Stories from Friday, March 23, 2018

County Commissioner Jimmy Woodson has recommended that the new jail and justice center on Harts Chapel Road be named the Eugene Ray Judicial Complex in honor of County Mayor Ray's role in making the facility a reality. Woodson, who preceded Ray as county mayor before returning to the commission, made his suggestion at Tuesday night's meeting of the commission's rules and legislative committee...

Shelbyville's restaurant scene is acquiring a Cajun flavor. A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen chicken restaurant is planned for the corner of North Main and Quarry streets. The site is the current location of Grace Baptist Church and the former site of the Walking Horse Trainers Association...

The ad hoc committee studying county department heads serving under contract was told Tuesday night that there's only one such department head under its jurisdiction -- county finance director Robert Daniel. County attorney John T. Bobo contacted departments after last night's meeting. Some departments, such as the school system or the election office, are under their own governing bodies and thus the way those department heads are hired isn't under the jurisdiction of the county commission...

Dogs and their humans approach the finish line of Paws for a Cause on March 10. The Middle Tennessee Spay & Neuter Clinic held the 5K run/1 mile walk event at the Calsonic Pavilion as a fundraiser. Over 100 people and “loads of dogs” attended. (Submitted photo)

Community FFA president Meaghan Warrick take questions over goat care from students. (Submitted photo)

CommUNITY Pastors' Association will present a Good Friday service, "Seven Last Words," 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 30, at Bright Temple COGIC, 516 Elm Street. Speakers will include Robin Kimbrough, Jimmy West, Glenn Forsee, Abe Zimmerman, Darryle Hood, Anthony Booker, Sandra Avent and Randy Williams...

UNIONVILLE — The Community Viqueens wasted little time asserting themselves in their season opener as they used a 10-hit performance and rode the pitching of Karla Pena en route to an 11-1 victory over the Nolensville Lady Knights in a District 12-AA contest Thursday night...

A lack of production at the plate was the difference in Shelbyville Central’s 7-1 loss to visiting Lincoln County in a District 8-AAA matchup on Thursday evening. The Lady Falcons collected 13 hits, including five for extra bases while the Eaglettes (0-4, 0-2) had four hits, including a two for extra bases...

THOMPSON’S STATION — It’s been nearly a week since the Cascade Lady Champions have stepped on the field to play a game. After cancellations due to inclement weather earlier in the week, the Lady Champs (3-0) picked up right where they left off and notched their third-straight win to start the season with a 7-0 win at Summit...

COLUMBIA — The Shelbyville Central soccer team picked up another big district road win on Thursday night, beating Columbia Central 3-0. “Columbia has been a tough district opponent and continues to play strong this year. Our guys responded to the physical challenge from Columbia by moving the ball around and matching the intensity,” coach Chris Fritz said...

I’ve been part of this community for the past five years and three months. It’s been a pleasure to be a part of your lives. But now I’m moving on. Friday will be my final day at the Times-Gazette; I’m taking a job in Murfreesboro. I leave behind many great memories of many great people, from dedicated educators to talented artists to wonderful co-workers...

This decorative cross sits in a planter in front of First United Methodist Church on the square on Thursday. Holy Week begins this Sunday, also known as Palm Sunday, and runs until Easter on Sunday, April 1. (T-G Photo by Jason M. Reynolds)

A driver who allegedly drifted in front of an oncoming vehicle Wednesday night on U.S. 231 Morth was charged with possession of a schedule VI drug (marijuana), Shelbyville police said. Keira Nicole Berryhill, 18, of South Cannon Boulevard told Sgt. Tory Moore she had looked down for a dropped cellphone...

Sarah Frances Taylor Rogers, 93, of Chapel Hill died Thursday, March 22, 2018 in Lewisburg. Graveside services 2 p.m. Sunday at Swanson Cemetery, Chapel Hill, Bill Preston officiating. Visitation 1-2 p.m. at Lawrence Funeral Home, Chapel Hill.