The Cannon Blast

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Democratic Party Meeting
March 30
The Cannon County Democratic Party will hold a Biennial Reorganization Convention to elect new leaders on March 30, 2017 at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Stillhouse Restaurant.
Local Democrats will elect a new Chairperson, Vice Chairperson(s), Secretary, Treasurer and Executive Committee for a two-year term. All Democratic residents who are eligible voters of Cannon County are urged to attend to discuss the party's agenda and events for 2017-18. The Reorganization Convention is open to all Cannon County Democrats. Attendees should arrive early to complete credentially forms and be admitted to the convention prior to 6 p.m. when the meeting will begin. For more information contact Jordan Wilkins at 615-464-544.

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UCHRA seeking drivers
UCHRA is currently looking for part time drivers (25 hours or less), "F" endorsement required, start out at $9/hr. Apply online @ uchra.com or in office at 301 W. Main St. Room 221.

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Solid Waste Department
announces new hours
Due to budget cuts imposed by the Cannon County Commission, the Solid Waste Department must reduce some services extended to the public. Starting Monday November 21st, the Cannon County Convenience Center will have new hours of operation.
Sunday-Closed
Monday-7A-5P
Tuesday-7A-5P
Wednesday-Closed
Thursday-9A-7P
Friday-9A-7P
Saturday 7A-5P
Only household waste will be accepted at the Convenience Center. There will no longer be any building materials accepted or cardboard pickup provided. Please make note of any changes.

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Alcoholics Anonymous
If you drink alot that's your business. If you want to stop that's ours.
Meetings are on Sunday morning at 9 a.m. at Stones River Hospital Cafeteria. Sunday evening and Wednesday evening meetings are at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center.
Call 615-653-7914.

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Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery from hurts, habits and hang-ups meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church.

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Flags for Sale
The American Legion Post 279 in Woodbury is selling flags and
accessories. The monies raised from the sale of these flags goes 100% back to our Community, our Youth and our Veterans, in Cannon County. This is an on-going project. We have available an assortment of all sizes and all types of flags - United States Flags, State Flags, Military Service Flags; and all sizes of flag poles.
The United States Flag 3'x 5' nylon is $25 (best price
anywhere). This is our most popular flag. The United States Flag 4"x 6" is .50 each or $5 a dozen for special occasions. The military services/branches flags are $30 each. For that special display. We can get you any State Flag, different size flags and different
size flag poles, (small house flag poles to large business flag poles.) WE ALSO HAVE INDOOR FLAG SETS. FLAGS FOR ALL OCASSIONS. If you need to make a special order, call and we have a catalogue available to make your selections.
CONTACT A MEMBER OF AMERICAN LEGION POST 279 OR CALL
CHARLIE HARRELL 615-542-1289, OR JIM STONE 615-563-6111, OR BRENT BUSH
615-563-2691, OR BRITT KNOX 615-904-5644, OR PENNY DANIELS 615-563-6729.
We will be glad to take your order, deliver your order, and all with a
smile and a big thank you, for Supporting the American Legion Post 279,
AND OUR YOUTH, OUR COMMUNITY, AND OUR VETERANS, OF CANNON COUNTY.

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Middle Tennessee Draft Regional Plan
The Tennessee Local Workforce Development Boards for Areas 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 serving a 40 county region have prepared a Transitional Regional Plan for the Middle TN Region under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. The plan is open for public comment beginning January 27 for 30 days.
The Plan may be viewed online at www.UCHRA.com or www.tncareercenter-cookeville.com during this time. Please submit comments or questions to Ronald Basham at 580 S. Jefferson Ave., Suite B, Cookeville, TN 38501.

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Music Night on Thursdays
The Pocahontas Community Center, located near Ivy Bluff, will be having a music night every Thursday at 5 p.m. We welcome all musicians who would like to come and play with our group, beginners or pros. If you like to sing our band will play your song and let you sing along! Spectators and dancers are welcome. For more info call Ray, 615-765-7835

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Clearfork United Methodist Church
1721 Big Hill Road, Gassaway
Clearfork Methodist will begin its monthly dinners on Saturday, January 7. Suppers will be once a month on the first Saturday with hours 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu features catfish or chicken tenders with choice of pinto, white or green beans, hush puppies, cabbage slaw or veggie salad, french fries, homemade desserts and drink. Carry out dinners are available by calling 615-563-1415.

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BE AN OMBUDSMAN VOLUNTEER
Aging Services for the Upper Cumberland, Inc. is looking for people who are empathetic, diplomatic, and skilled communicators to be volunteer Ombudsmen.
As a volunteer ombudsman, you will be assigned to a specific long-term care facility, working to ensure that the resident's rights are being protected. You will help residents with problems they are unable to resolve alone.
Volunteer ombudsmen dedicate three (3) hours per week to this job. Ongoing training and support are provided. This could be the most challenging and rewarding volunteer opportunity you may ever have.
Training is scheduled for March 22, 23, 24, 2017. For more information, please call Kim Fowler at (931) 432-4210.

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Red: The Heart of the Wedding
February 28
MURFREESBORO-- Join us for "Red: The Heart of the Wedding," on Tuesday, February 28, at 6:00 p.m. that will be hosted by Oaklands Mansion and the MTSU Student Chapter ASID from the Human Sciences Department. We will have a reception in the mansion followed by the presentation in the parlor. The presentation, "Seeing Red," will be about the history and use of the color red in interiors. The speaker will be Amanda Farris from Sherwin-Williams. After the presentation, enjoy the elegant gowns included in this year's "Wedding Dresses Through the Decades" exhibit. The cost is $20 and includes the exhibit. Tickets can be pre-purchased in the museum gift shop or by calling Oaklands at 615-893-0022. Seating is limited and reservations are requested.

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Liberty Dance
Saturday, February 25 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Featuring Heritage Row. Come enjoy the music and dance. Call 615-563-2792 or 615-464-8110 for more information.

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The Lion King Experience Jr.
Saturday, February 25, March 4
at the Arts Center of Cannon County.
Shows at 10 a.m.and 2 p.m.
Directed by Lindsey Mapes
Musical Direction by Robert Heirs
Based on the popular Disney film, The Lion King Jr. features many of your favorite songs as well as many brand new hits! Starring local talent in 9th grade and under, this one act production is perfect for families and young audiences!

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Anne Carothers Exhibit Opening
March 1
at the Arts Center of Cannon County.

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Cannon County Senior Center
Music Night
Friday, March 3
Rode West will perform. A soup supper will begin at 5 p.m.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with $5 admission.

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Liberty Dance
Saturday, March 4 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Featuring Steve Page and the Troubadors. Come enjoy the music and dance. Call 615-563-2792 or 615-464-8110 for more information.

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First United Methodist Chili Supper and Auction
Saturday, March 4
The First United Methodist Women's Annual Chili Supper and Auction will be held on Saturday March 4. The event will start at 6 p.m. Attendees are invited to come early and preview the auction items. Doors will open at 5:30. Everyone is welcome!! Tickets are on sale now or available at the door. Adults and youth $5.00. Children under 5 are FREE. The First United Methodst Church Fellowship Hall is located at 502 W. High Street. Proceeds from the event go to support the UMW's mission projects in our community. For further information call Christine at 615.563.6555 call the church at 615.563.2135.

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Liberty Dance
Saturday, March 11 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Featuring One-Eyed Dog. Come enjoy the music and dance. Call 615-563-2792 or 615-464-8110 for more information.

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Stones River Chapter of Gold Star Wives, Inc.
Saturday, March 11
The Stones River Chapter of Gold Star Wives, Inc. will meet Saturday, March 11, at 1:00 p.m. at the Alvin C York VA Hospital, 3400 Lebanon Pike, Murfreesboro. Gold Star Wives is a national non-profit service organization. Anyone living in Nashville and the surrounding areas whose spouse died while serving on active duty, or of a service-connected cause, is welcome to join us. For more information, contact Bonnie White at (423) 421-2849.

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Bloodmobile Visit
Thursday, March 16
The Red Cross Bloodmobile will visit the Lions Club Building, 540 W Adams St. Woodbury, from noon to 6 p.m.