Jim Wood’s dream of a huge cultural musical legacy is on its way to becoming a reality through the Tennessee Fiddle Orchestra, which will have its first season spring concert May 5 at 7 p.m., at Motlow State Community College’s gymnasium in Nisbett Center. Admission is free. Most chamber orchestras are made up of first…

By Charles W. Johnson Boyd Christian School recently held its second annual Career Day, inviting eight local people involved in a variety of careers to come and speak to students about their occupations, work experiences and the educational requirements of their vocation. The event was the brainchild of Boyd teacher Jason Gann, who says he…

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman was arrested for allegedly hitting a woman at a Century City hotel. He was arrested Wednesday night after officers answered a report of a domestic dispute, police said. The woman sustained injuries to her arm, police added. The 46-year-old former rebounding champion was jailed for investigation of felony domestic violence…

NEW YORK (AP) ‘ Nearly 60 percent of African-American children can’t swim, almost twice the figure for white children, according to a first-of-its-kind survey which USA Swimming hopes will strengthen its efforts to lower minority drowning rates and draw more blacks into the sport. Stark statistics underlie the initiative by the national governing body for…

YMU Golf Tournament The Third annual Young Men United Golf Tournament will be played Saturday, June 7, at RiverWatch Golf Course, with a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. Deadline to enter the four-man scramble is June 2, and entry fee is $70 per person. White tees and Mulligans are available for $5 each, and the green…

By Rob Nunley At left, first baseman Justin Bouldin handles a throw from Casey Talbert in time to retire Shane Wood during the third inning of Tuesday’s contest. The Pioneers scored nine runs in the fourth inning, the final three coming on a Bouldin home run. The Pioneer baseball team ended its regular season quickly…

By Dale Stubblefield The Lady Bronco softball team wrapped up its regular season on Wednesday with a doubleheader sweep over Community High School. Boyd won the first game 10-0 as Cassie Wanamaker pitched a no-hitter, while fanning 12 and walking one. Wanamaker gave up just one hit in the second contest to help her team…

Crystal Elaine Smith and Jeffrey Todd Goodson were wed at Owen Chapel Church of Christ in Brentwood. The ceremony was officiated by Walt Leaver, with a prayer given by Travis Smith, brother of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Mark and Beverly Smith of Ironton, Mo. She is the granddaughter of Jane and…

A 47-person docket was heard Tuesday by Judge Larry Ross in General Sessions Court. Included in court action: ‘ Nathan M. Agular was ordered to serve 180 days of an 11-month, 29-day sentence for simple assault and resisting stop. ‘ Rosendo Ramirez was given an 11-29 probationary sentence and must pay $100 and have no…

A one-day yard and bake sale will be held at Locust Street Church of God gym from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. today with numerous items for sale. Breakfast, lunch and dinner plates will also be available. Proceeds benefit the church youth department. ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ The Warren County Saddle Club will hold…