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Original equipment vs. aftermarket auto parts

Submitted by Andy Wise, Chief Consumer Investigator/Andy's Restaurant Scorecard

Monday, June 13th, 2011, 12:17pm

Reliable and reputable Mid-South automotive sources will tell you: when it comes to structural parts, the ones that contribute directly to the structural integrity of a vehicle, using aftermarket structural parts can be risky and dangerous (please read my investigation from last November by clicking here).

But aftermarket cosmetic parts, like fenders for example, are fair game. A report by web resource AutoMD.com cited what it called the top four myths of buying auto parts:

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Free resume workshop offered at Munford Library

Submitted by Justin Hanson, West Tennessee Reporter

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011, 12:27pm

Get on the coach!

The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development is bringing a Career Coach to Munford to provide a mobile computer lab with Internet access and create a venue for workshops including resume assistance and interviewing skills.

The Career Coach has computers, Internet access, Microsoft Office software, and copy and fax machines available to job seekers.

Career Coach staff will conduct valuable workshops such as résumé writing, job search strategies, and interviewing skills.

These tools are extremely valuable to market yourself to a potential employer.

The Career Coach will be in front of the Munford Tipton County Memorial Public Library, 1476 Munford Avenue in Munford, Tennessee from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on June 3, 2011.

Parking will be available in the back of the building.

The services the Coach provides are free to the public and staff will be available for assistance on a fi

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Doing Business with the Government – How to Win Government Contracts For Your Small Business

Submitted by Justin Hanson, West Tennessee Reporter

Thursday, May 12th, 2011, 7:50am

“Doing Business with Government – Government Contracting For Your Small Business” is the focus of a free workshop from 9a.m.-11a.m., May 31, at the TN Small Business Development Center of Dyersburg, located on the Dyersburg State Community College campus, 1510 Lake Rd, Dyersburg, TN.

This workshop will help business owners understand the basics of selling their products to the government and private industry.

It will highlight the steps to show them how to get set, ready and positioned to pursue opportunities and will provide technical resources that will give attendees the support networks to skillfully secure and perform contracts with the government and private industry.

Russell Toone, UT Procurement Technical Assistance Center coordinator, will share information to get businesses set and prepared for federal government contracting as well as information on procurements available to small and disadvantage businesses.

Sharon McKinney, Tenn

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Wine deliveries bill passes in Tennessee

Submitted by Michael Phillips

Sunday, May 8th, 2011, 10:51pm

Wine deliveries bill passes in Tennessee

A Tennessee bill that would allow wine to be shipped to every home in the state is now up to the Governor.

The bill allows direct wine shipments from retailers to consumers -- even in cities that currently only allow liquor-by-the-drink sales.

Governor Bill Haslam is expected to sign the bill.

Photo courtesy Flickr user Mr. T in DC.

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Kroger donates to storm and flooding victims

Submitted by Tammy Phillips on Saturday, May 7th, 3:17 pm

As flooding continues in many communities and others try to assess damage by some of the most devastating weather in history, Kroger is committing $250,000 in cash and in-kind contributions to assist storm and flood relief efforts in areas across Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee and other affected areas in the Southeast.

“We hope that by providing food and water to local food banks and financial support to the Red Cross we will help our associates and customers rebuild their communities in the aftermath of the floods and devastating storms,” said Joe Bell, Kroger Delta Marketing & Public Affairs. “Right now so many people would like to get involved and help others.

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Garage Sale Set for This Saturday in Lakeland

Submitted by Brent Green

Friday, May 6th, 2011, 9:01pm

Garage Sale Set for This Saturday in Lakeland

It has long been said that one man's trash is another man's treasure. Well Saturday, May 7th you have the opportunity to turn one person's junk into your own jewel at the Woodland Park homeowners association annual garage sale. The Woodland Park subdivision is located one block north of Highway 64 on Canada Road in Lakeland. Garage doors should be open for business by 7:30 in the morning and last until around 3:00 in the afternoon. A rain date has been set for May 14th, but according to the Action News 5 Weather team, it should be a perfect day to find a deal!

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Area guidance counselors attend luncheon

Submitted by Justin Hanson, West Tennessee Reporter

Friday, May 6th, 2011, 8:19am

Area guidance counselors attend luncheon

Guidance counselors from throughout the area gathered at the DSCC Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County on Wednesday, April 27 to learn about program changes and new opportunities for incoming students.

The luncheons are an annual event hosted by Dyersburg State.

Those attending the annual DSCC guidance counselor luncheon included:

Row 1: DSCC President Karen Bowyer, Vicki Fayne (Covington High School), Mary Sherrill (Covington High School), Pam Moffatt (Brighton High School), Tammy Kasmai (Brighton High School),DSCC Secretary Wynette Ross, DSCC Financial Aid Counselor Judy Wooten, DSCC Nursing Instructor Trenna Richardson, DSCC Vice President Mary Ann Sellars

Row 2: Rusty Richardson (Covington High School), Robyn Scott (Munford High School), Cathy Nichols (Munford High School), Mary Brawner (Munford High School), Charlotte Fisher (Brighton High School), DSCC Admissions Counselor Jordan Willis, Joseph Laxton (Munford High School), DSCC Secr

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