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PUBLISHER’S LETTER Working in this industry, I am constantly reminded that East Texas is a wealthy community, somewhat insulated from the economic hardships felt by much of the country. However, the wealth of this region goes far beyond money … East Texas is full of giving individuals and organizations that are always eager and ready to help those in need. From the American Cancer Society and PATH volunteers to the Junior League women who devote countless hours community-wide, East Texans just seem to have a knack for giving – maybe it's in the water! With last year's Sept/Oct issue, we introduced a brand new event to the community: Country for Our Country. Mary Pennington's simple encounter with one soldier gave her the vision for what quickly became one of the events of the year. The idea was simple: recognize and thank soldiers for their service. The theme was heartfelt: “When they come back, we give back,” from Derek Sholl's hit single. It's easy to think of, pray for and send support to troops that are overseas in the combat zones. But Mary's vision went beyond that – what about when these soldiers come home? Many are faced with financial problems, injuries and more emotional wounds than most of us can even begin to comprehend. With Pennington's vision and a dedicated team behind her to make it happen, Country for Our Country's inaugural year raised over $100,000 – all of which was raised to benefit local “warriors,” she calls them. Flip to pg. 16 to read about how these proceeds have been and are still being used to support our veterans. Fueled by the success from 2009, Mary and her team are at it again, and are going above and beyond to make the 2010 event even better. Country music singer/songwriter Heidi Newfield graces this cover, and she is excited to return to East Texas and Country for Our Country. She was part of last year's lineup, and this year will be joined onstage by Kacey Musgraves, Derek Sholl and Phil Vassar to pay tribute to those who fight for our freedom. To bring things full circle, proceeds from the 2010 event will benefit Marcus Luttrell's Lone Survivor Foundation that we shared with you last issue. Switching gears, this issue also features two special advertising sections: Spas, Salons & Stylists and 2010 Education Guide. While my new haircut doesn't require much maintenance, there truly are some fantastic spas and salons in East Texas. Check out the latest products and services they have to offer, starting on pg. 46. And something that does require maintenance, patience and effort? The education of my children. Our children are our future, and they deserve the very best education we can give them. Lucky for us, East Texas is home to several award-winning schools, and you can learn more about them on pg. 150. Enough about this issue – it's time to get to it! I hope you enjoy the event photos and articles that fill the pages. Next issue, you're in for a big surprise as BSCENE celebrates 10 years in the East Texas community. Shawn Michael Haney President & CEO shawn@h3-media.com Become a fan BSCENE at facebook.com/bscenetx and follow us at twitter.com/bscenemag!

< Kelly and I had a great time at the “Sex & The City 2” Premiere Party.

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< Aiden celebrated the Fourth of July with a program and parade at school.

< Friends Dr. Jayson Terres and Stephen Roth joined me at Julian's for my birthday this year.

< We hosted a celebration at Julian's for Will's five-year anniversary with the company. Special thanks to Larry Stokes of Susan Robinson Jewelry for going above and beyond to help out!

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EDITOR’S LETTER I know this is the July/August issue of BSCENE. So this may be breaking down the fourth wall just a little bit for our readers, but as I sit writing this issue’s letter, schools across East Texas are just now letting out for summer. The start of summer (and the subsequent end of the school term) was always a fantastic time of year for me growing up in a family full of teachers. Both my parents, my aunt and uncle, my grandparents – and countless cousins and further relatives – are all teachers. It’s easily the most pervasive profession in my family. They range from instructing third graders (my sister) to masters candidates (my mom). In any case, this time of year has always been special for me. First, as a kid, who didn’t love the last week of May? You have Memorial Day, school letting out and the first round of summer birthday pool-parties in full swing. It was a great time. Then, as the child of teachers, it meant my parents would be around with more frequency and we would be able to take trips or go fishing or camping or other things that the school year generally deemed prohibitive. As the years went on, the setting, people and even the supplies changed from Elmer’s glue to Scantron sheets to blue books, but the theme remained the same. The freedom you feel at the end of a particularly successful (or particularly unsuccessful) year is exhilarating. Needless to say, parents don’t always harbor the same feelings. I don’t have kids (and the world rejoices), but friends say that about two weeks into their family’s summer vacation the countdown begins to the first day of school. And, though almost no student will admit it to themselves, there is a bit of hope and excitement buried way down in the back of their minds that wonders what the next year will be like. That bit of hope and excitement is what we’re trying to tap into for this year’s special sections, especially the Education Guide. In the pages of this issue, readers will learn about the latest people, goods and services that East Texas has to offer in the realm of education. From deciding on a tutoring group to help your son in math, to learning about the incredible work being done by the organizations within our community dedicated to improving opportunities and learning among our young people, there really is something inside for everyone. To be fair, there is also the Spas, Salons and Stylists Special Advertising Section in this issue. It acts as a wonderful resource for anything you could want to make yourself look and feel beautiful. There are stylists; massage therapists; and of course, the best spas and salons around. However, I think I’m much more qualified to weigh in on the education section. In any case, this issue marks an exciting time each year where we’ve all finished one chapter in our lives and are looking ahead to the future. It could be shopping for back-to-school supplies, looking for that perfect new combination of cut and color, or anything in between – rest assured BSCENE is here to help you on your way. William Knous Managing Editor editorial@h3-media.com

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< The company celebrated my five-year anniversary at the office with bubbles and cookie cake. I was terribly amused.

< The real five-year celebration took place at Julian's, and Shawn & Kelly surprised me with some amazing gifts.

< I had a great time at the 2010 Cattle Barons' Gala with all of my coworkers.

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I first heard of BSCENE magazine on Facebook. I am a fan of Marcus Luttrell's page and as soon as I read he was in a magazine I knew I had to get one. I wasn't sure if I would be able to get one sent to me in New York City, but I ended up [ordering] five copies to send to friends. The May/June issue of BSCENE features Marcus Luttrell on the cover and has his incredible story of inspiration told to us by the ‘Lone Survivor’ himself. The pictures of him are amazing and the story is very well written. I did end up reading the rest of the magazine as well. I was very impressed to say the least. It has even made consider moving to Texas … Great job BSCENE – keep up the good work!

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26 Developing a Passion..…B Culture

98 Back 2 School.....................Style IQ

32 Titanium Man......................B Driven

110 Social Events Calendar

34 V in the City......................................

112 Entertainment Calendar

.................."Sex & The City 2" Premiere 40 Kids' Cardio 101...............Fitness IQ 50 Project Bleach ................................. Spas, Salons & Stylists Special Section 54 Mane Attraction 58 Featured Products............................ Spas, Salons & Stylists Special Section

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63 Dear Brides-to-Be.................B Wed 68 Q&A For The Big Day

114 Eisley.............................Entertainer 120 Sports Scene 122 Outtakes 124 Leap of Faith 131 B Connected 132 The Path Out of Poverty................ .............................................Just Cause 137 Modern Landscapes......At Home

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72 Dean Fearing's Spice of Life............

38 AHS Audiology

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143 Q&A with a Billionaire

76 Caffè Tazza

73 Lettuce Wraps......................Recipe

146 Bayless Custom Homes................

156 Excel Pools

74 Dining Guide for East Texas

SPECIAL FEATURES 10 Street Scene 15 A Solid Foundation......Cover Story 23 Drained or Quenched...........B Well

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76 Sweet Relief...............Tasting Room 81 Man About Town...........Jakes Tyler 88 Style File....................................Style 94 Bag It Up.........................…..Style IQ

140 The Payneful Truth

..........................................B Home Tour 160 Filling the Gap................................ .........................2010 Education Guide 170 Real Estate...............Home Listings 172 Take Me Out of the Ballgame...... .............................................Back Page

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Veronica Terres has been part of the BSCENE family since she moved to Tyler five years ago. She served as Senior Associate Editor for three years and then in 2008 decided to take time off from her career to devote more time and effort to her husband and son. While that decision took her away from BSCENE in a full-time capacity, she is still a familiar face in the magazine with her column, V in the City, where she hosts fun events for her girlfriends that also benefit a local charity. “When I was in college, a journalism graduate assistant told me that I would never make it as a writer. Those words stung, but they lit a fire in me that I didn’t have before they were spoken. BSCENE Magazine has allowed me to become the writer I’ve always wanted to be, and at the same time, become involved with a community I love and hope to continue contributing to through the philanthropic events ‘V in the City’ hosts,” she said. Eric Sullivan is the Sports Director for CBS19 and has been writing BSCENE's Sports Scene for three years now. “Getting to do Sports Scene is a great thrill of mine. I like to get a mixture of local and star athletes for my column. East Texas is a funny place, one day you’re talking to a high school player signing with the Texas Longhorns, the next minute Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones is in town,” he said. When he isn’t working, Eric likes to run, read and take care of his house. He also volunteers with the Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. “If you want to talk sports, let me know – I’ll argue with you until I feel like I’ve won!”

Ava Jordan Curasi is known for her professionalism and natural ability to capture memorable moments, people and locations as the owner of her own small business AjC Photography. Her travels have taken her to six continents (pictured left in Greece) and numerous places throughout the U.S. including “ground zero” in New York City just days after 9/11. Ava began contributing to BSCENE as a freelance photographer in November ‘09. “I love working for BSCENE … I have been welcomed into the homes and events of East Texans. It is no wonder this native Californian now proudly calls East Texas ‘home!’”

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26 MIX & MINGLES 48 Boys & Girls Club Sponsor Dinner Dine Out for the Cure 70 Salsarita's VIP Grand Opening Cattle Barons' Pre-Gala Celebration 86 JLT Inc., 60th Anniversary Meeting ETSO Maestro's Circle Reception 130 Cinco de Mayo at Villa Montez Law Day Luncheon 158 Babar's Museum of Art Member Reception Farmers Insurance Clays for Kids

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Mike Thomas was named “Texas' Most Outstanding Foundation Board Director of 2010" after five years with the TISD Foundation. The Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce and TABA teamed up to host a great networking event for its members at Hall Buick Pontiac GMC on May 20.

Food Network Canada filmed at Jacksonville's Annual Tomato Festival on June 1, as the community attempted to make a record-breaking 2,000 pound bowl of salsa. The Lindale High School debate team was named third in the nation and 10th in the world for their showcase at the United Nations' "People Speaks" competition.

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Belladonna Day Spa hosted a Summer Fashion Party June 1. The special event included shopping Belladonna's newest products and summer spa specials. The Lindale Chamber of Commerce welcomed the newest location of KATIE'S, a fashion boutique, with a ribbon cutting on June 1.

On June 3, Southside Bank dedicated the newly remodeled “Good Cents” bank exhibit at the Discovery Science Place.

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Carlos and Mundo wowed guests at the Villa Montez Wine Dinner on May 25. Guests enjoyed dinner and spectacular Ikal 1150 wine from Argentina.

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On April 29, Haute Totz owners Laci and Susan hosted a trunk show featuring Stella & Dot's 'Mommy and Me' line of jewlery. The Tyler Firefighter Association kicked off its annual 'Fill The Boot' Campaign on April 29, to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

On May 4, the Chamber and community members came out to help welcome Tyler's first burrito bar, Salsarita’s, at its official ribbon cutting. May 11, the Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated a DAR historical marker to the Goodman-LeGrand home and museum.

What is Street Scene? Glimpses of glitter. Photos of friends. A few lines of life and laughter. Like a school's yearbook, Street Scene chronicles life in East Texas. You'll find businesses and others commemorating anniversaries. Celebrations and charities gloss these pages accompanied by the faces you know. Music, theater and other cultural events also make the scene.

Mo Diakite, a professional Zumba instructor from Europe, came to Tyler to teach a master Zumba class on May 15, benefiting The Boys & Girls Club of East Texas. May 20, friends, patrons and staff celebrated the third anniversary of the opening of Harley’s and Bridgette’s in La Piazza with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

On June 17, the Tyler Junior College Alumni Association held a "Thank You for Your Support" Luncheon for Tyler-area alumni at Coyote Sam's Bar & Grill.

On June 15, Hall Buick Pontiac GMC Owner Pam Hall handed over the keys to the 2010 Cattle Barons' Gala pickup truck winner Nancy Frazier.

The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce welcomed its newest member, The Holiday Inn Express, with a ribbon-cutting on May 17. On May 19, PATH and Mother of Preschoolers (MOPS) held a press conference announcing it’s first ever community wide diaper drive.

Excel Car Wash celebrated their opening of a new location on South Broadway in Tyler with a ribbon cutting in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce on June 4. The groundbreaking ceremony for the new Texas State Veteran’s Home took place on May 19, at the UT Health Science Center Tyler.

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The Children’s Miracle Network Celebration was held June 5 and 6, and broadcast live from the CBS 19 Studios in Tyler, raising $601,527. The Lindale Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Banquet was held April 12, at the Hideaway Lake Clubhouse.

United Way of Smith County’s Annual Day of Caring took place on June 14, with various activities across the community.

The Brook Hill Lower School Cadet Singers brought home the Oustanding Trophy from the East Texas Music Festival on May 11.

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ithin a structure of almost any size, and certainly in a structure of any real significance, there is a cornerstone. It represents the nominal starting place in the construction of a monumental building and is usually marked with a date and placed with accompanying ceremonies. From the Empire State Building to the pyramids in the desert of Egypt, this piece of construction material acts as both the symbolic starting point of a large new endeavor, as well as a truly important piece in the future plans of the engineers.

Last year in East Texas, a cornerstone was laid at the Villa di Felictá, outside Tyler. This wasn’t the start of another building or a courtyard or a garden; it was the origin of a earnestly conceived and well-executed plan to honor the men and women of our Armed Forces who are returning home from their time serving their country abroad. The inaugural Country for Our Country (C4C) fundraiser brought men, women and children from across the state together for a purpose common to us all – to give back what we can to those who gave more than we can imagine for us. The benefit concert event featured entertainers Joe Nichols, Heidi Newfield, Derek Sholl and Kacey Musgraves, as well as silent and live auctions, great food, friends and, overall, a general desire by everyone involved to try as diligently as they could to give something back to the young men and women who have already given so much. In 2009, C4C worked with the Military Warriors Support Foundation as its main beneficiary. Based in San Antonio and presided over by retired Gen. Leroy Sisco, the Military Warriors Support Foundation was founded to assist those soldiers returning home with adjusting to life back on our shores – from providing physical rehabilitation, to job placement services, to scholarship opportunities, the Military Warriors Support Foundation was a perfect extension for what Country for Our Country organizers wanted to do with the event. The theme of the event – and still the overriding goal of it all – is ‘when they come back, we give back.’ And give back they did. After all the bills were paid and the donations were tallied, C4C raised more than $100,000 for the group and its efforts, specifically here in East Texas. “Last year, the a large portion of the proceeds from Country for Our Country went toward education for service men and women in East Texas,” said General Red Brown, a retired officer and one of the driving forces behind C4C. “We provided [supplementary] scholarship money to local warriors to attend local schools like Tyler Junior College and UT Tyler. Currently there is even a scholarship to the University of Central Florida that is available from last year’s event, just waiting on the right person. There was money given for tuition, books, laptops and much more.” In 2010, Country for Our Country will be an even larger and more ambitious undertaking – though maybe not necessarily in the traditional sense. One the founders of the event and the owner of the Villa, Mary Pennington, explains, “Do I want to change how I do things out here and make it bigger? No, I really don’t. I want it to be as intimate and fun as possible, and still meet the people we’re doing it for. I don’t want to sell a thousand tickets and have everyone go home saying ‘what a concert.’ I want people to go home feeling that they took something with them, something they

Headlining the event will be the enigmatic Phil “Vassar and returning star Heidi Newfield, along with Derek Sholl, Kacey Musgraves and Blacktop Gypsy.” can appreciate. I want them to think, ‘I left here with a message, with a better understanding.’ ... When you do something like this, you don’t know who you’re going to touch.” However no one should get anything mistaken – it’s still going to be a fantastic affair. Headlining the event will be the enigmatic Phil Vassar and returning star Heidi Newfield, along with Derek Sholl, Kacey Musgraves and Blacktop Gypsy. And, while these names and their amazing music will no doubt draw a crowd (get your tickets at outhousetickets.com), the real success of the event will be measured by its improvement in almost every aspect. Though last year’s inaugural event would be considered a success by any standards, the organizers have been planning since the day after last year’s event to make the 2010 incarnation even more of an achievement. To begin with, the date of the show is one held sacred by everyone in America. Organizers chose September 11, both to honor our soldiers and to represent the unity and support showed by everyone in this country on that day and in the days that followed. From that starting point, it’s easy to keep things in perspective and the goals in mind and C4C volunteer Mary Beth Petrakian explained, “We’re looking not only to build on the success of last year, but to improve on every aspect of it, in any way we can.” Returning from last year’s event will be the live and silent auctions (with even more enviable items up for bid including a commemorative rifle, of which only 500 were made), as well as the signature piece of jewelry from David Yurman, a helicopter flyover, fireworks, food, great sponsors like Tyler Ford, giveaways ... and, of course, some of the best music to be found anywhere – all presided over by emcee and radio personality Jeremy of KNUE. However, there are a few changes in store for attendees this year. First off, the ticket prices have been lowered and sponsorship opportunities have been added to allow even more folks to come out and enjoy the show – and give back to the soldiers. There will also be official Country for Our Country merchandise on sale, so people can literally wear their heart on their sleeve. One of the largest changes to this year’s event will be the structure of the event itself. While last year the event partnered with the Military Warriors Support Foundation to channel the money to the veterans, this year Country for our Country has restructured and is now a non-profit organization on its own. This will allow C4C to be even more involved in the distribution of funds right here, at home, through the Lone Survivor Foundation and its efforts to build a retreat in the area. There will still be involvement with the MWSF, however. Most notably, one deserving serviceman or woman and their family will be presented with a mortgage-free home provided by MWSF. The keys to their new house will be presented the evening of the event, and after a period of stewardship, the home

will be deeded over to the wounded warrior. The giveaway is part of the Home4WoundedWarriors program, and was made possible by the donations from last year’s event. In addition to the giving away of a house, one soldier will receive a second Purple Heart. A previous recipient of scholarships funds from last year’s event, Andy Tidwell will be honored for the dedicated service and sacrifice he’s provided willingly for his country. One of the most enthralling new draws of 2010 will be the presence of Marcus Luttrell, author of the best-selling Lone Survivor (see BSCENE’s May/June 2010 cover). Luttrell will be on hand to sign books and meet guests, and will also be the featured speaker at a dinner at Hollytree Country Club, the Friday before. In fact, a large portion of the proceeds for this event will be directed toward Luttrell’s Lone Survivor Foundation, which is seeking to help rehabilitate and restore men and women right here in East Texas. (For more information on the Lone Survivor Foundation, see last issue). As detailed last year, the stories of people coming out of the woodwork to offer anything they can to show their support are truly inspiring. This year will be no different. After being approached by one of the event's founders, Mary Pennington, local jewelry designer Deborah Harter of Sterling Grace Christian Jewelry has designed and handcrafted roughly 200 original, limited-edition pieces that will be available at the event. Harter remembers the inspiration behind the

first C4C – the tears of a soldier as he thanked someone who’d set about helping him. So, when Pennington approached her to design something exclusively for this year’s event, she knew the teardrop design would have to be a part of it. And, with all the the men in her life – from her father, to her husband, to her sons – serving in the military, Harter understands both the pride and sadness felt by these men and women and their families. Fashioned like military dog tags, there will be only 100 of these pieces sold at the event (though you can pre-order starting July 11, at countryforourcountry.org). That kind of passion and dedication can be found wherever you look in Country for our Country. From the leadership to the volunteers carrying flats of water, everyone involved believes wholeheartedly in what they are doing. Just a few minutes with one of C4C’s driving forces shows just that. “I have a passion for the soldiers because of my time in the service,” said Gen. Brown. “I believe very strongly that we have a responsibility and a duty to give back. There are lots of organizations nationwide that do great work, but C4C is special because that money stays local. It’s here to support local veterans at local schools, and their lives right here in our community. And, we are always looking for warriors to assist, so if anyone has any info, call us, call the Villa or visit the website. We have a screening process set up, but we still want names and info of people who we can help, who we can honor.” When considering that this is only the second year of existence for this event, it’s truly amazing to see the commitment of both the coordinators, as well as the performers. Several readily accepted offers to return to the Villa di Felicitá to reprise their roles, and newcomer Phil Vassar is raring to go. “I’ve been through East Texas before, to perform,” says Vassar, “but I’ve never played this particular venue in Tyler. I’ve heard about it, though, and I think actually Heidi (Newfield) is playing with Country for Our Country with me – and she’s done it before. We’ve talked about the event and she said it was very cool. So, I’m excited about it! … It’s always a great event whenever we can do anything for the troops, for the military and their families...” Vassar has been involved with projects like this before, and is currently raising support for the latest undertaking – a new record in the wildly popular NOW series featuring country artists and the proceeds of which will go to the troops. Not to mention, he’s performed many times at bases and military benefits all across the country.

of passion and dedication “canThatbe kind found wherever you look in Country for our Country. From the leadership to the volunteers carrying flats of water, everyone involved believes wholeheartedly in what they are doing.

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Vassar became involved in Country for Our Country in much the same way as past entertainers have. Heidi Newfield and Vassar share some of the same management and he overheard them talking about the C4C show one day. After a few discussions, Vassar jumped right onboard. “They were talking about the deal … and it was one of those things. Someone said, ‘You want to do this thing?’ I said, ‘Oh, that sounds like a lot of fun.’ .... and here we are doing it. That’s the cool thing about it – whenever you can do an event like this (we do a lot of charity stuff too), but whenever events like this come up, especially events that somebody has done that you know are a really cool deal, it’s really special. It’s [going to be] fun. You’re really excited about it!”

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And Vassar is certainly no stranger to performing for and showing his support of our military. Vassar scored a hit and hit a nerve with his song “American Child.” “Matter of fact,” recalled Vassar, “I’ve had troops from all over the world email and write me

coolest things I ever got ... “oneOneof ofthethetroops actually called me, said, ‘Man, we’re in a foxhole at night in the middle of the freakin’ desert, and we got 'American Child' cranked up!’ That just gives me chills, it’s pretty incredible.

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and ask me, ‘Why’d you write this song? We love it!’ One of the coolest things I ever got ... one of the troops actually called me, said, ‘Man, we’re in a foxhole at night in the middle of the freakin’ desert, and we got 'American Child' cranked up!’ That just gives me chills, it’s pretty incredible.” Lines on a map or political affiliation tends to go right out the window in moments like that, and Vassar agrees. “It doesn’t matter who you are or what you are – that stuff’s special.” In addition to his work as with encouraging the men and women of our armed forces, Vassar works diligently on his own personal cause: he presides over a girls’ home in his home state of Virginia, performing several times a year to raise money for them. “That’s one cool thing about what we do [in the business]: we have the

For more information about Country for Our Country, for sponsorship details or to purchase tickets to the main event Sept. 11, or for the Marcus Luttrell dinner, visit online at countryforourcountry.org or call Mary Pennington at Villa di Felicitá at 903-597-0002.

opportunity to do that kind of stuff,” Vassar reflected. “If you can use that, it’s not about what kind of table you can get at what restaurant. It’s what you can do for people, you know? … We’re so lucky to do what we do. If you can use your talents for better things, to better the world, or do something different. We’re not like doctors, no one will die if we have a bad day. If we have a bad day, we hit a wrong note, but we can actually do some real good. People are inspired by music, and it touches a lot of folks. And, it isn’t about the politics. You can be on either side of the fence, but these guys are out there getting shot at, serving their country. Who cares about politics then? It’s important that we let them know we really care about them and that we appreciate what they do. Along with their families, they do so much!” Heidi Newfield will be lighting up the stage again this year at Country for Our Country. Newfield has grown a lot over the last year, really coming into her own as a creative force and solo performer. Taking a break from an always hectic schedule, Newfield is at once audibly excited and honored to return to this year’s event. “In the past year, we’ve been touring and performing – spending the whole of May and June on the Country Throwdown Tour, and I’ve been writing a lot” Newfield said. “I’ve been doing a lot of work, getting the songs together, performing and recording with a new producer (Blake Chancey, who recorded smash hits for the Montgomery Gentry and the Dixie Chicks, to name but a few).” Newfield looks to release the new album this fall, and said it marks a real advancement in her sound, brought on by growing ever more comfortable in her own skin, musically. “I think this one is a little bit more edgy and will show a little bit more of my influences. The country stuff is not afraid to be stone-cold country; it’s not playing around ... I think we’re stepping back into more where people want to hear real-life stories, they want to hear stuff that’s relatable to them, whether they are 20, 30 or 40 years old … I want a 13-year-old to be able to pick this record up and just rock out, but I think it’s also going to relate very much to people outside of that age group ...Though we’re stepping out of the CD age and into the digital age, they call it a ‘record’ for a reason. They record kind of where a person is in a time in their life. Thats how I look at this body of work, This is more about a natural evolution and where I am now.” Where she will be on September 11, is back at the Villa di Felicitá entertaining the crowd with her powerful voice and trademark onstage energy – and she couldn’t be happier about returning. “First

off, I remember walking off the bus seeing the sun go down behind the beautiful complex and all the really nice people that put the show on, and the hospitality ... I thought it was a very intimate, special atmosphere. Secondly, and most importantly, it’s about the cause itself. I met a lot of servicemen and women that night. I heard a lot of their stories, and of course, this is directly related. I’ve always been a patriot and always been involved helping out troops in any way shape or form that I can. When I was in Trick Pony, we did a lot of USO work. I’ve been talking about getting back over there this February. In fact, Neal (McCoy) and I were talking about doing some more USO work. I think that is so, so important. If you haven’t experienced it, when you go over and get a chance to see what these men and women really go through – from the temperatures to the thousand shades of beige they have to look at every day, everything they have to endure – you come back home with a whole new appreciation and outlook on what they go through. It really doesn’t matter to me what your political views are – whether you believe in the war or not – it’s more about believing in the troops and I always have. That was the most important thing about the event, that we were raising money for them and their families. And, I think that’s more than a worthy cause.” by William Knous, editorial@h3-media.com

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CATTLE BARONS’ SIGN OF HOPE AWARDS Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and spirits at the 2010 Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala Sponsor Party on May 11, at the home of Bridgette and Harley Hooper. Generous sponsors of the Gala were honored with Society Awards and Spirit of Hope Awards, for supporting the work of the American Cancer Society to find a cure.

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adds, “Small amounts should cause minimal risk of dehydration in healthy individuals.” Another longtime debate includes which fluids hydrate best. And while both Anderson and Ellis say water is still the best way to rehydrate, flavored drinks can make it easier to consume the daily required amount of fluids. “Certain individuals, such as athletes or laborers with many hours or consecutive days of fluid

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Professional and summer athletes also experience the same losses of those exposed to the summer heat. To prevent dehydration, he suggests those participating in hours of exercise or consecutive days of exercise may need increased amounts of water and additional electrolyte replacement. As for the debate on tap water and bottled water, Ellis claims bottled water is not necessarily safer than tap water, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. “EPA sets standards for tap water provided by public water systems; the Food and Drug Administration sets bottled water standards based on EPA’s tap water standards,” she says. “Some

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PASSION When 21-year-old Mike Strout discovered a vintage Nikon camera at Goodwill, he never thought photography would develop into his passion. He never thought he would make a name for himself as a freelance photographer, shooting at concerts featuring big name bands such as Of Montreal and Tegan and Sara. Still, from its humble beginnings in a Goodwill store, Strout’s freelance career has developed into something inspiring and pure – much like his photos. “After buying that old camera on a whim, I must have gone through just tons and tons of nasty film,” Strout said with a nostalgic laugh. “Then I actually opened the camera up and studied it. I loved it because it was hands-on learning and that’s how I learn.” When Strout sets his camera down, he works full-time at the Suddenlink Commercial Support Department. This technical background adds another layer to his passion for photography. “I love photography because it’s a mix between art and technical detail,” Strout said. “I will shoot film for how unpredictable and perfect it is. Film isn’t just 1s and 0s – it’s the organics too. Human error is art, as well.” While Strout appreciates a photograph’s perfection in its imperfection, he admits to spending hours in the corner of Starbucks, editing portraits in Photoshop. “Photoshop is something I feel like I’m just scratching the surface of,” Strout said. “It isn’t just about taking the pictures anymore. That’s just the beginning.” Explaining his editing techniques, Strout immediately pulls out his MacBook. Photoshop projects instantly appear on the screen – a testament to the hours he dedicates to editing photographs. “Editing is tedious, but I enjoy it,” he said while scrolling through the perfected photographs. “I edit for hours so there are no distracting elements. When you get up close to the portrait, I want you to see the person for who they are, and not their flaws. And I always make sure the eyes are right. The eyes are the gateway to the soul, so they need to be the focus.” Reaching beyond his specialty in band photography, Strout has delved into portrait photography featuring local models. He describes his portrait style as simple, pure and near perfection. “I’ve been known to be too perfect on portraits, but I try not to make it too sterile,” he affirmed. “I just want the pictures to look like what they do in my head, simple and without any distractions.” Of course, Strout realizes perfection cannot be attained, in order to maintain the art in human error. And sometimes, the art in photography overrules the technical detail. An avid music fan, Strout combines his love for concerts and photography by shooting for big name bands. He rarely charges the bands for his photo prints, and considers his free concert entrance “a fair trade off.” (continued on pg. 28)

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Miranda Lambert’s Third Annual Cause for Paws raised $91,000 on May 15, at Villa di Felicitá. Guests enjoyed dinner and entertainment by Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Blake Shelton and more. Proceeds from this event benefit the East Texas Humane Society, with a special donation to the Humane Association of Nashville to aid animals affected by the recent flood.

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“Shooting at concerts is a weird combination of doing something you love in order to capture someone else doing what they love,” Strout explained, a slow smile spreading across his face. “You capture [musicians] as they are truly happy – or doing something they normally wouldn’t…They’re almost superhuman.” Capturing musicians in their essence has become Strout’s specialty. Although Strout has freelanced for four years and shot for big name bands, he has never taken any photography classes. “I’m all self-taught,” he said. “I’d like to learn how to develop, but that’s about it. Most of what I know came from the Internet, because there’s just a wealth of knowledge there. And photography is really a trial and error thing. When you get it right, you see the results right then and there.” Without ever stepping foot in a photography class, Strout has shot for bands at The House of Blues in Dallas, and recently worked with Tyler boutique Mary V’s by Shelby for her marketing. “I’m looking to do some commercial work, some bigger [assignments] like that,” he said. “It’s a cool new direction to head.” Strout adds he’s interested in commercial work because he finds the experience to be educational, not just profitable. He vows to never allow the bottom line to define his freelance career. “I don’t even really want to make money at photography because it’s just something I love,” Strout said, a glint appearing in his eyes. “I don’t want to trade money for enjoyment. I would rather do manual labor for money than risk losing what I love, because you can’t buy an interest like this. You can’t buy finding an old camera at Goodwill and finding a passion. I don’t want to lose it.” In addition to being self-taught, Strout prides himself on never shooting photos with an automatic camera. “I do all the focusing and lighting myself,” he said. “Photography is an art. A lot of times I want something technically right, such as lighting, but I also want the photo to have life.” “There’s a certain extent where you can recreate a certain circumstance, a certain photo, but sometimes you can’t fully recreate it the exact way,” Strout said. “And that’s where the art comes in, because it’s not all technical detail. It’s some expression. And sometimes magic just happens when everything just kind of comes together.” Experienced in different facets of photography, Strout is available for hire. You can find him through his Facebook fan page, or at RIOTphoto.com. by Caitlin Giddens

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TITANIUM MAN Mitch Wilson received the Longview Partnership's 2010 Entrepreneur of the Year Award, nominated by his business partner Laura Rectenwald, PhD, of Titanium Environmental Services, LLC (TES). “It's a great surprise and honor. Frankly, I've been so busy keeping up with the demands of our clients that I have forgotten that our business has grown so exponentially.” Wilson has had a longtime interest in the environment prior to his career. As a child, his three aquariums full of turtles, tadpoles and insects allowed him to closely observe nature. And with maturity grew an increasing respect for the environment. “I realized that we humans are a part of the natural world and though we try to insulate ourselves from the impacts of weather and other natural forces, we cannot avoid the need for clean water, clean air and adequate food,” he explained. Wilson graduated from Ohio State University in '77 with a major in Zoology. He moved to Texas and worked at Ana-Lab Corporation, an environmental testing lab, and was the lab manager by age 24. In 1981, he landed a job as a chemist at Mobley Environmental in Kilgore. At Mobley, Wilson was the vice president of environmental affairs for facilities in Baltimore, Florida, New York and Mexico. He worked with the company for 15 years with a special interest in landfills, hazardous waste, disposal management and pesticides. At Mobley, Wilson experienced first hand why some consulting firms were effective and some were not. “Some seemed focused on developing large reports that had no practical application. Others would rack up huge bills and constantly try to expand the scope of the task they had been given,” he recalled. “Few consulting firms actually listened to the client and attempted to solve problems in a practical manner.” Wilson was in the beginning stages of forming his own firm when he met Rectenwald. She was working at another consulting firm in Longview and had just completed her PhD studies in environmental science. He recalled, “When the company I was working for sold its assets to a company based in Houston, I decided to attempt to start a business in Longview rather than relocate to Houston.” Rectenwald was interested, and both partners share a similar philosophy of how to treat clients. “I knew that the only truly useful consulting firms that I had used were those that put solving my particular problem first.” So, in 2000 Wilson and Rectenwald started TES to provide industrial consulting services and later added oil and gas operations.

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Right now the business is growing, primarily due to their clients in the oil and gas industry. Most of TES's clients are local and within a 100-mile radius. However, they do have national clients. “We have clients that are refineries in California. We are working today on a client with a refinery in Chicago, Ill.,” he said. Wilson clarified what they actually do in the field to tell if clients are in compliance with laws and regulations. “We don't go out and chase bunnies in the woods much,” he joked. “Basically, we are actually sitting in our offices looking at numbers and results saying, ‘OK, that's safe because of this,’ or ‘It's not safe because of that,’ and write reports on it.” The majority of what his employees do involves intense, in-office number crunching – and a lot of writing. TES also does a lot of work with environmental permits, specializing in air permits. “The air we breathe is a shared resource,” he explained. “You can't just go out and start [air emissions] and do what you want to do. You have to get a license or permit to emit those compounds.” TES examines the types of compounds the client will use, the emissions they will have, the types of controls they will have and the type of device that will clean the air for the permit to be issued. The down-wind impact must be also assessed – and there are permits for that too. And while preserving the environment for the future is Wilson's business, its also an obvious passion. “If we don't minimize the negative impacts of our economic activity on the environment, we will pay the price with an increase in human health problems and a decrease in the quality of life in general,” he disclosed. “Balancing environmental health and increasing human demands for food and resources is one of the most significant challenges we will face in the next 100 years.” Outside of work, Wilson spends time with his wife of 29 years and their daughter. He enjoys playing disc golf or frisbee golf for fun and has also been an avid cyclist for years. In fact, his cycling hobby is partially responsible for the name of the company … “I had a (cycling) wreck back in '98 … I got hit by a pick-up truck going about 70 milesan-hour. It broke my face, back and my leg shattered in three or four places,” he said. “So out of that process I got a lot of titanium screws, rods and all kinds of stuff,” he said. Laura also has a titanium rod in her leg. When they started the company, Wilson suggested ‘Titanium’ because it is light, hi-tech and is literally in Wilson and Rectenwald's bones. And, of course, the company's logo pays homage to his collision – a titanium bicycle cog. by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com B S C E N E M AG.COM

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It’s hard to believe that it’s been 12 years since the female phenomenon of “Sex & The City” hit our television screens with the airing of the first episode on June 6, 1998. Since its start, we’ve had three different sitting presidents, two different wars overseas (still ongoing) and one lasting impression of pop culture to carry us through the highs and lows of life with 94 episodes broadcast on HBO from 1998 until 2004. During its run, the series focused on four female New Yorkers who were encountering and examining their lives in the big city as professional women navigating the changing roles of women’s expectations during that time period. Today, it is listed as one of Time Magazine’s “100 Best TV Shows of All-TIME.” While I’m certainly no Carrie Bradshaw, my life and the lives of many of my friends in their 30s and 40s can relate to the characters portrayed in the series and now, the movies. Because of this iconic, women’s-pop experience, BSCENE Magazine, Times Square Shopping Center and Times Square Cinema in Tyler rolled out the red carpet on May 27, for its first-ever movie premiere featuring “Sex & the City 2”. More than 500 East Texans attended the pre-and-post parties and the movie premiere. It only made sense to host a fabulous cocktail hour prior to the movie with my own special guests to celebrate the premiere and toast the town in true V in the City fashion – all in the name of a good cause – for the American Cancer Society. With the help of our friends at Julian’s Asian Diner in Tyler, owners, Jay and Pam Schulz and Brad and Vanessa Downey and their attentive, knowledgeable staff, they helped me make the hour even more spectacular providing us VIP access in their posh, sophisticated and recently-redesigned bar area that automatically exudes an exciting “New York” ambience. The evening was an even bigger hit with the arrival of my special guests: Michelle Williams, mom of a beautiful boy and girl; Jody Goughnour,

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mom to a darling son; Amy Datwyler, mother of a smart and beautiful nine-year-old girl and Stacie Jordan (mom to twin girls and a really cool son and one of my son’s best buds), who attended the event and viewing. For all of us, the cocktail hour was a nice start to a summer that began earlier that day with the official end of our children’s school year. We enjoyed each other's company, discussed our plans to keep the kids busy all summer long and really, just took a nice break from the hustle and bustle that time of year brings for moms everywhere. While we sipped on our drinks, delighted in delectables and reveled in each other's new SATC premiere outfits, we certainly felt as though Sarah Jessica Parker and her crew were right around the corner. I’m not sure why they weren’t! Then, it finally hit me – what we were experiencing with the turnout of the BSCENE premiere, the morethan-a-decade worth of Sex and the City fans, the numbers of moviegoers across the country attending their own local movie theaters that night and the beautiful ladies sitting before me at Julian’s that evening – the SATC phenomenon began making sense. Its success wasn’t just about beautiful clothes and beautiful women dating or not dating, traveling or lounging poolside, entertaining a wonderful career at home or at an office. What has really made the movies and the series resonate with audiences all these years is the truth behind the relationships these women hold near and dear and the friendships that are fostered throughout all of life’s trials and tribulations. Testament to that for me was with my four friends’ presence that evening discussing our lives, sharing our ups and downs, our families’ and friends’ highs and lows, the realities of life’s losses and gains – sharing all of that with true friends. It's those relationships and experiences that are cultivated throughout real life that keep viewers coming back to movie life for more … And you thought it was just about fabulous shoes!

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KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE Breast cancer survivors and Komen supporters donned their pink shirts May 8, in Tyler for the 2010 Susan G. Komen Tyler Race For The Cure. The eighth annual event at Bergfeld Park included a 5K co-ed run/walk, 1 mile family run/walk and area vendor and activity booths in the park. Seventy-five percent of Tyler’s proceeds from the event will go to local breast cancer programs.

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TURN UP THE JOYS OF LIFE Linda Sims said she was going to go deaf so that her husband could hear – literally. With limited hearing in one ear, her husband Dale blared the television volume every night in an attempt to hear his favorite shows. He had tried many hearing aids with little success. However, after visiting AHS Audiology and Hearing Solutions, Dale Sims got the device he needed and can now listen to the TV at normal volumes – saving Linda’s ears in the process. Out of the 35 million Americans that are hearing impaired (11.3 percent of the population), AHS President Shay Rhame (left) states that more than 25 million do not seek help for their hearing loss. Loud volume on the television, a ringing noise in the ears, asking others to repeat what they said and thinking others sound muffled or are mumbling are all signs of possible hearing loss. Linda and Dale’s story is common and Dale definitely benefited from the help of AHS Audiology & Hearing Solutions. After all, helping to restore hearing to patients with hearing devices can make a huge difference in someone’s life. Since their opening in April of 2009, AHS Audiology and Hearing Solutions has proven experience counts when it comes to hearing. Business partners Shay Rhame and Becky Davis (right) have over 30 years combined experience in audiology and the hearing aid industry. As an audiologist, Davis has extensive experience and specializes in identifying, understanding and treating hearing loss, but both share a passion for helping their patients. Davis and Rhame said they were driven to start their own business because of a lack of personalized customer service in their industry. They saw a special need to provide the correct amplification devices for each individual patient, such as Dale, to help them enjoy the sounds of life they have been missing. Rhame and Davis said they started their own business to provide better service in a no-pressure setting where the patient can feel comfortable that they are receiving the exact product they need. “Our emphasis is on helping patients hear better and not necessarily to sell them a hearing aid,” Rhame said. “We are a hands-on, customer service, family-oriented business.” The No. 1 concern for their patients is the inability to understand speech in the presence of background noise, such as having a

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conversation in a crowded restaurant, Davis explained. Communicating with friends and family is another major concern for people with hearing loss. However, despite the inability to hear or understand friends and loved ones, many deny the problem and don’t seek treatment. Davis says non-treatment is a concern because hearing can get worse if not properly treated. If left untreated, deterioration in the auditory pathways to the brain can lead to deterioration in understanding. This brings up an important question for those experiencing hearing loss: “How can you know what you are missing, if you don’t know you are missing it?” Davis offers, “I just try to encourage people not to be afraid to get a hearing test and look at the options.” For those experiencing hearing loss, and for those who have not found the right hearing device, hearing technology has dramatically improved in the past five years. If it has been several years since you explored your options or if you are not satisfied with the device you have, now is a great time to revisit what is available. For those who suspect hearing loss, it may be comforting to know that 90 percent of individuals who have suffered hearing loss could benefit from an amplification device, Davis says. Whether your concerns are better hearing or less noticeable hearing devices, today’s modern hearing aids are smaller, more comfortable, 100 percent digital and more discrete. Wireless Bluetooth technology is even included on some models! For those willing to weigh the options, AHS also lets customers “Try Before You Buy.” With a goal to help the patient find the right device, the company allows patients to test products for a few days to determine if the device helps and is right for them. This process involves no money down and no obligation to buy. AHS accepts most insurance providers, Medicaid and also provides financing and payment plans. The goal for the AHS staff is to ensure that each patient is able to enjoy the sounds that life offers. AHS has offices in Tyler, 2501 E. Fifth St.; in Lindale, 1414 S. Main, Ste. 14B; in Longview at 102 Commander Dr.; and in Palestine (at Dr. Melinda Duncan’s office) 112 Medical Dr. Staff can be reached in Tyler at 903-593-7977, in Lindale at 903-882-1414 and in Longview at 903-758-2500. Walk-ins are welcome. B S C E N E M AG.COM

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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Having children changes a woman’s life forever. Unfortunately, the same can be said for the physical changes that pregnancy brings to a woman’s body. The miracle of pregnancy often changes the appearance of a woman’s abdomen. Seeing an attractive, youthful, female body with a flat stomach and shapely waist change irreversibly after pregnancy can have a negative impact on a woman’s self image. Fortunately, plastic surgery can firm, flatten and smooth the abdomen and improve the abdominal profile, restoring a woman’s feeling of youthfulness. A tummy tuck dramatically improves the appearance of the abdomen by tightening the abdominal muscles and removing excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, restoring a youthful, physically fit appearance. It is performed under general anesthesia and the patient usually stays overnight in the hospital. For the first few days after surgery, you can expect discomfort, abdominal swelling, bruising and numbness of the abdominal skin. Reduced energy levels for several weeks are common. After a tummy tuck, one should expect to stay home for about two weeks and should wait four to six weeks to resume strenuous activities. Obese individuals should lose weight prior to surgery and women should postpone surgery until child birthing is complete. Results of an abdominoplasty can be very impressive and are permanent, barring major weight gain. James D. Saar, MD, is the Director of the Center for Cosmetic Surgery of Trinity Mother Frances. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. For more information, or to schedule a consultation, call (903) 510-8888.

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NACOGDOCHES HERITAGE FESTIVAL The 29th Annual Nacogdoches Heritage Festival Ball took place at Hotel Fredonia, June 5. Events for the week included the Hall of Fame Breakfast and Taste of Nacogdoches to benefit the Nacogdoches Historical Foundation. The Festival Coronation was held Saturday before the Charity Ball. Hanna Perry was chosen as the 2010 Queen of the Ball themed, “Hats Off to Texas.”

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ImPACT for Athletes Good Shepherd Sports Medicine has partnered with the Neurological Institute at Good Shepherd to establish ImPACT, a sports concussion management program for athletes. “The main goal of the ImPACT program is to educate athletes in the Good Shepherd service area on the importance of concussion testing,” Ron Short, Good Shepherd vice president, said. Estimates for the number of sports- and recreation-related concussions in the United States each year are as high as 3.8 million. Several states are considering legislation that would place restrictions on young athletes returning to play after head injuries. “What we are doing is bringing this program to the area and pretesting all the athletes at the beginning of each year,” explained Dr. Lynn Fitzgerald, “so that we can know where they are psychologically and we have a baseline of their visual memory and their verbal memory.” What is a Concussion? A concussion is an injury caused by a sudden blow to the head. Though the brain is normally surrounded by a fluid cushion, in the case of a sudden impact the brain can crash into the skull. This may cause a temporary loss of normal function, including loss of consciousness, confusion, dizziness, loss of memory, seeing stars, blurred vision or other symptoms. An athlete with any concussion symptoms should not return to play without further evaluation.

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Since the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved LASIK in 1995, this brief laser procedure has gone on to become the safest, most successful and most common vision correction procedure ever developed. In the past 15 years, the evolution of LASIK has included numerous breakthroughs in various laser technologies and surgical techniques. One of the early developments came as a result of research with the Hubble Telescope. The same focusing technology used to detect and focus minor aberrations in deep space were soon modified for use in human vision correction. This adaptation led to technology known as Custom Wavefront Diagnostics. This hi-tech measuring device soon allowed eye specialists to diagnose tiny imperfections 21-times more precisely than the instrument known as the phoroptor. The result from this diagnostic measurement provided a corneal topographic map of the eye’s surface that was as unique to each person as their fingerprint. Scientists and researchers then developed the ability to take this “Fingerprint Of The Eye” and program 2nd and 3rd generation Excimer lasers to customize laser treatments for each patient. This became known as CustomVue LASIK, which is the standard for vision correction today. To make LASIK safer, Femtosecond Laser technology was developed to perform the first portion of the 2-step LASIK procedure. This IntraLASE technology combined with CustomVue LASIK became known as iLASIK, which is the only method of LASIK approved today for Astronauts and our U.S. military. Lehmann Eye Center became the first center in East Texas to eliminate the bladed LASIK procedure and offer patients the added safety and precision of the Femtosecond laser and iLASIK technology. Lehmann Eye Center is proud to celebrate LASIK’s 15th anniversary this year.

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I strongly disagree with the new recommendations. Under the current screening guidelines, we have seen a 30 percent drop in breast cancer deaths in women of all ages.

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In Smith County and other East Texas counties in a 50 mile radius, 1,459 women were diagnosed with breast cancer in a recent two-year period and of that, 244 were younger than the age of 50. Eighty percent of all breast cancers occur in women with no identifiable risk factors. Therefore, these breast cancers in women age 40 to 49 would go undetected at their earliest and most curable stage. The USPSTF claimed the “harms” of false-positive results were somehow worse than allowing a woman with breast cancer to go undiagnosed at an early stage. The vast majority of my patients state that mammograms actually relieve their anxiety that they might have breast cancer. We all know that there is no perfect test in medicine, and that mammography is no exception. However, it is by far the best weapon we have in the war against breast cancer. It is my sincere hope that women and their physicians will continue to follow the recommendations of the American Cancer Society: Screening mammogram every year, beginning at age 40.

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ETCC WINE & CHEESE PARTY Sheryl Palmer hosted The East Texas Crisis Center’s Wine & Cheese Party at her beautiful home on May 13. A staple fundraising effort for the Crisis Center since the early 1980s, this signature event honored Sharon & Dr. Jim Clark for their outstanding support of the organization over the years.

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Training the family medicine doctors who take care of YOU... UTHSCT When you get sick, who do you call? Many people call their family medicine physician. These are the doctors who families depend on, the doctors who treat everyone from infants to elderly adults. They are the backbone of our health-care system, and they are in short supply. The state demographer has projected that Texas will need 40,000 additional physicians by 2040 to take care of the state’s expanding population. As the academic medical center for Northeast Texas, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler has been training new doctors in family medicine for the past 25 years. Of the 132 physicians who have graduated from the Family Medicine Residency Program, almost half have stayed in East Texas. “Family medicine physicians know the state of your health and your family history. They can remind you when it’s time for your annual flu shot or for health screenings such as mammograms or colonoscopies,” says Michele Bosworth, MD, a family medicine physician at UTHSCT. “All of the information that a family medicine doctor collects about you helps to paint a picture of your health. Without this information, you’re missing a piece of the puzzle,” she says. New medical school graduates apply for a limited number of family medicine residency slots at UTHSCT. If accepted, they are mentored by nationally recognized physicians at UTHSCT and other medical centers in Tyler. During their three years of intense training, residents “rotate” through different medical specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, pulmonary medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, obstetrics, and trauma surgery. In March, Good Shepherd Health System and UTHSCT announced a partnership to create a three-year internal medicine residency program to be located at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview. As an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)-accredited institution, UT Health Science Center will be the program sponsor, with oversight provided by a graduate medical education committee comprised of members from both facilities. Because many medical residents typically stay in or near the community where they complete their training, this program should add to the number of internal medicine physicians in the Longview area. The goal is to have the first residency class begin in July 2012. Jonathan MacClements, MD, director of the residency program and chairman of UTHSCT’s Department of Family Medicine, stresses the importance of community support for physician training programs. “In East Texas, we are fortunate to have health care facilities and doctors who understand the importance of preparing the next generation of physicians. These learning opportunities enable us to attract outstanding recruits to train in our superb facilities and to care for East Texans,” Dr. MacClements says.

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Recruits: Shawn Haney, Mitzi Hardee, Karli Hetherington, William Knous and Meghan McDermott-Roth underwent five different types of professional whitening treatments. They journaled about their experience, detailing any problems following the dentists’ instructions. The Drs.: Dr. Robert Burnett, Dr. Rick Coker, Dr. Guy Waldron and Dr. Verni Waldron contributed their knowledge, expertise and professional whitening services to help make the project possible. Though results varied for all Project Bleach participants, each candidate and dentist was happy to report noticeable improvement across the board. Before we dove into the professional whitening treatments offered by local dentists, we were curious to know the professional verdict on the hordes of over-the-counter (OTC) whitening products available today. Dr. Verni Waldron is of the opinion that OTC products have some benefits, but professional, inoffice procedures are safer and more effective. “Obviously, the stronger the percentage, the more effective the treatment will be. And with over-the-counter strips there is no way you can get that kind of strength,” Dr. Burnett said. While most whitening procedures can produce tooth sensitivity in some individuals, Dr. Verni Waldron explained, “Most in-office whitening procedures have a special additive in them to reduce tooth sensitivity.” Recessed gums and exposed roots also cause sensitivity, which dentists can protect during inoffice procedures. “We take special precautions to make sure the gums aren’t burned … plus it’s a controlled environment. You are not using pre-cut strips that don’t fit your teeth,” Dr. Burnett said. “It never hurts to try [OTC products], and some people get results from it that they are happy with. But what you see sometimes is when people whiten only their front teeth, you see a two-toned effect when you see their [smile] from the side.” Dr. Guy Waldron said teenagers or someone young looking for a quick fix for a special occasion are good candidates for OTC products such as Crest Whitestrips®.

Patient: Mitzi Hardee Treatment: KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching™ MAX Price: $1,250 Dentist: Guy Waldron, DDS Smile Studio, Longview smilestudioweb.com Mitzi underwent a deep bleaching technique developed by Dr. Rod Kurthy of Evolve Dental Technologies, Inc., called the KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching™ System. Waldron explained that the procedure allows for deep bleaching with minimal sensitivity and discomfort and is ideal for people over 30. “It

doesn’t really have a lot to do with staining. Adults' teeth have less porosity to accept a lower concentration bleach, like what you find in tray whitening and white strips.” He added that after two years of his office utilizing the KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching™ MAX whitening treatment, everyone who complies has fantastic results. Waldron took impressions of Mitzi’s teeth on her first visit to create custom whitening trays. On her next visit, Dr. Waldron Four days into “conditioned” the tooth enamel the process, prior to bleaching. After the teeth she reported were desensitized, a solution of 16 percent bleach was painted a difference onto the teeth in two 20-minute in color, and segments. Mitzi was instructed to eight days in, wear the bleaching trays overnight for two weeks. she said others Mitzi journaled, “Now that could notice a the first night is complete, I feel difference. a lot more comfortable and have realized it won’t be inconvenient after all. My teeth still feel a little strange, kind of like right after a dental cleaning.” She was instructed to avoid “dark” foods such as blueberries, raspberries, marinara sauce, red wine, etc. Four days into the process, she reported a difference in color, and eight days in she said others could notice a difference. During phase two of Mitzi’s in-office whitening procedure she reported that the treatment was more intense than the first – but the results were “amazing!” During this visit, the teeth were again conditioned with desensitizer, then after desensitizing, a solution of 32 percent bleach was brushed on (without trays) for three 20-minute sessions. After this final visit, the dental assistant showed Mitzi what shade she started and where she ended. “I went three or four shades whiter, in total,” she journaled. Mitzi will continue to use the trays once monthly to maintain the color and combat staining. Overall, Mitzi described the KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching™ System as fairly simple and easy to comply with. “I, fortunately, did not have a lot of sensitivity with

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my process. I know this can tend to be a problem for some,” she explained. “I’m so excited that I was able to have this done!”

Patient: Shawn Haney Treatment: BriteSmile® Price: $399 Dentist: Robert D. Burnett, DDS FAGD The Center for Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry, Tyler burnettdds.com Shawn Haney, President/CEO of H3 Media, underwent a whitening procedure called BriteSmile® at The Center for Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry in Tyler. Dr. Burnett explained, “It’s an in-office whitening … A hydrogen peroxide gel is applied to the tooth surfaces and we use a special light that activates the material on the tooth to lift the extrinsic stains out of the tooth enamel … Traditionally we get anywhere from seven to nine shades of improvement if there’s that much to go.” Once Dr. Burnett determined that Shawn would be a good candidate for BriteSmile®, Shawn’s teeth were prepped for

Dr. Verni Waldron dubbed Will a good candidate for DayWhite® ACP by Discus Dental, LLC, founded by Bill Dorfman, DDS featured on “Extreme Makeover.” She explained the solution is 38 percent carbamide peroxide and is used in take-home trays. “This is supposed to cause less sensitivity, even with the high percentage of bleach, because the carbamide peroxide is incorporated with another ingredient to decrease sensitivity,” explained Dr. Waldron. “We have not had a single complaint on people having sensitive teeth yet.” Will underwent X-rays and examinations before beginning the whitening process. Impressions were taken to make his custom whitening trays. Waldon instructed Will to use the bleach trays for a maximum of two hours daily, for five to seven days, and also provided a list of foods and drinks to avoid. Will said he began the first whitening session apprehensively, having heard horror stories of awful pain from friends. “When I first applied the gel to the trays and put them in, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the pain or sensitivity initially felt was

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Dr. Waldron prescribed tray whitening for Meghan, which bleaching and he was given a dose of ibuprofen to help minimize is typically recommended for patients in their mid-to-late 20s, sensitivity. Dr. Burnett then applied BriteSmile® whitening gel but can be used by patients as young as 14. The tray whitening and the BriteSmile® light was turned on to activate the gel for is actually offered as a perk to new patients of Dr. Waldron’s and 20 minutes. The process was repeated twice (three times total) while Shawn watched a movie on i-glasses (head mounted is part of his “Free Whitening for Life” program. Meghan’s first visit lasted about 30 minutes, and theatre-style display). A technology nut, Shawn was enamored with the i-glasses. “They put this futuristic impressions were taken to create the thing over your head. It has sound, you can custom whitening trays. She returned “Even with doing the control the volume and it’s like the movie is the following week to get her whitening on-screen right in front of your eyeballs!” trays, bleach solution (20 percent) and whitening for three For someone with a busy schedule, instructions for whitening with the weeks sparingly, I BriteSmile® is ideal because it offers dramatic Opalescence® Kit by Ultradent Products, results in a matter of hours. Dr. Burnett said could really tell a Inc. “You wear [the trays] for a few hours that while Shawn’s teeth were already white, at night. Some people can sleep in them, difference,” Meghan he still had fairly dramatic improvement of it just depends on how sensitive your reported. “It was hard four to five shades. And other than a couple teeth are,” Meghan recalled. instantaneous nerve “zingers” that were gone not drinking coffee or Unfortunately, Meghan’s whitening as fast as they came, Shawn said the sensitivity experience was not as pain-free as eating spaghetti (I love was minimal. “After [the zingers] I had no side Mitzi’s. Meghan said she was surprised pasta), but I would effects and no tooth sensitivity afterward,” that her teeth were more sensitive to he said. “I’d do it again and I probably this treatment than a past professional definitely continue will,” Shawn testified. “In the meantime, I whitening treatment she used. “I went with the whitening definitely am pleased and my expectations from [sleeping in the trays] every day to in the future. It’s were exceeded!” every other day. I was always in agony the next day. I used fluoride rinse, always nice to have a Sensodyne® and Orajel® all to no avail,” Patient: William Knous beautiful smile!” she explained. “Even with doing the Treatment: DayWhite® ACP whitening for three weeks sparingly, I Price: $250 could really tell a difference,” Meghan Dentist: Verni Waldron, DDS reported. “It was hard not drinking coffee or eating spaghetti (I love pasta), but I would definitely continue with the whitening Waldron’s Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, Lindale waldronfamilydentistry.com in the future. It’s always nice to have a beautiful smile!”

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almost nothing,” Will explained. After day one, he reported his teeth were slightly more sensitive – but hardly painful. The next night, Will said he was distracted by BSCENE events and didn’t get home in time to use the trays. And while he did use the trays the following night, he took a break over the weekend, then used them for two nights before his appointment. Will told Dr. Waldron about his inconsistent usage and said while he was not able to use the trays every night, he had rigidly avoided any potential staining food and drink. “She said because I’d been watching out for that, my teeth were still “[Whitening] works two and-a-half shades as long as you know lighter than the day I’d That was near our what solution you are started. original goal in the first using and you trust the place.” Like many of her professionals that are patients with demanding doing it.” jobs or lifestyles, Dr. Waldron said Will is a great example of a busy lifestyle cutting into the time needed to complete at-home whitening for maximum results. “If you have a very busy schedule, then in-office bleaching is a realistic choice because it allows an immediate result, while an individual with a less hectic schedule can complete at-home bleaching with results in a few days,” Waldron explained.

Patient: Karli Hetherington Treatment: Custom Whitening Trays Price: $295 Dentist: Rick Coker, DDS Dr. Rick Coker’s Smile Studio, Tyler As a patient of Dr. Coker’s, Karli decided to try custom at-home tray whitening to brighten her smile for her wedding day. Dr. Coker also uses the Opalescence® Kit by Ultradent Products, Inc., but with some differing instructions. “It’s one of the best things the industry has. You look great, your teeth feel better. It’s actually healthier because the peroxide kills many of the bacteria under the gums,” Coker explained. Karli started the treatment on 10 percent carbamide peroxide bleach, and was instructed to sleep in her custommade trays for two weeks. She immediately noticed a different sensation on her teeth the next morning. And for the next two weeks, Karli avoided certain colored liquids as instructed, such as coffee and tea. “Throughout the week the sensitivity began to worsen, but it wasn’t unbearable,” she reported. After becoming accustomed to the sensitivity of different textures and foods, Karli moved up to the 20 percent bleach. “I saw results within the first few days, but by the end of it I had such a beautiful, white smile,” she said. For those interested in professional whitening, Dr. Coker encouraged patients to ask questions. “[Whitening] works as long as you know what solution you are using and you trust the professionals that are doing it.” He also stressed the importance of well-fit custom trays because his patients are required to sleep in them. “If you can’t sleep in them, you’re not going to wear them. And so you are not going to get [good results].” by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com B S C E N E M AG.COM

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Dear brides-to-be, I thought I had this whole wedding thing figured out as a teenager. Yes, I was the dreamy young girl anticipating the day that Prince Charming would come along and we’d live happily ever after. That is, of course, after the fairytale wedding that I

was constantly planning in my head. Despite years of secretly flipping through bridal magazines to drool over photos of wedding gowns, elaborate cakes and knockout floral arrangements, there came a day when all my secret planning was thrown out the window. That was the day Stephen said those four magic words, “Will you marry me?” At that exact moment I was thrown into a tailspin. Suddenly I was the bride; not one of my friends or one of the gorgeous women I had seen in all those magazines ... I was the bride! The pressure to make sure that day was perfect was overwhelming. If you don’t already have that sparkler on your finger, just wait. The ring comes with an instant barrage of questions all needing answers. And sometimes, our initial answers to those questions don’t quite turn out like we’d hoped. So my first “what I would have done differently” is simple: take a few days to let the dust settle. Pinch yourself a thousand times. Get a manicure. Post a million pictures of your fabulous new engagement ring on Facebook. Then, begin to tackle answering each of those questions with a clear head. To my fellow bridal magazine connoisseurs, how many times have you read,“Establish a Budget First?” I did – a million times – yet I immediately got so caught up in the thrill of grand wedding details with my mom and girlfriends that the thought, “Oh yeah, who’s paying for this?” came way too late in the game. This led to quite a few disappointments over the 10-month planning period. As you build your budget, be realistic. Give yourself wiggle room. If you decide you must have the ice sculpture, then do it – just be willing to compromise in other areas. Like the relationship with your fiancé, wedding planning is about give and take. Once you’ve tackled the budget, it’s time to start tackling the guest list. As unromantic as this is, you’re going to have to establish a maximum number of guests and divvy them up among the bride’s and groom’s families. Just as my bridal magazines told me, traditionally the bridal family sets the cap on the guest list. The bride’s family makes their list of invitees and the remaining invitations go to the groom’s family. How many times had I read this? I’m looking into a mirror now shaking my head and pointing my finger. The McDermott family is big. We’re the Irish-Catholic version of “My Big Fat Greek Wedding.” With my grandfather, aunts, uncles and cousins, my father’s family alone is 60 people. Then, layer on my mother’s family. After that, a big scoop of Stephen’s mother’s family. Next, throw on a nice thick slab of Stephen’s father and step-mother’s families. The whip cream and cherry on top are all of our friends and co-workers. If this were really an ice cream sundae, I’d be full and bouncing off the walls. Our guest list more than doubled over night. The budget did not. All I have to say about this fiasco is that there might be an evening when you’re traveling on I-20 and your usually comedic fiancé looks at you and asks in a very serious tone, “Why don’t we just hop a plane to Vegas and elope?” Looking back, the melodrama seems hilarious now – it was not so funny at the time. Setting a guest list cap early on will save you a few pounds of stress eating.

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My next revision involves delegating duties. Amid the chaos and excitement of the engagement, it seemed as though every parent, friend and neighbor was eager to start a project or begin researching vendors without asking. You have to realize that you and your fiancé aren’t the only ones thrilled about the big day. Especially if you’re the first in your family to walk down the aisle, this is a major event for everyone who loves you. Not only will feelings be hurt if you don’t include all those eager to help, but you’ll also run into the issue of having two or three people unknowingly working on the same project. Make a list and delegate – politely. If I had it to do over, I wouldn’t have waited until two months before the wedding to clarify who’s doing what. The last thing I would’ve done differently? Invest in plenty of “Thank You” cards, and don’t forget the stamps! This will save you many late night car rides with your adorable fiancé whining, “Do we really have to go to Target again?” The amazing and wonderful thing about all of this, the day Stephen and I exchanged our vows was the most perfect day of my life. The entire celebration was full of laughter, heartfelt speeches, delicious food, tons of dancing and great wine. To this day we still feel like the luckiest people alive to have been surrounded by all that love from our family and friends. The sunshine and low humidity in Houston was just icing on the cake. Although you’re likely to follow my lead at times and deviate from the advice in all those bridal magazines you consumed over the years (and this article), take a moment each day to glance over at your sweetie and thank your lucky stars that he’s in your life. No matter how many times you tell yourself, “Oh man, I should have done that differently,” during your wedding planning journey, you are about to marry your Prince Charming. Nothing else matters. Sláinte! by Meghan McDermott-Roth, mmcdermott@h3-media.com

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P.S. Now, the jury is sti ll out on whether arranging the fittin g, ordering and delivery of seven different shades of purple dresses amo ng bridesmaids living in four differ ent cities was a great idea, but I lik ed it. It was a unique touch. Would I go through that headache again? Ehh, maybe not.

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the Engagement of Kaitlyn Madan & Nathan Mawer A native of Washington State, Kaitlyn Madan told Nathan he couldn’t propose without her family nearby. He popped the question on the beach of Birch Bay, Wash., on August 16, 2009. The two are planning a September 4 wedding in Tyler, near the groom’s hometown of Gladewater.

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Who should the bride enlist to help with registering? Most of the time the bride will come in with her mother or aunt or maid of honor and make her selections. If the groom doesn't want to tag along, still remember it's important to include items for him, as well. How should the bride break up price points? We try to have all price ranges in stock … Different people give different kinds of gifts – some always give a dinner plate, some love to give crystal. Some guests will give something that's not on the registry because they think the bride will remember it more! How does the online registry work? We try to keep an extensive online registry at all times because you never know who is looking! One day I had a lady call in from London ordering for one of our brides …. I also see a lot of orders come through, placed at 9:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m. – online ordering is just more convenient for some people. So, it's a must-have! What is your favorite part about your job? I love working with brides – it's so fun to help them select china patterns and other items. I have been with Louis Morgan IV for three years and honestly, there hasn't been a day where I just didn't want to work. Brides these days have such fun with their registry. Used to, brides would select a five-piece place setting of one pattern. But now, brides have learned that it's OK to mix patterns and lines … It's interesting to see what they put together!

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the Wedding of Mr. & Mrs. Sean Conner Katherine Turner and Sean Conner married May 22, 2010, at Villa di Felicitá in Tyler, Texas. The couple selected Edible Art from Longview to provide the cake for their special day and CMB Productions from Palestine provided DJ entertainment for guests during the reception.

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Bake and Take If there is one dish that has plagued me my whole life, it is Granny Fearing's Baked Beans. As a little boy in Eastern Kentucky, I couldn't even see over the counter of my grandmother's kitchen, but I could smell these baked beans when they came out of the oven on the counter resting. It just drove me crazy! The smell of the sweet baked beans and the bacon … I can almost smell it now. As an adult, I started to make her recipe and take it to parties because baked beans are a great portable food. And, I'm not kidding,

every summer event we do outside, from pool parties to block parties and picnics – everyone expects to see Granny Fearing's Baked Beans

every single time. They're a hit! I have kept Granny Fearing's original recipe because it's truly perfect. The only thing I have added since moving to Texas is a little spice. In Eastern Kentucky, they don't spice too many things up, but I've discovered and developed a true Texas palate. We just like a little more zing, so I add in a dash of red pepper flakes for a Texas twist to Granny Fearing's Baked Beans. I am almost always a make-it-from-scratch kind of chef, and you can do that with these – make up a batch of navy beans and follow the recipe from there. However, this is one fantastic recipe that is an exception to my own rule of using fresh ingredients. Granny

Fearing used canned pork and beans and not only does that make it an easy, easy dish to make – this recipe is a true Southern classic!

The beauty of this dish – and what makes it portable and perfect for summer parties – is that, after the beans are baked, they congeal into that thick texture so it doesn't spill out of your dish. You just bake them up in a pot or an iron skillet or ceramic dish, and then you just cover and bring the whole thing with you. Another great portable, showstopping food for summer parties is a crisp. Fearing's pastry chef Jill Bates has a fantastic recipe … I can never resist a piece when Jill makes her crisps. This dessert is easy because it requires few ingredients and works well with most any fruit – Jill's recipe calls for blueberries. I prefer to use the fruit that is at the peak of its season. In summer, that means blueberries, peaches, cherries, apricots (most of the stone fruits I talked about last issue.) A crisp is so easy to bake and take, and then serve

it up with some homemade vanilla ice cream or vanilla bean ice cream – that just screams summertime fun! Peaches are my personal favorite in the summer, and you guys in East Texas have access to lots of fresh peaches.

If you want to bring the temperature down for a lighter, more refreshing summer dish, try one of the best and easiest summer salad recipes. Dice up a fresh, ripe watermelon and mix it in with fresh arugula. Top with crumbled feta cheese and a simple Italian vinaigrette, and you have a delicious dish ready in minutes – with just four ingredients! To add some kick, give a good couple of turns of fresh cracked black pepper and a dash of salt, a necessity in most of my dishes. To pick out a nice, ripe watermelon, I love the “thump test.” True “thump experts” say that a perfectly ripe watermelon will thump a B-flat note, but I can't tell a B-flat from a hole in the ground … I go by the simpler rule: a ripe melon will sound hollow when you thump it. If you still aren't comfortable having your ears be the judge, go by looks. A ripe watermelon should be symmetrical, free of bruises, heavy and have a cream-colored ground spot where it sat to ripen. If watermelons aren't the apple of your eye, there are plenty of tasty alternatives! Substitute the watermelon with pitted cherries, peaches or plums – shoot, the list could go on! If you can't tell, I'm a big fan of stone fruits in the summertime. Cantaloupe, tomatoes or cucumbers can also work well with this concept. Just take a trip down to the local farmers' market and pick out the freshest version of your favorite fruit and toss it in this quick summer salad. I promise, you won't be disappointed! One of my most favorite aspects of cooking every single day is the experimentation that goes along with it. You cannot be afraid to try new foods, new methods or new combinations. Sure, sometimes you may want to feed it to the dog, but more often than not I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised with your new concoction. Visit BSCENEMAG.COM to learn how to make Granny Fearing's Baked Beans and Jill's Blueberry Crisp!

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DINING GUIDE OLIVETO ITALIAN BISTRO Meet. Eat. Unwind. Come visit Tyler’s newest Italian Bistro! With a Tuscan-inspired Italian menu and a blazing hot Woodstone® oven, Oliveto has people talking. Not to mention we offer a selection of 20 wines under $25 … Come see what all the buzz is about! 3709 Troup Hwy Tyler, TX • 903.581.2678 olivetobistro.com Catering available for any event!

BREAKERS: A SEAFOOD JOINT At Breakers, we strive to bring the delightful California atmosphere to life as Tyler’s Finest Seafood House. Leave the white tablecloth at home and be ready for something unique when you come through the doors – Breaker’s is much more than your typical seafood house. Whether you are grabbing some fish tacos for lunch or one of our hand-selected Live Maine Lobsters, you will not be disappointed. Breakers brings you top-quality seafood with a fun, west coast twist. If fish isn’t on your mind, come try our “Big Breaker Burger” or simply relax with a cocktail at our full-service bar. 5106 Old Bullard Road • Tyler, TX 75701 903.534.0161 • breakerstyler.com Hours of Operation: MON – FRI 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. SAT Noon – 10 p.m. SUN Noon – 9 p.m.

CHEZ BAZAN This second generation, family-owned/operated bakery is much more than a great place to share a simply delicious pastry, gourmet coffee and mouthwatering cake. Chez Bazan offers stellar catering services and truly innovative cake and pastry design to accompany their unparalleled bakery and café – all presented in metropolitan style, without losing the friendliness and incomparable service. And, don’t forget about their delicious lunch menu! Café Hours: M-Sat. 11a.m. – 2p.m. Bakery Hours: M-F 7a.m. – 6p.m., Sat. 8a.m.-4p.m. Closed Sundays 5930 Old Bullard Rd. • Tyler, TX • 903.561.9644 chezbazan.com • info@chezbazan.com

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CURRENTS Featured in Texas Monthly! From business lunches on-the-go to larger parties who’ve got the place to themselves, Currents will go the extra mile to ensure every customer feels like a regular returning to their favorite spot … because after the first visit, you will be. We also do wedding receptions, bridal showers and corporate events. 1121 E. Second St., off Fleishel Ave. Tyler, TX • 903.597.3771 • currentstyler.com Lunch menu starting at $7.25 Dinner menu starting at $13.95 Reserve Currents for Your Private Party Today!

THE EGG & I Serving Our Friends Daily in the Bergfeld Center Gourmet coffee, 100 percent pure-squeezed orange juice, generous servings and creative menu items all combine to make a meal at The Egg & I delicious and memorable. Frittatas, omelettes, whole wheat pancakes, waffles and many delicious “non-egg” items fill the breakfast and lunch menus. The same upscale menu is served all day, so if you want an omelette or a specialty frittata for lunch, no problem! The Egg & I takes great pride in offering tasteful, quality food provided by “eggceptional” servers. Meeting room for up to 40 people is available for private gatherings. 105 East 9th Street • Tyler, TX 75701 903.592.EGGS (3447) • theeggandirestaurants.com Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 6a.m. – 2p.m. Sat 6a.m. – 2:30p.m. • Sunday 7a.m. – 2:30p.m.

FEARING'S ‘Elevated American Cuisine – Bold Flavors, No Borders’ Fearing’s, the namesake restaurant of Chef Dean Fearing and No. 1 Hotel Restaurant according to Zagat’s 2009 Top U.S. Hotel, Resorts and Spas Survey. Located in The Ritz Carlton in downtown Dallas, the restaurant itself features seven stylish indoor and outdoor dining settings and an acclaimed farm-to-market seasonal menu. Diners from across the country flock to Dallas to experience his signature dishes: Tortilla Soup, Barbecued Shrimp Tacos, Pan Roasted ‘BBQ Spiced’ Filet with Chicken Fried Maine Lobster, which has been described as a genuine “taste of Texas.” 2121 McKinney Avenue Dallas, TX 75201 214.922.4848 • fearingsrestaurant.com

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Edna Valley Chardonnay “San Luis Obispo County” Bright tropical fruit, fresh peach and green pear mark this fruit-driven Chardonnay. Subtle oak nuances add depth and round out the body with vanilla, caramel and nutmeg. This wine is a perfect complement to chicken salad or fresh grilled salmon. Chateau St. Michelle Reisling “Eroica” This wine exudes mandarin orange and sweet lime aromas, along with flavors with subtle mineral notes. It also pairs well with seafood like the grilled Copper River Salmon, grilled Chilean Sea Bass, seafood salad, and is great with sushi and sashimi. Provenance Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc “Napa Valley” This house favorite shows off layered aromas of white peach, cantaloupe, caramel, vanilla and nutmeg. It’s the quintessential white wine calling for white meats, fragrant salads and pairs well with sushi and sashimi (yellowtail, albacore, escolar).

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DINING GUIDE JAKES TYLER At Jakes, we serve only the finest cuts of Certified Angus Beef. Enjoy our cold water Australian lobster tails, famous crab cakes and fabulous, fresh blue point oysters. Indulge yourself in our decadent desserts. In addition to our main menu, each week Executive Chef Taylor Richey creates a culinary extravaganza of specialty dishes prepared, destined to satisfy the most discriminating palette. Visit our classic curved bar for an impressive selection of fine wines, martinis or your favorite cocktail. BSCENE Magazine Readers’ Choice Best Of 2008 Best Fine Dining BSCENE Magazine Readers’ Choice Best Of 2009 Best Fine Dining, Best Patio, Best Night Life 111 E. Erwin, Downtown Tyler 903.526.0225 • jakestyler.com

JOHNNY’S PIZZA HOUSE Johnny’s Pizza House in Whitehouse is a great destination for the entire family. For top-notch sandwiches, salads or award-winning pizzas like our signature “Sweep the Kitchen” or our brand new hot wings, Johnny’s is the perfect spot! Whether it’s buffet, carryout or delivery, Johnny’s has the boldest flavors and freshest ingredients to make you the perfect pie, every time! 904 Hwy 110 S, Whitehouse 903.839.2322 • johnnys-pizza.com Lunch buffet from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., M-F, Sun Hours of Operation: Sun-Thurs 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Fri-Sat 11 a.m. –11 p.m.

JULIAN’S ASIAN DINER “Stylizing the Classic Martini” 5201 S. Broadway Ave., Times Square Tyler, TX • 903.509.8833 Mon - Wed. 11 a.m. – 10 p. m. Thurs - Sat. 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. Happy Hour! Mon. through Thurs. 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. ilovejulians.com

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ETFB SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM KICKOFF The East Texas Food Bank hosted the Summer Food Service Program official kickoff, June 8 at City Park in Tyler. Mayor Bass attended to kick off the Mayors' Challenge. The Summer Food Service Program includes 39 sites across East Texas sponsored by the Food Bank to provide children with free nutritious meals and snacks during the summer.

Here's the DISH... At BSCENE, we love good food. The pages of our Dining Guide are chock-full of the best restaurants and dishes around. This issue we love... Santa Fe Huevos at The Egg & I “The Egg & I is a regular stop for me, and this is my dish.

Tortillas, black beans, pork green chile, fried eggs, guacamole and other heart-stoppingly good ingredients.” — Will

Brandi Lamberth, Rachel Epperson, Lauren Epperson, Ann Howell, Bob Westbrook, Rosemary McClain, George Green

Yulonda Richard, Kirk Goodman

The Diner's French Toast “My dad used to make French Toast every Saturday morning. The Diner's version takes me right back home.” — Will

Nick Rumbelow, Carley Howard

Butterfly Shrimp at Breaker's “Fried or sautéed, these butterfly shrimp are big and beautiful, and the sides are just as delicious. Who doesn't love corn fritters and sweet potato fries!” — Karli

Wasabi's Panko Fried Oysters

Israel Rivera, Isaac Rivera, Isaiah Rivera

“The consistency is much like fried calamari, but my favorite

part is the sauce … It has a bit of a kick which is a nice surprise.” — Meghan

Lobster Crunch Roll at Shogun “I love sushi, so the question is what don't I love at Shogun! Karl Iracheta, Danielle Cox

Mayor Barbara Bass, Ann Howell

Of the many things I have tried, my personal fave is the Lobster Crunch Roll and the Joy Roll is heavenly!” — Holly

Fearing's Cast-Iron Alaskan Halibut “My

husband and I visited Fearing's in May for our first anniversary and … WOW! The entire meal was a delicious, memorable experience.” — Karli

George Green, Bob Westbrook, Dennis Cullinane

DINING GUIDE SMASHBURGER Smashburger was born to satisfy the modern burger lover by offering the best cooked-to-order burger you have ever tasted and all the good things that go with it. Where smash means we literally smash 100 percent Angus beef at a high temperature to sear in all the juicy burger goodness, and our seasoning blend and fresh toppings take our burgers over the top. Where sizzle means the service is friendly and fast – a place that values your time. Where savor means a place that is modern and cool where you can sit back and enjoy a better burger that doesn’t break the bank. Smash.Sizzle.Savor 3314 Troup Hwy Tyler, TX 75701 903.526.7982

3080 N. Eastman Rd., Ste. 115 Longview, TX 75605 903.663.2319

VILLA MONTEZ At Villa Montez, choose from a menu of the finest, freshest ingredients prepared with care and skill by Executive Chef Carlos Villapudua. Or work with our expert staff to create a catering feast that will ensure your gathering is a smashing success. Our dishes are seasoned with herbs grown in the Villa Montez garden for an unmatched freshness. Dine in one of Tyler’s most beautiful settings, both indoors and out, mixing the magic and glamour of Old Tyler with a progressive, flavor-filled, adventurous menu and a spectacular wine list. 3324 Old Henderson Highway • Tyler 903.592.9696 • villamontez.com Menu starting at $7.99

WASABI SUSHI BAR & ASIAN BISTRO Innovative and original recipes fill the eclectic menu at Wasabi, using only premium quality sushi and exotic fish. Salmon Ceviche, Panko Fried Oysters, Mongolian-Flair Beef and the Tyler TX Roll are just some of the more than 60 Wasabi creations that will delight your tastebuds. A full bar featuring an extensive wine list including Japanese Sake variations will add fireworks to your dining experience. Taste Culture. Now open for lunch and dinner. Behind Lowe’s, Next to Karen Horton 5617 Donnybrook Ave. • Tyler, TX • 903.939.0211 Hours of Operation Sun. – Thurs.: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri. – Sat.: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

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DINING GUIDE THE DINER The Diner on S. Broadway is better than ever! Check out our all-new menu items, including your favorites for healthy eating. We’ve added a meeting room for your small groups with capacity for up to 24 people. The Diner is open from 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sundays. The Diner also offers carryout and catering – just call 903.509.DINE! 7924 S. Broadway Ave. (by Tyler Skateplex) Tyler, TX • 903.509.DINE TheDinerTyler.com

NEWK’S EXPRESS CAFÉ Newk’s serves the best fresh tossed salads, oven baked sandwiches, California-style pizzas and homemade cakes from our open, inviting kitchen. For your next party – of any size – call Newk’s for distinctive, high quality cuisine, exceptional service and a passion for food. Or visit us during lunch or dinner for an express, casual dining experience in a refreshing and stylish atmosphere unlike anywhere else. We also offer a selection of great wines by the glass or bottle. Menus available by fax or email. 3985 Old Jacksonville Hwy Tyler, TX 75701 903.509.4646 (fax) 903.581.7292

110 Texas 281 Loop Longview, TX 75605 903.753.7000 (fax) 903.753.7010

Ra-K'S MEAT MARKET & DELI Handcut Choice Angus Beef Boar's Head Deli Meat & Cheese BBQ Selections Smoked Daily Full Sandwich & Plate Menu 105 E. Main, Downtown Bullard 903.894.6263 Menu starting at $3.99

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Pinots on the Roof We had a dinner a party for 10 at Jakes Tyler in 2008. The Man About Town wrote about it under the title, “It was a night. Oh, what a night it was, it really was. Such a Night!” Well, it was “déjà vu all over again” this spring. But instead of dining inside “under the roof” we dined on the roof, in the open air, at Jakes Chaveta, which is Jakes Tyler’s roof top lounge. It is indeed a premier destination experience. Chaveta is the perfect place to “let your hair down” after a big day at the office or for a romantic dinner for two.

courses successful and fun. She has a real gift for finding creative and interesting ideas for personal enrichment studies, and is like “a junkyard dog” in all the operational details. They have been a super team.

The same exquisite entrees, homemade desserts and fine wines that we have come to expect from Jakes Tyler are available “on the roof!” But there’s more! Chaveta (a tool for chopping tobacco) provides the ultimate in luxury with its red oak crafted humidor drawers with personalized brass plates for rent. Add to this the lengthy list of the finest top shelf Bourbon, Scotch, fine cigars for one’s “puffing pleasures” and you have “Dallas fine dining without the drive.” Alan and Kamla Utz have proven that Jakes Tyler is a place “where only the best will do.”

The before-dinner wine was Ikal; appetizers included Escargot Bourguignon, Black Angus Sliders, Oysters Rockefeller, Seared Tuna and the wine was Kenwood; the Blackberry Salad was paired with Kings Estate Wine; the entrée included Certified Angus Beef Filet Mignon, Pommes Duchesse, a Julianne Vegetable Medley and the wine was Saintsbury; dessert was homemade Blackforest Cake with Caramel Road wine. And to top it all off was the after-dinner wine, which was Morey Saint Denis.

The occasion for another party at Jakes was a TJC “Wines of the World” Continuing Education course and dinner with Dr. Mark Wagstaff, certified sommelier. Dr. Wagstaff, adjunct faculty member, developed the course of study four years ago for the TJC School of Continuing Studies. It has been quite a success with 25-35 folks attending each course. Up to now he has offered classes on a wide variety of related topics including wine from South America, the South of France, Rhone wines, Loire wines, Alsace wines, champagne and wines of the Northwest. This course and dinner focused on Pinot Noirs and included wines from Burgundy, Los Carneros, Russian River, Monterey (California) and Argentina. While the dinners are wonderful and fun, the educational focus is related to the geography, grape characteristics, tasting basics, wine and food pairing, and allows for an open discussion of questions the participants find interesting. Along with Jakes Tyler, which has hosted several different courses; Caffè Tazza, Mario’s, Bernard Mediterranean, and Villa Montez have graciously hosted past events and provided excellent meals and service. Paige Parrish, TJC Program Development Manager for Community Service courses has been Dr. Wagstaff's “right arm” for making the

Kamla Utz, Chef Taylor Richey and the waitstaff all went the extra mile to make this dinner party a fabulous hit. The menu, with wines, was gastronomically perfect. All of the wines studied in the course were represented on the menu.

Down to every detail, Mark’s teaching, Paige’s attention to detail and Jakes Chaveta’s excellence put the evening “over-the-top” while “on-the-roof” watching the sunset over the downtown square. Yet again, “It was a night. Oh, what a night it was, it really was. Such a Night!” Listen, it is not by accident that Jakes Tyler received the 2009 BSCENE Readers' Best Of Award for Best Fine Dining, Best Patio (Chaveta) and Best Night Life. It’s safe to say, that the 27 folks who took Dr. Wagstaff’s “Wines of the World” that night, went home having been wined, dined and educated by the best. You should try!

“So if you’re out and about, look for us; we’ll be about town.”

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT This summer, stay cool with one of the delicious and refreshing beverages served up by the expert staff at Tyler’s Caffe Tazza!

1 Orange Granita

A specialty concocted in-house, a granita is a traditional Italian interpretation of the ‘icee.’ This soon-to-be summer standby is infused with citrus and iced to a revitalizing and silky texture.

2 Iced Coffee

Already an established favorite among morning warriors heading to the office as well as people just looking to relax on Caffè Tazza’s patio, this cool treat is an invigorating rush.

3 Velluto

A wonderful balance of rich chocolate and coffee flavors combine in this smooth, iced drink to convey both an energizing frostiness and welcome break from the traditional milkshake or smoothie.

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DINING GUIDE SHOGUN More than Dinner ... It’s entertainment for the whole evening! Shogun Japanese Steakhouse offers more than dinner. At Shogun, you’ll get a dining experience – an extensive sushi menu, drink specials and unique live-hibachi grill tables. Whether you’re indoors or outside on our brand new patio, dining at Shogun is an experience the whole family is sure to enjoy. Walk-ins Welcome, Reservations Recommended. Shogun #1 5515 S. Broadway 903.534.1155

Shogun #2 3521 S. Broadway 903.561.9890

DANIEL BOONE’S Daniel Boone’s Bean & Burger serves up hearty, delicious country-style food seven days a week. From steaks and burgers, to wings, salads and all-you-can-eat catfish (Wednesday nights, all day Friday and Sunday) this gem boasts a wide-ranging menu that guarantees something for everyone. And remember, kids eat free Monday and Tuesday nights, and Saturday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The bar in back has four large flatscreens and is open for happy hour from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. during the week and all day Saturday and Sunday. Next to Albertson’s 903.595.2228 • danielboones.net Sun-Thurs. 11 a.m. – 9p.m. • Fri-Sat 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

SALSARITA’S At Salsarita’s, you can create a delicious made-to-order meal prepared fast and right before your eyes in a fun and energetic environment. Choose from burritos, nachos, taco salads, tortilla-crust pizzas and more made with your choice of a wide variety of fresh ingredients including four signature salsas! Salsarita’s offers great flavor, value and hospitality to dine-in and carryout guests as well as to off-site clients through their convenient catering service. Eat more. Get More. 3316 Troup Hwy • Tyler, TX 75701 Phone: 903.593.1100 • Fax: 903.593.1113 Catering: 903.504.4917 Open Daily from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

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OPERA EAST TEXAS KALEIDOSCOPE GALA Opera East Texas held the Eighth Annual Kaleidoscope Gala at Pinecrest Country Club, June 4. The Longview event featured a musical spectacular for guests in attendance by local and principal stars. The annual premier event launches the summer opera and serves as a prime fundraiser for Opera East Texas.

Jan Forester, Jennifer Calk, Lori Osborne, Mary Murdoch

Kay & Lee Pigeon

D.M. Edwards, Derrith & Bob Bondurant

Don Talley, Jim Calk

Susan Gardner, Terry Owens

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“Cast your bread on the waters.” This reference to Ecclesiastes belongs inside a Sunday School class or perhaps in a discussion about good deeds. But it was said in a pizza house, discussing the importance of serving the community between sips of Dr. Pepper. Johnny’s Pizza House owner Richard Griffin casts a different type of bread, available in deep-pan crust or beneath pepperoni and anchovies. But the restaurant’s value of serving others cannot be buried, even under their legendary “Sweep the Kitchen” pizza. “That’s what’s best about the pizza business,” Griffin said. “It succeeds best when it’s unselfish. When you give to the community, it seems to give back. That’s the history of the Griffin family.” The history of Johnny’s began in Louisiana in 1967, as a humble pizza house with three parking spots across from a local college. Now a franchise can be found on the edge of Whitehouse across from a strip of picturesque East Texas trees. “Everyone always says, ‘We’re so glad you’re a part of the Whitehouse community,’” Betty Griffin said. “We want to be glad we’re a part of this community, too. We know the importance of being part of a community.” From dinners for the Whitehouse High School Band to Jacksonville softball teams, Johnny’s has expressed its love for the community. “We turned the restaurant over to the Whitehouse band and band parents and then we dedicated a percentage of the earnings back to them,” Richard Griffin said. “We’re partners with the community and we love to partner with organizations to put on functions. And we’re willing to dedicate some proceeds back to the organization. We can do that for Sunday Schools, churches, Boy Scout troops or anyone.” And Johnny’s extends its love for the community beyond the Whitehouse city limits. “We want to be part of Tyler, too,” Griffin said. “We chose Tyler because of the great medical facilities here. And we thought that the restaurant is just two stoplights from the loop, so the people of Tyler may want to come out to a quiet place without getting stuck in traffic on Loop 69. You can get to Johnny’s and back quicker than fighting traffic!” “And it’s the best pizza,” Betty Griffin adds with an assuring smile. Their “Sweep the Kitchen” pizza has swept customers off their boots and onto Johnny’s homey picnic tables and booths many-a-meal. The dish offers 11 of the finest ingredients selected by founder Johnny Huntsman. “One of my favorites is the ‘Sweep the Kitchen’ without the peppers,” Richard Griffin said. “Everyone who tries it usually raves about it. You can take out or substitute any of the 11 ingredients to suit your taste buds. And because of the many ingredients, one pizza will feed the whole family.” Throwing back to its Louisiana roots, Johnny’s also offers “Sweep the Swamp,” better known as the Kajun Pizza, with spicy crawfish, crab and jalapenos. “With these pizzas, we try to encourage people to call ahead on their way home from work,” Griffin said. “We’ll have your pizza ready at the drive-thru window and then supper is done.” Supper is done and for Johnny’s Pizza house, the bread is cast. BS CENEMAG.CO M

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Zoe Lawhorn, Cadie Johnson, Sarah Newburn

Blake Bengtson, Stacy & Todd Bengtson, Reed Bengtson, Grant Bengtson

Shelby Burkett, Jessica Willett

Andy Wells, Liz Ballard

Kimberly Sikes, Shannon Cooper

Holly Burke, Kamala Scammahorn

Meghan McDermott-Roth, Mitzi Hardee, Kelly Haney

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(clockwise) Murval leopard duffle, $95, Katie’s • Maxx straw tote, $129, Mary V’s by Shelby • Pink tote, $20; initial patch, $5, The Potpourri House • J Garden makeup case, $23, Neon Dirt • Fold-up striped tote, $17, The Potpourri House • Flora Bella Sedona black tote, $245, shown with Tropical glitter luggage tag, $20, Susan Robinson Jewelry

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Save the Date! The Junior League of Tyler, Inc. presents

Flurries on the Fairway Golf Ball Drop in conjunction with Mistletoe & Magic

Monday, Aug. 2 Hollytree Country Club 5:30 p.m. $20 per person $18 - 1 chance • $25 - 3 chances $100 - 12 chances Grand Prize • Costa Rican Luxury Marriott Resort Getaway

Enjoy 6 nights at the JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa in Tamarindo or the Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort in Playa Herradura. This event is open to the public. For ticket information, please call the Junior League of Tyler at (903) 595-5426.

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Co-Chairs Meredith Roberts and Laura Corbett welcomed patrons at the 2010 Cattle Barons’ Gala LI ES C O M E T O on June 13, at The Park of East Texas. Guests donned cowboy boots, hats and pearl snap shirts for this year’s theme: Pickups and Pearlsnaps. Proceeds raised from the Gala benefit the American Cancer Society to fund cancer research, advocacy, prevention and for programs providing services and assistance for those with cancer in East Texas. The event kicked off with the private Barons’ Reception in the Wells Fargo Auction tent. Gates opened for the public at 7 p.m. with delicious food by Eddie Dean Catering and air-conditioned tents provided by R & K Distributors for guests to enjoy a break from the heat. Some of the evening’s events included a performance by the TJC Apache Bells, live and silent auctions, mechanical bull rides, chance drawings and casino games. Guests enjoyed entertainment by Kristen Kelly and the Modern Day Drifters and an amazing concert by headliner Lee Ann Womack.

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Christi Erickson, Kathy Winn

Collin Shull, Larry Stokes

Rosemary Tarmley, Mandi Fisher, Ginnie Baldridge

Sharilyn Oliver, Mark Matthews

Carol & Cary Byrd

Dorian Rogé, Christine Sigmon

Kristi & Kyle Payne

Robin & Mike Rowan

Kristen Kelly & The Modern Day Drifters

Debbie & Kerry Kindle

Linda Sharpe, Drs. Rita & Clayton Allen

Kelly & Pat Trilly, Stephanie & Barry Talley

Beth & Steve Bergeron

Judy & Charles Hill

Claire & Leonard Leifer

Robell Tocruray, Jeremy Mobley

Megan Adcock, Jennifer Watkins

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Kim Rowden, Maggie Rowden, Ashley Rowden, Harrison Rowden, Michael Rowden, Pam & Dustin Schrock Meghan McDermott-Roth & Stephen Roth, Will Knous, Marshall Garrett Barry, Sonya York, Leslie Braswell, Angie & Tommy Day, Karli & John Hetherington

Dawn Leatherwood, John Anna Hopffner

Chalease & Matt Denson

Erica Hallmark, Libby Simmons, Jacqueline Cavender

Scott Reed, Libby Berry

Laurie Ann Frank, Gillian Sheridan, Liz Ballard

Pam & Gerry Hall Jeannette & Scott Lamb, Dr. Roshni & Madhu Rao

Janet & Dennis Phillips

Ali & Jason Isham

Sandy Stewart, Jo Beth McCurry

Beth & Paul Fisher, Becky Steph, Anita Hughes

Lisa Espinoza, Kayla Hensley

Claire Cozad, Jennie Ables

Michelle Denson, Tony Boykin, Sheri Thorton, Stacy Roark, Josh Betts

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Dr. Jenni & Jason Holman, Cadie Johnson, Nic Nuñez Mundo Villapudua, Carlos Villapudua, Kay Caserta, Micheal Jones

Linda & Jim Denson

Kathy & Mac Woods

Mark Roberts, Terri & Art Roberts

Libby & Steve Simmons

Kim Russell, Joan Andrews

Dr. Jeanette Deas Calhoun, Karen & Clyde Sanders

Nick Pirkle, Dana Skillman

Christine & Todd Sigmon, Marty & Glenn Wiggins

Nicole Robbins, Sara Ormsby

Jan & Dean Childres

Tommie & Bill Smith, Kimberly Green

Amy & Jim Cunningham

Brandon Ingram, Claire Cannan

Charles Walker, Brenda Simmons

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Angela Malone, Julia Foster

Kelli & Blake Armstrong

Christi & Fred Khalaf, Allison & Jason Moore

Heather Pickett, Liz Ballard

Jayme Fitzpatrick, Amanda Habermehl, Jennifer Watkins

Performance by Lee Ann Womack

Ginger Terry, Camille Brown

Kelley & Jerry Woolverton, Amber Newport

Jenna & Allen Lewis

Will Knous, Meghan McDermott-Roth & Stephen Roth

Linda & Dr. Aubrey Sharpe, Martha & Mac Griffith, Drs. Rita & Clayton Allen

Heather & James Murphy

Judy & Charles Hill, Mayor Barbara Bass, Mila Hightower

Suzie & Reed Rippy, Leslie & Perry Thompson

Brenda & Dean Cagle

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Dina Heithoff, Sharon Starwalt, Jenny Sloane, Allison Conlee, Edie Heinicke

Beth Ann Bruce, Linda Diederich, Renee Burnell

Karen Holloman, Noble Wilson

Kim & Eddie Updike

Dr. Bill Brown, Carla Phillips, Debbie Brown

Meredith & Mark Roberts

B.J. & Clayton Vickers, Erin Lavender

Sharon Wren, Jennifer Harris

Edie Heinicke, Jenny Sloan

Ashley Baker, Theresa Bluhm

Renee McMillen, Justin Neal

Sonya Vaughan, Su Holder, Mary Ellen Hugus

Kelvin Burrell, Erin Kelly

Mary & Bob Irwin

Michele Reese, Hayley Wielgus

Karli & John Hetherington, Mary Parker, Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ndrea Houston

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Trudy & Jeff Williams

Courtney Lowery, Jennifer Hines Ginger Haberle, Laurie Ann Frank, Meredith Roberts, Stacey Hiles, Andy Wells, Terri Smith

Jessica & Scott Cantwell

Shelley & Waterson Calhoun

Leslie Braswell, Angie Day, Holly Head

Ashley Williams, Keith McIntyre

Lynne Short, Ingrid Young

Theresa Bluhm, Misti Welch, Andrea Riley, Kelly Watson

Nicolette Jones, Neal Billups, LaToya Young

Katie & Eric Lowe

Craig Dickerson, Kim Gillard

Sarah & Jonathon Santone, Shelbi & Chris Joy

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Lisa & Jerry Jones

Cindy & Tom Rudd

Jayme Fitzpatrick, Tonya Boozer, Wendy Farmer, Kelli Armstrong, Leslie Watson

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Tonya Boozer, Holly Burke, Wendy Farmer, Ginger Haberle, Julie Gibson, Amy Walters

Candy & Randy Conant, Karen Padrucco

Robin Swink, Heather & Clay Eiland

Treva & Art Roberts

Sandie & Homer Dickey, Wendy & Brent Chadwick

Performance by Lee Ann Womack

Brigettee Henderson, Terri Self, Letha Tullos

Karen & Bob Wollard

Cindy Brady, Lyndy Frost, Shelley Calhoun

Stan Frank, Jack Skeen, Cathy Krafve

Dana & Greg Kelly, Sonya York

Tamber & Scott Reiley

Jimmy Kay, Sky Gerdel

Mitzi Hardee, Amie Wilson

Misty & Jody Watson, Stacye French

Stacey & Clay Thompson, Kim & Coty Carnes

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Jeannette & Scott Lamb, Dr. Roshni & Madhu Rao

Pam Phillips, Tina Hoffmeyer, Tina & David Christian

Connie Jackson, Anne Pollock

Cathy Krafve, Jenny Clark

Brian Nail, Gus Sanchez, Jeff Nash

Sheila Rambo, Jeff Hale

Dawn Olivas, Amy McMahan

Kathy & Robert Eckeberger, Cathy & Johnny Brown

Cindy & Bernard Millette

Claire & Leonard Leifer, Renee Baker

Debra & Bruce Dowden

Leslie Harrison, Christy Cade, Holly Cade

March & Steve Ferguson, Dr. Laura & Kevin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Halloran

Carissa & Shane Fisher, Lana Thomas

Ellen & Mike Parish

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EAST TEXAS’ SOCIAL EVENTS CALENDAR FEATURING ALL OF THE CELEBRATIONS, SENSATIONS & INVITATIONS THAT ARE THE TALK OF THE TOWN. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SHOWCASING MORE OF THE CHARITABLE EVENTS, WORKS AND WONDERS THAT ARE MAKING SUCH A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY AND BEYOND.

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Children's Village Annual Charity Horse Show 9am-5pm at the Tyler Saddle Club Arena. Visit childrensvillageoftexas.org or contact Kathy Steinocher at 903.592.3421 for more information.

The Chuck Gregory Annual Memorial Charity Boat Run benefiting Camp Tyler. Visit camptyler.org or call 903.565.4475 for info.

Bikers Rule for School will help PATH collect school supplies. For more information visit facebook.com/bikersruleforschool or contact Gunny More at 903.530.9215.

Kids Magic Show provided by Tyler Jaycees at the REL HS Auditorium. For more information visit tylerjaycees.org or contact John Palmisano at 903.597.4787.

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First Baptist Church Tyler – South Campus is hosting the Kyle Lake Foundation Memorial Soccer Camp for boys and girls entering grades 1-9. For more info, visit kylelake.org or contact Tracy Stewart at 903.561.5050.

BBB presents a Networking Luncheon at Traditions in Tyler. RSVP at info@easttexas. bbb.org or call 903.581.5888.

AUGUST 4

Chamber Small Business Breakfast at the Courtyard by Marriott on S. Broadway. For more information call 903.592.1661x236.

Literacy Council of Tyler’s Annual Corporate Spelling Bee at Harvey Hall. Tickets are $20 and tables can be reserved. Visit lcotyler.org/bee.htm for more info.

Quarterly Membership Luncheon will host the East Texas Kick Off Luncheon. For more information and location contact Henry Bell at 903.592.1661x230.

Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Habitat for Humanity Smith County from 5-7pm. Come for food, fun, business networking and drawing giveaways.

SEPTEMBER 1

Career Expo and Online Virtual Job Fair at Tyler Rose Garden. For more information visit kltv.com or contact Rodney Allison at 903.757.5588x20.

Business After Hours will be hosting Festival on the Square at Rick's. This is a business networking event you do not want to miss! For more information, call 903.592.1661x230.

LONGVIEW JULY 13,20,27

Snake Encounters at Longview Library. For more info call Monica Wood at 903.237.1345 or visit Longviewlibrary.com.

22-25

“Repeats Are Neat” threeday consignment sale at the Longview Fairgrounds. Visit repeatsareneat.com for more information.

John Garbutt presents a program about the Texas State Railroad at the Longview Public Library. For more details, call 903.237.1345.

23-25

ArtsView Children's Theatre presents “The Big Bad Musical,” a spin off of many classic Fairy Tales. For tickets and times call 903.236.7535.

Longview Public Library presents Toddler Story Time every Tuesday for ages 2-4. For more information contact Monica Wood at 903.237.12345.

Ballroom Dancing Lessons at First Christian Church. Visit mjsdancing.com or call 903.806.8202 for info.

13,8/10

Doc Thompson will give a presentation to the East Texas Flyer Fishers at Johnny Cace’s Seafood Restaurant. For more information visit easttexasflyfishers.org.

Clowns of Joy perform at Longview Public Library. For more information visit longviewlibrary.com or contact Monica Wood at 903.237.1345.

15-8/1

Texas Shakespeare Fest presents “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Learned Ladies,” “Two Gentlemen of Verona” and “Two by Two.” Each play will be performed on multiple dates and times at the Van Cliburn Auditorium. For more information visit texasshakespeare.com.

Kilgore Historical Preservation presents “Shake Rattle & Roll” performing under the oil derricks in downtown Kilgore. For more information visit khpf.org.

15-29

Longview Public Library will show a youth afternoon movie every Thursday. For more information or movie schedules stop by the Youth Desk, call 903.237.1345 or visit longviewlibrary.com.

Longview Public Library presents Rebecca Cowart from Stuido II. For more info visit longviewlibrary.com.

19-20,8/2-12

Learn to Swim at the Longview Swim Center and Ingram Pool. For more information contact Katy Puga at 903.237.1270.

24,8/28

Join Promociones Rojas, Inc., at Maude Cobb for an unforgettable performance of Mexican culture. Get more info at visitlongviewtexas.com. BBB presents a Networking Luncheon at the Jalapeño Tree. RSVP at info@easttexas.bbb.org or call 903.581.5888.

Magic & Multicultural Books program at the Longview Public Library. Contact Monica Wood at 903.237.1345 for more information.

Teen Anime Prom hosted by he Longview Public Library – perfect for any teen who loves Japanese Anime and Manga. There will be Asian treats, contests, and a few surprises. Costumes welcome! For more information contact Monica Wood.

30-8/1

Great Texas Balloon Race with live concerts, vendors and a balloon glow. For more information contact Elaine Reynolds at downtown@longviewtx.com.

Martial Arts Demonstration by Longview Taekwondo Academy at the Longview Public Library. Contact Monica Wood at 903.237.1345 for info.

31-8/1

Longview Kennel Club Dog Show will be hosting their AKC Dog Show and Obedience and Rally Trail at the Maude Cobb Activity Center. For more information contact Kathryn Beard at 903.636.5059 903.636.5059.

AUGUST 6

Donate your old children's clothes to the Asbury House Donations and Garage sale at the First United Methodist Church. For more information contact Pat by email at pcastleberry@longviewfumc.org.

ArtsView Children’s Theatre presents, “Pirates! The Musical!” Don’t miss this mighty adventure. For tickets and more information call 903.236.7535.

Delta Waterfowl Annual fundraiser at the Maude Cobb Activity Center. For more information or to purchase tickets contact Billy J. Miller at 903.746.5644.

Longview Regional Medical Center presents the Healthy Woman Anniversary Event. Free Health Fair & Expo from 4:306:30pm and a Dinner and Guest Speaker at 6:30pm. For more information visit longviewregional.com or call 903.242.3400.

Party in the Park hosted by The House of Disciples at Teague Park. Everyone is invited! For more information contact jennjenn@houseofdisciples.com.

Dog Days of Summer presented by the City of Longview Parks and Recreation For more information contact the Parks and Recreation department at 903.237.1270.

Tiempos Locos Car Club and Presario Productions car show at the Maude Cobb Convention Center. For more information contact Michael Starling at 903.445.9977.

Senior Citizen Extravaganza at the Longview Exhibit Building. For more information contact Shirley Gage at sgage@ci.longview.tx.us.

Career Expo and Online Virtual Job Fair at Maude Cobb Activity Center. For more information visit kltv.com or contact Rodney Allison at 903.757.5588x20.

Longview Museum of Fine Art’s biggest annual fundraiser: Casino Night. Themed “Togas and Tuxes,” the night will be filled with gaming, food, raffles and auctions. For more information contact Renee Hawkins at 903.753.8103.

SEPTEMBER 9

Greater Longview United Way Annual Campaign Kickoff. For more information contact Donna Mahurin at 903.758.0191.

NACOGDOCHES JULY 13

The SFA School of Theatre will be performing “Beauty and the Beast” at the W.M. Turner auditorium. For more information call 1.888.240.ARTS.

16-17

The SFA School of Theatre presents “Side by Side” Musical Revue at the W.M. Turner Auditorium. For more information call 1.888.240.ARTS.

Old School-New School at Fuddruckers every third Saturday, weather permitting. For more details , go to visitnacogdoches.org.

15-9/8

Eat at Nick’s Italian Cafe every wednesday to show your support of the LISD Foundation. For more information visit lindalechamber.org.

13-9/7

FitSTEPS for Life every Mon, Wed, Fri at First United Methodist Church of Lindale. FitSTEPS for Life allows cancer survivors to come together for exercise and therapy. For more information contact Matt Ebert at 903.561.0149 or visit fitstepsforlife.org.

AUGUST 9-9/6

Dine at Chili’s Lindale the first Monday of every month to support the Lindale ISD Foundation. For more details visit lindalechamber.org.

Rugby 1010 at Nacogdoches Public Library includes instruction from the winning SFA Rugby team for kids age 11-18. Call 936.559.2970 to register.

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Mid Morning Coffee at Golden Chick. For more information visit hendersontx.com.

Lamp-light Theatre presents “How to Eat Like A Child.” For more information visit lamplitetheatre.org or call 936.564.8300.

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AUGUST

East Texas Sacred Harp Convention celebrates their 155th anniversary at the Henderson Community Center. For details visit hendersontx.com.

6-7

Team Motorjam presents the Fourth Annual Great Texas Mud Race. Visit teammotorjam.com for info.

8/10

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8/14

Come out to Downtown Square for the First Saturday Cruise Night Car Show from. Visitnacogdoches.org for info.

7,10,13,15

SFA music faculty and guest artist present Chamber Music in the Pines. “Something Old,” “Something New,” “Something Borrowed” and “Something Blue” will be performed in the Wright Music Building. Call 1.888.240.ARTS for info.

13,9/10

Bring your bike or hot rod for Lugnutz Sports Bar and Grill or “Hot Harley Nite” sponsored by Texas Thunder Harley Davidson. All bikes are welcome! For more information visit lugnutzsportsbar.com.

Support local artists by attenting the PineKnot Music Co-Op at Millard’s Crossing Historic Village, featuring many local artists. Visit pineknotmusic.com for more info.

LINDALE JULY 12-9/10

Texas Rose Horse Park Barrel Racing every Tuesday. For info more info, visit texashorsepark.com or call 903.882.8696.

New Teacher Reception for Rusk County. For details visit hendersontx. com. Texas Bluebird Society presents the Bluebird Symposium at the Henderson Civic Center. For more information visit texasbluebirdsociety.org.

JACKSONVILLE

7/13

Hazel Tilton Park hosts Kids Day, with tons of fun activities. For more details visit jacksonvilletexas.com.

7/14-17

48th Annual Tops in Texas Rodeo at the Rodeo Arena. The theme for this years Rodeo is “Tough Enough to Wear Pink.” For more details visit jacksonvilletexas.com.

7/16

For some old-fashion fun come participate in the Watermelon Spitting Contest at Atwoods. For more details visit jacksonvilletexas.com.

7/17

Jr. Rodeo for Exceptional Kids will be held at the Rodeo Arena. For more details visit jacksonvilletexas.com.

9/3-6

Mud Creek Off Road Park will be hosting the Labor Day Luau. For more information visit mudcreekoffroadpark.com.

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DJ Keno............................................................. THE VENUE Roger Creager............................THE ELECTRIC COWBOY Toadies, The Papers.......................................... THE VENUE Amy Adams & Company........................................ RICK'S Linda Heatley...................................................KE CELLARS Gary Kyler..................................................................JAKE'S Adam Lamar-Ryan Davis.......................... XL’N ON FIFTH Davis Lane.................................................WHERE’S RUFUS Eyes Burn Electric, thelastplaceyoulook........ THE VENUE Dustin Becker............................................................ JAKES Patrick James................................................... JAVA JAMS Something Blue......................................................... JAKES The Magills . .....................................................KE CELLARS Janus, My Darkest Day, Hingebound............ THE VENUE Amy Adams & Company........................ COYOTE SAM'S Kid Icarus Open Mic Night.............................. THE VENUE DJ Rufus............................................................. THE VENUE DJ Keno............................................................. THE VENUE Grant Cook......................................................KE CELLARS Danny Burgess.................................................KE CELLARS The Vehicle Reason (unplugged)................... THE VENUE Dustin Becker............................................................JAKE'S Amy Adams & Company........................................ RICK'S Scotty G............................................................KE CELLARS Manny Trevin..................................................... THE VENUE Mike King...................................................................JAKE'S Ramoth Gilead................................................ JAVA JAMS Darren Cable & the Upscale Band...............KE CELLARS Whiskey Myers................................................... THE VENUE Kid Icarus Open Mic Night.............................. THE VENUE DJ Rufus............................................................. THE VENUE Remembering Amnesia ................................KE CELLARS DJ Keno............................................................. THE VENUE David Grace...............................THE ELECTRIC COWBOY Granger Smith................................................... THE VENUE Linda Heatley...................................................KE CELLARS Amy Adams & Company........................................ RICK'S Scotty G.....................................................................JAKE'S Josh Langston...........................................WHERE’S RUFUS Mike King..........................................................KE CELLARS The American Tragedy, Truffala Tree............ THE VENUE Mike Harper...................................................... JAVA JAMS Patrick James............................................................JAKE'S Teazur................................................................. THE VENUE Nightwork Jazz.................................................KE CELLARS

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The 2010 Annual Rose Sunday ceremony at the Tyler Rose Garden Center honored the city's rose industry. East Texans and Texas Rose Festival participants attended the event emceed by Walter Wilhelmi. The Grace Community School String Ensemble provided musical entertainment and Queen Mary-Lawson Bracken Walden helped kickoff the event.

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ight-year-old Stacy Dupree sat alone in her room. Each sound of laughter and every note strummed a stinging reminder that her older sisters, Chauntelle and Sherri, wouldn’t let her into their band. Determined to make a place for herself in the group, Stacy wrote a song of her own. And the journey that follows takes the Dupree family of eight on the ride of their lives. A roller coaster of ups on tour and downs in relationships, that zigs from a tour with Coldplay and zags right onto Warner Bros. Records and brings the members of EISLEY right back home to East Texas to regroup before hopping on the next ride.

EISLEY is four siblings: Chauntelle Dupree D’Agostino (28, guitar), Sherri Dupree Bemis (26, guitar, vocals), Weston Dupree (24, drums), Stacy Dupree (21, keys, vocals) and cousin Garron Dupree (20, bass). There are two other (also musically inclined) siblings that were too young to be part of Eisley in the beginning, but now Christie Dupree (20) and Collin Dupree (16) are making music of their own and will serve as the opening act for Eisley’s summer tour. None of the band members have ever taken any type of instrument or voice lessons. “We couldn’t really afford lessons, so we just kind of taught ourselves,” Sherri said. Chauntelle picked up the guitar at age 15. Stacy was already writing songs at 8 years old. With group of siblings so musicallyinclined, one can only assume they are the product of musicians. Matter of fact, Kim and Boyd Dupree are the parents to 4/5 of Eisley, and Boyd and his brother (father of the remaining 1/5) played in a band together back in their heyday. As products of the ’60s and ’70s, they were raised in an epic era of music – The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Pink Floyd … this style and their love for music has influenced their children’s lives more than anything. “Music has been a huge part of our lives … Because we were home schooled (which is kind of dorky for people nowadays), we weren’t stuck in different classrooms. It was a completely great environment to cultivate this whole musical thing at a young age,” Sherri shared. “We always had great music around,” Stacy said, “We had early Beatles roots. I think those took hold and soaked in before we

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could get tainted [by modern pop culture]." In a way only über-close siblings can do, the group finished each other’s sentences throughout the interview. “Some of the first stuff we started listening to after we grew out of the country & western phase – which if you live in Texas you can’t avoid … Radiohead, Third Eye Blind, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, obviously,” Sherri finished. The country and western music the Duprees grew up on isn’t the same as today’s country music scene. “The Judds and The Forester Sisters [were] very into harmony and melody,” Weston explained, which is the essence of Eisley’s music. The sisters harmonize flawlessly and the melodies carry you into a world that is uniquely theirs, but one they are willing to tell you all about through their music. Stacy and Sherri are the main songwriters and lyricists. Between the two of them, they said they have written hundreds of songs through the years. “We listened to a lot of The Cranberries when we first started writing and they wrote darksounding pop songs and I think the idea … really took root in us,” Sherri shared with her followers on a web post. As for her biggest influence, she said it is, hands down, Paul McCartney. “He never wrote a bad melody … The melody is always most important to me and usually comes first. If you’re not singing a good melody, who wants to listen to what you’re saying?” While Stacy said she is constantly creating and writing new music, Sherri said she tends to write in phases. “Once it’s time to start recording, that’s when my brain starts going and I write a bunch, as opposed to just writing all the time … It’s probably because I have lots of other creative outlets,” she said. Sherri really enjoys drawing (her art has the

same unique, whimsical style of Eisley’s music) and photography (lots of self-portraits and experimentation), and her love of drawing has turned into a cool side project, sketching tattoos. Sherri’s artwork has also been featured on most of the band’s merchandise, from T-shirts to tote bags, stickers and more. The band played their first show under the name Moss Eisley in 1997, derived from the name of a fictional spaceport town from “Star Wars.” Moss Eisley gained momentum by playing first in Tyler, then at venues in Deep Ellum in Dallas and up into Oklahoma. “We started making bigger circles around the state, up to Oklahoma and then we got on Cornerstone Festival,” Weston explained. Cornerstone Festival is an annual music and arts fair in Illinois that showcases hundreds of bands in a time-span of about five days. People travel cross-country to attend this monster music fest. It’s a big deal. Cornerstone proved successful for Eisley, whose music got into the hands of record label executives as a result. In 2003, the band played label showcases in New York and Los Angeles and, perhaps most importantly, toured as the support on Coldplay’s Rush of Blood to the Head tour in the U.S. “I don’t remember that tour at all,” Weston joked. “It was a big deal … Huge crowds, which we had never [played to] before. It was so much fun and they were really nice to us,” Chauntelle remembered. “I was just really scared the whole time,” Stacy said, “I was like 14. Going [onstage] every night was like facing my death.” Sherri added, “But it was cool to see, on your first tour, where you can be if you work hard and apply yourself … Not that we are anywhere near Coldplay

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As most major labels do because they have money riding on the success of their bands, Warner Bros. began to try to take Eisley in a new direction. The label asked them to cowrite with other songwriters in the industry – to become more “mainstream pop” and less “indie,” or independent. The label also pitched ideas for a music video for the single “Invasion” from their second full length record “Combinations” (2007) that Weston described as “comically bad.” The isley signed to pitch involved filming the band in the oyd announced the split with Warner Warner Bros. Records “barren desert” with “images of light” Bros. in a February post, “We’re way in late 2003, after shining on their faces. “We wanted to more thankful than [upset]. Business is dropping “Moss” do a cool ’50s sci-fi video in black and from their name white with aliens and old fun stuff. business. Sometimes things go wrong. The to prevent any legal And so after this huge confrontation, industry basically crashed, burned and began action from the “Star the guy exploded and said, ‘FINE! rebuilding during the time Eisley was on Wars” empire. “Our We’ll CGI a flying saucer into the [Warner Bros.] … The same thing probably ultimate goal was never to be on end of the video!’ Like that was the would have happened anywhere, on any label a label, actually. We just didn’t best idea ever,” Weston finished, the … I’ve said it many times: this is not about care. Honestly, I don’t think any whole group laughing at his perfect status, fame, popularity, money or even about of us really even knew what it reenactment of the scenario. the struggle. You don’t track your success by meant,” Weston said. “We were “We sound like little snobs, but how fast you make it up the mountain or just so young,” Stacy added it’s just … We’re fairly self-possessed quietly. people. We know who we are, we grew whether you even make it to the top … You The band recorded their up having very strong self-identities win by writing, recording, releasing music you first full-length album “Room and always knew what we wanted love, are proud of … You win by connecting Noises” (2005) in Los Angeles. our band to be,” Sherri explained. with people through music … You define While the opportunity and “So whenever you get involved with a yourself by how you positively influence others anticipation of the final product big major label who is trying to make in space and time. You use the talent God has was exciting, the band doesn’t money, trying to survive. They look at given you. If small, start-up bands can write have many fond memories you and say, ‘OK, what sells? Put them and record their own music, play shows, tour of their first (and second, for on tour with Hillary Duff. Make this … How much more can Eisley accomplish – that matter) recording process. video.’ And we’re going, ‘No no no!’ Sherri tried her best to explain, … They do all this stuff falling farther with or without a label? After all, that’s how “It’s just … you’re in a different and farther away [from our vision for it all began. This is only the beginning. When place, living in a different house Eisley] … Basically, don’t sign to a you hear the new album, I think you’ll agree.” and trying to be creative and major label unless you’re a pop star.” inspired...” Weston picked it up, “[The label] just didn’t get it,” “Touring is one thing – being away from home but constantly Weston explained, clearly reliving his frustrations. “A few moving. But it’s really weird sitting in another city away from people like Craig, our A&R guy has been awesome – he even home for months at a time. For me, it’s way worse.” named his daughter ‘Eisley.’ He’s a huge fan and he gets our “There’s a lot of pressure, I felt,” Stacy chimed in. “I don’t music, but a lot of people [at Warner Bros.] just didn’t get it. think it’s so much being in a different place for me, but the And after almost seven years of them completely wasting our pressure of being in ‘music-central LA’ and feeling like, ‘Oh my time, not putting any effort into marketing or any of our ideas gosh, we’ve got to be making hits.’” and wasting money on tons of stuff that was unnecessary …

Finally, Craig was in a position where he had to agree and say, ‘OK, nobody gets you here.’” And with that, Eisley announced in February 2010 they were leaving Warner Bros. Records. “The only part that really sucked was just all the time wasted in the meantime,” Garron said, referring to the almostthree-year lapse with no third record release for anxious fans. “But we’re ultimately happy to be in the process of leaving and doing our own thing and having more control … it’s way past time,” he said.

We need a label that will work with “ us as opposed to work at us … who will embrace our style,”

Sherri explained. Despite the seemingly bitter end, the band said there are no burned bridges with the label. Ultimately, Warner Bros. helped facilitate positive, forward (albeit, slow) motion with the recording of two full-length albums and spreading the name of Eisley to more fans by touring with acts such as Snow Patrol, The Fray, Mute Math, Switchfoot, Say Anything (the list goes on) over the years. “It’s been frustrating, but it’s not like it’s been hell. We’ve had fun together and made amazing memories … but this is the next phase. It’s time to finally start being in control of what we want,” Sherri said. Save a small tour here and there, Eisley has been quiet for the last two years, sorting through these troubles with the label and hiccups in a few band members’ personal lives. Both Sherri and Chauntelle went through public, traumatic splits with their famous significant others. Aside from the details of personal lives being broadcast for all who care to see, followers also scrutinize their art. “It’s hard – you just have to learn how to filter it because kids are brutal,” Sherri said, obviously effected by some of what she has read about herself and her family. “It’s such a hard thing trying to be a creative person, and then people crap on it. And you think, ‘Why am I doing this?’” Stacy added, “But sometimes you can’t put a shield up. You just have to let it hurt. And it sucks, but you get over it.” Sherri admitted that she doesn’t ever look online to read reviews of their music, or intentionally seek the negativity – but sometimes it will surface on her blog, on Facebook or Twitter and there it cannot be so easily avoided. While she has been burned by the world wide web, Sherri was just as quick to sing its praises. “The internet is important … It’s been so helpful. It’s helped keep us alive as a band. You just have to know your boundaries,” she said. Each band member has a twitter account, some have blogs and the band website, eisley. com, is maintained by their dad and manager, Boyd. Within the site, there is a community forum called “Laughing City” for the positively dedicated fans, as well as band-member blogs, videos, photos and more. Boyd also posts regular updates to let the fans know what’s going on in their world,

geared more on the business side of things. Through the muck and mire, the band can now see the light at the end of the tunnel, and is gearing up to finally release the third record and get back out on the road. Eisley recorded album three at Rosewood Studios, right here in East Texas. For 29 years, Rosewood Studios has been a successful audio recording facility in Tyler – producing for nationally-renowned artists such as LeAnn Rimes, Paul Baloche and Steve Holy. All members agreed that the Rosewood recording sessions were their favorite and most efficient. “In California, you had people from the label stopping by and giving opinions. This time we were at home, so it was great!” Sherri said. According to the Duprees, this new album has more of an edge, and is the closest thing to a concept album the group has ever made. “This album will be like a short story, because some songs were written when everything was OK, and then songs written during the crap and then more after everything was awesome again,” Weston summed up. “Even though just a couple of us went through terrible relationships, since we’re a family, it was the whole family going through it – not just one individual going through a terrible thing,” Sherri explained, “It affected everyone, and it definitely effected the songwriting, obviously.” Eisley recently played a set in Tyler to raise money for tour, and I had the privilege to attend and hear three new songs from the album, and “edgy” is the perfect description. The vocals are still classic Eisley, but the lyrics are more mature and bold. “I think we were less afraid to say what we wanted to say. On the other side of it, you realize, I have feelings. I don’t have to hide them,” Sherri explained. Although the actual recording is over, there is still no set release date. “We want so badly, more than anything to have a release date,” Chauntelle said, frustrated both for the band and their fans. “We’re doing our best to get it out there as quick as possible, but it’s just such a time consuming industry … If everything goes well with this new label we’re talking to … we’re hoping by the end of this year,” Garron said, “But you know how that goes … It seems like we’ve been saying that for the last two years, so we’re getting tired of letting people down.” Sherri encouraged, “We’re keeping the hope alive, though.” Between full-lengths, the band has released a few E.P.s to keep faithful followers satiated with melodic Eisley tunes. Speaking of faithful followers, Eisley has thousands of devoted fans, and each band member agreed that fans have the ability to reignite their passion when it feels fleeting. After the two-year rut, Eisley is psyched to hit the road for a small summer tour that will hit around 10 cities, including two of their favorites, Nashville and Chicago. Chauntelle said that each and every tour always makes her realize that she and her siblings are living their dream. “It sounds cheesy, but it’s true. Anytime you play to a crowd of people, even if it’s only 300 – it’s just crazy...” Sherri echoed. Stacy chimed in, “The energy in their faces...” “That that many people care that much about what you do,” Sherri continued, “That something we wrote brought all these people together.” Entranced into reliving old memories and anticipating the new ones just around the corner, they all whole-heartedly, but quietly agreed. But because the band

is so thankful for their fans, Sherri admitted that they feel pressure to perform perfectly. “You don’t want to let anyone down,” Sherri said. Weston elaborated, “People always gripe at us for apologizing onstage. But, it’s like Sherri said – you don’t want to let them down … It would be the same [way] if we were in our living room playing to friends. We’d still say, ‘Oh, sorry – messed up. I’ll do better next time...’” Sherri laughed, “We’ve never gotten over [apologizing] if we mess up or do anything wrong.” “And we have so much fun, too – with each other. Just traveling around, meeting people, seeing old friends. Always laughing and goofing off, as you can tell,” Chauntelle said, a bit abashedly. But she’s right – the Duprees have such a unique, fun family

dynamic, you just want to know their parents’ secret! Some major life changes have filled the past two years for all of Eisley … weddings, recording, leaving a label, talking to new ones. The future is exciting. They are hopeful. They have matured. They are ready for more. “We had trouble with people taking us seriously because of how young we were. It’s like we’re just starting to become a band – one that appeals to a broader market,” Weston shared. “But no matter what, no matter how many people hate or love our band, we will always play our music … even if every label drops us and people say they hate us, we can still play shows and have fun.”

With the career we’ve had so far, “ if we were all going to give up on this … we would have given up already.

But everyone still loves it … You definitely have to fight for doing things you love most of the time,” Sherri said. “There is no way I could not do it. … When we’re home, I’m an electrician. … I don’t want to be an electrician for the rest of my life. I mean, if I have to, I will,” Weston shared, but it’s crystal clear that he would rather not. Music is the obvious passion, for each of them. “Even taking two years off, I’ve been going crazy. I’ve just been through such an emotional ride … We’ve been through so much as a band. You can’t ever really hang on to one idea … You can hope it will happen, but literally so many things come at you in this career. It’s not like it’s all bad – it could be something better than you had hoped for,” Sherri said. “It’s totally random – like a ride,” Stacy offered, “But that’s what I like about it. … And there is always the potential of sharing something [with fans and with each other]. I think that’s what’s cool about it.” With the support of their parents, husbands, wives, friends and family, Eisley’s hope is to find a new label that will support their vision and release album three. “We’re lucky that we have parents and spouses that support [us]. I can’t imagine how much harder it would be without that,” Sherri said. Yet even if a new record deal doesn’t pan out, Eisley isn’t going anywhere. “The dream is obviously to make some sort of living off of [our music] so we can keep it going. As long as we have stable spouses, which we all do, we can keep making music,” Chauntelle said. It’s not about wealth or fame for the Duprees – it’s about family and a passion for music. No matter where the ride they’re on takes them next, Eisley is facing it head on, hands up in the air with excitement. by Karli Hetherington, karli@h3-media.com

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ES l You’re a New Jersey guy. Who was your favorite players as a kid, and why? JV l [It was] Nolan Ryan, Sully. He was the man; I loved the way he was all about business and competed so hard.

ES l So New Jersey guys know where Texas is? JV l I knew all about Nolan Ryan, I even named my 11-year-old son, Nolan, after him. ES l How good were you, as a player, back in the day? JV l I was second in the state of New Jersey, with a .498 batting average! ES l I thought you liked Nolan Ryan ... and you didn’t pitch? JV l Hahaha, Sully I did love Nolan Ryan … but I just loved to hit, it’s still a passion of mine. ES l Do you think the steroid era will eventually hurt Major League Baseball? JV l It did hurt baseball, and it has to be 100 percent cleaned up. But, baseball has survived wars, bad economies – it will get past steroids.

ES l How hard is it to leave such a successful program, one you built? JV l It was a tough decision, but it comes down to my family. It’s time for me to coach my kids. ES l What has been your favorite moment at UT Tyler? JV l There are so many … but listening to the National Anthem at my final game as head coach at Irwin Field and just reflecting back on everything – that was the best.

ES l How many times have you been thrown out of a game? JV l Never as a player … three times as a head coach, but all three times I was defending one of my players!

ES l Your winning percentage is second best, all-time, in the state of Texas … Rank the sport of baseball in East Texas. JV l Baseball is in great shape in East Texas. From the days of Red Murff, who started baseball at UT Tyler, to TJC winning a National Championship – this is a good baseball area, for sure.

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Boys and Girls Club Tournament The Don’s TV & Appliance/KitchenAid/ Suddenlink Charity Golf Classic was held at beautiful Eagle’s Bluff Country Club on April 23. The annual golf tournament benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of East Texas. Underwriters for the event included Food Fast and Food Fast Children’s Charities. The four-man scramble tourney included a long drive competition won by Kier Orr. The Don’s TV & Appliance team took first place in the tournament.

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Tyler ISD Foundation Tournament The Tyler ISD Foundation held the 17th Annual Gil Hitt Memorial Golf Tournament and welcomed East Texas golfers to the tournament at Hollytree Country Club on June 14. Players enjoyed hitting the links with a six-player scramble and lunch. Proceeds from the tourney go to the Tyler ISD Foundation which underwrites events and educational programs for Tyler ISD schools.

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OUTTAKES EYE ON THE HEART OF EAST TEXAS The Brook Hill School Class of 2010 celebrated one of lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s milestones on May 22.

A pair of Red-tailed Hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) are seen vocalizing while perched on a TV antenna.

Man eats fire at Scarbrough Faire. Former Alaskan Gov. and 2008 Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin lectured at a townhall-style event at The Oil Palace in Tyler on June 26, 2010.

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Kyle Lake Memorial Foundation Tournament The Kyle Lake Foundation held their Fourth annual memorial golf tournament at Eagle’s Bluff Country Club on June 7. Over $36,000 was raised to benefit various charities. Just some of the numerous charities the Foundation supports include the Children’s Advocacy Center, Habitat for Humanity, The Junior League of Tyler Inc., the Make-A-Wish Foundation and The Kyle Lake Memorial Scholarships.

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Life often requires us to take a leap of faith. Sometimes it is a new beginning. Sometimes it is an ending – it can even be moving or relocating. And sometimes, taking a leap of faith requires jumping off a platform attached to a tree 40 feet in the air. In April, the BSCENE staff took an adventure/team-building trip to New York, Texas ZipLine Adventures for a Tarzan-and-Jane-type of experience. Little did I know what I was in for. . . My original intention for the trip was to My plan: to trek along and be supportive. I am extremely chill and look afraid of heights – a plight I blame on being cool in the vertically challenged. So, the plan was to watch safely from below with my homegirl Sonya, who gear while had planned to sit it out too. The peer pressure set everyone else in as everyone started signing wavers and began jumped from the process of strapping on gear and buckling the platform platform, the beautiful terrain surrounding Shultz Mountain helmets – including Sonya. To be part of the group, I strapped on the gear too and signed the while dangling Ranch was much more visible. Noel, Garrett, Karli, Cecily, Meghan, Mitzi, Steven and Will took turns going up the stairs waiver. My plan: to chill and look cool in the gear from a cord in of the platform for the first zip line – including Sonya. Carson while everyone else jumped from the platform the air. hooked everyone’s equipment to the line, while Chad went while dangling from a cord in the air. ahead to the first stopping point to help everyone unhook at However, I quickly began to have second the next platform. I stayed back and watched as one-by-one thoughts. The owners Charles and Connie each BSCENE employee hopped from the first platform and zipped to Shultz made everyone feel so welcome. By the time we were the second platform at the top of a large pine tree. The line got shorter all in our gear and taking turns through the training course, and shorter and I got closer and closer to having to make a decision everyone was cutting up like longtime friends. The trusting whether or not to jump. family atmosphere also helped us to feel comfortable As I was a few turns away, I started talking to Carson and asking and more relaxed. Chad and Carson Shultz, Charles and questions (my journalistic instinct) about how safe it was and the Connie’s sons, helped everyone get a feel for how to brake poundage limit. Astonishingly, the course is set up so a 70-pound person and learn to trust the gear, while Connie and Carley, their has the same ride as a 275-pound person. The equipment is rated for daughter, watched and took pictures for everyone. They 5,000 pounds, with the cable load limit at 2,400 pounds and a breaking explained that Chad and Carson would be our guides to limit at 14,000 pounds. Children under 70 pounds are required to have hook and unhook our gear from each line while making parental accompaniment, but other than that, anyone within the weight sure we were being safe. limit of 70-275 (without serious health issues) can ride. The six different After learning the gist five feet off the ground, it was lines go through daily and monthly inspections and annual ACCT time for the real thing – at least for everyone else. We walked inspections (Association for Challenge Course Technology). And then to the seemingly un-intimidating platform on the side of they mentioned that even the family dogs had zip lined and I thought, the hill by the Shultz’s house. As we all ascended up the

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T5-T. Julian’s 5201 S. Broadway, Tyler (903) 509-8833 R4-T. Mercado’s Cafe 2214 WSW Loop 323, Tyler (903) 534-1754 Newk’s Express Café R4-T. 3985 Old Jacksonville, Tyler (903) 509-4646 110 E. Loop 281, Longview (903) 753-7000 Q7-T. Oliveto Italian Bistro 3709 Troup Hwy, Tyler (903) 581-2678 P7-T. The Potpourri House 3320 Troup Hwy., Tyler (903) 592-4171 R -K’s Meat Market & Deli 105 E. Main, Bullard (903) 894-6263 P7-T. Salsarita’s 331 Troup Hwy, Tyler (903) 593-1100 Shogun Japanese Steakhouse T5-T. #1 - 5515 S. Broadway (903) 534-1155 P6-T. #2 - 3521 S. Broadway (903) 561-9890 P7-T. Smashburger 3314 Troup Hwy, Tyler (903) 526-6724 T4-N. Stacy’s Deli 3205 N. University Dr., Nacogdoches (936) 564-3588

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T6-T. Wasabi Sushi Bar & Asian Bistro 5617 Donnybrook, Tyler (903) 939-0211

El Charro Restaurants J8-T. 2604 E Erwin, Tyler (903) 592-9084 M8-T. 2623 E 5th St., Tyler (903) 596-7222 Fearing’s 2121 McKinney Ave., Dallas (214) 922-4848 J6-T. Jakes Tyler 111 E. Erwin, Tyler (903) 526-0225 K6-L. Johnny Cace’s Seafood & Steakhouse 1501 E. Marshall Ave., Longview (903) 753-7691 Johnny’s Pizza House 904 Hwy 110 N, Whitehouse (903) 839-2322

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MEDICAL SERVICES M8-T. AHS Audiology & Hearing Solutions 2501 E. 5th St., Tyler (903) 593-7977 Y5-T. Any Lab Test Now! 7924 S. Broadway, Ste. 500, Tyler (903) 509-3131 L7-T. AO Clinic 1212 Clinic Dr., Tyler (903) 596-8858 M6-T. Dr. Hugh Babineau 1100 E. Lake St., Tyler (903) 593-0230 M6-T. Dr. Jonathan Blau 1814 Roseland, #200, Tyler (903) 593-6500 M6-T. Cardiovascular Associates 115 W. Fifth St., Tyler (903) 595-2283 Q7-T. The Center for Cosmetic Surgery James D. Saar, M.D. Laura E. O’Halloran, M.D. 3200 Troup Hwy., Ste. 240 www.cosmeticsurgerytyler.com (903) 510-8888 S3-N. Lehmann Eye Center 5300 North St., Nacogdoches (936) 569-8278 V5-T. Quantum Healing 212 Grande Blvd., Tyler (903) 939-2069 S6-T. Dr. Rick Coker’s Smile Studio 921 Shiloh Rd., Ste. A-100, Tyler (903) 581-1777 L6-T. Tyler Oral & Facial Surgery Center 805 Turtle Creek Dr., Tyler (903) 592-1664 RETAIL CLOTHING S5-T. Harley’s 4815 Old Bullard Rd., Tyler (903) 534-9799 S5-T. Haute Totz 4815 Old Bullard Rd., Tyler (903) 534-9799

N6-T. Mary V’s by Shelby 113 E. 7th St., Bergfeld, Tyler (903) 595-5111 T5-T. Neon Dirt 5201 S. Broadway, Ste. 100, Tyler (903) 509-4488 JEWELERS Katie’s Jewelry N6-T. 112 E. 8th St, Bergfeld, Tyler (903) 597-8282 S5-T. 4905 S. Broadway, Tyler (903) 509-2828 3222 S. Main St., Lindale (903) 882-3500 G4-L. Murray Jewelry Co. 2320 Judson Rd., Longview (903) 753-7133 N6-T. Ramsey Fritz Jewels 109 E. 7th St., Bergfeld, Tyler (903) 526-3062 U5-T. Susan Robinson Jewelry 6009 S. Broadway, Tyler (903) 581-5530 SPECIALTY G4-L. Barron’s 405 N Loop 281 W, Longview (903) 663-2060 J5-L. Louis Morgan 110 Johnson, Longview (Judson Rd. at Chaparral Plaza) (903) 758-6164

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THE PATH OUT OF POVERTY For 25 years People Attempting to Help or PATH, as it’s known to East Texans, has been a safety net for those struggling in poverty. Whether their poverty is situational due to a weakened economy or generational, PATH is here to help. Through the years, a group of dedicated volunteers and staff have touched the lives of thousands of people guiding them to a fresh start. So it might sound a bit odd to use the word “attempting” in the name of an agency that does so much for so many. But, as PATH’s executive director, Christina Fulsom explained, People Attempting to Help is really the perfect name for the agency that is on the front lines of those struggling financially. “We can have resources available and give people choices, but sometimes people faced with generational poverty aren’t ready to commit to such a challenging path – it is hard for them to imagine a world that is not based on daily survival. ‘Attempting’ is also appropriate because we can’t always give people what they need when they need it – our resources are limited.” In 1984, Gertrude Windsor demonstrated that one person, one vision, in one place can make a difference. Ms. Windsor, a local philanthropist, played a vital role in the Tyler community, from the Women’s Symphony League to the Junior League of Tyler, Inc., and dedicated her life to serving those whose voices went unheard. Prior to PATH’s birth, Ms. Windsor used her own resources to help people during a down economy. Her granddaughter, Trudy Richardson, currently serves on the PATH Board of Directors and fondly remembers her grandmother’s home as a place of hope. “Everyone knew they could come to her,” she said. As the need grew in Smith County so did Ms. Windsor’s version of a helping network. She talked with her family and pastor – her dream was for congregations and community leaders to come together in a collaborative effort, forming a safety net for the needy. “The thought was, if they could bring benevolence funds and volunteers and pool everything into one place then families that needed help, instead of going from one church to another, could go to a single place to get assistance,” Fulsom explained. People Attempting to Help (PATH) was

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the result of this faith-based collaboration. “To serve, through well-equipped volunteers, the economically disadvantaged people in Smith County with both emergency assistance and programs to empower and encourage them to become selfsufficient,” is PATH’s mission. In its early years, PATH only provided emergency assistance, but recognized that in order to break the cycle of poverty a more comprehensive approach was needed. The five-step plan to help families out of poverty was implemented in 2005: prevention, rescue, stabilization, growth and, ultimately, independence. The first step is prevention, and it’s all about reaching out to children. Kid Reach is a mentoring program that provides quality relationships to at-risk youth for educational, cultural and social growth. “Years of research have been done on mentoring – social and academic skills improve and the child is less likely to be involved in risky behavior such as promiscuity or gang activity,” Fulsom explained. “The outcome for many children is they become the first generation to gain higher education thus breaking the cycle of generational poverty.” The Emergency Assistance for which PATH is known makes up the rescue component. “You can’t get to the next step until you’ve addressed the family’s immediate needs,” Fulsom said. PATH families have access to a food pantry, receive help with utility bills and rent or mortgage, as well as assistance for dental emergencies, eyeglasses and emergency prescriptions. While a utility disconnect may not seem like an emergency to some, an unexpected expense such as medicine to a family in poverty can have a domino effect on every other financial commitment. Stabilization encompasses three programs. PATH Community Homes owns and operates 54 houses that are rented to low-income families so they have safe, decent, affordable housing while they are developing skills to help them out of poverty. PATH also offers long-term prescription assistance by working with physicians and pharmaceutical companies and helping families with the necessary paperwork. “We’re serving over 3,000 people in this program,” Fulsom reported. “Last year alone, we helped provide $4.7 million worth of B S C E N E M AG.COM

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Saddle up and ride on in to RIDGE RANCH ROUND UP VBS 2010 at Friendly Baptist Church, nightly from 6-8:30pm. Adults, you can join the fun, too! Adult VBS will be held in the choir room while the young 'uns learn from the Ranch Hands. Visit friendlybaptist.org for more info.

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Rose Heights young married couples travel to Dalls for THRIVE, a marriage conference presented by Gateway. Husband and wife team Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott will present their "Becoming Soul Mates" seminar, a thought-provoking, entertaining look at marriage. For info call 903.566.2080.

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CELEBRATE RECOVERY invites those with hurts, habits and hangups to a Bible-based, 12-step recovery program every Mon. night at Green Acres Baptist in Tyler. Visit gabc.org/calendar for a complete schedule.

Central Baptist Church's Third Annual CAR RALLY. Come on out and bring your ride! There will be a free dinner and special guest. Contact David James at 903.939.3322 for info.

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Grace Church Breakaway Junior High Camp in Brownwood. This year’s guest speaker is Brandon Mitchell with emerging Christian band LUMINATE leading worship. Call 903.593.3800x139 for information or visit gcc.org to register.

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Music Splash Week fine arts camp for children for 4K through fifth grader at Marvin Methodist in Tyler. Friday is splash day from 10am-1pm at Tennis & Swim. To register visit mumcfamily.org or call 903.592.7396.

Girls Night In annual community conference at Grace Community. This year’s guest speaker, author Shannon Ethridge’s topic is COMPLETELY HIS – Intimacy with Christ. Visit gcc.org or call 903.595.5249 for information.

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Explore East Texas Day Camp is geared for children entering third through fifth grades and includes day trips to Caldwell Zoo, East Texas Gators & Wildlife Park, Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge and the Texas Freshwater Fishery with lunch at each location. Registration ends July 15 ($50 per child). For details visit mumcfamily.org or call 903.592.7396.

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Bring the whole family for a special event at Grace. LEAD WELL will encourage parents to lead the family structure in all aspects of life. The event is designed with the entire family in mind. Dinner will be provided, childcare is available. Contact Steve Tanner at 903.593.3800 x 123 for info.

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hink back to when you were a child… Remember your excitement on the first day of school as you stepped off the bus wearing brand new clothes … your backpack filled to the top with school supplies. Now imagine you are wearing old, dirty and torn clothes. You have no school supplies and all the other kids are laughing and making fun of you. No child should be humiliated because they are poor, but the sad reality is that 18 percent of the children who live right here in Tyler live below the poverty level. And with their parents having to choose between food and electricity, many children are forced to begin school without the tools that they need in order to succeed. Through the Khaki’s for Kids program each child receives two new uniforms, a pair of new shoes, new socks and underwear and a new backpack filled with brand new school supplies. Additionally, each child can receive their annual immunizations and booster shots … all at NO COST. But we need your help! The 2010 Khaki’s for Kids Back to School program assists a minimum of 300 low-income children, all at no cost to participating families. Target populations for 2010 are homeless children, grandparents raising their grandchildren and children entering Head Start. A donation of just $100 insures that an underprivileged child in our community has the tools that they need so that they can concentrate on what’s most important. … LEARNING (and of course, just being a kid!). We are in need of the following school supplies: Backpacks (clear or mesh only) Crayola Crayons, Markers, Colored Pencils Elmer’s Glue, Glue Sticks Yellow #2 Pencils Wide-ruled Notebook Paper Rulers, Scissors, Pink Erasers Blue, Black or Red Ink Pens Folders with pockets and brads Wide-ruled Spiral Notebooks Hand Sanitizer Children are one-third of our population and ALL of our future. Education is the key to building a bright and secure future … our future. Won’t you please consider this opportunity to invest in a child’s future?

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Financial Freedom

ave you ever noticed that everything is expensive? I’m not just talking about items you find while shopping at the mall. I mean everything – from milk, to internet access, to airline travel (one airline is now charging for carry-on luggage!). Oftentimes while I sit over my computer with my home finance program open, I wish for the days of financial freedom. Do you ever think like that? In the media-saturated, consumerdriven world we live in, financial freedom is often thought of as “having the freedom to afford whatever we want.” After all, isn’t that the American Dream? While this may sound appealing, in reality it can be a dangerous and damaging ideal. There isn’t enough money in the world for us to be able to afford everything we want. It is reported that when John D. Rockefeller was asked, “How much money is enough?” he replied, “Just a little bit more.” Rockefeller, one of the richest men of all times, confirms that even the wealthiest among us believe they don’t quite have enough. The dream is elusive! Using this view of financial freedom doesn’t actually produce freedom, but bondage. Instead of being free to live, we are in a constant state of stress, anxiety and fear. We place our trust and dependence on a substance that has no real security. While this view of financial freedom seems to promise fulfillment, it only leaves us feeling empty. How many of us have believed we’re just one sweater or fishing rod or big screen TV away from perfect happiness … only to realize a few weeks after purchasing such an item that we’re still discontent? Let’s be clear; having money isn’t wrong. Even the Bible says that money is not a problem, but that loving it is what creates problems. Money is neutral – it’s a tool. However, the love of money opens us up to all sorts of troubles such as greed, deceit, hatred, bitterness and hopelessness – to name a few. Having enough money to afford whatever we want isn’t financial freedom. Financial freedom is the ability to live without having our lives controlled by money. We have to be generous. We need to practice diligence in our lives. This is the hard work of self-control, along with instruments like budgeting and planning. Finally, for real financial freedom, we must realize that the cravings we have for satisfaction and purpose are really cravings of the soul that can never be satisfied by sweaters, fishing poles or big screens, but only by a relationship with God, our creator.

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(continued from pg. 122) medication assistance to the Smith County community.” The third program to aid in stabilization is Special Projects such as the Diaper Drive, Potty Paper Drive, the School Supply Train and Coats for Kids. “If a family had to go out and buy school supplies for all of their children, they couldn’t afford rent for that month – it’s a matter stabilizing in order to make ends meet,” Fulsom said. Education is a vital part of every person’s growth. But, too often those living in generational poverty don’t recognize the importance because people in their immediate world have not modeled success. PATH’s education program, collaboration with several agencies in the Tyler area, helps individuals move toward self-sufficiency and see their future on a different path. The Literacy Council teaches GED classes, CapitalOne Bank teaches money management, the AgriLife Extension office teaches nutrition and Parents Anonymous offers parenting classes. PATH staff teaches home ownership, basic computer skills and help create resumes for job searches and job placement. Since 2006, PATH has taught more than 500 students basic, necessary life-skills to increase their probability of success. This leads to the final step on the PATH out of poverty, independence. “When a family takes advantage of all our services and options, it can help them move out of poverty in two to five years, which is remarkable,” Fulsom said. “The reason it works is because it’s so comprehensive … A family that just comes in for food may end up with a child in KidReach, live in a PATH Home, take parenting and financial classes and get help with long-term prescriptions.” The independence program is called Family Support and Development. PATH works with families to discover their strengths and needs, establish goals and supports them in their efforts to achieve their goals. It is old-fashioned social work. PATH relies on prayer, more than 500 volunteers, $1.5 million in monetary contributions and $6.1 million in in-kind donations to serve those in need in Smith County. “PATH’s resources come from the Smith County community and it all stays in the Smith County community – we aren’t part of a larger institution. In fact $ .96 out of every resource dollar goes directly to PATH clients. Twenty-five years of helping those in need is to be commended,” Fulsom says. “And we plan on being here for the next 25.” PATH has come a long way – since one woman’s vision to bring hope and healing to those trapped in a cycle of poverty through a network of mission hands and hearts. Ms. Windsor lived the words “leave the world a little better than you found it.” She would be so pleased to see the path her vision has taken. Join the community in celebrating PATH’s 25th Anniversary – Faith in Our Future, Sept. 12 through 19, with various activities and events. To learn more about PATH, PATH Week and how you can be one of the people attempting to help, visit pathhelps.org. B S C E N E M AG.COM

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Like an evergreen curtain, the piney wooded lots that drape neighborhoods, yards and golf courses across East Texas are simply breathtaking. A native mantle, trees and beautiful flowers like Tyler’s world-famous azaleas dot almost every cultured landscape in our area. But as beautiful and fruitful as they are, maintaining our area’s most well-known, natural gems can be time-consuming and cumbersome. And now, more and more homeowners are looking for ways to maintain the natural beauty of the outdoors while modernizing it to complement out-of-the-box architecture. As homeowners become more involved during the building process or remodel, a desire to integrate modern landscaping alternatives that will enable them to utilize their outdoor space more than maintain it has emerged. Local landscapers are answering the call with creative landscape design and high-tech, eco-friendly irrigation and landscaping systems and solutions. In fact, many of the residences featured in the Tyler Area Builders Association’s Parade of HomesTM in June showcased a glimpse of easy-care landscape design. “Contemporary landscape design is a relatively new garden style,” according to landscape-design-advisor.com. “Near the end of the 1950s, new styles in architecture brought about a more modern style of landscaping to match it with vivid colors and abstract patterns, combined with unique uses of lighting, textures, and space,” the article explains. One new Tyler home exemplifies the definition of modern landscape design gradually being requested in our area. It’s the work of Petty’s Irrigation & Landscaping, the largest landscape contractor in East Texas region, specializing in both commercial and residential landscaping. The project was overseen from start-to-finish by owner Rick Carnes and 13-year-veteran landscape designer Perry Randall, who recently moved to Tyler after working in Dallas over the past decade. Located inside Winsford, a subdivision within Hollytree, the home is an example of modern landscape design, integrating various rare and often unseen or underused plantings in our area. It combines an aesthetically pleasing blend of subdued hued hardscape and state-of–the-art technology – enabling the homeowner to play more and work less outdoors. It lives up to modern expectations based on the basic design criteria it meets. “A more traditional landscape design typically involves softer lines and less ‘hardscape’ – the stone and other non-plant material,” explained BSCENEMAG.CO M

Randall. “In modern design, the hardscape becomes paramount because of the importance of the shapes themselves. It has a stronger, often more rectilinear geometry,” he said. After meeting with the homeowners, reviewing original blueprints, and regularly visiting the site, Randall was able to blend the architecture and the lots’ natural form. What developed was an understanding of how the indoor design and exterior façade would work in conjunction with the outdoors. “My wife and I have very particular taste and a lot of the ideas we had for the outdoors came from visiting open houses in Arizona and Las Vegas, and from our time living in San Antonio,” explained homeowner Jayson Terres. “In those areas, water is more of a limited resource, so plant materials are less utilized, if used at all. Also, pools are more centrally a part of the homes’ integrated space and Xeriscape is central to the overall design concept. So basically, we wanted to bring those ideas into our home, inside and out.” This home is a courtyard-style home where the outdoor pool is situated between the middle of the home’s exterior front façade and the main interior entry. The intent was to create a seamless transition between the backyard, courtyard and front yard, so that all three feel cohesive and united. “[One difficulty posed] of this residence’s design is the atypical shape of the lot. Rather than trying to mask its triangular shape, I chose to augment it with the layout of the beds,” explained Randall. “In this way, I think we achieved a design that is true to the space. Additionally, the client’s interior space is very sophisticated – essentially minimalist – so it was necessary that the garden hint at the interior finishes and furnishings.” Some of the critical elements that augment the lot and home are its dryscape. Dryscape, or Xeriscape as it is sometimes called, is a “green” J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 10 No. 137

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style of landscaping and often includes drip irrigation, which uses less water, making it eco-friendly. Contemporary design for outdoor spaces typically includes these elements. Usually, natural gravel, simple concrete, evolved tiles and pavers, pebbles or unusual stones are used to provide little-to-no maintenance and innately give those crisp lines and angles that ring true to the style. Randall’s design followed these modern principles and is evident in his use of various elements including earth-toned beds of Tejas River Cobble laid within rectangularly-lined, Mesquite Chop Block pavers framing the front façade. The same rectangular pavers and stones are repeated at the front-end of the lawn to create a visual interest, as well as carry the eye directly to the front door. Within the beds, a unique array of plant materials were used to add interest and soften the hard lines of the dryscape including a Traveler variety of Weeping Red Buds, grown locally by the Hand family. Mixed into the dryscape are varieties of Yucca and Sedum, and the homeowners’ favorite – Dragon’s Blood Sedum. Generating more interest in the overall design plan is the use of architecturally interesting planters filled with Purple Fountain Grass at the entry and another filled with Ribbon Grass cascading atop. Additionally, Randall came up with a plan to add more space for parking cars when the homeowners entertain without adding more concrete to the driveway by incorporating a hybrid driveway using a cross between concrete reticulated pavers with grass planted within each to soften the hard lines and still fill the overall design with useable yard. The result is a visuallypleasing hard and softscape, fusing form and function. Something that can’t easily be seen in the design, but is critical to freeing up the homeowner from hours spent working on the yard or overwatering, is a state-of-the-art irrigation system. With only a handful of the Weathermatic® SmartLine systems installed in Tyler, the technology automatically analyzes “on site” weather data to set watering times for each zone. The system senses changes in humidity and precipitation levels and adjusts the water settings accordingly. It can even be set to adjust water levels based on a zone’s plant and soil type. The irrigation controller also maintains the drip systems within the large planters and dryscape beds. The added bonus to this “smart” system isn’t just that it maintains the health and beauty of the landscaping while conserving water, but it also keeps cost down. “The plan that was put on paper was exactly what we wanted,” said Terres, “but, when that vision was actually brought to life, it was more than we could have ever imagined. The modern design not only enhances our home, but it also has easily become a part of the beautiful backdrop this subdivision affords.” by Veronica Terres

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so this is In my 41 years on Earth, I can’t think of another piece of equipment I’ve purchased that matches the versatility of my Apple laptop. You might think of an automobile for the convenience it offers, or perhaps something as simple as a hammer or screwdriver for performing basic jobs without fail. These are all versatile tools to be sure, but nothing in my mind matches the sense of confidence that I feel each time the PowerBook and I start a new project. This is the true story of how one computer changed my professional life. Flash back to December 2001. The economy was poised for a bleak future and the outlook for a small business owner was dubious. That was also the month that I started IDEA Post with not much more than a vision and a shiny, new Mac G4 PowerBook. So what made my new computer so special? First off, in 2001, it looked cooler than any other laptop on the planet! At less than 1 inch thick, with a titanium frame and ultra wide screen the machine inspired a severe case of techno-lust. It also shipped with lots of connectivity options and tons of number-crunching horsepower. Exactly the stuff you need as a digital media guru. As soon as I added the professional software for video editing, interactive authoring, graphic design and photo retouching, the computer and I were ready to take on anything! One early project was a promotional CD-ROM for Wilsonart Flooring that would include menu programming, hyperlinks, photo slideshows and video presentations. As you would expect, the little laptop that could … did. As my client list began to grow and my projects became more diverse, the PowerBook never let me down. In late 2008, I provided high-energy electronic backing visuals for a live band performance in Tyler. New software allowed me to playback exciting video loops of analog waveforms, graphic EQ’s, city skylines, silhouette dancers and the like. These clips were fed to the video distribution system at the venue and displayed on nearly 20 screens throughout the club. It was the first time anyone had done this at that venue and results were spectacular. With so many different capabilities from one computer, it’s natural at some point to consider the value of specialization compared to versatility. Choosing between them isn’t an easy chore. For me, a nice balance of the two usually produces the best outcome. This applies to people as much as it does to machinery. Let’s imagine that you’re evaluating a landscaper to keep your grass looking nice. Do you hire the guy who has the fastest lawnmower, or the one with a dependable mower and great customer skills, who also has experience with water sprinkler systems and fertilizer products? No doubt the first guy will get the

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job done quickly, but I’ll pick the second one in case there are problems with my sprinklers or if weeds begin to grow. I might have stacked the deck in this illustration, but hopefully you see my point. Now consider another example where we need to cut a decorative design on the edge of some wooden shelves and want to purchase a good tool for the job. If we focus on versatility and get a new saw or chisel for our project, we’ll have a tool that can be used for other purposes, but we’ll most likely be compromising speed and/or quality. On the other hand, say we purchase a router bit that will create the exact edge design we’re looking for. We’ve now spent money on an item that only does one thing, but it delivers results that no other tool can match. In order to successfully achieve results in other aspects of our lives, we need to gain an understanding of the task, devise a strategic plan and then execute it. This sounds simple enough when you read those three little steps, but in reality there are so many variables for any given challenge that we must rely on experience for a starting point. This is where specialization starts to shine. When we can look back on similar situations and make a prediction based on those outcomes, we save ourselves the headache of repeating mistakes. However, versatility also plays a vital role in our decision making by allowing us to apply knowledge from one area of our lives to other areas and devise new problem solving strategies. Unlike us, computers handle all situations in exactly the same way. They wait for a human to provide instructions, then they move some ones and zeros around until they’re done. Granted, the software has done the heavy lifting, but a person was still responsible for writing the code and operating the program to make it perform as needed. The latest feat of my PowerBook has been to provide DMX control for the intelligent lighting fixtures I’ve used at numerous parties and events in Tyler. Most recently, guests at our "Sex and the City 2" Premiere Party were thrilled by the high-impact illumination created with lighting software running on the same PowerBook G4 I purchased almost nine years ago! In that time, the computer has logged quite a few air miles as well, accompanying me on several family trips to Seattle. Not once did it suffer from jet lag or whine about the weather or insist we go shopping. It did help me collect photos, keep up with local events, maintain a website and even write a couple of magazine articles. “Extremely Reliable – Never Complains – Ready for a Challenge” … If Apple does ask me to write an ad for their laptops, that would be the headline.

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Q&A With Billionaire Steve Forbes Publisher Steve Forbes was the keynote speaker at the East Texans Against Lawsuit Abuse dinner in Longview on April 9. The following is an excerpt of the conversation between Forbes and Managing Editor William Knous.

WK: To begin, tell me a little bit about why you are in East Texas? SF: I got an invitation, and of course a free dinner, and I couldn’t resist in these turbulent times … Texas has made great strides in reform over the years and it’s helped the state immensely in these particular times. So, you don’t want to lose those gains and you also want to be on guard against potential abuses in the future ... such as what they call ‘patent trolling’ … It’s an ongoing battle – piracy is not just on the seas. WK: Is lawsuit abuse something that’s a personal issue to you or through your business ventures? SF: Well, Forbes has been on this for decades in terms of what it does to the economy and how it twists something … and becomes destructive. It hurts everybody because where does the money come from? It doesn’t come from Mars – it comes from the pockets of the consumers.

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WK: How do you think Texas has fared on the whole? SF: Texas has done well for these difficult times, and not just because of the commodity prices. Texas does not have an income tax; that has held it steady. The legislature meets only once every two years. My only wish is that Congress did that with the rest of the country! Texas has kept its fiscal house in order, so that’s helped. So, Texas has done relatively well and I think nationwide we’ll get some growth this year … We need a strong dollar, and the administration and [Federal Reserve] keep weakening it. We need tax rate cuts – not increases. So, putting major tax increases on this health care bill, the White House wants a massive tax in terms of sales tax, which would be devastating to the economy. Then we’ve got to stop the big spending and finally stop trying to take over the economy, starting with health care. They can’t do it! WK: With the relatively new administration, do you find yourself reinvigorated to be out there and really press the pavement a little bit? SF: I wish there wasn’t so much to agitate about! The administration, sadly, has been pursuing policies that have made this recovery delayed… They are hurting innovation because the innovation comes from small business and [small businesses] have been hurt a lot by what’s been happening. They also have not been good on trade in terms of reducing trade barriers. It’s the first administration since the 1930s that hasn’t had reducing trade barriers as a top priority. WK: Is politics something that you’ve considered entering again? SF: I’m interested in agitating and stirring the pot. I’ll let others do the running and I try to get the public’s opinions so that they do the right thing when they get in. WK: Have you connected with anything that’s close to your own heart or that you are really involved in? SF: Well, obviously the business. You know the media is being turned upside down by what’s happening. In terms of other activities, I’m involved a little bit with charter schools, which have done very good work. The thing about those schools is if they don’t work, they cease to exist.

WK: Okay, I guess the last thing – you spoke of the recent upturn in the economy. Is that something you see continuing? SF: The economy will grow this year, as businesses build inventories and basic investments. Consumers who have jobs are spending again – not the way they did before, but they know the world’s not coming to an end. So, there will be a big boost from that, but that will last for about a year. The question is how do we go beyond that? There we need a stable dollar, lower taxes, stop the binge spending and get the government out of areas of the economy that they have no business being in. Things like health care, food – we don’t have the government trying to grow food. If we did we would all be starving! So, we have the private people, farmers, companies, restaurants and grocery stores alike do the food. If people can’t get it, we have everything from food stamps to food banks to help out. Why not the same thing with health care? Get the government out of the way. Let the people who for some reason can’t get health care, have specific programs aimed at them, instead of trying to do the whole umbrella thing.

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This stunning 2010 Parade of Homes mansion is a custom construction built by Gary Bayless and Joe Runnels of Bayless Custom Homes, builder for the Mineola renovation on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Located in the scenic Oak Hollow subdivision on Nottaway, this stylish estate was financed by Texas Bank and Trust. The same construction crew that volunteered their time to complete the Mineola renovation worked with Bayless to get the house Parade-ready in six months. Architects at Adams Design Service worked with the homeowners on a style that is both extraordinary and unique. The interior is just as unique as the exterior. The Nūvō® home management system throughout the house manages lights, temperature and audio for the owner making it an efficient, stateof-the-art smart house. The home’s exterior combines a soft linencolor stucco with black clay roof tiles for a façade that has a California flair. The black iron door from Iron Doors Plus, Inc. has “welcome” etched in glass to greet guests. Simple, contemporary landscape design complements the beautiful exterior architecture. Tennison Landscaping, who also did landscaping work on the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition house, thoughtfully chose the vegetation in the front and back yards. The 8,800 square feet under roof (about 6,000 heated and cooled) blends a contemporary, California-style exterior with an elegant, modern and sophisticated interior. With four bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths and a threecar garage, the home has a stylish yet familyfriendly layout. Some of the special features include a home theatre room, automated descending chandelier for easy bulb changing, a dog room for the family’s beloved dachshunds and an upstairs entertainment and wet bar area. Su NeJame with Design for U decorated the interior to be unique and functional. Her approach for this state-of-the-art house: a warm and elegant contemporary concept. The interior combines light and dark wood tones, neutral color palates, stainless-steel accents, mod fixtures and palatial mosaic tile work. Faux painting throughout the home was artfully done by Debra McAtee, Artistic Faux and Design; and custom painting throughout the home by Tim Lassiter, Off the Wall Design Co. Iron banisters adorning the staircases and extensive balcony were custom crafted by OneTen Welding Inc. by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com

LIVING AREA The horizontal-wood construction fireplace hearth serves as the focal point of the room, with guest seating on the landings. Edges are piped in stainless steel for a modernistic touch.

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DINING AREA The dining area includes a beautiful view of the back yard. Curved glass windows give the feel of dining outdoors with a 180ยบ view of the pool, patio and outdoor kitchen.

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AN EVENING OF ELEGANCE An Evening of Elegance was held on May 20, at Harvey Convention Center. Guests enjoyed fine dining as dancers, vocalists and musicians performed selections by Sir Andrew Lloyd Weber for an evening of musical delight. The event raised over $650,000, which will help fund the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler's new Academic Center Building.

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YOUR PERSONAL OASIS Byron Utz, 44, keeps a framed letter in his office that is dated May 28. 1976. His fifth grade teacher sent him the letter he wrote in her class that says what he wanted to be when he grew up. His answer: a landscaper. And today, he is successfully doing what he predicted as a 10-year-old. “I have always known what I wanted to do. It is born in me. It is in my genes,” he affirmed. Utz definitely has horticulturalists in his lineage. The Utz family has been involved in the horticulture industry since 1900. His roots include rose growers and the family business, Utz Horticultural Services, which has been in his family for four generations. Raised in Longview, and a Longview Lobo, after high school Utz attended Texas A&M with a major in horticulture and an emphasis in landscape design. After moving to Tyler in 1989, he officially took charge of the family business in 1990. In 2005, Utz acquired Excel Pools. He combined the 15-year-old company with his family’s and created Excel Pools and Landscaping. And with Excel Pools and Landscaping, clients can completely transform their backyard with everything from pools, to patios, to fire pits, to kitchens and landscaping, with the ease of using one company and contractor. Byron, along with his two companies, can handle the entire project from the conception and design stages through completion, making the process easier on the client. During the summer months, travel is hectic and can be expensive. Utz explained people are opting to transform their backyards into mini-vacation spots they can enjoy year round, while also adding value and appeal to their home in the process. “What we do is make the backyard their own personal vacation resort,” he explained. The result is a functional outdoor living space that is an extension of the house and a perfect area to entertain and relax. This can be accomplished with pools, outdoor fireplaces, outdoor fire pits, outdoor kitchens, outdoor TVs and water features. “We are really big on design,” said Byron, “it really starts with

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that.” Each Excel project is unique to the client and their backyard. “We do not have our clients sit down with a book of pool designs and talk them through the possible choices. We start by asking about their wants and needs and then we develop a plan to fit them.” Byron’s job is to visualize, design and create the perfect backyard oasis for each client. The hottest trend right now: outdoor kitchens and fireplaces. Thanks to the mostly mild winters in East Texas, people investing in outdoor pools and patios can add features to make the backyard a great entertainment space year round. Outdoor kitchens, fire places, fire pits and televisions are great ways to enjoy your backyard oasis during football season and even during the holidays! And outdoor kitchens come in sizes to fit most budgets. Utz explained, kitchens can be anything from a simple grilling area to elaborate full outdoor kitchens designed to entertain large numbers of people. Adding outdoor water features and fountains to the backyard can enhance its ‘wow factor.’ Another way to add some pizzazz to your backyard space and enhance its versatility is to make it hightech. Televisions can be cleverly designed to emerge from outdoor cabinetry with the touch of a button. Outdoor flat screens can also be camouflaged behind glass so the television is visible only when in use. Remote-control retractable shades built into custom pergolas are another luxury feature that can add extra shade. Excel also offers custom thatched roofing to give your patio or cabana an exotic and tropical look. Infinity, or negative edge, pools can also add visual impact and a very modern touch to the pool area. All of these high-tech and luxury features offered by Excel can help transform your backyard space into a relaxing outdoor retreat. Utz imparts, “Our goal is for every customer to feel we’ve turned their home into a personal oasis.” For more information, visit the official website at excelpoolsandlanscaping.com and view finished projects. You can also friend them on Facebook, search Excel Pools and Landscaping.

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Tyler ISD Foundation: Filling The Gap

In the year of their 20th anniversary, the Tyler ISD Foundation continues their honored tradition of supporting the teachers, students, administrators and programs of the Tyler Independent School District. The purpose of the foundation is to raise funds to help enrich those involved with the public school system. The foundation fills the gap in between the schools’ limited budgets and educational classroom projects proposed by faculty members. It also helps underwrite events to recognize outstanding students and faculty in the district. The Foundation’s executive director, Larry Goddard, Certified Fund Raising Executive, has served in his current position since 2006. He explained the Foundation began when Jack Davidson, PhD was superintendent. Tylerites Pat Oge, Bob Dobbs and A.W. “Dub” Riter were also on the front end of the Foundation’s start. “Those three along with the TISD school board at the time got together and decided that we need to recognize educators and support them while also being advocates of classroom teachers. They started gathering up funds and one of the first things they did was recognize the top 10 graduating seniors at Willow Brook with a luncheon. We’ve done all kinds of things – but we’ve evolved,” Goddard said. Each year they try to provide $500,000 to

$750,000 of support to TISD. “And it all started with three or four people who were interested. So, we really honor those who came before us and appreciate the people who have served on our board,” he said. Goddard explains that his job is about 50 percent fundraising and 50 percent working with the school district. “[TISD] is very supportive of me and the Foundation and very kind to us. So, we have a very good relationship with them,” he explained. “The directors make about 10 calls a year for donations. I write a lot of grants. It’s more strategic fundraising calls than just calling and asking for money.” He says the economy really hasn’t affected the amount raised by the Foundation per se. “We’ve had more donors giving smaller amounts. We haven’t had the large gifts designated to a certain, single program, but we’ve added about 200 donors and we’re very proud,” he said. They also have an employee drive to get the district involved. TISD employees that donate $10 have their names written on a blackboard. The principals and teachers want their names on the list and are proud to give back to the foundation. “About 20 percent of the district’s teachers and administrators are part of our donor base,” he added. The money raised by Tyler ISD Foundation is basically split between two areas. Goddard says most of the money they raise goes directly to campus or classroom projects. After the money is raised the board of directors decides how it is spent.

“We look for projects that kind of do interdisciplinary (things). One of the best projects we are working on right now has physical education, geography and mathematics teachers all working together on a project,” he said.

The project involves elementary-school students choosing a city in the U.S. and calculating how many miles it is to run there, then the students translate the mileage into laps in the school’s gymnasium. They learn about the city they are running to and try to run the distance in laps at the school gymnasium by Thanksgiving. They’ve have even extended the program throughout the year in correlation with their socials studies plan. Micro-chips on the children’s wristbands automatically calculate the mileage for them. And that is just one of many projects. The Foundation (continued on pg. 162)

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funds projects from pre-kindergarten special needs to high school advanced physics and robotics and other futuristic learning situations. The Foundation also provides funds for events by finding underwriters. The Teacher of the Year banquet is one of the events the Tyler ISD Foundation underwrites, as well retirement luncheons for the district. “Ever year we fund the retirement luncheons and some kind of recognition-type gift for those who have given 30 years of their life to Tyler ISD,” he said. “Another thing that we fund is the convocation which is the all-employee get together to kick off the school year, create excitement and build team work.” Another event held in May, called the Night of Shining Stars, honors the top students from each high school and the students get to recognize a teacher or TISD employee that they credit their success to. “It’s really amazing! Sometimes it’s their second grade teacher, their kindergarten teacher – a custodian that was friendly to them in middle school when no one else was…” And not only does the Foundation get local appreciation for what they do, they have won numerous awards. The statewide foundation called the Texas School Public Relations Association has a special division for education foundations. “And actually we are a pioneering group. There aren’t many in Texas right now. There are 1,000 school districts but probably only 175 active education foundations – but the growth potential is huge,” said Goddard. The awards the Foundation has won include Best News Release and the Crystal Award for the Best Event for the Night of Shining Stars. “This year we won the only other Crystal Award for best event,” he shared.

“We compete against all school sizes such as Houston, which has 150,000 students. We have 18,000 students but we are all categorized together and compete together. So last year we won Best

Event and this year we won Best Campaign. No other Foundation, despite school size, has won both awards.” And with the help of Tracy Belt, the foundation’s director of development, they have garnered another recognition. “Now, our foundation campaign, which our theme is ‘We Believe in Tyler ISD,’ won the National School Public Relations Association's Golden Achievement Award … and we’ve got school districts from all over Texas trying to copy our work – but I take it as a compliment.” The Foundation also won a “best in” category for art design from a project by Bonner Elementary fourth graders. The children were given digital cameras on trips to the Caldwell Zoo and the Children’s Park. “They did the most artistic angles and lighting and they just figured out so many wonderful and creative and innovative ideas,” he said. “All we did was give them a digital camera.” The Foundation then used the digital photos on their donor thank you cards. “It’s just amazing how a fourth grader’s view of the world is so beautiful and artistic.” Twice a year the Foundation allows TISD employees to submit ideas on a form that basically says, “Tell us what your idea is?” Goddard said they let the teachers decide if the project was a successful endeavor. “It’s amazing the ideas they come up with,” he said. One such idea from last year involved the male teachers at Dixie Elementary. The teachers produced a “manners camp” for male students after school to teach them good manners and how to treat girls with respect. And Goddard might argue that presenting the teachers with the grants for their projects is just as exciting as the projects themselves. After the Foundation board of directors (100 percent volunteers) make final decisions on the grants, there are two phases of granting. The checks are presented on two days: at the beginning of the year convocation for TISD and at the spring check presentations at the schools. He explained, “For the spring awards, we give it in late January/early February and we dress up like Mardi Gras. We all get on a bus with New Orleans-themed music and we march in the hallway then go to the classrooms and let the students see the teachers who get the grants at that time. “Principals bring every child out of the classroom and we line the hall and they clap for the teachers and they do a gauntlet. It’s like a pep-rally for good teachers!” Goddard cited a study published in Giving USA which said on average, teachers pay $800 to $1,500 out-of-pocket per year for classroom supplies and curriculum. “If we weren’t giving them this money, they would still be doing their projects but it would be out-of-pocket. So, this definitely helps!” by Holly Head, hhead@h3-media.com

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Wiggle your toes. Scratch your nose. Take a deep breath and yawn. Now cup your hands around your head and feel the bones of your skull, the holding place for your brain. It’s not very big, only the size of a grapefruit weighing about three pounds. But it’s the center of your thoughts, feelings and memory. Your brain is really what makes you, you. Why would I do Brain Gym®? Because it’s easy, it’s inexpensive and it works. Research has shown that doing basic Brain Gym® activities everyday stimulates the brain, even at age 80. These simple activities prepare your brain and entire nervous system for the day. Wouldn’t you love to have a great day everyday? Drink water and make sure that it touches the lining of your cheeks where it is absorbed. Two-thirds of the body is made up of water. All of the electrical and chemical actions between our brain and our sensory organs are facilitated by water. So, drink up. Brain Buttons: Place one hand on your chest right below your collarbone and one hand over your navel. Using a firm but gentle touch, slowly massage your chest. Change hands and massage your chest again. This movement unlocks the eyes, and sends blood to the brain. Cross Crawls: Have your right hand pass the middle of your body and touch your left knee. Then have your left hand pass the middle of your body and touch your right knee. Do this at least 10 times each side. This activity strengthens connections between the right and left hemispheres of the brain. Hook-Ups: Cross ankles and arms and sit or stand quietly for 60 seconds. Then cross ankles and arms in the opposite direction. This activity redirects energy back to the front part of the brain, causing muscles to relax. 1-800-594-7919 Stepping Stone 3105 University Blvd. Tyler, TX 75701

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The SE Belcher Jr. Chapel and Performance Center at LeTourneau University in Longview seats 2,011, with capacity for 1,400 on the ground level and another 600+ in two opera-style balconies. Featuring a full, working stage and orchestra lift, as well as prop and staging areas, dressing rooms, soundproofed rehearsal rooms, three lobbies, two classrooms, and offices, it is the largest building on LeTourneau University’s 162-acre campus. The Belcher Center was designed by Lewis, Elliott & Studer, Inc. architects of Arkansas, with assistance from the acoustical firm of BAi—Boner Associates Inc. of Austin, Texas. The Belcher Center primarily serves as a chapel where students gather three times each week for corporate worship and spiritual instruction, but it also hosts educational, cultural and spiritual programs for the community, and may be rented for many types of events. The Longview Ballet, Longview Symphony, East Texas Symphonic Band, and Opera East Texas have all made the Belcher Center their performance home. Each year, LeTourneau also presents a season of national and international touring groups’ performances in The Belcher Center. These productions range from Broadway shows to individual musicians, and each presentation is aimed at expanding the cultural experience of the residents of our region. Information about all the events scheduled in the Belcher Center can be found at BelcherCenter.com.

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JOE PICARELLA BS, MS, M.A.C.E., ABD

A Pathway to Achievement A Pathway to Achievement is a tutorial program designed to help students enhance their current learning skills while simultaneously developing new skills and strategies to prepare the student to become a successful independent learner. This innovative and effective program is the vision of Joseph T. Picarella, whose 30 years of teaching kindergarten through eighth grade has helped mold this tutorial service into a winning program. Picarella’s mission is simple: to help students become successful, independent learners. The fun and relaxed environment focuses on literary development via the five elements of reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension A Pathway to Achievement utilizes two different approaches to learning. The first is interacting independently and the second is working among small groups. A unique approach that is taken during group interaction is “cross-grading” – a style of learning in which an older student is paired with a younger one. This type of engagement allows the pair to practice their newly learned skills amongst one another. A Pathway to Achievement’s tutorial program is not only a great tool to use for the school year, it is also a great way to keep your child’s brain stimulated over the summer. It helps retain the material learned during the previous school year and also aids in a smoother transition back to school in the fall. Picarella guarantees your child will develop better study habits and improved literacy both of which ensure success for the student as an independent learner.

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Struggling Readers People who experience difficulty with reading often benefit most from one on one tutoring with certified teachers trained to specifically recognize their individual needs and learning difficulties. Adults and children with ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, Gifted, or any other learning difference can also be struggling readers and can benefit from a structured reading program such as The Herman Reading Method offered by KIDS SOLUTIONS. Renee Herman was one of the first teachers in the Los Angeles Schools to teach a class for dyslexic students. She was determined that these students were capable of learning if she could develop a workable plan. Influenced by Dr. Samuel T. Orton, Anna Gillingham, and Dr. Maria Montessori, Herman formulated a sequence of instruction and a methodology that started each student at their point of deficit and in sequence brought them up to mastery of each reading skill. What she learned from her experiences eventually became “The Herman Method for Reversing Reading Failure.” What is the Herman Reading Method? The Herman Method is a multi-sensory reading approach designed for struggling readers. It is a comprehensive reading curriculum that includes phonetic skills, sight word recognition, structural analysis, contextual clues, and dictionary skills with consistent emphasis on comprehension. The Herman Method is a “skill-level” not a “gradelevel” program. Who are the teachers at KIDS SOLUTIONS? Chalna Trawick-Director of Advanced Studies for TISD for 10 years after being a secondary English teacher/chair before retirement in 2009. Donna MullinnixAutism Consultant for TISD and special needs teacher before retirement in 2009. Carolyn Mullinnix-Extended Day Director at St. Gregory after a career which included teaching in the Montessori School. They have also lectured and trained other teachers.

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Claiming every workplace in every nation as their mission field, LeTourneau University graduates are professionals of ingenuity and Christ-like character who see life’s work as a holy calling with eternal impact. An interdenominational Christcentered university of nearly 3,400 students from all 50 states and about 25 nations, LETU is known for excellent engineering and aviation programs. Over 60 academic programs prepare students for success in business, education, kinesiology, psychology, health care, the humanities and sciences. LETU’s main campus is located in Longview, Texas, but working adult undergraduate programs in business, education, and psychology and graduate programs in business, leadership and education are offered at educational centers in Austin, Bedford, Dallas, Houston, and Tyler, or through online delivery. LETU’s aviation program last year won the rarest and oldest of all collegiate awards – The Loening Trophy, which recognizes the most outstanding all-around collegiate aviation program in the nation. Students regularly compete with large public and private schools and take top honors at regional and national competitions in many fields, especially electrical, mechanical and aeronautical design. International learning opportunities, both in missions and research, take students around the world. LETU student teams travel with LeTourneau Engineering Global Solutions (LEGS) to ease human suffering with low-cost prosthetics for amputees in developing countries such as Kenya, Senegal, and Bangladesh. Others have worked on ground-breaking research, including visual literacy in Kenya, micro-finance in Ethiopia, or macroeconomics in South America. Life on campus is biblically based, with chapel services, professor-led devotionals, student-led praise and worship and dedicated prayer times. A new 200-bed residence hall is under construction, and Bon Appétit serves organic food from local growers in the Corner Café, LETU’s dining hall which opened in 2009. The 55,000 square-foot Paul and Betty Abbott Aviation Center opened last fall at East Texas Regional Airport, with classrooms, laboratories and a hangar for LETU’s fleet of 12 airplanes. A member of the National Collegiate Athletics Association Division III in the American Southwest Conference, LETU offers 13 varsity sports including baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer and tennis for men and basketball, cross country, golf, softball, soccer, tennis and volleyball for women. Learn more about LETU online at www.letu.edu.

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TAKE ME OUT OF THE BALL GAME I’m a sports fan. Sure, I’ve got my allegiances to certain teams: the Aggies, Liverpool and the Houston Astros to name just a few – but I’d say I’m easily more of a fan of the sports themselves than any one team. I mean, I love my teams, but I wouldn’t stop loving football if the Ags canceled the program. For the most part, I don’t have many problems with the games I love. Sure, I can pick out some things from every sport I would like to see switched up (ban the “gut-putters” in golf, kick Bill Walton out of basketball forever), and who among us couldn’t say the same? Yet there is one sport that could use a real overhaul before it becomes simply unwatchable. Baseball needs an update. As my excellent friend Wayne Campbell would say, “Live in the now.” Alright, everyone calm down, I haven’t even started yet and I can already hear the grumbling from the bleachers. It’s our “national pastime,” it’s “as American as mom and apple pie,” “It’s got a rich history” – all of this is true, and all of it is becoming inconsequential. Allow me to explain... There are many reasons baseball is a drag, but the biggest has got to be the fact that it takes forever, almost literally. Even Joe DiMaggio said it, “Baseball is six minutes of action crammed into two-and-one-half hours.” If one of the all-time greats is taking shots at his own sport, that’s not a good sign. The modern game is even worse. With TV timeouts, special musical performances, all the promos and every single batter stepping out of the box doing a little dance between pitches, it’s no surprise games regularly stretch past the three-hour mark. But there’s still only nine innings – they didn’t add any more action into the game. There’s no Fifth Inning Karate Championship. Now multiply that time by 162: the number of games in baseball’s regular season. That’s 10 times more than a football season and double basketball and hockey schedules. After that comes more playoffs, and the season eventually extends from April until November. Next, how about those “athletes” gracing the baseball diamond? Is someone really going to argue that Red Sox slugger David Ortiz is in peak physical condition? That dude weighs 437 pounds. Sure, there

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are definitely some top-class athletes in the game, but it’s certainly not necessary to succeed or even dominate. David Well won the World Series twice and threw a perfect game (which less than 20 people have done in the majors, ever)! And he used to eat hot dogs between innings. There is absolutely extraordinary levels of skill involved, and very few people can play the game at the highest level – but the same is true of darts or bowling or golf, and those guys aren’t all athletes either. Finally (and this is probably the biggest sacred cow of them all) baseball has umpteen unwritten rules that seem to do little more than cause fights. There are books and blogs devoted to them and their study. Baseball purists (which is sometimes another word for “really old guys”) love to go on about the wonderful history of the game, and all the legends and curses and bylaws. While some are relevant, most of them are convoluted and too hard to remember – not to mention morally ambiguous. Cheating is generally OK as long as you don’t get caught. And really, after enough time, even the most despicable characters just become “colorful.” There are tons more: Don’t walk across the mound unless you’re the pitcher. Stealing signs is okay as long as you don’t use binoculars or other technology. Never mention a no-hitter while it’s in progress. It’s fine to throw at one of their batters if their pitcher threw at one of yours (deliberately or not). It’s also fine to throw at a batter if someone from his team threw at one of yours the year before. Great message for the kids: “Don’t worry, revenge is fine ... just make sure you attack someone guaranteed not to fight back, like Derek Jeter.” I realize that disparaging our national pastime isn’t the most popular course of action, but like America’s political system (ideally), healthy discourse and civil disagreements lead to the betterment of the situation for all parties. Baseball has some of the most loyal and passionate fans in the world, and it’s a game that is supported across the globe with a mix of fervor and respect that few other sports can hope to match, “but with great power comes great responsibility.” Baseball legend Ty Cobb said that right before he punched out a fan that couldn’t fight back, because he only had one hand. by William Knous, editorial@h3-media.com B S C E N E M AG.COM

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