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BUZZ Coat drive Woodhaven Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens in Powell is having a coat drive through Nov. 1 to help children and adults in the community. First Baptist Powell will distribute the garments in November. Help make a difference by donating new or gently used coats and jackets. Donations will be accepted daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the funeral home, 160 Edgemore Road in Powell. Info: 945-3461.
Kidney transplant Gretchen Hollifield reported Monday that her husband, Junior Hollifield, was recovering after a kidney transplant. We reported last week about Allison King, Gretchen’s fitness coach, donating a kidney to Hollifield. “Both patients are doing well, but are in pain,” Gretchen Hollifield wrote. Both have been discharged from the hospital.
Update on I-75 ramp landscaping A couple of glitches have delayed the bid process for the landscaping and signage project on I-75 at Emory Road. Ten years in the making, the project has endured because of the tenacity of Kim Severance, committee chair. She inherited the project from Lillian Williams, who wrote the original grant. Two “Welcome to Powell” signs will be installed and 100plus trees and shrubs will be planted on the interstate rightof-way. Severance said a check last week with Jim Snowden, deputy director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, turned up the need for letters from KUB and the city, along with a resolution from Knox County Commission. The KUB letter is in hand and the city is drafting theirs, he said. The commission will vote on the resolution in September, and then bids can be sought. Snowden said the worst case is a winter planting. The landscaping is a project of the Powell Business and Professional Association which is funding a 20 percent match.
After Saturday’s loss to Oklahoma, Marvin West says Vols not ready for prime time. Read Marvin West on page A-5
Thanks, coach Sandra Clark recalls Tommy Schumpert’s contributions to Knox County’s parks.
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Keilan Russell cleans the sign prior to launching the go-cart service at Powell Food City. Photo by S. Clark
The idea makes so much sense you wonder why nobody’s thought of it before. Russell said Food City has such service at a store in Bristol and Johnson City, but Powell is the first for Knox County. She hopes to be a
training location for professional recently acquired by Food City. shoppers from other area stores. And she’s mentored Keilan RusPowell manager Terri Gilbert sell, who started work two years is a leader for Food City. She’s re- ago as a cashier and then became cently been in Chattanooga helping the company prepare to reopen a dozen former Bi-Lo stores To page A-3
Law enforcement goes high tech By Sandra Clark Sheriff Jimmy “J.J.” Jones deferred to his chief administrative officer, Lee Tramel, when Sheriff’s Office personnel visited the Powell Business and Professional Association last week. “We can’t do our job without the help of the community,” said Tramel, and Taser body cameras are just the latest initiative. “We’ve had in-car cameras since 1994, and now we have body cams. … This is a game-changer Lee Tramel for the way we process information.” the devices can be worn on an ofTaser is the manufacturer, and ficer’s lapel, glasses or hat. And
although he concedes there may be privacy issues, Tramel wants to make the tapes available to the public. He and Jones favor technology, and many of their innovations have been adopted by adjoining jurisdictions. An example is the crime map, available online. The site provides data on crime calls and officer responses by area, street or household. And there’s even a phone app for crime reports. Just go to knoxsheriff.org and click on the app store. Knox County now stores evidence in the cloud at evidence.
com, Tramel said. “Our detectives use analytics to scope out (crime) patterns. We can get more done by working smarter than by working harder.” The biggest challenge to law enforcement? “Opiates,” said Tramel. “These drugs are mind-altering. They take over your body.” He said 99 percent of local crime is driven by drugs. Of the Sheriff’s $74 million budget, $39 million is spent in corrections, where, Tramel says, “We don’t get any bang for our buck.”
Midway Road revs up; residents fear done deal Last fall, the Development Corporation of Knox County put a bunch of county commissioners on a bus and took them to four of the county’s eight industrial/ business parks – WestBridge, Hardin, Eastbridge and the Pellissippi Corporate Center – but one place they didn’t visit, or even talk about, was Midway Road, the site of an almost 20-year battle between Knox County government and East Knox residents bent on preserving the rural character of their community. So far, the citizens have staved off the business park, but District 8 County Commissioner Dave Wright, who represents the Midway Road area, made a prediction: “Nothing (is happening now) – but it’s going to be something someday, and we’ve got kids graduating every year from Carter and the Career Magnet Academy who’ll be looking for a job. I’d rath-
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By Sandra Clark Powell’s Food City store has been chosen to launch a new program for curbside grocery pick up called “go-cart” by Food City. More locations will be added soon said Powell resident and professional shopper Keilan Russell. Russell, a student at Pellissippi State Community College, will be assisted by three other shoppers – Mona Napier, Ashlyn Hurst and Libby Harrison. Basically, customers will order groceries online and give shoppers a pick up time. “You can place orders days in advance,” said Russell. Earliest pick up is 11 a.m. and the latest pick up is 9 p.m. The only food items excluded are hot meals from the deli, she said. All frozen foods, produce, bakery items, meats and groceries are included. The cost is $4.99, but during an introductory period that fee will be waived. The chief benefit is obvious. Working parents who pick up their kids at daycare don’t have to remove them from the car seat and take them inside to shop for dinner. Just go online, place the order and slide by the “go-cart” area to pick up your groceries with a smile.
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er see them on the Midway Road exit as opposed to Hardin Valley.” Mayor Tim Burchett, who says the county needs to make good on its $10 million investment (now written down to $6.4 million after TVA took a chunk for a transfer station) or divest itself of the property, is making a new push to get community acceptance in the form of a bus tour and a cookout. Two more public meetings organized by the Development Corporation indicate that “someday” has arrived. The meetings are Thursdays, Sept. 17 and Oct. 8, both from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Carter Elementary School cafeteria. Asked on “Tennessee This Week” what’s changed, Burchett said residents of East Knox County trust him after he’s kept his promises on schools and taxes. Elaine Davis, president of the French Broad Preservation Association, said she and other community leaders had been assured
that they would be included on the ground floor of any new planning process, but she was concerned when she learned that plans for Midway got underway four months ago. She said she first learned about it from a media report late last month. “Evidently we are part of some new process, but East Knox County constituents have not been there in the beginning,” she said. “We want to be a part of the process. We are asking for transparency, a seat at the table and to have input on what’s being put into our community.” Wright said he warned his fellow board members to get the neighborhood involved. (He sits on the governing board of the Development Corporation because he was vice chair and now chair of Knox County Commission.) “I was asked at a board meeting why I opposed Midway, and I said, ‘Because I represent those people.’
I told them, ‘If you’re going to do something out there, and do what you did in the past, you’ll come out with the same result.’” Burchett said a KUB proposal to handle wastewater will have safeguards against other developments tying in, and opens up the way to lay a sewer line to Loves Creek or Eastbridge. He said he will work to get community buyin. “We need to grow the tax base. That’s the way you grow an economy – not by taxing people more.” Bill Emmert, whose home is bordered by the proposed business park, worries that it will cut off access to Thorn Grove Cemetery, run cooperatively by three neighborhood churches. “The county’s been doing a lot of quiet work on this thing, but we’re still against it. And we wonder if they’ve told Tim (Burchett) the whole truth, because he’s been with us in the past.”
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Medical student ‘shocked’ by thyroid cancer diagnosis
Medical school, final exams, wedding plans and cancer. This is one year Sarah Nichols will remember for a long time. “I was under a lot of stress, and I let it overwhelm me more times than I care to admit,” Nichols says, “but even in those times, I knew I had to keep going.” Aside from a small scar on her neck, Nichols, 23, bears no obvious signs of thyroid cancer after her successful surgery at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She bears no signs of the stress she’s survived in recent months, either. She only radiates happiness, like a new bride should. The whirlwind had its beginning years ago when Nichols was in high school. Family members noticed what appeared to be a swelling of Nichols’ thyroid. There had been a history of thyroid problems in her family. “So it was always on the radar,” Nichols explains. In 2012, her endocrinologist ordered an ultrasound and a biopsy which confirmed the thyroid was swollen, but there was no cancer present. It was recommended she come back in a year for a checkup. Nodules developed, and the thyroid kept growing. About a year ago, her doctor explained that it may be time to come to terms with what was happening. “He was concerned that it was going to become a perpetual process of checking it, redoing biopsies, and then being worried that it’s going to get to a point where it’s causing issues because of its size,” Nichols says. “He said I could keep doing this every year, for who knows how long, potentially forever, or I could have my thyroid taken out.” Nichols made the decision to see a surgeon. After the holidays, she made an appointment with Troy Kimsey, MD, who specializes in cancer surgery, and surgeries involving the thyroid. Kimsey is also a thyroid cancer survivor. “There will be about 62,500 new cases of thyroid cancer diagnosed this year,” Kimsey says, “and it occurs about three times more often in women than men.” Kimsey says the overall incidence of a thyroid nodule being cancerous is relatively low. “However, the risk is much higher in young patients with a thyroid nodule,” he says, “especially patients younger than 20 years of age.” Kimsey explained the risks and benefits of removing the thyroid. He also let Nichols know she didn’t have to rush into a decision, since the most recent biopsy hadn’t shown cancer, and she wasn’t suffering or in imme-
he tells me it turns out the nodule we were concerned about was fully termed cancer,” Nichols recalls. “I was in shock.” Nichols remembers that the only thing she could say at first was, “Oh.” “That was my little response,” she laughs. “It was almost more funny to me than it was scary, because I was so shocked, and I just couldn’t believe what he was saying.” When it began to sink in, she was grateful she had a surgeon who didn’t send her away to find all the answers on her own. Being a cancer survivor himself, Kimsey was able to talk to Nichols as only a fellow survivor can. Nichols’ final exams were looming by this time, and wedding plans were kicking into high gear. It was not a convenient time to have cancer, even if it was a cancer with a high survival rate. But cancer is no respecter of life, and Nichols knew she had to make some critical decisions. She opted for radioactive ablation, removing all remaining traces of the thyroid, and thereby greatly reducing the risk of another round of cancer. She scheduled it to be performed after finals and before the wedding. A follow-up body scan revealed no evidence of cancer, and she is now free and clear to enjoy life as a newlywed. She will continue to closely monitor her health with the help of her endocrinologist, and her experience has added a new dimension to her calling as a physician. As a medical student, Nichols had an opportunity to “job shadow” Kimsey during this past summer. She already appreciated his skill and compassion as her surgeon. Seeing him with other patients and medical staff in day-to-day work life made her appreSarah Nichols is a medical student at Lincoln Memorial University who faced thyroid ciate him even more. cancer while she was taking exams and planning her wedding. “I knew I had to keep “He reaches out to people, and touches going,” Nichols says. people, and meets them where they are,” Nichols says. “I’m not just saying he was an exceptional doctor to me. I can say that after diate danger. gional Medical Center, and a follow-up visit observing how he treats other patients.” Now that Nichols has her own story of “I wasn’t having any pain or hoarseness was scheduled for seven days later to make or trouble swallowing,” Nichols says. “My di- sure she was healing properly, and to go over survival, she will follow that example as she enters the medical profession in the not-tooagnosis of a goiter didn’t mean it was huge to the pathology report. the point where we were concerned about it Nichols remembers sitting in Kimsey’s distant future. office early in the morning, waiting for what compressing my airway.” “I didn’t wish for the things that have hapNichols thought about the end of the she presumed would be a clean bill of health. pened, but I think your personal experiences school year coming up, and the wedding she Instead, he came into the room, sat down, provide you with insight, and I think that insight can allow you to be a more sympathetic was looking forward to in June. Scheduling and gently explained that she had cancer. the surgery for March would give her time “I had no thought going into this doctor’s doctor,” Nichols says. “Dr. Kimsey was able to fully recover and be ready for the exciting appointment that it was going to be any- to provide that sympathy, understanding, thing other than negative – not even a little and guidance for me. That’s the kind of docdays ahead. Kimsey skillfully and successfully per- bit – almost literally not even a one percent tor I want to be one day.” formed the procedure at Fort Sanders Re- thought that it was going to be anything, and
Surgeon and survivor understanding thyroid cancers Surgical oncologist Troy Kimsey, MD, of Fort Sanders Regional, has a special understanding of Sarah Nichols’ case. That’s because, like Nichols, Kimsey is a thyroid cancer survivor. “I underwent a total thyroidectomy in December, 2012,” Kimsey says. “The overall prognosis for differentiated thyroid cancer is excellent,” Kimsey says, “so my challenge has been not to take the diagnosis too lightly, but also to be grateful it was not a diagnosis with a much worse prognosis.” Kimsey has been undergoing periodic follow-up ultrasounds and labs with no evidence of cancer. “I take too much for granted,” Kimsey
says. “It helps me make the most of today when I realize how easily it can be taken away.” If it seems like more people are having thyroid surgery these days, it’s not your imagination. “Thyroid cancer occurs about Troy Kimsey, three times more often in MD women than men,” Kimsey says. More than 47,000 cases of thyroid cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women this year and more than 15,000 cases in men. “The incidence of thyroid cancer has increased in recent years due to the increased detection of
nodules with more utilized and higher quality thyroid ultrasounds,” Kimsey explains. “However, the death rate from thyroid cancer has remained relatively stable over many years.” “Most thyroid cancers develop in patients with no known risk factors. Nevertheless, some people are at a greater risk than others. Anyone exposed to ionizing radiation, especially in childhood, is at risk of developing thyroid cancer. In addition, anyone who develops a thyroid nodule before the age of 20 has a higher risk of having thyroid cancer. There are also genetic syndromes that lead to an increased incidence of thyroid cancers, so family history plays a significant role.
There are several types of thyroid cancer, but the vast majority are differentiated thyroid cancers, which means they carry cells that are similar to those found in a healthy thyroid. The differentiated cancers are comprised of papillary thyroid cancer and follicular thyroid cancer, and they have a very good prognosis. Other types of thyroid cancer include medullary thyroid cancer, anaplastic thyroid cancer, and thyroid lymphoma. If detected early, the majority of thyroid cancers can be treated successfully.
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‘go-cart’ a front end manager. Russell’s enthusiasm shows. She’s got a special telephone (865-281-1602) with comments coming straight to her. Those comments might be an online customer saying make her bananas ripe, not green, or thump that cantaloupe twice. Russell said frozen items will be kept on dry ice and dairy items will be refrigerated in the go-cart area. Customers don’t need a ValuCard to order, but hav-
Administrator Sabrena Cox stands in front of a hand-painted mural in the hallway of Crossroads Academy. The halls are filled with murals painted by a church member who has since passed away. The faces are of actual children in the church.
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From page A-1 ing one will entitle customers to store discounts. A ValuCard can be ordered online and picked up with groceries at the go-cart area. The professional shoppers will take cash or debit/ credit card for payment at the curb. Russell said online payment may come later. Frequent users will get a “quick cart” online that shows often ordered items. The new Powell store is located at 7350 Clinton Highway. Info: foodcity.com
COMMUNITY NOTES ■ Broadacres Homeowners Association. Info: Steven Goodpaster, generalgoodpaster@gmail.com. ■ Knox North Lions Club meets 1 p.m. each first and third Wednesday, Puleo’s Grille, 110 Cedar Lane. Info: facebook.com/knoxnorthlions.
Parents often look for alternatives to public school when seeking a Christian learning environment for their children. One such option is available in Powell at Little Miracles Learning Center and Daycare and Crossroads Academy.
■ Northwest Democratic Club meets 6 p.m. each first Monday, Austin’s Steak & Homestyle Buffet, 900 Merchant Drive. Info: Nancy Stinnette, 688-2160, or Peggy Emmett, 687-2161. ■ Norwood Homeowners Association. Info: Lynn Redmon, 6883136. ■ Powell Alumni Association banquet is the first Saturday in April. Info: Vivian McFalls, 607-8775. ■ Powell Lions Club meets 7 p.m. each first Thursday, Lions Club Building, 7145 Old Clinton Pike. Info: tnpowelllions@gmail.com.
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Both are located within Crossroads Christ Fellowship Church on Clinton Highway. Sabrena Cox is director of schools at Crossroads Academy. She and husband Greg, a pastor at Crossroads Christ Fellowship, helped start Crossroads Church at the current location. Once the church was well established the couple moved to Virginia to help grow a church there. They felt called to return to Powell and opening the school wasn’t far behind. “My husband grew up at Crossroads in the original location which was called Ridgeview Community Church. There was always a vision to open a school someday,” said Cox. “We built the church on the Clinton Highway site in 2000. We came back to Knoxville in 2012 and the school opened in 2014.”
‘FLU SHOT SATURDAY’ LOCATIONS Free Flu Shot Saturday will be held 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 26, at these schools:
Kindergarten students Jailah Fritts, teacher Salem Daniel, Gracie Hart and Milan Mattie work on greeting cards to take to NHC during the holidays. Photos by Cindy Taylor
■ Austin-East Magnet High School, 2800 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. ■ Carter High School, 210 N. Carter School Road, Strawberry Plains ■ Farragut High School, 11237 Kingston Pike
When asked, Cox, who has a degree in education, was happy to take on the administrative position at Crossroads Academy. The school opened with four kindergarten students. Crossroads Academy is a member of the Tennessee Association of Non-Public Academic Schools. All teachers have teaching degrees. Families can expect a secure, nurturing environment where their child can learn and grow. The Academy uses the Abeka curriculum and provides online access for parents to communicate with teachers, monitor their child’s progress and pay fees. Lunch is available for purchase and the school holds chapel weekly.
The pre-school accepts ages 1-4 and the elementary school goes to second grade. As each grade graduates the school will open the next grade. Classes cap out at 14 students. “We have committed to add a grade as the students progress up,” said Cox. “We currently we have 81 students.” Crossroads Academy fosters a biblical world view where students are instructed to respect authority while growing in a relationship with Jesus Christ. Cox stresses that the academy is not there to compete with public schools and is not a reform school. Cox says the school is there to support the beliefs families already hold. “It is
our desire to see a generation ■ Halls High School, 4321 E. Emory Road of young leaders equipped ■ South-Doyle Middle School, 3900 Decatur Road with truth and knowledge for ■ West High School, 3300 Sutherland Ave. the days ahead.” No-cost influenza vaccinations will be given to ages 4 and older Crossroads Academy is while supplies last. Donations accepted. Proceeds to benefit the at 105 Fellowship Lane in Empty Stocking Fund. Info: 342-6871. Powell. Info: www.ccfnow. org or 945-2830. Contact Cindy Taylor at ctaylorsn@gmail. com
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8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, and will remain on exhibit until Oct. 23. Everyone is welcome to attend the opening reception. Art center hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. It is at 213 Hotel Ave. A handmade book by Bob Meadows is one sampling of the artwork created by Fountain City Art Center members. Photos submitted
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Marleen Davis to run for County Commission Marleen Davis was recruited to come to Knoxville 20 years ago by a search committee that ended up offering her the position of dean of the University of Tennessee’s College of Architecture and Design. When she accepted, she b e c a m e the fourth A merican woman to hold such a position and the youngest dean at UT. She has an Marleen Davis undergraduate degree in architecture
Betty Bean from Cornell, a master’s from Harvard and a daunting string of awards, honors and accomplishments. She was dean of the school of architecture for nine years and has been a full-time faculty member in the years since. In 2006, she was recognized as a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects. In 2013, she was named Association of Collegiate Schools of Archi-
tecture Distinguished Professor. But it’s not as though Davis has led a “town and gown,” ivory-tower existence. Her resume includes a hefty list of community volunteer work, including co-chairing Nine Counties, One Vision’s Downtown Taskforce Downtown Design Review Board and serving on the boards of the East Tennessee Community Design Center and the Tennessee Theatre Foundation. And now, Davis, a Democrat, mother of two grown sons and longtime resident of Sequoyah Hills, has decided to run for the Fourth
Keynote speaker Cheryl Strayed and Legacy Parks Foundation executive director Carol Evans say farewell after the Friday luncheon. Strayed attended an informal reception Thursday night that also raised money for Legacy Parks. Photo by Betsy Pickle
G&O Trail to connect Kerns Building with Mead’s Quarry By Betsy Pickle The 10th annual Legacy Luncheon for the Parks celebrated gifts. Carol Evans, executive director of Legacy Parks Foundation, saved the most intriguing gift for last. “Working with Gulf & Ohio Railroad, we are going to create the G&O Trail, a three-mile, multi-use trail stretching from Chapman Highway from the Kerns Building, all the way into the heart of the Urban Wilderness at Mead’s Quarry at Ijams Nature Center,” she said. The new trail will connect the merchants and businesses of the Chapman area with South Knoxville’s nearby neighborhoods and parks and with the amenities of downtown.” “Just like New York’s High Line or Atlanta’s BeltLine, it can be
iconic for our city,” said Evans. “It will be a commuter route; it will be a recreational route and provide a key link to our Urban Wilderness.” Evans thanked Pete Claussen, founder and CEO of Gulf & Western, and his wife, Linda, for their generosity. The Claussens previously donated land for Seven Islands Wildlife Refuge, now Seven Islands State Birding Park. She also thanked the crowd for celebrating the foundation’s 10th birthday with her and her staff. “Over the past 10 years, we’ve raised a little over $4 million for parks and outdoor space,” she said. “We’ve added about 400 acres of parkland in Knox County and have helped protect over 1,000 acres of land in East Tennessee. We think that’s a great start.”
District County Commission seat next year. Lots of people are going to ask her why. Here’s what she’ll say: “As a career educator and as an architect, I understand the importance of our neighborhood, schools, commercial districts and parks in creating a great quality of life, which also improves the economic well-being of the county.” That’s her formal answer. She also believes that Democrats need to contend for local races. “I come from a large family that is split Democrat/ Republican. I see myself
as a moderate, and I will be looking for common ground. That’s the basis of our government. Too many people believe that compromise is a dirty word – that goes for being red or being blue, being left or right.” Republicans in the race include incumbent Jeff Ownby, Janet Testerman and Hugh Nystrom. Recognizing that one of County Commission’s most contentious duties is presiding over land use and zoning disputes between neighborhoods and developers, she says she believes that her consensus-seeking philosophy will serve her well in these matters. “Developers like planning. With a plan that is flexible and not rigid, we
have a clear path forward for economic growth. And with a clear plan, you can attract business. A clear direction is very important for the private sector,” she said. As an architect, Davis describes herself as a “21st century person” and cites the McGhee Tyson Airport as one of her favorite local buildings because of its use of local materials and representation of its surroundings. “It’s beautiful, and it’s functional.” She also likes the City County Building, with its low-lying Main Street façade and its multi-story Hill Avenue annex. And she’s hoping to spend a lot more time there in the future.
More names surface for Supreme Court Last week, this column discussed whom Gov. Haslam might name to replace Justice Gary Wade on the state Supreme Court. Space did not permit a full discussion. In fact this column mentioned only two well-known names, state Attorney General Herb Slatery and U.S. Rep. John Duncan. Duncan actually has more experience in public office than Slatery, having served as a Criminal Court judge for seven years, plus his 27 years in Congress. He is a few years older than Slatery. Slatery gets good reviews on his first year as state AG, and he has more experience practicing law. Both could easily be confirmed by the Legislature. Slatery’s appointment would trigger a new attorney general being named by the state Supreme Court for the remaining seven years of the term. Duncan’s appointment would trigger a special election to fill the congressional seat he now holds for the remaining eight months of his term, plus the regular 2016 election in November after the August GOP primary. However, let’s assume Slatery and Duncan do not seek the seat on the state high court. Then where does Haslam go next? He can take the appellate route and pick from existing judges like Kenny Armstrong on the appellate court from West Tennessee, which would place an AfricanAmerican on the top court.
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Haslam might want to be the first Republican governor since Lamar Alexander to appoint an African-American to the high court. He might go to Thomas “Skip” Frierson, also on the appellate court but from East Tennessee. Federal magistrate Bruce Guyton from Knoxville is a possibility. Current legal counsel to the governor Dwight Tarwater is being discussed. Former Haslam city law director Morris Kizer is another name. He served on a special Supreme Court recently. Members of the Legislature are barred from appointment for the term they are currently serving. The state judiciary would prefer a current judge from the state system. However, there is an argument to be made that a court is better rounded when its occupants have a diversity of experience and not be channeled from the appellate courts only. It is all up to Haslam. My intuition suggests Slatery has the inside track if he wants it. But does he want it? If that happens, it will be interesting to see if the legisla-
tive confirmation process is pro forma or a real inquiry into the background and qualifications of the nominee. Who would replace him as attorney general? Tarwater? Kizer? Someone else? Slatery will get to vote on his successor. ■ Dale Smith is leaving as head of the troubled Public Building Authority in three and a half months. He is the highestpaid person working today in the City County Building at the $190,000 range. His reported successor is Jayne Burritt, who is on staff and was endorsed by Mayors Rogero and Burchett without a search process. She currently has a salary in the $130,000 range but is expected to be bumped up to the $160,000 range when she takes over. The talk is also her position will not be filled, saving more money. Again, the PBA members apparently will accept these recommendations. Actually it is the Public Building Authority that hires and sets salaries, but the members are clearly following the instructions of the two mayors, even though they are supposed to be an independent board. Though appointed by the mayors, they cannot be removed by them during their term. It is surprising that Rogero has abandoned a search process as she is normally all about a transparent process in hiring, but not this time.
Tommy Schumpert’s gift of parks parks and recreation. That’s his legacy. Victor Ashe correctly gets credit for parks and greenways during his 16 years as Knoxville mayor, but Schumpert in his eight years moved Knox County Sandra forward with the creation Clark of the park on Fountain City Road which bears his name. He converted unused, As county executive (be- county-owned land on fore his successor lobbied Tazewell Pike to the Beverly a name change to “mayor”) Park with a clubhouse – a Schumpert advocated for place for kids to learn the
game and life skills of golf. He brought community ball parks under the county’s wing, freeing parents to watch the games instead of hustling hot dogs to pay the light bill. There are more – look at Seven Islands, fishing piers in Concord, House Mountain, etc. But Schumpert’s best move came after he left office. Ten years ago he helped establish the Legacy Parks Foundation. He served as its first board chair and worked
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hard to help Halls residents raise the money to purchase 11 acres for Clayton Park. Last week, the foundation sold out its 1,000-seat luncheon at $100 per plate. Executive Director Carol Evans is clearly the town’s best promoter. Awesome event. Great cause. Good folks. Over $4 million raised for parks and outdoor space. And 400 acres of parkland in Knox County. Thanks, coach!
Tommy Schumpert, whose vision created Legacy Parks Foundation, with niece Kim Schumpert (at left) and wife Charlotte. Photo by Betsy Pickle
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Seat C candidates reveal differences at forum Last week’s City Council candidate forum, hosted by the League of Women Voters at Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church, was the best attended of this year’s crop of forums, suggesting that voters might actually be interested in the three contested City Council seats. The contest for at-large Seat C, now held by Finbarr Saunders, is the most interesting. Two of the four candidates will move forward to the Nov. 3 general election following the Sept. 29 primary, and two will go home. Early voting for the primary runs through Sept. 24. Saunders’ opponents are event planner and marketer Kelly Absher, Sequoyah Hills resident and smallbusiness owner Paul Bonovich, and math tutor and Pond Gap Neighborhood Association president David Williams. Incumbents have the advantage in a forum setting. They’ve spent hours mull-
businesses would follow. His wrapup was two words: Vote Absher. Bonovich showed more Wendy depth but exhibited a tenSmith dency to ramble. When he answered the question about development along Magnolia, he asked why ing over complex topics and there is no Walmart in the are practiced public speak- area, and quickly followed ers. Saunders clearly came by saying that local business across as the most knowl- is good business. edgeable of the bunch. Like the other non-inAbsher, who described cumbents, he found himself himself as a strong supporter in the woods when asked of entrepreneurship and a how a proposed safety cen“voice for everyone,” lacked ter might be supported. Indepth. He called citywide In- stead of addressing fundternet a necessary part of the ing, Bonovich pondered city’s infrastructure, and sug- how intoxicated and mengested it again when asked if tally ill offenders would be the economic needs of those transported. The police dein poverty are getting enough partment isn’t equipped to attention from city govern- deal with such inmates and ment. would “handle them with Asked how to quicken the more force than is necespace of development along sary,” he said. the Magnolia Avenue corDuring his response, ridor, Absher said empty Saunders said that police buildings should be given officers are trained in crisis to entrepreneurs, and other intervention.
City Council candidates George Wallace, Kelly Absher, Paul Bonovich, Mark Campen, Finbarr Saunders, Marshall Stair, David Williams and Pete Drew at the LWV forum. Those standing are vying for at-large Seat C.
holders, his strong opinions compelled him to get involved. His interesting But Bonovich’s answers to Sequoyah Hills residents. resume includes work for revealed a spark of politiSaunders supported the the Tennessee Department of Economic Development cal energy. He expressed rezoning. dismay over last year’s 34Williams said that if he and an appointment to the cent property tax increase, can help a child learn alge- Tennessee District Export which he claims stifles bra, he can help neighbor- Council by the U.S. Secrebusiness. He also alluded hoods solve their problems. tary of Commerce last year. Odds are he’ll face Saunto frustration over the near I doubt that message will ders in the general election rezoning of the Kingston resonate with voters. Bonovich’s performance (which, unlike the primary, Pike Christenberry property for a condominium de- didn’t necessarily present is citywide). Since Saunders velopment last year and said him as a strong candidate. is well known and generally elected officials didn’t listen But, like many local office- liked, he’ll be tough to beat. Photo by Wendy Smith
Vols not quite ready for prime time
Random football thoughts, looking back, looking ahead: The disappointment of blowing a 17-point lead should be viewed in the context of the Miracle at South Bend. Games are only half over at halftime. Incidentally, Baker Mayfield was the best quarterback on the field Saturday evening. September games against good opponents are valid measuring sticks to see how the Volunteers compare with the rest of the football world. Two years ago Oregon demolished Tennessee, 59-14. Last year Oklahoma romped, 34-10. I suppose losing in two overtimes is the third-year
Marvin West
progress you’ve heard about. If we didn’t already know, one suspicion has been validated. There is a significant difference in talking about the big time and performing in the hot spotlight. There is an evidentiary trend. Since Phillip Fulmer, Tennessee is 1 and 29 against nationally ranked foes. UT fans did all they could to defeat Oklahoma. They deserved a victory. So did
Jalen Reeves-Maybin. And Derek Barnett. And Jalen Hurd. Post-game scene to remember: Sooner linebacker Eric Striker mocking the crowd and taunting Tennessee recruits. The primary problem of the Butch Jones era, the offensive line, remains a problem. Strange as it sounds, Dontavius Blair is symbolic of this dilemma. The junior college all-American, 6-8 and 300, was recruited as an absolute certain tackle solution. He is not even in the mix. After two and a half almost-great recruiting classes, the Vols have some of the finest talent in the country.
could happen sooner. Beginning with Florida, the Vols will tell us who they really Much of it is still relatively are. If they win three of the first four conference games, young. Intensive off-season the dream of an SEC East training means the players title lives on. If they lose two are bigger, faster and stron- or more, forget Atlanta. ger. No excuse there. Now is a good time to keep The culture has changed the faith. Good times are out to complete dedication, uni- there. They just aren’t here yet. fication, One Tennessee, evEven in this modern era, erybody pushing and pulling dare I say we are headed in the same direction. back to where we used to be, Coaches are paid signifi- to the time when Tennessee cant salaries (plus bonuses) football was really someto enhance skills, devise thing, when fans couldn’t winning strategy and inspire wait for the next game, when great effort. Surely that is opponents dreaded to get off not the problem. Butch once the bus at the south end of said he would assemble the Neyland Stadium. finest coaching staff in the What we have endured is business. This must be it. not forever. The proverbial Maybe next year the Vol- worm is actually turning. unteers will be ready for It now seems safe to forget prime time. Of course, it what Mike Hamilton did or
didn’t do. Pretend Lane Kiffin and Derek Dooley never happened. Well, almost. UT pays Dooley $102,040 per month through December 2016. Oklahoma got a taste of what Tennessee football used to be. Saturdays in Knoxville were mountaintop experiences. People came from far and wide in a swirl of excitement. Most felt sure the Vols would win. Those less confident had on their game face, ready, eager to do their part. These Vols, despite injuries and hurt feelings, will be expected to bounce back against Western Carolina. It will be interesting to see how customers recover. Empty seats will provide that answer. Marvin West invites reader comments. His address is westwest6@netzero.com.
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SENIOR NOTES ■ Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett’s Senior Appreciation Picnic will be 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at John Tarleton Park, 3201 Division St. This is a free event for all Knox County seniors. Register at any senior center or by calling 215-4007 by Friday, Sept. 18. ■ Karns Senior Center 8042 Oak Ridge Highway 951-2653 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16: 8 a.m. Rise-N-Shine walkers; 9:30 a.m. Zumba; 10 a.m. party bridge; 11 a.m. SAIL exercises; noon flu clinic; 1 p.m. Rook, birding and photography. Thursday, Sept. 17: 8 a.m. Rise-N-Shine walkers; 9 a.m. Scrabble; 9:30 a.m. Tone & Tighten; 10 a.m. genealogy; 2:30 p.m. yoga. Friday, Sept. 18: 8 a.m. Rise-N-Shine walkers; 9 a.m. Veteran Services; 10 a.m. Farkle, Tai Chi; noon SAIL exercise; 1 p.m. Mexican Train dominoes, basic carving. Monday, Sept. 21: 8 a.m. Rise-N-Shine walkers; 8:30 a.m. cardio; 10 a.m. “Basic Sketching and Drawing” class; 11 a.m. SAIL exercises; 1 p.m. Paint with Kim; 1:30 p.m. line dance. Tuesday, Sept. 22: 8 a.m. Rise-N-Shine walkers; 9:30 a.m. Tone & Tighten; 10 a.m. PC tutoring; 10:30 a.m. Falls Prevention program; 12:30 p.m. pinochle; 1 p.m. mahjong; 2:30 p.m. yoga. ■ Halls Senior Center 4405 Crippen Road 922-0416 knoxcounty.org/seniors Monday-Friday Hours vary Flu shots will be given at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16.
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By Carol Shane Brenda Maupin’s unusual style has its beginnings in kindness and compassion. In the 1970s, working in the lab at ET Children’s Hospital, she and her colleagues had to do “hurtful things,” as she says, to children. The procedures needed to obtain blood cultures and bone marrow understandably caused fear and distress among the young patients. “All personnel wore white,” Maupin remembers. “One night, I took my young son’s ‘Peanuts’ coloring book and traced Snoopy with a marker on my lab coat. The children decided that someone with a lovable dog reference couldn’t be all bad. “In those years, there were ‘Peanuts’ stores and many items in gift shops and department stores, and I bought collector plates, toys, games and party supplies, which were all popular at the time. My house soon filled with Snoopy things.” Such easy availability of “Peanuts” products created a monster. Brenda, with her characteristic deadpan delivery, says, “The illness set in.” Since then, she’s never left her house without Snoopy. Printed on her clothes, dangling from her ears, grinning on her watch – you can always find the beloved beagle when Brenda Maupin’s around. Her grandchildren aren’t the only ones who call her “Snoopy lady.” Traveling to out-of-town UT games and New York City in the ’80s, she ran across the designs of Bill Ditfort and Marisa Christina, both of whom have at one time or another featured the four-
Brenda Maupin is a big fan of the Vols as well as Snoopy. Here, in one of “three and a half closets of this stuff,” she combines the two.
Real dog Lily joins Brenda and her king-sized Snoopy, guardian of the living room.
Brenda Maupin, Snoopy and Woodstock welcome all to Maupin’s home in East Knoxville. Photos by Carol Shane
footed c a r toon character. “I discovered licensed sweaters, sequined tops, and too many tees and sweat shirts to wear casually. Scrub tops became available. I wore them in the lab until I retired.” She bought hats too, with the advisory: “They have to be subtle if you’re going to wear them to church – the kids are all over them.” She soon lent her own hand to her own creations.
A talented handcrafter, Maupin made this vest out of Snoopy ties. She’s next to a collection of Snoopy plates.
been able to indulge in many of the finer items, but “Material became I have some crystal and silavailable so I made ver, and one gold item with a clothes. I recently made a vest too-small-to see diamond.” of Snoopy sports ties. Licens- Though she didn’t buy any, ing restrictions prevented the she pined for Cartier jewsale of embroidery designs, so elry designs. She strung I bought a machine and em- Waterford ornaments on a broidered my clothes, towels, ribbon. And “I always wear placemats and handbags.” one of many watches.” Jewelry was easy to find and Though her main obMaupin loved collecting it, but session is the beagle with she got creative with that, too. the big imagination, she “I have made earrings from also admits a fondness for silly bands, paper clips, candy Snoopy’s friend Woodstock and phone charms.” and brother Spike. As for higher-end colWhat about serious collectibles, she says, “I haven’t lecting? Maupin says, “My
collection is small compared to others. Only a few thousand things, compared to those who have 20K-plus.” No, she’s not in denial. In fact, she’s downsizing. Looking to move into a smaller residence one day, she’s in the midst of organizing and photographing many of her treasures for eventual sale on eBay. Her son Bo, a graphic designer in Columbus, Ohio, eagerly supports her in finding new homes for the items. “He thinks I’m crazy,” she says. And it all started because of loving kindness.
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Filling the needs of the needy By Cindy Taylor Folks in Powell have grown accustomed to seeing the Second Harvest Food truck pull in at Powell Presbyterian Church frequently throughout the year. The food pantry, a ministry that Powell Presbyterian pastor the Rev. Jonathan Warren thought might come to an end for lack of volunteers, is flourishing once again. On Aug. 29 Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and community members turned out in great number to volunteer with food distribution at Powell Presbyterian Church. The church purchased the food and folks in the community joined in to help with set up and distribution. Powell Food City provided shopping carts. Warren says there is not much that separates those who give food from those who receive it; those who provide shelter from those who need it. The mission of the church is simple. “Go.” “If we get to the heart of
Girl Scout McKinzie Davis from Cadette Troop 21087, Pam Brooks, the Rev. Jonathan Warren and Mark Colberg set up for the food pantry held at Powell Presbyterian Church Aug. 29. Photo submitted
it we are all in need in some way or another,” he said. “”We need to help each other because some day it might be us facing hardships.”
Church members are also active in serving with the Empty Stocking Fund, Habitat for Humanity, Remote Area Medical, Li-
ons Club, Key Club and many other ministries. The church started the food bank because members saw a need in the community and sought to fill that need. Warren says it doesn’t take much to end up on the receiving end of life. An illness, loss of a job or a major emergency can change things in an instant. “I’m not that different from anyone else in the food line,” he said. “I get up early for the mobile food pantry because there might be a day when I need it.” On Aug. 29, 208 grocery carts filled with food were distributed. The next food distribution day is Saturday, Oct. 10. Line forms at 7:30 a.m. There are no prerequirements and distribution is on a first come, first served basis. Powell Presbyterian Church is at 2910 W. Emory Road. To volunteer for the next distribution or for info go to www.powellpcusa.org or call 938-8311.
FAITH NOTES Community services ■ Glenwood Baptist Church, 7212 Central Avenue Pike, is accepting appointments for the John 5 Food Pantry. Info: 938-2611. Your call will be returned. ■ Ridgeview Baptist Church, 6125 Lacy Road, offers Children’s Clothes Closet and Food Pantry 11 a.m.-2 p.m. each third Saturday. Free to those in the 37912/37849 ZIP code area.
Classes/meetings ■ Norwood Church of Christ, 6001 Central Avenue Pike, will host Dr. Dale W. Manor, professor and archaeologist from Harding University, presenting three lectures on archaeology
Sunday, Oct. 4. Bible class, 9:45 a.m.: “It Is Written: Inscriptions from the Ancient World”; worship service, 10:45 a.m.: “Vying for Canaan: Egypt, Philistines and Israel”; lecture, 1 p.m.: “Archaeology and David.” Potluck lunch will follow the worship service. Info: norwood churchofchrist.org; 687-5383. ■ Powell Church, 323 W. Emory Road, hosts Recovery at Powell at 6 p.m. Tuesdays. The program embraces people who struggle with addiction, compulsive behaviors, loss and life challenges. Info: recoveryatpowell.com or info@ powellchurch.com.
Special services ■ Bethany Baptist Church, 6705 Raccoon Valley Road, will celebrate its 100th Home-
coming at 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Donnie McGinnis will lead the service. Barbecue lunch will follow. ■ City View Baptist Church, 2311 Fine Ave. will celebrate “Homecoming: A Family Reunion,” 10:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. Service will be followed by covered-dish lunch and afternoon sing. Info: 522-2364. ■ Glenwood Baptist Church, 7212 Central Avenue Pike, is celebrating its 125-year anniversary with Homecoming service, 10:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Service will include Dr. Tom Lee, Ron Shipe and Emily Harbin. Info: 938-2611. ■ Mount Hermon UMC, 232 E. Copeland Road, will celebrate Homecoming Service, 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. Featur-
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ing special gospel music and the message by the Rev. Gregg Bostick. Lunch served following the service. Everyone welcome.
Vendors needed ■ Alice Bell Baptist Church, 3305 Alice Bell Road, is accepting vendor applications for a craft fair to be held Friday-Saturday, Oct. 23-24. Registration fee: $25. Fees go to church building fund. Info/ registration: alicebellbaptistchurch.org, click on Activities & Events, then Craft Fair. ■ Beaver Ridge UMC, 7754 Oak Ridge Highway, is seeking vendors for the annual craft fair to be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 in the family life center. Spaces: $40. Bring your own table or rent one
Someone, somewhere Now God did not subject the coming world… to angels. But someone has testified somewhere, “What are human beings that you are mindful of them, or mortals that you care for them? (Hebrews 2: 5-6 NRSV) It is comforting to know that even the writers of the New Testaments books had trouble remembering where they had read a certain quote. How often have I (and probably you) said, “Well, it says somewhere in the Bible that ….” When the authorship of a particular quote is in question, Paul usually gets mentioned, probably because he wrote so prolifically, and his writings survived. Hebrews, however, is an anonymous document. We don’t know who wrote it. So, when the author (whoever he was) says that “someone has testified somewhere,” we can relate to his predicament. The problem with our vagueness (and for some folks, with their lack of familiarity with Scripture) is that we can’t quote accurately or appropriately. We take things out of context, we misquote, we misinterpret, and, if we are not very careful, we misuse Scripture for our
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own purposes. Which is why I bought a great tome called Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible. It has every word of the Biblical texts in alphabetical order, as well as dictionaries of the Hebrew and Greek words. It even includes a special section listing every use of a, an, and, and the. It is, needless to say, quite a large and heavy book (roughly 9 inches by 11 inches, containing1,808 pages), which has led some wags to opine that is why it is called Exhaustive. I bought my copy 25 years ago, when I began writing this column. It is worn now, and older (so am I, come to think of it), but I count it among my best friends!
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11th Annual Union County
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November 22, 1987 ~ September 15, 2009
Court – We still miss you every day! We wish you were here to celebrate with us as we grow older and enter new stages of life each year. Can’t believe we will celebrate our 10 year high school reunion this year! We celebrate your life by keeping your memory alive. We find comfort daily knowing you’re cheering us on from Heaven. Love and miss you tons! With love, Kara and Kayla
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Big Ridge is ‘diamond in the rough’ His first order of business is to improve the park’s aesthetics, pulling out weeds and invasive plants to open up scenic vistas and hidden Civilian Conservation Corps rockwork. He’s paying attention to park visitors’ comment cards, too. “We’re trying to turn those around, put in a little elbow grease and put a little shine on things,” Montgomery said. Next year, Montgomery hopes to open Big Ridge’s TDEC Deputy Commissioner of Parks and Conservation Brock Hill and new Big Ridge State Park manager Keith Montgomery private lake area to nonmotorized boats like canoes recognize park staff at a Sept. 4 reception. Photos by S. Carey and kayaks. He also hopes to have stand-up paddlein much of the zoo’s rede“This park has a very boards available for rent. sign, said he is honored to great history,” he said. “It’s As a wake-free area, the be chosen to manage Big hard to find someone who waters around Big Ridge are Ridge. He started the job doesn’t have some attach- excellent for non-motorized boats. this spring. ment up here.”
By Shannon Carey New Big Ridge State Park manager Keith Montgomery called the Union County park a “diamond in the rough” during a reception with Brock Hill, deputy commissioner of Parks and Conservation for the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Hill visited the park Sept. 4 to introduce Montgomery to the community. He oversees 56 state parks and 85 state natural areas. He said that every dollar the state spends on state parks brings $17 of direct impact to the local economy. “It creates jobs inside and outside the parks,” he said. Montgomery, who spent 20 years at the Knoxville Zoo and had a direct hand
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Building healthy communities If you don’t know much about community schools, at least remember this fact: Their mission is to build healthy communities with schools at the hub.
FARMERS MARKETS Area farmers markets ■ Dixie Lee Farmers Market, Renaissance | Farragut, 12740 Kingston Pike. Hours: 9 a.m.noon Saturdays through Oct. 31. Info: dixieleefarmers market.com; on Facebook.
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Liz Thacker is the site coordinator for the new community school at Northwest Middle School, and she is excited to be busy working with students and staff members at the school. “There’s a lot going on here at Northwest – a community band meets here, the greenway is used for walking and sports teams practice on the campus,” she said. “This is the perfect place to join with the community and build healthy families.” Northwest is a community school 24/7, according to Thacker. She is on hand to help address student needs outside the classroom. After the school bell rings in the afternoon, students who are
■ Ebenezer Road Farmers Market, Ebenezer UMC, 1001 Ebenezer Road. Hours: 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays through late November. Info: on Facebook.
Northwest Middle School’s community school site coordinator Liz Thacker and intern Becca Everette show off some of the artwork by students at Northwest Middle School. Photo by R. White part of the program are able to receive homework help and are fed supper before a bus transports those needing a ride home. As the year progresses, additional services, such as tutoring, will be implemented. Thacker hopes to create a gardening component in the future, featuring raised-bed boxes for students to grow plants. Families are able to receive health services through the program, help-
ing to eliminate days out from school and boost selfesteem. By building stronger individuals and families, communities grow stronger. Fellowship North takes the fifth Sunday of a month to work in the community. They recently worked at Northwest, sprucing up landscape and cleaning up the grounds. The program also partners with the University of Tennessee social work department and Pellissippi State
■ Knoxville Farmers Market, Laurel Church of Christ, 3457 Kingston Pike. Hours: 3-6 p.m. Fridays through late November.
thrilled with the turnout of parents. “This is the biggest crowd we’ve had in a long time,” she said with a smile. Having a PTA is important to Ellis as the school principal because it involves parents and staff members working together for the same goal. President Charity Elliott is ready to get to work and make sure this year is a good one for Norwood’s students and staff members. Several projects that are in the works for the year include
the school yearbook, collecting Box Tops for Education to help raise extra funds and the big event, Santa’s Shop, where students are able to purchase inexpensive items for family during the holiday season. As a parent, you can help by first purchasing a membership to the PTA for $5 and help the board with simple tasks such as making phone calls, setting up tables for events or helping with teacher appreciation day. The goal for the school is
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■ Oak Ridge Farmers Market, Historic Jackson Square, 281 Broadway Ave. Oak Ridge. Hours: 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays; 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays through late November. Info: on Facebook.
Community College. Other partners include ■ Lakeshore Park Farmers Market, 6410 S. Northshore the Great Schools PartnerDrive. Hours: 3-6 p.m. every ship, the Boys and Girls Club, Friday through Nov. 20. Info: Helen Ross McNabb, Goodon Facebook. will, Knox County Schools, ■ Market Square Farmers the Joy of Music School, the Market, 60 Market Square. Knoxville Police DepartHours: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. ment, Junior Achievement, Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Alumni basketball Children’s Hospital, 21st ■ Powell High School will host Saturdays through Nov. 21. Mortgage Group, Girls Inc., an alumni basketball game Info: marketsquarefarmers 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, Metropolitan Drug Commismarket.org. in Jeff Hunter Gymnasium. sion, Knoxville Internation- ■ Maryville Farmers Market: Interested players need to als Network, Girl Talk and Church Avenue. Hours: contact coach Gary Barnes as HABIT. 9 a.m.-sellout, Saturdays
Norwood PTA kicks off new year Students have been in school for a month now, and you’ve probably received information regarding joining your child’s PTA (PTO, etc.). If you haven’t filled out the form and sent in dues, take a moment to do so and make a difference for your children and their school. “The PTA supports the school and provides things that the school can’t,” said Norwood Elementary principal Robyn Ellis. She attended the first PTA meeting of the year and was
through Nov. 17. ■ New Harvest Park Farmers Market, 4700 New Harvest Park Lane. Hours: 3-6 p.m. Thursdays. Info: on Facebook.
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■ Powell High and Powell Youth Basketball will host a fundamentals camp, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 15 and 16, in the complex and main gyms. Sessions for boys in kindergarten through fifth grades will run 9 a.m.-noon Saturday and 2-4 p.m. Sunday. Players in sixth through eighth grade will have sessions 1-4 p.m. Saturday and 4-6 p.m. Sunday. Cost for the camp is $35/both days and $20/one day. Info or to register: Kevin Sparks, 607-0431 or Kevin.sparks@yahoo.com
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Pipp’s Salon welcomes Kimberly Roberts Kimberly Roberts has joined Pipp’s Salon, 1711 Dry Gap Pike. Roberts has been a stylist since 2008 and specializes in cuts and color. She offers cuts, color, perms, Keratin smoothing treatments and facial waxing. New clients receive $10 off cut/ color service or $5 off cuts. Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday Kim Roberts and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Info: 603-7883
Workshops to connect farmers, chefs Farmers and chefs now have the opportunity to meet, connect for business and ultimately create an official statewide alliance. The Tennessee Farm and Restaurant Alliance will serve as a hub for farm-tofoodservice relationships and for information about issues related to farm and food business. To become an alliance member, a farmer or food service professional must attend one of four free workshops to be held across Tennessee and apply to participate in the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s
Pick Tennessee Products program. Once the new Tennessee Farm and Restaurant Alliance is formed, Pick Tennessee Products will add a new consumer service to its website and mobile app: a listing with GPS mapping to restaurants committed to using local and farm-direct products whenever possible. Workshops will be held Monday, Sept. 28, at the UT Conference Center in Knoxville; Oct. 12 in Memphis; Nov. 2 in Nashville; and Nov. 16 in Chattanooga. To register, email PTP.restaurant@ tn.gov
Quilts of Valor Surrounded by quilts are Dennis Taylor, East Tennessee coordinator for the Quilts of Valor Foundation; Raymond Hopper, U.S. Air Force veteran and retired semi-truck driver; and Doyleen Taylor, North Knox group leader for the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Hopper was given a quilt to honor his service in the Korean War. Quilts of Valor Foundation has an exhibit at the Tennessee Valley Fair. Photo submitted by Gary Loe
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Doug Loveday, president of the Tennessee Valley Mustang Club, presents a check for $3,800 to PBPA president John BayThe Knox County Board Doug Harris is the new less from the Travis Wegener memorial car show. At right is Dr. of Education will conduct a school board chair; Tracie Donald Wegener, Travis’ father. work session/retreat from Sanger is vice chair. 2-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, School Coupon Books with dinner immediately are for sale for $10 through following at the Knoxville Sept. 21. Botanical Gardens WelThe selling school retains greet” for new members last By Sandra Clark come Center located at 2817 $8 of each book sold. First Tennessee Bank in week. Teresa Long, branch Boyds Bridge Pike. Info: knoxschools.org Powell hosted a “meet and manager, is the club’s membership chair. Teresa Underwood chairs the special events committee which is already planning for this year’s Christmas banquet – to be held at Tennova North with former Vol Inky Johnson as guest
Sheriff Jimmy “J.J.” Jones is introduced by PBPA vice president R. Larry Smith.
PBPA surges with projects, programs speaker. Underwood is looking for auction items. “This is the club’s only fundraiser,” she said. R. Larry Smith as vice president has brought strong programs to PBPA. Last week Sheriff Jimmy “J.J.” Jones and several of his staff visited with the club.
Justin Bailey, chair of Enhance Powell, thanked Sheriff Jones for the assistance of inmate crews to clear the land at Powell Station Park. Dr. Don Wegener reported on the car show in memory of his son, Travis. The event raised more than $3,000 for Enhance Powell.
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New faces, new sounds By Carol Shane Knoxville Symphony Orchestra musicians and staff are gearing up for an exciting year – a year of new faces, new music and new experiences. As most KSO fans know by now, six young conductors from all over the world will be flexing their batons on the Tennessee Theatre stage, vying for the position of the orchestra’s new music director and conductor. And the musicians are excited. “I am looking forward to ‘trying on’ different conductors to see how they handle such a diverse group of people,” says flutist Jill Bartine. “Ditto!” says cellist Stacy Nickell Miller. “And playing good programs!” The season is indeed loaded with spectacular repertoire, and the first concert this week is no exception. Violinist Elizabeth Farr points out that, “It’s all American! Audiences really, really love Gershwin, and the Bernstein ‘Symphonic Dances from West Side Story’ are familiar yet exciting to most people.” Indeed, there are few pieces which you’re piec pi eces es iin n wh w ich you re going g
to hear members of a symphony orchestra snap their fingers and yell, but the vigorous, exciting suite of Bernstein dances demands both. Young, charismatic American pianist Sean Chen will lend his muscular technique to George Gershwin’s “Piano Concerto in F.” It’s less familiar than “Rhapsody in Blue,” but it’s still got all that good Gershwin stuff – blues, jazz, piano pyrotechnics. A 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition award winner, Chen promises to deliver an exciting performance. For this first pair of concerts, there will be a familiar face on the podium. Maestro James Fellenbaum, the KSO’s resident conductor, has been an energetic and creative presence for nine years, leading Masterworks and Chamber Classics concerts as well as outreach, pops educational reac re ach, h, p ops and educationa
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In the crime bio “Black Mass,” opening wide on Friday, Benedict Cumberbatch plays Massachusetts state Sen. Bill Bulger, and Johnny Depp plays his brother, organized-crime boss, FBI informant and for many years the No. 2 man on America’s Most Wanted list (behind Osama Bin Laden), Whitey Bulger. Also opening this week are “Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials” and “Captive.”
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concerts. He’s particularly known for his imaginative Young People’s Concerts, which are attended by thousands of school children each year. The program will also include “Jubilee” from “Symphonic Sketches” by George Whitefield Chadwick, and the elegiac “Adagio for Strings” by Samuel Barber. Ticket holders can attend pre-concert chats at 6:30 p.m. in the concert hall before each performance. Guest performers will offer
their personal perspective and audience members will have a chance for Q&A with the artists. If you’re already a KSO fan, welcome back for another exciting season. If you’re new to the KSO or to classical music, you couldn’t find a better concert to jump-start your knowledge and interest. The Moxley-Carmichael Masterworks Series presents the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra’s “American Masters” at 7:30 p.m. this Thursday, Sept. 17, and Friday, Sept. 18,
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home team By Betsy Pickle From Thursday through Sunday, the Knoxville Film Festival will showcase films from all over the country and around the world at Regal Cinemas Downtown West. But in the three years Keith McDaniel has headed the KFF – and the many years organizing its predecessor, Secret City Film Festival, and other fests – some of the biggest draws are films made by local filmmakers. This year is no exception. Films in the festival’s regular schedule are creating buzz, and the timed competition – the 7-Day Shootout (screening 7-10 p.m. Friday) – has led to a near frenzy with its grand prize of $20,000 toward turning a short into a feature-length film. Kelly Burke is a regular at local “shootouts.” Since
moving to Knoxville from Bristol more than a decade ago, he’s made 22 short films, most of them for timed contests and several of them award-winners. They’re “a good way to push me to do something,” says film-school dropout Burke, who describes himself as “extremely competitive.” “Left to myself, I might never do anything.” Burke, whose day job is at Jewelry Television, wasn’t able to do a film for the 2014 KFF, so this year, he decided to enter the 7-Day Shootout and submit a feature film for festival consideration. Each had its problems. He started writing “Terminal” (Film Block 10, 1-3 p.m. Saturday) in January. It didn’t come together on paper as quickly as it should have, and he ended up abbre-
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viating it to a 24-minute film – still the longest piece he’s made. He had about a week to shoot it in order to make the submission deadline. For his 7-Day, he gathered his cast and crew to start shooting on the Saturday before the 8 p.m. Wednesday deadline. Six hours in, he pulled the plug, unhappy with the feel of the film. He switched to another idea, wrote another script and resumed shooting at 10 p.m. Monday. “My goal was to get something turned in that I wasn’t embarrassed by,” he says. “I think we at least accomplished that.” Amy Hubbard has been a force on the Knoxville arts scene for more than
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ed to,” says Hubbard. She says Bagwell told her they “had a feeling about you.” “It was very flattering.” Hubbard shot the film in summer 2014 – mostly at her house – and hoped to finish by the end of the year, but as with many features it took longer than expected. “I basically went to film school making this movie,” she says. “I made a feature film. There are plenty of people who go into business to be a filmmaker who don’t have that accomplishment. “So I’m extremely grateful to Ross and Dee and Rick. They were super supportive and respectful.” The cliché in Hollywood
is, “But what I really want to do is direct.” It’s true in Knoxville, too. “This has been in my mind for a long time as something I’d like to attempt,” says Hubbard, who works as a freelancer (casting, wardrobe, location) for Jupiter Entertainment. “Now I’m addicted to it. “What I bring to the table is story and working with actors and making sure I’m pulling out that performance.” Hubbard and Burke say it’s great to have the Knoxville Film Festival present the work of local filmmakers. And they both plan to keep shooting – to make their feature-length dreams come true. “Prison Break-In” will play Sept. 25-Oct. 1 at Downtown West. Whether he wins the shootout or not, Burke, who has written seven feature scripts, will keep writing till he gets “the one.” “I haven’t really found the one yet that I want to dedicate a year of my life to,” he says. Info: knoxvillefilm festival.com
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Powell Lions Club and the Halls Lions Club are seeking vendors for their Fall Gift and Craft Fair, to be held 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Powell Auto Auction, 6729 Pleasant Ridge Road. Info/registration form: E-clubhouse.org/sites/powelltn The Union County Heritage Festival is seeking arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, demonstrators and nonprofit booths for the festival, to be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, Wilson Park in Maynardville. The festival draws more than 4,000 people each year. Info/booth pricing: Marilyn Toppins, mtoppins51@comcast.net.
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Country Market, Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Arts, crafts, antiques, classic car cruise-in, Model T club, music and more. Admission: $5; 12 and under free. Info: ramseyhouse.org John Sevier Days Living History Weekend, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Marble Springs State Historic Site, 1220 W. Gov. John Sevier Highway. Admission: $5 adult; $3 child; 6 and under free. Includes demonstrations, food, music and more. Info: 573-5508; info@marblesprings.net; marblesprings.net.
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“The Little Mermaid, Jr.,” a musical stage version of the 1989 Walt Disney Studios film, Knoxville Children’s Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performances: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $12. Info/reservations: 208-3677 or knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com.
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THURSDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 17-27 “Walking Across Egypt,” presented by the WordPlayers, Erin Presbyterian Church, 200 Lockett Road. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $10-$15, available at the door or wordplayers.org. Info: 539-2490.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook. Sharps Chapel Fish Fry, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sharps Chapel Senior Center. Bring a side dish to share. Info: 992-3292.
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Blessing of the Animals service and community barbecue dinner, 5 p.m., Trinity UMC, 5613 Western Ave. Donations requested but not required for dinner. Info: the Rev. Brenda Dowell, 588- 5763; www. knoxtrinity.org. Church rummage sale, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 1101 N. Broadway. Household items, toys, children’s clothing, electronics, furniture, more. Info: 523-5687. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Info:
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“Basic Wire Wrapped Rings” class, 6-7:30 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Kathy King. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net. Open enrollment for beginner’s square dance class, 7 p.m., Square Dance Center, 828 Tulip St. Lessons $5; first lesson free. Info: R.G. Pratt, 947-3238. “Positive Thinking: Turning Lemons into Lemonade” with Deborah Caulder, LMSW, 11 a.m.-noon, Humana Guidance Center, 640 Plaza, 4438 Western Ave. Free and open to the public. Info/RSVP: 329-8892, TTY: 711.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23 Computer Workshop: Word Basics, 2 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Requires “Introducing the Computer” or equivalent skills. Info/registration: 525-5431. The Joe Pope Tams Motown/R&B band in concert, 7:30 p.m., Knoxville Moose Lodge, 6903 Ward Road. Tickets: $25. In the lobby prior to the show, canned goods, nonperishable items and cash donations will be accepted for the Blount County Veterans Office Food
AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., John T. O’Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona St. Info/registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 24 Discover and Make, 6-7:30 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Featuring a robotics station. Kids (6+), teens and adults welcome. Registration required. Info/registration: Nicole Barajas, 525-5431 or nbarajas@knoxlib.org.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 25 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Movies on Market Square: “Night at the Museum” (PG, 2006); movie begins at dusk. Hosted by the Knox County Public Library. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on; well-behaved dogs welcome. Info: 2158767 or knoxlib.org/movies.
Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.
FRIDAY-SATURDAY, SEPT. 25-26 Friends Mini Used Book Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: knoxfriends.org
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, 8 a.m., UT campus. Includes: two-mile walk, vendor booths, door prizes and a special tribute to those who have experienced or are experiencing Alzheimer’s. To start/join a team: alz.org/walk Beverly Park Place Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 5321 Beverly Park Circle. Features kids station, bounce house, face painting, games, crafts and vendors, live music, and food. Craftspeople/vendors wanting to rent a $20 spot to set up sales: 687-1321, ext. 2053. Chili Cook-Off, Colwyn Street in Cumberland Gap. Hosted by Claiborne County Chamber of Commerce. Admission free. Includes arts, crafts, antiques booths. Vendor/cook-off entry/sponsorship info: 423-626-4149; chamber@claibornecounty.com; claibornecounty.com.
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evin Kirkland was a high school senior on the football practice field when he learned his father, Eddie, had been diagnosed with late-stage prostate cancer. Four years later, his dad died from the disease. Kirkland doesn’t want anyone else to go through that experience. Eddie Kirkland’s diagnosis was particularly difficult for Kevin because his mother had died a year before from breast cancer. Breast cancer was just gaining the public’s attention, while prostate cancer lurked in the shadows. “Back in 1972, you didn’t hear people talk about prostate health, you didn’t hear people talk about PSA tests because there were no PSA tests,” he says. “I always said one day I wanted to do something that impacted men’s health like breast cancer awareness has impacted women’s health.” More than 30 years later, Eddie Check was born. The program pairs free PSA tests for men with a Medic blood drive. The first event in 2004 had one Medic bus and did 50 PSA tests and collected 50 units of blood. At its beginnings, the initiative was called the Eddie Kirkland Memorial Blood Drive and Free PSA Testing Event Radio talk show host Phil Williams said ‘come get your Eddie Check’ on the air one year and the name stuck. The event is coordinated by Nisus Corp., where Kirkland now serves as president and CEO. A year later, there was a second event, expanded to a
second location. This year, there will be Eddie Check drives in 10 locations throughout eight East Tennessee counties. The initiative involves live radio shows on location with partners including News Talk 98.7, WIVK and WNML and an annual blood drive contest with football fans at the University of Florida. Last year, the program collected 1,200 units of blood with more than 1,000 PSA tests conducted. “All of a sudden it really started gaining its own strength and its own personality,” Kirkland says. “We’ve had tremendous support from the hospital community over the years. And then when Provision Center for Proton Therapy opened, they became our medical sponsor, and they’ve been an absolutely wonderful advocate and partner. And the Provision CARES Foundation now pays for all of the PSA tests.” The event allows men, many of whom are hesitant to set up an annual physical exam, to get the PSA test for free while also performing a community service. “Men don’t really like to go to the doctor, let’s just face it, they don’t,” Kirkland says. “With Eddie Check they can just stop by and get a free PSA test.” For Kevin Wathen of Maryville, getting a PSA test through Eddie Check revealed what a recent trip to his doctor had not: an elevated PSA level. A follow-up biopsy with a urologist revealed that nine of the 12 samples tested positive for cancer.
Proton Therapy Facts: ■ Proton therapy is NOT experimental ■ Proton therapy was approved by the FDA in 1988 ■ Medicare/CMS have reimbursed proton therapy since 2000 ■ More than 100,000 patients have been treated with proton therapy worldwide ■ The cost of proton therapy for prostate cancer is now the same or lower than conventional treatments, without the damaging side effects ■ A five-year, peer-reviewed study released by the University of Florida Proton Therapy Institute found that 99% of prostate cancer patients remain cancer-free ■ There are 1.6 million new cases of cancer diagnosed each year ■ Tennessee ranks fifth in the nation for deaths from cancer
Kevin Kirkland (left) and prostate cancer survivor Jim Gorman (right) of Eddie Check. This is Eddie Check’s eleventh year of offering PSA tests to East Tennessee.
Eddie Kirkland circa 1943. Kirkland, a Staff Sergeant in the Marines and WWII veteran, passed away from prostate cancer in 1976. The Kirkland family started Eddie Check to honor him and to spread awareness and encourage men to get regular preventive prostate cancer checks. “There were no symptoms to tell me there was a problem,” Wathen says. “If I hadn’t had the test done I wouldn’t have given it any thought.” As a result of Eddie Check, Wathen learned of his diagnosis and became an early patient at Provision Center for Proton Therapy. There, his prostate cancer was treated with protons, a type of radiation that pinpoints a tumor and spares
much of the healthy tissue around it. This reduces side effects such as incontinence and impotency as well as discomfort during the time of treatment. Wathen was one of the first to receive hypofractionated proton therapy treatments at the center, a shortened, more intense course that allows therapy duration to be cut in half. “It still doesn’t feel like I ever
had cancer,” he says. Wathen says he would recommend men of all ages taking advantage of the free annual PSA test, at least to establish a baseline for further testing. “Especially with Eddie Check being available at no charge,” Wathen says. “I’d do it every year.” As Eddie Check has grown and expanded, Kirkland says more men locally are becoming familiar with the risk of prostate cancer and how to keep tabs on their health. After 11 years of the Eddie Check program, men often approach him to discuss early detection. “I think the education and the promotion we put out for prostate health have really resonated,” he says, adding that other programs coordinated by local hospitals and advocacy organizations have provided a boost to the most common of men’s cancers. “I think all of that has really improved education on prostate health. It has made us proud to be a small part of that.”
Get checked! Eddie Check will be held at six locations on Thursday and seven on Friday (10 different locations) in eight East Tennessee counties including Knox, Anderson, Scott, Hamblen, Cocke, Blount, Roane and McMinn. Blood samples for PSA screenings will be taken at every location during all hours, even if you don’t donate blood. The free PSA screenings are available for men 40 years of age or older, or in the event of family history at an age 10 years younger than the affected relative's age at his cancer onset. “Early detection is always the best protection against prostate cancer,” said Marcio Fagundes, MD, medical director of the Provision Center for Proton Therapy. “The prostate specific antigen (PSA) test is one tool that men have available to detect the presence of prostate cancer. While an elevated PSA does not always mean cancer is present, it is an important benchmark for men to monitor and share with their family physician.”
Thursday, September 17
Friday, September 18
■ MEDIC Donor Center, 1601 Ailor Ave., Knoxville, 8:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sports Radio WNML remote, 3:00-7:00 p.m.
■ MEDIC Donor Center, Headquarters, 1601 Ailor Ave., Knoxville, 8:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Phil Williams News/Talk 98.7 FM remote, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
■ MEDIC Donor Center-Farragut, 11000 Kingston Pike (behind Pittsburgh Paints), Farragut, 9 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Gunner WIVK FM remote, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. ■ Provision Center for Proton Therapy, 6450 Provision Cares Way, Knoxville (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Hallerin Hill News/Talk 98.7 FM remote, 6:00-10:00 a.m.; Phil Williams News/Talk 98.7 FM remote, 3:00-6:00 p.m. ■ Books-A-Million, 310 S. Illinois Ave., Oak Ridge (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Walmart-Morristown, 475 S. Davy Crockett Pkwy., Morristown (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. ■ Walmart-Oneida, 19740 Alberta St., Oneida (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
■ MEDIC Donor Center-Farragut, 11000 Kingston Pike (behind Pittsburgh Paints), Farragut, 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ■ Provision Center for Proton Therapy, 6450 Provision Cares Way, Knoxville (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Gunner WIVK FM remote, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ■ Walmart-Newport, 1075 Cosby Hwy., Newport (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ New Midland Plaza, 232 S. Calderwood St., Alcoa (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Lowe’s-Athens, 1751 South Congress Pkwy., Athens (Bloodmobile), 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ■ Kingston Church of Christ, Kingston, 120 Spring Street, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Family Center Room
Visit www.provisionproton.com/eddiecheck for more information.
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hether you’ve just moved into a home or you’ve lived there for years, it might be time for a design tune-up. While many may think tackling their home décor takes a bundle of time, money and expertise, it doesn’t have to be so frightening. You don’t need to spend a fortune or go to design school to breathe a little life into your home. “It’s all about simplicity,” says Susan Yoder, interior design expert for Clayton Homes. “A little goes a long way when it comes to home décor and living spaces. Only a few simple changes can make a big difference and allow you to create a room you’ll be itching to show off to friends and family.” Yoder offers a few of her design tips that will help any homeowner revamp their space: Pops of color. “Nothing livens up a room like a bright pop of color,” Yoder says. If you have neutral-toned furniture, try sprucing up the room with lamps, curtains and accessories in bold hues. If you’re up for a painting challenge, an accent wall is a great way to incorporate color into a space. Choose your favorite color from a throw pillow or wall-art piece in the room to pull the look together.
Varying textures. A room tends to get boring when it focuses on only one texture, so it’s important to create a sense of balance. Try varying the fabric types on your sofa and curtains. Add in some metal or wooden accents to draw the eye around the room. You
can even play with lighting to reflect off certain objects and create visual interest. Antique feature. Choose an antique or unique piece of decor to be the inspiration for the room. This could be a rug, lamp, chair or even a chandelier – any-
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Scarves Scarves serve a practical purpose, helping to keep your body warm, and they’re also a fashionable staple of winter wardrobes. Scarves can be used to dress up an ordinary ensemble, providing a chic or bohemian look as you navigate city streets. Crocheting or knitting scarves is still popular, but you don’t have to be a seasoned craftsman to in-
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The prospect of flattened, lifeless locks compels many men and women to forgo hats on cold days. But a few tricks can give you the best of both worlds: a warm head and nice hair. Begin by going for regular trims that will keep dried-out or split ends from becoming problematic. After washing your hair in the morning, apply a conditioning treatment to prevent fly-aways. Be sure your hair is completely dry before donning a hat, otherwise hair can become matted and look flat all day. Loose-fitting cotton or fleece hats may be less likely to flatten hair than a wool hat, and you can keep the hat slightly off the crown of your head to prevent your hair from flattening. When all else fails, women can pull their hair back into ponytails before putting on a hat, which can help keep a style in place better. The arrival of winter does not mean you have to sacrifice your fashion sense. There are plenty of ways to look your best even when the temperature has plummeted.
Super secondhand style By Carol Shane
PSTAIRS at Todd Richesin Interiors is featuring a jewelry trunk show by Mary James Jewelry Designs on Thursday, September 24th from 3 to 7 and Friday, September 25th from 10 to 5. Mary James Jewelry is designed by Mary Wallace from Nashville, Tennessee. Wallace was inspired by the contents of an old war trunk found in her father’s home, and the jewelry line was named for her and her father James. Inside the trunk was an array of antique war medals and old watch fobs that sparked her creativity to launch a jewelry line like no other. Inspired by a love of European architecture and all things Parisian, as well as her father’s stories of travel during World War II, Mary creates unique pieces that reflect a classic, timeless, fashion-forward style that resonates with women of all ages. Some pieces are one -of-a-kind, some are one-ofa-few, and each is rare.
thing that gets you energized and motivated. Get creative and run with the theme it creates. Or if your style is more on the modern side, an antique object will stand out among your contemporary décor. Symmetrical yet functional. The furniture collection in a room should form a restful, symmetrical layout. It’s all about balance. There should be between three and 10 feet between each seat. Additionally, instead of pushing each piece up against the wall to create more space, give your furniture a bit of breathing room a few inches from the wall. This makes the room appear open and airy. Clutter-free organization. Getting rid of clutter is a grand challenge for most homeowners. When you decide to take on the mess, drawers and cabinets are your best friends. Take some time to go through your belongings and decide what to keep, donate or throw away. Store any leftover items that can cause clutter in an organized, out-of-sight area. Use these tips to revitalize your space and you’ll be ready to confidently host gatherings and enjoy your home instead of shying away from your living space.
Although suitable for everyday wear, each antique medal Mary uses is spun into a work of art that becomes an heirloom to be passed down for generations. Themes for the pieces range from victory medals featuring beautiful angels, to agricultural awards which feature horses, rabbits, and other animals. All medals are mixed with precious and semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls, opals, turquoise, lapis, or carnelian. All are set in either sterling silver or gold fill.
Mary recommends layering the pieces, and building a collection of different styles that can be worn together. The pieces can go from daytime to evening, and are equally at home with jeans and a t-shirt, a cocktail dress, or business attire. Versatility is key to her designs. Please join us at UPSTAIRS for this 2-day jewelry trunk show event and enjoy a wine and tasting menu by Knoxville celebrity chef Holly Hambright.
MARY JAMES JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW UPSTAIRS At Todd Richesin Interiors featuring a unique JEWELRY COLLECTION inspired by the past using historic artifacts, medals, and coins set with pearls and semi-precious stones in sterling silver or gold.
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Like any true devotee of vintage fashion, Amanda Dalton has a favorite piece with a story attached to it. “My leather Oshwahkon vest with wooden buttons is a custom handmade product, solely sold at a store on Broadway in the 1970s,” she says. Dalton didn’t know that until after she had bought it. Intrigued by the hand-sewn label complete with address, she did some research. Oshwahkon was a high-end leather boutique located in New York City’s Soho neighborhood, well-known as an edgy fashion district. According to a blog post by Arthur Cohen, one of the company’s two founders, “We sold to every major rock and movie star in the ’70s.” That’s the great thing about vintage clothing – purchasers not only get great looks for less, they often get a bit of history in the bargain. Dalton, who lives in Bearden, has been hooked on hand-me-downs since she bought her first pair of secondhand polyester pinkish-purple slacks as a teenager. A Fulton High School graduate, she earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UT and worked for over six years with children in the state’s custody. She later managed wellknown local vintage clothing store Planet XChange. She admits to being “somewhat of a gypsy,” having previously lived in Austin, Texas and Nashville, among other places. She’s currently employed as a nanny. And “I fix things,” she says, under the moniker “Handy Manda.” Finding inspiration in Natural Building, a practice based on a centuries-old Celtic tradition in which structures are made with natural and sustainable materials, she bought a Chevy Silverado 4x4 truck for hauling materials. “It’s not very environmentally friendly,” she admits, “but I use it to build environmentally friendly things.” Right now she’s designing and installing an outdoor labyrinth for a homeowner in West Knoxville. Most vintage clothing collectors have a particular “holy grail” that they look for each and every time they enter a store, and Dalton is no exception. She’s partial to “belt buckles, jackets, vests and slacks,” but she’s always on the lookout for a specific item: a pair of John Lobb brogues – comfortable shoes worn by the fiercely independent Katharine Hepburn, who famously brushed off criticism of her “masculine” attire, including her footwear. In fact, Hepburn is Dalton’s style icon. “We share the same birthday,” she says,
Amanda Dalton shows off her favorite vintage purchase of all time: a handmade leather vest.
“and I claim that!” The cost for a pair of new John Lobb shoes these days can run to five figures, so Dalton is smart to look for a previously-loved pair. And what about that Oshwahkon vest? She’s tried to find it online. “I’m pretty good at Googling,” she says, “but I cannot find this exact vest. Every one I find has something different about it – the same cut but the wrong buttons. The same cut and buttons but the wrong color.” Which could make hers a one-of-a-kind item made for who knows which hair-flinging ’70s rock star. Dalton speaks of her Natural Building projects as “yet another way for me to revitalize and integrate beautiful pieces of history into the present and hopefully into art in the process.” The same is true of her unique wardrobe. Hurrah for vintage style!
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• SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 • Shopper news
GO! electrifies Knoxville audiences with plans for a full season
Under the direction of Lisa Hall McKee, Go! Contemporary Dance ance nce Works will begin its 13th ts 13t 13 h season at the Clarence Brown renc n e Brow B rown row n Theatre on Sat., O October ctober cto be 17 and and Sun., October 18 with w ith PUSH, PUSH H a diverse and electric performance r ic per perfor forman for mancee man that will enthrall au audiences off all audie dience die nces o nce all ages. “This performance ance an ce is the epitome of GO! and nd is in partnerpartn pa rtnerrtn rship with the Penny Arts nyy for for the Ar A tss program. Seven choreographers horeo ho reogr reo graphe gr pherss will present 12 pieces, eces, ece s, bri bringnging Knoxville an exuberant exub x era errant nt
and innovative repertoire. A storm of movement, music and choreography, it is a visually and emotionally charged performance with something for everyone,” artistic director McKee says. Among the works to be presented in PUSH is “Frequency” by guest choreographer Marlayna Locklear, who is currently performing with Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Compan Com pany. pan y. “Frequency” “Frequ “Fr equenc equ ncy” nc y” is a powerful powe powe owerf r display displa dis playy of pla of athletic athl athl thleti etic choreography eti chor horeog eograp eog rrap phy that th h is both detailed d and and exploexplo electrisive and depicts elec lectri lec tr currents cal within a sound soun sou speaker. speake spe k “Marlayna “M “Ma rl yn rla y iss perfect per erfec fe t fec for GO GO!” !” McKee states. M McK cKee cKe sta st te . tes “She “Sh Sh he has has a such suc u h clarity clar cla r it y of rit of iintent n entt in nte he choreography. her chore chore ch or ogr ograph aphyy aph Personally, Pers Per so son onall ally, y, she is very driven av ver erry r y dr drive iven ive iv n and and motivated mot otiva ivated te artist, ted artis ar tist, tis t, t, really and an nd it re reall allyy all her shows sho w in n he h e work wor k with w ith ith us.”” us. us
McKee will premiere a large, unprecedented work entitled “The Manifest” which explores the suppression of artistic individuality and free thinking by a single-minded order. A large collaborative effort, McKee commissioned both Andre Hayter to compose the music score and the Bearden High School Art Honors Society to create artwork. “The Manifest” is a visual exploration of the effect of communism on both artists and society, layering dance, music and art to make a statement. “We have had great conversations in rehearsals, and the choreographic process has been very rich for all of us. This piece is full of both beauty and ugliness and is saturated with thought. “The Manifest” is what our audiences expect from us!” Other works presented will display GO!’s extreme diversity from “A Different Time,” an exploration into the Appalachian coal mining community to “Convergent Boundaries,” a study of plate tectonics. GO! will also perform three separate ballets: “Opus 6,” “City Suites” and “Sixes” which have strong classical ballet elements with a twist of contemporary movement. “Skin of The
Earth,” a work commissioned from UK choreographer Rebecca Evans in 2012, will also be performed. In February GO! will surpass all expectations from its audience by presenting “The Shadows of Pine Mountain,” an exploration of the Scots-Irish exodus from Ulster to the Appalachian mountains. “GO! is always searching for historical subject matter. We love to incorporate different dance genres into our choreography. Highland and Irish dance are so athletic and have such history. Crossing elements of those historical dance forms with our contemporary choreography will give depth and brilliance while demonstrating cultural truth. We are going to dig deep with this one. We want our audience to see the origins, struggles and victories of the Appalachian people. This is part of our culture today and is so close to home. It will have great meaning to our community.” GO! is also excited about its collaboration with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra’s Clayton Holiday Concerts, Young People’s Concerts, and Very Young People’s Concerts. GO! will also perform at the Rossini Festival in April.
A local nonprofit dance company, GO! is known for daring, innovative and adventurous choreography that merges and defies the boundaries of classical ballet, contemporary and aerial dance. GO! consists of 45 dancers, ages 12 through professional, with both guest and local core choreographers, representing a superlative ensemble of choreographic virtuosity and versatility. GO! will host an evening of support, Dancetasia, Fri., Sept. 18, at the Foundry. Tickets are $80 and include a fabulous dinner, silent and live auction, and performance, including excerpts of GO!’s newest works. GO! is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to elevate enthusiasm in the East Tennessee area while providing youth the opportunity to express artistry through dance. GO! is sponsored in part by Tennessee Arts Commission, Pilot Corp, Cathey and Co., WUOT 91.9fm and Sheri Good, Gables and Gates Realtors. For more information visit www.gocontemporarydance.com or call 865-539-2475.
Studio Arts For Dancers celebrates its 25th anniversary serving the Knoxville community Studio Arts for Dancers is celebrating its 25th season of dance instruction in the Knoxville community. Founded in 1990 by Lisa Hall McKee, STUDIO ARTS’ artistic director and staff have influenced thousands of children with their commitment to develop both artistry and technical excellence in their students. “Dance is for everybody,” McKee says. Our philosophy is to teach it correctly and motivate our students to love dance and the work that it entails. Each individual is different and we encourage our dancers to celebrate that, find out what their body is capable of and achieve it without worrying about where their peers are. Dance is an
individual sport taught in a group environment.” STUDIO ARTS for Dancers offers classes in pre-ballet, ballet, pointe, repertoire, modern, contemporary, Horton, jazz and tap. Classes are offered for pre-school age three through pre-professional and have added to their curriculum an adult program including yoga, ballet fitness and Zumba. “Our adult classes are taught by our teaching staff. There are so many advantages to taking adult classes from dancers: better explanation, a deeper understanding of body mechanics and encouragement by dancers who understand strengths and weaknesses in the body.” Following a specific syllabus, McKee ensures all students learn ballet history, anatomy and terminology. “It doesn’t matter to me that they take dance as a recreation. I still want them to learn dance correctly and love it. It is a discipline that is a life skill. I love it when students come
back as adults (sometimes with their own children) and tell me how important the work ethic and respect they learned at the studio has been to their lives. It makes what we do here have meaning.” With a current enrollment of 350 students and a 5000 square foot hightech facility with video observation in all three studios, STUDIO ARTS currently has 10 teachers on staff and continues to host prestigious teachers and choreographers from all over the US to work with its students. Many of McKee’s students have been accepted to prestigious summer dance programs including Tennessee Governor’s School of the Arts, Joffrey Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Jacobs Pillow and others. Others have been awarded acceptance to prestigious collegiate dance programs and many STUDIO ARTS dancers have continued on to professional performance careers. “What is great and unique about
our program is that we have a highly qualified and diverse staff which ensures correct, safe and creative teaching methods no matter what the level or aspirations of each student. We are dance educators.” “So many dancers have entered
our doors over the last 25 years, and I am thankful for each one of them. It is an honor and a blessing to contribute to the development of our youth. Although our lobby is busier and our classes are larger and there are much more of them, we invest our all in every dancer, every class. It is a beautiful thing.” STUDIO ARTS for Dancers performs annually at the historic Tennessee Theatre and is the home of GO! Contemporary Dance Works, a nonprofit youth dance company which blends contemporary ballet, modern, aerial arts and culturally influenced dance forms. It’s not too late to register for classes. Classes that began in August will culminate with the spring concert at the Tennessee Theatre in May. www.studioartsfordancers.net office@studioartsfordancers.net 865.539.2475
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