Past Issue for March 31, 2004

Naylor faces charges of violation of probation Local businessman Tommy Naylor was arrested last week for violation of probation said Chester County Sheriff Mark Davidson. Naylor, who was charged in March with possession of a schedule II controlled substance and possession with intent to resell, had been on probation in Henderson County due to a conviction for aggravated burglary and theft in 1996.

Women undertake prayer walking journey Not every young girl dreams of crossing the entire United States on foot, but for Lyn Hanush, the dream has been 50 years in the making. As a child, she remembers wanting to bike across the entire U.S., but over the years as her interests changed and her ideas came together, she decided to set out walking. (By Mary Mount)

Time clocks considered for some school employees At the regular meeting of the Chester County Board of Education on March 25, members considered a proposed request to institute the use of time clocks for non-professional employees. The proposal came about because of the varied schedules that some employees of the school system keep. (By Mary Mount)

1,500 firearm safety kits to be distributed Chester County Sheriff’s Department and Henderson Police Department will provide 1,500 free firearm safety kits to local residents through a partnership with Project ChildSafe, the nationwide firearms safety education program.

Chester County native named Chief Financial Officer at FedEx Cathy Ross, formerly of Henderson, has recently been named Chief Financial Officer for FedEx Express. Based in Memphis, FedEx is the world's largest express transportation company, providing worldwide services to 215 countries. (By Donna Usery)

Sheryl Ford’s American journey Sheryl Ford arrived in Chester County on Sept. 5, 2002. Leaving her home and family in the Philippines behind, she’s had to grow up fast in order to survive and prosper in this strange, new country. Now 23, Ford views her future with optimism and counts her blessings as she moves forward into the American Dream. (By Donna Usery)

Take me home! Adopt a pet today The Henderson Animal shelter has four dogs in need of good homes. One of those, an adorable puppy, just arrived at the shelter Tuesday morning after being abandoned near someone’s home. All are friendly, playful, and eager for a family to take care of them.

Past Issue for March 31, 2004

It was fun! The college basketball careers of two of Freed-Hardeman University's greatest came to a close March 20 when the Lady Lions lost in the quarterfinals of the NAIA national tournament in Jackson. (By James A. Webb)

Hot hitters carry Diamond Eagles Losing eight seniors off the 2003 Chester County High School baseball team has not prevented the 2004 edition from early success. CCHS is 7-5 on the year, and 1-1 in District 12-AA after splitting two games last week with South Side.

Eaglettes trounce locals; compete strong at Southaven The Eaglettes softball team of Chester County High School had little trouble disposing of two area teams last week before going on the road for a tournament against some of the state's best. CCHS made it as far as the semi-finals of a tournament last weekend played at Southaven, Miss., and sponsored by St. Benedict High School.

FHU softball opens conference play with sweep A pair of victories over Cumberland University Saturday got the Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions off to a hot start in the TranSouth Conference softball race. FHU is 2-0 in the league, 14-3-1 overall.