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BUZZ Red Gate Rodeo The annual Red Gate Festival and Rodeo will be held Friday and Saturday, July 17-18, at Red Gate Farm in Maynardville. Carnival starts at 5 p.m. Friday and 4 p.m. Saturday. Rodeo starts at 8 p.m. each day. Admission is $15 for adults, $8 for kids 4-10 years old, and free for kids age 3 and under. Info: www.redgaterodeo.com or 992-3303
Movie in the park Luttrell Seniors will sponsor a free movie in Luttrell City Park Friday, July 10. The movie “Freaky Friday” will start at dusk. Bring blanket or chairs. Info: 992-0678
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Norris Lake was splendid for this year’s Fishing Rodeo at Big Ridge State Park. The cove near shelters 2 and 3 features rental watercraft including paddleboats, canoes and kayaks.
Farming 101 Back in the early 1920s, Horace Maynard High School had a Newsletter called “The Echo” published by the junior students and each department who did a section such as Agriculture, English, Home Economics, etc. In this particular newsletter, Archie Steiner and Lee Mason were the writers for the Agriculture section. This is a summary of what they had to say...
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Kelsie Holt tied for most fish at the Fishing Rodeo’s Station 1. More pictures on page 3
Big Ridge is big change for new super By Shannon Carey
What helps coaches sleep Coaches will tell you that player experience is critical. The late, great Robert R. Neyland said we could expect one loss for each rookie in the starting lineup. Back then, he was talking about sophomores. Today’s rookies are freshmen. In theory, experienced players have great advantages. They have learned what it takes. They are less likely to make dumb mistakes. They are far less likely to panic in crisis, even when overmatched. Coaches count on consistency and dependability. It helps them sleep.
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Church shootings There is a reason we call the interior of a worship space “the sanctuary.” Sanctuary means safety, refuge, protection. ... What happened when a gunman walked into a Charleston, S.C., church is truly appalling, horrifying, unbelievable, heart-breaking.
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Keith Montgomery is putting it mildly when he calls Big Ridge State Park “a different variety of park management” from his previous job. Montgomery is the new superintendent at Big Ridge. He took the reins in mid-May after former superintendent John Howell’s 35 years with the park. Montgomery hails from Knoxville. He holds a degree in horticulture and landscape design. Right out of college, he went to work for the Knoxville Zoo. “Fast-forward 25 years and it’s like wait, I’m still here,” he said. “Zoo work, it gets in your blood.” Montgomery was with Knoxville Zoo through all phases of the rebuilding projects that started in 1988 and says he had a hand in just about all of it. He ended his tenure at the zoo as senior director Keith Montgomery is the new suof operations. His favorite project? perintendent of Big Ridge State Park. Photo by S. Carey The farm-themed Kids Cove.
“It was the biggest headache but the greatest reward,” he said. Montgomery took a year off, then spent some time commuting to Chattanooga as director of parks management for the city, where he managed more than 100 parks. He jumped at the chance to be Big Ridge’s superintendent. “The park is an absolute jewel,” he said. “I’m absolutely thrilled to be here. I love to come to work every day.” The staff and neighbors of Big Ridge have been welcoming and helpful. He has been surprised with how many people have great memories of Big Ridge, not just in Union County, but all over the region. Montgomery says his 10-year plan includes “getting (the park) back to the splendor that it was,” starting with some cosmetic upgrades. The chain link fence around the swimming area will be replaced with a wood rail fence.
Park staff will focus on keeping weeds down along the edges of the developed areas. Montgomery even wants to address the beach house near the swimming area. “What can we turn that into and utilize it again rather than have it boarded up?” he said. “I love historical structures. I’ve got a lot of construction background in building rehabilitation.” He asked that park guests give their ideas for improvements, too. “When they see stuff that’s really an issue, let us know,” he said. “There are a lot of good ideas floating out there. We’ve got a good list going.” He also asked folks to keep an eye out for people “not treating the park the way they should.” “I appreciate any support the community can give the park,” he said. “Hopefully, everyone will bear with us and like what we have done.”
Breeding shares ER experience By Shannon Carey Ten years ago, Tammy Breeding made the decision to drug test her daughters. She and her husband, Union County Sheriff Billy Breeding, bought simple drug testing kits. They were up front about it and told the kids they could be drug tested at any time. She hadn’t seen signs of drug use, and the girls, now in their 20s are drug-free. But as an emergency room nurse, she knew that any kid from any home could be tempted to use drugs and overdose. “I see these kids’ parents and think gosh, these people could be Billy and me,” she said during a meeting of iCare Union County, a drug and alcohol awareness coali-
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Tammy Breeding “You don’t need that in your home endangering your kids,” she said. “You need to get rid of that. More from iCare Mike Miller, coordinator of iCare, said that he is having success communicating with local pharmacies. Rite Aid’s pharmacy staff allowed him to leave brochures on their counter about the dangers of drug abuse. However, he is not making progress with local doctors. He asked for help reaching out to the local healthcare community.
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“When we all come together, we can do something about this,” he said. He also asked members to speak with their church pastors and invite Miller to come speak at their churches. New banners have been purchased to hang in public areas in Horace Maynard Middle School and Union County High School about the dangers of smoking, drugs and alcohol. There is also a billboard for iCare going up in Halls on the right heading toward May-
nardville. The message will say “Together we can keep Union County youth drugfree.” Eddie Graham of Union County Public Schools said iCare is partnering with the school system to bring inspirational musician Tony Memmel to Union County for a concert and assemblies at the middle and high schools. Born without a lower left arm, Memmel’s message is one of overcoming adversity. “He’s amazing,” said Graham. Sherry Beeler helps Callie Zani get ready to slide at Summer Reading Slide the Library Day. Photos submitted
Antonio Gratsy shows off his Captain America costume during Luttrell Summer Reading.
Rex Davis (center), who organized the Korean War veterans reunion, was joined by Bruce Farr (left) and Joe Sutter, a retired Air Force colonel who volunteers with HonorAir Knoxville.
Korean War veterans tell their stories By Anne Hart Many of their stories were heartbreaking. And in the telling, occasionally a voice would break and tears would come and there would be a pause before the speaker could begin again. And often, just when you thought your heart had truly shattered, another person
would stand and begin his story with a bit of humor and your heart would start to mend. Some of the guests arrived in wheelchairs, others on walkers, still others surprisingly spry considering their age. A few needed help in standing to take the mi-
crophone from the master of ceremonies, local TV personality Gary Loe, who moved gently through the crowd of several hundred that packed Buddy’s Banquet Hall, giving everyone who wanted to speak the opportunity to do so. Read full story at ShopperNewsNow.com
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Luttrell Public Library beat the heat last week with a water slide, sprinkler play, super bubbles and more. Slide the Library Day was part of this year’s “Every Hero has a Story” Summer Reading. Josh Woods of the Luttrell Volunteer Fire Department spoke about fire safety and let the kids tour a fire truck. Pam Williams of the Union County Health Department played a dice exercise game with the kids, teaching them that exercise can be fun. Luttrell Library has about 80 readers signed up for Summer Reading, according to director Kimberly Todd. So far, special guests have included Ron-
ald McDonald, Donna Kelly, veteran Richard Phillips, and Big Ridge State Park ranger Derek Wilson. “We have been teaching our patrons about making smart, heroic choices such as being healthy while having fun, eating delicious healthy foods, recycling, being a kind helper to those in need, being safe in the woods, and serving our country,” said Todd. Next week, Ruth Sapp of HABIT will visit Summer Reading with Finley, a golden retriever, to talk about therapy dogs and how to be safe around dogs. Upcoming Summer Reading programs include a visit from Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln and
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By Shannon Carey There were hamburgers on the grill and strawberry smoothies in the blender at the Maynardville Senior Center June 25, as the seniors celebrated Beach Day. The seniors brought side dishes to go with the burgers, and everyone dressed in their beach best. Some grass skirts leis even made an appearance. There was live music by the “Better Than Nothin’ Band,” and seniors took turns singing. Office on Aging director Melanie Dykes thanked everyone who brought dishes to share and Joan Ray for grilling the hamburgers. The Senior Center will be closed Friday, July 3, but a
Linda Ball toasts her daughter, Union County Office on Aging director Melanie Dykes, with strawberry smoothies at the Maynardville Senior Center’s Beach Day.
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combination going-away Aketch of Blessed Theresa party and birthday party of Calcutta Catholic Church for volunteer Charles Osewe in Maynardville.
Fishing Rodeo
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Betty Keen and Paris Archer take a turn around the dance floor at the Maynardville Senior Center’s Beach Day. Photos by S. Carey
Branson Sharp caught the biggest fish at the Fishing Rodeo’s Station 2.
Faith Stevens caught the most fish at the Fishing Rodeo’s Station 2.
Sharon Farkas of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and David Effler of the American Legion pack up the fishing gear from the June 18 Youth Fishing Rodeo at Big Ridge State Park. Effler cooked and served 232 hot dogs to 60-plus fishing youngsters and their families. Photo by S. Clark
Ethan Corum caught the biggest fish at Station 1 at the Fishing Rodeo. Jackson Holt tied for most fish at Station 1.
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opinion Farming 101 in 1929 Back in the early 1920s, Horace Maynard High School had a Newsletter called “The Echo” published by the junior students and each department who did a section such as Agriculture, English, Home Economics, etc. In this particular newsletter, Archie Steiner and Lee Mason were the writers for the Agriculture section. This is a summary of what they had to say: “The first and greatest need of Tennessee agriculture is the education of the farm boy. Remember the depression days when adults could stand in gulleys (sic) and not be seen. “More than 50 boys were enrolled in agriculture at the time. They said they felt more confident after preparing for and entering the livestock judging. They had organized a Future Farmers of Tennessee chapter and
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said they were beginning to see good results from that. “The class is convinced that the local farms needed more lime. Someone hypothesized that if the blessing of two tons of lime were to come down from Heaven and be spread all over Tennessee our crops would take on a different appearance. They advised the farmers to contact the University of Tennessee if they were interested in liming their land or to write to or see the Department of Agriculture at Horace Maynard High School. “The cost of seeds, feeds and fertilizers presented a
4 • JULY 1, 2015 • UNION COUNTY Shopper news great hindrance; and they recommended cooperative buying. They noted that factory prices are lower in larger quantities, freight charges are much less in car lots, local delivery is eliminated and the local dealers’ commission is saved. “In 1928 several counties went together and bought nitrate of soda for $42 to $45 per ton while most people in Union County paid $70 to $80 per ton. They found the majority had paid $80 per ton. “Another method of saving is to mix your own fertilizer. The Ag boys mixed their ferti1izer at home last year and were well pleased with the results. They could mix the kind of fertilizer they wanted and at the same time do it for about a third less than when it is bought already mixed.” It must have been fall because they asked the question, “Have you manured your garden and turned it yet? If the farmers will do that it will be insurance of something to have for the 1929 Christmas Dinner.” The Ag Class offered to test the milk cows to see if
Small things, yet big The minute I saw her during freshman year at Horace Maynard High School, I knew exactly who she was. She and I met at some point during elementary school, though I do not recall where or when. She attended Luttrell Elementary while I attended Maynardville Elementary. We graduated from Horace Maynard High School in 1983. We both attended Lincoln Memorial University and emerged as certified teachers, though we did not graduate at the same time. We ultimately became Union County teachers.
Ronnie Mincey TEACHER TIME My friend has assumed many teaching roles throughout the years, including reading in varying grades and special education. She was the traveling elementary guidance counselor for a time while I was principal of Sharps Chapel Elementary.
She later taught in Knox County, then returned to Union County. She was on the faculty at Luttrell when school ended this year. No matter her teaching assignment, Ms. Linda Middleton Shipe’s students love her. She is a calm, quiet-spoken person, a most effective disciplinarian who is competent in her content knowledge. Her students respect her because they know she genuinely likes them and truly has their best interests at heart. I was privileged to serve as Ms. Linda’s principal at Luttrell Elementary during
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they are giving enough milk to pay for the feed. They offered the service free and noted that the present price of skim milk for hog feed is worth about 5 cents a gallon. Their message to the dairymen was: “It is better to feed the dairy cow clover, soy bean and alfalfa hay and sell the meadow, millet and other grass hay than to feed grass hay and sell the legume hay. “It will pay to top dress the wheat fields with lime this winter before sowing clover unless this has already been done.” Steiner and Mason encouraged the farmers to start an inventory of their farm and to start keeping track of the cost, income and profit of the farm. Since most farmers of the time were not very well educated, the Agriculture Newsletter was a valuable service to Tennessee and in particular Union County farmers. Archie Steiner graduated from Horace Maynard High School in 1930. I did not find Don Mason in the annual, so I’m wondering if he could have been a teacher.
school year 2002-2003. She was then, and remains now, a comforting friend. She was instrumental in keeping me informed of things that would help me be a more effective principal. Just recently, when our mutual friend and music teacher Mark Martin passed away, Ms. Linda made a special point to call and see how I was doing. When I returned her call, she spent more than an hour on the phone expressing her condolences as we shared mutual memories of our dear friend. These are just a couple examples that show how Linda has let me know throughout the years that she is a true friend on whom I can depend.
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The true test of friendship is not the big stuff. It is exemplified most often by little things – the smile, kind word, phone call and other similar things just to
show you are in someone’s best thoughts. Ms. Linda’s friendship to me is well reflected in the following poem by Gillian E. Jones.
For A Friend Who Helped Me A person who will listen and not condemn Someone on whom you can depend They will not flee when bad times are here Instead they will be there to lend an ear. They will think of ways to make you smile So you can be happy for a while When times are good and happy thereafter They will be there to share the laughter. Do not forget your friends at all For they pick you up when you fall Do not expect to just take and hold Give friendship back, it is pure gold. I have been blessed with many friends. It is my pleasure next week to share another story of long-lasting friendship.
Wells receives tourism award Anderson County Tourism Council director Stephanie Wells recently received the Chuck Davis Tourism Award from the Middle East Tennessee Tourism Council. The award is named in honor of a long-time industry professional who worked in several counties in the region and was the founding chair of the East Tennessee Crossing Byway (Hwy. 25 Wells E). Davis passed away in April 2006, but his legacy serves as an example of leadership to our regional Chambers and Convention and Visitors Bureaus. “Stephanie’s marketing expertise and leadership has served the entire region,”
said Molly Gilbert, director of the Middle East Tennessee Tourism Council. “It is a great honor to receive the Chuck Davis Award,” said Wells. “Chuck was one of my mentors, and he was just as focused on seeing the region succeed as he was on seeing his county succeed. I take great pride in receiving an award given by professionals in my industry.” The Middle East Tennessee Tourism Council (METTC) was established in 1980 to jointly market tourism in Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Jefferson, Knox, Loudon, Monroe, Morgan, Roane, Sevier, Scott and Union Counties. Wells has served three separate terms as chairp of METTC and has served on the board for 15 years.
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Tennessee might do something different An appalling thing
Football coaches, for the most part, are creatures of habit. They are inclined to do what they always have done. Down and distance are dictatorial. Defensive alignments are predictable. Play selection for third-and-one is right there in the scouting report, same as last week and last season. Coaches will tell you that player experience is critical. The late, great Robert R. Neyland said we could expect one loss for each rookie in the starting lineup. Back then, he was talking about sophomores. Today’s rookies are freshmen. In theory, experienced players have great advantages. They have learned what it takes. They are less likely to make dumb mistakes. They are far less likely to panic in crisis, even when overmatched. Coaches count on consistency and dependability. It helps them sleep. Great emphasis is thus placed on returning regulars. There is merit to this maxim if those starters were winners, not so much if all they have to show for their efforts are battle scars.
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Now and then coaches do the unexpected, set aside the significance of experience or just dare to be different, as was Butch Jones last year in choosing talent over letters. Freshman tailback Jalen Hurd over senior tailback Marlin Lane was a convincing example. Derek Barnett was the first freshman in UT history to start at defensive end. You know how that turned out. He led in tackles for loss against SEC foes. He had three sacks against Ole Miss and South Carolina. Inexperience didn’t seem to hold him back. Freshman Jashon Robertson switched from defensive tackle in August to right offensive guard and started all 13 games. Tight end Ethan Wolf did pretty well. Aaron Medley kicked 20 of 26 field goals, includ-
ing one in the clutch against the Gamecocks. He hit 42 extra points and might have made more if Tennessee had scored more touchdowns. Defensive backs Todd Kelly Jr. and Emmanuel Moseley looked like they belonged. Twelve true freshmen started games, including a school-record seven against Missouri. Some started because of talent. Some started because of need. Freshmen of 2015 may actually have more ability than the previous group but there are no automatic starters. One or two or three may shove established players aside and take their jobs. The coach relishes the thought of competition. “We’re going to rely on two true freshman defensive tackles to really play a big part in this year’s outcome of many games, so we have to get them ready to go,” Jones said. He was talking about four or five-star Kahlil McKenzie (6-3 and down to 330) and four-star Shy Tuttle (6-3 and 313, a pleasant development in spring practice). They do not resemble spectators.
Drew Richmond, 6-3 and 305, has announced his intentions. “My expectation is for me to start.” The third-ranked offensive tackle in all of high school football does not lack confidence. He says he can be ready for Day One, Sept. 6, Bowling Green, Titans’ place in Nashville. Be there! “I feel like I am pretty good.” Preston Williams is a possible starter for later in the season. The day he officially recovers from knee repairs, he may be the Vols’ best pass receiver. He comes with five recruiting stars and lofty goals. “I’m going in trying to break records,” he said. For the already record, Butch Jones is still following the original blueprint, brick by brick toward the restoration of Tennessee excellence. He hasn’t said it but he has demonstrated his choice of ability over experience. There may be other subtle changes. Think Mike DeBord, ability and experience, lots of experience. Marvin West invites reader comments. His address is westwest6@netzero.com
FAITH NOTES Community services ■ Hansard Chapel Methodist Church, located on Highway 33 across from Tolliver’s Market, hosts a food pantry 6-7 p.m. each third Saturday. Gently used clothing is also available. Info: the Rev. Jay Richardson, 776-2668.
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An appalling and horrible thing has happened in the land…. (Jeremiah 5: 30 NRSV) Let us turn our thoughts today to Martin Luther King, And recognize that there are ties between us All men and women living on the Earth, Ties of hope and love, Sister and brotherhood. (“Shed a Little Light,” James Taylor) There is a reason we call the interior of a worship space “the sanctuary.” Sanctuary means safety, refuge, protection. Long ago, in the Middle Ages, a person fleeing from danger could seek sanctuary in a church and be safe, at least for a time. Even earlier, the ancient Hebrews designated their Tabernacle, and then later, the Temple at Jerusalem, as sanctuaries. What happened when a gunman walked into a Charleston, S.C., church is truly appalling, horrifying, unbelievable, heartbreaking. What worries me most is the possibility of copy-cat shooters – unbalanced, disturbed people who want to make a statement, who want their own names in the headlines – walking into any church in any city or town or village – and doing the same thing. My husband Lewis remembers that when he was growing up in very rural Georgia, the men
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carried their guns to church, carefully and respectfully left them in the narthex during the service, and picked them up on their way out after the benediction. I think it unlikely that we will revert to that method of security, but I expect that ushers will be chatting up newcomers a little more thoroughly than is their usual custom, being a little more watchful and alert. The one bright spot in this disaster is the way the city of Charleston has come together: people of all colors and faiths offering sympathy and support, proclaiming by their actions that we are, indeed, all sisters and brothers!
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Tales of a Volunteen By Emma Dale
The first day of my job as a Volunteen at Children’s Hospital, I get handed a bad picture of me on an ID and an ugly khaki vest. “OK, so they’re not the most attractive,” Cathy, who’s one of the two women maelstroms in charge of the program, says as she holds it up to me, “But, they have pockets!” She gestures to the two gigantic abysses on either side of the vest. I’m given a laminated card detailing in tiny print nearly everything, Cathy tells me, that could go wrong in the four hours my shift spans. The appropriate reaction, in equally tiny words, is almost always “Go to the nearest nurse’s station and await further instruction.” Basically, whatever happens, don’t get involved unless you want the paperwork filled out afterwards to give the Himalayas a run for their money. That seems to be the general consensus with most of my work there, too. Just like every other Volunteen who put on his or her khaki vest, I had heady aspirations of making changes, of being inspiration, of one day having a huge picture of myself on the wall with the caption, “Our Fearless Leader For About Two Weeks of June 2015,” and just like every Volunteen that padded up and down the halls of the hospital, I eventually realized my job consisted of this, *knock, knock, knock* “Hello, I’m Emma from Child Life Services. Is there anything I can get you today?” *mumble, mumble, mumble* “No? You sure? We’ve
got Matthew McConaughey movies, books, toys…” *grumble, cough, mumble, mumble* “Okay. Have a great day.” *tries to close the door softly and fails* That’s as life-changing as my work gets, most of the time. I get a drink from the cafeteria, contemplate whether I can get away with unbuttoning my vest, and drag my feet when it’s time to go organize a playroom, or make paper bag puppets (One time, while manning the information desk, two of us made 50. Fifty). Sometimes I even wonder if the lengthy registration process was worth it. But then a little moment happens that makes up for the three hours and 55 minutes I spend doing nearly nothing. The little girl I’m watching in the patient room stretches her arms up to me to be picked up. A child wearing only a diaper and an IV shrieks in joy when we give him a Spiderman plane. A mom brags in broken English about her baby’s advanced motor skills on the elevator ride up to the cardiology unit. A girl I saw entering the doctor’s office in tears flounces out an hour later, animated and smiling when we let her pick a stuffed animal to take home. Those are the little things that overshadow even the moment you realize that some of the children you’re putting butterfly stick-on tattoos on aren’t ever going to walk out of this building. They’re the little things that make being a Volunteen and having to wear an awful vest all worth it.
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The KARM women’s facility holds just over 100 beds, providing a safe resting place each night. Photo by Amanda McDonald
We can end homelessness By Charlie Hamilton Have you ever shopped at one of the local KARM Thrift Stores? Did you know that a portion of your purchase went toward aiding the Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries shelter for the homeless? Yes, KARM is a nonprofit organization that started in 1960 and has been helping our community’s homeless for 55 years. KARM houses over 400 men, women and children each night, and serves nearly 1,000 meals every day for people in need. KARM has many differ-
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It’s summer, and the garden beckons. It can be a relaxing and satisfying pastime, a way to beautify your home and also give yourself some physical activity. But all that kneeling, bending, crouching, tugging and twisting can also lead to aches and pains and injury, particularly on muscles that may not have seen much action during the long winter. Remember to do a little stretching and warming up before you garden. The back, shoulders, upper legs and wrists are areas that can be affected by gardening. Talk with a chiropractor about appropriate stretches. Activities like hoeing and raking require repetitive movements, so it’s wise to change direction occasionally, pulling with the opposite side of your body. To give your shoulders’ rotator muscles a break, it’s also good to
occasionally pull straight toward yourself. Trimming a hedge, whether with a set of manual clippers or powered, requires holding several pounds of equipment in front of you. This puts extra stress on your back. Try to reach as little as possible, in order to minimize the strain on your lower back. A ladder may also be helpful. Blowers and weed trimmers also will strain the back. A shoulder strap may help alleviate that strain. Talk with your chiropractor about ways to protect yourself while gardening. Presented as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, Tenn.; 992-7000.
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“It brings positive art and beauty to our residents,” Renfro said. “It is part of our ministry of healing.”
A reminder of God’s grace adorns the wall over a bed in KARM’s men’s facility. Photo by Maddie Ogle
KARM urges independence By Emma Dale Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries hosts the male half of their 400 nightly guests in a long, bare, grey room outfitted with industrial looking bunks in rows. Each bed is numbered, and after each man checks in at a table outside the hall (a process that included being registered in HMIS, a sort of national homeless network), he receives a bunk number along with sheets, a
blanket and a pillowcase to go on said bunk. Sue Renfro, director of marketing and communications, says that KARM has been working on the problem of having homeless “regulars” consistently staying there, by redirecting them toward different programs that encourage job-searching and an overall search for independence. “We’re a ‘Motel 5,’ not a Motel 6,” she said.
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ent programs to help homeless people get back on their feet and return to normal life. Around 25-30 percent of the homeless population has some type of mental illness, and close to 12-15 percent are some of our country’s veterans. All over this country mental health intuitions have been closing their doors to these people, and care for veterans has deteriorated. If all of the community will come together we can all end homeless in our community. Thank you, Susan Renfro, for our tour of this great organization.
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Shopper-News interns paid another visit to Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries this year, and Sue Renfro was once again our guide. From the bustling kitchen to the uplifting Launchpoint and Bridge transitional programs, interns got an eye-opening view of what it means to be homeless or work with the homeless in Knoxville. Renfro said KARM is working on updating the men’s dormitory and adding buildings to Serenity Women’s Ministry to serve as shelter for intact families. Fundraising efforts are ongoing. Also new this year is KARM’s Arts on Broadway program, which brings professional performances to KARM’s guests.
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Mobile Meals: delivering more than food By Ruth White Mobile Meals delivers close to 800 meals every day to individuals in Knox County. The hot, well-balanced meals are distributed by many volunteer drivers. Last week the Shopper interns spent the morning handing out food and chatting with several residents during the day. Many meal recipients were pleasantly surprised to be greeted by five smiling individuals (as opposed to the standard one or two) who were eager to talk and listen to stories. Several residents invited the group inside and shared memories of family with the interns. One woman shared stories of her five children and showed the group por-
Shopper interns Charlie Hamilton, Abi Nicholson and Maddie Ogle prepare to deliver Mobile Meals to a resident. Photo by Amanda McDonald
Laken Scott, Mobile Meals coordinator Shelly Woodrick, Anne Marie Higginbotham, Peggy Williams and Betty Mengesha finish volunteer orientation and are ready to head out to deliver meals. Photo by Amanda McDonald
Woodrick keeps Mobile Meals moving By Betty Mengesha There are many people in Knoxville who have reached an age where they must depend on others to acquire food or cannot afford to feed themselves. Luckily, Mobile Meals, also known as Meals on Wheels, has developed an organization to reach out to these individuals and better their living conditions. So much work is put in
to help the process move smoothly. A major part of this process is the volunteer work. Imagine having to organize 80 volunteers every day, making sure that new volunteers are educated on how the system works, everyone is given a route to feed over 800 people, and no harsh weathers prevent anyone from having a meal. Well, Shelly Woodrick
does all of this every day as the volunteer coordinator of Mobile Meals. Woodrick has been working with Mobile Meals for two years. She has had several experiences with media and other non-profit organizations. She has a true passion for helping those in need and that is what led her to Mobile Meals. With all the expenses that seniors are struggling
Privileged to help By Maddie Ogle The smell of salmon patties and tartar sauce drew us toward the Mobile Meals kitchen. We sat around a rectangular table as Shelly Woodrick, volunteer coor-
dinator, described our task. We set out with maps showing the locations of people who had ordered meals – a choice of hot or cold. After we delivered all of
the food to the many people, I realized from the kind words of appreciation that this service is very important. At the end of the day, I felt very privileged to have helped these people.
with these days, Woodrick puts effort into aiding anyone in need as best as she can. She says, “We try to keep them in their home as long as we can.” Mobile Meals has been around in Knoxville since 1971, and they continue to help as many as they can. If you would like to volunteer or offer a donation call 865524-2786.
traits of each hanging on her dining room wall. Although her life has had a few bumpy spots, she stated that she has been very blessed and is happy to have some of her children living near her. As the group left, she hugged each intern a big hug, appreciative of their time to listen. Another meal recipient, a couple who has been married for almost 70 years, shared stories about their family, the gentleman’s military service and their love of being outdoors. This day, the residents in the Sterchi and Inskip area that experienced meal delivery times five, received more than food, but the gift of companionship and friendship.
Mobile Meals a great experience By Maggie Williams Last Tuesday the Shopper-News interns delivered Mobile Meals for senior citizens in North Knoxville. It was a very enlightening experience for me and all of us who were involved. We split into three groups, and each group had a delivery route. Each route has around eight stops on it, and every day 60 routes are delivered. That’s a lot of deliveries! This program helps the community in a way people don’t normally think about. The people were very appreciative of us. One man, when asked how his day was, replied, “Any day I wake up is a good day.” The other recipients had similar responses. This is an experience I won’t soon forget.
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Interns Lauren Gaines, Zoe Risley-Brookshire, Annie Dockery and Jaide French return from delivering Mobile Meals to Knox County residents. Photo by R. White
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THROUGH TUESDAY, JULY 7 Enrollment open for foster parenting classes to be held 5:30-8:30 p.m. each Tuesday beginning July 7 for eight weeks. The classes will be conducted by Camelot in the LaFollette office, 240 W. Central Ave. Info/to enroll: Susan Sharp, 423-566-2451 or ssharp@ camelotcare.com.
THROUGH THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Tickets on sale for “The Music and the Memories” show featuring Pat Boone backed by Knoxville swing orchestra The Streamliners, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center, Oak Ridge High School, 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Proceeds go the Oak Ridge High School music department. Info/ tickets: www.KnoxvilleTickets.com or 656-4444.
THURSDAY, JULY 2 Arts and Crafts with Anna Hughes, 4 p.m., Mascot Branch Library, 1927 Library Road. Info: 9332620. Happy Travelers Gathering/Luncheon, 11 a.m., North Acres Baptist Church, 5803 Millertown Pike. Music provided by Mavis and Paul Hughes with Joyful Sound. Free; $7 donation suggested. Info: Derrell Frye, 938-8884.
FRIDAY, JULY 3 The Union County Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Fresh produce, meat, plants, cut flowers, artists and craftsmen. “First Friday” celebration includes: live music, cooking demonstrations, children’s activities, featured agribusinesses and more. New vendors welcome. Info: 992-8038.
SATURDAY, JULY 4 Clinton Fireworks and 4th of July Event, 5 pm., Lakefront Park. Free event. Featuring: backyard
bouncers, water slides, bungee run, laser tag, corn-hole tournament, food vendors, live entertainment and antique cars. Info: 457-0642. Festival on the Fourth, 4-10 p.m., World’s Fair Park, 1060 World’s Fair Park Drive. Free festival; held rain or shine. Featuring music, food, fun, Regal’s Kids Zone, fireworks. Independence Day Concert, 8 p.m., performed by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. Free; no tickets required. Sponsored by Pilot Flying J. Independence Day Concert and Firework Show, 7:30 pm., A.K. Bissell Park, 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge. Bring lawn chair or blanket for outdoor seating. Concert by the Oak Ridge Community Band. Free; donations accepted. Refreshments by Razzleberry’s Ice Cream Lab. Info: www.orcb.org or 482-3568. July 4th Celebration and Anvil Shoot, 10 a.m.3 p.m., Museum of Appalachia, 2819 Andersonville Highway, Clinton. Includes: demonstrations of mountain arts and crafts; bluegrass, old time and folk music; hymn singing and church services; grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, hand-churned ice cream, cool lemonade, homemade cakes and cookies. Info: 494-7680 or www. museumofappalachia.org. Norris Day July 4th Celebration on the Norris Commons. Presented by the Norris Lions Club. Activities include: Firecracker Road Run; children’s Dog Show, wheel race, the bicycle parade, the water balloon toss or the water-ball battles; sack races and duck races; fireworks. Barbeque pork and chicken dinner with all the sides served by the Norris Lions Club, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Norris Middle School cafeteria. Info: 368-4884. Premier of “200 Years of Volunteers,” 7 p.m., East Tennessee PBS. Documentary highlights the events, men and women that earned the state its nickname from the Revolutionary War Battle of Kings Mountain to the modern battlefields of today. Rocky Top July 4th Celebration, George Templin Athletic Field. Live music, food, inflatables, games and more. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. The Secret City Excursion Train, Heritage Center, Oak Ridge. Departure times: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Hear the story of the Manhattan Project. Info: www. secretcityrailroad.com or 241-2140. Young-Williams Animal Center adoption special, noon-4 p.m., adoption fees for cats and dogs 4 years and older will be just $4. Available at YoungWilliams Animal Center, 3201 Division St., and the Young-Williams Animal Village, 6400 Kingston Pike. Info: www.young-williams.org.
MONDAY, JULY 6 American Legion meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 3875522. Mighty Musical Monday with O’Connor Senior Singers, noon, Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St. Lunch of sandwich, chips and a dessert, $5 in the lobby while supplies last. Program is free. Info: 684-1200.
TUESDAY, JULY 7 Drum-Making Workshop, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., East Tennessee Technology Access Center, 116 Childress St. For teens and adults with and without disabilities. Info: Lorrie or Shaynie, 219-0130. Happy Travelers trip: “Singin’ in the Rain” at Cumberland County Playhouse with lunch at Cumberland Mountain State Park. Cost: $55 inclusive. Info/ registration: Derrell Frye, 938-8884.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 Afternoon LEGO Club, 2 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. For kids in first through fifth grades. Info: 525-5431. Computer Workshop: Introducing the Computer, 2 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info/registration: 525-5431.
THURSDAY, JULY 9 Halls Book Club: “Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania” by Erik Larson, 1 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. Magician Michael Messing, 4 p.m., Mascot Branch Library, 1927 Library Road. Info: 933-2620. VFW meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 278-3784.
FRIDAY, JULY 10 Free Movie In the Park at Luttrell City Park. Movie: “Freaky Friday” starts at dusk. Bring blanket or chairs. Sponsored by Luttrell Seniors. Info: 992-0678. The Union County Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Fresh produce, meat, plants, cut flowers, artists and craftsmen. New vendors welcome. Info: 992-8038.
SATURDAY, JULY 11 Happy Travelers trip: “Southern Fried Nuptials” at the Barter Theatre. Cost: $55, includes transportation and ticket. Info/registration: Derrell Frye, 938-8884. Hard Knox Roller Girls Home Team Championships, 5-7 p.m., Civic Coliseum, 500 Howard Baker Ave. Tickets: Coliseum box office, team members and team website. Info: www.hardknoxrollergirls.com; on Facebook.
SUNDAY, JULY 12 WWE LIVE SummerSlam Heatwave Tour, 7 p.m., Civic Coliseum, 500 Howard Baker Ave. Info/tickets: www.knoxvillecoliseum.com or 215-8999.
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