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Celebrating 70

Just as there is a recipe for a long life, there must be one for a great marriage. Cliff and Mary Brantley may just know the formula. The couple celebrated their 70th anniversary March 21 at their home with family and friends.

See Cindy’s story on page 3

In Union County, it isn’t hard to find someone with a great talent. Shirley McMurtrie has a great many talents.

She is always willing to volunteer and always has laughter in her heart.

See Down-home Update on page 6

Strikeout!

The Horace Maynard Middle School baseball team recently beat Eagleton 8-3.

While this is a great score and a firm win, pitcher and 8th grader Jordan Oaks led the way, striking out 12 of 15 Eagleton batters.

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See Cindy’s story on page 8

NEIGHBORHOOD BUZZ

MUD proposes no rate hike

By Cindy Taylor The city of Maynardville’s proposed budget for the 2013 fiscal year shows no utility rate increases. The Maynardville Board of Commissioners reviewed the proposed budget March 27. They will vote on the budget at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, at Maynardville City Hall.

City Recorder Gina Singletary said the budget will be tight for the next two or three years.

The city also opened six mowing bids, Bobby’s Lawn Service won the contract with a bid of $9,930.

City Manager Jack Rhyne said the city’s recent water turbidity problems had been resolved, and TDEC has cleared Maynardville Utility District of all issues. Turbidity refers to murkiness or particles in the water.

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March 31, 2012

Love, care and support Humane Society thanks volunteers

By Cindy Taylor

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The Union County Humane Society held the sixth annual Fundraiser Dinner on March 24 at Union County High School.

A highlight of the evening trotted in on three legs. Laddie, an Australian shepherd mix, had come to the shelter with an injured front leg. Dr. Carson Hutchison tried to save the leg, but in the end it had to be removed. This didn’t slow Laddie down one bit as he made the rounds in the room and met new friends. Laddie has now been adopted and is leading a good life with his new family.

More than 200 guests enjoyed a good meal and lively presentations. The evening’s program featured an “Art and Other” silent auction plus several other surprises.

Humane Society director Tammy Rouse gave an update on shelter figures for past years and where they hope to go in 2012.

“We have been trying to get the word out that spaying and neutering is very important, and I think people have started to listen,” said Rouse. “What we are doing here seems to be having a ripple effect into the community.”

The Humane Society offers low-cost spay and neuter. In 2011, 1,000 animals were spayed or neutered through this program.

In less than three months of this year, 300 have already been

Third grader and volunteer Allie Cooper received acclaim for her giving spirit and work with the Humane Society.

spayed. The Humane Society was also able to return 76 lost pets to their owners. Operating costs for 2011 were $256,000. The Humane Society adopted out 237 pets and transferred 331.

Volunteers Jessica, Brooke and Marsha Foster received the Shining Star Award. Not pictured is Mick Foster.

More challenges, less change Carter: Focus on the students

By Cindy Taylor Dr. Jimmy Carter has come up through the ranks in the Union County school system. At the last school board meeting, school board chair Brian Oaks hailed Carter as someone who is familiar with the system and can take it where it needs to go. Now, Carter is Temporary Director of Schools.

Still, many wonder if there is

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anyone who can help this struggling school system, which has had four directors in five years.

Carter said he hopes to bring focus back to what is important for the school system. He said it has been difficult for teachers and staff to concentrate because they are worried about keeping their jobs or their insurance. Carter said he hopes to bring the focus back to the students.

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“If it wasn’t for you guys we’d still be stuck in a barn,” said Rouse.

“Your love, care and support have made what we do possible.”

Becky Fretwell was named Volunteer of the Year. The Shining Star Award was given to the Foster family: Jessica, Brooke, Marsha and Mick. Allie Cooper was recognized for her volunteer spirit as well.

Derrick Rhayne “skyped” in from Tacoma, Wa., to thank the Humane Society for helping his puppy, who was in need of a 45day treatment for mange while Rhayne and the puppy were travelling across the country. The Humane Society helped, and the dog

tion we need to go,” said Carter.

“There are a number of rumors going around, but if the public and teachers want to stay informed, attending our school board meetings would help.”

Just out of college, Carter began teaching 8th grade at Luttrell Elementary. When 8th grade moved from the elementary schools to the high school, he moved with it. He was principal and basketball coach at Sharps Chapel, then became principal at Big Ridge Elementary.

“I coached basketball at Sharps Chapel and dearly loved it there,” said Carter. “It makes you closer to the kids when you’re their coach.”

Two years later, the middle school came to be, and Carter went there as the first principal.

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“I am so grateful to the Humane Society for being ready to step into action,” said Rhayne. “Union County can be very proud of their shelter.”

Rhayne pledged a donation of $50 per month for the next 10 months and is encouraging his friends to do the same.

This year’s event raised more than $18,000 for the Humane Society and the many animals who come through the doors.

“I am so deeply moved by the community support and their efforts for the shelter,” said Rouse.

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The spine can wear down, too Chiropractic Outlook

By Dr. Darrell Johnson, DC Like any other part of the body, the spine is subject to the wear and tear that gradually breaks down the body. Given the fact that the nerves that control all our body parts pass through the spine, it’s clear that maintaining a healthy spine is essential to overall health. Particularly susceptible to damage over the course of a lifetime are the discs that are the cushions, or shock absorbers, between the individual vertebrae through which nerves emanate to the body. The discs have a tough exterior and a gelatinous interior. They can rupture and slip out of position, causing discomfort not only in the back, but in the body part served by the nerve passing through.

Even if your life has not involved any rigorous physical activity, the aging process that afflicts us all also impacts the spine. Stress, whether it’s brought on by physical, chemical or emotional factors, is another natural danger that can impact the spine. Regular chiropractic treatment, including adjustments that keep the spine’s vertebrae aligned, can mitigate the effects of aging. Chiropractic has also been shown to be effective in treating stress. Just as you would regularly visit your physician, dentist or eye doctor, so too should you regularly visit your chiropractor to keep your spine healthy.

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More challenges From page A-1 Horace Maynard Middle School became the first accredited school in Union County under Carter’s leadership. Six years later, Carter moved to the central office, where he supervised the middle school, bus transportation and personnel. When Wayne Goforth was appointed Director of Schools, Carter picked up supervision of

the elementary schools.

Since he was appointed as temporary director, Carter has brought Roxanne Patterson to the central office to assist with his duties. He said they both continue to cover their past and current positions with no increase in pay. Carter said he has no additional changes planned.

Carter said some issues

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gates, and 2 million tons of high-grade silica sand products. Their 32 manufacturing facilities serve 33 states and provinces in the eastern U.S. and Canada, and employ more than 2,400 employees.

Union County has a local subsidiary of this national company that has been in business since the early 1970s, known then as Ten Luttrell.

Carmeuse products include a full range of high calcium and dolomitic and distributing up to 7 quicklime, hydrated lime,

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facing the school system are not receiving the attention they deserve.

“Our teachers are being evaluated with a new model and a lot more accountability,” said Carter.

“Teachers can actually lose tenure if they score below a certain level for two years in a row.”

Carter said the school

system is changing to Common Core, a national standard, and curricula changes occur more frequently than in the past.

Student testing will also change in 2014.

Carter said he hasn’t made a decision about applying for permanent director of schools.

“It is a tremendous re-

sponsibility to be in this position and not something I take lightly,” said Carter.

“I wish we didn’t have all the things going on that we have to worry about because we need to be effectively teaching the students. If I ever had a vision of being Director of Schools, what is going on now wasn’t on the forefront.”

products for a variety of commercial and industrial applications.

Mark Davis has been with Carmeuse more than 30 years. Two months ago he made the move to Area Operations Manager for the Georgia/Tennessee Operations, which includes the Luttrell plant.

“My focus is to continue to improve on what we are already doing,” said Davis.

“Primarily, I would like to see more underground work rather than surface.

Ninety percent of our product has to come from underground.”

Carmeuse Luttrell is a 24/7 operation and employs 71 people.

Class of 1952 plans reunion The Horace Maynard High School class of 1952 will have a class reunion May 5 at the Roy Acuff Union Museum and Library. All classmates are welcome.

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Many of those homeowners and business owners found peace of mind after assessing the storm damage. They simply dialed 689-6228 to quickly reach Cheryl Arthur of Broadway Insurance Agency and her experienced staff, who have a combined 63 years of experience in the industry.

“It’s been a tough year for some of our clients,” Cheryl says, “but we have been able to run interference for them when necessary and even handle some claims personally.”

Located just off Broadway, at 102 East Adair Drive in Fountain City, Broadway Insurance has been in operation since 1979. Cheryl purchased the business in 1989, and in 2007 facilitated the move to its current location in an older home that has now been handsomely restored to reflect the character of the charming older neighborhood.

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The company is an independent agency and handles all lines of auto, homeowner and recreation insurance, along with life insurance. They work only with companies that are “A” rated by A. M. Best, the industry’s financial rating service, and they are careful to tailor policies to fit the individual needs of each client.

“We like to educate our clients so that they fully understand what we are recommending. Sometimes one company will have the best policy for their home and another will offer the

The friendly staff at Broadway Insurance includes Celeste Guinn, Cheryl Arthur with granddaughter Laura Guinn, holding the office dog, Reilly Arthur; Angela Trout, Christi Humphrey and Kathy Muse. Photo by Anne Hart best coverage for their automobile, boat or motorhome.

And we look at each policy annually to be sure it is still the right program for the client and the situation.

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70 years and counting Just as there is a recipe for a long life, there must be one for a great marriage.

Cliff and Mary Brantley may just know the formula.

The couple celebrated their 70th anniversary March 21 at their home with family and friends.

The nurses from Amedisys Home Health surprised Cliff and Mary Brantley on their 70th anniversary with a card and a cake. Seated is Mary Brantley. Standing are nurses Rhonda DeBusk, Kathie Dobbs and Pamela Cox; Cliff Brantley; and Amedisys director Debbie Hammontree. Photos by C. Taylor

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“When we first got married, he spent three and a half years in the Army,” said Mary. “Now he still drives his cart out on the farm to get away. I get worried if he’s gone too long, though.”

The couple met at a church homecoming in Grainger County and went across the bridge to Hamblen County to wed. They made their home in Union County more than 50 years ago and raised their family here. Sons Larry and Lee Brantley are still residents of Union County. The couple has four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Cliff is 93, and Mary will be 91 in April.

Cliff was in Germany for part of World War II during the coldest winter on record.

It was so cold he would sometimes wake up to find a fellow soldier beside him had frozen to death during the night.

“The weather was worse than the fighting,” said Cliff.

As far as anyone can tell, the Brantleys have the longest surviving marriage in Union County. The couple survived their early years together through the Great Depression and their years apart during the war.

The couple got a surprise from the nurses at Amedisys Home Health, who brought them cake and a card for this special anniversary.

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Willow Ridge gets new look

On March 22, Willow Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center invited the public in to see the facility’s fresh new look. Visitors included families of residents, Union County Mayor Mike Williams, Chamber of Commerce board members and others.

Short-term resident Mary Skeen is receiving daily physical therapy and is well on the mend from a broken hip. Daughter Judy Hubbs visits every day, and the two were enjoying the sunshine on the front patio during the open house.

Willow Ridge administrator Rebecca Mills gives a tour of the facility to nurse liaison Melissa Tesch and Emily Young, director of marketing for Renaissance Terrace, a sister facility in Harriman.

“I’m her one and only,” said Hubbs. “Mom lives in Halls, but I brought her here for recovery. She can’t walk well yet, but they’re teaching her to hop with her walker. I was teasing her the other day and told her I’ve got a hiphoppin’ mama.”

There are new floors throughout the common areas, new tile, new paint and new artwork.

“We wanted to better serve our customers,” said administrator Rebecca Mills.

“We want to meet and exceed their expectations.”

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Sheppard publishes second book

Local author Teresa Sheppard self-published her first book, “It’s All About Faith,” but her new book, “I’m OK FINE Offended, From Politi-

cal Correctness to Christian Perspective,” was picked up

by Tate Publishing.

Sheppard grew up in Union County and is a graduate of Horace Maynard High School. Parents Darrell and Charlene Pelfrey still live in Big Ridge. Sheppard considers herself a spiritual person and a faithbased writer and says her new book is written from a Christian perspective but is a take on secular subjects.

“I discuss politics, race, religion, and how often people mindlessly follow someone else,” said Sheppard. “Regardless of your faith, you should seek answers for yourself rather than blindly following what others tell you as truth.”

Sheppard says the book is part of her soap box. She is tired of people walking on eggshells to avoid saying

anything that might offend others and made that a chapter in her book. She also says getting published these days isn’t easy.

“I don’t think being from a small community had an impact on getting published,” said Sheppard. “It’s hard to get published these days even in large cities.”

According to Sheppard, Tate Publishing thought her topics were hot and controversial and would sell well.

Sheppard plans to write a series of these short books in

Author Teresa Sheppard and son Alex at a recent book signing in Turkey Creek. Photo submitted easy-to-understand language with brief chapters.

“The bottom line for this book is to think for yourself,” said Sheppard. “You become what you think you are. God made you and you are special.”

Sheppard has been making the rounds with book

signings in Knoxville and surrounding areas. Her latest book was released in January and so far is doing well. There are plans to get her first book republished. Sheppard currently resides in Halls with her son, Alex.

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ROLLS

s, Asst Varieties, 15-16 Oz.

12 Count

POTATOES Scalloped or Augratin 5.50 Oz.

HUNT’S 24 Oz.

SPAGHETTI SAUCE

IGA Cut

SWEET15POTATOES Oz. Can IGA

IGA

STUFFING PANAsstHELPER Varieties, 5.60-8 Oz. MIX Cornbread, Turkey &

IGA

PIE CRUST

IGA, 46 Oz.

TOMATO JUICE

Sliced, Crushed, Chunk, 20 Oz.

6 Oz. Graham Cracker

Chicken, 6 Oz.

IGA, 7 Oz.

MARSHMALLOW CREME KRAFT Handy Snacks IGA, 8 Oz. PUDDING 14 Oz., 12 Pack WHIPPED Asst Flavors TOPPING

IGA

DRIED PASTA

DOMINO

SUGAR R Reg, Lt. Brown & D Brown, 16 Oz. Dk.

Elbow Macaroni, Spaghetti, Thin Spaghetti

98

2

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1 Lb.

SWAGGERTY’S

SAUSAGE SMOKED SAUSAGE PATTIES

$5

Meat Franks, s, 5/ ogna Sliced Thick Bologna, Reg. Sliced Bologna

GWALTNEY

GREAT DOGS

3

$

IGA Canned

3 Lb.

12 Oz.

1

IGA TABLERITE

$

5

BATH TISSUE BROWNIE MARGARINE Ultra & Ultra Soft MIX 9 Roil

41 Oz.

1

98

JIMMY DEAN Special Recipe, Mild or Hot

Lb.

2/

BAR-S

2

Lb.

$ 98

98

2

18

CANNED HAM

COTTAGE BRAND

BACON

Roasted Turkey Ham Smoked Turkey

$

Lb.

78

2

SAUSAGE LINKS

BLUE BONNET

Flavors

BREAKFAST

HOR M E L HORMEL

OSCAR MAYER

$5

CUBE STEAK

F

1

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2

FAMIL PACK Y

PORK PAAMCIKLY CHOPS

$ 92 L8b.

Lb.

78

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12 Oz. 12 Pack, Asst Flavors

8 Stick Quarters

28-32 Oz. Steak Fries, Curly Fries Tater Tots

$

$5

BETTER VALU

IGA

Noodles

ORANGE JUICE

2% % oorr Sk SSkim im Gallon im Gaallloon

98

IGA

for Top Ramen

28

1

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SOFT DRINKS

16-24 Oz.

24 Oz.

98

for

RAGU

HUNT’S NT’S

CRISCO 48 Oz. Reg. & Butter Flavor

27.829.2 Oz. Asst Flavors

30 Oz.

Oz.

¢ $

MAXWELL HOUSE

IGA

98 3 Lb. Pack

$

98

4

48 Oz.

$

98

5

3 Lb.

CHICKEN BREAST

TENDERS

$

78

2

Lb.

Premium Red Ripe California Califo

50 Lb. Bag

STRAWBERRIES..............$1.98 8 Lb. pkg STRAWBERRIES STRAWBERRY GLAZE ...5/$5.00 12-13 Oz. TOMATOES .......................98¢ Lb.

POTATOES.........................$13.98 $13 98

Premium Jumbo Gold Ripe CAROLINA P R ID E PRIDE

CHUB BOLOGNA

$

3

98 3 Lb.

TURKEY BREAST

PINEAPPLES .....................2/$5.00

88

¢ Lb.

With addt’l $25 purchase

Tender, Green, Fresh

ASPARAGUS ....................$2.48 Lb. GRIMMWAY FARMS Sweet Baby

CARROTS..........................$1.38 1 Lb. Bag

FRESH EXPRESS

SALAD, LETTUCE TRIO SALAD, 98 99-1212 Oz. Oz DOUBLE CARROTS SALAD $1.98 BETTER VALU medium

ID

YELLOW ONIONS ............98¢ Each Large, Crisp California stalk

CELERY ..............................98¢ Each North Carolina

POTA AHO T 10 Lb OES . Bag

$

2

98

SWEET POTATOES..........48¢ Lb.

We reserve the right to limit quantities.

No rain checks available. While supplies last only.

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IGA 2 Liter

Assorted Varieties WESSON

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WHITE LILY

OIL

VEGETABLE OIL

BREAD

FLOUR

98 $

2

KRAFT

98

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SALAD MAYO or MIRACLE DRESSING or MAYO WHIP 30

Plain & SelfRising

48 Oz.

$

2

78¢

SOFT DRINKS

Asst Varieties, 48 Oz.

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2 98 1

98

$

5 Lb.

FOLGER’S

COFFEE OFFEE

COFFEE

34.5 5 Oz. Can

98 $

2

48 $

2

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8

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8

$

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4

2

for

Jif Peanut Butter

$5

2

18 Oz, Crunchy or Smooth

Peter Pan Peanut Butter 16.3 Oz, Crunchy or Smooth

Double Q Pink Salmon 14.75 Oz.

IGA

BLUE BONNET

98 $ 45 Oz.

2

$3

PILLSBURY

DAISY

BUTTER MARGARINE BISCUITS SPREAD 45 Oz. Tub Spread 12 Oz. Asst Varieties

$

Smucker’s Grape Jam 8 or Jelly 32 Oz, IGA Mac/Cheese or Shells Dinner Deluxe 14 Oz.

for

SOUR CREAM

IGA

MILK

1

$

38

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$1

3 Oz. Assorted Flavors

RED BARON

BANQUET

PIZZA

FROZEN DIINNERS DINNERS

64 Oz.

16 Oz.

87

2

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98

1

$

98

1

$

3

GARLIC BREAD

98

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20-22.63 220 0-22 22.663 63 Oz.

98 Asst.

1

24-28 Oz.

Varieties

BETTER VALU

PASTA SAUCE

PAPER TOWELS

BATH TISSUE

$

78

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$

BREYER’S

3

98

1

$

10 Oz.

$

8 Roll

EDWARD’S & MRS. SMITH’S FROZEN

FROZEN ICE CREAM POTATOES 48 Oz. Asst FFlavors

58

Boneless

80% LEAN

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GROUND CHUCK

$

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98

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Lb.

PORK

$

$

OSCAR MAYER SHAVED

SANDWICH MEAT 16 6O Oz. z.

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Lb.

$

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98

Regular & Thick Sliced

$

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Lb.

BACON

PIESAsst

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$

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98 $

4

38

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98

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LUNDY’S

TUBE ROSE

MARTINDALE

CAKE

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FLOUR

SWEET POTATOES

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$

3

98 $

98 $ 23.5-36

5

Oz.

98 $

5

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98 $

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25 Lb.

98

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25 Lb.

88

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5

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DUNCAN HEINZ

for CAKE MIX 16-18 Oz. Asst Varieties

$5INSTANT

FRUIT HY-TOP DRINKS Asst Flavors, 40.5 Oz.

BETTER CROCKER

CAKE MIX 15.25-16.25 Oz. z.

Asst Varieties

IGA Canned IG

OVEN GOLD BROWN ‘N SERVE

FRUIT

ROLLS

s, Asst Varieties, 15-16 Oz.

12 Count

POTATOES Scalloped or Augratin 5.50 Oz.

HUNT’S 24 Oz.

SPAGHETTI SAUCE

IGA Cut

SWEET15POTATOES Oz. Can IGA

IGA

STUFFING PANAsstHELPER Varieties, 5.60-8 Oz. MIX Cornbread, Turkey &

IGA

PIE CRUST

IGA, 46 Oz.

TOMATO JUICE

Sliced, Crushed, Chunk, 20 Oz.

6 Oz. Graham Cracker

Chicken, 6 Oz.

IGA, 7 Oz.

MARSHMALLOW CREME KRAFT Handy Snacks IGA, 8 Oz. PUDDING 14 Oz., 12 Pack WHIPPED Asst Flavors TOPPING

IGA

DRIED PASTA

DOMINO

SUGAR R Reg, Lt. Brown & D Brown, 16 Oz. Dk.

Elbow Macaroni, Spaghetti, Thin Spaghetti

98

2

PRODUCE DEPARTMENT

1 Lb.

SWAGGERTY’S

SAUSAGE SMOKED SAUSAGE PATTIES

$5

Meat Franks, s, 5/ ogna Sliced Thick Bologna, Reg. Sliced Bologna

GWALTNEY

GREAT DOGS

3

$

IGA Canned

3 Lb.

12 Oz.

1

IGA TABLERITE

$

5

BATH TISSUE BROWNIE MARGARINE Ultra & Ultra Soft MIX 9 Roil

41 Oz.

1

98

JIMMY DEAN Special Recipe, Mild or Hot

Lb.

2/

BAR-S

2

Lb.

$ 98

98

2

18

CANNED HAM

COTTAGE BRAND

BACON

Roasted Turkey Ham Smoked Turkey

$

Lb.

78

2

SAUSAGE LINKS

BLUE BONNET

Flavors

BREAKFAST

HOR M E L HORMEL

OSCAR MAYER

$5

CUBE STEAK

F

1

Reg. $3.86/Lb.

2

FAMIL PACK Y

PORK PAAMCIKLY CHOPS

$ 92 L8b.

Lb.

78

BEEF

BONE-IN PORK LOIN

Cole S lad Macaroni Saalad or Potato S

38

2

1

STAlaRw,

SPARE RIBS

$

$ 78 Lb.

FAMIL PACK Y

PILLSBURY

CHARMIN

98

IGA

MEAT DEPARTMENT

12 Oz. 12 Pack, Asst Flavors

8 Stick Quarters

28-32 Oz. Steak Fries, Curly Fries Tater Tots

$

$5

BETTER VALU

IGA

Noodles

ORANGE JUICE

2% % oorr Sk SSkim im Gallon im Gaallloon

98

IGA

for Top Ramen

28

1

IGA

SOFT DRINKS

16-24 Oz.

24 Oz.

98

for

RAGU

HUNT’S NT’S

CRISCO 48 Oz. Reg. & Butter Flavor

27.829.2 Oz. Asst Flavors

30 Oz.

Oz.

¢ $

MAXWELL HOUSE

IGA

98 3 Lb. Pack

$

98

4

48 Oz.

$

98

5

3 Lb.

CHICKEN BREAST

TENDERS

$

78

2

Lb.

Premium Red Ripe California Califo

50 Lb. Bag

STRAWBERRIES..............$1.98 8 Lb. pkg STRAWBERRIES STRAWBERRY GLAZE ...5/$5.00 12-13 Oz. TOMATOES .......................98¢ Lb.

POTATOES.........................$13.98 $13 98

Premium Jumbo Gold Ripe CAROLINA P R ID E PRIDE

CHUB BOLOGNA

$

3

98 3 Lb.

TURKEY BREAST

PINEAPPLES .....................2/$5.00

88

¢ Lb.

With addt’l $25 purchase

Tender, Green, Fresh

ASPARAGUS ....................$2.48 Lb. GRIMMWAY FARMS Sweet Baby

CARROTS..........................$1.38 1 Lb. Bag

FRESH EXPRESS

SALAD, LETTUCE TRIO SALAD, 98 99-1212 Oz. Oz DOUBLE CARROTS SALAD $1.98 BETTER VALU medium

ID

YELLOW ONIONS ............98¢ Each Large, Crisp California stalk

CELERY ..............................98¢ Each North Carolina

POTA AHO T 10 Lb OES . Bag

$

2

98

SWEET POTATOES..........48¢ Lb.

We reserve the right to limit quantities.

No rain checks available. While supplies last only.

GOOD MON., APRIL 2 THRU SUNDAY, APRIL 8

2615 Maynardville Highway Monday - Saturday 9-8 • Sunday 10-6

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Giving her life away

By Cindy Taylor In Union County, it isn’t hard to find someone with a great talent. Shirley McMurtrie has a great many talents. She is always willing to volunteer and always has laughter in her heart.

McMurtrie visited a friend in Tennessee in 1987 and went back to Michigan only long enough to pack and tell her husband they were moving.

“I love the people here, and I love the climate,” said McMurtrie. “And I love country music. When I got back to Michigan and my one and only country station had gone to oldies, I told my husband it was time to go to Tennessee.”

McMurtrie had three adopted children – Anne, Tom and Rick – and then gave birth to a “surprise” baby, Elizabeth McMurtrie Neubert, at the age of 40.

“It only cost me a $4 filing fee to adopt each of my first three children, but it cost me a fortune to have one of my own,” said McMurtrie.

DOWN-home UPdate Name almost any job and McMurtrie has held it, from security guard to home companion. Name almost any craft and she has made it, from embroidery to cabinetry. Name almost any canned food and she has it stocked on her shelves, including black walnuts. Now there’s something you don’t see in a jar every day.

“I started experimenting, and it took awhile, but I finally got it right,” said McMurtrie of the canned nuts. “Freezing doesn’t work. I can them and they taste like fresh.”

McMurtrie and her daughter Anne will ask neighbors if they can pick up their walnuts, and most

Prayer meeting at New Fellowship The next community prayer meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at New Fellowship Church on Maynardville Highway across from Paulette Elementary School. All are welcome to come and pray to stop drug and alcohol abuse in Union County.

people are happy to have the mess out of their yards.

They bring them home by the pickup truck load, spread them in the driveway and run them over for a while. Then they lay them out to dry for about a month, then store them in paper bags in the basement for a year. Yes, one year.

“When they’re dried I’ll put on a story CD and start cracking and sorting,” said McMurtrie. “I usually can about a gallon at a time.”

Once cracked, the rest is easy. The walnuts are placed in jars, sealed and then baked at 250 degrees for about an hour. When they cool the jars will seal.

McMurtrie uses the nuts to make cookies and candies, two more items she loves to give away, especially to her grandchildren.

Growing up a child of the Great Depression, McMurtrie learned at an early age that nothing should go to waste.

“I saw my mother sit at the table and eat nothing while the rest of us ate because we didn’t have enough food,” said McMurtrie. “That marked me. I’ll

WORSHIP NOTES Easter services ■ Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Mission invites everyone to join in the cel-

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You are invited to hear the Good News about a purchase that occurred almost 2000 years ago. The purchase involved you. It can change your life. Join us Easter Sunday at 10:30 or 3:00 (Biker Service) Come see our new church and hear the Good News.

EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 8 • 10:30am (9:30am Sunday School) We have Nursery, Toddler, Children, Youth, and Adult Classes & Services.

Union Cnty High School

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Special service for bikers at 3:00pm – if you ride, come and join us!

REVIVAL VISION CHURCH

McMurtrie sits in front of a stone wall she laid by hand and holds a handmade tied lap quilt she recently made along with a can of her black walnuts. Photo by C. Taylor

never be normal.”

McMurtrie began quilting out of necessity and was self-taught. She started making quilts for Comfort Keepers and makes around 25 lap quilts a year for that company to give to people with disabilities. She has a woodworking shop at her home and has single-handedly built bridges, fences and hundreds of feet of stone walls on her property, some-

ebrations of Holy Week: Palm Sunday, April 1, 9 a.m. Mass in English, 11 a.m. Mass in Spanish; Holy Thursday service 8 p.m. April 5; Good Friday, April 6, 6 p.m. service in English, 8 p.m. service in Spanish; Holy Saturday April 7, vigil service at 9 p.m.; Easter Sunday April 8, 9 a.m. Mass in English, 11 a.m.

Mass in Spanish. Info: 992-7222 or 745-1593.

■ Cedar Ford Baptist Church in Luttrell will have the annual Easter play, “His Life for Mine,” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 30-31. All are welcome.

■ Clear Branch Baptist Church on Tazewell Pike will have an Easter sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. with the Rev. Mark Skates. All are welcome.

■ Free Spirit Missionary Baptist Church, 716 Ailor Gap

times with Anne’s help, but often all by herself.

“She once hit a deer on the road and called me to come help her load it,” said daughter Anne. “She gutted the deer here on the back of the truck and had never done that before.”

Every talent McMurtrie has is God-given, and everything she knows has been learned by trial and error.

When asked if there

Road, will have a special Good Friday service at 7 p.m. Friday, April 6. Guest pastor will be the Rev. Wayne Roach. All are welcome.

■ Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive, will have a Biker Easter service at 3 p.m.

Sunday, April 8, with bike blessings and a ride after the service. Speaker will be the Rev. Jim Mulkey, chaplain for Inspiration Riders. Info: Roy, 925-2546.

0-3 Years 4-6 Years 7 & Up All are welcome!

Refreshments, prizes & free train rides!!

Music services

■ Graveston Baptist Church, 8319 Clapps Chapel Road, is enrolling children 11 months through Pre-K for Parent’s Day Out. The program has small classroom sizes. Info: 465-9655 or www.graveston.org.

■ Oaks Chapel Church will host a singing at 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 31, featuring the New Chosen Ones, Phillip Sexton and more. All are welcome. The Rev. Roger Short, pastor.

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■ Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive in Maynardville, holds a men’s prayer breakfast at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. All are invited to join in praying and fasting for Union County. Info: Jim, 684-8916.

Community services

Revival Vision Church • 154 Durham Dr. Maynardville, TN 37807 Call 992.7162 for more information

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Men’s programs

■ Mount Harmony Baptist Church, 819 Raccoon Valley Road, will have a gospel singing at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 31. All are welcome. The Rev. Michael Parsley is pastor.

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is anything she can’t do, McMurtrie responded that she could not sing or dance. McMurtrie is a published poet, has begun writing the story of her life and at 84 years old has one lifelong philosophy.

“The Lord has blessed me,” said McMurtrie. “I don’t usually pay for things I use in my canning or crafts, and I give away as much or more than I keep.”

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AP History competitors moving on to state are Katie King, Chase Shoffner, Tayte Kitts and Josh Tharpe. Photo by C. Taylor

History students go to state

By Cindy Taylor The nine students in Joel Collins’ advanced placement history class at Union County High School recently participated in a district history competition. Katie King, Chase Shoffner, Tayte Kitts and Josh Tharpe won first place and will continue on to state.

“National History Day has a yearly topic,” said Collins. “This year was revolutionary reform and reaction, so these students chose

to do a project on reactions to the Vietnam War.” The students had prepared a dramatic interpretation of what veterans of the Vietnam War might have experienced upon returning home in the 1970s. They wrote their own lines and performed as soldiers and Americans who were living during that era.

“We tried to put together an interpretation of what the Vietnam veterans went through when they came home,” said Katie King.

“My grandfather was in the armed forces at that time, and he told me some stories that we used.”

The students show a veteran who returned to a celebration, one who faced some discrimination and another who came home to absolute disgrace. Students dressed in period clothing. They compared the treatment of Vietnam veterans to the treatment of Iraq veterans.

The students will perform in Nashville on April 21.

Four win high school essay contest The winners of the Xi State of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society’s 27th annual High School Essay Contest are Josh Bowers, first place; Shea England, second place; Todd Miller, third place; and Tori Barman, honorable mention. These students will advance to the state competition. Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is a professional honor society for women educators. Photo submitted

National Day of Prayer event planned

Easter egg hunts

All are invited to take part in a National Day of Prayer celebration to be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at Horace Maynard Middle School. Ten local pastors will be leading the prayers. Community choir practices will be held at Alder Springs Baptist Church, and all singers are invited to participate. Contact Anthony Malone at 9926944 for practice times.

■ Wilson Park Egg Hunt will be held at 10 a.m.

Saturday, April 7. There will be categories and prizes for children 3 and younger, age 4-7 and ages 8 and up.

■ Luttrell Easter Egg Hunt will be held at 11 a.m.

Saturday, April 7, at Luttrell Community Park.

■ Big Ridge State Park will host the 14th annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7. Hunt times are 10 a.m. for children 2 and younger, 10:30 a.m. for 3-4 years old, 1 p.m. for 5-7 years old, and 1:30 p.m. for 8-10 years old. The hunt will have 12,000 eggs filled with toys and candy, and some will contain extra prizes. Each age group has its own grand prize. Prizes include toys, bicycles, food coupons and more. Info: 992-5523.

■ The Sharps Chapel Senior Citizens will sponsor a community Easter egg hunt at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 7, at Sharps Chapel Park.

There will be prizes. Bring your own basket. Rain date is April 8.

Clover to Clover draws to a close

By Cindy Taylor The school Clover Bowl competitions wrapped up March 14 at Big Ridge Elementary.

Fourth grade winners from Big Ridge are Kirsten Collins, Ella Johnson, Adian Spartzer and Savannah Jones.

Fifth grade winners are Ethan Dyer, Seth Jackson, Victoria Dotson and Taylor Brown.

These students participated in the countywide competition held March 29.

Fifth grade Clover Bowl winners from Big Ridge are Ethan Dyer, Seth Jackson, Victoria Dotson and Taylor Brown. Photos submitted.

Fourth grade Clover Bowl winners from Big Ridge Elementary School are Kirsten Collins, Ella Johnson, Adian Spartzer and Savannah Jones.

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Strikeout!

By Cindy Taylor The Horace Maynard Middle School baseball team recently beat Eagleton 8-3. While this is a great score and a firm win, pitcher and 8th grader Jordan Oaks led the way, striking out 12 of 15 Eagleton batters.

“It felt great to accomplish this,” said Jordan. “I had never had a game like this before.”

Jordan’s dad, school board chair Brian Oaks, introduced him to the game, playing catch and watching televised

games. Jordan looks up to players from days gone by, like Shoeless Joe Jackson.

A current favorite is Derek Jeter and his favorite team is the Cincinnati Reds.

“Baseball is a mental game,” said Jordan. “You have to be focused and always be ready.”

Against Eagleton, Jordan threw fast balls. He estimates that his fast balls travel faster than 70 miles per hour. Jordan hopes to continue playing in high school. Not one to take

Union County High School Athlete of the Week Todd Mulkey

By Cindy Taylor

Horace Maynard Middle School’s Jordan Oaks recently struck out 12 of the 15 batters in the game versus Eagleton. Photo by C. Taylor credit for himself, Jordan lavished praise on others.

“I want to send out thanks to my teammates,

coaching staff and, most of all, my family for the support I’ve received,” said Jordan.

Office on Aging community outreach The Union County Office on Aging director will make regular visits to Sharps Chapel and Luttrell beginning in April. Those who need help with Medicare/ Medicaid should bring with them lists of their medications and their insurance cards. Dates and times are: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 11, May 9 and June 13, at the Luttrell Senior Center, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 18, May 16 and June 20, at the Sharps Chapel Senior Center. Info: Samantha, The Traveling Morelocks gather for a photo. They are Barron Nease and Travis, Michael and 992-3292 or 992-0361.

Misty Morelock. Photo by C. Taylor

The Traveling Morelocks

By Cindy Taylor First graders at Maynardville Elementary School were entertained by a group of traveling musicians March 15.

Michael Morelock and his father, Travis, circulate throughout the classrooms as often as the school will

allow, playing their versions of “Wildwood Flower” and other country favorites. Mom Misty Morelock and 5th grader Barron Nease come along as the group’s managers.

Michael and Travis have been playing in the school

whenever they can since the first of the year. Michael was taught by his dad and has been playing since he was in the 1st grade. The two also sing, and Misty joins in on occasion. Travis and Misty’s other son, Dylan, is a 1st grader at Maynardville.

Cleat drive for Little League Union County Youth Sports and Little League is holding the first-ever Cleat Drive to provide gentlyused cleats to players who cannot afford new ones.

Those who can donate cleats are invited to bring them to the Little League field. Info: Wendi Pursel, 904-651-8820.

Since he joined the Union County High School track team as a freshman, Todd Mulkey has set many records. He’s not letting up just because it’s his senior year. His love for running started in elementary school and has remained strong.

“I’ve only had one meet, and I placed first in both events,” said Mulkey, who holds the record for the 800 and 1,600, and the 400-meter relay.

It is early in the season, but Mulkey is Todd Mulkey holding his own. He’s no slacker in the classroom, either.

“Todd has started off the season close to his original records,” said coach Sonny Evans. “He has become a real hard worker over the years and is a good student as well.

Mulkey has been accepted to Lee University for premed and plans to pursue a career in anesthesiology.

School board to meet The Union County Board of Education will have a special called meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, April 2, in the Union County High School auditorium to discuss the 2012-2013 preliminary general purpose school budget.

The school board will have the regular meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 12, in the high school auditorium.

Medication review available The East Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability and Walgreen’s will provide free medication reviews to adults age 60 and over in Union County.

Walgreen’s pharmacists will review medication lists to identify any potential complications. Contact the Union County Office on Aging for a form to list medications and forward the form to Walgreen’s. Once the review is complete, Walgreen’s will contact the consumer. Info: 992-3292 or 992-0361.

Taylor’s Grove committee to meet The Taylor’s Grove Cemetery Committee will have its annual meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, April 2, at the cemetery on Leadmine Bend Road, Sharps Chapel. All those with family interred in the cemetery are encouraged to attend. Donations are needed for this year’s mowing season. Info: Elizabeth Williams, 992-8944, or Darrell Beason, 278-3515.

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