Datebook: June 8 – Tennessee becomes last state to secede 150 years ago

The Third Battle of Chattanooga, November 23–25, 1863

In a June 8, 1861 referendum, East Tennessee held firm against separation, while West Tennessee returned an equally heavy majority in favor. The deciding vote came in Middle Tennessee, which went from 51 percent against secession in February to 88 percent in favor in June. Having ratified by popular vote its connection with the fledgling Confederacy, Tennessee became the last state to formally withdraw from the Union.

Here’s Datebook for Wednesday, June 8

Murray State’s Trumpet and French Horn Summer Workshops start Sunday for middle and high school student instrumentalists. Trumpet players register with Dr. Eric Swisher at 270-809-6335. French Horn players register with Dr. John Dressler at 270-809-6445. There’s more at murraystatetrumpets.com.

LBL’s Homeplace 1850 presents Children’s Day: Colors on the Farm — Saturday from 9:30 to 4. Mother Goose Stories and group games begin at 10, 11, 1 and 3. See how natural dyes, minerals and plants from the forest created color for 19th century farm children and how colorful folktales entertained them. Admission is $4 ages 13 and up, $3 ages 5-12 and free for ages 4 and under.

The Calloway County Chapter of the American Red Cross benefits from the 5th Annual Children’s Tea Party – Dine with Disney – Sunday from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Murray Woman’s Club House on Vine Street. Tickets are $25 per person at 270-753-1421. Enjoy a scene from Mulan, Jr., games and more.

Take a break with wkms.org. Enjoy!

the morning cram [sext scandal edition]

Is sexting without a physical relationship cheating?

NPR reports that in the wake of the Weiner scandal, many ponder the degree of wrong involved in a sexting relationship.

Kentucky~ The Paducah City Commission discussed the new budget (more money for schools, less for ice-skating). A former Fort Campbell soldier has been charged with stealing military equipment. State roads may be cleaner this week, its Summer-Scrub-Week. The state aviation department discussed a new budget as they have less planes than last year (they sold the mosquito plane).

Tennessee~ Gov Haslam signs two acts into law; one to prevent meth, the other to prevent Mexicans.