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JAMA Food Pantry...............2 Accepting donations to help serve those in need

Susan G. Komen E. Tenn......2

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A S p e c i a l Ed i t i o n o f t h e K i n gs p o r t T i m e s N e ws

Offering a way to ‘tee it up’ during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Mountain Empire CC...........2 Announcing a TRIO grant

Carol Stone Piano Studio...3 Celebrating students’ successes

Sunday Scrapbook..............4 Sharing reader photos

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Bristol Motor Speedway will host the 2020 Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Saturday, Sept. 12. The opening ceremonies for the sixth annual event will start at 9 a.m. with the climb set to begin at 9:30 a.m. The event is limited to 343 climbers, each of whom will honor a fallen hero.

Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb moves to BMS Submitted by Barry Brickey The Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb will look a little different this year.

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The sixth annual event, scheduled for Sept. 12, will give climbers the opportunity to tackle the Last Great Colosseum: Bristol Motor Speedway.

“By relocating our event to a large outdoor facility and by implementing procedures, including hand sanitizing stations, social distancing and NASCAR MEDIA masks being worn in common areas, we are planning the event with Safety is at the forefront of the decision to move this year’s Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to the spacious safety at the forefront,” a press Bristol Motor Speedway. At right, drivers navigate the high banks of Bristol — without fans present — during the release issued Wednesday said.

NASCAR Xfinity Series Cheddar’s 300 presented by Alsco on June 1. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) The event consists of individuals climbing 110 floors, the height of the World Trade Center. Each climber carries an ID tag of a fallen hero from 9/11, and rings a bell to announce the name of that hero.

nearly $150,000 has been raised for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Proceeds benefit the FDNY Counseling Services Unit and the programs provided by the NFFF to support our nation’s fallen firefighters.

“The Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb is an opportunity for anyone in the community to demonstrate respect and admiration for these courageous (individuals) who gave their lives trying to save others. We are excited to work with Bristol Motor Speedway to show the community that we will never forget,” said Climb Coordinator Andrew Catron.

“We are honored to have Bristol Motor Speedway serve as the location for this year’s Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb,” said Jerry Caldwell, executive vice president and general manager for Bristol Motor Speedway.

Since the event’s inception in the Tri-Cities,

“We are proud to do our part to help pay tribute and remember all of the men and women who selflessly gave their lives while trying to save others at the World Trade Center

on that fateful September day in 2001.”

The Tri-Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb will take place Saturday, Sept. 12. Climber check-in begins at 7 a.m. with opening ceremonies slated for 9 a.m.

The event is limited to 343 climbers, and no onsite registration will be offered. Anyone interested in participating must register online at http://events.firehero.org/tricities. Registration will remain open until the 343 slots are filled.

Those who want to support the event, without the climb, can do so by donating online. There are also sponsorship opportunities available.

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JAMA pantry in need of donations, still providing food for those in need Submitted by Trevor Rice

The world has changed; the need in the community has not.

Jonesborough’s Area Ministerial Association is seeking non-perishable food donations and volunteers.

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Golfers can support Komen East Tennessee during Breast Cancer Awareness month in October by participating in the ‘Tee it Up for Breast Cancer’ Golf Tournament hosted

by Cattails at MeadowView.

JAMA holds its food distribution day every Thursday from 9 a.m. until noon. In addition, in an effort to help serve people who work, the association announced this week it will extend its hours on the third Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. starting Thursday, Aug. 20.

JAMA is requesting any donation of non-perishable food products be dropped off at: • Jonesborough Senior Center parking lot, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Jonesborough United Methodist Church, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

The biggest needs are for any kind of canned meat; canned pasta, such as ravioli and Spaghetti O’s; peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers; and bread.

During this time of year, the association is also looking for any fresh produce and asks that it be delivered on Thursday mornings at 8:30 a.m. JAMA also accepts monetary donations for food which can be sent to: JAMA Food Pantry, P.O. Box 151 Jonesborough, TN 37659.

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The biggest needs at the JAMA Food Pantry are for any kind of canned meat; canned pasta, such as ravioli and Spaghetti O’s; peanut butter and jelly in plastic containers; and bread.

The JAMA Food Pantry serves residents with a Jonesborough, Telford or Limestone address. Anyone who needs to pick up food should bring a picture ID, proof of residency (electric or water bill) and proof of income. Those with zero income can sign an affidavit saying so. Based on the USDA rules that JAMA Food Pantry follows, clients can visit the food pantry once every 30 days or every four weeks.

For more information about the program, call Pastor and JAMA President Karen Lane at (423) 753-3942.

Mountain Empire receives $1.7 million TRIO grant Submitted by Dr. Amy Greear

Mountain Empire Community College has received a $1.7 million U.S. Department of Education TRIO grant to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds in completing a college degree.

TRIO programs provide academic tutoring, personal counseling, mentoring, financial guidance and other supports necessary for educational access and retention. The TRIO program has been in existence on MECC’s campus since 1983. More than 800,000 low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities, from sixth grade through college graduation, are served by over 3,100 programs nationally.

“We are excited and fortunate that MECC will be able to build on the success of 37 years of impactful programming through TRIO grants,” said MECC President Kristen Westover.

“The grant process is competitive, and with both a strong application and history, we were successful in ensuring the program’s continuance.”

MECC applied for and was awarded the competitive grant, one of 1,311 colleges to do so nationwide. The College TRIO program currently serves 175 students annually. The grant is funded for a five-year period.

“This is an incredible opportunity to continue the success of this longstanding program,” said TRIO Director Jessica Ketron. “The impact of supporting students for a 37-year span can now continue to subsequent generations and help increase college degree attainment in MECC’s service region. This grant provides the opportunity to support students from the beginning of their college journey all the way thru to graduation.”

Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year public college serving residents of Dickenson, Lee, Scott, Wise and the city of Norton. The college offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs, with 96% of students receiving federal, state and/or scholarship financial assistance. To learn more about the TRIO programs, including registrations for TRIO services, contact Ketron at (276) 523-2400, ext. 342, or email jketron@mecc.edu.

Tournament offers chance to ‘Tee it Up for Breast Cancer’ Submitted by Lori Brown

Susan G. Komen East Tennessee is offering golfers a new way to “Tee it Up for Breast Cancer.”

The annual golf tournament, hosted by Cattails at MeadowView, is changing with the times by offering participants a chance to play any day during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October and still be part of the greater good with net proceeds benefiting Susan G. Komen East Tennessee.

Participants register at www.KomenEastTN.org/ TeeItUp to receive a confirmation and instructions about how to set up a tee time. When golfers check in at their scheduled time, they will receive a goody bag, which may include a door prize. Once the round is complete, golfers simply turn in their scorecards to the ProShop staff in order to be included in the team awards which will be given out at the end of October.

The net proceeds from the event will benefit Komen® East Tennessee’s Tri-Cities Region supporting programs that provide screening and diagnostic services, as well as Komen’s Patient Financial Assistance Program throughout the 24-county service area.

The cost is $100 per player, which will include golf and cart fees, goody bag (with possible door prize), team awards and a $10 credit to be used in the ProShop’s snack bar.

Since 1997, Susan G. Komen East Tennessee has invested over $10.6 million dollars in local breast health and breast cancer awareness projects in 24 counties. To learn more, visit www.KomenEastTN.org/ TeeItUp or call the office at (423) 765-9313.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF GEORGE AND CAROL STONE

Students, with their certificates and medals, include (from left) Xavier Crow, Level C; Hannah Fantin, Level V; Emmy Nannenga, Level II; Ashlyn Kirk, Level II; Sadie Farmer, Level I; Esme Lin, Level I; Jessie Gu, Level IV; Micah Findley, Level C; Ben Tedder, Level IV; and Emily Cai, Level V. Oliver Arrowsmith, Level C, is not pictured. At right, Carol Stone pauses for a photo with Micah Findley. Below, Stone congratulates Sadie Farmer (left) and Emily Cai (right).

Local music students take part in online Piano Olympics Submitted by George Stone

With so many auditions and recitals canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, piano students haven’t had much to celebrate this year.

That changed Saturday, July 25, for musicians in the Carol Stone Piano Studio when the students got the opportunity to perform in a Peskanov Piano Olympics Awards Recital.

The students participated in an online Piano Olympics with Alexander Peskanov, during which they performed their level requirements for him to evaluate. Upon passing their levels, the students were awarded a Piano Olympics Certificate signed by Peskanov. It was a very positive experience for students and parents.

Four students also auditioned for the Appalachian Music Teachers Association (AMTA) at the local level. All performances were recorded and uploaded for the judges to evaluate.

Three students — Emmy Nannenga, Jessie Gu and Emily Cai — received a Superior rating at the Tennessee Music Teacher Association (TMTA) state level. All four students — including Sadie Farmer —received a Superior rating at the local level.

Three performers — Emily Cai, Hannah Fantin and Ben Tedder — have already played in Carnegie Hall. Two senior students, Hannah Fantin and Ben Tedder, will be auditioning for piano majors or minors.

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Patriot Pride Submitted by Andy Hare More than 100 Sullivan East High School students and staff had a great evening Tuesday, July 28, at the third annual “Back to School Work Day.” Members of Patriot Nation came together to complete multiple beautification projects from painting to mulching all across the campus.

Morning Pointe of Greeneville Resident Celebrates 107th Birthday Enjoying a Play Day Submitted by Suzanne Manis Aubrey Thacker enjoys playing at Riverfront Park in Kingsport.

Submitted by Emily D. Hodge Morning Pointe of Greeneville resident Katherine Anderson recently celebrated her 107th birthday.

In honor of her special day, the assisted living community hosted a small gathering of fellow residents, complete with German chocolate cake and other refreshments.

Anderson also celebrated with her family via FaceTime.

Butterfly Landing at Asbury Place Submitted by Nancy V. Knight Butterfly watching (and “catching” them with my camera) has given me joy, hope and peace during the pandemic. If God cares enough to guide these creatures through the metamorphosis process from caterpillar to butterfly, how much more will He care for us?