Stories from Friday, August 12, 2011

The Celebration has asked Shelbyville businesses to welcome visitors on their marquee signs. The Capri Theater on Depot Street complied with the request. (T-G Photo by Brian Mosely)

As traditions go, it's fairly new -- but one which has become warmly embraced by families of elementary students zoned for attendance at Southside Elementary School. It began a little over three years ago as first grade teacher Caron Lovvorn shared an article about a school that had great success with making home visits to students at the beginning of the academic year. Her idea was not only embraced, but quickly implemented by administrators, faculty and staff...

Balancing the city's books like a business instead of a municipality has cost Gary Cantrell his job as city treasurer. With no comment, the city council voted unanimously Thursday evening to remove Cantrell from his position following a recommendation from city manager Jay Johnson...

Shelbyville took the first move Thursday evening to make sure that nonresident property owners have the right to vote. The council passed first reading of an ordinance that would allow people who own property in Shelbyville, but do not live within the city limits, to be able to vote by absentee ballot...

Benjamin Franklin "Ben" Cartwright, 86, of Shelbyville died Thursday at his home following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Hillcrest Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Cartwright and Dr. Kevin Minchey officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday.

Louise Roberts Dement, 87, of Spring Hill died Tuesday. She was buried at Hollywood Cemetery in Wartrace following a private service. Spring Hill Memorial Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.