All About Brownsville - June 10, 2010

& Haywood County

June 10, 2010

Volume 6, Issue 22

Today is the last day to vote early. Do so before 1 p.m. at the courthouse. Election day is Tuesday, June 15. We'll know sometime Tuesday night who our next Mayor of Brownsville is.

Tonight's NRA Banquet is a big deal and you haven't gotten your tickets yet, call one of the gentlemen listed below and I'm sure they will try to work you in.

We've all been following the progress of Dustin Milton. Dustin is 12 and was suddenly struck with paralysis while vacationing several weeks ago. Although I'm not sure if the exact cause has been found, Dustin is showing progress and hopefully will be able to make a full recovery. In the meantime several fundraisers are being planned to help with medical expenses and Dustin's needs. The first one I know about is a lunch tomorrow at Haywood Park Community Hospital. As you hear about these events, please plan to attend and help with this cause.

Planning for the Hatchie Fall Fest is well underway and some of our vendor spots are beginning to fill up. If you are an arts and craft, it's time to get your application in and ensure a prime spot at the festival. Go to www.hatchiefallfest.com to download an application.

I'm excited about the Heritage Center's first concert planned for next Saturday, June 19. It'll take place on the porch of the Sleepy John Estes house and promises to be very entertaining. Both David and George put on a great show. I hope you will pack a picnic or visit one of our surrounding restaurants, bring a lawn chair and enjoy. The museums will be open, too. Perfect family outing and the best part - it's free.

So check out the calendar and other events happening this week and I'll see you next Saturday night!

~ Sonia

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Thursday, June 10

Friends of the NRA

The West Tennessee Friends of the NRA will hold their annual fundraising banquet at 6 p.m., Thursday, June 10, at the First South Community Room, 308 West Main. Tickets are $25. Proceeds from the event benefit state and national projects such as hunter education, wildlife conservation and shooting teams. Over 90% of funds benefit youth related projects. The event will also include an auction. For tickets, or more information, contact Mark Kendrick, 731-772-9304 or 731-780-0625; Jerry Rogers, 731-780-0055; Galon Baggett at 731-772-8110; or stop by American Motors on North Washington.

Friday, June 11

Lunch for Dustin

Haywood Park Community Hospital will sell lunch Friday, June 11, to benefit Dustin Milton. Choose from a hamburger or hot dog plus chips, cookie and a drink for $5. Call in order, 731-772-4110, for easy pick-up or have lunch at the hospital. Dustin is the 12-year-old son of Chris and Jackie Milton who is currently having therapy and recovering at Shepherd Center in Atlanta, Georgia, after suddenly experiencing paralysis while on vacation in May.

Saturday, June 12

6th Annual JCIL/VA Fishing Rodeo

This is also free fishing day in Tennessee. If you would like to fish or be a volunteer at the 6^th Annual JCIL/VA Fishing Rodeo, please send a message via e-mail to Phillip Merrell, spanish1@jcil.tn.org, or call him at 731-668-2211, by June 4. Fishing tackle will be for loan during the fishing rodeo.

WRAP Butterfly Release

The Women's Resource and Rape Assistance Program (WRAP) will hold its annual Butterfly Release Saturday, June 12, 9-11:30 a.m., at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Jackson. The event will include crafts, games and prizes. Everyone is invited. For more information, contact the local WRAP office at 731-772-2291.

Sunday, June 13

Harmony Homecoming

Harmony Baptist Church, on Whiteville Road - Hwy. 179, invites you to its annual Homecoming Service Sunday, June 13 beginning at 11 a.m. Dinner will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall.

District 3 Fire Station Open House

The South Hatchie Fire Department will host an Open House Sunday, June 13, from 2-4 p.m. A ribbon cutting will take place at 2 p.m. The new Fire Department is located across from Harmony Baptist Church on Hwy. 179 (Whiteville Road).

Tuesday, June 15

BBA Meeting

The Brownsville Business Association will hold its meeting on Tuesday, June 15, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. All members are encouraged to attend. There will be a special presentation about the STEP Program. Everyone is invited. For more information about the BBA, visit www.shopbrownsvilletn.com.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4838

Monthly meeting of veterans who have fought in foreign wars to conduct business and plan for future events that involve veterans or veteran's programs. Meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 15, at the Hibachi Restaurant on Dupree St. For more information, please contact Commander Ray Dixon at 731-772-0400.

Saturday, June 19

Concert on the Porch

The West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center will present George Parchman and David Smith in concert on the porch of the Sleepy John Estes house - Southern Gospel meets Country Spiritual – Saturday, June 19, at 6 p.m. This is part of the Summer Concert Series being presented by the Center. Admission is free. You are invited to pack a picnic or visit one of the surrounding restaurants for a "to go" bag, bring the family and enjoy an evening of good music. The Center and Museums will be open during this time. For more information, contact the Center at 731-779-9000.

The Way It Used To Be

Jeffrey Vaulx presents "The Way It Used To Be" Saturday, June 19, at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. The play will be presented at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Brownsville Religious Center on South Washington. Cost is $10 in advance, $12 at the door.

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