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BUZZ Senior dance is Saturday at Halls The Senior Ballroom Dance at Halls Senior Center will be 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Admission is $5 per person. Live music provided by Nigel Boulton. The seniors will host one more dance, in October, and then take a break for November, December and January, said Rebecca Kirkland Quarles, Halls Senior Center coordinator.

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Dollar Store in Raccoon Valley? Dollar General didn’t send a press release, but the company is requesting a variance from the county’s Board of Zoning Appeals at 1923 Raccoon Valley Drive. JMB Investment Company LLC, on behalf of Dollar General, is seeking to build 30 parking spaces rather than the 73 spaces required by county regulations. The property is currently zoned for industrial use, but retail use is permitted in that zone.

Free Flu Shots Free Flu Shot Saturday is 8 a.m. to noon (while supplies last) Sept. 26 at six schools: Austin-East, Carter High, Farragut High, Halls High, South-Doyle Middle and West High. Donations will be accepted with proceeds to benefit the Empty Stocking Fund which provides food and toys to disadvantaged East Tennesseans during the holidays. Info: 865-342-6871.

Women’s League gala is Oct. 23 The Halls Crossroads Women’s League will hold its 10th anniversary gala at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at The Foundry, 747 World’s Fair Park. The gala features live and silent auctions, dinner and dancing. Tickets: 922-4077.

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By Ruth White Glenn Jacobs (aka Kane from World Wrestling Entertainment Inc.) stopped by Gibbs High last week to deliver his message of kindness to the student body. When Jacobs was in elementary school his family moved around quite a bit. He got picked on a lot. As he got into high school, he wasn’t always the nicest person to classmates. This is something he calls his biggest regret. The Kindness Revolution helps replace negative behavior with positive reinforcement. “I want to raise awareness of values such as kindness and leadership,” Gibbs High senior Seth Majors is recognized for his kindness by WWE star Kane (Glenn Jacobs). Photo by R. White

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Burchett tour takes us halfway to Midway By Sandra Clark Mayor Tim Burchett blessed the food and folks dug in to the country cooking of Henry’s Deli from Gibbs. “Somebody said to call Rothchild Catering, but I said to get somebody from the district,” Burchett said on the side, sighing as the weight of the world settled on his shoulders. It’s become Burchett’s job to sell the Midway Business Park to the folks who: 1) live nearby; 2) worry about pollution in the French Broad River; and 3) are still annoyed over the sneaky tactics of those who bought 300 acres or so of farmland and then sold it to Knox County for a tidy profit. Into his second (and final) term, Burchett is cleaning up unfinished business. The land at Midway is certainly that. “We should develop it or divest it,” is essentially Burchett’s position. The county’s got $10 million tied up in property on which the

The cows seemed unsettled as a big bus descended on the Thorn Grove community packed with skeptics and promoters of a business park at Midway. The power lines are part of a TVA easement on the county-owned site. Photo by S. Clark

former owners at least paid taxes. taxe ta xes Burchett says people trust him to keep his word. He’s done it on taxes (not raising them), Carter Elementary School (building a new one), and even Gibbs Middle School (signing off on a bond to build it). So if he and the folks opposed to a business park at Midway can come to agreement, folks should count on him to honor his promise. Those kids in the megalab at Pellissippi State, just one exit down from Midway, would be thrilled with high-tech jobs nearby. Problem is the distance between developers and the distrustful residents of East Knox County. If anybody can bridge it, Burchett can. He’s got the votes on County Commission to rezone the land. You could see it in their eyes at the picnic. But can Burchett glide through this mess unscathed? If so, his political future should be secure, regardless of the next job he seeks.

Baseball and Rob Baseball has been very, very good to Rob Frost. Before he was on City Council, or a lawyer or a father, he was a fan. He played Little League for Rodgers Cadillac against teams like National Plastics and Copper Cellar in the Knoxville Youth Sports league. Vance Link was the commissioner; Jimmy Haslam was his coach. He has passed his Sequoyah All-Stars jersey down to his older son, Sonny.

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Burritt hiring signals shift in direction for PBA By Betty Bean Last week, Public Building Authority board members decided to demonstrate an abundance of caution and wait a few weeks before appointing Jayne Burritt president and CEO. Instead, they voted to vote when they meet again in the regularly scheduled October meeting. Burritt’s name is the only one under consideration. Burritt, PBA’s director of property management, is well liked by board members and by both Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett and Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero. If appointed, she will fill the position Dale Smith is scheduled to vacate Jan. 1. The announcement that the PBA board will forgo a national search raised some eyebrows. Board member Lewis Cosby said it shouldn’t. “We only have two clients – the city and the county, and when we

started this process, both our clients said she was at the top of their list,” Cosby said. He gave little credence to the brief kerfuffle over Burritt’s authorization of surveillance cameras in the City County Building. “I don’t think there’s anything Jayne Burritt to that,” said Cosby, pointing out that PBA met the legal requirement of posting notification of the surveillance. Burritt, a native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, came to PBA from First Tennessee Bank in 2008 and has had 23 years of experience in property management. PBA sources say she came with a strong recommendation from Larry Martin, former chief operating officer of First Tennessee Financial Services and now commissioner of

Finance and Administration for Gov. Bill Haslam. Her selection for the top job has led some observers to conclude that PBA is getting out of the construction business in the wake of PBA property development director Jeff Galyon’s abrupt resignation after running afoul of conflict-of-interest laws. “There’s some truth to that,” Burritt said. “I think we have to regain our clients’ trust. The city has some concerns, and we want to rebuild that department (property development) if need be.” PBA still has some $30 million worth of building projects – mostly for the city – in the pipeline. When she is appointed, Burritt will become the fourth president of the PBA, which was created in 1971 for the purpose of building the City County Building and structuring an arrangement under which both city and county governments

would be co-equal tenants. The county uses more space, but the two bodies have equal status. Outgoing CEO Smith, who has held the job for nearly 16 years and draws a $196,000 annual salary, said he is delighted with the choice of Burritt as his successor. “It sends a huge, positive signal to our employees,” he said. “People don’t know where they stand when a new boss is hired.” Smith said his major charge when he came to Knoxville was to navigate feuding city and county factions. The two sides get along better now, but he said there are still “built-in conflicts with the two mayors. Sometimes our job is to tell them no.” Once Burritt takes over, PBA will be run by a triumvirate of women that will include finance director Robyn Smith and Susan Davis, acting director of property management.

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The slaying of George Mann By Bonnie Peters

Dana Weaver follows teacher Maggie Capps during line dancing class at Halls Senior Center.

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Line dancing class - a lot like church Maggie Capps says line dance class attendance is a lot like church. “It can change from one week to the next. You never know how many you’re going to have.” Looks like a lot more movement than being in church. At 88 years old Capps makes it look like fun. Capps started teaching line dancing 30 years ago. She has had time away on occasion due to her husband’s illness and her own but she always came back to the dance for exercise and fun. She began taking classes while she was working for the state of Tennessee as a draftsman. Her boss at the time thought the kids at Lakeshore Mental Health needed a dance class and got Capps approved to teach it. She taught her first line

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dancing class there. “They sent guards in with me but I was scared to death,” she said. Capps and her husband moved to Florida where she continued her teaching for 15 years. She often had as many as 75 students. Her teaching evolved to leading line dancing classes for patients recovering from surgery. When her husband began having health issues they moved back to Tennessee and Capps stopped teaching. That didn’t last long once word got out that she was back in town.

“I was asked to teach line dancing at the Boys and Girls Club on Dry Gap not long after it opened,” she said. “Then the Halls Senior Center opened and I was asked to teach there.” Capps started teaching line dancing the day after the senior center opened and has been there ever since. Most classes range in number between 15-25 students. Three of her students are now teaching the dance to others. Capps says the hardest thing to do when you teach line dancing is learning where to start. “You have to listen to the beat,” she said. She says she loves teaching but stays with it for the health benefits as well. Capps will hit her 30 year anniversary of teaching line dancing Nov. 3. Even though Capps has had her own health issues

Be kind he said. “The goal is to not be a bully, but be a friend and spread positive values.” The Gibbs High staff recognized senior Seth Majors during the program for showing kindness to staff members and students. Principal Jason Webster said, “Seth is such a nice kid. He’s always helping out at athletic events, tak-

to contend with she has only missed one class. That was when her husband passed away. “Maggie is a great teacher,” said student Dana Weaver. “I have been regular here for three years. I have learned a lot from her.” Capps is listed with Who’s Who in Tennessee for her years of working with senior citizens in teaching line dancing. She says she has been told she is the oldest line dance teacher in Tennessee. “I need the line dancing for myself now,” she said. “I have had four doctors tell me line dancing is a number one aerobic exercise.” Capps teaches line dance classes at the Halls Senior Center each Thursday. Info: 922-0416. Contact Cindy Taylor at ctaylorsn@gmail. com

George Mann, a Revolutionary War veteran, came to the Gibbs area of Knox County in 1794 or 1795 and rented the farm of Robert Reynolds, son of James Reynolds who built Reynolds Fort. His historic marker says 1795. However, John Reynolds’ account says 1794. Reynolds Fort is believed to have encompassed what is now known as Harbison’s Crossroads. On the evening of May 25 of the same year, George Mann came to the Reynolds farm, Mr. Mann went out after supper to attend to his horses in the stable. The Indians, who had been watching him from a hiding place, shot him. Mr. Mann ran about three-quarters of a mile to Campbell’s Cave for shelter. The Indians pursued him. He was found and killed. According to Reynolds, his body was mangled and mutilated. After killing George Mann, the Indians came back to the Mann home; but when they tried to enter the cabin by forcing the door open, they found Mrs. Mann had it securely barred. It had only been a few days since Mrs. Mann had asked her husband to teach her how to set the double triggers of his rifle. He had explained the whole process, which she remembered. When one of the Indians partly forced his body between the door and the door casing and would have soon gained entrance endangering Mrs. Mann and her children, she set the triggers of her husband’s rifle, aimed and fired. The ball passed through the nearest Indian

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experienced homecoming festivities and wanted to guide them. Another teacher commented that Seth was “always here and always helpful.” From the reaction of the student body when Seth’s name was called, it was obvious that they thought the same thing. Seth Majors is one cool, one kind kid.

and wounded the one behind him. The Indians had not expected this reception, so they hastily left, taking the dead and wounded Indian companions with them. They proceeded to the barn and stole the Manns’ horses and set the barn on fire. The fire not only burned the barn but caught the surrounding forest. At this time, Mrs. Mann did not know of the fate of her husband. Mrs. Mann was apprehensive that flames and sparks from the barn would catch the house on fire. Thankfully, that did not happen. She waited until the barn was burned to the ground and the danger of the house burning was over. She then took her little children and fled to the home of Robert Reynolds while calling at the top of her voice for her husband–still hoping he had escaped the Indian attack. Needless to say, they found protection and sympathy at the Reynolds home. An historic marker dedicated to George Mann stands along Tazewell Pike not too far from the Knox/ Union County line. The marker reads: George Mann This Revolutionary War Veteran and homesteader was the last man killed by Indians in Knox County, Tennessee, on the night of May 25, 1795, investigating a noise in his barn, he was ambushed and slain. The Indians later attempted to force entrance into the house; his wife fired on and wounded two, whereat the party left, having first scalped and mutilated Mann’s body and fired outbuildings.

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Losing to Florida is getting old

This little problem with Florida is not exactly new. Going back to 1976, Tennessee has whipped the Gators six times and lost 25. Does that put the current 10-game losing streak into perspective? Does it now hurt more or less? Three consecutive setbacks in the mid-1990s may have cost Peyton Manning the Heisman Trophy. Phillip Fulmer endured 12 defeats and several nettlesome darts and arrows from Steve Spurrier. Urban Meyer started the current Florida monopoly. Lane Kiffin helped a lot. His first day on the job, he promised Tennessee fans

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gained 555 yards in 2012. This was the time of Sal Sunseri’s defense. What a blunder that was. Butch Jones is 0-2. He brought that on himself. The 2013 game was marred by his worst coaching decision, starting a poorly prepared Nathan Peterman in the swamp. The Human Rights Commission still thinks that was cruel and unusual punishment. What followed after the coin toss was a nightmare in the middle of the afternoon. There was a confused handoff on the second play. Next, Nathan fumbled when sacked. He lost two interceptions, one to a defensive

Has Knoxville outgrown The smoke has cleared and the trash has been picked up following the 28th, and final, Boomsday. For me, and many of my peers, it’s a loss. Our kids grew up watching the fireworks, and we did, too. It was a spectacular and unique show, and I was proud to tell out-of-town friends about Knoxville’s Labor Day ritual that included a flaming waterfall and pyrotechnic sharks in the Tennessee River. Rituals are important to us. We like the 1812 Overture on the Fourth of July and festive lights and iceskating on Market Square at Christmas. We especially like football and all of its social accoutrements, and Boomsday has served as a giant community welcome to fall − the most hallowed season in East Tennessee. So I expected a huge public outcry at the news that Boomsday would be no

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more, and I thought local merchants would miss the event that drew an estimated 400,000 viewers. But I came up short when I called around to ask about lost revenues. Justin Daley of the Downtown Knoxville Hampton Inn & Suites reported an uptick in reservations for the evening of Boomsday, along with requests for rooms with a view of the fireworks. Beyond that, no one accepted my invitation to complain. Bart Fricks, chief operating officer for the Copper Cellar family of restaurants, which includes Calhoun’s On The River, described Boomsday as “a wash.” The Neyland Drive restaurant

lineman. If Tennessee gave that game away, Florida tried to give it back. The Gators committed three turnovers in the first half and lost their quarterback. Last year’s 10-9 defeat was more painful. It was opportunity squandered. Leaving out the adjectives, Florida wasn’t very good. The Vols might have won going away but for three turnovers, eight penalties, six sacks and four red-zone failed attempts to score touchdowns. Tennessee had 10 plays in the red zone. They weren’t very creative. The result was two field goals, 11 lost yards

and an interception. Defining moments? The Vols were leading 9-0 in the final minute of the third quarter. Justin Worley got blindsided by a corner blitz. He fumbled. Tennessee still had a 9-7 edge. A missed tackle led to a 32-yard Gator gain that set up the winning field goal. For the game, the Vols netted 28 yards rushing. There was no punch. No way can I prove it but I think that was the day Butch decided to change offensive coordinators. Tampa Bay’s opening for a quarterback coach made it easier. This rivalry once marked

by assorted excitement – post-game brawl, Tennessee plays faxed to Florida, Doug Dickey on both sides at the same time, a blink-of-theeye pass completion – has slipped toward predictability. The Gators have been clearly superior or the Vols have self-destructed. Either way, Florida wins. Well, that was then. This is the start of a new way of doing business. If Tennessee is going to grow up and become champs of the SEC East, Gainesville is a great place to begin. As cousin Clyde might say, go Vols! Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

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choice if an event he organized was losing money. He points out that Knoxville was a different place in 1988, the year Boomsday debuted. Downtown cleared out after 5 p.m., and Riverfront Landing was still nearly a decade away. People needed a reason to come to downtown, and Boomsday provided it. Now, there’s always some-

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Frost on baseball:

a family tradition Baseball has been very, very good to Rob Frost. Before he was on City Council, or a lawyer or a father, he was a fan.

Betty Bean He played Little League for Rodgers Cadillac against teams like National Plastics and Copper Cellar in the Knoxville Youth Sports league. Vance Link was the commissioner; Jimmy Haslam was his coach. He has passed his Sequoyah All-Stars jersey down to his older son, Sonny. “Another coach in the league was some guy named Mike Chase. He coached Copper Cellar,” Frost said. “Vance Link pitched to me and has pitched to Sonny and Charlie (Frost’s younger son) as well.” He believes that baseball

is good for kids. “Baseball teaches patience – there’s a game within the game. The different battles that go on between pitchers and batters, and how, defensively, the game is played and how the team’s got to work together. Offensively, it’s one batter against nine players. In football, it’s 11 on 11. In baseball it’s one versus nine, if you’re on offense. And in baseball, if you get a hit three out of 10 times you’re at the plate, you’re a majorleague all star.” Given all that, it wasn’t a surprise that baseball was Frost’s topic as September’s featured book reviewer for the Knox County Public Library’s “Books Sandwiched In” lecture at the East Tennessee History Center. Every audience member last week got a box of Cracker Jack. The official topic was John Feinstein’s “Where Nobody Knows Your Name: Life in the Minor Leagues

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of Baseball,” a poignant account of the players who chase their dreams and hope to get noticed while playing for teams like the Montgomery Biscuits or the Chattanooga Lookouts or the Omaha Storm Chasers. Only a tiny fraction ever get that call to join The Show, said Frost, who was clearly moved by the stories of players from impoverished countries like the Dominican Republic desperate to parlay their skills on the diamond into a way to deliver their families a better way of life. The foreign players weren’t the only ones who grabbed Frost’s sympathetic attention. He talked about young men from all over the USA who keep hoping for the big break that will carry them to the majors. He demonstrated that hallmark of a baseball fan – a love of statistics – via a handout listing some of the major characters fea-

Another city election, another low turnout tured in Feinstein’s book – Richard McLouth, Jean Carlos Boscan and Scott “The Podfather” Podsednik, who played for 21 teams in a career crowned by a walk-off home run for the Chicago White Sox. Two years later, he was out of baseball. Frost says he doesn’t have a favorite major-league team. Sonny, on the other hand, is a big-time Yankees fan and already shows signs that he’ll be the same kind of baseball guy as his dad. “Here’s a kid who, for his ninth birthday party had a Honus Wagner cookie cake – Honus Wagner, who last played baseball in 1917,” Frost said.

UT lobbyist will earn pay in upcoming session Dave Hart, University of Tennessee athletic director, is acting as though the Lady Vol name controversy has blown over and it is business as usual. Hart was quoted recently as saying the Athletic Department has moved on from this controversy. Little does he understand the Tennessee mindset when he says that. He can expect to see it considered in the next legislative session when respected members like Roger Kane and Becky Duncan Massey bring it up. This issue is only in remission at present and likely will come back stronger than ever in the session of the state Legislature starting Jan. 13. UT lobbyist Anthony Haynes, who is paid $180,000 a year, will have his hands full protecting Hart from himself. ■ State Rep. Bill Dunn, who chairs the allimportant House Calendar Committee, certainly struck a responsive chord with his comments a few weeks ago critical of the UT Office for Diversity and Inclusion for suggesting the use of pronouns xe and hir and zirs instead of he/she. He first thought this was a joke, and when he discovered it was true, he asked if taxpayers really pay someone to generate this stuff. UT has enough issues against it in Nashville al-

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ready without adding this to the fire. It can only worsen relations with the conservative GOP majority in Nashville. UT says this is not policy and was only informational. U.S. Rep. Jimmy Duncan, Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey and others have blasted it. Knoxville business leader Raja Jubran is the new vice chair of the UT Board, having been tapped by Gov. Haslam to hold the post. He will have his hands full dealing with these issues not of his making. It turns out that Donna Braquet, who was quoted, is actually a part-time employee of the UT diversity office, earning $72,378 mostly for her work at the University Libraries. The annual budget of the diversity office is $436,702, with vice chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion Rickey Hall directing the office and paid $181,637 a year. Hall has other duties besides this office, according to UT’s Margie Nichols. ■ The only contest in the upcoming city election of real note on Sept. 29 is

the battle over Seat C for the at-large City Council position currently held by Finbarr Saunders. Challenging him are three persons: Kelly Absher, Paul Bonovich and David Williams. Based on activity, it has narrowed to a BonovichSaunders contest with the top two of the four candidates going on to the November runoff. Saunders, who was ousted from County Commission by Jeff Ownby in 2010, is working hard to prevent a second ouster. He has had numerous small receptions, had yard signs erected and raised over $30,000. He is clearly worried in part due to the expected low voter turnout, which could work against him in the November runoff. Bonovich is talking about Saunders’ vote for a 34-cent property tax hike, which passed seven to two with Nick Della Volpe and Marshall Stair voting no. It is unclear how damaging that vote will be to Saunders, but it is not a topic Saunders brings up. Bonovich says 34 cents on the property tax rate was too high, and Saunders is not looking for ways to cut costs. He wants to reduce the tax rate. A safe prediction seems that Bonovich, 52, and Saunders, 70, will advance to the runoff with an engaging campaign to November.

In case you missed it, the Knoxville city primary election is underway, and early voting is finishing up this week. On the first day of voting, 145 votes were cast. You read that correctly. In a city of about 183,000 people, only 145 folks bothered to show up on the first day of voting. You’ve got a problem when more people show up at the Shoney’s breakfast buffet than at the polling place. (In fact, voter turnout was so low that Jeb Bush thought it was a big crowd!) It’s easy to blame a slew of uncontested races for the low turnout. It’s even easier to blame voter apathy. Some politicos even go so far as to say that no one votes in city elections because folks are happy with the performance of city government. (Admittedly, there’s some truth to that. If the city were in crisis, there’d be more candidates and higher public interest.) But at some point you have to blame the system for the lower turnout. Offyear elections held in oddnumbered years have fewer voters. Low-turnout elections favor special-interest groups like government employees and neighborhood organizations that are more likely to turn out and vote. In the long run, these low-turnout elections will have a corrosive effect on city government. Politicians will inevitably favor the policy needs of city employees and neighborhood groups over the needs of the city at large. It’s not a good thing. City leaders should modify the election calendar to encourage higher turnout. ■ Next mayor of Knoxville? With Mayor Rogero unopposed for reelection and term limited, positioning for the 2019 mayoral race has already begun. City Council mem-

Saunders wants to pile up a large margin in the primary next week to propel him forward in November, when the mayor will not be on the ballot. Saunders repeatedly endorses the other three incumbent council members, but at least one incumbent, Stair, says he is running his own campaign and not endorsing or opposing anyone in the other council contests. Saunders talks about how well current council members get along, so their re-election is merited. Seems like a minor consideration to this writer. Position on issues is far more significant. ■ An interesting book on World War II and how FDR managed the war effort published recently is “American Warlords” by Jonathan Jordan, an attorney living in Atlanta. It is well researched and worth ■ State Sen. Mark Norris and reading if you have a strong his wife, Chris, from Collierville, outside of Memhis, were interest in WWII. in Strawberry Plains last week ■ John Lansing, who to tour the new megalab at lived in Knoxville a few Pellissippi State. Chris said years ago while working as Mark is interested in workpresident of Scripps Netforce development. works and was general cam■ Mike Edwards, CEO of the paign chair for United Way Knoxville Chamber and workone year, has been named force guy, was at the lab tour CEO and director of the as well. He said our picture of Broadcasting Board of Govcows by the TVA power lines ernors, which runs Voice at the proposed Midway Busiof America, among other ness Park reminded him of things. His appointment is the old slogan: “Where nature not subject to Senate confirand technology meet.” mation.

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ber George Wallace has been running television ads for his unopposed reelection campaign, telling folks, “We’re not done, yet.” Of course, turnout for city elections is so low, Wallace could have dinner with every prospective voter between now and the 2019 mayoral election. ■ Curtain call for Boomsday? This year’s Boomsday fireworks show was reportedly the last. Event organizers report that the Labor Day weekend event runs a deficit of about $100,000 a year. Here’s hoping the annual fireworks show continues next year. Of course, $100,000 is a lot of money. However, the Boomsday budget shortfall is less than the taxpayer-funded salary of a senior director in either city or county government. Fireworks shows aren’t supposed to be “profitable.” Fireworks are affordable entertainment for cashstrapped families who can’t afford to get their kids through the gates at UT football games. A cynic might say that Boomsday doesn’t get funded because it brings a less affluent crowd downtown. Folks who don’t vote as frequently. Folks who don’t spend a lot of money. It will be a shame if Boomsday goes away. Politicians spend enough money currying favor with the well connected. They should throw a fireworks show for regular folks, too. Let’s bring back Boomsday. Scott Frith is a local attorney. You can contact him at scott@pleadthefrith.com.

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■ Donald Trump’s support comes from people who don’t want a politician to be president. That’s like saying you don’t want a brain surgeon to operate on your head. ■ State Rep. Eddie Smith has filed legislation to restore some $261 million to the TDOT budget that was “raided” during the Bredesen Administration. Tennessee has a backlog of road projects totaling $6.1 billion. ■ Off to a great start, Eddie. Now where’s the other $5,839,000,000 coming from?

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SENIOR NOTES ■ Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett’s Senior Appreciation Picnic, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, John Tarleton Park, 3201 Division St. Info: 215-4007.

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■ Halls Senior Center 4405 Crippen Road 922-0416 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday Hours vary Wednesday, Sept. 23: 9 a.m. Veteran Services visit; 10 a.m. bingo, hand & foot; noon Senior Meals; 12:30 p.m. bridge; 1 p.m. Rook, SAIL exercise. Thursday, Sept. 24: 10 a.m. pinochle, line dancing, quilting; 11 a.m., exercise; 2 p.m. Snack and Learn: “Fall Prevention” seminar.

By 11 a.m. the streets were already filling up with seniors. Photos by Cindy Taylor

Friday, Sept. 25: Closed.

By Cindy Taylor

Monday, Sept. 28: 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, SAIL exercise. Tuesday, Sept. 29: 10 a.m. canasta; 11 a.m. exercise; 12:30 p.m. Mexican train dominoes; 1:30 p.m. hand & foot; 2 p.m. movie matinee. ■ Corryton Senior Center 9331 Davis Drive 688-5882 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday Hours vary Wednesday, Sept 23: 9 a.m. billiards, quilting; 10 a.m. dominoes; 11 a.m. open game; 1 p.m. Rook.

Judy Breuer, Valerie Cody and Miller Dowdell learn how to make gift boxes out of Christmas cards from demonstrator Christa Keyes.

Thursday, Sept. 24: 9 a.m. billiards, quilting; 1 p.m. pinochle; 1:30 p.m. Zumba Gold. Friday, Sept. 25: Closed.

Nate Bednar runs through a routine with Breeze, a four-year-old Australian Cow dog mix. All canines in the Marvelous Mutts show are rescue dogs.

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Free for seniors day at the Tennessee Valley Fair brought more than 2,500 people 65 and older to enjoy rides, games, displays and free stuff. The day was geared to those with special needs as well. Many rides were run at a slower speed to accommodate those who wanted or needed a more leisurely experience. A trolley was available to transport fairgoers from the front gate to the Pepsi community tent where seniors could take advantage of free blood pressure checks, flu shots and check out entertainment on stage all in the shade. Senior Home Assistance of Tennessee set up booths under the tent from numerous local vendors to give seniors a one-stop opportunity to compare services and senior benefits. Inside the Jacob building UT Extension and FCE partnered to offer free drinks and snacks along with culinary learning opportunities. Terri Karlson and Brandy Beene from The

Tree and Vine held demonstrations and free tastings. They explained uses for olive oil and how to tell when it is past its best date. Seniors also learned how to make their own decorative wine bottles. At the Kerr building seniors could explore beautiful displays from local crafters and participate in making many of their own to take home. As usual handmade quilts made a huge showing. “I don’t quilt but my grandmother did so I understand the work that goes into these,” said fairgoer Judith Dowell. “I am very impressed with these quilts. They are part of our history.” The Country Store featured handmade items and holiday décor for sale. The dog show, only in its second year at the fair, was well worth the stop. Nate Bednar works with the rescued canines that perform amazing tricks. Many seniors stated that it was one of the best Tennessee Valley Fairs ever.

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God, the jeweler You have made the moon to mark the seasons; the sun knows its time for setting. You make darkness and it is night â&#x20AC;Ś. (Psalm 104: 19 NRSV)

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A famous person plus one By Cindy Taylor Where can a person go for an evening out with quality entertainment by famous performers without leaving Halls? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy. Just go to Christ UMC for the choir fundraiser planned for 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get one famous person and me,â&#x20AC;? said Phil Campbell. Campbell has been a member of Christ UMC for more than six years and is always happy to talk about his church and the work members do in the community. He will take the stage with renowned Hee-Haw entertainer Lulu Roman for

the fundraiser. The two are long-time friends from the years when Campbellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father, Archie, did television with Roman. They came up with the plan to perform together for the fundraiser while doing a show in Jefferson City. Roman has become a wellknown gospel artist and Campbell has perfected stand-up comedy. When these two get together anything can happen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been thinking about this fundraiser for some time,â&#x20AC;? said Campbell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With our new building close to completion we need some things for the choir.â&#x20AC;?

Campbell will also donate an original painting done by Archie Campbell to be raffled off during the fundraiser. The painting is of Mount Hermon UMC in Powell. The church has changed very little since the painting was completed years ago. Christ UMC has added more than 9,400 square feet of interior space along with additional paved parking in the past year. The church holds three services every Sunday morning to accommodate attendance. Two services are held in the sanctuary and a contemporary service is held in

the gym. The gym has new hardwood flooring made possible by member donations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The people in this church are very generous,â&#x20AC;? said Campbell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Give them a project and they go right after it.â&#x20AC;? Sarah Holloway has been the choir director at the church for 17 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We plan to use money from the fundraiser to buy shelving, storage cabinets and furniture in the new choir room and hopefully some new music,â&#x20AC;? she said. Campbell loves to play the harmonica. Maybe if asked nicely he will work in

My calendar tells me that today is the first day of Fall, but what does my calendar know? I knew it was Fall when I walked across the yard on a recent night and saw the moon and the stars shining like it was their job. Even the darkness that surrounded the stars was lovely and rich and deep blue â&#x20AC;&#x201C; almost like lapis lazuli. If you have been a reader of this column for a while, you know that autumn is my season. The crispness of the air, the rustle of the leaves, and the sparkle of the heavens take my breath away and lift my heart with their freshness and beauty. I know there are people who dread autumn, who see it as the death of summer, who feel depressed by its onset. I can understand how someone might feel that way. That understanding â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so diametrically opposed to my joy and delight in the new season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is the only thing

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that makes me be patient with them instead of trying to win them over to my point of view. Sometimes I wonder if God enjoys the turning of the seasons as much as we do. Is that why the Almighty designed the universe with change? Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creativity â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that wondrous ability to create light and oceans and mountains and lakes and people and kitty cats and Irish setters and chipmunks and lapis lazuli â&#x20AC;&#x201C; surely causes God to look at this little whirling blob of matter and smile. Among all the stars, the worlds we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even see, God is at work creating, sustaining, upholding, blessing all Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creation. Amen, and amen.

a few numbers during the fundraiser. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love to do things for charity,â&#x20AC;? said Campbell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more fun than work.â&#x20AC;? Mark your calendar for the choir fundraiser Oct. 17,

the UMC Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bazaar Nov. 7 and the annual Fall Arts and Craft Fair Nov. 14. Christ UMC is at 7535 Maynardville Pike in Halls. Info: christumcknox.com or 922-2890

Registration fee: $25. Fees go to church building fund. Info/ registration: alicebellbaptistchurch.org, click on Activities & Events, then Craft Fair.

â&#x2013; 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.

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â&#x2013; 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. â&#x2013; Glenwood Baptist Church, 7212 Central Avenue Pike, is accepting appointments for the John 5 Food Pantry. Info: 938-2611. Your call will be returned. â&#x2013; Ridgeview Baptist Church, 6125 Lacy Road, offers Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

â&#x2013; First Comforter Church, 5516 Old Tazewell Pike, hosts MAPS (Mothers At Prayer Service) noon each Friday. Info: Edna Hensley, 771-7788. â&#x2013; 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.: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It Is Written: Inscriptions from the Ancient Worldâ&#x20AC;?; worship service, 10:45 a.m.: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vying for Canaan: Egypt, Philistines and Israelâ&#x20AC;?; lecture, 1 p.m.: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Archaeology and David.â&#x20AC;? Potluck lunch will follow the worship service.

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â&#x2013; 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.

Special services â&#x2013; City View Baptist Church,

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Cindy Miniard, Ethan Huffman and Winn Huffman enjoy Grandfriends Day at Fountain City Elementary School. The school sets aside a special time during the month for grandparents (or special friends) to spend lunch time with students.

Halls High to celebrate homecoming Oct. 2 Homecoming candidates at Halls High School have been busy raising money in hopes of being crowned queen on Friday, Oct. 2. Representing many clubs/athletics are: (front) Emily Hurst (masquerade players), Sarah Dixon (band), Kelsey Ellis (FCA), Alex Yanniello (cheer), Autumn Howard (FFA); (back) Morgan Walton (track), Cheyenne Lowery (CDCA), Kelsey Hephner (robotics), Hayley Edwards (Key Club), McKenzie Phillips (Madrigals) and Jasmine Fox (HOSA). Photo by R. White

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Ali Sharp winners recognized at Town Hall Fountain City Town Hall recently recognized the recipients of the Ali Sharp Award, in memory of a former teacher and as a reward

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Merry Olde England inin Oak Ridge By Carol Shane Head to St. George Greek Orthodox Church this weekend for the 36th Annual Greekfest. It’s a delicious Knoxville tradition that features authentic Greek food, live music, traditional Greek dancing and costumes, and shopping. As most Knoxvillians know, the entire interior of the church was destroyed by fire in April of this year. Festival guests will be invited into a temporary sanctuary, located in the gym. There will be presentations on Greek Orthodox religion and history, and items salvaged from the fire will be on display, including several icons that were, miraculously, barely damaged. The marketplace will offer imported jewelry and gifts. But the big draw is the food: roast lamb, gyro, souvlaki, pastichio, spanakopita, saganaki, and Greek salad, pizza and pastries. The 36th Annual Greekfest runs 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, and Saturday, Sept. 26; and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 4070 Kingston Pike. Admission: $2 for adults; free for children 12 and under; $3 weekend passes also available. Info:

The concert features UT professor of cello Wesley Baldwin performing Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto in E Minor. Best known as the composer of several “Pomp and Circumstance” marches, the composer wrote the concerto late in life. It has been described as “autumnal, romantic, melancholy yet at times full of grandeur.” Maestro Dan Allcott, now in his sixth season with ORSO, says, “I am so excited to feature my good friend Wesley Baldwin as soloist on our opening concert. Wes and I have collaborated many times over the years.” Baldwin says he’s excited, too. “The orchestra is first rate, and Dan is a great musician and conductor, and a cellist to boot, so he is the perfect conductor to explore UT professor of cello Wesley Baldwin looks these notes with. forward to performing Edward Elgar’s Cello “Elgar said of this piece Concerto in E Minor with the Oak Ridge Symthat it in some ways was phony Orchestra this weekend. Photo submitted reflective of an older man looking over his life. Now several decades into my re522-5043 or visit www. the Knoxville Symphony lationship with this piece, greekfesttn.com. Orchestra’s “American I do feel this element in its ■ Classical music lov- Masters” season opener the genesis ever more clearly. ers are looking forward to week before, concertgoers Yes, there is lots of vigor, the Oak Ridge Symphony will hop across the pond virtuosity and excitement Orchestra’s opening con- – or at least up Pellissippi in this piece. There is also a cert of its 71st season, titled Parkway – to hear music in- kind of wisdom and mind“Merry Olde England,” this spired by that sceptered isle fulness that goes quite deep weekend. Having attended and its composers. into subtle and important

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emotional realms. I could not be more pleased at the advent of this upcoming performance. “And, as anyone who’s heard it knows, it is just flatout gorgeous.” The concert also features the Oak Ridge Chorus in a performance of G.F. Handel’s anthem, “Zadok the Priest.” The evening opens with Felix Mendelssohn’s “Hebrides Overture” and closes with Haydn’s last symphony, No. 104 in D major, often called the “London Symphony.”

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No one is making people watch the staggeringly bad movies at Scruffy Science Cinepub 6000, but apparently they just can’t turn away. Offered at 8 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Scruffy City Hall, 32 Market Square, Scruffy Science Cinepub 6000 bears more than a passing resemblance to the late and still lamented “Mystery Science Theater 3000.” Knoxville’s distinction is that improvisational comedians are sitting in on the film, ragging on it live for the audience’s enjoyment. And there’s a “heckle mic” in the back. “We encourage audience members to bring on their best one-line zingers while the whole thing is going on as well,” says Michael Samstag, who produces the event with Victor Agreda Jr., with support from Matt Ward. “We have a gong for any really terrible groaners.” Samstag says that two troupes – Scruffy City Comedy and Full Disclosure Comedy – are already on board, and he expects Einstein Simplified to join in the fun, too. Cinepub 6000 “was born from an afternoon of drinking” with Scruffy City

proprietor Scott West and others in June, says Samstag. He found his lineup by Googling bad movies “and stuff that I could find on Amazon for cheap.” “There’s a bunch of lists of films that nobody owns, that are public-domain schlocky films that you can use for various screenings without having to worry about fees, and of course for us it’s fair-use public domain anyway because we’re improvising over it as it plays.” The series debuted in August with “Invasion of the Bee Girls.” The Sept. 23 film is “The Brain That Wouldn’t Die” (1962). “It’s so funny because we do all these serious screenings, and we have to beg and cajole to get people to come out, then we can take … ‘Invasion of the Bee Girls’ – I’d like to say it’s the worst movie ever made, but there’s so many of them like that – and people just can’t get enough of it.” Upcoming films include the original “Little Shop of Horrors” (notable as Jack Nicholson’s first film), “Destination Moon” and “The Crawling Eye.” “They’re sort of indiscriminately chosen,” says Samstag. “The Brain That Wouldn’t Die” was “a

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MST3K favorite. That’s actually a coincidence. I’m not trying to just do stuff that’s been on ‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’ because then comedians could go and just watch those episodes and have all the obvious lines.” Although the Scruffy Science Cinepub 6000 is all about laughs, Samstag says he “wouldn’t call it a familyfriendly event” because alcohol plays a big role. “Drinks start at 7, and the trashing begins at 8,”

he says. But judging by August’s turnout and the he RSVPs on the Facebook k page a week in advance, e, he’s expecting fans to o create their own family over the months. “I think it’s going to be a beloved event in no time.”

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Maestro Allcott promises “an enjoyable evening for all!” The Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra performs its opening concert of the 2015-2016 season at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center, 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Ticket prices begin at $10 for young adults ages 18-30; $25 for adults. Children are admitted free. Info: www.orcma. org or call 483-5569.

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Bypassing go Cleveland woman gets energized after bariatric surgery by gain: more energy, better sleep, fewer body aches, “great” blood pressure and best of all, a new life. “My worst days now are what I thought were my best days before,” she said. “I still love food. I think it tastes good. That’s why I eat it! But now I love yard sales – that’s my addiction now. I can wear my friends out shopping now. They’ll be ready to quit and I’m saying, ‘C’mon! I’m bigger than you! C’mon, let’s go!’” She doesn’t mind getting her picture taken anymore either. But when she looks at her “before” pictures, Ayala says, “I think, ‘Lord have mercy! How did I ever let myself get like that?’ It’s not because I was in a car accident and was bedridden and I couldn’t get around. It’s because I kept putting that food in my mouth and I didn’t stop. I really do recommend this surgery. It’s not an easy way out, but for some of us, it’s the only way out.”

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Like so many others, Robin Ayala has seen a dramatic change after weight loss surgery. Thanks to Dr. Jonathan Ray of the Center for Bariatric Surgery at Fort Sanders Regional, she has lost 279 pounds.

la’s Body Mass Index, the most common weight-to-height metric for identifying obesity, measured 79.5 – more than double the morbid obesity marker of 35-plus. That meant she couldn’t qualify for surgery unless she first lost 50 to 55 pounds. It seemed an almost impossible task. Yet, she knew something had to be done. “I was 477 pounds and almost immobile,” Ayala said. “I had diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. I could hardly walk and I wasn’t getting any smaller. I kept getting heavier and heavier and heavier, and I felt I had to do something and it had to be something drastic.” “I didn’t really have a life,” she added. “I’d drive the kids to school and come back and sit on the couch and fall asleep. I’d just conk out. I had to sleep on the couch, too, because my back hurt and my knees killed me. I had to sit in a chair to load the dishwasher because my legs couldn’t support me. Taking a shower wore me out – I would be more wet from sweating than from the shower. My feet were as high as they were wide and ached so bad that I would literally wait until it was almost too late before I would go to the bathroom. It hurt that much to walk.” So, Ayala decided to follow Dr. Ray’s instructions, attending four required nu-

trition classes to help her shed the needed pounds to qualify for the surgery. “If you don’t go to the classes, you don’t have your surgery – period,” she said. By the day of her surgery, Ayala had lost 77 pounds. When she was discharged from the hospital two days later, she began life anew. “Your stomach is just like a baby, a newborn – it’s been ‘reborn,’” she said. “The first two weeks, it’s liquids only. And you don’t even want the liquids because you’re not even hungry. You’ve got to force yourself to do that but you’ve got to have it or you will starve to death.” The pounds began falling off quickly. Although she began to reach a plateau at nine months, Robin shed 155 pounds by the 10-month mark. Then, over the next few months, she lost another 65. Today, the 5-foot-6 Ayala weighs 204, and hopes to lose about 30 more pounds. “I’ve almost been at a standstill for about 15 months, but I can lose more if I just do better,” she said. “I would love to be 170. I wouldn’t mind being at 180. I never wanted to be tiny – I think it’s better to be 10 over than 10 under, but I’ll be a decent size anyway. I’m pretty happy where I am now if it was just firm.” But the loss has also been accompanied

MAMMOGRAMS SAVE LIVES. Some women risk their health because they think mammograms are not fun. Now they are! A special girls night out mammogram party will be held on Tuesday, October 13 in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You are invited to attend with your mother, your daughter, your best friend or someone else whose health you care about. Screening mammograms will be provided by appointment on a ﬁrst-come basis for women 40 and over who have not been evaluated within the past year. Most insurances accepted. Refreshments will be provided and each participant will receive a special gift.

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She never liked having pictures taken but after losing 279 pounds via gastric bypass, Robin Ayala of Cleveland, Tenn., might want to reconsider that one photo she loathes most: the one on her driver’s license. “I’ve had to show people my driver’s license and they won’t accept it!” Ayala said recently. “They don’t believe it’s me. I ask them, ‘Why would I show you that ugly picture if it’s not me?!’ I have changed a lot.” Indeed. Not only has her shoulder-length hair been traded for a short ‘n’ sassy cut, but the 45-year-old mother of four is noticeably thinner – in her face, stomach, arms, legs and even her feet. So much so that friends do a “double take” when they see her. What made the difference? The Rouxen Y gastric bypass surgery performed by Dr. Jonathan Ray, a surgeon at the Fort Sanders Center for Bariatric Surgery. Roux-en Y gastric bypass is the current gold standard for weight loss surgery. The stomach is reduced in size by stapling a smaller stomach pouch. The outlet from this new pouch empties directly into the lower portion of the small intestines, “bypassing” calorie absorption. The key to successful weight loss via the Roux-en Y gastric bypass is the early sense of fullness and satisfaction. Ayala, who had put on most of her weight during her four pregnancies and was suffering from diabetes and high blood pressure, was referred to Dr. Ray by her primary care provider in Cleveland, TN, who had told her that she “wouldn’t be around for her kids” if she didn’t do something soon. She searched the Internet and found a schedule for Dr. Ray’s evening bariatric surgery seminars held at various locations throughout Covenant Health. There, she found not only the answers she needed, but the doctor she wanted as well. “The seminars were very informative,” she said. “There was a slideshow, and he would point out things and tell you exactly what was what. Instead of just telling you, ‘You need to get it done’ and that’s it, he tells exactly what you need to hear. I like to be informed. Listening to him and talking to him one-on-one really helped, because I like a doctor who will talk to you and has a good bedside manner.” For Ayala, the January 2013 surgery marked a turning point in her life, helping her not only lose weight, but realize the seriousness of her health risks. “I knew I was big. I knew I was very big, but I couldn’t be weighed because there wasn’t anything to weigh me on,” said Ayala. So when the scales at Dr. Ray’s office rose to 477 pounds, even Ayala couldn’t believe it. “When they weighed me I just cried,” said Ayala. “I just couldn’t believe I was almost 500 pounds! I thought maybe I weighed 400 because 400 is big, but I didn’t know I was almost 500! I just didn’t see it. I told Dr. Ray, ‘There is something wrong with your scales!’ I didn’t believe it. My husband didn’t believe it either. I guess him seeing me every day he didn’t think I gained that much.” Even more devastating was that Aya-

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Vans FORD EXCURSION - 2003. 4x4, towing package 7.3 diesel runs great, good tires asking 10,000 obo single owner call Mark 423 836-1133 288,000 mi., $10,000.

Classic Cars CHEV. C10 1964. Shortbed, 350 eng., 350 turbo trans. 3850 mi. Total restored. $29,995/b.o. (865)771-1360

Plumbing

Tree Services

DAVID HELTON

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

PLUMBING CO. All Types of Residential & Commercial Plumbing

MASTER PLUMBER 40 Years Experience Licensed & Bonded • Bobcat w/Backhoe Attachment • Footer • Above-Ground Pools • Sewer Installations • Landscaping • Bush Hogging • Driveways • Firewood etc.

BOBCAT/BACKHOE

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.

Licensed and insured Over 30 yrs. experience

Free estimates

865-219-9505

EDWARDS TREE SERVICE Interior Pruning, Complete Removal, Power Stump Grinding Insured • Free Estimates

Tree Services

922-0645

Small dump truck. Small jobs welcome & appreciated! Call 6884803 or 660-9645.

Workers Comp Liability

Blank’s Tree Work

Home Maint./Repair

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.

HAROLD’S GUTTER SERVICE

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

Will beat written estimates w/ comparable credentials. All types of Tree Care and Stump Removal LOCAL CALL

FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES

Lamps/Light Services

Hankins

DREAM LIGHTING

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

924-7536

Tree Service

Owner Operator

497-3797

COOPER’S BUDGET LAWNCARE

Pruning • Logging Bush Hogging Stump Removal Insured

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.

Miscellaneous

PIANO OR ACCORDION LESSONS

3-FAMILY GARAGE SALE - Thu & Fri Sept 24 & 25, 7:30am-4pm. and Sat. Sept 26, 7:30am-noon. Meadowbrook Circle/East Beaver Creek.

COMMUNITY YARD SALE - Sat, Sept 26, 8 am - 1 pm. Hannah’s Grove area, just north of the Halls Walmart on Norris Fwy. Multiple participants with lots of great things for sale. Start your Christmas shopping early! ESTATE SALE - Fri & Sat Sept 25-26, 9am-3pm. at 8004 Boruff Rd, Corryton.

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE - Fri & Sat Sept 25-26, 8am-2pm. HH and children’s items. 7210 Jubilee Court, Indian Crossing s/d.

FREE ESTIMATES • LIFETIME EXPERIENCE

DREAM GARDENS

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

North

GIBBS DRIVE YARD SALE - Sat, Sept 26, 8am-2pm. Don’t miss this annual neighborhood sale! Gibbs Drive, across Broadway from the Fountain City Kroger. Many participants, variety of items from antiques to collectibles to misc. stuff.

Roger Hankins

Landscaping/Lawn Service

Garage Sales

Wheels/Recreation

Buy & Sell fast!

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Farm Equipment

922-4136 or 218-WEST(9378) Automobiles for Sale

Farmer’s Mkt/ Trading Post

2004 FARM PRO 2430 4X4 TRACTOR with 6 pieces of equipment. Asking $7600 or make offer. Call 556-9210 or 688-9680.

Automobiles for Sale

All ages and levels are welcome! Call (865)922-8770

Jobs

Painting Services 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 DRIVERS: - No-Touch! Get Home, Get Paid! Excellent Pay Per Wk! Strong Benefits Package Including Bonuses! CDL-A 1yr exp. 855-454-0392

HOMETOWN AIR “Back to the basics”

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

Employment

Alterations & Sewing

ACTION ADS 922-4136 or 218-WEST(9378) Find help here DEADLINE is 4 pm Friday

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

Sales

Contractors/Builders

LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR

FAST $$ CASH $$ 4 JUNK AUTOS

BUICK LUCERNE - 2008. CXL loaded, heat/AC power leather, Sunroof, Navi, good tires, garaged, non-smoker 108,000 mi., $9,500. (865)981-8881. BUICK REGAL - 2000. Silver Regal GS with gray interior. Leather seats, sunroof. Call after 3. 161,000 mi., $1,800. (865)654-0863.

Employment

ALTERATIONS BY FAITH

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

POWELL’S PAINTING

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

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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.

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

Cleaning Services

HOUSE CLEANING

Reasonable rates, good references. Call (865)680-7652

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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. Info/booth pricing: Marilyn Toppins, mtoppins51@comcast.net.

THROUGH FRIDAY, 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.

THROUGH SUNDAY, OCT. 4 “The Little Mermaid, Jr.,” a musical stage version of the 1989 Walt Disney Studios film, Knoxville Children’s Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performances: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $12. Info/reservations: 208-3677 or knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com.

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. 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. Registration deadline for “Vols for Kidneys” golf classic, to be held Monday, Sept. 28, Cherokee Country Club. Sponsored by UT Medical Center. Proceeds will

benefit the East Tennessee Kidney Foundation. No onsite registration. Info/registration: 288-7351 or katie@ etkidney.org.

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

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, SEPT. 25-26

TUESDAY, SEPT. 29

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

Binding the Quilt Edge class, 1-4 p.m., Hobby Lobby at Turkey Creek. Cost: $25. Info/registration: Monica Schmidt, 406-3971, monicaschmidt.tn@gmail. com, myquiltplace.com/profile/monicaschmidt.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 26

Musical AMERICAN Fender Telecaster Guitar & Jazz Bass, both like new, $775 ea. (865)673-8884

Farm Equipment

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

Store Fixtures

Adoptions

Mr Tablecloth and More is moving its Gatlinburg store. All fixtures & furniture are for sale. Custom made display cubes, cabinets & valance. Ideal for moonshine or wine display. Very durable, made from 3/4” plywood - not particle board. 48 linear feet total. $7,000. 3 Commercial grade self standing carpet display racks. 1 display holds 20 arms, the other 2 displays hold 40 arms. The reinforced 1” sq arms are approx 84” long. $1200 each. Call Gerry 865-604-8459

ADOPT: - Creative, musical, nurturing teacher wishes to adopt a baby into her loving & secure home. Expenses Paid. Call Lillian 1-888-861-8427 or www.liliadopts.com.

NEW IDEA 3618 Manure Spreader, good cond. 2 beaters, SN251148, $5900. (865)588-6250.

Farm Products

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

865-986-4264 Logs2Lumber.com MUSCADINES - You pick, $5 Gal., I pick, $10 Gal. Plants, wine & jelly. Free firewood. Powell, TN. 924-7718.

Livestock & Supplies

4 GRAVE SITES TOGETHER - Bookwalter Meth. Church, Knox, $600 ea. 865-588-1720; 865-659-9921 HIGHLAND MEMORIAL CEMETERY - 4 plots together. $7,850. (317)727-2764 US VETERAN’S BURIAL SITES - For sale by US veteran living in Spain, bruce.quigley@gmail.com. Highland Memorial Cemetery, Lot 141A, spaces 3 - 4, Veterans’ Garden of Patriotism, retail price $5990, perpetual care included, phone (011)34-655828262. (Following ph. nr. invalid, required by Sentinel format.) $3,999, Best Offer. (655)8282620

Collectibles

BUYING OLD US COINS

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

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

Merchandise Lost Merchandise $100 REWARD - for info leading to arrest and conviction of thieves who stole yellow 2-seat pontoon paddle boat, or $50 for locating it. (865)680-8066

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

Hunt/Fish Supplies 500 ACRES + of prime deer hunting. Roads are everywhere. Can break into 150 or 250 acre tracts. Soy beans & corn, ponds, barns, 2 story house. (615)-975-3631 (931)621-3415

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

Antiques WANTED Military antiques and collectibles 865-368-0682

Appliances

GOOD AS NEW APPLIANCES

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.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 27

THURSDAY, OCT. 1

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. Ballroom Dance, 7-9 p.m., Halls Senior Center, 4405 Crippen Road. Music by Nigel Boulton. Admission: $5. Info: 922-0416. 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

Cemetery Lots

John Deere Utility Tractor, #1023E, 2012, 21.3 hours, attachments included are AutoConnect 60D MidMount Mower Deck & H120 Bucket Loader. $12,500. Sevierville (248) 225-9446

“Mosaic Birdbath Workshop” class, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Jessica Kortz. Registration deadline: Sept. 19. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net.

Neighborhood Festival, 5 p.m., St. Paul UMC, 4014 Garden Drive. Concert by PromisedLand Gospel Quartet in the sanctuary followed by a barbecue dinner with all the trimmings under a tent in the front parking lot.

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

4 GRAVE LOTS - Sherwood Memorial, The Garden of Devotion, 61D, Lots 1-4. $5500 obo. (865)640-6617

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 26-27

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.

Farmer’s Mkt/ Trading Post

FILSON CORRAL heavy duty with head gate, Loudon County, $4,750. Call (865)588-6250.

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. “Mold making for potters” class, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Peter Rose. Registration deadline: Sept. 19. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net.

Big Ridge 4th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Big Ridge Elementary School library. Info: 992-5212.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, OCT. 1-3 Fall Flower Bulb Sale, Historic Ivan Racheff House and Gardens, 1943 Tennessee Ave. Times: 9 a.m.3 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. Bulb Sale Café will serve lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday and Friday only. Proceeds to benefit the maintenance of the gardens. Info: 522-6210.

FRIDAY, OCT. 2 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, OCT. 2-3 Church rummage sale, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Beulah Baptist Church, 1138 Raccoon Valley Road, Maynardville. Clothing, furniture, concessions. Fall bake and rummage sale, 8:30-3 p.m., Mount Hermon UMC, 232 E. Copeland Road. Baked goods, canned goods and “treasures” for sale. Info: 938-7910 or 939-7663.

Condos-Unfurn

Tickets/Events

BUY/SELL SEASON TICKETS PARKING PASSES ALL GAMES Cash Paid

(865)687-1718

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BUYING SEASON TICKETS Parking Passes All Single Games CASH PAID

Announcements

ADOPT: A loving Mom, a devoted Dad, and a bright future are waiting to welcome your baby! Expenses paid. Anne & Colin. 1-877-246-6780 LOVING, MARRIED COUPLE wishing to adopt a baby. Will give your child a loving, safe, and happy home. Call toll free 800-939-6271

OWNER FINANCE. 2BR/2BA LIKE NEW - 4819 Poplar Crest Way, 0BR, OwnerFinance.Like New 2BR 2BA.Updates-Tile,Pergo Wood floors,Lights,Paint,Bathrooms.W/ in closets. Deck. By Adair Park & Broadway/I-640.$99k.6%int.$5K down.423-351-3410 (423)351-3410

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

FIRST SUN FINANCE

600 ACRES IN WEST LIBERTY KY / Morgan Co. Great timber investment. Exc. hunting. Creek & stream. 4 mi. from town. $600,000. (229)221-2228 LAND FOR SALE 3 to 50 acres. Great Hunting! $6000 per acre and up. (408)829-7398

(865)384-6867 BUYING TN vs ARKANSAS Tickets & PARKING PASSES 865-315-3950 GEORGIA TICKETS - I’m looking for 5 lower level tickets for the Tennessee-Georgia game, preferably between the 30 yard lines. Either 5 together or 3 and 2 split, doesn’t matter. Looking for premium tickets only. Willing to pay premium price. We are Tennessee fans! (615)7349212

Legals

Real Estate Rentals

Public Notices NORTHEAST KNOX UTILITY DISTRICT - Board of Commissioners will hold the regular monthly meeting on Monday, September 28, at 8:30 a.m. in their ofﬁce located at 7214 Washington Pike, Corryton, TN. If special accommodations are needed please call (865) 687-5345.

I NEED

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

1,2,3 BR $355 - $460/mo. GREAT VALUE RIVERSIDE MANOR ALCOA HWY 970-2267 *Pools, Laundries, Appl. *5 min. to UT & airport

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

www.riversidemanorapts.com BEST DEAL OUT WEST! 1BR from $375. 2BR $550-$695. No pets. Parking @ front door. (865)470-8686

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Homes Unfurnished 3BR/2.5BA FOR RENT - Great location: Carrington S/D in Halls. $1200/mo + $1200 dep. No pets, no smoking. Call (865) 986-3975 or (865)660-1193 HOUSE/DUPLEX RENTAL 3-5 BR 102 Eastwood Drive, Lake Forest Neighgborhood, 3 Miles from UT: 2 BA, 2 laundry & kitchens, deck, screen porch, fireplace, alarm, pets OK, fenced yard, $1500/mo. Call 865-806-2142. NORTH. 3 BR + bonus, 2 1/2 BA, Shannon Valley Subd. Incl all appls. Many subd. amenities. $1425. Call Lydia 865-804-6012 WEST, - 3BR, 2BA, 1890 SF, FP, 2 car det. gar., Apollo Dr., 37921, Refs. req., $975 mo. David (865)696-4916.

Duplx/Multplx UnFurn

TN vs ARKANSAS Tickets PLEASE CALL RUDY (865) 567-7426

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

For Sale By Owner AFFORDABLE CONVENIENCE - 2115 Paris Road, 0BR, Convenient to all of Knoxville, nice neighborhood, sweet yard and front porch (865)414-4366

Lots/Acreage for Sale

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

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

Farms & Acreage LAND FOR SALE FSBO 115 Sugar Hollow Rd, Pigeon Forge behind Cracker Barrel at Stop Lt. 1. 865-604-4247

Financial Consolidation Loans

Apartments - Unfurn.

WEST - family neighborhood, washer/dryer connection, 3 bedroom , 2 bath, $785 monthly, 1 year lease 865-216-5736

Manufactured Homes RENT TO OWN 3 BR, 2 BA - in park. $750/mo. 199 Betty Lou Lane, Maynardville. (865)556-6244

Real Estate Commercial Commercial RE Lease 6000 SF BUILDING located at 333 Oak Ridge Tpk. To see property or get more detail call 865-661-0102.

Ofﬁces/Warehouses/Rent 4000 SF Office/Warehouse with dock & drive in, prime location Middlebrook Pk. $3,000 mo.

865-544-1717; 865-740-0990

B-4 • SEPTEMBER 23, 2015 • HALLS/FOUNTAIN CITY Shopper news

Announcing the 39th Annual

Kerbela Shrine Circus It’s a 3-ring show your family won’t want to miss! We’d love for you to be part of this special event, and we’ll send complimentary passes for your family and friends with your paid sponsorship.

Thompson-Boling Arena, Knoxville, Tenn. Fri., Oct. 23, 2015 ...................7pm Sat., Oct. 24, 2015 .......1pm & 7pm Sun., Oct. 25, 2015......1pm & 7pm SHRINERS ON PARADE starts 30 minutes before showtime.

The Kerbela Shriners need and appreciate your support of the circus. Your help makes it possible for us to maintain our efforts locally and give away many thousands of free tickets to disadvantaged and deserving children and worthy organizations in 17 East Tennessee counties so that they can enjoy the circus free of charge. If you haven’t already been contacted and would like more info, please contact us at: Kerbela Shrine Circus PO Box 2691 Knoxville, TN 37901 Phone: (865) 573-0446 Email: knoxville@shrineservices.com

We thank you for your continued support! Fundraising for the circus is conducted by Shrine Services, a professional solicitor on behalf of the Kerbela Shriners. Proceeds benefit Kerbela Shriners. Contributions are not deductible as charitable donations.

If you are interested in a position helping reach out to the community, we are hiring, call (865) 246-1823.

Realty Executives Associates Inc. Larry & Laura Bailey

2322 W. Emory Rd. 947-9000 www.knoxvillerealty.com

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

Ofﬁce is independently owned & operated.

Justin Bailey < POWELL – Private & gated. This 13.98 acre mini-farm features: All brick 3BR rancher w/attached 3-car along w/ det 3-car w/ofﬁce & BA, horse barn, 4-slat board fencing & auto watering sys for live stock. $524,900 (930293)

LOOKING FOR LAND? Call US "The Certiﬁed Land Consultants." $44,900 – 3.88 acres (929583) $49,065 – 4.24 acres (929590) $60,000 – 11.29 acres (920648) KARNS – 4.69 acres, level to gently rolling & mostly cleared. Sits back off road w/creek. A must see. $250,000 (902411)

POWELL – Brick bsmt rancher has lots of potential. Open ﬂoor plan w/lg tiled sun rm overlooking in-ground Gunite pool. 2 gas FPs up & 1 woodburning FP down. Plenty of rm to grow w/the partially ﬁnished bsmt which has a half BA. $175,000 (939860)

$75,000 – 8.78 acres (910280) $84,900 – 2.5 acres gated (926649) $79,900 – 2 acres w/home (908559) $85,000 – 6 acres w/creek (927701) $119,000 – 5.01 acres (923084) $129,900 – 12.14 acres (910270) $144,000 – 20+/– acres, gated & mtn view (926637) $156,000 – 17.5 acres (928303) $169,000 – 20+/– acres (926655)

POWELL – Well-kept, 3BR/2.5BA. This home features: Slate entry w/water feature, formal living/dining rm, rec rm w/wet bar & brick woodburning FP, mstr suite w/full BA & dressing area. Pebble drive & walk way. Great covered patio overlooks the shaded, level, fenced backyard. Stg shed 12x14 w/ electric. $199,900 (939642)

$224,900 – 67.13 acres (918598) $249,900 – 38+ acres (914453) POWELL – Great 1-level open ﬂoor plan. This 3BR/2BA home has cathedral ceilings, hdwd ﬂoors, lg pantry & laundry off kit. Covered front porch & 2-car gar. Extra stg: Floored attic & stg bldg stay. $145,000 (936958)

$289,000 – 16 acres & 5 structures (928728) $325,000 – 31.8 acres (924339) $590,000 – 70 acres w/creek (927957)

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Look for the silver lining

By Carol Shane

mber Davis, currently working to earn her degree in ultrasound technology, admits that “Eight weeks ago I was about ready to quit.” Earning a second degree later in life can be difficult. The demands of adulthood can certainly get in the way. Especially if you’ve just lost your house and everything in it. On Saturday, July 18, at 1:50 p.m., the condo Davis shared with her husband, Jeremy, and their dogs Reese and Lily was one of two West Knoxville homes hit by lightning in a violent storm. “I was home, working on homework” says Davis. Jeremy had just returned from a 55-mile bike ride and was headed for the shower. “A thunderstorm suddenly popped up in the area and lightning was striking everywhere.” Just as Jeremy was starting to unplug the electronics, “lightning struck the house and an extremely loud pop erupted in the living room.” Following a trail of smoke and electrical smell, Jeremy discovered flames in the attic. He yelled, “Call 911, the house is on fire!” “It took five to six minutes to grab purse and dogs and get out,” Davis says. Jeremy went to check on the neighbors and their pets. And then the couple stood and watched as fire and water destroyed their home and “all the stuff.” Both Davises are medical professionals. Jeremy is database administrator for Vista Radiology, and Amber has been an administrator in patient services. Born in El Paso, Texas, she’s lived in such far-flung places as Jedda, Saudi Arabia; New Hampshire; California, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from California State in San Bernadino; and Long Island, N.Y. In 2006, she moved to Knoxville to “be near family and slow down.” She met Jeremy at work. “He is a good ol’ To page 2

Jeremy and Amber Davis’ shared sense of humor got them through many rough times in the past two months. Of dogs Reese and Lily, Amber says, “These are our children!”

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ing us with how to just take the first steps.” Davis made it through her “I Southern boy and he is a rock. Just give up” moment. Even with an epically amazing man!” the overwhelming grief and The couple were married endless list of tasks to be in 2010, “barefoot, on the completed for the inbeach, in Antigua.” surance company, she Davis had become was back in class the stalled in her career. following Thursday “I knew that I wanted with a new sense of more. I’ve always had purpose. a fascination with the “It’s easy to take body. I didn’t want to the easy way out, but be a doctor or nurse, but I’ve worked too hard I loved computers. And and I’ve finally figured there was a longing to help out what I want to be people at a deeper level when I grow up – of than what I was doing.” course I’m going to Leaning on each other in the days She became intercontinue; of course after a fire destroyed their home ested in sonography I’m going to study,” was “a testament to our marriage,” and enrolled at South she says. “And that’s says Amber Davis, here with husCollege. Though still the silver lining in band Jeremy and Boston Terrier Lily. unsure about her life’s this disaster – the big path, Davis was enjoypicture of what I was ing her studies. Then trying to do became painfully clear.” came that fateful Saturday. The couple are temporarily settled in an Immediately after the disaster, the couple clung to each other in shock. “We had apartment with the dogs. Friends and supto guide each other through. It’s a surreal porters are pitching in to help with expensexperience. There were two dimensions: es at www.youcaring.com. hysterical laughing and hysterical crying – Davis is looking forward to finishing nothing in between.” her degree. She’s very proud to be among Jeremy’s parents and sister came to help. the ranks of those who wield the scanner. And “the Knoxville Fire Department, Ru- “In case you don’t know,” she says with a ral/Metro, Fire Investigation Bureau, Red twinkle in her eye, “we sonographers are Cross and ServPro were amazing in assist- the original ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’!” From page 1

5 simple ways to increase energy efficiency and savings Fall and winter can be tough on your home and your wallet. As temperatures drop, chances are your furnace will be working overtime. This results in two things: greater energy consumption and higher heating bills. In fact, costs associated with heating and cooling a home year-round typically comprise twothirds of the average energy bill. Try these easy DIY projects to help cut down on energy loss and expenses: 1. Replace worn weather-stripping around doors and windows. Worn weather-stripping can create drafts and let heated air out, stressing your furnace and compromising your comfort. Replacing it takes little time and is a low-cost, high-impact solution. 2. Top up or replace old insulation in your attic. A poorly insulated attic is a primary source of energy loss. Also, over time, some types of insulation can settle and compact, allowing heat to escape through gaps. Experts recommend topping up or replacing attic insulation with a dimensionally stable batt insulation like Roxul Com-

fortbatt. Aim for an R-value of at least R-50 or a depth of roughly 16 inches. 3. Insulate basement headers and walls. Uninsulated basement headers are common, especially in older homes. They can act as a gateway for heated air to escape. Fixing the problem is fast and easy. Simply cut Comfortbatt mineral wool insulation to fit the cavity and compress into place. Doing this throughout your basement will prevent heat loss and can potentially save hundreds of dollars each year. 4. Caulk around windows. Cracks and crevices are a source of heat loss. They can also be an entry point for water/moisture, as well as for unwelcome insects. Preventative maintenance, such as caulking, can improve energy efficiency and prevent costly repairs. 5. Change your furnace fi lter. Make it a point to check your furnace filter monthly, always changing it when it’s dirty. This will improve the performance and efficiency of your furnace, saving you money.

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Advice for soon-to-be graduates

raduation season, an oft-emotional time of great celebration and reflection, is on the horizon. Though soon-to-be graduates are about to have one set of challenges firmly behind them, other important life decisions and experiences are looming in the not-too-distant future. Although there’s no magic set of rules for post-graduation, the following advice can help graduates transition from the classroom to the ceremony and then life after school. ■ Attend the graduation ceremony. Graduating students may debate whether or not to attend their graduation ceremonies. Such ceremonies tend to be lengthy, and outdoor affairs can be hot and uncomfortable. However, graduation is a milestone moment that you won’t get to enjoy again. Attending graduation allows you one last academic experience, and even if that may not seem meaningful right now, you might regret skipping the ceremony down the road. ■ Enjoy graduation but buckle down once the dust settles. Accord-

wisely, but be prepared to buckle down when the time comes to start repaying loans. ■ Join an alumni association. Regardless of the size of your school, chances are strong they have a local alumni association and several chapters across the country. Take advantage of these organizations to connect with fellow alumni, who can be invaluable sources of information and provide connections that may help you find a job in your field. ■ Read and learn new skills. If you have yet to land that first job, use some of your down time to re-

acquaint yourself with reading for pleasure instead of reading as part of an assignment. You also can use extra time to explore new skills, such as learning certain software or applications that may help you stand out in a competitive job market. ■ Before you decide what you want to do, you may have to figure out what you don’t like. Another way to use free time is to volunteer or apply for internships in fields you may want to work in. These experiences can help you determine your career options and find a career you find both challenging and exciting. But such opportunities can also help you determine when a given line of work isn’t for you. Oftentimes, finding the right career path takes some trial and error. Don’t get too down if an opportunity doesn’t pan out. Instead, keep your head up and take advantage of the next opportunity that comes your way. Graduation is a time of mixed emotions. Graduates can not only use graduation season to make lasting memories with friends but also to take the first steps toward the next phase of their lives.

Tips for making school more affordable

ew expenses worry parents as much as the rising cost of education. Whether a child has just entered a preschool program or is about to enroll in college, the cost of that education figures to be considerable. School expenses vary depending on the school, but parents who enroll their children in private schools can expect to pay several hundred dollars per month for their youngsters’ education. When those kids are ready to head off to college, those expenses will rise considerably. Although public education is less expensive, it is not without expenditures. Supplies and fees associated with extracurricular programs may stretch parents’ budgets even further. Parents commonly look for ways to mitigate education costs, and the following are a few ways to do just that. ■

ing to a survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the job market for new graduates is improving marginally. But the Institute for College Access and Success notes that many college graduates will be saddled with around $25,000 in debt upon earning their degrees. Many student loans have a six-month repayment grace period after graduation, so new grads who don’t already have a job lined up may want to use some of that grace period to travel, visit distant relatives or relax and recharge before their first payment comes due. Use the time

Need- and merit-based aid

Education costs can be staggering, but the sticker price is not necessarily what families will have to pay out of pocket. Many students receive financial aid, which may come in the form of grants, scholarships or low-interest loans. Students who want to be considered for financial aid

will have to apply and provide information about the family’s finances. Scholarships are typically awarded for academic achievement and are not exclusive to those people with limited financial means. Schools may offer scholarships directly, or students may need to apply through private organizations. Certain groups may sponsor education grants that help students who meet certain criteria finance their educations. Financial aid may even be available to younger students. Many private high schools and K-12 academies have their own assistance programs, and it never hurts to speak to administrators about payment options and if there are any available programs to make tuition more affordable. ■

Work ahead

High school students may be eligible for advanced placement, or AP, courses that count for college credit. That means being able to take college-level classes in high school without having to pay college-level costs. AP courses may be more challenging, but students who qualify for AP courses can save time and money.

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Students transferring into college after military training or directly from the workforce may be able to earn college credits for such experience. The more credits a student earns through such opportunities the less that student has to pay to earn his or her degree.

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Many school employees are entitled to discounts or even free tuition for their children. Working for a local high school, college or university can alleviate the concerns parents have about paying for their kids’ educations. And teachers are not the only professions in demand. Schools need ■ Budget in advance administrative staff, IT professionals, reIt’s never too early for parents to begin cruiters and marketing personnel. saving for their children’s educations. Ask friends and family members to contrib- ■ Sibling discounts ute to college funds when giving holiday Schools often offer discounts to parents or birthday gifts instead of providing toys who enroll multiple students in a school at or other material items. Establish tax-dethe same time. Consider having children ferred or tax-free educational savings accounts that will accrue through the years attend together to qualify for these disand make schooling costs more afford- counts. In addition, determine if a parent able. For example, 529 plans in the United or grandparent’s alma mater offers tuition States allow relatives to set aside money discounts to future family members who to help children or grandchildren save for attend the same school. college. Parents should consult with financial ■ Apply online Some institutions waive application planners to determine the best ways to create educational savings accounts. Financial fees if paperwork is filed online. Costs experts will understand tax loopholes and can quickly add up, and avoiding applicaprograms that make it easier for parents to tion fees is another way to trim education costs. save money for their kids’ educations.

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Creating your household budget

tretching every dollar is a reality for many families. A higher costof-living coupled with financial uncertainty has inspired many families to scale back their spending, a process that’s much easier when families create a household budget. Creating a household budget is often more complicated for families than it is for individuals. That’s because families not only tend to have more monthly expenses, but also because families tend to pay more mind to their financial futures than men and women living on their own. The following are a few tips for individuals hoping to create a household budget for their families. ■ Get a grip on your finances. Before setting a family budget, heads of the household should first get a firm grasp of their finances. Determine household income, fixed monthly expenses (i.e., mortgage, car payments, etc.), luxury expenses (i.e., cable television service, dining out, etc.), and outstanding consumer debt. Once you get a clear picture of what’s coming in and what’s going out, you can determine where you’re making sound decisions and where you’re not.

■ Set a goal. Once finances have been examined, you can then set a goal. Goals will change as your financial situation changes, but let your existing financial situation influence the goal you initially set. For example, if an examination of your financial situation revealed a considerable amount of consumer debt, then a goal of eradicating that debt is a great place to start, and part of setting the goal is developing a course of action to make it a reality. When trying to free up money to pay down consumer debt, examine the expenses you listed as luxuries and determine which ones you can cut so you can pay down your family’s debts. Dining out less and cutting back on entertainment expenses are great ways to free up money to pay down debt. If an examination of your finances indicates little or no consumer debt but lots of money being spent frivolously, allocate funds for daily expenditures like a morning cup of coffee or lunch into your budget and do your best to avoid exceeding that amount. ■ Establish a weekly budget. Many families find it easier to manage their money and stay within their budgets if they live on weekly, as opposed to monthly, budgets. This can

be tricky, as many of your more significant expenses, including mortgage and car payments, are likely collected on a monthly basis. But establishing a weekly budget for your family allows you to monitor your monthly expenses more closely, reducing the likelihood that you’ll get to the end of the month and realize you exceeded your budget. Budget for those weekly expenses that are not fi xed, like grocery bills and gas. Staying within budget for such expenses every week can lead to substantial savings by the end of each month, and it’s far easier to save that money when you’re monitoring those expenses every seven days instead of every 30 days. ■ Consider long-term goals. Long-term goals should be considered when establishing a family budget. Even if money is tight, you likely can still find room in your budget to save for your future. The goal of establishing a family budget is to ensure money is being well spent, and contributing to your family’s financial future is money well spent. Allocate funds for retirement account contributions and future educational expenses as well. Even small contributions can add up to a significant amount of money over time.

Examining monthly expenses, including grocery bills, is an important step for families when establishing household budgets.

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Hdwd & tile flooring run through this beautiful 3BR/2BA home. Major expenses are 3 yrs old: HVAC, roof & flooring! Lg kit opens into LR w/modern fixtures throughout this updated home. You can move right in! The flat yard & gar area a rarity in this area. Convenient to downtown, restaurants & parks. MLS # 932190, $119,900

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