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Blast from the past Halls Elementary time capsule unveiled By Jake Mabe

World War II veteran Bob Courtney and Wade Jones enjoy the music, lunch and festivities at the Memorial Day celebration at New Harvest Park.

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So, 25 years slipped away when nobody was looking, just like that, in the blink of an eye. An overflow crowd was dropped back in time to 1986, the year Scott Haynes got the idea to bury a time capsule in the Halls Elementary School cafeteria. It took several hours, but they finally got the thing open in time for an unveiling May 21. “I didn’t remember making it so impregnable,” says Haynes, who was the principal from 1976 to 1988 and oversaw the move to the current building after the 1983-84 school year. Out the memories came, a lamiHaynes nated newspaper article on teacher Christa McAullife, killed in January 1986 along with six NASA astronauts in the Challenger disaster; a cafeteria menu (“I’m sure the food hasn’t changed,” somebody joked); a flour sifter; and, yes, plenty of Halls Shoppers. A banner, printed off an ancient Apple computer and unearthed in the time capsule, read, “An era ends … the tradition continues.” It was the theme of the day. Haynes says he got the idea for the

sule, but she couldn’t find it during the unveiling. “It was wearing one shoe. I still have the other shoe at home.” Some of the memories are poignant. Current principal Dr. Chris Henderson found art drawn by Hunter Holloway, who was later killed in a car accident. Teacher Kay Dawson had put a scrapbook in the time capsule containing the snapshots and ambitions of her students. One wanted to be an “enginer,” which I guess means engineer. For 2011, Dawson wrote that “we hope the world is at peace. We hope that people will be living in space. And we hope that no one will go hungry.” It’s sad to say we didn’t quite make it. The time capsule will be resealed this summer with all new memories. “Each grade level has a tub of Halls Elementary principal Dr. Chris Henderson, former principal Nancy Maland and County Commissioner R. Larry Smith share a laugh May 21 during the un- stuff,” Henderson says, which will veiling of the school’s time capsule, which was sealed by former principal Scott include Justin Bieber memorabilia, Haynes during the summer of 1986. The cornerstone is from the original Halls Spider-Man, an HPUD water bottle School, which opened in 1916 and was closed after the 1983-84 school year. and a VHS videocassette. R. Larry Smith contributed a resolution from Find more info in Jake Mabe’s column on Page A-2. Photos by Ruth White County Commission to be read at time capsule when the cornerstone teachers who were here back then. the next ceremony. from the original school was finally And I’ve seen lots of my former stuThe new time capsule is scheduled dents. It’s always fun to see them.” brought over to the new building. to be opened in May 2036. Haynes One of them, Maggie Meyers, says he plans to be here to see it. “It was too late to put it here and we didn’t know until we opened it says she carries “fond memories of If the first quarter-century was that it had stuff in it, too,” Haynes this building” with her. any indication, it’ll be here before you said. “We thought (2011) was so far “It seems a lot smaller than when know it, 25 years gone, just like that. in the future. …” we were here.” SEE MORE PHOTOS AT Haynes got hugs from former Shawni Day Eaker says she reWWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ students and staff members. members putting a Strawberry “I loved getting to see some of the Shortcake figure in the time capSHOPPERNEWSNOW

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inadvertently created when codes dealing with fireworks were rewritten. It was ratified by six members of City Council who disregarded pleas By Betty Bean from Knoxville Police Department Every July Fourth scofflaw with Chief David Rausch and Knoxville a firecracker and a match knows Fire Department Chief Stan Sharp, that fireworks are illegal inside the who requested the ordinance to city of Knoxville, right? cure the legal defect. Wrong. The vote was 6-3, with Mayor On May 17, City Council voted not Daniel Brown, Chris Woodhull to close a loophole in the city code and Brenda Palmer voting in the that has the unintended effect of minority. At one point, Joe Bailey legalizing fireworks. The glitch was asked Deputy Law Director Ron

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Mills if fireworks are illegal. Mills sighed, “Probably not,” he said, clearly uncomfortable at announcing the fact that citizens can now legally deploy roman candles, bottle rockets and other fireworks that do not violate the city’s noise ordinance. When contacted last week, he confirmed his misgivings. “The prohibition on sale and possession and use of fireworks in the

mostly non-discussed heart of the budget, where everything from potholes to playgrounds takes a bite out of your tax dollar. Before County Commission votes on the budget in June, it appears certain that a compromise will be reached on Beck’s funding. An even greater certainty is that no acrossthe-board raises will be granted this year and no property tax increase will be enacted unless commission can override a mayoral veto. But

what’s happening elsewhere with the mayor’s inaugural budget? Burchett’s FY 2012 budget unveils his plan to reduce the county’s debt by some $20 million per year between now and 2016. For those who watched with a great deal of trepidation the bonded indebtedness grow by more than $200 million under the former mayor, this will be viewed as a signal accomplishment if the administration pulls it off. There are two paths to get there: (1) Continue to shrink the size and scope of county government. There’s every reason to believe the mayor will go down that road until it hurts. (2) Grow your sales and property tax base. Because the mayor’s conservative principles dictate that government can do nothing more than create an environment in which businesses and individuals have the opportunity to thrive, there’s little direct action he can take to swell the revenue stream.

(These are mutually supporting paths, not mutually exclusive, and despite the administration’s pessimistic economic outlook this year, an eventual uptick in the economy has to factor into an ambitious debt reduction plan.) Outside the plan to whittle down the debt, it gets harder to find positives in the proposed budget. The school budget comprises nearly 60 percent of the total and is largely beyond the mayor’s control. The “general” budget, proposed for $149.2 million, continues to shrink, a trend that began with Burchett’s predecessor. Since 2008, and including the proposed FY 2012 budget, the general budget, which includes libraries, senior centers, parks, the sheriff’s office and public works, has shed $10.3 million. But that’s the aggregate, and it is deceptive. Over the same period, the sheriff’s budget has risen by $7.5 million. Take out public safety, and the remaining general budget

has declined by $17.8 million, 18.5 percent since FY 2008. Even allocations for which a strong argument could be made that a healthy increase is warranted aren’t receiving much help. For example, stormwater management, a component of the engineering and public works budget, is slated to receive almost exactly the same funding as it did in FY 2011. It doesn’t take a hydrologist to conclude that with more effective stormwater management over the years, and stronger codes enforcement in general, much of the time and effort expended on the hillside and ridgetop protection plan might have been avoided. The proposed budget is likely to pass without major modifications. The mayor’s “I’m not Ragsdale” honeymoon will last at least through his first budget cycle, but citizen reaction going forward is likely to test the proposition that smaller is in all cases better.

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Brent Ledgerwood brought memorabilia from Blooming Grove, one of five schools that were consolidated into Halls School in 1916, to the Halls Elementary time capsule opening on May 21. Ledgerwood lives in the house that was once Blooming Grove School.

A time for remembering Today is Memorial Day. Today we pay tribute to the men and women who gave their all so that we might enjoy the freedoms we so often take for granted. The precise origin of Memorial Day is disputed, with cities in both the North and the former Confederacy laying claim to its birthplace. History does record that on May 5, 1868, General John Logan, commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, issued a general order proclaiming that May 30, 1868, would be “designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion.” Beginning in the late 1960s and continuing through the tumultuous years of the Vietnam War, respect for the armed forces declined among members of the baby boomer generation. In retrospect, it isn’t difficult to understand the outrage with which members of my parents’ generation viewed the “flower children” who heaped scorn on those in uniform. Millions of the “greatest generation” had worn those uniforms not so long before in the fight to preserve this country and the world from German and Japanese tyranny. More than 400,000 American military personnel died in World War II. The Korean War claimed another 53,000 lives, and more than 58,000 died in Vietnam. For years Korean War veterans could claim with some justification that theirs was the “forgotten war.” Vietnam became the war no one wanted to remember, a colossal strategic blunder in the eyes of many. Too many of its veterans became a lost generation, walking wounded who even today bear psychological scars which may never heal. So, it’s appropriate that as we remember those who fell in the cause of freedom, we also honor those remaining who fought by their side. Freedom fighters don’t always wear uniforms. This month marks 50 years since a group of men and women, black and white, boarded buses with the intention of claiming their rights as American citizens. The “Freedom Riders” were testing a 1960 ruling by the Supreme Court that racial segregation in interstate transportation was illegal because it violated the Interstate Commerce Act. Leaving Washington, D.C., on May 4, 1961, the Freedom Riders planned a May 17 arrival in New Orleans. Jim Crow was alive and well in 1961, and the riders were beaten by mobs in Birmingham and Anniston, Ala. One bus was firebombed outside Anniston. Riders who later made it to Jackson, Miss., were arrested and sentenced to time at Parchman Farm, Mississippi’s infamous penitentiary. Freedom isn’t free – it never has been. The Freedom Riders knew that, and so did the millions who have worn the uniform of the U.S. armed forces. To all who fought for liberty so that I and others may express ourselves without fear, thank you. Contact Larry Van Guilder at lvgknox@mindspring.com.

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The Tennessee Smokies mascot, Powell Lions Club president and District 12-N first vice governor-elect Diane Wilkerson, the Lions mascot Paws and the Knoxville Ice Bears mascot at the annual Walk for Sight fundraiser in Fountain City Park on May 21. Photo by Jake Mabe

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Sharing memories of Blooming Grove Standing in the gym at Halls Elementary School on May 21, Brent Ledgerwood was showing off his grandmother’s diploma from the Tennessee Normal College.

Jake Mabe It was rare to have a college education back then, but Priscilla Elizabeth Scott earned one. She later taught piano. Ledgerwood lives in the house that was once Blooming Grove School, which with four other schools was consolidated into what became Halls Elementary School in 1916. “I saw that they were going to do this,” Brent said, meaning unveiling the time capsule sealed in Halls Elementary’s cafeteria in 1986, “and got a bunch of stuff together to bring down here.” The time capsule also included a cornerstone from Halls School dated 1916. Ledgerwood says that Blooming Grove was a school from 1866 to 1916. The first school was a one-room log cabin that sat at a different location from his house. The

second building burned in 1913. His home was used as a school for three years before Blooming Grove, Flint Hill, Stony Point, Montvale and Bright Hope schools became Halls School. “The house is 97 years old,” he says. “We bought it in 1981.” Ledgerwood made copies of his photographs to give to Halls Elementary.

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Lions hold Walk for Sight in FC Park

Lions Club mascot Paws had some company for the area Lions’ annual Walk for Sight fundraiser in Fountain City Park on May 21. Joined by mascots from the Tennessee Smokies and Knoxville Ice Bears, Paws led a group of Lions Club members and friends in the walk, which raises money for District 12-N’s Lions Charities. Clare Crawford of the Knox North Lions Club says the district has a $60,000 budget that goes to various agencies, including the Tennessee School for the Deaf, the Tennessee School for the Blind, the East Tennessee Eye Bank and seven others. The Day with the Lions also included a cake walk and car

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DeForest Moneymaker and event organizer Ricky Spiva at the benefit carnival and rummage sale at Fountain Lanes on May 21 for the tornado victims in Greene County. Photo by Jake Mabe show. The Fountain City Lions Club also held a pancake breakfast. Crawford, Carl McDaniel and Bill Watkins of Loudon County came up with the idea several years ago. “It’s our big fundraiser for the year,” Crawford said.

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Carnival raises funds for Greene County tornado victims

The Silver Dollar Band was rockin’ to the oldies before noon May 21 at Fountain Lanes bowling alley in North Knoxville. Kids were busy throwing balls at the dunking booth. Over by the building, shoppers were finding deals at a rummage sale. The Knoxville Volunteer Rescue Squad and Rural/Metro had trucks parked on the street. Ricky Spiva says he got the idea to hold a fundraiser

carnival after seeing the devastation that wreaked havoc on Greene County during the recent tornado. “I did a carnival after the Virginia Tech tragedy,” Spiva says. “To be able to get this stuff together and help out is an honor.”

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Heater, Cox earn Women’s League scholarships

The Halls Crossroads Women’s League has awarded the seventh annual Martha Arnold Charnay Scholarship to Halls High graduate Brittany Heater, who will attend Cumberland University to major in theatre arts and education. The League also awarded the first scholarship presented in memory of Virginia Heiskell Sharp, a faithful League member who passed away last December, to Sarah Cox. Sarah will major in nursing at UT Chattanooga.

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Bud Ford retires at UT, resumes work By Marvin West The 45-year primary mission is complete. Now comes the finishing touch. Bud Ford, associate athletic director for media relations, is retiring from the athletic department at the University of Tennessee. He has been on the job officially since 1966. He practiced for two previous years. Oh no, he is not going away. He will serve as historian on a part-time basis. He will be the institutional memory, the link to past Volunteers and their games, meets and matches. Bud’s major remaining goal is to research and produce an all-sports record book, just in case somebody wants to know who in orange did what, when and where. “For years I have been aware that we have no such resource,” said Ford. “For at least 15 years, I have been filing tidbits of information for eventual compilation. The book will never be a best-seller but I hope it proves of value to the university. “The project is meaningful to me because this is my school and it has been so important in my life.” Bud was a UT sophomore and part-time employee at Kroger in Western Plaza when Gus Manning recognized his former News Sen-

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tinel delivery boy and told him about a possible opening in the sports information department. Bud interviewed with Haywood Harris and was hired on the spot. Three days later he was fired. As Haywood told the tale, it was football time in Tennessee and Bud’s third day was Labor Day, meetthe-press day for the Volunteers. Sports reporters and photographers from all across the state and beyond swarmed in for the busy occasion. Bud did not show up for work. In his mind, Haywood fired his new student helper. Finished. Out of here. Probably wasn’t going to last anyway. Hard to find good help.

Mayoral candidate forum Fountain City Business and Professional Association will hold its monthly luncheon meeting noon Wednesday, June 8, in the fellowship hall of Central Baptist Church on Broadway. The meeting will be a city mayoral candidate forum facilitated by Todd Howell of Channel 10 News. Everyone is invited. Admission is free, although lunch is $10. To register for lunch, email Beth Wade at secretary@fountaincitybusiness.com. Info: www. fountaincitybusiness.com.

The next day, Bud came in early with a glowing sunburn and a happy story about his day on the lake. Work on Labor Day? It had never entered his mind. Haywood tried to look tough, surrendered to laughter and forgave the terrible transgression. Harris D. “Bud” Ford kept his job, $18.75 per week, unlimited opportunities. When Bud earned his degree, he was promoted to full time, several more hours, some more pay. Bud proved to be an outstanding Harris associate for the next several decades. They were really close for six years. Bud and his new bride, Sandy, rented the basement apartment at Haywood’s house. When Haywood eventually retired and became historian, Bud moved up a notch. Like Haywood, Bud was a national leader in the sports information field. Like Haywood, Bud won all honors available in his profession. He is hall of fame here, there and everywhere. As Haywood and Gus wrote UT books in retirement, so will Bud. Haywood

and Gus did the Locker Room radio show for half a century. Gus has asked Bud to fill in this fall for the dearly departed Harris. Ford has several ideas for spare hours. He intends to support the T Club as best he can. He is an honorary letterman. He and Sandy (recently retired after just 37 years at UT, alumni office, president’s office, treasurer’s office) hope to spend more time in church work, Salem Baptist in Halls. They intend to do more boating on Norris Lake. They may make two trips to the beach instead of one. Bud’s change of title at UT reminded some of his accomplishments. “Derek Dooley may have coined the term Vol for Life, but Bud Ford exemplifies it,” said athletic director Mike Hamilton. “No one has been more loyal to their alma mater or fought harder for it than Bud Ford. His wealth of knowledge and institutional culture has been invaluable, and we look forward to him continuing to lead us in that area in his new role as historian.” Said former coach and athletic director Doug Dickey: “Bud Ford was typical of the heart and soul of Tennessee athletics. He bled orange, wore orange and probably sang ‘Rocky Top’ in the shower. His work ethic for UT was amazing.” Said former coach Phillip Fulmer: “Bud Ford loves Tennessee with a passion that shows through in the way he does his job … whatever the situation, you could be sure he always was protective of the integrity, tradition and image that makes Tennessee football special.”

Billy needs a home This little guy was found tied to a tree at Mount Royal subdivision with a tag attached reading: “I’m Billy. I’m 4 years old. I’ve been neutered.” He is very friendly and sweet. Give Paws and Claws a call at 281-0211 if you’d like to give Billy a good home. Photo submitted

COMMUNITY NOTES ■ Stix Car and Motorcycle Show 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 18, Halls High School. Info: Stacey at knoxvillestixfundraising@ yahoo.com/. ■ Halls High Golf Tournament sponsored by Stadium Club is Saturday, July 16, Three Ridges. $75. Info: Shawn Nicholson, 684-7348 or hallsfootballgolftourney@yahoo.com/.

Memorial service at Lett’s Cemetery The annual memorial service at Lett’s Cemetery in Hickory Valley (Union County) is 11 a.m. Sunday, June 5. Funds will be collected for the cemetery’s upkeep. Info: the Rev. Roy Beeler, 922-7182.

Beaver Brook nine hole golf winners The winners of the Beaver Brook nine hole women’s golf group playing Captain’s Party are Joan Funkhouser, Barbara Gaylor and Sherry Kelly in first place and Wanda Farmer, Sandy Schonhoff and Shirley Spignardo in second place.

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City Council legalizes fireworks From page A-1 city goes back a long time,” he said. “But it wasn’t laid out specifically in the city code. It was adopted by reference. Every Fourth of July we’d get questions, and four or five years ago we switched to our own ordinance. We realized later it didn’t contain the same prohibition on use and possession of fireworks.” The week after the vote, two members who voted no said they may not have understood what they were doing, because the ordinance was near the end of a long, tiring agenda. “I’ll just say it,” said 1st District council member Nick Pavlis. “It was such a long meeting, and by the time it came up I didn’t put a whole lot of thought or interest into it. The timing was

bad. They were trying to get out of it without egg on their face, and they need to bring it back again and explain it more clearly. I think it’s something that needs to be revisited.” Pavlis said he will invite Rausch and Sharp to attend the mayor’s dinner before the June 7 City Council meeting to talk about the ordinance. The measure can be put back on the agenda by a council member who voted on the prevailing side. “I’m willing to take the lead and bring it back,” Pavlis said. Nick Della Volpe, whose hypothetical example of a 3-year-old girl being dragged off to prison for having sparklers on her birthday cake started the move to sink the ordinance,

was less repentant. He said the chiefs didn’t adequately explain the ordinance. “I just keep going back to little Suzie being hauled off to jail with pink icing on her face,” he said. “I suppose the city could bring it back with a revised piece. They told us about the old code and the new code, and somebody slapped an ordinance together, and you’re a little punch drunk after sitting there all that time. … They should have said more.”

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It’s a numbers game, part II Last week in this column we provided an example of how a budget revenue projection, sales tax in this instance, usually conforms to the mayor’s stated economic outlook, whether pessimistic or optimistic. That’s not surprising. Despite rumors to the contrary, accountants are human and require food and shelter that’s hard to procure without a steady job. But numbers are abstract things, not concrete. Whether $5 or $5 million, no one has ever spoken to, shaken hands with or had lunch with a number. Numbers don’t have faces or names, and – best of all for politicians – numbers don’t vote. People vote, however, and the most feckless politicians spend a great deal of time trying to gauge how their constituents would have them vote on issues considered controversial. Another word for this is pandering, the favorite device of the politician who can’t be bothered worrying about what’s or right or wrong when what’s expedient is obvious. A case in point is the feeding frenzy touched off by Mayor Tim Burchett’s clumsy dealings with the Beck Cultural Exchange Center. In practical terms, the proposed budget reduction of $138,000 effectively eliminates county support for the center and underscores the administration’s philosophy that the less government the better. With two or three exceptions, no commissioner has risen to defend the center. Most, in fact, apparently aren’t disposed to quibble with the words of 7th District Commissioner R. Larry Smith, who said to this reporter at last week’s commission meeting: “Where in the Knox County Charter does it say that we’re supposed to fund nonprofits? Period. Let’s move on.” Those words come rather trippingly off the tongue for a commissioner who makes regular use of his “discretionary” funds to donate

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to the public schools in his district, entities which, unlike Beck, are already guaranteed taxpayer dollars for support, and rightfully so. To be sure, Smith is only parroting the administration’s line, and he has a lot of company on commission, where trimming government for its own sake has become the philosophy de jure. And the premise is leaky at best; nowhere in the Charter do we find, for example, that we are “supposed” to provide health insurance for county employees, but we do it, because it’s the right thing to do. Numbers don’t have jobs. Numbers are never laid off. People have jobs, and when their jobs run afoul of the cold calculus of budget cutting, the result can be disastrous. At the same meeting in which Smith unloaded his nonprofit philosophy, Mark Henry, a 32-year low level county employee, told of how he had been notified that his job in the parks and recreation department was being terminated. Henry, who is disabled and uses a walker, said, “I had my disability when I came here. I’m not the type to sit back (and do nothing).” “What’s this fellow going to do in this situation?” Commissioner Tony Norman asked Burchett. Burchett said the department heads had been asked “to make these deductions. I know they’re hard choices.” Parks and Recreation Director Doug Bataille said Henry’s pay and benefits “matched the amount” of the necessary reduction. Mission accomplished, books balanced. After all, it’s only a number. Contact: lvgknox@mindspring.com.

Veterans and the homeless Sue Renfro of Knox Area Rescue Ministries sends a Memorial Day reminder about the homeless and veterans. National statistics show that veterans make up between 15 and 23 percent of the homeless population. At least 33 percent of homeless men are veterans, and the local numbers mirror the national statistics. You can learn more at the Department of Veterans Affairs website, http://www.va.gov/homeless.

Jamie Woodson’s decision to resign from the state Senate on July 9 (rather than last week) means the special elections to fill her seat will occur with the upcoming Knoxville city primary on Sept. 27 and the city runoff in November. It is being sold as a way to save tax dollars. While some tax dollars will be saved, it is not a large amount, as the city and senate district do not overlap in their entirety. Only 15 precincts from the state Senate district are inside the city, and many city precincts are not in that Senate district, so there is a cost regardless of when the special election is held. What is not being discussed is how this decision may impact both elections. Right now the election is a Republican primary contest between City Council member Marilyn Roddy and civic leader Becky Duncan Massey. No other Republican has entered and no Democrat seems interested in running in a hopelessly Republican district. Woodson’s decision adds another seven weeks to the campaign. Who does that help? Probably, it aids Massey as she is less well known than Roddy who has been campaigning for mayor or senator for more than a year now. It gives Massey needed time to introduce herself and raise money. But Roddy needs time to introduce herself to county precincts south, east and west where she has not campaigned. She needs time to explain several of her City Council

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votes which are not liked outside the city limits, as well as explain why she now prefers senator over mayor. The Sept. 27 primary will trigger a large turnout of Republicans who, in fewer than half of the Senate precincts, can also vote for a mayoral candidate and City Council candidates. For those who vote only for Republicans and do not cross over, their mayoral choice currently would be Ivan Harmon, the only Republican in the contest. The timing of the Republican primary may add votes to his column. However, two of the three

credible mayoral candidates are active Democrats. They are Mark Padgett and Madeline Rogero. Their candidacies are already exciting interest among hardcore Democrats. That will increase Democratic turnout in the city precincts, and these Democrats can decide to vote in the Republican state Senate primary. Whether a Democratic crossover helps Massey or Roddy is anyone’s guess, but it will occur. The city of Knoxville has more Democratic than Republican voters, while the remainder of the county has more Republicans. Depending on how close the mayoral or the Senate race is, the mixing of a partisan and nonpartisan contest on the same ballot the same day will have an impact. At this stage, it is hard to determine who is the ulti-

mate beneficiary in both the GOP primary and the mayoral contest, not to mention the four City Council races. Notes: Mayor Tim Burchett is making a real policy mistake cutting funding for the Beck Cultural Exchange Center. Beck is a treasure to our community. It does not have the financial resources that some nonprofits in Knoxville have. This is an unnecessary fight over an institution that deserves better treatment. The cut also has racial overtones which do not add to racial harmony. Ultimately, County Commission will restore the funding and Burchett will lose this battle. My advice to Mayor Burchett is to acknowledge error and restore funding on his own. It will happen anyway. He can be part of the problem or part of the solution. The solution is preferable.

A ‘thorn’ between two roses? Knox County Law Director Joe Jarret, center, poses with Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett and Knoxville Mayor Daniel Brown last Friday at New Harvest Park. Photo submitted

Will the real Bill Haslam please stand up? Bill Haslam was mayor of Knoxville in 2008 when a man who hated liberals, Democrats and gay people fired on the congregation of the Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, killing two and wounding seven others. Afterward, the gunman’s spoken words and written documents revealed that he wanted to kill people who were friendly to gays. A few days later, Haslam issued a statement about his city, saying, in part: “It is often easy to make these tragic events, which are far too frequent, about the community in which they occur. Knoxville is a caring, compassionate city where diverse viewpoints are shared and respected. Every person, regardless of race, religion, age, sex, or sexual orientation, is a person of human dignity and a valued member of our community.” Haslam was elected mayor mostly because he successfully sold himself as a prac-

Betty Bean tical-minded business guy. Later, he won the Republican gubernatorial nomination over two strident, ideologically-driven opponents who made him seem to be the voice of reason. Now that he is governor, he is being faced with signing dozens of controversial, ideologically-driven bills, only a few of which have attracted more attention from the business community than House Bill 600, aka the interestingly named “Equal Access to Intrastate Commerce Act,” which prevents Tennessee cities from enacting anti-discrimination ordinances protecting gay and transgendered workers. The bill is short and simple and aimed primarily at Nashville, which adopted such a non-discriminatory policy.

Here is the language in full: “This bill prohibits any local government from imposing on any person an anti-discrimination practice, standard, definition or provision that varies in any manner from the definition of ‘discriminatory practices’ under present law or other types of discrimination recognized by state law but only to the extent recognized by the state. Under present law, ‘discriminatory practices’ means any direct or indirect act or practice of exclusion, distinction, restriction, segregation, limitation, refusal, denial, or any other act or practice of differentiation or preference in the treatment of a person or persons because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age or national origin. (italic added) “Under this bill, any such anti-discrimination practice, standard, definition, or provision imposed on any such person by a local gov-

ernment prior to the effective date of this bill would be null and void. The above requirements would not apply with respect to employees of a local government. Additionally, this bill clarifies that with regards to discriminatory practices and human rights, ‘sex’ means the designation of the person as male or female as indicated on the person’s birth certificate.” Many of the state’s most influential businesses – Alcoa, AT&T, Embraer, FedEx, Nissan, United Health, Whirlpool and KPMG, to name a few – signed onto a campaign urging Haslam to veto the bill. He dithered for a couple of days, then thumbed his nose at those businesses and signed his name, causing many old friends to wonder what happened to the reasonable, business-friendly Bill Haslam who urged us to respect the rights and dignity of all.

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Kelley Academy launches 49 grads It was an awesome evening as 49 young men and women graduated from high school at the Knoxville Center mall.

Sandra Clark The graduates came from across Knox County. All had encountered difficulties that made it unlikely they would graduate at all. “What a great honor to welcome you to the first ever graduation exercise of the Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy,” said Superintendent Jim McIntyre. “This Academy reinforces that we can have multiple paths through high school. … (The Academy is) a great opportunity and you cannot argue with the results.” A huge crowd cheered as the graduates entered while Tommy Muncey played “Pomp and Circumstance.” The loudest cheer was for principal Tracy Poulsen, an educator who left a comfortable administrative position at Farragut High School to tackle the challenge of guiding disparate individuals through coursework and testing necessary to obtain their high school diploma. Channeling Jerry Reed in “Smokey and the Bandit,” Poulsen said, “You had a long way to go and a short time to get there.” She hugged each graduate, saying, “I am so proud of you. We love you.” Jennifer Lee Womack won a renewable college scholarship worth $28,000 from Simon Youth Foundation, presented by Dr. Chris Chalker. Keynote speaker Dr. Michael Durnil, also of the Simon Youth Foundation,

told the graduates, “You will earn $100,000 more in your lifetime than those without high school diplomas. “I believe in you and I believe you’ll be able to go anywhere and achieve your dreams. Let nothing hold you back,” he said. Juvenile Court Judge Tim Irwin stood against the wall. “I’ve got one here,” he said when asked what brought him out. “When they do right, you’ve got to be there for them.” Poulsen praised her staff, saying, “It was tough at times, but we came through together.” Then she told her graduates: “Failure is not an option for you. You set lofty goals and you achieved them. You graduated from high school on time. “I invite you to come back and visit. Encourage other students who are struggling. Give back to the community.” The graduation was a happy time, a validation for McIntyre and Poulsen who had gambled that the school would work. It was a tribute to Simon Youth Foundation, which supports 25 such academies in malls across the country. And it was a marvelous summation of the life’s work of Dr. Paul Kelley, educator and former school board member who refused to vote for expulsion of students under “zero tolerance.” To paraphrase the disclaimer he made every time: It is the school board’s job to educate children. We’ve got courts and jails to punish them. Kelley stood as the graduates filed past him. This reporter could not resist a comment. “This is on you,” I said. “You made this possible.” “There are worse ways to be remembered,” he answered.

The first graduating class of the Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy. Photos by S. Clark

Dr. Paul Kelley, standing with his son, Michael, at right, salutes the graduates.

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■ Joy McCroskey did not show up at commission last week to answer questions about her budget. Perhaps she’s so peeved at Burchett that she’s snubbing the whole public vetting budget process. Sherry Witt and Cathy Quist were there, so Joy’s absence was more notable. ■ Sarah Palin has chartered a bus for an extended trip from Washington, D.C., up through New England visiting historic sites, according to the Chattanooga News Free Press. Maybe the tour will end in New Hampshire where Palin will camp out, trapping wildlife, until the 2012 primary. ■ Facing pushback on his budget, Tim Burchett is planning a direct public appeal while at the same time promoting the use of mass transit. “If Palin can tour the East Coast in a bus, surely I can ride a KAT through East Knoxville,” Burchett says. First stop – Beck Cultural Center. ■ Richard Bean, over at the juvenile detention center that bears his name, says his residents often leave without underwear. So he and his board have launched a “Pennies for Undies Ministry,” collecting pennies to buy underwear. Area churches are pitching in. Info: 215-6500. ■ With Burchett’s budget, we may be collecting pennies for parks, prisoners and potholes. Stay tuned. ■ Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey says we ain’t seen nothing yet, referring to the legislature’s penchant for half-baked social issues. Maybe he’ll make Stacey Campfield the speaker protem to replace Jamie Woodson. Since Campfield already is our most famous senator (Daily Show, Colbert Report, CNN, Fox), we could turn him into a tourist attraction. ■ Jamie Woodson will be missed. Heck, I’m missing her already. – S. Clark

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surfaced and stayed in the national consciousness about Crockett was one of the reasons he decided to write a biography, “David Crockett: The Lion of the West.” “This is a book for people interested in the truth, or as much truth as can be uncovered. I hope readers learn insight into the man.” Wallis says that Crockett was a three-dimensional human being, “with exaggerated hopes and well-checked fears,” who could be good and bad, calculating and selfaggrandizing, authentic and contrived, “most comfortable in the woods on a hunt but who could hold his own in the halls of Congress.” He was a 19th century enigma. Crockett fought and first made his name in the Indian Wars under Andrew Jackson, only to later become a Whig and an outspoken political opponent to Old Hickory. Crockett was resentful perhaps that Jackson, who was for all practical purposes landed gentry, was able to pass himself off as a populist hero of the people.

audience’s delight. “The national mythologizing of Crockett had already started during his lifetime.” Crockett would write a best-selling autobiography. It and the Crockett almanacs popular at the time would go on to influence the humor of Mark Twain, Abraham Lincoln and Will Rogers. “The final scenes of his life took place at The Alamo,” Wallis says, “but the curtain calls have never ceased for the historical Crockett.” Foes and fans alike argue to this day over how and when Crockett died. He was in Texas only a few weeks, but that part of his life dominates many movies and books based on his life. “There was the David Crockett of historical fact. The other is an American myth.” Wallis says he hopes that people will discover through his book that the real-life Crockett “is a hero in his own right, and include the good, the bad and the stages of gray. Most “He was neither a buffoon nor of all, he was a man willing to take a great intellect, but a man always a risk.” evolving. He was arguably the first Somebody asked Wallis when he popular celebrity and his story is learned that most of what he knew far more than a one-note Disney about Crockett was a myth. character.” “Probably by the time I turned 12,” David Crockett spent more than he joked, saying that as a writer he is half of his 49 years living in the drawn to “people that are people. I East Tennessee of his birth. Wallis like to find these puzzling enigmas.” said that Crockett would have been A few years ago, Wallis re-watched pleased that his rifle (no, not “Ol’ the Fess Parker series that had so Betsy”) is on display at the East Tencaptivated him and his generation. nessee History Center downtown. “My, oh my, it’s Walt Disney. “His East Tennessee roots There’s no blood. And, there he was, shaped much of his character and grinning a bear out of a tree,” he he remained a Tennessean until his says, shaking his head. dying day.” “But it worked on me. I slept in Crockett proved to be so popular that coonskin hat.” that a play, “The Lion of the West,” Call Jake Mabe at 922-4136 or email JakeMabe1@ opened in New York during his life- aol.com. Visit him online at jakemabe.blogspot. time, featuring a character named com, on Facebook or at Twitter.com/HallsguyJake. Nimrod Wildfire that was not-soloosely based on Crockett’s exploits, be they real or imagined. The myth “David Crockett: The Lion of the and the man met the night Crockett West” by Michael Wallis is availhimself saw the play, when the actor able now from W.W. Norton and playing Nimrod and Crockett took Company. It retails for $27.95. turns bowing to one another to the

special permission from Commissioner Pete Rozelle to sign a convicted felon. Robinson was less than a perfect conformist. He skipped some practices and didn’t follow all instructions but necessity finally put him on the field, Oct. 19 at Dallas, on Monday night TV. The show kicked off as if everything was real. Frank Gifford, Al Michaels and Dan Dierdorf were in the booth. Hank Williams Jr. delivered “All My Rowdy Friends.” Roman candles erupted. Smoke billowed. Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders did their thing. Tony came through, 11 completions in 18 attempts, 152 yards, a 13-7 Washington victory. Seems to me this was the magic moment of his life. As you might expect, the strike ended. Released replacements faded away. Tony violated parole and returned to prison. Joe Gibbs developed the real Redskins into Super Bowl champions. For that one big win, Tony received a ring and $27,000, enough to buy refreshments and pay attorney fees. Sad stories are sprinkled across the great decades of Tennessee football. Cruel injuries. Strange ailments. Auto crashes. Arrests. Deaths. Too often we are left to wonder what might have been. The tale

of Tony Robinson is atop the heap. Some argue he was the most talented quarterback in Volunteer history, superior athletically to Heath Shuler, more exciting than Condredge Holloway, cannon for an arm, touch of a fly-fisherman, even better than Peyton Manning. Kevin Altoona Robinson came from a good Tallahassee family. Tony said he grew up going to a Baptist church, that both parents were preachers. Leon High lost three games in his three years. He set state records with thousands of passing yards. Tony wanted to stay and play for Florida State. Bobby Bowden had never had a black quarterback and wasn’t quite ready to begin. Besides, he didn’t think the skinny beanpole (6-4, 180) could take the pounding. Florida never was interested. Georgia recruited hard but cooled late in the process. There were whispers about lack of leadership ability. Tony seemed introverted, indecisive, maybe not too terribly concerned. Majors wanted him and then he didn’t. He was short on scholarships and had seven quarterbacks committed but none with such an arm or touch. The coach and the kid finally said yes. Robinson spent his freshman season watching Alan Cockrell. As a sophomore, he gave up and went

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s long as he lives, Michael Wallis will never forget the evening of Dec. 15, 1954. He was 9 years old. That was the night ABC-TV aired “Davy Crockett: Indian Fighter” on what was then called the “Disneyland” TV series. “I could have predicted the show’s success,” Wallis told a crowd at the East Tennessee History Center last week. “I was hooked in two minutes when I heard the theme song ‘When You Wish upon a Star.’ Then Walt unleashed this frontier character in the form of a lanky Texan named Fess Parker. “I got whiplash.” Wallis says that Fess’ Davy sent his fickle 9-year-old heart a-flutterin’. He’d met William “Hopalong Cassidy” Boyd and Duncan “Cisco Kid” Renaldo. Forget it. They were relegated to the lower rungs of preadolescent hero worship. “Even Stan ‘The Man’ Musial, who was etched in granite at the top of my heroes list, was threatened to be toppled.” Wallis forgot all about staying up to watch “Strike It Rich” and “I’ve Got a Secret.” He even forgot about the snow that was forecast for the following day. Instead, he went back to his bedroom and pored over the Davy Crockett entry in the World Book Encyclopedia. The scene was playing itself out in households across America. Some 40 million viewers tuned in that Wednesday night. By the time

Author Michael Wallis talks about his new book, “David Crockett: The Lion of the West,” at the East Tennessee History Center last week. In addition to writing best-selling books about the West, Route 66 and Pretty Boy Floyd, Wallis is also a voice actor who appears as the sheriff in “Cars” and “Cars 2.” Photo by Jake Mabe the final episode aired a few weeks later, the U.S. was caught up in a true Crockett craze. Crockett would sell $100 million in merchandise (some $8 billion in today’s dollars), everything from pajamas to lunchboxes to the coonskin cap that was ubiquitous in 1955. “The Ballad of Davy Crockett” was No. 1 on the Hit Parade for 13 weeks. “And I knew,” Wallis said with a smile, “that every single word of the song was the gospel truth.” Of course, it wasn’t. Wallis says all the recognition was a good thing, but that the misinformation that

Tony Robinson in the NFL TALES OF TENNESSEE | Marvin West

he current difference of opinion between NFL owners and players brings to mind labor strife of 1987. That immediately leads to the strange tale of the replacements and Tony Robinson, former Tennessee quarterback, and his one game in pro football. For 24 days, the league kept games going with substitute teams made up of substitute players. Some, on loan from fall plowing, desk jobs and gas stations, weren’t very good. Tony, on work release from prison, was excellent. When he was a Volunteer, everybody knew Tony Robinson could play. Johnny Majors used phrases like “best I’ve ever seen” and Dallas super scout Gil Brandt said “he could be better than Joe Montana because he has a stronger arm and moves quicker.’” Alas, all was lost when a terrible knee injury took Tony down in the

1985 Alabama game. After that, far more was lost when Tony and roommate Kenneth “B.B.” Cooper were nailed at their apartment for delivering cocaine to an undercover agent. Judge Ray Lee Jenkins sent Tony to jail but cut him some slack, an unusual out if he could find a football job and stay clean. Tony looked and looked but had to settle for the very minor league Richmond Ravens. No pay but the team helped find a day job to cover hamburgers, rent and gas. Tony tried telemarketing. He moved on to mall parking lots with hopes of selling cheap cologne. He didn’t like it one bit but he was forced into a construction job, up at 5 a.m. for manual labor. He was laboring, digging holes for fire hydrants, when NFL players went on strike and the Washington Redskins called. They had

home. His father sent him back. He played a little, six completions in 12 tries. He started as a junior. He put on a show against Florida. The Gators won. He was big against Alabama. The Vols won. He made some mistakes against Kentucky and went down in history as the last quarterback to lose to the Wildcats. This was 1984, a 7-4-1 campaign, 61 percent completions, 14 touchdowns, nine picks. He could throw the football the length of the field. Best Saturday was Sept. 28 of his senior season, Vols against No.1 Auburn, Sports Illustrated at the stadium to do a Heisman preview about Bo Jackson. Tennessee scored a stunning upset. Tony threw four TD passes and took the magazine cover. After that came the torn knee, Sugar Bowl on crutches, maybe a setup, stop-the-presses arrest, plea bargain, one good night in the NFL, other crimes and other punishments, talent wasted, life squandered – leaving only fond, forgiving memories of the good times at Tennessee. For years, Tony was in and out of prisons. Seems he has avoided headlines since 2009. That could be good news. He is 47. I hope he is well. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com.

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When Earl Wells– who was nicknamed “85 pounds of dynamite” back when he was a junior high school T-formation quarterback – graduated from Fulton High School in the spring of 1953, he was faced with the choice between playing professional baseball and going to college. He was already feeling dubious about playing ball when the manager of the minor league team in Kentucky to which he’d been assigned pulled a moldy hat out of a cardboard box and informed him they already had a shortstop. Earl scraped off the mold and did some more thinking. “The scout said ‘I’ll send you somewhere else,’ ” Earl said. “And when I realized what it was going to be like, I

picked the free education.” So he decided to turn down the offer from the St. Louis Browns. That fall, he enrolled at the University of Tennessee, where he played baseball for 4 years and got a degree in education. He played six different Earl Wells positions and led the team in batting as a senior. He got his degree in 1957, married his sweetheart Jo Ann Simmons and

COMMUNITY PARTNERS took a job at his alma mater, where he taught ﬁve different subjects – two health classes, civics, sociology, psychology and human relations. “We swapped sociology and psychology textbooks with West,” he said. “And then I became the ﬁrst full-time counselor at Fulton. They had one man and one woman. I took care of all the boys.” Earl was a preacher’s kid who went to seven different schools before he landed at Fulton (his father was a Nazarene Church minister who was moved every other year), and he decided to call Knoxville home. He taught and coached and was a counselor and a principal in the old Knoxville City Schools system. He retired

in 1986 at the age of 52, moved to New Smyrna Beach, Florida, where he had a 10-year career as an elementary school counselor. He retired again in 1999 and returned to Knoxville, where he and Jo Ann enjoy spending time with their two grandchildren, Brittany Copeland and Bella Zigrossi. (As well as their children Randy, Lu Ann and Angela). Earl likes staying busy, so he took a job servicing grocery store vending machines in a 300-mile East Tennessee service area. He and Jo Ann are members of Fountain City United Methodist Church, and Earl also enjoys playing golf and tennis and attending meetings of the Old Timers’ Breakfast Club, which is attended by 50-75 members from Halls and North Knoxville.

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Living in light

Chelsie Bittle and her recently adopted brother Zachary plant flowers.

after years of darkness Lorraine Furtner | Across the Fence

n 2004 the Bittle family (Donnie, Melanie and children Chelsie and Hunter) found themselves on a dark path that would lead through death, cancer and depression. Their road became brighter last year with an incredible recovery from stage IV cancer and the adoption of son Zachary on March 9 of this year. The Bittles were shoved into despair on May 19, 2004, when Melanie’s car was hit head-on by a driver impaired by alcohol, marijuana and Xanax. The crash ejected Melanie and her seat into the highway and instantly killed 3-year-old Hunter. Chad Sparks, teaching pastor at Providence Church, recalls the agony of informing Melanie and Donnie that Hunter had died. “It’s still not something I like to talk about,” said Sparks. “I was especially afraid that Donnie, being a new Christian, would blame God, but he didn’t. Instead of faltering spiritually, his faith solidified over the weeks and months, but it was still a battle.” Perhaps he was gaining strength for what lay ahead. By December 2005 the Bittles had moved to West Knoxville and were coping with life without “Bubby.” Melanie found a job at a local clinic and formed a nonprofit organization called LEGACY (Leading Educating and Guiding the Attitude and Choices of Youth) to educate middle and high school students about how their choices affect others. The program was shelved because Melanie was diagnosed with breast cancer, resulting in a double mastectomy. In 2009, three years and six surgeries later, her reconstruction just finished, Melanie complained to her doctor of having a lot of pain in her chest. The cancer was back: in her sternum.

Hunter Bittle’s young life was ended by a drunk and drug impaired driver on May 19, 2004. Photo submitted

Melanie began aggressive chemotherapy. Due to her fragile immune system, the extroverted Melanie was forced to segregate herself from large crowds. Isolation became the norm. “I began to wonder if people were just my ‘charity friends,’ that I was just some cancer patient they could bring food to,” Melanie says. “I had cancer, but it didn’t define me. But I was afraid it was defining me to others.” Chelsie, now a teen and afraid to wake her mom from the long naps she needed, spent most of her time at friends’ houses. “I thought she didn’t need me and she thought I didn’t need her,” said Melanie. On top of that, the Bittles were devastated to learn the treatments hadn’t worked. The cancer was now stage IV (the highest level), having spread to eight places in her bones, as well as to organs. So, they began a new chemotherapy. The final straw came in December 2009 when, without warning that her benefits had expired or a phone call of any kind, Melanie received a termination package in the mail from her employer. “That pushed me to the edge. I became really angry at all I’d been through,” said Melanie. The next week, she was hospitalized for a reaction to the chemotherapy that caused congestive heart failure and kidney failure. “After coming home, there were

Message from the universe CROSS CURRENTS | Lynn Hutton Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. (Matthew 11:28-30 NRSV) When in doubt, tell the truth. (“Hazel’s Law,” Hazel Sherwood)

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days I couldn’t lift my head off the pillow. I was through fighting. I questioned God, ‘If I’m going to die, why can’t you just take me? Why do we all have to suffer like this?’ ” Melanie remembers husband Donnie curling up beside her in bed, putting his arms around her and begging her, “please don’t give up!” Her friend Donna Denton, children’s Discovery Street coordinator at Providence Church, wouldn’t let her give up either. Sparks and the elders in the church literally gathered the family into their arms as they prayed asking God to help the family and to heal Melanie if that was His will. Not long afterwards Melanie called Sparks to inform him of the results of her scan. “They could not find a trace of cancer in her body,” said Sparks. “But we urged caution. We wanted to be sure and not get her hopes too high. It’s not that we don’t trust God, but we don’t always trust medical science to be perfect. “After the third scan continued to reveal no signs of cancer we were ready to raise the rooftops and tell the congregation how many years of prayer had been answered.” Chelsie said that she has not quite accepted that she doesn’t have to worry about her mom. Melanie is still on her guard and has been hesitant to accept that she might remain cancer free. At the same time, she’s never felt like

she was going to die from cancer. Instead, Melanie questioned her reason for living and suffering through such trauma. The answer had come early in the spring of 2010, but the Bittles did not know it yet. While “This is the reason I’m still here,” says Melanie Bitvisiting her sister- tle of her recently expanded family: Melanie Bittle in-law Vickie Pat- holding Zachary Bittle, Chelsie Bittle and Donnie terson, Melanie and Bittle. Photos by L. Furtner Chelsie met Vickie’s cause of all the circumstances that new foster child, brought him here, Zachary is the Zachary. Zachary was 15 months old and real miracle in my life.” Melanie had to be cancer free suffered from neglect and reactive affective disorder and would not for a certain amount of time bereact with any adults trying to pick fore adopting and Zachary’s birth him up or hold him. Chelsie was an- parents had to sign away their paother matter. There was an instant rental rights. bond between the two. Zachary Finally, after watching the Bitpitched a fit when Chelsie left. tles interact with Zachary, his bioIn the car Chelsie said, “Wouldn’t logical mother told Melanie, “Now it be neat if we could adopt Zach- I know why I had him – to give him to you.” ary?” The Bittles adopted Zachary on As the months progressed, Zachary became a frequent visitor and it March 9. was mutual love. The Bittles wanted Seven years after tragedy the to raise him as their own son. Bittle family has experienced “Zachary even looks like he healing from cancer and the healcould be our son,” said Melanie. ing that comes from opening up “Ironically, Zachary’s birthday is your heart again to love. on Hunter’s due date. When I saw Now, days are spent rocking on Zachary, I thought, this is why I the front porch, watching Zachwas healed. This little boy needs ary plant flowers with his “sissy” me as much as I need him. Be- Chelsie.

There are vouchers, folders, notes to myself, notes to others, reminders, scrap paper, informational bulletins to be handed out, etc. There are notes attached to my computer screen, reminders of what password goes with what program (carefully encoded, of course), checking account balances and notes to myself about something I need to discuss with tomorrow’s team leader. So finding a scrap of paper filled with obscure notes is not an unusual circumstance. Yesterday, I came across a small sticky note with seven words written on it. I remembered the conversation it referred to, knew that it had been taken care of and started to throw it away. That’s when I saw eight words, written at a different angle, up the side of that tiny yellow piece of paper.

“Never take the burden I can help you,” it said. No punctuation. Just those eight words. In my handwriting. I am being absolutely honest when I say this: I have no memory of writing those words, no idea of why I wrote them, or where they came from. Was it something a friend had said to me? A colleague? My supervisor? No idea. I only know that when I read them, it felt as if God was speaking directly to my heart. It was a message from the universe. Once before, years ago, I awakened from a dream and heard a voice (that was not my own) inside my head say, “I speak to you in many voices.” That time, the voice verified the truth of the dream. This time the voice spoke in the written word, in my own hand.

What does it mean? Hard to say. But here is how I understand it: Don’t think for a minute you are alone. You are not alone. You don’t have to take the whole burden on your own shoulders. Let me help you. A yoke is for two, you know: someone to share the load. I have walked this road, and I know the way. I will help you carry the burden, and I will walk with you. Stay with me, and remember, this is like a dance; you just need to let me lead. Needless to say, I found this tiny message incredibly comforting. Even though it was written in my hand, I believe it came from far beyond me. Why now? Again, I have no idea. Even so, this I do know: its truth will sustain me; its power will strengthen me; its peace will hold me.

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Michaela Allen will turn 8 on June 2 and Hunta vendor or for more informaer Allen will turn 11 on tion, call 584-2995. June 9. They are the children of Samantha and Mi- Homecomings chael Allen of Halls and have ■ New Hope Missionary an older brother, Brandon. Baptist Church, 7115 Tipton Grandparents are Wendy Lane, will hold homecoming Gresham of Halls, Tom Al11 a.m. Sunday, June 5, featurlen of Chattanooga and Kay ing Michael and Deliah Kitts. Allen of Farragut. Everyone is invited.

CONDOLENCES Tra Ramseur, Power Cross Ministries co-founder Jeff Storment and assistant coach Wendell Hill pray with the team after a game at the Under Armour National Championships in Orlando. Power Cross, a youth ministry that allows underprivileged children to play sports while off ering a Christian witness, is looking to expand to the Knox area. Photo submitted

Youth ministry hopes to expand to Knox area By Tia Kalmon Teach your children to choose the right path, and when they are older they will remain upon it. Proverbs 22:6. Each life of a child is different, but the people involved in that life make all the difference. Power Cross Ministries is an organization that strives to help young males compete in sports free of charge through ministry teachings, Bible studies and encouragement that will lead them far beyond the pitcher’s mound or football field. “This is a way to teach kids there is hope for Jesus Christ,” says Power Cross founder and Halls native Jeff Storment. Power Cross was founded in North Carolina by Jeff and his wife, Natalie Storment, who is from South Knoxville. They created this ministry after they saw young adults in the Statesville area turning down offers to play sports for their school due to financial and other reasons. These boys come from homes from which one parent is miss-

ing because they are in jail and from underprivileged homes in which food is not often served. Natalie said most of the boys coming from homes like this do not make it all the way through high school and often follow their parents’ example. Natalie and Jeff took it upon themselves to pay for entry fees, uniforms and transportation for four of these students to play football under one condition – that these students attend a Bible study hosted by Natalie and Jeff with a dinner included. From that point on, this idea took off. “These boys now have in front of them the chance to choose the path to stop the trend,” Natalie said. From four young males in the beginning to now more than 200 young males, the program is changing lives. Natalie and Jeff have both quit their jobs to work full time with Power Cross. They now drive 15-passenger vans instead of cars and they have a passion to make an impact in these lives. “It is an awesome blessing to be a part of this ministry.

The biggest improvement we have seen is by a child who started a gang and wasn’t doing well in school, and now this same student is in all advanced classes and a straight A and B student,” Jeff says. Power Cross now runs its own football, basketball and baseball teams, has 12 coaches, holds four different weekly Bible study meetings and serves more than 20,000 free meals. More than 200 7- to 16-year-old boys are involved in this program. Power Cross is located in North Carolina, but the Storments have aspirations to expand the ministry to Knoxville. A benefit dinner and silent auction will be held 7 p.m. Friday, June 10, at the Jubilee Banquet Facility on Callahan Drive. Anyone is welcome to attend. For reservations, contact Natalie Storment at nat@powercross.org or call 704-402-8011. For more information, contact Power Cross at 303 Mitchell Ave., Statesville, NC 28677 or contact Natalie Storment. Visit www. powercross.org.

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WORSHIP NOTES Fundraisers ■ Hines Creek Baptist Church will hold a rummage sale for the church’s food pantry starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, in the parking lot of the former Bi-Lo in Halls. All donations will be accepted and appreciated. Info: 4972495. ■ New Fellowship Church, 120 Pine Drive in Maynardville, will hold a benefit ride at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 4, (kickstands up at 10:30) for Nelson Eddie Richards for help with everyday bills. Cost is $10 per person. Donations accepted. Info: 925-2546 or 254-3447. ■ Bookwalter UMC, 4218 Central Avenue Pike, will sponsor a communitywide yard sale 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 11. Space is free. To register as

Rec programs ■ New Covenant Fellowship Church will have Open Scrapbook Night 6-10 p.m. Friday, June 3, in the fellowship hall. Bring pictures and scrapbook supplies and a snack to share. RSVP and to register for child care: 689-7001.

Senior programs ■ Faith UMC, 1120 Dry Gap Pike, will host a Young at Hearts meeting 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 7. Guest speaker Rick Ayers from the office of veterans’ affairs will share information on benefits available to veterans and their spouses. Bring a dish for a pot luck lunch following the meeting. Info: 688-1000 or visit www.faitseekers.org.

Special services ■ Clapp’s Chapel UMC in Corryton will host a Memorial Day ceremony at the cemetery 2:30 to 3 p.m. Monday, May 30. All fallen service men and women will be honored. The program will include a roll call of all known veterans in the cemetery, a “striking of the church bell” and a moment of silence. Refreshments will be served. Veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms. Everyone is invited. ■ Mountain View Baptist Church, 2974 Cecil Avenue, will host Fun Day 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4, in the parking lot. There will be a Trunk or Treat, candy, snacks and games. Costumes of Bible characters are allowed but not necessary. Info: 525-4192. ■ Northacres Baptist Church Happy Travelers of invite everyone to see “My Fair Lady” at the Cumberland County Playhouse

Tuesday, June 7. Cost is $59 and includes lunch at Cumberland Mountain State Park. Info: Derrell Frye, 938-8884.

Women’s programs ■ Knoxville Day Women’s Aglow Lighthouse will hold an outreach meeting 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, at New Covenant Fellowship Church, 6828 Central Ave. Pike. Maxine Raines, founder and executive director of Lost Sheep Ministries, will present a workshop on how to help the hurting and the homeless. Info: Diane Shelby, 687-3687. ■ Beaver Ridge UMC, 7753 Oak Ridge Highway, will host Women’s Bible Study 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the church library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The group’s five-week study will be Henri Nouwen’s “The Return of the Prodigal Son – A Story of Homecoming.” Info: Rev. Glenna Manning, 690-1060; www. beaverridgeumc.com. ■ MAPS (Mothers at Prayer Service) meets noon Fridays at First Comforter Church “for the soul purpose of their children.” Info: Edna Hensley, 688-8390. ■ MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month at Fairview Baptist Church for devotional, food and fellowship. Child care provided. Info: Anne, 621-9234.

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Summer fun … The days are heating up, and at your local church preparations are well underway for those weeklong festivals of fun and Bible learning known as Vacation Bible School. But, just like many church institutions, Vacation Bible School had humble, and perhaps surprising, beginnings.

hile summer Bible programs probably existed before this, it’s said that the first Vacation Bible School was held in 1894 in Hopedale, Ill., by Sunday school teacher D.T. Miles, who also taught public school. Feeling that the Sunday school hour was too short a time in which to teach children the important lessons of the Bible, she started a daily Bible school during the summer. Her first class was four weeks long and hosted

with a message!

40 students, meeting at a local schoolhouse. Four years later in 1898, Eliza Hawes, director of the children’s department at Epiphany Baptist Church in New York City, noticed an increase in the number of immigrant children in local slums. That July, she rented the only space available, a beer saloon, and held Bible classes for children for six weeks. When she retired in 1891, Hawes was running seven such schools.

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Dr. Robert Boville of the Baptist Mission Society took notice of Hawes’ summer Bible schools and took up the standard, growing the program to 17 schools by 1903 and later expanding to Philadelphia and Chicago. He went on to establish a worldwide VBS organization in 1923. In 1923, Standard Publishing created the grandparent of todays VBS “themes” by publishing a VBS program. The publishing house later divided the program by grade level, added themes and, in 1987, offered more than 120 VBS products. VBS timing has changed, too. According to statistics, only 29 percent of VBSs meet in the morning, as opposed to 55 percent just 10 years ago. Evening programs help accommodate today’s working family and get more of the church family involved in VBS. VBS programs are a huge part of many churches’ com-

munity outreach and often encourage church-going kids to bring their friends who may not attend church. According to the Southern Baptist Convention, 25-28 percent of baptisms are a direct result of VBS. In recent years, the SBC reports that 101,000 children made professions of faith at VBS, and Sunday school classes enrolled 45,000 new members as a result of VBS. Total SBC VBS enrollment in 2006 was 2,962,457. That’s a whole lot of kids, a whole lot of macaroni art, a whole lot of fun and a whole lot of faith. From a rented saloon to professional productions, VBS continues to grow in quality and attendance. It’s a fixture of summer for church-going families, and a good time for parents, too. Here are some of the VBS themes you can expect at your local churches this year. – Shannon Carey

Family Vacation Bible School June 13-17 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. • Ages 3+ Exciting youth and adult classes Nursery will be provided for adults attending classes Complete meals nightly Hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, tacos and more Family Night Friday night is Family Night – Fun, games, crafts, gifts and much more! Come watch your child’s program!

You can register online at www.fairviewbaptist.com 687-5648

Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church 6404 Old Maynardville Pike • Knoxville, TN 37918 (Close to Halls and Fountain City) • 254-3363

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vbs 2011 Inside Out and Upside Down on Main Street Inside Out and Upside Down on Main Street draws on Jesus’ parables, setting them in modern-day contexts so kids can easily connect with their messages. Through these stories, kids learn about gratitude, grace, forgiveness, compassion and faithfulness. The Main Street tales will teach them that Jesus can make a difference in their lives, their neighborhoods and the whole world.

Corryton Church Children’s Ministry Corryton Church presents

Children’s Ministry

So faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the message about Jesus Christ.

Cool Crafts! Exciting Worship! Yummy Snacks!

Take a step out of the ordinary and into the city that never sleeps with Big Apple Adventure VBS. With rotation stations like “Worship Rally at Times Square” and “Bible Study at Battery Park,” kids can explore the big city through music and activities. This VBS, whose tag line is “Where faith and life connect,” teaches kids to rely on faith, connect with Jesus and share his message with the world.

Big Apple Adventure's theme Bible verse is Romans 10:17 …

“Living” Bible Stories! Crazy Games! Fun Music!

Big Apple Adventure

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

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June 5th ~ August 7th 9:00am - 11:15am Kindergarten through 5th grades For more information: 688-3971 Ext. 224 7615 Foster Road, Corryton www.corrytonchurch.com

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Milan Baptist Church

Maynardville Highway • Maynardville

Sunday, June 5 – Friday, June 10 6:45 to 9:00PM At SonSurf Beach Bash kids will have fun in the Son! The children will have a great time singing songs, creating crafts, eating snacks, and playing games. But most important, when they meet up with Jesus they’ll discover just how much God loves them. We’re looking forward to sharing this exciting event with the children and parents.

Please join us for the fun and excitement! Meet up with Jesus and discover Gods’ love! Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life; no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6

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vbs 2011 SonSurf Beach Bash What better way to spend your summer days than at the beach? Kids going to the SonSurf Beach Bash will get to do all the fun beach activities right here at home. Sandcastles, water fun and sea shells will abound. While they’re playing in this sun-soaked paradise, kids will get to learn who Jesus is and why he’s important in their lives.

The theme Bible verse for SonSurf Beach Bash is John 14:6 …

Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’

PandaMania

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Sun, June 19 - Fri, June 24 6:30pm to 9:00pm Classes for all ages. Transportation provided if needed.

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Greenway Baptist Church, 2809 Adison Ave., will have The Big Apple Adventure VBS 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Sunday through Friday, June 12-17. Info: 687-5369.

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Hubbs Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Hubbs Grove Road, Maynardville, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 12-16, with a Family Night Block Party June 17. There will be Bible study, snacks, music, crafts and games. Classes are available for all ages, infant through adult. There will be special activities for teenagers and Bible study for adults. All are welcome.

Alder Springs Baptist Church, Hickory Valley Road, Maynardville, will have Vacation Bible School 7-9 p.m. June 13-17. Black Oak Heights Baptist Church, 405 Black Oak Drive, will have Inside Out and Upside Down on Main Street VBS 6-9 p.m. June 5-10, for ages 3 years through 5th grade. The Rev. Steve Ross is pastor. Info: 689-5397 or www.bohbc.org. Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church, 6404 Old Maynardville Pike, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 13-17, for ages 3 and older. There will be classes for youth and adults, and nursery is provided. Complete meals will be served each night. Friday night is Family Night with games, crafts and gifts, and the children will perform their program. Info: 254-3363.

Union Baptist Church of Halls, 8244 Old Maynardville Highway, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 6:30 to 9:15 p.m. June 12-17, with a kick-off party and dinner at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 8. Info: 922-7714 or www. unionbaptisthalls.org.

Karns Church of Christ, 6612 Beaver Ridge Road, will have VBS, themed “The Battle Belongs to the Lord,” 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. June 26-29. Info: 691-7411.

Warwick Chapel Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 6-10. There will be classes for all ages. The kickoff fun day will be 6 p.m. Saturday, June 4.

Milan Baptist Church, just north of Paulette Elementary School on Maynardville Highway, will have SonSurf Beach Bash VBS 6:45 to 9 p.m. June 13-18. There will be snacks, music, crafts and games.

West Park Baptist Church, 8833 Middlebrook Pike, will have SonSurf Beach VBS 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 13-16, for ages 4 years through 6th grade. A Spanish-speaking class is available. Info or to register: 690-0031 or www. westparkbaptist.org.

Mountain View Baptist Church, 2974 Cecil Ave., will have The Big Apple Adventure VBS 6-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 6-10. Info: 525-4192.

Cedar Ford Baptist Church, at the intersection of Tazewell Pike and Highway 61 in Luttrell, will have Gold Rush VBS 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 19-24. Classes for all ages. Transportation provided if needed. Info: 992-0216.

New Beverly Baptist Church, 3320 New Beverly Church Road, will have PandaMania VBS 6:15 to 9 p.m. June 13-17. There will be food, crafts, inflatables and music. Info: 546-0001 or www. newbeverly.org.

Central Baptist Church of Fountain City, 5364 North Broadway, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 9 a.m. to noon, June 13-17, for children preschool (age 3 before Sept. 30) through rising 6th grade. Info or to register: www.cbcfc.org or 688-2421.

New Liberty Baptist Church, 5901 Roberts Road in Corryton, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Friday, June 12-17. Kick off is 4 p.m. Sunday, June 4, with a “Kickin’ It Old School” parade, picnic and concert.

Corryton Church, 7615 Foster Road, Corryton, will have SonSurf Beach VBS 9 to 11:15 a.m. Sundays, June 5-Aug. 7, for kindergarten through 5th grade. Info: 688-3971.

Powell Church, 323 West Emory Road, will have Kingdom of the Son VBS 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 13-17, with a visit by the Knoxville ZooMobile June 13, and Family Night with inflatables and food June 17. Classes for ages 4 years through 5th grade. Info or to register: www.powellchurch.com or 938-2741.

Fairview Baptist Church, 7424 Fairview Road, Corryton, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 6-9 p.m. June 19-24. Info or to register: 687-5648 or www. fairviewbaptist.com.

Salem Baptist Church, 8201 Hill Road, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 9 a.m. to noon, June 20-24, for all children ages 4 years through 5th grade. Info or to register: 922-3490 or www.salembaptisthalls.org.

Faith UMC, 1120 Dry Gap Pike, “PandaMania: Where God is Wild About You!” 6 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 6-10. A snack supper will be served each night. Kids of all ages. Info: www.faithseekers.org. Fellowship Christian Church will have SonSurf Beach VBS 7-9 p.m. June 6-10. There will be classes for all ages. Info: 925-9792.

Second Presbyterian Church, 2829 Kingston Pike, will have Inside Out and Upside Down on Main Street VBS 9 a.m. to noon, June 20-23. Info: www.2ndpres.org or 523-2189.

Grace Baptist Church, 7171 Oak Ridge Highway, will have The Adventure Squad 2011 VBS 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 22-24, for ages 2 years through 5th grade. There will be nightly giveaways. Info or to register: www.gracebc.org.

Son Light Baptist Church, off Rifle Range Road, will have Inside Out and Upside Down on Main Street 6:45 to 9 p.m. June 20-24. Classes for all ages. Dinner provided. Commencement will be 6 p.m. June 26. Info: 922-5501.

Vacation Bible School June 20-24 for all ages 6:45 - 9 pm Dinner will be provided

Son Light Baptist Church off Rifle Range Rd. Commencement Sunday, June 26 • 6 pm For info call 922-5501

Vacation Bible Xtreme: June 26-30 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Ages 4 Years - 5th Grade

Kick Off Party Sunday, June 26 5:00 pm Food, Inﬂatables, Games & Fun! Come join the fun! Each evening will be filled with lessons, games, snacks & fun!

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UNION BAPTIST CHURCH Register online at DiscoverUnion.org or nightly at 6 p.m.

Union Baptist Church, 6701 Washington Pike, will have PandaMania VBS 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 26-30, for ages 4 years through 5th grade. The kick-off party will be 5 p.m. Sunday, June 26, with food, inflatables and games. Info or to register: www.DiscoverUnion.org.

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VBS 2011

June 20-24 9am-12pm

for all children 4 years - 5th grade Register today for Vacation Bible School by calling 922-3490 or by visiting the registration table in the Main Foyer before or after Sunday worship services.

Salem Baptist Church 8201 Hill Road • 865.922.3490 www.salembaptisthalls.org

Vacation Bible School Sunday, June 12 ~ Friday, June 17 6:30pm - 9:15pm K Kick-Off Wednesday, June 8 Dinner served at 6:00pm, re registration starts at 6:30pm

UNION BAPTIST CHURCH of HALLS 8244 Old Maynardville Highway • 865-922-7714 www.unionbaptisthalls.org

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Community members provide glimpse into career fields Community members from a wide variety of businesses and career paths were on hand at Whittle Springs Middle School earlier this month for Career Day. Students in the 7th grade were able to visit the various stations at the fair and were required to ask questions and log their answers. Each community member handed out information and had items on display to engage students and inform them of classes required for the field. The event is one of the college and career readiness initiatives offered at Whittle Springs as a Project GRAD school.

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Whittle Springs Middle School student Andrew Sweet chats with Bill Evans from Channel 6 during Career Day at the school. Photos submitted

Copper Ridge students receive top honor Copper Ridge Elementary School principal Terry Frost presented 5th grade students Garrett Hensley, Emilee Brown and Jacob Mullins the Principal’s Award during awards day. Assistant principal Sydney Upton was on hand to congratulate the three outstanding students. The Principal’s Award is given to the most outstanding 5th grade boy and girl who demonstrate top academics, athletics, character and service. “This year was difficult to select the most outstanding,” said Frost. The outstanding boy this year landed in a tie, so two awards were given. Photo by Ruth White

Barc Johnson received the American History Award from Woodmen of the World member Sam Hardman and principal Wendy Newton at the annual awards ceremony at Fountain City Elementary.

Whitney Jones and Charles Dupree were awarded the Pepcat Award at Fountain City Elementary School by principal Wendy Newton. The award is voted on by staff members and given to the most outstanding fifth grade boy and girl.

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Students Austin Walden and Bryson Bunch talk with Joe Jarret and Mike Nolan during Career Day at Whittle Springs Middle School. Jarret and Nolan were on hand to answer questions regarding a career in law.

The last day of school is one to celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of students and to say farewell to those moving on to higher education. Fountain City Elementary School celebrated their 5th grade students with a special ceremony on Monday night and honored grades K through 4 with an awards day on Tuesday. Following the awards, four teachers were honored for more than 125 combined years of teaching service and touching more than

Halls Elementary student Sarah Gangloff participates in a sediment survival demonstration during the Water Festival.

4,200 students who passed through the school doors. Retiring from Fountain City this year are physical education teacher Debbie Enloe, who has taught for 30 years; 4th grade teacher Alice Moores, with 26 years of teaching; 2nd grade teacher Nancy Sexton, with 30 years of teaching; and 1st grade teacher Glenda Rogers, with 39 1/2 years of service. The four will be remembered with a beautiful plaque on the Fountain City Elementary memorial time capsule.

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Halls Elementary School hosted a water festival that introduced students to water resource concepts, including what can be done to help protect our local creeks and rivers, through hands-on activities. Activities ranged from Earth Parfaits, where students built an edible model of an aquifer, to Sediment Survival, where they learned the impact of sediment on aquatic life. Some activities were just for fun, including a water balloon race organized by HPUD, and other activities were designed so that the students actually learned about what lives in Beaver Creek. The Beaver Creek Task Force spearheaded and organized the event, in large part to expand its partnerships as it continues to do education and restoration work throughout the watershed. The event truly was a partnership with many stepping up to help make it happen, with contributions as well as providing volunteers to run the activities for the day. Organizations that helped make the day a successful learning experience include: TVA Knoxville Credit Union (also provided six volunteers), HPUD, Cannon & Cannon Inc., Third Rock Consultants, Robin Easter Design and the Halls Business & Professional Association.

Reading tops list of summer fun By Sara Barrett With all of the Wiis and Xboxes in the world, it may surprise some to know that kids still get a kick out of turning the page of a book. Bounce houses, jugglers, balloons and pizza make it even better. At the Children’s Festival of Reading, held at the World’s Fair Site on May 21, children got to meet their favorite authors, see their favorite storybook characters in person and listen to musicians and storytellers. There were also vendors for grown-ups, including nonprofit animal rescue organizations, a book sale by Friends of the Library and all the Italian ice you could want. The event was the kick off to Knox County Public Library’s summer reading program, which allows readers of all ages to receive a prize after reading a certain number of books. Everyone who reaches their reading goal will be entered to win one of four Nook eReaders. Registration is available online or at your local branch library.

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Hibbett preserves Gibbs sports history By Ruth White Andy Hibbett has played a big part in the athletic history at Gibbs High School through the football and baseball programs. For his senior project, he decided to help the school preserve and display the history for everyone to enjoy. Hibbett began the planning process in January and then spent months making it come to life. With the help of administrators, Hibbett collected trophies from 1981 to present date and cleaned, cataloged and put them in order by year and sport.

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The Gibbs High soccer team celebrates its district championship win. Photo submitted

Gibbs soccer wins district title By Ruth White The Gibbs High soccer team defeated Berean Christian 4-1 to win the district championship. The Eagles scored first on a header by Evan Parker. Berean answered on a score by Timmy Carter. Gibbs scored two more times in the first half with

goals by Andrea Leyva and Mathew Worley. In the second half Gibbs scored on a penalty kick by Mathew Worley to win the district championship. With that championship win, Gibbs hosted Alcoa in the Region semifinals. The game was fiercely fought and Alcoa led from the first half when

they scored off a slow rolling corner kick. Ivan Erickson tied the game in the second half on a cross from Mathew Worley and ended a 1-1 tie at the end of regulation. The game remained tied through both overtime periods and both golden goal periods leaving a penalty kick shootout to determine the winner.

Cody Blanc places third in state decathlon By Betty Bean Football star Cody Blanc’s performance in this spring’s regional and state track meets has put the Central High School rising senior on the college recruiting map.

SPORTS NOTES ■ Skills Development Basketball Clinic II, boys and girls ages 6-12. Info: 242-3354.

MEETINGS ■ K-Town Sound Show Chorus, a new Knoxville Sweet Adelines Chapter, will have guest night 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, at Fountain City Presbyterian Church, 500 Hotel Ave. There will be food, drink, singing and friendship. Info: JoAnn, 483-8790 or visit www.ktownsound.org. ■ Knoxville Writers’ Guild will meet 7 p.m. Thursday, June 2, at the Laurel Theater. Awardwinning producer Mike Stanley will be the guest speaker. Everyone is invited. A $2 donation will be requested at the door. Info: Jeff, 330-3606.

Central Bobcats “After he won the regional decathlon, several schools came to see him,” said track coach Jeff McMillan. “Tennessee, Virginia Tech, Notre Dame, the Naval Academy – and he’s got the grades to get in to any of them.” Cody placed third in the state decathlon last week, but McMillan says that isn’t what makes his accomplishment so remarkable – improvement is. “The decathlon is 10 events, and you get points based on performance. Cody improved in nine of those events from the regional to the state. He set personal records in every event except discus. He went down there with the attitude that he was going to improve in every event and he followed his plan to a T.” During the season, McMillan said he tried to put Cody in decathlon events to help him prepare, but sometimes he “had to run him in relays just to give the other kids a chance to be successful. “There were 11 regional champions, and there were 10 kids ahead of him going into the finals. I told the other coaches he was

Kaleb Lee made a nice save on Alcoa’s third penalty kick and Alcoa also missed a penalty kick wide. Gibbs’ first three penalty kick shooters, Mathew Worley, Joseph Joiner and Blaine Worley, found the back of the net and Evan Parker made his penalty kick to win the game.

Gibbs High senior Andy Hibbett in front of his senior project, which involved organizing and cataloging all of the school’s athletic awards. Photo by Ruth White “While working on the project, my eyes were opened to the great tradition Gibbs has in sports,” he said. It is this great tradition of district, region and state championships that he wanted everyone who passed through the doors to the gym to see and to remember. The project was completed during the last week of school with the help of his father, Johnny Hibbett and his grandfather Bob Zachary. “They helped me lay out the carpet because I had never done it before.” Hibbett refurbished and organized both display cabinets in the entrance of the gym and hung championship plaques along the top. As people enter for games, they will be able to easily find the year of the championship and remember the good old days.

Coach Jeff McMillan and Central High School senior Cody Blanc. Photo by B. Bean

going to score 700 – 800 more points at state than he did in the regional, and he went up 702 points. He broke the school record in the triple jump while he was down there. The more I read (the results), the more amazed I am at what he did.” In football, Cody plays safety, outside linebacker, running back and even a little quarterback. “He’s just a physical specimen,” McMillan said. “And he’s a great kid. He doesn’t want to call attention to himself and kept taking his medal off after the meet. I kept making him put it back on for pictures. “ Cody’s hoping McMillan, who has taken a teaching job at Fulton, will still be his track coach next year. “Coach Mac, Coach (Rick) Grim and Coach (L.A.) Headrick, they know when to be serious and when to be funny – when to be coaches

through Thursday, June 13-16 for grades 3-8. Info: Coach Courtney, 310-9615 or coach Stooksbury, 719-1357. ■ Larry Simcox Diamond Baseball Skills Camp, grades 6-9, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, June 15-16. Info: 567-9082 or www.diamondbaseballtn. com.

■ Knoxville Track Club’s Youth Athletics program, Tuesday, May 31, through Saturday, June 25, includes 50-meter dash, discus throw and high jump. Girls and boys ages 5-18. Practice is held 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Includes four Saturday track meets on the UT campus. Cost is $39. Info: 406-4128 or visit www. ktcyouthathletics.org.

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■ Hardin Valley Academy Cheerleading Camp, 5-8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, June 20-22, in the school gym. Cost is $50. Bring a sibling for $5 off. Info: email mindy.rector@ knoxschools.org.

and when to ease up the pressure. They’re real good about that.” Cody is close to his parents, Lisa and Eddie Blanc, and older sister, Morgan Blanc. “My dad used to coach me. If he notices something, he’ll come down to the field and tell me. My mom, she’s just there screaming. Oh, yeah, I can hear her,” he said. He’s hoping that he’ll get to stay close to home to play college football. “If I get my wish, I’d go to Tennessee. I don’t want to leave everybody behind. But wherever I can play, that’s where I’ll go.” McMillan thinks Cody will have lots of choices. “I thank God every day for giving me the opportunity to work with kids, and it’s a special opportunity to work with Cody. He’s an exceptional kid and an exceptional athlete.”

■ Baseball tournament , Friday through Sunday, June 3-5, Halls Community Park. Tee ball-14U, open to all. Info: 992-5504 or email hcpsports@msn.com. ■ Summer golf camp at Beverly Park Golf Course, ages 6-8, 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday and Thursday, June 8-9, $75; ages 9-14, 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday through Friday, June 15-17, $100. Info: 689-6445. ■ Baseball tournament , Friday through Sunday, June 10-12, Halls Community Park. Tee ball-14U, 9925504 or email hcpsports. msn.com. ■ Hope Resource Center Golf Tournament, Friday, June 17, Avalon Landmark Golf Club. Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. before 8 a.m. shotgun start. Info: 525-4673, ext. 109.

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Twisters opens second store By Sandra Clark

wisters Shakes and Sundaes, a Gibbs area family-favorite since 2007, has opened a second location. The Diner at Twisters is located at the intersection of Norris Freeway and Miller Road, just three miles past the Halls Walmart. Owners Dixie and Don Miller are planning a third diner, opening in July at the former Jerry Tipton office on Washington Pike. Twisters derives its name from the swirling of chocolate and vanilla soft-serve ice cream on a

cone. The Millers brought the plan with them when they relocated here from Pennsylvania to be near family. Currently, their daughter, Josie, works with them at the Gibbs store and their son, Kenny, is also involved in the day-to-day operations. Josie is married to Joe Rutter, manager of the Ace Hardware store in Halls. Dixie’s mother, Hazel, now lives here and accompanies Dixie to store visits. Twisters is truly a family business. When they leased the store on Norris Freeway,

Laverne Goin, Dixie Miller and Linda Bond at The Diner at Twisters, Norris Freeway three miles past Walmart. Photo by S. Clark

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changes were made to make it a family-oriented environment. Twister’s market is families who want good food and ice cream treats. But with all the changes, a couple of constants remain. Laverne Goin, who has worked at the location for 13 years, and her breakfast gravy are here to stay. “The breakfast crowd is great at the Norris Freeway location,” said Dixie.

The food is great and the prices are better. Breakfast served with hash browns and toast or biscuit is $2.40 for one egg with bacon, sausage or ham; $3.80 for two eggs with meat choice. Get a biscuit and gravy for $1.50 or two for $1.85. Other breakfast sandwiches are egg biscuit, ham biscuit, ham and egg biscuit, BLT and egg biscuit, and sausage or bacon biscuit. Pancakes are served with bacon,

Rural/Metro grows despite tough economy By Sandra Clark With the upcoming addition of Heiskell, the Rural/ Metro Fire Department will operate 15 stations in Knox County with 39 trucks and vehicles. Providing fire protection to the area outside of the Knoxville city limits is big business. Although the board of directors of the Heiskell Volunteer Fire Department has voted to transfer assets to Rural/Metro, the details must be worked out by a panel, according to Jerry Harnish, Rural/Metro’s fire chief since 2007. No date is set, but “sooner is better than later,” he said. Rural/Metro will retain Heiskell’s fire station on Central Avenue Pike at Raccoon Valley Road and will add its 16 square miles of service area, making Rural/ Metro’s service area 289 square miles. The company maintains reciprocal agreements with the Knoxville Fire Department, the Karns Volunteer Fire Department and a volunteer unit in Seymour.

Fire Chief Jerry Harnish has worked for Rural/Metro since 1980. He also is district coordinator for fire and rescue units under the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA), responsible for 16 counties. Photos by S. Clark “We provide a full range of service, but we would not expect to (fight a huge fire) alone,” said Harnish. Rural/Metro’s bright green fire trucks serve as First Responder within its service area, and Harnish says that is not a problem for his staff or vehicles. Previously, the fire trucks sat too much, he said, and the benefits of “using the vehi-

cles we already have” offset the increased cost of fuel and added mileage. The company keeps a fire truck in service for 20 years, with continuous maintenance at the new consolidated headquarters in Westbridge Business Park. The former factory was renovated for Rural/Metro’s use and includes service bays for dozens of ambulances and fire trucks. Harnish oversees almost 200 firefighters, 98 full time and another 90 reservists who are on call when not in school or at work. All must complete 240 hours of initial training and be certified by the Tennessee Commission on Fire Fighting Personnel Standards and Education. All stations are staffed 24/7. Twelve of the stations have both an emergency medical technician (EMT) and a paramedic on duty, while two more have two EMTs. The paramedics can provide drugs to patients en route to the hospital. Harnish has not laid off employees, but he concedes

sausage or ham. Nothing on the breakfast menu costs more than $5. Dinners, served with two sides, include meat loaf, hot roast beef, pulled pork platter or country fried steak. Sandwiches for lunch or dinner include hamburgers with various toppings, homemade barbecue pork, hot dogs, corn dogs, grilled cheese, club sandwich and fried bologna. Steamed sandwiches are ham and swiss, roast beef and cheddar, and turkey and swiss. Appetizers include chicken tenders, cheese sticks and fried pickles. There’s plenty of seating and convenient parking at the Norris Freeway store. Carryout is available. Hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. on Sundays. Info: 922-1575. The Gibbs store, at 7237 Tazewell Pike, is open from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. every day. This store offers a variety of ice cream treats including sundaes, banana splits and milk shakes. Its specialty is homemade daily specials and specialty sundaes. Info: 686-4633.

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that labor is the largest component driving expenses. “When the recession hit, our costs like workers’ compensation and unemployment insurance premiums skyrocketed,” he said. “Even though we’ve not laid off anyone, the recession means fewer employers paying for more claims.” Rural/Metro serves much of the Shopper-News reader base, including Halls, Farragut, Gibbs, Corryton, Hardin Valley and Powell. The Karns Fire Department operates four stations and recently went to subscription service, while Bearden and

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Coloring outside the lines At Community School for the Arts, it’s all about empowerment By Wendy Smith Isaac Mobley’s first artistic endeavor at the Community School for the Arts, located in First Presyterian Church on State Street, was coloring. He wasn’t very good at it. “Coloring inside the lines was still a tad bit shaky,” he admits. He loved it anyway. Ten years later, he’s graduating from the school, as he is from West High School. Since his coloring days, he’s taken trumpet, trombone and piano lessons, and art classes have given him experience in clay sculpting, caricature, glass blowing and printmaking. The Community School for the Arts provides free art, music and dance lessons to kids whose families otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford them. The paid faculty are accomplished artists, like songwriter Sarah Pirkle and Carol Zinavage, who has been principal keyboardist with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra since 1985.

while working with mentor Richard Jolley. The glass phone, along with work by Jolley, will be auctioned off this week at the Side-by-Side auction at Bennett Galleries. The work of 14 students and their mentors will on display beginning Tuesday, May 31, and the reception and auction will be 5-8 p.m. Friday, June 3. “The kids do amazing work,” says the school’s assistant director Jenn Sudaria. “Every year it amazes me.” This is the third year Mobley has worked with Jolley. The first year, he made a glass football. Last year, he made a football helmet. While he loves his artwork, he feels like he’s left a legacy by allowing the pieces to be auctioned off. “It’s like part of my story is in someone’s living room.” His story is a happy one. He was an All-State offensive guard at West and also performed in the school’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” last winter.

Wednesday, June 1 ■ The Market Square Farmers Market will be open for business 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday through Nov. 19. All items are grown or made by the vendor in the East Tennessee region. ■ The Art Market Gallery, 422 South Gay St., will present an exhibit of recent works by watercolorist Nelson Ziegler of Sevierville and wood carver Steve Smith of Mascot Wednesday, June 1, through Sunday, June 26. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Info: 525-5265 or visit www.artmarketgallery.net.

Graduating senior Isaac Mobley, right, looks on as Community School for the Arts instructor Nate Barrett leads Brijah Hill, JaJuan Chaney, Briana Craddock, and Faith Harris in a practice for the school’s awards banquet, which was held last week at First Presbyterian Church. The drummers are members of a performing group called Beat Attack. Photo by Wendy Smith

Thursday, June 2 ■ Sundown in the City will present Grammy winning singer and guitarist Jonny Lang with Nashville-based singer and songwriter Megan McCormick at 6 p.m. June 2. The concert is free on Market Square with festival seating.

■ ‘Pieces of Me,’ a new exhibit of photography by local artist Scott W. Lee, will be presented by The Arts and Culture Alliance and Knox Heritage beginning 5 p.m. Friday, June 3, in the Balcony of the Emporium Center. Lee is an award-winning filmmaker, director and editor who brings his sense of composition and storytelling to his photographs. Exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Info: 523-7543 or visit www.knoxalliance.com.

Saturday, June 4 ■ The Market Square Farmers Market will be open every Saturday through Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All items are grown or made by the vendor in the East Tennessee region.

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This painting of Janis Joplin and many other works by Chuck Jensen will be on featured at Bliss Home throughout the month of June.

Friday, June 3 ■ Bliss Home, 29 Market Square, will highlight the art of Chuck Jensen throughout the month of June, starting with a reception 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 3. Jensen’s vibrant acrylic paintings focus on well-known personalities. For this collection, he focuses on artists from Woodstock. Info: Anne, 673-6711. ■ “Expressions and Impressions,” a new exhibition of paintings by local artists Rickey A. Beene and Maya Simonson, will be presented by The Arts and Culture Alliance beginning 5 p.m. Friday, June 3, in the main gallery of the Emporium Center. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Info: 523-7543 or visit www.knoxalliance.com. ■ Knox Heritage and the Arts and Culture Alliance will present a new exhibit of 12 photographs by local artists as part of Knox Heritage’s fifth annual Art and Architecture Tour 5 p.m. Friday, June 3, on the north side of the Balcony at the Emporium Center. The photographs originally created Knox Heritage’s Photography Contest and tour route of historic sites through the Old City and surrounding area. An opening reception will take place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 4. Exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Info: 523-7543 or visit www. knoxalliance.com. ■ The Knoxville 24 Hour Film Festival will return to the Bijou, kicking off at 6 p.m. Friday, June 3. The films shown were written, shot and edited in a 24-hour period the previous weekend. Up to 30 teams of filmmakers will show their films, and prizes will be awarded. There will also be a surprise musical performance. Info: www.knoxvillefilms.com.

■ The Historic Tennessee Theatre will host a screening of the Clarence Brown directed silent film “A Woman of Affairs” at 3 p.m. June 5. Return to the silent movie golden era of the 1920s with star Greta Garbo accompanied by Ron Carter on the theatre’s Wurlitzer organ. Cost is $8 for adults, $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 60 and over. Doors open at 2 p.m. Info or for tickets: 684-1200 or www. tennesseetheatre.com.

Apparently, a football player the size As talented as the teachers are, the of Mobley doesn’t get teased, even if school isn’t in the business of produche dabbles in theater. ing professional artists. He will begin an Upward Bound “The Community School for the precollege program at UT in July. He’s Arts is about empowerment, and arts excited about the early start, which are the vehicle,” says Executive Diwill give him extra practice time with rector Jennifer Willard. the Vols. He’d like to One way the school play defensive tackle empowers students while he studies enis to pair them with Bennett Galleries, gineering. professional artists 5308 Kingston Pike, Outcomes like in their studios. The will host work from the Mobley’s are the goal mentoring program Side-by-Side mentors of the Community is called Side-byand students of the School for the Arts. Side, and it gets the Community School for Enrollment for the students out of their the Arts May 31-June environment and alschool is currently 3. A reception and auclows them to have a frozen, however, due different perspective to a funding shortfall tion of the work will be on the world, says that Willard says will 5-8 p.m. June 3. Willard. hit next year. Several private donors have “What the stugiven notice that dents get, most of all, they will have to cut back. is someone willing to spend one-onone time with them.” The school will have to find new sources of funding if new students What Mobley has gotten out of the are to have a chance at a happy story Side-by-Side program is a cellphone like Mobley’s. – created out of blown glass, that is –

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLES NEWS FROM FORT SANDERS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Fort Sanders nurses honored for excellent care Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center recently recognized 33 staff members as recipients of the hospital’s 2011 Clinical Excellence in Nursing Awards. The honors were given out during a special National Nurse Week ceremony. The awards signify the exceptional care and compassion each honored individual regularly gives to his or her patients. The Fort Sanders Nursing Excellence Awards are especially meaningful because the employees are nominated by those who provide care beside them, their nursing co-workers. The ﬁnal winners are then selected by a panel of hospital leaders that includes past honorees. The Registered Nurse winners of this year’s Clinical Excellence Awards are: Dina Moore, 2 North; Carlis Muncy, 3 North; Salena Garner, 3 West Dialysis; Tashauna Graves, 5 North; Pam Wayman, 5 West; Denise Price, 6 North; Dina Miller, 7 North; Anne Boring, 8 North; Misti Hurst, 9 North; Danny Jones, Ambulatory Infusion Center; Misty Davis, Cardiovascular; Mandy Huffaker, Case Management; Elaine Steele, Cath Lab; Jim Mead, Critical Care; Pam Stelzmen, Emergency; Carol Horne, Float Pool; Lori Seal, Labor and Delivery; Elizabeth Hawes, Nursery; Jane Jenkins, Out Patient Day Surgery; Teresa Arms, Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center 4 East; Julie Thornburg, Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center 4 West; Meredith Johnson, Post Anesthesia Care; and Rementna Mona Dockery, Surgery. Hospital-wide winners receiving Excellence Awards are: Zac Caldwell, HUC; Jill Moore, Department Assistant; Sara Adams,

2011 Fort Sanders Regional Clinical Nursing Excellence Winners Surgery Technologist; Charlotte Pointer, Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center Technologist; Sallie Bush, Obstetrics Technologist; Rick Smith, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist; Bobbi Dake, CAN;

and Armentha Eskridge, LPN. In addition to the Clinical Excellence Awards, the Fort Sanders nursing staff selected Labor and Delivery nurse Tina Shackelford to receive the 2011 Peggy May-

er Gilbertson Outstanding Nurse of the Year Award. Fort Sanders Regional physicians honored Cardiovascular Step-down Unit nurse Wendy Pittman with the Elizabeth Killeffer Award. Congratulations!

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Nurses earn Fort Sanders Hospital’s highest honors Peggy Mayer Gilbertson Fellowship Fort Sanders Regional Labor and Delivery nurse Tina Shackelford has been awarded the 2011 Peggy Mayer Gilbertson award, which provides funds for continuing education. It has been given since 1989 in memory of the wife of Dr. Bob Gilbertson, a former chief of staff at the hospital. Candidates for the award, who must have their nursing certifications and have five years of experience at Fort Sanders Regional, are nominated by their fellow nursing peers. The Gilbertson Award winner is chosen by vote of the hospital’s nursing leadership staff. Shackelford is a registered nurse in the Women’s Services’ Labor and Delivery Unit and a night side shift leader. She has been a nurse at Fort Sanders since 1996. Co-worker and Clinical Practice Specialist RN Cathy Fry says Shackelford is definitely an asset to the Women’s Services’ team. “Tina is an excellent leader. She always stays on top of the duties in her unit and helps in a positive, upbeat way.” Fry says Shackelford has earned the respect of her fellow nurses and patients. “She has excellent skills, and it shows. She’s especially great with patients in labor. Tina has a very soothing voice and

Elizabeth Killeffer Award The Fort Sanders Regional Medical Staff physicians have named Cardiovascular Stepdown nurse Wendy Pittman as the 2011 recipient of the Elizabeth Killeffer Award. Elizabeth Killeffer was the director of nursing from 1922 to 1960 at what was then called Fort Sanders Hospital. Since 1992, the Killeffer Award has been given to an outstanding employee who is nominated by peers and chosen by vote of the hospital physicians. Pittman, this year’s recipient, has been a nurse at Fort Sanders Regional since 1990. During that time she has served in the Critical Care, Dialysis and Cardiac units. Currently she works with cardiac patients who are recovering form recent open heart surgery. Pittman also teaches heart failure patients about the diet and lifestyle changes they will need to make to have a healthier heart. “Wendy is marvelous with patients,” says Jennifer Debow, Fort Sanders Director of Cardiovascular Services and Critical Care. “She is so caring, compassionate and kind, Tina Schackelford, RN not just to patients, but to everyone she Peggy Mayer Gilbertson Award Winner comes in contact with. Her strong faith really shows through in everything she does.” puts our patients at ease during stressful Debow says Pittman’s nursing knowledge times.” and expertise has earned the respect of the Shackelford is well-deserving of the Gil- hospital’s physicians and staff. Debow says bertson Award. “Quite simply: she’s just a she’s a perfect ﬁt for the prestigious Killeffer Award. “Wendy truly deserves it. In fact, great nurse,” smiles Fry.

Wendy Pittman, RN Elizabeth Killeffer Award Winner I can’t think of anyone who deserves this honor more.” Both Pittman and Shackelford received framed plaques of their awards, and their names were added to the permanent display of nursing awards located at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.

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It’s hot outside, stay cool inside When it’s just too hot outside to enjoy your favorite activities, step inside the doors of the Halls Senior Center where it’s nice and cool and buzzing with activity.

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Every weekday senior centers in Knox County offer a wide variety of activities that are perfect for card sharks, expert line dancers or for those just beginning to learn a new hobby or skill. Exercising is always more fun when done with a friend or two. The Halls Senior Center offers Tai Chi on Mondays at 10 a.m., SAIL exercise on Monday and Wednesday at 1 p.m., Yoga on Wednesday at 2:15 p.m. and Pilates on Friday at 9:30 a.m. For the card lovers, the center hosts many different card games each day. If you’re a fan of Pinochle, Hand & Foot, Bridge or Rook, come by the senior

center on Monday and Wednesday and you can find rooms fi lled with serious and not-so-serious card players. Canasta players gather at the center on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Other great activities include Wii bowling on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. and Mexican Train dominoes on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Mah Jongg is a new game at the center and gaining ground in popularity quickly. Learn how to play or just watch the fun on Monday and Thursday at 1 p.m. This month the center will offer Caregiver Training 10 a.m. to noon on Fridays. The Senior Citizens Home Assistance Services HOPE training (Helping Others Provide Exceptional care) will help answer questions and help caregivers receive much-needed relief. Topics covered during the training will include caring for the elderly and disabled, elder law, medication management, nutrition, personal stress reduction, fall prevention and more. To register, contact Jean Dalton, 523-2920.

The Halls Senior Center quilters are raffling off this beautiful handmade quilt titled “Spring.” Photos by Ruth White Looking for a fun, unique game to play when it’s too hot to be outside? Stop by the Halls Senior Center on Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. and learn how to play Pass the Pigs.

By Ruth White The Halls Senior Center quilting group has made many beautiful works of art for the children treated in the intensive care unit at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital and for military troops. The group is raffling off the chance to win one of two quilts and the proceeds will help the group purchase supplies to continue their labor of love for ETCH. Sue

Lee Upton enjoys a friendly game of Rook at the Halls Senior Center. The center hosts Rook games every Monday and Wednesday at 1 p.m. Photos by Ruth White

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Mike Carmichael is affectionately known as “Puzzle Mike” at the senior center in Halls. Carmichael enjoys working puzzles in the lobby area of the center and seeing people have a good time with activities.

For registration info about these and all other AARP driver safety classes, call Barbara Manis, 922-5648. ■ Wednesday and Thursday, June 1-2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oak Ridge Senior Center, 728 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge.

Art in the Garden The local charity Random Acts of Flowers will present the third annual Art in the Garden 7 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Knoxville Botanical Gardens. There will be live art demonstrations from local artists, a silent and live auction, food and live music. Tickets are $50. All proceeds benefit Random Act of Flowers whose volunteers collect flowers from a multitude of events and locations and repurpose them into bouquets for patients in hospitals and nursing homes. Info: 6339082 or visit www.randomactsofflowers.org.

Dottie Klein lays down her cards during bridge at the Halls Senior Center. Bridge is played at the center on Mondays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.

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Simple gifts I guess it’s too much to hope for that single aunts and uncles will read a column for moms. But, if any of you singletons have been caught by surprise, I implore you to keep reading. There’s something you need to know about buying gifts for your nieces and nephews, something you’ll only hear from me. Moms like to joke about noisy or messy gifts, like drum sets or finger paints. But I’ve got to say that I don’t really mind gifts like that. When you’ve got kids, you’re used to a certain noise level, and you’re prepared for messes. I know that one day Daniel will create a mural in permanent marker in my powder blue painted hallway. I accept that. Finger paints are OK because I know to keep them put away until I can keep an eye on him. However, there are a few categories of gifts that you should avoid, or you’ll risk the permanent resentment of the mom in question. She might even retaliate when you start your own brood. St. Bernard puppies, anyone?

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moms101 That, by the way, is the first on the list of bad gifts. Live organisms of any kind are a big no-no in my book, unless they have been cleared in advance with the parents. Now, I don’t mean asking the parents in front of the kid if they’d like a puppy. In fact, why not just wait until you hear the parents (particularly the mom) talking about getting a dog until you offer that particular gift. No matter how innocuous the animal may be, remember that any critter needs care, and the parents will be ultimately responsible for that care. Even a gerbil needs its cage cleaned. Destructive toys are also best avoided. Some kids can make a deadly missile out of a rag doll, but it’s best to stay away from toys meant

for mayhem. My older sister likes to tease me about this stuff. She tweeted me from Toys R Us while shopping for Daniel’s birthday present, saying she’d taken a liking to a toy Thor hammer, complete with light effects and crashing thunder when you bonked something with it. Classic example of a toy destined to smash lamps, picture frames and jars of pickles. For the doublewhammy, it’s a noisy toy, too. Luckily, my sis settled on Woody from “Toy Story” as her gift. Depending on the age of the child, sugary candy and anything motorized could also land you on a parent’s fecal roster. To be fair, Daniel has received so many awesome gifts. They far outweigh the ones that made me grind my teeth. The absolute best so far was a Knoxville Zoo membership. For a year, I got to take him to the zoo whenever he wanted for free. Absolutely, totally cool, and we had a great time. As a bonus, Daniel took long naps on zoo days! Contact Shannon Carey at shannon@ ShopperNewsNow.com.

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Our neighbors at the Blount County Humane SoBy Greg Householder ciety (BCHS) will host the For many seniors, folks fifth annual Smoky Mounlooking towards retirement tain Critter Fest noon to 5 or perhaps already retired, p.m. this coming Sunday all too often they are called at Pearson Springs Park. upon to support an adult What a great excuse to child indefinitely. load the family in the car “Just look at the statis(pets included) and take tics as to how many grandthe peaceful, pretty drive to parents are raising their Maryville. grandchildren,” says Dr. K. Several area rescue Shannon Wilson. “Why? It’s groups will be on hand to because the parents are not introduce their adoptable functioning independently.” Dr. K. Shannon Wilson. Photo by animals. Wilson facilitates a sup- Greg Householder “We want the public to port group at Christ United see what alternatives there Methodist Church in Halls are (to euthanasia)” said for folks who are being asked And they feel compelled to Alida Johnson, adoption cohelp if possible. to support an adult child. Surordinator for BCHS. prisingly, there are enough The class helps seniors There will also be an acpeople at the church in that come to the understanding tivity area for kids which situation to warrant the class that they are not responsi– usually numbering around ble for their adult children’s will include inflatables, crafts and face painting 20 according to Wilson. choices. with lots of informative There are many reasons Wilson and the Rev. booths for parents, gourmet for such “prodigal” behav- Bruce Marston, pastor at dog treats for the pups and ior. Drug and alcohol abuse Christ United Methodist, much more. by the “prodigal” child is have decided to open the If you can’t make it to one reason. Cognitive im- program up to others in the Critterfest, visit the thrift pairment is another. Bad life community. store operated by BCHS, choices are also prevalent as When asked what mesa reason, as is depression. sage she would want sent Some seniors are going to the community, Wilson through their life savings to said that they (senior parsupport their adult children. ents being asked to support Wilson, who attends adult children) should know Christ United Methodist, that “They are not alone,” is a Licensed Clinical Psy- she says. “Lots of people are chologist and Health Ser- dealing with it. The group is vices Provider with Bearden a safe and supportive place Psychological and Wellness to learn about what others Center PLLC in West Knox- are doing and talk about it.” ville. Although the group The program at Christ meets at the church, Wilson United Methodist developed wants to emphasize that it out of a sermon she gave last is not about the church. No fall. Her sermon focused on one is going to ask anyone to how to set boundaries and join or bring their children still feel like a Christian. or anything like that, she Sometimes those boundaries assures. It is not about the may involve treatment for a religious aspect but takes romantic interest, but accord- more of a clinical approach ing to Wilson, overwhelm- she stresses. ingly, they involve older parCost for nonmembers of ents with adult children. Christ United Methodist is It’s just hard to say no. $5 per person per session. Older parents have spent The group meets 6-7 p.m. a great deal of their lives on Wednesdays. For more raising their adult children info, call the church at 922and a parent always views a 1412 or email Wilson at child as just that – a child. kswilsonphd@aol.com.

HALLS SENIOR CENTER Events for the week of May 30: ■ Monday, May 30, Center closed for Memorial Day ■ Wednesday, June 1, 10 a.m.: Bingo; 2:15 p.m.: Yoga ■ Thursday, June 2, 10 a.m.: Quilting; 1 p.m.: Mah Jongg ■ Friday, June 3, 12:30 p.m.: Mexican Train dominoes; 1 p.m.: Western movie, “The Outlaw Josey Wales” ■ Every Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m.: Hand and Foot card game ■ Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1 p.m.: SAIL exercise ■ Every Monday and Thursday, 10 a.m.: Pinochle Info.: 922-0416

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GIBBS – 3.33 acres beautiful country setting, level, 2-story 3BR/2BA home that needs work. 2 storage bldgs & metal carport. $139,900 (757619)

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Dusty will be visiting with folks this coming weekend at Critterfest, hoping to meet his forever family. Photo submitted

Four-month-old male shepherd-mix puppy Caleb is very playful and adores people. He loves to be petted and hopes that no one minds if he nibbles on a shoelace during the interaction. Chewing and other puppy behaviors are something to keep in mind before adopting a young companion. Growing teeth make a puppy want to chew. Puppies and dogs should have appropriate things to chew, toys for playing and a comfy place to sleep. A little planning and preparation can make a pet comfortable in a new home and keep the home free from damage – mostly. Caleb and many other puppies are available for adoption at YoungWilliams Animal Village at 6400 Kingston Pike. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. See photos of all of the center’s adoptable pets at www.knoxpets.org.

Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life of all those God places in our path by building on our experiences of the past, pursuing our vision for the future and creating caring life-long relationships.

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Dr. Dan Ward, professor of ophthalmology at the UT College of Veterinary Medicine, examines search and rescue dog Sarge while the canine’s owner and handler, Heather Wilkerson (a member of both state and federal urban search and rescue teams), watches.

NORTH – 4509 Doris Circle in Halls WEST – 10512 Lexington Drive, Suite 500 HALLS – Great brick 3BR/2BA rancher w/sunroom, replacement windows, level yard w/ 10x12 storage bldg. $124,900 (741636)

GIBBS – Private setting! This 1.58 acres is mostly cleared level to rolling. Shared easement & zoned agricultural. $24,900 (729474)

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B-4 • MAY 30, 2011 • HALLS/FOUNTAIN CITY SHOPPER-NEWS ■ Chronic Pain and Depression support group meets noon to 1:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at First Baptist Church of Powell, Brown house parking lot on Emory Road; and noon to 1:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of every month at Faith Promise Church off Pellissippi Parkway. Info: Paula, 945-3810, or 748-1407.

Open call to all artists

The Fountain City Art Center will be accepting entries in 2D and 3D media for the upcoming sixth annual FCAC Open Show to be held in June. Entry forms are available at the center, online or by email request. All entries must be brought to the center between the hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, June 13, or Tuesday, June 14. Bobbie Cruze will be available at the center during this time to jury entries. An opening reception for the show will be held 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 17. The show will be on display through Friday, July 15. Entry fees are $15 for each entry for FCAC members and $20 for nonmembers. An FCAC members’ show will be held in October for anyone considering membership. Prizes of up to $200 will be awarded, and a total of $1,475 will be given away. Art Center hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. most Saturdays. The center is closed on Sundays and Mondays except for special events, classes or accepting submissions of work. Info: 357-2787, email fcartcenter@knology.net, www.fountaincityartctr.org or visit the center at 213 Hotel Ave.

refreshments. RSVP appreciated. Info: 925-2668.

HEALTH NOTES ■ Super Summer Slim Down 8-week program will be held 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday evenings from June 6 through July 27 at Clinton Physical Therapy Center. Cost is $99 nonmembers and current members require a level I membership. Info: 457-8237. ■ Alzheimer’s caregiver support group meets 6-7 p.m. each third Thursday at Elmcroft Assisted Living and Memory Care in Halls. Light

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■ Alzheimer’s support group meets the 6:30 p.m. each first Thursday at Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 7225 Old Clinton Pike. Info: 938-7245. ■ Cancer survivor support groups, Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings and Tuesday evenings, at the Wellness Community, 2230 Sutherland Ave. Support groups for cancer caregivers, Monday evenings. Cancer family bereavement group is Thursday evenings. Info: 546-4661.

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FOUND: BILLY the Sheltie mix dog. 4 yrs old, neutered, VERY SWEET! Found at Mt Royal s/d in Halls. Call 281-0211, or come to Paws & Claws to meet this healthy, adorable little guy.

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DAV Chapter 24 has FREE RENTAL OF POWER WHEEL CHAIRS available for any area disabled veteran or members of their immediate family. Manually operated wheel chairs also available. Call 690-7690 for information.

6 ACRES 5601 TAZEWELL PIKE BRICK 4BR/3BA bsmnt rancher. 2718 sqft, 9 rms of finished living space. 1-car gar & carport + 2-car detached gar. Good area of NE Knox Co, Gibbs Middle & High Sch. Thompson Realty, 2011 E. Magnolia Ave, Knoxvl. 37917

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■ Fibromyalgia screenings are held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at the Fibromyaligia Clinic located at Total Rehab Physical Therapy. Also support group meetings and several classes are held on the third Wednesday of each month. Cost is free. Info: 548-1086.

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OPEN HOUSE DAILY 2-6 pm DIRECTIONS: I-75N to Emory Rd (Exit 112), (east) on Emory Rd - Go 3 miles; (L) Greenwell - Go 1 mile; (R) Crystal Point into Timberlake S/D; (R) Heron; (L) Harbor Cove; (R) Reﬂection Bay; (R) Shoregate Lane to model house on right.

■ Grief support groups at Fort Sanders Sevier Hospital 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month; 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at the Covenant Home Care Knoxville office; and 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Covenant Home Care Oak Ridge office. Registration is required. Info or to register: 541-4500. ■ JumpStart Health & Fitness is a noncompetitive exercise program, located at 2704 Mineral Springs Road. Info: 687-4537. ■ Lung cancer support group meets 6 p.m. the third Monday every month at Baptist West Cancer Center, 10820 Parkside Drive. No charge, light refreshments served. Info: Trish or Amanda, 218-7081. ■ Overeaters Anonymous meets 10 a.m. every Friday at the Halls Senior Center on Crippen Road. Info: Carol, 922-1516.

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■ Stop Smoking: 215-QUIT (7848) is a program of the Knox County Health Department. The hotline is answered 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. ■ Support group meeting for family members or caregivers of an adult with a mental illness is 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Cherokee Health Systems, 2018 Western Ave. Info: Rebecca Gill, 602-7807 or www. namiknox.org. ■ UT Hospice conducts ongoing orientation sessions for adults (18 and older) interested in becoming volunteers with its program. No medical experience is required. Training is provided. Info: 544-6277 or 544-6279. ■ UT Hospice Adult Grief Support, for any adult who is suffering loss, meets 6 to 7:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of every month in the UT Hospice office, 2270 Sutherland Ave. A light supper is served. Info or to reserve a spot: 544-6277. ■ Weight Watchers meets 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. each Tuesday at Cross Roads Presbyterian Church. Info: Mabel Holsenback, 922-2206 or 1-800-476-2340. ■ YWCA Club W, 420 W. Clinch Ave., offers a hula hooping class 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays, a belly dancing class 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Fridays, and a Zumba class noon to 1 p.m. Mondays and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays. Info: 523-6126 or visit www.ywcaknox.com.

DONATE BLOOD, SAVE LIVES Medic is offering “freebies” this summer. All donors will receive a coupon for a free chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A and a free Tennessee Smokies T-shirt. There is also a weekly drawing for a pair of flex tickets good for any Smokies home game. Donors can give at either Medic location, 1601 Ailor Ave. or 11000 Kingston Pike in Farragut, or at any of the community sites listed below: Blood drives North: ■ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, May 30, Texas Roadhouse east, Bloodmobile. ■ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, Vaughn Pharmacy, 2141 Emory Road, Bloodmobile. ■ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian, 7225 Old Clinton Pike, inside the fellowship hall. ■ 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 4, Cash Saver, 524 Andrew Johnson Highway, Bloodmobile. ■ 2-8 p.m. Monday, June 6, Powell United Methodist Church, 323 West Emory Road, inside worship center. ■ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, June 10, National Fit-

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ness Center on Tazewell Pike, inside basketball court. ■ Noon to 7 p.m. Friday, June 10, Walgreens in Halls, Bloodmobile. Blood drives West: ■ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, May 30, Chick-fil-A at Kingston Overlook, Bloodmobile. ■ Noon to 8 p.m. Monday, May 30, Menchie’s, 11162 Parkside Drive, Bloodmobile. Donors receive a 50 percent discount on frozen yogurt. ■ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, May 30, West Town Mall, inside amphitheater near J.C. Penney. ■ 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, UT Institute of Agriculture, 2621 Morgan Circle Drive, inside Hollingsworth auditorium. ■ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, Walgreens, 11927 Kingston Pike, Bloodmobile. ■ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, Walmart at Walker Springs, Bloodmobile. ■ 2-5 p.m. Thursday, June 9, Cherokee Mills, 2200 Sutherland Ave., Bloodmobile. ■ Noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 9, Knox County library, Cedar Bluff branch, 9045 Cross Park Drive, inside community room.

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2 adjacent burial crypts at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Powell -- $2000 ea/b.o. 1 burial plot at Highland Mem. Cemetery -- $2500/b.o. Call 531-5197.

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All Spaces Are Currently Occupied.. 5 units, each unit w/ separate lease. Includes Restaurant, Food Center, Dental Office, U.S. Post Office & Hardwood Flooring Dist. $500,000. Will pay for itself in 10 yrs! Howard Henegar, Broker, 865-548-9379.

Investment Prop-Sale 61 10 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING available. Creative financing available. Trades welcome. Call for details. 865-712-8833.

MUST SELL. 20 Acres with house, city water, great loc. Powell/ Knoxville. $175,000. Motivated seller. 865-388-9656

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MULTI-USE RENTAL FACILITY avail. at 2600 Holbrook Dr in Ftn City. 2 blocks from Ftn City Lake. Ideal for family reunions, birthday parties, clubs, etc. Plenty of adjoining parking. 524-4840, 803-2159.

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LAND FOR SALE Knox Co: 10.13 acres. Septic preapproved. Spring across property. City water at street. $83,000 obo. 992-2444.

WEST, convenient to everything. 3 br, 3 ba, bonus rm, 2 car gar., $1300 mo + dep. Lease req'd. 865-405-5908. ***Web ID# 780612***

2 BR, 1 1/2 BA townhouse near West Town, new carpet, W/D conn, $565/mo. 865-584-2622

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FTN CITY 2 BR, 2 BA, DR/den, office, CHA, hdwd floors, W&D conn, 1 acre, secluded, $850/mo. + dep. Incl. yard work. 865-742-8662 HALLS COMMUNITY Murphy Hills, 3BR, 1 1/2 BA, den, hrdwd. flrs., CH&A, W/D hookup, $750 + dep. Call 865-254-0390. LAKEFRONT Luxury townhome, Watts Bar ^ Lake in historic Loudon. New 3 BR, 3 1/2 BA, hdwd flrs, granite counters, dock, maint. free. $1300 mo., may apply all rent to purchase option @ $279,900 865-924-0791 ***Web ID# 792765***

MERCY HOSPITAL 1 BR apts. Some with (St. Marys), 2BR, W&D. Starting $395 mo. 1BA, appls., CH&A, fenced yard, $675 + 2 BR townhome, W&D dep. & lse. 865-966-8597 conn., DW, starting at $575 mo. NE, Emory Rd., 3BR, 1BA, CH&A, carport, KCDC OK fenced yard, Section 8 $700 + dep. ^ 865-247-0027 accepted. Call 865-966-8597. WEST. APT. 2 BR POWELL 2 BR, 2 BA, Manf’d Homes - Rent 1 1/2 BA, W/D conn., lg. fam. rm, gar., Cent H/A, $585 mo. storage, screened No pets back porch, $650 + 865-690-5418; 414-0054 dep. 865-414-1875

2 LAKE LOTS in River Ridge Estates off Loyston Sea on Norris Lake $25,000/both. Also 10.76 acres ^ 3 OFFICES w/lake view in Sharp's Chapel (1 mi FTN CITY, newly renovated. Exec offrom Norris Lake) fice/studio/prof svcs. 1 $75,000. Call 922-4001 unit 450 sqft $450/mo. or 548-1555 86 2 units 320 sqft/ea 5437 N. Homes 40 Homes 40 Ft. Loudon Lakehouse $325/mo. Bwy. 865-719-6022 sleeps 8-10, 4BR/4BA, Lindal Cedar ext, boathse w/pwr lift & jetski ramp, OFFICE SPACE 1500, rent reasonable, 3-5 6A close-in to Pell. Pkwy STRAWPLAINS minutes downtown $549,000. Catherine Beautiful executive courthouse. 865-771-3099 Apts - Furnished 72 Traver, Coldwell Banker Villa, 2 BR, 2 1/2 BA Wallace & Wallace SINGLE plus bonus room, OFFICES, DELUXE 1 BR with (2 mi. from Gibbs H.S.) 865-256-3779 $350/mo. In Halls. Call office on lake, fully 2 car garage, fenced backyard, $925 mo. Steve at 679-3903. furn. w/util, cable, Call 770-639-9754. & WIFI near UT/ with dock. $259,000. downtown. No pets/ ***Web ID# 792414*** Call 865-335-8771 Comm. Prop. - Rent 66 no smoking $750/mo WEST. Hardin Val. 2 ***Web ID# 788244*** 865-573-1507, 389-4717 pretty homes, 1905 KNOXVILLE DISABLED ***Web ID# 796075*** Marty Cir. $1100. AM. VETS Chapter 24 Knoll Tree Dr. Cemetery Lots 49 Chapter home building WALBROOK STUDIOS 1901 $1125. 865-622-9705 is available for rent. 25 1-3 60 7 2 PLOTS Lynnhurst Newly renovated in$130 weekly. Discount WEST, OFF George Cem Section B3, Lot side! Ideal for birthday avail. Util, TV, Ph, Williams, 3 br, 2 1/2 ^ Completely remodeled. 2-sty, 2 AC, det 30’x40’ parties, reunions, 911, spaces 4 & 5 Stv, Refrig, Basic MOBILE ba, living rm w/frpl, 2BR/1BA near Rachel Mourngroup mtgs, etc. Free Cable. No Lse. HOME. Lg covered screened in porch. gar. 4BR/3BA, 3 FPs, showplace kit, Master on ing statue. Valued parking right outside front porch, carAppl furn, great Main! Owner spent over $400,000! Drastically the door! Call 524at $2995/ea, selling port, back deck on no pets. for $2000/ea obo. Call 4840 or 803-2159 to Duplexes 73 schools, private lot. No pets. $995/mo + sec dep. reduced to $295,000! A must see home! 966-2527 or 567-3728. check out this facility! Good refs req'd. Call 865-250-9262 or $450/mo + $450 dd. 865-207-8186 2 BR, 1 BA renovated, Slyman Real Estate 862-6161 or call 603-3645 or 922-2280 North & Halls. ***Web ID# 788650*** Homes 40 Homes 40 Starting at $600. Patricia Grissom 237-4749 2BR mobile home. 2 865-414-1848 2 children. No Condo Rentals 76 adults/ pets. $400-$600/mo. 992-2444. Houses - Unfurnished 74 2 BR on priv golf course in W. Knox 1BR CHALET, wood Farragut, TN - $1,050/ Trucking Opportunities 106 quiet Halls neighmo - outdoor patio, Own a piece of history! The historic 101-year-old borhood. $500/mo + overlooks Fox Den CDL CLASS-A truck dep. 865-405-9191 golf course hole #11 Dempster/Francis home is a totally restored Neo-Classical driver w/clean MVR. fairway & green, hdwd house & one of the main focal points of Fountain City. Many 2 Executive Rentals, PT/FT. 865-992-1849 flrs, weekly trash all brick, 5 BR, 5 BA, pick up; less than 1 mi btwn 9am & 3pm M-F. wonderful features! Beautiful hdwd. floors, beautiful new kit. great rm, cathedral from Turkey Creek. Driver & master bath, 2 massive stone FPs, original French doors, ceilings, master & 865-441-6550 guest BR on main, 2 Average Weekly $1,000 ***Web ID# 793838*** 5BR, music rm. formal DR, formal parlor, full unfinished bonus rms, office, Think RED Flatbed! lrg kit. w/granite Brockton Place Condos, bsmt. w/outside entrance, large entry/hall and large open No NYC or Canada. countertops & S/S 2 BR, 2 BA w/vaulted Home Weekly rooms – perfect for entertaining. New 4-car gar. built from appls., formal DR, 1 ceil. all appl. furn., $25 Tarp Pay Year Lease. No pets. W&D conn., all new original gar., perfect for big boy/girl toys. Sits on a beautiful $25 Extra Stop Pay All Farragut schools. flooring, 1 car gar. patio 1.5 acre lot w/mature trees at the Dogwood Trail entrance. $3500 mo. 865-300-3300 w/privacy fence, Very 39 - 40 cpm Starting Pay ***Web ID# 792918*** clean. No Pets. $725. 865CDL-A, 1 Yr. T/T Exp. The lot reaches from historic Gibbs Dr. to the shopping area 947-1637 or 679-8238 Within Last 3 Yrs. Req. to the north. Gibbs Drive at Broadway, 888.461.3580 LG 2BR/1.5BA TOWNCall Steve Hill today! across from Kroger. $559,900 MLS# HOUSE, 1200 sqft in AVERITTcareers.com Equal Opportunity Office 862-6161, Cell 455-6161 746839, www.2805GibbsDrive.com Halls/Murphy Hills Employer area. Info: 207-1346

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HONDA FIT Sport HAROLD'S GUTTER 2009, loaded, 5 spd. SERVICE. Will clean auto, 40+ MPG ^ front & back $20 & up. Hwy, 4500 mi., OPENING FOR F/T INQuality work, guaranwhite jewel, below HOME CHILD-CARE teed. Call 288-0556. blue book, $18,000. 0-5 yrs old. 10 yrs exp Call 865-966-6488. in child care, also 1st aid & CPR cert'd. Handyman 335 HONDA ODYSSEY Meals & snacks in2006, 1 owner, looks cluded. We do fun acMAINT. & REPAIR and runs great! tivities & playtime. If HEATING & A/C 100K mi., loaded. you are interested, $16,900. 931-287-7178. please call Michelle at Plumbing, electrical, appliances. Apts or ***Web ID# 795256*** 922-3612 or 548-1503. homes. 7-day svc, low Mercedes SL500 2002, prices! 368-1668. rare silver arrow Cleaning 318 edition, 59K mi, new tires, very sharp, Landscaping 338 $19,500. 865-809-0492 MAYNARDVILLE NISSAN ALTIMA MULCH & MORE 2006, 2.5L, 62k mi, Bobcat, backhoe, high AC, loaded. $10,000. lift, dump truck. Mulch, 423-442-9995 rock, wood. Free est. 356-1966 or 992-7615 Sports 264

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You’re invited! If you have considered joining Mercy Health and Fitness Center but haven’t quite taken that final step, the center’s friendly and experienced staff has found a way to make it easy for you. On Monday, June 6, they will be rolling out the welcomee mat for a Free oup exercise Guest Day and free group classes. In other words,, at no charge, you can try it all out and nd see what you think. And if you like ke it, there will be a special enrollment ment fee offered on that day only. y. Here are the classes you can try out for free that day:: ■ 10:30 a.m. – Get Movin’: Low-impact aerobics ■ 12 noon – Cardio Gymstick: Shallow water cardio and strength segments ■ 3 p.m. – Senior Circuit: Oneminute stations of cardio, o, strength and agility ■ 5:30 p.m. – Deep Water Aerobics ■ 6:30 p.m. – Fibromyalgia/ myalgia/ Therapy Pool (92 degrees) s) ■ 7 p.m. – Cycle ■ 7 p.m. – Pilates ■ Free tours of the facility will be available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Mercy Health and Fitness Center is handicap accessible throughout the facility and includes two assisted dressing rooms. All group exercise classes and childcare are free with paid membership. Memberships at the fitness center are offered on a monthly or yearly basis, so there are no longterm contracts. A discounted rate is available for those older than 63 years of age. The center also offers services such as personal training, swim lessons, spa services and skin care treatments. Although these are available for both members and non-members, members benefit from a special rate. The facility is also available for events such as birthday parties, lock-ins, Project Graduation and other activities. To learn more, stop by the Open House or call 859-7900. The expert fitness staff will provide a personalized health assessment and all of the information and encouragement you need to reach your fitness goals.

Mercy Health and Fitness Center is not an ordinary gym. It’s a place to exercise comfortably with other people who are trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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