The South Reporter — Thursday, December 31, 2009


Thursday, December 31, 2009
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Breaking News!

A car and school bus collided Tuesday morning on Highway 7 North in Holly Springs. One person was killed and five others injured — all occupants of the car. See The South Reporter, January 7, 2010, for
more information.

City pushes projects forward

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Photo by Sue Watson

Debating issues

Alderman Russell Johnson (left) and Mayor Andre’ DeBerry have a lively discussion during the December 15 board meeting at city hall.

The Holly Springs Board of Aldermen authorized a loan agreement for $638,000 with Rural Development/USDA that will extend community water to the area of Marianna Road.

City leaders, during their December 15 meeting, also approved advertising for pole lights that will go up on Mary Rahe Drive and West Boundary Extended, bringing the new streets in the Holly Springs Commons area closer to completion.

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Norfolk to boost economy

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

Huge economic spinoffs and job opportunities are expected for Marshall County as a result of the construction of the Memphis Intermodal Yard in the Rossville and Piperton, Tenn., area just across the county line from the Chickasaw Trail Industrial Park.

Attorney Ralph Doxey recently reviewed the timeline and projected reaping of jobs and tax revenues. He asked the board of supervisors for a letter of support for the Crescent Corridor Intermodal Freight Project, a $600 million development which will add five new intermodal yards to the Norfolk Southern system.

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Clydesdale

Photos by Barry Burleson and Beth Breithaupt

An annual tradition in Marshall County, the Clydesdale Christmas Store made the holiday season brighter for lots of people. (Above) Danny Hankins, one of many Clydesdale volunteers, spreads the Christmas cheer Saturday, Dec. 19, at the National Guard Armory. (Right) Treania Powers of Holly Springs is excited about her new bicycle. The Clydesdale Christmas Store has continued to grow since it was started by Ronnie and Brenda Luther in 1993 out of their house. It is supported by various fund-raisers throughout the year. For photos from Harmontown and for photos from Trinity Mission Health & Rehab, click here.

Holly Springs’ history
• Crump Place

By SUE WATSON
Staff Writer

What is today known as Crump Place on Gholson Avenue in Holly Springs was first known as the Sam McCorkle House, built in 1836 by the first banker and first land commissioner to the Indians in Marshall County.

His family plot is located at the last entrance to Hill Crest Cemetery on South Center Street and once was surrounded by a beautiful wrought-iron fence which was stolen, according to Marie McClatchy, a descendant to other families who lived at Crump Place.

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Police respond to rash of burglaries

Numerous burglaries of homes and break-ins of automobiles were reported to Holly Springs police during the week of Christmas.

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Photo by Sue Watson

Officers deliver Christmas cheer

Chief Robert Pearson and officers with the Holly Springs Police Department delivered Christmas boxes to six families December 23. The first stop was at Autriniece Folsom's home on Martin Street. Fred’s, Carlisle’s Big Star and Piggly Wiggly contributed food and other goods for the benefit. Folsom, front and center, is flanked by her grandchildren and officers who delivered the gifts.

Byhalia police respond to 21 calls

The Byhalia Police Department responded to 21 calls during the past week.

Chief Gary Looney released the following report – alarm calls, 2; motor vehicle accidents, 3; juvenile-related arrests, 1; medical assistance, 6; fires, 1; miscellaneous, 7; and damaged property, 1.

Byhalia police officers also made five arrests during the past week.

Deadlines same for next week’s newspaper

The South Reporter’s deadlines during the holidays will remain the same.

The newspaper offices will close at noon on Thursday, Dec. 31, and reopen after the New Year’s holidays on Monday, Jan. 4, at 8 a.m.

Deadline for classified advertising is Monday at 10 a.m. Deadline for all other advertising, including legal notices, and news items is Monday at 5 p.m.

‘Book Blitz’ set for January 5

The Friends of the Marshall County Library System will hold their monthly meeting January 5 at 12 noon at the Holly Springs library.

The speaker will be library director Diane Schule, who will present a “Book Blitz,” a rapid review of several recently published titles.

Refeshments will be served, admission is free, and the public is encouraged to attend.

Photos by Barry Burleson

John Kloha honored

The Marshall Academy Board of Directors planted a tree in memory of John Kloha and held a “Tree Lighting” on Saturday, Dec. 12. Kloha, who died October 31, served many years on the MA board of directors. (Top) The school’s hand bell choir, sponsored by First United Methodist Church, performed. From left are Erin Lomenick, Caroline Boatwright, Erin Burleson, Maggie Hubbard, Sonni McKinney, Luke Mirante, Amanda Barnett, Presley Allen and Jordan Carlisle. (Middle photo) Jane Callicutt greets some members of the John Kloha family, including wife Ruth, daughter Carole and son Rick. (Bottom photo) The Patriot Performers sang during the ceremony. From left are Danielle Stanley, Chrissy Farris, Carlie Brandom, Dixon Hewlett, Kent Feathers, Claire Liddy, Jasmine Milan and Erin Viger.

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