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Sevier jobless rate over 15%

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Unemployed hope tourism season will bode well for future By DEREK HODGES Staff Writer

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Sevier County’s unemployment rate continued to climb in February, notching up over 15 percent, though the growth in local joblessness has slowed considerably and seems easily blamed on seasonal layoffs. While a massive jump of 4.1 percent between December and

January skyrocketed the figure, it climbed a much more modest 0.5 percent from the first to the second month of 2010, landing at 15.4 according to preliminary Department of Labor and Workforce Development data. The number is just a modest 0.3 percent higher than it was for the same month a year ago. It may seem a like a small victory, but that’s a considerably closer year-

to-year contrast than the area has seen since the ongoing recession really set in. At points the comparison has shown several points difference, a sign that the area was continuing to see considerable job losses. Just one month earlier, the January to January increase was 1.4 percent. Now, though, as economists suggest the economic turmoil is ebbing and the national unem-

ployment figures start to take their first halting steps in a positive direction, it seems Sevier County may be starting to rebound. “I think we are starting to see the end of the recession,” University of Tennessee economist and Tourism Institute Director Steve Morse told The Mountain Press recently. “What will be impor-

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Danielle Hicks, 9 months, and Chole Mejias, 21 months, check out their loot after their first Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Gatlinburg Community Police Program at Mynatt Park.

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Children enjoy an egg-cellent day By JEFF FARRELL Staff writer GATLINBURG — Mynatt Park turned into egg hunter heaven Saturday after the Gatlinburg Community Police Program laid out thousands of eggs for youngsters to find. The organization is made up of city police officers and other vol-

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unteers. It raises money throughout the year for several events, including the Easter Egg hunt and Christmas presents and other materials for local families in need. It is also raising money for a scholarship for Gatlinburg-Pittman High School and for sporting equipment for Pi Beta Phi elementary School. “I hear they hid 7,000 eggs,” said Hillary Griffin as she watched

her child. “It’s awesome. It’s neat for the little ones.” The event also featured free hot dogs and drinks, and visits from mascots of some local attractions. COPP officials said the city helped to organize the event, and several local businesses helped to cover the costs. n jfarrell@themountainpress

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‘When they leave, they’re nicer ...’ Waggoner loves job that brings people much joy By ELLEN BROWN Staff writer GATLINBURG — Joe Waggoner, director of Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens, is proud to work at an attraction that brings so many people joy. “When people step in here, things are a little calmer,” he said. “They’re in a different world. They say, ‘Wow! This is the best thing we’ve seen on our trip.’ When they leave, they’re nicer — at least for a while. I think they have a new perspective on life.” Christ in the Smokies, located on River Road, is definitely not the typical tourist attraction. Formerly the home of Christus Gardens, it presents the story of Christ with life-like wax

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Joe Waggoner, director of Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens in Gatlinburg, stands in front of a statue of Jesus in the gardens, where he says many people like to sit and reflect. figures, beautiful scenery and narration as guests walk through the museum’s theater setting. “It’s a pretty straight presentation of what’s in the Bible,” Waggoner said. “We’re quoting straight from it. It’s an unusually presented

guided tour. It’s hard to explain to someone. We’re doing as many things as we can during the slow time in the winter. We have connections to a lot of churches in the area, and we’re very tickled to be back.” Waggoner had worked

at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Mo., before he decided he’d like to move to the Southeast. He worked as the director of the Lost Sea in Sweetwater for 10 years before an opportuSee NEIGHBOR, Page A4

When producers of The Learning Channel’s “My First Home” searched last year for their latest home buyer to feature, they realized Sevier County’s Judy Smith was perfect. “They liked that she was a single mother, a grandmother and had been an extra in several movies,” said Smith’s daughter, Mickey Bryan. “They also liked my brother, Johnny, in his overalls,” Smith said with a laugh. Realtor Christina McCarter of independently owned Rocky Top Realty thought Smith was a great fit for the TLC show, too — that’s why she suggested they film a video to pitch to the producers. “The show sends out a mass e-mail to all of the brokers,” McCarter explained. “We all submit a story, and Judy immediately came to mind.” Smith’s story of buying her first home — a log cabin on Bear Mountain Lane in Sevierville — will be featured at 11 a.m. April 10 on TLC’s “My First Home.” Smith, a Knoxville native, had moved from Chicago back to Tennessee years ago because she didn’t want to raise her young girls in the city. The single mother had always rented her homes, including the Kodak home she lived in before she moved into the log cabin. “My children were worried I wouldn’t be able to make payments, but you can actually buy a home in Sevier County with little or no money down,” said Smith, who works as a cashier at Walmart. “We looked all over the county with Christina for about three months. My brother, who is disabled and lives with us (Smith and daughter Courtney), had always talked about living in a log cabin.” The cabin that is just minutes from older daughter Bryan and her family turned out to be exactly what they were looking for. “I thought it looked like it belonged in a storybook,” Smith said. Although Smith has See TLC, Page A4

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A year after market hit low, good time to assess prospects Submitted

O’Reilly Auto Parts has opened in Seymour on Chapman Highway.

O’Reilly Auto Parts supports CROSS at Seymour opening Submitted Report SEYMOUR — O’Reilly Auto Parts has opened for business at 10124 Chapman Highway SE. As a part of the grand opening celebration, the store presented Dottie Sollman, president of Christians Reaching Out Serving Seymour Food Ministries, with a check pledging the support of the business to the agency. “I’m from Seymour and so are a lot of my team members. We have heard about all the good things CROSS does for the community and we thought this would be a good way for O’Reilly’s to give back,” said Jason Hollingsworth, store manager. Sollman challenged other Seymour area businesses to follow O’Reilly Auto Parts’ lead. “I encourage all greater Seymour area businesses and their employees to come up with some super creative ways in which they can raise funds for those who are less fortunate,” she said. “Even with an increased awareness throughout the community, our support is just not keeping pace with

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At the grand opening of the store, O’Reilly Auto Parts store manager Jason Hollingsworth presented Christians Reaching Out Serving Seymour Food Ministries president Dottie Sollman with a check. the increased demand for food and financial assistance,” said Sollman. “The number of families CROSS serves is increasing almost daily. Because CROSS operates with 100 percent volunteer labor and keeps administrative expenses as low as pos-

sible, your financial support goes directly back into the community.” Hollingsworth said the new store can be a site for car wash fundraisers. To contact CROSS call 323-4415 or e-mail to crossfoodministry@charter.net.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott opens Pigeon Forge location on Thursday Submitted report PIGEON FORGE — The SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pigeon Forge will open its doors to the public on Thursday at 4 p.m. Located at 120 Christmas Tree Lane, the one-of-a-kind hotel features suites with areas for sleeping, working and relaxing.

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By PATRICK PIDKOWICZ It’s been about a year since stock prices hit their low point during the long bear market. Since then, of course, we’ve seen a big rally, but some of the decisions you made when the market was at its lowest point may still be affecting your portfolio’s performance and prospects. So now that we’ve reached the one-year anniversary of the market bottom, it’s a good time to see where you are today and how you can prepare for tomorrow. In looking back at the market depths of a year ago, it’s important to note that we didn’t get there overnight. In fact, stock indices had fallen about 50 percent since hitting their all-time high in October 2007, which means that investors had gone through a 16-month downturn. Consequently, it’s not surprising that many people, tired of seeing gloomy investment statements month after month, decided to “play it safe” for a while by putting large sums into fixed-rate vehicles such as Certificates of Deposit (CDs). And a lot of those CDs had one-year maturities, which means they’re now coming up for renewal. When you bought

your CDs a year ago, you probably did so for their ability to preserve your principal, but in the process, you made some trade-offs. First, you accepted a relatively meager income stream, because short-term interest rates, like those paid on your CDs, were low. And second, you relinquished the growth potential you might have gotten from other investments, such as stocks. So now that we’re a year removed from the bottom of a bear market, can you use the money from your maturing CDs to help you make progress toward your financial goals? Actually, now that you may have these maturing CDs coming due, it’s a very good time to review your overall investment strategy, possibly with the help of a professional financial advisor. Take a close look at your portfolio. Is it well suited for your individual risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term objectives, or do you need to make some changes? Is it too aggressive for your needs, or too conservative? Is it properly diversified among investments suitable for your particular situation? While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee profits or protect against

loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility and give you more chances for success. Keep in mind that while CDs are FDIC insured, other investments carry certain risks that you should understand before investing. Of course, if you have investments held in a brokerage account, it’s likely not your only portfolio — you may well be investing through your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. If so, keep in mind that you probably don’t want your investments to duplicate those inside your 401(k) account. Instead, look at your entire investment picture “holistically” and seek to diversify through all your accounts. Once you’ve reviewed your portfolio and identified any possible gaps, you can then consider where the money from your maturing CDs can be used most effectively. You probably won’t see any festivities marking the one-year anniversary of the market low. But you can celebrate in your own way — by embracing available investment opportunities. This column was provided by J. Patrick Pidkowicz, investment representative for Edward Jones in Sevierville. 2nd location in the Gatlinburg Space Needle!

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SEYMOUR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; JG Supplies has opened in Seymour. It is first distributor in Tennessee for the line of Cast low voltage outdoor lighting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a certified landscape designer working on a volunteer project in Sevierville, I discovered that this reliable product was not available in the state. So I have become a stocking distributor to make it available to landscape lighting installers in the area who have the need for a durable and effective outdoor lighting system,â&#x20AC;? owner Leonard Stevens said. Cast Lighting low voltage fixtures and supporting components are available. These are fixtures designed and constructed to be permanent elements of a landscape, Stevens said. JG Supplies is located in the Boyds Creek Professional Building, 1717 Boyds Creek Highway, Suite 104A on the second floor. The phone number is 365-5426 or e-mail to sales@jgsuppliestn.com. The Web site is www. jgsuppliestn.com where one can find a link to the Cast Lighting Web site for information about the product. Submitted Cast offers training at no cost for persons looking to A Cast low voltage outdoor lighting elelearn how to professionally design, layout and install ment, sold by JG Supplies, a new business in low voltage landscape lighting. Seymour.

Gray Line names Watson sales manager Submitted Report PIGEON FORGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Rachel Watson, who has more than 20 years of experience in the leisure, travel and tourism industry in the Smoky Mountains, has joined Gray Line of Tennessee as sales manager for Gray Line of the Smokies. Gray Line of Tennessee, headquartered in Nashville,

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at Sevier County hotels. A lifelong resident of Sevier County, Watson is a member of East Tennessee Marketing Professionals, Coach America and the American Bus Association. Gray Line of Tennessee has more than 35 years of industry experience and transports more than one million passengers annually. For more information, visit www. GrayLineSmokies.com.

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Dorothy Burchfield Butler Dorothy Burchfield Butler, age 83, of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, April 3, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Butler was a member of First United Methodist Church in Sevierville. She was born March 29, 1927, in Sevier County to the late Walter P. and Hettie E. Webb. Her brother, John C. Webb, and husbands, John R. Burchfield and Charles W. Butler, preceded her death. She is survived by: Sons: John Robert Burchfield Jr. & wife Brenda Burchfield, and James Webb Burchfield & wife Debra Burchfield; Daughters: Barbara Burchfield Ayers & husband Wayne Ayers, and Elizabeth Burchfield Corker & husband Robert P. Corker; Grandchildren: Matthew Ayers, Daniel Ayers, Julia Corker, Emily Corker, and Nicole Burchfield; Brother and sister-in-law: Phillip & Patsy Webb. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First United Methodist church, 214 Cedar Street, Sevierville, TN 37862. Funeral service 7 PM Monday at First United Methodist Church in Sevierville with Rev. Charles Harrison and Rev. Bobby Ely officiating. A private graveside service will be held in Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-7 PM Monday at First United Methodist Church in Sevierville. Arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

Charles Herbert Clinton Charles Herbert Clinton, 62, of Sevierville, died Saturday, April 3, 2010, at Fort Sanders Hospital in Knoxville after a long illness. He was born June 18, 1947. Survived by: mother, Genella Atchley Clinton; brother, Troy Clinton and wife Linda; nephew, niece and special friends. Funeral service 7 p.m. Monday in the East Chapel of Atchley Funeral Home with Pastor Ralph Morton officiating and special music provided by the Pilgrim Heirs. Interment 10 a.m. Tuesday in Walnut Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Monday at Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville. n www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

Landslides wreak havoc in western N.C. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Heavy rain and snow are being blamed in part for the recent spate of damaging landslides in western North Carolina, but geologists also say the soil and man-made development are playing a role. The Citizen-Times of Asheville reported Sunday that landslides, mudslides and rock slides in North Carolina and eastern Tennessee have destroyed parts of three major highways and damaged at least five houses in the past six months. A massive rock slide in October closed a stretch of Interstate 40 in the far western part of North Carolina. Crews have been working ever since to clear the boulders and drill rock bolts into the mountain to prevent future slides.

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been an extra in several movies, such as “October Sky” and the upcoming “Love Don’t Let Me Down” with Tim McGraw, filming for a reality show was different. “This was the first time I was able to speak!” she said with a grin. “It was more relaxed than doing extra work.” “They immediately made us feel comfortable,” Bryan added. “They were a lot of fun.” Local viewers will recognize other Sevier County spots during the show, including Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, where Bryan’s husband, Jay, is director of operations. “I’m very spur-of-themoment,” Smith said. “If I Submitted like something, I go for it. I Judy Smith, second from left, stands with daughter Mickey Bryan, brothwas meant to have this.” er Johnny Davis and daughter Courtney Smith in front of her Sevierville log cabin home. The family will be featured at 11 a.m. on April 10 on “My n ebrown@themountainpress.com First Home.”

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Around East Tennessee, Sevier County’s neighbors all experienced decreases in their numbers between the two months, though three of the four remained in double digits and Cocke County landed at a dismal 16.3 percent after a 0.2 percent decrease. Meanwhile, Blount County’s number dipped 0.1 percent to 10.5 percent and Jefferson County’s fell 0.3 percent to 14.9. Knox County’s number remains one of the best in the state. It’s 8.4 percent rate tied it with Williamson County for second-lowest in the state, while Lincoln County (8 percent) held the top spot. The numbers for the state and nation seem to bear out the idea that the recession may have, at least, eased some. The nonseasonally adjusted figure for Tennessee decreased 0.3 percent to 11.1 percent, while the U.S. number went down 0.2 percent to 10.4 percent.

with the North Carolina Geological Survey. “It has the plane of weakness it inherited from the bedrock, but the mass has weathered to the point where it’s lost the strength of what it had.” Whether the problems are inherent in the soil or manmade, one key, geologists say, is water. Last year, Asheville got 62.13 inches of rain — the second-wettest year on record behind 1973’s nearly 65 inches — according to the National Weather Service. The area has also had heavy snowfalls this winter. The snow and wet weather delayed cleanup of I-40 for a month, but North Carolina Transportation Department officials expect to have all but a mile of the westbound lanes open by the end of April.

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On Feb. 5, a 30-foot wall of mud and rocks swept down Buck Mountain near Maggie Valley clearing a swath 175 feet wide in places. It damaged at least three homes and cut off access to 37 others. Macon County resident Mike Boggan had to move out of his home when a slow-moving landslide made his property unstable and led local officials to condemn it. He is staying with friends while still making payments on the home. But he doesn’t know when he might be able to return. “I just hope that stuff like this doesn’t happen to anybody else,” he said. State geologists say the soil in Macon County is so soft it can be removed with a hand trowel. “It has the worst of both worlds,” said Rick Wooten, a senior geologist

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Magnitude 6.9 quake strikes Baja California By CHRISTOPHER WEBER Associated Press Writer

“I thought to myself, ’That can’t be an earthquake. I’m in Arizona.’ And I thought, ’Oh my God, I LOS ANGELES — A feel like I’m 9 years old.”’ strong earthquake south

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Hazel Lilly, right, walks with her 14 month-old granddaughter London Jackson, left, outside Allen Chapel AME Church in Washington on Sunday. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama

First family attends Easter service at Washington church By NATASHA T. METZLER Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama and his family marked the Easter holiday by attending a music-filled service at a historically black Methodist church in southeast Washington, an area that was rocked by violence last week. A boisterous crowd of more than 1,000 people welcomed the Obamas on Sunday at the Allen Chapel AME Church. Joining him at the service were his wife, Michelle, daughters Sasha and Malia, and his mother-in-law, Marian Robinson. Also attending were the mayor of Washington, Adrian Fenty, and his wife. “Mr. President, you have no idea how much your presence has meant to us today,” Allen Chapel’s senior pastor, the Rev. Michael Bell, said after his sermon. Bell said it was providence that the president would attend service at Allen Chapel so shortly after the shootings. It was heartening to know than southeast

Washington has not been forgotten, he said, adding that Obama’s presence at the church was “bringing healing and hope into this community right now.” Four people were killed and five wounded last Tuesday night when gunmen in a minivan sprayed a crowd with bullets. Southeast Washington is also beset by high unemployment and poverty. Obama took communion at the end of the nearly two-hour service. He and his family have attended several churches since his inauguration but have not settled on joining a specific congregation. Earlier in the service, Bell drew laughter and cheers when he described Obama as “the most debonaire, the most suave president of this United States of America.” The pastor also praised Mrs. Obama’s efforts at community outreach. The Allen Chapel AME Church traces its roots to just before the Civil War when it ministered to free blacks in the Anacostia area of Washington. It is part of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Police search for L.A. restaurant shooter LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities on Sunday continued searching for a suspect in a deadly weekend shooting at a San Fernando Valley restaurant as more details emerged, including the identities of the four victims and the fact that police believe the men were targeted. “We don’t have a crazed gunman running around North Hollywood that presents an immediate threat to public safety, to

anyone in their homes or businesses in the area,” Los Angeles Police Deputy Chief Kirk Albanese said. “However, this is also not a random act of violence. This was an intentional act.” The Hot Spot Cafe, a Mediterranean restaurant in North Hollywood, was filled with customers Saturday afternoon when at least one gunman walked in and opened fire, police said. Three men died at the

scene, and another later died at a hospital. Los Angeles police identified the victims as Harut Baburyan, 28; Sarkis Karadjian, 26; Vardan Tofalyan, 31; and Hayk Yegnanyan, 25. No hometowns or other information was released.

of the U.S.-Mexico border Sunday swayed high-rises in downtown Los Angeles and San Diego and was felt across Southern California and Arizona, but there were no immediate reports of major damage. The 6.9 magnitude quake struck at 3:40 p.m. in Baja California, Mexico, about 19 miles southeast of Mexicali, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The area was hit by magnitude-3.0 quakes all week. The quake was felt as far north as Santa Barbara, USGS seismologist Susan Potter said. Strong shaking was reported in the Coachella Valley and Riverside, Calif. The earthquake rattled buildings on the west side of Los Angeles and in the San Fernando Valley, interrupting Easter dinners. Chandeliers swayed and wine jiggled in glasses. In Los Angeles, the city fire department went on “earthquake status,” and some stalled elevators were reported. No damage was reported in Los Angeles or San Diego. One woman called firefighters and said she was stuck in an elevator descending from the 34th floor in a building in Century City, but there was no way to immediately know if the breakdown was tied the quake, Los Angeles firefighter Eric Scott said. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power says there are no power outages anywhere in the city, spokeswoman Maryanne Pierson said. The quake was felt for about 40 seconds in Tijuana, Mexico, causing buildings to sway and knocking out power in parts of the city. Families celebrating Easter ran out of the homes, with children screaming and crying. Baja California state Civil Protection Director Alfredo Escobedo said

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there were no immediate reports of injuries or major damage. But he said the assessment was ongoing. In the Phoenix area, Jacqueline Land said her king-sized bed in her second-floor apartment felt like a boat gently swaying on the ocean. “I thought to myself, ’That can’t be an earthquake. I’m in Arizona,”’ the Northern California native said. “And I thought, ’Oh my God, I feel like I’m 9 years old.”’ A police dispatcher in Yuma, Ariz., said the quake was very strong there, but no damage was reported. The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office had gotten a few calls, mostly from alarm companies because of alarms going off. Mike Wong, who works at a journalism school in downtown Phoenix, said he was in his second-floor office getting some work done Sunday afternoon

when he heard sounds and felt the building start to sway. “I heard some cracking sounds, like Rice Krispies,” coming from the building, he said. “I didn’t think much of it, but I kept hearing it, and then I started feeling a shake. I thought, ’You know what? I think that might be an earthquake.” Wong said the swaying lasted for “just a few seconds,” and he didn’t notice any damage. An earthquake also hit in Northern California Sunday afternoon. The U.S. Geological Survey says a quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.0 was recorded at 3:49 p.m. about 25 miles north of Santa Rosa. A dispatcher with the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Department said the agency had not received any calls for service after the quake.

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The Gatlinburg Recreation Department’s fourth annual Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon will start at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Community Center. The individual event is open to anyone 14 years and older that is capable of swimming one-half mile, biking 20 kilometers, and running five kilometers consecutively. A team relay event will also be offered, and is open to athletes 8 years and older (the bike portion must be completed by someone 14 years or older). All participants must preregister by Tuesday. For more information, call 4364990. n

GATLINBURG

‘Country Day’ to be meeting topic

From 1979 to 1983 a Minneapolis-based TV station regularly produced a 30-minute program called “Country Day.” For five years the program aired five mornings a week on 65 stations from Oregon to Pennsylvania. Don Buehler, a member of the Retired Citizens of the Smokies, will be showing five of the reels he’s produced at the Retired Citizens program today. Retired Citizens of the Smokies will meet at 1 p.m. at Gatlinburg Community Center. The program is free and guests are welcome.

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Car turns over, crushes biker

Chattanooga police say a man on a motorcycle suffered fatal injuries when he was crushed by a car that had turned over early Sunday morning. Police say the car landed on 24-year-old Zachery Nichols after he lost control of his Harley Davidson motorcycle on North Access Road around 3 a.m. Nichols was passing a car when he lost control and went down a small embankment. Chattanooga police say speeding, alcohol and improper passing were all factors that caused the crash. No charges will be filed in the case. n

ELIZABETHON

187th annual egg fight held at church

One of the oldest—and oddest—sporting events in Tennessee took place in Elizabethton Sunday after church: The 187th Peters Hollow Egg Fight. The Johnson City Press reports the event started in 1823 when residents of Peters Hollow and Rome Hollow argued over whose hens laid the hardest eggs. To settle the argument, they held a competition in which they tapped the ends of their eggs against those of their opponents. The last person remaining with an uncracked egg won. n

KNOXVILLE

844th reservists return from Iraq

Seventeen reservists from the 844th Engineer Battalion returned from Iraq on Friday and about 150 more were due home Sunday. Sgt. Jon Kyle, of Sweetwater, was one of those arriving early. “I’m still in a little shock,” he said as he held his daughter and kissed his wife. “I’ve just been back in country five days. I’m glad we got everybody home.”

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Bust honors first black lawmaker NASHVILLE (AP) — It’s taken almost 140 years, but Sampson W. Keeble, Tennessee’s first elected black lawmaker, has been permanently placed among the state’s most prominent leaders. A ceremony was held last week at the state Capitol to unveil a bronze bust of Keeble, who in 1872 was elected to represent Davidson County in the 38th Tennessee General Assembly. The sculpture is located around the corner from the entrance of the House, where Keeble served one term, and is

directly across from a bust of former U.S. President Andrew Jackson. Lawmakers hope the long overdue recognition given to Keeble will overshadow racist behavior they say continues to tarnish the state’s image. “I think it’s extremely important for us to send some positive images out from the state of Tennessee right now, considering some of the things that have happened,” said Rep. John Deberry, a Memphis Democrat and chairman of the Tennessee Black Caucus. About a week before

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the unveiling, a House Democrat and House Republican leaders bickered over comments between them that each party considered racist. Following that squabble, the House minority leader released a list of alleged racist activities by Tennessee Republicans. It included the former chairman of the Tennessee Republican Party sending out Christmas music entitled “Barack the Magic Negro,” and a Republican Senate staff person sending a racist e-mail about Obama from her state

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“We are deeply grateful to you for the strength of spirit and apostolic courage with which you announce the Gospel. Holy Father, on your side are the people of God, who do not allow themselves to be influenced by the petty gossip of the moment, by the trials which sometimes buffet the community of believers.” — Cardinal Angelo Sodano at the start of Easter Mass at the Vatican, in praise of Pope Benedict XVI

“Amid the storm of public debate, in our 24/7 news cycle, in a town like Washington that is consumed with the day-to-day, it can sometimes be easy to lose sight of the eternal. That is why it was heartening news that last month, for the first time in more than two years, our economy created a substantial number of jobs, instead of losing them.” — President Barack Obama in his Easter weekend message to the nation

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computer. The e-mail showed a portrait or photo of each U.S. president except Obama, who was depicted in a cartoon fashion as only a set of wide eyes in a black background. Following the revelation of the e-mail last year, Deberry voluntarily held two diversity training sessions for legislative staffers. He said “there are a lot of positive things about the state of Tennessee that often get missed,” and he’s hopeful the tribute to Keeble won’t be overlooked.

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In 1614, Pocahontas, daughter of the leader of the Powhatan tribe, married English colonist John Rolfe in Virginia. (A convert to Christianity, she went by the name Lady Rebecca.) In 1887, in Tuscumbia, Ala., teacher Anne Sullivan achieved a breakthrough as her blind and deaf pupil, Helen Keller, learned the meaning of the word “water” as spelled out in the Manual Alphabet. In 1964, Army General Douglas MacArthur died in Washington at age 84. n

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Ending a two-year investigation, an independent counsel cleared Labor Secretary Alexis Herman of allegations that she’d solicited $250,000 in illegal campaign contributions. n

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ABC News anchorman Peter Jennings revealed he had lung cancer (he died in Aug. 2005 at age 67). n

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“A man is only as good as what he loves.” — Saul Bellow, Canadian-born American author (19152005).

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‘Clash of the Titans’

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The gods of Mount Olympus are the new rulers of the weekend box office. The ancient Greek action remake “Clash of the Titans” debuted at No. 1 with $61.4 million, according to studio estimates Sunday. Adding Thursday night preview screenings, the movie totaled $64.1 million. Released by Warner Bros., “Clash of the Titans” features “Avatar” star Sam Worthington as demigod hero Perseus and Liam Neeson as his dad, Zeus, king of the Olympian deities. Opening at No. 2 with $30.2 million was Lionsgate’s sequel “Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Too?”, reuniting filmmaker Perry with Janet Jackson and other co-stars for another comic drama about eight friends.

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Health care law big mistake for United States By Lamar Alexander Guest columnist The new health-care law is an historic mistake. The fundamental mistake is cost — expanding a health-care delivery system that everyone knows is too expensive, instead of reducing its cost so more Americans can afford health insurance. Another mistake is taxing job creators — employers, individuals and investors — in the middle of a recession. And unlike Social Security, Medicare and civil-rights legislation, the only thing bipartisan about it is opposition to it. Here is what the new law will mean for Tennesseans: Each Tennessean’s share of the national debt will increase when you include the cost of paying doctors to serve Medicare patients. The government will spend $8,470 more on health care for every Tennessean (and every American). 243,000 Tennesseans enrolled in Medicare Advantage will have benefits reduced, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. And the half trillion dollars in Medicare cuts are used to pay for new programs, not to make Medicare solvent. Medicare will become insolvent in 2015, according to its trustees. About 1.4 million Tennessee households making less than $200,000 will pay higher taxes, based on estimates by the Joint Committee on Taxation. Premium rates will rise 30-45 percent for 300,000 Tennesseans who buy individual policies, based on a Blue Cross/ Blue Shield study and other analyses. Tennessee businesses employing 50 or more people will pay either higher health-care costs or a new penalty. The federal government will overcharge 200,000 Tennesseans with student loans by an average of $1,700 to help pay for health care and other government programs. This July 1 Washington takeover of the student loan program will deprive these students of choices, increase the federal debt by another half trillion dollars, and throw out of work 700 Tennesseans who now help students apply for loans. Premiums will rise up to 35 percent for the youngest 30 percent of Tennesseans, according to a study by Oliver Wyman. Of course, in this 3,000-page law there are good provisions, such as insurance reforms: There will be a high-risk pool for some with pre-existing health conditions, insurance companies will not be able to deny insurance to children who are sick, and if your child lives with you until age 26, he or she can stay on your policy. These reforms were also in Republican proposals. The largest new benefit, beginning in 2014, is making 200,000 more low-income Tennesseans eligible for Medicaid (TennCare). But, nationally, doctors are so poorly reimbursed that 50 percent won’t see new Medicaid patients, so expanding Medicaid is like giving someone a ticket to a bus that operates only half the time. Unfortunately, Medicaid expansion is not likely to keep hospital emergency rooms from filling up. Nationally, Medicaid patients use emergency rooms at twice the rate of either uninsured or privately insured Americans. And Congress expanded Medicaid without paying for all of it. Gov. Phil Bredesen says this will cost Tennessee $1.1 billion or more between 2014 and 2019. It is likely to force state tax increases and drive tuition through the roof when state support for colleges is cut to pay for TennCare expansion. We should replace this law with one that reduces health-care costs. (We have time to do this because most benefits and subsidies in the law don’t start until 2014.) The new law should start with immediate insurance reforms. Then it should reduce costs step-by-step: for example, we should allow buying insurance across state lines; permit small businesses to join together to offer cheaper insurance to employees; limit junk lawsuits against doctors; reduce waste, fraud and abuse; and expand health savings accounts. Republicans repeatedly urged these steps last year. The wisest course now is to replace the new health-care law with immediate insurance reforms and step-by-step reductions in health-care costs so that more Americans can afford to buy insurance. — U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., can be reached at 455 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510; or call (202) 224-4944.

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Setting sail

Titanic Museum attraction sure to enhance all local tourism Perhaps no new attraction in the last 10 years has generated as much excitement and anticipation as the Titanic Museum opening this week in Pigeon Forge. As we watched this thing go up over the last 18 months, taking shape in the form of the original Titanic, and as we learned what it would contain and who was behind it, the community knew this would be something special. With a $25 million loan from Citizens National Bank to pay for it, John and Mary Joslyn proceeded to build an attraction to exceed the Titanic replica they built in Branson. This one will include actual artifacts from the ship, retrieved during the expeditions — some of which John Joslyn actually took to the depths of the ocean where the great ship has

rested for 100 years. Visitors will be assigned the name of a survivor as they tour the ship. They can participate in interactive features, buy from a souvenir store and generally come close to experiencing what the passengers may have experienced on that maiden and fatal voyage. Tourist areas like ours always have to be evolving, adding new things, whether inside a park such as Dollywood or stand-alone. Over the years we’ve been blessed with many fine and popular attractions, from Dollywood to Ripley’s Aquarium (and the other Ripley’s attractions as well) to Splash Country to the theaters to WonderWorks to businesses such as Tanger Five Oaks and Bass Pro Shops. We left out some quality draws, to be sure, but that’s the thing: We offer a visitor or tourist so much

variety and entertainment. These are all things available to the 80,000 people who live here as well. Anchoring it all is Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which by itself attracts more than 9 million people a year. This looms as a comeback year for tourism in Sevier County. The economy is rebounding. We have Titanic to throw into our marketing schemes. Improvements inside the Smokies will enhance the pleasure of those visiting. The competition among attractions will be a plus for tourists because everyone will be offering deals and bargains to lure customers. Sevier County and the tourist industry welcome Titanic Museum to our midst. It’s a rising tide that will lift all boats.

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P u bl i c f o r u m First Amendment often misunderstood when it comes to religious practice

tation of this phrase is completely outside the realm of meaning that they had in mind. As to Christians shoving their beliefs down people’s throats, we have the worldly secular, anti-Christian ideas shoved down our Editor: throats on a daily basis and yet we are condemned for being opinFor the benefit of those who seem to have not read the ionated and limiting others’ freedom of expression. Constitution, here is the so-called separation of church If the Constitution applies, it applies to all and that is freedom and state, First Amendment: “Congress shall make no law to practice our faith, which includes witnessing about the power of respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the the Risen Savior and his Father. If the majority of citizens of Sevier free exercise thereof.” County want the commission meetings to begin with the Lord’s Where does this apply to state or local governments in any Prayer, then it is legal and not unconstitutional, by the ideals of our form or fashion? Our founding fathers began each session of the founding fathers. Constitutional Convention with prayer, each session of Congress Unfortunately, our nation’s Constitution has been bent and with prayer to one God based on one faith. twisted to fit the popular ideals of the time and not the ideals of its Our founding fathers were Christian in their background. The First Amendment was to prevent the federal government from estab- authors or the majority of citizens. Hugh Thomas lishing one denomination as the national church, as in England the Sevierville Anglican Church or France the Catholic Church. Any other interpre-

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Pope Benedict XVI addresses the faithful during the “Urbi et Orbi” (“To the city and the World”) message, at the end of the Easter Mass in St. Peter’s Square, at the Vatican on Sunday.

Different Vatican Easter Mass Ceremony celebrates Christ, plays defense for Pope Benedict XVI By FRANCES D’EMILIO Associated Press Writer VATICAN CITY — It was the Catholic calendar’s holiest moment — the Mass celebrating the resurrection of Christ. But with Pope Benedict XVI accused of failing to protect children from abusive priests, Easter Sunday also was a highprofile opportunity to play defense. “Holy Father, on your side are the people of God,” Cardinal Angelo Sodano told the pontiff, whom victims of clergy sexual abuse accuse of helping to shape and perpetuate a climate of cover-up. Sodano, dean of the College of Cardinals, dismissed those claims as “petty gossip.” The ringing tribute at the start of a Mass attended by tens of thousands in St. Peter’s Square marked an unusual departure from the Vatican’s Easter rituals, infusing the traditionsteeped religious ceremony with an air of a papal pep rally. Dressed in gold robes and shielded from a cool drizzle by a canopy, Benedict looked weary during much of the Mass, the highlight of

a heavy Holy Week schedule. But as he listened intently to Sodano’s paean, a smile broke across the pope’s face, and when the cardinal finished speaking, Benedict rose from his chair in front of the altar to embrace him. The pontiff hasn’t responded to accusations that he did too little to protect children from pedophile priests, even as sex abuse scandals threaten to overshadow his papacy. Sodano’s praise for Benedict as well as the church’s 400,000 priests worldwide cranked up a vigorous campaign by the Holy See to counter what it calls a “vile” smear operation orchestrated by anti-Vatican media aimed at weakening the papacy and its moral authority. Sodano said the faithful came to “rally close around you, successor to (St.) Peter, bishop of Rome, the unfailing rock of the holy church” For Tickets

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amid the joy of Easter. “We are deeply grateful to you for the strength of spirit and apostolic courage with which you announce the Gospel,” said Sodano, who sought to assure Benedict that the scandals were not costing him credibility among his flock. “Holy Father, on your side are the people of God, who do not allow themselves to be influenced by the petty gossip of the moment, by the trials which sometimes buffet the community of believers,” Sodano said. The cardinal also rushed to the defense of all the Catholic priests who “generously serve the people of God, in parishes, recreation centers, schools, hospitals and many other places, as well as in the

missions in the most remote parts of the world.” Benedict, who turns 83 on April 16, was holding up well against the campaign of “deceitful accusations” against him, Venice Cardinal Angelo Scola said in an interview on Italian state TV Sunday. Scola said he recently had dined with the pope, who was drawing on his “usual spiritual energy.” Easter Sunday Mass was the last major Holy Week appearance by the pope in Rome for the thousands of faithful who have poured into the city. On Monday, he will greet pilgrims in the courtyard of the papal retreat in Castel Gandolfo, a lakeside town in the Alban Hills south of Rome.

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

Club will meet at7 p.m. at show ring on Shiloh Road. Officers will be elected. 607-5368 or 661-7109.

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Gatekeepers men’s Bible study: n 6:30 p.m., 1328 Old Newport Highway, Sevierville. 908-0591. n 6:30 p.m., 2445 Scenic Mt. Drive, Sevierville. 3107831.

Women’s Bible Study

Garlands of Grace Women’s Bible study 1 p.m. Gatlinburg Inn. 4360313.

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Women’s Bible Study

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

Gold Wing Riders

Gateway Triathlon

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 2-5 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 429-2508. n 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Kodak UMC 2923 Bryan Road, Kodak. 933-5996. 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.

Beekeepers

Sevier County Beekeepers Association meets 7 p.m. at courthouse. 453-1997.

Day of Prayer

Meeting for National Day of Prayer, 6 p.m., at Pigeon Forge United Methodist Church. Event May 6, sponsored locally by Garlands of Grace. www.garlandsofgraceministries.com or 436-0313.

SCHS Basketball

Sevier County High School girls basketball camp April 5-8, has been canceled.

tuesday, april 6 Adult Softball

Spring adult softball leagues forming in Sevierville. Registration packets at gym/pool office in Community Center. Deadline April 6. 755-9045 or 453-5441, or e-mail to poxley@seviervilletn.org.

American Legion

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

Angel Food orders: n 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kodak UMC 2923 Bryan Road, 933-5996.

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Women’s Bible Study

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

Medic blood drive 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Walmart.

Medic blood drive 2-7 p.m., Bass Pro Shops.

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 429-2508. n 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Kodak UMC 2923 Bryan Road, 933-5996. 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.

Blood Drive

Alzheimer’s Support Group 6-7 p.m. at MountainBrook Village, 700 Markhill Drive.

Retired Citizens

Gold Wing Road Riders Assn., 6:30 p.m., Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, Sevierville. 660-4400.

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

Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries provides hot meals 5:15-6:30 p.m., First United Methodist in Sevierville and Kodak United Methodist. 9335996.

Alzheimer’s Support

Prayer In Action

Middle Creek UMC

Angel Food

Gatekeepers

LeConte Photographic Society meets 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Sevierville. Program by Harold Jerrell. LeContePhotographic.Com. Retired Citizens of the Smokies meets 1 p.m., Gatlinburg Community Center. Program by member Don Buehler from his “Country Day” series. 4363010.

wednesday, april 7

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

TOPS

Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon 8:30 a.m. April 10, Gatlinburg Community Center. Preregistration by Tuesday, April 6. Cost is $25 for individuals and $60 per relay team. (865) 4364990. Open to anyone 14 years and older.

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

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 429-2508. n 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Kodak UMC 2923 Bryan Road, 933-5996. 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.

friday, april 9 Spaghetti Supper

Middle Creek United Methodist Church spaghetti supper and auction, 5 p.m., 1828 Middle Creek Road. $5; free for children under 12. 429-5187.

Angel Food

Angel Food orders: n 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Gum Stand Baptist Church. 429-2508. n 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. First Smoky Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 2652 Upper Middle Creek Road, 9081245.

Violin Recital

Violin recital of “The Four Seasons” by Vivaldi, pre-recital talk by musicians Zachary Bradley and Becky Henry, 6:30 p.m., Evergreen Presbyterian, 1103 Dolly Parton Parkway has been changed to April 30.

Yard Sale/Fair

Yard sale and craft fair fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Association, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 9 and 10, MountainBrook Village, Markhill Drive, Sevierville. Includes gold buying.

Woodmen Yard Sale

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Gun Carry Permit

Handgun carry permit class, 8:30 a.m., Dandridge Police Department. 397-8862, ext. 26, or 356-7423.

Yard Sale/Fair

Yard sale and craft fair fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Association, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., MountainBrook Village, Markhill Drive, Sevierville. Includes gold buying.

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Country Breakfast

French Broad Lodge 588 country ham breakfast 6 a.m. to noon at lodge, Douglas Dam Road in Kodak. $6 adults, $3 ages 6-12. 804-3060.

sunday, april 5 Shape Note Singing

Old Harp shape note singing 2 p.m., Oldhams Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 3629 Boogertown Road, Pigeon Forge. 4362590.

monday, april 12 Cancer Support

Smoky Mountain Cancer Support Group meets 6 p.m. at Thompson Cancer Center, LeConte Medical Center. 428-5834 or 6549280.

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CINDERELLA VS. GOLIATH TONIGHT NCA A NOTEBOOK

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Butler head coach Brad Stevens, left, listens to Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski before a television interview for the men’s NCAA Final Four college basketball championship Sunday.

Butler a step away from glass slipper By EDDIE PELLS AP National Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Yes, it’s a matchup pitting a cute bulldog against a devil, America’s favorite underdog against the team people love to hate. Dig a little deeper, though, and basketball fans might see two programs, Butler and Duke, who come from almost the same place. The teams playing for the national championship Monday hail from small, private schools that don’t simply open their doors to anyone. They’re located in different parts of the America, but both deep in the heart of basketball country. And neither pays

mere lip service to the classroom. Either way, it’s Duke going for its fourth national title and Butler going for its first. The Blue Devils are 7-point favorites against the Bulldogs, who have a nation-leading 25-game winning streak. Butler center Matt Howard was held out of Sunday’s practice and could miss the game with a concussion. Team trainer Ryan Galloy said Howard took two blows in Saturday’s 52-50 victory over Michigan State, first banging his head on the floor after a violent collision with two other players and then taking an elbow to the head after he returned to the game. After the second shot, he

again left the floor and did not come back. Galloy described the injury as the “mildest of mild concussions.” “He was woozy, kind of out of it, lethargic, he had a headache,” Galloy said. “After the game, he was fine. He wasn’t feeling sick, he ate.” Howard, who was not available for comment Sunday, is scheduled to be re-evaluated Monday morning. Coach Brad Stevens said Howard’s status would be a gametime decision. “His health is of numero uno priority, and if he can’t play, he can’t play,” Stevens said.

A look at the championship game A look at the national championship game INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A look at tonight’s national championship game (tipoff is slated for just after 9 p.m. on CBS) DUKE (34-5) vs. BUTLER (33-4) ROAD TO THE FINAL FOUR No. 1 Duke beat No. 16 Arkansas-Pine Bluff 73-44; No. 8 California 68-53; No. 4 Purdue 70-57; No. 3 Baylor 78-71; No. 2 West Virginia 78-57. No. 5 Butler beat No. 12 UTEP 77-59; No. 13 Murray State 54-52; No. 1 Syracuse 63-59; No. 2 Kansas State 63-56; No. 5 Michigan State 52-50. STARS Duke’s three-man perimeter attack did just that in the win over West Virginia with Jon Scheyer, Kyle Singler and Nolan Smith combining for all but 15 of the Blue Devils’ points. The

Big Three were 12 of 23 from 3-point range. Each has had a bad shooting game in the tournament, but the other two stepped up in each case. Gordon Hayward had 19 points and nine rebounds in the win over Michigan State, and Shelvin Mack battled leg cramps to score 14. The two have combined to average 32.6 points for a team that has struggled from the field. COACHES If the game were a battle of whistles and clipboards it’s no contest. Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski would tie Adolph Rupp for second place all-time with four national championships. He has a record 76 wins in the NCAA tournament, 13 less than Butler’s Brad Stevens has in his entire career. Coach K is in his 30th season at Duke; Stevens is 33 years old. KEY POINTS Butler came out of the Michigan State game with some injury concerns. Center Matt Howard hit his head with 9 minutes to play, was obviously affected by it in limited minutes the rest of the

way and was not expected to practice Sunday. Mack’s leg cramps limited him to 8 minutes in the second half. Duke has outrebounded opponents by 10 per game in the NCAA tournament, an area of concern for Butler, which has been outrebounded by 3.4 per game. The Blue Devils have the only true big man in 7-foot-1 Brian Zoubek, who has averaged 10 rebounds per game over the last 15 games and is one of the big men who set screens that allow the perimeter shooters a little more room. THE SKINNY Butler is on one of the NCAA tournament’s best defensive streaks ever, not allowing any team to reach 60 points in a game. The Bulldogs’ total margin of victory in the five games is 15 points, including two-point wins over Murray State and Michigan State. Duke’s low point total in the tournament is 68, and the Blue Devils are averaging 73.4 points in the tournament. The closest any team has come to Duke is seven points.

KEEPING IT ON TOBACCO ROAD : Duke is doing its part to keep pace in its arms race on Tobacco Road. The Blue Devils play Butler on Monday night in the national championship game, and a win would bring consecutive NCAA titles to the North Carolina Triangle for the first time in 17 years. The last time Duke and rival North Carolina claimed backto-back championships was in 1992 and ’93, when the Tar Heels followed Duke’s second straight title with their second under coach Dean Smith. North Carolina won last year’s title — and the Blue Devils, with their campus situated 8 miles north of Chapel Hill, couldn’t help but hear all about it. “I didn’t watch a whole lot of the Final Four” last year, Duke guard Jon Scheyer said. “It was tough for me to watch. ... I couldn’t have told you exactly how it would be this year. But you know, for us, this is where we expected to be this year. This is the position we wanted to be in. We’re going to make the most of it.” If the Blue Devils beat the Bulldogs, they will add to an already lengthy list of accomplishments for two of college basketball’s most storied programs. At least one of the programs has reached the Final Four in 15 of the past 20 years, and already the Blue Devils and North Carolina have claimed three titles apiece during that stretch. That’s one more than any other conference — the Southeastern Conference has won five titles since 1991. ——— IMPRESSIVE LIST: He’s already beaten Jim Boeheim and Tom Izzo in this tournament. Now Butler coach Brad Stevens gets to match wits with Mike Krzyzewski. “The best way I can put it is, they write books and I get to read them,” the 33-year-old Stevens cracked. Countered Coach K: “I’ve already put in a pre-order for HIS book.” Stevens, the coaching whiz-kid, admitted he’s flattered that he even gets to shake hands with those coaching stars. But he insisted that the victories over Boeheim’s Syracuse team in the round of 16 and Izzo-led Michigan State in the Final Four was because of the players on the court, not anyone on the sideline. “If it’s just me against them, we’re in trouble,” Stevens said. “It’s not the case. It’s Butler beating those teams. We just have to all work together. We’ve been fortunate to win those games. It has very little to do with me. It has a lot to do with these guys going out there and giving it everything they’ve got.” ——— MIRROR IMAGE: Duke forward Kyle Singler stands 6-foot-8, weighs 230 pounds and is comfortable either creating a shot or pulling up from the perimeter. Sounds awfully familiar to Butler’s Gordon Hayward — who’s 6-8, 230 and plays the same way. “I think we both do kind of some similar things,” Hayward said. “He’s obviously a great player. For me, I don’t know if it’s me matching up vs. him. I think it’s our team matching up against him. We’re going to have to take away what he likes to do, and that’s going to be a team effort.” ——— FEAR THE BEARD: Hayward hasn’t shaved since before the West Regional final against Kansas State on March 27. So how’s the beard coming? Not so well. The baby-faced sophomore who looks more like a high school sophomore still doesn’t have much noticeable growth, even after a week. “There’s a little scruff there,” he said, rubbing his chin. “It’s better to look young than old, I guess.” ——— VOICES OF EXPERIENCE: Three members of Krzyzewski’s staff played in national championship games as players with the Blue Devils. Associate head coach Chris Collins was on the Duke team that lost to Arkansas in the 1994 title game, assistant Nate James played for the school’s most recent title-winning team in 2001 and graduate assistant Chris Carrawell played in the championship loss to Connecticut in 1999. “Just the value of being a former player helps me because I’m a lot older than these guys,” said the 63-year-old Krzyzewski. “So they can relate what it was to play at Duke, play for me, go to school at Duke and then go through the experiences that they’ve gone through.”

Tiger’s time finally arrives at Augusta National By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Tiger Woods will drive past the 61 trees that form a canopy down Magnolia Lane, pull up in front of the white clubhouse at Augusta National and walk up the stairs on the side of the building to a locker room reserved for Masters champions. It’s a routine he has followed since he won his first green jacket. Nothing else about this Masters figures to be remotely routine, not even that familiar introduction on the first tee. “Fore, please. Tiger Woods.” Five months after a sex scandal that still lingers on the Internet and in the tabloids, Woods is coming back to golf — at a major that already attracts the largest television audience.

From his first press conference on Monday to his opening tee shot on Thursday, through Amen Corner and along the azaleas and dogwoods and Georgia pines, this should be a Masters like no other. “I think it’s going to be one of the biggest events in golf history, because the biggest player in golf history is going to come back from this absence, and everybody is going to be scrutinizing his game and what he says and where he goes and where he has dinner ... everything,” British Open champion Stewart Cink said. For a dozen years, Woods has been the favorite to win at Augusta. Now he’s everyone’s favorite punch line. The countdown toward Jack Nicklaus and his record 18 majors has been replaced by a count of his mistresses.

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Tiger Woods, right, chats with Jim Furyk at the Augusta National Golf Club, the site of the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Ga., on Sunday. The tournament begins Thursday. “He’s made a career out of exceeding expectations,” Geoff Ogilvy said. “He’s spent his whole life under a microscope, but this is going to be on a level he’s never seen before.” Woods went 15 weeks

without touching a club while in seclusion from the paparazzi and in therapy for the deviant double life he was leading. He began practicing on Feb. 28. He spent two days at Augusta National in the weeks leading up to the Masters.

Even so, he has no idea what to expect when he returns — from his game or from the gallery. “I’m a little nervous about that to be honest with you,” he told ESPN in a pair of five-minute interviews he gave television. “It would be nice to hear a couple claps here and there.” Nervous? Woods has spent a career making other people nervous with his 14 majors, 82 victories worldwide and a trophy from every continent where golf is played. A couple of claps? This is a guy who was wildly cheered for walking onto the tee. Fans stood five deep on both sides of the fairway from every tee to every green the last time Woods competed. It was the Australian Masters in Melbourne, and he shot 68 in the final round on Nov.

15 for a two-shot victory. Everything changed 12 days later. In the middle of the night, Woods drove his SUV over a fire hydrant and into a tree, a singlecar accident that set off explosive revelations of rampant affairs, and the biggest scandal the genteel sport of golf has ever known. Three of his biggest sponsors dropped him. Comedians made fun of him. Players weren’t sure what to say about him. Woods might have summed it up best when he spoke publicly on Feb. 19 at the TPC Sawgrass in a 13 1/2-minute statement he read to a room of family and associates and to a worldwide television audience. “I have made you question who I am and how I could have done the things I did,” he said.

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Several big stars starting the year on disabled list By JAY COHEN AP Sports Writer

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Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox stands with Disney character Mickey Mouse after being honored before his last home spring training baseball game on Wednesday in Kissimmee, Fla.

Braves’ opening-day roster set By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer ATLANTA — The Braves set their 25-man roster for the regular season, keeping left-hander Jo-Jo Reyes for the final spot in the bullpen and Brooks Conrad as a backup infielder. The Braves open their season this afternoon at home against the Chicago Cubs. Manager Bobby Cox announced Friday that Reyes had beaten out lefthander Jonny Venters, while Conrad was kept over fellow infielder Joe Thurston. The Braves’ 12-man pitching staff will also include righthander Jesse Chavez, who had a terrible spring but a bit of a track record: 73 relief appearances for Pittsburgh last season. Reyes appeared in six games for Atlanta last sea-

son — five of them starts — and went 0-2 with a 7.00 ERA. He spent most of the season starting at Triple-A Gwinnett, but will have to adjust to a new role in long relief if he wants to stay in the big leagues. “I had no clue what was going to happen,” he said before Friday night’s exhibition game against the Chicago White Sox. “I’m just preparing to go out there and build on what I did all of spring training.” Reyes had worked 12 innings over eight relief appearances this spring, going 1-0 with a 3.00 ERA. He allowed 10 hits, walked four and struck out eight. Venters had pitched 10 innings and was 1-0 with a 5.40 ERA. He surrendered 12 hits with five walks and seven strikeouts. Reyes worked on improving his velocity in spring

training and looks forward to the challenge of being a reliever after starting most of his career. He made 22 starts for the Braves in 2008, going 3-11 with a 5.81 ERA. “This is something new,” Reyes said. “I have to learn it. I’m having a lot of fun with it. Conrad hit .204 with two homers and eight RBIs in 54 at-bats with the Braves last season, but this is the first time the 30-year-old has broken camp with a big league team. “It’s a great feeling,” he said. “This is something I’ll never forget. Now, it’s up to me. I’ve got to go out there and do a great job every day.” Conrad was hitting .229 with two homers and nine RBIs this spring. Thurston, a non-roster invitee who has made brief big-league appearances with three other

teams, made a strong bid to get on the team by hitting .319 with two homers and 10 RBIs. “I feel bad for the other guy,” Conrad said. “But I’ve been on the other side of this. That’s just part of it.” Chavez had given up 14 runs in nine innings during the spring, allowing 21 hits and a .457 average by opposing hitters. But he also had a rough camp a year ago for the Pirates before bouncing back to go 1-4 with 4.01 ERA during the regular season. Chavez was traded twice during the winter, first to Tampa Bay, then on to Atlanta for former Braves closer Rafael Soriano. “Bobby told me to forget what happened and just build on what we worked on this spring,” Chavez said. “I was in the same position last year. I want them to feel good about this decision.”

Big Mac is back — on Cardinals bench By JOE KAY AP Baseball Writer CINCINNATI — Mark McGwire got a lot of ovations and a little rest in Cincinnati the day after he broke baseball’s home run record. A dozen years later, he’s back in town, looking for a different kind of rejuvenation. Big Mac will be in the St. Louis Cardinals dugout for their season opener against the Reds on Monday, reviving a baseball career enmeshed in debate over the steroid era. Nine years after he quit playing, he’s back in uniform as batting coach. “It’s going to be really good,” McGwire said, before the team left Florida from spring training. “The potential of this team is really, really good. We’ve got a bunch of good, talented players who are going to get their feet wet. It’s going to be exciting to watch.” A lot of eyes will be on McGwire, now 46 with crow’sfeet eyes and a slimmed-down body. When the Cardinals hired him, McGwire acknowl-

edged that he used steroids as a player, including the season when he broke Roger Maris’ home run record. He hit No. 62 in St. Louis on Aug. 8, 1998, then flew with the team to Cincinnati, getting hardly any sleep amid all the hoopla. The Reds had sold 51,969 tickets for that nextday game — their largest gate at Cinergy Field for a weekday game other than opening day — and McGwire felt obligated to be in the lineup. When he came to the plate the first time, he got an ovation that lasted more than a minute and prompted him to back away from the plate three times to acknowledge

the crescendo of cheers. Today, Cincinnati fans will get the first chance to show how they feel now that McGwire has confessed to using steroids and human growth hormone off-and-on for a decade, including the 1998 season when he finished with 70 homers. It’ll be one of the more intriguing moments in a matchup of defending NL Central champions and a Reds team that thinks it has enough pitching — and maybe enough hitting as well — to compete in the division. “It will be nice to see him again,” said Reds general manager Walt Jocketty, who

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Texas Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler is on the list. So are Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran of the New York Mets. Houston Astros first baseman Lance Berkman, Colorado Rockies closer Huston Street and Seattle Mariners pitcher Cliff Lee are right there, too. You could field a pretty good team with the injured players sitting out opening day. Josh Beckett and the Boston Red Sox hosted CC Sabathia and the World Series champion New York Yankees in the major league opener Sunday night, then baseball begins again in earnest with a full slate of games today. President Barack Obama is slated to throw out a ceremonial first pitch before the Washington Nationals host the National League champion Philadelphia Phillies, who begin the season with closer Brad Lidge, key setup man J.C. Romero and starter Joe Blanton on the disabled list One day in, and Obama will have more time on the mound than three key pitchers on one of the NL’s best teams. “I’m going to be warming him up,” Nationals catcher Ivan Rodriguez said of baseball’s First Fan. “I’m going to take a picture with him, if he’ll let me. It’ll be exciting.” The Rangers think they’re going to do well this season, as evidenced by team president Nolan Ryan’s prediction of at least 92 victories. But they will be without Kinsler when they host the Toronto Blue Jays on opening day. Kinsler, who had a career-high 31 homers and 86 RBIs last year, is on the disabled list with a high right ankle sprain and the Rangers are determined to be patient with him. “You don’t want something to just keep on recurring throughout the year,” Texas manager Ron Washington said. “So we have to make sure it’s right, and the good thing about it, Kinsler’s in a good frame with that. He wants to come back one time, we want him to come back one time, and whatever amount of time that it takes to get that done, we’re going to do it.” That’s the theme when it comes to injuries this early in the season: Take care of it now so it doesn’t become a yearlong problem. “You’ve got to look at the big picture,” Kansas City manager Trey Hillman said. The Royals placed right-hander Gil Meche and infielders Alex Gordon and Josh Fields on the DL on Saturday. They also could be without switch-hitting infielder Alberto Callaspo (irritation in his right side), who is iffy for one of opening day’s juiciest pitching matchups — AL Cy Young Award winner Zack Greinke against Detroit ace Justin Verlander. “If you really wanted to force the decision and roll the dice, I think it would be a bad decision on my part to start him against Verlander, hitting left-handed on opening day,” Hillman said of Collaspo, his third-string third baseman behind Gordon and Fields. There’s no debating for Twins manager Ron Gardenhire, who will begin the year with 6-foot-11 Jon Rauch serving as closer after Knoxville-resident Joe Nathan was shelved for the season following right elbow surgery.

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spinning,â&#x20AC;? include Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Hines Ward, golfer Scott Verplank, Denver Nuggets power forward Kenyon Martin and figure skater Patrick Chan. The Associated Press spoke to seven pro athletes who have tried PRP therapy. While not a scientific sampling, none of them could definitively say that it improved their condition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has not produced the results I was hoping for,â&#x20AC;? said Verplank, a five-time winner on the PGA Tour who used it on his injured left elbow. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t say it was a failure, but after six weeks, I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel like I had a new elbow.â&#x20AC;? The procedure involves withdrawing about an ounce of blood and spinning it down for about 20 minutes in a centrifuge. That typically yields about a teaspoon of PRP, which is then injected directly into wounded tissue. The idea is the platelets contain proteins known as growth factors that are thought to promote cell growth and healing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It actually feels like a cramp,â&#x20AC;? said Portland Trail Blazers All-Star Brandon Roy, who had the treatment for a hamstring injury. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They shoot it in there and my leg is sort of cramping.â&#x20AC;? PRP has been used in surgery and other fields for at least two decades to help with bone and tissue healing. More recently, sports medicine specialists have used PRP injections in outpatient settings as an alternative to surgery. The therapy has gained

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Seattle pitcher Cliff Lee, left, and Ken Griffey Jr., watch from the dugout of a Mariners spring training game against the Chicago Cubs in Peoria, Ariz., recently. After two injuries prior to spring training, Lee, in an effort to return sooner, tried an unusual type of blood treatment. mone to the mixture.â&#x20AC;? Cases in which PRP is typically used include tendinitis in the elbow, knee and Achillesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tendon, but that list is growing. Braves reliever Takashi Saito underwent PRP treatment on his right elbow, avoiding surgery and helping the Los Angeles Dodgers to the playoffs in 2008. Saito said through an interpreter that he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure if it worked because doctors later determined the injury was in a tendon higher in his arm and not in the elbow area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never had a vision it would work for all types of problems,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Allen Mishra, an orthopedic surgeon at Stanford Medical Center and one of the first researchers on PRP.

PRP treatment is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not cheap â&#x20AC;&#x201D; each injection costs between $500 and $1,500. More than one injection is often needed and insurance usually doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cover the treatment because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s considered experimental. Rigorous scientific evidence on its effectiveness is sparse. Several small studies have had mixed results, and even doctors who endorse PRP treatment say more extensive studies are needed

to prove its usefulness. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a promising treatment that has shown a lot of clinical success and is probably going to be used more and more in the future,â&#x20AC;? Mautner said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But I definitely think we need to make sure the science backs up all the excitement.â&#x20AC;? The Dutch study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, found that PRP patients with Achillesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tendon injuries fared no better than those who received a placebo injection of salt water.

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CURRENT OWNER(S):Global, Acquisitions, LLC 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: 2 liens in favor of Mountain View Development Owner s Association, Inc. 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.

CURRENT OWNER(S): Carlos L. Ortiz and Natalia Ortiz 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.

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Experienced Sewing Machine Operators Aerotek is taking applications for industrial sewing machine operator, must have experience Please call Toby Gambill at 865-2922431 or Cameron Bryne at 865-2922431 WAREHOUSE & STOCK 10.00 HR LIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;L DOLLYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIGHT 4 PF Quality Control: Earn up to $100 per day. Evaluate Retail Stores. Training provided. No exp. required. Call 877-696-8561. SALES CLERK 10.00 Hr. Lidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l Dollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Light #4, P.F. Sevier Check Cashing Co. Customer Service. $26K start. No exp. ok We offer paid holidays, paid vacation, no Sundays, no nights. Candidate requirements: stable job history, basic math, cash handling exp., attention to details, friendly, energetic, outgoing, high school graduate, good personal credit history. Resumes: MDB, 8018 Kingston Pike, Knox TN 37919. Taking applications for trail guides and office help. Horse experience necessary. Located on Hwy. 321 N in Gatlinburg 865-4365634. WANTED: experienced retail sales associate/full time/ year round/paid parking. Apply in person COWBOY WAY Mtn Mall Gat/ 430-1949 237 HEALTHCARE CORECTIONAL LPN needed. Contact 865-659-0487. 238 HOTEL/MOTEL 3rd Shift Desk Clerk needed. Apply at Smoky Meadows Lodge, P.F. 865453-4625. CLARION INN & SUITES Looking for dependable, detailed and customer service oriented personnel. Now accepting applications for the following full time positions:

Experienced cooks & servers. Apply in person at The Ship Pub & Grill on Glades Rd. FIVE GUYS Burgers & Fries NOW HIRING fun, outgoing reliable shift leaders & crew w/a passion for service & a high energy level. Competitive wages, flex. hours, incentive pgms., empl. meals, adv. opportunities. Call Gatlinburg Career Ctr. 865-436-5131. NOW HIRING experienced servers. Year round employment. Apply in person at Cracker Barrel, Sev. across from Kroger. 865908-3202. Now hiring servers, exp. cooks & dishwashwers. Year round employment. Apply in person at Cracker Barrel in Kodak at exit 407. Now Hiring: Cooks & Servers Apply in person at: No Way Joseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Pigeon Forge Waldens Landing Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm 245 SALES Sales Professional Meadows Homes Sevierville is looking for a new team member. Great benefits and incentives. We are looking for someone with the drive to succeed. Apply in person at Meadows Homes of Sevierville, 1056 Dolly Parton Parkway or email resume to pt@mhitn.net

American Patriot Getaways Cabin Rentals seeking subcontracted Housekeeping Services. Please apply in person 181 East Wears Valley Rd., in The Shops of Pigeon Forge. 7745545. 249 RESERVATIONIST Cobbly Nob is now accepting applications for Front Desk Reservationist. Will work around college schedule. Computer skills necessary Apply in person. 3722 East Parkway, Gatlinburg. No phone calls. Drug Free work place.

Accepting applications 1100 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN.

Hampton Inn Gatlinburg now hiring for full-time second shift supervisor. Must be reliable, customer focused, and self-motivated, with outgoing personality. Hotel experience preferred. Hours are 3p.m. to 11p.m. Great starting pay and benefits. Must be available to work weekends. Please apply in person at 967 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Junk Hauling: Property clean-outs. Call for free estimates. Sevier Cleanup. 865-441-2059.

693 ROOMS FOR RENT

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

557 MISC. SALES For Sale: 13.5 horsepower riding mower. Like new. $500 1970s Coke Machine 12 oz cans, looks & works great. $600 Call 423-619-1925 573 BEDDING 2010 Mattress sets New, still in plastic. Being sold at wholesale warehouse. Full sets$125 Queen sets$150 King sets$225 1st come 1st serve 865-6961819 581 PETS

436-4471 or 621-2941

ROOMS FOR RENT Weekly Low Rates $110.00 + tax 436-5179

10X10 or 10X20 SELF STORAGE Convenient Location! 411 South, left on Robert Henderson Rd., 1/4 mil on right at Riverwalk Apts.

429-2962

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Dresser, mirror, 4 Drawer chest, headboard. $399 Cagles Furniture and Appliances

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

453-0727 Queen Bedroom Set. 2 dressers. $400 obo. Seymour. 609-9179

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

698 MOBILE HOME RENTALS 1, 2 & 3BR mobile homes. Some furniture. On Price Way. 865-6548702.

Furnished All Utilities, Cable and Tax included

Nice Homes

$100 per week 865-621-2941

Kodak ~No Pets~

2BR/2BA $475 2BR/1BA $385 Incl. Appl., C H/A, Deck

865-368-6602 2BR & 3BR Central H/A. Close to Douglas Lake. $275 & up + deposit. Call 865382-7781 or 865933-5894.

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2BR 1BA mobile home for rent. 3 miles from Wilderness Resort $500 mth. Call 428-5204.

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

800-359-8913 696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT 1 Bedroom. $450/mo. W/D, Stove, Refrig. Call 453-8686 or 712-8301.

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

Kodak 2+2 $450 & $475 Very nice. Big yard. No pets. 740-2525 699 HOME RENTALS

Office space, retail showroom & warehouse. 1200-6400 SF, Sev. area. Call 865-388-5455. Retail Space/Arts & Crafts Comm. on Glades Rd in Gatlinburg. No cam chgs, no overage chgs, flat base rent only. Water & sewer incl. Great rates. 428-3482 or 6540769

3BR duplex $700 mth + deposit Call Barbara 865-368-5338

Duplex 2BR 2BA Flat Creek Rd. No pets. 453-5337

RIVERTRACE 2BR/1BA duplex with 1 car garage. Quiet area $665.00 865-429-2962

Spacious & Quiet! 2 BR / 2 BA Apts. for Rent in Wears Valley From $650/mo. 12 Mo. Lease Pets Allowed (865) 329-7807

NICE, CLEAN 1 BR / 1 BA IN SEVIERVILLE $380.00 + DEPOSIT NO PETS 865-712-5238 Now Leasing, New apartments in the Gatlinburg area. 2 BR / 1 BA $585.00/mo. Call (865) 436-3565

KELLUM CREEK TOWNHOMES 2 BD Apartment Available Immediately $645/mo. + Security

865-908-6789

Kodak: 2BR 2BA 1 level No pets. $600 w/$550 dep.

932-2613 Apt. for rent $600 mth $600 damage dep.

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1st TIME BUYERS New Singlewides Low Down Payment Cheap Monthly Payment Credit Hotline 865-453-0086

Seymour 3br 2ba large lot $59,900. Missy Norris 865-5992886; Countryside R.E. 865-428-3033 Seymour 4BD 2.5BA All brick, large fireplace, new appl./ HVAC. All for around $64 per sq ft. 308-3770 or 428-0664 711 CONDOS FOR SALE Riverstone Resort 4BR/4BA condo for sale. Call Mike 865-765-5303.

720 LAKE & RESORT PROPERTY

831 MOBILE HOME PARK LOTS

RV and Camp Sites

Indian Camp Creek Monthly or Yearly Utilities & wiďŹ Bathhouse & Laundromat Near the Park 850-2487 838 CAMPER RENTALS

Camper lots for rent on Price Way. Prices start at $250 mth. May have pets. 865-654-8702

Campsites near Douglas Lake. All hookups. $275 mth 382-7781 or 9335894.

943 AUTOMOBILE SALES 1999 Chevrolet Corvette Red removable hard top. New tires & brakes. Runs great. Very sharp. $16,500 OBO. 436-0761

829 MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

4 NEW DOUBLEWIDES SET UP W/LAND SEVIER & Jefferson CO. EASY LOAN BY PHONE

950 MOTORCYCLE SALES

07 H.D. Dyna Street Bob. Loaded, 5,400 miles, $10K 428-7065. by Mike Argirion and Jeff Knurek

4 BD / 2 BA + GARAGE 4 MILES FROM EXIT 407 $950/MONTH + DEPOSIT. NO PETS. 865-712-5238

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

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Triplex-main house 2 B/Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and office, 1400 S.F., private, $750.00 mo., includes water/sewer/cable. Credit/ Ref. required. Bonnie (865)908-6000

Pigeon Forge 2349 Scenic Loop Rd, 1 level, 3 or 4BR, 2BA. $149,500 Call 865-573-2690

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850-5700

Timbers Log Motel now hiring housekeepers. 134 Wears Valley Rd East. 428-5216

Cabin for rent. 3 miles from Wilderness 2BR 1BA. Screened porch. $550 mth. 4285204.

710 HOMES FOR SALE

NICE, CLEAN IN KODAK

693 ROOMS FOR RENT

500 MERCHANDISE

1100 Sq. Ft. House. 1BR + loft. Beautiful view near Pigeon Forge. $825 mo., $500 deposit. 865-696-6900.

2BR Apartments for Rent $475, $500 & $550 a month. 908-7805 or 3681327. 2BR apt $495 mth. Water/sewer incl. Great mtn. views from patio. 9082062 CROSSCREEK 2BR/2BA large garden Trolley access $580.00 865-429-2962 Large 1BR Water, app furnished. No pets. Ref. $450 + dep. 680-3078. Mountain View Townhome apartment for rent 2BR 1.5BA. Newly remodeled with hardwood flooring & new carpet. Located in Gatlinburg. $650 mth 1st mth rent & security deposit required. For more information call 865-868-0449 Mon-Fri 8:30am5:30pm or 865356-3015 after hours & weekends

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Gatlinburg EfďŹ ciency 865-774-5919 2BD / 1BA House Sevierville Area on Parkway for lease with Side Storage Building

850-2487

Sevierville 3BR/2BA Garage/basement Swimming Pool

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Now hiring Front Desk Clerk. Apply in person at Park Tower Inn, PF.

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Chalet In Hills 2,000 sq ft. 3 bed/2.5bath Between Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge. $1050 month. 804-0590.

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697 CONDO RENTALS

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The Valley View Lodge in Townsend is taking applications for housekeeping, front desk & night auditor. Please apply in person.

2BR/2BA located in New Center area $500/mo & up $350 damage dep. Call for appt.

Rottweiler Puppies, avail. 4/17. AKC, tails docked, dew claws removed, vaccinated, dewormed. Will be BIG dogs. $550. Taking deposits. 404-6676320.

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356 STORAGE BUILDINGS

696 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

Greystone Rentals Red Carpet Inn 349 East Parkway Gatlinburg, TN

248 CABIN CLEANING

Houseman Room Attendants & Assistant Director of Guests Services

Four Seasons Motor Lodge in Gatlinburg hiring 2nd Shift Desk Clerk. Apply in person.

555 GARAGE & YARD SALES

On Lake! 1BR Townhome. Elect./H2O incl. $150 wk + dep. 865-640-8751 RIVERWALK 1BR/1BA TO 2BR/2BA $545.00 to $695.00 865-429-2962 Sevierville/Pigeon Forge area. Available now. 2BR, 1.5BA, incl. refrig., range & full size w/d. $650/mo. Call 865-654-9826. 697 CONDO RENTALS 3BR 2BA near Apple Barn, on the river, $950/mo. 1 mo sec. dep. 1st mo. rent free. 865-3882365. Gatlinburg Beautiful 2BR 2BA Furnished Condo with Fireplace, Overlooks stocked trout stream and has heated pool. Walk to downtown Gatlinburg, includes water, cable, Flat screen TV. Immediate occupancy, Minimum 1 Year lease $875 mth. 865-771-9600

Lg. Home on Lake for lease in Kodak Minutes from 407 4 BR / 4+ BA, Lg. Deck, 2 Fireplaces $2,000/mo.

850-2483 3BR/2BA w/garage, + bsmt. in Mtn. Meadows SD $995 + dep. 742-7122. 4BR custom built log cabin on a corner lot. Fully furn. $2400 per mth. Will consider lease/purchase 865-573-6859 A Perfect Location. 2 blocks off Parkway near Walmart. 2BR/2BA w/carport, w/d & water furn. Approx. 1400 SF, non-smoking environment. No pets please. $750 month. Year lease. Call 865-453-5396. Beautiful 2BR Furn. Log Cabin for residential rent. Located between Gat. & P.F. $750 month. Days: 423-2461500, Nights: 423349-0222.

2BR 2BA, hot tub, fully furnished cabin. across from Black Bear Jamboree. Community swimming pool. $155K 865-428-2878 3BR/3BA, 2 storypriced below appraisal. Must sell. 865-660-2333. House for Sale Great location in the Heart of Pigeon Forge 1400+ sq ft 3BR/2+BA Real wood floors New tile in bathrooms ***$139,000*** Not for rent or lease Call 865-850-6738 LeConte Landing, 3BR 2BA, Brick, Sale, Lease, may trade smaller home. 865414-0117. New 3 bd, 2 ba, basement rancher, 2 cg, beautiful mtn. views! $159,900. O/A.865.599.2886.

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Advice

Wife blown away by husband’s confession of affair 45 years ago

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Dear Annie: I am a 64-year-old woman, and my husband is 65. We have been together for 45 years. Until recently, I thought we had the perfect marriage. However, when he became seriously ill and believed he might die, he confessed to an affair 30 years ago. He was traveling on business and had drinks with a woman who wanted to see the company apartment, and, well, one thing led to another. Apparently, it happened again two nights later. He said he broke it off then because he didn’t want to cheat on his wife and feared losing me along with his family. Of course, this blew me away, and I had all kinds of questions. I wanted all the details. To me, it is like it happened yesterday. I’m crushed that he never told me, because for 45 years, I thought we shared everything. I’m really having a hard time getting past this. He keeps saying he was young, drinking and stupid. I know he loves me. How do I move on? -- Crushed Dear Crushed: These deathbed confessions may clear someone’s conscience, but they often leave the listeners with a horrible emotional burden. Fortunately, your husband is still alive and you have the opportunity to resolve his heartbreaking revelation. Keep in mind that for him, the affair is ancient history. For you, however, it just happened, and you are reevaluating your married life as if it contains false memories. It does not. Your husband valued his wife and marriage more than the transient thrill of an affair. It

is natural for you to need some time to forgive him and let it go, but we are confident that you can do this. If you need help, some short-term counseling will provide it. Dear Annie: Please settle an old argument between my sister and me. When invited to a party, be it birthday, anniversary, wedding, etc., if you will not be attending, are you obligated to send a gift? I say no, and she says you must send a gift because you have been invited. Thank you. -Two Sisters Dear Sisters: If you do not attend the event, you are not obligated to give a gift. However, for close friends and family members, most people send a gift regardless. It is a gracious gesture that preserves the special quality of the relationship. (This is particularly true with wedding presents.) When in doubt, we say you can’t go wrong sending a gift. Dear Annie: I was very interested in the letter from “Depressed in Ohio,” the 48-yearold man who had never kissed a girl. While therapy is a good suggestion, a better one would be for him to seek out a dating coach, one who also has experience as a psychotherapist. Dating and courtship involve highly sophisticated sets of behaviors. A coach who has experience in both could be quite helpful to this man and others like

him. I am working with a man right now in the same situation. All is not hopeless for these men and women who missed the boat in high school and college and then got further and further behind. They tend to be highly sensitive to rejection in general, and to shame specifically, while being extremely passive in and avoidant of potential sexual situations. The clue here is when he said a woman had never approached him. It’s almost certain that he has never approached a woman, either, and likely warded off any attempts if one was interested. My client is also 48, which is a pretty advanced age to be starting from square one, but he is very motivated. For the first time ever, he is dating someone and has gotten much further than ever before. Under my guidance, he has been open with the woman about his lack of experience. They are proceeding slowing and building a real relationship before attempting sex. He is thrilled. -- Romance Coach Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please e-mail your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast. net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 5777 W. Century Blvd., Ste. 700, Los Angeles, CA 90045. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators. com.

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