Rob Nunley We?re not going to get into a theological debate here today. That?s by no means the intent of your friendly, tolerant, open-minded yet controversy-free sports columnist. But without getting into any overly serious topics, let?s just state for the record that evolution does exist ? at least in the world of sports. Think…

Former basketball star Charles Barkley says he?s switched political teams from Republican to Democrat and is again talking about running for governor in his home state, possibly in 2010. ?I really believe I was put on Earth to do more than play basketball and stockpile money,? said Barkley, known as the Round Mound of Rebound.…

The 14 year-old Babe Ruth All-stars won the substate with a 9-0 win over Kingston, and the McMinnville Americans defeated the Nashville All-stars 14-2 to win the Continental American Baseball Association State Championship.(July 31, 1991)

MATHENY When Tennessee?s new budget took effect on earlier this month, one of the winners were students who receive the state?s HOPE Scholarships, according to State Rep. Judd Matheny (R-Tullahoma). Matheny said those who receive the basic four-year scholarship award will now receive $3,800 under the new law, representing a 15 percent boost. The lottery…

By CHARLES W. JOHNSON News Editor for the Southern Standard The Safety Committee has finished budget talks for all of the departments under its authority, with one of those budgets, the Drug Fund, being the only budget currently officially approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. However, this is due to the fact the fund…

By DUANE SHERRILL Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard TACKETT A child molester will serve 20 years in jail for having sex with a 6-year-old girl. The defendant, Troy M. Tackett, 35, entered a best-interest plea Wednesday before Circuit Court Judge Bart Stanley to charges of child rape and aggravated sexual battery. Since the crime…

Earning $300 scholarships from Young Men United are, front row, from left, Alisha Gunter, Erin Wolford, Jevon Ramsey and Courtney Martin. They are pictured with parents and members of Young Men United. Second row, Lisa Gunter, Miles Gunter, Wayne Wolford, Treva Martin and Barron Garrett. Back row, Nelson Ramsey, Charlie Boyd, Phyllis Nowlin and Steven…