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Warren County Woman Busted For TennCare Fraud
Leaanna E Valdivia
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) made the arrest of Leaanna Elaine Valdivia, 29, of McMinnville, after a joint investigation with the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. Valdivia is charged with one count of TennCare fraud, and two counts of delivery of a Schedule II controlled substance, in this case, Morphine.
TennCare fraud is a Class E felony carrying a sentence of up to two years in prison. The sale of and delivery of a Schedule II controlled substance is a Class E felony, punishable by three to six years in prison per charge.
The OIG, which is separate from TennCare, began full operation in February 2005 and has investigated cases leading to over $3.5 million paid in restitution and recoupment to TennCare, with a total estimated cost avoidance of over $173 million for the TennCare program, according to latest figures. To date, over 1,700 people have been charged with TennCare fraud.
Through the OIG Cash for Tips Program established by the Legislature, Tennesseans can get cash rewards for TennCare fraud tips that lead to convictions. Anyone can report suspected TennCare fraud by calling 1-800-433-3982 toll-free from anywhere in Tennessee, or log on to www.tn.gov/tnoig and follow the prompts that read “Report TennCare Fraud.”
Teen Missing In Lincoln County
Lincoln officials are on the search for a teenage boy. Tyler Campbell went missing Saturday night after a church event. Officials say Campbell received a phone call around 9:30 and has not been seen or heard from since. A Lincoln Co. dispatcher says that this extremely out of character for Campbell. Tyler Campbell is described as a 6’1”, 201 pounds, 19 year old male with blonde hair and blue eyes. Campbell drives a white 1997 Dodge truck.
If you see him or know of his whereabouts please call Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department at 931-433-9821.
Doctor Falls To His Death In Grundy County
Dr. D. Ross Campbell
Family members reported Dr. Ross Campbell missing late Friday evening, and officials at the state park confirmed that he was found dead.
He had apparently gone sightseeing alone to the natural area near Beersheba Springs.
Dr. Campbell was a former Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine.
His book, How To Really Love Your Teenager won the Gold Medallion
Award. More of his titles include How to Really Love Your Child and Helping Your Twenty-Something Get A Life And Get It Now.
Dr. Campbell was the founder of the Southeastern Counseling Center in Chattanooga, serving as director there until he retired in 1996.
Violence Against Women Increases In Tennessee
Gov. Bill Haslam
The Tennessean cited a report by the Violence Policy Center in Washington, D.C., in reporting there were at least 62 such Tennessee cases in 2010 – the latest year tabulated.
Gov. Bill Haslam had cited an earlier report from the group to bolster his call for mandatory jail time for a second offense of domestic assault. At the time, the state ranked fifth nationally.
Noting that Tennessee has been in the top 10 with one exception in the last decade, Kristen Rand of the center said being consistently high on the list means officials need to identify what can be effective prevention strategies.
All-District 6-AAA Football Team
Carden-Jarrell Field Home of the Red Raiders
Motlow Update
Sean Gardner
Chelsey Wiseman
The domination was complete from start to finish for Motlow as they jumped out to a 41-18 lead at intermission. Every player on the roster scored and every player got at least one rebound.
Freshman Chelsey Wiseman had a double-double in her first collegiate contest, leading the team with 15 points, 14 rebounds and five steals. Wiseman added four assists and a blocked shot to her impressive stat sheet.
Joining her in double figure scoring was sophomore Presley Owen with 14 points, Kinashia Russell with 12, and LaShaundra Rice with 10.
The Motlow Bucks turned a seven point halftime lead into a 34 point rout as they opened the 2012-13 basketball season with a 96-62 win over the Bryan College Lions in Dayton, Tenn., Friday night.
The Bucks will open Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA) play this Friday when they host defending conference champion Columbia State at 8 pm, women’s game at 6pm at Copperweld Arena.
The home game weekend will continue on Saturday, Nov. 10, with Jackson State scheduled to visit for a 4 p.m. tipoff, women’s game at 2pm. Saturday’s contest will be broadcast live on our sister station WHMT radio at 105.1 FM, 740AM, TullahomaRadio.com, and LightTUBe channel 11.
Sophomore Sean Gardner led the Bucks with 24 points, including six of nine from behind the three-point line, with most coming in the second half. Gardner connected on nine of his 13 total shots, dished out three assists, and pulled down three rebounds.
Sophomore Michael Tomlin and freshman Perrin Buford joined Gardner in double figure scoring. Tomlin hit all six of his field goal attempts and finished with 12 points and three rebounds. Buford scored 10 points in his first game as a Buck, and also added four assists, seven rebounds, and a pair of steals.
11/9/12 — Karen Wilcockson
Ms. Karen Wilcockson, age 63, of Tullahoma, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Harton Regional Medical Center.
She is a native of Wilkinsburg, PA and is preceded in death by her father, Jay Bish. Karen was a waitress at Western Sizzlin for many years and was loved by all who met her.
She is survived by her mother, Evelyn (Jerry) Hendricks of Flordia, daughters, Kerri (Billy) Meeks of Tullahoma, Robin (Ronnie) Ferguson of Normandy, sons, David (Rhonda) Weeks of Tullahoma, Jason Weeks of Nashville, brother, Ronnie Bish of New Hampshire, sister, Julie (Pat) Mulholland of Texas, grandchildren, Jordan Weeks, Justin Weeks, Ashley Weeks, Jakob Weeks, Rachel Ferguson and Rylee Ferguson.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Karen Wilcockson fund care of Tullahoma Funeral Home.
Visitation with the family will be Friday, from 4:00PM until 5:30PM at the Tullahoma Funeral Home.
Memorial Services will be conducted Friday at 5:30PM in the Tullahoma Funeral Home.
Tullahoma Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
11/1/12 — Carroll E. “Pete” Peters
Carroll E. “Pete” Peters, age 76, of Manchester, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2012 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville.
He was born January 19, 1936 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of the late Earl Edwin Peters and Esther Elizabeth Klatt Peters.
Pete grew up in Quincy, Illinois and attended the University of Illinois where he received both his Bachelors of Science and Masters of Science degrees in mechanical engineering. He then attended the Free University of Brussels (Universite Libre de Bruxelles) in Belgium where he earned his Doctorate of Science degree in applied science. Pete was employed at Arnold Engineering and Development Center for 23 years prior to becoming a professor at University of Tennessee Space Institute in Tullahoma for 19 years until his retirement in 2000.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Marilyn P. Rollins Peters of Manchester; son, Matthew Peters and wife, Kathy Pinnell of Fort Collins, CO; daughter, Ami E. Peters Bird of Manchester; four grandchildren, Katrina M. Peters of Nashville, TN, Adam E. Lucas and wife, Brooke Winsett Lucas of Somerville, TN, Erik C. Peters of Fort Collins, CO, and Kerry B. Peters of Fort Collins, CO; “special daughter,” Tammy G. Duncan of Manchester; and beloved, faithful companion, Tiger the Golden Retriever of Noah, TN.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Middle Tennessee Golden Retriever Rescue, P.O. Box 681106, Franklin, TN 37068-1106 or at the website, www.rescueagolden.org or to the Bell Springs United Methodist Church, 9607 Murfreesboro Highway, Manchester, TN.
Coffee County Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the family of Pete Peters.
Bears Chew-Up Titans
The Chicago Bears jumped out to a 28-2 first quarter lead, forced five turnovers and cruised to a 51-20 victory over the Titans Sunday at LP Field. Chicago scored on offense, defense and special teams, improving to 7-1 on the season. Former Vanderbilt QB Jay Cutler connected with Brandon Marshall on three touchdowns, while Matt Forte rushed for 103 yards and a score. Chris Johnson rushed for 141 yards, including an 80-yard touchdown for the Titans, who fell to 3-6 and will look to rebound next Sunday at Miami.
11/6/12 — Edie Brewer Isbell
Edie Brewer Isbell, age 75 of Decherd, Tennessee passed away on Friday, November 2, 2012, at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville.
She was born November 23, 1936 in Winchester; the daughter of the late Charlie and Mary (Ashley) Brewer. She was employed by Decherd Franklin Clothing.
Mrs. Isbell was preceded in death by sons, Roger and James “Jr” Isbell.
Surviving are husband, Edward “Ed” Isbell, daughters, Sandra (Mike) Killen of Manchester, TN and Patricia (Bo) Smith of Belvidere, TN, sister, Pauline (Richard J.) Horn, six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and many friends.
A Funeral service will be at 1:30 PM on Tuesday in the Moore-Cortner Chapel with the Rev. Leo Smith, Sr. officiating.
Interment will be in Keith Springs Cemetery, Belvidere, TN.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, November 5, 2012, at the Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave. NW, Winchester.
Moore-Cortner Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.