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VOL. 6, NO. 16
APRIL 16, 2011
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Horace Maynard Middle School student Kelsey Rivers examines a candidate for her 4-H Chick Chain flock. Photos by C. Taylor
Dog days at Lions Club See page A-4
Fulfilling the mission
Twenty-eight 4-H students signed up and paid a $30 deposit to receive 25 chicks each. The students will raise the chicks then bring them to the Union County Co-op on Sept. 7 for a show and sale.
Gospel pair make CD See page A-8
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County accepting cleaning proposals Union County will be accepting proposals for cleaning services for county buildings until 4 p.m. Friday, April 22. Proposals should be turned in to the Union County Mayor’s Office, 901 Main Street, Suite 214, Maynardville, TN 37807. Info: 992-3061.
Cancer support group to meet The Union County Cancer Support Group will meet at 7 p.m. every third Thursday at Fellowship Christian Church. Info: Debbie, 659-1052.
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4-H’ers pick their pullets By Cindy Taylor
If you think it is exciting to see baby chicks arrive at the Union County Extension, imagine how the postal carrier who brought them feels. Seven hundred chirping and cheeping babies were delivered April 6. They were distributed to the 4-H students who had signed up to raise them. While the chicks waited for their future owners to pick them up, a home was provided in the Extension office restroom where a floor heater kept them warm. Each participating 4-H student received a record book and a feeder donated by Tractor Supply. The babies were 2-day-old black Sex-Link Pullets, all female. Twenty-eight 4-H students signed up and paid a $30 deposit to receive 25 chicks each. The students will raise the chicks then bring them to the Union County Co-op on Sept. 7
Commission approves new ambulance By Cindy Taylor Union County will soon add a new ambulance to its fleet thanks to the combined efforts of Union County EMS Director Andrew Reed and the Union County Commission. At the April 11 meeting the commission voted unanimously to make a loan to EMS in the amount of $100,000 at an interest rate of 1.5 percent to allow for the purchase. “We have a bid on an ambulance at a cost of $113,750, and we are asking for a loan for $100,000. We’ll pay the $13,750. We will be making a payment of $74,000 back to the county on a previous loan, so that actually lessens the amount we will borrow back,” said Reed. A motion was made by Commissioner Brenda Jessee and seconded by Commissioner Doyle Welch to grant the loan at an interest rate of 2 percent. Reed was happy with the interest rate, but many commissioners were not. “That 2 percent isn’t right. It should be less. We’re already making money by loaning them the money,” said Commissioner J. M. Bailey.
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a $25 gift certificate. Other awards will also be given. This is the second year that homeschooler Abigail Kadron has participated, but 13-year-old Horace Maynard Middle School student Kelsey Rivers is new to the program. “Last year I lost a few chicks,” said Abigail. “I have them on electrolytes and vitamins now and keep them warm and safe from predators like foxes and hawks. Our dog actually helps protect them.” Other students arrived with parents after school to choose their babies. On an interesting side note, Extension Agent Shannon Perrin made a snack of chicken dip that morning, and lunch for the day for Extension office employees was Abigail Kadron picks her chicks from among the 700 available for the 4-H Chick chicken. There was pie too, but Chain and finds a chick of a different color. agent Wendi Purcel claimed it was fruit, not chicken. All the chicks had made it safely for a show and sale. The students back to the program for sale. The will receive their deposits back and students will keep journals of their to their new homes by the end of will relinquish six of their brood chicks, and the best record will win the day.
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Realtor Jill Dyer speaks to Union County Commission about property across the street from the Union County Courthouse. Photo by C. Taylor
“You can’t put a dollar amount on a human life.” The motion failed but passed on the next vote when the interest rate was lowered to 1.5 percent from a motion made by Commissioner Stanley Boles and seconded by Commissioner R. L. Jones. Realtor Jill Dyer spoke to the commission about property owned by Joe Painter across the street
from the courthouse. “This property could be a great asset to the county,” said Dyer. “There are actually two houses on the property. These could be used for office space, and the property is available for $189,900. It has original hardwood floors and hardware. We just wanted to be sure the commission is aware of the value of this property.”
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The commission took the information under advisement. The mayor’s office is looking at the budget for the upcoming year, and one item being reviewed is profit and loss at community centers in the county. Road Commissioner Clayton Helms spoke about the possibility of acquiring insurance for employees in his department. Cost savings could be substantial if all county employees were on the same insurance plan. A committee will be formed to explore all the options and come back with a recommendation. In the ongoing effort by the current administration to save money and decrease the budget, the commission approved moving the county’s communication services from AT&T to Comcast with a five-year locked-in rate at a per-year savings of $48,000. This switch will take place within the next few weeks and will cover all county communication services, but no numbers or email addresses will be changed.
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Back pain lasts Chiropractic Outlook By Dr. Darrell Johnson, DC
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ack pain is not likely to go away on its own. And the fact that 80 percent of people will have back trouble at some point in their lives is no consolation. It’s the second most common reason for a visit to a doctor’s office. The back is a complex structure with muscles, bones, joints, nerves and ligaments working in delicate balance. A twinge or a minor pain in the back may come on suddenly and be gone after a day or two, but what most of us would describe as “pain” will not go away without treatment. The pain is usually the result of one of the back’s many components not working properly. If, for instance, a vertebra is out of line, it could be pinching a nerve or causing a muscle to spasm. This problem is not going to go away without a chiropractor putting that vertebra back in place. Avoiding back pain is one of the best approaches. Regular exercise, particularly those exercises that strengthen the body’s core, is critical to keeping back pain out of your life. A sedentary lifestyle contributes to the likelihood of developing lower back pain. Talk with a chiropractor about ways to avoid back pain. Brought to you as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, TN; 992-7000.
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Knoxville Police Department investigator Christa Shepard will offer sex offender registry training 9-11 a.m. Thursday, April 21, in the 911 meeting room in the old health department building, 120 Veteran St., Maynardville.
GED test dates set
Library to host computer training The Career Coach, a 35-foot bus with computer stations and staff to assist you, is coming to Luttrell Public Library 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 19. Staff will help you write a resume, set up an email account and search job listings. To reserve a space, call 992-0208.
Chamber networking program The Union County Chamber of Commerce is planning a networking program for Thursday, May 5. Paul Middlebrooks will be available to assist with the registration process for companies which seek to do business with state and federal agencies. Jackie Merritt will be on site to register women-owned businesses and to provide SBA loan information.
Farmers Market to open The Union County Farmers Market will open for the season April 16 at the Art in the Park event and will be held weekly on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon through October. Market organizers are planning special events for the future
The Union County Adult Education Center will be giving the GED exam April 25 and 26, May 23 and 24, and June 20 and 21. The test will begin each day at 4 p.m. and will be paid for by the center. The state requires each individual be given a pretest before the official GED. The pretest takes approximately two hours and should be taken two weeks prior to taking the GED. Appointments can be made for the pretest by calling Melissa Carter at 992-0805. The office also has a representative, Vickie Thal from UT, who will help fill out the financial aid forms and offer career advice. Thal is at the center on Tuesdays and is available by appointment by calling the number above.
TENNderCare available for children The TENNderCare program wants babies, children, teens and young adults to get the health care they need. Good health begins at birth, so it’s important to “Check In, Check Up and Check Back” with your doctor every year. The program continues to increase the rate of children receiving health care services every year. Call today to set up a TENNderCare visit with your doctor or go to the Union County Health Department. Your health plan will help. Info: 1-866-311-4287 or www. tennessee.gov/tenncare/ tenndercare.
Cherokee Health’s medical service providers include: nurse practitioner Patricia Lewis, dentist Dr. Lawana Green, Dr. Rachel Bowman, Dr. Hal Moncier and nurse practitioners Misty Anderson and Jamie Graves. Not pictured are nurse practitioner Rose Waldrop and dentist Dr. Mary Lewis. Photo by C. Taylor
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Cherokee Health By Cindy Taylor
Many companies will provide their clients with a mission statement, but to find a business that actually lives its mission is a rarity. Cherokee Health Systems’ group of providers continues their mission to improve the quality of life for their patients through the blending of primary care, behavioral health and prevention services. Fortunately for residents of Union County, they are living that mission here as well as in their 11 other locations. Cherokee Health in Union County boasts eight providers, including two medical doctors, two den-
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Food City: Bigger than you think By Sandra Clark Food City officials hosted members of the media for lunch last week to thank everyone for their support of Food City’s various community initiatives. Presid e nt /C E O Steve Smith Steve Smith (who plays a cute stockperson on TV ads) presented a snapshot of his company. It was perfect timing as the reporters were certainly thinking about food. Food City, a regional chain in Tennessee, Virginia and Kentucky, posts annual sales just under $2 billion, Smith said. The company’s 105 stores contain 4 million square feet of merchandising space and its distribution center adds another 1.2 million, making Food City a huge consumer of electricity. The company employs 13,000 full- and part-time people with an annual payroll of $215 million. Although folks still need to eat, the economic slowdown has affected Food City. The company opened
12 new stores in 2008, five in 2009 and just two in 2010. Smith said Food City expanded and remodeled existing stores instead and plans to open six new stores this year. The new Morristown store is a prototype of energy efficiency (57 skylights and off-hours dimmers) and construction innovations such as a polished concrete floor rather than tile. Smith called technology an “enabler” that allows Food City to get merchandise on store shelves within 48 hours of receiving it. “We take in produce from five continents; if we don’t sell it we smell it.” Food City also buys locally, resulting in fresher, tastier produce and economic development as farmers transition away from tobacco production. Smith talked about Food City’s health initiatives, both for employees and customers. He said nutrition labeling system NuVal developer, Dr. David Katz of Yale, will speak in Knoxville on Tuesday, April 26. Community initiatives include Race Night, a handson NASCAR experience, and support of the Food City 500 at Bristol Speedway; Race
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Against Hunger, which enables customers to support local food pantries; and Apples for Students, which has put $13.1 million into local schools for technology. Most recently, Food City cut 10,000 prices, shaving their margin and asking vendors to as well. “Our customers needed a break. I believe when you help people when they need it, they will remember,” Smith said. Challenges? “We need to get people back to work,” Smith said. “We’re seeing some inflation on commodities (milk, meat, etc.).” “We hope to get wine in grocery stores this year. The odds are 50/50. Legislators are caught between two
Nordstrom’s grand reopening Nordstrom’s Galley Restaurant will have a grand repening starting at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at Hickory Star Marina.
UCBPA prayer breakfast upcoming The Union County Business and Professional Association annual prayer breakfast will be held 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 23, in the Union County High School commons area. The theme for this year is “Partners for Hope: Continuing Our Prayers for Haiti.” There will be special music by Haley Brooks and Josh Collins. Tickets are $10 per person and are available for purchase at Commercial Bank, First Century Bank and FSG Bank.
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strong competing groups (grocery stores versus liquor wholesalers and package store owners).” Smith lives on the Tennessee-Virginia line and understands the politics of both states. Virginia allows wine sales in grocery stores and also has a lower sales tax. Retailers in border cities (Bristol, Chattanooga, Clarksville, Memphis) lose sales across state lines, hurting Tennessee businesses and reducing the state’s overall sales tax revenue. Ending on a joke, Smith said Food City entered the Knoxville market 20 years ago when “we bought Emerson Breeding (from White Stores) and they threw in the stores.”
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New bid form confuses Maynardville board, bidders By Cindy Taylor When the Maynardville Board of Commissioners met April 12, the bulk of the meeting was over in 10 minutes. Then, time came to open bids for mowing service on city property. Three bids were received, and a decision should have been easy if all the commission had to do was go with the lowest bidder. But, decisions concerning bids and dollars are never easy, especially when you have a new bid form to contend with. Once the bids were opened, the commission spent 25 minutes trying to figure out the proposals. All
bidders had their proof of insurance in place, but the bid form seemed to be confusing both for the bidder and the commissioners. “If you’re happy with all the companies that sent in a bid, then you can just go with the low bidder,” said city attorney Darryl Edmondson. After much discussion, a 10-minute recess was called. When the commissioners returned to the table, another 10 minutes of discussion followed before it was decided to award the mowing contract to Rutherford’s Lawn Service which had the lowest bid at $7,320 for the year.
“We came up with this bid form to simplify things,” said City Manager Jack Rhyne. “What a mistake that was. The young man who won the bid did fill it out correctly, though.” City Engineer Bob Colvin gave a report on two bids that were received for energy upgrades. “I think bidders got scared off because of the massive paperwork you have to do for this energy grant,” said Colvin. “The bids went high so what we are wanting to do is award the bid to the low bidder and utilize the money to do as much as we can at the sewer plant.”
“We want to replace the motors with variable frequency drives at the sewer plant and get new electrical. This will take all of the $81,000. We feel like this is the best value for the money.” The contract was awarded to Merritt Construction with the understanding that the project must be completed by June 30 at a cost of $81,000. Rhyne reported that water loss is still an issue, and he is attempting to track down the source. The amount sold was down by 2 million gallons for the month.
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Fred Graham finds the remains of an old plastic sign during a litter pickup in Luttrell.
Jackie Erlbacher empties a soda can before placing it in her trash bag. Photos by C. Taylor
Group cleans up Luttrell By Cindy Taylor Keep Union County Beautiful took one more step toward cleaning up the countryside April 9. The city of Luttrell was the recipient of a donation of time by a few hard-working people. KUCB Lynsey Richardson organized the cleanup day. Volunteers met at Cedar Ford Baptist Church to begin their rounds. Glad, a sponsor of The Great American Cleanup, donated the trash bags, and
Lincoln Day Dinner upcoming The Union County GOP will hold the annual Lincoln Day Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 23, in the commons area of Union County High School. Guest speakers will be Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett, U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, Lt. Gov.
Union County Litter Enforcement Officer Dennis Nicely enlisted inmates from the Union County jail to help. “We did a cleanup on Tazewell Pike a few years ago,” said Richardson. “Luttrell tends to not be as bad for litter as other areas in the county, but several people have mentioned Luttrell as a place to do a cleanup to get some interest generated in the community. We are here to support them and help
make the city cleaner.” Union County Chamber of Commerce president Julie Graham and husband Fred were on hand to help, as was Jackie Erlbacher. The three live in Sharps Chapel but are concerned about illegal dumping going on all over Union County. They frequently pitch in for litter cleanup. Volunteers picked up litter along Highway 61 and Tazewell Pike. Richardson thanked everyone who helped.
Ron Ramsey, state Sen. Mike Faulk and state Rep. Dennis Powers, along with guest presenters former gov. Don Sundquist and Jim Henry, Commissioner of the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. All are welcome. There will be live music and door prizes. Tickets are available at the door or by calling 6032159 or 898-8171.
U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleischmann will be in Union County for a town hall meeting 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, in the large courtroom of the Union County Courthouse. Alll are are welcome. w lcom we me.
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By Sandra Clark Is our local utility vulnerable to the tragic mishap in Sevier County where a basin wall at the Gatlinburg wastewater treatment plant collapsed, dumping untreated waste into the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River and leaving two workers dead? Engineer Nick Jackson, who oversees plant operations for Hallsdale Powell Utility District, said no. “Our plant has the majority of water tankage underground. The Gatlinburg plant used a different type of construction with large elevated tank walls that were above ground. I am not familiar with that plant or what caused the accident, but this is definitely a different type of wall/structure/construction than we have,” he said. HPUD’s wastewater treatment plant is undergoing a major upgrade.
Said funds must only be used by the named nonprofit charitable organization in furtherance of their nonprofit charitable purpose benefiting the general welfare of the residents of the county. That it is the expressed interest of the County Commission of Union County providing these funds to the above named nonprofit charitable organizations to be fully in compliance with Chapter 0309-2-7 of the Rules of the Comptroller of
It’s located on Beaver Creek in Powell. “We staff and operate our wastewater plant 24/7,” said Jackson. “During the course of everyday operations and maintenance, our staff assesses the tankage and equipment (pumps, blowers, etc) each day. “Any abnormal signs of problems (leakage, wet spot, etc.) are instantly addressed via our work management system. We also take our tanks out of service (typically yearly) to inspect them without water. This allows for more detailed inspection of joints, cracks on the floor, etc. “And lastly, we also have detailed engineering master planning assessments done regularly to analyze and predict any lifecycle problems at the plant and help prioritize improvements. This includes structural assessments of all tanks that hold water or chemicals as well.”
the Treasury, and Section 5-9-109 of Tennessee Code Annotated and any and all other laws which may apply to county appropriations to nonprofit organizations and so this appropriation is made subject to compliance with any and all of these regulations. Proposals may be mailed or dropped off at the Union County Mayor’s Office, 901 Main Street, Suite 124, Maynardville, TN 37807, no later than 4 p.m. April 22.
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Summer camp at AMSE The American Museum of Science and Energy will host Science Explorer Camp 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 6-10, and Monday through Friday, June 13-17, at Freels Bend Cabin in Oak Ridge. Explorations will include insects, habitats, water, weather and more. Cost per week is $175 for AMSE members, $190 for nonmembers. Info: www.amse.org.
Classes at the Craft Center The Appalachian Arts Craft Center is located at 2716 Andersonville Highway 61 near Norris. You must preregister and pay for all classes in advance. Info or to
register: 494-9854 or www. appalachianarts.net. ■ Corn Husk Mother’s Day Doll, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7, with Anne Freels. Students should bring an apron and an old towel or two, a lunch and their imagination. Registration deadline May 3. Cost: $45 for members, $55 for nonmembers, plus $5 for materials paid to the teacher at the class. All levels.
Living history weekend The Ramsey House Plantation, 2614 Thorngrove Pike, will host “A Living History Weekend: A Timeline from The French and Indian War to the Civil War” Saturday and Sunday, May 14-15. Info: 546-0745 or visit www. ramseyhouse.org.
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Gideon comes to visit
Mary Morgan and Gideon the black Labrador were welcomed at the Union County Lions Club meeting April 11 at Hardee’s. Morgan gave a presentation explaining life with Gideon and his training. She demonstrated commands which Gideon followed perfectly.
Cindy Taylor “Gideon is working today, so he is wearing his jacket,” said Morgan. “We don’t pet him when he is working.” Morgan took Gideon into her home last fall to train him as a Leader Dog for the Blind. He will go back to Michigan for the rest of his training this fall. The Leader Dogs for the Blind program was founded by a few local Lions Club members in Rochester, Mich. Gideon’s expenses so far have been around $200, and Morgan has paid for most of that out of her own pocket. Her work is voluntary, and she receives no pay. Training Gideon is a 4-H project for Morgan, but she also has a passion for the work. For that reason, she is considering raising other guide dogs in the future. “I am just so proud of Mary for doing this,” said club president Donna Jones. Bonnie Peters of the Inskip Lions Club presented Morgan with a token of appreciation for Morgan’s efforts. The Union County Lions Club promised to support her as well, and Union County Mayor Mike Williams was on hand to meet Gideon. “Why don’t you bring this story to the County Com-
Mary Morgan prepares her presentation to the Union County Lions Club while her guide dog in training Gideon watches patiently. Photos by C. Taylor mission?” said Williams. “I think it would be good for our county to be known as helping in this endeavor. It would be good for us to commit to doing one a year, and you would probably find a very supportive group.” Ron Riehn, District 12-N coordinator from the Lions Club International Foundation, gave a brief presentation on the benefits of the Lions Club to the community. The Lions Club has programs that include vision tests for preschoolers, reconditioning of used eyeglasses, sponsoring cataract surgeries, helping to provide hearing aids and disaster relief. The Union County Lions Club is a nonprofit organization doing great work in serving the community and is seeking members. Con-
tact Union County Property group of citizens such as Assessor Donna Jones for this can accomplish, and I information. want to applaud you’” said Denton. “As far as tax laws, Denton gives tax advice they change constantly, and The Union County Busi- you have to stay on top of ness and Professional As- them.” sociation The UCBPA does have a m e e t i n g lot of irons in the fire just April 12 was now with its prayer breaka great time fast coming up April 23, a to get finan- board meeting April 26, a cial advice golf tournament April 29 and learn and scholarship applicaabout tax tions soon to be available. law changes. Due to the reconstrucClark Den- tion of the meeting rooms Clark Denton ton of Den- at Hardee’s, the next two ton Financial Group was the meetings will be held at a guest speaker and reviewed different location, possibly options for financial plan- Ann’s Kitchen. The UCBPA ning for the future and the hopes to have a represeneconomy. tative from the highway “In listening to all that department at one of those you have going on in your meetings to discuss the concounty, I just want to say struction work that is ongothat it is amazing what a ing in the county. The next meeting will be noon Tuesday, May 10.
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Resort needs donations Beach Island Resort and Marina is installing a floating putting green. All proceeds from practicing chipping onto the floating green goes to the Union County Humane Society. The resort is in need of golf balls, three irons and wedges. These can be used or new and will be accepted all summer long at the Humane Society and the Chamber of Commerce. Clean out your garages and bring them on. Contact Cindy Taylor at brentcindyt@ gmail.com.
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Hunter finds the hilarity of ironic oddities in new book David Hunter says an author’s 16th book isn’t near as exciting as when the first or second one rolls off the press. An old friend, writer Deborah Adams, who along with Justine Veatch has decided to begin publishing books unique to the market, told David she likes his essays and wanted a nonfiction book on any topic. David picked a favorite theme – absurdity. The resulting tome, “From Here to Absurdity,” will be published next month. The first thing that popped into David’s mind was a pink flamingo. He’d seen many of the plastic ornaments propped up in people’s yards virtually his entire life. Turns out the common staple of yard art was originally designed by a man who’d never seen a pink flamingo (Don Featherstone) in an area of the country (Worchester County, Mass.) in which none can live. Featherstone was a struggling artist looking for extra money when he went to work for Union Products in the late 1950s. Somebody asked him if he could sculpt a plastic pink flamingo. He found a National Geographic and a few books for reference and created two flamingos – one with its head held up, the other with its head bent down. Art Deco was all the rage, so the flamingos were painted pink. Lightning struck. From the time the first one sold until 2004, more than 20 million of the official Featherstone flamingos found their way onto lawns everywhere. And that’s not even counting the knockoffs. “There are probably more pink flamingos in people’s yards than the entire flamingo population,” David says. Oh, he also found out that flamingos are actually white.
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“They get their color by what they eat.” Union Products stopped producing the flamingos in the middle part of this decade. After the molds and intellectual rights were sold to a New York company, lo and behold, another outfit in Worcester County, Mass., bought them and is again cranking out the Featherstone flamingo. They sold for $3 through the 1960s. Now, they fetch $85 a pair. “Made by an artist who’d never seen one, in a place where none could ever live. How ironic can you be?” Another chapter looks at the rise of “the ribbon people.” Somebody put a “spay and neuter” magnetic ribbon on the back of David’s car after he and wife Cheryl attended a Humane Society event. He didn’t notice until his daughter met him for breakfast the next day.
David went digging and found out that the yellow ribbon has been a symbol of lost love for centuries. The Puritans, known mostly for monochrome in more ways than one, wore yellow sashes into battle during the American Revolution. “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon” was a popular Civil War song among the cavalry. It was later the subject of a John Wayne film. New York Post writer Pete Hamill apparently wrote a column in 1971 called “Going Home,” about a convict released from prison who tells the college kids riding on a bus with him that if a yellow ribbon is tied to his gatepost when he gets home, he’s welcome to return. It was reprinted in Reader’s Digest the following year, shortly before James Earl Jones played the convict in an ABC-TV movie. Soon after, songwriters Irwin Levine and L. Russell Brown registered a copyright for a song called “Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Old Oak Tree.” It became an international hit for the pop group Tony Orlando and Dawn. Hamill apparently brought suit against the songwriters after the song became a smash. They claimed they’d heard the story in the Army. “It was discovered that one form of the story was told in 1957 in a book on prison reform,” David says, “only the ribbon was white.” Hamill dropped his suit. Watergate conspirator Jeb Stuart Magruder’s wife put up yellow ribbons when he was released from prison in 1975. Family members of the Americans
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Local author and columnist David Hunter is releasing his 16th book, “From Here to Absurdity,” in May. Photo submitted creating what someone later called “a turkey shoot.” The Union suffered almost 3,800 casualties. Burnside became the scapegoat and was never given another command. On and on it goes, chapters about potted meat and why David is a “failure” as a Southern male (“I’ve never owned a pickup truck and I don’t like beer”) and his discovery that eight Republican red states are among the top 10 consumers of pornography. (Utah is No. 1). Hunter hopes to have the book out by the third week of May. It will be available at local bookstores, through Amazon and Barnes and Noble online, and via eBook download. He isn’t sure what the next book will bring, but David Hunter knows one thing. As long as he can take a breath, he’ll be typing. “Most of us writers never make a lot of money and don’t expect to, but we go on doing it because that’s what we do. I write for the same reason a spider spins. I can’t help it.” Call Jake Mabe at 922-4136 or email JakeMabe1@aol.com. Visit him online at http://jakemabe.blogspot.com, on Facebook or at Twitter.com/HallsguyJake
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taken hostage in Iran in 1979 also adopted the image. It made comebacks during the first and second Gulf Wars. “But somebody realized that the yellow ribbon would have a limited market after the troops came home,” David says. “So some became camouflage colored.” And, then, everybody wanted a ribbon. David says he once spotted a car sporting four magnetic ribbons – one that just said “ribbon.” “In one generation, it went from being a national symbol to a cheap ad gimmick. That was the second chapter. Then I was on fire.” He writes about the illfated Civil War battle of the Crater, July 1864, Petersburg, Va. U.S. Lt. Col. Henry Pleasants came up with a unique way to break the stalemate between the entrenched Federal and Confederate forces by digging a mine shaft underneath the Rebel lines and filling it with explosive charges. Long story made short, the darn thing blew, creating a 170-foot long, 120-foot wide crater. The hitch was that Gen. George Meade at the last minute ordered Gen. Ambrose Burnside not to use the black troops that had been trained to rush through the tunnel and attack the unsuspecting Confederates. Brig. Gen. James H. Ledlie, who was ordered to brief the replacement white troops, decided to get drunk instead. So, the replacements hesitated for about 10 minutes before attacking and became sitting ducks in the crater,
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Unforgettable football Vols TALES OF TENNESSEE | Marvin West Derek Dooley’s “Vol for Life” is a really good idea, an excellent sales pitch for recruiting, a splendid public relations slogan and a fine road map. The program centers on character education, life skills, career development and spiritual growth. A few years ago, Haywood and Gus wrote a book titled “Once a Vol, Always a Vol.” To me, that also meant Vol for life, once you are in, you are in for keeps. Family. Us and ours. In case of the occasional prodigal son, say a prayer but never give up. Here I go repeating myself, again sharing with you the facts of Tennessee football life. Volunteers really are forever. If you put on pads and an orange shirt
WORSHIP NOTES Easter services ■ Cedar Ford Baptist Church, located at the intersection of Tazewell Pike and Highway 61 in Luttrell, will present “We Need His Love,” a portrayal of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 16. All are welcome. Info: 992-0216. ■ Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive in Maynardville, will hold a biker Easter service, “He is Risen,” Easter Sunday, April 24, at 11 a.m. All brands welcome. Ride your bike. Info: 925-2546. ■ Valley Grove Baptist Church, located at the intersection of Hickory Valley Road and Highway 61 West, will have a Good Friday singing at 7 p.m. April 22. All are welcome.
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and do anything to help win a game, you are never forgotten. Guaranteed. I’m not talking about legends, Peyton Manning or Willie Gault or Steve Kiner or Eric Berry or Bob Johnson. Of course we remember them – and Hacksaw and the Swamp Rat and Johnny Mills and a hundred other famous names. This isn’t about All-Americans or the Hall of Fame. This is about Ray Martin, a halfback from Danville, Va., who picked off a Louisville pass at the goal line and returned it 100 yards for a Tennessee touchdown. That was 1953. Johnny Unitas threw it. The Vols won 59-6. Bobby Brengle, Spring City small-size tailback, was another very interestCorryton, will host old-time gospel singings at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 16; 6 p.m. Sunday, April 17; and 7 p.m. Monday, April 18. Monday night’s singing will feature special guest the Joyaires. Info: 688-7674 or www.clearspringsbaptist.net. ■ Revival Vision Church of God, 154 Durham Drive, will host Heather Layne in a free concert sponsored by Celebrate Recovery, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 19. Layne brings a Christ-centered message of recovery, healing and restoration. All are welcome. Info: www.heatherlayne. com.
Revivals ■ Faith Temple Church of God, 1706 Cecil Ave., will have a Golden Oldies Revival through April 17, featuring retired ministers Robert Burkhart, Robert Holmes, Jessie Rouse and Frank Williams for old fashioned preaching, along with music and special singers. Services are 6 p.m. Sunday. Info: 922-5448.
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ing Volunteer of that era, the Harvey Robinson years. Bobby was an excellent punter, 42.5 average, and a nifty punt-returner. Good combo. Good man. Remember Charles Rader? He was the left tackle from Greeneville, backside protector of the famous tailback in the championship season of 1956? Rader was a genuine student-athlete, academic All-American, A average in chemistry. Sammy Burklow, fullback from Hazard, Ky., was high-point man in the 1957 Gator Bowl victory over Texas A&M and Paul “Bear” Bryant. Sammy kicked a field goal, 17 yards, first of his career. Wayne Grubb, guard from Athens, was involved
in The Stop of LSU’s Billy Cannon at or near the goal line in 1959. Of course we remember Wayne Grubb. Ed Beard, Norfolk, Va., was second-team blocking back and linebacker behind Wayne Coleman in 1961. I recall Ed picking off a pass and roaring from midfield to a Tennessee touchdown. Alas, I also recall his dismissal for some minor transgression of team rules. A fan and friend purchased a bus ticket and Ed packed his stuff and moved on to the Wheeling, W.Va., Ironmen and from there to the San Francisco 49ers – and a terrific NFL career. I also remember the warm reception a couple of years ago when Beard returned to Big Orange Country, just showed up with a hundred other lettermen in the Lauricella Room at Neyland Stadium before a game. I’ll tell you what I told him, that I am almost certain he would have been an All-American if he hadn’t fractured curfew. Bob Zvolerin was left tackle on the 1963 team that
I am blessed CROSS CURRENTS | Lynn Hutton Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit. (Psalm 32: 1-2 NIV) The first time I heard it, I was startled. “How are you?” I said, by way of greeting. Mary, a young woman with a hard life and a million-dollar smile, answered, “I am blessed.” It caught my attention because it was different. Our usual answer to that question is “I’m fine. How are you?” It also stirred my imagination because it was an affirmation of faith, and an acknowledgment of humble thanksgiving, a ray of hope, a gleam of recognition that even in the valleys of life, the sun still shines. I have noticed since that day that many of the folks I encounter in my daily work
– the poor, the marginally housed, and those who are experiencing homelessness – answer the perfunctory “How are you?” in the same way: “I am blessed.” I began listening for it, and realized that it was primarily among our AfricanAmerican neighbors that I heard it. I ponder that fact, over and over again. The forebears of AfricanAmericans were brought to this country in chains and lived out their lives as property. They were bought and sold, beaten and driven, separated from their spouses and their children, hunted by dogs if they tried to escape, whipped and tortured if they were caught. And yet, they were able
finished November with shutout victories over Kentucky and Vanderbilt – in honor of outgoing coach Jim McDonald. Zvolerin is the only Vol with vol in his last name. OK, I have been accused of being partial to left tackles. John Boynton, Pikeville, left tackle, 1965-67, was one of the toughest guys in the history of Tennessee tough guys. He suffered an arm injury against Ole Miss in Memphis, came off the field and asked Ray Trail for a little help. “John came up to me on the sideline and said his arm was hurt. It was bent the wrong way at the elbow. It was awful, so bad it was almost sickening.” Coach Trail called for Bill Youmans. The team doctor said Boynton should go to the hospital for repairs. John asked why he couldn’t fi x it right there. The doctor said too painful, nobody could stand that. As Trail remembers, “John said he’d see about that. He invited the doctor to join him on the bench and do whatever was necessary.
Dr. Youmans didn’t think it was a good idea but went about his work. “Sweat popped out on Boynton’s forehead but he didn’t say a word. When his arm looked almost normal again, he stood up and announced, ‘I reckon I’ll go back into the game. Are you going to wrap it up?’ ” No, we won’t forget John Boynton. I will not allow it. Best I recall, it was Carl Witherspoon who recovered the Arkansas fourth-quarter fumble that led to the 14-13 Tennessee triumph in the 1971 Liberty Bowl. Curt Watson scored the tying TD. George Hunt kicked the winning point. Razorbacks also remember. Lifetime Volunteers … so many … unforgettable. How about Xavier Mitchell? He made one of the big plays of 2006, stopping an Air Force two-pointer to save the game at 31-30. It seemed so important at the time. You do remember, don’t you?
to sing songs of praise and worship, claiming the hope of the Gospel and laying hold of a dream of a better day, even though it would come to them only in death. Their gift to all of us was the Afro-American spiritual: a whole body of musical faith such as the world had never seen. Their music grew out of fear and oppression, a longing for a better life, a better place, a dream. They could sing the pain-filled “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen,” and the prayerful “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” which looked to a fairer world on the far side of Jordan. But they also gave us “I Got Shoes,” “In the Year of Jubilo,” and “Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit,” singing of songs of comfort and joy in the midst of a world of trouble. The brown velvet voices of the slaves were lifted in song in the fields, to pass the time. They gathered at night around their cabins, when at last the day’s work was done, and there was a moment just to be. They sang their joys and their sorrows, their longing and their anguish. Because, somehow, deep in their souls, there shone a
light that made them able to say, “I’m blessed.” This statement – every time I hear it – reminds me that I, too, am blessed. It makes me actively think about my blessings, to give thanks for them, to realize that I am a beloved child of God. It opens my heart and enables my hands to be more generous. It makes me feel rich, in all the ways that count. This is Holy Week, when we walk with our Lord through the valley of the shadow. As we make that journey through Jerusalem, into the Temple courtyard, kneeling in the Garden, standing with him before Pilate, pushing through the crowded streets, and trudging up Golgotha, let us remember the sorrow, to be sure. However, like the slaves whose souls were hollowed out by the augur of slavery, and yet were able to sing of their faith, let us also lay hold of the goodness of God. Like the Psalmist, we can say that our transgressions are forgiven and our sins are covered. Let us also look forward to the dawning of Easter, and the joyous and awesome truth that we are, all of us, blessed.
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Students to compete in county spelling bee The countywide spelling bee is coming up Thursday, April 28, at Luttrell Elementary School, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Four winning students from Union County’s elementary schools will be competing for the Union County Spelling Bee Championship. They are: Van Hughett, Big Ridge Elementary; Jacob Mays, Luttrell Elementary; Madison Barnes, Maynardville Elementary; and Megan Rouse, Sharps Chapel Elementary.
Luttrell Elementary 5th grade winner Jacob Mays spelled “accurate” and “monarch” to win the school spelling bee.
Maynardville Elementary 4th grader Madison Barnes won her school spelling bee with “goatee.”
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Big Ridge Elementary 3rd grader Van Hughett won his school spelling bee.
Fifth grader Megan Rouse won the Sharps Chapel Elementary spelling bee.
Birthday planning Daniel will be 3 years old at the end of this month. That number means a lot of things. It’s the supposed end of the Terrible Twos. It’s two more years before he can go to kindergarten. It also means that I’ve got a party to plan and three weeks to plan it. We’re taking the plunge this year and inviting Daniel’s preschool class, not just family and his buddy Tony. Perhaps 12 preschoolers with parents, and I’m hosting them all. I’m trying not to panic. “We need to decide where to have this party,” I said to my husband. “We’re not going to just have it here?” he asked. “Twelve preschoolers in our house?” I replied. While our house is the largest place I’ve lived that wasn’t my parents’ house, it’s not exactly Buckingham Palace. I priced bounce houses and places that specialize in birthday parties. At $120 just for the venue, I think we’ll wait until age 5 or beyond for those.
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desires to be a chef, from turning a fruit tray and a bowl of chips into a huge production. I can’t wait to see how Daniel reacts to his birthday party. This will be the first year that he may have an inkling about his guestof-honor status. I hope it doesn’t freak him out. I hope he can just relax and
We decided on a local park with a $30 fee for the pavilion. Now for the fun part: quizzing the birthday boy. ■ The Union County School “Daniel, your birthday is Board has approved the coming up soon. What kind following calendar for the of party do you want?” remainder of the school year: “Mickey Mouse!” “And what do you want Good Friday, April 22, will be an instructional day for to eat for your birthday?” students. “Cake!” TCAPS will be through Well, that’s settled. April 22. The coaching has startMay 26 and 27, will be ined, too. Daniel can say structional days for students. “Three years old,” and hold Saturday, May 28, will be up some combination of an abbreviated instructional fingers ranging from two day for students. to four. Memorial Day, May 30, will Invitations, decorations, be an administrative day with RSVP’s and party favors no students. are all going to be new terMay 31 will be the last abritory for me. Food should breviated day. be easy if I can just keep my husband, who secretly ■ Kindergarten registration
have a good time. Regardless, after the shindig ends and the kiddo’s in bed, I plan to celebrate with a glass of wine. Here’s to Daniel for being the coolest kid ever, here’s to my husband for putting up with both of us, and here’s to me for at least trying to be a good mom. Contact Shannon Carey at shannon@ ShopperNewsNow.com.
Each year, East Tennessee PBS launches the PBS Kids Go! Writers Contest for students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. This year, a student from Luttrell Elementary School took second place in the kindergarten division. Seven-year-old Wyatt Simpson titled his book “The Mixed Up Cow” and was not only the author, but the illustrator as well. Wyatt is in Kari Reynolds’ kindergarten class and had some help from her as well as her assistant Pat Bailey. Wyatt dictated to his teachers the words he wanted to use with each illustration. They put them on computer, and Wyatt drew the pictures. “Mrs. Bailey worked really hard helping Wyatt with his book, and we are so proud of him,” said Reynolds.
Luttrell Elementary kindergartener Wyatt Simpson holds his book “The MixedUp Cow,” which won second place in the East Tennessee PBS Kids Go! Writers Contest. Photo by C. Taylor
Wyatt did a story board just like a published author would do. “I would like to be a writer some day,” said Wyatt. It would appear he already is.
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■ Link your Food City Value Card with the school of your choice to earn money for that school. To link, ask your cashier at check-out. Even though the school isn’t built yet, you can already link your Value Card to Paulette Elementary School.
Pre-K ■ Union County Pre-K Roundup will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday in April, in the Union County High School commons area. This is for children who will reach 4 years of age by Sept. 1. Space is limited. Blank registration forms may be picked up and dropped off at Luttrell Elementary, Maynardville
Elementary, Sharps Chapel Elementary and central office. Info: Jimmy Carter, 992-5466, ext. 110.
Horace Maynard ■ Dance will be held Friday, April 29. Eighth grade talent show will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 28.
Union County High ■ Union County High School cosmetology students will be offering free haircuts through May 20 to help train for their board exams. Call 992-0180 and ask for cosmetology to set up an appointment.
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REUNIONS â– Horace Maynard High School Class of 1971 is planning its 40-year reunion. Those who would like to help get things started are encouraged to contact Donna Bailey Jones, 992-1555 or ucar1@bellsough.net, or Vickie Eastridge Keck, 910-580-4843.
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Gospel pair make CD By Cindy Taylor
Musical talent continues to spring forth in Union County, and the latest contribution to this amazing history comes from Haley Brooks and Josh Collins. Brooks and Collins attend church together at Community Baptist on Highway 61. They started combining their talents when Collins was looking for someone to sing harmony on one of his favorite songs. He and Brooks practiced the song and then sang it in their church. Once people heard the blending of the two voices, requests started pouring in. Collins has a background in gospel music and sang with his family for many years. Brooks was a winner
I don’t see a career in this right now for me.� “A career in music would be nice, but it is not my main focus,� said Brooks. “I am considering becoming an orthodontist. I’m looking at Belmont College since they allow a major in music along with a second major.� The two are releasing their first CD this week and hope to have it available for purchase at Art in the Park on April 16. The recording contains favorites of both singers and includes one Josh Collins and Haley Brooks will soon release their first CD. track written by Brooks. Photo by C. Taylor The future is not set for either singer, but for now, of the Union County Talent looking to make that their ministering to the youth at Show last November and has focus at this point. Community Baptist Church been singing in church since “There is a great ministry is where both feel their she was a child. Brooks is an to be done in growing our hearts are leading them. accomplished pianist and youth at church,� said Colwill often accompany their lins. “I believe Haley and I performances. The two can help lead that growth. are happy to sing at events Singing other places every on occasion, but neither is now and then is great, but
Cancer Support Community programs All programs of the Cancer Support Community of East Tennessee (formerly the Wellness Community) are offered at no cost to individuals affected by cancer and most are offered at 2230 Sutherland Ave. in Knoxville. Info: www.cancersupportet.org or 546-4661. â– Weekly cancer survivor support groups, Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings and Tuesday evenings. â– Weekly support groups for cancer caregivers, Monday evening. â– Weekly cancer family bereavement group. Thursday evening.
Bluegrass at Laurel Theater The New River Boys and New River Wind will perform traditional bluegrass 8 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Laurel Theater in Knoxville. Tickets are $12. Tickets: 523-7521 or visit www.knoxtix.com.
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Maggie Longmire to perform Folk and blues singer Maggie Longmire will perform 8 p.m. Friday, April 30, at the Laurel Theater in Knoxville. Tickets are $12. Tickets: www.knoxtix. com or 523-7521.
The Union County Farmers Market Committee has c h o s e n an original design by Union County High School student Megan Huiting as the market’s Megan Huiting official logo. The logo will appear on signs announcing the times and dates for the market. Huiting is a 17-year-old junior at Union County High. She plans to attend art school after graduation. She has also started her own screen printing business and plans to sell T-shirts at the Art in the Park Festival on April 16. Union County High School student Megan Huiting created this – C. Taylor logo for the Union County Farmers Market. g by Megan Huitin Original Design
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