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Democratic Party to elect new leaders The Union County Democratic Party will elect new leaders at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Maynardville City Hall, 125 Johnson Road. All Union County Democrats are invited to help the local party choose its leadership and set political priorities for the 2014 election cycle. This convention is a great way for new people to get involved and bring forward new ideas, said chair Rodney Malone. Info: 566-2033 or info@ uniondems.org or http:// ucdems.org/.
LMU to host business forum Lincoln Memorial University School of Business will host a forum on Excellence in Business this week. Dr. Warren Neel, executive director of UT’s Corporate Governance Warren Neel Center, will speak at 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, in Room 124 of the Business Education building on the Harrogate campus. Continuing until 6:30 p.m., the forum will feature student and faculty presentations, approximately 20 minutes long, on various research topics in business. Neel was commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration under Gov. Don Sundquist. He also served as dean of the UT College of Business Administration for 25 years. Info: Matthew Sweet at 423869-6833.
IN THIS ISSUE Ramsey talks Lincoln, err Reagan
Patients can now receive echocardiograms, stress testing and other non-interventional cardiac services i previously i l unavailable il bl at the Claiborne Heart Center, which opened March 27 in Claiborne County Hospital. Community members attended an open house and toured the renovated facility to meet some of the cardiologists who will be staffing the Heart Center. A collaboration of three cardiology groups will see patients, providing local cardiology coverage four days per week: Dr. Ronald Yatteau on Mondays and Wednesdays, physicians from Knoxville Heart Group on Tuesdays, and physicians from East Tennessee Heart Consultants on Mondays and Thursdays. The Heart Center is located in the hospital’s west wing, and designated parking for Heart Center patients will be available. Administrator Tim Brown said, “We are very pleased to provide these services to our community, and we are excited to have these experienced and innovative cardi-
Celebrating the launch of the new Claiborne Heart Center at Claiborne County Hospital are hospital administrator Tim Brown, Sue Parks, Dennis Shipley and Dr. Ronald Yatteau. At right is a new dedicated nuclear cardiac camera. Photos by Brandi Davis ologists providing cardiac care at Claiborne County Hospital.” Info or to schedule an appointment: 423-526-0700.
Pastor urges cooperation By Brandi Davis Pastor Steve Pawelk brought a powerful message to the annual Union County Prayer Breakfast, held on Good Friday at Union County Senior Center. “A community divided cannot stand,” he said. “If we are so busy about controlling our own little corner of the world, we miss the opportunity to help people. “Divided we will fall, but together we can do great things!” Pawelk cited the county’s poverty level of almost 22 percent (with 34 percent of children living in poverty) and the low graduation rate of high schoolers (66 percent in Union County compared to 85 percent nationwide) to make the case that the community must have unity. “A house divided will fall. It is very important that we seek a sense of unity, a sense of cooperation, a sense of coming together.
Father Steve Pawelk speaks to the Union County Prayer Breakfast. Photo by Brandi Davis
We need to work together,” he said. Pawelk wants to develop a spirit of Christ in Union County. He listed five aspects of his approach to the ministry: ■ Establish a Catholic church
Lt. Gov. Ronald Ramsey visited the county last weekend, speaking at the Lincoln Day Dinner. Except he misnamed it the Reagan Day Dinner. We’re lucky, we guess, that he didn’t call it the Ramsey Day Dinner. Well, there’s always next year, says Sandra Clark.
here for the first time. On Palm Sunday, the Mission of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta had 50 people for the English service and 94 for the Spanish service. The church doesn’t exist just for itself, he said. Just as a business concerned only about its profits will not benefit many. ■ Develop relationships with other area churches. He participates with Revival Vision in men’s prayer on Wednesday mornings. ■ Evangelistic Approach – not a “sheep stealer,” he joked. Doesn’t want to work against area churches but wants to work with area churches to save the lost souls. Sixty-six percent of Union County citizens do not claim a church home, he said, while the national average is 51 percent. ■ Involved in Service – Brother Craig goes out to the nursing homes, the Senior Center and
Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Mission Founded in 2011 as outreach of the Diocese of Knoxville Pastor: Father Steve Pawelk Info: 859-445-1417 Glenmary Home Missioners is a Catholic society of priests and brothers who, along with coworkers, are dedicated to establishing a Catholic presence in rural areas and small towns of the United States where the Catholic Church is not yet effectively present. Glenmary missioners strive to proclaim and witness to the Good News of Jesus Christ and the power of God’s love, mercy and justice.
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A family vacation turned tragic for Carol Pratt when her father lost his life to a massive heart attack during the trip. This was a devastating time for Pratt, but it also set a new direction for her life. “I had always planned to start oil painting when my kids were older and I had more time,” said Pratt. “When my dad died so suddenly, I realized how little time we have.” Pratt’s dad inspired her, but never knew it. Always a crafter, Pratt began oil painting soon after her father passed. Her
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in huge changes in Maynardville during the past 20 years, including the playground at Maynardville Elementary and development of Wilson Park. Carol first put brush to canvas creating a landscape of the farm where her husband spent his summers. This was a gift to him and still hangs in their home. Her inspiration varies, but nature is always at the tip of her brush. Much of her art is for sale but she loves to create pieces as gifts for others. To page A-3
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NEWS FROM UNION COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Helping to build future leaders … UUnion i County C Chamber of Commerce 1001 Main Street Maynardville, TN 37807 865-992-2811 www.comeherecomehome.com
2013 Board Members ■ Tonya Atkins, A&B Bookkeeping ■ Jeff Cooper, Clayton Manufacturing ■ Tammy Hobock, New South Credit Union ■ Scott Inklebarger, Food City ■ Johnny Merritt, City of Luttrell mayor ■ Jack Rhyne, City of Maynardville ■ Kay Jones, City of Plainview ■ Tom Lammers, president, Hickory Pointe Homeowners ■ Janet McCracken, UC Humane Society ■ Rebecca Mills, Willow Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center ■ James Mulkey, Revival Vision Church of God ■ Susan Oaks, UC Schools ■ Shannon Perrin, UT Extension Office ■ Debbie Perry, Carmeuse ■ Darlene Wine, State Farm Insurance
By Libby Morgan A few more boy scouts will be able to attend Camp Buck Toms this summer in Rockwood, Tenn., thanks to a donation through the Chamber. Linda Myers, leader of Boy Scout Troop 401, says in addition to the donation, the scouts will work to raise funds to help the whole group pay fees for the weeklong camp, where they will learn and practice all sorts of outdoor activities. “Our favorite sport at camp is climbing and rappelling – and water skiing,” says Jerry Myers, Linda’s Eagle scout son. These boys are busy. In late March, the 15-member troop joined the lake cleanup and took care of Rabbit Island, their favorite spot on Norris. They recently visited Cumberland Gap National Historic Park, where they hiked and visited the cave formerly known as Cudjo’s Cave, now under the care of the federal park system. Jerry and his brother Johnny are excited about an upcoming medieval campout, where they will build trebuchets and catapults and hurl things from them. Johnny, a sophomore at UCHS, is considering his options for an Eagle scout project.
Helping to build jobs … Julie Graham, Chamber president, always on the lookout for job creation opportunities, attended a meeting in Oak Ridge about a big new plant there.
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Linda Myers, troop leader, and her sons, Eagle scout Jerry Myers and patrol leader Johnny Myers, accept a $500 check from an anonymous Union County Chamber of Commerce donor with Chamber president Julie Graham looking on. The money will subsidize four or five scouts’ Buck Toms camp fees, according to Linda Myers. Photo by Libby Morgan
“The uranium processing facility in Oak Ridge is slated to become a driving economic force for the region. The meeting I attended covered information for contractors and suppliers who are interested in bidding for work on the 120-month build of the facility. “Workers will also be needed, and these include welders, construction workers, site construction managers, procurement specialists and engineers. I have the contact people for businesses interested or to register in the UPF supplier directory,” says Graham. Graham has her eye on more Oak Ridge news about the long-awaited carbon fiber manufacturing facility, a new and improved version of Oak Ridge National Lab’s ongoing carbon fiber production. The project was dedicated last week.
Carbon fiber technology’s future, according to Assistant U.S Energy Secretary David Danielson, holds the potential to lighten automobiles without compromising strength, thereby reducing fuel use. Says Graham, “And the opening of the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center will serve as a regional center for budding entrepreneurs. We hope to partner with the Gear-Up grant program to provide opportunities for students and families to learn about training for these new jobs. “PlanET has funded several capacity (as in involving more people) grants that will benefit Union County. These include cosponsoring Jim Clifton to speak at the April 23 Mayors Leadership Luncheon. He is leader of Gallup, the polling organization, and author of ‘The Coming Jobs War.’
“Clifton believes that only city-regions that can align their regional leadership will be able to compete effectively. “Two other grants include funding assistance with the National Geographic/East Tennessee River Valley map guide and funding for the Norris Lake Stakeholders to increase outreach and education.”
Helping to build retail A Retail Recruitment Workshop on April 16 at New Vision Revival Church should be extremely informative for anyone wanting to build retail business in their area. The workshop is open to city planners, developers and elected officials or anyone interested in retail development. RSVPs to the Chamber at 992-2811
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Wallace wins essay contest By Sandra Clark Kayla Wallace, a junior at Union County High School, is heading to the nation’s capital for a week, a prize for her short story about electricity. Wallace The trip to Washington, D.C., along with a $50 cash prize, is sponsored by the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association. Kayla, along with two others, will represent the Powell Valley Electric Cooperative, which serves an 8-county region. UCHS principal Linda Harrell said in her memory Kayla is the first Union County student to win the award. “We’re very proud of her,” said Harrell. Kayla said she was intrigued when a utility repre-
sentative visited the school and spoke to juniors. “He caught my attention and I started working on (the short story) the first day.” Kayla was encouraged by her dad, Jimmy Wallace; her stepmom, Christine Ferguson; and her teacher Leslie Middleton. Kayla is a good student who hopes someday to become a teacher. She’s interested in both teaching and choreography. While in Washington, the students will visit Congress and various museums and memorials. Last year’s students met both Sen. Bob Corker and Sen. Lamar Alexander, along with members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Kayla’s short story was about 800 words. It included a fictional Benjamin Franklin talking about “a different type of power” and took the history of electricity right up to the modern day.
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Alec Lay, an eighth grader at Horace Maynard Middle School, recently compiled 17 strike-outs in 7 innings as his team beat Union Grove Middle School from Blount County. Alex plays first base when he’s not pitching. He says he started playing baseball at age “3 or 4.” He allowed two hits and gave up two walks in the 3-2 victory.
UCHS softball team with trophy from the Trojan Invitational Tournament in Soddy Daisy: (front) Kadie Clevenger, Katie George, Andi Smith, Sarah Wilkerson, Bre Dunsmore, Rachel Pierce; (back) Kelly Cooper, Jodi Brooks, Jerica Lay, assistant coach Rowland Roark, Casey Bryan, Bailey Mize, coach Lance Lay, Taylor Harrison, Chelsea Fuston, Samantha Wilkerson and Audrey Bruner.
Softball team nabs second at tourney Coach Lance Lay is pleased with the performance of the softball team which finished second over Easter weekend in the Trojan Invitational Tournament in Soddy Daisy. The team posted 5 wins to just 1 loss, losing only to eventual tournament
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Lucas Nicely, a senior at UCHS and field commander for percussion in the Patriot Marching Band, was selected to par ticipate in the AllNicely East Band, sponsored by the East Tennessee Band and Orchestra Association. Director Rodney Brown called Lucas “a very smart young man” whom he expects to participate in band during college. Lucas tried out for the Pride of the Southland Band before spring break. He plays the xylophone. During Brown’s first year at UCHS, the band had two freshmen selected for the state association’s 9th grade band – Taylor Cattafi on flute and Hunter Collins on oboe.
Living art now “Art is therapy,” said Pratt. “To give a painting to someone who truly appreciates it is like a shot in the arm for me.” On a trip to Vermont she spotted a covered bridge and brought it to life on canvas for her mom, a Vermont native. She says that is her favorite painting. “We live in the best landscape around,” said Pratt. “Nature is what inspires me. You start with nature and then see where it leads.”
Prayer breakfast From page A-1 serves as a greeter at the high school. ■ Connect ourselves to the broader world. How do we make a difference in Union County? In the United States? In the rest of the world? “My task is not just to build up the Catholic Church in Union County. My task is to help everyone experience Christ more deeply. Our goal as missioners is to leave the county we serve to represent the Kingdom of God more clearly than when we came,” said Father Pawelk. Pastor Doug Munsey of New Friendship Baptist gave the invocation, with music by Alder Springs Baptist Church. Teresa’s Bakery prepared the food. The breakfast was sponsored by the Union County Business and Professional Association.
champion Seymour. It was grueling. Casey Bryan threw every pitch as the Patriots played three games on Friday and another three on Saturday. “We played a bunch of good teams,” said Lay. Bryan, a senior, has already committed to play college ball at
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New security at UCHS Last Tuesday marked the first day of use for the new buzzer/intercom system at Union County High School. The school’s front doors are locked from 8:15 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. To gain admittance, a visitor (or latemoving student) must hit a buzzer connected to Brenda Foust’s desk in the office. The visitor’s face shows up on the intercom screen (an example is the face of Betty White, at right), and Foust can release the door lock from her desk if she decides to admit the individual. The school security
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Lindsey Wilson College. Catcher Bailey Mize played throughout. “She calls every pitch, and she did it with a black eye,” said Lay. Mize was hit by a ball. The team had “tons of RBIs” and good hitting all around, especially from Andi Smith and Katie
George. “And Jodi Brooks was exceptional on defense,” said Lay. Brooks had three double plays at third base. The team was headed to another tournament this weekend. At press time it was 10-4, 3-0 in district play. – S. Clark
Garrett Foust, sophomore, plays center field and pitches for the baseball team. His coach is Drew Richardson. Andi Smith, sophomore, plays center field on the softball team for coach Lance Lay. Andi has played ball since age Gallagher Smith 8. She said the team recently beat Karns 16-1 and she’s expecting a great season. Chenoa Gallagher, also a sophomore, runs track for UCHS. Her coach is Sonny Evans. Chenoa also plays soccer in the fall. Athletic dihas been playing for about 10 rector Shane Brown said she years now, and he calls the holds school records for 100 coach dad – high school coach hurdles, 300 hurdles, 100 meJoel Collins. Eric plays right ters, 200 meters, high jump and long jump. forward on the team.
Union County High School Athletes of the Week We’ve got four this week, having fallen behind during spring break. Eric Collins, a sophomore, represents soccer. Eric
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From page A-1 The mural in Maynardville City Hall and a wall in the Children’s Center have Carol’s signature. She recently developed her own formula for natural lotion bars. Pratt will start art classes for children April 6 at the Union County Arts Center. Her art is available there as well. Info: 9929161.
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New finance office up and running Brenda Metcalfe, accounts payable specialist, and Missy Brown, payroll specialist, are at work in their new digs in the Union County Community Building at 300 Main Street in Maynardville. County finance director Ann Dyer says the weather didn’t cooperate during the move-in, but with tireless help from Road Superintendent David Cox, Mayor Mike Williams and county maintenance supervisor Chris Edmondson, she met her deadline of April 1. Dyer says, with relief, “We are operationally sound.” Photo by Libby Morgan
State Sen. Frank Niceley (at left) and Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey at the Union County Lincoln Day Dinner. Photos by S. Clark
The red meat crowd “Enjoy your chicken,” someone yelled as I left to attend the Lincoln Day Dinner. “Republicans eat red meat,” I responded. And we did. The roast beef, green beans and mashed potatoes with gravy cooked up by the folks at Anderson Farms was so good that state Sen. Frank Niceley said it was “like eating at home.” The headliner was U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, but Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey stole the show. After his powerful oration, Fleischmann was left to reminisce about his first job in the basement. Ramsey exuded power and confidence, and on this Easter weekend he was home from Nashville with a message to tell.
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State Reps. Dennis Powers and Dennis Roach and Sen. Niceley cleared out of Ramsey’s way and let him fly. “Frank and I are kindred spirits,” he said of Niceley. “Every time I sit by Frank I learn something. For instance, you either get it or you don’t get it. And if you have to ask, well, you don’t get it.” Ramsey talked about the Republican Party’s rise to power. From the state’s founding in 1796, Tennessee’s top three posts were first held by Republicans in
2012 when Gov. Bill Haslam joined Ramsey and House Speaker Beth Harwell. For most of those 216 years, the Democratic Party controlled all three positions. In that context, it’s easy to see why the GOP is out to mess with the status quo. “You don’t want to elect Republicans and have them start acting like Democrats,” Ramsey said. Niceley, for instance, wants citizens to vote for the school superintendent but not for the nominees for U.S. Senate. Ramsey said the Republicans have “cut the food tax (although he thinks far enough since it’s ‘a tax everyone pays’), cut the death tax and passed two balanced budgets, each less than the year before.” Republicans have eliminated collective bargaining in education, made tenure something to be “earned, not automatic” and are
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pock said five votes are needed for the successful candidate. He will entertain a nomination and then a vote on that nominee. “When somebody gets five votes, we’ve got a new director,” he said. Finalists from the interview process are Randy Arnwine, Dr. Jimmy Carter and Dr. Gerald Miller from Greeneville. Coppock said two other candidates selected as finalists opted not to interview. Director of Schools Wayne Goforth’s contract ends June 30.
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The school board will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 11, at Union County High School for a workshop with a voting meeting to follow. Atop the agenda is the appointment of a new director of schools. Board chair David Cop-
County Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 8, at the courthouse. The preliminary meeting of the Budget and Finance Committee last week was relaxed and good-spirited. Perhaps we’ll see more of
the same on Monday. Mayor Mike Williams set the pace. “We’re moving forward, we’re not stagnant,” he said of efforts to get public water extended into the Byrams Fork area. The committee voted in favor of paying $20,000 to Hallsdale Powell Utility District, which expects to spend $100,000 on the project. Residents will have to pay $1,000 to hook up ($1,325 for those on the other side of the road from the water line.) Wanda Byerley called out from the audience that commissioners should remember those on up the road where her property lies. That brought Williams’ comment about moving forward slowly, and elicited a comment from Commissioner Mike Sexton that Miz Wanda is “young enough to see it” arrive. “I’ll be 80 next week,” said Byerley.
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Record audience for Peyton I predict record attendance for Tennessee’s football coaching clinic next weekend. For $40, high school coaches can get three square meals, a souvenir gift bag and a batch of helpful stuff to take home. They’ll be treated to a Butch Jones pep talk, presentations plus Q&A opportunities with UT assistant coaches and a few words of wisdom from some of their own, prep coaches with championship credentials. I predict the clinic highlight (I want to say this gently to not offend the host) will be the keynote address by Peyton Manning. The legendary quarterback, almost always busy studying opponents’ defenses and shooting commercials, doesn’t make this kind of appearance very often. He did it for Phillip Fulmer in 2002. That Jones could get him on his first try says something significant about the new coach establishing relations with former Tennessee players.
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Manning, in the top level of old Volunteers and an astounding success in the NFL, has kept Tennessee football in his heart. Some of his money is in the almost lavish Peyton Manning dressing room under the north end of Neyland Stadium. Some more of his money funds Peyton Manning scholarships, $7,000 per year for four years, minimum eligibility 3.7 GPA. Macy Harrison from Frisco, Texas, and Chris Barnes from Hardin Valley Academy were 2012 recipients. The part I like best is Manning shows up to present the scholarships. This is for real. Manning did his fair share as a football Vol – 33 school records, eight Southeastern Conference records and two
NCAA records. He produced 11,020 yards and 89 touchdown passes. He ran for 12 scores. No kidding. He graduated early – with honors – and stayed for his senior season. Getting drafted No. 1 did not change him into an egotistical monster. Winning and millions may have added another degree of confidence and a second or two to his colorful checkoffs and animated adjustments at the line of scrimmage but that’s just show biz. In fact, from my distance, he appears to be much as he always was. As famous athletes go, Manning does it about as well as you could ask. He sometimes yells at receivers but picks up the check when they go out to dinner. He still puts in the hours to maintain his level of play. He loves life but lives with dignity. He is rich beyond reason but generous beyond belief. Peyton and wife Ashley established the PeyBack Foundation in 1999 “to promote success of disadvantaged youth by assisting programs
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Let mutual love continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. (Hebrews 13: 1-2 NRSV) They aren’t strangers at all, but they do regularly qualify as angels. My friends John and Anne called unexpectedly today. Earlier, I had been talking to a colleague when my cell phone buzzed. I checked it and saw that it was Anne, and thought, “I will call her back later, after work.” Then things got busy, and
I was consumed by reports and trying to figure out where in the world check number 1240 had gotten to. (Bank accounts have been the bane of my existence recently, but that is a column for another day. Trust me when I tell you I am nothing if not stubborn when it comes to balancing my personal checkbook. However,
this was a business check, and I have to figure out its disappearance, sometime between now and soon!) My phone rang again, later in the afternoon, and it was Anne. She said, “We are about an hour and a half from Knoxville.” I had no idea they were anywhere south of the Mason-Dixon Line.
that provide leadership and growth opportunities.” Some in Knoxville have been recipients. He tried to do as much for Indianapolis as it did for him. Example: In 2007, St. Vincent Hospital renamed its child care segment “Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent.” Some kids want to go there even when they aren’t sick or hurt. I don’t have a scorecard but youth organizations in Indiana, Tennessee and Louisiana, from whence he came, have received more than $4 million from PeyBack. Hundreds of needy families in Denver got free Thanksgiving dinners. Peyton’s NFL accomplishments are many – 12 Pro Bowls, four MVPs, six all-pro awards, the individual trophy from Super Bowl XLI. You might have missed the Whizzer White Humanitarian Award and the John Wooden Award from Athletes for a Better World. Manning has been named the most caring athlete. He has been honored as the Walter Payton man of the year. He received the Good Guy award from the SportThese are the friends who (22 years ago) helped us pack up our lives in New Jersey, preparatory to moving back to Tennessee. We had been here less than two weeks, striving mightily to renovate a neglected farmhouse, when they showed up, tools in hand, and helped clean and paint and actually unpack. That is no exaggeration! Anne unpacked the very boxes she had packed for me in New Jersey and put my kitchen together for me in Tennessee. Like I said: angels they are! I remember standing in the driveway at the end of
Peyton Manning visits with Lt. Nick Vogt, a wounded warrior at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, during a recent USO tour. Photo submitted ing News. His performance a crowd at the Tennessee on the recent USO tour of coaching clinic. I may try to Afghanistan and Europe was slip in. awesome. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His I do believe he’ll draw address is westwest6@netzero.com. that two weeks, and watching them drive away. I didn’t know when I would see them again. The awful thought struck me: What have I done? Two years after that summer, they spent a month with us exploring the American West: two vans filled to the brim with camping equipment, six kids ranging in age from five to 17, four adults, as well as various and assorted forms of entertainment for the teenagers who eventually were bored by mountains and scenic vistas. Since that time, we have managed a visit at least once
a year, sometimes twice. We have shared in family weddings, and have advised, encouraged and supported each other. We have listened, and cared, and sometimes disagreed. So here they were driving into town, and I was still at work, trying to find the errant check. But because it was John and Anne, I knew they would find their way to me, and we would have a great evening, and it would all be comfortable and easy, and we would pick up right where we left off. Because that is the way it is with “chosen family:” they are angels, and they are always welcome.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Big Ridge 3,300 hardy egg hunters braved the chilly weather March 30 for the 15th annual Big Ridge State Park Easter Egg Hunt. The weather may have put a damper on the attendance, but it did not dampen the spirits of the children and their families who came out to pick up more than 12,000 eggs with more than
280 prizes. Longtime supporters and donors pulled out all the stops to make sure the children had a day to remember. Stuffed animals, Easter baskets, indoor and outdoor toys and games, bicycles, plus one free year from Bounce USA in Powell, were all up for grabs this year.
Jada with his bicycle donated from FSG Bank
Atshani Bussell with 1 year unlimited certificate to Bounce USA in Powell.
Two and under group gets by with a little help from their friends. Photos submitted
Cera Davis and Jamie Myers
Amanda with her bear donated by Maynardville Muffler
GOSPEL SINGING A great group that will bless you with great music, singing & sharing the good news of Jesus Christ!
MAY 3 & 4, 2013 at
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DON’T MISS THE FUN!
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2013 donors
■ Ace Hardware Maynardville
■ Museum of Appalachia
■ American Museum of Science and Energy
■ Okie’s Pharmacy
■ Duane Mynatt ■ Patterson Brothers Inc.
■ Big Ridge FCE ■ Blount Mansion
■ Ripley’s Aquarium Pigeon Forge
■ Bounce USA - Powell
■ Shoney’s Family Restaurant
■ Broadway Sound
■ Subway - Clinton
■ Burger King (Blue Ridge Franchise)
■ Subway - Maynardville
■ Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge
■ Tennessee Smokies Baseball
■ SUN Loan Co. & Tax Service
■ City Auto - Maynardville
■ Teresa’s Bakery
■ Commercial Bank
■ Texas Roadhouse
■ Dollywood
5-7 age group
■ Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge
■ East Tennessee Discovery Center
■ The Track - Pigeon Forge
■ Flowers by Bob
■ Tractor Supply
■ Food City - Halls
■ Union Discount Pharmacy
■ Food City - Maynardville
■ Walgreens
■ FSG Bank - Maynardville
■ Walmart - Clinton
■ Benny & Gail Henson
■ Walmart - East Towne
■ John Howell
■ Walmart - Halls
■ Amanda Johnson
■ Wendy’s Restaurant
■ Kay’s Market and Deli
■ Marvin and Sarah West
■ Knoxville Zoo
■ Barbara Williams
■ Kroger - Fountain City
■ Mayor Mike Williams
■ Krystal #9 - Halls
■ WonderWorks
■ Tosha Lucas
■ Ida May Boatman
■ Maynardville Muffler
■ Boy Scout Troop 401
■ Mr. Gatti’s - Halls
■ Jordan King
Faith Stevens with her prize from Tractor Supply Company
Blake Thomas with prize from Ace Hardware - Maynardville
McKinley with her donation from Mayor Mike Williams
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Taking a barn
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A sun-faded quilt brightens this old barn, located on Demory Road in LaFollette.
4-H Region winners The Eastern Region 4-H Competition was held recently at the Hollingsworth Auditorium on UT Ag campus in Knoxville. Union County winners include: Bethany Long, Martin Dickey, Nathan Long and Sarah Morgan. Photo submitted
City of Luttrell scholarships The city of Luttrell is accepting college scholarship applications for graduating high school seniors. The graduate must reside inside the city limits to be eligible. Applications may be picked up at City Hall during regular business hours.
Lift safely Chiropractic Outlook By Dr. Darrell Johnson, DC
You put enough stress on your body and your back with just the daily routine. So when you have to lift something heavy or awkward, be sure to do it the right way. The main point to remember is to let your legs, not your back, do the work. The leg muscles are the strongest muscle group in the body. When lifting something heavy, bend at the knees and let your legs drive you and your burden up. Once you’ve got the package up, carry it at waist level and keep it as close to the body as possible. Take small steps. Don’t bend at the waist. That will make your back muscles do the work, which is a recipe for injury. Try to avoid lifting anything heavy when you are tired. You are more apt to move awkwardly when you’re tired and, frankly, whatever activity you may be engaged in, you are more likely to injure yourself when you are tired. Also, know your limit. Don’t even attempt to lift something that you think is beyond your capability. If you have back, neck or shoulder pain, whether it’s a result of lifting, or for any other reason, visit a chiropractor. Chiropractic treatment is a proven, effective way to ease the pain of lower back and joint problems. Brought to you as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, TN; 992-7000.
I’ve often noticed old barns with quilted patterns and wondered what they represented. A quilt barn is a barn or other farm building that displays a quilt square. Often these barns are quite old and have historical or landmark significance. They usually stem from a small motivated group of residents working together to organize their own barn quilt trail. A quilt trail is a series of painted quilt squares hung at various locations, usually barns. They can be made of wood or metal. There are quilt trails in more than 25 U.S. states. Some of the trails take you along a drive in the
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Barnyard Tales Kathryn Woycik countryside, where barn quilts are mounted on farm buildings, homes or fences. They may include stops at wineries, farm stands and even galleries. A barn quilt’s pattern may be chosen for numerous reasons. Often it may be a replica of a painted quilt that resides on the property or designed in memory of a loved one. It may emphasize architecture or landscapes. Patterns may be picked because of their name. For example, Corn and Beans is a popular one among farmers. Often the pattern or col-
ors are chosen because they appeal to the owners. The Appalachian Quilt Trail has more than 130 quilt barns, covering some 300 miles across 19 counties. The number of documented quilts has grown well past
Union County Square Dance Club Union County Square Dance Club meets 7 p.m. every Tuesday at the Union County Senior Center. Info: Arnold Smallin, 745-1324, or the Senior Center, 992-3292.
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Farmers market seeking vendors Seeking all Pick TN Produce vend0rs: small fruit and vegetable growers; farmers with eggs, honey, dairy and meat products; nurseries; and crafters making home/ handmade crafts for the Union County Farmers Market. Application and onetime fee of $10 required. The farmers market will be open 8-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, May 4 to Oct. 26. in the front parking lot of Union County High School. Info: 992-8038.
MOMS Club of Maynardville MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club of the Maynardville area offers fun, local, low cost activities and playgroups with local moms and their children. Info: Darlene, 712-4560, or Eden, 6872469.
Call to artisans The Union County Art in the Park committee is sending out a call to artisans of all types of fine art, especially those with unusual items and talent, to join in the third annual artist’s Festival “Art on Main” on Saturday, June 1 at Union County Arts Center and on Main Street. For vendor form/info: UC Chamber of Commerce, 9922811 or unioncochamber@ bellsouth.net.
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Senior program, Luttrell Public Library, 10 a.m.; special guest, Sue Hamilton, an author and the Director of University of Tennessee Gardens. Info: 992-0208.
“How to extend your spring and fall growing seasons,” 5 p.m., Seven Springs Nursery, 1474 Hwy 61 E; “Farmers Markets” and the farmers perspective, 6 p.m. and a demonstration on “Preparation of Produce for Public Tasting,” 6:30 p.m., UT Extension Office, 3925 Maynardville Hwy. Info: 992-8038.
TUESDAYS, APRIL 16-MAY 21
TUESDAY, APRIL 23
Juggling Made Easy class, 7-8 p.m., led by Clay Thurston, for adults and kids 8 and up, Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave. Info: fcartcenter@knology. net; 357-ARTS (2787); www.fountaincityartctr.com.
Healthy Choices, a plant-based free cooking class, to help prevent/reverse some cancers, diabetes, heart disease and obesity, 6 p.m., North Knoxville 7th-Day Adventist Church fellowship hall, 6530 Fountain City Road. Space limited. To register: 314-8204 or www. KnoxvilleInstep.com.
MONDAY, APRIL 15
TO SATURDAY, JUNE 1 Registration open for American Museum of Science and Energy’s Science Explorer Camp for rising 5th (10 years old), 6th and 7th graders. Info: www. amse.org.
SATURDAY, APRIL 6
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 Book Club Interest meeting, 1 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Central High/Halls High baseball game at Tommy Schumpert Park, 5:30 p.m. All gate receipts will benefit the Chris Newsom Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Paulette Volunteer Fire Department Rummage Sale, Paulette Community Building. Singing, 7 p.m., Hilltop Baptist Church, 8211 Walker Road. Special guest: New Grass. All welcome. Painting lessons for kids, taught by Carol Pratt, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Union County Arts Co-op, 1009 Main St. Small Container Gardening, 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Learn to grow plants you will actually want to eat fresh. Maynardville Police Department Pharmaceutical Disposal Program, 9 a.m.-noon, Okie’s Pharmacy, 4221 Maynardville Highway.
Charity pre-event consignment sale, 6-8 p.m., Clear Springs Baptist Church, 8518 Thompson School Road; $5 admission; proceeds to purchase medicine for Evangelism/medical mission trip in June. Info: www. clearspringsbaptist.net, csbcconsignment@gmail.com. Super Senior Bingo, 2-3 p.m. No cost to participate; prizes awarded. Refreshments and prizes provided by Always Best Care Senior Services. Alzheimer’s Support Group, 6-7 p.m., everyone invited. Elmcroft of Halls, 7521 Andersonville Pike. Info: 925-2668. Healthquest Seminar: “Cancer Prevention Tips” presented by Dr. Jose Malagon, 6:30 p.m., Clinton Physical Therapy Center, 1921 N. Charles G Seivers Blvd. Info/preregister: 457-8237.
TUESDAYS, APRIL 9-30
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
Collage and Decorative Paper class, 1-3:30 p.m.; instructor: Doris Prichard; Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave. Info: fcartcenter@knology.net; 357-ARTS (2787); www.fountaincityartctr.com.
Homeschool Friday Program, featuring “Butterflies” at Freels Bend Cabin in Oak Ridge for grades K-2 at 10:30 am; Grades 3-6 at 12:30 pm. Hosted by American Museum of Science and Energy. Info: www.amse.org.
FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY, APRIL 12-14
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, APRIL 19-20
Chris Newsom Memorial Classic baseball tournament for open/travel teams – T-ball, 6U coach pitch and 8U-14U –Halls Community Park. Info: 992-5504, hcpsports@msn.com or www.hcpark.org.
Children’s and Teens’ Spring Consignment Sale, Clear Springs Baptist Church, 8518 Thompson School Road; 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Info: www.clearspringsbaptist.net, csbcconsignment@gmail.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 13 The Art of Handmade Books, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with Bob Meadows, Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway 61 near Norris. Registration deadline April 10. Info: 494-9854 or www.appalachianarts.net. East Tennessee PBS Appraisal Fair with Case Antiques, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Cherokee Mills, 2240 Sutherland Ave. All proceeds go to East Tennessee PBS. Info: Amy Hubbard, ahubbard@ EastTennesseePBS.org or 595-0230. Gospel singing 2:45-4:45 p.m., Bargain Shopper Mini-Mall, 5713 Clinton Highway. Local groups featured; free admission. Info: Warren Biddle, 9453757, or D.C. Hale, 688-7399. Yard sale, Revival Vision Church, 154 Durham Drive. Clothes, dishes, books, etc. Everyone welcomed. Fundraiser breakfast, 7-11 a.m., J.C. Baker Lodge; $6 donation.
SATURDAY THROUGH MONDAY, APRIL 13-15 Old Time Gospel Singing, Clear Springs Baptist Church, 8518 Thompson School Road; 7 p.m. Saturday and Monday, 6 p.m. Sunday; featuring Clear Springs Baptist Church Choir and Orchestra. Info: 688-7674, www.clearspringsbaptist.net.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27 Luttrell volunteer clean-up day, 9 a.m.noon; meet at Luttrell City Park. Beautification Competition judging; Catagories: Most improved residence, Most improved Business and Long Standing Beauty. Info: 992-0870. Heiskell Elementary School reunion, 1-5 p.m., old school building, now the Heiskell United Methodist Church and Community Center. There are no charges; donations appreciated. Bring pictures and memories. Info: Bobbie Kennedy, 257-1283, or Janice White, 548-0326.
Introduction to Crocheting, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; instructor, Brenda Bottoms; Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway 61 near Norris. Registration deadline: April 20. Info: 494-9854 or www. appalachianarts.net.
SUNDAY, APRIL 28 The Singing Crossroads in concert, 6 p.m., Union Missionary Baptist Church, Ailor Gap Road. Everyone welcome. Info: 924-7750.
Spring gourd festival, “Home Grown and Hand Made,” hosted by the Tennessee volunteer Gourd Society, at Bledsoe Community Complex, 234 Allen P Deakins Road, Pikeville. Free admission. Info: www. tennesseevolunteergourdsociety.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 4
SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Singing featuring Roger Helton, 6 p.m., Bells Campground UMC, 7915 Bells Campground Road. Singers welcome. To participate: Jackie, 278-2022. Everyone welcome! Union County Rabies Clinic, $10 for 1-year vaccination. Sharps Chapel Elementary, 9-10 a.m.; Luttrell Elementary, 10:45-11:45 a.m.; Union County Health Department, 12:30-1:30 p.m.; Big Ridge Elementary, 2:15-3:15 p.m.; Paulette Elementary, 4-5 p.m. Plant giveaway for Luttrell Beautification Day, 9 a.m.-noon, Luttrell City Park. Last day to register for the Beautification Competition. Info: 992-0870.
High Tower & Hoop Growing Techniques:
Open Door Book Review, 1 p.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Speaker: Dr. John Romeiser will review “Beachhead Don,” a collection writings by WWII correspondent Don Whitehead.
SATURDAYS, APRIL 27-MAY 4
FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY, APRIL 19-21
MONDAY, APRIL 22
THURSDAY, APRIL 25
Union County Walk-A-Thon and Memorial Balloon Launch hosted by Senior Citizens Home Assistance Services, 8-10 a.m., Wilson Park. Prizes for most money raised. Info: Kim Partin, 992-9886, 9645367 or email union@schas.org.
FRIDAY, MAY 10 Painting demonstration by Brett Weaver, nationally recognized plein-air painter and featured artist for Artists on Location, 7 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art. Info: www.knoxart.org.
SATURDAY, MAY 11 Fountain City Art Center Garden Party/ Luncheon/Benefit, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Ginger and Bill Baxter’s Gardens, 3901 Sam Cooper Lane. Reserved seats: $35. Info/reservations: 357-2787; fcartcenter@ knology.net; 213 Hotel Ave.
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2936 WALKER FORD RD – Cozy in the Country this little charmer has beautiful Norris Lake access just across the street. Screened-in front porch complete w/swing! Nice pine floors & pine walls throughout the home.2BR/1 full BA. Open floor plan. Spacious kit/ DR/LR w/free standing wood stove. Fully equipped kit & fully equipped laundry rm! Built-in bunk w/stg. Beautiful yard w/lots of landscaping & great garden spot. 2-car gar is attached by breezeway. Centricon System is installed. Lightly restricted neighborhood. Deeded lake access across the street. Priced to sell at $139,500. Additional 1.60 adjoining acres available for $39,900. North on Hwy 33 to Right on Hickory Valley to Left on Walker Ford Stay Left at Tower Rd to continue on Walker Ford to home on right. Sign on Property.
817 BEARD VALLEY RD, LOT 7, MAYNARDVILLE – Great conv. Only mins to Halls or Big Ridge Park area. All level yard. Full unfin bsmnt. All appliances. In need of minor repairs/updates. Offered at only $75,000. REDUCED $64,500. Directions: From Knoxville go Hwy 33N. 2 miles from Knox Cnty line turn right at Little D’s Market onto Beard Valley Rd. 1726 OLD CALLAHAN DR., LOT 2R, KNOXVILLE – Great commercial corner lot on Old Callahan Dr. Zoned C-3. .049 of an acre. Offered at $200,000. Call Justin Phillips for more info & showing. 106 WOODMONT CIR, CLINTON, 37716 – Very nice first time buyers home or rental. Not many to choose from in the area. Very nice area next to river. Approx 1100 SF, 3BR/2BA. Dir: 25 W to left on Seivers Blvd, left on Meadow Brook, right on Woodmont to house on right. Call Justin for more info.
1033 TAZEWELL PIKE, LUTTRELL, TN. Ready to
move in rancher home featuring 5BR/3 full BAs. Gleaming oak flrs. Spacious kit w/oak cabinets & island, all appl. Split BR layout. Handicap accessable, new roof, central H/A. Nice covered deck on back. Private setting w/extra lot. Next to Plainview Community Center w/access to walking track. Offered at only $129,900.
849 STINER RD, SHARPS CHAPEL – This charming Norris Lake-front cottage has beautiful views from all windows. Year-round deep water, approx 110' of frontage w/floating dock & private boat ramp. Great potential as residence or vacation home or possible rental. On main: Screened-in porch, spacious LR/DR combo, woodburning brick hearth FP, mstr on main w/full BA. Kit has new tile flrs, stainless appl & plenty of cabinets. Walk-out bsmt has spacious den/rec.rm w/half-wall stone hearth w/woodburning stove. Concrete patio area. BR 2 has dbl closets & full BA in bsmt. Lots of recent updates from tile, carpet, paint, stainless appl, toilets. Too much to mention! Detached 1-car gar w/carport & extra parking area. Central H/A. This cottage has a park setting for a front yard. Offered at $285,000.
111 DANTE RD, KNOXVILLE – Very nice 1/2 acre lot Zoned C-3 Commercial. Great location just off 232 HILL STREET, LUTTRELL – Great move-in condition cottage. Lots of I-75 at Callahan Dr behind Weigel’s. Offered at updates done. Approx 1016 SF only $95,000. Call Justin today. Directions: I-75 to featuring 2BR/1BA, beautiful wood Callahan Dr (exit 110), right on Callahan to 111 Dante flooring, tile counter tops, new oak Rd. on left. cabinets, S/S fridge, smooth-top
7236 AGATHA RD, HARBISON PLANTATION – Immaculate one-level living. Split floor plan, 3BR/2BA. Oak hardwood flooring, open kitchen, oak cabinets, all SS appl, cathedral ceilings. Expensive decking with above-ground pool, privacy fence. Oversized 2-car garage, storage shed. Priced to sell $129,900
range, W&D to remain. 1-car carport, central H&A, out building for extra storage. Priced to sell at only $54,900. Directions: North on Tazewell Pike into Union County. Right on Hwy 61 East to left on Cedar at Post Office to top of hill. Right on Hill to house on left. Sign on property.
LOTS/ACREAGE
BEAUTIFUL. GREAT CONV. LAKE LIVING – 2.18 acres. Gently rolling to the water. Views of 33 Bridge. Over 800' lake frontage. Will perk for 3-4BR home. Wooded, private, lightly restricted. Located on Swan Seymour Rd., Maynardville. Offered at only $199,900. 18.41 ACRES Hickory Springs Rd, Lot 3, Maynardville. All wooded, Sev homesites & wildlife. Priced at $29,900. Directions: Hwy 33 North through Maynardville to right on Hwy 61 East towards Luttrell, straight onto Walkers Ford Rd to right on Hogskin Rd to left on Black Fox Hollow. COMM PROPERTY W/RENTALS on Rutledge Pk. Mins to interstate. 2 houses, mobile hm, det 3-car gar. All currently rented and sitting on over 5 acres w/ frontage on Rutledge Pk. Offered at only $479,000. GORGEOUS LOT w/over 115' of frontage on Holston River. Level 0.88 acre lot. The best lot offered in River Point 2. $69,900. GREAT WATERFRONT LOT on Holston River. 1.60 acres, semi wooded, corner lot. Great homesites. Utility water, elec. Priced at only $59,900. Located in River Island. Lot 9 NICE CUL-DE-SAC LOT in River Point II S/D. 5.70 acres. Gently sloping w/great views of the Holston River. Public access in devel. Lot 161. Priced at only $79,900. AWESOME MTN VIEWS from this homesite in Lone Mtn Shores. Architecturally restricted comm. Close to Woodlake Golf Club. Lot 614. 2.80 acres. Priced at $19,900. 5.69 ALL WOODED ACRES. Very private. Great for hunters retreat. Located in North Lone Mtn. Shores. Lot 1046. Inside gated area. Priced at $27,500. SEVERAL BEAUTIFUL LOTS in Hidden Ridge S/D. Over ten 1/2 acre lots to choose from. NOW YOUR CHOICE LOT FOR ONLY $15,000! Call Justin today! VERY NICE LEVEL LAKE-VIEW LOT in Mialaquo Point S/D of Tellico Village. Seller says "BRING ALL OFFERS". Great summer-time home or weekend getaway!! 0.28 acres. $12,500. Directions: Tellico Parkway to Mialoquo S/D. Left on Elohi, Right on Noya Way. Just past Lgoti Ln. Lot on left.
371 SWAN SEYMOUR RD, MAYNARDVILLE NOTHING SPARED! Custom Norris Lake front home on main channel of the beautiful Norris Lake. A master suite w/BA fit for a king! Gleaming hdwd flrs, lots of ceramic tile, crown molding, granite counters, stainless appliances. Massive great rm w/bar area, + gas FP, wired for flat screens in all rooms except kit, 8 patio doors, sky lights, cathedral ceilings, stamped concrete patio, covered decks extending length of home, gently sloping lot w/ boat launch & dock. Truly a must-see home. Offered at $525,000.
10 • APRIL 6, 2013 • UNION COUNTY SHOPPER-NEWS
MYNATTS FURNITURE • HALLS
STORE CLOSING! ONE OF THE BIGGEST GOING-OUT-OFBUSINESS SALES IN TENNESSEE HISTORY!
OVER $500,000 OF INVENTORY
MUST BE SOLD All Living Room, Bedroom, Mattresses, Lamps, Curios, Futons, Bunk Beds, Sleepers, Mirrors, Pictures, Dinettes & Much, Much More!
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