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Kiffin, again
Marvin West wonders what might have been if Lane Kiffin were still Tennessee’s coach. Probation? See Marvin’s story on page 5
Almost 1,000 people attended the Arts & Culture Alliance presentation “A Battle of the Mediums: Oil versus Water,” a new exhibition of watercolors and oils by local artists Steve Black and Betty Bullen. An opening reception took place Aug. 3. See Cindy’s story on page 3
NEIGHBORHOOD BUZZ
Jones, Cox big winners Property Assessor Donna B. Jones was reelected with 70 percent of the vote over challenger Brenda Jessee on Aug. 2. David Cox won a closer race for road superintendent, taking 52 percent of the vote over Johnny Merritt and Lucinda Hopper. Cox said he will give “everyone a chance to work” who is currently employed in the road superintendent’s office. The vote was 1973 for Cox to 1660 for Merritt in unofficial results. Election officials said results would be certified last Thursday. “The numbers may change, but not the outcomes.” Dr. Mary Headrick of Union County won the Democratic nomination to challenge U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleischmann in November. State Rep. Frank Niceley was nominated for state senator, topping Union County Commissioner Jeff Brantley and others. Union County school board will have two new members: Marty E. Gibbs from District 1 and Brad Griffey from District 2. Board chair Brian Oaks, running unopposed, had a scare. He got 253 votes while a write-in candidate got 222 in unofficial returns. – S. Clark
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A lot of people have visited the John Harvey Carr home in the past few months, but his daughter Louise wasn’t one of them – until the day a friend wanted to see where Louise grew up. Louise Carr Brogan left her family home to pursue a career in nursing when she was 18 years old. In July, at the young age of 92, Louise was able to come back for a visit thanks to the restoration of the home for the opening of the Union County Arts Cooperative. When word got out that Brogan was there, former neighbors and family friends flocked to the house to greet her. “One of my friends wanted to see where I grew up,” said Brogan. “She drove us up here and we were so excited when we saw what had been done to the house and found out we could come in and visit. It was great to see what had been done and visit with old friends.” Brogan, a sister and two brothers were raised in the historic John Harvey Carr home that now houses the Cooperative. She can tell some tales of the old days of Union County and a few pretty horrific tales of what people had to go through to get medical care. Dr. Carr practiced from the home and the small office that still stands on one corner of the property. “My father was the only doctor for miles and he had to treat whatever came through the door,” said Brogan. “The only way most people could pay was with chickens and homegrown vegetables or meat.” Brogan was born to John Harvey Carr and Ida Snoderly Carr in 1920. Dr. Carr passed away in 1936 when Brogan was only 16. Her mother was left to raise four children and gave piano lessons in the home to help make ends meet. “My mother or daddy didn’t either one want me to go into nursing,” said Brogan. “My mother always hoped I would go into the music field.” But nursing won Brogan’s heart. Having grown up helping her father in his medical practice, caring for others was instilled in the young girl’s soul, even though she was privy to some things that would curl
Union County Mayor Mike Williams greets Louise Carr Brogan. Williams took piano lessons in the Carr home from Ida Carr when he was a child. Photos submitted
the toes of the faint-hearted. “There was a bad truck accident where a girl had a leg cut off,” said Brogan. “I helped daddy staunch the blood until she could be taken to a hospital.” There were also stories of how teeth were pulled with no anesthesia and the screaming that reverberated down Main Street. Brogan said that becoming a registered nurse in the early 1900s was not an easy achievement. She trained in Detroit and came back to Tennessee to work at St. Mary’s Hospital. She met and married Malcolm Brogan and they had two sons: Terry, deceased, and Dennis, who is often Brogan’s chauffeur. Mal Brogan owned and operated a printing company in Fountain City. He was active in the Lions Club and in maintenance of Fountain City Park.
Louise Carr Brogan with two of her favorites: son Dennis Brogan and a welltraveled jacket. The jacket is covered with patches from Louise’s world travTo page A-4 els acquired during her second career as a tour guide. Photo by C. Taylor
From ferry to farm Clayton Helms steps down
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By Cindy Taylor In the 28 years Clayton Helms has been with the Union County Highway Department, he has paved more than 800 miles of roads. Come Sept. 1, Helms will be retiring from the department and handing the wheel to David Cox, who was elected Aug. 2 as the new superintendent of roads. Union County has changed a lot in those 28 years. Helms said the main difference is in the cost to maintain roads. During the time he was superintendent, Helms never requested a tax increase for roads but cost was always an issue. “I wish David good luck with his new job,” said Helms. “When
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Bill Clinton was president, a tanker of tar was $2,700. Only two presidents later that same tanker runs $12,000.”
The city of Maynardville has approached the Union County Soon to be Board of Education about buildex-superining a 3/4 mile walking trail at tendent of Union County the front of Union County High Roads Clayton School to extend from Durham Drive over to the Shell station. Helms in City Manager Jack Rhyne was his favorite on the school board’s workshop setting: agenda to “put out a feeler.” anywhere Rhyne said the city council outside. Photo has not yet voted on the projby C.Taylor ect which would be funded with a matching grant with the city providing labor. The trail would make a circle, he said, and be similar to the trail at the DeRoyHelms was born and raised al plant in Tazewell. in Union County and remained The project would include two here except for the four years bridges to cross the creek and To page A-3 some benches.
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Coffee Break with
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Union County Chamber of Commerce president Julie Graham moved to East Tennessee in 2004. Her stint with the Chamber has been rewarding not only for her, but especially for the people of Union County who have seen vast improvements in areas of tourism and agri-tourism since Graham took on the role of president/CEO in 2008. Graham’s sparkling blue eyes radiate a warmth and intelligence. She reassures those who are just looking for maps or directions that Union County is a great place to visit. Ask any member of the Chamber board who probably will talk nonstop about the many successes Graham has achieved for the county, yet she refuses to take any credit. “I have been fortunate to have worked with so many wonderful people,” said Graham. “Without their leadership and volunteer spirit, much of what we (the Chamber) have accomplished would not have happened.” Graham and husband Fred have been married 31 years. They claim two children and one dog. Son Chris is a professional engineer and daughter Lindsay handles video production for Savannah College of Art and Design. Both reside in Savannah, Ga. Canine friend Rudy is a wild boy who loves hiking and cross-country skiing. Sit and have a Coffee Break as you get to know Julie Graham:
What is your favorite quote from TV or a movie? “ ‘I guarantee a week won’t go by in your life you won’t regret walking out, letting them get the best of you. Do you hear me clear enough?’ from ‘Rudy.’ ”
What are you guilty of? “Going to bed before 8 p.m. most nights.”
What is your favorite material possession? “Any of my daughter’s or son’s artwork.”
What are you reading currently? “ ‘Runaway’ by Alice Munro.”
What was your most embarrassing moment? “Speaking at a scientific symposium, I started laughing and couldn’t stop.”
What are the top three things on your bucket list? “1. Ski across the Dolly Sods on Blackbird Trail; 2. Vacation at Tofino; 3 Go to Telluride Bluegrass Festival.”
Neva Kitts and Julie Graham work on a mailing for the Union County Chamber of Commerce. Photo by C.Taylor
What is one word others often use to describe you and why? “Intense, because most people only see me when I am in work mode.”
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? “To be better at graciously declining or saying no.”
What is your passion? “People, environment, the arts. … In any community that I have lived, I will get actively involved. In my current job, I am only required to work 15 to 20 hours, but I routinely work many more as a volunteer on multiple boards, committees, etc. in both Tennessee and West Virginia.”
With whom, living or dead, would you most like to have a long lunch?
What is the best present you ever received in a box? “A pair of Nike sneakers in white and red.”
What is the best advice your mother ever gave you? “Stand up straight – you will look taller.”
What is your social media of choice? “Email.”
What is the worst job you have ever had? Phlebotomist in a multispecialty clinic including oncology and pediatrics.”
What was your favorite Saturday morning cartoon and why? “Chip and Dale – They annoyed Donald Duck by just existing and being chipmunks.”
What irritates you?
“Any one of my friends that I have not seen in awhile. Having moved several times, each one represents a time in my life that it would be great to revisit.”
“Having a conversation with people who are looking at their cellphone or iPad.”
Other than your parents, who has had the biggest influence on your life and why?
“Norris Lake – any cove, island or public land area – to appreciate what Union County has with this great asset.”
“A college professor who epitomized a life of service to his students, community and foreign communities in South America and Africa. We worked on corn hybrids and yam hybrids that could grow in less than optimal conditions, so that these countries could provide sufficient food from their own farmers.”
I still can’t quite get the hang of … “Relaxing.”
What’s one place in Union County everyone should visit?
What is your greatest fear? “Amusement park rides. I hate roller coasters!!!!!!”
If you could do one impulsive thing, what would it be? “Say exactly what I mean!” It can be your neighbor, club leader, bridge partner, boss, father, teacher – anyone you think would be interesting to Union County Shopper-News readers. Email suggestions to Cindy Taylor, brentcindyt@gmail.com. Include contact info if you can.
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UNION COUNTY SHOPPER-NEWS • AUGUST 11, 2012 • 3 Willow Ridge Care has also nominated House for district and statewide honors through the Tennessee Health Care Association’s (THCA) Caregiver of the Year program. Six district winners, one from each of THCA’s six geographical districts (Memphis, Jackson, Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville and East Tennessee), will be recognized during the association’s Annual Convention and Trade Show Aug. 19-22 at the Chattanooga Convention Center. From the six district winners, the statewide Caregiver of the Year will be selected. The statewide Caregiver of the Year will be named and honored on Nursing Home Caregiver Appreciation Day, Nov. 16, in a ceremony at their facility.
Oil vs. water Almost 1,000 people attended the Arts & Culture Alliance presentation “A Battle of the Mediums: Oil versus Water,” a new exhibition of watercolors and oils by local artists Steve Black and Betty Bullen. An opening reception took place as part of First Friday activities Aug. 3.
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Black and Bullen met through the Tennessee Artist’s Association, and while they have known each other for only a few years, they have chaired exhibitions and worked on many projects together. “Oil versus Water” is their first exhibition together. Bullen is a traditional oil painter living in Luttrell who is actively involved with the Tennessee Artist’s Association and the Arts & Culture Alliance. She initially studied with master artist Dean Fisher when he taught at UT and has since developed her skills through extensive studies with nationallyrecognized master painters such as David Leffel, Robert Johnson and Tom Browning at the Scottsdale Artist School in Arizona. Stephen H. Black is a native East Tennessean residing in Knoxville. Primarily a self-taught artist, he began painting shortly after high school and studied under Ted Burnett, a local artist specializing in ca-
From ferry to farm he was away in the armed forces. He ran for road superintendent when there were 300 to 400 miles of rock roads in the county. Once elected Helms was successful in getting the roads tarred and chipped. “I ran for the job to get
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sein and watercolor. Black painted in oils and other mixed media for many years. In 2008 he began working with watercolors, acrylics and dyes under the direction of watercolorist Joe Trout. Black’s work is currently on exhibit at Franklin Gallery in West Knoxville. Black will have a solo exhibition at Farragut’s Red Line Gallery in October. “The opening reception
Steve Black and Betty Bullen stand in front of one of Bullen’s largest oil paintings “Poppy Field” and beside two of Black’s smaller abstract paintings. Photo submitted
Kelly House, RN, has been named facility Caregiver of the Year for 2012 by Willow Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center. Nursing was never in the plans for House, even
with a mother who pushed her toward that career. Her career of choice was law enforcement. But when House became a mother, she needed a job on third shift and ended up working at hospitals and care facilities that could accommodate the hours she needed. At one point House was going to school while working 64 hours a week at three jobs. House has been with Willow Ridge for three years. “This was completely unexpected,” said House. “When you read why Rebecca nominated me, it sounds like I did a lot and had a busy year. You just do your job and don’t really think about how much you’re doing.” House quit school, had her children, then went back for her GED and then on to college. Her children
are grown and House is continuing her medical career. She now believes nursing is what she was supposed to do. “Kelly is so great with the patients here,” said Willow Ridge director Rebecca Mills. “One of our patients told me Kelly makes them laugh and keeps their brain busy trying to think of something witty to say back to her. If laughter is truly medicine for the soul then Kelly gives the best medicine available.” House has also received the Caring Hearts Award from Alzheimer’s Tennessee, employee of the month for March 2011 and the Tennessee Health Care Association’s scholarship in 2011. In her spare time she plays the Easter Bunny, organizes events and feeds the feathered friends at Willow Ridge.
trict, mostly because of the ferry. Helms was on the people out of the dust,” job when Helms Ferry said Helms. (named after him) was esIn the beginning he only tablished, and he was rereceived two or three votes sponsible for getting the from the 13th District. As ferry from Roane County he continued to work for to its current home in the people through the Sharps Chapel. years he ended up getWithout the ferry, famting almost 100 percent ily members who lived of the votes from that dis- five minutes from each
other would have to drive 70 miles to visit. The 85foot long, 20-foot wide ferry was hauled by tractor trailer from Clinton to Sharps Chapel under Helm’s supervision. “The highway patrol told us we couldn’t transport the ferry on the road,” said Helms. “I told them they could be responsible for calling
the governor to tell him. They showed up real fast to escort us after that.” Helms said the governor had no idea about the ferry. Helms may be retiring from the highway department but that doesn’t mean he’ll stop working. He has plans to clear land for a shopping center in Maynardville and clean up
Kelly House, Willow Ridge Caregiver of the Year for 2012. Photo by C. Taylor
was so much more than we expected. Steve and I both sold some of our work but it will remain hanging until the end of the exhibit,” said Bullen. “Steve is a brilliant painter who shows that watercolor can also be rich like oil paintings.” The Melting Pot Restaurant catered the event serving chocolate fondue with strawberries, crushed Oreo cookies and marshmallows. Suzanne Cada, the director of the Arts & Cultural Alliance, hung the show. The Arts & Cultural Alliance is the largest supporter and
venue for regional artists in East Tennessee. The exhibition will be displayed in the Balcony at the Emporium Center on Gay St. in downtown Knoxville from Aug. 3-31. ■
House named Caregiver of the year
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Celebrating 3 years of service in our community Byrd’s Mortuary Clarence Byrd, We would like to thank Union County for all the love shown to our family and staff. We would also like to express our appreciation for the cards and calls we have received. You have welcomed us as part of your hometown family and we are honored to be a part of; Union County.
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Jennifer Roark has been chosen for “Who’s Who.” Photo submitted ■
Roark chosen for ‘Who’s Who’
Jennifer Roark, a nursing major from Sharps Chapel, is one of the 50 students selected for membership in “Who’s Who among American Junior College Students.” Roark was selected for membership based on academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities and potential for continued success. Contact: brentcindyt@gmail.com.
acreage on the six farms he owns in Union County. He also wants to work with his paving company and do some traveling with wife Sharon. “I’ll miss my job for a while,” said Helms. “Work is my hobby. The people of Union County have been good to me and I’ve tried to be good back to them.”
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Tips for preventing low back pain
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Chiropractic Outlook By Dr. Darrell Johnson, DC Lower back pain afflicts millions of Americans. Sometimes it may seem as though all your friends are talking about it. As common as lower back pain is, however, you can take steps that will minimize your susceptibility to the problem. Here are some suggestions from the American Chiropractic Association: • When standing, keep one foot slightly in front of the other and your knees bent. This will ease the pressure on the back. • When sitting, try to keep your knees on a line slightly higher than your hips. Keep your head up–it can weigh from eight to 12 pounds–and your back straight. • When carrying something heavy, keep it as close to your body as possible. • When lifting, don’t twist. Twisting is one of the most dangerous motions for your spine. And don’t bend at the waist to pick up a heavy object. Bend at the knees and let your legs, which have the most powerful muscle group in the body, do the work. If an item is too heavy to lift, pushing it is better than pulling it. Ideally, find a friend to help you. • Think about your posture during the day. Stay erect while letting your spine have its natural curve. Keeping your weight under control and your muscles toned will also help prevent low back pain. Regular chiropractic maintenance treatment is also good. Talk with your chiropractor about ways to keep you back pain free. Brought to you as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, TN; 992-7000.
Judy and Wendell Stowers in front of a display. File photo
Whether you can spend 25 cents or hundreds of dollars, if fireworks are in your game plan then Stowers is the place for you. What began as a family business in 1948 on the current site of Cedar Ford Baptist Church has moved and evolved through the years into one of the largest fireworks distributors in the area. The business changed hands a few times before Judy and Wendell Earl Stow-
ers took it over in 1972. The building had no heat and air or restrooms when they arrived and those items have since been added, along with a great deal of square footage in three additions. In spite of battling health issues, the Stowerses try to keep the doors open as often as possible during the off-season and keep regular hours in season. They keep a huge stock of fireworks to give the public multiple choices.
“Consumer fireworks are all we sell and they are safe as long as people follow the directions,” said Stowers. “We have around 500,000 items in peak season.” Stowers stands behind his fireworks saying that they are tested before he gets them and then each batch is tested before he sells it. Stowers prefers the sparklers with wooden sticks called Morning Glory for children rather than the
metal sparklers as they are less likely to cause serious injuries. From Sparklers to MultiLoad Shells, Stowers can meet your needs. Stowers is located in Luttrell at 3211 Highway 61 E with a second location on Maynardville Highway at the Knox/Union County line. Offseason hours are often by appointment so customers are advised to call ahead. Info: 992-8398.
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Dr. John Harvey Carr holds a young Louise on the front porch of the now historic home.
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at the time. True to his prediction he waited until Ida grew up and made her his wife. That is a whole other story we wish we could hear, but Brogan only remembers being told this much, and any others who could tell it have long since passed. “Things were really terrible then but it is a different way of being terrible today in the money world,” said Brogan. “But life is good and as I always say, God is good.”
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Golf tourney to benefit basketball The second annual Union County High and Horace Maynard Middle School basketball benefit golf tournament will be Saturday, Aug. 25, at Three Ridges Golf Course. Format is four person scramble. There will be prizes for the winning team and runner-up and special contests. Free range balls; lunch provided at noon. Shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Deadline to enter is Aug. 18. Info: 406-9810 or email becca577@tds.net.
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UNION COUNTY SHOPPER-NEWS • AUGUST 11, 2012 • 5 0, on the same Saturday Derek Dooley was trying to explain the Kentucky disaster. The question was obviously poetic: Wonder where the Vols would be If Kiffin had stayed at Tennessee? The first answer was “on probation.â€? The second was “Kiffin didn’t beTALES OF TENNESSEE | Marvin West long here. He was never one of us.â€? Tennessee people who cheered bout the time Lane Kiffin land- havior, no more wrecked courtesy his arrival jeered his departure. ed in Los Angeles and mat- cars, no more wild and crazy risks. Lane was lame, decent as an oftress fires were going out in Knox- All was quiet on the western front. fensive coach but suspect as a huville, I told myself not to waste any Southern Cal went on serious man being. Zero loyalty, questionmore words on the boy coach who probation. God was watching. New able character. And his right-hand wanted to be Steve Spurrier. athletic director Pat Haden was all man, Ed Orgeron, was worse. Kiffin cooperated. He stopped business. Be careful. Be nice. They actually tried to steal early throwing verbal hand grenades. In Alas and alas, the NCAA-hand- enrollees. Blatant bandits! the two years and several months icapped team won 10 games last What’s more, daddy Kiffin had that followed, he seemed almost season at the exact time Tennes- no clue how to defend the wildcat subdued on TV. see was losing seven. Kiffin was formation. Good riddance. There were rumors that Kif- exalted for his ability to manage Critics piled on. Of all the comfin was growing up. He loved his the penalty. plaints I heard, my favorite was dream job. No more far-out beSouthern Cal killed UCLA, 50- “Lane was always living on the edge.â€?
Irresponsible. Wrong. Cocky, confrontational, controversial, perhaps contrived. What Tennessee tradition? If players want black jerseys, we’ll have black jerseys. Recruit, always recruit. Indeed, Lane recruited boldly but half the four- and five-stars he brought in were overloaded with bad baggage. It was embarrassing. Make-believe armed robbery in a Pilot parking lot? How dumb can football players be? OK, Kiffin did sign Tyler Bray. That was then. There is a current problem. Kiffin is back, luring the No. 1 prep star in Tennessee. Blue-chip prospects have flocked to him. Matt Barkley smiled at NFL draft talk and chose a better deal, remaining Kiffin’s quarterback. Trojan vultures got Penn State’s best player. Southern Cal projects as a contender, maybe the co-favorite
with LSU, for the national championship. Oh my, that means comparisons between Kiffin and Dooley will continue. They are unfair. Southern Cal had talent when Lane arrived. Dooley inherited whatever it was Lane left behind. It was no treasure chest. Kiffin has undergone a philosophical transformation. At 37, he is now new and improved. What the late Al Davis said about him is almost forgotten. He is building credibility. He is actually diplomatic. People like him. He smiles instead of smirks. He even laughs about the old days when he was voted most despised coach in college football. Here in Tennessee, rejection still hurts but too many fans can’t decide whether it is good or bad that Kiffin is gone. That is sad.
since my friend introduced me to stonecrop, and I have since lost touch with him and his wife. (It is a sad fact that friends get divided up in a divorce, much like the linens and the pets.) But whenever I think of stonecrop, I think of Paul. Paul had grown up around flowers. His parents owned a nursery CROSS CURRENTS | Lynn Hutton in the small West Virginia town where we lived. He knew them by name – both their common The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall and scientific names – much as rejoice and blossom; like the crocus it shall blossom abundantly, and he knew the names of his friends. rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon shall be given to And he was a born teacher; he it, the majesty of Carmel and Sharon. They shall see the glory of the loved to introduce his human Lord, the majesty of our God. friends to his botanical friends. (Psalm 35: 1-2 NRSV) So he introduced me to stonecrop. I thought all these years that e held out his hand with a together on top of the soil. stonecrop was the little stone-like pot of dirt and what looked “Stonecrop,� he said. “From plant I saw in Paul’s nursery. That for all the world like two small South Africa.� was stonecrop, but, oh my, stoneyellow-white river rocks nestled It has been 40 years or so crop means so much more. It is
of the sedum family and they are varied and many and large and robust and flowering. The amazing thing about the little river rock-looking stonecrop I first met is this: as it grows, it divides (much like cells), right in the middle and becomes like two stones, squished up against each other. (Imagine two lumps of bread dough formed into balls and allowed to rise and meet.) And eventually, out of those two “stones� – out of the dividing line between them – will sprout a flower. I realize that even as I try to describe it, you can’t imagine it unless you have seen it: it is a miracle, one of God’s countless tiny miracles in this world, and a parable for life. A stone that blooms is a sign of hope in hard times.
Like the desert blossoming, a flower growing out of a rock is one of God’s little Hallmark cards to us: A “Hang in there� message, or a “Surprise ahead� promise, or a “Love you; don’t forget� note in your lunchbox. There are hard days when the present is bleak and the tomorrows look a lot like the yesterdays. In the midst of the ups and downs of life, it helps to remember that God made flowers spring forth out of rocks to make us smile. A God who cares about us enough to surprise us with flowers, like any lover sending a bouquet, is a God who will be with us, in the deserts and in the springtimes of life. That is a God who makes me want to offer God my worship, my service, my obedience, my praise, my love, my all.
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The Dynamite House TALES OF UNION COUNTY | Bonnie Peters I keep discovering the hidden treasures of Union County all the time. A few weeks ago, Darrell Malone asked me what I knew about the Dynamite House. Unfortunately, my answer was “nothing.” But my ears perked up at the mention of such a place and Darrell offered that he and his brother, Bill, would take me on the tour. The Dynamite House has to do with roads. To take you back a ways, the origin of our roads is worth a study by those who think eggs come from the grocery store and roads have always been built by heavy machinery. When this area was settled, there were only trails to and from the most frequently traveled places: Bull Run Blockhouse, Sharp’s Fort, Miller’s Fort and Sawyer’s Fort. As wagons, buggies and surreys came along the trails were widened, and, with the arrival of the automobile, men who lived along these
trails were assigned by the county courts to build and maintain a section of a road near their home or farm. It was not a volunteer job. Before the rock crushing era, these workers picked up small field rocks and laid the rocks or hand-made bricks in the road beds, especially sections that were likely to wash out during spring rains or melting snows. Finally, over time, to facilitate road building, Union County purchased quarries in different sections of the county and began to use dynamite to blast the rocks into usable sizes. Dynamite was a dangerous commodity and could not be stored just anywhere, so in July of 1939, Union County purchased a 50x50 foot area on the Lewis Raley farm on which to build a house for storing the county’s supply of dynamite. Mr. Raley was road superintendent at the time, and I’m sure supervised this building’s construction. The building is 10x12 feet built of
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provided these stipulations: “It is part of the consideration for this conveyance that the party of the second part shall use said property for the purpose of erecting a building thereon, said building to be constructed of stone or concrete and to be 12 feet in length and 10 feet in width, and said building is to be used by the party of the second part for the purpose of storing dynamite, powder and/or other explosives
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Local artist Burke releases new CD By Cindy Taylor Mary Burke’s voice surrounds the listener like a favorite quilt in her debut release “Jesus Take My Hand.” The eight songs on this CD contain music for praise and adoration and create a perfect background for times of reflection and contemplation. Burke and her family, who hail from Michigan, have made Anderson County their home. She has been singing since an early age and, at 34 years old, has seen her share of hardships. Burke has three sons with
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■ Graveston Baptist Church, 8319 Clapps Chapel Road, is enrolling children 11 months through Pre-K for Parent’s Day Out. The program has small classroom sizes. Info: 465-9655 or www.graveston. org. ■ Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive, hosts Celebrate Recovery, a ministry for hurts, hang-ups and habits, 7 p.m. Tuesdays for teens and adults. These can qualify for AA and NA required meetings. Info: Gail, 567-6432, or church office, 992-7162.
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■ Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive, will hold revival Sunday to Thursday, Aug 19-23. Sunday night service begins at 6 and Monday through Thursday night services begin at 7.
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Union County 2012 Little League coach pitch team members are: (front) Ethan Taylor, Elliot Gibbs, Cayden Brown, Brodie Roberts, Max Richardson, Eli Lester; (second row) Isaiah Lester, Gavin Graves, Andrew Edmondson, Bryson Lawson, Maison Scates; (back) coaches Matt Taylor, Rick Roberts, Kris Edmondson and Tony Lester. Photo submitted
Ministries and take their testimony on the road to churches wherever they are invited. “I sing for the Lord and David walks for Jesus,” said The Union County Little League 7- The team played a total of five games in Burke. and 8-year-old coach pitch team placed the hot temps against local and travelSons David Jr., 12; Daniel, second in a weekend tournament held ing teams to come out in second place, 9; and Dawson, 7, play guitar, July 13-15 at Halls Community Park. rounding out a successful season. fiddle and piano and have come alongside their parents to participate in the ministry. Burke wrote the music Luttrell Bluegrass Festival and lyrics for every song 4-H to serve lunch on her debut CD which is Union County 4-H will The third annual Luttrell Bluegrass Festival will available for purchase on be serving lunch beginning be held 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 15, at Luttrell CommuiTunes, Amazon and at at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. nity Park. The event will include a car show, children’s www.tatemusicgroup.com. 22. The menu will include music competition and performances by local musicians barbecue chicken halves, throughout the day. To sign up for the car show, contact baked beans, chips and a Lee at 606-335-5165 or l.carv@yahoo.com. Participants brownie for $8. The meal will may also sign up the day of the festival. The winner of the be cooked and sold in front of children's music competition will again get the paid openat 10:30 a.m. All are welcome. the UT Extension office, 3925 ing spot at the Heritage festival. Kids and bands may sign Info: 686-0186. Maynardville Highway. up to play by calling James Perry at 742-6523 or email jperry@comcast.net. Crafters and vendors are encouraged ■ Revival Vision Church, 154 to sign up early to secure their spot by calling Mayme at Durham Drive, will hold its Medicare help dedication Saturday, Sept. 8, 216-9008 or email maymejodys@aol.com. Volunteers who with food and open house 5 to for seniors wish to help out with the festival may also contact Mayme. 6:30 p.m. and a service at 7. The Union County Office Info: www.luttrellbluegrassfestival.com. on Aging is offering Medicare help for seniors. Office staff Women can help seniors understand ■ Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive, holds Womtheir plans, make changes to en’s Community Prayer and coverage, apply for subsidies prayer for children/grandchil- and more. Info: Samantha, dren 9 a.m. Wednesdays. All 992-3292 or 992-0361.
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Big Ridge Elementary teaching assistant Kim Smith and sons Aaron and Nathan Smith are on grill duty for the school cookout July 30.
Big Ridge cookout At the Tennessee 4-H Roundup are: (front) Martin Dickey, Level I winner from Luttrell; Paige Matthews, Level II winner from Cedar Hill; (back) donors Terry and Grova Disney and Carol McDonald, Tennessee Department of Agriculture; and UT Animal Science department professor Mike Smith. Photo submitted
Dickey is state 4-H winner Martin Dickey, a freshman at Union County High School, has been awarded two scholarships. Dickey was recently recognized as the Level I 9th and 10th grade state winner in
the poultry project at the Tennessee 4-H Roundup held at the University of Tennessee. Dickey will receive a $500 college scholarship and a $500 scholarship to the National 4-H Congress in November.
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There will be a meeting for those interested in home schooling at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, at the pavilion above the swimming pool at Big Ridge State Park. Information will be available for first-timers and experienced home schoolers. Topics include how to get started, planning, goal setting, supplies, schedules, field trips, organizational tips and extra curricular activities. Bring a favorite snack or finger food. Info: Tamelia Jenkins at 705-4284.
Maynardville Public Library is accepting functioning and nonfunctioning cellphones for recycling in addition to old inkjet cartridges. The library will earn a minimum of 50 cents for every cellphone, and all funds raised will help the library continue to provide quality services for Union County. Info: 992-7106.
The Clinch River Regional Library Board will meet 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28, at 130 N. Main St., Suite 2 in Clinton. The Clinch River Regional Library Board represents Anderson, Campbell, Claiborne, Grainger, Jefferson, Morgan, Scott, Sevier and Union counties. Clinch River Regional Library provides services to public libraries throughout this nine-county area. Info: 457-0931.
Senior Center community outreach events
New teacher at Paulette Casey Hurly is the most recent hire in the Union County school system. Hurly will be teaching 4th grade at Paulette Elementary School. Photo submitted
Big Ridge Elementary 3rd grader Leslee Hutchison, 9, with mom Kayla and brother Levi, 4, attend the back to school cookout.
The Union County Office on Aging will have outreach events at Luttrell and Sharps Chapel community centers. Appointments can be made between 8:15 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. If no appointments are made for a given day, there will be no outreach event that day. Luttrell outreach events will be held Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. Sharps Chapel outreach events will be held Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19. Info: 992-0361 or 992-3292.
Call for artists, crafters, quilters, food vendors The Union County Heritage Festival celebrates music, arts, crafts and East Tennessee history. The eighth annual event will be held Oct. 6, and spaces for artists, crafters, quilters and food vendors are going fast. Info and vendor application: 6791071 or www.unioncountyheritagefestival.com.
LEPC meets quarterly The Union County Local Emergency Planning Committee meets quarterly at the E-911 Center. Meetings are 10 a.m. the second Thursday of September and December. Meetings are open to the public. Info: Karen Kirk, 9925816 or karen.kirk@sunh.com.
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