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August 10, 2016

Shoes (and balloons) for school

Knox schools career fair Knox County Schools will offer employment opportunities at the annual Career Fair, scheduled this year for two dates and two locations. Everyone is invited to attend. The school district is looking for bus drivers, food-service workers and custodians. â– Tuesday, Aug. 16, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Dr. Paul Kelley Academy, Knoxville Center Mall â– Thursday, Aug. 18, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Bearden Middle School, 1000 Francis Road Info: Kim Severance, customer service manager for KCS transportation, 865-5941942.

TPO seeks road comments The Knoxville Regional Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is seeking comments on proposed road and transit projects (including bike and pedestrian access) to be completed within the next 23 years, a requirement of federal funding. It’s called Mobility 2040. State and local governments, along with the Tennessee Department of Transportation, submitted the projects with an estimated cost and timeline. An online mapping application has been created to show the 180 projects that were submitted. The comment period ends Aug. 31. The application is easy to use. Go to knoxtrans.org and click on the application (it’s the big item that pops right up). Click “zoom to county� and “Knox.� Then click on the flags for your area.

More than 1,200 children received new tennis shoes and school supplies last Saturday thanks to the 14th annual “Shoes for School� event presented by the Knoxville Area Urban League, U.S. Cellular and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Organizers provided balloons, food and games at the Caswell Park event. Photo submitted

Thrive Lonsdale looks to build community By Betty Bean This summer, the kids at Thrive Lonsdale got lessons in rocketry from an Oak Ridge scientist. At other times, they’ve been able to choose classes in karate, basket weaving, pottery or ballet. “We are a Christian after-school and mentoring program that seeks to connect children with caring adults who have been blessed with abundance, and we accept volunteers from all backgrounds. We want people to use their gifts and abilities,� said Clayton Wood, executive director of Thrive Lonsdale – formerly SOAR Youth Ministries, founded 20 years ago. The name changed two years ago. Wood, a practicing attorney when he was hired (he says he mostly uses his law degree to deal with bad landlords these days), has been

Lonsdale job fair Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC), Save Our Sons, the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Job Corps, Workforce Connections and the city of Knoxville are bringing a career fair to Lonsdale Homes. The event will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12, at 2020 Minnesota Ave. Mayor Madeline Rogero will attend the event to encourage job seekers at 11 a.m. The career fair, targeted to low-income young people ages 16 to 24, was created in part in response to the “Stop the Violence� community forum held earlier this year at Fulton High School following the death of Zaevion Dobson, who was shot shielding his friends from gang-related gunfire in Lonsdale in 2015.

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there for five years. He is on a mission to change the inner-city neighborhood’s public image, and its self-image, too. “Lonsdale, in terms of crime, is safer than Fort Sanders,� he said. “We love Lonsdale, and one of the most important things that we do is to help kids have pride of place.� When he lists Lonsdale’s Clayton Wood assets, diversity is right at the top. Lonsdale Elementary School’s student population includes kids from South and Central America and Africa, and it’s the first school in Knox County where non-native English speakers are in the majority. A sizable Burundi contingent has established

itself there, as well as a group of Qanjobalan-speaking Guatemalan families (Qanjobalan is a Mayan dialect spoken by only 88,000 people in the world, 40 of whom live in Lonsdale). Wood is proud of the new community garden that Thrive Lonsdale helped get started (he says the Burundians are great gardeners), and he points out that this project complements Thrive Lonsdale’s policy of teaching the children to eat healthy. Thrive Lonsdale depends on the support of individuals, churches, companies and foundations to serve the children of Lonsdale and their families. Wood says this is exactly the way he wants it.

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KMA showcases pieces by regional artists By Kelly Norrell One of Knoxville’s best-kept secrets, the Knoxville Museum of Art Gift Shop, is no secret to the rest of the world. Most of the shop’s customers are from out of state, said manager and buyer Susan Creswell. Trekking to the shop’s airy corner of the KMA building, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive, tourists and travelers purchase beautiful hand-blown glassware, distinctive lamps, fiber-arts pieces, handcrafted jewelry and artisan pottery. “People are amazed at what they find here. What they like best is the work of local and regional artists,� Creswell said. The good news is that the bounty of the KMA Gift Shop is available to Knoxville residents, too. Stocked with high-quality, original art and handmade craft

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Technological University. Glass is the shop’s top-selling item, Creswell said, maybe because of its many forms and prices. You can buy exquisite, blownglass balls (“planets�) and other pieces ($80 to $5,000) by celebrated Massachusetts glass artist Josh Simpson, who recently exhibited at the museum. But you can also purchase whimsical glass birds, butterflies and wind chimes ($10$25) and tempered-glass cutting boards ($45-$65) by Susan Watson Arbital of Knoxville. Peter Alcott of Sevierville offers stunning fused-glass platters ($90-$350). South Knoxville glass blower Johnny Glass, whose dishes and ornaments ($25 to about $300) are shop favorites, will demonstrate blowing at the KMA Family Fun Day Saturday, Aug. 20, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The shop’s fiber-arts pieces are

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items, the shop offers one-of-akind pieces at a range of prices. All proceeds from the shop go to the nonprofit museum, where admission is free. There is a spirit of fun at the shop, where children’s books, colorful puzzles and handmade journals and cards are displayed alongside work that Creswell acquires at events such as the shows of the Southern Highlands Craft Guild and the Foothills Craft Guild. Conspicuous in the shop are soaring mobiles ($165 to about $435) by Joel Hotchkiss of Massachusetts; striking, hand-woven outerwear pieces ($85-$385) by Knoxville fiber artist Judi Gaston; and hand-blown lamps ($400) by Tennessee glass artist Curtiss Brock. Brock is head of the Glass Department at the Appalachian Center for Craft at Tennessee

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popular. Clothing by weaver and fashion designer Judi Gaston, renowned for both her artistry and materials, is hard to keep in stock, Creswell said. “Our biggest seller of hers is a hand-woven poncho ($155).� Also popular are jeweltoned silk scarves ($95-$125) and a poncho-like pullover ($145) by Lauren Fields of Durham, N.C. Pottery and ceramic arts are warm and satisfying. Pieces include earthy, functional items by York Haverkamp of Norris ($22 for a cruet, $145 for a large jug) and a popular ceramic sculpture series called “Spirit Figure� ($195) by Robert Conliffe of Knoxville. Local ceramic artist Hugh Bailey makes whimsical animals and figures ($20 for a flying dragon, $65 for a cat house) that sell quickly.

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New steps on a continuing journey Guillain-Barré patient works toward full recovery with the help of PNRC Although it’s been more than two years since Melanie Kyte, now 32, was stricken with the neurological disorder GuillainBarré Syndrome (GBS), she has not stopped working toward her goal of full recovery. GBS is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the myelin coating around nerves, causing weakness, pain and sometimes paralysis. Kyte’s was an especially severe version of GBS, which left her almost completely paralyzed in the spring of 2014, at the age of 29. Unable at first to walk, talk or even feed herself, today Kyte has gained back all of that and more with help from therapists at Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center. After the onset of GBS, Kyte spent seven months at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and six months at Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center. “While I was in Fort Sanders, they told me that if anyone could help you, it’s Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center,” said Kyte. “So I lived there for six months. They’ve really worked hard with me. I’ve had the same physical therapist, Tricia, (Erpelding), for the most part. But everybody’s always helping you, coming up with new ideas. They want to see people get better. I feel like I’ve got a bunch of cheerleaders over there,” she said. After discharge, Kyte continued physical therapy on an outpatient basis, at first twice a week and now once a week. Today the main focus is Kyte’s feet, which still have tingling and numbness from GBS. “It feels like they’re asleep and are waking up,” said Kyte, as Erpelding rubbed an ultrasound therapy wand over the soles of Kyte’s feet and the sides

ness when I got sick, so I changed it and went a different route. Now I’m doing psychology, with a concentration in counseling and a minor in sociology. “Maryville College is small, and that’s easier because I don’t have to walk as far to class,” she said. Kyte can also now hold and play with Hadley, her daughter, who was only a year old when Kyte got sick. “Now she’s three, so she’s either extremely friendly, sweet and kind, or having a tantrum,” Kyte said. “But she helps me, too – she’ll get things I can’t reach.” Kyte said she would recommend Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center to anyone facing a life-changing neurological illness. In addition to her physical recovery, Kyte said she has made friends with other patients at the center.

Melanie works with one of her “cheerleaders”, PNRC therapist Tricia Erpelding, to regain her strength after suffering from Guillain-Barré.

Ultrasound waves penetrate deep into Melanie’s feet to relax her muscles, improving circulation and flexibility.

of her ankles. Ultrasound waves penetrate deep into the muscle and ligaments, to warm, relax and soften them. This improves circulation and aids in flexibility. “If you don’t have strength in the muscles, different areas of the body can get stiff and tight,” said Erpelding, as she stretched Kyte’s feet upward. “My feet are stiffening up and are turning in a little bit – we’re

trying to straighten them out,” said Kyte. “I wear an ankle brace on the right and a whole leg brace on the left. We’re trying to get that off, and only have an ankle brace. I do a lot of quad exercises, hamstrings, squats and stair exercises.” Despite her great progress, Kyte has restructured her entire life around the effects of GBS. No longer able to work in her former job at Starbucks, Kyte headed

back to school at Maryville College in the fall of 2015 with help from the Blount County Vocational Rehabilitation Center. “They work with people in the area who are on disability,” said Kyte. “They’re paying for me to go back to school, and after that the plan is to get a job. I already had an associate’s degree in busi-

Patricia Neal Golf Classic tees Generous corporate leaders, golf enthusiasts and Tennessee golf professionals will hit the links at Holston Hills Country Club in Knoxville on Monday, August 22, to support a great cause – the Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center (PNRC). The 32nd annual Patricia Neal Golf Classic is presented by Regal Entertainment Group. The TPGA professionals tournament is sponsored by Morrison Healthcare Food Services. Other major sponsors include Humana, Pilot Flying J and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. Tournament proceeds support patient care at the Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center at Fort Sanders Regional, which helps thousands of people rebuild their lives after traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, strokes and other debilitating illnesses and accidents. In the past 31 years, this tournament has raised over $5 million to support the excellent care provided at the center, making

it one of the most successful one-day charity events in the state. “The time, talent and resources our sponsors and volunteers give in support of the Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center make an amazing impact,” says Rocky Goode, tournament chair. “We are truly blessed to have such top-notch rehabilitative care right here in Knoxville.” Tournament Director Misty Brown agrees. “Our sponsors make this event a success, and we wouldn’t have their support without the hard work of our tournament leadership committee. The

“People with disabilities don’t always get out. You get used to being home a lot,” said Kyte. “So the center holds get-togethers once a month, and I try to participate in those. We go to ball games and just do things with other people with disabilities, so you get out. “When you become disabled, you have to relearn everything in life. It’s just a lot different,” she said. “I have no complaints – everybody at Patricia Neal has been perfect.”

off August 22 businesses of this community see the importance of the care the center provides and are key to its continuing work for patients in need.” A limited number of sponsorships are still available. For more information, call 865-531-5210 or visit patneal.org/classic.

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Fourth and Gill neighborhood awards Golden Shovel for best yard It’s Golden Shovel Award time in Fourth and Gill! The historic neighborhood, famously eclectic and colorful, maintains its postCivil-War-era homes and streetscape via a dedicated neighborhood association. And this time of year, they bestow honors upon those whom they feel have risen above and beyond in the area of landscaping. This year the winners are the Bach-O’Donnell family – parents Wendy and Carol, daughter Caiden, and dogs Honey and Scout.

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“She’s the gardener,� Wendy says of Carol. “She gets enjoyment out of it. I’m the cook!� Fourth and Gill Neighborhood Organization president Jenny Wright, special projects director for Bliss and Bliss Home, says, “Our

neighborhood organization board implemented the Golden Shovel competition as a way to acknowledge the beauty of Fourth and Gill and to build neighborhood pride, all while creating a little friendly competition. “We began our contest last December when we gave the inaugural award to Chris Griffin and Jeff Johnson for having the best holiday decorations. Since then, we have sought nominations from neighbors. “There is no rubric used to make our decisions; rath-

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The coveted Golden Shovel Award is handmade by sculptor Gerry Moll and presented four times a year to deserving Fourth and Gill neighborhood residents. Carol, Wendy and Caiden Bach-O’Donnell pose with their dogs Honey and Scout on the award-winning grounds of their 1907 house in the Fourth and Gill neighborhood. Photos submitted

KMA Gift Shop manager and buyer Susan Creswell shows a silk poncio (small poncho) by Lauren Fields as associate Senea Worden displays a woven poncho by Judi Gaston. Photos by Kelly Norrell Handmade jewelry ranges from delicate metalwork to handsome statement pieces. Notable are the necklaces, earrings and bracelets of Anna Balkan of Atlanta ($60 earrings, $245 necklace), dazzling

for workmanship and charm, and bold cuff bracelets ($50-$150) by Karen Dwyer of Maryville. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Info: 934-2042.

Thrive Lonsdale “We don’t take money from the government for two reasons,� Wood said. “We want to be free to be a Christian program without worrying about our freedom, and we believe the government makes a terrible father. We want (the children) to view God as providing for our needs, and financially that’s a pretty big burden.� Wood, who is 36 (and looks even younger), grew up at Wears Valley Ranch,

COMMUNITY â– Alice Bell Spring Hill Neighborhood Association. Info: Ronnie Collins, 637-9630. â– Beaumont Community Organization. Info: Natasha Murphy, 9360139. â– Belle Morris Community Action Group meets 7 p.m. each second Monday, City View Baptist Church, 2311 Fine Ave. Info: bellemorris.com or Rick Wilen, 524-5008. â– Chilhowee Park Neighborhood Association meets 6:30 p.m. each last Tuesday, Administration Building, Knoxville Zoo. Info: Paul Ruff, 696-6584.

From page 1 a Christian nonprofit children’s home founded and run by his parents, Jim and Susan Wood. He says there are several things that Thrive Lonsdale is not: “We’re not a daycare. We don’t sell any food. We don’t charge kids. Our money comes from those four funding sources, and we have been really blessed. We are very grateful to our individual donors, who are very engaged. That’s why our support continues to grow.� When Wood arrived, Thrive Lonsdale’s annual budget was $200,000 and the organization was $75,000 in debt. Today, it is out of debt, has a $450,000 annual budget and serves

around 70 children from elementary school through high school age in afterschool programs offered during three semesters – spring, summer and fall. He said he loves the concept of connecting food and spiritual fruit. “If you plant a new fruit tree in the ground, you have to tend it for four or five years before you see fruit.� He cites Psalm 1:3 as his guideline: “And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.� Info: 865-544-5881 or thrivelonsdale.com

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Football simplicity: Logic and numbers Bob Shoop earned a degree in economics from Yale. It was based on logic and numbers. Shoop understands logic and numbers and even value added. His contract at Tennessee calls for an annual salary of $1.15 million plus perks. Shoop grasps other interesting issues based on logic and Bob Shoop numbers that apply to his career as a defensive coordinator. If he dispatches more hardcharging Volunteers than an

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offense can block, the quarterback may feel tension. He may blink. He may be forced to flee or go down in a heap. Quarterbacks under duress seldom complete lofty percentages. Some throw more interceptions than touchdown passes. It has been said that pressure may even neutralize exceptional ability. Sacks and tackles for losses have been known to

win games. Considering the upfront numbers (wow, 1.15 mil), Bob Shoop is the man charged with making a difference at Tennessee. That, too, is a matter of numbers, growing from nine victories to 11 or 12, ideally changing from challenger to champ. With Butch Jones’ old friend John Jancek as defensive coordinator, the Vols of the past three seasons were much better than during the dark days of Derek Dooley. There was little resemblance between Jancek defenses and whatever that was Sal Sunseri directed in 2012. That was the year opponents broke historic records and

scored 43 out of 47 penetrations into the red zone. Amazing. The Jancek format was designed to not lose games. His defenses were an immediate improvement. The net result was middle-ofthe-pack good, 47th nationally against the pass, 45th against the run. Alas, they were not good enough often enough. Think Florida, fourth quarter. Last season was perfect for comparisons. There were very few pivotal plays on defense, only one defensive touchdown, the Evan Berry pass pick and run at the end of the bowl game. Tennessee’s fourth intercep-

tion that day raised the total to 12 for the year. Arkansas State had 26. Tennessee recovered seven fumbles in 2015. Navy and Virginia Tech had 15 each. Four sacks against Northwestern gave the Vols a respectable 30 for the year. Aggressive Alabama had 53. Everybody knows defense can decide games, one way or the other. Shoop believes defense can win games. He teaches a different, more daring concept. He sees takeaways as vital. He is willing to take the risk of “going for it� rather than playing cautiously in something called “prevent.� Shoop has said “there’s nothing better than getting after people, attacking, being aggressive in everything you

Northeast Economic Summit: Getting Have you ever wondered what we might achieve if we better market ourselves and our unique north and east neighborhoods? We have great people. And great neighborhoods. What would it take for business startups and entrepreneurs and commercial developers to pay closer attention to our community? Stated differently, must a successful business revolve solely around the relative wealth of its patrons (the Turkey Creek syndrome), or does establishing one’s presence in a community of good people and building strong customer relationships matter more in the longer run? We have a lot to offer. Over 48,000 people live in the northeast quadrant of the city, according to the 2010 census. If you expand that census snapshot to people who live within a 15-minute drive of the East

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Towne shopping district (note: business district imports more than just the mall) there are over 110,000 residents. That same census reports the northeast county is growing by some 30 percent. Moreover, we are bordered by rural counties to the north and east – with people who, of necessity, travel to Knoxville to shop. We can be their outpost. Even now, before we make our “marketing� pitch, there are nearly 100 businesses located along Washington and Millertown pikes, both inside and outside the mall. We have big boxes like Lowe’s and

Home Depot, Sam’s Club and Walmart, Target, as well as Sears, Kohl’s, Belk and JCPenney inside. There are dozens of smaller, local businesses like restaurants, theaters and convenience and grocery stores. But there is also a need for closer-in neighborhood stores that bring convenience and choice to our smaller, interconnected neighborhoods. Truth is, most of us would like to patronize a healthier downtown Burlington, a rejuvenated lower Broadway or Central Avenue, or a revitalized Magnolia corridor or Washington Pike, to name just a few places. There is pride of place amidst great neighborhoods and good people all over this northeast marketplace. The Northeast Economic Summit is building steam toward a late-September or early-October launch. The date is not set yet, but the

goal is to get neighborhoods and businesses interacting directly. We are still doing our homework, of course. Facts matter. We have been gathering data like traffic counts, population size, age and income with help from the Metropolitan Planning Commission and other data from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, business and professional organizations and even the Knoxville Police Department to provide the real skinny on crime – facts, not just the cloud of misperception. But make no mistake, your neighborhood’s participation is essential. The initial survey results and your direct comments in person will help us express our wants and needs to the business community and help create opportunities for our area. So, while MPC is compiling demographic info and maps, TDOT posting traf-

do, an in-your-face style.� He speaks of passion and toughness and disruptive dominance. He says Vol pass defenders will challenge every route. So it was when Shoop coached at Vanderbilt for three seasons. I took another look at the video. There was one Dooley win in overtime followed by one lopsided loss and the infamous kneel-down to avoid additional embarrassment for the orange team. Jones suffered a setback in his first try. I turned off the horror show with the thought that if Shoop could do that with Commodores, he might help win the world with Volunteers. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

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fic counts, KPD analyzing actual crime stats and the Knoxville Chamber and the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center soliciting the business or “supply-side� participants, we need your help. You represent the “demand side� in economic terms. You bring the customer base that we are asking businesses to listen to and to find ways to better serve. Your homework: We are asking neighborhood leaders to each draft a short paper or story line about their own neighbor-

hood (history, people, business wants and needs – in short, what a great place it is to live in and hopefully shop in, and to list followup contacts). That “people story� will be shared at the summit. It can help businesses learn more about us, to advance beyond misperceptions or stereotypes and provide a takeaway with follow-up contact information. Let’s wake up those sleepy businesses. To borrow that ’60s song: “To know, know, know us, is to love, love, love us, and they will ... and they will ...�

Dollar General land changes hands Developers of Dollar General at 5845 Washington Pike have sold the property, leading to an interesting email exchange. JMB Investment Co. bought the land (about two acres) for $189,900 on July 30, 2015. The land with a building was conveyed to Shabu Inc. of Colorado for

$1.375 million on May 9. Ronnie Collins of the area neighborhood association wrote: “They wouldn’t spend $30,000 to make the neighborhood happy because it would cut into their profits. ... And developers can’t seem to understand why neighborhood associations don’t trust them.�

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Reasons for Martin Daniel’s win

State Rep. Martin Daniel surprised most observers with his strong win for renomination in the GOP primary last week. He more than doubled his victory margin from two years ago. Despite misMartin Daniel steps over the past four months which generated countless stories, he prevailed. Why? First, his major opponent, former state Rep. Steve Hall, whom he had ousted in 2014, was back again, and few people wanted him back. Hall had little electoral appeal. Second, the next major opponent, James Corcoran, came on strong toward the end of the campaign but lacked funding early on to advertise his candidacy. Had the small but wealthy group backing Hall placed their money on Corcoran instead, he might have pulled it off. Corcoran made a favorable impression. He was calm and reasonable. He was weakened by only pushing one issue, and his political instincts were not targeted. Third, Daniel was the only candidate with an effective ground game. He was out going door to door for two months in the worst heat of the summer. Hall was not able to do this, and Corcoran was tied down

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with his law practice. Daniel also had phone banks and human waves at major traffic intersections, which Mayor Rogero used to do. Fourth, many people liked Daniel challenging UT on repealing the Lady Vols name, the silliness of the UT diversity office on gender pronouns and Christmas plus expensive settlements on Title IX lawsuits exceeding $5 million. While the UT establishment hated Daniel for it, the rank and fi le alumni and community outnumbered the top folks. Fifth, Daniel was willing to self-fund much of his campaigns both this year and in 2014. He still faces Democratic opponent Brandi Price in November. Expect to see Daniel more targeted in the next two years and less distracted by side issues. He will be more careful in what he says and does. Corcoran did well too and has a political future if he wants it. He is already being mentioned as a candidate to replace Brenda Palmer on City Council next year as she is term-limited. Hall, who was once mentioned for council, is now damaged, and Ivan Harmon will not

run as it means him forgoing a sizeable city pension if he serves on City Council. Corcoran made a positive name for himself. â– Both County Commissioner-elect Hugh Nystrom and his Democratic opponent Marleen Davis carried their home precincts. Nystrom won Deane Hill Rec Center 421 to 160 for Davis, while Davis beat Nystrom in Sequoyah by 323 to 291 in unofficial returns. Nystrom won overall with a significant 58 percent of the vote in his West Knoxville district. Davis is already being mentioned as a City Council candidate next year to replace termlimited Duane Grieve, but she would not have the field to herself if she runs. â– Primary returns show the next close contest in Knox County will be between former state Rep. Gloria Johnson and incumbent state Rep. Eddie Smith. Johnson outpolled Smith 1,638 to 1,423 in the entire district. She beat Smith in traditionally GOP-leaning Sequoyah 281 to 258 as well as at Bearden Elementary, 145-83. Johnson, even unopposed, worked the primary with yard signs and personal activities. Smith was not active in the primary and the results show it. Expect local Democrats, led by Mayor Rogero, to go all out to beat Smith this fall. Johnson is helped by having Trump leading the GOP

ticket in this closely-divided district. Gov. Bill Haslam’s PAC has given $6,000 to Smith and it will be interesting to see if the governor, who is popular in the district, campaigns personally for Smith this fall. ■Doug Harris, Knox County school board chair, departs the school board in two weeks, and a month later departs Knoxville for a five-month around-theworld personal trip with his wife, Carla, visiting 25 countries. This is a trip Harris has planned for months and will truly be a fascinating time. He will have a blog where friends and interested persons can follow his travels. He will be in demand to show slides upon his return. ■State Sen. Richard Briggs, who likes to sail, spent the month after the legislative session sailing in the north Atlantic, from Shetlands and Orkney Islands in Scotland to the very north of Norway where it borders Russia. He is back home now. ■The new Public Works complex for the city of Knoxville is ready for occupancy and will have tenants on or after Aug. 15 as part of engineering and public works departments moves into the building off Middlebrook Pike next to the old facilities on Lorraine Street. This new, up-to-date building is needed and a nice addition to the city inventory. A formal opening has not been announced.

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Look no further than last week when state Rep. Roger Kane visited the school board workshop at the request of board member Amber Rountree. Kane was there to defend recent legislation that requires 45 minutes per week of unstructured physical activity – formerly called recess, Kane said. Rountree had forwarded to Kane a memo from the state Department of Education on ways to implement the new law – instructions that Kane said were ways to evade the spirit of the law. “The memo includes teacher-structured activities.� Superintendent Buzz Thomas punted to Dr. Elizabeth Alves who said, “We’ve left discretion with elementary principals� in scheduling.

Awed to be part of history

Linda Maccabe had been easing her way into local politics by volunteering at Democratic Party headquarters when she saw a newspaper notice about an informational meeting for aspiring delegates to the Democratic National Convention. She went out of curiosity and learned that there was a caucus in March to certify voters. “I was very curious about the process. How does it actually work? So I submitted my name and asked people to vote for me,� she said. Two Bernie Sanders supporters, two Hillary Clinton supporters and one alternate would be chosen. Maccabe signed up for Clinton. The field was crowded. “I started calling people and asking them to vote for me, but I quickly noticed that I was splitting people apart,� she said, so she made a decision to run for a seat as an alternate, which meant she could go to the convention but wouldn’t be on the floor to vote. “I was fine with that, and life went on,� she said. Then, on a weekend in June, she was buying groceries for out-of-town guests when her cell phone rang. A voting delegate’s slot had come open, and she was one of two eligible contenders for the upgrade. That took a moment to sink in. “I got around the corner Melissa Massie added: who can make decisions in and said, ‘Did she say “We’ve made suggestions� the best interest of the chil- there’s going to be an elecfor implementation. dren they care for and then tion? Tomorrow?’� Then came an email Thomas then said: “We’re not trust them to do it. ...� having to figure it out in difShe basically chastised from veteran politico Sylvia ferent contexts.� He asked legislators for passing bills Woods: “If you want to be the Massie and Alves for a re- without knowing their import on implementation. pact. She asked Kane to find delegate, you’re going to After lengthy discussion, best practices and bring have to politic for it.� Maccabe followed Carson, a pediatric nurse, them back as suggestions. weighed in. It was vintage Karen Car- Woods’ instructions to the “I like the idea, but it’s a son; a swan song that hit ev- letter. “I called all the East Tenset up for failure to mandate ery note. that people do anything. Doug Harris and Tracie nessee delegates and told “We can’t preach that Sanger also are leaving the them there was going to be a vote. I told them what teachers are professionals BOE. time to be on the phone, and then I got on the computer and sent an email to all the delegates in Tennessee, telling them who I was and what I’d done.� The city of Knoxville Parks and Recreation DepartWoods followed up with ment is now accepting applications for its challenge an email to the delegates, grant program, which offers grants to nonprofit projand the next day Maccabe ects associated with public parks or recreation faciliwon the voice vote via ties within the city limits. conference call. She had The grants are available this year to certain comto scramble to send in her munity groups, homeowner associations, schools, credentials, and it wasn’t Scout troops and other organizations. Recipients will until she got the pass saybe reimbursed 50 percent of the cost of a single projing “Floor Delegate� that ect, up to $2,500. reality hit. The application deadline is Friday, Sept. 16, and “I got a little teary,� she winners will be announced by late October. All project said. work must be completed by April 28, 2017. Info: knoxThe first day of the villetn.gov/grants or 865-215-4311. convention, she was awed to be within arm’s length of

Salute to Karen Carson After 12 years, Karen Carson is leaving the school board. Her family and her district should be proud of her service. I’m not sure how she would define her legacy, but three things stand out to me. She successfully advocated for a non-voting student representative on the BOE. That has worked well; each one seems Karen Carson s t r o n g e r and all have contributed to the debate. Carson challenged the conventional wisdom that “everything goes to West Knoxville.� She consistently advocated for her district, where overcrowding is a problem that cannot be fi xed – the kids are outpacing school construction. And she advocated for teachers for 12 years, even if the latest insurgency doesn’t recognize it. That’s my perception based on her own record and words.

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celebrities and newsmakers she’d seen only on TV. That sensation wore off pretty fast. “By Thursday, I was over it. Once you’ve seen them, it’s ‘Ehhh.’� She’s a civics teacher who talks to her students a lot about responsibilities, and she got a little teary again on Tuesday thinking about why she was there. “We talk a lot about our rights but not so much about responsibilities. We pay our taxes, vote, serve on juries and do community service – we do so little, and we get so much.� The speaker who impressed her most was President Obama, whom she considers a peerless orator, but in the end, nothing compared to the moment when Clinton accepted the nomination. A reporter from Arizona Public Radio came by and interviewed her, and she talked about her young great-nieces. “It is so important for them to know we have reached the point that women now have another option open to them, and they won’t even know the struggles we went through for this to happen. “So this is for Ava, Isolde, Emma, Kyla and Brooke,� she said. “I want them to know that women can now be a part of all the conversations in our country.�

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cross currents Lynn Pitts, lpitts48@yahoo.com

Another perspective

A large team from Central UMC helped out with good food at Fulton High School’s recent Falcon Frenzy. Part of the crew is shown here. In back row are Bob Gant, Kathy Gant, Becky Hutton, Melynda Whetsel, Alan Cheatham, Jabette Carlson and Tim Gangaware. In front are Ann Sartwell and Melanie Gangaware. Photo submitted

Central UMC whips up a meal for Falcon Frenzy By Carol Z. Shane The Rev. Jimmy Sherrod arrived at Central United Methodist Church from Powell UMC in 2014, ready to serve a new church and community. He decided to drop in on his friend Brooke Hartmann, who at the time was one of the assistant principals at Fulton High School, for some ideas. “What do you want to do?” Hartmann remembers asking. Sherrod replied, “It’s not about what we want to do. It’s about ‘what do you need us to do?’” Hartmann, now director of discipleship and recovery at Powell UMC, realized that, instead of trying to create a niche for Central UMC at Fulton, Sherrod wanted to know what already-existing niche needed

SENIOR NOTES ■ Carter Senior Center 9040 Asheville Highway 932-2939 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Offerings include: card games; exercise programs; arts and crafts; movie matinee Fridays; Senior Meals, noon Wednesdays. Register for: Edward Jones Lunch and Learn: “Outsmart the Scammers,” 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10. Lunch Bunch: Puleo’s, noon Monday, Aug. 22. AARP Safe Driving class, noon-4 p.m. ThursdayFriday, Aug. 25-26. ■ Corryton Senior Center 9331 Davis Drive 688-5882 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday Hours vary Offerings include: exercise classes; cross-stitch, card games; dominoes, crochet, quilting, billiards; Senior Meals program, 11 a.m. each Friday. Register for:Main Munch Potluck: hot dogs and fixin’s, 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 18. Ice Cream Social, noon Friday, Aug. 19; RSVP by Monday, Aug. 15. ■ Larry Cox Senior Center 3109 Ocoee Trail 546-1700 Monday-Friday Hours vary

help. “That was a really big thing,” she says. It was the beginning of a great partnership between Fulton High and Central UMC. Sherrod started out by hosting a lunch for FHS teachers late that July. Since then, CUMC has provided not only food but space in their facility for FHS training sessions and other events. For the last two years they’ve hosted the school’s Baccalaureate service. “When you’re in a true partnership, there’s cooperation. There’s mutuality,” says Sherrod. He and his team work with a small group of FHS students to shape the event. It’s very much a teen-led project, with the kids choosing the speakers, music and menu. Ara Rickman, director of community relations for FHS, says that CUMC is “an incredible partner for us. They are always at the call –

Morning Pointe of Clinton welcomes local artist Ouita Northcutt each month as she leads art classes for its residents. Northcutt brings handdrawn pictures the residents can re-create and paint themselves. “The more time you spend painting, the better you’ll get,” she says. As part of its Life Enrichment Program, Morning Pointe invites artists to share their work, offering residents a creative outlet through a variety of genres. Northcutt’s art has been displayed in museums nationwide.

whatever we need, they are always there for us.” On a recent Tuesday, CUMC provided hot dogs for the folks at the annual Falcon Frenzy, the high school’s orientation day, when incoming freshmen arrive on campus and all students receive their schedules for fall classes. “We fed the families,” says CUMC administrative secretary Ashley Garren. Sherrod says “there are a lot of people in this church who graduated from Fulton, and who taught at Fulton. There are 25 to 30 retired educators. One of the best ways we can be invested in our community is through our schools.” CUMC members are also looking at ways to reach, encourage, and mentor FHS students who may feel a call toward the ministry. “We want to invest in this school and we want this to be a long-term relationship,” says Sherrod. “We are led

to love God and to love our neighbors. We’re here for the long haul.”

FAITH NOTES ■ First Comforter Church, 5516 Old Tazewell Pike, hosts MAPS (Mothers At Prayer Service) noon each Friday. Info: Edna Hensley, 771-7788.

HEALTH NOTES ■ Asa’s EB awareness 5K walk/run, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Aug. 13, Victor Ashe Park, 4901 Bradshaw Road. All proceeds go to Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association (Debra) of America, the only national nonprofit organization that funds research and helps EB families. Registration: debra.convio.net/site/ TR?fr_id=1140&pg=entry. ■ PK Hope Is Alive Parkinson Support Group of East Tennessee meeting, 11:30 a.m.-

Local artist Ouita Northcutt teaches a monthly art class at Morning Pointe of Clinton. Photo submitted

Car help with CarFit volunteers An educational program to help cars and drivers work better together will be held by trained CarFit volunteers 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, at Karns Senior Center on 8042 Oak Ridge Highway. This event is by appointment only. CarFit was created by the American Society of Aging and developed in collaboration with AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

During your appointment, CarFit volunteers will ask a few simple questions and complete a 13-point checklist with you and your vehicle. The process takes about 20 minutes and you will leave with recommended car adjustments and a list of resources in the area to help keep you safe on the road. To schedule an appointment, call Stephanie Milani, 862-9252 or email smilani@aaasouth.com.

Karns Seniors celebrate one year

Offerings include: Card games, billiards, senior fitness, computer classes, bingo, blood pressure checks 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. Register for: Harrah’s trip, 7:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15; info: Frankie Hicks, 5251475. Galaxy/Android Phone or Tablet class, 10 a.m.-noon Monday-Tuesday, Aug. 15-16; cost: $25. Pinterest/ Instagram/Twitter class, 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Aug. 17; cost: $15.

Our country is much like the elephant in Saxe’s poem. Saxe described each of the six blind men touching a different part of the elephant and leaving with a totally different impression of what an elephant was like. One touched the broad side of the great beast and declared, “The Elephant is very like a wall!” The second took hold of the tusk and deduced that “this … Elephant is very like a spear!” The third blind man happened to take the trunk into his hand, saying, “I see … the Elephant is very like a snake!” The fourth found a knee and decided, “’Tis clear enough the Elephant is very like a tree.” The fifth declared, “This … Elephant is very like a fan,” having found the great ear. The sixth blind man seized on the elephant’s tail and was certain that “the Elephant is very like a rope!” If a foreigner came to America and went only to Florida, he would assume that America is a tropical country. If he went only to Alaska in winter, he would believe America is a vast deep freeze. If he saw only Kansas, he would think the U.S. is flat. If he went to the Rocky Mountains, he would think he had landed in Switzerland! Such is the variety of this great land!

1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, Kern UMC, 451 East Tennessee Ave., Oak Ridge. Speakers: Dr. David Isaacs and Dr. Hong Yu from Vande rbilt University Medical Center. Info: Alan Zimmerman, 693-5721; pkhopeisalive.org. ■ “Keeping You in Motion” seminar, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 25, Turkey Creek Medical Center, 11820 Parkside Drive. Free. Health care panel will discuss the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of common orthopedic issues. Registration required by Monday, Aug. 22. Info/ registration: 1-855-TENNOVA (836-6682) or Tennova.com.

North Side YMCA healthy living executive Vickey Beard chats with senior adults at the Halls Senior Center. Photo by Ruth White

Offerings include: exercise programs; bingo; arts and crafts classes. ■ John T. O’Connor Senior Center 611 Winona St. 523-1135 knoxseniors.org/oconnor. html Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

I will lead the blind by a road they do not know, by paths they have not known I will guide them. I will turn the darkness before them into light, the rough places into level ground. (Isaiah 42: 16 NRSV) So oft in theologic wars, The disputants, I ween, Rail on in utter ignorance Of what each other mean, And prate about an elephant Not one of them has seen! (“The Blind Men and the Elephant,” John Godfrey Saxe)

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Barb Naessig had planned to have her photo taken with her dish of Darly’s Pineapple Delight, but it was devoured before she could get to it. Her sister, Darly, shares recipes with her “only when it is something good,” says Naessig.

The kitchen was hoppin’ during Karns Senior Center’s one-year anniversary Aug. 2. Hot dogs were provided and grilled in the outdoor kitchen by the staff of Independent Insurance Consultants. Karns Senior Center is the only senior facility in Knox County with an outdoor kitchen, and it is a hot spot during social events. RSVPs were requested, and everyone was encouraged

Getting active, getting healthy Vickey Beard stopped by the Halls Senior Center and talked with senior adults about getting healthy through movement and activity. Beard teaches Move Well Today, a diabetes and exercise program at the NorthSide YMCA in Halls. The newest exercise program, designed to help manage diabetes and track levels of HbA1c and fitness parameters, began last week at the center and will last for 12 weeks, meeting twice a week. Info: Jennifer Massengill, jmassengill@ymca knoxville.org or 922-9622.

to bring a dish. Barb Naessig made Darly’s Pineapple Delight, a famous recipe created by her sister. The treat was devoured within the first 15 minutes of the cookout. “I’ve made it for a few years now. We do ask each other for recipes, but only if it’s for something good,” said Naessig of sharing her sister’s love of cooking. Homemade ice cream was served after lunch, compliments of Don and Sue Reagan

Other programs offered at the Y include Diabetes Prevention, a 12-month lifestyle modification program for individuals diagnosed as pre-diabetic; Sharp as a Tack, the Y’s Alzheimer’s and dementia pilot program offering an exercise regimen focusing on balance and coordination, cognitive and cardiovascular improvement; Pedaling 4 Parkinson’s, a cycling class specifically for those diagnosed with the disease; and a blood pressure and self-monitoring program. Contact Beard for more info at vbeard@ ymcaknoxville.org.

and the Karns Community Club. Karns Senior Center coordinator Darrell Gooding said a few words prior to everyone loading their plates at the buffet line. A popular group he recommended for newcomers is the walking club that meets daily at 8 a.m. Karns Senior Center is at 8042 Oak Ridge Highway. Hours are 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Info: 951-2653.

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Whoa! School started! By Kip Oswald Back to school is not a practical joke by parents! For another 180 days, there is no more sleeping late, no more just doing nothing! Everyone Kip Oswald in our family makes this earth-shattering event a little bit easier. Mom and Auntie cook our favorite foods the week before! Keshawn, our family comedian (which is probably why he gets in trouble at school sometimes) is always telling us back-to-school jokes. Here are a few to share with your family this week: Parent: How did you find school today? Kid: I simply hopped off the bus – and there it was. Mom: What did you learn today? Kid: Not enough. I have to go back tomorrow. Student: “Would you punish me for something I didn’t do?� Teacher: “Of course not.� Student: “Good, because

The bugs of summer

People, tarantulas and 100 Monarch butterflies were on hand July 30 at a butterfly festival held in I haven’t done my home- celebration of the 51st anniversary of the University work.� of Tennessee Arboretum Teacher: “I wished you Society. would pay a little attention.� Student: “I’m paying as little as I can!� Kinzy, our research expert, found us a few cool school facts. ■Where is the largest school in the USA? Brooklyn Technical High School in Brooklyn, N.Y., has 8,076 students. ■Where is the smallest school in the USA? Sixteen states have a school with one student and one teacher. ■What was school lunch like back at the beginning? In 1917, a lunch had a hot dish, bread and choice of sweet dishes with milk available for a nickel. ■What place uses the most snow days? Owsley, Ky., uses 30-45 a year, but students don’t make up days because they do virtual school with computers and internet provided by the school district. ■How many states start school after Labor Day? At least seven states start after Labor Day. Please send your back-to-school stories to oswaldsworldtn@gmail.com

The Best in the World

Sara Barrett Festivities took place at the new, air-conditioned UT Arboretum Auditorium at 901 S. Illinois Ave. in Oak Ridge. Special guests included keynote speaker and “Butterflies of Tennessee� author Rita Venable, local wildflower enthusiast Kris Light and others. Local plant vendors and artists sold homegrown and handmade goods, and there were many activities for kids of all ages, but perhaps the most popular feature was the UT Insect Zoo manned by UT professor of entomology Dr. Jerome Grant. “I wouldn’t pat this guy too hard, he can jump 10 feet,� said Grant of a tarantula he held and encouraged folks to touch, hold and even wear. UT biology major Brianna Alred introduced passersby to a Madagascar hissing cockroach but said the

A freshly released Monarch butterfly drinks Gatorade from a cotton ball before flying away. Photos by S. Barrett

Rachel Sheldon and Jon Hill check out a plant at a vendor booth.

UT sophomore Brianna Alred introduces passersby to her social friend, a Madagascar hissing cockroach.

Written by Marc Talbert and Illustrated by Betsy James

CHAPTER FIVE: STORY SO FAR: Nick and Jazz are attacked by a little mutt that has escaped from a car. Nick froze. The dog charging them was small, but angry. A shocked “Hey!� shot from Nick’s mouth as Jazz jumped from the bench, reaching

tarantulas are always the biggest draw. The rock star of the moment, however, was the Monarch butterfly. For a small donation, festivalgoers received a living Monarch butterfly in a small envelope and a cup filled with a Gatorade-soaked cotton ball. At the end of the festival, all 100 butterflies were released simultaneously, and the cotton balls were offered to them in case they needed a pick-me-up before taking flight. Cosponsored by the UT Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center, the butterfly festival is one of many programs being held this year as part of the anniversary celebration. The arboretum includes a 250-acre research and education area that is open to the public. It is recognized as an official Wildlife Observation Area and part of the National Watchable Wildlife Program by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, according to its website. The new auditorium is about one-half mile off the main road, so visitors can enjoy nature, well, naturally. Info: 865-483-3571 or utarboretumsociety.org

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into the pocket of her jeans. The dog stopped when Jazz hit the ground, and seemed to swallow a bark, almost choking. It leaned back, almost sitting. “Jazz, are you nuts?� Nick cried. At the sound of Nick’s voice, the dog

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Nick held out the dollar. “We’ll be back ... maybe.� The man waved the dollar away, hugging his dog. “You saved Boomer. But I could use a laugh. Hurry back if you can. I’m on the rinse cycle.� Nick wondered what was going on, as he and Jazz trotted toward Clay. His gut felt like a knot of worms. Mr. Jerry was wearing a bloodstained apron from the meat counter and he didn’t look happy. “You friends of his?� Mr. Jerry put a hand on Clay’s shoulder. Nick nodded. “Look, son. I don’t allow people to beg off my customers. It’s bad for business. But your friend here says you’re raising money to help feed the homeless. That true?� Nick looked from Mr. Jerry to Clay, whose large eyes were pleading for help. Had Clay really said that? Nick tried to picture Clay giving away money. The image that flashed in his mind was so funny, he smiled. But raising money for the homeless wasn’t a bad idea. In fact, it was a great idea — even if it wasn’t Clay’s— maybe even especially because it wasn’t Clay’s. “Yep,� he said, avoiding Clay’s face. “We’re trying for a record, to see how much money we can make today. For the homeless.� Mr. Jerry patted Clay’s shoulder. Clay’s head nodded, as if agreeing with Nick. “That’s what your buddy says. I just had to make sure I wasn’t being conned. You know.� Nick glanced at Clay, who looked as if he were going to be sick. Mr. Jerry smiled. “I’ll match you dollar for dollar. And, you know what I’m going to do? Call the newspaper. Tell them what you’re doing, why people should help young folks help the homeless. Ask them to send over a photographer and a reporter. “So here’s the deal. I’m helping you, but I want you to do something for me. It’s a back-scratching thing. When somebody makes a donation, offer to take their groceries to their car.� Looking beyond Clay, he said, “Here’s your first customer.� He turned and called, “Ma’am? Let this boy help you, and please consider helping the homeless.� Nick and Clay gasped. Mr. Jerry was beckoning Clay’s mother. And grandmother. (To be continued)

Text copyright Š 2012 Avi. Illustrations copyright Š 2012 Timothy Bush. Reprinted by permission of Breakfast Serials, Inc., www.breakfastserials.com. No part of this publication may be reproduced, displayed, used or distributed without the express written permission of the copyright holder.

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Million Dollar Dinner Something very special is happening on Nov. 19, something that has never happened in the history of Rotary District 6780. Knoxville Rotarians from our seven clubs will join Rotarians from the district’s other 58 clubs for the first-ever “Million Dollar Dinner.� In one evening the district will raise $1 million for The Rotary Foundation. The stars did align for this. This year is the 100th anniversary of The Rotary Foundation. The president of Rotary International this year is John Germ of Chattanooga, a former district governor of 6780. The current district governor is Fred Heitman, a son-in-law of the late William T. “Bill� Sergeant, who was known around the world for his work on eradicating polio and was called “Mr. Rotary� wherever he went. His statue stands proudly in Krutch Park. The Million Dollar VIP Dinner will honor Rotarians from the district who donate or make pledges of $10,000 or more to reach the $1 million goal. “The wheels are in motion to pull off what plans to be a special night, and the response thus far from many of our Rotarians has been tremendous,� says past district Gov. Frank Rothermel, the event’s committee chair. The evening’s featured guests will include Germ and the keynote speaker of the event, Ian H.S. Riseley of the Rotary Club of Sandringham, Victoria, Australia, who is president-elect of Rotary International and will be president in 2017-18.

Where will the event take place? “It will be in either Knoxville or Chattanooga, and it will be based on how much the Rotarians in both areas raise,â€? Rothermel explained. “The one with the most will host the dinner.â€? â–

Honoring Stan Brock

The Rotary Club of Bearden recently presented its prestigious “Service Above Selfâ€? award to humanitarian Stan Brock. Brock, a Britishborn philanthropist, was first known for his TV work on “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom.â€? In 1985 he founded Remote Area Medical (RAM), a nonprofit organization with headquarters in Rockford that addresses the needless pain and suffering caused by the lack of health care in impoverished, underserved and isolated areas. A welldeserved award to a special chap! â–

Sprucing up Bluegrass

The members of the Knoxville Breakfast Rotary Club, along with the staff, students and parents of Bluegrass Elementary School, spent Saturday, July 30, mowing, mulching, pulling weeds and otherwise giving the school a thorough sprucing up just in time for fall classes to begin. Ten club members, 17 teachers, staff members, parents and children worked alongside school principal Jamie Cantrill and Rotary District 6780 Gov. Fred Heitman.

Midsummer property sales promising By Sherry Witt

After a strong beginning to summer, local real estate and lending markets c ont i nued to produce promising results in July. There Sherry Witt were 1,196 property transfers recorded in Knox County. While that number fell short of June’s near-record total of 1,340 sales, it was still a very good result for the middle month of summer. The aggregate value of property sold in July was just over $266 million – nearly $20 million ahead of last July’s pace, when approximately $247 million worth of real estate changed hands. Thus far, real estate sales in 2016 have outperformed the 2015 market by

about $100 million. July’s mortgage lending data was also healthy as $354.4 million was loaned against real estate in Knox County, compared to around $307 million in July 2015. Mortgage lending and refinancing in 2016 is running about $53 million above last year’s levels. The largest sale of real estate recorded in the county during July was the transfer of student housing developments in the Fort Sanders area. The property was purchased by M&A Hive Knoxville LLC for $12.75 million. Mortgage loans were led by $18 million, financing the office complex off Keller Bend known as Lakeside Centre. With one more full month of summer left, the local real estate market appears poised to make a strong showing as the somewhat slower pace of fall approaches.

BIZ NOTES â– North Knoxville Business & Professional meeting, 7:45 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12, Emerald Academy, 220 Carrick St. Attendees are asked to park at Children of God Ministries, 309 Deaderick Ave.

Dr. Eskew

■Dr. Jason Eskew, a resident of West Knoxville, has joined Summit Medical Group as a family medicine physician with Summit Medical Group of Oak Ridge. Eskew earned a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Tennessee in 2007 and a degree in osteopathic medicine from Lincoln Memorial

University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He recently completed the Family Medicine Residency Program at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Fla. Info: 865-483-3172. â– SouthEast Bank and state Rep. Jason Zachary hosted 11 middle and high school students last week as they participated in the SouthEast Bank Financial Scholars programs, a web-based financial education course designed to provide students with the critical skills needed to make sound financial decisions. South-

East Bank has partnered with education technology company EverFi Inc. to bring this program to over 50 schools across East Tennessee. â– Gary Ferguson, owner of Volunteer Buildings and Structures, has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer. Located at 6106 Clinton Highway, the company offers U-Haul trucks, trailers, towing equipment and support rental items. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Info: 865-693-2506.

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 10 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

THURSDAY, AUG. 11 “Abundant Color� luncheon sponsored by the Knoxville Christian Women’s Connection, 10:45 a.m., Buddy’s Bearden Banquet Hall, 5806 Kingston Pike. Speaker: Susan DeVos from McCormick, S.C. Topic: “Color Me Changed.� Cost: $12 inclusive. Complimentary child care by reservation only. Info/ reservation: 315-8182 or knoxvillechristianwomen@ gmail.com. Greenway Corridor Project public meeting, 5:30 p.m., John T. O’Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona St. Ross/Fowler landscape architects will present its findings, and city officials will discuss the comprehensive greenways build-out plan. Info: Eric Vreeland, 215-3480. “Grow a Rainbow: How to Cultivate Irises in East Tennessee,� 3:15-4:15 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Free presentation by master gardener Christine Jessel. Info: 329-8892. Halls Book Club: “Z: a novel of Zelda Fitzgerald,� 1 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. The Heiskell Seniors monthly luncheon, The Community Center, 1708 W. Emory Road. Speaker: author Dwaine Speaks; topic: his new book. Books will be available for purchase. Bring a dessert and a friend. Info: Janice White, 548-0326. Homeschoolers @ the Library: Kids in Action - Healthy Living and Healthy Exercise, 2 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Presented by the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge. Registration required. Info/registration: 922-2552. Living with Diabetes: Putting the Pieces Together, 2-4:30 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, AUG. 11-12 Rummage sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Rutherford Memorial UMC, 7815 Corryton Road in Corryton.

FRIDAY, AUG. 12 Medic blood drive, noon-6 p.m., Old Navy, 5445 Washington Pike. Donors receive a free Medic T-shirt and coupons for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich and a Texas Roadhouse appetizer.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, AUG. 12-13 Church rummage sale, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Beulah Baptist Church Fellowship Building, 1138 Raccoon Valley Road, Maynardville. Proceeds to benefit pastor Larry Cooper, who has cancer. Spaghetti, pinto beans, hot dogs and baked goods will also be available for purchase.

SATURDAY, AUG. 13 An Evening of Hope, 7 p.m., Morristown-Hamblen High School West, One Trojan Trail, Morristown. Performers include: The Young Fables, Natalia Taylar. Proceeds will benefit Helen Ross McNabb Center’s services provided in Hamblen County and the Lakeway region. Tickets: $12. Info/tickets: mcnabbcenter.org/ AnEveningOfHope2016; Jennifer Boyle, 329-9120 or jennifer.boyle@mcnabb.org. Free device workshop, 9-10 a.m., U.S. Cellular, 4873 N. Broadway. Do not have to be U.S. Cellular

customer to attend. Info: 862-3969. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org.

Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org. Paddles Demo Day, 9 a.m., Hickory Star Marina, 1360 Hickory Star Road, Maynardville. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038.

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Medic blood drive, noon-6 p.m., Petro’s Chili & Chips, 631 E. Emory Road. Donors will receive a free Petro; coupons for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich and a Texas Roadhouse appetizer; and a free Medic T-shirt. Monday Night Book Club: “A Man Called Ove,� 6-8 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681.

Vintage baseball, noon, 2:30 and 4 p.m., Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Games and parking free; concessions available. Bring lawn chair or blanket for seating. Info: ramseyhouse.org.

TUESDAY, AUG. 16

Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv troop, 8 p.m., Scruffy City Hall, Market Square. Free admission.

Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv troop, 8 p.m., Scruffy City Hall, Market Square. Free admission. LEGO Build with Robin Marsh of the Tennessee Valley Fair, 4-5 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552.

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TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY, AUG. 16-17 AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., Larry Cox Senior Center, 3109 Ocoee Trail. Info/registration: 382-5822.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

THURSDAY, AUG. 18 Burlington Game Night, 5:30-8 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info: 525-5431. Family Pajama Storytime, 6:30 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org.

FRIDAY, AUG. 19 Application deadline for Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) 2016 Fall Citizens’ Trooper Academy, to be held 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, THP Knoxville District Headquarters, 7601 Kingston Pike. Classes are once a week for 10 weeks. Applications: TN.Gov/safety or email.safety@tn.gov. Info: Sergeant Bill Fitzgerald, 615-743-3907; or Colleen Curtis, 615-500-0420 or Colleen.Curtis@me.com. Bluegrass at Big Ridge, 4:30 p.m., 1015 Big Ridge Park Road, Maynardville. Bring chair and picnic. Info: Sara Nicely, 992-5523. Medic blood drive, noon-6 p.m., Rusty Wallace Honda, 109 Callahan Drive. Donors receive a free Medic T-shirt and coupons for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich and a Texas Roadhouse appetizer. Meet the Artist: Lela E. Buis, 5:30-8 p.m., Knoxville Arts & Fine Crafts Center, 1127B Broadway. Buis’ exhibit, “Whimsical Creatures,� will be on display through Oct. 31. Info: 523-1401.

Access-Life Expo for individuals and families living with disabilities, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Cherokee Dam Park, 2805 N. Highway 92, Jefferson City. Free; preregistration requested. Info/registration: access-life. org or Matt, 352-455-9926. Free device workshop, 9-10 a.m., U.S. Cellular, 2736 Schaad Road. Do not have to be U.S. Cellular customer to attend. Info: 938-2363. Free Family Fun Day at the KMA, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park. Includes: art-making stations, artist demonstrations, face painting, glass blowing, a magic show, gallery tours and live music. Info: 934-2034 or knoxart.org. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee.

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THURSDAY, AUG. 25 Robotics @ the Library, 5 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Teens ages 12-15. Info/ registration: Nicole Barajas, nbarajas@knoxlib.org, or 525-5431.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, AUG. 25-26 AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., Halls Senior Center, 4410 Crippen Road. Info/registration: 922-0416. AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., Carter Senior Center, 9040 Asheville Highway. Info/ registration: 382-5822.

SATURDAY, AUG. 27 Fourth Saturday Jam Session, 7 p.m., Old Rush Strong School in Sharps Chapel, Bluegrass, country and gospel music performed by local musicians. Snacks available, donations appreciated. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org. Lego Club, 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. Stargazing Workshop, 9:30 p.m., Marble Springs State Historic Site, 1220 W. Gov. John Sevier Highway. Cost: $1 donation. Includes indoor video/ lecture on Venus and Jupiter and outdoor viewing of the conjunction of the two planets. Info: info@ marblesprings.net or 573-5508. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038. Vintage baseball, noon and 2:30 p.m., Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Games and parking free; concessions available. Bring lawn chair or blanket for seating. Info: ramseyhouse.org.

TUESDAY, AUG. 30 Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv troop, 8 p.m., Scruffy City Hall, Market Square. Free admission.

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 31 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 2 Gallery showing and play performances of The Moving Theatre’s presentation of Chekhov’s “The Boor,� 6-10 p.m., Fluorescent Gallery, 627 N. Central St. Features works by painters Ocean Starr Cline and Robert H. Thompson, costumer Brigid KO, and hair and makeup by LOX salon. Info: MovingTheatreKnoxville@ gmail.com.

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