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Inside this issue ON THE COVER

Sexton Farms – Jefferson, NC............................................................. 6 & 7

Knoxville, TN How To Advertise or request a media kit Contact Terry Patterson 865-242-1512 patterson8865@bellsouth.net Publisher: Terry Patterson Designer: Head on the Wall Productions Social Media: Heather Lee Spokesperson: Eva Queesenberry & Savannah Distribution Areas

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Historic Marble Springs............................................................................ 21 Small Business Saturday........................................................................... 19

micaville, Nc

One Of A Kind Gallery............................................................................. 16

Burnsville, NC

Feature Story............................................................................................. 12 Something Special.................................................................................... 13 Southern Drifters....................................................................................... 12 The Walking Tour..................................................................................... 16

Spruce Pine, nc

Rocks and Things...................................................................................... 17

Waynesville, NC

Waynesville Inn.......................................................................................... 8

Special story

Veterans..................................................................................................... 10

Savannah Recommends

Be sure to support all our Local Businesses that are advertising this month during Small Business Saturday, November 24th.

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See Sabrina Hureys ad on page 8 for more info. Capt. Owen S Haddock USAF (FMR) & Major General John R D’Araujo Jr. USA Ret. MOWW features great information programs on the second Wednesday of each month. We meet at Rothschilds Catering, 8807 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923 between 11 AM and 1 PM. GEN. D’Araujo Jr. was our honored speaker in December. MG D’Araujo Jr. was Director of Army National Guard until retiring in 1995. After retiring Gen. D’Araujo Jr. worked in the areas of homeland defense and military policy for Dept of Homeland Security and Dept of Defense. By Owen S. Haddock Military Editor “Mountain Escapes”, Knoxville Chapter Military Order of the World Wars, Vietnam War Advisor to MG James E. Livingston USMC Ret (Medal of Honor) Member Air Commando Association, DFC Society, Order of the Daedalians, Counterparts (Association of Veterans of the Second Indochina War & Their Counterparts) www. counterparts.net , Air Force Association, American Legion, Navy League and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1078. Important references correcting Vietnam War History: www.vvfh.org, www.valuesvirturesandoutcomes.net, and www.stolenvalor.com

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Minnie Mouse is ready for Thanksgiving, are you?

John Patterson

Thank you for the use of your photo that was mistakenly placed in the ad for the

Rogersville Heritage Association Old Timey Festival in our September issue.

West Jefferson, nc

where the summers are always in the 70’s

The Winter Season Is Upon Us!

A Season of

LIVE!

The Ashe County Arts Council in West Jefferson, North Carolina has full season of the arts! Holiday activities include...

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Song and Dance Holiday Show with Two on Tap, Tree Fest Exhibit Saturday with Santa Ralph Stanley II &The Clinch Mountain Boys / January19th, Ruger Brothers / February 16th Molly Tuttle / March 9th

Madrigal Dinners November 16-17 Jefferson Landing

Join us for our annual

Martin Luther King Day Celebration with singer/songwriter Reggie Harris at the Ashe Arts Center.

Our small concert series at the Ashe Arts Center will feature

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Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Hass / February 7th The Raleigh Flute Choir / March 23rd.

For more information and tickets please call 336-846-2787.

Coffee House

The Kruger Brothers February 16 Ashe Civic Center

WKSK Live Bluegrass Show December 1, February 2, March 2 Ashe Civic Center

Two on Tap Happy Holidays Show

November 29 Ashe Civic Center

Coffee House Live! January 5 & March 9 WJUMC Hensley Hall

Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas February 7 Ashe Arts Center

For more information call 336.846-2787 Ashe County Arts Council, 303 School Avenue, West Jefferson, NC 28694

336.846-2787 www.ashecountyarts.org

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Frosty’s choose and cut is the child- that Sexton Farms and the beautiful Fraser Fir Christmas trees have become a holiday symbol lohood dream of three brothers. Founded when Andrew, Matthew, cally and all around the country. This has been a and Thomas were all still in school, source of great pride and satisfaction to all of the extended Sexton family. The Sexton brothers have the business gives the brothers a sense of purpose and created a local business that provides premium accomplishment. The love of christ- Christmas trees and an unforgettable experience mas trees is instilled in the blood of for the whole family. Selecting,and cutting “the the brothers. They have taken the tree”, along with making your own wreath or garland generates the highest level of pleasure and fourth generation of Sexton’s Christmas tree farms and the beautiful Fraser Fir satisfaction for their customers. Frosty’s is into the 21st century. Frosty’s was founded in 2002, dedicated to growing premium trees for their forty-two years after their great grandfather plantedextraordinary clientele. It is their hope that each the first FraserFir Christmas trees. Byron Sexton’s freshly cutFraser Fir Christmas tree will create vision has endured for over 55 years and is still go- and capture the true holiday spirit for every visiting family. ing strong. Frosty’s choose and cut is another facet of an ongoing business that is still developing. As the brothers grow older they appreciate the fact

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The dates have changed from the Thanksgiving weekend to the first Saturday and Sunday in December first and second. The hours are the same, 10am-5pm each day and the same mountain Christmas tradition. The Western Carolina University Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, NC is still the

location and original art and crafts at great prices are the same. This year’s show features fresh mountain greenery wreaths, gingerbread ornaments and live guitar music from Ronnie Evans. One hundred regional artisans will be selling their handwork.

For all the information,visit the web site www.Mountainartisans.Net Doris Hunter, show producer djhunter155@gmail.com

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Honoring Those Who Served The Tennessee Veterans Pin is awarded by the State of Tennessee - Also featured is Volunteer Veterans Pin presented by the University of Tennessee. Both are proudly worn by Capt. Owen S. Haddock USAF (FMR) National Security Chair. Military Order of World Wars.

L to R: Col. Paula F. Penson USAF, Ret., Col Kerry R. Lovely USAF, Capt. Joni Morgan USN, Ret., and Col. Mary D. Lutz USA Ret., after hearing Col. Lovely speak, gather to plan career development for girls. Starting with the Girl Scouts, they hope to example how women can succeed beyond girls and young women’s programs. They met at our regular Military Order of the World Wars meeting Feb. 14, 2018. The Military Order of World Wars meets every second Wednesday of each month between 11 AM and I pm at Rothschild Catering, 8807 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923. Contact: Capt. Owen S. Haddock USAF (FMR) at (865) 693-8170 for more information.

These Patriots Expressed Patriotism Most Eloquently With Their Service

COL. MELVIN DEAN SCHILLER

Col. Schiller, USA Ret. served in WW II with the 10th Mountain Division. When the Korean War broke out, he wound up defending the Pusan Peninsula without adequate equipment and weapons. In the beginning, it appeared to be a suicide mission. In the spirit of American arms they held till reinforcement reversed the situation. He later served as an advisor in Thailand with their forces and US. Special Operations. He also worked with the Air Commandos I later served with in Vietnam. His vast experience in three wars covering a 30 year career was too much for our limited space in this article. Col. Schiller was seriously wounded. A round passed through his head, spun around inside his helmet and exited into and through his upper body, He suffered four wounds with one hit. Above: Col. Melvin Dean Schiller USA Ret. and wife Ceree.

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MIKE BENGE

We honor MG James E. Livingston USMC Ret. on the 56th Anniversary of Medal of Honor Day, March 25th. March 29th was the 50 Anniversary of the Vietnam War. In his March 3, 2016 letter to his fellow veterans the General remarked: “For too many years our service in the Vietnam War has been defined by those who were anxious to blame the United States for every evil in the world. The Media cruelly distorted the public’s view of our service, while trying to force America’s withdrawal.”

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MAJ. LEO HOLLOWAY

Maj. Leo Holloway (top right) is shown with his B-24 crew in the Pacific during WWII. He and three others survived its crash. He is past commander of Knoxville chapter’s Military Order of World Wars and a decorated hero of WWII and Korea. After recovering from second degree burns and near fatal blood loss, he volunteered to fly again in Korea navigating B-26S. I had the honor of presenting Maj. Holloway’s eulogy December 10th, 2016, at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension in Knoxville. Above: Maj. Leo Holloway USAF Ret. Former WW II B-24 Navigator reviews Dr. Robert Montgomery M.D. log book inherited from his uncle Capt. Montgomery. Capt. Montgomery flew as navigator on P -61 twin engined night fighters in Europe in WW II . He pioneered radar interception.

MG JAMES E. LIVINGSTON

Mike Benge wrote last month’s article “Vietnam Womens Memorial”. He also documented the story of nurse Betty Olson, who, like 6 other women was killed by North Vietnamese. The NVA were conducting a policy to eliminate Christians from Dar Lac Province during the TET offensive of 1968. As an AID Provencal Development Officer in January, 1965. he taken prisoner trying to rescue Christian medical personnel from the NVA offensive. He spent 21 months in jungle solitary confinment and spent 1,864 days in confinement. Incredibly, Mike, after his release on March 5, 1973, returned to South Vietnam and continued to work with the Ministry of Ethnic Minorities until 1974. He retired from USAID and currently serves as Senior Advisor to the Montagnard Human Rights Organization based in Raliegh, North Carolina.

FREDDIE J. OWENS

Freddie J. Owens is a true hero, not only for his Bronze Star, he was awarded for actions in the Ia Drang Valley, Vietnam, but also for his work today as a Vet to Vet TN facilitator and mentor. The Ia Drang Valley was one of the most brutal battles in the Vietnam War. It was where the North Vietnamese learned close “hand to hand” combat was the way to limit our use of overwhelming firepower. Freddie survived that ferocious action only to loose 341 of his !st Air Calvary Division brothers. The North Vietnamese lost over 1,000 men. When he returned, he was haunted by memories of those left behind and coping with the merrygo-round of head, heart and gut. While Faith provided final answers, he Bronze Star courage allowed him to climb out of his feelings and trust a power greater than himself. This acceptance is the sign of a true hero.

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Discover the Talent of the Toe River Valley

As the holiday season approaches, the Toe River Arts Council in Burnsville, North Carolina, readies for its annual holiday Studio Tour, Nov. 30-Dec. 2. While

provide opportunities for them to welcome guests into their studios. One hundred thirteen artists and galleries will participate in the upcoming tour. For vis tour offers a glimpse behind the scenes, a look at the pottery wheels, glass-blowing furnaces and paintersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; easels. The event guides people along mountain up winding driveways and into coves where artists create. The mountains of Western North Carolina have long been a haven for artists, and the studio tour reveals the majestic scenery that inspires the creatives wh place home. The nearby Penland School of Crafts draws artists and crafters to the area to hone their skills, and once they fall for the Blue Ridge Mountains, t to stay. The Toe River Valley is particularly known for its collection of glassblowers. Some of the best glassblowers in the country reside and work here. In add glass artists, the tour includes potters, painters, sculptors, fiber artists, jewelry makers, blacksmiths, carvers and mixed-media artists. Approximately 20 parti demonstrate their craft during the three-day event. The tour also provides an opportunity to purchase meaningful gifts that support local arts and come with a story behind them. Spending a day winding th countryside of Yancey and Mitchell counties, chatting with artists about their work, enjoying refreshments and music is one of the most enjoyable ways to C shop. The Toe River Studio Tour guidebook provides a full list of participants, photos of their work and maps to their studios. The guides are available at part studios, as well as the Toe River Arts Council galleries in Burnsville and Spruce Pine.

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A digital version is available for download at www.ToeRiverArts.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday through Sunday. The event is free and self-guided. To learn more about Burnsville and explore lodging options, go to www.YanceyChamber.com or call (828) 682-7413

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A place for outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of Nature, Art, & culture. Home to the highest peak east of the Mississippi!

Holiday Shopping in KICKs Burnsville HOLIDAY ShOPPING IN BURNsVILLE WITh TWO

Holiday shopping in Burnsville kicks off with two spectacular events at Something sPECTACULAR hRIsTMAs EVENTsChristmas AT Special Gift Shop and Monkey Business Toy Shop in November. First up on the calendar is the OMEThINGChristmas PECIALOpen IFTHouse hOPonAND ONKEY UsINEss OY 16-18. hOP This 32nd Anniversary Thursday thru Saturday, November is the biggest sales event of the year IN with big savings throughout both stores. In addition to OVEMbER the savings, they will also be drawing for over $200 in gift certificates, serving refreshments Firstextended up on the calendar is (8am-8pm). the 33rd anniversary christmas open on on all and have shopping hours And as always, they offer freehouse wrapping thursday saturday, November 15-17. This is the biggest sales event purchases andthrough free personalization on ornaments!

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offollowing the year week with big throughout stores. The aftersavings Thanksgiving is their both Annual Mystery Sale on Friday & Saturday, In addition to the savings, there will also be a drawing for stores over as $200 in come November 24 & 25. This sale is always one of the favorite events at the families certificates, serving refreshments and have extended in gift and enjoy the hot cider and Moravian cookies while they shop for shopping Christmas. hours And everyone gets savings of 10-50% their entire purchases (determined by their savings slip at time of (8am-8pm), and as off always, we offer free wrapping purchase). on all purchases and free personalization on ornaments!The following week

after thanksgiving, friday saturday, November the annual Burnsville is situated in the heartand of the Blue Ridge mountains23 and&is24, wellisworth the short drive to mystery experiencesale! the hometown that itone is widely for. Something Gift Shop this sale charm is always of theknown favorites events atSpecial the stores as and Monkey Business Shopenjoy are located at 12 and Westmoravian Main Street,cookies one block fromthey the picturesque families comeToy in and hot cider while shop Town Square. For more information on these events or the shops in general, check them out on for christmas and everyone gets a savings of 10%-50% off their entire purFacebook or call 828-682-9101. chases (determined by the savings slip at the time of purchase). Burnsville is situated in the heart of blue ridge mountains and is well worth the short drive to experience itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hometown charm that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s widely for having. Something special gift shop and monkey business toy shop is located at 12 west main street, one block from the picturesque town square.

For more information on these events or the shops in general, check us out on facebook or call 828-682-9101.

Noelle Boutique Fashions Simply Southern Christmas Decor & More

Melissa & Doug Toys Breyer Horses Games, Puzzles, Crafts & More

EVENTS 32nd Christmas Open House Thurs-Sat, Nov. 16-18 8am - 8pm

Annual Mystery Sale Fri & Sat, Nov. 24 & 25 8am - 7pm

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Celebrating 6 Years in 2018! Come Have lunch and shop!

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GIFT CERTIFICATES Gift Baskets – Ready to go or Design Your Own! Gift items, Party Platters & More!

Guided walking tour of downtown Burnsville, History & Humor Walking Tour Called history & humor walking tours, they are literal walks down memory lane... mostly the nostalgic memories and amusing stories of oldtimers. The tours are free for a limited time, in exchange for feedback, i.e. thoughts, impressions, and suggestions. They’ll be held a few times in the afternoons of decent weather days in early November. Ann Berdeen, proprietor and guide, said, anyone who’d like to have a little free fun in advance of going public, call me at 828 678-9511 or 828 208-0287, or email burnsvilletourco@gmail.Com.

You never know what you'll see on a History & Humor Walking Tour

ONE OF A KIND ART GALLERY flourishes in Historic Micaville Store

One of a Kind Art Gallery, celebrating its seventh year of operation, continues to grow with the works of over 170 local artists and craftspeople in the nostalgic Old Micaville Country Store. Kari Weaver, owner and operator of OOAK welcomes you to come on in and enjoy the fine, folk and funky local art. The selection of artwork includes pottery, jewelry, paintings, prints, photography, lamps, glass, woodworking, and more. The mountains of Western North Carolina are home to a diverse and vibrant art community, and OOAK offers a broad representation of the creative work being done here. Artwork is uniquely displayed in the vintage 1922 building which retains much of its original architecture still in place, right down to the original hardwood floor and windows. OOAK is a participating Gallery in the Toe River Arts Holiday Studio Tour which is perhaps the largest and the longest running studio tour in the country. The Tour takes place November 30 through December 2, 10:00am to 5:00pm all three days. OOAK also hosts the Micaville Music Thursday Concert Series, every Thursday (with the exception of the third Thursday each month) from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. November 1 is Evan Baker. November 8 is Kare Strong and November 29 is Susan Garriques. Micaville Music is proud to be a part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina.

Come visit us and stay awhile. Hours are 10:00am to 5:30 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 5:00pm on Sunday. We are open 7 days a week through the first week of January.Micaville is located 4 miles east of Burnsville, NC, 9 miles west of Spruce Pine, NC, and 14 miles north of BRP milepost 344 at the intersection of Hwy 80 S and Micaville Loop on the Mt Mitchell Scenic Byway. Parking is available in front of the church, across the street in the empty lot and in the old Taylor Togs parking lot. For more information, please call 828-675-0690, email ooakartgallery@gmail.com, or visit us on Facebook or ooakartgallery.com

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