April 8 The Millington Arts Council is looking for “four” sponsors dedicated to supporting Arts programs in Millington area schools. This years Student Arts Show and Silent Auction will be held on Saturday, April 8, from noon-5 p.m. at the Harvell Civic Center. Visit http://www.millingtonartscouncil.org/news-events to download the sponsor form. The Millington Arts Council recently…
Day: March 30, 2017
Area Soccer Recap
For the first time in 2017, the Brighton Cardinals met the Munford Cougars on the soccer field. Both Tipton County squad were scoreless after 40 minutes of action on the Munford Stadium turf. Then the Cardinals exploded for 3 goals early in the second half. Munford rallied with a pair of scores but fell short…
No Moss: Brighton senior hurler tosses no-hitter
By Thomas Sellers Jr. ARLINGTON — If you blinked last Tuesday night, you might have missed the early season Region 7-3A showdown at the Arlington Softball Field. Arlington Lady Tiger Brianna Lewis and Brighton Lady Cardinal Marissa Moss were emerged in a pitchers’ duel. Shortly after 7 p.m., spectators leaving the field witnessing the Brighton…
Tennessee State Natural Areas Spring Celebration Week April 1-9
Star Staff Reports NASHVILLE – April 1-9 marks Tennessee State Natural Areas Spring Celebration Week. Guests are invited to attend statewide naturalist-led activities at these ecologically significant areas, many of which are free for participants. “Tennessee is fortunate to have 85 natural areas across the state,” said Roger McCoy, director of the Tennessee Department of…
Board adopts resolution to purchase, demolish property on South Street
By Bill Short The Millington Board of Mayor and Aldermen has adopted a resolution authorizing the city to purchase and demolish a combination of buildings on South Street. Board members took the action during their March 13 regular monthly meeting on a motion offered by Alderman Bethany Huffman and seconded by Alderman Don Lowry. The…
Taking Offense
The Rossville Wolves were the opponent for the 2017 home opener for the Millington Trojans. As part of the 2017 Flag City Classic, the Wolves took on the Trojans March 20 at Miles Park. Rossville jumped out 2-0 in the top of the first inning. Millington cut the deficit in half in the bottom of…
Public Safety March 30, 2017
City Court Reports March 14, 2017 Fines Cleotha L Blackmon – 419 Floyd, Memphis, no driver’s license on person, $50 fine plus cost, failure to provide proof of insurance, $50 fine no cost, speeding, $50 fine plus cost Ashley D Earwood – 7972 Martha, Millington, no driver’s license on person, $50 fine plus cost Lakia…
Cougars developing mental strength
By Thomas Sellers Jr. Baseball is described as a mental game. Scotty Yount’s Munford Cougars got a crash course last week in a trio of game. The lesson began with a defeat and ended up with a pair of victories including a 7-2 win over the Marion (Arkansas) Patriots Friday night at the Munford Baseball…
Pitch for Pitch
Trailing 1-0 and down to their final three outs, the Tipton-Rosemark Academy Rebel Baseball team needed a spark. It came just in time last Thursday night at Rebel Field courtesy of a single by Jaxon Pennington. The base hit was the first hit for the Rebels against the ECS Eagles. Three batters later Will Turner…
Harris Chapel Church of God in Christ 2017 Family and Friends Winner
Deacon John Bland (third from the left) has won this year’s Family and Friends Contest at Harris Chapel Church of God in Christ 2017. The contest was held on Sunday, March 19 at 2:30 p.m. during the Annual Family and Friends Day at the church. Elder Jimmie Harris is the Senior Pastor of the church….