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Cynics: ‘Dreamcoat’ a nightmare Miracle Theater managers defend criticism of Bible-based production By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer

On the tube

Alec Baldwin (left) and Steve Martin host the 82nd Annual Academy Awards Sunday on ABC.

5On the tube this Sunday Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin host the 82nd Academy Awards on ABC inside

“We are very clear about the fact that this is a light-hearted thing. It is so over the top that nobody could assume that’s the PIGEON FORGE — The managway it really happened. It’s meant to get people interested in ers of the Miracle Theater insist the story that maybe they’ll go home and read the real thing.” they’re just trying to bring an entertaining way of looking at the Bible story of Joseph to the area, but some local residents say the new production is nothing of the sort. Theater owner David Fee says about 15,000 people have already seen the local presentation of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” and they’ve had a virtually unanimous positive reaction. Still, there have been some complaints from folks

— David Fee, Miracle Theater co-owner

who believe the show is over the top and makes a mockery of the Biblical story. The show recounts the tale of Joseph from the book of Genesis, though it does so in a manner that theater officials say clearly is meant to be entertaining. “We are very clear about the fact

that this is a light-hearted thing,” Fee says. “It is so over the top that nobody could assume that’s the way it really happened. It’s meant to get people interested in the story that maybe they’ll go home and read the real thing.” Still, some think the show, which was written in the 1960s by Andrew

Lloyd Webber, goes too far. “They’ve taken a story which should be a wonderful story, representing a wonderful man of God, and made it just vulgar,” local resident Milton Greer says. “My wife and I and my mother-in-law went to see the show and we left before it was over; we couldn’t take any more. It was just in such bad taste to take one of God’s chosen men and, in my opinion, make a mockery of him.” The story of Joseph is one that has dramatic twists and turns of its own without the embellishment, Greer says. See miracle, Page A4

5Experience leaves its mark Local missionaries forever changed by mission to Haiti Mountain life, Page B1

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The children’s reading area has bright colors from the carpet to the lighting.

Sports

A library that’s fit for a King

From Highlander to Scot G-P’s Douglas inks with Maryville Page A8

Weather

Tour of new facility leaves SCEDC members impressed

Today Mostly Sunny High: 43°

By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer

Tonight Mostly Clear Low: 26° DETAILS, Page A6

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The massive two-story reading room at the new King Family Library boasts timber beams and a stone fireplace. The grand opening is still about two months away.

SEVIERVILLE — Just a little over two months from the facility’s grand opening, some local officials got an early look at the inside of the new King Family Library on Thursday morning as construction crews hurriedly worked around them. Efforts to finish the interior of the massive new facility See library, Page A5

Obituaries Gary Raper, 62 Freeman Ogle, 86 Grace Justus, 89 Thelma Smelcer, 69 Violet Wood, 99 David Brackins, 64 DETAILS, Page A4

Index Local & State . . . . . A1-6 Money . . . . . . . . . . . . A5 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . A8-10 Nation . . . . . . . . . A11-12 World . . . . . . . . . . . . A12 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . B7 Classifieds . . . . . . . B7-11 Advice . . . . . . . . . . . B12 Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . B12

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Owners excited as Titanic exhibit readies to set sail By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer SEVIERVILLE — With just over a month left before his $25 million project is complete, Titanic Museum Attraction owner Jon Joslyn says he’s confident the investment will pay off thanks to people’s unending fascination with the nearly century-old ship. Joslyn and his wife Mary Kellogg-Joslyn told members of the Sevierville Noonday Rotary Club they’re ready to open their newest enterprise. “We are so excited about coming to Pigeon Forge,” Joslyn said. “We’re going to give people a chance to really experience what it was like to be on Titanic, but more importantly, we’re going to let them explore the stories of the people onboard.” The tales of the passengers – from some of the richest folks in the world at the time to the steerage passengers, from the cow-

ards to the heroes of that fateful 1912 night and from the marks to the thieves – are what hook people in to he calls the “mystique” of Titanic, Joslyn explained. “People are engrossed by all these stories,” he said. “They’re really fascinating.” To give people the chance to really learn some of the personal sagas of those on board, each visitor to the attraction will be given a boarding pass bearing the name and information about an actual passenger on Titanic. They’ll experience what it was like to bunk down with everyone else in third class and the luxury folks like John Jacob Astor experienced on the only five days the ship was afloat. “It’s amazing to think that it took two years and 14,000 workers to build, and it was gone just like that,” Joslyn said. Visitors will have a chance to walk the ship’s fabled grand staircase, feel what the air and water temperature

Attention is called to eating disorders By ELLEN BROWN Staff Writer

in the North Atlantic Ocean will be on display, as will the life-jacket Astor’s young wife wore from the time the ship

The obsession with weight is nothing new, but all too often it can become unhealthy — and often deadly. According to the National Eating Disorders Association, which recognized the last week in February as National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, as many as 10 million females and a million males are fighting a battle with anorexia or bulimia. Millions more are struggling with binge eating disorder. “Eating disorders are a hidden illness,” said Dr. Shirley Trentham of Peninsula Outpatient Center in Sevierville. “Obese individuals are frequently and unfairly

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The iceberg is taking shape as work continues on the Titanic exhibit, due to open in early April. were the night the ship sank, touch a representation of an iceberg, and even steer the ship, Kellogg-Joslyn said. Additionally, artifacts recovered from the shipwreck site

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Meyers candidate for commission seat Submitted report John A. Meyers has announced his candidacy for the Sevier County Commission, District 2, Seat B. He a founding member of The Friends of Wears Valley and president of Public Spirited Citizens of Sevier County. “Based on personal observation and my interaction with my neighbors, I have a comprehensive plan to promote fair governance for all citizens,” he said. “My plan will reduce costs by implementing fiscal oversight and financial management. It will reward good behavior and discourage bad behavior. I want county officials to wel-

come ideas of citizens and want an open door policy that welcomes input and p art icip a Meyers tion of all.” Meyers’ platform: n Term limits. n Establish a Human Resources department with job descriptions for every county position to standardize hiring practices. n Insist on a performance review policy and create and enforce a nepotism policy. n Establish centralized accounting processes and procedures for fis-

cal oversight and responsibility to control the county checkbook. n Actively seek alternative revenue streams so taxes don’t have to be raised. n Establish a purchasing department. n Demand “strict adherence” to the state’s False Claims Act which requires Sevier County to keep contractors “at arm’s length.” n Fight for tougher sentencing. “I’m outraged light sentences for serious crimes (abuse, DUI, manslaughter, etc.),” he said. n Demand compliance with the state’s open meeting laws. n Insist on a county code of conduct to promote high ethical stan-

dards.

n Seek Sheriff’s Department accreditation to limit liability and risk exposure, and to promote the agency’s pursuit of excellence. n Seek advice from the National Association of Counties (a group to which Sevier County belongs). n Rotate committee members to promote new ideas, creative thinking and fresh solutions. n Have sign-up sheets at all open county meetings to allow citizen participation with no more waiting/approval periods. n “As your county commissioner,” he said, “I will never forget that I work for you.”

Local children reported taken by noncustodial dad Staff report Two Sevier County children have reportedly been abducted by their noncustodial father. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Web site for missing children says Jedidiah Kane Skees, 7, and his 4-year-old sister Samantha Jayne, are believed to be with Clifford Leo Skees, 48. TBI says the three may be traveling in a brown

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Clifford Skees was supposed to return the children to their mother on Feb. 5 in London, Ky., after a scheduled visit, but never showed up. Warrants have been issued against Skees for custodial interference, and an order of protection is on file. Jedidiah is 7, about four feet tall, with brown hair, green eyes and weighing about 60 pounds. Samantha is about three

Trailer thefts in Kentucky, here lead to the arrests of local couple By JEFF FARRELL Staff Writer SEVIERVILLE — An alleged attempt to sell stolen antiques on an Internet auction site led detectives to a local couple they believe was responsible for the theft of several construction or utility trailers in the county. The Sevier County Sheriff’s Department arrested Jeffery Lynn Comb, 52, of 3901 Wilhite Road, and his wife, Sherry S. Comb, 43, on theft charges after find-

ing evidence they were connected with several construction/utility trailer thefts in the county, as well as Kentucky. They were initially contacted Tuesday by investigators from the London, Ky., police department, who were investigating an offer on eBay to sell a trailer stolen from their jurisdiction. The sellers had offered to meet the investigators in Knoxville, but detectives’ investigation led them to the Combs. When sheriff’s deputies executed a search

Sheriff’s deputies release names of alleged robbers By JEFF FARRELL Staff Writer Sheriff’s deputies have released the names of a man and woman charged with robbery after the man allegedly took prescription pills from an acquaintance and threatened to shoot him. Deputies were called Wednesday night to a home on Silver Charm Way, where a resident said that a man named Thao Martin Nichols had been at his home when Nichols took a pack of cigarettes that also contained the man’s prescription medication. The man said Nichols, 20, of 1223 Pasonfino Way, threatened to shoot him, then ran to a car and fled the scene. Knoxville police arrested Nichols a short time later, along with a woman who was with him, Catherine A. Curry, 19, of Strawberry Plains. Curry was also charged with robbery. Nichols is being held at the Sevier County Jail in lieu of $15,000 bond, and Curry is being held in lieu of $7,500 bond. n jfarrell@themountainpress.com

State jobless rate unchanged at 10.7% NASHVILLE (AP) — Tennessee’s unemployment rate for January was 10.7 percent, unchanged from December. Labor Commissioner James Neeley said Thursday there was a 3,400-job increase in employment, and two of the three largest gains were in manufacturing. The January rate a year ago was 9.1 percent. The national unemployment rate for this January was 9.7 percent, down from 10 percent in December.

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warrant at the couple’s home, they found two more trailers, along with items that had been taken from local construction sites and other trailer thefts in the county. The investigation is continuing, and detectives asked that anyone with information on the case call Detective John Brown or Detective Stephanie Hodges at 428-1899. n jfarrell@themountainpress.com

feet tall with brown hair and eyes. She weighs about 35 pounds. Anyone with information is asked to call the Sevierville Police Department at 453-5506 or the state at 800-TBIFIND.

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Charges filed last Ocbtober against Nancy Ursprung, 53, of 203 Forst Court Lane in Seiverville, have been dropped and the record of those charges has been expunged, according to documents provided to The Mountain Press. u David Glen Blair, 31, of Knoxville, was charged March 3 with a misdemeanor warrant from general sessions court. He was being held. u Denver Clayton Collins, 31, of 215 W. Mount Road Lot 4 in Kodak, was charged March 4 with two counts of resisting arrest, two counts of disorderly conduct and three counts of assault. He was being held. u Serena Ann Collins, 30, of New Market, was charged March 4 with driving on a suspended license. She was released. u Catherine A. Curry, 19, of Strawberry Plains, was charged March 3 with robbery. She was being held in lieu of $7,500 bond. u Tommy Allen Franklin, 19, of 1025 Franklin Lane in Sevierville, was charged March 3 with driving on a suspended license. He was released. u Jerimie Roger Mulllins, 12, of 2209 Black Oak Ridge in Sevierville, was charged March 3 with domestic violence assault, violation of a valid court order and resisting arrest. He was being held in lieu of $15,000 bond. u Thao Martin Nichols, 20, of 1223 Pasofino Way in Sevierville, was charged March 3 with robbery. He was being held in lieu of $15,000 bond.

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Health benefits will stay status quo for Sevierville workers By JEFF FARRELL Staff Writer

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Girls in Science Camp will be held June 21-26 at the environmental residential center, Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont near Townsend. Pictured are the 2009 Girls In Science Camp group in the midst of a field habitat study in Cades Cove.

Park seeks 8th-grade girls for science camp Submitted Report NATIONAL PARK — Great Smoky Mountains National Park is now recruiting rising eighthgrade girls for the second summer Girls in Science Camp at its environmental residential center, Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont. The camp is made possible through a threeyear, $1 million grant from Toyota to Friends of the Smokies, a nonprofit organization that supports conservation, education and other Park priorities. The camp is one of the programs made possible through the grant.

During the week, the girls will experience the natural world working with National Park Service and Tremont staff as they join researchers in conducting hands-on science. They’ll study hellbenders and other salamanders, the streams in the Smokies, and the high elevation forests. The camp will run from June 21-26. “The Girls in Science Camp is a unique experience that will create memories that last a lifetime as girls get to know science in the Smokies,” said Park Superintendent Dale Ditmanson. “It has been shown in studies that many girls start to

lose their interest in science around the time they enter eighth grade. We feel this program will provide a positive outdoor experience learning about the park’s natural resources during this one-week residential camp at Tremont.” Interested girls must be students who will be entering eighth grade this fall. To apply, the potential campers must fill out an application found at www.gsmit.org/ girlscience. The camp is free, but transportation costs to and from the camp are not covered. A refundable $50 deposit is required to register.

All applications must be postmarked by March 19 and sent to Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN 37882. For more information, visit www.gsmit. org or call (865) 4486709. Tremont, who celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2009, serves nearly 6,000 students from 93 schools from 12 states each year through its residential environmental education programs. In addition to this grant funded summer camp, Tremont is offering six other summer camp adventures this June and July for boys and girls ages 9-17.

SEVIERVILLE — City employees will have the same health benefits at the same cost this year Mayor Bryan Atchley said during the regular meeting of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen on Monday. The board approved a new contract with Cigna, replacing the previous company, Corporate Systems Administration (CSA). Renewing the contract for the city’s self-funded health plan with CSA would have increased the cost from $3.04 million to $3.4 million, said Jamie Tyler, risk manager for the city. The cost with Cigna is $3.09 million. Atchley made a point of asking Tyler about the premium for employees and benefits, which Tyler said would remain the same this year. The mayor said an anonymous person, claiming to be a city employee, had sent him a letter complaining that wouldn’t be the case. “We should be very grateful we are able to keep our costs under control,” Tyler said. The board originally hoped to have a workshop before Monday’s meeting to cover items left over from last month’s annual retreat, most of which focused on the Economic Development Agency. That has now been set for 4 p.m. March 15, before the next regular meeting. The board: n Approved final reading of amendments to the city’s off-street parking regulations n Approved the abandonment of a portion of the right of way on the old route of Middle Creek Road n Approved application for a HOME grant n Approved on first reading the annexation of property on East Mount Road, owned by Alderman Travis McCroskey, who abstained from the vote n Approved closure of part of Dolly Parton Parkway and Old Newport Highway on May 22 for a 5K road race n Approved closure of two lanes of Veterans Boulevard for a 5K road race on May 1 n Hired a contract with Lose and Associates for help with planning and development of a greenway from East Gate Road to LeConte Medical Center n Purchased LED bulbs for Winterfest lights n jfarrell@themountainpress.com

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of their birth certificate and complete a registration/waiver form. A copy of the registration/waiver form is available online at www. iHoops.com/skillschallenge.

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In Memoriam

Gary Arndell Raper Gary Arndell Raper, age 62 of Sevierville, Tenn., died March 3, 2010. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a decorated veteran of the United States Army having received the Purple Heart. Preceded in death by father, Arndell Raper; mother, Ruby Raper; infant sister, Patricia Ann Raper. Survivors: mother of his children, Gail Williams; sons and daughters-in-law, Joshua Raper, Joy Raper; daughters and sons-in-law, Amanda Rowe, Eric Rowe; grandchildren; Tyler Raper, Ruby Rowe; brothers and sister-in-law, Mike and Janice Raper, Rick Raper; sisters and brothers-in-law, Gail and Bobby Christman, Jan and Dennis Breeden, Ginger Latham, Marsha Raper; many nieces and nephews. Visitation 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 5, and 9 a.m. Saturday, March 6, until time of service at 11 a.m. in Highâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chapel, Highâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home, McMinnville Tenn. Interment will follow in Laurel Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gary Raper Memorial Fund, Sevier County Bank, c/o Josh or Joy Raper, to help the family with arrangements.

started sinking until she was safely back on land in New York. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We tell people when they visit us, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You are about to experience what the Titanic was all about,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a celebration of the ship and her passengers.â&#x20AC;? Every part of the experience is meant to make it seem as realistic as possible, from the scale model recreation of the fabled ship that will catch the eyes of motorists on the Parkway to the bridge area inside, which includes simulated images of the night sky and movement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have people who get so immersed in the experience that they actually get seasick,â&#x20AC;? Joslyn said with a laugh after the meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had to walk people out of the museum because they couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t handle it, even though we told them itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not moving. It is a great testament to what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve built.â&#x20AC;? What Joslyn has built is an empire based on the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fascination with the Titanic, a

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Freeman T. Ogle Freeman T. Ogle, age 86 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Asbury Place following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Luster and Lillie Ogle; sisters Mary Lee Ogle and Martha Sutton; and brother Clifford Ogle. Survivors include his loving wife of 51 years, Imogene Ogle; special, loving niece Lois Sutton; sister Stella Patterson and husband Sam; brother Clyde Ogle; brothers-in-law and wives, Ralph Breeden and wife Dorothy, Homer Breeden, Fletcher Breeden and wife Shirley; sisters-in-law and husbands: Emmalee Clabo, Joyce Brackins, Jane Mize and husband Larry, Jettie Clabo and husband Steve, Helen Carver and husband Allen, Faye Trentham; several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will meet 11 a.m. Saturday at Pigeon Forge Baptist Cemetery for graveside service and interment. Rev. W. W. Cope will officiate. Friends may call at their convenience 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. Friday at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

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Saturday in the East Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home. Grace Justus, 89 of Sevierville, Pastor Randy Davis officiating. died Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Interment will follow in Smoky Survivors: sons and daughters- Mountain Memory Gardens. in-law, Alvin and Pat Justus of The family will receive friends South Carolina, James Justus, 6-9 p.m. Friday at Atchley Robert Justus of Sevierville; Funeral Home, Sevierville. daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Stephen Christopher n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com of Sevierville; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; Violet Johnson Wood sister, Joy Gibson; half-sister, Violet Johnson Wood, 99, Mary Jo Gallahar. died March 3, 2010. Born in Funeral service 7 p.m. Oak Park, Ill., and a graduate of Friday in the West Chapel of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Atchley Funeral Home with the she was a devoted and joyRev. Pete Koster officiating. ful servant of Jesus Christ. She Interment 10 a.m. Saturday in was a pastorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife, selflessly Eledge Cemetery at Bethany engaged in ministry to youth Baptist Church. The family and senior citizens. Survivors: will receive friends 5-7 p.m. children, William C. Wood, MD Friday at Atchley Funeral Home, of Atlanta, Joan Carr of Asheville, Sevierville. the Rev. John Wood of Knoxville and the Rev. Jim Wood of n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com Sevierville, their spouses, fifteen grandchildren and twelve greatgrandchildren. A private graveThelma Lou Smelcer side service will be held in NC. In Thelma Lou Smelcer, 69 lieu of flowers the family requests of Dandridge, died Tuesday, memorial gifts be made to Wears March 2, 2010. Valley Ranch, 3601 Lyon Springs Survivors: husband of 51 Road, Sevierville, TN 37862. years, G.B. Smelcer; sons and daughters-in-law, Glen and Kathy Smelcer, John and Karen Smelcer, Gary and Tana Smelcer; daughters and sons-inlaw, Rita and Allen Williamson, Barbara and Thomas Rusinek; five grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; brother, Joe Henry; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were heldThursday, 8 p.m. at Farrar Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Richard Reid officiating. Interment graveside services, Friday, 11 a.m. at Hills Union Cemetery.

The youngest of a band of brothers, Joseph is despised by his siblings after heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s given a special garment by their father, and he has a dream he understands to suggest they will one day bow down to him. Little brother is thrown into a pit and eventually sold into slavery. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eventually freed thanks to his ability to translate dreams and does end up becoming ruler of his boyhood homeland. Fee and Wayne Cook, Miracle Theater director of church relations, say all the crucial elements of the story are there. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely not a church service, but it is a way and a means by which to get the story across of redemption, forgiveness and love,â&#x20AC;? says Cook, who is ordained and will soon be starting a church at the theater. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can definitely see why people could have concerns about the way in which the story is told, but if they can look past that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll realize it really does bring forth so many truths of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s word.â&#x20AC;? Theater officials have even prepared a three-page document outlining the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Biblical truthsâ&#x20AC;? one can glean from the show. Still, some say they just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get past what they see as the loose treatment of the scriptural story and the whimsical parts of the show â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for instance, Pharaohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being played as Elvis â&#x20AC;&#x153;The King.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We went away shocked, disappointed and appalled at the way one of our favorite Bible stories was made of,â&#x20AC;? Allen and Cynthia Villanueva wrote in a letter to The Mountain Press. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a shame that the lessons taught in this amazing story were not portrayed for what God intended them. We hope and pray that the owners and producers will not continue this mockery of the Bible.â&#x20AC;? Meanwhile, several letters have come in voicing support for the show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Who said learning the Bible canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be fun?â&#x20AC;? Sevierville resident Flo Solomon wrote. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Any show about Christ that keeps

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David Ray Brackins David Ray Brackins, 64 of Sevierville, died Wednesday, March 03, 2010. Mr. Brackins was a decorated veteran of the United States Marine Corps having received the Purple Heart. Sur vivors: daughter and son-in-law, Devona Brackins and Johnny Sammons; grandchildren, Colby and Brittany Seals; one great-grandchild on the way; brothers and sisters-in-law, Blaine and Lillie Brackins, Jay and Lisa Brackins; sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Clyde Dellinger; several nieces and nephews and extended family. Funeral service 1 p.m.

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wonderment he says heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shared since reading about the ill-fated ship in a book as a child. He helped lead the second group to ever explore the wreckage two and a half miles down at the oceanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s floor back in 1987, an expedition that was made famous through a pair of television specials. Joslyn said he realized from the popularity of those programs the fixation people have on Titanic. He and some partners started a touring exhibit in Memphis 10 years later, and he later broke off to build the first museum attraction in Orlando in 1999. That facility has since been closed, though a new Titanic opened in Branson, Mo., just a few years ago and has seen a tremendous response, Joslyn said. The local operation will be the second in current operation, though not the last. Work has already started on a third, while Joslyn sees potential for many more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got a little twist that makes it unique,â&#x20AC;? he said. n dhodges@themountainpress.com

kids watching for two hours has good in it.â&#x20AC;? Fee points out only a handful of people have expressed any concerns â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not unusual for a production of this nature. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve certainly never intended to offend anyone, but a few people disliking something like this is not uncommon,â&#x20AC;? Fee says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just like picking a church â&#x20AC;&#x201D; everyone likes something different. Maybe some folks wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; show, but they would like the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Miracleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; show.â&#x20AC;? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the case for the Greers. Milton Greer reports the couple also had issues with the other production shown at the theater and wrote a letter to Fee and his business partner Jim Hedrick asking them to make changes to it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We thought it was too jazzy and too loud,â&#x20AC;? Greer says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To take a Biblical story like that and use it for the purpose of making money is wrong.â&#x20AC;? Greer believes companies that print the Bible arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in that business to make money â&#x20AC;&#x201D; pointing out the King James version isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t copyrighted â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but rather to â&#x20AC;&#x153;spread Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s word.â&#x20AC;? Fee is up front about the fact the new show is about bringing in business. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We chose a lighter show to

More men file workplace sexual harassment claims WASHINGTON (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Jonathan Pilkingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boss wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take no for an answer. During more than two years as a food runner at an upscale steakhouse in Scottsdale, Ariz., Pilkington says his male supervisor groped, fondled and otherwise sexually harassed him more than a dozen times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was very embarrassing,â&#x20AC;? Pilkington said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I felt like I had to do something because the situation was just so bad.â&#x20AC;? Now Pilkington, a married father of two, is the star witness in a federal lawsuit against Flemingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar and one of a growing number of men claiming they are victims of sexual harassment in the workplace. From 1990 to 2009, the percentage of sexual harassment claims filed by men has doubled from 8 percent to 16 percent of all claims, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Women still file the overwhelming majority of sexual harassment claims with the EEOC and state and local agencies. But lawyers at the commission say theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve noticed the increase in complaints by men â&#x20AC;&#x201D; more than 2,000 were filed in 2009 out of about 12,700 cases. Male claims made up about 12 percent of all cases a decade ago, but the percentage has continued to rise even as the overall number of sexual harassment complaints has declined.

attract a different audience,â&#x20AC;? Fee said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody likes and wants something different. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning to continue those efforts to bring new and different shows into the area.â&#x20AC;? So far the new investment seems to be paying off. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is one of the most pop-

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are still underway, but members of the Sevier County Economic Development Council (SCEDC) board said theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already impressed with what they saw on their tour. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is just a beautiful, impressive place,â&#x20AC;? Sevier County Bank President R.B. Summitt said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will be a gift for generations of Sevier County residents.â&#x20AC;? Kelly Headden, senior vice president with Barber McMurry Architects, which is overseeing the project and led the tour, said everything is running well with the work, despite a harsh winter that has slowed some of the The new library construction is on schedule. exterior masonry work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are actually running ahead of schedule,â&#x20AC;? Headden ture takes shape, there is already Headden explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now, told the group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they were at a commonly-held belief among libraries are changing a little bit all concerned they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make county officials that it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not all about books the deadline, this place would the last step for book deposito- anymore. There are a lot of folks who come to the library just to be filled with workers and they ries in the county. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve built it to be able use a computer.â&#x20AC;? would be scrambling around It perhaps is ironic that like crazy trying to get every- to expand it,â&#x20AC;? Headden said as he showed off a state-of-the-art Headden made the observation thing done in time.â&#x20AC;? As the tour group moved heating and cooling system on as he stood in a room his workers are still finishing that will through, crews cut sheets of dry- the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roof. All the construction comes at house countless bookshelves wall, laid carpet and set stone blocks into place. Much of the a time when plenty of people when the library moves into the work has been done in certain are questioning what the future space in early May. Even as the long-term future areas of the building, includ- of all libraries will be, with more ing in the areas set aside for and more folks moving from tra- of all libraries is questioned, teenagers and children. In those ditional bound volumes to elec- local officials have faced the question of if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll fund the spaces, decorative light fixtures tronic readers like the Kindle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The problem with the Sevier new facility locally fully, with glowed brightly above multicolored carpeting in rooms County library has always been some concerns the current staffSummitt said could alone hold that it needed more books ing would require the building the entire Sevier County library but there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the space,â&#x20AC;? to start closing two days each of his childhood. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you walk through this building, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a significance and a wonder to it that hits you,â&#x20AC;? he said as the group toured the expansive, two-story reading room. Of course, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still plenty to be done. Furniture will be moved in through the coming weeks and workers will install new steps in the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grand entryway after the concrete slabs first put in cracked and broke under traffic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reinforced and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supposed to be,â&#x20AC;? Headden explained. Lines are still being run to serve the multitude of computers, both for the public and the staff, that will fill the building and workers will have to complete the task of lifting into place a 1,300-pound slab of marble that will serve as the mantle for a fireplace in the reading room. Even as the impressive struc-

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week rather than one. Still, SCEDC Executive Director Allen Newton said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s confident the county will unite behind the effort and ensure the needed staff is on hand by opening day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think it will be staffed for six days,â&#x20AC;? Newton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure the Library Board and the County Commission can work that out.â&#x20AC;?

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The harsh winter has slowed the outside stone masonry work at the new King Family Library.

characterized as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;lazyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or lacking self-control. The anorexic and bulimic patients also see their own eating patterns as out of control. They seek control. Ironically, what they have difficulty regulating are their compulsions to control their diet.â&#x20AC;? Trentham said the ultimate goal of the anorexic and bulimic is the control of their food intake. According to NEDA, anorexia nervosa is a serious, potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by self-starvation and excessive weight loss. Bulimia nervosa is also a potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by a cycle of bingeing and compensatory behaviors such as self-induced vomiting designed to undo or compensate for the effects of binge eating. Binge eating is a type of eating disorder not otherwise specified and is characterized by recurrent binge eating without the regular use of compensatory measures to counter the binge eating. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These individuals often lead sad and tragic lives,â&#x20AC;? Trentham said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are often weighted down by their

constant efforts to maintain control and by their desire to be secretive. Their habits often force them to isolate, which is tragic, because most are young women and men who otherwise might be bright and successful in many areas of their lives. Unfortunately, their feelings of self worth are dominated by the rituals of their secret life.â&#x20AC;? According to the Mayo Clinic, signs of anorexia nervosa include refusing to eat and denying hunger, negative or distorted self-image, thin appearance and soft, downy hair on the body. Bulimia indicators include self-induced vomiting, laxative use, damaged teeth and gums and sores, and scars or calluses on knuckles or hands. Binge eating disorder signs may include eating to the point of discomfort or pain; eating faster during binge episodes; eating much more during a binge than a regular meal or snack; and frequently eating alone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Talking these issues out with a good therapist under the supervision of an M.D. is usually the best course of treatment,â&#x20AC;? Trentham said. For more information on eating disorders, visit www. nationaleatingdisorders.org. n ebrown@themountainpress.com

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Sparkle Days set this month

Sparkle Days, the annual citywide cleanup, is scheduled in March. March 15-19 is set aside for collection of commercial debris. Residential collection takes place March 22-26. To schedule a pickup time call 436-5959. During Sparkle Days, the city will pick up, free of charge, items not normally included in garbage collection. Items should simply be placed next to a city street. The city cannot pick up debris from remodeling or demolition projects, tires or old paint. n

SEVIERVILLE

Rep. Roe to be luncheon speaker

The Sevierville Chamber of Commerce and Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation have scheduled a luncheon with U.S. Rep. Phil Roe. The event will be held March 29 at Five Oaks Convention Center, 1620 Parkway. Registration begins at 11 a.m., and the program will be from 11:30 to 1:30. The cost is $15 for Chamber members and $25 for nonmembers. To attend call to the Gatlinburg Chamber at 436-4178.

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State in ‘Race to the ‘Top’ finalists NASHVILLE (AP) — Tennessee lawmakers say they’re optimistic about winning after the state was chosen as a finalist in the first round of the federal government’s “Race to the Top” competition. The U.S. Department of Education named 16 finalists Thursday. The winners will be chosen in April, and a second round of applications accepted in June. “Tennessee is considered competitive in Race to the Top by national education reform experts because of the continued efforts

we’ve demonstrated to public education reform,” said Democratic Gov. Phil Bredesen. The governor had called a special session in January to make key changes to the state’s K-12 education policy. The competition will deliver $4.35 billion in school reform grants designed to reward states that have adopted and will continue implementing innovative reforms to improve student performance. Tennessee’s application for the federal money exceeds $500 million.

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Senate Minority Leader Jim Kyle, a Memphis Democrat, had expected Tennessee to be a finalist because of its competitive application and said he’s “very optimistic about us getting it.” “It would have been surprising if we were not a finalist, given ... the significant changes that were made,” said Kyle, who carried the legislation for those changes. One main change required that half of teacher evaluations be based on student achievement data, a major departure from the

State troopers will conduct driver’s license checkpoints at these locations in Sevier County in the coming weeks: n New Era Road, 4-6 p.m. today n State Road 338, 2-4 p.m. March 12 n State Road 339, 5-7 p.m. March 19 n White School Road, 3-5 p.m. March 26 n

GATLINBURG

Tunes & Tales auditions planned

Auditions for Tunes & Tales will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 5-6 and March 12-13 at the American Legion on Highway 321. Bluegrass and traditional mountain music performers need to be prepared to play three to five songs of different tempos. Single performers should be storytellers as well as play an instrument or have a craft they can demonstrate on the street. Tunes & Tales will run June 11 through Aug. 7 from 5-10 p.m. daily. For more information or to schedule an audition time, call Jon Elder at 4360505.

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NASHVILLE

Bill to cut prison meals likely dead

A proposal that would require inmates in Tennessee to only be given two meals a day is likely dead this legislative session. The measure sponsored by Sen. Doug Jackson, a Dickson Democrat, was withdrawn from consideration in the Senate State and Local Government Committee on Wednesday. He says the state Department of Correction is concerned inmates may not get enough calories and wants to review the legislation. Jackson says his intention is not to further punish inmates, but save the state money. He says he may bring the measure back next year. Family members and critics have said reducing meals for prisoners could make inmates irritable and food a valuable commodity, increasing the possibility of violence.

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“Aid should reach those who have nothing first. The well-off always get things first and the people with nothing, they leave to the side.” — Luis Sarzosa, 47, who received word from the local government in quake-ravaged Concepcion, Chile, that none of the first aid shipments would go to neighborhoods where residents took goods from ruined stores.

“The hair is beginning to stand up on the back of our necks a little bit. When you get complacency, you run a higher risk of having an accident.” — Jack Casey, an aviation safety consultant and former airline pilot, after the FAA suspended a controller and supervisor at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York for allowing a child to radio instructions to pilots.

“There’s no place for that in sports. It was ugly for women’s basketball. It was ugly that coaches were on the court, that benches cleared, and I will take care of that with my team.” — Baylor coach Kim Mulkey after star freshman Brittney Griner punched Texas Tech’s Jordan Barncastle in the face.

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Every six weeks fourthgrade students from Sevierville Intermediate School read to students from Trula Lawson (Early Childhood Center). Sixteen students from two classes at Trula Lawson visited Noel Sutton’s classroom at SIS and all were given at least one reading buddy.

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current system that makes no use of test scores. Other changes include requirements for annual evaluations for teachers and setting up a statewide school district for failing schools. Tennessee Education Association lobbyist Jerry Winters said he’s pleased the state is a finalist. “We played a key role in helping to get us to this point, and obviously hope that Tennessee will win the competition and qualify the state for some muchneeded federal funding for Tennessee schools,” he said.

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In 1963, country music performers Patsy Cline, “Cowboy” Copas and “Hawkshaw” Hawkins died in a plane crash near Camden, Tenn. In 1982, comedian John Belushi was found dead of a drug overdose in a rented bungalow in Hollywood; he was 33. n

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Bipartisan ideal is not gonna happen What killed bipartisanship in the governing of America? Basically, I think, it was the jet plane and Blackberries. In fact, those two mechanical marvels may break up the whole nation into, say, 350 million countries. A country for every man, woman and child. Why can’t the representatives of we, the people, agree on even the things they agree on? The answer is that they don’t know each other. In the old days there was a community called Washington — or maybe just Georgetown — where Republicans and Democrats lived together. They carpooled. They had dinner with each other and exchanged visits and presents on holidays. Their kids went to school together, played ball together, dated each other. No more. First came the jets, closely followed by demands from constituents that their representatives and senators come home three or four days a week. Instead of dining with each other, they had to go to lunch with the Rotary or the Kiwanis or the Chamber of Congress, then head for a church dinner or two. They were invited anywhere two Americans gathered in the name of democracy — and they have to go or think they have to go. Then came the Blackberry, and politicians, like most everybody else, became prisoners wearing the numbers in their contact list. I remember the moment I realized what was happening. I was doing some research in the Library of Congress and as I walked out I saw, across the greensward by the Capitol, men and women walking in circles talking on cell phones. They were my friends and colleagues, the Washington press corps, a corps no more. There had been a shooting inside the Capitol and instead of talking to each other the way we used to do, pooling information, all the reporters were talking to their bosses back in the office. Those bosses, editors and news directors across town, were getting their information from television and thought they knew more than the people on the scene — or on their cell phones. Pack journalists no more in a city where social networking is anti-social. If there are packs of any kind in Washington now, it is the packs called party caucuses in the House and Senate. They are packed in a room and told what to do. That works better for Republicans, who seem to be playing a new kind of zero-sum game. That is, the sum of their “Yes” votes are zero if the Democrats are for something. The Democrats are a little less unified. They are packed into a room and told what their leaders or the White House will give them or take away from them for their vote. In The New York Times last Monday, the paper’s media correspondent, David Carr, did a column about anti-society, pointing out that The Washington Post was dropping a column by Sally Quinn called “The Party.” Washington parties, of course, used to be quite the thing with liberals and conservatives actually bumping into each other — and, sometimes, into ideas as well. Carr ended the column with a quote from a colleague who asked Eric Cantor, the House Republican whip, what he would do if he were invited to a party at the White House. “I would,” he answered, “take the opportunity to press the president on why he thinks it’s better to ignore the public.” Added Carr: “Thanks for that charming bit of repartee, congressman. Now would you pass the crudites?” So it goes, or doesn’t go. Soon enough, the party pack and hacks will split up and go back to their states and districts full-time to campaign. They will blame the other side for the frozen spectacle of government as virtual reality. If anyone asks what the other side is like, they will be stumped because they don’t know anyone on the other side. — Richard Reeves, a presidential scholar and expert on six presidents, is the author of several books, including profiles of Richard Nixon and John Kennedy. Column distributed by Universal Syndicate.

Editorial

Church has a prayer East Tennessee Preservation Alliance gives hope to New Salem Baptist At the ripe old age of 124, New Salem Baptist Church is showing signs of age. But advocates for Sevierville’s oldest surviving building, Sevier County’s oldest brick church building and the only historically black church in the county insist she still has some life left in her. The East Tennessee Preservation Alliance agrees. Based in Knox County, the organization recently announced it was putting New Salem Baptist Church, along with 13 other structures, on its list of endangered historic buildings and places for the 16-county region it serves. This comes as very good news. The ETPA came into existence in 1974 when the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville, which has hosted such performers as the Marx Brothers and Dizzie Gillespie, fell into disrepair. A group that came to be known as Knox Heritage raised the money to pur-

chase the Bijou, repair it and save it. Over its nearly four decades, the ETPA has been the knight in shining armor for many historical places that were no longer seen as useful by some, but viewed as treasured heirlooms by others who felt they should be forever be cherished. New Salem Baptist Church, having been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003, would seem to fit the bill. Unquestioned is the church’s pedigree in the annals of Sevier County history. It was constructed in 1886 by Issac Dockery and served the black community until the 1950s, when the last services were held there by the original congregation. The church has since been used by other churches and denominations. It is still used today for the annual Dockery family reunion, drawing hundreds of descendants.

Alas, with age, the church, located in a bend of Middle Creek along Eastgate Road, is beginning to show some wrinkles. The original bell tower and pulpit have been removed and the overall interior has been altered significantly. Further, the building has lack of maintenance and ventilation issues that compromise the structure’s integrity. Now, the East Tennessee Preservation Alliance has joined the Dockery Family Association, the East Tennessee Community Design Center and the African-American Heritage Alliance to find a long-term solution that will preserve the legacy of the building and the contributions of the congregation. After 124 years, the last chapter of the New Salem Baptist Church has yet to be written. But with the efforts of the ETPA and other organizations, hopefully the last verse will be a happy one.

Political view

Public forum ‘Joseph’ musical brings glory, honor of Jesus to the audience

Editor: I applaud Fee-Hedrick, owner of the Miracle Theater, for bringing the Broadway musical production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” to our local area. Several times I have attended the moving portrayal of the life of Christ in “The Miracle.” Anyone who is a believer in Christ knows that it is a production that brings glory and honor to Jesus. I have also attended the most recent production of “Joseph” and thoroughly enjoyed it. The storyline is very accurate to the biblical text found in Genesis 37-50 — and the genre chosen by the writers did not offend me or the others who sat around me at the play. In fact, one attendee who sat behind me had seen the play six times and was excited to share with me about the play. I am a retired pastor of 34 years of ministry, in three independent Bible churches. I have not only seen a number of productions, but I have also been a cast member in many productions in our local church. Some were serious, others were humorous, but the bottom line was to demonstrate the truth of God’s Word in real life. I really believe that many who will attend the story of Joseph will hear and see for the first — and maybe the only — time the biblical account of Joseph’s life. The production would be a great way of an entry point of sharing more about God’s Word and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I realize after 34 years of ministry there will always be some who will complain and disagree — that is their right. But the vast majority will applaud this unique and gifted cast of retelling the story of Joseph in a way that will attract and not distract the name of Jesus.

The Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 9:22 these insightful words: “To the weak I became weak, that I might win the weak; I have become all things to all men, that I may by all means save some.” The production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a wonderful avenue to make the life of Joseph come alive — with a fresh new message of an old, old story. May the Lord bless this cast and production in a powerful way that encourages the follower of Christ and enlightens the seeker — thanks for this special gift to eastern Tennessee. Larry Connors Knoxville

‘Joseph’ not a religious story, but a venue for entertainment

words, be most concerned about yourself. The many times my friends and I have seen the show, we agree it’s funny and quite wonderful — the best show Sevier County has had in many years. The large, appreciative audiences, by standing ovations and much clapping, show how much the show is enjoyed by the hundreds of people attending, Go see the show for yourself and make up your own mind. Shirley Scott Kodak

Community should embrace new musical in Pigeon Forge

Editor: I would like to comment on the wonderful show at The Miracle Theater. I found “Joseph” Editor: to be most enjoyable, and non-offensive to anyThis is my response to the letter published one. on Feb. 27 about the show “Joseph and the Some people are narrowminded and do not Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” playing at the think this type of show should come to the Miracle Theater. Pigeon Forge area. I disagree with them. The The show was written as an entertainment owners did nothing wrong in bringing this show venue, not a religious story. The people who to this area. True it was not according to the wrote in last week, have a right to their wrong Bible, but come on, people, do you not want opinion. some great entertainment to come to this area? Most people who enjoy the show realize it is The owners should be commended for bringnot a religious story of Joseph. Nor does it make ing such a great musical to this area for all of us fun of or mock God or the Bible. It is an enterto see. It did not cost the locals anything, so be tainment venue, period. grateful for the opportunity to view such a great The Bible story of Joseph was written many show. I centuries ago, as all in the Bible were. Much would like to see more shows like this come was lost in the many, many translations and our into the local theaters. The performers were understanding of the writings. That is why we great singers and dancers who worked hard to have so many different religions and churches. put this show together. I thought they deserve Only God decides who is right and wrong. He everyone in the community to show them tells us in Matthew 7:1-3 that we will be judged respect. as we judge others and, with the same measure Jo Allee we judge others, we will be judged. In other Sevierville

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PREP GRIDIRON

G-P’s Douglas inks with Maryville College By COBEY HITCHCOCK Sports Writer GATLINBURG — There’s no place like home, or at least someplace in the vicinity of it. Gatlinburg-Pittman senior linebacker Hunter Douglas signed with Maryville College on Thursday afternoon, and no one was more happy about it than his mother, Cathy Douglas. “I can’t believe this day is here, but I’m really happy for my baby,” said Cathy, fighting off tears. “But I’m still close enough for him to bring home laundry every weekend. It’s just a drive down the street really. We’re so happy with Maryville College. It’s a great school and it’s so close to home. Who wouldn’t be happy with that?” Hunter is equally ecstatic about the opportunity to continue his gridiron career with the Scots. “I’m really excited,” said Douglas, who intends to study environmental biology for a career as a wildlife biologist or chemical engineer. “It’s great to get to play college football at Maryville. It’s a great school it has high academics, and I love it being really close to home. “I’ve heard a lot of stories about people quitting college because it was too far from home. Maryville is only about an hour from my home, and that’s awesome.” Douglas has his head on straight in regards to this opportunity, and he expects to do well in both academics and for the football team under the direction of Maryville coach Tony Ierulli. “Coach Ierulli is kind of old-school, kind of like (G-P head football) coach (Benny) Hammonds, so I guess I’ll be used to that,” said Douglas. “I have realistic goals going into my freshman season. I just

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G-P senior linebacker Hunter Douglas signed with Maryville College on Thursday afternoon. Sitting, from left are grandmother Nancy Miller, mother Cathy Douglas, Hunter, father Scott Douglas, grandfather Ervin Douglas and grandmother Hazel Douglas. Standing, from left are coach Larry White, defensive coordinator Neal Estes, coach Adrian Watson, sister Kelly Douglas, Kelly’s fiance Brandon Weber, head coach Benny Hammonds and coach Ralph Kidd. Below, Douglas makes a defensive stop in last year’s match-up against Oneida. want to get stronger, prepare for the next season and hopefully get a little playing time.” Douglas’ father, Scott, likes the tradition of excellence produced by Maryville College. “Maryville is a great school,” said Scott. “Most of its graduates, 92 percent, have a job within six months, and that’s what you’re looking for.” Hammonds said he believes both Douglas and Maryville College are cobenefactors in the deal. “Hunter is a can’t miss player for a program like Maryville College,” said Hammonds. “He likes football, he’s got the size and speed, he’s a hitter and a go-getter. I think he’ll make a good addition to that program for the

next four or five years. “I think he’s got the kind of personality to develop into a good college football player. I know we’ll miss him at linebacker next year. He always takes his football serious, and you can always count on him.” Douglas credits Hammonds and the rest of the Highlanders football staff for his development in the sport. “G-P has a great coaching staff,” said Douglas. “They kick your butt into shape, and they know what they’re doing.” But Douglas also put in a lot of personal time to get stronger and faster on his own, along with the help of personal trainer Charlie Burgess of Shapers in Sevierville.

“When I started working out with Charlie, within one year my bench press increased by 100 pounds,” said Douglas, who was the second overall strongest player on the G-P team last year, behind mammoth lineman Bill Huskey. Douglas also enjoys karate, wrestling and golf, although those interests will have to take a back seat the next few years. “I know it will be pretty tough at Maryville,” said Douglas. “The courses are hard, and they’re pretty writing intensive. I’ve looked at what my schedule is going to be like, and there won’t be a lot of free time to do anything (except schoolwork and football).” chitchcock@themountainpress.com

PREP BASEBALL PREVIEW

Smoky Bears hope to make it an IMAC sweep for Sevier County By JASON DAVIS Sports Editor

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Sevier County’s Zach Flynn rounds third base following one of his team-high eight home runs last season. The senior is a returning All-State player for the Smoky Bears who hit .550 a year ago while leading the team in batting, home runs and RBIs.

SEVIERVILLE — The Sevier County Smoky Bears baseball team has a chance to make history this season. After district championships for both the basketball and football in school’s first season in 2-AAA, the Smoky Bear hardballers have a chance of pulling off an amazing trifecta. But coming off one of their best baseball seasons ever, coach Lance Traywick doesn’t want the other sports’ success to go to his team’s head. “I’m sure this new district will present new challenges for us,” the fifth-year head coach said. “The thing I’m worried about going into this year is the success the high school’s had this year. We have a great senior class in all sports — football going undefeated and basketball having a great season and winning that district as well — I don’t want our baseball players to get a false sense of security. We’ve got to show up and play everyday. This district is deep. We could win it or be fourth, but we don’t want to drop the ball, we want to continue the success that the other sports have created.” That being said, looking at the Bears’ lineup — where seven starters from last year’s team

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Smoky Bear team leader and returning all-district selection Josh Farragut will be SCHS’s No. 2 man on the mound and starting shortstop.

return — it would be hard to imagine the Purple not competing for the top spot in the InterMountain Athletic Conference. “We’ve got seven returning starters from a team that went 22-10 last year and was one game away from playing for a chance to go to the region in the toughest district in the state,”

Traywick said. “These guys can play, they’re gritty. We’re a gritty team that’s going to come to ball field every day and grind for seven innings. We’re not going to give away outs defensively, we’re going to throw strikes on the mound and you’re going to have to earn your way on base.” Helping to keep the opposing team’s hitters off base will be an experienced pitching staff, led by crafty left-hander Brandon Houser. “He’s a lefty senior, who’s really developed into our ace. We’re expecting big things from him, he’s going to have to step into that role of taking care of business on the hill when he goes out there,” Traywick said. Beyond the staff’s ace, a seasoned veteran and a lanky junior will get the majority of Bears’ starts on the mound. Senior Michael Farragut, who Traywick said “is throwing really well,” has thrown a lot of critical innings in the past and will likely be the team’s No. 2 starter on the mound. Charlie Gavaghan, a junior who was 8-0 against non-district competition will probably be the third starter. “He’s thrown four scoreless innings so far in our scrimmages,” Traywick said. “We’re really See BEARS, Page A9

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looking for him to grow up, mature and really make an impact for us this year.” After those regular starters, the Bears have several good relievers that are capable of spot-starting duties. Senior Austin Solomon has really developed according to the coach. “He’s really a pretty tough lefty to deal with,” Traywick said. Freshman Dillon Cate has also pitched really well in the Bears’ scrimmages, throwing four combined scoreless innings against Bearden and Catholic in preseason scrimmages. Add to that mix Austin Sisk and senior Charlie Fields, and the Purple and White should have plenty

of arms to get through a perilous schedule. Offensively, the Bears have All-State senior left fielder Zach Flynn to lead the way for a team that Traywick said has come a long way in the batter’s box. “Our players have really matured mentally as far as baseball players. The biggest difference is at the plate — their plate difference. Our guys really understand what pitches they can and cannot handle,” Traywick said. “They’re not getting themselves out nearly as much. It’s a great improvement.” An outstanding athlete that led the Bears to a 10-0 regular season as quarterback on the gridiron, Flynn was the Bears’ triple-crown winner on the baseball team in 2009, when he hit

.550 with eight homers and 55 RBIs. And Traywick believes he’s improved from last year. “It seems like the better the competition the better he hits,” the coach said. “He’s improved his game defensively. Zach at times as a left fielder was a heck of a hitter, but he’s turned himself into a good outfielder. He’s reading the ball well off the bat and getting good jumps, he’s really improved.” At catcher, Kyle Pope, who started last year as a freshman, has upped his defensive game, and added strength. “He’s really improved his game behind the plate,” Traywick said. “He’s so much stronger this year, See BASEBALL, Page A10

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Sevier County mound ace Brandon Houser fires a pitch last season.

Junior League 3rd grade champs

SPORTS BRIEFS Traveling team holding try-outs The Smoky Mountain Extreme competitive baseball traveling team is seeking 12-under players for the 2010 spring season. For tryout information call 865-748-2564. Players must not be 13 before May 1.

iHoops Challenge set for Sunday Local youngsters ages 9 to 14 have the opportunity to participate in the Inaugural iHoops Skills Challenge this Sunday, March 7, at the Pigeon Forge Community Center. This national basketball skills competition provides boys and girls a free opportunity to showcase their basketball abilities in a time-based, half-court obstacle course. The iHoops Skills Challenge focuses on basketball skill development while encouraging participation in the game. Participants may register the day of the event and must bring a copy of their birth certificate and complete a registration/waiver form prior to the start of the competition. A copy of the registration/waiver form is available online at www.iHoops.com/skillschallenge. For additional information on the iHoops Skills Challenge, please visit www.iHoops.com/skillschallenge.

Special Olympic golf tourney ahead The Special Olympic Golf Tournament will be Wednesday, March 31, at Eagles Landing. The contest will be 2-man scramble and will cost $75 per person. The cost includes lunch by Collier Food Group and dinner by Carino’s Italian Grill. Call Dan Deremer for more information at 680-3668.

Little Bears football spring sign-ups

Come join the Purple and White on what could be a historic season. All three teams 10-11yrs, 8-9yrs, 6-7yrs will compete for the coveted EMFC Football Superbowl this season. The league has a record of 46 wins and 14 losses over the last two seasons with two Super Bowl Championships. We stress hard work, commitment and sportsmanship while teaching the fundamentals of football. Joining in the spring allows the players to get to know the system before the regular season rolls around. Spring sign ups will be held on March 6 from 9 a.m. until noon at the football field next to Sevierville Middle School. For more info call Joy at 865-776-3325.

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The New Center Lady Rockets defeated Caton’s Chapel 25-17 to win the 3rd Grade Junior League Basketball Championship. The Championship team is (back row, left to right) coach Jackie Hounshell, Jullia Mitchell, Aislinn McElhaney, Faith Muse, Sydnie McMahan, Rachel Roberts and team Manager Haley Hurst, and (front row, left to right) Gabby Naillon, Kailey Myers, Jensen Overbay, Caroline Parnell, Lauren Hounshell and Whitley Hoffner.

Spring fitness swimming at G’burg The Gatlinburg Recreation Department will be having an after school Spring Swim for Fitness program for students that can swim the length of the pool. Sessions are as follows: Feb 2-20, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 3:30-4:30 ($20 for 8 classes); March 2-30, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. ($20 for 8 classes); April 1-29, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. ($17.50, 7 classes); and May 3-27, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. ($20 for 8 classes). To register for any of these sessions, payments may be made at the Gatlinburg Community Center Information Office. There is a limit of 14 children per class. For more information, call Sherry Jochen at 436-4990.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have lofty expectations. If we continue to buy into the process of being a champion every single day, to get better, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very capable of playing late into May.â&#x20AC;?

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and swinging the bat so much better.â&#x20AC;? When heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not catching, which will likely be one game a week, Pope will DH for the team. At first base senior Austin Solomon could be a real difference maker. A great defensive first baseman last year, who batted .380, Solomon has fully recovered from a broken hand that hampered his power numbers much of last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swinging the bat very well for us,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably going to hit in the middle of the order. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fully healthy this year, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swinging the bat with more authority.â&#x20AC;? At second base Kelby Carr will take over for Michael Farragut, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s switching to shortstop this season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Carr) is excellent defensively for us,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He does all the little things. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a glue-guy, if there is a bunt to be put down, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll do it. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll hit behind the runner â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all those little things that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t show up in the box score, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what Kelby does.â&#x20AC;? And as Farragut goes, so goes the team. The senior leader will bat lead-off for the Smoky Bears, coming off an AllDistrict season in which he hit .415 in the twohole. A Division II King College signee, Traywick really appreciates Farragutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game, and looks for big things from the wiry middle infielder that proved an extremely

SCHS coach Lance Traywick

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Austin Solomon will start at first base and pitch for the Smoky Bears this season.

tough out for opposing pitchers last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the heart and soul of this club unquestionably,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. At third base junior Zack Cate will start for the third-straight year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He really worked hard in the off-season and got a lot better,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;His defense has improved and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swinging the bat better. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a much better player this year for us.â&#x20AC;? The outfield will be patrolled by senior Charlie Field in center, Flynn in left and Houser in right. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Charlie Fields has really taken to center field and done a great job out there,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an athlete and really instinctive. One day a week heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll catch.â&#x20AC;? The coach said Fields, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never quite reached his potential as a hitter, has really been mashing the ball so far in practices and scrimmages, and could be one of the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top hitters this season. Getting quality playing time off the bench will be

Dillon Cate, Ivan Silva, Josh White, Cody Clabo and Elliott McGaha. Cate will be the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s utility man, able to play infield, outfield and pitch. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(He) is going to play a big role for us as a freshman before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s over,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When certain guys pitch, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll go to the infield or play in the outfield for us. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very versatile.â&#x20AC;? Silva will play shortstop when Farragut pitches, and according to the coach, only needs a little more self confidence to be a nice contributor. Traywick said White is an excellent defensive outfielder whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be counted on, and Clabo and McGaha will back up Solomon at first and play when heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pitching. Clabo could also see time at DH this season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll guarantee you,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When Sevier County High School shows up to the baseball field, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have to play. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to back up, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to give you an inch. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to come out here, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to scrap and fight for seven innings. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to win, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have to beat us. We wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lay down for anybody. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re coming to play every single day. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this club in a nutshell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a great coach-

ing staff,â&#x20AC;? he continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A.C. Willis has been with me since I moved over here five years ago. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my right-hand man, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do without him. The kids really respond to him, and he does a great job with our outfielders. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jimbo Conner is in his first year on our staff. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been coaching our 12-year-old travel team the last couple of seasons and they won the World Series this past summer and were national champions of the 12-year-old travel ball division, so he does an excellent job. The kids really love him and respond to him. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really got a great staff in place. Anything that happens positive this season, the credit will be due to the hard work and the work ethic of these young men and coach Willis and coach Conner,â&#x20AC;? Traywick said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They do a great job of making me look good, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard work.â&#x20AC;? As far as expectations go, the coach tries to keep things in perspective, but alludes to something great. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have lofty expectations,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we continue to buy into the process of being a champion every single day, to get better, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very capable of playing late into May.â&#x20AC;? mpsports@themountainpress.com

NFL free agency begins today without salary cap By BARRY WILNER AP Football Writer

NEW YORK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The NFL has swallowed the poison pill. When the league and the players association reached a new collective bargaining agreement in 2006, a clause called for eliminating the salary cap in 2010. Both sides assumed an uncapped season would be so distasteful that a new contract would be finalized long before the cap disappeared. Even when the owners opted out of the CBA in 2008, little thought was given to an actual removal of the salary cap that generally has been beneficial for both owners and players. On Friday, pro footballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s salary cap dies. Free agency begins under a whole new set of rules, and no one is sure where it will lead â&#x20AC;&#x201D; perhaps even to a work stoppage in 2011. Yes, the most profitable and popular sport in America is entering territory even more uncharted than the end zone was for the St. Louis Rams last season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The situation weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re walking into is certainly unknown for everyone,â&#x20AC;? Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Mark Dominik says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So no one can really look at the crystal ball and say hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what people are going to spend and hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what people arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to spend. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all pure speculation.â&#x20AC;? Marc Ganis, president of Chicago-based consulting company Sports Corp. Ltd., thinks teams will be tightfisted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the possibilities in the uncapped season, will some teams be spending far below the current floor, especially teams that perform poorly on the field?â&#x20AC;? says Ganis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teams will have the option of spending the amount on their team that they think it is worth. A 4-12 team does not have the caliber players a consistently 12-4 team has. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I expect the small and midsize market clubs are going to start to pay in this uncapped year based on what they can afford.â&#x20AC;? But sports agent Joe Linta, who represents Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco among others, is optimistic the pocketbooks will remain open. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The owners are all wealthy,â&#x20AC;? Linta says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and as much as they need and want to make money, the need to win is greater than the need to make money â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they already have plenty. Their insatiable desire to win will override their greed to save and make money. So, yeah, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll spend.â&#x20AC;?

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AUTO RACING 1 p.m. SPEED â&#x20AC;&#x201D; NASCAR, Truck Series, practice for Atlanta 200, at Hampton, Ga. 2:30 p.m. SPEED â&#x20AC;&#x201D; NASCAR, Sprint Cup, practice for Kobalt Tools 500, at Hampton, Ga. 4 p.m. SPEED â&#x20AC;&#x201D; NASCAR, Truck Series, final practice for Atlanta 200, at Hampton, Ga. 6 p.m. SPEED â&#x20AC;&#x201D; NASCAR, Sprint Cup, pole qualifying for Kobalt Tools 500, at Hampton, Ga. BOXING 10 p.m. ESPN2 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Junior lightweights, Martin Honorio (27-4-1) vs. Wilton Hilario (12-0-1), at Temecula, Calif. GOLF 9:30 a.m. TGC â&#x20AC;&#x201D; European PGA Tour, Malaysian Open, second round, at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (same-day tape) 3 p.m. TGC â&#x20AC;&#x201D; PGA Tour, The Honda Classic, second round, at Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. 6:30 p.m. TGC â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Champions Tour, Toshiba Classic, first round, at Newport Beach, Calif. (sameday tape) MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 8 p.m. ESPN2 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Kent St. at Akron MOTORSPORTS 9 p.m. SPEED â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Daytona Bike Week, at Daytona Beach, Fla. (same-day tape) NBA BASKETBALL 7 p.m. ESPN â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Detroit at Cleveland 9:30 p.m. ESPN â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Orleans at San Antonio

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mlb Major League Baseball Spring Training Glance AMERICAN LEAGUE W L Pct Texas 1 0 1.000 Baltimore 1 1 .500 Detroit 1 1 .500 New York 1 1 .500 Seattle 1 1 .500 Tampa Bay 1 1 .500 Toronto 1 1 .500 Boston 0 0 .000 Chicago 0 0 .000 Cleveland 0 0 .000 Los Angeles 0 0 .000

Minnesota 0 0 .000 Kansas City 0 1 .000 Oakland 0 1 .000 NATIONAL LEAGUE W L Pct Chicago 1 0 1.000 Colorado 1 0 1.000 Florida 1 0 1.000 Houston 1 0 1.000 Philadelphia 1 0 1.000 San Francisco 1 0 1.000 Atlanta 2 1 .667 New York 2 1 .667 Cincinnati 0 0 .000 Los Angeles 0 0 .000 Arizona 0 1 .000 Milwaukee 0 1 .000 Pittsburgh 0 2 .000 San Diego 0 1 .000 St. Louis 0 1 .000 Washington 0 2 .000 NOTE: Split-squad games count in the standings; games against non-major league teams do not. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D;â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Games N.Y. Yankees 6, Pittsburgh 3 Atlanta 9, N.Y. Mets 5 Detroit 7, Toronto 6 Baltimore 12, Tampa Bay 2 San Francisco 8, Seattle 7, 10 innings Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Games Florida 10, Washington (ss) 4 Houston 15, Washington (ss) 5 Toronto 9, Detroit 7 Philadelphia 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 Atlanta 4, Pittsburgh 2 Tampa Bay 6, Baltimore 5 N.Y. Mets 17, St. Louis 11 Colorado 11, Arizona 1 Seattle 9, San Diego 3 Chicago Cubs 9, Oakland 3 Texas 13, Kansas City 3 San Francisco 5, Milwaukee 3 Chicago White Sox vs L.A. Angels at Tempe, Ariz., 5:05 p.m. Minnesota vs Boston at Fort Myers, Fla., 7:05 p.m. Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Games Washington vs Atlanta at Kissimmee, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Philadelphia vs Toronto at

Dunedin, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Boston vs Minnesota at Fort Myers, Fla., 1:05 p.m. N.Y. Mets (ss) vs St. Louis at Jupiter, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Tampa Bay vs N.Y. Yankees at Tampa, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Houston vs Detroit at Lakeland, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Florida vs N.Y. Mets (ss) at Port St. Lucie, Fla., 1:10 p.m. Texas vs Kansas City at Surprise, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Cleveland vs Cincinnati at Goodyear, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. San Diego vs Seattle at Peoria, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Colorado (ss) vs L.A. Angels at Tempe, Ariz., 3:05 p.m.

Milwaukee vs Oakland at Phoenix, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. L.A. Dodgers vs Chicago White Sox at Glendale, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Colorado (ss) vs San Francisco at Scottsdale, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Arizona vs Chicago Cubs at Mesa, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Pittsburgh vs Baltimore at Sarasota, Fla., 7:05 p.m. Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Games Minnesota vs Boston (ss) at Fort Myers, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Boston (ss) vs Tampa Bay at Port Charlotte, Fla., 1:05 p.m. N.Y. Mets vs Washington at Viera, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Baltimore vs Detroit at Lakeland, Fla., 1:05 p.m.

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Drivers say Toyota fixes didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work By KEN THOMAS Associated Press Writer

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President Barack Obama pauses while speaking about health care reform Wednesday at the White House. Applauding, from left are, Julie Babich, Dr. Roland Goertz, Barbara Crane, Stephen Hanson, Dr. Renee Jenkins, Christopher Lillis.

Leaders want health care vote by Easter By ERICA WERNER Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; House Democratic leaders are pushing to finish far-reaching health legislation and hold a climactic vote in the next three weeks, aiming to overcome reluctance from the rankand-file lawmakers while answering President Barack Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenge for swift action. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said Thursday that Democrats would like to get a final vote by Congressâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Easter break, which begins March 29. But Hoyer also said â&#x20AC;&#x153;the world doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fall apartâ&#x20AC;? if that timeline isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t met â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a nod to the many blown deadlines that have characterized the health overhaul effort so far.

Democratic leaders are contending with a host of undecided lawmakers who want to see the fine print before making a decision. Hoyer said final language and a cost estimate should come back from the Congressional Budget Office by the end of next week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At this point in time we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a bill,â&#x20AC;? Hoyer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little difficult to count votes if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a bill.â&#x20AC;? Separately, more than a dozen House Democrats had a meeting scheduled on the issue with Obama at the White House Thursday afternoon. Among the group were lawmakers who voted against the legislation last year. At its core, the legislation still is largely along the lines Obama has long sought. It would extend cov-

erage to tens of millions of uninsured Americans while cracking down on insurance company practices such as denying policies on the basis of pre-existing medical conditions. An insurance exchange would be created in which private companies could sell policies to consumers. Much of the cost of the legislation, nearly $1 trillion over a decade, would be financed by cuts in future Medicare payments and higher payroll taxes on individuals earning more than $200,000 and couples more than $250,000. In his latest changes Obama added some Republican ideas raised at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bipartisan summit, including renewed efforts on changes in medical malpractice and rooting out waste and fraud from the system.

Economy showing strength as retail sales climb WASHINGTON (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The economy is showing renewed strength as retail sales surged last month and factory orders also increased. Yet thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s little evidence such growth will lead to more hiring soon â&#x20AC;&#x201D; unless recent gains in consumer spending force companies to add workers. Retailers reported Thursday that sales rose

in February by the largest amount since November 2007. And orders to U.S. factories in January posted their sharpest rise in four months. That was the best showing since September and another sign that manufacturing is helping drive the economic recovery. Still, first-time claims for jobless benefits remain elevated. The

Labor Department said initial claims for unemployment insurance fell by 29,000 to a seasonally adjusted 469,000 last week. But the drop only partly reverses a sharp rise in claims since the start of the year. The four-week average of claims, which smooths out volatility, fell by 3,500 to 470,750. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still far above the 425,000

level that economists say claims need to fall below to signal hiring. Initial jobless claims are considered a gauge of the pace of layoffs and an indication of companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; willingness to hire new workers. They have been volatile in recent weeks, because last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s severe snowstorms in the Eastern United States affected the data.

DETROIT â&#x20AC;&#x201D; At least 15 Toyota drivers have complained to U.S. safety officials that their cars sped up by themselves even after being fixed under recalls for sticky gas pedals or floor mat problems, according to an Associated Press analysis. The development raises questions about whether Toyotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s repairs will bring an end to the cases of wild, uncontrolled acceleration or if there may be electronic causes behind the complaints that have dogged the automaker. Although the allegations were unverified by the agency, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Wednesday it was contacting people who have complained about acceleration problems even after repairs were done under two large recalls. The agency wants to hear from others who have had similar troubles, it said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If Toyota owners are still experiencing sudden acceleration incidents after taking their cars to the dealership, we want to know about it,â&#x20AC;? agency administrator David Strickland said in a statement. The new complaints raised eyebrows in Congress, which has held three hearings on the recalls in the past week and is investigating Toyotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safety problems. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am deeply concerned that NHTSA has received this many reports of possible sudden unanticipated acceleration even after these vehicles have received Toyotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommended fix,â&#x20AC;? said Rep. Bruce Braley, D-Iowa, who serves on one of the committees investigating Toyota. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s critical that we get to the bottom of this problem as quickly as possible.â&#x20AC;? Toyota spokesman Brian Lyons said Wednesday the company was investigating the complaints, though it remains confident in its recall fixes. Teams of engineers are being mobilized to check into the complaints, he said.

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nation/world briefs No 3rd term for Wyoming’s gov.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming Gov. Dave Freudenthal said Thursday he will not seek re-election, ending speculation that the popular Democrat might try to overturn a state law that would have prohibited him from pursuing a third term. Freudenthal, 59, said he began the process of deciding not to run after his wife Nancy Freudenthal and he spent the Christmas holiday with their grown children. He said none of them thought he should run again. Freudenthal, whose office door in the state Capitol bears the painted sign “Gov. Dave,” has enjoyed considerable popularity since narrowly winning his first election in 2002. He won re-election in 2006 with 70 percent of the vote even though registered Republicans in the state outnumbered Democrats by more than 2 to 1.

17 are killed in Baghdad blasts

motor with brand new pipes” and is “feeling great.”

Michigan’s Levin interim chairman

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Sander Levin of Michigan was chosen Thursday as acting chairman of the taxwriting House Ways and Means Committee, a post that plays a major role in health care and billions of dollars in expiring tax cuts. Levin replaces Charles Rangel, D-N.Y., who stepped aside Wednesday as chairman while the House ethics committee investigates his fundraising and finances. Rep. Fortney “Pete” Stark, D-Calif., held the acting chairmanship for a day under House rules, but Speaker Nancy Pelosi told a meeting of all House Democrats Thursday that Levin was the choice to run the committee.

Paterson’s fate hangs in balance

Temple stampede kills 63 Dozens more hurt in free food scramble KUNDA, India (AP) — A stampede among thousands of poor villagers scrambling for free food and clothes at a commemorative event killed 63 people Thursday at a Hindu temple in northern India and injured dozens of others. Nearly all the victims were women and children. The stampede was so intense it knocked down a gate at the compound surrounding the temple in the small town of Kunda, on the northern plains of Uttar Pradesh state. “How could this happen in such a holy place?” cried Phool Chand Saroj, a 48-year-old farmer whose wife, daughter and grandmother were killed in the stampede. “If they had been more careful about letting in the crowds this would not have happened.” While most men in the farming region worked in

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An Indian police officer surveys the scene as shoes and sandals are seen after a stampede at a temple in Kunda, India, on Thursday. their fields, women from surrounding villages gathered with their children Thursday in Kunda for a midday handout of dona-

tions, an anniversary event marking the death of the wife of local religious leader Kripalu Maharaj. Giving food and other alms to the

poor on death anniversaries is a common Hindu tradition. The crush of people turned into a stampede that killed 63 and injured 44, government official Ashok Kumar said. Hours after the tragedy, piles of unclaimed shoes sat inside the compound where victims had placed them before entering the temple. The compound in Kunda, some 110 miles (180 kilometers) southeast of the state capital of Lucknow, appeared to have been undergoing renovations. Bamboo and iron rods used in construction were strewn about the grounds, possibly causing some people to trip. By late afternoon police had cleared the compound and taken all the bodies to an adjacent hospital, run by the temple, for identification and autopsies, said police official K.G. Khan. Outside, villagers wailed in anguish upon receiving word that their loved ones had perished.

Controller complacency may jeopardize air safety

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Black Democratic BAGHDAD (AP) — A leaders who hold sway string of blasts ripped in Gov. David Paterson’s through Baghdad target- home and political WASHINGTON (AP) — ing early voters and kill- base in New York City For the third time in seven ing 17 people Thursday, planned to converge months, the judgment authorities said, raising Thursday in a meeting of those who operate the tensions in an already that could produce influnation’s air traffic control nervous city as early bal- ential calls for him to system has been called into lots are cast for Sunday’s resign amid two misconquestion and concerns have parliamentary elections. duct scandals. been raised that complacenInsurgents have The Rev. Al Sharpton, cy may be causing controlrepeatedly threatened to a prominent civil rights lers and their supervisors to use violence to disrupt activist and Harlem bend rules. the elections, which will political fixture, is While major air crashes help determine who will expected to say he’s have declined sharply over oversee the country as rethinking his supthe last decade, thanks U.S. forces go home. It is port for New York’s largely to improved technolalso a test over whether first black governor, ogy, aviation safety experts the country can overaccording to a black say they are seeing signs come its deep sectarDemocratic adviser who that vigilance may have ian divides. Two of the spoke on the condition eroded. blasts hit voters outside of anonymity because The latest incident was polling stations. of the sensitivity of the reported this week: A conBaghdad was a tense issue. troller twice brought a city Thursday as thouThe meeting was child to work at the control sands of troops deployed set for Thursday night tower at John F. Kennedy across the capital, and at a restaurant in International Airport in convoys of army trucks Manhattan’s Harlem New York, one of the and minibuses ferried neighborhood and folnation’s busiest airports, soldiers and security lows a flurry of calls and allowed the child to personnel to and from overnight in which many radio instructions to pilots. polling stations. of the leaders reconsidThe Federal Aviation ered their support for Administration has susPaterson. Those calls Burt Reynolds pended the controller and were also voiced in a his supervisor pending an has heart bypass similar summit Saturday investigation of the inciJUPITER, Fla. (AP) — in Harlem, although the dent last month. Burt Reynolds’ manager group overall supported “This is a stunning Paterson’s plan to consays the actor has been example of a lack of protinue to serve. released from a Florida hospital after a planned heart bypass operation. INSULATED STORAGE BUILDINGS at Flat Creek Village Erik Kritzer said in a Save Green at Flat Creek Village statement Wednesday $ that Reynolds, 74, had 50.00 OFF Buy With Any building on the lot for sale with this coupon. Your Tax been scheduled for Coupon good 3/01/2010 thru 03/18/2010 Refund the operation for over s #ELL a month. Kritzer said Reynolds went into the Thank you Sevier County for Supporting hospital on Monday and my business for the last 13 years. was discharged Tuesday. Kritzer says the star of “Smokey and the Bandit,” “Deliverance” and “Boogie Nights” told him that he has “a great

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an accident.” Other recent incidents: —In October, controllers in Minneapolis handed off responsibility for a Northwest Airlines jet without alerting the next controller that they had been unable to make radio contact with the plane. Supervisors also failed to follow procedures for alerting a national security communications network to the problem. As a result, the Airbus A320 carrying 144 passengers was out of radio contact for 69 minutes before the security network was alerted. Rules put in place after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks are supposed to trigger an alert when a plane can’t be raised by radio for 10 minutes.

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A rt s & E n tertai n m e n t Editor’s Note: The Arts/Entertainment calendar is printed as space permits. Events within a two-hour drive will be considered. To place an item phone (865) 428-0748, ext. 215, or e-mail to editor@ themountainpress.com. Items may be faxed to 453-4913. n

Local Entertainment

Winter Carnival of Magic

Through Saturday at Country Tonite Theatre; reserved tickets $5 children under 10, $15, 453, 2003

Music of the Mountains

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 10 at Sugarlands Visitor Center, Gatlinburg; free admission, first come, first serve, 453-1291; 7 p.m. concert at W.L. Mills auditorium, $20 advance, $25 at door, www.events.gatlinburg.com

Regional Entertainment

Brad Paisley

7:30 p.m. today at Thompson Boling Arena with Miranda Lambert and Justin Moore; tickets $24.75-$54.75, (865) 656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets. com

Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance

8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday at Tennessee Theater; tickets $32-$77, (865) 656-4444, www.tennesseetheatre.com

Ani DiFranco

8 p.m. Wednesday at Bijou Theatre; tickets $35, (865) 656-4444, www. knoxbijou.com

Foreigner

8 p.m. March 15 at Tennessee Theater; tickets $45-$152, (865) 6564444, www.tennesseetheatre.com

Moody Blues

8 p.m. March 16 at Tennessee Theatre; tickets $80-$139, (865) 6564444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

Jo Dee Messina

8 p.m. March 26 at Clayton Center for the Arts, Maryville; tickets $36-$56, (865) 981-8590, www. ClaytonArtsCenter.com

Tim McGraw

April 22 at Thompson-Boling Arena, Knoxville; tickets TBD, (865) 656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

Local Festivals/Events

Mountain Quiltfest

March 10-14 at Music Road Convention Center and Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, 429-7350, www.mountainquiltfest.com

Celebrate Santa Festival

March 13-17, Gatlinburg, www.hollyandshamrock.com

Gatlinburg Screenfest Film Festival

March 26-28 at the River Terrace Resort, Gatlinburg; tickets $5-$25, www.atlinburgscreenfest.com

Regional Festivals/Events

Romeo and Juliet

7:30 p.m. today and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Walters State Community College, Morristown; tickets $5 students, $10 adults, (423) 585-6922

Local Arts

Sevier County Student Art Show

Through Saturday at Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, reception 6-8 p.m. today, www.seviercountyartscouncil.org, 436-5860, www. arrowmont.org

Photography Exhibit

LeConte Photographic Society images on exhibit at Sue Bock Cafe at Anna Porter Public Library in Gatlinburg, www. LeContePhotographic.com

Regional Arts

Betty Bullen

5-7 p.m. today, First Friday art exhibit and reception at Bijou Theatre, second floor state gallery of U.S. Cellular Stage, www.KnoxBijou. com

Experience leaves its mark Local missionaries forever changed by mission to Haiti By GAIL CRUTCHFIELD Community Editor When they arrived in Haiti, Mike and Karen Wyatt and Brandon Patterson were greeted with days and nights were filled with chaos. “When we got there the smell of death was so strong you had to wear a mask,” Karen said. Sleep was hard to come by, Mike Wyatt said, because the orphanage where they were staying was located next to the airfield where plans were coming and going at regular intervals. At night some of the children in the orphanage were often crying. “They had some wailers,” he said. Everyone was living in tents, afraid to return to their homes as aftershocks continued. People filled the streets. “When we got there, they were just walking and I’m like, where are they going?” Karen said. “I don’t know if they knew where they were going. There were just masses of people walking and walking and walking. The destruction was incredible.” But they also heard story after story of survivors who barely missed being killed by the quake and who witnessed miracle after miracle. Like at the university,” Karen said. “I talked to a man who said, ‘I’d been trying to get to my professor for weeks. I finally caught up with him that day and he said, let’s walk outside while we talk.’ He said, ‘We walked outside and turned around and the whole building was gone.’ The whole university. We heard story after story of this, and they’re so aware, ‘If I’m here, it’s because God saved my life and their hearts were hungry to find out what is that purpose, what is that reason.” They also saw God’s love work to ease tensions long-held by Haiti and the Dominican Republic and the more volatile atmosphere of people in crisis. Karen recounted one story of a woman arriving at the clinic with her young daughter suffering from severe burns. The woman was arguing with another over a piece of ground to lay a sheet. The other woman’s son came over and poured a pot of boiling water over the little girl. “The woman was just absolutely hysterical, way beyond calming down or anything,” Karen said. “They took the baby back to the treatment room and I had her come sit out here and just got on my knees in front of her and begin to speak peace.

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Karen Wyatt holds a baby to be transported back to the clinic while on a mobile clinic in Haiti.

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Karen Wyatt listens as a mother reads from a Creole Bible while her daughter is being treated for burns suffered during an altercation with another woman.

“Now I’m speaking English and she speaks Creole,” she said. “Everything we do we have to have a translator. So I have translator come over and find out that what she’s upset about, See Experience, Page B4

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Brandon Patterson holds two orphans during a worship service at a Haitian orphanage.

With prayer and purpose Wyatts, Patterson determined to minister to Haitians By GAIL CRUTCHFIELD Community Editor

“The way I got there, I was having devotions the morning after the earthquake,” Mike said. “I’m Mike and Karen Wyatt not quick to go anywhere, and their friend Brandon because I’ve had offers to go Patterson of Gatlinburg different places in the world came back from Haiti with — Africa three times and more stories than they can Israel and different places possibly tell in a two-hour — and unless God tells me presentation, but they offered up the highlights of to go, I’m not going to go. “So that morning it was their mission trip recently at the Shagbark Club House. clear. He said, ‘Mike, go to Haiti.’ And my background The Wyatts traveled to Haiti less than a week after in the Army, I was put on alert to go to Haiti three the 7.0 earthquake struck the nation on Jan. 12, trav- times in the early days when they had the civil unrest eling to a place military veteran Mike had been told and…all the fighting was many times before to avoid. going on. I would go over to special operations cenBut after the earthquake, ter at Fort Bragg and they both he and his wife of 43 would give us briefings and years could not ignore the said whatever you do, don’t call to spread God’s word. ever go to Haiti because Patterson followed soon it’s just a bad place. The after.

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Brandon Patterson, standing at left, and Mike Wyatt, standing at right, volunteered at a Youth With a Mission clinic and orphanage in Haiti. last place on earth you ever want to go is Haiti. So my brain said don’t go to Haiti But that morning, when I got up, God said go to Haiti, and I heeded it. “So I came out of the back room and Karen was having her devotion and I said, ‘Honey, God just told me to go to Haiti.’ She said, ‘Well, that’s kind of funny because God was putting on my heart to go too.”

Karen said she had been looking back on past devotions and words “God has given us through the years” before Mike came out and told of her revelation. “It had been a couple of years since I’d read them and there was something in there about ministering to the poor and I was like, wow, Lord. But when you See Purpose, Page B4

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Six former Seymour choral students studying at UT met with conductor Weston Noble during a recent workshop. From left are Tracy Parker, Kristen Clark, Cody Boling, SHS choral teacher Jean Burkhart, Noble, Lauren Brown, Justin Crisp and and Chris Burgess.

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one of the most elite a cappella college choirs in the United States. It Seymour High School choral direc- has performed throughout the countor Jean Burkhart and six of her for- try and much of the world. He has mer choral students who are current- served as guest conductor at more than 900 music festivals around the ly studying music at the University world. of Tennessee recently attended a Noble commented on the high Saturday workshop featuring conducnumber of students from Seymour tor Weston Noble. High School currently enrolled in The workshop, sponsored by UTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s UTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music program. music department, offered students Burkhart told Noble there are actuthe opportunity to sing under Nobleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ally nine former SHS students curdirection and hear his lecture conrently studying music at the univercerning how to help singers as well sity, but only six were able to attend as audience members emotionally the workshop. Noble joked that the connect to choral music. universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s admissions department Noble, a World War II veteran, owed Burkhart a finderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fee. built the 72-voice Nordic Choir into

Book Ends New books for the Sevier County Public Library System Adult Fiction n â&#x20AC;&#x153;Roadside Crossesâ&#x20AC;? by Jeffrey Deaver (Audio CD) (Main) (Seymour) n â&#x20AC;&#x153;True Bluâ&#x20AC;?e by David Baldacci (Audio CD) (Main) (Seymour) (Kodak) n â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Gathering Stormâ&#x20AC;? by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson (Main) (Seymour) (Kodak) Adult Non-Fiction n â&#x20AC;&#x153;Too Big to Fail: The Inside Story of How Wall Street and Washington Fought to Save the Financial System from Crisis â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and Themselvesâ&#x20AC;? by Andrew Ross Sorkin (Seymour) n â&#x20AC;&#x153;The New Encyclopedia of Southern Culture, 1-14 Volumesâ&#x20AC;? by Charles Reagan Wilson, Editor (Main)

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Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Junction

Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Junction, 10237 Chapman Highway, Seymour: Country Tradition, 7-10 p.m. Friday; live music, 7-10 p.m. Saturday

Blue Moose Burgers and Wings

Located on the Parkway behind Bullfish Grill and Johnny Carinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Live music, 7-10 p.m. Fridays. 286-0364

Front Porch Restaurant

Live bluegrass, 7-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; live folk and acoustics, 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday. (423) 487-2875

Guarinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Restaurant

Michael Hicks sings and plays piano, 6-10 p.m. every Friday in Gatlinburg

New Orleans on the River

Amelia & Louis perform 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 933-7244

Ripleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Aquarium

Bluegrass group Smoky Mountain Travelers 10-4 p.m. Saturday in front of Aquarium in Gatlinburg

The Ship Pub

The Ship Pub on Glades Road in Gatlinburg, pool tournaments at 8 p.m. every Friday, 430-4441

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Skiddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place on Birds Creek Road in Gatlinburg; Karaoke, Tuesday and Thursday nights; Locals Night, 4-7 p.m. on Wednesdays; various performers on weekends. 4364192

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Do you brighten â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or dull â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the workplace? When I mention the descriptive term â&#x20AC;&#x153;grumpyâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;moody,â&#x20AC;? is there any particular co-worker that comes to mind? Could someone apply the term to you every now and then â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or maybe on a regular basis? Survey results from Opinion Research Corporation reporting annoying workplace behaviors came across my desk recently. From approximately 2,000 respondents, 37 percent listed grumpy or moody co-workers. Such a person may bring to work the remnants of a bad morning (or evening before) with his or her spouse. Or, the person may just have a bad attitude or an ongoing problem that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to be resolved and has worn on him or her. Listed second with 19 percent is â&#x20AC;&#x153;gossiper.â&#x20AC;? Interestingly, an excerpt from a 2008 column I wrote titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a carrier of gossipâ&#x20AC;? reads: â&#x20AC;&#x153;According to a recent Harris Interactive poll, 60 percent of respondents cited workplace gossip as their biggest peeve.â&#x20AC;? In response to the survey, Fortune Magazine shared input from Empower Public Relations CEO Sam Chapman: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gossip tends to snowball, because people start projecting things onto the person who is being talked about. If you say something like, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Joe is not pulling his weight around here lately,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; that rumor not only spreads, it gets worse, because everyone begins finding new â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;evidenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that Joe is not pulling his weight. Before long, Joe could become toast, not necessarily because of what he has or has not done, but because of perceptions sparked and fueled by rumors. Gossip has ruined careers.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? Third in the recent survey with 18 percent is â&#x20AC;&#x153;the use of jargon.â&#x20AC;? If you are in the habit of using such terms as â&#x20AC;&#x153;at the end of the dayâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;think outside the box,â&#x20AC;? you help comprise this category. Overused terms or phrases tend to lose their impact altogether. Users may appear as restricted thinkers for whom it seems the day will never end. Ranked fourth with 18 percent is â&#x20AC;&#x153;loud phone talkers.â&#x20AC;? This behavior may rank number one with Jean and me. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how many times we have discussed being subjected to people who

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apparently want to tell the whole world something in public venues such as restaurants, supermarkets and airports. They seem to echo and vibrate even louder when on airplanes (especially on those little commuter planes). With 16 percent, the fifth annoyance is â&#x20AC;&#x153;poor toilet etiquette.â&#x20AC;? An entertainment venue general manager told me, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If some of our visitors leave their home bathrooms like they do our restrooms, there is no way in the world I would want to be a guest in their homes.â&#x20AC;? While writing this column, I reflected on and went back to read a 2008 column titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is always time for courtesy.â&#x20AC;? An excerpt reads: â&#x20AC;&#x153;a young man (with a cell phone) entered an airport restroom, stepped to the urinal, placed a call and began his conversation with, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guess where I am.â&#x20AC;? After a few other words, he said to the person on the other end of the line, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Guess what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m doing.â&#x20AC;? After a pause for a response, he told the person, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Listen.â&#x20AC;? I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hang around to see if the young man was moody, gossiped while on the phone, talked about â&#x20AC;&#x153;thinking outside the box at the end of the dayâ&#x20AC;? or left the restroom in disarray. However, he did speak loudly. So if I had stayed long enough, I may have discovered someone who batted 100 percent on annoying behaviors. But what about pleasing behaviors? Send me via e-mail the attributes you appreciate in co-workers. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll incorporate them in an upcoming column I think readers will enjoy and benefit from. ÂŠ 2010 by Carl Mays, speaker and author whose mentoring site, www. MyMerlin.net, is based on his book and program, â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Strategy For Winning.â&#x20AC;? E-mail to carlmays@carlmays.com, call 436-7478 or visit www.carlmays. com.

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Emily Hurst, student winner, with her mother, Robin Hurst, and Brad Parton, instructor/FFA advisor, pictured recently at Tennessee Tech. Emily was the speech winner in her Agricultural Leadership Communications class. She represents Pigeon Forge High School and Rotary Club.

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He told them he could She didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wait but Karen convinced be of assistance in aiding them they needed the long. the Wyatts and providing shots much sooner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mike walked in a few â&#x20AC;&#x153;I said weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going this help in administration minutes after that and and logistics. when I heard him say it, weekend,â&#x20AC;? 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Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll just after he leaves.â&#x20AC;? had also made the decilook at it and it will get Patterson wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t left sion to go. me focused on where I with much hope that â&#x20AC;&#x153;As soon as the earthneed to look in the word Mercy Works could use quake happened and we and start meditating. I him, hearing again they heard about, I looked at open it up, January the were needing mostly (my wife) Brenda and 14th, and it says Isaiah medical help. He was she was like, I know 6, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Here my lord, send asked to fill out an appliyou want to go, right?â&#x20AC;? me.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Oh my gosh. I just cation and wait for word. Patterson said. started crying.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I went to the Anna Two days later he saw But making the deciPorter library and faxed on Facebook how the sion to go and getting Wyatts were preparing to it to Tyler, Texas, and as there were two differI was leaving the library go down there. ent things. They started I got a phone call from â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought, OK Lord, by going with what was Tyler, Texas,â&#x20AC;? he said. whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on here? familiar to them. They asked him on that Because I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if The Wyattsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; two Wednesday if he could you guys know the hisdaughters, Melissa and leave on Monday. That tory I have with Mike is Michelle, both served gave him two days to basically heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mentored with Youth With A work on getting doname for five years. Five Mission (YWAM), an tions to help pay for years we trained to do international Christian things like that, so thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the trip and collecting organization that supplies to take to the exactly what God spoke responds to crises. Wyatts. Melissa received disciple- to me when I heard that â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was excited when I ship training through the they were going, you are heard Brandon was comsupposed to be there program, and Michelle ing,â&#x20AC;? Mike said. served for three years on with them, assist them â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was a godsend,â&#x20AC;? and help them and be the Mercy Ship. Karen added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He sent there to work with them â&#x20AC;&#x153;YWAM has different somebody we knew and out in the field, out in organizations,â&#x20AC;? Mike loved to come down the world. I knew right said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have Mercy then that I was supposed there.â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Works, Mercy Trucks, to go.â&#x20AC;? Mercy Ships. 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District 2 Nationwide Trustee Services Inc., Robin and Michael Beckett Sr. to Aurora Loan Services LLC for $173,931.06 for lot 19, Brent Hills.

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District 5 Bruce Carpenter to Dancing Bear Investments LLC for $500,000 for lot 21, Timber Woods Bank of New York Mellon, Structured Asset Mortgage Investment and Wells Fargo Bank to Paul and Marcella Gray for $115,000 for lot 11, Windrush Barbara Latham, Olwyn Clabo, deceased, to Cecil Jones Jr. for $140,000 for lot 2, Yett Addition Andrew Petty and Fanklin Goolsby to James Stiltner for $75,000 for unit 2202, Phase 2, Resort at Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crossing Branch Banking and Trust Company to Russell and Christine Bailey for $179,500 for lot 2B, Rader Property Peter and Beatriz Koopman to Robert Poole for $575,000 for lots 3 and 4, Vernon Fain Estate William Horne III to Jean and Kerry Collins for $173,000 for lot 68, Phase 3, Alpine Mountain Village MTGLQ Investors and Litton Loan Servicing to Mark Rueter for $35,000 for lot 34, Allensville Ridge Twin Mountain LLC to Billie Roberts for $150,000 for lot 23, Pin Oak, lot 3 Properties Gene Davis to Sandra and Jon Ellis for $24,000 for three tracts in District 5 Jean Davis to Sandra and Jon Ellis for $24,000 for three tracts in District 5

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Lewis and Elaine Stiwinter to Clint and Toni McElyea for $170,500 for lot 5, Field Crest Estates

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Angele Cote and Carolyn Hodges to Dagmara Modlinska for $133,500 for unit 3, Quail Run Mike and Mary Cecil and Lisa Tarwater to Jeffrey and Beth Shaffer for $249,000 for lot 112, Phase II, LeConte Landing Federal National Mortgage Association, Fannie Mae, and Wilson and Associates PLLC to Mark Shreeve and Nancy Frolio for $122,000 for lot 98, Phase II, Mountain Meadows Estates Hickory Patch LLC to the following for property at Hidden Springs Resort, Phase 2: n Robert and Stephanie Smith for $190,000 for unit 652 n Leroy and Carol Patton for $185,000 for unit 142R n Anthony and Cindy Womack for $190,000 for unit 606 n Gary and Karin Gibson for $190,000 for unit 148R Viewtiful LLC to Paul Terry for $179,500 for unit 144R, Phase II, Hidden Springs Resort MCC TN LLC, Joseph and Krissi Pittman to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company for $154,700 for lot 24R, Eagle Crest

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Bank of Walker County to S&K Real Estate LLC for $135,000 for lot 5B, Falcon View Fannie Mae, Federal National Mortgage Association, Shapiro and Kirsch LLP to Carl and Eva Jones for $130,000 for lot 1, Yett Addition Fannie Mae, Federal National Mortgage Association, Shapiro and Kirsch LLP to Christopher and Reshana Blevins for $100,000 for lot 38C

District 6 Gerald and Karen Miller to Roland, Krisann, Russell, Melanie, Wesley and Barbara Weaver for $1,700,000 for three tracts in District 6 Hickory Patch LLC to John and Kaylyn Petzel for $135,000 for lot 6, Hideaway Mountain Hickory Patch LLC to Celia and Justo Falcon Jr. for $125,000 for lot 2R, Fred Spurling property

District 7 HMO Cousins Inc. to Michael and Lucinda Tarbet for $90,000 for lot 11, Swans Ferry Darrell Keene to Blalock Properties LP for $300,000 for lots 42 and 43, unit one, River View Estates Barry Eubanks and Robert Hoffman to John Kruzel for $100,000 for lo 2, Vista Meadows

District 8 J. Phillip Jones, James and Freda Lane to PNC Mortgage for $55,372.15 for lot 3, Robert M. Maforge Property Fannie Mae, Federal National Mortgage Association, Shapiro and Kirsch to Dennis Grooms

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District 9 Nationwide Trustee Services Inc., John and Jill Griffin to Oak City Baptist Church for $46,801 for lots 2 and 4, Oak City Everiste and Sharon Rieffel to Russell and Amanda Householder for $289,900 for lot 5, Phase One, Majestic Meadows

District 10 Crystal Workman to Jeffrey and Vicki Wilson for $1,000 for 3.9 acres, River Divide Road Earl Dixon to Todd and Jillian Roehm for $225,000 for 11.303 acres, Alpine Road

District 11 Warren and Lisa Smay to Glenn McGrady III for $380,000 for lots 107 and 106, Holston Assembly Association Grounds Jennifer Milligan and Norton Creek LLC to Silly Creek Investments LLC for $1,525,000 for property on Washington Road Fannie Mae, Federal National Mortgage Association to Len and Bonnie Eldridge for $250,000 for lot 591, Chalet Village North

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BAC Home Loans Servicing and Countrywide Home Loans Servicing to Mark Juvinall for $21,500 for lot 17, Wild Briar James and Stacy Parrish to Robert and Stephanie Smith for $148,000 for lot 8, Back Home Hideaway Larry and Dorothy Joyner to Carol Nobles for $59,000 for lot 2, Old Mountain Road Acres

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Douglas Yates, Rita and Jeffrey Horne to Barbara Beville for $55,851.32 for unit 201, River Bend Mall Jessica Smith and Jerry Wilson to James Dodd for $119,000 for lot 315, Hidden Valley Mike and Heidi Seifert to Nancy and Daniel Strunk for $201,500 for lot 1024, Sky Harbor Branch Banking and Trust Company to James Ogle for $11,550 for lot 48, Tyrolea Branch Banking and Trust Company to James Ogle for $137,500 for lot 6, phase 1, Laurel Oaks Ronald and Susan Thomason to Andrew Kipe for $650,000 for lot 605, Chalet Village North Fannie Mae, Federal National Mortgage Association and Shapiro and Kirsch LLP to Billy and Shirley Bryant for $73,500 for lot 20, Valley High Jerroll Bont to David and Lee Gajda for $168,000 for unit 212, Windswept Condominiums Fannie Mae, Federal National Mortgage Association, Shapiro and Kirsch LLP to Luanne and Heyward Shealy for $120,000 for lot 1051, Sky Harbor

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of recycling. Research shows that some antique quilts made in North PIGEON FORGE — A Mountain Quiltfest, with America used worn-out blankets or older quilts annual attendance of as the internal layer, thus more than 20,000 visiextending the usefulness tors, celebrates its 16th of materials. year March 10-14. A Mountain Quiltfest Quilters and craftin Pigeon Forge features ers from across the U.S. vendor malls and shows gather for a show and more than 70 classes and displaying more than 300 quilted pieces, locatseminars. ed at Smoky Mountain The first evidence of quilting is found in Asia, Convention Center and Music Road Convention sometime before the first century. In Colonial Center. Quilted items at the show will be competAmerica, quilting was ing in 10 categories for popular with women $20,000 in cash and of the wealthier classes prizes. who took pride in their Quilting experts will needlework. instruct organized classes As the country grew at Smoky Mountain and expanded to the west, quilts not only were Convention Center. Instructors for the treasured family posses2010 event include sions, but also provided Charlotte Angotti, Kim warmth. Quilting may have been Diehl, Klaudeen Hansen, one of the earliest forms Marti Michell, Nancy

Odom, Annette Ornelas, Nancy Prince and Louise Smith. The vendor area will offer a variety of quiltand craft-related items. Other Quiltfest activities include brunch and dinner lectures, show-andtell opportunities and a Mountain Heritage Quiltfest Challenge. Detailed information regarding classes, seminars and the challenge is available at www.mountainquiltfest.com, where online registration currently is available. A Mountain Quiltfest is produced by the city of Pigeon Forge and co-hosted by the Piecemakers and Sevier Valley quilters guilds. For more information about all Pigeon Forge events, call 800-2519100 or visit www.mypigeonforge.com.

Regional Calendar Editor’s Note: The regional events calendar is printed as space permits. Notices are reserved for events happening within a three-hour drive of Sevier County. Events may appear only once. Phone 428-0748, ext. 214, or send the notice via e-mail to editor@themountainpress.com.

PIGEON FORGE — Covenant Health Check, a comprehensive annual health screening event, kicks off this month in Pigeon Forge. The event, sponsored by LeConte Medical Center, will be held at the Pigeon Forge Community Center on March 19 from 8-11 a.m. Free screenings and discounted blood work are available for adults. Screenings: blood pressure, bone density, body composition, carotid artery, heart rhythm, and more. Free information and details about Covenant Health programs and services will also be available.

Blood tests: blood chemistry profile, $20; complete blood count, $15; Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA), $20; thyroid stimulating hormone, $20; high sensitivity C-Reactive protein, $20; hemoglobin A1C, $20. Covenant Health does not file insurance claims

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Jamey Johnson

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April 13 Celtic Woman

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May 1 Kathy Griffin

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Community Calendar Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 428-0748, ext. 214, or e-mail to editor@themountainpress. com. Items may be faxed to 453-4913.

Friday, March 5 JOY Club

Just Older Youth Club meets at Pigeon Forge Community Center. Bring covered side dishes. Bingo at 10:30 a.m. lunch at 11:30. 429-7373.

Kodak Story Time

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

Benefit Singing

Benefit singing 7 p.m., Solid Rock Baptist Church, with The Nickells Family and others. 4288039.

House of Prayer

Revival 7 p.m. daily through March 7, House of Prayer Church, Upper Middle Creek Road through March 7 with Tim and Wendy Burris from Charlotte, N.C. 428-2625.

912 Meeting

912 meets 7 p.m. at the courthouse. 436-6219.

Bethany Baptist

Singing 7 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church. 453-4999.

Seymour UMC

Saturday, March 6 Level One Amateur Radio Emergency Communications Course class, by appointment only. 429-2422 or e-mail to n4jtg@live.com.

Youth of Seymour UMC meet for discipleship training 4:30 p.m.; snack supper 5:30; activities 6; youth/ parents Bible study 6:15. 573-9711 or wwwseymourumc.org.

New Life Church

Hoops Challenge

Radio Class

Bradleys Chapel

Gospel singing 7 p.m. at Bradleys Chapel Baptist Church with The Camerons and Tracy Kear.

Cancer Support

Severe Attitude wrestling 7 p.m., Seymour High gym. $7 adults at the door, $5 ages 6-12, $17 ringside. Advance tickets $2 off. Concessions available.

Oratory Contest

Sevier County Right To Life oratory contest for high school students; deadline to register April 1. Contest April 15. For application/information call 654-7685.

Benefit Basketball

Benefit basketball game for Catlettsburg School. Smoky Mountain Jam vs. Tri City Racers has been canceled and will be rescheduled. 680-7369.

Sunday, March 7 Gatlinburg FUMC

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

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200 Employment

700 Real Estate

300 Services

800 Mobile Homes

400 Financial

900 Transportation

Daughters of American Revolution, Spencer Clack chapter, meets at 7 p.m., Sevier County Library. Program by Judy Morgan, Sonya Nave and Tammy Sturdivant.

Seymour Story Time

Preschool story time, 11 a.m., Seymour Library, with the Puppet Lady. 573-0728.

Tuesday, March 9 S.I.T.

Monday, March 8

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First iHoops Skills Challenge, basketball skills competition, 1:30 p.m., Pigeon Forge Community Center, for ages 9-14. Register day of the event or at www.iHoops.com/ skillschallenge. 789-6848 or 621-4511.

New Life Church of God gospel music with The Partons, The Porter Family and The Rochesters, 6:30 p.m. 850-3533.

Legals

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Smoky Mountain Cancer Support Group meets at 6 p.m. at new Thompson Cancer Center. Ann Henderlite, VP and chief nursing officer, to give tour. Bring food. 428-5834 or 6549280.

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study

Seniors In Touch (S.I.T.) meets 5-6 p.m. at MountainBrook Village, 700 Markhill Drive, Sevierville. 428-2445.

Hot Meals

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

Garlands of Grace Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible study: n Noon, Seymour Heights Christian Church, Chapman and Boyds Creek Highway n 1 p.m. Gatlinburg Inn

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

Angel Food

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study

Angel Food orders: n 2-5 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 429-2508. n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m., First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 9081245. n 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Kodak UMC, 2923 Bryan Road. 933-5996. Credit card and EBT orders may be sub-

Al-Anon Family

Garlands of Grace womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible study: n 1 p.m. Foxtrot Bed and Breakfast, Garrett, Gatlnburg n 6:30 p.m. Pigeon Forge UMC

Gatekeepers

Gatekeepers menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible study: n 6:30 p.m., 1328 Old Newport Highway,

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE Sale at public auction will be on March 30, 2010 at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, at the front door, Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee pursuant to Deed of Trust executed by David Sledge, a single person, to Smoky Mountain Title, Trustee, on March 28, 2007 at Book Volume 2788, Page 93 conducted by Shapiro & Kirsch, LLP Substitute Trustee, all of record in the Sevier County Registerďż˝s Office. Owner of Debt: OneWest Bank, FSB 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 Eleventh (11th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, within the corporate limits of the Cityof Gatlinburg,Tennessee,to wit: Lot 2 of Mountain Acres Estates, as the same appears on the plat of record in Map Book 1, Page 26, in the Registerďż˝s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which specific map reference is hereby made, and described more particularly as follows: BEGINNING on an iron pin, a common corner to Lot Number 3 and the right of way of unnamed road; thence with the arc of a 40 foot cul-desac, 65.19 feet to an iron pin, a corner to Lot Number 4; thence with the line of Lot Number 4 the following: South 55 degrees 25 minutes 29 seconds East, 79.04 feet to an iron pin; South 60 degrees 20 minutes 49 seconds East, 72.11 feet to an iron pin; North 83 degrees 08 minutes 47 seconds East, 58.15 feet to an iron pin at a 12 inch oak, a corner to Ramsey; thence with the line of Ramsey the following: South 26 degrees 48 minutes 39 seconds East, 59.28 feet to a pine snag; South 30 degrees 42 minutes 12 seconds East, 82.90 feet to an iron pin at a post, a corner to a 10 foot buffer zone; thence with the line of the 10 foot buffer zone the following: South 82 degrees 15 minutes 49 seconds West, 148.23 feet to an iron pin, a corner to Lot Number 1; thence with the line of Lot Number 1 the following: North 73 degrees 27 minutes 05 seconds West, 82.57 feet to an iron pin; North 26 degrees 50 minutes 50 seconds West, 68.20 feet to an iron pin, a corner to Lot Number 3; thence with the line of Lot Number 3 the following: North 43 degrees 24 minutes 42 seconds East, 62.02 feet to an iron pin; North 53 degrees 26 minutes 18 seconds West, 119.48 feet to the point of beginning. LESS AND EXCEPT .012 acres conveyed by Warranty Deed of record in Warranty Deed Book 358, Page 908, in the said Registerďż˝s Office. SUBJECT TO an Easement for access to Lot Number 3, as described in Book 1825, Page 617, in the said Registers Office. Street Address: 316 Mountain Court Gatlinburg, TN 37738 Current Owner(s) of Property: David Sledge, a single person The street address of the above described property is believed to be 316 Mountain Court, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, 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 6055 Primacy Parkway, Suite 410 Memphis, TN 38119 Phone 901-767-5566 Fax 901-767-8890= File No. 10-001315 March 5, 12 & 19, 2010

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on March 25, 2005, by Kevin Pitsenbarger and Kevin Pitsenbarger to Wesley D. Turner, Trustee, as same appears of record in the Registerďż˝s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Book No. 2209, Page 294, (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deed of Trustâ&#x20AC;?); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee under the Securitization Servicing Agreement dated as of August 1, 2005 Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE3; and WHEREAS, U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee under the Securitization Servicing Agreement dated as of August 1, 2005 Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE3, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Owner and Holderâ&#x20AC;?), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Registerďż˝s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, March 25, 2010, commencing at 2:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: Situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: Situated in the Seventh (7th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being all of Lot 5R on the plat entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Resubdivison of Lots 4&5 John Hickman Propertyâ&#x20AC;? as shown on a plat of record in Map Book 35, Page 58, in the Registerďż˝s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which map specific reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Subject to easements, notations, setbacks, restrictions and right of ways as shown on the map of record in Map Book 35, Page 58, in the said Registerďż˝s Office. Subject to easements and right of ways of record in Misc. Book 236, Page 315 and WD Book 654, Page 349, in said Registerďż˝s Office. Being a portion of the same property conveyed to Kevin Pitsenbager and wife, Tasha Pitsenbarger by Warranty Deed from Stoney Sutton and wife, Carolyn Sutton, dated March 29, 1999, of record in Book D654, Page 348, in the Registerďż˝s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1287 Atchley Drive Sevierville, TN 37876

CURRENT OWNER(S): Kevin Pitsenbarger and Tasha Pitsenbarger The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. In addition, this sale shall be subject to the right of redemption by the TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, TAX ENFORCEMENT DIVISION, pursuant to T.C.A. 67-1-1433(c)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in: Book 2284, Page 505. Notice of the sale has been given to the State of Tennessee in accordance with T.C.A. 67-1-1433(b)(1). SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: Citifinancial, Inc.; Sevier County Electric System OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower 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. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee c/o IMR Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 File No.: 5005.1003674TN

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First Presbyterian

Medic blood drive 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Kroger in Sevierville.

Traditional Lent Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through March 24, First Presbyterian Church Sevierville, featuring music. prayer and message. Offering collected will go to help Haiti. 453-2971.

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 4292508. n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m., First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road. 908-1245. n 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Kodak UMC, 2923 Bryan Road. 933-5996. Credit card and EBT orders may be submitted online at www.angelfoodministires.com.

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care Center

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care Center 20-year anniversary banquet 6 p.m. March 18 at Wood Grill Buffet, Pigeon Forge. $25. Mail payment or call by today to 428-4673.

Garden Club

Sevierville Garden Club meets at noon, Sevierville Senior Center. Speaker: Alan Bruhin of Extension Service on pruning of trees and shrubs. Installation of officers. Board meets at 11.

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Celebrate Recovery

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Celebrate Recovery step study 5:30 p.m., Seymour UMC, Chapman Highway at Simmons Road. 573-9711 or www.semourumc.org

Sevierville Story Time

Preschool story time 10:30 a.m.. Sevier County Main Library, with The Puppet Lady. 453-3532.

Little League Boosters

Pigeon Forge Little League

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Booster Club meets 6 p.m., Pigeon Forge High School Cafeteria.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Deed of Trust executed by Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon L. Daugherty, to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, dated September 28, 2007, and recorded in Book 2922, Page 343, as modified by Modification of Note and Deed of Trust of record in Book 3326, Page 448, in the Registerďż˝ s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Carl and Sharon Daugherty to Citizens National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Citizens National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee recorded in Book 3495, Page 291 in the Registerďż˝s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee, on the 22nd day of March, 2010, at 10:35 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described property to wit (which is believed to have a street address of 901 Lake Smoky Road Sevierville, TN 37876 SITUATE in the Fifteenth (15th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, on Douglas Lake and being an unnumbered lot containing 0.68 acres, more or less, being bounded on the north, south and west by Douglas Lake and on the East by Lot 18 and an unnumbered lot in Lake Smokey and Lake Smokey Road, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING in the southeast corner of the property hereinafter described at an iron pin in a flower bed at or near the 1002 contour line of Douglas Lake and a common corner to an unnumbered lot (Rader); thence from said point of beginning and along the approximate 1002 contour line of Douglas Lake, South 75 deg 31 min 33 sec West 34.05 feet to an iron pin; thence South 84 deg 10 min 26 sec West 132.84 feet to a point; thence North 84 deg 05 min 30 sec West 79.56 feet to a point; thence North 16 deg 37 min 29 sec West 84.15 feet to a point; thence North 56 deg 30 min 07 sec East 109.89 feet to a point; thence North 45 deg 45 min 37 sec East 59.24 feet to an iron pin, a common corner to Lot 18; thence leaving the 1002 contour line and with the line of Lot 18, South 38 deg 52 min 32 sec East 66.26 feet to an iron pin at the right of way of Lake Smokey Road; thence leaving Lot 18 and with the terminus of Lake Smokey Road, South 39 deg 01 min 21 sec East 47.96 feet to an iron pin, a common corner to an unnumbered lot (Rader); thence leaving the terminus of Lake Smokey Road and with the line of the unnumbered lot, South 38 deg 00 min 13 sec East 101.47 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 0.68 acre, more or less, as shown on survey of Howard T. Dawson, RLS No. 1301, 134C Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920, dated July 21, 2005; and, BEING the same property conveyed to Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon L. Daugherty by warranty deed of Lake Place Partnership, a Tennessee General Partnership whose sole general partners are Ron Rader, Jane Rader, Jeff Rader, Mitch Rader, and John Rader, dated the 20th day of September, 2007, or record in Book 2922, Page 339, RegisterĂs Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. BUT this conveyance is made subject to flowage easement in favor of TVA as to the portion of the above-described property which lies below the 1007Ă contour line of Douglas Lake. BUT this conveyance is further made subject to restrictions of record in Misc. Book 19, Page 466, and Warranty Deed Book 188, Page 200, RegisterĂs Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above. The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record. The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorneyďż˝s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Citizens National Bank, by the grantors; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 23rd day of February, 2010. _ THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 February 26, March 5& 12, 2010

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Estate of LAURA COWAN COOPER Late of Sevier County, Tennessee

Estate of WILBUR “BILL” HOPPER Late of Sevier County, Tennessee

Notice is Hereby Given that on the 11 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of ERICA DAWN H. BECKER deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the County Court Clerk of Sevier County, Tennessee.

Notice is Hereby Given that on the 17 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of LAURA COWAN COOPER deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the County Court Clerk of Sevier County, Tennessee.

Notice is Hereby Given that on the 11 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of WILLIAM “BILL” HOPPER 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.

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once.

This 11 day of February, 2010.

This 17 day of February, 2010.

This 11 day of February, 2010.

(Signed) Donald B. Roe Administrator

(Signed) David A. Cooper Administrator

Estate of ERICA DAWN H. BECKER

Estate of LAURA COWAN COOPER

By:Donald B. Roe Attorney

By:Wayne R. Kramer Attorney

By: Joe Keener County Clerk

02/26/2010 03/05/2010 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of SYLVIA N. BUTLER Late of Sevier County, Tennessee

Notice is Hereby Given that on the 19 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of SYLVIA N. BUTLER deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the County Court Clerk of Sevier County, Tennessee.

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 19 day of February, 2010. (Signed) N. Marie Butler Executor Estate of SYLVIA N. BUTLER By:none Attorney By: Joe Keener County Clerk 02/26/2010 03/05/2010

02/26/2010 03/05/2010 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MARY ELIZABETH HODGE Late of Sevier County, Tennessee Notice is Hereby Given that on the 16 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of MARY ELIZABETH HODGE 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. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 16 day of February, 2010. (Signed) Geraldine H. Burchfiel Administrator Estate of MARY ELIZABETH HODGE By:Douglas S. Yates Attorney By: Joe Keener County Clerk 02/26/2010 03/05/2010

(Signed) Lawrence Yeager Executor Estate of WILLIAM “BILL” HOPPER By:Jerry H. McCarter Attorney By: Joe Keener County Clerk 02/26/2010 03/05/2010 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of LONNIE DALE HOWARD Late of Sevier County, Tennessee Notice is Hereby Given that on the 12 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of LONNIE DALE HOWARD 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. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 12 day of February, 2010. (Signed) Brenda Williams Administrator Estate of LONNIE DALE HOWARD By:none Attorney By: Joe Keener County Clerk 02/26/2010 03/05/2010

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The Sevier County Highway Department will receive bids on the following item until 10:00am on Tuesday, March 9, 2010. Bids will be opened at 10:00am on the same date, but will be awarded at a later date. Bids should be submitted to the Road Superintendent’s Office, 125 Court Avenue, Room 304E, Sevierville, TN 37862. Section 414Emulsified Asphalt Slurry Seal and Micro-Surfacing All materials must meet T.D.O.T. standards and be bid per square yard in place. All Bids must be submitted on a official bid sheet. Bid prices effective from March 1, 2010 until March 1, 2011. The above bids must be SEALED AND CLEARLY MARKED “BID” on the outside of the envelope. The Sevier County Highway Department Purchasing Committee reserves the right to reject any/or all bids. Specifications may be obtained at the Sevier County Highway Department, 125 Court Avenue, Room 304E, Sevierville, TN 37862. This 24th day of February 2010. Jonas Smelcer Sevier County Road Superintendent 02/28/2010 03/03/2010 03/05/2010

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Estate of WILMA E. HUFF Late of Sevier County, Tennessee Notice is Hereby Given that on the 11 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of WILMA E. HUFF 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. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 11 day of February, 2010.

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Classifieds. NOTICE OF HOME GRANT APPLICATION CITY OF SEVIERVILLE, TENNESSEE

City of Sevierville is submitting a 2010 HOME grant application that will request funding for housing rehabilitation within the City limits. The Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) administers the federally funded home program to promote the production, preservation, and rehabilitation of house for low and very low-income households. This program provides funds to cities, counties, non-proﬁt organizations, and Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOS). Applications must request a minimum of $100,000 in HOME funds, with a maximum grant award of $500,000. Grant applications are due on March 12, 2010, and the THDA anticipates notiﬁcation of successful applicants in May, 2010.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, on the 30th day of October, 2006, by Deed of Trust recorded in Deed Book 2658, Page 786 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, SANA C. SANCREEK-KELCHNER and husband, CALVIN L. KELCHNER, SR., did convey in trust to TOWN AND COUNTRY TITLE CORPORATION,, Trustee, the hereinafter described real estate to secure payment of a promissory note in the original principal amount of Two Hundred Forty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($240,000.00) and other obligations, said debts and obligations being more particularly described in said trust deed, and WHEREAS, EASTMAN CREDIT UNION, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust appointed EVAN E. HAUSER as Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Book 3487, Page 802-803 in the Registerís Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, default has been made in the payment of said indebtedness, the same being now past-due and the entire amount thereof having been declared due and payable in accordance with the terms of said note and deed of trust, and NOW, THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the authority vested in me, I will on the 12th day of March, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., offer for sale and sell at the front door of the Sevier County Court House (Court Street entrance) in Sevierville, Tennessee, to the last, highest, and best bidder for cash in hand, the following described real estate to-wit: SITUATED in the Sixth (6th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being Tract 1R of the Lillie E. Teaster Property as shown on Large Map 2, page 60, in the Registerís Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pin set at a common corner between Tract 2 and Tract 1R, 190 feet southeast from Manis Road along the northern boundary of the 25-foot-right-of-way easement to the property, the Point of BEGINNING; thence North 34 07í 32î East, 397.92 feet to an iron pin; thence North 01 14í 49î East, 249.57 feet to an iron pin, common corner with Tract 4 of the Lillie E. Teaster Property; thence with property of James Headrick North 82 19í 42î East, 95.47 feet to an iron pin; thence with a common property line with Oakhill Estates South 01 14í 49î West, 828.93 feet to an iron pin at a common corner with Lot 4, Teaster Subdivision; thence North 55 25í 25î West, 362.40 feet to an iron pin, common corners with Lot 1 and Lot 3, Teaster subdivision, thence North 73 07í 41î East, 32.17 feet to an iron pin; thence North 55 52í 28î West, 43.53 feet to an iron pin, the POINT OF BEGINNING, and according to survey of Ronnie L. Sims, 1221 East Ridge Road, Sevierville, Tennessee 37862, and dated January 26, 2000. ALSO CONVEYED HEREWITH is a permanent easement for ingress and egress, subject to the rights of others to Wears Valley Road as more fully described in Deed Book 519, page 135 and shown on plat of record in Map Book 23, page 128, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Sevier County, Tennessee. THE address of the above described property is: 3343 Manis Road Sevierville, TN 37862 This conveyance is made SUBJECT to applicable restrictions, minimum building setback lines, existing easements and all conditions shown of record, if any. The property above described is further conveyed SUBJECT to any and all visible and/or recorded rights of way and easements and SUBJECT to any and all easements and rights-of-way acquired by use and possession, whether visible and/or recorded or not. BEING the same property conveyed to SANA C. SANCREEKKELCHNER and husband, CALVIN L. KELCHNER, SR. from SANA C. SANCREEK-KELCHNER f/k/a SANA C. SANCREEK, by Quit Claim deed dated October 31, 2006, as seen of record at Deed Book 2658, Page 738, in the Registerís Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. See also Deed of record at Deed Book 1583, Page 354, in said Registerís Office. Said sale will be free from the right and equity of redemption, homestead, dower and all other exemptions, the same having been waived in said deed of trust. Said property will be sold subject to all unpaid real estate taxes, and any and all other prior liens and mortgages, if any. The Sevier County property taxes for 2009 are paid in the amount of $845.00. The Sevier County property taxes for 2010 are unpaid. Other interested parties: Eastman Credit Union Tax lien notice: None The right is reserved to adjourn the day of sale to another day certain, without further publication and in accordance with the law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale set forth above. This notice shall be published in The Mountain Press, a newspaper published in Sevier County, Tennessee, on the 19th day of February, 2010, the 26th day of February, 2010, and the 5th day of March, 2010. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED AS A RESULT WILL BE USED FOR THAT EXPRESS PURPOSE ONLY. THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Dated this the 17th day of February, 2010. Evan E. Hauser, Substitute Trustee This Instrument Prepared By: Evan E. Hauser P.O. Box 5005 Knoxville, TN 37928 (865) 696-7956 February 19, 26 and March 5, 2010

Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Construction Loan Deed of Trust, Assignment of Rents, Assignment of Contract Rights, Leases and Security Agreement (Deed of Trust) executed by Halls & Allen LLC, Sammy Hall and wife, Marjorie J. Hall, and H O H, a Tennessee General Partnership, to Dwight B. Grizzell, Trustee, dated May 23, 2007, and recorded in Book 2828, Page 277, as modified by Modification of Deed of Trust of record in Book 3393, Page 224 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Halls & Allen LLC to Mountain National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Mountain National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee of record in Book 3485, Page 93 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee on the 22nd day of March, 2010, at 10:55 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described properties to-wit (which are believed to have street addresses on Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville, TN (Tracts 1 & 3): SITUATE in the Seventh (7th) and Fifth (5th) Civil Districts of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being t wo (2) tracts more particularly described as follows: TRACT ONE: SITUATE in the Seventh (7th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being all of L ot 4 Revised of the Resubdivision of Lot 2R-1 and 4—Property of Minor Etherton, as the same is shown on a plat of record in Map Book P37, Page 88 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which reference is here made for a more particular description. ALSO CONVEYED is an interest the Grantor may have in that Lease Agreement with Ripley Entertainment, Inc. as is more particularly described in Memorandum of Lease dated May 24, 2001 and recorded in Book 1253, Page 744 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. CONVEYED HEREIN AND SUBJECT TO a Joint Use Right of Way deed of record in Book 2817, Page 306 and re-recorded in Book 2821, Page 813, both in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee which grants and conveys a perpetual joint use easement for ingress and egress to and from Winfield Dunn Parkway and the eastern boundary of the subject property. BEING the same property conveyed to Halls & Allen LLC, a Tennessee Limited Liability Company, by deed from Hall & Hall Enterprises, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, dated May 23, 2007 and recorded in Book 2828, Page 273 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Ronni Michele Allen, Ronni Michelle Allen, Ronnie Michele Allen and Ronnie Michelle Allen is one and the same person. Sevier County Tax Map: Map 027, Par. 027.04 TRACT THREE-A 25% INTEREST ONLY IN AND TO THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS: SITUATE in the Fifth (5th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, within the corporate limits of the City of Sevierville, Tennessee and being L ot 6 of Granny’s River Bottom, Phase I, as shown on a plat entitled Granny’s River Bottom, Phase I, Revision,I of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 176 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which reference is here made for a more particular description. THIS CONVEYANCE IS MADE SUBJECT to any and all applicable restrictions, easements, and building setbacks of record in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee including, but not limited to the following: The above described property may not be used for any business engaged in the selling of gasoline or diesel products through January 1, 2023. This prohibited use shall run with the land and be binding upon the Grantees, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns for a period ending January 1, 2023; however, the Grantors herein do not subject the above described property to the Reciprocal Easement Agreement by and between Three B Partners, a Tennessee General Partnership and Lowe’s Home Center, Inc. dated January 28, 1998, of record in Right-of-Way Book 16, Page 258 in the Register’s Office for Sevier county, Tennessee, the subject property being conveyed prior to the recordation of such Reciprocal Easement Agreement. THIS CONVEYANCE IS MADE SUBJECT to the notes, restrictions, easements and building setbacks, as shown on plats of record in Large Map Book 1, Page 176 and Map Book 28, Page 177 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. BEING A 25% UNDIVIDED INTEREST ONLY of the property conveyed to H O H, a Tennessee General Partnership, having as its sole general partners, Jodi C. Ohman, Joe Ohman, Ralph R. Hamlin, Jeffrey Hamlin and Sammy Hall, also known as Samuel R. Hall and wife, Marjorie Jaclyn Hall, by deed from Jodi C. Ohman, Joe Ohman, Ralph R. Hamlin, Jeffrey Hamlin and Sammy Hall, a/k/a Samuel R. Hall and wife, Marjorie Jaclyn Hall, dated February 28, 2000 and recorded in Book 1035, Page 210 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Sevier County Tax Map: Map 049G, Grp. C, Par. 006.00 The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above. John Parker, Sr. may assert an interest in some or all of the abovedescribed properties and has been notified of this sale. The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record. The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorney’s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Mountain National Bank, by the grantors; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 23rd day of February, 2010.

THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 Feb. 26, March 5 and 12, 2010

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of RONALD WADE KING Late of Sevier County, Tennessee

Notice is Hereby Given that on the 12 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of RONALD WADE KING deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the County Court Clerk of Sevier County, Tennessee.

All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 12 day of February, 2010. (Signed) Karen McMahan Administrator

NOTICE On March 10, 2009 at 10:00 am at 324 Wears Valley Rd. Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Pigeon Forge Storage will sell, to the highest and last bidder, the contents of the following units to satisfy delinquent rents King, C E-11 G-14 Armstrong, D L-33 Banks/Parker A-15 Billie, U L-22 Brown, R D-11 Burress, M A-10 Cheek, T H-52 H-53 H-54 Collett, A I-06 Daniel, J C-07 Gallent, T B-01 B-02 Hill, M J-15 J-16 Huff, M A-37 Huggins, R B-53 Lee, J E-04 May, S G-20 McKnight, L D-01 D02 H-27 H-28 Moore, C K-05 Morales, B K-15 L21 Newman, P H-37 Roberts, S J-30 Spears, S D-18 Turner, A K-16 Weidner, P L-08 Wisby, T J-09 02-26-10 03-05-10

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Notice is Hereby Given that on the 11 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of LAVANA SIMS 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 tripli-

LEGALS cate 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. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 11 day of February, 2010. (Signed) Johnny Sims Executor Estate of LAVANA SIMS By:none Attorney By: Joe Keener County Clerk 02/26/2010 03/05/2010

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of TOMMY LEE WEBB Late of Sevier County, Tennessee Notice is Hereby Given that on the 12 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of TOMMY LEE WEBB 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. All persons indebted to the above Estate must come forward and make proper settlement with the undersigned at once. This 12 day of February, 2010. (Signed) Susan Webb Executor Estate of TOMMY LEE WEBB By:none Attorney

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Credit Line Deed of Trust (Deed of Trust) executed by Sammy Hall and wife, Marjorie J. Hall, to Dwight B. Grizzell, Trustee, dated January 14, 2008, and recorded in Book 2996, Page 527, as modified by Modification of Credit Line Deed of Trust of record in Book 3393, Page 219 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Sammy Hall and wife, Marjorie J. Hall, to Mountain National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Mountain National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee of record in Book 3485, Page 95 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee on the 22nd day of March, 2010, at 10:45 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described properties to-wit (which is believed to have a street address of 328 Smokey View Drive, Kodak, TN 37764 SITUATE in the Eighth (8th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee and being L ot 5R of Smokey Vista, as shown by plat of record in Plat Map 33, Page 54 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat reference is here made for a more particular description. SUBJECT to restrictions, reservations and easements of record in Misc. Book 51, Page 653 and Misc. Book 170, Page 197, and as amended by restrictive covenants of record in Misc. Book 245, Page 353, all in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. ALSO SUBJECT to any and all applicable restrictions, easements and building setback lines as are shown in the records of the said Register’s Office. BEING the same property conveyed to Sammy Hall and wife, Marjorie J. Hall, as tenants by the entirety, by deed from Robert L. Dekker and wife, Voncile Dekker, dated February 21, 2002 and recorded in Book 1395, Page 683 in the Register’s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee. Sevier County Tax Map: Map 018A, Grp. D, Par. 005.00 The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above. The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record. The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorney’s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Mountain National Bank, by the grantors; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 23rd day of February, 2010.

THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 Feb. 26, March 5 and 12, 2010

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Travis Towing LLC ADDRESS: 229 E Mount Rd CITY: Kodak STATE: TN ZIP CODE: 37764 865-932-0094 03/05/2010 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JAY KEMP WILLIAMS Late of Sevier County, Tennessee Notice is Hereby Given that on the 11 day of FEB 2010,Letters Testamentary, of Administration, in respect to the Estate of JAY KEMP WILLIAMS 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.

Notice to the Public that the contents stored in Unit #27 at Downtown Self-Storage at 218 E. Bruce St, Sevierville, TN 37862 will be sold pursuant to TN Warehouseman Lien Statutes and Common Law Rights to satisfy the debt for nonpayment of rental. This sale will occur on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 10:30 am at Downtown SelfStorage, 218 E. Bruce St, Sevierville, TN 37862. 1. Sonia Crews-Foster of Gatlinburg, TN. Contents of 1 vault of personal items will be sold. Downtown SelfStorage reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 03/03/2010 03/04/2010 03/05/2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THAT WHEREAS, by Deed of Trust dated August 13, 2008, of record in the Registerís Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, in Instrument Book 3172, page 216, Preferred Builders, Inc., did convey in Trust to Dennis Michael Robertson, Trustee, the tract of land hereinafter described to secure the payment of a promissory note in the original amount of $300,000.00, being modified with indebtedness being increased to $453,000.00, †same being payable as set out in said Deed of Trust, being incorporated by reference, and recorded in the Sevier County Registerís Office, and, WHEREAS, Commercial Bank, Harrogate, Tennessee, is the owner and holder of the note aforesaid secured by the Deed of Trust aforesaid, and, WHEREAS, said Deed of Trust provides that in the event of default in the payment of said note when due, the entire indebtedness shall become due and payable, and, WHEREAS, default has been made in the payment of said note and the holder has declared the entire amount due and payable and has instructed the trustee to foreclose on said Deed of Trust. NOW, THEREFORE, by virtue of authority to me vested as trustee of said instrument, I will on the 8th day of March, 2010, offer for sale, and sell on the front steps of the Sevier County Courthouse, in Sevierville, Tennessee, at the hour of 10:30 a.m. to the last, highest, and best bidder for cash in hand, and in bar of the equity of redemption, the following described tract of land: Situated in the Ninth (9th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being all of Lot Eight (8) of Hidden Ranches, Phase 1, as the same appears on a plat of record in Large Map Book 8, page 141, in the Registerís Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to which plat specific reference is hereby made for a more particular legal description. This conveyance is made subject to all applicable restrictions, easements, and building setback lines recorded on the plat, and to the protective and restrictive covenants recorded in I/B 2956, page 317. Property address: 928 Hidden Ranch Way Seymour, Tennessee This notice is published in accordance with said Deed of Trust on the 12th, 19th, and 26th day of February, and the 5th day of March, 2010, in the Mountain Press. Dated: January 6, 2010 Dennis Michael Robertson, Trustee P.O. Box 678 Harrogate, Tennessee 37752 423-869-0520 February 12, 19 , 26 and March 5, 2010

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Deed of Trust executed by Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon L. Daugherty, to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, dated September 29, 2006, and recorded in Book 2630, Page 204, as modified by Modification of Note and Deed of Trust of record in Book 3099, Page 499, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Carl and Sharon Daugherty to Citizens National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Citizens National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee recorded in Book 3495, Page 293 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee, on the 22nd day of March, 2010, at 10:25 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described property to wit (which is believed to have a street address of 415 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738 SITUATED in District No. Eleven (11) of Sevier County, Tennessee, within the corporate limits of the City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows, to-wit: BEGINNING at an iron pin in the western right-of-way of the Parkway (U.S. Highway 441) and in the western edge of a sidewalk, and also marking a common corner with property of Stuart John Phillips Tract No. 1 of Rebecca A. Oakley Trust Estate Property; thence from said point of beginning and with the common line with the Stuart John Phillips property, South 74 deg. 10 min. West, 95 feet located at waters edge of Little Pigeon River; thence with Little Pigeon River, North 09 deg. 36 min. East, 130.63 feet to an iron pin located at waters edge of Little Pigeon River; thence leaving the Little Pigeon River, North 85 deg. 00 min. East, 43.66 feet to an iron pin located in the western edge of the sidewalk and in the western right-of-way of the Parkway (U.S. Highway 441); thence with said right-of-way along a curve to the left concave southeasterly having a radius of 704.07 feet and an arc distance of 110.15 feet and a chord bearing of South 15 deg. 42 min. East to the point of BEGINNING, containing 7,852.0 square feet, more or less, as shown on survey of George E. Dunn of Rebecca A. Oakley Trust Estate, dated October 3, 1982, consisting of Tract No. 2 of the Rebecca A. Oakley Trust Estate. BEING the same property conveyed to Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon Daugherty, by deed from McIntosh Properties, LLC, dated 9/29/06, and of record in Book 2630, Page 201, in the Sevier County, Tennessee, Register of Deeds Office. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above.The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record.The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorney s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Citizens National Bank, by the grantors; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 23rd day of February, 2010.

THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 February 26, March 5 & 12, 2010

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that by authority of a Deed of Trust executed by Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon L. Daugherty, to M. Coppley Vickers, Trustee, dated December 15, 2005, and recorded in Book 2425, Page 602, as modified by Modification of Note and Deed of Trust of record in Book 3070, Page 118, in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, to secure the indebtedness due from Carl and Sharon Daugherty to Citizens National Bank, which has become due and payable by virtue of default in the Deed of Trust on the property hereinafter described; and Citizens National Bank, the true and lawful owner and holder of said indebtedness, having exercised its option to declare the indebtedness due and payable and having made demand for foreclosure pursuant to the Deed of Trust; I, the undersigned, acting under the authority of the Deed of Trust, by virtue of appointment as substitute trustee recorded in Book 3495, Page 295 in the Register s Office for Sevier County, Tennessee, will be at the front door of the Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Avenue, Sevierville, Tennessee, on the 22nd day of March, 2010, at 10:15 a.m. to sell to the highest bidder for cash in bar of all rights waived by said Deed of Trust, the following described property to wit (which is believed to have a street address of 431 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738 SITUATED in the Eleventh (11th) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, within the City of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, being the River Park Motel property located on the west side of the Parkway (U.S. Highway 441), being more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pin in the western edge of the Parkway right of way; thence South 69 deg 20 min West 128 feet to the center of the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River; thence with the river, North 45 deg 45 min West 104 feet; thence North 06 deg 53 min East 82.51 feet; thence North 79 deg 22 min East 31.40 feet to an iron pin on the east bank of the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River; thence continuing North 79 deg 22 min East 113.60 feet to an iron pin in the Western edge of the Parkway right of way; thence with the western edge of the Parkway right of way, South 17 deg 06 min East 142.35 feet to the point of BEGINNING; and, BEING the same property conveyed to Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon Daugherty, by deed from Carl H. Daugherty, Sr. (single), individually and as Executor and sole heir of the Estate of Brenda Jean Daugherty, dated May 28, 1998, of record in Warranty Deed Book 627, Page 48, Registerís Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. For further reference see Quitclaim Deed from River Park Associates, a Tennessee General Partnership, to Carl H. Daugherty, Jr. and wife, Sharon Daugherty, dated December 14, 2005, of record in Book 2425, Page 599, Registerís Office, Sevier County, Tennessee. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day and time certain, without further publication and in accordance with law, upon announcement of such adjournment on the day and at the time and place of sale as set forth above. The above-described property will be sold subject to unpaid taxes, prior deeds of trust, all easements and restrictions, the rights of tenants in possession of said premises, if any, prior claims, or matters of record. The proceeds of the sale will be applied first to discharge the costs and charges of executing this trust, including attorney s fees; next, to all indebtedness remaining unpaid and secured thereby, including all indebtedness owing to Citizens National Bank, by the grantors; and next, the balance, if any, shall be paid to those legally entitled thereto. This 23rd day of February, 2010. THOMAS H. DICKENSON Substitute Trustee Hodges, Doughty & Carson P. O. Box 869 Knoxville, Tennessee 37901 (865) 292-2307 February 26, March 5 & 12, 2010

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the debts and obligations secured to be paid by that certain Deed of Trust executed on March 6, 2008, by Sherry A. Ogle to Robert M. Wilson Jr., Trustee, as same appears of record in the Registerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, under Book 3043, Page 765, (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deed of Trustâ&#x20AC;?); and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest of said Deed of Trust was last transferred and assigned to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP; and WHEREAS, BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, the current owner and holder of said Deed of Trust, (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Owner and Holderâ&#x20AC;?), appointed the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., as Substitute Trustee by instrument filed for record in the Registerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee, with all the rights, powers and privileges of the original Trustee named in said Deed of Trust; and NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable as provided in said Deed of Trust by the Owner and Holder, and that the undersigned, Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, or his duly appointed attorneys or agents, by virtue of the power and authority vested in him, will on Thursday, March 25, 2010, commencing at 2:00 PM at the steps of the Main entrance of the Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, Tennessee, proceed to sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described property situated in Sevier County, Tennessee, to wit: SITUATED in the 12th (Twelfth) Civil District of Sevier County, Tennessee, and being a 13.51 acre tract and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an old iron pin in the Southern boundary line of property owned by Raulston, also being a common corner to the land owned by Bailey, thence from said point of beginning, with the line of Raulston, South 85 deg. 21 min. 48 sec. East 539.04 feet to a new iron pin; thence South 84 deg. 00 min. 43 sec. East, 821.87 feet to a new iron pin, a common corner to the land of Mary Hillard; thence with the line of Hillard, North 83 deg. 08 min 01 sec. East 257.00 feet to an old iron pin, a common corner to the land of D. Hillard; thence with the line of D. Hillard, North 76 deg. 25 min. 26 sec. East 107.40 feet to an old iron pin, a common corner to the land of Pilgrim; thence with the line of Pilgrim, South 01 deg. 40 min. West 375.00 feet to a new iron pin, a common corner to a 12,674 acre tract; thence with the line of said 12.674 acre tract, North 05 deg. 34 min 03 sec. West, 210.12 feet to an old iron pin; thence North 07 deg. 36 min 32 sec. West 183.92 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING and containing 13.451 acres, more or less, according to the survey of Eddie R. Garrett, Surveyor, TR 4 Shady Grove, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871, dated 2/11/1991 and entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Survey for Sherry Pilgrimâ&#x20AC;?. TOGETHER WITH a right of way for ingress to and egress from the property to Hillard Lane, as said right of way is set out in right of way deed by Wanda Pilgrim, et al, to Teddy D. Ogle, et ux, dated 3/261997 of record in ROW Book 15, Page 136, Register s Office, Sevier County, Tennessee, to which Instrument specific is hereby made for a more particular description of said right of way. LESS AND EXCEPT that portion of the property conveyed to Robert S. Talbott by Warranty Deed from Sherry A. Ogle, unmarried, formerly Sherry A. Pilgrim dated 7/17/2007 of record as Book 2872, Page 652, in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee. Being the same property conveyed to Teddy D. Ogle and wife, Sherry A. Ogle by deed from Velma Lee Loven dated 7/19/1996 of record as book D576, Page 437, in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee. Also being the same property conveyed to Sherry A. Ogle by Quit Claim Deed from Teddy D. Ogle dated 9/12/2005 of record as Book 2341, Page 772, in the Register s Office of Sevier County, Tennessee. Property Address: 4831 Hillard Lane, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

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PROPERTY ADDRESS: 508 Asa Street Sevierville, TN 37876 CURRENT OWNER(S): Jeffery Whaley & Stephanie Whaley The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. This sale is also subject to the right of redemption by the INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE U.S. TREASURY, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 7425(d)(1) by reason of the following tax lien(s) of record in: Book 3482, Page 406. Notice of the sale has been given to the Internal Revenue Service in accordance with 26 U.S.C. 7425(b). SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: SunTrust Mortgage Inc.; SunTrust Bank; Blalock Lumber Company, LP dba Blalock Ready Mix; 2 Judgments in favor of 84 Lumber Company; Commerce & Industry Insurance Company OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower 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. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 4831 Hillard Lane, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871 CURRENT OWNER(S): Sherry A. Ogle The sale of the above-described property shall be subject to all matters shown on any recorded plan; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements or set-back lines that may be applicable; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. SUBORDINATE LIENHOLDERS: N/A OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: N/A All right and equity of redemption, statutory or otherwise, homestead, and dower 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. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o LDWatts Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 432.1002294TN Web Site: www.jflegal.com <http://www.jflegal.com>

Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee c/o LDWatts Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 (ext. ) File No.: 221.0816864TN February 19, 26 & March 5, 2010

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

K.T.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar & Grill now hiring servers. Apply in person after 2 p.m., Tanger Outlet Mall.

We are seeking friendly, honest and dedicated Associates. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hiring full & part time Associates. We offer a fun & respectful work environment and an excellent compensation plan including: Great starting hourly wages; Flexible scheduling; 401K, Health insurance and Direct deposit plans available; Generous Christmas bonus; Advancement opportunities; Ongoing training; Free family admission to all company attractions. Please apply in person at The Big Castle, Monday-Friday 10am6pm. MagiQuest, 2491 Parkway, Pigeon Forge. Must be 16 to apply. EOE 238 HOTEL/MOTEL Assistant Executive Housekeeper MasterCorp seeks experienced Assistant Executive Housekeeper. 2+ yrs hskp mgt exp in a hotel/resort; Excellent benefits package offered; Salary commensurate with exp. Apply in person Wyndham Smoky Mountain Resort Housekeeping Office; 308 Collier Dr, Sevierville, TN. No calls please. Best Western Zoderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn, 402 Parkway, Gatlinburg hiring Housekeepers. Drug Free Work Place. Excellent Starting Pay. Apply in person. No phone calls please. Best Western Zoderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn, 402 Parkway, Gatlinburg. Desk Clerk Position. 3 p.m.-11 p.m. shift. Part time 3 to 5 days per week. Excellent starting pay. Apply in person. No phone calls please. Clarion Inn Willow River now hiring Experienced Room Attendants and Housemen. Apply in person 1990 Winfield Dunn Parkway (Hwy 66) Sevierville. Executive Housekeeper MasterCorp seeks experienced Executive Housekeeper for the Gatlinburg area. 5+ yrs hskp mgt exp in a hotel/resort; Excellent benefits pkg offered; Salary commensurate with exp. Fax resume and salary history to 866-8073910.

OPEN HOUSE: Now hiring. On the spot interviews Mon.Thurs. 2-4; All positions. Good references req. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., 900 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN. 244 RETAIL SALES Now Hiring Top Sales People & Quality Retail Sales Associates for Lilyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s As Seen on TV Store. Full-Time. Outstanding Customer Service Skills and Professional Sales ability needed. Flexibility & Dependability including Evenings & Weekends. Growth Opportunity. Vacation Pay. Employee Discount. Apply in person at 1985 Winfield Dunn Pkwy., Sevierville. 247 MAINTENANCE Skilled maintenance person with â&#x20AC;&#x153;jack of all tradesâ&#x20AC;? experience needed. Full time position, benefits. Apply in person at 652 Wears Valley Road or call 774-0059. 249 RESERVATIONIST Looking for experienced Reservationist for fast paced rental office. Aunt Bugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cabin Rentals 908-4948. 250 BARBER/BEAUTY

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Garage Sale Fri & Sat March 5-6 8am4pm 3070 Shaconage Trail Shaconage Sub. just past Walters State. T.V, bakers rack, framed art, glassware, mens & womens clothing, much, much more.

590 APPLIANCES Maytag Washer & Dryer, excellent cond. $300. Call 865286-9705.

Sofa, 2 chairs, 2 ottomans $350; 2 end tables $30; 2 lg. dog houses $30 ea., dog kennel $50; day bed $30; full bed w/rails $25; 428-3382.

693 ROOMS FOR RENT

592 WANTED TO BUY

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

436-4471 or 621-2941

605 BUSINESS RENTALS 1500 SF office space/ 1500 sf warehouse space. $1500/mo 2 miles from pkwy. 865-573-6859.

ROOMS FOR RENT Weekly Low Rates $95.00 + tax 436-5179 Greystone Rentals Red Carpet Inn 349 East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN

DOWNTOWN SEVIERVILLE 428 Park Rd.

near trolley stop

Includes All Utilities. Free Wi-Fi, Cable, Laundry, Kitchens, Clean Rooms, NO PETS.

800-359-8913 696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

OfďŹ ce & Storage Space for Lease (WY s %AST 'ATLINBURG

850-2487

Prime Retail Space For Rent In Pigeon Forge Parkway with Frontage 1000sf

386-1655 Businesses for lease: Restaurant 80+ seating + some outside seating. Turnkey ready to open. $1500/mo. Country Store for lease. Turnkey ready to open. $1500/mo. 2BR/2BA Upstairs Apartment for lease. $900/mo. 631 Ski Mtn. Rd. Gatlinburg. Lots of parking. Call 305992-0814. Info at mojitosinthemountains.com Office space, retail showroom & warehouse. 1200-6400 SF, Sev. area. Call 865-388-5455. Shop & Booth space for rent/sale on the Pkwy. in downtown Gatlinburg. 865607-1623 Shop for rent, Hemlock Village, Arts & Crafts Trail, Gat. 865-436-6777. 610 DUPLEX FOR RENT Duplex for rent: Big River Overlook, Sevierville 2BR 1BA W/D hkup. $500/mo $500 dep 1 yr lease. 4280731 leave msg.

2/2 Townhome $

645/mo.

Some pets ok. Call for pet policy. 865-908-6789

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN SEVIERVILLE 2 bedroom 1.5 bath townhomes Call 428-5161 $495 mth. Water/Sewer incl. Great mtn views from patio. 908-2062.

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Spacious & Quiet! 2 BR / 2 BA Apts. for Rent in Wears Valley From $650/mo. 12 Mo. Lease Pets Allowed (865) 329-7807 Light 6, P/Forge Duplex, 2 Br / 1 Ba, All Appls, W/D, Lg. Family Room, Wood Floors

$550 mo. 1st/last/Dep/No Pets

865-898-7925

Includes Phone, Color TV, Wkly Housekeeping Micr./Frig. Available $169.77+

Family Inns West Pigeon Forge 865-453-4905

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696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1BR Apt. near Gat. W/D, DW, $495 mth or $150 week + dep. 556-1929.

Best mountain & city views. Immaculate! Downtown Sevierville 2/1.5, New ceramic tile and new carpet. $575 monthly. $305 security deposit. 366-4601.

2BR 1BA Fridge, stove, dishwasher, W/D hkup. $575 924-4761. 2BR 2BA triplex PF. 2BR apt Sev. No pets. Clean & convenient. 453-5079.

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697 CONDO RENTALS Gatlinburg: 2BR/2BA, Furn. W/D; $875/ mo. Inc. water/cable & HBO, Pool; F/P; NO pets. 865323-0181. 698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS

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. APT FOR RENT IN KODAK: Deposit Call Barbara 865368-5338 Beautiful Newly redecorated 2BR 1BA. Sevierville $550, $400 dep. 712-0254. CROSSCREEK 2BR/1.5BA $545 2BR/2BA Large Garden apartment $570.00 to $580.00 865-429-4470 GATLINBURG Trolley rt. 2BR, furn. or unfurn. No pets. 865-621-3015. 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 Newly renovated apt. in the heart of Pigeon Forge near Patriot Park w/access to Trolley station. $595/mo, 1st & last mon. w/$500 sec. dep. due at signing. Free cable & internet incl. Tenant must supply elect. & water before moving in. 865-385-9690. Nice res. area off Hwy 66 2BR 2BA Furn/unfurn. with utilities & laundry. Pets welcome. 1 yr lease $875. 865774-3553

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

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

Chalet Village Home for rent monthly. 6 month lease min. 423-562-2000.

Sevierville

Call 428-5161

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

1 & 2 BR UNITS 2

Bedroom mobile home. $450.00 month. $500.00 deposit. References required. Call 428-4242

2BR 2BA trailer $600 mth, 1st & last required. Absolutely no pets! 429-4574 or 453-8243.

1100 Sq. Ft. House. 1BR + loft. Beautiful view near Pigeon Forge. $825/mo., $500 deposit. 865-6966900.

1BR log cabin for rent. $500 mth. 865599-6681

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

NICE, CLEAN IN KODAK

4 BD / 2 BA + GARAGE 4 MILES FROM EXIT 407 $950/MONTH + DEPOSIT. NO PETS. 865-712-5238 3BR 2BA Overlooking PF. Fully furn. Jac, Fp, very clean, new Carpet, 2 car gar. 1st, last dam. 865-755-5325 o/a

2/2 Townhome $

645/mo.

Some pets ok. Call for pet policy. 865-908-6789

Small house on Parkway for lease. Great for small business. With living quarters.

850-2487

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

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3BR/2BA Garage/basement Swimming Pool

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699 HOME RENTALS

RIVERWALK 1BR/1BA TO 2BR/2BA $545.00 to $695.00 865-429-2962

693 ROOMS FOR RENT

Weekly Rentals

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

2 Rm Eff. near Old Mill in PF. $140 weekly. Dam. req. Util incl. 250-7740

Motorcycle luggage trailer. Please call 776-3388

Different sizes for lease

NASCAR TICKETS for sale. March Bristol Races. 2 tickets for each race in the Earnhardt section. Molded seats w/armrests. Face value 850-9987 Evening

Fairfield Inn & Suites in Gatlinburg now hiring for Continental Breakfast Attendant. Please apply in person at 168 Parkway, Gat. Four Seasons Motor Lodge in Gatlinburg hiring 2nd Shift Desk Clerk. Apply in person.

555 GARAGE & YARD SALES

in Sevierville Pet Friendly

EFFICIENCIES All Utilities Included

Wears Valley 1BD/1.5BA Pet Friendly

PIGEON FORGE luxury condo 2BR/2BA all extras

Seymour area: 3BR/2BA, water & sewer furnished. $700/mo. + $400 damage dep. No pets. Call 865-6542519.

Large 3 level 3BR, 2.5 Bath near PF/Gat. $1050/mo. 805804-0590. NEW 2BR 2BA house. $550 mth. 865654-0221

Wears Valley Log Cabin 2BR 2BA, fireplace, H/A. $700 + dep. 453-1377 HUD PUBLISHERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

865-774-5919 2BR, hardwood floors, brick, new roof, lg. yard, outside pets ok. Full basement, $750/mo. 1st & last plus damage. Kodak. 865-933-4380 leave message. 3BR 1BA House $850, 2BR 2BA $725 in Sevierville 865256-4809 or 865654-6042 3BR/2.5BA, Fireplace, fenced back yard., CH/A, $825/mo., 1st, last rent + $250 damage dep. Non-smoking. No pets. 865-6545002. 3BR/2BA Boyds Creek area. $850 month. 865-368-1659 or 865-209-2201. 3BR/2BA w/FP, very near Sev. city limits, $750/mo., $750 dep. Credit check. 865-254-0678. 4BR 3BA $1000 mth 2610 Surftide Dr in Dandridge off Exit 407. Near Dam, lake view. 865405-1478. Belle Meadows 4BR/2BA 2 car garage 2200 sq ft +/$1,200 per month 865-429-2962 Brand new 4BR/2.5BA home for lease. Lakeside Estates. Call for more information & pictures. $1200/mo. 865250-0212.

829 MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

1999 REDMAN 16X80, 3/2 Vinyl sided, shingled roof in great cond. 17,500 firm cash. Call 865-258-3602.

HOME SHOW MARCH 11,12, & 13th at The Smokies Stadium 21 Homes on display FOR SPECIAL OFFERS

453-7523 831 MOBILE HOME PARK LOTS

RV Sites starting from $285 & UP on

Indian Camp Creek Monthly or Yearly Rentals. Utilities & wiďŹ Bathhouse & Laundromat Furn Near the Park Off Hwy 321 850-2487

Duplex Large 2+2 Like new. Has it all. Yard kept. No pets. 205 Hicks Dr by BankEast. $700 mth 453-4537 c 406-1456 Home In Kodak 3BR/2BA with 2 car garage. Stove, fridge DW & W/D conn New carpet Approx 1250 sq ft $895.00 865-429-4470

TWO ESTATE

908 ATV SALES

2000 Grizzly 4 Wheeler, 600, 4 wheel drive. Good condition. $2,000. 9080584 or 712-4228.

SATURDAY, MARCH 20th, 2010

RAIN OR SHINE ON SITE

KODAK, TN. NEAR I-40 EXIT 407 SALE #1 @ 10:30 AM: COURT ORDERED AUCTION (Docket No. 08-11-3896) SARRAH E. HENDERSON ESTATE. Brick home on 1.8 Âą acre lot located at 311 Hardin Rd., Kodak , TN. Nice level yard with shrubs, trees & Storage building. Approx. 1000 Sq. Ft. one-level home is livable, but needs work. Great location only 1.5 mi. from Bass Pro Shops & Exit 407. Ideal starter home or rental. You may get a good buy in this market.

SALE #2 @ 11:30 AM: GLADYS FORGETY ESTATE. Personal Property Only. To be sold from 148 Old Dandridge Pike, New Market, TN. Nice furniture, some antiques, tools & more. Most items are in very good condition. See additional photos at mccarterauction.com Hoosier Cabinet, Butcher Block Dining Table, Matching Twin Beds, Daybed, End / Coffee Tables, Refrigerator, Microwave, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Barristerâ&#x20AC;? Bookcase, Antique Pedal Singer Sewing Machine, Wood Dining Table w/ 8 Chairs, 2 leaf extensions, Maytag Washer & Dryer, Dishes, some antique glassware, Metal Shelves, Cedar Chest, Ladder Back Chairs, Quilt/Clothes Rack, Various Hand Tools, Wrenches, Bolt Cutters, 4â&#x20AC;? Vise, Work Cabinet, Hedge Trimmer, Electric Grill, Various Wood Tables, Metal Cabinet, Cane Back Rocker, Matching Sofa & Loveseat, Oak Oval Dining Tablew/chairs, Wing Back Chairs, Floor Lamps, Bookcase, Computer Desk, Dell Dimensions 3000 Computerw/Monitor, Dell Printer, Zenith TV, Oak Sofa Table, Wooden Curio Cabinet w/glass Shelving, Framed Prints, Queen Brass Bed, Antique Folding Chairs, RCA TV, Pro Form Treadmill, 4 piece Bedroom Suite, Propane Grill, Smoker Charcoal Grill, Patio Furniture, Wood Picnic Table

OPEN HOUSE: Friday, March 19th, 4:00 PM. til dark & Saturday before sale. 10% BUYERS PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO EACH SUCCESSFUL BID. DIRECTIONS: SALE 1 FROM I-40 EXIT 407 GO NORTH 1 MI. TURN LEFT OFF SNYDER RD. ONTO HARDIN ROAD. GO 0.5 MI. TO AUCTION SITE #1 ON LEFT. SALE 2 FROM HARDIN ROAD CONTINUE ON SNYDER RD. 1.6 MI. AND CROSS HWY. 25/70, ASHEVILLE HWY. TAKE HWY. 139 1.7 MI. TO AUCTION SITE #2 ON RIGHT www.McCarterAuction.com sold@mccarterauction.com

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The Mountain Press ◆ Friday, March 5, 2010 Close to Home

Advice

You only fail if you give up on yourself; seek help

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Dear Annie: I am at the end of my rope. I have proved that I am a horrible parent and should never have had kids. I have screwed up my daughter so thoroughly that she will need years of therapy. I hate to argue, but the other day, my 17-year-old daughter and I went back and forth until I exploded at her. A week ago, I did the same with my husband. I went through some abuse as a child and feel it has ruined any chance of my having a connection without sabotaging it. I have tried hard to make things different for my daughter, but I know she will hate me as much as I dislike my own mother. I want to break the cycle and am beginning to think it would be best if I left. I know they would never forgive me, but I am no good for either my child or husband. I will only cause them more pain. My emotions too often get the best of me these days. I cannot afford counseling, but I know I need help. I love my family and don’t want to make them more miserable. — Done Dear Done: The only thing you have done wrong is giving up without seeking help. You have convinced yourself that everything is your fault and can’t be fixed, and you seem terribly depressed. You can afford counseling. Try your local church, hospitals, university psychology departments and graduate school counseling departments; United Way and the YMCA; the American Association of Pastoral Counselors (www.aapc.org) at 9504A Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22031-

2303; The Samaritan Institute (samaritaninstitute.org) at 2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 380, Denver, CO 80222; and the Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (formerly Recovery, Inc.) at lowselfhelpsystems.org, 1-866-221-0302. Dear Annie: My elderly mother-in-law has signed a medical DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) form. My sister-in-law says that means if she finds Mom unresponsive at home, she shouldn’t call 911, because Mom doesn’t want to be revived. I say no. It means once Mom is taken by ambulance to the hospital, the doctors make the determination not to resuscitate her, knowing her wishes by the signed DNR. Wouldn’t not calling 911 be a criminal act? — Scared Daughterin-Law Dear Scared: In some states, your mother-inlaw’s DNR order would not apply to the emergency medical team that responds to a 911 call. If so, they would try to revive her before bringing her to the hospital, at which point it may be too late to honor her wishes not to be resuscitated. Every state is different in regard to the need to call 911 under these circumstances, so please talk to Mom’s doctor to be certain about which procedure to follow when the time comes. Dear Annie: Your

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advice to “Arizona” is right on. Her husband was an abusive drug addict. He finally learned he had underlying mental health issues, and when those were addressed, he stopped abusing drugs. She asked whether she could ever trust him again, and you cautioned her to take things slowly. I have been sober for more than 20 years. It sometimes takes a long time to make the necessary changes, and physical sobriety is but the beginning. When I was six months sober, I suggested to my wife that we celebrate our anniversary with a renewal of our vows. She said, “Let’s wait to see if you are serious about staying sober.” My feelings were hurt, but her reaction was not due to a lack of belief in me, but rather the realization that many start in sobriety but only a few actually stick with it. We waited, I stayed sober, and a couple of years later, we celebrated our 25th anniversary with renewed vows. I know now, as we approach our 45th anniversary, that she was absolutely right to wait. -- Loving Sobriety in California 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.