For a number of years, a Shelbyville couple – who choose not to be publicly recognized – has made annual donations during the Christmas season to Shelbyville and Bedford County law enforcement, fire protection, and animal welfare agencies.
This year’s checks were distributed on Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the historic Bedford County Courthouse.
From left are Chief Mark Thomas of Bedford County Fire Department; Chief Matt Doak of Shelbyville Fire Department; Deputy Chief Brian Crews of Shelbyville Police Department; Diane Forbes of Middle Tennessee Spay and Neuter Clinic; Jane De Atley of Shelbyville & Bedford County Humane Association; and Director Josie Lowery of Bedford County Animal Control. Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Austin Swing, also received a donation.