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High honor for local leader

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By Sandra Clark

SEEK for jobs Union County Public Schools has a summer program to help youngsters who probably will go straight from high school to a job. Photojournalist Ruth White is shadowing teacher Bridget Calfee to explore the training. The first installment of her story appears today.

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Brownie’s goodbye “Sometimes our best companions and teachers have four legs. Such was the case for me between the approximate ages of 7 or 8 to 13. My time with Brownie, though seemingly too short, taught me a lot about life and friendship.�

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Milan gets pastor The Rev. Jody Winstead has been on the job as Milan Baptist Church’s new pastor for about a month now, and he’s happy to see all the good things going on at his new church home. With Vacation Bible School just past and a mission trip coming up in July, life at Milan is busy this summer. “Every day is a God-given opportunity,� said Winstead. “We’re thankful for that opportunity every day to meet someone’s needs through the ministry.

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Nicholas Gibbs The Nicholas Gibbs Society held its annual meeting and fundraiser June 11 at the Nicholas Gibbs Historic Site on East Emory Road. Rebecca Longmire provided a great presentation about the Battle of Horseshoe Bend in the War of 1812 where Nicholas Gibbs Jr. was killed. A cenotaph has been placed at the homestead and at the Horseshoe Bend Memorial Park for him..

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The stars came out to honor Eleanor Yoakum in ceremonies June 11 at Lincoln Memorial University’s Lincoln Museum. Former Gov. Don Sundquist was reunited with several former cabinet members including Yoakum, who served both as his commissioner of personnel and later as his chief administrative officer (now called deputy governor). Former TDOT commissioner Bruce Saltsman drew the biggest laugh when he said, “She had a list, but Don wouldn’t let me spend the whole budget in Claiborne County.� “Eleanor made this road her mission� while in Nashville, said Saltsman, “and she made this commissioner miserable.� The improvements were made to U.S. Highway 25E. The resolution to name the road was sponsored by state Sen. Frank Niceley and state Rep. Jerry Sexton, who now represent the area. Both spoke at the dedication.

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Eleanor Yoakum is flanked by her children, Stephanie Barger Conner and Rob Barger, at the dedication ceremony for the Eleanor Yoakum Highway in Claiborne County. Yoakum chairs the board of First Century Bank.

Funeral home deal is dead

Supporters to question Richeson’s non-renewal By Sandra Clark

By Shannon Carey Union County Commission took no action June 13 to purchase the former Byrd’s Mortuary property bordering the courthouse, which includes a parking lot used by courthouse visitors. The funeral home was auctioned in a trustee sale days before the scheduled County Commission meeting. Mayor Mike Williams and county attorney David Myers said they took action to give the county an option to buy since existing parking is insufficient on court days. Williams said he and Myers contacted Pinnacle Bank, which held the property’s mortgage, and asked to be allowed to bid at auction on behalf of the county. If the commissioners did not vote to purchase the property, it would revert to the next highest bidder. The parcel includes the funeral home, a white house near the funeral home, and a long parking lot that backs up to the courthouse. Another adjoining parking lot is owned by another entity and is currently roped off. The bank’s appraisal was just over $600,000, and the county property assessor’s appraisal was $425,000. Myers won the auction on behalf of the

Union County Mayor Mike Williams delivers a blistering commentary on Union County Commission’s lack of action to purchase the former Byrd’s Mortuary property to the Union County Business and Professional Association last week. Photo by S. Carey county at $341,000, pending commission approval. But when Myers and Williams presented the information, the commission took no action. Commissioners discussed the possibility of costly renovations to the

funeral home and their perception that the county could not afford it. “If someone else buys (the parking lot) and builds something on it

When the Union County school board meets Thursday, June 23, following a workshop which starts at 6 p.m., several students, former students Richeson and former teacher Chris Richeson are expected to attend. Students are unhappy about the non-renewal of social studies teacher Richeson and are worried that some of his classes and the afterschool activities he sponsored might disappear. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Carter was on vacation last week, and former principal Linda Harrell’s contract also was non-renewed, although she will remain a certified math teacher in the system. Neither was available for comment for the detailed story written by Shannon Carey and published on her blog, www.thepluckypen.com

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Former Luttrell recorder charged with theft A special investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has found that former Luttrell city recorder Rebecca Ailor misappropriated at least $120,506 in city money. Ailor issued more than 140 checks to herself or a family member from Sept. 11, 2012, until Feb. 22, 2016, according to the report. Ailor was able to conceal her theft by falsifying the vice mayor’s or mayor’s signature on city checks. She also recorded the checks as payments to legitimate city vendors, and prepared false documentation to support some of the unauthor-

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of theft over $60,000 and one count of tampering with evidence. “It’s important for city officials to provide oversight of the financial process,� said Comptroller Justin P. Wilson. “Not only was one person responsible for issuing checks, recording disbursements and depositing collections, city officials did not review bank statements. This allowed this scheme to go undetected for more than three years.� To view the special investigation online, go to: comptroller.tn.gov/ia/.

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Scholarship winners thank UCBPA By Shannon Carey The Union County Business and Professional Association welcomed the 2016 UCBPA scholarship recipients to the group’s monthly meeting June 14. Each student thanked the UCBPA for their scholarships and gave a brief description of their plans for the future. Hunter Collins, Union County High School’s 2016 valedictorian, won the Jeffreys Memorial Scholarship for $3,125, which he will use to study music at Tennessee Tech. Collins got his start in music in band at Horace Maynard Middle School. “The director said we needed an oboe player and nobody knew what it was,� he said. “The next day he gave me a case and a book, and I just kind of fell in love with it.� At Tennessee Tech, Collins will go on tour to Cuba and perform with a professional symphony orchestra. Rachel Pierce won the career and technical scholarship for $1,000. She plans to attend Cleveland State Community College to major in nursing. Pierce decided to go into nursing because she was a NICU baby, weighing just one pound, eight ounces at birth. “I realized that I wouldn’t be here today without those nurses,� she said. Zachary Pursel received the $500 service scholarship for his work with the Union County Food Pan-

try. He has been accepted to the Citadel military college and hopes to become a JAG attorney. His inspiration came from his involvement in mock trial at UCHS, where he was named the second best attorney in the state. “I hope I can do what I need to do to make my country proud,� he said.

Extension intern The UCBPA also welcomed Brigette Passman, an intern at the UT Extension in Union County. Passman is originally from New Orleans, and her family moved to Te n n e s s e e in the wake of Hurricane KaPassman trina. She will be a senior this fall at UT Knoxville with a major in agriculture education communication. Passman said her dream is to become a county Extension Agent. A longtime 4-H’er, she is using her 4-H experience on a service trip to China next week. She will teach English and use the 4-H public speaking format to hone students’ skills. The Union County Business and Professional Association meets at noon every second Tuesday, at the Hardee’s in Maynardville.

Leslie Corum isn’t from around here, but this is where her heart lives. She’s called Plainview home for 22 years. And now, she’s the president of the Union County Chamber of Commerce. Born and raised in Palmer, Tenn., on Monteagle Mountain between Chattanooga and Nashville, she married Union County native Chris Corum, a former racer and self-proclaimed graduate of what he calls “Horace Maynard Academy.â€? The couple bought Chris’s grandparents’ old farmhouse. They went into motor sports and racetrack promoting, ďŹ rst with Dough Sopha of 411 Motor Speedway in Seymour, and as their careers progressed, they had to move. Living in Macon, Ill., to promote ARCA events, the pair were so successful that they were asked to stay longer than six months. “But I wanted to come home,â€? Leslie said. “I want to raise my kids in East Tennessee.â€? So they came back, settling once again at the family homeplace on Ailor Gap and eventually buying I-40 Motorsports Park in 2014. Then, in 2016, Leslie saw advertisements for the position of president with the Chamber. With her event planning and promotions background, she thought the job was right for her.

“I would love that job to work for the Chamber and promote the county,â€? she said. “There are so many assets here. It’s about to blow wide open if we can all work together and let it.â€? But, she felt intimidated by the tension surrounding the Chamber of Commerce in recent months. She spoke with interim Chamber president Mayme Taylor, and Taylor encouraged her to bring a resume and apply for the position. Leslie won the position by popular vote of Chamber members. “I was surprised, honestly,â€? she said. “But I was also excited. I was down here that Saturday morning for Art on Main.â€? While right now Leslie is working on getting established and completing paperwork, she already has ideas of how to promote Union County. Her involvement in the Taste of Crossville event makes her think that a similar event might work here. “And I’ve already met several business people in the community, and that’s been fun to me because that’s what I actually came here to do,â€? she said. “My main thing that I want to do in the county is networking, and it’s business to business networking. We’ve got to start local ďŹ rst.â€? Leslie also addressed the Union County Commission budget committee

Leslie Corum is the new Union County Chamber of Commerce president. Photo by S. Carey

two weeks ago and was approved for the Chamber’s $9,000 budget request. The request will go next to the full commission for a vote. “I was a nervous wreck,� she said. “But the more I talked the better I felt. I said I wanted this to be a new beginning between the Chamber of Commerce and the County Commission. The past is in the past. Let’s work for the future.�

Lucy’s Loops in the Big Apple Young performers in the Downtown Dance Factory in New York City sport “Princess Leia� hats crafted by Alicia Lucy of Lucy’s Loops, a Union County cottage industry. The dance troupe ordered 13 child-size and one adult-size hat for this performance. After the recital, Downtown Dance Factory sent photos to Lucy, along with the message, “They looked amazing!� Lucy teaches cottage industry classes at Maynardville Public Library and thanked library staff for helping make her business a success. Info: www.etsy. com/shop/LucysLoops05.

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Christine Rogers of Rocking Chair Farm in Corryton displays alpaca wool that she sells at local farmers markets.

David Rogers tends to the herd of eight alpacas at Rocking Chair Farm in Corryton. Photos by Seth Norris

World-famous alpaca herd calls Corryton home they were offered a herd package with three male alpacas, and then the story began. In their first year, they already had a “world famous� alpaca named Roy who was born with a broken leg. After getting tired of answering individual calls and messages, David started a Facebook series of posts called “Roy’s Diary� updating the public on his status. People from China, Peru, and even Russia would check on Roy, who is now strutting around like a normal “sweet� alpaca according to David. “I’ve never found an animal other than a dog that’s as sweet as they are,� said David, “You can have the worst day of work and come in and spend 10 minutes in the field with them, and you’ve forgot about it.� Both are committed to inform and debunk some myths about alpacas, especially the spitting one. “Yes, they do spit occasionally,� said Christine, “But they are more likely to spit at each other unless you have done something terribly heinous to them.�

By Seth Norris When David and Christine Rogers met, their first goal as a couple was not to start an alpaca farm. Here we are now after 16 years of marriage, and the farm boy from Loudon County and the girl from Connecticut are running Rocking Chair Farm. The farm at Fair Meadow Lane in Corryton is in its second year, and all of it started because they were tired of paying taxes on their beautiful lawn. “I started researching ways to make my lawn a little more affordable,� said Christine, “We looked at cattle, goats, horses; you name it we’ve looked at it.� While researching on the web she noticed the Southern Select Alpaca Show in Sevier County. There, they talked with farm owners who were instrumental in pushing them into the alpaca industry. After traveling back and forth to Two Crows Farm in North Carolina for a year,

In other words, do unto alpacas as you would have them do unto you, and if you go visit the Rocking Chair Farm, they will have no problem telling you how to do that. “We enjoy people coming out and petting the animals and learning about them, and we enjoy informing them� said David, “It’s a labor of love.� They describe the animals as very perceptive of emotions and people, and have even seen them rubbing noses with children. The Rogers would like to eventually get the farm up and running so that children and anyone else can come and visit regularly. For now, the farm is mostly open on Sat-

urdays. If you don’t see them at the farmers market with their alpaca fiber, you can get in touch with them on social media and online to give them a 24-hour notice to get everything ready. The farm is five acres and is home to eight alpacas plus Mason the Wonder Dog, a Great Pyrenees and Anatolian Shepherd mix. The couple are working on the “Adopt an Alpaca Program� to get everyone involved and become a member of the herd, according to Christine. “They set the world right,� she said, “It sounds cheesy, but when you have found your spot in the herd they consider you a member just like anybody else.� Info: facebook.com/RockingChairFarm

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Pete DeBusk, founder of DeRoyal Industries salutes Yoakum.

Eleanor Yoakum U.S. Rep. Jimmy Duncan was eloquent in his praise: “We’re honoring a fine young woman here tonight. She has touched the lives of thousands of people. My dad said everything looks easier from a distance. Eleanor didn’t leave the county, and she’s made this county, this state and this country a better place.� House Speaker Beth Harwell said she’s held Eleanor on a pedestal. “She

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has so much poise and has done so much good.� Justin Wilson, comptroller of the treasury and a former Sundquist commissioner, said flatly, “This road would not have happened had it not been for Eleanor. Highways don’t just happen.� Finally, it was the honoree’s turn. “I will take this honor on behalf of the Yoakum family,� she said. She mentioned her par-

ents, Glenn and Leo Walker Yoakum. She talked about her sisters, Glenna Adams, who died from multiple sclerosis, and Martha Yoakum, “the only one of us brave enough to put her name on a ballot.� Martha Yoakum, a retired attorney, served three terms as the area’s public defender. “And the service continues,� she said, praising her daughter, Stephanie, who chairs the Tennessee Arts

Commission, and her son, Rob Barger, a third-generation banker who now heads First Century Bank and chairs the Claiborne County Economic Development Board. And out in the audience sat her nephew, attorney Oliver Adams with his kids, and her own wonderful grandchildren: Walker, Elizabeth and Virginia Conner, and Mayson and Ella Jane Barger. “The service continues.�

or locks it down, the courthouse is landlocked,� Williams said. “You’re going to have to buy land and build. I can bet my life you are going to have to pay more than $340,000 for both.� “I don’t think the value is in the building,� said Myers. “I think you’ve got to look at the value of the land. You might look at what is the cost to tear that down.� Commissioner Tony Strevel asked where the funds for the purchase would come from. County finance director Ann Dyer said several loans for ambulances and law enforcement vehicles will be retired in the next fiscal year, freeing up money in the debt service fund. Commissioner Stan Dail was the only voice for the purchase, saying “We’re

From page 1 going to have to have more parking spaces, more building space. I am for it.� No commissioner moved to approve the purchase, so the property reverted to the next highest bidder. Williams visited the Union County Business and Professional Association meeting the next day, and his ire was apparent. “It breaks my heart to have a County Commission so blind that they can’t see how great this county can be,� he said. “I am ashamed to have been in that room last night. Our county got sold out last night, and it makes me sick.� Williams said he and Myers called every commissioner prior to bidding at the auction and asserted that the county was not liable for the purchase.

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opinion A fond farewell This article is about me. I am plagued with the force of journalistic dyslexia. Unfortunately for me this force doesn’t radiate from my body or move and bend objects at my will. It does, however, radiate from my keyboard and has moved my editors to pull out their hair.

Cindy Taylor

Raised in the south, I was taught to lead up to the truth and then share it in a delicate fashion, if at all. We may meet at the fence but we do not shout across it; hence the difficulty in cultivating a journalistic viewpoint from a southern perspective. When I began my career with The Shopper News as a freelance reporter I was thrown right into Union County politics. Talk about a trial by fire. The first meeting I covered was a UC commission meeting presided over by then-Mayor Larry Lay. Having never met a mayor in person before that night, I was beyond nervous. Mayor Lay made me feel welcome and even invited me to sit with him in the jury box during meetings. Now I have traveled the extent of our local area, from aged homesteads to new construction. I have learned many little-known facts about my hometown and met some truly inspiring heroes. I have interviewed people I would have run away from had I met them in a dark alley. All wonderful people. I appreciate those who were willing to share their stories and talents and who spent time chatting about their lives. I have interviewed celebrities. I have interviewed

people who were considered to be nobodies. I have photographed monsters lurking in shadows and beautiful people celebrating their 100th birthday. I was blessed to write articles with breaking news as well as articles that broke my heart. Above all, I attempted to write with kindness and accuracy. It wasn’t always an easy job, especially for my editors. Shannon Carey hired me, written word unseen, after one meeting. I am certain she has had many regrets about that decision. I am entering a new phase of life as Cyn Taylor, author. My first book “Blue Mountain Skyâ€? is set for release July 1. See how I buried the lead? Journalistic dyslexia rules. In my early days at The Shopper, Ruth White held a training session. Her closing remarks stuck with me through the years. “Push forward. Make your way to the front. You have as much right to be there as anyone else.â€? I am stepping to the back of the crowd. This article is my last for The Shopper. I will miss my peeps in Knox and Union counties and am so grateful for the opportunity I had to get to know you. To all my readers, “May we meet again over the written word. ‌â€? Contact Cindy Taylor at cyntaylor2016@ gmail.com

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An abbreviated ‘tail’ Sometimes our best companions and teachers have four legs. Such was the case for me between the approximate ages of 7 or 8 to 13. My time with Brownie, though seemingly too short, taught me a lot about life and friendship. Brownie seemed almost human through his interactions with this pre-adolescent boy, but he sometimes proved very much dog. Brownie would occasionally, in the middle of the night, bark in chorus with other dogs close by. Dad would holler from bed, “Dry that up, Brownie!� That usually sufficed. Once, Brownie came home with a huge gash above his right “eyebrow.� The gash was so deep that I could see the “meat� that covered his skull. Apparently he had been in a fight, I always imagined with another

Ronnie Mincey TEACHER TIME dog, the fight over courtship of a prize female. At least, for Brownie’s sake, I hope it was pleasant, and that the other dog looked worse. At any rate, Brownie soon healed, and all was well. Unfortunately, Brownie later caught “the mange.� Jack Warwick, our landlord, told Dad that Happy Jack mange medicine was a “sure-fire� cure. A couple of times a week, Dad would put on his rubber gloves “up to the elbow�, chain Brownie, and rub him down with Happy

Jack. That medicine was almost pure sulfur, and Brownie hated it. When released, Brownie would run to the hill across the creek and roll down it over and over, trying to remove the offensive medicine. After a few weeks, Brownie made a complete recovery. Though I don’t remember exactly when Brownie entered our family, I remember all too well when he left. When I was in eighth grade Brownie developed a cough that worsened daily. Dad took him to the vet, only to discover that Brownie had distemper. Not wanting him to suffer, Dad had him “put to sleep.� Dad never told me about Brownie’s death. I suppose he was trying to protect me as long as possible from the world’s realities. Dad let me think Brownie had “run off.� But even then I had the

Memories of England Some of my favorite basketball memories got a few drips on them from the death of Jimmy England.

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He was one of Tennessee’s all-time greats and the main man in one of the best games I ever saw. Pull up a chair. Allow me to tell you about it. Ray Mears’ Volunteers were the token opposition for the South Carolina season opener of 1969. Columbia was decked out in colorful flags and crepe-paper streamers. All seats had been sold far in advance. The Gamecocks were the No. 1 team in America. The betting line was 24 points. New York godfather Frank McGuire had assembled great talent. A trio of big men patrolled the paint.

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Great guard John Roche was the reigning Atlantic Coast Conference player of the year. This was a mismatch. No one gave the Vols a chance. Mears loved the setting. He had prepared. During the long pre-season, his team had refined a matchup zone. It was designed to dictate tempo and keep the crowd quiet. The home team wasn’t quite ready for what happened. Here is an indelible snapshot: South Carolina called an early timeout to discuss the Tennessee defense that was confusing Gamecock guards. Players stood off to the side as McGuire and two assistants discussed the dilemma. They couldn’t agree whether they were seeing man-to-man with zone tendencies or a partial zone that turned man at certain places or under certain circumstances. They wondered what were the keys. The timeout ended without the coaches reaching a conclusion. They shared no wisdom with the players. The staff was still talking, trying to figure it out, when the buzzer sounded and the teams returned to the floor. The game was tense throughout. Of course pressure peaked in the final minute. England hit two free throws when they really mattered. South Carolina got one last shot. Roche missed an off-balance jumper. Tennessee

won, 55-54. England had led the way to this shocking upset, scoring 20, handling the ball efficiently and hitting six foul shots down the stretch. Through the years, Mears often said such a clutch performance was exactly what he expected of England. The coach said he had never given any player as much responsibility as he loaded onto Jimmy’s shoulders that season. “I called on him to run the team at the point. He was our best shooter, so we had to get his 20 points. And when we ran up against a man like Pete Maravich, we handed him the defensive assignment of handling the other team’s best man.� England, 6-1 and 170, was drafted by the Chicago Bulls. He was plenty smart enough for the NBA but he wasn’t big enough, strong enough or fast enough. He was a UT student assistant coach for a season, a school teacher for a little while and then went into business, up through the ranks, spectacular advances through three companies, to president and chief operating officer of Suzanne Somers’ marketing conglomerate. The bright lights of Los Angeles were all around but he was so busy, he hardly noticed. Life was going great until July 2007. “Multiple myeloma,� said England. “Compression

Meet and Greet for James Acuff James Acuff, Republican primary candidate for state representative from District 35, will be at a hot dog fundraiser from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at Seven Springs Farm, 1474 Highway 61 E. in Maynardville. Hamburgers/hot dogs, soft drinks/tea and chips/beans will be available for a $25 donation.

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makings of a detective. I accidentally found Brownie’s chain in Dad’s coat pocket. I didn’t have the nerve to ask Dad, but Mother told me how Brownie died. Dad thought as long as he lived that I believed Brownie wandered away. The only thing left of Brownie after almost 40 years are my memories and one picture. Veda Moore brought Mother and me home from church one Sunday morning, and she took a Polaroid picture of us standing in the front yard. In the lower left corner sits Brownie, scratching his right ear, his back slightly turned toward the camera. Brownie came along at just that special time in life when everything was fresh. He made life so exciting and enjoyable. Brownie has been gone almost 40 years, and I miss him as much today as ever. I wish for every boy his very own, special “Brownie.� Next week, stories in pictures.

fractures of the spine. My life changed forever.� Of course he fought. He was a warrior. There were times he appeared to have won. Alas, it or some other cancer came back. So many memories before and after the Gamecocks: He almost won a state championship for Holston High. There was a UT season when he led the SEC in free-throw accuracy and assists. He once outscored big Dan Issel of Kentucky. Jimmy was a remarkable player, smooth, confident under duress, an athletic artist but never flamboyant. Strange that a panel of expert selectors somehow left him off the Tennessee allcentury team. They must not have seen him play. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com

Kroger seeks large art for new store The Kroger Company is seeking proposals from area artists for a large-scale indoor artwork to be located at the soon-to-be completed Kroger store in the Powell area at exit 112 off I-75. This 12.5-feet x 5-feet artwork will have high visibility and will be prominently displayed within the store. The artwork should use local references to evoke a creative, uplifting feeling that encourages community and celebrates the spirit of the neighborhood. The deadline for qualifications is Friday, July 1. The call is open to artists 18 years and older residing in the greater Knoxville area. Finalists will be chosen based on examples of work, experience and their connection to Powell/Knox County. Payment to the selected artist is $7,500. Info at: knoxalliance.com/ kroger/.

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Winstead is new Milan pastor By Shannon Carey The Rev. Jody Winstead has been on the job as Milan Baptist Church’s new pastor for about a month now, and he’s happy to see all the good things going on at his new church home. With Vacation Bible School just past and a mission trip coming up in July, life at Milan is busy this summer. “Every day is a God-given opportunity,� said Winstead. “We’re thankful for that opportunity every day to meet someone’s needs through the ministry. “I’m beginning to see what a wonderful light Milan Baptist Church has been for over 160 years. The volunteers, the youth, outreach, Vacation Bible School, they want to spread the love of Christ. It is a wonderful church family

The Rev. Jody Winstead of Milan Baptist Church excited about working and serving Christ Jesus.� Winstead grew up in Washburn, graduated from Washburn High School, and holds an associate’s de-

gree in Bible studies from Andersonville Theological Seminary in Georgia. He is working on a bachelor’s degree from the same school via distance learning. Winstead said he was just 17 when he was called into the ministry. A lifelong church-goer, “I just felt in my heart that there was a calling placed on my life,� he said. “It was a very scary move. I was nervous to take on such a tremendous responsibility, but God has just blessed me for many, many years.� His first post was Locust Grove Baptist Church in Grainger County. Then, he served as pastor at Community Baptist Church for 18 years before being called to Milan. A bi-vocational pastor, Winstead owns and oper-

ates a landscaping and lawn service. The flexibility of the job helps him be more available to the church for visitations and other needs. He and wife Aime have been married for 18 years. Right now, Winstead is focusing on getting established as a new pastor, which he said normally takes a couple of years. His only goal for now is to see church membership and Sunday school numbers grow. He said six people made declarations of faith at Vacation Bible School. The upcoming mission trip will head to Alabama to help a church affected by Hurricane Katrina. “I’m excited about what’s already taking place,� he said. “We’re just going to continue to pray and seek the will of God.�

Gibbs descendants do it right The Nicholas Gibbs Society held its annual meeting and fundraiser June 11 at the Nicholas Gibbs Historic Site on East Emory Road. Rebecca Longmire, wife of the society president Joe Longmire, provided a great presentation about the Battle of Horseshoe Bend in the War of 1812 where Nicholas Gibbs Jr. was killed. A cenotaph was placed at the homestead and at the Horseshoe Bend Memorial Park for him. His brothers made it back home, and descendants of the various lines were present. The attendee coming the greatest distance was from Alaska, and the nearest attendee lived just across the road. A descendant of Nicholas Gibbs’ brother, Abraham, was in attendance at age 101. In all, 78 persons attended. The slate of officers re-elected are: Joe Longmire, president; Ann Smith, vice president; and Sonja Collins, secretary-treasurer. There are about three acres of this site and a wonderful shady place to stroll. Since last year a pavilion has been constructed, and it is a wonderful place for the Gibbs gathering. The pot luck lunch worked out perfectly with a really nice variety and plenty of it. The society is now fundraising to add restrooms, a minikitchen and storage area to the pavilion. There are Nicholas Gibbs mugs, key

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rings, Christmas ornaments and vintage canning jars for sale to benefit this project. A CD of the “Nicholas Gibbs and His Descendants� book, published by the Nicholas Gibbs Society, is for sale. Tours of the home as well as the Perry-Gibbs Cemetery where Nicholas Gibbs is buried were available for everyone interested. Some years ago the property owners at the time added an attached kitchen and another room to the home, but these have been torn off in the restoration to the house’s original state. The house is wonderfully maintained and furnished with period pieces, although only a few pieces are original to the house. The grandfather of Nicholas Gibbs is said to have left England because of religious and political reasons and to save his head when King Charles I lost his in 1649. He went to Amsterdam, married and never returned to England. The family relocated along the Rhine River in Germany, and there Nicholas, father of Nicholas who came to America, was born Sept. 29, 1733, in the village of

SENIOR NOTES ■Union County Senior Citizens Center 298 Main St. Monday-Friday • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

â– Luttrell Seniors Luttrell Community Center, 115 Park Road

Info for all seniors groups: Melanie Dykes 9923292/992-0361

â– Sharps Chapel Seniors Sharps Chapel Community Bldg., 1550 Sharps Chapel Road

■Plainview Seniors Plainview City Hall, 1037 Tazewell Pike Meets each first Monday • 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Meets each third Monday • 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Wallruth, near the town of Krumbach, Duchy of Baden. Nicholas Gibbs born in Germany had two brothers – Peter and Abraham – and two sisters –Mary and Catherine. Nicholas came to America in 1747 at age14. Abraham had already relocated to America and settled in Fredericktown, Md. Nicholas, apparently upset with his father, left home with only 30 guineas (about $150). When he came to the ship, the ship’s captain told him that amount of money would only pay half the fare to America. However, Nicholas negotiated to work out the other half. After working out his debt, Nicholas served five years in the French & Indian War. During that time, his brother Abraham heard about him and sought to see him. Nicholas did not recall ever having seen Abraham, but his mother told him how to recognize Abraham by a scar or spot on Abraham’s head. Sure enough, he was able to recognize Abraham by his mother’s description, accepted him as his brother and moved near Abraham in Fredericktown. Legend has it that Nicholas didn’t care much for Abraham’s wife, left Maryland and settled in Orange County, N. C., where he married Mary Ephland. Some of their children were grown and married before Nicholas and Mary’s move to Tennessee. Nicholas sold his North Carolina property on Oct. 12, 1791, to Obed Green. Their daughter, Catherine, married John Holmes on Oct. 17, 1791, and it is believed that shortly after her marriage the Gibbs family moved to East Tennessee and settled in what is now Knox County. Continued to June 29

Keith Anderson holds five fingers to show the number of ways he’s descended from Nicholas Gibbs.

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Abba, Daddy And going a little farther, he threw himself on the ground and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him. He said, “Abba, Father, for you all things are possible; remove this cup from me; yet, not what I want but what you want.� (Mark 14: 35-36 NRSV.) Jesus, in his hour of dread and loneliness in the Garden, cried out to God, “Abba, Father.� All my life, I have thought that those words were interchangeable. Until I saw a rerun of an NCIS episode. In it, Ziva David, the beautiful Israeli who worked in the NCIS office, found her father dead. She ran to him, crying out “Abba! Abba!� It was then I realized that Abba is Aramaic, the familiar, intimate title for father, the equivalent of our Daddy. It made Jesus’ cry in the Garden of Gethsemane a thousand times more poignant. Jesus was calling God – his Father – “Daddy.� In his darkest hour, while he sweated blood, he called out for “Daddy.� It breaks my heart. Father’s Day is always sad for me. My brother and I lost our daddy so young. He lost the chance to see us grow up, to know his grandchildren, to spend years and years with our mother, who loved him steadfastly as long as she lived – 38 years as a widow. In the midst of these memories, I heard the horrific news of a mass shooting in Orlando. God only knows why a man would shoot all the people he could find, shattering lives, families, communities, goals and dreams. So now, there are more victims, more mourning relatives, more individuals – a whole city –that will never be the same again. What can we do? Pray? Certainly. Forgive? I hope we will all try. Move on? Do we have a choice?

FAITH NOTES ■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. ■Fairview Baptist Church, 7424 Fairview Road, will host Dr. Tim Lee speaking during the 9:20 and 11 a.m. services Sunday, July 3. Info: 687-5648 or fairviewbaptist.com.

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â– Mount Harmony Baptist Church, 819 Raccoon Valley Road NE, will host an outdoor gospel singing, 6 p.m. Sunday, June 26. Singers will include: Reba Kennedy, Tony Thomas and David West. Bring a chair. Will be held indoors if raining. Everyone invited.

VBS NOTES ■Heiskell UMC, 9420 Heiskell Road, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 9. Ages 4-15. Theme: “Submerged.�

Veterans sought Union County Mayor’s Office is currently accepting applications for plaques to be placed on the veterans’ wall. Info: 992-3061.

Sonja Collins is secretary/treasurer of the Nicholas Gibbs Society. Photos by S. Clark

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Food City staff (and kids) who helped with the store’s annual Kids’ Day are: (front) Ayden Wilkerson, Rebekah Lucy, Makayla Vandergriff, Caleb Hall, Sarah Lucy; (middle) Brenda Sweet discusses the importance of Madeline Lucy, Gabrielle Vantracking finances and bank account balances during a session of SEEK (Successful Employ- Bridget Calfee works with student Nicholas dergriff, Preston Hall; (third row) Matty Brasher, Chris ment Empowerment Kickoff ). Photos by R. White Collins on balancing a deposit account. Lucy; (back) Holly Brasher, Food City’s front end manager; Ginger Sanders, bakerydeli manager; Amber Hall, exclusive brands coordinator; Becky Vandergriff, front end manager; Austin Branson, Although school is out Brenda Sweet of Com- produce manager; and LeAnn for the summer, some stumercial Bank spoke about Ray, HBC coordinator. Photos by S. Clark dents in Union County have finances, saving, keeping Ruth had an opportunity to learn record of expenses. She led a White skills that will benefit them practice session for writing for years to come. checks and balancing a ledThe program is called ger. Although a majority of SEEK (Successful Employindividuals use debit cards By Sandra Clark ment Empowerment Kickat stores, Sweet walked Food City staff brought off) and is led by schoolShe described each job, through the check-writing to-work transition coach the skills needed, educa- process as many students their kids along to host the Bridget Calfee and Leanne tion required, job require- have no idea of the proper annual Kids’ Day in the Friebel. The objective is to ments and wages earned. way to write checks. She parking lot of the store on prepare students who may She also asked the students also had them record sev- Hwy. 33 in Maynardville. Fire trucks and emergennot choose college as a path questions to help them de- eral “deposits� on a ledger after high school and help cide the type of work they and then work through the cy vechiles were highlights them get ready for the work would like to do. “When transactions of withdrawals for the youngsters. There were watermelonworld after graduation. applying for a job, consider and payroll deposits. The 6-day program is whether you like to work Sweet touched briefly on eating contests for kids and funded by a grant, Calfee alone or with others. Do the many different services adults. Madeline Lucy won said. you like to work outside? offered at Commercial Bank the kids’ event. Her mom, Friebel first identified Are you a morning or night and provided students with Food City’s community coordinator four popular jobs – daycare, person? Do you prefer a some basic banking skills involvement retail/sales, landscaping fast-paced or a self-paced that are important in every- Chris Lucy, organized and managed the event. day life. and inventory stockers. environment?�

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Robert Jandina, a volunteer with the Paulette Fire Department, is all smiles after winning the watermelon-eating competition between law enforcement and firefighters.

Food City hosts kids Chantay Collins from the Maynardville Public Library was there with books and wise cracks. She said 150 kids already are signed up for the summer reading program. “You missed a great fundraiser for the Humane Society over at Seven Springs,� she said. “Several people got slushed.� “Slushed?� “Yes, they’ve installed a slushie machine.� Randy Turner, property assessor following the death

of Donna Jones, had a campaign tent and was handing out ice cream. Randy didn’t get sticky and nothing melted. He gave kids coupons for a free cone at McDonald’s, with his name and number discreetly stamped on the back. It was one campaign card no one threw down. Little League and youth football hosted sign-ups, while Pastor Jack Walker and folks from Union Baptist Church solicited participants for Vacation Bible School. All-in-all, a fun day.

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UNION COUNTY Shopper news • JUNE 22, 2016 • 7 Summer Reading participant Markus Wallace shakes hands with Dre Hilton as Hilton demonstrates how to make friends.

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Performer Dre Hilton leads kids at Luttrell Library’s Summer Reading program in singing “Yes I Can, Can.” Photos by S. Carey

Dre Hilton gives uplifting message By Shannon Carey Kids at Luttrell Library’s Summer Reading got a special treat June 14, as children’s performer Dre Hilton visited with a highenergy performance and a special message. “There are three things I tell

children,” he said. “The importance of dreaming big dreams. The importance of positive thinking, and the importance of getting a great education.” Hilton said he has started regular performances at the Grand Majestic Theater in Pigeon Forge.

The show, called “The Super Duper Show,” is $15 per child and free for parents. He also has a YouTube channel and a Charter television show. “Do any of you go to Luttrell Elementary School?” he asked. “I did a show there, and no lie that

was the best show I ever had in my life!” Hilton’s performance featured song and dance, including his most popular song, “Yes I Can, Can.” “Every once in a while, some mean person is going to come

along and say no you can’t,” he said. “But you remember that yes you can!” Library director Kim Todd said 94 children have registered for Summer Reading so far. Info: www.luttrelllibrary.org

Student art show honors Donna Jones The Art on Main Student Art Exhibit this year was renamed the Donna Jones Memorial Student Art Exhibit and Contest to honor the late Union County property assessor. The art show was held June 4, with 61 items submitted by middle and high school students. More than 200 people visited the display in the historic Dr. Carr Office building. Union County High School 10th grader Olivia Wynn won the People’s

Choice Award for her black and white human figure drawing. UCHS 11th grader Destini Thomas won High School Best of Show, and Dustin Crawford, 7th grade at Horace Maynard Middle School, won Middle School Best of Show. Winners in Color Items, High School were first place, Madison Booker; second place, Haley Johnson; third place, Emma Hickman; honorable mentions, Marcus Savage and Caleb

Rhodes. Winners in Color Items, Middle School were first place, Kelly Hunter; second place, Makenzi Stewert; third place, Morgan Johnson; honorable mention, Sam Vincent. Winners in Black and White, High School were first place, Olivia Wynn; second place, Bre Dunsmore; third place, Madison Booker. Winners in Black and White, Middle School were first place, Cheyanne Lawson; second place, Katelin

‘Big River’ coming to the Bijou The WordPlayers will present “Big River” July 1517 at the Bijou Theatre. The Tony award-winning Broadway musical is based on Mark Twain’s classic novel of the same name. In the timeless tale, Huck Finn discovers that Jim, a runaway slave, is a true friend. Huck has a pure heart, but because of his culture where slavery is the norm, he has an ill-trained conscience. In the struggle between heart and conscience, Huck’s heart prevails. Propelled by an awardwinning score from Roger Miller, “Big River” carries a strong message which is anti-slavery and anti-racism. The performance is suggested for ages 12 and up. Performances will be held 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 15; 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 16, and 3 p.m. Sunday, July 17. Admission is $21.50 ($17.50 seniors and students). Group discounts are available. Tickets are available in advance and at the door. The WordPlayers is a nonprofit company of Chris-

Brady Moldrup portrays Huck Finn and Dominic Gillette portrays Jim in the WordPlayers’ production of “Big River.” Photo submitted tian theatre artists based in Knoxville. Info: wordplay

ers.org, knoxbijou.com or 539-2490.

Free GED classes, tests available

TennCare Kids provides services

Anyone in Union County seeking to earn their High School Equivalency Diploma should sign up now for GED classes provided by Clinch Valley Adult Education. The state of Tennessee is currently paying all test fees for qualifying students. Free classes and resources are also available. Info/registration: Union County Adult Education, 992-0805.

TennCare Kids is Tennessee’s commitment to see that children and teens have the best start to a healthy life. TennCare Kids is a free program of check-ups and health care services for children from birth to age 21 who are TennCare eligible, including health history, complete physical exam, lab tests as appropriate, immunizations, vision and hearing screening, developmental and behavior screenings as appropriate, and advice on healthy living. Union Countians interested in the program should contact the Union County Health Department’s community outreach representative, Pam Williams. Info: 992-3867, ext. 131.

Head Start accepting applications Douglas Cherokee Head Start is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 school year. The child must turn 3 or 4 years old by Aug. 15. Info/application: Corryton/Luttrell or Paulette/Big Ridge, 992-4155; Maynardville or Rutledge area, 992-8146; Central Point and Bean Station area, 828-6123.

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Young-Molton; third place, Trinity Aslinger; honorable mention, Evan Bailey. Excellent prizes were donated by Dollywood, Jerry’s Artarama, Ripley’s Aquarium, Titanic Exhibit, Wonderworks, Bob and Carolyn Shields, and Eric and Gloria Holcomb. Students should pick up their entries from Property Assessor Randy Turner in the Union County Courthouse.

This painting by Union County High School student Destini Thomas won Best of Show in the Art on Main student art show.

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THROUGH SUNDAY, JUNE 26 “Charlie & the Chocolate Factory,� Knoxville Children’s Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performances: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Info/tickets: 208-3677; knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com; info@ childrenstheatreknoxville.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22 Bits ’N Pieces Quilt Guild meeting, 1 p.m., Community Center in Norris. “Sit and Sew,� 9:30 a.m.-noon before the meeting. Visitors and new members welcome. No July meeting; all invited to free quilt show that is part of the July 4th Norris Day Celebration. Info: Mary Jane Berry, 494-7841. Free introductory “Zumba Gold� class, 10:30 a.m., Take Charge Fitness Program, 1921 N. Charles Seivers Blvd., in Clinton. Zumba Gold is designed for active older adults. Info: 457-8237. International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

THURSDAY, JUNE 23 Excel 2013 certificate class, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E. Fifth Ave. Free class taught by Pellissippi State instructors. Learn new or upgrade old skills. Space limited; registration required. Info: Bill or Jackie, 524-5511. Hospitality Job Fair, 1-4 p.m., Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E. Fifth Ave. On-site interviews and applications with local employers in the hotel, convention and hospitality industries. Info: Bill or Jackie, 524-5511. “If You Build it, They Will Come,� 3:15-4:30 p.m., Humana Guidance Center, 4438 Western Ave. Presented by Master Gardener Amy Haun. Info: 3298892. Shakespeare for Kids, 4 p.m., Corryton Branch Library, 7733 Corryton Road. Presented by the Tennessee Stage Company; featuring “The Merry

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TUESDAY, JUNE 28

FRIDAY, JUNE 24

Teen Splatter Art Crafts, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. For teens 12-17. Info: 947-6210. Union County Library Board meeting, 2 p.m., Sharps Chapel Senior Center, 1550 Sharps Chapel Road. The Sharps Chapel Book Station will be discussed. The public is invited.

Annual fish fry, 5-7 p.m., Andersonville UMC, 3944 Andersonville Highway. Cost: adults, $7; children 12 and younger, $5. Meal includes all-you-can-eat fish, hushpuppies, slaw, fries, dessert and drinks. Proceeds will benefit youth scholarship fund. Concert in the Commons: Matt Honkonen, 7 p.m., The Norris Commons, the lawn in front of the Norris Middle School. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic basket. Info: Facebook. Ijams Nature Center presents “Can You Hear the Frogs?� 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 24-25 Daylily Bloom Festival, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Oakes Daylilies, 8153 Monday Road, Corryton. Info: oakesdaylilies.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 Burlington Summer Movie Saturdays: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,� 1:30 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Info: 525-5431. Community flea market, 8:30 a.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 1101 N. Broadway, Registration is open for vendors. Spaces are $10; vendors provide tables, etc. Registration deadline: June 17. Info: 5235687 or office@stjamesknox.org. Fourth Saturday Jam Session, 7 p.m., old Rush Strong School in Sharps Chapel. Free admission. Includes bluegrass, country and gospel music. Drinks and snacks available, donations appreciated. “If You Build it, They Will Come,� 10:30 a.m., Cedar Bluff Branch Library, 9045 Cross Park Drive. Presented by Master Gardener Amy Haun. Info: 4707033. Lego Club, 3 p.m., Halls Branch Library, 4518 E. Emory Road. Info: 922-2552. Saturday Stories and Songs: Melissa Mastrogiovanni, 11 a.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: 947-6210. Saturday Stories and Songs: Sarah Rysewyk, 11 a.m., Fountain City Branch Library, 5300 Stanton Road. Info: 689-2681. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038.

Computer Workshop: Word Basics, 2-4:15 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. Requires “Introducing the Computer� or equivalent skills. Registration required. Info/registration: 525-5431. Free introductory “Zumba Gold� class, 10:30 a.m., Take Charge Fitness Program, 1921 N. Charles Seivers Blvd., in Clinton. Zumba Gold is designed for active older adults. Info: 457-8237. International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.

THURSDAY, JUNE 30 Awesome Science with Dr. Al Hazari, 4 p.m., Mascot Branch Library, 1927 Library Road. Info: 9332620. Knoxville Zoomobile, 2 p.m., Powell Branch Library, 330 W. Emory Road. Info: 947-6210. Robotics @ the Library, 5 p.m., Burlington Branch Library, 4614 Asheville Highway. For teens ages 12-15. Info/registration: Nicole Barajas, nbarajas@knoxlib.org, or 525-5431.

SATURDAY, JULY 2 Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038.

SUNDAY, JULY 3 Pilot Fireball Moonlite Classic 5K and Little Firecracker Mile, 9 p.m., UT Vet School with the route running along Neyland Drive. Hosted by the Knoxville Track Club. Info/registration: ktc.org/RaceFireball. html; or Bo Saulsbury, bosaulsbury@gmail.com.

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MONDAY, JUNE 27 Awesome Science with Dr. Al Hazari, 11 a.m., Carter Branch Library, 9036 Asheville Highway. Info: 933-5438.

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