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Tax Collections Up In Tennessee
Tennessee’s total tax collections exceeded budgeted expectations in January, driven by strong holiday consumer spending and unexpected one-time collections in corporate taxes. Finance and Administration Commissioner Larry Martin announced that overall January revenues were $1.3 billion, which is $219.5 million more than the state budgeted.
January is the sixth month in the 2014-2015 fiscal year.
The general fund was over collected by $214.1 million and the four other funds were over collected by $5.4 million.
Year-to-date collections for six months were $343.9 million more than the budgeted estimate. The general fund was over collected by $323.4 million and the four other funds were over collected by $20.5 million.
Tax Time: Protecting Your Identity
Tax season is under way, with 1099s and W-2s already in mailboxes – and the Internal Revenue Service has also issued its annual list of the most common scams, called the dirty dozen. At the top of the list is identity theft, followed by potential tax swindles pitched by phone and email. Mike Dobzinski, a media relations specialist with the IRS, warns taxpayers to beware of IRS imposters making threats. “You owe X amount of dollars,’” he cites as an example. “’If you don’t pay up, we’re going to arrest you, take you to jail, deport you, revoke your license,’ and a whole bunch of threatening tactics. And the IRS just doesn’t make these kinds of calls.” Other tax deceptions on the dirty dozen list include offshore money-hiding schemes, and false promises of free money for inflated refunds. Dobzinski says with personal information on W-2 forms and others in your mailbox this time of year, it’s not hard for scammers to steal your information, and even attempt to file taxes in your name to benefit from your refund. “I recommend contacting Internal Revenue Service if you get a letter that’s addressed incorrectly to you to contact us,” he advises. “It’s possible that a return has been filed in your name, you may not know that, but that may be the first tip off.” Dobzinski says the IRS also has made a special effort to alert businesses with large databases to take extra steps to protect client data.
Five Loaves for Kids Fundraiser Going On Now
Local organization Five Loaves for Kids is holding its annual “Count Me In” fundraiser throughout this month. The volunteers for the organization are encouraging individuals, businesses, and churches to consider sponsoring a child for one year. The estimated cost to feed a child in the program is just $13 per month. Five Loaves for Kids has packed over 55,000 bags of food since 2007. These are children whose only meals for the day may be the ones they receive at school. This program will make it possible for each of these children to take home individually packaged, single serving food for the weekend. The packages of food will consist of items such as applesauce, crackers, fruit cups, beanie weenies, beef stew, cereal, raisins, and juice boxes.
For more information, visit www.5loaves4kidscharity.com.
Big Bridal Show Is Sunday
Every little girl dreams of her wedding day, but before she can get there, she must wait for that time in her life when she will become engaged. Statistics have proven that the majority of engagements occur during the Engagement Season which begins at Thanksgiving and runs through Valentine’s Day. If you find yourself engaged, be sure to mark your calendar for The FREE Bridal Show on Sunday, February 22nd from 1-4pm at Northgate Mall in Tullahoma. At The Free Bridal Show, Brides-to-Be as well as friends, family, and even the groom can gain wedding ideas, win prizes, and have fun! Brides who pre-register will be eligible to win extra prizes!
The event is brought to you by Thunder Radio.
2/15/15 —– MARJORIE M. SCHEG
MARJORIE M. SCHEG, age 72, of Winchester, Tenn., departed this life, Sunday, February 15, 2015 at Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, KY.
Marjorie was born on August 2, 1942 in Cape May, New Jersey to the late John and Margaret Husfelt Jones.
She was of the Catholic faith and an Army veteran,
Marjorie spent approximately 30 years in the nursing field in Michigan.
She was a loving mother, sister, and aunt. Marjorie is survived by her son, Richard Scheg of Winchester, Tenn., sisters; Pat Collier of Winchester, Tenn., and Virginia Kidd of Roanoke, VA, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
It was Marjorie wishes to be cremated with no services scheduled.
Grant Funeral Services in charge of arrangements.
2/18/15 —– William B. Bateman
Mr. William B. Bateman, age 91 of Lynchburg, passed this life on Sunday, February 15 at Harton Regional Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at 2 PM at Lynchburg Funeral Home with Bro. Chris Harris officiating.
Burial will follow at Smith’s Chapel Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be Wednesday from 11 AM until the service time.
A native of Lincoln County, he was the son of the late Ollie and Florence Martin Bateman.
He was a US Army veteran serving in WWII. He was a machinist and retired in 1990 from Cleveland Pneumatic. He attended Smith’s Chapel Methodist Church. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, whittling and playing with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Connie Irene Bateman; two sisters, Virginia Parks and Shirley Gowen and one grandchild, Brooke Bateman.
Mr. Bateman is survived by his wife, Edith Bateman of Lynchburg; two sons, Billy Wayne Bateman and his wife, Sherry of Chapel Hill and Stoney Bateman and his wife, Sheila of Lynchburg; one brother, Jack Bateman of Lynchburg; four sisters, Ruth Smith, Helen Metcalf and Nancy McGee and her husband, Richard, all of Lynchburg and Faye Trail and her husband, Elvin of Manchester; six grandchildren, Chris Bateman and his wife, Angie of Shelbyville, Greg Bateman and his wife, Sharon of Lynchburg, Fallon McLanore and her husband, Nick of Indiana, Brandon Bateman and his wife, Brandy of Lynchburg, Chelsee Damron and her husband, Cory of Lynchburg and Jeremy Wayne Bateman; seven great grandchildren, Colton, Tyler, Sierra and Dakota Bateman, Braden and Jaxon McLanore and Raylee Bateman and one on the way.
LYNCHBURG FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
2/18/15 —- Johnnie Taylor
Johnnie Taylor of Tullahoma passed away, Friday, February 13, 2015.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 12:30 PM at Maplewood Cemetery.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon at Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.
Mr. Taylor is survived by his mother, Mrs. Rose Lee Taylor of Tullahoma; three brothers, Carl Taylor of Winchester, Danny and Jerry Taylor both of Tullahoma; four sisters, Annie Lou Painter and Margaret Corvin both of Tullahoma, Linda Elliott of Estill Springs and Debbie Smith of Fayetteville, TN as well as several nieces and nephews.
Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Larsen Competes In State Swim Meet
Daniel Larsen (red cap) fires off the blocks at state championship… Photo provided
Coffee County senior swimmer Daniel Larsen finished a sterling career over the weekend in Knoxville at the state championship swim meet. Larsen had his personal best this year in the 100 yard butterfly and 100 yard backstroke. Larsen posted 2 top 40 finishes with a 57.67 in the backstroke finishing 37th overall and 56.88 in the butterfly finishing 39th overall. Larsen holds all the CCCHS men’s swim individual records. Raider Head Coach Lana Ray said, “Getting to coach a young man with Daniel’s talent and work ethic spoils you a little; but he sets the bar so high and has been a tremendous influence on the rest of the team. Ray added, “We will truly miss his leadership next year.” “Daniel has no doubt etched his place as the best high school swimmer to come out of coffee county high school but as one of the best athletes in our schools history as well,” added assistant coach Mike Ray.
Women Victorious–Bucks Win In Classic
The Motlow Lady Bucks have now won four of their last six games after defeating Southwest TN, 70-58 at the Copperweld Arena on Saturday. The Lady Bucks (6-18, 4-12) were led by Lauren Brown with 20 points, followed by Chelsea Holman and Katie Leverette with 9 each.
In the men’s game the nation’s 9th ranked Salquis battled the 22nd ranked Bucks of Motlow College. The game will go in the history books as one of if not the best game ever played at Motlow. Southwest took the lead by one with 3 seconds left. Motlow threw a long pass inbounds, but D’Andrea Downey’s momentum carried him out of bounds. With just over 2 seconds all the Salquis had to do was throw the ball inbounds but Jaylen Barford stole the ball for the Bucks and was fouled. Barford who led Motlow in scoring with 28 hit two free-throws to give the Bucks the lead and a 76-75 upset win. Downey had another solid game scored 17 and Dequan Miller added 13.
Motlow has two regular season games remaining, both on the road. Wednesday they’ll play at Jackson St and Saturday at Columbia St. The Bucks won all 14 games at home this season improving Saturday to (21-4/13-3). Motlow stands in 2nd place in the TCCAA standings, 1 game behind Southwest.
Two Men Arrested For Auto Burglaries
Two men were arrested recently for auto burglaries by Coffee County Sheriff’s deputies.
Christopher Anthony Adams, 22, of Courtnea Lane, Manchester and Bryant Edward Frederick 23, of Indiana were charged with three counts of burglary. According to Sgt. Danny Ferrell of the Sheriff’s Department the two men broke into vehicles and took a GPS, police scanners, guns and a wallet.
Adams was also charged with unlawful possession of a weapon.