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Finger-lickin’ chicken Assistant District Attorney Jared Effler addresses honor students at the Union County High School honors banquet.

With honors Academic awards banquet at Union County High See page A-8

Bright eyes, bright futures Lions give eye exams See Bonnie Peters’ story on page A-2

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UT Extension serves up 4-H fundraiser By Cindy Taylor Grilling is a summer tradition, but Union County’s UT Extension office has turned that tradition into an annual fundraising event. When Shannon Perrin, Wendi Purcel and Cindy Lay fired up the grill May 4, the scent wafted from the Extension office down into the valley and compelled city employees and others to drop what they were doing to race up that hill. For a mere $8, they purchased mouth-watering grilled chicken halves, baked beans and chips. Lay carried a sprayer on her back as she basted the chicken with the special 4-H barbecue sauce. The chicken was turned and watched constantly until the proper temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit was attained. Pursel greeted the lunch crowd and added chips to the meal as she took payments. Volunteers and Extension office employees worked tirelessly from early morning into the afternoon to ensure the chicken would be ready when people started arriving. Many people showed their support for 4-H by donating more than the requested $8. Extension Agent Shannon Perrin drives to Greeneville to borrow the trailer that housed the charcoal and grills. The trailer is donated, but gas to transport between Knoxville and Greeneville and back is costly. She hopes to find something local that can be used in the coming years to save money. “This is a yearly fundraiser, and we are in our sixth year,” said Perrin as she pulled a chicken off the grill and placed it in a carry-out container. “And just to be clear, these are not chickens raised by 4-H’ers.”

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Shannon Perrin serves up the UT Extension Office’s special barbecue chicken as Brett Pursel and Martin Dickey keep an eye on the grill. In the background, Bill Morgan pays Wendi Purcel for his order. Photo by C. Taylor The chicken was donated by Food City of Maynardville, and the chips were donated by Corner Market in Sharps Chapel. The fundraiser supports 4-H students in Union County and raised more than $550 this year after costs. The money raised pays for the ribbons, awards and trophies for competitions like public speaking, Clover Bowl, Achievement Day and demonstrations.

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By Cindy Taylor Union County Commission voted on May 9 to oppose a bill in the state Legislature that would allow liquor by the drink in Union County, specifically at Hickory Star Marina. Director of Missions for the Midland Baptist Association Mike Viles was on the agenda to speak to the commission regarding House Bill 593, a bill of which many in the county, including some officials, were not aware. The bill was first introduced by state Rep. Harry Tindell, a Democrat from Knox County District 13, in February of this year. After many amendments, the bill made it through the regular channels to be up for vote on May 11 in the state Senate. The bill was somewhat unclear in its amendments, which named numbers rather than specific counties, but if passed it would allow liquor by the drink at one specific facility on Norris Lake in Union County.

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The event was set to run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Extension office grilled 90 chicken halves. Even so, many hungry residents left disappointed when the food ran out before 1 p.m. If you missed out, don’t despair. “We have had such a great response for the past two years we may need to consider adding a second barbecue in the fall,” said Perrin. Yes, please.

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Along with Extension office employees, volunteers who helped with the event were Ronnie Irrick, Robert Loy, Brett Pursel, Bill Blackburn, Connie Sherritze, Dakota Sherritze, Martin Dickey and Patty Sexton. “It smelled so good down at the UT Extension office,” said Melanie Dykes, who works in the Union County Mayor’s office. “I picked it up and could not wait to eat it. My food was delicious.”

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Viles was adamant in his opposition to the bill, pointing out legal, social and moral reasons for a resolution from the commission to have Union County excluded from the bill. “Thank you for allowing me to express my thoughts and beliefs about the sale of liquor by the drink in Union County. We need a resolution passed by this commission to be sent to Nashville in opposition to House Bill 593,” said Viles. “We got hoodwinked. People don’t know about this. First of all, I believe this is an at-

tempt by politicians outside Union County to slip legislation through the House and Senate for their own political gain at Union County’s expense. I have called Tindell’s office to no avail and have had no return call.” The original Senate Bill SB0782 reads: Alcoholic Beverages – As introduced, adds Buffalo River Resort in Perry County to the definition of premier type tourist resort for purposes of the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption. – Amends The latest amendment reads: Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 57-4102(26), is amended by adding the following language as a new, appropriately designated subdivision: A privately-owned resort and recreational facility possessing each of the following characteristics: Has at least one hundred forty-five (145) acres of land, some of which border and composes shoreline on Norris Lake; Has a boat dock which includes a full service marina that includes at least one hundred eighty-four (184)

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When used in this subdivision, the “facility” shall include any location within the property designated by the licensee; and does not discriminate against any patron on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, or national origin. Law enforcement officers present voiced their support for the resolution. Commissioner Wayne Roach made the motion to adopt the resolution to oppose liquor by the drink in Union County, and Commissioner Brenda Jessee made the second. All commissioners present voted to adopt the resolution. Viles will forward it on to state Rep. Dennis Powers before Wednesday. According to Tindell’s assistant Val Haines, this amendment is currently in the Senate Finance Committee and hasn’t even been presented to the state House at this point. Powers stated that the bill had been postponed to another day and was no longer on the state House calendar for May 11. Powers also stated that he handTo page A-3 Large selection of plants: bedding, shrubbery, hanging baskets and more.

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This time, it just took some Lions Club members from three counties to screen new kindergarten enrollees at the five Union County elementary schools. The Union County Lions Club is doing a great job in identifying vision problems and getting help for those who need it, but there simply were not enough trained members to get the job done at the same time at five different locations. In view of this, past district governor Jim McFarland called on some sister clubs for help. Union County Lions Club member Randy Jones and president Donna Jones screened at Maynardville Elementary along with Sheri Hensley of the Inskip Lions Club. Larry Elan and Mar-

found, the family and the school will be notified. Dr. Sean P. Donahue, head of the Tennessee Lions Eye Center at Vanderbilt, is one of the foremost experts in the world in pediatric eye care. He literally travels all over the world training doctors and advocating to government officials the importance of this testing. He was in Egypt the day before that uprising and in Japan a day or so Lions Club past district governor Jim McFarland tests Kinzy before the tsunami, so there Rae Widnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyesight during the Union County kindergarten probably arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t many people signing up at the moment to round-up. Photo submitted travel with him. It is worthy tin Freeman of the Campbell Elementary School at Milan to note that every penny doCounty Lions Club screened Baptist Church. nated to Lions Clubs Internaat Big Ridge Elementary Lions use an instrument tional Foundation is used for School. President Penny Wil- called SureSight, which costs projects, not overhead. liams and Carol Hulmland of about $5,000, that can detect The Union County Lions Halls Lions Club did the vi- vision problems not detected are most grateful to their sion screening at Sharps Cha- in regular eye exams. If these sister clubs for helping with pel Elementary. Norvell and childhood vision problems are this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision screenings, Kathy Burrow of the Farragut identified and treated before with more than 100 children Lions Club screened the kin- a child is 6 years old, many screened at the five schools. dergarteners at Luttrell El- times blindness is prevented. Generally, with that number ementary School. McFarland The results of these vision of children screened, there of the West Knoxville Lions screenings have been for- would be about five to 10 viand president Bonnie Peters warded to Vanderbilt Univer- sion problems identified. If of the Lions Club of Inskip sity Eye Center for diagnosis you hear of a child who has screened the kindergarteners and recommended treatment benefited from this effort, enrolling at the new Paulette if needed. If any problem is just thank a Lion.

Business of the week Union County Chamber of Commerce In many places, the Chamber of Commerce is a sterile building, and entering means being greeted by a stranger who is there because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a job. Not so in Union County. Located in the historic Maynardville Bank building in the heart of the city, this Chamber of Commerce is a place where you will be greeted warmly by an enthusiastic person, usually Chamber president Julie Graham, and where every attempt is made to meet your needs. You may run into Union County officials, members of the community or visitors just passing through looking for sightseeing adventures. The Chamber is a hub where meeting and greeting, exchange of ideas and discovery are all a part. Add a few cafĂŠ tables and chairs, serve coffee and you have the atmosphere of a Starbucks, complete with Wi-Fi. Business is conducted here on a fast-paced and hectic basis, as Graham will tell you. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our defined mission is to create, nurture and expand diverse economic growth, to be an advocate for business in Union County and to provide the highest quality of life for its community,â&#x20AC;? said Graham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On any given day, the Chamber can be involved in economic development, assisting a new or existing

Just a few of the faces who frequent the Chamber of Commerce office in Union County: local business owner Zan Thompson, Chamber president Julie Graham and UT marketing consultant Paul Middlebrooks. Photo by C. Taylor business, sending out welcome or tourism packages, planning a festival, urging expansion of broadband in the county, developing a tourism marketing brochure or map, writing grants, or simply answering calls about the community.â&#x20AC;?

The Chamber was organized in 2003 as a project by Leadership Union County. The Chamber board is comprised of 15 elected members and four ex-officio members who meet monthly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Union County has benefited from the dedication of current and ex-board members, the numerous volun-

teers who step up to assist with Chamber projects that tie back to the mission, as well as the support provided by each of the local municipalities, the 100-plus members and the county government,â&#x20AC;? said Graham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of these entities are important to the success that can translate into jobs, better roads or schools, community events and decrease of the taxpayer burden for services.â&#x20AC;? Several major projects underway include PlanET, a three-year planning process funded by a $4.3 million grant; revising the tourism marketing plan funded by a National Endowment of the Arts grant, a Union County tourism brochure funded by a tourism grant and the startup of a monthly Business After Hours opportunity.

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The Union County Business and Professional Association meeting May 10 was hopping. Jamie Hackney brought his own version of Glee Club, the chorus from Union County High School. The group serenaded the crowd during a delicious lunch at Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen with a medley of hits, including selections from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Phantom of the Operaâ&#x20AC;? and even Journey. Their a cappella numbers blended beautifully, and Lucas Nicely could make the keyboard shout when he accompanied the group. Band and music teacher Jamie Hackney is in his seventh year of teaching and his first year at Union County High. He has brought students together to produce a wonderful sound. Their performance was invigorating

and enjoyable. The group also had a concert planned for the same evening at the high school. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I almost cut one of their numbers because I was a little nervous about it,â&#x20AC;? said Hackney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t because it was the best Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard them sing it.â&#x20AC;? Brad Davis reported that the golf tournament had 18 participants and made more than $5,000 to add to the scholarship fund. To date the UCBPA has raised more than $70,000 toward student scholarships. Justin Collins spoke briefly regarding Toys for Tots and the newly organized Union County Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Charity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are still in process of getting our 501(c)(3) status through the IRS,â&#x20AC;? said Collins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These applications take time, but we hope to have all of that done by next year.â&#x20AC;? Tom Heemstra spoke about the first year Creatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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The school board honored the HOSA club’s regional winners: (front) Madison Steiner, Tiffany Headrick, Heather Huskey, Christina Foust; (second row) Krista Foust, Ali Patterson, Brittany Patterson, Molly Sanders, Kaitlyn Nicley; (back) Preslee Hickman, Todd Mulkey and MacKenzie Graves. FFA winners honored by the school board are: advisor Linda Baxter, Charlie Dunaway, Dustin Gillpatrick, Tiffany Foster and Patrick Trinity.

Tyler Bailey, teacher Eddie Satterfield, Kevin Bragg and Brandon Wilson were honored by the school board for winning the Skills USA Automotive Contest.

School board honors students By Cindy Taylor Specialrecognitionreplaced change orders on the Union County School Board agenda May 10, as students were rewarded for their achievements in academics and the career and technical fields. The school board opened bids for playground equipment for Paulette Elementary and approved a bid from School and Office Supply for $36,887. Bids were also opened for custodial supplies for coming year. Ellison’s won the bid, coming in at $36,251. The board has been giving consideration to afterschool care, and three bids have been submitted. Board chair Brian Oaks suggested an independent meeting to review all proposals and appointed a committee of four for that purpose. Martha Hill of Sharps Chapel was present and addressed the board regarding after-school care.

The commission gave special recognition to Union County High School golf seniors Weston Capps and Austin Collins. grant but will cost Union County no money.” The commission agreed that Peters should apply for From page A-1 the grant. Two Union County High delivered the resolution School students were recfrom Union County ognized by the commission. Commission to Tindell and Weston Capps and Austin Union County Historian Bonnie state Sen. Bill Ketron, who Collins were acknowledged Peters addresses the commisintroduced the Senate Bill for their contributions to the sion regarding grant applicaSB0782. golf and tennis programs at tion. Photos by C. Taylor “I am opposed to this bill Union County High School and plan to vote against it,” and to their community. said Powers. “It should not “There are some students be presented this way. It in Union County who do should be placed on a ref- good things and bring posierendum, and the people tive notoriety to our county,” of Union County should be said Mayor Mike Williams. able to vote on this them- “These gentlemen are beselves.” ing recognized because they Lynn Carpenter was ap- have outstanding records pointed by the commission and achievements in their to take the office of consta- school. We felt it appropriate Lynn Carpenter is newly apble for the 1st District. The that we recognize them here pointed constable for the 1st position has been vacant tonight.” District. since the resignation of Constable Johnny Hubbs last month. Union County Historian Bonnie Peters approached the commission regarding a resolution for a 2012 Transportation EnhanceBuildings & ment Grant. Call or Carports of all “I came before you in come see sizes. 2009 to ask permission to us before Log, metal renovate Oak Grove School you buy! and wood and secure a grant for preservation,” said Peters. “We 7600 Maynardville Hwy • 922-4770 have accomplished a great deal there, volunteers are continuing the work and interest is still high. We will do the preparation for Triple J Farms this new grant but it has to be in the name of Union 865-254-5783 County. This is an 80/20

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Hamilton of Rutledge and Lena Collins of Luttrell. Elijah White will celebrate his third birthday May 14, with a Thomas and Friends party with family and friends. Parents are Jeremy White and Tina Sands. Grandparents are Ken and Lynn Spencer and Lynn and Angie White. Great-grandparents are Archie and Mable McGill.

REUNIONS ■ The Cupp Reunion (family and friends of P.H. “Hurb” and Martha Cupp) will hold a reunion 1 p.m. Saturday, June 18, at the Fountain City Lions Club Building at Fountain City Park. Bring a covered dish and a 2-liter drink. Bring memorabilia to share. Info: Brenda Clabough Smith, 748-1658, or Jimmy Cupp, 423-626-3643. ■ Horace Maynard High School Class of 1971 is planning its 40year 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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Battling drugs in Union County Union County veterinarian Jared Graves facilitated a meeting and film showing May 10. The meeting put forth a new plan for battling the growing drug problem in this county.

from the Union County Sheriff’s Department attended, as well as many local pastors. Graves hopes this will be something that can grow to a countywide event. ■

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The Chamber of Commerce and the Union County Business and Professional Association will The film shown, “Ap- host a series of Business palachian Dawn,” is about After Hours Events beginthe means used by Man- ning at 6 p.m. Tuesday, chester, Ky., to combat May 17, at Union County drug use in that county. Hardware. These are great American Rentals man- opportunities to meet with ager Keith Noe donated a other business owners, 60-inch plasma television share information or promote your business. Info: for the event. 992-2811. Ken Bowling, a pastor in Manchester and one of the ■ Career Coach pastors in the film, spoke coming to about the ways their community pulled together and Vocational Rehab basically stopped the drug Center problem in Manchester. Union County Career The film is a documentary about this process. Union Service Day will be held 9 County Mayor Mike Wil- a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, liams and representatives June 2, at the Vocational

state law. The Humane Society makes every effort to place animals in “forever homes” as soon as possible. Timely contact will ensure that your lost pet is not adopted by new owners. Remember, identification and rabies tags are your pet’s protection. Info: 992-7969.

Work day at Miller’s Cemetery Miller’s Cemetery Association has scheduled a work day for 9 a.m. Saturday, May 21, at the cemetery. Also, the association is seeking monetary donations to help with cem-

etery maintenance. If you have loved ones buried at Miller’s Cemetery, located on Maynardville Highway just north of Ailor Gap Road, please consider helping with the upkeep of your loved ones’ final resting place. Some families buried in the cemetery include Helms, Wood(s), Corum, Butler, Gentry and many more. Info: Kim Woods, 256-6986.

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,

Rehabilitation Center on Wilson Lane. The Career Coach will be pulling in to help residents with job searches, resume building and interview skills. To make an appointment, call 992-1756. ■

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The Union County Farmers Market was organized to give local farmers the opportunity for direct sales of farm products and to give Union County residents the opportunity to buy locally produced, farm fresh and healthy products. Supporting our local farmers should increase the sustainability of our farmlands, a benefit which should be of interest to our local homeowners associations. Last week featured a free Health Fair composed of Caring Medical, Abundant Health, Mercy Health Partners, Carolyn Chesney, Quality Healthcare and the Union County Health Department. Beth Bergeron

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New York Times bestselling authors Charlaine Harris and Dr. Bill Bass will speak at the B97.5 Author Spotlight 7 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Rothchild Conference Center, 8807 Kingston Pike in Knoxville. Harris is the author of the Sookie Stackhouse novels that the HBO series “True Blood” is based on. Dr. Bass is the creator of The Body Farm at UT. Tickets are $40 for VIP seats and a copy of “Dead Reckoning” and $30 for VIP seating only. Tickets: www.knoxvilletickets. com or 656-4444.

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Shape Note Singings ■ Old College Annual Harp Singing, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 15, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 123 S. Jackson St., Athens. Info: Cora Sweatt, 423-7450248. ■ Old College Monthly Harp Singing, 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 123 S. Jackson Ave., Athens. Info: Cora Sweatt, 423-7450248. ■ Sevier County Monthly Old Harp Singing, 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, Middle Creek United Methodist Church, 1828 Middle Creek Road, Pigeon Forge. Info: David Sarten, 428-0874. ■ Franklin Monthly Old Harp Singing, 3 p.m. Sunday, May 29, Greeneville Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 201 N. Main St., Greeneville. Info: Jeff Farr, 423-6398211.

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June 6-10, and 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.

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was market manager for the week. Upcoming Farmers Market events include a free Zumba class at 9 a.m. May 21, and free compact florescent light bulbs at the 4-H energy booth that day. McBee’s Dairy Farm will be in attendance June 4 for National Dairy Month. On June 11, Senior Citizens Home Assistance will craft signs for sale. Watch for Oakes Daylilies, Everything Mushrooms, BeeGreen Nursery and Union County High School’s horticulture department to host more workshops and events at the Farmers Market this summer and fall. The Union County Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon and is located in front of the Union County High School. Farmers are selling nurserygrown vegetable seedlings, flowers and hanging baskets as well as asparagus, kale, lettuce, greens, onions, chard, strawberries and rhubarb.

These lots are located in the River Vista subdivision with sewer, gas, water, electricity, cable TV and all services established inside the city limits of Clinton. Part of this waterfront property is being sold at ABSOLUTE AUCTION! You set the price and whatever it brings, it brings! These lots have sold for $80,000 in the past.

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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. ■ Weekly cancer survivor support groups, Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings and Tuesday evenings. ■ Weekly support groups for cancer caregivers, Monday evening. ■ Weekly cancer family bereavement group. Thursday evening.

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PULL UP A CHAIR … | Jake Mabe

‘Welcome home!’ Touring James White’s Fort

K, I guess it’s time I confess. I’ve never been to James White’s Fort. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve driven by the fort on East Hill Avenue downtown. I knew that James White settled here in the 1780s, several years before Knoxville was founded in 1791. But I couldn’t tell you much more than that. But, I remedied that oversight on a clear and warm Tuesday morning last week. I was the only visitor when I made my confession to Robert McGinnis inside the gift shop.

This portrait of Henry Knox, Secretary of War in George Washington’s administration, hangs in the lower floor of the main house at James White’s Fort. The city of Knoxville was named after Knox in the hopes that he would send troops here to defend the city. Photos by Jake Mabe “Welcome home!” he said, handing me everything I’d need for my self-guided tour. Turns out that James White settled here in 1783 from Iredell County, N.C. He came to East Tennessee to claim land grants he was given for his service in the Revolutionary War. White was a land speculator. By 1800, he would own 125,000 acres in the Tennessee Valley and in West Tennessee. He began building the two-story log house that would become James White’s Fort in the fall of 1785. And here’s something I learned. The stockade walls visible from the road weren’t built for defense against

Native Americans, as I’d always thought. McGinnis says that White got along rather well with the Cherokee because he negotiated their treaties. But wild animals like panthers, bears and wildcats might be enticed by the livestock White kept at his home. Thus the walls. The fort’s main house and kitchen are original, except for the doors, windows and roof. But even the restorations use logs of equal age to the main house, including the smokehouse, which was reconstructed using logs from the Sawyer Fort in Corryton. During its heyday, the stockade area would have been home to six to eight families, as many as 100 people. Before the guest house was built, as many as 35-50 people might be spending the night in White’s main house. McGinnis said the site would have been a “muddy mess” and smelly, too, due to the manure and the fact that people didn’t bathe regularly during that era. I thought about that awhile as I sat in the courtyard, enjoying the morning sun and being thankful for modern hygiene. On the wall of the main house hangs a portrait of Henry Knox, the Secretary of War during President George Washington’s administration. As you may know, the city of Knoxville was named for Knox in the hopes that he’d send troops to protect the city. In 1791, William Blount, who at the time was the governor of the territory south of the Ohio River, asked White if he’d part with some land so that a new territorial capital could be established. According to literature given to visitors at the fort, “64 one-half acre lots were laid off by White’s son-inlaw Charles McClung. The price of each lot was $8, and in October 1791 a lottery was held to assign the lots. This was done so that every man was equal, be he rich or poor, in the receiving of the lots.” And that’s how Knoxville became a city. Over the wine and smoking cabinet in the main house’s lower

An exterior view of James White’s main house from Hill Avenue.

The upper bedroom of the main house at James White’s Fort. As many as 10-12 family members would sleep here on any given night. James White’s Fort is located at 205 East Hill Ave. in downtown Knoxville. Free parking is available. The fort is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday from April through November (closed during UT home football games) and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from December to March. Admission is $7 for adults. Info: 525-6514 or visit http://www.discoveret.org/jwf/. floor hangs a copy of a portrait of Hugh Lawson White, James White’s son. Hugh Lawson White served as a U.S. senator, a state Supreme Court justice, and was the Whig Party’s candidate for president against Martin Van Buren and Henry Clay in 1836. White lost by 48,000 votes. The visitor’s guide says that an average day would begin about 4

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The desk in the lower floor of the main house was made for James White and given to his son Moses for his marriage. No pegs or nails were used in its original construction. Above the desk is a map of the original layout of the city of Knoxville.

a.m. and morning chores would be completed before breakfast, which would be served at 5 a.m. and consist of cat head biscuits, country ham and some kind of gravy, possibly red-eye. Oatmeal would be served later. The kitchen would also serve as the slave’s area. The fort represents this with a bed in the corner of the kitchen. White owned a slave named Sally, who served as a cook. He owned other slaves, too, but Sally was the only one mentioned in his will. The fort also contains a dog trot between the main house and the kitchen, named for the dog days of summer, because it was a cool place to escape the heat due to the breeze that regularly blew through it. Other structures include the well, outhouse, a museum, guest house, tub mill and blacksmith’s shop. (The blacksmith, by the way, also served as a dentist. The set of pincers lying on the forge made me wonder whether the “cure” would be worth it.) McGinnis joked that White liked people, didn’t like living near them. So, by 1793, when Knoxville began to populate, White moved up the Tennessee River to another plantation, where he lived until his death in August 1821. James White’s Fort was restored, largely due to the efforts of Floyd and Ada Kefauver (cousins to Sen. Estes Kefauver), and opened to the public on Halloween 1970. Drop by there next time you’re downtown. You just might learn something you didn’t know. Call Jake Mabe at 922-4136 or email JakeMabe1@ aol.com. Visit him online at jakemabe.blogspot. com, on Facebook or at Twitter.com/HallsguyJake.

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ANTICIPATION HIGH AS OHIO VALLEY GOLD & SILVER REFINERY OPENS FOR BUSINESS NEXT WEEK IN CLINTON! By David Morgan STAFF WRITER Been following the gold and silver market lately? Well if you have a jewelry box, a lock box full of gold or a coffee can full of old coins, you should be, according to Ohio Valley Refinery spokesperson John Miller. “The gold and silver markets have not been this strong for over 30 years” said Miller. Typically when the U.S. dollar is weak and the economy is flat, gold and silver markets soar. “That’s good news if you are sitting on a few gold necklaces or an old class ring” says Miller. Next week, starting Tuesday at 9am and every day next week through Saturday, the Ohio Valley Refinery is setting up a satellite refinery right here in Clinton at the Country Inn & Suites. During their 5 day stay, anyone can bring gold, silver or platinum items and turn them in for immediate payment, explains John Miller. “Just about everybody has some amount of gold or silver just lying around collecting dust and this week anybody can sell theirs direct to our refinery. Typically selling direct to a refinery is reserved for larger wholesale customers like jewelry stores, pawn shops and laboratories” says Miller. “We are changing how business is done,” he explains “we want to do business with everybody so we took our business to the streets”. “Our teams visit various cities around the country hosting 5 day events and allowing the general public to take advantage of our services. “The turnout has been overwhelming” says Miller. “Usually each day is busier than the previous day. It seems once people come to us and sell something, they are so amazed what an old ring or gold coin is worth, they go home and start digging around for more and

Above: Refinery representatives will be on hand next week starting Tuesday through Saturday to purchase all gold, silver and platinum items, as well as coins. Public welcome!

telling relatives, friends and neighbors. It’s like a feeding frenzy by the third day. People line up with everything from gold jewelry to sterling silver flatware sets to old coins. I think during this bad economy everybody can use extra money, but most people say they are taking advantage of selling direct to our refinery because of the higher prices we pay”. During this special event, anyone is welcome to bring all types of gold, silver and platinum to the refinery and turn it in for instant payment. The types of items they will accept include all gold jewelry, gold coins, gold ounces, dental gold, old coins made before 1965 including silver dollars, halves, quarters and dimes, anything marked “sterling” including flatware sets, tea pots, silver bars, silver ounces and all industrial precious metals. What should you expect if you go to the event to sell your gold and/or silver? Just gather up all gold, silver and platinum in any form. If you are not sure

SILVER AND GOLD COIN PRICES UP DURING POOR ECONOMY. Collectors and Enthusiasts in Clinton with $200,000 to Purchase Yours! By Ken McIntosh STAFF WRITER Got Coin? It might be just the time to cash in. Next week, starting Tuesday and continuing through Saturday, the International Collectors Association in conjunction with the Ohio Valley Gold & Silver Refinery will be purchasing all types of silver and gold coins direct from the public. All types are welcome and the event is free. Collectors will be on hand to identify and sort your coins. Then the quality or grade will be determined. The better the grade the more they are worth, according to collectors I talked to. With the silver and gold markets high, prices of older coins are too. Any coins minted before 1965 in the U.S. are 90% silver, except nickels and pennies. The coin’s worth is determined by the rarity and the grade. Old silver dollars are worth a great premium right now, even well worn heavily circulated ones are bringing good premiums. Franklin and Kennedy half dollars, Washington quarters, Mercury and Roosevelt dimes are all worth many times the face value. While older types like Seated Liberty, Standing Liberties, and Barber coins are worth even more. Gold coins are really worth a lot right now, according to Brian Eades of the International Collectors Association. “This country didn’t start minting coins until 1792” says Eades. He explained, “Before that, people would trade goods using gold dust and nuggets. Some shop keepers would take more gold than needed to pay for items purchased. There was no uniform system of making change.” The government opened the first mints and began distributing the coins in 1792. By the beginning of the 19th

ITEMS WE WILL ACCEPT INCLUDE: Scrap Jewelry Dental Gold Sterling Silverware Sterling Silver Tea Sets Silver Dollars All Pre-1965 Coins Industrial Scrap All Forms of Platinum century, coins and paper currency were wide spread and our monetary system was here to stay. In 1933 Roosevelt required all banking institutions to turn in all gold coins. Once all banks turned in this gold, the president raised the gold standard from $20.00 per ounce to $33.00 per ounce. This was his way of stimulating the economy during the great depression. However, gold coins were never redistributed after the recall. But not all gold coins were turned in. “Many folks during that time didn’t completely trust the government and chose to keep their gold” said Eades. These gold coins are sought after by collectors today and bring many times the face value. Any gold coins with the mint marks of CC, D or O will bring nice premiums. Collectors at the event will be glad to show you where to look. Other types of coins will also be purchased including foreign coins, Indian cents, two cent pieces, half dimes, three cent pieces and buffalo nickels to name a few. Collectors warn people against trying to clean their coins, as significant damage can be done and the coin’s value lessened.

if it’s gold or silver, bring it in and they will test it for free. When you arrive at the event you will be asked to fill out a simple registration card and will be issued a number. Seating will be available. When your number is called you will be escorted to a table where your items will be examined, tested and sorted. This only takes a few minutes, using their expertise and specialized equipment. Items will be counted and/or weighed. The value of the items will be determined based on up to the minute market prices. Live feeds will be available at the event displaying

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current market prices of all precious metals. If you choose to sell your items, they will be bagged and tagged and you will be escorted to the cashier to collect your payment. Waiting time to sell your items may range from just a few minutes to 1 hour, so bring something to read. If you are the owner of a jewelry store, pawn shop, dentist office or a dealer you are encouraged to call ahead to make an appointment with the smelt master to discuss their special dealer programs. They can be reached during Refinery hours at (217) 787-7767. Ohio Valley Refinery will open for business Tuesday from 9am–6pm. The event continues every day through next Saturday. No appointment is needed for the general public.

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ITEMS OF INTEREST COINS: All coins made before 1965: silver and gold coins, dollars, halves, quarters, dimes, nickels and pennies. All conditions wanted! VINTAGE GUITARS: Martin, Gibson, Fender, National, Rickenbacker, Gretsch, Mandolins, Banjos & others WRIST & POCKET WATCHES: Rolex, Tiffany, Hublot, Omega, Chopard, Cartier, Philippe, Waltham, Swatch, Elgin, Bunn Special, Railroad, Ebel, Illinois, Hamilton & all others JEWELRY: Gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, all types of stones and metals, rings, bracelets, necklaces, etc. (including broken and early costume jewelry)

ANTIQUE TOYS: All makers and types of toys made before 1965: Hot Wheels, Tonka, Buddy L, Smith Miller, Nylint, Robots, Battery Toys, Mickey Mouse, Train Sets (all gauges, accessories, individual cars), Barbie, GI Joe, German & others WAR MEMORABILIA: Revolutionary War, Civil War, WWI, WWII, etc: swords, badges, clothes, photos, medals, knives, gear, letters. Local records reveal to our research department that recent vintage guitar sold for $2400.00 and another for $12,000.00 to a collector that will be tied into the event this week via live database feed.

LOCAL RESIDENTS ARE READY TO CASH IN!

International antique buyers in town next week and ready to stimulate economy! By David Morgan STAFF WRITER Hundreds of phone calls from local residents poured in to the corporate office of the Ohio Valley Gold and Silver Refinery this week—inquiring about items to be purchased by the team of antique buyers that is on site with OVGSR. The team of buyers next week are purchasing a vast array of vintage items, along with the coins, gold jewelry and sterling silver items the refinery deals in. It is a local shot in the arm for our economy—the spokesperson for the event expects to spend in excess of $200,000.00 next week at the Country Inn & Suites, paying local residents on the spot. The spokesperson for the company has explained that these collectors are paying collector prices for the vintage items and it is great way for people to get a great value for their items.

Above: Refinery representatives will be on hand next week starting Tuesday through Saturday to purchase all gold, silver and platinum items, as well as coins. Public welcome!

UNION COUNTY SHOPPER-NEWS • MAY 14, 2011 • A-7 fewer points. Oh well … On a beautiful morning in late April, when the sun was warm and irises were beginning to bloom, an earthquake struck. Two Vols, Dick Fisher and Eddie Test, were linked to a New York point-shaving scandal. The fallout was | Marvin West deadly. Sines’ final team produe man, captain of the duced a 4-19 record. I was knee-deep mess. There is nothing about Boilermakers, tough guy, there. I recall a Stokely the projected Tennes- fiery competitor, former Center game with fewer see roster to suggest even NBA forward, an all-star. than 500 fans. The News middle of the pack in the Sines didn’t have much Sentinel was a lot of help. Southeastern Conference, to work with and the re- We published a “crowd much less championship cord proved it. One famous shot,” attorney G. Edward contention. No matter how name, Dalen Showalter, Friar high in an end sechard they try, the so-called did what he could. The tion, surrounded by hunbig men aren’t big enough. team went 12-11. There was dreds of empty seats. If they can play, they were a bright spot at the end, a Into this setting came shortchanged by Bruce 65-63 victory at Kentucky. Ray Mears. Good times Pearl. The Wildcats and the cocky followed. Return with us now to blue crowd were stunned. Alas, bad times eventhe era of reduced expec- Joyous Volunteers hoisted tually came back. They tations, to some empty Sines onto their shoulders trailed along behind Wade seats, excess popcorn and and gave him a free ride off Houston. He was a good a fierce fight for .500. For the floor. The coach was man, a fine father but not the time being, there will glad they didn’t drop him. so hot as coach. This was be no more March mad- He chuckled and said they 1989. A lot of eyes were ness, no lost hours in the had never practiced cel- watching. Houston was the coffee shop debating tour- ebrations. first black to head up any nament seedings. This was 1960. It was sport in the 57-year-old Once upon a time, after fun for a few minutes but SEC. just eight seasons as assis- not a hint of better things Doug Dickey created tant, John Sines inherited to come. The next team slid the opening. The athletic the Tennessee basketball backwards, to 10-15. There director told Don DeVoe job. Like Zo, he was a Pur- were eight losses by five or it was time for Tennessee

to go in a different direction. Based on other basketball hires, I’m guessing Dickey had no idea about a replacement. Houston, an assistant at Louisville, was the personal choice of university president Lamar Alexander. There was an Alcoa connection. Much like Zo, Houston had to put new people on the court. Allan Houston and Greg Bell led the team to a 16-14 record and 1-1 in the NIT. A year later, the Vols dropped off to 12-22. It would have looked a lot worse without three unlikely victories in the SEC tournament. The Vols went up in 1992, to 19-15 and another NIT experience. They went down to 13-17 the next season but Allan Houston became Tennessee’s all-time leading scorer (2,801) and a first-round draft choice. Oops, I almost forgot Allan’s final game in orange, in the SEC tournament against Kentucky in Lexington. He went one for 15. The Vols lost 101-40. That is not a typographical error. Tennessee played 40 minutes and scored 40 points. The two teams set a whole bunch of records,

including 30 turnovers by the losers. The father lasted one season after the NBA hired his son. The record was 5-22, not a thing of great beauty. Here is a clue: three of the triumphs came at the expense of UT-Martin, Mercer and Tennessee Tech. Houston’s five-year record was 65-90. Against SEC foes, he was 27-57. The next coach was much better. Kevin O’Neill rallied the Vols for an 1116 record, followed by 1415 and 11-16. Highlights included spicy profanity, quarrels with the athletic director and a sudden evacuation. To O’Neill’s credit, he recruited the talent that tried to make Jerry Green famous. Jerry flunked a personality exam and was followed by Buzz Peterson, who once finished ahead of Michael Jordon as prep player of the year in North Carolina. Buzz, a nice guy, didn’t develop into a big winner – but the next man did. Bruce Pearl brought the best of times. Alas and alas, they didn’t last. They never do.

friend. (That one ended up ruining my mascara!) Back in my office, I took my cell phone out of my purse and laid it on my desk. I saw on its screen a message that I knew would re-arrange the rest of my day. The mother of a dear friend had been in a car accident, had possible serious injuries and was in the hospital. Somehow I got through the afternoon and was wrapping up the tendrils of the day, planning to get to the hospital as soon as possible, when a colleague came in and asked — out of nowhere, really — “Does prayer make any difference, or is God going to do what God wants to do anyway?” I suppose there are people in the world who could, in good conscience, give a one word answer to that question. I am not one of them. Besides, I knew the background of her question and

that it was not lightly asked. So we talked about prayer and its purpose, its power, its possibilities. About whether prayer is more apt to change God or ourselves. About whether we can accept when God’s answer is “No.” Or “Wait.” About what the implications might be when God’s answer is “Fine, have it your way.” And then I set off for the hospital, not knowing what I would find. I was able to locate my friend and went with him to the critical care unit to see his mother. He invited me to pray for her, so I stood beside her bed, placed my hand on her head and prayed as fervently as I have ever prayed: for healing and wholeness, for comfort and mercy, for peace and understanding for her and her children. It was only later, as I reflected on the entirety of the

day, that I realized the ways in which my whole day had moved steadily toward that moment. God had “raised me up to more than I can be” by the inspiring witness and the beautiful music of the morning’s event. God had plowed my heart with the probing questions of my colleague, breaking up the clods of self-certainty, and making me once again consider and articulate what I really believe about how God works in this world. And God had allowed me to gather up the heart-cries of a family into my two hands and hold them up before the throne of grace. You just never know what a day will bring, what mountains you will be privileged to stand on and what stormy seas you will be called to walk on. And you never know the ways in which you will be blessed by it all.

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t is time to pull the plug and let out the air but Cuonzo Martin is keeping the basketball bouncing. Fans are affected. Some are smiling. Interest? Yes. Optimism? No. Anxious curiosity might be the correct description. There is only so much a new coach can do in springtime. He can explain what matters to him. He can introduce physical demands. He can establish boundaries, do this and this and don’t do that. Late recruiting is generally just sweeping up leftovers. Great prospects are long gone. If good ones are standing around, there is almost always negative baggage. Forthcoming NCAA penalties compound Martin’s plight. It could be a

You just never know CROSS CURRENTS | Lynn Hutton I love the Lord, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. Because he inclined his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live. (Psalm 116:1-2 NRSV)

a way that I thought I was receiving telegrams straight from the heavenly gates. After I checked in at the event, the first person I saw was a friend I haven’t seen You raise me up so I can stand on mountains, in months. I gave him a hug, You raise me up to walk on stormy seas. and we chatted for just a few minutes. It was an unexpectI am strong when I am on your shoulders. ed gift, for which I whispered You raise me up to more than I can be. a quick “Thank-you-Lord” (“You Raise Me Up,” Brendan Graham) prayer. The event itself was inspirt was an important day was expected, planned for, ing and ended with the song anyway, with a big fund- anticipated. However, it was “You Raise Me Up,” (parraising event that promised the surprises of the day that tially quoted above) sung by to be inspiring. That much began to accumulate in such the glorious voice of another

WORSHIP NOTES Community services ■ Cedar Ford Baptist Church in Luttrell will host a soup kitchen 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 20. The meal will be chicken and dumplings, free of charge. Everyone is welcome. Info: Jennifer, 274-9538. ■ 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. ■ Millers Chapel United Methodist Church, across from McDonald’s on Maynardville Highway in Maynardville, sponsors Food for Friends from 5-7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of every month. This is a free meal for anyone in Union County who could use “on the house” soup and sandwiches. All those in need are invited to come to the church for food and fellowship. Info: Beth, 857-6281.

Men’s programs ■ 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.

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Music services ■ WMRD 94.5 FM hosts “Traditional Hymns Hour” with Kathy Chesney from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Sunday. Call in your requests or dedications to 745-1467, and tune in to listen or sing along.

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Women’s programs ■ Fairview Baptist Church, 7424 Fairview Road in Corryton, will host MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every third Monday for devotions, food and fellowship. Child care provided. Info: Anne, 621-9234.

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VBS ■ Hubbs Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Hubbs Grove Road, Maynardville, will have Big Apple Adventure VBS 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 12-16, with a Family Night Block Party on June 17. There will be Bible study, snacks, music, crafts and games. Classes are available for all ages, infant through adult. There will be special activities for teenagers and Bible study for adults. All are welcome.

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SCHOOL NOTES ■ The Union County School Board has approved the following calendar for the remainder of the school year: The last full day of school will be Monday, May 23. Tuesday, May 24, will be a half day for students. Wednesday, May 25, will be an administrative day with no students. Thursday, May 26, will be the last day of school, a half day for students.

Union County High School seniors Weston Capps, Lindsey Davis, Ashley Dykes, Kesha Kitts and Paul Whited are honored for maintaining 4.0 GPAs. Photos by C. Taylor

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■ Pajama Reading Day will be May 16. Fifth grade awards day will be 1:30 p.m. May 18. Kindergarten graduation will be 9 a.m. May 23. Awards day for 3rd-4th grades will be 10:30 a.m. May 23, and for 1st-2nd grades 12:30 p.m. May 23.

By Cindy Taylor The Union County High School Honors Banquet was held May 10, and 41 students received honors for achieving a 4.0 GPA of 4.0. Principal Linda Harrell announced special recognition and Assistant District Attorney Jared Effler addressed the students. “The best advice I can give you tonight is to work hard,” said Effler. “Natural ability will only take you so far, and to be successful means developing a good work ethic. You must be punctual. This doesn’t mean arriving on time, it means arriving early. People who are late are being disrespectful. They are saying that their time is more important than mine. Creating a first impression is important. Something as simple as being punctual gives a good first impression. Always give thanks to those who help you succeed and give thanks to God every day.”

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The American Museum of Science and Energy, located at 300 South Tulane Friends Abby Carpenter, Kaycee Roark and MacKenzie Graves Ave. in Oak Ridge, is open have fun at the honors banquet. Monday through Saturday Students honored from the from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 9th grade were Dylan Berry, Sunday from 1-5 p.m. Info: Abby Carpenter, MacKenzie www.amse.org. Graves, Kaycee Roark, Zak■ “Cold War Crisis: ery Simpson, Lori Terrones The U-2 Incident,” and Jeremiah Turner. Tenth through Thursday, Sept. 1. graders honored were Amber Details the story of Gary Cust, Tony Strevel and Kelsey Francis Powers, a former Waggoner. Juniors with 4.0 U.S. Air Force fighter pilot GPAs were Victoria Barkman who completed 27 U-2 and Tenika Hopson. Seniors photographic reconnaisAssistant District Attorney graduating with 4.0 GPAs sance missions for the CIA Jared Effler addresses honor were Weston Capps, Lindsey until shot down by a Soviet students at the Union County Davis, Ashley Dykes, Kesha missile in 1960. Includes High School honors banquet. Kitts and Paul Whited. photos, newsreels and personal items. AMSE lobby. ■ “Scarboro: The Free computer recycling at Goodwill Goodwill Industries-Knoxville retail location Early Days, 1942-1960,” or attended donation center for recycling. Why pay to recycle when you can do it through Monday, May 30. It is each individual’s responsibility to for free? Residents throughout Goodwill delete all private and personal information for The story of the African Industries-Knoxville Inc.’s 15-county service American community of their protection. delivery area are now able to recycle their Scarboro is told through For more information regarding the Recomputers and computer equipment free of photos, clothing and other connect Program and/or to find a computer charge. Goodwill Industries and Dell have personal items in this exrecycling Goodwill location near you, visit teamed-up to offer the Reconnect program hibit. AMSE lobby. www.reconnectpartnership.com or www. which will allow consumers to drop off their ■ Registration open computers and computer equipment at any gwiktn.org. for 2011 AMSE’s Science

members and the Channel 10 Heartbreakers will be held in the gym at 1 p.m. May 17. Seventh grade awards day will be May 19, 9 a.m. for Team 1, 1 p.m. for Team 2. Sixth grade awards day will be May 20, 9 a.m. for Team 1, 1 p.m. for Team 2. Eighth grade awards day will be 9 a.m. May 23. Eighth grade graduation will be 7 p.m. May 24, at Union County High School.

Luttrell ■ Kindergarten graduation will be 9 a.m. May 16. Fifth grade graduation will be 1 p.m. May 16. The 5th grade end-of-year dance will be 6-8 p.m. May 16. Awards day for 1st-4th grades will be 1 p.m. May 17. Science fair for 3rd-5th grades will be May 18, in the gym. Pre-K field day will be 1 p.m. May 19. Pre-K graduation will be 9 a.m. May 20, followed by a visit by Miss Tennessee 2011 Ashley Durham at 1:45 p.m.

Explorer Camp through Tuesday, May 31. For rising 5th (10 years old), 6th and 7th graders. Includes handson subjects such as life science, weather and fossils. Sessions are the second and third weeks in June. Cost is $175 for members, $190 nonmembers. Registration available online. ■ “K’Nex: Building Thrill Rides,” through Monday, Sept. 5. Traveling exhibit with hands-on activities about the science, math and technology behind hair-raising thrill rides. AMSE second level.

Ongoing classes at the Art Center The Appalachian Arts Craft Center is located at 2716 Andersonville Highway 61 near Norris. Info on these ongoing classes: www.appalachianarts.net or 494-9854. ■ Weaving with Carol Pritcher, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays. Six classes for anyone interested in gain-

Maynardville ■ Spring musical, “AZ Does It,” featuring 1st and 2nd grade students, will be presented at 6 p.m. May 19, at Horace Maynard Middle School.

Sharps Chapel ■ Pre-K graduation will be 6 p.m. May 19. Kindergarten and 5th grade graduation will begin at 8:30 a.m. May 20. Awards day will be 8:30 a.m. May 23.

Union County High ■ Senior brunch will be 11 a.m. May 20, with an awards presentation at noon. Graduation will be 7 p.m. May 27, at Lincoln Memorial University’s Tex Turner Arena. 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.

ing knowledge of the loom and beginning weaving. Classes can be scheduled on an individual basis by calling Carol on Tuesdays at 494-9854. $100 members, $110 nonmembers plus a small materials fee. Beginning-intermediate. ■ Hand-Sewing Day with the Quilting Department, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays. Bring your hand-sewing project or help out with the group quilting project with a group of ladies which meets each Wednesday to quilt, laugh and enjoy lunch together. No need to call ahead; just bring your lunch. No cost. All levels. ■ Braided Rug Class with Dot Fraser 6-9 p.m. the second Monday of each month. Learn to make a beautiful, colorful rug from your scrap material. Ideas for a kitchen, bathroom or hallway. This class meets during regular “Ruggers” monthly sessions. $40 members, $50 nonmembers, no charge for repeating the class. Beginning.

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Lines in the sand

Andrew Bowman signs to play baseball for Lincoln Memorial University. Pictured at the signing are: stepmother Jamie Bowman, father Anthony Bowman, Director of Schools Wayne Goforth, Andrew Bowman, mother Missy Mallicoat and coach Drew Richardson. Photo by C. Taylor

Union County High School Athlete of the week was 4-3 with one no-hitter and 51 strikeouts for the year. “LMU was my first choice, and I plan to study chemistry,” said Bowman. “I really want to thank my parents and the coaches here.” “Bowman has had four great years here, and we are so proud of him,” said coach Drew Richardson. “He has represented our team, the school and our community well. He’s a model kid.”

Bowman signs with LMU By Cindy Taylor Another Union County High School senior signed on May 10 to play college sports. Andrew Bowman will be off to Lincoln Memorial University after graduation on a partial scholarship to play baseball. Bowman has a batting average of .375 with eight doubles, three triples and 21 walks. Bowman’s pitching record

Gala Day at senior center Retired teachers Gala Day will be held at to meet

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Youth football and cheer sign-ups Union County Youth Football and Cheerleading will hold sign-ups 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 20, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at the Union County High School football field. Parents should bring a photo ID and original birth certificate. Sign-up fee is $100. Info: 201-5249.

The Union County Retired Teachers will meet 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, at the Maynardville Seniors Building. Sarah Morgan will perform with her dulcimer. The club will also be remembering Hazel Butcher.

GED test dates set The Union County Adult Education Center will be giving the GED exam 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

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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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