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The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti, left, is one of the dignitaries with whom career diplomat Dee Robinson, right, worked as the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana.

By Betsy Pickle Recent events such as the U.S. move to normalize relations with Cuba and movie theaters canceling showings of “The Interview” for fear of North Korean retaliation have been a sharp reminder of the importance of the U.S. Foreign Service.

Dee Robinson of Farragut knows better than most what goes into advancing U.S. interests while maintaining good relations with nations throughout the world. Robinson wrapped up a 25-year Foreign Service career with a three-year stint as the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana.

Since retiring in 2001, RobinTo page A-3

Tougher stormwater regs ahead

By Sandra Clark

By May 20, 2015, the town of Farragut must have new regulations to deal with stormwater runoff.

That’s the message from Mike Atchley, manager of water resources for the Tennessee Department of Environment Atchley and Conservation based in Knoxville. He was introduced by Jason Scott, the town’s stormwater coordinator, at a December workshop of the town’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

The new regs must “maintain that first inch of rain onsite,” said Atchley, “but you do not have to

maintain the first inch of rain each day – just the first inch in a 72-hour period.”

The town’s regulations deal primarily with new construction and are enforced through the issuance of building and grading permits.

The town is in its second permit cycle, Atchley said. Starting in 1990, the town has worked to mitigate runoff not coming from a specific site.

“Our biggest problems are legacy issues,” said Mayor Ralph McGill. “They pre-date the (formation of the) town, and some are really bad.”

Atchley advised town leaders to look at the total effectiveness of their program. “Overall, you must be improving the quality.”

He said legacy issues could

be addressed with fees collected from new developments. “You have some options.”

David Smoak, town administrator, asked about buffer zones.

“Some of our creeks are (previously declared) impaired streams.

We may have to increase the buffer zones.”

Atchley said the town should put a 60-foot buffer requirement on grading permits issued near impaired streams, running from the top of the stream bank.

“You have three issues,” said Atchley: the volume of stormwater, the pollution and the mitigation.

“You should be treating 80 percent of the discharge.

“Somewhere within the same drainage area you should allow

the developer to do mitigation that’s 1.5 times the volume of runoff on the first site. Or you can adopt a payment in lieu of mitigation to use in the town’s stormwater program.”

Town Engineer Darryl Smith said he’s got a lot to learn. “We all do.”

Atchley said new technology can help the town keep sedimentation out of streams, and he listed rain gardens, additional trees or pervious pavement on public projects as alternatives to detention basins.

Planning commissioner Ed Whiting asked if homeowners associations could have responsibility for runoff prevention. “Yes, if they choose to own common space,” said Atchley.

Plaintiffs press tree-cutting lawsuit despite TVA concession

By Betty Bean The property owners who filed a lawsuit in 2012 challenging the Tennessee Valley Authority’s treeremoval policies will press on with their case despite TVA’s announcement that it has ended the practice of destroying vegetation that grows taller than 15 feet on its easement zone.

The utility contends that suspending the 15-foot rule renders the case moot and asks that the lawsuit be dismissed.

Last year, U.S. District Court Judge Tom Varlan ruled in favor of TVA, which maintained that easement rights acquired 70-80 years ago give the utility permission to remove vegetation (by cutting or spraying herbicide) within 150 feet of its power lines, including the right to execute the “15-foot rule,” which it put into place in 2012.

In October, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed that

ruling and sent the case back to Varlan with instructions that TVA must produce documentat ion that it conducted an environmental-impact study before implementDon Vowell ing the 15-foot rule, as required by the National Environmental Protection Act. TVA responded that the 15-foot rule wasn’t really a material change and therefore it hadn’t violated the NEPA. In Dec. 16 court filings, plaintiff’s attorney Don Vowell said that TVA’s about-face is illusory, since it proposed to end the 15-foot rule only in the “buffer zone” (on the outer edges of the easement) while reserving the right to continue to cut in the “wire zone” (beneath the lines), where TVA power wires are typically suspended some 60 feet high.

“The area that TVA plans to effectively clear-cut is approximately 280,000 acres, or more than

437 square miles,” with this area being ‘approximately half the size of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.’

“The stated area is the area of the entire right-of-way, not just the buffer zones. The buffer zones, considered alone, would be a much smaller number of acres and square miles, approximately 25 percent of the stated amount,” the brief, filed Dec. 16, said.

“The Court of Appeals quotes the letter of the TVA official in which he states that ‘our policy requires TVA to cut down all trees 15 feet or higher’ with no indication that the policy is limited to the buffer zones.”

On Dec. 23, TVA filed two new documents. One declared the property owners’ lawsuit moot because the 15-foot rule is no longer in effect. The other was a statement from Jacinda B. Woodward, TVA’s senior vice president of transmission and power supply, who said she has “completely suspended” the use of the 15-foot rule in transmission rights-of-way and will do an NEPA review of any new

buffer zone maintenance practices before implementing them.

She said this applies to both buffer and wire zones.

Vowell made an appearance on WBIR news to discuss TVA’s apparent reversal.

He said he was speaking out “to debunk the idea that this is a voluntary suspension of the 15-foot rule

by TVA when it is really being done to comply with the ruling from the Court of Appeals.”

In his Dec. 16 brief, Vowell said a case is moot “when there is nothing left for the Court to decide. The case at bar is not moot because the issues stated in the complaint have not been decided.”

The plaintiffs contend that the 15-foot rule has had a substantial environmental impact, which means that TVA should have submitted an environmental-impact statement, which it did not do.

Admitting to an NEPA violation could have serious consequences, including being ordered to pay legal fees and costs under the Equal Access to Justice Act.

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A cool Christmas celebration All the Whos in Whoville have their eyes on that sneaky Grinch, played by Glenn Mincher for the Santa’s Workshop Ice Show.

The folks at Cool Sports, Home of the Icearium love this time of year. The weather outside begins to match the conditions inside and moods turn to thoughts of a nice glide across the ice and a cup of hot chocolate.

Sherri Gardner Howell FARRAGUT FACES To kick off Christmas week, Cool Sports, 110 South Watt Road, hosted Santa’s Workshop Ice Show, which has become a holiday favorite for patrons and guests of the Icearium.

Skaters from some of the iceskating classes performed holiday pieces, complete with costumes, to help set the mood. The Whos from Whoville were there, as was that sneaky Grinch, plus elegant dancers skating to such classics as “Blue Christmas” and “March of the Wooden Soldiers.” Local ice-skating stars showed off their talents, then took to the ice with the audience for open skating sessions.

The Icearium will host a Winter Princess party from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 4. Princess Elsa and Anna will be available for photos. Check the website for more information: www. coolsportstn.com

son has focused on other interests, such as family and church. She isn’t a 24/7 news-channel junkie, and she keeps only an amateur eye on international developments.

But she still believes strongly in encouraging bright young Americans to choose a career in the Foreign Service.

“It is an interesting career for the right person,” says the Rhea County native. “There are some downsides to it, in terms of being away from family, and if you’re a two-career couple you have to figure that out.

You’re on the go all the time.

But for the right person, it has a lot to offer.”

The Foreign Service wasn’t Robinson’s first choice. She majored in history at the University of Tennessee, and she worked at a weekly newspaper her family owned in Rhea County.

“I think I sort of envisioned working as a researcher for a magazine like Time or Newsweek,” she says.

But after her freshman year, she traveled throughout Europe for several months, and at one point she lost her passport and had to visit an American embassy to get a new one.

“That’s the first time I ever really focused on the embassy,” she says. “At the time, I thought, ‘Hmm, that’s interesting.’ ” When she returned to UT for her junior and senior years, she took several Asian history courses.

“At that time there were a lot of returning Vietnam vets who had become interested in international affairs,” she says. Robinson heard them talk about taking the written exam for the Foreign Service.

“They said, ‘It’s so hard.

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time around. And most people don’t pass it’ – stuff like that.”

That was all the incentive Robinson needed to sign up for the test – then offered only once a year. (It’s now offered three times a year.) She took the exam and passed it, and then she passed the oral exam.

While she was waiting for the State Department to complete her background checks, she worked at the family newspaper. But she was ready to go when State beckoned in 1975.

She moved back and forth between training and service in Washington, D.C., and assignments in India, China, Korea and Indonesia. Some of her duties involved crisis response; some were managerial in nature; some involved technology, such as implementing the use of barcodes at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, which at that time had the largest tourist-visa operation in the world.

Robinson believes the scope of her experience is what prompted the State Department to propose her for an ambassadorship.

She says she didn’t have a “burning desire” to become an ambassador, but the position was coming open, and she wanted to see service in a different part of the world.

Robinson, who was the second female U.S. ambassador to Ghana (after political appointee Shirley Temple Black in the early 1970s), says she learned a lot from her time there. She’s careful not to sound critical, but she says that the U.S. might have fared better in Iraq if officials had used some of the lessons learned in Ghana.

“Helping the citizens of a country to embrace democracy is a lot harder and a much more multifaceted effort than most people would think,” she says. “We’ve done it in fits and starts ourselves. Is it any wonder that developing countries can take time to do it?”

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Tennessee once rejected a Gator Bowl bid Considering how hard these football Volunteers worked to get the current bowl opportunity, you might not believe that Tennessee once turned down a holiday invitation.

It happened in 1955, after Bowden Wyatt’s first season as coach.

The Gator Bowl called with a tempting offer to match the 6-3-1 Volunteers against the 8-1-1 Auburn Tigers. The two schools had been in the Southeastern Conference all along but hadn’t played since 1939.

Great idea to get reacquainted, don’t you think?

Wyatt said thanks but no thanks. Players were sur-

missed was the 1956 schedule. The first game was against Auburn.

Think about it. The Vols and Tigers really didn’t know each other. Auburn had no old film, no file, no scouting notes.

Said Wyatt: “I did not want Auburn preparing to play against our singlewing in the bowl game, finding out what would and wouldn’t work on defense, and having eight more months to refine the plan.”

Smart? Wyatt didn’t want no stinking Tigers spoiling what was to come.

Tennessee played Auburn on Sept. 29, 1956, at Legion Field in Birmingham. Ten-

nessee won, 35-7. Tennessee surged on to a 10-0 record.

It won the SEC championship. Majors became an allAmerican. Wyatt was national coach of the year.

The ’56 Vols were truly outstanding, No. 2 in the country. They went to the Sugar Bowl. Sometime when you aren’t expecting it, I’ll tell you how that turned out.

Well, maybe just a tidbit now: Majors fumbled a punt too near his goal. Bad things happened. But his mother, Elizabeth, had a wonderful explanation: “Even the best cooks burn the biscuits now and then.”

Wyatt and Tennessee had nothing against the Gator

Bowl. They accepted a 1957 invitation and had a great game against Texas A&M, marked by a massive collision between rival tailbacks.

Bobby Gordon had the ball and John David Crow was playing safety. They ran into each a few yards short of a Tennessee touchdown.

You could hear the crash of helmets in the press box.

Crow got up, shaking his arm. He later said it was numb. Gordon, seemingly groggy, was helped to his feet by a good friend, end Landon Darty.

It helps this story that Tennessee won the game.

A pedaling political omen for 2015

when diligent researchers at MSNBC discover he is George W. Bush’s brother. Tarred with the Bush brush, he returns to his first love, “advising” banks

like Lehman Brothers, whose recklessness and greed ushered in the Great Recession on his brother’s watch.

Happy New Year!

I like watching humanity of all ages, shapes, and sizes parade by my front door on slow evenings. By “slow” I mean those in which I saw the “Seinfeld” and “The Andy Griffith Show” episodes airing that evening just a couple of weeks earlier.

On just such a slow evening last week, I watched a 40-ish man wheel by on a bright red bicycle.

I might have passed this off as nothing unusual had he not been pedaling very leisurely through a driving rain holding a dachshund under one arm.

The man wore gray sweatpants, a green sweatshirt and a bright orange toboggan, not the sledding variety familiar to Yankees (which would have been hard to balance), but the knit cap kind worn in the winter by Southern gentlefolk.

along the line of, “What in the world are you thinking?”

When he grasped his protégé’s logic, he said, “BrilMarvin liant,” or maybe it was, “I’ll West be darned.”

Wyatt actually knew what he was doing.

He had a pretty good prised. Fans were shocked. team that had lost its first A second blast fol- two games, thumped Alalowed the coach’s decision. bama, tied highly regarded Vanderbilt was second Georgia Tech and lost only choice. “No” from Tennes- to Kentucky in the stretch see sent the Commodores to run. John Majors was the Jacksonville. junior tailback. He had proUnbelievable! duced 1,133 yards. He was When the UT athletic di- SEC player of the year. rector, General Robert R. The coach firmly believed Neyland, first heard Wyatt’s he was going to have a betposition, he spilled some of ter team the next season. his coffee and said something What Wyatt saw that others

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It’s hard to say for certain what the dachshund thought of this arrangement, although every few seconds the dog loosed an uncertain yelp, perhaps because the bicycler had not thought to protect his passenger’s head with a caninesized toboggan.

Watching them pedal and yelp into the gloom of the approaching night, I concluded the dog was a kidnap victim, for what self-respecting dachshund would have volunteered for such a ride?

Steeped in hillbilly lore, I soon realized I had witnessed an omen for the

coming year.

Many hours later I successfully divined its meaning. Here are a couple of bold predictions for what awaits us in 2015.

Obama remains president for the entire year.

Many may find this one hard to swallow given the president’s perceived missteps while in office. Establishing a national health insurance program, presiding over a booming stock market, bringing soldiers home from Afghanistan and ending the senseless Cold War standoff with Cuba cannot make up for shortcomings like vacationing in Hawaii or Martha’s Vineyard and allowing his wife to criticize our fatness.

Presidents never get a real day off no matter where they are in the world, but for what it’s worth Obama trails George W. Bush in so-called vacation days at

this juncture.

There remain too many for whom Obama’s greatest sin is presiding while black.

Fortunately, that’s not an impeachable offense.

Jeb Bush just says no.

There’s something called the Live Free or Die Alliance already touting the former Florida governor as the 2016 Republican presidential candidate. If that name sounds like it was lifted from the New Hampshire state motto, that’s because it was.

These, according to the Alliance, are a few of Jeb’s bona fides: opposes funding for stem cell research, supports “stand your ground,” supports stricter sentencing and is a “skeptic” on global warming.

Despite the efforts of these Jeb-backers and others who would drag us headlong back to the 19th century, his hopes will fade

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Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com/.

George Winters will be missed Fountain City guy Don K. Ferguson emailed: “I am sure that those who have seen the sign in front of Alert Transmission on N. Broadway were surprised and saddened, as I was, when they read it: ‘Father and Founder, George Winters, 1937 to 2014, Will Be Missed.’

“Thousands of us have enjoyed reading the various inspirational, religious messages that have appeared on that street-side signboard through the years. After reading it on the morning of Dec. 26, I checked the obituaries and learned that beyond the transmission business, Mr. Winters, of Halls, was also a Baptist

minister. He died Dec. 22.

“We hope the messages will continue.”

George and Mary Sue Winters were well known in Halls and Fountain City, having operated Alert TransWinters mission for decades. Mr. Winters, 77, was a Republican candidate for the state Legislature in the late 1960s. He was the founding pastor of New Testament Baptist Church.

There were five children, 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

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‘Vote for Martha to elect Victor’ The unlikely campaign prevails The story of Martha Ashe going to the state Senate in 1974 continues from last week’s column when I had been removed from the ballot by the state Supreme Court. Public reaction was generally in my corner.

But what should be the response? Who would carry the GOP banner in November?

Victor Ashe

My mother, who was then 62, had been an active civic leader in Knoxville from the garden club to mental health endeavors at now Lakeshore Park. She was WBIR TV’s first public affairs director.

She said that she and my father had more to do with my date of birth than anyone else, and the whole issue seemed purely political to her. That is when it occurred to me that she ought to seek the GOP nomination and run as a proxy for me.

The key to its success would be transparency. She agreed to run, although she did not aspire to the office.

So she announced her candidacy with me at her side pledging to run for me, and when I reached 30 she would resign the seat allowing the county court (now commission) to appoint me.

No one else sought the GOP nomination, which would be made at a special called convention to be held at the old Young High School in South Knoxville.

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those days were heavily influenced by the Webster brothers, Warren and Ron. Warren was the GOP chair, and Ron was the district attorney general. Both had been opp one nt s of mine, but Martha Ashe it never occurred to me that they were prepared to throw the senate seat to the Democrats in preference to my mother winning the GOP nomination.

But when the GOP convention was called to order, Webster immediately recognized Fred McPeake (a close ally) to question whether a quorum was present. If not, then the convention was not valid.

My key floor leaders were Ben Atchley (then a state representative), Knox election commissioner John King and former state Rep. Dick Krieg. The convention secretary started calling the roll to determine if a quorum was present. My mother sat quietly in the back of the hall. As it dawned on all what was afoot – that the GOP was about to hand a senate seat over to the Democrats due to having no candidate – anger and dismay quickly surfaced.

After several heated conversations between Ron Webster, Atchley and King, about 15 minutes into the roll call McPeake withdrew the quorum call, allowing the convention to nominate Martha Ashe, who was unopposed.

However, there was still the hurdle of the Knox County Election Commission, which had to meet three days later to vote to place her name on the ballot. The two Democrats, Bill Banks and Merle Johnson (now deceased), were opposed, and Howard Perry, the GOP chair, was a longtime ally of the Websters and was wavering on how he would vote. The other two Republicans were Lois Seymour and John King, who were firmly for placing Martha Ashe on the ballot.

After another very heated meeting in a crowded room, Perry said after 20 seconds of silence, “I reluctantly vote ‘yes’ to place her (Ashe) on the ballot.”

Not until then could the actual campaign between Ashe, Democratic nominee Betty Cathey and independent Jack Comer begin.

Comer never campaigned; Cathey was unable to swing public opinion her way.

My mother ran on the slogan of Vote for Martha to Elect Victor. She proudly said she was a stand-in, and I am convinced this candor won the day. She took 54 percent of the vote. She was sworn into office in January 1975 and introduced a bill to lower the senate age to 25 from 30 (it never passed).

Then she resigned after serving a little over two months.

Knox County Court met 10 days later and unanimously chose me to be the state senator until the November 1976 election. The court was not required to choose me, but the entire election turned into a man-

date for this process due to the openness with which it was promoted. It was a process never before tried and unlikely to be repeated.

■ Knoxvillian Reedy Swanson, son of city Law Director Charles Swanson and federal Judge Pam Reeves, will be in Myanmar (formerly Burma) for the next two weeks as part of the Human Rights Study Project of the University of Virginia Law School, where he is a second-year student on the Law Review.

Swanson, 25, will join several other Virginia law students looking at Myanmar’s transition from a dictatorship to an evolving democracy. It is an exciting time to be halfway around the world from Knoxville in a country making slow and halting progress to democracy.

■ Knoxvillian Hadley Gamble, daughter of Jim and Betty Gamble, was in Knoxville over the holidays from London where she is the Middle Eastern correspondent for CNBC News.

Her aunt is Jane Chedester, who runs Sen. Lamar Alexander’s Knoxville office and is a newly elected member of the GOP state executive committee. She will cover the 2015 Davos economic forum in Switzerland, which is attended by world leaders such as German Chancellor Angela Merkel. She recently met with the Aga Khan. She is due to spend a week next month in Saudi Arabia interviewing its leaders and members of the royal family.

Fighting disease with data The Ebola virus may have fallen off the national radar, but Knox County Health Department epidemiologists are always on the lookout for the next disease outbreak. Tracking disease or foodborne illness is detective work that is driven by numbers, according to Public Health epidemiologist Roberta Sturm.

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“We do data,” she says.

The county’s EPI department consists of four epidemiologists and an epidemiology nurse. The team is in constant communication with local doctors’ offices, hospitals and labs, which are required to report instances of 81 different communicable diseases. The

EPI nurse follows up with each case to determine the likely source and ensure proper patient care.

Numbers can also predict illness that hasn’t yet arrived. Sturm says an outbreak of shigella, an intestinal disease that typically affects children under the age of 5, is likely this year because it typically shows up every five years.

The EPI department even collects data from schools, daycares and doctors’ offices about prevalent symptoms, like sore throats and sinus congestion.

Sturm is especially proud of two surveys that reflect the general health of Knox County − the Behavioral Risk Factor Survey (BRFS) and the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS). The YRBS provides separate date for middle- and high-school students. Both surveys are available on the Knox County Health Department website.

Epidemiologists Al Iannacone, Mark Prather, Alicia Mastronardi and Roberta Sturm and epidemiology nurse Connie Cronley track disease and illness for the Knox County Health Department. Photo submitted The BRFS, which collects responses to questions about health-related behavior as well as physical and emotional health, helps target conditions that are prevalent in Knox County. It also reflects how the county compares to the rest of the state and the nation.

Because the survey is conducted every three years, it also shows health improvements. For exam-

ple, the 2011 survey shows that cigarette smoking is down and seat-belt use is up.

The 2014 BRFS will be completed next year. In general, the surveys show that Knox County residents have better health than most in Tennessee but worse health than most of the nation, Sturm says.

The YRBS is conducted every two years. In the 2013

Bad year for McIntyre, Democrats This time last year, 2014 looked to be shaping up as a referendum on schools Superintendent James McIntyre. It was, and he survived, beat up and bleeding and still advocating for his education reform agenda.

Most, but not all, of this column’s 2014 subject matter dealt with the politics of education, with McIntyre as the focus, so this look back reflects that.

McIntyre is apparently ending the year with a slender majority on the school board (his former 8-1 majority has been whittled down to 5-4), and he’s suffering something like a death of a thousand paper cuts with a steady drip of bad news coming out of Knox County Schools.

The teachers’ rebellion keeps simmering but is no longer at a full boil, so there’s that. It took three years, but teachers are finally getting a contract, despite allegations that McIntyre threw up roadblocks all along the way.

And it’s probably not his fault that he’s had executive-level staff accused of (and in at least one case, confess to) varying grades of felonious behavior, or that some school bus drivers apparently aren’t properly credentialed or that the occasional school resource officer keeps getting caught with his pants down.

The bottom line continues to be the bottom line – even though the bad news is taking a toll, the superintendent still enjoys the support of big-money donors willing to shovel financial support into pro-McIntyre school board candidates’

campaigns.

The guy has shown that he can take a punch, at least for now.

On other topics, Republicans finally had enough of Stacey Campfield, who took his friend Steve Hall down with him when both got primaried.

And speaking of which, what would a look at 2014 be without taking a poke at Tennessee’s Dems, who pretty much got hammered up and down the ballot, sometimes by candidates who had been written off as jokes going into the campaigns?

None of those races reflected as badly on the party as what happened to John McKamey, a credible candidate who’d served as Sullivan County executive and a Sullivan County commissioner and had a long and distinguished career as an educator and a coach.

McKamey offered himself to his party as a counter to incumbent Gov. Bill Haslam and traveled the state on his own dime. But he got no help from party leaders and was rejected in the primary for a buffoon named Charlie Brown who advocated putting Haslam in the electric chair for a non-lethal jolt, just to get his attention. Some national pundits pegged him as the worst candidate in America.

Finally, we said goodbye to some good people this year: labor leader Harold Woods, noted attorney Robert Watson, radio preacher Pappy Beaver, utility executive and citizen activist Marvin Hammond, Tennessee Conservative Union founder/radio personality Lloyd Daugherty, former Republican Party chair Sue Methvin (the first woman to hold that position) and South Knoxville citizenat-large William “Dobber” Doyle.

survey, over 6 percent of high-school students reported that they attempted suicide during the previous year. On a positive note, fewer students (31 percent) reported texting while driving in 2013 than in 2011 (40 percent).

Most health departments aren’t able to conduct such surveys, Sturm says.

While she takes her job seriously, Sturm doesn’t lose sleep over the possibility of a dangerous outbreak.

She’s puzzled by those who worry about pandemics but neglect common-sense practice.

“Some people don’t want

to get the flu vaccine, but they’re terrified of Ebola,” she says. “It’s also important to wash your hands.”

Good relationships with area hospitals and the regional health department help the county to be prepared for health emergencies. They will also help the health department as it pursues accreditation over the coming year. It’s a long process, says Michael Holtz, director of community assessment and health promotion, but accreditation will show that the Knox County Health Department is serving its public-health function.

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Jesus is beautiful

Volunteer Chrissie Batts and Cokesbury Cookie Outreach coordinator Lesley Shock show some Christmas spirit as they organize the cookies and volunteers. Photos by Nancy Anderson

Sweet treats Cokesbury remembers those who work

By Sherri Gardner Howell

Probably none of us will ever forget our first love.

You know, the person with whom you were absolute-ly convinced that you would d spend the rest of your life. e.

Do you remember your first st love? Well, I do. It was kinndergarten (OK, so maybe it wasn’t really “love”). I was all of six years old. Wise beyond my years, I had spotted a little girl that was absolutely beautiful! Next to her, all the other little girls paled in comparison. And I wasn’t the only boy who thought this way; all the boys in kindergarten were in love Volunteers Terri Dahlgren and September Helton are new to with her. She was beautiful. the annual Cokesbury Cookie Outreach experience. Helton Her curly long brown hair, said they spent the day packing goodie bags and getting to pretty eyes and smile that exposed the gap where her know new friends. two front teeth used to be – all were captivating. For the next couple of years, as far as I was concerned, it didn’t matter if some other girl said she liked me, because I wasn’t interested in other girls. I was just interested in her.

Now why would I be revealing this story from my past? Because it reminds me of the lyrics of a song that I learned a few years ago: Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look full in His wonderful face.

And the things of earth will grow strangely dim,

Cokesbury United Methodist Church reaches out to a group who are easily overlooked during the holiday season and shares a sweet treat with them.

The 10-year-old Cokesbury Cookie Outreach, coordinated this year by Lesley Shock, had volunteers baking, packaging and delivering cookies and other goodies to those who have to work on Christmas day.

Shock estimates that 200 volunteers in the church help with the event, either by baking homemade treats, bagging the goodies or making the deliveries. A total of 1,500 treat bags are packed Just a little taste-test then the elves went back to work. From left, front, are Reed Bishofberger, and delivered, each holding Makenzie Hilton and Ian Helton. At back, from left, are Holli and Maddi McKinney. a dozen cookies and other sweets.

“The members put a scatter throughout Bearden It was a tough day for them, all this with a joyous heart, lot of love into each pack- and West Knoxville, visiting so we decided to take them not with a stressed-out atage,” says Shock. “For some hospitals, fire halls, police some treats,” says Shock. titude!” families, baking the cook- stations and retail stores.

Shock says the success Volunteers who show up ies for Cookie Outreach has Like many good ideas, is all in the planning. “It’s a on Christmas Eve to pack become part of their fam- the Cookie Outreach got delicate balance of logistics cookies are very loyal, says ily Christmas traditions. It’s started when members saw that requires tweaking ev- Shock. “They love doing it, pretty special.” a need in their own church ery year. We have to collect and it is part of their ChristOn Dec. 23, the cookies family. “It started years ago the cookies from the bakers, mas tradition. It brings are packaged and organized because we had some mem- get the gift bags, stuff them, people together in a special into delivery “zones.” Volun- bers of the congregation organize them by delivery way. The Cookie Outreach is teers meet in the sanctuary who were police officers or zone, write a greeting, then an opportunity to focus on on the morning of Dec. 24, other service personnel who get the volunteers moving to something outside of ourhave a blessing and then had to work on Christmas. deliver. And, we want to do selves.”

St. Mary’s Legacy serves area charities St. Mary’s Legacy Foundation of East Tennessee board members, community leaders and Bishop Richard F. Stika of the Diocese of Knoxville made substantial grant presentations to local charities and nonprofit organizations serving Catholics and non-Catholics across East Tennessee.

Funding for the grants was initially made possible through funds from the sale of Mercy Health Partners – the former St. Mary’s Hospital – but has increased since that time and has

been supplemented by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Knoxville.

“The money from today’s grant announcements will go to assist some of the most vulnerable and needy neighbors in our region and is going to a diverse set of projects,” said Bishop Stika.

“This is an expression of our Catholic faith and continues the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy, but it is, most notably, motivated by the love displayed in the gospel and available to people of all faiths.”

Organizations receiving grant funding include Catholic Charities of East Tennessee for the Office of Immigrant Services ($99,650); Ladies of Charity of Knox-

FAITH NOTES ■ Church Women United Knoxville-Knox County will meet 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, The Family Justice Center, 400 Harriet Tubman St. Info: 521-6336.

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Steve Higginbotham In the light of His glory and grace.

Isn’t it true? Once you look fully into the face of Jesus, how can you not be captivated by his beauty?

When you compare all the things in the world with which to fall in love, they are nothing compared to the beauty of Jesus. Once you’ve seen Jesus for who he is, you lose interest in other things that might compete for your love and attention.

Money, fame, position, power, entertainment, work, family, etc. – they all have their appeal, but they are nothing when compared to Jesus!

Do you want to go to Heaven some day? Then take this suggestion. Don’t fall in love with the first attractive thing that catches your attention in life. Don’t settle for second best. Instead, get to know Jesus, and know him well. And when you do, you’ll find that all the things earth has to offer will begin to dim and pale in comparison.

The forgotten places In the time of King Herod … wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.”

(Matthew 2: 1-2 NRSV) “A king will come,” the prophets announced. The people of Israel hoped and longed for a king, one who would rebuild the Temple, re-establish Jerusalem as capital of the Middle Eastern world, and put Israel back on the world stage.

Such a king was expected to be born in Herod’s Jerusalem palace. However, as sometimes happens in our own lives, God had other plans. This king would be born in little Bethlehem, David’s hometown, not in a palace, nor in the inn, but in the stable of the inn.

There are “forgotten places” in our world today: where children die of childhood diseases for lack of medicine, starvation for lack of nutrition, slaughter for lack of legal protection. There are places where the elderly die alone, abandoned or forgotten. Places where hope is gone, where tomorrow is predictably just like yesterday.

A child came into our

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world, into a cold stable in a small village. Mary knew this baby was special, different; the angel’s announcement to her was unforgettable. To his credit, Joseph believed her explanation of this incredible pregnancy (with help from an angelic visitation of his own!).

After the arrival of the wise men, and the threat of Herod’s inordinate interest in this baby, Joseph and Mary sought refuge in Egypt, far away, out of reach of the king’s jealous plots. Later, they would return to scruffy little Nazareth, out of which, the saying went, nothing good would ever come.

I pray that Jesus’ true home is in our hearts!

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Farragut students play Secret Santa Farragut High School’s Leadership Initiative Class has held fundraisers since September to purchase items for students in need.

They wrapped about 150 gifts earlier in December that were then given to students confidentially by faculty.

Recipients were given the option to open them at school or take them home to open on Christmas day.

This is the third year the class has conducted the Secret Santa project, and group president Ali Bhimani says it seems to be the most rewarding one for the class.

“It’s really nice to be helping the school,” said Bhimani.

“These students have had to sacrifice their pride a bit to ask for something they need, and this is not just a handout. It’s a starter pack.

It is a booster for their morale.

“Sometimes these students just need a pair of shoes to feel they blend in, and then they can excel,” Bhimani said.

“What gives us the right to judge people who expe-

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Farragut High School Leadership Initiative members Mickayla Stogsdill, Ciarra Unbehaun, McKenzie Teagarden, Abigail Chapman and Ali Bhimani pose with dozens of presents they wrapped for students in need.

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rience unfortunate events?

This is a holiday thing, Secret Santa, but it goes beyond the name of it.”

McKenzie Teagarden used her own money to buy gifts for a female student close to her age and said she enjoyed wrapping the presents the most.

“I really enjoy doing things for other people,” said Teagarden.

Merry Elf Garrett delights SMG newspaper club

By Sandra Clark We put out the word. The newspaper club at Sarah Moore Greene’s community school needed a person of color to entertain at our final meeting before the break for Christmas and New Year’s.

And what to our wondering eyes should appear but … Garrett McQueen, elf ex-

traordinaire, toting his bassoon and wearing red and green.

Wow. Ruth White filled a tub with Hershey’s Kisses – a nod toward club member Danea Summerford, who told Mayor Madeline Rogero that Knoxville needs an attraction like Hershey park, a Garrett McQueen plays “Jingle Bells” on the bassoon as Sarah Moore Greene newspaper club member Jamarion Chambers sings along. Photos

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Larry May, book wholesaler from the North Knoxville Rotary Club, donated some youth-modified classics so every kid left with a book and a bag full of candy.

And here’s how smart White is: She wrote each kid’s name on a bag before distributing them. So when the inevitable missing bags turned up, we could easily match them with their owner.

McQueen moved to Knoxville a year ago to take a job with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. He was so excited about meeting the kids that he talked about it on Facebook and even published a picture.

“As soon as I walk in, one of the kids goes, ‘That elf looks like my cousin Jamal!’ #dead.”

He got 60 likes and his friends called him “Jamal” for a while.

Elf Garrett had an easy way with the kids. He let them touch keys while he played the bassoon so they could hear the sound change.

He let all who would place a hand over the top of the instrument to feel the wind.

He answered every question and let the kids tell him what each wanted for Christmas. He posed for pictures, and then he did it all again for the second wave of newspaper club members.

We’ve had great visitors to our club in 2014 and expect more in the coming year. Soon we’ll talk about Zac and Shannon Carey (Society for Creative Anachronism) and Ted Hatfield (Regal Entertainment).

Stay tuned.

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Optimism for 2015

By Wendy Smith It’s hard to feel anything less than optimistic while eating pancakes at Long’s Drug Store. But even those who were just drinking coffee the weekend before New Year’s Day had a positive outlook about 2015.

Torrin Bradbury and Carmen Wong of Los Angeles, Calif., were kick-starting their new year with a trip to

the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. During their overnight stay, they were impressed with Knoxville’s tranquility and hospitality.

“We’re starting the year happy,” said Bradbury.

In honor of Wong’s 29th birthday, she has compiled a list of things she’d like to accomplish in 2015, like competing in the L.A. Marathon and swimming a mile in

the ocean. The couple also plans to be engaged during the coming year.

John and Barbara Rigby hail from England, so they keep up with happenings in Europe, even after living in West Knoxville for 30 years.

John says that while he doesn’t feel great about the general state of the world, he thinks the economy is turning around in both the

Long’s patrons are fine with looking forward

Arnett Jr. But, come March, she’ll have a new full-time job − mother. She also plans to expand her part-time wedding-coordinator gig.

Expectant father Nick Zacheretti has especially high hopes for the new year.

“I’m looking forward to being a dad,” he said.

Charlie Rash has delivered prescriptions for almost 40 years and worked for Long’s for 18. Hank Peck, Long’s owner, and his father, Jim Peck, are quick to praise his service to customers.

“He knows everybody and every street in Knoxville,” said Jim Peck.

Rash is slow to talk about himself, but he’s happy to talk about his favorite entertainer − Elvis Presley.

Falon Felts, Nikki Armstrong, Morgan He’d rather do a rendition of Zacheretti and Nick Zacheretti all have “Blue Christmas” than toot reason to look forward to the New Year. his own horn.

The Pecks do it for him.

Rash doesn’t just deliver medications − he keeps an Felts hopes to travel more eye on the sick and elderly.

U.S. and Europe.

“If the economy’s good, through her work with the His days run long because of politics gets better. I’ve got U.S. Department of Veterans the time he spends time vismy fingers crossed,” he said. Affairs and looks forward to iting with and performing Nikki Armstrong, Falon participating in more Tough small chores for customers.

Felts and Morgan and Nick Mudder events. The endur“I can’t help it. It’s in my Zacheretti all have reason to ance races include fearsome blood,” Rash said. look forward to 2015. Arm- obstacles like water, heights He’s a wonderful part strong has a new business and electric shock. of the pharmacy staff and and is also hoping to land a Morgan Zacheretti, a for- people love him, said Hank job coaching college volley- mer Long’s Drug Store em- Peck. “He’s a good ambasball. She played for Farragut ployee, currently works for sador. He thinks like we High School.

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Danea Summerford signs thank-you notes to send to guest speakers at the Sarah Moore Greene newspaper club.

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Disturbing ‘Foxcatcher’ examines extremes “Foxcatcher” has a lot to say about wealth, about family and about priorities, but above all it is a gripping story that pulls viewers along on a bizarre ride.

Based on real-life events, the drama involves “America’s wealthiest family,” the du Ponts, but it is equally focused on another kind of family – two brothers bound tightly together by history and vocation.

Mark Schultz (Channing Tatum) is a world-class wrestler who won a gold medal at the 1984 Olympics. His older brother, Dave (Mark Ruffalo), is also a wrestler who won gold at the same Olympics.

Dave coaches wrestling at a university and has a stable home life with wife Nancy (Sienna Miller) and their two young children. Mark lives in a shabby apartment, scraping by as best he can.

They train together as Mark prepares for the World Championships in 1987 and the Seoul Olympics in 1988.

Mark is invited – commanded – to visit John E. du Pont (Steve Carell) on the Pennsylvania estate he shares with his mother, Jean (Vanessa Redgrave).

John tells Mark he is a fan of wrestling and an amateur wrestler himself, and he wants to fund Mark’s train-

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He has built a training facility on the property and wants Mark and Dave to come live at Foxcatcher Farm.

Mark buys into John’s grandiose scheme, but Dave is happy where he is and doesn’t want to uproot his family. John, though shocked that someone would say no to him, assures Mark that they will form a power partnership with John as coach, mentor and sponsor.

It’s an athlete’s fairy tale – until it isn’t. Rob Simonsen’s wistful score makes it clear that a happy ending is not in store.

“Foxcatcher” lets both Carell and Tatum dig deeper than their films usually allow. Tatum is especially revelatory, depicting Mark as a wounded, lost creature grounded only by his loving brother and his focus on wrestling. Tatum does a fantastic job of convey-

ing Mark’s insecurities and simplicity.

With Carell, viewers first must get past an obviously prosthetic nose (designed to make him look more like the real du Pont) that the actor literally uses to look down upon others. The upward tilt of his chin may be realistic, but it is a distraction, even as the film progresses.

Fortunately, Carell’s other attributes outweigh the nuisance over time, and it does lend itself to the concept that there’s something “off” about John.

A son of privilege, he actually does have some accomplishments to his credit, but his sense of entitlement has led him to create a myth of himself that is altogether

undeserved. Carell gives him an otherworldly aura that’s alternately mesmerizing and creepy.

As the solid, supportive Dave, Ruffalo is his usual dependable self. Dave is almost too good; if all brothers were this wonderful, everybody would want one.

The script by E. Max Frye and Dan Futterman is a magic act, foreshadowing but never giving away too much. Director Bennett Miller (“Moneyball”) handles all the elements as though the film were a mystery, creating an uneasy tone that makes it clear that the fox always gets the raw end of the deal.

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THROUGH SATURDAY, JAN. 3 ■ The Knoxville Watercolor Society exhibit at the Rose Center, 442 W. Second North St., Morristown. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Thursday until 7:30 p.m. Info: www.knxvillewatercolorsociety.com.

Knoxvillians are no doubt aware that their city claims certain musical pedigrees. Sergei Rachmaninoff played his last concert here, at what is now Cox Auditorium. Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, the Everly Brothers and Roy Flanking rising opera stars in 2013 are Metropolitan Opera National Council regional co-chairs Acuff all had doings in the Phyllis Driver of Knoxville and Shelly Page of Nashville. The young singers are Linda Brimer Barnett, Leah Serr and Mabs Seay. Photo by Ely Driver Scruffy Little City. of that decade, a district level of the auditions was added as a first round feeding Carol into the regions. This basic Shane structure has remained in place up to the present.

There are currently 50 districts and 16 regions.

This coming weekend, Knoxville and Nashville – Knoxville will become an East Tennessee and Middle important musical destina- Tennessee districts, respection for some talented young tively – are part of the Midsingers when the Metropoli- South region, and the two tan Opera National Council cities host the auditions in holds its 2015 regional audi- alternate years. This year it’s Knoxville’s turn. tions here.

Some of the winners of The process started in 1935 with “Auditions of the past auditions held in KnoxAir,” a radio program that ville include Cheryl Studer, featured exceptional young Delores Ziegler, Roy Smith American singers looking to and Jami Rogers.

Rogers, who lives in West join the Met’s working roster. Some of the stars culled Knoxville, says, “It’s a diffifrom this operatic “Ameri- cult and exacting process.” can Idol” were Risë Stevens, She remembers one sopraEleanor Steber and Robert no who neglected to bring her sheet music onstage for Merrill.

In 1950, the Met board the pianist. Having to go established a regional audi- back and retrieve it from tions program for those un- her dressing room “threw able to come to New York for her for the whole audition.” the radio show. By the end Rogers herself won in 1996.

“It’s great exposure,” she says. “It’s amazing to sing on the Met stage with the Met orchestra!”

Married to tenor Kevin Anderson since the late ’90s, she now teaches voice privately and at Pellissippi State Community College.

The Rogers-Anderson family also includes a 12-yearold son who seems to be following in the musical tradition; he recently sang with the Church Street United Methodist Treble Choir on the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra’s Clayton Holiday Concerts.

Co-director of the auditions in Knoxville is retired Carson-Newman professor of business and accounting Phyllis Driver, who says she “has little musical talent, but a great love for many forms of music.” Past president of the Knoxville Opera Guild, Driver still serves on its board.

Judges this year will be Carroll Freeman, the Val-

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And what happens after a win in Knoxville? According to the Met website, winners of the regional auditions win a trip to New York to participate in the national semifinals, held on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera. Approximately 10 are selected and compete the following Sunday in a public Grand Finals Concert, accompanied by the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.

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Pam Cantrell is making things happen with the Knoxville version of Run 4 Their Lives. This year’s race is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, at Market Square.

The race raises awareness and funds for sexually exploited women and children worldwide.

This year team competitions have been added with prizes (and bragging rights) for most spirited, most money raised, and largest number of runners/walkers.

The Knoxville race is one of several such events, and all information is available at the website www. freedom424.org/r4tl/races/.

This year’s centerpiece is the 5k Run/Walk, starting at 9 a.m. Entry fee is $24 plus a $2.50 sign-up fee with registration ending Jan. 8. The race fee is waived for those who set up a fundraiser with a minimum of $50 donations.

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Hospice care with Dr. Gregory Phelps

Knox Y marks 160th anniversary

By Bonny C. Millard Knoxville and the nation prepare to celebrate the coming New Year this evening (Dec. 31), but friends of the YMCA of East Tennessee have another reason to celebrate: The organization turns 160 years old today.

Rick Coleman, chief financial officer, said the YMCA of East Tennessee is the third-oldest in the nation, being formed just 10 years after the original organization was created in England. Knoxville’s Y, as it’s more commonly known these days, was started with “six men and a prayer group.”

Nationally, the YMCA is known as the originator of basketball and Father’s Day. James Naismith, a teacher at the YMCA training school in Springfield, Mass., invented basketball in 1891, using peach baskets.

“He was a program director at the Y,” Coleman said. “The boss asked him to come up with something new.”

The Y has a copy of the original document in which Naismith wrote out the game rules.

“It’s quite interesting considering Pat Summitt is here in Knoxville, and we’re one of the oldest Ys,” Coleman said.

The document was part of a historical timeline showcasing the local Y’s 160year growth. The original minutes in a journal, which has been kept in pristine condition, contains information dating back to Dec. 16, 1854, as well as Dec. 31, 1854, when the YMCA held its first public meeting.

The minutes noted the large gathering of men at that Dec. 31 meeting, reflecting that attendance was “unmistakable proof of the interest awakened in the minds of the community.”

Coleman sees this as an indication that the local founders recognized the future importance of the YMCA. “I think they saw this as something becoming larger,” he said.

The YMCA rotated among several churches before members raised money for their own place, which was just a room where the men could come to read and pray. The permanent residence was built at 605 W. Clinch Ave. in 1929. Now the Lindsay Young Downtown YMCA, it was named for a major benefactor. The Clinch Avenue location had rooms for men to rent, but those floors have since been sold and made into condos.

The fitness center is on the

By Bonny C. Millard

Rick Coleman, YMCA chief financial officer, displays the original minutes from the Y’s first public meeting 160 years ago. Photo

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first floor.

Coleman said that even though they are celebrating the Y’s history in Knoxville, its leaders are ever mindful of their present goals. The Y serves more than 30,000 area residents and offers almost $1.3 million in subsidies to those who can’t afford services. The nonprofit’s focus includes youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Y also operates a Community Giving Garden and donated 2,500 pounds of fresh produce to local pantries last season.

The Cansler Family YMCA, named after educator and principal of Austin High School Charles Cansler, was originally located on Wilson Avenue.

It moved in 2004 to Jessamine Street and houses the corporate offices in addition to its fitness center.

The Davis Family YMCA on South Northshore Drive opened in 2010. The other locations are the Bob Temple North Side YMCA in Halls and West Side YMCA. For info: www. ymcaknoxville.org/.

The topic of how people want to handle the end of their lives, particularly if a serious lingering illness is involved, has become more popular as baby boomers age.

Dr. Gregory Phelps, medical director of hospice at UT Medical Center, said the country now has the largest generation of those over the age of 65 that it’s ever had: 10,000-11,000 boomers turning age 65 every day. As a result, more people are thinking in terms of health care for those final intervening years.

Phelps recently spoke to the Rotary Club of Knoxville and encouraged them to have conversations about this issue with their family members over the holidays. By making these decisions, families know what a person’s wishes are.

It’s difficult for some people to talk about end-oflife care, but several books have been written about the subject. Phelps said this reflects the increasing interest

in the topic.

“We never know when and where it’s going to come,” Phelps said.

“We all know the time will come, and we are totally unpreDr. Phelps pared for a totally predictable event. So what I’m here to do is talk to you about voicing your choice and making your wishes known.”

Phelps acknowledged that it is a serious topic, especially at Christmastime, but he interjected humor throughout his talk. He laughed and said his goal is to be shot by a jealous husband at the age of 95.

Hospice is about having the highest quality of life until the end, and finding what gives a dying person pleasure is an important part of the process, he said.

“You give your family this gift of what you want,” he said.

Connecting church to neighborhoods

By Bill Dockery

Jimmy Sherrod looks over near North Knoxville and strategizes about how the church he pastors can reconnect to the urban neighborhoods that surround it.

Sherrod was appointed minister of Central United Methodist Church in summer 2014 and has filled the early months of his tenure figuring out how the massive church campus can connect with and serve center-city Knoxville.

“The church no longer lives in “Christendom,” Sherrod said.

“We are no longer living in a build-it-and-they-willcome world.

“Our question is how do we get out into the world while still rooted in this place? We really do feel that we have to be connected to the place where we reside.”

That effort to connect with the community has led Sherrod and his congregation to look for new ways to breathe life into their ministries and new uses for their building.

One early fruit of that search is Central’s hosting of Nourish Knoxville’s 2015 Winter Market. Starting Jan. 10, farmers market vendors will gather every other Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the church to sell locally produced farm and food products. The final Saturday market will be March 21.

Sherrod describes Central as a vibrant international community and fairly intergenerational, but he wants to focus on serving children and youth in the area.

In a collection of nearby neighborhoods already served by the Emerald Youth Foundation, the Boys & Girls Clubs, and other youth-oriented programs, Sherrod is seeking ways to connect dynamically with the schools in the area and has already made inroads at Fulton High School. The church hosted Fulton teachers for an inservice program and recently partnered with the school to provide Thanksgiving baskets that needy students could take home without

having to receive them in the high-school environment.

The church also hosts several recovery ministries, as well as the regional Emmaus and Chrysalis religious communities. The congregation has a decadesold Sunday school class for people with disabilities and is active with Sunshine Industries and group homes.

Sherrod dreams about other uses that would serve the community, including developing meeting and conference space in the four-story building. The building is already an election polling place, and its members stock and staff a community food bank.

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The Rev. Jimmy Sherrod surveys center-city neighborhoods from the fourth-floor fire escape of Central United Methodist Church. Sherrod, an East Knox native with experience as a minister in urban Washington, D.C., has been pastor at Central since summer 2014. expensive thing we have to keep up, but it is our biggest asset,” Sherrod said.

“Our church building gives us physical visibility. What we are seeking is missional visibility.

“In order to use it in creative and productive ways, it has to meet the needs of the congregation and the people who use it.”

Built in 1927, the Gothic Revival structure occupies virtually a whole city block at 201 E. Third Ave. in the Fourth & Gill neighborhood.

Designed by Baumann & Baumann architects, it has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 2005. On an average Sunday morning, attendance is about 130.

Sherrod, a proud native of Four Way Inn in East Knox County, has an undergraduate degree in communications from the University of Tennessee but felt called to the ministry during his junior year at UT. A chance encounter at a local minimarket led him to a radio job with the late religious broadcaster J. Bazzel Mull. For about a decade he worked on the legendary gospel promoter’s Praise 96 station.

When his wife, Lesli, entered graduate school in greater Washington, he went along to sell radio advertising and become a youth minister for a D.C. church. On the couple’s return to Knoxville in 2005, he pastored three rural United Methodist churches in East Knox County. The couple again returned to Washington for five years, and he went back to minister at the same D.C. church, meanwhile completing a divinity degree at Wesley Theological Seminary.

Sherrod conducted two Christmas Eve services this year – the first a family-oriented service with a nativity play and the second a midnight communion with music from a small orchestra.

Each service ended with a candlelit circle of attendees singing “Silent Night.” The second service probably included 200 or more worshippers.

“We have a sanctuary that holds 1,600 people, but filling the sanctuary is not my primary goal,” Sherrod said. “What we are about here is figuring out how we bring God’s kingdom to be on earth as it is in heaven.”

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By Anne Hart Bearden Rotary Club’s annual Christmas luncheon looked decidedly like a family reunion this year as a large number of visitors added to the merriment of the day.

There were out-of-town visitors, local guests and lots of cute babies and little children.

To add to the festive atmosphere, an a cappella quartet aptly named Four Calling Birds entertained guests with several Christmas songs.

One of the members of that group, Meredith Mackay, is the wife of club member J.P. Mackay, who in addition to his day job as a financial adviser with Edward Jones is the P.A. announcer for the Knoxville Ice Bears.

Several club members shared poignant personal stories about the Christmas season, including one by longtime member Art Pickle, who described visiting a homeless shelter and telling a shy little girl she was beautiful. She hugged his neck and said no one had ever told her that before.

Many years later, Pickle was obviously still moved by the experience.

Steve Chancey told how each of his employees at Chancey and Reynolds had contributed to help a needy family at Christmas and had experienced the true joy of the season when their gifts were delivered.

Club member Anita Henderlight, who spends most of her time in South Sudan, where she has helped build a school for girls and where a well was recently installed to serve more than 1,000 people a day – all with the financial help of Bearden Rotary – updated members and guests on progress there.

Four Calling Birds, a local a cappella quartet, sings Christmas carols. Pictured are Ron Caughman, Dennis McCracken, Jennifer Schilling and Meredith Mackay.

Larry Sheumaker (and wife Michelle) brought grandson Peter Edward Tarbell. The baby’s parents are Jamie Sheumaker Tarbell and Bearden Rotary member Peter Tarbell.

Nancy Christian, president and CEO of the Florence Crittenton Agency, receives a donation of $1,000 from Rotary president Gary West.

J.P. Mackay cuddles baby Lucy Gibson’s guests for the luncheon are her daughters, Mary daughter Cassidy Jeanne Catherine Gibson, left, and Amy Sparks, right. Photos by Charles Mackay. Cassidy’s mom, Mer- Garvey edith, is one of the singers who performed for Rotarians and their guests.

Hiking into the New Year

Anita Henderlight holds her cell phone to the microphone so club members can hear from an administrator at the school in South Sudan that they help support.

And then she dialed a telephone number in South Sudan, put her cell phone on speaker, positioned it at the

microphone, and Rotarians heard the voice of one of the Sudanese school administrators expressing gratitude

for the club’s help and providing additional updates.

Another contribution was made at the meeting, this one a check for $1,000 to member Nancy Christian, president and CEO of the Florence Crittenton Agency, to help with the agency’s work with adults and children.

From Reelfoot to Henry Horton to Roan Mountain and every state park in between, Tennessee is kicking off the new year with First Hikes, a part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative in all 50 states.

Each state park will host its own free, guided hike in the first few days of the new year.

“Our First Hikes have

been very popular and we are excited to continue this series in the new year,” said Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Deputy Commissioner Brock Hill.

“The First Hikes offer a great way to get outside, exercise, enjoy nature and welcome the new year with friends and family.”

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“I never realized I had “cankles” until after I had my varicose veins treated,” confesses Kelly Kriehn of Knoxville, a recent patient of Premier Vein Clinics. “My husband says he can actually see Kelly Kriehn my ankles, now that my “cankles” are gone.”

Not only have Kriehn’s ankles and legs stopped swelling, she no longer has painful, ropy veins protruding from each leg.

Like nearly 50 percent of adults, Kriehn had been living with varicose veins. Her symptoms started about five years ago and progressively grew worse.

“I first noticed that my legs were throbbing and hurting when I worked out,” remembers Kriehn. “You could see the swelling as the blood pooled in my legs and ankles.”

Along with the pain and swelling, Kriehn’s veins developed a “snaky” look.

“I would be fine first thing in the morning, but as soon as I got out of bed and stood up the swelling and “ropy” veins would start. The longer I stayed vertical, the worse they got.”

Kriehn sought help from vascular surgeon, Dr. Willard Campbell of Premier Vein Clinics. Through an ultrasound test, Dr. Willard Campbell, they learned that Vascular Surgeon the veins in her legs weren’t functioning properly. “Ultimately, it was taking 8 seconds for the blood to return up my legs.

It’s supposed to take half a second,” says Kriehn.

The 46-year old Kriehn was surprised at the diagnosis. “I don’t have a job where I stand up all day. I’m active and exercise, but I still developed varicose veins.”

The Premier Vein Clinics staff worked with Kriehn’s insurance company to cover the medically necessary treatment of her varicose veins. Dr. Campbell used

non-invasive endovenous laser therapy to heat and close the diseased veins in each leg.

The veins were then removed through tiny incisions. The procedure was Before

performed on each leg two weeks apart, in the Premier Vein Clinics office on Papermil Drive.

Kriehn wore compression bandages on her legs for a couple of After weeks as she healed. She’s thrilled with the results.

“It’s been great! I didn’t realize how badly my legs always hurt until they were treated. Now, I don’t have to deal with elevating my legs every night when I get home from work.”

Although she was initially frightened by the idea of undergoing a vein procedure, Kriehn says it was worth it. “For me, it was never a vanity or cosmetic issue. It just got to be painful. Even if you’re scared, there is relief. Your legs and your quality of life can be so much better!”

Premier Vein Clinics is offering free consultations in January and February for qualified candidates. To make an appointment please visit www. premierveinclincs.com or call (865) 588-8229.

(and beyond) My life is busy with a wonderful family that includes three active kids, professional responsibilities and a list of community activities that make Wes Brown, CFP® my days rich and rewarding. Each day begins with a thousand thoughts racing through my mind of what needs to be accomplished.

Some days, the weight of my to-do list can be overwhelming.

As a society, we’ve come to equate a hectic schedule with success. Being busy tends to make us feel important and productive, but it comes at a price: An unending workday, an unrelenting to-do list, and an almost unfathomable list of commitments to keep.

The “time-saving” technology that we carry in our pockets keeps us constantly connected with emails, messages and app notifications that are perpetually disrupting our concentration. However, they disconnect us from what matters most.

Busyness and worry go hand in hand.

Society tends to think a certain amount of worry is acceptable, possibly even good.

Sophisticated people and responsible citizens tend to worry, don’t they? If we aren’t tired, over-stretched, and stressed out then we wonder if we aren’t pulling our weight, as though worry is a shared burden we’re all obligated to bear.

Most people consider it normal and acceptable to be busy and worried, as long as it doesn’t become “excessive.” However, since all worry is nonproductive and harmful, we don’t have a good definition for when it becomes excessive.

Here’s the kicker: Life doesn’t need to be this way. As 2014 comes to a close, I’d like to offer a suggestion for a New Year’s resolution: Simplify. Be intentional about resisting the temptation of busyness and worry.

Here are a handful of suggestions to get you started: 1. Make a short list. List 4-5 of the most important things in your life. Sim-

plifying starts with these priorities, as you are trying to make room in your life so you have more time for these things.

2. Drop one commitment. Take action today to drop a commitment that doesn’t make your short list.

3. Move slower. Simplify your life by doing less and doing them more slowly. Be more deliberate. Be present. This isn’t something you’re going to master today, but you can start practicing today.

4. Invest your time wisely. Invest in enriching personal relationships.

Pay close attention to the choices you make. Spend time with friends of varied ages, genders, educations and income levels.

5. Single-task. Instead of multitasking, do one thing at a time.

Remove all distractions, resist any urge to check email or do some other habitual task like that while you’re doing the task at hand. Stick to that one task, until you’re done. It’ll make a huge difference in both your stress level and your productivity.

Make 2015 the year of simplicity. Make space to be creative and enjoy the beauty and possibilities of the world around you with your loved ones. And, don’t worry about what other people think. After all, in the words of Leonardo da Vinci: “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”

Wes Brown, CFP® is a Senior Financial Advisor with Rather & Kittrell. He can be reached at wbrown@rkcapital.com .

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Making realistic resolutions is the key to keeping them If you make a New Year’s resolution and are able to stick with it until the end of January, you’re already ahead of the game. Statistics show that most people give up on those good intentions before the year is up, and many don’t even last a month.

So what’s the problem? Why do we have such a hard time sticking with plans to improve our lives? John Kupfner MD, a board-certified psychiatrist at Peninsula Outpatient Centers, says there are some ways you can make life improvements more possible, and some ways you can set yourself up for failure.

Set reasonable expectations “Resolutions are generally a good thing, because they show we’ve reflected on our lives and found areas that need to be addressed,” says Kupfner.

But if those problem areas have been neglected for too long, they’re simply harder to fix than we imagine.

Kupfner says one of the most common examples is an overweight person who hasn’t exercised or dieted in years but expects immediate results from a New Year’s resolution.

“If you’re picturing yourself suddenly 20 pounds lighter and a whole lot stronger, you’re not being realistic,” Kupfner says, because healthy weight loss is less than five pounds a month and can take a lot of work.

“Or people with addictions resolving a cold turkey quit without support, or without addressing the underlying things in their lives that drive them to use,” Kupfner adds. He says the right way to go about a resolution is to pick something you can be passionate about and that you know you’ll follow through on.

“If we are honest enough with ourselves to make the resolution,” Kupfner says, “we must be honest enough with ourselves to pick resolutions that are personally important enough for us to guarantee follow through.”

Remember that Jan. 1 is just another day The end of a calendar year is an upfront reminder of the things we haven’t accomplished. That can make a person feel pressure to make a change.

“What makes this time of year worse is the anxiety of the New Year, when we think we’re supposed to magically present the discipline and problem solving skills necessary to live out the next year as a new person,” Kupfner says. “We suffer feelings of guilt and shame for not living up to the magical expectation that on Dec. 31 we fell asleep as one person and woke up as someone else.”

“Remember that Jan. 1 is just another day, like March 18 or July 22,” Kupfner says. “Life only moves in one direction, and the holidays don’t offer any magic for removing the choices and relationships we have made in the past.”

“It doesn’t have to be Jan. 1,” says Kupfner. “Any day is a good day to try a resolution again, even if you have failed at it before.”

Don’t go it alone Any major task is easier to undertake if you have some help. Major changes in your lifestyle are no different.

If you’re resolving to lose some weight or be healthier, it’s a good idea to join a gym, a club or a group that can provide support and accountability. If you want to

quit smoking, search online for smoking cessation classes or support groups.

There are also classes and professional advisors for those who want to improve their finances. And Kupfner emphasizes that if the problem you want to overcome is an addiction or an emotional hurdle like depression and anxiety, there is no shame in seeking professional help.

“Unfortunately, mental health and substance abuse treatment are stigmatized as something that you should have handled your-

self or could b e handled in the family at home,” Kupfner says. “But psychiatry is a medical specialty that deals with a chronic medical illness that can be helped and treated.” He compares it to diabetes – a disease which left untreated can have serious, life-altering consequences.

“Untreated mental issues can lead to loss of social functioning and in the worst cases, loss of life,” Kupfner says. “It is a medical specialty where the people who work in this field have heard everything, and there is nothing to be embarrassed about.”

Kupfner says at this stage in his career, he would challenge anyone to present something he hasn’t heard at least once before. “All of us have treated patients from the very affluent and successful to the disenfranI resolve to stick chised. Mental to my resolutions health issues past the first week affect all famiof January! lies. No one is alone.”

Know when it’s time for professional help Kupfner is medical director at Peninsula Outpatient Centers. He says you’ll know it’s time to get help when you are unable to cope. For example, if your depression at times renders you unable to attend work or school, or causes you to have thoughts of wanting life to end, those are signs it’s time to see a mental health professional.

For alcohol, important signs include withdrawal symptoms or an inability to stop drinking once you start. And, just like depression, if it starts to keep you from work or school, or interfere with your relationships, it’s time to get help.

A time that’s meant for celebration as one year changes into another too often turns into a focus on failures. Kupfner says the focus should be positive and forward thinking, and the best New Year’s resolutions are general ones, to simply improve yourself, improve your health and to shore up relationships.

“Being healthy makes us feel physically and mentally stronger,” Kupfner says, “and positive relationships offer the safety net for when we don’t. Give yourself wiggle room to forgive yourself if 2015 doesn’t end in the great completion of all resolutions.”

Kupfner says the best advice for surviving the stress of the holiday season and all its expectations is perspective.

If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety or trying to resolve to break an addiction, you can find confidential help and support available through Peninsula Outpatient Centers. Call 865-970-9800 for information.

Get the support you need to make this your best year ever If the burdens you carry the rest of the year start to seem a little heavier as the holiday season winds down, you can find sympathetic and nonjudgmental help from people who are walking the same road you’re on.

The added stress of the holidays can be daunting, especially for those who already are dealing with their own or another person’s depression, anxiety, chemical dependency, other medical conditions or loss of a loved one. That’s why a strong support system can be an important resource for recovery and empowerment.

While friends and family can provide strength and support for many people, it may be helpful

to turn to others outside your immediate circle.

Support groups bring together people with similar problems to share emotional problems and provide moral support.

Peninsula Lighthouse offers outpatient groups for people who have psychological, behavioral and/or alcohol and drug problems, and those with loved ones who have addiction or psychological problems. A comprehensive list of support groups can be found at peninsulabehavioralhealth.org/support. All support groups meet at the Peninsula Lighthouse campus at 1451 Dowell Springs Boulevard in West Knoxville. If you have questions, call 865-970-9800.

Taming temptation and triggers If you’ve already made a decision to change your life for the better, here’s how to keep your promises and beat temptation during the remainder of the holiday season: If you’re on a diet, offer to bring your own healthier holiday foods to parties and family gatherings. You’ll have an alternative to the rich and calorie-laden options on the table. Eat before you go to the party so you’re not ravenous.

If you’re abstaining from alcohol, bring your own drink to parties. Once it’s in a glass, chances are good that no one will know the difference. Choose an area away from the bar to

To achieve success …

By the middle of January, 25 percent of the people who have made New Year’s resolutions will have already given up. Fewer than half of us will keep our New Year’s resolutions for longer than six months.

Start thinking differently about your resolutions. What can you do in the first half of the year? What are some realistic goals that will jumpstart you to change your life, long term?

… resolve this, not that

■ Instead of resolving to lose 50 pounds … resolve to exercise 30 minutes, three times a week. spend your time and stay busy dancing, socializing or helping the host.

■ Instead of resolving to give up desserts …

If you’re committed to overhauling your resolve to eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. finances, set a budget before you go out for the ■ Instead of resolving to get out of debt … evening. Plan what you will and won’t buy beforeresolve to pay off one or two bills. hand. Pay for everything with cash, so you’re less ■ Instead of resolving to get married … likely to overspend. resolve to make a new friend every month.

If you’re weaning yourself off a toxic re■ Instead of resolving to land your dream job … lationship, remove him or her from your phone’s resolve to gain new job skills. contact list, so calling is more complicated. Plan acYou’re not lowering your expectations. You’re setting attainable goals tivities to keep busy and keep your mind occupied.

Stay connected with friends, and surround yourself that will help you stay motivated to eventually reach your larger goals and make 2014 your best year ever. with people who appreciate you for who you are.

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Like the view through a kaleidoscope, Peninsula Recovery Education Center classes help people see themselves in their best light and appreciate the value that they and others have to offer. For more information about Peninsula’s Recovery Education Center, call 865-970-9800.

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NEWS FROM EMERALD YOUTH FOUNDATION OF KNOXVILLE

Emerald Youth, City of Knoxville give home to Urban Swim Program

Cutting the ribbon at the restored E.V. Davidson Recreation Center pool are City Councilman Daniel Brown; Oscar Cruz, 7; Tank Strickland of the mayor’s office; Fynal Barnes, 6; senior pastor of Faith Promise Church Chris Stephens; Knoxville Parks & Recreation director Joe Walsh; TaTiyona Kaiser, 6; Emerald Youth president and CEO Steve Diggs and Terrance Rooks, 10.

The pool at the E.V. Davidson Recreation Center in the heart of Knoxville now has new life as the site of a vibrant swimming program for city youth.

Emerald Youth Foundation and the City of Knoxville are partnering to reopen the Carl Cowan Pool at the E.V. Davidson Recreation Center, 3124 Wilson Avenue. Emerald’s Swim School and Aquatics Program now provides up to

100 children with weekly swim lessons, totaling more than 350 youth each year.

The City of Knoxville renovated and reopened the center, formerly the Eastside YMCA, in 2005 with gymnasium, fitness room, kitchen and community rooms with free library and computers for student use. Emerald Youth, which has provided swim lessons at sites around the city for years, has never before had a pool of its own.

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Variety holiday party Pictured are Emerald participants (front) Jonathan Smith and Britton Reyes, (back) Caden Combs, Noel Vasquez, Variety executive director Carol Fusco, Lena Foster and Keyle Bookout.

More than 300 city children from Emerald Youth recently enjoyed a festive breakfast and showing of “The Penguins of Madagascar” at Regal Cinemas in Knoxville Center Mall. Each child had a picture made with Santa and Mrs. Claus and received a gift.

The occasion was the annual holiday party hosted Dec. 6 by Variety, The Children’s Charity of Eastern

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by Regal Entertainment Group. “It is one of the children’s favorite events. It is just so fun,” said one EYF ministry director.

Variety of Eastern Tennessee benefits a wide range of area children who are at risk. It is part of an international organization devoted to protecting the health and well-being of children around the world.

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Terrance Rooks, a fifth grader at Sarah Moore Greene, has taken lessons through Emerald Youth for three years. He is thrilled

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Emerald Youth Foundation: Caring adults help urban youth find faith

Championship Volleyball Team The Emerald Youth girls’ volleyball team, “White Lightning,” took the championship title in the Emerald Youth recreational league tournament Dec. 6-7. They were among 120 middle and high school girls playing on 12 teams. Members

of the winning team are (front) Camryn Cox, Sierra Smith; (back) Kayla Martin, Julia Kohlman, Maggie Lewis, Jackie Kohlman, coach Anthony Anderson, Mickaela Wilson, Brittany Blankenship and Ona Rippy. Not pictured: Jwila Blair.

As Christians around the world eagerly awaited the celebration of Jesus’ birth, Knoxville’s urban youth made their own preparations for the joyful holiday.

K-12 city youth are using a weekly discipleship curriculum to grow deeper in their faith. This year’s curriculum is called “Follow the Leader,” and is written and produced specifically for Emerald Youth Foundation.

During the Christmas season, lessons include discussions about eagerly waiting for something, and activities like building a nativity scene.

Small groups, which pair

one or two adults with a handful of youth for deeper discussion, give kids a safe place to talk. Questions arise like: Is Jesus still involved in our lives? After all, he left.

What was good about his leaving? Sometimes parents leave.

If I don’t believe in God, can I still come to church?

“They teach about Jesus in a fun way. I like being in small groups. I like playing basketball too,” said Ticquea Ager, a 10th grader at Fulton High School.

“We learn things about God that I didn’t know,” said Sarah McGhee, 10, a student

A Message from Steve Diggs, Emerald Youth President and CEO Advent is a time when I am filled with awe.

This year, I am brought to my knees at all that God is allowing Emerald Youth Foundation to shepherd.

Consider: In partnership with the City of Knoxville, Emerald has reopened Steve Diggs the E.V. Davidson Recreation Center pool to house our swim school for urban children.

The 14-acre Sansom Sports Complex, now under construction, will soon be home to more than 350 city kids playing soccer.

Eventually it will host other field sports like

lacrosse and flag football.

Emerald Charter Schools, a nonprofit started by Emerald Youth, will launch the city’s first public charter school in July 2015.

In partnership with city churches and ministries, 50 small discipleship groups will take place throughout next year.

With these amazing new developments on behalf of Knoxville’s kids, wonderful things are happening.

Our stewardship of these initiatives comes with great responsibility, including financial.

I want to tell you about one Emerald supporter’s generous response to this need.

The longtime donor, who prefers to remain anonymous, bought some property as an investment with the intention of giving the return to Emerald Youth. But the funny thing

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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 31 New Year’s Eve Celebration, 9 p.m., the Rose Center Council for the Arts, 442 W. Second North St., Morristown. Featuring the Al Curtis Orchestra.

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Holidays on Ice skating rink open 1 p.m.-midnight.

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was, “the land did not turn out to be a good investment.”

I will let our friend speak: “I felt like God was saying, ‘Why are you just giving the gain? Why not give out of the principal?’ I felt like he was telling me that we need to give sacrificially.”

So the donor gave Emerald the entire amount from the sale of the land – $50,000 – with the hope that others in the Knoxville area would collectively match that amount. “I decided to trust God and let him worry about maximizing the dollar. It’s his to begin with,” our friend said.

I hope this donor’s story inspires you to consider giving to Emerald this holiday season, and I trust you’ll have a blessed and peaceful Christmas season!

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Computer Workshops: Library Online, 5:30 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Info/ to register: 215-8700.

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at Westview Elementary.

“When we go into our small groups, the leaders help us to understand. We learn we can help open people up to God’s hands, which can hold everybody.”

The weekly gatherings are an expression of the faith component of Emerald Youth Foundation. Since its founding, EYF has incorporated August-May devotionals, and another edition is utilized during the summer months.

Several things distinguish the EYF faith ministry.

The lessons take into account the realities of urban Knoxville, such as: higher rates of poverty and single parent households, fewer strong role models for youth, and lower levels of engagement at church and school than among suburban kids.

The curriculum emphasizes big-picture Bible stories and practical life applications.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 8 Knoxville Choral Society auditions for all voice parts, 6-8 p.m. To schedule an audition time: 312-2440 or membership@knoxvillechoralsociety.org. Once a time is set, location and other details will be provided. Info/ audition form: www.knoxvillechoralsociety.org.

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Opening reception for “A Narrative of Light and Shadow” exhibit featuring the artistry of Taiwan’s female photographers, 5-9 p.m., main gallery of the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. The exhibit is on display through Jan. 31. Info: 523-7543 or www.knoxalliance.com.

Opening reception for a new group exhibition, 5-9 p.m., Balcony gallery, Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. Features works by Lynn Corsi Bland, Gatlinburg; Tony Henson, Kingsport; and Terina Gillette, Beth Meadows, Emily Shane, Tony Sobota and Jennifer Willard of Knoxville. The exhibit is on display through Jan. 31. Info: 523-7543 or www.knoxalliance.com.

Farragut Histories and Mysteries Book Group meeting, 2 p.m., Farragut Branch Library, 417 N. Campbell Station Road. Allison Stein, professor of history at Pellissippi State, will lead a book discussion for “Unbroken : a World War II story of survival, resilience, and redemption” by Laura Hillenbrand. Info: 777-1750.

Saturday Stories and Songs: Charlene Ellis, 11 a.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Info: 470-7033.

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Byy Carol Shane B

hen you ask various Knoxville Symphony Orchestra musicians why they got into fitness, you hear a lot of different answers.

“So I could breathe better.”

“To help me work with tension and stress.”

“Bodies are meant to move.”

In a time when pop artists “twerk” and dance all over the stage, many people forget that classical music is also very physical. The discipline required to get around all those tricky notes is very much grounded in musculature, flexibility, grace and concentration - all attributes of athleticism.

Among KSO members, you’ll find fitness fans of all ages and types - runners, bicyclers, yoga and tai chi practitioners, tennis players, boot campers, weight lifters, speed walkers, paddleboarders, swimmers, gymnasts and hikers.

There’s even an Ironman sitting up there amongst the other longhairs.

Gary Sperl, the KSO’s principal clarinetist for the last 38 years, started running in college because he needed “more air to work with as a clarinetist.” He found that he enjoyed running and the “friendly competitiveness” of races.

To date he has completed 17 marathons

“Physical fitness can dramatically affect your state of mind,” Lefkowitz confirms. He believes it’s of prime importance in the pursuit of happiness.

Cellist Stacy Miller says she’s been into fitness “since I learned to swim 50 years ago at age two.” She also spent a lot of her childhood on a bike.

“One of the reasons that I love yoga is that it is really a practice of meeting yourself where you are at, in this very moment.”

– Sara Matayoshi

KSO musicians gather last March after completing 5k races and the Knoxville Half Marathon.

Left to right are Gordon Tsai, Rachel Loseke, Gray Ferris, Gabriel Lefkowitz and Stacy Miller.

and four Ironman Triathlons. And he’s still at it, though he might take time out occasionally to do something different.

Like climb Mount Kilimanjaro, which he did the summer before last.

Concertmaster Gabriel Lefkowitz, originally from Newton, Mass., is a boot camp enthusiast, and nearly every day you can find him out at the Hardin Valley campus of D1 Knoxville, an organization

which offers multiple sports and fitness disciplines.

He’s also a gymnast, and trains at Tataru’s gym in Knoxville. Though he didn’t begin until a few years ago in his early 20s, which he admits is late in life to start a gymnastics program, he says “I generally just like to try new things and try to get good at things I’m not good at.” There’s a positive attitude for you!

“I grew up in Salina, Kansas,” says Miller, who’s lived in Knoxville since 1998, “Where the world was outdoors and playtime always involved an empty field and a tumbleweed fort.”

A fan of all water sports, Miller recently tried paddleboarding for the first time.

She’s an avid hiker and tennis player as well, and last March she ran a 5k race, finishing second out of 72 in her age group. “I was trying to keep up with my 20-something colleagues,” she laughs.

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trying to make myself work out at the gym, although I hated it.” One day she decided to try a yoga class. “It was love at first sight,” she remembers.

“The reason I loved it so much and still do is that it is not like ‘working out,’ although it is very challenging physically. Whereas other types of exercise focus on one specific muscle group at a time, yoga is full-body work in every pose. That is less fatiguing and irritating for me because I’m not sitting there thinking, ‘can we please move on to something else because my calves are on fire and we’ve already done x number of reps!’”

The mother of two says, “Now at age 40, I am in the best shape of my life, and not just physically.” She teaches yoga in several local studios and can be found at her website, www.flutistyogini. com.

Another fan of yoga is violinist Sara Matayoshi, who praises the forgiving, non-judgmental nature of the discipline. “One of the reasons that I love yoga is that it is really a practice of meeting yourself where you are at, in this very moment,” she says. She started her own program about 15 years ago as a way of managing stress.

She points out that the practice of yoga can be - well, quite flexible, and can be tailored to meet specific needs, such as increasing energy, relieving backaches and becoming stronger. “You can build the practice for whatever that means to you.”

If you’re interested, Matayoshi says, you should “just say no to all the voices that have reasons for why you shouldn’t start.

If this does not work, I would offer the suggestion of starting in small ways. Maybe start by setting aside 10 or 15 minutes of the day and then increase the time gradually.

“Treat the appointment no different than an appoint-

Clarinetist Gary Sperl is an Ironman several times over.

Trombonist Sam Chen’s preferred workouts involve weights and tai chi. Photos submitted

ment you would make to meet a friend.”

Principal trombonist Sam Chen, originally from Huntington, Ind., practices weight lifting and tai chi. He likes the discipline, emphasis on proper form and strength training found in

Cellist Stacy Miller has been active all her life.

The “Flutist Yogini,” Jill Bartine

the former, and the patience and balance required for the latter.

He discovered tai chi, which he describes as “a type of kung fu which is practiced slowly and with more moderated body angles,” at Wah Lum Kung Fu on Carr Street here in Knoxville.

Violinist Sara Matayoshi practiced yoga for 15 years.

has

From the practice, he says, “I learned a great deal about posture and body mechanics which I employ in the rest of my activities, including music.”

As far as getting started, all these musician athletes acknowledge the fact it is indeed

the hardest part. But they unanimously offer that tried and true advice, “Just do it!”

“There are so many varieties of exercise,” says Chen. “Just start and keep going. Learn as you go. Adapt as you go.

“And don’t stop. Ever.”

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In May 2013, Wilke weighed in at 299.8 pounds. Just 15 months later, she achieved her goal weight of 150 pounds. Her secret? An eating plan that guides her to make healthy choices at each meal following a 1,200-calorie eating plan created

by Seattle Sutton’s Healthy Eating (SSHE), a family-owned company based near Chicago.

“In the past when I would lose weight, I would save my clothes just in case,” Wilke said. “This time, I am confident because I know exactly what to eat and how much and I feel fabulous. I have never felt as energetic and healthy as I do now, and the smaller size is a bonus.”

Through SSHE, Wilke orders convenient and freshly-prepared meals delivered to her home. A weekly menu consists of three meals per day, with both regular and vegetarian menu options available to provide a mix of vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains, nuts and low-fat dairy products.

“Now, I look for opportunities to move because I feel so ‘light’ and pain free,” Wilke said. “I can get up and down out of my chair almost effortlessly and my sleep has improved as well. I have even given away all of my ‘too big’ clothes because I know that I will not regain the weight.”

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hen you set out to make life changes such as weight loss or adopting a more active lifestyle, it can be tempting to look for shortcuts that expedite your path toward your end goal. However, long-term success is more attainable for those who take a slow and steady approach that puts health first.

“There are dozens of reasons people look to develop healthier eating habits, ranging from weight loss to disease prevention,” said Rene Ficek, registered dietitian and nutrition expert for Seattle Sutton’s Healthy Eating (SSHE). “Regardless of the motivation, success begins with a well-balanced eating plan that is Rene Ficek based on sound nutrition and physical activity.”

Ficek offers this advice to individuals looking for a new approach to eating: ■ Adopting a healthy diet is the key to successful, long-term weight loss. A healthy diet provides adequate calories and nutrients to support your body’s energy and nutritional needs while allowing you to shed an average of 1–2 pounds per week.

■ Be wary of diet plans that promise loss of five or more pounds per week, which is unrealistic and unhealthy.

■ Look for a meal plan that takes the guesswork out of eating right by serving calorie- and portion-controlled meals that reflect a well-balanced diet.

■ Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. If you have been primarily sedentary, start slowly with a moderate walk each day, working up to more aggressive cardiovascular exercise and weight training to develop muscle.

■ Find ways to make your new lifestyle as convenient as possible, such as meal programs that save on grocery shopping and cooking time or gyms that specialize in short, well-rounded workouts.

Another important aspect of a successful weight loss program is a menu that incorporates high-quality ingredients to create an appetizing array of meals that adhere to current nutrition guidelines.

Finding a menu that offers variety is a smart approach, Ficek says. “When you’re watching what you eat, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut and eat the same foods repetitively. Unfortunately, that approach can backfire if you become bored with your food and gravitate toward options with new flavors that may be less nutritionally beneficial.”

On the breakfast menu, SSHE offers options such as Strawberry Yogurt & Dark Chocolate-Berry Crunch Parfait, which features layers of strawberry Greek yogurt with orange-cherry-cranberry sauce and a decadent granola-berry-dark chocolate crunch. Or for lunch, the Pecan-Cranberry Mixed Greens Salad offers a fresh mix of salad greens, roasted pecan halves, Swiss cheese, dried cranberries and celery seed dressing served with a tomato juice sipper.

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The holidays are a wonderful time of year. A chance to see old friends and distant relatives, take a vacation or just put the stresses of everyday life behind you so you can focus solely on family and fun.

If you’re trying to manage your weight, though, holiday activities can come with a cost if you give in to the treats of the season.

To help you make the holidays their best and arrive on the other side with your weight loss goals still intact, Anika Christ, senior program manager of Life Time Weight Loss at Life Time Fitness offers these 10 holiday health strategies.

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2. Moderate the plan. Don’t expect to go through the holidays without indulging in any of your favorite treats.

You’re less likely to stick to such a strict guideline. Instead, exercise some moderation and determine ahead of time when you will treat yourself and when you won’t. Also be aware of what cravings you need to avoid succumbing to the most and indulge sensibly.

3. Bring your own healthy alternative. One way you can ensure you’ll have a healthy option to enjoy is if you bring it yourself. There are plenty of party-friendly ideas, including: veggie platters, hummus, fruit or cheese trays, mini meatballs, cold-cut platters, nuts or

shrimp cocktails.

4. Make the event your own.

Christ notes that one of the best ways to counter the temptations of the season is to host your own holiday event and put the focus on physical fitness and fun instead of food.

“Invite family members to go ice skating, skiing or sledding before coming back to your home for a healthy meal,” she says.

“You’ll create lasting memories without the lasting calories.”

5. Eat before you eat. If you’re worried about overeating at an upcoming holiday party, one of the best things you can do is eat beforehand. A healthy snack eaten before you arrive will curb your appetite and help you avoid overindulging in less-healthy fare later.

6. It’s better to give. If baking is one of your favorite holiday traditions, you don’t need to forgo this activity in the name of weight management. You can still make your favorite cakes, cookies or desserts – just make sure to share them with co-workers, family and friends instead of keeping them home where they will simply tempt you.

7. Be good on your off days. No matter how busy you are during the holidays, you will have an off day here or there. Christ says, “This is the perfect time to remember your weight-managecontinued on page 5

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ment goals and treat yourself to a healthy dinner or some physical activity.”

8. Ease the stress. The holidays are a wonderful time of year, but they can also be stressful with all the extra shopping, planning and traveling they entail. If you turn to food when feeling stressed, be mindful of this during the holidays. Plan some time for yourself and include activities that will alleviate that stress, such as meditating, yoga, massage or working out.

9. Be financially fit. Avoid the stress of overspending by establishing a budget for everyone on your list before you start shopping. Making presents for loved ones is also a cost-effective, thoughtful alternative.

10. Remember what’s important. The holidays may include food, presents and parties, but it’s the people who are most important. “Remember, the holidays come and go quickly but the relationships you nurture will last a lifetime,” says Christ.

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During the morning rush, you may be tempted to skip breakfast for extra minutes of sleep or simply getting yourself and your family ready for the day ahead. But as many experts maintain, breakfast may be the most important meal of the day and certainly it's the one that could give you that extra morning energy kick you've been looking for.

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• DECEMBER 31, 2014 • Shopper news Parents face many practical challenges in providing healthful snack options to kids who are on-the-go and may not have access to refrigeration or reheating capabilities. This often leads to snacks which lack the essential vitamins, minerals and protein a growing body needs. While snacking is essential to give kids the energy they need for the day, it’s important to provide snacks that contribute to daily intake goals of nutrients to support healthy growth and development.

“For many parents, the primary reason for giving snacks to children is to stave off hunger until their next meal,” said Megan DeStefano, Global Strategic Marketing at DuPont Nutrition & Health.

“When choosing a snack, parents should avoid those high in carbohydrates, such as simple sugars, since they tend to leave children feeling unsatisfied quickly and often craving additional unhealthy snacks.”

Find a fiber-filled option Fiber is another important ingredient to look for when looking for healthy snack options. Many kids are falling behind on their fiber intake.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children only consume half the amount of fiber that is recommended.

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hat makes a healthy and satisfying snack for children? A well-balanced snack with good nutrition can help kids grow and provide them with the proper support and energy needed for school, sports and other daily activities. Parents have the best intentions when looking for nutritious options for their children, but challenges related to lack of access or knowledge of nutritious foods have contributed to an alarming trend. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood obesity rates in the U.S. have more than doubled in the past 30 years, with over one-third of children currently overweight or obese.

Kids and snacking A number of factors contribute to obesity rates, with snacking as a major culprit. While parents need to consider what they provide their children for three main meals a day, what they eat in between is equally important.

Research by DuPont Nutrition & Health shows that children eat two to three snacks each day. Other studies confirm that American kids are consum-

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ing more than 700 calories in afternoon and evening snacks alone. Aside from the fact that these calories make up a substantial part of the total daily recommended caloric intake for children, most of the snacks commonly consumed by kids are high in saturated fats or simple sugars in the form of salty snacks, candy and beverages — such as fruit drinks — according to a University of North Carolina study.

For proper digestive health, it is recommended that children get 25–31 grams of dietary fiber per day. Snacking provides another opportunity to help kids to meet this goal. Including a fiber-rich food can also eliminate cravings for additional snacks.

Snacking doesn’t have to be bad for your child’s health. There are several options that are tasty while delivering a healthy dose of cardiovascular or digestive benefits. With so many great possibilities, parents should continue to offer healthy snack options, with greater nutrient density to their children to help them stay energized throughout the day, while satisfying their hunger and taste. For more ways to get your family to make smarter snacking decisions, visit www.danisco.com.

Protein packs a powerful punch Vegetable proteins are a great way to consume protein without increasing the amount of saturated fats and cholesterol in your child’s diet. If you are considering vegetable proteins, try soy protein. Soy protein snack options can be found in a variety of tasty products such as ready-to-drink beverages, bars, cereals and dairy alternatives. Soy protein is also the only widely available vegetable protein that provides all the essential amino acids in the proper amounts that are needed to support growth and development of children.

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