Stories from Wednesday, April 11, 2018

To the Editor: Before I jump into this topic I first want to clarify I have the utmost respect for teachers. My mother has worked with the board of education in Bedford county for many years. They have a tough job and don’t get near the credit they deserve...

Nesco Resource, 635 North Main Street, Suite C, held a Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting on March 29. Holley Sanders of Nesco held the ceremonial scissors. Nesco is a staffing and human resources firm. (Submitted photo)

The Times-Gazette hosted a reception last week in appreciation of its carriers — the faithful contractors who make sure your print edition arrives each day. Seated, from left, CeCe Elliott, a new carrier; (name unavailable); Jimmy Marlin, four years; Thomas Brandon, four years; Mildred Floyd, eight years; Mablene Wilhoite, 13 years. Standing: James Elliott, new; Trinity Bess, one month; Mary Liebherr, 2 1/2 years; Kitty Wilhoite, 12 years; Amy Gregory, 1 1/2 years. Not pictured: Edward Wilhoite, 25 years; Bobby Uselton, 16 years; Steven Foster, seven years. (T-G Photo by John I. Carney)

Lynne Davis met with the Bedford County Republican Women to discuss the actions and duties of the Tennessee Republican Party Executive Committee. Davis serves as District 14 committeewoman; each State Senate district has a committeeman and a committeewoman. Davis is a native of Unionville and a graduate of Community High School. Seated, from left: Mary Running, Karen Inman, and Charlotte Chrestman. Standing: Carla Herbison, Lynne Davis, Kay Dennis, Anita Fields, and Barbara Blanton. (Submitted photo)

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic's Ophthalmology department is now offering Bladeless CustomVue LASIK procedures. This revolutionary technology uses two lasers to correct nearsightedness without the use of blades. The procedure lasts about 10 minutes and minimal discomfort may be experienced for one to two days following the procedure...

Stephen Richardson of Big G Express was recognized as Truckload Carriers Association Company Driver of the Year at the TCA annual convention in Kissimmee, Florida. The award, which includes a check for $25,000, identifies and honors drivers who have an outstanding safety record, give to their communities, and enhance the image of trucking...

The Webb School Theatre will present "The Mousetrap," by Agatha Christie, in the Follin Chapel April 26-28 at 7 p.m. Seating begins at 6:40 p.m. each night. The production is open to the public. General admission is $10 with no charge for children under 10. For more information, call 931-389-5703...

The facilities manager of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration was charged with DUI Monday night for allegedly driving a Celebration-owned truck near the show grounds without a driver's license while intoxicated, Shelbyville police said...

Three of the five candidates for Bedford County mayor discussed ways they'd support education, and the local economy, during a candidate forum Tuesday sponsored by Bedford County Education Association and held at Harris Middle School. Randy Carroll, Chad Graham and Rusty Reed participated in the forum. Candidate Chuck Heflin had previously, and publicly, declined to participate, saying the announced format did not allow sufficient time for candidates to respond...

A big name shouting out for an even bigger cause will be the word of the day April 26, as Grammy award winning artists Linda Davis and Lang Scott make their inaugural performance in Shelbyville during the Boys & Girls Club Steak and Chicken dinner. Davis and Scott, who are the parents of country powerhouse singer Hillary Scott, of Lady Antebellum, accepted an invitation to perform at the event by club board member Harold Segroves...

NOLENSVILLE — Offense was in no short supply for the Community Viqueens on Tuesday night. The Purple and Gold knocked the Nolensville Lady Knights around, connecting on 10 hits in an 8-1 district win. A.K. Lemmons led the Viqueens at the plate with her 2-for-4 night, which included a home run...

EAGLEVILLE — For the second night in a row, the Eagleville Eagles posted a double-digit win over the Cascade Champions. Eagleville took advantage of six Cascade errors and took the 12-3 win for the series sweep. Eagleville jumped on starter Cole Tune and plated nine runs in the first two innings...

UNIONVILLE — The Community Vikings were their own worst enemy as the Nolensville Knights defeated the Vikings 15-1 in a District 12-AA baseball contest Tuesday night. Eight Viking errors were costly as the Knights used two big innings to put the game out of reach...

The Shelbyville Central Golden Eaglettes fell 10-9 to host Coffee County in eight innings in a District 8-AAA matchup on Tuesday night. The game was knotted at 9-9 at the end of seven innings. Coffee County jumped out to a 7-2 lead after three innings, but the Eaglettes fought back and held a 9-7 lead going into the sixth frame...

It may have taken a while for the Cascade Champions to give the look coach Zack Spears wanted from his team on the field. That look was on prime display on Tuesday night as Cascade scored early and often in a 7-0 blowout win over visiting Forrest. “It may have taken us this long to get it into the season, but we finally looked like what we’re supposed to. ...

It was total domination in every phase of the game as Shelbyville Central cruised to a 10-0 win in five innings against visiting Coffee County in a District 8-AAA matchup on Tuesday evening. Right-hander Tyler McBay pitched a one-hit shutout, fanning four while walking three...

Even on a cold Tuesday night, the balls were launching off the Cascade Lady Champions’ bats. Cascade (8-2-1, 1-0) smacked around Cornersville pitcher Mikaela King to the tune of 12 hits, including a pair of homers, in an 11-0 rout. “In the last week and a half, we’ve had some girls step up, but we’ve had some girls from last year still hitting the ball really well. ...

George Higgins, 60, of Shelbyville, died Tuesday, April 10, 2018. Graveside services 10 a.m. Thursday at Willow Mount Cemetery. Arrangements: Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.