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July 13, 2016

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Powell Branch Library marks 10 years

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By Sarah Connatser

Brown Cemetery Ever wondered about the small, wooded cemetery on the hillside visible from the new Powell Drive? Marvin West went exploring for this week’s Historic Powell Station feature, and he found a marvelous tale that involves a former U.S. senator and more. There was, however, no mention of angora frogs.

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Mary Mahoney, assistant director of the University of Tennessee’s Center for Career Development and member of Bookwalter United Methodist Church, spends her days helping students prepare for life after graduation. A few years ago, she saw a need that wasn’t being addressed. Read Carol Shane on page A-7

Collector extraordinary Powell resident Sandra Perry is a collector. Almost every display – from old pictures of Gay Street pedestrians to Beatles figurines to a wall of trophies – ties in family and friends. “I try to include a little of my kids in everything.� Perry says her garageto-fantasy-basement renovation began two years ago. “I never had a car in here,� she says.

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Day camp Day campers at HGTV UT Gardens made new friends this summer – some with two legs, some with more and some that slither on the ground. “Your Wild Front Yard� was one theme for the week as 4and 5-year-olds played naturerelated games and explored the gardens at UT’s Institute of Agriculture.

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Melissa Ferguson is library manager at Powell Branch Library. Photos by Sarah Connatser

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The Powell Branch Library has been a well-loved fi xture of the Powell community for many years – in fact, this year makes a decade. The library will celebrate its 10th anniversary 2-7 p.m. Thursday, July 14, with birthday cake, punch and a gallery of photos, looking back down memory lane. The current library building was opened July 6, 2006, on land from the Collier farm. It received the Knoxville Beautification Award in 2009. The parking lot sports many trees and gardens and includes a permeable surface to reduce runoff into Beaver Creek. The backyard is filled with natural greenery, a section of Beaver Creek and plenty of wildlife including birds, rabbits and turkeys that often come right up to the library windows to take a peek inside.

Block party to launch Depot Drive revival By Sandra Clark There’s a party coming to Historic Powell Station where Justin Bailey has purchased and is rehabbing the former J.E. Groner building on Depot Drive. “It’s wild how excited people are about this,� said Bailey. “People stop nearly every time I’m there and ask to look around. They have such fond memories of Groner’s store. Really cool.� He will display pictures of the store from 1920, 1930 and 1950 in the upstairs hallway. Nature’s Fountain and Clover Cottage are pioneers on the street, with Nature’s Fountain the only tenant at the Groner building when Bailey bought it. New neighbors are Reap the Sew, relocating from an outgrown house on Emory Road, and Sarah McAffry, photographer, moving from Callahan Road. “The first thing I did was strip it

the event, set for 5 p.m. Thursday, July 14, on Depot Drive. Look for a bounce house for kids. Marta Kennedy and Michelle Kennedy Davis are offering free chair massages at Nature’s Fountain. The Powell Business and Professional Association had scheduled a “meet and greetâ€? for members at McAffry’s studio, so this will boost attendance. McAffry’s open house will continue until 9 p.m. with tours of her studio. Getting ready for Thursday’s block party are Justin Bailey, Marta Kennedy, Bailey has begun restoration of Andrea Vaughn, Alex Wrinkle and Sarah McAffry. the outside of the Groner building, stripping off the façade to restore all down to see how she looked un- covered with carpet. These were the original brick. The interior has derneath. It was better than I could lightly sanded and sealed to bring a decidedly contemporary look, have imagined. I had a vision of back the original color. In Reap though. what I thought the building wanted the Sew’s new space, the brick The folks on Depot Drive are to be and to watch that come to life walls were covered with sheetrock pioneers – young, computer-savwith these new tenants has been and hand-hewn rafters were hung vy and the first in bringing back a magical,â€? said Bailey. with drop ceiling.â€? vibrant retail atmosphere to His“When purchased, the inteBart and Cindy Elkins, own- toric Powell Station. rior had 108-year-old hardwood ers of The Front Porch, will cater Come on out and say hi.

Ron Williams, acclaimed artist, dies Family struggles to pay for funeral By Betty Bean Artist Ron Williams, whose sweeping mountain landscapes grace the walls of fine homes and galleries across America and abroad, died June 24 at Parkwest Medical Center of congestive heart failure. Two weeks later, his sister Elaine Ron Williams was struggling to at age 14 pay for his funeral. Part of the problem was that Williams was painfully shy and struggled with mental illness for most of his adult life. Artist Eric Sublett, a former gallery owner, said Williams, for all his talent, couldn’t deal with the business of art. “His main style was that of the Hudson River School, but he

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homed in on the Smokies and was amazingly prolific and technically astute and about as good as it gets in that realm,� Sublett said. “But sometimes it gets pretty desperate out there. The ultimate reward is to sell something and use the money to live. You’re basically

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Preacher’s wife fights back from heart attack Heart attack? No way. Elfredia Williams couldn’t believe that little pain high up in her shoulders was caused by anything more than the way she’d slept. “I just couldn’t believe it because I’d heard stories about how people hurt when they had a heart attack and all that pain,” she said. “My knees hurt me more every day than the heart attack hurt me. That was nothing.” With her main coronary artery 99 percent blocked, the 69-year-old retired social worker and preacher’s wife was a heartbeat away from heaven until Parkwest Medical Center cardiologist Dr. Stephen Marietta intervened with a stent that got her blood flowing again. The pain, however, was not over. Despite a total knee replacement three years ago on her right knee and her left knee now boneon-bone, Williams soon began a 12-week program of exercise in the cardiac rehab program at Parkwest Therapy Center at Fort Sanders West. Three times a week for 12 weeks, she pushed through the two-hour sessions with such severe knee pain that she was sometimes in tears. “I’ve come in here when both knees were hurting so bad it was all I could do,” she said. “But my heart health is really important. That’s the priority! And I’ve always prioritized things in my life, and this is the priority right now. So the knees have to take a back seat.” She pushed through the pain to not only complete the rehab, but did so with amazing results. The 5-foot-2 Williams lost 31.3 pounds of fat and built 10.5 pounds of lean muscle weight. “I knew I was doing well,” Williams said. “You know everybody goes by the weight, but I didn’t realize that they do the BMI (body mass index) and the muscle gain and that’s just as important as losing the weight. I was happy with the weight loss, but they say the way I lost it is really good because I gained the muscle mass and got stronger.” “She was strong and persevered through a tough time,” said Amy Dale, cardiac rehab registered nurse and case manager. “Even though it wasn’t easy she always had a sweet spirit and was encouraged by her increased ability to move with more ease and do the things she enjoys like going to church.” Amy Dale, RN “Elfredia is an amazing lady and I am proud to have the opportunity to work with her,” said exercise physiologist Chris Spruiell. “She not only successfully improved her lipids, blood pressure, body fat, lean muscle and exercise tolerance, she did so with excruciating pain in her hips and legs. Of course, we made sure that she was

as comfortable as possible by assigning her to the most appropriate exercise equipment for her condition, but it was still difficult for her. However, that didn’t stop her tremendous motivation. She pushed through the pain and, sometimes, tears to make unbelievable fitness gains and has been an inspiration to all of us!” Williams recalls one day Chris Spruiell, in particular when pain was Exercise getting the best of her. Physiologist “I went to get on one of the exercise machines and my eyes just started watering. I was crying, didn’t know I was crying but I was hurting,” she said. “Chris (Spruiell), the exercise physiologist, asked me if I wanted to just not do this one, but I said, ‘No, I’m getting on here.’ I got on and I was able to complete it, but that was really one day when it took all I had. Both my knees were hurting – one was burning, and the other one was stinging. At that point, I was praying, ‘Lord, get me through this. I have got to stay on my feet. I can’t fall. I’ve got to stay on my feet. If I stay on my feet, everything else will come and fall in place.’” She’s so convinced of the program’s value that after finishing the 12-week course, she decided to continue in the maintenance program. Since doing so, she’s already lost another five pounds. “I could go with my husband to a health club for $10, but $45 a month is a small price to pay for the security and safety that you have here,” she said. “If something happens, the nurses are here. They have access to a physician. They give you individual attention. They can judge how much time I need to spend on different machines, my blood pressure is taken every time I am here, and they check my weight and pulse each time. There’s just a safety issue here that’s really worth it.” She appreciates, too, the concern shown by the staff on her tougher days. “They’ll ask me, ‘Do you want to stop?’ And I’ll say, ‘No, no. I’ve got to stay on my feet.’ Do you want to quit? Nooooo! Do you want to cut back? Nooooo.’ I’ve got to do this. I’ve got to stay on my feet because I know I need to strengthen my heart and I’m trying to lose weight. I’ve done well with that. I’m feeling good.” “They are very encouraging too,” Williams added. “They told me that one of the ladies on the staff said she wasn’t going to complain about something hurting on her if I was able to do my exercises with my knees like this. I said, ‘That’s alright. You just put it out there and just keep on going.’ I’ll tell you in a minute that I’m hurting but I’m going to keep going. I try not to complain because even with

Despite her aches and pains, Elfreida Williams faithfully attends Parkwest Cardiac Rehab and is thrilled with her results.

my knees hurting, I feel good. I actually feel good. They are used to it now when I say, ‘I feel good and I’m about to fall out.’” This October she’ll be evaluated to determine if she is ready for another knee replacement surgery. Even if she gets the green light, she’s not sure she will do it. But she is sure of one thing – she won’t be quitting her cardiac rehab maintenance. “I’m a Christian,” she says without hesitation. “I don’t have any problem telling you I’m a Christian, I don’t apologize for it. That’s who I am. That’s what I am. I know who I am and

I know who I belong to. But you know, God never told me I had to be perfect, but he told me I had to be obedient and had to be faithful. So I’m going to be faithful to what I do. And that’s my driving force. I’m faithful to Him, I’m going to be faithful to His word, and this has happened to me so I’m going to be faithful in dealing with it. That’s Elfredia! You just don’t quit. You just don’t.” For more information about Parkwest Cardiac Rehab, visit www. TreatedWell.com/CardiacRehab, or call (865) 531-5560.

Parkwest Cardiac Rehab helps patients develop healthier habits Exercise at Cardiac Rehab involves a combined use Leaving the hospital with a new heart disease diagnosis calls for a new lifestyle. Often this lifestyle change begins of stationary bicycles, elliptical machines, treadmills, with a cardiac rehabilitation program. At the Parkwest weights and steps. During activity, Cardiac Rehabilitation Outpatient Program (CROP) at Fort each patient is supervised by a heart Sanders West, a combined program of education and exermonitor. As a patient’s heart grows cise helps patients grow in physical strength and knowlstronger, their exercise regimen is adjusted for maximum benefit. edge, allowing them to easily manage their heart condition and reduce their chance of future hospital visits. While some patients are conUpon arriving at CROP, patients are thoroughly evaluvinced that they can achieve the ated based on individual knowledge, needs and prefersame results at home or by joining a gym, the majority change their ences. An exercise physiologist assesses each patient’s abilities and creates a personal fitness program to meet mind after a visit to cardiac rehab. their cardiac goals. Thereafter, most patients follow an Karen Kirkland, RN CMM, works appointment schedule of three days a week for three with patients at rehab and states, months. Karen Kirkland, RN “We hear a lot that patients thought

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the exercise they were doing before a heart event was enough or the right kind of exercise, but after they attend cardiac rehab they tell us they learned that they really weren’t exercising the right way or at least not enough to improve their heart health.” The constant monitoring and adjustment offered at cardiac rehab ensures that patient’s efforts in healthy living are not in vain. Patients repeatedly state that it’s well worth the time to improve their health and change the course of their lives. You can learn more about cardiac rehabilitation and hearth health at TreatedWell.com under the Clinical Services section, or call Parkwest Medical Center Cardiac Rehab at Fort Sanders West at 865-531-5560.

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Sandra Perry’s time capsule By Carol Z. Shane Powell resident Sandra Perry says she started her mid-20th-century basement time capsule for her 10 grandkids. “They don’t just want to sit around the kitchen table, you know.� She cleaned out a corner of the garage and made a place for them to watch movies, and it grew from there. “I’m a visionary, I guess!� she chuckles. The room now contains five main areas: the “drivein� with big-screen TV, cars painted on the wall with reflective tail lights added and Astroturf underfoot; “Route 66,� which features automotive memorabilia and a TV “just for video games�; a comfy Victorian sitting area; a Coca-Cola bar with tabletop jukebox, Elvis, James Dean and Marilyn Monroe cookie jars, a countertop salvaged from a Wendy’s restaurant, and plenty of references to the fizzy drink; and the toy room, which contains a wealth of Fisher-Price and other brands of toys. Her grandchildren “just go crazy when they see it,� Perry says. Lining the upper wall in the Coca-Cola bar are high school photographs of Perry’s nearest and dearest friends. She grew up on Gratz Street in the Fourth & Gill neighbor-

Still close to her childhood friends, Perry hosts regular get-togethers in her retro party room. Shown are, back, John Stansberry, Sandra Perry, Geraldine Blair, Dolores Miller, Bob Lawson and Joyce Prater Hale; seated, Linda Scarbrough Cash, Bob Cardwell and John Prater. Perry has Another favorite area is her gift-wrapping station, modeled on an old-time department store. known Hale and Cash “since we were 2 and a half.�

hood “with 21 boys and nine girls,� she says. Although a few members have passed on, the close-knit childhood gang still continues to meet regularly. Recently, Perry threw a party for John Prater, a former KUB employee who is moving to Arizona. “I wanted to see Johnny,� says Perry. “I knew I wouldn’t see him again.� Almost every display – from old pictures of Gay

Street pedestrians to Beatles figurines to a wall of trophies – ties in family and friends. “I try to include a little of my kids in everything.� Perry says her garage-tofantasy-basement renovation had its beginnings two years ago. “I never had a car in here,� she says. “It was just a junk hole.� With the help of her son Steve, an Air Force veteran who now repairs jet engines for Standard Air, she

added sheetrock and a ceiling, electrical systems, decorative floor covers, counters and a freestanding fireplace for the sitting area. “My grandparents moved into Fourth & Gill in 1878,� she says. “I was trying to recreate the kind of sitting rooms we had there.� Perry’s husband Bill, formerly employed by TVA and Oak Ridge’s Y12 plant, died in 1997. They were married

escape the real world and dive into a book. According to Ferguson, there is often a Melissa Ferguson has ing into a digital age, the li- small crowd of people lined been the library manager brary has increased circula- up at the library’s entrance at Powell for five years, tion every year and remains in the early morning, waithaving worked there since well-loved in the commu- ing for the doors to open. 1999, when the library was nity, visited by people of all The library has been eshoused on Emory Road ages every day. Ferguson pecially attractive to kids near Powell High School. says libraries won’t be “put and parents, who regularly Previously, she worked with out of business� by the rapid attend the many events that the McClung Collection and increase in popularity of eB- Powell Branch Library hosts the University of Tennessee ooks and other digital read- year-round. On Wednesday ing sources; the library will and Friday mornings, the library. Ferguson recalls being face changes, big and small, library welcomes infants nervous about moving the that reflect the growing tech- and toddlers for group readlibrary to a new location, nological state of our culture. ing sessions; on the first “Libraries will serve the Thursday of each month, but she said the community response to the new build- public with their changing families are encouraged to needs,� Ferguson assures. join Family Pajama Story ing was “overwhelming.� “I love the people, and I She says the digital books Time. Powell Branch also love the community,� Fer- feature, a fairly new compo- hosts a summer reading guson says of her tenure at nent of the library, has been program for kids and teens, Powell. “We have the best well received. The Powell in which participants are library is still a respite for given objectives to complete patrons in Knox County.� Despite the world mov- those who simply want to each week through reading.

These programs, says Ferguson, are what keep kids engaged. Ferguson is hopeful about the next 10 years. “I’m so lucky to work here. I couldn’t be happier.� The coming years are looking good for Powell Branch Library, a place that is sure to continue being a proud establishment of the Powell community.

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28 years. On the wall in the Coca-Cola bar is the metal luggage rack from the bicycle she was riding when she first met him as a teenager. Perry’s career has been with East Tennessee Children’s Hospital and the Knox County Health Department. She now works in administration for the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Her five sons and one daughter make their homes all over

the globe, and she’s proud to point out the Navy, Air Force and Army careers among them. Her husband was active duty National Guard at the time of his death. “We’re a military family,� she says. As for her unusual blastfrom-the-past basement, Perry swears with a smile that “I’m not a collector. I just arrange things.� Send story suggestions to news@ shoppernewsnow.com.

CALL FOR ARTISTS ■Arts in the Park, “Art in the Heart of Hamblen County,� a one-day celebration of visual and performing arts scheduled for Sept. 17 at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 350 W. Ninth North St., Morristown, will accept artists’ applications through July 15. Arts in the Park is a juried event. All work must be original to and created by the exhibitor. Info/ application: morristownart.org

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starts Friday Rex Stooksbury, George Stooksbury, Jim Prince, Larry Stooksbury and Joe Stooksbury.

Thanking a coach The Stooksbury brothers of Powell celebrated with their former basketball coach at a recent lunch. Jim Prince was the head coach at Powell High School for nine years, 1959-68, compiling a 178-90 record. Stooksbury brothers Rex, George, Larry and Joe played varsity ball for him. “In spite of lack of facilities, budget

Ron Williams en care of. When Burchett learned that Williams was a U.S. Navy veteran, he assigned his veterans’ services officer to the case and made some phone calls. Members of the Fulton High School Alumni Association got involved, and by the end of the day, the funeral was scheduled. Elaine Williams, who had spent several hot summer days on foot, knocking on doors and asking for help, was relieved when a graveside service was set for Tuesday, July 12. Those attending met at East Ten-

issues and instability in the program, Coach Prince, through his dedication, was instrumental in beginning a winning tradition for the Powell Panther basketball program,� said Larry Stooksbury. Prince went on to become a principal in Knox County Schools and is now retired. He was principal at both Halls Elementary and Adrian Burnett Elementary schools.

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nessee Veterans Cemetery on John Sevier Highway for a graveside service with full military honors conducted by the East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard. She hopes people will remember her brother for his caring heart as well as for his great talent. “Ron had faith. He’d given his life to the Lord and even as sick as he was, he was always concerned for others.� To see a sampling of Ron Williams’ work, go to https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=YpBYF7w7oHU.

COMMUNITY NOTES ■Broadacres Homeowners Association. Info: Steven Goodpaster, generalgood paster@gmail.com. ■Enhance Powell meets 4-5 p.m. each second Wednesday at the Powell Branch Library. Info: 661-8777. ■Knox North Lions Club meets 1 p.m. each first and third Wednesday, Puleo’s Grille, 110 Cedar Lane. Info: facebook. com/knoxnorthlions. ■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.

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ESPN explains Tennessee schedule Amazing what you can ticeably more difficult in learn from ESPN. October than on either end. This “lopsided� factoid was presented as monumental news, level 8, up there with the discovery of Marvin another planet or the recall of mayonnaise. West Oh my, the schedule might knock the Vols out of a national championOne of the great net- ship. That part is accurate. work’s analytical geniuses, Odds are it will. That’s what known for comprehensive schedules do. research, told us the TenSeptember is Appalanessee football schedule is chian State on a school unbalanced. The descrip- holiday, Virginia Tech in tive word was “lopsided,� the spectacular-to-be Batwhich is close to correct. tle at Bristol, Ohio U. (not The schedule appears more to be confused with Ohio like my physique, bulging in State) and the really big one the middle. against Florida. The Vol challenge is noOctober is when the boys

become men – at Georgia, at Texas A&M, home against Alabama. Even the open date is potentially threatening. If the Vols lose again to the Tide, a hangover is almost sure to follow. If the Vols win, it might take more than a couple of weeks to return to Earth. That sets up a tricky trip to South Carolina. Strange that ESPN and the world are just now noticing that Tennessee Novembers are rigged. For generations, UT teams have generally improved as they went along. November was a dependable time to enhance the season record. For coaches above the borderline, it was time to milk the cash cow, negotiate contract

extensions, gain significant raises and qualify for bowl bonuses. Indeed, there have been several Novembers to remember. Thirty-seven times since the Southeastern Conference was organized, Tennessee has won all its November league games. That was possible because the “Third Saturday� was in October. In November, in times past, there was unbelievable domination of Kentucky and Vanderbilt – 26 in a row over the Wildcats, 22 consecutive against the Commodores. If you want to dig deeper, UK defeated UT four times in 46 years. Vandy won four in 50. This

does skew late-season worksheets. Beginning at the SEC beginning, in 1933, Robert R. Neyland went 31-5 against league foes in November. Bowden Wyatt was only 10-10. For that and other reasons, he was asked to go away. Doug Dickey got off to a slow start but ended up with 12 victories in 19 SEC November games. Bill Battle finished poorly but was 15-5 in his seven Novembers. John Majors’ Vols went 40-12 against conference opponents in November. He had an eight-year run where he didn’t lose late. Phillip Fulmer was the best of the bunch, 41-5.

Northeast survey reveals desires, needs The online survey of business availability in Northeast Knoxville is entering its final week. Your voice is important and we want to hear from you. Please invest five minutes to complete the survey monkey questionnaire – there are just 9 questions – so we will have a decent database to help launch a successful Economic Summit for the northeast quadrant this fall. The Chamber and Leadership Knoxville have said they will join us in that effort. So will the four BPAs active in our area. Sneak Preview: Here is how things are looking based on the first 100 respondents’ opinions we have received. Over 60 percent of you say you shop mainly at the East Towne business district and along the Broadway corridor. Less than 35 percent identify West Town and Turkey Creek as their

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main choice. That’s not surprising. We live in the East or Northeast part of the city and would rather shop and support businesses in our own backyard. If our survey could reach folks from the outlying areas in Knox County, as well as Grainger, Union, Campbell and Jefferson counties, not to mention South Knoxville, I bet that north-and-east local business numbers would be even higher. Who needs the traffic and hassles of the west side if you can find what you need out here? Over 65 percent of the survey respondents thus far assert that more retail

is needed out here. Where are the developers and entrepreneurs? Opportunities abound for restaurants and bakeries to higher quality clothing stores, especially for women – you know the majority who really control the purse strings in America – and other retail. More and better restaurants were specifically identified as a need. Personally, I end up braving west traffic occasionally to visit a Bravo Italian or Carrabas or Hard Knox pizza, just to sample some varied flavors. Meanwhile, locals stand in line on the weekends to get into Aubreys, Puleo’s or a nearby steak house. The Habaneros brothers have recently added a second restaurant just to handle the daily flow. Chefs, where are you? Bistro yourself out here. Many of the respondents identified greater health care as a need they would

like to see fulfilled. That varies from walk-in clinics and women’s-care or childcare centers to a full service hospital. We have been shortchanged ever since St. Mary’s (now Tennova) decided to chase the fatter insurance policies out west. Countless people have identified the old (caring) St. Mary’s as the place where they or their children were born or a loved one had surgery and attentive post-op care. The days of the good Sister hauling in one of Peyton’s passes have waned. Other respondents cite the need for greater care facilities to treat Alzheimer’s or dementia-related illnesses. They say UT services in that regard are backlogged and thus hard to access. Without attempting more than this short survey glimpse right now, I will say that some respon-

dents want to see more pedestrian-friendly roads, a cleaner and better run mall (wake up Simon and your salvage holding company W.P.Glimcher!), as well as more family-run local businesses. Perhaps the Magnolia corridor revamp will jumpstart the effort there. The city engineers need to make upper Broadway easier to traverse by car and on foot, and so on. Meantime, please log on to your computer and take the survey. You can spare five minutes. The internet link is: surveymonkey. com/r/KCMR9X9. You can also reach it from my Facebook page. We’ll close that survey portal next week. Act now. Don’t just sit on your hands. Let’s take charge of our future. Let the Summit begin! Nick Della Volpe is a lawyer who represents District 4 on the Knoxville City Council. Reach him at ndellavolpe@ gmail.com

All the above lost credit for one or more victories over Vanderbilt because the games were in December. As bad as was Derek Dooley’s coaching, his November record against SEC opponents was 8-4. Butch Jones is 8-4. The easy part of the typical Tennessee schedule is not easy. The Vols are often at a psychological disadvantage. Going back to Neyland, Kentucky and Vandy would hide behind their disappointments and wait in ambush, hoping to disrupt or spoil the Orange season. So it remains, forever and ever, amen. Marvin West welcomes reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

GOSSIP AND LIES ■Steve Hall does not have my endorsement in District 18, even though he apparently sent out a mailer implying that. ■James Corcoran would be my choice if I voted in District 18, which I do not. ■And it speaks to the quality of candidates in that race that the only one I’ve not yet met is James Corcoran. ■Hey, Amy Brace! I met the new principal at Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Academy last week and she got my attention. Brace looked at her community school volunteers and said, “We don’t want anyone to come here with pity.� ■“Our kids are as smart as any others, and if some started in a hole, then we just have to work harder to pull them up.� ■Susan Espiritu is handing over her staff and students to a hard-nosed leader. And we’re going to have some fun this year!

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Horn or Pelot in District 5? Honoring school security officers of the year are: Security Chief Gus Paidousis, school board chair Doug Harris, Officer Frank Humphrey, Officer J. Gibson and interim superintendent Buzz Thomas.

School security officers honored Security Chief Gus Paidousis and interim Superintendent Buzz Thomas recognized two school security officers for outstanding service during the Board of Education meeting last week. Officers Frank Humphrey and J. Gibson were selected as officers of the year from more than 100 officers. Paidousis said 10 recruits are in the middle of a fiveweek training regimen and will graduate at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 28, at Fulton High School. Also, Knox County Board of Education has approved: North: Refinishing the

proposal with ThinkCERCA for student licenses and a professional development package for Mooreland Sandra Heights Elementary School Clark at a cost of $4,000; An agreement with Knox County and the city of Knoxville for a common gym floor at Powell High wall between the Sarah School for $17,196.00 using Simpson Professional Defunds athletics and general velopment Center and the school funds; plans to start old South High School propa blended algebra and math erty, pending law director’s I program at Gibbs, Central final approval; and Fulton high schools; Reinstitution of a lease Fulton High to upgrade agreement with Commuweight room with Lift Life nity Action Committee for Foundation grant not to ex- use of the old Anderson ceed $150,000. Elementary School facility South: A partnership for purpose of a Headstart

pre-school through June 30, 2035. Mooreland Heights Elementary to receive a Focus Schools grant for $59,809 to support gap closure for this Title I focus school. East: An agreement with Pellissippi State Community College for the academic plan of the Career Magnet Academy through August 2017; also amended lease agreement for additional space for CMA; Chilhowee Elementary to receive a Focus Schools Grant for $81,884 to support gap closure for this Title I focus school for 2016-17 school year.

Ex-senator Brock won’t attend GOP convention The East Tennessee Development District, along with the East Tennessee Human Resource Agency, celebrates 50 years at an awards banquet at the Museum of Appalachia in Norris on July 14. This agency has assisted many disadvantaged persons in the mid-east Tennessee area. ■Former U.S. Sen. Bill Brock, who lives in Annapolis, Md., is a former Republican National Committee chair, but he will not attend the Republican National Convention for the first time in over three decades. His son Oscar Brock was recently elected GOP National Committee member from Tennessee and is an alternate delegate. The senior Brock continues to be active for the GOP at other levels and is hosting a fund raiser for Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan in a few weeks. This writer is a delegate for Marco Rubio to the GOP convention and this week is serving on the platform committee in Cleveland, Ohio. ■In December 2017, five members of City Council rotate off due to term limits. They are Nick Della Volpe, Brenda Palmer, Nick Pavlis, Duane Grieve and Daniel Brown. People are already starting to look at running for these five seats. One of the most active is Lauren Rider, who lives

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in Old North Knoxville on East Scott Avenue and is eyeing the Della Volpe seat. A few weeks ago, I had lunch with her at Savelli’s on Sutherland and left impressed by her commitment and knowledge as well her dedication to service. Rider, 41, is married to neurologist Dr. Steven Rider, and they have two boys, Hagen, 7, and Finley, 8, who will be in Beaumont Magnet school this fall. She has lived in Knoxville since 2005 and works as the librarian at the Division Street campus of Pellissippi State. She met her husband at Indiana University Medical School, and she got her graduate degree in library science from the same university. She received her undergraduate degree in exercise science from Georgia State. In the 11 years she has lived here, she has been very active as president of Old North Knoxville from 2010 to 2014, as co-chair of the Broadway Corridor Task Force, on the Knoxville Neighborhoods Advisory Council for two terms, member of the Knox County Library Advisory Board and on the Knoxville public

property naming committee. She is a strong historic preservationist and received the 2011 Knox Heritage Ronald Childress Preservationist Award. Her other issues include greenways, infrastructure improvement and sidewalks. â– The House race in West Knox County for the District 18 seat now held by state Rep. Martin Daniel is becoming more heated as early voting beings this Friday. A debate was held last night between Daniel, James Corcoran, Steve Hall and Bryan Dodson. Hall has sent out two attack pieces on Daniel, and Daniel has responded with mailers reminding voters that Hall, along with then-Sen. Stacey Campfield, tried to sell Lakeshore Park. Daniel accuses Hall of wanting to increase his current state pension by 50 percent through one more term in the House. Hall also draws a city pension from his council service. Hall for four years was almost invisible, but he has started early in attacking Daniel. Daniel is reminding voters why they retired Hall two years ago. Also in the contest is Corcoran, who has impressed many observers with his calm, articulate approach. He is hindered by not having the campaign funds which the others have.

â– Ron Williams, Knoxville landscape artist, died June 24 at 69. While his death was not widely reported, his works represent the Hudson River stylized artist approach. They are in many homes across Knox County as well as our convention center. A talented and vigorous artist, he will be deeply missed. â– Mayor Rogero deserves compliments for insisting reforms in the KPD moonlighting policy go forward and no retribution occur against the officers who raised the issue. â– Thanks to poor management decisions by UT athletic director Dave Hart and others, UT has paid out over $4 million to settle lawsuits which they said they would vigorously defend when first filed. That assertion was a myth. It seems no one is being held to account for this. Will Hart simply get another pay raise? UT President Joe DiPietro will appoint a commission to review Title IX compliance. It is imperative this commission be totally objective and include persons free to ask questions. The commission must have staff to do the work. UT personnel must be instructed to cooperate and provide access to all documents. The meetings must be open to the public.

If the 5th District school board runoff had been held last fall, the debate would have started (and pretty much ended) with the question, “James McIntyre: for him or against him?� The controversial former superintendent changed the conversation when he announced in December that he was stepping down from his $228K (plus perks) job. But underlying issues still remain. Both Susan Horn and Buddy Pelot have relatives who have served in public office – state Rep. Jason Zachary is married to Horn’s Susan Horn cousin, and former City Council member Barbara Pelot is Buddy Pelot’s mother – but the candidates say that family ties have little to do with their reasons for running. Horn finished Buddy Pelot first in the three-way March primary with 4,364 votes, or 44.86 percent, narrowly missing the 50 percent plus one needed to avoid a runoff. Pelot got 2,932 votes, or 30.14 percent, nosing out third-place finisher Lori Ann Boudreaux, who had 2,431 votes for 24.99 percent. A longtime PTA stalwart and school volunteer, Horn is doing lots of door knocking and enjoys the support of PACE, the political action committee of the Knox County Education Association, and SPEAK, an organized group of teachers and parents who banded together to oppose corporate education reform and the high-stakes testing that accompanied it. Susan and Brad Horn have two daughters who attended Knox County schools. She said that working in her children’s schools got her interested in running for school board. “I’ve worked alongside teachers on the parents’ side for a long time, and I’ve seen some of the consequences of state reforms – how they’ve changed the overall atmosphere and environment in our schools over the past few years. That’s what led me to want to run.�

Betty Bean Pelot, an attorney whose given name is Reuben Nisbet Pelot IV, is the son of longtime West Knox dentist Reuben “Nib� Pelot (and Barbara, of course). He and his wife Judith have three daughters who have or currently are attending Knox County schools. Both have been actively involved in the PTA, and he decided to run after hearing that incumbent Karen Carson wasn’t going to seek re-election. He has gotten strong support from the city’s business elite, largely mirroring that of District 2 candidate Grant Standefer, who lost to former teacher Jennifer Owen in the primary. Pelot said the similarity between his contributor list and Standefer’s is because they share a common consultant, Gary Drinnen of Targeted Strategies. When asked how he will turn the March numbers around in the August election, he said his campaign will look for the most efficient ways to get the word out. Drinnen is known for massive amounts of direct mail. Pelot said he’s always had a deep interest in education (UT’s Bob Kronick, founder of Knox County Schools’ community schools movement, urged him to pursue a master’s in education rather than go to law school). “I’m not getting into this because I’ve got an agenda. I’m just pursuing excellence in education for all our kids in Knox County,� he said, echoing a McIntyre theme. “I’m an advocate in my career, and there are no attorneys on the board, so I can add something there, rather than just being another voice on the board.�

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At M Morning i Pointe P i t of Powell’s Lantern Alzheimer’s Community, the residents wanted to do something very special in memory of Pat Summitt. Many residents wore orange, and they planted an orange forget-me-not in the memory garden. Each resident had either met Pat, knew her personally or was a season-ticket holder for the Lady Vols. All were lifelong fans. Her passing has touched them all. Residents at Morning Pointe of Powell: (front) Jane Hodges, Ralph Mertz, Shirley Stansberry, Betty Siebert, Betty Mitchell; (back) Ferd Hall, Terry Kanopka, Earl Hoffmeister, Margaret Herbison, Doris McCurdy, Gene Woods and Earl Wilson celebrate the life of Pat Summitt by wearing orange and planting an orange forget-me-not in the garden. Photo submitted

Jackson surprises Morning Pointe residents For some time, the residents of Morning Pointe of Powell had enjoyed gathering together to listen to Alan Jackson and sing along. So Lantern program coordinator Lynda Rose decided to write a letter to Jackson, explaining to him how his music has touched the lives of and blessed the residents. Last week, the center received a package from Jackson that brought tears to the eyes of Rose and many others. Residents Betty Sibert and Margaret Herbison were happy and excited to receive the gift Alan Jackson had sent to the group: his CD “Precious Memories, Vol. II,� along with an autographed photo. They immediately gathered their fellow residents to enjoy some refreshments and hear some of Jackson’s finest tunes. Betty Sibert and Margaret Herbison show the gifts sent from country-music star Alan Jackson to the residents of Morning Pointe of Powell Lantern. Photo submitted

Pierce entertains at Morning Pointe Conrad Pierce, singer, pianist and guitarist, performed for residents at Morning Pointe of Powell. Pierce, a Nashville native, plays for seniors throughout the community, performing mainly country tunes and oldies. Pierce has toured for years opening for many acts in Nashville and now enjoys dedicating his time to senior centers. The assisted-living resiMorning Pointe resident Mar- dents loved hearing some of jorie Lawson poses for a pho- their favorites including “Tento with Nashville singer and nessee Waltz� as a tribute to musician Conrad Pierce. Photo Pat Summitt. submitted

SENIOR NOTES

â– The Heiskell Senior Center 1708 W. Emory Road. Info: Janice White, 548-0326 Upcoming: Monthly luncheon, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, July 14; barbecue lunch and speaker provided by Mynatt Funeral Home. Mobile Meals served every Wednesday; $2 donation requested; RSVP by noon Tuesday.

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Bookwalter UMC partners with Smokey’s Closet By Carol Z. Shane Mary Mahoney, assistant director of the University of Tennessee’s Center for Career Development and member of Bookwalter United Methodist Church, spends her days helping students prepare for life after graduation. She’s well versed in a variety of channels such as internships and job fairs that can open up opportunities in the working world. A few years ago, she saw a need that wasn’t being addressed. “We’d heard students say they needed clothing,� she says. “Suit jackets, pants, things like that.� Goodlooking business clothing is indeed pricey, and college students generally aren’t known for their bulging wallets. Thus was born Smokey’s Closet, named for the school’s mascot. The first year, says Mahoney, “We had collected quite a good amount. The students started lining up an hour before the time frame. Literally in a couple of hours we had given away all the clothes we’d collected.� The need was even greater than she and her colleagues had anticipated. And there was another problem: storage space.

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University of Tennessee graduate student Bree Shepard helps collect and organize business clothing for Smokey’s Closet, an initiative that provides UT students with quality apparel for job interviews and other career opportunities. Photo submitted “We were in an old dorm,� Mahoney says. “We had lots of extra space.� But when her offices were relocated, that space shrunk considerably, so Mahoney approached her church for help. The folks at Bookwalter UMC were glad to set up a rack in the fellowship hall, and they’ll be collecting clothing through Aug. 7 or possibly later. Items needed include: ■Full suits (coats with

matching pants or skirt) ■Contemporary suit jackets or blazers ■Shirts/blouses appropriate to wear underneath a suit coat ■Dress slacks ■Skirts in darker colors such as black, brown or dark gray ■Ties ■New dress socks and nylons ■Shoes This time around, UT’s Student Government As-

sociation has also stepped in to help. “We want to revitalize the initiative,� says Mahoney. “We’re trying to be there as a resource and to help students out.� To donate gently used, good quality, clean, readyto-wear business clothing to Smokey’s Closet, call the UT Center for Career Development at 865-974-5435 or Bookwalter UMC at 865689-3349. Send story suggestions to news@ shoppernewsnow.com.

Give her a share in the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the city gates. (Proverbs 31: 31) Long years ago when I was in grammar school, I learned that the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament had 31 chapters and that the 31st chapter had 31 verses. So, the teacher explained, since 31 was also the maximum number of days in a month, every person on the planet could claim the verse from that chapter in Proverbs that corresponded with their birthday. I went home that afternoon and looked up Proverbs 31. My birthday is the first day of the month, and so my verse said, by way of introduction, “The words of King Lemuel. An oracle that his mother taught him:� Well, that was pretty disappointing for me! Beginning with the 10th verse, however, the words of King Lemuel are an acrostic poem about the capable wife. It is an ode, really, extolling her virtues, wisdom, industriousness, good business sense, faithfulness to her husband, generosity and happy children. In 1984, when I moved to New Jersey, my new nextdoor neighbor came over to chat. As we exchanged information about ourselves, I told her that I was a musician and what denomination I belonged to, and she immediately told me the church I should visit first. So the next Sunday, we went to the church she had recommended and took our 2-year-old Jordan to the toddlers’ class, where a wise woman said, “You should meet my friend Anne.� I followed her instructions, and the rest is history. Even though John and Anne still live in New Jersey, we are still best friends and visit each other as often as we can. King Lemuel described my Anne to a T!

Making the most of summer with Beaver Ridge UMC By Nancy Anderson Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church’s T-N-T program offers kindergarten through fifth-grade kids eight weeks of quality, Christ-centered summer activities filled with games, special programs and field trips. Started more than 20 years ago as a Tuesday and Thursday extension of the church’s Mother’s Day Out program, the series now hosts around 25 kids and includes Wednesdays. Children bring a sack lunch and head out in the church van at 9 a.m. for four hours of

fun at local attractions such as Strike and Spare bowling alley, McFee Park Splash Pad, Laser Quest, JumpJam Trampoline Park and the American Museum of Science and Energy. “I think T-N-T is a summer experience the kids will remember for years,� said children’s program director Vicki Davenport. “They made new friends, did exciting things, had brand-new experiences and just generally had fun together making the most of summer. “I love to see them growing up, getting a little older, a little wiser, and still wanting to

come back to us to have fun in the summer year after year. To me, that’s a successful program. “The kids are learning how to share, how to take turns, how to compete gracefully, how to make lifelong friends and how to include everyone. No one is left out. They all grow together and learn that everyone is someone special ‌ and that makes my heart happy.â€? The T-N-T program welcomed 10 new kindergartners this year. Davenport said she wouldn’t be surprised if there were a wait list next summer. Info: preschool@Beaver RidgeUMC

Eight-year-old Luke Smith has a hair-raising experience at the American Museum of Science and Energy in Oak Ridge during a T-N-T children’s event sponsored by Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church. Photo submitted

FAITH NOTES Community services ■Cross Roads Presbyterian, 4329 E. Emory Road, hosts the Halls Welfare Ministry food pantry 6-7 p.m. each second Tuesday and 10-11 a.m. each fourth Saturday. ■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 ■Beaver Dam Baptist Church Women’s Ministry (WOW – Women of Worth), 4328 E. Emory Road, is holding the Beth Moore Simulcast, “A Day with Beth,� on Saturday, Sept. 17. Salem Baptist Church and Fairview Baptist Church are partnering and other commu-

nity churches are invited to join. Cost: $10; includes boxed lunch. Info: 922-2322. ■Fairview Baptist Church, 7424 Fairview Road, will host Men’s Night Out, 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5. Cost: $15. Dinner, 5 p.m.; conference, 6:45 p.m. Speakers: Johnny Hunt, Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Woodstock, Ga.; and James Merritt, Senior Pastor, Crosspointe Church, Duluth, Ga. Info/registration: fairviewbaptist.com. ■First Comforter Church, 5516 Old Tazewell Pike, hosts MAPS (Mothers At Prayer Service) noon each Friday. Info: Edna Hensley, 771-7788. ■Powell Church, 323 W. Emory Road, hosts Recovery at Powell each Thursday. Dinner, 6 p.m.; worship, 7; groups, 8:15. The program embraces people who struggle with addiction, compulsive behav-

iors, loss and life challenges. Info: recoveryatpowell.com or 938-2741. ■Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, 701 Merchant Drive, will host Vol For Life Inky Johnson delivering an inspirational talk followed by a free showing of the movie “Woodlawn� 6 p.m. Sunday, July 17. Open to the entire community. Info: 688-4343.

Music/singings ■Ailor Dale Baptist Church, Beard Valley Road in Maynardville, will hold its quarterly singing 7 p.m. Saturday, July 23. Everyone welcome. ■Mount Harmony Baptist Church, 819 Raccoon Valley Road NE, will host a benefit singing 7 p.m. Saturday, July 30, for Rick Alan King and Lana. The benefit is to help with Lana’s medical expenses. A love offering will be taken.

Singers include: Messiah’s Call, Heart to Heart and the Gloryway Believers. Everyone welcome.

Special services â– Pleasant Gap Baptist Church, 4311 Pleasant Gap Dr., will hold Homecoming Service beginning 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 17. No Sunday school or evening service. The Rev. Bill Smith will bring the message. Everyone welcome.

Youth programs â– Beaver Ridge UMC Young Adults, 7753 Oak Ridge Highway, will hold a car wash 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, Advance Auto Parts located at Kingston Pike and Lovell Road. Proceeds go to help cover the cost of their trip to New York in August. Info: 6901060 or beaverridgeumc.org.

VBS NOTES â– Beaver Ridge UMC, 7753 Oak Ridge Highway, July 28-31. Times: 5:30-8 p.m. ThursdayFriday; 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. Sunday during the combined church service. A covered dish lunch will follow the Sunday service at 11:30. Info: 690-1060 or beaverridgeumc.org. â– Bethany Baptist, 6705 Raccoon Valley Road, 7-9 p.m., July 25-29. â– Glenwood Baptist Church of Powell, 7212 Central Ave Pike. Ages 4 through fifth grade.

Kickoff, 6 p.m. Sunday, July 24; free food and games. VBS continues 6 p.m. MondayWednesday, July 25-27. Theme: “Castaway Island.� Info: 938-2611. ■Mount Hermon UMC, 235 E. Copeland Road, 6-8:30 p.m. July 24-27. Ages 3 through rising sixth graders. Kick-off and family cookout, 6 p.m. Sunday, July 24. Theme: “Cave Quest, Following Jesus, The Light of the World.� Dinner served each night. Everyone welcome.

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Knoxville Children’s Theatre to present ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.’ Knoxville Children’s Theatre will present “Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.,� a version of the hit Broadway musical specially adapted for children and families and based on the popular MGM fi lm. Harvard’s beloved blonde takes the stage by glittery pink storm in “Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.,� which follows Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. The role of Elle is played by KCT veteran Hannah Sloas, and Warner Huntington III is played by Joseph Coram. “Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.� will be performed July 15-31 at the Knoxville Children’s Theatre auditorium, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performance times are 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased in advance at 865-208-3677 or at knoxvillechildrenstheatre. com. The play is directed by KCT Academy director Dennis E. Perkins Paul Jones serves as musical director.

Camp buddies Davis Berry, Flossie Burnett and Trip Anderson thoughtfully observe a bee resting on a flower.

Camping in the UT Gardens By Sara Barrett

Paulette (Abigayle DeBusk) tries to convince Elle (Hannah Sloas) to stay in law school in “Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.� at the Knoxville Children’s Theatre. Photos by Ruth White

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“Research shows getting children outside reduces their stress levels and makes them more environmentally conscious,� says Stowell. “It is good for them to explore the garden on their own, with some supervision.� Volunteer Elaine Jollay, who usually helps with maintenance and pulling weeds in the flower beds, has spent some time helping with camp this summer and agrees with Stowell. “I think children need to see things and notice things without just walking by,� says Jollay.

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CHAPTER ONE: “Gross!� Nick made a face. “How many worms did he eat?� “Sixty-two,� answered his best friend Clay. “In thirty seconds. He didn’t chew. See?� Nick leaned from where he sat on the porch steps to see better. Clay pulled the

Day campers at HGTV UT Gardens made new friends this summer – some with two legs, some with more and some that slither on the ground. “Your Wild Front Yard� was one theme for the week as 4- and 5-year-olds played nature-related games and explored the gardens at UT’s Institute of Agriculture. A highlight of the camp, according to HGTV UT Gardens’ education director Derrick Stowell, was a corn snake the students observed eating its lunch.

book away, not wanting Nick too close. Clay hated sharing anything but trouble. “Where do they get that stuff!� Nick said, unable to look any longer. Clay grinned. “If you thought that was gross ...� He flipped carefully through The

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The great idea Guinness Book of Records. Nick eyed the book, feeling perturbed. Clay hadn’t let him touch it yet. Clay even showed him the pictures too quickly, as if a look from Nick’s eyes would smudge the pages. Nick wanted to look at it on his own, take his time to see if there was anything besides the gross stuff Clay had been showing him. When he’d asked, Clay had said, “No way! I don’t want your nose-picking hands on my book!� “Here!� Clay said. “Get a load of these fingernails!� Pretending he didn’t care, Nick stole a glance. The man looked as if he were clutching ribbons he’d ripped off some presents. “That’s not gross. That’s weird. How does he sleep?� Clay shrugged and set the book on his thigh. “How does he scratch when he itches? Search me. But neat stuff, huh?� “I don’t know.� Nick eyed the book. It wouldn’t be hard to grab. “Ever want to be in that book?� — as the world’s worst best friend? he added to himself. Or the stingiest? “Sure. Once I did the most humongous burp in the world.� Nick snorted. “And my belly button whistles when I cough.� He slid his hand toward Clay’s leg, pretending to scratch his own kneecap. “No, really! And yesterday I sneezed twelve times in a row. I bet that’s a record.� Clay’s look dared Nick to disagree. Nick couldn’t stand it any longer. He grabbed and ran. “Hey!� Clay screamed. “Give that back!� “Who’s gonna make me?� Nick shouted. “Your grandmother?� Nick ran around the house, aiming for some lilac bushes where he could hide and take his sweet time looking at the book. He didn’t count on his little sister’s red wagon blocking the way. “E-e-e-iii!� he yelled, jumping. It all happened very fast. He shoved the wagon’s cocked handle away as his right leg shot forward. His smile seemed to lift him higher. “Yeah!� he breathed as he started descending. Then he heard a crash. “Ow!� Clay yelled. Nick couldn’t help looking behind him. The book flew from his hand. He lunged for

it and twisted in the air. The grass reared up like a snapped blanket. Nick landed flat on his back, knocking the wind from him. The book lay beyond his hand. He heard an “Ooof!â€? on his other side and turned to see Clay’s feet thumping the ground near his head. Nick tried to sit but couldn’t. He tried to breathe, but his throat felt like a straw collapsed from sucking too hard. Desperate now, and gasping for breath, Nick struggled once more to sit. Clay moaned as he pulled himself onto his hands and knees and wobbled toward the book. With a tremendous grunt, Nick reared up and threw himself toward the book, blocking Clay. Just as Nick was about to snag the book, Clay grabbed one of his feet. He yanked, pulling Nick backwards. Nick tried kicking, but Clay glommed on to his other foot. Nick felt as helpless as a worm on a wet sidewalk. Nick went limp and groaned. “All I want to do is look at it.â€? A wave of anger washed over him. “You’ve been a real creep about this book. And you know what? It’s not so great. It’s just about lot of losers doing lame things. And they’re mostly adults. A-number-one dolts? Get it?â€? “Oh yeah?â€? Clay said. He tightened his grip on Nick’s feet. “Yeah. How about the man who’s tattooed everywhere except between his toes. Gimme a break! Or the woman who paid six million dollars for a wedding dress. Come on! We could write a more interesting book than that!â€? “More interesting than the fattest model in the world?â€? Nick winced, picturing her. “Definitely. Let go and I’ll give you back your stupid book. Cross my heart ‌â€? Clay let go and they both sat up. Nick reached for the book and, holding it as if it were disgusting, handed it to Clay. Clay checked it for damage. Satisfied, he said, “You know what? You’re right. We should write our own book.â€? Nick nodded. “And make all the records in our book belong to us.â€? Clay grinned. “Hey! That’s a great idea!â€? He stood on shaky legs. “What record should we try for first?â€? (To be continued.)

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

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Wonderful world of animals Louise Hargis of Zoo Knoxville traveled to the Powell Branch Library last week and brought a few animals, skins, furs and bones with her to show the young guests. Before the animals were brought out from their housing, Hargis discussed how to interact with them and act around them. “Sometimes the animals get scared with loud noise in unfamiliar places, so try not to startle them,� she said. “When they get scared they do one of three things: run and hide, bite and then hide,

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or mess on you and hide.� The large crowd featured children of all ages, ready to explore and learn about Biff the Everglades rat snake, Hugo Girl the rabbit and Madeline the skink. The group had the opportunity to touch a turtle shell, a snake skin, a skunk pelt and the most fun – Madeline.

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Lincoln Harned pets Madeline, a skink, at the Powell Branch Library. Photos by Ruth White

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Week of July 17

Free dental sealant clinics in July The Knox County Health Department will offer a free dental sealant clinic each Tuesday and Thursday in July at the InterFaith Health Clinic, 315 Gill Ave. KCHD will provide the dental sealants to individuals between the ages of 6 and 21 years old. Individuals do not have to be an InterFaith patient to receive these services, nor will they become an established InterFaith patient after receiving sealants. Appointments are required. Info/appointments: 215-5157.

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Anna Kosten shows the crowd a tiger jaw with help from Zoo Knoxville school partnership coordinator Louise Hargis at the Powell Branch Library.

Powell resident Mia Owens recently signed to play volleyball at Fisk University in Nashville. Mia is the daughter of Missey Owens and is a 2016 graduate of Bearden High School. She lettered all four years at Bearden and graduated in May with a 3.0 GPA. Attending the signing with Mia were her sister Morgan Zacheretti, brother-in-law Nick Zacheretti and nephew Roman. Photo submitted

â– Explorer camp at Ijams, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 18-22, Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave. Ages 9-14. Cost: $245 members/$270 nonmembers; includes a full-day off-site trip. Info/registration: Lauren, 577-4717, ext. 135. â– Concord Park golf camp, 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesday-Thursday, July 19-21, Concord Park, 10909 S. Northshore Drive. Ages 9-17. Cost: $100. Info/registration: 966-9103. â– Cartoon Camp, 9-11:30 a.m. MondayThursday, July 18-21, Angela Floyd Schools, 10845 Kingston Pike. Ages 2-5. Cost: $125. Info/registration: angelafloydschools.com. â– Ice Princess Camp, 9-11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday, July 18-21, Angela Floyd Schools, 6732 Jubilee Center Way. Ages 6 and up. Cost: $125. Info/registration:

â– Joy in Motion: session 3, 9-10:30 a.m. ages 4-5 and 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ages 6-8, Tuesday and Thursday, July 19 and 21, Studio Arts for Dancers, 1234 Rocky Hill Road. Cost: $35. Info/registration: StudioArtsForDancers.net or 539-2475.

â– Awesome Oceans, 1-4 p.m. MondayFriday, July 25-29, The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman St. Ages 7-8. Cost: $105/$95 members. Info/registration: themuseknoxville.org/content/summercamps-2016 or 594-1494.

â– Minecraft camp at Ijams, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 18-22, Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave. Ages 5-8. Cost: $245 members/$270 nonmembers; includes trip to Bricks 4 Kidz. Info/registration: Lauren, 577-4717, ext. 135.

■Children’s Music Camp, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 25-28 and 10 a.m.-noon Friday, July 29, Faith UMC, 1120 Dry Gap Pike. Ages 7-13. Teaching: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Joseph and the Amazing TechnicolorŽ Dreamcoat� (original version). Drop-in registration: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, July 24. Info/reservation: 688-1000 or info@faithseekers.org.

â– STEAM Sprouts Stories, 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 18-22, The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman St. Ages 5-6. Cost: $85/$75 members. Info/registration: themuseknoxville.org/content/ summer-camps-2016 or 594-1494.

Week of July 24 â– Awesome Oceans, 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday, July 25-29, The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman St. Ages 9-13. Cost: $105/$95 members. Info/registration: themuseknoxville.org/content/

â– Concord Park golf camp, 9-11 a.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, July 26-27, Concord Park, 10909 S. Northshore Drive. Ages 6-8. Cost: $50. Info/registration: 966-9103. â– Explorers of the World, 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday, July 25-29, The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman St. Ages 7-8. Cost: $85/$75 members. Info/registration: themuseknoxville.org/content/ summer-camps-2016 or 594-1494.

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By Carol Z. Shane Frank Distefano, owner/ operator of Fleetwood Photo & Digital on Bearden Hill in Knoxville, is looking forward to the fourth weekend of July and the special services his business will offer to East Tennessee’s photography enthusiasts. He and his staff will be hosting a crew from Atlanta’s Peachtree Camera for sensor cleaning at a cost of $40, a service which typically runs around $65. “We’ve used them for probably 20 years,� says Distefano of the company. As another service, “People can bring in lenses and have them calibrated to the camera for $10.� Those who are unable to make it to the event are welcome to drop off their cameras ahead of time in order to take advantage of the savings. A buyer from Used Photo Pro will also be on hand. “Interested in selling your gear?� they ask. “We can give you a competitive quote to make sure you get top dollar for your old camera gear. Come see us at Fleetwood Photo.

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$150 and higher, says Distefano. For the two days, he’ll be providing the service for $45 plus tax. More complex restorations with multiple people will be an additional $7.50 per person in the picture. As always, Distefano strives to bring the best photographic services to every interested individual. “We just try to treat everyone like they’re the only person around,â€? he says. “There’s nothing more important than the customer who’s standing right in front of you.â€? The special runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, July 22, and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23. Fleetwood Photo & Digital is located at 6504 Kingston Pike in Knoxville. Info: 865-584-4554 or eetwoodphoto.com

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Richard Bettis. Robin Easter. Ed Engel. Dan Hipsher. All four are Rotarians who are members of four different clubs, and all four have been selected as their respective club’s Rotarian of the Year. Let’s ďŹ nd out why they Richard Bettis Robin Easter Ed Engel Dan Hipsher were honored. Richard Bettis of First Citizens who are selected for the club’s annual Bank is a past president of Bearden Ro- technical scholarships and is a founding tary and has been in the club for nine member of the club. Engel was the ďŹ rst years. The club selected him for the hon- president of the club and members call or because of his leadership and work on him “our Rotarian encyclopedia.â€? Engel its recent 2016 Game Show Night fun- is a business adviser and owns “Seniors draiser. The club raised approximately Helping Seniors.â€? Dan Hipsher of Graphic Creations $20,000 for the projects it supports. Bettis also is part of the team that reads to Inc. is past president of the Rotary Club students at Pond Gap Elementary School of Knoxville Breakfast. He was selected because “he has led, sponsored or particiand works at Free Flu Shot Saturday. Robin Easter is a member of the pated in virtually every club activity and Rotary Club of Knoxville. She is the project since becoming a member in 2010.â€? Among Hipsher’s accomplishments owner and creative director of Robin are: organized and managed the DisEaster Design. Bearden Rotary’s annual award is trict 6780 Golf Tournament from 2014given to a newer club member who, in 2017 and was instrumental in the club his or her personal and professional receiving its ďŹ rst-ever District grant for life, exempliďŹ es the qualities of Rotary’s playground renovation at Blue Grass El“Four Way Testâ€? and embodies the Ro- ementary School in 2014 and its second tary motto of “Service Above Self.â€? This District grant in 2015 for media equipyear, Easter re-designed the club logo for ment at the same school. He is a graduits Centennial Celebration and designed ate of the District Leadership Academy. the Centennial banners that hung on Hipsher also traveled to Kenya as part of Gay Street and the Henley Street Bridge, a needs assessment team for life-skills training for school-age children. He is among other things. Ed Engel of the Rotary Club of Tur- currently working on the club’s ďŹ rst-ever key Creek Sunset heads the club’s major global grant in partnership with the Rofundraiser, is the organizer and direct tary Club of Farragut to deliver the trainlink to Farragut High School students ing program in Kenya.

BIZ NOTES â– Administrative/clerical hiring event will be held 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, July 21, at Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E. Fifth Ave. Randstad Staffing will take applications and conduct interviews for administrative clerical positions. Info/

registration: Bill or Jackie, 5245511; thekaul.org. ■East Tennessee Purchasing Association’s Business Matching Tradeshow event, 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, July 21, Rothchild Conference and Catering Center, 8807 Kingston Pike. Free registration. Info/registration: etpanews.org.

■Fountain City Business and Professional Association will meet 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, Central Baptist Church fellowship hall. Speaker: Grant Standefer. Topic: “How To Do Well for Yourself and Do Good for Your Community.� Lunch: $10. President is John Fugate, jfugate43@gmail.com or 688-0062.

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This mural, a composite of photos from community projects, fills one wall at Master Service.

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News from Office of Register of Deeds Master Service’s training room is sometimes available for use by community groups.

Real estate markets heat up By Sherry Witt

On the heels of a very healthy spring, local real estate and lending markets continued on an upward curve in June, producing 1,340 property sales in Knox County – 128 more transfers than in May “wow” service to every cusand 167 more than last tomer every time. June’s number. Witt Master Service Company The total value of won the Knoxville Cham- land sold also rose as around $304 ber’s Pinnacle Award for million worth of real estate was transsmall businesses a couple ferred in the county, compared to of years ago and it won the $268 million in May. Although there Pinnacle Award for mid- were more actual transfers this June sized businesses in 2016. You can guess where it is headed. One more story: Josh started with four kids and ■ Dr. Karthi Namasivayam has joined the Helen Ross McNabb Center as the adult bills to pay. Working at medical director. He will oversee medical home, he had no rent. From practice and policy for all adult psychiatric his first big job, he spent services at the center. Namasivayam $1,800 of a $2,300 payreceived his bachelor’s degree in ment to buy a trailer to haul medicine at Karnataka Medical College his equipment. That’s when in India and completed his residency at his wife almost left him, he University of Pennsylvania. He is board jokes. certified in psychiatry by the American From there, he moved Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He has lived in and served East Tennessee for into rent-free commercial nearly 10 years. space, sharing a room in a friend’s office. Then he ■ Enrichment Federal Credit Union has announced these promotions: moved to a space where rent was $400 per month. Scary. ■ Nancy Donsbach of West Knoxville is When he came to Knoxchief operations officer. She was formerly ville, he found space on Centhe vice president of human resources ter Park Drive for $2,000 a month. It was like an echo chamber, he said, but the company quickly outgrew the space. Then he bought an old building, 14,000 square feet on Solway Road. Two years later he bought the space on Clinton Highway. This time, he hired Merit Construction to rehab the space, some 53,000 square feet of office and training space with a massive loading dock for supplies and equipment. Smith has a five-member marketing department and a person called “community ambassador.” That’s Kathryn Ann Holt who says Holt she loves her job. Holt calls working at Master Service “awesome.” She coordinates volunteer projects in which team members donate one day per quarter. That’s roughly 400 days per year of volunteers who know how to build things and fi x basements. “It’s about giving back to the communities where we serve,” she says. “Team members are not required to join in, but most do because they enjoy working here and have pride of ownership. “You walk in this place and you feel a difference. Our culture of doing the right thing is not just writing on the wall. “Our goal is to be the city’s No. 1 employer.”

Master Service shows dramatic growth Relocates to Clinton Highway

By Sandra Clark One of Knox County’s fastest-growing businesses has relocated to Powell, rehabbing an old auto parts place that started as a lumber yard at 6226 Clinton Highway. Master Service Company owner Josh Smith has a unique g r o w t h strategy – move into an oversized space and then grow the Josh Smith business to fill it. Almost sounds like government! Smith spoke in June to the Powell Business and Professional Association. His is a great story. From his start in 2003, as Kentucky Crawl Space, Smith has grown the business to 100 employees and expects to reach sales of $13-15 million this year. “People think we’re a franchise,” he says, but he’s not. Along the way, the business named changed to Master Dry and now is Master Service to encompass the array of home and commercial repair services offered. The business base is foundation and crawl space work and waterproofing, or as Smith puts it, “We specialize in professional services that improve the health and functionality of your below-grade space.” The company will do whatever it takes to make a basement, crawl space and foundation safe and usable. Josh Smith is a Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) and has extensive experience in environmental and building science. He attributes the business growth to his core philosophy: “Treat people right and do things right … and see what happens.” Smith does not have a college degree and he got a GED from high school, but he is well-read and learns “by studying other people.” He said the coolest thing about his company is how it operates. “As we grew, we started to lose our culture. I empower the people we hire and we hire good people. But we broke down. I put in writing our mission, our values, our ‘why.’ Now I do the final interview for every full-time employee.” Smith’s values include being “relentless in our pursuit of constant improvement.” He wants to provide a

than last, the aggregate value of those properties did not reach the level of June 2015, when $345 million worth of land was sold. Mortgage lending saw a significant bump in June as nearly $460 million was loaned against real property in Knox County, well over $100 million ahead of May’s total. Like real estate sales, however, mortgage markets came up just short of the level recorded last June when local lending reached $483 million. The largest property transfer recorded during June was the sale of multiple parcels in Shady Glen subdivision on Northshore Drive. The lots were purchased by Ball Homes for a

total price of $3.834 million. The most notable mortgage transaction was a loan of $28.75 million, financing property along the South Knox riverfront at the corner of Henley Street and Blount Avenue. The second quarter has come to a close, and we have now reached the halfway point of 2016. As of June 30, property transfers are running moderately ahead of the pace set in 2015, with just over 800 more sales being recorded this year than last. On the mortgage side, lending is almost identical to 2015 levels, as $1.942 billion has been borrowed against real estate this year, compared to $1.936 billion during the first half of 2015.

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and branch operations. ■ Jeremy Hodges of South Knoxville is chief financial officer. He was formerly the Enrichment retirement and investment services advisor. ■ John Merritt of Powell is chief information officer. He was formerly vice president of information technology and facilities.

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■ Laurie Craig of Karns is assistant vice president of human resources. ■ Other promotions: Beth Chancey, Clinton, is vice president of accounting; Mark Hembree, Clinton, is assistant vice president of member business loans; and Felicia Langley, Wartburg, is assistant vice president of consumer/indirect lending.

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Computer Workshop: Introducing the Computer, 2-4:15 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Preregistration required. Info/registration: 525-5431. 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. Knoxville Zoomobile, 11 a.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info: 525-5431.

THURSDAY, JULY 14 “Are Your Shrubs Hiding Your House?,â€? 3:154:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by master gardener John Payne. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892. Halls Book Club: “The House of Spiritsâ€? by Isabelle Allende, 1 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. The Heiskell Seniors monthly luncheon, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., The Community Center, 1708 W. Emory Road. Barbecue lunch and speaker provided by Mynatt Funeral Home. Bring a dessert and a friend. Info: Janice White, 548-0326; “Community Centerâ€? on Facebook. Knoxville Christian Women’s Connection luncheon: “Let Freedom Ring,â€? 10:45 a.m., Buddy’s Bearden Banquet Hall, 5806 Kingston Pike. Program: Food City’s Demonstrator, Gordon Pillsbury. Guest speaker: Linda McDaniel from Ellenboro, N.C.; topic: “Living at the Day Spa ‌ is that Realistic?â€? Cost: $12. Complimentary child care by reservation only. Info/ reservation: 315-8182 or knoxvillechristianwomen@ gmail.com. Living with Diabetes: Putting the Pieces Together, 2-4:30 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681. Magician Michael Messing, 3 p.m., Norwood Branch Library, 1110 Merchants Drive. Info: 688-2454. Powell Branch Birthday Party, 2-7 p.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Drop in for cake, punch and a walk down memory lane with photos and memories of Powell Branch Library past and present. Info: 947-6210. Wine and Design Class, 6-8 p.m., Seven Springs Winery, 1474 Highway 61, Maynardville.

Learn to make a floral centerpiece. Ticket includes wine tasting and wine glass. Info/registration: 745-2902 or winerysevenspringsfarm.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 15 Concert in the Commons: Lydia Salnikova, 7 p.m., The Norris Commons, the lawn in front of the Norris Middle School. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic basket. Info: Facebook. Diabetes Education Class, 1 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Free program presented by UT Extension. Info: 922-2552. Museum of Education Sock Hop, 7-10 p.m., Sarah Simpson Professional Development Technology Center, 801 Tipton Ave. Features: live music, appearance by Sammy “Barney Fife� Sawyer, silent auction, “prom� photo packages and more. Tickets: $25; available at all Knoxville Teachers Federal Credit Union locations, at the museum and online at http://bit.ly/1RUAA4J. Info: knoxschools.org/museum.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JULY 15-16 Union County Rodeo, 874 Hickory Star Road, Maynardville. Carnival and Music start at 6 p.m.; rodeo starts at 8. Info: on Facebook.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JULY 15-17 “Big River� presented by the WordPlayers, Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay St. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Friday; 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday. Suggested for ages 12 and over. Tickets: wordplayers.org, knoxbijou.com and at the door. Info: 539-2490.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JULY 15-31 “Legally Blonde: The Musical, Jr.,� 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. Info: 208-3677, knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com, zack@childrenstheatreknoxville.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 16 Burlington Summer Movie Saturdays: “5th Wave,� 1:30 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info: 525-5431. Giant Bubble Day, noon- 1 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681. Golf tournament to benefit the Base Knox Reign 12U girls softball team, Whittle Springs Golf Course. Team entry fee: $200. Format: 4-man scramble. Check-in, 7:30 a.m.; shotgun start, 8 a.m. lunch and awards, noon. Info/ registration/sponsorship: Adam Brantley, 680-9343. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West

Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Sponsored by Feral Feline Friends of East Tennessee. Info: www.feralfelinefriends.org. Saturday Stories and Songs: Emagene Reagen, 11 a.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: 947-6210. Saturday Stories and Songs: Robin Bennett, 11 a.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681. Summer blow out party, noon-6 p.m., Seven Springs Winery, 1474 Highway 61, Maynardville. Includes: wood fired pizza from This Is It Pizza; live music by Jubel noon-3 p.m. and The Blond Bones 3-6 p.m. Info: 745-2902 or winerysevenspringsfarm.com. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038. Yard sale and bake sale, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Earth Fare parking lot, 140 N. Forest Park Blvd. All proceeds to benefit the Tennessee Children’s Dance Ensemble. Info: http://tcdedance.org/calendar.

MONDAY, JULY 18 2016 Friends of the Library annual membership meeting, 6-8 p.m., East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay St. All members of Friends, as well as interested members of the public, are invited. Info: 215-8801. Medic blood drive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Union County Senior Citizens Center, 298 Main St., Maynardville. All donors will receive: free tanning session at Elite Tanning and Fitness, free T-shirt, and coupons for free Texas Roadhouse appetizer and free Chick-fil-A sandwich.

MONDAY-FRIDAY, JULY 18-22 Pottery for Teenagers, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway. Instructor: Katie Cottrell. Ages 13-17. Info/registration: appalachianarts.net; 494-9854; in person at the Center.

TUESDAY, JULY 19 Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv troop, 8 p.m., Scruffy City Hall, Market Square. Free admission. “ ‘LAWN’ is a Four-Letter Word,� 11 a.m.-noon, Cansler Family YMCA, 616 Jessamine St. Presented by master gardener Ron Pearman. Free and open to the public. Info: 637-9622. Magician Michael Messing, 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 Computer Workshop: Introducing the Computer, 2-4:15 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Preregistration required. Info/registration: 525-5431.

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POWELL STATION ESTABLISHED 1789

WHO’S CELEBRATING AT THE FRONT PORCH By Sarah Connatser

Tombstones show the age of the Brown Cemetery.

The Brown Cemetery is on the new Powell Drive.

Historic Powell Station cemetery rediscovered By Marvin West Denver attorney Hank Brown, former U.S. senator, former president of the University of Colorado, good man with a bright mind, heard his family line ran through historic Powell Station, on the way out west. How about that, said Hank. Tennessee, that’s where they play football. P o w ell Station sounded very interesting. He called the Knoxville library. He called Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Faye Reeves answered. Hank could hear her smile when she said the Brown question was above her pay grade but “Ethel knows; she is our historian.� Ethel Hendrix Monday, 85, seldom says no can do. If she doesn’t know, she knows whom to ask or where to look. Hmmm, Brown is a familiar name. She thought of Arvin. Thus began the serious search for and discovery of Brown Cemetery, atop a little hill overlooking the

relatively new Powell Drive, not far from the intersection with Brickyard Road. Hank Brown came to see what had been found. The cemetery, surrounded by a Bill Solomon farm, looked as if it had been lost a long time. It was overgrown. Some tombstones tilted. Trees were down. Fallen limbs littered the ground. Well now, said the senator, we’ll have to do something about this. Let us form a committee. Sounds as if Mac Roddye might have been the chair. Charles Cate got involved. Hilton Bolton built and installed an entrance gate. Up above is the word BROWN. Of course it is painted in brown. All restoration projects must have funding. Rumor has it Hank Brown provided $11,000 with an amendment, more if needed, penciled in small letters. Arvin Brown contributed toward cleanup costs. Professional tree people and landscapers were properly

employed. Solomon provided three meditation benches or rest stops. The net result was excellent, walkable but still rustic, ivy ground cover, mayapple plants, other little green ones that may grow up to be lilies. Rehabilitation of Brown Cemetery came in under budget. Surplus has been designated for maintenance. In Washington, Hank Brown was a responsible Republican. Among his several educational accomplishments is an accounting degree. Here’s where it gets interesting. On or about Nov. 29, 1798, Thomas Brown purchased 100 acres, more or less, on the Tennessee frontier for his son, Maxwell Brown. Maxwell married Isbella Gaston. They cleared and farmed the land and donated a plot for the first school in their part of East Tennessee. They were very interested in education. They had eight children. Quite logically, the oneroom log building, 14 by 18 feet, one window with a wooden shutter, floor boards, split-log benches, large stone chimney at one

Hank Brown end, wide fireplace, was named Brown School. Before classes, children gathered at the fireplace end. Boys told tall tales. Girls laughed on cue and sometimes oohed if there was talk about an occasional Indian. Not incidentally, the school was burned in the aftermath of the Civil War. Confederate sympathizers supposedly did it. The evil deed caused so much outrage, they or others burned Brown’s barn two weeks later. Generally speaking, Maxwell was respected and appreciated. He was one of the founders of Beaver Creek church. His son, John Max-

Bart Elkins feeds many people at The Front Porch, and some are celebrating a special event. Here are a few from last week: â– Terri Neely Thrower of Powell, celebrating her 60th birthday on July 5 â– Janelle Smiddy of Fountain City, celebrating her birthday on July 6 â– Dana Schaffer, Brittany Bryant, Amanda Cox, Rebekka Whaley, Kristi McCaleb, Lindsay Kemp, Liz Haynes and Adrienne Reagan celebrating Girls Night Out â– Janie Nolan of Powell, celebrating her birthday on July 7 â– Kevin and Kesha Graves of Corryton, celebrating their ninth anniversary on July 7 â– Monika Rash of the Northwest community, celebrating her 70th birthday on July 8 â– Heather Morrison-Monger of Knoxville, celebrating her 40th birthday on July 8 â– Carl and Sue Sweat of Gibbs, celebrating their 49th anniversary on July 8 â– Chelsea Corbett of Powell, celebrating her 27th birthday on July 8

well Brown, served as pastor from April 1867 until December 1878. How about that for historical facts? Isbella and Maxwell are buried in Brown Cemetery. So are the Rev. John and his wife, Emeline, and their sons, Arthur and Thomas. Another son, Henry, was the great-grandfather of Sen. Brown. There are 53 or more graves, many with engraved markers. Some have only field stones, head and foot, with no identity. The oldest headstone I saw was 1832, M. Gentry, wife of Aaron Gentry. John and Luvania Dug-

ger are buried there. A hand-me-down story says they were killed by Civil War renegades in June 1885. Every dish in their home was broken as an additional wedon’t-like-you message. Other family names in the cemetery: Mays, Trout, Sweet and Presnell. Some married Browns. There is an engraved stone marker near the gate that confirms some of what you have read. It says the cemetery was rededicated in 2015 by Arvin and Hank Brown. Thanks, friends. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

SPORTS NOTES â– Golf tournament to benefit the Base Knox Reign 12U girls softball team, Saturday, July 16, Whittle Springs Golf Course. Team entry fee: $200. Format: 4-man scramble. Check-in, 7:30 a.m.; shotgun start, 8 a.m.; lunch and awards, noon. Info/registration/sponsorship: Adam Brantley, 680-9343.

Visit the businesses in Historic Powell Station ■The Front Porch – 1509 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-859-9260

■Marathon – 2116 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-9699

■Emory Animal Hospital – 2311 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-0437

■Powell Pet – 2309 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-0185

■KJ Cookies – 1738 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-659-2911

■Dixie Roofing – 1703 Depot St. Phone – 865-938-9880

■First Tennessee Bank – 2121 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-549-1780

■The Purple Leaf – 2305 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-7883

■Summit Medical Group – 2125 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-7517

■Nature's Fountain – 1719 Depot St. Phone – 865-859-0938

■Clover Cottage – 1905 Depot St. Phone – 865-357-8953

■Vaughn Pharmacy – 2141 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-1581

■Halftime Pizza – 2509 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-4253

■Green Valley Nursery – 1716 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-5500

■Crystal's Automotive and Restoration – 1907 Depot St. Phone – 865947-8785

■Domino's – 2145 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-1717

■Bailey & Co. Real Estate – 2322 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-9000

■Community Chest of Knox County – 2107 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865938-3517

■Affordable Car Care – 1744 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-859-0061

■Dr. Steven Aungst, Chiropractor – 2149 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-9386560

■A-1 Finchum Heating & Cooling – 2502 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-9633032

■Bojangles – 1920 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-859-9247

■Powell Pediatrics – 2157 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-8336

■Le Coop Salon – 2508 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-3222

■Knox Gold Exchange – 7537 Brickyard Rd. Phone – 865-859-9414

■Orange Pearl – 2161 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-5050

■Kennedy Dentistry – 2529 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-2220

■Second Chance of North Knoxville – 1900 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865377-3344

■Frontier Communications – 2104 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-8211

■Cash Express – 2301 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-2274

■Appliance Repair Service – 2303 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-4100

■Karen's Grooming – 1730 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-1085

■Weigel's – 2119 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-9626

■Steamboat – 2307 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-4800

■Real Dry Cleaners – 2153 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-947-4907

■Emory Barber Shop – 1708 W. Emory Rd. Phone – 865-938-1888

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Why August elections matter By Sandra Clark How will the political landscape change as a result of the Thursday, Aug. 4, elections? Probably not much. Knox County: Law Director Richard “Bud� Armstrong was effectively elected when he beat Nathan Rowell in the May Republican Primary. Former Property Assessor John Whitehead was too, when he beat Jim Weaver, chief deputy for Assessor Phil Ballard. County Commission: We will say farewell to Commissioners Sam McKenzie, Amy Broyles, Jeff Ownby and Mike Brown. Expect the commission, now 9-2 Republican, to tilt 10-1 or even 11-0 Republican. In District 2, Michele Carringer (R) is favored over Laura Kildare (D) because heavily-Republican Fountain City joined District 2 in the last redistricting. District 1 could

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be closer than usual as Evelyn Gill (D) is challenged by hardworking Michael Covington (R). Two Democratic women are challenging incumbents: Donna Lucas v. Brad Anders in District 6 (Karns and Hardin Valley) and Sheri Ridgeway v. John Schoonmaker in District 5 (Concord and Farragut). In District 4 (Bearden), candidates are Marleen Davis (D) and Hugh Nystrom (R). Both are newcomers. In the “Don’t bet the house against them� category are

incumbent Dave Wright in District 8 (East Knox County) and Carson Dailey in District 9 (South Knox). Four incumbents are midway through a 4-year term: Charles Busler in District 7 (Halls and Powell); Randy Smith, District 3 (Cedar Bluff); Bob Thomas and Ed Brantley, both at-large. Voters happy with the slowas-you-go style of Mayor Tim Burchett will vote Republican; those who prefer a bit more zip should vote Democratic. To paraphrase Donna Lucas: “The commission is male, pale and stale.� School board: Farragut area voters in District 5 have the only race remaining: Susan Horn v. Reuben “Buddy� Pelot. School board races are nonpartisan. For a closer look at this race, read Betty Bean’s column in this week’s Shopper. To page 3

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LWV to sponsor candidate forum The League of Women Voters will sponsor a forum for Knox County Commission candidates from Districts 4, 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. Monday, July 18, at the Emporium, 100 S. Gay Street. Liza Zenni, the executive director of Arts & Culture Alliance, will moderate. Confirmed candidates attending: Hugh Nystrom, Marleen Kay Davis, John Schoonmaker, Sheri Ridgeway, Brad Anders and Donna Lucas. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The president is Rynn Dupes.

Federal and State Primary, Knox County General, and Town of Farragut Municipal Elections Early Voting Schedule Friday, July 15, to Saturday, July 30 Monday to Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturdays: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Closed Sundays

Early Voting Locations City-County Building1 400 Main St., 3 7902 OPENS AT NOON ON WEEKDAYS

Carter Library 9036 Asheville Highway, 37924

Love Kitchen 2418 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., 37915

Farragut Town Hall 11408 Municipal Center Drive, 37934

Downtown West 1543 Downtown West Blvd., 37919 (Stand-alone building)

Merchants Dr./North 4952 Clinton Highway, 37912 (Clinton Plaza Shopping Center)

New Harvest Park 4775 New Harvest Lane, 37918

Halls Recreation Center 6933 Recreation Lane, 37918

South- NEW LOCATION 4536 Chapman Highway, 37920 (Big Lots Shopping Center)

Karns Senior Center 8042 Oak Ridge Highway, 37931

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The school board loses Doug Harris, Karen Carson and Traci Sanger. Two years ago the board lost Pam Trainor, Kim Severance and Indya Kincannon. These members, plus Lynne Fugate and Gloria Deatheridge, formed a voting bloc for Superintendent Jim McIntyre. The lonely outlier was Mike McMillan, who will suddenly find himself in a 7-2 majority after the August election. And that’s why we’ve got a new superintendent. State primaries: The only real race is a great one. That’s in House District 18 where one-term incumbent Rep. Martin Daniel is challenged in the Republican Primary by former Rep. Steve Hall, attorney James Corcoran and former Stacey Campfield campaign aide Bryan Dodson. This race is too close to call. You are in House District 18 if you vote at: ■42 Ward – Pleasant Ridge School ■44 Ward – Ridgedale School

1 The City-County Building location will be open Noon-5 p.m, Monday-Friday during the early voting period except for Friday, July 15, when the hours will be Noon- 7 p.m. The Saturday hours will be: July 16 and 23: 4 p.m.-7 p.m.; July 30: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

■45 Ward – Bearden Middle School ■46 Ward – Knoxville 1st Church of Nazarene ■47 Ward – Bearden High School ■51 Ward – Deane Hill Recreation Center

300 Main Street, Room 218 • Knox County Courthouse • Knoxville, Tennessee 37902-1850 Office (865) 215-2480 • Fax (865) 215-4239 • T.D.D. (865) 215-2954 • www.knoxcounty.org/election

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Winning the close elections “Did you have a database?� then-state Sen. Jamie Woodson once asked me. “Yes,� I answered. My voters were on 3x5 index cards, colored coded pink (Democrats), blue (Republicans) and white (Independents or unknowns). OK. So the early 1970s were a long time ago. But lest ye think I am old – I’m younger today than either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump. Inspired by the disastrous defeat of Barry Goldwater in 1964, I set out to learn everything about win-

of 1971. The election was in August 1970. Five candidates ran from District 16 and I won by 16 votes. I Sandra was alphabetically blessed Clark with a name starting with “C.â€? (Stacey Campfield later used this advantage ‌ and Victor Ashe, well let’s just ning political contests. And say there’s a reason he’s in you’ve got to call me genius. Cleveland this week as a After all, who else could delegate to the GOP conmanage multiple winning vention.) Next up was the GOP campaigns for a 20-something female who really primary in August 1972. I didn’t get out much and pre- won again over four or five guys, riding that letter C ferred dogs to people? My first race was non- (and its first line on the balpartisan – delegate to the lot.) My claim to fame that constitutional convention first year was arriving a day

late (because nothing happens on the first day and I had a Shopper to get out) and requiring the state’s chief justice to come swear me in solo. Running for re-election in 1974 was a snap, I thought, but a gentleman got the Democratic nomination who put up billboards reading, “A man earns respect� and “A family man speaks for families.� I squeaked by with a 52vote win and decided to move on to consulting. Working for Republicans statewide in 1976 was an eye-opener. Running in

the wake of Richard Nixon’s resignation, the state GOP lost a bunch of races as Jimmy Carter swept the South including Florida and Texas. I moved on to printing. After winning that second term by 52 votes, I was depressed for weeks. Lord knows how a candidate copes with defeat. Luckily, I never found out ‌ because I left office a winner, thanks to a genius campaign manager, the lucky letter C and a fantastic database. Sandra Clark represented District 16 in the Tennessee General Assembly, 197276.

2nd annual Travis Wegener Memorial Car Show Open to all makes & models Saturday, Aug. 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food City, 7350 Clinton Highway in Powell (corner of Powell Drive and Clinton Highway) Lunch will be served by Food City with all proceeds going toward the Travis Donald Wegener Fund to Enhance Powell. While you’re in Powell, stop by Powell Station Park to play the Travis Donald Wegener Memorial Disc Golf Course, paid for in part from proceeds of last year’s car show. Funds raised this year will go toward development of the Collier Preserve, an 11-acre natural park adjacent to Powell Branch Library.

Car entry fee is $20

Sponsored by:

Awards for Top 25 Best of Show Awards Door prizes

Sage Kohler, State Farm Thrivent Financial Frontier Communications

For vendor space, call 865-208-2996

Bailey & Co. Real Estate Clark Automotive Food City Shopper News Sevierville Welding Dr. Don Wegener, Powell Chiropractic Center

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