DeKalb Health Department to Host Immunization Clinic For Students Tuesday, July 30

July 29, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

Kids are returning to school and it is important for parents and caregivers to make sure students receive their required immunizations before classes start next Monday, August 5.

The DeKalb County Health Department will be hosting a Kindergarten and 7th grade Immunization Clinic. The clinic will be on Tuesday, July 30 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and also Thursday, August 1 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Health Department. No appointment is needed. Parent/Caregiver must bring all immunization records and insurance card. These are the last walk-in clinics before school starts. Make sure your child is ready for Kindergarten or 7th grade.

“We want Tennessee children to be in school, learning in a safe and healthy environment, so it’s extremely important students are vaccinated against diseases that can spread easily in the classroom or elsewhere,” said TDH Chief Medical Officer David Reagan. “I encourage parents and caregivers to protect their students, their families and those around them by getting the vaccines they need to stay healthy.”

In Tennessee, children enrolling in school for the first time and all children going into seventh grade must provide schools with a state immunization certificate before classes start as proof they have had all the required immunizations. Additional immunizations are required for students at Tennessee colleges and universities.

“We strongly urge parents to be sure their children receive all recommended vaccines on the immunization schedule. Certain vaccines are also required for school because they help keep children safe in the classroom and on the playground,” said Kelly Moore, MD, MPH, director of the Tennessee Immunization Program. “Take this opportunity to talk with your health care provider to be sure your child is fully immunized, and make appointments now so your child won’t miss school because he or she hasn’t had needed vaccines.”

Requirements for school vaccinations in Tennessee:

• Kindergarteners and other children enrolling in a Tennessee school for the first time must provide schools with a complete, official Tennessee Immunization Certificate before classes begin. The certificate must be signed by a qualified health care provider or verified by the state’s Immunization Information System
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  •All current students entering seventh grade are required to give the school a limited official Tennessee Immunization Certificate showing they have had a booster shot for tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis. The HPV cancer vaccine and first meningococcal meningitis vaccine are recommended at this age and can be given at the same time as the required Tdap booster.
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  •Immunization requirements for college entry vary by institution, but teens who have had all recommended vaccines including their meningitis booster shot after they turn 16 will be sure to have met any college’s requirements.Immunizations required for school are readily available from most health care providers across the state, including county health departments. Children younger than age 19 may be eligible for free vaccine if they have no insurance, are enrolled in TennCare, have private insurance that does not cover vaccines or are American Indian or Alaska Native. The complete list of Tennessee child care and school immunization requirements can be found at www.tn.gov/health/cedep/immunization-program/ip/immunization-requirements/childcare-12thgrade-immunization-requirements.html. Local schools and school districts can provide information about when and how immunization certificates need to be provided.

July 29, 2019
By: Robin Pafford

Kida is a playful and energetic husky mix puppy. She is around 6 or 7 months old and greatly enjoys playing with the other shelter dogs. She also enjoys being the center of attention.

As the WJLE/ DeKalb Animal Coalition featured “Pet of the Week”, Kida is now available for adoption

“She came to us through an urgent animal control call when she was hit by a car. The DeKalb Coalition rescued her and nursed her back to health. She has been spayed and is ready to be adopted. Her adoption has been sponsored, so her fee is a discounted $40,” said Shelter Director Megan Moore.

The shelter is now open for business Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12pm-4pm and Saturday 10am-12pm. and has a new telephone number 615-597-3647 (DOGS).

Located at 186 Transfer Station Road behind Tenneco Automotive

July 29, 2019
By: Dwayne Page

Indian Creek Memorial Baptist Church is turning 175 years old in August and the congregation plans to celebrate the milestone on Sunday, August 4.

The morning worship service will begin at 10:30 a.m. with hymns, a welcome and later a message by the pastor Ric Lee, a time of reflection on the 175 year church history by Jenny Cantrell, special music by the Calvary Trio, a recognition of the oldest and youngest members as well as the longest serving and newest members, and a greeting from former pastors and ordained ministers. Hymns for the service will be taken from the dedication ceremony for the present building on June 12, 1949 and the 150th anniversary celebration on August 7th, 1994. Following the service, a lunch will be served in the fellowship hall for all to enjoy. Everyone is invited to attend.

The following is a summary of the history of Indian Creek Memorial Baptist Church provided to WJLE by church member Sue Puckett-Jernigan.

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“Indian Creek Memorial Baptist Church enjoys a rich heritage and history. Indian Creek was organized in August, 1844, by the labors of Nathanial Hayes and Archmac Bass, with nine charter members: David Taylor, B. John Taylor, Jake Taylor and wife, Linda Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hendrixson, Betsy Taylor, Rachel Taylor and Zeak Taylor. It is an offspring of Salem Baptist Church, Liberty, Tenenssee, and was received in Salem Association the following year when it convened at Hickman Church. The membership had then increased to 20. It has continuously been represented in this association.

For the first four years the church was known as Caney Fork Church. In 1848 the name was changed to Indian Creek.

There have been three church buildings, the first being constructed of logs and was used for some 50 years. This building was moved to the farm of Mat Allen, where it was used for both educational and singing schools. The second building was erected about 1900 and was used until 1947 when it was forced to move due to the building of the Center Hill Dam. The church settled with the government for $2300. The salvage was bought back and much of the lumber was used in the building we occupy today. The oil-fueled chandelier used in the old building today occupies a prominent place near the pulpit.

The third and present building was reestablished on Hurricane Ridge on land donated by Mr. and Mrs. Shelton Hendrixson, parents of Geraldean Hendixson Cook, Clarene Hendrixson Hendrixson, T. J. Hendrixson, and Yvonne Hendrixson Bonner. The first service was held on Sunday, September 26, 1948, and the official dedication on June 12, 1949. As the church grew, several additions have been added to the main structure.

Indian Creek helped to organize the Snow Hill Baptist Church in March, 1897, with six of its 13 charter members coming from Indian Creek. Also, she is the mother of the Dale Ridge Baptist Church (now Memorial Baptist Church) organized in 1949.

Over the past 175 years there has been a rise and fall in membership. In 1857 membership was down to 18 and up to 85 in 1896. There is a present membership of 308.

A total of 34 different ministers have served as pastors during the past 175 years, with some returning as pastor for the second, third and even fourth time. Bro. Richard (Ric) Lee is our present pastor. Former living pastors are: Tommy Curtis, James Terry Fesler, James T. Gibbs, and Michael Carpenter. The church has sent out several ministers. Records indicate that at least six men were ordained to preach the gospel while the church was on Indian Creek, among them two brothers, W. H. Nixon, ordained on November 3, 1940, and Haskel Nixon ordained on May 3, 1946. Four men have been licensed to preach and one, Ben Chapman, ordained since the church was moved to its present location.

The Indian Creek Baptist Church has always believed in missions, even though the support was meager at times. However, we now average about 25% of total offerings to missions. In addition to the giving, our Acteens have participated in 12 Activators’ mission trips, and many of the church members are involved in community and local missions. Also, our church has been the drop-off location for Operation Christmas Child for the past 11 years.

On June 10, 2012, a new picnic pavilion was dedicated in memory of Carl Edward Jernigan, which has proven to be very useful.

A new addition to our Fellowship Hall was completed in 2016, which doubled the size and was very much needed.

Most of these facts were taken from the History of the Indian Creek Baptist Church and Related Events, authored and published by W. H. Nixon in 1965. In celebration of the church’s 150th anniversary in 1994 the history narrative was dedicated to him and was concluded with one of his favorite verses, Isaiah 40:31: “. . .They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” Also, a cookbook was published in 1994 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the church, a few copies of which are still available. A little booklet of hints, shortcuts, etc. entitled Make Life Easier was published in 2016 as a fund raiser for Operation Christmas Child, copies of which are also available.
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