Our Viewpoint It’s easy to wonder what was going through the minds of our county government officials when they decided to accept an out-of-town bid for sheriff’s department vehicles over a local bid submitted by McMinnville Ford.The bid that was accepted by the county’s Purchasing Committee came from a Tullahoma car dealer and was for…

By Steve C. Stubblefield / CFSA Director Louis Buck, Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency in Tennessee announced a new service that allows producers to request and receive Electronic-Loan Deficiency Payment (eLDP) online.“This service saves Tennessee farmers and rancher’s time, energy and money, and it is an example of how USDA is harnessing the…

Many farmers and ranchers still have a chance to vote and make a difference in how the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) Programs are administered. The FSA County Committee elections began Nov. 8 and will end Dec. 6.“FSA County Committees give local producers a voice in how the Agency’s programs are administered in their communities,”…

By MARGARET HOBBS / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard (McMinnville, Tenn Warren County Saddle Club handed out year-end honors at a banquet for all members. Awards were determined by total points earned at sanctioned shows held throughout the season.Awards presented include:Trail Class — Trevor Phillips, pee wee; Heather Phillips, youth; Erbie Flynt, adult;Conformation Halter,…

By J. Dale Beaty / Extension Leader The University of Tennessee Extension Service Master Gardener Course will be held in McMinnville this winter starting on Thursday night, Jan. 13.The course, which is held at the Warren County Administrative Building on Locust Street, starts each Thursday evening at 6:30 for 13 consecutive weeks.The Master Gardener Course…

BABY GIRLKatlyn Renea Grissom, daughter of Christy and Stephen M. Grissom of Rock Island, was born Oct. 15 at River Park Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 4.5 ounces.Her grandparents are Jonnie Sue Grissom of McMinnville, Faye Grissom and Steve Grissom of New Port News, Va., Linda and Chester Dove of Rock Island. BABY BOYHunter Christian…

Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Morris Suddarth were married in a recent wedding ceremony taking place at Cedarvine Manor in Lebanon. The bride is the former Evonne Dominique Banna. (Photo provided) Mr. and Mrs. George Banna of Cookeville announce the marriage of their daughter, Evonne Dominique Banna, and Wesley Morris Suddarth. He is the son of…

Whether you’re a gourmet cook or an amateur, you can pull off a perfect holiday dinner party with minimal stress.Here are a few tips:Limit your guest list. Don’t overwhelm yourself. Host a dinner party of between 6 to 12 people. Stay on the lower side if you have a small place.Invite guests who will feel…

By Janice M. Howard / Style Editor for the Southern Standard (McMinnville, Tenn With the Christmas season fast approaching, the volunteer support committee for the Department of Children’s Services is planning a visit from Santa for Warren County children in foster care.While the department is able to provide for everyday needs of children in state…

By Janice M. Howard / Style Editor for the Southern Standard The 35th annual Arts and Crafts Fair, featuring everything from artists to apple pies, is coming to McMinnville Civic Center this Friday and Saturday. (Charles W. Johnson photo) It’s almost time to get together with your relatives and friends and head to the 35th…