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WCHS bowlers claim year-end awards

By DALE STUBBLEFIELD / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard Warren County High School bowling coach Ernest Brewington presented awards to his team Tuesday night during a season-ending gathering at McMinnville Lanes.Lady Pioneers receiving awards included Nicole Jones, with high game of the year of 199. Amanda Goad was second with a 188 and Megan…

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Obituary Report for January 23, 2004

Arthur Jerry (A.J.) Hollis, 59McMinnville resident Arthur Jerry (A.J.) Hollis, 59, died Jan. 21 after an extended illness.A retired employee of Star Manufacturing Company in Smithville, he was the son of the late Arthur and Aldena Lance Hollis, and was preceded in death by son, Kevin Hollis.He is survived by his wife, Joan Sain Hollis;…

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God loves all creatures, even those who kill dogs

To the editor: I am writing this letter in regards to a recent spree of poisonings in Riverview subdivision. Not only has my family had to experience the loss of both our pets, but several other families living in the neighborhood have found their pets dead or almost dead.Before you say “keep your pets put…

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Aliens should not get legal licenses

TO THE EDITOR: I could not believe what I read in the letter to the editor section of the Standard Wednesday.Concerning the letter from Mr. Jimmy Milstead, I do hope you know what illegal means. It means there is a law against it. If it is illegal we should not do it or condone anyone…

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The Village Idiot: Take me far away from here

By Jim Mullen / Columnist The temperature hit 18-below this morning. I took a picture of the thermometer and e-mailed it to the members of my family who live in warmer climes. Eighteen-below is not the coldest temperature on earth. It’s not even record-breaking, but it’s cold enough to get your attention. And it makes…

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Wallpaper for Less on a roll:Locally owned business expands

By CHARLES W. JOHNSON / News Editor for the Southern Standard Wallpaper for Less owner Shelia Young shows some of the wide variety of wallpapers available at her shop, which recently relocated to Plaza Shopping Center. For most of us, our home is an extension of our own personality and style, so it’s no surprise…

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CEO ROUNDTABLE:TeNac — A specialized manufacturer

TODD HERZOG TeNac Inc. is located at 772 Mountain View Industrial Drive in the Morrison Industrial Park. TeNac, which stands for Tennessee Associates Corporation, is a support manufacturer for tire manufacturers.TeNac manufactures, repairs, and modifies tire molds. TeNac is a privately owned corporation with other plant sites at Athens, Ohio and Akron, Ohio. Jim Thornton,…

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Charley’s a reflection of its owner

By DUANE SHERRILL / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard Charley’s Bar-B-Q owner Charley Young opened his restaurant on Sparta Street in 1999 and is in the midst of another expansion. In addition to the food, Charley’s is known for its decorating. (Duane Sherrill photo) Providing a unique dining experience for his patrons, Charley Young…

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