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The Mountain Press ■ Sevier County’s Daily Newspaper ■ Vol. 26, No. 46 ■ February 15, 2010 ■ www.themountainpress.com ■ 50 Cents

Monday

Snow refuses to go away

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5Reflections at UAH Friends family say accused professor showed no hint of violence

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Sassy Nails owner Henry Le works on local resident Tammy Goins’ hands. Le says he’s come a long way from the poverty-stricken Vietnamese village he grew up in.

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Sports

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Weather Today Snow High: 32°

Tonight Snow Low: 32°

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Obituaries “Shorty” Ogle, 87 Jennifer Waser, 19

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Index Local & State . A1-A4,A6 Calendar . . . . . . . . . A10 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . A8 Business . . . . . . . . . A2,A3 Advice . . . . . . . . . . . A15 Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . A15 Classifieds . . . . . A13,A14 Nation . . . . . . . . . . A5,A9 World . . . . . . . . . . . . . A9

Deadline Because of an early deadline, some late-breaking stories and lottery numbers may be omitted from today’s edition.

Living an American dream

From Vietnamese poverty, couple finds happiness here By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer

“... When I was a kid we would “I had to go down and wait for walk out into the ocean when it people to leave, then I would SEVIERVILLE — It’s certainly get their leftovers in the bag. common knowledge around Sevier was low and we would throw out nets. I would go out with I took them home and that’s County that most of the people who live here aren’t from here, but my grandmother and she was what we would eat that day. It few have come from as far away probably 68 then, but she had was terrible.” for a Smoky Mountain home as to do it because it was how we Henry Le and Phoenix Nguyen. — Phoenix Nguyen got food.” Both started their lives on the other side of the world and, because Le (pronounced like the American name “Lee”), the owner of Sevierville’s Sassy Nails, demurred when he was asked about doing an interview for Meet Your Neighbor, deferring to girlfriend Nguyen (pronounced like “win,” it’s the most common surname in Vietnam), we’re introduced to both today. As it turns out, the couple has a very similar history, though it wasn’t until fate brought them together a few years ago that they realized it. Each is the child of a Vietnamese mother and an American father, the products of those common couplings GIs made during their time in the Southeast Asian nation. They also both escaped tremendous poverty in their home country thanks to

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was probably 68 then, but she had to do it because it was how we got a federal program that offered food.” American homes to the children of At a time when American chilservicemen. dren were working to master Listening to the two describe roller skates and stressing about their early childhoods in Vietnam, the care of their Pet Rocks, Le’s a land devastated after centuries life was focused on survival. That of strife and oppression, is somemeant doing whatever it took to thing like watching an episode of find a meal for the day, which he that old television show, “Queen would share with his family before for a Day,” each seemingly outdo- either staying up a bit longer if ing the other with stories of hard- they had money for oil for their ship. lamps that night or going to bed “We were poor. We didn’t have early. anything,” Le says as he polishes “I remember one day I went out the nails of a customer at Sassy and I walked 10 miles because I Nails. “I remember when I was was trying to find food,” Le says. a kid we would walk out into the “We didn’t have cars and only the ocean when it was low and we rich people had scooters then. I would throw out nets. I would go See DREAM, Page A4 out with my grandmother and she

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Hidden health hazards highlighted By ELLEN BROWN Staff Writer SEYMOUR — Amanda Jerviss is a chiropractor by trade, but she is passionate about overall health as well. Jerviss presented “Hidden Health Hazards in the Home” Saturday afternoon at the Seymour Public Library, alerting community members to possible harmful products they use every day and what they could use as healthier substitutes. “The Environmental Protection Agency has shown that indoor air levels of many pollutants may be 2-5 times and, occasionally, 100 times higher than outdoor levels,” Jerviss reported. “This raises concerns with the average family that spends 90 percent of their time indoors.” Glass or general purpose cleaners have ammonia, a powerful See HAZARDS, Page A4

The snow, it seems, just does not want to go away this winter. With a handful of events having already occurred in the valley this winter, the National Weather Service in Morristown was calling for more snow last night and early this morning, with a possibility of additional accumulation later today. David Gaffin, a meteorologist at the NWS in Morristown, said Sunday afternoon that Sevier Countians who live below 2,500 feet above sea level will likely awaken to a blanket of white, with 1-3 inches possible. “The heaviest snow should fall around sunrise,” he said. “We will likely see snow throughout the morning. It should taper off toward early afternoon, although there will probably be bands of snow showers moving through the area throughout the day.” Gaffin said the national park could see 4-8 inches of snow, with some of the extremely higher elevations, such as Mount LeConte, receiving up to a foot. Partly cloudy to mostly cloudy conditions will prevail throughout the week, he said. More snow is a possibility for next weekend, although it’s a little too early to get a precise forecast. “It’s going to stay could, with temperatures below normal,” he said. ... “Another system will be moving into the area next weekend (that could produce frozen precipitation).”

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Sarah Headrick, left, 12, Erin Grimm, 11; and Audrey Anderson, 11, all of Maryville,, take a break from competing at the Gatlinburg Gymnastics Classic held at the Convention Center on Saturday.

GATLINBURG — Nearly 800 children and their families traveled to the Smoky Mountains for the Gatlinburg Gymnastics Classic held over Valentine’s weekend at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. “For 10 years, we’ve had this here,” said Kerma Headrick, co-director of the event. “It’s a good winter destination, and the families can enjoy all of the attractions here.” More than 13 states were represented, including Pennsylvania, Texas and Louisiana. Participants were both males and females, ages 5-18, competing in various levels of the sport. “This is a chance for the gymnasts to compete against other kids who aren’t in their own sandbox,” said event codirector Tracy Counts, who is also owner of Gymnastic Counts Gym in Maryville. “It’s a chance for other cities to experience the hospitality and craftsmanship here, as well as enjoy See GYMNASTS, Page A4

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ABWA installs new officers

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Members of East Tennessee Area Council of American Business Women’s Association installed new officers for 2010. From left are President Darlene Milks from Sevier Chapter; Vice President Millie Stout from Smoky Mountain Chapter; communications officer Gloria Christiansen from Sevier chapter; and treasurer Gail Braunsroth from Karns Chapter. Shirley Bumgardner, president of Karns Chapter, installed the officers.

Ensure online bank dealings secure Submitted report BRENTWOOD — Many people enjoy the convenience of doing all their banking over the Internet, but some consumers worry about the safety of their online transactions. The Tennessee Society of CPAs recommends that you ask these questions to ensure that your online bank dealings are secure. Do I know who I’m dealing with? Many legitimate banks offer online options, but there are also a few scammers out there using the Internet to cheat people out of their money or gain access to their personal information so that they can use it in illegal transactions. Before you open an account with an unknown organization, read up on the information they provide online to see how long it has been in business and whether they are regulated by state and federal banking authorities. You can also find out more information in the “Bank Find� section of the Web site of

U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, a government agency, at www.fdic.gov. If the bank’s name is a familiar one, be aware that some con artists use sound-alike names that trick people into believing they are dealing with a well-known organization. Double check the full organization name and spelling to be sure you’re working with the right bank. Is it FDIC-insured? You should only deal with a bank if your account there is insured by the FDIC. If you have up to $250,000 in an FDIC-insured bank account, including a checking or savings account or a certificate of deposit, the FDIC will reimburse your money if the bank fails. Look for the FDIC logo on the bank’s site and for the words “Member FDIC� or “FDIC insured.� It’s also a good idea to go to www.fdic.gov to locate the bank on the FDIC’s list of insured institutions. Remember, too, that according to the FDIC, banks chartered overseas may not benefit from FDIC insurance. If you’re

Patrick Malone earns foreclosure certification Submitted reports GATLINBURG — Patrick Malone of RE/ MAX All Pro Realtors has earned the Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification. The National Association of Realtors offers the certification to those who want to help both buyers and sellers navigate comMalone plicated transactions. According to a recent NAR survey, nearly one-third of all existing homes sold recently were either short sales or foreclosures — the new “traditional� transaction. Realtors who have

considering an overseas bank, find out if your money will be covered. How can I fend off phishing? “Phishing� is a common scam in which consumers receive an e-mail purportedly from a legitimate organization — such as their bank — asking them to confirm personal information. Those who are taken in by these scams may end up unintentionally revealing their account numbers, Social Security number or other confidential details to thieves who will use the information to engage in illegal transactions. Banking online doesn’t make you more vulnerable to phishing attacks, but it’s certainly a problem you should be aware of. The best defense is to call your bank’s customer service number and verify that

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Sen. Corker to address Chambers event Tuesday Staff report The Gatlinburg and Sevierville Chambers of Commerce will host the first “Two Chambers, One Voice: 2010 Legislative Series� Tuesday with U.S. Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn. The event will be held at Calhoun’s Banquet Hall. Corker will give an update on the developments in Washington and answer questions from the audience. Registration begins at 11 a.m., and the program should end at 1:30 p.m. Advance reservations are required. The cost is $15 for Chamber members, $25 for others. Call 436-4178.

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SEVIERVILLE — The Sevierville Police Department has scheduled a shoplifting prevention class and Business Watch Program presentation from 7-9 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Sevierville Civic Center. Sgt. Rebecca Cowan will teach the class. There is no charge for the class. Call and register so that appropriate supplies of materials can be available. To register or receive additional information, contact Cowan at 868-1866 or e-mail to rcowan@seviervilletn.org. The shoplifting prevention class is designed for business owners and retail workers. The class has been updated. Topics to be covered include shoplifting related laws, owner rights, commonly stolen items, police officer procedures, methods and tools used by shoplifters, and shoplifting prevention. All types of retail businesses will benefit from this presentation. Nationally, less than 4 percent of the billions of dollars lost each year to shoplifters is recovered. It is estimated that for every dollar that is recovered, over $27 is lost due to retail theft. The Business Watch Program was started by the department in 2006. The main component of the program is a system for timely communication among businesses in the event that a shoplifting, robbery or other crime occurs. Currently, the program has over 150 business members.

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Here are some questions to ask your CPA during the tax season From Submitted Reports Tackling your tax return can be a challenging task. That’s why it’s a good idea to arrive at your tax return preparation appointment ready with questions that will help clarify the issues that concern you most. The Tennessee Society of CPAs offers these tips on what to ask your tax preparer at tax time. What are your qualifications? There are many different types of tax preparers out there, so it’s good to find out who you’re working with so you’re sure your return is handled correctly. To begin with, ask about the preparer’s education and licensing, and what steps were necessary to achieve them. A CPA, for example, is a tax and finance expert who must pass a rigorous examination and qualify for state licensing, which means these professionals have the most comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and filing procedures. In addition to asking about licensing and education, find out how long the person has been preparing returns and whether he or she usually works with clients whose financial situations are similar to your own. What will I have to pay in taxes this year? Your CPA will discuss your total tax payment and whether you will owe additional taxes this year or get a refund. Most important, he or she can also explain how your income and expenses affected the taxes you will pay so that you can better understand the steps necessary to minimize your taxes if possible in the future. How can I lower my taxes? Ask your tax preparer if you are eligible to make contributions to an individual retirement account. If you

are, taking that step before April 15 can help lower your taxable income — and your taxes. Otherwise, there’s not much you can do to reduce the taxes on the return you are preparing now. However, your CPA can discuss your opportunities for cutting your 2010 taxes. There are many strategies you can use to reduce some of your tax burden, ranging from small adjustments to more serious steps. Your CPA can describe which ones apply in your situation. What tax law changes will affect my return this year? Congress has been very active in passing new tax and economic stimulus and recovery legislation during the last year. In particular, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 made numerous changes for taxpayers. That means there may be new rules that will have an impact on people such as first-time homebuyers, new car purchasers, those who are paying or saving for higher education and anyone receiving unemployment benefits, among other taxpayers. There are also important new credits and subsidies for small business owners. Your CPA can explain the new regulations and discuss how to take advantage of any tax saving opportunities now and in the future. What if I think I made a mistake on last year’s return? The IRS will often catch math errors and alert you to them. They may also get in touch with you if they believe there is information missing from your return. If you left out income or didn’t claim a credit or deduction, it’s also possible to file an amended return correcting the mistake. Your CPA can discuss your options if you find yourself in this situation.

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Henry is a youth league football coach as well as a basketball and softball coach. Outside of sports, Henry is associate pastor and youth pastor at Richardson’s Cove Baptist Church. “First and foremost, I want to thank the Lord for the opportunity to work for Tennessee State Bank. It is truly a blessing to work for and with wonderful people such as my fellow employees and coworkers. I am extremely honored to receive this award and I am looking forward to another great year at Tennessee State Bank,� he said. Grindstaff has been with TSB for six years

and is assistant vice president, credit analyst in loan review at the corporate office in Pigeon Forge. Grindstaff has been in banking for over eight years. He received his bachelor’s degree from UT and his MBA from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. Grindstaff is from Knoxville. “I am very grateful to be a part of the TSB family. I have been provided many opportunities to grow in my career and I am very thankful for that. I am humbled and honored to win such an award that so many others also deserve,� he said.

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Henry, Grindstaff honored as TSB staff members of year

PIGEON FORGE — The Sevier County Economic Development Council, along with the cities of Gatlinburg, Sevierville and Pigeon Forge, will hold the 13th annual Sevier County Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 11 at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Pigeon Forge. “We are extremely excited to host this event in conjunction with the three cities. It has been extremely successful the past 12 years and we anticipate another great event,� said Jack Delozier, chairman of the economic develop-

ment council. Over 800 job seekers attended the event last year, and many companies hired employees that day. This event is open to any business within Sevier County that has at least three job openings. The cost for a booth is $150. There will be over 40 booth spaces available.

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OBITUARIES Parlone Richard (Shorty) Ogle Parlon Richard (Shorty) Ogle, 87, of Pigeon Forge died Friday, Feb. 12, 2010. He was a veteran of World War II. Survivors: wife, Hettie Ogle; children: Melvin, Mike and Carol Ogle, Judy McCarter; 22 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, greatgreat-great-grandchildren and greatgreat-great-great-grandchildren; daughters–in-law, Betty Huskey, Leeroy Ogle and Darlene Ogle; brother, Shelby Ogle; sisters, Unalee Huskey and Dolly Ogle; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Funeral service 7 p.m. Monday at Atchley’s Smoky Mountain Chapel with Rev. Ralph Burke officiating. Interment 1 p.m. Tuesday at Smoky Mountain Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Monday at Atchley’s Smoky Mountain Chapel in Pigeon Forge. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

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walked everywhere.� Meanwhile, in another village, Nguyen was also doing her best to survive. Each day her mom would send her down to the restaurants in town where the wealthier people and tourists would eat, with a small plastic bag. “I had to go down and wait for people to leave, then I would get their leftovers in the bag,� Nguyen says. “I took them home and that’s what we would eat that day. It was terrible.� Nguyen as a child helped support her family, taking a job as a maid and nanny for a well-to-do family. When she accidentally dropped one of the youngsters one day, her bosses threw her out. “I was afraid of what my mother would say, so I hid behind the house and I was crying,� Nguyen says. “One of the neighbors went to my mother and said, ‘Why is your daughter crying behind your house?’� Each of them were lifted from the poverty and brought to America, where they resettled and started building their lives. Nguyen has since met and keeps in touch with her GI father, though Le still has heard nothing of his dad. On arriving in the U.S., Le started working at a Chinese restaurant, where he made $800 a month. He only spent $100 of that on himself, though, having learned to live frugally from his start. He sent the other $700 home to his mother, who later complained he wasn’t keeping it for himself. “She told me, ‘You should save that money and buy a plane ticket back so you can visit us,’� he says. “I said, ‘I know how poor you are there. A plane ticket costs $1,600 or $1,700. I’d rather send that money home to you so you can have it.’� Le might have made a different choice if he knew what the future held. Only a year after he moved across the world, his mother died,

Jennifer Elizabeth Waser Jennifer Elizabeth Waser, 19, of Kodak, passed away Friday Feb. 12, 2010. She was a 2009 honors graduate of Family Christian Academy. She was a student at Walters State Community College and employed by Wilderness Resort at the Smokies. She attended Kodak Community Baptist Church. Jennifer is survived by: parents, Thomas and Joyce Waser; sisters, Laurie Daniels and husband Timothy, Faith Waser; brother, Benjamin Waser; grandparents, Walter and Sally Howe, Joan Waser; great grandparent, Donna “G.G.� Howe; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday in Atchley’s Seymour Chapel with Rev. Kent Loveday, Rev. Kevin Childs, and Rev. Gary Smith officiating. Interment to follow in Atchley’s Seymour Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Atchley Funeral Home, Seymour.

Schools face budget holes as stimulus ends SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The nation’s public schools are falling under severe financial stress as states slash education spending and drain federal stimulus money that staved off deep classroom cuts and widespread job losses. School districts have already suffered big budget cuts since the recession began two years ago, but experts say the cash crunch will get a lot worse as states run out of stimulus dollars. The result in many hard-hit districts: more teacher layoffs, larger class sizes, smaller paychecks, fewer electives and extracurricular activities, and decimated summer school programs. The situation is particularly ugly

in California, where school districts are preparing for mass layoffs and swelling class sizes as the state grapples with another massive budget shortfall. The crisis concerns parents like Michelle Parker in San Francisco, where the school district is preparing to lay off hundreds of school employees and raise class sizes because it faces a $113 million budget deficit over next two years. “I’m worried they’re not going to have the quality education that’s going to make them competitive in a global society,� said Parker, who has three kids in district elementary schools. Around the country, state governments are cutting money for

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a victim of cancer. He never saw her again after boarding the plane for America. From his first American home in Houston, Le eventually moved to Nashville. About that time he befriended Nguyen, who was living with her family in Atlanta. He worked with a company in the capital city until he was laid off. It was then that family members who had a nail salon there invited him to come try his hand at the trade. Le found he had a talent for making customers’ hands and feet sparkle, and turned nail work into a career. He eventually moved to Sevier County to take another job in a salon here, convincing Nguyen to leave her home in Atlanta to move to the Smoky Mountains with him. “I didn’t want to move up here at first and none of my family wanted me to move,� Nguyen says. “I didn’t want to leave Atlanta. Now, I love it here. The people are so nice here, not like in Atlanta. Sometimes (Le) talks about moving back to Atlanta when the kids grow up and I say, ‘I’m not going back there.’� After a few years, Le took over the salon at Sassy Nails and the couple has built a pretty good life for themselves, a long way from the poverty they experienced in Vietnam. “Everything is better now. We’re not rich, but we’re happy,� Nguyen says. “He loves his job. He tries to do the best he can for his customers. He doesn’t care about the money. He just cares about the customer. He tries to make them happy.� He seems to be doing a fine job at that as far as dedicated folks like Tammy Goins are concerned. “I’ve been coming here for two years and I won’t let anybody else touch my hands now,� Goins says. “Henry’s the best in town. This is the best nail salon in town.� n dhodges@themountainpress.com

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the sport of gymnastics. It’s exciting that we have other states joining us, and we have nationalranking judges.� Counts fell in love with gymnastics as a child, when she watched the sport on TV. “My mother said I went into the backyard and tried to do what I saw,� she said with a laugh. She competed on the gymnastics team at East Tennessee State University, and when the school’s team disbanded, transferred to James Madison University to compete. “Gymnastics is a sport where strength and grace come together,� Counts said. “It’s a popular sport to watch, very intriguing.�

Gymnasts are judged on a number of different things at these meets, including level of difficulty, good form and artistic ability. Headrick said there were no Sevier County participants in the event this year. “Local� gymnasts were from Knoxville and Maryville. “I love my floor routine, and I love getting to show it off,� said 12-yearold Sarah Headrick of Maryville, who competes at Level 7 (the highest is Level 10). “Balance beam is also fun — it’s a challenge to stay on.� Eleven-year-old Audrey Anderson, also of Maryville and Level 7 competitor, favors the vault and the bars. “With the vault, you have to run your hardest and punch hard, and with the bars, you have to grip

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Students, faculty, and others leave after meeting to remember and mourn the three faculty slain, and three others wounded last Friday during a shooting at University of Alabama in Huntsville, Ala., on Sunday.

Alabama prof’s family, friends: No hint of violence By DESIREE HUNTER and KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press Writers HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — An Alabama professor accused of shooting six colleagues was vocal in her resentment over being denied tenure and the looming loss of her teaching post, though relatives and students said she had never suggested she might become violent. Not even Amy Bishop’s husband knew she might turn violent, according to the man’s father. Everyone from family and friends to her students at the University of Alabama in Huntsville said the intelligent and at times awkward teacher seemed normal in the hours before police say she opened fire in a faculty meeting Friday afternoon, leaving three dead and another three wounded. Jim Anderson — the father of Bishop’s husband, James Anderson — told The Associated Press on Sunday his son had no idea Bishop was planning the bloodshed she’s accused of. “He knew nothing. He didn’t know anything,� the father said. He said that the police had spoken with his son at length and that “they are doing a good job.� Indeed, there were many things Bishop apparently did not reveal to those around her. In 1986, Bishop shot and killed her 18-year-old brother with a shotgun at their Braintree, Mass., home. She told police at the time that she had been trying to learn how to use the gun, which her father had bought for protection, when it accidentally discharged. Authorities released her and said the episode was a tragic accident. She was never charged, though police Chief Paul Frazier on Saturday questioned

how the investigation was handled. Some of Bishop’s colleagues, including William Setzer, chairman of the department of chemistry, told The Associated Press they did not know about her brother’s death. Police say the gun she’s accused of using wasn’t registered, and investigators don’t know how or where she got it. Bishop, who has four children, was arrested soon after the shooting and charged with capital murder. Other charges are pending. Her husband was detained and questioned by police but has not been charged. James Anderson said his wife had an attorney but would not say who it was. He declined further comment to The Associated Press on Sunday. However, he told the Chronicle of Higher Education earlier in the day that he had no idea his wife had a gun — nor did he know of any threats or plans to carry out the shooting when he dropped her off at the faculty meeting Friday. Just after the shooting, Anderson told the Chronicle, she called and asked him to pick her up. She never mentioned the shooting, he said. Even in the days and hours before the shooting, Bishop’s friends, colleagues and students said she was acting like the intelligent — but odd — professor they knew. UAH student Andrew Cole was in Bishop’s anatomy class Friday morning and said she seemed perfectly normal. Kourtney Lattimore, 19, a sophomore studying nursing who had Bishop for anatomy and physiology courses, said 0OTTERY (OUSE #AF£ 'RILLE 3UN 4HURS AM PM &RI 3AT AM PM

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CLARKSVILLE (AP) — The NAACP has given several members of Tennessee’s congressional delegation failing grades on civil rights issues. The group’s annual report, called the NAACP Civil Rights Federal Legislative Report Card, gives four of Tennessee’s U.S. House members and both senators failing grades on their voting record on more than 20 issues. The Clarksville Leaf-Chronicle reports that some of the legislators say the test is subjective and should be considered among other evaluations. The House members were graded on 25 votes and the Senate on 21 votes. When grading senators, the NAACP weighed, among other issues, expanding children’s health care, Hillary Clinton’s confirmation as Secretary of State, gun and voting rights in the District of Columbia and extending unemployment benefits. House evaluations considered the delay of the digital TV transition, the Congressional Black Caucus budget for 2010, imposing the death penalty on hate crimes, the Sudan crisis plan and health care reform. Tennessee Republicans received notably lower scores than Democrats, even though the NAACP billed the report

as nonpartisan. The highest of the Republican lawmakers in Washington from Tennessee was Sen. Bob Corker, who was given a 43 percent failing grade. Laura Herzog, communications director for Corker, said the first-term senator makes decisions on each issue objectively, looking at both sides of the issue. “In the end, his vote is based upon what he believes is in the best long-term interests of Tennessee and the country,� Herzog said. Jimmie Garland, Montgomery County’s chair for the NAACP, said Tennessee traditionally has scored low in the evaluation, and seeing low grades “is nothing new.� “The question is ’why didn’t you vote for that?�’ he said. “They are still human rights issues or civil rights issues.� U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn’s spokesman Claude Chafin called the test subjective and said voters should look at other evaluations, too. Chafin said Blackburn regularly receives high marks from conservative groups, including the Chamber of Commerce, the National Taxpayers Union, Club for Growth and the American Conservative Union. Chafin also said the evaluation is also not nonpartisan, as the NAACP claims.

Eastern Tenn. county sees no Democrats for office JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (AP) — An eastern Tennessee county had no Democrats file for local offices on the ballot in the fall elections. Washington County Democratic Party Chairman Adam Dickson told the Johnson City Press that the lack of filers marks a “sad day� for the local party. But, Dickson said, he’s looking forward to fielding candidates for sheriff, county clerk, Circuit Court clerk, property

assessor, county mayor and other offices in the 2012 elections. Party officials met Saturday morning in Jonesborough to put together a slate of candidates, but no one stepped up to appear on the ballot for county offices. Democrats will field a candidate for state representative. Todd Mrozek is challenging 7th District representative Matthew Hill, R-Jonesborough.

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Literary Festival set for Feb. 27

Literature, local lore and food combine for the first Rose Glen Literary Festival on Feb. 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Walters State Community College. The program will include lectures, book signings and a luncheon. All of these authors have either written books about Sevier County or are from here. Tickets for the luncheon are $18 each and include lunch, souvenir soup bowl and a program with speaker Lyn Bales. Call the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce at 453-6411.

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Corker speaker at Tuesday event

The Gatlinburg and Sevierville Chambers of Commerce will host the first “Two Chambers, One Voice: 2010 Legislative Series” Tuesday with U.S. Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn. The event will be held at Calhoun’s Banquet Hall. Corker will give an update on the developments in Washington and answer questions from the audience. Registration begins at 11 a.m., and the program should end at 1:30 p.m. Advance reservations are required. The cost is $15 for Chamber members, $25 for others. Call 436-4178.

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City to observe Presidents Day

The City of Sevierville will observe Presidents Day today. Closed: City Hall, Civic Center, Police Department records division, Water and Sewer Department offices Bulk waste/junk collection services will not be available. Commercial garbage Dumpster service will take place as usual. The Community Center and Eagle’s Landing Golf Club will be open.

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Walters State Community College will host a free jazz concert in observance of Black History Month at 6 p.m. today in the Conner-Short Center. The band will feature Charlie Rule and his fellow musicians. The public is also invited to tour displays of African-American art and African culture in all three buildings on the Sevier County campus. Admission to the concert and the art exhibit is free.

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Police officer in shooting

Law enforcement officials are investigating a shooting involving an eastern Tennessee police officer and a man killed after a domestic violence call. The Kingsport Times News reports that a Kingsport police officer responded to a call around 1:30 p.m. Saturday of a woman running from a man who beat her. Kingsport Police Chief Gale Osborne says the man had a gun and pointed it at the officer. The officer, whose name has not been released, shot and killed the man, Osborne said. The chief said he contacted the Sullivan County District Attorney’s Office and then the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, which was handling the probe.

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Field of Flags honors military dead OAK RIDGE (AP) — Bernice Koprince is using a national display to help keep the memory of her son alive. Lance Cpl. William Koprince Jr., 24, died Dec. 27, 2006, in Iraq by a roadside bomb. His parents have focused on the Field of Flags as a way to turn his death into something educational. “I meet so many people and when I tell them that my son was killed in Iraq and they can put a face with someone who personally bought their free-

dom, they break down and cry,” said Bernice Koprince of Oak Ridge. The Oak Ridger reports that the Field of Flags has been seen at more than 30 churches, mostly in Connecticut. The flags have also appeared in North Carolina, Virginia, Florida, Maine, Delaware and Pennsylvania. A large billboard listing all the names of lost servicemen and women accompanies the exhibit. The national traveling exhibit of more than 5,300 flags will soon

cover the lawn around Parkway Presbyterian Church in west Knoxville. Each flag represents an American serviceman or woman who died in Iraq or Afghanistan. Forty-six flags will represent those men and women from East Tennessee who paid the ultimate price for freedom. The Field of Flags originated in 2005 at the Somers Congregational Church in Somers, Conn. Members of the church’s Memorial

Garden Committee placed 2,231 American flags, one for each American casualty in Iraq and Afghanistan. “This is a prayer chain from church to church to support the families who have lost someone,” said Anne Kirkpatrick, who travels with the flags. Jo-Ann Hornyak also joins her. Both women from the Somers church pay their own expenses to each destination. Designated churches keep the flags for about a month.

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“We have the support of everyone from Russia to Europe. And I believe we’ll get the support of China to continue to impose sanctions on Iran to isolate them, to make it clear that in fact they cannot move forward.” — Vice President Joe Biden as U.S. officials sought to shore up support Sunday for a tougher stand against Iran’s nuclear program. “(There’s) no cover-up, no missing records. If they’re missing, they’re missing since I retired.” — Retired Braintree, Mass., Police Chief John Polio, disavowing he had any role in smoothing over charges against a University of Alabama-Huntsville professor, who is charged with killing three colleagues last week, that he shot in killed her brother in Massachusetts more than 20 years ago.

“In the end, solving our fiscal challenge — so many years in the making — will take both parties coming together, putting politics aside, and making some hard choices about what we need to spend, and what we don’t.” — President Barack Obama

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Today’s highlight:

On Feb. 15, 1898, the U.S. battleship Maine mysteriously blew up in Havana Harbor, killing more than 260 crew members and bringing the United States closer to war with Spain. On this date:

In 1933, President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt escaped an assassination attempt in Miami that mortally wounded Chicago Mayor Anton J. Cermak; gunman Giuseppe Zangara was executed more than four weeks later. In 1961, 73 people, including an 18-member U.S. figure skating team en route to Czechoslovakia, were killed in the crash of a Sabena Airlines Boeing 707 in Belgium. n

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“We live by encouragement and die without it — slowly, sadly and angrily.” — Celeste Holm, American actress.

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“Valentine’s Day”

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The star-studded romance “Valentine’s Day” wooed audiences with a $52.4 million opening weekend, easily grabbing the No. 1 spot over the holiday that shares its name, according to studio estimates Sunday. Directed by Garry Marshall, “Valentine’s Day” was a celebrity bonanza. The cast includes Ashton Kutcher, Jessica Alba, Jennifer Garner, Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts, Jamie Foxx, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Biel, Shirley MacLaine, Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner. “Valentine’s Day” distributor Warner Bros. estimated its love story will be in the $60 million range after Presidents Day on Monday. That would break the Presidents Day weekend record of $52 million set by “Ghost Rider” over the four-day holiday weekend in 2007.

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Retirees still enjoy hikes in Smokies One of the best groups of people to hike with here in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are members of the Retired Citizens of the Smokies. I’ve hiked with them for several years and have learned more about the park and it’s people than I ever thought I would. They usually meet on Fridays at 9 a.m. in Gatlinburg, and carpool to their destination hike. Hikes are usually around five or six miles round trip. In their newsletter, they will rank the hikes from easy to strenuous, so people will know if they’re up to it or not. They meet on the second Tuesday of each month for their longer hike for those with a little bit more energy and stamina. In checking some of the records in their early history, I found that they first met in January 1970. Through the years their name had changed to encompass a broader geographical area. They were first call Retired Citizens of Gatlinburg, because that’s where most of them were from. Later on they became the Retired Citizens of the Smokies. According to what I could uncover, a Rev. Dan Jones was one of the first members, keeping a diary of the minutes and a mention of some of the other members at that time. I’ve seen a commenative marker coming out of Mynatt Park in Gatlinburg with a sign mentioning Dan Jones on one of the trails. They’ve had several different hike leaders throughout the years. The current outdoor activities chairman is Ray Sellers; a retired national park ranger who has seen duty all over America in some of the nation’s finest parks. I first met Ray when we both worked at The Happy Hiker back in the 1990s. Ray can outhike me any day of the week, which is a little embarressing for me, but more power to him. I’ve met so many nice people from this group that I just don’t have space enough to mention them all. One person I have to talk about, though, is Herb Clabo. Herb was born in the park in the Roaring Fork area, on the one-way loop road. To hike with him and listen to the stories he tells growing up in the park would mesmerize me. It’s one thing to look at pictures and old stills, but quite another to hear living history from an original. I believe he would qualify as a geneologist of Gatlinburg’s citizenry, by anyone’s standard. By the way, he will be 99 years old in April. Keep hiking, Herb! One of the reasons I like hiking with this group is that they take me to places that I couldn’t find on my own. I’ve discovered many remnants of old homesteads, usually nothing more than a chimney pile, but, coupled with Retired Citizens’ interpretation, I get my money’s worth. Some of the places I’ve been to I can’t really find on the map, but it’s all good. I’ve discovered not only old forgotten homesites, but waterfalls and views that I didn’t know existed. Most of the members of the Retired Hikers are indeed retired. You don’t have to be retired to belong and hike, which is why I joined them. For $10 a year, you can hike and enjoy the benefits of belonging to this great group of hikers and great people in general. You get several newsletters a year advising you of the hikes and where they take place. Usually all you need is a small backpack and some water and a snack to get you through the several hours you’ll be on the trail. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the members who passed away last year in 2009: Jerry Drown, Marian Oates, Charles Redick and Priscilla Sherrick. Not being able to hike with old friends is always depressing, which is why it’s always good to see new members. The current roster of members stands at around 200. Not all of them show up each week to hike, and some are no longer able to hike, but still they pay their dues and are a part of the group — at least in spirit. There are usually about 12 to 15 on any given hike, but I have seen it as high as 50. This Friday’s hike (Feb. 19) will meet at the Park and Ride across from Food City next to City Hall in Gatlinburg at 9:30 a.m. It’s a 4.4-mile hike. Eat a hearty breakfast and enjoy the Smokies. — Dan M. Smith is a Cincinnati native and Gatlinburg resident. He is the author of the forthcoming book “So Far from Forfar.” His son is serving in the Air Force. E-mail to dan0729@yahoo.com.

Editorial

Heroes among us You’ll appreciate and praise the latest batch of Unsung Heroes On Sunday you’ll meet our newest collection of Unsung Heroes. We hope you’ll agree they are deserving of recognition. And we hope you’ll agree there are many, many more equally deserving Unsung Heroes throughout our county. When we started seeking reader input for Unsung Heroes four years ago, it was to spotlight citizens who do good things to help people, but don’t receive the attention they deserve. That’s mostly because these are people who don’t seek attention or recognition, but do what they do out of a sense of duty and a desire to give back. Since that first batch of Unsung Heroes in 2006, we have annually selected six to eight citizens for the award. Each year our readers are

kind enough to nominate people from throughout the county. We can’t choose them all, of course, and the ones not selected are worthy of the recognition. What this annual effort does show is that we have a lot of people who are true Unsung Heroes, who take meals to the homebound, cut grass for the elderly, serve their communities as volunteer firefighters and youth sports coaches, and who see a need and work to meet that need. Every single recipient of the award this year was nominated by a reader of this newspaper. Over the years that’s where nearly every single nomination has come. We wanted this award to be one that came from you, not us. You know who is out there doing good deeds. You know who is unselfishly serving their community with

a spirit of giving. You know who the Unsung Heroes are. Thanks for coming through again this year. The people we chose from among the nominations are good people who are doing good work above and beyond their jobs and family lives. All of our selections this year share in common a desire, a calling, to give back, to serve others, to help people who need assistance. Now is the time to start thinking abut the 2011 Unsung Hero nomination process. We want a great selection from which to choose the winners. We need you for that to happen. This is an award that comes from the community, not the newsroom or advertising department or circulation department or press crew. It always will be so.

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Here’s an act you’ve got to see to believe Editor’s note: The Mountain Press is occasionally offering an eclectic mix of newsy tidbits, anecdotes and oneliners. You’ve literally got to see it to believe it. Sean Paul, the new magician who has been performing at Magic Beyond Belief since Feb. 1, and his wife, Juliane have a “mental telepathy” segment in their performance that defies the imagination. He goes into the audience and asks members to hold up items. Juliane, blindfolded on stage, indentifies them. Must be magic. ... The city of Sevierville is planning to remove a dying tree from Cemetery Park soon, and it will require lane closures on the 448 bypass and Main Street. The date has not been set. ... While there were plenty of local folks cheering for the Colts in the Super Bowl, Pigeon Forge Assistant City Manager Eric Brackins wasn’t among them. The man who holds one of the only NCAA football national champion rings in East Tennessee says he was cheering for the Saints “because of the

story and all that city’s been through.” ... Many people are still mourning the loss of Atlanta Bread Company at Waldens Landing in Pigeon Forge, but workers are at the site now installing the fixtures for what is apparently going to be a new Five Guys Burgers & Fries location. The burger chain has become famous, particularly in its native area of Washington and Georgetown, for offering flavorful foods and fries cooked in lower-fat peanut oil. ... The city of Sevierville has secured native Dolly Parton to star in a television ad campaign to promote tourism here. But a city ordinance will not allow the city to post banners celebrating the 25th anniversary of Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. How about this for a congenial solution? Sevierville could pay for ad space on a couple of billboards within the city limits promoting that very thing. ... In what may be a record for opening and closing a restaurant, Fuji, the Japanese steakhouse which opened just a few weeks ago on the Parkway in Sevierville across

from the Belk shopping center, has shut down. ... Just a hunch on our part, but the price of a dozen roses is probably a lot cheaper today than it was over the weekend — and you can probably find great savings on Valentine’s Day chocolate and cards. ... Speaking of prices: A gallon of regular unleaded gasoline cost $2.54.9 on Gleason Drive at Weigel’s in West Knoxville last Monday. On the same day, at a Weigel’s on Dolly Parton in Sevierville, the price for a gallon of regular unleaded was $2.29.9. ... Sevierville Alderman Travis McCroskey is looking to ad to the city. The planning commission reviewed his request for annexation of property he owns on East Mount Road. The move must be approved by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen as well. McCroskey said he was hoping to develop the land as commercial property. ... “American Idol” fans, do you wonder what Simon would say about a pre-famous Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin or Tom Petty?

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Lady Vols pull away for rout of Gators By BETH RUCKER AP Sports Writer

Associated Press

Tim Burke of the U.S. aims his rifle in the men’s 10 km sprint event at the Vancouver 2010 Olympics in Whistler, British Columbia on Sunday.

Day 2 opens with biathlon surprise By JAIME ARON AP Sports Writer

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Here’s a comforting thought for Americans Tim Burke and Jay Hakkinen as they deal with their also-ran status in the men’s biathlon 10-kilometer sprint, an event they were hoping to win medals in: Norwegian great Ole Einar Bjorndalen stunk it up, too. Winner of a record nine Olympic biathlon medals, Bjorndalen had the worst finish of his Olympic career, landing in 17th in a race blurred by a heavy, wet snowfall. Burke, the first U.S. biathlete ever to lead the World Cup standings, endured the same muck and wound up 47th. Hakkinen was 54th, and lost his status as the American with the best-ever finish in an Olympic biathlon event. Jeremy Teela was ninth to match Hakkinen’s best. Vincent Jay of France won the event, ahead of Emil Hegle Svendsen of and Jakov Fak of Croatia. They were all among the first 10 starters, before the snow began to cause problems. Bjorndalen’s performance was the equivalent of Michael Jordan getting benched in the final two minutes of a playoff game. Not only does it not happen, it’s hard to even imagine it happening. In 11 events over three Olympics, Bjorndalen finished lower than fifth only once — he

was 12th in this same event in Turin. His three penalties from the prone position matched the most of all 87 competitors and his four total penalties tied for second-most. Four more gold medals were to be awarded on Day 2 of the Vancouver Olympics, which opened with more warm weather (52 degrees early in the afternoon) and the United States atop the medal list with four. Among the things to watch: A somber men’s luge, the debut game for the U.S. women’s hockey team, and figure skating cranking up. There’s also Canada’s ongoing quest for the first gold medal won on home snow or ice, with the best chance for a drought-buster coming in men’s moguls, where a native Canadian competing for Australia is among the top challengers. ——— Nordic Combined Americans were in good shape to vie for their first Olympic medals in Nordic combined, with Todd Lodwick, Johnny Spillane and Brett Camerota in the top 11 going into the cross-country portion. Billy Demong was 24th. Lodwick and Spillane broke their skis while training at the jump hill Friday and had to use backups Sunday. Camerota, who jumped early and got to sit in the leader box for a few minutes, predicted an

American breakthrough in the European-dominated sport. “We’re ready to go,” he said. “I think today’s going to be our day.” ——— Downhill It’s almost getting to the point where it will be news when they do ski in Whistler. The Alpine schedule was wiped out yet again, this time keeping the women from a training session because of heavy rain and snow. The women’s downhill race — Lindsey Vonn’s signature event — is scheduled for Wednesday, leaving only two more days to get in at least one training run, as the rules require. The men’s downhill was supposed to have provided the first medal of these Olympics, but now it’s slated to begin Monday. Drier, cooler air is expected Monday, although it remains to be seen if that will be enough to make the course fit for competition. “They’ve got some challenges because the top of the hill has been receiving snow, the middle has been a mixture of snow and rain, and the bottom has been pouring rain,” U.S. men’s head coach Sasha Rearick said. “Three different approaches they need to take on the hill, and they’ve been applying that very well.” ——— Luge Officials in the republic of

Georgia are planning to make sure Nodar Kumaritashvili is remembered in fitting fashion, announcing plans to build a luge track in his home town and to hold an annual competition in his honor. Kumaritashvili was from Bakuriani, a top ski resort in the Caucasus Mountains. He died Friday after crashing during a training run, prompting changes to make the course shorter and slower. The women’s event begins Monday and many of the competitors don’t like the new setup. German standout Natalie Geisenberger said racing on the new track is “not fun.” She adds that if a switch in the name of safety was to be made, it should have been done a year earlier, “not when one is dead.” American world champion Erin Hamlin said it’s extremely difficult to figure out how to handle the new start position. ——— Hockey Uh-oh, Canada: Sidney Crosby got hurt in his final NHL game before coming to the Olympics. Crosby, the biggest star on a Canadian roster filled with big names, was seen wincing in pain and slamming his stick in frustration after blocking a shot off his right shin in the second period of a game against Nashville. He returned to the ice for his first shift of the third period.

Daytona 500 halted twice for track repair DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The Daytona 500 was halted twice because of a pothole in the pavement, a significant setback for NASCAR’s version of the Super Bowl. The race had not resumed when The Mountain Press went to press early Sunday because of the imminent threat of bad winter weather. It was unclear how or when the hole developed on an area between turns one and two, but officials stopped Sunday’s race with 78 laps remaining in the 200-lap season-opening race. Cars parked on pit road for about 30 minutes, then NASCAR allowed drivers to get out of their cockpits for a break. Track workers started trying to patch the hole, which was about 18 inches long and 8 inches wide, but it was unclear how long it would take. The delay had already lasted more than 80 minutes. NASCAR chairman Brian France said moisture and cooler-than-normal temperatures have made repairs difficult. “The normal solution you would patch the track with

Kahne said. NASCAR superstar Dale Earnhardt Jr. said last February that Daytona International Speedway was long overdue for a new surface. Earnhardt reiterated his stance during the break Sunday, saying there was about “2 1/2 miles of hole.” “It’s so damn slick,” he said. “It shouldn’t be like this. It’s 2010.” Earnhardt guessed over his radio that the track had been repaved in the late 1980s or early 1990s. “Maybe we’ll try to Google it later,” he told crew chief Lance McGrew. Not every driver was as eager for new asphalt on Associated Press NASCAR’s most famous Kevin Harvick, left, talks with Elliott Sadler, right, during the sectrack. Two-time NASCAR ond red flag delay in the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona champion Tony Stewart International Speedway on Sunday and Carl Edwards said they like the slick surface. New is not working,” France said. repaving in 2012. But offi- the delay would force the pavement could mean con“But we’ve actually turned cials said it could be moved race to finish under cooler siderably different racing at temperatures and maybe Daytona. the corner. We’re on our third up if necessary. “That patch is right about Clint Bowyer was leading even darkness — both of different solution. Normally, we would have had this the race, followed by David which would cause sub- were the right-side tires resolved a lot quicker. That’s Ragan, Kasey Kahne, Carl stantial changes to driv- would run if you were down the problem. The good news Edwards and Elliott Sadler. ing conditions. And leav- on the yellow line,” McGrew “I saw that hole,” Bowyer ing the hole with speeds said. is we will get it solved.” The last time a NASCAR The 2 1/2-mile, high- said. “It was getting blacker reaching nearly 200 mph race was stopped because of banked superspeedway was and blacker and blacker. I was not an option. “You can’t bounce through a hole in a track came at last paved in 1978 and is knew it was getting bigger.” Several drivers feared this place with holes in it,” Martinsville in 2004. scheduled for $20 million

KNOXVILLE — Up by just six points at halftime against Florida, Tennessee seemed bound for another one of the close calls that have become the norm in Southeastern Conference play. Coach Pat Summitt preached once again to the fifth-ranked Lady Volunteers about the importance of playing with full effort for 40 minutes. “I was not happy,” Summitt said. “I told them, ’We’re not going anywhere in the tournament unless we invest in being a 40-minute team.’ There’s a reason that we have eight championships. We have to change our level of commitment.” This time, the Lady Vols listened, shooting 64.5 percent and limiting the Gators to 21.2 percent as they beat Florida 83-44 on Sunday. Nearly half of all SEC games played this season have been decided by single digits, and SECleading Tennessee (23-2, 11-1 SEC) has played its part. The Lady Vols needed a reverse layup by Angie Bjorklund with 2.3 seconds left to pull out a 66-64 win over Florida in Gainesville on Jan. 14. Bjorklund also hit a game-winning 3 in a 61-58 win at Mississippi on Thursday. Bjorklund still did her part in beating Florida (13-12, 6-6), but this time she helped by scoring 24 points, including six 3-pointers. Kelley Cain added 19 points, Shekinna Stricklen sank 12 and Alicia Manning added 11. “It feels good,” Bjorklund said. “I think once our team got together at halftime and everyone committed to defense and rebounding, that made a huge difference. We need to keep it like that more often and focus on playing a 40-minute game.” The teams traded the lead eight times and tied three times in the first half. Stricklen grabbed the ball from Tessah Holt and hit a layup to cap a 10-0 Tennessee run and give the Lady Vols a 31-21 lead with 2:06 in the first half. Layups by Trumae Lucas and Jennifer George helped Florida trim the margin, and Tennessee led 34-28 at halftime. “I thought we showed a lot of fight in the first half,” Gators coach Amanda Butler said. “In the second half the fight wasn’t there, the intensity wasn’t there. The things that you have to do to compete with a team like Tennessee, especially on their home court, weren’t there.” The Lady Vols stopped relying so much on their post game after halftime and found some perimeter shooting that had been missing recently, opening the half on a 12-3 run that included 3s by Bjorklund and Manning. The Gators could only manage 16 points after the break, going long stretches between each basket, and never made it to the freethrow line. Steffi Sorensen led Florida with 12 points. “This doesn’t count, though,” Summitt said. “It counts when we have 40 minutes of busting it up-and-down the court, defending and rebounding at both ends.”

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Wearing booties to keep his feet clean, Jazz, an Old English Sheepdog, foreground, is held by his owner Rick Douglas in the lobby of the Pennsylvania Hotel on Sunday.

Putting on the dog (show) Westminster ready for 134th annual event this week By BEN WALKER AP National Writer NEW YORK — She is a hot dog, this little Sadie. Tongue out and wagging tail up, the perky, 4-year-old Scottish terrier has won more than 100 best in show ribbons and is the overwhelping favorite to complete dogdom’s Triple Crown this week at Westminster. She’s already charmed the judge, in fact. What in the show world could go wrong for America’s top dog at America’s top pooch pageant? Well, plenty. Two years ago, she got spooked at Madison Square Garden. Her handler’s new shoes were too squeaky, the wooden boards covering the ice hockey rink thumped too loudly. There was a stray TV monitor that threw her, too. Then last February, she had a potty accident on the green carpet while coming out to take her place in the final ring. Come Tuesday night, it could be Sadie’s turn. Or not. Because inside those purple and gold ropes, the show world revolves around one guiding principle. Dog on the day. “That’s what we always say,� said David Frei, longtime host of the Westminster telecast on the USA Network and CNBC. “It doesn’t matter what you’ve done in the past. It’s what you do

inside that ring on any given day.� So maybe there’s room for another contender, perhaps a prize Doberman pinscher, a familiar puli or a sweet golden retriever. Dogs from 173 breeds and varieties begin competing Monday morning, with three newcomers to Westminster: the Irish red and white setter, the Norwegian buhund and the Pyrenean shepherd. There are a full 2,500 entries — up from last year, when a slow economy took a bite out of the show — including a 12-yearold shiba inu and 10-month-old miniature bull terrier. Australian shepherds are the most popular with 44 while there were just two kuvaszok. The hound, toy and nonsporting groups will be judged Monday. The sporting, working and terrier groups go Tuesday. Then shortly before 11 p.m., judge Elliott Weiss will make his pick for best in show. Chances are, Weiss will see Sadie among the final seven — oddsmaker John Avello playfully lists her as the easy 8-to-1 favorite at the Wynn Las Vegas casino. Weiss chose Sadie as best in show at an event in North Carolina in September. It’s common for top judges to see the best dogs at competitions around the

U.S. rockets slam into Afghan home; 12 killed MARJAH, Afghanistan (AP) — Two U.S. rockets slammed into a home Sunday outside the southern Taliban stronghold of Marjah, killing 12 civilians after Afghanistan’s president appealed to NATO to take care in its campaign to seize the town. Inside Marjah, Marines encountered “death at every corner� in their second day of a massive offensive to capture this bleak mud-brick city filled with booby traps, hardcore Taliban fighters and civilians unsure where to cast their loyalty. Marines confronted a fierce sandstorm as they ducked in and out of doorways and hid behind bullet-riddled walls to evade sniper fire. To the north, U.S. Army troops fought skirmishes with Taliban fighters, calling in a Cobra attack helicopter against the insurgents. Insurgents littered the area with booby traps and explosives before the offensive, and the sound of controlled detonations — about three every hour — punctuated the day along with mortars and rocket fire. “Our children are very scared by the explosions. When will it end?� asked Zaher, a 25-year-old poppy farmer who like many Afghans goes by one name. The civilian deaths were a blow to NATO and Afghan efforts to win the support of residents in the Marjah area, a major goal of the biggest ground offensive of the eightyear war. Marjah, which had

a population of 80,000 before the offensive, is a Taliban logistical center and a base for their lucrative opium trade which finances the insurgency.

country during the year. Plenty of judges have picked the coal-black Sadie, whose registered name is Roundtown Mercedes of Maryscot. She won the prestigious National Dog Show in November and the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship in December. “Incredible,� praised Clint Livingston, handler of a golden retriever called Treasure who is the country’s No. 4-ranked show dog. Sadie got rankled during terrier judging at Westminster in 2008 and was the runner-up. Trying to prepare her for all sorts of future distractions in the big ring, handler Gabriel Rangel took to having strangers feed her treats. Last year at the Garden, Sadie won the terrier group. “Maybe I should take a Scotch,� Rangel said. An underdog, so to speak, wound up winning best in show. Crowd favorite Stump, a 10-yearold Sussex spaniel, took the ribbon and silver bowl. He’s now retired, living a dog’s life in Texas. Scotties have won best in show at Westminster seven times, surpassed only by 13 wins for wire fox terriers. Then again, not since a perfectly primped bichon frise called J.R. in 2001 has America’s reigning No. 1 show dog won Westminster. “Dog on the day,� Frei said.

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ATLANTA (AP) — The message on dozens of billboards across the city is provocative: Black children are an “endangered species.� The eyebrow-raising ads featuring a young black child are an effort by the anti-abortion movement to use race to rally support within the black community. The reaction from black leaders has been mixed, but the “Too Many Aborted� campaign, which so far is unique to only Georgia, is drawing support from other anti-abortion groups across the country. “It’s ingenious,� said the Rev. Johnny Hunter, national director of the Life Education and Resource Network, a North Carolina-based anti-abortion group aimed at African-Americans that operates in 27 states. “This campaign is in your face, and nobody can ignore it.� The billboards went up last week in Atlanta and urge black women to “get outraged.� The effort is sponsored by Georgia Right to Life, which also is pushing legislation that aims to ban abortions based on race. Black women accounted for the majority of abortions in Georgia in 2006, even though blacks make up just a third of state population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Nationally, black women were more than three times as likely to get an abortion in 2006 compared with white women, according to the CDC. “I think it’s necessary,� Cheryl Sullenger, senior policy adviser for Operation Rescue, said of the billboard campaign. “Abortion in the black community is at epidemic proportions. They’re not really aware of what’s actually going on. If it shocks people ... it should be shocking.� Anti-abortion advocates say the procedure has always been linked to race. They claim Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger wanted to eradicate minorities by putting birth control clinics in their neighborhoods, a charge Planned Parenthood denies. “The language in the billboard is using messages of fear and shame to target women of color,� said Leola Reis, a spokeswoman for Planned Parenthood of Georgia.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Editor’s Note: The community calendar is printed as space permits. Only noncommercial, public events held in Sevier County will be considered. They are listed by date. To place an item phone 4280748, ext. 214, or e-mail to editor@themountainpress. com. Items may be faxed to 453-4913.

St. Paul Episcopal

Monday, Feb. 15

Mental Health Day

Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet again at 7 p.m. March 15 at Echota Resort Clubhouse on Highway 66. 453-6841 or 712-3287.

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 2-5 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge. 429-2508. n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. River of Life Outreach, 110 Simmons Road, Seymour. 679-6796. n 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m., First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 908-1245.

Blood Drive

Medic blood drive 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Walters State Community College, Maples-Marshall Hall.

Seymour Story Time

Preschool story time 11 a.m., Seymour Library. 573-0728.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace Women’s Bible study: n 10 a.m. Seymour Heights Christian Church, Chapman and Boyds Creek Highway n 1 p.m. Gatlinburg Inn

Gatekeepers

Gatekeepers men’s Bible study, 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mountain Drive, Sevierville. 310-7831.

Tuesday, Feb. 16 Hot Meals

Hot Meals for Hungry Hearts served from 5:306:30 p,m. Second Baptist Church, Pigeon Street just off Chapman Highway.

Ash Wednesday service 6:30 p.m. at St. Paul Episcopal Church, 1028 Boyds Creek Highway, Seymour.

Middle Creek UMC

Worship services at 6:30 p.m. at Middle Creek United Methodist Church, 1828 Middle Creek Road, Pigeon Forge. 216-2066. Free Mental Health Awareness Day 10 a.m. Feb. 19, Senior Center on Chapman Highway. $4 lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. RSVP by today for meal to 453-8080.

Thursday, Feb. 18 Submarine Veterans

Smoky Mountain submarine vets meet at 6 p.m., Islamorada Restaurant. www.SmokyMountainBase. com or 429-0465 or 6923368.

ABWA

American Business Women’s Association meets at Holiday Inn Pigeon Forge. Networking 6 p.m., dinner meeting to follow. www.abwasevier.org.

Library Movie

Anna Porter Public Library will show the movie “Star Trek” at 6:30 p.m. 4365588.

TOPS

TOPS weight loss chapter meets at 6 p.m., Parkway Church of God in Sevierville. 755-9517 or 429-3150.

Radio Service

Sevier County Emergency Radio Service meets at 7:30 p.m., EOC office on Bruce Street. 429-2422 or www.freewebs.com/aresradio.

DAR

Great Smokies chapter, DAR, meets at 10:30 a.m., Pigeon Forge Library. Speakers Drama Robeson and Betty Watkins on “A Visit from the Klukwan Girl.” 774-2236.

Human Resources

Sevier County Crewettes meets at 7 p.m. at Rescue Squad. 453-3861 or 4538572.

Smoky Mountain HR Association meets at 8 a.m. Sevierville Police Chief Don Myers to speak about safety issues in workplace. For meeting location, 286-1438.

Republicans

Women’s Bible Study

Crewettes

Sevier County Republican Party meets at 6 p.m. at courthouse. Guest speaker, alternative medicine specialist and political advocate Greg Samples. 4533882 or 368-3833.

Old Harp Singing

Old Harp shape note singing 7 p.m., Middle Creek United Methodist Church. 428-0874. Tunebooks provided.

Al-Anon Family

Al-Anon Family Group meets at 11 a.m., First United Methodist, Pigeon Forge. 428-7617 or 6806724.

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 1-4 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge. 429-2508. n 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m., First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 908-1245.

Blood Drive

Medic blood drive 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Food City, Seymour.

Optimist Club

Northview Kodak Optimist Club meets 7 p.m. at the Optimist building. Carolyn Davis, guidance counselor at Northview Middle, to speak.

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 9 a.m. UMC Pigeon Forge n 2 p.m. Blue Mountain Mist B&B, Pullen Road n 6:30 p.m. Sevierville UMC, Conference Room

Hot Meals

Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries provides hot meals 5:30-6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Sevierville and Kodak United Methodist Church in Kodak.

Friday, Feb. 19 Kodak Story Time

Preschool story time 11 a.m., Kodak Library. 9330078.

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Mental Health Awareness

Mental Health Awareness Day 10 a.m., Senior Center on Chapman Highway. Free. Wade Horton of Peninsula Outpatient Center to speak. Programs and materials on depression. 453-8080.

Saturday, Feb. 20 Angel Food

Angel Food pick-up: n 8-11 a.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 429-2508. n 10 a.m. to noon, River of Life Outreach, 110 Simmons Road, Seymour. 679-6796. n 8-10 a.m. First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 9081245. n 9:30 to 11 a.m., Basic Life Ministries, formerly TFH. 286-9784.

Thomas Benefit

Rescheduled benefit auction and chili supper for Bill Thomas today. 3 p.m. auction and 5 p.m. chili supper at Rescue Squad, Dolly Parton Parkway. Gospel singing planned. 806-4250 or 429-1742, 4539544 or 774-9435.

Sunday, Feb. 21 Gatlinburg FUMC

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church offers 6 p.m. fellowship of contemporary music, worship, followed by meal. 436-4691.

Monday, Feb. 22 Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace Women’s Bible study: n 10 a.m. Seymour Heights Christian Church, Chapman and Boyds Creek Highway n 1 p.m. Gatlinburg Inn

Gatekeepers

Gatekeepers men’s Bible study, 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mountain Drive, Sevierville. 310-7831.

Tuesday, Feb. 23 Hot Meals

Hot Meals for Hungry Hearts served from 5:30 to 6:30 p,m. Second Baptist Church, Pigeon Street just off Chapman Highway.

Al-Anon Family

Al-Anon Family Group meets at 11 a.m., First United Methodist, Pigeon Forge. 428-7617 or 6806724.

Gatekeepers

Gatekeepers men’s Bible study 6:30 p.m., 1328 Old Newport Highway, Sevierville. 908-0591.

Wednesday, Feb. 24 Middle Creek UMC

Worship services at 6:30 p.m. at Middle Creek United Methodist Church, 1828 Middle Creek Road, Pigeon Forge. 216-2066.

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Community Dinner

Burchfield Methodist Church community fellowship dinner 6 p.m.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 1 p.m. Foxtrot Bed and Breakfast, Garrett, Gatlinburg n 6:30 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC

Gatekeepers

Gatekeepers men’s Bible study 6:30 p.m., 1328 Old Newport Highway, Sevierville. 908-0591.

Wednesday, Feb. 17 Sevierville Story Time Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m. Sevier County Main Library. 453-3532.

Thursday, Feb. 25 TOPS

TOPS weight loss chapter meets at 6 p.m., Parkway Church of God in Sevierville. 755-9517 or 429-3150.

Hot Meals

Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries provides hot meals 5:30-6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Sevierville and Kodak United Methodist Church in Kodak.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 9 a.m. UMC Pigeon Forge n 2 p.m. Blue Mountain Mist B&B, Pullen Road n 6:30 p.m. Sevierville UMC, Conference Room

Blood Drive

Medic blood drive 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pi Beta Phi Elementary School, Gatlinburg.

Midway FCE

Midway Family, Community and Education Club meets 1 p.m., Mountain National Bank, Kodak Branch. Senior nutrition program by Sevier County Agent Linda Hyder.

Friday, Feb. 26

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Nondenominational.

Relay Breakfast

Relay for Life pancake breakfast 7-9:30 a.m., Old Mill Square Pottery House Café and Grille.

GateKeepers men’s community Bible study, 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mt. Drive, Sevierville. (865) 310-7831.

Literary Festival

Gold Wing Riders

Chili Supper/Auction

Women’s Bible Study

Rose Glen Literary Festival 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Walters State Community College, Sevierville. Pigeon Forge Little League Football Booster Club chili supper/auction 6 p.m. at middle school cafeteria. $5 at door.

Sunday, Feb. 28 Gatlinburg FUMC

Gatlinburg First United Methodist Church offers 6 p.m. fellowship of contemporary music, worship, followed by meal. 436-4691.

Colonial Dames

John Ogle Chapter of Colonial Dames of the XVII Century meets at 2 p.m., Sevier County Librrary. Film of national headquarters to be shown.

Monday, March 1

Gold Wing Road Riders Assn. meets at 6:30 p.m. at IHOP Sevierville. 6604400. Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 10 a.m. Seymour Heights Christian Church (enter last door on right side), Chapman and Boyds Highway, Seymour n 1 p.m. Gatlinburg Inn, Gatlinburg

Tuesday, March 2 American Legion

American Legion Post 104 covered dish dinner meeting 6 p.m. at Post home. 908-4310 or www. amlgnp104tn.org.

NARFE

National Assn. of Retired Federal Employees meets 6 p.m. at Holiday Inn Pigeon Forge. 453-4174.

Kindness Counts

Prayer In Action

Prayer In Action meets at 6 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC.

Kindness Counts meets 7 p.m. at Sevierville IHOP. 654-2684.

Los Rancheros Mexican Restaurant

Buy One Get One FREE Entree

Consignment Sale

of equal or lesser value with purchase of two drinks. Expires March 8th, 2010. Limit one coupon per table.

Oak City Baptist Church children’s consignment sale 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and 8-3 Saturday. Visit www. oakcitybc.org or call 6031388.

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Saturday, Feb. 27 Skywarn Class

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Garlands of Grace women’s Bible study: n 1 p.m. Foxtrot Bed and Breakfast, Garrett, Gatlnburg n 6:30 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC

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Medic blood drive 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Smoky Mountain Knife Works, 23320 Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville.

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Legals 100 Announcements

600 Rentals

200 Employment

700 Real Estate

300 Services

800 Mobile Homes

400 Financial

900 Transportation

LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of LESTER RUSSELL CLONINGER Late of Sevier County, Tennessee

Notice is Hereby Given that on the 14 day of JAN 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of LESTER RUSSELL CLONINGER deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the County Court Clerk of Sevier County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against her Estate are required to file the same in triplicate with the Clerk of the above named Court within four months from the date of the first publication (or of the posting, as the case may be) of this notice, otherwise their claim will be forever barred.

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107 LOST & FOUND Found: Cat, gray, part Persian, long hair, declawed, spayde. 865-617-8222

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Estate of LESTER RUSSELL COLNINGER

110 SPECIAL NOTICES

By:Rebecca Slone Attorney By: Joe Keener County Clerk

02/15/2010

105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

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105 YARD & TREE SERVICES

236 GENERAL

Cabin Cleaners Seeking highly motivated, detail oriented cleaners with strong work ethic. Able to work weekends & holidays. Benefits offered. Apply at Timber Tops, 1440 Upper Middle Creek Rd., Sevierville; email kcarpenter@timbertops.net; Fax 865-868-0836

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does not recommend or endorse any product, service or company. For more information and assistance regarding the investigation of FINANCING, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AND WORK AT HOME OPPORTUNITIES, this newspaper urges its readers to contact the Better Business Bureau, 2633 Kingston Pike, Suite 2, Knoxville, TN 37919, Phone (865)692-1600.

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MOTIVATED TELEMARKETERS. Faith Based, Non Profit Humanitarian Organization in Sevierville TN. Is in need of Dynamic Individual to take on the challenging role of a Direct-Dial, out bound Call Center Telemarketer. Full time positions available. Looking for Candidates with previous Telemarketing Experience, Great Communication/Ph one Skills, Strong follow through and closing skills! Scrips will be provided for these positions. Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate. Offers a pleasant working environment, competitive hourly wage, plus commission bonus. 868-5200.

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Reservationists needed for area resort. Experience preferred. Must Work nights and weekends. Fax Resume to 865-908-1247

If you have a problem with the delivery of your morning Mountain Press, please call the Circulation Department at 428-0746, ext. 239 & 231 Monday - Friday and your paper will be delivered to you on the same day. Newspapers from calls after 10:00 a.m. will be delivered with the next day’s paper. On Saturday, Sunday and holidays you may dial 428-0748 extensions 239 & 231. If complaints are received between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m., papers will be delivered the same day. Newspapers from calls received after 10:00 a.m. will be delivered with the next day’s paper. This applies to in-county home delivery only. Sevier County’s Only Daily Newspaper

Sevier County Health Care Center Seeks energetic, outgoing, highly organized individual to fill the role of Activities Assistant. The perfect candidate will have a strong work ethic with a positive outlook, be flexible and must love working with senior adults. A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. is required with some college being a plus. Experience in a long-term care setting is a plus. The usual hours are 8:00-5:00 Mon. through Fri. and every third Sat. Schedule is subject to change. Apply in person, Mon. - Fri. between the hours of 10:00 and 3:00 or fax resume to Jennifer Moffett (865)453-7148. Sevier County Schools is currently seeking a sign language interpreter for a hearing impaired student. For more information, please call the Department of Special Education at 4531036 or 453-1037 and ask for Dee Kilpatrick.

106 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

106 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

111 HOME & OFFICE CLEANING

113 MISC. SERVICES

DCC Construction

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PC setup, repair, virus removal, speed-up, retrieve lost documents/ pictures. Network setup, repair. Will train in PC basic skills, word, excel, emails, internet. Free estimate. 865-774-7394.

Residential & Commercial s .EW #ONSTRUCTION s 2EMODELING s 2OOlNG s #ONCRETE s #ARPENTRY s $ECKS Licensed & Insured 865-360-4352

Kitchens, Bath, Decks, Windows, Doors, Trim, Sheetrock, Painting, Plumbing & Electrical, Vinyl & Laminate Flooring

ALL REPAIRS 24 HOUR 865-740-7102 755-0178

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Professional Painter for hire 1st class guaranteed work. Over 25 yrs. exp.

Phone Sam 865-453-6811

New Installs, Replacements, Sun Tunnels Lic. Bonded & Insured

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106 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Mike’s Plumbing Specialize In All Phases Of Plumbing Repair & Replacement Including Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal & Heat Water Heater Installation Inside and Out Anytime Day Or Night

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Permanent Part time 20-32 hrs per week nights & weekends office/front desk/reservation experience preferred. Email grainwater@hotmail.co m or fax 865-4288765.

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110 SPECIAL NOTICES

Invitation to Bid Sevier County Electric System is accepting proposals from metal roofing contractors for removal and partial replacement of a standing seam metal roofing system, including removal and replacement of insulation. Please submit proposals to the business office at 315 E. Main Street, Sevierville TN no later than 3:00 P.M. on Friday, February 19, 2010. Proposals must be in a sealed envelope marked front and back “Garage Metal Roof.� All bidding contractors will be required to provide a valid State of Tennessee contractor’s license number and proof of insurance. Please contact Allen Robbins at (865)4532887 for details of the proposed work.

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241 PROFESSIONAL

Local cabin company taking applications for Reservationist, Assistant Manager, and Cleaners. Apply in person at: 333 Ski Mtn. Rd. Gatlinburg.

Massage Therapist needed full time for area resort. Hourly plus commission. Fax resume to 865-908-1247

Staff Accountant Star Construction, LLC, a subsidiary of Dycom Industries, Inc., has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant. Duties include but not limited to performing reconciliations, preparing sales tax returns for 7+ states and numerous localities, business licenses for multiple locations, fixed assets, and assisting controller with month end close including heavy journal entries. Duties will also include review of payroll tax and backup for payroll administrator for weekly processing of multi-state payroll of 400+ employees. This position will require extensive experience in GL Accounting, taxes, and payroll. Position will include some limited travel to sites throughout the southeast.

Star Construction, LLC 6621 Asheville Highway Knoxville, TN 37924 Attn: Human Resources Fax: (865) 766-8321 E-mail: laura.henry@ star-llc.net No phone calls please.

238 HOTEL/MOTEL Exp Desk Clerk needed Apply in person Colonial House Motel Pigeon Forge.

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

3BR Duplex Hardwood, All appliances. $500 deposit $750 rent. In Seymour off Chapman 919-1324

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Duplex available River Trace 2br/1ba 1 car garage $665.00 865-429-4470 556 FIREWOOD Firewood for sale. All hardwood. $45 rick. 865-977-8903 589 FURNITURE

NEW YEARS SPECIAL 2 new recliners $398 Cagles Furniture & Appliances 2364B Pittman Center Rd.

453-0727

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A-1 pre-owned dryers, washers, ranges & refrigerators All with warranty. Cagles Furniture and Appliances

307 CHILDCARE

453-0727

For rent in Seymour 2BR duplex Newly renovated 551 Hutchinson Ave Apt 2. $450 mth $500 dep. 865679-5024. Spacious 1BR/1BA $495 a mon., 2BR/2BA $695 a mon. Exc. Cond. C H/A. W/D Conn., D/W Vaulted Ceiling, Front porch, Rear patio, Lawn, Trash and City Water Inc. 7050387 693 ROOMS FOR RENT

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LEGALS

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE Sale at public auction will be on March 9, 2010 at 2:00PM Eastern Standard Time, at the front door, Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by Jeffrey J. Laporte and Jacqueline H. Laporte to Wesley D. Turner, Trustee, on February 2, 2005 at Book Volume 2174, Page 748conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Register s Office. Owner of Debt: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for ABFC 2005-AQ1 Trust, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-AQ1 The following real estate located in Sevier County, Tennessee, will be sold to the highest call bidder subject to all unpaid taxes, prior liens and encumbrances of record: Described property located in the Sixth (6th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit:Lot 69, in the Homestead in Wears Valley, Unit 3, Phase 1, as shown on revised map of resubdivision of Lots 60, 69, and 70 as of record in Plat Cabinet 33, Page 33, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which map specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description.Together with and Subject to terms and provisions of declaration of agreement for non-exclusive ingress and egress easement for the common use and benefit of the owners of Lots 68 and 69, recorded in Book 1352, Page 128, in the Sevier County Register s Office. Street Address: 4476 Whetstone Road Sevierville, TN 37862 Current Owner(s) of Property: Jeffrey J. Laporte and Jacqueline H. Laporte, husband and wife The street address of the above described property is believed to be 4476 Whetstone Road, Sevierville, TN 37862, but such address is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description herein shall control. SALE IS SUBJECT TO TENANT(S) RIGHTS IN POSSESSION. All right of equity of redemption, statutory and otherwise, and homestead are expressly waived in said Deed of Trust, and the title is believed to be good, but the undersigned will sell and convey only as Substitute Trustee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time, and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. If the highest bidder cannot pay the bid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, the next highest bidder, at their highest bid, will be deemed the successful bidder. This property is being sold with the express reservation that the sale is subject to confirmation by the lender or trustee. This sale may be rescinded at any time. This office is a debt collector. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee Law Office of Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP 6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 410 Memphis, TN 38119 Phone 901-767-5566 Fax 901-767-8890 File No. 09-023641

February 15, 22 and March 1, 2010

698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS

429-4470

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Affordable Housing in Gatlinburg Rooms for rent, weekly rates, furn., cable TV.

2BR old house, some furniture. Also, 2BR mobile home on Price Way. Call 865-654-8702

ROOMS FOR RENT Weekly Low Rates $95.00 + tax 436-5179

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Greystone Rentals Red Carpet Inn 349 East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN

Gatlinburg Walking distance to town. Low weekly rates. Furn/cable TV, micro, fridge, phone. 1 person $140 week. 436-4387

1BR in Pigeon Forge. $350 mth. Credit check & references required.Call Bonnie 865-908-6000.

1BR log cabin Pigeon Forge $650 mth. Hannah- Pristine Realty 865-5562150. 1 & 2 BR avail. Some Pets OK. $400 UP WATER INCLUDED Murrell Meadows 1/8 mile from Walters State College Allensville Road Walk to lake 2BR/2BA House on a cul de sac, Immaculate cond. $600 WATER INCLUDED

654-7033

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CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN SEVIERVILLE 2 bedroom 1.5 bath townhomes Call 428-5161

Building for lease formerly Creekside Wedding Chapel. Parkway Gatlinburg 850-2004.

HOME SHOW PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS 2010 Singlewides & Doublewides Call for your special appointment. 865-453-0086

3BR/1BA, large house in Sev. $700/mo. 850-2487. Gatlinburg 1BR home furnishes $600 a month. Monthly or Yearly 865-7120160 House 2BR Close to Sevierville. Sewer & water furnished. C/H. W/D hook up. $625 + dep. No pets. 453-9269 or 382-1966 Hwy. 321 Pittman Center area. 1&2 BR cabin on creek, fully furnished. Utilities included. $225 & $250 wk. 8502487.

Large home on lake for lease in Kodak area. Minutes from Exit 407. 4BR 4+ BA, large deck, 2 fireplaces. $2000 per mth. 850-2483 Really Nice 2BR 1BA Close in. Fully furnished. Fp, on river Nice lawn. $800 month 865-4535363 HUD PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, family status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination. State laws forbid discrimination in the sale, rental or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-6699777, The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

831 MOBILE HOME PARK LOTS

829 MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

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$550 to $950+. Wanda Galli Realty Exec. 680-5119 or 7744307.

1 & 2 BR Apt. From $395. Water/Sewer Inc. Patio Mtn Views. 908-2062 1BR Apt. near Gat. W/D, DW, water, private ent. $575/mo.,$575 dep. 556-1929.

Seymour area, 12x36, 1BR 1BA. No pets. $375 mth $275 damage dep. 654-2519

721 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Kodak 3+2 $550 2+2 $450 + dep. No pets. Very nice. 933-6544

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT Office for rent in Seymour. 424 Maryville Hwy Unit 1. 600 sq ft. $400 mth. $400 dep. Newly renovated. 865-679-5024.

Top of the Line! The Cottages Large Furnished 2B 2B Fp, jac, hdwd, all appl, w/d, 2 car garage, pool. Available Feb 1. $1000 mth. 453-7400.

$545-$735

436-4471 or 621-2941

OfďŹ ce & Storage Space for Lease

Studio condo on Pkwy, furn, util inc, wifi, cbl, indr pool $200/ wk 540-397- 4977

Corporate Units Available

Cabin/Condo Mgmt Business. Investor seeking local manager/partner for new cabin/condo rental management business. Some experience preferred. Email Mark mark.oldham@uniguest.co m

428 Park Rd. near trolley stop CHEAP$100 weekly Includes All Utilities.

Sevier County’s Best for the 12th Year!

3BR 1BA fireplace Pigeon Forge 1400 sq ft. $750 mth. Credit check & references required. Call Bonnie 865908-6000.

Kodak 3BR 2BA $850 plus dep. Very nice. No pets. 865933-6544

865-748-5341

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DOWNTOWN SEVIERVILLE

697 CONDO RENTALS

For Rent

Pigeon Forge 865-453-4905

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View Mt. LeConte from outside your new basement apartment or walk to the Old Harrisburg Covered Bridge. Fully furnished, the three large rooms include a big whirlpool tub and a full bathroom. Just right for the perfect single person with good references, $1000 will move you in with monthly rent then $650. Phone 429-4325 and leave a return number if no answer.

699 HOME RENTALS

Star Construction, LLC offers a competitive wage and benefit package, which includes health insurance, vacation, and 401(K). For immediate consideration, please send your resume, along with your salary history and requirements to:

242 RESTAURANT Baskin Robbins Shift Managers needed for both Pigeon Forge locations and the Turkey Creek location in Knoxville. Mgt Experience Preferred. Must pass Background Check including CREDIT, DRUG and CRIMINAL and have a stable work history with GREAT REFERENCES!

610 DUPLEX FOR RENT

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with 1-3 years experience in the above duties, have a strong knowledge of Excel, be detail oriented, and be able to work in a fast pace environment. ADP payroll, FAS fixed asset software and Solomon accounting software experience a plus.

500 MERCHANDISE

2BR Apartments for Rent $475, $500 & $550 a month. 908-7805 or 3681327 Apartments for rent. 2 BDRM, $425-$675. Locations in Sevierville & Pigeon Forge. House for rent. 3BDRM/2BA, $1000/month. 4293201. GATLINBURG Trolley rt. 1or 2BR unfurn. No pets. 865-6213015 Large 1BR apt. Water & appliances furn. No pets. 865-6803078 Mountain View Townhome apartment for rent 2BR 1.5BA. Newly remodeled with hardwood flooring & new carpet. Located in Gatlinburg. 1st mth rent & security deposit required. For more information call 865-868-0449 Mon-Fri 8:30am5:30pm or 865356-3015 after hours & weekends Nice res. area off Hwy 66 2BR 2BA Furn/unfurn with utilities & laundry. Pets welcome. 1 yr lease $875. 865774-3553

New Homes for Rent. 3BR/2BA starting at $700 - $850 & $1000 per month. No pets. 865-850-3874

710 HOMES FOR SALE **Historic Home For Sale** 3BRHardwoodFloors, 8ft.ceiling,crown molding,sunroom, garage,basement, mature plantings Large fenced corner lot, Downtown Sevierville, close to schools.654-7907 **************************

NEAR WAL-MART 3Br/2Ba 2400 Sq. Ft. & Full Bsmt, Corner Lot, Fenced, Huge Mstr & Kitchen All Appls, W/D

$

1050 mo.

1st/last/dep/no pets

865-898-7925 NICE, CLEAN IN KODAK

4 BD / 2 BA + GARAGE 4 MILES FROM EXIT 407 $950/MONTH + DEPOSIT. NO PETS. 865-712-5238 Small house on Parkway for lease. Great for small business. With living quarters.

850-2487

3 BD / 2 BA

$745/mo. Call for pet policy.

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1,800 sq. ft. 2 Baths, PF/Gat

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Hwy 321 Pittman Center area. 1&2 BR cabin on creek. Fully furnished. Utilities included. $225 & $250 wk. 850-2487

House for sale Gatlinburg-Hidden Hills 3BR/2.5Bth two car garage 3300 square feet with full basement Luxury at its best, Asking $399,900. Knox MLS #695438 Call Brackfield & Associates Thomas King 865-654-0588 or 865-691-8195

THAT SCRAMBLED WORD GAME by Mike Argirion and Jeff Knurek

Unscramble these four Jumbles, one letter to each square, to form four ordinary words.

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Comics ◆ A15

Monday, February 15, 2010 ◆ The Mountain Press Family Circus

Close to Home

Advice

Daughter doesn’t want to upset mom with her college living arrangements

Zits

Blondie

Baby Blues

Beetle Bailey

Dear Annie: I’m 17 years old and, in a few months, will be graduating and going away to college. I’m very excited about it. My only concern is my boyfriend. I love him, and we’ve been together a long time. “Nick” is a year older, has a job (I have a job, as well.) and goes to the local community college. He wants to live with me next year. I am not opposed to this. Nick doesn’t have a happy home life, and I don’t believe either of us will be attracted to someone else. We have already had months of planning and will be able to support ourselves, and I would rather move in with him than live in a dorm. Nick can transfer and work at the same company as a full-time employee until we save enough for him to take night classes. I haven’t told my mother. She will be paying for my tuition and dorm, and I plan to pay for everything else. She thinks highly of Nick and knows he would never do anything to hurt me. I don’t want to disappoint her, nor do I want her to think less of me. What should I tell her? -- Worried Dear Worried: The truth and your reasoning behind it. But first consider what your decision means. How will you feel if Nick decides to keep working and never finishes his education? What happens if one of you finds the new environment has many “attractions” you hadn’t considered? Also, dorm living is a good way to acclimate to college, meet new people and be part of campus life. Will you regret missing out

on that? If your mother refuses to pay your rent, can you still afford it? Think about these issues, and then ask your mother to set aside a few quiet moments to have an honest discussion on the subject. Dear Annie: What is the etiquette concerning a hostess who frequently uses her laptop or texts others while entertaining company? My husband and I have been invited to a friend’s home a couple of times in the past few weeks. After dinner and cleanup, this hostess plops down on the couch and proceeds to use her laptop or send text messages to other friends. I find this rude. Should we leave right after dinner so as not to interrupt her activities? I am afraid she would be insulted. What would you do? -- Ignored Friends Dear Ignored: Your friend may be occupying herself in the hope that you will get the hint and leave. So accommodate her. Politely. Say, “We can see that you are busy, so we’ll be going. It’s been a lovely evening. Thank you.” Frankly, staying through cleanup is usually sufficient visiting time. If your friend seriously protests your departure, it means she has no clue that she is being rude. Either way, there is no reason to stay if she continues to be unavailable. Dear Annie: This is in response to “Sad

t o d ay ’ s p u z z l e

Garfield

Barney Google and Snuffy Smith

For Better Or Worse

Tina’s Groove

in Ohio,” whose abrasive mother picks fights and has no friends left. You said Mom may be depressed or have an underlying mental illness. Your advice is right on. We lost our difficult mother last year. She didn’t want us to visit unless it was at her request. Although we called, she did not answer her phone unless she wanted to talk, and because of this, we had no idea she had passed away a few days before Thanksgiving. When she died, it took two days for the police to contact us because Mother did not have our phone numbers anywhere nearby. My mother was not diagnosed with any mental illness, but my siblings and I knew that something was wrong. We simply could not get close enough to do anything about it. We are glad she is now at peace. -- Pennsylvania Dear Pennsylvania: How sad that some people are unable or unwilling to reach out to family or friends when they need them most. We are sorry for your loss. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700, Los Angeles, CA 90045. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

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The Mountain Press ◆ Monday, February 15, 2010

anders Se S t vie r o er rM t F t en e C d l i a c A

Allen Riley 12/21 Frances, Sevierville

Tristyn Slade 12/21 Sarah, Sevierville

Conner Lee 12/22 Samantha & Justin, Sevierville

Jayden Ryan Lucious & Kailey Serenity 12/23 Amanda, Sevierville

Olivia Jean Alice 12/23 Mary & Michael, Sevierville

Jaxson Pless 12/26 Kalli & Daniel, Sevierville

Bryson Hunter & Breanna Kenzy

12/26 Ashley & Kenneth, Sevierville

Liam Lee Coder 12/27 Jennifer & Shane, Sevierville

Riley Leeann 12/28 Jennifer & Shane, Sevierville

Grady Mackendon 12/28 Megan & Brandon, Sevierville

Kortnie Michele 12/29 Ashley & Bennie, Sevierville

Cearra Jean 12/29 Ellen, Sevierville

Franklin Russell 12/29

Sherry & Benjamin, Pigeon Forge

Kylee Jade 1/1 Katrina, Sevierville

Britini S’Alacia Monique 1/5 Kadeshia & Morrease, Gatlinburg

Edgar Lynwood III 1/6 Krista & Edgar, Sevierville

Charles Edward Jr. 1/6 Tatiana & Charles, Knoxville

Isabelle Mae 1/6 Sheena, Pigeon Forge

Jeric Michael 1/6 Jessica, Sevierville

Kielee Lynn 1/7 Samara & Justin, Sevierville

Olivia Geneva 1/7 Samantha & Albert, Kodak

Alexus Lee 1/7 Chelsie & Dustin, Sevierville

Case Bentlee 1/7 Kendra & Eric, Pigeon Forge

Noah Charles 1/8 Sara & Charles, Strawplains

Phallyn Bryher 1/8 Rachael & Ramon, Sevierville

Trenton Blaine 1/9 Rebekah & Rodney, Sevierville

Lillian Marie 1/9 Casey & Michael, Cosby

Riley Paige 1/12 DonAndra & Donny, Newport

Renesmee Izabella 1/12 Jesika & james, Strawplains

Teagan Claire 1/13 Amber & Jordan, Sevierville

Lily Carolyn 1/13 Cindy & Jason, White Pine

Xzavier William Lee 1/14 Brittany & Cody, Kodak

Brooklyn Reece 1/15 Sara Thomas, Sevierville

Marissa Marley 1/15 Adrian & Daniel, Sevierville

Julia Grace 1/16 Heather & Greg, Sevierville

Emily Rose 1/16 Tashia & Michael, Sevierville

Dalton Oakley 1/16

Sophia Alexeevna 1/19 Tatiana & Alexey, Pigeon Forge

Maxwell Creed 1/18 Amanda & Steven, Sevierville

Brie Elizabeth 1/19 Joanie & Christopher, Maryville

Brittany & Christopher, Sevierville

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