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September 21, 2016

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BUZZ Bird house tribute West High School staff member Lendelle Clark planted a garden and built birdhouses to honor a student and an alumnus who recently passed away. Without realizing it, he also cultivated a new friendship. Brown Smith died in a car accident in May. He was a sophomore. Will Blasius, a UT student who graduated from West in 2015, died in a lake accident in July. Both played soccer for West.

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Tickled over pickles Pickle fans will want to head over to the third annual French Broad Pickle Fest noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, at Riverdale School, 7009 Thorn Grove Pike. The fest celebrates pickles and pickling as a way of preserving food. There’ll be a pickling contest sponsored by Green River Picklers with the categories of cucumber, noncucumber and wild. Winners will receive gift-card prizes to Three Rivers Market. Day-of registration is $10 per category. The free event will also feature pickling demonstrations, live music, craft vendors, kids’ activities, a poetry contest, food trucks and the Cattywampus Puppet Council. And yes, Betsy Pickle will cover this event for Shopper News. Info: frenchbroadpres.org

Muralist Chris Glover works on scaffolding on the sketched-out mural during the Block Party. Talking to the artist is David Grant. Photos by Elizabeth Smith Shinn Story on page A-3

Legacy Parks to host renown adventurer By Betsy Pickle If you thought the Legacy Parks Foundation would have trouble topping 2015 keynote speaker Cheryl Strayed at the upcoming Legacy Luncheon for the Parks, you were wrong. Rick Ridgeway has spent plenty of time in the “Wild� and has even been honored with National Geographic’s Lifetime Achievement in Adventure award. As a 22-year-old, California-born Ridgeway joined two sailors from Maine in a scheme to trade ammo to Colombian miners for emeralds, which they planned to use to

Free concert The Knoxville Songwriters Association will present a free concert 5:30-7:30 Tuesday, Sept. 27, at the Fountain City Library, 5300 Stanton Road, in memory of Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member Kim Williams, a mentor and lifetime member of the local group. KSA members and several of Mr. Williams’ co-writers will perform songs that include some of his 16 No. 1 hits and 28 top-10 songs in country, bluegrass and Christian music.

By Wendy Smith Jackie Mayo, executive director of HomeSource East Tennessee, wants people to better understand affordable housing and the people who need it. Affordable housing is, of course, what you can afford. But that definition is more complex than it seems, said Mayo at a fundraising breakfast held last week. Experts recommend spending no more than 30 percent of income on housing, but those with low incomes might spend as much as 70 percent on rent. “That’s not sustainable. They wind up getting evicted.� Service workers, like daycare employees and nursing assistants, are at the greatest risk of losing housing or living in poor conditions, and they’re an important part of the community. “Affordable housing doesn’t get the positive attention it deserves,� she said. “Where you live matters.�

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Another way to serve Read about retired UT professor Jim Malia’s experiences during the Vietnam War. North/East edition. Read Betsy Pickle’s tribute to sports guy Ben Byrd. South edition.

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his passion for the environment with attendees at the annual Legacy Luncheon. Legacy executive director Carol Evans says ticket sales are getting close to last year’s recordbreaking sellout of 1,000. Individual tickets are available at legacyparks.org or 865-5252585. Evans says speakers for the luncheon, which is the only fundraiser Legacy Parks does every year, aren’t always notables like Ridgeway or Strayed, but they usually have at To page A-3

HomeSource meets need for high-quality, affordable housing

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buy an island. Things didn’t work out, and he ended up in a Panamanian jail. But he survived to become a world-class adventurer – a member of the second American team to scale Mount Everest and part of the first team of any nation to scale K2 without supplemental oxygen. He also became a writer and filmmaker and eventually a key exec at Patagonia, a company that is a world leader in environmentally sustainable business practices. On Friday, Oct. 7, at the University of Tennessee’s Cherokee Farm, Ridgeway will share

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HomeSource East Tennessee is a new name for an organization that’s been providing affordable, high-quality housing for lowand moderate-income residents for 25 years. Knox Housing Partnership was renamed last year so it could better reach out to surrounding counties. The nonprofit serves the community by developing and redeveloping homes for purchase, educating and counseling potential homebuyers, and providing affordable rental homes for those with low to moderate incomes and seniors. Developing and redeveloping rental property has become a big focus, say Herc Ligdis, chair of the HomeSource East Tennessee board. The nonprofit currently owns and manages 200 rental units. There’s a “glaring need� for reasonable, high-quality housing in the rental market right now, he says. One of the biggest problems with low-income housing is high

utility bills. Older buildings typically have poor insulation and inefficient heat and air systems. But HomeSource East Tennessee sets a high priority on quality, LEEDcertified construction and redevelopment. The nonprofit Jackie Mayo also recognizes that seniors have special housing needs and that the senior population is growing. Ligdis is especially proud of the newly constructed Blueberry Ridge Senior Community in Powell, which has 30 LEED-certified units with zero-step entrances. Some units are ADA-compliant. Those who meet an income restriction pay $646 for a two-bedroom apartment. Board vice chair Jackie Clay shared her experience with the nonprofit during the breakfast.

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She was a casualty when the market tanked and went from having a good job to having no job. She eventually landed a job that didn’t pay enough for her to move after she started working for her church’s nonprofit. After seeing an advertisement for an East Knoxville home for sale through Knox Housing Partnership, she began parking in front of the house and imagining it was hers. She eventually arranged a lease purchase. Her relationship with the organization continued after it paid for training that helped her land a job as an executive director for a nonprofit. “I owe so much to HomeSource,� she said. For information about homebuyer education and financial fitness classes or pre-purchase and foreclosure prevention counseling at the HomeSource East Tennessee office, 109 Winona St., call 6371679 or visit homesourcetn.org.

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News from Christian Academy of Knoxville

CAK grads are med school classmates By Kelly Norrell Attending professional school is not uncommon among CAK graduates. But it is unusual for five graduates to be in the same class in medical school. This fall, five CAK graduates are in the freshman class at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis. They are 2010 graduates Raymond Dieter (University of Tennessee) and Rebecca Fleenor (University of Alabama), 2011 graduate Braden Taylor (Rhodes College), and 2012 graduates Barbara Smith (UTK) and Jacob Hartline (Rhodes College). And Barbara Smith has a sister, Casey Van Allen (UTK), who is now a senior in the UT College of Medicine. Casey is a 2008 CAK graduate. “We’ve had multiple students from a graduating class to go to medical school. But this is a big number to all attend the same class of the same med-

ical school,” said Nancy Moore, director of school counseling. “We are very proud of these students. They represent the best of CAK. I believe every one will make a good doctor.” “I am very impressed to see five students from one school get in,” said Dr. Richard Smith, a Knoxville orthopedic surgeon and father of Barbara and Casey. He pointed to the odds they faced: The UT College of Medicine receives 2,000 to 2,500 applicants each year, with only 170 openings available in the freshman class.

Ensemble performs with Christian music icon Sandi Patty Members of Christian Academy of Knoxville’s (CAK) Ensemble had the honor of performing at Sandi Patty’s “Forever Grateful” Farewell Tour held recently at Central Baptist Church Bearden. Patty is the most awarded female vocalist in contemporary Christian music, winning five Grammy awards, four Billboard Music Awards, three platinum records and five gold records, among others. “I was thrilled to partner with Dr. Paul Maygar and Central Baptist Bearden Sanctuary Choir ...,” said Amy Brock, CAK’s high school music and musical theatre teacher. “The concert was a blessing in so many ways, but to see the students having fun and praising the Lord through their talents with such outstanding performers was a true highlight!” “This year, the Ensemble is incredibly excited to have had the honor of singing alongside Sandi Patty, Veritas, and the choir of Central Baptist Bearden,” said Riley Poe, senior at CAK. “We worked on our repertoire for this concert since the beginning of the school year and have truly fallen in love with this music. In our preparation, we also rehearsed with the wonderful Dr. Magyar, music director at

Following the white coat ceremony at the UT College of Medicine are CAK graduates Braden Taylor, Jacob Hartline, Barbara Smith, Rebecca Fleenor and Raymond Dieter. Photo submitted

It seems such a short time ago that the future doctors were immersed in activities at CAK – two running cross country, one a cheerleader, one a musician. “They all took a very strong course load while in high school. All were hard workers and dedicated to their studies,” Moore said. Now they are hard at work in medical studies. “The first two years are all academic. Right now, they are studying anatomy, biochemistry, how the body works,” Smith said. The students began class in mid-August, following a white coat ceremony that welcomed them into the medical profession. “That was a very emotional moment for me,” Smith admitted. Moore and Smith both credit the tenacity and hard work of each student plus the top-quality education and academic standards of CAK. “Both my daughters told me when they got to college that they were wellprepared,” said Smith. “A lot of high school graduates have

the goal of attending medical school,” Moore said. “You have to do well in college classes to get there. CAK prepares students to succeed in all college classes, including science classes.” CAK’s rigorous academic curriculum includes strong science preparation with chemistry, physics and biological sciences. CAK offers a total of 11 AP classes, 18 honors classes and dual enrollment classes (college classes that students take in high school). Excellent teachers are key at CAK. “When I think about CAK, I think of really incredible teachers. They challenge the students, nourish them and love them,” Smith said. “There’s a level that’s not like anything we’ve seen. They make students want to do well.” “These students are using their God-given talents and abilities to serve others,” said Moore. “We need doctors who have a strong work ethic and a strong value system, who will be able to show the love of Christ to whomever they are working with.”

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Central Baptist Bearden. It was truly a joy to work with him, and to be able to sing with Sandi Patty, a legend in contemporary Christian music.” Patty’s “Forever Grateful” Farewell Tour began in February and will run throughout the year. “What a privilege it has been to share my story and faith through song for so many years,” Patty said. “My heart is full of gratitude for so many who have been along this journey with me. I could never have imagined my career taking me to so many amazing places and meeting so many people who have changed my life forever. My desire is to use this next season and the “Forever Grateful” tour as an opportunity to say ‘thank you’ to as many people as possible!”

Miss Hannigan, Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks and the adorable little orphan Annie will take center stage at Christian Academy of Knoxville’s (CAK) middle school in one of the world’s best-loved, award-winning musicals. On Oct. 20, 21 and 22, CAK’s middle school musical theatre program will perform the musical Annie Jr., presented by Music Theatre International (MTI). MTI is one of the world’s leading theatrical licensing agencies, granting theatres from around the world the rights to perform the greatest selection of musicals from Broadway and beyond. The musical will feature live orchestration from CAK Concert Band students and local professionals, which is a first for MTI’s Broadway Jr. productions. CAK’s middle school has been chosen to pilot this new venture for MTI. Additionally, representatives from MTI will travel to Knoxville from New York to be in attendance during the opening night performance on Oct. 20. “We feel honored to have been chosen to help implement this new component (live orchestration) to the Broadway Jr. division of MTI,” said Peggy Filyaw, choral and musical theatre instructor for CAK’s middle school.

“Although our audiences are accustomed to hearing wonderful live music for our high school musical theatre productions, this will be an entirely different experience for our middle school production. We are continually amazed how God is using musical theatre at CAK to enrich our students’ lives. We can’t wait to share these performances with our CAK family and community friends.” The Annie Jr. cast will feature: ■ Annie - Allie Cooper (8th grade) ■ Miss Hannigan - Brooke Bowles (8th grade) ■ Oliver Warbucks - Jonah Stauffer (8th grade) ■ Drake - Matthew Newton (7th grade) ■ Grace Farrell - Tierney Helton (8th grade) ■ Sandy - Jacob Engle (7th grade) ■ ... and more than 45 additional cast members! Tickets for adults and children are $10 for floor seating, and $5 for bleacher seating. For more information, contact Peggy Filyaw at CAK’s middle school at 865-690-4721, ext. 507. Annie JR. is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www. MTIShows.com.

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Legacy Parks least one thing in common. “We’ve been fortunate to have leaders or adventurers who relate to what we’re doing here –the whole idea of urban adventure and urban wilderness and the preserEllen Johnston, West High School principal Ashley Jessie, West High staff member Lendelle Clark and Tracy Smith pose with vation of land,” says Evans. birdhouses, built by Clark, to honor Will Blasius and Brown Smith. Photo by Wendy Smith “Rick Ridgeway is pretty perfect because that’s his job – sustainability for a business, a very successful business. “The idea that you can be a very successful business and be mindful of land and land protection and wanting more recreational West High School staff one who is walking the same dolences, even though she land, for us, it’s the perfect member Lendelle Clark path brings special comfort. hadn’t met him. blend of showing the complanted a garden and built Both also agree that West “It was a family environpatibility of that. It’s not High teachers and students ment. I could feel the love,” birdhouses to honor a stueither/or. You can still have Wendy have been a source of sup- she says. dent and an alumnus who strong businesses but also Smith port and strength. Johnston thinks the birdrecently passed away. Withbe mindful about the enviJohnston was amazed houses will help students out realizing it, he also culronment. when Will’s classmates or- remember Brown and Will. tivated a new friendship. “Plus, he’s a compelling ganized a memorial service She shows off a bracelet that Brown Smith died in a speaker. … From the adcar accident in May. He was numbers and installed them in the school’s gym. Over says, “Live Like Will,” creventure perspective, people ated by one of his friends. a sophomore. Will Blasius, a in a manicured garden in 500 attended. always love hearing about “It was wonderful that Such remembrances help, UT student who graduated front of the school. people’s accomplishments. After he sent an email they allowed it in the middle she says. from West in 2015, died in The birdhouses and gara lake accident in July. Both about the birdhouses to the of summer. It shows what a boys’ mothers, Tracy Smith family West really is.” den will also remind stuplayed soccer for West. Smith says she’s been dents that we’re not guaranClark, who works with and Ellen Johnston, the special needs students, women began correspond- overwhelmed by the sup- teed tomorrow, Smith says. ■ Council of West Knox County Homeowners meets also hosts international ex- ing through email. They port her family has received. She hopes they’ll encourage 7:15 p.m. each first Tuesday, “I’m amazed at how one students to love people and change students. Several now attend a CompassionPeace Lutheran Church, 621 of the students he’s hosted ate Friends grief support young life can impact so love life. N. Cedar Bluff Road. Info: many others.” Johnston and Smith shed have played soccer at West. group together. cwkch.com. Both have numerous Incoming West High tears as they pose for a picTo honor Smith and Blasius ■ Family Community Educafor their impact on the team friends who have rallied School principal Ashley Jes- ture with the birdhouses. tion-Bearden Club meets and the school, he built and around them during these sie stopped by a gathering of Clark is tearful, too, as they 10 a.m. each third Tuesday, painted birdhouses with difficult months, but they Smith’s friends the night of all exchange hugs. Central Baptist-Bearden, 6300 The mothers agree that the boys’ names and jersey agree that knowing some- the accident to express conDeane Hill Drive. Info: Shanit’s hard to understand the non Remington, 927-3316. reason for such loss. ■ Family Community Educa“God will use it because tion-Crestwood Club meets God is faithful,” Smith says. 10 a.m. each fourth Thursday, Scott Manning, general manager at Jerry’s Artarama, congratulates Christina Majic on winning the Spray Paint art competition at the Block Party.

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From page A-1 “And from everything I’ve heard, he’s an approachable, nice guy. Our luncheon is very casual, so we want someone like that that people feel that they can get to know a little bit as they hear both about their adventure and how that applies to their work and their life.” Ridgeway learned to sail before he learned to climb mountains, and his love for the water also fits with Legacy’s emphasis on water. The 11:30 a.m. luncheon will take place along the banks of the Tennessee River. “The river is something that we like to call attention to,” says Evans. “We’re doing more projects on river access. “We’re very much known for our trail work and the South Knoxville work, but we really are working countywide in a lot of different areas.”

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By Sherri Gardner Howell “We’re an art store. We wanted something creative and dramatic,” says Elizabeth Smith Shinn. That shared sentiment and a blank canvas in the form of the side of the building at Jerry’s Artarama, 5220 Homberg Drive, has led to a beautiful and, yes, dramatic, addition to urban art in Knoxville. Shinn, assistant store manager, and Scott Manning, general manager, celebrated as artist Chris Glover worked on the nearly-finished mural Saturday at the Mural Block Party. Artists, community, parents and children were able to express their own creativity with chalk art drawings in the parking lot, on a paper canvas or by getting a little

face painting by Making Faces. Five local artists competed for a $200 gift certificate in the Spray Paint Competition, creating a 48-by-48 inch canvas in three hours. Maya Weininger took home honors in the Kids Chalk Art, and Christina Majic won the Spray Paint Competition. Glover’s design features colorful coy ridArtist Jessica Brackeen adds some artistic touches to the paper ing waves of blue and white. “We also got to mural. talk to some who stopped by about the difference in urban community art and graffiti,” says Shinn. “It’s always good to have that discussion.” Food on site was from Hawg Dawgs, and music was from Doug Harris and Mike Patty.

Harper Moor adds her color scheme to the Kids Chalk Art at the Jerry’s Artarama Block Party.

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government Burchett loading MPC with developers Neighborhood activists reacted strongly to one of Mayor Tim Burchett’s new appointments to the 15-member Metropolitan Planning Commission. The city mayor gets seven appointments, the county mayor eight. Tim Burchett Word went out Thursday that Burchett has tapped Chris Ooten, an executive with Safe Harbor Development whose resume also includes working for Weigel’s and Schaad Properties in zoning, development and construction. East Knox County activist Lisa Starbuck was first to sound the alarm: “I have become aware that Mayor Burchett is planning to appoint yet another developer/builder to the MPC. The building/ development community is already well represented on the MPC with at least six members, and many people believe that a regular citizen should be appointed instead. This has nothing to do with the individual who is being considered for the appointment, who I am sure is a very nice person. “This will be discussed at the County Commission work session on Monday, and we would like to see the nominee’s name withdrawn from consideration before it becomes too public,” Starbuck said. Margot Kline, president of the Council of West Knox County Homeowners, joined in: “Chris Ooten appeared to be a fine human being when he worked as a real estate person for Schaad Builders and Weigel’s, but his appointment would stack the deck in favor of development. We need someone with ties to homeowner groups, families or schools – a regular person – not yet another developer.”

Betty Bean Then CWKCH secretary Judy Horn activated her massive email list: “We should tell the mayor that what is needed on the MPC is an ordinary citizen representing homeowner groups, families and schools. Act now.” Ratification of Burchett’s three appointments is on the agenda for County Commission in September. As of Saturday, Burchett was undeterred and defended his choice of Ooten by saying that development is important to the financial health of Knox County. “You either develop available property or you raise taxes. And developers have to follow the rules. That’s the bottom line. The city has chosen to raise taxes. I don’t choose to do that.” He pointed to his 2014 re-appointment of Laura Cole, a retired TVA executive and farm owner who has a keen interest in environmental issues. “We need balance. The developers came to me and asked me why I wanted to put her on there. I told them, ‘Y’all can go jump in the lake.’ Developers complain; homeowners complain. That’s just the way it is.” Ooten’s is not the only name Burchett is submitting this month. He has also reappointed sitting commissioners Herb Anders, whose resumé boasts more than 40 years of experience in the construction industry, and MPC’s senior member, Art Clancy III, whom many homeowners and neighborhood groups consider their bête noir. Clancy has served 12 years on the MPC – 2004-12 as a city appointee and since 2012 as a county appointee. A 2014 interlocal agreement between the city and county limits MPC commissioners to two consecutive terms.

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Nystroms say thanks Angelia and Hugh Nystrom host a thank-you event for dozens of supporters and campaign workers at their Scotswood Circle home in West Knoxville. Guests were treated to Cruz Farm ice cream, served by Kandle Britney (center). Photo by Margie Hagen

Haslams swap residences Gov. Bill and Crissy Haslam are moving from their longtime home in old Westmoreland on Sherwood Drive back to the house where the governor lived as a young teenager on Lyons Bend Road adjacent to the Tennessee River. The Haslams will still be city residents as both homes are in the city. They will continue to be represented on City Council by Duane Grieve and on County Commission by Hugh Nystrom. Martin Daniel is their state representative. Grieve is a Democrat, while Nystrom and Daniel are Republicans. Bill Haslam is moving into the house that was occupied by his father for over 40 years before he and Natalie Haslam moved to Craigland Court this past year. Prior to the Haslams moving to Lyons Bend Road in the 1970s from Scenic Drive in Sequoyah Hills, the house was owned by the governor’s maternal grandmother, Hazel Lou Van Deventer, and her husband, James Van Deventer. Reportedly, the Haslams are adding a swimming pool and renovating the kitchen area of the Old English brick home. The Lyons Bend house is not visible from the road as the Sherwood Drive house is. ■ Sharon Lee: The UT College of Law will host a reception honoring former state Chief Justice Sharon Lee at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at the Howard Baker Cen-

on his way to Vietnam, will be honored at 10 a.m. today (Sept. 21) with the naming Victor of the bridge over Dutch Ashe Valley Road on the Pellissippi Parkway. The ceremony will be held at the Shepherd of the Hills Church, 10231 Sherrill Blvd. in West Knox ter, 1640 Cumberland Ave. County. Sen. Becky Massey passed Lee, who has completed her service as chief justice, re- a resolution in the Legismains an active member of lature naming the bridge the five-member court. The in his memory. Mayor Tim Burchett will speak, and his public is invited. ■ The Arts and Cul- widow and daughter, who ture Alliance is sponsor- was born after his death, will ing Dinner on the Bridge be there along with his older (Gay Street) in honor of brother, City Council memKnoxville’s 225th birthday ber Finbarr Saunders. State 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, Rep. Martin Daniel and Sen. with entertainment by Car- Richard Briggs will particiol Zinavage Shane. Tickets pate, too. ■ UT President Joe are available by calling 865DiPietro has announced 523-7543. The city has outsourced the four members of a spemost of the 225th birth- cial commission to review day celebration planning, Title IX resources and but the Arts & Culture Alli- programs for UT. Three of ance will enjoy the proceeds the four live in Massachufor the bridge dinner. The setts, Connecticut and the 1991 Bicentennial celebra- Washington, D.C., area. tion was operated by the The one Tennessean is from city itself under the leader- Franklin and is a cyclist in ship of Sue Clancy, Rose- his spare time. None atanne Wolf and Carolyn Jen- tended UT, and there are sen. The arts alliance is ably no African-Americans in led by Liza Zenni as director the group despite many and veteran attorney Caesar UT athletes being AfricanAmerican. This is a glaring Stair as board president. There will be a luncheon omission. While the news release celebrating the birthday on Monday, Oct. 3, at the did not indicate compenFoundry at World’s Fair sation, an inquiry from this writer produced the Park. ■ Lt. Robert Saun- response that yes, there is ders, the late Knoxville compensation, but UT deresident who was killed in a clined to respond that day plane crash in Japan in 1970 as to the exact compensa-

tion, which appears to violate the open records law. UT also declined to say then if the first meeting, on Nov. 17, would be open to the public. Two days later, UT acknowledged each is being paid $45,000 plus expenses and the meetings are closed, which triggered criticism. One wonders if UT is channeling studies like this through its law firm to lock out the public under the guise of attorney-client privilege. Why UT cannot give a direct answer to a direct question when asked is perplexing. It sends the wrong signal for an institution dedicated to education. Media relations on this issue are being handled by the Nashville law firm of Neal and Harwell, which has already been paid over $400,000 and the meter is still running. The total cost of the lawsuit settlement continues to rise with no end in sight. ■ Gov. Haslam will host a fundraiser at the Governor’s Residence in Nashville on Monday, Sept. 26, for Marco Rubio’s U.S. Senate re-election campaign at $1,000 a person, while U.S. Sen. Bob Corker will host a fundraiser for New Hampshire Sen. Kelly Ayotte at his Chattanooga home on Friday, Sept. 23, also at $1,000 a person. ■ Mark Campen turns 41 on Sept. 27. He is the second youngest member of the Knoxville City Council.

Mentoring program helps kids fit in By Sandra Clark Somebody at Union County High School just got really smart or really lucky. Science teacher Danny Satterfield has organized a cadre of 60 juniors and seniors to work with younger kids to help them feel at home at the high school. “We want to create a culture

here that’s inclusive and fun,” he said. Last Friday was the first day for mentors (a voluntary position) to meet with their charges (compulsory twice monthly for every freshman and sophomore during home room). We discovered three amigos who get it. Their leader is Jeffrey Ray.

“I had no one to help me,” he says. “Everybody needs a little help along the way.” He recruited friends A.J. Nantz and Marcus Savage. A.J. says becoming a mentor was one of his best decisions. New to the school as a junior, the mentor training helped him make friends.

And Marcus is just proud to be there. He says as a kid he was often lonely. “Jeffrey was my first friend.” And then he met Satterfield. “He encouraged us to help others. … He’s like a father figure to me. He’s serious, but he can be funny. (Being in the mentor program) means a lot to me.”

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Potential end of turmoil and strife Florida presents Tennessee an opportunity to start to stop a lot of bad stuff. A victory over the Gators might be the beginning of the end of turmoil and strife. Indeed, a respite is needed. Nothing like these past few years has been previously inflicted on the university. Think about it. A president we never knew and seldom saw resigned because his wife talked too much. That president was replaced by another who somehow remains above the fray. Relative invisibility is a rare trait of commanders. Some schools conduct national searches for top leadership. Astute UT trustees searched the same zip code, 32611, downtown Gainesville. They found a

Speaking of searches, we spent $90,000 to find Dave, one phone call away? Eyebrows went up when Marvin UT added “vice chancellor� West to his title to justify more than doubling his Tuscaloosa salary. Along the way, Erik chancellor named Jimmy Ainge lost two fourth-quarand a president named Joe. ter interceptions in an SEC We don’t know if that means championship game. Philthey couldn’t find anybody lip Fulmer got mugged one capable in the entire state of year after an expensive conTennessee or if they didn’t tract extension. Four days after Phillip was told to go look. The chancellor named away, saddened Volunteers Jimmy hired a guy named lost to Wyoming. Lane Kiffin’s idea of Dave from Alabama (dyedin-the-wool Tide graduate coaching was hit and run. and employee) to be the new Bruce Pearl was fired for lyTennessee athletic director. ing – only a little bit in the beginning. The swim coach We sure needed one. Please note that I am not was replaced for something into conspiracy theories, but called gross misconduct. Derek Dooley proved most UT loyalists think of Florida and Alabama more to be a joke. It wasn’t his as foes than close friends. fault. Bad idea to hire a los-

ing coach at Louisiana Tech with the expectation of SEC success. Mike Hamilton did it, accepted a solid gold parachute and flew away. Dave Hart, aforementioned athletic director/vice chancellor, got lucky. His first choice to replace Dooley left him at the altar. Dave chose Butch on the rebound. Dave was not otherwise so fortunate. The Pat Summitt saga was a sad (heartbreaking) experience. In the name of better branding, Dave picked a poor fight with Lady Vols disciples. He managed the merger of athletic departments as directed. It was economically logical. Fallout made it a disaster. Women who felt slighted sued and collected. Debby Jennings won $320,000. A trio of former trainers got at least $1.05 million. Hart did

save $40,000 by forcing out longtime sports information specialist Bud Ford. The university endured additional unbudgeted expenditures. The recent Title IX lawsuit cost $2.48 million plus $555,356 in legal fees plus $240,000 for public relations polish and $250,000 for reviews. The meter is still running. Basketball? Now there is a story. Clean Cuonzo Martin felt disrespected and went west. Hart hired repentant Donnie Tyndall. Past transgressions were whitewashed away. Hart fired Donnie Tyndall after other sins popped up. Hire-fire was not Hart’s finest hour. Fate provided an immediate fi x. Texas fired Rick Barnes. Hart grabbed the hall of fame coach. His reward was the worst season in 20 years. Oh, almost forgot the goofy UT hall of fame (no

Bob Neyland, no Todd Helton, no Jimmy England), track closed for a year because of rehab miscalculations, baseball eclipse, 34th in the Directors’ Cup national measurement of how schools are doing in athletics – all incidental. Time for change? Chancellor Jimmy G. Cheek submitted a reassignment plan based on easy money. Hart accepted money to resign. Retirement was not his preference. He sought a contract extension. The president who seldom speaks said no. Hart undoubtedly had many significant accomplishments. My favorites are academic improvement and financial stability. He got the right guy to run Thornton Center and deposited SEC checks in the correct account. I’m working on the Cheek list. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

Sidewalks in neighborhoods would be a good start Those Who Pay Attention know that the KnoxvilleKnox County Metropolitan Planning Commission has been working on new subdivision requirements. The final draft was on this month’s MPC agenda, but staff requested a one-month postponement to allow for more public input. This was primarily because the first draft of the document included language that required sidewalks to be installed on one side of the street in new city and county subdivisions while two subsequent drafts did not. Those Who Pay Attention noticed the omission. Representatives from the Council of West Knox County Homeowners, Community Forum, the Community Health Council and

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Bike Walk Knoxville made it clear to commissioners that sidewalks are important to the community and they don’t want language requiring them in new subdivisions to fall through the cracks. MPC Executive Director Gerald Green said the language was separated to address issues involving sidewalks, like where they should be and what to do when topography makes them infeasible. A vote on subdivision requirements was postponed until December to allow more time

for sidewalk discussion and public input. A subcommittee, created by MPC chair Rebecca Longmire and Green, has been tasked by the city, county and MPC staff to develop a comprehensive sidewalk policy. In addition to Longmire, committee members are Jeff Roth, Scott Smith and Janice Tocher. The public is welcome at committee meetings, which will be advertised at knoxmpc.org The fact that the sidewalk requirement was removed from subdivision requirements makes walkability advocates nervous. Bike Walk Knoxville president Caroline Cooley is already skeptical about local government’s commitment to sidewalks. One of her “pet peeves� is

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are clamoring for sidewalks, yet fewer than half of subdivisions built in 2015 have sidewalks. According to information compiled by MPC staff, two out of four subdivisions permitted in the city have sidewalks, as do 15 of 36 Knox County subdivisions. None was installed due to the generosity of developers. All were required.

Having sidewalks in subdivisions won’t make our community walkable, but it’s a good start. Green pointed out during the September MPC meeting that, to be fair, sidewalks need to be in commercial, multifamily and mixed-use areas as well as subdivisions. It’s a big elephant, but it’s time to take the first bite.

GOSSIP AND LIES ■Bill Dunn missed a community meeting last week because of the special legislative session. In an email exchange, I thanked him for voting to oust Rep. Jeremy Durham. “As they say at Chick-fil-A, my pleasure,� Dunn responded. ■Blame for the special session, which cost some $75,000, should stop at TDOT commissioner John Schroer. Running

a state agency means noticing legislation that could cost your department $60 million. ■Eddie Smith had a slim crowd at a re-election fundraiser headlined by Gov. Bill Haslam last week. And many of the attendees, such as legislative colleagues, got comp tickets. – S. Clark

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BEARDEN Shopper news • SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 • A-7

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The last day of summer St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral choir enjoys a day in residency at one of their sister churches, All Souls Cathedral in Asheville, N.C. Shown are (back) Donna Swan, Elena Stabile, Diane Bennett, Gail Broxson, Helen Tews, Cary Smith, Michael Green, Matthew Little, Rick Boyd, DC Miles, Harriet Bowden, Sandra Pinkoski, Annie Smith and Tracy Ward; (middle) Rachel Brown, Amelia Fitzsimmons, Charles Craven, Luke Fitzsimmons, Daniel Judge, Mason Evans, Jon Humber, Daniel Bentrup, Tina Bentrup and Noelle Harb; (front) Pattie Thiele, Nancy Goslee, Lydia Schoen, Claire Hoppen, organist Eunjin Choi and director Jason Overall. Photo submitted

St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral choir plans series of tours By Carol Z. Shane It’s an exciting time for St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral choir. On a recent Sunday, the group was in residency at All Souls Cathedral in Asheville. And the reason for the trip is even more exciting. Jason Overall, canon precentor and director of music for St. John’s, explains why. “At the beginning of 2016, the St. John’s choir accepted an invitation from the cathedral in Bristol, England to be in residence the week of July 29 to August 5, 2019. While many Episcopal church choirs

make pilgrimages to England, this had not been in the forefront of our minds for St. John’s. When the opportunity came about, however, we knew immediately that we wanted to take advantage of the chance to travel and experience more of our musical heritage as Anglicans. “As preparation for taking such a large trip, we decided to begin making smaller visits in the coming years. We reached out to our sister cathedrals in Asheville, N.C. and Nashville, Tenn. for the present season.” While both cathedrals

Free Senior Day at the zoo Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel & Crematory is sponsoring Free Senior Day at Zoo Knoxville on Tuesday, Oct. 4. Senior adults 65 and older will receive free admittance to the zoo plus free parking and a 10 percent discount on concessions and gift-shop purchases. Last year there were 800 attendees, and Gentry Griffey is hoping to see that number increase this year.

responded enthusiastically, “we chose Asheville for the fall as a sort of kickoff event to the new choir season. We spent Saturday at the cathedral as a mini-retreat, learning music we will sing throughout the fall. We also took advantage of the location of the cathedral, directly across the street from the entrance to Biltmore Estate, with time on the grounds and Sunday brunch at Deerpark Inn. We also enjoyed the many fine restaurants Saturday evening with small groups of cathedral choristers splitting off for dinner on their own. “On Sunday we provided the music for the 11:15 Holy Eucharist and 5 p.m. Evensong. Over the course of the day, we sang music by familiar composers like John Rutter and John Tavener, as well as pieces by less known contemporary musicians.” Longtime choir member Tracy Ward, who teaches music at Sequoyah Elementary School, had a ball. “Singing with others builds

community like nothing else,” she says. “That feeling of community coupled with great conversation, great food and beautiful surroundings made us wish the weekend hadn’t ended so soon!” She has high words of praise for Overall. “Jason is so organized and professional.” Obviously good qualities not only for a choir director, but for a multipletour organizer as well. “With our first trip under our belt, we look forward to making a day trip to Nashville on January 22 to sing at Christ Church Cathedral,” says Overall. “In the next couple of years we hope to visit the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. and perhaps make a trip to New York. “We look forward to being musical ambassadors for Knoxville and the Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee even as we continue to contribute to the rich musical life of our city.”

The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved. Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? For the hurt of my poor people I am hurt, I mourn, and dismay has taken hold of me. (Jeremiah 8:20-21 NRSV) Today is officially the last day of summer. I know there are people (especially schoolchildren) who dread seeing the end of summer; they are the folks who don’t mind the heat, who work on their tans, who hate the thought of cooler weather. There are even people who decamp to the warm Southwest until fall and winter are over! Then there are people like me. When I hear the first leaves rustle, I know it is almost my time! Autumn will be here soon: The skies are bluer, the stars are brighter, the air is cooler and clearer. However, the Jeremiah text quoted above is not a joyful observation. The first verse ends with these words: “and we are not saved.” Jeremiah was lamenting over the circumstances of his people. They were suffering from drought, and apparently the resin from the Styrax tree (widely used for medicinal purposes) was not produced in the needed amounts that year. That lack was the reason for Jeremiah’s famous cry: “Is there no balm in Gilead?” (And, of course, the source of the beloved spiritual that declares that indeed “There Is a Balm in Gilead.”) On this last day of summer, I cry with Jeremiah for all those who suffer, for children without food, for the elderly who are waiting for release, for the sick who have little hope, for the frightened, the despairing, the lonely, the dying. Offer a prayer, a smile, a call, a visit, a card. Be a balm.

FAITH NOTES ■ Park West Church, 7635 Middlebrook Pike, will host: “Permission to Laugh,” a three-day women’s celebration, Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 29-Oct. 1. Tickets: $45. Info/tickets: annasgate.org. ■ Solway UMC, 3300 Guinn Road, hosts a women’s Bible study 10 a.m. each Thursday. The group is led by Cindy Day. Info: 661-1178.

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SENIOR NOTES ■ Cumberland Estates Recreation Center 4529 Silver Hill Drive 588-3442 Offerings include: Senior Walkers, 10:30 a.m., Monday-Friday. ■ Frank R. Strang Senior Center 109 Lovell Heights Road 670-6693 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett welcomes senior adults to the 10th annual appreciation picnic. Photos by Ruth White

Offerings include: card games; exercise programs; dance classes; watercolor classes; Tai Chi; blood pressure checks; Mahjong; senior-friendly computer classes; lending library with tapes and movies. Seeking vendors for the Holiday Sale, Nov. 16; $5 per table; info: Lauren.

Rose Klix, Hya Smith and Lori Beard enjoy some photo booth fun at the Mayor’s Senior Appreciation picnic at John Tarleton Park.

Register for: AAA Safe Driver Course, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday-Friday, Sept. 2223; cost: $10; bring snacks. Covenant Health Wellness Lunch and Learn: “Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery,” noon Wednesday, Sept. 28; $5 fee includes boxed lunch; RSVP: 541-4500. ■ John T. O’Connor Senior Center 611 Winona St. 523-1135 knoxseniors.org/oconnor. html Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Tim Irwin takes a break from playing with The Chilbillies for a photo with Linda Workman and his mom, Judy Rechenbach.

Vamerie Cody dances in her seat to musical entertainment provided by The Chillbillies.

Offerings include: Card games, billiards, senior fitness, computer classes, bingo, blood pressure checks 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. Register for: Matter of Balance, 12:30 p.m. Fridays, Sept. 23-Nov. 18; course free but registration required. Fall Festival of Health Care: Health fair, flu shots (appointment needed) and fall prevention kickoff, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 23. ■ Larry Cox Senior Center 3109 Ocoee Trail 546-1700

It’s football time at Windsor Gardens!

Clyde and Suzanne Howell are decked out in orange as they get ready to pose for pictures inside the photo booth sponsored by Independent Insurance Consultants.

Windsor Gardens threw its first pep rally of the season for the UT football Volunteers on Sept. 1 – the first of many! Residents cheered at the top of their lungs hoping for a Tennessee victory. Of course, everything from the food to the décor shouted orange and white: Cheetos, white cheddar popcorn, orange punch and orange and white cupcakes with mini footballs. The Windsor residents are beyond excited for another football season. They even made their own T-shirts with the words “Feels Like’98”! I said it’s great to be a Tennessee Vol!” Pictured are Delphia Jeffers, Betty Wildman, Georgie Cody, Mac Crutchfield, Bill Campbell, Saundra Long and Imogene Tyree.

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A-8 • SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 • BEARDEN Shopper news

Looking in on a community school

Christenberry is thriving

Talisha finds a home at L&N STEM By Kip Oswald My cousin Talisha is Keshawn’s twin sister. I told you last week that Keshawn is smart, but we are sure Talisha is the genius of the family. She has a l w a y s loved everything about school, but Talisha last year she was getting bored during her freshman year in high school. So when her friend, Kyla, who had been accepted into the L&N STEM Academy, told her about the different way the academy worked, Talisha decided to apply. Kyla told Talisha that STEM is unlike any school experience she had ever had and students at L&N are incredibly accepting, positive and willing to become friends with new people every day. Kyla also said the integrated curriculum is delivered through project-based instruction that helps develop students’ abilities to make connections and work in teams. The L&N STEM Academy is home to the L&N STEMPunks, a competition robotics team that was a real interest of Talisha. Each student also gets a MacBook Air for use on most of their assignments, and although the focus of the school is on science, regular high school classes are offered as well. The L&N STEM Academy accepts applications for freshmen and a few for sophomores each year, so it was very unlikely that Talisha

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would get in since she was applying as a sophomore. However, as with Keshawn, luck was on her side, and Talisha was drawn in the lottery. Also, as with CMA, transportation is provided, and since the L&N STEM Academy shares buses with other high schools, school starts at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. The name of this high school comes from the fact it is located in a historic rail passenger train station that was built in 1905 by the Louisville & Nashville Railroad. The station was renovated for use in the 1982 World’s Fair. Also in 1982, the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places for its architecture and role in Knoxville’s transportation history. The L&N STEM Academy was founded in 2011 as a magnet high school focused on the disciplines of science, technology, engineering and math in the Knox County Schools system. The school began with freshman and sophomore classes, expanding each year to have the first graduating class in 2013-14. The school draws students from all areas of the county. There are many other schools in our district that also have historical names, so when I am not writing about our Oswald family’s school life, I will be introducing readers to some of that interesting history. However, next week you will meet Charlie, my fourth-grade brother, and learn more about the world of Boy Scouts of America!

Working at Christenberry Elementary School is like coming home to Tiffany Davidson, site resource coordinator for the Great Schools Partnership’s Comm u n i t y Schools Initiative. She’s a proud graduate Davidson of Fulton High School, where she was a cheerleader. She has fond memories of her team winning a state football championship her senior year. “I’m a Falcon,� she said, flashing a broad, infectious smile. “I graduated from Fulton in ’04, so this is my community and I’m really blessed to be back, just down the hill from where I spent my high school years.� Christenberry is an ethnically diverse school in ethnically diverse Oakwood Lincoln Park and has 70 students for whom English is a second language as well as a large contingent of students who are eligible to receive free and reduced-price lunches. The faculty and staff are bullish about their school, proudly sporting “Straight out of the Berry�

T-shirts on special occasions. After-school activities kick off this week. “Four years ago, we had two teachers helping – we had a dance club and a book club, and that was it. We still have them, but now we have 25 clubs, and I think our teachers are really grasping the concept of community schools,� Davidson said. The after-school offerings at Christenberry are as diverse as the school population. There’s the Mad Scientist Club, the Book Club, the Jazz Appreciation Club, the Track Club, the Art Club – all supported by a 21st Century state grant. Davidson defines community schools as an access point where parents can find services and resources for their children – a community hub. Christenberry has a fulltime case manager from the Helen Ross McNabb Center to provide mental-health counseling. And thanks to a grant from the Elgin Foundation (secured by Knox County Schools Social Work supervisor Heather Willis), Christenberry students get dental screenings. Those who need treatment are bused to Edenfeld Dental Group in Fountain City. Her smile faded when she

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Green Magnet, Inskip, Lonsdale, New Hopewell, Norwood, Pond Gap, Sarah Moore Greene Magnet, South Knoxville and West View. Two are middle schools: Northwest and Vine Magnet. Great Schools Partnership coordinates with more than 150 partner organizations, neighborhoods and key leaders to improve community health and quality of life. Willis applies for and manages the grants that support the initiative, which served 6,322 students last year. Christenberry’s community school will get cranked up this week, so Davidson doesn’t have the exact enrollment yet, but it has grown every year. Last year, 160 of Christenberry’s 621 students stayed after school from 2:45 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Kindergartners are not eligible since they don’t stay in school a full day. Davidson said she’d welcome visitors, including elected officials and interested neighbors, to come visit. “Come see what’s going on! I want people to come in and see what we are moving toward, in terms of the future of Knox County Schools.�

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Jazz isn’t just for grownups This week, 18 young people from Knox and surrounding counties will be chosen to participate in the Knoxville Jazz Middle School Orchestra (KJMSO). They won’t all have jazz experience, says conductor Valerie Sanders, but they’ll all love music.

Valerie Sanders conducts students at West Valley Middle School. Photo by Wendy Smith

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This is the third year for the KJMSO, an educational outreach of the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. Auditions for the orchestra, composed of saxophone, trombone, and trumpet players, along with a drummer, a pianist, a bassist and a guitarist, are Thursday at West Valley Middle School. Students in grades six through nine may audition. Sanders is a band director at West Valley. Students are attracted to jazz because it has a great beat and gives an emotional rush, she says. “It’s the kind of music that makes you want to dance, and all kids want to play music that’s fun.� Improvised solos allow players to express them-

Greyson Baranowsky with one of the trio of colorful benches he designed and produced for the Farragut Intermediate School playgrounds for his Eagle Scout community service project.

Making friends with Buddy Benches By Suzanne Foree Neal selves, which makes it different from classical music. While several local middle schools have jazz bands, the KJMSO offers some extra perks. Professional musicians from the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra sometimes drop by during weekly rehearsals to work with students. Last year, the student orchestra performed at UT’s Jazz Festival, where they had the opportunity to meet and work with internationally acclaimed artists like saxophonist Gregory Tardy and trumpeter Terrell Stafford. Sanders grew up in a mu-

sical household where she was exposed to all types of music, including jazz. She remembers falling asleep to the sound of her father playing the bass along with various records. “I never really knew a world where I didn’t have music every day. As a band director, I get to conduct and play instruments all day, but I love the unique playfulness of jazz − the inside jokes or nods between musicians and the everevolving musical language that emerges from that world.� Students who participate

in KJMSO typically take private lessons in addition to being involved with their school’s band. For those kids, an additional rehearsal doesn’t feel like work, Sanders says. “There is absolutely nothing else in the world like the feeling of playing music with other people who love it as much as you do. It’s one of the greatest joys in life.� High school students can participate in the Knoxville Jazz Youth Orchestra, another outreach program of the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. Info: www.knoxjazz. org.

Grandparents honored at Grace Christian Academy By Nancy Anderson Grace Christian Academy Tara Jenkins and granddaughter kindergarten through fifth Ali Mason get messy doing crafts grade students welcomed together. more than 500 guests for Grandparents Day at the school Sept. 9. ties, and the grandparents The kids treated their were affectionately remindspecial guests to an aftered of how special they are in noon of skits, songs, activithe eyes of their grandchilties and, of course, cookies. dren, as well as Grace ChrisDirector of communicatian Academy. We’re excited tions Danielle Taylor said to continue this tradition for the biggest hits of the afyears to come!� ternoon were photo booths Info: www.gcarams.org placed around the building. Each grandparent took home a photo of their grandkid having fun with props and mugging for the knock-knock jokes. us all,� said Taylor. “Each camera. “It was a great afternoon grade level prepared their The kindergarten class created a precious video of never-ending smiles for own surprises and activiof each student being interviewed about why they NEAT BUNGALOW love their grandparents and what makes their grandparents laugh, complete with funny faces and a few

It can be hard to meet classmates at a new school, especially if you’re shy. That’s where Greyson Baranowsky’s Buddy Benches break the ice on the Farragut Intermediate School playground. Greyson, 16, a Farragut High junior, is working toward his Eagle Scout rank, and a community service project is required. Buddy Bench was founded by a youngster in England to help children develop new friendships at school. Elementary school counselor Carol Slatas called the Great Smoky Mountain Council Boy Scouts of America office in Knoxville to see if a scout would do this for an Eagle Scout project. In West Knox and Loudon County, 34 Eagle Scout awards have been given out thus far in 2016. Greyson hopes to increase that number. “Once I dug into it and researched it, I really thought it would be a good addition to the school,� says Greyson, who moved here from Virginia but says he doesn’t have a problem meeting people. “This helps the ones who are a little shy, new to a school or an area.� Principal Reggie Mosley

welcomed the idea because of its parallel to the school’s “Character Counts!� program that teaches students responsibility, respect and caring. “He asked us what we were looking for, and for the most part, we went with what he wanted to do,� Mosley says. The school’s counseling program aims to foster a positive climate, says counselor Amy Kroninger. “We want students to learn lessons of respect and empathy, and the Buddy Bench program is a wonderful extension of our program.� A scout for five years, Greyson started building three park benches in February. It took about two months to complete the build, and the treated lumber had to set several months before being painted. The benches are bright yellow with colorful designs and uplifting words. All three are different, with one placed in each of the three playground areas. The students first saw the benches on Sept. 12. Greyson coordinated his project with Slatas. “I was impressed with his ability to balance academics at Farragut High School and do this project,� she says. “He communicated and did a fantastic job.�

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Step Out: Walk Knoxville is Sunday Following guidelines from the American Diabetes Association, she prepares nutritious meals that her husband likes, too. Exercise is another tool in the battle against diabetes. “Build exercise into your daily routine, starting with just 15 minutes of walking, then work up to a goal of 30 minutes per day,� she advises. “Find something you like.� She started weight training and began to notice the benefits almost immediately. Working out in a group provides motivation and support. She now exercises with Get Fit Seymour, a nonprofit group in her neighborhood. “There is a little bit of friendly peer pressure and a lot of fun, too,� she says. Diabetes can be difficult to manage, and educating newly diagnosed patients is an important part of the process. Since 2010, Solomon has been assisting the American Diabetes Association by raising money for research and education, and she does it in a colorful way. An avid quilter, Carmen has been making UTthemed quilts for the cause. Each includes a square autographed by a UT football coach, starting with Phillip Fulmer. Butch Jones’ signature is featured this year. The winning ticket will be drawn at the conclusion of Sunday’s walk. It’s not too late to get involved. Info: faceb o o k . c o m /Q u i l t- f o r - a Cure-1267922206551700/. As for Solomon, she will continue to work for the benefit of diabetes research and education. “I want to make a difference in the lives of people who get the disease tomorrow, next week and next year,� she says.

By Margie Hagen When Carmen Solomon of Seymour was diagnosed with diabetes in 2004, she worried that her life would change forever, and it did, but along the way she changed the lives of others. Results of her volunteer work will be on display at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, at UT Gardens when the local chapter of the American Diabetes Association sponsors Step Out: Walk Knoxville. New this year are a health and wellness fair with free screenings for blood pressure and glucose levels, information on hypertension and even help with health insurance. Participants will start the walk at 2 p.m. On display and for sale will be a special UT-themed quilt made by Solomon. Last year’s quilt brought in $3,790 on $5 tickets, making Solomon the top individual fundraiser. When Solomon was diagnosed with diabetes, she

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Mark Webb’s ‘Rotary Moment’ happened at Beaumont Magnet Mark Webb works with people and numbers as a financial adviser, but his role with the Rotary Club of Knoxville is all about kids, books and reading. “I do have a passion for literacy and you can’t do this unless you do,� this Rotarian of six years says. Mark coordinates some 50 members of the club who volunteer to read to students each Wednesday after school at Beaumont Magnet Academy, a Title I elementary school (grades K-5). The school has a high number Mark Webb of disadvantaged children and 75 percent of them are economically disadvantaged. Many of these students read below grade level. “If the kids can read it means they have a chance, a chance, to be successful in life. One of the greatest things you can do is read to them and focus on literacy,� Mark says. He began working with Beaumont when he was on the club’s Literacy Committee. Now he chairs the club’s first-ever Local Community Service Committee and Beaumont is its first project. The club provided $10,000 this year to purchase approximately 700 new books for the library and establish literacy programs within the school for its 550 students. The children in the after-school book club are grouped by grades: K-1, 2-3 and 4-5. A background check is done on each member. “We read books for an hour to grades K-3 but in grades 4-5 we read the books and also discuss them,� Mark says. “It’s discussion and interaction.� Allen Pannell, RCK president, says: “Mark has played the primary role in creating, implementing and managing our new relationship with Beaumont Academy. His work has been tireless and I fear his recognition has been lacking. Mark is indeed an unsung hero.� Mark thinks back to his “Rotary Moment,� when something happens that explains why a Rotarian is a Rotarian. “One kid was always sitting in the back and not listening or reading and we were reading ‘Marley and Me.’ But he came back for the last session to a pizza party. He decided to read the book and says it was the first book he had ever read.� That’s when his Rotary Moment happened. “This young boy looked at me and asked if I knew of some other books I could recommend to him. That made a big impact on me. We changed him. He’s a reader now.�

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Carmen Solomon displays her quilt to be raffled at the 2016 Step Out: Walk Knoxville event.

worked with Judy Lennon, a nutritionist with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She lost 40 pounds in 18 months and was able to discontinue her diabetes medication. “I did more than lose weight; I learned how to live with the disease,� she says. “By adjusting what, when

and how I ate, I was making better choices, and it became a lifestyle. “I can still eat out at restaurants and go to parties, but now I plan in advance and make healthy decisions,� she says. It also changed the way she cooks at home, but she doesn’t have to forgo tasty meals.

Cycle buddies Larry Huston of Farragut and his dog, Lester, ride the Tail of the Dragon. Lester, a rescued terrier mix, goes everywhere on Huston’s Harley-Davidson in his own custom safety seat and goggles. “He loves riding with me and is always ready to hit the road,� says Huston. Photo submitted

she represented clients in restaurant, economic development, building construction, nonprofit and other industries. A 2015 graduate of the University of Tennessee, Howie interned with Moxley Carmichael for a year and a half while completing her

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Remember, this is only stuff By Tim Eichhorn Three brothers. I am the one in the picture sporting the superb bow tie. We laugh now, as adults, about this picture. It seems as though laughing about it is all that we can do. Another thing that we laugh about fairly regularly is an event at our kitchen table that Tim Eichhorn straddled both our childhood and adult worlds. It was a seemingly small event in our time together that could have been rough on us as siblings and as a family in general. Mom and dad died in successive months not quite a decade after that photo next to the Plymouth was taken in all of our patriotic polyester glory. One was expected. One was sudden. Both were life-shaking. We sat down at the kitchen table a decade after they passed to come to terms with selling our home place and divvying up the things that had made up our lives. We were 34, 32 and 28. We had lived as three brothers in our family home without our parents. We each ďŹ nished high school and made our way into the world. One of the two younger stayed in the house until the moment we were ready to sell. We found that selling the home was fairly easily decided. We all had families and were moving about the country in careers. The simple division by three of the proceeds from the home was easy. We each received an equal third. The difďŹ cult aspect came with the stuff of our lives. How do you get equal thirds from stuff? How do you divide Dad’s homemade grandfather clock in three? What do you do with ďŹ ne china set for 10? How about a family scrapbook? Or Mom’s favorite chair from the living room? Or his guns? We laugh now because we used a draft process that night that gave us each an opportunity to draw the item that we felt most attached to when it was our turn. We laugh because of

the good natured wheeling and dealing that took place before it was done. I still say that had my son not been the only male grandchild at that time, there would have been other interest in that bedroom set and I could have had more leverage. Both brothers still smile knowing that I was forced into using an upper tier pick to ensure that I got it. We laugh and we poke fun about this and many other things at Thanksgiving. It is good for us to relive happy times. For us, the stuff did not seem to matter in the end. Yet, I see it over and again in this profession; hard feelings, possessiveness, selďŹ shness and hurt all happen because of the stuff in our lives. Family disintegration is usually not far behind when these things creep in. Here a few things easily written and harder practiced yet well worth the consideration: Communicate ahead of time â– Do not surprise your family. Talk about your wishes and intentions for giving your stuff to the next generation â– Remember it is Mom and Dad’s stuff. Theirs to decide about certain things. â– Work together with each other. Likely there will be a selďŹ sh one and then one that gives in because he or she can not tolerate strife. Do not dishonor your parents or yourselves by being petty. Have an updated will. Be as speciďŹ c as you as you can, for the right reasons. If you want things to go to charity, be speciďŹ c. Prepare a letter of last instruction. While not a substitute for a will this carries funeral instructions, lists of accounts, safe deposit box directions, usernames and passwords. Make copies of important photos for each person. Give things away while you are still here. Enjoy the blessings of giving and seeing the receiver light up with joy at your gift. Do not let a sibling walk through the home place and mark items on the back laying claim with a SharpieÂŽ. Inventory the gun

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He was struggling beforehand, but now he’s doing really well.’ So that was another data point I looked at and I thought, ‘Well, that could be me.’” Still, he delayed. “I was having a lot of trouble taking the dogs for a walk, and it was getting to be agony in every step,” Hungerford said. “It was so painful it would just tire you out because it saps your energy. The neighbors were beginning to say, ‘Look at poor ol’ John there going around the neighborhood. He can barely make it.’” Then came a conversation with a physical therapist friend. “He said, ‘John, it’s just pointless to live in pain all the time when you don’t have to,” Hungerford said. “And light bulbs went off because I was a little dim or slow up to that point. So I said, ‘I think he’s right. I need to do something about that.’ Am I going to go another five years and live in pain all that time?”

handle’ meniscus tear where the meniscus is still attached on both sides but torn in the middle and flips into the joint,” said Dr. Parsons. Before the arthroscopic surgery, Dr. Parsons tried easing his patient’s pain with anti-inflammatories, a knee brace, injections of corticosteroids and even “rooster comb extract” (medically known as v i s c o s uppleme nt a tion injections) which serves to lubricate the joint with 50 to 65 percent effectiveness. But when all other treatments fail or are no longer effective at reducing symptoms, surgery is the final option. In Hungerford’s case, with bone rubbing bone, that meant total knee replacement.

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First performed in 1968, arthroplasty involves resurfacing the knee and using metal and plastic parts to cap the ends of the bones Dr. John Hungerford that form the knee joint. Improvements in surgical materials and techniques think, ‘I don’t need to have it done.’ have increased its effectiveness to Then, I would get those little rethe point that more than 600,000 minders a day or so later that, ‘OK, knee replacements are now per- you need to do something about formed in the United States each this.’ It wasn’t constant.” Then he ran into a neighbor year. Nevertheless, surgery was who had a total knee replacement. something Hungerford was not “I think it was a few weeks after he had it done that I saw him, and quite ready for. “On a pain scale of 0 to 10, it was then I saw him again when he was getting up there to around 7 or 8,” a few months out and he was dosaid Hungerford. “Some days it ing remarkably well,” said Hunwouldn’t be too bad, and I would gerford. “I thought, ‘Gee whiz!’

Parkwest joint replacement patients go directly home to recover Most patients who have a total hip or total knee replacement at Parkwest Joint Center – The Retreat bypass transitional care facilities, allowing them to recover more quickly and comfortably in their own homes and regain independence sooner. A key part of this is getting patients moving almost immediately after surgery. “Studies confirm that the more quickly patients begin physical therapy after a total joint replacement, the more quickly they recover,” said Parkwest Joint Retreat coordinator Kay Varnadoe, RN. The Joint Center program is structured to assist patients throughout their hospital stay. Patients in the Parkwest Joint Center program are encouraged to bring a coach who will attend group physical therapy with them and other patients who either had a total hip or total knee replacement that day. The camaraderie of this small group setting is proven to help patients improve the results of their inpatient physical therapy. Anyone considering joint replacement surgery may receive treatment at The Retreat if he or she is a patient of an orthopedic physician who has privileges with Parkwest Medical Center. For more information, visit www.TreatedWell.com/theretreat or call 865-374-PARK.

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Finally, he relented. After a visit with Dr. Parsons, Hungerford attended an “orientation class” in which he and other patients learned about what to expect from the procedure. He also began a series of home exercises to improve flexibility prior to surgery. On April 18, Hungerford, 77, checked into Parkwest Medical Center where Dr. Parsons made an eight-inch incision, removed dam-

aged portions of bone at the end of the femur (thigh-bone) and top of the tibia (shin-bone) and replaced them with the prosthetic components. He was up and walking with assistance a short time after the two-hour surgery. He was discharged the following day and began outpatient physical therapy soon after. “He did a nice job on it,” Hungerford said, three months after the surgery. “The scar is healing over nicely and the swelling has gone down. I’m getting around pretty well now with my artificial knee. It does click a little bit when I’m walking, but now I can walk without pain.” What’s more the whole experience went far smoother than Hungerford expected. “I’ve got to sing the praises of Parkwest, and I’ve got to sing the praises of Dr. Parsons and his staff – they were top flight and just super,” said Hungerford, adding that Parkwest even accommodated his lacto-ovo vegetarian diet. “The nurses were great. They were very nice to me and treated me with respect and I couldn’t say better about them. They were super. I’d heard good things about that hospital and I see why.” The caring didn’t stop at discharge, either. Once he was back home, he found that Margo Grizzle, Dr. Parsons’ medical assistant and coordinator of patient care, was as near as his phone. “She was always available,” he said. “If I needed medications for anything, like if I were having nausea, she would address that. Anytime I called her, she would get back to me that same day, usually within a short period of time. She was just great.” For more information on the orthopedic services offered at Parkwest, or to locate a Parkwest orthopedic surgeon, call 865-374-PARK or www.TreatedWell.com

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Campers & RV’s Transportation Automobiles for Sale FORD MUSTANG 2004. V6, AT, red/ black, leahter, 40th Anniv. 96K mi., new tires, $5450. (865)522-4133. LINCOLN CONTINENTAL MK6 1981. In garage, 77,000 mi., Appraised for 5K, asking $3,000. Car in Oak Ridge. 608-695-6238, tsmazur@gmail.com Saturn SC2 2001, 98K mi, 1 owner, 38 mpg, dependable, very cold air. $3250. (865) 288-7009.

Sports and Imports INFINITI G37 2013. HT Convertible. Fully loaded. 27k mi. $23,500. (423)295-5393. MERCEDES SL600 1994, 12 cyl, 83K mi, good cond, $8,000. (865) 458-1864. Mini Cooper 2013. 2 Dr Coupe, auto, factory warranty remaining, Pepper white. 6,600 mi., $14,900. (865)755-5307. NISSAN MAXIMA - 2013. sunroof, leather, 58K mi., $13,900. (423)2955393. TOYOTA CAMRY 2000. XLE, loaded, sunroof, lthr. seats, cold air, AT, Real nice car! $3250. (865)308-2743. TOYOTA PRIUS III 2013. $12,200. Great shape. 50 mpg. Cold AC. 98,350 hwy mi., (910)448-0386. VW BEETLE 1970. completely restored in TN Orange! Reblt eng., new tires, am-fm streo. $9,995. (865)250-1296. VW Beetle 2006, 100K mi, all opts, 1 owner, exc cond. $3500. (865)257-7797.

Sport Utility Vehicles CHEV EQUINOX 2015. Beautiful silver, 4 dr., loaded, only 1900 mi., 4 cyl., 6 spd. auto, $14,900. (865)522-4133. CHEVROLET SUBURBAN - 2014. LTZ 2014. Sunrf., dual DVD’s, loaded. 38K mi., $31,900 (423)295-5393.

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NEW & PRE-OWNED CLEARANCE SALE CHECK OUT OUR 2016 MODELS SHOW PRICES EXTENDED Check Us Out At Northgaterv.com or call 865-681-3030 Tiny House. Retreat or Retire in this park model at Hickory Star Marina & Campground, Lot 2, Maynardville, TN. Apprx 395 SF furn., 10x30 screened porch, $22,500 obo. Call or text for pics & more info (865) 207-2452. Also see on Zillow.

Motorcycles/Mopeds 2002 KTM 450 EXC - lowered 1 inch, original owner, just serviced - Black plastic and original orange plastic included - $2200 (865) 806-0876 (865)806-0876. BMW K12RS 2002, 46K mi, garage kept, 1 owner, good cond, $3,000. (865) 463-1557. HARLEY DAVIDSON Dyna Glide 2015 (new), 7 mo. old, extras. Accepting payoff, due to health. Text (865)250-6584.

Off Road Vehicles

Chev. S-10 1996, red & black, 4 cyl, 5 spd, with extras, 109K orig mi, 1 owner, Linex bedliner, $3200. For pics call/text (865)322-0576. FORD F150 XLT 2015 super crew, V8 5.0, 4WD, 15K mi., warr., tow pkg, pwr. driver seat, $32,900. 865-414-0323.

Vans Chevrolet Van 2003, Factory Handicap van, runs good, $2700. (865) 386-1803.

Classic Cars

GOAD MOTORSPORTS Convenient New Location! Exit 134 • Caryville Tennessee’s Largest CFMOTO Dealer!

CFMOTO

72 COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE 26 YEARS STRONG Large Selection of Side by Sides including 4 Seaters!

• FULL SERVICE CENTER • MECHANIC ON DUTY • PARTS & ACCCESSORIES AVAILABLE

1974 BEETLE, very nice, auto stick, all maint. records from day 1, $7500. (865) 805-2454.

168 Main St., Caryville

1991 Mercedes 500SL, red beauty w/both tops, power top lift, only 66,500 mi. $12,300. (865)300-3547.

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423-449-8433

FORD VICTORIA 1951 Hardtop, 2 dr., restored, Brown & ivory, 32K mi., asking $26,500. 865-228-3024. WANT TO BUY 1939 OR 1940 LINCOLN ZEPHYR - 3 window or ‘40 Ford Coupe. 865-809-5167 or (865)522-4816

Trailers

UTILITY TRAILERS ALL SHAPES & SIZES AVAILABLE 865-986-5626

Vehicles Wanted

FAST $$ CASH $$ 4 JUNK AUTOS 865-216-5052 865-856-8106 WANT TO BUY - ‘39 or ‘40 Lincoln Zephyr 3 window, or ‘40 Ford Coupe. 865-809-5167 or (865)522-4816

Recreation

Landscaping/Lawn Service

DREAM GARDENS

Beautiful & affordable garden designs! Professional installation, exciting outdoor lighting, bed remodeling, topnotch weeding, pruning & mulching. Call (865)680-2076

Garage Sales North BETHANY SPRINGS FALL NEIGHBORHOOD SALE Fri. & Sat. 9/23 & 9/24, 8-?. Multiple homes off McCloud Rd. in Halls. Rain or shine.

Farmer’s Mkt/ Trading Post Farm Buildings

BARNS - SHEDS GARAGES - CARPORTS PATIO COVERS BUILT ON YOUR PROPERTY FREE ESTIMATES!

Millen Garage Builders 865-679-5330 Farm Products

FANNON FENCING We build all types of Farm Fencing and Pole Barn.

(423)200-6600

JEEP WRANGLER - 2015. Ltd 2015, right hand steering, (mail carrier) 4x4, 4 dr, 10k mi. $26,900. (423)295-5393.

Trucks

DREAM LIGHTING

We light up your night! Custom 12v outdoor landscape lighting, design and installation. Call (865)680-2076

*WOOD & VINYL PLANK *BARBED WIRE *HI-TENSILE ELECTRIC *WOVEN WIRE, *PRIVACY FENCING, ETC.

FORD EDGE 2011. Meditteran blue, loaded, htd’d lthr. seats, tow pkg. dual headrest DVD’s. Clean, non smkr., $8000. (865)250-7622.

TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2006. High mileage, slight body damage. Runs great. $4200 cash (865)388-1751.

Lamps/Light Services

FARMERS/GARDENERS WANTED FOR HALLS FARMER’S MARKET - Beside Tractor Supply Co. 7566 Maynardville Hwy. Free setup. Contact Louise Sexton at (865)660-0343 or email Lsexton6@gmail.com. FRESH OKRA NOW! (865)933-5894 HAY, 4X4 ROLL THIS YEAR $20.00 a roll, Can Load, (865) 216-5387. MUSCADINES - You pick, $5 Gal., I pick, $10 Gal. Plants, wine & jelly. Call 865-924-7718. WANTED TO BUY STANDING SAW TIMBER Call 865-719-1623

Livestock & Supplies *************************

East Tennessee Livestock Center Hwy 11 North Sweetwater TN Auction sale each Wed. 12 noon. Receiving cattle Tues. until 9 pm & Wed. beginning 7 am.

Family owned & operated since 1962

Jobs

Toll Free

Employment DRIVERS -CDL-A. Regional 46-49 cpm! Home Weekly-Some Weekdays! Excellent Benefits. Flatbed Exp. Nice Sign-on-Bonus. Training Available. 855-842-8420 x158. DRIVERS -CO & O\Op’s. Earn Great Money Running Dedicated! Great Benefits. Home Weekly. Monthly Bonuses. Drive Newer Equipment! 855-582-2265.

877-652-9017 Mark Houston,

423-337-8485 easttennesseelivestock.com

HOLSTEIN STEER SALE Fri. Sept. 16, 8pm

Services Offered Cleaning Services

HOUSE CLEANING

by Mary Turner. Free estimate. Great refrences. Clean weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Please call (865)692-9725.

General Services

17’ MAKO, center console, alum. trailer, like new cond. $13,900. 19K invested, Call (865)405-5908. SAILBOAT 2001 25’ CATALINA, 9.9 Yamaha elec. start/tilt. Wheel steering. Trlr. Incl. $21,500. 865-458-8842. YAMAHA JET BOAT 17’ 1997 w/trlr. Twin engines. 220 HP. Seats 5. Good cond. Good runner. Fast. Exc. ski boat. $5000. (865)248-4257, 570-807-4722

REMODELING & HANDYMAN SERVICE JIMMY THE PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN!!

Can fix, repair or install anything around the house! Appliances, ceramic tile, decks, drywall, fencing, electrical, garage doors, hardwoods, irrigation, crawlspace moisture, mold & odor control, landscape, masonry, painting, plumbing. Any Remodeling Needs you wish to have done or completed!

EMERGENCY SERVICE 24/7

Campers & RV’s 1999 FLEETWOOD Avion Savannah 35’ 5th wheel, exc. cond. 3 slides, new tires, batteries, landing gear, TV’s, etc. $12,000 obo. (865)250-4443. 2008 FOREST RIVER LEXINGTON GTS Class B+, 31.5’, Ford E450 V10, 15K mi., 12’ slide, rear qn bed, Onan gen., exc. cond. $41,000. 865-368-5260 CAMPER - 2012 R/Vision/Trail Sport. 25’, 1 slide, exc. cond. $11,900. Call (865)661-6946. CAR TOW DOLLY - 2016, all cars/pu Swivels, tilts, never used, new ret. $2750. 1st $1050 cash. 864-275-6478

Retired Vet. looking to keep busy.

Call (865)281-8080 Home Maint./Repair HAROLD’S GUTTER SERVICE Will clean front & back, $20 & up. Quality work, guaranteed.

(865)288-0556

Buy & Sell fast!

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Med Equip & Supplies LIFT CHAIR, 3 mos old, fushia velour, 350 lb weight limit, $500. (865) 776-5844

Golden Retrievers, 11 wk old English/ American puppies, shots & deworming UTD, AKC reg., 24 mo health guar., $1200. (423)438-2692 GOLDEN RETRIEVERS, AKCshots, extras. $450. Will deliver. (423)676-7874; 423-833-6237. GOLDENDOODLES F1 pups, CKC reg, UTD on shots, health guar. $900. (423)488-5337 HAVENESE PUPS AKC, home raised, health guar. 765-259-7337 noahslittleark.com LAB PUPPIES - Silver, AKC reg. 5 wks., ready on 28th, taking deposits, go to www.moransmountainkennel. com. 828-541-2516. LABRADOODLES - Golden Doodles Yorkshire Terriers Non-shedding, intelligent, litter box trained. Call or text (865)591-7220 POMERANIAN PUPS, full blooded, CKC reg, vet ck’d, shots, dewormed, parents on site. $500. (423)620-1406

PUPPY NURSERY Many different breeds Maltese, Yorkies, Malti-Poos, Poodles, Yorki-Poos, Shih-Poos, Shih Tzu, $175/up. shots & wormed. We do layaways. Health guar. Go to Facebook, Judys Puppy Nursery Updates. 423-566-3647 SHIH TZU puppies, AKC, Females $600; Males $500. Shots UTD. Warranty. 423-618-8038; 423-775-4016 SHIH-TZU PUPS, born July 20, ready to go, weaned & potty trained, indoor raised. $500. (423)329-4760 STANDARD POODLE PUPPIES - AKC Reg. 4 female, 1 male, tails docked, dew claws rem. $700. (423)201-3898 TOY POODLE PUPPIES (P) AKC - 2 M $650, 1 F $750, ready now, crate & potty trn’d. 865-221-3842 YORKIE BABIES, CKC REG., worming & 1st shots, 6 wks old, weigh 10-12 ozs now, short body, short legs, black & rust, very tiny 1 M & 3 F. 423-368-6731

Merchandise Appliances

FEEDER CALF SALE Fri. Sept. 23, 8pm *************************

Wanted to Buy WANT TO BUY STANDING TIMBER, Hardwood & Pine 865-982-2606 & 865-382-7529.

Dogs AUSSIEDOODLES CKC - CKC, vet ckecked, shots & wormed. Non Shedding. $650. (931)528-2690 AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS CKC - Tails docked, dew claws removed., shots, wormed. Red merle tris w/blue eyes, red tris & black tris. Call for price. (865)850-8501 BLUE TICK trained coon hound & pups, UKC & PKC reg. Performance & super staked. 865-603-9594. COCKER SPANIEL/CHIHUAHUA MIX Puppies, 6 wks. old, $25. Call aft. 1pm (865)982-3835 DOBERMAN PUPS, AKC, Sire XL natl & intl champ - 125 lbs. Dam’s father was 2013 World Champ. Great protection, good with kids. $600-$500. Credit cards accepted. 615-740-7909 ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES - AKC reg., 1st shots, vet ck’d. $1500. Call (423) 519-0647. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS AKC, West German bldlns, 6 M, 3 F, vet ck’d. health guar. $500. 865-322-6251.

Home Mortgages: Purchase or Refinance. 24 hr. service. Locally owned company 423-745-5540 office 865-304-2485 cell, ask for Doug

FIRST FINANCIAL OF TN HOME LOANS, LLC NMLS # 161834 TN LIC # 108776

Merchandise - Misc. FIREPLACE INSERT - Skyline w blower $200 obo (865)640-3970 GENERATOR BIG 8500 watt, 2016, Honda elec. start. Batt. & whl kit incl. Never used. New retail $4995. Wholesale $3750. 1st $1850 cash, 864-275-6478.

Storage Sheds YARD BARN IN POWELL - 8x8x8, U haul, $350. I haul, $500. (256)503-8717

Tickets/Events

2 BUYING

UT - FLORIDA UT - BAMA TICKETS TOP CASH PAID 687-9984 RON _____________ CASH FOR ALL FLORIDA TICKETS 687-8665 _____________ WILL PAY $150 EACH FOR ALL FLORIDA and ALABAMA TICKETS 689-9318 DAVID 2 FLA TICKETS lower level, for sale. Call (865) 659-4534

BUYING TN Football TICKETS & PARKING PASSES

Real Estate Sales Homes For Sale HOUSE ON 2 ACRES IN DEER LODGE $42,000. Many Extras. Cal (423)965-4604

Lake Property BEAUTIFUL 3+ ACRES Multiple bldg sites, level laying property w/100 lake frontage on Melton Hill Lake $330,000. (865)227-7652 LAKEFRONT 3+ ACRES - West Gallaher Ferry, 5600 SF, 4 BR, 3.5 Ba, pool, dock w/lift, lg. cath. ceil $775,000. (865)227-7652

Manufactured Homes I BUY OLDER MOBILE HOMES 1990 up, any size OK 865-384-5643

Real Estate Rentals Apartments - Furnished WALBROOK STUDIOS 865-251-3607 $145 weekly. Discount avail. Util, TV Ph, Refrig, Basic Cable. No Lease.

Apartments - Unfurn. 1 BR POWELL - Beautiful secure bldg, Special 1/2 rent now. Water pd, all appl. $520. $150 DD. NO PET FEE. 865-384-1099; 938-6424

1,2,3 BR

“THIS WEEK NEEDING FLORIDA TIXS” Call Rudy, 865-567-7426

$355 - $460/mo.

GOOD AS NEW APPLIANCES

BUYING

GREAT VALUE RIVERSIDE MANOR ALCOA HWY

90 Day Warranty

UT FOOTBALL TIXS.

865-851-9053

BUYING PARKING PASSES

2001 E. Magnolia Ave. Building Materials 15 24’ WIRE REINFORCED CONCRETE LIGHT POSTS. $100 ea obo. Call 865-384-6538 or (865)577-3505.

Cemetery Lots 2 CEMETERY PLOTS Highland South, Garden Cross, $2200 each. Contact 865-719-2143 or 865-250-5047

CASH PAID ALL GAMES

2 BR TOWNHOUSES

(865)687-1718

Cherokee West $615 South - Taliwa Gardens $585 - $625 1 1/2 bth, W/D conn. (865) 577-1687

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2 LOTS Highland Memorial West, value $2900 each. Sell $1400 each. Call 865-414-4615.

I need TN/Florida football tickets.

2 SIDE BY SIDE cemetery plots in the Bronze section # 33 in Greenwood Cemetery, Tazewell Pk. Valued at S3,840 ea. Will sell both for $6,000. Willing to neg. (865)688-1561. 4 CEMETARY PLOTS LYNNHURST Section C Lot 685 plots 1,2,6,7. Will split. Value $3495 ea.Will sell for $2800 ea.includes transfer fee. (865)216-5526 BERRY Highland Memorial Cemetery, West. 2 lots, exc. loc., Top of the hill just off roadway. Valued at $2200 each. Selling both for $3000. (865)470-2646 or 865-254-1213. SHERWOOD MEMORIAL GARDENS Alcoa Hwy, 1 cem. lot, double deep for 2 people. Cost $7500, sell for $4000. (865)230-0527

Collectibles 90% silver, halves, quarters & dimes, old silver dollars, proof sets, silver & gold eagles, krands & maple leafs, class rings, wedding bands, anything 10, 14, & 18k gold old currency before 1928 WEST SIDE COINS & COLLECTIBLES 7004 KINGSTON PK CALL 584-8070

MUHAMMAD ALI autographed Boxing Glove in glass case with COA, also autographed boxing picture, both $2200 obo. Call (865)742-0379.

UT QUILT - Missing! Sentimental UT Quilt taken from Campground AA, row 6 during Battle at Bristol. Reward offered if found no questions. Please return and call 931397-2344. (931)397-2344

Furniture SMALL white French Country china cab. w/glass doors from Bradens Furn. $295. FAUX leather Sofa w/3 cushions, $80. (865)591-7986

Jewelry: Costume/Fine ROLEX/oyster date, white textured dial, manual wind, probably ‘60’s, runs well, $1795. (865) 977-6625

Lawn & Garden 2016 (3 mos.) Mahindra Tractor, Loader, landscape, bushhog, Accepting payoff due to health. Text 865-250-6584. JOHN DEERE GX 335 - John Deere GX335, 295 hrs, 54”deck. Great condition, make offer! $3795 (865)5990516 JOHN DEERE LAWN WALKBEHIND - 48” cut, 1980-1982. Sulky, Belky, extra blades, some parts. $1400 obo. 2 steel ramps, $150. (865)256-0047

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BRISTOL/ALL EVENTS

UT/FLA & UT/ALA. 865-315-3950

2 LOTS, $925 EACH - Greenwood Cemetery value $3840 each. Call (865)964-9207.

865-970-2267 *Pools, Laundries, Appl. *5 min. to UT & airport

(Home/Away)

2 CEMETERY PLOTS, Highland Memorial, Sutherland Ave. Veterns Garden sec., $4500 obo. (865)933-1793.

SEVERAL Jim Grey prints available, most framed & triple matted. (614)216-5010

Pets

QUANTUM EDGE ELEC. WHEELCHAIR - Works fine. New $150 charger. Computerized adj. for legs, back, hgt & ft. Dual joy sticks for rider & caregiving. $500/b.o. (865)938-0906

Consolidation Loans

GE SIDE x SIDE, White Refrig. with ice maker, 20 CF, only 1 yr. old, still under warr., $350 firm. (865)693-6416.

BUYING OLD US COINS

ADVANTAGE Boats/Motors/Marine

Dogs GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPY AKC, 8 wks. 1st shot, vet ck, wormed, ready to go to good home. 865-567-7180

Call 865-315-3950.

I-DEAL TICKETS Buy/Sell VOLS Tickets All Games Home / Away 865-622-7255

TN - FLORIDA All Games Home/Away Buy/Sell 865-384-6867

BASEMENT APT. FOR RENT - $600/ month. Year + lease. 1 bdrm, ful bath, kitchen, & den. Includes utilities, water, power, and internet. Cedar Bluff area. Call Cathy (865)384-8827 . BEST DEAL OUT WEST! 1BR from $375-$395. 2BR $550-$750. No pets. Parking @ front door. (865)470-8686 BROADWAY TOWERS 62 AND OLDER Or Physically Mobility Impaired 1 & 2 BR, util. incl. Laundry on site. Immediate housing if qualified. Section 8-202. 865-524-4092 for appt. TDD 1-800-927-9275

MORNINGSIDE GARDENS 1 BR Apt Now Available ELDERLY OR DISABLED COMPLEX A/C, Heat, Water & Electric Incl, OnSite Laundry, Computer Center & Resident Services Great location! On the Bus Line! Close to Shopping! Rent Based on Income, Some Restrictions Apply Call 865-523-4133. TODAY for more information

Wanted NEED EXTRA CHRISTMAS MONEY? I want to buy vintage costume jewelry, gold and sterling jewelry, vintange men’s watches, vintage sunglasses, lighters, shaving items & old toys. Will pay fair market value. (865)441-2884.

Announcements

WEST. 2 BR, 2 full BA, new carpet/ paint, W/D conn, stv & refrig, $650 mo., $500 dep, $50 credit ck. (865) 588-3433

Homes Unfurnished COUNTRY SETTING 10min. from Halls Hwy 33, Acroos from Union Co. HS. 4BR, 3BA, FP, 2 car gar. on an acre lot. $1200 mo. + $1200 DD. 865-776-3621.

Duplx/Multplx UnFurn Adoptions ADOPT: From your beautiful heart into our loving and secure home, your newborn will be cherished by Alissa & David. Call 1-800-388-5121 Expenses Paid. ADOPTING your baby into our loving and secure home would be a dream come true! Expenses Paid. melissaandjimmyadopt.com or 1-800-524-3167

Personals LOOKING FOR A LADY to do light housekeeping, light cooking and be a companion in exchange for room and board. Call (865)688-2974.

Financial Consolidation Loans

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Hunting/Fishing Leases ARCHERY SEASON ONLY, $400/$500 each, 2500 acres/70 acres food plots Campsite/electric hookup. Private reserve. (865)207-3457.

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SATURDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 24-25 Auditions for Encore Theatrical Company’s production of “Mary Poppins,” 2 p.m., Inman Humanities Complex, Walters State Community College. Casting 25-30 people, including one boy and one girl ages 10-12. Info/audition requirements: etcplays.org.

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THROUGH FRIDAY, SEPT. 30 “The Freedom Engine: East Tennessee Remembers 9/11” display, East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. The Freedom Engine went into reserve status in 2013. Upon retirement, several artifacts associated with the truck were returned to East Tennessee and donated to the East Tennessee Historical Society. Info/museum hours: 215-8830; eths@ eastTNhistory.org; easttnhistory.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21 Beaver Nelson, “Songwriter in the Soul House Series,” 6-8 p.m., Sweet P’s BBQ and Soul House, 3725 Maryville Pike.

WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY, SEPT. 21-22 AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., O’Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona St. Info/registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 22 “Bulbs: Now is the time! They’re not just for Spring Blooms,” 3:15-4:15 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by Master Gardener Alice Greene. Info: 329-8892. Cinderella Party at the Library, 4:30 p.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. For ages 5-11. Info: 470-7033. Sugar High!, 8:30-10 p.m., Sugar Mama’s, 135 S. Gay St. Free stand-up comedy show featuring Ohio comedians Dustin Meadows and Mike Kolar, along with local comedians. A tribute to Howard “Louie Bluie” Armstrong, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Featuring the Armstrong Legacy Trio. Tickets: $25, some discounts available. Info/tickets: jubileearts.org.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, SEPT. 22-23 AARP Driver Safety class, Cheyenne Ambulatory Center, 944 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge. Info/ registration: Jack Cowen, 483-1615.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 23 Movies on Market Square: “Up” (PG, 2009). Movies begin at dusk; well-behaved dogs welcome. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Info: 215-8767 or knoxlib. org/movies. Scruffy City Soiree, 6:30 p.m., The Standard, 416 W. Jackson Ave. Fundraiser for Knox Heritage. Event includes entertainment by Kukuly and the Gypsy Fuego, The Preservation Players and more; silent and live auctions; dinner catered by Bradford Catered Events. Info/tickets: knoxheritage.org.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 23-OCT. 9 “The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe,” Knoxville Children’s Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performances: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Info: 208-3677, knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com, zack@childrenstheatreknoxville.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 24 AAA Driver Improvement Course, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., AAA office, 100 W. Fifth Ave. Eight-hour course helps reduce points for traffic offenders and teaches how to reduce risk while driving. Cost: $40 members/$50 nonmembers. Must preregister. Info/registration: Kate, 862-9254, or Stephanie, 862-9252. Adopt-A-Golden event, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Agri Feed Pet Supply, 5716 Middlebrook Pike. Info: 584-3959. Deadline to register for the Corryton 8-mile and 2-mile State Record Road Races, to be held 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1. The races will begin at the Corryton Community Center, 9331 Davis road. The races will benefit the Corryton Community Food Pantry. Registration: runsignup.com/race/tn/corryton8miler. Info: Joyce Harrell, 705-7684, or Frank Bushakra, fbushakr@eou.edu. “Fall Lawn Repair,” 10:30-11:30 a.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Presented by Master Gardener Ron Pearman. Info: 470-7033. Hindustani Music in Global Culture, 2-3:30 p.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Info: 470-7033. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: feralfelinefriends.org. Saturday Stories and Songs: Sarah Rysewyk, 11 a.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Info: 470-7033. UT Institute of Agriculture’s Ag Day, 11:30 a.m., Brehm Animal Science Building, UT Ag campus. Free to the public. Includes music, farm animals, free popcorn and ice cream, a ribeye meal for purchase, an interactive social media wall, an insect petting zoo, departmental exhibits and a visit from Vol mascot Smokey.

“Children in the Arts,” 2:30 p.m., Amphitheater at the World’s Fair Park, 954 World’s Fair Park Drive. Presented by Tennessee Children’s Dance Ensemble along with other children representing performing arts such as classical and contemporary music, drama and storytelling. Tickets: $7 adults; children, one penny. Tickets: 584-9636; at the gate. Info: tcdedance@gmail.com. Music in the Park Concert Series: Frog and Toad’s Dixie Quartet, 5-9 p.m., Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Cost: $5, kids 5 and under are free. No coolers or pets. Info: 577-4717.

MONDAY, SEPT. 26 Friendlytown, 7:30-9 p.m., Pilot Light, 106 E. Jackson Ave. Free weekly comedy show featuring a standup comedy open mic. West Knox Book Club: “Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah, 10 a.m., Bearden Branch Library, 100 Golfclub Road. Info: 588-8813.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 27 Computer Workshops: Excel, 2-4:15 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Requires “Word Basics” or equivalent skills. Info/registration: 215- 8700. “Cuban Fire with Paquito D’Rivera” presentation by Knoxville Jazz Orchestra, 8 p.m., Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. Tickets: $35.50 adult; $15 student. Info/ tickets: knoxjazz.org; 684-1200. Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv troop, 8 p.m., Scruffy City Hall, Market Square. Free admission. Knox Area Rescue Ministries (KARM) Dinner of Hope, Knoxville Marriott Ballroom, 501 E Hill Ave. Silent auction, 5:15-6:50 p.m.; dinner, 6:30-7; special music with Jordan Infield and Tyler & Erica Bird, 7-7:30; program with Dr. Stephen Mansfield, 7:30-8:30. Tickets: $100. Info/tickets: Karm.org/dinnerofhope.

a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday, St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 4070 Kingston Pike. Includes: authentic Greek food and pastries, live music, traditional Greek dancing and costumes, and shopping. Admission: $2, adults; children 12 and under are free. Weekend passes, $3. Info: 522-5043 or greekfesttn.com.

SATURDAY, OCT. 1 Cades Cove Heritage Tour, 1:30 p.m., Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend. Tickets: $15. Info/reservations: 448-8838. Craft fair and rummage sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Washington Presbyterian Church, 7405 Washington Pike. Free admission and parking. Barbecue lunch available 11 a.m. The community is invited. Table rental, $25: 216-4341. Info: wpc@visitwpc.org. Farragut Lions Club Charity Car Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Chilhowee Park. All proceeds to support Lions Club service projects. Info/registration: farragut.tnlions.org. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: feralfelinefriends.org. “MOTH-ers” Night Out program, 7:30-9:30 p.m., UT Arboretum, 901 S. Illinois Ave., Oak Ridge. Learn about moths and other nocturnal insects. All ages welcome. Info: 483-3571. Tennessee Valley Golden Retriever Rescue, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Agri Feed Pet Supply, 5716 Middlebrook Pike. Info: 584-3959.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, OCT. 1-2 Auditions for the WordPlayers’ production of “A Woman Called Truth,” 3 p.m., Erin Presbyterian Church, 200 Lockett Road. Seeking two black women, one black man and one white man. Info/what to prepare: wordplayers.org or 539-2490. “Transcendance, not your ordinary dance experience,” 7 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday, Clarence Brown Theatre, UT campus. Tickets: $12-20. Info/ tickets: gocontemporarydance.com or 539-2475.

SUNDAY, OCT. 2

“Walking in Sunlight: The Life and Legacy of Uncle Dave Macon,” a musical stage play, 7 p.m., Middle Tennessee State University Tucker Theatre, Champion Way, Murfreesboro. Tickets: $4, students K-12 and seniors 60+; $8.50, general admission. Info/ tickets: showclix.com/event/Walkinginsunlight.

Dinner on the Bridge: A celebration of the city of Knoxville’s 225th Birthday, 5:30 p.m., Gay Street Bridge. Tickets, $225 and are available: knoxalliance.com; 5237543; mail a check to: Arts & Culture Alliance, P.O. Box 2506, Knoxville, TN 37901. Info/schedule: knoxalliance. com/dinner-on-the-bridge. Inaugural East Tennessee Portfolio Day, 1-5 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park. Hosted by Memphis College of Art and Knoxville Museum of Art. Free and open to the public. Purpose: to give high school and college transfer students the chance to review their portfolios with college representatives, receive critique on their work and learn more about attending a professional art college. Info: mca.edu.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28

TUESDAY, OCT. 4

Books Sandwiched In: “Give Us the Ballot: The Modern Struggle for Voting Rights in America” by Ari Berman, noon, East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Discussion led by Knoxville attorney Tammy Kaousias. Info: 215-8801. Knoxville Writers’ Group meeting, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Naples Italian Restaurant, 5500 Kingston Pike. Featured speaker: Marilyn Neilans, author and publisher. Topic: “So You’ve Finished Your Manuscript, Now What?” All-inclusive lunch: $12. Reservations by Monday, Sept. 26: 983-3740. Oktoberfest “Taste ’n’ Toast” to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), 5-9 p.m., Sweet P’s Downtown Dive, 410 W. Jackson Ave.

Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv troop, 8 p.m., Scruffy City Hall, Market Square. Free admission.

TUESDAY-FRIDAY, SEPT. 27-30

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Second Presbyterian Church, 2829 Kingston Pike. Info/registration: Paul Johnson, 675-0694. Artist lecture and reception for current exhibition, “The Unbearable Flatness of Being” by Atlantabased artist Sarah Emerson, 7 p.m. Lecture: McCarty Auditorium, Art & Architecture Building on the UT Campus. Reception: Ewing Gallery. Free and open to the public.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 30 “Fall Event at the Yarn Haven,” 6-8 p.m., 464 N. Cedar Bluff Road. Includes color theory workshop, sampling and discount on new fall yarns, wine and cheese refreshments, door prizes and free gift for everyone. Cost: $30. Info/registration: 694-9900. Movies on Market Square: “Night at the Museum” (PG, 2006). Movies begin at dusk; well-behaved dogs welcome. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Info: 2158767 or knoxlib.org/movies. Oktoberfest fundraiser to benefit the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra, 5:30 p.m., Willow Ridge Garden Center, 97 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge. Tickets: $65. Info/tickets: 483-5569. Tennessee Stifflegs, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Tickets: $10, JCA members, students, seniors; $11, general advance; $13, general day of show; $7, children 12 and under. Info/tickets: jubileearts.org. What’s Brewing in the Children’s Room?, 10 a.m., Lawson McGhee Library, 500 W. Church Ave. Info: 215-8750.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 30-OCT. 1 Yard sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Mount Harmony Baptist Church, 819 Raccoon Valley Road NE. All proceeds to benefit the church.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 30-OCT. 2 Greekfest, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 11

THURSDAY, OCT. 6 Fulton High School Alumni Association’s Wall of Fame banquet and induction ceremony, Rothchild Catering and Banquet Hall, 8807 Kingston Pike. Meet and Greet, 5:30-6:30 p.m.; banquet, 6:30 p.m. Cost: $60. Info: fhsalumni@hughes.net or Fulton High School Alumni Association, P.O. Box 27431, Knoxville, TN 37927-7431.

FRIDAY, OCT. 7 Jack Herranen and the Little Red Band, 8 p.m., Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave. Tickets: $10, JCA members, students, seniors; $11, general advance; $13, general day of show; $7, children 12 and under. Info/ tickets: jubileearts.org. Movies on Market Square: “Star Wars: Episode 7 – The Force Awakens” (PG-13, 2015). Movies begin at dusk; well-behaved dogs welcome. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Info: 215-8767 or knoxlib.org/movies. Opening reception for new exhibit: “Mask” by sculptor Nan Jacobsohn, 5-8 p.m., The District Gallery, 5113 Kingston Pike. Exhibit on display through Oct. 29. Info: thedistrictgallery.com. Public reception for five new exhibits, 5-9 p.m., Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. Opening exhibits include Tennessee Artists Association: The Fall Juried Show: 42nd Fall Art Exhibition; The Arrowmont Experience: Featuring Work by Current Artists-in-Residence; Pottery by Rex W. Redd; Impressions of Nature by Dennis Sabo; and Melanie Fetterolf – Rain Paintings & Classroom Art. Exhibits on display Oct.7-28. Info: 5237543 or knoxalliance.com.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, OCT. 7-8 Clinch River Antiques Festival, downtown Clinton. Kickoff party, 6-9 p.m. Friday; street festival, 9 a.m-5 p.m. Saturday. Live entertainment, vendors and more. Info/events: 457-2559 or clinchriverfallfestival.com.

SATURDAY, OCT. 8 “Bulbs: Now is the time! They’re not just for Spring Blooms,” 1:30-2:30 p.m., Bearden Branch Library, 100 Golfclub Road. Presented by Master Gardener Alice Greene. Info: 588-8813 or knoxlib.org. Cades Cove Heritage Tour, 1:30 p.m., Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend. Tickets: $15. Info/reservations: 448-8838. “Fandango!” 7:30 p.m., Pollard Auditorium, 210 Badger Ave., Oak Ridge. Presented by the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association. Info/tickets: ORCMA.org or 483-5569.

B-4 • SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 • BEARDEN Shopper news

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FSRMC surgeons mend ex-NYPD detective’s tell-tale heart Lt. Joe Kenda, TV’s Homicide Hunter, is showing in the living room of John and Barbara Mohl’s Sevierville condominium, but neither is watching. That’s because Mohl, a retired detective with the New York Police Department, has plenty of true crime stories of his own. Whether working the notorious “Son of Sam” case or shootouts with Black Panthers, his were the kind of high-profile cases that might evoke a signature, “My, my, my” from Kenda himself. But right now, John is talking about his latest case, a crime of the heart. He was 80 when clogged arteries choked off his heart in August 2015, sending him to the ER at LeConte Medical Center. From there, he was sent to Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center for a triple bypass and valve repair. That, however, wasn’t the worst of it. Tests prior to his bypass surgery revealed a deadly secret – he also had an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), a balloon-like dilation of the largest blood vessel that leads from the heart, down through the abdomen to the rest of the body. It was almost three times its normal “garden hose” size. The great majority can be treated with a stent; however, Mohl’s aneurysm involved the kidney arteries and plaque related blockages of his iliac and femoral arteries, requiring open repair. Should it rupture, the odds were 90 percent he wouldn’t make it. Even without a rupture, repairing it would not be easy on him or his surgeon. Mohl would have to wait more than six months to heal from his open-heart surgery before his body could withstand the rigors of an open AAA, one of medicine’s more challenging and complicated surgeries. Vascular surgeons Dr. Richard Young, assisted by partner Dr. Michael Kropilak, met that challenge on March 24, 2016, in an operation at FSRMC. “We always doublescrub on open AAA surgeries to increase the speed and quality of the repair,” said Dr. Young. “Every case is different, but an open Richard AAA is a major operation Young, M.D. for any patient.”

Ex NYC detective, John Mohl and his wife, Barbara, are back to their quiet life after John’s vascular surgery at Fort Sanders Regional.

Through a large incision on Mohl’s abdomen Dr. Young clamped the aorta above and below the aneurysm to stop the blood flow. Then, he replaced the diseased vessels with a polyester graft. After it was attached, they removed the clamps to restore blood flow and closed the incision. Two weeks later, on April 7, a happyto-be-alive Mohl was discharged from

FSRMC. “There are not enough accolades for these two doctors,” he said. “They did a marvelous job. If it weren’t for them, we wouldn’t be sitting here. They may say things that you think are blunt but they’re just telling you how it is, and that’s how it should be. In the medical profession, you can’t go sugar coating things.” Straight talk. It’s a quality Mohl learned

Hidden killer: AAA often goes undetected, untreated Think you would know an abdominal aortic aneurysm if you had one? Think again. More than half – 62 percent – of AAAs are discovered incidentally, meaning they are found while doctors are searching for something else. For John Mohl, that “something else” came while doctors were looking at a CT scan for a possible pulmonary embolus. Dr. Richard Young, a vascular surgeon at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, says the location of AAAs is what makes them so difficult to detect. “They lie along the front of the backbone in the back of the abdomen,” said Dr. Young. He added that while most aneurysms affect the segment of the abdominal aorta below the kidneys, Mohl’s AAA extended up to the kidney renal arteries. What’s more, Dr. Young said, “Almost all are asymp-

tomatic (show no symptoms) until they rupture, leak or begin growing very quickly.” In fact, 75 percent of AAA patients show no symptoms at all. Of the 25 percent who do, the most common is pain in the abdomen, chest, lower back or groin area. The pain may be severe or dull. The occurrence of pain is often associated with the imminent rupture of the aneurysm. Acute, sudden onset of severe pain in the back and/ or abdomen may represent rupture and is a life-threatening medical emergency. Sometimes, a pulsing sensation, similar to a heartbeat, in the abdomen may be a symptom. More times than not, however, AAAs are diagnosed with CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds or arteriograms while searching for a different problem.

to appreciate on the tough streets of the Bronx. He joined the NYPD on patrol in June 1956, 11 months before his marriage to Barbara. “He was 21, looked like he was 12 and they put him in Harlem!” she exclaimed. “They’d throw garbage cans at him from the roof.” In the ensuing years, Mohl worked undercover narcotics, burglary, major crimes and homicides out of the 14th Precinct in the Brooklyn neighborhoods where survival required street smarts. “I was always too smart to get hurt. Seriously,” said Mohl whose undercover colleagues included Eddie Egan who inspired The French Connection movie. “You have to be on the alert. It’s not a game out there. These people play for keeps. You just have to be a little smarter.” He found the Major Crimes Investigative Unit and worked to round up criminals claiming responsibility for bank robberies, bombings and the murder of six cops in a nine-month period in the early 1970s. One time when Mohl’s car was riddled by gunshots during a shootout, Barbara asked, “What happened to the car?! It’s full of bullet holes!” Mohl’s response? “I had a little incident last night.” These days, Mohl lives the quiet life of a “house husband” and fills his days with Barbara vacuuming, washing dishes, going shopping and watching Joe Kenda on TV. He occasionally helps out at the Rainforest Adventures Discovery Zoo, owned by his daughter and son-in-law. He would like to see his 90th birthday and thanks to Drs. Young and Kropilak and FSRMC, he might just do that. “When you come from a big city like New York, you have a sense of superiority, that everything is better there,” said Mohl, who still speaks in his native Brooklynese. “They may think Michael Kropilak, M.D. ‘All the best hospitals are in New York.’ No, they’re not! They should try Fort Sanders someday.” For more information about vascular surgery at Fort Sanders Regional, call 865-673-FORT or visit fsregional.com.

Are you at risk for an abdominal aortic aneurysm? What causes an abdominal aortic aneurysm to form? The exact cause isn’t fully known. Most people, like retired detective John Mohl, who quit smoking 10 to 12 years ago, attribute it to smoking. While it is true that smoking weakens the arterial wall, vascular surgeon Dr. Richard Young says smoking is only part of the problem. “Smoking in itself doesn’t cause AAA,” said Dr. Young. “Risk factors are anything that can weaken the arterial wall, such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and smoking. A family history of aortic abdominal aneurysm also increases your risk. Fifteen to 25 percent of patients undergoing AAA repair have a first degree relative with an AAA.” That also includes age (older than 60), gender (males are four to five times at greater risk than females), genetic factors and obesity.

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