 2018 Memorial Blvd, Springfield, TN 37172.

So Bring your ghosts and Ghouls out for some Treats and maybe a Trick or Two!! This is a Family Oriented Event!! Please Park in the parking spaces behind the cruise in and walk over to the Classic Cars Area to present yourselves and get your treats!! Click To See Flyer

Contact Shelby Horner at 615-336-2257 if you have any questions!!

October 31: Annual Chili On The Square Fundraiser! Robertson County Senior Center – 601 S. Locust St in Springfield. (across from the museum) Also, underneath the 638 Building (courtesy of Hey Belle Boutique)

On Wednesday, October 31 from 11AM til 2PM. See Flyer

October 31: TRUCK -N- TREAT By Payne Chevrolet (All local businesses, churches, organizations, etc. are invited to participate) RAIN OR SHINE

Attention local businesses! We need you!

(Sponsored) RAIN OR SHINE

Wednesday, October 31 at 5 PM – 7 PM at Payne Chevrolet – 2807 Memorial Blvd, Springfield, Tn (RAIN OR SHINE)

We are looking for vendors for this year’s Truck -N- Treat and are inviting all local businesses, churches, organizations, etc. to participate in our truck -n- treat this year. We had a great turn out last year and hope for an even better one this year!

We will be supplying trucks to participating vendors to decorate and advertise.

We provide the truck, you bring the candy and decor.

To reserve your truck, please call Susan at 615-384-5573 or email swoodard@paynechevrolet.Com or send us a message on facebook!

October 31: Greenbrier Fire Dept. Touch-A-Truck, Trick-Or-Treat & Chili

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Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Greenbrier fire department 790 West College St. 5 PM to 8 PM See Flyer

If you have a kid that loves or wants to be a firefighter, bring them by the Greenbrier Fire Department this Halloween! Touch a truck, trick or treat, see the fire trucks, meet the firefighters, have some chili, and grab some candy!

October 31: Pumkin Festival & Trunk Or Treat At Calvary Baptist In Greenbrier (INDOOR & OUTDOOR Activities Under The Pavillion)

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October 31st from 6PM to 8PM at Calvary Baptist Church in Greenbrier, Tn. (INDOOR & OUTDOOR Activities Under The Pavillion) Children 12 and under trick or treat in the gym. Teens: 7-12th grades outdoor event with pumpkin pie eating contest, Speed Carving contest & PUMPKIN CHUNKIN CONTEST! * Church to provide pumpkins.

Calvary Baptist: 2806 US-41, Greenbrier, TN. Phone: (615) 643-7737

October 31: Trunk of Treat – Rock Springs Baptist Church

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM at the Rock Springs Baptist Church: 2155 Rock Springs Rd, Greenbrier, Tn.

Please join us for Trunk or Treat Fun!

October 31 Trunk or Treat First Baptist Church Hendersonville (INDOOR)

Wednesday at 5 PM – 8 PM: 106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd, Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075

The annual Trunk or Treat is back for another year! Enjoy some hot dogs, games, and candy of all kinds on October 31, from 5:00-8:00 PM.

For those looking to serve, you can drop off candy at the donation bins around campus, or you can volunteer to reserve a parking space to hand out candy. Contact Susan Own at 615-969-5657 or tntwo@comcast.net for any questions.

October 31 (INDOOR) Rivergate Mall wide Trick-or-Treat

Wednesday at 5 PM – 8 PM: 1000 Rivergate Pkwy, Goodlettsville, Tennessee 37072

Bring your kids to RiverGate Mall on Halloween night for a safe place to Trick-or-Treat and enjoy fun fall activities! Kids dress in your favorite costume and join us for our Jack O’ Lantern Jubilee & mall-wide Trick-or Treat!

Activities include:

Trick-Or-Treating
Face Painting
Bouncey House
Pumpkin Picture Op
Free small Pumpkins (1st 250 kids)

Event will be located in the Center Court Area. Trick-or-Treaters will be given a complimentary Halloween Trick-or-Treat bag and a map of the participating mall stores and candy stations. NO masks are allowed on adults or kids 12 and over. Costumes should be appropriate and follow our code of conduct. Candy will be first come first serve, please limit to one trip per store and candy station to ensure all kids receive enough candy.

October 31: Indoor Trick-or-Treating Trail of Treats at Epiphany Baptist Church in Springfield: 211 1st Ave. W., Springfield

Free hot chocolate and Apple cider from 6 to 8 PM, candy games and fun 211 1st Ave. W., Springfield

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 2018 ACT Scores, Robertson County Improves

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – The Tennessee Department of Education released 2018 ACT scores on Wednesday, October 31.

Robertson County public school students recorded a 96% participation rate and scored an average composite score of 19.9. While this composite score equaled 2017 results, the percentage of on-time regular education graduates who scored 21 or higher increased from 40.8% to 41.4%. Additionally, 18.6% of RCS students taking the test met all four ACT benchmarks, up from last year’s 17.8%, making Robertson County one of the higher achieving school districts in Middle Tennessee.

Dr. Chris Causey, RCS Director of Schools said he is pleased with the overall results from this year’s scores.

“While we always want our composite to grow to a goal of 21, we are excited with the growth in our percentage of students scoring a 21 and the percentage of students meeting all benchmarks. This data shows that more students in Robertson County are ready for post-secondary opportunities which will lead to success in whatever path they choose.”

According to DOE Commissioner Candice McQueen, state ACT scores are, “an opportunity for our students to show they are college and career ready.” She further noted that the class of 2018 was the second group to have access to a free opportunity to retake the ACT, and that because of this; the state has seen promising results from all students, particularly those who are economically disadvantaged. “With increased ACT access and participation, our state has sent a strong signal to the country that Tennessee is committed to providing opportunities for our students’ futures,” she said.

Robertson County Schools will continue to emphasize the importance of ACT scores for graduating seniors and to provide the scholastic environment that will enable all students to succeed.

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How To Get A Free hour Of Sleep This Sunday Morning

Fall Back! It’s Time To Set Your Clocks & Check Your Batteries

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Daylight Savings Time will begin at precisely 2 a.m. this Sunday, November 4. All you have to do is set your clocks (back one hour) Saturday night to get your free hour of sleep Sunday morning. If you forget, not only will you lose your free hour of sleep but you could also face the embarrassment of showing up really early to church Sunday morning.

This is also an opportune time to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

Every home should have working smoke alarms to provide an early warning. Statistics show that most fatal fires occur at night and almost every day a life is saved because of a working smoke alarm.

The maximum lifespan of Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are generally 8-10 years. Please test old units, if they do not respond properly when tested, they should be replaced immediately for the safety of you and your family.

If you have health issues and can’t change the batteries yourself, many Fire Departments will come to your home and change them free of charge. Smokey Barn News has confirmed with Fire Departments in Springfield, Portland,  Guthrey KY VFD, Ridgetop, White House Community VFD, White House City, North Robertson Fire and Pleasant View. All said they would be happy to come to your home and change smoke detectors batteries for those with health-related issues. Some fire departments may supply the batteries, some may not. Some Fire Departments even have programs that offer free smoke detectors to residents within their coverage area if you ask.

OK now, (like Smokey does every time there is a time change) we have added our video of Jim Ball setting the Robertson County Courthouse clock. Other than a reporter for Smokey Barn News, Jim is also a clockmaker and manages the big old clock. Jim rebuilt the old clock in 2006 during the courthouse restoration.

So if you are new to Smokey enjoy Jim’s delightful tour of the Courthouse clock and roof above.

Clock Room Tour VIDEO:

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White House “My Town” Lip Sync Shows Community Spirit

WHITE HOUSE TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – White House sets the bar high with a touching lip sync video that expresses the charm of the city on the right.

“Partly in Robertson and Sumner counties, White House is a tight community and we wanted the video to express that,” said White House Police Chief Pat Brady.

“That’s why we have both Highschool football teams, Cheerleaders, preschool kids, library, we had a few college students come home to participate, so we had a whole spectrum.

“Everyone donated their time and energy so there was very little production costs, it was truly a community project, Brady said. Production started back in late July and it was a lot of fun to watch it all come together.

“You know at the end looking back it’s really neat because we did so many film sessions and to see the final product was amazing. The filming that we did on the first day doesn’t really show up until 3/4 of the way in the video. It’s in a different order than what we filmed. It was really cool to see how that came together.

“The lip-synching part was really nerve-racking, I’ve never done anything like that before, it’s pretty cool how they set that up. They had very large speakers that just blasted the music so if you’re singing the song you’re not even hearing yourself, you’re just singing along to the loud music. Later they were able to go and edit that and cut it and sync it together. It came out really good.

“The video was put together by Joanne and Jim Gordon, of White House, who have a lot of experience with commercials and TV productions. Stratton DV Imaging also played a big part and it shows in the quality of the video.

“The community support was outstanding it was just fun, we really hope that shows in the video.”

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Marines Land In Springfield In Day Of Training

SPRINGFIELD ROBERTSON TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) It was a site to see, a great big MV-22 Osprey Tiltrotor Aircraft landing at the Robertson County Airport. Actually, the helicopter/airplane landed many times in what was a day of training.

Chris Ferraraccio

“It was the US Marines and we were happy to have them,” said Airport Manager and Wingnuts Aviation co-owner Chris Ferraraccio. “We coordinated it about a month ago. It was great having them here.”

Chris says don’t be alarmed if you see the big bird flying over your home this evening, it’s just a training exercise. Expect to see them over the next few weeks as training continues.

Did you see the big bird today? Tell us about it in comments below.

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Enhanced Risk: Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Possible Tornadoes, Localized Flooding

ROBERTSON COUNTY & MIDDLE TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) –State of Tennessee Weather Briefing from the National Weather Service Nashville, TN – Monday, November 5, 2018.

…First, Robertson County has fortunately dodged a good number of weather bullets over the years. This could be due to the unique nature of the county’s altitude combined with its topography and positioning as it relates to normal southern and northern air movements. All that put together may be offering Robertson County some protection, however, you should consider weather alerts released by the National Weather Service seriously and take logical precautions when there is a weather potential like the storms forecasted for this evening…

What to Expect

There is an Enhanced Risk of severe storms tonight for much of West and Middle Tennessee. The Cumberland Plateau and western portions of East Tennessee are under a Slight Risk.

This is a highly-sheared wind environment. The primary risks tonight are:

1) damaging straight-line winds

2) a few tornadoes

3) localized flash flooding.

Highlights

Highest threats for severe weather will be across West and Middle Tennessee generally along and south of I-40/along and southwest of I-24.

Timing of severe weather makes this event potentially dangerous as the highest impact damaging winds as well as tornadoes will occur after sunset.

***The timing for severe weather in Robertson County is predicted

from 9PM through 12AM.

Nighttime tornadoes are EXTREMELY dangerous! Any tornado that develops will be fast moving, so if a Tornado Warning is issued, ACT QUICKLY!

What Could Change the Forecast?

Worst Case Scenario: Widespread Severe Weather including Strong Tornadoes across West and Middle TN

Clearing skies and ample warm southerly air this afternoon and evening increasing instability through the overnight hours.

Best Case Scenario: Mostly Damaging Straight-line Wind Event across most of the state with a quick spin-up tornado or two mainly across southern West and southern Middle TN.

Cloudy all day with no sunshine and instability stays farther south.

***NOTE: No School (RC Schools) for students Tuesday, November 6, 2018. PD/Admin Day (3 hours PD) Again– No Students.

Election Day – VOTING
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Voting Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
(Check your voter registration card for your polling location)

Robertson County Election Office: 513 South Brown Street, Room 137
Springfield, TN 37172. 615-384-5592

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