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October 19, 2016

A Final Memory Walk for Beth

BUZZ Winery celebrates one year The Winery at Seven Springs Farm and Seven Springs Farm to Table Store invites the community to a celebration of the winery’s one-year anniversary noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22. There will be free wine tastings, door prizes, music, food vendors, games and more. The winery is at 1474 Highway 61 East, Maynardville. Info: winerysevenspringsfarm.com.

Veterans to honor Civil War soldiers The Tri-County Veterans Honor Guard, along with VFW Post 8682 and American Legion Post 212, invites everyone to a ceremony honoring 12 unknown Civil War soldiers interred at Big Barren Cemetery on Little Valley Road. The ceremony with full military honors will be held 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. Veterans raised funds for a marker to place on the grave. The soldiers’ remains were moved to Big Barren from Lone Mountain and Sharps Chapel by TVA prior to the impoundment of Norris Lake. Civil War re-enactors especially are invited to attend. Info: Wade Jones, 865-659-9655.

Trick or treat at Willow Ridge Willow Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center, 215 Richardson Way, Maynardville, will host a safe trick-or-treat event for children. The Halloween party will be held 5-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, with residents handing out candy to youngsters. The community is invited to attend. Info: 865-992-5816.

UCBPA banquet upcoming The Union County Business and Professional Association will hold its annual banquet 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Union County Senior Center in Maynardville. Dinner will be catered by Pete’s Place, and an auction will follow dinner. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased at Maynardville Public Library.

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Leigh Ellington, senior development director for the Knoxville office of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, presents Janet Holloway with 65 red roses, “plus a pink one for your angel.� The tradition of 65 roses comes from children’s difficulty in pronouncing “cystic fibrosis.�

By Carol Z. Shane Beth Holloway, who died at age 29 in 2008, lived all of her short life with cystic fibrosis. “She pretty much led a normal life right up until the very last part,� says her mom Janet, who owns and runs Janet’s Hair Salon in Maynardville. “She loved sports. The doctors didn’t know for sure if she could do them, but she did. “She was just Beth.� Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder passed from parent to child. At the time of Beth’s gestation and birth, her parents, Janet and the late Bill Holloway, had no idea they were carriers. “You don’t know till it happens,� says Holloway. For the past seven years, she has organized an Annual Memory Walk for Beth to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Her original goal was $100,000. Over the years, her efforts have raised $85,000, and this, the final event, was expected to fulfill the goal. Beth, who also loved animals, had a special pet:

a boxer named Molly. The furry companion became ill about the same time that Beth started to decline, and the dog passed away. The Christmas before she died, Beth was asked what she wanted for a present. She wanted another boxer, she said. Her mom was reluctant. After all, Beth would probably not be around to raise the dog. But Janet followed through, and Sally joined the family. Beth died that following spring. But Sally is still here, and she knows who her owner is. Affectionate and playful, she sticks close to Janet. “She did it for me,� Janet says of Beth’s last Christmas request. “Sally is my best buddy.� More photos on page 6

Beth Holloway, the “angel� of the event.

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Oak Grove School considered for library site

structure. By Shannon Carey “This is not a fly-by-night project,� she said. “We are thrilled to think A five-year project of Preservation Union County could become that this building will be used as a book station.� the site of a new library for Sharps Chapel. Commission chair Gary England asked that UpFor many years, Sharps Chapel has been served ton and commissioner Kenny Hill meet with by a book station housed in a portable building Bullen and Peters about the project before near the Sharps Chapel Senior Center. Now, the next budget meeting. although Union County Commission was England appointed a committee to considering construction of a new limeet with representatives from the city brary and ambulance building, Presof Maynardville about applying for a ervation Union County is offering the grant to fund a splash pad at Wilson mostly restored Oak Grove School Park. The county was turned down as a possibility. for the grant and cannot reapply The ambulance, said commisuntil 2018, but the city could resioner Chris Upton, could be apply in spring of 2017. One comhoused in an extra bay at Sharps missioner from each district will Chapel Volunteer Fire Departserve on the committee, includment. ing Janet Holloway, Bob Bowers, Betty Bullen and Bonnie PeBill Cox, Doyle Welch, Chris Upters of Preservation Union County ton, Jonathon Goforth and Wayne spoke at the Oct. 11 commission Roach. England proposed a meeting meeting. They said the restoration of date of 7 p.m. Oct. 27. Oak Grove School is almost complete. The commission approved Roads Originally built in 1935 by the WPA, the Superintendent David Cox’s request to two-room school lacks insulation, outside purchase three dump trucks for just over painting, some finish work in the kitchen $280,000. Cox will pay the debt out of and bathroom, and a roof. However, the existing highway department budget the roof is already partially funded by with no additional tax dollars. Payments a grant, and some paint has been doBetty Bullen and Bonnie Peters of Preservation Union will be $60,000 per year over four years nated. A grant has also been secured for County discuss the restored Oak Grove School building as with an initial $60,000 payment. a new HVAC unit. a possible site for a library in Sharps Chapel. Photos by S. Carey England said he went with Cox to inBullen showed professional bluespect the trucks. prints and schematics for the construction and wiring. She said the wiring was designed with the idea that the building would become a community center, library or similar civic To page 2

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UCBPA boosts center, hears economic development message By Shannon Carey

Last month, the Union County Business and Professional Association allocated $250 to help a worthy cause and challenged members to help as well. The Union County Family Resource Center, which provides assistance for students and families in need, had a specific need with the start of the school year: underwear. The UCBPA took up the charge, and members added their own donations. All told, the group donated almost $400 worth of underwear to the center during the UCBPA meeting Oct. 11. “I’m very happy,� said UCBPA board member Gail Corum. “We thank you for your Paulette Volunteer Fire Department Chief Daniel Rice service and all the wonderful things you do at the From page 1 Family Resource Center,� Corum told Martha War“They are brand new, PVFD to complain,� said wick, who was on hand to nice trucks, ready to put on Rice. “We are asking $6.25 accept the donations. the road,� per month to provide qualsaid Eng- ity fire protection. We are ■Mentors needed Ben Sterling of tnland, add- still a nonprofit organizaing that the tion. None of our staff is Achieves asked UCBPA members highway de- paid, and we do respond all to consider par tment’s over the county.� volu nte e r A member of the audience oldest dump ing as mentrucks are spoke, claiming that his car tors for unsafe and was stolen and wrecked, students c on s t a nt ly and PVFD responded even Kern Elkins heading to being re- though there was no fire. He college on said he received a $950 bill paired. the scholar“He can take what he’s afterwards. ship. About Rice said the statement Ben Sterling spending on those old 30 voluntrucks and make half this was untrue, and he is willing to reduce the bill if he teers are needed for Union payment,� said England. Upton made the motion would start paying mem- County High School seniors, to approve and was second- bership dues. Rice added and right now the program ed by Roach. The motion that he will waive dues if the has just six. Sterling said the mentorwas approved unanimously. person is indigent or unable ship program is a smaller Sparks flew as Kern El- to pay. “All they have to do is call time commitment than kins addressed the commission about a grievance with me, and I’ll waive the mem- most people realize, but it can have a huge impact on Paulette Volunteer Fire De- bership fee,� he said. County Attorney David students, many of whom partment. Elkins said community members are call- Myers said Paulette resi- are low-income or firsting him to complain about dents who are dissatisfied generation college students. PVFD’s dues system and with PVFD’s service should Mentors have five to seven billing for non-members. be “proactive citizens,� hold students and will commuMembers of PVFD were meetings and “take it back.� nicate with them for about in attendance, and Chief The county was divided one hour per month each Daniel Rice said Elkins’ into five fire districts 20-30 through a combination of speech was inappropri- years ago, he said, each with phone, email and face-toate since PVFD is a private jurisdiction over its own face meetings. Mentors act as a resource organization that does not district. “You have a right to par- for students, encouraging currently receive county funds. ticipate in a fire depart- them and reminding them of important dates and “They need to come to ment,� he said. deadlines. “Really, the term ‘coach’ is more appropriate,� said Sterling. “You operate from 30,000 feet to get these stuMissing dock from the Island F area of Norris Lake since late July dents from high school to college.�

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The Union County Business and Professional Association donated nearly $400 worth of children’s underwear to the Union County Family Resource Center to be given to children in need. Pictured with some of the donations are board members (front) Gail Corum, Alicia Lucy; (back) Chantay Collins, Marilyn Toppins and Martin Shafer. Photos by S. Carey

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year in the journal Neural Plasticity. Dr. Cassandra Fairest, a chiropractor and spokesperson for the NZCA, said “The focus of chiropractic care is on the health and integrity of the nervous system. The health and function of the spine affect the entire nervous system. We already know that the spinal cord is an integral part of the central nervous system and processes information just like parts of the brain.� Talk with your chiropractor about studies that have shown the value of chiropractic treatment. Presented as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, Tenn. 992-7000

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ficers. While there are no volunteers for president at the moment, newly elected vice president Martin Shafer will serve in that role until a president is found. Alicia Lucy was elected secretary, and Gail Corum will continue as treasurer. Gina Buckner and Agnes Abella will serve two-year terms on the board, and Brenda Sweet and Cindy Wyrick will serve one-year terms on the board. The UCBPA annual banquet will be held 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Union County Senior Center in Maynardville. Tickets are $35, available at Maynardville Public Library. Food will be catered by Pete’s Place, and an auction will follow. Nominations are being sought for Union County Man and Woman of the Year, to be awarded at the annual banquet. Email nominations to hitnmis@ earthlink.net by Tuesday, Oct. 24.

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Starting a ‘HABIT’ with 4-H

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By Shannon h Carey The Union County 4-H Companion Animal program was born out of a student’s love for pets. Now 10 students strong, the program wants to share animals’ unconditional love with the community by starting a chapter of HABIT, Human and Animal Bond in Tennessee, right here in Union County. HABIT is a UT-based effort to certify pet owners to take their pets into schools, hospitals and nursing homes, places where people can benefit from the calming presence of a loving pet. Tasha O’Mary and Dr. Shannon Wilson are leaders of the 4-H Companion Animal program. Wilson, a licensed clinical psychologist, can attest to the benefits of HABIT animals. “There’s lots of research that shows how good it is emotionally and psychologically to interact with animals,� Wilson said. People in nursing homes or hospitals who don’t get a lot of visitors can feel relief from anxiety for a time after interacting with an animal. Students who are learning to read find reading to an animal less stressful than reading to a human. And the volunteers get a lot out of the HABIT program, too. Wilson said interacting with animals, combined with doing something good for the community, is very beneficial. 4-H students have already begun fundraising to bring HABIT to Union County. A bake sale at Tractor Supply raised $350 to offset facility and testing fees. But HABIT Union County won’t just be for 4-Hers. The entire community is encouraged to take part, regardless of age. Those who volunteer to take their pets

Learn to sew at Luttrell Library Luttrell Library sewing student Kiley McBee shows one of two circle skirts she created. Anyone age 9 and up may schedule an individual sewing class at the library. The student usually completes a beginner or intermediate project within two or more scheduled classes, according to librarian Kim Todd. Info or to schedule: 992-0208. Photo submitted

Susannah and Nicholas Wilson visit Ijams Nature Center with pets Kishi and Sadie. The students are active in the 4-H Companion Animal program and hope to lend their efforts to getting a HABIT chapter started in Union County. Photo submitted into HABIT locations must undergo training to do so. “The more the merrier,� said Wilson. “We would love to see this project in all the schools, all the libraries, and in the nursing homes. Everybody benefits from animals.� Wilson and her kids, Susannah and Nicholas, are pet lovers. Susannah hopes to become a HABIT volunteer with Kishi, what Shan-

non calls a “side-of-theroad dog.� Kishi is named after the Japanese goddess of balance and compassion. In addition to getting the HABIT program off the ground, 4-H Companion Animal students enjoy monthly programs like grooming, exotic pets, make-your-own pet treats and info on service animals. They meet 3:30 to 5 p.m. every third Thursday, at

the UT Extension Office in Maynardville. In addition, the group volunteers at the Union County Humane Society 9-11 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Those interested in HABIT should attend the next meeting, set for 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at the UT Extension Office. Info: Shannon Wilson, 865-640-6967, or Tasha O’Mary, 865-249-4377.

Industry Day for Leadership Union County Leadership Union County class members Jake McCullough, Gail Corum, Megan Beeler and Earl J. Loy don hardhats as they prepare to tour Carmeuse Lime and Stone in Luttrell. The tour was part of Industry Day for the class. Debbie Perry organized the tour, and Carmeuse provided lunch. After lunch, the class received a tour of Seven Springs Farm and Winery courtesy of Rick and Donna Riddle. Photo submitted

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“For rulers are not a cause of fear to good conduct, but to evil.� (Rom 13:3)

The Presidential election season of 2016 is almost over. Whatever happens, there will be a new President. Some people will be happy and some people will Fr. Steve Pawelk be sad. Yet, what happens after the election? Paul writes in Romans, Chapter 13 about the Christians approach to authority. God’s hand is present in civil authority. A particular leader may be a sign that the nation needs purification or a sign of hope for the future. Yet, we are to respect whoever is selected by the citizenship as our leader. Sometimes this is very hard to do, especially if one feels the winner of the Presidency does not hold your values or promote your policies. I have heard fears from supporters of both candidates about what might happen based on who might win. Paul warns us that fear is not a cause to good conduct. In other words, whatever happens we must conduct ourselves worthy of the name of Christ. In particular, Christians should lead the efforts to unite our nation after this election. Our manner should help unite and not add to division. KN-1301663

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Hart says Barnes is the man

It followed me home

It was Friday, Dec. 4, 1992. My entire body ached, and I spent the afternoon standing in one spot, leaning on a stack of science books while teaching the Weekly Reader. All I wanted to do was survive the day so I could go home and lie down. When I stumbled through the door, I saw my nephew Joe. On my way to the couch, I paused long enough to tell Joe to sit down and do his best to convince me he was not there. He lovingly complied. All was well until the phone call from Kroger’s. Joe’s mother, my sister Anna Mae, had fallen at work. Joe and I arrived to discover she had slipped in spilled cooking oil and seriously injured her arms. The trip to the emergency room at the old St. Mary’s revealed she had broken both elbows. Joe and I sat in the waiting room forever until I decided I would die if I didn’t move. We went back to see Anna Mae. On the way I passed a gurney. It took every ounce of willpower not to lie down; the only thing that prevented me was fear I would pass out and be wheeled off somewhere for who knows what. Struggling onward, we found Anna Mae sitting on a bed while both her arms were being put into casts up to her biceps. Upon release, I drove her and Joe home and turned them over to my sweet niece, Penny. Rarely have I ever been so grateful to get to bed. By this time I had self-diagnosed myself with the flu. I felt better on Saturday, so

Ronnie Mincey TEACHER TIME much better on The Lord’s Day that I took the North Knoxville Tour of Homes. A look back at my 19921993 grade book shows there was no school on Monday, Dec. 7. It would not have mattered to me had there been. By then bumps had appeared, and I discovered what had followed me home the previous Friday: chicken pox! What an insult – to have escaped this plague in second grade, only to have it attack with a vengeance at age 27! I called Carolyn Collins to substitute for me on Tuesday, asking her to worry about nothing but social studies. When she asked why, I told her, “I’m contagious and can’t come in to make out lesson plans!� A mother called to tell me why her son was absent on Tuesday – chicken pox! I told her not to worry, I had them too! It had to be the hand of God that caused the school’s furnace to hack its last gasp of soot, because it died and had to be replaced. The last day of school at Luttrell was on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 1992, the only day I missed due to chicken pox. Students did not return to school until Monday, Jan. 4, 1993. Next week I’ll share something about how I passed my time away from school, thanks to the pox.

While football takes a rest, Tennessee basketball is speeding toward Nov. 11 and the opening game against Chattanooga. A historical tidbit is hiding in that forthcoming engagement. Peyton Woods, 6-3 guard, plays for the Mocs. He is the son of Rodney and Cynthia Woods of Monticello, Kentucky. Rodney, point guard and captain under Ray Mears, was Peyton’s coach in high school. Peyton is named for you know who. Just like the other Peyton, this Peyton is very smart. He was a 4.0 student at Wayne County and is honor roll in college. He hit the fourth-most threepoint shots in Kentucky high school history. He has, so far, hit 14 of 30 in college. Chattanooga, an NCAA tournament team last season, projects as the best in the Southern Conference, if that is what it is still called. The Mocs, blessed with a veteran squad, added a big junior college muscleman. I don’t even want to think about the fallout if the Vols lose the opener. We are told to have no fear. Dave Hart, Tennessee vice chancellor and director

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of athletics (on a retirement path), seeks to reassure Volunteer faithful that all is well or soon will be in Big Orange baskets. He speaks of stability, obviously improved after coaches wore out the revolving door. Hart says he found the right person to take Tennessee forward. “I’m very, very excited that Rick Barnes is our basketball coach.� Barnes also speaks optimistically. He says this team is more talented than last year’s (15-19, most losses since 1994). Barnes said the Vols are already better on defense. More depth (six freshmen) matters. The coach has noticed the relative inexperience. “We are young,� he said. He mentioned persuading the rookies to grow up in a hurry. Fans seem skeptical. Season ticket sales are drag-

ging. Attendance was down last year (for the seventh in a row) and there isn’t all that much to get excited about. Well, there was a recruiting visitor, 6-10 Zach Kent, three-star from Blair (N.J.) Academy. Robert Hubbs is the primary in-house attraction. He worked in the off-season on a maturity plan. If he indeed grows up, provides leadership, takes the ball to the rim now and then, gets some rebounds and improves on defense, he will be the Vols’ main man. Barnes prodded Hubbs from the start of last season to do more and better. This is his last chance to be the star. Say a prayer. If the coach permits, Detrick Mostella might be the other go-to gunner. Shembari Phillips, 6-3, started the last 11 games last season and climbed above average in three-point accuracy. Admiral Schofield, 6-4 or more, ended up resident gladiator. He will battle on the boards. The Vols have a point guard or three for a change. Lamonte Turner, Jordan Bone and Kwe Parker are said to be capable. Barnes

says Turner would have started last season had he been eligible. Bone is a “pure� point recruit. Parker has been a surprise in practice. He can jump. Hmmm, he might be able to guard a guard. Projections say the Vols have wings but the post position remains vacant. Fifthyear transfer Lew Evans isn’t as big as advertised, 6-7 instead of 6-9, and is a wing at heart. Grant Williams was 6-7 in high school but is now 6-5. John Fulkerson, 6-7, is not particularly strong but seems willing. Tall Canadian Kyle Alexander has undoubtedly improved but coaches seem restrained in discussing expectations. In several or many games, the Vols will again be at a disadvantage inside. In numbers, freshmen are the team strength. In theory, Jordan Bowden, Jalen Johnson, Williams, Bone, Parker and Fulkerson are the future. Some will have to play now. Johnson, Parker and Williams are from North Carolina. Fulkerson prepped there. Four ACC schools in the state overlooked them. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com.

Musings from the Museum

The 37th Annual Fall Homecoming convened last week at the Museum of Appalachia. I always get a new or revisited education. Here is Agnes Hutchison’s recipe for chicken and dumplins for a crowd. First, don’t buy a rooster. A rooster doesn’t, according to Agnes, make good dumplins. Buy and cook a whole hen. Agnes cooks hers overnight in a crock pot. Let it cool, and after it cools, pick the bones and pull the chicken into small pieces. Agnes cooks the bones and skin a second time and strains them into a really large pot, approximately 12 inches diameter and about 10 inches deep, to make broth. She adds salt to taste to

Norris Lake calendar to boost church building fund Scenes like the one pictured at right are what you will find in the 2017 Norris Lake Calendar by Julie Leniz. The calendar features professional photos of the lake at all seasons. Calendars are available for purchase at Food City in Maynardville, Li’l Jo’s BBQ, Shabby Chic 33 Boutique, Union County Chamber of Commerce and Commercial Bank. Proceeds will go to the building fund for St. Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Church, formerly Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church, in Maynardville. Photo submitted

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cross currents Lynn Pitts, lpitts48@yahoo.com

A spider’s house Their confidence is gossamer, a spider’s house their trust. (Job 8: 14 NRSV) She found the most astonishing sight of all, a cobweb strung between two posts, she hardly dared breathe for fear of disturbing it, a thousand drops of water gleaming in the tension of its fragile hold. The pattern perfect, each drop of water shining clear, round, holding all light within it, something that would only stay miraculous if she did not disturb, did not touch so much as one sticky thread. And she marveled at the cunning of the spider, a creature she did not much like. (“Light,” Eva Figes) Union County historian Bonnie Peters is interested in identifying this family. They are believed to be Stooksburys relocated due to the impoundment of Norris Lake. If you can identify this family, contact Bonnie at bhpeters@att.net. Photo submitted

Musings the dough into strips. Drop the strips one at a time into the boiling broth that has been reheated. Gently stir as needed to get the dumplins to cook evenly. Agnes lets people add black pepper as they choose. I’ve never made that large a quantity, so use your own judgment about the pepper. Add the chicken back to the broth and dumplins, and enjoy. Gilliland’s cobbler pie and country ham are still favorites at the homecoming. The weather was wonderful all four days. Union County musicians of note were Stuart Wyrick, who played in both the Dale Ann Bradley Band and with Flashback, Earl Bull playing with Clinch Valley Bluegrass both on stage and in the shade, and Sarah Morgan, our national champion dulcimer player, who entertained and also worked the gift shop during the festival. At these gatherings, authors discuss such important topics as the meaning of the saying, “Be the Good Lord willing and the creek don’t rise.” Quita Northcutt, artist, said she had heard that rath-

From page 4 er than a creek flooding that the phrase referred to the Creek Indians. Well, who knows? I began research and found pages of opinions. One writer attributes the phrase to a man named Benjamin Hawkins, and the phrase would be correctly written as “God willing and the Creek don’t rise,” if he were referring to the Creek Indians. If the Creek “rose,” Hawkins would have to be present to quell the rebellion. This writer says Hawkins, a collegeeducated and well-written man, would never have made a grammatical error by not capitalizing the word “Creek,” if it is a reference to the Creek Indians. He says he has examined digital copies of texts written by Hawkins and he never refers to the Creek Indians as “the creek.” Hawkins wrote the words in response to a request from President Thomas Jefferson to return to Washington, D. C. The author believes that the phrase is somewhere in Hawkins’ preserved writings at the Georgia Historical Society in Savannah. So, if that’s the case we’re back to

the East Tennessee version that if the water gets over the foot log, we must go to Plan B. For anyone who wants to read about it, there are pages of discussion on the internet, one of which is Dr. Goodword’s blog. For those who would like an update on John Rice Irwin, the Museum’s founder, he is pretty well. He was clean-shaven, starched, ironed and coiffured and signing books at the information tent, as well as visiting with old friends including Billy Kennedy of Ireland, who has been a regular at the Homecoming for years. I missed seeing Jack Williams, Lucille Wright and Sweet Potato Man, although Walter Lambert told me he ran into Sweet Potato Man on Sunday. I have included a photo of an unidentified family, which I circulated at the homecoming. This family is believed to be Stooksburys relocated due to the impoundment of Norris Lake. If you can identify this family, please contact me. Contact Bonnie Peters at bhpeters@att.net.

McCarter named pastor at Texas Valley Baptist Church By Jake Mabe They’re rebuilding, literally and figuratively, at Texas Valley Baptist Church since a fire destroyed the sanctuary in 2015. Construction began on the new building last June. And, three weeks ago, the church named Bill McCarter as its new pastor. McCarter may be a familiar face to some Shopper readers. He served as student pastor and as a preaching pastor at Clear Springs Baptist Church for seven years beginning in 2006 and as associate pastor at Graveston Baptist Church for two years. He also taught pastors in the Northern Midland Baptist Association for seven years out of its former location in Maynardville. He’d been Texas Valley’s interim pastor for several months and says he’s right where God wants him to be. “The congregation here, they loved us and really captured my heart,” McCarter said.

McCarter moved around a lot as a child whose father was in the military, spending several years in Germany. He came to UT to study chemical engineering. “I was saved when I was 18 at Burnett’s Creek Baptist Church in South Knoxville, and that’s where my Bill McCarter wife went to church.” From there, McCarter served as a bivocational pastor (meaning he worked a day job as well) at Seven Islands Baptist Church and eventually left his engineering job to take a fulltime pastorate for a while. He earned a master’s degree in divinity from Southern Seminary in 2004 and has gone back to work in his field in Oak Ridge. Construction continues on the new church building. McCarter says

it’s scheduled to be finished by next summer. “And we’ve still got the top of the old steeple, which we’ll put on the new church.” He says Texas Valley is focused on rebuilding its congregation, too. “They’ve lost some folks, and it’s an older congregation. We’re praying that God will send us some growth and new people and new families. We’ll have a new building, then we’ll see God fill it. I’m excited about what the future holds. I think God’s going to do some great things here.” McCarter and wife Tawnya have three children. Jacob is a UT student, Tess is a student at Lee University in Cleveland, Tenn. and Wyatt is a sophomore at Powell High School. The McCarters live in Powell. “If anybody wants to know anything about me, I just love Jesus, man,” he said. “I just want to tell people about Him.”

It was an early morning, one of the first really cool mornings, when I first saw the web. The spider had spun her magic in the fence, and the dew had fallen on it, still hanging, in fact, like so many diamonds. I stopped to marvel at the web’s beauty, its intricacy, its fragility. Ms. Spider was not at home at the moment, so I didn’t worry about frightening her (or vice versa, for that matter). I looked at the web’s symmetry, its delicate strands attached to the white wood, the strength of its geometry. I spared a thought to the tardiness of the spider’s building efforts. I think of late August and early September as the time frame for spider webs, so I was surprised to find this lovely architecture here in mid-October. I was in the midst of reading Eva Figes’ novella “Light,” a book that recounts a day in the life of Claude Monet, that master Impressionist, who chose not to paint water lilies or fields of flowers, so much as the light surrounding them. The slim volume is an Impressionist’s study of light and shadow, and how those opposites illumine, highlight, hide, gild, warm, shade or bless everything they touch. From summer to winter, from light to darkness, the cycles of the world go on and on. Just so, with our own lives. There are days of brightness and days of shadow. There are days of laughter and joy, and days of mourning and sadness. There are days of toil and days of rest. There are days of strife and days of peace. There are days of accomplishment and days of stillness. All are important to us, needful for us. The writer of Ecclesiastes said it so powerfully: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” It is important – no, imperative – during the hard seasons that we remember the days of light. We must carry that memory in our hearts the way our pioneer foremothers banked the hearth fires at night, the way bulbs hold in the darkness the heat they will need to bloom in the spring. Likewise – and strangely, this is harder – during the bright days, the warm, shining days, we must remember that there will be darkness again, part of the rhythms of life. That is when we depend on memory, to be able to envision the future, for, as Figes writes, “Memory holds the shining bubble, bright with the newborn glory of the world.”

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.

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Growing stronger with Shane Vandergriff

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By Seth Norris How about you go be something? Why don’t you go do something awesome instead of watching people be awesome? These are the questions Corryton resident Shane Vandergriff lives by. Vandergriff, a physical education teacher at Horace Maynard Middle School in Union County, and a trainer on the side, has his sights set on owning his own gym. Vandergriff has been intrigued about “pushing his body’s limits” since he was a toddler. At age 5, he was showing off his ability to do 20 push-ups to extended family. At age 7, he was learning to control his body on gymnastics bars and rings that his parents put in the yard. Many people refer to such activity as fitness. Simply put, being physically fit and healthy. To Vandergriff, it’s more than just “fitness.” “I am into pursuing the strongest, best, most vibrant version of myself,” said Vandergriff, “To accept a weaker version of ourselves is to deny the world our potential greatness.” When Vandergriff isn’t teaching, he is training. He started out with a small group of athletes, and now it’s transitioned into working with sports like basketball and softball at Union County High School. He even does boot camp classes for women. He wants to help people realize their passion, purpose, and vision. “Having my own gym allows me to create a community,” said Vandergriff, “And empower others and myself through the building of relationships.”

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Shane Vandergriff of Corryton is growing his own personal training business while teaching at Horace Maynard Middle School and training student athletes. Photo by S. Norris For the regular “I’ll do it tomorrow” person, it can be hard to find the time to work out and start making a stronger you. Vandergriff says it’s about scheduling. If you have time to watch a series on Netflix, you have time get a workout in. Some people also struggle with motivation to get in the gym regularly, but that’s not what it’s about for Vandergriff. “Motivation is temporary, but commitment is what keeps people going,” said Vandergriff. “Make a plan, find a way to hold yourself accountable, and a way to reward yourself in a positive way.” The ultimate reward for Vandergriff would be to leave a legacy. The ultimate goal is to have his own gym with multiple facets. Whether it’s having a life coach, going crazy work-

ing out, or even reading a book in the gym to help better yourself, he has a lot he wants to achieve in his gym. Right now, in addition to teaching and training athletes, he is working out of a gym in his house. Google and many other big companies got their start out of garages with their sights set high. Vandergriff is no different as he aims toward finishing his own website, working on writing and selling training programs, establishing a blog, and producing video and podcasts for the future of what he calls “StrongerU Gym.” “Ultimately, I want to continue to grow StrongerU Gym and its members into a community where people come together to become the strongest version of themselves.” Info: shanevandergriff@ gmail.com

These smiling teens at the registration table are (front) Austin Lay, Savanna Russell, Patty Beaudette; (back) Lexie Harrelson and Raley Smith. “Let’s get my better half over here,” says Janet Holloway (right) of her companion, James Heiskell. With them is Sally, the boxer dog that Beth received as her last Christmas present.

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS ■ Boo! At the Zoo!, 5:30-8 p.m., Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 20-23. Tickets: $9, children under 4, free. Info/tickets: 637-5331, zooknoxville.org, zoo ticket office during regular zoo hours. ■ Fall Fest, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, Central Baptist Church Fountain City, 5364 N. Broadway. Trunk-or-Treat, cake walk, games and more.

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TennCare Kids provides services 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.

SCHOOL NOTES

HMMS names students of the month

■ Paulette Elementary PTO Pumpkin Palooza, 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at the school, 1001 Maynardville Highway, Maynardville. Admission is free but for a small fee there will be carnival games, crafts, bounce house, cake walks, haunted house, concessions and hayrides. Live auction for themed baskets.

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Horace Maynard Middle School faculty and staff recently announced the students of the month for September, chosen for scholarship and citizenship. They are (front) sixth-graders Alexis Shepherd, Chloe Lefevers, Patrick Middleton; (middle) seventhgraders Cayden Brown, Justin Hickman, Jeremiah Williams and Dakota Burgess; (back) eighth-graders Sydney Shupperd, Kaley■ One-on-one classes are Ann Tanner and Joseph Nicley. Photo submitted

available by appointment for those wanting to learn how to use computers and other devices. For appointment: 992-7106.

Smoky Mountain 4-H elects officers

■ The Maynardville Public Library is located at 296 Main St. Info: 992-7106, maynard villepubliclibrary.org or on Facebook.

Luttrell inducts Junior Beta Club

Luttrell Elementary School held its National Junior Beta Club induction cereThe Smoky Mountain 4-H Homeschool Club held its first two meetings of the new school year at Big Ridge State mony on Oct. 6. Pictured are newly inducted 2016-2017 members, (front) HanPark. New officers include vice president Emmaline Jenkins, host Mickael Hirsch, hostess Jessica Collins, presi- nah Leonard, Kylie McBee, Brooklyn Forester, Rebecca Boynton, Caiden Miles, dent Joshua Sherritze, sergeant at arms Joanna Kadron, secretary Jeremiah Kadron, reporter Jeremiah Tindell, Zachary Parks, Christian Stallsworth; (back) Anthony Parker, principal Sonja scrapbook chair Jonathon Tindell, sergeant at arms Kaleb Hanna. Not pictured are reporter Allyson Hanna and Saylor, Landyn Ferry, club sponsor Lei Faust, Tanner Jones, Aleigha Corum, recreation leader James Smith. The next meeting, the 4-H poster contest, will be held Nov. 8, at Revival Vision Brooklyn Muncey, Nicholas Wilson, club sponsor Steva Bates, instructional faChurch. Photo submitted cilitator Stacy Smith. Photo submitted

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WEDNESDAY, OCT. 19 Union County Humane Society spay-neuter clinic. Dogs, $60; cats, $35. Vaccinations, $10 each. Appointment: 992-7969.

THURSDAY, OCT. 20 Plainview 7th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Plainview Community Center. Info: 992-5212.

FRIDAY, OCT. 21 Clogging class hosted by the Sharps Chapel Book Station, 6-8 p.m., Sharps Chapel Senior Building, 1542 Sharps Chapel Road. Professional clogger will teach the class; bring shoes appropriate for clogging, no flip flops or tennis shoes. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone welcome. Paulette Elementary PTO Pumpkin Palooza, 6-9 p.m., 1001 Maynardville Highway, Maynardville. Admission is free but for a small fee there will be carnival games, crafts, bounce house, cake walks, haunted house, concessions and hayrides. Live auction for themed baskets. Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Luttrell Public Library, 115 Park Road, Luttrell. Info: 992-0208.

SATURDAY, OCT. 22 Benefit ride to assist Jonathan Miles with medical expenses, Li’I Jo’s BBQ in Maynardville. Registration, 9:30 a.m.; kickstands up, 11 a.m. Fee: $20 for motorcycle, car or truck. Other activities include: live music, door prizes, live auction, raffle. Info: Bruce Miles, 992-8678, or Mary Beth Miles, 256-8678. Fall festival, 1 p.m., Clear Branch Baptist Church,1300 Tazewell Pike. Everyone welcome. Fourth Saturday Jam Session, 7 p.m., Old Rush Strong School, Sharps Chapel. Bluegrass, country and gospel music performed by local musicians. Free. Snacks available, donations appreciated. Everyone welcome. Harvest Celebration, Thorn Grove Baptist Church, 10200 Thorn Grove Pike. Includes: country

fi xins’ breakfast, 7 a.m.; live auction, 10 a.m.; lunch, 11 a.m.; silent auction, baked and canned goods, gift shop, crafters and vendors, children’s activities, door prizes, live music. Info: 933-5771 or office@tgbchurch.com. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 26 Union County Humane Society spay-neuter clinic. Dogs, $60; cats, $35. Vaccinations, $10 each. Appointment: 992-7969.

THURSDAY, OCT. 27 Maynardville 1st District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Union County Courthouse. Info: 992-5212.

FRIDAY, NOV. 4 “Livestock Production on Small Acreage,” 9 a.m.-3 p.m. UT Extension Eastern Region Office, 1801 Downtown West Blvd. Lunch included. Info/ registration: 215-2340. Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Luttrell Public Library, 115 Park Road, Luttrell. Info: 992-0208.

SATURDAY, NOV. 5 Church bazaar, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Christ United Methodist Church. 7535 Maynardville Highway. Crafts, country store, baked goods, white elephant and Rada Knives. Serving breakfast and lunch. Info: 922-1412.

SUNDAY NOV. 6

AARP Driver Safety classes, noon-4 p.m., Halls Senior Center, 4410 Crippen Road. Info/registration: 922-0416.

Annual “Shindig,” a celebration of the Thorn Grove Community, 1-4 p.m., Thorn Grove Christian Church’s 728 S. Carter School Road in Strawberry Plains. Featuring: live music, bounce house, petting zoo, chili cook off, bake sale, vendors and more. Info: 6607259 or hjsickles@aol.com.

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Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Luttrell Public Library, 115 Park Road, Luttrell. Info: 992-0208.

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

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, OCT. 27-28

SATURDAY, OCT. 29 Revvin’ for Megan Emehiser benefit car show and vendor/yard sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Fairview Baptist Church, 7424 Fairview Road. All proceeds to help with medical bills related to cancer treatments. Car entries: preregistration, $15; day of registration, $20. Vendor spaces: $20, one spot; $30, two spots. Car show awards, door prizes, silent auction, live entertainment, food and more. Info/registration: Facebook, Revvin’ for Megan Emehiser Benefit Car Show; lisaogle05@gmail.com; Jeff Ogle, 254-9869. Yard sale info/donations: Sarah Hall, 256-1786. Union County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-noon, Wilson Park. Info: 992-8038. Union County High School Baseball Bass Classic, Brogan’s Hollow Boat Ramp. Registration, 7:30 a.m.; launch, 8; weigh-in, noon. Entry fee: $50. Info/registration: Cory Stooksbury, 591-9935 or cory. stooksbury@ucps.org.

THURSDAY, NOV. 3 Big Ridge 4th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Big Ridge Elementary School library. Info: 992-5212.

TUESDAY, NOV. 8 Paulette 6th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Paulette Elementary School cafeteria. Info: 992-5212.

THURSDAY, NOV. 10 Sharps Chapel 5th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Sharps Chapel Community Center. Info: 992-5212. VFW meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 278-3784.

FRIDAY, NOV. 11 Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Luttrell Public Library, 115 Park Road, Luttrell. Info: 992-0208.

TUESDAY, NOV. 15 Honor Guard meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans invited. Info: 256-5415.

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