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A magazine for the people of Farragut, West Knoxville & surrounding communities.
MasterCraft
Wins 2015 IndustryWeek’s Best Plant Award
A Story Of Perseverance Glen & Mary Summitt
Volume 2, 2015
A magazine for the people of Farragut, West Knoxville & surrounding communities.
Seasonal Culinary Inspirations Truffle Ricotta Cheese Recipe With Chef Deron Little
KIPPY BROWN Behind The Scenes With
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DR. HAROLD BLACK
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GROWING PRO EAST TENNESSEE COMPANY TURNS SURPRISE DISCOVERY INTO BLACK GOLD FOR GROWERS! At Proton Power, we’re proud to introduce our first soil amendment product: Pro-C Carbon Soil Enhancer. Researchers were stunned by the dramatic growth (400% & 800% respectively) of poplar trees after Pro-C was introduced to the soil. From this discovery, we set out to create the best, most natural line of sustainable soil products available for gardeners, nurseries, farmers and arborists.
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Three rows of poplar trees were planted March 7, 2014. This photo was taken only six months later. The native clay soil in rows #1 and #3 were amended with 40- and 10-tons-per-acre application rates of Pro-C™ Carbon Soil Enhancer. Our test Row #2 received zero amendments. You can see the difference the Pro-C makes. 2
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A HAPPY SURPRISE. We discovered soil needs carbon to help it retain water and nutrients, prevent compaction and promote healthy roots. The rich,black carbon in Pro-C transforms soil, altering its physical structure. Pro-C is ideal for ornamentals, vegetables, herbs, trees and turfgrass.
TOTALLY NATURAL. MADE IN EAST TENNESSEE. Here’s the best part: Pro-C is made by carbonizing renewable organics like wood and grass. Nothing artificial. Pro-C is a safe and natural product made right here in the Knoxville area. When you buy Pro-C, you’re not only getting long-term gain in soil fertility, you’re investing in the local economy. ADD PRO-C TO YOUR GARDEN TODAY.
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Wins “Blue Ribbon Small Business Award” Proton Power has just received the Blue Ribbon Small Business Award, a national honor bestowed upon small businesses by the United States Chamber of Commerce. The award is only given to only 100 businesses nationwide and is judged by many factors, including strategic planning, employee development, customer service and community involvement. As if this honor was not enough to fuel their incredible momentum, Proton Power is now eligible for the Dream Big Small Business of the Year Award. On March 9th, regional finalists will be chosen from 2016’s 100 Blue Ribbon Award winners. The winning business will receive a $10,000 cash prize and the acclaim and prestige that goes with such an honor. Proton Power will hold its breath while the decision is made, while still maintaining the level of quality and ingenuity that brought them the honor in the first place. Proton Power is truly a business that Knoxvillians can be proud of, a rising star that is now being recognized on the national level. Looking past their brilliant engineering and modern business practices, what we should be most proud of is the deeply rooted stake they have in the community and the grand vision to make the world a more sustainable place. We certainly expect great things from them in the future, and congratulate them once again for such a monumental achievement. SPRING 2016 FARRAGUT LIFE
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Southern Market An Interiors Marketplace
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features
A Picture Of Perseverance Discover A Local Couple’s War-Time Love Story
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Sarah Harris: Twirling To Success
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Southern Comedy Henry Cho Keeps It Clean
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The Furniture You Want
WHOLESALE
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8 From The Publisher
Azaleas
44 Farragut Life Day Trip Grandfather Mountain
MasterCraft
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72 We Love It!
Wins 2015 IndustryWeek Best Plant Award!
Facebook: Find Your Park Look Out For Cindy Moser!
Tennessee’s Rodeo Queen
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Deaf, Deaf, Oral Deaf
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A Tour Of The USS Farragut
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PUBLISHER
The Bingham Group
Letter From The Publisher As the cold, dreary days of winter melt into spring, I feel renewed and refreshed to see the first daffodils spring up and the birds sing their sweet melodies for the first time in months. Easter is always a beautiful season of hope, reflection and renewal for me. In this edition of Farragut Life, you will learn about Glen and Mary Summitt, an incredible story about a soldier and his wife who endured great hardship during the World War II era. You will also discover the stunning showroom at Knoxville Wholesale Furniture, East Tennessee’s largest furniture retail store. You will hear a mother’s innermost thoughts in the story, “Deaf, Deaf, Oral Deaf,” and learn how she coped upon discovering her baby boy was born deaf. Next, you can read about the community garden at the Davis Family YMCA and discover how just an idea and 100 pounds of produce grew into a major highlight in the Farragut community. You will learn how Knoxville local, Sarah Harris, became Miss Majorette of America and accomplished her dreams of joining the University of Oklahoma as their feature twirler. In this edition, you will also meet Rodeo Queen, Kelsey Hawkins, and read about her amazing success story. These are just a few of the many stories you will find in this edition of Farragut Life. There are so many talented people and beautiful places to discover in East Tennessee. As we welcome in the breathtaking colors of spring, I hope you are reminded of the wonderful promise of new life that we find in the Easter season. I am so happy to be sharing another year of Farragut Life with all of our wonderful readers. As always, I want to offer a special thanks to all of our advertisers, readers and subscribers who continue to make this publication possible. We are so thankful for you.
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Knoxville Wholesale Furniture: The Furniture You Want!
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here is nothing better than supporting a local, family-owned business. We have many such businesses based in East Tennessee, and Knoxville Wholesale Furniture is certainly one worth checking out. Voted best furniture store in the city by CityView Magazine and Knox News Sentinel, Knoxville Wholesale Furniture has been bringing you the furniture you want since Tim Harris started with his first store in 1992. Clearly, those in our area appreciate the huge selection at Knoxville Wholesale Furniture’s two locations and clearance center. In mattresses alone, the
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Knoxville Wholesale Furniture has thousands of accessories for your home, including beautiful flower arrangements that look and feel incredibly realistic and will stay beautiful all year long.
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M A RQU ESA B E R N H A R D T Knoxville Wholesale Furniture’s newest line is Marquesa by Bernhardt, a neo-traditional collection by Bernhardt. While European elements are distinctly recognizable, Marquesa carves out its own modern path: oak solids and veneers carry a low-sheen Gray Cashmere finish for a rustic modern feel. Sleek forms are paired with delicate shapes, evidence of Marquesa’s graceful restraint. Decorative metal grille work in a Hearthstone finish is present throughout the collection over wood, glass and antiqued mirror, while a graphite finished metal is featured on key forms. Hardware is blackened silver finish that works flawlessly with unique accents such as metal rosettes, silver leaf eglomise with a silver outline and fretwork detail in a Moorish tile motif. This unique mix of finishes, materials and fabrics combines to create an appealing earthly palette. In the end, Marquesa by Bernhardt is a complex collection, one that exudes luxury while remaining elegantly understated.
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Shapes abound in headboards. hardware or metal overlays. These uncommon forms bring movement to any room, while mirrored glass on signature pieces makes spaces seem bigger, providing bounces of light. C H I L D R E N ’ S F U R N I T U R E • PA U L A D E E N E • T R I S H A Y E A R W O O D • T H O U S A N D S O F A C C E S S O R I E S
Custom Upholstery Have a dream in your head of custommade furniture that suits your unique style? Knoxville Wholesale Furniture and its team of professional interior designers will help you turn your decorating vision into a beautiful reality. You’ll have over 65 sofa styles and more than 10,000 fabrics and colors to choose from. Our selection and high quality is unsurpassed. When you’re thinking of custom designs and making sure the look is your very own, come to Knoxville Wholesale Furniture. In addition to their custom upholstery lines, Knoxville Wholesale Furniture has a total of over 150 sofas on display, most of which are ready for immediate delivery.
Furniture As Unique As You Are!
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65 CUSTOM SOFAS ON THE FLOOR
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Trisha Yearwood Knoxville Wholesale Furniture features collections from names we in the South both know and love. Trisha Yearwood’s collection pairs timeless charm and classic, comfortable design. As someone who travels a lot, Trisha understands the importance of time spent at home. The creation of the Trisha Yearwood Home Collection is more than just Southern inspiration; it’s a way of life expressed in the craftsmanship of every piece.
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Trisha’s Custom Upholstery is North Carolina Made!
A collection of inspirations from Trisha combining a warm, Southern style with a classic twist for some truly remarkable and timeless designs. From her Southern roots to her vast travels comes a heartfelt collection of authentic designs with form and functionality at the core of every piece. A special recipe for living centered around Southern hospitality and a welcoming place at the table, or in the living room, for you and your guests. Knoxville Wholesale Furniture keeps most of Trisha’s furniture in stock and ready to deliver.
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Paula Deen
Knoxville Wholesale Furniture also showcases traditional Southern comfort with Paula Deen’s Home Collection. With her popular country chic style, Paula Deen makes it easy to own classic, affordable pieces that will bring any room together. Knoxville Wholesale Furniture invites you to shop the entire collection from bedroom furniture to dining room pieces, tables and desks. Come home to Southern hospitality with the Paula Deen Home Collection.
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The Largest Patio Gallery In East Tennessee! One of the latest trends in outdoor living is creating natural extensions of indoor living spaces. This includes outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, bars and plush seating. Knoxville Wholesale Furniture has an array of outdoor furniture and accessories to complement any outdoor living space.
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Accessories Galore! KWF just purchased an entire container of rustic, handmade furniture from reclaimed wood, dining rooms, bedroom furniture and many accent pieces.
With over 220,000 square feet of furniture available at wholesale prices, we are able to offer East Tennessee more than sixty top name brands, like Paula Deen, Flexsteel, Lane, Bernhardt, Trisha Yearwood, Serta, Simmons Beautyrest and many more. By purchasing furniture by the truckload, we do not pay full price, and neither will you. We have over twelve million dollars of furniture in stock and ready for immediate delivery. We also offer flexible financing options with no one turned down for credit. Come by today and visit one of our beautiful superstores. WEST KNOXVILLE:
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MasterCraft Honored
With 2015 IndustryWeek Best Plants Award On January 19th, 2016, MasterCraft Boats joined the list of very elite companies being named the 2015 IndustryWeek Best Plants, a prestigious award honoring operational excellence in leading-edge manufacturing facilities across North America. For over two decades, the IndustryWeek Best Plants award has recognized companies that have successfully implemented strategies to increase competitiveness, enhance customer satisfaction and foster stimulating work environments. The goal is for other companies to then emulate these best practices. Highly respected, U.S.-based manufacturers such as Harley Davidson, Lockheed Martin and Toyota have won this honor in the past. “MasterCraft is honored to earn the 2015 IndustryWeek Best Plants award and be recognized among these elite manufacturing facilities,” said Terry McNew, President and CEO of MasterCraft. “Across the company, we continue to set new benchmarks for operational excellence and establish best practices in manufacturing. Our dedicated employees, management team and board members each were instrumental in the company earning this award.”
One of the key drivers for MasterCraft was its successful employee empowerment program, an ongoing company-wide initiative that encourages factory line workers to suggest improvements to the production process. More than 13,000 employeegenerated improvements were implemented over the course of the last fiscal year alone. The positive results can be readily seen across the company’s operating metrics, including an improved first-pass quality yield of close to 75% and a significant reduction in warranty costs. MasterCraft is able to offer an industry-leading, five-year, bow-to-stern warranty, and the company’s customer satisfaction index bested the national average three years in a row.
MasterCraft also remains the only marine manufacturer to achieve three separate ISO certifications for Quality, Environmental and Safety management systems. ISO certifications remain the international standard for quality management systems with independent third party verification and more than 60 years of best practices used as criteria to obtain these endorsements. MasterCraft will be profiled in an upcoming issue of IndustryWeek Magazine as well as honored during the 2016 IndustryWeek Manufacturing and Technology Conference and Expo to be held in early May. For more information regarding MasterCraft, please visit www.MasterCraft.com.
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WELCOME SPRING! Dress up the porch for early gatherings with a vibrant arrangement made from scratch! To begin, you’ll need one household urn. Use tulips, roses, and other greenery to accentuate the piece with a variety of colors and textures in the body. You can even throw a cabbage in for extra flair! Don’t forget to add some blue delphinium for height. Finally, finish off the look by draping some greenery off the side!
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Community Gardening At The Davis Family YMCA Written By Caroline Duvall
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he Davis Family YMCA in Farragut, Tennessee, has doubled their community garden produce over the past 3 years. What began as a project idea with a few raised garden beds has grown to include natural composting, hydroponic systems and 2 other YMCA locations. The Davis Family YMCA is over 162 years old. “It’s the 4th longest running Y in the country,” Kim Ballard says. When Ellen Morar approached Kim about launching the community garden in 2012, Kim advised her to write a grant for the initial funding. The community garden received a $1,000 grant from Walmart to pay for materials and the first seeds. “I grew up on a farm,” Ellen says. “But I had forgotten a lot of what I knew about farming. It was not as successful as we hoped it would be.” The first garden resulted in about 100 pounds of produce, which the Davis YMCA donated
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to after school childcare programs for healthy snacks. “It was a good learning experience!” Ellen remembers. Ellen has been a part of the Davis YMCA for several years. What began as a membership turned into a part-time job that allowed her to teach Pilates and Spin classes. “I offered to help with the gardens because I was a part of the group that knew how to do it. Then it grew into a full-time job!” While her involvement with the YMCA initially began as a membership, it has now become a part of her life. “The Y is a great place to work with the community,” Ellen says. In January of 2013, Ellen was contacted by an anonymous member of the community. After telling him about their small success, he offered to donate the knowledge and equipment to install a complete hydroponics system to the community garden. This would increase
their garden produce while saving space and resources. Hydroponics is an amazing way to grow vegetables using nutrient-rich water in the place of soil. Once the Davis YMCA implemented the hydroponic system, their produce for that year exceeded 1,100 pounds. As the garden grew, so did the community involvement. The Davis YMCA included their after school students in garden activities. For the children attending Summer Camps, working in the garden is one of the most popular activities. “We bring kids out from school groups, or get children involved whose parents are working out for an hour at the Y. They are a great help!” Ellen said. While the most active gardening seasons are during Spring, Summer and Fall, Ellen says even in Winter there is plenty of planning to do. “It is a full-time job.
Not only is there planting, weeding and harvesting, but we offer Master Gardener Classes where residents can learn how to begin their own gardens.” As the garden entered its third year at the Davis YMCA, Ellen and her volunteers expanded it to include 12 raised beds and 3 hydroponic systems. With the hydroponics fully underway, the 2014 community garden crop produced 2,200 pounds of produce, double the amount of produce from the previous year. “Even people who cannot physically help us garden want to be involved,” Ellen says. “Now we offer classes for people to learn the difference between good bugs and bad bugs. They can learn if their soil is viable for vegetable growth. We can teach them how to grow a garden according to square footage, how to water and create their own compost.” What began as an idea and just 100 pounds of produce has now become a major highlight in the Farragut Community. In 2015, Ellen helped to organize projectrelated work days to expand the garden.
After building additional raised beds and installing more donated hydroponics systems, the Davis Family YMCA grew an astonishing 4,400 pounds of produce that they donated right back to the community.
have also researched pollinator gardens.” In addition to gardening and generating compost on site, the community garden houses two ‘Bee Hotels’ to help with local pollination.
“Several of our YMCA members are involved with local churches and helping with food pantries, so we knew exactly where the produce should go,” Ellen said. “We have 5 area food banks that we donate the produce to.” The Davis Family YMCA has a place where members can donate produce they have purchased, which involves members of the community who may not be able to help in the garden.
Last year, Ellen and Director Pam Williams expanded produce donations to children in the area who may not always get fresh fruit and vegetables in their diet. “The idea was to teach them how to use vegetables in all their meals,” Pam says. “They enjoyed it, we enjoyed it! We made zucchini pizza, cucumber sandwiches and kale smoothies.”
The Community Garden also receives items that may have passed their expiration date. “A lot of items from Walmart, Kroger and Trader Joe’s that have passed the consumption date, like bagged salads, go directly back into our compost bin.”
“We gave them plates that show good portion control, they are divided into fruits and veggies, proteins and grains. They also got seeds to take home and watch them grow.” Ellen, Pam and the Davis YMCA served over 400 children in the community last year.
The Davis Family YMCA is also involving local Boy Scout and Girl Scout Troops in the community garden. “Two Eagle Scout Projects involved researching and growing plants that are native to the area. They
Pam moved to Farragut from Louisiana with her family back in 2003. “I missed my family, I got involved with the YMCA here and began taking classes. Then they asked it I would be interested in part-time
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work, so I did. It was the perfect fit for me,” Pam says. “It’s the perfect job, what it stands for, and what it does. I’m very fortunate to be able to work here.” With over 500 volunteer hours clocked in the community garden last year, the Davis Family YMCA is certainly doing something right. Roughly 2,030 people attend the Master Gardener classes each week, which run from February through October on Mondays at 1pm.
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Davis Family YMCA offers line dancing classes, bridge tables, Mahjong tables, youth sports including soccer and swim lessons, as well as hosting several home school PE sessions.
Kim Ballard, who oversees several of the YMCAs in East Tennessee, is pleased that the community gardens are doing so well. She is working on implementing a hydroponics system on the roof of the Downtown Knoxville YMCA and has several beds flourishing at the Cansler Family location.
Looking forward, Kim and the community garden staff at the Davis YMCA are optimistic about 2016. With plans to grow the Alzheimer’s Core Group, Community Garden and summer camp attendance, it may be the biggest year yet. “We want to have a garden at each location and plan to add beds to the Maynardville and Bob Temple YMCAs.” Kim says. “It has been so successful and so well loved here, we have members who offer to purchase seeds and donate lights to start seedlings. Even though they can’t work in the garden, they want to support it any way they can.”
“We want to get the community involved,” Kim says. “That’s the whole idea. There are programs year-round for people of all ages.” In addition to the community garden and classes, a swimming pool with water aerobics and a fully equipped gym, the
“Anything will help,” Ellen says. “The more the merrier!” The community garden is operated solely on donations and grants. Visit the YMCA website today and learn how to get involved. www.ymcaknoxville.org
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Written By Gayle Fisher
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f you have lived in the South for longer than 3 years, there is an unwritten rule stating that you must own an azalea. Azaleas arrived to the South from Japan in the 1800s and became an instant favorite. Azaleas are not your polite, retiring Southern belles; they are in-your-face vibrant harlots. Azaleas belong to the Rhododendron genus, which has over 900 species. There is a large range of colors, including pink, white, red, salmon and lavender; they are born on funnel-shaped blooms. When choosing your azaleas, be sure that you purchase them while blooming. It is disappointing to water and care for a group of azaleas through summer, fall and winter, then to have one explode in a shocking red the following year when all her neighbors were the lovely shade of purple you had chosen. Because their color is so vivid, you need to plan carefully. To be safe, choose plants of one color so they won’t clash. If you have to have a combination, limit it to no more than two colors, which harmonize with similar shades of the same color. Pastels and whites are the easiest to work with. Local discount stores have azaleas for sale at unbelievable prices, like $1.50 for a one-gallon stick plant. These can be great for naturalizing your woods, but remember that bloom times vary, so your display could be sporadic. Azaleas look best when planted in graceful sweeps.
These painted ladies will perform for years with the proper planting and maintenance. Azaleas like acid soil with a ph of 5.5 to 6. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, and make sure that your soil drains. Lousy drainage is the number one killer of azaleas. Azaleas need lots of organic matter. Thoroughly mix leaf mold, aged grass clipping, wood chips or peanut hulls with soil, then toss this mixture into the hole before planting. Unlike most plants, azaleas can be planted almost 2 inches above the ground level. Azaleas are shallow rooted and moisture loving. Make sure that you mulch to retain moisture, to protect from the cold and to prevent weeds. They’ll need a soaking once a week for the first year. Light shade is also important. After blooming, some the petals will turn brown and stick to the bush. If you can’t stand this ugly stage, you can sweep the dead blooms off with a kitchen broom.
These Southern streetwalkers can be seen blooming in our yards each spring. The only thing that can stop them is a late spring freeze. Azaleas are not heavy feeders, and since they are shallow rooted, fertilizer can burn new roots. In the spring after they have flowered, use a slow release 12-5-9 fertilizer. This will keep your plants looking their best. Epsom salt is hydrated magnesium, and working a small bit into the soil around each plant will acidify the soil and provide magnesium. You can also just buy azalea fertilizer.
Expect your standard azalea to grow six feet tall and six feet wide. Unfortunately, everyone has seen them pruned into a square when they become too large for a foundation planting around a house. Hybrids come in all sizes now, so it is easier to choose a plant to fit your location. Pruning should occur after they have finished blooming. Don’t prune after the first of July, or you’ll be cutting off next year’s flowers. Dead branches can be pruned at anytime. We have azaleas growers in our area so that we don’t have to buy Florida azaleas. Look for a local grower so that your plants won’t be shocked or die when the temperature drops to -10 degrees.
A soft spring rain and beautiful azaleas is the perfect setting for relaxing in a rocking chair on the porch. Get a tall glass of sweet iced tea with a sprig of mint. This makes for an afternoon of just enjoying being alive. Or in Scarlet O’Hara’s case, “I won’t think about that now. I’ll think about that tomorrow.” After the azaleas stop blooming.
The azaleas that we are the most familiar with are the evergreen type, meaning that they keep their leaves in the winter. Recently I’ve noticed more native azaleas (deciduous) available to the public. They are not as particular about soil acidity and winter shade, but they are more sensitive to summer heat.
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A Picture of Perseverance Glen And Mary Summitt Face The Struggles Of The World War II Era With Love & Courage.
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ast Tennessee resident, Glen Summitt, was drafted into the U.S. Army in March of 1945, leaving his family to complete basic training at Camp Blanding, Florida, with a unit scheduled to invade Japan. During Glen’s initial training, the United States dropped two atomic bombs in Hiroshima. World War II was over, and Glen’s camp was deactivated. Japan’s surrender began Glen’s long journey across the States, the ocean and much of Europe. On April 1st, 1946, Glen sailed to Europe, settling in Lenzing, Austria. “In Austria, my unit was responsible for ID checkpoints. The language barrier caused a lot of problems,” Glen remembers. “I
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found a German-English dictionary, which we used to communicate.” On the 4th of July that same year, Glen joined a group of soldiers heading to Vöcklabruck to celebrate. “There were two girls standing outside the movie theatre entrance,” Glen said. “They could not get inside without tickets. So, we began talking, and I told them I could trade cigarettes for movie tickets.” Glen told one girl, Mary, to come back the following night so they could
see a film. Mary was shocked. “I can’t have anything to do with you,” she said. “You’re an American soldier.” Mary was only 19 years old then, and Glen was 20. The following night, Glen returned to the movie theatre and found Mary. “I don’t know why he picked me,” Mary remembers. “I was so young. The girl I was with was a blonde and more mature than I was. I looked like a board.” True to his word, Glen traded a few cigarettes for movie tickets, and they went inside to watch a silent film featuring Charlie Chaplin. “I knew she was the girl I was going to marry,” Glen stated.
Above is Josef Schachinger, far right in photo, at age 19. He was born January 21, 1902. At left is Irmgard at age 2 with her parents, Franziska and Josef Schachinger.
Irmgard Schachinger Grew Up In Austria During Hitler’s Rise To Power Although they were only a few months apart, Glen and Mary had lived very different lives. From a young age, Mary was exposed to the horrors of World War II. At 11 years old, Mary’s father Josef was drafted and taken to the Russian front. Josef was soon taken prisoner at Leningrad and held for several years after the end of the war. Growing up as an only child, Mary was reared as a Roman Catholic and enjoyed skiing to school in the winter and biking in the summer. After her father was taken, Mary and her mother struggled to survive. “We had a hard time making our payments,” Mary said. “When I was 14, I had to go to work. My mother cried a lot. I remember that.”
Above is Josef Schachinger; the photograph is dated after 1947. At left is the Golden Loyal Nobility award certificate presented to Mary’s father, Josef, for his longstanding membership with the Retiree Association of Austria.
Above is Josef Schachinger while in the Army, dated 1940. At left is Irmgard. When she was 7 years old, she became very sick, and her parents had feared that she would not make it and was given last rights. At right is Josef with a neighbor, Mr. Ahamer.
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At left is Irmgard at her communion April 19th, 1936. Top left is Irmgard’s mother Franziska in front of their house, 1957. Above right is the school at Regau near Vöcklabruck, Austria, where Irmgard went to school. Below are pictures from Mary and Glen’s wedding.
During those years without her father, Mary only had one pair of old ski shoes that she wore to school year round. “Everything was rationed,” Mary remembers. “We had coupons to buy things, but when I needed shoes, I was told no. I also needed a coat, because in the winter, the temperature would drop to -15 degrees.” Mary’s mother took an old blanket and made her a coat of many colors, like Joseph’s coat from the Bible. “I was fine after that,” Mary said. “I didn’t freeze to death, and I went to
school when the snow was knee deep. We practically starved though, like the poor little kids you see on television–that was me.”
at least five blood tests taken. We had to keep multiple copies of everything to prove we were legitimate.”
When Glen and Mary left the movie theatre that night, they stood in the hallway and talked for another hour. Glen would be stationed in Austria for another year, so they began filing the necessary paperwork to become legally married
The papers were eventually approved by President Harry Truman. “It took about a year to get everything sorted and to be given final approval,” Glen said. “During that year, my unit was sent to the States where we converted to Military Police (MP). I was assigned to Wels, Austria, when Mary’s father came home from prison camp. Mary came to Wels and worked in the PX selling the stars and stripes.”
“We had to receive permission from doctors, chaplains from Baptist and Catholic churches, get clearance from several city offices, my commanding officer and several separate agencies’ approvals!” Glen says. “Mary had
Mary’s father, Josef, was very sick upon his return. He was sent home from Russia because of spots on his lungs from working in poor conditions around asbestos. The doctor thought he had Tuberculosis. The Red Cross kept him for a few days. He wore the only pair of shorts he had, and he owned nothing else. Mary told her father that she was engaged to an American soldier.
Top left: An overhead view of Vöcklabruck, where Mary grew up. Mary worked in the hospital before she met Glen. Across from the hospital was a bluff with an opening to an underground shelter; her job was to take the babies down to the shelter and protect them from the bombing raids. Mother Superior Berta, who cared for Irma as a girl, at Salzburg Hospital. Glen Summitt, standing 5th from left, with his regiment at Camp Blanding, Florida, 1945. Glen Summitt at Camp Blending, Florida, in 1945. At far right is Josef Schachinger with prize-winning rabbits.
“My father told me that I belonged to someone else and that he couldn’t help me now,” Mary remembers. Glen and Mary were wed on July 17th, 1947, and went to their upstairs home in Wels for cake and coffee. “My best men were there and all of our neighbors. Our transportation was a buggy pulled by a black and white horse,” Glen said. Despite their differences in culture, the effects of the war and the extensive paperwork, the young couple was happily married and began their lives together. Glen and Mary were expecting their first child when the Russians threatened a blockade in Vienna. They had ceased all forms of land traffic in Berlin, and supplies had to be flown in. The U.S. Army began to dispatch more troops throughout the town. “My unit was ordered to go,” Glen said. “I mentioned this to one of Mary’s co-workers, who was the daughter of the town Commander, Colonel Hupfer. She said, “You can’t go. I’m going to tell my mother,” and she did just that. She called the General’s wife, and the next day, I was transferred to the unit remaining in town,” Glen said.
On May 6th, 1948, their daughter, Jo-Ann, was born on a cold, snowy day, weighing almost 10 pounds. During Mary’s pregnancy, the couple often went to the Service Club for their favorite drink, “chocolate toddy,” which Glen blames for Jo-Ann’s healthy weight. After bringing her home from the Army hospital in Linz, Glen and Mary began looking for a new place to live. Glen’s Army Unit wanted him to enlist, but Glen had other plans. “I chose to come home and be a civilian again,” he said. “I had to return to the States for six months, but I did not receive assurance that I could come back to Wels, or I probably would have stayed in the service.” Glen received orders to travel to Frankfurt, Germany, but would be traveling without his papers. “Mary’s parents saw us off; it was very hard. They did not want to let Jo-Ann go.” On August 16th, 1948, Glen, Mary and Jo-Ann took a train and stayed in Frankfurt. “My temporary orders never arrived,” Glen remembers. “Mary and I ate a lot of chili. We had to beg for graham crackers for Jo-Ann to eat, and we could not go in the
PX without a pass.” On August 28th, Glen and his family boarded a military plane to Paris, France, where they bought a bottle of Chanel No. 5 perfume. When they landed, Mary discovered the bottle had broken in the suitcase, and all they had left were several good-smelling diapers. The Summitts then traveled to Azories, Newfoundland, then to the Army base at Westover Field, Massachusetts. The entrance fee to the United States was $6.00. Before leaving the plane, it was sprayed down with an insecticide. Mary thought that they were going to be poisoned and covered Jo-Ann’s mouth with a diaper before realizing that the powder was harmless. “We were finally processed and put on a bus,” Glen said. “We were still in our wool clothes from traveling. It was over 100 degrees when we arrived.” Glen spent the night with the male soldiers, while Mary and Jo-Ann stayed with the other women. They had no food or milk for Jo-Ann. Glen took some sugar and milk from the mess hall to give her. The next morning, Glen found his family, and they boarded a train and finally got a meal.
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From left to right: Summitt Family with Mary’s parents. Portraits of Jo-Ann and Ricky Summitt. Glen on mail route in Loudon. Mary with students at Hiwassee.
Glen received temporary orders for his family and their suitcases, and they began their journey back to Sweetwater, Tennessee. “One and a half days later, we were in Sweetwater!” he said. “We stayed in the hotel, James Monroe, while Mary and Jo-Ann cleaned up and went to find some food.” Finally, after hours of traveling by plane, boat, train and bus, the Summitts arrived to Glen’s home unannounced on September 2nd, 1948. “I had not been home for 2 years,” Glen remembers. “My sister was breaking beans on the porch when the taxi pulled in. She stood up and screamed, ‘That’s Glen!’ We were finally home!” Glen, Mary and Jo-Ann visited with his family for the next month. “We went to movies, and I showed my wife and daughter off,” he said. At the end of the month, Glen reported to Fort Knox, Kentucky, for three more months of Army service, while Mary and Jo-Ann stayed with his family. “When I arrived at Fort Knox, it was a chaotic scene and an awful mess. They were processing soldiers. Men were coming and going. A Sergeant told me to find an empty bunk and to watch my stuff.” While he was in the barracks, Glen became very ill with scarlet fever. After 2 shots of penicillin every day for 15 days, he was released from the Army hospital and assigned to a training company where he guarded prisoners. After completing his service, Glen was discharged and sent home on November 26th, 1948. With $80 of unemployment pay in his pocket, Glen and his family settled in Loudon. 38
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The young family rented a house for $45, and Glen began to look for work. Not long after moving in, Glen and Mary were informed that they needed to move. The house they were renting had been sold. “We had very little money, no insurance and now no place to go,” Glen said. Shoe Repair Shop, Oak Ridge & the US Post Office Soon after, the unemployment office asked Glen if he would like to learn a trade. Glen replied with a resounding, “Yes!” He said, “I was told to talk to Mr. Ferguson, and we came to an agreement. I worked there almost two years when he told me he was trying to make ends meet, and if I could find a job, I should take it.” Glen applied to several different places with no luck. After talking to a neighbor, Glen applied at Oak Ridge, and less than 90 days later, he was employed. While working at Oak Ridge, Glen enlisted in the National Guard, where he served from July of 1957 until retiring in July of 1986. After 9 years and 50 weeks at Oak Ridge, Glen was laid off in 1960. He soon got a job working for the U.S. Post Office in Loudon and later Concord, retiring from there in 1991. “After Jo-Ann was born, the doctors said that Mary could not have any more children.” Glen remembers. “In 1957, our doctor said it was fine.” Ricky Lynn was born on April 25th, 1958, at Loudon Hospital. He weighed only five pounds. As their children grew, Mary was able to return and visit Austria several times. She took Jo-Ann with her in 1954. While in Austria, she became ill and had her
appendix removed there at only six years old. Mary returned several times with Jo-Ann and Ricky. Her last visit was to bury her father, Josef, in 1988. Mary taught in several schools in Loudon County and at Hiwassee College while Jo-Ann and Ricky grew up. She also went to school to receive her Masters in German, French and English as a second language with honors. “She didn’t think she had enough sense to go to college,” Glen says. “She was wrong.” Jo-Ann received her RN from St. Mary’s Nursing School and began a career that would allow her to work at Union University in Memphis, Presentation College at Aberdeen, S.D., Lakeview College in Danville, Illinois, and she now works at ETSU. Jo-Ann has a Doctorate in Education and is currently a nurse practitioner. She has a daughter, Ashley, who lives with her and her husband, John Marrs. Ricky has a consulting company located in Hardin Valley. After graduating from the University of Tennessee, he worked for Duke Power, Inc., which took him to Switzerland, France, Brazil and to many other companies in the U.S. to instruct and advise businesses on the safety and operations of nuclear power plants. Ricky has a Master’s degree in nuclear engineering. He and his wife Linda have a son, Eric, who currently attends the University of Tennessee. Despite all of the suffering and challenges Glen and Mary faced throughout the World War II era, their resilient spirit, unwavering character and love for one another carried them through the darkest days. It is their undying courage and bravery that inspires others to endure difficult times with grace and dignity. Glen and Mary Summitt are a true picture of perseverance in the darkest of days.
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Sarah Harris:
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he path to stardom is often long and winding...or, in the case of Sarah Harris, twirling. Sarah Harris’s story begins in Knoxville, Tennessee, where she attended Catholic High School and performed baton twirling routines during Irish home football games. While at Catholic, she won numerous awards – she was a two-time Miss Majorette of the South, three-time Miss Majorette of Tennessee in DMA and NBTA and even went on to be crowned Miss Majorette of America in the Intermediate Teenage division. But her dream, even in high school, was to twirl at the University of Oklahoma. Unfortunately, at the time Harris graduated, that position was already filled by senior Megan McGeary. For her freshman year, she opted to attend Alabama instead, where she twirled as a Crimsonette. Her sophomore year, Harris’s dreams were realized when she transferred to OU and became their feature twirler.
Sarah’s is a solo act – she performs by herself and even comes up with her own choreography and music. When it comes to her costumes, however, she has had assistance from an unlikely source – she claims her father, Knoxville Wholesale Furniture owner Tim Harris, has designed all but one of her outfits! Twirling isn’t Sarah’s only passion. She’s very active in her church, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and even pageantry. She was recently crowned Miss OU under the platform of personal empowerment. According to Harris, empowerment is about taking over your life and overcoming adversity, which she advocates during weekly visits to area schools. Although Sarah Harris left the land of orange for a sea of crimson, we are truly proud that someone of her superior talent and stellar character still calls East Tennessee home. Sarah is the daughter of Tim and Robin Harris.
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GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN Where Wonders Never Cease Written By Caroline Duvall | Photography By Helen Hopper & Hugh Morton
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Hiking enthusiasts will find diverse and challenging climbs with breathtaking views, or a chance to slow things down on an easy stroll around the park grounds. Families can learn about cougars and black bears from wildlife exhibits, or grab a bite to eat at Mildred’s Grill. There is even a fudge shop with Hershey’s ice cream for those looking to satisfy a sweet tooth, or for those who may want to bring home a tasty souvenir! Next to the incredible scenery, the Mile High Swinging Bridge is worth venturing across. Also known as the Singing Bridge, the structure sings like a harmonica when the wind blows across it. The Nature Museum features an amazing collection of Native American artifacts and natural stones and gems found in the area, as well as offering a little history behind original explorers like Daniel Boone and Andre Michaux. The museum displays
exhibits of natural birds and life-like wax replicas of native plants and flowers. Grandfather Mountain features engaging events year round, including daily naturalist talks called Nature on the Mountain, where visitors can learn about local plant and animal life from the experienced park staff. Over the weekend, the staff hosts Salamander Saturdays, where guests can learn about the unique animals hiding just below the soft moss along the trails. As the weather warms in the Spring and Summer, Grandfather Mountain invites guests to participate in a Naturalist Weekend, where visitors can join park staff in wildlife bird counts, wildflower walks, workshops and hiking for all ages. Naturalist Weekends are included with initial park admission. Grandfather Mountain also celebrates their wildlife animal birthdays with treats, games
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A Tour Of The USS Farragut
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o close the first year of Farragut Life Magazine, we published a story honoring the USS Farragut and her safe return from an 8-month deployment. The USS Farragut is a Naval Destroyer named after Admiral Farragut, who was born near Campbell Station in East Tennessee. After sending a copy of the article to the Captain, I was invited to come to the Mayport Naval Base in Jacksonville, Florida, to tour the ship and discuss the article. I brought my mother and father along to Mayport in late December, where my father was stationed for several years while serving in the Navy. It was a beautiful day, sunny and clear with a strong wind. We admired the massive ships, several of which were receiving fresh coats of grey paint.
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Written and Photographed By Caroline Duvall
Officer Schukis and Lieutenant Gachett met us as the gate and escorted us to the ship. After boarding the USS Farragut and climbing two ladders, we made our way down the narrow hall to a meeting room.
ship, the USS Hartford. The frame had a brass plaque on the front that read “Presented to the Officers & Crew of the USS Farragut (DDG 99) by the Town of Farragut, Tennessee.” It was amazing to see this piece of history come to life.
Here I was introduced to Captain Applebee and Command Master Chief Roberts. Captain Applebee asked us to sit down and poured our coffee. The table was set with beautiful white and blue china, and we enjoyed fresh fruit and yogurt while discussing the article.
After finishing our coffee, we thanked Captain Applebee, Lieutenant Gachett and Command Master Chief Roberts for their time and hospitality. Officer Schukis led us through the hallway to the Officer’s Wardroom and then to the bridge, where I was given permission to sit in the Captain’s chair overlooking the forward deck of the ship. We were joined by Chief Hays, who graciously answered our questions about the ship.
Hanging on the wall just behind the set table was a framed blue and white flag. Captain Applebee explained that it was the original signal flag from Admiral Farragut’s
Officers Shukis and Hays then led us through a maze of narrow hallways, up and down steep ladders, explaining the function of each gun and room on the Destroyer. We went out on the forward deck, saw the mess hall, the electrical room and the control room, where many of the Captain’s orders are carried out. Officer Shukis then brought us to the rear deck of the ship, which doubles as a helicopter pad. While deployed, the USS Farragut sails with two SH-60 Seahawk Helicopters and their crew of pilots. Each helicopter has a bay where the crew can perform maintenance and repairs. I couldn’t help but allow the phrase “ShipShape” to cross my mind. Everything we saw was immaculately clean and, just like the motto, “Prepared for Battle.” As Officer Shukis led us back to the Starboard (right) deck and the gang-plank, we were met by Captain Applebee once again. He generously allowed me to pose with him for a quick photo, and we said our farewells. The Mayport Fleet is the result of countless hours of discipline, dedication and service. The United States Navy has protected American freedom for over 240 years, and I am honored to have been present for a very small part of that amazing history. I would encourage you to send your own thank you to the men and women of the USS Farragut and let them know that their work does not go unnoticed. Who knows, you may even be invited for a tour of your own! Visit www.farragut.navy.mil to learn more.
Beginning at top right: Our view of the Mayport Naval Harbor from the bridge of the USS Farragut. The signal flag from Admiral Farragut’s ship, the USS Hartford. Photos of Admiral Farragut. Control panel on the bridge. Caroline’s mother, Charlene, and Chief Hays stand to the left.
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Above: Captain Applebee’s chair on the bridge; CO stands for Commanding Officer. Captain Applebee presented us with the USS Farragut Challenge Coin. Challenge Coins date back to early military history and are awarded based on membership or to commemorate special occasions. Bottom left to right: The front deck from the bridge. The Officer’s wardroom where they take meals and have meetings; Caroline’s Dad, Jeff, stands in the background. Captain Applebee and Caroline aboard the USS Farragut. The rigging from the deck of the ship and a view of the rear deck, which doubles as a helicopter pad.
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Southern Comedy:
Henry Cho Keeps It Clean Written By Caroline Duvall
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“I loved college. College was great. It was the only time in your life that you can write a check for 39 cents. And it bounces.” This is just one of many funny and relatable jokes that Henry Cho has written and performed. Cho, born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, is celebrating his 30th year of performing stand-up comedy. Cho’s one-hour skit, “What’s That Clickin’ Noise,” was featured on Comedy Central, and it touches on his Korean heritage, his life in the South and how well his wife dresses him. He can be heard on Sirius, XM and Blue Collar Radio, and he is a regular performer at the Grand Ole Opry. Cho’s talent has taken him to many stages and screens across the States, including appearances on NBC’s “The Tonight Show” and the CBS’s “Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson.” In addition to featuring on Late Shows, Henry Cho performed on NBC’s “Young Comedians” special and served for two years as the host of NBC’s “Friday Night Videos.” Cho also has several film credits, including Universal’s “McHale’s Navy” featuring Tom Arnold and David Allen Greer, appearances with Heather Graham and Sally Field in “Say It Isn’t So,” and “Material Girls,” produced by Madonna and featuring Hilary Duff and Anjelica Huston.
Known for his versatility and entertaining, clean comedy, Cho has performed skits for hundreds of corporate companies, including Microsoft and Cisco, phone companies such as AT&T, Verizon and Sprint, popular branch names such as State Farm, AFLAC, Nationwide, Coke and Pepsi, as well as The PGA and LPGA, including the Champions Tour and Web.com Tour. He has also performed his skit for Bridgestone and Firestone, Service Masters, Lifesavers, Wyndham Resorts and Tractor Supply Company. Henry Cho was the keynote entertainer for the 59th Annual Radio & Television Correspondents’ Dinner, which was attended by the Bush Administration, and he has worked extensively with popular singer-songwriters such as Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Carrie Underwood, Willie Nelson and many others. In the fall of 2012, Cho sold a pilot to Great American Country (GAC) where he served as host, co-writer and co-producer. “The Henry Cho Show” aired with success, and Henry Cho is looking forward to completing more shows with the GAC Network. Visit www.henrychocomedy.com to check tour dates and locations.
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Deaf, Deaf, Oral Deaf Written By Kacy Weigle
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entered the vault-like room designed to be soundproof with my sister and one and a half year old by my side. Inside, the women handed an earphone set to me so that I might communicate with them as they went to the next room over and began to berate us with multiple sounds at increasing frequencies. I smiled as my son Abel seemingly responded to some of the prompts by looking and pointing at the small black flashing box located beside us. He sat on my lap, and I admired his newly forming curly tendrils. What a perfect little head, I thought. I was beginning to feel a little encouraged that he responded to at least one or two sounds when the women re-entered the soundproof room with the words, “This informal test leads us to believe that your son is experiencing bi-lateral hearing loss…
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he is deaf. “ Just like that, I had answers to so many questions. I was also flooded with so many more. I cried as my sister picked up my middle child and took him out in the hall to play with bubbles. In his eyes, there was nothing different about that day. In mine, I felt as if a dream had died that day. I sat with the audiologists and tried to gather myself. Weeks later, an ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response) test confirmed that Abel was profoundly deaf in one ear and severely hard of hearing in the other.
gist of a CI is that it’s a device inserted into the cochlea that allows access to sound while a hearing aid is for the purpose of amplification of sound. In a way, a cochlear implant is bionic hearing. It’s incredible and that’s how we choose to present Abel’s deafness to him. He has an amazing opportunity to work hard and overcome obstacles at a young age that many of us won’t deal with in a lifetime. That perfect little curly head would soon be operated on for the first of many times.
With much trepidation, we began the process of getting him cochlear implants (CI). I remember sitting down and searching the Internet for information. What is the difference between a hearing aid and a cochlear implant? I didn’t know. I had seen a cochlear implant before, but I had no idea what its purpose was or even what it was called. I had a lot to learn. The
The surgery lasted several nerve-wracking hours. I waited with my husband as my mom and aunt drove our newborn over to the hospital every two to three hours so he could nurse. I didn’t tell anyone, but our new baby also failed his hearing tests at birth. He was later discovered to be hearing, but the stress of all these changes weighed heavy on my shoulders as I prayed
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” -Albert Einstein to God in the waiting room that day. Please guide the surgeon’s hands. Give us peace that this is your will for him, for us. I thought that was hard, but the following year proved to be even more challenging. Abel wasn’t a typical patient. Many children are up and moving the next day and waiting patiently for the first time the implants are activated (typically 2-4 weeks post op). My little Abel has never been typical! His experience was much more trying. Initially, he was off balance for weeks, and his features began to droop with Bell’s Palsy affecting half of his face. The side effects didn’t stop there. After months of struggle, his pediatrician diagnosed him with a serious infection in his right ear. Eventually, after many months of trying to treat it, the right implant had to come out. The surgery to remove it came a couple of days before
his one-year hearing anniversary. I was devastated. Despite his infection, he was progressing well, with one cochlear implant providing him the ability to access sound frequencies. For the first time in his life, he was hearing mama’s voice, the cry of a newborn, vacuums, airplanes and his own sneezes. It was magical to see him experience each new sound. The first time his implants were turned on, he was frightened, but he soon became eager to hear and asked for his “ears” as soon as he woke up each morning. Cochlear implants are not a cure for deafness. He is still very much deaf. His hearing depends on charging batteries and placing the processors in a drying box every night. Even more than that, his hearing depends on a professional team of caring therapists, audiologists and doctors. Additionally, we rely on helpful friends and family who step in to aid us in caring for the other
brothers while we run Abel to his weekly appointments. Unlike people who lose their hearing later on, Abel has to learn to listen. Without speech therapy, he would not know how to make sense of what he is hearing. It is a long, trying process. Einstein once said, “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” That quote is framed in his room, and I look at it every evening as we are sitting down together, one on one, and having our own therapy sessions. A dream of mine for him may have died that day, but it was only because a new one was forming. God had bigger plans for my boy! Through each curious stare from a stranger or each revelation of a communication barrier, if I listen, I can hear God reminding me of the verse in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.”
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The Southern Market, an interiors marketplace inspired by the vision of intimate boutiques lining the streets of a charming village, opened its doors 16 years ago. Then and now, it’s a mustvisit destination for discerning shoppers seeking an ever-changing and eclectic selection of stylish decorative accessories, distinctive gifts, fine antiques, and original art. Whether you are seeking the expert advice of one of their talented interior designers & decorators or confident in your own artistic abilities, you will find abundant decorating choices that make shopping an invigorating breeze at Southern Market.
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Seminars on Thursday & Friday Giant Sale on Saturday Music and Lots More!
Gallery of ETSY Artists: Diverse Talents + Ecclectic Assortment + Shopping Enjoyment Ann Reilly - Sew Chic Quilt Boutique • Carolyn Cole - Daisy’s Porch • Jenna Taylor - It is Pawsible • Susan Smathers - Smathers Creations Trisha Gantt - Southern Porch Scents • Victoria Walker - Victorias Lace Etc. • Tish Warwick - Baubles N Burlap
Style Looking for that distinctive Tennessee/Southern gift item? Take a Tennessee Waltz into Style. This “stylish” shop features the latest contemporary merchandise for home and gift.
Deb’s Creations Deb’s Creations specializes in original acrylic ink art. Also prints, cards and photo jewelry made with your favorite piece make these unique and treasured gifts for yourself or that special someone in your life.
Missing Pieces Spring arrival at Missing Pieces means bright pastels, florals and lace. Purses that complement your Easter and Seasonal color palette in feminine, flirty colors...Shabby Chic Sweet...Because Life Should Be Beautiful. SPRING 2016 FARRAGUT LIFE
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Serena Rose Studio Nationally selling Knoxville artist Serena Rose is offering her artwork from several series spanning over many years of painting. Her “Watergarden”, “Women In Nature”, and her newest series “Smoky Mountain Impressions”.
Makes Me Smile You will find yourself grinning from ear to ear as you look for the perfect item that brings joy to your heart. A spontaneuous smile at that unexpected moment fills the shelves of this shop.
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Serena Rose Studio Offering creative and fine portraiture by commission, local artist Serena Rose offers a photographic likeness of you or your loved one. To schedule a free consultation, please call 865.389.1537. Examples on display at Southern Market.
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Tierheim Farm From Backyard To Wildlife Habitat Written By Caroline Duvall | Photography By Linda Summit
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ast Tennessee is a beautiful place to learn about native wildlife. Whether you are new to the area or have lived here for years, there are hundreds of local and regional species that travel the rolling hills and National Forests around us. One little patch of land near Fort Loudoun Lake sees an unusual amount of wildlife traffic. Ten years ago, the National Wildlife Foundation certified the 5 1/2 acres of land as an official wildlife habitat. Linda Summitt owns Tierheim Farm, an extension of her home, and has lived there for almost 30 years. A retired Knox County Science Teacher, Summitt stays busy feeding and caring for the different species that visit her habitat. To receive the official wildlife habitat title, Summitt had to show documentation that her acreage met the requirements of a certifiable habitat. Requirements include installing and maintaining native plants to provide food and shelter, keeping brush piles for additional shelter, offering available water supply and providing nutrition year-round for the visiting wildlife. But things have not always been peaceful at Tierheim Farm. In the Spring of 2012, the habitat was hit by a tornado during one of the worst seasons of storms in recent memory. In early March, East
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Tennessee endured 3 reported tornadoes. One left a 100-foot-wide destruction path and produced hail the size of baseballs. The hail destroyed a window in Summitt’s home, while the force of the storm turned the wildlife sanctuary upside-down. Birds who had established nests in the surrounding trees were blown away, only to return days later to nests that had been destroyed. Summitt spent weeks clearing away the wreckage and keeping an eye out for the lost members of her habitat. One of the male cardinals, known for their recognizable song and bright red feathers, returned to the habitat completely bald. She remembers the following summer being particularly quiet without the chatter of birds or their young. In the months after the tornado, Summitt stayed busy making repairs on the habitat and continued providing food and extra treats for her visitors. She replaced several bird feeders, houses and various plants that had suffered damage from the storm. Today, Tierheim Farm is a flourishing wildlife habitat, full of songbirds and squirrels once again. Summitt is passionate about caring for her critters and encourages other Tennessee residents to consider turning their yards into sanctuaries where native birds and squirrels can thrive and grow.
Meet Tennessee’s Rodeo Queen
Kelsey Hawkins Written By Caroline Duvall
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n December 30th, 2015, Kelsey Hawkins walked across the arena at the Liberty Bowl Rodeo in Memphis, Tennessee. As the sun set behind the mountains, the lights around the arena flickered on one by one. The crowd in the stands sat silently, waiting for the announcement. Over the loudspeaker, Kelsey heard the announcer call in his booming voice: “Ladies and gentlemen, may I present to you, your new Miss Rodeo Tennessee of 2016!” With a cheer, the crowd leapt to their feet, clapping wildly. Kelsey was handed a bouquet of flowers and stood for the pinning of her sash. Previous Rodeo Queen Tennessee, Alina Bonacquista, was present to pass the title along. Kelsey and Alina left the arena together as the crowd cheered again. Kelsey signed autographs and posed for pictures in the whirlwind of activity. “I was so excited, I was shaking!” Kelsey remembers.
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A Knoxville, Tennessee, native, Kelsey and her family moved to Madisonville when she was 11. “I always wanted horses,” Kelsey said. “I just kept pestering my parents about it.” She attended camp at Split Pond Stables in Philadelphia, beginning with English Jumping and ending with Barrel Racing, which she finds “much more exciting.” In 2009, Kelsey’s interest for barrel racing grew. Her dear friends Nancy and Joel Sherlin fostered that interest, taking her to rodeos and teaching her about performing. “I began watching rodeos on TV I loved it.” Kelsey said. “It’s just how it was supposed to be!” The Sherlins sparked Kelsey’s love for barrel racing, which put her on the road to becoming Rodeo Queen. Kelsey began riding with the Hedrick Rodeo Company over the next two years, where her love for competing grew into a passion for all things rodeo. Kelsey
traveled with the Hedricks across the States, riding in the opening ceremonies and carrying the American flag. She also learned several trick riding routines to entertain the crowds between events. While riding with the Hedrick Rodeo Company, Kelsey met 2013 Miss Rodeo USA Lauren Terry, who inspired Kelsey to work towards becoming a Rodeo Queen. “Since then, we have been very good friends,” Kelsey says. “She helps me out a lot.” Kelsey continued to ride with the Hedrick Rodeo Company, traveling to South Georgia, Kentucky, Virginia and all across Tennessee. She was part of the Specialty Act for the Southeastern Professional Rodeo Association in 2014, along with the Hedrick kids, which was “a very exciting year.” Looking ahead, Kelsey is ready to embrace her duties as Miss Rodeo Queen Tennessee. Her year will be filled with travel, including attending Tennessee rodeos, and the rodeos of the other State Queen Winners. Kelsey is looking forward to the Cheyenne Frontier Days in July, which takes place in Wyoming. At the end of November, Kelsey will travel to Las Vegas to compete at Miss Rodeo of America. Kelsey is currently looking for travel sponsors to partner with her and help fund her trips across the state. “I am very persistent in my goals,” Kelsey says. “I kind of live by my motto, to ‘never give up.’” Kelsey currently attends Hiwassee College and will graduate in May with an Associates of Science Degree. To learn more about Kelsey or to receive sponsor information, email her at missrodeotn2016@gmail.com
As Miss Rodeo Tennessee, Kelsey has an exciting year ahead of her. She will be traveling around the country attending rodeos, such as the Cheyenne Frontier Days in Wyoming, and performing her duties as Miss Rodeo Tennessee. To learn more about Kelsey and to receive sponsor information, email her at missrodeotn2016@gmail.com.
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Restaurant Guide TURKEY CREEK
Abuelo’s Mexican Food Embassy Mexican food at its finest! 11299 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Apple Cake Tea Room Now Celebrating 29 years! Can you believe it? A tradition with good food and great friends! 11312 Station W Dr # A, Knoxville, TN 37934 Aubrey’s Restaurant Part of a local chain, this easygoing comfort-food venue & bar serves burgers & Southern fare. 102 S Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar Chef-driven burger joint that uses a mix of local and artisanal ingredients to create delectably unique burgers. 11683 Parkside Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 Baskin Robbins Colorful ice cream parlor chain known for its many flavors plus sorbet & yogurt. 11051 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Bombay Palace Knoxville’s source for authentic Indian cuisine, offering dine-in, carryout, catering, delivery and a lunch buffet seven days a week! 10901 Parkside Dr #101, Knoxville, TN 37934 Bonefish Grill Top-of-the-line fresh seafood and an array of styles. Try their Bang Bang Shrimp and be propelled into a state of deliciousness. 11395 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Brixx Woodfired Pizza Originally conceived woodfire pizza with a great beer selection. Come in after 10 and take advantage of their buy-oneget-one-free pizza deal, one of the best values in town. 10978 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Buffalo Wild Wings Lively sports bar chain dishing up wings & other American pub grub amid lots of large-screen TVs. 11431 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934-1974 Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop Fresh, Southernbased desserts that rival some of the best in the country. 5400 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 Calhoun’s Turkey Creek Award-winning BBQ and some of the best ribs in the city. The menu includes something for nearly every taste and preference. 625 Turkey Cove Ln, Knoxville, TN 37934 Chipotle Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls. 11380 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Connors Steak & Seafood One of the finest steakhouses in town. Steaks are fat and juicy, and their crab bisque is nothing short of exquisite. 10915 Turkey Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Cracker Barrel Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store. 716 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Cru Bistro & Wine Bar Sleek find with an internationally inspired tapas-style menu
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FirstWatch complemented by a global wine list. 11383 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Authentic and innovative Texas-style barbecue. All meats are smoked on site, the same way it was done in 1941! 11483 Parkside Dr #202, Knoxville, TN 37934 Dunkin’ Donuts Long-running chain serving signature donuts, breakfast sandwiches & a variety of coffee drinks. 715 Campbell Station Rd, Units 101 & 102, Knoxville, TN 37934 Einstein Bros. Bagels Counter-service chain offering egg sandwiches, soups, salads, baked goods & a variety of bagels. 11693 Parkside Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 First Watch Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups. 11682 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Five Guys Burgers and Fries There is nothing better after a long day than biting into a juicy Five Guys burger, throwing in some of their peanut oil french fries and slurping it all down with a soda. Simply delicious. Turkey Creek, 10922 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37923 Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar The most elegant and amazing restaurant in Knoxville. Truly awe-inspiring selection of steak, seafood and more. The perfect setting for anniversaries, birthdays or other celebrations. 11287 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934
Gigi’s Cupcakes Bakery chain offering a rotating selection of gourmet cupcakes, plus cookies filled with frosting. 11665 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Great American Cookies This mall-based chain selling cookies & brownies offers some specialty flavors, plus cookie cakes. 10972 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Hurricane Grill & Wings Tropical-themed chain offering spiced-to-order wings with an array of sauces, pub grub & a full bar. 319 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 IHOP Restaurant The International House of Pancakes; serving breakfast, lunch and dinner all day long. Come in anytime for great food at great prices. 313 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37922 Jimmy John’s Fast, easy and oh, so good. Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips. 11055 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Juice Bar Juices, Smoothies and much more! 11681 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Kabuki Fushion Sushi & Grill Artfully presented Japanese sushi & hibachi-grilled fare served in a sleek, contemporary setting. 10901 Parkside Dr #105, Knoxville, TN 37934 Kasumi and Thai Cafe Asian cuisine for dine-in or carryout, including Thai, Chinese and Japanese offerings. 743 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934
La Cabana Cuban Flavor Flavor-packed Cuban cuisine with authentic dishes and daily specials. 723 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 La Parrilla Mexican Grill Traditional and authentic Mexican cuisine offered at affordable prices in a friendly atmosphere. 11639 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Lenny’s Sub Shop Outpost of a chain specializing in Philly-style cheesesteaks & submarine sandwiches. 150 Lovell Rd #103, Knoxville, TN 37934 Little Bangkok Vast menu of Thai dishes from curries to crab rangoon, served in an airy, colorful space. 603 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Longhorn Steakhouse Delicious steaks for affordable prices, Longhorn Steakhouse will never disappoint or fail to satisfy. 11644 Parkside Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 Marble Slab Creamery Customize your ice cream experience with dozens of delicious flavors and toppings that are rolled together right in front of you! The best place for ice cream, bar none. 10972 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 McAlister’s Deli Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea. 11140 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Mellow Mushroom Funky, art-filled chain
pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas. 635 North Campbell Station Road, Farragut, TN 37922 Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt It’s cool, it’s hip, it’s Menchies Frozen Yogurt! Make your own bowl however you want and enjoy the creamiest frozen yogurt around! 11162 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Mimi’s Cafe Southern-style restaurant with a modern flair. Great and unique food items that will spur your imagination and send your taste buds on a journey they won’t soon forget. 10945 Parkeside Dr., Knoxville, TN 37922 Moe’s Southwest Grill Welcome to Moe’s! Stuffed burritos, tacos and quesadillas made right in front of you, your way! 11322 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Newk’s Express Cafe With a modern menu and a variety of fresh items, Newk’s is one of the most popular new restaurants to hit Knoxville. 11527 Parkside Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 Noodles and Company This healthconscious noodle restaurant offers everything pasta from mac n’ cheese to Bangkok Curry. Nutritional awareness makes this restaurant a favorite for those who wish to enjoy a delicious meal in a healthy way. 11083 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 O’Charley’s One can never go wrong with O’Charley’s, the benchmark of good old-fashioned
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Amercian dining. 11036 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Olive Garden Great Italian food at excellent prices, not to mention the unlimited salad and breadsticks, make Olive Garden a great go-to for many. 10923 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Panda Express Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options. 11480 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Panera Bread What happens when you roll a bakery, a cafe and a coffee shop all in one? Why, Panera Bread, of course. Casual yet chic, Panera Bread has always wowed us with its unique, home-baked flavor and its healthy menu options. 11361 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Pei Wei Asain Diner Counter-serve Pan-Asian chain for health-conscious noodle & rice dishes & more. 11301 Parkside Dr #1200, Knoxville, TN 37934 Potbelly Sandwich Shop Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods. 11661 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Red Burrito/Hardee’s Fast-food chain duo serving fried chicken, big burgers and delectable burritos. 609 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Red Robin Gourmet Burgers With a truly remarkable variety of sandwiches and burgers, you could dine at Red Robin every day for a year and still have so many things to look forward to. 11433 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934 Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina Fast, fresh and brilliantly tasty. 10919 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Schakolad Source for European-style chocolates & truffles made on site. Some have kosher & vegan options. 10944 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille American Bistro style restaurant designed around moderate pricing and high-quality cuisine. 11605 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Shane’s Rib Shack The place to go for the best BBQ, ribs, chicken and more. 11036 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Smoky Mountain Brewery This brewery/ restaurant is sure to satisfy even the most beer-savy of friends with their selection of handcrafted microbrews. Enjoy some of their pub-inspired appetizers and drinks, or sit down for a meal with the family. Here, it’s the best of both worlds. 11308 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Starbucks Coffee Must...order...another... frappuccino... 11038 Parkside Dr Knoxville, TN 37934 Steak ‘n Shake The very best place to sip on a milkshake and enjoy the American diner experience.
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310 Wild Geese Road, Knoxville, TN 37934 Subway Casual counter-serve chain for buildyour-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options. 10900 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934 Sweet Frog National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet. 10901 Parkside Dr #102, Knoxville, TN 37934 Texas Roadhouse With amazing burgers and sandwiches, ribs and chicken, why would you want to eat anywhere else? Did we mention the all-you-caneat peanuts? 11001 Turkey Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Wasabi Chefs cook hibachi-style fare & roll sushi at this Japanese eatery in contemporary, romantic digs. 226 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Wild Wing Cafe A wide variety of wings are the focus of this go-to chain also serving sandwiches, burgers & soups. 11335 Campbell Lakes Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 Zaxby’s Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort eats. 11636 Parkside Dr, Farragut, TN 37934 Zoe’s Kitchen Offering zesty salads and bright and flavorful sandwiches, this is perhaps one of the more unique restaurants in the area. Always choose the pasta salad as a side, truly astounding. 11378 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934
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Back Yard Burgers Counter-serve chain offering creative beef, turkey & veggie burgers, plus shakes & sides. 10008 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 Buddy’s Bar-B-Q Laid-back local chain eatery serving up pulled pork, ribs, smoked chicken & other BBQ staples. 121 West End Ave, Knoxville, TN 37934 Bullfeathers Café West Knoxville’s #1 karaoke bar, featuring all-you-can-eat wings and many other daily specials. 10535 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 Calhoun’s Chain serving Tennessee BBQ, fresh-ground burgers & sandwiches, plus homestyle sides & craft beers. 10020 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 China Pearl Simple Chinese eatery featuring a large array of stir-fry dishes & lo mein, plus some Thai curries. 115 Brooklawn St, Knoxville, TN 37934 Dinner A’Fare Gourmet studio kitchen with meal prep stations and fresh ingredients. Come in and prepare delicious dinners to cook at home! 138 West End Ave, Knoxville, TN 37934 Domino’s Pizza Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizza, plus sandwiches, pastas & wings. 11408 Kingston Pike Ste 100, Knoxville, TN 37934
Dragon Den Chinese Restaurant Delicious, moderately-priced Chinese food for delivery, dine-in or carryout. 10205 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 East Japanese Restaurant Japanese restaurant serving incredible food in an authentic atmosphere. 11509 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 El Charro Knoxville’s “numero uno” Mexican restaurant with over 20 years of experience. 10420 Kingston Pike # I, Knoxville, TN 37922 El Mezcal Easygoing Mexican eatery with colorful decor serving traditional fare with seafood specialties. 11110 Kingston Pike # 130, Knoxville, TN 37934 Firehouse Subs Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces. 4916 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 French Market Creperie & Café French crêperie in cozy space with chandeliers & bleached wood, plus sandwiches, cider & import shop. 161 Brooklawn St, Farragut, TN 37934 Fruition Cafe Fresh, home-style alternative to fast food. 129 West End Ave, Knoxville, TN 37934 I Love NY Pizza Italian and American cuisine in a fun, family atmosphere. 10420 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 Jet’s Pizza Counter-serve chain offering deepdish or classic pizzas with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs. 11124 Kingston Pike, Farragut, TN 37934 Krispy Kreme Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks. 11208 Kingston Pike, Farragut, TN 37934 Little Joe’s Pizza Neighborhood pizza joint with handmade pizzas and homemade sauces.13100 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 Mario’s Pizza and Grill Family owned and operated Italian/American restaurant featuring pizzas and much more. 10943 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 Meksiko Cantina Classic Mexican cuisine in an upscale atmosphere...without the upscale price. 120 West End Ave, Knoxville, TN 37934 Papa John’s Take-out/delivery chain for pizzas, wings & breadsticks, offering a side of peppers with every pie. 10820 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 Papa Murphy’s Chain outlet offering buildyour-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home. 133 Brooklawn St., Knoxville, TN 37934 Petro’s Chili & Chips Unique, Southwestern food made fresh to order. 10518 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 Pizza Hut Family-friendly chain known for its made-to-order pizzas. 10402 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922
Sam & Andy’s West Knoxville’s favorite burger since 1942, with all items available for catering in box lunches or in bulk. 11110 Kingston Pike # 165, Knoxville, TN 37934 Snappy Tomato Pizza Standard pizza chain offering a variety of eats such as pasta, subs & wings for delivery or dine-in. 11507 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 Subway Casual counter-serve chain for buildyour-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options. 126 West End Ave, Knoxville, TN 37934 The Egg & I Family-friendly diner-style chain serving homestyle American breakfast & lunch standards. 111 Lovell Rd, Farragut, TN 37934 The Shrimp Dock Knoxville’s premier fresh seafood market since 1993, with Friday fish fries and everything you need to make your own seafood boil at home. 11124 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934
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Anaba Japanese Cuisine One of East Tennessee’s premier Japanese restaurants offering fresh sushi, noodle bowls, rice bowls and hibachi. 9405 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Cazzy’s Corner Grill Classic American cuisine created with a trend-setting spirit and served in a contemporary environment. 2099 Thunderhead Rd, Knoxville, TN 37922 Dunkin’ Donuts Long-running chain serving signature donuts, breakfast sandwiches & a variety of coffee drinks. 9411 Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Five Guy’s Burger & Fries Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait. 2032 Town Center Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37922 Fulin’s Asian Cuisine Locally-owned and operated Chinese and Japanese fine dining experience. 2060 Town Center Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37922 Great China Gourmet Flavorful and distinctive Chinese cuisine. 9435 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Lakeside Tavern Sleek, stone & steel decor plus water views for a long menu of surf ‘n’ turf & buzzing happy hour. 10911 Concord Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Moe’s Southwest Grill Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environments. 9450 South Northshore Dr., Knoxville, TN 37922 Northshore Brasserie French & Belgian standards such as steak frites & duck confit offered in a bright bistro setting. 9430 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
Ruby Tuesday Casual chain with American fare, featuring burgers, a salad bar, cocktails & a convivial vibe. 9637 Kroger Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Snappy Tomato Pizza Casual pizzeria for pies, calzones, pasta & wings in a no-frills space. 9450 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922 Subway Casual counter-serve chain for buildyour-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options. 9450 S Northshore Dr #107, Knoxville, TN 37923 Tokyo Hibachi & Sushi Traditional hibachi in a cozy atmosphere, as well as a variety of delicious sushi offerings. 9420 S Northshore Dr # 103, Knoxville, TN 37922 Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint Customers can build their own pizzas & salads, assembly-line style, at this family-friendly chain. 2052 Town Center Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37921
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Dunkin’ Donuts Long-running chain serving signature donuts, breakfast sandwiches & a variety of coffee drinks. 615 N Watt Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Louisianaaccented fast-food chain known for its spicy fried chicken, biscuits & sides. 615 N Watt Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Subway Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with healthconscious options. 615 Watt Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934 Iron Skillet Delightful and moderately-priced restaurant with buffet options and friendly staff. 722 Watt Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934
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Marco’s Pizza Pizzeria chain for specialty or custom pies in simple, counter-serve environments. 12552 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 Rice King Fresh Chinese food with a wellpriced lunch buffet and takeout options. 12564 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934 Restaurant Linderhof Lively locale with old-world ambiance providing traditional German fare & premium Bavarian lagers. 12740 Kingston Pike #106, Concord, TN 37934 Big Kahuna Wings Award-winning wings made fresh to order, seasoned with either Original or Fire Blend seasoning and served with your choice of dipping sauce. 12828 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934
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