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community. He is a tremendous asset to our company and the region as a whole and we couldn’t be prouder of him.” Watson is extremely active within his community, serving as Gatlinburg Rotary Club President, Pittman Baseball Treasurer, Elks Lodge Basket Fund Chairman, member of the GatlinburgPittman High School Scholarship Committee and White Oaks Cemetery Board, coordinator for Gatlinburg’s Annual Ribfest, Chili Cook-Off and Rotary Golf Tourney, volunteer for various Chamber of Commerce events, Disabled American Veterans, Boy Scout Troop #211, Adopt-A-Spur Rotary trash project, Alzheimer’s Walk, annual parades, back pack program, elementary schools and numerous other activities.
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Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce recently awarded Arlie Watson, Jr. the coveted William C. Stevens Volunteer Spirit Award for his profound commitment to Gatlinburg and many volunteer efforts.
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“I am very honored and humbled at receiving this award,” said Watson. “This award is a representation of not only myself, but our company’s volunteer spirit in all the communities where we operate”. The award was presented during the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Banquet. “We are incredibly fortunate to have Junior in our community,” said Mark Adams, president of Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau. “The time and attention he gives to others, while still being obviously dedicated to his family and professional obligations counts towards the wellbeing of Gatlinburg in immeasurable ways.”
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The Best View of The Smokies It’s a breathtaking view from the summit of Anakeesta. Discover the panoramic overlook of the Mt. LeConte Range hidden just above the City. Sit back and unwind at Firefly Village as you watch the mist roll out of the mountains in the early hours of the day. Then, find your favorite spot to watch the sunset over the Great Smoky Mountains and enjoy the twinkling lights of Gatlinburg come alive below. www.anakeesta.com
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Arlie Watson, Jr. Receives William C. Stevens Volunteer Spirit Award
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Watson is the long-time store manager of Food City’s Gatlinburg, TN location. “Food City is committed to the communities we serve and we encourage our associates to volunteer and give back to their communities,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City’s president and chief executive officer. “Junior is extremely passionate about serving our customers and his
During the devastating wild fires that swept Gatlinburg and the Sevier County area in November of 2016, Watson and his Food City team served thousands of dollars in complimentary meals to first responders, National Guard and other emergency personnel and donated thousands of dollars in food and supply items to relief shelters. He also personally worked with his associates who were displaced by the fires to assist with accommodations, transportation, meals, etc. Watson received Gatlinburg Rotary’s 2016 Citizen of the Year award and was invited to serve on the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Gatlinburg Relief Fund committee. In 2013, he was named a finalist in Food Marketing Institute’s prestigious Store Manager of the Year Awards. Watson and his lovely wife, Cindy are the proud parents of three children, Daniel, Hailey and Ben. They attend Richardson Cove Baptist Church, where he also assists with numerous projects, including their Food Basket program. Headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia, K-VA-T Food Stores (Food City’s parent company) operates 133 retail outlets throughout southeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, east Tennessee, Chattanooga and north Georgia. www.foodcity.com
Mountain Tough Observes This Year's Support For Gatlinburg Mountain Tough Recovery Team and Executive Directive Barbara Joines along with others such as Sherry Price have really provided the support that this community needed after the fires devastated this community. What an incredible job they have done: 1. We want to help you get back on your feet. 2. Do you need help? 3. Mountain Tough Recovery Team was created to continue to provide assistance and support to our neighbors who were adversely impacted by the fires on November 28, 2016. MTRT offers a three-pronged approach to relief, stabilization, and recovery. The Case Management Program focuses on case management and financial assistance to renters and homeowners affected by the fires. The goal is to help remove obstacles that stand between the family and their
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goal of stability and recovery. The Home Rebuild Program strives to assist the homeowner in their rebuilding effort. Resources include connecting eligible participants to programs whose primary purpose is to help homeowners rebuild. These include volunteerdriven home rebuild ministries, government programs and in some cases, MTRT can provide direct financial assistance to targeted rebuilding needs. The Property Clean Up Program assists homeowners with the process of cleaning their land and prepping the site so that building can begin. More information will be released in early August 2017. For more information and to provide support go to mounaintough.org Thank you Mountain Tough Recovery Team
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Anakeesta Tree Canopy Walk Play in the Trees
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature on our scenic Tree Canopy Walk. Experience what it feels like to be a bird in the canopy as you stroll 40’ – 60’ above the forest floor along a series of 16 connected sky bridges suspended in the trees. Each bridge leads to a new observation platform where you can take in the sights, learn about your surroundings with our engaging interpretive signage and enjoy the spectacular views. Keep a sharp eye, you may spot a bear on the forest floor below or a woodpecker in the treetops.
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Park Seeks Tips Regarding Damage to Elkmont Cabins The National Park Service Investigative Services Branch (ISB) is seeking witnesses who may have information regarding a recent human-caused fire that caused damage to cabins in the Elkmont Historic District. The damaged cabins are located in the area known as Daisy Town and are among those closed to the public and slated for rehabilitation. The investigation is ongoing and no additional details are available at this time. Investigators are looking for additional information from anyone who may have observed activity leading to the human-caused fire. Witnesses are asked to contact investigators through any of the following means: • CALL or TEXT the ISB Tip Line at 888-653-0009 • ONLINE at www.nps.gov/isb and click “Submit a Tip” • EMAIL nps_isb@nps.gov •MESSAGE on Facebook @InvestigativeServicesNPS or Twitter @SpecialAgentNPS
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Open 11 till 10 - Sunday 12 till 6 Serving The Area for over 10 Years The ORIGINAL Ship Crew Is Back Happy Hour 4-7 Full Menu • Appetizers • Salads Over 40 Drafts To Choose From (865) 325-1658 170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 www.ship-pub.com
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Tennessee Winter Special Olympics Watch and cheer as athletes strive for the gold in their annual Winter Games competition. Special Olympics athletes from around the state are waxing their skis and snowboards, and sharpening their ice skate blades in preparation for the Special Olympics Tennessee Winter Games to be held January 28th – 30th at Ober Gatlinburg. Over 150 athletes with intellectual disabilities will compete in Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding and Speed Skating in divisions based on age and ability.
the colors. The traditional lighting of the Special Olympics flame will take place on Monday morning at 9:00am at Ober Gatlinburg. The Winter Games competition is being conducted by The Gatlinburg Snow Sports Center (Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding); Ober Gatlinburg Ice Skating Rink (Ice Skating); and Ober Gatlinburg.
On Sunday night, the public is welcome to witness the traditional Opening Ceremonies from 6:45 – 7:15pm at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Here they will witness the March of Athletes, the Special Olympics Oath, a welcoming speech, and the presentation of
Go Walking in A Winter Wonderland
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While it's rare for Pigeon Forge to get lots of snow in January, a great place to see the white stuff is to take a drive in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
and trailheads are less crowded during the colder winter season. For those prepared to brave colder weather and icy trails, the rewards are great.
Here are some of the best things to see during winter in the Smoky Mountains: •Frozen Waterfalls •Giant Icicles on Cliff-sides near Roadways •Snow-Covered Forests •Snow-Capped Peaks •Historic Cabins in Cades Cove •Wildlife Like Deer and Turkey
If you like the idea of experiencing a quiet walk in the mountains, winter is the perfect time to do it.
Other perks are that scenic drives, hiking trails
Hikers are often treated with better mountain views during the winter because there is no leaf cover to obscure the scenic vistas. Ice formations and snowy landscapes also make January an especially gorgeous time to visit the Smokies.
Best Winter Hiking Trails in the Smokies These trails feature beautiful frozen waterfalls and awesome scenery during the snowy winter season. 1. Laurel Falls - This beautiful 2.3-mile round trip trail takes visitors to the stunning multitiered Laurel Falls. This cascading waterfall is an excellent place to see lovely ice formations during the winter season. Better yet, this trail is less crowded during the low season and it offers beautiful mountain views. 2. Rainbow Falls - Just outside of Gatlinburg in the Orchard Creek area, the Rainbow Falls trail is one of the most popular routes to Mt. LeConte. By hiking 2.7 miles on this trail, you can reach Rainbow Falls, an 80-ft tall waterfall known for forming large icicles. 3. Alum Cave - This 10-mile round trip hiking trail is the most popular route to Mt. LeConte, the 3rd tallest peak in the Smokies. It features multiple mountain overlooks and unique geologic formations like Arch Rock and the 80-ft tall Alum Cave Bluffs. This trail climbs up to some high elevation areas in the Smokies so it’s the perfect way to enjoy some snow! 4. Porter's Creek Trail - Porter's Creek Trail begins in the historic Greenbrier area of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Along the way, you'll see historic structures like the John Messer Cabin and a historic cantilevered barn that was constructed around
1875. The trail concludes at Fern Branch Falls, a 60-ft waterfall that's especially beautiful during the colder season. This lowelevation hike is a 4-mile round trip that's moderately difficult. 5. Middle Prong Trail - This less-used trail is arguably one of the best waterfall hikes in the Smokies. This 8-mile round-trip hike takes you past 3 waterfalls and numerous cascades in the Tremont area of the national park. During the winter months, these waterfalls are especially when they are frozen. 6. Grotto Falls Trail - Grotto Falls Trail is a popular hike located just off of the Roaring Fork Motor Trail. Though this driving route is closed to vehicles during the wintertime, you can hike along the road to reach the trailhead for Grotto Falls. This easy 2.3 round-trip hike goes through evergreen Hemlock forests and concludes at Grotto Falls – a 25-ft tall waterfall that has formed a cave or grotto at the base of the falls. During winter, ice can form around the waterfall and nearby rocks so exercise caution when exploring Grotto Falls during colder weather. 7. Abrams Falls - Though Abrams Falls isn't the tallest waterfall in the park it is the highest volume waterfall in the Smokies, so it's a remarkable sight any time of year. You can reach this impressive waterfall from the Cades
Cove Loop Road and this moderately difficult hike is a 5.2-mile round trip. Since this trail is low in elevation, you shouldn't have to worry about running into much snow or ice on the Abrams Falls trail. 8. Metcalf Bottoms Trail - This easy hiking trail is one of the best winter hikes in the Smokies because of its low elevation and gentle grades. This lovely trail takes hikers through the historic Little Greenbrier Community. All that remains of this small mountain town are an old schoolhouse, a graveyard, and the Walker Sister's Cabin. 9. Meigs Creek Trail - This lesser-used hiking trail starts at the popular Sinks waterfall and passes through some lovely parts of the Smokies. The trail follows a stream with multiple waterfalls and cascades, including the 18-ft. Meigs Falls that are especially beautiful in winter. 10. Spruce Flats Falls - The Spruce Flats Falls Trail is a very short, 1.8-mile hike that's ideal during the winter season. The trailhead for Spruce Flats Falls can be found at the Tremont Institute. Along the way, you'll see lovely mountain views until you reach the base of the multi-tiered waterfall. After cold weather, this waterfall creates lovely ice formations. 11. The Chimney Tops Trail - Having reopened after damage from the 2016
wildfires, this trail has been improved to provide a beautiful view of the Chimney Tops outcropping, Mt. LeConte, and other surrounding mountains. At only 3.3 miles in length, this is one of the best short trails with wintertime mountain views in the Smokies. 12. Charlie's Bunion - This impressive overlook and rocky outcropping on the Appalachian trail is a real crowd-pleaser with panoramic mountain views, but at 8.1 miles in length, this hike is rated as strenuous. To reach "the bunion," hikers must take the A p p a l a c h i a n Tr a i l n o r t h b o u n d f r o m Newfound Gap. Please note that this high elevation trail may have snow and ice during the winter season. 13. Mt. Cammerer Fire Tower - Located in one of the less-traveled parts of the Smokies, you'll find The Low Gap Trail in the Cosby area of the national park. This 11.1-mile round-trip hike leads to the Mt. Cammerer Fire Tower and overlook, a beautiful spot with panoramic mountain views and a restored western-style fire tower. 14.Ramsey Cascades Trail - The tallest waterfall in the Smokies and 100 feet tall, known for having some of the most stunning icicle formations during winter in the Smokies. This 8-mile round trip hike is strenuous, but beautiful Ramsey Cascades Waterfall makes this trail worth the effort.
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7th Annual Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival
By Cyndy Montgomery Reeves www.smswf.com
Gatlinburg’s Largest
The Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival will be celebrating its 7th year of being in existence here in Gatlinburg every third weekend in August.
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In 2011 we held a pre-view event for the business community at Ober Gatlinburg with well over 160 people in attendance. Six local songwriters helped to kick this evening off, Heather Maples a songwriter from the time she was 12 years old and currently performs with the well loved local band “BAMM”; winner of the 2011 Hard Rock Cafe Cabin Fever Acoustic Songwriter contest organized by Olwen Claiborne Emory and held in Gatlinburg in 2011, Martha Christian went on to perform at the Nashville Songwriters Festival on Music Row and continues to perform in Nashville, TN and Bowling Green, Ky; New Rain, Gary and Jane Morris, a local duo who has toured in Europe and throughout the southeast; and another local duo The Pea Pickin Hearts, Jon Ives and Rachel Gibson who also tour throughout the southeast and have been a part of Gatlinburg's own Tunes and Tales. Four #1 hit writers Bobby Tomberlin - “One More Day” for Diamond Rio, Chris Wallin - “Blink “ for Kenny Chesney, Clay Mills - “Don't Think I Don't Think About It” for Darius Rucker and Marty Dodson - “Must Be Doin Something Right” for Billy Currington put on a two hour show after the opening reception. When the audience heard the stories behind the songs they had heard on the radio, they found themselves bitten by the songwriters bug. It is so very appropriate that this festival is held in Gatlinburg, the Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the Appalachian Mountain Range where ole time music began with the English, Irish, and Scottish ballads being put to music by the Black Minstrels many years ago.
Songwriters Festival and provide lodging for the #1 Hit Writers and music industry pros that make this event so attractive. The public who attend find themselves being bit by the songwriters bug and plan their summer vacations to be in Gatlinburg in August. There are over 150 free live music shows in over a dozen venues throughout Gatlinburg plus 3 to 4 major ticketed concerts showcasing people like Bill Anderson, Darryl Worley, Mo Pitney, Con Hunley, Keith Anderson and Emi Sunshine to name a few. The SMSWF has become more of a songwriter and fans family reunion which at the end people are already making there plans to be back again the following year.
The Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival (SMSWF) has attracted songwriters from 28 states including as far away as California, Washington, Oregon, Maine, New York, Rhode Island, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wyoming, Florida and all the southeastern states, plus Canada, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Ireland, and Spain. When songwriters meet here in Gatlinburg they fall in love with the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, which offers a perfect place for songwriters to find much inspiration for their songs. Gatlinburg is so centrally located, many of the songwriters who attend the festival come back during the year to write with other songwriters they met here during the festival.
This year's SMSWF is scheduled for Aug. 13 – 22, 2018. The week starts with the 2nd Monday Songwriters Showcase at Crystelle Creek Restaurant and Grill on Mon. Aug. 13th. Tues Aug. 14th a Hike & Write during the day and an open mic showcase at the Gatlinburg Inn that evening for songwriters arriving early. Weds evening/Thurs morning Aug. 15-16 is the SMSWF Rocky Top Co-Write Experience with #1 Hit Writers (public and songwriters can participate in this experience). The SMSWF Workshop Series begins Thurs Aug. 16th along with the Welcome Ceremonies and Kick-off Show that evening on the lawn at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn. Fri/Sat Aug. 17-18th offer free live music shows from noon to 11 PM each day plus three to four ticketed concerts. Sun Aug. 19th is Gospel Sunday from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM with Christian songs being performed. This year a Bluegrass Camp is being added arrival on Sun evening Aug. 19th thru Weds Aug. 22nd.
The SMSWF involves the whole community. Retail merchants and restaurants offer special discounts for those persons wearing a SMSWF wrist band. Hotels offer a special discounted rate for those attending the Smoky Mountains
The Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival is a special time in Gatlinburg you will not want to miss. Make your plans today to be here in August. For more details, where to stay and what to do go to www.smokymountainssongwritersfestival.com.
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Thank You For Not Feeding Us Bread
Bread makes us ill and does not contain the right nutrition or calories that we need to keep us warm in winter.
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Rotting bread pollutes our water and causes nasty surface algae, which kills our fish and gives us diseases and makes our water smell We Do Like: Cut seedless grapes, cooked rice, birdseed, peas, corn, oats and chopped lettuce
Smoky Mountains Arts & Crafts Village
170 Glades Road, #25 • Gatlinburg
Great Food & Live Music Every Nite
Neesee on the keyboard Every Second Monday... Smoky Mountain Songwriters Nite
Hear Neesee Wednesday - Sunday & Local Artists Monday & Tuesday (865) 430-1551 Open Daily 3 pm
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Appetizers • Salads • Soups • Entrees Italian Dishes • Daily Specials • Desserts Full Bar Service • Free Parking • In House Catering Pet Friendly Sports Porch!
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Sparky’s Glassblowing Ask About Our Glassblowing Classes! Come and watch Gary at work!
as authentic pub fare, drive along Glades Rd to the Fox and the Parrot. After jostling through the parking lot, a real family atmosphere is a'waiting, even though your idea of “pub” says differently.
By A. Jann Peitso The Light Tour down Glades Road is one to drive during January evenings and even have a Scavenger Hunt as you look for the next and then the next lighted display, mostly of bears crafting items! How many displays are there? What crafts are the bears depicting? Where are the shops that make those same crafts? (A GSACC brochure gives you this clue. Grab one from any shop or the spur Welcome Center).
A toasty wood stove to snuggle up to, a cozy sofa to sink into and a warm cup to wrap your fingers around as you wait for your hand-crafted meal, are winter treats. The kids are welcomed here and there is food for even tiny fingers! Try the old-fashioned french fries, like momma used to make! Three Jimmy's has chili, nachos and delicious Reubens among much more.. A NY resident proclaimed to me that he had eaten Reubens all of his life but one from Three J's was “the best ever….ever!”
After looking at the “big lights”, start noticing the twinkly lights that beckon visitors into the community family restaurants. Big meal, only a 'burger and fries or just a cuppa and dessert, these places will make you feel “at home”. You'll be out of the clamor of downtown, able to “kick back” and enjoy the “quiet side of dining” in Gatlinburg.
Nighttime crawling In the Loop can be an adventure entirely different from daytime excursions, especially in the winter. So visit these after-dark handcrafters In The Loop, those who handcraft food in their very own special atmospheres during winter months.
Live music wafts from one restaurant, Crystelle Creek, on our section of E. Parkway. You cannot miss the lighted tree that welcomes you in the front! Yummy steak and trout are “musts” before the desserts.
Our version of Winter Fare is dining In The Loop.
Gary Will Make You A Special Glass Piece For Your Loved Ones Ashes
Glassblowing at its best! Beautiful, handcrafted blown & sculpted glass (865) 325-8186 www.sparkysglassblowing.com Smoky Mountains Art’s & Crafts Community
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A. Jann Peitso, art! www.ajannpeitsoart.com 170 Glades Road, Gatlinburg • 865.436.2363
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Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights visitors have grown accustomed to over the past 23 years have been converted to crisp LED as well. Most recently, fanciful snowmen, dancing fountains, a group of international children and a shiny rocking horse have joined the lineup. FAQ’s All trolleys take the same route Children under 3 are free if they are sitting on an adults lap No food or drink on Trolley Trolley is enclosed and heated
Visitors can soak up the spirit of the season from the comfort of a Gatlinburg Trolley by taking the relaxing Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights. The specially designated trolleys carry their guests on a memorable journey through downtown and adjacent Hwy. 321, allowing everyone to experience the magical wonder of Gatlinburg Winter Magic. Trolley times are at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Featuring one-of-a-kind LED lighting displays along Gatlinburg’s famous downtown Parkway, adjacent River Road, and the triangle juncture of the two, the latest $1.6 million-plus rollout of custom designed and fabricated lighting displays are marked by sections reminiscent of winter forests, evergreens and romance. The Hwy. 321 route features an injection of bright displays as well.
Hand-Crafted in the Smoky Mountains
We specialize in handmade soy candles, soaps, and fragrant air fresheners
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Gatlinburg has converted its entire winter lights program to quarter-watt LED bulbs, replacing the 5-watt incandescent bulbs and saving the City some 95 percent in energy cost and allowing the City to light the entire 120 days of the program for what it once cost for three days of electricity. Displays featuring animals indigenous to Great Smoky Mountains National Park including deer, foxes, squirrels, and rabbits are part of the program. Many of the timeless displays
Arts & Crafts! The Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community is the largest group of independent artisans in North America with over 100 artisans. Established in 1937 this 8 mile loop weaves through Gatlinburg. These craftsmen and artisans weave, carve, cast, sew, paint and whittle to create a vast variety of collectibles such as jewelry, ceramics, dolls, pottery, quilts, brooms, baskets, candles, leather, silver smithing, wearable fashions, artistic photography, oils and watercolor paintings, blown and stained glass and so much more. The area also has restaurants, cafes, candy shops, soda fountains, tea rooms and lodging.
This sign at Route 321 and Glades Road is a landmark to the Arts & Crafts Community
Discover one-of-a-kind crafts, treasures and artwork and watch artisans at work. www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
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Hand Crafted In Our Shops!
(865) 430-8084 www.mistymountainsoap.com Two locations in the Arts & Crafts Community! 601 Glades Road (Morning Mist Village) 849 Glades Road (Covered Bridge Complex)
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Some tourist don't stay in a place this nice!
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This month I have picked the weathervane. You might find this very interesting.
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The weathervane dates back as far as 48 BC. The first one thought to be as big as 48 feet tall and 26 foot long and made of bronze.
In the Arts & Crafts Community
In the 9th century churches started putting rooster weathervanes on top of the church. This was to represent what Jesus prophesized that the rooster would not crow the morning after the Last Supper. Of course today they are used mostly for decorations. In the past shippers and farmers depended on them obviously for wind direction. So there you have it... pretty cool stuff! The ones we carry are copper and hand hammered... hope you enjoyed a little heads up.... Crow on... Until next month, Danny
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Critical Health News Rosacea: More Than Skin Deep By Pharmacist Ben Fuchs Rosacea is a distressing and psychologically debilitating skin condition that affects an astounding 16 million or 5 percent of Americans. If you believe recent reports from the National Rosacea Society (NRS), the figures may be even worse. In a Harvard Medical School study, NRS researchers found a prevalence rate for rosacea of 16 percent in Caucasian women and an overall rosacea incidence of nearly 10 percent ina total population that also included Hispanics, African-Americans, Asians and Indians. Rosacea, a Latin term that can be defined as “rose-colored”, shows up as redness on the cheeks and nasal area, although it sometimes involves oily skin, at which point it acquires the moniker “seborrhea”. In some especially unfortunate patients, blemishes and pustules can form and the skin around the nose can become thickened. More disturbing is rosacea that affects the eye, a condition that can result in ocular dryness, grittiness and a burning sensation. Despite it’s appearance, rosacea is best thought of not as a skin or eye problem, but rather as a circulatory one. This should be obvious, as the dilated blood vessels that are the featured characteristic of the rosacea patient, are located, not on top of the skin, but in the blood vessels located in the deeper tissues below. Still, dermatologists and estheticians, as well as their patients, address the surface of the skin as the main target of therapies to alleviate the distressing ruddiness of rosacea. If you go to a skin care professional to treat the condition, more than likely, you’re going to leave with a prescription or suggestion for a topical cream or lotion, most often an antibiotic and occasionally an anti-inflammatory steroid. Sometimes laser therapy is suggested and occasionally exfoliation and skin peels are used. Recently, a pharmaceutical company called Foamix announced, with great fanfare, the results of a study on a new product called FMX 103, that showed a “statistically significant” reduction in lesions and pustules of rosacea patients. FMX 103 is a patented foaming, retooled version of minocycline, an old-time antibiotic that has been used to treat various skin conditions for 50 years. The problem with the use of topical treatments for rosacea is that they, like most medical interventions, do not deal with the causes of the condition. Because the disease involves internal biochemical breakdowns, not addressing these internal mechanisms that lead to the sur-face symptomology can have ramifications for the p a t i e n t ’s f u t u r e h e a l t h . S o m e n o n dermatological health issues that can develop in the rosacea patient over time include allergies, respiratory diseases, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), diabetes, urogenital diseases, and female hormone imbalances. Other recent studies have found increased risks of inflammatory bowel disease and brain cancer. Recently, according to an article published in the journal “The Dermatologist”, researchers
announced that individuals with rosacea are at greater risk for dementia and Alzheimer disease. Because rosacea involves blood vessel dilation, a red flag indicator for blood-borne toxicity, the first place to look for a cause is the digestive tract. Unless substances are injected or otherwise enter into the circulation through the skin (as in through wounds or burns), the intestine is always the likely port of entry into the blood, as one of its major roles of the intestine is to effectively facilitate the movement of substances into the circulation. Significantly, as all rosacea pates know, the flushing that is associated with the condition can be dramatically increased by the ingestion of certain substances, including tea, coffee, alcohol, dairy, legumes, grains and spicy meals. Thus the most important anti-rosacea strategy is to look for digestive allergies or intolerances and eliminate problem foods. Caloric restriction and fasting can reduce the burden on the intestine and may also be helpful. Use probiotics and fermented foods to restore intestinal bacterial flora (interestingly, the antibiotics so often used to address rosacea can have negatively impact gut bacteria). Because rosacea can be linked to low stomach acid, use apple cider vinegar, betaine HCL and perhaps prescribed hydrochloric acid drops (available through compounding pharmacies) before meals. Beginning meals with bitter substances like radishes, arugula or dandelion greens can improve secretion of digestive juices. Other ideas for the rosacea patient: Avoid refined sugars and carbs, they exacerbate inflammation and can stimulate the production of skin oils. Because emotional stress can cause inflammation and induce vasodilation, use relaxation strategies, massage, deep breathing techniques and hot baths can be especially useful. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), a procedure which utilizes a special chamber to drive high pressure oxygen into the blood might help. Dr. Julian Whitaker, MD reported that one of his patients cleared up her rosacea after one HBOT session. According to a June, 1972 article published in the British Journal of Dermatology, in 6 separate dermatological cases in which previous methods of therapy were unsatisfactory, HBOT treatment led to successful outcomes. Many hospitals have hyperbaric oxygen chambers that are available to the public and independent treatment centers can be found in most big cities. Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) supplements may be helpful. A March, 1943 paper published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology found that 32 of 36 patients dealing with rosacea of the eye “had prompt healing of the corneal lesions usually within four days.”. Try 100-200 mg of riboflavin daily taken with the entire Bcomplex. www.criticalhealthnews.com
Proudly the largest liquor store and selection in Sevier County since 1983. Epi’s Fine Wines & Spirits of Gatlinburg, TN offers a huge selection of liquor, spirits, high-gravity beer and wines from local and around the world. We have convenient, unlimited and free parking. www.episliquor.com
At traffic light #3 in Gatlinburg turn onto Rt. 321. Go 2.7 miles and we’re on the left.
1359 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg • 865-436-5287
Where The Locals Go Steaks Burgers Seafood and much more Howard's Steakhouse has been in Gatlinburg since 1946 offering the traditional Howard’s menu. Seating is also available outside next to a running stream. The bar is a long time locals favorite with a hometown atmosphere.
Catering Available The Wild Boar Saloon located upstairs offers a lighter fare with tavern style appetizers and specialty bar drinks. Offering a great night life atmosphere and with Karaoke.
www.HowardsRestaurantGatlinburg.com (865) 436-3600
976 Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg
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sometimes simple is really good
The Jewelry Spot Creating Unique Hand Crafted Jewelry
David A. Howard
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Delauders BBQ, 680 Glades Road at Blinking Light Behind Shops • 865-325-8680
The Artsy Olive
170 Glades Road, Suite 32, Gatlinburg Sugarlands Visitors Center
Judy Jones Pottery
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Park Vista Hotel
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We Buy, Sell & Trade Guns Hello Friend (Osiyo Oginali) Some of you may remember suppers (dinner to some) of corn bread, cold milk (from the cow) and (in their season) raw sweet onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, hot grease wilted leaf lettuce mixed with chopped green onion blades and bulbs; or, Dutch oven corn bread, corn meal gravy, a hunk of corn bread dunked into a bowl of soup beans or a breakfast of johnny cakes covered with honey or molasses?
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Corn bread begins with WHITE corn, preferably Hickory King, ground between slow turning mill rocks. Slightly sift three heaping cups of this meal into a mixing bowl, add a pinch of salt and soda and one country egg (debatable) mix fast and well and dump into a ten-inch round cast iron well greased HOT pan. (Must sizzle in the hot grease). Give the pan a couple of shakes and pop into a hot oven and bake until golden brown.
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Eat 2 Bananas A Day - Notice 7 Changes •You’ll stay fitter and more energetic. The vitamins and minerals in bananas keep your body in good condition and the potassium helps to prevent muscle cramps. •You’ll be happier. Your body transforms the amino acid tryptophan into serotonin and releases it in your brain. This so-called happiness hormone helps us to be content and more satisfied. •Your blood pressure will go down. Bananas contain very little sodium and lots of potassium which makes them the perfect food for people with heart conditions. •You’ll produce new blood much faster. Bananas are rich in iron which your body needs to create red blood cells and hemoglobin. This helps to boost your blood supply. •You’ll be in a good mood. Bananas help regulate blood sugar levels and contain vitamin B which has a calming effect on your nerves. •Your body temperature will be more regulated. When it’s hot out your can cool yourself down by eating a banana. They can even help reduce your body temperature if you have a fever. •You won’t have anymore heart burn. Bananas are natural acid reflux inhibitors. Eating a banana can instantly relieve heartburn.
Skiddy’s Where Visitors Meet Locals Pet Friendly Outside Deck, Pool Table & Kornhole Games Happy Hour - Monday - Friday - 4 - 7 pm Directions: Take Glades Road to its end.
Turn left and go one mile. On the right.
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Since Hickory King corn meal and country butter and buttermilk are almost things of the past we must substitute cultured (??) buttermilk and meal or meal mixtures that are available thus sacrificing some taste. If you use yellow corn meal, "It shore ain't a-gonna make cawn bread". Corn bread can be baked on a shovel over an open flame, in hot ashes, on a rock surrounded by a ring of fire or simply boiled as mush. Stones have been found in Cocke County with bowl like depressions where ancient Americans placed grains of corn and pounded them with another stone to make their daily bread. Also a fact that the survival of some Cocke Countains, including me, would have been in grave doubt had it not been for the nourishment provided by corn bread. "As told to me by my uncle" "Do na da go hv I" (Till we see each other again)
Designs by Matoka Shaconage Stone Art and Jewelry 170 Glades Road, # 15, Gatlinburg - 865-719-3999
Slice a hand size wedge, fill the inside of the wedge with butter
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Appalachian Bear Rescue By Kathryn Sherrard
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IMPORTANT: To keep bread from sticking to pan and reduce the amount of grease needed, do not wash or bake anything else in the "Bread Pan".
Some cooks (Cocke County has the best corn bread bakers in the World ) like to sprinkle a little water over the hot corn bread and allow to steam a few minutes.
Release of ABR Cubs! healthy enough to sleep through the winter without eating or drinking, they may find dens as described above. However, they may change den sites or get up to move around and even find some leftover acorns to eat. They may make simple depressions in the ground called daybeds, similar to those they use during the rest of the year.
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They look you in the eye and seriously proclaim this concoction to be corn bread. Can you believe it? Not to a mountain breed, corn bread raised, Cocke County boy, "Tain't CAWN BREAD, tis hog feed".
122 E. Main Street Sevierville, TN 37862
Publisher: John F. Pa Editor: Elizabeth Pa
Corn bread means different things to people of other sections of the country. Some sections of the United States of America serve a concoction made of YELLOW corn meal mixed with wheat flour, eggs and sugar (of all things).
(fresh churned from cow's milk) and eat while hot.
Appalachian Bear Rescue has concluded its mission with the three 2017 cubs, Otto, Rollo and Apollo. On December 4, 2017 the cubs were released back into the wild. Each of the cubs weighed over 100 pounds – plenty of weight to see them through the winter ahead when they won't be eating. In fact, these weights were likely about a third more than those cubs that remained in the wild with their mothers and did not come to ABR for care. Although Head Curator Coy Blair collared the released bears in 2016, this year none were collared except for #266 Apollo Bear. The UT Vet School wanted to monitor Apollo to confirm that he continues to thrive after the surgery to repair the broken leg that brought him to ABR last August. Apollo Bear was released into the Big South Fork area, where he had been found. Based on the data from those 2016 collars, Coy predicts that the three cubs released last month are now snug in their dens. It didn't take the 2016 cubs very long to find their winter homes. By now, most of the bears in the Southern Appalachians have chosen dens. Although bears in northern areas have been hibernating for two or three months, our southern bears usually don't enter dens until mid-December.The reason for this discrepancy is the availability of food. When the food supply diminishes, bears respond by going into hibernation. Sows (female bears) that are pregnant made their den choices first to ensure that they found a safe, secure and dry place to give birth and nurse their cubs. All bear cubs are born between the middle of January and middle of February. Appalachian Bear Rescue has arbitrarily selected January 22 as the “official birthdate” of all cubs that come to ABR, since that date falls approximately half way between the earliest and latest possibilities. When they are born, the cubs weigh less than a pound. They are furless, blind, deaf, and helpless, with no strength in their back legs. They nurse on the rich milk (as much as 30% fat) the sow provides and they grow rapidly. Their mother keeps her cubs and the den clean and alternates between sleeping and caring for her young. She will stay with them in the den until they are about three months old in April. Females with cubs born in January 2017 will take them into a den and thereby teach them about finding and preparing a place to spend the winter. That is what would have happened to the ABR cubs if they had been with their mothers. As it is, they will rely on their instincts to find dens of their own. Male bears and females that are not of breeding age are likely to spend less time hibernating. If they have fattened up and are
Den sites vary greatly. The simplest are the ground nests, scratched out on the ground and often covered with leaves and small branches. Other choices include rock outcroppings or brush piles; bears have even denned under the porches of vacation cabins that are vacant in the winter! In the Smokies the preferred den site is in a hollowed out tree that may be 50-60 feet tall. Sows choose these for ideal places to give birth because they are safe, warm and dry. If you should happen to spot a bear during the winter please remember that it is still a wild animal. You should not behave any differently toward the animal than you would at any other time of year. Appalachian Bear Rescue currently has no bears on site and we don't expect to have any residents for the next few months. This gives us time to make needed repairs and to clean up after the 2017 bears. We stand ready to offer help to any needy cubs or yearlings when the time comes. To learn more about Appalachian Bear Rescue and to review stories of our cubs please visit our Facebook page: facebook.com/AppalachianBearRescue. Photos are posted almost every day when cubs are in residence. During the next few months you can scroll through previous posts to read about and see photos of the cubs we cared for in 2017 or even earlier. You can visit our website at www.appalachianbearrescue.org and our blog at abrblog.wordpress.com. If you are in Townsend, please stop by our Visitor/Education Center in the Trillium Cove Shopping Village on East Lamar Alexander Parkway. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 to 4. The center is closed on Sunday and Monday and will be closed during Christmas week. You may want to call before you go, to make sure that it is open. The phone number is (865) 738-3683. You can find unique bear-themed gifts and souvenirs to purchase and you can become a member of ABR to provide ongoing support for our efforts. We'd love to see you there!
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Roaming Kahuna HAPPY NEW YEAR from Gatlinburg By Jim Yonan Exalted Ruler Gatlinburg Elks Lodge #1925
I sure hope everyone had a GREAT 2017. There's always some ups and downs, just hope there was more ups than downs. This was a tough year at the lodge as we lost some good members to heaven. TO OUR ABSENT MEMBERS.
Fowler’s Clay Works
On Dec 22nd WE packed our Christmas baskets for the less fortunate families in Sevier County. I would like to thank some people and sorry if I forgot you. THANK YOU to JR Watson and his team at Food City, Borden milk for milk and egg nog and chocolate milk, and the truck, Lisa and Greg Bashum from Kentucky for ALL the meat we put in baskets and thank you officers at lodge. THANK YOU to Glen, Rosemary and Dena, Lori, Becky, Brook and ALL the others that donated and helped with presents for the kids. When WE pack the baskets and deliver it's a great feeling. thank you all that helped with that too. Talk to me or any Elk about joining. We do a lot for our community that I love. Have a Happy New Year....Love y'all...... Jimbo
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Advertising and Promoting Together Helps Us All By A. Jann Peitso “Will Advertising Opportunities Equal Results for All Involved” is a question often pondered. Every place and everywhere can be an advertising opportunity, if we only see it for what it is and reach out and grab it! One such opportunity are the arts & crafts shows held in the downtown Gatlinburg Convention Center. There are five such shows a year. The Arts & Crafts Community In The Loop present three of those five. These are for handcrafting artisans only, no imports. These welcome all visitors to Gatlinburg with no entrance fee. Hotels help in the advertising of the shows because they know a good turnout puts “heads in their beds”, according to the city manager. Restaurants put up posters and tell their customers
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about the shows. Why? Show visitors have to eat so those feet “go under those food-laden tables”. Other shops help advertise the shows because the work of the artisans pique the interest of those shoppers who, in turn, want to visit places with quality work. Therefore, “shoes in shops” will put some “cash in the drawer”. At the recent Thanksgiving/Christmas Shows, all of thirteen days, there were approximately 42,000 visitors who went through the shows. Many having never heard of certain lodgings, favorite restaurants or specialty shops sprinkled throughout Gatlinburg, heard about them there.
The Original Best Italian Located in back of Elks Plaza shopping center, across Parkway from Hampton Inn & TGI Friday's in Gatlinburg between traffic lights 8 & 9 (865) 430-4090
Best Italian on the Parkway Between Aunt Mahalia's Candy & World Of Illusions between traffic lights 6 & 8 (865) 436-4345
What an advertising op! Working together, we have a cause, 'cause advertising together, we help us all.
Gary, PJ and Jane at Crystelle Creek Restaurant Brittney at Skiddy’s
Thank You to the staff of Crystelle Creek Restaurant for their support to Hidden Hills Animal Rescue. Front left to right- Jeff, Lori and Gus (the dog), Carol, Tony, Ricky, Brook Back left to right: Ramon, Mary,Mykael, Ben, Andrea, and Brent
Does he look comfy at Hidden Hills Animal Rescue
Camo & Liz at Hidden Hills Animal Rescue
Cyndy, Betsy and Liz at Crystelle Creek Restaurant
Josh & Logan at Greenbrier Restaurant
Johnny and Janine at Crystelle Creek Restaurant
The Turmeric Apple Cider Vinegar Shot You'll Want To Do Every Morning “Turmeric is one of the most anti-inflammatory herbs in existence. One of the most inflammation-causing genes is COX-2, and scientists have worked for decades to discover a drug that can inhibit it. It’s not been easy, but believe it or not, turmeric has proved to be a strong and nontoxic COX-2 inhibitor. We love turmeric," they explain. "The bright yellow pigment and active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, and it has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Our dear friend professor Stig Bengmark thinks of turmeric as containing a small, complete soccer team of strong antiinflammatory antioxidants. Stig compares curcumin to the superstar forward, Maradona. However, curcumin is also a team player, and in order for it to be absorbed by
your body, it needs some help. But don’t worry, there are several tricks available to enhance turmeric absorption and boost its benefits.” The ingredients are designed to work synergistically together. "First of all, freshly ground black pepper will increase the bioavailability of curcumin, which basically means that it makes it possible for the body to absorb the curcumin. Piperine is the key active ingredient in black pepper, and according to various studies, it’s said to help make curcumin more bioavailable. Our second trick is to add some fat to the recipe. Turmeric is fat-soluble, which means it dissolves in fat, and some studies suggest that curcumin in turmeric is more easily absorbed when taken with fat.”
Turmeric Apple Cider Vinegar Shot 100 mL (2/5 cup) juice of your choice (if you’re hardcore, go for plain water) 1 tablespoon ground turmeric ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground cloves 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil (I’m going to use flax seed oil) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Stir together all ingredients, then shoot! Follow with a big glass of water. Take 1 to 2 times a day, in the morning or evening.
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Hidden Hills Animal Rescue would like to thank the following local businesses for their support: Crystelle Creek Restaurant 1654 East Parkway, Gatlinburg Foot Gear 1004 Parkway, #301, Gatlinburg Ober Gatlinburg 1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg Misty Mountain Soap 601 Glades Road, (Morning Mist Village) Gatlinburg 849 Glades Road, (Covered Bridge) Gatlinburg The Smiths 680 Glades Road, #2, Gatlinburg Kountry Antics 600 Glades Road, # 2, Gatlinburg Fowler’s Clay Works 1402 E. Parkway, #10, Gatlinburg Christmas Eve 170 Glades Road, #25, Gatlinburg Gatlinburg Elks Lodge #1925 968 Parkway #7, Gatlinburg Chef JDs LLC 600 Glades Road #4, Gatlinburg
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Heartwood Galleries 1450 E. Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738 (865) 661-6207
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“Your Art is Where Our Heart Is” Largest selection of sculptured wood artifacts in Galinburg DIRECTIONS: In
Gatlinburg turn onto Route 321 at traffic light #3. Go 3 miles. We are on the right.
Come in Enjoy FREE tasting
Happy New Year everyone! I am in hopes that your Christmas was everything that you hoped for and more!
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I have been truly blessed this Christmas by new people inviting me into their lives and warming my heart, thank you. Now I know that this New Year will bring many new beginnings and closures that have been over due in my life. So, let me start with an old family recipe.
samplings of Chef JDs Award Winning Sauce & Marinade!
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By Chef JD
A Fed Bear is a
This is the first time I am giving this recipe out. Why, because I will no longer make this for any reason. W h y, b e c a u s e m a k i n g t i n y meatballs bothers my hands. Therefore, you now have the pleasure in making it yourself. This recipe is actually made differently from my Grandmama's. She used three types of meats; lamb, veal & pork, I do not, I use free range, all natural Bison. However, if you wish to use those meats, just use 1/3 pound of each, or simply buy a pound each mix them together, add the next four ingredients, blend & divide into thirds. From there you can make the smaller meatballs for the soup, bigger ones for pasta later on, or just freeze the other 2/3s for another time. Italian Wedding Soup Ingredients: 1 pound Bison 2 tablespoon Breadcrumbs
Okay, Let’s Get Cooking ! 1 tablespoon Parmesan 1/2 teaspoon Basil 1 teaspoon Onion Powder 6 cups Chicken Broth 2 cups Chopped Spinach 1/2 cup Carrot, finely chopped 1/2 cup Orzo Pasta*, uncooked
Is the meat we eat healthy for us? Is the farm raised fish good for us? Is breathing the air around us good for us, especially in this area? Are all the chemicals that we use good for us? How about the GMOs that make us think that gluten is bad for us?
Directions: Preheat oven to 350°
The list goes on and on folks... However, I like the latest trend from the Doctors, “you are pre-diabetic.” Guess what people; everyone is at one point or another during the day. You have a soda, your sugar levels go up. You have some pasta, bread, corn, carrots, juice, and list goes on, your sugar levels will be up. So are you a diabetic? NO! Bottom line is, either you are a diabetic or not, there is no in between.
Mix together top 5 ingredients. Shape into 1 inch balls & place on parchment papered sheet pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from oven. Place next 3 ingredients in to large pot, bring to a boil then add Orzo, stir and bring to a simmer. Add meat balls and continue to simmer until Orzo is fully cooked, about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve with fresh Parmesan & fresh Bread. * Orzo is pasta that is shaped like a fat grain of rice. Some stores mistaken it as rice and have it in their rice isle. Other stores do not carry it. Therefore, I would look for the Orzo first. Okay, now I must say a few things that have been bothering me for some time now. For one, we all know that sugar is not healthy for you (especially processed sugar), but these days nothing truly is, is it? For instance, is the water we drink healthy for us?
In other words my good people, whatever you do in your life, do in moderation. There is nothing out there or you can do that is good for you if you over do it, correct? Example; you can even drown if you drink too much water... Okay I'm finished for now. In closing, for those that do not know: My store “Chef JDs,” will be closed from the 7th to the 17th of January. Then I will only be open Thursday thru Saturday from 10 to 4pm, (open Valentine's Day), until mid March. After that, I will be back to my normal hours. Come see me! 600 Glades Rd #4, Gatlinburg, TN Chef JD
TVA Discovers New Fish Species in Tennessee River Watershed Tennessee. DNA testing confirmed the newly identified species, which grows to be four to six inches in length. TVA Spokesperson Scott Fiedler said the fish plays a large role in the regional environment despite its small size.
Credit Tennessee Valley Authority
Tennessee Valley Authority biologists say they have identified a new fish species. The Percina apina, or Logperch, was discovered during a water survey in Duck River tributary streams located in middle
“It’s a bellwether fish that let’s us know how stream health is and our TVA team goes out, monitors about 700 locations across the valley, and gives scores on health. Fish this like tells us that this river system is doing well,” said Fiedler. To hunt for food, the fish need silt-free water to flip over pieces of rocky sediment. Their diet includes blackfly, caddisfly, mayfly and stonefly insect larvae found at the bottom of rivers.
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