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BUZZ TDOT update Fountain City Business and Professional Association will host representatives from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to discuss a project underway to redesign the intersection of Broadway and I-640. The meeting is at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Virginia College. Lunch is $10, and the public is invited. President is R. Larry Smith.

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‘This changes everything’

3-D printed house rolls out of Halls

Women’s League sets Stuff-a-Bag The Halls Crossroads Women’s League will hold its semi-annual Stuff-a-Bag event, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 at The Closet, Hwy. 33 at Cunningham Road. Individuals may purchase one or more brown bags at $5 each and stuff it with clothing and accessories. Proceeds will be used for school supplies.

A side view of the 3-D printed house at Malibu Collision in Halls.

Coupon books Knox County School Coupon Books sales are underway with the deadline Monday, Sept. 21, to purchase a $10 book. The annual promotion raises more than $1 million for Knox County Schools, with $8 from each book staying at the school where it was sold. Major sponsors are U.S. Cellular, First Tennessee, Junk Bee Gone, Rusty Wallace Automotive and Stanley Steemer.

Jimmy Duncan to the high court? Gov. Bill Haslam will nominate a replacement for retired state Supreme Court Justice Gary Wade, and while speculation centers on his longtime friend Herb Slatery, another name has been mentioned. U.S. Rep. John “Jimmy” Duncan served as a Criminal Court judge for seven years before his election to Congress in 1988. Duncan is clearly qualified both professionally and politically. His confirmation would be easy.

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By Shannon Carey When Halls guy Rick Spears took a 3-D printed Shelby Cobra to the Detroit Auto Show, the lead design engineer from Kia asked him why. Concept cars are the show’s regular fare. Spears replied that the Cobra was 3-D printed, taking six weeks from concept to a complete, drivable vehicle. Right now in the auto industry, it takes eight to 12 months to get a concept to the wind tunnel, and it’s still not drivable. The guy from Kia was blown away. “This changes everything,” he said. On Sept. 8, a 3-D printed house rolled out of Malibu Collision in Halls, bound for trade shows across the nation. The project was

sponsored by MaxLab at ORNL, a wing of the Department of Energy dedicated to researching innovative and efficient building designs and materials. Spears owns and operates Malibu Collision. Twelve years ago, he started investigating carbon fiber, a new material that could be used to customize cars. “There was nowhere to learn about it,” Spears said. “I had to order a CD from Germany and figure it out in German.” Then, he went to a carbon fiber expo in Washington, D.C., and met

Jesse Smith of KnoxvilleOak Ridge Innovation Valley. Turns out, Oak Ridge National Laboratory was aiming to be the carbon fiber capital of the world, and they were looking for someone to do prototyping. Suddenly, Malibu Collision took center stage in the world of high-tech materials. Malibu spin-off company TruDesign is dedicated to design, analy-

sis and prototyping, “working to help bring back manufacturing to the U.S.,” said Spears. TruDesign developed a spray-on coating that To page A-3

Bearden High shows soft spot in KCS’s success By Betty Bean Confetti flew when Gov. Bill Haslam brought the state commissioner of education to Carter Middle School on Aug. 3 to celebrate last year’s test scores. Haslam said Carter Middle had gone from a “Level 1” to a “Level 5” in one year, and Knox County was labeled “an exemplary district.” But no one mentioned the soft spots in this “exemplary” status. For instance, Bearden High School plummeted from “Level 5” to “Level 1” in a year. Even a month later parents of Bearden High kids had not been told. Principal John Barrett said he won’t make excuses for Bearden’s low TVAAS scores because other schools throughout the state met the predicted growth numbers set by the state, but he added: “Our achievement (scores) was fine. We met all our AMOs (annual measurable objectives set by the state). There have been some good things.” Bearden High teachers, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, had three explanations: ■ Attrition: “Those of us who have been here awhile know why we’ve gone from a Level 5 to a Level 1 – our turnover has been incredible. A lot of experience has gone out the door. Morale has been bad. We really do fear for our

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Rick Spears stands beside a 3-D printed demonstration house. One room for ease of transportation across the nation this year, this proof-of-concept model is a joint project of MaxLab at ORNL, and TruDesign, which operates out of Spears’ Malibu Collision in Halls. It was assembled at Clayton Homes of Halls and finished at Malibu Collision. Photos by R. White

jobs,” said one. Now, every teacher has been assigned an academic coach (many of whom are younger and less experienced than the teachers they are coaching), the John Bartlett teacher added. ■ Technology: The introduction of “one-to-one” technology, a laptop or iPad for every student, is playing a role in the decline, and not because teachers have resisted change, said another. With 2,000 kids and almost 130 teachers, all with a personal computer, Bearden needs more than one inhouse computer technician. “We might have a quarter of a class without their iPad on a given day.” ■ Change: The speed and frequency of change was cited more than once. “Teachers are lifelong learners. We’re always learning new things. It’s just the speed with which things continue to come at us. You get good at one program, the county changes it and you learn something new. “It’s not the old guys not wanting to learn and adapt. It’s being forced to do it at warp speed, and the amount of times we’ve had to do it over last five to six years. Lay-

er upon layer upon layer.” “That celebration (at Carter Middle) was horrible to watch,” another teacher said. “Confetti, music – Goodness! That day just told me it’s all about numbers. It’s about hitting your numbers. Got to hit those numbers.” Bartlett tackled the criticisms head-on: He said Bearden lost 10 teachers in 2014-15 and 10 more the year before, including two who got married and moved away. “I have 130 teachers. That’s less than 10 percent (leaving per year).” And new teachers aren’t necessarily inexperienced. “We know what happened last year. Teachers who were teaching honors for the first time were starting to have to teach at a different level of rigor. We’ve put coaching in place with our AP teachers, as well as extensive coaching throughout the school.” Bartlett dismissed the IT problems, saying there weren’t that many. And how about that Carter celebration? “We’re excited that Knox County was honored as an exemplary district, just as we’re excited that Knox County had growth in the ACT scores – and Bearden High School is part of that. We had outstanding growth.”

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Gov. Haslam shoots confetti at Carter. Bartlett said Bearden has nine National Merit semifinalists, tying the school’s best-ever year, and ACT scores rose from 22.4 to 23.1. “Should we have grown our kids? Certainly.” And measures are in place to remedy that deficiency. Millicent Smith, executive director for curriculum, instruction and professional development, sat in on our conversation with Barrett. Regarding Bearden’s status, she stressed, “We are talking about student growth based on what he or she is predicted to gain.” But the numbers either matter or they don’t. And administrators from Jim McIntyre to school-level principals who have evaluated and categorized teachers based on TVAAS scores cannot now claim the matrix is flawed.

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Fulcher touts Cumberland Trail Cumberland Trail park manager Bob Fulcher has worked with state parks for more than 15 years. His passion for the job was evident when he spoke at Cove Lake State Park Sept.1 to Noweta Garden Club members.

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Fulcher is privy to a wealth of information on the Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail. His area runs from Kentucky, through Tennessee and into Georgia. Part of his job is land procurement for the advancement of the trail.

“The trail is a work in progress,” said Fulcher. “Currently we have about 190 miles of trails that are maintained and open for hiking and other outdoor activities. Just to build one mile of trail is enormous work.” Fulcher says 100 consecutive days were spent this summer building just two miles of trail. Walking those two miles would take approximately 20 minutes. Workers from the entire state park system have lent countless hours to this trail. Fulcher encouraged a drive through the Sequatchie Valley. “This is one of the most distinctive and extraordinary pieces of the Tennessee landscape,” he said. “The valley goes 65 miles along

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protection of natural and cultural resources. It is also a major component of the Great Eastern Trail. Once completed the Cumberland Trail State Scenic trail will provide hikers with an alternative to the somewhat crowded Appalachian Trail. Overnight camping is available but Leave No Trace practices are encouraged. “We will work hard over the next four years to complete the vast portion of the trail,” said Fulcher. “We want people to be able to Cumberland Trail Park manager Bob Fulcher speaks to the walk from one end to the Noweta Garden Club at Cove Lake. Photo by Cindy Taylor other.” Fulcher spoke of years the Sequatchie River until it Fulcher says the trail past when walking was a meets the Tennessee River not only supports tourism way of life and how it was but the valley keeps going and provides quality out- left behind. He says once for more than 100 miles. It door experiences but brings again there are becoming is an amazing piece of the opportunities for conser- some mighty walkers. That world.” vation education and the in the new generation com-

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Fitness coach gives kidney to save life By Cindy Taylor Some people might be willing to give a ride to a hitchhiker, bestow a few dollars on a beggar or even donate to a good cause. Not many would give a kidney to a complete stranger. That is just what happened for Junior Hollifield. Surgery is scheduled for Sept. 8. By publication date, Hollifield will have received a new kidney from Allison King and hopefully both will be recuperating well. There is an amazing back story. Hollifield served during Desert Storm and was diagnosed with Glomerulosclerosis shortly after returning home. He lived with declining kidney function and high blood pressure for 20 years. In 2012 Hollifield received his first cadaver kidney transplant. Complications began after just one year and Hollifield needed another kidney.

Wife Gretchen a kidney to Juwas a match but nior. She made did not qualify frequent trips for other reato Nashville sons. The couple for testing and reached out was finally apto friends and proved. family for im“I didn’t think mediate donors much about doin the hope of nating at first,” avoiding dialysis said King. “Then and renal failure I met her kids. but there was no Something came match. Junior over me and I was approved couldn’t stand for the program the thought of at Vanderbilt but Gretchen losthe search coning her husband tinued for a comand her kids lospatible donor. ing their daddy The Hollifields: Lucas, Gracelyn, Junior and Gretchen Gretchen and if there was a “One day Allison looked chance I could help. I feel like her mom had been working out at Central Baptist at me and said she won- sometimes the Lord calls us Fountain City. There they dered what blood type she to do things that seem crazy met fitness instructor Alli- was,” said Gretchen. “She and that is when He best son King. Every class closed had never even met Junior!” shows His power.” Once King found out she with prayer and Gretchen Junior continued workhad been requesting prayer was a match she actively ing full-time during dialysis. pursued surgery to donate Three days each week were for Junior for some time.

consumed with work, sitting in a dialysis clinic and sleep. The family is hopeful that will soon be in the past. “We are so blessed and thankful for Allison’s gift,” said Gretchen. “God has put the right people in our lives and we give Him all the glory.” King is humble about her sacrifice. She and the Hollifields want to get the word out about organ donations. Anyone has the possibility of being a live organ donor. Most don’t think about it unless it is an immediate family member. Those who make live donations are put at the top of the list should they have needs later. “I just want to raise the awareness that this can be done and lives can be saved,” said Junior. “Our faith has sustained us and we are so thankful to Allison.”

Groups unite for Black Business Showcase By Sandra Clark Organizers are preparing for a Black Business Showcase to be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at the Overcoming Believers Church, 211 Harriet Tubman St. It is sponsored by Greater Knoxville SCORE, a group of volunteer business mentors; Propel, a mentor and protégé program of the Knoxville Chamber; and the Knoxville Area Urban League.

Terrence Carter, director of economic and business development for K nox v ille Area Urban Terrence Carter League, will attend. He’s just launched the fall entrepreneurial workshop at KAUL. The group meets on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until

noon. The showcase will feature three black-owned businesses: B&D Security; K&W Cleaning; and Coach O. A light supper will be served from 5:30 to 6 p.m. for those who register online. Sponsors will overview services available through their organizations for start-ups, existing businesses and non-profits. Info: 865-692-0716.

3-D printed house can make the “ropey” texture of 3-D printed products smooth. 3-D printed molds for auto parts are also revolutionizing the industry. When President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden visited Pellissippi State this year, they signed a car hood made at Malibu Collision, the first hood ever pulled off a 3-D printed mold, and the first hood ever signed by a President and Vice President. “We printed the mold in eight hours and pulled the hood in three days,” said Spears. “And it was made here in Halls.” But 3-D printing is not just for cars. Airplane, boat and appliance manufacturers are also clamoring for more. “It’s really cool to be helping develop technology and processes that are not even on the market yet,” Spears said. The house, just a oneroom proof-of-concept house for now, will travel to national trade shows. 3-D printed from 20 percent carbon fiber and 80 percent AVS, the panels “snap together like Legos,” said Spears. It was assembled at Clayton Homes of Halls. Other partners include Alcoa and SOM. The roof is covered with solar panels, and appliances are the most energy-efficient available.

From page A-1 “It’s the only one in the world like it,” Spears said. “People don’t realize what’s really going on at the lab. “There are a lot of people who haven’t seen 3-D printing. It’s going to change the way we do everything.”

StyroPower 3-D printing isn’t the only field Spears has explored. Another spin-off company, StyroPower, makes equipment that compacts Styrofoam so that it is economical to ship and recycle.

The device went through a three-year process of research and development, including processing a year’s worth of breakfast and lunch trays from Halls High School. According to StyroPower president John Miller, the device melts and compacts the Styrofoam from 1,400 lunch trays into one-half cubic foot. The material can then by recycled back into fuel, more Styrofoam, or even into 3-D printer material. Info: www.malibu collison.com

Symphony in the Park is at Ijams The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra will be at Ijams Nature Center at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept, 13. The Symphony will perform under the direction of Concertmaster Gabriel Lefkowitz. This year’s event

will highlight the work of local sculptor Kelly Brown and special guest musical artist Jenny Boyd and the Good Thymes Ceilidh Band. Tickets are $150. Info: Mary Thom Adams, 865-577-4717, ext. 117.

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■ Fountain City Lions Club meets 6 p.m. each first and third Monday, Lions Building, 5345 N. Broadway. ■ Halls Community Lions Club meets 7:15 p.m. each second and fourth Monday, Shoney’s, 343 Emory Road. ■ Halls Business and Professional Association meets at noon each third Tuesday at Beaver Brook. ■ Halls Republican Club meets 7 p.m. each third Monday at the Boys & Girls Club of Halls/ Powell, 1819 Dry Gap Pike. Info: knoxgop.org. ■ District 7 Democrats meet 6:30 p.m. each fourth Monday, Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: Mary Ann Page, map@parodee.net or 247-8155; Dan Haney, bdl66@ comcast.net or 922-4547. ■ United Northeast Democrats /8th District meet 7 p.m. each second Thursday, Gibbs Ruritan Club, 7827 Tazewell Pike. Info: Betty Jones, 688-2268.

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Republicans target District 2 Commission seat Meet Will Johnson,

The political landscape keeps turning red, and next year’s elections will show if there are enough Democrats left in County Commission’s District 2 to keep the seat out of GOP hands.

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As of now, Republicans hold a 9-2 advantage. Women are outnumbered 10-1. Two announced Republican candidates, John Fugate and Michele Carringer, live in the Fountain City end of the district, which stretches from the Fourth & Gill neighborhood northward to Inskip, Fountain City and Shannondale. Both have served as interim office holders – Carringer on County Commission, Fugate on school board. Carringer was appointed to the District 7 seat in 2009 after Scott “Scoobie” Moore was ousted for committing perjury concerning the

“Black Wednesday” shenanigans in 2007. Voters in the 2010 election elected to shrink the commission from 19 members to 11, and Carringer went up against her dis- Carringer Fugate Kildare trict seatmate, R. Larry Smith, in the Re- commission is fond of expublican primary. She lost, tracting), and kept his word. at least in part, because His appointment was not she’d gotten appointed on a without controversy, howpledge not to run for elec- ever, and Commissioner tion. Her argument that the Amy Broyles, a Democrat, commission reorganization denounced her colleagues relieved her of that obliga- for rejecting the candidate tion was unavailing. She ran she said was the district’s for an at-large seat in 2014 choice. Fugate was a teacher and and lost to Ed Brantley in a principal before he bethe primary. The 2012 redistricting came a banker several years threw Carringer (and Fu- ago. He and his signature panama hat have been spotgate) into District 2. Fugate was appointed to ted at neighborhood meetserve an abbreviated school ings all over the district this board term last year after summer. Carringer emphasizes Indya Kincannon resigned because her husband had her Fountain City roots, civaccepted an appointment to ic involvement, a stint as a teach abroad for the school Central High School cheerleader and her status as the year. Fugate promised not to wife of a doctor. Meanwhile, the Demoseek a full term (a pledge

crats didn’t seem to have a candidate. A move to draft Cheri Siler, who ran a credible race for state senate last year, fizzled; no new names emerged until teacher Laura Kildare recently decided to run. Kildare, who lives in the Fairmont/Emoriland neighborhood, recently completed her doctorate and teaches at the Career Magnet Academy. Although she briefly considered trying for the interim school board seat last year, she opted out, and she will be seen as a political newcomer in what is shaping up as a battle between a Fountain City Republican and a Democrat from the more liberal-leaning trolley burbs of North Knoxville. A Republican win would reduce the number of commission Democrats to one (assuming the Dems hold on to District 1). A Fugate win would reduce the number of women on commission to zero.

The tragic story of David Crockett Edmondson TVA is much-maligned. The leaders aren’t from around here and they’re paid too much. The agency displaced families when the dams were built. TVA is a big-government, social welfare experiment – and who needs that! Bonnie Peters, the Union County historian, found an account of one family’s troubles during the Barren Creek flood of 1916. It’s about life around here before TVA. – S. Clark David Crockett Edmondson survived the flood, but he lost his wife, Mahala Lyons Edmondson, and three children.

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Two more were found alive on drift timber three miles from home, lacerated and mangled. All that remained of his pretty, almost-new two-story home were posts between which the front gate was hung. The huge timbers were firmly embedded in the earth and withstood the flood. The chimney was gone and the bricks were scattered down the creek. Crockett, weak and broken, told this story while sitting on the little porch of his son’s cabin. He was surrounded by friends, neighbors and kin. Laughter was not to be heard. Many who were gathered there had lost loved ones. Some who escaped with their families had no food, no clothing and no work. The crops were made, but the yields were gone, and it was too late to begin to plant anew. A hush fell as Crockett’s

weak voice recited the deprivation and suffering he had endured. The silence was occasionally broken by sobs. “Along toward dark as we were getting ready to go to bed, I asked the old woman if it wasn’t going to storm, and she said ‘Law yes, honey.’ “The clouds are just biling up in the west. The baby was crying, and we went to bed, me putting the baby down at the foot,” he said. “Along in the night the old woman woke me up and asked me to go out and see about her crocks in the spring house, as the way it was raining the creek would back up and the milk would be ruined. I was tired from working all day and sleepy and just plain trifling, too, I expect. I told her that a little milk wouldn’t mind if it did get ruined for we had plenty more. “But she said she didn’t care about the milk but she didn’t want to lose the crocks. I told her that they wouldn’t wash away and I went back to sleep. I don’t know how long I slept, but the old woman woke me up calling to me to save the baby. “The lightning was flashing and the thunder booming hot and the air was filled with the awfulest sounds I ever heard. I threw my feet from the bed and I was standing in water up to my knees.

David Crockett Edmondson with four of his children.

“I moved toward the foot of the bed to get the baby. Just as I got there, I heard a roar like thunder right in my ears. I could hear trees and timbers smashing and then the flood struck us. The house groaned and gave way. “I could see the ceiling coming down on us and then I didn’t remember any more until I found myself floating down the flood on top of a house which I suppose was my own as it had a new shingle roof. “I don’t know whether I was in my right mind or not. I thought I was then, but I doubt it now. I thought I heard a man’s voice who I recognized as Bunk Ferguson because he had such a coarse, heavy voice. It seemed to me he was running down the bank trying to warn the people, but I think now he was on some drift, floating the same as myself. “How I made that trip in safety I will never know for I gave up and sank beneath the waters many times thinking it was all over. How far I floated on

the housetop I can’t say, but before long it struck something and turned over, throwing me under it. I felt it float off of me; and, as I came to the surface, I struck a large timber and catching to it I thought I was safe at last for I knew it would float. “After the lightning would flash, and it was almost steady, I could see houses, barns, trees, timbers and cattle floating on the water which looked to be almost a mile wide. “Before I had gone far, my timber struck something and ended over, throwing me through the air. Again I was beneath the water. I could feel the debris and logs and timbers as they struck my body or passed overhead. “Finally, when I rose to the top again, I was more dead than alive. “I was so weak and exhausted I could scarcely

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If you meet city recorder Will Johnson, there’s no need to remind him that he has big shoes to fill. He’s already reminded daily. His predecessor, Cindy Will Johnson Mitchell, began her job in the city council office on July 20, 1980 − exactly 35 years before Johnson’s first day. He was able to shadow her for three days before she stepped down. He will earn $52,000 per year, $24,000 less than Mitchell. On his second day, Johnson attended his first city council meeting − a long session that included approval of the city’s new sign ordinance. Meetings are recorded digitally, but motions and votes are also recorded by hand. He was glad for Mitchell’s help that week. Johnson, 31, grew up in North Knox County and attended Halls High School. He graduated from UT in 2008 with degrees in medieval history and public administration and has an art history minor − a solid liberal arts education, he says. His grandfather, Earl Hoffmeister, held elective office as Knox County’s 16-year superintendent of schools. Will worked in the Knox County Clerk’s office for 12 years before applying for the

move. Throwing my arms out wider for some support, I struck nothing except small boards which gave way beneath my hands and I went under again. “How far I was swept on under the water, no one can tell; but directly, I felt something solid passing over me and with a mighty effort I turned over and caught the edge of what was part of a room. “It was about 10 by 20 feet as near as I could judge in lightning flashes. As I crossed on the roof on my hands and knees, my fingers in the cracks under the shingles to keep from being thrown off, I was thrown around by the whirling current. “I was almost naked, had on nothing but the tattered rags of what had been a shirt when I had started. I was shivering from the cold which had numbed my body. “As a flash of lightning came, I looked to the bank ahead about 20 feet away.

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city post. His familiarity with county government prepared him for the transition. Local government has always been an interest. It’s where the rubber meets the road, he says. “This is where elected officials can make the most difference − on the local level.” He considers the new post a great opportunity, and has spent his first few weeks learning names. He’s getting used to the regularly scheduled meetings, like city council and beer board, and he’s looking forward to less-frequent events, like the upcoming swearing-in of new council members in December. He also anticipates the arrival of a couple of new employees. Two other long-time city council office staffers, auditor Melissa Peters and secretary Susan Wilson, will retire this fall. Peters’ replacement, former credit union employee Savannah Maupin, was appointed by council last week. Interviews are currently underway to find Wilson’s replacement. Best of luck to the new kids on the block, and happy trails to those who served before them.

I would have attempted to swim, but just as I let go of my hold with my fingers the roof I was holding onto turned quickly, throwing me far out into the stream. “Hopelessly, I struck out for where I had seen the bank and by some miracle managed to keep afloat. I drifted with the tide trying as I went to get closer to the bank, which I finally did. “Seizing a small sapling, my body swung around against the bank. Though weak, I dragged my cut and torn body from the water and began to climb up the hill on my hands and knees. I did not know where I was, but I imagined I had drifted 10 or 12 miles. I had really gone only a mile and a quarter. “Looking around I could see by lightning flashes a house or a barn and I made my way there thinking I might get some clothes.” Crockett and Mahala are buried at Head of Barren in Claiborne County.

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Could Duncan go on Supreme Court?

Yesterday was Justice Gary Wade’s last day on the state Supreme Court. Today just four justices remain with Sharon Lee serving as chief justice. Gov. Haslam will nominate a replacement for Wade, and while speculation centers on his longtime friend Herb Slatery, another name has been mentioned. U.S. Rep. John “Jimmy” Duncan served as a Criminal Court judge for seven years before his election to Congress in 1988. Duncan publicly endorsed Haslam in 2010 when his endorsement made a huge difference in the GOP primary. Duncan is clearly qualified both professionally and politically. His confirmation would be easy. It would allow him to conclude his public service by returning to the judiciary where his uncle Joe Duncan served ably and where Duncan Jr. started by appointment of then-Gov.

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Lamar Alexander. Duncan has not publicly shown any interest in this and it is assumed he is more likely to run again for Congress in 2016, but the discussion is ongoing. Right now Haslam’s choice is pure speculation fueled by rumor. However, odds makers give state Attorney General Herb Slatery the leg up. When asked, Slatery says he is too busy to think about it and Haslam simply says he has not discussed the matter with Slatery. Neither statement is a denial that Slatery might want the appointment or Haslam might want him to have it. If Slatery took the seat, then the Court

would immediately have to fill the newly created vacancy in the AG office which Slatery would have vacated after 16 months on the job. Slatery would get to influence and vote on his own successor. The wrinkle in all of this is that potential candidates will have to disclose their intentions in a few weeks as the committee Haslam named to review and recommend names to him for the appellate courts will meet in late October. So if Slatery or Duncan wants the position, each would have to disclose his interest publicly two months before the Legislature reconvenes in January. Last time, Slatery waited until a few hours before the deadline to apply for AG and was able to gauge who his competition would be. Given the governor’s backing, it really did not matter who his competition was then. Once he announced it was clear the

Big game in town Maybe you’ve heard the remember what Bobby Denbuzz. Big game in town, ton said, pay these prices famous-brand Oklahoma at but pay no more. This is an interesting Neyland Stadium. football matchup. Tennessee is on the rise with bigger expectations. Oklahoma is on the rebound from a “disMarvin appointing” 8-5 season that West ended poorly. The ugly word was underachievement capped by a very bad bowl loss. Net result: Four new assistant coaches. Go early. If you can find Oklahoma has talent and a place to park, enjoy the will be a measuring stick. atmosphere. Get close to Vols may remember the the Vol Walk. Tickets are whipping they took last Septight but if you have one, go tember in Norman. inside, sing Rocky Top, see Sooners are bringing one the team run through the T, of the best running backs buy a bottle of water for $3, in America. Sophomore

Semaje Perine, 5-11 and 237, full grown as a freshman, rushed for an NCAArecord 427 yards and six touchdowns – in one game, against Kansas. Think about that, one Saturday set of stats that would equal a season for many, a career for some. Ten ne s s e e - Ok l a hom a might be a barn-burner with plenty of points – or it might be one-sided if the Vols don’t get a lot better in a hurry in the secondary and at middle linebacker. The Sooners showed Akron a very strong passing attack. This is a really big game for Butch Jones. He seeks a genuine signature victory.

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Court would name him in deference to the governor. Frankly, if either Slatery or Duncan applied and made the list submitted by the commission, it is hard to imagine Haslam not naming him, and it is equally hard imagining both would apply against each other. This column will continue this topic next week as to other candidates if Slatery or Duncan is not in contention. ■ Judge Charles Susano of Knoxville now becomes the most senior Tennessee judge in terms of age and length of service, serving on the appellate level at age 79 (turns 80 in March). He is in excellent health and retains his great sense of humor. ■ Confirmation: Because of a recent constitutional amendment, the choice to replace Gary Wade is Haslam’s, subject to possible confirmation by the General Assembly, assuming they can decide on a pro-

cedure. The appointee must come from East or West Tennessee. Middle Tennessee already has two justices. The General Assembly is deadlocked on a confirmation process with the Senate wanting it to be done by the House and Senate acting separately which means separate confirmation hearings by each. The House, led by state Rep. Bill Dunn’s arguments, wants a joint session to decide confirmation as is done with the election of the three constitutional officers – the comptroller, the treasurer and the secretary of state. In such a situation, the 33 senators are outvoted by the 99 representatives. Dunn says 17 senators should not be able to block a nominee, although 17 senators can block any bill the House passes in a bicameral legislature. If the deadlock continues, Haslam nominates will become confirmed after 60 days of being nominated as

the Constitution provides that the nominee is considered confirmed if no action is taken within 60 days after his/her name is presented. This could be as early as March 13, 2016, if the governor sends the name the day the General Assembly reconvenes on Jan. 13, 2016. ■ City Council member Duane Grieve is recovering from a nasty fall which broke seven ribs. He was in the hospital two nights but is back at Council meetings with an arm in a sling. He only has two more years before he is forced off council by term limits. Asked if he might run for mayor in 2019, or before if Rogero leaves mid-term, he points out that he will be the same age Ronald Reagan was when he sought a second term as president. Grieve seems to enjoy the speculation, as does former Mayor Daniel Brown. He should not be discounted as a potential candidate.

Two good ones over South Carolina won’t last forever. There are other ramifications. One game does not guarantee long-term success but one game can sometimes make a big difference in general direction. Return with me now to the home opener of 2006 to find similarities. Highly regarded California was the foe. David Cutcliffe was back as offensive coordinator of the Vols. Tennessee fans were pumped. The crowd went nuts when the Vols came out to play and got even louder when an unsuspecting Golden Bear was struck so hard on the opening kickoff that he missed the rest of the game. Erik Ainge, not so good as a sophomore, opened Tennessee’s first possession

with a 41-yard completion to Robert Meachem. Fans would have blown the roof off Neyland Stadium if it had one. As it was, they shook the upper decks. After that, action accelerated. Ainge threw for four touchdowns. An offense that was stagnant the year before (one play of 40 yards or more) was suddenly fresh and crisp. It hit Cal with four big ones. Some thought Cutcliffe made a difference. I have long believed that crazy crowd intimidated California, inspired the Vols and became a major factor in the mad rush to a stunning 35-0 lead. Oh my, did we have fun. Seven years previously, 1999, the Vols dominated an elite opponent, Georgia, in similar fashion. There have

been big gaps between onesided celebrations. I doubt that Oklahoma will be overwhelmed by crowd noise but perhaps you see other similarities. Tennessee has a new offensive coordinator and the hope for a few more big gainers. Tennessee lost last year without the quarterback it now has. It may not make as many blunders on Saturday. There are obvious uncertainties about Oklahoma. Three new offensive coaches could mean a surprising look. Bob Stoops will likely appear the same as always. The head coach is 168-44 at Oklahoma. That’s a success rate of 79.2. Only Barry Switzer and Bud Wilkerson have done better. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

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Tailgating

SENIOR NOTES ■ Corryton Senior Center: 9331 Davis Drive 688-5882 Wednesday, Sept 9: 9 a.m. billiards, quilting; 10 a.m. dominoes; 11 a.m. open game; 1 p.m. Rook.

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Friday, Sept. 11: 9 a.m. SAIL exercise, billiards; 11 a.m. Senior Meals (must sign up); 1 p.m. card making; 1:30 p.m. Zumba Gold. Monday, Sept. 14: 9 a.m. SAIL exercise, billiards, quilting; 9:30 p.m. cloth painting; 10 a.m. dominoes; 11 a.m. open game.

Above, NHC residents Gloria Wagner and Sue Finneran learn cheers from UT cheerleaders Sarah Parker, Mallory Hayes, Morgan Findley, Taylor Newsom and Ally Tuttle

Tuesday, Sept. 15: 9 a.m. billiards; 9:30 a.m. trip to Senior Day at Tennessee Valley Fair; 1 p.m. pinochle; 1:30 p.m. Zumba Gold. ■ Halls Senior Center: 4405 Crippen Road 922-0416 Monday-Friday Hours vary

At left, UT Cheerleader Morgan Findley gets some love from NHC resident Betty Hamilton after she kissed cheerleader Abraham Almatari on the cheek. “I want one, too,” said Findley. Hamilton was happy to oblige.

Wednesday, Sept. 9: 10 a.m. bingo, hand & foot; noon Senior Center Celebration, Senior Meals; 12:30 p.m. bridge; 1 p.m. Rook, SAIL exercise. Thursday, Sept. 10: 10 a.m. bunco, pinochle, line dancing, quilting; 11 a.m. exercise; 1 p.m. ballroom dance class; 2 p.m. Snack and Learn: State Farm; 3 p.m. Tai Chi practice.

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Friday, Sept. 11: 9:30 a.m. Pilates; 10 a.m. euchre, Farkle; 11 a.m. SAIL exercise; noon Mexican Train dominoes; 2 p.m. Zumba Gold.

NHC Farragut put parking lot parties to shame last Thursday with an indoor tailgate party in its soda fountain area. It felt like the old student center on campus before a home game. Rocky Top played on big speakers, sports played on the big screen and lots of bottomless tailgate snacks were served to the festive crowd. Orange balloons and shakers filled the air and covered the tables.

Monday, Sept. 14: 9 a.m. scrapbooking; 10 a.m. pinochle, bridge, hand & foot, Tai Chi 1; 11:30 a.m. Tai Chi 2; 12:30 p.m. tea party; 1 p.m. Rook, SAIL exercise. Tuesday, Sept. 15: 10 a.m. canasta; 11 a.m. exercise; 12:30 p.m. Mexican Train dominoes; 1:30 p.m. hand & foot; 2 p.m. movie matinee.

UT cheerleaders spent the afternoon with the residents, teaching them popular UT cheers and going room to room to spread some orange and white sunshine. A stop in physical therapy had residents cheering and chanting while working the treadmills, the cheerleaders in a row behind them. When word gets out, NHC may be asked to teach some tailgating classes around town … NHC residents Isabel Drerub and Dorothy Ransom tap the beat to Rocky Top with UT cheerleaders Ally Tuttle and Ashley Robertson.

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HALLS/FOUNTAIN CITY Shopper news • SEPTEMBER 9, 2015 • A-7

Fellowship North Church members put a new coat of paint on the large gazebo at Fountain City Park.

The city of God On the holy mount stands the city he founded; the Lord loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Glorious things are spoken of you, O city of God. (Psalm 87: 1-3) City of God, how broad and far Outspread thy walls sublime! The true thy chartered freemen are Of every age and clime. (“City of God,” Samuel Johnson, 1860)

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to help out By Cindy Taylor Neither rain nor gloom will keep Fellowship North Church members from serving the community on Outside the Box Sunday. Every fifth Sunday, usually once each quarter, members of the church meet in the auditorium for a brief time of worship and prayer. They then disperse to schools, senior-living facilities and community sites to serve in any capacity needed. On Aug. 30, Fellowship sent groups to KARM, Whittle Springs and Northwest middle schools, Northgate Terrace senior apartments and Fountain City Park. One group stayed to work at the church and care for children so parents could work in the community. The day started with rain but gradually cleared to just gloom, which allowed groups to complete painting and weeding. KARM, Whittle Springs, Northwest and Fountain

Fellowship Middlebrook Church youth members Hudson Chastain and Luke Wright work to uncover an overgrown gazebo at Whittle Springs Middle School. Photos by Cindy Taylor

City Park got a facelift with painting, weeding and cleaning. Residents at Northgate Terrace were treated to food, companionship and a worship service. “We are a growing name in this community for people to know what we are about,” said associate pastor Stephen Van Horn. “When there are needs, a lot of people in the community think of asking us now. We want to be faithful and consistent and hope that in the future

other churches in the area will want to partner with us.” Van Horn says the community service is having an impact on church members as well. One child started going with her parents to serve on Sundays when she was 2. She is now 5 and remembers her first time in community service when she helped with painting at Fountain City Park. Kristi Poole of Project Serve dropped by unexpect-

edly that morning to bring a thank-you gift to the church for its community involvement and service. More than 150 members of Fellowship North, including a large group of the youth from Fellowship Middlebrook, served the community in some capacity Aug. 30. Even first-time visitors joined in to help out in the community. Fellowship North Church is at 3203 Tazewell Pike. Info: 214-6688.

I worry about the city of God. Jerusalem, I mean, not the Eternal City not made by hands. Turmoil in the Middle East is not new, by any stretch. It seems that cradle of civilization has been perpetually dangerous and uneasy. The fact that the region is a crossroads of three continents accounts for some of its friction. Also, the reality that three major religions inhabit the area inevitably increases the tension. All over the Middle East, warring factors are busily destroying ancient buildings. Beautiful, historic edifices. Why? I can’t imagine. What does that destruction prove? It feels like children tearing down each other’s cardboard forts and playhouses. If it weren’t so deadly and mean and permanent, I would liken it to kids sticking out their tongues at each other and saying “Nanna-

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nanna-boo-boo!” Even so, in my heart, I know that buildings are just buildings. They are manmade. They will crumble someday. Jerusalem is more than its buildings. Jerusalem is holy ground: its streets have been blessed by the footsteps of patriarchs and kings, saints and pilgrims, disciples and Jesus himself, and it points us to the Eternal City, the City of God. It is that city that will be our long home. It is there that we will be citizens in a Kingdom we can only imagine now. Until then, let us strive to make this world more like that one!

WORSHIP NOTES Community services ■ Cross Roads Presbyterian, 4329 E. Emory Road, hosts the Halls Welfare Ministry food pantry 6-8 p.m. each second Tuesday and 9-11 a.m. each fourth Saturday. ■ Glenwood Baptist Church, 7212 Central Avenue Pike, is accepting appointments for the John 5 Food Pantry. Info: 938-2611. Your call will be returned. ■ Ridgeview Baptist Church, 6125 Lacy Road, offers Children’s Clothes Closet and Food Pantry 11 a.m.-2 p.m. each third Saturday. Free to those in the 37912/37849 ZIP code area.

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‘Island Invasion’ for lake clean-up

The Norris Lake Project Team will host an Island Invasion on this year’s National Public Lands Day, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. This year, efforts will focus on the islands in the Loyston Sea area in Anderson and Union County and the islands near Lonas Young Park in Campbell County, including Pilot Island, Wood Duck Island, Bear Hole Island and Baker Island. The launch point for the Loyston Sea side of the lake is Big Ridge State Park. Volunteers can register and get assigned a location there. Boats will shuttle volunteers to and from the islands, and volunteers may bring their own boats. Wear appropriate shoes, preferably boots, gloves and a life jacket. Volunteers may trade their trash bags for a free Island Invader T-shirt and a free lunch. Info: www.norrislakepro ject.com, 800-524-3602, or info@yallcome.org

UT NOTES ■ Mitch Beaty, UT Extension Area Specialist for 4-H Youth Development in the Eastern Region, is the statewide winner of the William D. Bishop Outstanding Service Award. This award is presented in memory of Dean Emeritus William D. Bishop and recognizes a member of UT Extension who has contributed most to the attainment of Extension objectives.

‘FLU SHOT SATURDAY’ LOCATIONS

HEALTH NOTES

Free Flu Shot Saturday will be held 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 26, at the following schools:

■ Peninsula Lighthouse Group of Families Anonymous meetings, 6:15-7:15 p.m. each Tuesday, 1451 Dowell Springs Blvd. For relatives

■ Austin-East Magnet High School, 2800 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. ■ Carter High School, 210 N. Carter School Road, Strawberry Plains ■ Farragut High School, 11237 Kingston Pike ■ Halls High School, 4321 E. Emory Road ■ South-Doyle Middle School, 3900 Decatur Road ■ West High School, 3300 Sutherland Ave.

No-cost influenza vaccinations will be given to ages 4 and older while supplies last. Donations will be accepted. Proceeds benefit the Empty Stocking Fund. Info: 342-6871.

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and friends of those who suffer from current, suspected or former problems of substance abuse or related behavioral problems. Newcomers welcome; no dues/fees; no sign-up; first names only. Info: Barbara L., 696-6606 or PeninsulaFA2@aol.com. ■ PK Hope Is Alive Parkinson Support Group of East Tennessee meeting, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, Kern UMC, 451 E. Tennessee Ave., Oak Ridge. Speaker: Kelly Frere, Certified Elder Law Attorney. Topic: “Long Term Care Planning and Miller Trust.” Info: Karen Sampsell, 482-4867; pk_ hopeisalive@bellsouth,net; pkhopeisalive.org.

■ Powell Church, 323 W. Emory Road, hosts Recovery at Powell at 6 p.m. Tuesdays. The program embraces people who struggle with addiction, compulsive behaviors, loss and life challenges. Info: recoveryatpowell.com or info@ powellchurch.com.

Vendors needed ■ Alice Bell Baptist Church, 3305 Alice Bell Road, is accepting vendor applications for a Craft Fair to be held FridaySaturday, Oct. 23-24. Registration fee: $25. Fees go to church building fund. Info/registration: alicebellbaptistchurch.org, click on Activities & Events, then Craft Fair. ■ Dante Baptist Church, 314 Brown Drive, is seeking vendors for its Craft Fair Oct. 10. Info: Vivian Baker, 382-3715.

Youth programs ■ Beaver Ridge UMC, 7753 Oak Ridge Highway, hosts Morning Breakfast and Afternoon Hang Out for youth each Tuesday. Breakfast and Bible study, 7:20 a.m.; Hang Out Time, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Info: 690-1060 or beaverridgeumc.org.

REUNION NOTES ■ Halls High classes of 19761981, 6:30 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Sept. 26, Red Gate Farm, 2353 Maynardville Highway, Maynardville. ■ Pierce and Wyrick reunion,

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CTE investigation: criminal justice Do you enjoy watching shows like “Criminal Minds,” “Law and Order” or “NCIS”? Do you have the crime solved before the show is over? Cook

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If so, a criminal justice program may interest you. The program is but one of many professions being examined through the Career and College Readiness program (commonly known as CTE – Career and Technical Education). Central High School launched its first criminal justice course this year and the list of interested students was phenomenal. Instructor Greg Lemmons teaches Criminal Justice 1, an introductory course in which students learn about the police, courts and corrections. Lemmons brings field knowledge to the classroom and students are able to work on booking procedures and fingerprinting techniques; compare federal, state and local law enforcement agencies and will create their own police department. Lemmons was a probation office in Roane County and instructor at Roane State before taking the position at Central. Farragut High School also offers a criminal justice program in CTE, taught by Derek Pacifico. Both instructors will bring the world of criminal justice to life through courses offered at each respective school. The introductory course, Criminal Justice 1, examines the history of law enforcement with an overall view of law enforcement, criminal/civil courts and jails/corrections. Students will conduct evaluations of criminal justice careers, study the constitutional amendments directly related to the field and conduct mock trials. To enhance the program, students at Central will have guest speakers in the classroom and Farra-

Players of the week for the game against AustinEast are Cooper Cook (#6) and Hutson Woods (#34). Both were selected by the coaching staff for their efforts during the game.

AREA FARMERS MARKETS A close-up of fingerprints taken by students during a criminal justice class. gut plans to tour the Knox County Detention Facility. At Central, Criminal Justice 2 deals with crime scene investigations and allows students to form CSI teams. Each team will photograph a mock scene, sketch the scene, mark and collect evidence, perform search patterns, use fingerprint powder and process evidence. Students in the course will be able to complete at SkillsUSA in a crime scene competition. Farragut students will focus more closely on police work and will have an opportunity to conduct crime scene investigations. The group will visit the Knox County courthouse and District Attorney’s office. The final course, Criminal Justice 3, allows students to process many different pieces of evidences. Students will analyze blood spatter to locate area of origin, study insect larva to determine time of death, analyze handwriting samples, research bullet trajectories and determine the difference between animal and human hair. They will also work with higher levels of fingerprinting skills, plaster casting and impression evidence. Once students complete the courses in high school, they will have a solid base of knowledge of the subjects involved if they wish to continue in post-secondary education in criminal justice.

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Mallory Jenkins has her fingerprints taken by Megan Munsey during a criminal justice class at Central High School. Photos by R. White

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Saying goodbye After 30 years, Yolanda Byas-Robinson said goodbye to her friends at Fountain City Elementary and headed off to new adventures. For 29 of those years, she could be found inside a first grade classroom, sharing her love of learning and heart for children. Her parents were educators – mom was an elementary school teacher and dad was a department dean at UT. While growing up she helped her mom grade papers. Her love for teaching was evident as she became a second mom to many of her students, offering guidance and love along with the

kids SCHOOL NOTES ■ Central High School college scholarship informational meeting, 6-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14. Info: 689-1400. ■ Halls High School cheer squad is seeking vendors for a multifamily yard/vendor sale, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in the school parking lot. Vendor space: $25 per booth. Proceeds benefit the cheer squad. Info/vendor requests: vannielloproperties@ gmail.com. ■ Shannondale Elementary PTO meeting, 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Info: 689-1465.

Fountain City Elementary staff members Pam Brantley, Renee Rupeka, Yolanda Byas-Robinson and Laura Taylor share one last group hug together before Robinson retires. Photos by R. White classroom skills. During Black History Month Robinson would fi x a soul food luncheon and students were able to experience traditional foods such as fried chicken, collard greens, black-eyed peas and angel (not deviled) eggs. Once food regulations and

policies changed, she continued the tradition with school staff as each brought a dish to share. Robinson plans to spend more time with her mother in Georgia and travel with her husband. “I have a heart for the elderly and would love to pick a couple of se-

nior adults to minister to,” she said. She also likes to sew and wants to learn to make skirts for her nieces. She hopes to return to Fountain City Elementary periodically to volunteer and visit with the lifelong friends that she’s made over the years.

Chillin’ with Chili It’s always nice to have a friend that will listen to you and not pass judgment. Thanks to a new fourlegged friend, students at Gresham Middle School have someone to talk to when they need it most. Chili is a HABIT dog (Human Animal Bond in Tennessee) that visits with staff and students daily. School social worker Cathy Bolton brings the dog to school, and Chili takes her work seriously. She can be found in the front office greeting visitors when she isn’t busy with students. Dogs in the HABIT program go through a behavior screening and are medically cleared by their veterinarian before being admitted. Cathy and Chili toured the school building before school began in August, allowing her to check out the environment. “It seemed like a good fit and the administrators at Gresham were thrilled with the idea of having Chili on campus,” said Bolton. Chili is available to meet Nate Hartman and Jordan Babb take a break from math class to with students for a variety spend time with Gresham’s HABIT dog, Chili.

of reasons – whether it be for a student struggling emotionally, a reward system for good work or as a reading dog – and provides comfort and companionship when needed. Students enjoy watching her walk down the halls on her leash with Bolton and often times, just seeing her pass by is a pick-me-up. Counselor Kendall Kobler said having Chili around makes the overall atmosphere in the school better. “She’s easy to interact with and the sensory effect of touching her soft fur is soothing.” As the school year progresses, the counselors hope to add to Chili’s responsibilities. Anyone interested in learning more about the program should contact the HABIT office, 9475633 or email habit-et@ utk.edu. HABIT is a program of the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Tennessee.

Bobcat carnival Sept. 10 ■ Central High School will host a carnival, 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, in the school commons and breezeway. The event, hosted by athletic teams and school clubs, will feature games, concessions and many vendors offering items such as makeup, totes and handbags, jewelry and T-shirt printing.

Dance team to host yard sale, breakfast ■ Central High School dance team will hold a multi-family yard sale 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at 915 Whitesburg Drive in Sterchi Hills subdivision. Funds raised will be used to purchase new uniforms. The squad will host a pancake breakfast 8-10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Aubrey’s. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in advance from a Central High School dance team member or at the door. Info: Sheila Dixon, 689-1400.

Central High to host ten year reunion ■ Central High School class of 2005 will hold a 10-year reunion, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Dan Y. Boring Stadium. Cost is s$20/person and $35/couple. RSVP: CHSbobcats2005@yahoo.com

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History and Mysteries Oliver Perry Temple (1820-1907) A mere 316 votes may have altered the course of history. When he was only 27 years of age, Oliver Temple challenged the acknowledged political leader in East Tennessee’s 1st Congressional District, Andrew Johnson.

His “stump speeches” were effective in the 1:1 debates then in fashion. He had won previous elections by as much as 1,500 votes. Temple, representing the Whig party, was a young lawyer in Greeneville. He was still working to establish a practice when, only three weeks before the election, he was prevailed upon to make the race. Landon Jim C. Haynes, another DemoTumblin crat, had considered the odds and decided not to run against Johnson. It was an interesting time Democrat Johnson was in American politics with in his prime and thought the expansion to the west to be invincible in his race and the expanding economy for a third term in 1847. and with party platforms in

The major Johnson vs. Temple showdown came only two days before the election in a fierce debate in Jonesboro. Thinking Haynes would be his opponent, Johnson had attempted to appeal to Whig voters by opposing some of the policies of Democrat President James K. Polk, although they were of the same party. By pointing out Johnson’s inconsistencies within his own party, Temple was able to win over many voters.

stark contrast to todays. By and large, the Whig party, devised by Henry Clay, proposed tariffs to protect and promote goods made in the U.S. and shipped to foreign countries. It promoted internal improvements, such as railroads, and wanted a national bank to regulate national finances and the money supply. The Whigs favored federal government control to accomplish their goals. On the other hand, the Democrats preferred free trade, an agrarian economy and control of government on the local and state level. Democrats pushed for expansion of the borders and Whigs sought to spend for improvements within its current borders.*

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The 5,658 to 5,342 vote had turned out to be the closest of the five races Johnson would win in holding the congressional seat from 1843 to 1853. Oliver Temple had captured the attention of the public and author William Speer would observe, “Temple, defeated as he was, felt that he was half conqueror, and Johnson, though elected, was deeply mortified and humiliated.” History’s “what ifs” are inconsequential, but one wonders whether a defeated Johnson could have recovered to be elected Tennessee’s governor in 1853 and again in 1855 and a U.S. senator in 1857. Would he have been elected vice president in 1864 and in place to become the president when Abraham Lincoln was assassinated? Could some other President have guided the country through the reconstruction period after the Civil War more effectively? But who was the young lawyer who almost defeated Andrew Johnson? Oliver Perry Temple was born on Jan. 27, 1820, near Greeneville, Tenn., the son of James and Mary Craig Temple. In 1810 the young couple had been married by the Rev. Charles Coffin, later East Tennessee University (predecessor of the University of Tennessee) president. The union produced five sons and one daughter. James Temple was both a farmer and a surveyor and owned a large farm next to that of the Rev. Hezekiah Balch. Balch would later found Greeneville College which would combine with Tusculum College in 1868. His father died when Oliver was only two years old, but Mary Craig Temple was a remarkable woman with a strong will, good judgment and business ability. She managed the estate so well that, by the time the youngest of her seven children came of age, she had doubled its value and was therefore able to provide her children with a good education. Oliver spent his early years on the family’s farm enduring the drudgery of farm life in the summers and attending field schools

in the winter. His early bent for debating influenced him to walk miles to several Greene County schools to participate in debating societies. When he was only 16, he enrolled in the recently established Greeneville College but quit in 1838 to join the state militia then attempting to suppress a Cherokee uprising. He served less than a year but, incongruously, it was in the service that he discovered English philosopher John Locke’s “An Essay Concerning Human Understanding,” which convinced him that he wanted to study

law. He attended Tusculum College from 1838-41 where he came under the influence of the Rev. Samuel Witherspoon Doak, who was a son of pioneering Presbyterian minister and college president the Rev. Samuel Doak. The senior Rev. Doak was a graduate of Princeton University who had brought that university’s standards and traditions to Washington College in nearby Limestone. Temple transferred to Washington College in 1841 and graduated there in 1844 when a grandson of the Rev. Samuel Doak, the Rev. Alexander A. Doak, a recent Princeton graduate, was college president. The influence of those institutions and their leaders provided Oliver Temple an elegance of manner and speech that stood him in good stead throughout his life. After his graduation Temple was able to “read law” under a leading attorney in Greeneville, Robert J. McKinney, who would later become a Tennessee Supreme Court justice. Temple was admitted to the bar in 1846 and became an associate of Freeman Compton who would later become an Arkansas Supreme Court justice. In 1848, after the young attorney ran for the U.S. House of Representatives against incumbent Andrew Johnson and lost in a very close race, he moved to Knoxville. He became a partner in the law firm of the prominent attorney William H. Sneed who was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1855. Oliver P. Temple was only 28, with the education and the experience which would enable him to contribute his wise counsel on the many decisions leading up to the Civil War and to assist in the reconciliation needed after that war. Next month’s article will chronicle his distinguished career. *Author’s Note. Most Northern Whigs became members of the newly formed Republican Party in the mid-1850s as did Abraham Lincoln, who had been elected to Congress as a Whig in 1846.

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The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Railfest features two Norfolk Southern locomotives this year: the Veterans Commemorative, honoring those who have served in the military, and the 9-1-1, honoring first responders. Photo submitted

All aboard! By Carol Shane The Tennessee Stage Company will hold auditions for the Timeless Works production of “My Three Angels” by Samuel and Bella Spewack, based on the original French play by Albert Husson. The delightful holiday comedy, to be performed in November, centers on a family in debt and their unlikely saviors: three convicts on work release from a local prison who conspire to help them out. Roles are available for men and women across a wide age range, and auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Auditions will take place

road Museum celebrates its 5th Annual Tennessee Valley Railfest. You’ll have to drive a ways – the event is in Chattanooga – but it’ll be worth it. According to its website, the TVRM is a moving museum, offering an interacDuring the late ninetive, historical experience teenth century – heyday featuring the only regularly of railroad-building in our scheduled, full-sized train country – a popular song ride in Tennessee. ran: “Railfest is a great event Oh, I wouldn’t marry a for everyone to come out farmer, and celebrate their love of He’s always in the dirt, I’d rather marry a rail- trains,” says Steve Freer, TVRM spokesperson. “We road man are proud to have Norfolk Who wears a strip-ed shirt. Southern’s 9-1-1 and VeterThis weekend, railroad ans Commemorative locoenthusiasts of all stripes can motives on site for the event indulge their passion when this year. the Tennessee Valley Rail“We will have live demfrom 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, and from 7-9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14, in the Emporium Center at 100 South Gay Street in Knoxville.

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from Denver, the night before his visit to the Telluride Film Festival. “We’ll be able to take it to Knoxville, and we’ll be able to tell them when it’s coming out (Sept. 25), and the people that like

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sion ticket includes entry to Railfest on either day. Live entertainment includes folk and country music featuring the group “No Big Deal” and Norfolk Southern’s band “The Lawmen.” Missionary Ridge Local train rides, a petting zoo, children’s activities, miniature train exhibits, a roving

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be a big bonus.” Knoxville Film Festival executive director Keith McDaniel calls it an “excellent film.” Green, originally from Atlanta, has a bachelor’s from New York University and an MBA from NYU’s Tisch School of Film & Television. He has spent much of the past decade directing short films and producing, but when he started writing “Wildlike” in 2008, he had in mind to make it his feature debut. Apparently, he doesn’t like to do things the easy way. “Wildlike” is about a Mackenzie young teenage girl sent to (Ella Purlive with her uncle in Alaska. nell) and When the living arrangeBart (Bruce ment takes an unexpected Greenwood) turn, she runs away and are unlikely winds up attaching herself traveling to a man on his own solitary companions mission. Green shot the film in “Wildlike.” in remote Alaska, on 35mm film (a rare thing these days), using a bear and several untested humans. it will be able to tell their “We didn’t have to go friends, and soon thereafter as far and cover as much they can find the film. ground as we did, but I “We have a tremendous wanted to,” he says. “I network of supporters be- wanted to film Mackenzie’s cause of all the festivals, journey as much I could and and I think that’s going to capture on film as much of

Alaska as would be practical. Green and his wife had backpacked in Denali National Park and had traveled Alaska by train. “I just saw it as a really amazing backdrop for a movie,” he says. “I’m a lover of the outdoors, and I think I naturally wanted to put the outdoors in my first feature. If it’s going to be in the United States, there’s really nowhere better you can go than Alaska. “I wanted to bring something great to the screen for a first feature. I mean, why not?” Green says “Wildlike” isn’t the kind of movie a studio would make. “It’s an incredible relationship story that happens in an incredible landscape in Alaska,” he says, adding that he intended for the first part of the movie to make viewers feel uncomfortable. “It roughs you up in the beginning, then takes you deep into the heart of humans and nature and where those connect. I don’t really know of a movie to compare it to.” Info: knoxvillefilmfestival. com

Director turns debut into a challenge Film festivals are a great place for independent films to get exposure. Just ask Frank Hall Green, whose feature-directing debut, “Wildlike,” is the opening-night film for the Knoxville Film Festival at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, at Regal Downtown West Cinema 8. “I knew I wanted it to go to a lot of festivals because I thought it was a good way to get it out there,” says Green. When he wasn’t able to get into big festivals like Toronto and Sundance, he started to doubt himself and his film, but then he started getting reaction from smaller but still prestigious festivals. Acceptance letters began pouring in, along with awards. “Wildlike” ended up with invitations to more than 150 film festivals, winning 38 best film and audience awards. The stars, up-and-comer Ella Purnell and veteran Bruce Greenwood, also raked in numerous acting awards. “It didn’t really make

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Rick Riddle of Seven Springs Farm in Maynardville has a lot to say about the history of distilling in East Tennessee. In 1860, the spirits industry was the biggest in the state, with many distilleries operating in Union and Knox counties. Prohibition, he said, devastated the economy of rural Appalachia and gave rise to illegal moonshine distilling and the infamous Thunder Road. “It’s a tremendous history,” said Riddle. Now, six East Tennessee wineries have teamed to create the Thunder Road Wine Trail. Their slogan, “Uncork the History,” points to the burgeoning wine tourism industry here, and the rich history of the area. The trail goes from Knoxville to Watauga Lake, including Blue Slip Winery in Knoxville, Eagle Springs Winery in Kodak, GoodwaToby Strange, owner of the new Zaxby’s in Halls, oversees the ter Vineyards in Mosheim, final stage of construction on the Crippen Road location. Za- Spout Spring Estates in xby’s is set to open Sept. 28, with hiring opportunities starting Blaine, Seven Springs, and Sept. 7. Photo by Beverly Holland Watauga Lake Winery in Butler. Each winery has its own, unique offerings, including specialty wines, tours, local foods and more. The trail encourages wine lovers to get off the Interstate and visit Attorney the back roads. There are Call even deals from other local at Law businesses. Riddle said Pete’s TERMITE AND PEST CONTROL Place in Maynardville will Since 1971 give a discount and waive the corking fee for those bringing

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September 9, 2015

HEALTH & LIFESTYLES NEWS FROM FORT SANDERS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Miracle workers Therapists help woman beat Guillain-Barre Syndrome Her legs had â&#x20AC;&#x153;meltedâ&#x20AC;? beneath her, she couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold a fork to feed herself, and it felt as if she had been in that hospital bed forever. What was to have been a routine trip to her primary care doctor suddenly took on an unexpected urgency when Mary Lynn Long, still recuperating from a recent knee replacement surgery, took two steps on her walker out of her bedroom and toward her front door. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was ready to go and fell right there in that hallway,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My husband was behind me, and my legs â&#x20AC;Ś it was just like they melted, like I had no legs. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stand up. They couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hold my weight. My knee was ne. I knew something else was wrong, and the doctor did too.â&#x20AC;? Thus began Longâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 54-day battle against a crippling disease so rare it strikes only one in every 100,000 people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They ran all kinds of tests â&#x20AC;&#x201C; brain scan, X-rays, spinal tap and a nerve conduction test, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when they came back and told me the diagnosis: Guillain-Barre Syndrome,â&#x20AC;? recalled Long, who had arrived at UT Medical Center by ambulance on March 16. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They had rst suspected it might be multiple sclerosis or ALS (Lou Gehrigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease). That was really frightening because my sister died with MS. She had been tormented with that for years. So I knew what that would do. And I had a friend who had died with ALS. But when they said it was Guillain-Barre, I was relieved because thought it was something that I might be able to recover from, because I had known other people who had had it.â&#x20AC;? So when Alicia Wellens, an admissions liaison from Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center, walked into

Longâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room not long before the end of her 18-day hospital stay, Mary Lynn was con dent Mary Long is back she was in good hands. home and fully â&#x20AC;&#x153;She said that I qualirecovered from her ed for admission to Pat bout with GuillainNeal and wanted to know Barre Syndrome if I could do three hours of after extensive physical therapy a day, and therapy at Patricia I said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Well, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll do my best,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Neal Rehabilitation because I knew Patricia Neal Center. Long feels had a good reputation for strongly about her rehabilitation,â&#x20AC;? said Long, experiences, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a retired licensed practical so thankful for Panurse and Maryville resitricia Neal and their dent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So, they accepted me knowledgeable and my insurance accepted staff there. I just it, and they took me over think they worked a there.â&#x20AC;? miracle!â&#x20AC;? According to Jennifer Steely, PNRCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s director of clinical services, Wellens is one of ve nurses or social workers serving While the transition to PNRC Patricia Neal as admissions liaisons. would be smooth and quick, Long At the request of the attending phy- knew she was facing a tough road sician, these liaisons screen patients ahead. at UT, Fort Sanders Regional and Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a poParkwest as well as handling refer- tentially fatal muscular disorder in rals from non-Covenant Health fa- which the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immune system cilities all over the country. attacks the nerves, not only took â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once the referral is received, away her ability to walk, but the these individuals gather patient paralysis also affected her hands information such as medical his- to the point that she was unable tory, current diagnosis, testing, to feed herself. Fortunately, that lab work, radiology, and physician paralysis began to subside within documentation,â&#x20AC;? Steely explained. the rst week as she underwent a â&#x20AC;&#x153;They also speak with the patient ve-day course of intravenous imand/or family and review therapy munoglobulin. documentation to determine readiâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Then they had to do bloodwork ness to tolerate the required three to see if they would have to give me hours of therapy for ve to seven more, but that seemed to be what it days and need for physical, occupa- took,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After that, I could tional and/or speech therapy. One use my hands a lot better.â&#x20AC;? of those therapies must be physiThe rehab, however, would take cal or occupational therapy. They place at PNRC. On April 2, Long then write a Pre-Admission Screen was wheeled into the nationallyto present to the physical medicine known rehab center and almost and rehabilitation doctors for nal immediately began work. determination of admission.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;They started me out just by put-

ting a board from the wheelchair to the bench and I slid off, then I had to slide back on,â&#x20AC;? Long recounted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every day there was improvement, every day some improvement. You could see it and feel it.â&#x20AC;? With a safety harness, she was eventually able to walk along using the exercise handrails. Then, the day came when the therapist told her, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want you to try some steps on your own.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was scary to me to try to lift my feet up and walk,â&#x20AC;? said Long. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Can I just touch your arm?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; And she said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;OK.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Just that little bit of support encouraged me to take a few steps. We kept working until, about the last week I was there, she put a walker out in front of me and I said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Oh, are we going to do this?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; And she said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Yes, you can do this!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; So I walked the full length of the gym and back with the walker. Then she would add some distance to it every day until I got

to where I could walk 600 feet before I left.â&#x20AC;? In the meantime, Longâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s occupational therapist was busy working on skills she would need at home: cooking, sweeping and driving. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They asked what my goal was when I rst went there and I said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;To be able to walk out of hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; but I really didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if that would happen or not. But it did. I could walk out of there with a walker.â&#x20AC;? She left PNRC on April 22, but returned for twice-a-week outpatient therapy for the next eight weeks. Before she was nished, she was walking on her own. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were just so good! The therapists were so good, so knowledgeable!â&#x20AC;? Long declared. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They knew just what to do for me and how much to push me. They wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let you become discouraged â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You can do this!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; When she put the walker in front of me and I could take those steps â&#x20AC;Ś then I knew that I was going to make it. There were a lot of times when I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think I could do what they were asking me to, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d make a way for you to do it. Show you how, tell you how, and give you a little support if you needed it.â&#x20AC;? Now back at home with no noticeable effects of GBS, Long still works with hand weights and stretch bands to keep building her strength as she re ects on those dark days when was fearing the worst. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was just an unusual time. It really does seem like a dream, but it was real,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You know when something happens like this, you just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening to you. But they kept at it and pulled me through it, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so grateful. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so thankful for Patricia Neal and the knowledgeable staff there. I just think they worked a miracle!â&#x20AC;?

program seeks to prevent injuries through education Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than looking before you leap â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s using your mind to protect your body. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ThinkFirst, a nationwide injury prevention program that strives to teach how life can change in the blink of an eye. Just ask Ashley Hamilton, state director of the Tennessee ThinkFirst chapter and a recreational therapist who daily sees patients come to the Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center with brain or spinal cord injuries that could have been prevented. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You know the old saying is true: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and we at Patricia Neal see that every day,â&#x20AC;? said Hamilton, recalling the countless people she has seen whose lives have been irreparably altered by failing to wear a seat belt or a helmet, texting while driving, diving into shallow water or giving in to peer pressure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a lot of what ThinkFirst teaches. Our motto is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Use your mind to protect your body â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ThinkFirst!â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? ThinkFirst does just that by using knowledge, demonstrations and speakers who have sustained injuries to advance its message at schools, health fairs, commu-

nity pools, festivals and other community events. Funded locally by the Fort Sanders Foundation, ThinkFirst has three curricula for students: ThinkFirst for Kids (grades 1-3), ThinkFirst for Youth (grades 4-8) and ThinkFirst for Teens (grades 9-12). This message of prevention is delivered in a fun, non-threatening way to the youngest audience and with a realistic approach in our high schools, but always with the aim of teaching how fragile the human body truly can be in the hope of shaping decisions. In fact, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States sustain a brain injury, and thousands more sustain a spinal cord injury. Injury is the leading cause of death among people between the ages of one and 44. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The presentation content varies greatly based on the type of presentation requested,â&#x20AC;? said Hamilton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Principals and teachers can choose which topics theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to have their students learn about, be it pedestrian and bicycle safety, water safety, sport safety, play safety, violence prevention, concussions, or any combination of these.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;They can also choose how big â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or how

small â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they want us to go,â&#x20AC;? added Hamilton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For example, a teacher may prefer a small, classroom-type presentation in which we may only have 30-45 minutes to present to a single classroom of 30 students, or they may want to get together with several teachers or a full grade level and have us do a larger assembly that would last 60-90 minutes with 100-200 students. The difference between presentations will be small, such as the amount of time spent with the students or hands-on activities for each student versus a hands-on activity for a few volunteers to show the whole group. Otherwise, they will all have a health care professional teaching about the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s systems and how our choices affect our body in various ways.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It could be considered an outreach program primarily for schools, simply because the school year comprises most of the year and that is what our curricula are centered around,â&#x20AC;? said Hamilton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But it is certainly not limited to schools. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also been presented at various after-school and summer programs as well as the Girl Scouts. We are looking forward to renewing those relationships as well as establishing several more such as the Emerald Youth Foundation, Boy

Scouts, Boys & Girls Club, etc. The possibilities really are endless as our curricula can be adapted and modi ed to t any number of needs.â&#x20AC;? The ThinkFirst for Teens program can also be adapted for other community presentations such as adult driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education, Alcoholics Anonymous, college presentations and other groups or events. Soon, the ThinkFirst national of ce will be launching a Falls Prevention Program geared toward seniors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center sees the repercussions of the lack of education and application on a regular basis,â&#x20AC;? said Hamilton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We teach people how to live with the consequences of their risky behaviors. By partnering with ThinkFirst to help educate on the consequences of these habits, we can not only help prevent life-changing injuries, but we can ultimately help save lives.â&#x20AC;? Interested in holding a ThinkFirst program at your school or event? Want to start a ThinkFirst chapter in your town or facility? Contact Ashley Hamilton at (865) 541-1356 or email apinkert@covhlth.com.

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Boats/Motors/Marine

Transportation Automobiles for Sale Buick LaCrosse CXS 2010, 65K mi, white pearl w/tan leather, all the bells & whistles, $18,800 obo. (865) 230-5608. CADILLAC DEVILLE - 1999. White w/ blue cloth top, 63k mi, garage kept, loaded. $5600. (423)286-8073. 9a-3p Chev Monte Carlo SS 2006 (same model as used in Indy race), white, 5.3L, V8, moonrf, loaded, exc cond, very low mi, orig. owner, $11,000. (865) 851-7386. CHEVROLET IMPALA LT - 2012. 22K, 1 owner, rear spoiler, dual clim. cont. dual air bag syst. Loaded. Orig. in/ out. $13,700. (865)382-0365. CHRYSLER 300 - 2012. V6 Flex Fuel 3.6 Auto; Maroon Exc Cond;Satellite Radio; Back Up Camera;New Tires 51,500 mi., $19,995. (865)387-0870. LEXUS LS 430 - 2004. Great Car! Very smooth ride. All oil changes and maintenance have been done and records are available. 133,000 mi., $9,900. (865)789-7130. MINI CLUBMAN 2011. Very good condition w/extended warranty coverage for 3 years/38k miles. Asking $13,500 Call 423-426-1999 49,010 mi., $13,500. (423)426-1999.

Sports and Imports BMW M3 - 2002. Garage kept. SMG pkg.low miles.Good tires.Fast and fun car. Serious buyers only. 90 mi., $12,500. (865)254-1311. Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible, 2006, 2.4 turbo, leather, heated seats, 23K mi, $10,000, 288-0475. HONDA ACCORD 2002 Sedan. AT, V6, leather seats, sunroof, 1 owner. Loaded. 4 door, $3990. (865) 308-2743. Honda Civic EX 2001, 4 dr, 266K mi, $2500 obo. (865) 922-4433 or (865) 335-9199. KIA SOUL + 2012. 20K mi., 1 owner, gar. kept, great MPG, $13,000. Call 865-919-2292. MERCEDES-BENZ SL-CLASS - 1999. SL500 in excellent condition, inside and out. Has clean Carfax report, silver w/grey leather interior, both tops, well maintained, runs perfect. 91,113 mi., $11,900. (865)984-3542.

PERSONAL watercraft lift, 900 lb cap., dock mounted. $500 obo. (865) 966-2908

190 Roadtrek Popular 2014, silver, Cls B, all fact. opts., leather seats, $80,000 obo. (865) 947-7707. 1992 Foretravel, 40’, diesel, 145K mi, great shape, new tires. Asking $27,500. Text (865)223-2298. 2006 Montana, 32’, 5th wheel, frpl, king bed, BA w/shower, w/d conn. $16,000. Patty (865) 809-3792. ALPINE 2013 5TH WHEEL - 37 ft, 4 slides, 1.5 BA, washer & dryer & more. (865)765-0700. CAMPERS WANTED

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Travel Trailers, 5th Wheels, Popups, Motorhomes. Will pay Cash (423) 504-8036 PROWLER CAMPER, 1989, 29 FT long, good cond. $2500. (865)5915492; (865)591-2162. ROCKWOOD ROO 2011, 21 FS w/ slide. Elec. jack. New batt. Kept in dry. Exc. cond. $13,500/bo (865)771-1360

Motorcycles/Mopeds HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage Softtail 2009, exc. cond., black & silver, Vance & Hines pipes, Mustang Seat, 4K miles, 2nd owner, $12,500. Call 865-924-8010.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON 2004 FLSTC/I Heritage Softail Classic. $8500 Like new. Call for details 865-660-5993 HD Ultra Classic 2006, black cherry, 18,800 mi, many added chrome access. $10,000. (865) 354-3949.

Off Road Vehicles

NISSAN SENTRA SR- 2010. Loaded, like new. 68k mi., new Yokohoma 75K tires, $9600/b.o. (865)382-0365.

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Sport Utility Vehicles Ford Explorer 1998, Eddie Bauer, 149K mi, V8, 4WD, no accidents, sunrf, tow pkg, leather, all records, perfect cond., $3500. (865) 356-9165 HONDA PILOT TOURING 2015. Touring, loaded, white, w/lthr. 3K mi., $29,500. (423) 295-5393.

Trucks Chev S10 1986, completely recond., runs great, 95K act mi, $5300. (865)693-3754.

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Vans Chev 1995 full size handicap van w/ lift, belts, all new tires, new battery, runs good, 107,548 mi. $6,000. (865) 603-3620. CHEVROLET WORK VAN 1995. 350 motor, 197K miles, AT, shelving & divider. $2300 (865)216-5387. TOYOTA SIENNA - 2003. Very good condition, one owner, no accidents. Lthr seats, 4 captains, third row bench, dual pwr sliding doors, ABS exc. tread on tires, new speakers. Srv rec. avail. 190,000 mi., $4500. (865)680-3250.

Classic Cars 1949 Packard Rat Rod. 1930 Packard eng & trans. restored. 1980 Triumph TR7. (865) 406-2208; (865) 548-6194 1959 MORRIS MINOR 1000 Convertible. Two new carbs, Nissan 5 speed transmission. 84,000 mi., $5,000. (865)310-9008. 1969 Chev PU, older restoration, AT, AC, LWB, looks & runs good, $12,000. (865)966-6985. 1983 Mercedes 380SEL, local car, low mileage 107K mi, $3,000; 1995 Buick Roadmaster, loaded, runs good, $2,000. (865) 803-8659. FORD 1934. 5 Window coupe. All steel. Absolutely perfect. all steel & all Ford parts, all chrome, AC, 302 Ford eng. $125,000. (865)983-3106. JAGUAR E-TYPE - 1961-1975. I would like to buy a 1970 or 1971 Mercedes 280SL, or a 1961 - 1975 Jaguar XKE, or a Porsche 911 , 912. I am willing to buy running or not running. Any Condition. I’m a local guy living in Grainger county. If you have one or know of one please call. Call (865)621-4012. MERCEDES-BENZ 380 SL 1984. Conv., both tops, 52K miles, 3rd owner. White w/blue int., $18,500. Call (931)261-0370.

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Boats/Motors/Marine 17’ ALUMINUM CANOE, paddles, trolling motor, battery and more. $250. 865-776-3100 (865)966-7768. CUSTOM MADE HERITAGE Boat Trailer, Twin Axle, Made for SeaRay 250 SLX-will fit 27ft boat.Asking $8500. Call 865.679.1482 (865)560-1591.

Attics, crawl spaces, Walls underpinning, Floorjacking & leveling Siding, doors & windows, Chimney & ﬁreplace repair, block walls & concrete driveways. Call 455-5042 or 688-9142.

SEARAY SUNDECK 24’ 1999 5.7 fuel inj., all options, $15,000. (865)408-2588.

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REGIONAL FLAT BED & PNEUMATIC TANKER DRIVERS Burkhart Enterprises, a well-established, 45 year old business in Knoxville, is looking to add Regional Flat Bed & Pneumatic Tanker Drivers to their team. Drivers with a Class A CDL and a minimum of two years verifiable Flat Bed experience with a good driving record. No DUI’s and No felonies are asked to check out our company and apply with us. COMPANY DRIVER BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Home every weekend • Direct Deposit • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • Insurance (Medical/Dental/Life) • Paid weekly • Qualcomm Equipped • Prepass Equipped FLAT BED & PNEUMATIC TANKER COMPANY DRIVER PAY STRUCTURES ARE AS FOLLOWS: 23% to 25% of gross revenue less accessorial charges. (Pay automatically increases as rates increase) WE ALSO OFFER THE FOLLOWING PAY STRUCTURES: • Breakdown pay • Detention pay • Tarp pay • Additional drop or pick-up pay • Trainer pay • Safety Bonus • Longevity Bonus • Recruiting Bonus For more information, contact us at 865-523-6157

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Jobs Beauty/Barber HAIR CONNECTION - Hair stylist needed. Weekly booth rental, Fountain City area. Call Wed, Thu or Fri, 9am-3pm, ask for Susan. 865-6894714

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Alterations & Sewing

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Men, women, children. Custom-tailored clothing for ladies of all sizes, plus kids! Faith Koker (865)938-1041

Child Care Services

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Young grandmother of 5, non-smoker, retired school psychologist, will sit with children in my home in North Knoxville. Call (865)773-6462

Contractors/Builders

LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Restoration, remodeling, additions, kitchens, bathrooms, decks, sunrooms, garages, etc. Residential & commercial, free estimates. Herman Love (865)922-8804

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Antiques

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Miscellaneous

PIANO OR ACCORDION LESSONS All ages and levels are welcome! Call (865)922-8770

Painting Services

CATHY’S PAINT & WALLPAPER REMOVAL Call (865)454-1793

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Building Materials

TREE WORK

BRICK, GENERAL SHALE - #WMC652, Flashed Patina, apprx. 315. (865)947-6595.

AND POWER STUMP GRINDER Free est, 50 yrs exp! Call (865)804-1034

Cemetery Lots 2 LOTS together, Greenwood Cemetery, sell $2300 each, value $3800 each, (865) 964-9207

Garage Sales

4 LOTS IN LYNNHURST CEMETERY Each lot worth $2000. Selling the 4 for $6000 total (724)263-2792

North GARAGE SALE - Fri & Sat, Sept 11-12, 8am-4pm. Furniture, clothes, HH items. 961 E. Emory Rd. GARAGE SALE - Sept 10 & 11, 8am-3pm. at 3239 Hinds Creek Rd. Car parts, tools, car hauler, toys, clothes, small trailer, small furniture, misc. GARAGE SALE - Sept 11 & 12, 8am-2pm. HH items, clothing & lots more! 4035 Darwin Way in Brown Gap Villas. NEIGHBORHOOD SALE - Thurs & Fri, Sept 10 & 11, 8am-3pm. Clothes, tools, furniture, lots more. Cedar Chase s/d off of Browns Gap, follow signs. YARD SALE - Thu & Fri, Sept 10 & 11, 8am-4pm. and Sat Sept 12, 8am-1pm at 138 Larkspur Dr in Andersonville 37705. Arcadian Spgs s/d. Lots of girls’ and women’s clothes, purses, shoes, all name brand. Toys, etc.

GREENWOOD CEMETERY - 2 lots sideby-side, plus 1 lot, Section 1. Call (865)329-0381. LYNNHURST 2 PLOTS side by side, top of Hill, incl. blank side of large headstone, $3700. Call 865-247-2031.

Collectibles

BUYING OLD US COINS

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

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Farmer’s Mkt/ Trading Post Farm Buildings

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Millen Garage Builders 865-679-5330 Farm Equipment 2004 FARM PRO 2430 4X4 TRACTOR with 6 pieces of equipment. Asking $7600 or make offer. Call 556-9210 or 688-9680. TRACTOR International 464, 650 hrs., diesel. $6500. (865)947-6595.

Blank’s Tree Work Will beat written estimates w/ comparable credentials. All types of Tree Care and Stump Removal

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Breeden's Tree Service Aerial bucket truck Stump grinding Brush chipper Bush hogging Trimming & removing

Exercise Equipment TOTAL GYM - with all accessories, used 1 mo. new 2K, asking $950 obo. (865)922-0262.

Furniture BOOK SHELF - Solid oak, cream color. 36.5” wide, 11” deep, 84.5” tall. 4 adjustable shelves, 1 fixed. (865)414-8928 DINING ROOM SET - Cresent Dining Table Set solid cherry table w/ two leaves makes it 7.5 ft long,8 chairs;china hutch w/ dimmer lighting; inc custom table pad (865)3001552 GLASS TOP TABLE 48” round, with 4 barrel chairs, $3,075; DR TABLE SET 72”L w/2 leaves, 6 chairs, $3,000. BR SET with X-long elec. twin sz bed, gray glass w/chrome trim, $900. (865) 988-9348

Farm Products

AT YOUR SITE LOGS TO LUMBER USING A WOOD MIZER PORTABLE SAW MILL

Heavy Equipment

865-986-4264

DAEWOO FORKLIFT, Refurbished, 6000 lb. lift capacity, air tires, triple stage, S/S, L.P. $10,900 (865)216-5387

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Appliances

DREAM GARDENS

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

KITTENS - Free to good home. Call 256-6711.

Merchandise

Pruning • Logging Bush Hogging Stump Removal Insured

Landscaping/Lawn Service

Experienced, dependable service at reasonable rates! Call Dan for a free estimate! (865)258-3988

Free Pets

Roger Hankins

EDWARDS TREE SERVICE

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

HOMETOWN AIR “Back to the basics”

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Pets

FREE ESTIMATES • LIFETIME EXPERIENCE

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Lennox 17.00 S.E.E.R Heat Pump

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Guaranteed to ﬁx any leak. Special coating for metal roofs, slate, chimney repair. Senior citizen discount. Call 455-5042 or 688-9142.

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PRICED TO SELL, $15,000 OBO. Triton 2000, 21’ fully equipped, fish finder, Minnkota trolling motor, depth sounder, GPS, tandem trailer, 225 HP mtr., exc. cond, gar. kept, 1 owner/(865)966-2527.

NISSAN Altima 2.5S 2012, 33K mi, alloys, spoiler, all power, 35 mpg, like new, $11,500. 865-660-9191

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2002. extra nice, gar. kept, low mileage. $4900. 865-363-9018 (865)363-9018.

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Lawn & Garden

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Restaurant/Food Serv.

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'12 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL, leather, moon roof, low miles! R1752................................... $15,955 '13 Ford Escape SE, 4x4. 2.0 Ecoboost, factory warranty! R1756 .................................... $21,900 '15 Ford Explorer, Limited, 1-owner, all the options, save 1,000's from new $$$! R1754$33,900 '12 Ford Flex, Titanium, fully loaded, vav, roof, wheels, low miles! R1773........................$29,950 Price includes $399 dock fee. Plus tax, tag & title WAC. Dealer retains all rebates. Restrictions may apply. See dealer for details. Prices good through next week.

Knoxville’s Newest Zaxby’s Located at 4020 Crippen Rd. in Halls is currently hiring Cashiers and Cooks. Apply in person on site: Monday-Friday, Sept. 7-11, from 10-6 Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10-2 Monday-Friday, Sept. 14-18, from 10-6 Come Be Part of Our Family!

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SEEKING VENDORS The Union County Heritage Festival is seeking arts-and-crafts vendors, food vendors, demonstrators and nonprofit booths for the festival, to be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Wilson Park in Maynardville. The festival draws more than 4,000 people each year. Info/booth pricing: Marilyn Toppins, mtoppins51@comcast.net.

THROUGH THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Tickets on sale for “The Music and the Memories” show featuring Pat Boone and Knoxville swing orchestra The Streamliners, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center, Oak Ridge High School, 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Info/tickets: KnoxvilleTickets.com or 656-4444.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9 Computer Workshops: Internet and Email Basics, 2 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Requires “Introducing the Computer” or equivalent skills. Info/registration: 525-5431. International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 AAA Driver Improvement Course, 5:30-9:30 p.m., AAA office, 100 W. Fifth Ave. Four-hour course helps reduce points for traffic offenders and teaches how to reduce risk while driving. Cost: $30 members/$35 nonmembers. Must preregister. Info/registration: Kate, 862-9254; Stephanie, 862-9252. First Lutheran 55-Alive seniors group meeting, noon, First Lutheran Church, 1207 N. Broadway. A hot lunch ($8), prepared by school chef Stacy Takonis, will be served at 12:30. Program at 1 p.m.: Ed and Jo Niedens speaking on Rome to Copenhagen and Celebrating D-Day at Normandy. Reservations required: 524-0366. Halls Book Club, 1 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. “Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster” by Jon Krakauer. Info: 922-2552. Heiskell Seniors meeting, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Heiskell Community Center, 9420 Heiskell Road. Walgreens Powell will be hosting a free flu shot clinic; bring insurance info. Guest speaker: representative from Commercial Bank. Bring dessert and a friend. Info: Janice White, 548-0326. Homeschoolers at the Library Part 2: Robotics with the L&N STEMpunks, 2 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Registration required. Info/registration: 922-2552. “Life Is a Puzzle” luncheon hosted by the Knoxville Christian Women’s Connection, 10:45 a.m., Buddy’s Bearden Banquet Hall, 5806 Kingston Pike. Cost: $12. Inspirational speaker Rosa Maria Faulkner will present “Tiaras, Trophies and Tantrums, a Humorous Look at Marriage, Child Rearing and Life Issues.” Child care by reservation only. Info/reservations: 3158182 or knoxvillechristianwomen@gmail.com. Living with Diabetes: Putting the Pieces Together, 2-4 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Topics include: “What Is Diabetes?,” treatment options, blood sugar monitoring, understanding your A1C, stress management, sick day guidelines, barriers to control, behavior changes and goal setting. Info: 689-2681. VFW meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 278-3784.

RiverView Family Farm, 12130 Prater Lane. Lessons, 6:30-7. No alcohol, no smoking. Featuring: two step, swing, line, couples, disco, waltz, mixers and more. Info: 988-8043; 966-1120. Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Movies on Market Square: “Driving Miss Daisy” (PG, 1989); movie begins at dusk. Hosted by the Knox County Public Library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on; well-behaved dogs are welcome. Info: 215-8767 or knoxlib.org/movies. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers. org; on Facebook. Sharps Chapel Fish Fry, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sharps Chapel Senior Center. Bring a side dish to share. Info: 992-3292.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, SEPT. 11-12

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18

Fall consignment sale, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Chilhowee Hills Baptist Church, 4615 Asheville Highway. Info: Shannan, 525-7807 or srebold@freedomchristianacademy.org.

Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Movies on Market Square: “Rio” (G, 2011); movie begins at dusk. Hosted by the Knox County Public Library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on; wellbehaved dogs are welcome. Info: 215-8767 or knoxlib. org/movies. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12 AAA Driver Improvement Course, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., AAA office, 100 W. Fifth Ave. Eight-hour course helps reduce points for traffic offenders and teaches how to reduce risk while driving. Cost: $40 members/$50 nonmembers. Must preregister. Info/registration: Kate, 862-9254; Stephanie, 862-9252. Hogskin History Day, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center, 1936 Liberty Hill Road, Washburn. Admission and parking are free. Info: Mitzi, 497-3603; narrowridge.org. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Info: feralfelinefriends.org. Singing, 7 p.m., Luttrell Baptist Church. Featuring the Ridenour Brothers, Diane Lay and the Leatherwood Church singers, and Chestnut Grove singers. Everyone welcome. Thunder Road Author Rally, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Maynardville Public Library, Main Street, Maynardville. Local authors attending. Meet-and-greet, book sales, book signings. Info: 992-7106.

SUNDAY-MONDAY, SEPT. 13-14 Tennessee Stage Company auditions for “My Three Angels,” 2-4 p.m. Sunday and 7-9 p.m. Monday, Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. Info: 546-4280 or tennesseestage@comcast.net.

MONDAY, SEPT. 14 Coffee, Donuts and a Movie: “Where Hope Grows,” 10:30 a.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info: 525-5431. Family Movie Night: “Book of Life,” 5:30 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info: 525-5431.

MONDAYS, SEPT. 14, 21, 28 “Handbuilding With Clay” class, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Janet McCracken. Registration deadline: Sept. 7. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 15 Crocheted Stocking Cap class, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Hobby Lobby at Turkey Creek. Cost: $25. Info/registration: Monica Schmidt, 406-3971, monicaschmidt.tn@gmail.com, myquiltplace.com/ profile/monicaschmidt. Fall Festival, 5-7 p.m., Morning Pointe, 7700 Dannaher Drive. Free to the community. Food, classic car show, bounce house, balloon magic and more. Charlie Katts concert, 6:15-7 p.m. Celebrating National Assisted Living Week. Info: 686-5771. Honor Guard meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 256-5415. Open enrollment for beginner’s square dance class, 7 p.m., Square Dance Center, 828 Tulip St. Lessons $5; first lesson free. Info: R.G. Pratt, 947-3238.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16

FRIDAY, SEPT. 11 Country Dancing for Seniors, 6:30-10 p.m.,

International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m.,

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Tickets/Events

Adoptions

Public Notices

ADOPT - loving married couple wishes to adopt a baby. Your child will have a stable and loving home filled with lots of hugs and kisses and a lifetime of opportunities. All expenses paid. Please call Kristina & Louis toll free 1-877-255-4202

1966 HONDA 305 VIN# 1001160 If any parties hold an interest in the vehicle, contact the person in posession of the vehicle by certified mail within 10 days: Jerry Jones, 1307 Fieldwood Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

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LOVING, MARRIED COUPLE wishing to adopt a baby. Will give your child a loving, safe, and happy home. Call toll free 800-939-6271

I NEED PLEASE CALL RUDY (865) 567-7426 LOOKING FOR TENNESSEE SEASON TICKETS AND PARKING PASSES - I will buy your Season Tickets or Season Parking Passes for the upcoming Tennessee Vols Season. Text or call me to discuss. 865-919-2505 (865)919-2505 UT FOOTBALL SEASON TICKETS - 3 seats 15-17 Sec. Z12 Row 50; in dry/shade, seat cushions, $2600, (865)719-3069

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Real Estate Rentals Apartments - Unfurn. 1 BR Powell Special 1/2 Rent NOW. Beautiful. No pet fee. Water pd. No Cr. ck. $520 mo. 384-1099; 938-6424.

Real Estate Sales

TN vs OKLAHOMA TICKETS

600 ACRES IN WEST LIBERTY KY / Morgan Co. Great timber investment. Exc. hunting. Creek & stream. 4 mi. from town. $600,000. (229)221-2228

West 3 BR 2 BA ranch, Bearden, fence, 2 car gar., hdwd floors, new roof. $185,000. 865-691-2650

Lake Property Lakefront Mfg home, 3/4 acre, 4 BR, 1920 SF, near I-40 Kingston exit, REDUCED to $59,000. (865 )307-0440

1,2,3 BR $355 - $460/mo. GREAT VALUE RIVERSIDE MANOR ALCOA HWY 970-2267

Plainview 7th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Plainview Community Center. Info: 992-5212.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 Church rummage sale, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 1101 N. Broadway. Household items, toys, children’s clothing, electronics, furniture, more. Info: 523-5687. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Info: feralfelinefriends.org. Luttrell Music Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Luttrell City Park. Music, vendors, activities and more. Info: luttrellbluegrass.com. “Salvage Jewelry” class, 1-4 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Sarah Brobst. Registration deadline: Sept. 12. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net. Sevier Soiree, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Marble Springs State Historic Site, 1220 W. Gov. John Sevier Highway. Tickets: $50; includes live music, dinner, silent auction. Info: 573-5508. Singing, 7 p.m., Hickory Valley Missionary Baptist Church, 2229 Walker Ford Road, Maynardville. Everyone welcome.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 19-20 Country Market, Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Arts, crafts, antiques, classic car cruise-in, Model T club, music and more. Admission: $5; 12 and under free. Info: ramseyhouse.org. John Sevier Days Living History Weekend, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Marble Springs State Historic Site, 1220 W. Gov. John Sevier Highway. Admission: $5 adult; $3 child; 6 and under free. Includes demonstrations, food, music and more. Info: 573-5508; info@marblesprings.net; marblesprings.net.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 20 Gospel singing featuring the Sneed Family, 6 p.m., New Beverly Baptist Church, 3320 New Beverly Church Road. Free, but love offering will be taken. Info: 5460001; NewBeverly.org.

MONDAY-FRIDAY, SEPT. 21-OCT. 2 Submissions accepted for jurying process at Appalachian Arts Craft Center in Norris. Must include completed forms, three samples of work and $25 jury fee. Info/forms: www.appalachianarts.net; 494-9854; 2716 Andersonville Highway in Norris.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 “Basic Wire Wrapped Rings” class, 6-7:30 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Kathy King. Registration deadline: Sept. 15. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net. Open enrollment for beginner’s square dance class, 7 p.m., Square Dance Center, 828 Tulip St. Lessons $5; first lesson free. Info: R.G. Pratt, 947-3238.

Apartments - Unfurn. BROADWAY TOWERS 62 AND OLDER Or Physically Mobility Impaired 1 & 2 BR, util. incl. Laundry on site. Immediate housing if qualified. Section 8-202. 865-524-4092 for appt. TDD 1-800-927-9275

Clean 3 rooms, stove & refrig furn., near Chilhowee Park, $250 every 2 wks + dep. 865-453-5079 MORNINGSIDE GARDENS 1 BR Apt Now Available A/C, Heat, Water & Electric Included OnSite Laundry, Computer Center & Resident Services Great location! On the Bus Line! Close to Shopping! Rent Based on Income, Some Restrictions Apply Call 865-523-4133. TODAY for more information

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Condos Unfurnished AWESOME LOCATION. Like New 2BR/ 2BA. Just remodeled. New Everything. Tile, Stunning Pergo wood floors, Lighting, Paint, New bathrooms. W/In closets.Deck. Next to Adair park.2 min to Broadway &I-640. $99k. Will finance@ 6%. $5K down. 423-351-3410

NORWOOD MANOR APTS. Accepting Applications 1, 2, & 3 BR. On busline Equal Housing Opportunity 865-689-2312

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ONE-OF-A-KIND! This 1800's home sits on 11+ acres w/breathing taking property views of French Broad River. Charming w/FP in almost every rm, 10-12' ceilings, original warm cherry wood, & original restored staircases. Pond w/bluegill, catﬁsh & bass. Barn & stg shed. Fruit trees: Fig, pear, apple, peach & mulberry. $349,900 (937066)

E KNOX – Excellent condition! This 3BR/2BA rancher is move-in-ready. Enjoy the covered front porch & plenty of stg in 8' tall crawl space. $95,000 (937604)

POWELL – Great 1-level open floor plan. This 3BR/2BA home has cathedral ceilings, hdwd floors, lg pantry & laundry off kit. Covered front porch & 2-car gar. Extra stg: floored attic & stg bldg stay. $145,000 (936958)

WEST – Great location! This 3BR/3BA sits on lg corner lot. Formal living & dining rm w/den off kit. Mstr BR has walk-in closet. Ofﬁce & rec rm down w/wet bar & full BA. Oversized 2-car gar great for boat or workbench area. $185,000 (936633)

Justin Bailey < GATED 36+ACRE ESTATE lake & mtn views. Custom 4BR/6BA home has everything you need all on 1 level, full BA off each BR, 2nd story theater/game rm with full BA & workout rm. Enjoy the orchard & bring your animals. Barn: 2,400 SF, 7 stalls, hay loft & 1,800 SF apartment. Several possible building sites. $1,200,000 (932763)

POWELL – 3BR/2BA, 2-story w/natural bamboo hdwd ﬂrs, vaulted ceilings, crown moldings, lg fam rm w/stone gas FP, kit w/breakfast bar, formal DR, mstr suite on main w/Jacuzzi & sep shower, walk-in closets, lg bonus rm, oversized 12x48 deck great for entertaining. Reduced! $269,900 (938609)

HALLS – Brick & stone, 4BR/3.5BA home in the Harbor Cove section of Timberlake. This home features tray & vaulted ceilings, lg kit w/hickory cabinets, granite tops, island & lg pantry. Mstr on main w/4BRs & bonus/theater rm. Deck in back great for entertaining. Neighborhood amenities include: Pool, tennis, playground & clubhouse. $289,900 (935051)

KARNS – Custom-built home w/ breathtaking views. This brick bsmt rancher sits on private 1 acre+/- w/saltwater inground pool. Plenty of rm for everyone! This home features: Mstr suite w/ oversized closet, den w/FP, rec rm w/FP & wet bar, lg screened porch & deck overlooking pool, 4-car gar, wkshp, storm celler & plenty of stg. $579,900 (927401)

WELL KEPT! Enjoy the covered front porch of this 2BR/2BA. Features: Mstr suite w/full BA, laundry rm & pantry. Level backyard w/fenced-in area & 8x12 stg bldg. Extra parking. Across from Shannondale Elem. $99,900 (921405)