Stories from Thursday, February 28, 2013

Two weeks ago, discoloration was reported in a small creek that empties into the Duck River -- the source of Shelbyville's drinking water. Once local officials were informed, they checked into the situation and learned that a "molasses type material" had seeped from Gold River Feed, a company which makes livestock products, making its way into Bomar Creek...

The American Lung Association is hosting its first Fight For Air Climb in Nashville and is looking for participants and supporters to help fight for clean, healthy air. On Saturday, March 9, climbers, walkers, runners and supporters of the American Lung Association will climb the William R. Snodgrass Tennessee Tower. Participants will challenge themselves to climb 27 stories of stairs (638 steps) while raising money to help support the fight against lung disease...

When starting something new, there's generally a learning curve--no matter what it is. For Shelbyville Central sophomore Marcus Bryson, that learning curve didn't seem to be as steep when stepping on the mat this year. During his first year ever wrestling, Bryson spent most of the season working in JV matches, but got a few varsity starts and finished with a 3-6 record...

The mother of a 4-year-old who is in kidney failure and is awaiting a transplant said her family has relied on faith and people's kindness. "We believe God has given us several miracles with Row," said Jenny McLaughlin. "We can feel God's arms around us and we know where it comes from -- all of our prayer warriors."...

Bedford County Financial Management Committee discussed a rather bleak picture for county finances on Tuesday night. County sales tax revenue, prior year's property tax revenue, prior year's court collections and mineral severance tax proceeds are all running behind where they were at this point a year ago. Current year property tax collections are ahead, but not enough to make up for the lag in other areas...

Two years after the unsolved disappearance of Shelley Mook, the concern over the case is evident in the voice of Sheriff Randall Boyce. "It's the most frustrating thing you can imagine," Boyce said Wednesday. "It's just eating at me." The Mook case, as well as those involving two children missing after a Rover-area house fire last September and the fate of Shelbyville resident Bobby Smelcer, weigh heavily on Boyce's mind...

Two years after a Bedford County teacher went missing, her former husband has been told he will not regain custody of their child. The Tennessee Supreme Court refused to hear the appeal of Tyler Mook and his parents, Jim and Kim Mook, who have been fighting for custody of Shelly Mook's daughter...

An attorney representing Bedford County in a costly wage and hour lawsuit is objecting to "excessive" legal fees in the case -- asking they be slashed by almost 40 percent. Earlier this month, a federal jury awarded damages to members of the sheriff's department who sued the county and Sheriff Randall Boyce for unpaid overtime, and retaliation for reporting the matter to officials...

Kaitlyn and Dax Glover having fun on the rocks at Shell Island in Florida 2008.

While camping at Davey Crockett State Park in Watertown, TN, Kaitlyn and Dax Glover enjoy this beautiful waterfall.

Maude Batten Hubbard, 97, of Hixson, a Bedford County native, died Wednesday, Feb, 27, 2013 in Hixson. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lawrence Funeral Home in Chapel Hill. Burial will follow in Hopper Cemetery near Chapel Hill. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Friday and beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday.

Mrs. Wanda Sue Hayes Carter, 68, of Shelbyville died Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2012. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Hillcrest Funeral Home with the Rev. Donnie Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Friday.

Clinton Lee Treadway, 36, of Shelbyville died Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Gowen-Smith Chapel with Larry Hammonds officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-9 p.m. Monday.