Stories from Thursday, March 1, 2018

Cascade defeated LEAD Academy 51-46 Thursday night in the Region 4-A Championship.

Hubert Abernathy, Jr., 90, of Nashville died Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018. He was the brother of Nancy H. Buchanan of Shelbyville. Graveside service 2 p.m. Sunday at Willow Mount Cemetery. Public viewing 1-4 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Chapel, Nashville.

Shelbyville Central Golden Eagle senior wide receiver Jeremiah Wyatt recently signed a letter of intent to continue his education as well as his football career at the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Ky. Wyatt had an outstanding senior season, despite suffering a knee injury early that sidelined him for a number of games...

First Presbyterian Church has opened a "Little Free Library" next to its building, facing Jefferson Street. A Little Free Library is a free book exchange, usually in the form of a wooden box or cabinet. Anyone can pick up a book from the box, or leave books in it. There's no checkout process, and the library works on the honor system. You are asked to return either the book you borrowed or another book or books to replace it...

State Rep. Pat Marsh (R-Shelbyville) announced Tuesday that he will seek re-election to the Tennessee House of Representatives in the Aug. 2 Republican primary. "My family and I are very grateful for the tremendous outpouring of support and encouragement during this process," said Marsh in a news release. "We are humbled by the overwhelmingly positive comments sent our way."...

This tree near downtown Shelbyville was anticipating the arrival of spring a little early by beginning to bloom. (T-G Photo by Jason M. Reynolds)

A rifle-style BB gun and costume jewelry were stolen from a home on Highway 130 West during the day Tuesday. The home had been locked and a side door was kicked open to gain access, the Bedford County Sheriff's Office said. Approximately $900 worth of quail meat was stolen and drawers opened in several rooms between 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, the BCSO said...

To the vegetable geek, it is not actually late winter or early spring, it is quite simply "seed starting season." So, as the heat mats and grow lights come out, and the peat moss starts flying, you might want to consider growing some beautiful small-fruited "Valentine" and "Midnight Snack" All American Selection (AAS) award winning tomatoes this year...

Lynchburg Flat Track Racing will hold a race event Saturday at Calsonic Arena. Gates open at 1 p.m., heat races start at 4 p.m., and main events start at 7 p.m. There will be vendor space as well. Admission is $10 for all ages, and parking will be $5...

MARCH 1899 OLD LANDMARKS -- Most of the very oldest houses about Shelbyville have disappeared within the past few years. Among the very oldest houses now standing in Shelbyville may be the main part of the residence now owned and occupied by Mrs. Lena Frankle near the Presbyterian Church. ...

The Community Clinic of Shelbyville & Bedford County has announced its upcoming hours: March 6, 2-6 p.m.; March 8, 2-6 p.m.; March 13, diabetic clinic luncheon, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; March 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; March 20, 2-6 p.m.; and March 22, 2-6 p.m...

Four Corners FCE club met Feb. 26 at the home of Sally McReynolds, with 12 members present. President Connie Smith called the meeting to order and Charlene Judd gave devotion by reading from "Jesus Calling" book. Members were asked to name books they would recommend for reading...

Flooding at our house on Halls Mills Road