Smithville resident Patsy Ann Rachel, 53, died Sept. 28 at River Park Hospital. A retired GM employee and a teacher with Warren County Middle School, she was a member of New Life Church of Manchester. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Roy R. Rachel; daughters, Priscilla Ann Banks of Manchester and Darlene…

mithville resident Patsy Ann Rachel, 53, died Sept. 28 at River Park Hospital. A retired GM employee and a teacher with Warren County Middle School, she was a member of New Life Church of Manchester. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Roy R. Rachel; daughters, Priscilla Ann Banks of Manchester and Darlene…

Altamont resident John Michael Childers, 22, died Sept. 28 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. The son of Michael W. Childers and Minnie C. Smith, who survive, he is also survived by brother, Jason Dewayne Childers; grandmother, Lydia J. Tate; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Vernie Prater…

Hilda Cox, 76, of McMinnville, formerly of Lewisburg, died Sept. 27 in River Park Hospital. Mrs. Cox was a Lincoln County native and daughter of the late Leslie and Exie Cannon Reavis. She was retired from nursing and was a member of the Pentecostal Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death…

In celebration of American Pharmacists Month in October, Rite Aid is asking patients to vote for their Favorite Pharmacist by sharing stories of exceptional service and describing why their pharmacist stands out. The 4th annual program is designed to honor Rite Aid’s a14,000 pharmacists for their commitment to patient care. In McMinnville, Rite Aid has…

By JAMES CLARK I’ll admit it. I’ve taken some jabs at the U.S. judicial system over the years, chiefly because there’s no shortage of laughable cases that somehow make their way in front of a judge. Topping the list are frivolous lawsuits which seem to get more and more ridiculous by the year. Before you…

Tiffany Sachiko Keimi-Nunley became the bride of Justin Wade West June 2 at First Baptist Church of McMinnville. The couple repeated their vows in a ceremony at 3 p.m. officiated by Jason Brown. The guest registry was attended by Nicole and Lindsey Pena, and Martha and Liza Harvey. The bride is the daughter of Ken…

By Margaret hobbs Local artist and museum curator Monty Wanamaker’s new 2008 calendar is now available. The much anticipated calendar is filled with six original artwork designs by Wanamaker. The limited edition calendars are priced at $20 each and can be purchased at the Southern Museum & Galleries at 210 E. Main St. They will…

By Mike Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I recently read that gum disease can cause all different types of deadly health conditions. As a senior who brushes regularly and flosses occasionally, what can you tell me about this? Hate to Floss Dear Floss, By taking better care of your mouth (which includes daily flossing), you could…

Southern Standard readers are invited to extend happy birthday and anniversary best wishes to friends and loved ones through this weekly column. Please submit your messages by our noon deadline each Thursday. No more that three wishes to any individual, please. Happy Birthday Wishes: Sept. 29 ‘ Happy birthday Robert Owens. Love, your family. Sept.…