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BUZZ City, county, state to discuss mall area Alice Bell Spring Hill Neighborhood Association will host representatives from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, the city of Knoxville and Knox County at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, at Alice Bell Baptist Church. This meeting is open to anyone concerned about the future of the Knoxville Center mall area. Info: Ronnie Collins, abshna@aol.com

Kidney transplant Gretchen Hollifield reported Monday that her husband, Junior Hollifield, was recovering after a kidney transplant. We reported last week about Allison King, Gretchen’s fitness coach, donating a kidney to Hollifield. “Both patients are doing well, but are in pain,” Gretchen Hollifield wrote. Both have been discharged from the hospital.

Voting Rights is topic for PSCC “Voting Rights Act of 1965: What’s Our Responsibility?” is the title of a panel discussion at Pellissippi State Community College’s Magnolia Avenue Campus, 1610 E. Magnolia Ave, at 12:55 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22. Panelists Virgil Davis, Pellissippi State faculty member; Daniel Brown, Knoxville city council member; the Rev. Gordon Gibson, Civil Rights activist; and Phyllis Nichols, president of Knoxville Area Urban League, will discuss the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the responsibility of citizens to vote and the consequences of not voting. Panel moderator is Georgiana Vines. Event is free and open to the community.

FC Art Center Fountain City Art Center has a show for members underway; and Stephanie Carter is selling bouquets from her property on Tazewell Pike. Cindy Taylor has the details.

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Thanks, coach Sandra Clark recalls Tommy Schumpert’s contributions to Knox County’s parks.

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Vols fall short Marvin West looks at Saturday’s game with Oklahoma and concludes: Vols not ready for prime time.

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Broadway project awaits funding By Sandra Clark TDOT has tweaked its plans for improvements at Broadway and I-640 to accommodate bike and pedestrian access in response to comments at previous public meetings. Representatives from TDOT and its engineering consultant, CDM Smith, were at Fountain City Business and Professional Association Sept. 9 to present revised plans and take questions/comments. Michael W. Russell is project manager with the Tennessee Department of Transportation. “This project doesn’t address all traffic needs on Broadway and Tazewell Pike, but it will address safety and congestion concerns at the interchange,” he said. “It’s been a balancing act to minimize the impact on the environment, businesses and property owners

about worn out the parking lot at CiCi’s Pizza,” said one. A new wrinkle is a video by Fountain City resident Hollis Loveday that simulates traffic flow in 2034. Such projections are both “an art and a science,” said Loveday, who works for CDM Smith and also was a victim of an accident at Russell Loveday this interchange. Russell expects TDOT to comwhile looking at safety and traffic plete right-of-way acquisition this year. TDOT anticipates letting this flow. “We have met with the city and project in December 2015. But it’s identified opportunities for en- wait-and-see for construction hancing pedestrian movements funding. Although the project is in within public right-of-way,” he TDOT’s 3-year plan for 2015, the said. Surplus land can be added to state must wait on federal funding. the city’s greenway system. Major changes include: The other “greenway,” Green■ Two ramps and a barrier wall way Drive, still lacks a left turn onto Broadway under the design. to eliminate the weave of southMotorists must turn right and bound traffic from Broadway and circle back toward town. “We’ve Tazewell Pike to access I-640

westbound. Each lane will have its own on-ramp and both will be extended to allow more distance to merge into I-640. ■ A new loop ramp will put northbound Broadway traffic onto I-640 west; currently traffic makes a left turn off Broadway at a traffic signal. ■ Tazewell Pike traffic will travel southbound on Old Broadway to Broadway. The first phase of the interchange improvement was completed in 2002 at a cost of $22.5 million, Russell said. The first phase focused primarily on the south side of the interchange while phase 2 will focus primarily on the north side of the interchange. Additional details are available at tn.gov/tdot or by calling the TDOT community relations office at 865-594-0161.

Law enforcement goes high tech By Sandra Clark Sheriff Jimmy “J.J.” Jones deferred to his chief administrative officer, Lee Tramel, when Sheriff’s Office personnel visited the Powell Business and Professional Association last week. “We can’t do our job without the help of the community,” said Tramel, and Taser body cameras are just the latest initiative. “We’ve had in-car cameras since 1994, and now we have body cams. … This is a game-changer Lee Tramel at PBPA for the way we process information.” for crime reports. Just go to knoxTaser is the manufacturer, and sheriff.org and click on the app the devices can be worn on an of- store. Knox County now stores ficer’s lapel, glasses or hat. And evidence in the cloud at evidence. although he concedes there may com, Tramel said. be privacy issues, Tramel wants “Our detectives use analytics to to make the tapes available to the scope out (crime) patterns. We can public. get more done by working smarter He and Jones favor technology, than by working harder.” and many of their innovations The biggest challenge to law enhave been adopted by adjoining forcement? jurisdictions. An example is the “Opiates,” said Tramel. “These crime map, available online. The drugs are mind-altering. They site provides data on crime calls take over your body.” He said 99 and officer responses by area, percent of local crime is driven by street or household. drugs. And there’s even a phone app Of the Sheriff’s $74 million

budget, $39 million is spent in buck.”“We don’t get any bang for corrections, where, Tramel says, our buck.” “We don’t get any bang for our

Broadway/Gibbs Drive rezoning

nears solution A compromise is in the works for two lots on Broadway near Gibbs Drive. Knoxville City Council kicked the rezoning back to the Metropolitan Planning Commission Sept. 1, asking MPC to consider rezoning the lot closer to Gibbs Drive for office use and the lot closer to Chickfil-A for commercial use. MPC had previously approved both lots for office use following a lawsuit that broke the deed restrictions barring business use on the land. Markus Chady, a Gibbs Drive resident and architect who also chairs the county’s Board of Zoning Appeals, said both the neighborhood and the council have a responsibility to protect historic neighborhoods.

“The key to striking this compromise is conditioned by deed restrictions.” Wayne Kline represented Smith-Lindsey Development LLC. He said deed restrictions will regulate future development. Council member Nick Della Volpe said, “We’re working on a solution that everyone can live with,” in making the motion to refer the issue back to MPC. Smith-Lindsey originally asked for commercial zoning, saying market conditions on Broadway are better for retail than offices, but MPC rejected that request, recommending office use only. So now it’s back to MPC and then back to City Council, which has the final say. – S. Clark

Midway Road revs up; residents fear done deal By Betty Bean Last fall, the Development Corporation of Knox County put a bunch of county commissioners on a bus and took them to four of the county’s eight industrial/ business parks – WestBridge, Hardin, Eastbridge and the Pellissippi Corporate Center – but one place they didn’t visit, or even talk about, was Midway Road, the site of an almost 20-year battle between Knox County government and East Knox residents bent on preserving the rural character of their community. So far, the citizens have staved off the business park, but District 8 County Commissioner Dave Wright, who represents the Midway Road area, made a prediction: “Nothing (is happening now) – but it’s going to be something someday, and we’ve got kids graduating every year from Carter and the Career Magnet Academy who’ll be looking for a job. I’d rath-

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er see them on the Midway Road exit as opposed to Hardin Valley.” Mayor Tim Burchett, who says the county needs to make good on its $10 million investment (now written down to $6.4 million after TVA took a chunk for a transfer station) or divest itself of the property, is making a new push to get community acceptance in the form of a bus tour and a cookout. Two more public meetings organized by the Development Corporation indicate that “someday” has arrived. The meetings are Thursdays, Sept. 17 and Oct. 8, both from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Carter Elementary School cafeteria. Asked on “Tennessee This Week” what’s changed, Burchett said residents of East Knox County trust him after he’s kept his promises on schools and taxes. Elaine Davis, president of the French Broad Preservation Association, said she and other community leaders had been assured

that they would be included on the ground floor of any new planning process, but she was concerned when she learned that plans for Midway got underway four months ago. She said she first learned about it from a media report late last month. “Evidently we are part of some new process, but East Knox County constituents have not been there in the beginning,” she said. “We want to be a part of the process. We are asking for transparency, a seat at the table and to have input on what’s being put into our community.” Wright said he warned his fellow board members to get the neighborhood involved. (He sits on the governing board of the Development Corporation because he was vice chair and now chair of Knox County Commission.) “I was asked at a board meeting why I opposed Midway, and I said, ‘Because I represent those people.’

I told them, ‘If you’re going to do something out there, and do what you did in the past, you’ll come out with the same result.’” Burchett said a KUB proposal to handle wastewater will have safeguards against other developments tying in, and opens up the way to lay a sewer line to Loves Creek or Eastbridge. He said he will work to get community buyin. “We need to grow the tax base. That’s the way you grow an economy – not by taxing people more.” Bill Emmert, whose home is bordered by the proposed business park, worries that it will cut off access to Thorn Grove Cemetery, run cooperatively by three neighborhood churches. “The county’s been doing a lot of quiet work on this thing, but we’re still against it. And we wonder if they’ve told Tim (Burchett) the whole truth, because he’s been with us in the past.”

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Eddie Check aims to honor a dad and save lives Free prostate cancer screenings can detect cancer early

evin Kirkland was a high school senior on the football practice field when he learned his father, Eddie, had been diagnosed with late-stage prostate cancer. Four years later, his dad died from the disease. Kirkland doesn’t want anyone else to go through that experience. Eddie Kirkland’s diagnosis was particularly difficult for Kevin because his mother had died a year before from breast cancer. Breast cancer was just gaining the public’s attention, while prostate cancer lurked in the shadows. “Back in 1972, you didn’t hear people talk about prostate health, you didn’t hear people talk about PSA tests because there were no PSA tests,” he says. “I always said one day I wanted to do something that impacted men’s health like breast cancer awareness has impacted women’s health.” More than 30 years later, Eddie Check was born. The program pairs free PSA tests for men with a Medic blood drive. The first event in 2004 had one Medic bus and did 50 PSA tests and collected 50 units of blood. At its beginnings, the initiative was called the Eddie Kirkland Memorial Blood Drive and Free PSA Testing Event Radio talk show host Phil Williams said ‘come get your Eddie Check’ on the air one year and the name stuck. The event is coordinated by Nisus Corp., where Kirkland now serves as president and CEO. A year later, there was a second event, expanded to a second location. This year, there will be Eddie Check drives in 10 locations throughout eight East Tennessee counties. The initiative involves live radio shows on location with partners including News Talk 98.7, WIVK and WNML and an annual blood drive contest with football fans at the University of Florida. Last year, the program collected 1,200 units of blood with more than 1,000 PSA tests conducted. “All of a sudden it really started gaining its own strength and its own personality,” Kirkland says. “We’ve had tremendous support from the hospital community over the years. And then when Provision Center for Proton Therapy opened, they became our medical sponsor, and they’ve been an absolutely wonderful advocate and partner. And the Provision CARES Foundation now

Proton Therapy Facts: ■ Proton therapy is NOT experimental ■ Proton therapy was approved by the FDA in 1988 ■ Medicare/CMS have reimbursed proton therapy since 2000 ■ More than 100,000 patients have been treated with proton therapy worldwide ■ The cost of proton therapy for prostate cancer is now the same or lower than conventional treatments, without the damaging side effects ■ A five-year, peer-reviewed study released by the University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute found that 99% of prostate cancer patients remain cancer-free ■ There are 1.6 million new cases of cancer diagnosed each year ■ Tennessee ranks fifth in the nation for deaths from cancer

Eddie Kirkland circa 1943. Kirkland, a Staff Sergeant in the Marines and WWII veteran, passed away from prostate cancer in 1976. The Kirkland family started Eddie Check to honor him and to spread awareness and encourage men to get regular preventive prostate cancer checks.

Kevin Kirkland (left) and prostate cancer survivor Jim Gorman (right) of Eddie Check. This is Eddie Check’s eleventh year of offering PSA tests to East Tennessee.

pays for all of the PSA tests.” The event allows men, many of whom are hesitant to set up an annual physical exam, to get the PSA test for free while also performing a community service. “Men don’t really like to go to the doctor, let’s just face it, they don’t,” Kirkland says. “With Eddie Check they can just stop by and get a free PSA test.” For Kevin Wathen of Maryville, getting a PSA test through Eddie Check revealed what a recent trip to his doctor had not: an elevated PSA level. A follow-up biopsy with a urologist revealed that nine of the 12 samples tested positive for cancer. “There were no symptoms to tell me there was a problem,” Wathen says. “If I hadn’t had the test done I wouldn’t have given it any thought.” As a result of Eddie Check, Wathen learned of his diagnosis and became an early patient at Provision Center for Proton Therapy. There, his prostate cancer was treated with protons, a type of radiation that pinpoints a tumor and spares much of the healthy tissue around it. This reduces side effects such as incontinence and impotency as well as discomfort during the time of treatment. Wathen was one of the ﬁrst to receive hypofractionated proton therapy treatments at the center, a shortened, more intense course that allows therapy duration to be cut in half. “It still doesn’t feel like I ever had cancer,” he says. Wathen says he would recommend men of all ages taking advantage of the free annual PSA test, at least to establish a baseline for further testing. “Especially with Eddie Check being available at no charge,” Wathen says. “I’d do it every year.” As Eddie Check has grown and expanded, Kirkland says more men locally are becoming familiar with the risk of prostate cancer and how to keep tabs on their health. After 11 years of the Eddie Check program, men often approach him to discuss early detection. “I think the education and the promotion we put out for prostate health have really resonated,” he says, adding that other programs coordinated by local hospitals and advocacy organizations have provided a boost to the most common of men’s cancers. “I think all of that has really improved education on prostate health. It has made us proud to be a small part of that.”

Get checked! Eddie Check will be held at six locations on Thursday and seven on Friday (10 different locations) in eight East Tennessee counties including Knox, Anderson, Scott, Hamblen, Cocke, Blount, Roane and McMinn. Blood samples for PSA screenings will be taken at every location during all hours, even if you don’t donate blood. The free PSA screenings are available for men 40 years of age or older, or in the event of family history at an age 10 years younger than the affected relative's age at his cancer onset. “Early detection is always the best protection against prostate cancer,” said Marcio Fagundes, MD, medical director of the Provision Center for Proton Therapy. “The prostate speciﬁc antigen (PSA) test is one tool that men have available to detect the presence of prostate cancer. While an elevated PSA does not always mean cancer is present, it is an important benchmark for

men to monitor and share with their family physician.”

Thursday, September 17 ■ MEDIC Donor Center, 1601 Ailor Ave., Knoxville, 8:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sports Radio WNML remote, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

■ MEDIC Donor Center-Farragut, 11000 Kingston Pike (behind Pittsburgh Paints), Farragut, 9 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Gunner WIVK FM remote, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. ■ Provision Center for Proton Therapy, 6450 Provision Cares Way, Knoxville (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Hallerin Hill News/Talk 98.7 FM remote, 6:00-10:00 a.m.; Phil Williams News/Talk 98.7 FM remote, 3:00-6:00 p.m. ■ Books-A-Million, 310 S. Illinois Ave., Oak Ridge (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Walmart-Morristown, 475 S. Davy Crockett Pkwy., Morristown (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Walmart-Oneida, 19740 Alberta St., Oneida (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Visit Provision online at ProvisionProton.com or call 865-862-1600.

Friday, September 18

■ MEDIC Donor Center, Headquarters, 1601 Ailor Ave., Knoxville, 8:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Phil Williams News/Talk 98.7 FM remote, 3:00-6:00 p.m. ■ MEDIC Donor Center-Farragut, 11000 Kingston Pike (behind Pittsburgh Paints), Farragut, 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ■ Provision Center for Proton Therapy, 6450 Provision Cares Way, Knoxville (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Gunner WIVK FM remote, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ■ Walmart-Newport, 1075 Cosby Hwy., Newport (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ New Midland Plaza, 232 S. Calderwood St., Alcoa (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Lowe’s-Athens, 1751 South Congress Pkwy., Athens (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Kingston Church of Christ, Kingston, 120 Spring Street, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Family Center Room Visit www.provisionproton.com/ eddiecheck for more information.

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land to grow a garden. They started with vegetables, but Carter’s heart was in flowers. Once she researched the best way to grow large amounts of blooms, she set about turning her dream into a reality. “I work full time, and this flower garden is a vision I had,” she said. “I’ve always liked having flowers in the house, and I thought other people would like that, too, especially if they had easy access to fresh flowers.” Carter planted this spring and pitched her tent by the road for the first time in June. Business has been going well. She often includes blooms and fillers in her bouquets that she didn’t plant. She says God put them in her garden. Her inaugural garden is completely organic both in Neighbor Debbie Medley saw the sign for flowers and stopped to purchase a bouquet from the planting and the growStephanie Carter. ing. Carter harvests early morning for the day’s sales. She will make any bouquet of cut flowers to suit her buyer. She says a good cut flower will last in a vase for one week at a minimum. Stephanie Carter. Carter sets Just down the road beShe adds nothing to the waup a tent on her property by tween Fountain City and ter and changes it every day the road every Saturday to Gibbs is a place where neighfor cut flowers. sell her bouquets. bors often come to sit a spell Cindy “Your water is important When Carter and her and visit with friends under Taylor because the flowers keep livhusband purchased the plot the shade of giant oak trees. on Tazewell Pike four years ing even after they are cut,” Others stop in for the beautiago, it came with enough she said. “If you wouldn’t ful flowers grown on-site by drink out of the vase, you shouldn’t put your flowers in it.” Carter grows SStephanie te Carter in her flower garden Thumbelina, Photos P ho by Cindy Taylor zinnias, cosmos, marigolds, gladiolas This “My real vision is to and many other fall Cart- branch out into weddings. flowers. She er will I would like to have brides grew a Moulin Moulin Rouge sunflower have or- and their mothers come into Rouge sunflower from Carter’s garden ange and my garden to pick their own this year but so w h i t e flowers for the wedding.” far has had only zinnias Master’s Bouquet is at one bloom. “I love my job, but I’m and multicolored sunflow- 6422 Tazewell Pike. Just stuck in an office five days ers to sell. She plans to be look for the tent at the side a week. This is my hobby. open until frost. She calls her of the road and neighbors Next year I won’t have to hobby Master’s Bouquet. She gathered in the shade. buy any seed because I am has started small but doesn’t Contact Cindy Taylor at ctaylorsn@gmail. com. plan to stay that way. harvesting my own.”

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Lee Edge’s watercolor is just one type of 2-D artwork to see at the opening reception for the members show.

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A beautiful necklace by Leslie Feulner is an example of 3-D artwork by center members.

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The Fountain City Art riety of 2-D and 3-D artCenter will feature the work. ninth annual members The show will open show featuring a wide va- with a reception, 6:30 to

8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, and will remain on exhibit until Oct. 23. Everyone is welcome to attend the opening reception. Art center hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. It is at 213 Hotel Ave.

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Marleen Davis to run for County Commission Marleen Davis was recruited to come to Knoxville 20 years ago by a search committee that ended up offering her the position of dean of the University of Tennessee’s College of Architecture and Design. When she accepted, she b e c a m e the fourth A merican woman to hold such a position and the youngest dean at UT. She has an Marleen Davis undergraduate degree in architecture

Betty Bean from Cornell, a master’s from Harvard and a daunting string of awards, honors and accomplishments. She was dean of the school of architecture for nine years and has been a full-time faculty member in the years since. In 2006, she was recognized as a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects. In 2013, she was named Association of Collegiate Schools of Archi-

tecture Distinguished Professor. But it’s not as though Davis has led a “town and gown,” ivory-tower existence. Her resume includes a hefty list of community volunteer work, including co-chairing Nine Counties, One Vision’s Downtown Taskforce Downtown Design Review Board and serving on the boards of the East Tennessee Community Design Center and the Tennessee Theatre Foundation. And now, Davis, a Democrat, mother of two grown sons and longtime resident of Sequoyah Hills, has decided to run for the Fourth

Keynote speaker Cheryl Strayed and Legacy Parks Foundation executive director Carol Evans say farewell after the Friday luncheon. Strayed attended an informal reception Thursday night that also raised money for Legacy Parks. Photo by Betsy Pickle

G&O Trail to connect Kerns Building with Mead’s Quarry By Betsy Pickle The 10th annual Legacy Luncheon for the Parks celebrated gifts. Carol Evans, executive director of Legacy Parks Foundation, saved the most intriguing gift for last. “Working with Gulf & Ohio Railroad, we are going to create the G&O Trail, a three-mile, multi-use trail stretching from Chapman Highway from the Kerns Building, all the way into the heart of the Urban Wilderness at Mead’s Quarry at Ijams Nature Center,” she said. The new trail will connect the merchants and businesses of the Chapman area with South Knoxville’s nearby neighborhoods and parks and with the amenities of downtown.” “Just like New York’s High Line or Atlanta’s BeltLine, it can be

iconic for our city,” said Evans. “It will be a commuter route; it will be a recreational route and provide a key link to our Urban Wilderness.” Evans thanked Pete Claussen, founder and CEO of Gulf & Western, and his wife, Linda, for their generosity. The Claussens previously donated land for Seven Islands Wildlife Refuge, now Seven Islands State Birding Park. She also thanked the crowd for celebrating the foundation’s 10th birthday with her and her staff. “Over the past 10 years, we’ve raised a little over $4 million for parks and outdoor space,” she said. “We’ve added about 400 acres of parkland in Knox County and have helped protect over 1,000 acres of land in East Tennessee. We think that’s a great start.”

District County Commission seat next year. Lots of people are going to ask her why. Here’s what she’ll say: “As a career educator and as an architect, I understand the importance of our neighborhood, schools, commercial districts and parks in creating a great quality of life, which also improves the economic well-being of the county.” That’s her formal answer. She also believes that Democrats need to contend for local races. “I come from a large family that is split Democrat/ Republican. I see myself

as a moderate, and I will be looking for common ground. That’s the basis of our government. Too many people believe that compromise is a dirty word – that goes for being red or being blue, being left or right.” Republicans in the race include incumbent Jeff Ownby, Janet Testerman and Hugh Nystrom. Recognizing that one of County Commission’s most contentious duties is presiding over land use and zoning disputes between neighborhoods and developers, she says she believes that her consensus-seeking philosophy will serve her well in these matters. “Developers like planning. With a plan that is flexible and not rigid, we

have a clear path forward for economic growth. And with a clear plan, you can attract business. A clear direction is very important for the private sector,” she said. As an architect, Davis describes herself as a “21st century person” and cites the McGhee Tyson Airport as one of her favorite local buildings because of its use of local materials and representation of its surroundings. “It’s beautiful, and it’s functional.” She also likes the City County Building, with its low-lying Main Street façade and its multi-story Hill Avenue annex. And she’s hoping to spend a lot more time there in the future.

More names surface for Supreme Court Last week, this column discussed whom Gov. Haslam might name to replace Justice Gary Wade on the state Supreme Court. Space did not permit a full discussion. In fact this column mentioned only two well-known names, state Attorney General Herb Slatery and U.S. Rep. John Duncan. Duncan actually has more experience in public office than Slatery, having served as a Criminal Court judge for seven years, plus his 27 years in Congress. He is a few years older than Slatery. Slatery gets good reviews on his first year as state AG, and he has more experience practicing law. Both could easily be confirmed by the Legislature. Slatery’s appointment would trigger a new attorney general being named by the state Supreme Court for the remaining seven years of the term. Duncan’s appointment would trigger a special election to fill the congressional seat he now holds for the remaining eight months of his term, plus the regular 2016 election in November after the August GOP primary. However, let’s assume Slatery and Duncan do not seek the seat on the state high court. Then where does Haslam go next? He can take the appellate route and pick from existing judges like Kenny Armstrong on the appellate court from West Tennessee, which would place an AfricanAmerican on the top court.

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Haslam might want to be the first Republican governor since Lamar Alexander to appoint an African-American to the high court. He might go to Thomas “Skip” Frierson, also on the appellate court but from East Tennessee. Federal magistrate Bruce Guyton from Knoxville is a possibility. Current legal counsel to the governor Dwight Tarwater is being discussed. Former Haslam city law director Morris Kizer is another name. He served on a special Supreme Court recently. Members of the Legislature are barred from appointment for the term they are currently serving. The state judiciary would prefer a current judge from the state system. However, there is an argument to be made that a court is better rounded when its occupants have a diversity of experience and not be channeled from the appellate courts only. It is all up to Haslam. My intuition suggests Slatery has the inside track if he wants it. But does he want it? If that happens, it will be interesting to see if the legisla-

tive confirmation process is pro forma or a real inquiry into the background and qualifications of the nominee. Who would replace him as attorney general? Tarwater? Kizer? Someone else? Slatery will get to vote on his successor. ■ Dale Smith is leaving as head of the troubled Public Building Authority in three and a half months. He is the highestpaid person working today in the City County Building at the $190,000 range. His reported successor is Jayne Burritt, who is on staff and was endorsed by Mayors Rogero and Burchett without a search process. She currently has a salary in the $130,000 range but is expected to be bumped up to the $160,000 range when she takes over. The talk is also her position will not be filled, saving more money. Again, the PBA members apparently will accept these recommendations. Actually it is the Public Building Authority that hires and sets salaries, but the members are clearly following the instructions of the two mayors, even though they are supposed to be an independent board. Though appointed by the mayors, they cannot be removed by them during their term. It is surprising that Rogero has abandoned a search process as she is normally all about a transparent process in hiring, but not this time.

Tommy Schumpert’s gift of parks parks and recreation. That’s his legacy. Victor Ashe correctly gets credit for parks and greenways during his 16 years as Knoxville mayor, but Schumpert in his eight years moved Knox County Sandra forward with the creation Clark of the park on Fountain City Road which bears his name. He converted unused, As county executive (be- county-owned land on fore his successor lobbied Tazewell Pike to the Beverly a name change to “mayor”) Park with a clubhouse – a Schumpert advocated for place for kids to learn the

game and life skills of golf. He brought community ball parks under the county’s wing, freeing parents to watch the games instead of hustling hot dogs to pay the light bill. There are more – look at Seven Islands, fishing piers in Concord, House Mountain, etc. But Schumpert’s best move came after he left office. Ten years ago he helped establish the Legacy Parks Foundation. He served as its first board chair and worked

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hard to help Halls residents raise the money to purchase 11 acres for Clayton Park. Last week, the foundation sold out its 1,000-seat luncheon at $100 per plate. Executive Director Carol Evans is clearly the town’s best promoter. Awesome event. Great cause. Good folks. Over $4 million raised for parks and outdoor space. And 400 acres of parkland in Knox County. Thanks, coach!

Tommy Schumpert, whose vision created Legacy Parks Foundation, with niece Kim Schumpert (at left) and wife Charlotte. Photo by Betsy Pickle

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HALLS/FOUNTAIN CITY Shopper news • SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 • A-5

Seat C candidates reveal differences at forum Last week’s City Council candidate forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters at Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church, was the best attended of this year’s crop of forums, suggesting that voters might actually be interested in the three contested City Council seats. The contest for at-large Seat C, now held by Finbarr Saunders, is the most interesting. Two of the four candidates will move forward to the Nov. 3 general election following the Sept. 29 primary, and two will go home. Early voting for the primary runs through Sept. 24. Saunders’ opponents are event planner and marketer Kelly Absher, Sequoyah Hills resident and smallbusiness owner Paul Bonovich, and math tutor and Pond Gap Neighborhood Association president David Williams. Incumbents have the advantage in a forum setting. They’ve spent hours mull-

businesses would follow. His wrapup was two words: Vote Absher. Bonovich showed more Wendy depth but exhibited a tenSmith dency to ramble. When he answered the question about development along Magnolia, he asked why ing over complex topics and there is no Walmart in the are practiced public speak- area, and quickly followed ers. Saunders clearly came by saying that local business across as the most knowl- is good business. edgeable of the bunch. Like the other non-inAbsher, who described cumbents, he found himself himself as a strong supporter in the woods when asked of entrepreneurship and a how a proposed safety cen“voice for everyone,” lacked ter might be supported. Indepth. He called citywide In- stead of addressing fundternet a necessary part of the ing, Bonovich pondered city’s infrastructure, and sug- how intoxicated and mengested it again when asked if tally ill offenders would be the economic needs of those transported. The police dein poverty are getting enough partment isn’t equipped to attention from city govern- deal with such inmates and ment. would “handle them with Asked how to quicken the more force than is necespace of development along sary,” he said. the Magnolia Avenue corDuring his response, ridor, Absher said empty Saunders said that police buildings should be given officers are trained in crisis to entrepreneurs, and other intervention.

City Council candidates George Wallace, Kelly Absher, Paul Bonovich, Mark Campen, Finbarr Saunders, Marshall Stair, David Williams and Pete Drew at the LWV forum. Those standing are vying for at-large Seat C.

holders, his strong opinions compelled him to get involved. His interesting But Bonovich’s answers to Sequoyah Hills residents. resume includes work for revealed a spark of politiSaunders supported the the Tennessee Department of Economic Development cal energy. He expressed rezoning. dismay over last year’s 34Williams said that if he and an appointment to the cent property tax increase, can help a child learn alge- Tennessee District Export which he claims stifles bra, he can help neighbor- Council by the U.S. Secrebusiness. He also alluded hoods solve their problems. tary of Commerce last year. Odds are he’ll face Saunto frustration over the near I doubt that message will ders in the general election rezoning of the Kingston resonate with voters. Bonovich’s performance (which, unlike the primary, Pike Christenberry property for a condominium de- didn’t necessarily present is citywide). Since Saunders velopment last year and said him as a strong candidate. is well known and generally elected officials didn’t listen But, like many local office- liked, he’ll be tough to beat. Photo by Wendy Smith

Vols not quite ready for prime time

Random football thoughts, looking back, looking ahead: The disappointment of blowing a 17-point lead should be viewed in the context of the Miracle at South Bend. Games are only half over at halftime. Incidentally, Baker Mayfield was the best quarterback on the field Saturday evening. September games against good opponents are valid measuring sticks to see how the Volunteers compare with the rest of the football world. Two years ago Oregon demolished Tennessee, 59-14. Last year Oklahoma romped, 34-10. I suppose losing in two overtimes is the third-year

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progress you’ve heard about. If we didn’t already know, one suspicion has been validated. There is a significant difference in talking about the big time and performing in the hot spotlight. There is an evidentiary trend. Since Phillip Fulmer, Tennessee is 1 and 29 against nationally ranked foes. UT fans did all they could to defeat Oklahoma. They deserved a victory. So did

Jalen Reeves-Maybin. And Derek Barnett. And Jalen Hurd. Post-game scene to remember: Sooner linebacker Eric Striker mocking the crowd and taunting Tennessee recruits. The primary problem of the Butch Jones era, the offensive line, remains a problem. Strange as it sounds, Dontavius Blair is symbolic of this dilemma. The junior college all-American, 6-8 and 300, was recruited as an absolute certain tackle solution. He is not even in the mix. After two and a half almost-great recruiting classes, the Vols have some of the finest talent in the country.

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could happen sooner. Beginning with Florida, the Vols will tell us who they really Much of it is still relatively are. If they win three of the first four conference games, young. Intensive off-season the dream of an SEC East training means the players title lives on. If they lose two are bigger, faster and stron- or more, forget Atlanta. ger. No excuse there. Now is a good time to keep The culture has changed the faith. Good times are out to complete dedication, uni- there. They just aren’t here yet. fication, One Tennessee, evEven in this modern era, erybody pushing and pulling dare I say we are headed in the same direction. back to where we used to be, Coaches are paid signifi- to the time when Tennessee cant salaries (plus bonuses) football was really someto enhance skills, devise thing, when fans couldn’t winning strategy and inspire wait for the next game, when great effort. Surely that is opponents dreaded to get off not the problem. Butch once the bus at the south end of said he would assemble the Neyland Stadium. finest coaching staff in the What we have endured is business. This must be it. not forever. The proverbial Maybe next year the Vol- worm is actually turning. unteers will be ready for It now seems safe to forget prime time. Of course, it what Mike Hamilton did or

didn’t do. Pretend Lane Kiffin and Derek Dooley never happened. Well, almost. UT pays Dooley $102,040 per month through December 2016. Oklahoma got a taste of what Tennessee football used to be. Saturdays in Knoxville were mountaintop experiences. People came from far and wide in a swirl of excitement. Most felt sure the Vols would win. Those less confident had on their game face, ready, eager to do their part. These Vols, despite injuries and hurt feelings, will be expected to bounce back against Western Carolina. It will be interesting to see how customers recover. Empty seats will provide that answer. Marvin West invites reader comments. His address is westwest6@netzero.com.

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SENIOR NOTES ■ Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett’s Senior Appreciation Picnic will be 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at John Tarleton Park, 3201 Division St. This is a free event for all Knox County seniors. Register at any senior center or by calling 215-4007 by Friday, Sept. 18. ■ Corryton Senior Center 9331 Davis Drive 688-5882 Wednesday, Sept. 16: 9 a.m. billiards, quilting; 10 a.m. dominoes; 11 a.m. open game; 1 p.m. Rook. Thursday, Sept. 17: 9 a.m. billiards, quilting; 11:30 a.m. Main Munch; 1 p.m. pinochle; 1:30 p.m. Zumba Gold. Friday, Sept. 18: 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. 21: 9 a.m. SAIL exercise, billiards, quilting; 10 a.m. dominoes; 11 a.m. open game. Tuesday, Sept. 22: 9 a.m. billiards; 1 p.m. pinochle; 1:30 p.m. Zumba Gold. ■ Halls Senior Center 4405 Crippen Road 922-0416 Wednesday, Sept. 16: 10 a.m. flu shots, bingo, hand & foot; noon, senior meals; 12:30 p.m. bridge; 1 p.m. Rook, SAIL exercise. Thursday, Sept. 17: 10 a.m. pinochle, line dancing, quilting; 11 a.m., exercise; 1 p.m. ballroom dance class; 3 p.m. Tai Chi practice. Friday, Sept. 18: 9:30 a.m. Pilates; 10 a.m. euchre, Farkle; 11 a.m. SAIL exercise; 11:30 a.m. art class; noon Mexican Train dominoes; 2 p.m. Zumba Gold. Monday, Sept. 21: 9 a.m. scrapbooking; 10 a.m. pinochle, bridge, hand & foot, Tai Chi 1; 11:30 a.m. Tai Chi 2; 1 p.m. Rook and exercise.

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By Carol Shane Brenda Maupin’s unusual style has its beginnings in kindness and compassion. In the 1970s, working in the lab at ET Children’s Hospital, she and her colleagues had to do “hurtful things,” as she says, to children. The procedures needed to obtain blood cultures and bone marrow understandably caused fear and distress among the young patients. “All personnel wore white,” Maupin remembers. “One night, I took my young son’s ‘Peanuts’ coloring book and traced Snoopy with a marker on my lab coat. The children decided that someone with a lovable dog reference couldn’t be all bad. “In those years, there were ‘Peanuts’ stores and many items in gift shops and department stores, and I bought collector plates, toys, games and party supplies, which were all popular at the time. My house soon filled with Snoopy things.” Such easy availability of “Peanuts” products created a monster. Brenda, with her characteristic deadpan delivery, says, “The illness set in.” Since then, she’s never left her house without Snoopy. Printed on her clothes, dangling from her ears, grinning on her watch – you can always find the beloved beagle when Brenda Maupin’s around. Her grandchildren aren’t the only ones who call her “Snoopy lady.” Traveling to out-of-town UT games and New York City in the ’80s, she ran across the designs of Bill Ditfort and Marisa Christina, both of whom have at one time or another featured the four-

Brenda Maupin is a big fan of the Vols as well as Snoopy. Here, in one of “three and a half closets of this stuff,” she combines the two.

Real dog Lily joins Brenda and her king-sized Snoopy, guardian of the living room.

Brenda Maupin, Snoopy and Woodstock welcome all to Maupin’s home in East Knoxville. Photos by Carol Shane

footed c a r toon character. “I discovered licensed sweaters, sequined tops, and too many tees and sweat shirts to wear casually. Scrub tops became available. I wore them in the lab until I retired.” She bought hats too, with the advisory: “They have to be subtle if you’re going to wear them to church – the kids are all over them.” She soon lent her own hand to her own creations.

A talented handcrafter, Maupin made this vest out of Snoopy ties. She’s next to a collection of Snoopy plates.

been able to indulge in many of the finer items, but “Material became I have some crystal and silavailable so I made ver, and one gold item with a clothes. I recently made a vest too-small-to see diamond.” of Snoopy sports ties. Licens- Though she didn’t buy any, ing restrictions prevented the she pined for Cartier jewsale of embroidery designs, so elry designs. She strung I bought a machine and em- Waterford ornaments on a broidered my clothes, towels, ribbon. And “I always wear placemats and handbags.” one of many watches.” Jewelry was easy to find and Though her main obMaupin loved collecting it, but session is the beagle with she got creative with that, too. the big imagination, she “I have made earrings from also admits a fondness for silly bands, paper clips, candy Snoopy’s friend Woodstock and phone charms.” and brother Spike. As for higher-end colWhat about serious collectibles, she says, “I haven’t lecting? Maupin says, “My

collection is small compared to others. Only a few thousand things, compared to those who have 20K-plus.” No, she’s not in denial. In fact, she’s downsizing. Looking to move into a smaller residence one day, she’s in the midst of organizing and photographing many of her treasures for eventual sale on eBay. Her son Bo, a graphic designer in Columbus, Ohio, eagerly supports her in finding new homes for the items. “He thinks I’m crazy,” she says. And it all started because of loving kindness.

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HALLS/FOUNTAIN CITY Shopper news • SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 • A-7

Project Serve honors community service By Cindy Taylor Project Serve is on mission to share God’s love while providing service opportunities for all ages. Kristi Poole is the Project Serve coordinator at Fountain City UMC. “I originally began this as an internship for school,” she said. “I have continued Project Serve because I believe in the mission and purpose.” The ministry began in 2013. To date the program has served 1,300 individuals and 140 feline and canine friends. Organizations that have benefitted include Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Hospital, Agape House, Cerebral Palsy House, the Humane Society and the Knoxville Fire Department. Appreciation baskets have been delivered to more than 15 churches locally and sent to three churches in Albania. The ministry has a full schedule for the remainder of the year. In September Project Serve will present gifts to the staff at Gresham Middle School to show appre-

Someone, somewhere Now God did not subject the coming world… to angels. But someone has testified somewhere, “What are human beings that you are mindful of them, or mortals that you care for them? (Hebrews 2: 5-6 NRSV)

Project Serve volunteers Sarah Cook, Kristi Poole, Matthew Poole, Charity Yount, Debbie Taylor, Marissa Poole, Grace Cook and Finley Cook work on thank you cards to be given to Ronald McDonald House and Fountain City fire hall along with breakfast baskets. Photo submitted ciation for their hard work. In October Project Serve volunteers will create fall pictures to give to individuals in a nursing home or assisted living facility. Volunteers will donate their time in November to help Fountain City Ministry Center with their annual

corn drive. In December groups plan to make decorations and small gifts for the Open Door Community Meal, Agape House and Cerebral Palsy guests. “Our goal is to get families and friends serving the community together in the name of Christ,” said Poole.

Project Serve meets at Fountain City UMC from 10 a.m. to noon each second Saturday. The ministry is not limited to church members but open to any who wish to volunteer. To volunteer or promote project ideas contact Poole at KrisT18P@aol.com

FAITH 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.

Classes/meetings ■ First Comforter Church, 5516 Old Tazewell Pike, hosts MAPS (Mothers At Prayer Service) noon each Friday. Info: Edna Hensley, 771-7788. ■ Norwood Church of Christ, 6001 Central Avenue Pike, will host Dr. Dale W. Manor, professor and archaeologist from Harding University, presenting three lectures on archaeology Sunday, Oct. 4. Bible class, 9:45 a.m.: “It Is Written: Inscriptions from the Ancient World”; worship service, 10:45 a.m.: “Vying for Canaan: Egypt, Philistines and Israel”; lecture, 1 p.m.: “Archaeology and David.” Potluck lunch will follow the worship service. Info: norwoodchurchofchrist. org; 687-5383. ■ 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.

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Special services ■ Bethany Baptist Church, 6705 Raccoon Valley Road, will celebrate its 100th Homecoming at 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Donnie McGinnis will lead the service. Barbecue lunch will follow. ■ Church of God of Knoxville, 5912 Thorn Grove Pike, will hold its annual Camp Meeting, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday-Friday, Sept. 20-25. Info: pastor Robin L. Thames, 748-5403. ■ City View Baptist Church, 2311 Fine Ave. will celebrate “Homecoming: A Family Reunion,” 10:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Service will be followed by covered-dish lunch and afternoon sing. Info: 522-2364. ■ Glenwood Baptist Church, 7212 Central Avenue Pike, is celebrating its 125-year anniversary with Homecoming service, 10:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Service will include Dr. Tom Lee, Ron Shipe and Emily Harbin. Info: 938-2611. ■ Mount Hermon UMC, 232 E. Copeland Road, will celebrate Homecoming Service, 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Featuring special gospel music and the message by the Rev. Gregg Bostick. Lunch served following the service. Everyone welcome.

Vendors needed ■ Alice Bell Baptist Church, 3305 Alice Bell Road, is accepting vendor applications for a craft fair to be held Friday-Saturday, Oct. 23-24. Registration fee: $25. Fees go to church building fund. Info/ registration: alicebellbaptistchurch.org, click on Activities & Events, then Craft Fair. ■ Beaver Ridge UMC, 7754 Oak Ridge Highway, is seeking

vendors for the annual craft fair to be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 in the family life center. Spaces: $40. Bring your own table or rent one for $10. Info/reservations: 690-1060. ■ Christ Fellowship Church, 105 Fellowship Lane, is seeking vendors/consignors for its Crossroads Academy Consignment and Craft Sale, to be held 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. Craft booths: $25; consignors keep 70 percent of sales. Proceeds go to purchase rubber mulch for

church/school playground. Info: Jaime Christopher, caconsignsale@gmail.com. ■ Dante Baptist Church, 314 Brown Drive, is seeking vendors for its craft fair Oct. 10. Info: Vivian Baker, 382-3715.

It is comforting to know that even the writers of the New Testaments books had trouble remembering where they had read a certain quote. How often have I (and probably you) said, “Well, it says somewhere in the Bible that….” When the authorship of a particular quote is in question, Paul usually gets mentioned, probably because he wrote so prolifically, and his writings survived. Hebrews, however, is an anonymous document. We don’t know who wrote it. So, when the author (whoever he was) says that “someone has testified somewhere,” we can relate to his predicament. The problem with our vagueness (and for some folks, with their lack of familiarity with Scripture) is that we can’t quote accurately or appropriately. We take things out of context, we misquote, we misinterpret, and, if we are not very careful, we misuse Scripture for our

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own purposes. Which is why I bought a great tome called Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible. It has every word of the Biblical texts in alphabetical order, as well as dictionaries of the Hebrew and Greek words. It even includes a special section listing every use of a, an, and, and the. It is, needless to say, quite a large and heavy book (roughly 9 inches by 11 inches, containing1,808 pages), which has led some wags to opine that is why it is called Exhaustive. I bought my copy 25 years ago, when I began writing this column. It is worn now, and older (so am I, come to think of it), but I count it among my best friends!

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: 6901060 or beaverridgeumc.org.

Girl Scout McKinzie Davis from Cadette Troop 21087, Pam Brooks, the Rev. Jonathan Warren and Mark Colberg set up for the food pantry held at Powell Presbyterian Church.

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Austin-East students take the cake By Ruth White Students at Austin-East have a unique opportunity for education through the school’s culinary arts courses. Led by instructor Joslyn Andrea Johnson, courses are taught that give students skills to use out in the community. I recently had the opportunity to visit the classroom and was impressed (and maybe a tad bit jealous) with the kitchen the students used as a work area. Thanks to grants from Walmart and SAM’s Club, the school has been able to build the workspace into a state-of-the-art kitchen. Students in the Culinary Arts II and Culinary Arts III courses created a cake for the Tennessee Valley Fair competition. The theme for the competition is “50 Years of Champions at Work,” and the group elected to use the popular Minion characters to tell their story.

CA III student Quanelo Evans was in charge of making the base cake, using a from-scratch recipe that has been in Johnson’s family for years. As Quanelo measured and mixed ingredients, classmates got busy making Minions to decorate the cake. Each student selected a profession for their Minion, including cosmetologist, business professional and entertainer to name a few. The detail of the Minions was impressive, including tiny braids, briefcase and laptop and microphone to accent the yellow creatures. One large Minion was used as a centerpiece for the cake, and the smaller versions were placed around the base. The cake will be on display at the fair and, students hope, will be adorned with a beautiful gingham ribbon after the competition. Culinary Arts I (CA I) is

Sobas named to All-State cheer squad The final product, ready for submission to the fair. Photo submitted

the first course in the study and satisfies one of three credits required for an elective focus when taken in conjunction with other Hospitality & Tourism courses. CA I equips students with the foundational knowledge and skills to pursue careers in the culinary field as a personal chef, caterer, executive chef and food and beverage manager. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will have knowledge in the components of commercial kitchen safety and sanitation, history of the foodservice industry, careers, nutrition and recipe basics. The second portion of the study is CA II, which is an applied-knowledge course to prepare students for careers in the culinary field as a personal chef, caterer, executive chef, and food and beverage manager. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will have an understating of commercial kitchen safety and sanitation, menu planning, food presentation, purchasing and inventory, preparation skills, cooking principles and food preparation. Students will gain experience in commercial food production and service operations. The final course (the third credit requirement) is Culinary Arts III. This is an advanced course intended to further equip students with the skills and knowledge Culinary arts instructor Joslyn Andrea Johnson guides Breian- needed to pursue a variety na Johnson as she creates the centerpiece for the cake to be of careers in the culinary entered in the fair competition. field. Upon completion of

the course, students will be proficient in components of commercial kitchen safety and sanitation, dining-room service, food preparation and presentation, bakeshop preparation skills and equipment, and advanced cooking principles. Students will gain experience in commercial food production and service operations.

Halls High cheerleader Hannah Sobas was recently selected to the Tennessee All-State cheer squad. Hannah was nominated by her coach Cheri Duncan and was required to submit an application, coach’s recommendation and essay to participate in a formal interview and tryout. Squad members were selected based on academic performance, honors, achievements, community service, essay and scores from the interview and tryout. Hannah will at the Toyota Tennessee cheer with other mem- All-Star football game in bers of the All-State team December.

SCHOOL NOTES ■ The Halls High School band will hold a rummage sale 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in the school parking lot. Proceeds from the sale

will help send the band to Disney World. ■ Shannondale Elementary PTO meeting, 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17. Info: 689-1465.

Gresham Middle School cheer team recently won its division at the Tennessee Valley Fair. Pictured following the award ceremony are (front) Sarah Lawrence, Baylee Mullins, Maddy Dishner, Josie Wells; (back) Trinity Jones, Lauren Johnson, Taylor Huskey, Gabby Bratcher, Riley Breeden, Brooke Simpson, Skylar Phillips, Elaine Shedden, Olivia Sharp, Berkeley Bowers, Morgan McSwain and Makayla Maldonado. Photo submitted

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Carnival fun at Central High Central High School athletics programs and clubs hosted a carnival last week, and it was some good old-fashioned fun. During the carnival, guests were able to play games, have their face painted, participate in the cakewalk, go fishing, buy

school spirit items and so much more. Quite possibly the most fun of the night was watching people keep their phones in their pockets and just have fun socializing with one another face to face.

Kacie Grogan gets her face painted by Sara Seaton at the Central High carnival. HOSA member Haley Langley tries her hand at the game Operation. Lanie Beckner shows one of the items she is selling for homecoming during the school carnival last week. Lanie will represent the choir during homecoming festivities. Photos by R. White

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John Alex Shelton turned 9 years old Aug. 17 and celebrated with a party at the lake with family and friends. Parents are John and Tiffany Shelton of Halls. John Alex has a younger sister, Chloe. Grandparents are Gerald “Jake” and Diane Lowe, John and Vicki Shelton and Roger and Sandy Alexander. Great-grandparents are Marie Cole, Mary Wagner and Dorothy Alexander.

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Gracie Gregory celebrated her 10th birthday on Sept. 15 with family and friends. She is the daughter of Michelle and Rob Gregory and her younger brother is Chase. Gracie is the granddaughter of Gloria and Bob Gregory and Pat Sisson. She is in the fifth grade at Brickey-McCloud Elementary.

Halls High players of the week for the game against West High are Andrew Davis (#1) and Isaac Cook (#14). The players are selected by the coaching staff for their hard work and effort during the game.

Red Nation Robotics team members Tristan Brock, E.A. Durfee and McKenna Snyder at a recent demonstration for the robotics program at The Muse Knoxville during the Robotics Revolution Photo by R. White

Making robots, building leaders The FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics program continues to grow and spread its values at Halls High. The program offers students the unique opportunity to engage in reallife engineering and business projects while opening the door to personal growth, internships and over $20 million in college scholarships. During the past sea-

son, the group competed at two regionals, including the Palmetto Regional in Myrtle Beach and the Smoky Mountain Regionals in Knoxville, where they placed eighth and sixth respectively. They won the Quality Award sponsored by Motorola, which celebrates machine robustness in concept and fabrication, at Palmetto. Working toward the up-

Corryton Elementary principal Aaron Maddox and instructional coach Zachary Brewer work together to build a rocket that will be launched by students who are top coupon book sellers at the school. Coupon books cost $10 and will be on sale through Monday, Sept. 21. Photo by R. White

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This lake sturgeon fingerling released into the Tennessee River last week can grow up to seven feet long and weigh more than 200 pounds. Photo by Matt Peay

larvae and other invertebrate creatures. In the Great Lakes, the fish can grow to more than seven feet in length and weigh more than 240 pounds. They can live more than 50 years. Peay said fish reintroduced in the South may grow faster but reach only five or six feet long and 150 pounds. Peay and fisheries biologist Daniel Schwarz carefully measured water temperatures and mixed river water with water in the tanks so that the fingerlings would not die of shock when released. For Peay, the visit was bittersweet. The Nashville native graduated from the University of Tennessee’s wildlife and fisheries program a couple of years ago and enjoyed his time in Knoxville. “This really hurts,” he said. “I see the places I used to hang out, but we’re here 20 minutes and then we drive back to Mississippi.” A video of the release shot by Matt Peay is on our website: ShopperNewsNow.com.

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New faces, new sounds By Carol Shane Knoxville Symphony Orchestra musicians and staff are gearing up for an exciting year – a year of new faces, new music and new experiences. As most KSO fans know by now, six young conductors from all over the world will be flexing their batons on the Tennessee Theatre stage, vying for the position of the orchestra’s new music director and conductor. And the musicians are excited. “I am looking forward to ‘trying on’ different conductors to see how they handle such a diverse group of people,” says flutist Jill Bartine. “Ditto!” says cellist Stacy Nickell Miller. “And playing good programs!” The season is indeed loaded with spectacular repertoire, and the first concert this week is no exception. Violinist Elizabeth Farr points out that, “It’s all American! Audiences really, really love Gershwin, and the Bernstein ‘Symphonic Dances from West Side Story’ are familiar yet exciting to most people.” Indeed, there are few pieces which you’re piec pi eces es iin n wh w ich you re going g

to hear members of a symphony orchestra snap their fingers and yell, but the vigorous, exciting suite of Bernstein dances demands both. Young, charismatic American pianist Sean Chen will lend his muscular technique to George Gershwin’s “Piano Concerto in F.” It’s less familiar than “Rhapsody in Blue,” but it’s still got all that good Gershwin stuff – blues, jazz, piano pyrotechnics. A 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition award winner, Chen promises to deliver an exciting performance. For this first pair of concerts, there will be a familiar face on the podium. Maestro James Fellenbaum, the KSO’s resident conductor, has been an energetic and creative presence for nine years, leading Masterworks and Chamber Classics concerts as well as outreach, pops educational reac re ach, h, p ops and educationa

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concerts. He’s particularly known for his imaginative Young People’s Concerts, which are attended by thousands of school children each year. The program will also include “Jubilee” from “Symphonic Sketches” by George Whitefield Chadwick, and the elegiac “Adagio for Strings” by Samuel Barber. Ticket holders can attend pre-concert chats at 6:30 p.m. in the concert hall before each performance. Guest performers will offer

their personal perspective and audience members will have a chance for Q&A with the artists. If you’re already a KSO fan, welcome back for another exciting season. If you’re new to the KSO or to classical music, you couldn’t find a better concert to jump-start your knowledge and interest. The Moxley-Carmichael Masterworks Series presents the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra’s “American Masters” at 7:30 p.m. this Thursday, Sept. 17, and Friday, Sept. 18,

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moving to Knoxville from Bristol more than a decade ago, he’s made 22 short films, most of them for timed contests and several of them award-winners. They’re “a good way to push me to do something,” says film-school dropout Burke, who describes himself as “extremely competitive.” “Left to myself, I might never do anything.” Burke, whose day job is at Jewelry Television, wasn’t able to do a film for the 2014 KFF, so this year, he decided to enter the 7-Day Shootout and submit a feature film for festival consideration. Each had its problems. He started writing “Terminal” (Film Block 10, 1-3 p.m. Saturday) in January. It didn’t come together on paper as quickly as it should have, and he ended up abbre-

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viating it to a 24-minute film – still the longest piece he’s made. He had about a week to shoot it in order to make the submission deadline. For his 7-Day, he gathered his cast and crew to start shooting on the Saturday before the 8 p.m. Wednesday deadline. Six hours in, he pulled the plug, unhappy with the feel of the film. He switched to another idea, wrote another script and resumed shooting at 10 p.m. Monday. “My goal was to get something turned in that I wasn’t embarrassed by,” he says. “I think we at least accomplished that.” Amy Hubbard has been a force on the Knoxville arts scene for more than

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ed to,” says Hubbard. She says Bagwell told her they “had a feeling about you.” “It was very flattering.” Hubbard shot the film in summer 2014 – mostly at her house – and hoped to finish by the end of the year, but as with many features it took longer than expected. “I basically went to film school making this movie,” she says. “I made a feature film. There are plenty of people who go into business to be a filmmaker who don’t have that accomplishment. “So I’m extremely grateful to Ross and Dee and Rick. They were super supportive and respectful.” The cliché in Hollywood

is, “But what I really want to do is direct.” It’s true in Knoxville, too. “This has been in my mind for a long time as something I’d like to attempt,” says Hubbard, who works as a freelancer (casting, wardrobe, location) for Jupiter Entertainment. “Now I’m addicted to it. “What I bring to the table is story and working with actors and making sure I’m pulling out that performance.” Hubbard and Burke say it’s great to have the Knoxville Film Festival present the work of local filmmakers. And they both plan to keep shooting – to make their feature-length dreams come true. “Prison Break-In” will play Sept. 25-Oct. 1 at Downtown West. Whether he wins the shootout or not, Burke, who has written seven feature scripts, will keep writing till he gets “the one.” “I haven’t really found the one yet that I want to dedicate a year of my life to,” he says. Info: knoxvillefilm festival.com

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Workshops to connect farmers, chefs Farmers and chefs now have the opportunity to meet, connect for business and ultimately create an official statewide alliance. The Tennessee Farm and Restaurant Alliance will serve as a hub for farm-tofoodservice relationships and for information about issues related to farm and food business. To become an alliance member, a farmer or food service professional must attend one of four free workshops to be held across Tennessee and apply to participate in the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s

Pick Tennessee Products program. Once the new Tennessee Farm and Restaurant Alliance is formed, Pick Tennessee Products will add a new consumer service to its website and mobile app: a listing with GPS mapping to restaurants committed to using local and farm-direct products whenever possible. Workshops will be held Monday, Sept. 28, at the UT Conference Center in Knoxville; Oct. 12 in Memphis; Nov. 2 in Nashville; and Nov. 16 in Chattanooga. To register, email PTP. restaurant@tn.gov

AREA FARMERS MARKETS Quilts of Valor Surrounded by quilts are Dennis Taylor, East Tennessee coordinator for the Quilts of Valor Foundation; Raymond Hopper, U.S. Air Force veteran and retired semi-truck driver; and Doyleen Taylor, North Knox group leader for the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Hopper was given a quilt to honor his service in the Korean War. Quilts of Valor Foundation has an exhibit at the Tennessee Valley Fair. Photo submitted by Gary Loe

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Colonial Loan honors community heroes Colonial Loan Association employees Pamala Woods, Bridget Parrott and Jennifer Acuff serve lunch to Patrick Randolph on Sept. 11. The group served a free lunch of nachos, hot dogs, chili, slaw and more to community heroes as a way of saying thank you for doing good works. Colonial is at 7412 Maynardville Pike across from Hardee’s. Photo by R. White

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Pipp’s Salon welcomes Kimberly Roberts Kimberly Roberts has joined Pipp’s Salon, 1711 Dry Gap Pike. Roberts has been a stylist since 2008 and specializes in cuts and color. She offers cuts, color, perms, Keratin smoothing treatments and facial waxing. New clients receive $10 off cut/ color service or $5 off cuts. Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday Kim Roberts and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Info: 603-7883

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Keilan Russell cleans the sign prior to launching the go-cart service at Powell Food City. Photo by S. Clark

It’s ‘go-cart’ by Food City Pilot program launched in Powell By Sandra Clark Powell’s Food City store has been chosen to launch a new program for curbside grocery pick up called “gocart” by Food City. More locations will be added soon said Powell resident and professional shopper Keilan Russell. Russell, a student at Pellissippi State Community College, will be assisted by three other shoppers – Mona Napier, Ashlyn Hurst and Libby Harrison. Basically, customers will order groceries online and give shoppers a pick up time. “You can place orders days in advance,” said Russell. Earliest pick up is 11 a.m. and the latest pick up

is 9 p.m. The only food items excluded are hot meals from the deli, she said. All frozen foods, produce, bakery items, meats and groceries are included. The cost is $4.99, but during an introductory period that fee will be waived. The chief benefit is obvious. Working parents who pick up their kids at daycare don’t have to remove them from the car seat and take them inside to shop for dinner. Just go online, place the order and slide by the “gocart” area to pick up your groceries with a smile. The idea makes so much sense you wonder why no-

body’s thought of it before. Russell said Food City has such service at a store in Bristol and Johnson City, but Powell is the first for Knox County. She hopes to be a training location for professional shoppers from other area stores. Powell manager Terri Gilbert is a leader for Food City. She’s recently been in Chattanooga helping the company prepare to reopen a dozen former Bi-Lo stores recently acquired by Food City. And she’s mentored Keilan Russell, who started work two years ago as a cashier and then became a front end manager. Russell’s enthusiasm shows. She’s got a special telephone (865-281-1602) with comments coming straight to her. Those com-

■ Stacey Maltman, a private practice nurse practitioner, has opened an office at Westbrook Medical Center, 930 Adell Ree Park Lane. She serves those with health insurance as well as those Maltman who cannot afford healthcare and those who qualify for government assistance. Info: knoxvillenp. com or 865-769-2600.

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Discount Club members and $28 for non-club members. Quadravalent and High Dose flu vaccines will be available upon request Info: www. foodcity.com ■ Knoxville Division of the FBI will present educational programs 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at Parkwest Church, 7635 Middlebrook Pike. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Topics will include cybercrimes, white collar crime, and bank extortion and kidnappings. Register: ronda.stewart@ ic.fbi.gov ■ King University will host Coffee and Conversation, a career development and networking event for alumni and current students of both Pellissippi State Community College and King University, from 8-9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at King’s Hardin Valley campus, 10950 Spring Bluff Way. Info or RSVP: acpugh@pstcc.edu or 865.539.7275. Space is limited. ■ Knoxville Area Urban League offers education and counseling for homebuyers each first Saturday. The next event is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at the KAUL office. A lender, real estate agent, insurance and mortgage inspector will be available. Info: Felix Harris, fharris@thekaul. org or 865-524-5511, ext. 119.

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September 16, 2015

HEALTH & LIFESTYLES NEWS FROM FORT SANDERS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Medical student ‘shocked’ by thyroid cancer diagnosis Medical school, final exams, wedding plans and cancer. This is one year Sarah Nichols will remember for a long time. “I was under a lot of stress, and I let it overwhelm me more times than I care to admit,” Nichols says, “but even in those times, I knew I had to keep going.” Aside from a small scar on her neck, Nichols, 23, bears no obvious signs of thyroid cancer after her successful surgery at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She bears no signs of the stress she’s survived in recent months, either. She only radiates happiness, like a new bride should. The whirlwind had its beginning years ago when Nichols was in high school. Family members noticed what appeared to be a swelling of Nichols’ thyroid. There had been a history of thyroid problems in her family. “So it was always on the radar,” Nichols explains. In 2012, her endocrinologist ordered an ultrasound and a biopsy which confirmed the thyroid was swollen, but there was no cancer present. It was recommended she come back in a year for a checkup. Nodules developed, and the thyroid kept growing. About a year ago, her doctor explained that it may be time to come to terms with what was happening. “He was concerned that it was going to become a perpetual process of checking it, redoing biopsies, and then being worried that it’s going to get to a point where it’s causing issues because of its size,” Nichols says. “He said I could keep doing this every year, for who knows how long, potentially forever, or I could have my thyroid taken out.” Nichols made the decision to see a surgeon. After the holidays, she made an appointment with Troy Kimsey, MD, who specializes in cancer surgery, and surgeries involving the thyroid. Kimsey is also a thyroid cancer survivor. “There will be about 62,500 new cases of thyroid cancer diagnosed this year,” Kimsey says, “and it occurs about three times more often in women than men.” Kimsey says the overall incidence of a thyroid nodule being cancerous is relatively low. “However, the risk is much higher in young patients with a thyroid nodule,” he says, “especially patients younger than 20 years of age.” Kimsey explained the risks and benefits of removing the thyroid. He also let Nichols know she didn’t have to rush into a decision, since the most recent biopsy hadn’t shown cancer, and she wasn’t suffering or in imme-

he tells me it turns out the nodule we were concerned about was fully termed cancer,” Nichols recalls. “I was in shock.” Nichols remembers that the only thing she could say at first was, “Oh.” “That was my little response,” she laughs. “It was almost more funny to me than it was scary, because I was so shocked, and I just couldn’t believe what he was saying.” When it began to sink in, she was grateful she had a surgeon who didn’t send her away to find all the answers on her own. Being a cancer survivor himself, Kimsey was able to talk to Nichols as only a fellow survivor can. Nichols’ final exams were looming by this time, and wedding plans were kicking into high gear. It was not a convenient time to have cancer, even if it was a cancer with a high survival rate. But cancer is no respecter of life, and Nichols knew she had to make some critical decisions. She opted for radioactive ablation, removing all remaining traces of the thyroid, and thereby greatly reducing the risk of another round of cancer. She scheduled it to be performed after finals and before the wedding. A follow-up body scan revealed no evidence of cancer, and she is now free and clear to enjoy life as a newlywed. She will continue to closely monitor her health with the help of her endocrinologist, and her experience has added a new dimension to her calling as a physician. As a medical student, Nichols had an opportunity to “job shadow” Kimsey during this past summer. She already appreciated his skill and compassion as her surgeon. Seeing him with other patients and medical staff in day-to-day work life made her appreSarah Nichols is a medical student at Lincoln Memorial University who faced thyroid ciate him even more. cancer while she was taking exams and planning her wedding. “I knew I had to keep “He reaches out to people, and touches going,” Nichols says. people, and meets them where they are,” Nichols says. “I’m not just saying he was an exceptional doctor to me. I can say that after diate danger. gional Medical Center, and a follow-up visit observing how he treats other patients.” Now that Nichols has her own story of “I wasn’t having any pain or hoarseness was scheduled for seven days later to make or trouble swallowing,” Nichols says. “My di- sure she was healing properly, and to go over survival, she will follow that example as she enters the medical profession in the not-tooagnosis of a goiter didn’t mean it was huge to the pathology report. the point where we were concerned about it Nichols remembers sitting in Kimsey’s distant future. office early in the morning, waiting for what compressing my airway.” “I didn’t wish for the things that have hapNichols thought about the end of the she presumed would be a clean bill of health. pened, but I think your personal experiences school year coming up, and the wedding she Instead, he came into the room, sat down, provide you with insight, and I think that insight can allow you to be a more sympathetic was looking forward to in June. Scheduling and gently explained that she had cancer. the surgery for March would give her time “I had no thought going into this doctor’s doctor,” Nichols says. “Dr. Kimsey was able to fully recover and be ready for the exciting appointment that it was going to be any- to provide that sympathy, understanding, thing other than negative – not even a little and guidance for me. That’s the kind of docdays ahead. Kimsey skillfully and successfully per- bit – almost literally not even a one percent tor I want to be one day.” formed the procedure at Fort Sanders Re- thought that it was going to be anything, and

Surgeon and survivor understanding thyroid cancers Surgical oncologist Troy Kimsey, MD, of Fort Sanders Regional, has a special understanding of Sarah Nichols’ case. That’s because, like Nichols, Kimsey is a thyroid cancer survivor. “I underwent a total thyroidectomy in December, 2012,” Kimsey says. “The overall prognosis for differentiated thyroid cancer is excellent,” Kimsey says, “so my challenge has been not to take the diagnosis too lightly, but also to be grateful it was not a diagnosis with a much worse prognosis.” Kimsey has been undergoing periodic follow-up ultrasounds and labs with no evidence of cancer. “I take too much for granted,” Kimsey

says. “It helps me make the most of today when I realize how easily it can be taken away.” If it seems like more people are having thyroid surgery these days, it’s not your imagination. “Thyroid cancer occurs about Troy Kimsey, three times more often in MD women than men,” Kimsey says. More than 47,000 cases of thyroid cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women this year and more than 15,000 cases in men. “The incidence of thyroid cancer has increased in recent years due to the increased detection of

nodules with more utilized and higher quality thyroid ultrasounds,” Kimsey explains. “However, the death rate from thyroid cancer has remained relatively stable over many years.” “Most thyroid cancers develop in patients with no known risk factors. Nevertheless, some people are at a greater risk than others. Anyone exposed to ionizing radiation, especially in childhood, is at risk of developing thyroid cancer. In addition, anyone who develops a thyroid nodule before the age of 20 has a higher risk of having thyroid cancer. There are also genetic syndromes that lead to an increased incidence of thyroid cancers, so family history plays a signiﬁcant role.

There are several types of thyroid cancer, but the vast majority are differentiated thyroid cancers, which means they carry cells that are similar to those found in a healthy thyroid. The differentiated cancers are comprised of papillary thyroid cancer and follicular thyroid cancer, and they have a very good prognosis. Other types of thyroid cancer include medullary thyroid cancer, anaplastic thyroid cancer, and thyroid lymphoma. If detected early, the majority of thyroid cancers can be treated successfully.

To learn more, search “thyroid cancer” at www.fsregional.com, or call (865) 541-1111.

CENTER OF EXCELLENCE: ONCOLOGY Fort Sanders Regional and Thompson Cancer Survival Center provide the region’s most comprehensive cancer care. From diagnosis to treatment to rehabilitation, we offer care options not available anywhere else in our region. Working together to provide the best patient care that’s Regional Excellence!

(865) 673-FORT (3678)

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Campers & RV’s

Transportation Automobiles for Sale BUICK LUCERNE - 2008. CXL loaded, heat/AC power leather, Sunroof, Navi, good tires, garaged, non-smoker 108,000 mi., $9,500. (865)981-8881. 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. CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO SUPER SPORT 2001. Dale Earnhardt pace car ed. Black & Silver w/black & silver int. Exc. cond. Loaded. Ready to go. $6399. (865)230-4111. CHRYS SEBRING CONV. LX 2004, non-smoking, lady driven, High mi., Reduced to $2650. (865)680-1485. 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.

Sports and Imports Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible, 2006, 2.4 turbo, leather, heated seats, 23K mi, $10,000, 288-0475. HONDA CIVIC 1999. 2 door sport coupe, cold air, sunroof, loaded, new tires. $3995 (865)308-2743. 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.

2006 Montana, 32’, 5th wheel, frpl, king bed, BA w/shower, w/d conn. $16,000. Patty (865) 809-3792.

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

Sport Utility Vehicles FORD ESCAPE 2003. New Michelin tires, open to reasonable offers 153,432 mi., $5,200. (865)771-3308. 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.

Lamps/Light Services

DREAM LIGHTING

CAMPERS WANTED

We Buy Campers

CAR TOW DOLLY - 2015, all cars/pu Swivels, tilts, never used, new ret. $2750. 1st $1050 cash. 864-275-6478

NEW & PRE-OWNED SUMMER CLEARANCE SALE ALL 2015 MODELS MUST GO!!!! Check Us Out At Northgaterv.com or call 865-681-3030 THORO Wanderer Wagon 1999 Toy Hauler, slps 6, Hauls 3 motorcycles, $6000. (423)346-3911; 865-617-0151.

Motorcycles/Mopeds 2003 HARLEY ROAD KING CLASSIC Black, 21K Miles, Perfect Condition, loaded with extras, race tune kit, Sundowner seat. All take-offs included - $9,800. Call 865-603-2806. HONDA GOLDWING TRYKE 1993 1500cc, 88,309 mi., good cond w/ trlr. $11,000. 423-253-4872.

Off Road Vehicles

BURKHART ENTERPRISES INC CELEBRATING OVER 50 YEARS.

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

WORK HARD, PLAY HARDER! Save some of your hard-earned money without sacrificing speed or quality.

GOAD MOTORSPORTS East Tennessee’s largest

CFMOTO DEALER

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Call 423-663-8500 Ck. us out online at www.goadmotorsports.com or visit our 9,000 sq. ft. facility.

Jobs

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

Services Offered

Trucks FORD F150 1989, $1095 obo. Call for more info (865) 435-4464.

Acct/Bank/Mortgage

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

Air Cond/Heating

HONDA RIDGELINE - 2013. 4 wh. dr. White, gray leather. 20K mi. $34,000. (865)482-3037.

COOPER’S BUDGET LAWNCARE

Cheaper than the rest, but still the best! Mowing, mulching, hedge-trimming, etc. Affordable, reliable, honest work since 2006. Call Donnie at 865-384-5039 for a free estimate.

DREAM GARDENS

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

Miscellaneous

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

Painting Services

CATHY’S PAINT & WALLPAPER REMOVAL

POWELL’S PAINTING

and Remodeling. Residential & commercial. Free estimates. Call (865)771-0609

Plumbing

DAVID HELTON

PLUMBING CO. All Types of Residential & Commercial Plumbing

MASTER PLUMBER 40 Years Experience Licensed & Bonded

922-8728 257-3193 Rooﬁng

ALL TYPES OF ROOFING

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

Tree Services

Trailers UTILITY TRAILERS All Sizes Available 865-986-5626 smokeymountaintrailers.com

Classic Cars 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. 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. PONTIAC CARS/PARTS WANTED. 1960 to 1980’s. Cash paid. Call Jim 865-250-2639 or email jim@ jimhackworth.com

Vehicles Wanted

FAST $$ CASH $$ 4 JUNK AUTOS 865-216-5052 865-856-8106 JUNK CAR MAFIA Buying junk vehicles any condition. 865-455-7419

Recreation

Boats/Motors/Marine 2006 SUNCHASER PONTOON 24ft Yamaha 90hp 2-stroke & TrailerExcellent condition, 1 ownerSet up to Fish or Cruise $11,995865-466-5558 (865)388-1733.

LOAN ADMINISTRATOR/ LOAN PROCESSOR Knoxville LOAN OFFICER/MGR North Knoxville Commercial Bank is currently seeking: Loan Administrator/ Loan Processor Knoxville Minimum 2-5 years in banking and/or finance Loan Officer/Mgr North Knoxville. The individual must: have a minimum of 3-5 years in banking and be skilled in sales development, relationship building & customer retention. We are a community bank that offers competitive pay and benefits. Please forward resumes with salary requirements to Commercial Bank attn.: REO 10413 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN 37922 Commercial Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer of minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

BOSTON WHALER 1981 - 13’ Sport, 1999 Evinrude 40 HP 4 stroke, w/ trailer. $3500. (865)494-9366. 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. PRICED TO SELL, $14,500 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.

Lennox 17.00 S.E.E.R Heat Pump Financing Available

Alterations & Sewing

ALTERATIONS BY FAITH

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

Contractors/Builders

LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR

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

Dozer Work/Tractor

Driver/Transport DRIVERS - Dedicated Lane. No-Touch Openings! $3000 Sign-On Bonus! Excellent Comprehensive Benefits! Class-A CDL 2 Years exp. Call Penske Logistics: 855-200-2883

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Pick up your Employment copy of the

2012 TROPHY PRO 1903CC 150HP Merc., 36 hrs. alum. trlr., warranty, Many extras. Cost 39K, sell $25,500 (865)335-8696. 2015 BENNINGTON TRITOON! 2375GCW Rear Lounger 150hp Yamaha 4-strokeDEMO 35HRS! Only 1 Available!$45,000865-466-5558 (865)388-1733.

HOMETOWN AIR “Back to the basics”

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Tree Service

Owner Operator

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Campers & RV’s

Leaf removal, gutter cleaning, landscape installation, outdoor lighting & more!

1992 Foretravel, 40’, diesel, 145K mi, great shape, new tires. Asking $27,500. Text (865)223-2298.

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2 LOTS - Highland Memorial, value $2500 each. Sell $1300 each. 865414-4615

EDWARDS TREE SERVICE

4 GRAVE LOTS - Sherwood Memorial, The Garden of Devotion, 61D, Lots 1-4. $6000 obo. (865)640-6617

Interior Pruning, Complete Removal, Power Stump Grinding

4 GRAVE SITES TOGETHER - Bookwalter Meth. Church, Knox, $600 ea. 865-588-1720; 865-659-9921

Insured • Free Estimates

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

922-0645 Workers Comp Liability

HIGHLAND MEMORIAL CEMETERY - 4 plots together. $7,850. (317)727-2764

TREE WORK

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

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

Garage Sales North GARAGE SALE - Fri & Sat, Sept. 18-19, 8am-3pm. at 6409 O’Leary Rd, Murphy Hills s/d. Furniture, TV, clothes, knick-knacks... years of accumulation! SELL IT IN THE SHOPPER! - Got extra stuff?, We’ve got a solution!. Make it an Action Ad!

West ESTATE SALE - Sat. Sept 19, 9am-4pm. Furniture, glassware, tools, odds & ends. 605 Pensacola Road, 37923. 310-4478

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

Furniture BOOK SHELF - Solid oak, cream color. 36.5” wide, 11” deep, 84.5” tall. 4 adjustable shelves, 1 fixed. (865)414-8928 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

Lawn & Garden

Farmer’s Mkt/ Trading Post

2013 JOHN DEERE 930 RM 0 turn mower w/60” deck. 190 hrs. Like new. $13,000; $8500/b.o. 865-851-5753

Farm Buildings

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

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.

Merchandise - Misc. CHURCH PEWS, solid oak with cushion seat & back in beige fabric, (7) 13’L, (6) 8’L, (3) 10’L, selling as complete set $2900. (205)936-8920 GENERATOR BIG 8500 watt, 2015, Honda elec. start. Batt. & whl kit incl. Never used. New retail $4995. Wholesale $3750. 1st $1850 cash, 864-275-6478.

Tickets/Events

BUY/SELL SEASON TICKETS PARKING PASSES ALL GAMES Cash Paid

Farm Products

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FANNON FENCING

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HAY IN FIELD sq. bales. Near Lenoir City. Horses like it! $3.50. (865)806-0219 MUSCADINES - You pick, $5 Gal., I pick, $10 Gal. Plants, wine & jelly. Free firewood. Powell, TN. 924-7718.

Livestock & Supplies

(865)384-6867 BUYING TN vs W. CAROLINA TICKETS & PARKING PASSES 865-315-3950

BLACK BULLS & BLACK HEIFERS Ready to Breed. Call (865)856-3947 RED Hereford grass fed cattle for sale, some mother/calf pairs. Call for appt. (865) 945-1104

I NEED TN vs W. CAROLINA TICKETS 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

Merchandise Antiques WANTED Military antiques and collectibles 865-368-0682

Announcements

Appliances

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

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

Cemetery Lots

Consolidation Loans

FIRST SUN FINANCE

2 INTERMENT SPACES - in the Oak Ridge Memorial Park w/lawn crypts loc. in Garden of Love. Value $4300; sell at $3500. (865)925-1848

We make loans up to $1000. We do credit starter & rebuilder loans. Call today, 30 minute approvals. See manager for details. 865-687-3228

Automobiles for Sale

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Pruning • Logging Bush Hogging Stump Removal Insured

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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.

Home Maint./Repair

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Cemetery Lots

BOBCAT/BACKHOE

Drain Cleaning

every Wednesday.

Blank’s Tree Work

Hankins • Bobcat w/Backhoe Attachment • Footer • Above-Ground Pools • Sewer Installations • Landscaping • Bush Hogging • Driveways • Firewood etc.

Tree Services

Landscaping/Lawn Service

Call (865)454-1793

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)

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

TOYOTA CAMRY LX 2003. 52k mi, 1 owner. Exc. cond. Fully equip. $8000. (865)288-0066.

Will clean front & back, $20 & up. Quality work, guaranteed. (865)288-0556

ALPINE 2013 5TH WHEEL - 37 ft, 4 slides, 1.5 BA, washer & dryer & more. (865)765-0700.

Travel Trailers, 5th Wheels, Popups, Motorhomes. Will pay Cash (423) 504-8036

Home Maint./Repair

HAROLD’S GUTTER SERVICE

2013 MONTANA 5th whl lot near Gatlinburg 69,900 or RV 39K Lot 40K. Call 865-964-8092 for info. (865)964-8092.

MINI COOPER S Convertible 2005, 51,700 mi. Nice! Loaded. Carfax. $11,500 or bo. (865)310-5128.

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

Employment

ALL TYPES OF WEATHERIZATION

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

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SEEKING VENDORS Powell Lions Club and the Halls Lions Club are seeking vendors for their Fall Gift and Craft Fair, to be held 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Powell Auto Auction, 6729 Pleasant Ridge Road. Info/registration form: E-clubhouse.org/sites/powelltn 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, 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. 16 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. Sharps Chapel Fish Fry, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sharps Chapel Senior Center. Bring a side dish to share. Info: 992-3292.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 17 Plainview 7th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Plainview Community Center. Info: 992-5212.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 17-27 “Walking Across Egypt,” presented by the WordPlayers, Erin Presbyterian Church, 200 Lockett Road. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $10-$15, available at the door or wordplayers.org. Info: 539-2490.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. “Make a Fall Wreath” class, 10-11:30 a.m., Humana Guidance Center, 640 Plaza, 4438 Western Ave. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892, TTY: 711. 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; well-behaved dogs welcome. Info: 215-8767 or knoxlib.org/movies. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 18-OCT. 4 “The Little Mermaid, Jr.,” a musical stage version of the 1989 Walt Disney Studios film, Knoxville

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 Blessing of the Animals service and community barbecue dinner, 5 p.m., Trinity UMC, 5613 Western Ave. Donations requested but not required for dinner. Info: the Rev. Brenda Dowell, 588- 5763; www. knoxtrinity.org. 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 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, SEPT. 21 Luttrell Senior Luncheon, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Luttrell Community Center on Tazewell Pike next to Luttrell Elementary School. Bring a dish to share. Anyone 55+ welcome to visit/join. No dues.

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. 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. “Positive Thinking: Turning Lemons into Lemonade” with Deborah Caulder, LMSW, 11 a.m.-noon, Humana Guidance Center, 640 Plaza, 4438 Western Ave. Free and open to the public. Info/RSVP: 329-8892, TTY: 711.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23 Computer Workshop: Word Basics, 2 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Requires “Introducing the Computer” or equivalent skills. Info/registration: 525-5431. The Joe Pope Tams Motown/R&B band in concert, 7:30 p.m., Knoxville Moose Lodge, 6903 Ward Road. Tickets: $25. In the lobby prior to the show, canned goods, nonperishable items and cash donations will be accepted for the Blount County Veterans Office Food Pantry. Info/tickets: Bill, 573-2501; John, 688-8103.

WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY, SEPT. 23-24 AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., John T. O’Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona St. Info/registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 24 Discover and Make, 6-7:30 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Featuring a robotics station. Kids (6+), teens and adults welcome. Registration required. Info/registration: Nicole Barajas, 525-5431 or nbarajas@knoxlib.org.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 25 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Movies on Market Square: “Night at the Museum” (PG, 2006); movie begins at dusk. Hosted by the Knox County Public Library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on; well-behaved dogs welcome. Info: 215-8767 or knoxlib.org/movies. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, SEPT. 25-26 Friends Mini Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: knoxfriends.org

SATURDAY, SEPT. 26 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, 8 a.m., UT campus. Includes: two-mile walk, vendor booths, door prizes and a special tribute to those who have experienced or are experiencing Alzheimer’s. To start/join a team: alz.org/walk Beverly Park Place Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 5321 Beverly Park Circle. Features kids station, bounce house, face painting, games, crafts and vendors, live music, and food. Craftspeople/vendors wanting to rent a $20 spot to set up sales: 687-1321, ext. 2053. Chili Cook-Off, Colwyn Street in Cumberland Gap. Hosted by Claiborne County Chamber of Commerce. Admission free. Includes arts, crafts, antiques booths. Vendor/cook-off entry/sponsorship info: 423-626-4149; chamber@claibornecounty.com; claibornecounty.com. The Great Smoky Mountains Salamander Ball, 6:30-10 p.m., the Knoxville Zoo, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive. A masquerade ball and fundraiser for Discover Life in America. For adults and kids of all ages. Come dressed as a favorite Smoky Mountain critter. Info/registration: Todd Witcher, 430-4757 or todd@dlia.org; dlia.org. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Info: feralfelinefriends.org “Knoxville Opera Goes to Church: A Celebration of Talent!,” 3:30 p.m., Fifth Avenue Baptist Church, 2500 E. Fifth Ave. A mix of gospel and opera performed by local and guest artists. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Home Federal Bank. Info: knoxvilleopera.com/schedule/kochurch “Labyrinth: A Jim Henson Musical Fantasy,” 12:30-2:30 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Popcorn and soda will be served. Info: 689-2681.

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lamorous models strut their stuff at fashion shows around the world, and many women and men hope to emulate the latest styles debuting on the runway. No matter what Stella McCartney, Burberry or Phillip Lim is showcasing this season, outfitting a wardrobe means blending trendy pieces with items that will stand the test of time. A closet filled with trendy clothes may find you catching eyes this season, but come next season you may regret breaking the bank for a new wardrobe that is already outdated. A better approach may be to purchase some classic pieces before embellishing them with current looks.

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Men Every man should own a classic, welltailored suit. It’s a business or special event staple, and the jacket can be dressed down over jeans and loafers. It pays to spend a little more money now on a suit that will last. Make sure it fits well by having a tailor adjust hems and sleeve lengths accordingly. Swimming in an oversized suit or squeezing yourself into a suit that’s too small won’t provide the look you’re going for, so find a suit that fits you right so your investment pays off when the time comes to look dapper. This season’s fashion trends lean heavily on knits for men and women. Cable knits and Fair Isle sweaters will always have their place, but more mock turtlenecks and oversized pieces are showing up. Knits can be worn over button-down shirts to the office or paired with distressed jeans and boots

for a casual night on the town. Jeans and slacks are important components of any classic wardrobe. Straight-leg cuts will not go out of style as quickly as tapered legs or widehemmed options. Pants in neutral colors can be mixed and matched for endless wardrobe possibilities. Tartan plaid, made popular in the Scottish Highlands, is trending in women’s fashion this season, but it’s also a look men can achieve quite

easily. A tartan plaid tie is a statement piece that can brighten up any wardrobe without overwhelming it. Checks, gingham and plaids are back in a big way, but it’s best to use them in moderation.

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easy to pair with some winter trends as you look to put your most fashionable foot forward. To recreate the ‘mod squad’ trend that is growing in popularity, pair a skirt with a turtleneck or mock-neck sweater and knee-high boots. Each piece can be worn separately with other accessories should the mod look fall out of favor down the road. Tomboy looks were another runway trend at recent fashion shows. Wider-cut ‘boyfriend’ jeans, oxford shoes and boxy blazers can make it look like you borrowed items from your favorite guy without investing too much in over-the-top looks. An easy way to make any outfit look more hip is to pair it with sneakers. From dresses to blazers to slacks, sneakers peeking out below can add street credibility to any look. Sneakers add a touch of whimsy to even the most conservative items in your closet. Investing in a good pair of sneakers also will serve you well as you head to the gym or take a lunch-hour stroll. Fashion trends come and go, but with practice anyone can find a blend of pieces that will provide bang for your buck for years to come.

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hether you’ve just moved into a home or you’ve lived there for years, it might be time for a design tune-up. While many may think tackling their home décor takes a bundle of time, money and expertise, it doesn’t have to be so frightening. You don’t need to spend a fortune or go to design school to breathe a little life into your home. “It’s all about simplicity,” says Susan Yoder, interior design expert for Clayton Homes. “A little goes a long way when it comes to home décor and living spaces. Only a few simple changes can make a big difference and allow you to create a room you’ll be itching to show off to friends and family.” Yoder offers a few of her design tips that will help any homeowner revamp their space: Pops of color. “Nothing livens up a room like a bright pop of color,” Yoder says. If you have neutral-toned furniture, try sprucing up the room with lamps, curtains and accessories in bold hues. If you’re up for a painting challenge, an accent wall is a great way to incorporate color into a space. Choose your favorite color from a throw pillow or wall-art piece in the room to pull the look together.

Varying textures. A room tends to get boring when it focuses on only one texture, so it’s important to create a sense of balance. Try varying the fabric types on your sofa and curtains. Add in some metal or wooden accents to draw the eye around the room. You

can even play with lighting to reflect off certain objects and create visual interest. Antique feature. Choose an antique or unique piece of decor to be the inspiration for the room. This could be a rug, lamp, chair or even a chandelier – any-

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Scarves Scarves serve a practical purpose, helping to keep your body warm, and they’re also a fashionable staple of winter wardrobes. Scarves can be used to dress up an ordinary ensemble, providing a chic or bohemian look as you navigate city streets. Crocheting or knitting scarves is still popular, but you don’t have to be a seasoned craftsman to in-

clude scarves in your wardrobe. Scarves come in a variety of styles, sizes and materials, s, and there are many any ways to knot a scarf, rf, so you can create a different look each day.

Bold colors Don’t get trapped in a pattern of dressing drab just because it’s gray outside. Embrace some bold splashes of color and they can brighten your day. Patterned dresses in bright hues were seen on the runways at Givenchy, Burberry and Prada shows this fall. Pair such

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attire with a long, flowing wool coat with a cinched belted waist and you will look on point for winter.

Convertible mittens Fingerless gloves that have a mitten flap that can cover chilly fingers are a prime accessory for cold days. They allow easy access

The prospect of flattened, lifeless locks compels many men and women to forgo hats on cold days. But a few tricks can give you the best of both worlds: a warm head and nice hair. Begin by going for regular trims that will keep dried-out or split ends from becoming problematic. After washing your hair in the morning, apply a conditioning treatment to prevent fly-aways. Be sure your hair is completely dry before donning a hat, otherwise hair can become matted and look flat all day. Loose-fitting cotton or fleece hats may be less likely to flatten hair than a wool hat, and you can keep the hat slightly off the crown of your head to prevent your hair from flattening. When all else fails, women can pull their hair back into ponytails before putting on a hat, which can help keep a style in place better. The arrival of winter does not mean you have to sacrifice your fashion sense. There are plenty of ways to look your best even when the temperature has plummeted.

Super secondhand style By Carol Shane

PSTAIRS at Todd Richesin Interiors is featuring a jewelry trunk show by Mary James Jewelry Designs on Thursday, September 24th from 3 to 7 and Friday, September 25th from 10 to 5. Mary James Jewelry is designed by Mary Wallace from Nashville, Tennessee. Wallace was inspired by the contents of an old war trunk found in her father’s home, and the jewelry line was named for her and her father James. Inside the trunk was an array of antique war medals and old watch fobs that sparked her creativity to launch a jewelry line like no other. Inspired by a love of European architecture and all things Parisian, as well as her father’s stories of travel during World War II, Mary creates unique pieces that reflect a classic, timeless, fashion-forward style that resonates with women of all ages. Some pieces are one -of-a-kind, some are one-ofa-few, and each is rare.

thing that gets you energized and motivated. Get creative and run with the theme it creates. Or if your style is more on the modern side, an antique object will stand out among your contemporary décor. Symmetrical yet functional. The furniture collection in a room should form a restful, symmetrical layout. It’s all about balance. There should be between three and 10 feet between each seat. Additionally, instead of pushing each piece up against the wall to create more space, give your furniture a bit of breathing room a few inches from the wall. This makes the room appear open and airy. Clutter-free organization. Getting rid of clutter is a grand challenge for most homeowners. When you decide to take on the mess, drawers and cabinets are your best friends. Take some time to go through your belongings and decide what to keep, donate or throw away. Store any leftover items that can cause clutter in an organized, out-of-sight area. Use these tips to revitalize your space and you’ll be ready to confidently host gatherings and enjoy your home instead of shying away from your living space.

Although suitable for everyday wear, each antique medal Mary uses is spun into a work of art that becomes an heirloom to be passed down for generations. Themes for the pieces range from victory medals featuring beautiful angels, to agricultural awards which feature horses, rabbits, and other animals. All medals are mixed with precious and semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls, opals, turquoise, lapis, or carnelian. All are set in either sterling silver or gold fill.

Mary recommends layering the pieces, and building a collection of different styles that can be worn together. The pieces can go from daytime to evening, and are equally at home with jeans and a t-shirt, a cocktail dress, or business attire. Versatility is key to her designs. Please join us at UPSTAIRS for this 2-day jewelry trunk show event and enjoy a wine and tasting menu by Knoxville celebrity chef Holly Hambright.

MARY JAMES JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW UPSTAIRS At Todd Richesin Interiors featuring a unique JEWELRY COLLECTION inspired by the past using historic artifacts, medals, and coins set with pearls and semi-precious stones in sterling silver or gold.

Thursday, September 24 3pm - 7pm Friday, September 25 10am - 5pm

4514 Old Kingston Pike • 865.249.6612 Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 www.ToddRichesinInteriors.com

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Like any true devotee of vintage fashion, Amanda Dalton has a favorite piece with a story attached to it. “My leather Oshwahkon vest with wooden buttons is a custom handmade product, solely sold at a store on Broadway in the 1970s,” she says. Dalton didn’t know that until after she had bought it. Intrigued by the hand-sewn label complete with address, she did some research. Oshwahkon was a high-end leather boutique located in New York City’s Soho neighborhood, well-known as an edgy fashion district. According to a blog post by Arthur Cohen, one of the company’s two founders, “We sold to every major rock and movie star in the ’70s.” That’s the great thing about vintage clothing – purchasers not only get great looks for less, they often get a bit of history in the bargain. Dalton, who lives in Bearden, has been hooked on hand-me-downs since she bought her first pair of secondhand polyester pinkish-purple slacks as a teenager. A Fulton High School graduate, she earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UT and worked for over six years with children in the state’s custody. She later managed wellknown local vintage clothing store Planet XChange. She admits to being “somewhat of a gypsy,” having previously lived in Austin, Texas and Nashville, among other places. She’s currently employed as a nanny. And “I fix things,” she says, under the moniker “Handy Manda.” Finding inspiration in Natural Building, a practice based on a centuries-old Celtic tradition in which structures are made with natural and sustainable materials, she bought a Chevy Silverado 4x4 truck for hauling materials. “It’s not very environmentally friendly,” she admits, “but I use it to build environmentally friendly things.” Right now she’s designing and installing an outdoor labyrinth for a homeowner in West Knoxville. Most vintage clothing collectors have a particular “holy grail” that they look for each and every time they enter a store, and Dalton is no exception. She’s partial to “belt buckles, jackets, vests and slacks,” but she’s always on the lookout for a specific item: a pair of John Lobb brogues – comfortable shoes worn by the fiercely independent Katharine Hepburn, who famously brushed off criticism of her “masculine” attire, including her footwear. In fact, Hepburn is Dalton’s style icon. “We share the same birthday,” she says,

Amanda Dalton shows off her favorite vintage purchase of all time: a handmade leather vest.

“and I claim that!” The cost for a pair of new John Lobb shoes these days can run to five figures, so Dalton is smart to look for a previously-loved pair. And what about that Oshwahkon vest? She’s tried to find it online. “I’m pretty good at Googling,” she says, “but I cannot find this exact vest. Every one I find has something different about it – the same cut but the wrong buttons. The same cut and buttons but the wrong color.” Which could make hers a one-of-a-kind item made for who knows which hair-flinging ’70s rock star. Dalton speaks of her Natural Building projects as “yet another way for me to revitalize and integrate beautiful pieces of history into the present and hopefully into art in the process.” The same is true of her unique wardrobe. Hurrah for vintage style!

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• SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 • Shopper news

GO! electrifies Knoxville audiences with plans for a full season

Under the direction of Lisa Hall McKee, Go! Contemporary Dance ance nce Works will begin its 13th ts 13t 13 h season at the Clarence Brown renc n e Brow B rown row n Theatre on Sat., O October ctober cto be 17 and and Sun., October 18 with w ith PUSH, PUSH H a diverse and electric performance r ic per perfor forman for mancee man that will enthrall au audiences off all audie dience die nces o nce all ages. “This performance ance an ce is the epitome of GO! and nd is in partnerpartn pa rtnerrtn rship with the Penny Arts nyy for for the Ar A tss program. Seven choreographers horeo ho reogr reo graphe gr pherss will present 12 pieces, eces, ece s, bri bringnging Knoxville an exuberant exub x era errant nt

and innovative repertoire. A storm of movement, music and choreography, it is a visually and emotionally charged performance with something for everyone,” artistic director McKee says. Among the works to be presented in PUSH is “Frequency” by guest choreographer Marlayna Locklear, who is currently performing with Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Compan Com pany. pan y. “Frequency” “Frequ “Fr equenc equ ncy” nc y” is a powerful powe powe owerf r display displa dis playy of pla of athletic athl athl thleti etic choreography eti chor horeog eograp eog rrap phy that th h is both detailed d and and exploexplo electrisive and depicts elec lectri lec tr currents cal within a sound soun sou speaker. speake spe k “Marlayna “M “Ma rl yn rla y iss perfect per erfec fe t fec for GO GO!” !” McKee states. M McK cKee cKe sta st te . tes “She “Sh Sh he has has a such suc u h clarity clar cla r it y of rit of iintent n entt in nte he choreography. her chore chore ch or ogr ograph aphyy aph Personally, Pers Per so son onall ally, y, she is very driven av ver erry r y dr drive iven ive iv n and and motivated mot otiva ivated te artist, ted artis ar tist, tis t, t, really and an nd it re reall allyy all her shows sho w in n he h e work wor k with w ith ith us.”” us. us

McKee will premiere a large, unprecedented work entitled “The Manifest” which explores the suppression of artistic individuality and free thinking by a single-minded order. A large collaborative effort, McKee commissioned both Andre Hayter to compose the music score and the Bearden High School Art Honors Society to create artwork. “The Manifest” is a visual exploration of the effect of communism on both artists and society, layering dance, music and art to make a statement. “We have had great conversations in rehearsals, and the choreographic process has been very rich for all of us. This piece is full of both beauty and ugliness and is saturated with thought. “The Manifest” is what our audiences expect from us!” Other works presented will display GO!’s extreme diversity from “A Different Time,” an exploration into the Appalachian coal mining community to “Convergent Boundaries,” a study of plate tectonics. GO! will also perform three separate ballets: “Opus 6,” “City Suites” and “Sixes” which have strong classical ballet elements with a twist of contemporary movement. “Skin of The

Earth,” a work commissioned from UK choreographer Rebecca Evans in 2012, will also be performed. In February GO! will surpass all expectations from its audience by presenting “The Shadows of Pine Mountain,” an exploration of the Scots-Irish exodus from Ulster to the Appalachian mountains. “GO! is always searching for historical subject matter. We love to incorporate different dance genres into our choreography. Highland and Irish dance are so athletic and have such history. Crossing elements of those historical dance forms with our contemporary choreography will give depth and brilliance while demonstrating cultural truth. We are going to dig deep with this one. We want our audience to see the origins, struggles and victories of the Appalachian people. This is part of our culture today and is so close to home. It will have great meaning to our community.” GO! is also excited about its collaboration with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra’s Clayton Holiday Concerts, Young People’s Concerts, and Very Young People’s Concerts. GO! will also perform at the Rossini Festival in April.

A local nonprofit dance company, GO! is known for daring, innovative and adventurous choreography that merges and defies the boundaries of classical ballet, contemporary and aerial dance. GO! consists of 45 dancers, ages 12 through professional, with both guest and local core choreographers, representing a superlative ensemble of choreographic virtuosity and versatility. GO! will host an evening of support, Dancetasia, Fri., Sept. 18, at the Foundry. Tickets are $80 and include a fabulous dinner, silent and live auction, and performance, including excerpts of GO!’s newest works. GO! is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to elevate enthusiasm in the East Tennessee area while providing youth the opportunity to express artistry through dance. GO! is sponsored in part by Tennessee Arts Commission, Pilot Corp, Cathey and Co., WUOT 91.9fm and Sheri Good, Gables and Gates Realtors. For more information visit www.gocontemporarydance.com or call 865-539-2475.

Studio Arts For Dancers celebrates its 25th anniversary serving the Knoxville community Studio Arts for Dancers is celebrating its 25th season of dance instruction in the Knoxville community. Founded in 1990 by Lisa Hall McKee, STUDIO ARTS’ artistic director and staff have inﬂuenced thousands of children with their commitment to develop both artistry and technical excellence in their students. “Dance is for everybody,” McKee says. Our philosophy is to teach it correctly and motivate our students to love dance and the work that it entails. Each individual is different and we encourage our dancers to celebrate that, ﬁnd out what their body is capable of and achieve it without worrying about where their peers are. Dance is an

individual sport taught in a group environment.” STUDIO ARTS for Dancers offers classes in pre-ballet, ballet, pointe, repertoire, modern, contemporary, Horton, jazz and tap. Classes are offered for pre-school age three through pre-professional and have added to their curriculum an adult program including yoga, ballet ﬁtness and Zumba. “Our adult classes are taught by our teaching staff. There are so many advantages to taking adult classes from dancers: better explanation, a deeper understanding of body mechanics and encouragement by dancers who understand strengths and weaknesses in the body.” Following a speciﬁc syllabus, McKee ensures all students learn ballet history, anatomy and terminology. “It doesn’t matter to me that they take dance as a recreation. I still want them to learn dance correctly and love it. It is a discipline that is a life skill. I love it when students come

back as adults (sometimes with their own children) and tell me how important the work ethic and respect they learned at the studio has been to their lives. It makes what we do here have meaning.” With a current enrollment of 350 students and a 5000 square foot hightech facility with video observation in all three studios, STUDIO ARTS currently has 10 teachers on staff and continues to host prestigious teachers and choreographers from all over the US to work with its students. Many of McKee’s students have been accepted to prestigious summer dance programs including Tennessee Governor’s School of the Arts, Joffrey Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Jacobs Pillow and others. Others have been awarded acceptance to prestigious collegiate dance programs and many STUDIO ARTS dancers have continued on to professional performance careers. “What is great and unique about

our program is that we have a highly qualiﬁed and diverse staff which ensures correct, safe and creative teaching methods no matter what the level or aspirations of each student. We are dance educators.” “So many dancers have entered

our doors over the last 25 years, and I am thankful for each one of them. It is an honor and a blessing to contribute to the development of our youth. Although our lobby is busier and our classes are larger and there are much more of them, we invest our all in every dancer, every class. It is a beautiful thing.” STUDIO ARTS for Dancers performs annually at the historic Tennessee Theatre and is the home of GO! Contemporary Dance Works, a nonproﬁt youth dance company which blends contemporary ballet, modern, aerial arts and culturally inﬂuenced dance forms. It’s not too late to register for classes. Classes that began in August will culminate with the spring concert at the Tennessee Theatre in May. www.studioartsfordancers.net office@studioartsfordancers.net 865.539.2475

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