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BUZZ Adopt-a-vandal The Adopt-a-Road sign marking the area for District 6 Democrats has been vandalized three times.

The sign, located at Byington Beaver Ridge Road and Emory Road, was pulled from the ground in the third instance after being mounted in concrete.

District 6 representative Janice Spoone said it appears to have been “pulled out by a chain on a truck and dragged four to five feet.” The post and sign have both been damaged.

“This is state property, and I would think it is a crime,” said Spoone. The group has cleaned the area twice yearly since March 2011. This spring will be its ninth cleanup.

Briggs, Daniel seek to restore scenic highway Legislation that would redesignate State Route 169, Middlebrook Pike, as a state scenic highway is advancing with approval last week in the House Transportation Committee.

Sponsored by Sen. Richard Briggs and Rep. Martin Daniel, HB 918/SB 771 would affect the portion of Middlebrook Pike from its intersection at Weisgarber Road to Hardin Valley Road.

The property restrictions of a scenic highway would not apply to the segment that has already been zoned for construction of a new hospital.

The road’s previous designation as a scenic highway was removed by a law passed by the General Assembly in 2013.

That action removed several prohibitions, including restrictions regarding the height of structures and signage along the highway.

The bill now goes to the Calendar Committee in the House before being heard on final consideration. The Senate version will be heard in the Senate Transportation Committee today (March 18).

INSIDE Pie for Pi Day If you had a pie and you cut it in half, Pi is the ratio of circumference to the length of the cut. That number equals 3.1415. Apply that to a calendar and you’ve got a once-in-a-lifetime date, March 14, 2015.

Pellissippi State made the most of Pi Day, inviting students to an open house featuring newly acquired 3D printers … and dozens of pies.

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Bridging a gap with art

By Sara Barrett Students at the University of Tennessee have found a creative way to reach across generations and shine the spotlight a little brighter on memories for people with Alzheimer’s.

Arts & Alzheimer’s is operated and organized entirely by a handful of UT Erin Parten students who volunteer their time to help seniors living with the disease.

Each month, participants attend interactive programs at the Knoxville Museum of Art and engage in hands-on craft projects with the student volunteers at the Howard Baker Center. Past activities have included knitting, working with clay and painting pumpkins.

“This is really about starting a dialogue and developing a relationship,” said UT sophomore Abby Durick, volunteer and current director of Arts & Alzheimer’s.

Arbor Terrace residents Gin Cate and Betty Leverett (seated) make aromatic bath tea with UT student and Arts & Alzheimer’s volunteer Alex Brito. Photos by S. Barrett 2014 UT graduate Brianna Rader started the program here when she became inspired by New York City’s “Meet Me at MoMA (Museum of Modern Art)” and has since passed on the operation to fellow students.

Durick said art tends to evoke memories, and volunteers with Arts & Alzheimer’s spend time talking to the seniors about what they remember or just about their

current project. Bonds are formed in the process.

“For instance, one of the participants will look at a piece of art and say, ‘That makes me think of how I used to can peaches with my grandmother,’” said Durick.

Residents from Arbor Terrace have participated with Arts & Alzheimer’s for the past two years, and Engagement Program director Erin Parten said they

benefit a great deal from it.

“Arts & Alzheimer’s is interactive, and it makes them think,” said Parten. “The residents really like the program because of the students. They really listen to them. And they enjoy getting to go somewhere.”

Durick’s first activity for the program was showing a film she To page A-3

Knox to Oak Ridge ‘jobs program’

By Sandra Clark The Knox to Oak Ridge Greenway Plan is now complete and online. While expensive and difficult, it’s not impossible, and the connectivity would be an amazing recruitment tool for businesses looking to locate here.

It would connect children to schools and workers to jobs without anyone stepping foot into a car.

“The vision is a recreation corridor of trails, plazas, employment centers and natural areas that connect Knoxville, Knox County and Oak Ridge,” reads the executive summary.

“It will help conserve the natural gems it connects, such as Bea-

ver Creek, the Clinch River, Sinking Creek and Ten Mile Creek.

“It can be a linear park transitioning to the innovative design of businesses and school plazas, pocket parks and other public spaces.”

Ellen Zavisca, senior transportation planner with the Knoxville Regional TPO who headed the project, said, “One of the things we heard loud and clear from the public was an interest in connecting from this corridor over to Turkey Creek Greenway. We’re in the process of adding another small study, which will define the best route for this link.

“In the next few months, we’ll

be taking the plan to the Knox County Parks Advisory Board, the TTDCA and the May meeting of the Great Smoky Mountains Regional Greenway Council.”

Challenges include steep ridges, the “significant barrier” of the Solway Bridge/Melton Hill Lake crossing, wetlands and sinkholes.

Zavisca estimates $8 million to complete the 13-mile trail corridor.

The plan details both a preferred and alternative route, trail head locations, pedestrian/bike improvements at road crossings, and interpretive areas.

Planners want “to ensure that the greenway is not an extraneous

feature bordering developments, but a key and iconic feature of them. “... Elements of the greenway should reinforce a sense of place.”

Zavisca said partnerships with businesses, homeowners and governments are important. “The Tennessee Department of Transportation and TVA are crucial early stakeholders to engage. “... The heaviest lifting may not be in design ... but in garnering a critical mass of supporters to move this vision forward.”

Zavisca is available to speak to groups to promote the plan.

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Remembering Richard Beeler

By Betty Bean One summer day in 1988, I got onto an elevator in the Andrew Johnson Building with Richard Beeler, a young attorney who represented an outfit called the Knox Solid Waste Authority, a misbegotten city/county agency whose sole purpose was to build and operate a vastly expensive mass burn incinerator.

I’d been looking for a chance to get him alone because I’d heard that he’d been doing a lot of target shooting at the KPD firing range and had gotten a carry permit because he was involved in an FBI investigation and was wearing a wire. I dug around and found out that the target was a state legislator. From there, it wasn’t difficult to figure out the probable target.

“So, Richard,” I began. “You wired up today?”

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He turned red as a fire engine and said he didn’t know what I was talking about. When I said I’d heard that he was involved in an FBI investigation of a state legislator, he stammered and stuttered and denied it and kept getting redder as the elevator climbed.

Richard Beeler was a lousy liar.

I was the Knoxville Journal’s county government reporter at the time, and the project drew such overwhelming opposition that covering it had become a full-time job.

In the process, I got to know Richard Beeler quite well. He was a straight arrow whose job it was to defend an indefensible project.

By the time I got on that elevator, I had been reassigned to state government and would soon be departing for Nashville. This was during the McWherter administration, and Democrats dominat-

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Editor’s Note Democratic Rep. Ted Ray Miller was the most powerful legislator Richard Beeler, former Knox in the Knox County delegation. He County law director, died March chaired the State and Local Gov12 of an apparent self-inflicted ernment Committee and was regunshot. He was 57. puted to be very close to Gov. Ned McWherter. Ned Ray and Ted Ray, people called them. downstairs bar at the Hyatt Regency, where he was meeting with Heading for Nashville Richard on a Sunday evening beI kept after Richard, and after fore he went back to Nashville on awhile he finally owned up, in ex- Monday. I wrote all night, and change for a promise not to com- although the News Sentinel got promise the investigation. I went enough of a late tip to run a headon over to Nashville and started line in the morning, we broke the watching Chairman Miller, as he second-biggest story of the year was called – if I’d been a legislator, that afternoon.

I felt awful. I’d spent so much they’d have called me Lady Bean.

That’s how they talked in those time with Ted Ray that I’d come to like him. He’d told me about days.

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NEWS FROM TENNESSEE CANCER PATIENT COALITION

Prostate cancer survivor

advocates legislation to help others receive life-saving proton treatment

By Anne Hart If Don Denton had followed the advice of the urologist who diagnosed his prostate cancer in the fall of 2010, his life would have turned out much differently.

And if by some chance he were still alive, he would likely be incontinent, impotent and awaiting the very real possibility of the cancer recurring. In other words, his quality of life would be so dramatically diminished it might hardly seem worth the struggle.

But Denton had a lot to live for, and he would be the first to tell you he didn’t like the doctor’s odds. So after hearing the diagnosis and anticipating a gloomy future, he and his wife, Sulynne, began researching options to the treatment the urologist had recommended.

For several weeks they scoured the Internet and gathered books and networked with cancer survivors, learning everything they could find on treatment for prostate cancer. Meanwhile, the doctor’s office kept calling, wanting to schedule surgery.

Denton kept putting them off.

“We did incredible research, but we weren’t daunted and we weren’t praying for a miracle. We always felt God would lead us to the right choice. We just hoped He would make it so obvious we wouldn’t miss it,” Denton says with a smile.

Just before Christmas of that year, the couple heard about a Blount County prostate cancer support group. “We thought it would be a good idea to talk with others, and the meeting was going to take place just two minutes from our home in Townsend, so it seemed like a

Sulynne and Don Denton. Don is a prostate cancer survivor and created the Tennessee Cancer Patient Coalition, a grassroots group that aims to encourage the passage of legislation that would require insurance companies to cover proton therapy treatments for cancer patients. good idea.

“What we learned from two of the members just blew us away. They had both had proton treatment, which is non-invasive, painless and allows the patient to lead a normal life while undergoing treatment and afterwards.

It sounded too good to be true, but we went home and started researching it.”

Knoxville’s Provision Center for Proton Therapy wasn’t open yet. The nearest proton treatment center was in Jacksonville, Florida.

Denton applied there, and several days later on Christmas Eve, he was notified that his insurance company wouldn’t cover the cost of proton therapy.

“The insurance company said the treatment was ‘experimental,’ despite the fact that at that time there were nine proton centers open in the US and 14 more under construction or development.

Denton said he learned that the treatment was far from experimental.

“The concept was developed in 1946, the first patient was treated in 1954, and the FDA approved the treatment and Medicare began covering it in 1988. At the time of my diagnosis, tens of thousands of people worldwide had been cured of cancer through outpatient proton treatment and my insurance company was saying it was experimental.

“At that point we were devastated. We were ready to mortgage our home and do whatever else it took to get this treatment. Through Christmas of that year we worked with an attorney on an appeal, and then the center asked that we let them file the first appeal with the insurance company.”

The insurance company finally agreed to pay. Don Denton had the treatment as an outpatient over a period of two months, and in the following week after the end of his treatments, he and his wife enjoyed hiking in the mountains and playing three rounds of golf. Today he is free of cancer and has had no permanent side effects or quality of life issues.

Denton’s story has a happy ending, and he wants others

diagnosed with prostate and breast cancer, which is also treated with proton therapy, to have a similar outcome.

He has written a book about his experience.

“Calming the Storm” is available on Amazon.com.

You can also find him on Facebook under that title.

In addition, he’s on the speaker’s circuit at every opportunity, telling others about his experience and urging them to contact legislators in support of a bill now in the General Assembly and co-sponsored by state Rep. Ryan Haynes of Knox County and state Sen. Doug Overbey of Blount County.

The bill will force insurance companies to allow patients and their doctors to determine the best medical treatment, including proton treatment.

“We hope everyone will contact their legislators and ask for support of the Cancer Patient Choice Act,” Denton says. “Insurance companies shouldn’t be allowed to deny benefits to cancer patients who choose proton therapy, and that’s exactly what is happening today.”

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Don Denton is the author of “Calming the Storm” which chronicles his journey of cancer diagnosis, his research and discovery of proton therapy treatment for prostate cancer, and his treatment and ultimate cure of cancer after proton therapy. Don’s book is available for purchase on Amazon or at the Provision Center for Proton Therapy.

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Make a difference Proton Therapy is the most advanced form of cancer treatment in the world, and now Tennessee has the Provision Center for Proton Therapy located right here in Knoxville.

Our Tennessee proton center is one of only 14 operational centers in the nation. However, due to decisions by insurance carriers in Tennessee, if you are between the ages

of 19 to 64, you are not covered for this unique treatment option. If you live in a neighboring state like Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Virginia or Florida, you are covered and you can come to our center in Tennessee to receive treatment.

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Tennesseans that need it. Visit the Tennessee Cancer Patient Coalition at tncancerpatient.org to learn more. Also visit the facebook page at facebook. com/tncancerpatient Make a Difference. Urge Your Representative to vote YES on House Bill 1006 and Senate Bill 0902. Find your representative here: www. capitol.tn.gov/legislators

Proton therapy is NOT experimental Proton therapy was approved by the FDA in 1988 Medicare/CMS have reimbursed proton therapy since 2000 More than 100,000 patients have been treated with proton therapy worldwide The cost of proton therapy for prostate cancer is now the same or lower than conventional treatments, without the damaging side effects

Five-year, peer-reviewed study just released by the University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute found that 99% of prostate cancer patients remain cancer free There are 1.6 million new cases of cancer diagnosed each year Tennessee ranks 5th in the nation for deaths from cancer

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That number, no matter the size of the pie, equals 3.1415. Apply that to a calendar and you’ve got a oncein-a-lifetime date, March 14, 2015.

Pellissippi State Community College made the most of Pi Day, inviting future technology students to an open house featuring newly acquired 3D printers … and dozens of pies.

“What better way to promote our technology programs than to have an open house on Pi Day? It’s an epic Pi Day at that. It will be another 100 years before it happens again, because the first five digits of Pi is 3.1415 and today is 3/14/15,” said engineering instructor

Bridging a gap

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created with a soundtrack and stills from the Disney film “Fantasia.” She brought several musical instruments for the group to see and feel.

“Anything touchy-feely evokes memories,” said Durick. One participant walked directly to a trumpet and immediately started playing “Taps.”

Arts & Alzheimer’s does not receive outside funding, and just last year it became a certified student organization.

The most recent session included making bath tea with a blend of essential oils, herbs and oatmeal.

“If mother didn’t make homemade soap, we didn’t have any soap at all,” said Arbor Terrace resident Betty Leverett as she mixed ingredients in a paper cup.

While measuring oats for each blend, volunteer Alex Brito asked the group how many of their parents gave them oat baths when they were children. When she said herbs Event coordinators Lynn Klett and Sarah Graham display dozens of pies along with a Pi symbol can be grown in home gardens, one participant remarked that was printed by a 3D printer during a Pi Day open house held at Pellissippi Community Col- how her husband enjoyed growing cucumbers. lege on Saturday, March 15. Photos by Nancy Anderson “There are no right or wrong answers, they just say what they feel,” said Parten. Info: www.artalz.squarespace.com.

Lynn Klett. small desktop model for as “We also wanted to use little as $300 or a 3D pen the wedding industry.”

“I really don’t know this day to showcase our 3D for under $100. The creative Klett said 3D printers where the technology is printers. 3D printing is one applications seem limitless. impact everything from headed. People have this viof the new technologies we The printers have a science to manufacturing sion that you’ll eventually feel kids are really going to unique capability to make to medicine to business to be able to go shopping, pick get excited about.” things that couldn’t be made out your shoes, buy the procrafting.

According to Klett, 3D any other way. They can gram and print the shoes “3D printing is going to printing has been around even print parts to make a change the world. In the last with your home 3D printer. since the late 1980s, but the new 3D printer.

“The vision some people couple of months they’ve technology was bound by “One mom-and-pop patents and was available chocolate business bought Julia Peterson creates a name- actually put a 3D printer on have is pretty amazing. the International Space Sta- The technology is growing only to the richest engineer- a 3D printer then retrofitted plate using a 3D pen. tion so that if they needed a so fast from the ground up ing companies. it to print with chocolate.

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mouthy women, quietly supported her.

“I always got the feeling Richard was pulling for me,” Malone said. “He was a fair and honest man who just really liked things being done well.”

Democrat Madeline Rogero served two terms on County Commission when Beeler was law director, and remembers him fondly.

“There were 19 people on commission in those days, and sometimes things would get a little crazy. I’d

lean back and look his way, and make eye contact. It was like, ‘Really, did I hear that correctly?’

“He was very smart and did a great job. I could depend on him for advice.”

Years later, Beeler bucked his party and supported Rogero for mayor. But the thing Rogero remembers best is when he talked her into trying skydiving.

“Richard was in the plane. He jumped first,” Rogero said. “There was a guy with a video camera on

his head and the tandem guy and me. The tandem guy and I descended pretty rapidly, and as we are descending, Richard is circling around us, waving and saying hi. It was an experience like none other, and I’ll always remember that – I keep this picture in a frame on my bookcase.”

It is a shot of Rogero, Beeler and two dive professionals with a plane in the background, forever young and smiling under a sunny blue sky.

Tandem instructor Jerry White, Madeline Rogero, videographer Bill May and Richard Beeler at Seymour Airpark on June 25, 1995. Rogero has a framed copy in her home office. thy for this fatherless boy who’d pulled himself up by strength of will and street smarts and knew what it was to struggle against long odds. He fed the hungry and delivered loads of coal to the cold. He was funny and charming, and I wished I could warn him to stop shaking people down.

The Miller investigation was proceeding on a parallel path with an ongoing operation called Rocky Top. Contrary to other reports, Miller Time was entirely separate from Operation Rocky Top, which targeted bingo operators.

Capitol Hill was engulfed in suspicion. One day I was talking to Ted Ray, and he motioned toward the wall

that separated his office from that of Shelby Rhinehart, who chaired the Black Hole Subcommittee where disfavored bills were sent to die. Ted put his finger to his lips as if to shush me.

“Rhinehart’s office is bugged,” he warned.

The biggest story of the year came on July 17, when Ted Ray put a shotgun in his mouth and pulled the trigger. It was the day before he was due to be indicted under the Hobbs Act for extorting $30,000 from Beeler in exchange for not filing a bill that would cripple the incinerator project.

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But here’s the thing.

As an officer of the court, he had an ethical duty to report that his client was being shaken down. Not everybody recognized that, but one who did was Carlene Malone, who had become his nemesis in the incinerator fight.

“I couldn’t help but like him,” Malone said. “And I’ve quoted him many times over the years about the sunshine law. Richard was smart and funny and he played fair. He didn’t hold a grudge and had a more thoughtful base from which he operated.”

Years later when Malone ran for City Council, Beeler, who liked bright,

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Listing top objectives of spring practice Once upon a time, spring practice was thought to be the birthplace of college football teams.

That thought has evolved.

Winter workouts are now very important, more for individual improvement than team functionality. Summer togetherness is critical for bonding, all for one, one for all.

August is precision time, “process” refinement, semifinal determination of who can do what.

You are supposed to deduce from the previous paragraphs that playing Tennessee football is a yearround job.

This spring segment is more important than some previous because more is expected of the forthcoming team. It is supposed to be much better than the recent four or five – or six or eight.

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Expectations have been puffed up to perhaps fill the Sugar Bowl.

The No. 1 spring objective is the transformation of Dontavius Blair from deadly disappointment to starting left offensive tackle.

The 2014 offensive line was somewhere between inept and awful. It just has to get better. Blair is the best bet. He is 6-8 and a truckload. He was recruited as the designated replacement for the dearly departed Tiny Richardson. He appeared to

be the ideal solution.

I remember the exact words of line coach Don Mahoney: “He is a perfect fit for what we are looking for in a tackle.”

Blair was a junior college all-American. He hadn’t needed great conditioning to prevail. He was big.

Technique wasn’t terribly important. He was powerful. Attention to details?

Assignments were not too complicated.

Last spring was shocking. Blair couldn’t hold the first-team job he had been awarded. Fifth-year walkon Jacob Gilliam beat him out.

Insiders thought that was temporary, a coaching move to motivate Blair. In pre-season camp, Dontavius would no doubt reclaim what was rightfully his.

You know how that turned out. Gilliam, on one leg, was better. Blair redshirted.

This time, those who know say Blair has learned all he needs to know about the facts of life. He will take nothing for granted.

If he can now play left tackle, Joshua Dobbs’ life expectancy goes up.

Other linemen can be placed in more advantageous positions. The line may actually perform better. Hooray.

The No. 2 spring objective is to develop a No. 2 quarterback. Here is new QB coach Mike DeBord’s first opportunity to shine.

Early enrollees are Quinten Dormady and Jauan Jennings, superb prospects according to stargazers.

If neither emerges, the

opportunity will fall to fellow freshman Sheriron Jones when he arrives in summertime.

Butch Jones says preparing freshmen for this key responsibility is an opportunity and a challenge.

“So much goes into playing the quarterback position that you’d kind of like to have them develop at their own pace. But unfortunately, that’s not where we’re at in our program.”

That is code for rush job.

Tennessee must have a second quarterback.

The No. 3 objective is to establish some semblance of order at middle linebacker.

The best newcomer, Darrin Kirkland Jr., is out with an injury. Jakob Johnson played just enough last season to show he wasn’t ready.

Alas, he won’t get ready

this spring because of shoulder repairs.

Kenny Bynum got some experience against Butch Jones Iowa but may not run fast enough.

Redshirt freshman Dillon Bates, outstanding outside prospect, could move inside. Gavin Bryant is a maybe. There are other possibilities.

Those of us who expect Tennessee to compete for championships should monitor these and other spring uncertainties.

Improvement is a given.

How much is absolutely necessary remains debatable.

Exactly how far is it to the Sugar Bowl?

West Knox sign cops hope to retire soon Jerry Erpenbach never intended to become West Knoxville’s sign cop.

But his work, along with that of dozens of other concerned citizens, has improved the way Kingston Pike looks from Cedar Bluff Road to Pellissippi Parkway, so he intends to keep it up until the area is protected by a sign ordinance with teeth.

Erpenbach lives in Ashley Oaks subdivision, located just east of Kingston Overlook shopping center.

In the subdivision’s early days, commercial development was north of Kingston Pike, while the south side was residential.

The first deviation from the pattern was Franklin Square, he says.

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Fortunately, developers were responsive to the neighbors’ request for signage that was compatible with the residential area.

When Kingston Overlook was built, neighbors requested that developers install signs similar to those at Franklin Square, and they agreed. A pattern was established, and with each new development along the corridor, Erpenbach and other sign cops, many of whom are members of

the Council of West Knox County Homeowners, have requested that signs be kept low.

Some battles have been a struggle. The council successfully negotiated the lowering of a 50-foot sign at Sherrill Hills in 2011. A 30foot sign was planned for the new CVS on the northeast corner of Kingston Pike and Cedar Bluff, but after the company was “engaged” by neighbors, CVS agreed to a monument sign.

Erpenbach points out that big signs don’t mean big business.

“Most progressive cities looking to attract business aren’t putting up big signs.”

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The answer was a firm “no.”

Council Erpenbach president Margot Kline has also been on the front line of the battle against loosely regulated signs. At the organization’s March meeting, she distributed a copy of the proposed ordinance passed by City Council on first reading in November 2011. It called for the maximum height of signs on property within interstate exchanges to be lowered from 50 feet to 25 feet.

Instead of approving the ordinance, City Council commissioned a Sign Task Force to examine the issue. The task force’s recommendations call for a 40Kline foot maximum height on signs within 500 feet of an interstate exchange. The West Knox Council sides with Scenic Knoxville, which is asking City Council for a 25-foot limit on pole signs near interstates.

“I think our old-fashioned sign laws in Knoxville actually hurt business and certainly lower the attractiveness of surrounding

residential areas. Frankly, they make roads like Kingston Pike, Chapman Highway and Broadway look like interstate access roads,” she says. “The most successful business area in Knox County − Turkey Creek − limits signs to no more than six feet. Low signs mean big business, apparently.”

The sign ordinance was on Tuesday’s City Council agenda for first reading, with a possibility of referral back to MPC yet again to review changes.

If it was delayed again, perhaps council members will take a field trip to Kingston Pike, west of Cedar Bluff, to see the busy parking lots in front of businesses with monument signs.

Thank you, West Knox sign cops, for the illustration.

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Clarence ‘Eddie’ Pridemore, come on down!

E-911 board punts

One way or another, themselves.

Jones said the criticism is Knox Countians may soon get a real-life demonstra- unjust.

“When the sheriff and tion of why elections matter. the chief of police can’t get together and talk about public safety, something’s amiss,” he said, just before Betty he announced that he plans Bean to ask county Law Director Bud Armstrong to take the matter before Chancellor Clarence “Eddie” Pridemore for reconsideration.

Last Friday, Sheriff JimOn the surface, that anmy “JJ” Jones came in the nouncement had little to do door loaded for bear and with the subject at hand – wasn’t shy about saying why how to break the stalemate when he made his open- over who gets the contract ing remarks at the E-911 to install a new radio sysboard meeting that had tem that will be used by all been called for the purpose of Knox County’s emergency of coming to a consensus on first responders.

There were three bidders the contract for a new radio – Motorola, which had held system.

It’s that gosh-darned the contract for 25 years, sunshine law that’s getting Harris Corp. and Tait Comunder his skin, especially munications (low bidder since he and Knoxville Po- and second-place finisher). lice Chief David Rausch The Request for Proposwere accused of violating als was the beginning of an it by discussing the negoti- 18-month process that beating process for buying a gan with a user committee new radio system amongst composed of subject matter

experts setting up the scope of the work, and an evaluation committee to score the proposals.

Harris Corp. came out with the recommendation.

Law enforcement representatives didn’t like it.

In January, the county mayor’s surrogate’s motion to award the contract to Harris Corp. didn’t get a second.

Last week’s meeting was supposed to break the stalemate, but the board decided instead to have the user committee look into signing up with Tennessee Valley Radio Systems, a regional radio system used by multiple counties and municipalities.

Whatever the outcome of the internecine battle between the top cops who clearly want Motorola and the bean counters who want the process honored, Jones’ invocation of Chancellor Pridemore’s name may have the most serious implications of anything discussed that morning.

In 2007, Pridemore’s predecessor, Daryl Fansler (a Democrat), removed 12 county commissioners after a jury ruled that they had violated the state’s Open Meetings law during the notorious Black Wednesday meeting. He also put down an order informing them that he would take a dim view of future violations.

Since that time, county law directors have taken Fansler at his word and held the elected officials to a strict standard of conduct.

Too strict, say some say, and Jones – who has been twice re-elected to sheriff since he was appointed by a bunch of soon-to-be-ousted Black Wednesday county commissioners – is among them. Jones is term-limited and cannot run again.

Fansler was defeated for re-election last summer by Pridemore, a barely qualified and inexperienced lawyer who had little going for him but the R behind his name. These dots are not hard to connect.

on radio decision

Mayor Rogero made her debut appearance to the E-911 board last Friday after more than three years as mayor. The meeting was well covered by local media.

Basically the board punted on a decision on new radio equipment pending reviews of more providers and less cost.

This ensures that the high-profile coverage will continue and both mayors will be present for the meetings over the next several months when a decision might actually occur. Rogero, who never conferred with her proxy on E-911, Gary Holiday, now says she will not send him should she miss a future meeting. Wise decision. She needs her own independent representative, but it is imperative she schedule regular meetings with whoever represents her if it is to have any value.

Rogero skipping the 911 meetings for three years created the impression she is not a hands-on mayor but leaves the lower-profile activities to others. As she embarks on her campaign for a second and final term this approach may be changing.

■ Gov. Haslam is inviting all 33 members of the state Senate to dinner at the Residence on Curtiswood Lane in two groups of 17 and 16 each.

■ Lynn Duncan, wife of U.S. Rep. Jimmy Duncan, is recovering from a minor stroke at home. She is doing well.

■ Bill Baxter, former TVA board chair and state commissioner of Economic Development, got a new hip recently, as did former UT football coach Johnny Majors. Baxter’s recovery has been so fast that he was back at work for an hour at Holston Gases Inc. three days after surgery.

■ Hannah Parker, the new GOP election commissioner, who takes office May 1 (if appointed by the State Election Commission) was born in Knox County and graduated from Fulton High School in 2004 prior to attending the University

Money, trust and confession Last week the big news was about people who took money that didn’t belong to them.

In Thursday’s paper we learned that longtime (and former) Knox County trustee Mike Lowe was taking a plea for felony theft from the county’s tax coffers.

We also read that the treasurer of St. George Greek Orthodox Church has admitted embezzling maybe $360,000 from the congregation, leaving the church in deep financial straits.

These stories of people in positions of trust who turned out not to be trustworthy moved me to reflect on my own fallen estate.

With the season of penance upon us and me not having planned any appropriate Lenten sacrifices, I have resolved to confess how I, too, once came up short.

From 1946 till 1962, my father, Joe Dockery, was the trustee of Sevier County. In the old courthouse, he had the first office to the left inside the front door. A schoolteacher before he went off to fight in World War II, he ran for and was elected trustee when he came home from Europe. He was collegeeducated (a rarity then) and had a way with figures, so the election came easy. (Besides, his predecessor had made the mistake of hiring a Democrat as an office assistant.)

My brother and I grew up in the courthouse, haunting the musty courtrooms, pok-

Bill Dockery

ing through unused offices and trying (without luck) to get into the clock tower. We were “Joe’s boys.” Everyone knew us. We had the run of the place, except for the clock tower.

Dad’s office was an austere place with big, chesthigh desks where the huge leather-bound ledgers could be laid out for recording property tax payments, with pens and inkwells, and with an electric adding machine. The office also had a built-in safe with a beautiful painting on the door, and it had a cash drawer.

At the time I’m remembering, I was about 4 or 5 years old – old enough to notice that everyone else seemed to have money. I thought it would be nice if I had some, too. So at some point I reached into that cash drawer and made a withdrawal, a handful of change, not much, five or six coins, just enough to jingle in the pocket of my jeans.

I went out into the central hall with the black-andwhite checkerboard tile and felt like a man of means.

But money is no good if you can’t show it off, so pretty soon I sidled up to the old janitor and pulled the loot

out of my pocket. I could tell he was impressed.

When 5 o’clock rolled around, I went back into the office to find the trustee standing beside his cash drawer. He was closing up shop and reconciling the cash when he came up short. He’d also had a little talk with the janitor.

He asked me about the money in my pocket and I readily fetched the coins.

What happened next wasn’t capital punishment – it was somewhere south of there – and to my chagrin, Dad’s clerk (a Republican) stayed to witness the whole thing.

When we were done, I had lost all interest in taking money that doesn’t belong to me, a disinterest that stays with me after 60-odd years.

Decades later I learned that Dad and his clerk once had spent two weeks poring over the handwritten figures in those massive ledgers, looking for a one-penny error that was holding up closing out the books for the fiscal year. They found it, too, and Dad left office in 1962 having handled $16 million in county funds over 16 years – with every single penny properly accounted for.

This is the event that joins me in brotherhood with Mike Lowe and John Duncan III. Like me, these men in the trustee’s office stole from the people of their county.

Lowe was industrious in

his thievery, figuring out ways to take large sums of money for himself and his cronies. Duncan III, like me a descendant of honest and able public servants, was less ambitious. Though he pled guilty to official misconduct, his crime amounted to petty fraud – a dishonesty that netted him only a few thousand dollars but cost him his job and dishonored his family name.

There’s only one difference between them and me – they got off easy. Duncan got a year’s probation, with the possibility of applying for judicial diversion. Lowe may spend seven months in the local jail and have to pay back $200,000, but that’s a pittance compared to what his malfeasance has cost the county and state. I don’t know whether any of that punishment will change the central crime they committed – a cynicism toward the public trust that let them steal from us for a little walking-around money.

I wish they could have had a little time with Joe Dockery.

■ Knox County Commission will pick a new member for the Board of Zoning Appeals in March, but they’ll never find one who takes the job as seriously as did John Schoonmaker.

to Powell on Tuesday to hear from constituents and to tour the Powell Station Park. Stay tuned.

■ Mike Lowe is heading to the county’s detention center to serve a one-year sentence after pleading guilty last week to bilking taxpayers of

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Parker lives on Emoriland Boulevard and is the daughter of Tim and LeeAnn Parker. Her father is pastor of CrossPoint Church, and her mother is a music teacher at Bearden Elementary School. They live in the Strawberry Plains area.

She describes herself as a lover of art, music and Diet Coke and drives a Jeep Rambler. She has a hound dog named “Hank.”

At 28, Parker may be the youngest person ever to serve on the Knox County Election Commission. After interning with then-Sen. Jamie Woodson, she worked in then-Mayor Haslam’s office doing policy and downtown coordinating. She likes concerts at the Bijou and Tennessee Theatres.

She moved to Nashville when Haslam became governor. She was assistant for special projects and deputy for operations.

She returned to Knoxville because “I just missed being here and my family is here.”

She goes to work for the Emerald Youth Foundation (not Academy) this week.

She votes regularly but was not yet a member of the Knox GOP precinct committee when interviewed last week.

■ It is unclear whether Tammy Kaousias will get a second term on the Election Commission.

She was the choice of Rep. Gloria Johnson, who was defeated. Her patron is not there to assure her renomination. It falls to Rep. Joe Armstrong, the lone Democrat left on the Knox delegation.

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Senior Night at Paideia Academy

Paideia Academy’s basketball team honored its two seniors, Bryson McClurkin and Cory Hale, on Senior Night. Pictured are McClurkin’s parents, David and Rhonda; McClurkin; athletic director Joseph Bruno and Hale with his parents, Candy and Kyle. Photo submitted

Chemistry teacher Doug Laken gets creamed by senior Mae Brooks who paid $5 to smear her favorite teacher.

Pies fly at Karns High The gym at Karns High School resembled a crime scene last week when senior students affectionately assaulted their teachers with pies made entirely of whipped cream.

The event was for a good cause (and partly the brainchild of school principal Kim Towe). “Pie Your Teacher Day” raised money to help cover the cost of new supplies including much-needed calculators.

Mu Alpha Theta organized the event, and students paid $10 or less to throw a pie in the face of their favorite (or least favorite) teacher. Each grade competed as a team, and the seniors pulled ahead for the win.

Teachers were almost as excited as the students while suiting up in trash bags, shower caps and goggles.

The event resembled a popularity contest of sorts,

Sara Barrett Hardin Valley Academy’s FIRST robotics team 3824 celebrates its regional win in February. Photo submitted as certain teachers were pied more than others.

English teacher John Gass, who may or may not resemble actor Zach Galifianakis depending on how much whipped cream he has on his face, seemed to receive the most pies. Some students were a bit more compassionate than others when applying force and speed to the paper plate.

The fundraiser was a huge success and plans are already underway for next year’s whipped cream extravaganza.

Social studies teachers Caleb Whitworth, Brett Ridens and Chad Turner dress the part before being “pied” by their students.

RoHAWKtics rock regionals Hardin Valley Academy’s FIRST robotics team 3824 is gearing up for the world championship competition coming up in April.

“I can’t believe it!” was sophomore Joey Townsend’s response to winning regionals again this year after last year’s win.

This year, students were given rules, guidelines and parts in January, and only six weeks to build and program a robot. During the regionals, the team was ranked No. 1 seed and was tasked with forming an alliance with two of the 66 other teams competing. Elimination matches narrowed the playing field.

The RoHAWKtics won Rookie All-Star and the Highest Seed Rookie Award at Knoxville’s inaugural Smoky Mountain Regional in 2011, earning six engineering design awards, one safety award and the FIRST Robotics 3D Printing Award since.

During the regional competition, the team also earned the Industrial Design Award sponsored by General Motors.

If you’d like to check out the team in action, the RoHAWKtics will compete at this year’s Smoky Mountains Regional Wednesday through Saturday, April 1-4, at the Knoxville Convention Center.

COMMUNITY NOTES ■ Council of West Knox County Homeowners meets 7:15 p.m. each first Tuesday, Peace Lutheran Church, 621 N. Cedar Bluff Road. Info: www.cwkch.com/.

■ District 6 Democrats meet 6:15 p.m. each fourth Tuesday

MILESTONE at the Karns Library, 7516 Oak Ridge Highway. Info: Clay Mulford, 257-6744, or Janice Spoone, 771-5920.

■ Karns Republican Club meets 7 p.m. each first Tuesday at Karns Middle School library.

WEST HILLS ELEMENTARY ■ Link your Food City ValuCard, Kroger Plus Card and Target Red Card to West Hills Elementary and help raise money for the school. The school also participates in the General Mills “BoxTops

for Education” program and the Campbell’s “Labels for Education” program. Clip out the Box Tops and Labels for Education and drop them off at the school or mail to: West Hills Elementary, 409

Harwell completes basic training Air Force Airman 1st Class Mollie A. Harwell graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio and earned four credits toward an Associate in Applied Science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Harwell is the daughter of Jason D. and Deborah R. Drum of Powell and Renee M. and Chris D. Harwell of Knoxville. She is a 2010 graduate of Karns High School.

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Andrea, Allison, Reilly and Rodney Holloman

Concord Christian School supporters bid at a fast-paced auction at The Big Orange Evening. Photos by Carolyn Evans

Hardin Valley has new minister The Rev. Rodney Holloman is the new senior pastor of Hardin Valley Free Will Baptist Church. Holloman received his bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Free Will Baptist College and his master’s from Pensacola Christian College.\ He has 23 years of ministry experience, including youth pastor, senior pastor, music minister and college

Donna and John Avant look happy with the basket they won.

professor. Holloman, along with his wife, Andrea, and children Allison and Reilly, moved to Knoxville in midAugust.

Hardin Valley Free Will Baptist Church is located at 10415 Hardin Valley Road, between Pellissippi Parkway and Highway 131. Info/ church events: 670-4188 or www.hardinvalleychurch. com.

Aimee and Ruston Pierce enjoy the evening. Ruston is Concord Christian headmaster.

Concord Christian

Going orange gets green for new school

By Carolyn Evans The floor of ThompsonBoling Arena was filled with more than 550 parents, teachers and supporters of Concord Christian School on March 6, all dressed in orange and white for the school’s first annual Big Orange Evening.

The goal was to raise money for Concord Christian, a private K-12 school that is a ministry of First Baptist Concord in Farragut. Stephanie Mason, admissions director, said that because of unexpected growth, the school has decided to find a new location for the high school. The proceeds from the Big Orange Evening will go toward that campus.

The school began in1996 with first through third grades and has been growing ever since.

“We had a 38 percent growth at CCS last year,” Mason said, “and we already have about 115 new students enrolled for next year. We started the 20132014 school year with 396

students and are currently at 630. God has really blessed the school.”

Mason said the school didn’t set out to grow but also didn’t want to limit the families who wanted to send their children to Concord Christian. “We want to be open to including new families moving into the area.”

Headmaster Ruston Pierce said the event was a great night of celebration and complimented guest speaker Heath Shuler.

“Heath Shuler was a perfect fit for a fun, casual evening to support the daily operation of CCS,” said Pierce. “We are very blessed by the new families God is bringing to CCS, and the opportunity to start planning a new high school building. Events like Big Orange Evening will help make that building a reality moving forward.”

Things got started with a free dinner catered by Buddy’s Bar-B-Q. A lively and not-so-silent auction followed, along with testimonials about the school and

an address by Shuler.

Steve and Paige Breeding have two children at the school. The couple relocated here from Chattanooga three years ago.

“When we toured the school, the children were so welcoming to our son when they didn’t know him,” Paige said.

“The school has a really sweet spirit,” said Steve.

Paige served as this year’s auction organizer.

She and her team assembled 33 items, including a half-year of tuition at CCS (a $2,750-$3,355 value), twonight getaways and a football signed by Butch Jones.

Everyone in attendance was given a paddle with a number and could bid between $2 and $10 on each item. A buzzer sounded when the bidding for that item was finished, and the number called closest to the sound of the buzzer won the item. When all was said and done, the auction raised $15,000. Other pledges and gifts have not been totaled yet, Pierce said.

Info: concordchristian school.org

Kevin Przewrocki isn’t sure if he won a prize or not: a Lane Kiffin autographed football.

The victory that overcomes the world Jack was born with cerebral palsy. Growing up was difficult. Because of his cerebral palsy, Jack had difficulty in speaking and would d frequently lose his balancee and fall. His peers would d mock and laugh at him.

Jack’s father was an abusive alcoholic who eventually destroyed his home life.

His younger brother was a perfectly healthy baby for the first year of his life, but then suffered a grand-mal seizure which left him in a vegetative state for the next 20 years until his death.

Jack’s mother cared for his brother 24 hours a day during those 20 years, rarely leaving his bedside.

Within months after the death of his brother, Jack’s mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Following his mother’s

Steve Higginbotham death, Jack wanted to preach a sermon.

Of course, due to his illness and the severe speech impediment it caused, this was impossible.

However, Jack wrote out his thoughts and asked that someone else speak his words for him.

Though Jack’s sermon was more than 25 years ago, I still remember part of what was said: “I want to go to heaven more than anything in this world. I can hardly wait for God to give me an incor-

ruptible body. I want to be able to speak clearly without stuttering so that people can understand me, and I want to be able to run without falling down.

“I want to be able to see my mother again. And I want to be able to thank Jesus for saving my soul and delivering me from a body that doesn’t work very well.”

In spite of all that Jack has been through in life, he hasn’t lost his faith.

Friends, are you feeling down? Do you tend to complain about your situation in life? More than likely, not many of us would be willing to trade places with Jack. Instead of complaining, maybe we ought to get on our knees and thank God for our blessings and for the unbreakable spirit of my friend Jack.

FAITH NOTES ■ Central UMC, 310 Hickory Creek Road in Lenoir City and First Farragut UMC will host a Mobile Pantry food giveaway 9 a.m. Saturday, March 28, at Central UMC. Gently used children’s clothing will also be available.

■ Concord UMC, 11020 Roane Drive, will offer a Music and Creative Arts Camp from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 13-17 for kids who have finished first through sixth grades. Cost: $125. Signups continue through April.

■ Second Baptist Church, 777 Public

Safety Drive, Clinton, will host Jennifer Rothchild Fresh Grounded Faith Areawide Women’s Event from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 1-2. Tickets: 457-2046. Info: www.FreshGroundedFaith. com.

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Delroy Lindo plays one of a dozen characters whose lives intersect in “Do You Believe?”

Living in dystopia, on the Christian path and on the run Past, present and future provide a backdrop for this week’s new movies.

But no matter what time frame it occupies, each film boasts at least one actor who has won or been nominated for an Academy Award. See if you can identify them all; answers at the bottom.

Shailene Woodley returns as Tris Prior in “Insurgent,” the follow-up to last year’s “Divergent” (and the presumptive prequel to the not-as-well-rhymed “Allegiant,” which will come in two parts).

War is looming between factions in the dystopian world Tris inhabits, and she must try to save herself and the ones she loves as she fully embraces her Divergence.

Every choice has a consequence, as she has already discovered.

The cast also includes Miles Teller, Theo James, Naomi Watts, Kate Winslet, Maggie Q, Ashley Judd, Ray Stevenson, Daniel Dae Kim and Octavia Spencer. Robert Schwentke directs.

Twelve people whose

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lives are going in different directions unexpectedly intersect and discover there is power in the cross of Jesus Christ in “Do You Believe?”

It starts with a pastor (Ted McGinley) driving home through the streets of Chicago late one night who has a chance encounter with a risk-taking street-corner preacher (Delroy Lindo).

The pastor is reminded that he needs to live his faith, and as his life changes, so do the lives of people around him.

“Do You Believe?” also stars Mira Sorvino, Sean Astin, Alexa PenaVega, Cybill Shepherd, Lee Majors, Andrea Logan White, Brian Bosworth and Tracy Melchior. Jonathan M. Gunn (“God’s Not Dead”) directs.

Sean Penn stars in the Rrated “The Gunman.” Penn plays a mercenary sniper who has to go into hiding to protect himself and the members of his team after killing the minister of mines in the Congo. Years later he returns to the Congo and finds that he has a price on his head, and he has to track down his former team members and old girlfriend for help in finding out who wants him dead.

Penn’s co-stars include Javier Bardem, Idris Elba, Ray Winstone and Mark Rylance. Pierre Morel (“Taken”) directs.

Oscar answers: “Do You Believe?” – Mira Sorvino (winner), Sean Astin (nominee, but not for acting) “The Gunman” – Sean Penn (two wins, three other nominations), Javier Bardem (one win, two other nominations) “Insurgent” – Kate Winslet (one win, five other nominations), Octavia Spencer (winner), Naomi Watts (nominee)

Shailene Woodley returns in the “Divergent” sequel “Insurgent.”

Sean Penn plays a former Special Forces soldier trying to clear his name in “The Gunman.”

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This party is There’s no doubt about it, we live in an artsy city: a thriving opera company, symphony orchestra, 21 art museums, the Clarence Brown Theatre, the Arts and Culture Alliance, a vigorous after-hours music scene, plus countless independent arts organizations make Knoxville a well-rounded place to live and enjoy arts of all types.

But what about those who want to actively participate? What about the retiree who’s always wanted to paint, or the empty nester, or the 30-something who wants a fun, creative release from the demands of a career? Sure, you can take art classes at UT, or sign up for other group or private instruction. But that means investment in materials and having the courage to put yourself out there.

Fortunately, you can follow your artistic dream in a fun, supportive atmosphere and find some “Dutch courage” in a cocktail while you’re doing it.

Through the month of March, Wine & Canvas Knoxville invites you to “come party artsy” in various venues throughout the city.

Tracey and Rob Crocker moved here from Fort Wayne, Ind., in June 2014 to start a local franchise of the nationwide Wine & Canvas business. Tracey is an artist, Rob is “the IT guy,” and they’re dedicated to helping anyone who wants to find his or her inner Van Gogh.

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FRIDAY ■ Blank News Knoxville’s Finest Awards, 7 p.m., Scruff y City Hall, 32 Market Square. Info: http://blanknews.com, 524-2224.

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■ Flux Pavilion with An-Ten-Nae, Luce Wayne and Two Sevenz, 9 p.m., The International, 940 Blackstock Ave. Info/ tickets: http://internationalknox.com.

amazed at your very own work of ART!” A recent evening found a convivial gathering at Mimi’s Cafe near Turkey Kay Brewer and Lori Wroblewski are working hard and having Creek. Paints and easels fun at Mimi’s. Photos by Tracey Crocker were scattered about the room. Professional artists stood by, ready to help and guide. All the participants had to do was show up.

Wine & Canvas Knoxville provides “the artist, canvas, paint, brushes, easels and aprons.”

Brian Samble, who is assistant director of academic initiatives & assessment for UT’s university housing department, was thrilled with his final product. “Before Wine & Canvas,” he said, “I was not an artist. Now I have a unique contribution to the start of my collection.”

Another aspiring artist, Kay Brewer, agreed. “Tracey made it so easy to follow the instructions.”

Still to come this month are evenings at the Blue Coast Grill, the Crown & Goose and the Stir Fry Cafe. The website www. wineandcanvas.com has a full list of events and locations.

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■ Kukuly and the Gypsy Fuego will perform, 7 p.m., Casual Pint Fountain City, 4842 Harvest Mill Way. Info: 240-4589 or http://fountain-city.thecasualpint.com/.

■ Live After Five Concert: Kelle Jolly & The Will Boyd Project, 6-8:30 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Admission: $10, $5 with membership or student ID, ages 17 and under free. Info: Michael Gill, 934-2039 or mgill@ knoxart.org.

■ Maradeen, Tree Tops will perform, 8 p.m. Preservation Pub, 28 Market Square. Info: 524-2224.

■ “Mozart and Mendelssohn” concert by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St. Part of the Moxley Carmichael Masterworks Series. Tickets: KnoxvilleTickets.com, 656-4444 or 877-995-9961.

■ RB Morris with Hector Qirko & Friends, 10 p.m., Scruff y City Hall, 32 Market Square. Info: 524-2224 or http://www. scruff ycityhall.com.

■ Tango Buenos Aires “Song of Eva Perón,” 7 p.m., Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre, Clayton Center for the Arts, 502 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville. Info/tickets: box office, 981-8590 or 981-8591; www.claytonartscenter.com; KnoxvilleTickets.com, 656-4444 or 877-995-9961.

■ Third Day “Soul on Fire” tour, with special guest Ellie Holcomb, 7 p.m., Knoxville Civic Auditorium, 500 Howard Baker Jr. Ave. Info/tickets: Knoxville Civic Auditorium-Coliseum box office, 215-8999; KnoxvilleTickets.com, 656-4444 or 877-9959961.

■ WDVX World Class Bluegrass featuring Marty Raybon, Irene Kelley and Mae Beth Harris, 8 p.m., Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. Info/tickets: http://www.knoxbijou.com

SATURDAY ■ Get the Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin will perform, 8 p.m., The International, 940 Blackstock Ave. Info/tickets: http://internationalknox.com.

■ Kelsey’s Woods will perform, 7 p.m., Casual Pint Fountain City, 4842 Harvest Mill Way. Info: 240-4589 or http:// fountain-city.thecasualpint.com/.

■ Sarah McLachlan in concert, 8 p.m., Knoxville Civic Auditorium, 500 Howard Baker Jr. Ave. Info/tickets: Knoxville Civic Auditorium-Coliseum box office, 215-8999; KnoxvilleTickets. com, 656-4444 or 877-995-9961.

SUNDAY ■ Tellico Village Community Concert by the Knoxville Symphony, 4 p.m., Tellico Village Community Church, 130 Chota Center, Loudon. Tickets: $25. Info/tickets: Pat McDermott, 423-884-3098.

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■ Young Pianist Series Concert, featuring award-winning, internationally acclaimed pianist Shen Lu, 2:30 p.m., Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie L. Haslam Music Center, 1741 Volunteer Blvd. on the UT campus. Tickets: $25 adults, students free; available at the door or online at www.youngpianistseries.com. Info: 408-8083 or www. youngpianistseries.com.

Naples Italian Restaurant

Knoxvillians have been able to eat dinner at a restaurant on the corner of Kingston Pike and Homberg Drive since 1936.

Naples Italian Restaurant continues that tradition in an old-world way.

The mood is set from the minute a diner steps into the restaurant. Tables are close together, and there is always a gentle buzz of conversation and clinking of forks and/or wine glasses fi lling the room. The aromas can transport you to another Naples across the

Mystery Diner One of Naples’ specialties, the Shrimp Scampi is served with sundried tomatoes over cappellini pasta. Photo by Mystery Diner ocean. It is a fun and romantic spot for an authentic Italian meal.

In 1926, Wayside Inn sat on the corner with a restaurant that served country cooking and was a hot spot for dancing,

according to the Naples website. Wayside Inn was owned by the Green family, who were leasing the building to another tenant by 1948, when a suspicious

fire destroyed it.

The Italian tradition began in 1955 when Joe and Hazel Alberti took over the lease. Alberti’s Italian Restaurant is firmly en-

trenched in many Knoxvillians’ memory books as a tradition for birthday and anniversary dinners. The Albertis operated it for 23 years. When they retired, Chuck Naples and Ray Ward purchased the business, and Naples Italian Restaurant was born.

Today, Naples is owned

by Bob and Becky Luper, who bought out the Ward family in 1998.

Mystery Diner chose the Shrimp Scampi, one of Naples’ specialties, for the entrée of the evening, but the choice was a difficult one.

Traditional Italian dishes

fi ll the menu and, from this and previous dinners at Naples, there are simply no bad choices. With most dishes, Naples’ generosity in portion sizes will also guarantee lunch for the following day.

The scampi was very good with just the right blend of herbs, white wine and lemon. No “popcorn” shrimp for this dish, which featured large, perfectly cooked shrimp tossed in the sauce with sundried tomatoes, all served over cappellini pasta.

All in all, everything was eccellente.

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Dean Rice: ‘Syria matters’

By Bonny C. Millard Americans are weary of the conflict in the Middle East, but a local political adviser says that the devastation to the Syrian people by the civil war there shouldn’t be dismissed as an ongoing problem to step away from.

Dean Rice, chief of staff to Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett, spoke to the Rotary Club of Knoxville about the situation in Syria and how ordinary citizens, along with medical personnel and hospitals, are being systemically targeted. Rice has worked for U.S. Rep. John J. Duncan and former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson during his career.

Syria descended into a civil war after 14 school children were arrested in 2011 and tortured for spraypainting freedom slogans on a school building. Rice said the children had their fingernails ripped out by security forces under the direction of President Bashar Assad.

Assad later released hundreds of radical jihadists from the prisons, adding these terrorists to the ongoing fighting in the region.

The Islamic State grew out of this chaos that Assad

continues to feed, Rice said.

The dictator started dropping barrel bombs, which are full of nails and explosives, in the northern Syrian city of Aleppo, targeting Dean Rice hospitals.

The day after Rice spoke, the New York Times published an op-ed piece by a Syrian doctor in Aleppo who addressed many of the same issues that Rice spoke about.

Rice said the country has many moderates who are fighting against the oppressive regime. Those people want to live in peace and to have the same rights as Americans, such as free speech and voting, Rice said.

The country now has 11 million refugees, almost half the country’s population before the civil war started in 2011, living in tent cities in Syria or in border countries, he said.

“I’d say from a national security standpoint, Syria matters,” Rice said. “I’d say from a humanitarian standpoint, Syria matters.”

Alan Hill, regional director of AT&T, addresses the crowd at the chamber networking event. AT&T hosted the gathering.

Saying ‘good morning’ with Chamber Thursday, March 12, got off to a good start for members of the Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce with an early morning networking event at AT&T, 11555 Parkside Drive. Host Alan Hill, AT&T regional director, welcomed a crowd that was happy to see a day of sunshine.

While mixing and mingling were the orders of the day, chamber members also talked of plans for the upcoming dinner and auction hosted annually by the group. The annual auction will be 6 p.m. April 24, at Rothchild Catering and Conference Center, 8807 Kingston Pike. The 2015 Meeting and greeting at the Farragut West Knox Chamber of event will benefit the chamCommerce networking event are Bettye Sisco, chamber president; and David Smoak, Farragut town administrator. Photos

■ Wednesday, March 25, 1-2 p.m., ribbon-cutting, Profile

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■ Thursday, March 26, 5-6:30 p.m., networking, Fairfield Inn & Suites of Farragut, 11763 Snyder Road.

■ Friday, March 27,10-11 a.m., ribbon-cutting, Kendall

ber’s continuing education grants and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital.

Table sponsors will compete for Best Dressed Tabletop as they decorate with auctionable items around the event theme of That’s Entertainment (or come up with their own theme ideas).

Dinner follows a silent auction, and the evening ends with a live auction led by Bear Stephenson.

Tickets are $60 for chamber members and $70 for non-members. Tables of 10 are also available for $550.

Reservations and cancellations will be accepted through April 16.

Info: www.farragut chamber.com

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FARRAGUT CHAMBER EVENTS ■ Thursday, March 19, 5-6:30 p.m., networking, Pinnacle Financial Partners of Farragut, 241 Brooklawn St.

Kristina Killebrew with Journal Broadcast Group, Heather Buck with Fairfield Inn & Suites Knoxville West and Johnny and Monti Blalock with Blalock Insurance Services

Investigations, 11167 Kingston Pike, Suite 3.

■ Tuesday, March 31, 4-5 p.m., ribbon-cutting, I Love Juice Bar-Turkey Creek, 11681 Parkside Drive, The Pinnacle at Turkey Creek.

Turkey Creek Rotary Club member Ann Lotspeich places mulch around new plants at the Cerebral Palsy Center Group Home. Photos by Cindy Taylor

Farragut Rotary Club member Clint Suggs levels mulch in the backyard of the Cerebral Palsy Center Group Home on Highland Avenue.

World Rotary Day works locally

By Cindy Taylor More than 60 Rotarians from local clubs including North Knox, Downtown, Farragut, Knoxville Breakfast, Turkey Creek and Farragut braved the cold start to the day March 7 to spruce up the outside of the Cerebral Palsy Center Group Home on Highland Avenue.

“There are about 10 people who live at this location, and North Knox Rotary

handles about 80 percent of their yearly funding,” said club president Nic Nicaud.

“We plan to donate funds for professionals to renovate the inside of the house within a year.”

Independent club members donate money throughout the year for local projects. Each local club contributed $500 to sponsor the work day at the Group Home.

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Headmaster

Q&A

Headmaster Ruston Pierce

Q:

Last Friday, CCS held its First Annual fundraiser at the Thompson-Boling Arena.

Please share the value or ben-

efit for launching a tradition such as the Big Orange Evening for Concord Christian School.

A:

It was a great night celebrating all the things God is doing at Concord Christian

School. Heath Shuler was a perfect fit for a fun, casual evening to support the daily operation of CCS. We are very blessed by the new families God is bringing to CCS, and the opportunity to start planning a new

high school building. Events like Big Orange Evening will help make that building a reality moving forward.

The value of an evening like this isn’t quantifiable. God showed up in more ways than we can mention. As we move forward this event will be something people are already looking forward to next year, and they should. It will be an amazing evening with Mac Powell, the lead singer of the Christian band Third Day. One of our new families won a semester of tuition. Over the last month this mother has repeatedly told people she was going to win. It was incredible to watch it transpire and the sheer joy of that family knowing God has provided for their need.

ScioLions compete in first Science Olympiad

CCS ScioLions Team Photo (left to right)

Back row: Andrew Pierson, Josh Roberts, William Farmer, Noah Marlowe, Jacob Crox, Michel Helton, Nigholas Ingle, LeighAnna Jones. Front Row: Dr. Joannie Ham – Coach and CCS Science Teacher, Brian Turbyfill, Jonathan Beal, Anna Wysmierski, Gillian Huskin, Leslie Arnold – Team Captain

Medal Winners (left to right) William Farmer - Bridge Building 3rd place, Nicholas Ingle - Anatomy & Physiology 3rd place, Gillian Huskin - Anatomy & Physiology 3rd place, Josh Roberts - Bridge Building 3rd place, Noah Marlowe - Geologic Mapping 2nd place, Jacob Crox - Geologic Mapping 2nd place

Concord Christian School recently participated in its first Science Olympiad. Science Olympiad is the nation’s largest team STEM competition and is recognized by many colleges and universities. It provides rigorous, standards-based challenges in 23 events covering many topics that are not always studied in a typical high school curriculum, such as entomology and glaciers.

Students who participate in Science Olympiad gain not only critical thinking and time management skills, but also learn how to work independently and under extreme pressure. They also have experience taking a group of difficult tests in one day, which prepares them for Finals in college. CCS is excited to provide the opportunity for its growing high school student body in such a prestigious competition. CCS High School Principal Amanda Lane stated, “Dr. Ham’s commitment and passion for science

inspired our students to give countless hours in preparation for this event. We are proud of all involved for their effort and teamwork. To see students each bring their Godgiven abilities to the group is rewarding. “ “CCS had some stiff competition against schools that are known in the area for having rigorous science programs (Farragut and Oak Ridge).

My goal for the first year was to medal in one event and to give the students opportunity to experience first-hand how exciting a hands-on science competition can be.” Dr. Joannie Ham shared, “CCS students exceeded that goal and earned 3 medals, and came in 4th in 4 other events.

This is a great achievement for a first year team of brand-new competitors. Many students in the other schools we competed against have years of experience in Science Olympiad, some even from state championship teams. Job well done, ScioLions!”

Back Row: Brandon Cyr – 1st place 6th Grade Level completion, Emma LaCharite – 2nd place 6th Grade level competition, Megan Wright - 4th Place 7th Grade level , Aislinne McAdams – 3rd Place 7th Grade level completion. Front Row: Summer Crockett – First Place - Spell off, Seth Kenny – Fifth Place – Spell off

Spelling Champs 32 students from Concord Christian School were recently chosen to participate in the ACSI Regional Spelling Bee. Students from first through 8th grade won the opportunity to represent their school at this CAK hosted event.

Elementary Principal, Leigh Ledet stated, “CCS was well represented at the Spelling Bee at CAK today. I am so proud of all of our representatives.”

Middle School Teacher, Dana Strong explained that students worked hard in preparing and studying various word lists. Fifteen students placed in their grade level competitions. CCS 8th graders Summer Crocket won first place and Seth Kenny place 5th in the 5th – 8th grade spell off and will go on to participate in the next competition in Atlanta. . Mrs. Strong shared, “I was excited to see so many students place in the bee. As a teacher, I was pleased with the way our students represented our school.”

Governor’s School

Nicolas Ingle-Scientific Models and Data Analysis at ETSU, Bryson Kenny- was chosen as an alternate for Information Technology Leadership at TTU, Gillian Huskin-School for the Sciences at UTK, Brenna Flynn-Scientific Models and Data Analysis at ETSU

Concord Christian School is proud to announce the three students along with one alternate were accepted to the TN Governor’s School program. Acceptance into the TN Governors School summer program is a very high honor.

It is a 4 week residential program that selects the brightest and most talented high school sophomores and juniors in the state and places them on college campuses for a month this summer. CCS guidance counselor Tamara Dallery congratulated the students telling them “This experience will provide incredible out-of-school learning experience along with the opportunity to meet other talented and gifted students from across Tennessee.”

UPCOMING EVENTS ■ Spring Break ■ FBC Consignment Sale ■ Class of 2016 – Planning for College ■ Easter Break

March 16 -20 March 27 – 28 March 31 April 3 – 6

■ Elementary Art Show ■ Math Olympics ■ Spring Band Concert 5-12th ■ The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

■ Prom April 25 April 9 ■ Spring Chorus Concert May 4 April 14 ■ Fay Boston Art Show - Middle/High School May 8 April 21 April 23/24

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Finding my way to total health

By Cassidy Duckett I’m pretty sure any plane I get on will crash. If I’m heading into a bank, there’s no doubt a robbery is about to happen.

On a daily basis, I’m almost positive I’ll encounter some sort of tragedy. I have anxiety, and I am 24 years old.

I have always been a worrier – worried when my parents would go on trips, worried in crowds and worried when the Duckett clouds became dark grey and the wind picked up.

It has always been part of me. However, as I grew up and began to take responsibility for my own future, this worry suddenly didn’t seem like something everyone else had. My family members and friends would have to assure me disaster was not about to strike. I’d hear a loud noise, rush to my fiancé and ask him what it was. He’d reply, “What noise?”

I didn’t connect my incessant worries to mental health, because I was still able to succeed in a full-time job, have fulfilling and quality relationships with friends and family, and go on adventures, like backpacking through Europe and taking a road trip across the United States. I did not see myself as a typical mental health consumer.

I just worried more than other people.

In the fall of 2014, I shared my worries with my fiancé about going to a college

football game. The crowd will be huge, I explained. Who knows what would happen?

I’d been to many major sporting events before, but my worries continued.

“You have to get help,” he said. “You’re going to miss out on so much if you don’t take care of yourself.”

It struck me then that staying healthy included not only physician appointments, dental cleanings and eating well. Physical health is only a half of one’s well-being. My mental health wasn’t in check. I could function, enjoy life and pursue my dream career – but I couldn’t stop worrying, and it was wearing on me and those around me.

As a marketing coordinator at Parkwest Medical Center, I’ve learned a lot about the resources at Peninsula Outpatient Centers and am comfortable discussing their wide range of services. I’ve written stories about the progress their patients have made and the wide walks of life from which patients come. Still, picking up the phone to call someone and admit how anxiously I viewed the world was, frankly, anxietyinducing. Would I be judged? Would I have to tell the person on the other end my symptoms? Lastly, how would the rest of the world react when I became a mental health consumer?

I hesitated, put it off and hesitated some more. One day, I called. The Peninsula staff member on the other end of the line was kind, patient and non-judgmental. I went to my appointment and – after having plenty of anxious thoughts in the

Cassidy and her fiancé, Sean.

waiting room – met with three Peninsula clinical staff members who were friendly, polite and eager to help me. I spoke with each of them for about an hour and they legitimized my symptoms. For the first time, I felt like I did have a real problem,

and there was a real solution.

Since beginning low-dose anxiety medicine after that first appointment at Peninsula, I have made great strides in living with anxiety. When faced with a situation that may have made me anxious before – traveling to a new place, being in a crowd, getting on a plane – I no longer jump to the worst conclusion, or any conclusion at all. I finally understand how others can go about their days without uncontrollable and invasive worry. It’s such a relief.

Better yet, I have been able to embrace the qualification of being a mental health consumer. My experience with Peninsula in my initial treatment and follow-up appointments has been eye-opening. There is no typical mental health consumer. We must all take care of our minds as well as our bodies. If I were to break my leg tomorrow, I’d have no doubts about seeing a physician. Why not give the same level of attention and care to my mind?

My pursuit of better mental health has only brought support from my family and friends. I am still the same daughter, fiancée, sister, friend and coworker as I was before. I see the world a bit more brightly now.

There’s so much more world to see.

My plane will not crash. That car will not swerve across the line and hit me. My parents will arrive safely home from a night out to dinner. I don’t know any of those things for sure, but I no longer worry about them. I am 24 years old, and I am a mental health consumer.

Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon next weekend

Peninsula Outpatient Centers For people experiencing mild to severe mental health issues, Peninsula Outpatient Centers provide a wide range of services including individual and group therapy, support groups and medication management. With outpatient centers in Knox, Loudon, Sevier and Blount counties, Peninsula serves individuals of all ages across East Tennessee. Like Cassidy, each patient meets with Peninsula clinical staff at his or her first appointment to determine the best course of treatment. A patient’s plan may include daily medication, psychotherapy, case management or a combination of these.

The physicians at Peninsula Outpatient Centers may recommend an intensive outpatient program to provide more concentrated care than traditional outpatient sessions. For six to eight weeks, participants in the Adult or Adolescent Intensive Outpatient programs come to the outpatient center in Knoxville (Peninsula Light-

house) four to five times a week to address issues that need intense treatment but do not require continuous care. These conditions include depression, anxiety disorders, anger management, ADHD, relationship problems, grief and loss and self-injurious behavior.

Alcohol and drug treatment is available through the Adult Intensive Outpatient Program at the Peninsula Lighthouse campus. For women suffering from addiction, Peninsula Outpatient offers Women in Treatment, a program for uninsured women age 18 to 64. Through this program, women can work on self-esteem, trauma, communication techniques, body image issues and other topics that are vital to wellbeing and happiness.

If you or a loved one is experiencing any symptoms of mental health issues, call Peninsula Outpatient Centers at 865-970-9800 or visit www.PeninsulaBehavioralHealth.com.

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After months of preparation, runners from across the region and nation will gather at 7:30 a.m. on March 29 at the Clinch Avenue Bridge in downtown Knoxville to begin the 2015 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon (CHKM).

The weekend is packed with events, including full and half marathons, a relay and 5K. A kids fun run will take place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, beginning at the Clinch Avenue Bridge.

On Saturday, March 28, runners, supporters and friends are invited to the Knoxville Marathon Health & Fitness Expo in the Knoxville Convention and Exhibition Center. This high-energy event will feature exhibitors of running and fitness apparel, shoes and other supplies, as well as other products and services in fitness, sports and nutrition. All race participants must visit the expo sometime between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. to obtain their official race packet containing the race number bib,

timing chip, goody bag and other instructions.

For those who want to watch from the sidelines, there are many recommended spots to catch a glimpse of the runners. Western Plaza, Tyson Park, Caswell Park and the finish line at Neyland Stadium are popular spots and may include water stations for runners and live music. Spectators who wish to see the end of the race can enter Neyland Stadium via Gate 21 and sit in the stands.

For more information about the CHKM, visit www.knoxvillemarathon.com.

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Admiral Farragut: just the facts The famous East Tennessee-born admiral’s name has been affi xed to a variety of places and things, including an iconic downtown Knoxville hotel, a school, a Navy training station in Iowa, academies in several states and even a cigar.

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Bronze statues honor this famous warrior in New York, Boston, Michigan, Washington, D.C., and most recently in Farragut, Tenn.

But as a docent at the Farragut Folklife Museum, I am amazed at just how little our visitors – many of whom were born here and are Farragut High School alumni – actually know about him.

Most people think Adm. Farragut’s name comes from Great Britain, prob-

ably because of his middle name, Glasgow. But Farragut was actually Hispanic.

His father, Don Jorge Ferragut Mesquita, emigrated here in the late 1700s from the Spanish island of Majorca, where he had served with the Spanish Navy. So, our present town could just as easily have been named Mesquita, Tenn.

When Ferragut emigrated here, he served as a sailing master in the U.S. Navy and received a commission as head of the magazine at Knoxville, where munitions were stored. This was a very important positon, and he also ran a ferry at Stony Point, Tenn. There was also a change in the spelling of Ferragut: an “a” where the “e” had been.

Adm. Farragut’s first name was James as shown in the family Bible. How, then, did it get changed to David? James Farragut was born in 1801 in Stony Point, Tenn. The birthplace, which is marked today and is part

of a Knox County Park, was later called Lowe’s Ferry and finally North Shore Drive.

He was orphaned at age nine and was adopted by Captain David Porter, whose family had a long maritime heritage. Farragut changed his name to David in honor of his adoptive parents.

One fact that many people find hard to believe is that Adm. Farragut received his commission as midshipman when he was only nine years old. That’s right. He was born in 1801 and received his commission in 1810. This commission was arranged by Capt. Porter, whose responsibility was to educate the youngster and train him to be a naval officer. The museum has a vast collection of his letters and other writings which show that he had a flair for penmanship, spelling and mathematics, which boded well for Capt. Porter’s tutelage.

During the War of 1812, when Farragut was only

12 years old, he was put in charge of a captured British frigate, with a complete complement of British sailors, and ordered to bring it into port. Of course, the captured sailors’ plan was to lag behind the other ships and then throw the kid overboard and escape. But through cunning, and obviously a bit of luck, Farragut was able to avoid the mutiny and bring the ship into port as ordered. And it was this type of feat that influenced President Lincoln to name him the first admiral of the U.S. Navy, later to command during the American Civil War. Although he held many responsible positions during his naval career, the battle for which he is best remembered is the Battle of Mobile Bay, where he exclaimed those famous words: “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!”

His fleet had gathered at the narrow entrance to the bay and was preparing to

Emerald Academy ready to roll

By Betty Bean The Emerald Academy administration hasn’t yet moved into the old Moses School in Mechanicsville, but principal Jon RyJon Rysewyk sewyk says Knox County’s first charter school has met its goal of having two student applicants for each of its 120 seats and will hold a certified lottery to see who gets in.

March 30 at 5 p.m. is the

cutoff date for students to apply (they will be called scholars if they are accepted) to enroll in the inaugural kindergarten and firstgrade classes. The lottery will be held within 10 days of the cutoff.

Eventually, the school, which is a public charter subject to state education laws, will serve kindergartners through eighth graders, with one additional grade to be added each year to reach that goal. Classes will start July 27, and Emerald Academy will not only operate under the “balanced calendar” being advocated

by Knox County Schools, but will also have extended school days. There will be two teachers per 30-student classroom, and students will wear uniforms. School culture and curriculum will be modeled on the Breakthrough Prep School in Cleveland, Ohio.

The goal, as stated on Emerald Academy’s website, is to create a school built on four pillars: “Academic excellence, effective teaching, a highly relational culture grounded in high expectations, and robust parent and community engagement.”

Rysewyk and dean of academics Jamie Snyder, most recently the principal of Corryton Elementary School and before that an assistant principal at Inskip, were the first employees. Cheryl Robinson joined the staff last week as director of family engagement. Job fairs will be held to hire teachers.

Rysewyk, who won a Milken Educator Award in 2008 for work he did as assistant principal at Fulton High School to redesign the curriculum there, was promoted to principal a year later. He moved to the central office as executive

enter and engage the Confederate fleet. The entrance was laden with mines, which at the time were called torpedoes. The fleet was also under heavy fire from the Confederate Fort Morgan on the west bank. The first ship through, an ironclad named the Tuscumbia, struck a mine and sank within 20 seconds with all hands on board. While the other ships hesitated, Farragut’s ship, the Hartford, took the lead and safely guided the fleet through the inlet.

Finally, many visitors think the town of Farragut was named after the admiral. Actually, the high school was named after him, and the town was named after the school.

The present-day Farragut area was first founded in 1787 by four cousins from Augusta County, Va., and was called Campbell’s Station. But when Farragut High School was built in 1904 and started engaging in intermural athletics, the

other schools started calling the community Farragut.

And over a period of several decades, the name Campbell’s Station was phased out and residents, too, settled on Farragut.

The Farragut Folklife Museum has perhaps the most complete collection of the admiral’s memorabilia in existence. These include his original commission as a midshipman, artifacts including a large reconstructed model of the Hartford, and many items from the Hartford including his writing desk and letters, the steam whistle, signal flags and cash box.

The museum is truly one of the town’s most valuable treasures, and all citizens and guests are invited to visit and learn more about Farragut’s namesake. Admission is free, and the museum is staffed with well-trained docents eager to enhance your knowledge and provide a memorable experience.

director of innovation and school improvement in 2013 and was considered one of the system’s superstars.

Snyder was a member of Knox County’s first Leadership Academy class.

Rysewyk said he didn’t leave Knox County Schools for a bigger paycheck or because he was disgruntled.

His motivation, he said, is his passion for educating inner-city kids.

“This is a missional calling to do something we believe in. Neither Jamie nor I got pay raises to come over here. If we get this thing right, I see it as benefiting all our urban children – not just Emerald Academy scholars.”

He professes to be somewhat gobsmacked by the icy

reception that met his recent recruiting letter to parents in target neighborhoods, featuring charts showing poor academic performance and touting Emerald’s innovative approach. He said he didn’t intend to disparage existing urban schools.

“Coming off my Fulton experience, I love this whole area and my heart has never left the inner city. I like to walk beside people, not on top of them. When Emerald had this idea to do some of these radical instructional things – extended time, two teachers per classroom, 10 laptops in every K-5 classroom – I felt a calling.

“I have a firm belief that personalization is how you reach kids.”

Balou needs a home!

Balou is gorgeous, sweet, and likes other cats.

She’s a young adult whose four beautiful kittens have gone home and who is ready to be the center of attention. She’s negative for feline leukemia and aids, current on her distemper and rabies vaccines, been wormed, had advantage for fleas, and been vet checked and spayed.

Adopt a new friend!

Thumper is a cute short haired white tabby bobtail cat about 2 years old.

She only has a stub of a tail. She LOVES everyone as soon as she meets them.

She is playful, entertaining but not wildly so. She likes to be held and to snuggle. She gets along well with other cats, and we think she’d be great with dogs and kids after a proper introductory period.

She’s negative for feline leukemia and aids, current on her distemper and rabies vaccines, been wormed, had advantage for fleas, and been vet checked and spayed.

If interested in these cuties, please contact:

Holly at 671-4564 or KatPirate@comcast.net

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THROUGH FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Tickets available for Rhythm N’ Blooms music festival, on stages set exclusively along downtown Knoxville’s Jackson Avenue. Features first-timers, chart-climbers and highly lauded acts from varied musical backgrounds. Info/tickets: www. rhythmnbloomsfest.com.

THROUGH TUESDAY, APRIL 21 Online registration open for the Wildflower Pilgrimage, to be held Tuesday-Saturday, April 21-25, at Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Registration fees: $75 for two or more days, or $50 for a single day; students, $15 with valid student ID. Info/to register: http://www.springwildflowerpilgrimage.org or 4367318, ext. 222.

THROUGH MAY 20 Applications accepted for the Great Smoky Mountains Trout Adventure Camp for middle school girls and boys, sponsored by the Tennessee Council of Trout Unlimited to be held June 15-20 at Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont (GSMIT) in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Info/applications: http://www.tntroutadventure.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Books Sandwiched In: “Happy City: Transforming Our Lives through Urban Design” by Charles Montgomery, noon, East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Info: 215-8700.

“Photographing Your Work” seminar, noon-1 p.m., Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St. Guest speaker: Lisa Gifford Mueller. Info/to register: 523-7543; sc@ knoxalliance.com; http://www.knoxalliance.com/ development.html.

“Science of Sound” program by Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, 1 p.m., The Muse Knoxville Planetarium. A new educational program for students in grades 3-5. Info: http://www.themuseknoxville.com/

Motorcycles/Mopeds Transportation

Automobiles for Sale BUICK LESABRE - 2001. Custom, x-clean! blue, 3800 V6! 65,000 mi., $6,450. (865)988-4133.

CHEVROLET IMPALA LT - 2012. 22 k, 1 owner, rear spoiler, dual clim. cont.

Loaded. Orig. in/out. $15,400/bo.

(865)382-0365.

TOYOTA CAMRY - 2002. 101k miles , clean title , no accident , 4 cyl , call or text at 2693390825 (269)339-0825.

TOYOTA SIENNA - 1999. LE Mini Van, Power windows,seats, etc.Looks good and runs Good. 250,000 mi., $3,150. (865)332-7378.

Sports and Imports HONDA ACCORD - 1998.

184K mi., $2,900.

(865)933-3175 or 388-5136 HONDA CIVIC - 2002. Sunroof, loaded, air, 129k miles. Fin. avail. $4990.

(865)308-2743.

MAZDA 3 TOURING 2013, like new, 4 dr, gray, 16,000 miles, $14,350. 865457-4492 TOYOTA AVALON XLE 2014. V6, pearl white, w/tan/brwn/choc. inside, Bluetooth, heated seats, backup camera, FWD, 14K mi. $26,900 obo.

(828) 835-3921; cell 828-557-4879.

Wheels/Recreation Pick up your copy of the

Buy and Sell every here!

Wednesday.

Sport Utility Vehicles

- 2010 Harley Davidson FLHXSE CVO. This Harley Davidson is a limited-production version of the popular Harley-Davidson hot-rod bagger. Powered by the 110 cubic inch V-twin engine. Loaded with chrome and Spiced Rum paint with gold leafing. This bike has several added features, the Harley Davidson LED headlamp, Harley Davidson ipod interface with relocation kit, 7” speakers and amp. Road pegs, Kuryakyn Crusher exhaust pipes with Trident Tips, leather Mustang lid covers, V-stream windshield.

Tires have 2000 miles on them, CVO brass key, Harley Davidson cover.

Currently has 16,699 miles and is in excellent condition, 865-209-7636 serious inquiries only.

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WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY, MARCH 1819 AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., John T. O’Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona St. Info/to register: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

CHEVROLET C10 1984 FORD F150 2002. 4WD, ext cab, low miles, good cond., 1 owner, 865414-3058 GMC SIERRA - 1984. V8, auto, air, 104K mi., LB, very nice, $4,800. (865)643-7103.

NISSAN TITAN 2008. extra cab LB 4x4, all options, new tires, 101K mi., priv. owner. $15,800 obo. 423-721-5555

Classic Cars FORD MUSTANG - 1989. HB, 5.0, new transm., AC, New tires, Pony whls. $4100. 865-687-3905.

LINCOLN TOWN CAR - 1996.

Signature edt., lthr., exc. cond. $3000. (865)457-4955.

MERCEDES BENZ 560 SL 1989 Convertible, dark maroon, like new. 25,500 mi, $24,500. 865-453-6344

Auto Auctions 2002 JAGUAR X-TYPE SAJEA53D42XC80924 with 94k miles. Car does not run and will not be able to be test driven.

There will be a reserve set of $1,431.15 for unpaid charges.

Auction will be held at 9735 Kingston Pk. Knoxville, TN 37922 @ 7am on Apr. 6th.

8th.

HONDA CR-V 2011 SE, 33k mi, tract. control. Loaded. New, 75k tires, immac. in/out. $17,400/bo.

(865)382-0365.

HONDA ODYSSEY - 2007. loaded, white w/tan lthr. $10,500 (865)482-3037.

TOYOTA RAV4 - 2001. AWD, clean in/ out, no accidents, scratches or dents, clean title, 4 cyl. eng., AT, 82k mi, $3800. Call or text 240-560-2101

LEGAL NOTICE The Board of MAYOR AND ALDERMEN OF THE TOWN OF FARRAGUT, at its meeting on THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2015 adopted the following ordinance on second and final reading: 1. Ordinance 15-03, to amend the Farragut Municipal Code by adding Title 14, Chapter 6., Farragut Architectural Design Standards, and authorizing the Farragut Municipal Planning Commission to be the Design Review Commission

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 21-22

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Faculty Lecture Series: “Je suis Charlie,” 10:45 a.m., Pellissippi State Community College, Hardin Valley Campus. Free and open to the public. Info: www. pstcc.edu or call 694-6400.

Organizing your paperwork, 2 p.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Speaker: Karen Sprinkle. Info: 470-7033.

“Write and Tell Mother …”: East Tennesseans in the Great War, 1917-1919, 6:30 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Lecture by Pat Gang. Free admission. Info: www.EastTNHistory.org or 215-8824.

“You CAN Grow Your Own Rose Bouquets,” 3:15-4:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by Knox County Master Gardeners. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, MARCH 19-20 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Everett Senior Center, 702 Burchfield Street, Maryville. Info/to register: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 RCS Hiking Club hike: Old Settlers Trail to Little Bird Branch and out to Hwy. 321. 6 mile moderate shuttle hike. Meet 9 a.m. at Gatlinburg City Hall Park & Ride. Info: Ray, 314-2279, or Kate, 573-9258.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Cypress String Quartet performance, 7:30 p.m., Pollard Auditorium, 210 Badger Ave., Oak Ridge.

Tickets: $25 adults, $10 children and students. Info/ tickets: 483-5569 or www.orcma.org.

Emory Road Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will meet 10:30 a.m., Nichols Gibbs Homestead, 7633 E. Emory Road, Corryton, for a tour of the homestead. Info: 938-3187 or 938-8641.

Military Genealogy, 1-3 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Info/to register: 215-8809.

Nourish Knoxville’s Winter Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Central UMC, 201 Third Ave. Features pastureraised meats, eggs, winter produce, honey, baked goods, artisan foods, handmade items, food trucks and other

Daffodil flower show, 1-5 p.m., Ellington Plant Sciences Building, 2431 Joe Johnson Drive. Free. Craft and plant vendors on site. Info: Brian, 591-6774.

SUNDAY, MARCH 22 Traveling Bazaar’s Local Artists & Crafters/Handmade Shopping Event, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Bearden Banquet Hall, 5806 Kingston Pike. Info: The Traveling Bazaar on facebook.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 23 Blount Mansion History Supper, 6 p.m., The Grill at Highland’s Row, 4705 Old Kingston Pike.

Speaker: James R. Knight. Topic: John Bell Hood and the Civil War in Tennessee. Info/RSVP: 525-2375 or info@blountmansion.org.

West Knox Book Club: “And the Mountains Echoed,” 10 a.m., Bearden Branch Library, 100 Golf Club Road. Info: 588-8813.

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23-25 Faculty Senate Book Sale, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. MondayTuesday and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Pellissippi State Community College Blount County Campus, Keith McCord Lobby, 2731 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway in Friendsville. Community is invited. Funds raised go to student scholarships. Info: www.pstcc.edu or 694-6400.

TUESDAY, MARCH 24 Computer Workshops: Internet and Email Basics, 5:30 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. Requires “Introducing the Computer” or equivalent skills. Info/to register: 215-8700.

“Savvy Social Security Planning: What Baby Boomers Need to Know to Maximize Retirement Income” non-credit course. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pellissippi State Community College Strawberry Plains campus.

Full schedule of class times and locations: www.pstcc. edu/bcs. Info: 539-7167.

Auto Parts & Acc 5TH WHEEL HITCH slants and slides, Like new. $450. (865)457-4955.

Recreation

Boats/Motors/Marine 17-FT BASS TRACKER - 40 HP Mercury; trailer + extras. $6000. Call George at 660-1695.

Trucks $3600. Call 865-300-5565

vendors from the Market Square Farmers Market.

“Our First Ladies of the United States,” 2-3 p.m., Farragut Branch Library, 417 N. Campbell Station Road. Program by Elizabeth Nelson, manager of the Fountain City Branch library. Free and open to the public. Info: 777-1750.

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

Boat 2000 Four Winns 268 Vista, exc shape, radar arch, full canvas, low hrs, on lift, reg. gas, Tellico Village. $35,000. Alan 423-371-9050

Campers & RV’s 2000 PACE ARROW VISION - 36’, 2 slides, twin air & heat, W&D, ref w/ ice maker, all opt. 23K mi, $35,000.

(865)850-9613.

Motorcycles/Mopeds HARLEY DAVIDSON 2006 Road King Custom, 15,546 mi, E.F.I. Wire wheels, security syst., windshield, chrome forks & extras. $10,500.

Ready for Daytona Bike Wk. (865)293-2542.

HONDA GOLDWING 2010, yellow, ext warr, many extras, 8K mi, $16,000.

865-310-0519 after 6pm

Recreational Rental 27’ Fleetwood 2007 Pioneer, 4 jacks, tow pkg., awning, $99 per day. $15 off per day with referral. Tentative booking. No rainouts. Dep. req’d.

865-983-7186

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Homes Unfurnished Merchandise

Announcements

Antiques

Adoptions

WANTED Military antiques and collectibles 865-368-0682

Building Materials 1 new metal bldg. 120’ L x50’ W, complete, never erected. 9’ sidewalls to 14’ center walls. 865-803-3633 5 New Rolltop Metal Doors: (1) 16’x14’H, (2) 14’x8’H, (2) 14’x14”H. 865-458-5164

Collectibles JOHN ELWAY Autographed football, 5 helmets & Super Bowl 32 Field of Dreams Lithograph plus numerous Bronco collectisbles. $2000.

(865)429-6403 KNOXVILLE COIN SHOW Mar 14th & Apr 4th Info: 865-660-8692 Time: 9am - 4pm Adm is Free Loc: Rothchild Center 8807 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN 37923

Heavy Equipment

GROUND LEVEL CONTAINERS

8’wx9’hx40’ Store tools, equipment, feed, cars, etc. $1395-$1795.

966-9400 x 412

Hunt/Fish Supplies RWS DIANA 350 MAGNUM - .22 Air Rifle with 3-9x40 scope. EX + $350.

865-482-1218

Lawn & Garden JOHN DEERE X475 - 2005 model, 192 hours, 48” deck, like new condition.

Call 865-599-0516.

Metal Buildings North INDIAN CROSSING S/D, 37918 Fri/Sat March 20 & 21, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

HUGE garage sale! Lots of HH items & clothing. Don’t miss it!

Home Maint./Repair

HAROLD’S GUTTER SERVICE

Will clean front & back, $20 & up. Quality work, guaranteed.

(865)288-0556

GROUND LEVEL CONTAINERS

8’wx9’hx40’ Store tools, equip., feed, cars, etc. $1395-$1795 966-9400 x 412

ADOPT: A loving couple longs to adopt your newborn into a home filled with unconditional love, warmth & security. Expenses paid. Kim & Werner @ 1-888-416-5056 ADOPTION LOVING, professional couple eager to add to our growing family. Our warm, nurturing home is waiting to welcome your baby.

Expenses paid. Anne & Colin.

1-877-246-6780 (toll-free) ADOPTION: Loving couple promises your baby a secure home. Denise & Nick.

1-888-449-0803

2 BR, 1 BA w/bonus rm, 2 sundecks, W/D, C H/A, off Northshore near Concord Park & YMCA. $900 mo.

865-599-4617 SEYMOUR - Executive Home, 4BR, 3 1/2 BA, 3200 SF, Million Dollar view. $1750 mo. Call (865)654-6878.

WEST, BENINGTON S/D - 3BR, 2 BA, 2 car gar., deck, lg. corner lot, fenced in yard. $1350. Call 865-679-4674.

Condos Unfurnished HALLS - 2 BR, 1.5BA, no pets. $600/mo. $500 dep.

Doyle 254-9552

Duplx/Multplx UnFurn Financial

Consolidation Loans FIRST SUN FINANCE 1ST LOAN FREE We make loans up to $1000. We do credit starter & rebuilder loans. Call today, 30 minute approvals.

See manager for details.

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WEST KNOX - WEDGEWOOD HILLS CUL-DE-SAC - 2BR, 2BA (1 upstairs & 1 downstairs) Family room w/ fireplace, W/D, new carpet, granite counter tops, new tile in BA, $890 mo, 1 yr lse. 9004 Mattox Ln 865-216-5736 WEST Small 2 BR, W/D conn., C H/A, quiet, private, $500 mo + DD + refs req’d. 865-966-9489

Townhouse/Villas Unfurn SPRING SPECIAL - Lovell Rd/ Turkey Creek area, 2 BR, 2 1/2 BA Townhouse, no pets. W/D hook-up. $695 mo. $450 dep. (865) 470-8686.

Real Estate Rentals Apartments - Unfurn. $0 DEPOSIT!! - 2BR Garden Apts. w/all amenities include SALT Pool & W/D conn.

Close to Ftn. City.

Call Tayna, 865-688-7531.

Professionally managed by Garland Management Co. BROADWAY AND TOWERS 62 AND OLDER Or Physically Mobility Impaired 1 & 2 BR, util. incl. Laundry on site.

Immediate housing if qualified.

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865-524-4092 for appt.

TDD 1-800-927-9275

Real Estate Commercial Commercial Property /Sale 701 NORTH CHERRY ST. 6,000 SF, $175,000.

865-544-1717; 865-740-0990

Offices/Warehouses/Rent LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Office space for lease, 900 sq. ft., on South Peters Rd. w/rd. frontage sign avail. Newly renovated. $900 per month depending on terms of lease could be negotiable. (865)356-5049

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NEWS FROM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF KNOXVILLE

Christian Academy of Knoxville Serving Age 3 - 12th Grade 865-690-4721 www.cakwarriors.com

Recipe of the Month

2015 Spring Quarterback / Wide Receiver clinic

By Josh Shupe, Executive Chef, Sage Dining Services at CAK

April 13 & April 20 Description: Take advantage of the opportunity to be instructed in the fundamentals of quarterback and wide receiver play by CAK Head Football Coach Rusty Bradley, members of his staff, and current CAK players.

All athletes need to bring cleats and tennis shoes. All QBs need to bring a ball.

Parents also come and enjoy a free seminar during the camp from 6:10 – 6:30 p.m. on Adolescent Strength Training given by Athletic Director John East, who is a Certi ed Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

■ Contact: Rusty Bradley (rbradley@cakmail.org) ■ Time: 6-7 p.m.

■ Location: Warrior Football Field ■ Ages: Grades 5-7 ■ Registration fee: FREE

Christian Academy of Knoxville offers a wide variety of academic and athletic summer camps.

For more information, visit www.cakwarriors.com/camps.

All-purpose flour- 13 ounces Baking powder - 1 Tbsp Salt – 1/2 tsp Milk - 1.5 cups Egg - 2 each Cocoa powder - 2 ounces

Vanilla- 2 Tbsp.

Brown sugar- 4 ounces Ganache: Chocolate semi sweet -14 ounces Heavy cream- 8 ounces

In a mixing bowl add milk, egg, vanilla, brown sugar, cocoa powder. Mix ingredients for approximately two minutes. Add our, baking powder and salt. Mix an additional 2 minutes until well incorporated.

Heat 2 cups of canola oil on the stove on medium high heat.

Using a small ice cream scoop, put the three scoops of your fritter batter into the heated oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes. Toss in powdered sugar when cool.

For Ganache, heat heavy cream on the stove until it starts to boil. Add chocolate and remove from heat. Immediately whisk mix until all is combined.

Optional: Serve with ganache and vanilla ice cream Bon Appetit!