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October 27, 2006

Volume 2, Issue 42

 

The Brownsville Haywood County Chamber of Commerce held its annual Membership Banquet last night. This is the evening when the yearly awards are presented and this year’s recipients are most deserving. Please join me in congratulating these men and women for their outstanding contributions to our community.

Andy Wynn – “Man of the Year”

JoAnna Morris – “Woman of the Year”

First South Bank – “Business/Industry of the Year”

Dontye Bradford – “Educator of the Year”

Nancy Cates – “Volunteer of the Year”

Tim Stokely – “Ambassador of the Year”

 

If you still have a scarecrow up on the courthouse lawn, please remember to have it down by Saturday afternoon, October 28, to make way for the Field of Flags. I can’t express enough my appreciation and that of the Haywood County Master Gardeners for all who participated in this year’s contest. There were 36 entries and all of them winners. Unfortunately all couldn’t receive prizes and I promise you it was a hard decision for the judges. I will tell you this. There were three ties when the judges finished their initial voting and they had to vote three more times before all the ties were broken. That gives you an idea of just how hard it was to pick a winner. See the winning entries here.

 

What a great day Saturday at the festival!! If you missed this year’s Hatchie Fall Fest, well, you just missed it. It is estimated that over 3,000 people attended and the crowd was steady all day. I even noticed a few, myself included, who tried something from every food vendor there. A big, BIG, thank you to Daniel Thornton and everyone who worked so hard to make this festival a success. And if you enjoyed the festival as much as I did, please thank the sponsors. Because of their financial and in-kind contributions, our festival remains free to everyone and they need to know how much we all appreciate them.

 

And just because this year’s festival is over doesn’t mean that there is nothing to do for a while. Check out all the activities lined-up for this weekend. You’ll want to be sure and attend Broadway Review II at College Hill. There is a Saturday night and Sunday afternoon performance scheduled. Jennifer Simmons Milligan is the director and the Stars of Brownsville will put their best foot forward in this musical production.

 

Saturday, October 28

 

Benefit for Paul Howard

There will be a benefit for cancer patient Paul Howard beginning at noon on Saturday, October 28, at The Store (Joe's Place) in the Tibbs/Forked Deer Community. Spaghetti and Chitterlings with all the trimmings will be available at noon for $5. A cake walk will begin at 2 p.m. and a $5 admission fee will get you in to hear the band at 8 p.m. All donations will be appreciated. For more information and directions, call Wanda at 772-1683 or 780-7860; Cherry at 780-4733; or The Store at 779-9342.

 

Union Grove UMC Annual Stew

Union Grove United Methodist Church, located 8118 Highway 70 East, will host their annual stew fundraiser on Saturday, October 28. $20 per gallon, pre-orders only. Union Grove will provide containers and the stew will be ready for pick-up after 1 p.m. For more information or to order, call Margaret Ann Fletcher at 731-772-2639.

 

Broadway Review II

The Brownsville Haywood County Arts Council will present Broadway Review 2 Saturday and Sunday, October 28 and 29. The 2-day musical performance will feature the Stars of Brownsville in a tribute to Broadway. The show is directed by Jennifer Simmons Milligan and tickets are available by contacting Betsy Thornton at 731-772-4883. Saturday night's performance will begin at 7 p.m., and Sunday's begins at 2 p.m.

 

St. James' Fall Fest

St. James Church of God in Christ in Stanton will hosts its 2nd annual Fall Fest on Saturday, October 28, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The festival is sponsored by the Sunday School Department and is designed to offer the children a safe place to participate in fun and games without all the dangers of Halloween. There will be plenty of food, fun and enjoyment to be had by all in a loving Christian environment. The event is free and everyone is invited to participate. For more information and directions, contact Diane at 780-7123.

 

Sunday, October 29

 

Daylight Savings Time Ends

Be sure to set your clocks “BACK” 1 hour before you go to bed Saturday night.

 

Celebration & Dedication

Brownsville Baptist Church will have a special day of Celebration and Dedication on Sunday, October 29, for its renovated church sanctuary, pipe organ and new Steinway grand piano. The schedule for the day includes a piano recital at 9:30 a.m., featuring several church members; a dedication worship service at 10:30 a.m., followed by a covered dish luncheon; and an organ recital celebrating the renovation and restoration of the church's 65-year-old organ. Brownsville native Jeff Binford will be the guest organist. The entire community is invited to attend these special events. Brownsville Baptist Church is located on the corner of West Main Street and Wilson Street.

 

Monday, October 30

 

Celebrate Sonic’s New Location

In celebration of their new location and brand new building, Sonic Drive-in invites everyone to join them for a Ribbon Cutting on Monday, October 30, at 10 a.m. Their new location is at 414 East Main Street.

 

Tuesday, October 31

 

Happy Halloween!!!

The City of Brownsville asks everyone to please observe Halloween “trick or treating” during the hours of 5-8 p.m., and to remain aware and safety conscious at all time.

 

Fish Fry & Fall Fest

First United Methodist Church and First Presbyterian Church will host a Fish Fry and Fall Fest Tuesday evening, October 31, at First United Methodist, 117 East Franklin. A fish fry will begin at 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., with a fall fest carnival beginning at 6:30. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy a fun time for all. Children's games and activities are scheduled throughout the evening.

 

Thursday, November 2

 

Early Voting Ends Today

Thursday, November 2, is the last day you can vote early for the Election coming up on November 7. Voting is available from 9 a.m to 1 p.m., downstairs at the Chamber of Commerce, 121 West Main St. Please use the rear entrance.

 

Friday, November 3

 

Stand for the Family Rally

As part of Dr. James Dobson’s Focus on Families effort, there will be a Stand for the Family Rally Friday, November 3, beginning at 2 p.m., on the courthouse lawn. The rally will last about 30 minutes. The focus will be on the Constitution Amendment 1 issue.

 

Sunday, November 5

 

Holiday Open House

Join these local merchants as they usher in the holiday season with a special “Holiday Open House.” Get in the holiday spirit and take advantage of the early season specials. Doors open from 1-5 p.m. Participating merchants are: Brenton Beautiful Novelties, Livingston’s, Mtpots, Fine Things, Merle Norman Gifts, Morris Jewelers, Brownsville Flower Shop, Sugar Palace, Sportsman’s Connection and Kimmie’s Image Salon.

 

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NEWS:

Scarecrow Contest Winners

Carl Perkins Center participates in Make a Difference Day

Scenes from the 2006 HHS Homecoming Parade

Scenes from the 2006 Hatchie Fall Fest

 

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