All About Brownsville - July 15, 2010

& Haywood County

July 15, 2010

Volume 6, Issue 26

When I miss a week there just seems to be so much catching up to do. But I really enjoyed visiting some of my West Tennessee tourism partners and learning more about their attractions and visitors.

I guess the biggest news this week is that our new mayor, Jo Matherne, has taken office. She and Aldermen Carolyn Flagg and Tom Averyheart were sworn in at the City Board meeting Tuesday night. Carolyn Flagg was also voted as vice-mayor by her fellow aldermen. I have to admit it was my first time to be at a city meeting when a new mayor was being sworn in and I was amazed at the crowd. That was the fullest I have ever seen City Hall. A good sign of the support for this new administration.

I want to personally convey my thanks to Mayor Webb Banks, Vice Mayor Joe Taylor and Economic & Community Development Director Anne Banks for their dedication and many contributions to Brownsville. You will be missed and I wish you the very best in whatever the future has in store. It has been a pleasure working with you.

It's so hard to believe that it's time to begin thinking about school starting. The second annual State of the School Celebration will be held Wednesday, August 4, at Haywood High School. Businesses who are interested in participating in the business fair should call 731-772-9613, ext.224 or e-mail garretta2@k12tn.net. The celebration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the public is invited to attend.

There was a really big crowd on the courthouse lawn Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the HHS Special Olympics Basketball Team. They will travel to Lincoln, Nebraska to participate in the National Olympic.

City election is over and county election is coming up. We're all familiar with Rotary Pancake Day during our national election in November and this year they will also treat us to 'Lunch on the Square' during our County General Election August 5. Cost is $5 for a hamburger lunch and tickets are available from any Rotary member.

Hope for Haywood Disaster Recovery Services is really beginning to get underway and we are looking for people who are interested in being Volunteer Disaster Relief Case Managers. If this is something you might be interested in, please call Emma Covington at 731-772-6062 to learn more.

If you are a golfer, you'll want to pay special attention to the first item on the calendar! You'll also notice that a couple of events have changed dates. Kid's Day, which was to be held yesterday, has been moved to next Thursday, July 22. Also, last week's Health Awareness Conference has been moved to this coming Monday.

~ Sonia

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Thursday, July 15

HHS 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament

The Haywood High School Football Quarterback Club will host a 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament Thursday, July 15, beginning at 12 noon, at the Brownsville Country Club. Entry fee is $240 per team, $10 per person Mulligan package. Sign-in at noon in the Pro Shop. Prizes and trophies will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit the 2010-2011 Tomcat Football team. For more information, contact Kenny McRae at 731-234-5519.

Friday, July 16

Early Voting Begins

Early voting begins Friday, July 16, for the August 5 County General and State Primary Election. Voting will take place in the Haywood County Courthouse Lobby.

Summer Youth Summit

There will be a Summer Youth Summit at Faith Deliverance Church, 1193 Tamm St., Friday, July 16, 9 a.m. until midnight. It will include sessions, a concert and free giveaways. For more information or to register, call 731-734-2412.

Monday, July 19

Toddler Time at the Library

Toddler time at the Elma Ross Public Library will be held Monday, July 19, at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack. Toddler time will only be offered once during the month of July.

Forever Parents Class

Every third Monday Forever Parents Class is held at the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center from 4 - 8:00 p.m. In January of 2000, the State of TN passed a law requiring all divorcing parents and those petitioning for a change of custody to complete a four-hour seminar concerning parenting. According to the law the seminar shall educate parents concerning how to protect and enhance the child's emotional development and inform the parents regarding the legal process. The seminar shall also include a discussion of alternative dispute resolution, marriage counseling, the judicial process and common perpetrator attitudes and conduct involving domestic violence. The seminar shall be educational in nature and not designed for individual therapy. Minor children shall be excluded from attending these sessions. The group setting encouraging open discussion and questions and the leader will present tools and ideas about how to build a relationship with each other geared toward co-parenting. The fee is $40.00 cash. Contact the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center at 731-772-8378 to set up an appointment.

Health Awareness Conference

West Tennessee residents are invited to a Health Awareness and Resource Conference Monday, July 19, 6 p.m., at Willow Grove M.B. Church. The church is located at 5157 Hwy. 70 East. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 786-223-1111 or 731-635-8499.

Tuesday, July 20

BBA Meeting

The Brownsville Business Association will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 20, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. All members are encouraged to attend. We will be discussing the plans for the empty lot and possible enhancements. We will also have as our special guest Mayor Jo Matherne. Everyone is invited. For more information about the BBA, visit

www.shopbrownsvilletn.com.

Parenting Classes

Parenting classes are offered every Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center. These classes are in a ten week session. This program provides support and develops parenting skill in its participants. It promotes positive parenting and healthy discipline techniques. There is not a fee for the program and it is open for anyone to attend. Please contact the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center at 731-772-8378 if you are interested in attending these classes.

Thursday, July 22

Fifth Annual Kids Day

5th Annual Kids Day will be held Thurs., July 22, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., at Volunteer Park. Free games, food, water slides, jumpers, face painting & etc. This event is co-sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Parks and Recreation. For more information, call the Chamber at 772-2193 or Parks and Rec. at 772-6693.

Saturday, July 24

Ken-Ten Truck and Tractor Pull

The Ken-Ten Truck and Tractor Pull will be held Saturday, July 24, beginning at 7 p.m. The event will take place at the field next to Pictsweet on Anderson Avenue. Concessions will be available. Local trucks and tractors are invited to participate.

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