WMUF/WLZK News

From News Director Tim Alsobrooks

A press release from the Henry County Sheriff’s Office stated that the sheriff’s office has terminated a Henry County Correctional Officer for the offence of Driving while intoxicated.  The press release says Donnie Bass, age 30 of Paris was arrested by Murray Police on January 31rst.  The arrest was a result of a traffic stop from reports of road rage actions that began that night in Puryear and ended with the traffic stop in Murray.

Upon his arrest, Bass did refuse to take the breathalyser test and was processed into the Calloway County jail.  He was set a 500 dollar cash bond and no contact with the alleged victim of the road rage. 

Internal investigations were conducted by the sheriff’s office and effective Monday afternoon; Bass has been terminated of his position as a correctional officer with the Henry County Sheriff’s office.  He has a court date set for February 16th in Calloway County court.

The Paris Henry County Arts Council has a scholarship for graduating seniors at Henry County High School who are planning to major in the arts.  Applications are available at the arts council office, website, or at the high school.  Deadline for the scholarship entry form is March 30th. 

The Paris Lions Club will have their annual Chili Day today from 11am this morning until 7pm tonight.  Its all you can eat World Famous Lions Club Chili, pie, and drink for only 8 dollars.  Delivery is available on orders of five or more in the Paris area.  The event will be held at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.  Tickets are available from Lions Club Members or can be purchased at the door.  For delivery orders call 642-0478.

Ridgeway Funeral home is serving the family of Mr. William Dale Bridges, age 47 and Mrs. Nancy Brizidine, age 95.

The Elderly Nutrition Program for Paris and Puryear has been cancelled for today.  Snow should taper off later today but roads could be slick so be sure to drive carefully and give yourself plenty of time to get to where your going.  Keep listening to WMUF and WLZK for more information on closings and cancellations because of the winter weather.