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BUZZ Biz breakfast at Maynardville The city of Maynardville will host a business appreciation breakfast 8-9:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at Maynardville City Hall, 125 Johnson Road. All Maynardville business owners are welcome to attend.

Homeschool support group A local support group for homeschool families will meet for a picnic and meet-and-greet 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, at Big Ridge State Park, the pavilion above the pool. Info: Connie Dickey, 992-3629

Student art show seeks entries The Union County Heritage Festival is seeking student artists to enter the student art exhibit set for Saturday, Oct. 3. Art works created by high school students will be exhibited in the historic Dr. Carr office building on Main Street. The exhibit is open to all high school students including homeschoolers. Two- and three-dimensional art will be accepted, and entries should be no larger than 16 by 20 inches. Deliver entries to the Union County Arts center at 1009 Main Street, Maynardville by 3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. Ribbons will be awarded in each category and for best of show. Info: Gloria Holcomb, 5854774 or holcombgd@gmail.com

IN THIS ISSUE Still learning Bill Breeding Sr. is hesitant to describe himself as an artist. He just doesn’t think what he does is worth that much fanfare. But take one look at his beautiful wildlife shots and landscapes in handmade barn wood frames, and you’re likely to think otherwise.

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Paulette garden Paulette Elementary School science teacher Martha Brown and her students are have a growing passion for nature and agriculture. With grant funding and community effort, the school has a robust, studenttended garden and a new wetland outdoor classroom.

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Maynardville City Manager Jack Rhyne stands with the stump of a 200-year-old white oak tree, formerly the largest in Tennessee. Rhyne is seeking local woodcarvers who would like to preserve some of the wood. Photo by S. Carey

By Shannon Carey

Steve Roark of the Tennessee Division of Forestry, sisters Paula Holman and Lisa Gary, and Maynardville City Recorder Gina Singletary gather at the tree Feb. 3, 2012, on the occasion of the tree being incorporated into the city’s logo. File photo

Maynardville’s historic white oak tree, once the largest in Tennessee, has fallen. In 2012, Steve Roark with the Tennessee Division of Forestry estimated the tree to be close to 200 years old. It was Tennessee’s Champion White Oak, measuring 267 inches around at breast height (4.5 feet above the ground) and 97 feet tall with an average crown spread of 122 feet. The tree grew from an acorn that probably took root in the early 1800s, standing tall through more than 200 years of history, including the Trail of Tears, the Civil War, two World Wars and the Great Depression. Now, the tree has been incorporated into the city of Maynardville logo.

Lori Rose co-owns the Monroe Road property where the tree was located with her sisters Paula Holman and Lisa Gary. She said there was no wind the day the tree fell. Rot inside the trunk caused the tree to collapse. People living on Fox Hunter Road heard the crash when it went down. “It was incredibly sad to see it go,” Rose said. “It’s been there for as long as I can remember.” Rose and her sisters inherited the land from their mother, the late Ann Bridges Byerley. Rose’s grandparents, Troy and Roba Bridges, worked the farm all their lives. Rose’s greatgrandfather purchased the land in 1934 when he moved from Lost Creek To page 2

Criminal justice program debuts at UCHS By Shannon Carey Former detective Johnny Collins recently left the Union County Sheriff’s Office and his school board seat to tackle a new project. He’s the instructor for the fledgling criminal justice program at Union County High School’s career and technical department, and he has high hopes for the program’s future. This semester, 55 students in three classes are taking Principals of Law Enforcement, the beginning-level class of the program. Next semester, Collins will add Criminal Justice 1. Four levels of criminal justice will eventually be taught at UCHS, with two of those receiving college credit. Collins has almost three decades of experience working in public safety and law enforcement. When applying for the position, he stressed that he wanted no preferential treatment due to his seat on the school board, committing to resign the position if hired. “I wanted the best instructor these kids could get, even if it wasn’t me,” he said. Collins started the semester with the basics. Students are doing an in-depth study of the Bill of Rights, writing essays on how the document applies to their lives and how it has been interpreted over the years. “I want them to have a good founda-

tion,” said Collins. “I want them to know why law enforcement has to do things a certain way. I also told them that some day some of you may wind up being the accused. You need to have a working idea of what your rights are. These kids are learning things that most law enforcement officers don’t know.” Later, they will study public safety, get First Aid and CPR certified, formulate codes of ethics, and even conduct a terrorism assessment of the school. The assessment findings will be presented to the school administration. “Some of the ideas you get from these kids are great,” said Collins. “Adults wouldn’t think of it.” Students will participate in the criminal justice competitions at Skills U.S.A. and hear presentations from those working in law enforcement, public safety and the legal field. Collins will also give straight talk about the stressors of working in law enforcement. Students in the class must be at least sophomores, and parents have been notified that subject matter may be violent or graphic. “I am honest about the facts that working in law enforcement and corrections is a dangerous line of work,” he

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Former Union County Sheriff ’s Office detective Johnny Collins is teaching the new criminal justice program in Union County To page 2 High School’s career and technical department. Photo by S. Carey

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Knife Shop celebrates a year By Shannon Carey

Crowe takes care of people Sam Crowe says she enjoys helping people at Sam’s Homes on Maynardville Highway. She and partner Tupper Baker, both former Clayton Homes employees, recently opened the manufactured and modular home dealership just across from Red Gate Farm in Maynardville. This one-stop-shop offers land sales and lot rentals, along with Fleetwood and Southern manufactured homes and Manis Modular Homes. Financing is available. Info: 745-2165 Photos by S. Carey

Historic tree due to the impounding of Norris Lake. Rose said her grandfather kept hogs in a patch beside the tree. “I remember going over there to feed the hogs with him,” she said. Maynardville City Man-

From page 1 ager Jack Rhyne is seeking local woodcarvers who would like to preserve some of the tree’s wood in special projects. Rose gave permission for the wood to be used this way, but asked that artists contact her at 992-6513 before collecting the wood.

When the Knife Shop passes its one-year anniversary this month, it’s not just one year of business, it’s a year of owner John Johnson living life to the fullest despite a terminal illness. After being diagnosed, Johnson said home hospice care began. But he wasn’t content to spend the rest of his life in confinement. “I’m not just going to sit at the house,” he said. So, he opened the Knife Shop in Paulette just north of the turnoff to Big Ridge on Highway 33. Johnson loves knives, and his passion shows at the store. He is a Case dealer, and he offers sharpening services. His logo reads, “A dull knife is an angry knife.” Why is the knife angry? “Because a dull knife will cut you to pieces,” he said. Johnson has also written a book, titled “Miracle from Tobacco Road,” under the pen name Jesse Davis. The book, self-published and available on Amazon.com, tells the story of Johnson’s childhood, being raised by his grandmother in the tobacco and cotton fields of North Carolina. “All we did was work in the fields from the time I was 5 years old,” he said. “That’s what gave me my faith and my work ethic.” The Knife Shop is located at 1406 Maynardville Highway, Maynardville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. John Johnson, owner of The Knife Shop, sharpens a knife for a customer. Info: 865-936-5403

UT Extension offers iCook The Union County UT Extension office will offer the 4-H iCook program, regular cooking classes for kids and parents or guard-

ians. Kids ages 9 to 10 and the adult who prepares most meals in the home are invited. The kids do not have to be 4-H members to participate. The engaging, hands-on program will help kids and adults cook together, eat together, play together and

have fun. The classes will take place two days each month September through December, 6-8 p.m. at Revival Vision Church in Maynardville. Class dates are Sept. 3 and 24, Oct. 8 and 29, Nov. 5 and 19, and Dec. 3 and 10. To participate, youth and

adults must be free from food allergies and dietary restrictions and be free from activity-related medical restrictions that would prevent being in a face-toface food and fitness program. Participants must also have access to a computer with Internet connection at home. Info or to register: 9928038

Criminal justice said. Collins is incorporating his own experiences into the program as well. “I wish someone had taught me what the effects can truly be on your family,” he said. “I told them point blank, your family goes to

From page 1 work with you.” So far, the criminal justice students have been attentive and excited. The class was so popular during registration that the school had to cut off enrollment. Collins hopes to continue to build on that excitement.

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“I think this project once it takes off is going to be amazing,” he said. “Being able to help your community, make a difference in people’s lives, feeling like you helped somebody, that goes a long way.”

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Photographer Bill Breeding Sr. holds one of his photos at the Union County Arts Center. The frame is handmade from barn wood. Photo by S. Carey

Butterflies are a favorite subject for photographer Bill Breeding Sr.. Photo by Bill Breeding Sr.

Nature photographer

‘still learning’ By Shannon Carey

A graceful image captured by Bill Breeding Sr. Photo by Bill Breeding Sr.

Bill Breeding Sr. is hesitant to describe himself as an artist. He just doesn’t think what he does is worth that much fanfare. But take one look at his beautiful wildlife shots and landscapes in handmade barn wood frames, and you’re likely to think otherwise. In fact, one of his pieces, an image of wild turkeys, hangs in the office of District Attorney Jared Effler. Many more photos are available for purchase at the Union County Arts Center. Breeding, whose son is Union County Sheriff Billy Breeding, has always loved the outdoors, and he usually has his camera with him wherever he goes. He started as Maynardville police chief in 1972, and he retired from the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office four years ago. He works part time now, and he’s taking time to focus on his photography skills. “I developed from a pointand-shoot to a 35-millimeter film camera to a DSLR,” he said. “I’m still learning. I

CTE offers employment prospects By Sandra Clark Union County High School students who opt for Career and Technical Education (CTE) can leave high school with a certification or college credit and a big head start on employment. Steve Massengill reported to the school board on Aug. 20. “All of our programs are good,” he said, and Health Sciences are our premier classes.” He said students in class-affiliated clubs have advanced to regional and state competition. Also, the state Department of Education has revamped the course content to tie in to academic objectives. Here’s a recap of his report: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources: This includes agriculture engineering and applied technologies, environmental and natural resource management, horticulture science, and veterinary and animal science. Architecture & Construction: In-

cludes architectural and engineering design, residential and commercial construction. Business: Includes office management. Finance: Includes banking and finance Health Sciences: Includes diagnostic services, emergency services, health informatics, therapeutic clinical services, and therapeutic nursing services. Massengill Students can graduate with a CNA (certified nursing assistant) certification. Clinical internships and job shadowing available. Human Services: Includes cosmetology. Students can complete the entire 1,500 hours that enable them to take the state licensure exam. Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security: New this year, the track includes law enforcement services.

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics: Includes automotive maintenance and light repair. Also at the school board, Jack Rhyne, Maynardville’s city manager, reported on sidewalk and greenway projects underway. Rhyne said the city did not get a grant to build a circular walking trail in front of the high school. “The state likes projects that go from one place to another (not in circles),” he said. The city was successful in obtaining a “safe route to school” grant to build a walking trail/sidewalk from Hwy. 33 to Wilson Park. This will eventually include a sidewalk along Main Street to connect the high school with the middle and elementary schools, Rhyne said. The board delayed a vote until September on Dr. Jimmy Carter’s three-year strategic plan. The board OK’d a pass/fail grade for a “skinny block” on personal finance. This is

consider myself a novice at photography, really.” Breeding loves sharing the scenes he captures with others. His subjects include butterflies (his favorite), along with birds, fish, or just beautiful sunsets. Breeding likes digital photography better than film, mostly because it gives the photographer a second chance. It’s also less expensive. “In photography, you may take 50 to 100 pictures, and you may come out with one or two that you think are really good,” he said. Before Breeding started selling his photos at the Arts Center, he repurposed some wood from a smokehouse his father built in the 1950s. The wood became interesting, rustic frames for his photos. Breeding also mats his own photos. “I’ve just always enjoyed photography,” he said. The Union County Arts Center is located at 1009 Main Street, Maynardville. Info: 992-9161 or facebook. com/UCArtsCoop

FAITH NOTES Music services ■ Mount Harmony Baptist Church, 819 Raccoon Valley Road NE, will host a Gospel singing, 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29. Featured group: Crimson Ridge. ■ Oaks Chapel Church, 934 Raccoon Valley Road, will host a singing 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at the church.

Special services ■ Mouth of Richland Baptist Church, 1115 Indian Ridge Road in Blaine, will hold Homecoming on Sunday, Aug. 30. Homecoming choir will perform during the morning service, barbecue lunch follows the service and a singing will be held in the afternoon.

a required class, said UCHS principal Linda Harrell, and must have a grade. It will be based on participation. Other skinny block classes are for enrichment rather than credit.

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opinion Past to present A friend of mine brought word that a lady from my past wanted me to contact her. It turns out that I met this lady when I was a teenager working at the Union County Senior Center in the early 1980s on the Summer Youth Employment Training Program. I was more than happy to contact Ms. Pauline Smith. I went to school with her daughter Irene, who has more than once painlessly drawn my blood at Dr. Fred A. Hurst’s office. Ms. Pauline let me know she is a faithful reader of my articles, and asked if I would visit the Senior Center. I am appreciative to Ms. Pauline and Center Director Melanie Dykes for extending the invitation. If any reader out there is looking for a great group of people with which to spend time, I highly recommend the Union County Senior Center in Maynardville. There I met Rosa Aye, whose husband paid condolences in my home on the day my mother was buried. I also met Dorothea Cox, the mother of one of my colleagues and fellow Gideon Don Cox. I also met Curtis and Nancy Kane, Janice Kitts Wyrick, Anna Mason, Aloma Stimmell, Rosa Lee Jordan, Bessie Delozier, Shirley McNair, Joan Ray and Wayne Sutphin. Several seniors fondly remembered David Brummitt, one of their group who recently passed away. I reminisced about my days working on the SYETP at the Senior Center. The director at that time was Dottie D. Ousley. Dottie was a distinguished lady, and I have many fond memories of her kindness. Ms. Pauline is the only senior who still attends the Senior Center who attended when I

Ronnie Mincey TEACHER TIME worked there as a teenager, but I remember so many others – Maude and B. D. Haynes, K. S. Adkins, Ben Bennett, Jack Smith, Grace Proffit and her mother Laura, Vaughn Williams, Fred Damewood, Anna Lewis, and the list could go on if space allowed. Our first major task was painting the entire inside of the Senior Center. It took us six weeks as we taped, painted and cleaned our mess as we went. We painted everything, even the storeroom and community bathrooms shared with the doctor’s office on the front side of the building. And if once wasn’t enough, I got to work a few years later with another SYETP crew and paint the center again! The second time only took two weeks, as one enterprising young man slapped paint on the walls quickly and messily. He painted – the rest of us came behind and cleaned up the slops and drips before they could dry. Though most of the faces and names have changed throughout the years, in many ways it seemed nothing has changed. The Senior Center basically looks as it did those 30-some-odd years ago, but the warmth and friendliness of the seniors remains unchanged. I never felt more welcome anywhere, and I plan to return for another visit. Next week I will return to fond memories of another friendly visitor.

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Gene Monroe marks 80th birthday Eugene Darrell “Gene” Monroe celebrated his 80th birthday Aug. 9. Connie and Winston Dickey are good family friends, and Connie invited some of us and stirred up a delicious chocolate cake. She made Gene blow out the candles. Gene is the son of Raymond and Bonnie Palmer Monroe and the grandson of Eugene D. Monroe, for whom he was named. Gene is the fifth of nine children of Raymond and Bonnie. I believe all the boys served in the military. Gareth and his wife, Zena, live at nearby Hogskin and were able to attend Gene’s party as did their son, Michael. So many people were coming and going at the moment we didn’t get Gene started giving us a history lesson (which I understand he’s good at), but we did catch up on some old classmates. One classmate, Jack Dempsey Heiskell, celebrated his 80th birthday with

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family on Aug. 22. Jack’s niece, Deborah Stroud, and her husband, Bob, hosted the party. Jack moved to Anderson, S. C., a few years ago to be near his daughter, Karen Heiskell Kohlmayer, and her husband, Ken, whom she met while attending Clemson University. Jack now spends a lot of time with grandson, Chris Kohlmayer, which they both really enjoy. Some of those attending Gene’s party from near and far were: Gareth, Zena and Mike Monroe; Clyde Monroe; Michelle Helton; Joy Petree and grandson Sebastian; Betty Palmer Sharp; Abigail, Rebekah and Jonannah Kadron. I didn’t get to stay the full two hours, so please

Gene Monroe on his 80th birthday. forgive me if I missed your name on this list. Gene and his brother, Clyde, who both chose to be bachelors, still live on the family farm on Walker’s Ford Road at Maynardville. Now, Gene probably doesn’t know this; but I happen to have a very large Monroe genealogy, “Hi Cousins,” published by August Barnhouse. His address is P. O. Box 387, Eldon, Missouri 65026. In the book, Barnhouse

Susan G. Komen Knoxville director of community programs Kim Parks helps Dorothea Cox with a self-assessment exercise.

Melanie Dykes is Komen ambassador By Shannon Carey Breast cancer awareness is a problem in Union County. According to a study by Susan G. Komen Knoxville, the late-stage breast cancer incidence rate in Union County is well above the state average, meaning that the disease is not being caught soon enough. Latestage means that the cancer has spread beyond the breast and is harder to treat. Komen Knoxville is targeting Union County and counties with a similar breast cancer incidence rate with outreach and community programs. To help that

dors in each county. Union County’s is Office on Aging director Melanie Dykes. Dykes said being an ambassador goes hand-inhand with her job working with the county’s senior citizens. “Education is a big part of what we do,” she said. Kim Parks of Komen Knoxville visited the Union County Senior Center in Union County Office on Aging Maynardville Aug. 18. She director Melanie Dykes is the asked that each participant new community ambassador complete a self-assessment for Susan G. Komen Knoxville. before and after her presentation. Photos by S. Carey She said 55.1 percent of process, Komen has estab- Union Countians live below lished community ambassa- the 250 percent poverty lev-

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gives credit to Raymond and his family for being a major part of this work. Here is a short rundown of Gene’s immediate family genealogy: Robert and Rosanna Monroe Mark and Nancy Davis Monroe William George and Adeline Atkins Monroe Eugene Dodge and Josephine Hill Monroe Raymond Spencer and Bonnie Palmer Monroe Gareth Palmer Monroe Clyde LaFayette Monroe Mary Josephine Monroe Meyer Willah Sue Monroe Cox Eugene Darrell Monroe Anna Kate Monroe Webb Jesse Mark Monroe Carol Lou Monroe Foggin Larry Fred Monroe Gene served in the U. S. Army but has been challenged with arthritis for many years; however, he has not let the arthritis dampen his spirit. Happy birthday, Gene, and many more!

el, the county is medically underserved. For some, it is a burden to drive to another county to get a mammogram. Others are afraid of diagnosis. “Screening will catch it earlier, and if it’s caught earlier we can treat it a lot sooner and save lives,” Parks said. Parks added that between five and 10 percent of breast cancers are due to inherited gene mutations. “Just because it doesn’t run in your family doesn’t mean you can’t get it,” she said. “There are 3 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S. today.”

Parks encouraged everyone to know their risk for breast cancer, get screened and make healthy lifestyle choices like exercising and maintaining a healthy weight. “Breast cancer is a problem in our community, especially here in Union County,” she said. “Education is the most important thing we can do.” Dykes said she is planning more outreach events. She hopes to have a countywide Pink Out for the Cure Oct. 23 to coincide with the Knoxville Race for the Cure Oct. 24. Info: komenknoxville.org

There will be a mobile mammography screening 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at Food City in Maynardville. Info: 3059753

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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Things that happened, things to come Whom do you trust?

Here’s what has happened … Tennessee has recruited boldly, among the best in college football, not far behind Alabama and Georgia. Tennessee has prepared, physically and mentally, as if it means business. Butch Jones is a motivator. This team has terrific potential, including stars. Butch has built, brick by brick as he likes to say, decent depth. Most reserves still need experience but he is fully aware that fine freshmen can play. Sobering it is that Butch has defeated one opponent, South Carolina, which was thought to be better than the Vols. He has lost to one, Florida, that wasn’t as good. Some of the losing margins were worse than expected. Here are points to ponder … Football is a relatively simple activity, three or four levels below brain surgery, French cooking and rocket science. Football is mostly about line play – which most of us

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don’t see or understand unless there are bad busts or holding penalties that nullify touchdowns. I know you know big plays come from playmakers. The Vols have several. It is possible that sometime soon a receiver will make a big play. Here’s what will happen … Starting the second Saturday in September and maybe the first, good defensive coaches will crowd the line of scrimmage, assign a spy to monitor Joshua Dobbs and force him to throw the football. If his accuracy has really improved, if he can identify and hit receivers downfield and if they catch it, defenses will be forced to adjust and

there will be more room to run. You may even think the offensive line has improved. Here’s where we were when we last were looking … Dobbs made several excellent plays at South Carolina. It took defensive pressure to win the game. In the most crucial assignment of 2014, Vanderbilt and the challenge of bowl eligibility, Dobbs was considerably less than awesome. Most Tennessee fans have conveniently forgotten how close the Vols were to a devastating defeat that would have changed the course of history. Dobbs and the team, offense and defense, were outstanding for most of three quarters against Iowa. I haven’t decided whether the Vols were THAT good or Iowa was THAT slow and disinterested. We know the Hawkeyes were disappointed to be in the Gator Bowl. We know Tennessee was happy to be in any bowl and that the Gator was one step up from deserved.

The romp was a delight but I still don’t know what it was that we saw. Here’s what may happen … As usual, Florida is a pivotal game. If the Vols, at long last, whip the Gators, really good things can follow. If they lose again, adjust dreams downward. Immediately. Before Arkansas arrives at Neyland Stadium. Optimistic forecast: The Vols are good enough to hang in there against all SEC foes. Cautious forecast: Alabama has uncertainty at quarterback but more talent across the board. Georgia has a couple of holes to fill, a better running back and probably more overall ability. Arkansas is much like Tennessee, maybe yes, maybe no. Missouri success is hard to explain. Could be coaching. Eight Tennessee wins would be progress. Nine would be very good. Ten would be great. Hedge your bets. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

‘Deadly Doll’ goes public Brooke Cox has wanted to be a writer since she first read about Snoopy in the “Peanuts” comics. “I loved how he would sit on top of his doghouse while pecking out adventure stories on his typewriter,” she said. “I wanted to create adventure stories too but it was before I could write.” Cox said that as a child she would hand paper and pencil to family members so they could write down stories as she made them up. After high school, life kept her busy and Cox put aside her passion for writing. It wasn’t until she was watching her three-yearold daughter play that Cox thought back to what she loved to do at that age. She picked up her pen once

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again. That was 20 years ago. “The words just flowed and it felt right,” she said. “That is when I became serious about my writing and realized God had called me to write for him.” Cox has written a novella, short stories and skits, collaborated with other writers and has a monthly column with The Christian Online magazine. She is currently co-writing a devotional book. Her first novel, “Deadly Doll,” was released Aug. 15.

Author Brooke Cox holds her canine friend Little John. Photo by Cindy Taylor

Surprisingly, Cox says she has a love/hate relationship with the subject of English. In school she was a math/science kind of girl. “I love the written word and can get lost in a good

book, but I struggle with grammar,” she said. “That is my biggest challenge in writing. If I had to choose between diagramming a sentence and working 100 quadratic questions I would pick the equations and enjoy working them.” While Cox loves writing, she says it isn’t the right career choice for everyone. “It is a difficult industry and you must constantly hone your skills,” she said. “It is so much more than just putting words to paper. In essence it is an art form.” “Deadly Doll” was three years in the making. Cox hopes to get into speaking in conjunction with her writing career and says she has

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Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church Joy Club held its regular monthly meeting Monday, Aug. 17. After a delicious fried chicken meal, “Tish” Breeding entertained and informed the Joy Club attendees with her usual (and sometimes unusual) patter touching on a variety of subjects. Barbara Webster (pictured with Breeding) enjoyed the festivities and congratulations as she celebrated her 92nd birthday. Photo by Bob

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Paulette grows science savvy By Shannon Carey There’s a harvest every Tuesday at Paulette Elementary School. Along with the crop of cabbage, kale, chard and broccoli, science teacher Martha Brown’s students are growing real, hands-on experiences that will last a lifetime. Yes, that’s a garden growing on the south side of the school, tended by Brown and her students. They even came over the summer to weed and water the garden. According to Brown the principles students learn outdoors at Paulette reinforce the required coursework in the classroom. Everything ties back in to state standards for science. “By getting out there and experiencing it, I think it creates an impression on them so they don’t forget it,” Brown said. Brown transferred from Maynardville Elementary to PES when the new school opened. At MES, she was known as “the bug lady,” leading students on a butterf ly walk each spring. At Paulette, she teaches only science, and every student at the school visits her classroom. She started with a little garden outside her classroom window and led students in experiments on cabbage plants. They studied what happened to the

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plants if they were watered with different fluids, including regular water, tomato juice and cola. “We were really surprised. The one with soda actually grew the longest,” she said. A second garden, this time a raised bed, was provided by the construction trades class at Union County High School. With encouragement from Beth Bergeron at Union County 4-H, Brown started writing grants. She got seeds from Bonnie and plants from Sargentina. Lowes provided fruit trees and benches around a new wetland project near the gardens and gave enough wood to finish more raised beds. PES recently won a $500 Farm Bureau grant for an egg incubator. Support has come from the community as well. Union County Roads Superintendent David Cox and machine operator Eddie Brantley helped with the wetland project. Mike Murphy with the Andersonville Highway Department also pitched in, and the Paulette Volunteer Fire Department helped water the seeds. The wetland helps mitigate stormwater runoff from the parking lot. It’s seeded with native grasses and trees, and wildlife is already starting to make the place home.

■ Open House will be 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27. School pictures will be taken Thursday, Sept. 10. School shirts are available for purchase for $12 each. Place orders by Friday, Aug. 28, with the school office.

Horace Maynard ■ Connect your Food City ValuCard to HMMS when you check out to earn points for the school. School shirts are available in black or gray for $10 each. Stop by the school office to purchase.

Maynardville ■ Basketball tryouts will be 3:20-4:30 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 26 for girls and 3:20-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 for boys. You must have a signed permission slip to try out. School dance will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, $3 for singles, $5 for couples, and K-2 students must have a chaperone. Candy fundraiser kickoff will be Tuesday, Sept. 8. School pictures will be taken Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Paulette Paulette Elementary School science teacher Martha Brown stands with the asparagus patch in the school garden. Photo by S. Carey

Compost for the garden beds comes from the school cafeteria, and students eat the produce. “Some of them didn’t think they liked kale, but the discovered they liked it raw. We even made kale chips,” said Brown.

The PES Beta Club students take any uneaten produce to the Milan Baptist Church food pantry, often enough veggies for 20 families. Soon, the students at PES will put in a fall garden, and they will help Brown choose

which plants they’ll grow. Brown and the students are excited to see what spring will bring in the new wetland, too. Brown thanked everyone who has pitched in to make the garden and wetland at PES successful.

■ School pictures will be taken Thursday, Aug. 27. Monday, Aug. 31 is the last day to turn in PRIDE Card fundraiser sales. Open House will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, for kindergarten through 2nd grade, and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, for 3rd through 5th grade.

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THROUGH THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Tickets on sale for “The Music and the Memories” show featuring Pat Boone and 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. Info/tickets: KnoxvilleTickets.com or 656-4444.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 26 Computer Workshops: Internet and Email Basics, 2 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Requires “Introducing the Computer” or equivalent skills. Info/registration: 5255431. Knox County Veterans Service Office visit, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Carter Senior Center, 9040 Asheville Highway. One-on-one assistance to explain VA benefits, answer questions, and assist veterans and family member with filing for VA benefits.

THURSDAY, AUG. 27 “So You Want to Start Anew ... Perennial Garden,” 3:15-4:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Speakers: Extension Master Gardeners Carolyn Kiser and Barbara Emery. Free and open to the public. Info: 329-8892.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, AUG. 27-28 AARP Driver Safety class, noon-4 p.m., Halls Senior Center, 4410 Crippen Road. Info/registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, AUG. 27-29 The Picky Chick Fall Consignment Sale, Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway. Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday (1/2 off sale). Info: thepickychick.com.

FRIDAY, AUG. 28 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. So Long, Summer Party, 1- a.m.-1 p.m., Union

County Senior Center, 298 Main St., Maynardville. Bring a covered dish. Info: 992-3292. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

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FRIDAY, SEPT. 11 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

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Downtown Dragon, Drum and Paddle Dragon Boat Race, 8 a.m., Volunteer Landing. Proceeds go to Tennessee Clean Water Network. Hillbilly Jedi Band will perform, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Kitten and cat adoption fair, noon-6 p.m., West Town PetSmart adoption center, 214 Morrell Road. Info: feralfelinefriends.org.

Thunder Road Author Rally, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Maynardville Public Library, Main Street, Maynardville. Local authors attending. Meet-and-greet, book sales, book signings. Info: 992-7106.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 1

Honor Guard meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 256-5415.

Horace Maynard High School Class of 1965 quarterly meeting, 1 p.m., Hardee’s in Maynardville. December’s luncheon will be planned. Info: Pearl Coffey, 256-5315.

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FRIDAY, SEPT. 4 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 5 Spaghetti supper, New Fellowship Church, 120 Pine Drive, Maynardville. Dinner, silent auction, cake walk, gospel music. $5 donation requested; proceeds to church building fund. The Reignsman will perform, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091.

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Sharps Chapel Fish Fry, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sharps Chapel Senior Center. Bring a side dish to share. Info: 992-3292.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19 Luttrell Music Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Luttrell City Park. Music, vendors, activities and more. Info: luttrellbluegrass.com.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 19-20

American Legion meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 3875522.

Country Market, Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Arts, crafts, antiques, classic car cruise-in, Model T club, music and more. Admission: $5; 12 and under free. Info: ramseyhouse.org.

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Happy Travelers Lunch and Gathering, North Acres Baptist Church, 5803 Millertown Pike. Entertainment by David West & the Cider Mountain Boys and comedian Hattie. No charge; suggest contribution, $7. Info/reservations: Derrell Frye, 9388884.

Gospel singing featuring the Sneed Family, 6 p.m., New Beverly Baptist Church, 3320 New Beverly Church Road. Free, but love offering will be taken. Info: 5460001; NewBeverly.org.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 10 VFW meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 278-3784.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 25 Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Bubba Brew’s Sports Pub & Grill, Beach Island Marina. Info: 992-3091. Union County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., 1009 Main St., Maynardville. Info: 992-8038.

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